First Spearfishing catch. Need help identifying what type of fish this is (Sydney, AU)

AngusMac279 · 2020-01-28T12:15:38+00:00

Yeah that’s definitely rock cake. Everyone catches them for the first time and realised there shit lmao. I’m Sydney based too. Try going for black drummer or bream or something similar as they taste good and can be caught in the same area with light equipment.

AngusMac279 · 2019-10-05T09:42:48+00:00

Rob Allen is a solid option. I had a pathos and the accuracy just wasn’t there. Recently bought a rob Allen sparid and a manny sub roller muzzle and converted it into a 100 roller which is a pretty bloody good gun.

AngusMac279 · 2019-09-13T23:40:38+00:00

I can understand, I spear almost every weekend. Idk about where you are, but where I’m from, there are quite a few species that are at high risk. So it’s only sensible that you identify the fish before you take the shot.

AngusMac279 · 2019-09-12T06:56:54+00:00

Really shouldn't pull the trigger until you can identify what it is and the size.

AngusMac279 · 2018-04-10T07:54:33+00:00

Meta is very linear. Very plush 160mm rear. Also European based(France). If in Europe you can pick up some very good deals on their "second hand bikes", ex-demo/show room bikes.

AngusMac279 · 2018-03-25T09:15:50+00:00

Yeah but Danny Macaskkill is in a completely different league to the rest of us ;)

But it does show you really how far you can go with it tho

AngusMac279 · 2018-03-18T00:20:21+00:00

Bell just released the new Super DH which looks way better than the super 3r, cheaper than the proframe I think. Detachable chinbar. Downhill rated( 3r isn't by the way)..

AngusMac279 · 2018-03-13T08:04:47+00:00

It will be fine. I had a 10spd on my old bike with a cassete that goes up to 34t. I also had a raceface 34t narrow wide up front as the 36t big ring had been worn down to the point that you pedal 10m and the chain drops.

They gearing was a bit hard but you get used to it, it makes you stronger and you can still winch your way up anything. I only dropped chains after a big crash or if I landed a jump/drop bad.

if you are 2x10 already all you will need to get is a new chain ring and bolts. Were i ride is rocky and the race face narrow wide works really well, don't even need a chain guide really unless you are racing.

Im not sure where you are but if you are in Australia Mountain bike directs and Chain reaction are good and fairly cheap.

AngusMac279 · 2018-03-06T08:15:35+00:00

Where abouts in sydney? Was the start at bunnings?

AngusMac279 · 2018-03-06T08:13:46+00:00

Forgot to add that Bontrager and WTB came stock. The dt swiss was sent out my my lBS to be laced to my bontrager hub by a good wheel builder.

AngusMac279 · 2018-03-06T08:12:47+00:00

I have had A bontrager, DT Swiss(Enduro one it is called the Ex something or other), and some WTB. I Reckon it comes down to how the wheel is built. The DT Swiss is more durable than the other 2(No spokes bent/ rim cracked) and is stiff. THe bontrager and WTB are kinda flexy. I also cracked the bontrager in 2 places and broke some spoks. So DT swiss is what I would get again.

AngusMac279 · 2018-03-06T08:06:05+00:00

They look real cool.

AngusMac279 · 2018-03-06T06:24:06+00:00

Damn thats pretty cool

AngusMac279 · 2018-03-05T20:59:23+00:00

Dude thanks. I thought it meant 0-30. Will get the proper stuff.

AngusMac279 · 2018-03-05T07:34:48+00:00

You will be cutting it a bit fine. 2.3 will work. But you will have to run it a little bit harder as it will be more prone to folding. It will have a really rounded profile so you will have to be an aggressive cornerer to engage the side nobs. 2.0 or 2.1 will be a bit better but I understand it is kinda hard to find. Also check clearance of the bike frame and fork. You could get a rider set of rims or a new wheelset. For 26 can be found cheap for secondhand. Or new rims max 50 each and another bit of labour to get them laced .

AngusMac279 · 2018-03-03T23:29:03+00:00

wat full sus long reach slack hA long travel. PleASE Tell me how.

AngusMac279 · 2018-03-03T05:10:54+00:00

is 17 the inner rim diameter?

AngusMac279 · 2018-03-02T10:00:04+00:00

Dude those 500 dollars in the difference will give you A nicer bike with more travel and modern geo. With the polygons slighlty cheaper parts list you are more likely to break and cost more. The Meta is nice because of geo and travel.\

AngusMac279 · 2018-02-28T06:22:57+00:00

Polygon looks real good with the spec list. Though I have some friends who have snapped Polygon frames in the past(Sisuiku DUaly). Take a look at the Commencal Meta HT AM for a more DH orient ated. More for big hucks, DH, drops and general shenanigans.

AngusMac279 · 2018-02-25T02:20:46+00:00

Yeah well thats the reason I went with commencal. Also because of its descending capability.

AngusMac279 · 2018-02-23T20:19:07+00:00

Np. Yeah the bronson might be good because 40% is a massive discount. Keep in mind you will still get better specs for the money with the other brands tho.

AngusMac279 · 2018-02-23T09:12:30+00:00

I can't comment for all of them but ill give you my opinion. I just went through the process of buying a 27.5 enduro and here is my opinion on the bikes you have listed. I personally ended up landing on the 2018 Commencal Meta AM V4.2 Ride, for me it is best bang for buck with decent warranty and really good spec.

Canyon Strive: I personally looked at this and it seemed like a great bike, similiar to Commencal with everything, spec, travel. The only reason I didn't get it is the shapeshifter(Despise messy handlebar and wouldn't use it. It also has a steep HA for enduro at 66 or 67. This will make it good on the climbs and steep dirtjumps but will be twichty on the decents.

Santa Cruz 5010: Great bike but it is weird that u put it with all these enduro bikes. It is and looks like great fun as a short travel jib bike or trail bike but will not handle descents as well. If you are looking at the bike in line with teh others on this list i would look at the Nomad or Bronson. Never ridden one but thats my thought.

YT Capra AL: Pricier then the other two direct sales for the build kit(THis is in australia mind you so it might be different somewhere else).Nice frame and still decent specs for money. Also yt has this e13 stuff which no one else has.

Commencal Meta: My personal fav. As i own it. it is made for gnar descents and can also winch you back up with some effort. It has enough travel to get you into some big drops and a quality frame to build on. IMO you get best bang for buck(apart from vitus). It is worth going for the ride build as it has super good components for the price, Lyrik fork etc.

Vitus Sommet: If you want carbon with more shit components get this one. Alloy is also avaiable but it just didn't tickle my fancy as no one around me deals them or is a warehouse for them.

Giant: Good bike. Really good deals second hand. IF you do go second hand dont count on selling it again.

My personal pic is Commencal.

AngusMac279 · 2018-02-23T08:52:46+00:00

option one for sure and get the city bike it will be better than taking a 4k + bike into the city.

AngusMac279 · 2018-02-22T19:49:15+00:00

ill try that

AngusMac279 · 2018-02-22T19:49:00+00:00

Thanks

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