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Air Compressors
Just wondering for those out there who own their own air compressors what sort you have? I'm looking for something to inflate 26er and 29er tubeless tyres.
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Road bike Party: the out takes
X Fusion vs Fox Triad rear shock
Hi all,
Looking at swapping my X Fusion O2 RLA rear shock on my Spesh FSR XC to a Fox Triad shock. Just wondering if anyone has made this change and what people's opinions are of the Fox Triad.
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Manly Dam - volunteer day 17th November
we're looking for energetic volunteers to assist with trail maintenance at Manly Dam - now's your chance if you fancy your self as something of a trail fairy! This will probably be our last one for the year so please let us know if you can join the team.
Final arrangements are still to be confirmed however the date is locked in and barring bad weather we'll be there on Saturday the 17th November. More details to follow however in the meantime please let us know if you can assist by contacting us at: [email protected]
2011 Fox 32 F100 RL w/15QR, tapered steerer & remote lockout, 4.0”/100mm - Service Info Required
Hi, I am going to give the forks a service - First time!
Can anyone advise how much fork oil is required. Have looked on the Fox service website and am still confused.
If there are any other tips, would be much appreciated!
Thanks
Andrew
It's time to upgrade to a dually and seeking advice
Hi all
I am thinking it might be time to upgrade to a dual suspension bike. I have done a bit of research and talked to some bike shops and have decided to go for a 29er dually. I have a budget of around $3k and have narrowed down my short list to either a specialized camber comp, trek superfly pro or elite and giant trance x1. I generally ride manly dam and cascades on a recreational basis but may consider racing later on
Was hoping to hear people's experiences with these brands, or bikes preferably, to cut through some of the bike store sales pitch.
Where to buy Goodridge brake lines
Anyone know where in Oz to buy some MTB Goodridge brake lines?
Or do i have to buy online from OS like most spares...
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FOUND NiteRider light on Manly Dam steps
I found a NiteRider light unit this morning.
PM me with the description if it's yours.
Manly Dam. Rider Down Sunday noon. 28/10
Talking about OTB in the other threat.
Coming Down the decent to Curl Curl Creek. 3 ambulances. Just above the big rock roll down. Farrrk didn't look good at all. Temptation to stop to see what was going on was huge. But 4-6 ambulance officers should be plenty to take care of ther poor soul who crashed there.
I hope whoever it was has a quick road to recovery.
Bike build project - where to start?
I want to embark on my first bike build project.
Having never actually done this, I'm not sure where to start.
I suppose a frame is a good start, but where to from there?
I want a medium travel (~140mm) dually.
I am pretty short (5’6”) and usually ride a small frame.
Any advice is appreciated.
No trading in the forums please
Just a quick reminder that we have a nice classifieds section here and since it's introduction any kind of trading (for sale, wanted, swaps, etc). should go on in that section.
It does say (and has been there for quite some time) at the top of the forum form:
Please do not post advertisements here (wanted/forsale/for trade) - use the classified section for that. This includes event entry transfers - yes, they belong in classifieds too!
Tapering for the fling 110k
I have never quite got the taper right for the 110km fling. To little and my legs felt slow and heavy, too much ..oh the hurt from the start. Any suggestions on what to do weekend before and the week leading up??
How often do you crash, stack, OTB, etc.. ?
So I stacked it again this morning, twice this month, this time got more than just bruises
That's 2 stacks in 10 rides. Both stacks happened at the 2nd lap around Manly Dam, tired, less concentration is my reasoning behind it.
Just wondering how often do others crash ?
Where to find 10mm thru bolt?
I have managed to strip the thread on the QR end of my current 10 x 135mm thru bolt axle.
A search of the www has uncovered not very many replacements. I don't want to spend $70 on the DT Swiss one.
Can I just buy a 10mm bolt from bunnings?
I don't specifically need a QR, hex bolt is fine with me.
Any suggestions are greatly appreciated.
Terry hills hazard reduction burn - trail status wanted
Hi,
Any Terry Hills locals know if Perim and Long will be open for the weekend after the hazard reductions burns? The RFS website still lists it as a going concern and the track status is red on this site.
Any updates for the w/e?
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Press Fit Bottom Brackets
I am looking at a new frame to build up and the one I like has press fit bottom brackets. Anyone had any experience with these? What is the benefits? can you still fit your normal cranks?
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Spring Cycle - Not technically MTB but an adventure none the less
Spring Cycle is not technically MTB, in fact its not even close, but its an adventure none the less. It was a great day for the boy and I and his mate and his dad.
Riding over the bridge and cutting loose over the Cahill Expressway was AWESOME.
Tool Kits
Hey Everyone
I am starting to put in my orders for xmas with the minister for fun and finance (wife). Was wanting some feedback on the better tool kits to buy so that can do a lot of my own maintenance.I recently changed the gear cables but wanted to expand my self maintenance repertoire. I have a had a brief look at the usual suspects online but not realy sure where to start. Some of the jobs I wanted to tackle include; brakes, hubs, headset, shocks and possibly the BB.
Any feedback from those that currently do thier own maintenance would be greatly appreciated
JHT
CTMBC tent city for Rydal 8hr
OK a few of us will be setting up pop shade under the big tree same place as last year.
Garry has a 6 x3, I have a 6x3, Barnsie has a 3x3 so there is a bit of room for others and i would be great to get a CTMBC crew together
We are going to mark out the space Friday Arv and then set the tents us Saturday.
If anyone want to add a tent please let me know and we'll make sure we reserve some space. Otherwise just bring chairs and stuff and crowd on in.
Arriving late to chocolate foot
Hi, just wondering if anyone knows whether it is a big drama registering etc if out team was to arrive at the Lithgow round an hour late.
Thanks,
Jason
Brake upgrade???
Looking to upgrade brakes on my enduro, not happy with the avids, the levers have started playing up and out of warranty. Price is not really an issue what's every one running? Not looking for a cross country set I like going down hill more than up but weight is a factor. Like the look of hope tech v2's.
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Tyre advice needed!
Hi guys, I'm new to this forum and I know that this topic has been covered already but I'm still unsure what tyres to choose. Basically, I'm from the UK where I used Tioga downhill tyres on my Planet X hard tail for just about every surface. I moved to Freo and chose Maxxis Cross Mark 26 x 2.10 front & rear because of its raised central bead, as I knew I would mainly be riding on roads, cycle paths, and the odd trail. I'm about to move up to Stoneville, right next to the old heritage railway line, which, as you know, is mainly pea gravel.
Mt Annan opening times
Guys anyone know is it possible to ride the track prior to the stated 10am opening time?
Ta
'13 Merida Matts Lite XT H/T
So i have had my Merida Matts Lite XT for a few weeks now and love it and has been great on some of the soft local trails around Narrabeen lakes and a few of the smoother trails off the Wakehurst parkway... but on Sun i took it for a run around Manly Dam was still good but i could see how much easier the dual suspension bikes were handling compared to me bouncing all over the place with my hard tail...
My Q is did i buy the wrong bike for these types of rides, i.e Manly Dam, Oxford Falls, Cascades, Red hill etc
Cheers for any advise
Adam