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Paul, I think we agree here on the money thing, or pretty close to agreeing. Very good point about current level of difficulty. I just personally think that limiting the number of minders, whether it be total or in the section, would cut down on some of the "cheating" type of activity. Don't the minders only catch the bike and the rider has to figure out where to land. I also just got to thinking that here I am sitting on my behind in front of a computer and I also have difficulty with a 4 ft step and I am trying to criticize a world round level rider's number of minders. I guess that is kinda silly. But we all have our opinions.

My own 2 cents Minders are great for morale of the rider, keeps them up beat and ready to go. They carry tools and beverages for the rider. They also catch the bike when necessary. I think this can be done with just one individual. A rider at the world level does not get that far in the sport and not know where his back tire is. Example "Half tire right!!" etc.. These riders should not need to be toldwhere they are. I also believe that only having one minder will cut down on the amount of "gardening" and rock washing. I imagine it is difficult for volunteer observers and such to watch every person's movement. Easing up the sections may not be a bad idea, but I don't know. As far as the team with the most money usually wins........well it's like that in every sport like it or not, if you can afford the best talent than you will have the best team. Or so the logic goes. If a more level playing field is desired, put a cap on how much can be spent on minder, rider, bike, development, etc..... I think that would do more harm to the sport than good.

I like what Taff decided to do. Look in this thread. http://www.trialscentral.com/forums/index....mp;#entry122459

Pat? I didn't know that our Pat M. from WGASA and MOTA was entered into the World Round. LOL OK I know it is Pat Smage from the US I don't know what class he is riding, I would assume the Junior? Excellent rider and this can only be a positive thing for Pat and US trials in general. GOOD LUCK!!!

John.B you seem to have edited the "(again)" out of my original post when you quoted me. Obviously this means that I know the 290's are not the exact same every year. It is nice to hear about the differences in engines from year to year as I do not have experience with the more recent machines. on edit: Atomant- Yep there are alot more 290's out there than 250's maybe it is because deep down we are all power hungry.......that is another discussion altogether. But you bring up a good point about resale value. It is good to know that an idividual would get maximum return when finished with the bike, but is this worth it for time that this individual is riding the bike that the bike does not suit that individual or is difficult to control. Just one of the many silly things that run through my head. I gotta get out and ride more.....

That would explain the butter smell and the sudden urge I have to go see a movie when I get done riding. Maybe I want an '03. Copemech I definately agree that power without control is useless. But you mentioned a 2.5 bike, this is just off the top of my head but maybe some of those that buy the 2.9 and need to alter the bike dramatically in order to ride it should have bought a 2.5 instead. I have always thought that the main reason to buy one of the bigger bikes (Sherco 2.9 or GG 280 or 300) was to have HUGE power. Again I must mention that I was just curious if anybody liked the bike stock because it did not seem that anybody was mentioning it, if there is this huge base of customers that must alter the bike in order to make it ridable than it would seem a design change is in order. (again)

OK this may get me blasted, I realize that we are all individuals and require different things from our bikes. I have noticed there are ALOT of threads about "taming the sherco 290" or "easing the power delivery" or similiar type of things. My question is two fold, first is there anybody out there that likes their sherco 290 as stock right outa the crate so to speak? Secondly, is there anybody that likes the power to be "snappy", instant, right there right now? disclaimer: I have a 2000 290 that I bought used and I believe it is stock. I know this makes me look a bit silly not knowing for sure if there is 1 base gasket or 2 or if the ignition is retarded or if there were any carb changes, and it probably could use a new set of rings. But the previous questions are mostly "acedemic" any way, just curious.

Was that color red or alot of pink? Actually looked like a bit of good riding, that last section appeared to be some pretty loose sandy type stuff.

I am always amazed at how smooth the older guys ride, sometimes it is just poetry in motion.

Fire away! I am oppinionated (sp), usually full of it, balding, fat, mediocre rider. And yes getting older. have fun.

FIRE! FIRE! HEE HEE HEE FIRE! Good to hear you got it all sorted out Sam.

I am not sure what 13 stone is but I am about 225 pounds and I run 5 wt year round. Still amazed the bike hauls my butt around.

Agreed

The guy doing the yelling is the "minder", basically he is the coach. His job is to make sure the rider is in the correct position, placement of tire, etc. Yep would drive me completely off the edge too. Also I believe at the world round level of competition those riders definately should be good enough to know where their rear tire is.

I could be dense (well more likely than not) but this kinda confuses me about built up air in the forks. If the fork tube is a sealed system than theoretically the amount of oil and air within the chamber(s) should not change. All I can think of is that air bubbles may become trapped in the oil through vigorous use, and would need to allow to rise up out of the oil. or possibly the warmer the tubes the more the air pressure inside the tube, but I would think that it would take a rather large temperature change to cause significant amount of pressure. Are the fork seals not perfectly sealed and that is where the air enters? Just having trouble grasping this.

aaaaahahhhh! I sit before my computer screen corrected.

Are you hinting that someone may have returned from filming a major stunt in a major film in (insert country of your choice) and has not had time to be online and make a response to things said to him?

My sherco 2.9 is a year 2000 and I believe it still has the original rings. Maybe it is time for a new set.

It was not just you I had a problem earlier this morning. Maybe it was just us.

Have there been reports of somebody really checking out HL's avatar again?

I are a cheap redneck yessir Nope no scrambler, that there is a 1968 Sears Puch 250 2 stroke with 2 pistons and 1 combustion chamber. It's a pretty neat bike. but not running at this time.

Yea thanks, that's why I am stuck with the dang thing and can't get a new one. That water landing was HILARIOUS!!!

I like to wrap the handle bar and the throttle tube with a layer of electral tape, dump a little gas in the grip and swish, swish slide it on. Grips never move after that.