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  1. mrptl

    Chain gauge

    Thinking to get a chain gauge to see if my chains are worn or not. Looking at the options, why buy a $30 Shimano when on eBay you can get a $1.50 chinese …? But there is always a halfway $20 BBB. What do you reckon?
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    [SOLD] Garmin Edge 800 – with genuine Aus/NZ Topo map

    Thanks for looking. Item is sold. Item = Garmin Edge 800 In a few words = GPS with turn by turn and map display, ANT+ compatible, touchscreen. Log your workout, analyse later, prepare a route, find your way. Location = Katoomba, NSW Reason for Selling = not needed anymore...
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    Daily videos feed

    Hi guys, Just to let you know I’ve started a new page on Facebook about MTB videos; it’s a daily pick of quality videos – focused on XC and Enduro with sometimes DH – only videos; so no news, no photos, no articles, no jokes. Called Dirt + Pedalling / daily videos...
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    Wellington (New-Zealand)

    I'm in Wellington this Thursday. Anyone can suggest the best XC trail to go? I've found these on http://www.wmtbc.org.nz/where-to-ride And perhaps also a good place to hire a decent suspension bike? I've only found http://www.mudcycles.co.nz/Rental_Information.php
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    Sold

    ITEMS SOLD. Item: GoPro Hero 3+ black edition and accessories Location: Blue Mountains / Sydney Item Condition: used, but shinny as new. Reason for selling: need money Price and price conditions: SOLD! Extra Info: As per picture, you'll get: • GoPro Hero 3+ (black edition) • 32Gb memory card...
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    Sold

    Item: Mavic Crossride, 2013 model, rear wheel, 26", 9mm QR, 6 bolt Location: Blue Mountains NSW Item Condition: used for a few months, perfect condition, no dent and is true Reason for selling: lost front one, bought a new wheelset Price and price conditions: $135 + postage Extra Info...
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    [LOST] Mavic Front Wheel – in Leura

    LOST yesterday arvo (Sat. 4 Oct), 5pm – front wheel in Leura main street, in front of the bottleshop (Leura Cellars, awesome range of beers btw). It's a 26" Mavic Crossride. Cross my fingers someone saved it for me. PM if you did or know who.
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    Shimano Disc Brake (LHS) – Rear Shifter (RHS)

    Looking for: 1/ Disc brake, left hand side lever, lever + calliper 2/ Rear gear shifter, right hand side • hinged clamp • Shimano XT, SLX or Deore • good working condition If you have both would be easier – just one of the two is alright too. Make me an offer.
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    [NSW] Complete XC bike, Dual, Large

    Mate of mine looking to buy a complete cross-country bike: • Large size (he's 1.95m) • 26" or 29" • Dual Suspension • Sydney region would be easier • Budget $800 Let me know what you've got, and I'll pass it on.
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    [NSW] Short travel fork (wanted to buy)

    Item: short travel suspension fork Location: Sydney / Blue Mountains Price range/Willing to Pay: make an offer Extra Info: travel ~ 80-100mm > un-tapered > 26" > disc > in good working condition
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    [NSW] SOLD — Front or Back Rack, Freeload (now Thule)

    –SOLD– [b]Item: [/b] Bike rack from Freeload (and now sold by Thule). Works on back and front (even on suspension). Location: Surry Hills (work hours) or Bondi Junction Item Condition: Used Reason for selling: No needs anymore Price and price conditions: $50, pickup or can mail at...
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    Garmin's quarter turn lock & iPhone

    Wondering if there is an iPhone case compatible with Garmin's quarter turn lock system? So I could use their lock for both Edge 800 or an iPhone. I've found a company called Quad Lock which look very similar, but they've put the lock side on the iPhone. Here is the back of a Garmin Edge 800:
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    Headset upgrade

    I'm in the process of making my old mtb more a commuting bike. I've decided to replace the old "suspension" fork with a rigid fork, and take the opportunity also to upgrade to disc brakes. So I've bought that on eBay… cheap cheap, hope it will be good. I've removed the old headset to prepare...
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    Crankset, which tool?

    Trying to remove my crankset to clean it, and I find it very hard to understand what tools to use or how to do it (nop, I don't want to bring it to a shop), as what was fitted on my bike (GT Sensor 3) is totally different than the majority vidz on youtube; it's a Shimano M430 (crap Alivio)...
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    [NSW] Rigid Fork – wanted

    *Wanted/Looking to buy* Item: rigid fork for 26" wheel, disc brake compatible Location: around Sydney Item Condition: in good condition or new Reason for buying: converting my old XC for the road Price and price conditions: make an offer Pictures: please provide Extra Info: happy to...
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    [SOLD] Thule roof bike carrier (591)

    Item: Thule ProRide 591 Location: Bondi Junction Item Condition: Used Reason for selling: No more space on the roof Price and price conditions: $175 Extra Info: perfect working condition, no rust, have all parts given and box too, still under warranty (4y) and have receipt Pictures:
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