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Thanks a ton for sharing your experience with the DT Swiss HX 1700 Hybrid wheelset! Your point about the 30mm internal diameter being more suitable for tire widths on the Levo caught my attention. I was initially leaning towards the 35mm rim width, but your perspective has me reconsidering...

I have tried this mudguard and unfortunately cannot recommend it - see my short review here. https://www.lieb-speed.eu/product_info.php?info=p492_rear-mudhugger-for-specialized-levo-gen-3.html&no_boost=1

Roval Traverse 27.5" Rear - Spokes: DT Swiss Competition Race J-Bend, Two-cross 28 count, L: DS 266mm NDS 266mm - Nipple: DT Swiss Hex Prolock Brass 2.0x14mm Data below for SL and non-SL Levo: P.S. How did you brake a spoke? Crash, heavy landing, stick in the wheel? And where it broke, at a...

After two seasons on Roval Traverse wheels on my Gen 3 Levo, I sadly managed to damage the rear rim. After years of experience with bicycle jewelry and and exotic wheels, I have become a pragmatist, especially in emtb category, where wheels seems to be more prone to damage. It's led me to...

After long consideration I'm closer to purchasing either DT Swiss HX 1700 set or going for custom built wheels: 350 Hybrid hubs, HX 581 rims and 32 Sapim Force spokes. I'm a bit worried about low(ew) spoke count (28) of pre-built HX 1700 wheels. I'm curious about your experience with the...

I'm also gearing up to get the BikeYoke Revive 213 mm dropper for my 2022 Levo Expert Carbon S4. I've calculated that I need to insert it up to the maximum allowed 255mm. However, I've come across discussions on other threads about potential issues with the actuation of the dropper when inserted...

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Thanks for the detailed info on your setup – it's super insightful! I'm curious, where did you order your custom-made wheels with the 36H HX531 rims and 350 Hybrid hubs? Finding a reliable source for custom wheels can be a game-changer, and it seems like you've nailed it with your selection...

Hey, thanks for sharing your experience! Interesting to hear that you opted for DT Swiss, I am myself considering HX 1700 wheels. Just a quick note, Roval Traverse wheels actually feature the DT Swiss Ratchet LN system (see photo below). I've found this system to be pretty solid in terms of...

Appreciate your input! I'm curious to know more about your experience with Roval wheels. What specific issues or challenges have you encountered that led you to describe them as "shit"? I've had a rather positive experience with Roval Traverse wheels. I use them on my Specialized Turbo Levo...

Hello EMTB crew! I've got a Specialized Turbo Levo Expert rocking Roval Traverse wheels, and unfortunately, I damaged rear rim during my last ride. Now, I've heard about Roval's "**It Happens" No Fault Crash Replacement Policy, which sounds pretty sweet, but there's a little hitch. The...

I'm obsessed about brakes. During my 30+ years biker carrier I've tried virtually all brakes from big and small brands. I was never happy with any OEM set. Around 2010 I started to build my own "custom" brakes, which is now very popular. My first "custom" set consisted of: Avid Juicy Seven...

Last days of late Croatian autumn... now time for a few days of winter and then 9-month summer 😀

The Kamenjak Peninsula is located in the southernmost part of Istria, Croatia. GPX track

Santa brought me a nice weather and beautiful trail for the perfect Xmas ride*. * Location: the Kamenjak Peninsula located in the southernmost part of Istria, Croatia.

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Mind that with Smashpot you will not be possible to use all travel without changing shim stack and using lower viscosity oil. I'm 85 kg (187 lbs) and on my Fox 38 170 mm with Smashpot (40 lbs/in spring), HBO fully open, I cannot get last 30 mm of travel even while dropping to flat (see...

Let's not draw a long bow here. Levo just like most Specialized frames is compatible with coil shock and with proper valving and setting it works perfectly. On the other hand, you can't just install off-the-shelf shock and expect stellar performance. For most of us mortals 30% SAG will just...