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Thorn General / Re: Paint wearing off forks
« Last post by PH on November 21, 2025, 11:22:56 AM »
I'm not sure what or where these "sharp bits" are?  Is something rubbing?  All paint wears if something is rubbing it, a bit of protective tape usually solves that, though it's worth trying to minimise the rub first. Other than that. the paint shouldn't wear off, the gunmetal grey is a DuPont paint, as paints go there isn't much tougher.  If it's fragile, there's been an error in it's application.  My two gunmetal frames have stood up well to the usual knocks.  Maybe a photo would be better than an explanation?  Is it bare metal underneath or the black ED coating?
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Bikes For Sale / Re: Thorn bike
« Last post by pandanroll on November 21, 2025, 11:15:08 AM »
Unfortunately for you, bikes are not selling well currently. I've seen some Rohloff Thorn's go on ebay for not much more for what you are asking for. A derailleur model would be valued at a less.
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Thorn General / Re: Paint wearing off forks
« Last post by Andyb1 on November 21, 2025, 08:59:24 AM »
Could you round off any sharp edges with a file and then touch up the paint by hand?
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Bikes For Sale / Re: Thorn bike
« Last post by in4 on November 20, 2025, 10:18:59 PM »
Why not post some photos here?
Facebook is not used by some.
There’s always eBay or gumtree.
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Bikes For Sale / Re: Thorn bike
« Last post by ourclarioncall on November 20, 2025, 10:14:07 PM »
£400. need it gone. A guy was interestedd but the rust partialy put him off.

is it worth selling the components individually and the frame and fork on ebay ? decent stuff thorn comfort bar, ergon gp5 grips, schwalbe tyres, shimano v brakes etc
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Thorn General / Paint wearing off forks
« Last post by Callie on November 20, 2025, 08:44:33 PM »
Hi
I have a mk. 5 Club Tour with steel front forks to accommodate disc brakes.
It's approaching 5 years old, but from it's early days paint has gradually worn off the sharp edges just by General use.
Have I just been unlucky or is this a common problem?
I've even thought of replacing them and using those forks designed for V brakes as I'm p'd off by trying to cover the damage with paint.
Any thoughts/comments would be welcome ..... even if any possible remedies.
Thanks
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Bikes For Sale / Re: Thorn Audax for sale - 57cm
« Last post by macspud on November 20, 2025, 04:14:35 PM »
Is it this one?

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/127499046575
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Non-Thorn Related / Re: Tyre pressure gauge
« Last post by mickeg on November 17, 2025, 09:41:41 PM »
Quote from: PH on November 17, 2025, 12:56:17 PM
...I think I used to be far more concerned with the ideal pressure when I was running narrower tyres, now I have nothing under 40mm I'm checking less often, maybe I've just become lazy!

For me, if it is a long ride, I am more likely to top up the tires.  I rode my errand bike to the gym and back today, 3 miles (~5km).  I can't remember the last time I added air to the tires on that bike, but it would not surprise me if they are down 20 psi.  But for that distance, who cares.

My Joe Blow pump gauge is spot on compared to a couple of digital gauges I have. 

I agree with you, the narrower tires, I am more careful to make sure I do not have them too low.
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Wanted / Re: Wanted: 26” disc or rim fork
« Last post by Andyb1 on November 17, 2025, 03:36:54 PM »
Got it!
Reply sent
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Wanted / Re: Wanted: 26” disc or rim fork
« Last post by Danneaux on November 17, 2025, 02:50:41 PM »
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can’t find my sent messages box though

It isn't obvious at a glance!

Go to your messages window, then click on the Messages button. An option to see Sent Messages will open. Click on that and you will see them.

Best, Dan.
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