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Shimano MT65 Tubeless wheels - any experiences?
2012 resolution - go tubeless.
anyone had any luck with these wheels? Whats the deal with centrelock/6-bolt wheels, if I run centrelock discs on a bike that was running 6-bolts, do the calipers need much alignment?
cheers
Alternative rear shock for '07 Trance
Was hoping for some advice from any tecnhical bike boffins out there.
The Fox Float R rear shock on my '07 Trance is beginning to display significant wear after years of considerable abuse. It has been a great piece of equipment, but it is time to do 1 of 3 things: replace, recondition or find an alternative.
I have tried to find exact replacements, but am having no luck online - not sure if the Float R is even made anymore (all seems to be RP2 or RP23).
I have sourced a place over east that can recondition the shock for about $250, but it still leaves me with the same shock.
Strange sounds on the converted single speed . . . .
OK,
A long time ago we converted our scale 40 to a single speed. Now running 44/16 with slicks as the commute bike.
Chain Lube
Just wanted some advice on Chain lube. I cleaned my bike this afternoon after doing a couple of laps around Awaba on the weekend and a lap around the Dam this arvo only to find my rear derailleur wheels, chain and cassette full of dirt and grit (yes I know I should have washed it after the weekend).
Given that Awaba was completely dry on the weekend and the were only a couple of puddles around the dam this arvo, I am thinking my current lube is attracting more dirt than it probably should. The lube I am using was suggested by my LBS as an alround lube for wet and dry conditions.
Thoughts on getting my bike Capital Punishment-ready?
Hi everyone,
I recently bought a Merida One-Twenty 500D full suspension bike, and I've been riding it regularily around the Blue Mountains ever since. I now signed up for Capital Punishment, a cross country enduro race near Canberra. I'm wondering if anyone has any advice on getting a bike ready for this race specifically. My main concern is the overall weight of my bike (currently 14.1 Kg) and getting the right tyres for the conditions I'll come across.
SRAM vs SHIMANO
Gday folks,
Happy New Year to you all!
I'm in the process of replacing my old Anthem X1 - 2006/7? and Im thinking of going down the Specialized route, but I know that is a separate debate itself. Stumpjumper FSR Comp 29er vs Anthem X1 29er . . . . ahhhh
Really what I would like to hear from is people who have ridden bikes with both SRAM and Shimano. I know the systems [shifting] feel/are different. What were/are your thoughts
Opinions on quality of the product and resilience are also appreciated.
Feel free to engage in the Giant v Specialized debate if you want, lol
Giant Trance X1 vs Specialized Camber Comp 26er
I have been looking at dual suspensions for a while and for my budget and riding style these two bikes fit in great. There isn't much difference in the specs both running Shimano SLX with Tektro hydraulic discs. I would like to ride this bike around Glenrock and eventually get into racing soon. Please help me decide which bike I should get. Also does the different position of the rear shock between the two bikes influence the riding? Here are the links to the two bikes.
Cadabra Vs Trance?
Hey Guys,
I am looking at getting a new bike and can't decide between the two. Is there anyone out there that has ridden both and can give me an idea of how they handle? I am looking at doing some XC racing but also enjoying bombing downhill on the weekends. Any thoughts would be appreciated.
groupset weights
wanting t upgrade groupset & cant find the weight differences ,have 2010 deore 3x9 & wanting 2012 Xt 3x10 .Is there much difference between cassettes ,cranks & brakes ? weight weenies dosnt have much info ,any help would b much appreciated :~)
Frame up 29er HT build
My new big wheeled baby is coming together nicely. I've incorporated several new idea's & technologies that I've not used before so this rig will be a bit of a testing ground for me.
Project outline: 29er hardtail that will be fast enough to race but durable enough to take the Kalamunda drops & rocks. (Tyres exempt)
Budget: Approx $2000
Spec:
Frame - On One Scandal 29er 19.5" interchangeable drop out with taper headset. 1.6kg*
Fork - RS Reba pop lock 120mm (can reduce to 100) with taper steerer & 20mm through axle. 1.8kg
