Big Bike Thread

thecremeegg · 19 Mar 2013 at 14:09

Well I usually ride swinley, afan, cymcwrn etc so a variety. Will be at the Alps in the summer though may change tyres to proper dh ones for that. What would be a better option than the maxxis at a similar cost? Was looking at the hans dampf but 50 quid each is ridiculous

Andelusion · 19 Mar 2013 at 14:41

Buy them as a pair from bike-discount.de.

They're out of stock at the moment (they usually have plenty) but they're worth waiting for/enquiring about as it's a megabargain http://www.bike-discount.de/shop/k371/a88122/hans-dampf-evo-snake-skin-pacestar-trailstar-set.html buy me some too please?

BaJ · 19 Mar 2013 at 14:54

Agreed, they're a bargain from bike-discount, mine arrived in 2 days or so too, great service.

BaJ · 19 Mar 2013 at 14:56

While I'm here ... has anyone ridden up/down Cadair Idris before? Off to Coed-y-Brenin and Machynlleth for the weekend soon and thought we could divert for a quick up/down here as it's on the doorstep.

neil_g · 19 Mar 2013 at 15:14

Andelusion said:
Buy them as a pair from bike-discount.de.

They're out of stock at the moment (they usually have plenty) but they're worth waiting for/enquiring about as it's a megabargain http://www.bike-discount.de/shop/k371/a88122/hans-dampf-evo-snake-skin-pacestar-trailstar-set.html buy me some too please?

same deal i got, about £40 cheaper than CRC..

SpudMaster · 19 Mar 2013 at 15:29

thecremeegg said:
Thinking of running a Maxxis Minion DHF on the front and a High Roller on the back of my bike. Want it to be able to cope with some downhilling but also not drag too much for the odd bit of XC/AM. Is this a good combo? Oh and what width should i be going for, the 2.35 or the 2.5? I assume the 2.5 will be quite draggy for the XC stuff?

For XC and AM I wouldnt go over 2.35 personally. I'm currently running 2.35 Swampthings on my DH bike and tbh Im thinking I don't need 2.5 tyres anymore. Only gonna use 2.5 for the Alps and rocky uplifts

Supercow · 19 Mar 2013 at 15:50

SpudMaster said:
For XC and AM I wouldnt go over 2.35 personally. I'm currently running 2.35 Swampthings on my DH bike and tbh Im thinking I don't need 2.5 tyres anymore. Only gonna use 2.5 for the Alps and rocky uplifts

Depends whether you're referring to Maxxis 2.5 or actual any other manufacturer

2.35 in any but maxxis is enormous for AM

booyaka · 19 Mar 2013 at 16:07

the 2.35 HD's come up pretty big as well!!

HUNTER.P · 19 Mar 2013 at 18:21

Just picked this up yesterday - cant wait to get out on it over easter. Merida One-Forty 900

booyaka · 19 Mar 2013 at 18:25

Nice bike - awful pedals!

also that rear brake hose looks routed in a very strange way?

thecremeegg · 19 Mar 2013 at 19:58

Andelusion said:
Buy them as a pair from bike-discount.de.

They're out of stock at the moment (they usually have plenty) but they're worth waiting for/enquiring about as it's a megabargain http://www.bike-discount.de/shop/k371/a88122/hans-dampf-evo-snake-skin-pacestar-trailstar-set.html buy me some too please?

http://www.bike-components.de/shopping_cart.php

These guys any good?

Lakeland · 19 Mar 2013 at 20:00

After some brake advice. I was talking through some things while arranging delivery for a new bike and the guy sniggered at my choice of front brake suggesting it was OTT. Any thoughts? Only looking to replace the front. I'm about 100kg.

2013 specialized camber (base model)

Hope Tech M4 203mm with braided hose

HUNTER.P · 19 Mar 2013 at 20:01

booyaka said:
Nice bike - awful pedals!

also that rear brake hose looks routed in a very strange way?

Yeah the pedals kinda stand out, they're standard with the bike. Never noticed them on the website, I'll prob replace them with something else at some stage. Not much grip on them plus I've got big feet

JustBen · 19 Mar 2013 at 20:47

Lakeland said:
After some brake advice. I was talking through some things while arranging delivery for a new bike and the guy sniggered at my choice of front brake suggesting it was OTT. Any thoughts? Only looking to replace the front. I'm about 100kg.

2013 specialized camber (base model)
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Why's it over the top? they're good brakes. Only way a brake could be over the is the weight surely?

Supercow · 19 Mar 2013 at 20:53

New GoPro!

Bedside table, camera, tripod, wipes ... sh!ts about to get real.

Lakeland · 19 Mar 2013 at 21:20

always4lora said:
Why's it over the top? they're good brakes. Only way a brake could be over the is the weight surely?

That's what I was thinking but I wasn't sure if I was missing something!

What's in the wooden box Supercow?

Supercow · 19 Mar 2013 at 21:28

Ah - expensive wine!

Perfect for the party.

Sinny · 19 Mar 2013 at 21:35

Do you guys think this is worth it? I live not far from Crewe so can drive down.

http://www.bikeradar.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=40089&t=12904962&p=18209184#p18209184

it's a 2010 Orange Crush, not sure whether to price is right or what. but I'm considering this over the rockrider 8.1

meh sold :|

SpudMaster · 20 Mar 2013 at 02:12

Supercow said:
Depends whether you're referring to Maxxis 2.5 or actual any other manufacturer
2.35 in any but maxxis is enormous for AM

Yeah sorry Maxxis 2.35. 2.1 or 2.2 is plenty big enough by other brands standards (actual measurements

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shadowcreaper · 20 Mar 2013 at 10:30

Hey guys need some help.
I'm currently in process of converting my rock Hopper into a commuter.
I've stuck some slick 1.35s duranos on them but looking for a rigid fork.

I was going to get a kenises maxlight but no one has stock!
So I need a good alternative
Suggestions? (Must have v brake bosses)