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  1. lloydkayak
    Hi all, A bianchi road bike frame was bought around this time last year through an authorised dealer. This weekend at a race, the hanger supplied with the new frame snapped and the result was that the derailler smashed through the rear seat stay of the carbon frame. Luckily the frame was insured and they are sorting it out. My local dealer told me that the frame will not be replaced under warranty because hangers are working parts and they fail from time to time. If the hanger is a year old and came with the frame, is this the correct interpretation? Surely the manufacturer should be held liable? Just curious, no shaming or flaming planned at all. The bike is owned by a chilled out 60 year old lady that just loves cycling, she is no big racer and rides very slowly (well she climbs rather well but descends like a grandma)
  2. MaxTBehrens
    When choosing components, frames mostly, for your new bike or bike build many of us are first, stunned and baffled by the price of seemingly simplistic components. After the initial shock of discovering what components costs, and after I made peace with it, I was absolutely overthrown with choice. There are countless combinations, styles, and materials and what demanded my attention most was the very snazzy looking carbon fiber components. They draw you closer with promise of performance, then slap you across the face with their price tag. After finishing my bike build, I was quite skeptical about the carbon frame I had acquired. I had heard too many rumors of people precious carbon components splintering and what seems like exploding... None the less, I was quite pleased with the look, weight, and performance of my frame. But then I had a thought... I weighed my old alloy frame with my new carbon frame, and found the difference to be in the amount of water you carry... It was very small and nearly not worth mentioning. With the wonder of proper care of a carbon frame and the fact that most say it is not repairable got me thinking. Is carbon fiber better than alloy? I understand for road cycling every gram counts, but for a doing-it-for-fun MTB'er is carbon really an upgrade, or just an expensive alternative? My dad broke his Truvativ XX carbon crank and now uses a alloy XT crankset, and is very happy with it. There have been select cases of carbon cranks' pedal inserts breaking off, for example: But these are rare cases, but still fills one with a little but of fear that your expensive components are going to blow up. So in all of your opinions, what do you believe to be better? What have you experienced with carbon components, and what are your thoughts?
  3. Wheels On Fire
    Hey all! So I have this idea in my head, and I would kinda like to know what you all think. Why? Because I want to start a project and sell it when it is finished! I am currently on a Merida Big Nine Team. The 2012 model. I am yet to pick up my new 2015 Big Nine Team Frame. So I had a thought. Rather than just rebuild the bike as is with the old components, I want to invest a little in this and make a project out of it. My idea: - I was thinking of doing a custom paint job on the crankset (still with matching black/green/white colourscheme), just to add in a bit of freshness. - I want to rebuild the wheels and incorporate some green & silver nipples and about 6 green spokes paired with white Pillar Spokes laced to Dt Swiss 240s hubs and I completely blacked the scandium rims by removing the stickers,. - Have the DT Swiss XM100 carbon fork changed from 100mm travel to 80mm of travel with the idea of some white black and green paintjob for the fork lowers maybe? - Get a X01 groupset fitted on the bike, in contrast with the 1x10 XX drivetrain that is currently fitted. - I want to give special attention to the small stuff, which will make this bike one of a kind. Maybe with some custom gold Avid Matchmakers and gold bolts all round? If you like the idea of going all Titanium bolts, let me know! - Added features like a built in powermeter/disc preference etc can be talked about! The new frame is going to be fitted with a carbon ProCraft cockpit allround, and some Spez tyres and Supacaz grips! My goal with this bike is to make it the only one of it's kind in SA. Obviously I will give some thought to the weight factor, and not turn this bike into a tractor. I had a thought of throwing some carbon wheels onto those white & green spokes and DT hubs, but would anybody be interested in buying this bike with some carbon hoops? If so, it will definitely be new Roval Rims with a custom paint job I think. The penultimate thing I think would be is to fit this bike with an XTR Di2 groupset hey? Would anyone buy this bike if it fell somewhere in the 45-55k price range? It's going to be a specTACULAR ride Let me know! Maybe I can change my idea's to fit the buyers' choices like some enve carbon hoops or a different cockpit or anything really! Thanks!
  4. Iwan Kemp
    What feels like an eternity is finally coming to a close: My Momsen STR29 Single speed is ready to ride in all it's Gulf Oil racing colors glory. Looking back at all the installments and browsing through the pictures I've taken along the way it's hard to believe where it all started and where we are now. Click here to view the article
  5. biker1213
    1. Have partners: When there is someone with you, you will get more motivation. 2. Focus on a landmark: Then set the short term goal of riding ti that point. 3. Fantasize that you’re racing Le Tour: That’s Froome up the road. Go and get him! 4. Remind yourself why you’re training: Remember that no pain no gain. 5. Take a break: It’s okay to call a timeout then you can have more energy to continue. 6. Focus on breathing: Use mind over matter to slow down your breathing. 7. Pedal smoothly: Focus on spinning circles, not grinding squares. 8. Sing: Distract yourself from the pain by hurting your ears. 9. Adjust your program: Overtraining or always doing the same thing can make you out of patience. So it’s better to adjust your program when necessary. 10. Set goals: Set goals according your situation, it can make you stay motivated. Check on http://www.carbonbikemanufacture.com/ to discover more.
  7. scorerb
    Dear All Technical equipped Hubbers I have a Anthem X1 Carbon which has xt crank, when i ride there is a clicking when pedaling, it is only under load and creeks when under high load. I have stripped the crack, cleaned it and re-lubed it, and it has made no difference. Does anyone else have this issue and if so have you been able to fix it or can i have some suggestions please Thanks!
  8. WillemJM
    My bike was stolen from my garage on Saturday morning in Heldervue, Somerset West. The garage lock was forced open and the bike was taken. It is a Chinese carbon frame with a mix of Ultegra and Dura-Ace components. White Specialize Toupe Saddle Garmin edge 500 was on still on the handlebar (1TK084375) Handlebar tape is now red and not blue as in the photo
  9. Iwan Kemp
    From Ibis: http://www.ibiscycle...bikes/tranny29/ At Ibis we try to make bikes that are versatile, bikes that blur the lines between categories, bikes that create fun in a multitude of settings. That’s what it’s all about, right, having fun? Bikes don’t get a lot more versatile (or fun) than the Tranny 29. WHAT IS A TRANNY? First, it’s a lightweight, nimble 29er hard tail. It also converts to a single speed with surprising ease. And in single speed guise, you can run a smooth and quiet running Gates Carbon Belt Drive. Finally, it’s easy to break apart for travel if you need to fit it into a confined space (like a suitcase or an apartment in New York City). The Tranny is a playful bike. The stock setup comes with a 100mm travel front fork, giving the bike a super lively feel (yes, we said lively 29er). A 120mm fork option is available, which mimics the Ripley’s highly regarded front end geometry, only with a lower bottom bracket height and the confident handling that inspires. Here are a few of the features, and check out the details tab for a lot more information. FEATURES OF THE TRANNY 29 3.08 lb Carbon monocoque frame Designed to work with 100mm suspension forks at 44mm rake Also designed to work with 120 mm forks with 51mm rake Geared or Singlespeed compatible Gates Carbon Belt Drive compatible Internal routing for dropper posts Clean, versatile multi-option internal cable routing Tapered head tube (suitable for various Cane Creeks & Chris King InSet 3) BB92/Press GXP style integrated BB 142mm Maxle rear axle 160mm carbon fiber post mount rear brake mounts Headset: IS ZS44/28.6 | EC49/40 BB height w/ 2.25" tires: 302mm (11.9”) Geometry measured with 500.8mm axle to crown fork http://www.ibiscycles.com/images/uploads/bikeGallery/14-0612-Ibis-Tranny-29-Hero-2-Overall.jpg http://www.ibiscycles.com/images/uploads/bikeGallery/14-0612-Ibis-Tranny-29-Hero-1-Drk.jpg http://www.ibiscycles.com/images/uploads/bikeGallery/14-0611-Ibis-Tranny-Belt-Drive.jpg http://www.ibiscycles.com/images/uploads/bikeGallery/14-0611-Ibis-Tranny-Cable-exit-for-dropper-seat-post.jpg http://www.ibiscycles.com/images/uploads/bikeGallery/14-0611-Ibis-Tranny-Head-tube-top-tube.jpg
  10. DJP
    Hi, broke my carbon frame about two weeks ago... can it be fixed? And if so please forward me contact details.
  11. Arno de Beer jnr
    Hey guys and girls Dynamic father and son team offering professional carbon repair work on all road, mtb and other carbon frames and wheels. Situated in Potchefstroom, but can organize pickup in surrounding regions or can be posted to us. We do the official repairs for MTN Qhubeka and can give a bunch of other references. Contact: Arno de Beer jnr 076 535 5501 Arno de Beer snr 072 151 9541
  13. Luke Williams
    I have a fs 26' carbon frame lying around and have been wondering if I could take it to a carbon frame repairer and extend an extra 2.5 cm at the skewer , that would make it be able to run a 650b wheel? Would this work?
  14. DustOrBust
    REWARD - MTB Santa Cruz Tallboy Hijacked on Tuesday 27 May on climb behind the Darras Center in Kennsington. Carbon, Black, Size L, American Classic wheelset Garmin Edge 810 with red silicone cover. Please contact Patrick 083 255 3753 P.S. Attached picture is not actual bike
  15. DustOrBust
    REWARD - MTB Santa Cruz Tallboy Hijacked on Tuesday 27 May on climb behind the Darras Center in Kennsington. Carbon, Black, Size L, American Classic wheelset Garmin Edge 810 with red silicone cover. Please contact Patrick 083 255 3753 076 944 6557 P.S. Attached picture is not actual bike
  16. TaiwaneseFarmer
    Would you source from a registered trading company directly out of Taiwan for your components? Higher end stuff will of course be cheaper, and group buying on tires etc will save a lot of money. What would be your concerns as a customer? Thanks. Expat in Taiwan
  17. rpedro
    Hi, I'm traveling to India (Chennai) soon and I was wondering if anybody knows of Carbon Fibre Wheel suppliers in India. Thanks
  19. Capricorn
    Pinksauce.
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