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reading all the comments made my day! I fly rc Jets and just bought an expensive mtb - so I'm in double trouble. Every good hobby has the exact same problems I think. Only 2 types of Hubbers, those whom acknowledge their addiction and those who are in denial.

Hi guys What are your thoughts on doing a full 3M Vinyl wrap of a new MTB? Does it last and is it worth it? Lastly any companies or persons in Bellville/Durbanville area that does it? Thanks

Pathetic

The bike can handle it. I had a 36T on my previous Epic after switching to 1x12 but this was with GX. If I buy a new bike I expect it to atleast come with the gear ratio of my choice. They basically just swop it out and keep the smaller chainring in stock again.

Thanks guys. Yes spot on Knersboy. Seriously disgusted that Spez would then go and put SlX on a R80k bike. If it was still 1x11 no problem. But 1x12 they surely had to consider that there are people capable of using the 36T upfront. This allows for greater range of the cassette in my case.

Hi guys. Looking to buy the 2021 Epic Comp spez. Prob is this bike comes fitted with SLX drive train 1x12. Now I can only go up to a 34T upfront. This is a massive waste as it has 51T cog at back. Will never get to use this. Use to ride a 34T upfront on Sram 1x11 with 10x42 cassette. Any advise what to do now? Can I let them fit a 36T Xt chainring or would it require to upgrade the crankset to XT also?

drop the front derailleur!

Weather predictions not looking great at this moment. Looks like it might be a mud fest or tri-athlons instead if that much rain falls as predicted...

There are pros and there are ex dopers. Only difference between the two is the one was caught out!

Was a tough 800m of climbing with those deep sandy roads!

Trailtag is pathetic. Still zero results out

thanks, yes would one day do it again. Very scenic route, and a nice change from staying local.

Top of the pass

Hope this works. https://www.strava.com/activities/1580218851/embed/3ddc2730f469e06a84dbec4bfaa881e1982bb1f8

Happy to report my MTB took me all the way to Robertson via Du Toitskloof Pass in a solo effort. Had a full lane to myself aal the way to the Rawsonville turn off. Bit of strong wind from back of Durbanville to top of the pass. But from Rawsonvile had a very pleasant ride. 160km and 7hours in total. Had a lekker lunch at a Cellar just before Rawsonville. Was a experience and a half. Only two corners on the pass going up was not so nice with zero shoulder. So make sure nothing is behind you around these two corners if possible.

Thanks guys, some very good info. Ill make use of it. Regards

Hi all Has anyone on here ever ridden their bikes from Bellville or surrounds to Robertson? Planning to do so this coming Friday. Recon with my mtb I'll ride as much gravel next to the shoulders over the the Pass and then the short section to the Rawsonville turn off on the N1. 145km according to google maps. Should be some good miles for the upcoming races! Karl

I also agree CWC service and after service is horrible.

Managed a 3:03 from 2A on my Silverback Storm with tubeless Ikons. 1st in group so hopefully get better seeding for next time! Was an awesome experience and good weather.

I have the Silverback Storm 2013 model also. Completed the Wine 2 Whales with it no issues. I have a 2.1 Maxis Crossmark on the rear. It does leave small marks on both sides of the frame. Recon it wont cause any problems. My team mate has the exact same bike which has done about 4000km to date easy with no issues. Also rubs a bit on frame on up stays. U can get the m now for R26000 at Cycle lab!! Best value for a good looking bike. Really a excellent ride. And good back up from local agent in Cape Town.

scary stuff!! Buy XT, never had an issue with them.

Just came back from the Ride event. Conditions were very very good. Few mud patches, bike only required a wash and lube on all 3 days. The Race guys should have the exact same conditions. Was my very first stage race and had a blast. Will return again and again. The food and atmosphere was top class.

Hi guys Looking for a rare earth magnet (ring type preferred) for my cadence sensor – OD of 12mm with a minimum thickness of 3mm and max 7mm. Anynoe willing to sell me a single one or know of a supplier locally please let me know. Thanks Karl 0843507272

Thanks guys

what about threaded nipples? Dont I need that at the end of the tubing?