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shadowcreaper said:
i looking to get some clip-ins for my bike as i been told by so many people clipless the way to go for any sort of XC or mountain bikeing except downhill ofc.

i trying to work out what ones to get so far i been looking at these what you recon?

i looking to spend no more than 100 pounds really.

http://www.evanscycles.com/products/shimano/mt41-mtb-shoes-ec008781

http://www.evanscycles.com/products/specialized/bg-sport-mtb-shoes-ec011618

http://www.evanscycles.com/products/specialized/bg-taho-mtb-shoes-ec011619

Then for pedals the ones that seem best are

http://www.evanscycles.com/products/shimano/m520-spd-pedals-ec005948

what you recon?
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You can pick up some shimano SPD pedals secondhand on auction sites for under a tenner posted. If you've not used them before I wouldn't spend £100. I'd plan on doing some embarresing 'oh man I forgot I was clipped in' 2mph falls as well because you will do them! I found that overall they are better as you mention, but after a lot of use I find they make my knees more susceptable to aches and pains. Possibly this is just shimano SPD's as they don't offer much movement. Also, make sure you get some that allow you to twist outwards and inwards to release
 
hey :)

started riding a bit.. short distances 10-20 miles a day and i have a question how do you keep you tires not punctured? been out for 3 days and 2 tubes are already gone? what kit do you take with your self to change/fix the tube ?
 
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Lowe said:
So - I thought the Duster needed a clean. Since the weather's nice I took all the guards off as well to see what she looks like naked. :)

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That's a REALLY nice looking bike! :)

When I look at getting a hardtail I'll be wanting a duster! Maybe the Ti version if I have the money!
 
grudas said:
hey :)

started riding a bit.. short distances 10-20 miles a day and i have a question how do you keep you tires not punctured? been out for 3 days and 2 tubes are already gone? what kit do you take with your self to change/fix the tube ?
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What tyres are you running?.

I have Schwalbe Stelvio's on my Pinarello and so far they seem more than capable of keeping punctures at bay. As far as kit to repair when out on the road, if I'm commuting I have a couple of spare inner tubes in my backpack and in my Specialized Mini-Wedgie bag under the saddle I have the usual stuff, puncture repair kit, patches, multi tool etc.

However, if I get a puncture, my first port of call will be to use the mobile phone and call the missus to come and pick me up. :p
 
grudas said:
hey :)

started riding a bit.. short distances 10-20 miles a day and i have a question how do you keep you tires not punctured? been out for 3 days and 2 tubes are already gone? what kit do you take with your self to change/fix the tube ?
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Im assuming youre on a roady?
If so, get some puncture resistant tires.
 
For anyone on road bicycles and dont want punctures:

Michelin Krylions!!!!


I've had mine since around feb time and I've not had a puncture yet, still using same 2 spares I had in my back pocket then.

Awesome tyres, fast too.
 
willhub, you've said it now my friend :p

I got a puncture yesterday on the rear. (Hardtail btw). Only for the fact that the tread is wearing very low with using only the rear brake for the last couple of months due to the front not working at all. Needs bleeding, not done it as a new bike is due soon, hence why no new tyre either :p Tyres are Maxxis Larsen TT's btw. They are brilliant. Cant fault them at all.
 
Ok guys I just ditched my car and started to bike to work which is 5miles away on pretty flat road just wondering what kind of breakfast should I have in the morning without too long digestion before I bike, only have 30 minutes from waking up and leave.

I tried a bowl of bran flakes and halfway through I felt like **** I guess since it is a slow release type?
So any recommendation for quick energy breakfast would be great.
 
remy87 said:
I tried a bowl of bran flakes and halfway through I felt like **** I guess since it is a slow release type?
So any recommendation for quick energy breakfast would be great.
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Bowl of Porridge Oats sets me up every morning for my commute. :D

Sometimes I push the boat out and have Crunchy Nut Cornflakes with half a Banana sliced into it.
 
Actually, if you are only riding 5 miles to your workplace, as long as you take on enough fluids before and during the ride, you shouldn't really need that much in the way of carbs to set you up for the ride there.

Make sure once you get there that you have a halfway decent recovery meal or drink/shake though.

My ride to work is 34 miles there and back so I kinda need my Porridge before I set off. :D
 
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