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PostPosted: Thu Nov 10, 2011 11:05 pm 
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Its amazing the feel of the big wheels and suspension albeit only 80mm. Looking forward to upping it to 115mm



I wouldn't bother myself! I like the comfort the big wheels give without the mush of long travel suspension.... I reckon 80mm is perfect, good enough for Afan anyway....thinking of reducing mine to 0mm :twisted:
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After the last one Kev i prefer replacing disc pads, not rims as well!.
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C'mon Mark, you don't actually use your brakes in anger at Thetford, they're just for control......I was amazed how I could carry on regardless-ish for most of a lap with no rear brake after it digested itself....I reckon V-brakes would be fine!

edit: Afan or somesuch with proper big hills would obviously be a whole different ballgame.....I'm just saying for Flatland use, no worries.
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Subtle like sledge hammer 8)
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Subtle like sledge hammer 8)


Heavy like one too :lol:

Makes a big difference to the 28h race wheel usually up front.

Still its all for shits and giggles :lol:
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