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  • thel33ter
    thel33ter Posts: 2,684
    I know DK uses GT85 on things, although in theory it should make no difference as the bearings are sealed.

    I use silicon lube on the forks and shock to clean out the seals a bit.
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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Posts: 79,667
    Yeah just GT85. It's mainly just to try and reduce the creaking I get in my pivots. The GT is famous for it.

    Doesn't lube the bearings as they are sealed as thel33ter says, but a little around the surface may help the creaks.

    I'm a bit wary though as although GT85 has lubricant it is also a degreaser though technically isn't. Spray it on mucky stuff and it'll wash it away and potential is it can wash away grease around the bearing contact surfaces. Best to avoid on cage bearings. Also spraying on the chain and mechs shifts some muck whilst applying a lubricant coat but still need some oil on the chain really. Generally I spray the rear and front mechs, usually because I haven't cleaned them.
  • Blind Danny Johnson
    Blind Danny Johnson Posts: 372
    Thanks guys.
  • benpinnick
    benpinnick Posts: 4,148
    thel33ter wrote:
    I know DK uses GT85 on things, although in theory it should make no difference as the bearings are sealed.

    I use silicon lube on the forks and shock to clean out the seals a bit.

    Fork Juice, or similar silicon lube will not destroy any grease, and makes the stanchions loverly and smooooth.
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  • benpinnick
    benpinnick Posts: 4,148
    Its also very good to lube your board/skis on dendex and other carpet type dry-ski slopes :)
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  • Blind Danny Johnson
    Blind Danny Johnson Posts: 372
    benpinnick wrote:
    thel33ter wrote:
    I know DK uses GT85 on things, although in theory it should make no difference as the bearings are sealed.

    I use silicon lube on the forks and shock to clean out the seals a bit.

    Fork Juice, or similar silicon lube will not destroy any grease, and makes the stanchions loverly and smooooth.

    Fork juice :) thanks. The bike felt great yesterday at Surrey Hills by the way so thanks again for that too. New tires are next because I felt myself slipping occasionally and didn't have the confidence to go as fast as I really wanted. It was seriously wet though!
  • mtb crazy
    mtb crazy Posts: 245
    was a good ride yesturday then at SH? ive been there once was abit scary lol. would go again though! is anyone around on weds eve for swinley?
  • benpinnick
    benpinnick Posts: 4,148
    mtb crazy

    Would love too but can't get a pass on a school night :( maybe up for next weekend though.

    Blind Danny Johnson

    Now getting into Bonty Mud X territory. Well worth the money for some awesome tyres.
    A Flock of Birds
    + some other bikes.
  • Blind Danny Johnson
    Blind Danny Johnson Posts: 372
    benpinnick wrote:
    mtb crazy

    Would love too but can't get a pass on a school night :( maybe up for next weekend though.

    Blind Danny Johnson

    Now getting into Bonty Mud X territory. Well worth the money for some awesome tyres.

    Do you think those tires are good all rounders even when it's not muddy though? I was looking at High Rollers, DH not XC, for all round goodness...?
  • benpinnick
    benpinnick Posts: 4,148
    High rollers are cool too. Mud xs will amaze you in the dry stuff though, they last well beyond their 'mud' tag might have you believe.
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  • Blind Danny Johnson
    Blind Danny Johnson Posts: 372
    Sorry, that sounded a little like I was doubting your advice, I really don't know anything about it I was just wondering about the different options that's all :) Are the mud xs as good as high rollers in the dry?
  • cooldad
    cooldad Posts: 32,599
    Going for around £20 each - not too bad. I tried some Onza Porcs last winter - not bad.
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  • cooldad
    cooldad Posts: 32,599
    Weekend. Any plans?
    We might be able to make Sat afternoon, more likely Sunday.
    Bet the weather's shite.
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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Posts: 79,667
    Not going to make it this weekend. Weather does look pretty shite though.
  • bigpee
    bigpee Posts: 205
    I might be able to make a Saturday afternoon - take cooldad up on the offer of a guide round the Hills. Sadly only a might as I have to stay in for a delivery but guessing if it does come on the Saturday as promised it'll be earlier rather than later.
    Current bikes:
    Norco Sight 3 SE (on order)
    Specialized Allez 2010

    Old bikes:
    Commencal META 55 custom build (Stolen :( )
    Boardman HT Comp 2010
    GT Avalance 1.0 2006(ish)
  • cooldad
    cooldad Posts: 32,599
    Might not be able to make SH on Saturday as have things to do in the morning and it'll probably end up being a bit late.
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  • Blind Danny Johnson
    Blind Danny Johnson Posts: 372
    I can only do Sunday but I think the weather looks rubbish so I might just chill and watch Monza...
  • bigpee
    bigpee Posts: 205
    Think I'll probably explore Normandy and Puttenham this Saturday (as I can ride there). Never been round there but apparently there are some brief dirt jump sections in Normandy (according to Mountain biking UK book) and good sections in Puttenham Common (according to South East mountain biking VP series guide book). If anyone is around let me know - hopefully I'll be heading out around 1500hrs from Shepherd and Flock in Farnham.
    Current bikes:
    Norco Sight 3 SE (on order)
    Specialized Allez 2010

    Old bikes:
    Commencal META 55 custom build (Stolen :( )
    Boardman HT Comp 2010
    GT Avalance 1.0 2006(ish)
  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Posts: 79,667
    Hmm, might have some time tomorrow morning. Just want to be done by mid afternoon.

    But then bike is a right mess and needs clean.
  • bigpee
    bigpee Posts: 205
    deadkenny wrote:
    Hmm, might have some time tomorrow morning. Just want to be done by mid afternoon.

    But then bike is a right mess and needs clean.

    Lol - morning's no good for me, but then afternoon does give you time to sort the bike out ;) . In fairness I'd hate to have anyone plan a ride around my planned rides. Last time that happened it was a disaster :oops: . Tomorrow I'm going to try two places I've never ever been to before so chances are I'll just be riding around in circles lost!
    Current bikes:
    Norco Sight 3 SE (on order)
    Specialized Allez 2010

    Old bikes:
    Commencal META 55 custom build (Stolen :( )
    Boardman HT Comp 2010
    GT Avalance 1.0 2006(ish)
  • ThePriory1978
    ThePriory1978 Posts: 563
    Riding Swinley tomorrow at 10am. Gunna be a faster ride taking in all the usual/good trails. Hitting it hard. Couple of laps. Get dirty. Home in 3 hours. Brap.
    Snot green Canyon Nerve AM 8.0x
  • cooldad
    cooldad Posts: 32,599
    Thel33ter is helping out on a DOE camp tonight and I pick him up tomorrow morning, not sure when yet. So might make afternoon.
    Sunday is ok, weather reports seem a bit confused.
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  • popstar
    popstar Posts: 1,392
    Cooldad, weather on Sunday will be fine.
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    I'll choose not put too much stake into someone's opinion who is admittingly terrible though
  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Posts: 79,667
    Right, little blast round Swinley I think for me. 10.30ish.
  • Blind Danny Johnson
    Blind Danny Johnson Posts: 372
    cooldad The weather is actually looking okay now for Sunday so I might have to forfeit the Grand Prix and go for a ride. Are you thinking Surrey Hills or Swinley?
  • ThePriory1978
    ThePriory1978 Posts: 563
    deadkenny wrote:
    Right, little blast round Swinley I think for me. 10.30ish.

    Thanks for showing up like a knight in shining spandex and saving the day with your magic link. Much appreciated. Would of been a lame walk home without you showing up so cheers.
    Snot green Canyon Nerve AM 8.0x
  • cooldad
    cooldad Posts: 32,599
    Doesn't look like I'm on for tomorrow at all now, next weekend come rain hail or snow.
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  • Mr_B1989
    Mr_B1989 Posts: 74
    just found out i had two whole weekends off to go riding, so i do the best thing possible and fracture my wrist :cry:
  • cooldad
    cooldad Posts: 32,599
    Bugger. Maybe a good time to practise riding with one hand.
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  • Blind Danny Johnson
    Blind Danny Johnson Posts: 372
    I don't know how many people here actually live in London rather than near but this has the potential to be interesting, especially if more like it pop up:

    http://www.thetrax.co.uk/Bike-Park/Futu ... -loop.html

    They're having a meeting or something on Sat with the designer and I guess maybe there's a chance to have a ride of the track so I might pop along.

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