So, you got a shiny new Calibre BBB (or, for that matter, any MTB) for Christmas and now you've got to build the sucker!!!
Come along with me as I unbox and build my new BBB. Hopefully, this will give you an insight into what's in that box and how to screw it together.
Get more information on the Caliber BBB here - http://calibrebicycles.com/bike/triple-b/
Buy directly from Go Outdoors - https://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/calibre-triple-b-mountain-bike-p432765
Here's a link to the torque wrench I was using - https://www.wiggle.co.uk/x-tools-essential-torque-wrench-set/
And you can buy DMR V12s here - https://www.wiggle.co.uk/dmr-v12-flat-pedals-1/
The not-too-fantastic bike stand I'm using is this one - https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00OANZDFK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sz8bJcLBWIk
So, you got a shiny new Calibre BBB (or, for that matter, any MTB) for Christmas and now you've got to build the sucker!!!
Come along with me as I unbox and build my new BBB. Hopefully, this will give you an insight into what's in that box and how to screw it together.
In this video, you can watch all five parts of the build consecutively. See the BBB Unbox and Build Playlist to watch section-by-section.
Get more information on the Caliber BBB here - http://calibrebicycles.com/bike/triple-b/
Buy directly from Go Outdoors - https://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/calibre-triple-b-mountain-bike-p432765
Here's a link to the torque wrench I was using - https://www.wiggle.co.uk/x-tools-essential-torque-wrench-set/
And you can buy DMR V12s here - https://www.wiggle.co.uk/dmr-v12-flat-pedals-1/
The not-too-fantastic bike stand I'm using is this one - https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00OANZDFK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z3raZyAJP9U
So - with less than 24 hours to go, am I ready for my first Triathlon in 6 years?
Coincidentally, tomorrow also marks 10 years to the day since I did my very first Triathlon.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g2hU9C5b7Gc
Today I discovered the value of leaving the Garmin (other trackers are available) at home.
Trust me on this one - once in a while, ditch the Garmin and free your soul.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GFIU4MMOf-U
Like the title says - I feel like I've finally turned a corner. Three months in and 25KG down so far. A bit of an overview of how I'm motivating myself - and a good bit of waffle about how I'm doing this - this time around. Sorry folks - no magic bullets in this video; it's all about eating less and moving more.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFczRPA8Xno
Having had the Calibre BBB for a few months, it seemed like the ideal time to post a little update on my ownership experience.
Sorry for the sound of the exploding Bottom Bracket which gate crashed this video - and sorry for the gratuitous Spaniel photo-bomb at the end!!!
Maxxis High Roller IIs - https://www.tredz.co.uk/.Maxxis-High-Roller-II-FLD-3C-Exo-TR-Folding-Tubeless-Ready-27-5-650B-MTB-Off-Road-tyre_82361.htm
Tessa Tape - https://www.ebay.co.uk/i/112547780916?chn=ps
Stans Sealant - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Stans-tube-Preventive-Liquid-Sealant/dp/B00159O3NU/ref=sr_1_2?crid=T69D9F212WPH&keywords=stans+sealant&qid=1559325350&s=gateway&sprefix=Stan%27s+Sea%2Caps%2C302&sr=8-2
Peatys Valves - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Peatys-Tubeless-Bike-Valve-Pairs/dp/B07FW1FMB3/ref=sr_1_1?crid=29U47RMJT60DP&keywords=peatys+tubeless+valves&qid=1559325380&s=gateway&sprefix=Peatys+%2Caps%2C255&sr=8-1
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xfrk6_L7PQ
We all know the value of a good bike fit. But, when they can cost a couple of hundred quid, not everyone is able to afford one.
The Bike Fast Fit App for iPhone promises to provide you with all of the information you need to do a professional fit from the comfort of your own home - and for as little as a fiver!!!
Here I'm testing the Elite version (£9.99) with the Planet X Pro Carbon Evo to see how I can get more comfortable on the bike - and fix some issues I've been having post-ride.
Sorry for the audio quality at the start - need to get some acoustic tiles for the walls!!!
You can find out more about the BFF App here - http://bikefastfit.com/
The video slider I've got the iPhone on is this one - https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07JHXC2D2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Coloured dots are here - https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07H9JBX8B/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The small studio light is this one - https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07BJ6DZ3H/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
And the bigger one can be found here - https://www.amazon.co.uk/ESDDI-Softbox-Lighting-Continuous-Photograph/dp/B01BSG3OWK/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2CIBRWTKEJKCY&keywords=esddi+softbox+lighting+kit&qid=1557761955&s=electronics&sprefix=ESDDI+%2Celectronics%2C249&sr=1-3
Planet X Pro Carbon Evo here - https://www.planetx.co.uk/c/q/bikes/road-bikes/pro-carbon-evo
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7dCfoLcxZZw