covie Posted April 11, 2012 Share you go commando. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caerus Posted April 11, 2012 Share What is the deal with underpants - do you get special types that go with these or do you go commando? If the latter, I guess you need more than one pair. There are two threads currently running that discuss both this issue and about bib shorts, You deciede. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shotgun Posted April 11, 2012 Share There are two threads currently running that discuss both this issue and about bib shorts, You deciede. Cool thanks, will have a look. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caerus Posted April 11, 2012 Share This seems like decent deal, https://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/25447-giant-xtc-2009-xt-components-and-all-accessories/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmy hardtail Posted April 11, 2012 Share Don't believe anyone on the hub, they are all mad! Ha ha ha . Just get a bike and some kit and off you go. You'll work it out soon enough. One day you too can join the great 29 27,5 26 debate, or fight with other people who have slightly dofferent opinions than you. Its great! Just don't forget to ride your bike sometimes ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeridaHFS Posted April 11, 2012 Share Shotgun,First off - Welcome to the worlds most awesome sport! Most of the people involved in the sport will be helpfull but you will find the odd a$$hole that's been riding for a few years that thinks he knows all. Not pointing fingers but it seems some of them have already commented on this thread.Secondly - With 10k you should be able to buy a nice setup with the bare necessities you mentioned. I ride a 26" MTB but I've heard many guys saying that for endurance riding a 29" works like a charm. Have a look at the Axis bikes - they seem like very good value for money. If you can stretch your budget slightly you can buy something that will last nicely. If you're ever around Durbanville area and want to ride Majik forest just PM me and we organise a ride.Good Luck with the W2W! mooky 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeTurbo Posted April 11, 2012 Share Let's start at the very beginningA very good place to startWhen you read you begin with A-B-CWhen you sing you begin with do-re-mi Do-re-mi, do-re-miThe first three notes just happen to beDo-re-mi, do-re-mi L.T.G 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Audible Anarchy Posted April 11, 2012 Share Yeah Bib's are much more comfortable, and they dont move around, so less chance of chaffing, Invest in a good one. and the guys behind you wont have to look at your plumber crack hanging out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cippo Posted April 11, 2012 Share Shoot through to new Cyclelab at Somerset mall. Chat to Owen maybe they have opening specials. Checkout www.obike.co.za they have new older models you might score a bargain. Get yourself measured properley as well at bike shop to make sure you get right frame, size does matter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stretch Posted April 11, 2012 Share Aah - this is the 'Bib'? I this really necessary? Why not just cycling pants?  http://chavezcycling.com/images/493/1/cycling-bib-shorts.jpgyou get a free camel toe by the looks of those pair Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stretch Posted April 11, 2012 Share This seems like decent deal, http://www.thehubsa....ll-accessories/he is 6 foot plus - thats not going to fit him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stretch Posted April 11, 2012 Share Yeah Bib's are much more comfortable, and they dont move around, so less chance of chaffing, Invest in a good one....and add another 1k to your budget. Cycling pant range from R400 for first ascent/cape storm pant to thousands Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Drongo Posted April 11, 2012 Share how much is that? You will need:1. Bike2. Helmet & Gloves3. Bib4. Water bottle5. Pump & Maintenance Acc.6. Perseverance & the right attitude Did he mention a MAINTENANCE ACCOUNT ?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Drongo Posted April 11, 2012 Share Aah - this is the 'Bib'? I this really necessary? Why not just cycling pants?  http://chavezcycling.com/images/493/1/cycling-bib-shorts.jpg The bib is very necessary. When you finish a race then you stroll around the mess tents / beer hall / car park with the loopy bits hanging out the back of your broeke. Kinda like a G-string blowout.  Very smooth. mooky and ThePubSA 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Drongo Posted April 11, 2012 Share What is the deal with underpants - do you get special types that go with these or do you go commando? If the latter, I guess you need more than one pair. Yes.  They are striped. Purple and yellow. Vertically. And you wear them under white lycra. Cycle Lab has them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Ghost Posted April 11, 2012 Share  please note that I want to spend as little as possible! Thanks in advance. Spend as much as possible, fall hopelessly in love with MTB then ride forever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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