Dropsix

Thanks for that. I don't think I'd be using sheet metal screws, I'd be riding in my yard for the most part, the thought of spreading screws all over kinda sucks haha. So about 1000$ to stud with grip studs then.

Debating studding the trials bike as well...How many are recommended for the rear tire?

April! It's Eric, I am one of the ones who came out once for an intro ride and hasn't been back......YET! I wound up buying a new enduro bike shortly after and was in a honeymoon phase with it. I DO however plan on returning a bunch! I had a great time and your property is awesome. I am also possibly bringing two more riders with me.

Thanks for the suggestions. Any idea as to what causes the dead feeling? Like technically what's happening?

I got this bike in September and absolutely love it. I couldn't find a thing wrong with it in fact, everything works so great and feels really good. Out of my love for the bike, I decided since I weigh 230lbs that I need to do right by it and upgrade the rear spring to an 80. Well, I did and put it back together. Went out for a ride and found the rear to feel dead. Like I'd hear a thud hitting obstacles like the tire was flat. There also isn't any sag so maybe I went a little high on the preload. Can anyone point me in the right direction? I think static sag is supposed to be 10-15mm. Where do you measure that from, which two spots? Thanks in advance!