bustthesickness

heh, you guys are awesome! keep busting the sickness guys

Orval' date=' for an old dude you certainly whine a lot. Firstly, lets clear something up. Just because you ride a bike it does not make you part of some community brotherhood (sorry I'm not sure what you're on about here....this is an OPEN forum, did I say OPEN? Where cyclists who enjoy what they do, discuss stuff with other people - correct me if I'm wrong?) Nobody owes you anything. Nobody is expected to greet you, move for you or give a t0ss that u'r on the trail. (Who said I had this list of expectations? Do you see this in my post? As for you believing that no-one gives a toss for me being on the trail - you disclose a rather self centered perspective that says you could too be a danger to others) So what if this Justin guy was blazing down the trail and didnt slam on brakes and do a scouts handshake with you. We all LOVE the downhills (including myself), so why spoil it for the guy. Simply keep an eye on the trail ahead, move for someone, they move for you, whatever, carry on the ride and have a nice day (I had no time to react - are you telling me this is due to something I did or didn't do? - Huh? I was not the one who neglected to call ahead and warn others around me - how on earth do you logically arrive at this conclusion). Most of all, just relax, because there are no rules on a public trail. I'll repeat, there are NO RULES on a public trail (then you're obviously so unaware of your surroundings you missed the Ride boards posted at the most popular entry/exit points to the trail?). It's free for all to use (Agreed, and these guidelines are to ensure the enjoyment of all). Now you can go and become a member of the Northern farms board (is there such a thing? I'm sure my post count here is under 20 - I don't sit around bumping up my post count with personal attacks like this) and lay down the iron fist of Orvil's law, banning defectors from the park, but at the spruit, just chill out and be cool dude. (perhaps you missed what I said or didn't read my post at all - I'm not for mandating anything, or denying anyone from the enjoyment of their ride, I would like to see more "incidents" of behaviour that reflects a better attitude to other cyclists). Really man, this is pathetic. (And really bust-the-whatever, maybe you should buy a roadbike, shave your legs, take banned substances and swear at everyone who gets in your way, because your attitude stinks, and maybe you'd fit in better elsewhere) [/quote'] - its funny how the really good cyclists are so diplomatic and polite when passing backmarkers in a race as I have witnessed in the early days of the Sabie Classic - its the middle/back of the elite pack wannabees like this dude above who have the abusive attitudes, and who leave their gel wrappers all over the course. Not all riders race Orvor. you're right,it's an open forum, and I gave you my opinion. You can say what you like, diss roadies, whatever noob. do I care, hmmmm let me think....nope. I don't race, and I certainly never throw trash on trails, in fact my Camelbak always ends up stuffed with other's trash when I get home. Don't speculate. Now, Orvor, what did is come here and whine about what you think the rules should be. Some old, unfit, 2 years out of the saddle has been who now thinks he's got the right to stop people on the trail and give them a talking to. GET A LIFE! ...and do the signboards at the Spruit ACTUALLY say that people riding uphill have right of way? Or does it impose a speed limit? I doubt it. I might be wrong though because I dont actually live in that cesspit you people call home, but here in the Cape we just ride and have fun. Nobody whines on the trail, we all just have a laff. bye bye

Hahahaha, nice one Joe Low. Orval, for an old dude you certainly whine a lot. Firstly, lets clear something up. Just because you ride a bike it does not make you part of some community brotherhood. Nobody owes you anything. Nobody is expected to greet you, move for you or give a t0ss that u'r on the trail. So what if this Justin guy was blazing down the trail and didnt slam on brakes and do a scouts handshake with you. We all LOVE the downhills, so why spoil it for the guy. Simply keep an eye on the trail ahead, move for someone, they move for you, whatever, carry on the ride and have a nice day. Most of all, just relax, because there are no rules on a public trail. I'll repeat, there are NO RULES on a public trail. It's free for all to use. Now you can go and become a member of the Northern farms board and lay down the iron fist of Orvil's law, banning defectors from the park, but at the spruit, just chill out and be cool dude. Really man, this is pathetic.

You're making it sound like rage and arrogance are bad qualities.

They are super strong pedals. I've had my set for 4-5 years now. They are still going strong and I ride the hell out of them. Jumps, bashing rocks on trails, you name it. Replaced the spindles, bearings and bushes twice, cleats twice.You can't go wring with them. they have great action and always work well. Crank Bros epitomises brilliant industrial design when it comes to cycling products, and their customer service is REALLY excellent.

remove an eye too. you only need one. Also, look at having your nails pulled, shave your hair off and have some ribs removed (this will serve a dual purpose:) Have all your teeth removed and just use false teeth for eating (again, this will serve a dual purpose:) do you really need your toes? I don't think so. What about your ears? Nope, go Chopper-style. This will make you look more aggressive at races too. Before each race have colonic irrigation. Or, you can harden up?

Have you considered have some of your organs removed? You only need one kidney, so this alone will save a lot of weight...then there's a frontal lobotomy..........

Or should we rather say that the "impression" of infinite wisdom is there. Jasis dudes, this forum is like a wet panty fight! At first I never got Johan's brash approach to replies. Many a time I have felt 'attacked' by him. I do respect his opinions though as he backs what he says up with facts. What I don't get is that you guys belittle him in your posts, but then complain that he does. I think a word starting with an 'H' should be used here Read between the lines here. Johan has provided some decent advice. Now, whether I'll get him to build me a wheelset is another thing. After what he said about Chris King rear hubs I'm inclined to take just about everything anyone says on a forum with a pinch of salt. Cheers

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yip, thats what I was thinking. Nicely put. So then the solution is as said above by someone, tape the chainstay before you rubber wrap it.

could it not possibly be a chemical reaction between the rubber and the clearcoat on the frame?

reminds me of a little bike shop I went into the other day. The guy was bleeding some AVIDs, or should I say, TRYING to bleed some. He didnt have the right bleed kit, and was using the wrong DOT fluid. Then to top it off when they stuffed up again the fluid shot into the guys face and eyes!! My number one rule is to DIY. Especially where my brakes are concerned. I know that I'll take extra care servicing my shocks, brakes or any other part for that matter. The LBS is only good for buying patches.

Next time the axle on my VW snaps I'll be sure to be ecstatic when the agent apologises and gives me the time of day to have a look. People in SA are so blown away by good, polite service. Ever been to the US? Over there great service is a given, to the point that it almost becomes too much. Glad I cld make u laugh Bionic man.cheers

yawn

Firstly dude, there are supposedly kids who read this forum, so lay off the random foul language. It's really not intelligent. Secondly, READ further, cos I said "dont get me wrong, they did the right thing, but it shouldnt be lauded as amazing service. Their product failed and could have been the cause of a serious accident. It's the LEAST they could do." Now go play with your toys. And yes, we dont know how it broke, but it's funny how people are now saying the same happened to them too. Sounds like a design/manufacture fault to me. I've ridden bikes for years and have never seen or heard of a stem snapping, except this KCNC bunch.

yep 5 to 9 hours WITHOUT bar ends is fine. Bar ends gave me numb hands, hooked branches and trees and the final straw nearly broke a rib in a crash, PLUS they look stupid, like a skinny bull! re:bib shorts, yep they suck. Saw a guy in them at Tokai the weekend. 35 degrees. WTF is the point? It's a bunch of jeep tracks and the rest is trails & downhill. So out of place, like a tik dealer at a church cake sale. roadie comments? dude, you can't post a question and then specify the type of answers you wanna get. I'm so far from being a roadie its not even funny. By the amount of stuff you wanna mount up front it sounds like a roadie talkin here! You know what I like to mount up front between the 'KINK' in my bars? I like to mount a big fork and a fat tyre. who is 'The Minaar'?

I'll buy that ticket off you

dont get me wrong, they did the right thing, but it shouldnt be lauded as amazing service. Their product failed and could have been the cause of a serious accident. It's the LEAST they could do.