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Post by Cheap as chips on May 22, 2016 21:56:19 GMT
Very nice!
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Post by Deleted on May 23, 2016 7:01:12 GMT
Looks top that does - about the only bike I like with the vertical shock
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Post by roundie1981 on May 23, 2016 7:38:03 GMT
Looks Bob on that mate
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Post by leedodds1 on May 23, 2016 7:46:52 GMT
Very nice fella
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Post by rossco832 on Oct 1, 2016 18:53:27 GMT
Was just out for a pootle today and I just had a look at the bike and actually realised how much I love this bike. Not only for it's capabilities but I know I'm biased but I think it's one of the nicest looking bikes out there. I'm having a little trouble with my brakes but other than that this bike has been faultless.  |
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Post by kirky72 on Oct 1, 2016 18:57:20 GMT
They are indeed mint looking.
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Post by andy4d on Oct 1, 2016 19:51:55 GMT
Yep
Can't argue with that. It's a fine looking bike alright.
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Post by ktmfiveforty on Oct 2, 2016 7:29:47 GMT
Tis very nice 
Whats the prob with the brakes ? (if they're Guides, ditch the SRAM pads for a start .. they are sheeiit!) |
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Post by rossco832 on Oct 2, 2016 8:43:30 GMT
Tis very nice
Whats the prob with the brakes ? (if they're Guides, ditch the SRAM pads for a start .. they are sheeiit!) They are guides, I might try change pads. Basically they don't feel strong enough to stop all the time. Took them to bike shop for a bleed and they said they were fine when they checked them. What pads are recommended ? |
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Post by ktmfiveforty on Oct 2, 2016 9:04:53 GMT
I used these .. www.chainreactioncycles.com/nukeproof-avid-x0-trail-guide-disc-brake-pads/rp-prod129759 .. (sintered) ... along with a 203mm front rotor, tho the bigger rotor was just the way I like the stoppers, the 180 was great with the NP pads also
They made a world of difference, and depending on whether you have the Guide R, RS, or RSC .. (I think the RSC has reach and bite point adjust) these pads are a fraction thicker, so you can back the reach adjuster off a bit if you like a solid feeling bite on the disc 
My Mega is a bit of a lump, and these brakes are now easily capable of hauling it and me to a stop on a sixpence, but with a very light feel and free stroke, unlike my XT's on tother bike .. |
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Post by hodgy on Oct 2, 2016 11:26:18 GMT
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Post by rossco832 on Oct 2, 2016 12:21:55 GMT
Thanks for sharing that. Really looks like such a professional operation. I know a lot of people have had issues with the Customer Service side so I hope they can sort that out as well. Extremely happy with my bike. Hope they continue to offer good value going forward. |
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Post by rossco832 on Oct 2, 2016 12:23:26 GMT
I used these .. www.chainreactioncycles.com/nukeproof-avid-x0-trail-guide-disc-brake-pads/rp-prod129759 .. (sintered) ... along with a 203mm front rotor, tho the bigger rotor was just the way I like the stoppers, the 180 was great with the NP pads also
They made a world of difference, and depending on whether you have the Guide R, RS, or RSC .. (I think the RSC has reach and bite point adjust) these pads are a fraction thicker, so you can back the reach adjuster off a bit if you like a solid feeling bite on the disc
My Mega is a bit of a lump, and these brakes are now easily capable of hauling it and me to a stop on a sixpence, but with a very light feel and free stroke, unlike my XT's on tother bike .. Going to order a set. I have the ultimates and honestly been a bit disappointed with them compared to my Avid Trail 9s on my old bike. If I still had it I would have swapped them over. Those brakes never missed a beat. |
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Post by ktmfiveforty on Oct 2, 2016 16:13:30 GMT
Long shot this I know, but any chance you have somehow contaminated the rotors/pads ? .. a little overspray of the GT85, or chain cleaner, any aerosol in fact .. just a thought, its easy done 
I have a little trick that works a treat if you have  .. might be worth a go before shelling out again! tho saying that, I don't think I'd choose any other make of brake pad now TBH .. even if they are contaminated and could be cleaned successfully |
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Post by Killswitch73 on Oct 7, 2016 3:09:13 GMT
I used these .. www.chainreactioncycles.com/nukeproof-avid-x0-trail-guide-disc-brake-pads/rp-prod129759 .. (sintered) ... along with a 203mm front rotor, tho the bigger rotor was just the way I like the stoppers, the 180 was great with the NP pads also
They made a world of difference, and depending on whether you have the Guide R, RS, or RSC .. (I think the RSC has reach and bite point adjust) these pads are a fraction thicker, so you can back the reach adjuster off a bit if you like a solid feeling bite on the disc
My Mega is a bit of a lump, and these brakes are now easily capable of hauling it and me to a stop on a sixpence, but with a very light feel and free stroke, unlike my XT's on tother bike .. Going to order a set. I have the ultimates and honestly been a bit disappointed with them compared to my Avid Trail 9s on my old bike. If I still had it I would have swapped them over. Those brakes never missed a beat. im going to try ubber bike sintered pads as ive got the same brakes on my YT capra pro race and they are shit for stopping at speed , they just dont seem to not bite and stopping distance is awful . a few times i didnt think i was going to be able to stop and it was wet too . I have XTR and XT on my other bikes and they stop way better than the GUs . i thought about selling them and getting the hope tech3 e4s in red . www.rushcycles.co.uk/m63b0s604p5283/HOPE-Tech3-E4-Braided-Hose-brakes-Front-and-Rear-Red |
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Post by ktmfiveforty on Oct 7, 2016 15:29:51 GMT
End of the day, you could use Saint DH 4pots .. but if the pads are shite (which IMO SRAM are) that powerful master/caliper don't count for much 
The Guide RS on my Mega are simply awesome (but not wooden feeling if ya know what I mean) |
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Post by Rlo80 on Oct 7, 2016 16:42:51 GMT
What's that Ergon saddle like? i admire their ethos of making everything as ergonomic as possible and it really does sound like they make good comfortable products!?
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Post by rossco832 on Oct 7, 2016 17:59:34 GMT
What's that Ergon saddle like? i admire their ethos of making everything as ergonomic as possible and it really does sound like they make good comfortable products!? The best compliment I can make is that I don't really notice it so that's a good thing. |
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Post by danthor on Oct 10, 2016 8:05:17 GMT
That's a seriously nice looking bit of kit, bet you're cheesing  Good choice mate, I also agree with you, this in my opinion is one of the best looking bikes on the market. |
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.. might be worth a go before shelling out again! tho saying that, I don't think I'd choose any other make of brake pad now TBH .. even if they are contaminated and could be cleaned successfully 
