MTB Upgrades

[madisongrrl]

Hey Dar,

I love my carbon seatpost. I don't think I'm in any jeopardy of breaking it either. It is a nice way to lighten up your bike. Think about carbon handle bars also. Try out a suspension seatpost before you buy it. I'm not impressed by them (but maybe the one I tested was not quality). Steel is too heavy for a seatpost and not necessary for WI riding.

15" for your handlebars is insane. You've met me and have seen my build....I'm not a very large person. All my bikes were professionally fitted by a high end bike shop and my mountain handlebars usually run 21-22" (with bar ends). Improper handlebar width can not only cause discomfort, but can cause you to make slight bends or adjustments in your arms and wrists. This will fatigue you quicker. When you buy new handlebars don't let your LBS touch them. Cut them yourself.