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This seems like the worst kept secret https://road.cc/content/news/cav-spotted-astana-qazaqstan-alicante-airport-298623

This website is full of those sort of videos in the UK. https://road.cc/tags/road-rage 2 of the more memorable incidents. Fairly typical behaviour it seems... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2PFRdEUN240

What a marvellously random fun fact

2.0m fence ? Wow. OK. I can imagine the farmer standing with his hands in the air asking 'What do you want me to do ? ' My wife's father was a sheep farmer and stock theft is a terrible problem. Good luck with your training and future Q.O.M's

All these anecdotes are fun, but I will be the Karen for a second. How or why are these potentially dangerous dogs out on the loose ? Has anyone approached this particular farmer to ask him to control his animals? Or does this road run through his farm and anyone on it is fair game ?

Let us know what you think of that combo.

https://road.cc/content/feature/behold-aurum-magma-ultimate-racing-bike-298521

I also like European TV shows after all the American stuff. It's got a different rhythm and style.

That bike is pretty hot

If you don't go the suggested Vittoria combo, perhaps look at a Bonty XR4 front and XR3 rear. I found the Barzo and Mezcal a bit 'light' so went for a pair of 2.35" Agarro's. They feel a bit tougher.

Seems right for double black DH runs, but possibly overkill for someone who does the 'occasional Vasbyt less extreme Snake Trails'.

I second @Mansoor suggestion Otherwise, you could try The Gear Change in Mowbray for a service and setup (one stop shop)

31.8mm is an unusual seatpost diameter. What bike do you have ? This may be of no use to you... https://evobikes.co.za/product/mr-control-s-post-shim-27-2-31-6mm-sleeve/

Also in italics: Would the wheel circumference on other brands of ebikes be any different ? 🤡

In line with what Nico suggests, what are your current tyres and what do you think of them ? Why not get the same, or are you looking for something different ? Are they not grippy enough or do you find them heavy WRT to rolling resistance ? Not sure what stock levels are like at the moment, but your choices might be limited to what the shop actually has on the shelves. You could pop in at The Gear Change and The Uitsig Bike Park to pick their local knowledge brains.

Some posts in this thread : It has evolved slightly since the 1st build pics, but its pretty dialled now. Love the bike!

It's brilliant! (Actually got it from @Prince Albert Cycles 😎 ) It takes the sting out of the hard knocks and don't I notice any unnecessary flex otherwise. The 'compression dive' that many people expect isn't really an issue as the range of motion is really quite small. They are not light, nor are they cheap. BMC bikes are now incorporating a version of them on some of their bikes I need to get one for my Wife's bike as well. https://redshiftsports.com/products/shockstop-suspension-stem https://bikerumor.com/bmc-ics-mtt-suspension-stem-by-redshift/

Mostly picnic stuff 🤣

A cheeky 2 day trip from George to Plett and then home for Xmas

Beautiful video! Gee Milner (Dream Build) also has some great content.

Excellent! I am back from holiday and looking for a distraction.

Sorry to hear that. Glad to hear that your bike was returned. Well done to those who gave chase. I live in Kenilworth, so am interested to hear when this happened (what time of day) and where along the Main Rd ?

I think that the newer sign is not correct. The PPA / City of Cape Town endorsed one should be followed. A lot of work went into this trail network with Go / No Go sections on the greenbelts. Lets all stick to that.

Eish! Please be sure to report to police and get a CAS Number.

Sorry to hear that Where you hurt ? What time of day was that ?