Thanks guys, I’ve ordered a set of the genuine GoPro pads as shown by DanW.

Don’t get me wrong here. The lights are great, the batteries seem nicely put together and the remote switch is simply awesome.

Just a shame that the fitting kit supplied doesn’t quite work (or at least is not the same standard as the lights). After spending £335 (XS and a second battery) you’d expect to have all the parts you need.

I guess the heads-up to people considering the lights is to buy the mounts suggested above and some decent quality velcro straps from elsewhere at the same time (if you plan on frame mounting a battery). That way you’ll be able to get up and running immediately.

Is there anything Shoo Goo can’t do? That is a great idea. Thanks.

Agreed, the lights are great. Just a wee bit disappointed with the mounting hardware.

Even the strap that came with the battery is terrible. How much more would it cost them to ship with an elastic velcro strap for the battery?

Upon receiving them I’ve immediately had to spend an extra £30 on mounting kit. You don’t get that issue with exposure.

Gripe over. I’m sure I’ll forgive all once I’m on the trails using them.

That STD curved mount looks great. Where’d you get it?

Thanks

Yeah, makes sense.

I’m always a bit hesitant to go gluing stuff to helmets.

What glue and mount did you use?

Ta.

Sent them an email. Thanks.

Update. Stanton got back to me saying they’re going to properly trawl through all their parts bins and see if anything can be found. If not they will look again at a small production run to help out users who need a replacement (no guarantee but they’ll see what can be done).

I’m 100% happier with their latest chat, far more consistent with previous dealings. Thanks Stanton.

Looks like Dumbbot is going to be able to help me out in the short term (thanks again) so if I get wind of any availability from Stanton, I’ll post here for other users.

Cheers,

Ivan

Similar story here. Needed a QR axle for our follow-me-tandem so had a couple of rear wheels built up on reconditioned QR hubs.

As suggested, I can buy the 142 dropouts and rebuild my wheel(s) but then I can’t use the follow-me-tandem (which has been great for getting our daughter out on the trails).

Cheers,

Ivan

Hi Dumbbot,
Please consider them sold! I’ve sent you a PM.

Cheers,

Ivan

TBF, the paint on mine has been pretty good. I’ve also precariously bent my hanger back into shape. It’s clearly weakened but I did manage a ride yesterday.

Worth noting that the frame is really good, just a great xc bike which is also agile in the descents.

Just wish I could get parts 🙁

Bump for assistance. Anyone?

ip

Afraid not, it’s called a swapout and is unique to stanton.

Looks like only recourse is to raid other people’s spares bins 🙁

Feel pretty dissapointed, it was a £600 frame. I’d hoped for more support.

Ta for the replies. As for the chain option, I do already have a chain drive on my commuter and have to oil it and clean it every month or so. The oil then attracts dirt which means having to give it a clean from time to time.

My colleague’s belt drive commuter runs like a dream and obviously has no cleaning/oiling requirements. The difference in overall cleanliness of his bike (with zero maintenance and cleaning) after 6 months is crazy. It still looks brand new compared to mine which is coated in a thick film of road grime.

Call me lazy but I’m looking for the holy grail of maintenance free cycle commuting and I reckon the belt drive could be it.

Cheers,

iep

Thanks, I’ll drop Shand an email. Alt I could just save up £3425 and buy their rolhoff belt drive model…….

Cheers,

iep