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  1. What you have here is a real mountain bike ride, a day in the life of a pro. Like the postal service, neither rain nor shine, snow nor sleet… Professional mountain bikers are apart from their bikes for only a small handful of reasons: travel, sickness, injury and strategically chosen rest days. When you compete for a living, travel is inevitable, rest days are a rare blessing, and sickness and injury keep you from making money. Training days are paramount. Sure, it’s the race days that pay the bills, but it’s all that time preparing that gets you to the finish line faster. Click here to view the article
  2. If you take a couple steps back and look at the advancements in mountain bike technology that have happened in the last few years, you’ll see an astonishing amount of progress. Think about it: You don’t need many fingers to count the bike brands without carbon-fibre offerings; 1x drivetrains are the norm, not the exception; bikes without dropper posts are more or less limited to dedicated XC and DH racers; and your garden variety, solid-pedaling trail and enduro bikes are more capable descenders than full-blown downhill race bikes of the early 2000s. Yet despite the sport’s progression, frame and suspension manufacturers continued to hold on to modes of thinking that were, frankly, outdated. Click here to view the article
  3. Tell us what speed(s) your current drivetrain is and what you will be buying next.
  4. What matters most to hardcore mountain bikers? Performance, durability, affordability, and style. TRUVATIV’s new Descendant series serves up all of these with confidence to spare. Guided by input from some of the most talented riders in Enduro and Gravity, each component in the Descendant lineup has been built to survive mountain biking’s most aggressive riders and thrive on the world’s rowdiest trails. Click here to view the article
  5. Cape Cycle Systems unveiled the SRAM Red eTap to Africa at the Cape Town Cycle Tour Expo this weekend. We managed to get some alone time with the display for a hands on experience with the first production wireless shifting groupset. Click here to view the article
  6. It’s how you start that matters. Whether you’re discovering the mountain for the first time or you’re an MTB lifer searching for a no-nonsense, no-worries 1x drivetrain, SRAM NX is ready for action and ready to take you there. NX brings you a wide range of gear choices engineered for simplicity and durability, so you can focus on what matters most—the ride ahead. German engineered and proudly bearing the SRAM 1x™ stamp of approval, NX is ready to let the world know what real riding feels like. Click here to view the article
  7. Ty Hathaway, a tall, soft-spoken Californian who co-owns a bike shop in Los Angeles, has made a life of things on two wheels. He’s been photographed for BMX magazines enough that he’s forgotten exactly which ones — and which issues. He’s been featured in clothing and helmet ads on road bikes. His Instagram feed is a visual catalogue of seemingly constant bike trips with like-minded friends. And in 2014, Hathaway re-discovered mountain biking and took on the rugged Trans Provence stage race in France, where he finished as the top-placing American. And his mountain bike jones was re-lit. Click here to view the article
  8. Fast climbs and fast descents— from sunup till sundown. Truly made for the modern mountain biker, ROAM wheels use a special balance of low-inertia design, weight and strength to excel on a wide variety of terrain. They’re durable enough for hours in the saddle, yet light enough for race day. Click here to view the article
  9. When it comes to braking power and control, we believe in freedom—options. We believe that there should be an absolute best solution for every type of rider and every kind of ride; that there really isn’t a One-Size-Fits-Most when it comes to brakes. That’s the concept that led us to the development of Level, a new brake designed for the needs of modern cross-country and trail riders. Click here to view the article
  10. SRAM RED remains the world’s lightest groupset with countless race wins and key innovations that continue to set the standard for mechanical drivetrains. New for 2016 is a complete graphics rework inspired by and designed to complement the sophisticated look of SRAM’s new wireless SRAM RED eTap groupset. The new graphics feature overlapping textures and design elements in a complementary matte and gloss black finish. Click here to view the article
  11. Need some help!!! Trolled the net to death, but not able to figure out the differences between the 1x11 and 2x11 SRAM GX rear derailleurs? Yes you get two versions, never expected it: https://www.sram.com/sram/mountain/family/gx http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/za/en/sram-gx-1x11-speed-rear-mech/rp-prod135897 http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/za/en/sram-gx-2x11-speed-rear-mech/rp-prod135898 After looking at the SRAM tech docs, it seems that the 1x11 is only avail in a long cage version that makes sense, but apart from that, what is the real world differences, will a 1x11 unit work on a 2x11 setup. As I see it , it is as easy as the rear derailleur should just be able to shift 11 gears. Shimano only has one 11sp Xt derailleur, why does Sram need 2? Looking at GX 2x11 crank + 104bcd single chain ring, 2x11 front derailleur, XT 11-42 cassette (due to XD driver), xt chain, SRAM GX shifters, but the rear derailleur is the Q? The above will enable me to experiment with a 1x11 setup and still be able to change over to a 2x11 setup for the days that you start at the back and need to work your way thru the walkers on the hills, or help to get to the end of the TransBaviaans.
  12. First Look Friday is an introduction to the products that we are currently testing for review. This week we're featuring the BH Lynx 4.8, SRAM's Roam 40 wheels and the Factory Lite gloves from Oakley. Click here to view the article
  13. So I've been running XX1 for 1000km's now. I've just replaced the front 30T chainring (with about 900k's on it), as well as the chain. Measuring the chain shows no unusual wear, but I figure I'd rather replace it prematurely than deal with other issues. With my previous XT and XTR I'd normally run a chain for between 1000-1500k's, and I'd need to replace the cassette after 3-4000 k's. So first ride out with my new chain, and its skipping on the 42 at the back. After only 1000k's of use!! And that cassette costs as much as a small car! Not impressed right now. I'll be visiting the LBS soon to get a complaint through to SRAM. My normal riding is most of the Tygerberg trails, so mostly loops that consist of a steep ascent followed by a nice downhill. I've been running a 30T up front, but still spend a lot of time in the bottom 3 gears on the ups, with not much pedalling on the downs. How's everyone else's experience of XX1 durability?
  14. Given the amount of time that most of us spend looking at our handlebars, it's no surprise that we appreciate a tidy cockpit. Happily, companies like Shimano and SRAM agree- and have provided for accessory mounting in their brake lever designs. Click here to view the article
  15. What makes French mountain bikers so fast? Is it the air? The mountains? The cuisine? Is it the fact that there are about 1,000 varieties of French cheese? Their ability to invade neighbouring countries to shred awesome trails? Click here to view the article
  16. Hi guys Looking at beautifying my wife bike a bit (Cannonade Scalpel), and a minor upgrade. She's running SRAM Avid Elixir 5's atm, which is also integrated to her X9 shifting levers. I'm looking at upgrading to either Elixir 9's or a total change to the Hope Tech 3 V4's. On the Sram Avid Elixir 9's I want to anodise the actual lever and the clamp. On the Hope Tech 3's I will anodise the lever and the reservoir cap. Has anyone removed a lever from the Elixir 5 or 9's, the holding pin looks permanent. I have a set of pink Jagwire brake lines on her Elixir 5's atm, so if I went Elixir 9's then it is a straight transfer, they use the same fittings from what I can see. If I went Hope Tech 3's then it is a total rip and replace. Logic tells me to go Elixir 9's, Whats everyone's experience with them. G
  17. Long story shortish: I was looking for some new mtb wheels but couldn't find anything that really matched my personal blend of stiffness, quality, bling, price, weight and durability (so much for the "price, weight, strength - pick two" saying). While I thinking this I looked up at a Cube TT bike I imported some years back. It had CITEC wheels on it. Hmmm I thought. I haven't ever touched those wheels and in 4 years and many, many miles they haven't had any issues. I wonder if CITEC make mtb wheels? Turns out they do. I bought some, I rode them, I liked them!, I hammered Joberg2C on them, I lent them out to friends to bash, they did and wheels are still fine. I really liked them! I liked them so much I approached CITEC about being their South African agent. We haggled. They agreed. So here are some wheels I reckon are as close to the right balance of everything as you can get. All wheels are: Handmade in Germany Carry a "no spoke guarantee" Use Concave Rim and PowerBlock Technologies - the Concave Rim has an extra "concave" internal wall that spreads the load across a much bigger area allowing CITEC to raise the tension in the spoke. This allows for less spokes or more strength - CITEC have opted for a mixture of the two... http://citec.de/images/concave-drawing.jpg ROAD WHEELS: 3000 S AERO – the all purpose road wheel that balances weight, strength, aerodynamics, price and bling. You have to see the hubs in the flesh to appreciate the machining! http://citec.de/images/3000SaeroRED.jpg ALUMINIUM 27mm Concave-System Clincher Rim 16/20 Bladed Spokes Configuration 100kg Rider Limit 1,590g Weight DT Swiss 204S Freehub Body Shimano/SRAM 8, 9, 10 & 11 Speed Compatible No spoke break guarantee!! Also in CARBON: CARBON 32mm Concave-System Carbon Clincher Rim 16/16 Bladed Spokes Configuration 100kg Rider Limit 1,470g Weight DT Swiss 240S Freehub Body Shimano/SRAM 8, 9, 10 & 11 Speed Compatible Aluminium breaking surface – no need for special break pads No spoke break guarantee!! 6000CX CARBON - the do it all wheel - TT, race, hammer the streets! http://citec.de/images/6000cxCred.jpg 47mm Concave-System Carbon Clincher Rim 14/16 Bladed Spokes Configuration 100kg Rider Limit 1,530g Weight DT Swiss 240S Freehub Body Shimano/SRAM 8, 9, 10 & 11 Speed Compatible No spoke break guarantee!! MTB WHEELS: Ascender S - the perfectly blended mtb wheel... Great for XCO, Marathon and that super rocky trail you love... ASCENDER S ALUMINIUM http://citec.de/images/ascender.jpg 23mm Concave-System Rim 18/24 Bladed Spokes Configuration 15mm TA 24/24 Bladed Spokes Configuration QR 100kg Rider Limit 1,680g Weight DT Swiss 204S Freehub Body Shimano/SRAM 8, 9, 10 & 11 Speed Compatible 6 hole international disc mount Tubeless compatible No spoke break guarantee!! Also available in CARBON All Ascender wheels in stock are 29er. 26, 650B and Lefties available as special orders. Check out www.citec.de for more details - all wheels are available on special order - my local stock will grow as I sell more and plough more money into this awesome little venture. My contact details are listed under the distributors on the site.
  18. He knew what he wanted: big, floaty jumps in the ideal location and with the perfect slope and sublime dirt. So when he saw an opportunity to build his own slopestyle course in the Coast Gravity Park, Logan picked up some tools and started sculpting. A colossal build like this is never a one-man endeavour, though. Logan’s vision was made reality with the sweat and skills of machine operator Darren Hemstreet, The Coastal Crew and his dad. And when the machines went quiet and the dust settled, it was time to capture on camera what Logan means by big and floaty. This is The Backwoods - Logan’s Peat’s dream set. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x2qL9LWaksc Click here to view the article
  19. For every bike, there’s a rider. A rider who builds it. A rider who knows it. A rider who’s always ready to take the bike somewhere new. Introducing GX, the drivetrain for people who love to ride without restraint. From beginner to expert, GX delivers personalized gear choices that take you as far and wide as you want to go. Engineered in Germany with 1x and 2x options, SRAM GX brings the power of riding to everyone, everywhere. Click here to view the article
  20. This is a new build I have started. It has overtones of a Tolkien novel - one bike to rule all the disciplines. The plan is to build a Cyclocross bike that i can use on road and on dirt road. Oh and to use Disc brakes. For that i needed fatter tires and some clearance on the frame. Disc Brakes and hydraulic vs mechanical: . I was originally hoping to go Di2 hydraulic but they are just stupid expensive and Di2 is so complex to configure i almost gave up. But i will likely go to Di2 in the future as prices fall. Or SRAM Red 22, but we all know that story. Plus i am a Shimano brake fa, especially the new XT stoppers, which are what the road hydraulics are based on. There are still some issues outstanding like tires and what tires will actually fit in the frame. All of the bits have been purchased and are on their way in or will be bought once the frame gets here. Here is the build list. Frame: Chinese Carbon - Deng Fu FM 059 Cyclocross Disc Frame with Fork and seat post and headset included. About R 9k all in landed here. Naked Carbon. A mate ordered one and it looks substantial. Brakes: Shimano CX 77 mechanical discs with 160 mm Shimano Ice Tech Rotors Shifters: Ultegra 6700 10 Speed - still need to get these Front Derailleur: SHimano CX Specific Cranks: Shimano CX 70 compact Crank 172,5 mm 46/32 Rear Derailleur: Shimano XT Clutch type with long cage, Cluster: Shimano 11-28 for some extra spins to get me up the hill Road Bars - 460mm Specialized Saddle Pedals - likely a set of Crank Brothers as I have some spare. Wheels: Lots of issues and information that is very confusing here, so i opted for a second hand set of Carbon 29er Black Spades that i found on the hub. I will try these first and see what they work like but would ultimately like to get a CX specific set like a set of ZTR Iron cross rims. ​Tires - based on them fitting in the frame the widest i can go is about 35 mm. I am looking at Schwalbes, but they are all really expensive. I am a big fan of tubeless (not tubbies) I got a lot of good information from the hub from guys who have done similar in the past. Like the CX brake levers that go on the top bar and allows you to brake when not on the hoods. I will post photos when completed. Total budget must be about R 25k overall
  21. First Look Friday is an introduction to the products that we are currently testing for review. This week we're featuring a Niner Jet 9, a Kitted chainring, and SRAM's X1 drivetrain. Click here to view the article
  22. I'm hoping some experts out there can assist me with this... I'm running a 10 speed campy groupset except my crank which is FSA. Due to campy casette's and chains not being available freely and being very expensive, I'm toying with the idea of using a SRAM casette and chain with my campy shifters and deraileurs? Who has experience in this as how well this will work? I'm told that SRAM will work better than Shimano as the casette spacing is closer as well as chain width. Any other suggestions will also be welcome!
  23. The new SRAM X0 DH hubs are built around strength and durability. Our 52 point ratchet design gives you quick and reliable engagement. The X0 hubs are built with precision machined bearings giving you lower resistance, faster revolutions and no wasted time on drag. The hubs are also convertible to different axle types with removable end caps. From pawl tooth to spoke flanges, we took the extra time on the X0 DH hub so you won’t have to. Click here to view the article
  24. WP Gravity Enduro are delighted to announce SRAM as the main sponsors of the series this year. Click here to view the article
  25. So I've been struggling for a while to get my crank loose as the self extracting bolt was extremely tight. I eventually got it loose today after getting some more leverage using a seatpost. Now I have come accross a new problem. On the Specialized you loosen the bolt on the drive side and it comes off easily(once you get the bolt to turn). What you are left with then is the non drive side and spindle going through the BB. For the life of me I cannot get it to budge. I've banged it with a rubber mallet from a few angles but it is not moving a single millimeter. Am I missing a trick here or has the grease dried up or turned into a paste effectively glueing the crank to the BB? The BB was replaced a week before Joberg2C so it is just over a month old. Does anyone have some tips or tricks I can try to get the crank out?
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