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Cajees sucks! I only buy stuff from solomons in woodmead. Achter is an absolute gentleman with a real good heart. Id give those guys the business any day of the week. Must be honest, have'nt had too many pleasent experiences with bike shops in JHB. No one gives an objective opinion and just want your $$$$$ But the worst by an absolute mile are Cajees, wouldnt give those fools 10cents of mine

Brett is a gentleman of note. His opinions are honest and objective. If I were in the market, Id go to him in a second

Funnily enough, I spoke to MArk at Troi sport and he said that weight can virtually be ignored in a TT bike. Comfort and optimal riding position is everything.

Interesting thread. I was also thinking about a TT bike, decided against it for the time being as Im getting married, moving etc so cash flows are destined outwards. From what Ive heard, the benefit is minimal on 70.3 for a TT bike. However bear in mind that Im sure you'd be doing other events where a TT bike will definately be beneficial. What TT bike you looking at?

Not to change the topic, but are there any charities for argus? Would be keen to put something together if anyone else out there shares my sentiment

I was very sceptical about the race as I had heard bad things in the past. But you guys are'nt taking it for what it is, a MTB race in the middle of JHB and Sandton, its never gonna come close to places like the magalies and parys for example. Its just not practical. I actually enjoyed the route and thought it was really well ut together, well marked, good water points and a great vibe. I partoculary enjoyed the comments from the prisoners as we rode past I'd do it again.

I agree with the comment above. Used to have a manitou drake and have since moved to a fox, like night and day! Definately fork first then wheels.

Agreed, thats why I prefer MTB races to road races by a mile. Yesterday was great coz cars by and large were eliminated, but the other problem is the other riders. People are just too unpredictable. Nothing safe about riding in a bunch with that many strangers.

The black one looks sweet! Bottom line, when buying a new bike you gotta go for the one that speaks to you. The one that makes you wanna ride it. We can all sit and talk about the best value bike out there, but if it does'nt make you wanna ride dont buy it. Even if it costs you a few extra bucks, it'll be worth it.

At parys island dirtmax its advertised as 60k's, i clocked 48k's! When we asked the organiser he just shrugged his shoulders. A k or two makes no difference. 12k's on the other hand irritates me! Also remember the lines you take make a difference.

Thats it, im done with NF as well as JHB. Very excited for my move down to the Wester Cape. I know its not perfect there and peeps still get bike jacked, but I have'nt heard of it being as violent as it seems to be up here. I know some may think Im part of the problem in that I dont stand up and be counted in the fight against these b@stards, but these guys have nothing to lose and to be honest I do. Just is'nt worth it. This is very very very sad news.

I said it in the ''carnage in the cradle'' post but Ill say it again Its all as a result of everyone disrespecting each other, cyclists do what they like, motorists do what they like. Until people learn to respect one another and uphold the laws then you gonna have this prob for the rest of time.

What a bunch of tossers. Ive almost been taken out there once by a Mitusbishi Colt 4*4, would have preferred drawing pins in my tyres to be honest. That car was just too damn close, can still feel the heat of that engine! It comes down to respect, no one seems to respect each other, be it cyclists or motorists, everyone just seems to think that the world was desgined for them and no one else. Pretty much just a reflection of what the world has become, its all about the indiviual. People cannot empathise with one another, or can they feel happy for someone. Sad. IMHO

There was a clip on a duesouth xterra episode last week which mentioned bike setup. 3 key factors 1. you want your seat to be high enough that at the bottom of the pedal stroke there is a bend in your knee, apparently 27 degrees. 2. You want the angle between your torso and your arms to be 90 degress when fully extended on the bars. for a road bike, i think you must be on the hoods 3. if you drop a plumb line from your knee when in the 3 and 0 oclock position, the weight at the bottom should appear as if it goes through the pedals axle hope this help

Interesting thread. I have had this debate with my riding partner and some friends recently. A friend of mine who is an avid runner bought an HRM to improve his performance. Anyways cut a long story short he noticed that his heart rate was through the roof even when he was not exerting himself very much. So off he went to the GP who said its high, and then to the cardiologist for a check up. The cardio said to him that he gets at least 2 people a week coming in to his office who have just purchased a HRM, and are freaked out because their MAX HR does'nt agree to the one per the formula. He said that in a nutshell, everyone is different in size shape and form, and therefore one cannot apply a formula to determine a MAX HR, it needs to be done based on max exertion. My riding partner and I are the same age, however im 6ft and he is about 6ft6. How on earth could we eve have the same MAX HR based on a formula? Also, if you research the formula method on the net you will see that it was desgined for patients recovering from heart surgery back in the 60's so as not to over exert them. In summary, we are all different and the formula, while a guidline, is inaccurate. If you want to determine your max heart rate, find a hill in your area, roughly 500m long and give it horns up the hill. do this 5 times and see what you max at. That will give you a better indication of you MAX HR than the formula. It is important that people determine their max HR correclty, because HR training is hugely valuable for the average Joe (myself) who does'nt want to go get VO2 tested and bla bla bla.

Big up on the brake pads and the spokes. Yes the multitool has a chainbreaker Have the UST valve already

Afternoon one and all I am entered for the Subaru Kalahari Challenge in July, and while I have a vague Idea of what to bring, I was wondering if there is anything I could be leaving out which maybe some kind people could assist me with. As it stands I have thought of the following - bike related for now, but feel free to post anything else you may think I will find usefull Spare chain Chain links Quick links Spare rear derailer Shock pump and tyre pump Lube Brushes and clean green Hanger Spare tyre Spare tubes (3?) Cable ties Duct tape Pocket knife Multi tool Tyre levers bombs and hand pump Puncture repair kit Gators All I can think of for now. Any advice or comment would be welcome and appreciated.

I am part of team Subaru Southern Africa

thank you! at least there are some people who have value to add

another bit of sarcasm. You guys are the best!

Thanks!

Hi there Any advice would be muchly appreciated. Myself and a mate are entered for the kalahari challenge at the end of July roughly 1 months time. Any advice on how we should train? At the moment we doing about 7-8 hours a weekend Not sure how much/little we should be doing Thanks!

Indoor trainers do tend to eat normal tyres. Most guys use a training tyre which is a hrder compund, and is usually orange in colour to differentiate.

Here is what to do, I had the same problem 1. Loosen all the bolts on the stem and the headset 2. Tighten the headset bolt first (the one on the top), this pulls the fork up and into the headset 3. Then tighten the bolts on the stem after making sure your bar is straight

There was a book written called ''dont run'' or something like that. Basically it was saying that the second you run away from an animal it thinks you are 'food' and hence chases you. I find the best thing to do is slow down and scream and shout at the thing. Eventually it gets the idea and buzzes off. Ok if its a pitbull u in for k@k, but for the most part Ive found that by not running and looking it in the eyes and screaming at it works!