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commuting mainly, with minimal off road
commuting mainly, with minimal off road
Can anyone with a bit more knowledge that me tell me the basic differences between these 2 bikes and what would be best to go for ?? -
http://www.decathlon.co.uk/EN/rockrider-5-2-black-34963795/
Or
http://www.edinburghbicycle.com/ebwPNLqrymode.a4p?f_ProductID=11138&f_FullProductVersion=1
I went for some Pararacer Fire XC pro tyres, I'm using schwable marathon plus tyres at the moment, coming from the stock fast trak ones, where after a year or so I started getting a puncture every month due to glass on the road, I think the tyres were just worn out.
I raced on Sunday, did the Bordon 4 hour enduro. Did 35 miles all sniggle track (spelt wrong )
Some very poor photos as I have not bought them yet.
Cardiovascular wise, I’m fine but need to work on the leg muscles. I had the opportunity to do 6 laps as the 5th was 15 minutes before the 4 hour cut off. But had nothing left in the tank.
So not so Specialised after all. Im going to make a huge effort before the years out to be competetive in the spring. Wish me luck.
SDK - Sig is very close to yours, hope its OK?
I went mountain biking today for the first time in far too long
recap:http://forums.mtbr.com/showthread.php?t=661307
Your girlfriend has nice legs
Torch [P4];17654364 said:found this awesome vid over at mtbr
Specialized is a well known brand, my friend had a hardrock years ago and it was pretty good.
The fork will be better, also I notice things like sealed cartridge bearings on the bottom bracket, double sealed bearings on the hubs etc which will probably last you a lot longer.
I prefer SRAM components too, which the specialized has.
Just my opinion but I would go for the Hardrock 100%.
Also I would buy from a local bike shop, and make them check everything first. Gears should be aligned perfectly and there should be no lateral play in wheels,cranks,headset etc.