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    suspension post

    I have just purchased the ST G4 and for the life of me don't get it ?? Do you have to wear them in (Elastomers) it is doing nothing ? i have a brooks saddle. Is there something i need to adjust to make more bouncy ? i have purchased all the sizes of the elastomers.
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    Suspension posts

    Ordered the cane creek Thud buster ST G4.
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    Suspension posts

    Hi All, I contacted KINEKT today and they don't have a uk distributor, add on import tax from rip off Britain makes the suspension post below bloody expensive. https://cirruscycles.com/products/kinekt-active-suspension-seatpost Is there any suspension seat post that can compete...
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    Punctures

    Hybrid Giant e+ explorer 1 ? road
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    Punctures

    Hi All, What should i be doing about punctures' and preventing them ? what do i need to carry ? just read somewhere about slime ? tubeless or tires with inner tubes ? floor pump and electric pumps ? My concern is being caught out in the middle of nowhere . Thanks Mark.
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    Your Thoughts ?

    I was so impressed with the ease it alerted my Garmin GPS ,Personally i could not imagine riding without one to be honest. I have excellent hearing anyway , but it way outdoes my ears for sure ! The peace of mind to know there is traffic approaching from behind puts me in a much more readiness...
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    Your Thoughts ?

    Went out today hooked my radar up to my Garmin GPS ,one word WOW !!!
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    The brilliant (IMHO) Lidl saddles are back.

    For me its not the price its the comfort, have you had any more thoughts about the brooks saddle? and which one
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    Saddles

    Hi all, I'm off to the hospital on Friday to orthopaedics as I'm pretty beaten up (knees and back) . When i purchased my bike the chap who helped me said don't go diving into a saddle use the one on the bike and see what you think ? i picked a saddle out he told me this was for a cruiser...
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    Your Thoughts ?

    I am due out today sometime to try it out ,and i have ordered from Garmin the radar display unit.
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    Your Thoughts ?

    I now have a Garmin radar :eek:
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    Your Thoughts ?

    Hi All, Got my new bike , (Giant Explore + 1 GTS ) and the speed i find can be frustrating being restricted ? very happy overall with my new bike and as a new rider i cant believe how some cars seem to FAFF around when overtaking or deciding to. Which leads me on to my next question to those...
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    security and insurance

    just watched the lock picking lawyer ,if you have a e bike don't ever leave it unattended ? any lock can be broken into . So it boils down to where you live ? and the area. anybody have tamper alarms or tracking devices ?
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    security and insurance

    Great info thanks, more if your out and about i meant to say. i will keep mine inside my property at all times !
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    security and insurance

    Hi all, So my new bike should be with me this week, and as i have never had a e bike of value before. What is the best security measures i can take, I'm aware of super glue and grinders etc.. can some of you experienced chaps recommend locks ,deterrents, and good insurance company's ? i...
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    Giant Explore E+1 Pro

    Would love to know your thoughts on the Explore + 1 pro ? and see some pics if poss. many thanks.
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    New to E bikes

    When i was looking locally i made sure that warranty and servicing wouldn't be a problem for me ,because i don't drive at the moment. my local dealers are all within 15 minutes to 30 minutes away. I did hear a conversation about dealers waiting 6 months to a year for stock while i was there ...
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    New to E bikes

    Hi all, Went to local retailer yesterday , looked at cube touring hybrid £2499.00 and one i fell in love with was the Giant explore E+1 GTS £3299.00 . just been looking at cube Kathmandu hybrid pro 625 ? for me its definitely between these two manufactures. what ever happens i am going...