Technical Q & A / What should I buy
In an effort to clean up this forum a bit, I have removed some of the stickies, however links to them are kept here for anyone who finds them useful. The Rim roundup: http://forums.farkin.net/showthread.php?t=11137 Tubeless, all you need to know: http://forums.farkin.net/showthread.php?t=86107...
http://www.bikeradar.com/news/article/eurobike-2010-hopes-new-cassette-with-integrated-freehub-27582 I wish they'd do a 6speed with 8 speed spacing for a 135mm hub.
Hey all, Sorry but I am new to DH/FR MTB and have just bought a 04 Kona stinky complete with a few upgraded parts, However im not a big fan of the frame itself. I have, however seen a ironhorse sunday that i rather like and within budget. just want to know if i am able to take the parts from the...
Hi, I'm planning a move from Melbourne to Massachusetts in January and would like to make the most of the new environment (when the snow melts) by purchasing a bike mainly intended to go downhill, but I'm not really sure where to start looking. I have a good trail/cross country bike so that type...
I'm having drams with my 409 argyle's. They are an OEM argyle off a norco 250. They are bottoming out after 2''. When I pull them apart and put them back together they then return to the full travel. However when I then go jumping, after the first jump they lose all the travel again. I then...
Hey guys does anyone know if there is a good quality mixed bag of nipples available, as far as I can tell nothing like DT pro-locks atleast. Anyone got a suggestion apart from buying like 6 packs of different colours???
Hi guys need a little help here. Whilst away noticed my front hub has developed play and is sounding a bit rough which is probably a sign that the bearings need replacing.... Thing is i have no idea what size bearings to get. The wheel is a front wheel from a 2008 Specialized demo 7. The hub,...
that in place of LocTite 243 thread sealant, you can use the humble rubber glue used in patching tyres? a bit messy to get on if you put on too much and kinda difficult to clean afterwards, but they work well to mechanically hold and (later contaminate the treads) the small non-load bearing...
check out the 2011 888's omg
Im looking at the current offerings in DH cranks and am hoping to get slightly away from the traditional -saint -holzfeller -Raceface diaboulous/atlas I'm looking at some of the following as possible options MRP - bones lite Atomlab - Pimplite Reverse - Legend Middleburn - RS7
Considering getting it done, but I've been told it's a little dodgy as lowers are generally magnesium? Pros/cons anyone?
Just a silly question that prolly has a simple answer. i've got an 06 yeti 4x dualy and on the manual it recons the bb height is 13" (330mm) when mine reads round 340mm to the center. now i know most of you are going Duh, the tyre tread, but its the same with the chainstay lenght. Yeti manual...
Item: raceface atlas cranks 170mm, with 83mm BB/ Hadley Hub 20mm/ Avid Elixir R rear brake. Location: Brisbane, Morningside Item Condition: Cranks- brand new,never used. Hub- Good condition. Brakes- few scratches. Reason for selling: Spares Price and price conditions: Cranks- $250. Hub-$50. ...
hey guys, im looking at getting a new chain guide for my 2008 giant glory 8 comp.. i was wondering what chain guide would fit and what one is worth buying.. or can i just get any chain guide? cheers
Hey guy, at the moment i am running a single speed 36t to 16t gear ratio and it is perfect for me (i like a harder ratio). but... I am building up new wheelset and i getting BMX cranks. I am also getting Hope pro 2 hubs, which on the back can have at the smallest and 11t so i was wondering what...
http://www.chunked.com.au/About.html and no i don't work for them, just like any product out of oz!!! good luck guys
I have a bighit fsr 09 and was hoping someone could give some advice on if the warranty will cover putting on dual crown (boxxer) forks? This is straight from the 2010 manual: CAUTION: Any modification of your frame, fork, or components means that your bike no longer meets our specifications...
Hi all i've been riding my bike and lately i've noticed that my dhx4 is making a squelching noise. So i think "i'll put some air in it" i put the pump on and there was next to no air in it :( my question is has anyone experience this and do i need to have it repaired? Thanks.
I'm looking at buying a new set of cranks for my bike but i dont know what size it is I'm riding a Malvern Star Odeon. could some one please tell me what size bb it would have cheers
I saw these a few months ago on the discovery channel and was keen to check 'em out at crankworx. So far they only have a snow goggle but I was told a bike goggle is on the way. The goggle has a small screen inside on the bottom right of the frame that shows speed, altitude and a whole bunch of...
Hey guys and girls. Basically when is the right time to change the helmet? Today i had a hard crash into a tree but took most of the force on the shoulder. Apparently there was a loud crack noise so i suspect its my helmet. Is there a way to test if it is still ok? Its a 661 2008 carbon Evo...
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