Nimby

Pornstar - I really enjoy the Whasp products and will be shopping on the site. How about producing (or just selling on the site)some reputable energy / nutrition bars to supplement the gels and drinks?

Don't think there is a "best" saddle. It depends on the size of the caravan that you're towing. Mines's unfortunately quite large, so the Selle Italia Prolink works for me but I'm sure it'd be too wide for the guys in the flyweight division...

I've also got my old one and agree - R30 per entry is still a good deal.

I also have an '09 Trance X2 and have done the following for well under R8k: - Wheelset - upgraded to XT M778 (15mm) with Continental Mtn and Speed King UST Tyres and Stans. Kept the old wheels for training and backup. - Drivetrain - upgraded to XT shifters and M772 shadow R/D - Brakes - upgraded to XT - Bars - upgraded to Easton Monkeylite XC low-rise - Stem - upgrade to Thomson X4 - Seatpost - upgrade to Thomson Elite Forks and shock work just fine - could possibly go lighter but only for lots of $$$. I'm not the lightest of riders so a blend of weight savings and increased reliability is key.

Me too - not just MTB shoes - any shoes are too narrow usually. Would love to know if there are certain brands that come in wide sizes...

Great set of wheels but R6k sounds too much. This is from Chain Reaction Cycles (you'll need to add VAT on to get an all-in price): Hope Pro 2 Disc Front 32h Black 0.00 ZAR DT Swiss XR 4.2d Limited Edition Rim 32h White 26inch 361.64 ZAR DT Swiss Spokes Competition Stainless DB Black 2mm-1.8mm 53.18 ZAR Velox Rim Tape Cloth 17mm 21.27 ZAR Hope Pro 2 Disc Rear 32h Black 0.00 ZAR DT Swiss XR 4.2d Limited Edition Rim 32h White 26inch 361.64 ZAR DT Swiss Spokes Competition Stainless DB Black 2mm-1.8mm 53.18 ZAR Velox Rim Tape Cloth 17mm 21.27 ZAR DT Swiss Nipple Upgrade Alloy Anodized Red - Pair of Wheels (Not UST) 170.08 ZAR Selected Package Price: 3254.58 ZAR

? That is definitely my next bike

I think it's pretty good actually. "Vince" sounds very knowledgeable about the trails in Jhb - perhaps he is also a MTB'er in his leisure time...

Good question. I'd like to add - What are the main differences between the C and SL that make the SL's lighter and more expensive?

Count me in that group - just the once though

Daylight savings is an absolute no-brainer! It works everywhere else in the world and (despite all the anti-African sentiments) will work here too.

Definitely go tubeless. I had a flat - big spike through my front tyre - recently at the Bundu Bash. The hole was too big to seal with just the sealant so put in a plug, spun the wheel and inflated with a bomb - good as new and fixed in about 2 minutes. For the record I have XT wheels and Nobby Nic tyres with Stans sealant.

Wouldn't it be great if someone designed a neoprene "condom" that would fit around the bike when being transported? I've only had my bike for 6 months but there is rubbing / wear on the frame and top of the fork - very irritating!

Holy - you're not alone...

No movement at all in mine.

You really need to relax! It's a forum - that's the whole point.