GerrieTruter

But the 'moer and soek" golfer will probably first look for info on the different coarse before he goes to play there. Edit: Spelling

I ride my mountain bike to unwind after a long and often k@k day at work, over weekends I do longer rides and a race every now and then. My skill level isn't great, but I do like to challenge myself when the opportunity presents itself. That said, I would like to know beforehand how much I'm going to suffer in a race, I do it to enjoy it and not to torture myself. So forgive us "ex-golfers" if we try to enjoy the sport and that doesn't live up to the "purist's" standards. I believe it's us 'ex-golfers" that make up the bulk of the entrants at races. So with that in mind, if you want to organize races you should be prepared to answer those kind of questions in my opinion.

Was just about to ask the same.

One of the main reasons I like the Monorails is their tight bead. I can take the tire off, clean it and put it back and only need my little hand pump to re inflate because of the UST rims. I'm kinda new to MTB'ing and only have experience with Maxxis tires. My first bike had Larsen TT's on and then I got the opportunity to get a duel suspension, that bike came with the Monorails. Basically what I'm asking is should all UST tires be inflatable with a hand pump or is it only the Monorails with the tight bead?

So I can write that tire off. Is it still a regular occurrence with Maxxis tires and Stans or not? If so what can I do to prevent it from happening? I tried to get reviews of Caffe Latex as a alternative for Stans, but not really long term users submitting reviews. Any suggestions on what I can possibly use as sealant as I like the Monorail tires.

I just need to find out if someone here knows if the bubbles developing on my rear Monorail tire is because of delaminating or could it be from rocks damaging the tires?

I had Maxxis Crossmarks on my bike previously and decided to give the Maxxis Monorail a try. Have to say I'm happy with the grip of the tires. Maybe something to look at.

Thanks for the replies droo and Diirty. I will phone CycleLab and Saloojees on Monday. I saw on Saloojees website that they are GT dealers. I will definitely buy at least one spare.

I have a GT Marathon 1.0, think its a 2008 model. Today on a leisurely ride I heard a pop and then had a noise coming from my crank/BB area. On closer inspection the GT Flexbone snapped. Is there someone that can give me some information regarding the replacement of the GT Flexbone. Can I replace it with a rigid piece of metal or does the metal have to be flexible? Will it damage the pivot points on the frame if I use something else in the place of the Flexbone? Anyone know where I can buy a replacement Flexbone in the Limpopo area. Closest real bikeshop is at least 65km from me and it isn't guaranteed that they will even stock something like that. I will phone around on Monday as I got home after the shops in Polokwane would have closed so just looking for advise at the moment. Attached is a photo of the item required and one with a similar failure as mine.

Would be nice to get all that info, just a bit too far for me.

Now that was real funny. Good one.

I used to have Crossmarks on my bike, trying a set of Monorails at the moment. Have to say that I like the Monorails more than the Crossmark. Might have to try a set of the Ikons next time.

LOL!! Now why did you have to go there?

Was just wondering this morning when the next installment on the story was going to be available. Thanks River Rat.

Thanks for the kick on the backside. I'm just really deflated today with the whole situation. One bastard can't keep his hands to himself and it causes a massive amount of hassle for the law abiding citizens.

The guys that saw the culprit are still looking for the place that he stays. Worst thing is I took the bike off my Insurance with Outsurance at the end of last month. Its been an awesome bike and started to need all kinds of attention, not sure it is worth the trouble to just take it back.

I've been notified that the guy has spray painted the frame red with a can of spray paint. He lives in the RDP extension so wont be to safe for me to go in there and confront the guy, so I recon going to the cops might be my only option. Thanks for the reply guys.

Bump

Hope there is someone here that can give me a bit of information. The stolen bike has been spotted by some people that we asked to help look for it. They have a good idea as to who is in possession of the bike. What is my rights to go and take back the bike if I don't have any proof of ownership other than a few photo's. Should I contact the police to assist? Will I be getting myself in trouble if I confront the person, take the bike back? Any advise will be greatly appreciated.

My brother's GT Avalanche 0.5 has been stolen out of the garage over the weekend. It's a large frame, normal Yellow and silver of the Avalanche 0.5. Marcozzi fork and Scott saddle. Most component are LX except for the Truvativ FiveD crankset. It has 1 Alex DM24 rim and a Sycros's rim with Maxxis Crossmark tires on. Thats me on the bike at a race last year. Sorry, don't have a better photo. If you see it please let me know.

The quote should include all works that needs to be done and be clearly stated then no unhappiness would come when the customer receives the invoice. Would the R50 fitting cost at Solomons have included sealant?

Got the MTN Qhubeka kit thats Vermarc. My favorite kit at the moment.

LOL, good one.

From what I can see is they took a 1980's track bike and made it a singlespeed. Hope that answers your question.

Thanks River Rat. Enjoyed the read so far. Can't wait for the next chapter.