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4 hours ago, madmarc said:Been threatening to do that - But i fear i'll need a triplset first
I have one for you 😀
9 minutes ago, madmarc said:Constructive input - Thanx
So what woudl you change on the WC from the components on the other bikes ?
What is this WC you speak of?
Which licence is required for the league? This one?
Looking for a 31.6mm Colnago seatpost for my EP please?
I bought my Silca wax from https://frictionworx.co.za. I used the bottle shake method with turpentine followed by degreaser then acetone. I dropped chain in a ultrasonic cleaner after to see if it did even more cleaning to my surprise there was no more dirt. If your chain is super dirty 1st clean with degreaser to save your turpentine. I cleaned with turpentine until the liquid wasn't cloudy anymore. I wanna try the drop lube from Silca for maintenance between waxes when chain is dirty. I melted my wax in a glass jar in boiling water on gas stove.
Just saw a message of a cyclist knocked down on M5 at Kromboom turnoff. From reports there was blanket thrown over cyclist. Major impact to windscreen of car.
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2 hours ago, Paul Ruinaard said:i love the analogy.
It's a bit like taking out a purebred and feeling the responsiveness and willingness to run - just you aint the rider you used to be. Very torn about it but the bike count in the garage is ratcheting up and its really nothing but a wall ornament. I did all my racing on it and it has a sentimental connection to PB's and putting hurt in to bunches, but I can feel its not going to be a patch on my Roubaix in terms of comfort. Back and Neck - agreed. Stiff as a plank....
Anyone interested in my old racing machine - i even bought a brand new 10 speed campag cluster and chain as they were getting scarce which i would happily throw in
Post some pics already
On 11/9/2023 at 9:54 AM, Claire David said:Hi everyone!
I am Claire from Canada and just arrived in Cape Town.Perhaps it may be too late to sign up for the DC 2023 but if by chance a team is missing a rider, I would love to join!
I have done triathlon competitions in the past (amateur/Landesliga-level in Hamburg), some bike races (Cyclassics 160 km) and during the pandemic enjoyed long rides of 280 - 320 km either solo or drafting in a group. Feel free to contact me if you want to know more about my level. Thanks!Strava: Claire-Anne David
Check the Old Mutual Wealth Double Century Strava club for teams needing a rider or 2.
5 minutes ago, Jono said:I did the steam wand upgrade on my gaggia. Much nicer. Got it from theespressoshop.co.uk it’s basically the rancilio Silvia wand
My next upgrade will hopefully be https://www.shadesofcoffee.co.uk PID with pressure guage and top box.
Just now, hillel said:Where did you find the Pullman basket ?
Had a friend send it over from NZ with family. You can order directly from Pullman AUS as well.
1 hour ago, babse said:How's life bean
It’s ‘bean’ really good. Upgraded to a bottomless portafilter with a Pullman precision basket. My 1Zpresso makes it easier dialling in the grind between brew types. I’m using Flat Mountain’s Heritage grind currently. Still practising how to steam milk perfectly but I’m getting there., The wand on the Gaggia is limiting for position
On 9/11/2023 at 9:56 AM, splat said:That is mind boggling
And wouldn't fit in my kitchen!
How's that grinder ?
It looks equally dazzling
https://weberworkshops.com/products/eg-1?variant=31624830386229
Thats a R74000 single dose grinder. Every week you can watch a review on what is the next endgame grinder or the Niche killer. It is beautiful and meticulously built though. Would have to buy a LM Micra or Mini to go with it
I got myself a Gaggia Classic as a start. Within 5 minutes of getting home I had installed a 9 bar OPV as it comes with a 15bar spring. Tx to @Meezo and @can on dale for referring me to www.latteart.co.za who sorted me out and now just to wait for my grinder already on order. I'm sure I'm gonna be back there soon to pimp my machine out further. Now just to learn how to make coffee.
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Howsit. Anyone bought from https://onlinecoffeeshop.co.za based in Cape Town? Says they don't have stock or a showroom at their offices. I'm looking to get a Gaggia Classic as they have the best price so far. They have reviews on My Broadband from 2 years ago.
On 8/2/2023 at 8:20 AM, Chadvdw67 said:Good morning everyone, so I am looking to attempt learnig this coffee thing, I have found a Breville Barista Express, from what I have learned so far, they are a good machine to start learning on, it is a used machine, so would just like to see if anyone can give me a heads up on things to look out for? Also, the portafilter is missing, are they easily attainable at a reasonable price?
Thanks in advance for any tips and advice.
Checkout https://capecoffeebeans.co.za/search?type=product&q=Portafilter
I'm gonna stick to mechanical, simply because I can't afford EPS or the new wireless. I blame the new world order, even UAE equipped their Colnago's to Shimano.
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1 hour ago, DJuice said:https://www.velonews.com/gear/technical-faq-noisy-mavic-freehubs/
Happened twice with my set before I retired them.
Very interesting article thanks.
Dopers suck
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