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Thanks V12man! Not sure how I missed the fact that the rocket is a single boiler.
Leaning very strong towards the Linea. Will most likely invest in a good scale thus the Volumetric Controls aren't too big of an issue.
Any other comments or recommendations?
Hi Guys!
Need your expert advice, please. I know little less than zero about Espresso Machines but am busy reading up on them.
Required coffees per day...
Roughly 4 singles and 2 doubles per day.
Thus, the machine will be used 6 times a day and 8 cups will be made, will probably vary between Americano, Cappuccino and the odd Latte.
I am trying to decide between the following two machines, PLEASE help!
or the soon to be launched
Thanks, guys/girls.
Serious question... Why does the service interval change?The two models you mentioned have the horizontal shock set up which has been dropped by many manufacturers. While the vertical shock uses the space a 2nd water bottle cage would occupy, it does end up with longer service intervals which is very appealing for riders doing longer mileage. For those of us not using dropper posts, we use a seatpost mounted bottle cage for longer rides.
Does shock wear and tear change depending on shock orientation? Why?
Thanks.
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Does anyone know the retail for the current Spark 900 RC?Very nice. Sure there is to be a 20% increase on the price tags for 2017 models...
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Ok, this throws a spanner in the works. Had my heart set on the Scalpel-Si Team, but think this is going to be better value for money.
Still chucking the fork and putting a lefty on.
Edit: Let me rather wait for official pricing before I make statements like that.
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Looking at Specialized, the difference between Dealer Cost and MSRP is a whopping 54% on their bikes.
Not picking on Spez here, I ride one myself, pretty sure it is the same with the other big brands.
But what to do? You want the bike you pay the price!
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Bliksem! What a brilliant idea!!Maybe the perfect opportunity to pool the purchasing power of Hubbers and develop an app to combine weekly requirements for spares, bulk order from wherever it is the cheapest, save on shipping and distribute to individuals via Mr. Delivery. Like Uber for bicycle parts.
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Goodluck. We all have to start somewhere hey. I've been hovering around 2.4w/kg for some time now, goal is to to get to over 3w/kg by September or so.
Good luck dude, and remember there are lots of people who have done it and can help along the way
Thanks for the encouragement and motivation guys. I'll be sure to ask if I need help and will update as FTP change! (Weight already coming down)
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I'd be very nervous to put those on a mountain bike, in fact at more than R20k there is no way I would if I think about the one or two times i've cracked my spds on a rock....doubt P1s could take much of that.
Hi travisza. Thanks, I also think they won't last long on a MTB, or wouldn't want to risk it.
... I'd also be wary of pedals and pedal strikes on MTB rides, think the stages pm might be more robust.
G
Agree.
Thanks a gazillion, if I do buy one I'll shoot you a message. ????Hi
I'm not experienced enough to comment on how good it is, but it works, just a couple of things you need to set to get it working everywhere. "It" being any external power meter.
Just on me your number and I can help.
I run standard round
G
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Awesme, are you happy with your Stages power-meter?
As mentioned I was looking at the Power2Max power meters, but unfortunately they are not compatible with Oval rings.
Do you run a Round or Oval ring on your Stages?
Thanks
Hi, Nope, The Wahoo Kickr got a build in Power meter, that works VERY well.
I opted to get the Stages for my bike so that I have power on the outrides also. and since I'm using TrainerRoad I decided to use this as my primary source of Power readings, indoor on TrainerRoad and outdoor.
This does create some "have to know, must reads" to be aware of. I'me posting the url's below for anyone thats going to use a Kickr+3rd party power meter
G
PowerMatch
ERG Mode Explained
http://support.trainerroad.com/hc/en-us/articles/201869764-Erg-Mode-Explained
Did my first ever FTP test yesterday. FTP = 220W
Unfortunately I am a fat POS at 100kg so I'm sitting at 2.2W/kg
Luckily I have A LOT of weight to lose so that will increase the W/kg somewhat. Then I need to mention that I had to hold back on the power a bit to keep my Heart Rate in check. When my Cardiovascular fitness increase I should be able to push a couple extra Watts.
Anyway, here's to my road to 4W/kg! 
I have the Kickr on my short list but am now confused by the need for a powermeter?
Is this necessary for the Kickr?
Rob
No No! It's so nice to train with the Kickr's built-in Power meter that I'm exploring the avenues for when I'm NOT on the Kickr (Thus outside 
)
In other words... Don't only budget for the Kickr 
Hi hi
great to hear.
I'm currently only using TrainerRoad
As for Power Meter, I went with the Stages. I can use it on the trainer and then use same power source out on the rides. and as it is bike associated if I get more wheels sets it's not tied to a wheelset.
G
I'm deciding between Power2max and Stages. I want to go the Power2max route, but as far as I can tell I can't use their 1x system with an Oval ring. I don't have an Oval ring yet, but would definitely like to try it out.
Otherwise I will go the Stages route, it seems it is one of the most popular options out there, but I can't seem to find some middle ground, people either LOVE or HATE them.
Are you happy with your Stages awesme? Best place to buy?
For me it has to be P1 pedals because I have different bikes with different groupsets and different bottom brackets
edited: when I can afford them that is
I'm still riding flats, but your reasoning makes A LOT of sense. How much abuse can these Power Meter pedals take on a Mountain Bike?
Hey awesme
Absolutely loving it, just battling to make some time to ride. Had a busy week but did the 50km free trail on Zwift. Can't wait to start on TrainerRoad.
Setting everything up and connecting/pairing was a breeze.
Only "small" problem is the fact that I will have to index my rear derailleur, all the gears aren't smooth, but it's no problem if you put the Kickr in ERG mode.
Now this brings me to the following! Which power meter should I buy since it's really nice to ride/train with power data!
And...
with a couple of days behind you how you finding the Kickr.
G
Ok, cool. Thanks a million. Will report back once I've done the setup.
Unfortunately still doing the work thing... (Let me rephrase, I am still at the office.)
Re: your question regarding Apps...
For sure going to hook it up to the HTPC, TrainerRoad and Zwift will be checked out first.
Thanks for the help and starting this thread. 
hmmm
Well I run a Shimano 11 speed on my Pyga Stage, 1 x 11.
The Wahoo kickr accepted it as is, I also put my Pyga OneTwenty650 onto the kickr, that runs a 10 speed cassette, no problems.
ou will find you will be in 1 or 2 gears 90% of the time anyhow, the differences are to small to really bother/care/worry.
As far s I know the width of the Shimano 11 = SRAM 11 speed, Don't know the brand of the Cassette included, but it's 11 speed so close enough not to worry about.
G
PS the Cassette is a 11-25 that ships with it,
Cool man, he was pretty sure that the unit ships with a 10spd although I was pretty certain it's 11spd.
But now I have a question... Will the 11spd cassette that ships with the Kickr work with my 11spd chain that I have on my 2016 Camber?
Current cassette on my MTB is the SRAM XG-1150
Thanks 
Just a quick thanks to awesme and Jackhorner. I picked up my Kickr just after 13:00.
Story here.
PS. Also had awesome service from Mpho at CycleLab in Fourways, but being in the Cape that kite didn't fly, thanks a million though Mpho.
Also spoke to someone from Evobikes, the person is still suppose to come back to me, he wasn't sure about the 10spd vs 11spd cassette variations.
I thank you too!Contact Evobike they had one shipped directly to me when no one had stock
I thank you!Otherwise contact Christiaan or Sean (They're the local agents) at:
Christian Van Zyl <cvanzyl@ikhambi.co.za>
Sean Steenkamp <sean@ikhambi.co.za>
They will tell you where they have stock.
But CL had 3 last weekend still.
G
Thanks G, not showing on their website but will contact them directly.Only place I know of that got stock is CycleLab 4Ways, ask for Mpho
G
If anyone else have suggestions, please shoot.
Hi Guys, trying to locate stock but apparently my Google skills suck.
Anyone know where I can buy a Kickr?
Still don't understand why squash shoes aren't more popular in the cycling scene. You get some rather good looking, tough, light and affordable squash shoes.
I also have Hope F20 pedals and it's a killer combo.
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Wait...this is escalating quickly!
My bad, I actually meant "...leaning strongly towards the Lelit Bianca " and not Linea Mini.
But then after reading some more the Profitec Pro 700 caught my eye, but now I am actually in Linea Mini territory and completely clueless again.
I will ask advice on the grinder later but trust me I will NOT skimp on the grinder as I can gather it plays a major if not THE biggest roll.
If you guys are bored please check the official Lelit Bianca site out and give me your thoughts, please. Value for money wise it seems good, but I've read the Profitec Pro 700's are very good too.
Thanks gents.