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Thanks I will hunt down some nuts and give it a whirl

The Time cleats are sort of flexible and form to the curve in the shoe with no issue. Its just that I am battling to find screws that are short enough!

Hey Hubbers Anyone got experience with Time RXS cleats and Suplest road carbon shoes? Got some shiny new shoes from Santa and keen to get out with them but the screws I had in both my Sidi and Spez shoes are too long for the super thin sole on the Suplest. Went to CWC where the shoes were bought and they ground my screws a bit shorter but now the threads are not working. (and the screws still look a bit long) Went to Brights and got the shortest screws they have and they are still too long! (Pushing the sole insert up) Tried washers but I can't have the screw head sticking out from the cleat for obvious reasons. Anyone got any other ideas? And no I will not change to Look, Shimano or any other pedals! Thanks Mike

Thanks guys. I will plan to drag someone up there with me

Hi Hubbers Just wondering if anyone knows if we can get access to the old road from the bottom these days? I rode up the "new road" about a month ago and saw that the pedestrian gate was open at the top. Just wondering if there is pedestrian / cyclist entry possible at the bottom? I know ages ago we could squeeze through the gate even when locked but that the gates have both long since been upgraded. Keen to get some hill repeats done on the quieter road away from the weekend cars and motor bikes in the run up to Die Burger if possible. Thanks, Mike

Thanks JB! Another 2 questions around the same topic, 29nr forks. Question 1: I have a steel Niner frame and am looking for a new fork. (And no rigid single speed is not an option for me at this time!) I see a lot of the newer forks are tapered and I have read that you can get an adapter bit for your headset that effectively puts the "fat" bit just below your steerer tube. (Apologies for any jargon mishaps) Is this worth considering this adapter or should I rather just stick with a finding a decent Rockshox fork with straight steerer fork? Question 2 Thru axle or QR? I currently run a Maverick SC32 with their propriety thru axle which feels great but due to its age and ongoing reliability issues I am looking to replace it. Either way I will need to build a new wheel so the question is whether in your opinion the thru axle option is the best at this time? Thanks, Mike Thanks, Mike

Nice going Dubber working hard today I see! But has this helped or hindered our decision making process for that Joburg2C entry??

Cool so the Reba is sounding good, but what about the Maxle LITE thru / axle question?

Next question for anyone who is interested, is the "thru-axle" / "Maxle Lite" axle worth the trouble and potential additional cost? The Maverick has a propriety hub with a thru axle so I will be building a new wheel up too...

LOL um if you have the $$$ you can have the fork! I have had it with Malan's guys for service and for the last seal that popped. It has popped again less than 5 or 6 rides since the last repair!

Hey Hubbers My current fork an old Maverick SC which is really really plush is or has almost reached its end of life. 2 popped seals on the front brake side and the subsequent loss of braking power and suspension in less than 6 rides is pushing me to shop around for a replacement. So what should I be looking at? I am not keen on a rigid fork of any kind! Its looking like Rockshox or Fox at this point. I want something popular that I can get fixed on day 2 of Sani for example. (You guessed it no one would touch the Maverick) Oh and if it can be a good weight and plush, it must be plush! Budget will most likely top out at R3-4K Any tips or advice would be appreciated! Mike

Sounds fair to me, where are you based?

Hey Hubbers I have one of the older Magic light setups, the one with the black battery in a pouch. Maybe what is referred to as the 808 model? Bought it second hand over a year ago and it was working fine up till a few weeks ago. Symptom I have is that when I connect the charger to the battery the LED on the charger shows green instead of red and no matter how long I leave it connected the head unit button shows red as soon as I connect the battery. It obviously dies shortly after. Does this mean I have: 1. A battery issue? 2. A charger issue? In either case where could I get 1 or 2? Thanks for any help. Mike

Nice job to everyone involved

<p>Hey Hubbers</p> <p> </p> <p>Doing the 50 miler and wondering if someone from Durbanville area wanted to "car pool"?</p> <p> </p> <p>Drive through to finish, leave 1 car there, and other at start. That way we wouldn't have to wait for the shuttle.</p> <p> </p> <p>PM me to make plans. I stay in Pinehurst Durbanville.</p> <p> </p> <p>Mike</p>

Hey Hubbers In need of a new rear tyre for the hard tail Niner. Running Sunringle rims and had a Geax Saguaro non tubeless that had been converted and was running well. Thinking about either the same or maybe a Continental X King 2.2 even though the Contis seem hard to find. Anyone got any tips? Mainly doing endurance stuff and living in the Durbanville area. Thanks! Mike

Dudes Semi hijack.... I have my now pregnant wife's entry up for sale. Legit reason for sale and I will take only R200 as a token of good faith ;-) Any takers? Mike

Thanks for the quick replies people. Not sure on the exact model he was talking about but expecting to pay around R480 for the rear hub.

Hey Hubbers Getting a rear wheel built for the 29nr HT next and the LBS is suggesting Novatec rear hub as I am on a tight budget Probably going to be this one http://www.novatec.com.tw/novatec/english/p_show.php?sid=229 The Durability warning is a bit of a concern... Anyone had any long term use on these? Any good, are they durable etc? Thanks! Mike

Totally agree with Majestic. I used to think that an asthma attack after a hard training ride was normal and that's why I had ventolin. Then I saw a chest specialist (pulmonologist) who did all manner of tests and prescribed some chronic meds that manages the condition. Now I just take a puff of ventolin before a training ride or race and haven't had an attack for years.

Thanks for the alternative Rude, more interweb searching on for this afternoon! Dirt-rider - thanks for the tip, not sure how keen mom will be on me attempting a gap jump with or without junior on board!

Thanks Chubba Looked at the weeride but was worried about how it mounts with regards to cables running along the top tube? Is this a potential issue? Good work on getting junior to wear his lid, ours also has an issue with hats etc, haven't tried a lid yet!

Thanks for the Take 2 tip the local importer quoted me R1200. Do you have to pay additional import duties or is the price you see on the take 2 site the total cost? And the final question is would take 2 deal with any warranty claims etc?

Thanks XTC1 Seen all the pics etc on the interwebs but always good to hear from someone who has the item. You can get them from buycycle now as well as directly from the "official importer" www.iBertsouthafrica.co.za Love the kids on bikes thread.

Hey Hubbers Looking to get the youngest hubber in the family into bike riding and have been looking at the Ibert Green Safe-T-Seat. http://www.ibertinc.com/ I like the idea of having the little dude on the front so he can see where we going and get a feel for what bike riding is actually about. Anyone own one of these? Can you suggest an alternative or offer a review of how solid the seat is and how well it works? Not a cheap item so would like to get some feedback prior to paying up. Thanks, Mike