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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
Join Date: Jan 2005
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Holly crap some bloody very nice bikes on here makes mine feel like a big w special now.
Below is my new first real bike. Though i start with a commuter bike for now then work my way up. What do you think? Cannondale Quick 3 ![]() |
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Critical Thinker
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Adelaide
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Bike looks good to me ANGEL#3.
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In wollongong area.
Hoping to get some shoes soon. |
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Have been doing the canal a bit then out through the Pemulwuy industrial area then over the hill back into Greystanes. |
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Join Date: Mar 2007
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Canal and Pemulwuy is a good run. You can get to the M7 pretty easily by dropping down in to the top of Wetherill park too.
Wouldn't be the nicest place to ride during the week, but on the weekends the roads are empty so it is easy as. What have you bought yourself, bike wise?
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I had been looking for a bike and came across this on ebay. The guy had bought it online and had an accident at work and hurt his back. He had held onto it for 6 months butt he couldn't ride so he sold it. He said he had never riden it so I took a punt. Ended being only bidder got it for $280 so not much too lose I thought. When I got it the tyres still had the rib of rubber around the middle of them. It is a Reid bike they have a few stores along the east coast. Alloy frame carbon forks Tiagra groupset and Alex rims. Quite a nice bike to ride will do me for a while. I can relate to what blueoval said regarding my body remebering. It remembers that it didn't like hills when it was 20 and still doesn't at 55 Heres a pic of it on my trainer where I have just been for 45 minutes ![]() I will be glad when my sons house is finished and I can have my shed to myself again. No room in there with all his stuff stored in it. Last edited by The G6ET Spot; 30-07-2014 at 07:42 PM. |
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Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Adelaide
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Great price for that bike mate. I would have bought that too if it went for that price. Nice work. Just got to get out and ride it. Hopefully the bike fit is suitable for your body.
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After some shoes and cleats. Been told mountain shoes are the go. Any recommendations?
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Rob
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Woodcroft S.A.
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i was on a tight budget (still am) so just grabbed these
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Shimano-S...3D300926994257 have done the job for close to 2 years now. mountain bike shoes have the cleat recessed in to the sole so its easier to walk. to be honest, you get used to walking in road shoes pretty quick. |
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Location: Adelaide
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MTB cleats will be fine for your bike ANGEL#3
I have a pair of Louis Garneau which were fantastic prior to my SPD road shoes.
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MTB cleats are good as they are easier to get in and out of if you're just starting out.
Plus the shoes generally have the cleat recessed, so you can still walk around as if you're wearing normal shoes. I personally just went straight to road cleats and haven't had any issues, but it is always a personal preference thing...
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Hey SgtBourne would you say its worth while getting cleats for my kinda riding as l was just going to get some nice grippy/big pedals and skater style shoes as that work great for me in the past, or have the times changed?
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#1397 | ||
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Location: Adelaide
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You can get Skater style shoes that will adapt to MTB cleats and pedals.
http://www.backcountry.com/vans-warn...VAN0840-BLA-S4 http://tbsm.com.au/apparel/cycling-s...th=265_359_51& Or a basketball style MTB shoe which also has the adaptability of cleats http://www.wiggle.com.au/shimano-am4...ain-spd-shoes/
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#1398 | ||
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Hi all anyone seen this. Looks alright from what ive seen so far.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_OwMCjhgA-k Link to web page http://www.tacx.com/en/products/trai...us-multiplayer |
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Rob
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Woodcroft S.A.
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not for me. real scenery is better. real company is better.
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Couldnt agree more but came across this and it looks alright.
I had to but my bike in for warranty job and im into my 2nd week now without a bike. Hoping it will be ready next week. |
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Being able to get power on the upstroke, as well as the downstroke is a massive bonus. Other people would want to be able to transition from riding to walking, without feeling like they are in reverse high heels ![]() If you're just wanting to potter about town, ride to the shops and then walk around, then I would say getting clip ins is a bit much. (Though as pointed out above, the MTB cleats are perfect for such riding). RE: Tax Trainers, my boss has one and we used it during the Easter Show period where we don't have the luxury of getting out for a ride. And for what it is, it is brilliant! However, as said, nothing replaces time in the outdoors, but if you're strapped for time, it is a great investment.
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So, slowly but steadily l will be fitting this choice list of shimano products to my bike, costing is accurate for today on ebay, l'll have my bike tech fit it up so here is the list:
Shimano Zee product costing list. Zee rear mtb hub #M640…………..$65 Zee Right side trigger shifter 10spd #M640…$55-$65 Zee 10spd rear derailleur………….$120 ZEE M640 (REAR) right brake lever BL-M640 BR-M640 PM caliper…$230 ZEE M640 (FRONT) left brake lever BL-M640 BR-M640 PM caliper….$230 ZEE M640 thru axle front hub w/ lockring………$55 Shimano Deore XT 10spd Cassette 11-36T……..$77-$90 Total……….$850-$900 gonna be starting at the front working my way back if you like l can document it in here, feel free to give feedback, or your own opinion on what you think would work better for the same price. |
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Having said that I ve been riding clipped in for last 20+ Years - for me it is about power transfer and feeling as one with a bike. Last edited by SumoDog68; 11-08-2014 at 04:55 PM. |
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Pulling up in low cadence situation would be used in track acceleration from standstill or in preparation for a sprint (short duration -high power) - in a long climb you ll get pretty tired very quickly if you try pulling up on every stroke. Last edited by SumoDog68; 11-08-2014 at 08:51 PM. |
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Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: QLD
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Mr.NiceGuy, I did a quick price comparison with all your components from Chain Reaction Cycles (CRC) and you would be saving at least $300 including delivery.
I have bought many many items from CRC or Wiggle, and both have been outstanding, great prices & quick delivery. Check them out. There are many more overseas companies eg. ProBikeKit, Jenson, even Aussie Sellers Cell Bikes or Torpedo 7 have better prices than eBay. Post your build progress here, and if you need help with anything, please don't hesitate to ask. |
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What brand is better for a crankset FSA or Shimano, and what order does Shimano products go in from best to worst?
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