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New MTB saddle.

Started this discussion. Last reply by Thom Jun 15, 2009. 3 Replies

 

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Thom replied to ChrisS's discussion Not knowing a Schraeder from a Presta shouldn't make you feel like a bike tool in the group How To Fix Bikes
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Jun 17, 2009
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"I think I'm going to end up sleeping down stairs in front of the TV for a few weeks come July. I'll have to clean the coffee machine too, make sure it is in good working order!"
Jun 15, 2009
Thom replied to Thom's discussion New MTB saddle.
"I ended up getting the Selle Prolink Gel Flow, Ti. Changed my mind on the colour, went with yellow, matches the frame. Looks hot. Been riding it for a few months now, and am really happy with it!"
Jun 15, 2009
Realmaf replied to Thom's discussion New MTB saddle.
"Any saddle by fizik are good. Selle also make great saddles. maybe a full up grade is in order. New bike should come with a new seat...."
Jun 2, 2009
Thom left a comment for ChrisS
"Hey Chris, thanks for the welcome. The Slalom is an awesome frame, and yeah, I have had it for years. It is still in good shape, and hasn't been ridden much lately. I'd like to get it out a bit more in the near future, maybe take it up to…"
Mar 26, 2009
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Mar 16, 2009
ChrisS replied to Thom's discussion New MTB saddle.
"Not really my area of expertise, unless we're gonna go and talk about Brooks. Although the Selle saddle you mention gets ok reviews on MTBR and Road Bike review. Red is good, red makes the bike go faster ... Just my theory as a red bike…"
Mar 13, 2009
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What sort of riding do you do ?
Mountain Biking, DH, XC, Freeride, Recreational, Whatever
Where in Melbourne or nearby do you live ?
Somewhere betweern the inner North-East, and the outter North, depends on what time of the week it is.
Now tell us about your bicycles ...
Only two at the moment.

1. Giant ATX 890, Full XT, Rock Shox SIDs, Hayes discs

2. Craftworks Slalom, XT/XTR, DNM VTS 90 Mirage forks - It's getting pretty old school now.
What is the best thing about riding?
Freedom

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At 8:58pm on March 26, 2009, ChrisS said…
Hi Thom,

Welcome to Melb Cyclist, if you haven't been welcomed yet

Despite it's age, the Slalom is still a good hardtail. ;)

cheers,
ChrisS
 
 
 

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