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    Cycle to work scheme

    Yes it is annoying that Cytronex wont deal with Cyclesheme in any way. I found this out when I was researching what bike to get in 2008 (when Cytronex started out). I asked could I pay the extra 10% but they simply didnt/dont want to deal with Cyclescheme in any way, which I can understand to...
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    E-Bike Of The Year 2009?

    Tough call... I think I would still plumb for the bike I purchased. It has so many advantages (not least the ability to easily remove wheels and stuff from the bike), and it comes with drive through gears giving the super smooth power delivery which was what I wanted mostly (although there...
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    Sting operation sees stolen electric bike returned to owner

    Couldnt agree more, but I have personal experience both good and bad. A friend car was broken into, and he found out who was trying to sell the in-car dvd system in the local pub from his numerous friends, told the local police where this person lived - nothing. I had a group of about 5...
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    Sting operation sees stolen electric bike returned to owner

    Well done Holmes and Watson, I mean Lloyd and Simon, maybe youre in the wrong careers!! :D John
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    Pro Connect tyre valves

    My advice would be to swap them for Schrader valves, asap, no messing then. John
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    Concepts bike and new motor ...

    Hi Guys Just saw these 2 posts and thought I'd pass along. Concept electric bike at the motorshow Lexus HB Concept 2WD pedal-assist, carbon-fiber racing bike ..and new motor design from Gruber Gruber Antrieb - Gruber Assist - Fahrradantriebe » Englisch Maybe these are a sign of...
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    Giant Lafree Twist GTS (2006 model)

    Giant Lafree Twist Comfort GTS 2006 model (their very last model with the panasonic crank drive) With Schwalbe Marathon+ puncture resistant tyres, front hub dynamo, Busch and Muller front and rear lights, built in frame lock and SL120 Reelights front and rear, mudguards, rack pump with gauge...
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    new owner of electric bike

    These simply work Endura Road Overshoes Only £17.99 I've had some for a while and they have never let me down. they are made of neoprene, its infallible. John
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    Panasonic's new battery

    Hi Guys Just thought I'd share this 'innovation' with you. New high energy, high reliability lithium-ion battery module from Panasonic Would that mean only 1 charge a week on a Kalkhoff? :) John
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    Replacement Giant Lafree motor sprockets

    I think these might be more suitable at £6.84 each. 1.2 V 9000 mAh D Ni-MH Industrial Flat Top Cell - Tagged CPS Batteries John
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    Marathon Plus disappointment

    Totally agree, its my sunday morning ritual! John
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    Make your own cycle lanes ..

    Hi Guys Interesting follow on to posts from a couple of months back. This link tells of prototype laser lighting for your 'own bike lane' through lasers beamed out around the bike. This link is on the soft loose chalk dispenser you can put on back wheels which means that over time, you...
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    Roller Brake Grease

    Yes I cant see that mentioned anywhere, I am just hopeful that the use on 'winches' would qualify it for this purpose :o
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    Roller Brake Grease

    Looking more at those 2 products, they look very similar, 250C vs 550F, and the cheaper Maplin one says its suitable for just about everything (Machinery, fans, blowers, roller channels, chains, conveyors, bearings, gears, pneumatic tools, blades and bits, Trailer rollers, winches, turnbuckles...
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    Roller Brake Grease

    Thanks very much Flecc :)
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    Roller Brake Grease

    Anyone know if Lithium grease is a suitable alternative? This at Maplin for instance? White Lithium Grease 400mml > Maplin It says.. Long-lasting heavy-duty lubricant Prevents rust and corrosion Water and heat resistant Non-drip formula Operating temperatures from -10°C to 250°C
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    Roller Brake Grease

    It seems to be out of stock until end of August everywhere, does anyone know of an suitable alternative, say from motorbikes? Thanks John
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    Roller Brake Grease

    Hi Anyone know where you can get this from, it seems to be in very short supply! Thanks John
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    A pump that's easy to use?

    Tesco, Aldi and Lidl all sell a Track pump, costs lese than £8 and includes a gauge. From experience I can tell you that these are easy to use. The best £6.49 (Tesco) that I have ever spent. ;) John
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    Lazer buffer zone???

    My experiences are completely different. In extremely heavy traffic, the Airzound for me works very well, but so long as it is on full blast, I now have the Airzound 3 which sounds exactly like a Truck, so loud it simply cannot be missed (only ignored), so much so Ive had most people emergency...