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Mark A said:
I use Finish Line Wet Lube as well, my bike has been in storage over the winter months and it still rust free. I used some dry lube before i got that and the chain began to rust after one outing in the wet.
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cool, i just saw the website and it says "A heavier, wet-style lubricant that requires a little more attention to drivetrain cleanliness, but delivers the ultimate in lubricity and protection.", should i clean the chain first with a toothbrush or something?

also, whats the correct method of tightening the quick release wheel skewer?

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digisatman said:
cool, i just saw the website and it says "A heavier,
also, whats the correct method of tightening the quick release wheel skewer?
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You being serious? Just push it ;) Just do it so its hard enough to push against that it leaves a slight red mark on your hand after you've closed it.
 
Some nice bikes in this thread.. Just been out on mine in the snow and rain.. fun :p Managed to completely snap the front disc off the hub though :o Not fun considering their brand new brakes :(
 
SgtTupac said:
Tell me about it.. Was hanging off the front brake wondering why nothing was happening.. only to realise the disc had stopped.. but the wheel was still moving lol
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What the ????????????????????????????????

Pics? :eek:

That some mad funky chit. Warranty?
 
I was out for a blast on one of my local trails on Saturday. Cycling in snow is fun but darn knackering!

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So much for the Heckler's tyre clearance:

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I think I've finally decided on my next steed. Another 29er as I've enjoyed my hardtail 29er so much.

Turner Sultan in black, with a Reba Race converted to 100mm up front. Hopefully to look something like this:
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Giddy said:
More travel please sir!
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Not too many choices in 29er forks still. Besides apart from cranks and headset I'm going to transplant everything from my Paragon. So fingers crossed I can get it done for about £1100.
 
Mark A said:
I use Finish Line Wet Lube as well, my bike has been in storage over the winter months and it still rust free. I used some dry lube before i got that and the chain began to rust after one outing in the wet.
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Me too, 2 months without a single turn of the crank and went for a ride and still the same as before. No rust.
 
Raymond Lin said:
It was hard enough to walk in riding in it must kill !
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On Saturday I only covered 14 miles in 2 hours due to constant hard pedalling through snow. A good cardio work out though :)
 
i cant believe i've never noticed this thread before, god its been ages since i've been out for a good ride on my bike, work and other commitments pretty much pushed the bike out of the window for the last couple of years

when i do get to ride i'm still beating about on the old karpiel
i just cant bare to part with her even though i rarely get near the hills these days.

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