Gravity-Life Posted May 30, 2012 Posted May 30, 2012 At least we got plenty of venues to chose from in PMB. Just wish i lived closer. geecee 1
Grebel Posted May 30, 2012 Posted May 30, 2012 Why don'y you just stick with what you know? Ricos was a blast for a first timer. Everybody that attended had a jol and nobody got hurt (except for naartjie.... It was onlt a flesh wound so it doesn't count....) Pretty much everything was rideable for us considering our experience and our equipment. I would be happy to go back there and I think it is a good introduction for a n00b.
Grebel Posted May 30, 2012 Posted May 30, 2012 (edited) At least we got plenty of venues to chose from in PMB. Just wish i lived closer. Is there no chance of building something inbetween PMB and Giba? I know we are lacking in hills, but it doesn't have to be as steep as PMB tracks? Edited May 30, 2012 by Grebel
nigelhicks Posted May 30, 2012 Author Posted May 30, 2012 maybe someone should approach Virgina Farms to put in a DH ... Dave Drummond spoke of it awhile back - but i didnt have time to go and look and build a brand new track
geecee Posted May 30, 2012 Posted May 30, 2012 Im planning on heading there again in the near future for a general ride, if he is around when im there ill have a brief chat to them and see what they think
Grebel Posted May 30, 2012 Posted May 30, 2012 maybe someone should approach Virgina Farms to put in a DH ... Dave Drummond spoke of it awhile back - but i didnt have time to go and look and build a brand new track I rode there once and I am sure that there is potential there for a DH track. I think the owners name is Pete. Haven't been there for a LONG time though... Dislocated my shoulder the last time I rode there!
Gravity-Life Posted May 30, 2012 Posted May 30, 2012 There is an area being zoned for a XC course at the new Durban Airport, i have spotted a few areas that could be used for a potential DH course and worth exploring further. That would suit me perfectly as i work at the airport and can go for a ride before and after work!!!!
geecee Posted May 30, 2012 Posted May 30, 2012 There is an area being zoned for a XC course at the new Durban Airport, i have spotted a few areas that could be used for a potential DH course and worth exploring further. That would suit me perfectly as i work at the airport and can go for a ride before and after work!!!! no no no make it by the old airport suits me far better
nigelhicks Posted May 30, 2012 Author Posted May 30, 2012 Hope to see you guys there if my parts arrive in time!! Mash ... if you need to borrow parts just shout ... you need to get your arse into gear and come race again
nigelhicks Posted May 30, 2012 Author Posted May 30, 2012 no no no make it by the old airport suits me far better Well its like 30km for you to Virginia ... so go plant a seed and get their contact details etc and then i can go and look. geecee 1
mash Posted May 30, 2012 Posted May 30, 2012 cranks should be here soon, then the bike is ready to roll. I can use my X.T if my new set don't arrive on time. and dont worry, that's the reason i am building this bike is to come join you guys at the races again, and have a little fun. sorry a lot of fun!! nigelhicks 1
nigelhicks Posted May 30, 2012 Author Posted May 30, 2012 cranks should be here soon, then the bike is ready to roll. I can use my X.T if my new set don't arrive on time. and dont worry, that's the reason i am building this bike is to come join you guys at the races again, and have a little fun. sorry a lot of fun!! GOOD BOY!! ... check you at the race
nigelhicks Posted May 30, 2012 Author Posted May 30, 2012 Hey Nige, fantastic to see the new boys giving DH a go. Well done on your idea for the Intro day, its working great. To all the new guys joining us at Worlds View RICOS on 10 June, awesome stuff........you guys are going to have a jol. There fixed!
nigelhicks Posted May 31, 2012 Author Posted May 31, 2012 If you okes are looking for a cheap bike to start on this might work ... not a FULL-blown DH rig ... but is good enough to get you started at a cheap price 2008 Mongoose Black Diamond DoubleFRAME: Medium Mongoose FreeDrive Extreme 6061 Aluminum w/ Patented Floating BB, 1.5” Headtube, 150mm QR Dropouts & Disc Mount, Adjustable 6.7/7.5” (170/190mm) TravelFORK/SHOCK: Marzocchi 66 RCV 8 w/ Preload, Compression & Rebound Adjust, 180mm Travel, 20mm Tool-Free Thru-Axle; Marzocchi ROCO R Coilover w/ Piggyback Reservoir, & Rebound AdjustDRIVETRAIN: SRAM X-7 9-Speed Derailleur, SRAM X-7 Trigger Shifter; FSA Gap 36t Crankset w/ Bashguard & External Bearings; MRP SB3 Chain GuideBRAKES: Hayes Stroker Trail Hydraulic Disc w/ 203mm RotorsWHEELS: Sun Rims w/ 32h h Thru-Axle Disc Hubs, Kenda Nevegal FR 2.5” Tires w/ Stick-E Rubber & Pinch Flat ProtectionCOCKPIT: Funn Fatboy 31.8mm Bar & Rippa Stem, Titec Knockscoper I-Beam Telescoping Post & SDG Bel Air ST SaddlePrice: R7 000 ONCO Contact: Malcolm Acutt on 083 5707 122 to view.
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