Manitou R7

Well, I discarded the 2007 Fox F-series RLC 100 for the Manitou R7 Elite Absolute. Comparison with the previous rig, I must say it is so much plusher and gives me a little more confident on the descent. Jumps? No Problem. Weight? Lighter but not significant.

But over they just feel great! These are the specification:

Weight: Wt. Lbs. 3.3 (80), 3.4 (100) / Wt. Grams 1516 (80), 1557 (100)
Travel: 80mm or 100mm
Damping: Absolute Platform Damper
Adjustments: Rebound, Air, Platform
Lubrication: Semi-Bath
Spring: TS Air
Casting: One piece Reverse Arch (RA) Magnesium
Stanchions: 30mm Gold Al
Steerer: 1-1/8th Blue Al
Crown: Hollow
Axle: Standard QR
Ride Height (axle to race): 456/476
Color: Primer
Bosses: with Bosses
Wheel Size: 26"
Disc Mounts: Post
Disc Size: 180mm Max
Seals: Evil Genius
Compatible Rear Shock Models: S-Type, Swinger Air X3
MSRP: $399

July Escapade Part 1

Austrian Alpine



In The Train

June and July this year was a good break. Trip to Europe has been really a great experience and a great time. With just "300euros", "100 Sterling Pound", I took a gamble to roam around Austria, Germany and Scotland. Of course, air tickets are covered by the company but well, the rest of the travel within Europe came from my own pocket.


Grassland Everywhere


Typical German Packed Lunch


Mountains

This has been the greatest experience so far.

The Famous Zell Am See


We landed in Munich on the first day, catch a train to Munich Central Station. Take a train to Saalfelden, Austria for the meeting. Along the way, you see great scenery, Austria has to offer. One of the Picturesque area is Zell Am See, a beautiful lake 45mins from Saalfelden. This lake is a great summer hang out place in Austria and you can see, families having quality time together involving in watersports and picnic. Its a great sight!



Triathlon World Cup Coming to Austria

Delays Delays Delays!

Yup,

I am finally back in blogging after a long period of delays and busyness. This is the day that marks the beginning of a new chapter in my life as I put aside the work I have cherish so much for the last one year.

Maybe that is a good sign as I don't have to crack my head anymore with responsibilities, ideas and stuffs.

That means, there will be more play than work and work will be transcend into passion and heartbeat.

Stay Tuned as I work through my past months of adventures.