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Go to a tech store that sell computer parts - they will have security torx bits, they're standardized no point going through Giant

XL will the right size for you - I have an XL and its fine, perhaps could a little longer in the reach. Overall I'm happy with the bike, few niggles being a 2019 model which were address in the 2020 Giant line up - for the $$$ it's tough to beat.

About 120kg after a shit and a shave In theory, a progressive spring will be the ticket but there's no spring on the market that would be heavy enough at the end of the stroke. The closest I've seen is the DVO at 575-700lb, you're a lighter than me so it may work for you. I'm be looking for...

I've got a 185x55mm DVO Jade X on my Trance E. Amazing bit of kit - certainly an improvement over the piddly FOX DPS The only downside is the lack of progression which isnt a problem until it's a big problem i.e bottom out. I'm running a 700lb spring for this very reason

+1vote for Maxxis tyres with DD (Doubledown) casing - only tyre that hasn't let me down. Assegai up front for sure in the back either a Aggressor for rolling efficiency, Assegai for pure grip and DHR for somewhere in between

Huh? Does your riding only consist of full power uphill blasts? Max power output is only there if needed and shouldn't be the deciding factor when buying a bike

I'm guilty of liking a loud zingy hub! Upping the POE is more relevant on an EMTB hub in my opinion as there is a compounding effect of having 2 ratchet systems in the drivetrain well thats how I justify spending $$ to the wife

This local legend sounds like a wise gentleman - I'd listen to him.

The Giant dropper is great when its great but they do turn a corner quickly. The keyways are made of plastic and there only 2 of them. Most decent droppers have 3x brass ones. I got just under a year out of my Giant dropper. What I would do: Open the dropper - clean, reoil/grease and flip the...

Haha nope! Ended up buying a Marzoochi Bomber Z1 170mm in the end. Sold the 36 for a good price too

I will always have a mechanical in my quiver for a few reasons: Fitness Bike parks and jump lines and something to ride when the Eeb is fekt (which is often)

So sick! Was the upgrade to dual crown forks easy to do?

The pain with rear shocks is that sizes are standard but suspensions kinematics aren't so when you buy a new rear shock like you have, you usually get Fox's tune that works for most bikes with that shock size. Giant's Maestro system is unique in the way it ramps up compared to other bikes like...

If anyone in NZ ends up selling their old 500wh, let me know!

If I could only have one rear tyre in the rear it would have to be: Maxxis DHRII 2.4 with Double Down casing in dual compound Good performer in various conditions, plenty of grip and not too bad of a roller either. Dual compound and DD casing for added durability and longer lifecycle.

You're not telling me what I want to hear! haha But seriously, I'm glad you're enjoying the new bike!

What he said :)

Traitor!! :p:p Just joking. Sick bike! Hope you enjoy it

That's a mind-bender! :unsure: Hope that Giant see you right. They'll likely just replace the battery, but I wouldn't expect them to do any deep investigation/root cause analysis.

I once was only 50 meters into a planned group ride when the bike cut out. I turned it back on went another 50 meters, dies again. I repeated this 4-5 times but kept riding as I didn't want to stop the group. But as I realized that the trusty 'turn it off, turn it on again" trick wasn't going to...