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  1. Launch special is R4500 if that counts. Bicycle stuff isn't cheap in ZA.
  2. Getting the right sock is pretty important to me. I get hotfoot with my most expensive pair; Assos, I hate them. Versus appear to keep changing their material/cut, I have multiple pairs and none of them fit the same. Toe seams irritate the hell out of me. #firstworldproblems #tactilehypersensitivity
  3. igg

    Flat pedals

    I have a set of washers if anyone wants to make their saints worse .
  4. Clearly I need to replace the boring black stickers with something brighter on my Following .
  5. igg

    Flat pedals

    I'm fully adjusted to riding with flats now and loving the saints. Saved myself from a few offs by just sticking a foot out. Shins and calves are still surprisingly scar free, and I've never felt like I was going to slip off the pedals at any point. Still struggling with constant pedal strikes though; one of which caused the trauma mentioned earlier in this thread. Rock gardens I could previously ride on my anthem I can't even look at with the evil.
  6. My #DURO 29er has a diagonal shock running up the downtube. Should I just throw it away now?
  7. igg

    Flat pedals

    I would, but I managed to injure myself pretty badly so I've barely had a chance to use them. Managed to get into a tripod with the end of my handlebar. The result: some torn core muscles, and a bunch of internal bleeding. The fluid buildup is causing issues right now (muscle spasms, nerve pressure, etc.), so all strenuous activities have been halted until further notice . I also have a new appreciation of how much your core gets used! I'll definitely be dedicating a lot of time to core exercises when I'm healed. Initial impressions are as follows: They're pretty comfortable as far as cycling shoes go, though with the winter chill setting in, I found the uppers let in a lot of air. My feet were cold, so I still need to figure out what to do there. I haven't yet had a single instance where my foot slipped on the pedal, and due to the tread pattern I noticed I have to lift my foot to reposition. The soles do have a fair amount of give when putting your weight on them and bend pretty readily at the ball of your foot, so don't expect carbon disco slipper like pedaling efficiency. This will likely aid with feeling connected to the bike. My only issue thus far is I found my foot slipping forward in them quite often, so I need to play around with lace tension to see if I can stop that, otherwise I'm going to be dealing with sore toes. I should also point out, the sole isn't completely flat; it has an upward curve from the ball to the toe. I don't know yet if this is an issue. For what I paid, I'd def buy them again. As always, take the above FWIW, as I don't have experience with the other local competitors: 5-10 & 2FO.
  8. igg

    Flat pedals

    I'll probably do that, I find the laces a touch short anyways. Only the very ends reach the strap bungee for me, so they'll probably come loose while cycling.
  9. igg

    Flat pedals

    Unfortunately it is jet black, the little bit of grey there is, is on the side of the soles. Take a look at my previous pic, it's the same colour as my tyres . I suppose from Adidas perspective it's the safe choice in terms of sales. I was also hoping for other colour choices, particularly the blue/black/white one.
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    Flat pedals

    Due to lack of sunlight, crappy quality photos were had:
  11. igg

    Flat pedals

    Yip, all the spacers are off. I can't wait to get some nice track marks on my legs.
  12. igg

    Flat pedals

    Pedals installed, shoes fit great. Now to finish setting up the bike and go for a ride.
  13. So, when's the next one? Got flats, need skills...
  14. igg

    Flat pedals

    Due to lack of stock of five-tens in my size, and the Spaz not feeling right and just too stiff for my liking, I just ordered these as Adidas generally fit me pretty well: https://shop.adidas.co.za/terrex-trail-cross-sl-shoes-122607.html Signed up for the newsletter and used the 15% discount code. R1360 isn't too bad for a pair of cycling shoes.
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    Flat pedals

    Too bad they're not the AM41 .
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    Flat pedals

    And I have some leftover funds to get some lessons [emoji3] . Next step is to try find some shoes. Sent from my GT-I9505 using Tapatalk
  17. igg

    Flat pedals

    Aha, can't say no to that. I'm in Fourways, PM incoming .
  18. igg

    Flat pedals

    Looks like I might need the extra grip as I'm likely going to be buying 2FO flats now due to lack of stock on the five tens.
  19. igg

    Flat pedals

    Has anyone looked at the spaz? Seems like a pretty good option if you discount the R2k price tag. https://www.specialized.com/za/en/components/drivetrain/boomslang-platform-pedals/105045
  20. igg

    Flat pedals

    I'm leaning towards the saints, I've just never seen them in any shops in JHB. I've hardly seen any flats in jhb for that matter, nor people who use them. XC much?
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    Flat pedals

    http://www.dabomb.co.za/productpage/178/Relic_Fro_Pedals These things look exactly like those hopes, but at a much lower price point .
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    Flat pedals

    Saw those. Too bad they're blue.
  23. igg

    Flat pedals

    Thanks for the suggestions. These things? Was looking at these and wondering if the lack of pins in the middle is going to be a huge issue. http://p.vitalmtb.com/photos/products/11664/photos/10548/s780_Pedal_Torsion_SX_V2_Blk.jpg?1357587187
  24. So I've finally decided to switch to flats. I tried to order a set of five ten freeriders, sadly no stock in my size in the country , so now I'm just shopping for the pedals. I know about the Saints and the Giants; what are my general options in ZA for a price limit of R1.5k? Is there a big difference between completely flat pedals and ones that are more concave in the centre?
  25. Got myself the Rival HRD version of this groupset. Not nearly so blingy/light, but waaaaay more affordable, and loving every minute of it.
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