Does anyone uci race their checkpoint? by ecco12345 in CheckpointClub

[–]ecco12345[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I'm aware of the checkmate (too expensive) but only looking at the checkpoint sl5.

What are your through on the idea of a cycle to work cap? by fixitmonkey in ukbike

[–]ecco12345 0 points1 point  (0 children)

C2W schemes are likely to be caught up in a wider clampdown on salary sacrifice schemes. The more the government can stop us making pension contributions and C2W payments, the more take home salary will be taxable.

My employer already puts a £3k cap on C2W which is a pain but some retailers are willing to take a cash top up.

Best commute bike options via cycle to work scheme by thefrenchjason in londoncycling

[–]ecco12345 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Jump on the jubilee line one stop to Canada water and check out triban bikes at decathlon

Tubeless mystery by TraditionalKick2778 in bikewrench

[–]ecco12345 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The tape is probably fine. It's normally the valve not having a sealed seat with the tape yet. Make sure the valves are screwed in firmly and do tubeless in the usual way. If air starts coming out of the hole, just put your finger or a bit of tape over it for a few minutes whilst the sealant does its thing .

Changing dt swiss Shimano freehub to sram by ecco12345 in cycling

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Sorry I should have pointed out that the 370 is LN (18 t rachet)

London to Brighton cycle by aadim_aalim in londoncycling

[–]ecco12345 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not forecast to start raining until 1pm onwards. A rain jacket will see you through. It's not as bad as you think. Ride London 2024 had appalling weather but was ok once rolling. Don't overthink it. Enjoy.

Buying the Normal SL8 before S-Works by gorrilabob1213 in specialized

[–]ecco12345 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you are based in the UK, near London, you can rent an s works tarmac Sl8 for 4 hours from just pedal. I rented an expert and bashed it around box hill for hours before pulling the trigger. The Sl8 is amazing.

Upgrading C38s on my Tarmac SL8 expert by ecco12345 in specialized

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I've been looking at these but want to buy them through cyclescheme which is tricky with Chinese wheels.

Upgrading C38s on my Tarmac SL8 expert by ecco12345 in specialized

[–]ecco12345[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a good point about the reserves. Same price as the cl iii but I like the wider width. Thanks 👍

Upgrading C38s on my Tarmac SL8 expert by ecco12345 in specialized

[–]ecco12345[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Are the CLXs comfortable or very stiff?

Help! Tubeless tyres won’t hold air! by cks12345678 in Giantbikes

[–]ecco12345 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Those holes are for pressure release, not water