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Got my new Bionic frame off Alex Dark built up (almost). Its a B5ST according to the Zhi site and I'm pretty sure it runs Fans geo so it should be quite nice, will have a proper measure when I get it home. Spec is all off my old python except for the trialtech bars and headset off Franksx2005. Frame - Bionic B5ST Forks - Echo Urban Wheels - Onza sealed hubs with Echo TR red rims, Stiky rear tyre, Creepy Crawler front Steering - Echo SL headset, Trialtech forged stem and bars with Rockman grips Drivetrain - SL freewheel and bashring, Trialtech cranks, pedals and sprocket Brakes - Hope mono trial 160mm front, 05 maggie rear with 4 finger lever, TNN clamps and booster system and hs yellows Just needs the chain putting on when I get home and can shorten it then I can take her for a test ride!

There are far too many variables to be able to define what the best brakes are, it's just what works for each person.

Just building up my new bike and noticed that my maggie pads had worn so one edge on each has a chamfer to it and can't figure out which way it should be facing?? Do I have it so the chamfer is to the rear of the bike allowing the wheel to turn into it or should it be on the other side so the wheel runs out of the chamfer if you get what I mean??!!

Got my entry in for the 1st round, and I'm glad to see that Bracken Rocks is on the cards. Be nice to not have to travel miles to get there!!

Yeah no problem as long as it was prepped well, he did the frame in this link for Adam at Tartybikes. Did some forks for me just after Christmas, I posted them to him special delivery on the Tuesday and they arrived back with me on the Friday, awesome service and a great bloke!

Unless you plan on some extreme close ups you won't be needing a macro mode

Not true, you wouldn't have to polish up to a mirror finish. The finish of anodising is however related to how well propped the piece is, just needs to be nice and smooth so rubbing down well with wire wool and taking your time is advised. If you have anything else you want anodising however pm me and ill give you the email of a guy who does a great job at great prices! This is true however.

You'll have to get scouting around then for when I come over!!

No worries, as and when you can squeeze it in mate, just let me know how much you want for the postage and I'll sort you out!!

Yeah thats great matey!

Pictures??

Nah no worries mate! Think this year we're stopping near Newborough Forest, but it's not a massive place anyhow so can always stick the bike in the motor!!

Nice one, PM me wen you've done it and I'll get some £$ sent across for you. And what I believe Adam means is change the design a little so it's more like this I apologise for the ropey paint drawing!!

Yeah would be great if you could!! How much do you want for one??

Not much help really but I'll be heading to Anglesey in the summer for a week so if your nearby where we're staying could meet up for a ride!

Blood from a stone springs to mind

Fancy knocking me one of those up in a half ring??!!

Will a small starnut from Tartybikes not fit??

I get it Ben, you really like yours!

Loads of people use hydraulic discs on there bike, Hope even make a trials specific disc brake for the job. The only thing to recommend if you deiced to swap over is make sure you're running at least a 180mm rotor on a 26" as 160mm just won't have enough power and hold to do the job though I couldn't comment on whether your particular Shimano brakes will be suitable for trials, you may be better off with actual Hope Mono Trials brakes but see how you go on.

Was just browsing Tartys like you do and spotted the Koxx training trousers. I've seen a few people wearing them and I'd like to give them a try but Tartybikes have sold out of large so was wondering if anyone knew where I could still get hold of a pair? Does anyone who owns some have a review of them also??

You got a potential spec planned JD or are you gonna wait till the frame arrives before you decide??

That's a pretty good result, think my zoo python came to just over 12!

Dan your a legend, I have that problem with mine. Almost have to set it up across the road to take some shots! Where can you get one from?? Bit off topic but you look really awkward riding with flat bars, the front end looks far too low for you! Get some risers slapped on!!