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To 29er or not to 29er?
I am going to do some longer adventure races and want (need) a new bike. I have decided i want dual suspension but now the question is do I go for a 26 or 29"er. Im 5'6" and my riding ability is average and prefere Terry Hills type of riding versus the dam (which I do occasionally). I have tried the Fuel ex9, Specialized Cambo, Giant Anthem all 26ers. My preference was the Anthem as I felt comfortable riding it. One very confused purchaser.
Opportunity to help sustain tracks
Here's an opportunity to help out at your nearest XC race venue - ie Yellomundee Regional Park (it's only 55 minutes from Lindfield, the same time as getting to Ourimbah):
WSMTB is holding a Track Work morning from 8.30am on Saturday 12 May. Meet at the usual gate. Wear long trousers, boots, long sleave shirt. Bring shovel, fire rake, whipper snipper, cutters, wheelbarrow, spade etc. We will be checking the track, clearing edges, AND repairing the entrance driveway with some road base etc.
Followed by BBQ provided by WSMTB and maybe a ride.
Help with Rockshox fork
Hello,
I am looking at buying a set of Rockshox Reba RLTs. One of the adjustments listed on the SRAM website is low speed compression to lock. Therefore I am assuming this is an adjustment for low speed compression however the LBS said there was no low speed compression adjustment on the Reba's, just a threshold adjustment. Can anyone confirm which is correct.
Scott Scale 29er reviews
hey guys
Im looking for a hardtail 29er and im looking into Scott scale 29ers
Anyone have any good experiences/ reviews about the bike?
Any suggestions would be greatful
Cheers
Glenmore, Nepean River area
Anything we could ride in this stretch of forest along the Nepean River near Glenmore?
http://g.co/maps/ekq93
trail bike
Found Trail or jump bike belmont area PM details if you lost one
What clip in pedals to choose
I am looking to change from my Shimano M520 pedals. They have seen better days. Can anyone advise of a good replacement. I was thinking Crank Brothers Eggbeater 3 or Time ATAC XS. Are the bearings in the Eggbeaters as bad as they say and do I need shoe protectors with either of these.
Thanks, Emmett
time
so i did mount annan today an i dont know if it good but i did the first track in 40.35min can other ppl tell me time so i can work out if good
Dean Titanium Bikes
I am looking at getting a Dean Titanium Duke 29er. I have been looking at Dean for a while and just found out they have a Australian distributor. Has anyone else got a Dean?
www.deanbikes.com.au
Cheers,
Haz.
Night Ride manly
How difficult is Manly at night with just handlebar mounted spots? Thinking about a quick spin on Wednesday night about 9pm. (Well quick being a figuratively rather than literally). Is a lone lap a bit dumb?
Downhill tracks - Orange?
Hello,
I have just moved to Orange and am wondering where some DH trails are? And whether they are legal or not? Am happy to help with trail building or clubs.
Garmin Edge 800 on eBay
Looking on buying a Garmin Edge 800 since a while, I came today across on eBay a very cheap one: $235 with the topo map! Yeah I know, crazy… dodgy… but never know, so I bought it and we'll see how it goes. What do you think??
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/NEW-Garmin-Edge-800-G...
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Camden River… it's little gem
Tried for the first time the Camden River ride, and as the descriptions says it's a little gem.
Was good to ride on non-sandy ground, like at home (in Europe).
Vote for "more MTB-trail info" on Kuringgai Council Facebook page
Make your voice heard! Kuringgai Council is currently running a 'vote for' feature on their Facebook page.
Please visit their page and tick the box to hear more about their (existing and proposed) MTB trails.
Go to the link below and look for the "What do you want us to post about on Facebook?"
https://www.facebook.com/kuringgai
Thanks!
Trails similar in difficulty to Perimeter and Long Track - Terrey Hills
I have been riding with my father for 6 months now and have been weekly users of Terrey Hills and Long Track . (Not to the end, we stop at the rock clearing before the BIG Hill.)
Can anyone advise on similar style of tracks, being pretty easy on the Northern Beaches
He is 73!!
Thanks!!
Capital Punishment Results
Hope everyone enjoyed the race and achieved their goals. Any news on when the results will be up?
XX shifters
Can anyone tell me the make up of the 2012 Sram XX shifters. My question is, can the down shift lever be repositioned and used like Shimano ie. index finger down shift, or is all Sram thumb press for up and down shifting?
downhill racing
Hi all,
I am after some info on downhill racing in NSW.I am keen to start racing,but not sure were to start.If any one has any info that could help me out,that would be great.I live in cronulla,but happy to travel.
Thanks Stephen
Accomodation in Dungog or surrounds
Hi, Can anyone reccomend a house for rent in Dungog for a Friday and Saturday Night in July
Need 4 bedrooms for 5 riders.
Looks like there is very little on Stayz.
Thanks
Ourimbah conditions?
Hi all - anyone have an ourimbah update? Thinking of a trip up on Sunday. Possibly just top loop if it's still wet up there.
is your XC this fun to ride?
http://www.pinkbike.com/news/Is-Your-XC-Bike-Thi...
Wish I could ride this good, beautiful track!
Terrey Hills conditions
Any one know what Perimeter (from NBC school) and Long track would be like tomorrow.
If the few dry days that we have had will be enough to make it rideable?
go pro problems/issues
hey guys I've had problems with my go pro ranging from it rattling inside its case when riding to the bracket holding it to the mount breaking. the new mount cost me $7 plus $9 postage(what a rip off)
I've tried bubble rap to stop the rattle but that hasn't worked
any suggestions?>>>>...