Figured out what's been causing the crashes

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  1. Samusick

    Samusick OI!

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    It's been the gopro all along. Haven't used it since the last spill (bout 8 months ago) and wouldn't you know it, the next time I dust it off I'm in the dirt. Go figure.
     
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    xhuskr Powered by Guinness

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    improper posing for the camera? hope the latest spill was not bad
     
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    At least you have some crashes on video ?
     
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    dstepper (R.I.P.) Over the hill

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    Also happens when people stop to watch ya clean a tuff section.
     
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    i think its just the "pressure" put on when you know there are/will-be people watching

    lets not kid ourselves right? we all wanna look good :D
     
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    I was there but didn't see it lol
     
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    My friend got a GoPro and he started pushing really hard, riding to the edge of his abilities and beyond on virtually every ride. I started calling it his cape because he thought he was Superman when he rode with it.
     
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    Don't worry . Should be on video :lol:
     
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    I'll take it off your hands for 50 bucks and save you from ever crashing again.:lol:
     
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    It is, when I was driving us back home he checked the gopro to make sure and laughed like a little school girl when he saw it lol
     
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    Don't really think I was pushing myself any harder than normal. Was coming down Hawk at Oaks for the 1st time and stalled out on a tight, loose right hander. Nothing bad but still, wtf? Stupid gopro... Super fun trail btw! Was gonna edit it but my graphics card died. Should have it fixed tonight. I'm thinkin I should use it more often so I can get enough footage for a crash reel.
     
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    ridinrox Well-Known Member

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    When it's not loose that's my favorite section!!
     
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    trailninja Going Slideways!!!!

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    My best crashes were taken while GoProing! I wouldn't accept it any other way!
     
  14. Samusick

    Samusick OI!

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    Best reason to have one imo. Capturing a sweet line is nice and all but crashes are WAY more entertaining.

    ridinrox, I'll have to check it out when there isn't a couple inches of powder in the turns. And with not so smooth tires.
     

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