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    Another question on LED bike lighting systems

    I'm actually quite keen on front hub dynamos. The B&M system mentioned above is actually very good but I don't know how much they cost as they came with the bike (presumably because it is German). There is no noticeable drag and the upside is you never have to think about whether you've got...
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    Night-time Riding

    Try this stuff ... I re-proofed my strides a week or so ago (they'd been hammered from sea swimming when I was kayaking in the Summer and not washing out after for days - really did restore them). Nikwax Wash-In TX Direct® (300ml) | GO Outdoors Just clean out the detergent tray properly first...
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    Urgent Help re electric bike law.

    Well, Canada is the land of mounted policemen and just about the only country in the civilized world which won't allow someone done for DUI in their home country to even cross their borders for 5 years, including where it classified as a driving offence rather than a criminal one in their own...
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    Full-sus MTB looks like going for a song on e-bay

    Been watching this one on e-bay ... possible donor bike for conversion, for use with a big old motor and backpack battery on serious trails. Nothing to do with me at all btw and I'm not going to bid. Just thought I'd share. Giant XTC Twin Suspension Mountain Bike - 16.5 inch frame (suit up to...
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    Rear wheel puncture

    I like those too. They are what I usually hire if I go to the Med and don't get a car. Not so keen on riding them kitted up to the 9s in grotty cold British weather though - the faster something goes the more windchill you have to block out (and I like a hot wind on my face not an icy blast...
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    Rear wheel puncture

    Time for a new bike ? It's a bit like when cars get to that stage ..... sometimes the best thing is to prepare them a nice farewell ceremony. Can you break it up for parts and flog them on ? Might get more than selling the bike on ....