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  1. Fred van Vlaanderen
    Closure in a certain sense on this one: https://maroelamedia.co.za/nuus/sa-nuus/video-pleitooreenkoms-na-jong-man-fietsryer-doodry/
  2. Fred van Vlaanderen
    I run cushcore on a trail bike and it works brilliantly. The benefit vs weight penalty on a trail bike is an absolute no brainer for me. I think it depends on whether you mind the extra weight, and if you don't, it would make absolute sense to do inserts. You can run tyres at lower pressure, which results in more grip, with the lower risk of puncture... what is not to like about that. I never ever ever ever thought that I would run inserts... but having used it for a year now, I can't imagine riding without it.
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  4. Fred van Vlaanderen
    The Hyrax and the Slakline is the exact same frame. That's how I've always understood it. The only difference is the stroke on the suspension, which then changes wheelbase, angles and BB height as a direct result.
  5. Fred van Vlaanderen
    +1
  6. Fred van Vlaanderen
    I also have a Hyrax, but I haven’t been there. My gut feel is that it should be sufficient based on what I’ve seen on the internet. One or two jumps may be a little hairy, but you should be fine for + 95%
  7. Fred van Vlaanderen
    1. I’ve had both. Difference has been minimal. Horizontal is commonly used in XC bikes, because it is easier to engineer a super light horizontal suspension. But having said that - there are amazing bikes using both of these systems. This shouldn’t be a ome of your concerns. 2. Really depends on what you are looking for. Budget vs weight being the biggest two differentials. Alu and carbon has its place. Equally important to check both frames for cracks. Make sure your suspension is properly set-up and in perfect working condition before contemplating the move. A proper Specialized carbon marathon and XC bike will definitely be better that your 2018 spark, but it will come at a cost… so ask yourself if what you are looking for in a new bike is worth the delta.
  8. Fred van Vlaanderen
    Sweet build.
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  10. Fred van Vlaanderen
    Picked up a pair of winter gloves at Wolwespruit MTB Park. On the Rock 'n Rolla trail. Contact me if you can identify them.
  11. Fred van Vlaanderen
    @NotSoBigBen, I’ll just leave this here:
  12. Fred van Vlaanderen
    Job well done!
  13. Fred van Vlaanderen
    In short, downcountry bikes are lightweight XC-style frames with added travel, trail-friendly geometry and wider, knobbly tyres.
  14. Fred van Vlaanderen
    Yeah, and I can attest that it is one amazing bike.
  15. Fred van Vlaanderen
    Love this idea. If it was me, this is how I would do it: Mobu, Lyne carbon handlebar 31.8, Csixx Stem, Csixx custom headset top cap, Sram Eagle shifters, Sram DB8 brakes, Csixx chainring, Csixx Trail chain guide, Csixx derailleur cage and jockey wheels, South Industries wheels, Lyne dropper (or Csixx if you can get your hands on one… yes, they make them, but not yet offering to public… not yet), Maxxis rubber, Shimano pedals, Cushcore pro inserts. If you go down this route, do share pics so we can all drool and admire the local produce.
  16. Fred van Vlaanderen
    Will you now be less Bob?
  17. Fred van Vlaanderen
    Well done to Stuart Mann for his excellent coverage. Happy that this has escalated.
  18. Fred van Vlaanderen
    Yeah, and with a 7h35min PB, he was no slouch.
  19. Fred van Vlaanderen
    Quite sad to see those responses to fair questions. Someone in the position of Race Director should do better.
  20. Fred van Vlaanderen
    Hope you are okay?
  21. Fred van Vlaanderen
    Got to love a bit of Csixx… trying out a longer stem. The quality on these are amazing.
  22. Fred van Vlaanderen
    And how far in the bushes you walk to do a number 1… haha
  23. Fred van Vlaanderen
    You won’t regret it. Something magical about the Comrades.
  24. Fred van Vlaanderen
    Well done. Brilliant time.
  25. Fred van Vlaanderen
    Seeing a lot of posts on social that the cut-off at Pinetown was 1.5-2km further than the communicated 68.86km. Lots of people also complaining about being well within finishing pace but then cut-off at Sherwood with 6.3km to go. Would be interesting to see the finishing % compared to previous years and also compare the number of people coming across the line in the last minutes.
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