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[bagpuss]

After an exhaustive search both online and at bike shops, we have decided on the 2018 version of the Norco Charger 24" for my son. He is growing out of his 20" both functionally and physically. I wanted something with disc brakes and a trigger shifter. It also has an air fork, rather than a spring, so it is adjustable for his weight and will actually work properly. The only issue I can see with this bike is it might be geared too high with a 36t up front and 11-32 rear, not good for little legs and climbing big hills. I have an 11-42 10x XT shifter/chain/cassette/derailleur from my Scott that I may fit to it, I also have a 30T RaceFace narrow wide chain ring for the front. I'll also change the tyre to be more trail biased. New shipment doesn't arrive until the end of October, which is perfect as he needs to grow a bit and his birthday is early November.

http://www.norco.com/bikes/youth/24-inch/charger-24/charger-41/

Just to help you spend all of your money show him this but barter them down on the price
https://www.bikeexchange.com.au/a/24-kids-bikes/specialized/nsw/parramatta/hotrock-xtr-ltd/102917483

[D4D]

Just to help you spend all of your money show him this but barter them down on the price

XTR mmmm

[D4D]

Time to organise a ride at Lysterfield or out your way in the coming months

Yep, this winter weather has been perfect for riding. Just back from a ride in the You Yangs this morning, trails are in great condition, lots of grip and no dust.

[GGV8Cruza]

A bit of a blast from the past. DH championships from memory from different years.

GG

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[GeoffA]

....Just back from a ride in the You Yangs this morning.....

...and you didn't call in??....

[D4D]

Hey GG, all the things you like in one video lol
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b09vWpfQ_8A

[D4D]

...and you didn't call in??....

Maybe next time

[duggie]

Duggie I've got that Scott pants/jersey outfit for sale, suits 10-14 depending on height (my son was very tall at 7...), if any of the grandkids need some kit. Paid $80 for it used in great shape, still in great  shape, you can have if for $50 inc postage if you like.

I will take you up on this offer , I have sent you a pm .

[Rumpig]

New addition to the daughters bike over the weekend, it helps from keeping the backside getting sore on those long rides...lol

[D4D]

N+1 has kicked in. My son has been getting out on the BMX we rebuilt at the local dirt jump track and it looks like fun. We've been watching dirt jump videos, one thing led to another and I'm researching 26" dirt jump bikes. I've found a Norco Ryde for a reasonable price, wife will kill me if I buy another bike. Decisions, decisions....

[Paddler Ed]

^ We have an Azonic DS1 sitting in the shed back in the UK... been through various incarnations over the last 18 years - last seen with slick tyres on it!

Other news...

Wife has decided she wants a new watch, and one that does fitness tracking for cycling. Has anyone got any suggestions? I run a Magellan Cyclo 100 on my bike, whilst she has a Cateye cordless one with cadence, but wants something that is a bit more high tech so she can race a few friends on Strava (I have no interest in that though). We also picked up a Polar HRM for peanuts that needed new batteries, but she doesn't like the chest band.

Been looking at the Garmin Forerunner 235 type watches, so GPS and HRM in one unit.

I now open the floor to comments or flaming...

[Foo]

If your wife doesn't like the chest straps, then there are no other options other than the watch type.

Foo

[Foo]

N+1 has kicked in. My son has been getting out on the BMX we rebuilt at the local dirt jump track and it looks like fun. We've been watching dirt jump videos, one thing led to another and I'm researching 26" dirt jump bikes. I've found a Norco Ryde for a reasonable price, wife will kill me if I buy another bike. Decisions, decisions....

N+1= happy dance and that's all that counts.  How many pairs of shoes, dresses and the like, does your wife own?  When it comes to bikes parts and racing goes, there is no discussion on any part of it. It's my domain and I won't alter what I do. I get asked..... is that another bike? 

Foo

[scblack]

Strava also runs on your phone, so could she Strava on the phone and get by with the current watch?

[Paddler Ed]

Strava also runs on your phone, so could she Strava on the phone and get by with the current watch?

That's my thinking... I think she just wants a new watch and this is a good way to get one.

Her watch rule is just about N+1... working watches is about 0.5N...

[DrewXT]

Have a look at the Tic Watch

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[Paddler Ed]

Have a look at the Tic Watch

That's an interesting option...

I've now gone down another rabbit hole, which I suspect will get me in trouble... The Garmin Oregon handheld GPS can pair with ANT+ sensors... Not as cheap as a watch (about 3x the amount) but it gets me a different solution...

[D4D]

N+1 complete, I found a 2016 model and bargained down the price
http://www.norco.com/bike-archives/2016/ryde-26/

Tested out at the local bmx park, almost ended in tears on a jump but I managed to save it

[NewieCamper]

That's an interesting option...

I've now gone down another rabbit hole, which I suspect will get me in trouble... The Garmin Oregon handheld GPS can pair with ANT+ sensors... Not as cheap as a watch (about 3x the amount) but it gets me a different solution...

I got a garmin 235 for my birthday a few months ago. Works pretty well, easy to use, battery lasts long enough. I've used it successfully for a 6.5hr ride and it didn't run flat on me. I was using an older Garmin on the bike, but started doing a bit of running this year and the watch is easier to deal with than carrying a phone.

[Foo]

I got a garmin 235 for my birthday a few months ago. Works pretty well, easy to use, battery lasts long enough. I've used it successfully for a 6.5hr ride and it didn't run flat on me. I was using an older Garmin on the bike, but started doing a bit of running this year and the watch is easier to deal with than carrying a phone.

If doing running and swimming, then the watch is by far, the better option. 

Foo

[whitey1]

Hey guys, I just arrived in Cairns on Saturday and took my bike out for a ride on the Smithfield trails. I think I need to work on my fitness! Some of those climbs! But had fun anyway.
Going to be here for a while, start my new job this morning, so I'll have plenty of time to ride the trails. Also keen to try out some downhill trails but not sure if my bike is up to it(Trek Fuel EX).

[wakychapmans]

Hey guys, I just arrived in Cairns on Saturday and took my bike out for a ride on the Smithfield trails. I think I need to work on my fitness! Some of those climbs! But had fun anyway.
Going to be here for a while, start my new job this morning, so I'll have plenty of time to ride the trails. Also keen to try out some downhill trails but not sure if my bike is up to it(Trek Fuel EX).

hey whitey1 - get in touch with my mate William here - https://www.facebook.com/cyclefnq/

he's lived there his whole life and lives to ride. He knows that place like no-one else. he'll show some amazing rides that you Fuel EX will be just fine on...

Tell him Wayne sent you.

[lukeycat]

So took the misses to a bike shop today and we both walked out with bikes wife got a Liv Tempt and I picked up a Scott Genius 750 no pics yet as we haven't picked up the bikes, now just to choose how to cart them around with the kk tossing up between roof mounting on the car, swing away on the kk or mounting them a rack on the top of the camper.


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[Paddler Ed]

Am I the only one who carries their bikes in the car, or is it because so many use utes rather than wagons?

This is one of the main dilemmas I have with replacing the 4Runner - drop the seats and I have a level floor all the way and I can easily load even my XL framed 29er in upright (only remove the saddle) and there's enough length in the boot to do that. Wife's bikes can go sideways across the car...

[Squalo]

I regularly put the back seat of my Patrol down and carry bikes inside it, mostly because at 48 it's getting to be a bit of a risk to put them on the roof. With 33" tyres and a lift, it's a long way up! I have to put one foot on a rear tyre and one hand on the roof rack. The other hand takes the bike, then it's a one-handed lift as I also pull myself up, get my other foot on the tyre, then rotate and swing the bike and land it on the rack. My back doesn't like it...