Summary: Jonathan and Steven cover some cool one of a kind bikes from Santa Cruz, answer your questions and go over everything you ever wanted to know about MTB brakes. Topics covered in this episode: • Santa Cruz creates special Hightowers for CA wildfire aid: http://reviews.mtbr.com/santa-cruz-creates-special-hightowers-for-ca-wildfire-damage • 2018 North American Enduro Cup: https://www.pinkbike.com/news/2018-north-american-enduro-cup.html • How to use XD driver's on Intense hubs • Why Grand Junction, CO should be on your list of riding destinations • How to fix a scratch in your stanchion • How to know which size bike to order, every time • Which bike bag is best • How to travel with your bike • MTB brake companies compared • Best brakes for XC racing • Best brakes for trail/Enduro riding • Best brakes for DH riding • Are expensive brakes worth it? • Shimano XTR vs. XT vs. SLX • SRAM Guide RSC vs. RS. vs R vs. T • How to set your brakes up like a pro • Which brake pads are best for different conditions • Stans Wheels & hubs: https://www.notubes.com/shop/wheels-rims • Race Face Vault Hubs: https://www.pinkbike.com/news/race-face-offers-standalone-vault-j-bend-hub-wade-simmons.html
