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by Solo
Thu Sep 05, 2019 6:22 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: MTB to Adventure bike
Replies: 17
Views: 3872

Re: MTB to Adventure bike

Bar ends?
by Solo
Sun Aug 11, 2019 1:29 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Do I want a...
Replies: 58
Views: 9983

Re: Do I want a...

Can you hire one? I did and it made me buy one. I love mine but as a complement to my bike collection rather than a 1 bike to do all. The bike I am struggling with more is my gravel bike. It literally ticks every box except the one that tugs on my heart strings! But that is another story/for another...
by Solo
Wed Jul 24, 2019 8:25 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: Are gravel bikes ....
Replies: 48
Views: 7971

Re: Are gravel bikes ....

I think maybe because 'gravel' covers so many things a gravel bike is good option to stock too. Reading this review: https://advntr.cc/cipollini-mcm-allroad/ Just the opening bit about how gravel can appeal in different ways etc. I am thinking like an early 90s MTB that did 'everything' as in you'd ...
by Solo
Wed Apr 10, 2019 6:46 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: One bike only?
Replies: 38
Views: 7512

Re: One bike only?

2 HTs: 1 larger frame with 100mm forks for mile munching. The other is smaller, more travel, slacker and for playing about on. 2 road bikes: 1 is a proper race bike, the other is a decent all round road bike. Fat bike: just because... Tempted with a 'gravel bike' purely as it would suit much of what...
by Solo
Wed Apr 10, 2019 2:45 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: In the shops next week I believe.
Replies: 51
Views: 10057

Re: In the shops next week I believe.

Overall an interesting mag. I get the comments about the writing though. I guess ideally you would like fresh eyes on the subject, rather a road or MTB focused journo being asked to try it out (which it felt like imho). Not sure I was the target market in terms of looking for a new scene or niche to...
by Solo
Wed Apr 03, 2019 12:44 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Ribble CGR anyone?
Replies: 0
Views: 784

Ribble CGR anyone?

Any CGR owners here on BB?

Particularly interested in the 725 version after seeing it at the London Bike Show last week.
by Solo
Tue Mar 26, 2019 9:52 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Who’s brand ‘loyal’ ?
Replies: 28
Views: 5189

Re: Who’s brand ‘loyal’ ?

Certainly (sadly?) I am. Especially to brands that I have good experiences / dealings with.

Surly and Cotic in terms of bikes spring to mind.
by Solo
Mon Mar 25, 2019 10:43 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: In the shops next week I believe.
Replies: 51
Views: 10057

Re: In the shops next week I believe.

Looks interesting. Will try and pick up a copy.
by Solo
Sun Mar 10, 2019 10:46 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: Fat bike forum
Replies: 7
Views: 2230

Re: Fat bike forum

I missed the old forum too so was pleased when this new one started. Seems to be picking up well too.
by Solo
Tue Jan 29, 2019 10:49 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: karate monkey info required
Replies: 7
Views: 2077

Re: karate monkey info required

I have certainly seen a few KMs on insta and MTBR forum with Jones bars and the owners seem happy enough. I think there are a few youtube videos with guys building up KMs which should cover the gnot boost spacing and Jones bars set up if you find that sort of thing helpful. Mine is the older version...
by Solo
Thu Nov 01, 2018 7:53 pm
Forum: Anyone playing out?
Topic: Hello Fatties!
Replies: 10
Views: 2831

Re: Hello Fatties!

I will be out on mine. Likely solo, obviously.
by Solo
Sat Oct 27, 2018 5:16 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Steel 29er choices
Replies: 50
Views: 10211

Re: Steel 29er choices

:o :shock: :o
by Solo
Sat Oct 27, 2018 5:04 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Steel 29er choices
Replies: 50
Views: 10211

Re: Steel 29er choices

@metalheart
Have ypu completed the Solaris full house yet?
by Solo
Mon Oct 22, 2018 11:31 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: Steel 29er choices
Replies: 50
Views: 10211

Re: Steel 29er choices

Isn't the El Mar a steeper HA like my KM Ops?
by Solo
Sun Oct 21, 2018 3:58 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Steel 29er choices
Replies: 50
Views: 10211

Re: Steel 29er choices

metalheart wrote:
What size LS geo did you get?
Large, with 35mm stem. Finally a bike that’s the right size for me, not an in between :-bd
Thanks. I am always between sizes it feels.
by Solo
Sun Oct 21, 2018 11:01 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: Steel 29er choices
Replies: 50
Views: 10211

Re: Steel 29er choices

I have both Solaris (multiple) and a Sherpa. The Sherpa is more fun than the older ‘solari’ but the longshot geo knocks all that into a cocket hat. The new SolarisMAX is a confidence inspiring (and comfortable) ride. My bikepacking bike is a mk1 SolarisMAX (old geo) bought and built for its express...
by Solo
Sat Oct 20, 2018 8:23 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Steel 29er choices
Replies: 50
Views: 10211

Re: Steel 29er choices

Other option could be seeing if I part with my KM OPS :wink:

Edit: HA steeper than you want.
by Solo
Sat Oct 20, 2018 7:58 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Steel 29er choices
Replies: 50
Views: 10211

Re: Steel 29er choices

Brother cycles Big Bro?
by Solo
Mon Oct 08, 2018 10:00 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Anyone with a Pugsley?
Replies: 8
Views: 2532

Re: Anyone with a Pugsley?

With the chain on the granny and smallest sprocket it isn't sagging onto the chainstay. There is just enough tension to keep it tight- but only just. Indeed that is one of the ways I calculate the chain length. Stick it on small x small and make sure it is just held tight. Thanks Hamish. My chain i...
by Solo
Mon Oct 08, 2018 10:31 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: Anyone with a Pugsley?
Replies: 8
Views: 2532

Re: Anyone with a Pugsley?

Pirahna wrote:The chain is too long.
That was my thought but I only noticed once I'd had the back wheel out for a tube change.

It is lined up ok though. (the wheel that is)
by Solo
Mon Oct 08, 2018 8:17 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: Anyone with a Pugsley?
Replies: 8
Views: 2532

Re: Anyone with a Pugsley?

Maybe you can help.

When in the granny ring, how far down the block can you go without the chain sagging onto the chainstay?
by Solo
Sun Oct 07, 2018 7:44 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Anyone with a Pugsley?
Replies: 8
Views: 2532

Anyone with a Pugsley?

In particular running 2x10 set up?

Just got a quick gear set up/adjustment question.
by Solo
Sat Oct 06, 2018 3:38 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Tubeless recommendation for fat bike
Replies: 18
Views: 3212

Re: Tubeless recommendation for fat bike

NorwayCalling wrote: or even keep it tubed but go with 26 x 2.6inch DH tubes (my preferred option as its lighter).
This is what I've done.
by Solo
Sat Oct 06, 2018 3:35 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Tubeless recommendation for fat bike
Replies: 18
Views: 3212

Re: Tubeless recommendation for fat bike

It is a choice, split tube or sealing with tape/foam padding.
by Solo
Sat Oct 06, 2018 11:21 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: Tubeless recommendation for fat bike
Replies: 18
Views: 3212

Re: Tubeless recommendation for fat bike

Coastkid videos are useful on the split tube option.