Gear for Enduro 2.0

[patches]

Where can I find (fairly priced ) ODI OURY or Rogue grips in gauteng?

 

Also which will be comfier?

 

I have failry large hands.

(Gloves between large & XL - FOX=XL)

 

Oury are a different brand to ODI. But check out Mike's Bikes. I recall him having Ouries and ODIs (Ruffians though, but he may have Rogue)

[Sidewinder.]

Where can I find (fairly priced ) ODI OURY or Rogue grips in gauteng?

 

Also which will be comfier?

 

I have failry large hands.

(Gloves between large & XL - FOX=XL)

 

The rogues are the business! I wear the same size fox gloves and I'll never use another grip again. As for availability locally or otherwise; PM me if you find a supplier

[Brian Fantana]

Anybody got some experience with these pedals? Have a promising review on BikeRadar and have a nice price tag too...

 

Shimano PD-M530 MTB SPD Trail Pedals

 

http://cdn.mos.bikeradar.com/images/bikes-and-gear/components/pedals/1339421720135-1xa84jpm9idqp-399-80.jpg

 

http://www.bikeradar...pedal-12-46284/

 

I have done about 6000km on a set last year without any issues or maintenance. I am on my Saint flats now. My 530's are serviced and ready to go again. For the price you cannot beat these pedals.

[RockCoach]

 

 

The rogues are the business! I wear the same size fox gloves and I'll never use another grip again. As for availability locally or otherwise; PM me if you find a supplier

 

Try to buy in bulk when ordering from overseas

[Bra B]

If you find a supplier let me know...

 

Kayalami Pro Cycles in Alberton. Speak to Amina. bought mine from them end of last year.

 

85 Voortrekker Rd, Alberton 1449

011 907 2466

[braailegend]

Anybody got some experience with these pedals? Have a promising review on BikeRadar and have a nice price tag too...

 

Shimano PD-M530 MTB SPD Trail Pedals

 

http://cdn.mos.bikeradar.com/images/bikes-and-gear/components/pedals/1339421720135-1xa84jpm9idqp-399-80.jpg

 

http://www.bikeradar...pedal-12-46284/

 

I have them, got them beginning of the year, my first clipless ever (price so good, it was easy decision). Got them for like R280, from shop here in Stellies.

 

Been riding with them on my SS crosscountry type bike. pretty sweet. No problems yet, easy clipping in and out, didtnt even adjust the screws, as the spring tension felt good.

 

Havent taken them through heavy trails yet, as I prefer having my 5Tens on flats when in the air.

Edited March 12, 2014 by braailegend

[Jay_B]

Does anybody know which LBS in gauteng keep stock of the Shimano AM45 SPD shoes?

I have tried getting help from buycycling but there is no response

[Dewald3]

Does anybody know which LBS in gauteng keep stock of the Shimano AM45 SPD shoes?

I have tried getting help from buycycling but there is no response

 

 

Jay_B i know Cajees in Park Meadows have.

[Jay_B]

Jay_B i know Cajees in Park Meadows have.

 

Awesome thanks. Maybe i can try Cajees in Alberton then as well, its closer to home.

[RockCoach]

Any bike shop which orders any Shimano products should be able to order them.

[Brian Fantana]

Still a few hours till midnight, so here goes, the latest Enduro gear released today:

 

Introducing 20SWITCHINCH - 26" to 27.5" Conversion Kit

 

The latest dilemma for all of us is 26” or 27.5” wheel size. Can’t decide? Want to try them both without spending loads of money on a new frame & wheels etc? At DMR we've found a solution.

 

 

 

The difference in radius between the two sizes is about 12.5mm, so we’ve been testing prototypes of a rim bed spacer that fits a bit like a tire onto the 26” rim and increases the diameter to the 27.5 tire seat diameter and provides a new rim profile on top. Working name is the DMR 20switchinch and it has a rigid outer rim with the flexible ‘liner’ fitting bed that is mechanically locked to the ‘receiver’ rim & also further clamped by air pressure (actually a significant amount of force is exerted over the area around the circumference).

 

 

 

 

Fit the 20switchinch, fit new tires and tubes and providing your frame and fork has clearance for 27.5 tires you are good to go. Naturally the system is for Disc brake use only. We’ve been testing on a couple of widths and it will work over a tolerance of 4mm - inner rim width of 19 - 23mm. The prototype system adds about 200 grams per wheel, but we expect to save up to 70 grams on the production version. The floor of the 27.5 rim bed is tubeless ready with the bead hook feature built in.

 

 

 

Still early days but we are hoping to have it available later this summer for around £27.50 each.

 

We are also prototyping a 27.5” to 29” and a “narrow to fat bike” version, but we are not convinced on the size of this future market yet.

 

Source: http://www.pinkbike.com/news/introducing-20switchinch-26-to-275-conversion-kit.html

 

 

 

[Brian Fantana]

Introducing the Enduro Sash™

 

 

Based in Cascadia, Washington, Enduro Specific Products (ESP) gave Pinkbike an exclusive chance to try out their Enduro Sash™, the first item in their new line of enduro specific products that will be released over the course of this season. A departure from the fanny packs that saw a small rise in popularity last year, the Enduro Sash™ is worn like a bandolier over either shoulder, and a nylon strap with a sturdy buckle loops around the back to help keep everything in place on the roughest race tracks. Hand sewn from heavy duty Cordura fabric, it's designed to hold everything an enduro racer would need over the course of their day. An elasticized strap at the bottom of the sash works as a goggle holster, allowing for quick access at the top of each stage. A small pouch holds a multi-tool and tire levers, while two velcro straps secure a 27.5” tube in place. There's also a small spot for stashing food, and another compartment for a flask filled with the 'spirit of enduro' (ESP added these compartments to our sash later and are not pictured). Based on rider feedback, there are already plans to increase the number of accessory pouches. ESP also said that they have plans to attach a square of velvet at the very top portion of the sash for mounting the merit badges that numerous enduro races have decided to provide to entrants upon completion of each event. Made in USA, once size fits all. MSRP: $75.00. www.endurospecific.com

 

 

ESP's company slogan says it best: “We saw it coming.”

 

 

Pinkbike's Take:

 

We're fans of anything enduro related, especially if it's enduro specific, so right away the Enduro Sash ranked highly in our score book. We loaded up our Sash with tools, food, and goggles, and headed for the mountains for a long day of enduroing. While pushing up a gravel road, we found the food pouch easy to access, and didn't have any trouble eating all of the gels and gummy power foods we had packed within the first 30 minutes of our excursion. After successfully completing the climb (or 'transfer' as we've taken to calling anything that's not a downhill run), we took a nip from our enduro spirit flask, put on our goggles, and headed down the hill. On the descent, the sash stayed in place even when cutting corners and nose manualing around switchbacks, and we'd imagine that its low profile design would help keep it from getting hung up on that pesky course tape that can get caught on hydration packs. The design also allows for better air circulation than a traditional hydration pack, although it would be nice to see a lighter more breathable fabric offered as an option for those steamy summer races. ESP's inaugural product meets the needs of the demanding enduro racer, and its durable construction should make it last for multiple seasons of hard riding. We're excited to see what this small upstart has in the works - rumor has it that an Enduro Serape will be the first item in their apparel line. - Mike Kazimer

 

Source: http://m.pinkbike.com/news/exclusive-first-look-prototype-enduro-sash-2014.html

[MaXiMuM]

Does it have to have the "rainbow" straps... might want a pink bike for those straps...

[Iwan Kemp]

http://www.mavic.com/landing/Crossmax_enduro_WTS/Crossmax_enduro_WTS_en/Crossmax_Enduro_WTS_fichiers/intro_visuel_01.jpg

[CAAD4]

http://www.mavic.com/landing/Crossmax_enduro_WTS/Crossmax_enduro_WTS_en/Crossmax_Enduro_WTS_fichiers/intro_visuel_01.jpg

 

Amway?

[DR ◣◢]

Speaking of rims.

 

Im thinking of getting a little lighter on the wheel side of the Morewood.

 

WTB i-25 or ZTR Flow EX?

 

Im leaning to the I-25 as Ill be saving around 150g per wheel and they are pretty well priced.