SimpleDom

Just ordered 2 Ardents from CWC on special. One for my front wheel, and one spare. I'm hoping that my commuting which ATE my Spez Ground Control won't eat the Ardent as fast... I'm also really looking forward to the rail like grip it seems to offer on cornering. Now to find a suitable back tyre as the current Spez fasttrack has been good (It's useless in the wet), but wears really fast.

I didn't do last year, but I have entered this year and I'm looking forward to every pedal stroke! I'm sure there will still be plenty of tar and District roads, but those views will make it all worth it.

I love the way it looks. I'm not strong.... I'm cheating slightly with a 42T OneUp at the back... Just waiting for it to arrive. I haven't ridden any crazy climbs with the conversion yet, but I've been ok so far.

Perhaps a bit of both!

I've really been struggling with my boy (2yrs and 8 months) . He simply refuses to ride since I made him wear his helmet. If we go to cycle lab, he will ride those strider bikes for a hour in the store, but won't even look at his strider at home. I know I am doing the right thing with the helmet, but it's really tough that the little guy won't ride because of it.

Honestly, get a dropper for your Epic and keep riding downhill. It's a much cheaper option than a whole new bike. And if you still feel you need a new bike afterwards you can transfer the best upgrade you've ever bought to your new steed.

I'll throw some in too...

How are the hills in the cullinan race compared to the ones in the cradle mountain trophy day 1?

My new 1x10 conversion. 34T RaceFace narrow-wide chain ring. She's a beauty.

I have to throw my 2c in here. This place is truly a hidden gem. Whoever built these trails paid a LOT of attention to flow. It's serious fun. Nothing crazy technical... A few nice drops and short steep climbs.. I really liked it, and will definitely be back. Also tons for the kiddies if they aren't riding, and a very nice restaurant with nice showers..

Much better. Just do it. There's a special on at yuppie chef....

In for the full. I missed it last year so I'm very keen.

http://www.jetlineactionphoto.com/find_photos.php They are still identifying photos though....

I really enjoyed the race. Sure, I hated the wait... Just like everyone else. But the rest was awesome. I really can't complain about the grass trails. It's just another kind of off road terrain to master and keep things interesting. Next thing, we'll be complaining that there were too many rocks (people really need to learn to ride the rocky bits). +1 on the seeding, but I'll be back again.

I went for a lesson with Peach. He's really good at explaining the moments you need to make. Most of the stuff on YouTube is ok, but having someone right there to watch you, and who you can ask questions makes a huge difference. Remember though, the trials bike is quite a different thing to the old DS MTB... But, Peach also offers MTB lessons...

It was. But I enjoyed every minute. Except the waiting ones... But all the rest. They were good. My favourite is all the racing hero's trying to run around everyone else who had to wait.

Interestingly, I've had mixed experiences with this store... Which is why I'm following the thread. Conrad has always called me back, but I've had some challenges after workshop visits.... They are willing to fix stuff though. I just don't like having to go back...

2 Emails and 2 quick replies yesterday.... And they had to call a supplier in between.

Following this thread...

Yup. Loads of road works. Nearly came off in 2 places due to new soft sand piles....

SAS 59, group E...

Just because you used that path to get to work, doesn't mean it'll be there for your ride home....

I'm registered for both days. Looking forward to it. Thanks for the advice for the 55km climb... I may not have survived that. ;-)

Go read some of the reviews on the pyga. The reviews alone will make you want one.

I want a yellow one.