I have a set of Chinese Carbon Wheels and use the Blue Lifeline Carbon Brake Pads http://www.wiggle.co.uk/lifeline-performance-carbon-road-brake-inserts-pack-of-4/
They work pretty well, but are there any other pads people use that they think are better for reducing heat build up in the rims...
Looking at getting an adjustable seat post for the Trance.
There are a few available eg. Rock Shox Reverb, Crank Bros Joplin, KS Dropzone and the Gravity Dropper. I am also aware that Giant have their own model which I believe is similar to a RS Reverb (but I cant locate anyone that will sell...
Giant Trance X2 OR Avanti Torrent 2
I have the choice of either bike for the same price, but are having a bit of trouble making up my mind which one to get.
I already own a Anthem which I race occasionally but want something with a bit more 'fun factor' for recreational riding.
The kind...
Item: 26 inch rear wheel, 150mm hub, 12mm axle
Location: Adelaide
Price range/Willing to Pay: up to $100 depending on condition
Extra Info: may consider a set of wheels if price is right.
Hi,
I have a an old Craftworks DHR208 im doing up and buying a new rear shock and spring. Im looking at a Fox Van R 2009, (222mm - 70mm stroke). What would be the best pound spring for a 80kg rider? 300, 350 or 400?
Any help would be appreciated.
Running old Dura Ace brakes with Koolstop pads mounted to a carbon Tarmac with Fulcrum 5's.
When I am descending at speed and use the rear brake to slow or 'brake check' into a corner I get a fine vibration (and sometimes squeaky noise) that feels like the pads are sticking to the rim a bit...
I am interested in other peoples views on a fellow competitors actions during a recent road race. For what ever reason there were only 4 people in my category in a 105 km race. I assumed we would all work together in such a small bunch and then with 5, 10 or 20kms to go the racing and real...
Item: Giant XTC Team 07 OS model 19 inch
Location: Adelaide
Item Condition: very good
Reason for selling: do not use I have upgraded to 08 Anthem
Price and price conditions: $1750 ONO neg. plus shipping
Extra Info:
Fox RLC forks (full rebuild with new 'endura seals')
Sram XO rear d...
Dept. for Environment and Heritage in South Australia are currently preparing a Trail Plan for Mt Remarkable National Park.
Mountain Bikes are currently banned from using any of the trails, fire tracks and vehicle management tracks in the park and given its connection with Melrose (the SA...
I saw a 'how to' article in a MTB mag a while back on how to service your Fox RP23 rear shock, but I cant remeber where i saw it. Does anyone know of a website or something with a step by step of how to service your own RP23? Help would be appreciated as the Fox website doesnt seem to give that...
When i click on links to pinkbike vids everything is there except the actual video (theres just a blank white space) any help would be appreciated.
I have tried registering a pinkbike user account and that is not working, it just keeps 'loading' for ever! :confused:
THE FOXY 1000 has been done and won at Adelaides Fox Creek. 4 x 25 km Laps with just over 1000m climbing on each lap it was a bloody hard race.
Brett Anderson took out the solo male in 6 hours and 46 minutes
Tristan Bennett took out the solo male single speed in 7 hours and 40 mins...
I ride an Anthem 0 and love it, even during a tough race I am thinking to myself 'shit this is a really good bike'.
Anyhoo I have had trouble finding a good bottle cage that suits the positioning of the cage mounting holes to the rear shock mounts. I have a crappy/ugly one that fits but would...
Item: NEW Maxxis DH Tubes in boxes
Location:Adelaide
Item Condition:New in boxes
Reason for selling:Not required
Price and price conditions:$5 each
Extra Info:26 x 2.5, schrader valves
Pictures: if you really need em...
Just found out that the world champs were in Adelaide on the weekend about 5 minutes from my house, didnt know a thing about it, fkd off i missed it!!
Whos responsible for promoting this stuff??
Was it just crap journalism in Adelaides terrible newspaper 'The Advertiser', or did Sam Hill and Tracy Hannah not win any awards or recognition at last nights (Friday 14 December) Australian Cycling Awards :confused:
Tell me it aint so...:mad:
What: 80 - 100mm, disc specific, XC forks, skewer hub
Price range/Willing to Pay: up to $250
Location: Adelaide
Extra Info: Not after anything too fancy. For wifes XC bike/my commuter.
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