Mal0553
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- First Review23 February 2013
- Last Review19 November 2016
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Castelli Velocissimo Bib Shorts
You've trained hard all winter to get fast. So treat yourself to the Velocissimo bib shorts. Designed to maximise all that effort you've made so you can fly in the summer!
Overall rating
Top Quality Bib
Posted19 November 2016
Mal0553
fromMelbourne Aust
Country : Australia
Age : 55-64
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"Top quality bib. Great fit (need to go up 1 size). Very comfortable."
Pros: Attractive, Comfortable, Durable, Good Fit, Great Value, High Quality
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The Grand Prix 4000S was the reference tyre in the road market but now gets a facelift. 4000S II gets a Vectran breaker for unsurpassed puncture protection and Continentals advanced BlackChili compound for lower rolling resistance and increased grip.
Overall rating
Top Quality Tyre
Posted19 November 2016
Mal0553
fromMelbourne Aust
Country : Australia
Age : 55-64
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"Continental tyres. What more needs to be said. Top quality, high puncture resistance, low rolling resistance.
Took a little time to get used to GP 4000 11's. Have different feel to Gatorskins but are much quicker."
Took a little time to get used to GP 4000 11's. Have different feel to Gatorskins but are much quicker."
Pros: Durable, Good Fit, Great Value, High Quality, Lightweight, Versatile
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The 105 PD-5800 SPD-SL road pedal for high performance road racing. These are designed to match the 105 5800 11-speed group. The wide lightweight carbon body provides large shoe contact area to maximise power transfer and support whilst reducing weight.
Overall rating
Great Pedals
Posted19 November 2016
Mal0553
fromMelbourne Aust
Country : Australia
Age : 55-64
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"Great pedals, Fantastic value for money.
Unless your racing their is no need to pay more for a carbon pedal.
Light weight!"
Unless your racing their is no need to pay more for a carbon pedal.
Light weight!"
Pros: Adjustable, Comfortable, Durable, Good Fit, Great Value, High Quality, Lightweight
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The Shimano PD-A600 Touring Pedals are ultra-lightweight, Ultegra level touring SPD pedals with a stylish low-profile body that is compatible with all MTB and Touring SPD shoes.
Overall rating
Good looking, lightweight.
Posted4 April 2016
Mal0553
fromMelbourne Aust
Country : Australia
Age : 55-64
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"Good looking. Light weight touring pedal. Colour suits my bike. Typical Shimano quality.
only negative is finish scratches very easy."
only negative is finish scratches very easy."
Pros: Adjustable, Attractive, High Quality, Lightweight
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Sharing the bead-to-bead protection of Duraskin, the Hardshell casing of this folding tyre wraps further into the sidewall with the extra-wide PolyX Breaker covering the entire tread strip from shoulder-to-shoulder. Great for Winter use.
Overall rating
Great product
Posted4 April 2016
Mal0553
fromMelbourne Aust
Country : Australia
Age : 55-64
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"Continental say's it all. I have been using Conti Gatarskins for sometime. Can't go pasted them for mileage & puncture resistance. Not as fast as some tyres, but speed is not my thing."
Pros: Durable, Great Value, High Quality, Versatile
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Shop quality, ergonomic chain tool with a contoured chromoly body and drive screw.
Overall rating
Good value tool
Posted21 March 2016
Mal0553
fromMelbourne Aust
Country : Australia
Age : 55-64
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"Good value tool, does what is made for, is reasonable sturdy."
Pros: Comfortable, Versatile
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This device clamps into the rear stay (drive side) and keeps the chain in place making it easy and less messy for you when you are transporting your bike to and from the car or if hanging on the wall in the shed/home.
Overall rating
Great product ideal must have tool.
Posted21 March 2016
Mal0553
fromMelbourne Aust
Country : Australia
Age : 55-64
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"Fantastic must have tool for the bike mechanic.
Or the clean freak that cleans bike often.
Its great for chain cleaning with wheel out & protects frame."
Or the clean freak that cleans bike often.
Its great for chain cleaning with wheel out & protects frame."
Pros: Durable, Great Value, High Quality
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A convenient cleaning brush for your water bottles and hydration products.
Overall rating
Great does what its for
Posted21 March 2016
Mal0553
fromMelbourne Aust
Country : Australia
Age : 55-64
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"Great brush get right into bottles & cleans well. I recommend this brush."
Pros: Great Value
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A compact HV pump design that brings floor pump function and power along for the ride. The aluminum barrel, shaft, base, and T-handle are custom CNC-machined for durability, ergonomics and reduced weight. Supplied with inline gauge.
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Great pump screw on valve fitting
Posted13 December 2015
Mal0553
fromMelbourne Aust
Country : Australia
Age : 55-64
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"Graet pump. Screw valve fitting eliminates breaking valve stem.
small enough to put in back pack or saddle bags.
inflates quickly to about 100 psi."
small enough to put in back pack or saddle bags.
inflates quickly to about 100 psi."
Pros: Durable, Great Value, High Quality, Lightweight, Versatile
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Shimano SPD MTB Cleats: Available options are SH51, SH52 and SH56 to fit the vast majority of SPD pedals.
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Great quality from Shimano.
Posted18 July 2015
Mal0553
fromMelbourne Aust
Country : Australia
Age : 55-64
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"Shimano quality what more can ask for, can't go wrong with Shimano products."
Pros: Durable, Good Fit, Great Value, High Quality
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Shimano Dura Ace 7800 10 Speed Chain
Three words have emerged as the theme for the new Dura Ace system: Speed, Smooth and Strength.
cuánto pesa esta cadena y compatibilidad?
Me podrian decir cuánto pesa la cadena Dura Ace 7800? Es compatible con Shimano 105/Ultegra?
Muchas gracias!
Muchas gracias!
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Yes
3 years, 3 months ago
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Mal0553
Melbourne Aust
dhb Classic Bib Shorts AW14
A slick, form fitting cycling bib short which features an Italian Action 205 Lycra fabric construction and high performance Cytech Endurance Chamois. Ideal as a core bib short for your cycling wardrobe.
Yet another sizing query
I am 6' , chest 38" and waist 32" or 33. Which size woul be right for me because the sizes seem to be for a much heavier build than me. Or is it just that this brand caters for chunky men?
I also have some Altura bib tights, which are large size and a perfect fit, would this brand be the same size?
I'd also like to get a couple of cycling jerseys that are in the sale, again, should I go by height or chest measurement?
I also have some Altura bib tights, which are large size and a perfect fit, would this brand be the same size?
I'd also like to get a couple of cycling jerseys that are in the sale, again, should I go by height or chest measurement?
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Large should fit you well. I am the same size as you but 180cm tall & large fit me perfectly.
3 years, 3 months ago
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Mal0553
Melbourne Aust
Hyperglide (HG) series 6/7 or 8 speed compatible chain are recommended for 1995 and earlier Deore LX/STX-RC and 1999 and earlier 105 drivetrains. Fitted with 116 links.
Chain compatibilty
Have an old road bike with Shimano 2200 derailleurs and HG50 cassette and chain. HG50 chains don't seem to be available any more - will this chain work instead? If not, what chain would be suggested?
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This chain should suit your requirements.
3 years, 3 months ago
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Mal0553
Melbourne Aust
Hyperglide (HG) series 6/7 or 8 speed compatible chain are recommended for 1995 and earlier Deore LX/STX-RC and 1999 and earlier 105 drivetrains. Fitted with 116 links.
Can you recommend a compatible chain for Diamond Back Ascent
I have an early 90s bike with 7 speed Shimano Exage 400SX mech and biopace chain rings. It says Hyperglide and narrow chain only on various components.
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Shimano HG71 Chain should be perfect for your requirements.
3 years, 3 months ago
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Mal0553
Melbourne Aust
dhb Classic Bib Shorts AW14
A slick, form fitting cycling bib short which features an Italian Action 205 Lycra fabric construction and high performance Cytech Endurance Chamois. Ideal as a core bib short for your cycling wardrobe.
Size
My measurements are:
Chest: 107 cm, Waist 97cm, High Hip 100cm, Low Hip 109cm,Thigh 65cm, Height 175cm.
Would XL be the best size for me?
Chest: 107 cm, Waist 97cm, High Hip 100cm, Low Hip 109cm,Thigh 65cm, Height 175cm.
Would XL be the best size for me?
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You are the same size as me. I find Large are perfect, a little tight at 1st but will not be too big or loose once they have stretched to suit you.
3 years, 3 months ago
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Mal0553
Melbourne Aust
Lezyne Steel Floor Drive ABS Track Pump
A precision high-pressure floor pump made with a steel barrel and piston, varnished wood handle, and aluminum base and connectors.
Does the gauge also displays bar and psi?
Does the gauge on this pump also displays bar and psi on the display?
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Pressure gauge displays in both PSI & Bar
3 years, 6 months ago
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Mal0553
Melbourne Aust
Shimano PD-T780 XT MTB SPD Trekking Pedals
XT trekking SPDs are designed for recreational riders who commute and tour. This XT trekking pedal combines SPD mechanism on one side and a stable platform pedal body on the other, you can ride with cleats or normal shoes.
Installation ?
First time replacing pedals: will I need to also buy a pedal wrench to fit these to my bike?
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No, You can install these pedals with an allen key
3 years, 11 months ago
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Mal0553
Melbourne Aust
Shimano PD-T780 XT MTB SPD Trekking Pedals
XT trekking SPDs are designed for recreational riders who commute and tour. This XT trekking pedal combines SPD mechanism on one side and a stable platform pedal body on the other, you can ride with cleats or normal shoes.
What cleats are supplied with the pedals?
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SH51 SPD style cleats come with these pedals.
3 years, 11 months ago
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Mal0553
Melbourne Aust
dhb Women's Clear Race Jacket
Emergency shower and windchill protection for long training rides and sportive events. With a weatherproof membrane, ultralight construction and a compact pack size, the dhb Clear Race Jacket helps keep you warm and dry with minimal bulk.
Does this Jacket have any back pockets?
ladies Clear Race Jacket - pls advise if this jacket has any pockets?
Thank you
Marie
Thank you
Marie
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No,unfortunately, this jacket doesn't have any pockets at all. I guess that is to ensure the integrity of the waterproofing.
4 years, 6 months ago
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Mal0553
Melbourne Aust
Shimano PD-T780 XT MTB SPD Trekking Pedals
XT trekking SPDs are designed for recreational riders who commute and tour. This XT trekking pedal combines SPD mechanism on one side and a stable platform pedal body on the other, you can ride with cleats or normal shoes.
Do these come with cleats?
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Yes, SPD style
4 years, 10 months ago
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Mal0553
Melbourne Aust