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I rode up this morning Huge improvements Nice work guys!

Are you talking about this ?

Thanks The 11-40 cassette seems to be working OK. I got an old one to test the system, but the teeth are worn, so I need to splurge for a new one. I am struggling to get the chain length right though - I am nervous to go too short so that the mech isn't too stretched on the climbing gear, but the chain seems loose and clangy when on the flats. It got me thinking that maybe the Sram 11-36 cassette would be a better compromise.

They use that on their Checkpoint bikes Many brands are putting short travel shocks on some of their range. With dropper seatposts and with 2.35" tyre clearance... And don't forget Niner's MCR. So, @Iwan Kemp's first post this thread is more relevant than ever.

You may not liek the new version either... https://bikerumor.com/pinarello-grevil-f-gravel-race-bike/ Good news is: they kept the Fork Flap !

That looks amazing Rental bike with a Brooks saddle ? That's pretty cool!

Sorry to hear that. That is not how you wanted to finish your holiday. Glad you are (mostly) OK. Be careful with that recovery and pay attention to any concussion symptoms. Hope you are back on your bike soon!

Great riding Congrats to the winners I was expecting Matt Beers to wipe the floor with everyone though. Especially after his success in the US and A.

If there is such a wide variance of who eats or drinks what, then people should pay for their own stuff. Of course, it's much more simple to split equally, but there are people who score and those who lose in those scenarios.

I went from our usual coffee and tea mugs straight to Acme. They are expensive, but robust and should last a long time. They do need to be warmed up before you make your coffee in there, as they are thick and will suck the heat out if you start from cold.

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Season 4 of Stranger Things has just dropped

Is it enough for what ? Where and what do you ride? I have the XT 1x11 46 cassette and it's OK, but am jealous of my mates riding Sram Eagle.

So, without going the whole 'request a quote' route, what sort of moolah are we looking at here ?

Season 2 I am not really loving it. Story is weird, so the acting is strange and CGI is not good at all. I am forcing myself to finish and hope like hell that they don't make a 3rd season. The Western Cape scenery is fantastic though.

Nope. Will add it to the queue Thanks for the heads up! I am still wading my way through 'Raised by Wolves'.

Social distancing ? Did you take your own bike with you ?

https://bikehub.co.za/classifieds/item/lights-and-batteries/509754/garmin-varia-ut-800-smart-headlight https://www.garmin.com/en-ZA/p/550821 This price must annoy the other retailers https://www.takealot.com/garmin-varia-ut800-smart-headlight/PLID46866690

Awesome. Enjoy! Be sure to keep sending pics

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I don't know who can guarantee 100% waterproof... But, I have had good experience with this little guy. I use it with the saddle rail mount, so its more compact and neater. Edit: Having said that, if I was to get a new light, I would pony up and get that Bontrager Flare to match my headlight. https://www.giant-bicycles.com/za/recon-tl-100-2020 https://www.giant-bicycles.com/za/recon-tl-200-100-saddle-rail-mount-2020 Review: https://road.cc/content/review/269121-giant-recon-tl-100

I have an older Mule and have no issues with it. Never tried anything else, so am not sure what I would try and improve on it. Uswe seem to be getting good reviews, but are quite a bit more expensive. Price and availability will be big factors in your final choice.

I don't have a 515, but I won't be rushing out to buy the 715 any time soon... (especially at the that price: https://www.garmin.com/en-ZA/p/721258/pn/010-02475-00) The current gadget is quite sizeable, but that new one is just huge. Wow!

Not sure if there is a 2022 DC thread yet, but date has been announced 26th Nov I don't know if teams are 10 or 12 this year. https://doublecentury.co.za/