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Skewers - Hex versus RWS
Having to replace a skewer, seems there are some alternatives to std QR for a more solid ride.
Anyone tried a Hex/Allen skewer or a DTSwiss RWS ... aside from the Hex convenience issue ... ? Is there any noticeable improvement in stiffness (for xc / all mountain riding) ??
Bike for Anaconda this Year
Hey All,
I'm doing the Anaconda this year for the first time. I'm doing the bike leg as part of a group.
Have done some road racing & time trialing, this is my first crossover to MTB.
Looking for suggestions for decent entry level bikes, for this race and for the odd adventure race afterwards.
cheers!
Nomilknosugar
Rear derailleur upgrade - suggestions pls
Hi, I recently bought a 2011 Trance X3. Absolutely brilliant thing, particularly compared to the 1994 Merida with Mag 10s which was my old trusty (finally worn out).
But, the rear derailleur is a Shimano SLX - seems really slow and clunky compared to the old (1994) XTR.
Admittedly, its a much bigger number of teeth on the rear cluster with this one (not sure, but 36 versus 32?).
So, question is, can I upgrade to something better - faster changing and with less clanging and grinking? Without spending all my savings (ie. is there a value proposition here)?
Advice much appreciated.
tubless rims
anyone used cross ride rims tubless does it work does the tire stay on any info would be a great help....thanks.. 
Removal of handle bar end plugs
I unscrewed the centre screw loosened my lock on grips as I want to swop my break leaver and gear changer over but can't budge the plastic plug on the end. Is it screwed into the bar or just bashed into it? Well got it removed. Partly removed screw then tapped it in. Then prized off the plug. Thanks to a very good Mtb friend. I owe you a beverage Sat.
Removing de-threaded cleat screw
So I stupidly dethreaded one of the screws of the cleat with my allen key when trying to unscrew it. I've tried many different allen keys and all of them turn without turning the screw.
Tried to drill a hole thru with different bit sizes, different speeds, even tried hammer mode - seems impossible to drill those screws which are tough to drill in!
Any tips on how to remove the screw please ? Maybe I should try a more powerful drill but then there's the danger of damaging the plates on the shoes 
Tom
Kids on bikes? Seat or Trailer?
I'm about to introduce my Wife & 16 month old daughter to the joys of riding. I tease my wife that our daughter will be a future downhill world champion 
No trails as yet... just riding on local paths like Narabeen lakes.
Has anyone else got their family, including young kids, into riding? If so I'm interesting in bike seat vs. bike trailer.
I can see some pro's an con's for both. What have others found or am I a NobMob pioneer?
Bike seat - pros...
More invovled in the experience
Can be permanently attached to the wifes bike
Cheaper tha trailer
Bike Seat - cons
Ummm another bike
Well did a dude day today helped Kingy with the trailer mods.Did swing past Blackmans to see if the drop posts are in yet and damn I walked out with a 2012 Giant Reign 1 so done a few set up things ready for a quick run tomorrow at winmalee.
Fox FIT cartridge marks
I pulled apart my Fox 36 TALAS RC2 forks tonight to replace the semi bath oil in the lowers.
I found the below markings on the black section of the FIT cartridge. Is this wear or is this just nothing? I'm assuming it is not wear as the diameter of the black section is a lot smaller than on the silver FIT cartridge so shouldn't rub on anything.
Any ideas? Any need to be concerned? Thanks
Bash guard advice
Got a decent hit on my calf from the chain ring last weekend and thinknig about getting a bash guard to prevent it happening again.. Can anyone help me with some decent advice on what to go for (that will fit the bike) and where to get it?
Bike: Stock 2011 Giant Anthem x1
Thanks for the help