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This is probably because there is more friction on the machined parts inside the hub from the addition of 3 pawls spinning around and ratcheting. I think it makes no difference especially if you install it with the proper amount of grease.

@@mapleleafmtb8399 Hey, thanks!

Yes, as far as I know the cassette should work. The chain may be a little finicky though. I did a full swap because the Sram cassette wore down a little to quick, it would go even faster with that tighter clutched derailleur. The Shimano cassette also has the smooth shifting technology which I do feel a difference from.

@@mapleleafmtb8399 yes, I agree. I went ahead and ordered a micro, spline, free, hot body a new XT cassette XT crank with chain ring. We are derailer and shifter.

@@donclifford7017 dont forget to order the end cap for the freehub. The one that comes stock on the bike does not work with the smaller microspline.

@@mapleleafmtb8399 yes I did order that as well. Thanks!

I would try using the parktool cable routing kit, or you can make your own using a shifter wire and magnets with super glue.

Id stay away from any full suspension bikes past 2015. Parts are hard to find, and fixing them if they break can cost just as much as the bike itself. The Trek Marlin is a reliable and robust bike. I owned one for 1 year and It held up great. I'd go for that not only because its reliable, but because its a hardtail so its more efficient.

Crank brother stamp pedals, and Ergon grips are my go to for this bike in the future.

Sorry for the late reply, the EX climbed better imo. The A2 is solid going up hill, but better downhill. The A2 does take some time to get used to, but its very nimble and fun after.

I bought used,forthe 320 eu

Great idea! I will definitely do that once the weather gets better here in Ontario!

Nope, it has a 12 speed Sram NX groupset.

Yes, located west of Milton on the end of the GTA.

​@@mapleleafmtb8399looked like the bike was propped up beside the 'whale tail' at Kelso

My dad Is around 6ft and it fits him well, I would have chosen the 29" wheels because the bike does feel a little bit on the small size with the 27.5 wheels. This I think is a good thing though, because you are more in control of the bike, and it's much more playful. My dad loves the 27.5" wheels and I think you will too. If the bike is too small I believe you can return it under some circumstances with CRC. If you want to switch it out, I'd email someone from Vitus for the best advice.

@@mapleleafmtb8399 thank you

@@ther.barkerchannel3157 np!

Thank you! Was waiting for someone to notice the shelby ;)

Id say stick with a small, this bike feels pretty large at first when I was getting used to it, but now It feels just right for me. You could technically ride a medium, but I fear it might be too large and sluggish. Norco has the rider size system on their website where you measure the requirements and plug them in and it will give you your optimized frame size. Best advice is to go to a shop and try the bike out for size. (Doesn't have to be the same model since they are all identical when it comes to frame sizing.)

Thanks, for sure I’m going to do a demo and try it on a trail. On the norco site it puts me in the medium, I’m right in between 5 5” and 5 6” so if I put 5 5” in it says the small 😂 anyways thanks for the help I’ll go demo when I can!

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Sure, I think its a great all round bike. However, I'd recommend the Trek Marlin 5 since it is a little better suited for commuting with the bigger wheels and better optimized frame with rack mounts and etc.

If you stand over the frame of the bike and don't have an inch of clearance between your crotch and the top tube then the bike is too big for you. But, go ahead and cut down the seat post. I did it too and I've should have recommended it since I could not put the seat post all the way down for my dad.

I'd say after riding it, It is a long travel trail bike, but It definitely rides like an All Mountain bike. Its really all anyone needs, great suspension that feels bottomless, plenty of gearing and good brakes. Very satisfied with this bike. It'll do anything you throw at it which is exactly what Norco engineered it to do.

All housing should fit into those ports, I only included the surrounding foam to insulate the housing from rattling and making noise. I'd just go with some housing and a regular shifter cable, since thats what 99% of internal droppers use. The brake cable end would be too big for the linking bit.

Unfortunately not, the only solution I can think of is over pressurizing the brake system by a smidge. It makes the lever a little harder to fully pull in and gives more bite. I did that off camera because its not really a step in bleeding the shimano brake systems. I'd try burping the lines/system, if not try to over pressurize. If that doesn't work I dont know what to say, thats just how shimano and many other brake systems work. Try sending me a video of you pulling the lever on my Instagram so I can show my boss at the shop I work at. @maplemtb

These came with resin pads, but in the spring before I sold the bike I bought metallic pads.

you can check the links in the description of the video and it should provide you with the details there.