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**Author:** [@system](https://ecmtb.net/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0
This is the place if its not bike related. Have spirited conversation and debate if you need to , just keep it civil or you get the boot! \[smile\] --- ## [Support for justin](https://ecmtb.net/t/support-for-justin/16305)
**Author:** [@gokatgo](https://ecmtb.net/u/gokatgo)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2026, 3:32pm UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/support-for-justin/16305 "2026-10-02T15:32:07Z")
hope this is ok to post here Currently scott clark and the others at cranked collective are working on some fund raising events to help support justin. Hes going to be off work for a little while so every little bit … --- ## [E-bike enforcement](https://ecmtb.net/t/e-bike-enforcement/16295)
**Author:** [@Drgonzo](https://ecmtb.net/u/Drgonzo)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2026, 10:39pm UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/e-bike-enforcement/16295 "2026-09-19T22:39:52Z")
Interesting article on the BBC about enforcement on e-dirt bikes and scooters being used in an antisocial way. It asks me for a subscription on my mobile but not on my laptop-so I’m attaching the part I found most intere… --- ## [Hydration bladder slosh stopper](https://ecmtb.net/t/hydration-bladder-slosh-stopper/16250)
**Author:** [@Drgonzo](https://ecmtb.net/u/Drgonzo)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2026, 12:16pm UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/hydration-bladder-slosh-stopper/16250 "2026-08-10T12:16:58Z")
Sometimes I like to get off the bike and attempt to trail run. I find using my regular hydration pack leads to a lot of annoying sloshing/noise. Thinking about prototyping/3D printing something to slide in the bladder th… --- ## [Remote Found in Bowater](https://ecmtb.net/t/remote-found-in-bowater/15976)
**Author:** [@TravisA](https://ecmtb.net/u/TravisA)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2026, 7:46pm UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/remote-found-in-bowater/15976 "2026-02-15T19:46:38Z")
Looking to find the owner. Found a dog training remote in the snow when walking through Bowater on Feb. 14. --- ## [New music](https://ecmtb.net/t/new-music/8880)
**Author:** [@darkmyth](https://ecmtb.net/u/darkmyth)\ **Replies:** 149\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2025, 2:10am UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/new-music/8880 "2025-11-30T02:10:55Z")
This ones for James he desperately needs some new music. Well maybe for me also. Share something new or a heavy favourite --- ## [Fortnine](https://ecmtb.net/t/fortnine/15342)
**Author:** [@Rock](https://ecmtb.net/u/Rock)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [November 21, 2025, 10:46pm UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/fortnine/15342 "2025-11-21T22:46:55Z")
anybody ever bought anything from this company? Fortnine? What was your experience like? --- ## [Need a plumber!](https://ecmtb.net/t/need-a-plumber/15588)
**Author:** [@Goose](https://ecmtb.net/u/Goose)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2025, 2:20pm UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/need-a-plumber/15588 "2025-07-15T14:20:36Z")
I am urgently in need of a plumber. Please pm if you are or know of someone available. Location is downtown Halifax. Thank you! --- ## [Martock Being Sold to Smokey](https://ecmtb.net/t/martock-being-sold-to-smokey/15520)
**Author:** [@Nige](https://ecmtb.net/u/Nige)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2025, 4:47pm UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/martock-being-sold-to-smokey/15520 "2025-06-17T16:47:50Z")
Talk of year round operations with MTB & hiking trails. Martock Sale --- ## [Canoe Barrel Backpacks on Sale](https://ecmtb.net/t/canoe-barrel-backpacks-on-sale/15463)
**Author:** [@Rockhopper](https://ecmtb.net/u/Rockhopper)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2025, 4:34pm UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/canoe-barrel-backpacks-on-sale/15463 "2025-05-19T16:34:41Z")
If anyone is interested in buying a Canoe Barrel backpack like the one I use for trail work carrying tools, gear and materials, they are currently 25% off at MEC until May20. --- ## [Orienteering event Bowater April 27](https://ecmtb.net/t/orienteering-event-bowater-april-27/15403)
**Author:** [@Drgonzo](https://ecmtb.net/u/Drgonzo)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2025, 6:23pm UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/orienteering-event-bowater-april-27/15403 "2025-04-16T18:23:49Z")
FYI, might be lots of peeps on the trails that day --- ## [Research Study For Women Who Engage in Outdoor Adventure and Have Experienced IPV](https://ecmtb.net/t/research-study-for-women-who-engage-in-outdoor-adventure-and-have-experienced-ipv/15359)
**Author:** [@Ashlyn](https://ecmtb.net/u/Ashlyn)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2025, 3:39pm UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/research-study-for-women-who-engage-in-outdoor-adventure-and-have-experienced-ipv/15359 "2025-03-26T15:39:02Z")
Hi everyone, I’m conducting some research looking at outdoor adventure activities and their role in trauma recovery for women who have experienced intimate partner violence. If you’re interested in learning more or know… --- ## [I’m a retired red seal electrician, herring cove area](https://ecmtb.net/t/i-m-a-retired-red-seal-electrician-herring-cove-area/15302)
**Author:** [@Rock](https://ecmtb.net/u/Rock)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2025, 1:19pm UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/i-m-a-retired-red-seal-electrician-herring-cove-area/15302 "2025-03-01T13:19:43Z")
I’m a retired electrician with a lot of time on my hands always looking for small 3-6 hours jobs. Or service upgrades. .no continuing renovations for me. Retirement is proving to be quite boring minus biking. --- ## [STRAVA glitches](https://ecmtb.net/t/strava-glitches/15293)
**Author:** [@Enduro\_Performance](https://ecmtb.net/u/Enduro_Performance)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2025, 6:00pm UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/strava-glitches/15293 "2025-02-23T18:00:20Z")
Anyone ever have issues logging into their Strava randomly? Yesterday, I was logged out and cant seem to get back on. The app will give me an error code that says “something went wrong, please try again later” And the … --- ## [Bowater bridge](https://ecmtb.net/t/bowater-bridge/15263)
**Author:** [@TravisA](https://ecmtb.net/u/TravisA)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2025, 9:40pm UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/bowater-bridge/15263 "2025-02-12T21:40:30Z")
It appears that the bridge construction connecting to this other side is nearing completion --- ## [Zap loses house and photographic archives/mtb and mx history](https://ecmtb.net/t/zap-loses-house-and-photographic-archives-mtb-and-mx-history/15217)
**Author:** [@tossedsalad](https://ecmtb.net/u/tossedsalad)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2025, 2:47am UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/zap-loses-house-and-photographic-archives-mtb-and-mx-history/15217 "2025-01-12T02:47:53Z")
Bummed to see this in my feed. Dudes collection of mtb and mx goes way back to the beginning. The collection of hardware and hardcopy lost must be staggering in scope. --- ## [Kuat hitches](https://ecmtb.net/t/kuat-hitches/15183)
**Author:** [@TravisA](https://ecmtb.net/u/TravisA)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2024, 9:43pm UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/kuat-hitches/15183 "2024-12-29T21:43:43Z")
For those who have Kuat racks, have you had any issues with them rusting. Alternatively, what other racks can be recommended that stand up to the issue? --- ## [Ice spiker pro 2 help](https://ecmtb.net/t/ice-spiker-pro-2-help/15172)
**Author:** [@TravisA](https://ecmtb.net/u/TravisA)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2024, 11:24pm UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/ice-spiker-pro-2-help/15172 "2024-12-17T23:24:23Z")
What is the trick to getting these mounted on the rim? Have the wire bead and they are a P.I.T.A Not sure if it matters, but Bontrager rims. --- ## [Zwift?](https://ecmtb.net/t/zwift/15158)
**Author:** [@Stobo](https://ecmtb.net/u/Stobo)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2024, 12:31am UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/zwift/15158 "2024-12-08T00:31:57Z")
Anyone do Zwift in the winter? I started doing it last winter and don’t know anyone else that does it --- ## [Advice for Improving MTB Cornering Skills?](https://ecmtb.net/t/advice-for-improving-mtb-cornering-skills/15151)
**Author:** [@Anna\_Disuza](https://ecmtb.net/u/Anna_Disuza)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2024, 1:55pm UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/advice-for-improving-mtb-cornering-skills/15151 "2024-11-27T13:55:40Z")
Hi everyone, I have been riding for a few months now and absolutely loving it but one thing I am struggling with is cornering. I often feel like I lose my balance or speed when taking tight turns, especially on trails w… --- ## [PSA: Ride your Local Urban Singletrack](https://ecmtb.net/t/psa-ride-your-local-urban-singletrack/14780)
**Author:** [@Drgonzo](https://ecmtb.net/u/Drgonzo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2024, 12:33am UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/psa-ride-your-local-urban-singletrack/14780 "2024-05-31T00:33:07Z")
I know this has been happening forever, however recently while riding some trails in a local park during the day, I came across two adults doing some very adult type stuff. Without pausing I loudly notified them that the… --- ## [Found-wheel lock key](https://ecmtb.net/t/found-wheel-lock-key/14697)
**Author:** [@Drgonzo](https://ecmtb.net/u/Drgonzo)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2024, 7:31pm UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/found-wheel-lock-key/14697 "2024-04-22T19:31:25Z")
found a wheel lock key for someones car or truck in the cul de sac next to osprey trailhead. I placed it on the ledge in front or the map. I wasn’t smart enough to take a picture, looks similar to this: --- ## [Sambro road ride](https://ecmtb.net/t/sambro-road-ride/14661)
**Author:** [@PascalOsti](https://ecmtb.net/u/PascalOsti)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2024, 10:19am UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/sambro-road-ride/14661 "2024-04-07T10:19:06Z")
Anyone know which club rides the Sambro loop weekly? --- ## [Lost](https://ecmtb.net/t/lost/14440)
**Author:** [@SJRob](https://ecmtb.net/u/SJRob)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2023, 10:08pm UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/lost/14440 "2023-12-26T22:08:28Z")
Lost Grey IXS Trigger full face helment. Between Wellington and Nine Mile River. I think i left hanging on my bike rack so it could be anywhere… --- ## [Wiggle and CRC (Chain Reaction Cycles) to Close International Web Shops](https://ecmtb.net/t/wiggle-and-crc-chain-reaction-cycles-to-close-international-web-shops/14404)
**Author:** [@chrisml](https://ecmtb.net/u/chrisml)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 1, 2023, 8:49pm UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/wiggle-and-crc-chain-reaction-cycles-to-close-international-web-shops/14404 "2023-12-01T20:49:02Z")
I’m going to miss the CRC late season sales… :frowning: Wiggle and CRC to Close International Web Shops as Sales Process ‘Gathers Pace’ - Pinkbike --- ## [Big Bike BMX](https://ecmtb.net/t/big-bike-bmx/13068)
**Author:** [@Aoc24](https://ecmtb.net/u/Aoc24)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2023, 1:35pm UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/big-bike-bmx/13068 "2023-09-05T13:35:18Z")
I know this is a long shot but anyone else here also into BMX specifically the big BMX bikes? I’m talking about 26”, 27.5 and 29” ones. I recently got a 26” BMX and looking for others to go for rides with. Cheers Here’… --- ## [Trails to Ales fundraiser for the B.L.T. Rails to Trails](https://ecmtb.net/t/trails-to-ales-fundraiser-for-the-b-l-t-rails-to-trails/14153)
**Author:** [@EMat](https://ecmtb.net/u/EMat)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2023, 11:44am UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/trails-to-ales-fundraiser-for-the-b-l-t-rails-to-trails/14153 "2023-08-01T11:44:14Z")
The North Brewing Company is having a fundraiser in support of the B.L.T. Rails to Trails Association to help with trail repairs. If you’re in the Timberlea area Thursday August 3rd through the Sunday the 6th stop into … --- ## [Trail Running](https://ecmtb.net/t/trail-running/13998)
**Author:** [@Enduro\_Performance](https://ecmtb.net/u/Enduro_Performance)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2023, 6:47pm UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/trail-running/13998 "2023-05-26T18:47:05Z")
Been pondering about the explosion of trail running, and the impact on local trail infrastructure. I will pre face this by saying. I actually love it, and do it quite a bit with my dog. Its an amazing sport and honestly… --- ## [Thank you Granite Suspension!](https://ecmtb.net/t/thank-you-granite-suspension/13919)
**Author:** [@Goose](https://ecmtb.net/u/Goose)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2023, 10:34am UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/thank-you-granite-suspension/13919 "2023-05-02T10:34:59Z")
Just wanted to give Andrew at Granite Suspension a shout out for top notch service. Can’t wait to get out and give the freshly serviced suspension a pounding. Thank you! :muscle::facepunch: --- ## [Outdoor strength class](https://ecmtb.net/t/outdoor-strength-class/13881)
**Author:** [@PascalOsti](https://ecmtb.net/u/PascalOsti)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2023, 5:40pm UTC](https://ecmtb.net/t/outdoor-strength-class/13881 "2023-04-22T17:40:23Z")
I will be hosting free strength classes outside every Thursday. Here is the event info from the Strava page (If interested please join). 6pm - 7pm ish April 20th We start with a warm up and a stretch. Heavy focus on… [Next page](https://ecmtb.net/c/off-topic/39.md?page=1)