Polyrhythm
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Top work today chaps, was a good day!
Greg.
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I'm only down the road in Street. I ride pretty much wherever and I'm always keen for trying new spots. I usually get out once or twice a week after work in mid-Somerset and then my weekends are usually spent in Bristol but quite often we'll all get together if something's pre-arranged.
I'll PM you my number, give me a shout if you fancy a bash round somewhere.
Greg.
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Always take care of your posture, but the main thing for me (I'm getting a bit old now) is to warm up. Do some stretching and start off gently and keep having a stretch every now and then. Get your muscles moving before you bang out those explosive moves and you'll be able to ride as much as you like.
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THEME FOR THIS YEAR: Suited and booted? Even just a shirt and a tie or something similar, just for a laugh
Sounds ace. If I can make it, I'll make sure to wear the most awful tie possible.
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Great video and great riding
Obviously too cool for a lid though
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Ive got snail cams in my frame, with a pro 2.
Like it. Neat bodge
But something that doesn't mean your frame spacing is forced apart would be great. Essentially, being able to use off-the-shelf parts is the point. Not everyone will be willing, or able, to faff about getting their bike working. I love a bit of bodging, but let's face it, most people just want to ride their bike rather than feck about with it.Hope cams would be rather yummy too
You don't have to run snail cams on the inside you know. Just swap the bolts around and shove them on the outside. Also if you have to you can drill them out.Not on mine with its bloody fiddly drop-outs
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What would also be nice touch with the Pro2t, would be the option to use the hub with or without snail cams. I.e. removeable spacers which would make the hub compatible with more frame/chain tensioning combinations.
I currently run a Pro2t in a frame designed to use snails. I've got it sorted with some chain tugs, but it's not pretty. I'd give my right nut to be able to use snails with my Pro2.
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Can you absolutely everything I need other than the frame please.
1 bike. Minus frame.
Seriously though, it's your bike and your budget. Have a good look through Tarty, they will have everything you need (they even do kits I think). It's the only way you'll learn, being told what to get isn't necessarily condusive to a good build. If you make some effort to narrow your spec down then people will be more inclined to advise you I would have thought.
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Right I'm thinking along the lines of: Echo Lever Blade, Echo Brake Booster in andonized green to improve braking and looking nice and also V!Z rim tape in green to go with the booster and lever and then some Wellgo Shin Dig pedals in a silvery/whiteish colour to match the frame. Which will be around 80 pound
And as for the chainstay protector I will be getting the Onza Blade of Tartybikes so I will just use the free one from them and the Onza Citrus Pads so my back brake will be pretty sweet (with the upgraded lever, pads and booster). And as for the handlebars I'm not to fussed about them.
And by the way I don't care about you spending my money for me you probably know better than me!
Thanks loads for the advice Polyrhythm
Liam =D
Those sound like sensible upgrades mate. I'm sure you'll get on well with them.
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I'm just going to spend ages on tarty =D
Good plan. Perhaps if you went for handlebars, pedals and a chainstay protector or something, that would would keep the cost down but still give a balanced look.
Anyway, I'll stop spending your money for you now mate. You're lucky to be getting a decent bike, never mind colouring it in with posh bits
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I like the sound of red and also green, what about fluro green because that really would be contrast.
Haha, I like the sound of proper lairy colours. Also think about what parts you're going to get though. Say if you got fluoro green rims then found out all the other bits you want are only available in a normal anodised green, it might look a bit mis-matched. Maybe that's a bit fussy, but if you're going to the expense of colour scheming, you might as well research the hell out of it and get it looking perfect.
You could blow hundreds on this easily
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Ok so ditch the gold... Its cheap and nasty looking.
So run a red and white colour scheme?
Thanks Liam =D
Red and white would look great. Red anodised parts can look a bit inconsistent though. Sometimes they turn out a bit pinky, but if you're happy with that then no worries, it'll still look smart.
Blue or green would also be good. What I'm trying to get at I suppose, is contrast.
You're right when you say that you should get the bike first and see what you think. Be patient before lashing your money on loads of bits
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a stock onza blade pffft do you no the difference between a mod and a stock
'Pffft' outside of trials terminology, do you understand what 'stock' actually means?
It is essentially rudimentary gravy.
[mumbles] fkin kids and their bickering, try to rise above it... [/mumbles]
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Do you think this would nice?
Please comment on anything negative about it and positive as i intend to do this for christmas
Thanks
Liam =D
If you're suggesting seasonal decoration then yes. Work a few bits of red in there and jingle all the way.
However for a permanent investment, nothing says 'Cheap Elizabeth Duke Baubles' like gold. Just my opinion.
More constructively (and again, just opinion); I'd pick a more bold colour on a white bike (2009 model presumably?). Then if you can, go for the same manufacturer for your coloured trinkets. That way the colour should be a better match.
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Hello guys, how do you become a member fast?
please help!
One word: 'Contribute'.
Don't bullshit. It's quality that makes you a valuable member, not quantity.
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I am massively keen for a Bristol ride. I am also shitfaced and definitely incapable this weekend.
Soz.
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and my newly gained wage rise
Sweet. Well done mate. Any jobs going at the Ministry of Silly Walks for me?
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You've carefully picked a day when I can't make it because I'm working to pay for your wages. You absolute gargantuan arse. I used to like you.
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Good choice. They're lovely aren't they? I bloody love mine
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Hmmm
Plus jodhpurs and a red jacket. Got to do it properly.
Fox corpse is optional of course.
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Find oil, throw in, done. Less think, more ride
Like your thinking there mate. As long as it's not water or chewing gum it'll be reet. The only time grease is going to be a bad thing is when 'people' put too much in. Oil is probably more idiot proof
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It made a massive difference when I went from flats to risers. They're so much more comfortable
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Tis bloody lovely mate, deosnt ride too badly either, you seemed to becoming a bit of a monster on it! Defo Plymouth this weekend, ride, drinks, ride drinks etc will be good
I'm loving it, it's sooo nice to ride.
I might be able to make plymouth on Saturday but I'm not sure yet so I'll have to let you know.
A Cheeky Vid Of Me Riding Back In 2005
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Alex, hurry up and get yourself another bike. It was a waste of a damn good rider when you stopped.
You'll pick it up again really quickly. It's just like riding a bike...
Greg.