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You're right, it's steeper than some. 65.5 degrees.

Granted, we filmed on some pretty tame trails...probably more fun to ride than to watch! But I also spent a load of time doing Garbonzo loops on some nasty natural goodness, just like I said in the review and in the last video. The bike handles very well, which I also stated in the review=)

An hour to read that?! You should practice more! =) You always have the option of not reading, but if you were looking for a set of similar wheels, or just curious about these ones, then you may want to read it all. If not then you can just look at the pretty pictures=)

According to the Sapim site, and both Canadian distributors, silver is the only option. There are many different types of Sapim spokes though and I'm sure some of them come in black.

Customer service counts for a ton. The guys behind WTB are are super rad and stand behind their parts!

There will be more.....

I also have an American Classic wheelset (on my road bike) that uses the exact same internals as the WTB hub. I haven't had to service either of the rear hubs yet, only two months on the WTB but almost two full seasons on the American Classic. Basically nothing is immune to contamination over time but the clutch plate system can at least work through it better than a traditional pawl system. I can't count the amount of riders hubs I've had apart that needed a through cleaning or even having to replace the pawl spring(s). Everything needs to be taken care of over time though...

I think you are referring to the aluminum freehub, not the axle. I've heard this complaint before and seen some pretty chewed up aluminum freehub body's on peoples bikes, but I've never had any issues. Except for the E2200's I tested I can't remember the last time I had a wheelset with a steel freehub body. It's been two months of solid riding so far, I had the cassette off three days ago and the freehub body looked as good as new. And I'm using a cassette that doesn't have a carrier/spider which doesn't help! I'll keep you posted though!

ridiculous,

I've actually had them on the go for a few months now. There will be a proper review posted at some point in the future but the Flow rims have been impressive so far. True and there are no flat spots, even though I've been riding like there should be lately! I'd run them on a DH bike in a second, especially if I mostly used a 2.5" tire like a Highroller.

Maybe because he is busy making all this sweet content and constant updates for you to read? Or maybe he is usually the one doing the filming because he is good at if?

Good questions. I got to ride the Session 88 DH for a full day in Whistler as well as on some more familiar home trails, so I'll give you my two cents.

The DH version felt spot-on angle wise. The 64 degree head angle is pretty common these days and for good reason, the bike was super confidence inspiring in the gnar and at speed. Cornering was predictable, and I mean that in a good way, no surprises and the active rear end only aided in finding traction. I liked the Session's seattube setup: when it was lowered down more than usual it was tucked well under you and out of the way, when it was lifted the slack angle would bring it right back to where you would want it at a higher position. As for the front end, it didn't feel to high at all. The Fox fork was set to 8", but could be lowered to 7" to bring it down, and the internal headset helped to keep things low also.

Did I mention it is light?!!

I'd have to disagree, whatsabike. The headset itself will come with the frame when you purchase it so you'll be covered that way, as well as being available to bike shops. The Cane Creek job that they are using though is very nice, I've been running one on my Remedy for awhile now with zero issues, as you would expect with something so simple.

Remember that you can use regular 1.125 steerer tubed forks in any bike that as an E2 headtube, I don't see a disadvantage there! Or you can run a E2 type fork and benefit from a stiffer front end without having to pick from the limited selection of 1.5 stems, which has bitten me in the ass many miles from him when I did need a 1.5 stem.

A win-win situation?

Back off Bighit711, that "burly dude" is my boy toy!

Not to sure what you are trying to get across...If it's what it sounds like everything I write is fair and objective. Many of the parts you read about have been bought with my own money, and the ones that are not get shit kicked just the same. The real truth is that there are not a lot of bad products being sold, as long as the are being used in the way they were intended. If there is something I don't like, you'll hear about it!=)

The E2200's are super easy to work on. Two 17 mm wrenches and a rubber mallet is all you need. The sealed bearings are easy to replace and the freehub roller system is very easy to clean and service.

northernstyle, What makes you think that the "6.1's are even stronger than the ones in the article..." I would have to go ahead and disagree on that, having ridden both the original 6.1's and the E2200 wheelset. Without a doubt, the rims used on the E2200 wheelset are far more resistant to denting, cracking, and flat spotting. Different profile, joint, and I think more importantly the actual metal make up is slightly different.

In all this 6.1 rim bashing I think it's also important to note that the new version on the 6.1 is also a completely different rim, only similar to the original in profile. Not to sure if it's available yet, anyone know?

C'mon now, I love Easy Does It! Really though, wheels are such a tough thing to review and recommend. I've taken out some very over built rims/wheels in my day, but had a set of cheap machine built SingleTracks last me multiple seasons on my DH bike. Funny how it works! On the other hand I've turned lots of light rims into squares shortly after mounting them. All it takes is being off line a touch or not seeing what you should have and you can destroy any rim, no matter how big/tough/heavy it is.

The E2200's are one uber tough wheelset, all you can do is take my word on it. I've had 6.1's in the past so I'm pretty familiar with how it was, these are not the same thing at all. I'm not going to lie, I was surprised and impressed with how well they held up!

Remedy it is. Stay tuned for a full test....

So many types of bikes for so many different types of riding! Either way, 6" travel bikes are waaaaay too much fun!

Funn grips actually....But yes, white grips are hard to keep clean! I've given up and now roll with white and brownish grips. Who thought white grips would be a good idea anyways?

It's not an inexpensive wheelset, I agree for sure. But they are super stout and reliable. For the right rider they will be money well spent.

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From what I can gather him and his mechanic spare no time or expensive for the worlds, looking for every possible advantage. Just imagine the pressure that is on him at worlds because of how he does things though.

The last few Worlds have been damn exciting eh! Minnaar and Barel's runs at Fort William last year were something else. Barel in particular didn't seem to get much recognition considering how fast he came back from injury and the time he put in.

It's not you I'm worried about....

Someone has to pay the bills...