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Andy_VX
Joined: 21 Jan 2016 Posts: 2
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Posted: Fri Jan 22, 2016 12:07 am Post subject: Newbie saying Hi! Cannondale Trail 4 |
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Hi guys, I'm new to mountain biking, I looked at a few forums but this one looks great, I look forward to learning lots!
I've just purchased a 2016 Cannondale Trail 4 which I collect Saturday, very excited and can't wait to get started! Has anyone else got the bike and are you pleased with it?
I live on the South Coast and would love to hear some suggestions of good trails in the area. |
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mr.b
Joined: 04 Sep 2011 Posts: 265 Location: South by the sea
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Posted: Fri Jan 22, 2016 11:21 am Post subject: |
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What part of the south coast?
There's QECP up by petersfeild, umpteen dozen tracks throughout West Sussex part of the fun is getting out and finding new stuff _________________ 2017 Cube Ltd Race
2011 Specialized Camber Comp
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Gunner

Joined: 15 Apr 2007 Posts: 29321 Location: Under Whitestone-Cliffe on the Lake.
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Posted: Fri Jan 22, 2016 8:18 pm Post subject: |
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Welcome to the Forum, hopefully we'll see some pictures of the new bike.  _________________ Your poison letter, your telegram, just goes to show you don't give a damn!!! |
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KTM540

Joined: 24 Sep 2013 Posts: 1694 Location: Mudlands
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Posted: Fri Jan 22, 2016 8:28 pm Post subject: |
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Yep, welcome pal
Get some pics of ya new steed on here when ya get it  _________________ 2015 Nukeproof Mega AM Pro 275 (upgrades)
2013 Trek Fuel EX (1x10 and upgraded)
Specialized Hardrock (1x10 for road mileage, built from scratch and goin strong!) |
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Nik Gnashers

Joined: 30 Dec 2014 Posts: 265 Location: Lincoln
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Posted: Sat Jan 23, 2016 5:49 pm Post subject: |
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Welcome to MTBE  _________________ Felt Virtue 50 (2015) with upgrades
Done : Sherwood Pines, Dalby Forest, Cannock Chase, Gisburn Forest, Thetford Forest |
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Andy_VX
Joined: 21 Jan 2016 Posts: 2
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Posted: Sat Jan 23, 2016 7:24 pm Post subject: |
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Thanks for the warm welcome guys, picked up my bike this morning and took it out to Corfe Castle, rode about 30 miles altogether with a mix of trail / road riding. I'm absolutely knackered now!
The bike is great, my only gripe is the brakes but I think that's down to me not bedding in the new pads and then immediately getting them wet and muddy. The pedals are crap too so i'll change those.
I've never had a bike that uses 650B's, it makes a lot of difference, I was surprised at the speed i could build up. The thing i'm most pleased with is the quality of everything, it's so well built, the gear changes are great and the Rockshox suspension works brilliantly!
Now i just need to improve my technical skills, I have a lot to learn!!
Before the mud!
Mountain bike ride, Corfe Castle by Andrew Yeates, on Flickr
After the Mud...
Mountain bike ride, Corfe Castle by Andrew Yeates, on Flickr |
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MPX309

Joined: 17 Jul 2014 Posts: 770 Location: UK
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Posted: Sat Jan 23, 2016 7:34 pm Post subject: |
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Nice bike pal. and yeah, quite surprising what a difference 650b makes to general cycling. I'm even curious to see what a 29er would be like for this type of cycling. _________________ Trek Scratch Air 9
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Gunner

Joined: 15 Apr 2007 Posts: 29321 Location: Under Whitestone-Cliffe on the Lake.
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Posted: Sat Jan 23, 2016 7:51 pm Post subject: |
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Nice.  _________________ Your poison letter, your telegram, just goes to show you don't give a damn!!! |
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ryansam
Joined: 30 Oct 2008 Posts: 1117 Location: Middlesbrough
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Posted: Sat Jan 23, 2016 9:23 pm Post subject: |
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Nice,had a Cannondale SL(26")for about 5 years,excellent bike,done about 2.5k on it.Great for commutes & trails,you'll definitely enjoy it  _________________ Ricky Leach
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Orange Crush am
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KTM540

Joined: 24 Sep 2013 Posts: 1694 Location: Mudlands
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Posted: Sun Jan 24, 2016 11:46 am Post subject: |
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Shweet ... lovin the stealthy look
Yeah I was also amazed at the difference the 27.5 wheel makes having been a die hard 26" fan (which I still have and love) .. it makes a heavy AM bike feel fast and light to me
Enjoy it  _________________ 2015 Nukeproof Mega AM Pro 275 (upgrades)
2013 Trek Fuel EX (1x10 and upgraded)
Specialized Hardrock (1x10 for road mileage, built from scratch and goin strong!) |
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ga-rat

Joined: 22 Nov 2010 Posts: 1638 Location: Cornwall
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Posted: Tue Jan 26, 2016 2:36 pm Post subject: |
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Hello. That bike does look very nice.
I also noticed a huge difference in wheel size. Every time I'm riding somewhere I used to take my 26inch er I find I'm going quicker and it seems easier going too. Could be down to the bikes weight difference in my case bit though. _________________ Boardman Team 650b ht, Scott Aspect, Garmin Edge 200.
My Boardman Team HT 650b
My Scott Aspect - Upgrades & Bling(now sold)
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