Re: Dirt Uni Trials Cycle?




Any Terrain wrote:
I was wondering if the rim is any good and if the Dirt Uni frame is good


What do you mean by "is the rim any good"?

It seems to do a good job of holding the tire in place, if that's what
you're asking. If, however, you'll be doing 6 foot drops with the
wheel, this is a different question.

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