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Thanks for your reply,, Yes I remember the gigapipe being well regarded but wondered is that in comparison- like best of a bad bunch? Ive heard many people just wrote off isis (with a threaded bb) due to the bearing issue. Now ive been out the loop some, and mostly only ever ran square taper or 48 spline with press fit for any length of time. Ive never really used isis for very long but I remember hearing that the bearings are so small that they don't last. Albeit this is more from mtb'ing.. which I suppose it could be argued that trials Is quite different in that we don't actually 'cycle' half as much and likely to avoid bad weather more often. Im not concerned in terms of snapping b.b as such, more about bearing life. Saying that, im only just getting back into riding so Im hardly going to be putting the thing through its paces at the moment. To be honest I may be trying to make a 'solution without a problem' if people have found conventional b.b's sufficient. If so, what have people found is the best option? I don't mind trying a few but thought might swell ask before spending my hard earned! Currently threw a cheap nicco one in there while I weigh up my options. Its going on a stock trials bike (currently a Zona Zenith), with fixed front sprocket- king rear hub. Frame may change but its likely to be with another threaded b.b as I prefer geometry from days of old to be honest! Plus I don't have the money to buy newer stuff with all the newer fitments ( tapered forks, new freewheels etc etc)

Okay, Im thinking the 'engineering' might be something like angle grinding a few mm off the inside, b.b inter-face section of the crank arms? SO naturally my second question would then be, For £50 and a bit of faff does anyone have an opinion about whether that might be of any benefit compared to buying a relatively priced internal bearing b.b? If not, which is the best isis b.b to go for for that kind of price? There are Fsa platinums in clearance at crc.. Or Tensile have theirs going at rock n roll bikes for £20. Or are any of the b.b's from trials specific brands actually any better? I remember SKF's were always the recommended choice before, or the superstar loose bearing but I think that's discontinued now. Appreciate any advice or input Cheers

Hey guys, Just looking for a little advice or sharing of experiences regarding Isis B.b's I remember that the conventional internal bearing b.b's never used to have much good said about them however I still see them used and sold for trials.. aswell as the newer Spanish press fit bearing which seems to more common now which is cool. My question (before asking the inevitable question of.. what's the best isis b.b out there?) is has anyone ever tried putting sram gxp (22/24mm) external bearing, threaded b.b cups with one of the 22mm axles from a trial tech Spanish isis b.b? I spoke to tartybikes about and they kindly responded with some advice that it 'may' be possible but may be difficult to do considering the 'real estate' for bearing contact face on the axle. It seems the amount of room one would have to play with is essentially the width of the black spacer that comes with the Spanish bb kit. So what im wondering is.. Would a (thin as possible.. such as the 'prime gxp' b.b available at wiggle) threaded,external bearing b.b for GXP cranks (24/22mm.. 24mm side can be reduced down with an available shim) work with the trial tech axle.. Or.. Not?

Before enlightenment chop wood, carry water. After enlightenment... Chop w o o d ................... Carry w a t e r Nice riding, my friend

Totally appreciated that, the riding was great and the whole set up looks great. Blue pallet trials spot.. iconic! That bail at 8.45 got me thinking.. Can Can drop off? nice work *werk

really happy to see this! I genuinely loved this bike.. If you're ever selling it again please let me know first Id really appreciate it, thanks

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those hanging hooks just look crazy

I know, a friend showed me this last week.. If I had the cash Id love to buy it back! It's a really nice bike and the mods the next owner after me had done are nice additions IMO. £950 a little steep but it is a one off. Id say well worth £750 though, if it's what you're after! Great do it all geometry

Bring back the chain slap! Dinner plate bash guard? And the circle is complete

Really nice riding, enjoyed that Thats some pop out of those manuals! What is that yellow frame?

That was awesome. Really appreciated all of that.. Very skilled riding and nice filming/ editing. That was right on good work man

Would this mean that any of those naughty people who are self employed but havn't been fully declaring their true income will end up getting stung as theyll only receive a percentage of what they've been declaring? And does anyone know if its calculated on final taxable income only? So does not include income spent as work expenditure offset against tax? Or is it total income before offset deductions? I'm not self employed anymore but just curious how it's working for others.

Hope everyone is keeping safe and well, Many difficulties occuring for people aside affects from the pandemic of this virus such as stress and worry Thought I'd share a little tip of using lemongrass essential oil in your homes.. It's really wonderful stuff. It's obviously no cure as such but helps hugely with cleaning the air for better breathing and relaxing mind receiving stress. In one of those little burners with a tea light is a cheap option, fill dish with water and add a dozen drops or you can get some whizzy high tech essential oil vape style air freshener things these days also. Just for relaxation purposes around the home and since most people are stuck at home at the moment, now might be the time to experiment with some aromatherapy ? Many great oils to help, including eucalyptus, pine, frankincense etc I personally enjoying lemongrass at the moment. Would love to hear if anyone tries these who hasn't before or if people have other tips and techniques. Hows everyone coping? Keeping a routine, and not over eating being stuck at home! peace

Okay cool, good to hear it! Hope he's doing well. And yourself.. I'd be up for a meet up in Bristol one weekend Cheers John.. No doubt catch up with you this year.. You still in porthcawl?

Does anyone know if Ben is still around? Seems he's not so involved anymore?

I really like those frames Build looks lovely Bet that's a joy to ride on the grey stuff!

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.bbc.co.uk/sport/amp/olympics/41348585 This is interesting. The question crossed my mind; would there somehow need to be the ability to have a quantifiable world record in order that something become an Olympic sport? If so does that then force the 'sport' to become limited to a replicable course? Otherwise I just don't understand how it can span generations as an Olympic sport. Having such things as world records etc. Then again, how can boxing have world records? I don't even know what makes any sport Olympic. I'm surprised the egg n spoon race isn't.. I mean they teach it in school!! Can anyone enlighten me on how sports are chosen to become Olympic

Haha, no absolutely right.. That was utter nonsense. I'll crawl back into my hole now lol! Anyway.. porthcawl ride listed in rides section. Come along and let's discuss further the philosophy and olympic future of trials! Maybe even if anyone knows Ashton personally let's get him out and he can tell us what its all about Though i imagine he no longer lives there. I remember seeing him on the sea front.. Legend. I've resumed normality. Think there was something in those lentils..

Lol, yay hot topic How much per click! Lol, I'll delete all that so as not to embarrass myself further :

Lol okay thanks You're right, of course it's a sport.. What am i on about? I just never really saw it like that! Of course there can be contests to test riders skills. I suppose competition and contest are different things? I used to love going to competitions, but i was never much good. But it sure was a test. Or a trial! But can trials be an Olympic sport? I don't know.. I only just realised it was a sport! Lol

It's like climbing. And interestingly climbing has recently gone through similar questions to become part of the Olympics. And similarly I'd imagine that if trials is to do the same it may be worth looking at that as an example. I d say speed trials is a form that the sports form of trials could it. You could isolate aspects like high/ long jump elements I suppose but would be boring possibly? Sorry for the long post, that was completely just nonsense But for me making it 'olympic' misses the point.

some great riding there! The megamo days; always liked those bikes but never even rode one. Looks like you rode it well

But clearly not half as good as thousands of riders.. and my instinct tells me you probably won't be.. Though you have got some of the basics down very well, ill give you that Though you clearly felt provoked; I feel you ought to apologise to yourself about that comment none the less. I think the comment was aimed at the fact you've been posting videos of you topless on holiday and someone riding a fold up bike around at night.. This is the 'shite' referred to which I would agree is best kept contained but actually I would say is best left on your Instagram for people to follow or not if they like your content. Thing with tf is its a public forum and like with any forum some people may get a bit annoyed if one member constantly treats it like their own personal profile. It's a fine line and no one can say your doing something wrong but try to understand the delicate balance. Im sure nobody wants to take anything away from you but may feel your choice and style of interaction with the community here is a little hard to fathom. I noticed you riding around my home town of Long Eaton quite a lot.. Are you local? Im rarely there these days and have been riding much the past few years. But I'm sure I'll see you around at some point if you live near by. Though I hope not in the summer, because there's little I find more awkward than talking to a man with his top off, call me a traditionalist but heh, that's me You're right to be offended by rude comments but also my advice would be to try pick up on the 'subtle' attempts of people giving you some constructive criticism and try to take it on board. I quickly get a strong impression people here don't want to see your nonsense videos but would really enjoy seeing your proper skillfull riding videos! And would enjoy seeing one that's been crafted with care and thought. You dont seem to be much of an artist but theres generally a saying that less is more.. Again, it's a fine line but i get the impression quite a few your viewers are not particularly enjoying your work.. But thats not to say its all bad! My feedback would also be.. Quality not quantity. Flickering images of you posing or whatever can sometimes be a great addition to piece of film, but it's a fine line between it being insightful or cringe worthy. Your clearly trying hard to promote yourself so id genuienly advice you to see the essence of the feedback comments. All being said However I must say well done for trying and I hope you can keep improving all your skills; riding, filming, editing and understanding. Also well done for kicking that gap at long eaton town hall.. Only ever saw neil tunnicliffe do that one.. I certainly never have! Though you never know this time around.. Ive got a bike with a positive b.b rise for 2020 lol Keep it up and try to find the constructive criticisms from your feedback

Edd tongues cream pashleys. Matt tongues GHz. Kris leesons bikes. ( I used to only reaally like steel bikes!) Lastly.. Sounds sort of strange but.. My old bike... Wait, hold on... Here me out.. After the guy who bought it from me sent it back to Clive to have disc tabs welded f+r and the frame rawd and lacquered, the old school 3piece dmr ring thing bashguard machined down.. It looked so good I kind of wish I could get it back! So yes, I kind of owned this bike ( I designed it!) But what's been done to it makes me really want it back! Its so unique.. https://www.picclickimg.com/d/l400/pict/142180976908_/Leeson-609-Custom-24-Full-Trials-bike-Chris.jpg IMO the Geo is perfect, and seat tube height :).. Anyone know where this is now??