MTB Podcast – Episode 33 – Interbike, World Champs, concussions, rotational weight + more!

Summary: Steven and Jonathan spend nearly the entire episode answering your questions, but first, a few words on Interbike, World Championships, concussions in XC racing & more! Topics covered in this episode: • Concussions in XC racing • World Champs quick & dirty recap • Why do stock bikes come with bad components? • Why you should (usually) have your saddle parallel to the ground • Knolly 4x4 vs. Banshee KS-Link vs. Canfield Balance • 27.5" trainer tires • Do lighter cranks reduce rotational weight? • Is there such a thing as a "perfect bike fit"? • What's the deal with fat bikes?? • Are removable chin bar helmets the future for MTB? • Are KTM mountain bikes legit? • Good riding in the Bay Area • How to improve traction in California dirt • Reusing quicklinks • What is a tire's "drift zone", and is it bad? • Should you buy a bike specifically for the trainer? • Is a QR to thru-axle upgrade really worth it? • What causes a shock to "knock"? • Is Interbike dead? • New GoPro6 review • Bear Growl Century gravel ride