Recent content by slimjim1

Just get a hardtail. With your budget you could go new.

Never driven the Simpson. Same as 99 per cent of the population. But maybe I’ll drop 80k on a piece of farm equipment for the daily office commute on the extremely unlikely event that one day I will.

Correct and I’m glad you mentioned those two vehicles specifically, because once you take out genuine off road ability and towing (which 98 per cent of people never actually do either of which , regardless of the fantasy world people like to live in) , those are actually far superior in every...

Serious question , how did we use to manage 20 years ago before these dual cabs were even a thing ? After seeing how people drive these things and getting stuck on a mountain road for several hours after one of these things flipped I’m 100% with hakkers on this. Bring on the so called “Ute...

I haven't been paying attention but have they been holding their value well? Cooker commentary suggests otherwise. Edit - just found a Drive article which seems to suggest they hold their value well until two years but absolutely tank after 5 years.

A lot of the events aren't actually 'races' and I think this has a lot of appeal for people. Also gives people an opportunity to ride somewhat remote places in a supported way (people who aren't comfortable with navigating or riding remote solo or in small groups).

Haven't read any of the articles on the new Fox yet but just guessing the mainstream MTB media are saying they are the best ever. In 2 months time MTBR will be full of people complaining about their harsh GRIPX2 dampers, how to unharsh them etc etc. In 12-18 months Fox will release another...

I was convinced I got done by one in rural NSW. Was a new MG SUV (probably less reliable than an AU with 500,000km) on the side of the road, I just assumed it was broken down but didn't realise until directly next to it that it was a speed camera.

I personally wouldn't put much weight on what Pinkmoped say at all IMO.

Thread dig. This event intrigues me. Anyone done the 100km in recent years and can comment on the ideal type of bike to take? If you could choose between a 120r/140f dually or a steel hardtail which would you pick? Leaning towards hardtail myself purely for the fireroad sections and double...

Same here, not had it. Minimal contact with people and still masking. People who have had it 5 times (and I'm convinced have mild brain damage) think you're insane for wearing a mask, but happy to live with that.

Seems to be absolutely rampant the last 2 months. Heaps of people I know have had including a couple of people who have managed to dodge it to date. Plus others who claimed to have had “summer flu”. Lol ok I don’t remember summer flu pre 2020 but keep sticking your head in the sand.

Interview on ABC Canberra with police this morning confirmed excessive speed a factor and cyclist not at fault. 18 year old NSW p-plater driver.

Price drop $450, possibly cheaper for anyone who wants to collect it off me in ACT.

Item: Manitou R7 Pro, 27.5, 120mm travel, 44mm offset Location: Woden, ACT. Item Condition: Brand new in box, uncut steerer. Reason for selling: Don't own a 27.5 bike. Price and price conditions: $500 Extra Info: Comes new in box with fender, volume spacers and spare decals. Full specs in...