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  1. I bought my 12t from Torq zone in Doorn Kloof. cant remember the price but it wast an arm or leg. I have been running my 39T (standard from my 105 group set) up front with a 12T at the back. it isn't the (magic) set as I needed a chain guide to keep the chain tout. haven't looked back since and I keep on pissing on a couple of roadies egos....
  2. Only try this if you are checking out ratios. I did it and every time I stand and put more power it will slip off. My chain was 101% aligned and still it came of. The problem is that those wheels are designed to either climb or drop the chain. I learned that the hard way while testing for gears....
  3. Thanks, I use a standard BMX chain and the fear (previous encounters) of snapping a chain holds a sensitive spot (if you know what I mean) I weigh about 95KG (not even close to over weigh) with no spaghetti type legs. Thanks for the pointing to Rapide, I will check out their inexpensive chains and maybe use them. Will move about the chain line as well to see what gives, or not.....
  4. I did the 947 this past weekend with the single speed. 3h19 across the line. The bike was in perfect shape, but every time I laid down power on a uphill, I heard like "ting ting" coming from the chain or back wheel. So for fear of snapping a chain, I didn't lay down the power on uphills. The question is...... double chains..... I use two of everything next to each other. Chain rings, chain and rear sprocket. There is enough space for it. Any thoughts on this?
  5. Did a 3h19 on my single speed. aimed for a sub 3, but couldn't power down on the uphills due to fear of snapping a chain. Making some mods and will be back next year for that sub 3......
  6. Nice frame. I have a Scott Speedster 2 running on 38/14. Didn't know the 46/18 was the magic gear so I had to use an actuator. I can still do a healthy 28 km/h ave alone on hills and 34 km/h ave with a group (70km) of angry looking pissed of roadies running expensive geared up bikes looking down on my SSS...... love this bolt on thing.....
  7. I'm entering with a SS. Aiming for a sub3. Anyone else on a SS for the event?
  8. I have the same frame, also converted to a single speedster....... I need to know the following, if the info is available. Crank make and model, as well as the BB. I was told by my LBS that because of the setup (single speed 3 14 gearing) that my BB will now always take strain and be replaced sooner. It has been replaced but now even the new BB is giving me squeaky sounds. Please advise, if possible on the make and model or even what else I can use that will last. thanks
  9. So the Scott is now done and ready for the maiden flight. Running a 39/12 gearing to test the waters......it comes down to a 1 to 3 ratio......bring on the sweat......
  10. so where is the cycling lane in that picture? in the cradle they have a cycling lane in 90% of the route? still, this could either be in idiot cyclist or the picture is taken out of context.....passing somebody.......
  11. in the making..... Scott Speedster 2.....sorting the gearing out now. messed up the "fixed" hanger when the derailleur got caught up in the spokes. So I am very limited to what can be used as a tensioner as the thread got damaged when the derailleur got removed..... Any suggestions?
  12. Good day, My regular trip to Durban for the Amashova is kind of canceled. I am still going down as I need to do the race. if anybody wants a lift going down, please PM me. you need not pay for fuel or tollgates. We an discuss details if you are interested on going down. If you are going down with a tour please feel free to contact me as I can make my car available for any transport needed. Please no serial killers......lol thanks
  13. Wolwespruit broke my bike.....but will go back for some more. There is also Van Gaalen just before harties and close to Hakahana. Northern farms is also good, haven't been there in a while. Just stay away from Groenkloof nowadays.....sad....
  14. rather put op boards saying "be mindful of speeding bikes" in those areas. its only two areas in a whole park......
  15. Right of passage....yeah then count me in. Broke 2 Silverback Nabraskas......apparently they had an issue with heavy set guys giving it horns.....I was around 100KG on the 1st break and 95 on the 2nd break. I am now on a Spectra 2 frame.....still 26er. btw, they replaced all frames at no cost. (had sign an indemnity form stating I don't jump of houses) Spectra 2 frame now on two years of heavy riding......
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