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Nice bike, whats the weight?

Been riding here often and I too miss the steep climb that is cut out now, but the new single track is very nice too. Maybe a black route section up the rocky climb and then right at the top to join the new single track? I got me an annual permit now, these trails are so close by and really enjoyable.

I think you should change the heading to "The most unawesome ever never-ending saddlebag-slinging thread"

Normally I dont drink that much, unless I add some beer to my Enduren.

Yep thats the XCT which is like a normal pack with added huge side pockets increasing the surface area. As for being cool, its the next best thing if not winning.

If you worry about heat/sweat on your back the XCT pack is the worst in that regard - it covers a big area on your back, go minimalistic for the camelbak and put some stuff in, strap stuff to your bike that you need in emergencies, and carry stuff in your shirt pocket that you need quick access to. This way you don`t need a handbag on your bike, strapping stuff to the bike is very cool and racesnake like, waterbottles is very uncool on a mtb cause its roadie like.

The 45 was a great ride with serious climbing and super fun downhills. Great area to ride in, fynbos as far the eye could see. There was no mud, as in none, even though a light rain came down during the ride. I could not believe my bike was still clean after the ride.

Get a grippier front tyre. As for technique, point 6 here is something to get into a habit, try to lean the bike over more and keep your body more upright and push down on the outside pedal: 1. Set your speed Set your corner speed before the corner begins. Focus on exiting the corner fast, rather than entering the corner fast and then skidding or braking heavily around the corner. Skidding and corner braking reduces your control. - 2. Change gears If you’re not going to pedal around the corner, before going into it, shift to the gear you want to use for pedaling out of the corner. This way you’ll be in the right gear to pedal back up to speed after the corner is done Lead the bike with your eyes - 3. Look ahead Look ahead into the corner, quickly scan the corner with your eyes, then shoot your eyes to the exit as you ride the turn - 4. Relax your hold Keep a firm, but relaxed hold of the handlebar and drop your shoulders so that you’re not shrugging them - 5. Position your body Put most of your weight through the seat and / or the pedals - 6. Push on the outside If you’re not pedaling the corner, push your outside foot down on the pedal as you turn. This technique works like magic to help ground the tires, particularly on off-camber corners! -

Check out these photos of riding close to Cape Town: Jonkershoek/Stellenbosch: Grabouw: Lourensford: Welvanpas:

People who you use CB products like to keep the weight down and is not the strongest but really great for non-fattys.

Go stay in Stellenbosch (Sauser`s home), it`s a town about 50km from Cape Town, from here I am willing to go show you some of the greatest mtb riding in South Africa. But be warned it can get very hot in December.

Bunny hopping is for 26", 29er just bombs though.

Go ride Schapenberg black trail if you want a off camber turn, its called the Cobra and dips and then turns against the banking and off camber back through the dip and over the rock - mega fun/scary.

Xc is very technical lap racing, I think marathon riding is the most popular.

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The Bomber was a city cruiser, go into the mountains with a Bomber at your own peril.

Uber bike! You got your priorities right, but wait till a woman comes along, then your priorities is gonna be wrong again.

Ok ok sram is not bad, just not as good as shimano on a mtb.

I think you have one too many zeros in that 4000.

Taking price into account: Slx - very good Xt - the best Xtr - very good Don`t listen to the false sram prophets I will kill for shimano.

The whole area riddled with st, I was there a few times in the last week and lots of damage to trails from the fire and rain , but still great riding up there, still trying to get to get to know all the st., thank you to the builders for some great st.

At last Scott wakes up and dumps Dt Swiss. In my opinion it is a worthy bike with Fox suspension, but will the lower end models also be Fox equipped? It also looks very high tech with the gadgets on the rear shock and down tube, not sure if I like this....ok I don`t like it.

I have Elexirs and had this same problem - solved by taking the pads out and wiping them clean by cloth after every wash.

A dually makes rough terrain, downhills and long distance rides more fun. If you want a hardtail just lock out the rear.

At that price go for the one with the best front suspension. I think that will be the Talon 0.