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    front brake squeaks when unengaged. Any idea what might be the cause?

    Mine is the thicker through axle with a lever on the end
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    Anyone change their rear hub while leaving the front hub stock?

    I’ve noticed a little bit of lag when going from freewheeling (coasting) to pedaling. I also hear something of a clank when re-engaging the pedal under load. I’m thinking maybe it‘s the DTSwiss hub (I believe the 370) that came stock on my 2021 Santa Cruz Heckler MX-S. I’m looking for a hub...
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    front brake squeaks when unengaged. Any idea what might be the cause?

    Thanks again everyone for all the helpful feedback! I checked the front tire and the calipers look to be in alignment. The back too. I’m wondering if it could be a hub. What I know it that it really squeaks or creaks. Sounds like an out of tune horn. It is rpm dependent and somewhat...
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    front brake squeaks when unengaged. Any idea what might be the cause?

    Thank you for this additional info! I guess my next move is to get a bike stand as I am not sure if this can be done without one
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    front brake squeaks when unengaged. Any idea what might be the cause?

    Thank you so much for your insight. I will try that.
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    front brake squeaks when unengaged. Any idea what might be the cause?

    I had Code RSCs installed on my Heckler MX and ever since that time I’ve gotten brake squeak when moving forward. Oddly, when I move the bike backwards there is no squeak. I can tell it’s the front break because when I squeeze (engage) the front break the squeaking stops. Could it be a...
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    Anyone with a Shimano STEPS Charger (EC-E8004-2), does the LED go on even if it’s not connected to the bike?

    Thank you Dan and Astro for the reply. Now I’m thinking perhaps my charger does work but for some reason it’s just not connecting to the battery.
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    Anyone with a Shimano STEPS Charger (EC-E8004-2), does the LED go on even if it’s not connected to the bike?

    I’m trying to trouble shoot why my Santa Cruz Heckler as the battery isn’t charging. I’m hoping it’s just a bad charger. When I plug my shimano charger in to the outlet the LED does not light up. It does not light up when connected to my bike. I forget if the LED lights up whwn plugged in...
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    2022 Santa Cruz Heckler

    I suppose for those doing more DH rides, the new Heckler geometry makes sense but where does the Bullit fit in. It become almost redundant imho. It seems that the trend is longer and slacker with more travel but does everyone need a DH bike. I have the original Heckler MX-S and love it. The...
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    H15 or M20 - paralysed by indecision!

    I have the eco on my M20 set to the minimal boost and NM. Like I said, it‘s a very natural and responsive bike which is in part due to its light weight. I can detect a slight difference between eco and off but the EP8 mated to the M20 never feels intrusive or artificial. I suppose in eco, the...
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    H15 or M20 - paralysed by indecision!

    I can’t really say because I ride almost exclusively in eco.
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    H15 or M20 - paralysed by indecision!

    Imho, you can’t go wrong with either. Like I said, I love my 45lb Heckler MX-S which I believe has a similar weight and battery capacity to the H15. Afaic, midweight (around 45 lbs) and lightweight (around 40 lbs) are the way to go. One of the deciding factors for me buying the Heckler MX-S...
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    H15 or M20 - paralysed by indecision!

    I have a Rise M20 and a Heckler MX-S. The Heckler is similar in weight to the H15 and has a similar sized battery. While I love both the Heckler and Rise equally, the weight differential makes a difference. The Heckler feels more plush while the M20 feels more poppy for lack of a better...
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    Let's Be Careful Out There - Take 2 - Barbed Wire On The Trail

    Stereotyping is rarely a good thing. There are cantankerous dog loving retirees and nice ones too. But Scowls and putting razor wire across a bike path aren’t even in the same solar system. Yes, some hikers, dog walkers, etc can be grumpy and entitled but putting razor wire across a bike path...
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    Orbea Rise 2022

    I find my M20 pretty much perfect as is. Just needs a display and some good carbon bars which I bought but have yet to install. My Heckler MX-S is approximately 45 lbs about the same as the aluminum Rise. Despite the Heckler‘s larger battery, range is about the same as the M20. The weight...
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    Orbea Rise Hydro H10 just arrived...

    I love my Orbea Rise M20 and my Heckler MX-S but I have been riding my Rise more. The Rise feels a touch more nimble and “poppy”whereas my Heckler feels a bit more plush. The MX-S is around 45 lbs which is about 5lbs heavier than my Rise M20 and the weight makes a difference. While I...
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    replacing brakes

    I bought Code RSCs In advance of receiving my Rise M20 but have not installed them yet. I actually like the stock Shimano 6100 brakes. Afaic they have very good modulation. While the lever travel before the initial bite is less than the Code R brakes that I have on my Heckler MX-S, the actual...
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    S-Works Levo or X01 AXS Bullit

    I haven’t checked out an S-works but I preferred the feel of my Heckler MX-S over the Levo SLs I’ve tried. And I’m not talking about the motor difference but rather a tactile thing. Also the Santa Cruz Heckler MX-S is around 45lbs which is considerably lighter than most other full power...
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    Does anyone have a difficult time choosing which bike to ride

    They are similar but like two Les Pauls or Strats each has its distinctive personality
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