Ben J
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Originally posted by Nic Barnes
A mate of a mate is selling it just sent me the message. Its not a hard tail from the pic he sent.
Best bet is go to a decent local bike shop. Speak to them. Tell them what you are after. Try some out and get sized up. Look at bikes around £800 mark.
Then go and buy one 2nd hand for cheaper.
I kow its not great for the LBS but with a fairly limited budget its best for you.
[Edited on 11-02-2013 by Ben J]
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Ben J
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Originally posted by smcGSI16V
Don't bother with a specialized, they are poorly specced.
I was told same.
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willay
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Barnes how many bikes have you got 
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Nic Barnes
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Will be 3rd and 2 cars.0
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Doug
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Anyone going to Cannock this weekend coming? Possibly going on Sunday.
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fred7
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just watching for a another DH bike doug if i get it i will defo. if not maybe on my XC bike
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Doug
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I'm slow as shit going around. I will probably have a first crack at the red route to get some feel back. Hopefully don't fall off and break a rib!
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podgeworth
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Originally posted by ed
Think I'll be ordering that Genesis Latitude I posted about in the other thread some time soon. Visited a couple of local shops and they weren't actually that helpful (I would have actually bought from them, so I wasn't wasting their time  ), so I need some advice on sizing. I'm 185cm/6ft 1 tall - can't decide whether to get a 19" or a 20" frame. How much difference can that 25mm make?
If you came into the shop Id suggest a 20.5". Go a size smaller if you like to chuck it about a bit.
Have a look at our sizing chart: http://www.ukbikesdepot.com/info/bikechart.php
Recommended size is a 20-22ish. Any other questions give us a ring, where open 7 days a week 
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James
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This year I'm going to get back into mountain biking more seriously. I don't necessarily mean hardcore downhill stuff, just a combination of on and off road stuff on a regular basis. I'm also considering joining a local club.
I'm fairly happy with my bike (Specialized Hardrock Pro) but need to get some decent clothing/equipment.
What kind of clothes does everyone wear for mountain biking? Ideally I'd like some kind of padding for when I'm out on a long day.
All I have so far is mountain biking gloves and a helmet 
Thanks chaps.
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smcGSI16V
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Endura humervee shorts with padded inners, hh base layer tops, gore alp x soft shell top and a cheap water proof jacket for when its bad, seal skin water proof socks and a osprey hydration pack. That's all I have. I don't bother with leggings as I'm not a girl and don't mind getting dirty.
I mostly do xc stuff though so depending what you prefer to do it may differ.
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deano87
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Pretty good advice that. You can't go wrong with Endura or even Madison stuff these days.
I wear leggings, but 3/4 length to protect the knees from fold weather. Have to look after your knees.
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Ben J
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I've got Endura Humvees with padded liners, sometimes double up with by bib shorts. I've got an Endura base layer and then tend to wear a normal t-shirt on top of hat. I've raided Decathalon for a couple of cheap BTWIN out layers/waterproof jacket.
I've got a Camelbak Lobo which is big enough for bits and bobs needed.
I've got leggings but only wear if its baltic
Specialized gloves, Bell helmet. Need a new helmet at some point. Its a road helmet.
[Edited on 12-02-2013 by Ben J]
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Jamie Walby
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I wear a lot of Gore and Castelli clothes. Cant fault them. Tend to favour Gore Jerseys and Castelli shorts.
Dropped my road bike off for a service this morning. Told them under no uncertain terms to call me if anything expensive needs replacing
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Jamie Walby
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quote:
Originally posted by deano87
Pretty good advice that. You can't go wrong with Endura or even Madison stuff these days.
I wear leggings, but 3/4 length to protect the knees from fold weather. Have to look after your knees.
I read that under a certain temperature (I forget what the exact figure quoted was) you really must cover your knees. Ive been out without protecting them on some pretty chilly days and theyve turned blue.
I have some leggings but I prefer shorts with leg warmers. Just feel more comfortable to me.
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Ben J
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JW when does your Penny Farthing arrive? Can't be long now?
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willay
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Not enjoying my rides this week already, turning into quite the chore. Bike is also being a cunt.
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Jamie Walby
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Just keep going Willay!
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Ben J
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Originally posted by willay
Not enjoying my rides this week already, turning into quite the chore. Bike is also being a cunt.
DIG IN WILLAY!!!!!
GO WILLAY
GO WILLAY
*cheerleaders*
*Banners*
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Ben J
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Wish I could ride to work.
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Whittie
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quote:
Originally posted by Ben J
Wish I could ride to work.
Give it a go
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Ben J
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Yeah. Deffo. Might not make it to any appts tho.
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Whittie
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Leave earlier 
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Whittie
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When its not raining I cycle to work, wish it was a bit further though. Some nights I cant be arsed cycling back, thats the problem.
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Ben J
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Might make it to the first one then, rest of day will be fucked tho!
Would neeed one of those kiddie trailers for my laptop/printer/scanner etc too.
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Ben J
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Would be a tad edgy. Rocking up to see some of my 16 year old female students in lycra shorts, with my cocktail sausage on show.
[Edited on 12-02-2013 by Ben J]
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