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Technique Solved7/30/2026

How do I stop stalling on steep uphill starts?

Every time I try a steep uphill start I stall the bike and end up paddling. What am I doing wrong with the clutch/throttle?

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DustyDan
2 answers
Kids & Youth Solved7/30/2026

What's the right age to move my kid from 50cc to 65cc?

My 8-year-old is fast on the 50 but getting tall for it. When is the right time to move up to a 65 with a clutch?

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ParentPat
1 answer
Kids & Youth Solved7/30/2026

Balance bike or electric balance bike for a 4-year-old?

Looking at starting my 4-year-old. Plain balance bike or one of the electric ones? What's the better progression?

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NewMomNora
1 answer
Maintenance Solved7/30/2026

Best way to clean and lube a chain after a muddy ride?

After a muddy enduro my chain is a mess. What's the right cleaning + lubing routine so I don't wreck the O-rings?

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FilthyPhil
1 answer
Bikes Solved7/30/2026

Is the Stark Varg really viable for a full hard enduro race?

With Romaniacs days being 180+ km, can an electric bike actually finish a hard enduro? Eddie Karlsson won Silver on one — is that a one-off?

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ElectricEve
1 answer
Maintenance Solved7/30/2026

How often should I rebuild my 2-stroke top end?

I ride weekends, mostly trail with the occasional amateur race. How many hours before a top-end rebuild on a 300 2-stroke?

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GearheadGreg
1 answer
Bikes Solved7/30/2026

300 2-stroke vs 350 4-stroke for technical enduro?

Torn between a 300 2T and a 350 4T for tight, technical riding. What suits which rider?

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TornTina
2 answers
Gear Solved7/30/2026

Cheapest decent enduro boots for a beginner?

On a tight budget. Are the entry-level boots any good, or should I buy used high-end?

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BudgetBob
1 answer
Technique Solved7/30/2026

Body position for off-camber roots?

There's a rooty off-camber section on my local trail that terrifies me. Where should my weight be and how do I keep traction?

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MuddyMike
1 answer
Gear Solved7/30/2026

Is a neck brace still worth it in 2026?

I see fewer pros wearing them now. Are neck braces still recommended, especially for kids?

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SafetySam
1 answer
Racing Solved7/30/2026

How do I enter my first amateur enduro race?

I've been trail riding for a year and want to try a race. What do I actually need to do to enter?

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NewbieNate
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Trails Solved7/30/2026

How do I read a GPS track for an enduro special test?

First time using a GPS for a race with special tests. How do I prep and what should I be looking for when I read the track?

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LostLarry
1 answer