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what garmin shall I buy ??
hI all
I am going to buy a Garmin and I would like some feedback on which one is best
I dont need the top of the range but I dont want some obsolete or basic model
I would like to see what km's etc I am doing and record my rides, I also use strava
not sure if I even need a heart monitor??
would buy second hand but needs to be newish
thanks
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carbon bikes
im about to buy a new bike, and was after some advice, some people are telling me to stay away from carbon,others are saying its the best, im thinking of getting the specialized epic comp in the carbon, and just want to know if anyone has this bike and what are there thoughts, and on carbon bikes in general,been told if you crash they break easy etc,also what warranty specialised bikes have on carbon bikes, any help would be great,
Rechargeable Canisters
Just a thought I had the other day, but does anyone know of a rechargeable CO2 canister out there on the market? All the ones I've seen are single-use, throw away jobs.
I'm thinking it wouldn't be that hard to make something about the size of a 40g cartridge that can be re-charged (to say 100-150 PSI) by using a floor pump just using regular air. That way you don't have to keep buying cylinders (and adding them to landfill), and you'd always have a free source of compressed air for either home or track use.
Bike for a friend.
Mate is looking to get into MTBing.
Cos he's MY mate I get to decide what he rides 
Ideally looking for a XC type dually, 100-130mm 26", up to $3k, can be 2nd hand, medium, preferably carbon.
I'd normally suggest something like a Giant Trance or Anthem, but they are all 29ers.
Whats good these days?
Thanks.
Cannondale prophet rear shock adjustment
Hey guys just wondering if anyone knows anything about adjusting the rear shock on a prophet? I'm a big guy and almost bottom it out just sitting on it. Cheers
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Bike Carrier
Hi guys,
I want your inputs and thoughts about this particular bike carrier, the pro's and con's, if it's really worth buying etc. Haven't seen a feedback online regarding on this carrier, so, i might try it here.
TIA.
Is anyone riding more hardcore /freeride type stuff on the new generation of long travel 29er yet?
Hi All
I am sold on 29ers being a fast way to cover ground & am convinced of their speed advantage especially on reasonably sucky ground (eg, a field, sand etc), however as an allround fun trail bike how do they compare?
I see the yanks are crossing up and getting some serious air on the new generation of 120 - 140mm 29er bikes from the likes of Santa Cruz & Pivot etc but is this just for the marketing men to show that they can do it or are trail riders buying these $5000- $10,000 bikes and giving them a serious thrashing?
Whitsunday National Park opened up for mountain biking by the Qld state goverment
Whitsunday National Park opened up for mountain biking
Published Date Written by Una McKay
Monday, August 06, 2012
Eco-tourism in the Whitsundays got a welcome boost today as National Parks, Recreation and Sport Minister Steve Dickson officially opened a new mountain biking trail in rainforest south of Airlie Beach.
Minister Dickson said the world famous Whitsunday Great Walk track through the Conway National Park would now function as a 36 kilometre dual walking and biking track, opening up the area to a new recreational activity.
What the SA state government is doing for MTB trails
Cycling a focus of new parks strategy in SA
Published Date Written by Tony Scott
News Release Minister Paul Caica
Minister for Sustainability, Environment and Conservation
Minister for Water and the River Murray Minister for Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation
Thursday, 22 November 2012
Cycling a focus of new parks strategy
Minister for Sustainability, Environment and Conservation Paul Caica today launched People and Parks, a long-term strategy to increase the use and enjoyment of the state’s national parks, marine parks and reserves.
What the Queensland state government is doing.
Mountain bike trails for Herberton Range State Forest
Published Date Written by Tony Scott
Minister for National Parks, Recreation, Sport and Racing
The Honourable Steven Dickson
Thursday, September 20, 2012
Mountain bike trails for Herberton Range State Forest
National Parks, Sport and Recreation Minister Steve Dickson has announced $250,000 will be invested in creating more mountain bike trails in far north Queensland.