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29er / Carbon wheels ordered
« on: October 14, 2017, 04:01:43 AM »
Just ordered these to replace my current Mavic Crossmax ST's 1385g SUPER LIGHT 29er MTB XC race 28mm asymmetric hookless mountain bike carbon wheels UD matte 2.5mm offset 29inch wheel set with Tommy Zheng from Xiamen A-One Bicycle Co, Very helpful and fast response with messages, ordered Friday and should ship via EMS Tuesday...... Will update when they have arrived and on the bike


https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1385g-SUPER-LIGHT-29er-MTB-XC-race-28mm-asymmetric-hookless-mountain-bike-carbon-wheels-UD-matte/32661754117.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.86oSQc

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29er / Re: XTR 9000 Race Brakes
« on: September 26, 2017, 01:38:00 PM »
Absolutely, they give you the confidence to brake harder when needed without the threat of throwing you out the front door!!  ;D

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29er / Re: XTR 9000 Race Brakes
« on: September 25, 2017, 10:00:39 AM »
I prefer the feel without the servo wave, certainly no loss of braking power and better modulation...... I wanted the MT8 race but couldn't justify the extra money just for fluro callipers. Plus it was an easier instal as I left the SLX hose for the rear in place and just connected the banjo and lever and re bleed them. What did you go for last time?

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29er / XTR 9000 Race Brakes
« on: September 24, 2017, 03:20:00 PM »
First ride yesterday with new XTR 9000 race brakes, 40km xc loop.... Excellent modulation and bags of power with 160mm rotors (my weight 67kg) nice progressive feel on the carbon levers. About 200g weight saving on the SLX they replaced

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29er / Re: Tubeless sealant
« on: August 31, 2017, 02:04:59 PM »
Did you get the tubeless ready Schwable or the lighter casing and ran it tubeless?

Thanks for the replies
Rick

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29er / Re: Eagle upgrade
« on: August 31, 2017, 02:02:24 PM »

My reason for the XO1 cassette and chain was weight saving, Could have gone for the gold coating but its just more expense with no weight saving and the GX rear mech and shifter shift as smooth and precise as the XO or XX1 as you say. For a slight weight penalty it was also a lot less ££££'s  ;D. Most of my rides are not very sandy and dusty but I use a wax based lube called SquirtLube and its super friendly on the drivetrain with regards to wear and attracting dust and debris

http://www.squirtlube.com

Eagle sounds perfect for your rides Gohloum, you won't go back after riding with it, I'm running a 30T Rotor Qring up front as its kinder on my knees  8)

Safe riding...

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29er / Tubeless sealant
« on: August 30, 2017, 09:30:12 AM »
What 2bliss sealant do you find the best results with? Ive been using Stans Race but am thinking of trying Orange Endurance.......

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29er / Eagle upgrade
« on: August 28, 2017, 05:40:01 AM »
Decided to upgrade to Sram Eagle, X01 cassette and chain with GX rear mech and shifter £404  8)

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29er / Re: Jar_head's WCB-M-062
« on: July 17, 2017, 02:20:58 PM »
Thanks Jar.......

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29er / Re: Chiner 29er KOM's
« on: July 10, 2017, 04:27:18 PM »
I totally agree  8)

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29er / Re: Jar_head's WCB-M-062
« on: July 10, 2017, 11:21:16 AM »

Gret article carbonazza, I've been using SIS and high5 gels/electrolytes for years with no stomach problems and just like the buy a box and use them convenience.....   :)

Quote from: carbonazza on July 09, 2017, 03:00:02 PM
Quote from: Rick64 on July 08, 2017, 05:37:08 AM
https://highfive.co.uk/high5-faster-and-further/mtb-nutrition-guides/cross-country-2-to-5-hour-event/    8)

Thanks but I'm an organic/fresh fanatic :o No way I would eat or drink powder/tabs/gel I don't know where they come from ;D
But when I plan to ride hard and long, I found a very good site that teaches you how to make your own gel and purée.
It is quick to do, keep well in the fridge and cheap.

Unfortunately it is only in French  ???... Google translate made significant progress recently, so I post it anyway.

I make this purée, the sweet one: http://www.diet-sport-coach.com/pages/content/produits-energetiques/compote-energie-maison-version-sucree-et-salee.html#L8uBQtspGfQH28Cy.99

And this gel: http://www.diet-sport-coach.com/pages/content/produits-energetiques/gel-energetique-booster.html#u7eu5MYuZfcrWG54.99

I pour them in silicone bottles like these: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Free-Shipping-3pcs-Lot-Food-Grade-Silicone-Leak-Proof-Design-Travel-Tube-Squeeze-Refillable-Bottle-Empty/32373315663.html
That I put in my back pockets.
And they are easy to clean and reusable.

Alternating 1 purée / 1 gel each half hour.

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29er / Re: Jar_head's WCB-M-062
« on: July 10, 2017, 11:15:58 AM »

Hi
How did the tyres set up tubeless and have you ridden wet tree roots or just dry hard pack.... How are they for sidewall protection. Im interested as 190g's a tyre lighter than my race king protections.

Thanks
Rick








Quote from: Jar_head on June 07, 2017, 11:34:31 AM
One week ago I competed in this season's first race and finished 33/281 overall and 8/24 in my age group on 55 km/1390 meters of climbing in 2:19 hours. Not that bad for almost no training this year so far..
The bike performed great, I chose a 34 teeth chainring instead of the 36 teeth because of the alpine terrain. And I tested new tires from Michelin, the Wild Race'r Ultimate in 29 x 2.0 both @ 470 grams. The tire is similar to the Continental Race King, but provides much more grip even if it is so narrow.
The next race will be on the 17th of june. 60 km and 1650 meters of climbing, with lots of trails, so I will miss a full suspension bike there  :'(  ;)



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29er / Re: Chiner 29er KOM's
« on: July 10, 2017, 11:06:59 AM »
Both of my kom's are only top out of 20 riders with 35/45 attempts so not widely ridden but local to me, I have a few top tens with one I'm 7 out of 2,080 Attempts By 688 people with is a road bikes predominantly sprint and only 2 seconds off 2nd place!....... which shows how quick the 062 can be..... Strava can be very addictive and also makes you plan rides around wind direction which can spoil the fun of just getting out and riding...... 

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29er / Re: Jar_head's WCB-M-062
« on: July 08, 2017, 05:37:08 AM »
https://highfive.co.uk/high5-faster-and-further/mtb-nutrition-guides/cross-country-2-to-5-hour-event/    8)

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29er / Re: Chiner 29er KOM's
« on: July 08, 2017, 05:35:10 AM »
Sweet  8)

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