perp

ok so wat we are actually comparing is the difference/price jump from a entry level HT to a racing FS then?

So i take it you are happy with your Chinese bike? I have ridden everything from a entry level, even rode someone else cheaper FS (nogal) Chinese bike and in no way can compare them. I wouldn't want to buy X amount of 'cheaper' bikes for the one I currently ride. Yes 'Name Brand" bikes are expensive and IMO we do pay too much for them, but I work hard for my money and I enjoy riding. I do not buy my bikes new, it is like buying new cars. They are over priced, but I would rather search the Hub for a good bike at a reasonable price. We might not place in the top ten but we enjoy riding. Should we also complain about the price of other sports, food prices, the price of petrol?

glad to hear that you got sorted out, otherwise it would be pimping out a whole new bike. lol

Have ridden with formula's (B4's, K18), Hayes 9, Shimano (XT,LX) as well as Avid (Juicy3, Ultimates) and personally I like the feel of the avids. If you got the extra cash to sink into bike upgrades then go for it but otherwise stick to what works for you. Weight reduction and pimping a bike is a expensive and addictive affair.

Thanks JB Its the lower bearings, i doesnt look like a standard bearing as it has a spacer/lip on each side of the bearing where the pivot slides through.

Does anyone who has one of these know where to get aftermarket bearings for this bike? Tried the local bearing shop and they said it was custom, is that true? Thanks

Tx for sharing the pics, nice to see him take the win at home

Agreed and thats why I like the ride before you buy idea. Wish everyone would jump on the bandwagon and get bikes out there to test ride especially with the cost of some of the machines out there now.

Why stop there, what about a cruz? He did ask about Giant vs Trek. Wife rides a Giant and loves it but now building up a all rounder cruz for her. As suggested, ride both bikes and see which one works for you. Probably the best advice? perp2009-04-12 13:53:22

Sheesh. Sorry to hear WW, that is a really trick bike u got there. Hope u come right

hey you got to give it to HR, he was still smiling.

wow, the last pic of the rider in the berm must have been pin'n it. Great pic

spruit sounds great, count me in. u guys should take a trip down to the 'deep south' and come ride at rietvlei, has some nice forested single track, a technical climb and a hairy decent for all those DH's at heart.

thanks guys was fun. Sorry I couldnt stay for the braai but will bring the missus next time and then socialize a bit more. HR u got balls going through water....

built these for my bikes, had to go with the chain route as my bikes had different size tubes. I could have gone another route but time was against me. The brackets also have holders on for helmet, camelbak etc

fantastic, my B.I.L. is gonna try to make it and he might bring a mate too.

if theres still room on the bus I might be able to make it?

ok lets start bashin the frenchies as well, frogs and snails have feelings too!!! perp2009-03-02 10:49:33

i wouldnt say no, even if it is a HT. Just something nice to have in the garage...

Go GT!!!

glad to hear he's ok, always worried with a stem/ bar breaking when taking drop offs at speed.

wat time do u usually ride in the mornings at Rietvlei, I ride there as often as I can when I can.

and she let you put her on the bed, u took full advantage. Nice bike.

nice, cant wait to see the pics.

go for the cruz, why would you wanna ride anything else?