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Fit a dropper post and ride it. Replace bits and pieces as they wear out or break.

It's the same post as the TransX EDP01. Review below: Review: TranzX EDP01 Wireless Electronic Dropper Post - Pinkbike

Regular delivery option. Last order came through SAPO. The latest one appears to be with a Chinese courier

Ordered a few things from AliExpress. Their shipping time estimates seem to be getting a lot better than a couple years back. You may have to deal with your bank, who could block the transaction as being suspicious. But it is usually a quick fix over the phone. I went through the process on Monday. Awaiting some Shimano brake bladders

It was on the Italian channel on DSTV last year IIRC Edit: RAI is the channel

Trek Top Fuel. Gen 3 if you are leaning more towards marathon and XC, Gen 4 if you are leaning more towards trail riding. Can also throw in the Pyga Tig as a good option as well

When it comes to a second hand bicycle, that is a moot point. The KTM bicycle is decent spec. I had an older version of one a few years ago. Solid bike for commuting

Google says the Versa can broadcast HR, depending on the model. I’d suggest getting an HR pod like a Polar H10 as a better option. Has Bluetooth (two connections) and ANT+ and is compatible with basically everything

But they love cycling and their ads say they have it all??

Shred Shed is solid. The owner, Hamilton, is a top guy. I’ve no problems in recommending his store

Drove past this on the day. Looked very bad. The front of the car was badly mangled and the old lady who was driving it was in a state. Hope both cyclists recover.

Are you talking about the 35mm SID? I had one for a while on my Top Fuel. Honestly performed way better than I expected it to (72kg odd rider on a variety of trails). I tried the stock damper and the Raceday damper and was equally impressed with both of them. I eventually swapped the SID for a Pike as I wanted to go 130mm up front on the Top Fuel. If I had to choose between a Fox 34 with a Fit 4 damper and the SID, I'd go SID every day of the week. It is just plusher and more comfortable to ride. Fox34 with a Grip 2 vs the SID would be a tougher choice. Just be aware that the first gen of these updated SID forks have well documented issues with loose bushings.

Cetaphil Gel (NOT the lotion). Doesn't run off with sweat and does a great job in protecting from burns: Cetaphil Sun Spf50+ Gel 200ml | Dis-Chem

Sounds like the bike just needs a bit of TLC from a decent mechanic, not a new groupset

You won’t regret it. Indoor training is great for your fitness 👍🏻