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Memory map app and os maps sale
The perpetual license allows you to use the map for as long as you like without ever having to worry about the licence expiring, but it does not include any map updates. Many of our customers are still using maps published many years ago, and that is fine when the hills don't change. However, footpaths and other man-made features do change, and it is important to know your rights of way and open access land areas. We find, in practice, most people update their maps at least every 5 years.
Click HERE for the 1:25,000 OS Explorer map (from £19.99)
Click HERE for the 1:50,000 OS Landranger map (from £15)
For more information see our website HERE.
Memory-Map for All app
https://memory-map.com/maps/uk-os-topo-maps/?adref=2402
https://memory-map.com/software/mmfa/
I've a Hello Dave, pretty much the steel version of the Wrecker (so even heavier), and it rides just like a bike. It is amazing at going down steep trails, it's also surprisingly good at climbing steep trails, and is fine going along the flat too. It won't win any races: xc, Enduro or any other cycling discipline. It is however a very comfy, confidence inspiring mountain bike that doesn't cost the earth to own. I've had mine 3 years now and can't see me getting rid of it anytime soon. Would I have one as my only mountain bike? No, it's too specialised. But it makes a fantastic second or third bike.
You should try one, they're a right old laugh.
I'm not sure I have any use for a sleeping bag poncho, but I really want one for some reason.
@didntburt I'm otherwise engaged at the moment 😉
Cotic have some good deals on Taiwan-made Jeht at the moment as long as you don't mind brown (I quite like it).
£2699 for 12spd Deore, Revelation RC, Shimano MT620 wheels, Guide RSC G2 brakes etc.
If someone could go buy all the mediums before I cave and end up living in a bike box that would be super.
Yeah, I saw their post about that - good job I've recently changed my trail bike frame, or I'd have been tempted too.
Could come round to the colour.
It basically rides like a bike. As dinthurt says up above it's not going to win a race, but I don't race. It is awesome for zooming about in the woods, the peaks and it was great the one time I've bikepacked on it.
I'm at that annoying point where I don't need a new bike, I'm not riding enough to justify it, but hopefully I will be in the next year or two and this is exactly what I'll want then.
And my old 26" Rocket is definitely getting a bit tired, bless it.
Tempted.
I don’t need a new bike, I’m not riding enough to justify it, but hopefully I will be in the next year or two and this is exactly what I’ll want then.
And my old 26″ Rocket is definitely getting a bit tired, bless it.
Do it!
If you already know that you like the way full-sus Cotics ride (me too), then it seems a pretty safe bet.
Nothing gets you riding more than a new bike 😉
Blummin' love how my Rocket rides, and I've tried a few full sus bikes.
Trouble is, we need a new shed. And some roofing work. And the car's due its MOT. And I can't get out much because kids.
Also I still love the Rocket. And I've just put new tyres on it.
Trouble is, we need a new shed. And some roofing work. And the car’s due its MOT. And I can’t get out much because kids.
We can't help you if you won't help yourself
😉
But seriously, don't worry. Used prices are on the floor and you can probably buy a higher spec used one for less than £1.5k when you're ready.
Complete slx groupset for £300 at merlin
Shimano xt m8120 4 pot brakes front and rear £199 at Merlin. Can get cheaper if you have loyalty points.
https://www.merlincycles.com/shimano-xt-m8120-front-and-rear-disc-brake-set-179622.html
Stans Sealant - Quart bottle £22.50 at Merlin
Decathlon have some tents which you can buy and return before mid september, for credit at the store-the same you pay for the tent
https://www.decathlon.co.uk/c/htc/no-tent-left-behind_b3be522a-a5f2-497e-a93f-f1a3682cdae1?utm_source=awin&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=Hotukdeals+%28GSG%29_47868&utm_content=www.hotukdeals.com&sv1=affiliate&sv_campaign_id=47868&awc=26895_1718306841_e7e6a95f4f0e9f104d2473a2dc2b08a4
not the greatest tents but could work out well for some folk
That old chestnut Chain Reaction cycles (not sure if we’re still allowed to shop there in Stw-land!) have Brandx dropper 30.9 175mm drop for £85 (plus the jolly old postage of course these days)
Brandx lever kit (lever & cables) is only £13 too.
. https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/brand-x-ascend-xl-170mm-dropper-seatpost-843193
@towzer - nice one on the Memory Map discounts. Bought perpetual UK Landranger for great price. Might be able to retire my old Tracklogs at last! 🙂
With Rockshox updating their 2025 range — any deals on last years 27.5 Lyriks?
Blacks have paddle boards from £99
https://www.blacks.co.uk/16618523/freespirit-dagon-9ft-stand-up-paddle-board-set-16618523
Vivobarefoot on SportPursuit for those curious to try?
Shimano xt m8120 4 pot brakes front and rear £199 at Merlin.
Just beware of the short rear hose!
Kask Mojito roadie helmets for £75 at Merlin in certain (reasonable, not XXL fluoro brown) colours and sizes https://www.merlincycles.com/kask-mojito-3-road-cycling-helmet-247841.html
Superstar components have got 35% off at the mo.
Biketart have 35% off factory 38’s & 38% off factory 36’s
Tweeks have up to 41% off tubeless gubbins
@Tom38 @Mildred
If you put links to the actual deals STW should get a little kick back for the transactions and people can actually see the deal, see I tried searching "tubeless gubbins" but it doesn't bring any results. 👍
https://www.tweekscycles.com/wheels-tyres/tubes-accessories/tubeless-kits-accessories/
https://www.biketart.com/collections/suspension-forks
for the linkies.
edit: thanks @lovewookie
Five Ten, Trailcross XT Mountain Bike Shoes Women's.
£28.00 p@p £4.99.
Spotted these at Merlin while looking for a 27.5 Lyrik – 29 Pike Ultimate £525, 29 Zeb Ultimate £599
Some very good prices on ION clobber on SportPursuit.
I've just ordered a waterproof jacket for £41 which appeared to RRP at £170-250. Plus some cheap undershorts, gloves, jersey etc.
Good quality stuff, from previous experience.
Orro Terra G half price for the grvl enthusiast:
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@Tom38 @Mildred
If you put links to the actual deals STW should get a little kick back for the transactions and people can actually see the deal, see I tried searching “tubeless gubbins” but it doesn’t bring any
https://www.superstarcomponents.com/ 35% off with code SUMMER
Bell Super DH full face £45 including delivery in sizes SMALL and LARGE
My favourite bike helmet at a favourable Wiggle Fire Sale price
Add code SUPER25 at checkout
I ordered some cheap jerseys and gloves from SportPursuit which is very nice....except my emails now say they're going to take two months to arrive! Make sure you check estimated despatch dates when ordering.
Inov8 Roclite G 286 GORE-TEX Walking Boots
Size 10 to 12, £53.27.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08662JRPG?smid=A2KVF7QXNCLV8H&tag=pepperegc-21&ascsubtag=2700367763
@charlie.farley
Had to check this wasn't one of those scam sites. Ridiculous price. Thanks.
Brilliant price on the bell super dh helmet 👍
If anyone can post the link to the boots above that would be super, best I can find is over 70 quid and I quite fancy some
Found them!
Inov8 Roclite boots on Amazon.
Coming from Amazon US so delivery is slow but I've taken a punt on the size 10s.
Ooh good shout on the tubeless gubbins from Tweeks 👍 Looks like Dynaplug refills are finally available (with a bit of a discount too):
https://www.tweekscycles.com/dynaplug-soft-nose-tip-plugs-maddp0002/
Those Oakley kneepads just arrived.
Surprisingly large but seem comfy, will give them a try this week.
BOGOF on Specialized tyres
https://www.specialized.com/gb/en/t/tire-bogo?utm_source=klaviyo&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=UK%20%7C%20Campaign%20%7C%20BOGO%20Tires%20and%20Tube%20%7C%202024-06-17&_kx=9d_s6mST14SAh5zO0nhZKkCnP_DqPu3mrkotRaA1-j5CYr8Zp5SdXysiFUSXQO6p.NHdUx9
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Has anyone managed to get the offer to work? Got 2 x Butcher 29x2/6 in my basket but still showing as full price rather than BOGOF...Edit - sod it, think I've picked the only tyre in their offer which isn't actually in their offer.
Brand X dropper 30.9mm 150mm on chiggles old eBay site £65
Can anyone make the Bell Super offer work? I'm not getting anywhere 🙁
Can anyone make the Bell Super offer work? I’m not getting anywhere
No they've taken the extra £25 offer off. Still a bargain at £65 if you have a big noggin.
I sent the link to my mate this morning, and he ordered it at 10ish with the code. Guessing it was removed soon after.
Sad but true it seems.
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If anyone can post the link to the boots above that would be super, best I can find is over 70 quid and I quite fancy some
Sorry about that, no idea why the link didn't work
I can’t get the tires link to work on 29*2.6 butchers in grid or trail flavour unfortunately
I'm now looking at the Eliminator 29x2.6 but still figuring out how it'd compare to a Butcher. I'm enjoying thePurgatory/GroundControl combo I fitted to my trail bike for summer but looking to replace a past-its-best 2.6 DHF on the front of the G16.
RSPB Burton Mere has free entry 20th and 21st June.
Puddington Ln, Burton, Neston CH64 5SF
I cant make the Spesh offer work either...grrr
Some Spesh tyres available at Balfes for £22 each
Also some discounted Spesh tyres here: https://www.thebikefactory.co.uk/shop/components/sub/tyres/specialized-specialized-eliminator-grid-trail-2bliss-ready-t9-76238115/option/. I'm not certain an Eliminator is a suitable front tyre though - it's a Butcher I really need I suspect.
Two DH hillbillies coming for about £54 with delivery 👍
Not sure why I like these tyres because they don't stop me from falling off 😱.
Currently nursing a broken hand from fort William!
Helmet arrived today via Evri. Ridiculously quick as well as ridiculously cheap.
I’m not certain an Eliminator is a suitable front tyre though – it’s a Butcher I really need I suspect.
Butcher T9 Grid Trail is an acceptable front tyre. Pretty good in the dry and on rock, not so great in mud.
Hillbilly T9 Grid Trail is an excellent tyre, can be used as mud-specific or a 3-season all rounder depending how many other tyres/wheels you have. It's decent enough in the dry as well TBH.
Spotted these at Merlin while looking for a 27.5 Lyrik – 29 Pike Ultimate £525, 29 Zeb Ultimate £599
A heads up that the description on thes Zebs says they are the charger 2.1 version, but the ones that arrived (for me at least) are the 2023 charger 3 version. So probably more of a bargain than it looks like on the surface.
Thanks to tyre advice from @Tracey and @chakaping, I've got 3 Hillbilly GRID Trail 29x2.4s on the way from Balfe's for a total of £56 all-in - for three tyres! (sign up to newsletter for £10 off a min £50 spend). Did some reading up on them after pointers above and sounds like a good front tyre for what I ride.
Yeah that eliminator seems a bit wasted in T9, good on the back in T7
T9 Butcher is a great tyre on my full sus bike only really struggles when its very muddy, I have a T7 on my hardtail and its also brilliant, until it doesnt hook up the way the T9 does and you end up on your arse!
Factory DHX2 for less than half price looks like a good deal.
https://www.merlincycles.com/fox-dhx2-factory-coil-rear-shock-230x60-317678.html
Specialized deal seems to be working for me:
"You just got your cheapest tire/tube for free. Enjoy! Promotion valid from June 17, to July 17 of 2024"
https://www.specialized.com/gb/en/c/tiresTubes
Anyone know how tough the Eliminator Grid Trail is, compared to a Maxxis DD? Ta
The specialized discount doesn't seem to work for butcher tyres.
Might try the eliminator instead.
Anyone know how tough the Eliminator Grid Trail is, compared to a Maxxis DD? Ta
I had a cheap Eliminator Grid on the back of my hardtail, was great, but sidewalls definitely weren't up to it, got the Grid Trail now and it's a huge improvement
But not quite as tough as double down, more like exo plus, I really rate it as a rear.
Thanks @kimbers tempted to take a punt at £22.50. I had one of the older Grid ones and by the time I took it off it had 9 worms in it!
Which version of the zeb was the charger 3 version? The black or grey?
cheers.
Does anyone want one of those Bell Super DH helmets in large before I send it back? It’s definitely too big for me.
I was going to ask if someone wants a small. It does fit me at 56cm but its just a little too snug. I paid £45 so how about £50 posted? Or will return it.
If it bothers you, my missus says it definitely a "Bluey" helmet.
Cheers AG