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help with pedals
i got some new pedals. and the old ones on the bike seem to have rusted on in the 2 yrs there been on there, i have tryed everything i know, wd-40, freeze spray stuff, 3 people holding the bike down while i try and undo it and a 4 foot pole on the end of the spanner, it didnt end well the spanner snapped and i went crashing forwards(it shows to pay alot when you buy tools not cheap crap) the last option i been thinking of is heating it up, but this may cause more problems itself.
is there a tool to undo them. or what have you done in this time
Avid Elixir CR
Has anybody got a set of the new Avid Elixir CR Brakes ?
My new Anthem X1 had a shop upgrade to these and seem to have air in the line issues with both front and back since new , one month now !! They have been bled twice and back in the shop now for round three to be picked up monday . If anyone has heard reports please let me know
Leaky rear shock - service or replace?
As the title suggests I am loosing pressure in my rear shock, a fox float R. It's on my 04 Stumpjumper and will be coming up to 5 years of abuse this year. It is a very gradual thing but its a pain. Is it worth servicing? or getting a new one? Looks like I need a new wheel set too so it could be a costly time especially seeing as I actually want to buy a new bike, Mountain and Road.
Newbie help appreciated re. MTB choice
Hi
Just rode a dual susension mountain bike for the first time and am hooked!!
I'd appreciate any recommendations for a first purchase. I'm 5'9", weigh about 95kgs & am a novice rider.
At the moment, I intend to ride off road (manly dam etc) nothing too radical.
My budget is limited to about $2000 or a bit over. One bike I am considering is a Gient 2009 Anthem X2 new for about $2200.
Any info or recommendations would be appreciated. Thanks.
Adjusting rear derailleurs - aka "More stuff I should know how to do"
So, every time I get my bike serviced it shifts gears really smoothly - until I actually take it for a ride...
anyone know a spray painter who would spray a bike frame?
i want to re spray a hardtail frame of mine and need a pro job done on it. Does anyone know of a good spray painter who would take the job of painting it a single colour. I'd prep it and undercoat it then take it away for new decals then bring it back for the clear coat. I'd do it myself but its a very nice frame and want a very nice job done.
New Yeti models released
New Yeti models unveiled for 2009 - Our Rides
Looks like the orange 575 has been phased out. Hurray, I have exclusivity 
"I want that one"
http://www.santacruzbicycles.com/blurxc_carbon/
4.2lb for a medium frame including shock
22lb for a full build....mmmmmmmm
Anyone using one of these pacific bike carriers?
Hi there,
We have been looking around for a decent bike tow bar mounted bike rack and willing to spend up to $200. We have been seeing these racks at quite a few bike shops and they appear to be constructed well and are not too pricey.
My main concern is the velcro straps coming undone or wearing out over time and then not holding the bikes as well. Has anyone used one of these racks and could odder an opinion?
Also at the same time could anyone offer any other suggestions for a carrier around that price?