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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
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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
Experience:Occasional
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
Experience:Occasional
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
Experience:Occasional
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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how many years of warrenty you give for the frame, and if it's valid when I buy it from the internet ? I'm 1.79 cm high - what size do I need and do y
The frame will have a limited lifetime guarantee - which means as long as Commencal deem any damage to not be your fault they will replace the frame for you regardless of age. This also applies if you buy this bike online. At 1.79m I would advise the Large frame size as the most suitable for you.
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Wandsworth store
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Wandsworth store
14 years, 7 months ago
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how heavy are the shoes ?
Hi there
All the Nike shoes from the 6.0 range weight about the same as a normal pair of casual trainers - I own two pairs myself and find them very comfortable without being heavy. They also have a good amount of grip to stop pedals slipping off the sole
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Ben
Wandsworth store
All the Nike shoes from the 6.0 range weight about the same as a normal pair of casual trainers - I own two pairs myself and find them very comfortable without being heavy. They also have a good amount of grip to stop pedals slipping off the sole
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Wandsworth store
14 years, 7 months ago
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Will you fit this item if i buy it in-store?
My bike was bought from you, and the stock pedal has snapped. If I look around a bit, i can probably find the folder with the warranty information if neccessary.
That should not be a problem, however if the store is busy at a peak time then you may have to pay our minimum labour charge (approximately £12.50 depending on your location)
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Wandsworth store
14 years, 8 months ago
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ar they metal
Yes, the DMR V8 pedals are made from metal, including the pins.
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14 years, 8 months ago
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how much does this bike weigh?
According to the Kona website, the 17 inch version weighs 15.2kg. This is quite a good weight for a hardtail, however the model they have illustrated on the website has a slightly higher specification than the one for sale at Evans Cycles, so this weight may be increased slightly.
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14 years, 8 months ago
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Can this bike go off road i.e. canal paths?
I am looking for a bike that will be used 80-90% road, but occasionally along paths - another site I came across said this was up to the job??
This bike will be able to tackle canal paths, but I would advise lowering the pressure in the tyres to about 60psi before tackling anything off tarmac on this bike!
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Wandsworth store
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Wandsworth store
14 years, 8 months ago
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which size bike do i need? i am 6ft2, cheers
Without seeing you on the bike, I would suggest a 60cm frame
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14 years, 8 months ago
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Its compact uni-body frame fits a variety of vehicle makes and models, just like bigger bike racks do, minus the adjustments. It also fits neatly in a trunk or closet, making Solo as easy to store as it is to use. Pleae see the suplier site for compatibility guides. PROMO OFFER: Free set of Saris Protect-o-Pads with all Saris car racks - enter code SARISPAD online. Valid while stocks last, cannot be used with any other promotion.
Will the Saris Bones Solo Rack fit on a Mini One built 2002?
This rack will fit onto any car boot as long as it is not a 4X4 with a spare wheel on the back.
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Wandsworth store
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14 years, 8 months ago
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BC 1.37x24 bottom bracket
I don't which one of the bottom bracket bearings I require. All I can see on the bearing is BC 1.37x24
The quickest way to do this would be to measure your bottom bracket, there are many bike forums and youtube videos that can help with this. Alternatively, bring your bike into your nearest Evans Cycles store and we will gladly ensure you leave with the right bottom bracket!
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Wandsworth store
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Wandsworth store
14 years, 8 months ago
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what measurements do I need to know if this will fit in my car boot?
When folded this bike will fit in almost any car boot, even if you have a Mini Cooper!
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Ben
Wandsworth store
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