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Brake Pad Advice
Hi,
Can someone please recommend a good disc brake pad for my MTB? Are disc brake pads a universal fit or does every brand have their own pad? I have 'Hayes Stroker Trail' disc brakes with 200mm rotors front and rear.
My issue is:
- I've had my bike (purchased new with these brakes) for 18months now. When I first got it with very little pressure on the brake levers I could lock up the rear tyre on bitumen, which also meant that they were very touchy offroad (which I prefer it this way).
Back Yamma Bigfoot
Hi all, just completed my first 50Km, in the Convict 100. And the bug has bitten. I'm now looking at the above subject, would anyone out there have some inside info on this evevnt please. Looking at doing the 100Km, with a bit more training under my belt. Thank's
Manly Dam.. things to look out for
Hi All,
Been a while since I've ridden Manly Dam(last ride there was probably in January), from what I've read here the trail have somewhat changed quite a bit.
Thinking of riding it lunchtime today, just wondering which tricky bits I should look out for ?
cheers,
Mario
[Mod. moved to Northern Beaches]
No Front Wheel
Obviously I don't get out much. I thought that 29ers were the next "big thing." But this week, on three separate occasions riding around Manly Dam, I have seen three (3) different people riding unicycles.
I don't know how they do it: How do they get up hills? How do they steer? How do they control their speed? What about getting over obstacles? How do they get under all the overhanging branches?
None of these riders was dressed like a clown, so I'm assuming it is serious.
Is it time for me to lose that front "training" wheel and jump onto the next big thing?
The Oaks - video
I headed out to do The Oaks at the weekend on my Specialized Camber 29er. First time I'd done it and really enjoyed it - bike seemed very well suited to that sort of terrain. Looking forward to getting back there again to hit it with some more speed! I took some video too - my riding is nothing special but I thought it might pass the time for some of you on a Monday lunchtime!
Budget fork wanted
Hi All.
I'm looking out for a cheap fork for a bike that I'm building up with cast offs.
It is a 20" frame so will need to have a long'ish (220) 1-1/8 steerer, 9mm QR and around 100mm of travel.
Anyone thinking about an upgrade and will want to get rid of their old fork?
Mail me
Cheers
Tony
Short distance races for beginners?
Hello all,
Reading all the posts about the recent convict 100 has inspired me to give racing a go. Being relatively unfit I was wondering if there are any races for beginners around the 15km mark?
Issues with 2012 SID XX 120 mm
I recently purchased and fitted 2012 Rockshox SID XX forks. They are 120 mm travel and fit to a scott spark.
Convict race - fantastic!
Did the 50km course, first time. What a great day! Some of those downhill were a bit hairy, saw a couple of guys with a few grazes, hopefully no one was seriously hurt. Glad I listened to the advise given here about walking up 'that hill'.
First time effort - 2hrs 45min, so pretty happy for an old girl. Hope everyone else had a great day.
Blue Mountains Draft 2012-2013 Operational Plan
Blue Mountains City Council has released there Draft 2012-2013 Operational Plan for public review and submission.
I feel like Mountain Biking should be part of the plan. But not sure how to address it.
Appin for 6th May
Planning to go for a ride tomorrow at Appin but have suspicions that there is racing going on. Does anyone else know ?
[Mod. moved to Sydney (South) as this is asking for trail info in that area]
Dee Why Bike Hub honorable mention
I just thought i would highlight the cheap and efficant bike service that I recieved from the owner(Not sure of his name) of teh Dee Why Bike Hub. I went down to the store this morning at 8am unannouced with a new cassette the I purchased online (only because he told me he didnt have one in stock). He then proceeded to change teh cassette while I waited and then on top of all this he only charged me $5.00.
I was most impressed with the service and price.
[Mod. moved to shopping]
Commuting (Frenchs Forest to City)
Does anyone have suggestions on a route from Frenchs Forest to Town Hall by MTB that has the minimum chance of death?
"Mountain Bike Backlash" Anti MTB article in Peninsular Living
Those who attended the NPWS consultation days last year may have noticed a small mousy woman asking you to sign a petition against mountain bikes.
It seems she has been pretty dogged with this over the last 6-8 months and has gathered 500 signatures by spending much of her weekends at local shopping malls. This has resulted in a 2-page spread in Peninsular Living this month. What follows is my proposed response.
You may wish to write to Peninsular Living, Brad Hazzard, and Warringah Councillors touching on similar themes.
Dually 29er reviews
Hi guys
Despite the fact that im looking into a HT 29er, im just wondering whether it would be a good option go dually 29er
So i narrowed down my options and have decieded on going either waiting out for the new 2013 Giant Anthem advanced 29er, or just going for a Scott Spark 29er
Any thoughts would be greatful 
Australian XCM Championships -
Anyone heading down for this? Its on the June long weekend.
There doesn't seem to be heaps of information on the MTBA website, other than I know its at Stromlo and its on 10th June and the course is 88km in length from what I understand.
Finally: Bottom zippers in your lycra bib!
http://www.sellesmp.com/smp4bike/en/products/clo...
We better start that CRC group order soon before they sell out...
newtons 2012
Fork Servicing Advice
I've recently noticed that there is a bit of play in my forks. As I've had the bike a year and never serviced the forks, I recon it's probably about time!
Being as though I do all the servicing myself, I thought I'd have a crack at this job too. From what I've read and watched on SRAM's you tube channel, it doesn't look like too much of a complicated job.
Before I get stuck in though, I have a couple of questions. (1) Are the bushes replaceable in my forks and (2) is it OK to go to a motorbike shop and get the shock oil from them as MTB oil ridiculously expensive for what it is?
Convict 100km - Are people going down Friday arvo or Saturday Morning?
Hi All,
If you are doing the 100km, what are you doing about getting there? Are you heading down on Friday afternoon or evening, or at the crack of dawn on Saturday (in which case don't forget there are road works on the M2 with 40km or so speed limits)???
When cycling is a pain in the bum
www.smh.com.au/executive-style/fitness/blogs/on-.... The right saddle is something that regularly comes up in discussions (and oh so important!) and this is a pretty good, simple article on the subject. Also mentions Blair Martin and Steve Hogg who I know a number of people have recommended to others on this site. In fact, I have an appointment with Blair lined up shortly.
New Ti Frame
Hi ladies and gents, let me show off my new buddy.
Eats singletrack like a clubber eating a kebab at 3:00am.
HA: 67 static 68 sagged
BB: 310 static 305 sagged
CS: 410 SLAMMED
Material: Titanium
Weight: 1.5kg
Drivetrain: Single Speed
Fork: 120 Reba
Wheels: 29 inch
Because of the slacked out geometry there is a bit of steering flop on the straights but once it sees singletrack it just smiles.
And when you are really pinning it through corners and the rear starts sliding it feels in total control drifting around the bends 
How technical is Appin to ride - Wallaby Enduro race
Hi all hoping to enter the Rock Wallaby Enduro at Appin at the end of May. From the description it sounds a litte technical ? , would it be similar to Ourimbah , keen to do the 50km but would depend on the course. Does anyone have any first hand knowledge ?
[Mod. Moved to Sydney (South) as that is where Appin is]