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  1. hihello
    I'd seriously suggest the Merida One Forty 700, Goes new for 31k. I don't think you can get better spec for the price elsewhere. The reviews on it are also great. A buddy of mine has one and he is seriously enjoying it. The guys at Bike-addict stock them but reckon your local merida dealer could organise one for you.
  2. hihello
    I would seriously recommend that Merida One Forty 800, the spec to price ratio on it is brilliant and it has great reviews. A buddy of mine got one recently and it goes really well. Another option could be the new Silverback Surface or Slider LT in a similar price range, but seriously that Merida is a winner.
  3. hihello
    Another seriously good trail bike for the money would be a Merida One-forty from the guys at Bike-addict, or the Silverback surface in the 30k range I'm not sure how much the Titan goes for tbh
  4. hihello
    That sounds like a great idea. I reckon if you're going for the alu version, it might be worthwhile going for the Alu Comp version that has the upgraded suspension for not too much extra in price, I also think that the Maxxis rubber may be better on the Comp version.
  5. hihello
    Apart from a banger headache and a taste of Autumn harvest crackling in your mouth
  6. hihello
    Ah yes I see now, but would plus be better for wet and muddy conditions that OP is wanting the plus for? Possibly putting the minion on the back and getting something like a Mary 2.35 or Butcher 2.6 for the front could be better anyways
  7. hihello
    If I was you I'd seriously consider this Merida One-Forty 600 from the guys at Bike-addict https://bike-addict.co.za/collections/bicycles/products/merida-one-forty-600-2017 . At R24k I don't think you'll find a better spec for the price. Those Mattoc forks are highly rated and the rest of the parts don't seem like anything would need changing.... wide bars, short stem, dropper, 1x and decent rubber, seems to tick the boxes. I haven't seen or ridden one but saw the add when was looking for a bike for my Brother. Might be worth a look and I think the guys do free shipping
  8. hihello
    What sort of price would we be looking at for the MagLocks?
  9. hihello

    Flat pedals

    hihello replied to igg's topic in Buyer’s Advice

    Has anyone tried the FirstAscent free rider shoes? My xc shoes are on their last legs and was thinking of trying those free riders with the possibility of trying some flats to work on some skills but with the fallback of going back to my trail pedals if the flats don't work out?
  10. hihello

    Flat pedals

    hihello replied to igg's topic in Buyer’s Advice

    Has anyone tried the FirstAscent free rider shoes? My xc shoes are on their last legs and was thinking of trying those free riders with the possibility of trying some flats to work on some skills but with the fallback of going back to my trail pedals if the flats don't work out?
  11. hihello
    That external routing Lynne looks very similar to the TransX which I currently have and I must say that I'm very impressed. Haven't had any issues so far. Could very possibly come from the same factory.
  12. hihello
    I got myself a 661 recon the other day and I'm very happy with it, but did also try the new Giant Rail helmet yesterday and it seems like a great lid for the money and the reviews seem good.
  13. hihello
    I use a roof rack, find it much more convenient because it us there all the time, no issue of finding where to store the rack or being able to get into the boot etc. On your Merc it will be easy to get it on and off in terms of height. I do the CT-East London trip 4 times a year with my bike and it works like a charm, fuel efficiency difference is minimal. Check other options if racks aswell, holdfast and Rihno rack are also good Options. I'm personally using the VW bike rack on a tuhle wing bar on a Nissan and works perfectly.
  14. hihello
    Had the same issue a couple years back eating tar when still was Longboarding, plate and screws worked well, don't even realise they are there anymore. You'll be out for approx 2 months. Don't try do too much too soon as it will put you back for longer. Heal up well man, at least you'll get really good at doing everything one handed
  15. hihello
    Needing me some new stompers
  16. hihello
    The rock garden out at Grabouw is also a option
  17. hihello
    Also looking at a few pairs, how does the thickness compare to the ESI Extra Chunky's? Would much rather go local!
  18. hihello
    I'm having the same issue of finding a shim. Has anyone tried the beer can shim? Does it not end up scratching the dropper? Or has anyone found stock of a 30.9-31.6 shim? Although the excuse for more beer has never been needed
  19. hihello
    Quick question what is this trail called? Thought I had ridden most of the jonkers trails but this doesn't look familiar. Thank
  20. hihello
    If you do end up going the action cam route, Take a look at the new Garmin Virbe elite, its what I would buy if it was around when I got my Gopro. It has a built in display and gps so along with Garmin's editing software you can show the tracks you riding, speeds, heading bearings etc. A few buddies have been using them for downhill skating and the footage looks great. Added bonus is that it is already water proof so no need to worry about the housings etc which I find a pain with the goPro, but thats my 2 cents worth.
  21. hihello
    I will be, will be back home in Beacon bay for holiday, we could maybe meet up at 3 silos or I hear there is a new route at crossways we could try if you'd like some ride buddies
  22. hihello
    I've been riding a 29er ht(only mtb I have) there for the past few months on most of the trails. would definitely love a dually with some more travel( hopefully will have one by Jan) . My opinion would be to take the trance with the travel, would just be more fun , but then again thats my opinion without having riden either there
  23. hihello
    I'd really like to join if possible, I'll be back in EL by then for varsity holiday
  24. hihello
    it was shaped by lampz shapes back in EL(great shaper by the way) in the pic it looks alot shorter and plumper than it is. its got a fuller nose and a bit of with into the round pin with thruster set up(wish it was a quad) but with the extra thickness it paddles into waves well ,, definately something to look for if you wanting a new stick... i think they call them evo pods or hybrids or something along those lines
  25. hihello
    Hi Rocket-Boy, I see you also from good old slummies, I now spend my time down in stellies but do a bit of mtbing when back home, if you looking for the non dirt roadie stuff go treat yourself for a few rides out at 3 silos mtb farm(on the road to Stut about 8km outside Beacon bay) they have a two routes 22km and 18 km if memory serves correct or otherwise there is a few other options, check here http://ecmtb.co.za/ for some route options. Hope this helps
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