Fruity Posted April 15, 2019 Posted April 15, 2019 lovely prezzie from my wife for my birthday on saturday - RC901.They are quite a step up in comfort from my old R171's. 20190414_174457.jpgNice one Strangely enough, my Mrs hasn't got me anything cycling related since we've been together, although she did get me quite a lekker pair of compression socks for my birthday this year. Veebee 1
dannygirl Posted April 15, 2019 Posted April 15, 2019 Took the plunge: Scott Genius 750 plus gummibear, DJR, Patensie and 13 others 16
Hairy Posted April 15, 2019 Posted April 15, 2019 (edited) looks good! RED BIKES ARE FASTER Took the plunge: Scott Genius 750 plus Edited April 15, 2019 by Hairy Dom031 and DJR 2
Long Wheel Base Posted April 15, 2019 Posted April 15, 2019 I love mine. I also got the newer model. As you say, the range is great, gives you that added level of awareness especially when descending at speed with wind noise in your ears. It does chew through the battery of my Edge 520 though. Always need to make sure it’s fully topped up before heading out on longer rides.This is one thing I don't like. I have the first varia and you can only see battery level when switching it on. It would be nice if I could see the level on my edge display somewhere.
ABrooks Posted April 15, 2019 Posted April 15, 2019 Took the plunge: Scott Genius 750 plusVery nice! where did you buy? plus size tyres are pretty nice, they grip well and don't really feel heavier, they just look soooo heavy. Just remember to run lower pressures, I think someone mentioned between 17-21 psi (mine sits at 20 rear, 18-20 front), they are very sensitive to pressure changes.
gummibear Posted April 15, 2019 Posted April 15, 2019 Ordered so should receive in the next few days. Long Wheel Base, Veebee, Andrew_Smith and 6 others 9
dannygirl Posted April 15, 2019 Posted April 15, 2019 Very nice! where did you buy? plus size tyres are pretty nice, they grip well and don't really feel heavier, they just look soooo heavy. Just remember to run lower pressures, I think someone mentioned between 17-21 psi (mine sits at 20 rear, 18-20 front), they are very sensitive to pressure changes. Thanks Andreas Bought it from our friends in Malmesbury...last 2018 model (the budget would not allow for 2019!). I've not had a chance to take it out properly yet - just did a quick G-spot run on Friday after work before the weekend's rain set in... Did feel as though I struggled a little bit more uphill, but must also still get used to the gear ratios - and a soft tail! Will just need to get a bit stronger... Downhill - well the little taste I had, was simply LOVELY! Awesome grip and handling...
Hairy Posted April 15, 2019 Posted April 15, 2019 A small purchase with a big punch Bought a Ryder Concept 500 from Revolution Cycles end of last week ... this after 3 near death experiences over the last month with cars nearly t-boning be or driving into me from the front ... seems like 2 x smaller LED lights were just not enough to get their attention. Fitted this little gem and cars / pedestrians definitely see me now, and I feel safe on the bike again! The service from Revolution was excellent. Asked the salesman (Greg) to keep one under the counter for me to collect over lunchtime, when I arrived he had the the light under the counter and charging already as he knew I would be using the light the same evening when cycling home! https://www.rydercycling.co.za/ryder-products/lights/500-lumen-front-detail gummibear, Wannabe, DJR and 3 others 6
Veebee Posted April 15, 2019 Posted April 15, 2019 Nice one Strangely enough, my Mrs hasn't got me anything cycling related since we've been together, although she did get me quite a lekker pair of compression socks for my birthday this year. guess i'm one of the lucky ones...last year she got the garmin vivoactive 3, this year the shoes with 2 pairs of Versus socks...I should put in my order for a new bike now :w00t: so she has the entire year to save. lol. Long Wheel Base 1
RossW Posted April 15, 2019 Posted April 15, 2019 This is one thing I don't like. I have the first varia and you can only see battery level when switching it on. It would be nice if I could see the level on my edge display somewhere.On my Edge 520 if you enter sensors and navigate to the radar, you can check on the battery that way. It doesn’t show a percent but rather “Good” “OK” etc Long Wheel Base 1
Fruity Posted April 15, 2019 Posted April 15, 2019 guess i'm one of the lucky ones...last year she got the garmin vivoactive 3, this year the shoes with 2 pairs of Versus socks...I should put in my order for a new bike now :w00t: so she has the entire year to save. lol.Eish, your wife spoils you. I had to pay for my Garmin watch, although my Mrs has asked me if I would like another pair or two of Versus. She recently started one moers of a cross stitch which she's hoping to finish before my 40th next year. Veebee 1
Wayne pudding Mol Posted April 15, 2019 Posted April 15, 2019 Eish, your wife spoils you. I had to pay for my Garmin watch, although my Mrs has asked me if I would like another pair or two of Versus. She recently started one moers of a cross stitch which she's hoping to finish before my 40th next year.Apart from the lucky few, socks are about the most the rest of us can hope for. That, patience, tolerance and weekends away to places they would rather not be. Hairy and Long Wheel Base 2
Fruity Posted April 15, 2019 Posted April 15, 2019 Apart from the lucky few, socks are about the most the rest of us can hope for. That, patience, tolerance and weekends away to places they would rather not be.Funny you mention weekends away, I haven't taken my wife away for a weekend since our daughter was born. the Drakensberg in winter, this year sounds tempting. mecheng89 and Wayne pudding Mol 2
Long Wheel Base Posted April 15, 2019 Posted April 15, 2019 Eish, your wife spoils you. I had to pay for my Garmin watch, although my Mrs has asked me if I would like another pair or two of Versus. She recently started one moers of a cross stitch which she's hoping to finish before my 40th next year.Whats a cross stitch?
Long Wheel Base Posted April 15, 2019 Posted April 15, 2019 On my Edge 520 if you enter sensors and navigate to the radar, you can check on the battery that way. It doesn’t show a percent but rather “Good” “OK” etcAh cool. I will go check. Thanks. I guess it has to have it because my 520 tells me when my phone battery is low...........
Fruity Posted April 15, 2019 Posted April 15, 2019 Whats a cross stitch?https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cross-stitch
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