Why Heavier Is Faster

For decades, road cycling's obsession with lightweight components influenced mountain biking, but the data tells a surprising story: pro bikes across Downhill, Enduro, and XC are getting heavier. Today on EMBN Steve Jones break down the mystery of bike weight versus capability, explaining why bigger, burlier components like tires, forks, and brakes are the secret to going faster and maintaining control in challenging off-road terrain.

⏱ Timestamps ⏱
00:21 - Heavier Is Faster
05:05 - Rider VS Machine
06:24 - Light Weight, Full Power
07:55 - Spec Matters

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