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cranks
i entered the 50/50 race on the weekend in perth training as usally before the event feeling confident on beating last years time only to come in 25min behind it.reason for this is obvious if i try & turn the cranks they feel extreamly dry & dont spin freely backwards my Q.is it a minor or a major fix...
'Knocking' noise - full suspension
My Scott Genuis has developed a knocking noise from the rear end. It only happens on the trails and seems worse when the suspension is in full travel mode (it's quite infrequent when the shock is locked out).
When the shock was serviced it had new bushes and bolts installed. I have also check the bottom bracket, greased the seatpost, checked the pedals, brake rotors, cassette etc. I cannot recreate the 'knock' by shaking the bike, lifting the rear end up (as you would expect with a shock mount problem).
KHS XCT-536 FULL SUSPENSION
hi guys i was doing some internet browsing across the general mountain bike gear websites such as torpedo 7 and came across this bike, I'm not knowledge of the brand and build quality of the bikes, has anyone had any dealings with khs.
the bike wouldn't be used as a purpose trail bike but for $900 i would probably use it for the commute and the odd trail ride instead of using the trance, id much rather a khs be stolen.
any comments, opinions and advice would be greatly accepted
Chain jumping
Not sure if anyone else has this problem but when I go quickly down a rough downhill section of trail, I go to pedal at the bottom and the chain has jumped from the middle ring down to the granny and occasionally jumps off the front rings all together. This seems to happen about 50% of the time and is now getting quite irritating. Is there something I can do to stop the happening? The chain and cassette are slightly worn now but they have done this from new, I upgraded to a better chain than originally on the bike, to no avail.
Sammy's new bike thread- Mountaincycle San An 2.0 and Zen II
After a loooooooong wait, the first of my two new frames turned up this week and is mid build. Just need a front mech and a 38/26 chain ring combo for the front and we are all sweet to roll. Fortunately the trails are wet so I don't feel like I am missing anything on the riding front.
So here is new bike #1, the Mountaincycle San An 2.0. Most of the build came from the MC Battery donor bike. The frame has 6.5" of travel and is overkill for glenrock, but it should be a smooth ride.
Surly Pugsley has a day out at the beach
I came across this nice vid by DJ off the Seabreeze forum - worth a watch.
The new 'Look' MTB Catalogue
Just a random post I thought might be of interest to some...
I was out riding* today and came across these guys at two separate locations purely by chance. Took a few snaps very quickly as didn't want to annoy the pro. Although second time I spoke to them and turns out they were shooting for the new 'Look' MTB catalogue. The LBS here has a few of these bikes in store and they look uber-bling. Can't say I am a fan of the propriety stem mind 
Site is here in case you wonder what I'm talking about:
Bleeding 2012 XT Brakes
I saw a video a few weeks back on the internet somewhere that demonstrated how to bleed 2012 XT brakes but I can't seem to find it again. Does anyone know where I can find one?
Cheers
Specialized Stumpjumper carbon comp 29er vs Giant XtC composite 0 29er
Hi guys
Im instrested in going a hardtail 29er. Ive looked at reviews for these two bikes (Specialized Stumpjumper carbon comp 29er vs Giant XtC composite 0 29er) and im just inquisitive about what people say which is the better bike (strengths, weaknesses)
Any suggestions would be greatful
Knee/Shin Guards for XC
Due to failing healing and reaction times, I am seeking a little advice.
I (sadly) only ride XC now. Occasionally though, enthusiasm exceeds ability and I find myself nursing shredded shins/knees.
Aside from recommendations on learn-to-ride schools, could you please suggest suitable knee/shin guards. Priorities:
1 - Comfortable on longer XC rides
2 - Cool & Light
3 - Discreet (Not looking like I think I ride DH)
Tips (if acceptable by this site) on where to purchase (ideally online) would be great.
Cheers.