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Hahahahahhahaha so what tattoos do you have?

Haha shame... So MTB boy beats up MTB boy and you guys still try to blame a roadie! I do love The Hub!

My alu Scott does just fine. Been wanting a carbon machine for a while but simply can't justify it. And I'm always reminded that the bike matters very little when I pass a fat guy on a legit dogma with my cheap alu frame. Your legs make the difference, the big makes you spend. And less weight on your wallet isn't what you're going for! I'm a fan of the alu frames. Do still want to try carbon one day, but not yet. And I also second the wheels. Wheels will make the biggest difference, so buy alu and fit some decent wheels and a good grouppo. You'll love your bike.

Yes they do. If you purchase frame alone it does come with a few extras. Of course, my biggest worry is, "lifetime" become redundant should they go under. But I guess that's part of any business. I like the look of booth bikes and the owner is a big time Hubber. Definitely seems to known his stuff regarding Chinese carbon and bikes in general.

Chinese carbon, local branding. Check out booth bikes too, the warrantee is a lifetime one opposed to the 2 year you get with concept. Concept based on the trek madone, although he's in process of changing. Booth looks like the cervelo, with those pencil thin seat stays.

I went from 11-28 to 12-23 and nearly died. Don't find the tint gear too important as you don't actually ride in it all that often. The big one, however, makes a massive difference. 28 is perfect for me on the hills, and my 105 cassettes next gear down is a 26, so can stand and climb on that and sit on the 28 when things get tired. And on super steep gradients its a perfect gear too. I ride a standard crank too. Just my two cents. My heavy ass wouldn't survive on a 25 on the hills around here in bedfordview!

Were there medals? For everyone that entered? I went straight to my car... Missed out..

No. I would have got a break if he actually did some work. The guy was riding like a tool though. Swerving and pissing off traffic on our way to the caves... Seriously just don't need that on a ride... Edit:spelling

And to the cocktonsil on the 29er wheelsucking the entire race - you're a douche. Seriously, what were you trying to prove? Thought you mtbers got those bikes to ride off road? No problem wheelsucking but be prepared to be required to work. You were so freaking annoying man.

Moerse freezing at the start, even with my late time... But didn't feel it too much once we were on the bike...

Yeah I think that was the problem. Had to push seriously hard to get through traffic... So not too much left on those climbs! Bmw1za was a champ at encouraging me up satellite! But yeah, managed to catch c batch stragglers so not too bad a time! Nice race!

Had to start in G and had a 93km time trial. The climbs killed me, I was definitely made to pay for being so lazy after carousel! But happy with the time, didn't get my sub 3 but 3:13 made me smile! And dammit I never got off the bike on those climbs... But a nice race and we'll organised. The route was good too!

So due to timing this thread will probably be lost amongst weekend banter, but I need some advice from the gurus here! I may be signing myself in for some tubeless road wheels, thanks to a little incident on our marvellously maintained roads. The reason for tubeless is an easy one - cost. Can't really afford an expensive wheelset and looking at a great deal on some carbon tubeless wheels. What do you carry on your tubeless wheel rides? How do you manage a flat when you're out in the sticks? How often do you pick up punctures? (I know that's like how long is a piece of string but considering most road punctures are pinch flats?) Does any sealant out there work for road tyres? And convenient tips? Tricks? And lastly, feel free to add any sentiments you have regarding tubeless... I'm part of the millions riding clinchers and scared of the possibilities! Thanks in advance!

No, only HRM. I'll be fine, just keep sucking down the GUs! I'm still young so my recovery is quick quick... Just the weight on hills that kills me...

Yeah first half is the easy bit... Nice drafting and work, then save it for the climbs. The lion loop will kill past Glen burn lodge and then up to caves and finish... Otherwise should be ok man! WhatsApp me when you have your start group and we'll organise from there!

Down with that grant... Departure time is 7:30 so yeah, right at the back... And we probably climb similarly so let me know! Can tt if I have to, have on those roads before... But just don't want to! Haha

So as first timer, I'm stuck in GL. Anyone want to go for it from there? Or am I tt'ing the whole thing?

Ballisticbiketrading.co.za

Check out ballistic bike trading. I'm sure they're on Facebook. Don't know much about mtbs but the back up service from BBT is incredible. Like, amazing. There is a concept store in honeydew. Nice to have something not everyone else does, and they sure look pretty!

Why don't you also look at ghost? They have a sub 10k ht 29er...

When I had a bit of numbness in the old fella, I also went for a saddle with a cut out. Unfortunately, that fix didn't work. Only once I saw the guys at cycle fit did the problem get resolved. The change of Riding position and saddle level and height makes a world of difference in one go. If you haven't had a fit, try it. Seriously, it works so well to get rid of the niggles!

My first ride as well! But entry is in!

Thanks for the replies so far guys! To answer some of the questions, firstly, I'm 23, don't drink or smoke, and don't drink coffee, all for religious reasons. During the day I drink about 1 or 2 liters of water, depending on the day and the opportunity. Today I tried forcing some scrambled eggs down, and have had two simple sandwiches for lunch. Although it may be a skewed result due to a late night last night (premier league is back!). The 5 smaller meals definitely won't be possible, so I'm a bit stuck. Must say that during my cycling which is really my only for of exercise, I don't feel drained or fatigued... Just the usual put of breath from climbs... Keep the info coming guys! Greatly appreciated!

Ok so I need to know if this is completely normal, or if I'm doing somethings wrong in terms of diet, etc. I have a hectic job, lots of driving thinking, stress. I'll wake up from (normally 7-8 hours of) sleep, and go to work about an hour later. Work from 8/8:30am to 3:30/4pm. Don't usually have breakfast, as eating so early makes me feel slightly sick. Lunch is anything I find as I'm on the road all day. Now here's the problem. As soon as I get home and relax, I'm hit with a horrible wave of sleep... Like, impossible to ignore unless I really do something very active. I can nap, and wake up completely energised. Dinner usually follows. I don't have a huge amount of carbs, and do drink as much water as possible during the day. Is this normal? Or should I get it checked out by a doc?