Not quite on straight

I find paint scrapers good for the job

That’s great info, thanks very much

I’ll compare with how the Shimano’s fit for ordering then

Very sorry to hear about the clash

^ They look very good indeed, but a little much for summer, no?

Thanks Jason – this sounds good. I’ve been looking at a few and they all have little to none in the way of stopping water coming through – if you have to put your foot into a puddle etc you’ve got a wet foot

Just had a pair of Shimano M220’s turn up and there is NOTHING whatsover between the cleat slots and the insole!

Great – so, another question while you’re here – how are they on sizing? Do you need to go up, stay at your usual size??

And finally – where did you get yours from? I’m struggling to find somewhere who carried stock of my size (47/8)

Cheers

scot – see here http://www.bikeradar.com/mtb/gear/category/clothing/shoes/product/review-giro-terraduro-48935/

Oh, I’m on about when down the pub, or say pushing your bike up the trail and not being totally out the depth

^ isn’t being able to walk in your mtb shoe a bonus though, or indeed a need when you’re down the pub?

I suppose £150 is OK if they are going to last a fair few years

He he – Burtonise your water :)

^ Which model?

swanny853 – Member
Very impressed with my Specialized rimes

Blimey – £140 ?!

What’s the arrangement with the spd plate? Is it pretty much against the foot as with the Shimano’s?

They put gypsum in beer water don’t they – any connection with your moniker?

The wider front rim made a appreciable difference for me too (with Chronicle)

Any other suggestions for a rear?

Trying to decide on a rear tyre to fit

It’ll be on for a while, so fingers crossed dry and fast

Any suggestions

One ‘ride’ is usually all of a legover conversion you need to for a Stooge :)

And you’ve got lots of enjoyment to come on that bike from ride number 2 on… :)

^ You don’t think that bike looks odd?

calaverarider – Member
Well, I was actually asking spectabilis, and these forums are for members to share info and I would like to get as much info as possible to make the best choice as it’s my money. No need to get so defensive Clink

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I think Clink was pointing out the obvious, to your obvious insecurity :)

Spill it :)

Which one is it?

Here’s my fully rigid bike – very comfy :)

But yeah – weight back, high front and swept back bars

Good idea cheeze (well, albeit an obvious one – and one which which would almost undoubtedly get supported)

Or why not invite ‘sponsors’?

They are out there

We need photoshop on that

Any changes in this up coming second batch?

Ah, i owned a Elise S1 tuned to 165BHP – great on track, but underpowered and out classed on road

The Swift is perfectly suited to crappy roads and has enough power

I think the 123 BHP of the Swift is perfectly matched. It’s not about big power with this car, it’s the lightweght and handling

I have a 330BHP Type R Impreza and have owned many high powered Subaru’s

This Swift is purity compared

The Focus is a heavy lump in comparison

LOL – you’re missing out

Bishops’s Castle to Bridges road is just glorious in the Swift

I’ll ask you when you’re next going over – although there sems no point :)

the road up from Bridges

My favourite neck of the woods :) I keep thinking of moving there

Would love to ride more there – know of a guide?

here’s the new addition:

Thinking that amount amount of choice is somewhow normal is misleading and a reflection of upbring ;)

Which do you prefer overall Zippy??

oldfart – Member
I’ve had a Kona Raijin for 2 years deffo not a rebadged Lynskey ! Check out the review in Dirt Rag most deffo a Kona , slacker H/A shorter chain stays etc etc

Thanks old smelly. Yes, the Raijin is a class number. You would be hard done to beat it in any regard, especially when it comes to the ride

I liked it best with a 120 up front

What has been happening is all the mud and stuff has been beading on the boot, so very much a water repellent coating on there (wax/Scotchgaurd)

Get home and wash bike then run hose and brush over them and they’re good as new with a brief dry (the hose water doesn’t penetrate)

They ‘look’ heavy and cumbersome, but in fact are snug, light feeling when on,and easy to walk in – easier than the Shimano’s

What did you think of them otherwise??

You need to size up one or even one and a half

Glad you’re getting sorted

Glad it’s helped

I was up there on Saturday – walking the dog rather than riding, but conditions were good

They are adjustable. I ned to tighten them up

This was the FIRST ride remember

I need to adjust the cleats too so the shoe isn’t set-up yet