Li Mu Bai

HORRIBLE

i wonder how it will survive rough terrain asscoiated with mtb. fine if you spend time on flat smooth surfaces, but bouncing about?

what a really strange request, are you kidding? its a forum, you have to sift your way through to find what you want, otherwise goto your LBS.

Rule of the Cog #5.

I think he means they roll better down hill than up...

Stupidity has no substitute...

still keen to do both.

dont bother, the Evo sidewalls are too thin to be trusted tubeless. Buy a set of Snakeskin tires for better peace of mind, and run them tubeless. The Ralf is a small block tire good for dry hardpack, if you find the front is a little sketchy, change it to something more aggressive like the Nobby Nic. Good tires, in the snakeskin version. The rim bead is quite loose, you can fit these tires by hand with no levers, so you shouldnt pump it less than 2 bar, or you may find the tire burping air and yourself eating dust.

Aaah, but combine the two and...

ouch

lol what for. if the wind is up, its tough enough, especially if you are racing with the vets.

Yes, thanks for a great event. A big improvement compared to the 1st event I took part in 2 years ago. The single loop route was challenging, not easy at all, lots of climbing and single track. Heard about some going astray, I did not have difficulties in following the route, only 1 missed turn that was quickly rectified. measured 43km on my Garmin. What was amusing was the very first school manned water table - 1.5 km from the start hahaha, they certainly made sure all were well hydrated! Enjoyed it thoroughly and will be back. Pity results are not tabled, it may be a good idea to get a timing system in for the next one.

If its boredom you want to beat then get a set of Tacx rollers. 100% concentration and ballance control for your whole training session, or you end up on your a$$. Once you get the hang of it you will be able to look up occasionally at the TV...

+1

does she do housework?

pfffft, get over it for heavens sake.

yah, for clothes and shoes, keep it local. the ubsurd import duties just dont make it worth the wait for our 1st class postal system to sort, process, loose, and delay the shipment.

will be my first, nervous anticipation.

+1. Mine get a wipe down after each ride, mostly when I wash my bike. big mud days, scrub with a brush, soap + water. A pair of overshoes/shoe covers also work well to limit the dust/mud on your shoes, and much easier to wash.

of course it it, otherwise no one would purchase it

haha +1

why not, gives you time to 'wear in' the water bottle and useful oversize branded plastic bag.

yup, leaving adverts up after the item is sold is poor form, and invites further unnecessary calls and inquiries. Deleting a sold item advert = good housekeeping. Buying something second hand will always have its risks as neither the buyer nor the seller cant predict the future lifespan of the item, and often inspecton by both parties wont reveal any hidden problems. Obviously if the seller witholds info and this can be proven, then the buyer has a case. Even then, it is still a battle to get the matter resolved. for me it is imperative that the buyer inspects the item properly and researches it properly (check sizes etc) so that he can be satisfied his new 'used' part/item will give him the value he has paid the reduced price for, as it is bought in 'as is' condition. Another important thing to remember on the Hub, its first pay first served. this nonsense about calling dibs without paying a deposit just doesnt work. Buyers will string sellers along for weeks with promises, and then change their minds or forget, or never complete the deal. So dont be disappointed if the item you are after is sold if you havent made payment or put in a deposit to secure it.

any reason for your sarcasm? perhaps you should have your eves checked or get reading glasses, as I clearly suggested keeping pedals level when passing over an obstacle, as a way to avoid smacking it if you had one foot down. the rest of us will keep pedalling whilst you practice your track stand...

The Spark has a high and low adjustment setting at the junction of the rear shock to the frame. this changes the centre of gravity (low) and the angle of the head tube. It comes set on low as standard. Change the small eliptical nut around to its high setting and you will raise the crank/bb height enough to avoid this problem. remember as with all dual suspension bikes 29" or 26", the flex of the bike caused by the rear shock can cause a pedal to hit an obstacle as you pass over it. you need to change riding style and mind your pedal strokes, or keep cranks levelled when passing over a tree stump type obstacle, regardless if its 29" or 26"