Superlite Ltd.
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Think mine is comming in a box so DIY build 

mint 
[Edited on 29-01-2008 by Superlite Ltd.]
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loo_goblin
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Location: Horsham, West Sussex
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get the halo twin rails, i have got them in neon green, they are sooo good for street and urban riding
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Superlite Ltd.
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quote: Originally posted by loo_goblin
get the halo twin rails, i have got them in neon green, they are sooo good for street and urban riding
awsome 
They are even my colour
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deano87
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Registered: 21st Oct 06
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quote: Originally posted by Fonz
Deano87 knows about off roadin u2u him
No u2u's 
I have been biking seriously for about 10 years. I also used to work in a more specialist bike shop (so non of this Halfords shizzle) for a good few years as mechanic. However I was better at sales and other such stuff.
You'll need a 26" wheel what ever. The rest goes on frame size.
If you're budget is about £300, you cannot go wrong with a Specialized Hardrock. Excellent bikes for the money, and hardly go wrong. If they do, Specialized are awesome with warranties. A good chain of stores to use, will be Evans Cycles. They are now huge, and deal with Specialized.
If you'd like any more questions, u2u me, as it'll be easier.
Willay - chains aren't generally universal. They are done on speed of the bike i.e. single speed, 24, 26 etc. If you're in the area, go to Marshall's Cycles in Stevenage, Welwyn or Hertford
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loo_goblin
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they actually fade to kiwi green, i will get some pics tomorow of my bike
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jacko198
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For the guy who is asking, Just get a Specialized hardrock. Class bike, good for off road, and on road too (Might need some different tyres tho) But yeh, good all round bike, only like £300 for standard bike, decent spec tho.
quote: Originally posted by willay
QUESTION
I need a new chain for my muddy fox, are chains all a standard size?
No there not. They go on speed, Eg if you have 8 gears, then you need an 8 speed chain etc etc
In other words, count how many rings the back cassete has, thats the chain you need.
[Edited on 29-01-2008 by jacko198]
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Carl
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what frame size do i need for 34 inch legs (as in a 34 inch leg in jean size, not sure if thats inside leg or what)?
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Superlite Ltd.
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Lots of pro MTB people round here
One lads bike cost £3000 
Kano or something...
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Ryk
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Registered: 27th Mar 06
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Can't afford £400??
The basic one retails at £275, I could do you one at £245, Shit hot bike at the money, 2008 Lana'i its called in Blue and White. Alloy frame, wheels etc, all quick release, front suspension, 24 speed rapidfire shifters. Sweet bike for the money!
Willay - Chains depend on how many gears you've got, 7 8 or 9spd. Decent chain's gonna cost you £10 - £15 I'll send you a chain for 5,6,7 or 8spd stuff including postage for a £9!
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JM Curdy
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i got my bike through and had to build it myself, dont feel overly confident with the build though and after taking it out on its first spin noticed the biggest buckle in a wheel ever, havent been on it since would love to get on it though
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jr
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Look on evans cycles, branch's all over the place, and some really good deals at the moment
on another note im builting a 2001 Haro BMX for no real reason
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jr
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oh as deano said, go for a hardrock, diffcult to beat for price really
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Rebecca
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Registered: 8th Jun 07
Location: Penwortham, Lancashire Drives: Integra Type R
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I'm buying a Kona Four Lisa soon! Phwoooar!
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22B
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quote: Originally posted by jr
Look on evans cycles, branch's all over the place, and some really good deals at the moment
on another note im builting a 2001 Haro BMX for no real reason
I used evans cycles and cant fault them, delivery was cheap and even got a free toolset as well. I bought a Scott Voltage YZ 1, more of a jump bike than anything but Im gonna change most parts for better spec stuff, halo rims are a definate for me
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gavin18787
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Evans prices are a bit steep imo
Deano we will have to geek up on bikes at the next meet 
Drives supercharged Tec with torque
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deano87
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Anyone heard of Chicksands, or Chicksands Bike Park, or Beds Fat Trax?
I live about 20 mins away, so isn't as far as Santa Pod for SE guys. Keen to get a Corsasport biking thing going on.
Will be more the summer when dad is on holiday though
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gavin18787
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Heard good things about it 
Me and my mates are going epping forest on saturday for the first time in ages As he has got his new tomac built up and it needs running in 
Drives supercharged Tec with torque
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AndyKent
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I don't ride bikes, but where is the Chicksands track?
I'm not far from there at all and never heard of it
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deano87
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quote: Originally posted by aPk
I don't ride bikes, but where is the Chicksands track?
I'm not far from there at all and never heard of it
Near Shefford really.
http://www.bedsfattrax.org
Chicksands Bike Park as it has been renamed, is going places. There is a national points standard 4X track where National Points races are held.
There is also a dual course, dirt jumps, downhill course (race being held soon) and freeride area with Northshore 
It's also looking at getting sponsored by some quite big names. I love living so close
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gavin18787
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Im off out riding now 
See if I can last more then five minuites this time without ripping my maggie's cross over hose off 
Drives supercharged Tec with torque
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AndyKent
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Blimey, sounds big.....surprised no-one round here has ever mentioned it. Might have to go have a look one day
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dan_c4rsa
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quote: Originally posted by Superlite Ltd.
Want to buy ones because its cooler than running 
What size do i need? They seem to go by wheel size and i don't want to buy a kiddies bike on ebay and look at twat collecting it
Is full frame suspension much better than just front? For road, and moderate dirt track use 
thanks
buy mine mate
hardtail 26" but will easily take 24" wheels if you want to flick it round more.
is very light, had over a grand spent on it
u2u me!
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BYRON
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quote: Originally posted by novabex
I'm buying a Kona Four Lisa soon! Phwoooar!
My girlfriends Kona Lisa ...and my Dawg Deluxe.
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Mad Moe
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quote: Originally posted by jr
on another note im builting a 2001 Haro BMX for no real reason
I've got an immaculate '94 Haro Shredder with Haro Knee Savers, Dia Comp Tech 77 Levers and 990 Brakes, dont think I could ever bring myself to part with it
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Toby
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any reason for a pic!! lol!! thatsa pic of my rig from 2 years ago at our local spot, 24seven probuild bit out of your budget but a great bike
[Edited on 30-01-2008 by CorsaB4ever]
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