[Temu]

They use Buffalo couriers for the logistics in SA

[Sram GX / XO1 / XX1 12 Speed mileage]

Have you checked the hanger alignment out of interest

[Spank VS Stans rims]

If it's holding air, ride it😈

I did have a rear Spank rim that starting cracking and pulling through at the nipples, so they not immune, but still like the product.

Replaced with a more affordable rim which I dinged 2 rides in! Straightened out, holding air and I'll ride it till its properly wrecked!

[Stuff you learn(t) the hard way by being your own mechanic]

@Droo, you up for the challenge?

[Stuff you learn(t) the hard way by being your own mechanic]

@Jbr what hub have you got?

I have experienced this with DT Swiss 3pawl hubs for instance, there is a spacer tube over the axle, over time they compress just enough to cause binding. First time I replaced it, problem solved, 2 years later, same issue, chatted to my local mech and he handed me a very thin spacer washer to take up the space left by the material compressing... apparently next time it happens he has another slightly thicker washer 

[Stuff you learn(t) the hard way by being your own mechanic]

On 1/31/2024 at 3:41 PM, Captain Fastbastard Mayhem said:

 

Captain Mayhem rises from the ashes!!! Welcome 

[MTB Brake pads/shoes for V brakes]

27.5 is not going anywhere. Much easier to get 27.5 equipement then it is to find decent 26.

Doubt the upgrade from rim to disc would be worth it on an old frame, rather put the money toward a more modern upgrade from the classifieds. 

Most bike shops will carry so v-brakes for you in the mean time. A couple good options given above. Setup of pads is quite important for correct operation and better longevity.

[Rentals/Testing]

Many manufactures will have a demo bike available, chat to your local bike shop

[Stuff you learn(t) the hard way by being your own mechanic]

Quality on the Chinese ones can be a slight issue. This one is one of the better ones, steel and welded. I'll drop you a message privately.

 

[Stuff you learn(t) the hard way by being your own mechanic]

Anyone selling one of these before I go new.... no more learning the hard way!

[The "I need something you might throw away" thread]

11 hours ago, Barry said:

I have just the axle the QR lever is AWOL. 

Sure I've got just the QR lever for that in the bottom of a box if needed

[Good few Cobras at Tokai today]

Missed all the big boys thankfully, but we did have a decent sized mole snake on the road at the ticket office this morning. The season has begun 

[Torque Wrench]

Go Teng Tools, buy the 1/4" version and use any existing set you have or can get from any hardware store. Can also buy a 1/4" to hex bit adaptor. A good 1/4" rachet set is never wasted any way

The 3/8" set linked is a little trickier to match bits too.

[Cost to service a rockshox reverb dropper?]

@thebob try Stoke Suspension Works they had a bin of old wrecked Reverbs, if they can't get the parts maybe they have in the bin for you?

 

[Cost to service a rockshox reverb dropper?]

1 hour ago, thebob said:

@Alouette3 don't suppose you have any Reverb Stealth hose connectors as per the pic below? I need to convert mine from Connectamajig to the standard connector. Cape Cycles don't have anything.

Unfortunately not. Only just got my hands on one of those newer C1 posts recently.

Have a B1 post as a donor unit, but that also has a connectamajig attachment

[Coffee machine]

Does anyone have or know someone with a Brezzera BZ99?

Bought one cheap as chips with a pump snag that need sorting out, otherwise in good condition, so thought I'd take on a project. The previous guy fiddles and took stuff apart, so want to see what they look like under the hood, make the puzzle slightly easier.

[Using a MTB in the Netherlands]

Anything will work, but that kinda kit will get stollen! Ride a beater that looks rubbish and wont attract attention. Gears in Holland are few and far between.

[The official Riding with Kids thread]

Anyone got a spare "Ahead stem" adapter for the Thule Ride along mini? Just the adapter ring.

[Condition of Kirstenbosch trail post flood]

Road Kirstenbosch yesterday, the garden section itself has just been worked on and all single tracks fixed up and relined with laterite.

The Constantia Nek access on the other hand is pretty rough 

[Where to find RockShox Suspension Oil, 15 Weight (15wt)]

@droo from Stoke Suspension Works will be here in the morning I'm sure. If he can't help you.... nobody can!

The cst viscosity value is the important one to match, not weight printed on the front, as this standard can vary between manufacturers. No harm in using another brand. I've use BelRay on Rockshox and Fox in the past. If memory serves me correctly, Castrol can be used for the 15W in Rockshox lowers. I'll check in the morning 

[XD vs Microspline]

Shimano make a really nice 10 speed 11-46T HG cassette if you on a budget, then you also have the 11 speed option of 11-51T, this will likely need a new derailleur that can do the range up to 51T. Both work on your HG freehub. Think they in the Shimano HG500 range.

On a side note, Shimano 11 speed derailleur work well on a Shimano 10 speed derailleur and cassette.... and dare I say it, I'm very impressed running a SRAM 11 speed derailleur with Shimano 11 shifter on my rig. Bit this is another rabbit hole completely.

[The official Riding with Kids thread]

@Trashy dropped you a PM

[The "I need something you might throw away" thread]

6 minutes ago, Sprockets said:

Have a complete wheel - DT Swiss 650b with 15mm thru axle just lying around

PM'ed you thanks

[The official Riding with Kids thread]

5 hours ago, Jono said:

@Alouette3 I have one of those yellow feva seats that you’re welcome to have. Pop me a dm if interested, I’m in Tokai. It has gone through 2 kids so looking quite tired. Still usable though.

Thanks Jono, I'll drop you a PM. Going to get the Mac from Iwan too

 

8 minutes ago, Shebeen said:

so this old chestnut!

 

if you can get the frontmounted stuff and make it work without being a hassle then go for it.

 

i had to give that big green thing back and swapped it out for a Feva. not nearly as bulletproof but does the trick well.

 

only other thing i can think of that has come about since then is the wild air thingymajig

 

dunno if it ever took off

https://wildairsports.com/the-little-wing-kids-bicycle-seat-launches-in-south-africa/

Knew there was something buried in the 70 pages of posts, thanks! I see there is an old iBert in the Classifieds, bit not sure it will work on my short stem. Feel so bad for the steerer

[The "I need something you might throw away" thread]

If you'd had a Fox fork it would have worked