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  1. Busterchops

    Trek Rail upgrades, what have you done?

    Thanks I’ll definitely take a look.
  2. Busterchops

    Trek Rail upgrades, what have you done?

    Just ordered the bontrager carbon line pros! Supposedly the fronts are in stock and the rears are 2-4 weeks out. Rears come stock with the 108 hub. Lots of options but but would appreciate some suggestions for tires that match the rims? Mostly riding game trails in the back country of Colorado.
  3. Busterchops

    Trek Rail upgrades, what have you done?

    My budget it mostly dependent on just good overall value. My new bike has reenergized my passion for the sport as I've had some serious back injuries/surgeries as was having a tough time enjoying my rides. I haven't been on Carbon wheels before but certainly understand the concept of unsprung...
  4. Busterchops

    Trek Rail upgrades, what have you done?

    Which carbons did you get? Thinking about the upgrade but just researching the subject. Thanks.
  5. Busterchops

    Trek Rail upgrades, what have you done?

    Considering the carbon wheel upgrade? Your thoughts, worth it?
  6. Busterchops

    Trek Rail 9.7 Sram upgrade question

    Probably a good idea. I have been riding these trails for ten years on my Giant NRS with XTR derailleur without an issue but obviously have a lot more torque with the emtb. Need to change my thought process a little.
  7. Busterchops

    Trek Rail 9.7 Sram upgrade question

    No there was nothing stuck in the derailleur after running through the sage brush. Obviously it weakened something. Good news is that sram is standing behind its product. They have authorized a free upgrade to the GX. Waiting to hear on replacing the lower control arm damage but Trek is...
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    Trek Rail 9.7 Sram upgrade question

    I have an interesting issue with my new 9.7 in that my NX deraillemur disintegrated in the first 100 miles. I was riding last weekend, no rock strikes but went through some brush. No issues for almost 5 miles and then the clutch failed and the locking pin fell apart. I was 7 miles from my...
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