Mountain Bike advice wanted please.
23-10-2007, 09:07 AM
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Originally Posted by Lambchop
Originally Posted by boXXer
Lamb: Look mate, ive been working in the cycle trade for about 9 years now, and im ACT and AGT trained up to level 3 and 4 (which is about as far as you can go!), and i KNOW what does and doesnt work. I have to fix/test the things!
Avid BB cable discs have been around years, and they are seriously powerful, even more so than some hydraulic systems. The likes of Shimano, quad etc, DO NOT WORK. The leverage isnt right on the calipers themselves.
Single pot hydraulic brakes also dont work, as you cant physically put enough fluid into a single piston, and expect it to squeeze a disc and slow you down. (bit like RST brakes!)
believe who you want bud, but im going from experience in my everyday job....
MB's are something i know nothing about and am just trying to gather info from all sides.
So what sort of deal to send me a pro disc bike to aberdeen? Is sending it expensive?
You lightweight, catch a train down and ride it back....
23-10-2007, 09:16 AM
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PMSL! That would be one serious break-in ride!
I will get you a price and PM you a bit later.
i know you werent questioning me, and i dont mind if you were, im not like that. i dont know EVERYTHING about EVERYTHING, just telling you what i know works, and what doesnt bud.
I will get you a price and PM you a bit later.
i know you werent questioning me, and i dont mind if you were, im not like that. i dont know EVERYTHING about EVERYTHING, just telling you what i know works, and what doesnt bud.
23-10-2007, 10:13 AM
#83
Originally Posted by m4dyeti
Originally Posted by Lambchop
Originally Posted by boXXer
Lamb: Look mate, ive been working in the cycle trade for about 9 years now, and im ACT and AGT trained up to level 3 and 4 (which is about as far as you can go!), and i KNOW what does and doesnt work. I have to fix/test the things!
Avid BB cable discs have been around years, and they are seriously powerful, even more so than some hydraulic systems. The likes of Shimano, quad etc, DO NOT WORK. The leverage isnt right on the calipers themselves.
Single pot hydraulic brakes also dont work, as you cant physically put enough fluid into a single piston, and expect it to squeeze a disc and slow you down. (bit like RST brakes!)
believe who you want bud, but im going from experience in my everyday job....
MB's are something i know nothing about and am just trying to gather info from all sides.
So what sort of deal to send me a pro disc bike to aberdeen? Is sending it expensive?
You lightweight, catch a train down and ride it back....
Mike
Cheers mate let me know how you get on.
However i must admit i've got his bloody ride to work shit in back of my mind saying wait and do that. It sucks as i want a bike NOW! Im guessing if i wait and get that then i should be able to get a fucking cool bike for Ł800 say!
23-10-2007, 12:26 PM
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lol, they are halfords bikes full stop, but they are not bad for the money in my opinion. i dont know where else you would get that spec brand new for 370? 
23-10-2007, 12:31 PM
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Originally Posted by Ross84
lol, they are halfords bikes full stop, but they are not bad for the money in my opinion. i dont know where else you would get that spec brand new for 370?
In a dream perhaps, then you would go for a ride, snap the chain lunge forward the forks will snap and then....... and only then..........you will wake up from the screams of pain.
23-10-2007, 01:54 PM
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its got toras on it, they wont snap, i think its equipped with sram sx-5 rear mech and truvativ fiveD cranks, they should stand up to cross country abuses with no real problems. Its not like its an apollo. In recent reviews the carrera range has come out well against other brands.
24-10-2007, 02:03 PM
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Anyone that works in a bike shop.....
How long does it generally take to apply for the 'Ride 2 Work' scheme? I sent off for the application form for my business about 9 days ago. Have had nothing from them (Ride 2 Work) yet. After this I suppose I will have to complete and return this paperwork and wait for them to send me a voucher to buy a bike.
but I need a new bike now lol
How long does it generally take to apply for the 'Ride 2 Work' scheme? I sent off for the application form for my business about 9 days ago. Have had nothing from them (Ride 2 Work) yet. After this I suppose I will have to complete and return this paperwork and wait for them to send me a voucher to buy a bike.
but I need a new bike now lol
25-10-2007, 08:48 AM
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Originally Posted by Sunil_FiestaRS1800
Originally Posted by boXXer
I work for Stows Cycles, in Windsor.
25-10-2007, 08:49 AM
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Originally Posted by SteveT
Anyone that works in a bike shop.....
How long does it generally take to apply for the 'Ride 2 Work' scheme? I sent off for the application form for my business about 9 days ago. Have had nothing from them (Ride 2 Work) yet. After this I suppose I will have to complete and return this paperwork and wait for them to send me a voucher to buy a bike.
but I need a new bike now lol
How long does it generally take to apply for the 'Ride 2 Work' scheme? I sent off for the application form for my business about 9 days ago. Have had nothing from them (Ride 2 Work) yet. After this I suppose I will have to complete and return this paperwork and wait for them to send me a voucher to buy a bike.
but I need a new bike now lol
25-10-2007, 09:23 AM
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Originally Posted by boXXer
Originally Posted by Sunil_FiestaRS1800
Originally Posted by boXXer
I work for Stows Cycles, in Windsor.
Hes a decent enough bloke though and we all get on well with him and have a good laugh , which is surprising as you wouldnt think a 50+ self made man would want to hang around with the likes of me and my loud mouthed mates lol.
Whats he like as a boss. I know he is a self confessed tight bastard, but thats how he has so much money so fair play to him.
25-10-2007, 12:46 PM
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Originally Posted by boXXer
You from Burnham then?
Yeah he is a good boss TBH. Aint gunna say much though as he is my boss after all!
Yeah he is a good boss TBH. Aint gunna say much though as he is my boss after all!
07-01-2008, 06:55 AM
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Have to say I've had loads of bikes, and the only ones I rate are Kona. I've got two, and both are bullet proof and have never let me down. My roadbike has slicks and is set for the road with my off roader having hydraulic 4 pots front and rear and is bombproof.
Expensive, but worth it for the total lack of aggro I get from both.
Expensive, but worth it for the total lack of aggro I get from both.
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