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Hi all in 2 minds between the garmin 540 and geoid cc 700 pro can save a a lot of money but I never ordered on Aliexpress before so a bit scared. please share your honest thoughts on the geoid 700 pro, main reason to go garmin is for the vitality points

Thank you for the advice🙏🏻 Main reason is I would like to fit a cheap bike on the indoor trainer, not sure how a cheap bike will shift manually on a trainer as explained. Primary bike is MTB with AXS shifting, but don’t want to remove the wheel every single time I want to train, hence thinking of cheap bike and the cog as no extra cassette need to be purchased

Hi all, I’m looking to get an indoor trainer for the upcoming winter, but I don’t want to use my primary bike (MTB) on the trainer. I’d prefer not to deal with swapping wheels or setup hassle on days when I want to ride outside—hope that makes sense. I’m currently considering the Wahoo Kickr Core with the Cog and Virtual Shifting setup. I understand this setup may mainly lock me into Zwift and could limit use with other apps like MyWhoosh. I’m also wondering if it would be better to rather get a cheap “trainer bike” (something basic from Makro or The Hub) that I can permanently leave on the trainer. Would a cheap bike still work properly with virtual shifting on the Kickr Core Cog setup, or are there limitations I should be aware of? Also, I’d really appreciate your thoughts on virtual shifting in general—how well it works, any downsides, and whether it’s worth it versus a standard drivetrain setup. Thanks in advance.

Hi all - Where can I buy the Geoid cc 700 Pro? Anywhere available is SA or should I buy via Aliexpress???

What carbon wheel will you all recommend?

Hi all hubeers .... In March I bought myself the Scott Spark RC Comp as this was the only bike my budget allows me to buy, but also knew there will come a time that I would like to upgrade some components. In general, I looooove the bike, smooth, nippy and the ride is very comfortable. I would like to upgrade to the following and yes I know it might be a lot of money and that I can buy I bike with the same spec 2nd hand or maybe new, but I like this bike. If I find a better spec Scott, I will rethink my idea of upgrading; Bike parts on Merlin Cycles UK is very well priced as you don't pay for duties, only VAT, I might be wrong but did some research Firstly: * Current gears is Sram NX, so I would like to go to AXS, was thinking of GX AXS shifter and rear deraileur as this is not to expensive, R8999, XX1 AXS will be R13999 so is it worth going for the XX1 or is the GX good enough with smooth and easy shifting? * Brakes currently is Shimano SLX, which I would like to upgrade to SRAM Level Ultimate, coming in at R5499.....worth it? So basically this will be almost same spec as the Scott Spark Team Issue, but they retail for R130k so upgrading might work out better? Your thought will be appreciated.

Hi all, Would like to know, do you connect via bluetooth from laptop to Kickr or via Ant+, which is better? Also.....on the trainer, using garmin to get discovery points, my garmin in synced to strava, and zwift is synced to strava, how to avoid duplicate rides?

It is quite heavy at the bike but from my understanding and according to specs, rear triangle are carbon…..welcome to double check and confirm. Valid advice, thank you!

Noted thank you very much. No time frame - but I hear you saying about the 920 and 930 but I would most prob slowly upgrade parts to my liking. Overall this bike is a beast for me (yes you do get better bikes) , enjoy riding it and most comfortable bike and setup I’ve ever had, but I dont like the NX shifting, not smooth at all and only have the bike for a month. I noticed that a fork with bigger stantions will make big difference and carbon wheels. I appreciate all the opinions and advice, much appreciated.

Which RockShox will you guys recommend? The current Fox, I like the plush feel but as previous user said the 32mm stantions will become a issue when riding harder. Rockshox that is compatible with 3 way lockout or Fox?

Hi all Sorry to jump in here…..so Koeberg is open, use to cycle from Durbanville to do a few laps there, do you need to apply for annual permit or can we (bunch of riders) arrive each with their drivers liscense to do lap?

Thanks for all the replies! I’ve done a proper bike fit and very comfortable on the bike. Yes I will fit a dropper and already don’t like the NX shifting especially in the muddy condition ls after my ride this morning. Will look at GX AXS shifting. I’m already on cleats - had that before so use to it. Also a bit worried about the fork and 32mm stantions. It wasn’t worth it for me to by higher spec bike as I got this bike for very good deal brand new. Just glad to be back on the bike again!

Hi all Back into mountain biking after 4 years, so good to be back although a lot to work on my fitness and weight, already drop 4kgs in 2 weeks. Bought myself Scott Spark RC Comp with the idea to upgrade parts in future. Currently Sram NX groupset, alu wheels / alu handlebar / alu seatpost and shimano slx brakes FOX 32 Float Rhythm 120mm Fork What will you upgrade if this bike was yours? My current weight is 98kg as my target goal is 88kg, will the suspension be fine doing stage races ect? Or should fork be upgraded as well? Looking forward to your advice and tips!

Where can I find ant+ dongle and extension cable for laptop to use on kicker?

Anyone on this thread owning a Kickr Core Zwift ????? Please inbox me