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    Shoes.

    I use these as well. Not the warmest but certainly the driest. Coupled with a neoprene overshoe my feet stay very warm though, even if it looks weird. I know a lot of vain people hate overshoes! I also wear Gore C5 Active Trail gore-tex trousers which keep any amount of water out.
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    Focus Jam2 owners - Neoprene downtube and battery protection

    To all those who own a Focus Jam2 if you want a neoprene cover that fits the downtube then Google the R&G Shock Tube 'SHOCK28BK'. I use R&G products on my motorcycles and the Shock Tubes are made to protect rear suspension units. The SHOCK28BK is the largest they do and fits the Jam2 perfectly...
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    Review Mudhugger FRX and rear 29er mudguard

    Product Image: Product name: Mudhugger FRX and rear 29er mudguard Price paid: 45 Score (out of 10): 9 Review: After a recent snowy wet freezing ride and getting utterly soaked I invested a bit of cash in some Mudhugger mtb specific mudguards. Some riders say that mudguards are ugly and...
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    Carrying a carbon frame Levo on a Thule tow bar carrier what do I use?

    I don't see the issue with this really because the clamps are only there to 'hold' the frame. It doesn't need to be super tight. As long as it secures the frame in place so the bike doesn't move. It's just the same as our tendency to over tighten bolts. It's not necessary and doesn't actually do...
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    Such a long wait

    I wouldn't put up with that myself and go for another brand. There are plenty of other capable e-mtbs out there.
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    What gps

    I would recommend the Sigma ROX 12 but it depends on your budget.
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    DIY heated battery cover for charging and storage in cold conditions.

    Yes. An inner tube from a 700x42 tyre. Rather than disengage the dropper take the saddle off put some talc on the inside of the inner tube piece and slide it down. Takes a bit if pulling but you need it tight of course.
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    DIY heated battery cover for charging and storage in cold conditions.

    When it drops below 2c in my opinion. Although the Focus manual recommends storage of the battery and therefore the bike at 18c plus. I’m lucky enough to have a garage I guess because bikes in the house is a big NO for the missus!
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    DIY heated battery cover for charging and storage in cold conditions.

    It’s wet. I’d just washed the bike!
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    Super mini rant.

    Anyone who hates dogs is a dick in my opinion. It’s not the dogs fault if their owners are dicks. Dogs don’t know the difference between a cycle only path and any other type of path. I’m a walker, dog walker, a cyclist, and an off road motorcyclist and I don’t have an issue with anyone who...
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    DIY heated battery cover for charging and storage in cold conditions.

    If you have a detachable battery that you can take indoors during the winter to keep warm and charge, then lucky you. For the rest of us with internal batteries that are not allowed to keep our bikes in the house I’ve just done this hack. We all know lithium ion batteries do not perform well...
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    Actual speed restriction

    I’ve noticed that when my Shimano e8000 display reads 25kmh and the assistance stops my GPS unit actually reads 20kmh. GPS is more accurate. Anyone else notice this discrepancy? And can it be fixed? I guess that being able to change the wheel circumference in the e8000 system would work I’m...
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    What Di2 bars?

    I need the bars with the grip creasing to channel the display wiring so that won't work for me.
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    Is it just me suffering any one else feel it

    I'm 46 and also feel battered after a hard ride. It makes me feel I've done something at least. Better than watching bollox on the telly box.
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    What Di2 bars?

    My Focus Jam2 bars are too flat and narrow. Can anyone recommend a quality aluminium Di2 compatible riser bar at 780mm to 800mm? 20mm rise would be good.
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    I made a cleaning video

    I’ve transferred a lot of my motocross cleaning experience over to bicycles. I use... - Jet wash with variable power lance on lowest setting. This is gentle enough to bash muck off while still protecting vulnerable areas. - Rhino Goo MTB cleaner. - Peaty’s foaming drivetrain cleaner. -...
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    Fussy batteries

    Reading about the battery in my Focus manual but I assume it’s the same for all manufacturers. So let me get this right... - They don’t like being stored cold. - They don’t perform that well when used in cold conditions. - They don’t like being stored at full charge. - They need to be fully...
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    The beast of Llangollen

    Looks like fun. Did you record a gpx file on that unit you have?
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    Sticker removal on bike

    You need to first check if the stickers have been lacquered over by the factory. If not and they are on the surface use a hairdryer to heat the backing glue and they will peel off. Any residue left over can be easily removed with lighter fluid.
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    Hi from Northants

    Hi all. Just joined. Ex motocross rider now into gravel riding (Whyte Gisburn) and just bought my first emtb in a Focus Jam2 Plus Ltd. Sold my Whyte G170S 'traditional' mtb to fund the Focus. Looking forward to chats on here and meet ups in the real world!
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