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- First review4 December 2009
- Last review17 December 2009
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- Average rating4.8
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MrBen's Reviews
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MrBen
from London
Age:18-24
Style:Leisure riding
Experience:Occasional
Gender:Male
Superb book
Posted17 December 2009
Yes, I recommend this product.
Pros: Good value, clear, well set out
This book is a brilliant guide to improving your knowledge or reminding you of how to perform a particular service on a bike. Good step-by-step instructions, supported by clear, helpful coloured diagrams help the aspiring mechanic come out in you. Haynes are one of the best at making this kind of book and it is one of their best. Contents is split up well in order to keep things clear and simple for even novices to the bike maintenance game and it covers bikes of all levels and specifications. A great book and a must have for the aspiring mechanic!
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MrBen
from London
Age:18-24
Style:Leisure riding
Experience:Occasional
Gender:Male
A brilliant commuter tyre for mountain bikes.
Posted15 December 2009
Yes, I recommend this product.
Pros: Good value, Good quality, Comfortable, best puncture protection available
These Specialized Nimbus tyres are brilliant for commuting using a mountain bike. At 26 X 1.5 they are a perfect width for grip and comfort and with the same style of tread which you get on the All Condition road racer tyre, they are very slick which allows for good rolling resistance for smoother and easier road riding. The Armadillo puncture protection is superb and will ensure that punctures are kept to a minimum and you may find the tyre may wear down completely before you even have your first puncture! overall, the best all round commuter tyre for a mountain bike. 5 out of 5
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Age:18-24
Style:Leisure riding
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Gender:Male
Brilliant summer tyre
Posted14 December 2009
Yes, I recommend this product.
Pros: Good value, Good quality
These good looking and highly practical tyres have a 60 duro compound, which is a good balance between speed and lifespan if you’re shredding and drifting on dry rocks, and it’s not as lethal in the wet.
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Age:18-24
Style:Leisure riding
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Gender:Male
Fantastic shifting for hardcore riders
Posted14 December 2009
Yes, I recommend this product.
Pros: Good value, Good quality, durable
These new Saint shifters can be positioned on either side of the brake lever via their adjustable mount and utilise the two-way release – downshifting with finger or thumb – although you can only shift one gear down at a time unlike XTR's double shift option.
As you would expect from a Saint shifter. It is extremely durable and as an added bonus - it's quite good looking.
The spring tension is quite strong meaning heavier shifts but these shifters work when riding through anything I have come across.
Not perfect, but as close as it ever needs to be. A superb product
As you would expect from a Saint shifter. It is extremely durable and as an added bonus - it's quite good looking.
The spring tension is quite strong meaning heavier shifts but these shifters work when riding through anything I have come across.
Not perfect, but as close as it ever needs to be. A superb product
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Age:18-24
Style:Leisure riding
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Gender:Male
Nice T-shirt
Posted9 December 2009
Yes, I recommend this product.
Pros: Good value, Good quality, Comfortable, Looks great
Cons: close fit to the body
A Nice quality T-shirt with a good design, the only flaw could be that it is quite tight fitting, so if you are like me and constantly flitting between two different sizes, go for the bigger size! (I bought a small when I should have ordered a medium!) Other than that little quip, these t-shirts are an awesome addition to any wardrobe whether for cycling or leisure wear!
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Age:18-24
Style:Leisure riding
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Gender:Male
10 out of 10
Posted9 December 2009
Yes, I recommend this product.
Pros: Good value, Good quality, Lightweight, Looks great, grippy, durable
For the mountain biker or commuter unsure of clipless pedals, these DMR V8's are the best of both worlds, they offer a superb level of grip for platform pedals, are very lightweight, and when well maintained, the bearings are very durable, meaning a pair of these can last for years! A superb choice for the commuter or mountain biker on a budget. A must buy!
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Comfortable, Cool, Quality
Posted9 December 2009
Yes, I recommend this product.
Pros: Good quality, Comfortable, Lightweight, Looks great, grippy
These Nike trainers are some of the best around for comfort, aesthetics and grip. When you are in the saddle they grip to pedals uncannily (Pair a set of these with some DMR V12's and it's not unlike being clipped in to SPD pedals) Available in so many different designs and colours, there are styles to suit anybody in this great range of footwear. I myself own two pairs! A must buy!
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Destined to be a great "dark horse"
Posted4 December 2009
Yes, I recommend this product.
Pros: Comfortable, Lightweight, Looks great, Good quality, understated
I own the 2009 model of this bike, for 2010 Ridgeback have maintained the same specifications for this new model, meaning Shimano Alivio and Acera componentry and carbon front forks to keep weight down.
This is a great commuter bike which feels easy to ride, has a good riding position and the saddle and handlebar grips are very comfortable. A simply joyous bike to ride for commuting or leisure all throughout the year!
5 out of 5
This is a great commuter bike which feels easy to ride, has a good riding position and the saddle and handlebar grips are very comfortable. A simply joyous bike to ride for commuting or leisure all throughout the year!
5 out of 5
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Superb bargain MTB
Posted4 December 2009
Yes, I recommend this product.
Pros: Good value, Good quality, Comfortable, Lightweight, Looks great
At the new and reduced price of £549.99, I cannot recommend this bike enough. I made this bike my first full adult mountain bike purchase at the age of 16 and I have no regrets. It rides great, the RockShox Dart 3 forks are great quality, which is always expected of Rockshox. A full Shimano Deore groupset at this price range is an incredible find, and the aluminium frame is surrisingly lightweight. Overall, an incredible bargain of a bike and one I would recommend to anyone looking within the price budget!
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Will my avenir raleigh child trailer fit this bike?
thank you
Hi there, I see no reason why the child trailer should not fit this bike. (The rear pannier may have to be removed but I am not entirely sure)
I hope this helps
Ben
Wandsworth store
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Ben
Wandsworth store
14 years, 7 months ago
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MrBen
will you be lowering the price of this bike by the end of the year?
Hi there,
Unfortunately this bike is no longer available and as such we will therefore not be reducing the bike any further. I apologise for any inconvinience caused but would point you towards are BMX Department on the website where you can find many great value BMX bikes in stock.
I hope this helps
Ben
Wandsworth store
Unfortunately this bike is no longer available and as such we will therefore not be reducing the bike any further. I apologise for any inconvinience caused but would point you towards are BMX Department on the website where you can find many great value BMX bikes in stock.
I hope this helps
Ben
Wandsworth store
14 years, 7 months ago
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MrBen
Simple, compact, strong and easily adjustable 2 bike boot rack from Saris. Narrow arm spread carries most bike sizes while hold-downs separate and firmly hold bikes in place. 4 straps secure rack to vehicle. Folds down for easy storage when not mounted. Pleae see the suplier site for compatibility guides.
Is this bike rack suitable for carrying ladies bikes or do i need to buy additional equipment
Saris Sentinel 2-Bike Car Rack
Hi there
This bike can carry a ladies bike just fine without the purchase of any additional equipment
I hope this helps
Ben
Wandsworth store
This bike can carry a ladies bike just fine without the purchase of any additional equipment
I hope this helps
Ben
Wandsworth store
14 years, 7 months ago
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MrBen
Simple, compact, strong and easily adjustable 2 bike boot rack from Saris. Narrow arm spread carries most bike sizes while hold-downs separate and firmly hold bikes in place. 4 straps secure rack to vehicle. Folds down for easy storage when not mounted. Pleae see the suplier site for compatibility guides.
Is this rack high mounted, and will it fit over a spoiler on renault laguna?
Hi there, this rack is very versatile and can fit any car which doesn'ty have a wheel on the back such as a 4X4
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Ben
Wandsworth store
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Ben
Wandsworth store
14 years, 7 months ago
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MrBen
How much to these forks weigh?
Hi there, having held these forks I can guess that these forks are approximately 1.5kg.
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Ben
Wandsworth store
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Wandsworth store
14 years, 7 months ago
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MrBen
what inch tyers are they ?
Hi there, this bike comes with 20 inch diameter tyres in a 2.125 inch width.
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Ben
Wandsworth store
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Ben
Wandsworth store
14 years, 7 months ago
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MrBen
What size option would I require for inside leg 29/30" and height 5ft 7" ? thanks
Hi there, I would advise a medium frame size as I am around the same height as you and this is the frame size I use. Unfortunately we will not be receiving any more of this bike in the Medium frame size.
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Ben
Wandsworth store
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Ben
Wandsworth store
14 years, 7 months ago
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MrBen
daft question.....can I get a childs seat put on this bike?
Hi there, yes you can fit a variety of child seats such as the CoPilot Taxi (105840) to this bike.
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Ben
Wandsworth store
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Ben
Wandsworth store
14 years, 7 months ago
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MrBen
This is an amazing price, I would go for it but I could not find enough information about the type of carbon and any additives?
I could not find impartial professional reviews online. I found expensive bikes usually with a mould of 12k carbon. This one is a mixture. can you shed more light?
Thanks
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Hi there,
this bike has a 12k carbon weave as advertised, and having ridden this bike myself I would say that the frame combined with the brand new 2011 Shimano 105 makes this bike a bargain which I would strongly advise, good weight and a good specification and this bike flies up and down the hills.
I hope this helps
Ben
Wandsworth store
this bike has a 12k carbon weave as advertised, and having ridden this bike myself I would say that the frame combined with the brand new 2011 Shimano 105 makes this bike a bargain which I would strongly advise, good weight and a good specification and this bike flies up and down the hills.
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Ben
Wandsworth store
14 years, 7 months ago
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MrBen
How do you make the travel 140mm?
On the Marzocchi site it claims you can remove something inside the fork to extend the length, however there are no instructions on how.
I would advise contacting Marzocchi directly or bringing into an Evans store as if this is done incorrectly you can void the warranty on the forks.
I hope this helps
Ben
Wandsworth store
I hope this helps
Ben
Wandsworth store
14 years, 7 months ago
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