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Hope matchmakers. Will need to check compatibility. I know they do one for the XTR shifters I have. XT shouldnt be a problem. Im almost 100% sure you can get a secondhand set for around R3000. Just a matter of finding them.

indeed. If you want to get a feel for the Race X2 let me know. You are welcome to try my bike with them fitted. I did upgrade the hoses to braided and I'm running 203mm rotors but you should get a very good idea if you like them or not.

R3780 shipped from Merlin Cycles. Also check with Jason at International Trade. He might have a secondhand set or maybe even know of a set.

Can of worms... Officially opened

I know that feeling. After cracking the ceramic piston twice on the front XTR Race brakes I got super gatvol and went to Hope. Never looked back. Havn't touched them in almost 2 years. Original brakepads and they get hammered hard on rides to stop my 100kg ass and 16kg bike.

I really hate being "that" guy but seriously look at the Hope Race X2. Can be found online for around that price if you shop smart. Otherwise go for the SLX.

Vryf daai groen koekie goed in. (Sounds so wrong) Unfortunately it does work. You can also use something called Oxy-brite. Spray on and rub in good. Let soak for an hour before washing. Other option is to do what I do, give it to your mom to wash when you go visit.

Congrats. I've always loved that colour. Makes for a beautiful bike with a black carbon fork.

http://www.justmountainbikes.co.uk/media/ecom/prodxl/Tech%203%20V4%20-%20N%20-%20Braided%20Hose%20-%20RH.jpg

Try the mail. I did get through very quickly on the landline number this morning but I held for a while before somebody from customer services answered.

Is that your Superstar order? Mail them on JIMCCustomerServices@postoffice.co.za I did that last night and Corli replied this morning.

Only in France. Don't take them there.

The Kaisers are really nice but could be overkill unless the build is for a pure DH bike. Look at the Hans Dampf SG. Perfect for the spruit and everything else in Gauteng. Sheds mud quite well and grips pretty damn well. Otherwise look at Rubber Queens or WTB Bronsons. Related to the topic. How do you guys rate the Superstar rims?

I've heard some scary stories about Royal Mail but unfortunately it was the only shipping option available from Merlin Cycles. Your item, posted on 31/10/13 with reference RU.......GB has been passed to the overseas postal service for delivery in SOUTH AFRICA I take it that means it has shipped to SA already and that I need to find a local tracking number for it?

Would explain why it worked. Waiting on USPS

On-One Inbred Singular Swift Contraband Ritchey P29 You actually have a lot of options.

It just became a softail. Looks like a warranty claim to me

That is the one bit on the bike I would leave to a good mechanic to sort out. Happy to tinker with my own bike but I just don't feel comfortable telling you to try stuff on a part that can break.

Exactly what another hubber was experiencing with his Yeti. Up and down the street it was fine but as soon as the terrain changed a bit he would experience the skipping. His was on the upper range of the cassette though but still happened.

My advice would be to check the derailleur hanger. A bent hanger is very likely to cause this behavior. Also run through all the links in the chain to make 100% sure you don't have a stiff one somewhere. Just to be sure.

How is this relevant to the thread/ How can you tell if it is too short? Doesn't look too short at all.

A wheel is only as strong as the person who built it so whoever builds it should know what he is doing. Spank Spike rims on Hope hubs. Light and strong. You won't be disappointed.

US or UK? Who did they ship with. Sitting with 2 orders of jewelry for the UK that hasn't arrive since beginning October.

I agree 100%. Would love to see this grow to be all over SA!

Recent conversations with Uni, divernick and Tumbleweed got me thinking about my annual charity drive around the 24 Hour at Van Gaalens. Last year I was able to raise just over R5000 for the F.O.R.A. This year I plan to do the same except the initiative will live beyond the 24 hour. Most us of grew up in homes where at some point you got your first bicycle as a birthday of christmas present. I am a firm believer that all children should be given the opportunity to have a bicycle at some point in their lives. This year I plan on raising funds as well as donations of all bicycles, push-bikes, JD Bugs, Plastic Scooters etc that will be cleaned up, serviced and then passed on to deserving households as presents for their children. The second part will be to teach children how to ride their bicycles. This is still just an idea in infancy and will be expanded on as soon as I have a little time to think about it more. Any suggestions of help will be greatly appreciated.