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RobertWhitehead

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  1. If memory serves, I think she has the same config as this set: https://bikehub.co.za/classifieds/item/mountain-bike-wheels/685162/29er-wheelset but yeah, the easiest will be to get an additional set although bear in mind that you will have to get an additional 10 speed cassette as well
  2. The year was somewhere in the late 2020's when I perused the classifieds minding my own business only to stumble upon a neglected and worn down Pyga Pascoe 140. If memory serves this is a 2015 model and the original owner applied some elbow grease and or other chemicals to eliminate "most" but alas not "all" of the once gleaming paintwork to run it exposed for everyone to peak under her proverbial skirt. Before: It took me a few years to decide what I wanted to do with her, but the moment inspiration struck there was no turning back. This is a once off custom look. I increased the size of the decals but kept it quite minimal rather than some flashy billboard 😁. The paint color is a silver pearl with a royal blue candy (for those like me saying huh? - it is a silver base coat with a royal blue candy). What this translates to: in low light this frame appears just a normal blue but once the sun hits it then BAMM! It will shine like the skinny vampire in the Twilight films 🤣. For the rest of the parts I am going with: Fork - Marzocchi Dorado (160mm) Shock - Rockshox Monarch Plus Brakes - SRAM Guide G2 4 piston Groupset - Most likely XT 1x12 Wheels - Newly built (unbranded) wheels with Novatec Hubs and XD drive This once off build will hit the classifieds near you within the next week or two 😃, happy Friday everyone
  3. I know of a bike shop in EL that has a 34.9 post, can get it here. But then again, I am sure there's better options .
  4. I tend to agree with you @Chadvdw67, I've seen this guy re-posting his crap over and over without removing the old stuff. To be honest I've seen one or two items which I thought I may be keen to own but for some weird reason I decided not to contact him, now I know why, it was my spidey-senses warning me to steer clear 🥴
  5. It is always a tough one, send it back IMO as it is non functional
  6. This! Nothing will change unless the root of the problem is addressed. If you have a look at a basic thing like "Maslow's hierarchy of needs" you will see that the first and most basic need is not even achieved by a lot of people here and you our beautiful country. I mean do a quick calculation, take someone working in and or around your house, now take the cost of your bike: Bike price / his or her daily rate =??? It will take them not days or months but rather years of saving everything he / she earns to be able to afford something basic like a bike. The problem that needs to be addressed is not where to place your weapon whilst out on your bike but rather how do we as a community uplift everyone and not just stay behind our 10 foot walls and security fences.
  7. So let me try and explain with my limited knowledge: it has all to do with the angles, I am sure some of the more experienced guys will chime in and guide us better. Your bike came with a head angle of 71deg. If you put more travel that angle will reduce but everything else will remain the same. This is what I would call "riding a slap noodle". These folks explain it better https://mbaction.com/geometry-school-head-on-with-head-angles/
  8. So let me try and explain with my limited knowledge: it has all to do with the angles, I am sure some of the more experienced guys will chime in and guide us better. Your bike came with a head angle of 71deg. If you put more travel that angle will reduce but everything else will remain the same. This is what I would call "riding a slap noodle". These folks explain it better https://mbaction.com/geometry-school-head-on-with-head-angles/
  9. 1) Yes, you can increase the travel but I won't go more than 120mm, I have a friend who had a 2015 Anthem and it worked a treat (he's also heavier) 2) No, I have not done this before but why would you want to? If you boost in the front you are still going to have non-boost in the back so selling the set will be quite hard 3) Ya, this is quite easy, you just remove the top bearing cup and fit a standard cup with a smaller ID bearing.
  10. Ya, I do have a few yes, thank you Barry
  11. Thank you for the shout out @RobynEand @ChrisF, much appreciated. @Redhotneoyou're welcome to reach out, even if just for advice on which option, no strings attached.
  12. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/310543771589101/?mibextid=9R9pXO
  13. Wait, scratch that, I have some carbon wheels.
  14. I would definitely convert the HT and get a dual. From a riders point of view a dual is way more forgiving and comfortable than a HT. Thank you very much for all the inputs, I think I am going to go with a flat bar (just because I have everything & I'll be able to increase the stopping power with proper brakes), rigid with tubeless gravel tires and some ZTRs with Hope hubs. I think I am going to gooi a 38T oval (if it fits the frame) with 12 speed at the back. Think it will break 9kg
  15. I have a carbon HT frame I'm keen to turn into a gravel bike. This will be for resale not to keep for myself. Which option in your opinion will be best: 1) Bull horn bars with mtb shifters and brakes (hydraulic) 2) Gravel bars with STIs and cable disc calipers? I have just about everything needed for option 1 but I am also a purest and don't want to build something that's going to be, well, rubbish 😁
  16. To get the helicoil won't be an issue. I also have the kit if needed
  17. If you're in Gauteng I will be able to help in getting it sorted. My guess is that the BB is too long and will be quite simple to swop and bring into alignment. Those square tapered BBs are very cheap.
  18. Please ignore stupid or obvious comments and use the better ones 1) Are you using a NW ring? This may explain why it drops (can be a stupid comment) 2) Is the chain the correct length (again, this can be idiotic) 3) As per NC you can use the middle or outer ring position but if the chain drops then moving the ring won't help much, you'll still get some grinding closer to the top. 4) Are the crank arms straight or do they have a natural bend in the arms around the middle. If straight you won't have much to play with in point 5 5) What's the width of the BB you have installed? You will notice that the BB is most likely a 118 or longer to accommodate the 3x. It is possible for you to get a shorter BB which will eliminate the issue. But, you may need to play with some options or post some kiekies and I can assist. If all else fails it is time to get a new bike
  19. The platform is getting soooooo annoying lately, it is extremely buggy and the latest addition to my frustration is that I can't reply to any messages to ads either on the phone nor the laptop. Here's a screen recording of what's happening. Same on the laptop. I get an email notifying me of a new chat I open the email and click on the reply button It opens the Hub and shows the history of all my chats and then doesn't allow me to open the chat which I originally wanted to reply to. I use Brave browser on the phone and Chrome on the laptop Screen_Recording_20231027_080536_Brave.mp4
  20. Here's my prediction: 1) OP requests opinion on aspect with very little additional information 2) Everyone provides feedback with the very little information provided and ask for clarity on some elements 3) The larger BH community gets into heated discussions regarding opinions and answers given 4) OP dissappears and leaves everyone wondering about the outcome Is it Friday yet?
  21. It's only a "steal" if you're the end user. If you bought them to sell on again then not so much
  22. Hey there, Unless they changed it (I don't think they have). Then no, the weekly goal increases and decreases to stay in line with the amount of training you do or don't do. The limit if memory serves is 1200 & the more you train the closer it gets to the max. If you then get injured or take a break the limit decreases to allow you to reach the goal faster and this then encourages you to train more often . Just imagine how deflating it will be if you come back after a break and you have to klap 1200 points to reach your goal
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