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Hi Everybody. I'm looking for some advice. I recently started to get some itch on the head specifically just above the start of my hairline on my forehead. Some days its so bad my forehead will be red after rides. Worst on very hot days. Mosy of the time its manageable and only starts to itch about 40 mins into the ride. I currently run 2 helmets one is a Bell (not shure of model) other is a 100% altus. Same experience with both. I also wash padding after every odd ride, ive switched from different products used to wash pads and even used just water. Also swapped out my shampoo and conditioner so that cant be it. Do i have toxic head sweat or is it time to go bald? Just want to know if anybody has had the same experience and what steps you took to relief the itch. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Hi everybody just wanted to share my humble 2 cents. Honestly if you want to invest in mtb i would say get a dual sus, as Aaron said i would also aim in the range of 30 to 45k. 120mm travel would be great if you want more confidence but also slack and angles play a role in that department but a 100mm dual sus is beter than a hard tail of the same travel.. If your main concern is the back wheel losing traction then dual sus will definitly be benificial. Another thought i had was that upgrading can also be expensive. I also want to add on that a 19mm inner width rim and a 2.4 tyre is a bit of a stretch, this can cause the tyres to flex side to side under lateral load so that may also be a problem that you have to increase tyre pressure to counter. In my experience lower pressure is always better and thats what make wider internal width rims so popular now a days. Also a side note had a buddy that was absolutely crazy on the downhills on any bike, he just had that skill in him. Maybe its a factor of how big the sack is if you all know what i mean : ) he feared no descent and was reckless but fast. Descending is a technique i struggle with to this day but it does get better with time and effort. But besides all that a dual sus is a big upgrade and i have seen few go back to a hardtail after, so many pros to a dual sus over a hartail To each their own and make your own informed decisions on what choice you want to make. Rember if it has 2 wheels and pedals its bound to have a fun factor. Cheers everyone!

Thanks for adding on ! Yes i have 3 brushes, i use one the cassette and chainring, softer one for the tires to get between the tire treads. And a 3rd soft one that helps get between the parraleograms on the draileur and pulley wheels. Brushes are definitely a essential in my opinion. And yes it is a big risk. I have a suc that can accomodate 1 bike inside and not as exposed. I mentioned to one other hubber how crime is such a set back. Like that Mello velo that got robbed the other day. Criminals have realised the bikes are just as valuable as a cheap car. And to be honest getting a bike off some bike racks can easily be done with blunt force.

100% i already have a mobile device that allows tap and swipe, cash and eft will also be an option. Thanks for the feedback bud.

Thanks for the feedback. I was thinking about a package deal where you would pay a set amount that gives you a set amount of washes at a lower rate than purchasing a individual wash.

Thanks for the reply my friend! We do have a coffee shop nearby that i know riders go to after their day out, also a great idea. And i agree I've seen to many people washing bikes after races that hose down the bikes with a pressure washer like its a machine gun in WW2. But that is because they want a fast solution to make more money. I support only one standard and that is the highest standard that could possibly be maintained.

Great points here Jimmy. You sometimes hear the blokes on a group ride complaining that their bike needs a wash. I do have a chain wear indicator and that will most certainly be implemented . Would also do a M check on the bike to keep the clients informed about any possible maintenance they would need shortly. I myself am extremely ocd about my bikes and with time i have made a nice routine to wash my bikes and leave them spotless. I have a big variety of cleaning supplies,sponges, brushes and stuff that i know work on the bikes. Lets just say i would challenge anyone to a bike wash competition.🤣 Also a great point about the safety of the bikes. I have a bike rack but would refrain from using it ( just imagine transporting a clients mont old s works epic and having it nicked off the rack) i have a fairly large suv that can fit 2 bikes and would prefer to keep them inside the car ,its just so much more safer. Crime these days is just so unpredictable.

@FirstV8thanks for the reply my brother. Agreed and I've seen bike shops charge a lot for a wash and lube. I would love to implement services as well just that the capital is not there for all the tools and stock of spares. Modern day bikes have a lot of variety and a lot of tools needed. I am slowly collecting tools so with time it will happen! Always remember you are only as old as you feel ; )

Good day fellow hubbers! I Would like some feedback on an idea of mine. I'm considering offering a local bike wash for the cyclists in my area. Free pickup and dropoff of your beloved steed (the area is not that large in radius +costs have been considerd into price) This includes full wash and lube + setting gears if needed. I am a qualified senior technician so the bike is in good hands. Would any of you consider something like this for around 80-100 bucks? I'm a university student and would just like something to keep me occupied when im not on the bike or nose deep in the books. Thanks!

does anybody have the Route profile for 60km?

Hi All. any advice on how to get the South African maps onto my Magellan Cyclo 505. Quite a mission to get this thing set up.