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  1. ByronH
    I actually am finding that most pedestrians do not take kindly to me riding close to them, even when I have got their attention using my bell, and try to keep my distance... They normally protest with an over-exaggerated 'fright', and then even cuss when I pass or do the usual 'haibo'. Also motorists not using their indicators... eish. and then they get angry with me when I point out they not using their indicator. One has even shouted after me, 'next time, I'll ride over you'. Naturally she was an entitled, new-money BMW driver. Maybe I'm just a cycle-hog though... despite trying to be courteous. I need to keep a very close eye on my attitude whilst I'm on the bike. Otherwise I'll become just as stressed on my bike as i get in the car. Which is not worth it. Rather let the chunks of metal ride into each other than me.
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    I like CatEye equipment.. but I'm also battling with this one? Especially at R1500! If this was the 'evolution' of a basic cycle computer, then fine, but not at R1500... but maybe I'm being a cheapskate. Also, I dont think having a flashing light indicating that you getting a phone call or message is particularly 'revolutionary'... personally, I prefer to not know whats happening on my friggin' invasive phone when I'm out on the trails... if im expecting an urgent call, then I just put my ringer on loud. And, with notifications on our modern smart phones nowadays... I'm pretty sure the Cateye would be constantly flashing...
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    Are one of the screens map mode? I.e. viewing a route in guidance mode?
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    Hi... What are some of the best 20 minute to 40 minute cycling videos to watch? Want to download some for when I'm on the plane travelling... Ive already got Unreal, Shifted and Pure Darkness 3
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    #scottsportsafrica #bikehubber #maxxistyresSA My favourite Rear Tyre, the Maxxis Ikon 29x2.2 EXO TR. Racy and Strong. But, after having done 2500km this year, its probably gonna wear soon. So please can I WIN?
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    Ya, the whole sweating after the shower thing... My face pours for a while after the shower. So, I actually have a relatively cold shower, and then make sure I stand in front of the fan whilst getting dressed.
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    I'm also one of the few JHB commuters All in all, Strava tells me I've done 2411km this year so far. Like Cat-I, I do Randburg to Sandton. Also, have only been caught in one storm, but after looking at the traffic and robots during that storm, I was very glad to be soaked on my bike. My colleagues who used their cars took more than 1.5 hours to get home that day.
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    Yup... sweating loads is a sign you had a good ride, but then you also need a good shower... You can get yourself a fancy quick-dry towel thingy from a sportsmans warehouse or such http://www.sportsmanswarehouse.co.za/product/sea-to-summit-dry-lite-towel-large. Soak it in the basin when you get to work. Freshen up in the cubicle. Use plenty anti-perspirant. And then dont forget to wash the towel (with soap) after you have dressed, and hang it up somewhere. Take it home on the weekend for a machine wash. That is what others say works ok. I am lucky to have showers at work...
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    Thanks, sorry I was probably quite strong in my choice of words about the music. Apologies if it was offensive. i don't have the skill to make videos like that, so I should rather appreciate the positive work which goes into something like this.
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    Nicely shot video. crap music almost ruined it however, but I'm probably being pedantic
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    Hi all Sorry, I havent been particularly diligent at keeping up to date with this thread, so please excuse me if this has been discussed... My boy is now just over two. but he is a big, tall boy (95cm) who is very 'daring' on his plastic bike (normal three wheeled plastic bike from Westpack), but seeming to get a little bored on it unless he is going down a steep hill or riding on a thin line of bricks (i.e. the wall). Yesterday, he tried out a friend's Y-Bike, and seemed to enjoy it quite a bit (although he already looks a bit big for the Y-Bike). Is he too young to start with a balance bike, like a 'Strider'? Or should I be spending the money on such...
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    What happened to this competition?
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    Excellent report through beautiful photography. Congrats, looks really special.
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    Not sure if it's been mentioned. But the Grotto and Trilby trails at All out Adventures are also supreme. Northern Drakensberg Sent from my D5803 using Tapatalk
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    Hero Adventure Hobby Park - Red Monday 2 May
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    Wow that looks incredible... damn you Cape, you so far away
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    Hey. Onza Canis vs Maxxis ikon? Opinions?
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    Hi all. I think my rear Geax Saguaro is close to, or already kaput, with a sidewall puncture. Question is, if the bikeshop cant revive the Saguaro, I am looking at replacing it with one of the following: Maxxis Crossmark (29x 2.1) LUST- old tyre with okayish tread and life still in it Maxxis Ikon(29 x 2.2) - 3C/EXO/TR - brand new R570 Onza Canis (29 x 2.25) - brand new R640 With this bike, I do some trail riding and commuting to work on sidepaths. So nothing insanely technical or rocky, but I do want the tyre to hold up well, maintain its tread for a reasonable period, handle itself sufficiently well on moderately technical trails, and not be super heavy. What ya think?
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    Top of Dragon Peaks, Central Drakensberg
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    Saddle Width

    ByronH replied to Malduik's topic in Technical Q&A

    ya thanks for the advice, he's going in to try out some demo saddles if the bike shop doesnt have an assometer.
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    Saddle Width

    ByronH replied to Malduik's topic in Technical Q&A

    Restarting the thread... my brother wears a size 32 pants (relatively slightly built)... would a 143 mm saddle prove too wide, for those 32 sized men out there? Want to get him a Specialized Henge 143 saddle... (in my experience, the most comfortable). he is a relatively new to cycling
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    Thanks for the advice. I am not starting this too young am I? at 11 months old? Obviously won't be crushing the single track or anything with him on the bike, just want to take him for casual rides.
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    Just checking for some advice?
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    Hi all. Completely new to this thread. My lightie is 11 months old and I want to start taking him on my bike carrier. I got this ( pic attached) from a friend who just gave it to me. Is this the only piece? Or am I missing any support pieces/struts etc? I assume it just clamps onto the seatpost...
  25. ByronH
    All Out Adventures is definitely one of the most beautiful trails I have had the pleasure of riding! The Trilby and Grotto Trail especially...
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