u/SadPhilosophy9202

Currently riding a 2022 Santa Cruz Blur TR with an xx1 drivetrain.

While I have no complaints, I’m kind of itching to get into something new within the next year or so.

There’s just so many options out there. My only real requirements are 120mm front and 120mm rear as well as two bottle mounts in the front triangle. In frame storage and headset routed cables aren’t all that appealing to me.

Is there anything specific or unique about your current ride that you like? Or is there anything specific you don’t like about certain bikes in this category?

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u/SadPhilosophy9202 — 7 days ago

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I've had it with my water bladder. No matter how hard I clean it, I just can't get the plastic taste out. Especially, when it is hot out. The warm plastic flavored water is just gross. It's also worrisome if you start googling why your water tastes this way.

I had the same problem with bottles but now, I've switched to metal bivo bottles which are really great. I don't use any carb or electrolyte mixes in the bottles, so its super easy to clean with just a rinse and letting them dry. The bladder is a whole operation to clean.

I'm using a uswe rush 8L vest. While the hose is convenient, it isn't a necessity for me. I carry two bottles on my bike and use the bladder in my vest if I expect to require even more water. I was thinking of getting an stainless A5 memobottle to replace the bladder but it's not exactly cheap and only ~1L. I was wondering if anyone knows of any other options that may be larger?

u/SadPhilosophy9202 — 8 days ago