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I had an issue with my watch and emailed GSAinfo@garmin.com, and almost instantly received a reply with another email address from an employee who helped me get my watch sorted.

Taken in an industrial elevator... Outer Cycles - The Link Basically been riding every single day. So good!

I think the design notes section of the website might answer some of your questions: https://outercycles.com/pages/design-notes-the-link It's a very different bike to what I was previously riding. I was riding an analog Giant Reign. This bike has a shorter reach than the Reign, but a longer wheelbase. In some ways it's way more nimble and easy to ride, but it also doesn't lose any stability when going faster. It's a good balance of everything. I'm not the most picky person, and I also can't feel the difference between 65 and 64.9 degree head angles or 10mm more or less reach, I think okes read too deeply into the numbers and forget to give a the bike as whole a chance because of a single number they don't like, or do like. Take the bike for a ride and decide. So far it's taken everything I've thrown at it without a single issue. And I don't feel like there's any component I need to swop out to have a good time. Ride-ready out the box.

Might have been me 🤪

It uses a key on the non-drive side of the bike.

Looks amazing. Also really cool to see some riders sending it in something other than lycra on the front page!

Just going to leave a little Dangerholm video over here...

Hmm, looks like Bikehub is just full of useful replies today. If you're on an entry level bike, I'm assuming you don't need a high-end bike for you girlfriend. Titan Nitric, Liv Tempt (https://solomonscycles.co.za/products/liv-tempt-e2-2022/), you could even get a Bianchi (https://bike-addict.co.za/collections/e-bike/products/bianchi-t-tronik-sport-9-1-deore-10-speed-option-3-coil). Lots of options for an entry level e-bike with a decent motor.

I don't think they exist anymore

Meh, I had a bad experience with their droppers. I'd vouch for Lyne any day of the week, it's about the same price and the support has always been fantastic from Lyne.

FWIW, I ran an 11s XT M8000 shifter and derailleur with a Sunrace 11-50 without any issues for about 3 years. You'll find lots of folks online that have done that and it seems to work fine. Edit: my brother tried one of the newer 11s Shimano derailleurs with the big range with the old shifter and it didn't work that great. It was ok, but never perfect.

King Price. Mine is the same, interesting. I've only had one claim that was above the minimum, so I never paid attention to that.

Are you sure about what your policy states? For bikes, my excess is based on the value of the claim - there's a minimum amount and 5% of claim, whichever is greater.

Put LHM in one of your brakes and the Shimano oil in the other and go for a ride. LHM lever always feels sticky, it's definitely a little thicker, maybe ever so slightly, but you'll notice it when you're able to compare them back to back.

No, my permit is for horse riding, line fishing, transport and cycling. It would make sense for all the activity cards levels below the most expensive level be included. It's as much as paying for a wild card to visit one park.

Raffa Bikes in Midrand - I think this is the same thing. From my experience, they're very nice to deal with,

I'm no expert, but I did see this on Rapide's site the other day and assumed it did the same job: https://www.rapide.co.za/product/rapide-derailleur-hanger-extender/

You get lights that can plug directly into a USB powerbank. Might not be the absolute best lights, but paired with a huge powerbank, you'll have endless light. My brother uses one and it's a pretty good solution. I bought a Ryder 900 lumen light that takes an 18650 battery. You can buy them for cheap and carry spare high-capacity 18650 batteries in your pocket. Also pretty bright and has a very respectable light pattern. https://www.cyclelab.com/product/4000794-light-ryder-concept-900 I haven't used either for an event like this, so can't confirm how amazing it it over a couple of days, but powerbanks and changeable batteries are great, IMO.

Yeah, I think they moved it a month later, so 8-11th September... https://www.detourtrails.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/LME-E-BROCHURE-2022.pdf

Hi! As the topic asks, is anyone here doing the Lesotho Mega Enduro? I'm basically relying on the brochure info to get ready. Has anyone here done the event? What to expect? And what the best way to get there and back is? I'm planning on flying with my bike and getting the shuttle to the event.

I bought a Garmin Forerunner 45 a couple of months ago; ended paying something like R700 for it with Vitality and some vouchers I could buy with the points. I'd happily do it again, but I'd buy the 55. It uses a universal quick-release strap, unlike the 45 and the software is different. Upgrade would either be an Instinct or an older Fenix. I'm a fan of the Garmin app and ease of use, and I haven't had any issues with connectivity. There was a thread on Vital just a week or two ago and a lot of guys said they use Amazefit watches and are super happy.

True. I have an 80's Mongoose Supergoose which is worth a fortune to the right buyer in the right location. Even breaking up and selling the nice parts is worth something. There is a Facebook group with a couple of local guys that collect vintage BMXs, and a couple of other groups that might be able to help you get the value. Edit: when/if you have a ballpark figure, I need some parts to rebuild mine, so shoot me a DM.

I previously had a pair of Five Ten Freeriders and recently bought a pair of the Leatts. The Five Tens were a very different kind of grip, they stick like as if you had out double-sided tape on the pedal - insane amount of grip. But you can't move your foot after you put it down. The Leatts have a very different feeling. They aren't as sticky, but they provide something that lots of flat pedal shoes don't have ... just a bit of float. You can adjust your feet ever so slightly. Feels a lot like riding in a pair of Vans. The fit is slightly narrower than my Five Tens, but still great. Roomier than most shoes. I'm not sure that I'll buy another pair, but they work great. It looks like Spez are really getting the formula right and I'd buy the Rime flat shoes if they were locally available. Edit: the Five Tens aren't really more durable in my opinion. It seemed like they were getting hammered real early, but it sort of levels out.

Ah man, I'm amped 2 do this over 2 days this weekend. Is it completely unadvisable to do this route alone?

I had a Lezyne pump. It worked well for a while and I thought it was the be-all and end-all of pumps as per everyone's sentiment towards the brand. And then on one unlucky day I had to pump my tyre, so I screwed on the hose and pumped the tyre up and then, as one would, I unscrewed it again. But on this unlucky day, that hose kept unscrewing the valve core and for the life of me I couldn't get it to not unscrew the valve core. Tried using it once or twice after that and decided the Lezyne pump design is a ride ender for me. Funny enough, my brother swears by them and never has issues. But I have friends that ditched the Lezyne hose idea for the same reason as me, so I'm not alone. I now have a Blackburn Airstick SL. Which looks like it won't ever do the job, but I find it more than adequate on mtb rides and pumping fairly large 2.6 tyres. I'd rather spend more time pumping and knowing I won't be unscrewing my valve core than the other way around. And it's super low profile.