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Convert Front derailleur cabling from bottom pull to top pull
I'm thinking of converting my front derailleur from bottom pull to top pull. Well not actually converting the derailleur as that already supports both, but converting the cable routing on my bike.
However there are no cable mounting points on the top of the seat tube to secure the cable.
Is there any way of doing this? Any aftermarket clamps available that would clamp to the seat tube?
I see a lot of dirt under my bottom bracket where the existing cable is routed and believe the top pull would keep the cable out of this dirt. Or am I wasting my time doing this?
Suggestions anyone?
MTB in Mudgee
Hey,
I'm off to Mudgee in Easter and was wondering if there are any close by trails to the town centre??? and I am a bit lazy to drive back to Lithgow.
Need to do some DW training, if not the scummer will be going.
Andrew
Please respect the area
Guys & Gals,
Just want to point out a disturbing increase.
On sunday while riding an up and back on the Oaks, I had a mechanical the meant I was walking the last half of the single track, I punched through onto the Fire trail now what I noticed was an incredible amount of Gel wrappers, I picked up six (6) in about 2 ks.
What frustrates me about this is 1. the laziness and disrespect of someone dropping the wrappers, and 2. who needs to use them over this distance, we regularly ride up & back and find the only this we need is fresh cool water, the average age of our group is 48.
wanted...baby gate
noooooo, nothing like that, it's just that I have moved offices and can take my dogs to work but there are a couple of doors they can wander off to, especially if I am out of the room
Since I know loads of you have children I didn't know if anyone had a childproof gate or two that they no longer wanted...
A sad day for mtb, the loss of OBR
Damn despite a positive report and encouraging recommendations BMCC Councillors last night voted to close down the long established trails along side Old Bathurst Rd, Blaxland.
Standing alone in support was Clr Luccetti.
The construction and continued use of "Candy bar", a poorly constructed and thought out trail at Mt Riverview condemned by senior riders since it's creation, was a contributing factor in this decision and those riders responsible need to take a long hard look at themselves.
Wheelset found at manly Dam
As I was packing up tonight (Tuesday) I found a wheelset by the kerb. I would very much like to see it re-united whith its owner.
PM me or answer on this thred and we will ensure the wheels find its owner again.
Cheers,
Staffan
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Glenrock Volunteer Maintenance Day Pics from March 13, 2010
I thought this may be of interest to you guys. Of late we have been getting very active with the NPWS up here in actually getting in and maintaining the trail network.
We worked on a very difficult section of trail near the Treatment works known as “Shit Happens” and were working in conjunction with the NPWS, who have done a lot of machine work so far and will continue with this as an ongoing project.
Hot Laps - Suggestion
Do you think it would be a good idea to have a field in the Hot Laps section where the type/model/etc of bike can be indicated?
I'd like to know what hot laps are done on what bikes. I think it would be an interesting comparison.
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Ironhorse MK3
am looking at buying a new bike for more XC/trail riding as I currently have an Norco 6 one and would like something lighter and more suited to the possibilty of racing in future just so you know im about 192cm and 95kg. Has anyone got or experienced the Ironhorse MK3 comp if so any suggestions ? I have also been looking at the Scott spark 40/50 if anyone has any suggestions id appreciate it.
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Freeing Pistons
My rear Pistons seems to get stuck Closed (against the rotor). they go back in once pushed but get stuck closed again when braking. Was thinking about taking the pads out and cleaning behind and trying to spray a bit of lube behind the pads,
Without getting any near the pads as lube doesnt really aid stopping.
Would that be the right way to go about it or are seals or something going to need to be replaced?
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Possible New bike...
Hey everyone not that i'm getting a new bike just wanna see whats out there for me 
Any suggestions for a 6" trail rider ( i also like some big air and it would a duelie
Thanks
Jono
GS or SGS?
Hey Guys,
A few months ago I replaced my rear XT derailleur with a new M770 XT SGS (long cage). When comparing the two it looks like the cage on my new one is longer than my old one.
Looking at the Shimano site I can see that SGS is actually super long cage.
Since getting the new derailleur I have broken two hangers – one because a stick wound its way up through the lower jockey wheel. This lends me to think I need the shorter GS (medium cage) derailleur.
I run a 11-32 cassette and 3 rings up front.
What do you think?
Rotorua in winter
Planning a caravan of courage of the north island in July or August...
Is Rotorvegas still good during these months or is it snowed under or even worse, wet?
FOUND: Key
Found what looks like a house key on a red carrabina on Mona Vale Road. There is something particular about this key, let me know what it is and it's yours.
Europe holiday? "L'Eroica" classic bike event in Tuscany...
...this classic bike event looks worthy of a side trip to Tuscany...
"L'Eroica", a 200km randonneur in Tuscany that occurs every year in the first week of October.
Participants must use bikes no younger than 1987.
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Draft Warringah Bike Plan, Public Submissions Needed!
Draft Warringah Bike Plan will be on Public Exhibition: Saturday February 27 to Wednesday March 31, 2010
http://www.warringah.nsw.gov.au/comment/comment....
View the Draft Warringah Bike Plan and Bike Maps:
http://www.warringah.nsw.gov.au/comment/document...
The Draft Warringah Bike Plan and Bike Maps can also be viewed at the following locations during the public exhibition period:
Council's Civic Centre, 725 Pittwater Road, Dee Why
Warringah libraries: Dee Why, Belrose, Warringah Mall, Forestville and Terrey Hills
Have your say
SMH: Sydney: The city that hates bikes....
Sydney Morning Herald Article:
http://www.smh.com.au/nsw/sydney-the-city-that-h...
Research paper:
http://policy.rutgers.edu/faculty/pucher/PucherG...
My New Light :D
Home made light that I made. The cost is shown on the Jaycar receipt.
Welding was done by my dad using spare bits of metal we could find. Mild steel is awesome to bend and shape.
The spring comes out of my old broken derailleur.
I haven't tested them yet to see if the one light is enough (300 lumen)
Google Maps New Feature – Biking Directions
US only at the moment, maybe one day it will be available here in Aus
http://reviews.mtbr.com/blog/google-maps-new-fea...
Does anyone have a DT Swiss 240s rear hub?
If so, what lubricant do you use for the ratchets? DT Swiss say that normal grease is too thick and that you should use their ‘special grease’ which I understand costs more than $60 for a 20g tub (and is not readily available). Are you aware of any alternatives? Some posts on the web suggest that this grease is actually Dow Corning Molykote TP 42 which I have found can be purchased in Australia, however only in 1kg tins. Seems a waste to buy so much as it would last one bike about 1,000 years. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Which is the best Australian MTB magazine to buy???
Just getting into MTB
Which MTB magazine do you guys think is the best read?
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