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by Cummings
7 Jun 2009, 3:39pm
Forum: Off-road Cycling.
Topic: No Mudguards???
Replies: 38
Views: 10061

Re: No Mudguards???

They're useless, that's why.

They don't keep mud off you. And they're the first thing to snap when you have a spill.
by Cummings
24 May 2009, 8:52pm
Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
Topic: Mountain biker needing road bike help...
Replies: 2
Views: 313

Mountain biker needing road bike help...

Hi all

I'm into mountain biking....

A mate of mine is looking into getting a road bike so I said I would seek some advice on his behalf. He's looking at spending no more that £300.

I've looked at the "What road bike" thread, and there's nothing there... Please help.

Where does he start? What can he hope to get from tat budget??

Thanks in advance

Michael
by Cummings
30 Mar 2009, 8:27pm
Forum: Off-road Cycling.
Topic: Grizedale Forest
Replies: 5
Views: 2040

Grizedale Forest

Hi all,

me and a mate are thinking of going away for a couple of days to the lakes. After a bit of research, I cam up with Grizedale Forest. There seems to be a few trails there etc, good for camping too.

So has anybody got an opinion they'd be willing to share with me? Is it worth the 2 hours journey (I live in Halifax)???

Look forward to your replies..
by Cummings
22 Mar 2009, 8:45pm
Forum: Off-road Cycling.
Topic: Bitten by a dog!!
Replies: 13
Views: 2631

Re: Bitten by a dog!!

Mick F wrote:sue the owners, or have them put down instead.

.


At the time, it nearly came o that, but I'm over it now.....
by Cummings
22 Mar 2009, 8:27pm
Forum: Off-road Cycling.
Topic: Bitten by a dog!!
Replies: 13
Views: 2631

Bitten by a dog!!

All...

I've fallen off, smashed mudguards, broken lights and had many bruises.

yesterday while out on some excellent trails, we went past a farmhouse/cottage. Then out came some fierce looking black dog and bit my ankle!!!!

So, aside from the many comments about this, I have one question...

Is that it? Can I now consider myself a proper biker????

What else is left??
by Cummings
12 Mar 2009, 1:12pm
Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
Topic: Chain removal. Good idea?
Replies: 11
Views: 642

Re: Chain removal. Good idea?

Hemipode wrote:
Perfectly safe on anything. And yes, 8sp.

Stewart got there first.

Unless you have a 4x6 setup

Now that I've got to see :D :shock:


Point taken folks.... :oops:

thanks for your replys though
by Cummings
12 Mar 2009, 12:53pm
Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
Topic: Chain removal. Good idea?
Replies: 11
Views: 642

Re: Chain removal. Good idea?

Hemipode wrote:Hi Michael.
If you do remove your chain you will need to use a new connecting pin or you could consider fitting one of these which makes any future removal & re-fit very easy. I use one on my 8 speed tourer & would recommend them.
There is a huge array of opinions on chain maintenance on this thread.
Personally I like a clean (ish) chain & the slick gear changes it allows (now prepared for the ongoing 'to clean or not to clean' posts! )
Hope this helps,
Ken.


Cheers ken.

Are they safe on a MTB? Also, (this sounds thick asking it) just to be sure. I have 24 gears, so I'll need a 8sp one. Right?
by Cummings
12 Mar 2009, 12:18pm
Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
Topic: Chain removal. Good idea?
Replies: 11
Views: 642

Chain removal. Good idea?

All,

I'm getting more into looking after my bike now and wonder - should I remove my chain to clean?

I have a tool already, but should I use it?

If so, will it weaken the chain at all? I have no spare pins, and I've been advised I shouldn't put the same pin back in (if I removed the chain). Is this the case?

I've seen the various threads on cleaning chains, but would like some advice prior to that point!!

Any advice would be appreciated.

Thanks

Michael
by Cummings
8 Mar 2009, 6:39pm
Forum: Off-road Cycling.
Topic: MTB: Beam shots from my little setup..
Replies: 25
Views: 5775

Re: Re:

insanityideas wrote:
Tonyf33 wrote:wish my car headlights were that bright...lol
I was thinking of getting a Niteflux Photon with 3x4 watt LED's as a road light for pitch black country roads with speeds up to 35mph. Now available for under £150 they look great value if the run times are accurate.


Made my own LED bike lights 4x3watt LED's cost about £16 total plus 50p for each lens. Obviously there was some time and expertese to build them and make a controller circuit, but I get about 8 hours runtime off of 10xAA rechargable batteries. That just puts into perspective the profit margins on these so called value lights, cost of the LED's is peanuts but they still command a premium price. Although spend £150 on a light does get you very good build quality.

The 2x3watt flashing rear lights really micturate off motorists who follow me too closely they have a brightness comparable with car brake lights.

BTW the flashing low profile lightbars that the police use these days have 5x1watt LED's per flashing unit, so my bike lights in strobe mode are comparable to these.


Hi

Really interested in doing this. Any guidance on how to do it you can point me to?

Thanks

Michael
by Cummings
19 Feb 2009, 8:37pm
Forum: Off-road Cycling.
Topic: New Jacket
Replies: 6
Views: 1263

After all that, I've plumped for an Altura Crossmax. Found it at half price for £32. Seemed a good do to me.
by Cummings
16 Feb 2009, 4:03pm
Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
Topic: Front gears and basic maintenance
Replies: 12
Views: 828

Front gears and basic maintenance

Can anybody help?

I only ever come on here for advice!!

My front gears are giving me some bother. They change up okay, but not back down. The chain rubs for a while against the housing then it eventually changes down. On close inspection, it looks as though it’s not springing back enough. Is there a spring to tighten? It’s a Shimano Altus if that helps?

I’m new to this fixing it myself stuff. Or is it back to the bike shop?

Also, is there a good book out there which would help me with basic maintenance? I’ve looked and there are quite a few. But which one is best?

Thanks again
by Cummings
13 Feb 2009, 1:56pm
Forum: Does anyone know … ?
Topic: Cycling shoes
Replies: 22
Views: 2024

*whispers*

I'll keep an eye out for them then. Thanks for the tip off (nothing on website yet...)
by Cummings
13 Feb 2009, 9:18am
Forum: Off-road Cycling.
Topic: New Jacket
Replies: 6
Views: 1263

Anybody have an Altura Nevis?? What are they like?

I've seen one for £29.99. Looks like a good price??
by Cummings
9 Feb 2009, 12:54pm
Forum: Off-road Cycling.
Topic: New Jacket
Replies: 6
Views: 1263

New Jacket

Well, I got home from being out and about and somehow my cycling jacket had found it's way into the dryer... gutted. Now too small to fit a human.

So I'm looking for a new one and seen this on flea-bay. Anybody heard of the make etc?? I'm not that bothered about illuminous and rear pockets etc, as I'll be using for off-road..

Any opinions?? or an alternative for a similar price??

Thanks all.

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by Cummings
4 Feb 2009, 1:26pm
Forum: Does anyone know … ?
Topic: Lights
Replies: 5
Views: 821

Lights

Hi all,

I would like some lights. I currently have some little LED ones. Fine for being seen, not so fine for lighting up the way ahead.

Any recommendations?

I'm looking for some that are inexpensive and light up the [ath ahead.

I've heard about people use torches and jubilee clips - is this the way forward?

Any recommendations anybody?