philip.maree

Oi' date=' that's a can of worms Sounds like you have a sloping top tube, so the first thing to remember is that if that angle is different (one slopes more than the other), you're going to get a different size. You want the virtual top tube -- the horizontal one. Then there's angles: seat tube angle changes the effective top tube. And there's head-tube height, which will change low your handlebars can go. [/quote'] The current frame has a 70.5? head tube angle and a 73? seat tube angle The new 20" frame has a 71? heat tube angle and a 73? seat tube angle The new 22" frame has a 71? heat tube angle and a 72.5? seat tube angle So what it boils down to is that the seat tube length is different, correct?

I am looking to buy another hardtail frame but I am currently sitting the following dilemma My current frame is 'n 20" with a top tube length of 605mm. The 20" frame that I am looking to buy has a top tube length of 585mm and the 22" frame has a top tube length of 595mm. Should I rather go for the 22" frame? Or what else should I be taking into consideration

out of those 3, Merida 96 3000D

Just put some lube on the link before you do the wiggle thing. I found that helps when the link is really stubborn.

2010 - The year of the FUGLY kits!

I believe I won the lotto next week' date=' so will have enough spare cash. Fork: RockShox Reba - versus SID?Crank: Truvative Noir - Are the Truvative BB's any good compared to xtr? Brakes: Avid Elixir CR - Versus Formular R1? [/quote'] Reba vs SID, weight and price. Reba's are awesome value for money. Truvative BB's vs XTR - Don't know if they are any better. XTR's rule though. Elixir vs Formula, price. But since you won the lotto, go SID, XTR and Formula then. All good choices.

Go SRAM XX if you have a lot of money! Otherwise here is a list of components that won't break the bank but also won't let you down. Fork: RockShox Reba Crank: Shimano XT / Truvative Noir Wheels: Shimano XT Brakes: Avid Elixir CR Shifters: SRAM X0 RD: SRAM X0 FD: SRAM X9/X0 Post - Bar -Stem: Anything light. KCNC comes to mind. The Red KCNC post would look so awesome of a white Zula. philip.maree2009-12-11 05:58:27

Take a look at Silverback. You get the most bike for the money you spent. I think their Nabraska goes for around R9k http://www.silverbacklab.com/int_site/specs/nabraska.jpg You will struggle to find another brand that will beat that for value. My advice, mountain biking is very addictive and recreation only lasts that long . So buy a decent bike from the beginning philip.maree2009-12-11 02:55:03

It depends on the riding you do. You will get a more versatile bike in the Anthem. Components can always be replaced with time though and then you can go lighter.

DI must still be in shock though. Barloworld was good but The Shack must be on a whole different level.

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Yeah' date=' you should have bought an Assos Ladies FI.13 Bib shorts. It has a single strap that runs between your nipples.[/quote'] Is that what you did? Valid question, snide response - typical of the hub

Unpick the seam??? OK, real female advice I know!! But no one sees that part anyway. Now that is a darn good idea. Gotta love female practicality!

Buy a cheaper bib? But then my arse complains

So I took the plunge and bought a pair of Assos F1 Uno bibs. My arse is happy at this point in time but my nipples aren't How do I prevent my nipples being chafed. I have a pair of Giordana's and Capestorm Matrix bibs and don't have the problem. Any suggestions?

black post, black seat, white stem, white bars.

I had Crossmark at the back but found it to be unpredictable. I am riding Monorail now at the back and so far it's a bit better but it's still to soon to come to a conclusion. I ride Ignitor on the front and without a doubt the most control I have had

Remove the BB and clean it properly. With muddy wet rides some stuff could have made it's way in there.

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What sort of price am I looking at for these? Probably a bit more. Not sure, I purchased mine from CRC for about R400 but locally they will be more expensive. But I thinks it's money well spent.

The Crank Brother Candy pedals are also a very good option to consider. I found them much easier to clip in and out of than the Shimano SPD's. They also shed mud better. What I did find is that there is a more float to the Candy's than the SPD's and that is something to get used to. But since this is your first set of clip-ins I would recommend the Candy's before the SPD's.

I think it's better to go for the Parcel Force option. It's well worth the extra money for peace of mind of being able to track it. Especially if it's a large order.