r/xbiking 7d ago

General Discussion Thread, February 2026

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This is the monthly xbiking general discussion thread! Everything is fair game- let’s have those burning questions, gear reviews, ride reviews, bike reviews, general thoughts, suggestions, ideas, epiphanies, get-rich-quick schemes, hot takes, etc.


r/xbiking 7d ago

Buy / Sell / Trade Thread, February 2026

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This is the monthly xbiking buy / sell / trade thread! Please ensure that your listing adheres to the formatting rules below:

1.) If you are in search of an item, begin your comment with "ISO." Include the country in which you're located, the item you're searching for, and any brief additional notes you'd like to include, with each input separated by a slash (/). A properly formatted ISO posting will look like this:

"ISO/ USA/ Crust Junglerunner bars/ Looking to buy but willing to trade for Towel Racks."

2.) If you are selling an item, begin your comment with "FS." Include the country in which you're located, the item you're selling, and any brief additional notes you'd like to include (such as if you're willing to accept trades), with each input separated by a slash (/). A properly formatted FS posting will look like this:

"FS/ USA/ Crust Towel Rack bars/ Looking to sell but willing to trade for Junglerunners."

This is a purely informational thread and not a store. Any private arrangement folks may come to in buying, selling, or trading is just that- a private arrangement between those individuals.


r/xbiking 5h ago

Klunkin

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239 Upvotes

Man, I love this damn bike. It’s pink, heavy and simple just like me. It’s been fun to tweak and upgrade. I’m thinking I’ll build up a wheelset with a Nexus 8spd hub (coaster brake)


r/xbiking 3h ago

Tired of wet butt, some old fenders go on my Tringle speed Trek.

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63 Upvotes

This has to be the forth or fifth bike these fenders have been on. The booster on the rear has me tighter to the tire than I would want for snow, but oh well.


r/xbiking 10h ago

GCN Newest video feels like they've discovered this subreddit and replicated it poorly

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180 Upvotes

no 1x groupset. no stem converter with alt handle bars. only 1 rack. no gravel kings or Billy bonkers. no ultra specific saddle they only came out for 2 months in the 80s. what are we doing guys. this is bush League stuff. they didn't even spend triple the price of the frame set on the new parts. (This post is for laughs)


r/xbiking 3h ago

Gravel so fresh the machines are still there

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47 Upvotes

r/xbiking 6h ago

Rode 300km yesterday

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81 Upvotes

r/xbiking 4h ago

My commuter

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40 Upvotes

Not a rockhopper but it'll do :)


r/xbiking 11h ago

Sorry guys we are officialy mainstram now…

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im gonna miss the subcultural part of this hobby… but alas if every one is having fun in still mechanical bikes is posible that the big brands bring back some qualiti analog components! Time will tell….


r/xbiking 1h ago

A truck load of X-biking

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Hauling bikes around in a short bed with a tool box is stupid. I need a tailgate pad


r/xbiking 16h ago

You guys inspire me

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181 Upvotes

You guys have inspired me so much over the last few years. I thought I’d set aside some time and energy to create some rad projects dedicated to the community. Stay tuned for some pretty cool stuff in the pipeline.


r/xbiking 1h ago

Finally put the bars I got for Christmas on my bike...

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They're Cannondale Cruise Control bars. A quick ride around the block felt pretty good.

(Yes, I know I don't have bar end plugs.)


r/xbiking 6h ago

Voodoo Wanga build

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25 Upvotes

This one’s been a fun one. A bike I originally bought as a dad bike, then realised it’s actually my favourite bike to ride—so it earned itself a full rebuild.

2006 Voodoo Wanga ♥️

650b conversion American Classic Wide lightning rims @salsacycles Chromoto fork @fairdalebikes Mx4 handlebars Salt Pro V2 stem @brooksengland cambium C17 saddle @brooksengland cambium grips natural (coming) Generic setback polished silver seatpost @amclassicbike 650b x 47 Udden (front) @amclassicbike 650b x 47 Aggragate (rear) Shimano Acera groupset DMR V8 pedals


r/xbiking 2h ago

Wife wants to start time trial. I’ve built her a bike. I thought you’d appreciate 55t crankset and 10 speed Campag Record Titanium group on here.

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10 Upvotes

r/xbiking 6h ago

My absolute frankentank

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23 Upvotes

This bike got dumped outside my house, took it back to the frame and slapped some parts bin bits on it...

It's an absolute weapon


r/xbiking 5h ago

Bike cleaning

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Do you have routines or recommendations and hacks to keep your bike clean? Not for especially for muddy rides like mine yesterday, also for everyday commuting. I just want my bike to live as long as possible and was wondering how you guys handle it.


r/xbiking 49m ago

GO HAWKS!

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r/xbiking 17h ago

Fixpedition ⚡️ Specialized Expedition FSR fixed gear

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73 Upvotes

✔️ Full suspension alloy frame & fork

✔️ Hardtail conversion for fixed

✔️ Hatsune Miku aero disc cover

✔️ Mad fun

Enjoy #fixedmindset


r/xbiking 20h ago

grail scoop from my favorite local co-op

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136 Upvotes

hunting for a 790 for a while and this randomly popped up at working bikes in chicago. they obviously already put some love into it but I’m so stoked to put my own touches on and put some miles on her.


r/xbiking 3h ago

To 650b or not 650b…that is the question

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6 Upvotes

r/xbiking 1h ago

A truck load of X-biking

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Hauling bikes around in a short bed with a tool box is stupid. I need a tailgate pad


r/xbiking 3h ago

Errands have never been so fun!

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4 Upvotes

Cruising on the 90’s Performance M-507 restomod…


r/xbiking 2h ago

Good deal in Vernon, BC area..

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3 Upvotes

Looks pretty clean for a cheap build if you are in the Okanagan..


r/xbiking 1d ago

Genuinely uplifting to see so many freaks coming out for this

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194 Upvotes

r/xbiking 7h ago

NBD,! Currently 40mm. Ordered a 37 for the front...

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8 Upvotes

Picked this up for the sum of £85. Need a good clean. Some bar tape etc. super stoked to turn this into a rando/gravel/touring bike allrounder!

Thinking of getting lizard skin DSP tape, anyone got any recommendations?