Markellis

Yeah I second courier guy, I have sent multiple bikes from JHB to Durban, never had an issue.

I’ve been one to try all the marketing hype and fad diets etc. Low carb, high carb...I tried it all. This is what works for me: Oats pre-ride at least 2 hours before. 2 GU electrolyte tablets Bottle of 32GI on the way to the ride/race Ride is 32GI in one bottle, water in the other. Peanuts and raisins every +-45mins. Half way point 32 GI chew + 2 GU electrolyte tables. Mix different flavour 32 GI for the last half. (I carry a little bag with the powder) I always carry a backup gel a chew. That’s for 3 hour plus rides. Anything less than that I will ride just with water and peanuts. Ps. I am a mid-pack rider at best, this plan makes sure I don’t bonk and enjoy the ride and don’t swear and weep on the way home.

Awesome, thanks for the feedback. I think I’ll go this route

4th bike I have heard of falling off during transport this December. 2 off of trailers 2 off of bike racks. I don’t even use my bike rack anymore. I spend more time watching the bikes in the mirror than looking where I’m going! Lucky I’m single, kid free loser so my back seats are always down, front wheel off and bike loaded in 2 minutes. I know it’s also safe while transporting and don’t stress about theft after rides etc. After reading all of these I don’t think my emotions would cope transporting any other way

I have been looking at those as well. I’ll have to change hub but that’s not a deal breaker for me. Will be interested to see hear your feedback.

Anyone have any experience with the below supplier and treadmill? https://www.mifitnes...admill-trx4500/ I have tried the cheaper treadmills from the likes and game and makro and not interested in going that route. Sportsmanwarehouse seems impossible to get the Nordic’s they advertise. Any other suggestions for the 20-25K budget?

Anyone have any experience with the below supplier and treadmill? https://www.mifitness.co.za/product/xterra-treadmill-trx4500/ I have tried the cheaper treadmills from the likes and game and makro and not interested in going that route. Sportsmanwarehouse seems impossible to get the Nordic’s they advertise. Any other suggestions for the 20-25K budget? Thanks

Yes the mini Max is what I think will suit me, I don’t know if I would ever need more with the type of riding I do. Might be a stupid question, but can I extend my SID WC form a 100 for a 120?

Yes I remember those Some period as GungeGaurds? The mud guard things that zip tied to the down tube They were big in the 90’s

I discovered I can’t spell tyre....

Oh ok lekker, thanks G!

I’ve decided to go the Stage Max route. looking for some recommendations for a fork. R10-15k budget. Do I go 120? I’ve only ever ridden Rockshox so looking to try something new. Thanks

Ah thanks, I forgot there was one in Menlyn

Hahahahah haven’t heard that one, I’m going to use that going forward.

I am the only person who finds it virtually impossible to buy Fox kit in this country? Foxracing.co.za never has stock of anything. Cyclelab sometimes have kit but most times it’s very limited to the small sizes. Who else stocks them? I got lucky and got some shorts and shirts off OneDayOnly but thats the only place I have even been able to get anything.

My all time favourite....not equipment but when people “drive” their bikes and not ride their bikes.... I have a flat wheel...nope....it’s still round, you have a flat tire...or is it tyre...

Tires or Tyers?

That’s awesome. Patient little guy waiting so long to fit onto a new bike

I’ve had exactly the same from one of the many shops in Lynnwood Rd. Was looking at getting a Trek, went in to the shop to see what stock they have and what I would needing to spend. Every employee watched me walk around and look at what they had on the floor, not a soul even came over to greet let alone discuss bikes with me. I assume it’s because I’m not your usual petite cyclist build Left thinking they having a bad day, had to wait a few days for bonus money to clear any way. Would go back when cash was ready. Second attempt, I walked in, guy walked out and looked at me and said something along the lines of “don’t even both” Same thing, nobody bothered to come over, so I approached one of them. Explain to him what I’m looking for, can they get stock etc. You would swear I was asking to sleep with his sister! Walked out mid conversation, drove to the then Trailwolf, told them what I’m looking for etc, they gave me a demo then and there to ride. Came back from the ride and and did the payment for a top end Pyga. This was 2 years ago and since then I’ve spent many of monies at the other shops in the area (3 other brand new bikes) I wouldn’t even go back to the original shop for a valve cap!

There he is. I had absolutely no idea there would be hippo anywhere close to that area!

Where would a hippo come from in that area?

So are saying Scotts don’t have “full shockingproof frames” as listed in the specs?

It’s leaving the chain on a big chainring when parking the bike for an extended time.

Anyone looking for a Zini to restore, I would have jumped on it but it looks too big for me https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/172133074630517/

Yip agree, I think her social media following is what kept her there for the last year or two but would never have been enough to keep a full factory team ride going forward unfortunately. New generation coming through are going to get the factory rides.