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Next I need to go shopping for a couple of bags (probably top tube or handlebars, and a medium/large saddle one).
I'd go for the stem bag and/or bar bag, they're much more practical than you'd think, handy for small stuff like cameras and money.
https://www.mackworkshop.com/collections/bikepacking/products/stem-bag
https://www.mackworkshop.com/products/bar-bag?variant=16908780871
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If you want to try stem bags @EagleEyez, there's some cheap one from decathlon :
https://www.decathlon.co.uk/fabric-bottle-cage-id_8487122.htmlVery happy with it, basic, cheap, good enough for the price, I don't think i'll upgrade this
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Couldn’t recommend Mack, service is appalling at best. Products are good though which is just frustrating.
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Thanks for the suggestions.
I'll check them out. So many different types of bags and niche brands these days.
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Took the CGR 725 for a proper ride yesterday, 50km of mixed terrain more than half of it off-road.
The bike felt superb, much better than I could have imagined. (This is my 1st steel bike).
Never felt slow or harsh. Still getting used to the clunky SRAM shifting system.
I might shorten the stem and quite fancy some flared bars as well.
Next I need to go shopping for a couple of bags (probably top tube or handlebars, and a medium/large saddle one).
Sadly I had to do a puncture repair and getting the beading of that brand new WTN Ranger tyre was a nightmare.
Q: is that a common problem with tubeless-ready tyres and rims?