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I vote garmin. used polar for ages, but got into triathlons and more mountain biking. garmin alot easier to switch between bike/run, they 310XT is perfect for this. and the new 910XT is almost launched. you do have to charge the garmins, but have not found this a problem as you normally plug into pc when you download. for stage races have to take charger with. i also enjoy the navigation of the garmin edge 800, has got me back home when I've been exploring on the road or trails, and fastest route home in the rain!! also garmin is at least ant+ active, so can pair power meter if you ever want to, polar not there yet.

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jees, you have had bad luck! saw your pot about being jacked in stellenbosch also: https://community.bikehub.co.za/topic/104384-assulted-and-bike-jacked/

Tim, my ears are sore from all the whining! Ya, chris gale was on the ride also, and he wasn't in a good mood!

tough race, conditions made it a killer. managed a good ride though, won it in 4h40 with TimHenman. hope its dry when we ride thru for j2C!! the single track will be awesome in the dry...

Graham Diesel's Funeral will be on friday 18th feb 10am at Mondeor Methodist Church. All who would like to pay respects are welcome to attend. thanks

RIP to my great Uncle Graham Diesel... such sad news! he is the reason i started cycling. and his commitment inspiring! will post details of memorial/funeral if any are wanting to attend...

RIP to my great Uncle Graham Diesel... such sad news! he is the reason i started cycling. and his commitment inspiring! will post details of memorial/funeral if any are wanting to attend...

checked out ur blog and commented. check it out...

the j2c website has a decent training plan/guidelines by gary beneke. should be more than enough unless you are a race snake....

anyone know when the Spez epic 29er will be available here? http://www.specialized-sa.co.za/contentbike.php?range=200&year=&bike=216

hi all just wanted some feedback and help on what IDT to buy? looking to get one from local bike stores, or will order from CRC... thanks

4500km. started riding in april this year. 99% mtb. gonna try for 9000km next year. Joberg2c should help with some of the km's

fissan baby paste, works like a charm to heal up friction areas and saddle sores. can use friars balsam also, burns like hell but will dry it out and in time harden up the skin...

hey there. i got a a Rock Shock SID and had the same prob after i got it back from a service, cos it was set up by the LBS first time and was working fine, but after service was very stiff. iv found the best is to play around with the - and + air settings and ride it by feel. - air setting are for small bumps, more air = softer ride. + air setting for the big hits, more air = harder ride on big hits. i have my air setting on 115psi for -, and 130psi for +. i am 2metres tall and weigh 95kg. my sag is on about 30%. they say 10 - 35% sag is recommended, depends on rider. i have found that with more sag you have sharper turning, as fork doesn't depress on the turns as much. i am still playing around with the + air settings, as havnt got full full travel yet, but ride feels good and dont wanna mess with it to much...\ sorry for the long story, but hope that helps

know this is a old post, but in hilton this weekend and keen to ride on sat morning! anyone know of a group mtb ride? thanks

anyone?...

oh, and it the best way to measure chain wear styill with a metal inch ruler with the whole 12 inch system...

hi all... need some advice please. had a new chain fitted by LBS when had a frame issue, as they said chain was worn to 1%. they said i may need to get a new cassette, as new chain may not fit and slip. at first was ok, but now slipping a bit in some gears, not all, after about 500km's. And can ride with no major problems. question is : 1) do i ride with current set up till slipping gets worse and then fit new chain and cassette? (which i have in my spares box). 2) or do i fit a new cassette now with the 500km old chain? how often do you guys chain your cassette? and does chain rotation help? heard that rotating 2 or 3 chains every 200km will make cassette and chains last alot longer.. thanks...

hi all. wondered if any body has tried to get or has experience with custom fit saddles? i think specialized has a programme for it? getting a sore bum and dont wanna get saddle sores, as got some raw areas now, and wondering if it is the saddle? have taken up mtb and doing 70km races and training for stage races, so maybe its just the increased time in the saddle? does the skin harden up with more training? thanks

Thanks trubs. I'll try put in an offer this wk for some land. The on call card doesn't work when u on ur mtb!! Till then any friendly meyersdal residents?

so do you know how to get in there now?

hi all. i stay in glenvista and wanted to see if any hubbers stay in the meyersdal nature estate? i see some people MTB riding around the perimeter and it seems there are some nice paths looking on google earth. i have tried to go for a ride in the estate but security are having none of it. its really close to my house and would love to pop in for training ride in the week. so does anyone live in the estate or now how i can get in to have a ride and check it out? estate manager says i need to befriend a residint to get access thanks

wicked idea!!! do it... and cant believe tim henman does mtb!! professional tennis and mtb, and a doctor... talented guy.