Big Bike Thread

Bennah · 7 Jul 2009 at 17:41

Inquisitor said:
Just ordered the Cube LTD CC! Thanks for the link, Bennah

No problem

Shame I havn't got the cash atm to order one myself, but then gain 20" would have been top large I think.

Inquisitor · 7 Jul 2009 at 20:22

How tall are you? They told me on the phone I should fit a 20" Cube frame at around 5'11" to 6'; does that sound right?

Also, how do the Hayes Stroker Trail brakes compare to the Formula Oro K18s?

monkeypants · 7 Jul 2009 at 21:02

I'd have said you'd be better with an 18"-19" frame, though it depends on the other geo figs for that paticular bike.

The brakes are fine, but compared to the Formulas they're like trying to stop your bike by leaning over the handlebars and pressing two lemons against the wheel while the juice somehow squirts directly into your eyeballs.

Microwave · 7 Jul 2009 at 21:04

Inquisitor said:
How tall are you? They told me on the phone I should fit a 20" Cube frame at around 5'11" to 6'; does that sound right?

Also, how do the Hayes Stroker Trail brakes compare to the Formula Oro K18s?

I got an 18" for my Cube but I wanted it slightly smaller so it was more 'chuckable' I could barely touch the floor on the 20". I'm 6ft.

Josh107 · 7 Jul 2009 at 21:08

wiiija said:
09 EX9, loads of changes from standard. Just spent 5 days at Coed Y Brenin, these were taken outside our digs.

http://i234.photobucket.com/albums/ee279/wiiija/SDC10042-1.jpg
http://i234.photobucket.com/albums/ee279/wiiija/SDC10044.jpg

That looks like the same rear shock as mine, do you know how to lock it out? I'm guessing by setting the compression to max, but am unsure how to change it?
Probably something really simple lol

monkeypants · 7 Jul 2009 at 21:35

wiiija said:
09 EX9, loads of changes from standard. Just spent 5 days at Coed Y Brenin, these were taken outside our digs.

They were taken outside the camping barn down the road! That place is ace.

Inquisitor · 7 Jul 2009 at 21:52

monkeypants said:
I'd have said you'd be better with an 18"-19" frame, though it depends on the other geo figs for that paticular bike.

Yeah, that's what my LBS said :/ Oh well, we'll see when it arrives. I can always return it if it's just too big.

monkeypants said:
The brakes are fine, but compared to the Formulas they're like trying to stop your bike by leaning over the handlebars and pressing two lemons against the wheel while the juice somehow squirts directly into your eyeballs.

Interesting… I could always ask them to swap the brakes for me. They seem similar prices anyway. That said, I've heard the combination of SLX shifters with the Formula brake levers is a bit awkward on the other LTD bikes – any idea what the XT shifters would be like paired with the Formulas?

Microwave said:
I got an 18" for my Cube but I wanted it slightly smaller so it was more 'chuckable' I could barely touch the floor on the 20". I'm 6ft.

What d'you mean by 'chuckable'?

Microwave · 7 Jul 2009 at 21:57

Easier to move around on on technical descents / jumps.

Inquisitor · 7 Jul 2009 at 21:59

Not so much of a worry for me then, as it'll be 90% trail riding.

Bennah · 7 Jul 2009 at 23:57

monkeypants said:
The brakes are fine, but compared to the Formulas they're like trying to stop your bike by leaning over the handlebars and pressing two lemons against the wheel while the juice somehow squirts directly into your eyeballs.

Haha

Im 5ft 9". I prefer a slightly smaller bike too, like its been said, for me its easier to 'chuck' about and have control.

Aspect · 8 Jul 2009 at 20:56

Inquisitor said:
Not so much of a worry for me then, as it'll be 90% trail riding.

Where in Brum are you from pal? Will you be riding at Cannock Chase on your new stead?

barkey52 · 8 Jul 2009 at 22:41

ichabod crane said:
Coolio I will have a scarabonga over there later on, do you guys have any rides planned for this sunday?

The are mumors of another ride on the moors starting in Danby, so check the thread if you fancy hooking up.

Trick · 9 Jul 2009 at 10:36

Just taken delivery of the new bike, a Specialized Stumperjumper 09 FSR Comp! Got a great deal on it and can't wait to try it out properly at Glentress next week!

Specs here: http://www.specialized.com/gb/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=39192&eid=95

Gaijin · 9 Jul 2009 at 12:15

Hi chaps, was wondering if I could pick your brains in here rather than start a new thread. I've had about 3 punctures now since buying my bike, first two I attributed to rubbish OEM innertubes but now i'm starting to wonder about whether I'm doing something wrong.

I ride my bike to work at the moment, unfortunately on MB tyres until I can afford hybrids. As a result i'm running reasonably high pressures (40-42psi) to make the journey a bit easier.

The first two innertubes blew at the base of the valve which I initially blamed on them having relatively inferior valve reinforcement to their replacement continental equivalent.

However, the continental went this morning, not sure of the cause yet as I had to get the train quickly.

Are my pressures too high? I'm 16 stone and the bike in question is a Kona Four Deluxe.

I'm using continental tubes at the moment, no slime.

I change the tubes carefully and methodically, checking the tyres allong the way, spreading the tube out equally and making sure the valve is seated well, I don't rush it at all.

Thanks for your help.

Reality|Bites · 9 Jul 2009 at 14:53

get some tubeless tyres

SDK^ · 9 Jul 2009 at 17:34

Trick - Nice bike but it looks much too clean

Microwave · 9 Jul 2009 at 17:35

Sooo lucky living close to Glentress, very jealous!

Nice bike too.

Trick · 9 Jul 2009 at 17:43

SDK^ said:
Trick - Nice bike but it looks much too clean

Been out for a spin this morning so it's not quite so pristine! Love it to bits and can't wait to get out some more.

nicholas_yiu · 9 Jul 2009 at 17:45

Gaijin said:
Hi chaps, was wondering if I could pick your brains in here rather than start a new thread. I've had about 3 punctures now since buying my bike, first two I attributed to rubbish OEM innertubes but now i'm starting to wonder about whether I'm doing something wrong.

I ride my bike to work at the moment, unfortunately on MB tyres until I can afford hybrids. As a result i'm running reasonably high pressures (40-42psi) to make the journey a bit easier.

The first two innertubes blew at the base of the valve which I initially blamed on them having relatively inferior valve reinforcement to their replacement continental equivalent.

However, the continental went this morning, not sure of the cause yet as I had to get the train quickly.

Are my pressures too high? I'm 16 stone and the bike in question is a Kona Four Deluxe.

I'm using continental tubes at the moment, no slime.

I change the tubes carefully and methodically, checking the tyres allong the way, spreading the tube out equally and making sure the valve is seated well, I don't rush it at all.

Thanks for your help.

Higher pressure as long as you don't go over the maximum recommended should mean the tyres are more puncture resistant.

I suspect it's your rim tape that's causing the problem. Normally the rim tape gets stretched a bit especially where the valve is. This means your inner tube would be exposed to the particular sharp edge on the valve hole of your rim. When you run higher pressure, that sharp edge tends to cut your tube and cause a puncture.

The coutermeasure is to get proper rim tape.

Reality|Bites · 9 Jul 2009 at 18:10

anyone else having problems with the Dales website?

http://www.dalescycles.com/