Big Bike Thread

Begbie · 23 Dec 2013 at 17:01

Has similar not happened to someone on here before?

**** I'd cry!

Lakeland · 23 Dec 2013 at 18:43

I recently sent a kart engine worth about 1k through a delivery company that said no engines in their small print, I may well think twice about that in the future!!

neil_g · 24 Dec 2013 at 08:21

expecting to get money/crc vouchers tomorrow and want to get a new lid. does anyone have any experience of the bell super or the poc trabec?

Supercow · 24 Dec 2013 at 09:22

Of those two, get the Super - all POC gear I've had in the past have fallen apart.
I tried on a Troy Lee A1 last week - shouldn't have!!

Compared to any other "AM" lid, it feels like my head was enveloped between the thighs of a virgin Megan Fox. The looks may not be to everyone's tase but man - I'm getting one soon!

Merry Christmas guys, I heard rumours that Santa just passed CRC in Ireland, so he'll be here soon!

neil_g · 24 Dec 2013 at 09:31

the A1 looks nice in the matte grey, not too keen on the stripey colours.

Caseh · 24 Dec 2013 at 11:44

CRC Santa just visited me!

neil_g · 24 Dec 2013 at 11:58

CasKirensys said:
CRC Santa just visited me!

Caseh · 24 Dec 2013 at 12:09

Haha, he was just dropping off a Hope Stem, Saint Pedals and some gloves! I'm not allowed them yet though, my mommy says they have to be put away to open tomorrow.

6thElement · 24 Dec 2013 at 12:25

They keep selling the A1's cheap over here, have been tempted to try one.

Caseh · 24 Dec 2013 at 13:06

I'll give one of those A1 helmets a try when I next break mine (not be long I shouldn't think, I managed a small XC ride sunday, so shouldn't be long until I'm back to picking my bike up!)though I highly doubt it will fit, since I have a massive head.

Andelusion · 24 Dec 2013 at 13:42

It's good to hear you're back on the bike Cas

I hope you guys don't disappoint with new gear pics tomorrow/next few days!

Caseh · 24 Dec 2013 at 14:11

It felt good, thanks!

I'll get pictures up, but it will probably be boxing day. Not that there is anything exciting to look at with a Hope stem and Saint pedals.

Caseh · 25 Dec 2013 at 08:04

Merry Christmas folks

Andelusion · 26 Dec 2013 at 11:46

So did anyone get bike goodies? Santa brought me...

Spesh butcher control tyre (f) and purgatory control (r)
Replacement remote for my seatpost as mine has been bodged for the past 12 months. Fitted it yday and zomg it's lovely having a properly working one again!
Sram type 2 short mech
Works components chainring
And a few bits: replacement mech hanger, service kit for my vaults, new chain tool, circlip pliers and hook set (to make servicing my forks a breeze), proper allen key set (finally) and waterproof socks

Caseh · 26 Dec 2013 at 12:07

Stem
Pedals
Gloves
MuckyNutz front mudguard
Work stand
Crimp tool
Crimps
new brake + gear cables
I think someone must have been checking my browsing history lol, most of it was from my little sister as well! (15) Didn't get anything big, but got everything I needed

Cookeh · 26 Dec 2013 at 13:21

Bought myself a new bike for Christmas and got a MuckyNutz from my twin too, also got a Multi-tool with chain tool off the parents along with a Gelert Edge hydration pack.

Cas, what work stand did you get? I've been tempted by one but I can't seem to find a half-decent one beneath £100.

Caseh · 26 Dec 2013 at 14:08

Just a cheap one from Decathlon, £60. It's very simple, but my mates had one for 18 months with no issues

It does its job.

neil_g · 26 Dec 2013 at 15:49

Even the eBay 30-40 stands look pretty solid. I might grab one with Xmas cash..

Cookeh · 26 Dec 2013 at 17:34

Cool, cheers. Gunna have another look around!

BaJ · 26 Dec 2013 at 18:27

No shiny bits from Santa, off to Llandegla tomorrow though, looks a bit wet and windy!