Post by: alan on 08 January, 2009, 04:16:38 pm
A Montane Featherlite windproof in YELLOW
Post by: Ariadne on 08 January, 2009, 04:25:15 pm
Post by: Ariadne on 08 January, 2009, 04:25:43 pm
Post by: nuttycyclist on 08 January, 2009, 04:45:30 pm
Post by: Chris S on 08 January, 2009, 04:48:49 pm
Post by: gordon taylor on 08 January, 2009, 05:55:48 pm
Post by: LEE on 08 January, 2009, 06:02:39 pm
Edit. I broke my first spoke after approx 42 years of cycling
Post by: alan on 08 January, 2009, 06:28:59 pm
some spokes (6x)
Edit. I broke my first spoke after approx 42 years of cycling
Try harder in future ;)
Post by: nobby on 08 January, 2009, 06:42:40 pm
some spokes (6x)
Edit. I broke my first spoke after approx 42 years of cycling
They must have been good quality to last that long. ;)
Post by: Pingu on 08 January, 2009, 06:51:12 pm
Post by: TimO on 08 January, 2009, 07:13:28 pm
(The last two items were a lie).
Post by: Gandalf on 09 January, 2009, 08:20:53 am
Post by: David Martin on 09 January, 2009, 10:28:05 am
..d
Post by: Snakehips on 09 January, 2009, 10:35:05 am
What'll it be I wonder?
(http://www.yudu.com/item_files/28169/52eadfed3/regards.jpg)(http://www.yudu.com/item_files/28170/346c719a5/from.jpg)(http://www.yudu.com/item_files/28171/5eb32df38/snakehips.jpg)
Post by: Greenbank on 09 January, 2009, 10:42:18 am
Garmin Forerunner 405.
OK, so it's for running mainly, but it'll also be used to log position/HR on training rides to see how my quest for fitness is going.
Should be delivered on Saturday morning. Off to Richmond Park in the afternoon.
:) :) :)
Post by: CAMRAMan on 09 January, 2009, 11:07:51 am
Post by: Ariadne on 09 January, 2009, 04:01:55 pm
Post by: Regulator on 09 January, 2009, 04:02:38 pm
Post by: Ariadne on 09 January, 2009, 04:04:25 pm
Post by: orienteer on 09 January, 2009, 05:17:21 pm
Post by: Ariadne on 09 January, 2009, 05:46:19 pm
Post by: toontra on 09 January, 2009, 05:55:51 pm
Post by: alan on 09 January, 2009, 06:10:25 pm
Well, there's no sign of a recession in this thread! Spendaholics.
There are no pockets in shrouds.
Post by: Ariadne on 09 January, 2009, 07:22:38 pm
Post by: Regulator on 09 January, 2009, 07:30:41 pm
Very true. Mind you, I'm hoping it'll be a wee while till I need one of those. And even then I'll want a flattering, wicking one.
I'm sure Rapha does a nice one, in a tweed. Only £2,999.00 + VAT.
Post by: alan on 09 January, 2009, 07:54:48 pm
Very true. Mind you, I'm hoping it'll be a wee while till I need one of those.
Quite so,,,we all hope for a full innings.
My philosophy results from a sudden & unexpected hospital visit several years ago involving time on the neurology & cardiac wards.
It frightened the sh$t out of me & when discharged I took the view that I'd finished waiting for anything I wanted that is within financial reach.The future is promised to no-one.
Live long & prosper :thumbsup:
Post by: oncemore on 09 January, 2009, 08:22:09 pm
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 09 January, 2009, 09:13:02 pm
Post by: perpetual dan on 09 January, 2009, 09:25:16 pm
Post by: Snakehips on 10 January, 2009, 11:25:58 am
(http://www.yudu.com/item_files/28169/52eadfed3/regards.jpg)(http://www.yudu.com/item_files/28170/346c719a5/from.jpg)(http://www.yudu.com/item_files/28171/5eb32df38/snakehips.jpg)
Post by: Gandalf on 10 January, 2009, 11:54:09 am
Post by: Greenbank on 16 January, 2009, 12:57:41 pm
Thar be hills....
Post by: токамак on 16 January, 2009, 01:13:39 pm
Post by: Greenbank on 16 January, 2009, 02:09:58 pm
A 19T EAI 1/8" steel sprocket.
Bzzzt. Out of stock. Oh well.
Post by: IanDG on 16 January, 2009, 02:30:43 pm
A 19T EAI 1/8" steel sprocket.
Thar be hills....
A 20t Andel 3/32" sprocket
Thar be hills (and wind)
(+ a taigra long arm derailleur - thar be even bigger hills - and a set of M520 pedals)
Post by: Jaded on 16 January, 2009, 02:32:37 pm
Post by: alan on 16 January, 2009, 04:39:03 pm
I bought Wales.As in Prince of....?
your majesty???
Post by: alan on 16 January, 2009, 04:39:39 pm
Post by: LEE on 16 January, 2009, 04:43:07 pm
Is there anything more mundane to buy than inner tubes?
Post by: Jaded on 16 January, 2009, 04:43:13 pm
Tracklogs. :thumbsup:
Also Chain Reaction let me down badly with some bib-tights I wanted for tomorrow. They only despatched them today. Whatever happened to same day despatch?
Post by: jogler on 20 January, 2010, 07:23:40 pm
Hopefully I will be posting in the fettling thread tomorrow.
Post by: GruB on 20 January, 2010, 07:25:26 pm
Post by: border-rider on 20 January, 2010, 07:26:57 pm
Tri bars
Front & rear mechs for when I get round to fettling trike#2 to usability
4 pairs of brake blocks
New chest strap for my HRM
I did have a fistful of Wiggle vouchers, and they're offering £20 off per £100 at the mo.
Post by: clifftaylor on 20 January, 2010, 07:35:21 pm
Post by: nightrider on 20 January, 2010, 07:54:10 pm
Post by: TimO on 20 January, 2010, 08:10:14 pm
I feel that some holes in the wall are about to occur. ;D
Post by: Gandalf on 21 January, 2010, 04:16:42 pm
Post by: simonp on 21 January, 2010, 05:36:55 pm
Post by: DaveJ on 21 January, 2010, 11:15:23 pm
Dave
Post by: SpaceBadger on 21 January, 2010, 11:27:10 pm
Some Shimano R160 shoes (http://www.merlincycles.co.uk/road-cycling-shoes/shimano-r160-shoes.html). A carbon road shoe for under £70 :)
Dave
Not in my size. Arse :(
Post by: simonp on 22 January, 2010, 12:16:53 am
Some Shimano R160 shoes (http://www.merlincycles.co.uk/road-cycling-shoes/shimano-r160-shoes.html). A carbon road shoe for under £70 :)
Dave
Not in my size. Arse :(
I'm not surprised. That would presumably be quite a large shoe.
IGMC.
Post by: robgul on 23 January, 2010, 04:01:15 pm
Started to fit tyres to them and realised that the rims were so deep that I needed tubes with longer valve stems .... back to the other LBS (on foot) and bought 4 tubes (2 on, 2 spares in the saddle-pouch)
... and all I wanted was a spoke :'(
Rob
Post by: jogler on 23 January, 2010, 05:07:53 pm
BTDTGTTS
I once went to my lbs for 2x20" inner tubes & came out with a complete carbon frame Trek.
Got no inner tubes though ::-)
Post by: nextSibling on 23 January, 2010, 07:55:54 pm
Post by: jogler on 25 February, 2010, 01:59:25 pm
3xSV15 Schwalbe inner tubes (Lonstaff,Langster,Trek)
1xpair Spiuk cycle specific shades with photocromatic lenses 8)
Post by: border-rider on 25 February, 2010, 02:06:09 pm
bit of a spending spree. In the last few weeks:
forks
headset
3 rims
saddlebag
front light
2 rear lights
pedals
front & rear mechs (for the trike)
chain
brakes
mudguards
6 sets of brake blocks
leg warmers
most of a bike from Tewdric :-[
Post by: Tewdric on 25 February, 2010, 02:08:19 pm
Mmm
bit of a spending spree. In the last few weeks:
forks
headset
3 rims
saddlebag
front light
2 rear lights
pedals
front & rear mechs (for the trike)
chain
brakes
mudguards
6 sets of brake blocks
leg warmers
most of a bike from Tewdric :-[
Ah yes but it's health and safety budget innit? No authority required and pretty much unlimited! O:-)
Post by: TimO on 25 February, 2010, 02:09:49 pm
I also bought four sets of brake blocks from an LBS, to replace the one pair which has already worn out, and one which I expect to wear out soon (although I last replaced both at the start of January!)
Post by: jogler on 25 February, 2010, 02:16:29 pm
Ah yes but it's health and safety budget innit? No authority required and pretty much unlimited! O:-)
I was going to suggest this as POTD but on further consideration believe it to be an all-time classic deserving of being geneticaly imprinted into all cyclists at the moment of being conceived.( & their wives,girlfriends,partners,parents,mistresse,brothers,sisters etc. etc.)
Post by: токамак on 25 February, 2010, 02:32:33 pm
Purchased so far: Thomson X2 Elite 70mm stem, Pro Synop Hydroform time trial bar and Cane Creak 200TT bar end brake levers.
In the pipeline: Campag 10 speed bar end shifters and Alpina Wing TT aero carbon seatpillar / forks. The killer blow is going to be the wheels - Zipp 1080 tublar rear and 404 tubular front, ouch! :o 8) In a bid to reign in the spending for now I'll be using the chainset and mechs from the current road bike.
Post by: jogler on 06 March, 2010, 03:32:17 pm
Post by: Aidan on 06 March, 2010, 04:01:36 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 06 March, 2010, 05:48:13 pm
Just got back from Islabikes.Granddaughter has had a 26 Bienn in bright red She is currntly wearing the biggest ;DFantastic :thumbsup: Lucky girl :).
Post by: clarion on 06 March, 2010, 06:10:02 pm
Post by: robgul on 06 March, 2010, 06:56:23 pm
Rob
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 06 March, 2010, 07:01:28 pm
Returning from the veg store, my freehub became extra free in both directions :(
I know what I'll be doing tomorrow, now.
Post by: agagisgroovy on 06 March, 2010, 09:02:16 pm
Post by: Polar Bear on 06 March, 2010, 09:05:19 pm
A wetsuit - for those very wet rides. ;D
Holidaying on the west coast of Scotland again this year per chance? ;D ;D ;D
Post by: gordon taylor on 06 March, 2010, 09:12:54 pm
Post by: Naggers on 08 March, 2010, 09:53:12 am
I only needed a rear wheel but you know how it is.
Actually, I only really needed a freehub but you know how it is.
Two people have already said I could have bought a Car for that money :P
Post by: Andrij on 08 March, 2010, 10:00:51 am
Altura Urban Dryline 17 Inch Briefcase Pannier Only £61.65
(http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/cycle/7/Altura_Urban_Dryline_17_Inch_Briefcase_Pannier/5360029305/)
It's long been a want, never quite made it to the 'need' category. But with the extra discount at Wiggle and the fact that that bags like these tend to be discontinued whenever I get serious about buying one I couldn't resist.
Post by: gordon taylor on 08 March, 2010, 10:11:37 am
Post by: jogler on 08 March, 2010, 12:00:37 pm
could you not have done that the other Friday while you were there? ;)
Post by: DuncanM on 08 March, 2010, 01:28:44 pm
Frustratingly their website won't allow me to update my credit card details or my address - I would have to register for a new account to get them to deliver to my current address. But I can't do that with the same email address. Grrrrrrrrr. >:(
I emailed asking for them to call me so I can change their data and buy stuff. They haven't so far. ::-)
Post by: jogler on 08 March, 2010, 01:29:28 pm
Post by: DuncanM on 08 March, 2010, 01:55:31 pm
Post by: gordon taylor on 08 March, 2010, 02:00:00 pm
However, my mouse hand is fully operational:
So far I've bought a spoke ruler, some rack stays and a SnapOn 15mm spanner via the interweb.
Daytime TV would be cheaper than this damn PC.
Post by: Greenbank on 08 March, 2010, 02:47:09 pm
Post by: Greenbank on 08 March, 2010, 04:39:41 pm
Might prompt me to get off my arse and use it (when it arrives...).
Post by: tiermat on 08 March, 2010, 04:46:16 pm
Spent about 10 seconds stood there looking at them trying to work out how much they were...... :-\
Post by: Moloko on 08 March, 2010, 05:12:37 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 09 March, 2010, 02:22:28 pm
Padded undershorts for Uncle James
Summer oil
Immobilise thingie for Uncle James
4 marathon tyres for my trike
Bottle cage for my trike
Still to buy:
Another set of cleats
3 chains for my trike
Post by: jogler on 09 March, 2010, 03:53:09 pm
Post by: TimO on 09 March, 2010, 04:22:21 pm
Post by: David Martin on 09 March, 2010, 10:34:25 pm
This will replace the rubberless thingy on the back of the winter bike.
Post by: Bledlow on 09 March, 2010, 11:38:34 pm
Post by: DuncanM on 10 March, 2010, 10:43:15 am
RSP Night Sabre 1W Front/Astrum Super Bright Twin 1/2W Rear (http://www.jejamescycles.co.uk/rsp-night-sabre-1w-front-astrum-super-bright-twin-1-2w-rear-id54230.html)
:)
Post by: RJ on 11 March, 2010, 09:40:58 pm
* - BG Equinox 2
** - BG Equinox
*** - BG Radiant
Post by: perpetual dan on 12 March, 2010, 07:06:23 pm
Also a new stem and tape to go with the new bars which are still to come.
Post by: Moloko on 12 March, 2010, 07:09:20 pm
*sigh* Ahhhh, glove.
Post by: citoyen on 12 March, 2010, 08:58:32 pm
d.
Post by: Marco Stefano on 13 March, 2010, 09:05:33 am
A snip at only £499.99. :o
He won't be grumpy then, though. And you have to support a chosen sporting-type activity, don't you? It's even sort of like cycling... And we get away from pointless
Post by: Ray 6701 on 19 March, 2010, 12:30:24 pm
1 x Craft Cool Mesh Superlight Sleeveless Base Layer Small White
1 x Topeak Aero Wedge Clip On Large Saddle Bag -
The plastic clip on my topeak bag snapped off recently, it had probably become brittle due to the cold over the winter :(
Post by: Moloko on 19 March, 2010, 01:35:29 pm
Park Tool TL-5 tyre levers. They must weigh almost a pound a piece.
Marathon pluses, you're my wife now.
Post by: Jord on 19 March, 2010, 05:14:44 pm
Post by: simonp on 19 March, 2010, 05:20:29 pm
Post by: Manotea on 19 March, 2010, 05:40:28 pm
Now the sun is coming out I've just bought a new pair of shorts :)
Glorious yesterday but raining today and over the weekend. Everybody, blame Jord.
Post by: gordon taylor on 19 March, 2010, 06:53:58 pm
So I'll have to trek to the parcel place tomorrow instead of doing the canal ride I'd organised.
Idiot. :-\
Post by: longers on 19 March, 2010, 07:20:40 pm
Post by: jogler on 19 March, 2010, 07:24:40 pm
Post by: Jord on 19 March, 2010, 09:19:45 pm
Quote
Glorious yesterday but raining today and over the weekend. Everybody, blame Jord.
:-[
Post by: longers on 19 March, 2010, 09:33:15 pm
Post by: perpetual dan on 19 March, 2010, 09:37:08 pm
Took delivery today of patches and tyre levers as I've got through too many of both this year.
Also a new stem and tape to go with the new bars which are still to come.
...and now the bars are here :thumbsup: (FSA omega compact, nothing too shiny). I wonder how badly wrong swapping them can go?
Post by: Androcles on 19 March, 2010, 09:50:16 pm
While I was at it I ordered a pair of Krylions to replace the ~6000 mile Gatorskins which have seen better days.
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 28 March, 2010, 05:51:03 pm
Velo 5 computer
cable inners
Courtesy of early B'day :)
Post by: Gandalf on 28 March, 2010, 06:53:04 pm
Park CT3
Carradice Prima Maxi
Park Cable cutters :thumbsup:
Post by: Moloko on 29 March, 2010, 10:35:51 am
(http://i578.photobucket.com/albums/ss226/SgtBikeo/20567223v2_480x480_Front_Color-Blac.jpg)
Post by: clarion on 29 March, 2010, 10:50:55 am
Post by: Moloko on 29 March, 2010, 11:06:20 am
Don't look Ethel...
(http://i578.photobucket.com/albums/ss226/SgtBikeo/clarion.jpg)
Too late, she looked. :o
Post by: clarion on 29 March, 2010, 11:09:03 am
But I could maybe cover part of myself with that t-shirt ;)
Post by: GruB on 29 March, 2010, 01:13:03 pm
Post by: Moloko on 29 March, 2010, 01:17:02 pm
2 x Foska blue Great Britain water bottles ::-)
Acclimatising. ;D (if anyone asks, just say they belong to the wife)
Post by: onb on 29 March, 2010, 02:25:51 pm
Post by: Ray 6701 on 30 March, 2010, 12:37:57 pm
Personal Best the autobiography of Beryl Burton :thumbsup:
Shimano R600 Ultegra Body Cover, should have been dura ace but they are getting very hard to find.
Assos Prosline Roubaix Legwarmer 2010, to replace the ones I put a hole in when falling off on Saturday :(
Post by: DrMekon on 30 March, 2010, 01:44:23 pm
Post by: TimO on 30 March, 2010, 03:54:29 pm
- A bottle of Fenwicks Bike Cleaner, which as long as it comes before the weekend will be useful to clean the bike!
- Some outer brake cable ferrules (I'm missing a couple)
- A pair of cycling socks
- Some Cane Creek SCR 5 Brake Levers for n+1, the Singular Peregrine build currently underway
- An Evolution Mini lock, so I don't have to carry the (very heavy) New York D-Lock around quite so much
- A dhb Base Layer, which was on sale (a bit), and I'm always looking for long sleeved base layers
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 30 March, 2010, 05:46:28 pm
It will be summer soon, won't it?
Post by: Deano on 30 March, 2010, 10:24:09 pm
OK, they're nearly 25 years old, but they'll mostly still be relevant, especially in the bits of Scotland and Wales which are about all that remained. There was nothing within 100 miles of Darlo.
Post by: nmcgann on 30 March, 2010, 10:35:11 pm
A fork steerer tube cutting guide.
A grease gun nozzle.
A 3-15nm torque wrench (big tool pwn treat :thumbsup:)
A bottle of muc-off.
(this reminds me of the conveyor belt round from a certain old game show ;) )
Post by: TimO on 30 March, 2010, 11:50:45 pm
(this reminds me of the conveyor belt round from a certain old game show ;) )
Cuddly Toy
Fondue Set ... ;D
Post by: tiermat on 31 March, 2010, 08:10:09 am
Post by: Torslanda on 02 April, 2010, 03:37:05 pm
Last month I got: 3 chainsets, bars 'n stem. Wheels, cassettes, grips, and (most shamefully of all) a Fox RL shock ::-)
Not to mention a splurge at Screwfix for M5 & M6 cap screws in A2 stainless
<stands up awkwardly>
'My name's John and I'm a Mountain Biker . . .'
</stands up awkwardly>
HHHHHHHHEEEEEEEEELLLLLLLLLLLPPPPPPP!!!!!!!!!
Post by: Aidan on 02 April, 2010, 04:17:29 pm
Post by: Adam on 02 April, 2010, 07:46:01 pm
Post by: TimO on 03 April, 2010, 09:38:53 pm
(http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/M-Part-InflatorUnit.png)
Simon gave me one, and a heap of cartridges, to carry and use on the last FNRttC, and it worked a treat. It's dead simple, but also screws on to both the cartridge and the valve, which I like. I intensely dislike things that rely on a push fit, which invariably doesn't bloody well work when you most need it too.
It's small, lightweight, and does what it says on the box. :thumbsup:
Post by: MSeries on 03 April, 2010, 09:49:22 pm
Truflo Micro Co2 Pump (£9.99) (http://www.edinburghbicycle.com/ebwPNLqrymode.a4p?f_ProductID=11456&f_FullProductVersion=1&f_SupersetQRY=C251&f_SortOrderID=1&f_bct=c003154c003146c003268)
you'd recommend it then ?
Post by: TimO on 03 April, 2010, 10:29:38 pm
To be fair, I haven't used any others, but this one worked pretty well.
It's not complex, but it worked as intended. It comes with a couple of 16g cartridges, but Simon gave me some 25g ones, which were each more than enough for a road tyre (it probably filled 1½ tyres per cartridge).
The 16g ones, which seem to be more easily available, are meant to be OK for a single road tyre (120psi) or MTB tyre (40psi).
(I paid about 70p each for a heap of cartridges, only not from a bicycle supplier!)
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 05 April, 2010, 10:18:39 am
New crank Shimano LX 48-36-26 170mm with external BB.
New pedals Time Z Freeride (old ones were knackered)
New chain and seven speed cassette.
Post by: geraldc on 05 April, 2010, 10:27:32 am
Shimano Road Front Derailleur Braze On Clamp - 34.9mm
Finally getting round to ordering bits to enable me to get my soot bike working. I've had the frame sitting in my garage for 6 months already ::-)
Post by: peliroja on 05 April, 2010, 06:48:31 pm
Sealskin socks for Woolly.
Brake blocks.
Post by: Polar Bear on 05 April, 2010, 06:50:53 pm
A 9 speed 13-28 Campag Veloce cassette for me.
Post by: Greenbank on 06 April, 2010, 02:08:35 pm
Small but very expensive box from Wiggle has just been dropped off.
Post by: TimO on 07 April, 2010, 12:44:30 am
I've bought Tortec racks in the past, and they seem to be OK. The black ones don't stay black, they go a sort of dark bronze, but I can live with that.
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 07 April, 2010, 10:29:42 am
Post by: PaulF on 07 April, 2010, 10:37:31 am
Post by: TimO on 10 April, 2010, 05:09:25 pm
(http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/Vince_thumb400.jpg) (http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/Vince.jpg)
I went down to Decathlon and bought n+2 (n+1 is underway, this one has overtaken it!). It's really not a bad bike for £70. I was going to cycle home with it (about 12 miles), but the gearing is so low, you spin out at something like 15mph! In the end I cycled the 3 to 4 miles to London Bridge Station, and got a train to East Croydon.
I actually bought it to use as a snow bike, and outside the shop I took the original pedals off and replaced them with some cheapo Decathlon SPD clones (thereby saving myself the £3.95 they would have charged to do this 30 second job).
By the time I've put some studded tyres on, it'll be worth more than twice the original cost!
Post by: JohnP on 10 April, 2010, 05:42:22 pm
Post by: Ray 6701 on 19 April, 2010, 03:36:18 pm
Carradice Bagman sport qr. To use on our lejog ride in June.
Samsung ES63 Digital Camera. To take some lejog photos.
Post by: Jord on 19 April, 2010, 04:50:09 pm
Post by: hatler on 19 April, 2010, 04:58:23 pm
An Islabikes Beinn 26" small.
Post by: rdaviesb on 19 April, 2010, 05:00:34 pm
Full Ultegra chainset ready for a new season ;)
More effective than half a chainset?
Post by: clarion on 19 April, 2010, 05:04:39 pm
Eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeek !!
An Islabikes Beinn 26" small.
Cool 8)
Post by: TimC on 19 April, 2010, 06:19:45 pm
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/204.jpg)
Post by: Butterfly on 19 April, 2010, 09:12:14 pm
Eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeek !!Fantastic :D
An Islabikes Beinn 26" small.
My nephew will tell you (and anyone else that gets in earshot) that Islabikes make THE BEST bikes of all :thumbsup:
Post by: hatler on 20 April, 2010, 05:08:15 am
Eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeek !!Fantastic :D
An Islabikes Beinn 26" small.
My nephew will tell you (and anyone else that gets in earshot) that Islabikes make THE BEST bikes of all :thumbsup:
As will mini-hatler who has just about outgrown his Beinn 20.
There really was little decision making involved.
Post by: Jaded on 20 April, 2010, 09:45:19 am
Post by: PaulF on 20 April, 2010, 09:49:06 am
Some shorts from Ground Effect (which appear to be another casualty of the dust :() plus new helmet and shoes from Decathlon.
Post by: Greenbank on 20 April, 2010, 10:09:10 am
:)
Post by: Greenbank on 23 April, 2010, 11:50:07 am
Pair of cheeky little Knog LED lights to make sure I'm not caught out after dark on the Wilier.
Post by: Smegmeister on 24 April, 2010, 12:35:26 pm
my new toy.. with a special paint job.... will post pic once finished.. nee naw
Post by: Jord on 24 April, 2010, 02:39:55 pm
Excellent service from Shutt.
Post by: Eccentrica Gallumbits on 24 April, 2010, 02:44:57 pm
Post by: TimO on 24 April, 2010, 02:59:08 pm
Post by: Karla on 24 April, 2010, 05:44:47 pm
Post by: Aidan on 24 April, 2010, 05:45:15 pm
A whole new bike!
Yay!!! n+1 rules :thumbsup:
Post by: Pippa on 24 April, 2010, 07:46:26 pm
And some new sidis (not for me). And some minty bum cream. And some lights. And some other stuff.
Thank you Cyclescheme :thumbsup:
Post by: kyuss on 26 April, 2010, 11:25:10 pm
Post by: Jord on 26 April, 2010, 11:47:35 pm
Post by: TimO on 27 April, 2010, 08:31:42 pm
... and a pair of shorts, which may or may not be used with that chainset.
Post by: rogerzilla on 27 April, 2010, 08:33:10 pm
Post by: TheLurker on 28 April, 2010, 07:59:45 am
Post by: Andrew Br on 28 April, 2010, 10:35:12 pm
The project is complete and pictures will follow.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 28 April, 2010, 11:08:15 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 28 April, 2010, 11:10:02 pm
I may own an iten of clothing containing lycra. You have been warned...Yay! It's a slippery slope ;D
Post by: simonp on 29 April, 2010, 01:58:07 am
Post by: kyuss on 29 April, 2010, 02:39:15 am
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130383976453&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
my new toy.. with a special paint job.... will post pic once finished.. nee naw
I'll look forward to seeing that built up. I've always liked Santa Cruz. What colour have you got in mind?
Post by: hatler on 05 May, 2010, 12:27:52 pm
Eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeek !!It's arrived !
An Islabikes Beinn 26" small.
I want one !
Post by: Greenbank on 05 May, 2010, 01:26:23 pm
Garmin GSC10 speed/cadence sensor for the geared audax bike (so I can swap over the PowerTap wheel).
Pair of cheeky little Knog LED lights to make sure I'm not caught out after dark on the Wilier.
Chased up Wiggle, they'd sent it Royal Mail. Got Mrs G to check at the local sorting office and it's been sitting there since the 28th. My postie must have forgotten to put the card through our door.
Minor fettling tonight (time to sort out the Aravis in time for the 200 at the weekend).
Post by: alecstilleyedye on 05 May, 2010, 02:45:11 pm
Post by: Jord on 05 May, 2010, 02:47:53 pm
Post by: Charlotte on 05 May, 2010, 02:50:26 pm
Should go well with my Sturmey Archer S3X :)
Post by: jogler on 05 May, 2010, 09:25:38 pm
Post by: onb on 05 May, 2010, 09:32:01 pm
Post by: onb on 05 May, 2010, 09:32:56 pm
A pair of Zefal strap-on pump pegs for Mrs. jogler's bike
Strap ons for the missus eh ;)
Post by: John Henry on 07 May, 2010, 08:18:02 pm
Now thinking about what baubles and bangles to decorate it with.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 10 May, 2010, 12:44:02 pm
Post by: GruB on 15 May, 2010, 12:13:06 pm
2 x 9sp chains.
My first BBB cassette.
Post by: toekneep on 15 May, 2010, 01:23:29 pm
Post by: GruB on 15 May, 2010, 01:24:46 pm
Post by: arvid on 15 May, 2010, 03:36:49 pm
Cannondale | LE Jacket (http://www.cannondale.com/gbr/eng/Products/Apparel/Mens/Details/282-9M341-LE-Jacket)
yesterday, because the zipper on my Le Coq Sportif jacket came off. I might let a tailor replace them tough, since except for the zippers, the jacket is fine. And it's not easy to find a jacket with front pockets and no stuff on the back that I will lie on while riding a recumbent.
The Cannondale is substantially heavier (and probably warmer) than my old jacket. It's also 2.5 times more expensive...
Post by: PaulF on 15 May, 2010, 04:17:04 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 17 May, 2010, 04:41:24 pm
Post by: epa611 on 17 May, 2010, 08:51:17 pm
Post by: Mobbsy on 19 May, 2010, 01:24:16 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 24 May, 2010, 07:15:54 pm
I like my corner shop :)
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 24 May, 2010, 10:23:26 pm
Post by: jogler on 31 May, 2010, 05:15:58 pm
Reader's Digest Driver's Atlas of the British Isles.approx 4 miles to the inch
AA 3 Mile Road Atlas
for the princely sum of £1.50(that's one pound fifty pence) for both.
The detail is sufficient to show not only B roads clearly but country lanes,ideal for the type of routes I prefer
Post by: rower40 on 31 May, 2010, 05:31:52 pm
Post by: jogler on 31 May, 2010, 06:22:02 pm
Although motorways & other primary routes will have changed,the byeways that are of interest to me will probably not have done so.
Post by: Si_Co on 31 May, 2010, 07:22:15 pm
Now to phone Mrs S and explain how this represents such good value considering what I COULD have purchased ::-)
Post by: perpetual dan on 01 June, 2010, 05:14:04 pm
Post by: clarion on 01 June, 2010, 07:47:39 pm
Post by: jogler on 01 June, 2010, 07:48:34 pm
Post by: jogler on 01 June, 2010, 07:59:38 pm
I've resisted for a while, but neither a Charge Spoon nor a Specialized Avatar have been really comfy, so today I ordered my first Brooks.It's one of those love 'em or hate 'em things.
I love 'em,particularly the Swallow with titanium rails.I went into Longstaffs last Saturday with my son for his benefit & was dissappointed that they didn't have one in stock.It would have been the fifth one (Bev did offer to order one in :thumbsup:) so that each bike,apart from the rarely used tandem & folder,has one fitted.
Post by: Andrew Br on 01 June, 2010, 08:07:33 pm
Post by: perpetual dan on 01 June, 2010, 08:28:10 pm
Order a cushion.
I'm working on the basis that recommendations for Specialized come have come from people that really haven't liked Brooks. I got round a 200k on the Avatar, without injury but not in comfort. On this basis (alone, and with complete disregard of everyone that says Brooks are great) maybe I will like the Brooks. :)
Post by: jogler on 01 June, 2010, 08:36:03 pm
Post by: Blade on 01 June, 2010, 08:37:52 pm
Post by: clarion on 01 June, 2010, 09:16:06 pm
Order a cushion.
I'm working on the basis that recommendations for Specialized come have come from people that really haven't liked Brooks. I got round a 200k on the Avatar, without injury but not in comfort. On this basis (alone, and with complete disregard of everyone that says Brooks are great) maybe I will like the Brooks. :)
Your logic is
Hope it works for you :thumbsup:
Post by: andrewc on 01 June, 2010, 09:20:33 pm
Post by: jogler on 17 June, 2010, 04:34:42 pm
Post by: jogler on 23 June, 2010, 07:40:37 pm
dry lube
inner tube patches & glue
Post by: itsbruce on 23 June, 2010, 07:53:25 pm
A Charge Spoon saddle. In brown, for some reason I can't quite fathom. ???
I may be buying another Spoon (my Mixer came with one), if I can't adjust the Madison's saddle to my satisfaction. Pinching me a bit, it is.
Meanwhile, I bought four spare inner tubes, two for each bike. Nothing flash.
Post by: DrMekon on 23 June, 2010, 08:02:54 pm
So now we have a new trailer. It seems very nice.
Post by: Butterfly on 23 June, 2010, 08:09:53 pm
Post by: jogler on 23 June, 2010, 09:14:02 pm
Post by: Jord on 23 June, 2010, 10:58:19 pm
http://www.shuttvr.com/shop/productdetail.php?id=AAA_Summer_Club (http://www.shuttvr.com/shop/productdetail.php?id=AAA_Summer_Club)
I think it looks rather good as well.
And also a pair of Endura mitts.
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 23 June, 2010, 11:06:28 pm
Post by: DrMekon on 23 June, 2010, 11:09:56 pm
So far, our kiddie transporting tools have included (in chronological order)
A Croozer 737 (sold because we lived on a busy street and my wife was too fearful to use it)
A WeeRide midmounted childseat (sold because minimekon1 was heavy enough to make the bike steer)
A De FietsFabriek 995 bakfiets (sold because it was really a bit too big for my wife)
A Bakfiets.nl Cargobike Long (mine, and I won't ever sell, utterly brilliant)
A Madsen KG271 (perfect fit for my wife and great handling, but will be sold when mini-mekon2 outgrows it)
A BSP Seine Mummybike - one those stretched Dutchbikes with a windsreen and extended wheelbase for two kids seats (probably around for a good while, as it's a decent utility bike and really nicely put together, and my wife loves it)
A Halfords 2 seat trailer (sold after being used once - that was an expensive bike ride)
A Chariot Cougar 2
I am hoping that is it for a while, albeit we have a Follow-me tandem on order (... and I dream about hooking multiple Kettweisels up for the ultimate family tandem.... and I'd love to try a Circe Helios... and the bakfiets.nl Cargotrike is immense...).
I reckon we could have had a pretty nice MPV for what we've spent already. However, my wiffe can't drive, I hate utility driving, and I'd be a fat bastid if we had access to a car.
Post by: jogler on 24 June, 2010, 05:05:38 pm
Post by: Gandalf on 24 June, 2010, 05:20:45 pm
Post by: CAMRAMan on 24 June, 2010, 05:27:04 pm
Also heard that Polar Bear is sending me a SRAM Dual Drive shifter to solve my knee-knocking problem. Ace, thanks Mike!
Post by: jogler on 30 June, 2010, 02:59:52 pm
Only mrs. jogler's more prudent financial attitude prevented a cash-splash on an electric assist bike for herself.
I would have brought it home with us.
Negotiations are taking place about n-1,n-2,n-3,n-4 :(
Seems that we will be selling some of the fleet soon :'(
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 30 June, 2010, 03:13:22 pm
Post by: DrMekon on 30 June, 2010, 07:23:57 pm
1x Orange Cinelli bar tape to replace the tape that got ripped when my wifes bike dropped on mine
1 set of sh51 cleats to replace the set I kackered by doing them up too tight
Post by: kevinp on 30 June, 2010, 09:21:41 pm
Post by: itsbruce on 04 July, 2010, 07:19:54 pm
Post by: corshamjim on 04 July, 2010, 09:36:01 pm
So .. I got on the web and ordered some Ronhill Tracksters in black - only £20 for two pairs from Up&Running too so I'm well chuffed. :thumbsup:
Post by: Tim on 05 July, 2010, 09:59:30 am
So far it has managed Seattle to Memphis to Newark. Just hope it passes customs with minimum hassle (and expense to me).
Post by: Tim on 05 July, 2010, 11:26:30 pm
Post by: jogler on 06 July, 2010, 04:51:59 pm
Post by: TimO on 06 July, 2010, 06:57:25 pm
Since I've been having issues with the position of the replacement chainring, I've also ordered a selection of washers from Stagonset, so obviously I've taken the chance to update my stock of M5 nuts, bolts, and washers.
I also noticed some bar end lights at Triton, so I've bought those to try them out!
(...hells bells, not far off £300 total though. :o)
Post by: PaulF on 06 July, 2010, 07:06:10 pm
To be fair it was an all in one set.
Post by: citoyen on 07 July, 2010, 05:09:32 pm
Man, that's some shop. Just as well I didn't have much time to spare or I could easily have ended up spending an awful a lot more money... :P
d.
Post by: Tim on 07 July, 2010, 05:14:18 pm
Possibly the most appropriatest jerseys in the world!They haz arrived!!
So far it has managed Seattle to Memphis to Newark. Just hope it passes customs with minimum hassle (and expense to me).
Now just need to go home (where they have been delivered).
Post by: clarion on 09 July, 2010, 11:40:59 am
Post by: DrMekon on 09 July, 2010, 11:44:13 am
I got a bug in my eye as I was nearing a bike shop, so I bought some £15 Madison Blade glasses. Cheap and cheerful. I had hoped to have blagged some freebies from 3M, but they appear not to have taken the bait.
Post by: itsbruce on 11 July, 2010, 06:52:06 am
Post by: DrMekon on 11 July, 2010, 08:48:46 am
Post by: GruB on 11 July, 2010, 09:36:11 am
I also bought some Stronglight bright silver steel chainring bolts to replace the Ultegra alloy ones that are creaking like a goodun' and disrupting my Zen commute.
Post by: corshamjim on 11 July, 2010, 11:20:09 am
Post by: TheLurker on 12 July, 2010, 11:35:35 am
Post by: perpetual dan on 12 July, 2010, 01:04:39 pm
The carradice website has ones that look different and are cheaper than the ones wiggle list.
Post by: jogler on 12 July, 2010, 06:56:55 pm
Not cycling specific but bought specificaly for use when cycle-camping touring:a FreeLoader solar battery charger & Superfast solar panel accessory which all came with a multitude of adaptors & cables except the adaptor for my phone ::-) which is available from the manufacturer via mail order :)
Post by: Adam on 12 July, 2010, 06:57:28 pm
In any event, I felt I had to. ;D
On my Sequoia, due to a busted 105 shifter, it's got a temporary Sora shifter, but it looks daft, and so really needs a replacement 105 item. On the Planet X, I've been thinking for some time about getting the new 7900 Dura Ace shifters which are lovely bits of carbon lightness with added titanium bits and has the added advantage of no dangly cables reflecting the Hope lights into my eyes at night (which in fact is very annoying).
So........... I've bought the 7900 set to go on the Planet X, and I can then move the old shifters from that, onto the Sequoia. So I don't feel quite as bad as I should do, as I can quite legitimately justify it, as otherwise I'd have to buy a single 105 shifter and I'd still be left with the reflecting problem. :thumbsup:
Technical experts might well point out at this point that I'd need to get a new front dérailleur as well, as the 7900 shifters are only compatible with the 7900 front dérailleur. And you're right, I've bought one of those. However, by an amazing coincidence, my current one had cracked due to over enthusiastic shifting. So that purchase is a necessary one as well.
So really, it was all necessary, and to cap it all, I will have vastly contributed to the continued growth of the UK economy. 8)
Post by: PeteB99 on 12 July, 2010, 07:47:35 pm
Oh and on Saturday a Surosa Toledo bike ;D
Post by: corshamjim on 12 July, 2010, 09:39:59 pm
Oh and on Saturday a Surosa Toledo bike ;D
Something I love about this topic is half the time I haven't a clue what it is everyone has bought...
... just looked it up - very nice indeed. I find most bikes too stretched - the Toledo looks very comfortable.
Post by: PeteB99 on 12 July, 2010, 09:59:53 pm
Oh and on Saturday a Surosa Toledo bike ;D
Something I love about this topic is half the time I haven't a clue what it is everyone has bought...
... just looked it up - very nice indeed. I find most bikes too stretched - the Toledo looks very comfortable.
Only taken it out for a couple of setup rides so far but yes it is comfortable - and very nippy.
Surosa* take the time to set you up on a jig to make sure you get the right frame/stem size and as they build each bike themselves are happy to take on board any preferences you have - in my case I asked them not to cut the steerer tube too short as I like a bit of height to the bars . I'm not as flexible as I used to be :(
I'll put some pics up and maybe a review when it's completely sorted.
*They're in Oldham by the way and worth a visit if you're localish and looking for a new bike - so far I'm very impressed.
Post by: simonp on 12 July, 2010, 11:41:02 pm
- a QR/nutted axle standard hitch to replace my classic hitch
- a new flex connector to go with same
one thing I have found about the classic hitch is that it doesn't get on with my Pompino. My foot keeps hitting the hitch on the way round, it's too close to the pedal. On a fixed gear bike this is quite bad. :)
I tried ordering from a UK place.
Quote
Hi you ordered some burley parts sorry these are out of stock and we have not got a delivery date as yet I will cancel and refund money
Bloody time wasting online retailers. If you can't be bothered to supply the goods you advertise on the website, why TF do you advertise them on your website?
I've ordered from the USA now.
Post by: jogler on 14 July, 2010, 07:03:53 pm
Not cycling specific but bought specificaly for use when cycle-camping touring:
particularly the forthcoming C2C.......
two deuter Trek Lite PRO 350 sleeping bags
Post by: jogler on 14 July, 2010, 09:13:29 pm
Post by: GruB on 14 July, 2010, 09:15:28 pm
3 pairs of Sockguy socks.
Cinelli jel bar padding.
Ritchey Pro blue bar tape.
Post by: jogler on 15 July, 2010, 06:40:22 pm
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 19 July, 2010, 12:57:17 pm
Gear cable outer and ferrules.
Peg Spanner
other little bits
Post by: Steve Kish on 19 July, 2010, 01:10:40 pm
Some Torq gels for my daily Tour de Commute for when I feel low.
Wow, this commuting jazz has serioused up since my day when it was just 'ride with 360-degree vision to avoid getting killed'!
Even my mate is looking for a carbon fibre commuting bike!! :o
Post by: citoyen on 19 July, 2010, 01:22:06 pm
d.
Post by: TimO on 19 July, 2010, 01:59:07 pm
(I only do 12 miles each way, which is about an hour of travel under London commuting conditions).
Post by: Charlotte on 19 July, 2010, 04:52:42 pm
Might also make an acceptably comfortable pillow on tour :)
Post by: CrinklyLion on 19 July, 2010, 04:55:46 pm
Post by: Kim on 20 July, 2010, 02:01:48 am
While I have now obtained everything that should be needed to make it properly ridable, in the interests of Unfinished Business, we will exercise restraint and endeavour not to have any silly tandem-n00b accidents until after the Dun Run. ::-)
I must say, that water carrier idea seems rather cunning, Charlotte... ;)
Post by: groucho on 20 July, 2010, 04:25:37 pm
Post by: Feline on 20 July, 2010, 05:24:15 pm
Pumped up my tyres from 30 (oops) to 100 psi and went for a spin up and down Cheddar Gorge. The track pump seems a nice bit of kit with the pressure gauge at the top where I can see it easily, and has a nice double headed end. I can now do the Dun Run with some air in my tyres :)
Post by: blundershot on 20 July, 2010, 05:41:06 pm
:o
Post by: Feline on 20 July, 2010, 06:43:04 pm
You normally receive your wiggles undressed?
:o
ofc!
Post by: clarion on 20 July, 2010, 07:54:37 pm
Post by: itsbruce on 29 July, 2010, 01:46:01 pm
(http://www.hatsandcaps.co.uk/images/products/medium/160061_1.jpg)
Post by: Tim on 29 July, 2010, 01:47:01 pm
Post by: TimO on 29 July, 2010, 01:47:04 pm
A new cap for non-commuting cycling. What you can't tell from the picture is that it's very light.
Carbon Fibre?
Post by: jogler on 29 July, 2010, 02:13:18 pm
Post by: corshamjim on 01 August, 2010, 10:25:58 pm
Post by: citoyen on 02 August, 2010, 12:10:49 am
Oddly, none of the usual UK online retailers appear to have had them in stock for at least a couple of weeks - does anyone happen to know if there are supply issues at the moment?
Anyway, I ordered them from Starbike in Germany in the end - they claim to have them in stock, and even with the 15 Euro delivery charge and 2.75% commission on my credit card, they don't work out any more expensive than buying them from the UK.
Still, £60 for a pair of tyres... ouch. They'd better be all they're cracked up to be. (If they are all they're cracked up to be, that's probably a bargain, to be fair.)
d.
Post by: PaulF on 02 August, 2010, 08:02:22 pm
Post by: JohnP on 02 August, 2010, 08:36:49 pm
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 10 August, 2010, 05:06:44 pm
Post by: Tim on 10 August, 2010, 05:09:42 pm
Post by: Pedaldog. on 10 August, 2010, 08:56:35 pm
Post by: TimO on 11 August, 2010, 10:31:55 am
Purchasing a GPS can be a mite expensive, but I'm saving money by using OpenStreetMap stuff on it and recycling a spare 4G MicroSD card I've got left over from the phone!
Post by: corshamjim on 11 August, 2010, 12:12:48 pm
Purchasing a GPS can be a mite expensive, but I'm saving money by using OpenStreetMap stuff on it and recycling a spare 4G MicroSD card I've got left over from the phone!
Trouble with using OpenStreetMap stuff is we won't be hearing from you in this "Bought any stuff today" topic any more - there's no need to buy anything now!
Maybe we should have a "Blagged any free stuff today?" topic? ;D
I'm astonished at how good some of the freely downloadable maps for Garmin are (and getting better every time I upload some edits to OSM ;) ). I'll make a small donation next time I download 'cos I don't suppose the hosting costs are small.
Post by: Steve Kish on 11 August, 2010, 09:31:19 pm
Anyone wanna send me some spare change? :P
Post by: Ray 6701 on 13 August, 2010, 02:26:46 pm
Post by: hulver on 13 August, 2010, 03:23:37 pm
I hope my arse likes it, as it's rather expensive.
Post by: TimO on 13 August, 2010, 03:30:38 pm
I haven't used it in anger yet, but will probably try it on Peli & Woolly's (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=36477.0) ride tomorrow.
It slightly fouls the rear brake cable, which is along the top of the top tube on the Kaffenback, but it looks like it won't really be a problem.
Post by: Ray 6701 on 13 August, 2010, 04:49:42 pm
Post by: jogler on 16 August, 2010, 07:47:59 pm
(http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn6/gaydisco/RB%20Performer/RBRecumbent005.jpg)
& I'm a happy chappy.
Post by: TimO on 16 August, 2010, 07:54:30 pm
Today I bought this
<snip>
& I'm a happy chappy.
Oooh nice. :thumbsup:
Post by: CrinklyLion on 16 August, 2010, 08:45:53 pm
I am feeling ever so slightly poorer this evening than I was this morning!
Post by: clarion on 16 August, 2010, 09:41:23 pm
Today I bought this
<snip>
& I'm a happy chappy.
Oooh nice. :thumbsup:
Yeah. Nice comfy armchair for an old man. Want your pipe & slippers, jogler? ;)
Post by: Chris S on 17 August, 2010, 10:31:41 am
That's my winter gearing sorted (17t and 19t for the Pomp - Spin-tastic!).
Edit: And a couple of SRAM PC-1N chains for £8.95 each (from Parker) :thumbsup:.
Post by: citoyen on 17 August, 2010, 10:41:20 am
Just ordered a pair of Schwalbe Durano Plus tyres for my fixie. ...
Anyway, I ordered them from Starbike in Germany in the end - they claim to have them in stock
Still not arrived, FFS!
Does anyone know of a stockist who both claims to have Durano Plus (25C) in stock and actually has them in stock?
d.
Post by: PaulF on 17 August, 2010, 11:48:59 am
(http://www.on-one.co.uk/imgs/products/900x650_constWH/FORSTSL29_P1.jpg)
to be fitted to one of these:
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3661/3450949620_b7258133c4_z.jpg)
Which I put a deposit on on Saturday.
Post by: bloomers100 on 17 August, 2010, 11:58:54 am
Brooks Leather Bar Tape £25.00 | (http://www.on-one.co.uk/i/q/BTBRTPE/brooks-leather-bar-tape)
hurry while stocks last.
Waiting on a carrradry barbag to arrive from spa cycles too.
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 18 August, 2010, 09:27:13 am
Unfortunately outer chainrings to not go low enough on existing 130 spider so,
TA Spider 110
Miche 17 tooth sprocket
forgot to buy jockey wheels to make almost completely new transmission.
Post by: andygates on 18 August, 2010, 10:20:20 am
Post by: Ray 6701 on 18 August, 2010, 05:17:25 pm
Post by: Kim on 18 August, 2010, 07:40:37 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 18 August, 2010, 09:10:29 pm
Front pannier rack. :thumbsup:Cooool :D.
Going somewhere exciting?
Post by: TimO on 18 August, 2010, 09:18:15 pm
Some titanium sporks, a couple of those tiny little folding can openers (you know, the ones which just barely work!), a wire saw, and folding knife.
Post by: Andrij on 18 August, 2010, 09:28:16 pm
Post by: onb on 18 August, 2010, 09:36:01 pm
A few chains, a new long-cage rear dérailleur, frame protector kit and Jelly Belly Sports Beans. I think the beans excite me the most!
MMmmmmm normally Im not fussed over jelly beans ,but Jelly Belly are great.
Bought 2nd hand long sleeve top for £8.00 from another place.
Post by: TimO on 18 August, 2010, 09:47:35 pm
Post by: rdaviesb on 18 August, 2010, 10:04:48 pm
Post by: YahudaMoon on 19 August, 2010, 01:01:24 pm
I don't know why ?
Post by: Tim on 19 August, 2010, 04:22:36 pm
It had better be made of unobtanium and presented upon a velvet cushion given the cost of the things.
Post by: vorsprung on 19 August, 2010, 04:34:47 pm
Post by: andygates on 19 August, 2010, 04:47:54 pm
Front pannier rack. :thumbsup:Cooool :D.
Going somewhere exciting?
No. It doesn't fit! The p-clips are too tight to get over my chubby Cannondale fork. *pout*
(Putatively, LEJOG next year)
Post by: mattc on 19 August, 2010, 07:11:13 pm
A new chain for my commuter bike, SRAM 1/8" thing. The sand in Holland finished off the old one
Sigh. I guess someone has to say it:
Wow, impressive commute there Mr V :thumbsup:
Post by: jogler on 19 August, 2010, 08:33:04 pm
Post by: TimO on 20 August, 2010, 11:57:25 am
Post by: itsbruce on 21 August, 2010, 06:43:07 pm
Halo Aerorage Track wheels, as an upgrade for my fixie. Lovely stuff! Currently have 19T and 17T sprockets on the rear wheel (48T on the crank).
Went to Pearsons in Sutton for these. Nice shop.
Post by: jogler on 21 August, 2010, 06:51:23 pm
Post by: Palinurus on 21 August, 2010, 06:55:52 pm
28 mm armadillos and tubes
Chain and 42T chainring.
For the commute bike.
Post by: tokwitney on 21 August, 2010, 08:00:33 pm
Post by: redshift on 21 August, 2010, 08:02:52 pm
There will be pictures, but not until it arrives.
*happy bounce* :)
October is a long time away...
Post by: DrMekon on 23 August, 2010, 12:41:11 pm
Post by: dasmoth on 23 August, 2010, 12:50:07 pm
Rear 'guard was snapped neatly in half when another cyclist ran into the back of me at traffic lights a couple of months back. Have been procrastinating getting a new one ever since, because I hate fitting the *+%n things, but recent weather suggests that I shouldn't put it off too much longer.
Post by: JT on 23 August, 2010, 12:52:05 pm
Post by: TimO on 23 August, 2010, 02:56:52 pm
I also put in an order for a couple of spare Exposure Lights Quick Release mounts, one of which will also go on the Snow Bike.
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 23 August, 2010, 04:17:26 pm
A Shimano bottom bracket cable guide.
Post by: TimO on 24 August, 2010, 03:14:56 pm
Just out of curiosity I've ordered some of the ones with Guarana, and if they come before Friday, I'll be able to see if they help with staving of sleepiness on the FNRttC.
Post by: Domestique on 24 August, 2010, 05:56:05 pm
Very bright plus a free rear light.
£1.50 + £4.10 p&p.
(http://i.ebayimg.com/03/!Bsei)hQEWk~$(KGrHqIH-CQEu87yfoG+BL4CRU8UJ!~~_35.JPG)
http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?type=4&campid=5335847048&toolid=10001&customid=ebayUKauto4&mpre=http%3A//cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll%3FViewItem%26item%3D150440339821%26ssPageName%3DSTRK%3AMEWNX%3AIT#ht_3683wt_911 (http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?type=4&campid=5335847048&toolid=10001&customid=ebayUKauto4&mpre=http%3A//cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll%3FViewItem%26item%3D150440339821%26ssPageName%3DSTRK%3AMEWNX%3AIT#ht_3683wt_911)
Post by: Steve Kish on 24 August, 2010, 08:18:33 pm
Slightly different front units, though. First had hi/low settings; this has hi/flash settings.
Also had one of these today, from the same seller, just as emergency 'gets darker quicker than you think' light for the rucksack.
Has hi/low/flash settings and although the headband is a bit tight (easily fixed by just chopping the adjustment clip), performs considerably better than my Ever Ready headlight:-
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220599572821&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
Post by: Domestique on 24 August, 2010, 08:33:42 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 24 August, 2010, 10:19:40 pm
But will I dare to let the Very Lovely Valencia sleep in it?
Post by: Adrian on 24 August, 2010, 10:28:18 pm
Post by: groucho on 25 August, 2010, 10:29:48 am
1no. SKS RennKompressor EVA Floor Pump
Post by: Oaky on 25 August, 2010, 02:03:55 pm
(Oh, and a pack of 6 more spokes (extra spares, black this time) and some V-Brake blocks from SJS)
Post by: Steve Kish on 25 August, 2010, 10:26:08 pm
Any more such crap and I'll go single speed! :-\
Post by: Andrij on 27 August, 2010, 11:08:48 am
Post by: Wobbly John on 27 August, 2010, 12:09:55 pm
Just had two of these delivered now the days are getting shorter.
Very bright plus a free rear light.
£1.50 + £4.10 p&p.
http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?type=4&campid=5335847048&toolid=10001&customid=ebayUKauto4&mpre=http%3A//cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll%3FViewItem%26item%3D150440339821%26ssPageName%3DSTRK%3AMEWNX%3AIT#ht_3683wt_911 (http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?type=4&campid=5335847048&toolid=10001&customid=ebayUKauto4&mpre=http%3A//cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll%3FViewItem%26item%3D150440339821%26ssPageName%3DSTRK%3AMEWNX%3AIT#ht_3683wt_911)
Rats - Clicked and bought, then found the same seller is also selling them cheaper. >:( and other, brighter bike lights :o
Post by: Steve Kish on 27 August, 2010, 12:27:08 pm
Sorely tempted to buy about 50 sets and sell them on at a modest profit when the offer from HK ends! :smug:
Post by: Domestique on 27 August, 2010, 12:38:23 pm
http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=37267.0 (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=37267.0)
Just had two of these delivered now the days are getting shorter.
Very bright plus a free rear light.
£1.50 + £4.10 p&p.
http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?type=4&campid=5335847048&toolid=10001&customid=ebayUKauto4&mpre=http%3A//cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll%3FViewItem%26item%3D150440339821%26ssPageName%3DSTRK%3AMEWNX%3AIT#ht_3683wt_911 (http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?type=4&campid=5335847048&toolid=10001&customid=ebayUKauto4&mpre=http%3A//cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll%3FViewItem%26item%3D150440339821%26ssPageName%3DSTRK%3AMEWNX%3AIT#ht_3683wt_911)
Rats - Clicked and bought, then found the same seller is also selling them cheaper. >:( and other, brighter bike lights :o
I saw the ones with gold instead of red, but thought it was only 30p or so cheaper. Anyway I have a red frame :smug:
Post by: Wobbly John on 27 August, 2010, 12:45:58 pm
I saw the ones with gold instead of red, but thought it was only 30p or so cheaper. Anyway I have a red frame :smug:
I've got a black bike wiv yellow/gold bits tho' >:(
Post by: cyclone on 27 August, 2010, 12:49:03 pm
The spoke reflectors from Lidl look good.
http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=37267.0 (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=37267.0)Just had two of these delivered now the days are getting shorter.
Very bright plus a free rear light.
£1.50 + £4.10 p&p.
http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?type=4&campid=5335847048&toolid=10001&customid=ebayUKauto4&mpre=http%3A//cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll%3FViewItem%26item%3D150440339821%26ssPageName%3DSTRK%3AMEWNX%3AIT#ht_3683wt_911 (http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?type=4&campid=5335847048&toolid=10001&customid=ebayUKauto4&mpre=http%3A//cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll%3FViewItem%26item%3D150440339821%26ssPageName%3DSTRK%3AMEWNX%3AIT#ht_3683wt_911)
Rats - Clicked and bought, then found the same seller is also selling them cheaper. >:( and other, brighter bike lights :o
I saw the ones with gold instead of red, but thought it was only 30p or so cheaper. Anyway I have a red frame :smug:
Just waitin on delivery from Hong Kong.....spoke reflectors gotten on pedal to work (but this is a little boy scout ish isn't it its not even september!!
Post by: SpaceBadger on 27 August, 2010, 10:56:37 pm
6 speed Shimano Tourney thumbshifters also arrived for a friend, so I'll be spannering at some point to fit them.
Post by: itsbruce on 28 August, 2010, 11:35:38 am
LizardSkins yellow bar tape (this is going to be the yellowest bike ever)
Raleigh quick-release mudguard set
Post by: andygates on 28 August, 2010, 12:48:40 pm
Post by: citoyen on 28 August, 2010, 01:41:26 pm
d.
Post by: Domestique on 28 August, 2010, 01:54:55 pm
Ribble
Winter/Audax frame
Headset
Seat tube clamp
Deda Piega Handlebars
Bar tape (black)
CRC
SKS Bluemels Mudguards
Tioga T-Bone 6061 Seatpost
Spa Cycsles
ORTLIEB Back Roller Classic 40 litres Red
ORTLIEB Front Roller Classic 25 litres Red
2 SCHWALBE Marathon Plus (OFFER) 700x25
1 SCHWALBE Marathon Plus (OFFER) 700x35
ORTLIEB Heavyweight Drybag (PS490) 22ltr Red/Black
Post by: Deano on 28 August, 2010, 08:22:43 pm
Easton EA70 drop bars
LizardSkins yellow bar tape (this is going to be the yellowest bike ever)
Raleigh quick-release mudguard set
Just FYI: Continental innertubes come with yellow valve caps...
Post by: Steve Kish on 28 August, 2010, 08:35:28 pm
Post by: jogler on 30 August, 2010, 08:24:53 pm
1 multitool
1 pr. Polaris overshoes
Post by: bloomers100 on 30 August, 2010, 09:32:26 pm
Post by: Wobbly John on 30 August, 2010, 09:36:41 pm
Post by: Regulator on 31 August, 2010, 08:00:14 am
(http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/mildenhall2010/PICT0214.sized.jpg)
Oh - and a new chain or three, a waterproof, a cycle computer, some lights for Regina...
I won't be eating for the rest of the month. :-\
Post by: jogler on 31 August, 2010, 09:52:37 am
Do you want to come & get it to avoid starvation.You could test your new toy in anger.
And yes it it odd,bout more than a bit :)
Post by: TimO on 31 August, 2010, 10:42:57 am
Only the odd bit...
A Midget Bushtrekka (http://www.midgetcampers.com.au/bushtrekka.htm), I knew I'd seen them somewhere on the web. Kind of neat, although I can't help thinking that a conventional tent in a pannier, or even on a trailer, would be as good and a lot lighter.
Post by: Ray 6701 on 31 August, 2010, 01:29:34 pm
Rainlegs, sealskin highviz socks & an altura pocket rocket jacket.
The pocket rocket has very good reviews & cycle store are flogging them for £51.99 :thumbsup:
Post by: jogler on 01 September, 2010, 08:41:16 pm
Made by Etxeodo, Thermolite shirt.
Certainly a cold weather garment.I suspect only a Goretex jacket would be needed over it for comfy winter or night riding
Post by: tiermat on 02 September, 2010, 08:01:20 am
Re-did the tape on the Ridley so the new tape *may* be redundant, we will see :)
Post by: onb on 02 September, 2010, 01:36:41 pm
Post by: Andrij on 02 September, 2010, 06:59:11 pm
2 'anniversary' caps (yellow-black & grey-black)
1 Trek thermal brimmed cap
1 pair BBB Waterflex overshoes
1 AGU fleece helmet mask (aka balaclava)
All I have to do is sort out the zipper on my winter jacket and I'll be all set for year-round cycling.
Plum is a great shop, well worth visiting if you're in Gent. There were some lovely old bikes at the back of the shop — I'll try to post the photos I took at some point over the weekend.
Post by: Kim on 02 September, 2010, 09:39:10 pm
Post by: perpetual dan on 02 September, 2010, 10:01:43 pm
Post by: YahudaMoon on 02 September, 2010, 10:27:27 pm
There great ! :)
Post by: Valiant on 02 September, 2010, 11:29:53 pm
Post by: SteveC on 03 September, 2010, 10:35:56 am
Went out for a ride at lunchtime to discover a visitation had occurred. Further investigation showed that the tyre was splitting, so instead of a nice ride home it was a quick trip to the LBS for a new tyre (and they're now charging to fit them).
Oh well, at least I have a nice new back tyre for the winter....
S
Post by: longers on 03 September, 2010, 09:35:48 pm
I'm going to let a tyre down tomorrow and see how it performs for something so small.
Bit disappointed at having to spend money though, I normally put the saved trainfare towards a treat and an unnecessary pump isn't much of a treat really.
I'm also waiting for a couple of the £1.50 5 led ebay light sets mentioned upthread to arrive.
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 04 September, 2010, 03:53:18 pm
Apparently in my absence this week, there has been an outbreak of common sense and we have purchased a trimetals bike bunker, due to arrive in several convenient bits for construction-entertainment aplenty next week.
But will I dare to let the Very Lovely Valencia sleep in it?
Just spent a breathtaking amount on a trimetals bike bunker + big feck-off chain and padlock from the Squids as recommended by those on here. It hurts. But it will be oh so lovely to have a bit more room inside.
Post by: gordon taylor on 04 September, 2010, 03:57:25 pm
I like Nike baggies, but they don't seem to do cycling specific ones anymore.
Post by: citoyen on 04 September, 2010, 05:38:41 pm
d.
Post by: Torslanda on 04 September, 2010, 07:00:09 pm
Because I could. So there!
Post by: TimO on 06 September, 2010, 10:01:42 am
Their website denied all knowledge of my email address, which was quite impressive considering I got an email from them this morning. :-\
Ho hum, easy enough to re-register, and at least it wasn't one of those occasions when it wouldn't let you reuse an email address, but still insisted that you weren't registered using that email address.
Post by: Kim on 06 September, 2010, 12:30:00 pm
Post by: Andrij on 06 September, 2010, 12:38:07 pm
I've just sucked it up and ordered new chains for the 'bent :'(
I noticed the emoticon. Can we deduce from it that you've bought a few of these (http://www.cyclestore.co.uk/productDetails.asp?productID=10649&categoryID=546)? ;)
Post by: Regulator on 06 September, 2010, 12:45:26 pm
I've just sucked it up and ordered new chains for the 'bent :'(
Want me to pop up and fit them for you? I was taught by a
;) ;D
Post by: chris on 06 September, 2010, 12:48:10 pm
Post by: dasmoth on 06 September, 2010, 02:13:32 pm
Buying nuts'n'bolts from LBSs is pretty painful in the wallet area, but is a useful capability when the need arises.
Post by: arvid on 06 September, 2010, 02:27:49 pm
I've just sucked it up and ordered new chains for the 'bent :'(
How many?
Last year in late autumn I bought a supply of parts that I thought should get me a year ahead. I was wrong on the chains. I bought 6 but I used another 6...
So now I'm making a list of parts to buy and wonder how many chains I should buy, 6, 9 or 12...
Maybe I can make another chain from all the leftovers soon.
Post by: Kim on 06 September, 2010, 02:43:27 pm
There's no significant wear on my other bikes' chains atm (well, the one I put on the tandem is slightly worn, but it's not going to do much mileage anytime soon), so in the absence of a stonkingly good deal I'm not stocking up.
Post by: andrewc on 06 September, 2010, 02:56:15 pm
Post by: mike on 06 September, 2010, 02:59:31 pm
Post by: bloomers100 on 06 September, 2010, 05:22:23 pm
Three of them there hong kong lights.
The ebay lights arrived today very quick delivery. Awaiting darkness with enthusiasm for the test.
Post by: citoyen on 06 September, 2010, 05:30:31 pm
d.
Post by: Salvatore on 06 September, 2010, 05:43:16 pm
I've broken 3 in the last 5 years, including at 3:00 am on a Sunday morning between Beddgelert and Penrhyndaedraeth* and most recently somewhere near Manningtree at 11:00 pm**, so these should last me.
*resulted in the hub freewheeling in both directions
** resulted in converting the freewheel to fixed
Post by: citoyen on 07 September, 2010, 10:04:39 pm
Just placed an order for two of those lights from Hong Kong. :thumbsup:
They arrived today and I've just been outside in the dark to see how bright they are. Crikey! They're good. Especially for the price. The beam of the front light is very tightly focused - should provide a nice complement to the relatively wide-angle beam of my Solidlights for the really dark bits.
My brother-in-law was looking for some lights for MTBing the other day. Think I'll recommend these to him.
d.
Post by: Steve Kish on 07 September, 2010, 11:43:24 pm
Next purchase will be a 5-litre jug of Muc-Off.
BTW, I now have 4 Hong Kong torches for house torches. Still don't know how they price them that low. :o
Post by: jogler on 08 September, 2010, 03:30:08 pm
Post by: jogler on 08 September, 2010, 06:12:08 pm
A pair of toe-clip straps.
& one of these Probikekit.com | On Bike Bag Accessories | Ortlieb Map Case For Ultimate 2-5 (http://www.probikekit.com/display.php?code=B0049) arrived in the post today.
Thanks to SpaceBadger for the info..
Post by: jogler on 10 September, 2010, 12:56:05 pm
Mountain Bikes | MTB | Road Bikes | Bike Frames | All Terrain Cycles (http://www.allterraincycles.co.uk/product/111685.html)
for the recumbent & one of these
Carradice of Nelson - bike bags, saddle bags and waterproof panniers (http://www.carradice.co.uk/index.php?page_id=category&category_id=30)
to accommodate all that might be necessary on night rides & winter audax rides.
Haven't fettled them onto the bikes 'cause I'm sitting on top of the phone in the lounge waiting for a call (no mobile reception in the garage)
Post by: clarion on 10 September, 2010, 01:23:42 pm
Post by: Marj on 10 September, 2010, 04:55:25 pm
Isn't your bike in the lounge? ???
He's allergic to death :-*
Post by: jogler on 10 September, 2010, 05:03:43 pm
Post by: citoyen on 10 September, 2010, 05:04:32 pm
d.
Post by: Dinamo on 10 September, 2010, 08:25:28 pm
Will be ideal for cold mornings, under my Endura 3/4's.
For £5 definitely worth a punt ;)
First time I'd ever been in a Sports Direct store, crikey its Chav-tastic !
Post by: citoyen on 13 September, 2010, 04:56:18 pm
upgrading my Bagman - just placed an order with Carradice for a QR clamp
Arrived today. I'd assumed the QR was to release the whole Bagman assembly from the bike but now discover it's to remove the bag from the rack, so you can easily use different bags with the same rack. Ingenious.
One puzzlement - there are holes to take grub screws to secure the frame to the clamp, but no actual screws. Is this an oversight or am I expected to re-use the screws from the non-QR clamp?
And while I'm here - today's cycling purchase: a h*lm&t! :o
d.
Post by: newtoncap on 13 September, 2010, 09:26:44 pm
Post by: perpetual dan on 15 September, 2010, 09:50:53 am
Post by: jogler on 15 September, 2010, 12:10:21 pm
Busch & Muller Cycle Star Mirror Long Stem (http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/product-Busch-and-Muller-Busch-and-Muller-Cycle-Star-Mirror-fits-to-Handlebar-End-Long-Stem-16567.htm)
but not from SJSC via the internet.
From my LBS
Post by: welshwheels on 15 September, 2010, 07:15:08 pm
Post by: tiermat on 15 September, 2010, 07:21:51 pm
GAH! Oh well guess I will be late into the office tomorrow....
Post by: Ray 6701 on 15 September, 2010, 08:05:38 pm
this happy days Renault/Elf/Cycles Gitane Retro Jersey - Short Sleeve - Prendas Ciclismo (http://www.prendas.co.uk/details.asp?ID=1839) :thumbsup:
Retrofabulous :thumbsup:
Edit: It's when you have an original that you know your getting old ;)
Post by: gordon taylor on 15 September, 2010, 08:24:08 pm
Post by: clarion on 15 September, 2010, 09:00:01 pm
this happy days Renault/Elf/Cycles Gitane Retro Jersey - Short Sleeve - Prendas Ciclismo (http://www.prendas.co.uk/details.asp?ID=1839) :thumbsup:
Fignon-tastic!
You going to grow a wispy blond ponytail and wear wire-rimmed glasses?
Post by: citoyen on 16 September, 2010, 02:00:17 pm
this happy days Renault/Elf/Cycles Gitane Retro Jersey - Short Sleeve - Prendas Ciclismo (http://www.prendas.co.uk/details.asp?ID=1839) :thumbsup:
Lovely.
I see Prendas also have these (http://www.prendas.co.uk/details.asp?ID=2239) in stock at the moment. Goes off to write letter to Father Christmas...
d.
Post by: clarion on 16 September, 2010, 02:02:19 pm
Post by: citoyen on 16 September, 2010, 02:07:24 pm
d.
Post by: clarion on 16 September, 2010, 02:08:41 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 16 September, 2010, 09:13:56 pm
Post by: RJ on 16 September, 2010, 09:19:52 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 16 September, 2010, 09:23:27 pm
Post by: corshamjim on 16 September, 2010, 09:24:01 pm
While I was there I picked up a pack of 300 assorted cable ties - will probably never have to buy a cable tie again. ;D
Post by: RJ on 16 September, 2010, 09:27:01 pm
Post by: TimO on 16 September, 2010, 09:28:36 pm
Only six for me, in two different size. The other six are for one of my work colleagues, who really needs to find a better tyre given his rate of inner tube use. :-\
The ones I've just bought myself would last me years, but will probably be used up in a few months with FNRttCs and similar.
They probably wondered why I brought the trailer to pick that lot up, but BikePlus is only a stones throw from the cattery where Talisker will be spending this weekend, whilst I'm away on the YACF Camp at Andover.
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 20 September, 2010, 03:42:55 pm
Post by: Ashaman42 on 20 September, 2010, 09:46:12 pm
Is a bit itchier than my Endura BaaBaa baselayer but not too bad.
Post by: Salvatore on 21 September, 2010, 10:41:58 am
*Soon to appear in the 'What have you fettled today?' thread.
Post by: Nuncio on 21 September, 2010, 10:52:35 am
Post by: Salvatore on 21 September, 2010, 02:37:05 pm
Good job I kept the receipt for the FH-RE113 I bought for your birthday today then.
Don't worry. I'm going to keep a spare FH-RE113 or two in my saddlebag from now on. And four (yes four) FH-RE114s.
Post by: JohnP on 21 September, 2010, 08:45:26 pm
http://www.trekbikes.com/images/bikes/2011/xl/75fx_blackwhite.jpg
Post by: Wowbagger on 21 September, 2010, 08:52:18 pm
Post by: rower40 on 21 September, 2010, 08:57:03 pm
Note to self; in future, dangle bike from REAR wheel on the hanger, rather than propping it upright with rear wheel on the ground, and securing pedal to hanger with an easily-snapped zip-tie.
Post by: corshamjim on 21 September, 2010, 09:01:08 pm
Bought a nice shiny new 2011 Trek 7.5 fx in gloss black with midnight blue insets. I'm determined to take this cycling more seriously now I don't have to work.
http://www.trekbikes.com/images/bikes/2011/xl/75fx_blackwhite.jpg
Funny you should mention it - a chap at work mentioned he is sorely tempted by one of those at the moment.
Post by: robgul on 21 September, 2010, 09:35:37 pm
Rob
Post by: clarion on 21 September, 2010, 09:59:22 pm
Post by: Adrian on 21 September, 2010, 10:10:51 pm
It's nature's way of telling me I need an S3X wheel
If you want to borrow one to make your mind up give me a shout.
Post by: clarion on 21 September, 2010, 10:12:13 pm
Srsly, if you don't mind, I'd love to give it a play. I'll PM you, chap :)
Post by: CrinklyLion on 21 September, 2010, 10:38:04 pm
Post by: jogler on 22 September, 2010, 12:33:57 am
Post by: Feline on 22 September, 2010, 02:09:01 am
I then ordered a thing that I hope will be able to hold my Hope Vision 1 above said bar bag .. remains to be seen if it is strong enough.
Acor Single Bracket Carbon Bar Extension - AHB2711 - £13.30 | Dotbike
(http://www.dotbike.com/ProductsP8041.aspx?utm_source%3dinternal%26utm_medium%3d0%26utm_campaign%3dDDI)
Post by: jogler on 22 September, 2010, 08:43:39 am
Post by: robbo6 on 22 September, 2010, 10:46:54 am
Post by: Feline on 22 September, 2010, 12:32:15 pm
Did you also order the Ortlieb map case which fastens to the lid via the integral snap-ons?
Yeah I ordered that too :)
Now all I need to think about getting for the winter is some sealskin socks, waterproof trousers and some kind of winterish tyres. Unfortunately I don't know anything about winterish tyres ... wonder if my Vittoria Rubino 28mm are up to the job, they have tread but not that much tread. Also I don't know if I should really admit this due to the jinx factor but I have never actually taken the tyres off a bike :o
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 22 September, 2010, 01:28:09 pm
Post by: Andrij on 22 September, 2010, 01:43:25 pm
And a new wired bracket for my bike computer arrived today.
Post by: PaulF on 22 September, 2010, 02:08:38 pm
I then ordered a thing that I hope will be able to hold my Hope Vision 1 above said bar bag .. remains to be seen if it is strong enough.
Acor Single Bracket Carbon Bar Extension - AHB2711 - £13.30 | Dotbike
(http://www.dotbike.com/ProductsP8041.aspx?utm_source%3dinternal%26utm_medium%3d0%26utm_campaign%3dDDI)
Thanks, I'd forgotten that I needed one of these. They were always out of stock last winter. managed to get the last one!
Post by: clarion on 22 September, 2010, 02:14:52 pm
Otherwise, it's a good strong mount.
Post by: Feline on 22 September, 2010, 06:42:21 pm
I've got one to mount my Vision One below my Carradice. The clamp is an odd shape, and I've had to pack it out with a bit of inner tube. The bar itself is far too smooth (and a bit narrow), and the light slips round, so I've had to use another bit of rubber there.
Otherwise, it's a good strong mount.
Thanks for the info :) My bar is a bit of an odd flat bar as its fat in the middle (31.8 mm) and gets narrower as it goes out so I think I should be able to find a bit that's the right diameter for the clamp. Will have to go cannibalise the BSO tyres for some nice rubbery padding out bits for the light clamp!
Post by: TimO on 23 September, 2010, 07:15:15 pm
I hoping that the boots are the correct size, otherwise I'll be into return and reorder hell!
Post by: bloomers100 on 24 September, 2010, 07:42:53 pm
bring on the winter!!
Post by: RJ on 24 September, 2010, 09:00:11 pm
Post by: perpetual dan on 26 September, 2010, 02:00:56 pm
Some of the kona chevron gloves as I can only find one of mine and they are really quite comfy with minimal padding.
I've not ordered a new satmap bike mount back (yet). At nearly £30 I need to look harder for the one I know I've got somewhere.
Post by: Andrij on 27 September, 2010, 06:43:34 pm
Post by: itsbruce on 04 October, 2010, 10:48:20 am
Post by: JT on 04 October, 2010, 10:56:29 am
Oh and a Shimergo widget from JTek.
Post by: corshamjim on 04 October, 2010, 01:01:46 pm
I might eventually get around to re-doing the electrics for my dynamo now. ::-)
Post by: SittingDuck on 04 October, 2010, 01:04:23 pm
:thumbsup:
Post by: DrMekon on 04 October, 2010, 01:09:58 pm
Post by: TimO on 04 October, 2010, 02:01:40 pm
Also, a couple of pairs of dhb Merston tights, for when the weather gets a bit colder.
Post by: IanDG on 04 October, 2010, 03:11:24 pm
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 05 October, 2010, 11:47:09 am
Post by: Torslanda on 05 October, 2010, 08:04:23 pm
Some cheap panniers from SJSC looked useful and value for money.
And a copy of the original Topeak Panoram 'puter from the late 90s. Well, it was only 8 quid posted from Hong Kong. I'll keep you posted if runs backwards or owt . . .
luv'n'stuff
J
Post by: tiermat on 06 October, 2010, 09:21:48 am
And a copy of the original Topeak Panoram 'puter from the late 90s. Well, it was only 8 quid posted from Hong Kong. I'll keep you posted if runs backwards or owt . . .
I saw them on t'bay, thought about it for a nano-second then realised I have an original, which is fitted to purple bike.
Now if they did a copy of the panoram 12C, I would have one in a flash (the 12c was the one with cadence, but a smaller screen), or even better, if they did these ones updated to include cadence I would be a happy bunny :)
Post by: andrewc on 06 October, 2010, 02:17:16 pm
Post by: perpetual dan on 06 October, 2010, 08:54:46 pm
Post by: tonycollinet on 06 October, 2010, 11:43:30 pm
Chain
Mars 4 rear light.
Post by: itsbruce on 07 October, 2010, 07:27:19 pm
Post by: CAMRAMan on 07 October, 2010, 07:51:06 pm
Add it to my Foska skeleton jacket & 3M spoke reflectors and I should be visible :)
Post by: nmcgann on 07 October, 2010, 08:31:13 pm
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 08 October, 2010, 12:55:04 pm
Some 286mm DT competition spokes.
A spoke head punch.
A nipple driver.
I am hoping to build a wheel when this stuff arrives.
Post by: Feline on 08 October, 2010, 03:10:58 pm
Don't yet have my Schmidt dynohub wheel to fit one to yet though.
Post by: Andrij on 08 October, 2010, 03:15:42 pm
A big :thumbsup: for SJS Cycles' customer service bods. The website wouldn't accept a City postcode so I rang them. The person I spoke to took contact details then someone rang me back to take my order. That's service. :)
Post by: jogler on 09 October, 2010, 05:40:23 pm
Topeak® Cycling Accessories — Products - HeadLux (http://www.topeak.com/products/Lights/headlux)
from Samways in Derby
Post by: Katie on 09 October, 2010, 11:21:09 pm
(Appear to have lost mine somewhere in my house, and riding the South Manchester hillclimb/freewheel tomorrow. Ex who has my other one failed to deliver today, so I offered to go helmet-less as a one-off, but even at 23 I'm still under her thumb and told I have to wear one...)
Post by: citoyen on 10 October, 2010, 12:25:14 am
My Schwalbe Durano Plus 25c tyres arrived today :)
Where did you order them from?
I still haven't received the ones I ordered in August. I'm beginning to think Flatus wasn't joking when he said they're picky about who they sell them to.
d.
Post by: Wowbagger on 10 October, 2010, 12:27:07 am
Post by: Feline on 10 October, 2010, 12:36:57 am
My Schwalbe Durano Plus 25c tyres arrived today :)
Where did you order them from?
I still haven't received the ones I ordered in August. I'm beginning to think Flatus wasn't joking when he said they're picky about who they sell them to.
d.
They are from petracycles (http://www.petracycles.co.uk/schwalbe-durano-plus-700x25c-folding-tyre-smart-guard-black-380g-25622-p-72951.html)
and arrived 3 days after I ordered them, however they are now showing as out of stock again. GL!
Post by: Kim on 10 October, 2010, 12:43:40 am
We went into Life Cycles in Bildeston and bought some foam to replace the terribly tatty bar tape on Mrs. Wow's stoker bars.
As I mentioned, if it proves useful, you can get metre lengths of the stuff from Rose:
http://roseversand.com/bike-parts/handlebars/handlebar-accessories/grips/soft-grips-one-piece-.html?cid=156&detail=10&detail2=1137 (http://roseversand.com/bike-parts/handlebars/handlebar-accessories/grips/soft-grips-one-piece-.html?cid=156&detail=10&detail2=1137)
Isopropyl alcohol is my seekrit magic lubricant for getting the things on and off. I believe hairspray works similarly well, and to a much lesser extent, soapy water. Alcohol type stuff has the distinct advantage of not leaving a residue that will turn back into a lubricant when it rains.
Post by: jogler on 10 October, 2010, 08:12:57 am
Post by: TimO on 10 October, 2010, 09:02:11 am
Whiskey has an alcohol content,does it not?
Yes, but who'd use it to fit bar tape?
Post by: Adrian on 10 October, 2010, 10:02:43 am
Whiskey has an alcohol content,does it not?
Yes, but who'd use it to fit bar tape?
Vodka then
Post by: Adrian on 10 October, 2010, 10:05:16 am
Post by: jogler on 10 October, 2010, 11:57:21 am
Whiskey has an alcohol content,does it not?
Yes, but who'd use it to fit bar tape?
It makes me fall over when on my pins so p'raps not a good idea to use fallingdownlube on thje bike at all :)
Post by: Feline on 11 October, 2010, 05:18:33 am
My Schwalbe Durano Plus 25c tyres arrived today :)
Where did you order them from?
I still haven't received the ones I ordered in August. I'm beginning to think Flatus wasn't joking when he said they're picky about who they sell them to.
d.
they are now showing back in stock at petracycles :)
Post by: itsbruce on 11 October, 2010, 01:27:41 pm
Whiskey has an alcohol content,does it not?
Yes, but who'd use it to fit bar tape?
Oh, I might use whiskey for that. Wouldn't use whisky, though.
Post by: CAMRAMan on 11 October, 2010, 01:35:12 pm
I'm toying with the idea of getting a new stem and bar grips for my MTB.
Post by: citoyen on 11 October, 2010, 02:54:16 pm
they are now showing back in stock at petracycles :)
Thanks for the tip-off. :thumbsup:
d.
Post by: JT on 11 October, 2010, 05:24:14 pm
Post by: Regulator on 12 October, 2010, 08:24:33 am
Got some Shimano winter boots with some birthday money and a buff, and a dog buff for The Ted. ;D
He needs something to cover up that diamante collar.... ;) ;D
Post by: bloomers100 on 12 October, 2010, 11:25:29 am
Post by: Mobbsy on 12 October, 2010, 01:10:32 pm
Post by: Feline on 12 October, 2010, 01:20:39 pm
Post by: clarion on 12 October, 2010, 02:29:40 pm
Someone in Southwark has three sets of bar tape, two skewers (TACX turbo & Bob) and a pair of Bobnutz that they don't know what to do with.
But hey - I have too, and I know exactly what to do with all of them :thumbsup:
Post by: vorsprung on 12 October, 2010, 03:23:24 pm
All of which was surprisingly expensive
Today I resisted buying a Hope hub but how long I can hold out I don't know ;D
Post by: LindaG on 12 October, 2010, 03:26:57 pm
Like this (http://www.on-one.co.uk/i/q/HSPXALSPACER-118-BLK/superlight-headset-spacer-pack---11-8---black-bike-build-%5Bcboopmprs%5D)
Post by: clarion on 12 October, 2010, 03:28:37 pm
Post by: JohnP on 12 October, 2010, 04:31:00 pm
Post by: Adrian on 12 October, 2010, 05:51:09 pm
Well, I changed the spec on the width of the bars on my new Pompino. I wish it would hurry up and be delivered. I'm quite interested to see these crinkly spacers in the flesh.
Like this (http://www.on-one.co.uk/i/q/HSPXALSPACER-118-BLK/superlight-headset-spacer-pack---11-8---black-bike-build-%5Bcboopmprs%5D)
They are unpleasant if you hit your knee against them.
Post by: tatanab on 12 October, 2010, 06:11:18 pm
From Welcom on XXcycle (http://www.xxcycle.com/php/boutique/page.php?nom=ACCUEIL ) in France Postage was a bit pricy which bumped the price to about £25 each. 5 days delivery! I could not find any in the UK.
Post by: Pippa on 12 October, 2010, 07:09:38 pm
Now waiting for december and new Roberts touring bikey :D
Post by: Adrian on 12 October, 2010, 07:37:40 pm
I parted with some initial funds to secure n+1
Now waiting for december and new Roberts touring bikey :D
Wow
Post by: Butterfly on 12 October, 2010, 09:43:06 pm
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 12 October, 2010, 09:52:43 pm
Advance congrats :)
Post by: nmcgann on 12 October, 2010, 09:58:28 pm
Post by: Jord on 12 October, 2010, 10:21:09 pm
Post by: Steve Kish on 12 October, 2010, 10:32:08 pm
Post by: TimO on 13 October, 2010, 12:02:27 pm
Well, I changed the spec on the width of the bars on my new Pompino. I wish it would hurry up and be delivered. I'm quite interested to see these crinkly spacers in the flesh.
Like this (http://www.on-one.co.uk/i/q/HSPXALSPACER-118-BLK/superlight-headset-spacer-pack---11-8---black-bike-build-%5Bcboopmprs%5D)
They are unpleasant if you hit your knee against them.
I've got those on the Kaffenback, and I don't think I've ever managed to hit my knee on them.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 13 October, 2010, 06:58:20 pm
I parted with some initial funds to secure n+1
Now waiting for december and new Roberts touring bikey :D
So, will you need to buy a matching tent to go with it?
Post by: Adrian on 13 October, 2010, 08:20:33 pm
Well, I changed the spec on the width of the bars on my new Pompino. I wish it would hurry up and be delivered. I'm quite interested to see these crinkly spacers in the flesh.
Like this (http://www.on-one.co.uk/i/q/HSPXALSPACER-118-BLK/superlight-headset-spacer-pack---11-8---black-bike-build-%5Bcboopmprs%5D)
They are unpleasant if you hit your knee against them.
I've got those on the Kaffenback, and I don't think I've ever managed to hit my knee on them.
Oh. I have often managed to cut, graze, or gouge my knees on the headset bolts or crinkle cut spacers on a variety of bikes when climbing out of the saddle.
Post by: JT on 13 October, 2010, 08:35:16 pm
Post by: Karla on 14 October, 2010, 03:22:53 pm
Post by: vorsprung on 14 October, 2010, 03:27:00 pm
The adjustable stem arrived yesterday though so hopefully I will be able to play with that at the weekend. Quiet there at the back.
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 14 October, 2010, 03:29:36 pm
£1.50
Post by: Deano on 14 October, 2010, 11:05:42 pm
Post by: corshamjim on 14 October, 2010, 11:14:04 pm
I've been umming and ah-ing over a Topeak Road Morph for my touring bike - getting a Wiggle £5 voucher clinched the deal.
Ummm ahh oooh yeeerrs, that looks nice! I was only thinking today that maybe I've acquired all the cycling gadgets, gismos and widgets I'll ever need ... maybe not! ;D
Post by: Kim on 14 October, 2010, 11:38:11 pm
Either way, I'm going to Whitstable next week, even if I have to ride all the way to London through an oil slick and a whole army of rage-infected badgers, dammit.
Post by: clarion on 15 October, 2010, 09:22:21 am
Post by: Jaded on 15 October, 2010, 09:36:25 am
I'd better cross-post this on the fettling thread.
Post by: citoyen on 16 October, 2010, 12:14:23 pm
Thanks, Feline, for the pointer in the direction of Petracycles. Never used them before but will probably use them again. :thumbsup:
d.
Post by: Kim on 16 October, 2010, 02:20:38 pm
Post by: Clandy on 16 October, 2010, 06:04:43 pm
A pair of Specialized BG Tahoe mtb shoes (http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCEqProduct.jsp?spid=47115). It is unbelievable how comfortable these are. The nearest thing to trainers with cleats I've ever worn!
A Minoura V150 Magturbo trainer (http://www.minourausa.com/english/trainer-e/tire-e/v150-e.html). Used it twice today, incredible how much resistance it can give and how quiet it is compared to my old Tacx. I can now hear the radio/TV while training, wonderful!
Post by: itsbruce on 16 October, 2010, 06:14:44 pm
Klickflix adapter so that I can go shopping on the fixed bike when I want to, without sullying it with (shudder) panniers.
A Brixton Cycles cap, to fly the flag for a great LBS.
Post by: Adrian on 16 October, 2010, 06:32:35 pm
A Brixton Cycles cap, to fly the flag for a great LBS.
Another good call
Post by: JohnP on 16 October, 2010, 08:17:50 pm
Post by: Lycra Man on 16 October, 2010, 09:09:53 pm
Got the leg warmers home and on putting them on for first ride realised I had two left legs (that is, two left leg warmers). My own legs are fine. Matched pair, don't you know. Contacted them about returns, and sent them back today.
Otherwise amazed by very good value of bib shorts. Notgtested over any length of ride yet, but look anf feel lovey.
Lycra Man
Post by: matthew on 17 October, 2010, 12:27:27 am
Post by: citoyen on 21 October, 2010, 11:12:05 am
d.
Post by: TimO on 21 October, 2010, 04:04:17 pm
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 21 October, 2010, 05:25:49 pm
It was dirty and had been used. The give away were the tyre marks inside the rim. I probably would not have noticed if someone had bothered to wipe away the dust and finger prints and marks left by sticky labels.
Possibly it had only been used for photographing tyres. I should have been told and the rim should have been cleaned.
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 22 October, 2010, 04:56:33 pm
Post by: jogler on 22 October, 2010, 05:51:22 pm
Post by: Marj on 22 October, 2010, 05:52:31 pm
Post by: TimO on 25 October, 2010, 06:43:48 pm
The Tool Roll looks promising, similar to a traditional leather tool roll, but made from more modern, cow friendly material. It looks like it should fill up with tools a treat, and should hopefully stop the substantial holes that some tools seem to manage to put in everything else I've used to carry tools!
Post by: perpetual dan on 25 October, 2010, 10:21:51 pm
Post by: L CC on 26 October, 2010, 02:20:54 pm
Post by: jogler on 26 October, 2010, 02:44:27 pm
Post by: starkj73 on 26 October, 2010, 03:01:49 pm
:)
Post by: jogler on 26 October, 2010, 03:21:14 pm
Post by: L CC on 26 October, 2010, 04:07:12 pm
Very nice...I imagine ;DEvery girl should have bike knickers.
Shame they're rubbish for cycling in.
Post by: corshamjim on 26 October, 2010, 07:52:26 pm
Post by: itsbruce on 27 October, 2010, 07:22:55 pm
Post by: Feline on 28 October, 2010, 06:20:41 pm
Also have some new winter gloves, I was after a gel padded and yet warm and waterproof kind and these look good but were no reviews yet so I think I am a guinea pig BBB Ladyshield Womens Winter Gloves BWG13 | Buy Online | ChainReactionCycles.com (http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=45060)
Post by: TimO on 28 October, 2010, 06:35:04 pm
Post by: GruB on 28 October, 2010, 07:16:07 pm
Post by: clarion on 28 October, 2010, 08:57:02 pm
That don't fit :facepalm:
Post by: toofewteeth on 28 October, 2010, 10:16:55 pm
Post by: corshamjim on 28 October, 2010, 10:17:47 pm
I bought some chaintugs.
That don't fit :facepalm:
If it's any consolation I bought one a few weeks ago not realising they won't work with a forward facing horizontal dropout. ::-)
Post by: border-rider on 28 October, 2010, 10:24:39 pm
Post by: Kim on 28 October, 2010, 11:03:42 pm
for a proper goth cyclist look (ie black tights, black baggy trousers, black yacf jersey, black mitts)
That's the Kim look, how goth do you need? :)
Post by: Adrian on 28 October, 2010, 11:55:28 pm
Sturmey S2C (http://www.sturmey-archer.com/products/hubs/cid/7/id/55) Duomatic kickshift 2 speed hub with coaster brake, and two black EXAL LX17 (http://www.spacycles.co.uk/products.php?plid=m2b131s116p1565) rims
Excellent, let us know how the hub works for you.
Post by: Kim on 29 October, 2010, 04:44:03 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 29 October, 2010, 05:20:33 pm
My winter project is to learn how to ride it in a direction of my choosing. The aim is to ride it on the First WARTY in Spring.
Post by: corshamjim on 30 October, 2010, 04:32:24 pm
Post by: Greenbank on 01 November, 2010, 04:55:11 pm
Post by: Jord on 01 November, 2010, 05:39:53 pm
Post by: TimO on 02 November, 2010, 11:23:17 am
Post by: TimO on 03 November, 2010, 08:07:01 pm
I prefer the idea of the Randonneur Rack over more traditional seat pin mounted racks, which I'm worried do seem to have quite a lot of leverage.
Post by: Feline on 04 November, 2010, 01:40:16 pm
Post by: TimO on 04 November, 2010, 01:49:41 pm
Also some bar tape for n+2, and a couple of boxes of apple and bananananana energy gels (I thought I'd try the High5 ones, since they're a lot cheaper than the Torq stuff).
Post by: vorsprung on 04 November, 2010, 04:22:35 pm
Post by: Ray 6701 on 04 November, 2010, 04:58:17 pm
Assos Spring/Fall Coolmax Socks white & Assos Chamois Cream.
Post by: robgul on 04 November, 2010, 05:01:07 pm
Rob
Post by: andygates on 04 November, 2010, 05:08:39 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 04 November, 2010, 05:09:59 pm
Post by: Clandy on 04 November, 2010, 05:58:35 pm
Post by: clifftaylor on 04 November, 2010, 06:58:43 pm
In a porcelfarce depot or lorry :'(
Post by: Greenbank on 04 November, 2010, 08:20:59 pm
An XXS cycling helmet.
It arrived! But the owner is asleep and so can't try it on her.
Knucklehead 'Lil Runt from the Weeride distributors. The only helmet I could find that goes down to 44cm (the 46cm helmet we tried on her in Halfords rattled around a bit too much for my liking, despite her last head measurement by the health visitor being 46cm - those 'red books' come in useful for some things!).
Post by: Feline on 06 November, 2010, 02:33:52 am
Wiggle | Sidi MTB Diablo Gore-Tex Boots 2011 Offroad Shoes
(http://www.wiggle.co.uk/sidi-mtb-diablo-gore-tex-boots-2011/)
I took a chance and ordered a size up from my Shimano MTB shoes to allow the wearing of more than one pair of socks in them, and they seem to be a decent fit. Enough toe wriggle room to hopefully stop numbness but they don't slip around at the heel. With 4 velcro straps it should be easy enough to get the tightness right depending on sock layerage.
I've just put some Shimano MTB cleats on them so should be able to test them out over next few days.
It occurred to me today that I would never spend this much on a normal pair of shoes. i once spent £100 on some nice Boden suede heels with leather souls and my dog ate them! He ain't getting anywhere near my Sidis!
Post by: rower40 on 07 November, 2010, 07:23:41 pm
I left an optimistic deposit at the LBS for a replacement drive belt for the Trek. Optimistic in that I doubt they'll be able to source one, and I won't see my money again.
Then again, they've another belt-drive Trek in their showroom, so I could just buy that, and a sprocket, chainring and chain to convert one or the other to the far-too-many-metal-moving-parts drive that seems to be so prevalent these days.
Post by: Adam on 07 November, 2010, 09:34:12 pm
Post by: rower40 on 08 November, 2010, 01:16:04 pm
(Yesterday...)Update: They're asking Fifty Notes for a new
I left an optimistic deposit at the LBS for a replacement drive belt for the Trek. Optimistic in that I doubt they'll be able to source one, and I won't see my money again.
Then again, they've another belt-drive Trek in their showroom, so I could just buy that, and a sprocket, chainring and chain to convert one or the other to the far-too-many-metal-moving-parts drive that seems to be so prevalent these days.
And this one isn't really worn out, it's just that I can't pull the back wheel any further back as it's at the limit of the slots. So they're going to investigate getting a larger rear sprocket. (Which is good, as I wanted lower gears anyway.) I'll buy the replacement belt, compare the new one with the worn one, and see if the lengths are noticeably different.
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 08 November, 2010, 02:13:28 pm
Post by: Kim on 08 November, 2010, 03:34:34 pm
Update: They're asking Fifty Notes for a newrubber-bandtoothed belt. :o
That seems like a depressingly strong argument for a far-too-many-metal-moving-parts drive :-\
No doubt they can be obtained for 3 quid a go from the right industrial rubber band supplier, iff you can work out what it is...
Post by: Jurek on 08 November, 2010, 03:41:21 pm
They're asking Fifty Notes for a newrubber-bandtoothed belt. :o
Have you looked here (http://www.bearingshopuk.co.uk/spa-section-cogged-50-c.asp) ?
Post by: cyclone on 08 November, 2010, 03:54:45 pm
Yes, s/h light thanks gene hunt. Planet X for 2 x cheap tyres, stem, bar tape, and different adaptor for the front mech on the Mercian...And then there's Xmas to think about... ;)
Post by: Jurek on 08 November, 2010, 03:57:08 pm
You need to know the teeth pitch and the exact length to get the correct size belt.......
Is that info not usually printed onto the outside circ. of the belt?
Post by: L CC on 09 November, 2010, 01:58:56 pm
Post by: Steve GT on 09 November, 2010, 02:41:05 pm
5 innertubes
SPD cleats for the Missus's new winter boots
1 Innovations Second Wind Carbon Road Pump
Post by: Polar Bear on 09 November, 2010, 02:42:49 pm
Post by: Chris S on 09 November, 2010, 02:47:51 pm
A set of rollers. Sounds worryingly like I may delve into the murky world of "training".
Can I come round and play with your rollers please?
Post by: jogler on 09 November, 2010, 02:49:18 pm
A set of rollers. Sounds worryingly like I may delve into the murky world of "training".
Can I come round and play with your rollers please?
That's a smooth line in patter ;D
Post by: Feline on 09 November, 2010, 03:02:45 pm
Wiggle | Elite Crono Hydromag Elastogel Trainer Turbo Trainers
(http://www.wiggle.co.uk/elite-crono-hydromag-elastogel-trainer/)
I am hoping I can break in my Brooks while riding on it!
Post by: Kim on 09 November, 2010, 03:06:17 pm
Post by: TimO on 09 November, 2010, 04:30:17 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 09 November, 2010, 04:34:17 pm
An XXS cycling helmet.:D Cool 8)
Post by: bloomers100 on 09 November, 2010, 04:47:26 pm
A set of rollers. Sounds worryingly like I may delve into the murky world of "training".
don't forget your hairnet
(http://www.corrie.net/profiles/characters/ogden_hilda1984.jpg)
Post by: Flying_Monkey on 09 November, 2010, 04:50:42 pm
Post by: L CC on 09 November, 2010, 09:13:54 pm
Sure. You can hold my bike while I scream like a girl and fail to turn the pedals.A set of rollers. Sounds worryingly like I may delve into the murky world of "training".
Can I come round and play with your rollers please?
We spent far too long this evening putting them together and now I am too tired to ride... As in, I tried, screamed etc as above and gave up.
Post by: Chris S on 09 November, 2010, 09:16:01 pm
Sure. You can hold my bike while I scream like a girl and fail to turn the pedals.A set of rollers. Sounds worryingly like I may delve into the murky world of "training".
Can I come round and play with your rollers please?
We spent far too long this evening putting them together and now I am too tired to ride... As in, I tried, screamed etc as above and gave up.
Wotcha doing this weekend? Nudge nudge... ;)
Post by: TimO on 09 November, 2010, 09:39:20 pm
It didn't encourage me to ever try out rollers!
I just put in some orders to ChainReaction for some red bottle cages to go onto n+1, a computer for it as well, some Garmin GPS mounts, and a heap of inner tubes.
ChainReaction have been doing pretty well out of me recently!
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 09 November, 2010, 09:53:03 pm
Post by: jogler on 09 November, 2010, 10:07:07 pm
Post by: TimO on 09 November, 2010, 10:11:33 pm
Post by: TimO on 10 November, 2010, 02:42:20 pm
(http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/RivalWhiteHoods.jpg)
Post by: Aidan on 10 November, 2010, 02:52:43 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/P1020423.jpg)
Write up here: Selle Mont Grappa Leather saddles (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=40354.0)
Post by: Clandy on 10 November, 2010, 04:59:02 pm
Post by: jogler on 11 November, 2010, 11:02:47 am
Post by: itsbruce on 11 November, 2010, 07:24:34 pm
(http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1232/5166976292_c7abc7b810.jpg)
Post by: Feline on 11 November, 2010, 11:37:50 pm
Two new Cateye Uno lights for my bike, after some tosser stole the last one. Positioned either side of the Klickfix mount, it looks as if my bike has escaped from the film Short Circuit
Yeah it has 2 eyes and a tongue, awesome!
Post by: jogler on 12 November, 2010, 01:37:12 pm
Just ordered a Hope Vision 1 from Wiggle
It's arrived :)
Post by: JohnP on 12 November, 2010, 03:37:07 pm
Bought a Trek 7.5FX a few weeks back. Decided that I wanted bar ends as on previous Scott. Bought ends, got them home and found that Trek has reinvented the handlebar for 2011. TinyURL.com - shorten that long URL into a tiny URL (http://preview.tinyurl.com/2crojh8)
Must say the bars were very comfortable on local roads.
However, the bar has been "squashed" at both ends to allow the antivibe pad to be set in and the bar plug had a matching lump cut out. Normal bar ends wouldn't fit - actually not enough bar end to clamp on to.
Shop contacted Trek who offered "just what the customer needs" - £64 carbon ends instead of the £10 alloy ends. Shop did a deal and I was almost prepared to pay £30.
Took bike to shop and asked them to check the ends would be safe and fit for me. Long to short - they clamped in just the same way and the mechanic wouldn't let me try them.
Choices was to not have ends OR replacement standard bars, replacement grips and alloy ends. Left bike at shop for it to be sorted.
Collected bike this morning; new bars of same width and rise as before, new ergo grips of same shape as before, alloy bar ends fitted, barbag klickfix transferred across, all setup ready to ride.
COST? £10 for the ends ONLY.
Big thanks to TriSports of Letchworth. Friendly, helpfull, good range of stock, always ready to help out.
Post by: clarion on 12 November, 2010, 04:13:07 pm
Post by: mike on 13 November, 2010, 05:19:10 pm
Post by: TimO on 13 November, 2010, 06:55:11 pm
Well, someone needs to test out a new model.
Post by: Cunobelin on 13 November, 2010, 07:53:23 pm
Unfortunately they have sent me the HD version and invoiced me for the cheaper one!
I am awaiting instructions........
Post by: nightrider on 13 November, 2010, 08:07:40 pm
Post by: clarion on 13 November, 2010, 08:08:00 pm
As it is, I ordered some cable & heatshrink for Butterfly's lighting (as recommended by Kim, so it must be good :) )
Post by: TimO on 13 November, 2010, 09:44:48 pm
Post by: Adrian on 13 November, 2010, 09:46:15 pm
I just put in an order for some Michelin Pro 3 Races (in red of course!) from ChainReaction, at £22-49 each, which seems like good deal.
Nice tyres, I have them on my Planet X. That is a good price for them.
Post by: TimO on 13 November, 2010, 09:57:01 pm
If you don't mind having them in Tobacco Digital Blue (I'm not sure if they're folding), you can get them for £17-98 each! (possibly plus another 10% off, if you can get that).
Post by: Ashaman42 on 13 November, 2010, 09:58:50 pm
Fed up of riding on a soggy 60psi tyre after faerie incidents as that's all I can manage with my current on-bike pump.
Post by: TimO on 13 November, 2010, 10:04:04 pm
Of course, with modern decent bomb tyres on the commuter, that's luckily a rarity anyway.
Post by: Ashaman42 on 13 November, 2010, 10:38:20 pm
Just don't like having to ride any distance after a puncture (whilst out and about) on 60psi, whilst I've been fine so far I find myself continually worrying about dinking the rim on something and I'm sure it's harder work even if it is all in my mind.
Post by: Gattopardo on 13 November, 2010, 10:41:21 pm
Just done an order with chain reaction and gone through one with parker international.
Hopefully that means I have enough bit to piece together a couple of bikes to sell to the masses but no idea how it will sell this month.
Post by: TimO on 16 November, 2010, 06:32:26 pm
Post by: itsbruce on 16 November, 2010, 11:43:17 pm
Post by: Simonb on 17 November, 2010, 09:11:34 pm
- New wheel build "Ambrosio Excellight SSC"
From Harry Rowland's shed.
Post by: Dinamo on 18 November, 2010, 11:21:13 pm
Great bike in good condition, hardly used, a grey and pink frame. 50 quid ;D
Will post some pictures in Members bikes over the weekend
Post by: Rhys W on 18 November, 2010, 11:27:42 pm
Post by: TimO on 19 November, 2010, 12:14:46 am
Post by: Feline on 19 November, 2010, 03:07:18 pm
Post by: Kim on 19 November, 2010, 04:27:24 pm
Post by: GrahamG on 19 November, 2010, 05:30:09 pm
Post by: TimO on 19 November, 2010, 05:47:01 pm
Something was delivered to the neighbours whilst I was at work, but I don't think they'll appreciate me knocking on their door at this time. ;D
It turned out to be four separate parcels, from three different delivery companies, only one of which had actually bothered to put a card through my door. :-\
Anyway, two separate deliveries of tyres from ChainReaction and Wiggle, a rather nice Topeak bike stand, and some FiberFix emergency repair spokes from Jenson USA.
Post by: Adrian on 19 November, 2010, 07:40:24 pm
Post by: TimO on 21 November, 2010, 08:30:07 am
1 new spoke. I hope that I got the right measurements etc.
... and some FiberFix emergency repair spokes from Jenson USA.
You can always borrow one of mine. ;D
Post by: cyclone on 21 November, 2010, 09:33:27 am
Post by: hulver on 25 November, 2010, 04:57:38 pm
I might have also arranged for a Winter hack n+1. :-[
Well, it was just sat there, looking lonely.
Post by: TimO on 25 November, 2010, 06:10:35 pm
I'm not sure what to do with the brush thing, which is presumably for basting roasts and similar. Not something I'm likely to need camping.
Post by: Adrian on 25 November, 2010, 07:49:16 pm
I'm not sure what to do with the brush thing, which is presumably for basting roasts and similar. Not something I'm likely to need camping.
Give it to Talisker as a toy.
Post by: Canardly on 25 November, 2010, 08:04:28 pm
Post by: jogler on 25 November, 2010, 08:14:01 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 25 November, 2010, 08:25:37 pm
Post by: jogler on 25 November, 2010, 08:49:13 pm
Post by: rower40 on 25 November, 2010, 09:55:37 pm
Silly Money. But shineh doesn't come cheap.
Post by: itsbruce on 28 November, 2010, 05:23:51 pm
Post by: Feline on 01 December, 2010, 11:59:36 pm
I took advantage of Wiggle's 20% off bags day to order a quick release Bagman sport yesterday too.
These will be going on my N+1 that I still haven't ordered because of my indecision on groupsets! Time to hunt out a tape measure and send my measurements to Sabbath methinks.
Post by: citoyen on 03 December, 2010, 02:57:47 pm
It's the end-of-year sale today, where they sell off all the leftover bits that are normally given away as free gifts with magazine subscriptions. OK, so they're not exactly Assos but they look reasonable quality.
d.
Post by: BrianI on 03 December, 2010, 04:42:55 pm
http://www.tamiyausa.com/product/item.php?product-id=20043 (http://www.tamiyausa.com/product/item.php?product-id=20043)
;D
Post by: jogler on 03 December, 2010, 05:37:13 pm
She has also Wiggle'd.
* Xmas pressies
Post by: Feline on 03 December, 2010, 08:46:13 pm
Might have to pop to the post office at 9am before I leave for the CTC xmas medieval banquet weekend away in the morning! This time tomorrow I will be scoffing a 4 course feast with no cutlery wearing my Guinevere costume at St Briavels in the Forest of Dean ;D
Post by: Adrian on 03 December, 2010, 11:35:35 pm
Damnit post office card through door today while I was at work. I think it's my Super-C Barley!
Might have to pop to the post office at 9am before I leave for the CTC xmas medieval banquet weekend away in the morning! This time tomorrow I will be scoffing a 4 course feast with no cutlery wearing my Guinevere costume at St Briavels in the Forest of Dean ;D
If perhaps photographs could be provided in due course.
Post by: Gandalf on 05 December, 2010, 02:19:55 pm
Post by: Adam on 05 December, 2010, 02:54:27 pm
Tracking the package shows it was picked up on Friday at 12.24, in Carlisle at 7pm, Preston at 10.28 pm, and Tamworth at 01.55 Saturday morning. It's better than searching for Santa via Norad (http://www.noradsanta.org/en/index.html)!
Post by: Adrian on 05 December, 2010, 04:12:01 pm
The SatMap 10 GPS I ordered a week ago should be delivered tomorrow. :thumbsup:
Tracking the package shows it was picked up on Friday at 12.24, in Carlisle at 7pm, Preston at 10.28 pm, and Tamworth at 01.55 Saturday morning. It's better than searching for Santa via Norad (http://www.noradsanta.org/en/index.html)!
Tracking a GPS, the irony of it.
Post by: Manotea on 05 December, 2010, 04:45:41 pm
My chrissy present from Mrs Manotea, I suspect. Will go nicely with my Kotm polka dot socks (mini manoteas) and YACF jersey.
When I told mrs manotea you could buy assos prosline kit in different colorways - yello, green, etc. - she said, "you must really fancy yourself to go out dressed like that"...
Post by: Feline on 05 December, 2010, 05:48:40 pm
It looks really lovely, can't wait to try it out! Now I really need to get on with ordering my new bike as this is what my Barley will be going on, although I could try it out on my current setup as I have a Brooks to attach it to ;D
Post by: clarion on 05 December, 2010, 07:40:32 pm
Post by: oncemore on 05 December, 2010, 09:37:28 pm
Post by: Gandalf on 12 December, 2010, 08:58:09 am
Post by: Si_Co on 12 December, 2010, 01:41:12 pm
Post by: peliroja on 12 December, 2010, 01:58:39 pm
Gore Bike Wear Fusion III Lady WINDSTOPPER Jacket
dhb Ladies Merino L/S Roundneck Baselayer
Schwalbe Marathon Plus Smartguard City Tyres (for Woolly's new project)
SealSkinz Waterproof Socks
Post by: Feline on 12 December, 2010, 02:34:15 pm
Post by: LindaG on 13 December, 2010, 10:24:59 am
Or I could drop a note to Santa, perhaps.
Oh, my. (http://www.minx-girl.com/products/vintage-bicycle-locket/773/)
Post by: Quisling on 13 December, 2010, 11:03:53 am
I also replaced the inner tube on my wheelbarrow ( not from the LBS!) after an impressive explosion in the old one. Track pumped it up, filled the barrow with compost and BANG. I nearly dropped the garden fork.
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 13 December, 2010, 01:37:20 pm
Post by: Feline on 13 December, 2010, 01:38:54 pm
Post by: LindaG on 13 December, 2010, 01:49:27 pm
You are sure to be happy together.
When will the happy arrival be?
Post by: Feline on 13 December, 2010, 02:14:08 pm
Brilliant!
You are sure to be happy together.
When will the happy arrival be?
The new arrival will most likely be delivered in the new year (but at current VAT rates :thumbsup: ).
Post by: GrahamG on 13 December, 2010, 02:35:00 pm
Post by: hatler on 13 December, 2010, 02:37:07 pm
Yep! A bright brushed Sabbath September Ti frame with laser etched graphics ;D ;D ;D
Have you considered all the tools you might need ?
I assembled a complete bike recently and the only unusual tools (ie not spanners and the more obvious bike related type stuff) I needed was a headset press and a bottom bracket tool. The BB tool is something that you will almost certainly use more often than the headset press, so is probably worth buying, but a headset press is an altogether different matter. £30 odd for one use in 10 years ? You might want to start chatting up nearby yacfers who may be able to loan you either or both of these.
Good choice on the frame btw. You won't be disappointed.
Post by: Andrij on 13 December, 2010, 07:50:45 pm
Post by: Feline on 13 December, 2010, 07:57:15 pm
Yep! A bright brushed Sabbath September Ti frame with laser etched graphics ;D ;D ;D
Have you considered all the tools you might need ?
I assembled a complete bike recently and the only unusual tools (ie not spanners and the more obvious bike related type stuff) I needed was a headset press and a bottom bracket tool. The BB tool is something that you will almost certainly use more often than the headset press, so is probably worth buying, but a headset press is an altogether different matter. £30 odd for one use in 10 years ? You might want to start chatting up nearby yacfers who may be able to loan you either or both of these.
Good choice on the frame btw. You won't be disappointed.
There are plans afoot for a YACF fettlefest at a SICRUT BWNCWR not far from here over the Severn bridge ;D
Even if I had the necessary tools, I lack the necessary mad skillz to actually deploy them. Some members may remember my 'how do I change my pedals?' thread which ended up in me using a dyson pipe for extra leverage :facepalm:
Post by: CrinklyLion on 13 December, 2010, 08:11:56 pm
Post by: Feline on 13 December, 2010, 08:13:42 pm
And, if memory serves, a glass or two of red wine :D
Yep, I wonder whether my tendency to coordinate my fettling sessions with a glass or 2 of wine is linked to my poor fettling record? ;D
Post by: Kim on 13 December, 2010, 09:11:41 pm
Yep, I wonder whether my tendency to coordinate my fettling sessions with a glass or 2 of wine is linked to my poor fettling record? ;D
Quite likely. You're supposed to spill blood. ;)
Post by: jogler on 13 December, 2010, 09:14:55 pm
And, if memory serves, a glass or two of red wine :D
Yep, I wonder whether my tendency to coordinate my fettling sessions with a glass or 2 of wine is linked to my poor fettling record? ;D
I assume that you are expert at fettling wine bottles? :)
Post by: itsbruce on 13 December, 2010, 11:38:47 pm
Post by: Feline on 14 December, 2010, 01:01:56 am
A Kryptonite Fahgettaboudit. Very black and yellow. Then I looked at my black and yellow bike. And thought "People are going to think I bought this to match. Damn."
haha nice :thumbsup:
Post by: gordon taylor on 14 December, 2010, 06:05:35 am
Does that count as cycling stuff? It hasn't got any carbon weave or even an etched logo. :-[
Stop press>>>>> it worked well this morning!
Post by: GrahamG on 14 December, 2010, 10:26:36 am
Post by: Jaded on 14 December, 2010, 12:28:23 pm
I gave in to temptation and spent £1k of the money I had previously allocated to a possible new kitchen on bits to make N+1 out of! Will soon be spending another £1200 on the frame ;D
Why do we need a new kitchen? This one works fine! ;D
Post by: tiermat on 14 December, 2010, 12:57:54 pm
Whilst wandering round Halfords wasting some time I bought a threaded to A-headset adaptor stem (FWIW Halfords are the cheapest place to buy them, they are 12.99 inc the shim, everywhere else has them for 12.99>14.99 then another 4.99 for the shim!), brake cables, 1/8th" chain and a saddle for the same N+1, was severly tempted to buy the HUGE chrome bell they now sell....
Post by: Feline on 16 December, 2010, 02:44:46 pm
The box of stuff it arrived in felt so light I didn't think it was going to be in there ;D
I now have a box with all my SRAM stuff in ready for my new bike build :thumbsup:
Now waiting for the frame and seatpost to arrive and I am good to go!
Post by: Dinamo on 16 December, 2010, 04:06:33 pm
Post by: Quisling on 16 December, 2010, 09:01:44 pm
Chain Reaction emailed this morning to say they've dispatched my new bar bag mounting facility. I only ordered it in the wee small hours today.
Post by: tiermat on 20 December, 2010, 01:53:59 pm
First 'cos the cranks didn't have any
Second 'cos another one has dropped off the purple bike, rear mudguards this time
Third 'cos I lost my favourite PBK ones a couple of months ago...
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 03 January, 2011, 12:51:22 pm
Post by: Andrij on 03 January, 2011, 12:58:36 pm
Post by: her_welshness on 03 January, 2011, 04:56:51 pm
Post by: Eccentrica Gallumbits on 03 January, 2011, 05:04:00 pm
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 03 January, 2011, 05:11:22 pm
Post by: Quint on 03 January, 2011, 09:55:45 pm
I have bought a pair of Deuter Rack pack panniers using my leaving present Wiggle vouchers :thumbsup: When I am grown up I will be able to afford Ortileb's :'(Buy the Vaude, mine are the ones with the welded on outer pocket. wife has Orts and now likes mine better.
8)
Post by: tiermat on 05 January, 2011, 01:20:41 pm
Just eyeing up a Knog Dry Dogs 17" to complete my commuting attire :)
Post by: Feline on 05 January, 2011, 04:48:53 pm
They are for my new bike, the frame is expected to arrive in about a week, I already have all the other bits :smug:
Post by: border-rider on 05 January, 2011, 04:52:20 pm
Post by: Feline on 05 January, 2011, 04:53:49 pm
3 pairs of brake blocks and some bar tape. Weee-ooo !
wow thanks for reminding me, I need to fit my new brake blocks to the Fuji before I go out on it tomorrow, it's been on the turbo where having FA brakes doesn't matter!
Post by: Wobbly John on 05 January, 2011, 07:31:09 pm
And you know what they say about men who wear big shoes...
...they have big feet. ;)
Post by: rower40 on 05 January, 2011, 07:35:48 pm
Shiny...
Sorry for poor quality. It looked even worse when I eventually managed to get the flash to work.
It's a belt-drive sprocket for a Nexus hub. I haven't taken the wheel off the bike yet, so I'm not 100% confident that it's going to fit. This could be the most expensive beer-mat I've ever bought.
Post by: Clandy on 05 January, 2011, 08:39:25 pm
Post by: Adam on 07 January, 2011, 09:06:27 pm
I've managed to justify this purchase with the rational side of my brain, on the basis that it hasn't cost me too much as I used a credit card which I'd managed to overpay last month and so had a credit balance. :P
Post by: corshamjim on 07 January, 2011, 09:18:12 pm
I've managed to justify this purchase with the rational side of my brain, on the basis that it hasn't cost me too much as I used a credit card which I'd managed to overpay last month and so had a credit balance. :PI didn't do that so haven't bought anything today. :'( Thanks for the tip though - might come in handy next month. :thumbsup:
Post by: itsbruce on 08 January, 2011, 01:19:07 pm
It's a belt-drive sprocket for a Nexus hub. I haven't taken the wheel off the bike yet, so I'm not 100% confident that it's going to fit. This could be the most expensive beer-mat I've ever bought.
How did it go?
Post by: tiermat on 08 January, 2011, 04:29:23 pm
Can't wait now for the postman to arrive with it....sigh.....
Post by: Dibdib on 08 January, 2011, 06:48:16 pm
Post by: PeteB99 on 10 January, 2011, 08:08:28 pm
Post by: Ray 6701 on 10 January, 2011, 08:38:59 pm
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 11 January, 2011, 08:58:42 pm
Post by: Adrian on 11 January, 2011, 11:51:07 pm
My MT91 winter boots finally arrived. This means the weather will be warm and dry from now on ::-)
We will all thank you for making the sacrifice.
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 12 January, 2011, 12:19:19 pm
Post by: GrahamG on 12 January, 2011, 04:38:24 pm
Post by: Plug1n on 12 January, 2011, 04:56:17 pm
From DHL tracking it went through Gatwick at 15:38 today, so hopefully tomorrow :)
Post by: Feline on 12 January, 2011, 05:15:39 pm
I'm not expecting my helmet to be some kind of magic hat, my reasons for wearing one are nothing to do with the functions of the helmet anyway. If I get squished into a street pizza by a lorry I don't want my mother (and motons in general) to be able to say it was my fault for not wearing one ;D
Post by: Kim on 12 January, 2011, 05:37:49 pm
Post by: corshamjim on 12 January, 2011, 06:57:01 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 12 January, 2011, 07:02:37 pm
Post by: Carradice bag lady on 12 January, 2011, 07:03:38 pm
Today I bought Cycling Active Magazine - yours truly gets a mention on page 137. :)why ? do I need to rush out and buy it ?
Post by: spindrift on 12 January, 2011, 07:09:30 pm
Skully Ultra Bright Mirco LED Bike Light £3.75 | (http://www.on-one.co.uk/i/q/LISKLED/skully-ultra-bright-mirco-led-bike-light)
Bargain.
Post by: jogler on 12 January, 2011, 07:14:54 pm
Some Swissstop (or is it Swisstop?) ceramic brake pad refills arrived. At £13 a pair I really hope they last much longer than Kool-Stop z-Chromiums, which struggle to achieve 200 miles. The first set, when the rims were new, lasted 33 miles!
:o
hellsbells:that's rather high-maintenance
Post by: corshamjim on 12 January, 2011, 07:21:10 pm
Today I bought Cycling Active Magazine - yours truly gets a mention on page 137. :)why ? do I need to rush out and buy it ?
:) No.
Post by: spokenword on 13 January, 2011, 09:51:53 am
Some Swissstop (or is it Swisstop?) ceramic brake pad refills arrived. At £13 a pair I really hope they last much longer than Kool-Stop z-Chromiums, which struggle to achieve 200 miles. The first set, when the rims were new, lasted 33 miles!
I'm just wondering if mine need changing yet. 8,350 miles on them now, so you might see an improvement on your previous ones!
Post by: BrianI on 13 January, 2011, 10:21:12 am
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 13 January, 2011, 11:23:46 am
I also got new brake blocks. The Tektro brake blocks it came with have always been total rubbish; they required me to squeeze the brakes hard to gain any kind of stopping power and they'd picked up heaps of grit and bits of aluminium :( It's a good job none of my loaded touring last year included going down big hills! The new ones are much better; he replaced the blocks with kind that take inserts because the old ones didn't. That was also rather expensive, but allegedly they are 'really good' brake blocks. I forgot the name; they might be Aztecs.
(I was cheerfully letting them do the fitting, cos the bike has free labour for a year after buying and that's coming to an end. And I hate fettling anyway.
I hope you have noticed that my winter boots are doing a fab job of keeping the cold weather away!
Post by: Adrian on 13 January, 2011, 11:35:19 am
I hope you have noticed that my winter boots are doing a fab job of keeping the cold weather away!
We are all suitably grateful
Post by: Tim Hall on 13 January, 2011, 11:40:07 am
I hope you have noticed that my winter boots are doing a fab job of keeping the cold weather away!
Have you got the same as Jane and Aunty Helen? Shimano MT90? Anyway, Mrs. Hall decided that electric feet warmers weren't the thing she wanted after all and I managed to get some MT90s for her. This despite being superseded by the MT91. Reports so far are that they're very good and result in toasty toes. A bit on the pricy side mind you. I'm sure they're suffering from "put cycling on the label and add £30 to the price".
Post by: Chris S on 13 January, 2011, 11:43:03 am
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 13 January, 2011, 11:54:40 am
I hope you have noticed that my winter boots are doing a fab job of keeping the cold weather away!
Have you got the same as Jane and Aunty Helen? Shimano MT90? Anyway, Mrs. Hall decided that electric feet warmers weren't the thing she wanted after all and I managed to get some MT90s for her. This despite being superseded by the MT91. Reports so far are that they're very good and result in toasty toes. A bit on the pricy side mind you. I'm sure they're suffering from "put cycling on the label and add £30 to the price".
No MT90s to be found in my size so I got MT91s. Luckily I found them with a discount on one site so 'only' paid £108 but yes, you are basically paying for the fact that they are sturdy walking boots with the means to fit a cleat on the bottom. Of course they have been very toasty indeed on my commute today but then it is a balmy 12 degrees in Londontown so that was hardly a challenge.
I am trying to procure some black rubber gloves to cut the cuffs off to seal off the tops, because I can see how they would easily fill up in heavy rain. Local supermarket only has them in medium and that isn't big enough for legs...
Post by: vorsprung on 13 January, 2011, 01:52:30 pm
The pro race were cheap and a nice colour to match my summer commute bike
The Krylions seem to sell out in 25mm quite quick and chainreaction had then at a good price
Post by: geoff on 13 January, 2011, 02:04:12 pm
The BD is hard at work in the basement parking garage right now, and I just had a wet-concrete/slippy-turning/arsey-elbow incident, losing whatever small sum of LBS street cred I may ever have possessed.
Post by: Adam on 13 January, 2011, 07:41:48 pm
Red boxes, pre-talc'd in line with Mr Legg-Bandage's list of ideal requirements.
Post by: Canardly on 13 January, 2011, 07:51:40 pm
Post by: Dibdib on 15 January, 2011, 09:40:50 pm
Post by: Adrian on 15 January, 2011, 10:09:28 pm
Post by: matthew on 16 January, 2011, 12:10:53 am
Post by: Adrian on 16 January, 2011, 08:12:23 am
A visit to Corridori, hopefully by the time of the next FNRttC to Bognor I will have a bike I can easily lift over the kissing gates. now to decide if I am going to fit a BM Cyo and swap SON wheels around as required or just get a battery lights.
Excellent, that is what we need more Ti.
Post by: Manotea on 16 January, 2011, 08:27:08 am
Post by: GruB on 16 January, 2011, 09:42:07 am
Park pedal spanner.
Post by: Kim on 16 January, 2011, 05:15:36 pm
While I was at it, a spare Marathon in 40-406, which I will need at some point, and saves the shipping.
Post by: gordon taylor on 16 January, 2011, 08:03:49 pm
Post by: jezzasnr on 16 January, 2011, 08:15:46 pm
The Colnago build starts here!
Post by: itsbruce on 16 January, 2011, 09:12:42 pm
I bought an FSA single speed crankset from Chain Reaction for £30!!! That was a pleasant surprise after looking at all the other stuff that started at twice the price on other sites.
I've seen snotty comments about them on LFGSS, but haven't yet had any reason to replace the ones that came with my Madison (and I've replaced almost everything else on the bike).
Post by: bloomers100 on 16 January, 2011, 09:17:46 pm
Post by: jezzasnr on 17 January, 2011, 01:57:57 pm
and
3TTT Curva Forgie Mex Handlebar £15!! from Planet X
the Colnago build gathers pace!
Post by: jogler on 17 January, 2011, 02:55:45 pm
Post by: Feline on 17 January, 2011, 04:18:44 pm
Post by: TimO on 17 January, 2011, 06:37:33 pm
A Marathon Plus winter tyre arrived for my son's bike. I got fed up fixing his rear punctures! I forgot this was not a folding type tyre so went to the PO on my bike to get it ... had to cycle back with the giant plastic bag impaled on the end of the handlebars banging into my right foot. The cars gave me a very wide birth though!
Is that a Marathon Winter or Marathon Plus? You can't have both!
I suspect from the context you mean a Marathon Plus, the Marathon Winter is a tungsten carbide studded tyre.
Post by: Feline on 17 January, 2011, 06:40:35 pm
A Marathon Plus winter tyre arrived for my son's bike. I got fed up fixing his rear punctures! I forgot this was not a folding type tyre so went to the PO on my bike to get it ... had to cycle back with the giant plastic bag impaled on the end of the handlebars banging into my right foot. The cars gave me a very wide birth though!
Is that a Marathon Winter or Marathon Plus? You can't have both!
I suspect from the context you mean a Marathon Plus, the Marathon Winter is a tungsten carbide studded tyre.
Yeah this thing isn't studded it just claims to be be faerie resistant ;D
If he starts getting punctures in his front tyre now I will have to buy him another though!
Post by: Ashaman42 on 17 January, 2011, 09:09:44 pm
If he starts getting punctures in his front tyre now I will have to buy him another though!
Just tell him to wheelie everywhere O:-)
Post by: L CC on 17 January, 2011, 09:41:33 pm
Gurl bar tape.
Post by: clarion on 17 January, 2011, 09:44:10 pm
Post by: L CC on 17 January, 2011, 09:51:30 pm
There's a bloke on my commute who has pink bar tape. He isn't a gurl. ;)
Is he a friend of dorothy?
Or has he pinched his bird's bike??
Post by: Kim on 17 January, 2011, 09:54:35 pm
Post by: Feline on 17 January, 2011, 10:07:33 pm
Post by: Redlight on 17 January, 2011, 10:09:11 pm
He may have deployed it as an anti-theft device. No one has ever pinched my pink wireless Cateye ;Dmaybe no one wants to own up to your stats :)
Post by: arvid on 20 January, 2011, 04:36:10 pm
3 sram pc870 chains
3 sram pc890 chains
4 sets of tensioner/derailleur wheels (3 standard tacx/rohloff, 1 odd aluminium)
3 sets of Look Quartz cleats
3 sets of BB7 brake pads
1 DToplight Plus rear light mit StVZO-Zulassung
4 sets of those orange spoke reflectors you seem to hate
1 Surly 44 tooth chainring, 130mm BCD
1 Rohloff 17 tooth sprocket
1 set of anti puncture tape (for a friend)
1 Pumpenschlauch mit E.V.A-Ventilkopf
1 Brooks Swallow Titanium
Looks like a bit of an accident, doesn't it?
If you're wondering why so many chains and so little chainrings/sprocket: I use 3 chains at a time (recumbent), and I'm out of those. I still have a 44 and 46 chainring, and a 16 and a 17 tooth sprocket. The Brooks is for the Brompton.
Post by: jogler on 21 January, 2011, 02:43:24 pm
I have ordered from my lbs two Hope HLSP600-6 battery (4 x AA) holders.
plus a pair of Mr.Crud Roadracer Mk II mudgaurds for the Langster
Post by: itsbruce on 21 January, 2011, 03:09:52 pm
Post by: Quint on 21 January, 2011, 03:31:09 pm
:)
2 sets of SPD SH-51 cleats. One for a new pair of Specialized cycling shoes I bought myself, one for my snow-delayed, just-arrived, much-appreciated Christmas present (http://www.dromarti.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=10_29_13&products_id=15).
Post by: itsbruce on 21 January, 2011, 04:21:42 pm
Lust is natural, they are gorgeous :)
They are. At some point I shall manage the trick of cycling while not staring at my feet.
With only a little stretch, I can make them out to be practical as well. I have no panniers on my commuter, so everything goes into my backpack. Non-cycling shoes, being bulky and heavy, are tedious to carry back and forth, so I usually keep at least one pair of shoes in the office. On those occasions where I don't cycle straight home but meet friends at a bar, club or restaurant, I have to pack my shoes (and then carry a pair back to work, the next morning). The Dromarti shoes, otoh, are easily smart enough that I can keep them on even in a posh location. See? Essential accessories for every commuter. Equally essential, of course, is a sufficiently generous friend or family member - at least until you have the shoes.
Post by: Gus on 21 January, 2011, 04:24:27 pm
A new set of wheels for my mtb, they were reduced 60% and my old wheels are very worn and in desperate need of retirement.
Post by: clarion on 21 January, 2011, 04:25:32 pm
Post by: itsbruce on 21 January, 2011, 04:45:11 pm
Very stylish. I considered a pair of Dromartis for my wedding, but I couldn't do the leather thing.
You're waitng for your third anniversary? I admire your self control ;) If I'd had these last year, I'd certainly have worn them to your wedding :)
Post by: Feline on 21 January, 2011, 10:47:55 pm
Post by: corshamjim on 22 January, 2011, 05:46:00 pm
Post by: corshamjim on 24 January, 2011, 06:55:43 pm
Post by: jogler on 24 January, 2011, 07:03:23 pm
Zefal zip-tie pump pegs
Blackburn frame -mount pump saddle
3x puncture repair kits
3x sheets mini-patches
Topeak saddle pak
Smart rear light
Post by: matthew on 25 January, 2011, 12:59:14 pm
Post by: corshamjim on 27 January, 2011, 11:22:12 pm
Ah well, I'm glad I ordered cheap ones rather than the posh cork ones I had my eye on. ;D
Post by: Feline on 27 January, 2011, 11:30:47 pm
Post by: TimO on 28 January, 2011, 06:12:25 pm
I suspect that's because Planet-X are possibly planning on going over to the 11 speed Alfine hub, but I've got the 8 speed one, so I'm happy with these shifters.
Post by: itsbruce on 28 January, 2011, 08:32:35 pm
Post by: gordon taylor on 30 January, 2011, 06:41:44 pm
::-)
Post by: Wowbagger on 30 January, 2011, 10:55:44 pm
Post by: TimO on 31 January, 2011, 11:24:03 am
Walz Caps - Collaborations (http://www.walzcaps.com/caps_capsforacause.html)
For small international orders, they've free delivery, so for only $20 I should get it VAT and Duty free (The VAT threshold is around £17, and the Duty threshold is even lower).
Post by: Feline on 31 January, 2011, 02:48:20 pm
I have a very nice Paramo waterproof jacket for when I am expecting a really wet ride and I don't expect this Montane to replace that function. It will just be nice to know I won't get completely caught out by unexpected rain or wind.
Post by: vorsprung on 31 January, 2011, 02:55:11 pm
My scarf stinks and is in the wash
Post by: Bledlow on 31 January, 2011, 05:06:44 pm
It's brighter than I expected, & spreads the light around..
Post by: Kim on 31 January, 2011, 06:21:21 pm
Post by: Steve GT on 03 February, 2011, 09:52:22 am
New Winter boots for me.
Post by: corshamjim on 03 February, 2011, 12:23:07 pm
Post by: hulver on 03 February, 2011, 12:45:40 pm
Post by: AndyH on 03 February, 2011, 08:25:42 pm
Post by: Hot Flatus on 03 February, 2011, 08:36:02 pm
(£35 in Ribble sale)
Some Pro (Shimano) winter gloves to replace my aging Altura ones.
Post by: Quint on 03 February, 2011, 08:57:20 pm
Post by: Canardly on 03 February, 2011, 09:02:13 pm
After months of indecision and dithering I've ordered an Enigma Etape frame. Should be with me next week. :)
Andy can you please post a build and use report as and when?
Post by: perpetual dan on 03 February, 2011, 10:17:26 pm
Post by: AndyH on 04 February, 2011, 06:28:23 am
After months of indecision and dithering I've ordered an Enigma Etape frame. Should be with me next week. :)
Andy can you please post a build and use report as and when?
Yes no problem - I'm hoping to have it ready to go before the Dean at the end of March, which will mean at least a couple of rides before then, hopefully including a 200.
Post by: Quint on 05 February, 2011, 11:09:54 am
Post by: Wowbagger on 05 February, 2011, 11:31:58 pm
I've been trying to ride with a faster cadence and I noticed how little I use the gears 10 - 14. Most of my riding is with the whirry lower half of the Rohloff range. It will also give me an extra couple of really low gears for hilly camping tours.
Post by: gordon taylor on 06 February, 2011, 12:53:39 am
Post by: itsbruce on 06 February, 2011, 02:32:22 pm
Post by: CAMRAMan on 06 February, 2011, 03:26:26 pm
Post by: L CC on 06 February, 2011, 03:54:09 pm
The existing pair are worn through.
I think I'm veering towards gears for next weekend.
Post by: Feline on 07 February, 2011, 10:28:38 am
A Sabbath September frame ;D
It's finally here and oh soooooooo lovely! The laser etched graphics are IMO gorgeous. When it arrived just now I was surprised it was actually in the box, it is so light it felt empty! I am trying not to get finger prints and drool all over it ;D
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/jan032.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/jan031.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/jan030.jpg)
Post by: Jurek on 07 February, 2011, 10:33:28 am
Post by: Fidgetbuzz on 07 February, 2011, 10:38:23 am
Lets see the finished view soonish - and then being used in anger - and then fingers crossed for a PBP place
Post by: clarion on 07 February, 2011, 10:45:23 am
Post by: Tewdric on 07 February, 2011, 10:47:41 am
Post by: Feline on 07 February, 2011, 10:51:07 am
Post by: Quint on 07 February, 2011, 12:07:02 pm
I am in love :smug:
Post by: Aidan on 07 February, 2011, 12:28:58 pm
Makes the mudguards and lamp i bought today look a tad dour ;D
Post by: Feline on 07 February, 2011, 12:31:13 pm
Post by: AndyH on 07 February, 2011, 01:46:31 pm
I bought some Bib Tights this morning. Old ones came to grief yesterday.
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 07 February, 2011, 01:47:28 pm
Mis-measured it banged the numbers into DT Swiss spoke calculator. Result need 290mm spokes. Paranoid I google for the hub and got quite different numbers banged them into spoke calculatior and got 290mm again. So I ordered a box of them.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 07 February, 2011, 04:54:51 pm
Post by: Feline on 07 February, 2011, 05:40:00 pm
Nice one Feline, are you riding the Mad March 200 by any chance ? If not when will I get the chance to see it ?
I bought some Bib Tights this morning. Old ones came to grief yesterday.
Sadly I cannot do the Mad March because I am working then, but I will be at Barry's Bristol Ball Buster and the Nutty Nun 200kms :)
Post by: Dinamo on 07 February, 2011, 07:44:27 pm
Nice one Feline, are you riding the Mad March 200 by any chance ? If not when will I get the chance to see it ?
I bought some Bib Tights this morning. Old ones came to grief yesterday.
Sadly I cannot do the Mad March because I am working then, but I will be at Barry's Bristol Ball Buster and the Nutty Nun 200kms :)
....will it venture out on one of the Bristol Thursday rides ?
( bearing in mind the quality of the lanes the ride leaders are prone to finding !!!! )
Post by: Feline on 07 February, 2011, 07:50:41 pm
Nice one Feline, are you riding the Mad March 200 by any chance ? If not when will I get the chance to see it ?
I bought some Bib Tights this morning. Old ones came to grief yesterday.
Sadly I cannot do the Mad March because I am working then, but I will be at Barry's Bristol Ball Buster and the Nutty Nun 200kms :)
....will it venture out on one of the Bristol Thursday rides ?
( bearing in mind the quality of the lanes the ride leaders are prone to finding !!!! )
Well, so long as it isn't icy definitely yes. I am not totally anti-cow shit, if I was I would be pretty much confined to a 1 mile radius around my home in this area :D
Post by: mr_brooks on 09 February, 2011, 07:55:17 pm
Post by: Feline on 09 February, 2011, 08:06:25 pm
I also got 20x 4.8mm piggy back spade connectors to fit my Schmidt dyno hub. I needed 4 really not 20 but SJS was the only place I could find selling them. I should now be able to sort out the wiring for both IQ Cyo and Dahon Reecharge for N+1 when it's built :)
Post by: corshamjim on 16 February, 2011, 01:17:46 pm
It contained a pair of cone spanners and another Blackburn front light. :)
Post by: rower40 on 16 February, 2011, 01:45:11 pm
How things move on. My first non-wired-in (i.e. not connected to the bike's wiring loom) front light was a Cateye Stadium. A large water-bottle-shaped battery, then a voltage converter, then a huge lamp unit that wouldn't have looked out of place on the front of a USAnian wood-burning steam engine of the 1860's.
Then I downsized to a Cateye Doubleshot. This time a battery pack velcro'd to the frame, and a co-ax wire with bayonet-connector. Very damage-prone (which is why I've bought its replacement), but the light unit itself was very reminiscent of Johnny 5 (or Wall-E for the younger generation.)
New one is Cateye anyone see the pattern here?HL-EL610 singleshot. Now no wires, clips into the same bracket that's on the handlebars (or nearest equivalent) of all my bikes, eminently pocketable without having to undo wires or velcro.
Post by: Tim on 16 February, 2011, 01:47:03 pm
The former is a special order from the internet bike shop to the Oakley distributor so when the shop has it they can then get on and send it my way, and the latter is ordered as an in stock item from Evans.
My money is on the former arriving first.
Post by: Andrew Br on 16 February, 2011, 02:19:58 pm
Ordered Monday am from Bike 24 it arrived about an hour ago.
It's now fitted to the bike :thumbsup:
Post by: AndyH on 16 February, 2011, 02:41:33 pm
After months of indecision and dithering I've ordered an Enigma Etape frame. Should be with me next week. :It's just arrived, I can't see much work being done this afternoon ;D
Post by: Feline on 16 February, 2011, 02:47:20 pm
After months of indecision and dithering I've ordered an Enigma Etape frame. Should be with me next week. :It's just arrived, I can't see much work being done this afternoon ;D
Congratulations on the new arrival ;D
Post by: Andrew Br on 16 February, 2011, 03:01:17 pm
After months of indecision and dithering I've ordered an Enigma Etape frame. Should be with me next week. :It's just arrived, I can't see much work being done this afternoon ;D
Excellent, more Enigma goodness.
I'm sure I'm speaking on behalf of all the forum when I say "We look forward to seeing the pictures".
I've just heard that my new frame is at Paul Hewitt's and I'm going to pick up the finished bike (an Enigma) next Tuesday :thumbsup:
OT, I've just had a delivery of vodka :o
Post by: corshamjim on 16 February, 2011, 06:55:23 pm
A Philips Saferide dynamo light.
Ordered Monday am from Bike 24 it arrived about an hour ago.
It's now fitted to the bike :thumbsup:
That looks nice! :thumbsup:
Post by: Feline on 17 February, 2011, 04:39:38 pm
This morning my Shimano SPD sandals arrived in the post. I had been looking at SPD shoes to replace my current summer ones that have no toe wriggle room and therefore sometimes leave me with numb toes on longer rides. I decided the solution was to go with the sandals. If I wear them with Seal skinz socks does this now make me a proper Audaxer? ;D I have the Caradice barley already too but I am not going to grow a beard :hand:
Post by: Rimnod on 17 February, 2011, 04:44:04 pm
Post by: Quint on 17 February, 2011, 07:15:50 pm
I have gone and done it ::-)
This morning my Shimano SPD sandals arrived in the post. I had been looking at SPD shoes to replace my current summer ones that have no toe wriggle room and therefore sometimes leave me with numb toes on longer rides. I decided the solution was to go with the sandals. If I wear them with Seal skinz socks does this now make me a proper Audaxer? ;D I have the Caradice barley already too but I am not going to grow a beard :hand:
Post by: Kim on 17 February, 2011, 07:16:49 pm
I have the Caradice barley already too but I am not going to grow a beard :hand:
I make up for a lack of beard by riding a recumbent and being proficient in Unix-like operating systems...
(Today I have ordered a new bottom bracket, that is a) not showing early signs of b0rkedness and b) slightly wider, for a more knee-friendly Q-factor without the aid of extreme pedal extenders)
Post by: AndyH on 17 February, 2011, 08:16:48 pm
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/_m6kcha3N9og/TV2A1bTxjAI/AAAAAAAAAMA/cbTpTlMwG9c/s640/IMAG0082.jpg)
Post by: Adrian on 17 February, 2011, 08:37:22 pm
Post by: AndyH on 17 February, 2011, 08:43:49 pm
Post by: Chris S on 17 February, 2011, 10:47:16 pm
Well those knives are not just for cooking. I may be speaking in a higher pitched voice.
Watch out - one's already missing... :o
Post by: corshamjim on 17 February, 2011, 10:54:47 pm
Watch out - one's already missing... :o
One what? :o
OIC! One knife! ::-)
Post by: BrianI on 18 February, 2011, 09:18:04 am
A Ritchey "Comp Streem V2" saddle for my Lemond Etape racer to replace the rather uncomfy one that's on it just now,
A "Craft" summer cycling cap,
A Bikefood branded water bottle
A tube of High5 Zero hydration tablets
And a water bottle cleaning brush
Strangely, in amongst the packaging was a packet of Haribo Kiddie's Supermix Minis!
Post by: Si_Co on 18 February, 2011, 09:44:23 am
I don' get sweeties from wiggle anymore >:( despite having a
Strangely, in amongst the packaging was a packet of Haribo Kiddie's Supermix Minis!
I feel a letter of complaint coming on
Post by: Andrij on 18 February, 2011, 10:44:26 am
Dropped bike off at LBS for rear wheel repairs following the incident on last Saturday's ride to Whitstable. I'm also about due for a new cassette, and happened to have a spare one at home, so dropped that off as well. Asked the nice LBS folks to put that on the bike as well as a new chain of some sort. I trust them enough not to put the most blinging chain in stock on the bike.
Post by: itsbruce on 18 February, 2011, 12:45:57 pm
Strangely, in amongst the packaging was a packet of Haribo Kiddie's Supermix Minis!
They do that. Had some Haribo Fried Eggs in with the tyres I ordered. Horrible things, so I gave them to my colleagues.
Post by: Manotea on 18 February, 2011, 12:58:42 pm
Post by: L CC on 18 February, 2011, 01:29:24 pm
Quote from: colleague
You know what I like about you Lindsay? You've got a really high bum. Mine is falling down my legs. I really think you should show your bum off more
Quote from: other colleague
with a round thing in your face...
That's it, I'm earwormed (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k4he79krseU) about the state of my arse.
New longs are great though....
Post by: Feline on 18 February, 2011, 02:51:05 pm
Post by: Jurek on 18 February, 2011, 03:39:28 pm
Post by: Quint on 18 February, 2011, 07:11:26 pm
Large box from CRC with 3 Shimano 105 10 speed chains, chain wear measuring tool and some donuts (of the cable variety sadly not jam ones). I was pleased to see my new chains are silver not black like the CRC picture so they will match the rest of my transmission. Now to go and fit a new chain 8)
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 18 February, 2011, 07:19:11 pm
Post by: Luke on 21 February, 2011, 07:45:38 am
Last night I ordered some tyres and DT shifters from SJS, a seatpost from On-one, a stem and bars from Hubjub and some brakes from wiggle.
I forgot to order some brake cables and some new tyre levers though :facepalm:
Post by: Andrew Br on 21 February, 2011, 12:24:15 pm
One for the tourer and one for the NEW BIKE that I'm collecting tomorrow :thumbsup: .
I'm currently wondering whether to train there (Hewitt's in Leyland, conveniently situated near to the station) and ride back or drive there and back.
I think I'll let the weather decide ;) .
Post by: Feline on 21 February, 2011, 08:14:51 pm
Two OS bar mounts for my Garmin.
One for the tourer and one for the NEW BIKE that I'm collecting tomorrow :thumbsup: .
I'm currently wondering whether to train there (Hewitt's in Leyland, conveniently situated near to the station) and ride back or drive there and back.
I think I'll let the weather decide ;) .
Exciting stuff! It would be bad news to get your brand new bike filthy on it's maiden voyage though, wouldn't it.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 21 February, 2011, 08:17:22 pm
Post by: AndyH on 24 February, 2011, 11:07:48 am
Post by: Andrew Br on 24 February, 2011, 11:35:54 am
Then you have a good excuse to obsessively clean and polish it til it gleams again.
I doubt that I'll do that, even with a new bike ;) .
The ride home was lovely, even if it did rain when the forecast said it wouldn't.
The bike isn't very dirty, possibly because of the matt (bead-blasted) finish hiding the dirt.
Post by: Andrew Br on 24 February, 2011, 11:36:43 am
Bars, stem, spacers for the front end of my new steed and a new cassette lockring. All from High on Bikes. Cheap Deda stem because I'll play around with a few until I get the position right. And one of those extended brake nuts from SJS so I can hopefully mount the mudguard behind the fork crown where it should be. Which will hopefully keep my feet a bit dryer.
Looking forward to seeing it Andrew :thumbsup:
Post by: Deano on 24 February, 2011, 12:13:13 pm
I also picked up some 1/4" bearings, as the rear hub on the SSMTB was making some odd noises. May as well do the hub on my tourer while I'm at it.
Post by: TimO on 24 February, 2011, 02:43:13 pm
Post by: corshamjim on 24 February, 2011, 07:13:52 pm
I'm really looking forward to getting the Pashley back on the road. ;D
Post by: Greenbank on 25 February, 2011, 01:36:10 pm
Post by: essexian on 25 February, 2011, 02:03:00 pm
Friday Daily Deals - Daily Deals - SportsDirect.com
(http://www.sportsdirect.com/daily-deals/friday-daily-deals)
(not sure if I am allowed to post links like this. Sorry Admin if I am not....really should read the rules of the forum one day....)
Post by: jogler on 25 February, 2011, 02:44:00 pm
Post by: MattH on 25 February, 2011, 04:07:43 pm
Post by: longers on 01 March, 2011, 01:03:39 pm
Just ordered a Blackburn Air Tower 2 from Ribble and stuck a whole innertube on the order for a friend to bump it upto £35 to get the 20% extra off.
The old pump was very frustrating to use but wasn't going in the bin until it was properly dead.
Post by: Ray 6701 on 01 March, 2011, 02:11:49 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 02 March, 2011, 03:38:44 pm
Post by: GruB on 02 March, 2011, 06:40:34 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 02 March, 2011, 07:40:47 pm
Post by: jogler on 02 March, 2011, 07:44:51 pm
Post by: Kim on 02 March, 2011, 07:55:55 pm
They're surprisingly comfortable (though, I suspect, not in this weather). :thumbsup:
Post by: CrinklyLion on 02 March, 2011, 08:42:11 pm
Post by: Kim on 02 March, 2011, 09:58:09 pm
Post by: IanDG on 02 March, 2011, 10:09:19 pm
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5016/5492247307_6315e20f0f.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/5492247307/)
New Saddle (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/5492247307/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Post by: Feline on 02 March, 2011, 10:12:19 pm
This
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5016/5492247307_6315e20f0f.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/5492247307/)
New Saddle (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/5492247307/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Wow that is an amazing saddle :thumbsup:
Post by: andygates on 02 March, 2011, 10:24:38 pm
Took the plunge and ordered my last bit of LEJOG luggage: one Arkel-OD small handlebar bag. In black, of course, because the whole bike is a bit of a Disaster Area sundive tribute. :thumbsup:
Post by: Adrian on 02 March, 2011, 11:03:46 pm
Oh, come on! Sandals, socks, recumbent and a Computer Science degree aren't enough?
Ship and a small quantity of tar?
Post by: jogler on 03 March, 2011, 09:05:29 am
Oh, come on! Sandals, socks, recumbent and a Computer Science degree aren't enough?
All things considered,you can forego the beard providing you acquire some cotton duck ;) from you know where
Post by: Kim on 03 March, 2011, 02:45:23 pm
Post by: TimO on 03 March, 2011, 05:21:18 pm
Post by: Canardly on 03 March, 2011, 06:55:27 pm
Post by: Feline on 03 March, 2011, 06:57:04 pm
It matches my Super C Barley (which is a Sue)
Post by: Bledlow on 03 March, 2011, 06:57:54 pm
Along with two dozen other YACFers.
Post by: Adam on 03 March, 2011, 08:52:11 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 03 March, 2011, 09:50:44 pm
Post by: Feline on 04 March, 2011, 04:03:30 pm
I am going to read up on further fettling skillz.
Post by: essexian on 04 March, 2011, 04:22:21 pm
I never ride it (only once since Christmas) and thus, new wheels would be pointless. And I have my cars MOT coming up….
No, I do not need new wheels for the MTB…..
Yes, just ordered them. Well, they were half price…. Who needs a car???
Post by: corshamjim on 04 March, 2011, 06:08:13 pm
Panniers: RCP WP100 carrier bags of Red Cycling Products cheap order at the bikester.co.uk online shop with fast shipping and RCP WP100 carrier bags dealer discount. Buy cheap via mail order at out bicycle online store (http://www.bikester.co.uk/bicycle-equipment/bicycle-bags/waterproof-bags/221087.html)
Handlebar bag: RCP WP100 Pro handlebar bag of Red Cycling Products cheap order at the bikester.co.uk online shop with fast shipping and RCP WP100 Pro handlebar bag dealer discount. Buy cheap via mail order at out bicycle online store (http://www.bikester.co.uk/bicycle-equipment/bicycle-bags/waterproof-bags/226382.html)
Post by: Woofage on 04 March, 2011, 06:13:01 pm
A Carradice Super C handbar bag ;D
It matches my Super C Barley (which is a Sue)
Mine's a Sue too :thumbsup:.
I've had deliveries from Parker and CRC: tyres, tubes, cassette. Fettling this w/e ;D
Post by: PaulF on 05 March, 2011, 06:37:46 pm
Post by: onb on 06 March, 2011, 06:41:25 pm
Post by: Quint on 08 March, 2011, 10:12:43 am
A new jacket after my old one disintegrated in the wash Some inner tubes because i realised i don't have any spares for my 29er the spare i had was too narrow and come cone spanners.
Post by: tiermat on 08 March, 2011, 10:31:16 am
Today, these inexpensive panniers arrived - they're a birthday present from my wife Claire so I'll have to wait a couple of weeks before I get my grubby hands on them. Seeing as they were so cheap, I persuaded Claire also to get me the matching handlebar bag (all in red).
Panniers: RCP WP100 carrier bags of Red Cycling Products cheap order at the bikester.co.uk online shop with fast shipping and RCP WP100 carrier bags dealer discount. Buy cheap via mail order at out bicycle online store (http://www.bikester.co.uk/bicycle-equipment/bicycle-bags/waterproof-bags/221087.html)
Handlebar bag: RCP WP100 Pro handlebar bag of Red Cycling Products cheap order at the bikester.co.uk online shop with fast shipping and RCP WP100 Pro handlebar bag dealer discount. Buy cheap via mail order at out bicycle online store (http://www.bikester.co.uk/bicycle-equipment/bicycle-bags/waterproof-bags/226382.html)
They look brilliant! Please let us know what the quality etc is like, I might grab some myself :)
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 08 March, 2011, 01:58:22 pm
Wiggle have just announced that my Oval Stem has been despatched. It's quite a rare beast (not in their 2011 catalogue) suggested by Biggsy.
Well done to both!
Post by: Feline on 08 March, 2011, 04:46:59 pm
Now what else can I glue together ... :demon:
Post by: Greenbank on 08 March, 2011, 05:03:21 pm
Post by: Clandy on 08 March, 2011, 06:25:52 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 08 March, 2011, 06:43:22 pm
I find this slightly odd.
Post by: corshamjim on 09 March, 2011, 07:46:33 am
They look brilliant! Please let us know what the quality etc is like, I might grab some myself :)
I've made a note in my diary to remember to do that - I won't get them until 25th. By all means remind me if I forget.
Post by: corshamjim on 09 March, 2011, 12:26:53 pm
Ordered a nice Livestrong (http://www.mandmdirect.com/productdetails.aspx?PC=NK10003&lid=FR1) top.
Thanks for the tip - I just bought a pair of Karrimor shoes and a Craghoppers fleece from M&M.
Today I also heard my new wheel with SA 3-speed hub has been despatched from SJSC. At last after a lot of faffy fettling I should hopefully get my Pashley back on the road tomorrow.
Post by: Andrew Br on 09 March, 2011, 05:07:42 pm
It's not purely a cycling bit of kit but that's mostly when I'll be wearing it.
First impressions are favourable.
My previous, cheap Ebay headtorch came off worse during a coming together with a "not quite open" garage door.
Post by: clifftaylor on 09 March, 2011, 05:30:12 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 10 March, 2011, 05:39:05 pm
Post by: Feline on 10 March, 2011, 06:22:07 pm
Post by: Jurek on 10 March, 2011, 07:46:01 pm
Specialized BG-as-much-gel-as-you-can-get-into-them mitts.
On offer from Evans (http://www.evanscycles.com/products/specialized/bg-gel-mitt-ec018179?query=mitts).
EDIT - Dithering whether or not I should order a second pair...
... my two year old ones are starting to *sigh* every time I put them on.
Post by: Canardly on 10 March, 2011, 07:50:44 pm
Post by: Feline on 10 March, 2011, 09:03:51 pm
Oh forgot to say... ordered new super galaxy from Spa and saved a lot of money doing so :thumbsup:
Woooo exciting news!
Post by: Adam on 10 March, 2011, 09:22:27 pm
Also in the box was a big supply of mega long valve inner tubes, as I'd found out last week that the pre-talced Specialized ones I'd bought the other week were just too small for my track pump to stay on easily due to my deep rims. So these ones are 60mm - and only £2.99 each (http://www.evanscycles.com/categories/sale/bike-components-bike-parts/bike-tyres-tubes/inner-tubes) currently at Evans.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 10 March, 2011, 09:26:46 pm
Well, it'll be cycling stuff once it's turned into CAKE, won't it?
Post by: BrianI on 14 March, 2011, 01:54:35 pm
Post by: vorsprung on 14 March, 2011, 03:24:09 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 14 March, 2011, 05:01:27 pm
Got some TOOLZ, fed up with trying to cut Shimano outer so I got an IceToolz cable shear along with a drift to remove headset cups.
I haz skillz. Ho! Yuss!
Post by: Feline on 14 March, 2011, 06:42:30 pm
Post by: Kim on 14 March, 2011, 07:37:44 pm
Post by: RJ on 14 March, 2011, 07:47:51 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 17 March, 2011, 02:41:51 pm
Big praise for my Postie: I was collecting the light from the PO when he tried to deliver the Butt'r so, card in hand I went to look for him. He'd stashed the parcel for taking back but he agreed to go and collect it and drop it off later. Which he's just done :thumbsup: .
Post by: jogler on 17 March, 2011, 04:53:43 pm
Wiggle | Cateye Rear Carrier Mounting Light Spares
(http://www.wiggle.co.uk/cateye-rear-carrier-mounting/)
to carry one of these
Cateye - Tl-ld1100 - Tl-ld1100 (http://www.cateye.com/uk/product_detail/359)
on either the Longstaff or the tandem
Post by: corshamjim on 17 March, 2011, 06:25:15 pm
I seem to have ended up with far more rear lights than I actually need. I'd better go looking for some bicycles to put them on. ;D
Post by: tiermat on 17 March, 2011, 06:41:43 pm
At the rate I lose them from my mudguards (as anyone who has accompanied me on recent rides will attest), that many should last me til the end of the year, just :)
Post by: IanDG on 17 March, 2011, 06:48:40 pm
Post by: MattH on 17 March, 2011, 07:52:02 pm
I seem to have ended up with far more rear lights than I actually need. I'd better go looking for some bicycles to put them on. ;D
Quality N+1 justification there!
Post by: petermullen46 on 18 March, 2011, 06:30:48 am
Post by: Feline on 19 March, 2011, 08:52:32 pm
A 2nd pair of Assos shorts- they look very nice but didn't come with the free samples of wash stuff and chamois creme :o I think only the bib shorts come with the freebies. These ones are black all over. Hopefully my bum won't look big in them, not that many people tend to ride behind me ;)
Some bar end caps because I lost one of mine already.
A spare Durano Plus 25mm tyre. I was a bit concerned because my front one had a faerie visitation on the Wye Wednesday from a sharp piece of flint, and I can still see the little gash in it where it cut in. It has however remaining inflated since my roadside_in-pouring_rain fettle, but I thought I should have a new tyre standing by just in case.
Post by: L CC on 20 March, 2011, 05:05:36 pm
Post by: itsbruce on 20 March, 2011, 06:21:18 pm
This means the frame, forks and seat-post are the only remaining parts of the original bike ;)
Post by: TimO on 20 March, 2011, 07:56:18 pm
If it's small, light and actually up to cutting brake cables, then I'd be interested to know exactly what it is...
I've used my leatherman for that on FNRttCs, but it's not that small, and it's certainly not cheap!
From Brick Lane Bikes, a new crankset to replace the old cranks which died on yesterday's FNRttC. This required a new bottom bracket as well, not just for proper alignment but because the old BB was damaged by the crank failure. ...
Bugger. :( I was afraid that would happen. I once partially killed a crank like that. When the crank came loose, it distorted the shape of the relatively soft metal, but the BB itself was OK, since it's normally quite a bit harder than the crank. I kept on using it, but the two cranks weren't quite 180° apart any more!
I just opened up a parcel that was left on my doorstep for when I got home from the FNRttC post ride drinkies.
It's a Shimano tool for undoing SPD pedals. I've got several spare sets of pedals, but I may see if it's worth repairing the ones on the Kaffenback, which currently have a couple of mms of play!
I may have buggered the ball races, in which case they'll go in the bin, but if I can just replace the bearings, and get them back to some degree of reasonableness, that'll be OK. The tool was only £2.24 from ProBikeKit, so it's a relatively cheap experiment.
Post by: Kim on 20 March, 2011, 07:59:22 pm
Post by: BrianI on 20 March, 2011, 08:20:43 pm
It's a Shimano tool for undoing SPD pedals. I've got several spare sets of pedals, but I may see if it's worth repairing the ones on the Kaffenback, which currently have a couple of mms of play!
I may have buggered the ball races, in which case they'll go in the bin, but if I can just replace the bearings, and get them back to some degree of reasonableness, that'll be OK. The tool was only £2.24 from ProBikeKit, so it's a relatively cheap experiment.
Is that this one? Probikekit.com | Crank Bottom Bracket and Pedal Tools | SPD axle removal tool (http://www.probikekit.com/display.php?code=NP10379) ?
I could probably do with giving the spd axle bearings a clean up and regrease on the Shimano A530 single sides spds which are on my dawes horizon, and the M520 spds on my Lemond Etape racer.
Post by: TimO on 20 March, 2011, 08:52:58 pm
Is that this one? Probikekit.com | Crank Bottom Bracket and Pedal Tools | SPD axle removal tool (http://www.probikekit.com/display.php?code=NP10379) ?
I could probably do with giving the spd axle bearings a clean up and regrease on the Shimano A530 single sides spds which are on my dawes horizon, and the M520 spds on my Lemond Etape racer.
That's the doodad, the £2-24 figure is before VAT, so it's £2-69 with VAT, and P&P is free if you're not in a rush (it only took a couple of days to arrive).
I've mostly got M520s universally on my bikes, the only exception is the Snow Bike which has Decathlon half'n'half pedals, so I can just use bog standard flat shoes should I want to.
Post by: itsbruce on 20 March, 2011, 10:16:51 pm
From Brick Lane Bikes, a new crankset to replace the old cranks which died on yesterday's FNRttC. This required a new bottom bracket as well, not just for proper alignment but because the old BB was damaged by the crank failure. ...
Bugger. :( I was afraid that would happen. I once partially killed a crank like that. When the crank came loose, it distorted the shape of the relatively soft metal, but the BB itself was OK, since it's normally quite a bit harder than the crank. I kept on using it, but the two cranks weren't quite 180° apart any more!
I shall make sure, in future, to be carrying a spare crank bolt. Although, having had one fail on me, who knows how long I'll have to wait for it to happen again ;)
Also, I replaced my old multi-tool with one that has a larger range of fittings, including an 8 hex.
Post by: Canardly on 22 March, 2011, 08:07:41 pm
500x10mm M5 socket head bolts and 100x20mm M5 socket head bolts.
At the rate I lose them from my mudguards (as anyone who has accompanied me on recent rides will attest), that many should last me til the end of the year, just :)
Stainless I hope?
Post by: MattH on 22 March, 2011, 08:26:51 pm
Post by: BrianI on 24 March, 2011, 08:21:32 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 25 March, 2011, 12:16:09 am
I got the idea after riding back along the canal today. I've had a bit of a sore arse recently and the thumping from the cobbles and rough bits along the tow path weren't helping any.
I'm becoming more like a princess.
Post by: TimO on 25 March, 2011, 12:32:05 am
(http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/knog.png)
It's a neat idea, but the implementation isn't as good as it could be. The jaw will drop out if unscrewed too far (which I've never had happen with an adjustable before), and it rattles a bit loosely when folded up.
It's clever, but it's not done well enough to justify it's not very cheap price tag.
Post by: jogler on 25 March, 2011, 11:46:37 am
Bought two of these
Wiggle | Cateye Rear Carrier Mounting Light Spares
(http://www.wiggle.co.uk/cateye-rear-carrier-mounting/)
same again
Post by: CrinklyLion on 29 March, 2011, 12:05:33 am
The chain is somewhat cleaner than the rest of the bike right now....
Post by: Kim on 29 March, 2011, 12:11:23 am
Even indoors on a turbo-trainer. :o No, I've no idea how.
Post by: Manotea on 29 March, 2011, 12:20:25 am
Post by: BrianI on 29 March, 2011, 07:23:51 pm
Post by: Kim on 06 April, 2011, 02:08:44 am
Post by: Jurek on 06 April, 2011, 06:37:18 am
Post by: nmcgann on 06 April, 2011, 08:11:33 am
That sorts itself out depressingly quickly, I find.
Even indoors on a turbo-trainer. :o No, I've no idea how.
...and chain wear continues too. I wore out a chain over the winter with turbo use only. Well lubed, no grit or grot, but it still stretched 1/16in.
Post by: PaulF on 06 April, 2011, 08:52:27 am
Post by: matthew on 06 April, 2011, 09:12:32 am
We went to D-Tek and all I got were a set of £5 B-Twin mudguards when we stopped off at Decathlon on the way home.
What :o , tell us the secret of how you protected your credit cards, locked in a bank vault ... sealed in a nuclear bunker... launched into orbit with the astronauts going to the ISS. ???
Post by: Rhys W on 06 April, 2011, 09:13:00 am
Post by: Butterfly on 06 April, 2011, 09:17:25 am
Well, I guess it might be down to what Barakta either got or is planning to get...We went to D-Tek and all I got were a set of £5 B-Twin mudguards when we stopped off at Decathlon on the way home.
What :o , tell us the secret of how you protected your credit cards, locked in a bank vault ... sealed in a nuclear bunker... launched into orbit with the astronauts going to the ISS. ???
Post by: Wendy on 06 April, 2011, 09:18:54 am
Two 1.5kg tubs of Torq energy drink (lemon/lime & orange). Since I tried this stuff I can't go back to the artificially-sweetened brands, and these should last me the better part of a year.
Funnily enough I just ordered some via our club. Wonder if it's nice?
Post by: MattH on 06 April, 2011, 12:32:41 pm
Two 1.5kg tubs of Torq energy drink (lemon/lime & orange). Since I tried this stuff I can't go back to the artificially-sweetened brands
Who on earth decided that what was really missing from a bottle whose main ingredient is sugar (93% on the one I have here) and salt (2%) powder was some saccharine?
Post by: jogler on 06 April, 2011, 02:59:43 pm
Post by: nightrider on 06 April, 2011, 03:15:13 pm
Post by: Greenbank on 06 April, 2011, 04:00:08 pm
Post by: corshamjim on 06 April, 2011, 06:33:52 pm
Post by: Rhys W on 06 April, 2011, 08:14:13 pm
Two 1.5kg tubs of Torq energy drink (lemon/lime & orange). Since I tried this stuff I can't go back to the artificially-sweetened brands, and these should last me the better part of a year.
Funnily enough I just ordered some via our club. Wonder if it's nice?
It may taste strange at first, if you're used to the artificially-sweetened type. I get through about 3 bottles a week in summer, so the more natural the better imho.
Post by: hulver on 06 April, 2011, 10:13:11 pm
Post by: itsbruce on 07 April, 2011, 12:04:41 am
Post by: Quint on 07 April, 2011, 07:25:42 pm
We went to D-Tek and all I got were a set of £5 B-Twin mudguards when we stopped off at Decathlon on the way home.
What :o , tell us the secret of how you protected your credit cards, locked in a bank vault ... sealed in a nuclear bunker... launched into orbit with the astronauts going to the ISS. ???
Post by: Kim on 07 April, 2011, 08:09:42 pm
Post by: TimO on 08 April, 2011, 09:07:42 am
It took a while to get hold of this, primarily since Parcel Force left it with a neighbour, but didn't bother with anything silly, like actually telling me. :-\
Post by: Greenbank on 08 April, 2011, 01:09:47 pm
Post by: Feline on 08 April, 2011, 09:26:05 pm
Today I ordered yet another set of M520s, as barakta has some shoes in need of cleats and is aiming to have something in need of pedals in the near future...
Hehe, arn't you meant to get the bike before the pedals and cleats? ;D
Post by: gaz2k on 09 April, 2011, 05:33:18 pm
today i bought myself some continental sport contact tyres for my mtb,they look a bit odd on the bike being so slim but are much faster
only using them during the summer,then back on with the continental travel contacts for the extra grip.
other latest purchase this week was some new headset bearings,for a cool £2.50 ;D
Post by: Kim on 09 April, 2011, 05:38:40 pm
Hehe, arn't you meant to get the bike before the pedals and cleats? ;D
Nahh, that's the frustrating way round. And we do have a tandem...
Post by: Butterfly on 09 April, 2011, 05:40:56 pm
We obtained an IQ Cyo for the tandem :D. And some other stuff, which clarion will probably list later ;D
Post by: corshamjim on 09 April, 2011, 06:26:42 pm
I was fortunate to get a little tax rebate today, so I treated myself to some new bits & bobs including a Minoura workstand. I've been thinking of getting one for ages mainly to make cleaning the bikes easier.
Post by: arvid on 10 April, 2011, 10:59:32 am
today i bought myself some continental sport contact tyres for my mtb,they look a bit odd on the bike being so slim but are much faster
only using them during the summer,then back on with the continental travel contacts for the extra grip.
You mean the 32-559 Sport Contacts? I have a pair that's free to a good home, but they're in the Netherlands.
I used them for less than 100km (because I reckon they're about as slow as Marathon Pluses).
Post by: andygates on 10 April, 2011, 11:53:31 am
New chain, win!
Need to go back for a new cassette now... >:(
Post by: MattH on 11 April, 2011, 11:57:57 am
It's been a while since I bought a Shimano rear mech. HFM? :o
There also seems to be a distinct lack of mid-range Deore or LX level components around. Still, managed to pick up an SLX from Merlin at a not too painful £33. The LX on my MTB only cost £23, I'm sure the XT on my audax bike was only about £30.
Post by: Feline on 11 April, 2011, 12:13:31 pm
Post by: tiermat on 11 April, 2011, 12:49:35 pm
There also seems to be a distinct lack of mid-range Deore or LX level components around. Still, managed to pick up an SLX from Merlin at a not too painful £33. The LX on my MTB only cost £23, I'm sure the XT on my audax bike was only about £30.
SLX is LX, rebranded for the hybrid market
Post by: MattH on 11 April, 2011, 01:24:17 pm
Post by: Quint on 12 April, 2011, 01:26:34 pm
At Wiggle, LX or SLX are both pushing £50, they don't have any standard Deore stuff. CRC are £35 for standard Deore (not that there is anything wrong with Deore, I just expected it to be around £25). Getting old and complaining about how much cheaper things were when ah were a lad I guess :(
Post by: Feline on 12 April, 2011, 01:29:19 pm
No Haribo today but there was a small energy gel sample :thumbsup:
Post by: perpetual dan on 12 April, 2011, 01:52:26 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 12 April, 2011, 02:26:30 pm
Now I just need to figure out where to fit the rear lights in the absence of the rack (my bike is nekkid!) and work out of I can do something to stop the bike computer stopping working whenever I switch the lights on....
Post by: Feline on 12 April, 2011, 03:34:07 pm
A(nother!) new lh bb cup, some brake pads for the rear disk (all fitted), the brakes tweaked and the front mech adjusted so that she shifts down onto the granny ring a bit more promptly and reliably and will actually will shift up onto the big ring again, and a general checkover pre-FNRttC. Plus a couple of new spare tubes in a more appropriate size given the somewhat narrower new tyres that I bought a bit back. £53 all in, including labour. I don't think that's too shabby at all.
Now I just need to figure out where to fit the rear lights in the absence of the rack (my bike is nekkid!) and work out of I can do something to stop the bike computer stopping working whenever I switch the lights on....
if you mount the computer a bit in front of the bars on one of these it seems to stop the interference:
Acor Single Bracket Carbon Bar Extension - AHB2711 - £14.79 | Dotbike
(http://www.dotbike.com/p/8041)
there are cheaper extension brackets but this one is awesomely solid and very light.
Post by: Simonb on 12 April, 2011, 03:37:52 pm
Untested as yet, but will be popping some into the water bottle for my 85km (weekly!) commute.
Post by: TimO on 12 April, 2011, 04:30:37 pm
Post by: GruB on 12 April, 2011, 06:16:04 pm
A Exposure Flare rear light with the rechargeable batteries / charger.
Post by: Deano on 18 April, 2011, 12:27:50 pm
Sam Cycling (http://www.samcycling.com/clement-retro-team-cycling-p-588.html)
...after seeing a chap wearing one on yesterday's Spring Into the Dales. I've been wanting another cap ferrages, but I didn't see any that weren't hideously wrong or ridiculously overpriced until this one.
I've never heard of the shop before, and I'm not convinced I would have used them if I could have bought it anywhere else. There's no "about" section on the site, and God knows why they needed a DOB from me :-/
Post by: MattH on 18 April, 2011, 02:44:57 pm
Post by: Deano on 18 April, 2011, 03:32:39 pm
Post by: CAMRAMan on 19 April, 2011, 08:20:42 am
* A Pompino frameset off Gene Hunt
* 2 Schwalbe Delta Cruiser 700x28 gumwall tyres & inner tubes
* A Satori stem riser
* An amoeba stem
* A tan Vavert saddle
* Faux tan leather bar tape
* 2 faux tan leather arm patches to fettle into mudflaps
I'm currently trying to buy a front & rear wheel off separate forumites & then the fun can begin. It has to be completed before SWMBO returns from Hungary.
The look I'm aiming for is a tan and British racing green combo.
Post by: tiermat on 19 April, 2011, 04:40:55 pm
Onto my purchase today, a set of small Ergon grips for gripshirt to complete Mrs T's bike
Other things have got in the way of me fitting them tho :(
Post by: bloomers100 on 19 April, 2011, 06:04:47 pm
come on memwns or is 9 too young?
Post by: Adam on 19 April, 2011, 06:16:27 pm
The very helpful chap asked if I wanted a Dura-Ace 7900 10 speed cassette that they'd got lying around which no-one had bought. This is the one with 4 titanium sprockets, and retails for £160. I got it for £60!!
Post by: Adrian on 19 April, 2011, 06:19:11 pm
I fitted a new chain to my bike and then found it was slipping slightly which wasn't surprising, as it's the third chain using that cassette, so I popped down to my LBS to get a chain whip and to see what cassettes they had.
The very helpful chap asked if I wanted a Dura-Ace 7900 10 speed cassette that they'd got lying around which no-one had bought. This is the one with 4 titanium sprockets, and retails for £160. I got it for £60!!
Now that is a bit of a result
Post by: DrMekon on 20 April, 2011, 09:43:30 am
8 Shimano Anti Fray End for Inner Cable
1 Shimano TLFC21 Chainwheel Peg Spanner
1 SRAM PowerLink Gold for 9 Speed Chains
1 Shimano Pear Nipple Brake Inner Cable Wire
1 Fiber Fix Emergency Replacement Spoke
1 Shimano Cantilever Link Wire D Type 95 mm Extension - Each
1 Shimano SIS 1.2 mm Gear Inner Cable Wire
5 Cable Tie Black 200 mm Long - Reusable
1 Shimano Deore 104 mm PCD 4 Arm Outer Chainring Alloy 48T
Out of interest, how hooked do people let their chainrings get? My outer ring has done 6000km, but with a very anal cleaning and chain replacement schedule. It looks a little bit worn on some, but not all of the teeth. It's a Deore Hollowtech II 48T outer. I've gone for another. Although I could have saved money going for an unramped jobbie, I have bad memories of an unramped and silly coloured Milddleburn outer I bought in the early 90's. Every shift felt like I had been the victim of luddite direct action.
Post by: rower40 on 20 April, 2011, 11:02:17 pm
A Micro-SD card containing all UK roads for my Garmin Etrex. Saves all that tedious faffing about
Post by: Butterfly on 21 April, 2011, 11:07:50 pm
One pair of 2011 sonoma shoes - the 2010 ones were too pale. :)
Post by: corshamjim on 21 April, 2011, 11:26:59 pm
Anyway, it's fitted now and does the job great. :thumbsup: I'm ready now for my next trip to the post-office.
Post by: Andrew Br on 25 April, 2011, 09:27:29 pm
Then, because I was directed to the One-On site by a friend who is thinking about an 11-speed Alfine Pompetamine, I came across this;- Smart Lunar 35 Lux Front Light / Black £15.99 (http://www.on-one.co.uk/i/q/LISMRT35FR/smart-lunar-35-lux-front-light). So I ordered it.
I've also bid on a (probably) fake Garmin-Cervelo LS top on Ebay from a Chinese supplier. It's in the same colours as the Lusso shirt.
I love the Team Sky colours but I won't wear anything with their name or logo on it.
I've got a Garmin so the new top is (tenuously) appropriate ;) .
Post by: L CC on 26 April, 2011, 01:36:29 pm
Excellent.
Post by: Wowbagger on 26 April, 2011, 04:45:57 pm
Post by: perpetual dan on 26 April, 2011, 08:16:44 pm
Post by: TimO on 26 April, 2011, 09:19:01 pm
Last of the big spender, that's me. :)
Post by: Dinamo on 26 April, 2011, 09:39:13 pm
Post by: CAMRAMan on 26 April, 2011, 09:59:01 pm
Post by: Chris L on 27 April, 2011, 02:08:26 pm
(If you want to follow me down the path of folding pedal enlightenment, Action Bikes In Wimbledon had two sets. I bought one, so there should be the other one left for you - I don't think they're a fast moving line given the state of the packaging. He's got them marked up as Was £35, Now £XX. I got mine for £20 after a bit of haggling.)
Post by: Feline on 27 April, 2011, 02:18:27 pm
WalkyDog®: General Mounting Instructions (http://www.walky.co.uk/walky-dog-mounting.html)
The cheaper one I've been using for the last few months wasn't really upto the torque strength of a Border Collie who thinks she is a sledge dog and a mad Cockapoo also attached to the end of the same pole. This one has a more robust looking seatpost clamp so I am hoping I can tighten it enough to prevent rotation and wiggling loose. Some minor fettling using elasticated leads will be needed to adapt it for 2 dogs not 1. Fortunately my Cockapoo, Google was trained to run on the left of my bike on a normal lead looped on the bars before I got a 2nd dog, so I can give him a longer lead without fear of him running into the bike. Squidge, my collie is on a mission to get everywhere first and at speed, so she tends to give me an awesome tow up the hilly bit on the way to Cheddar reservoir where we mostly go ;D
I am just going to have some lunch, fit it and take off for a few miles with the dogs to test it :)
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 27 April, 2011, 03:25:36 pm
Post by: andrewc on 27 April, 2011, 07:42:04 pm
But they are the wrong size.......and it's my fault....... :facepalm:
Post by: dasmoth on 27 April, 2011, 11:25:40 pm
Post by: clarion on 28 April, 2011, 09:51:30 am
Hmm, that Nexus dynamo could do with replacing, too... ;)
Post by: Feline on 28 April, 2011, 06:57:52 pm
Post by: AndyH on 28 April, 2011, 07:27:23 pm
High Five Zero tablets with added caffeine :o :o
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 28 April, 2011, 07:55:45 pm
Post by: ed_o_brain on 28 April, 2011, 09:06:37 pm
A Tortect ultralite rack to go on the Kona.
Post by: Andrew Br on 30 April, 2011, 10:51:08 pm
Ribble Cycles delivery of a Lusso SS shirt for Helen and some Lusso Pro-gel shorts for me arrived today.
The SS shirt's colours, IRL, weren't as they appeared on 't Web so she decided to return it.
For various other reasons, we were in the Ribble Cycles area so we called in and got a refund on the shirt.
While we were there, we looked at their show bikes.
The Bianco Sportive got the thumbs up (see here;- Women specific bike geometry. Is it BS ? (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=46540.30)) so, at some time in the near future, a purchase will be made.
Current thinking is 105 groupset (triple or compact TBD), standard wheels, narrow bars, women's saddle.
Shame that any women's saddle is extra.
Post by: Feline on 30 April, 2011, 11:10:27 pm
(http://www.pedalscyclecentre.co.uk/smsimg/32/798-2020-main-qa3000-32.jpg)
I've resisted the urge to try it out and waste a cannister. From the instructions it looks completely fool proof. The big question is how many cannisters should I pack on a 300, 300 and 600? I don't think I will risk going pumpless.
Post by: Kim on 03 May, 2011, 02:16:44 pm
Post by: Wendy on 03 May, 2011, 02:21:08 pm
New set of helemunt pads
Exposure helemunt mount
Post by: Kim on 03 May, 2011, 02:32:57 pm
The big question is how many cannisters should I pack on a 300, 300 and 600? I don't think I will risk going pumpless.
Ah, that's easy: Subtract the weight of your tyres from the weight of an equivalent pair of Schwalbe Marathons, then divide by the weight of a cartridge. If your result is negative, add that amount of CAKE as ballast.
A similar formula can be used to calculate which lock to carry for a given bike.
Post by: TimO on 03 May, 2011, 02:49:37 pm
My mini CO2 inflator gadget arrived today, it is really tiny ;D
...
I've resisted the urge to try it out and waste a cannister. From the instructions it looks completely fool proof. The big question is how many cannisters should I pack on a 300, 300 and 600? I don't think I will risk going pumpless.
That looks like the same one I've got.
I normally carry a pump, because it's useful for doing things like putting a bit of air into the tube before you try and get it into position inside the tyre. This may be possible with the inflator, but my suspicion is that it squirts the CO2 in too fast, and I'd risk bursting the inner tube!
I've yet to use more than one CO2 cartridge on a ride, but I normally carry three. That's partly because I have two of the rubber surrounds (to stop your hand freezing in use), so I sandwich a third cartridge between the two wrapped ones, and they won't clink against each other in the bag!
Before I had an inflator myself, I carried one on the first Martletts ride last year, which was Simon Legg's, and about a dozen cartridges (and 25g cartridges, which are stupidly expensive compared to 16g ones). We used three or four on that ride, but that was 120 or so people, many with randomly maintained bicycles.
Post by: clarion on 03 May, 2011, 04:18:31 pm
Happy :D
Post by: vorsprung on 03 May, 2011, 04:24:22 pm
I lost another pair last week
So I don't have any at the moment
But fortunately, derekscyclesonline. one of my preferred ebay suppliers have an extensive line of cheap sunglasses. And it is all too easy to click "buy" a couple of times
Post by: L CC on 03 May, 2011, 04:41:56 pm
I'm hoping that as I can't ride, I'll suddenly acquire an enthusiasm for fettling.
It might work.
Post by: Feline on 03 May, 2011, 08:51:10 pm
My mini CO2 inflator gadget arrived today, it is really tiny ;D
...
I've resisted the urge to try it out and waste a cannister. From the instructions it looks completely fool proof. The big question is how many cannisters should I pack on a 300, 300 and 600? I don't think I will risk going pumpless.
That looks like the same one I've got.
I normally carry a pump, because it's useful for doing things like putting a bit of air into the tube before you try and get it into position inside the tyre. This may be possible with the inflator, but my suspicion is that it squirts the CO2 in too fast, and I'd risk bursting the inner tube!
I've yet to use more than one CO2 cartridge on a ride, but I normally carry three. That's partly because I have two of the rubber surrounds (to stop your hand freezing in use), so I sandwich a third cartridge between the two wrapped ones, and they won't clink against each other in the bag!
Before I had an inflator myself, I carried one on the first Martletts ride last year, which was Simon Legg's, and about a dozen cartridges (and 25g cartridges, which are stupidly expensive compared to 16g ones). We used three or four on that ride, but that was 120 or so people, many with randomly maintained bicycles.
Thanks for data!
I like Kim's forumla too ;D
I'm thinking I will probably take 2 cartridges on a 300 and 3 on a 400 and 600 or any ride I might want to pump up other people's tyres too. I bought a pack of 20 x 16g cartridges which seem to be about right for obtaining 120psi.
Post by: TimO on 03 May, 2011, 10:38:43 pm
Post by: spesh on 03 May, 2011, 10:49:33 pm
Post by: Jaded on 04 May, 2011, 09:31:23 am
Post by: Wendy on 04 May, 2011, 09:32:49 am
Ordered some wheels. :thumbsup:Nice!! Tell us some more please?
Post by: Andyf on 04 May, 2011, 09:47:10 am
Post by: rafletcher on 04 May, 2011, 02:22:32 pm
Assos winter glove system from Wiggle at end of line discount'ish prices.
And eBayed for Assos Roubaix & Assos Intermediate jerseys (so now I have 2 of each), plus a climajet gilet. All at less than half new prices.
Just the Assos bib-knickers that I'm still bidding on! That'll be my second pair of those too.
Post by: Feline on 04 May, 2011, 03:19:25 pm
I am going to clean the chain on my dog walking bike for the first time ever now ;D
Then I'm going to give the Sabbath's chain a good going over with the Prolink gold to get rid of the old lube, and see if this runs as nice and smoothly as people say it does :)
Post by: Kim on 04 May, 2011, 06:10:00 pm
Post by: jogler on 04 May, 2011, 06:16:30 pm
Post by: Jaded on 04 May, 2011, 06:21:24 pm
Ordered some wheels. :thumbsup:Nice!! Tell us some more please?
Open Pros on 105 hubs, 32 spoke. From Hewitts.
Not special, but they do what I want - they are to replace my nearly worn out ones, which have done 7,000 miles and I don't trust the rims for much longer. They'll do as spares. The wheels are for Audaxing and the occasional cycle camp!
Post by: Feline on 04 May, 2011, 09:40:39 pm
Do these (http://twitpic.com/4tc00m) count?
The photo you were looking for no longer exists :'(
Post by: andrewc on 04 May, 2011, 09:46:49 pm
Do these (http://twitpic.com/4tc00m) count?
The photo you were looking for no longer exists :'(
That's a lorra, lorra, rail tickets........
You are Phileas Fogg AICFP.......
Post by: Kim on 04 May, 2011, 10:06:10 pm
The photo you were looking for no longer exists :'(
Probably twitpic having a moment. It's still there as far as I can see.
You are Phileas Fogg AICFP.......
Have 'bent will travel...
Post by: Jurek on 05 May, 2011, 02:36:27 pm
Two pairs of.
In blue.
mmmmmmmmmmmm
Post by: Feline on 05 May, 2011, 04:36:25 pm
Assos 3/4 roubaix bibs.
Two pairs of.
In blue.
mmmmmmmmmmmm
:o :o :thumbsup:
Post by: Butterfly on 05 May, 2011, 05:16:40 pm
Assos 3/4 roubaix bibs.
Two pairs of.
In blue.
mmmmmmmmmmmm
:o 2 pairs?! I didn't know there was that much money! :o
Post by: clarion on 05 May, 2011, 08:33:38 pm
Budget stretches to dhb not Assos, mind...
Post by: jogler on 05 May, 2011, 08:53:27 pm
I called in the lbs for 4 26x1.6 inner tubes.This represented quite a dollop of luggage & I didn't fancy squeezing them in my rack pack & lugging 'em round for another 90km so,because they were very low on stock the Owner's Son put 'em in a bag & stored them under the counter for me to collect in the next few days.
You don't get that on the internet do you
Long live the lbs :thumbsup:
Post by: Kim on 05 May, 2011, 09:00:04 pm
so,because they were very low on stock the Owner's Son put 'em in a bag & stored them under the counter for me to collect in the next few days.
You don't get that on the internet do you
I think the internet version would be CityLink storing them for you to collect over the next few days in a depot 30 miles away...
Post by: YahudaMoon on 05 May, 2011, 09:00:15 pm
I think these are the best you'll get for the money. A classic wheel build imoOrdered some wheels. :thumbsup:Nice!! Tell us some more please?
Open Pros on 105 hubs, 32 spoke. From Hewitts.
Not special, but they do what I want - they are to replace my nearly worn out ones, which have done 7,000 miles and I don't trust the rims for much longer. They'll do as spares. The wheels are for Audaxing and the occasional cycle camp!
Post by: trio25 on 05 May, 2011, 09:16:38 pm
Post by: Jurek on 05 May, 2011, 09:17:57 pm
.... and I thought I deserve at least one rapha top?
You do.
Post by: trio25 on 05 May, 2011, 09:32:38 pm
.... and I thought I deserve at least one rapha top?
You do.
Thank you I will explain this to my OH when the credit card bill is spotted!
Post by: YahudaMoon on 05 May, 2011, 09:34:57 pm
:)
Post by: clarion on 05 May, 2011, 09:46:45 pm
About to buy some bibtights.
Budget stretches to dhb not Assos, mind...
And bought some new humvees, too (and some p*nct*re patches).
Post by: jogler on 05 May, 2011, 09:47:02 pm
My Rapha top arrived today, never bought such an expensive top although it was half price and I thought I deserve at least one rapha top?
Is it pink?
If not how will I recognise you en audax route?
:)
Post by: Feline on 05 May, 2011, 10:29:32 pm
I was having great difficulty deciding whether to order Carradice expedition Bagman and Camper Longflap, or Tubus rack with Carradice Super C panniers. I think I wouldl use both in different circumstances. So I just ordered all of the above ;D
Also ordered some toe straps (for luggage use not toes) and moar KoolStop salmon brake pads.
Then I ordered the titanium Jetboil stove I have been lusting after.
And the Laser Photon 1 tent. My Snugpak sleeping bag is on it's way already.
I think all I am missing now for my lightweight camping set up is the pillow.
I am considering taking all this lot to the Sem Fed in August :)
Post by: Jurek on 05 May, 2011, 10:34:00 pm
I just had an epic spending spree.
I was having great difficulty deciding whether to order Carradice expedition Bagman and Camper Longflap, or Tubus rack with Carradice Super C panniers. I think I wouldl use both in different circumstances. So I just ordered all of the above ;D
Also ordered some toe straps (for luggage use not toes) and moar KoolStop salmon brake pads.
Then I ordered the titanium Jetboil stove I have been lusting after.
And the Laser Photon 1 tent. My Snugpak sleeping bag is on it's way already.
I think all I am missing now for my lightweight camping set up is the pillow.
I am considering taking all this lot to the Sem Fed in August :)
Kerching! ;D
Post by: Feline on 05 May, 2011, 10:38:27 pm
I just had an epic spending spree.
I was having great difficulty deciding whether to order Carradice expedition Bagman and Camper Longflap, or Tubus rack with Carradice Super C panniers. I think I wouldl use both in different circumstances. So I just ordered all of the above ;D
Also ordered some toe straps (for luggage use not toes) and moar KoolStop salmon brake pads.
Then I ordered the titanium Jetboil stove I have been lusting after.
And the Laser Photon 1 tent. My Snugpak sleeping bag is on it's way already.
I think all I am missing now for my lightweight camping set up is the pillow.
I am considering taking all this lot to the Sem Fed in August :)
Kerching! ;D
Yeah, I've just done about £600 worth of damage to my credit card hehe.
Post by: TheLurker on 06 May, 2011, 08:36:21 am
Post by: trio25 on 06 May, 2011, 05:54:53 pm
My Rapha top arrived today, never bought such an expensive top although it was half price and I thought I deserve at least one rapha top?
Is it pink?
If not how will I recognise you en audax route?
:)
Sorry Blue, I'll have to wear something else pink!
Post by: jogler on 06 May, 2011, 06:41:00 pm
Post by: BrianI on 08 May, 2011, 03:44:08 pm
£25 cheaper than trying to find a new pair of shoes which may or may not have better arch support.
Hopefully these will mean I'll be a High Performance cyclist with them in! :thumbsup:
Post by: Canardly on 09 May, 2011, 08:25:46 pm
I just had an epic spending spree.
I was having great difficulty deciding whether to order Carradice expedition Bagman and Camper Longflap, or Tubus rack with Carradice Super C panniers. I think I wouldl use both in different circumstances. So I just ordered all of the above ;D
Also ordered some toe straps (for luggage use not toes) and moar KoolStop salmon brake pads.
Then I ordered the titanium Jetboil stove I have been lusting after.
And the Laser Photon 1 tent. My Snugpak sleeping bag is on it's way already.
I think all I am missing now for my lightweight camping set up is the pillow.
I am considering taking all this lot to the Sem Fed in August :)
Remind me to ask you for early shopping warnings Fel........ ???
Post by: smurphboy on 09 May, 2011, 08:26:25 pm
Post by: BrianI on 09 May, 2011, 08:32:56 pm
Carradice Barley (black) arrived today...just need to work out how to fit it.
I've got one of those too! Currently fitted to my non brooks road bike using the Carradice SQR system, but that is rather heavy and bulky, so I'll see about fettling something up! :thumbsup:
Post by: smurphboy on 09 May, 2011, 08:40:26 pm
Carradice Barley (black) arrived today...just need to work out how to fit it.
I've got one of those too! Currently fitted to my non brooks road bike using the Carradice SQR system, but that is rather heavy and bulky, so I'll see about fettling something up! :thumbsup:
Do let me know if you figure it out. I'm looking at the Bagman Quick Release.
Post by: itsbruce on 09 May, 2011, 08:57:39 pm
Post by: corshamjim on 09 May, 2011, 09:24:29 pm
Post by: itsbruce on 09 May, 2011, 09:47:01 pm
Post by: corshamjim on 09 May, 2011, 09:48:26 pm
Post by: Doosh on 10 May, 2011, 12:40:50 am
Post by: Feline on 10 May, 2011, 11:50:36 am
Carradice Super C panniers
QR clips to go with them
Tubus rack
Some toe straps (for luggage)
Carradice Bagman expedition support
Koolstop Salmon brake pads
;D
My Carradice Camper longflap is on back order.
The panniers look really nice and go well with my super C Barley and super C bar bag, I have a matching set ;D
They do feel quite heavy even when empty though. My new camping gear is so small I might actually only need to use one pannier unless I am away for a week or so. I am considering going to the Sem Fed with my local CTC group which is why I decided to get panniers as well as my more streamlined Camper Longflap set up.
Post by: Quint on 10 May, 2011, 01:54:57 pm
Is it a plane, is it a bird, nope its Super Kevin (sorry :facepalm:)
;D
Post by: cycleman on 10 May, 2011, 04:57:04 pm
Post by: Quint on 10 May, 2011, 05:17:04 pm
Post by: DrMekon on 10 May, 2011, 11:03:58 pm
Post by: Kim on 11 May, 2011, 12:36:51 am
Post by: Basil on 11 May, 2011, 12:44:24 am
A couple of pairs of Aldi mitts.
Kim, is Aldi the one on the Brissle Road, near you? (I always get confused between Aldi and Lidl and rock up at the wrong one)
And were there any left?
Post by: Adrian on 11 May, 2011, 08:03:36 am
(http://www.aldi.co.uk/uk/html/layout_img/head_logo.gif) (http://www.astrasec.com/images/logos/lidl.gif)
Kim, is Aldi the one on the Brissle Road, near you? (I always get confused between Aldi and Lidl and rock up at the wrong one)
Post by: Kim on 11 May, 2011, 01:30:38 pm
Kim, is Aldi the one on the Brissle Road, near you? (I always get confused between Aldi and Lidl and rock up at the wrong one)
And were there any left?
That's the one, yes.
A fairly reasonable selection of mitts as of yesterday evening: I was able to bag a couple of pairs of medium in BLACK after sifting through several of size large in assorted colours, so you're probably in luck.
Not so much of the other stuff, unless you're after a cheesy cable lock (of which they had many), a set of cheapo blinkies or 406 Schrader inner tubes. Oh and helmets, lots of helmets.
Post by: IanDG on 11 May, 2011, 08:40:01 pm
Post by: IanDG on 11 May, 2011, 10:11:25 pm
Post by: clarion on 12 May, 2011, 08:37:07 am
Post by: Deano on 12 May, 2011, 04:27:14 pm
Post by: Feline on 12 May, 2011, 05:23:19 pm
A 26T TA chain ring for my Fuji. I want to use this bike as my commuter but the current 30T is not a low enough gear for the lumpy bit in the middle of the route (Cheddar Gorge and the Mendips). The 26T should give me a great gear range as well as making it possible to use that bike for a spot of touring now I have my Panniers and camping gear :thumbsup:
Post by: BrianI on 13 May, 2011, 12:04:27 pm
I had actually popped into Aldi to see if they had any Household Ammonia
No household ammonia, but they did seem to have some cycling stuff left! Came away with two pairs of mitts, one red, one blue to match the aldi cycling jerseys I bought a few years ago (1 blue, one red). The gloves are surprisingly more comfy than my other more expensive pair!
Also came away with an ultralight cycling jacket, probably no where near rain resistant, but it'll probably do as an emergency wind proof layer. Folds up nice and small!
Also a new Bikemate branded Bicycle Computer, loads of functions on it, and nice and cheap!
:thumbsup:
Post by: MattH on 13 May, 2011, 12:09:16 pm
So I ended up riding to the LBS to pick up a new pair (tried on lots, ended up with an updated version of the Spec BG Gel ones I've used for ages), which I wore home and have now just given a wash to soften them up a bit and get rid of some of the black bits that were making my white bar tape grubby.
Post by: Feline on 13 May, 2011, 01:24:19 pm
Also my Sea-to-Summit silk sleeping bag liner and an elastic camping washing line. I'm just about fully prepared now for a first cycle camping effort at some point!
Post by: PaulF on 13 May, 2011, 01:27:38 pm
Post by: Kim on 13 May, 2011, 02:12:50 pm
No household ammonia, but they did seem to have some cycling stuff left! Came away with two pairs of mitts, one red, one blue to match the aldi cycling jerseys I bought a few years ago (1 blue, one red). The gloves are surprisingly more comfy than my other more expensive pair!
I'm a big fan of Aldi mitts. They do the job just fine, and at 3 quid a pair you can happily abuse them with your zero-tolerence cleaning method of choice and bin them when they start to disintegrate. :thumbsup:
Post by: Wendy on 13 May, 2011, 03:10:54 pm
Post by: corshamjim on 13 May, 2011, 06:09:46 pm
Post by: Giraffe on 14 May, 2011, 09:51:24 pm
Also a Bosch hedge trimmer, but it's mains so limited range when mounted on the bike!
Post by: GruB on 16 May, 2011, 08:47:30 pm
Looked at the Dura Ace bling carbon caged one but then was good and sensible and bought the one that was just as good but 30g heavier but in all reality no difference in performance ( according to the reviews ).
Post by: CAMRAMan on 19 May, 2011, 10:49:54 am
Post by: itsbruce on 19 May, 2011, 11:27:09 am
Halo Aerotrack rear wheel with double-fixed hub (purple).
Halo 120mm-130mm hub axle conversion kit
Halo Aerorage front wheel (white)
Rim tape
Post by: pcolbeck on 19 May, 2011, 01:01:35 pm
Post by: Polar Bear on 19 May, 2011, 08:49:23 pm
Post by: bloomers100 on 19 May, 2011, 08:50:09 pm
Keen Commuter ii spd sandals arrived in the post today :o
Post by: Feline on 19 May, 2011, 09:21:44 pm
Post by: Rhys W on 19 May, 2011, 09:53:48 pm
Post by: Wendy on 19 May, 2011, 09:59:15 pm
A bottle of Progold Prolink from an ebay seller. My bike will get cleaned on Saturday, then I'll see what the fuss is about!
I bought a 32oz bottle the other week. Hope that reassures... :P
Post by: Redlight on 19 May, 2011, 10:17:42 pm
Post by: corshamjim on 19 May, 2011, 10:28:41 pm
I can't imagine what I could have done to break the old one. ::-) It's not as though I've been towing a trailer full of camping gear up Welsh hills or anything!
I will endeavour to repair the old (actually not so old) one, but want to get back on the road ASAP so I'll end up with a spare should I end up breaking the new one too. The way I get through them I give it about 8 weeks. Messrs Sturmey and Archer must love me! ;D
Post by: Andrew Br on 20 May, 2011, 01:32:31 am
So now have a life-times supply of Conotrane arse cream, a job lot of Ibuprofen and some travel sickness tablets for the dog. :thumbsup:
Was it a good swap ? ;)
Post by: citoyen on 20 May, 2011, 01:10:56 pm
d.
Post by: dasmoth on 23 May, 2011, 09:50:25 am
Post by: jogler on 23 May, 2011, 10:07:12 am
These are to go on my bling bike to make it a bit less bling and a bit more audax-worthy.
my full carbon bike is also morphing into something suitable for audax.
it has Crud gaurds as yours,a map trap,Brooks saddle,Carradice saddlebag,seak skinz sox & Shimano sandals.
I did have a beard at one time but not atm
Post by: corshamjim on 23 May, 2011, 12:18:17 pm
On the subject of de-blinging bicycles I took the bling stickers off the wheels of my Trek Pilot on Saturday too. It looks a lot more like a proper bicycle now - will be even better when I can put some bling-free tyres on it too. I don't suppose I'll be able entirely to eradicate the word "Bontrager" from it but I'll have a jolly good try at it.
Post by: Feline on 23 May, 2011, 12:22:43 pm
Post by: perpetual dan on 23 May, 2011, 12:45:52 pm
Post by: Jurek on 23 May, 2011, 01:30:56 pm
Post by: IanDG on 23 May, 2011, 02:51:26 pm
Post by: itsbruce on 23 May, 2011, 07:12:32 pm
(http://www.velodromeshop.org.uk/images/products/preview/330-6699.jpg)
Post by: IanDG on 23 May, 2011, 09:27:48 pm
FSA Gimondi Chainset (http://www.velodromeshop.org.uk/index.php?p=product&id=1085) for the new fixed project.
(http://www.velodromeshop.org.uk/images/products/preview/330-6699.jpg)
I bought one of them in March. Going to turn it to a double for L'eroica, then revert to fixed afterwards. It has a lovely retro look to it :)
Post by: trio25 on 24 May, 2011, 07:36:56 am
CycleSurgery.com - Timeout Tuesday (http://www.cyclesurgery.com/timeout-tuesday/content/fcp-content)
Post by: MattH on 24 May, 2011, 08:03:41 am
Post by: marcusjb on 24 May, 2011, 08:11:16 am
Thanks - Continental and Panaracer all included, so GP4S at £20 each :thumbsup:
Good call - just stocked up on 28mm GPS4S - real bargain.
Post by: itsbruce on 24 May, 2011, 09:56:50 am
FSA Gimondi Chainset (http://www.velodromeshop.org.uk/index.php?p=product&id=1085) for the new fixed project.
(http://www.velodromeshop.org.uk/images/products/preview/330-6699.jpg)
I bought one of them in March. Going to turn it to a double for L'eroica, then revert to fixed afterwards. It has a lovely retro look to it :)
Very much :) Since I'm converting an 80s frame, I thought I'd go for that kind of look (and 3/32" instead of 1/8"). If I ever change the chainring, I'll need to find something that is in keeping. TA and Surly both seem to have good matches, at the moment.
I wish finding the right bars/stem/brake combination were as easy.
Post by: TimO on 26 May, 2011, 02:47:35 pm
I just ordered a pair of red hubs, which at some point in the future can be used to make some red wheels, to make Red even redder!
I just need to find some red rims and spokes.
Post by: Kim on 26 May, 2011, 02:49:46 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 26 May, 2011, 02:55:12 pm
Also a nice cup of tea with the delightful Paul Smith :).
Post by: clarion on 26 May, 2011, 02:59:19 pm
Wish I were shopping for bike bits instead of writing letters to complete numpties :(
Post by: L CC on 26 May, 2011, 03:00:04 pm
You never know when you might want to use some.
Post by: tiermat on 26 May, 2011, 03:01:04 pm
Brakes.
You never know when you might want to use some.
Something tha tis better to fit BEFORE you need them, than after :)
Post by: TimO on 27 May, 2011, 01:53:35 pm
Whether they've actually got any stock, and how well they work, remains to be seen, but I'm willing to try it out, and if it works OK, I'll probably buy some more.
Post by: Feline on 27 May, 2011, 02:04:51 pm
I just ordered one of these (http://www.integratedtrackers.com/GPSTrack/Products.jsp) GPS tracking lights.
Whether they've actually got any stock, and how well they work, remains to be seen, but I'm willing to try it out, and if it works OK, I'll probably buy some more.
That looks a really excellent little gizmo TimO, please let us know how you get on with it!
It would be handy to know whether the tracking website works on a mobile phone's browser.
Post by: JT on 27 May, 2011, 02:26:23 pm
I just ordered one of these (http://www.integratedtrackers.com/GPSTrack/Products.jsp) GPS tracking lights.
Whether they've actually got any stock, and how well they work, remains to be seen, but I'm willing to try it out, and if it works OK, I'll probably buy some more.
Nifty gadget but the website doesn't inspire confidence that the company and their free website/alert service will be around very long.
Post by: L CC on 27 May, 2011, 03:58:05 pm
I just ordered one of these (http://www.integratedtrackers.com/GPSTrack/Products.jsp) GPS tracking lights.That looks very like what we used on farm machinery that had a tendancy to "stray".
Whether they've actually got any stock, and how well they work, remains to be seen, but I'm willing to try it out, and if it works OK, I'll probably buy some more.
It worked well enough that we recovered a JCB & 2 Kubota RTVs.
We also got a shedload of texts telling us things we didn't need to know when numpties in the field forgot to turn it off...
Post by: TimO on 27 May, 2011, 05:31:08 pm
Nifty gadget but the website doesn't inspire confidence that the company and their free website/alert service will be around very long.
Whilst you need the website to do things like pretty tracking on Google Maps, you can get the device to just send you it's location via an SMS. It's totally independent of any external infrastructure for that.
You can also remotely enable or disable tracking, should you forget to set it up to trigger on movement.
Post by: CAMRAMan on 27 May, 2011, 05:35:16 pm
I ordered a pannier anti-sway hook & rail from Carradice, but all that turned up was the hook, without explanation. As it happens, I didn't want the rail, but it's still not very good service, even if they didn't charge for it.
Post by: Jaded on 27 May, 2011, 10:53:30 pm
It looks like it might be full of wheels!!!
Post by: TimO on 27 May, 2011, 10:59:19 pm
A big box arrived today whilst I was out at a meeting.
It looks like it might be full of wheels!!!
That sounds like a variation on 2001:
Quote
- Oh my God - it's full of wheels!
;D
Post by: itsbruce on 28 May, 2011, 11:31:29 pm
Post by: tiermat on 29 May, 2011, 02:07:56 pm
And I spotted Aidan(as it was he who was selling me the bike), so he does exist, despite what I may have previously stated! :)
Post by: corshamjim on 29 May, 2011, 02:21:28 pm
Post by: Domestique on 29 May, 2011, 03:50:43 pm
New bell from The Old Bicycle Co
New sunglass's from Planet X
All P&P free :)
Post by: Quint on 30 May, 2011, 11:41:50 am
Just waiting for delivery after Chain Reactions compooter disaster,
:)
Post by: marcusjb on 31 May, 2011, 09:07:19 am
4 continental 4 season 28mm tyres from cycle surgery's offer last week - £80 for 4 tyres!
More exciting is the nelson longflap from carradice (it is a Janet) that will, hopefully be big enough for my trip to France in august. Looks massive compared to my barley! I didn't want to go bigger as you do always fill whatever bag you have.
Post by: TimO on 31 May, 2011, 01:38:15 pm
That's quite impressive, given that I received it last week (on Friday I think). :-\
Post by: jogler on 31 May, 2011, 06:24:16 pm
as you do always fill whatever bag you have.
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sooo troooo
Post by: eck on 31 May, 2011, 09:47:21 pm
So, I'll be able to tell where they are, once they've been delivered. Well, ain't that just handy?
Oh, and I also bought this (http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5022/5783413456_739f71db16.jpg) from Big Al's Emporium of Cycling Delights. A van Nich Zephyr frame and forks to replace my dead Zeppelin. It was just a flying visit. I took Mrs eck for a romantic day out, but we were only there for about three hours. :thumbsup:
Post by: Analog Kid on 31 May, 2011, 10:11:38 pm
...Olympics tickets for a few weeks now....that count?
Well no, obviously, 'cos so far it's not happening...
Post by: jogler on 31 May, 2011, 10:20:18 pm
Post by: simonp on 01 June, 2011, 06:59:17 pm
Post by: PaulF on 01 June, 2011, 07:19:28 pm
Post by: PeteB99 on 01 June, 2011, 07:30:11 pm
I'll wait to see if the 6 to 8 weeks delivery time is correct or wishful thinking.
Post by: clarion on 02 June, 2011, 09:13:45 am
A 'tri-bag' I'm goingbto be so fast now :)
Could certainly speed up your jelly baby consumption. Efficiency where it matters! ;D
Post by: PaulF on 02 June, 2011, 11:19:02 am
A 'tri-bag' I'm goingbto be so fast now :)
Could certainly speed up your jelly baby consumption. Efficiency where it matters! ;D
You thought I meant riding faster? :d
Post by: Feline on 02 June, 2011, 01:49:34 pm
Some M520 SPD pedals for Fred the forum bike who I am planning to ride from London to the West country very soon.
Some new cycling sunglasses. Really pleased with them, they are Rudy Project Rydon's with photochromic polarised lenses. They are incredibly lightweight and the lenses are very nearly totally clear (20%) in dim light going up to 78% dark in bright sunlight. They should be good for all lighting conditions in the UK and may even be fine for night riding too. I don't like faffing with changing lenses and wanted something I can wear for whole audaxes. They also claim to be unbreakable, I will soon put this to the test since my last pair are in a bad state after a year of being in saddlebags, pockets, being dropped lots and even sat on when I left them on my saddle.
Post by: Ian H on 02 June, 2011, 01:52:46 pm
Post by: MattH on 02 June, 2011, 02:36:19 pm
Some new cycling sunglasses. Really pleased with them, they are Rudy Project Rydon's with photochromic polarised lenses. They are incredibly lightweight and the lenses are very nearly totally clear (20%) in dim light going up to 78% dark in bright sunlight. They should be good for all lighting conditions in the UK and may even be fine for night riding too. I don't like faffing with changing lenses and wanted something I can wear for whole audaxes. They also claim to be unbreakable, I will soon put this to the test since my last pair are in a bad state after a year of being in saddlebags, pockets, being dropped lots and even sat on when I left them on my saddle.
They are the ones I use. You can wear them through the night - the lack of faff was a big plus for me. There is almost no perceptible visual difference between wearing them and not at night
Post by: Quint on 02 June, 2011, 02:41:58 pm
Post by: Feline on 02 June, 2011, 02:47:22 pm
Some new cycling sunglasses. Really pleased with them, they are Rudy Project Rydon's with photochromic polarised lenses. They are incredibly lightweight and the lenses are very nearly totally clear (20%) in dim light going up to 78% dark in bright sunlight. They should be good for all lighting conditions in the UK and may even be fine for night riding too. I don't like faffing with changing lenses and wanted something I can wear for whole audaxes. They also claim to be unbreakable, I will soon put this to the test since my last pair are in a bad state after a year of being in saddlebags, pockets, being dropped lots and even sat on when I left them on my saddle.
They are the ones I use. You can wear them through the night - the lack of faff was a big plus for me. There is almost no perceptible visual difference between wearing them and not at night
Excellent news, thanks Matt, that is what I was hoping :thumbsup:
Post by: Aidan on 02 June, 2011, 03:34:41 pm
If I live , I may post photos
Post by: Quint on 02 June, 2011, 05:41:28 pm
Post by: tiermat on 02 June, 2011, 05:53:43 pm
N+1 was despatched today. As I have not quite informed Mrs Aidan yet of said purchase, there is a possibility that I may have less than 24 hours to live ;D
If I live , I may post photos
Where shall we send flowers to? :)
I am seriously seriously jealous (not about the being killed by your missus, mine can manage that, but of the N+1)
Post by: Aidan on 02 June, 2011, 06:11:29 pm
I have to go and see a customer in the morning then Im working from home, so I'm not sure what'll be better, a bloomin great box turning up while I'm out, or being here when it arrives. She also doesnt know about the few other bits and bobs I ordered to go with it. I am so dead ;D
I'm really excited though.
Post by: tiermat on 02 June, 2011, 06:15:29 pm
I get to unloading stuff from the car on Monday (after a Costco run), Mrs T take her first load of stuff into the garage and stands there looking, not saying a word....
Until I came back with the next load when I got the Spanish Inquisition.....
And I got told 1 in, 1 out :( How does that work then?
PS I like the sig Aidan
Post by: Aidan on 02 June, 2011, 06:19:56 pm
On Sunday I got back home and parked the bike in the garage, I *may* have forgotten to tell Mrs T the real reason I was heading out to meet you in Helmsley.;D 1 in 1 out! tell her she's got that wrong, it's 1 in, 1 in, ;D
I get to unloading stuff from the car on Monday (after a Costco run), Mrs T take her first load of stuff into the garage and stands there looking, not saying a word....
Until I came back with the next load when I got the Spanish Inquisition.....
And I got told 1 in, 1 out :( How does that work then?
PS I like the sig Aidan
The sig was Deanos fault :thumbsup:
Post by: Canardly on 02 June, 2011, 08:45:54 pm
Post by: Feline on 02 June, 2011, 08:51:41 pm
I am intrigued by this one in one out line adopted by some partners. WHY? Mate of mine has been told he can have his ti dreamboat but the rest go and the argument that different rides are for different jobs doesn't seem to work.
If anyone tried that on me the 1 in 1 out would mean new bike in and them out ;D
Post by: Quint on 02 June, 2011, 09:31:39 pm
A regular lubrication with chocs, perfume and a treat to eat does wonders (mind it helps we share a passion for pedal power)
Post by: Deano on 02 June, 2011, 09:34:03 pm
N+1 was despatched today. As I have not quite informed Mrs Aidan yet of said purchase, there is a possibility that I may have less than 24 hours to live ;D
If I live , I may post photos
Whatcha gettin'?
Post by: TimO on 02 June, 2011, 10:26:38 pm
Post by: Adrian on 02 June, 2011, 10:32:43 pm
Post by: Deano on 02 June, 2011, 10:33:16 pm
Post by: Aidan on 03 June, 2011, 03:18:18 pm
N+1 was despatched today. As I have not quite informed Mrs Aidan yet of said purchase, there is a possibility that I may have less than 24 hours to live ;D
If I live , I may post photos
Whatcha gettin'?
Pics in gallery
Post by: Aidan on 03 June, 2011, 03:20:46 pm
There was a tense moment when the courier first turned up, which turned to silent resignation after about ten minutes.
But , bless her cotton socks, when she came out to have a look, her first question was " why's it got such a fat downtube"
She's learning ;D
Oh and I'm now her slave forever
Post by: DrMekon on 03 June, 2011, 03:48:05 pm
Post by: alfapete on 04 June, 2011, 06:13:23 pm
Post by: L CC on 06 June, 2011, 02:47:55 pm
And trying to persuade Chris S to get new shorts. I've spent an awful lot of time 'admiring' that particular view this season, what with him having done <spit> training over the winter, so gaining speed as I lost it, and he really is starting to need new shorts.
Please. Get shopping man.
Post by: Kim on 06 June, 2011, 03:31:58 pm
I am intrigued by this one in one out line adopted by some partners. WHY?
Space limitation would be the sane reason...
Post by: CrinklyLion on 06 June, 2011, 03:40:40 pm
Post by: perpetual dan on 06 June, 2011, 08:49:31 pm
Post by: Wendy on 06 June, 2011, 09:16:00 pm
Not quite as good as LeeW, who last time I spoke to him had done 10,000 miles on his Quest with no oiling of the chain even,and no appreciable wear either. (Fully enclosed drive train).
Post by: corshamjim on 06 June, 2011, 09:36:56 pm
Anyway getting back on topic I'm expecting delivery of my replacement dynamo tomorrow. I'll wait until the old one becomes unbearably noisy before fitting it.
Post by: Bledlow on 06 June, 2011, 09:44:05 pm
Post by: citoyen on 06 June, 2011, 09:56:21 pm
Post by: citoyen on 06 June, 2011, 10:56:18 pm
d.
Post by: perpetual dan on 07 June, 2011, 11:31:11 pm
Inner tubes (I now ride four bikes on a regular basis, each has different tyre sizes and/or valve types :facepalm:), nuun tablets, gloves (which I think may be my fathers' day present) and pedals.
Post by: tiermat on 08 June, 2011, 02:08:23 pm
Post by: clarion on 08 June, 2011, 02:24:16 pm
Means I might have the map & directions on Sunday ;)
Post by: Butterfly on 08 June, 2011, 02:45:28 pm
Just received a new mapcase from those nice Carradice people.
Means I might have the map & directions on Sunday ;)
I don't think so. You can have a copy of the directions - The map is mine :demon: ;D
Post by: clarion on 08 June, 2011, 02:57:05 pm
I'm right :demon:
Post by: jogler on 08 June, 2011, 04:20:50 pm
Post by: cycleman on 08 June, 2011, 08:23:22 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 08 June, 2011, 09:37:33 pm
Post by: clarion on 08 June, 2011, 09:40:49 pm
But it is a very nice mapcase :)
Post by: Butterfly on 08 June, 2011, 09:43:39 pm
Post by: tiermat on 09 June, 2011, 02:58:24 pm
the front rack I ordered yesterday, I have just got an email to say that the black ones are out of stock but they have silver ones in stock. I can either wait 2 weeks or have the silver. Silver will do :)
Post by: YahudaMoon on 10 June, 2011, 01:03:46 am
So purchased pair of 23mm Panaracer Stradus Sport Tourguard for the audax bike. Ive never used Panaracer before so no idea if there as good as the Conti's ? They should be as they cost me £10 more than the Conti's. Time will tell ! The reason Ive used Gatorskins for so many years is there cheap and a excellant tyre.
Also got myself a new club jersey.
Post by: itsbruce on 10 June, 2011, 11:20:52 am
No yellow on my bikes !!!
I have a bike on which that is simply not an option.
Post by: citoyen on 10 June, 2011, 11:52:46 am
(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k170/smutchin/score.jpg)
(Not for me, though - for my son.)
d.
Post by: Mr Larrington on 10 June, 2011, 11:58:03 am
Post by: citoyen on 10 June, 2011, 12:02:03 pm
d.
Post by: itsbruce on 11 June, 2011, 11:36:32 am
Not so much a razor blade as a skewer.
Oh, that's how it works! Needs to angle the saddle up a bit more, then.
Post by: TheLurker on 14 June, 2011, 01:21:57 pm
Post by: Steve Kish on 14 June, 2011, 01:54:06 pm
Post by: Feline on 14 June, 2011, 04:15:34 pm
(http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Images/Models/Full/48897.jpg)
Post by: clarion on 14 June, 2011, 04:17:36 pm
Post by: Feline on 14 June, 2011, 04:18:43 pm
Hah! Try SMIDSYing that!
;D
Post by: itsbruce on 16 June, 2011, 02:24:41 am
Post by: LindaG on 16 June, 2011, 11:12:37 am
That'll ward off Dorisses.
;D ;D ;D ;D
Gorgeous armwarmers Feline, are you a cheshire cat by any chance?
Post by: Andrew Br on 16 June, 2011, 11:27:52 am
I've decided that the Selle Max Gel Flow on the light bike doesn't suit me whereas the cheap one on the MTB does.
So I ordered the one that was most like it, a Fizik Arione CX. For good measure, I also ordered the light that clips onto it.
And some arm-warmers.
Coming soon to "Classifieds", a barely used Selle Max.
Actually, make that a "little" used Selle Max ;)
Post by: smurphboy on 16 June, 2011, 01:56:07 pm
CRC parcel arrived with my new arm warmers. These ones are much smaller than my one-size DHB ones that will no longer stay up. I will be seen coming in these ones too!
(http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Images/Models/Full/48897.jpg)
You have to wear those to the pub meet. 8)
Post by: trio25 on 16 June, 2011, 09:22:02 pm
Post by: Kim on 16 June, 2011, 09:35:41 pm
Put an order in for some panniers for the commuter, suppose I should order a rack to put them on, but how do you choose a rack?
Desirable features:
Weight rating.
Separate rails for panniers and rack-bag.
Light mounting bracket, preferably recessed with a rail to protect light from being bashed.
Solid plate to do the work of absent mudguard.
Disc brake clearance.
Decent dog-leg to stop pannier flapping about.
Rail diameter and invalid hook positions compatible with racks/panniers you already have.
Something you can hook a strap/bungee under/through at the bottom end.
Magic clip for magic-clip-compatible rack-bag.
Lightweight.
Sensible colour.
Cost.
Work out what matters, and start eliminating.
Post by: trio25 on 16 June, 2011, 09:49:20 pm
Put an order in for some panniers for the commuter, suppose I should order a rack to put them on, but how do you choose a rack?
Desirable features:
Weight rating.
As light as possible, can't believe how heavy my borrowed one has made my bike feel!
Separate rails for panniers and rack-bag.
Don't think that's needed as just using it commuting
Light mounting bracket, preferably recessed with a rail to protect light from being bashed.
Like the idea of that!
Solid plate to do the work of absent mudguard.
Mudguard still there
Disc brake clearance.
Nope
Decent dog-leg to stop pannier flapping about.
Not sure what that means, I've been borrowing a rack and ortleib panniers (which is what I am ordering) seem easy to use.
Rail diameter and invalid hook positions compatible with racks/panniers you already have.
Help!
Something you can hook a strap/bungee under/through at the bottom end.
????
Magic clip for magic-clip-compatible rack-bag.
Think I can skip this
Lightweight.
As light as possible!
Sensible colour.
Black please!
Cost.
An issue, but depending on make can get at trade through work.
I need a lot of help!
Post by: Feline on 16 June, 2011, 09:54:43 pm
Post by: Kim on 16 June, 2011, 10:12:05 pm
Weight rating.
As light as possible, can't believe how heavy my borrowed one has made my bike feel!
I meant in terms of how much weight it can carry. Most are good for 20+kg, though, which is plenty for touring, but might be an issue for very heavy shopping.
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Decent dog-leg to stop pannier flapping about.
Not sure what that means, I've been borrowing a rack and ortleib panniers (which is what I am ordering) seem easy to use.
Basically, how wide the rack is at the bottom. Not really an issue with Ortliebs, as they have a nice rigid plastic structure to them, but floppier fabric panniers may benefit from something to keep them away from the wheel.
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Rail diameter and invalid hook positions compatible with racks/panniers you already have.
Help!
The diameter of the rails doesn't matter in terms of performance, but many panniers have hooks that work better (more secure, or just less rattly) with some diameters than others. Ortliebs come with plastic inserts for the hooks to adjust for this, so will hook securely to pretty much anything. If you have racks on other bikes you want the diameters to match, though, as removing and re-fitting the inserts is a complete bastard of a job.
As for hook positions, if the rack rail has struts welded to it, forming a 'T', the pannier cannot hook over that particular bit of the rail. Most panniers allow their hooks to be moved about horizontally to adjust around them (The fittings used on Ortliebs are particularly good at this), so again it becomes mostly an issue if you want things to be easily interchangeable with other racks/panniers you might have.
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Something you can hook a strap/bungee under/through at the bottom end.
????
Usually a loop or a inverted-V-shaped bit - just somewhere obvious low down that you can hook a bungee cord on to. Not something I make a great deal of use of, except when using a set of cheapo panniers that need something to attach a strap to at the bottom end to stop them flapping about (Ortliebs have a hook that goes behind one of the rack's vertical struts for this). Some people like to use bungee cord to hold things to the top of the rack, and you can get sets of multiple-bungees-on-one-set-of-hooks for the purpose that hook to something low down. (I tend to only bungee things across the top of panniers, so hook them to the front and back of the rack.)
Post by: Quint on 17 June, 2011, 02:24:21 am
Rack is the Tortec Expedition, excellent rack but is a couple of cm taller than our other racks, annoying on a low trike.
Post by: trio25 on 17 June, 2011, 07:29:49 am
Found Tortec in one of the work catelogues, so an ultralight one (which is still 580g) on order.
Post by: Quint on 17 June, 2011, 02:04:46 pm
I know what I mean anyway
:)
Post by: arvid on 18 June, 2011, 04:25:02 pm
Mavic Vision H2O jacket - a set on Flickr (http://www.flickr.com/photos/24693028@N02/sets/72157626988668200/with/5845155464/)
Post by: GruB on 19 June, 2011, 09:10:13 am
Hope ceramic bottom bracket in gold for the TCR - expect more photos one day ;D
Post by: Quint on 19 June, 2011, 02:00:53 pm
The Madison is being sent back with "frank comments"
;D
Post by: Feline on 20 June, 2011, 10:41:42 am
Got home to find my son has N+1 parked in the hall. He bought it from a bike recycling scheme in Cheddar. Frame is a BSA Shadow, I have no idea what that is! He says he loves it already though :thumbsup: Saddle needs to go up a fair bit. I tried to get on it but frame much to big for me so I won't get a test ride :(
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/chrisN1001.jpg)
Post by: Ian H on 20 June, 2011, 10:46:57 am
Post by: Feline on 20 June, 2011, 11:01:06 am
Frame looks too big for me. How tall is he? It would make a good fixed-wheel.
He's 6 foot 3
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 21 June, 2011, 03:08:31 pm
Post by: dasmoth on 22 June, 2011, 12:04:41 pm
Latest candidate for 26"-tandem-holy-grail tyres (Marathon Supremes). Now wondering whether to risk fitting them for a 200 on Saturday, or try them locally first...
Computer for Emily's bike (I tried to convince her she needed a GPS)
New cassette for the tandem (not actually needed yet, but saw it at a good price, and I've got a few concerns about how long it will remain easy to get nice 9 speed components given the fairly rapid switch of MTBs to 10 speed stuff).
Post by: Speshact on 25 June, 2011, 07:24:09 pm
Post by: Jaded on 28 June, 2011, 10:43:39 pm
To keep all my tris in.
Post by: mcshroom on 28 June, 2011, 10:45:16 pm
Post by: Deano on 28 June, 2011, 10:47:32 pm
Post by: rower40 on 29 June, 2011, 06:44:59 am
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/chrisN1001.jpg)Good to see that the bottle cage is of the UK Standard Stroppy Cat size.
Post by: jogler on 29 June, 2011, 10:48:34 am
A Tri-bag.
To keep all my tris in.
you should have 3 of 'em:tri's not bags.
Post by: jogler on 29 June, 2011, 10:49:28 am
A chainring and a front mech. I hope this guarantees that I will now find the front mech which is somewhere in the house (but at three quid it may be worth a punt anyway!).
:o
Post by: interzen on 29 June, 2011, 10:57:34 am
Heart-stopping cost aside, it does mean that I can move my Alfine wheelset onto the Genesis and keep the shallow-drop bars which I happen to find extremely comfortable. Also means that I'll likely be carpet-bombing the classifieds with stuff that I take off my old Marin that is surplus to requirements - need to make room for the arrival of Pugsley in September/October ;)
Post by: Andrew Br on 30 June, 2011, 11:43:39 pm
Occasionally the chain drops when I change down onto the small ring. The mechanic at the LBS says that the stops are properly set and it's one of the drawbacks of a compact. He recommended a chain catcher.
He was disappointed that I went for the Dog Fang; he wanted me to get a blingy aluminium chain catcher "available in a variety of colours".
My argument that it was £8 v. £30 didn't cut any ice...................
Post by: mcshroom on 01 July, 2011, 12:11:41 am
Also some square taper crank bolts as the current ones on my tourer are going a bit orange
Post by: andrewc on 01 July, 2011, 12:41:22 am
It turned up today... all paperwork for the purchase date enclosed ???
* I've lost several items this way, but as I'm not supposed to have stuff delivered to work can't complain about it. I now need to get a train in my lunch break to get to the out of town post office depot as well >:(
Post by: tiermat on 01 July, 2011, 05:41:47 am
I appear to have agreed to buy an Orbit tandem...
Post by: clarion on 01 July, 2011, 09:04:05 am
Post by: Jord on 01 July, 2011, 10:46:07 am
Post by: Gus on 01 July, 2011, 12:07:21 pm
Just ordered a Avid disc brake and a couple of headsets.
plus a Spank tweet tweet frame and a seatpost for it. :-[ :-X
Post by: PaulF on 01 July, 2011, 07:55:31 pm
Post by: interzen on 01 July, 2011, 08:28:47 pm
The Alfine anti-turn washers are on back-order until the end of July(!) so the conversion will be going precisely nowhere unless I can source some sooner. The one possible up-side to this is that my orange bar tape will arrive early next week ;D
Post by: Quint on 01 July, 2011, 10:10:57 pm
Post by: PaulF on 01 July, 2011, 10:37:43 pm
The Alfine anti-turn washers are on back-order until the end of July(!) so the conversion will be going precisely nowhere unless I can source some sooner. The one possible up-side to this is that my orange bar tape will arrive early next week ;D
Have you got horizontal or vertical drop outs? I may have some spare anti-turns for horizontal drop outs.
Post by: interzen on 01 July, 2011, 10:39:25 pm
Horizontal (track-ends) - the ones I'm specifically after are 6R/6L (silver/white).
The Alfine anti-turn washers are on back-order until the end of July(!) so the conversion will be going precisely nowhere unless I can source some sooner. The one possible up-side to this is that my orange bar tape will arrive early next week ;D
Have you got horizontal or vertical drop outs? I may have some spare anti-turns for horizontal drop outs.
If you happen to have a set, send me a PM and I'll gladly cross your palm with beer tokens.
Post by: Ian H on 01 July, 2011, 11:39:05 pm
Post by: Andrij on 02 July, 2011, 03:17:10 pm
Post by: PaulF on 02 July, 2011, 06:26:23 pm
Velocipede, touring, qty 1.
Well spillnthe beans. What is it? We want pictures!
Post by: interzen on 02 July, 2011, 06:29:04 pm
Bike fettling, for the use of.
Post by: Andrij on 02 July, 2011, 08:51:17 pm
Velocipede, touring, qty 1.
Well spillnthe beans. What is it? We want pictures!
Well, not exactly 'bought'; more 'ordered and put down a deposit'.
If all goes to plan, by the end of August I should have a Hewitt Cheviot SE in a lovely shade of dark green (flamboyant). I have diverted from the standard spec a bit. Plenty of pics once I've got the bike.
Post by: Deano on 03 July, 2011, 12:02:59 pm
Velocipede, touring, qty 1.
Well spillnthe beans. What is it? We want pictures!
Well, not exactly 'bought'; more 'ordered and put down a deposit'.
If all goes to plan, by the end of August I should have a Hewitt Cheviot SE in a lovely shade of dark green (flamboyant). I have diverted from the standard spec a bit. Plenty of pics once I've got the bike.
I thought you might have gone for the hot pink (very flamboyant) after seeing GillP's on the Hampshire Campshire trip a couple of years ago.
Post by: Feline on 03 July, 2011, 12:14:55 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 03 July, 2011, 05:46:49 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 03 July, 2011, 11:43:23 pm
Post by: Arellcat on 04 July, 2011, 12:05:54 am
Post by: TheLurker on 04 July, 2011, 09:35:48 am
Noticed during the the weekend pre-commute check that the rear is down to the canvas in one spot. Reasonably content with durability at 9,500 miles. The front's getting pretty cut up now so may as well bite the bullet and do both, especially as we're off to flint bestrewn Kent in a couple of weeks time.
Post by: interzen on 04 July, 2011, 09:43:43 am
'Time' to find out if dispensing with SPDs can help my knees. A pair of ATAC Aliums is on its way.I made the switch from SPDs to ATACs for this very reason.
In other news, Chain Reaction have dispatched my Alfine fitting kit :thumbsup:
Just need the orange bar tape to turn up now.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 04 July, 2011, 09:48:35 am
(For the smallest cub - should be here in 4 weeks!)
\o/ \o/ \o/ \o/ \o/ \o/ \o/ \o/ \o/ \o/ \o/ \o/ \o/ \o/ \o/ \o/ \o/ \o/ \o/ \o/ \o/ \o/ \o/ \o/
Post by: clarion on 04 July, 2011, 10:09:05 am
Post by: perpetual dan on 04 July, 2011, 12:34:44 pm
Also the smaller of the two hydration packs (http://www.wiggle.co.uk/deuter-race-10-litre-rucksack/) I was considering.
Post by: Andrij on 05 July, 2011, 11:40:08 am
* SONdelux silver disc 36h
* B&M D' Toplight Plus LED Rear light
* B&M Lumotec IQ Cyo Senso Plus LED Front light
* B&M E-Werk 361
I *think* that's the last of of big purchases, only minor things like pump and bottles left to sort out.
Post by: Quint on 05 July, 2011, 12:33:09 pm
'Time' to find out if dispensing with SPDs can help my knees. A pair of ATAC Aliums is on its way.
Post by: Arellcat on 06 July, 2011, 12:43:47 am
Thought you would have gone for Crank Bros, (although replacing cleats every 3000 miles is annoying)
I was tempted but, because of this sort of anecdotal evidence:
I made the switch from SPDs to ATACs for this very reason.
and reading about CB's use of Delrin bushings in lieu of needle bearings, and axle failures and the like, I didn't. In another world I'd've bought Frogs perhaps.
I'm pondering buying another Middleburn chainring for my mtb, too, seeing as last winter apparently didn't just kill my chain and sprockets. And of course, it would be daft not to buy at the same time for my Lightning a replacement FSA chainring, as that'll be wearing out in a few months' time along with the chain that's just gone over the 0.75% elongation stage.
Post by: LindaG on 06 July, 2011, 10:14:18 am
Ah, well, live and learn. A map holder made audaxing much easier, and it is sure to help on the hols as well.
Post by: Kim on 06 July, 2011, 01:36:10 pm
Post by: clarion on 06 July, 2011, 01:49:32 pm
Post by: Feline on 06 July, 2011, 04:47:48 pm
I have therefore ordered new bars, stem, Spesh Bar Phat tape, Shimano 105 STI shifters and a new set of cables. Oh and a torque wrench so I no longer have to guess how tight I am doing things up :)
Post by: Panoramix on 06 July, 2011, 04:52:55 pm
I've finally bitten the bullet and decided to swap my Fuji hybrid over to drop bars.
::-) :D :thumbsup:
At this rythm you will be riding fixed in 6 months and a trike in 9!
Post by: Feline on 06 July, 2011, 04:58:32 pm
I've finally bitten the bullet and decided to swap my Fuji hybrid over to drop bars.
::-) :D :thumbsup:
At this rythm you will be riding fixed in 6 months and a trike in 9!
Well, yesterday I did ride fixed ;)
It wasn't actually my bike though, was a friend's Holdsworth!
Post by: Snakehips on 06 July, 2011, 05:03:14 pm
Post by: corshamjim on 06 July, 2011, 06:57:33 pm
Post by: Frere on 06 July, 2011, 07:00:44 pm
Had to pretend the third number of the 3 figure sum wasn't there in order to proceed.
Hope I don't regret this.
Frere
Post by: Andrij on 06 July, 2011, 07:16:43 pm
Ordered a SON 28 dynamo, 36 spoke, disc, silver.
Had to pretend the third number of the 3 figure sum wasn't there in order to proceed.
Hope I don't regret this.
Frere
Join the club (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=13438.msg988053#msg988053).
Post by: Domestique on 06 July, 2011, 07:32:46 pm
Just to add a bit of protection for when we are in Holland next month a couple of pairs of Sealskinz ankle socks have been bought. I think these should help to keep our feet warm if we have one of those rainy Dutch days :thumbsup:
Post by: Frere on 06 July, 2011, 07:38:37 pm
Frere
Post by: zigzag on 06 July, 2011, 07:50:35 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 07 July, 2011, 10:06:00 am
+ 2 Sandals & Sealskinz
Frere
Exactly. They are the best camping combination - sandals dry overnight in the tent and the socks keep your feet warm and dry when walking across wet grass in the morning. Take at least 2 pairs though as they take an age to dry themselves.
Post by: rafletcher on 07 July, 2011, 10:50:11 am
Post by: vorsprung on 07 July, 2011, 11:09:24 am
So I had to get another pair
Post by: Andrij on 07 July, 2011, 01:18:06 pm
...
* SONdelux silver disc 36h
...
This arrived today. I opened the box, took a quick look, then buried it in my desk. Otherwise, instead of working, I'd be tempted to sit here and gaze upon TEH SHINY.
Post by: Kim on 07 July, 2011, 02:05:29 pm
This arrived today. I opened the box, took a quick look, then buried it in my desk. Otherwise, instead of working, I'd be tempted to sit here and gaze upon TEH SHINY.
Here, have some pr0n (http://twitpic.com/1ovfm6/full)...
Post by: numbnuts on 07 July, 2011, 02:51:42 pm
Post by: TimO on 07 July, 2011, 03:44:08 pm
This arrived today. I opened the box, took a quick look, then buried it in my desk. Otherwise, instead of working, I'd be tempted to sit here and gaze upon TEH SHINY.
Here, have some pr0n (http://twitpic.com/1ovfm6/full)...
SONs do have that rather nice, tubby overweight hub look to them. ;D
Post by: Kim on 07 July, 2011, 04:06:28 pm
SONs do have that rather nice, tubby overweight hub look to them. ;D
Only the Delux (AKA 20R) - the SON 28 is cylindrical. And the Delux only actually looks silly when built into a full-size wheel (which is a slightly silly thing to want to do in the first place).
Post by: spesh on 07 July, 2011, 05:55:07 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 08 July, 2011, 12:33:54 am
They charged him a fiver less than the ticket price, and that included removing the cassette from the old one and fitting it to the new one.
I do like my corner shop.
Post by: Andrew Br on 08 July, 2011, 12:38:22 am
Not personally, but my partner has bought a new rear wheel. Didn't have much choice, after a catastrophic but fortunately non-injurious failure of the axle on the old one earlier today.
They charged him a fiver less than the ticket price, and that included removing the cassette from the old one and fitting it to the new one.
I do like my corner shop.
More cake offered soon ? ;)
Post by: Kim on 08 July, 2011, 01:08:32 am
Not personally, but my partner has bought a new rear wheel. Didn't have much choice, after a catastrophic but fortunately non-injurious failure of the axle on the old one earlier today.
Has SmallestCub been making him go high-speed comedy off-roading again? ;D
Post by: PaulF on 08 July, 2011, 01:13:12 am
Urbane cyclist in Toronto's a great place. It's run as a workers' CoOp and has EVERYTHING!
Friendly staff too
Post by: clarion on 08 July, 2011, 08:58:08 am
If I'd checked my email before ordering, I'd have known to include a rim for my new front wheel :-\
Post by: tiermat on 08 July, 2011, 09:00:09 am
Not personally, but my partner has bought a new rear wheel. Didn't have much choice, after a catastrophic but fortunately non-injurious failure of the axle on the old one earlier today.
They charged him a fiver less than the ticket price, and that included removing the cassette from the old one and fitting it to the new one.
I do like my corner shop.
Did they make him take his winter tyres off?
Post by: Feline on 08 July, 2011, 01:55:44 pm
Post by: Gus on 08 July, 2011, 04:28:59 pm
Not bought today, but a nice man just delivered this frame (http://www.spank-ind.com/index.php?a=info&do=pro&id=57&tid=12) at my door. It looks like it's time for some bike building
while watching TdF. :D
Post by: Frere on 08 July, 2011, 04:36:01 pm
just pure bike pooRn! Almost a shame to have it built into a wheel.....Awaiting arrival of the shimano m756 6 blot freehub.
Frere
Post by: CrinklyLion on 09 July, 2011, 04:32:43 pm
N+1 will have its (free) mudguards, bottle cage and bike computer fitted and be ready to collect on Monday.
\o/
Post by: interzen on 09 July, 2011, 05:06:22 pm
Not personally, but I just took a little trip to the corner shop with the CrinklyAuntie.It's only n+1 by proxy ;)
N+1 will have its (free) mudguards, bottle cage and bike computer fitted and be ready to collect on Monday.
\o/
What did she decide on?
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 09 July, 2011, 05:22:34 pm
Post by: Canardly on 09 July, 2011, 05:40:54 pm
Post by: Andrij on 09 July, 2011, 06:08:36 pm
for the new bike and the commuter.
Post by: CrinklyAuntie on 09 July, 2011, 08:25:56 pm
Not personally, but I just took a little trip to the corner shop with the CrinklyAuntie.It's only n+1 by proxy ;)
N+1 will have its (free) mudguards, bottle cage and bike computer fitted and be ready to collect on Monday.
\o/
What did she decide on?
It is a Trek 7.2 FX WSD and it has put a big smile on my face today :)
Post by: tiermat on 09 July, 2011, 08:32:56 pm
Not personally, but I just took a little trip to the corner shop with the CrinklyAuntie.It's only n+1 by proxy ;)
N+1 will have its (free) mudguards, bottle cage and bike computer fitted and be ready to collect on Monday.
\o/
What did she decide on?
It is a Trek 7.2 FX WSD and it has put a big smile on my face today :)
:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: And thus the descent into serious bike riding begins....
She's a bad effluence that sister of yours :)
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 12 July, 2011, 07:18:55 pm
Post by: Feline on 12 July, 2011, 07:51:22 pm
Easton drop bars and stem for my Fuji conversion from hybrid.
Another nice Lezyne pump since I've been nicking the Fuji's white one for the Sabbath since it's such a good and tiny pump.
Frame pump for my son's new (to him) retro road bike.
Caffeinated energy gels to try, possibly for PBP.
Moar Assos arse cream.
Assos arse healing cream (this better be good for £15, but I won't find out probably until PBP).
New SRAM chain for my Sabbath (current one has now done over 4k miles).
Post by: itsbruce on 12 July, 2011, 08:34:02 pm
Post by: Feline on 12 July, 2011, 11:12:56 pm
Which Easton bars? Ergo?
Yep, the ergo ones, they look very nice, and are virtually the same as my Sabbath's ones :)
(http://s.wiggle.co.uk/images/easton-ea50-ergo-bar-10-med.jpg)
Post by: Feline on 13 July, 2011, 10:42:15 am
This morning my Spesh Bar Phat tape and Shimano 105 triple levers arrived. I have all the bits to do my Fuji's bars now. There will be a few fettle-firsts involved in this process for me though :-\
Another parcel from Carradice, my new camper longflap. It's a Debby! It looks a perfect size for lightweight camping. I got fed up of waiting for Wiggle to get it in stock after 8 weeks and I need it for the Dun Run so had ordered it from Carradice on Monday. Very fast service :thumbsup:
Post by: PaulR on 13 July, 2011, 10:55:03 am
I rode it to work this morning and it is a delight: no more sluggish, it seems, than my usual commuting bike, but it will need a few further tweaks to get it ready for the DunRun and future tours. Handlebars have been cut down slightly too much for my taste, so the outer edges of my palms press against the bar ends, and there's a bit of very slight unhappiness in the drivetrain that I will need to diagnose.
But the Mahura HS11 brakes are a joy to use. It'll be interesting to see how they work when the bike's loaded up and I can get it to the top of a decent hill.
Post by: PaulF on 13 July, 2011, 11:42:57 am
Well, I actually bought it yesterday, but I was too busy playing with it and then watching the TdF highlights on the pooter to get round to reporting it here: I have just bought a second hand flat-barred Hewitt Cheviot.
I rode it to work this morning and it is a delight: no more sluggish, it seems, than my usual commuting bike, but it will need a few further tweaks to get it ready for the DunRun and future tours. Handlebars have been cut down slightly too much for my taste, so the outer edges of my palms press against the bar ends, and there's a bit of very slight unhappiness in the drivetrain that I will need to diagnose.
But the Mahura HS11 brakes are a joy to use. It'll be interesting to see how they work when the bike's loaded up and I can get it to the top of a decent hill.
I've got a little used (<100 miles) flat bar in teh shed if you're interested
Post by: PaulR on 13 July, 2011, 01:54:12 pm
Post by: Frere on 13 July, 2011, 09:40:12 pm
Gore sealed brake cable system from Wiggle.
B&M IQ Cyo Senso Plus, aluminum retro look, D Toplight Plus LED rear from Bike24.
Now to decide which pair of tyres to get - Marathon Racer or Supreme...AND what size....decisions...decisions....
Holding off on B&M eWerk and cache battery for now, too spendy and questions about its utility with an iPhone 4.
Holding off on a cheap functional steel trekking/touring frame for now - need to investigate OLN and drop outs further.
Frere
Post by: itsbruce on 13 July, 2011, 10:47:11 pm
Which Easton bars? Ergo?
Yep, the ergo ones, they look very nice, and are virtually the same as my Sabbath's ones :)
(http://s.wiggle.co.uk/images/easton-ea50-ergo-bar-10-med.jpg)
Have those on my Madison. Very comfortable.
Post by: clarion on 14 July, 2011, 09:24:19 am
Post by: Quint on 14 July, 2011, 08:09:41 pm
;)
Pair of Avid BB7 calipers, pads, bolts and 160mm G2 rotor discs, from an eBay shop.
Gore sealed brake cable system from Wiggle.
B&M IQ Cyo Senso Plus, aluminum retro look, D Toplight Plus LED rear from Bike24.
Now to decide which pair of tyres to get - Marathon Racer or Supreme...AND what size....decisions...decisions....
Holding off on B&M eWerk and cache battery for now, too spendy and questions about its utility with an iPhone 4.
Holding off on a cheap functional steel trekking/touring frame for now - need to investigate OLN and drop outs further.
Frere
Post by: mike on 14 July, 2011, 08:14:11 pm
Post by: zigzag on 14 July, 2011, 11:08:26 pm
Post by: billplumtree on 17 July, 2011, 01:49:11 pm
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-RiYhEAJzenE/TiLXRkAW6YI/AAAAAAAACJ0/u4t3bhaeDb0/P1030151.jpg)
with the requisite orange saddle and correct number of gears
| (https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-xNnEbnLUZsM/TiLXSFhwbvI/AAAAAAAACJ4/5GtKl5qdFvg/P1030149.jpg) | (https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-in0aisBtrtI/TiLXRduO7LI/AAAAAAAACJs/37ro3wX0dq0/P1030150.jpg) |
Even comes with washing instructions
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-6lCjqkBo4F4/TiLXRWrl6QI/AAAAAAAACJw/-_h2fq0tA48/P1030152.jpg)
which is probably why he's still immaculate. Ta very much to his previous owner, bumper of this parish, for taking such good care of him :thumbsup:
Post by: interzen on 17 July, 2011, 01:55:07 pm
I've Embraced The Orange ((c) Interzen) and acquired Adrian, who is one of theseWelcome, brother :)(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-RiYhEAJzenE/TiLXRkAW6YI/AAAAAAAACJ0/u4t3bhaeDb0/P1030151.jpg)
Yellow (the colour of the 2011 Day One 'cross) would also have been acceptable.
Quote
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-xNnEbnLUZsM/TiLXSFhwbvI/AAAAAAAACJ4/5GtKl5qdFvg/P1030149.jpg)I like the colour-coordinated bar-end plugs. The saddle, not so much (the first thing to go on OrangeGina was the godawful stock saddle).
Hmm. I feel a 'themed' ride plan brewing ;D
Post by: bumper on 17 July, 2011, 02:28:28 pm
Now go and ride it, it's got guards on ;D
Post by: corshamjim on 17 July, 2011, 03:30:24 pm
Shhh! Don't tell anyone. It's not a Brooks.
http://www.bike24.com/1.php?content=8;navigation=1;product=10268
Post by: Canardly on 17 July, 2011, 09:06:46 pm
Post by: dasmoth on 18 July, 2011, 09:58:30 am
Post by: Greenbank on 18 July, 2011, 01:44:15 pm
Post by: Greenbank on 18 July, 2011, 07:56:28 pm
Also:-
SJSC (MarSAS handlebar foam padding, Altura pannier rail and clip, leather straps to be able to add things to the Carradice Barley)
Discount Bicycles (Weeride Kangaroo child seat)
Torc-Anchors/TheSquids/Pragmasis (Ground anchor to be mounted on the wall)
Tomorrow I may take a wobble down to my local Evans to buy a rear light and a cafe lock and maybe a nice D-lock if they have any special offers on. That's if my LBS can't do them for a similar price.
Post by: Greenbank on 19 July, 2011, 04:37:23 pm
Also remembered to take my CTC membership card to get the 10% discount (at Evans).
Post by: trio25 on 20 July, 2011, 10:19:09 pm
....then a pair of wheels which wasn't planned but I noticed how concave the rims were riding to the bike shop.
Post by: Auntie Helen on 21 July, 2011, 07:33:59 am
Post by: Auntie Helen on 21 July, 2011, 08:39:40 am
Post by: zigzag on 22 July, 2011, 06:45:30 pm
Post by: CrinklyUncle on 30 July, 2011, 12:55:43 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 30 July, 2011, 01:19:43 pm
Does that make me officially a bad influence?
Post by: Adam on 31 July, 2011, 01:53:32 pm
Anyone who's accompanied me on rides will at times have heard various "clicking" noises emanating from my crap FSA chain set on the Planet X. It tightens up on the non drive side with an inner bolt and an outer ring. However, despite being re-built twice with a new bottom bracket and 2 sets of replacement washers, it still clicks at times.
If it's tightened up too much that it ceases to click, then it creates too much friction. And if it's too loose, as well as the clicking, then you run the risk of the outer ring loosening off and falling out (as happened to Bruce on the March FNRttC to Southend).
I had been saying when it wears out, I'll replace it, but after rolling through Dunstable today heading home after about 30 miles, I noticed my LBS was open and I thought "Sod it", popped in, and grabbed a bargain.
Edit - and now it's fitted. Only 80g heavier than the carbon FSA and one little push sends it spinning around in glorious silence. 8)
Post by: Feline on 31 July, 2011, 10:47:42 pm
Post by: GruB on 01 August, 2011, 06:37:04 am
Post by: DrMekon on 01 August, 2011, 12:00:48 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 01 August, 2011, 05:13:12 pm
Post by: interzen on 01 August, 2011, 06:08:08 pm
(I know I could swap the chain over, but I don't have a spare 1/8" chain, either)
Post by: zigzag on 01 August, 2011, 10:18:46 pm
Post by: gerwinium on 02 August, 2011, 10:29:32 pm
An Ixon lighting set
Some Ergotec adjustable handlebars
Some SPD M324 single-sided pedals
I'm trying to do up my hybrid for longer rides.
Post by: Kim on 03 August, 2011, 02:32:10 am
Post by: Andrij on 04 August, 2011, 07:47:02 pm
- From two forumites, today I have purchased:
- Tubus Logo rack in black (for the commuter)
- Smica Carbon seatpost (as above)
- black Brooks Team Pro, Ti (for use on next year's n+1 :facepalm: )
That should keep me from spending any money in the Rapha sale. I hope.
Post by: MattH on 04 August, 2011, 10:14:36 pm
I've also bought a pair of bib-shorts from Evans. Fingers crossed that they actually turn up as they were the last pair in stock, which happened to be my size, so at a hefty discount.
And, kind of cycling related, a roof box and t-bar adapters for my bike racks so we can take my wife's car to PBP rather than mine. Hers has Euro breakdown cover on the manufacturer's warranty, plus doing much more to the gallon than mine, so the overall saving pays for the roof box which will be needed to fit all the family's stuff in once my bike gear has filled the minimal luggage space.
Post by: gonzo on 04 August, 2011, 10:16:03 pm
Post by: Doosh on 04 August, 2011, 10:52:40 pm
Post by: Quint on 04 August, 2011, 11:44:40 pm
Post by: trio25 on 05 August, 2011, 08:18:02 am
Post by: Wobbly John on 08 August, 2011, 09:07:48 pm
I suppose I better start another bike project, now. ::-)
Post by: Andrij on 09 August, 2011, 10:36:04 am
Post by: Quint on 09 August, 2011, 02:01:41 pm
Post by: MattH on 09 August, 2011, 04:24:16 pm
I've also bought a pair of bib-shorts from Evans. Fingers crossed that they actually turn up as they were the last pair in stock, which happened to be my size, so at a hefty discount.
Well, they turned up - but despite being in the men's section, and all the reviews being from men, they were the ladies shorts!
They went straight back again, and I bought a different pair from cyclelane (http://www.cyclelane.co.uk) in Glasgow. Now I can try them for a couple of weeks and give them some washes before PBP.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 09 August, 2011, 04:35:02 pm
Post by: tiermat on 09 August, 2011, 04:37:37 pm
Shinyred26"wheeledgoodness, due to arrive within 3 weeks.
\o/ YAY
Post by: CrinklyLion on 09 August, 2011, 04:46:27 pm
Post by: tiermat on 09 August, 2011, 04:48:35 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 09 August, 2011, 05:03:27 pm
Post by: tiermat on 09 August, 2011, 05:03:54 pm
Post by: zigzag on 10 August, 2011, 03:02:27 pm
Post by: Kim on 10 August, 2011, 03:11:55 pm
Post by: zigzag on 11 August, 2011, 02:45:54 pm
Post by: Feline on 11 August, 2011, 05:27:41 pm
Also teh shiny new SONdelux dyno hub in a Mavic Open Pro wheel hand built by SJS. No more wheel swapping between my Sabbath and Fuji commuter :D
Durano plus tyre and rim tape for the above.
Castelli Nanoflex leg warmers so I have a spare set for PBP.
Rhubarb and custard energy gels.
A brooks saddle cover.
Post by: Jurek on 11 August, 2011, 06:08:21 pm
A pack of massively powerful neodynium magnets.....
Under no circumstances should you place these on opposite sides of your ear lobe.
Do not ask how I know this :-X
Post by: cycleman on 11 August, 2011, 08:30:22 pm
Post by: Kim on 11 August, 2011, 08:36:17 pm
A pack of massively powerful neodynium magnets, to replace the missing crank magnet for my cadence sensor and avoid that zip tie silliness.
I thoroughly endorse this trick. Even if you haven't lost your magnet, sticking one or two of these on top of it (the magnetism is enough) will sort all manner of iffy sensor pickup issues with a minimum of faffing about. :thumbsup:
They're also rather good as the basis of a quick-release hydration tube end holder.
Post by: Wendy on 11 August, 2011, 09:42:10 pm
Post by: Feline on 11 August, 2011, 10:11:17 pm
Where would you buy these, and what sort of size is a good one?
I got them from eBay, a pack of 10 x 12mm ones, £3.50 including delivery http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220829311164#ht_991wt_1139
Post by: simonp on 11 August, 2011, 10:15:09 pm
A pair of Rapha knee warmers.
Two 700x25C continental gp4s folding tyres.
Four 700x18-25C inner tubes.
16 AA 2850 mAh batteries.
4 battery holders.
One portapow AA USB charger.
Two TL-AU100BS rear lights.
Post by: clarion on 12 August, 2011, 09:34:29 am
A pack of massively powerful neodynium magnets.....
Under no circumstances should you place these on opposite sides of your ear lobe.
Do not ask how I know this :-X
For such an intelligent man, you are, on occasion, a complete herbert! ;D
Post by: Andrew Br on 12 August, 2011, 09:54:29 am
A pack of massively powerful neodynium magnets.....
Under no circumstances should you place these on opposite sides of your ear lobe.
Do not ask how I know this :-X
On the Ebay ad it says:-
Quote
►Be particularly aware when placing two magnets together as the sudden attraction can easily trap fingers
No mention of ears so I can see why you did that Jurek ;)
Post by: longers on 12 August, 2011, 11:03:11 am
Post by: Greenbank on 12 August, 2011, 11:28:04 am
Spesh 700x20-28 inner tubes were 10 for £19.95 at Condor yesterday.
Also got some Nuun and a new rack mount for a Cateye light.
Due to the time it took Condor to get my bike sorted out they gave me some free shorts too. Will try them out before PBP but I can always reserve them for the final day when I'll double up on shorts (worked a treat on LEL).
Will be going home via Halfords to pick up some bidons with caps (to avoid gut rot from animal crap on the rural French roads).
Post by: TheLurker on 12 August, 2011, 01:13:03 pm
Post by: BrianI on 12 August, 2011, 01:33:24 pm
I'll be a poor student as from next month so I'll ask Santa nicely if I can get a front dynamo hub wheel for xmas!
Post by: Wowbagger on 12 August, 2011, 02:43:28 pm
Post by: Kim on 12 August, 2011, 02:47:10 pm
[1] The Star Trek movie rule applies.
Post by: rafletcher on 12 August, 2011, 03:06:32 pm
Post by: Plug1n on 13 August, 2011, 08:24:24 pm
Will match an odd one I have lying around- bad form to have mismatched fornt and back tyres as you all know ::-)
Post by: Canardly on 13 August, 2011, 08:27:47 pm
Post by: itsbruce on 13 August, 2011, 09:14:04 pm
A couple of Michelin Krylion carbons to fit to the Mavic Kysrium Elites I got earlier in the week.
I have become very fond of those tyres, since switching to them.
Post by: Kim on 19 August, 2011, 12:20:04 am
Post by: spesh on 19 August, 2011, 12:33:22 pm
Not counting my chickens, but I believe I have been able to locate a source of unobtanium...
Is that so you can rustle up a suspensor field generator to nullify the weight of the aforementioned SCUBA gear? ;D
Post by: tiermat on 19 August, 2011, 01:52:54 pm
Today i have purchased some replacement parts for my Sidis.
Post by: tiermat on 19 August, 2011, 03:15:41 pm
Post by: Aidan on 19 August, 2011, 03:20:33 pm
Bling new wheels being fitted later :thumbsup:
Post by: LindaG on 19 August, 2011, 03:22:48 pm
Post by: Aidan on 19 August, 2011, 03:26:42 pm
Eventually we'll all have to set up home together in a big shack made of cardboard boxes with "Wiggle" and "CRC" and "Bike+" printed on the sides.
I've probably got enough for a small bungalow already :-[, really ought to take the cardboard to the tip
Post by: tiermat on 19 August, 2011, 03:34:48 pm
After the fourth parcel turned up today, my wife asked me if I had any money left ;D
Bling new wheels being fitted later :thumbsup:
ooooo, what did you buy?
I can't wait to get into the
Post by: Tewdric on 19 August, 2011, 03:37:14 pm
Post by: Tim on 19 August, 2011, 03:40:42 pm
Post by: PaulF on 19 August, 2011, 06:36:45 pm
Resisted the temptation of the shiny at Royles.
Post by: Aidan on 19 August, 2011, 08:12:18 pm
After the fourth parcel turned up today, my wife asked me if I had any money left ;D
Bling new wheels being fitted later :thumbsup:
ooooo, what did you buy?
I can't wait to get into thegaragebike shed and start fettling my InBred (that sounds so wrong on so many levels)
Blingy new wheels for the Cayo ( picture posted in Members bikes) and new tyres and some tubes and some serious upgrade garage door security :thumbsup:
Post by: AnthCC on 19 August, 2011, 08:30:44 pm
Last LBS visit to get some new brakes for the MTB resulted in me getting a ridiculous deal on some Avid Elixir Code-R Carbons. I like my LBS.
Post by: Andrew Br on 19 August, 2011, 10:42:18 pm
New shoes because I left mine at home :(
Resisted the temptation of the shiny at Royles.
You're a strong man Paul ;)
Post by: rower40 on 20 August, 2011, 01:52:26 pm
Gear Cables: Orange.
Electrical Wire: Orange.
Zip Ties: Orange.
Only the first two were from an Online cycling retailer (Those lovely SJS people). The last two were from two random petrolhead/drifting/dip-me-in-superglue-and-ramraid-Halfords Online retailers. I feel rather dirty now. :sick:
Never mind. I'm sure they'd feel worse if they knew their beloved products were going to end up on a "pushbike".
Post by: Bledlow on 20 August, 2011, 06:52:54 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 20 August, 2011, 09:35:35 pm
Also some Revolution waterproof panniers reduced to £40 in the sale :D
Post by: citoyen on 22 August, 2011, 11:38:41 am
A slightly frivolous purchase but I could do with another jersey for commuting (to be sure of having a clean one for every day of the week) and it was a decent price on probikekit.com.
d.
Post by: TimO on 22 August, 2011, 04:26:19 pm
Post by: tiermat on 22 August, 2011, 06:28:08 pm
A set of JagWire cables for the InBred
Oh and a triple mech for the Holdsworth, so I can swap the compact for triple (as road chainsets won't fit the Inbred :( grrrrrr)
Post by: interzen on 22 August, 2011, 06:53:02 pm
Post by: padbeat on 23 August, 2011, 12:43:21 am
Post by: токамак on 23 August, 2011, 12:50:54 pm
Post by: citoyen on 23 August, 2011, 12:59:08 pm
A Merino jersey from Planet X for £20 because the On-One doesn't have pockets.
Dammit, wish I'd known about them when shopping for jerseys yesterday. They look good. Can't really afford to buy yet another jersey but I might have to get one anyway...
d.
Post by: tiermat on 23 August, 2011, 05:07:51 pm
I expect to be nice and toasty, on the bike and off, this winter.
Post by: citoyen on 23 August, 2011, 06:27:55 pm
My decision may have been influenced by current unseasonal climatic conditions.
d.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 23 August, 2011, 06:53:41 pm
Happy cub.
Post by: Canardly on 23 August, 2011, 07:42:37 pm
A Merino jersey from Planet X for £20 because the On-One doesn't have pockets.
Those look rather nice
Post by: interzen on 23 August, 2011, 07:54:22 pm
They do, and the XXL ones are appropriately 'fat bastard' sized .... a plan is forming :demon:A Merino jersey from Planet X for £20 because the On-One doesn't have pockets.
Those look rather nice
EDIT: The jerseys aren't, but the base layers most certainly are ....
Post by: rower40 on 23 August, 2011, 07:56:39 pm
It arrived. ...and then he rode it home.Could this be the understatement of the month?
Happy cub.
Post by: Frere on 23 August, 2011, 08:31:21 pm
Frere
Post by: tiermat on 23 August, 2011, 08:41:46 pm
Ordered 1 x Lezyne micro floor drive HP, off the inter webs. Package arrived this morning, contained not one but two Lezyne micro floor drive HP pumps. Checked invoice, yep, billed for one. Don't know what to do about the other.
Frere
Morally the right thing to do is to ring the uspplier and tell them of their mistake.
The immoral thing to do is to keep both and claim you had only received one if the supplier rings/emails you to ask.
The middle ground is to keep quiet and see if they ring/email you, if they do claim to have only just opened the package and "yes there is 2 in there, would you like the other one back?"
The choice of what to do is left as an exercise for the reader, and their concience
Post by: Canardly on 23 August, 2011, 09:40:11 pm
Ordered 1 x Lezyne micro floor drive HP, off the inter webs. Package arrived this morning, contained not one but two Lezyne micro floor drive HP pumps. Checked invoice, yep, billed for one. Don't know what to do about the other.
Frere
You should give it to me for a rigorous road trial and/or check your bank statement very very carefully. Fabulous bit of kit btw you will not regret it.
Post by: padbeat on 23 August, 2011, 11:38:02 pm
A Merino jersey from Planet X for £20 because the On-One doesn't have pockets.
Sorry about thay, guys. I seem to be a bit of a bad influence ...
Post by: Oaky on 23 August, 2011, 11:46:48 pm
Fingers crossed that I'll get on OK with these (some searching on here earlier on pulled up enough positive comments that I think they'll be fine).
Post by: Andrew Br on 23 August, 2011, 11:49:58 pm
Ordered 1 x Lezyne micro floor drive HP, off the inter webs. Package arrived this morning, contained not one but two Lezyne micro floor drive HP pumps. Checked invoice, yep, billed for one. Don't know what to do about the other.
FrereMorally the rightThe only thing to do is to ring/email the supplier and tell them of their mistake.
FTFY.
If they don't reply or insist that they're correct then it's your's.
If they want it returning then they pay the postage. Ideally they then give you a voucher.
There really is no other way O:-)
Post by: Andrew Br on 24 August, 2011, 12:01:31 am
A pair of bib shorts since my favourite pair - Endura FS 260 pros - are a bit long in the tooth now. Almost nowhere has stock in the correct size (new version on the way, I guess) so I've taken a risk and gone for something different (Lusso pro gel).
Fingers crossed that I'll get on OK with these (some searching on here earlier on pulled up enough positive comments that I think they'll be fine).
I was a keen advocate of Lusso Pro Gel shorts (much better than Assos IMO).
My latest pair of Lusso Pro Gel are nowhere near as good. They've changed the pad. It's not gel, it's foam.
For my next pair of shorts/bibs, I'm probably going back to Assos. Shame.
Post by: TimO on 24 August, 2011, 11:50:42 am
Today, three inner tubes on the way into work, having just exploded the last correct sized one, and using one which is a mite too narrow for the fairly wide tyres on the Kaffenback. It's probably fine, you can get away with quite a lot with inner tubes, but I didn't pump it up hard anyway, just to be on the safe size (only 80psi!)
Post by: Frere on 24 August, 2011, 12:42:08 pm
Frere
Post by: tiermat on 24 August, 2011, 12:44:20 pm
Front Ultegra mech arrived this morning, just awaiting cables (which should arrive today) and a cassette.
Post by: mcshroom on 26 August, 2011, 01:22:48 am
Post by: YahudaMoon on 26 August, 2011, 07:20:17 am
A Merino jersey from Planet X for £20 because the On-One doesn't have pockets.
Thanks padbeat. Just got one myself. Not sure if they are any good ?
They only have Medium and Small left.
Been looking for something for a few month. My Giadana jacket had holes in holes and the zip went. It served me well after 6 + years and I used it on more or less a daily basis. Its binned. :(
Post by: padbeat on 26 August, 2011, 09:03:40 am
Post by: citoyen on 27 August, 2011, 01:00:18 am
I can't really afford it but sod it, I've gone and ordered two of those nice stealth-black LS merino jerseys.
And very nice they are too. Probably too warm at the moment but will definitely be welcome as winter draws closer.
I ordered the medium size and they fit perfectly. However, the Italia jersey I ordered the other day was also a medium and it's decidedly snug. I should have remembered that you're supposed to order two sizes up when buying Italian clothing... :facepalm:
d.
Post by: Snakehips on 27 August, 2011, 11:17:31 am
Post by: Adrian on 27 August, 2011, 11:39:01 am
I can't really afford it but sod it, I've gone and ordered two of those nice stealth-black LS merino jerseys.
And very nice they are too. Probably too warm at the moment but will definitely be welcome as winter draws closer.
I ordered the medium size and they fit perfectly.
I've just had the postman bring me three and very nice they are too.
Post by: PaulF on 28 August, 2011, 08:09:00 am
Front went on easily enough but five inner tubes later I'm making the walking of shame to the nearest bike shop to have them fit the tyre for me >:(
Post by: PaulF on 29 August, 2011, 07:23:44 am
On holiday and realised I needed new tyres :facepalm: nextdaytyres came up trumps and delivered :)
Front went on easily enough but five inner tubes later I'm making the walking of shame to the nearest bike shop to have them fit the tyre for me >:(
Feel vindicated as the shop couldn't get it on either.
Now to find out if nextdaytyres returns policy is as their delivery???
Post by: jogler on 29 August, 2011, 11:51:15 am
http://www.probikekit.com/uk/endura-windchill-cycling-gilet.html
& one of these
http://www.edinburghbicycle.com/ebwPNLqrymode.a4p?f_ProductID=12869&f_SupersetQRY=&f_SortOrderID=0&f_bct=
from Cycle Logic in Helston.Top shop/serviuce/staff
* in gofasterRed
Post by: tiermat on 03 September, 2011, 08:19:15 am
1 pair of cycling mitts for Mrs T
3M of brake outer
2*brake inners.
Post by: IanDG on 03 September, 2011, 06:49:19 pm
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6187/6109707972_8bb6ea7903.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/6109707972/)
New Tredz (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/6109707972/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Post by: longers on 04 September, 2011, 03:47:07 pm
I'm expecting the flashing function on the batteries to be very wince inducing, will have to angle the lights well down when/if in that mode.
Post by: rdaviesb on 04 September, 2011, 04:06:33 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 05 September, 2011, 09:56:15 am
They're very, err, minimalist ?
Post by: groucho on 05 September, 2011, 12:08:46 pm
Sabbath titanium skewers in black in a moment of weakness. Also Sabbath bib-shorts that I just know will be too small. I hope my strength returns quickly as I am cycling at the Velodrome, Newport this evening.
Post by: tiermat on 09 September, 2011, 10:57:31 am
the Big Apples are on special offer at Planet-X/On-One at the moment, £24.99 each (in 2.0")
Post by: GrahamG on 09 September, 2011, 11:50:35 am
Post by: Feline on 09 September, 2011, 04:34:07 pm
Post by: interzen on 09 September, 2011, 04:42:21 pm
Two Schwalbe Big Apple Tyres for the InBred and 3 tubesI go to have a quick peek at the special offers and am assaulted by a link to their prototype Fat Bike. Damn you On-one, damn you all to hell! ;D
the Big Apples are on special offer at Planet-X/On-One at the moment, £24.99 each (in 2.0")
(won't stop me getting a Pugsley, but it could mean that bits for sand/snow bikes will become easier to get ...)
Post by: tiermat on 12 September, 2011, 03:44:51 pm
Post by: interzen on 12 September, 2011, 03:58:14 pm
I'm looking longingly at Ay-Up lights as well ... I will be riding through the winter. Oh yes.
Post by: Andyf on 12 September, 2011, 08:36:59 pm
Post by: essexian on 13 September, 2011, 06:32:11 am
Post by: tiermat on 13 September, 2011, 09:26:47 pm
So one transaction in dollars later I am (or will be when they are delivered) the proud owner of a pair of Planet Bike Cascadia 29er
Post by: clarion on 13 September, 2011, 10:11:23 pm
Post by: jogler on 15 September, 2011, 01:58:43 pm
So I took advantage of the proximity of the Abus display & bought a "cafe" lock to replace the one I
I must get a roundtoitreturntothepub kit ;)
Post by: Greenbank on 15 September, 2011, 02:12:07 pm
Only thing stopping me is that there's little wrong with my existing pair of Altura panniers. I just want the slightly larger capacity, nicer KlickFix mountings and the shoulder straps (carrying two panniers, bottle and small child up/down the stairs is only getting more of a handful...).
Post by: Ewan Houzami on 15 September, 2011, 07:13:48 pm
A 17t Miche sprocket for said fixie. I find 18t (with 42 up front) slightly too low, and 16t a bit of a struggle up the long draggy climbs laden down with a bag of Sainsbury's finest slung over my shoulder. Hopefully the 17t should be just right.
Post by: Feline on 16 September, 2011, 02:05:44 pm
Post by: interzen on 16 September, 2011, 02:17:20 pm
Not that I'm bothered, just so long as I can fit the rack without too much grunting and swearing.
Post by: tiermat on 20 September, 2011, 11:40:53 am
Also bought a tin of clear spray lacquer for the scuffed up Ultegra levers I bought, I have already cleaned off the old lacquer (which was all scratched and bubbling) and sprayed the first coat on one to see how it comes out.
A load of energy bars and gels from H&B, as they are 3 for 2 at the moment.
Post by: trio25 on 20 September, 2011, 09:28:16 pm
Post by: Wobbly John on 20 September, 2011, 10:54:26 pm
Batteries had corroded, but a clean up of the connectors and new batteries got it working. :D
I've just spent 5 times what I paid for the GPS, on a data lead for it. :facepalm:
Post by: Greenbank on 22 September, 2011, 10:23:25 am
Need to measure the spokes in all of my wheels (and keep a note of the lengths in each) so that I can order adequate spares, plus enough for a couple of full wheelbuilds for replacement wheels for the hackbike (the current ones will have the winter tyres fitted and used just for winter).
Post by: MattH on 22 September, 2011, 11:38:16 am
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6179/6171981864_cefe7fe41a.jpg)
The previous owner had fitted a very substantial dog box - that's about 260L capacity! No need for a tent, I can just curl up in there for a kip :) I picked it up last night, and rode about 55 miles home with it (to the amazement of the seller - especially when I mentioned that I'd ridden 40 miles to work that morning, and then 25 miles to get to him). It really is noticeable the increase in room you get when cars eventually pluck up the courage to overtake!
Post by: L CC on 22 September, 2011, 01:17:37 pm
Post by: tiermat on 22 September, 2011, 01:18:25 pm
Tribars + trailer is not a commonly seen combination...
Resistance training, innit? :)
Post by: Feline on 22 September, 2011, 01:27:32 pm
AcaravanCarry Freedom large y-frame trailer for shopping and camping trips
That looks awesome, I could fit both my dogs in there! How easy is it to ride uphill with a load in that? I once tried to tow my kids (aged 2 and 5 at the time) in a steel trailer with my BSO and could hardly make it move at all on any incline whatsoever.
Post by: jogler on 22 September, 2011, 02:10:26 pm
Post by: MattH on 22 September, 2011, 02:13:49 pm
Tribars + trailer is not a commonly seen combination...
How else are you going to go really fast ???
That looks awesome, I could fit both my dogs in there! How easy is it to ride uphill with a load in that? I once tried to tow my kids (aged 2 and 5 at the time) in a steel trailer with my BSO and could hardly make it move at all on any incline whatsoever.
I've not tried a serious load, I reckon I had around 15kg of work stuff in it coming home. Climbing was interesting - being smooth really paid off, so sitting and twiddling rather than out of the saddle honking. Being out of the saddle is fine as long as you aren't going so slowly that you are pedaling in squares. It's the momentum that is a challenge - it's effort to get it going, then if you aren't smooth it pushes you forward slightly when you ease off of the dead part of the pedal stroke, then pulls against you as you push down again. I was glad I was on the bike with a triple, giving a 25" granny (though I don't think I ever engaged that, I certainly was approaching it on one particularly stiff climb).
The box is a Ferplast Atlas 50 professional (http://www.ferplast.it/scheda_prodotto_eng.php/prodotto=/id_item=73050021/id_menu=01020104), which has had a sheet of transparent plastic rivetted to the rear vents (which face forwards on the trailer), to stop draughts. I guess it could be useful when taking animals to the vet, but it is also a useful size for loading with shopping, either putting bags in through the front or removing the lid and using it as a tray.
I recollect that Pete Bird (Swallow Tandems),who at that time lived in the Tannant Valley,carried his labrador in a trailer.The dog was trained to jump out of the trailer when going uphill & jump back into the trailer at the summit :thumbsup:
What he should have done is have a harness for the dog, so it could give him a tow! Many years ago we used to do soemthing similar to that with the doberman we had at the time. When the weather was really bad in winter, we'd go shopping taking a sledge. The dog would pull it home :thumbsup:
Post by: urban_biker on 22 September, 2011, 02:21:46 pm
In reality that's probably not a lot to pay for cycling shoes, but the last pair of Shimano's I bought about 3 years ago were £23. The exchange rate is clearly having an impact.
Post by: groucho on 22 September, 2011, 02:26:05 pm
Post by: Feline on 29 September, 2011, 06:35:23 pm
On the way home my stem mounted bell committed suicide by the round bit if it falling off. It is a shame it didn't do this on the way there, since SJS is where I got it from and I could have obtained a replacement!
Post by: Adam on 29 September, 2011, 09:13:23 pm
Post by: clarion on 29 September, 2011, 09:15:56 pm
Post by: L CC on 29 September, 2011, 09:20:51 pm
We now haz all the bits.
Just lacking a bit of time & expertise.
I have lots of time, but as I can't DIY, I GAMI, and AM is busy working most of the time, and riding the rest. Maybe Sunday.
Post by: Quint on 29 September, 2011, 09:43:34 pm
Post by: LindaG on 30 September, 2011, 11:00:45 am
Post by: Gus on 30 September, 2011, 07:40:15 pm
2 sets of SPD pedals and a Casco ATC helmet + some brake cables.
Post by: Andrew Br on 03 October, 2011, 06:10:58 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 03 October, 2011, 06:11:46 pm
this place is dangerous sometimes.
Post by: jogler on 03 October, 2011, 06:33:38 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 03 October, 2011, 06:49:36 pm
Post by: jogler on 03 October, 2011, 06:57:08 pm
Post by: rower40 on 03 October, 2011, 08:51:00 pm
I leave the colour of said wire as a puzzle for the reader.
After the pedestrian muppetry of the riverside path I use on my way home from work, I may fit a 12V Car Horn. After all, I've got a push-button switch waiting to be wired in, and a 12V battery. And a horn waiting in the cupboard. Just got to be a bit careful with Earth - when the lights are on, the frame is at 6V! (Or, to be more accurate, the battery is at +/- 6V with respect to the frame.)
Post by: PaulF on 03 October, 2011, 11:05:14 pm
Post by: tiermat on 05 October, 2011, 01:04:33 pm
Today I has ordered some 35mm ID P-Clips and some M5 A4 SS Nylock nuts.
Post by: Bledlow on 05 October, 2011, 01:48:27 pm
Post by: interzen on 10 October, 2011, 05:34:57 pm
I may be skint this winter, but at least I'll be warm :)
Post by: Feline on 10 October, 2011, 05:36:12 pm
Post by: Kim on 10 October, 2011, 06:32:18 pm
With luck, I'm a couple of nylocks away from banishing the seat squeaks for good!
Post by: Aidan on 10 October, 2011, 07:48:58 pm
Post by: Canardly on 10 October, 2011, 09:13:11 pm
http://www.fudgescyclestore.com/index.php?p=131025
Post by: CAMRAMan on 11 October, 2011, 08:28:50 pm
Post by: Plug1n on 11 October, 2011, 09:41:20 pm
Came out with a Lezyne Pen Gauge (connecting hose from pump to tyre valve with built-in pressure gauge), on sale at £15.
Don't actually need one but definitely want one. Also a couple of squids below best Internet price.
Post by: rdaviesb on 14 October, 2011, 11:46:35 am
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-XI8PNRN_6x4/TpdmMwyDAFI/AAAAAAAAA6g/JUvXr_ljgOs/s288/025.JPG)
Post by: Andrew Br on 14 October, 2011, 11:54:12 am
Post by: TimO on 14 October, 2011, 01:27:52 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 14 October, 2011, 01:49:21 pm
Today:- Back-up Knog lights in case of emergency; Winter gloves.
:)
Post by: fuzzy on 14 October, 2011, 01:50:47 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 14 October, 2011, 02:12:30 pm
Post by: hatler on 14 October, 2011, 03:50:05 pm
Post by: TimO on 14 October, 2011, 03:57:57 pm
Yesterday:- Lazer beam of DETH (Exposure maxx-D)
Nope that's not a laser beam, I actually do have a Laser Beam of Deth (ok, a Class 3R Laser) on my bike. You'll probably see it later on. ;D
The Exposure Maxx-D is a fairly serious front light though, it'll beat my Race Maxx hands down.
Post by: mcshroom on 14 October, 2011, 04:44:49 pm
Post by: Wendy on 14 October, 2011, 04:45:47 pm
I just bought some 406 inner tubes and a bunch of neodymium magnets. I got 50, anyone want some for some tiny and lightweight cycle computer magnets?
Post by: clarion on 14 October, 2011, 05:20:47 pm
Yesterday:- Lazer beam of DETH (Exposure maxx-D)
I knew it reminded me of something:-
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BshxCIjNEjY&ob=av3e
Post by: hubner on 14 October, 2011, 06:57:16 pm
Post by: clarion on 14 October, 2011, 08:06:17 pm
Found: Carradice panniers in the cellar :thumbsup:
Post by: Juan Martín on 15 October, 2011, 06:49:59 pm
Post by: Regulator on 15 October, 2011, 06:52:28 pm
...and another flag for the recumbent. I was only after the pole really, so I'll have to find another flag to go on it.
Post by: mcshroom on 15 October, 2011, 09:30:11 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 16 October, 2011, 07:52:13 pm
Also, failed to buy n+1 road bike from ebay - outbid. Bit of a relief really!
Post by: Moose57 on 16 October, 2011, 07:56:26 pm
Post by: Kim on 16 October, 2011, 09:36:59 pm
Today:- Back-up Knog lights in case of emergency;
I was quite impressed by the brightness of the front one. Much better than the previous version, even if you allow for the nice fresh battery. :thumbsup:
Post by: why1040 on 16 October, 2011, 10:10:20 pm
On line last night - another pair of gloves and a pair of armwarmers.
Also, failed to buy n+1 road bike from ebay - outbid. Bit of a relief really!
Whereas I have successfully bought n+1 on eBay and am picking it up near Birmingham on Tuesday! :)
Post by: Kim on 16 October, 2011, 10:20:46 pm
Whereas I have successfully bought n+1 on eBay and am picking it up near Birmingham on Tuesday! :)
Ooh, I didn't realise it was an n+1. Spill the beans! Will it be ridable? Etc.
Post by: GruB on 17 October, 2011, 12:17:46 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 17 October, 2011, 12:23:21 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 17 October, 2011, 07:18:49 pm
Post by: woollypigs on 19 October, 2011, 10:47:38 am
Post by: Juan Martín on 19 October, 2011, 02:00:42 pm
On line last night - another pair of gloves and a pair of armwarmers.
Also, failed to buy n+1 road bike from ebay - outbid. Bit of a relief really!
Whereas I have successfully bought n+1 on eBay and am picking it up near Birmingham on Tuesday! :)
New bike! When I noted the other day that I had been outbid on Ebay it was rather that I had reached the limit of what I was prepared to risk. Returning yesterday evening from a late meeting at work, I checked the listing and found that with 25 minutes to go it was only slightly over budget. So…. I raised my bid and got it for 10% over budget. Normally I would be at a language class on Tuesday evening and would have missed the sale but due to the late meeting…perhaps it’s fate! (Or perhaps I’m a mug who has been manipulated by Ebay)
Anyway, I had decided that my N+1 should be sufficiently different to my existing bikes and was tending towards a modernish road bike. So, a Cannondale CAAD4 (you’ve bought a what?!) which I hope to pick up the weekend. This will be the first non steel framed bike that I have owned, or for that matter ridden, so I am quite excited about getting it.
Post by: Butterfly on 20 October, 2011, 10:58:53 am
I've just ordered a new dynohub front wheel for my winter bike and a cyo to go with it. 8)
Post by: fuzzy on 20 October, 2011, 01:01:00 pm
Again.
Post by: YahudaMoon on 20 October, 2011, 10:38:35 pm
Should I ? I think the bar tape comes in two forms. Cork & velvet >>>>>>>
Anyone got any ?
(http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/public/SjuRDtECuBRk17pIDIqOacFieDvUalwYu1Wb6xQECevXO0N164p3TXB_8IcOv0WVK62lJKl23f12WqMLRlvkQiKBlLjcO4Rt6gw8YuG6rg3tOU01xXkVrPdFs9T_PbwVUQtBFbUxF60P=s220-c)
(http://lh4.googleusercontent.com/public/hERXCtCMKZaFoBaHyF3dWMRrL1SxVostT7yvf3-ytP26B8OTDd90WK0sC8kBc2oXRDqNV4AXwsa7-4WoyDaif1cRJxaotJ9FyyFmQTayYyaAax0f44DlEBAY4GV-5LzHcGbuDgLJmQZU0dXPIRfW3mM--XrX2ag-ilccc2twCT5VO7Jy=s220-c)
Post by: CrinklyLion on 20 October, 2011, 11:27:16 pm
Post by: Pedaldog. on 20 October, 2011, 11:53:58 pm
Looking forward to building it up to be a Good Expedition tourer and actually USE IT AS SUCH!
I have finally kissed goodbye to motorbikes. I love Bicycles and Tricycles! :thumbsup:
ETA......... Thanks to Deao and others for rekindling the spark and giving me some motivation.
Post by: Feline on 21 October, 2011, 02:12:27 am
;D With the help of a friend I have got a Thorn Sherpa frameset that should be with me next week!
Looking forward to building it up to be a Good Expedition tourer and actually USE IT AS SUCH!
I have finally kissed goodbye to motorbikes. I love Bicycles and Tricycles! :thumbsup:
ETA......... Thanks to Deao and others for rekindling the spark and giving me some motivation.
Great to hear you sounding so enthusiastic about N+1 :thumbsup:
Look forward to seeing pictures.
Post by: Plug1n on 21 October, 2011, 08:00:43 am
While I could have had nearly identical brand new Tektro levers for a only few quid more, I found in the past that George Halls are some of the good guys and wanted to give them business.
Also when the last hoods went, these hoods were not available from anyone in the UK. So after a whinge at the distributor, I ordered some from the states via Amazon.
Also, it's easier/lazier to slip on new hoods than change the levers
Post by: TimC on 21 October, 2011, 10:18:55 am
Post by: interzen on 21 October, 2011, 10:23:58 am
Post by: rafletcher on 21 October, 2011, 10:45:29 am
So now just need to sell the Sram bits I took off!
Post by: Si_Co on 21 October, 2011, 12:11:53 pm
Post by: jogler on 21 October, 2011, 12:17:00 pm
Post by: Arch on 22 October, 2011, 08:41:27 pm
Post by: perpetual dan on 22 October, 2011, 09:20:58 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 23 October, 2011, 06:07:45 pm
Also, bought last week but worn for the first time today (while on my new Cannondale - did I mention that?) arm warmers. Me. Blimey. :o
Post by: Wendy on 23 October, 2011, 07:18:29 pm
Post by: Canardly on 23 October, 2011, 07:30:29 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 23 October, 2011, 08:25:00 pm
Post by: Karla on 24 October, 2011, 10:30:43 am
Last week: A Schwalbe Marathon+ for the Pompino, which is now almost fully winterised
Saturday: An S-Sun L130 (http://www.bikeradar.com/gear/category/accessories/lights/front/product/review-s-sun-l130-light-32408/) light as my new commuter light. For £18 from Spa Cycle (plus postage if you buy online, but I was passing through Harrogate), my initial impression is that these are a steal. It's got side slits and a relatively wide front face - both good for visibility - and build quality seems good. The mount can swivel from side to side, a feature which may prove useful or may need aralditing solid in a few months' time. I'll do a long term review of it after a few months, but for now it's my new recommended light for every urban rider out there and will be a useful backup to my Fenix on longer rides.
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 24 October, 2011, 01:17:51 pm
Post by: CrinklyUncle on 25 October, 2011, 04:54:59 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 25 October, 2011, 05:01:25 pm
tee hee.
Post by: AndyH on 25 October, 2011, 10:05:34 pm
A pack of C5 envelopes:thumbsup:
I'm playing with my new Ixon IQ. The focussed beam should compliment the Hope Vision 1 quite well.
Post by: sean on 26 October, 2011, 03:21:07 am
an elite water bottle and cage
a cateye micro wireless computer
a giro monza helmet
and a pair of ergon grips
;D ;D ;D ;D
Post by: tiermat on 26 October, 2011, 06:32:13 am
not long since finished work, but before work i took delivery of ...
an elite water bottle and cage
a cateye micro wireless computer
a giro monza helmet
and a pair of ergon grips
;D ;D ;D ;D
To my mind there is not a single thing on that list you will regret purchasing :thumbsup:
Post by: Auntie Helen on 26 October, 2011, 07:16:38 am
I'm playing with my new Ixon IQ. The focussed beam should compliment the Hope Vision 1 quite well.it'll say, "My, aren't you an impressive and shiny light, with such a beautiful form and shape." Or something.
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 26 October, 2011, 07:46:32 am
Also 2 merino tops and a pair of gloves seemed to have added themselves to the order.
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 27 October, 2011, 02:10:06 pm
I was going to buy from Wiggle, but they are 'out of stock', and I remember how long it took them to fill Clarion's order (8 week wasn't it), so I've shelled out an extra £2 per tyre to get them from somewhere that actually has stock.
Post by: Juan Martín on 28 October, 2011, 02:49:08 pm
Plus tubes. Must stop buying stuff! :hand:
Post by: Kim on 28 October, 2011, 04:19:18 pm
With any luck this will prove to be an investment in a short, mild winter. With slightly less luck, they should pay for themselves in reduced clothing and physioterrorism bills.
Post by: interzen on 28 October, 2011, 04:45:52 pm
Post by: Canardly on 28 October, 2011, 08:51:48 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 29 October, 2011, 06:02:42 pm
As follows: Full set of v-brakes, handlebar shims for o/s stem, some headset spacers, a VERY cheap rear mech and a 25.4mm seat post.
This bike will definitely NOT be light. It will, however, be solid and bomb proof, just the thing for a learner who's a tad lumpen. If he gets to like it I'll build him something lighter.
Post by: interzen on 01 November, 2011, 01:57:09 pm
At least now my parents can stop nagging me about not having anything that identifies me as diabetic, and people can wonder at what 'sic fret crustulum' means1 :)
1 - Dodgy Latin for "that's the way the cookie crumbles"
Post by: PaulF on 01 November, 2011, 02:00:56 pm
They're what a bike shop should be: dark, uneven floors, lovely bikes everywhere, a parts department at the bike and friendly knowlegeable staff. Worth a visit if you're ever in Toronto
Post by: Tim on 01 November, 2011, 03:56:18 pm
I wondered why there appearer to be tinsel accumulating at the fork crown. It would appear that Aztec pads are cunningly designed to look as though they've got plenty of wear left when inspected from above whilst the metal work comes through in the middle of the pad and gouges your rim.
Aztec - that design is both stupid and dangerous. (Sadly had to put some more of the same on as that was the brand carried when dropping into the nearest shop.)
But hey, what could go wrong it's only the front wheel of the tandem and it's not as though the bike isn't known to top 50mph.
Also happened to pick up a spare mini-pump having left home without one and figured one that fitted into a saddle pack would come in handy.
And if I'm lucky there will be a Carradice Nelson awaiting me when I get home (though more likely a note from the postman telling me to drop by the sorting office at a time not of my convenience or maybe just another day of waiting)...
Post by: essexian on 01 November, 2011, 04:59:06 pm
http://www.cube.eu/en/road/cross-race/cross-race/
Wont be with me until December worse luck
Post by: tiermat on 01 November, 2011, 05:05:50 pm
One of these.....
http://www.cube.eu/en/road/cross-race/cross-race/
Wont be with me until December worse luck
Nice, very very nice, I notice it has the new Shimano CX50 chainset, I am curous as to what that is like, compared to say a 105 chainset.
Post by: Tim on 02 November, 2011, 08:24:44 am
And if I'm lucky there will be a Carradice Nelson awaiting me when I get homeIt was made by Debby.
Post by: Kim on 02 November, 2011, 03:48:31 pm
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 02 November, 2011, 03:56:09 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 05 November, 2011, 08:11:31 am
I got the Barbieri, the one that Biggsy admits in his test report that he prefers....not the other one that he tried to palm me off with. It's outrageous, but a lucky escape for me I think.
;)
Post by: Adam on 05 November, 2011, 10:22:01 am
The other one can go on the spare rear wheel which has the studded winter tyres on, so when the big freeze happens, I can just swap the wheels over and pedal away.
Post by: Feline on 05 November, 2011, 11:50:54 am
Thank you simonp :-*
I think this means I now need to get out and ride my bike again, and I have a brand spanking new Brooks Finesse saddle on it that needs breaking in still after it being off the road for a month with a b0rked shifter. I wish I wasn't on nights this weekend!
Post by: Juan Martín on 06 November, 2011, 04:52:38 pm
Post by: Andrij on 06 November, 2011, 09:42:14 pm
Post by: Andrij on 07 November, 2011, 11:45:26 am
Expending round tuits in an effort to get my Orbea Elorrio back on the road and ready for winter. Just ordered a FSA Alpha Drive MTB Chainset. Also ordered a Shimano Nexus DH-3D72A. I'll be taking the latter, along with the Avid BB7 I picked up recently, to a LBS and have them build me a new front wheel / set up disc brake. After a few months with discs on the tourer, I am now a convert.
I seem to have been convinced to build the new front wheel rather than ask a LBS to do it. Time to start looking for a rim and figure out spoke length. The BEER, which will obviously be necessary, can be picked up on the day.
Post by: Ashaman42 on 07 November, 2011, 10:48:45 pm
And currently perusing dynohubd wheels and dyno lights.
Post by: Wowbagger on 07 November, 2011, 10:51:15 pm
Post by: Wendy on 07 November, 2011, 10:56:36 pm
I have been investing in some rather pokey rear lights: a pair of RSP Astrums (should that be astra?) and a Blackburn Mars 4.0. This should keep the motons aware of my existence as the daylight fades. It was a very murky ride today and I felt a little exposed. I was lit, but I'd have been happier with a few more photons.
You need a DesignShine. It pales my Dinotte into a wimpy Astrum!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0xGzfcvNBNc
Post by: L CC on 08 November, 2011, 08:57:19 am
I've clearly posted in it before, as it's in my R2U but really, is this what it's about? Shopping?
Post by: Adrian on 08 November, 2011, 09:00:32 am
I'm starting to loathe this thread. Every time it appears I'm thinking "who's smugly throwing money around today?"
I've clearly posted in it before, as it's in my R2U but really, is this what it's about? Shopping?
It is public confession to assuage guilt.
Post by: L CC on 08 November, 2011, 09:28:33 am
Thanks, and I'll take 2 hail martins for looking at dog fangs on wiggle.
Post by: tiermat on 08 November, 2011, 04:56:06 pm
Post by: Kim on 08 November, 2011, 05:22:11 pm
(Some closed-cell foam, with which I may attempt to sort out the lumbar support on my recumbent seat.)
Post by: dasmoth on 08 November, 2011, 09:24:04 pm
In that case can we see a little more self-flagellation please?
Bless me boab for I have sinned. How many strokes of the lash for stealing a glance at this page (http://santanatandem.com/Bikes/ExoGridupgrade.html)? Will I go blind?
(Lest there's any doubt, chances of us actually getting one in the next few years == 0.0000)
Post by: rower40 on 08 November, 2011, 10:25:02 pm
Specifically; I was in York for a meeting last Thursday. After the meeting, I noticed the (new? newish?) bike shop just outside the station, with its seemingly infinite array of Bromptons. Nearer the back were some *ahem* leather goods. I.e. Carradice or similar bag, clearly Brompton-compatible, looking like it was made from Brooks leather.
*drool*
Then I saw the three-digit price tag. And the first digit was, IIRC (*), a 3.
*gulp*
(*) I appear to have forgotten the exact price, possibly due to the shock.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 08 November, 2011, 10:38:51 pm
(The daughter of the owner of said emporium of Shiny is one of SmallestCub's best friends at school!)
Post by: Kim on 08 November, 2011, 10:58:24 pm
(The daughter of the owner of said emporium of Shiny is one of SmallestCub's best friends at school!)
Does that mean he gets a discount? :D
Post by: rower40 on 09 November, 2011, 08:19:54 am
Pish! You were in York WHEN I WAS BAKING and you didn't pop round? Shocked, I am.:'(
Damn that work-ethic of mine. I was a pied, and was expecting to go to the Signalbox after the meeting to assist in putting some new software in; then I got the call that the installers weren't going to be there for another 2 hours, AND that there was another problem that needed me back in Derby to investigate. So a short browse in the Brommie shop in lieu of a lunchbreak, and then straight back home on the 1345.
I'll text next time.
Post by: Juan Martín on 09 November, 2011, 09:39:06 am
Post by: TimO on 09 November, 2011, 02:42:55 pm
(I wanted to buy some tyres anyway, and the rest will be used, so effectively it's 25% off as far as I'm concerned!)
Post by: Tim on 09 November, 2011, 04:26:38 pm
Post by: hellymedic on 09 November, 2011, 07:04:06 pm
Post by: interzen on 09 November, 2011, 07:39:19 pm
Specifically; I was in York for a meeting last Thursday. After the meeting, I noticed the (new? newish?) bike shop just outside the station, with its seemingly infinite array of Bromptons.Cycle Heaven - they have another branch at the bottom end of Bishopthorpe Road.
They also have an orange Brompton with my name on it, they just don't know it yet ;)
Post by: Feanor on 09 November, 2011, 07:50:21 pm
I was using an Exposure Spark, which I still consider to be a great valu-for-money little battery light.
I've got myself an ExPoSurE MaXx-D which one of my buddies uses, and I've often fancied, but never justified to myself till now.
Oh, and a nice new lezene pump, coz my old one broke.
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F
Post by: Ham on 09 November, 2011, 07:55:36 pm
Post by: Wendy on 09 November, 2011, 08:02:52 pm
I've got myself an ExPoSurE MaXx-D which one of my buddies uses, and I've often fancied, but never justified to myself till now.
Oooh lovely!! I have an older one which won't be as bright as yours. I hope you enjoy it on your monster monster commute!!
Post by: clarion on 09 November, 2011, 08:05:30 pm
Post by: Feanor on 09 November, 2011, 08:36:26 pm
I have great hopes :-)
It is very suitable for my situation ( ride time 2.5 hours each way, generally not all of it in the dark ) where it can get charged both at home overnight, and at work during the day.
I'm also looking at dynohub lighting systems for longer rides where I can expect longer hours in the dark, and no access to charging, and remebering that the beast does not have interchangeable batteries. So when it's done, it's done.
This will be my next major purchase.
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Ron
Post by: hellymedic on 09 November, 2011, 08:40:03 pm
This post may seriously damage your wealth!
Post by: L CC on 09 November, 2011, 08:44:19 pm
In that case can we see a little more self-flagellation please?
Bless me boab for I have sinned. How many strokes of the lash for stealing a glance at this page (http://santanatandem.com/Bikes/ExoGridupgrade.html)? Will I go blind?
(Lest there's any doubt, chances of us actually getting one in the next few years == 0.0000)
17 for looking and another 10 for making me look.
Not just aiding and abetting but leading me into temptation.
/drool
Post by: Wendy on 09 November, 2011, 09:00:27 pm
Post by: why1040 on 14 November, 2011, 12:18:29 pm
I also ordered some Schwalbe Marathon Plusses for Geraldine the lovely Pilen, so that hopefully I never have to remove/replace that back wheel again! Or at least not for some time...that's a pig of a job!
And a new rack bag as I don't always need panniers but often need more than a little saddlebag. And the panniers are cheap and cheerful tat, tbh...lol!
Post by: Butterfly on 14 November, 2011, 01:01:03 pm
Yes, It's quite a beast.
I have great hopes :-)
It is very suitable for my situation ( ride time 2.5 hours each way, generally not all of it in the dark ) where it can get charged both at home overnight, and at work during the day.
I'm also looking at dynohub lighting systems for longer rides where I can expect longer hours in the dark, and no access to charging, and remebering that the beast does not have interchangeable batteries. So when it's done, it's done.
This will be my next major purchase.
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Ron
You can get a 3 cell or 1 cell piggyback battery for it (there are some on ebay at the moment), but I don't know how good they are. I use mine on low in town, medium or low most of the time in the lanes and usually only on high for going downhill on unlit roads :).
Dynohubs are also marvelous objects.
I have a bit of a light fetish. I blame the first forum ride I ever did, back in the days of cplus. I ended up riding back to the station with Pancho along a really dark lane and when he went ahead downhill, I really couldn't see a thing with my lights. It scared me somewhat!
Post by: Kim on 14 November, 2011, 01:01:31 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 14 November, 2011, 01:19:39 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 14 November, 2011, 01:49:27 pm
Post by: interzen on 14 November, 2011, 02:03:50 pm
Post by: tiermat on 14 November, 2011, 02:38:10 pm
New brake levers for the fixie
A pair of CX tyres for the InBred
2 new bottle cages for the Ridley
A Fat Spanner Hollowtech II tool.
I sense fettling sessions in my future.
Post by: PaulF on 14 November, 2011, 02:54:39 pm
Pondering a set of Bender Fenders (http://www.charliethebikemonger.com/bender-fender-426-p.asp) for the Surly - much cheaper than 'full' mudguards and may also mean that I won't have to faff around removing them if I want to do some serious off-road.
They're surprisingly good! I was sceptical at first but it works really well. They don't need much clearance but had to take mine off when I put a fatter tyre on up front.
Post by: interzen on 14 November, 2011, 02:58:13 pm
Should know in a couple of days, 'cos I went and ordered some :)Pondering a set of Bender Fenders (http://www.charliethebikemonger.com/bender-fender-426-p.asp) for the Surly - much cheaper than 'full' mudguards and may also mean that I won't have to faff around removing them if I want to do some serious off-road.
They're surprisingly good! I was sceptical at first but it works really well. They don't need much clearance but had to take mine off when I put a fatter tyre on up front.
I'm running 2.1" slicks at the moment so I doubt there'll be any issues with clearance, but if they can keep the worst of the road-borne gunge off then I'll call it a win. Plus, if I do decide to put HBFO downhill tyres on in the event of snow, they'll be far less hassle to remove than a set of 'proper' mudguards.
EDIT: Indeed, the design of the Bender Fenders is such that if'n'when I get Pugsley, I may be tempted to hack together a version that will accommodate a 4" tyre - perfect use for some offcuts of damp-proof course material ;D
Post by: jogler on 14 November, 2011, 03:36:23 pm
They are actually frames from Specsavers sunglasses range but they are an excellent wrap around fit.
So geeky as to be trend-setting 8)
Post by: Feanor on 15 November, 2011, 10:22:46 am
So I've just fettled the new Exposure Maxx-D and Lezyne pump onto the steed.
I'm taken by just how nicely machined both items are. Even the exposure handlebar mounts are works of art in themselves.
Light is charging.
Check the news for reports of un-explained bush-fires on the Cairn O'Mount this evening...
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Ron
Post by: fuzzy on 15 November, 2011, 11:06:18 am
There's a wiggle box waiting for me this morning at work :)
So I've just fettled the new Exposure Maxx-D and Lezyne pump onto the steed.
I'm taken by just how nicely machined both items are. Even the exposure handlebar mounts are works of art in themselves.
Light is charging.
Check the news for reports of un-explained bush-fires on the Cairn O'Mount this evening...
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Ron
It is now that you almost understand the reason behind the magnitude of Exposure pricing isn't it?
Fantastically manufactured bling.
Post by: dasmoth on 15 November, 2011, 02:25:56 pm
Post by: zigzag on 15 November, 2011, 03:17:18 pm
Post by: tiermat on 16 November, 2011, 12:34:30 pm
Received yesterday, fitted to helmet today, ready for tonight's ride :)
Post by: tiermat on 16 November, 2011, 02:09:29 pm
http://www.roofracks.co.uk/thule/Tow+Bar+and+Ball+Mounted+Bikes+and+Cycle+Racks+and+Carriers/929.php
And everything else associated with it (tow bar, wiring etc) and an extra bike thingummy, so I should be able to carry 4 bikes on the back of my car, and four adults in the car.
Post by: zigzag on 16 November, 2011, 02:33:34 pm
four racing tyres and a pump with a huge discount. don't want to name the place until i've received them by post.
arrived today - pump (http://www.scotbycycles.co.uk/accessories-c4/pumps-c58/bontrager-mini-charger-frame-mounted-floor-pump-p1239), tyres (http://www.scotbycycles.co.uk/parts-c39/tyres-c94/michelin-pro-3-race-road-bike-tyres-700x23c-p1574) and handlebar grips (http://www.scotbycycles.co.uk/accessories-c4/tape-grips-c59/bontrager-satellite-elite-handlebar-grips-90130mm-blackgrey-p1217) - well chuffed!
Post by: why1040 on 16 November, 2011, 03:08:00 pm
and an extra bike thingummy, so I should be able to carry 4 bikes on the back of my car
You bought an n+1 just so you could carry 4? ;) ;D
Post by: tiermat on 16 November, 2011, 03:08:47 pm
and an extra bike thingummy, so I should be able to carry 4 bikes on the back of my car
You bought an n+1 just so you could carry 4? ;) ;D
I wish, but even if I sold 1/2 my stable I would still have too many to fit on that rack :(
Post by: interzen on 16 November, 2011, 04:59:36 pm
One of these:I thought I recognised the site - it's where I bought my Thule roof bars from ages ago.
http://www.roofracks.co.uk/thule/Tow+Bar+and+Ball+Mounted+Bikes+and+Cycle+Racks+and+Carriers/929.php
And everything else associated with it (tow bar, wiring etc) and an extra bike thingummy, so I should be able to carry 4 bikes on the back of my car, and four adults in the car.
All we need now is to get our Mille Alba entries confirmed :)
Post by: mcshroom on 16 November, 2011, 08:29:56 pm
four racing tyres and a pump with a huge discount. don't want to name the place until i've received them by post.
arrived today - pump (http://www.scotbycycles.co.uk/accessories-c4/pumps-c58/bontrager-mini-charger-frame-mounted-floor-pump-p1239), tyres (http://www.scotbycycles.co.uk/parts-c39/tyres-c94/michelin-pro-3-race-road-bike-tyres-700x23c-p1574) and handlebar grips (http://www.scotbycycles.co.uk/accessories-c4/tape-grips-c59/bontrager-satellite-elite-handlebar-grips-90130mm-blackgrey-p1217) - well chuffed!
Good little bike shop that, and not good for my wallet every time I go to Carlisle. :)
Post by: L CC on 16 November, 2011, 08:34:41 pm
Confession and flagellation in one.
(May appear on the For Sale board after the first weekend's riding)
Post by: Feanor on 16 November, 2011, 09:50:28 pm
Ordered same (plus holders) for Junior's roadbike, as the stock shimano pads are not so good in the wet, also they seem to chew up the rims more.
And extra chargers for the Exposure kit so I can re-change both at home and at work.
And I will nom down the little bag of haribos that wiggle give you for free :-)
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F
Post by: Kim on 17 November, 2011, 03:03:16 pm
Post by: tiermat on 17 November, 2011, 03:07:16 pm
Ordered same (plus holders) for Junior's roadbike, as the stock shimano pads are not so good in the wet, also they seem to chew up the rims more.
My finding exactly, Shimano pads seem to be the Steptoes of the brakepad world, they hold onto every little shard of metal like it is platinum!!!! And they are shit in the wet, just how bad I discovered when I switched to Swissstop green pads.
Post by: pumpkin on 17 November, 2011, 03:18:17 pm
Post by: De Sisti on 17 November, 2011, 03:35:10 pm
Post by: Wendy on 17 November, 2011, 03:38:38 pm
ROSE visor clip LIGHT (http://www.roseversand.com/products/detail/aid:376276/)
That looks cool! Would go well with my #11 808 keyfob camera, also velcroed to my cap!!!
Post by: interzen on 17 November, 2011, 04:07:27 pm
Since I was out on the Surly today, I went hunting for puddles to see how the effective the one I've fitted to the front end was. The answer is 'very' - obviously not as good as 'proper' mudguards, but far more effective than you'd think, looking at it.
Seven-and-a-half quid well spent, there.
Post by: Andrew Br on 17 November, 2011, 04:15:00 pm
Hell they're expensive, even with the 15% discount that the LBS gives me.
Ribble had them advertised for much, much less but, since they weren't in stock, they might as well have been free.
If you look in the fettling thread, you'll see what I did this afternoon.
Post by: huggy on 17 November, 2011, 04:45:35 pm
However, I can say that I'm not flattered when I opened the box and the bib shorts were actually Extra Extra Large, what are they trying to say?? :o
Suffice to say they will soon be on their way back for replacement!
And no Haribo in the box either, must be austerity measures :(
Other ordered items in the box were Ergon GR2-L handlebar grips, spare inner tube, SKS Chromoplastic mudgaurds - some fettling do on the new bike at the weekend :D
Post by: jogler on 20 November, 2011, 07:41:22 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 21 November, 2011, 05:08:28 pm
Post by: L CC on 21 November, 2011, 07:16:31 pm
Two flexible silicone cake moulds from Lidl.
In what way is this cycling stuff?
Post by: Wendy on 21 November, 2011, 07:19:22 pm
Two flexible silicone cake moulds from Lidl.
In what way is this cycling stuff?
LOOL! Srsly, do you have to ask that question?
Post by: gerwinium on 21 November, 2011, 07:20:41 pm
Post by: why1040 on 21 November, 2011, 07:55:05 pm
Two flexible silicone cake moulds from Lidl.
In what way is this cycling stuff?
LOOL! Srsly, do you have to ask that question?
I did think the same for about 10 seconds and then realised what I was thinking! Of course cake moulds are cycling related!!
Post by: Canardly on 21 November, 2011, 08:29:50 pm
Post by: gerwinium on 22 November, 2011, 07:30:13 pm
Post by: tiermat on 23 November, 2011, 02:19:55 pm
But then again I have just recently bought a (non-cycling specific) Berghaus Windstopper jacket, so another might be overkill....
Post by: parkysouthlondon on 23 November, 2011, 02:32:34 pm
Got them in Condor's. Standard £4 but I went for the expensive stainless steel type at £10 each. Was I stitched up?
Post by: alexb on 23 November, 2011, 06:25:32 pm
Standard XC50: http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=69960&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=Shopping&utm_name=UnitedKingdom
Winterised XC50N: http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=69961
Note the fact that these have closed soles. A lot of the new Shimano range have open soles, so that the SPD plates leave open slots around the cleats where water creeps in if you have to go wading.
I also got a pair of new bibshorts to bump the price over £100 to save myself a tenner on the order.
and I ordered a new pair of intermediate weather gloves.
Good job my birthday is just around the corner!
Post by: Frere on 23 November, 2011, 06:57:32 pm
Frere
Post by: Feline on 23 November, 2011, 09:33:28 pm
Boo to Customs and Excise twats for the massive £14 charge to receive the package!
All I need now is some warm enough weather to wear a short sleeved jersey in to christen it.
Post by: fuzzy on 24 November, 2011, 08:56:05 am
The other day I bought 2 yacf bidons :smug:
Post by: tiermat on 24 November, 2011, 09:00:40 am
Not today but just remebered.
The other day I bought 2 yacf bidons :smug:
And they should be with you today or tomorrow, the first ones have shown up (but then they only had ~15 miles to go to get there! :) )
Post by: fuzzy on 24 November, 2011, 09:14:13 am
Post by: vorsprung on 24 November, 2011, 09:42:56 am
For two different projects, obviously. But living proof that bike gears are a PitA
The Alfine wheel is a pre-built Shimano product, 24h and includes a join kit, sprocket, track nuts and a twist shifter. The wheel even already has rim tape on it. Apart from being 24h, it's ideal. It was £120 inc shipping, so assuming it works as advertised for a few months, bargain. Ideal for a person who just wants their commuting bike to work. I can then rebuild the old rear wheel at my leisure
The XT dérailleur is for the 1x9, I am just waiting for the fork crown puller and the headset press now
Post by: zigzag on 24 November, 2011, 03:58:12 pm
The XT dérailleur is for the 1x9..
nice and simple setup, just make sure you have something to keep the chain on the chainring (outer chainguard or lowered front mech)
Post by: Kim on 25 November, 2011, 04:40:01 pm
I still consider the things to be a lesser work of Stan, but they're the sort of thing that's useful to have around for tweaking bike setup in a warm place with proper tools to hand, and barakta has expressed an interest in having one to do short sessions on over the winter in the hope of developing cycling legs without the faff overhead of warm clothing and getting the trike in and out of the house and so on.
I expect I'll have to do something clever to make it work with a 20" wheel, but how hard can that be?
Post by: interzen on 25 November, 2011, 04:45:56 pm
I expect I'll have to do something clever to make it work with a 20" wheel, but how hard can that be?Depends on the turbo, but if its anything like mine it has a bracket which you fit in order for the roller to reach the tyre on a 26" wheel so I can't imagine it being massively difficult.
Post by: interzen on 25 November, 2011, 04:52:44 pm
The Alfine wheel is a pre-built Shimano product, 24h and includes a join kit, sprocket, track nuts and a twist shifter. The wheel even already has rim tape on it. Apart from being 24h, it's ideal. It was £120 inc shipping, so assuming it works as advertised for a few months, bargain. Ideal for a person who just wants their commuting bike to work. I can then rebuild the old rear wheel at my leisureThis sounds like the same sort of wheel that I have on my orange Genesis - if it is, then you may well be surprised how robust it is. Apart from having to engage in a minor bit of wheel voodoo after an encounter with a particularly nasty pothole it's managed to cope admirably with 20 stone of me, plus luggage, for the past 5000 miles or so. Shimano do a matching 20-hole dyno-hub fitted front wheel which again, is far more robust than its looks would indicate.
Post by: jogler on 25 November, 2011, 04:54:35 pm
I expect I'll have to do something clever to make it work with a 20" wheel, but how hard can that be?Depends on the turbo, but if its anything like mine it has a bracket which you fit in order for the roller to reach the tyre on a 26" wheel so I can't imagine it being massively difficult.
Marj has her Trice on a set of rollers
Post by: tiermat on 25 November, 2011, 04:57:14 pm
The Alfine wheel is a pre-built Shimano product, 24h and includes a join kit, sprocket, track nuts and a twist shifter. The wheel even already has rim tape on it. Apart from being 24h, it's ideal. It was £120 inc shipping, so assuming it works as advertised for a few months, bargain. Ideal for a person who just wants their commuting bike to work. I can then rebuild the old rear wheel at my leisureThis sounds like the same sort of wheel that I have on my orange Genesis - if it is, then you may well be surprised how robust it is. Apart from having to engage in a minor bit of wheel voodoo after an encounter with a particularly nasty pothole it's managed to cope admirably with 20 stone of me, plus luggage, for the past 5000 miles or so. Shimano do a matching 20-hole dyno-hub fitted front wheel which again, is far more robust than its looks would indicate.
If it is anything like Shimano's other factory built wheels, it will be way way tougher than it looks.
I have a set of Ultegra 6600 wheels on the Ridley (IIRC 16/20 spokes) and have actually ridden them off road, several times, on 23mm tyres and not had any pringles with them. In fact all the have had done to them in the 3 years I have had them is a minor trueing and bearing service (which was just a strip down and re-grease).
Post by: Feline on 25 November, 2011, 05:01:35 pm
They would actually fit on my Claud Butler sit-up-and-beg dog walking bike, so if it gets icy I will actually get to try them, but can't see myself riding very far on that bike especially with its naff twist grip shifters and hideous plastic chain guard. I am looking for N+1 with hub gears and disc brakes for winter use, but might need to win the lottery first :demon:
Post by: Kim on 25 November, 2011, 05:08:47 pm
Marj has her Trice on a set of rollers
I considered that, but they're a lot harder to come by cheaply. And of course a lot less useful with two-wheelers in the absence of space, soft surfaces and 1337 balance 5k|11z (which are in short supply around here).
Plus (and it sounds like a minor plus, but I can't emphasise how much easier it makes things), clamping the rear axle in a turbo is the best way to work out whether the boom on your two-wheeled recumbent is actually straight. Worth it for that alone, IMHO.
I'm sure an extension bracket shouldn't be too hard to molish out of some angle iron or a sturdy block of wood or something.
Post by: De Sisti on 26 November, 2011, 02:55:00 am
Campag Comp rear mech (as spare)
Post by: Canardly on 26 November, 2011, 08:00:43 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 27 November, 2011, 06:32:18 pm
I'm trying to pursuade myself that my vantage is good enough not to need a new audax bike :-\
Post by: zigzag on 27 November, 2011, 09:33:15 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 27 November, 2011, 10:17:55 pm
not exactly cycling stuff, but they will be handy in future fettles - rivet gun&rivets and tap and die set. bought at my local lidl.
I got that tap and die set as well, for when I'm brave enough to drill out the stuck screw in my front fork It looks quite good :)
Post by: IanDG on 27 November, 2011, 10:19:49 pm
Post by: Kim on 27 November, 2011, 10:25:11 pm
I got that tap and die set as well, for when I'm brave enough to drill out the stuck screw in my front fork It looks quite good :)
I bought the Aldi effort last time round. Last week I finally got round to using it, to tap a pair of M3 holes in the lever of a bar-end shifter. It worked surprisingly well (the one and only time I've tapped a hole in something previously was some naff CDT project when I was 14, and that went horribly wrong[1]).
[1] Just to further dispel the myth that I actually know anything about mechanical stuff.
Post by: jogler on 28 November, 2011, 02:25:59 pm
I chose the frames because they are rather a close fitting wrap-around effect.
Interestingly they work out cheaper than Optilabs would have been with the varifocul lenses & ph.chromo. treatment.
Post by: tiermat on 28 November, 2011, 02:35:46 pm
Collected (paid for two weeks ago) my prescription/photochromatic lenses in a MASSIVE frame.Very geeking-looking.So much so it will start a new cycle-fashion trend ;D
I chose the frames because they are rather a close fitting wrap-around effect.
Interestingly they work out cheaper than Optilabs would have been with the varifocul lenses & ph.chromo. treatment.
(http://2.static.wix.com/media/1cd7c7484f0be6b755531a0d315d2fe2.wix_mp)
Post by: jogler on 28 November, 2011, 03:46:27 pm
Collected (paid for two weeks ago) my prescription/photochromatic lenses in a MASSIVE frame.Very geeking-looking.So much so it will start a new cycle-fashion trend ;D
I chose the frames because they are rather a close fitting wrap-around effect.
Interestingly they work out cheaper than Optilabs would have been with the varifocul lenses & ph.chromo. treatment.
(http://2.static.wix.com/media/1cd7c7484f0be6b755531a0d315d2fe2.wix_mp)
;D
PMSL
Post by: interzen on 28 November, 2011, 04:53:51 pm
Hopefully your personal hygiene is a bit better than Spud's (if you've seen the film you'll know what I mean - if not, well ...) ;DCollected (paid for two weeks ago) my prescription/photochromatic lenses in a MASSIVE frame.Very geeking-looking.So much so it will start a new cycle-fashion trend ;D
I chose the frames because they are rather a close fitting wrap-around effect.
Interestingly they work out cheaper than Optilabs would have been with the varifocul lenses & ph.chromo. treatment.
(http://2.static.wix.com/media/1cd7c7484f0be6b755531a0d315d2fe2.wix_mp)
;D
PMSL
Post by: jogler on 28 November, 2011, 05:02:46 pm
never heard of him & seen no film of same.
Post by: Aidan on 28 November, 2011, 05:18:14 pm
Post by: interzen on 28 November, 2011, 05:26:01 pm
Spud?Ah, right - tiermat's piccy is of the character "Spud" from Trainspotting.
never heard of him & seen no film of same.
As well as those iconic specs, his most memorable scenes from the film are a) turning up for an interview high on speed and b) demonstrating what the body is capable of involuntarily after copious quantities of drugs and booze :sick: Somehow it manages to be disgusting and hilarious at the same time.
"Trainspotting" is also one of Ewan McGregor's best movies, IMO.
( X-post with someone who doesn't exist ;D)
Post by: numbnuts on 28 November, 2011, 05:31:53 pm
Post by: interzen on 28 November, 2011, 05:40:49 pm
Well, I haven't bought it yet but negotiations are currently ongoing with the LBS ;D
Post by: Kim on 28 November, 2011, 06:21:04 pm
Turbo trainer. Ebay bargain from a local seller (who has very kindly offered to drop it off on Monday, which saves me trying to transport it by bike).
I expect I'll have to do something clever to make it work with a 20" wheel, but how hard can that be?
:facepalm:
Well, I've now got the trainer, and while it doesn't look too tricky to molish an appropriate extension bracket, I've just discovered a more serious flaw in the plan: the bottom of the ICE luggage rack sits almost exactly in line with the rear axle. Grr.
(http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/sprint/IMG_3163.sized.jpg)
We've just had a serious head-scratching session, which involved just a little bit of swearing and the experimental undoing of various bolts.
As I see it, the options seem to be:
a) take the sides of the rack off
b) rollers
Neither of these are particularly attractive, as a) involves 6 bolts and the use of a third hand, so isn't something we'd be doing with any regularity, so is only reasonable if combined with the purchase of a rack bag and b) is, as far as I can see, liable to result in the chain fouling the roller without further fettling to accept a small wheel (and would be useless with the other bikes).
Fneh.
Post by: jogler on 28 November, 2011, 06:28:18 pm
is, as far as I can see, liable to result in the chain fouling the roller without further fettling to accept a small wheel (and would be useless with the other bikes).
Fneh.
there is no chain/roller contact when Marj's Trice is on the rollers.
hth
Post by: Kim on 28 November, 2011, 06:28:50 pm
there is no chain/roller contact when Marj's Trice is on the rollers.
hth
20" wheel?
Post by: jogler on 28 November, 2011, 06:30:29 pm
there is no chain/roller contact when Marj's Trice is on the rollers.
hth
20" wheel?
<jogler nips out to the garage to double check>
Post by: jogler on 28 November, 2011, 06:32:58 pm
there is no chain/roller contact when Marj's Trice is on the rollers.
hth
20" wheel?
<jogler nips out to the garage to double check>
Yes,20" wheel.
Post by: Wendy on 28 November, 2011, 07:14:57 pm
Post by: Kim on 28 November, 2011, 07:57:16 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 29 November, 2011, 09:09:59 am
I had originally bid for an Extralite stem and immediately regretted it thinking that I would never trust it; I was much relieved when I was outbid. It eventually went for around £40. And good luck to them!
Post by: Feanor on 29 November, 2011, 03:16:23 pm
And some Haribos nom nom.
So perhaps a commute later this week after all.
Didn't fancy it in my old tyres which gave me a dual deflation at the weekend.
And perhaps the weather will improve.
--
F
Post by: Frere on 29 November, 2011, 03:35:39 pm
Frere
Post by: Kim on 29 November, 2011, 06:30:39 pm
As I see it, the options seem to be:
a) take the sides of the rack off
I went for this approach, on the basis that it's a solution to a short-term problem, and a rack bag should be all the luggage barakta needs until such a time as she has proper cycling legs. The turbo is just as likely to be used on one of my two-wheelers in future, which wouldn't be a sane option with rollers[1].
Fettling for 20" wheels documented in this subject-specific thread (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=53787.msg1104717#msg1104717l).
[1] I got to see people defying the laws of physics on them at close range at Mildenhall, while I was remembering how to work a Betapack. No thanks :hand:
Post by: Wendy on 29 November, 2011, 07:23:45 pm
Post by: Kim on 29 November, 2011, 10:53:07 pm
Come on, don't be afraid of rollers. They are a lot easier than skating.
Yeah, about that... ;D
Post by: jogler on 30 November, 2011, 10:02:04 am
Come on, don't be afraid of rollers. They are a lot easier than skating.
+1
Post by: dasmoth on 30 November, 2011, 10:21:11 pm
Post by: Mr Arch on 01 December, 2011, 02:14:17 am
Post by: tiermat on 01 December, 2011, 12:08:45 pm
One for the Ridley, one for the Holdsworth. :)
Post by: spindrift on 01 December, 2011, 12:19:19 pm
Post by: Aidan on 01 December, 2011, 12:23:46 pm
Post by: tiermat on 01 December, 2011, 12:29:53 pm
One gatorskin , so I can fit that and one I've already got to the Holdsworth. I've also ordered a Minoura Spacegrip, as it looks like theyve done a big redesign since I last had a cheese one. If its made of more solid and durable cheese it might actually be useful
they are actually quite good now, I bought one earlier in the year.
One tip, when fitting it, put the clear plastic bit inside the clamp, attach to bars, clip down the over-centre clip THEN tighten up the allen bolt to suit.
If you try it the other way it will rattle about.
Post by: Aidan on 01 December, 2011, 12:36:54 pm
One gatorskin , so I can fit that and one I've already got to the Holdsworth. I've also ordered a Minoura Spacegrip, as it looks like theyve done a big redesign since I last had a cheese one. If its made of more solid and durable cheese it might actually be useful
they are actually quite good now, I bought one earlier in the year.
One tip, when fitting it, put the clear plastic bit inside the clamp, attach to bars, clip down the over-centre clip THEN tighten up the allen bolt to suit.
If you try it the other way it will rattle about.
Will do, thanks. :thumbsup:
Post by: jogler on 01 December, 2011, 01:11:50 pm
they are actually quite good now, I bought one earlier in the year.
One tip, when fitting it, put the clear plastic bit inside the clamp, attach to bars, clip down the over-centre clip THEN tighten up the allen bolt to suit.
+1 on both comments
Post by: Kim on 01 December, 2011, 02:02:04 pm
Post by: interzen on 01 December, 2011, 03:49:44 pm
- A pair of 32mm Panaracer RibMos - I'll now be able to fit mudguards onto the yellow Genesis
- A folding 32mm Ribmo, just in case
- A ludicrously orange Altura jacket (the orangeness just about offsets the fact that I needed a 3XL)
- A retina-ripping front light for commuting duties
- A rear rack for the yellow Genesis and a retina-ripping rear light for same
- Assorted other odds and sods
I also might have accidentally bought myself
(click to show/hide)
Post by: alexb on 01 December, 2011, 06:08:54 pm
£12 from Amazon.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Widek-Dingdong-Bell-Chrome-80mm/dp/B001QSWLW0/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1322762909&sr=8-1-fkmr1
Post by: CrinklyLion on 01 December, 2011, 10:41:04 pm
4 YACF water bottles. And a couple of Alpkit headtorches.
Oh, and these....
(http://a6.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/386024_10150425026446839_551606838_8154838_1689430409_n.jpg)
:D
Post by: Kim on 01 December, 2011, 11:02:48 pm
Post by: Feline on 02 December, 2011, 12:31:22 am
Post by: Frere on 02 December, 2011, 12:39:13 am
In the interests of practicality, and because such things are basically inevitable, I bought barakta some Carradice.
:thumbsup:
Frere
Post by: citoyen on 02 December, 2011, 12:39:23 pm
Cyclo torque wrench
Green Oil Ecorider deluxe bike cleaning set
2x Altura Nevis jackets
All for the grand total of £20! #win
Not expecting much from the jackets, but for a fiver each, I'll be happy enough if they last through the winter.
d.
Post by: fuzzy on 02 December, 2011, 12:42:40 pm
Post by: jogler on 02 December, 2011, 12:45:53 pm
;D
Post by: Butterfly on 02 December, 2011, 01:08:03 pm
And a nice gore fleece and a jersey from wiggle 8)
Post by: Juan Martín on 02 December, 2011, 08:17:04 pm
100mm Bontrager stem from Ebay for a fiver.
Which when it arrived was 31mm rather than the 26mm described. ::-)
Post by: bazzerp on 02 December, 2011, 09:43:21 pm
http://www.dieburgercycletour.co.za/
Also got my Race Tec timing thingy to fit to my ankle for all future events around Cape Town - they take it very seriously here - when I try & explain Audax I get blank looks - maybe it's just Africa or the Afrikaanse mentality ...
Post by: Juan Martín on 04 December, 2011, 07:12:10 pm
It'll probably be the wrong size anyway.
Post by: L CC on 04 December, 2011, 08:26:33 pm
(http://s.wiggle.co.uk/images/deda-Dog-Fang-med.jpg)
Post by: Regulator on 05 December, 2011, 12:11:04 pm
I am now ready for the SNO.
Post by: fuzzy on 06 December, 2011, 09:56:43 am
Get to work and sort myself out. Fire up the Babbage Engine, clear the e mails and sup a cup of tea. It is then bagle O'Clock-
Cut in half and toasted. One half with butter, one half with Marmite :thumbsup:
Post by: jogler on 06 December, 2011, 10:04:41 am
Cut in half and toasted. One half with butter, one half with Marmite :thumbsup:
:thumbsup:
that's classy :)
Post by: fuzzy on 06 December, 2011, 11:37:48 am
Cut in half and toasted. One half with butter, one half with Marmite :thumbsup:
:thumbsup:
that's classy :)
I don't know about classy but it is chuffing delicious :D
Post by: jogler on 06 December, 2011, 12:09:42 pm
Post by: fuzzy on 06 December, 2011, 12:22:31 pm
I offer this example to the panel-
A chip and leek butty.
Delicious- yes (in spades).
Classy?
Post by: jogler on 06 December, 2011, 02:50:07 pm
Post by: Feanor on 06 December, 2011, 02:59:11 pm
Dunno what you're laughing at, says Mr. T.
We set out at the same time, and we're here before you!
We never caught them back up, tho.
--
Ron
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 06 December, 2011, 03:09:19 pm
£10 for a pair. WTF are they so bloody expensive?
Post by: jogler on 06 December, 2011, 03:12:01 pm
I pack of those reflective spoke thingys from that gent Andrij :thumbsup:
;D
they've just arrived in the post 8)
Post by: Auntie Helen on 07 December, 2011, 07:23:37 am
jockey wheels.My Trice Q has a rather unusual lower jockey wheel which costs an unfeasible £35. Fortunately ICE sent me a pair for a fiver that they had lying around.
£10 for a pair. WTF are they so bloody expensive?
Post by: fuzzy on 07 December, 2011, 09:27:12 am
2 packs of those reflective spoke thingys from that gent Andrij :thumbsup:
Arrived in the post yesterday and fitted last night :D
Post by: Regulator on 07 December, 2011, 01:38:45 pm
A studded rear tyre for Regina, from the Schwalbe online shop (http://store.schwalbe.co.uk/home/index/7722.0).
I am now ready for the SNO.
Arrived yesterday. Excellent service from Schwalbe's store people. :thumbsup:
Post by: zigzag on 07 December, 2011, 03:00:42 pm
Post by: vorsprung on 07 December, 2011, 03:08:36 pm
Post by: MattH on 07 December, 2011, 03:31:11 pm
Post by: TimC on 07 December, 2011, 03:46:26 pm
Post by: trio25 on 07 December, 2011, 08:51:46 pm
Post by: Canardly on 07 December, 2011, 10:04:17 pm
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1600-Lumen-Zoomable-CREE-XM-L-T6-LED-18650-Flashlight-Torch-Zoom-Lamp-Light-/170742231258?pt=UK_SportsLeisure_Camping_LightsLanternsTorches&hash=item27c107b0da
Post by: Bledlow on 08 December, 2011, 07:29:20 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 08 December, 2011, 07:52:44 pm
A carbon seatpost from Ebay.
Which when it arrived had 27.2 marked on it; which I rather suspiciously checked with vernier calipers. Spot on! :thumbsup:
Post by: Juan Martín on 10 December, 2011, 05:37:50 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 10 December, 2011, 11:22:54 pm
Post by: eck on 11 December, 2011, 06:17:14 pm
I borrowed a set of Ay-Ups from David Martin of this parish a couple of years ago, and was mighty impressed with them. Others, including Mr Noodley, have kindly lent me other HBFO lights for suffering in the dark, but it was the cost, design and runtime of the Ay-Ups that swung it for me. The only serious competitor was the Exposure Maxx. A clubmate lent me his for the Mersey Roads 24 this year, very nice but a good bit dearer than what I paid for the Ay-Ups, and not so good a run time.
Cue lots of people telling my why I should have bought something else... :-X And, yes, I know about shipping costs and that I might get stung for duty.
Post by: Feanor on 12 December, 2011, 11:05:06 am
Post by: tiermat on 19 December, 2011, 01:46:49 pm
Post by: Chris L on 19 December, 2011, 02:00:45 pm
So lovely AW Cycles of Merton High Street say they can make one for me from raw ingredients. Cool, eh? I was worried going to pick it up because we didn't agree a price. I shouldn't have been. He did a beautiful job and charged me a tenner. And gave me £3 off the mirror I bought in a fit of gratitude. Man!
Post by: Andrew Br on 19 December, 2011, 02:52:43 pm
It's intended for the light bike and the fork already on there will be cascaded onto the tourer.
I'm hoping that the light bike will look a little better and I'll gain a bit more toe room. The benefit for the tourer will be a much better ride and a lot less weight; the current fork is a Kona P2 which is made of
The new fork is intended for MTBs so fingers crossed that it all works out.
Post by: Snakehips on 19 December, 2011, 03:01:12 pm
A bracket for my new front light. Not exciting? Well it is!It is to me too ! And from Merton High St. Got a pic you can share ?
Post by: eck on 19 December, 2011, 03:08:53 pm
Although their lights are things of Great Beauty and Brightness, why the nice guys at Ay-Up think that the four zip ties they supply is enough is beyond me. That allows for one installation and one change of the lights on the bars. :facepalm:
I hope I'll be needing more than that... :-\
Post by: Chris L on 19 December, 2011, 04:04:42 pm
A bracket for my new front light. Not exciting? Well it is!It is to me too ! And from Merton High St. Got a pic you can share ?
I'll try and remember to take its picture this evening. Or did you mean a picture of Merton High Street? In which case. I can go one better than that and show you a picture of AW Cycles: http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?q=merton+high+street&hl=en&ll=51.416231,-0.185287&spn=0.011348,0.028903&sll=53.800651,-4.064941&sspn=22.699546,59.194336&vpsrc=6&hnear=High+St,+London,+Greater+High+Street+Wimbledon,+London+SW19+5DX,+United+Kingdom&t=h&z=16&layer=c&cbll=51.416066,-0.185524&panoid=MFQc8yKgMpZuVvfuN0tMEQ&cbp=12,173.02,,0,-1.61
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 21 December, 2011, 07:54:53 pm
Post by: Snakehips on 22 December, 2011, 05:03:10 pm
I'll try and remember to take its picture this evening. Or did you mean a picture of Merton High Street? In which case. I can go one better than that and show you a picture of AW Cycles: http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?q=merton+high+street&hl=en&ll=51.416231,-0.185287&spn=0.011348,0.028903&sll=53.800651,-4.064941&sspn=22.699546,59.194336&vpsrc=6&hnear=High+St,+London,+Greater+High+Street+Wimbledon,+London+SW19+5DX,+United+Kingdom&t=h&z=16&layer=c&cbll=51.416066,-0.185524&panoid=MFQc8yKgMpZuVvfuN0tMEQ&cbp=12,173.02,,0,-1.61Thanks , that'll keep me going.
I just bought one of these from Evans ............. http://www.evanscycles.com/products/mulebar/christmas-stocking-ec032241 (http://www.evanscycles.com/products/mulebar/christmas-stocking-ec032241)
Post by: rower40 on 22 December, 2011, 05:48:40 pm
(Then spent several minutes swearing in an attempt to remove the cleat fixing nut cover).
And one of these:
http://www.teng.co.uk/ak561-sealey-gearless-ratchet-1-or-4%E2%80%9Dsq-drive_7787_pd.asp (http://www.teng.co.uk/ak561-sealey-gearless-ratchet-1-or-4%E2%80%9Dsq-drive_7787_pd.asp)
Mmm, sparkly.
Post by: perpetual dan on 22 December, 2011, 06:12:53 pm
They're also an experiment in how I find big at the front / small and knobbly at the back (off road).
Post by: Butterfly on 22 December, 2011, 11:43:29 pm
I've never seen it look that open! It usually looks as though it shut ten years ago when I've been past. ???A bracket for my new front light. Not exciting? Well it is!It is to me too ! And from Merton High St. Got a pic you can share ?
I'll try and remember to take its picture this evening. Or did you mean a picture of Merton High Street? In which case. I can go one better than that and show you a picture of AW Cycles: http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?q=merton+high+street&hl=en&ll=51.416231,-0.185287&spn=0.011348,0.028903&sll=53.800651,-4.064941&sspn=22.699546,59.194336&vpsrc=6&hnear=High+St,+London,+Greater+High+Street+Wimbledon,+London+SW19+5DX,+United+Kingdom&t=h&z=16&layer=c&cbll=51.416066,-0.185524&panoid=MFQc8yKgMpZuVvfuN0tMEQ&cbp=12,173.02,,0,-1.61
Post by: zigzag on 29 December, 2011, 10:20:15 am
Post by: Bender on 29 December, 2011, 11:10:30 am
Post by: clarion on 29 December, 2011, 11:16:38 am
I mean, she was in the bath, not the bike. The bike wasn't there. It was in a magazine. C+ were very impressed with the 2012 version, which they say is more suited to touring, so even more of an all-rounder than before. If I had to have one bike only, it could well be a CdF, but I can't justify one yet. Hope you enjoy yours.
I've bought something which will make TGL very very happy indeed. But it isn't something I've bought for him. It's for me, and he gets a cast-off ;)
Post by: tiermat on 29 December, 2011, 11:21:22 am
I had spent too long admiring LG's and Crusty's night vision jackets and figured I would use my voucher before they go belly up....
Post by: clarion on 29 December, 2011, 11:26:38 am
Post by: robgul on 29 December, 2011, 01:13:34 pm
Rob
Post by: bloomers100 on 29 December, 2011, 03:20:24 pm
Rose have done well out of us this Christmas, we've only used them when they are cheaper than UK online retailers.
I went to LBS to get a tiagra 10 speed cassette today, they only had 105 for £50, bit lumpy I reckon, so I resorted to Parkers.
Post by: interzen on 29 December, 2011, 05:14:09 pm
Post by: Quint on 29 December, 2011, 06:09:36 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 29 December, 2011, 07:32:09 pm
Post by: interzen on 29 December, 2011, 07:48:32 pm
Not bought but swapped with eck, a pair of padded Lidl cycling gloves. And to go with them, a jersey that was surplus to his requirements - blue to go with my Cannondale; it fits me like the aforementioned. What a nice chap! :thumbsup:Fits you like a Cannondale? That's rather an odd turn of phrase :)
Post by: Frere on 29 December, 2011, 08:10:44 pm
I paid a deposit for the Pugsley today - does that count? ;D
Same for a Burls Ti frame, does this count? ;D
Frere
Post by: tiermat on 30 December, 2011, 01:52:44 pm
Not bad as the most expensive was £35.....
Post by: jogler on 30 December, 2011, 02:01:26 pm
I have just bought 4 frames, two old Carltons and an old Raliegh and a mystery frame.
Not bad as the most expensive was £35.....
you are Captain Scarlett AICMFP
Post by: Butterfly on 30 December, 2011, 02:10:01 pm
Post by: tiermat on 30 December, 2011, 02:10:42 pm
Clarion wants to talk to you... :thumbsup:
I somehow knew that was coming :)
Post by: Bartonflyer on 30 December, 2011, 03:32:00 pm
Post by: Wonky on 30 December, 2011, 03:37:14 pm
Post by: Hammerman on 30 December, 2011, 03:55:11 pm
Post by: henshaw11 on 30 December, 2011, 04:28:52 pm
Tried some Sportful no-rain bib longs which would have been a good buy at about 50 quid, dunno what height they're made for cos both the small and med seemed to have a little too much material bunching in the legs, and it's not like I'm either short, or skinny in the leg department.
(Otherwise, the general impression was Nureyev-like, particularly given the size/placing of the front of the seatpad :D )
Post by: Bledlow on 30 December, 2011, 05:47:55 pm
Then I found that I'd lost one of the spacers for the inner ring. And I have no spares!
Post by: mcshroom on 30 December, 2011, 06:07:32 pm
Otherwise, are you sure you can't molish one out of anything until a spare arrives?
Post by: Bledlow on 30 December, 2011, 06:12:07 pm
Tomorrow I'll see if there's an LBS which sells sets of suitable chainring bolts. If not, I'll order a set from Spa, which I know sells exactly the right bits, cursing at having to pay a second set of postage. I should have bought a set with the chainrings. Spares are always useful.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 31 December, 2011, 10:44:16 am
I have just bought 4 frames, two old Carltons and an old Raliegh and a mystery frame.
And I bet they're all too small, aren't they?
Post by: clarion on 31 December, 2011, 12:14:08 pm
I've bought something which will make TGL very very happy indeed. But it isn't something I've bought for him. It's for me, and he gets a cast-off ;)And we got it today, despite Parcelfarce.
It's a black Hope Vision One. For me. :)
But it means that TGL gets the blue one off me which I got from a forumite. It isn't pristine, by any means, but his reaction was 'Awesome!' :D
Post by: CrinklyUncle on 31 December, 2011, 01:41:32 pm
Post by: tiermat on 31 December, 2011, 04:43:32 pm
Today the postman has delivered a saddle and rear dérailleur to go with my spare pare of pedals.
*ahem* I respectfully point the honourable gentleman to my post upthread WRT frames.... :)
In other news, on a visit to TK Maxx I purchased two of their Merino base layers.
Post by: PaulF on 31 December, 2011, 04:55:08 pm
Which is just as well because in the 'last fettle of 2011' I had to change a cone and bearings on the hub of my Swift. A greater than usual lack of ept means that I can't get it spinning freely. With guests arriving I then had to take the wheel from the Peregrine, remove the cassette and fit a single sprocket, take the tyre from the Alfine wheel and fit this to the old Peregrine wheel (with me so far?) then fit the tyre that was on the Peregrine onto the Alfined wheel. In a continued run of form I managed to pinch the tube on the Alfine wheel :facepalm:
Post by: interzen on 31 December, 2011, 05:09:17 pm
http://www.charliethebikemonger.com/restraps-diagonal-pedal-belts-935-p.asp
To go with a pair of these:
http://www.charliethebikemonger.com/gusset-prosecutor-pedal---great-with-restrapspowergrips-940-p.asp
Both of which will go on the Pugsley, which may well be delivered by the end of January ;D
Post by: CrinklyUncle on 31 December, 2011, 05:34:58 pm
Today the postman has delivered a saddle and rear dérailleur to go with my spare pare of pedals.
*ahem* I respectfully point the honourable gentleman to my post upthread WRT frames.... :)
At the moment I'm thinking of going for one of these frames to go with them: http://www.genesisbikes.co.uk/bikes/frames/equilibrium (http://www.genesisbikes.co.uk/bikes/frames/equilibrium)
Post by: Plug1n on 31 December, 2011, 06:25:32 pm
£67.50 for an Ultegra triple seems worth it for the chain rings and bottom bracket cups alone.
Post by: tiermat on 31 December, 2011, 06:52:17 pm
(ordered) An Ultegra SL triple from Merlin at £74.95 minus 10% with basket pushed over £100.
£67.50 for an Ultegra triple seems worth it for the chain rings and bottom bracket cups alone.
It is a fine price indeed, as the middle rings are ~£30-40 each and the BBs are ~£25.
Post by: tiermat on 02 January, 2012, 03:24:21 pm
1 * Raleigh Criterium
1 * 1979 Carlton Continental
1 * 1959 Carlton Continental
1 * basic steel framed jobbie.
Oh and a chainset and front and rear mechs for the Raliegh (which are not needed as I have rebuilt my fixie using that frame :) )
Post by: mcshroom on 02 January, 2012, 03:32:45 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 02 January, 2012, 03:42:16 pm
Any of them the right size, or are they all too small?;D
Post by: tiermat on 02 January, 2012, 03:47:10 pm
Any of them the right size, or are they all too small?
:P
One Carlton is the right size (for me), and the Raleigh is the right size.
I may have a cunning plan for the second Carlton, but it doesn't involve me removing body parts......
Post by: Dinamo on 03 January, 2012, 07:42:54 pm
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee253/ianrsparrow/GetImage.jpg)
.......an Endura Baa Baa Merino Flat Cap ;D
Post by: numbnuts on 04 January, 2012, 02:42:50 pm
(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y31/YakDiver/valvecaps.jpg)
Post by: mcshroom on 05 January, 2012, 04:04:37 pm
Post by: JonBuoy on 05 January, 2012, 08:09:52 pm
I have just tested it on a quick ride to Tesco and didn't get wet, sweaty or squashed so that'll do me.
Post by: Feline on 05 January, 2012, 11:01:38 pm
Post by: Simonb on 05 January, 2012, 11:09:26 pm
http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/koolstop-kool-stop-v-brake-holder-and-inserts-dual-compound-prod22265/
http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/endura-mt500-full-zip-jacket-prod20954/
http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/shimano-pro-handlebar-tape-2010-prod21287/
http://www.rapha.cc/rapha-cap :-)
For my dad:
http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/sturmey-archer-indicator-mk2-hsa126-prod7671/
http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/schwalbe-sv4-normal-length-presta-tube-400a-16-and-18-tyres-37-340-to-35-355-prod12129/
Post by: Moultonaught on 07 January, 2012, 01:06:26 pm
With a manufacture date on the pack of 2005. ;D
My LBS only charged me £25 for them rather than the current list price as that's based on what he paid for them from his supplier back then. How very fair. :)
& a rear gear inner cable, so if I can find some drop bar levers in the bits box I can fit the moustache bars with bar end shifters I have to the commuter which currently has flat bars.
Post by: Quint on 07 January, 2012, 05:49:00 pm
Post by: TimC on 07 January, 2012, 11:23:33 pm
Post by: Karla on 08 January, 2012, 01:56:00 pm
A shorter (110mm) stem so I can get a better position with clip-on aero bars.
These two purchases may be related.
Post by: mcshroom on 08 January, 2012, 02:34:55 pm
I tried the skull cap and the tights out yesterday and was impressed :)
Post by: interzen on 08 January, 2012, 03:05:47 pm
Damn you, On-One, damn you to hell!
Post by: tiermat on 08 January, 2012, 03:07:50 pm
Haven't bought it yet, but I'm *very* close to buying a 32h Alfine-8 for the Pugsley ... already got shifter, cassette joint and sprocket in the bits box ...
Damn you, On-One, damn you to hell!
Alfine 11's and shifter are reduced at the moment @ On-One....
<runs and hides> :)
Post by: interzen on 08 January, 2012, 03:12:06 pm
Nah - I actually want a twist-shifter on the Pug, which rules the 11-speed out. Bummer etc.Haven't bought it yet, but I'm *very* close to buying a 32h Alfine-8 for the Pugsley ... already got shifter, cassette joint and sprocket in the bits box ...
Damn you, On-One, damn you to hell!
Alfine 11's and shifter are reduced at the moment @ On-One....
<runs and hides> :)
EDIT: Just ordered the hub plus a suitable disc rotor. Now all I need is the bike to put it on :)
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 09 January, 2012, 01:28:52 pm
Post by: pumpkin on 09 January, 2012, 02:08:07 pm
Post by: why1040 on 09 January, 2012, 05:07:01 pm
Saturday I bought Hope Race X2 brakes. I am going to plant them in the shed and wait for them to grow into N+1.
I've put my two bikes together and am hoping they'll breed...
Keeping the BSO out of it though, don't want another one of those! ;D
Post by: David Martin on 09 January, 2012, 08:36:37 pm
Post by: PaulF on 10 January, 2012, 10:49:26 am
And as it won't fit on my existing hub a Surly ss disc hub for it.
Post by: interzen on 10 January, 2012, 11:07:30 am
I seem to have bought a White Industries Freewheel.The single or double variety?
And as it won't fit on my existing hub a Surly ss disc hub for it.
Sorely tempted by one of their '2 speed' freewheels for the Pug.
Post by: Ham on 10 January, 2012, 02:16:59 pm
A very yellow Altura Nevis arrived today thanks to this tip off by A Warwickshire Lad. (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=583.msg1122356#msg1122356) It was sold as a second and has a small blemish in the material that makes it look like I have been stabbed between the shoulder blades. It is a very different jacket from my old, dying, Nevis and the fit is somewhat baggy but for £10 I can't complain. I guess that I can use the money that I saved to eat more pies.
I have just tested it on a quick ride to Tesco and didn't get wet, sweaty or squashed so that'll do me.
Thanks to you and AWL for that heads up, as far as the provenance is concerned.....
Quote
(paypal) ....You sent a payment of 13.50 GBP to Zyro Limited(Zyro are the UK major distributors for just about everything)
One seller added to faves.
Post by: tiermat on 10 January, 2012, 02:43:46 pm
Post by: Ray 6701 on 10 January, 2012, 06:34:32 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 11 January, 2012, 09:02:57 am
Post by: Feline on 11 January, 2012, 01:40:40 pm
A mini ratchet set on sale for a fiver
A new chain for the Sabbath
A running waist belt. There is a distinct possibility I won't actually run in this.
Post by: Canardly on 11 January, 2012, 08:44:41 pm
Post by: PaulF on 11 January, 2012, 09:29:24 pm
I seem to have bought a White Industries Freewheel.The single or double variety?
And as it won't fit on my existing hub a Surly ss disc hub for it.
Sorely tempted by one of their '2 speed' freewheels for the Pug.
A single one 18T seems optimum for me off road
Post by: CrinklyUncle on 11 January, 2012, 10:06:02 pm
Today the postman has delivered a saddle and rear dérailleur to go with my spare pare of pedals.
They now have a friend:
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7034/6691701427_9628241072.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/6691701427/)
Genesis Frame (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/6691701427/) by CrinkyUncle (http://www.flickr.com/people/74277693@N03/), on Flickr
Post by: CrinklyLion on 11 January, 2012, 11:04:58 pm
Post by: PaulF on 12 January, 2012, 01:13:35 pm
I seem to have bought a White Industries Freewheel.
And as it won't fit on my existing hub a Surly ss disc hub for it.
And one of these arrived today:
(http://whiteind.com/images/349_FREEWHEEL.jpg)
Lovely piece of engineering, seems a shame to get it dirty on a bike.
Post by: Moultonaught on 12 January, 2012, 07:07:08 pm
Choices in Harrow on the Hill, where I work are limited, so whilst on the way to see what Halfrauds stock I thought I'd have a look in Sports Direct, not my normal store of choice.
Imagine my surprise when I found functional and cheap longs (with pad) and shorts for £11 and £8 respectively in their 70% sale! Best of all they're branded as Muddy Fox so I can look truely retro-tastic and far too 'try hard' co-ordination wise when I ride this...
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/sideview.jpg)
Post by: jezzasnr on 12 January, 2012, 08:39:35 pm
Rapha classic jersey with arm warmers & a Gore jacket in the sale.
Celebrating the new and improved, smaller me.
Post by: Feline on 12 January, 2012, 10:06:58 pm
Post by: keepontriking on 13 January, 2012, 09:23:48 pm
2 x inner tubes
Cake
Damn - forgot the brake pads.
An exciting day :-/
Post by: why1040 on 13 January, 2012, 09:34:21 pm
Going to be one heck of a good fettling session when the result arrives though ;D
Post by: CrinklyUncle on 13 January, 2012, 09:46:29 pm
Today the postman has delivered a saddle and rear dérailleur to go with my spare pare of pedals.
They now have a friend:
and now a lot more!
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7163/6691701811_b5b1aa8a7e.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/6691701811/)
Genesis Parts (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/6691701811/) by CrinkyUncle (http://www.flickr.com/people/74277693@N03/), on Flickr
Post by: interzen on 13 January, 2012, 10:07:27 pm
I only really need the anti-rotation washers out of the fitting kit, but spare cassette joints and cap nuts are fairly handy to have in the bits box.
Also got a HBFO container of orange-flavoured PSP22, 'cos I've run out - should last me for a while.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 14 January, 2012, 12:30:15 pm
Today the postman has delivered a saddle and rear dérailleur to go with my spare pare of pedals.
They now have a friend:
and now a lot more!
What popular pedals they are... so many friends :D
Post by: tiermat on 14 January, 2012, 12:37:03 pm
Today the postman has delivered a saddle and rear dérailleur to go with my spare pare of pedals.
They now have a friend:
and now a lot more!
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7163/6691701811_b5b1aa8a7e.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/6691701811/)
Genesis Parts (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/6691701811/) by CrinkyUncle (http://www.flickr.com/people/74277693@N03/), on Flickr
Looks like a good choice of components. Give us a shout if you need any assistance building it up.
Post by: bikepacker on 14 January, 2012, 12:52:49 pm
Post by: zigzag on 14 January, 2012, 01:41:00 pm
I had my Ti frame and forks delivered yesterday from Spa Cycles. Got rear mech today so have now got all the bits. I will start building next week.
why wait so long - i'd be riding it this evening!
Post by: bikepacker on 14 January, 2012, 02:49:26 pm
Post by: Nuncio on 14 January, 2012, 03:02:41 pm
Post by: GrahamG on 14 January, 2012, 04:29:42 pm
Post by: Feline on 14 January, 2012, 05:12:22 pm
Whilst I would rather have bought him one from somewhere like On One, the price is pretty good on their site and I have a horrible feeling he will get it nicked at uni! I'm thinking of getting him a Street Cuff to lock it up with.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 14 January, 2012, 05:37:26 pm
Today the postman has delivered a saddle and rear dérailleur to go with my spare pare of pedals.
They now have a friend:
and now a lot more!
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7163/6691701811_b5b1aa8a7e.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/6691701811/)
Genesis Parts (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/6691701811/) by CrinkyUncle (http://www.flickr.com/people/74277693@N03/), on Flickr
Very nice array of stuff! (I like the way it's all been laid out neatly for the photo too! :thumbsup:)
Post by: Juan Martín on 14 January, 2012, 06:49:09 pm
Post by: Feline on 16 January, 2012, 11:27:44 am
45mm SKS guards for N+1 who hasn't arrived yet
M520 SPD pedals in black also for N+1
2 stem mounted bells (1 for my Fuji, 1 for a friend)
Carradice 2 litre zip up roll bag- this looks really lovely and is the perfect saddlebag for day rides when all I really need is tools, tubes and a waterproof/windproof. For a 200k+ I would still use my Barley but this is a lovely little bag for anything shorter. I like the zip closure with flap to keep rain out, it actually feels more secure than my other bags for purses and little objects. It's a Debby :D
Post by: Canardly on 16 January, 2012, 09:00:54 pm
Post by: smurphboy on 16 January, 2012, 09:15:56 pm
My postman is not going to be pleased, having to leave all those cards :)
I'll post a pic of my stash when it all arrives :thumbsup:
Post by: Snakehips on 17 January, 2012, 08:45:42 am
Post by: Snakehips on 17 January, 2012, 10:01:13 pm
Post by: Adam on 17 January, 2012, 10:05:55 pm
PM me if anyone wants it.
Post by: Basil on 17 January, 2012, 11:58:10 pm
Post by: jogler on 18 January, 2012, 12:00:03 pm
;D
Post by: Basil on 18 January, 2012, 12:02:51 pm
one for each Basil,Basil?
;D
;D
and
;D
Post by: Canardly on 18 January, 2012, 07:42:03 pm
Slightly O/T, but if anyone is planning on buying a new groupset from Ribble, I've realised that following a purchase at Christmas, I've got a voucher for £50 off a groupset. But it's only valid for January.
PM me if anyone wants it.
The generosity of peeps within this 'ere parish is outstanding.
Post by: Karla on 19 January, 2012, 11:56:57 am
The cycling purchases aren't finished yet - it needs a new chain for the new year, plus I'll swop the bars at some point. You never know, I might even ride it some time!
Post by: Andrij on 19 January, 2012, 06:13:27 pm
Post by: Feline on 19 January, 2012, 06:14:40 pm
Post by: Domestique on 19 January, 2012, 06:20:35 pm
Post by: Kim on 19 January, 2012, 10:47:17 pm
Post by: perpetual dan on 20 January, 2012, 09:58:27 am
Post by: Andrij on 20 January, 2012, 07:23:10 pm
Post by: Ashaman42 on 20 January, 2012, 07:43:25 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 20 January, 2012, 10:00:27 pm
Post by: Frere on 21 January, 2012, 10:36:05 am
2 x Endura FS260 Pro Bibshorts from Rutland Cycling, £39.98
Frere
Post by: tiermat on 23 January, 2012, 07:19:59 am
Might not get used at this end of the year, but probably will at the back end of the year.
Post by: L CC on 23 January, 2012, 09:06:53 pm
It's his birthday tomorrow and they're out of stock till March.
He'll have to have something else.
Post by: TimO on 23 January, 2012, 10:19:16 pm
Most of that is for n+1, and I think I've got everything else I need. I could do with hunting down a rack and some mudguards however, and possibly a new rear light.
The inner tubes were just to nudge the cost of an order into the free postage area, so in effect they only cost me £2-50 each, for some Schwalbe inner tubes (cheaper than I'd normally pay for inner tubes).
Post by: TimO on 23 January, 2012, 11:47:59 pm
... I could do with hunting down a rack and some mudguards however, and possibly a new rear light. ...
Done, done and done. ;D
Some SKS Bluemels Matt mudguards from H&S Bike Discount in Germany, a Surly rear rack from Triton cycles, and a Dinotte 300R rear light from the USA.
I'm pretty sure that the Surly rack will fit the frame (the dimensions from their website seem to fit), but if not it'll be quite an expensive mistake!
Post by: mcshroom on 24 January, 2012, 12:06:20 am
Also some Giordana Silverline shorts
Post by: tiermat on 24 January, 2012, 12:46:18 pm
Just in case :)
Must remember to strip and clean the espresso machine later this week ready for the weekend.
Post by: interzen on 24 January, 2012, 12:49:35 pm
I'm pretty sure that the Surly rack will fit the frame (the dimensions from their website seem to fit), but if not it'll be quite an expensive mistake!If it doesn't work out, I'll quite happily take it off your hands - Pugsley's gonna need a rack.
I've just ordered a number of inner tubes for the aforementioned steed - the price you pay for wanting to run fat tyres is evidently a tenner a pop if you want a new tube (or £85 for a new tyre)
Post by: Snakehips on 24 January, 2012, 09:14:27 pm
Post by: TimO on 25 January, 2012, 11:08:48 am
I hadn't realised that DT Swiss Competition spokes come with silver nipples. How naff would that look on a bike with black hubs, black rims, and black spokes?
Post by: Feline on 25 January, 2012, 11:47:05 am
Black topeak rack for disc brakes (for N+1 who is in the post right now)
Cateye automatic rear light to go on the back of the rack.
Pair of USB-chargeable lights for my son's birthday fixie (he will never have batteries at uni so these are probably a good option!)
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 25 January, 2012, 01:48:48 pm
If I get time, the Mercian is being reshod with these tonight. :thumbsup:
Post by: interzen on 25 January, 2012, 01:56:14 pm
2"x26" KojaksGoing into stealth mode, eh?
If I get time, the Mercian is being reshod with these tonight. :thumbsup:
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 25 January, 2012, 04:01:49 pm
Post by: TimO on 25 January, 2012, 04:13:47 pm
An Octave One Warp 1 Headset, a Truvativ Stylo Team Stem, a complete set of DT Swiss Competition double butted spokes for two wheels, some Velox Rim Tape, a Knog Nerd computer, two inner tubes, and some Torq energy gels. ...
... Some SKS Bluemels Matt mudguards from H&S Bike Discount in Germany, a Surly rear rack from Triton cycles, and a Dinotte 300R rear light from the USA. ...So far I've received four parcels today. I think there are four more somewhere between the supplier and me currently, I know at least two of them are in the post, I have tracking numbers (and I'm watching one make it's way across the Atlantic).
Post by: jogler on 25 January, 2012, 04:24:00 pm
they claim to take up to 70psi (which is massooove for 2" tyres).
it will be a career job inflating them.
Presta or schrader valves?
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 25 January, 2012, 07:47:30 pm
Also got my first copy of Arrivée in the post too!
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 25 January, 2012, 10:56:31 pm
2"x26" KojaksGoing into stealth mode, eh?
If I get time, the Mercian is being reshod with these tonight. :thumbsup:
Fat is fitted.
But just doesn't look fat enough. The front tyre is completely swallowed by the forks. I reckon I could get a 3" tyre in there and 2.5" in the back.
Post by: interzen on 26 January, 2012, 11:34:28 am
Pfft. Pugsley will be with us soon - I'll show you fat ;D2"x26" KojaksGoing into stealth mode, eh?
If I get time, the Mercian is being reshod with these tonight. :thumbsup:
Fat is fitted.
But just doesn't look fat enough. The front tyre is completely swallowed by the forks. I reckon I could get a 3" tyre in there and 2.5" in the back.
The fitting kit for my Thule roof bars arrived today, so I guess part of tomorrow will be spent fitting the bars and bike carrier to the motor. In the meantime, if anyone wants a Thule foot pack for a Mk2 (1998-2001) Clio, please let me know ...
Post by: groucho on 26 January, 2012, 01:08:54 pm
Post by: Andrij on 26 January, 2012, 01:16:50 pm
Post by: tiermat on 26 January, 2012, 01:19:00 pm
hopefully I will not need them this weekend....
Post by: smurphboy on 26 January, 2012, 01:27:02 pm
Post by: Feline on 27 January, 2012, 12:31:29 am
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/IMG_0178.jpg)
Post by: TimO on 27 January, 2012, 12:44:12 am
RockShox SID 29er front forks for my new mtb build. Got them from Germany for £50 less than any UK site and delivered in 3 days. I'm looking at you Wiggle - you still haven't delivered my handlebars which I ordered a day earlier...
Indeed. I got a couple of mudguards from Germany, which I couldn't find in the UK at all (limited edition SKS Bluemels), and they arrived today, a couple of days after I ordered them. Admittedly orders from ChainReaction and Wiggle arrived in around the same time, but a couple of other UK firms are dragging their heels.
Post by: Kim on 27 January, 2012, 12:48:34 am
A new bike ;D
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/IMG_0178.jpg)
Chain's a bit ...clean ;)
Very nice. I assume there will be mudguards to go with that lovely propstand...
Post by: rower40 on 27 January, 2012, 08:16:23 am
+1.A new bike ;D
[img.]http://Vision of loveliness...[/img]
Chain's a bit ...clean ;)
Very nice. I assume there will be mudguards to go with that lovely propstand...
BB7s and Gears-inna-can. (How many, btw?) What could possibly go wrong?
Post by: GrahamG on 27 January, 2012, 09:43:49 am
Post by: Karla on 27 January, 2012, 11:44:42 am
I've also ordered a new chain and these (http://www.planet-x-bikes.co.uk/i/q/HBFSWING/fsa_wing_anatomic_aero_handlebar) bars from Planet X, because I couldn't get on with the compact drops that came with the Wilier; I couldn't fit my palms in the drops properly, so they gave what felt like a more upright position than the hoods.
Post by: PaulF on 27 January, 2012, 11:49:07 am
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7141/6766077039_95e00b30a8_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/6766077039/)
Surly Hub + White Industries Freewheel (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/6766077039/) by paulfulford (http://www.flickr.com/people/paul_fulford/), on Flickr
Tyre: Model's own :)
Post by: Bledlow on 27 January, 2012, 12:04:17 pm
A new bike ;DShowoff. Where's the jealous smiley?
Looks nice. What's that hub?
All I've bought are some spare handlebar attachment straps for my Light & Motion Stella.
Post by: GrahamG on 27 January, 2012, 12:06:38 pm
The 2012 CTT handbook has arrived. Now I get to waste hours looking up obscure races that I could enter if I did the training rather than spending my time reading the book.
Takes me ages to gather the commitment to go through and fill out entries with cheques etc. god forbid they're not in 10 days prior to race day or whatever it is - well backwards, and a complete PITA compared to even audax!
Post by: GruB on 27 January, 2012, 12:17:36 pm
Post by: MalRees on 27 January, 2012, 12:21:13 pm
Post by: Andyf on 27 January, 2012, 08:41:54 pm
Post by: Quint on 27 January, 2012, 09:47:49 pm
He knows not where he's going
for the ocean will decide
it's not the destination
but the glory of the ride
Post by: AndyH on 27 January, 2012, 10:22:44 pm
New front mech
(to replace the ones damaged on a bizarre chain snapping ride)
New cassette
all of which are boring, but .......
wait for it
CYRAGUARD NARROW MUDGUARDS ;D
Hopefully these won't fall to bits like SKS P35s always do.
Post by: Feline on 27 January, 2012, 10:52:11 pm
A new bike ;D
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/IMG_0178.jpg)
Chain's a bit ...clean ;)
Very nice. I assume there will be mudguards to go with that lovely propstand...
It's a Topeak workstand (very handy for using when indexing gears etc.). The mudguards are now fitted, I boughht some mahoosive boltcutters to 'facilitate' their fettlage!
+1.A new bike ;D
[img.]http://Vision of loveliness...[/img]
Chain's a bit ...clean ;)
Very nice. I assume there will be mudguards to go with that lovely propstand...
BB7s and Gears-inna-can. (How many, btw?) What could possibly go wrong?
11 speed Shimano Alfine hub ;D
Thank you HMRC foir my tax refund bike!
Post by: bloomers100 on 27 January, 2012, 11:02:08 pm
Picked this up earlier in the week
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7141/6766077039_95e00b30a8_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/6766077039/)
Surly Hub + White Industries Freewheel (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/6766077039/) by paulfulford (http://www.flickr.com/people/paul_fulford/), on Flickr
Tyre: Model's own :)
this a bit porny, how does it run?
Post by: Kim on 30 January, 2012, 04:02:23 pm
Post by: Feline on 30 January, 2012, 06:43:37 pm
a fixie chain
Brooks B17s black saddle for my new winter bike
Carradice Bagman QR block for new bike
Lezyne road drive pumps, black for new bike and silver for Simon's Pompino
Avanir tandem carrier car rack (in their sale)
Post by: PaulF on 30 January, 2012, 06:45:13 pm
Picked this up earlier in the week
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7141/6766077039_95e00b30a8_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/6766077039/)
Surly Hub + White Industries Freewheel (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/6766077039/) by paulfulford (http://www.flickr.com/people/paul_fulford/), on Flickr
Tyre: Model's own :)
this a bit porny, how does it run?
The hub is silent, but apparently the freewheel is LOUD! Haven't had a chance to ride it yet - had a bolt stuck in the frame which
It certainly feels nice!
Post by: Jurek on 30 January, 2012, 07:15:44 pm
Thank you HMRC foir my tax refund bike!
It was an unexpected HMRC tax refund that made my Van Nic happen a few years ago :thumbsup:
And to think... for a while I hesitated as to what I should spend it on ;D
Post by: David Martin on 30 January, 2012, 10:51:52 pm
Post by: Pedaldog. on 31 January, 2012, 12:04:02 am
Post by: tiermat on 31 January, 2012, 02:51:17 pm
Post by: eck on 31 January, 2012, 02:56:03 pm
Wandered in to the LBS this morning to get a replacement chain as the old one had snapped and needed replacing. They said "didn't you see the sign on the door that said closed every monday for stocktaking?' but sold me the chain anyway. The sign was there, on the window, on the other side of the door than the way I had approached the shop.I thought that the shop just up the road from you, at the Lochee lights, had closed years ago? ;D
Post by: interzen on 31 January, 2012, 03:01:14 pm
Post by: TimO on 31 January, 2012, 04:21:12 pm
Post by: De Sisti on 31 January, 2012, 04:47:07 pm
Post by: tiermat on 02 February, 2012, 09:26:49 am
Post by: Kim on 02 February, 2012, 01:40:43 pm
Post by: GruB on 02 February, 2012, 02:00:06 pm
Post by: PaulF on 02 February, 2012, 02:10:15 pm
Picked this up earlier in the week
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7141/6766077039_95e00b30a8_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/6766077039/)
Surly Hub + White Industries Freewheel (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/6766077039/) by paulfulford (http://www.flickr.com/people/paul_fulford/), on Flickr
Tyre: Model's own :)
this a bit porny, how does it run?
Finally put the bike back together at lunchtime and despite the message below ::-) took it for a quick spin. The freewheel picks up very nicely and isn't as noisy as I'd thought. Hub, silky smooth. Just need to get the OK for a proper ride
Post by: Feline on 03 February, 2012, 03:13:21 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/zomgtandem.jpg)
Post by: mcshroom on 03 February, 2012, 03:24:29 pm
I think the drill might be out this evening ;D
Post by: tiermat on 03 February, 2012, 03:33:55 pm
I didn't, but simonp did and it just got delivered here. The box is mahoosive :o
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/zomgtandem.jpg)
So he has bought a brompton then? :D
ETA: just seen the picture filename.... :thumbsup:
Post by: Wendy on 03 February, 2012, 03:39:05 pm
Post by: Karla on 03 February, 2012, 03:42:17 pm
ETA: just seen the picture filename.... :thumbsup:
"zomgtandem.jpg" ? I guess the Things have some competition!
Post by: Butterfly on 03 February, 2012, 04:08:58 pm
Post by: simonp on 03 February, 2012, 11:35:03 pm
ETA: just seen the picture filename.... :thumbsup:
"zomgtandem.jpg" ? I guess the Things have some competition!
It’s not like we’re planning to ride an SR series on it or anything.
;)
Post by: Feline on 04 February, 2012, 01:39:44 am
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/tandem002.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/tandem003.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/tandem004.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/tandem005.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/tandem006.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/tandem007.jpg)
It is really now just waiting for it's Edelux which is on one of Simon's other bikes in Cambridge at the moment, and of course it's pilot!
I can't really test ride it myself.
Post by: zigzag on 04 February, 2012, 02:44:07 pm
Post by: De Sisti on 04 February, 2012, 02:56:38 pm
quick release adaptor. (http://www.carradice.co.uk/timthumb2.php?src=product_images/20120130102053-acc-1-687.JPG&w=280)
Post by: Feline on 04 February, 2012, 03:54:33 pm
^^^ looks cool (especially rear rotor)! you two will make a rapid team - hopefully see you on the road!
Thanks, I am not as fast as Simon though so he might have to do more than his fair share of the work to make us rapid ;D
Post by: Jurek on 04 February, 2012, 04:14:06 pm
Fingers crossed that I'll get away with not having to change the cassette.
This will be chain number four on a bike which has done 20,000 (mostly dry) miles.
Does that sound about right?
Post by: Juan Martín on 04 February, 2012, 05:23:27 pm
This afternoon I went to the lbs in the village and discussed the options for the witcomb's wheels that are too far gone to recover. I wanted to keep the original deep flange hubs and front wheel wingnuts so intend to rebuild with Mavic rims as 700c. This sort of thing always ends up being a bit of a compromise but a plain alloy touring rim looks most in keeping... I'm quite keen to get on with the project and get the Witcomb in a usable state for the summer but I'm just too wimpy to spend much time in the garage at the moment!
Post by: interzen on 05 February, 2012, 05:49:41 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 05 February, 2012, 05:53:56 pm
Post by: tatanab on 05 February, 2012, 05:56:03 pm
Dromarti are selling off their old stock SPD compatible shoes. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Dromarti-Italain-leather-retro-cycling-shoes-/160727101816?_trksid=p5197.m7&_trkparms=algo%3DLVI%26itu%3DUCI%26otn%3D3%26po%3DLVI%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D6118834529280540388 Proper looking leather shoes like when I was a nipper.
Post by: tiermat on 05 February, 2012, 06:16:20 pm
Shoes.
Dromarti are selling off their old stock SPD compatible shoes. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Dromarti-Italain-leather-retro-cycling-shoes-/160727101816?_trksid=p5197.m7&_trkparms=algo%3DLVI%26itu%3DUCI%26otn%3D3%26po%3DLVI%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D6118834529280540388 Proper looking leather shoes like when I was a nipper.
I really really didn't need to see that..... :D
Post by: Auntie Helen on 06 February, 2012, 08:19:17 am
Well I fettled it some (this was the second bike I built up today!)i like the way Google appears in your bike-building photos like Poppy did in mine!
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/tandem006.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/tandem007.jpg)
Post by: tiermat on 06 February, 2012, 09:50:37 am
I did buy some tyres levers and bike cleaning brushes yesterday though :)
Post by: mcshroom on 07 February, 2012, 12:08:40 am
Not so much bought as arranged for two bike frames to have the attention of Mr Yates.
I did buy some tyres levers and bike cleaning brushes yesterday though :)
That reminds me I still need to get over to you to get that raleigh frame. My car's still sick atm though :(
Today was a new cassette and some spare chains, having found out my shimano HG chain lasted far less long than the KMC ones I usually use and had eaten 5 gears on the old cassette. Riding to work today was 'interesting' with only 1st, 2nd and 7th availible on the back.
Post by: GruB on 07 February, 2012, 12:25:06 am
Post by: Manotea on 07 February, 2012, 06:15:30 pm
I may be out of date... Any news re bike and car (pace Brooks)?
Paul
Post by: interzen on 07 February, 2012, 06:57:01 pm
I now have something that looks less like a collection of bits and more like the cycling equivalent of a monster truck ;D
Post by: Feline on 07 February, 2012, 07:21:17 pm
Post by: interzen on 07 February, 2012, 07:26:08 pm
A pair of Power grips from Charlie the bikemonger. My son doesn't want clipless pedals on his fixie because he wants to wear normal shoes, and he is finding the cage things a bit of a pain to get his feet into. These seem like a good compromise. I think I might have to actually read the instructions before fitting them though!They're a lot better than their looks would suggest (I bought the ReStrap diagonal straps because they're easier to adjust on the fly - same principle though).
Unless your lad is blessed(?) with truly massive feet, using Power Grips with thick-soled skate shoes or similar won't be an issue.
Post by: Kim on 07 February, 2012, 07:44:47 pm
Post by: Feline on 07 February, 2012, 09:05:34 pm
Yeah, powergrips are pretty good, and give you the right instincts for clipless pedals. Watch out for scuffing the upper of posh shoes though.
Posh shoes? What is this thing of which you speak? ;D
A pair of Power grips from Charlie the bikemonger. My son doesn't want clipless pedals on his fixie because he wants to wear normal shoes, and he is finding the cage things a bit of a pain to get his feet into. These seem like a good compromise. I think I might have to actually read the instructions before fitting them though!They're a lot better than their looks would suggest (I bought the ReStrap diagonal straps because they're easier to adjust on the fly - same principle though).
Unless your lad is blessed(?) with truly massive feet, using Power Grips with thick-soled skate shoes or similar won't be an issue.
We all seem to have small feet for our height in my family, his are size 10 which strikes me as not that big for 6'2" (mine are size 5, at 5'8" I should fall over really!).
Post by: ferret on 07 February, 2012, 10:29:56 pm
only possible down side is that you are supposed to be able to wear your helmet over it, well I can't, maybe I need a bigger lid ::-)
After some very useful advice from members of this forum I opted for the Michelin Krylion Carbon tires, well, easy to fit and very grippy even with these conditions so thanks guy's another :thumbsup: for Team YACF
Post by: Plug1n on 09 February, 2012, 10:01:20 am
Magnificent rim box from PlanetX (seriously). Shame to recycle it but I do not have room to keep it.
Will use these to eventually replace some older DT Swiss r1.1 rims on classic Campag super record hubs, i.e. going for double eyelet over single eyelet.
Post by: Ray 6701 on 09 February, 2012, 12:41:16 pm
Post by: tiermat on 09 February, 2012, 01:17:48 pm
Next job, get the frame sent off for painting (after I have gotten it back from the LBS where it has gone for BB and headset removal).
Post by: BrianI on 09 February, 2012, 01:51:51 pm
:thumbsup:
Post by: Frere on 09 February, 2012, 06:54:05 pm
for GF's new bike.
Frere
Post by: Feline on 09 February, 2012, 07:20:13 pm
18t Miche fixie sprocket for my son's bike. He seems happy enough with the 80" gear he has at the moment, but I think he will do better on the hills and also at leg braking with a 68" gear.
Post by: GruB on 09 February, 2012, 11:17:33 pm
Post by: Ham on 10 February, 2012, 12:15:34 am
34t 110 PCD chainring for the Pompetamine. I reckon this is going to give me the perfect gear range for what I want to do, it will be approx 24"-99". I am using it as a winter bike and for commuting with panniers and possibly also touring, and living in a very hilly area I need something lower than the 28" lowest I have with the 39t chain ring.
18t Miche fixie sprocket for my son's bike. He seems happy enough with the 80" gear he has at the moment, but I think he will do better on the hills and also at leg braking with a 68" gear.
So you won't be wanting to copy my 48T cog, then?
(45" bottom, but I can go fast down hills ;) )
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 10 February, 2012, 12:41:28 am
18t Miche fixie sprocket for my son's bike. He seems happy enough with the 80" gear he has at the moment, but I think he will do better on the hills and also at leg braking with a 68" gear.
When I was in my teens and had a fixed wheel training bike I can recall being told to stick to lower gears, on the grounds that it was bad for the still growing legs etc.
Post by: TimO on 10 February, 2012, 12:46:53 am
... He seems happy enough with the 80" gear he has at the moment, but I think he will do better on the hills and also at leg braking with a 68" gear.
80" :o
On Vince the snow and ice bike which I'm mostly using at the moment, I've got a 58" (single speed not fixed). Admittedly that was selected for easy and cheap availability of a suitable freewheel, and making sure that I can still get up silly snow and ice covered hills, but an 80" gear would be stupid for me on London's flat roads. Around your neck of the woods, I would have thought it was horrendous!
I just had some spare bits for my older Dinottes lights delivered. A rear mount, and enough rubber mounting bands to keep me going into the next century!
It also got here using USPS International First Class in about half the time that USPS International Express Delivery took, because it was below the threshold for VAT payment, and was a very small packet, so Parcel Force had no chance to bugger it about, like they did my last parcel from Dinotte.
Post by: vorsprung on 10 February, 2012, 08:07:39 am
CO2 inflator - so I can ride with no saddlebag
Michelin Pro3 25mm tyres - as the price has dropped and they are still in stock
Post by: interzen on 10 February, 2012, 11:07:09 am
Granted, it's not cycling stuff per-se, but it's bloody useful for making sure that lighting brackets stay put and protecting paintwork from being abraded by P-clips and the like. Myriad other uses throughout the home, too.
Ended up buying it through Amazon - when I asked for it in the local branch of Screwfix I got blank looks.
Post by: tiermat on 10 February, 2012, 11:17:08 am
Two rolls of self-amalgamating tape.
Granted, it's not cycling stuff per-se, but it's bloody useful for making sure that lighting brackets stay put and protecting paintwork from being abraded by P-clips and the like. Myriad other uses throughout the home, too.
Ended up buying it through Amazon - when I asked for it in the local branch of Screwfix I got blank looks.
Trim fixing tape is how it usually sold, I bought some at Wilko's for not a lot of money.
Post by: mcshroom on 10 February, 2012, 01:05:31 pm
Also got my chains and cassette (listed earlier) and almost a set of contact lenses for someone completely unrelated to me that had been bundled in with my parcels :facepalm:
Post by: smurphboy on 10 February, 2012, 10:10:20 pm
Now looking forward to a mtb build weekend and Red Bull Hill Chasers up Park St next weekend.
Post by: Quint on 10 February, 2012, 11:21:42 pm
Post by: Kim on 10 February, 2012, 11:22:58 pm
Post by: Feline on 10 February, 2012, 11:30:31 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 12 February, 2012, 08:00:08 pm
Post by: Valiant on 13 February, 2012, 03:46:10 am
Post by: Butterfly on 14 February, 2012, 10:55:25 am
Hurrah for retail therapy :)
Post by: tiermat on 14 February, 2012, 11:00:19 am
Just need the paint job doing now (and pedals and cables for one of them)
Looks like I will be a bit busy over the next few months :)
@Butterfly, what have you ordered?
Post by: Butterfly on 14 February, 2012, 11:10:17 am
Tyres and security skewers for N+2.A Circe Helios :D Mainly for work, but partly for fun 8)
Just need the paint job doing now (and pedals and cables for one of them)
Looks like I will be a bit busy over the next few months :)
@Butterfly, what have you ordered?
Post by: tiermat on 14 February, 2012, 11:39:16 am
Hmmmm
No! I don't need yet another bike....
Post by: tiermat on 14 February, 2012, 11:43:44 am
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290653280154&ssPageName=ADME:L:OC:GB:1123
4 with my name and a Yorkshire flag, one with Mrs T's name and the same flag.
I shall be VERY surprised if they can't do a Yorkshire flag as they are based in Guiseley!!!!
Post by: Butterfly on 14 February, 2012, 11:49:34 am
NICE! they look like they would be fun.....Course you do! ;) The best bit is that as well as riding with 4 year old stoker and a 2 year old in a seat, I can ride with Clarion stoking :D.
Hmmmm
No! I don't need yet another bike....
Post by: Juan Martín on 14 February, 2012, 02:20:13 pm
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 15 February, 2012, 01:31:44 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 19 February, 2012, 06:30:41 pm
Post by: smurphboy on 20 February, 2012, 08:01:25 pm
First job is to get the BB threads chased at the LBS tomorrow. Then frame tape on the down tube and anywhere I might get cable / hose rubbing.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-uwvPhdudPN4/T0KDTVYTVRI/AAAAAAAAgEk/loBiNbKg1hk/s640/DSC00649.JPG)
Post by: interzen on 20 February, 2012, 08:07:17 pm
Although, strictly speaking, I bought it early last week the 'old style' Alfine chain tensioner I bought for the Pugsley off fleaBay has arrived from Taiwan - even with shipping, it cost me less than the RRP of the 'new style' tensioner, which is nice.
All(!) I need to do now is refit the front mech and shifter, cable it up and I'll have a choice of low gears and *really* low gears :)
Post by: Kim on 20 February, 2012, 08:57:39 pm
Post by: smurphboy on 20 February, 2012, 09:06:08 pm
^^^ The colour is, of course, an instant win ;D
Wait until you see it with my orange seat post... :-)
Post by: Juan Martín on 21 February, 2012, 12:39:12 pm
Post by: clarion on 21 February, 2012, 12:41:57 pm
Post by: Jurek on 21 February, 2012, 12:45:35 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 21 February, 2012, 01:54:53 pm
Carradice stuffs (various).:D
Post by: MattH on 21 February, 2012, 02:22:13 pm
Post by: GrahamG on 21 February, 2012, 02:48:17 pm
Post by: essexian on 21 February, 2012, 03:00:49 pm
Hi, you have had another bike parcel arrive this morning...were you expecting it. It says brake discs.
Yes dear.... (darn them for posting it so quickly).
Are you buying a new bike bit by bit... this is the fourth parcel this week (handle bars, grips and new wheels)
No dear....(ops, caught out).... just needed some new bits for one of my old bikes....
Not sure she believed me. :facepalm:
Post by: smurphboy on 21 February, 2012, 08:04:39 pm
Post by: clarion on 22 February, 2012, 01:59:37 pm
An ABUS Granit Plus! ;D
It's a tad heavier, but I am unsurprisingly nervous about bike security right now.
The Delta is not to be retired, btw. It will be going to TGL once I have received the new key I ordered at the same time.
Post by: Feline on 22 February, 2012, 02:16:35 pm
2 pairs of short white cycling socks in their sale for £1.70 each
An 80mm stem with 17 degrees rise for the Pompetamine Versa
A B&M rear light
Some ball bearings
Some insulating tape
Some spade connectors
Some 9 speed quick links
Some SH54 cleats
They threw in a free Rose bikes gym bag too!
From Wiggle:
2 Brooks saddle covers for the tandem
2 Hope seat post clamps to replace the QR ones on the tandem
A chain ring bolt tool thingy
No Harribo :'(
Post by: Domestique on 23 February, 2012, 07:02:27 pm
Looks like I will be rejoining the fixie club in the near future once I sort though all the bits and bobs we have here.
Post by: Kim on 23 February, 2012, 09:09:28 pm
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 24 February, 2012, 12:26:11 pm
I received an Otterbox Commuter. Not exactly cycling stuff, but it does make me less scared of breaking my hideously-expensive phone while out cycling.
Post by: interzen on 24 February, 2012, 12:34:38 pm
Comedy tyres notwithstanding, I need a pump that'll shift a lot of air and the main triangle is too small to take my size 4 hpX (and even if it wasn't, the cable guides get in the way)
It's the sort of thing that you buy in the hope you never have to use it - even taking the tyres from 20psi to 30psi before last night's pub ride involved a lot of grunt, even with a track pump.
Post by: Kim on 24 February, 2012, 05:37:36 pm
Coordinated with the trike?
And her jersey. 8)
Post by: Ham on 24 February, 2012, 06:22:52 pm
The balance of the world is preserved.
Post by: zigzag on 24 February, 2012, 06:48:42 pm
cane creek seatpost shim 29.8 -> 27.2 so i can swap saddles between my bikes a bit quicker (together with seatposts)
Post by: Andrew Br on 25 February, 2012, 08:48:28 pm
N-1, N+1
The balance of the world is preserved.
No. No, no, no, no, no.
The answer to life, the universe and everything isn't 42. It is N+1.
N-1, N+1 is an aberration, as I think you know ;)
Post by: Frere on 25 February, 2012, 08:56:12 pm
N-1, N+1
The balance of the world is preserved.
No. No, no, no, no, no.
The answer to life, the universe and everything isn't 42. It is N+1.
N-1, N+1 is an aberration, as I think you know ;)
In this context, surely it ought to be N + 42?
Frere
Post by: Andrew Br on 25 February, 2012, 10:04:19 pm
N-1, N+1
The balance of the world is preserved.
No. No, no, no, no, no.
The answer to life, the universe and everything isn't 42. It is N+1.
N-1, N+1 is an aberration, as I think you know ;)
In this context, surely it ought to be N + 42?
Frere
Arse, I hadn't thought of that.
Post by: Ham on 26 February, 2012, 10:25:46 am
N-1, N+1
The balance of the world is preserved.
No. No, no, no, no, no.
The answer to life, the universe and everything isn't 42. It is N+1.
N-1, N+1 is an aberration, as I think you know ;)
Hmmm I think under the circumstances where N self destructs as in this instance, the equation holds.
Proof, if it is needed here:
(http://latex.codecogs.com/gif.latex?N-1 + \Sigma n^{y}\frac{\mathrm{d} }{\mathrm{d} x}+\left ( N+1 \oint_{a^b}^{n+1} \right ) \Sigma n^{y}\frac{\mathrm{d} }{\mathrm{d} x}+\left ( N+1 \oint_{a^b}^{n+1} \right ) = 0)
Post by: JT on 27 February, 2012, 03:13:42 pm
Deore chainset and bottom bracket
New jockeywheels
New cassette
New chain
Not to be outdone, my Roubaix will finally be rid of the minging Ultegra it came with:
Campag Centaur Red/Black carbon ergo levers, front & rear derailleurs, brakes
FSA Gossamer Pro compact chainset
New chain and Centaur cassettte
A Mavic ED10 freehub to convert my Ksyrium wheels to Campag spline pattern
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 28 February, 2012, 12:37:24 pm
Post by: rower40 on 28 February, 2012, 09:08:07 pm
I wonder what colour it's going to be? ;D
Post by: smurphboy on 29 February, 2012, 10:47:35 am
The unholy trinity of my ISP, Wiggle and Paypal have conspired against me to cause an order to go out for a new seatpost. The old one was making some ominous creaking noises.
I wonder what colour it's going to be? ;D
I did warn you NOT to click that link... ;D
Post by: interzen on 29 February, 2012, 10:54:06 am
I blame PayPal :)The unholy trinity of my ISP, Wiggle and Paypal have conspired against me to cause an order to go out for a new seatpost. The old one was making some ominous creaking noises.
I wonder what colour it's going to be? ;D
I did warn you NOT to click that link... ;D
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 29 February, 2012, 12:34:23 pm
Post by: AndyK on 29 February, 2012, 12:36:36 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 29 February, 2012, 01:56:45 pm
Post by: Kim on 29 February, 2012, 01:58:07 pm
Also a couple of 26" tubes with presta valves and a grommit to prevent them wiggling. I thought that might cheer Kim up. :)
Hurrah!
You're now entitled to six months of fairy-free cycling :thumbsup:
Post by: Ham on 29 February, 2012, 04:30:20 pm
..... Also a couple of 26" tubes with presta valves and a grommit to prevent them wiggling....
Like this?
(http://thegreatbake.bacheldremill.co.uk/images/gromitBig.png)
Post by: smurphboy on 29 February, 2012, 06:21:38 pm
Sadly, they are black and not orange!
Post by: simonp on 29 February, 2012, 06:31:47 pm
Post by: perpetual dan on 29 February, 2012, 06:41:46 pm
Post by: Quint on 29 February, 2012, 08:33:59 pm
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 29 February, 2012, 10:26:25 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 29 February, 2012, 10:38:27 pm
Post by: Kim on 01 March, 2012, 01:32:45 am
I may have accidentally bought a shop-soiled Carry Freedom Y trailer at the same time, on the somewhat dubious basis that it'll come in handy eventually. If only because it's less effort than the council's useless recycling collection. ;D
Post by: rower40 on 02 March, 2012, 07:02:20 am
I may have accidentally bought a shop-soiled Carry Freedom Y trailer at the same time, on the somewhat dubious basis that it'll come in handy eventually. If only because it's less effort than the council's useless recycling collection. ;DBeware - you may find yourself running foul of the council jobsworths instead; my local tip's manager has emailed me to state that only cars (i.e. no pedestrians, no cyclists) are allowed, for Heath And Safety reasons.
Meanwhile, a wiggle box has arrived with a certain seatpost. While I commend their practice of putting Haribo and energy gel in to fill the space, their customer research could have recognised that I'd prefer a more colour-coordinated energy gel flavour to Blackcurrant.
Post by: Kim on 02 March, 2012, 02:40:12 pm
Beware - you may find yourself running foul of the council jobsworths instead; my local tip's manager has emailed me to state that only cars (i.e. no pedestrians, no cyclists) are allowed, for Heath And Safety reasons.
I've taken things to the local tip by bike a few times now, and other than careful checking of my postcode[1] (on account of it being over a mile away, presumably), and disbelief when I was carrying a couple of panniers of SLA batteries, they haven't had a problem with me arriving by bike.
Someone has pointed out to me that the "no pedestrians" rules tend to exist to stop people from parking dodgily outside and carrying their stuff in at busy times, rather than waiting in the queue of motor vehicles. That makes sense, in a hammer-to-crack-a-walnut sort of way. Cheaper than traffic wardens, I suppose.
[1] All users have to give their postcode, to confirm they're not Warwickshire infiltrators. Failing to rattle something convincing off straight away will be treated with suspicion.
Post by: Basil on 02 March, 2012, 03:41:32 pm
I've only been by car before, so it would be good to know it's ok by bike.
Post by: Kim on 02 March, 2012, 03:46:29 pm
Post by: Basil on 02 March, 2012, 05:11:10 pm
I couldn't for the life of me remember which thread this was.
Life isn't easy on wap2
Post by: Snakehips on 02 March, 2012, 05:20:59 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 02 March, 2012, 05:21:43 pm
Tubus duo front rack.
Ortlieb Universal 5 7-litre bar bag (in hazel to match our existing rear panniers) and attaching gubbins.
Ortlieb Roller-plus front panniers (in hazel to match our existing rear panniers).
She's a lucky lady! :D
Post by: peliroja on 02 March, 2012, 09:29:26 pm
Post by: Canardly on 02 March, 2012, 09:43:16 pm
I have just spent over £200 on a load of luggage-related stuff for Mrs. Wow's bike.
Tubus duo front rack.
Ortlieb Universal 5 7-litre bar bag (in hazel to match our existing rear panniers) and attaching gubbins.
Ortlieb Roller-plus front panniers (in hazel to match our existing rear panniers).
She's a lucky lady! :D
Well thats my bubble burst Wow is a Fashionista...........
Post by: Wonky on 02 March, 2012, 11:26:01 pm
And a new pair of shoes. My Aldi specials cracked in the base a couple of days ago, resulting in an awkward flex.
Post by: billplumtree on 03 March, 2012, 08:33:17 am
The unholy trinity of my ISP, Wiggle and Paypal have conspired against me to cause an order to go out for a new seatpost. The old one was making some ominous creaking noises.
I wonder what colour it's going to be? ;D
And might sir be riding around with a copy of New Scientist tucked under his arm for the next week, I wonder?
(http://www.newscientist.com/currentcover.jpg)
The pic doesn't really do it justice. It looks like the sun setting in the middle of the Clever Stuffs shelf in WH Smiths
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 03 March, 2012, 06:19:37 pm
I was going to get the cheap ones, until I realised how thin they were.
Post by: Juan Martín on 04 March, 2012, 06:37:06 pm
Post by: smurphboy on 04 March, 2012, 07:35:53 pm
Can't find a new 39T chainring though - does anyone know if I can use any 5 bolt 130mm BCD 39T chainring on an Alfine chainset???
Post by: Feline on 05 March, 2012, 02:09:48 am
A new rear sprocket for my Alfine Roadrat (20T) and a new chain.
Can't find a new 39T chainring though - does anyone know if I can use any 5 bolt 130mm BCD 39T chainring on an Alfine chainset???
I think you can, I've had the chain ring off mine and it is pretty bog standard other than having no ramps and things on the sides. The plastic guard thing could be left off since it doesn't really do anything except keep the chain off your leg.
Post by: smurphboy on 05 March, 2012, 10:03:12 am
A new rear sprocket for my Alfine Roadrat (20T) and a new chain.
Can't find a new 39T chainring though - does anyone know if I can use any 5 bolt 130mm BCD 39T chainring on an Alfine chainset???
I think you can, I've had the chain ring off mine and it is pretty bog standard other than having no ramps and things on the sides. The plastic guard thing could be left off since it doesn't really do anything except keep the chain off your leg.
Thanks - what chainring did you use? I'm tempted to just get a Sora one as they are cheap and seem to be 5 bolt, 130mm BCD.
Post by: Ham on 05 March, 2012, 12:31:14 pm
Post by: TheLurker on 05 March, 2012, 01:44:12 pm
Post by: smurphboy on 05 March, 2012, 04:24:00 pm
Can't see why you shouldn't use any that fit - I'm using a 48T track ring.
Thanks - sort of what I thought. However, my LBS came through and seem to have found one.
Post by: Feline on 06 March, 2012, 10:26:29 am
Can't see why you shouldn't use any that fit - I'm using a 48T track ring.
Thanks - sort of what I thought. However, my LBS came through and seem to have found one.
I'm using the Alfine 39t one, but any 130 BCD 5 arm one would fit.
My problem was that I wanted to fit a smaller chain ring, but with that BCD the smallest possible is 38t which would hardly be worth doing, so I'm changing the sprocket for a Nexus 23t one instead :)
Post by: Bledlow on 06 March, 2012, 01:09:17 pm
Post by: PaulF on 06 March, 2012, 01:48:24 pm
Post by: smurphboy on 06 March, 2012, 04:06:59 pm
Can't see why you shouldn't use any that fit - I'm using a 48T track ring.
Thanks - sort of what I thought. However, my LBS came through and seem to have found one.
I'm using the Alfine 39t one, but any 130 BCD 5 arm one would fit.
My problem was that I wanted to fit a smaller chain ring, but with that BCD the smallest possible is 38t which would hardly be worth doing, so I'm changing the sprocket for a Nexus 23t one instead :)
Thanks - I've gone for 39x20 - see this gear calculation (http://www.gear-calculator.com/#KB=39&RZ=20&GR=SNI8&KB2=45&RZ2=22>2=SNI8&TF=85&UF=2174&SL=2)
I long for the extra range of the 11 speed but as a commuter bike, I don't really need the top end as much.
Post by: Butterfly on 07 March, 2012, 02:03:09 pm
Post by: tiermat on 07 March, 2012, 02:07:57 pm
I accidentally bought an assos jacket today :-[. I went into Brixton cycles to get a cable to go with my U-lock and there it was on the sale rail, with £100 off - a beautiful pink and black jacket. I didn't buy the shoes that were on sale though O:-).
Shall we have a sweep on how long it takes you to get oil on it?
I'll baggsy 2 days :D
Post by: Feline on 07 March, 2012, 02:08:35 pm
I accidentally bought an assos jacket today :-[. I went into Brixton cycles to get a cable to go with my U-lock and there it was on the sale rail, with £100 off - a beautiful pink and black jacket. I didn't buy the shoes that were on sale though O:-).
Ooohh nice, I think I know the one *lust* :thumbsup:
Post by: Butterfly on 07 March, 2012, 02:21:18 pm
As long as that? You're an optimist! ;DI accidentally bought an assos jacket today :-[. I went into Brixton cycles to get a cable to go with my U-lock and there it was on the sale rail, with £100 off - a beautiful pink and black jacket. I didn't buy the shoes that were on sale though O:-).
Shall we have a sweep on how long it takes you to get oil on it?
I'll baggsy 2 days :D
Post by: clarion on 07 March, 2012, 02:33:39 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 07 March, 2012, 02:48:45 pm
I would guess two days, and the FNR in particular. :-*That's insider knowledge ;D. I wore it back from the shop and on the nursery run under my coat without getting oil on it 8).
Post by: Kim on 07 March, 2012, 02:55:13 pm
Post by: jogler on 07 March, 2012, 05:55:28 pm
I accidentally bought an assos jacket today :-[. I went into Brixton cycles to get a cable to go with my U-lock and there it was on the sale rail, with £100 off - a beautiful pink and black jacket. I didn't buy the shoes that were on sale though O:-).
Knowing the "italian" sizing policy of Assos tells me something about your body ;)
I tried a XXL Assos jacket in Mammoth cycles on Milford Common last summer.
"Whale inna condom " would be an acurrate description ::-)
Post by: Butterfly on 09 March, 2012, 12:11:31 pm
Have you considered a rubber-band-powered n+1? :D
That is probably the answer.
They are a bit unkind with their sizing!
Knowing the "italian" sizing policy of Assos tells me something about your body ;)
I tried a XXL Assos jacket in Mammoth cycles on Milford Common last summer.
"Whale inna condom " would be an acurrate description ::-)
Post by: Wendy on 09 March, 2012, 04:16:44 pm
Post by: Phil on 09 March, 2012, 04:17:34 pm
Post by: jogler on 09 March, 2012, 04:21:54 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 11 March, 2012, 11:57:45 am
Post by: smurphboy on 11 March, 2012, 02:18:58 pm
Post by: Feline on 11 March, 2012, 02:21:50 pm
To be fair, those tights didn't owe me much because I have worn then on almost a daily basis for 2 autumns, winters and springs now and washed them hundreds of times. They still worked though, goodbye old friends :(
Post by: tiermat on 12 March, 2012, 03:01:11 pm
Post by: Ham on 12 March, 2012, 05:11:07 pm
http://www.planet-x-bikes.co.uk/i/q/BASMGBSB/selle_monte_grappa_borsello_leather_tool_saddle_bag
Be nice if it fits Brooks
Post by: Andrew Br on 12 March, 2012, 05:20:26 pm
Chains a bit :o :o :o ::-)
I've ordered a chain tensioner from the LBS. I'd wanted a Surly Singulator but the shop doesn't deal with Surly so I picked something similar out of their catalogue.
Good news is that my broken Campag shifter has been returned fixed ! I should get the bike back this week which will be nice.
Post by: Bledlow on 12 March, 2012, 10:31:35 pm
Ordered this morning, e-mail from magicshine.co.uk late afternoon to tell me it had been despatched.
Post by: Lycra Man on 12 March, 2012, 10:42:13 pm
Last set were purchased in Evesham in August, and fully worn down just before a metal on metal grinding mishap could occur.
Lycra Man
Post by: Bledlow on 12 March, 2012, 10:51:51 pm
I accidentally bought an assos jacket today :-[. I went into Brixton cycles to get a cable to go with my U-lock and there it was on the sale rail, with £100 off - a beautiful pink and black jacket. I didn't buy the shoes that were on sale though O:-).What? A 20% discount? :o
Standards are slipping.
Post by: Adrian on 12 March, 2012, 11:13:19 pm
I got lured by the locks at Planet X and then my finger slipped a little bitThey do
http://www.planet-x-bikes.co.uk/i/q/BASMGBSB/selle_monte_grappa_borsello_leather_tool_saddle_bag
Be nice if it fits Brooks
Post by: tiermat on 13 March, 2012, 10:25:37 am
I got lured by the locks at Planet X and then my finger slipped a little bit
http://www.planet-x-bikes.co.uk/i/q/BASMGBSB/selle_monte_grappa_borsello_leather_tool_saddle_bag
Be nice if it fits Brooks
GIT! Ordered one for the secret project, plus pedals, headset and brakes (so it will go and stop) :)
Post by: GruB on 13 March, 2012, 10:38:22 am
Post by: Bledlow on 13 March, 2012, 11:46:00 am
It's faulty. :( Plugged in to battery, switched on. Nothing. Then a faint wisp of smoke appeared. Repeated, with front off, & heard a faint frying noise, & could see a little glow through the hole in the back plate through which the red wire passes. Oh dear. It's shorting out back there.
Post by: marcusjb on 13 March, 2012, 11:56:50 am
New chains always make bikes feel great again!
And some CO2 cartridges for Cass (I'm not a believer in them apart from if I were to be racing or something; but she likes them for commuting as she's not all that good at pumping up tyres when she gets a flat).
This weekend I must do some fettling - change those chains, put bar tape on the fixed (been riding naked for about 3 months now since putting new levers on!) and repair the mudguard mount on the audax bike.
Post by: rafletcher on 13 March, 2012, 02:29:07 pm
Post by: Feline on 13 March, 2012, 03:35:24 pm
Post by: Quint on 13 March, 2012, 05:48:58 pm
Post by: Kim on 13 March, 2012, 09:40:53 pm
(http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/trailer/f4ogmn.sized.jpg)
(not really, it's a Really Useful Box box (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=36088.msg1185928#msg1185928))
Post by: CrinklyLion on 13 March, 2012, 10:42:19 pm
Post by: clarion on 13 March, 2012, 10:44:59 pm
Post by: tiermat on 14 March, 2012, 01:31:15 pm
2*locks (one modulus and one U-lock and cable)
1*Carradice Pendle
2*leather tool rolls (bargains from on-one/planet-x)
6* 29er inner tubes
2 sets of long drop brakes
A Stronglight A9 headset
And the pedals, and headset press, when they arrive.
Post by: GrahamG on 14 March, 2012, 01:35:40 pm
Post by: Feline on 14 March, 2012, 02:03:02 pm
I've ordered some new Assos tights because I left the ones I wore yesterday in the washing machine with the door ajar last night, and the dogs decided they would make a tasty snack during the night :facepalm:
To be fair, those tights didn't owe me much because I have worn then on almost a daily basis for 2 autumns, winters and springs now and washed them hundreds of times. They still worked though, goodbye old friends :(
Bollocks, the one shop that claimed to still have the ones I want now say they don't and can't get any more, so refund coming my way. This is probably a good thing because I need that dosh to pay my car tax without going overdrawn. Hopefully it should now be shorts +/- leg warmers weather from now until next winter so I shall worry about the tights then. If I was after winter weight padded bib tights there would be loads of decent options, but girls can't piss in fields wearing bib tights, and I don't like having to take eeeeverything off to use a toilet in any case :(
Post by: Butterfly on 14 March, 2012, 02:06:04 pm
girls can't piss in fields wearing bib tights, and I don't like having to take eeeeverything off to use a toilet in any case :(
Shewees are the answer :) Usable with bibs 8)
Post by: Feline on 14 March, 2012, 02:20:00 pm
girls can't piss in fields wearing bib tights, and I don't like having to take eeeeverything off to use a toilet in any case :(
Shewees are the answer :) Usable with bibs 8)
Maybe not a bad idea that! However you can't crap in them too can you?
Post by: Butterfly on 14 March, 2012, 02:37:51 pm
Bleugh! But that's not usually more than once or twice a day though.girls can't piss in fields wearing bib tights, and I don't like having to take eeeeverything off to use a toilet in any case :(
Shewees are the answer :) Usable with bibs 8)
Maybe not a bad idea that! However you can't crap in them too can you?
Post by: YahudaMoon on 14 March, 2012, 02:52:29 pm
Got this as Im TT'ing this year
(https://encrypted-tbn2.google.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTR9DTJL81eAJqKRX9Dk2BiO5VJTzz6d2osdE91oN25NzMl5v-u)
Ive been waiting two years for a new seat post though its never really been a priority. This is for my track bike that hasn't really been used for a long time though I hope to be using it for some short TT.
Going for a good price at the moment from Terry Dolan
(http://www.velodromeshop.net/images/products/sp-alp-25-wing.jpg)
My local bike shop did me a excellent job for the money with my audax bike though to keep the cost down he fitted cheap brake callipers. I love the campag brakes so I've upgraded to chorus. Not new though
(https://encrypted-tbn2.google.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQnQf9jWFo0rdajKyC_FpPo23NmLT8TNBe4W0eKoCRB9kSOhJA5Vw)
New rear tyre for my track bike
(https://encrypted-tbn3.google.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSrnnnT6RJIp1st9_s_lNfagw2zldZNFyNfRcPbxLBKwcPGK9gndg)
Had to get a helmet :( 'BC nazi league' (Quoted from Harry Halls) :)
(https://encrypted-tbn3.google.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcR0hiT-Vg633LqClaFmJp4TkU4fY5tdkSH_qHWTaYbmixS_371S)
Also got a new jacket as my old one had holes in holes and some flashy back lights.
The money was for a Garmin though thats something I just cant have at the moment. Maybe later in the year :)
Post by: Feline on 14 March, 2012, 03:02:31 pm
Bleugh! But that's not usually more than once or twice a day though.girls can't piss in fields wearing bib tights, and I don't like having to take eeeeverything off to use a toilet in any case :(
Shewees are the answer :) Usable with bibs 8)
Maybe not a bad idea that! However you can't crap in them too can you?
The trouble is that I'm thinking really of audaxes, and long ones at that. On day rides with a stop for a pub lunch with a nice clean toilet to use it wouldn't matter at all. On some 400k's the controls during the evening and overnight can be receipts from a hatch on a garage forecourt and every public loo you pass is locked. Perhaps a disposable sheewee could work in that kind of emergency!
Post by: Kim on 14 March, 2012, 03:15:22 pm
Post by: Feline on 14 March, 2012, 03:18:13 pm
A Radar key (and less frequently, the British Waterways key) can be extremely useful for that sort of thing. They tend not to lock the disabled loo, as it already has a lock on it (although not, as I discovered, in the vicinity of Cheddar, where they're a bunch of evil redundant padlocking bastards).
If you're near Cheddar you can use my loo ;D
I have a radar key but have so never used it. I feel slightly guilty about having it!
Post by: Kim on 14 March, 2012, 03:25:41 pm
I have a radar key but have so never used it. I feel slightly guilty about having it!
I suggest a day out on the towpaths of Birmingham and Dudley, preferably with a tandem, trike or trailer. That'll soon cure you of any guilt. ;D
Post by: Karla on 14 March, 2012, 03:27:31 pm
Post by: Feline on 14 March, 2012, 10:19:32 pm
How about getting some bibtights and spending the summer sewing a pair of click fasteners into the bib straps?
I have some Assos bib shorts, and they are completely impossible to get on/off without taking off your jersey, even if you unhook them in front. Part of the problem is the girls version has a single strap up the front which then branches to go over your shoulders. This is so the straps don't irritate your nips! They are very very good shorts though.
Post by: clarion on 15 March, 2012, 09:47:24 am
Post by: Bledlow on 15 March, 2012, 10:04:27 am
... girls can't piss in fields wearing bib tights, and I don't like having to take eeeeverything off to use a toilet in any case :([off-topic diversion]
This is what baffled me about the number of women I used to see wearing all in one suits to ski.
[return to topic]
Post by: Butterfly on 15 March, 2012, 12:07:19 pm
How about getting some bibtights and spending the summer sewing a pair of click fasteners into the bib straps?
I have some Assos bib shorts, and they are completely impossible to get on/off without taking off your jersey, even if you unhook them in front. Part of the problem is the girls version has a single strap up the front which then branches to go over your shoulders. This is so the straps don't irritate your nips! They are very very good shorts though.
Undo your jersey zip, undo your shorts hook, reach through the jersey, pull strap over your head and then pull under from the back. It's not easy-easy, but it's not too bad! :) It's slightly harder to thread it back up, but I can manage it, without the world's greatest flexibility.
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 15 March, 2012, 12:31:21 pm
I bought a nut. From Brixton Cycles' wonderful and magical box of Sturmey Archer bits. We tried four before we found one to fit. But it did. Great service from a friendly chap. :thumbsup:
I love BC’s random boxes of bits, they searched through one for me for a random light bracket to fit on the Gazelle’s heavy-duty rack and then sold it to me for a quid.
I may have accidentally bought a Water Off a Duck’s Back smart ladies mac the other day. It was 40% off in Action Bikes and is rather good for normal clothes cycling. Anyhow, it cost less than a monthly bus pass. That’s what I’m telling myself. Oh yes. And it’s had compliments from people who didn’t realise it was cyclewear.
Post by: L CC on 15 March, 2012, 01:48:11 pm
How about getting some bibtights and spending the summer sewing a pair of click fasteners into the bib straps?
I have some Assos bib shorts, and they are completely impossible to get on/off without taking off your jersey, even if you unhook them in front. Part of the problem is the girls version has a single strap up the front which then branches to go over your shoulders. This is so the straps don't irritate your nips! They are very very good shorts though.
Undo your jersey zip, undo your shorts hook, reach through the jersey, pull strap over your head and then pull under from the back. It's not easy-easy, but it's not too bad! :) It's slightly harder to thread it back up, but I can manage it, without the world's greatest flexibility.
This is what I do, too. I don't like waist shorts- they dig in, they allow gaps, they show muffin tops.
My assos shorts are not as comfy as my raphas though (heresy), and neither are as comfy as gore.
You could try these: http://road.cc/content/review/30768-gore-bike-wear-oxygen-so-lady-bib-tights
Post by: Juan Martín on 15 March, 2012, 07:51:00 pm
Post by: hatler on 15 March, 2012, 08:03:14 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 15 March, 2012, 08:38:03 pm
Post by: Feline on 15 March, 2012, 08:45:36 pm
How about getting some bibtights and spending the summer sewing a pair of click fasteners into the bib straps?
I have some Assos bib shorts, and they are completely impossible to get on/off without taking off your jersey, even if you unhook them in front. Part of the problem is the girls version has a single strap up the front which then branches to go over your shoulders. This is so the straps don't irritate your nips! They are very very good shorts though.
Undo your jersey zip, undo your shorts hook, reach through the jersey, pull strap over your head and then pull under from the back. It's not easy-easy, but it's not too bad! :) It's slightly harder to thread it back up, but I can manage it, without the world's greatest flexibility.
This is what I do, too. I don't like waist shorts- they dig in, they allow gaps, they show muffin tops.
My assos shorts are not as comfy as my raphas though (heresy), and neither are as comfy as gore.
You could try these: http://road.cc/content/review/30768-gore-bike-wear-oxygen-so-lady-bib-tights
They look good. I might give bib tights another go in the autumn. I have somehow never succeeded in the manoeuvre of getting the Assos bib shorts back on, how the heck do you pass the hook up between your shoulder blades to get hold of it at the top? I probably prefer my Rapha shorts to my Assos too, especially since the chamois is black (they are my period shorts!).
Post by: L CC on 15 March, 2012, 09:16:35 pm
how the heck do you pass the hook up between your shoulder blades to get hold of it at the top?hold it in my hand and reach the other hand back to it?
Post by: zigzag on 15 March, 2012, 09:57:05 pm
Post by: Feline on 15 March, 2012, 11:38:35 pm
how the heck do you pass the hook up between your shoulder blades to get hold of it at the top?hold it in my hand and reach the other hand back to it?
OK, I can't do that, I've just tried! I must be as unsupple as a very unsupple thing!
Post by: Ham on 16 March, 2012, 12:58:39 am
Anybody need some?
Post by: benborp on 16 March, 2012, 01:21:17 am
Post by: MattH on 16 March, 2012, 07:47:10 am
I went in to exchange it for a permanent purchase today - and lo, two hundred pounds! The worrying thing is, I was with my wife and she didn't bat an eyelid. What could I get away with?
Wrong question. The right question is "What is she planning to get away with?" :)
Post by: fuzzy on 16 March, 2012, 09:36:45 am
how the heck do you pass the hook up between your shoulder blades to get hold of it at the top?hold it in my hand and reach the other hand back to it?
OK, I can't do that, I've just tried! I must be as unsupple as a very unsupple thing!
How about doing something similar to what surfers do for their rear zip lap wet suits? Get a legth of ribbon long enough to connect the two ends of the 'braces' section of your bibs. Once the shorts down activity has been undertaken, pull shorts up, grasp ribbon and pull braces up your back?
Post by: L CC on 16 March, 2012, 10:02:28 am
The 'two ends' are joined, with a hook. Picture, not me, obviously: Clicky (http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Images/Models/Original/31873-2.jpg). Feline is struggling with threading this hook under her clothes. I can touch my hands behind my back with one arm over my shoulders, she can't. (I can do it right hand over shoulder, left hand up, but not the other way round, now I've just tried.)how the heck do you pass the hook up between your shoulder blades to get hold of it at the top?hold it in my hand and reach the other hand back to it?
OK, I can't do that, I've just tried! I must be as unsupple as a very unsupple thing!
How about doing something similar to what surfers do for their rear zip lap wet suits? Get a legth of ribbon long enough to connect the two ends of the 'braces' section of your bibs. Once the shorts down activity has been undertaken, pull shorts up, grasp ribbon and pull braces up your back?
Post by: jogler on 16 March, 2012, 11:18:44 am
I went in to exchange it for a permanent purchase today - and lo, two hundred pounds! The worrying thing is, I was with my wife and she didn't bat an eyelid. What could I get away with?
BTDTGTTS
a Brooks Swallow titanium is that sort of £.
MattH clearly has a BSc in hammers,nails & heads.
Post by: fuzzy on 16 March, 2012, 11:44:11 am
The 'two ends' are joined, with a hook. Picture, not me, obviously: Clicky (http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Images/Models/Original/31873-2.jpg). Feline is struggling with threading this hook under her clothes. I can touch my hands behind my back with one arm over my shoulders, she can't. (I can do it right hand over shoulder, left hand up, but not the other way round, now I've just tried.)how the heck do you pass the hook up between your shoulder blades to get hold of it at the top?hold it in my hand and reach the other hand back to it?
OK, I can't do that, I've just tried! I must be as unsupple as a very unsupple thing!
How about doing something similar to what surfers do for their rear zip lap wet suits? Get a legth of ribbon long enough to connect the two ends of the 'braces' section of your bibs. Once the shorts down activity has been undertaken, pull shorts up, grasp ribbon and pull braces up your back?
Aye, I get that. If Feline attaches a long piece of ribbon through the loop at the front, the other end to the bit thea comes over the shoulder, the to pull the 'bracess up between the sholder blades, she just tugs on the ribbon untill she can reach ther braces over her shoulder.
On a wetsuit, the ribbon is a piece of cord from the front of the shoulder to the zip pull. When getting into the wetsuit, pulling the cord pulls the zip up. To undo the zip the cord goes under the arm and you reach behind you down by your waist.
Or like this image (http://www.google.co.uk/imgres?imgurl=http://media.thesimplygroup.com/MaresMensReefShortyWetsuit/114548/3.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.simplyscuba.com/products/Mares/MensReefShortyWetsuit.aspx&usg=__0Msuj2K5UXh8dpS1DtSReHyn6hI=&h=750&w=750&sz=170&hl=en&start=55&sig2=MHk1A8_yqHWTjilUPVYEKA&zoom=1&tbnid=NpFq1Vg4wjLHTM:&tbnh=141&tbnw=141&ei=DydjT6v9NNG78gPX1tSECA&prev=/search%3Fq%3Dwetsuit%2Bpuller%26start%3D40%26hl%3Den%26safe%3Doff%26sa%3DN%26gbv%3D2%26tbm%3Disch&itbs=1), a long ribbon that can help pull the braces up to shoulder (reachable) level
Post by: L CC on 16 March, 2012, 11:53:26 am
She'd still have to thread whatever under her clothes. You don't want anything still over your shoulders when you're doing whatever you're doing that requires dropping your shorts, you need to be sure it's well out of the way!The 'two ends' are joined, with a hook. Picture, not me, obviously: Clicky (http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Images/Models/Original/31873-2.jpg). Feline is struggling with threading this hook under her clothes. I can touch my hands behind my back with one arm over my shoulders, she can't. (I can do it right hand over shoulder, left hand up, but not the other way round, now I've just tried.)how the heck do you pass the hook up between your shoulder blades to get hold of it at the top?hold it in my hand and reach the other hand back to it?
OK, I can't do that, I've just tried! I must be as unsupple as a very unsupple thing!
How about doing something similar to what surfers do for their rear zip lap wet suits? Get a legth of ribbon long enough to connect the two ends of the 'braces' section of your bibs. Once the shorts down activity has been undertaken, pull shorts up, grasp ribbon and pull braces up your back?
Aye, I get that. If Feline attaches a long piece of ribbon through the loop at the front, the other end to the bit thea comes over the shoulder, the to pull the 'bracess up between the sholder blades, she just tugs on the ribbon untill she can reach ther braces over her shoulder.
On a wetsuit, the ribbon is a piece of cord from the front of the shoulder to the zip pull. When getting into the wetsuit, pulling the cord pulls the zip up. To undo the zip the cord goes under the arm and you reach behind you down by your waist.
Or like this image (http://www.google.co.uk/imgres?imgurl=http://media.thesimplygroup.com/MaresMensReefShortyWetsuit/114548/3.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.simplyscuba.com/products/Mares/MensReefShortyWetsuit.aspx&usg=__0Msuj2K5UXh8dpS1DtSReHyn6hI=&h=750&w=750&sz=170&hl=en&start=55&sig2=MHk1A8_yqHWTjilUPVYEKA&zoom=1&tbnid=NpFq1Vg4wjLHTM:&tbnh=141&tbnw=141&ei=DydjT6v9NNG78gPX1tSECA&prev=/search%3Fq%3Dwetsuit%2Bpuller%26start%3D40%26hl%3Den%26safe%3Doff%26sa%3DN%26gbv%3D2%26tbm%3Disch&itbs=1), a long ribbon that can help pull the braces up to shoulder (reachable) level
Post by: fuzzy on 16 March, 2012, 11:58:00 am
Post by: Feline on 16 March, 2012, 01:11:21 pm
Now all that remains is to try it out wearing bib shorts and see if my aim is any good. There is something a bit phallic looking about it :o
Post by: Feline on 16 March, 2012, 01:13:12 pm
She'd still have to thread whatever under her clothes. You don't want anything still over your shoulders when you're doing whatever you're doing that requires dropping your shorts, you need to be sure it's well out of the way!The 'two ends' are joined, with a hook. Picture, not me, obviously: Clicky (http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Images/Models/Original/31873-2.jpg). Feline is struggling with threading this hook under her clothes. I can touch my hands behind my back with one arm over my shoulders, she can't. (I can do it right hand over shoulder, left hand up, but not the other way round, now I've just tried.)how the heck do you pass the hook up between your shoulder blades to get hold of it at the top?hold it in my hand and reach the other hand back to it?
OK, I can't do that, I've just tried! I must be as unsupple as a very unsupple thing!
How about doing something similar to what surfers do for their rear zip lap wet suits? Get a legth of ribbon long enough to connect the two ends of the 'braces' section of your bibs. Once the shorts down activity has been undertaken, pull shorts up, grasp ribbon and pull braces up your back?
Aye, I get that. If Feline attaches a long piece of ribbon through the loop at the front, the other end to the bit thea comes over the shoulder, the to pull the 'bracess up between the sholder blades, she just tugs on the ribbon untill she can reach ther braces over her shoulder.
On a wetsuit, the ribbon is a piece of cord from the front of the shoulder to the zip pull. When getting into the wetsuit, pulling the cord pulls the zip up. To undo the zip the cord goes under the arm and you reach behind you down by your waist.
Or like this image (http://www.google.co.uk/imgres?imgurl=http://media.thesimplygroup.com/MaresMensReefShortyWetsuit/114548/3.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.simplyscuba.com/products/Mares/MensReefShortyWetsuit.aspx&usg=__0Msuj2K5UXh8dpS1DtSReHyn6hI=&h=750&w=750&sz=170&hl=en&start=55&sig2=MHk1A8_yqHWTjilUPVYEKA&zoom=1&tbnid=NpFq1Vg4wjLHTM:&tbnh=141&tbnw=141&ei=DydjT6v9NNG78gPX1tSECA&prev=/search%3Fq%3Dwetsuit%2Bpuller%26start%3D40%26hl%3Den%26safe%3Doff%26sa%3DN%26gbv%3D2%26tbm%3Disch&itbs=1), a long ribbon that can help pull the braces up to shoulder (reachable) level
Exactly!
Post by: Kim on 16 March, 2012, 01:24:11 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 16 March, 2012, 02:53:12 pm
Thanks to Butterfly's suggestion, my bright pink Sheewee extreme in a case has arrived today, with a bunch of free sweets/bonk rations!Practice a few times before using in the wild, is my advice. Getting past the idea that it's all going terribly wrong is harder than you might expect. I find the first one of the year the most difficult - the time off means I lose my confidence that everything is ok and find it really hard to go. This year the first use was on Clapham Common on the FNRttC last week, which is pretty exhibitionist and took a while! :facepalm:
Now all that remains is to try it out wearing bib shorts and see if my aim is any good. There is something a bit phallic looking about it :o
Post by: Chris S on 16 March, 2012, 02:59:56 pm
Post by: L CC on 16 March, 2012, 04:06:02 pm
I'm in the paving slab school of thought when it comes to Lycrahosen
What is the paving slab school of thought? Have I missed something? Or is it a bit German....?
Post by: JonBuoy on 16 March, 2012, 06:41:33 pm
I'm in the paving slab school of thought when it comes to Lycrahosen
What is the paving slab school of thought? Have I missed something? Or is it a bit German....?
As explained here... (http://www.chapmancentral.co.uk/wiki/Bibshorts)
Post by: Andrew Br on 16 March, 2012, 07:45:20 pm
Anyway, moving on, I bought a front and rear LED light set from Tesco. After panicking a bit yesterday, I came to the conclusion that I need an extra rear light on the
I also bought 8 Eneloop XX AA batteries and a Battery Extender 5V USB doohickey to power my Garmin. I'm hoping that this will stop the "EXTREMELY IRRITATING WHY DIDN'T YOU TEST THIS PROPERLY YOU SLACK-ARSED CRETINS ?" switching off on bumps of my Etrex Vista HCx (full name including to help Google).
Happy days.
Post by: Butterfly on 17 March, 2012, 10:37:55 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 17 March, 2012, 10:49:24 pm
I'm already working out which upgrades it will get in time so I've no idea when the 'build' will actually finish on this bike ::-)
Post by: Kim on 17 March, 2012, 10:53:16 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 18 March, 2012, 06:32:24 pm
And after realising that all bar end caps are either nasty or broken, a pair of alloy caps that have Cinelli on them...or possibly Llanelli, it wasn't a terribly good photo.
Post by: MattH on 18 March, 2012, 07:02:01 pm
Gear outers have longitudinal reinforcing wires to stop them compressing (but these can burst if subjected to a strong enough compression, hence not being safe for brake use).
Post by: Juan Martín on 18 March, 2012, 07:17:20 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 18 March, 2012, 08:09:49 pm
reflective tape
handlebar tape
crown race remover
Wellgo QRD flat pedals
Shimano SPD pedals
ball bearings
cable hanger
bottom bracket
Panaracer Minits Lite tyre
headset spacers
Kool Stop brake pads
Knog taillight
Nuun tablets
Michelin tyres
Schwalbe tyres
minipump
Token cable adjusters
panniers
Post by: Dibdib on 18 March, 2012, 08:13:01 pm
Post by: Feline on 19 March, 2012, 01:05:13 pm
Post by: Karla on 19 March, 2012, 01:42:11 pm
Post by: Wendy on 19 March, 2012, 02:31:33 pm
Post by: David Martin on 19 March, 2012, 04:42:04 pm
Wandered in to the LBS this morning to get a replacement chain as the old one had snapped and needed replacing. They said "didn't you see the sign on the door that said closed every monday for stocktaking?' but sold me the chain anyway. The sign was there, on the window, on the other side of the door than the way I had approached the shop.I thought that the shop just up the road from you, at the Lochee lights, had closed years ago? ;D
So you know Peem too :) He closed down just when I moved to Dundee.
Post by: jogler on 19 March, 2012, 04:58:46 pm
Post by: LindaG on 19 March, 2012, 05:20:04 pm
Post by: TimC on 19 March, 2012, 07:27:49 pm
Post by: fuzzy on 20 March, 2012, 10:13:33 am
Brought tears to my eyes that they are closing down :'(
Post by: tiermat on 20 March, 2012, 11:10:12 am
Post by: Auntie Helen on 20 March, 2012, 11:22:39 am
A set of tyres for the trike, which equals 1.5 packs of two tyres (so was two packs of tyres - I will have four).
No change from £100 for that lot. It's in preparation for my Berlin to London cycle ride next month. I want to minimise the chance of something untoward (chain break, puncture) happening. Current chain has lasted 4,300 miles which is 1,000 more than on the old trike which had a rear derailleur rather than a hub gear so it's clearly having less wear with the hub gear (I still have a front derailleur).
Post by: Dibdib on 20 March, 2012, 07:03:35 pm
Google-Street-View'd the route from Paddington to Waterloo Bridge yesterday evening and maaay have soiled myself at the sight of a couple of the junctions (Marble Arch and Hyde Park Corner in particular) :'(
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 20 March, 2012, 07:57:32 pm
Note to self: trying to compare the relative brightness of Smart 1/2W and 1W rear lights was probably not a great idea. :facepalm:
Post by: Kim on 20 March, 2012, 08:03:18 pm
Note to self: trying to compare the relative brightness of Smart 1/2W and 1W rear lights was probably not a great idea. :facepalm:
Trick is to point them at the wall, rather than your remaining eye. :)
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 21 March, 2012, 01:08:43 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 21 March, 2012, 03:07:11 pm
I'm very happy 'cos it looks great on the bike.
Fitting wasn't too difficult and it looks like it will be the perfect size for weekends away.
I've also bought a spare SQR in the hope that it will fit on my other bike. I can't test it since that bike is in the LBS waiting for some new BB bits.
Post by: Andrij on 22 March, 2012, 12:45:22 pm
According to the slip of paper included in the package, I have jersey #1! (I haven't checked is the jersey, will do this evening.)
Post by: GrahamG on 22 March, 2012, 01:44:50 pm
Post by: Andrij on 22 March, 2012, 02:32:04 pm
Those milltag jerseys any good? £70 is a pretty hefty amount (could get assos for about that!) unless it's a top quality item.
Yes, they're pricey, but they are (IMO) of high quality. This is the second jersey I've purchased from them - I can just about justify buying one a year at those prices.
I've never owned assos so can't compare.
Post by: GrahamG on 22 March, 2012, 02:35:39 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 22 March, 2012, 05:02:45 pm
Post by: Wonky on 22 March, 2012, 06:30:43 pm
Now for summer, I ride for Team Lidl.
Summer jerseys x 4
Summer shorts x 4
A Gilet, gloves, rain jacket, bike lift and a tool kit in a saddle pack.
All for about £110.
A fashion victim I am not. But equipped I am.
Post by: Feline on 22 March, 2012, 06:32:35 pm
Those milltag jerseys any good? £70 is a pretty hefty amount (could get assos for about that!) unless it's a top quality item.
Yes, they're pricey, but they are (IMO) of high quality. This is the second jersey I've purchased from them - I can just about justify buying one a year at those prices.
I've never owned assos so can't compare.
The pink one with black inner tubes all over it is awesome, sadly they only have a large mens in stock >:(
Post by: jogler on 22 March, 2012, 06:59:46 pm
Post by: Feline on 22 March, 2012, 07:07:34 pm
do you not want a large man?
Well, one is enough I don't require another.
Post by: Andrij on 23 March, 2012, 06:39:19 am
Bought a few weeks ago, but delivered yesterday, yet another cycling jersey from Milltag (linky (http://milltag.cc/shop/artist-series-three/last-place) for pics). :D
According to the slip of paper included in the package, I have jersey #1! (I haven't checked is the jersey, will do this evening.)
Confirmed, just as nice as the Bike Show (http://milltag.cc/shop/collaborations/the-bike-show) jersey I bought last year. Couldn't find a number anywhere on the jersey, so will be sure to keep my slip of paper stating it is 'jersey number 1' (just like all the other jersey's ;) ). I hadn't noticed from the photos that the side panels are patterned with bikes. Also found more text on the jersey - inside the central pocket it says "Happy just getting around and likes it that way." :)
Post by: groucho on 23 March, 2012, 11:31:25 am
Post by: Dibdib on 23 March, 2012, 12:43:44 pm
Post by: Ham on 27 March, 2012, 04:28:03 pm
do you not want a large man?
Well, one is enough I don't require another.
As a cyclist you KNOW you should always carry a spare
Post by: kyuss on 27 March, 2012, 06:57:33 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 29 March, 2012, 08:23:14 pm
Ordered today from Ebay, 3/4'' X 5/16'' BSF crankbolts for weirdy BB on aforesaid project.
Post by: FatBloke on 29 March, 2012, 08:27:30 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 29 March, 2012, 08:30:48 pm
Post by: GrahamG on 30 March, 2012, 12:37:35 pm
Post by: TimC on 30 March, 2012, 01:52:56 pm
A week of fettling - priceless.
ETA: Merlin gave me an extra 10%, so £67.45!!
Post by: tiermat on 30 March, 2012, 05:02:23 pm
Fitting it will be a good excuse to remove the mudguards at the same time, ready for Spain.
Post by: LindaG on 31 March, 2012, 10:28:28 am
Post by: Canardly on 31 March, 2012, 01:02:57 pm
Post by: De Sisti on 31 March, 2012, 02:07:15 pm
Post by: Dibdib on 31 March, 2012, 03:57:34 pm
Post by: Frere on 31 March, 2012, 08:48:49 pm
Frere
Post by: Katie on 31 March, 2012, 11:42:55 pm
But, finally invested in the SPDs and shoes I've been wanting for years.
Had my first clipless crash this morning :P
Post by: mcshroom on 01 April, 2012, 01:21:45 pm
*I think I'm going to have to go back to solid pads. I don't know what it is about my brakes falling out but it's happened too often, and these are actually screwed in so how did the screw manage to escape ???
Post by: fuzzy on 02 April, 2012, 09:08:09 am
Had my first clipless crash this morning :P
Well done you, welcome to the club :thumbsup: (Hope it was only embarrasing and not painful).
Yesterday-
New rim tape and Topeak Race Rocket pump after a visitation turned out to be caused by a failed rim tape. Repaired the hole but was unable to pump up the tyre as my pump wouldn't bite on enough of the valve. SWMBO had to rescue me.
Post by: Katie on 02 April, 2012, 12:42:15 pm
Bit sore, nice big bruise on my arse but only my ego damaged. I'm an ex-trackie, had plenty of collisions in my past, but this is the first actual crash resulting in one or more cyclists hitting the floor in nearly a decade :-\Had my first clipless crash this morning :P
Well done you, welcome to the club :thumbsup: (Hope it was only embarrasing and not painful).
Post by: Canardly on 02 April, 2012, 10:22:40 pm
Had my first clipless crash this morning :P
Well done we have all done it.......
Post by: TimO on 02 April, 2012, 11:52:27 pm
Is three rear lights, and two front lights on the trailer, and a front light on the bike, and two rear lights, as well as a triangular trailer reflector and sundry other reflective bits going to be enough? :)
Post by: mcshroom on 03 April, 2012, 12:00:46 am
Post by: MattH on 03 April, 2012, 08:24:55 am
:-)
Post by: mcshroom on 03 April, 2012, 09:18:28 am
Post by: Juan Martín on 03 April, 2012, 08:35:23 pm
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 04 April, 2012, 04:59:27 pm
Post by: Feline on 04 April, 2012, 05:20:36 pm
Rapha winter gloves, small. Fit perfectly and feel lovely. Chuffed with these.
Rapha leg warmers, small. My cheap Northwave pair feel lumpy at the back of my knees, these feel great and fit very well unlike the DHB ones which always did a Nora batty on me.
Winter merino neck collar/buff thingy, in pink. just lovely.
Free Rapha musette thrown into my order :thumbsup:
Also shopping by proxy (I am liking this kind of shopping). Simon's SJS parcel arrived with:
Caradice Super C front panniers. Really nice and will match my large rear ones. One is a Sue and one is a Janet :thumbsup: They will be christened on the arrow and have their water-proofness properly tested I suspect.
Finish line ceramic lube for the tandem.
A thorn light bracket thingy to try to fork crown mount the Edelux clearing the V brake, we hope. I now have some fettling to do!
Post by: Frere on 05 April, 2012, 06:43:40 pm
Garmin eTrex 30. Hope its not a mistake, and not too painful to learn to use.
Frere
Received yesterday. Downloaded a .img from bikeytoaster, something like that, and took a while to find my way round, interface so reminiscent of mid/late 90's Nokia candy bars with thumb pads. Not particularly intuitive but shd be ok.
Frere
Post by: smurphboy on 05 April, 2012, 08:26:14 pm
Going for a little blast round the local bridleways tomorrow then fitting them.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 06 April, 2012, 10:55:25 am
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 08 April, 2012, 02:46:48 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 09 April, 2012, 08:21:06 pm
And browsing Ebay I noticed someone in Ashford selling some ex Dawes forks that look to be a bit more sporty than those currently fitted to the Notcomb project bike. So a couple of emails later, deal done, I drove over to pick them up (it cost me an afternoon shopping though). They look just the job and should shorten the wheelbase by an inch or two. Unfortunately the steerer is a little long so I am hoping the LBS will be able to run a die down it to extend the thread - if I have to buy a 1" die and DIY it will have been less of a good deal overall.
Post by: andrewc on 09 April, 2012, 08:29:19 pm
Post by: fuzzy on 10 April, 2012, 09:12:04 am
Post by: Kim on 10 April, 2012, 12:40:57 pm
Post by: tiermat on 10 April, 2012, 03:28:28 pm
Also bought 2 spare gear cables and 2 spare brake cables (inners) for same.
Post by: slohill on 10 April, 2012, 03:34:04 pm
Post by: Katie on 11 April, 2012, 12:47:27 am
I've had panniers before, but they've not been my panniers. These ones are. Hoping that with proper load balancing they'll do me getting to/from the shops when I move out again next month. Also, need them for clothes etc. for the Birthday Rides. Friendly South Manchester CTC folk with cars are taking my tent and sleeping bag, but I'll need to get to Ellesmere with bike/clothes/toiletries/etc. - so, pannier time.
Ordered my YACF buff too :D
Post by: itsbruce on 11 April, 2012, 02:10:29 am
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7237/6920141782_4781c6a7b6_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/itsbruce/6920141782/)
All in nice condition.
Post by: hubner on 11 April, 2012, 02:45:15 am
The tool should have a socket and tommy bar, for those not familiar with these cranks.
Post by: Rhys W on 11 April, 2012, 09:09:51 pm
Post by: andrewc on 11 April, 2012, 09:11:20 pm
Post by: Canardly on 11 April, 2012, 09:22:15 pm
Post by: tiermat on 12 April, 2012, 08:49:45 am
Post by: clarion on 12 April, 2012, 09:36:54 pm
Post by: Frere on 12 April, 2012, 11:01:10 pm
Three computers, two bottle cages, a rack and a pot of Minty Arse Lard.
Would that be the Assos creme?
Frere
Post by: Wendy on 13 April, 2012, 08:34:52 am
Post by: clarion on 13 April, 2012, 09:49:41 am
Post by: Wendy on 13 April, 2012, 09:55:44 am
Post by: Dibdib on 13 April, 2012, 04:57:10 pm
Also, a bell which will - hopefully - fit over bar tape or the oversized bit by the stem. All the bloke in my friendly LBS wanted was a bit of change in the charidee box :thumbsup:
Post by: Ham on 14 April, 2012, 09:24:03 am
the Dutch also think frugality is an attribute
Ik wist niet dat je Nederlanders waren! Mijn vaders familie is Nederlands
Please don't come away with the idea I can speak Dutch, but Google translate can ;)
Post by: itsbruce on 14 April, 2012, 10:04:02 am
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7261/7075979035_1356c93265_c.jpg)
Post by: interzen on 14 April, 2012, 10:42:53 am
http://www.charliethebikemonger.com/king-cage-top-cap-cage-mount-2587-p.asp
It's probably not a new idea, but I think it's really neat - recent experience has shown me that I'm more liable to drink if something is in easy reach, and this may be a factor on the Pugsley when I'm bouncing around on rough terrain and concentrating on the trail. Cass Gilbert rates them, which is a plus.
Got to be worth a punt for £8, I reckon.
Post by: welshwheels on 14 April, 2012, 04:14:21 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 15 April, 2012, 06:44:55 pm
Post by: Chris S on 15 April, 2012, 09:27:13 pm
Post by: PaulR on 16 April, 2012, 09:29:06 am
I rode it to work today and got here a few minutes before I set off, or at least it felt that way. My next challenge is to decide whether to ride it with my big black carradice on the back.
Post by: clarion on 16 April, 2012, 09:43:00 am
(It is cool, though. ;) )
Post by: andrewc on 16 April, 2012, 04:21:45 pm
Considering getting a couple of these for the Surlys:
http://www.charliethebikemonger.com/king-cage-top-cap-cage-mount-2587-p.asp
It's probably not a new idea, but I think it's really neat - recent experience has shown me that I'm more liable to drink if something is in easy reach, and this may be a factor on the Pugsley when I'm bouncing around on rough terrain and concentrating on the trail. Cass Gilbert rates them, which is a plus.
Got to be worth a punt for £8, I reckon.
I was looking at one of those for my US trip later in the year, but think a bottle there would interfere with the access to my bar bag, and possibly the controls for the GPS.
Post by: PaulF on 16 April, 2012, 04:34:53 pm
Considering getting a couple of these for the Surlys:
http://www.charliethebikemonger.com/king-cage-top-cap-cage-mount-2587-p.asp
It's probably not a new idea, but I think it's really neat - recent experience has shown me that I'm more liable to drink if something is in easy reach, and this may be a factor on the Pugsley when I'm bouncing around on rough terrain and concentrating on the trail. Cass Gilbert rates them, which is a plus.
Got to be worth a punt for £8, I reckon.
Nice idea, sadly the previous owner of my Pugsley cut the steerer too short for one to fit - I assume it fits between the stem cap and stem?
Post by: interzen on 16 April, 2012, 04:47:39 pm
Looks that way, yes.Considering getting a couple of these for the Surlys:
http://www.charliethebikemonger.com/king-cage-top-cap-cage-mount-2587-p.asp
It's probably not a new idea, but I think it's really neat - recent experience has shown me that I'm more liable to drink if something is in easy reach, and this may be a factor on the Pugsley when I'm bouncing around on rough terrain and concentrating on the trail. Cass Gilbert rates them, which is a plus.
Got to be worth a punt for £8, I reckon.
Nice idea, sadly the previous owner of my Pugsley cut the steerer too short for one to fit - I assume it fits between the stem cap and stem?
There's a slightly better picture here: http://www.kingcage.com/products-waterbottle-cages.html
Post by: arvid on 16 April, 2012, 05:00:55 pm
Ik wist niet dat je Nederlanders waren! Mijn vaders familie is Nederlands
Please don't come away with the idea I can speak Dutch, but Google translate can ;)
Google Translate is pretty good, but there is a mistake in your first sentence. Google gave you the singular "you" (je or jij) where you are using the plural "you" (jullie).
Anyway, I should order a year supply of brake pads. Six or seven pairs? And two sets of chains. Probably also a steel 44T and a Rohloff 17T.
Post by: PaulF on 16 April, 2012, 05:22:31 pm
Looks that way, yes.Considering getting a couple of these for the Surlys:
http://www.charliethebikemonger.com/king-cage-top-cap-cage-mount-2587-p.asp
It's probably not a new idea, but I think it's really neat - recent experience has shown me that I'm more liable to drink if something is in easy reach, and this may be a factor on the Pugsley when I'm bouncing around on rough terrain and concentrating on the trail. Cass Gilbert rates them, which is a plus.
Got to be worth a punt for £8, I reckon.
Nice idea, sadly the previous owner of my Pugsley cut the steerer too short for one to fit - I assume it fits between the stem cap and stem?
There's a slightly better picture here: http://www.kingcage.com/products-waterbottle-cages.html
That's a shame because with the frame bag in I can't get to the bottle cages on the move. There's always the Camelback though...
In other news, just ordered a rear rack for the Pugsley as I rashly promised my son I'd take him cycle camping this summer and need some load carrying capability.
Post by: Kim on 16 April, 2012, 06:22:16 pm
Considering getting a couple of these for the Surlys:
http://www.charliethebikemonger.com/king-cage-top-cap-cage-mount-2587-p.asp
That also looks potentially rather useful for the mounting of things on mudguardless ICE trikes...
Post by: Dibdib on 16 April, 2012, 07:07:25 pm
# rear rack, now fettled to bike after a trip to b&q for some longer bolts
# half a pair of Ortlieb panniers, the subject of an email to Wiggle for t'other half
# overshoes, which - barely just - fit over my SPD shoes
# and a pair of hopefully warm bib longs, which i'd better check fit properly.
more toys arriving tomorrow, hopefully!
Post by: itsbruce on 16 April, 2012, 11:13:55 pm
Post by: dasmoth on 17 April, 2012, 10:49:47 am
...plus the usual tubes'n'chains that we normally seem to be short of.
Post by: interzen on 18 April, 2012, 10:40:26 am
Well, they're ordered and paid for but if I see them before the end of the month I'll be lucky - they're on back-order at the distributors ::-)
Post by: Bledlow on 19 April, 2012, 11:22:48 am
A set of spare Magicshine O rings.
Brompton rear mudguard.
Four pump clips (two velcro straps through a plastic block, one for the frame tube, one for the pump or whatever) from Dealextreme.
Post by: TimO on 19 April, 2012, 04:36:04 pm
Exposure Flash and Flare lights -- having seen the awesomeness of the Flare which Butterfly kindly loaned us on Saturday.
They are pretty bright for such small lights, although the rechargeable batteries only last around four hours when they're on the continuous setting (after all, it's a small battery).
I carry a pair of these lights, and two complete sets of batteries for them, should anyone on a group ride suddenly find themselves with a failed light.
I just popped into CycleSurgery and bought a set of RaceBlades for Red, since it looks like it'll either be slightly drizzling, or at a minimum, the roads will be wet, for tomorrows FNRttC. I'd rather avoid the splatter of crud up my back (although a lot of that is ameliorated by the Randonneur Rack acting as an impromptu mudguard).
Post by: mcshroom on 19 April, 2012, 04:41:53 pm
Exposure Flash and Flare lights -- having seen the awesomeness of the Flare which Butterfly kindly loaned us on Saturday.
I just popped into CycleSurgery and bought a set of RaceBlades for Red, since it looks like it'll either be slightly drizzling, or at a minimum, the roads will be wet, for tomorrows FNRttC. I'd rather avoid the splatter of crud up my back (although a lot of that is ameliorated by the Randonneur Rack acting as an impromptu mudguard).
His Leggship will not be amused :)
Post by: clarion on 19 April, 2012, 05:15:59 pm
Post by: TimO on 19 April, 2012, 06:33:14 pm
You did buy a rack at the same time, I hope ;)
Red already has one, an Arkel Randonneur Rack. ;D
... and like I've ever had an issue with mudguards, the only bike I've ever used on the FNRttC that doesn't have mudguards is Red. I've used both Sid the Pompino and the Kaffenback with mudguards on the FNRttC.
Post by: clarion on 19 April, 2012, 06:37:12 pm
Post by: Dibdib on 19 April, 2012, 06:59:06 pm
Depending on climatic conditions, I might ditch the guards if it's prudent but the rack is staying. I'll be slow and crap either way, and I need a healthy supply of cake...
Back on-topic: pondered over to Lidl after work and picked up two packs of spoke protectors. I may have a fettle later, if I get bored.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 19 April, 2012, 07:07:04 pm
And not even I have ever taken a pannier full of cake on a FNRttC.
(a carrier bag full that I've sneaked into other_people's_luggage before the off on the other hand.... :D)
Post by: Dibdib on 19 April, 2012, 07:12:33 pm
CL, if you're doing Londontown-Southend in a few weeks I might see you - I'll be at the back :thumbsup:
Post by: Feline on 19 April, 2012, 08:00:11 pm
You did buy a rack at the same time, I hope ;)
Red already has one, an Arkel Randonneur Rack. ;D
... and like I've ever had an issue with mudguards, the only bike I've ever used on the FNRttC that doesn't have mudguards is Red. I've used both Sid the Pompino and the Kaffenback with mudguards on the FNRttC.
When I read this kind of stuff I get this terrible terrible urge to turn up for a FNRttC with my mahoosive Caradice Super-C panniers. I could turn it into a camping trip! :demon:
Post by: Kim on 19 April, 2012, 08:01:42 pm
When I read this kind of stuff I get this terrible terrible urge to turn up for a FNRttC with my mahoosive Caradice Super-C panniers. I could turn it into a camping trip! :demon:
It wouldn't be the first time...
Post by: TimO on 19 April, 2012, 08:35:30 pm
When I read this kind of stuff I get this terrible terrible urge to turn up for a FNRttC with my mahoosive Caradice Super-C panniers. I could turn it into a camping trip! :demon:
Teethgrinder has certainly carried full camping kit on a FNRttC, and I doubt he's the only one. I don't think Simon would complain about him carrying this sort of kit. :)
To be fair, Simon isn't against racks and mudguards, he's against them on bikes of people who he doesn't know are capable of cycling with them, which is a reasonable worry with some people.
I certainly remember one instance of a mudguard on a bike, which had been assembled by a shop, which was rattling awfully, and which was a major pain to sort out, mainly because the axle was too large a diameter for the fork, so was difficult to get out, and back in again.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 19 April, 2012, 08:53:57 pm
As I've said before - his ride, his rules. And his sense of humour. Which is most deliciously dry, I find.
(ETA - Southend? Sadly not, dibdib. Me in That LonDon onna bike? So not happening, I'm afraid. York-Hull I'm in tho... and am, I think, allowed to attempt Manchester-Morecambe if I reckon I'm able for it which is a little bit of a question mark at the mo.)
Post by: Feline on 19 April, 2012, 09:38:53 pm
Post by: Kim on 19 April, 2012, 09:45:04 pm
But he's prepared to tolerate me, so he can't be all that strict.
I assume it's the same CTC minority group box-ticking exercise that means he keeps letting me come along ;)
Post by: RJ on 19 April, 2012, 10:01:58 pm
Post by: clarion on 19 April, 2012, 10:30:51 pm
Post by: PaulR on 20 April, 2012, 10:10:48 am
Post by: Bledlow on 20 April, 2012, 10:56:24 am
Magicshine battery bag, although I don't have a Magicshine battery. It's the right size for a 6V 4.5 AH Nimh pack (five 18670 cells soldered in series) I recently came into possession of.All except the Dealextreme pump clips have just arrived! Chapeau to Simpsons Cycles & Magicshineuk.co.uk.
A set of spare Magicshine O rings.
Brompton rear mudguard.
Four pump clips (two velcro straps through a plastic block, one for the frame tube, one for the pump or whatever) from Dealextreme.
The Nimh pack is a perfect fit in the bag, which is a relief. It looked as if it should fit, but I wasn't 100% sure. As soon as I've wired on a DC socket & waterproofed it (the bag is not waterproof) I'm in business.
Dinky little bag, with a metal-rimmed hole in one end for a cable to go through, & rather long velcro straps, fit for the fattest MTB top tube. Has a bit of padding.
Post by: Kim on 20 April, 2012, 06:24:23 pm
Post by: L CC on 20 April, 2012, 08:14:06 pm
Had to be done, I think.
Kim: can you send over photies, please?
Post by: Kim on 20 April, 2012, 09:04:59 pm
Dual Pull brake lever.
Kim: can you send over photies, please?
PM in the works...
Post by: Frere on 20 April, 2012, 09:22:56 pm
Frere
Post by: Adrian on 20 April, 2012, 11:43:57 pm
Presunktly Risk minimisation, innit. He's against things and ppl that will or may cause annoyance, irritation and delay to a large group of other riders.He is also against them having a miserable time themselves.
Post by: Juan Martín on 22 April, 2012, 07:22:37 pm
And after posting a wanted ad on the forum some weeks ago for a single band-on cable stop that elicited no response and not being able to find anything suitable on EBay, I bought a rather nice alloy one from SJS. It wasn't too expensive but the postage doubled the cost. A few hours later I found a Shimano one in the garage. Bugger.
Post by: Juan Martín on 23 April, 2012, 12:48:39 pm
Post by: Andrij on 25 April, 2012, 07:10:53 pm
Also bought a computer and lights for a bike that I have yet to purchase. ::-)
Post by: mcshroom on 25 April, 2012, 10:28:08 pm
Post by: Feanor on 25 April, 2012, 10:36:45 pm
Seems to work OK, but I've not tested it to destruction yet.
Post by: ferret on 25 April, 2012, 10:57:59 pm
Post by: smurphboy on 25 April, 2012, 10:59:10 pm
I've just got an 11000mAh external battery pack to keep my Garmin Edge 800 alive on longer rides.
Seems to work OK, but I've not tested it to destruction yet.
11000mAh! Link please. That might keep my phone, Edge and Kindle all alive on tour.
Post by: mcshroom on 25 April, 2012, 11:01:35 pm
I've just got an 11000mAh external battery pack to keep my Garmin Edge 800 alive on longer rides.
Seems to work OK, but I've not tested it to destruction yet.
11000mAh! Link please. That might keep my phone, Edge and Kindle all alive on tour.
Why don't they ust call it 11 Ah?
Post by: Feanor on 25 April, 2012, 11:02:18 pm
Why don't they ust call it 11 Ah?
Indeed!
I guess it's because the capacities began in sensible mAh units, and as they increased, they had to advertise them as bigger numbers.
11?
Only 11?
That's shit. There's ones on t'Internet with thousands...
Post by: smurphboy on 25 April, 2012, 11:06:23 pm
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0013KD7U6/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
Thanks for that. Looks just the thing I need... must... resist...one...click...amazon...
oops
Post by: Kim on 26 April, 2012, 12:13:41 am
I assume the former, because the logical watt-hours figure would be more useful and less impressive.
Either way, these go to 11 :thumbsup:
Post by: tiermat on 26 April, 2012, 09:12:40 am
To fit with the second-hand bits theme for my raleigh, I've just bought a stronglight chainset and BB on cyclechat
How is the old RED beast? Going well, I hope.
Incidentally I still have a tent in the garage that you need to collect :)
Post by: clarion on 26 April, 2012, 09:36:09 am
...Either way, these go to 11 :thumbsup:
Curses! She stole my line. :(
Post by: mcshroom on 26 April, 2012, 09:41:38 am
To fit with the second-hand bits theme for my raleigh, I've just bought a stronglight chainset and BB on cyclechat
How is the old RED beast? Going well, I hope.
Incidentally I still have a tent in the garage that you need to collect :)
Going very well (and I still owe you some money for it). So far I've done two audaxes on the bike and it's coming to York tomorrow to do the FNRttC (and SMRbtY). There's definitely a different feel to a steel frame from the Alu ones I've ridden in the past. :)
I'd forgotten about the tent :-[ I don't suppose you are going to be at home Saturday afternoon/evening are you as I'll be driving past NTR on the shiny new A1(M) after the Hull ride?
Post by: tiermat on 26 April, 2012, 09:42:49 am
To fit with the second-hand bits theme for my raleigh, I've just bought a stronglight chainset and BB on cyclechat
How is the old RED beast? Going well, I hope.
Incidentally I still have a tent in the garage that you need to collect :)
Going very well (and I still owe you some money for it). So far I've done two audaxes on the bike and it's coming to York tomorrow to do the FNRttC (and SMRbtY). There's definitely a different feel to a steel frame from the Alu ones I've ridden in the past. :)
I'd forgotten about the tent :-[ I don't suppose you are going to be at home Saturday afternoon/evening are you as I'll be driving past NTR on the shiny new A1(M) after the Hull ride?
Yes, we will be in, have tidying to do ready for next weekend.
Post by: GrahamG on 26 April, 2012, 10:48:05 am
Post by: Butterfly on 26 April, 2012, 02:42:47 pm
I then had to go to a different shop to replace the clock that was nicked from my handlebars whilst I was choosing that. :(
Post by: clarion on 26 April, 2012, 02:48:54 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 26 April, 2012, 05:42:41 pm
Post by: Kim on 26 April, 2012, 05:51:18 pm
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 27 April, 2012, 04:27:00 pm
Post by: L CC on 27 April, 2012, 04:31:42 pm
Post by: Jurek on 27 April, 2012, 05:53:29 pm
Post by: Feline on 27 April, 2012, 05:58:33 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 27 April, 2012, 06:01:43 pm
A Pedros Trixie tool (http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7130/6972895024_027807063b_o.jpg) has arrived here today, courtesy of Amazon.I had to look up what that was
Post by: smurphboy on 28 April, 2012, 10:09:40 pm
Post by: Andrij on 28 April, 2012, 10:15:13 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 28 April, 2012, 10:18:11 pm
n+1 (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=17.msg1219699#msg1219699)
Looks fun :thumbsup:
Post by: smurphboy on 03 May, 2012, 10:41:44 am
Post by: zigzag on 03 May, 2012, 03:10:36 pm
Post by: tiermat on 03 May, 2012, 03:44:01 pm
This one is deffo too small for me. So obviously, it is not for me.....
It's 18" (yes, really, 45cm!!!) Paul Donohue
Post by: Kim on 03 May, 2012, 04:57:17 pm
Somewhat optimistic as it involves BikeFix, but I've ordered some chain tube.
They appear to have taken payment, that has to be a good sign!
I've also spent an obscene amount of money on orange cardboard, which almost qualifies as cycling stuff...
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 05 May, 2012, 01:34:46 pm
And a frame for a new project.
Post by: interzen on 05 May, 2012, 01:47:22 pm
I also ordered a 38T chainring for the yellow Genesis.
Post by: Kim on 05 May, 2012, 01:58:30 pm
Post by: Dinamo on 05 May, 2012, 08:11:49 pm
Great value for £9-99 each :thumbsup:
A very bright Front light arrived from China via Ebay - I bid 99 cents ( 62p ) for it and won !!!
Plus £5 postage so still a great deal :thumbsup:
EDIT : a CREE Q5 240 Lumen.
Post by: Andrew Br on 08 May, 2012, 01:46:31 pm
I shouldn't have to be buying such items in May :(
Post by: Canardly on 08 May, 2012, 09:17:30 pm
A Lusso skull cap.
I shouldn't have to be buying such items in May :(
You should not be buying such items at all such waste.....tut....
Post by: interzen on 08 May, 2012, 09:22:22 pm
Assuming they turn up on Friday I should have enough to keep me busy over the weekend.
Post by: Andrew Br on 08 May, 2012, 10:35:21 pm
You should not be buying such items at all such waste.....tut....
Why ?
Post by: L CC on 09 May, 2012, 03:34:12 pm
I think you're supposed to be knitting it yourself from cat hair.
You should not be buying such items at all such waste.....tut....
Why ?
Post by: Feanor on 09 May, 2012, 10:05:47 pm
Quiet at the back!
Post by: tiermat on 09 May, 2012, 10:10:11 pm
Post by: a lower gear on 09 May, 2012, 10:10:26 pm
Plus a Park CT-5 compact chain tool 'cos after much searching I couldn't find my old chain tool. :facepalm:
Plus, after endless dithering, a decent high pressure mini pump: Crank Brotherspoer pump with pressure gauge. It works satisfactorily but I've yet to compare its gauge readings with my Blackburn track pump...
Post by: mcshroom on 09 May, 2012, 11:38:43 pm
Post by: interzen on 10 May, 2012, 09:29:09 am
Also, a new headset for the Old Yella' because I've decided I'm going to fit the carbon 'cross forks I've had kicking around.
Finally, some baked soot headset spacers for same :)
Post by: Ray 6701 on 10 May, 2012, 12:27:51 pm
Post by: Feline on 10 May, 2012, 06:30:57 pm
A timing chain and normal chain.
An in-line gear cable barrel adjuster to replace the carp one on the Orbit that re-indexes the front derailleur all by itself without our permission during rides.
Post by: Roadie on 11 May, 2012, 07:44:19 pm
This cycling malarkey is so expensive :-)
Post by: interzen on 12 May, 2012, 12:52:08 pm
Post by: Domestique on 12 May, 2012, 08:26:42 pm
Post by: tiermat on 14 May, 2012, 02:55:38 pm
Today I have received the 105 groupset I paid for last week and I have just ordered 12 rolls of bar tape.
Post by: GrahamG on 14 May, 2012, 04:01:05 pm
Post by: tiermat on 14 May, 2012, 04:02:14 pm
Post by: TimC on 14 May, 2012, 04:26:44 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 14 May, 2012, 09:40:55 pm
Nexus 8 speed rear hub came as an unassembled Meccano kit. All is not lost, there's a spare wheel in the shed . . .
Post by: mrkwr on 14 May, 2012, 10:39:14 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 14 May, 2012, 11:15:44 pm
Post by: Feanor on 15 May, 2012, 07:58:16 pm
Slightly nervous since I'll need to do the work tomorrow night, and that's a shifter re-indexing fettle alarmingly close to a 600k ride.
Post by: jimbhoy on 15 May, 2012, 08:01:26 pm
Post by: zigzag on 17 May, 2012, 10:18:54 pm
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 18 May, 2012, 12:13:52 pm
Swissstop Viking GHP pads.
Hopefully the braking will be better than the Shimano STX brakes they will replace.
Post by: madcow on 18 May, 2012, 03:32:45 pm
Highonbikes-Southport via e-bay. Used them before and had good value.
Post by: interzen on 18 May, 2012, 03:38:57 pm
not exactly cycling stuff, but convenient tool for reading cycling forums and sites - ipad3 (still can't decide if it's an improvement on ipad2; thicker and heavier, but with better screen)Hmm.
Would you do me a favour and download the Electric Bike Magazine app from the App Store (it's a freebie)?
I'd be interested to know what it looks like on an iPad 3.
Post by: fuzzy on 18 May, 2012, 03:53:44 pm
not exactly cycling stuff, but convenient tool for reading cycling forums and sites - ipad3 (still can't decide if it's an improvement on ipad2; thicker and heavier, but with better screen)
I don't know if it was an iPad but, on the news last night, there was footage of the potential new owner of Rangers leaving Hamden Park after talks with the Scottish FA. One of the journos trying to listen in to his comments was holding a folder with a tablet in it, thrust out towards the poor guy. It looks bad enough getting a face full of microphones and little hand held digital recorders when you are newsworthy, the prospect of a face full of iPads and their ilk must be hell :hand:
Post by: andygates on 18 May, 2012, 04:38:41 pm
Post by: TimO on 20 May, 2012, 11:50:42 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 20 May, 2012, 11:59:16 pm
Post by: smurphboy on 21 May, 2012, 11:11:37 am
Post by: Kim on 21 May, 2012, 05:14:29 pm
This is cycling stuff on the basis that I now won't have to spend a day wandering around Mordor's retail opportunities in search of boring clothes when it's blatantly go-for-a-bike-ride weather later this week.
Post by: Andrew Br on 23 May, 2012, 06:06:28 pm
At £41, surely the lock ring is made of platinum...........
For good measure (although it belongs in the "Fettled" thread, I dropped the handlebars down so that there is only a tiny spacer beneath the stem.
If I like it, the steerer will be chopped.
Post by: GrahamG on 23 May, 2012, 07:29:45 pm
Post by: Andrij on 25 May, 2012, 09:54:18 am
Post by: groucho on 25 May, 2012, 11:20:42 am
Post by: Mobbsy on 25 May, 2012, 02:07:08 pm
Post by: starkj73 on 25 May, 2012, 02:18:58 pm
A Macmillan cycling top, bit on the snug side, won't get another layer under it.
http://shop.macmillan.org.uk/cycling/info/cycling-jersey/mcs1231.html
Post by: Adrian on 26 May, 2012, 09:51:12 am
Shame about those two words cycle and surgery.
A Macmillan cycling top, bit on the snug side, won't get another layer under it.
http://shop.macmillan.org.uk/cycling/info/cycling-jersey/mcs1231.html
Post by: Ray 6701 on 28 May, 2012, 12:32:05 pm
Edit: anyone know why chainrings are so bloody expensive ???
Post by: tiermat on 28 May, 2012, 09:04:30 pm
Edit: anyone know why chainrings are so bloody expensive ???
Because they are.
Seriously, there seems to be a exponential scale of prices for chainrings, so 2200/2300 ones are for peanuts, Sora/Tiagra a little more expensive, 105 starts to hurt, Ultegra causes a sharp intake of breath and Dura-Ace you need to mortgage your house, sell the car and a kidney.
It is not unknown for it to be cheaper to snag a whole chainset on eBay than to buy replacement rings (hence why there seems to be a number of chainsets on there sans rings, which either don't sell or go for peanuts)
Post by: TimO on 28 May, 2012, 11:05:26 pm
Also 60 CO2 cartridges for inflating visitations after they've repaired. I bought a box of 30 a year or two back, and I'm now down to the last three. I think I've used five myself, and the rest on other peoples bikes!
Post by: Bledlow on 29 May, 2012, 10:41:07 am
Post by: interzen on 29 May, 2012, 10:44:00 am
Whilst the 'blind' TA bolts look very nice indeed, they can be a nightmare to remove and I had to use rather more force than usual to shift them. Needless to say, it didn't end well for the bolts. Whilst the Stronglight bolts I've ordered don't look quite as flash, at least they're a bit more functional (and easier to fit/remove) and a hell of a lot cheaper, too!
Post by: GrahamG on 29 May, 2012, 12:52:38 pm
Post by: andrewc on 30 May, 2012, 09:31:49 pm
Post by: Kim on 30 May, 2012, 09:35:48 pm
Post by: andrewc on 30 May, 2012, 09:48:20 pm
Are you anticipating some particularly awkward mechanical on those, then?
I may wish to hand a Bloody Big adjustable spanner to a trusted friend at some stage on the Exodus, and ask her to put me out of my misery.....
Post by: hatler on 30 May, 2012, 10:39:53 pm
And whilst I was at Cycleworx in Southfields collecting the fork I got chatting with the owner and he had a Mavic ceramic rim in the basement, identical to those I use and which Mavic long ago stopped producing. I snapped his arm off. Great result.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 03 June, 2012, 11:21:45 am
Post by: PaulF on 03 June, 2012, 11:27:14 am
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 03 June, 2012, 11:37:25 am
Post by: Bledlow on 04 June, 2012, 04:20:58 pm
I appear to have bought another Brooks. :facepalm:Oh dear. Isn't it annoying when that happens?
Post by: TimO on 04 June, 2012, 05:06:21 pm
Post by: De Sisti on 05 June, 2012, 06:30:14 pm
Post by: interzen on 05 June, 2012, 06:39:29 pm
Post by: Tewdric on 05 June, 2012, 06:45:42 pm
HK got some SPD sandles last week and she apologies for bringing on the rain...
I have just bought Pluck's, so share the shame.
Post by: Juan Martín on 05 June, 2012, 07:45:44 pm
Post by: Moose57 on 05 June, 2012, 07:58:12 pm
Post by: Feline on 06 June, 2012, 11:20:37 am
Post by: Feline on 06 June, 2012, 04:39:32 pm
Post by: loadsabikes on 06 June, 2012, 09:22:55 pm
Post by: De Sisti on 06 June, 2012, 09:31:19 pm
Post by: vorsprung on 07 June, 2012, 07:38:21 am
Post by: interzen on 07 June, 2012, 09:38:38 am
Last night's rim/gravel gouging incident was serious enough that I'm not happy about riding on the current wheel :(
Post by: GrahamG on 07 June, 2012, 11:16:06 am
Last night I impulse bought two sets of Michelin Optimum Tyres from VEX
I just got two sets from chain reaction after your tip. Plus some spd pedals so that I can start to replace the insanely annoying time atacs as they all develop un-curable play in the axle.
Post by: zigzag on 07 June, 2012, 02:25:50 pm
Last night I impulse bought two sets of Michelin Optimum Tyres from VEX
these look like a good set of tyres. i was thinking why different front/rear tyres are not offered across the wider range. my rear tyres typically last half the mileage of front ones. i wonder what puncture protection optimums have compared to say, krylions or pro4 endurance.
Post by: mcshroom on 07 June, 2012, 03:00:29 pm
Post by: BrianI on 07 June, 2012, 03:15:02 pm
A set of v-brake pads front & rear for the Dawes Horizon (top tip from LBS was to use v-brake cartridge pads in tektro oryx cantis for shudder free braking)
And a new pair of inner tubes for the horizon. Both from Ed. Bicycles.
Non bike related:
running shorts from chav direct, and some Alclad II lacquer paints in chrome, polished aluminum & polished stainless steel from Wonderland Models.
Post by: GrahamG on 07 June, 2012, 03:39:30 pm
Last night I impulse bought two sets of Michelin Optimum Tyres from VEX
these look like a good set of tyres. i was thinking why different front/rear tyres are not offered across the wider range. my rear tyres typically last half the mileage of front ones. i wonder what puncture protection optimums have compared to say, krylions or pro4 endurance.
I'm interested in them as potential krylion replacements as well.
I tried looking on the Michelin site and it's not terribly clear - the Pro4 endurance appear to be the default replacement for Krylions, but these are a similar descriptor with added 'comfort'. These are only available in 25c whereas the pro4 endurance are in a 23 too (and allegedly 15% grippier than krylions).
Post by: mcshroom on 07 June, 2012, 03:48:13 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 08 June, 2012, 07:59:49 pm
Carradice Zipped Roll!(courtesy of interzen)
Post by: Ham on 15 June, 2012, 09:20:44 am
'Twas STUFF scheduled for a major fettle this weekend, of a certain On-One Pompetamne..... :'(
Post by: Canardly on 15 June, 2012, 08:56:04 pm
Post by: Ashaman42 on 15 June, 2012, 09:07:09 pm
To be honest I expected an email saying it was a typo but the appear to be in the post so here's to getting less salt/slush/mud in the face on my sno bike now. :thumbsup:
Post by: Bledlow on 19 June, 2012, 01:12:56 pm
I'm hoping I don't have to change the chainring (which means crank as well) yet.
[edit]Ordered from Brilliant Bikes Tuesday lunchtime, delivered Wednesday morning! I'm impressed.
Post by: simonp on 20 June, 2012, 02:43:13 pm
Post by: welshwheels on 22 June, 2012, 09:06:57 am
Post by: interzen on 22 June, 2012, 09:08:39 am
new charge spoon saddle off charlie the bikemonger for the commute ss/fixed bike :thumbsup: hopefully will help my sore arse problem :-[Never mind that, what sticker did you get? :)
(which reminds me, I have to order some stuff from Charlie myself)
Post by: welshwheels on 22 June, 2012, 09:11:42 am
Post by: Juan Martín on 23 June, 2012, 07:06:50 pm
And a truing stand from Hilary Stone. What fun awaits!
Post by: interzen on 23 June, 2012, 07:10:03 pm
These are destined for the two Genesii on account of being yellow (an acceptable substitude if orange is not available ;) )
Post by: De Sisti on 23 June, 2012, 07:35:27 pm
Post by: Quint on 23 June, 2012, 08:17:59 pm
Post by: Dewi on 23 June, 2012, 10:24:55 pm
Post by: Quint on 23 June, 2012, 10:35:28 pm
Post by: madcow on 24 June, 2012, 09:59:45 pm
Post by: Gus on 24 June, 2012, 10:57:17 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 25 June, 2012, 06:18:19 pm
Post by: smurphboy on 25 June, 2012, 10:20:00 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 30 June, 2012, 08:25:22 pm
Time to try out my new jig.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 30 June, 2012, 09:15:13 pm
Post by: IanDG on 30 June, 2012, 10:32:17 pm
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7263/7474844250_249b98b2c6.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/7474844250/)
wiggle (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/7474844250/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Surprisingly everything was present and correct -
1 x Joe Blow Track Pump
1 x SIS electrolyte powder
1 x computer wheel magnet
1 x computer fixing kit
The small bits were in the bottom of the box and even the Haribos survived the trip :o
Post by: CrinklyLion on 01 July, 2012, 10:41:14 pm
The smallest available jersey and some teeny tiny mits while sheltering from torrential rain in Evans with CrinklyUncle and CrinklyAuntie earlier today. A congratulations present for the SmallestCub. Both in red to match his bike :D
Which he really really likes :D
(http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/557591_10150983675586839_1796821660_n.jpg) (http://a8.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/599945_10150983672101839_403426227_n.jpg)
Post by: Kim on 02 July, 2012, 12:38:30 am
:thumbsup:
Post by: PaulF on 02 July, 2012, 06:20:17 am
(http://www.stemcaptain.co.uk/media/com_hikashop/upload/black-white-thermo.jpg)
Post by: Si_Co on 03 July, 2012, 12:42:02 pm
http://www.dogcamsport.co.uk/dogcam-bullet-hd-camera-WIDE.html
Ticks all the boxes for me, cycling related digital gadget
Post by: tiermat on 03 July, 2012, 01:04:16 pm
Tempted by the Exustar SPD sandals @ SPA but resisted.
Another light to replace the one I lost, don't have a clue where it is (but it is guaranteed to turn up now)...
Post by: bloomers100 on 04 July, 2012, 05:36:24 pm
Pics in the gallery when its done natch.
Post by: Jurek on 05 July, 2012, 07:24:03 pm
Shorts, well.... 3/4's.
Two pairs of.
From That Company based in Lugano.
If my credit card had a solar plexus, it would feel winded.
Post by: Juan Martín on 05 July, 2012, 08:08:55 pm
Post by: De Sisti on 05 July, 2012, 08:12:35 pm
http://www.bikefit.com/p-13-4-pack-its-wedges-size-10-11.aspx (http://www.bikefit.com/p-13-4-pack-its-wedges-size-10-11.aspx)
Post by: zigzag on 05 July, 2012, 09:35:02 pm
Post by: Feline on 06 July, 2012, 12:14:43 am
Post by: Ham on 06 July, 2012, 08:02:06 am
Apparel.
Shorts, well.... 3/4's.
Two pairs of.
From That Company based in Lugano.
If my credit card had a solar plexus, it would feel winded.
Rubber wear, eh ? http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=24894 :demon:
Post by: Basil on 07 July, 2012, 07:30:29 am
Great lbs
Post by: IanDG on 07 July, 2012, 12:27:48 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8430/7519825318_5ab036e1b2.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/7519825318/)
P7075374 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/7519825318/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr
I've had an MTB shirt, Road jersey and Gillet
Post by: clarion on 07 July, 2012, 12:30:55 pm
Post by: Feline on 07 July, 2012, 02:35:04 pm
Post by: Panoramix on 07 July, 2012, 03:41:14 pm
I have ordered a custom click-stand http://www.click-stand.com/ to fit the tandem so we can prop it up next to our tent. None of the usual kick-stands available seemed very fit for purpose and risk damaging the chain stay whereas this one is being used effectively by many tandem owners. It will soon get some use in France :thumbsup:
When we go camping with the tandem I have a lighter and sturdier version of this which is 2 tent pegs and a bit of string!
Post by: mcshroom on 07 July, 2012, 11:06:24 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 10 July, 2012, 01:20:53 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 10 July, 2012, 06:18:06 pm
Post by: tiermat on 10 July, 2012, 06:20:21 pm
Eye-wateringly expensive (by my standards) despite the discount and the-bits-they-did-for-free brakes for Valencia. Who has now reached that sublime point in a bike's life, where the upgrades and extras cost noticeably more than the actual bike did when bought new.
Yes but you really really will not regret buying BB7s.
A link that will be useful in the coming months:
http://www.discobrakes.com/?s=0&t=0&c=2&p=702&
Post by: clarion on 10 July, 2012, 06:22:00 pm
Post by: Kim on 10 July, 2012, 06:26:28 pm
A link that will be useful in the coming months:
http://www.discobrakes.com/?s=0&t=0&c=2&p=702&
Ooh, bargainacious!
*orders some spares*
CL: you won't be disappointed by the BB7s. Easy to adjust and the rotors aren't made of tinfoil (that you might use for wrapping cheese).
Post by: tiermat on 10 July, 2012, 06:27:24 pm
A link that will be useful in the coming months:
http://www.discobrakes.com/?s=0&t=0&c=2&p=702&
Ooh, bargainacious!
*orders some spares*
They are good too, I can't take the credit for these, Ham put me on to them.
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 10 July, 2012, 07:47:47 pm
Post by: Ham on 11 July, 2012, 04:40:54 pm
Post by: Feline on 11 July, 2012, 05:06:38 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 11 July, 2012, 05:07:50 pm
Post by: tiermat on 11 July, 2012, 05:47:39 pm
Some wheels
Couldn't find some paint I wanted, but only checked one place, shall try elsewhere tomorrow.
Some shorter cranks for the Paul Donohue.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 11 July, 2012, 07:21:55 pm
Post by: Feanor on 11 July, 2012, 07:24:48 pm
Much niceness.
Post by: simonp on 11 July, 2012, 07:33:23 pm
The new hub will not be double sided as a result of the change, but given that I turn the wheel around about once a year, if that, then I'm not that bothered by this.
Post by: L CC on 11 July, 2012, 08:12:54 pm
Mr Smith's weight has nothing to do with it, he's on the front, it's all my massive mass. I'm pretending to myself that it's my excess power resulting in skids that's worn it, in a mere 3,900km. Actually Mr Smith's probably done 100km without me. Even so, 4,000km doesn't seem that much for M+.
Post by: jogler on 11 July, 2012, 08:13:34 pm
I got 5 pairs of cycling socks in the Planet X socks sale. 1 pair KOTM (to match my YACF yersey ofc) and 4 pairs in a black and pink feline theme (paw prints and cat eyes). I wore them under my SPD sandals much to Simons horror on Monday ;D
;D :thumbsup:
Post by: arvid on 11 July, 2012, 08:31:29 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 11 July, 2012, 11:03:32 pm
Post by: Feline on 11 July, 2012, 11:33:00 pm
I ordered a set of stoker bars from SJS whose basic carriage charge has gone up to £5.
The charge seems to vary depending on what you order. It's £2.50 for small items.
Post by: Wowbagger on 11 July, 2012, 11:45:34 pm
Post by: Feline on 11 July, 2012, 11:47:13 pm
I think a set of stoker bars is pretty small.
By small we are talking chain links and things that fit in a little jiffy bag I think!
Post by: Kim on 12 July, 2012, 12:51:51 am
I think a set of stoker bars is pretty small.
I expect the Royal Mail (or whoever) think differently.
For what it's worth, I ordered a set of stoker bars (and some bar tape) from them in August 2010, and they charged £5 for shipping. I don't think anything's changed.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 12 July, 2012, 08:42:50 am
Post by: Andrij on 12 July, 2012, 08:51:17 am
Post by: GothonaBrompton on 12 July, 2012, 08:57:55 am
Post by: tiermat on 12 July, 2012, 01:46:46 pm
(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy314/edward1948/freddie%20grubb%20frame/P1020583.jpg)
Plus a load of bits to make a full bike.
Now just have to work out how to get it from Cambs to North Yorks....
That is providing mike doesn't commender it first (it is the right size for him, at 23 1/2") :)
EDIT: Picture didn't come out, linky all wrong, fixed now
Post by: Andrij on 12 July, 2012, 01:57:17 pm
But I'm confused. I thought you did 'IT' for a living, not collecting/restoring/building bikes. ;)
Post by: tiermat on 12 July, 2012, 01:59:30 pm
Oooh, pretty!
But I'm confused. I thought you did 'IT' for a living, not collecting/restoring/building bikes. ;)
Correct, I do work in IT, and have done for >20 years.
Bikes are my hobby, currently threatening to take over my life :)
Post by: jogler on 12 July, 2012, 02:29:06 pm
Oooh, pretty!
But I'm confused. I thought you did 'IT' for a living, not collecting/restoring/building bikes. ;)
Correct, I do work in IT, and have done for >20 years.
Bikes are my hobby, currently threatening to take over my life :)
working from home helps ;)
Post by: clarion on 12 July, 2012, 02:30:30 pm
This:
(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy314/edward1948/freddie%20grubb%20frame/P1020583.jpg)
Very pretty.
Post by: BrianI on 13 July, 2012, 12:52:31 pm
A Decathlon 2011 Rockrider 5.3 MTB! :D
Looks a lot of fun for not much £££ (reduced to £269.99 in the shop)
Just digesting lunch, then will fettle mudguards on, and swap the spds from my ex lemond road bike onto the rockrider, then will pop out for a quick muddy blast! ;D
Post by: Kim on 13 July, 2012, 02:13:49 pm
A Decathlon 2011 Rockrider 5.3 MTB! :D
Looks a lot of fun for not much £££ (reduced to £269.99 in the shop)
Cor. Barakta would kill me...
Post by: BrianI on 13 July, 2012, 07:35:05 pm
A Decathlon 2011 Rockrider 5.3 MTB! :D
Looks a lot of fun for not much £££ (reduced to £269.99 in the shop)
Cor. Barakta would kill me...
Even better, on the till receipt I was charged £249.99 for the bike! :D
Eventually fettled the bike enough to get a muddy ride around Fordell:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v298/BrianInnes/bik%20piks/RockRider5_3_Fordell1.jpg)
:thumbsup:
Post by: Kim on 13 July, 2012, 07:41:48 pm
So I went ahead and installed cleats, and they passed the 5-minutes-on-the-turbo test. :thumbsup:
Post by: Auntie Helen on 13 July, 2012, 08:00:17 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 14 July, 2012, 06:57:45 pm
This:
(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy314/edward1948/freddie%20grubb%20frame/P1020583.jpg)
Oh that's nice! When I was a lad, a pal of mine had a Freddie Grubb; I was always envious and I have fancied having one ever since.
Post by: Juan Martín on 14 July, 2012, 07:01:01 pm
Post by: ianrauk on 14 July, 2012, 08:16:10 pm
A pair of Vittoria Rubinos from Wiggle for the project bike which is approaching road worthiness; and a headset spanner (it's a bleedin' spanner not a wrench) from random Ebay outfit.
Also bought a pair of Vittoria Rubinos (blue/black) for my Spesh today.
Also, a pair of Schwalbe Duranos Plus London's and a new chain for the commute bike.
Oh yes, a spray can of Grangers waterproofer, a pair of mitts and a couple of packs of Park Tools patches.
Post by: Feline on 14 July, 2012, 09:01:36 pm
Exustar sandals, which had vanished into some sort of Royal Mail black hole for a while after I returned the Shimano ones that didn't fit barakta to SJS. As recommended by Feline of this parish, they appear to fit her quite well, with the rear strap securing them properly at the ankle, and all the knobbly bits out of the way of her knobbly bits. They even seem to have a bit of arch support, which is a bonus.
So I went ahead and installed cleats, and they passed the 5-minutes-on-the-turbo test. :thumbsup:
:thumbsup:
I'm glad their fit her nicely! Mine are getting epic amounts of use just now since I only wear sandals in the summer when it's raining (with socks haha). They seem to be up to fast riding too, I've been dropping lots of people I was trying to tow wearing them :o
Post by: Canardly on 14 July, 2012, 09:10:01 pm
Post by: Bledlow on 14 July, 2012, 10:15:23 pm
*A Chinese lumen is a measure of light output, smaller than a lumen by a variable amount which is probably between 0.25 & 0.5 lumens, making a Chinese lumen about 0.5 to 0.75 lumens.
Post by: fuzzy on 16 July, 2012, 11:23:50 am
Post by: billplumtree on 16 July, 2012, 01:29:30 pm
SRAM 9 speed Powerlink
If you bought one of those every week, you could build a complete chain out of them after a couple of years.
Post by: fuzzy on 16 July, 2012, 01:44:04 pm
Post by: Kim on 16 July, 2012, 02:23:42 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 16 July, 2012, 05:53:00 pm
Post by: tiermat on 17 July, 2012, 09:26:16 am
A set of cheap and cheerful Smart lights :)
On-One by any chance?
I just happen to have bought some Ti loveliness this morning, the price was too good to pass up on....
Post by: L CC on 17 July, 2012, 10:05:41 am
We seem to be very hard on them? How can you give abuse to a bidon?
Post by: CrinklyLion on 17 July, 2012, 11:01:07 am
A set of cheap and cheerful Smart lights :)
On-One by any chance?
Nah - that would imply some degree of organisation in my life. And it was _quite_ important to have them by today, so I nipped down the corner shop.
Quote
I just happen to have bought some Ti loveliness this morning, the price was too good to pass up on....
Dare I ask what?
Post by: tiermat on 18 July, 2012, 09:07:25 am
A set of cheap and cheerful Smart lights :)
On-One by any chance?
Nah - that would imply some degree of organisation in my life. And it was _quite_ important to have them by today, so I nipped down the corner shop.QuoteI just happen to have bought some Ti loveliness this morning, the price was too good to pass up on....
Dare I ask what?
Wait and see :) It's not one that you (or anyone else) would expect, and may turn out to be a complete POS.
As I say the price was just a bit too good to pass up on, which is why I add the disclaimer :) If the frame turns out to be scrap I will at least have the components and the wheels to sell to make my money back.
Post by: PaulF on 18 July, 2012, 09:24:26 am
Bottles.
We seem to be very hard on them? How can you give abuse to a bidon?
I have no idea. But I'm sure Hummers will be along shortly to educate us :)
Post by: Jurek on 18 July, 2012, 03:48:35 pm
Post by: clarion on 18 July, 2012, 03:51:00 pm
Post by: Polar Bear on 18 July, 2012, 04:01:44 pm
SRAM 9 speed Powerlink
If you bought one of those every week, you could build a complete chain out of them after a couple of years.
<pedant alert>
Nah. You only get outer links, not the narrower inner links. Sorry. :-[ ;)
</pedant alert>
Post by: fuzzy on 18 July, 2012, 04:09:44 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8166/7597375822_43304fb3a5_b.jpg)
I was about to ask what system the red bit on the bottom of the right shoe was the cleat for until I realised it was the Sidi equivalant of a stilleto heel :facepalm:
Post by: mcshroom on 19 July, 2012, 12:00:06 pm
er and then an Ixon IQ to go with it :facepalm:
Post by: Torslanda on 20 July, 2012, 12:13:11 am
I just happen to have bought some Ti loveliness this morning, the price was too good to pass up on....
Are you trying to catch up with me? ;D
Post by: snail on 20 July, 2012, 04:04:12 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 20 July, 2012, 04:08:18 pm
A helmet that doesn't make me look like a big blue mushroom! Hooray!
What colour mushroom does the new one make you look like? ;D
Post by: snail on 20 July, 2012, 04:11:27 pm
A helmet that doesn't make me look like a big blue mushroom! Hooray!
What colour mushroom does the new one make you look like? ;D
It's black and less bulbous. Still mushroomy but less so. I actually tried a load on and went for fit and comfort rather than just price this time.
Post by: Bledlow on 21 July, 2012, 02:58:33 pm
Popped round to LBS, held out wheel, & said "Have you got the chain that goes in here?". They threw in fitting the circlip to hold the new sprockets, which I'd been struggling to put on.
Post by: Dibdib on 21 July, 2012, 04:23:46 pm
Post by: Mrs Pingu on 21 July, 2012, 05:20:54 pm
Laughed.
Then bought 3 rolls of bar tape, some gear cable and 4 sets of brake blocks, which came to considerably less!
Post by: Andrij on 21 July, 2012, 07:13:13 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 21 July, 2012, 07:44:03 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 22 July, 2012, 01:02:06 am
. . . and a little something off the *bay for the eldest as a reward for a positive school report.
Watch this space for Master W Torslanda's first drop barred bike - or if it's crap, pictures of another bike for sale back on the bay.
Post by: TimO on 22 July, 2012, 05:08:55 pm
Currently an Exposure Race is £180 from Wiggle. The same from Evans is £168.74, and they've also got a 10% off-stuff code celebrating the Tour de France at the moment, which drops the price down to £151.87, which is hard to beat anywhere!
(The full price is £225, so that's £75 off, not that anyone charges the full price ...).
I got a Redeye, Joystick, Diffuser Cover, and Smart Boost Cable as well. The Diffuser Cover is a bit of an experiment on things like group rides, to see if it'll make the Redeye a bit less blinding to anyone following. Likewise the Smart Boost Cable is an experiment to see how well it'll power other stuff, and how much it impacts the light's battery lifetime. The Diffusers Cover was £2-70 and the Smart Boost Cable £5, so not a great cost risk.
Post by: PaulF on 22 July, 2012, 05:39:50 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 22 July, 2012, 08:09:18 pm
Post by: zigzag on 23 July, 2012, 02:43:56 pm
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-gjTvB3zfook/UA1UShUOXTI/AAAAAAAACSQ/A0cQsXGnH3U/s320/Image240_s.jpg)
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 23 July, 2012, 03:14:26 pm
Just one of those irresistible impulse buys, huh?
Post by: tiermat on 23 July, 2012, 03:28:11 pm
Post by: zigzag on 23 July, 2012, 03:35:04 pm
Post by: madcow on 28 July, 2012, 12:56:23 am
Picked them up from Spa's new shop. Still a bit disorganised but getting there.
Post by: Quint on 28 July, 2012, 01:18:01 am
Post by: Juan Martín on 28 July, 2012, 08:55:19 pm
Don't tell the Chief!
Post by: RJ on 28 July, 2012, 09:05:10 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 30 July, 2012, 06:05:57 pm
Post by: PaulF on 30 July, 2012, 06:14:53 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 31 July, 2012, 01:34:11 pm
Post by: marcusjb on 31 July, 2012, 05:35:27 pm
In preparation for a tour in the Picos De Europa in a couple of weeks, the tandem is being shown some love and will have the following arriving in the next couple of days:
New tyres - Marathon Dureme Tandem
New drive AND timing chains
A proper frame pump
Cass wants to try powergrips on the rear pedals (rather than M-234 SPD pedals) - I'm also intrigued to try them possibly up front on the tandem and also on the fixed
Post by: Feline on 31 July, 2012, 05:40:42 pm
Cass wants to try powergrips on the rear pedals (rather than M-234 SPD pedals) - I'm also intrigued to try them possibly up front on the tandem and also on the fixed
My son has powergrips on his fixie because he doesn't 'do' cycling shoes. He seems to get on very well with them. Personally I think I would be more likely to have a 'clipless moment' with them than SPDs, but the advantage of being able to wear normal shoes makes them a good option!
Post by: Kim on 31 July, 2012, 05:46:43 pm
Post by: Feline on 31 July, 2012, 06:08:24 pm
Powergrips release the same way as SPDs, so I don't think there's an increased risk of clipless moment. They are a fair bit trickier to get into, though. I stopped using them because I found that fine adjustment of cleat angle made for happier knees, but they'd be my foot-retention device of choice if I had a dedicated winter bike or needed to commute in non-cycling footwear.
I like to be able to yank my cleat out in an emergency (multi-release cleats not the black ones), and if you pull your foot upwards or sideways in the powergrips they don't let you go. This is clearly an advantage when you want to honk with power on the up as well as the down on fixed, but in my case sooner or later I would probably eat tarmac ;D
Post by: Kim on 31 July, 2012, 06:10:34 pm
Post by: Ashaman42 on 31 July, 2012, 11:15:34 pm
Should save faffing in my pannier bag on Audaxes at smaller controls whilst still keeping the card dry.
Post by: BrianI on 01 August, 2012, 07:44:03 am
A pair of Vittoria Rubino Pro 3 folding tyres, 700x28, and a Tacx T3175 Exact Wheeljig :)
Post by: tiermat on 01 August, 2012, 01:36:12 pm
Last night the awesome Torslanda delivered my mystery tandem frame (turns out, through detective work, to be a Sun Wasp ladyback). He also brought me a Nexus8 hub for same.
Today I have been to the LBS with the front wheel off the Inbred, to get a new rim on it, and the Nexus hub from Tors.
I also ordered a front wheel, with dyno hub, for same, at the same time.
Post by: Si_Co on 01 August, 2012, 02:02:37 pm
Post by: jogler on 01 August, 2012, 04:39:17 pm
Another Endura FS260 windproof, the last one has seen 4 years service and will still be used for commuting. New one is in high vis black.
proof that colour blindness is predominately hereditary in the male gene ;)
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 02 August, 2012, 08:23:04 pm
Some chainring bolts and a big spanner.
Arrived today. 32mm spanners are BIG! :o
Post by: Quint on 02 August, 2012, 09:12:42 pm
Another Endura FS260 windproof, the last one has seen 4 years service and will still be used for commuting. New one is in high vis black.
proof that colour blindness is predominately hereditary in the male gene ;)
Not at all, I can spot a redhead miles away
;D
Post by: Kim on 07 August, 2012, 05:19:22 pm
Post by: fuzzy on 07 August, 2012, 08:22:17 pm
Post by: GrahamG on 08 August, 2012, 04:02:11 pm
Post by: Ham on 08 August, 2012, 04:21:15 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 09 August, 2012, 08:48:03 pm
Post by: jogler on 09 August, 2012, 09:11:07 pm
do you know it?
Post by: Andrew Br on 10 August, 2012, 06:07:01 pm
I'm not sure what they're made of but platinum would probably have been cheaper.
And now I've found that my chain tool won't pop out the rivet from the spare links from the chain so I'm either doing it wrong or I'll have to get another one.
The original Campag chain on this bike lasted 3300+ miles while the two subsequent KMC chains only lasted ~1500 miles each.
That's why I decided to try Campag again.
It seemed a good idea at the time...................
Post by: Canardly on 10 August, 2012, 08:56:00 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 11 August, 2012, 02:41:19 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 11 August, 2012, 08:48:46 pm
Furthermore...and spookily...I was at a boot fair this afternoon at Northiam and spotted a bike maintenance frame, one where the forks sans wheel are clamped in ond the BB sits on a cradle - it looks a bit like a low-rider ironing board. It was £4.00, it's bright green. I paid £3.00, it's fate.
Post by: Canardly on 12 August, 2012, 09:03:01 am
Post by: zigzag on 14 August, 2012, 12:40:07 pm
(http://www.xcracer.com/productimages/1556.jpg)
Post by: smurphboy on 14 August, 2012, 04:51:53 pm
Post by: jogler on 14 August, 2012, 05:53:41 pm
The one I'm replacing is literally falling apart at the seams & doesn't show the course of the current A50 which was completed >26 years ago.
Post by: Kim on 14 August, 2012, 06:10:25 pm
Post by: CAMRAMan on 14 August, 2012, 06:16:38 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 16 August, 2012, 08:21:48 am
Post by: Feline on 16 August, 2012, 06:56:44 pm
Post by: numbnuts on 17 August, 2012, 04:27:09 pm
Post by: PaulF on 17 August, 2012, 06:47:21 pm
Post by: Dibdib on 17 August, 2012, 06:49:54 pm
Might pedal as far as LookMumNewHat in the morning while I'm in Lahndahn to peruse their offerings, if I can stay awake long enough.
Any other suggestions?
Post by: Adrian on 19 August, 2012, 05:07:24 pm
Went to LBS to look for a cycling cap, 'cause I don't fancy wearing my magic hat on tonight's ride. Failed miserably.
Might pedal as far as LookMumNewHat in the morning while I'm in Lahndahn to peruse their offerings, if I can stay awake long enough.
Any other suggestions?
Urban Hunter (http://www.urbanhunter.biz/acatalog/caps_hats_headwear.html)
Swrve (http://www.swrve.co.uk/caps.html)
Post by: Dibdib on 19 August, 2012, 05:32:42 pm
Went to LBS to look for a cycling cap, 'cause I don't fancy wearing my magic hat on tonight's ride. Failed miserably.
Might pedal as far as LookMumNewHat in the morning while I'm in Lahndahn to peruse their offerings, if I can stay awake long enough.
Any other suggestions?
Urban Hunter (http://www.urbanhunter.biz/acatalog/caps_hats_headwear.html)
Swrve (http://www.swrve.co.uk/caps.html)
Cheers, some of the Swrve ones look nice. Shame their credit card payment pages aren't secured! :facepalm:
Post by: Juan Martín on 19 August, 2012, 07:16:33 pm
Later, looking through a box of old tools, a pair of wheel axle wing nuts that fit the rear wheel of my Viscount - well one of them does, the other fouls the derailleur, 50p - so I had to have them. So a morning out for £6.50 including ice cream - can't be bad!
I have just googled MKS dustcaps and consequently ordered a couple of replacements from Wiggle. I have in mind to cut them down like Sylvan track pedals - I like converted bits and bobs on my bikes. Now I need to think about sorting out a clamp bolt for the stem.
Post by: interzen on 20 August, 2012, 11:19:31 am
1 - can float small dogs, apparently. Who am I to argue?
Post by: vorsprung on 20 August, 2012, 11:25:05 am
under bar tape gel pads - I can tell the difference with out it...must be getting soft
Stem - to replace the adjustable one now I figured out what is required
Post by: Karla on 21 August, 2012, 04:04:30 pm
After Saturday's tragedy (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=229.msg1295457#msg1295457) and the one before it (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=229.msg1248369;topicseen#msg1248369), I'm feeling a bit nervous, so I've decided to try running a daytime rear light on dragstrip courses. This is similar to an Exposure Flare, but handily charges from a built-in USB port.
Post by: tiermat on 21 August, 2012, 04:14:50 pm
10 3/32" chains (I only need 3, maybe 4, but will keep the rest as spares)
2 sets of riser bars
Now need to go back to the LBS with my Shimano parts list.
Oh and go and see my brother about getting a frame repainted....
Post by: tiermat on 21 August, 2012, 05:06:35 pm
Post by: clarion on 21 August, 2012, 07:09:02 pm
Post by: tiermat on 21 August, 2012, 08:24:55 pm
How little? Are we talking Superstar little?
19" CtT seat tube small....
The boss has an 18" Paul Donohue waiting in the garage for her, along with 650 wheels, for when she gains a few more inches in height....
Post by: clarion on 21 August, 2012, 09:04:03 pm
Post by: Canardly on 21 August, 2012, 09:15:20 pm
Post by: Ashaman42 on 21 August, 2012, 09:40:16 pm
Of course I'm buying it as my current saddle isn't comfortable for longer rides so maybe I'd want a wider one.
Ah well, should be here soon, realised afterwards I should have got some proofide too as now I'll need another delivery charge when I do buy some :facepalm:
Post by: Feline on 21 August, 2012, 09:41:45 pm
Ordered a Spa brooks-a-like saddle yesterday. Not really sure what size I want but as all three are wider than my current one I went for the smallest and will see how I get on.
Of course I'm buying it as my current saddle isn't comfortable for longer rides so maybe I'd want a wider one.
Ah well, should be here soon, realised afterwards I should have got some proofide too as now I'll need another delivery charge when I do buy some :facepalm:
Free delivery: http://www.wiggle.co.uk/brooks-saddles-proofide-40g-tub/
Post by: Canardly on 21 August, 2012, 09:46:15 pm
Post by: Feline on 21 August, 2012, 09:54:07 pm
£9 strewth :o
£7.91 with max discount or CTC membership.
Post by: Canardly on 21 August, 2012, 09:56:53 pm
Post by: RJ on 21 August, 2012, 10:06:59 pm
Just about everything else (chain; cassette; chainrings, and - err- front rim) is worn out too - so I've ordered some bits from Spa Cycles, including a dynohub wheel to power the Christmas IQ Fly.
3500 miles of fairly robust urban commuting; I just didn't quite expect it all at once ::-)
Post by: Canardly on 21 August, 2012, 10:13:07 pm
Post by: Ashaman42 on 21 August, 2012, 10:17:37 pm
Ordered a Spa brooks-a-like saddle yesterday. Not really sure what size I want but as all three are wider than my current one I went for the smallest and will see how I get on.
Of course I'm buying it as my current saddle isn't comfortable for longer rides so maybe I'd want a wider one.
Ah well, should be here soon, realised afterwards I should have got some proofide too as now I'll need another delivery charge when I do buy some :facepalm:
Free delivery: http://www.wiggle.co.uk/brooks-saddles-proofide-40g-tub/
Saw that, only got a gold discount but I know a chap at work that wants some new shorts. He's not ordered from Wiggle before so going to try and get a refer a friend voucher off of him :D
Actually he mentioned the shorts a while ago but the refer a friend thingamie was down for a while. Seems to be back up now.
Post by: jogler on 22 August, 2012, 07:01:32 am
£9 strewth :o
My small tin of proofhide has served 5 Brooks saddles for 6 years.
Post by: tiermat on 22 August, 2012, 08:15:18 am
£9 strewth :o
Try this instead:
http://www.vetmedsdirect.co.uk/ko-cho-line-leather-dressing-225g/
£4.84 for a much bigger tin, does the same thing, just without the Brooks name on it.
Post by: GrahamG on 22 August, 2012, 11:42:23 am
Sram X7 front mech for suzi's new mtb 2x10 crankset on her do-it-all bike (CRC sale for £22)
Specialized Henge saddle £17
Castelli jersey (one of the posh £100 odd new ones) £20
Hope headset (fingers crossed, TBC) £30
Kona p2 fork (v-brake) as new £25
Goldtec 36h double fixed hub £55
Post by: Feline on 22 August, 2012, 11:25:02 pm
I now have a 2nd pair of Rapha shorts and a hat that matches my Bristol CTC and Audax England jerseys.
I also have a present for simonp, but he needs to be here to get it!
Post by: GrahamG on 23 August, 2012, 10:02:45 am
My Rapha sale parcel arrived :D
I now have a 2nd pair of Rapha shorts and a hat that matches my Bristol CTC and Audax England jerseys.
I also have a present for simonp, but he needs to be here to get it!
I was gutted they didn't have the women's waterproof jackets on sale - Suzi's birthday next week and I know she'd like something a bit less 'geeky' than her bright yellow one.
Still, back on topic, I have just bought her some SRAM apex shifter and rear rear mech so her (less well used, summer) road bike and every-day bike will have matching gear systems to avoid confusion - also the sram levers are probably the best design to improve leverage on brakes from the hoods, so ideal for laydeeez
Post by: Kim on 23 August, 2012, 01:45:19 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 23 August, 2012, 01:46:59 pm
Bright yellow isn't geeky, it's dorky. Black Altura Night Vision is geeky. :D
Right, so with one coat I'm dorky and the other I'm geeky. What about grass-green coloured coats?
Post by: Kim on 23 August, 2012, 02:01:12 pm
Post by: andrewc on 23 August, 2012, 02:56:02 pm
Post by: PaulR on 23 August, 2012, 03:18:00 pm
Some cheap mitts from evans (louis garneau branding, no idea if they are any good, but they fit and my old mitts are either lost or falling apart)
May get a second hand bagaboo bag after work if I can escape in time to intercept the rapha peloton in Brewer Street
We live in exciting times (and I now have no money)
Post by: tiermat on 23 August, 2012, 04:01:01 pm
1 is a Dave Yates, in my size, that is stuck at it's start price, with 2 days to go.
1 is a Paul Donohue, again in my size, but a bloody horrible colour, that is at £184 with nearly 4 days to go.....
GAH, someone block eBay from my computer, please :)
On the up side, the ickle purple bike arrived today, a day early....
Post by: BrianI on 23 August, 2012, 04:32:03 pm
A pair of Rockrider branded full finger MTB gloves with knuckle protection
A B'Twin branded mtb style lid.
A pair of B'Twin branded neoprene over shoes which fit my clown sized cycling shoes (size 48)
A pair of Rockrider branded baggy shorts with removable liner.
:thumbsup:
Post by: interzen on 24 August, 2012, 11:21:22 am
Fat-bike mud protection, for the use of ... it looks like the Crudcatcher's bigger, fatter brother. There's a rear version available too, but I'm still not sure if I can fit it so that it doesn't mess with Pugsley's rear rack.
Post by: Dibdib on 24 August, 2012, 04:27:13 pm
Post by: Aidan on 24 August, 2012, 04:56:05 pm
Post by: Quint on 24 August, 2012, 06:07:55 pm
Post by: Dibdib on 25 August, 2012, 02:59:41 pm
It's a Raleigh Criterium Triathlon 12 - 501 steel frame, and a mixture of Sachs Rival and Shimano 105 components. My guess from a bit of googling is mid 80s, but as it might be older than I am I really have no idea!
Could do with a few bits and bobs - from a quick eye over I reckon new tires, brake blocks, a decent saddle (this says "Turbo" on it, which is reason enough to bin it IMO) and I doubt the rather old rims will cope with my weight for too long - but the frame looks pretty solid and I've fancied a project bike for a while :thumbsup:
Post by: interzen on 25 August, 2012, 03:59:49 pm
a decent saddle (this says "Turbo" on it, which is reason enough to bin it IMO)If it's a Selle Italia Turbo then it's probably worth hanging onto unless its completely junked.
Post by: Dibdib on 25 August, 2012, 04:07:16 pm
a decent saddle (this says "Turbo" on it, which is reason enough to bin it IMO)If it's a Selle Italia Turbo then it's probably worth hanging onto unless its completely junked.
I think it might be, actually. It's definitely seen better days but I'm not sure I'd describe it as completely junked...
Post by: rogerzilla on 25 August, 2012, 04:18:00 pm
Went for a mooch in the Salvation Army bike recycling shop in town earlier, and have came home with a bike!very early 1990s from the description, and the Turbo was an OK saddle. The rims are fine if they're not noticeably concave (the rear one is likely to be worst) and not splayed or dented. Cables and chain are the first things to change.
It's a Raleigh Criterium Triathlon 12 - 501 steel frame, and a mixture of Sachs Rival and Shimano 105 components. My guess from a bit of googling is mid 80s, but as it might be older than I am I really have no idea!
Could do with a few bits and bobs - from a quick eye over I reckon new tires, brake blocks, a decent saddle (this says "Turbo" on it, which is reason enough to bin it IMO) and I doubt the rather old rims will cope with my weight for too long - but the frame looks pretty solid and I've fancied a project bike for a while :thumbsup:
Post by: Juan Martín on 26 August, 2012, 07:24:22 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 27 August, 2012, 09:39:42 am
Slightly annoyed, though, to see that the picture on the front of the tights packet showed a purple longsleeved jersey, which was nowhere to be seen: bad Lidl teasing me with visions of non-existent goodies!
Post by: welshwheels on 27 August, 2012, 02:25:19 pm
Post by: interzen on 27 August, 2012, 03:40:46 pm
Also considering a pair of these: http://gearpatrol.com/2012/08/23/45nrth-wolvhammer-cycling-boots/ - the price in the article is not a misprint. Shit just Got Real.
1 - unless said clothing is made by Endura, whose sizing changes with depressing regularity. Where their stuff is concerned I seem to be trapped in limbo between XXL (slightly too big) and XL (slightly too small)
Post by: Juan Martín on 27 August, 2012, 06:28:46 pm
Post by: interzen on 27 August, 2012, 07:09:58 pm
(almond leg warmers? queried my other half)Clearly she thought you were going nuts.
IGMC ...
Post by: Kim on 28 August, 2012, 07:47:22 pm
Amongst non-cycling things, I bought a recumbent seat rain cover (AKA an 80litre rucksack cover) for the baraktacycle, and some puncture supplies.
Post by: L CC on 28 August, 2012, 08:06:24 pm
Bug, caught.
Post by: Dibdib on 29 August, 2012, 11:07:39 am
Lovverly.
Post by: tiermat on 29 August, 2012, 11:09:22 am
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/280922881294?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
Post by: interzen on 29 August, 2012, 11:15:09 am
Post by: GrahamG on 29 August, 2012, 12:01:26 pm
Post by: interzen on 29 August, 2012, 12:12:40 pm
Carbon + Surly... does not compute! As a proud Surly owner, I thought they didn't make anything worth even attempting a lightweight/bling build ;)The Pugsley currently weighs 29lbs unladen, which isn't bad going considering the presence of a hub gear and comically large tyres although the scope for further weight reduction is somewhat limited (and kind-of pointless on a fat bike anyway). That said, I did remove the Salsa 'Anything' cages and the front rack for when I go up to Dalby Forest. With these on it's just under 31lbs
The 1x1 is being prepared for a couple of fairly hardcore rides so I'm trimming weight here and there without going utterly bonkers. It probably helps that I'm about a stone and a half lighter than I was 6 months ago too.
Post by: Chris S on 29 August, 2012, 09:04:49 pm
Post by: Quint on 29 August, 2012, 09:11:02 pm
Post by: Dibdib on 29 August, 2012, 09:18:25 pm
Post by: Ray 6701 on 31 August, 2012, 12:57:31 pm
Post by: interzen on 31 August, 2012, 01:15:31 pm
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 31 August, 2012, 01:20:07 pm
delivered to work.
No way to get them home.
Tempted to try fitting them at work, but fitting mudguards is never easy or clean!
Bugger, that means they'll sit at work until I can get them home next week.
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 31 August, 2012, 01:33:34 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 31 August, 2012, 08:20:37 pm
Post by: interzen on 04 September, 2012, 10:45:37 am
I was just browsing their website and my finger slipped. Repeatedly.
Honest :)
Post by: Juan Martín on 04 September, 2012, 08:47:30 pm
Post by: Marco Stefano on 04 September, 2012, 09:10:52 pm
- a pair of huge rubber-lined (mmmm!) P-clips for attaching mudguards to Marzocchis
- a set of 'security' skewers
- a Kryptonite chain lock (which I am hoping will lock around the frankly enormous Tortec rack so she doesn't have to carry the thing when not in use).
Just need to get a new trailer hitch for the old Chariot from Carry Freedom, and she will soon be on the 'I carried this on my bike' thread. :thumbsup:
Post by: Ham on 05 September, 2012, 12:58:02 pm
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-g6XG7n5cOzc/UEc9wpma2RI/AAAAAAAAjpc/7ZGLDUtGavA/s640/20120905_125151.jpg)
Now to convince myself to carry on working this afternoon instead of fitting them.
Anyone try that Cinelle Volee bar tape? thoughts? I'm actually not convinced (it's very soft and grippy)
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 05 September, 2012, 01:27:42 pm
Mudguards
delivered to work.
No way to get them home.
Tempted to try fitting them at work, but fitting mudguards is never easy or clean!
Bugger, that means they'll sit at work until I can get them home next week.
I had a frame delivered to work once. Getting it home was interesting (brought trailer in the following day, found box didn't fit in trailer, cue lots of cutting up of box and securing frame with bungees).
Today I've taken delivery of a new rear mech, which is rather easier to transport.
Post by: Juan Martín on 06 September, 2012, 08:18:49 pm
Post by: Chris S on 06 September, 2012, 10:33:08 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 06 September, 2012, 11:35:14 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 07 September, 2012, 12:01:46 am
http://www.edinburghbicycle.com/products/revolution-tune-up-workstand
Post by: Wendy on 09 September, 2012, 09:55:06 pm
Post by: interzen on 10 September, 2012, 10:25:03 am
Post by: De Sisti on 10 September, 2012, 10:29:57 am
Hoods for ergo levers http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=58098 (http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=58098)
Post by: Canardly on 10 September, 2012, 09:02:52 pm
Post by: Kim on 10 September, 2012, 09:55:53 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 11 September, 2012, 01:47:12 pm
Post by: Chris S on 11 September, 2012, 03:19:05 pm
CS, what is happening about building that dynohub into a wheel?
Ready when you are :thumbsup:.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8320/7976397384_b076619fbc.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/40735552@N05/7976397384/)
Hubba Hubba (http://www.flickr.com/photos/40735552@N05/7976397384/) by Pelotonhound (http://www.flickr.com/people/40735552@N05/), on Flickr
Post by: clarion on 11 September, 2012, 03:26:24 pm
Post by: tiermat on 12 September, 2012, 10:05:20 am
2 bike lights (front, for the use of)
A set of vernier calipers to replace the ones that never arrived and the ebay seller is steadfastly refusing to answer emails from me or ebay (case opened, I paid on 9/8, he claims he sent it on 20/8 and promptly went on holiday, he returned on 4/9, still refused to reply to emails spanner2hammer.co.uk (ebay name))
Yesterday
A pair of Monte Grappa leather saddles (they were cheap and I liked the look of them) and a cotton cap.
Post by: Juan Martín on 12 September, 2012, 02:00:40 pm
Post by: L CC on 13 September, 2012, 12:08:00 pm
All the wheels chez boab look perkier.
Post by: robgul on 13 September, 2012, 05:28:26 pm
(Anyone know the narrowest 406 tyres you can get? - the balloons on it aren't to my liking .. I've yet to search the usual suspects but I thought I'd ask)
Rob
Post by: AndyK on 13 September, 2012, 05:31:27 pm
A new (to me) 2 year old Dawes badged Dahon 20" wheel folder - as new condition, very good price - complete with bag etc.
(Anyone know the narrowest 406 tyres you can get? - the balloons on it aren't to my liking .. I've yet to search the usual suspects but I thought I'd ask)
Rob
I have Schwalbe Stelvios 28-406 on my Moulton, they are an excellent tyre, unfortunately these are no longer made but have been replaced by the Schwalbe Durano (http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B001S7EF0K/ref=asc_df_B001S7EF0K9654003?smid=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&tag=googlecouk06-21&linkCode=asn&creative=22206&creativeASIN=B001S7EF0K) in the same size. I cannot comment on the Duranos as I haven't tried them yet.
Post by: RJ on 13 September, 2012, 05:31:52 pm
Post by: robgul on 13 September, 2012, 05:36:22 pm
A new (to me) 2 year old Dawes badged Dahon 20" wheel folder - as new condition, very good price - complete with bag etc.
(Anyone know the narrowest 406 tyres you can get? - the balloons on it aren't to my liking .. I've yet to search the usual suspects but I thought I'd ask)
Rob
I have Schwalbe Stelvios 28-406 on my Moulton, they are an excellent tyre, unfortunately these are no longer made but have been replaced by the Schwalbe Durano in the same size. I cannot comment on the Duranos as I haven't tried them yet.
That was quick .... I also need to measure the ID of the rim as too narrow tyres may be an issue. Thanks for the tip off
Rob
Post by: interzen on 13 September, 2012, 08:44:35 pm
From Brisbane to York in less than three days, yet.
Now going outside to take some pics now that it's properly dark ... mwahahaha!
Post by: eck on 13 September, 2012, 08:51:57 pm
They were actually 'bought' a couple of days ago, but my ass-kicking Ay-Up lights turned up today ;D:thumbsup:
From Brisbane to York in less than three days, yet.
Now going outside to take some pics now that it's properly dark ... mwahahaha!
Mine came just as quickly last winter. I emailed them to say I was amazed it took so little time to come from Oz. They said they could get them to their UK customers direct from Brisbane faster than when they had a UK distributor.
They are, ahem, brilliant lights. (Thanks to David Martin for lending me his a couple of years ago. That's what convinced me to get Ay-Ups.)
Post by: interzen on 13 September, 2012, 09:37:34 pm
I did wonder about that - I seem to remember them having a UK distributor based in Leicester (I think) but when I was browsing the site earlier in the week I could find no mention of it. Even better was the free shipping and, as I found out when I rang DHL this morning to check, no import duty either. Double win :thumbsup:They were actually 'bought' a couple of days ago, but my ass-kicking Ay-Up lights turned up today ;D:thumbsup:
From Brisbane to York in less than three days, yet.
Now going outside to take some pics now that it's properly dark ... mwahahaha!
Mine came just as quickly last winter. I emailed them to say I was amazed it took so little time to come from Oz. They said they could get them to their UK customers direct from Brisbane faster than when they had a UK distributor.
Not sure what the exact £/AU$ exchange rate is at the moment, but the 'ultra-lite' set with 6hr battery plus three extra handlebar mounts cost me £177, which strikes me as mighty good value for money.
Post by: Torslanda on 16 September, 2012, 12:23:44 am
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 16 September, 2012, 06:33:21 am
Post by: Adam on 16 September, 2012, 09:24:23 pm
(http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a239/FlyingDodo/IMG_13481.jpg)
Thanks to Paul for bringing the bike to Cambridge station, I only had to ride it back solo from Hitchin, and found myself really enjoying how it handled on the 13 mile journey.
This will be a dual purpose bike - as a tandem with Rebecca - we will have to build up to a FNRttC though, and also as a cargo bike by taking off the stoker seat, and adding a special long rake to then take 4 panniers for shopping.
I'm still intending to get N+1 next month!
Post by: TimC on 17 September, 2012, 10:39:29 am
Post by: Feline on 17 September, 2012, 03:56:39 pm
It comes with a very PINK reflective gilet :thumbsup:
Post by: Quint on 17 September, 2012, 04:38:00 pm
Got fed up being warned to replace the cleats on my Eggbeaters by my foot unclipping while powering through a roundabout in rush hour so have just bought a pair of Stainless Speedplay Frogs and a pair of Specialised (Vibram soled) shoes to go with em
PS: Despite what Speedplay say they do work ok on SPD sandals
Post by: mcshroom on 17 September, 2012, 05:42:25 pm
Post by: Canardly on 17 September, 2012, 08:48:04 pm
Post by: clarion on 17 September, 2012, 09:28:35 pm
What I really need is a rim to go on the bag full of hub and spokes I've got in the kitchen :-[
Post by: L CC on 18 September, 2012, 06:30:41 pm
Post by: reddo on 18 September, 2012, 09:51:52 pm
The shopping instinct is strong. :thumbsup:
Post by: Torslanda on 19 September, 2012, 10:41:49 am
No, I'm not turning into a Hoxton Hipster, they just happen to be the least expensive deep drop calipers I can find.
On this build, every penny counts.
Oh! I forgot, some Haribos.
Post by: dasmoth on 19 September, 2012, 11:58:26 am
As a minor bonus, the new rim isn't quite as tight as the FIR one we had previously, which should save a lot of swearing when the faerie pays a visit.
Post by: Gus on 20 September, 2012, 07:09:28 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 21 September, 2012, 01:23:22 am
Also a FSA chainring for buttons . . .
Post by: GrahamG on 21 September, 2012, 02:30:05 pm
Hope pro 3 hubs (rear second-hand and front one new)
Velocity A23 rims
Post by: Jules on 21 September, 2012, 07:07:06 pm
I had a puncture this morning and was surprised to see how little rubber there was left on the rear tyre. So the pub bike has a new tyre and some oil on the chain.
Post by: Ham on 21 September, 2012, 08:50:31 pm
Got the stickers from this guy http://myworld.ebay.co.uk/destination-vinyl/&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2754 £2.50 (+44p postage) for 3. Service was that good he deserves a write up.
Post by: reddo on 21 September, 2012, 09:24:10 pm
However, took the new bike back to Corleys for it's first service, while I was there, bought some (purists look away now) touring pedals (cleats one side, flat t'other - I know I know) and some nice specialized road shoes with boa lace up system. :thumbsup:
Post by: Jules on 21 September, 2012, 09:42:12 pm
I will order some and ride it more often.
Post by: Feline on 21 September, 2012, 09:47:51 pm
Post by: Ian H on 21 September, 2012, 11:10:36 pm
This is not really cycling stuff, but I ordered a new Polar heart rate band with bluetooth to use at the gym. I will be training there over the winter to be scary on my bike next spring :thumbsup:http://kimroy-photography.co.uk/gallery2/main.php?g2_itemId=103872
Post by: Feline on 21 September, 2012, 11:19:29 pm
This is not really cycling stuff, but I ordered a new Polar heart rate band with bluetooth to use at the gym. I will be training there over the winter to be scary on my bike next spring :thumbsup:http://kimroy-photography.co.uk/gallery2/main.php?g2_itemId=103872
Perhaps not that scary!
Post by: Ian H on 21 September, 2012, 11:23:59 pm
This is not really cycling stuff, but I ordered a new Polar heart rate band with bluetooth to use at the gym. I will be training there over the winter to be scary on my bike next spring :thumbsup:http://kimroy-photography.co.uk/gallery2/main.php?g2_itemId=103872
Perhaps not that scary!
Go on. It's only 24hrs. http://kimroy-photography.co.uk/gallery2/main.php?g2_itemId=103953
Post by: jogler on 22 September, 2012, 09:58:46 am
Post by: PaulF on 22 September, 2012, 11:08:26 am
'Lumenator' (http://www.mtbbatteries.co.uk/mountain-bike-lights/the-lumenator/) on its way. Should last me through the Dusk 'til Dawn on medium power.
*I know there's more to it than pure lumens and factors such as lens come into play.
Post by: Canardly on 22 September, 2012, 12:55:32 pm
Escalated the local lighting war :). On Thursday's ride the guy behind me put his light on to full and I was riding in my own shadow :o. An 'interesting' experience on twisty singletrack. So I'm seeing his 1500 lumens and raising him 500*. New
'Lumenator' (http://www.mtbbatteries.co.uk/mountain-bike-lights/the-lumenator/) on its way. Should last me through the Dusk 'til Dawn on medium power.
*I know there's more to it than pure lumens and factors such as lens come into play.
Seems a good buy. Magicshine 2000 lumen unit is £30 more expensive.
Post by: mcshroom on 22 September, 2012, 01:27:31 pm
Touring pedals sound like a great idea. My tourer has SPDs and often I feel like using it for a quick trip to the shops instead of the pub bike but can't be bothered to dig out cycling shoes.
I will order some and ride it more often.
I have some A530s on my hybrid for exactly this reason :)
Post by: reddo on 22 September, 2012, 03:36:30 pm
Post by: Feline on 22 September, 2012, 09:43:37 pm
This is not really cycling stuff, but I ordered a new Polar heart rate band with bluetooth to use at the gym. I will be training there over the winter to be scary on my bike next spring :thumbsup:http://kimroy-photography.co.uk/gallery2/main.php?g2_itemId=103872
Perhaps not that scary!
Go on. It's only 24hrs. http://kimroy-photography.co.uk/gallery2/main.php?g2_itemId=103953
I am currently reading Graeme Obree's training book, and can see some flaws in my thinking when it comes to an event like that. He asks whether deep down I have a psychological desire to 'win'. The truth is that no, I don't give a shit about the winning I just want to have a laugh ;D
Post by: BrianI on 23 September, 2012, 05:10:28 pm
Just this afternoon bought a rather nice Viking AW80 spotting scope body with 20-60x eyepiece and stay on case. :thumbsup:
These ducks are small, those over there are far away.... ;D
Post by: fuzzy on 24 September, 2012, 10:02:19 am
Still waiting for the stuff I ordered through Cycle Surgery. Hmmm :-\
However, took the new bike back to Corleys for it's first service, while I was there, bought some (purists look away now) touring pedals (cleats one side, flat t'other - I know I know) and some nice specialized road shoes with boa lace up system. :thumbsup:
Not a purist. I has touring pedals on the commute steed, the fixie (cos I commutes on it sometimes) and the utility bike (cos I commutes on it when there is SNO). Sometimes I just don't wanna be clipped in.
Yesterday I purchased a work out for my thumbs- Schwalbe Marathon Plus for G G G G G Granville the commuter. The Conti Contacts that he came with are good tyres but the rear is getting a bit thin and visitation prone. It will be fitted after I ride home from work as G stayed in the drying room at work oer the weekend.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 24 September, 2012, 10:15:34 am
Mind, I then added up my lbs spend for the last few months...
SmallestCubs birthday bike lights. Can't remember how much....
BB7s, supplied and fitted and bike serviced
bmx serviced, new gyro cables, provided levers fitted.
Cub's road bike serviced
Replacement head for track pump
New track pump (new house rule - nobody under the age of 18 TOUCHES track pumps without MY permission)
Tyre and assorted tubes
Red bike serviced (after nearly a year sat in the cupboard!) - one cable replaced, seat tube reamed and seat post fitted, headset refurbished with bits replaced with stuff from their bits box and adjusted, indexing and brakes adjusted, tyres pumped up
I need to go to the shop shortly. I think I owe them a cake....
Post by: Kim on 24 September, 2012, 02:52:21 pm
I bought a service for the red bike last week, including getting the seat tube reamed to fit a standard 27.2 post. Said service was, for what was done, ludicrously cheap.
Hurrah!
And it was definitely a funny size then? Not that that's really a question; you shouldn't be able to partially dislocate a shoulder failing to remove a seatpost that's only been in place for 2 minutes...
Post by: Andrew Br on 25 September, 2012, 08:46:11 pm
It arrived in the post this morning :thumbsup:
We now move to the Fettling thread...................
Or should it be the Rant thread ?
Post by: BrianI on 26 September, 2012, 06:47:31 am
If by "cycling" you mean "field scope", then yes!
Just this afternoon bought a rather nice Viking AW80 spotting scope body with 20-60x eyepiece and stay on case. :thumbsup:
These ducks are small, those over there are far away.... ;D
And a nice shiny new Manrfotto 701HDV tripod head. :) My manfrotto 460mg 3 way photographic head isn't so easy to use with my spotting scope...
Alas, I think I may need to upgrade my legs soon - the 190ProB legs have a load capacity of only 5kg, and the tripod head + scope + digicam + digiscoping adaptor probably weighs in at around 3.5kg.....
"Dear Santa....." :D
Post by: tiermat on 26 September, 2012, 12:30:45 pm
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/190728573800?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
Post by: fuzzy on 26 September, 2012, 12:37:40 pm
If by "cycling" you mean "field scope", then yes!
Just this afternoon bought a rather nice Viking AW80 spotting scope body with 20-60x eyepiece and stay on case. :thumbsup:
These ducks are small, those over there are far away.... ;D
And a nice shiny new Manrfotto 701HDV tripod head. :) My manfrotto 460mg 3 way photographic head isn't so easy to use with my spotting scope...
Alas, I think I may need to upgrade my legs soon - the 190ProB legs have a load capacity of only 5kg, and the tripod head + scope + digicam + digiscoping adaptor probably weighs in at around 3.5kg.....
"Dear Santa....." :D
So, if you get uprated legs and put the old head on them, whilst putting the new head on the old legs, does that mean you've aksherly only got two old tripods?
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 26 September, 2012, 01:00:39 pm
Tub of grease
Pair of koolstop salmon canti pads
Park instant patches.
How the f did that manage to add up to £30?
Post by: De Sisti on 26 September, 2012, 01:02:37 pm
Time to wire them up.
Post by: Auntie Helen on 26 September, 2012, 01:36:05 pm
No change from £120 for that lot.
Post by: GrahamG on 26 September, 2012, 01:38:41 pm
Yesterday I ordered a chain (well, 3) for my trike and a litre of Alfine hub servicing oil.
No change from £120 for that lot.
Fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuck!
Post by: Polar Bear on 26 September, 2012, 03:52:29 pm
Yesterday I ordered a chain (well, 3) for my trike and a litre of Alfine hub servicing oil.
No change from £120 for that lot.
Gosh!
I've just bagged a low mileage Son nabendyno / Sun Rhino wheel for less than that posted from ebay. I only really want the dynamo but the price was too good to miss. :thumbsup:
Post by: Auntie Helen on 26 September, 2012, 04:04:01 pm
3 chains = £40 and that's a good price.
Who said cycling was cheap?
Post by: zigzag on 27 September, 2012, 12:39:30 pm
Post by: David Martin on 27 September, 2012, 04:22:37 pm
Post by: Ashaman42 on 27 September, 2012, 06:37:38 pm
Wishing now that I'd picked up some wrist/ankle bands now.
Not sure about the lock. It's probably about on par with my Halfords D lock (ineffective cheese) but I don't really want to lug a mega lock around Audaxeses. Might take it back ???
Post by: Fohat on 27 September, 2012, 06:46:17 pm
All for very little indeed.
Post by: Gus on 27 September, 2012, 10:32:29 pm
Post by: Basil on 27 September, 2012, 10:34:32 pm
Aldi winter cycling trousers, Aldi lock, Aldi winter gloves, Aldi LED lights. And some shaving gel. And handwash.
All for very little indeed.
I'll be parking next to you then. Should be safe.
Post by: rafletcher on 28 September, 2012, 08:56:08 am
Post by: Andrew Br on 28 September, 2012, 11:40:40 am
The new one is pleasantly small.
It is also very shiny. Which is nice.
Post by: Butterfly on 28 September, 2012, 04:36:20 pm
Post by: bumper on 28 September, 2012, 04:45:24 pm
Post by: reddo on 28 September, 2012, 07:13:39 pm
Post by: hellymedic on 28 September, 2012, 07:50:06 pm
Post by: Wendy on 28 September, 2012, 09:35:27 pm
A Lezyne Micro Floor Drive pump to replace my Mountain Morph which is gradually failing.
The new one is pleasantly small.
It is also very shiny. Which is nice.
They are very very nice aren't they!!!
Post by: Aidan on 28 September, 2012, 09:37:46 pm
Post by: Plug1n on 30 September, 2012, 11:26:53 am
Not exactly today but 6 days from last Sunday's Ebay click to door - Taiwan to UK. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/110858860260?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/110858860260?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649)
Bought as a standby after I had to replace the inner ring of an Ultegra 6650 compact chainset when a new chain led to slipping and dropped chains. I was a bit put off by the the £90 price for the genuine Shimano outer ring, even on Chain Reaction (http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=34735 (http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=34735)). This one cost just over £23 even with PayPal exchange rates.
Not fitted yet but looks fine and exactly 100g on my kitchen scales.
Post by: Andrew Br on 01 October, 2012, 05:06:16 pm
A Lezyne Micro Floor Drive pump to replace my Mountain Morph which is gradually failing.
The new one is pleasantly small.
It is also very shiny. Which is nice.
They are very very nice aren't they!!!
Yes, they are.
A further bonus is that it's smaller than the MM so it fits better on the bike.
I'm not in a hurry to test its pumping ability ;)
Post by: Quint on 01 October, 2012, 08:53:58 pm
A Lezyne Micro Floor Drive pump to replace my Mountain Morph which is gradually failing.
The new one is pleasantly small.
It is also very shiny. Which is nice.
So easy to get up to pressure, my old mini pump buggered my hands getting it to 50psi, the Lezyne cruises up to 90psi, brilliant bit of kit ;D
Post by: zigzag on 05 October, 2012, 12:49:07 pm
Post by: delthebike on 05 October, 2012, 01:09:51 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 05 October, 2012, 01:10:26 pm
I wanted something smaller than my Tour SQR for short rides.
The SQR mount means I can't use my Topeak saddle pack and I don't want to keep taking the mount off.
The Glentress is out of production but the guy on the Carradice stand at the NEC told me they still had some seconds in stock.
I ordered it on Tuesday, it arrived on Thursday. Excellent service.
Now to figure out how to fit a rear light to it..............
Post by: L CC on 05 October, 2012, 01:41:39 pm
1: Mostly lard, if we're honest.
Post by: Feline on 05 October, 2012, 02:06:38 pm
I had one pair of lovely winter tights that I wore on almost a daily basis the past 2 winters. They got me through audaxes in Januarys without so much as a chill and had a very comfy chamois. They were washed literally hundreds of times and remained as good as new. They were tights and not bib tights which wouldn't work for me when I'm wearing heaps of clothing on top in winter. They didn't have silly stirrup things under the feet like the ski pants people wore with stillettos in the early 80's. I lurved them and they had 2 unfortunate accidents last spring. The dogs found them in the washing machine and chomped a piece out of their chamois. I continued to wear them and then we had our tandem badger crash and they (and me) received a giant hole in our knee. Meanwhile they were a 2009 model that Assos had discontinued and they had nothing like it in their range any more. They were out of stock everywhere, and even a website in Switzerland that took my order phoned to say they were sorry, they could no longer get stocks. I bought some other tights to wear over my shorts and I hated them. I was dreading this winter. Then this week after the usual fruitless search for old stock in all the online cycling shops, in desperation I did a Google search and found someone calling themselves the Assos Factory Outlet. They claimed to have stock, in my size, and free shipping. It seemed too good to be true, so I ordered but didn't hold my breath.
This morning I have my paws on a brand new pair identical to my well loved ones. It isn't normal to be this stupidly happy over a pair of tights :facepalm: ;D
(http://www.assosfactoryoutlet.com/content/images/xl/p209_H_RXLL_Lady.jpg)
I'm now going to work overtime to get another pair from them while I still can!
Post by: Chris S on 05 October, 2012, 02:10:17 pm
Post by: Feline on 05 October, 2012, 02:11:29 pm
You'd better order a top too. You'll catch a chill going out dressed like that.
;D
Post by: delthebike on 05 October, 2012, 05:29:28 pm
http://www.youtube.com/embed/KzQoUy3wHd0
Now I just need to buy a rear rack with the appropriate holes to fit it.
Post by: Canardly on 05 October, 2012, 10:38:30 pm
Post by: Kim on 05 October, 2012, 10:42:09 pm
This morning I have my paws on a brand new pair identical to my well loved ones. It isn't normal to be this stupidly happy over a pair of tights :facepalm: ;D
In the interests of heading off such a situation in future, I've just ordered another pair of the Enduras I bought a couple of months ago, which turned out to be a) warm b) unpadded c) approximately Kim-shaped. Normally it's one of those "pick any two" decisions.
Post by: Canardly on 05 October, 2012, 10:44:12 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 05 October, 2012, 10:46:50 pm
This morning I have my paws on a brand new pair identical to my well loved ones.
(http://www.assosfactoryoutlet.com/content/images/xl/p209_H_RXLL_Lady.jpg)
So does she. :D
Post by: Kim on 05 October, 2012, 10:52:37 pm
I am beginning to think that pads are more trouble than they are worth if you have a decentsaddlebike.
FTFY
Post by: arvid on 05 October, 2012, 11:30:06 pm
I blame Rapha, because I returned their City Trousers (http://www.rapha.cc/city-trousers) because they are too tight around my thighs, even though the same size Rapha Trousers (http://www.rapha.cc/rapha-trousers) fit just fine. I also didn't really like the color difference at the back, and it is beyond me why the price difference is that large. I bought the City Trousers with two discounts combined though.
Anyway, I needed a new pair of trousers. And I wanted the black merino t-shirt from Rapha but that's gone now. I also need a new pair of shoes, without the PBP-transponder in the laces. Oh and it's getting chilly and I have very little decent long-sleeve stuff.
Post by: Butterfly on 06 October, 2012, 08:39:09 am
Post by: mcshroom on 06 October, 2012, 06:25:06 pm
Post by: Canardly on 06 October, 2012, 08:23:28 pm
Post by: Kim on 06 October, 2012, 10:28:02 pm
Post by: kyuss on 06 October, 2012, 11:20:00 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 06 October, 2012, 11:32:55 pm
Post by: marcusjb on 07 October, 2012, 07:49:07 am
Rapha long sleeve jersey in orange? Couldn't resist.
Sme gore overshoes - slightly lighter weight ones than I use in the depths of winter, but a bit smaller to pack into the saddle bag.
Post by: Torslanda on 08 October, 2012, 10:48:29 am
Today: Some rather delicious Specialized carbon forks. So light that I thought he'd brought me an empty box, I think the bubble wrap weighed more!
Post by: interzen on 08 October, 2012, 10:54:22 am
Well arrived today rather than bought. Two short sleeve merino base layers from On one. I can confirm they are nice and soft and warm :)They're very good - I bought a load of them last year.
The long sleeved version with zip in particular is full of win.
Speaking of On-One, I ordered their '4 Seasons Bundle' yesterday - admittedly I don't really need yet another pair of mitts, but I'd have been perfectly happy to pay £29.99 just for the windproof gloves and the overshoes - the other bits are a bonus.
Post by: tiermat on 08 October, 2012, 10:54:51 am
2* magic hats (both their old ones were >5 years old and had suffered large amounts of abuse in that time)
cycle shorts
trousers (lined, Craghopper Kiwi type)
long fingered gloves
silk under gloves
3/4 shorts
Merino base layer.
Ordered:
Altura Night Vision jacket in purple
LAS Victory helmet (for me!)
the last 3 things on the bought list were from our local Mountain Warehouse, the base layers are nice and thick and only £25 each (190gsm), the 3/4s are cheap Hummvee copies, but only £25 too and the silk liner gloves are only £15 a pair!
Post by: tiermat on 08 October, 2012, 12:38:26 pm
A 103mm square taper BB to sort out a second fixie (for sale!)
Chain for the same as I only seem to have 3/32" ones, and the chainring and sprocket are both 1/8"
A lock for my brother (well not for him, but for his bike) after a conversation last night made me realise he LOVES riding his Flying Scot but is frightened about leaving it anywhere due to thieving scrotes.
Post by: jane on 08 October, 2012, 12:45:48 pm
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 08 October, 2012, 01:14:10 pm
Hope I got the spoke lengths right . . .
Post by: Jules on 08 October, 2012, 09:26:41 pm
Post by: mrkwr on 08 October, 2012, 09:46:57 pm
Garmin are about to launch its replacement, I would guess, judging by the price cuts on Amazon and elsewhere. Fine by me, happy to get a lower price on older tech, but you've now got a non-functioning market where amazon are selling new 800s for quite a bit less than used ones are going for on *bay. So if you're thinking of upgrading an 800, now's the time to sell!
Post by: tiermat on 09 October, 2012, 08:55:16 am
Late to the game but just bought a garmin edge 800. Actually it arrive on Saturday, just in time for a first outing on the Tasty Cheddar
Garmin are about to launch its replacement, I would guess, judging by the price cuts on Amazon and elsewhere. Fine by me, happy to get a lower price on older tech, but you've now got a non-functioning market where amazon are selling new 800s for quite a bit less than used ones are going for on *bay. So if you're thinking of upgrading an 800, now's the time to sell!
Unlikely, they might just be either getting rid of factory refurbs or about to launch an updated 800 (ANT+ compatibility etc). The 705 was about for 3 years or so before it was replaced by the 800, and the 800 has only been out about a year, IIRC.
ETA: I am wrong, there are rumours that a new model called, surprisingly enough, 900, is due out soon. I guess Garmin have upped their game a bit regarding release cycles (down from 3-4 years to 1-2)
Post by: Quint on 09 October, 2012, 11:31:12 am
Post by: Kim on 09 October, 2012, 02:48:49 pm
That counts as cycling stuff, right?
[1] A lump hammer.
Post by: Butterfly on 09 October, 2012, 02:51:48 pm
Fine Adjustment Tool #2[1]
That counts as cycling stuff, right?
[1] A lump hammer.
Definitely. Almost all the uses for a lump hammer in our household have been cycling related.
Post by: mike on 09 October, 2012, 02:53:53 pm
Post by: tiermat on 09 October, 2012, 02:57:41 pm
Post by: Quint on 09 October, 2012, 03:00:41 pm
Post by: Kim on 09 October, 2012, 03:07:45 pm
Fine Adjustment Tool #2[1]
That counts as cycling stuff, right?
[1] A lump hammer.
Definitely. Almost all the uses for a lump hammer in our household have been cycling related.
I think we're down to a single Windows box these days, so I expect it'll be much the same here...
Post by: clarion on 09 October, 2012, 06:23:18 pm
Fine Adjustment Tool #2[1]
That counts as cycling stuff, right?
[1] A lump hammer.
Definitely. Almost all the uses for a lump hammer in our household have been cycling related.
It's not just 'a lump hammer'! It's got a name, if you don't mind. Elmo the Persuader has feelings, y'know. ;D
Post by: Ewan Houzami on 09 October, 2012, 07:12:06 pm
Post by: interzen on 09 October, 2012, 07:53:48 pm
That said, the windproof gloves are very nice indeed (wore them for the ride home) but the mitts are definitely summer use only as I can't get them on over my glove liners.
Post by: jimbhoy on 09 October, 2012, 07:55:59 pm
Post by: Canardly on 09 October, 2012, 07:58:23 pm
Post by: interzen on 09 October, 2012, 08:01:25 pm
Wintery boots arrived woot. Lorra dosh for ordinairy boots with gore texy bits.Take a look at the 45NRTH Wolvhammer boot - taking into account the 'sucks to be you 'cos you live outside the US' tax you're looking at a smidgeon over £300 a pair :o (I want a pair, but I'm buggered if I'm spending that much without actually trying some on first!)
For now, if it turns nasty and cold I'll switch to the hiking boots/woolly socks/gnarly trials pedal combo :)
Post by: Canardly on 09 October, 2012, 08:13:53 pm
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=55373
Stick some gore texy bits on those and heh presto......£150 winter boots.
Post by: Canardly on 09 October, 2012, 08:21:10 pm
A Brooks B17 standard for £45 from Halfords who currently have 25% off all cycling accessories.
Well done a bargain.
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 09 October, 2012, 10:18:16 pm
Post by: mr magnolia on 10 October, 2012, 06:47:32 am
One supernova E3 front light with terraflux lens - they wore me down with their offers of an upgrade from my 2008 asymmetrical one, and I succumbed in a fit of 'end of endowment indulgence'; their bit of the bargain was to make the upgrade into a complete new lamp.8)
Also one new B&M cyo and toplight set arrived and is already front fitted on my go to work steed. Yum.
It's driven by my new front wheel; rigida black tn317 with black spokes on the silver spangly shimano hub bought in the on one sale - thanks to tiermat for the £39 tip off!
I have, sadly, fecked up the supernova lovelyness by not remembering that the supplied shrink wrap big bit is sized to need you to 'not' cut both wires to the same length, as the crimps are too chubby: they need to be cut so the joint are not coincident. Derr - I remembered that from last time. But too late.
So, flicking through the supernova catalogue, I see that the rear light is on V2 also. Hmm, not been offered that as an upgrade, probably can't get away with another one.
Yet...
Post by: tiermat on 10 October, 2012, 01:19:05 pm
Oh and I appear to have bought this, but I missed the "Collection only" bit :( Grrrr, now to plan a trip or some other way to get it/store it before collection by me...
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=261107606025&ssPageName=ADME:B:EOIBSA:GB:3160
Post by: LindaG on 10 October, 2012, 10:25:02 pm
A new jacket for Mrs T (despite buying her one for her birthday). This one is PURPLE and is a Night Vision.
Oh and I appear to have bought this, but I missed the "Collection only" bit :( Grrrr, now to plan a trip or some other way to get it/store it before collection by me...
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=261107606025&ssPageName=ADME:B:EOIBSA:GB:3160
I know someone with the hat to go with that
Post by: fuzzy on 11 October, 2012, 12:47:29 pm
Willier Izoard XP (http://www.wilier.it/en/products/road-bike/izoard-xp/) in matte black with Ultegra fit.
The one in the shop has got red callipers as well which adds just the right touch of colour.
It appears that SWMBO has a weakening resolve, particularly when I learned that the nearly LBS is a Cycle To Work registered bike pron shop ;D
Post by: interzen on 11 October, 2012, 01:19:49 pm
Post by: Deano on 11 October, 2012, 07:03:36 pm
A new jacket for Mrs T (despite buying her one for her birthday). This one is PURPLE and is a Night Vision.
Oh and I appear to have bought this, but I missed the "Collection only" bit :( Grrrr, now to plan a trip or some other way to get it/store it before collection by me...
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=261107606025&ssPageName=ADME:B:EOIBSA:GB:3160
I know someone with the hat to go with that
I think shyumu's rule applies here. It's lovely, though :)
Post by: fuzzy on 11 October, 2012, 07:53:40 pm
Not bought but seen in a nearly LBS today-
Willier Izoard XP (http://www.wilier.it/en/products/road-bike/izoard-xp/) in matte black with Ultegra fit.
The one in the shop has got red callipers as well which adds just the right touch of colour.
It appears that SWMBO has a weakening resolve, particularly when I learned that the nearly LBS is a Cycle To Work registered bike pron shop ;D
Well, SWMBO folded like a well oiled Brompton.
I can haz N+1 :thumbsup:
I must pay a visit to the nearly LBS to organise a Cycle to Work scheme quote to get my voucher.
fuzzy is a happy Plod ;D
Post by: Torslanda on 11 October, 2012, 08:37:27 pm
Yesterday got a spares kit for my ancient TACX workshop stand - I get the feeling I'm going to be needing it soon!
Oh! And a tag-along for a school bus experiment.
Post by: Canardly on 11 October, 2012, 10:19:02 pm
Post by: Aidan on 12 October, 2012, 07:00:07 am
Post by: interzen on 12 October, 2012, 09:23:53 am
Just awaiting delivery of the most ridiculously expensive seatpost , in fact it's so expensive I"m actually embarrassed ! It does have a carbon fibre remote control lever that doubles as an integrated lock on for my grips though!Thomson dropper post, perchance?
I've just bought myself a Wildcat Gear handlebar harness - whilst I'm waiting for it to turn up I can have a think about how I can fettle my lighting setup so that it illuminates the trail rather than the contents of the handlebar harness.
Post by: Aidan on 12 October, 2012, 09:26:35 am
Just awaiting delivery of the most ridiculously expensive seatpost , in fact it's so expensive I"m actually embarrassed ! It does have a carbon fibre remote control lever that doubles as an integrated lock on for my grips though!Thomson dropper post, perchance?
KS Lev. Cable into the body rather than the moving post. Allows much neater cable management. Still eye-wateringly expensive though
Post by: interzen on 12 October, 2012, 09:29:15 am
KS Lev. Cable into the body rather than the moving post. Allows much neater cable management. Still eye-wateringly expensive though<fx:quick look on Wiggle>
Yep, you're not wrong there ... think I'll stick with comically fat tyres to provide rear suspension ;)
Post by: Aidan on 12 October, 2012, 09:37:43 am
KS Lev. Cable into the body rather than the moving post. Allows much neater cable management. Still eye-wateringly expensive though<fx:quick look on Wiggle>
Yep, you're not wrong there ... think I'll stick with comically fat tyres to provide rear suspension ;)
Its not for suspension! Its going on a full susser anyway. Its to move the post out of the way on drops and descents for better and safer bike handling. Until these appeared people did it by stopping at the top and using the QR seatclamp. These are much easier and do make riding safer
Post by: interzen on 12 October, 2012, 09:43:30 am
Yep - I've just realised that.KS Lev. Cable into the body rather than the moving post. Allows much neater cable management. Still eye-wateringly expensive though<fx:quick look on Wiggle>
Yep, you're not wrong there ... think I'll stick with comically fat tyres to provide rear suspension ;)
Its not for suspension!
I saw "Travel: 125mm" in the spec and my brain went off and did its own thing.
Is it home time yet? :facepalm:
Post by: reddo on 12 October, 2012, 01:20:53 pm
Shouted myself a Specialized Romin Evo Expert saddle. :)
Post by: interzen on 13 October, 2012, 02:34:11 pm
Post by: David Martin on 13 October, 2012, 05:06:30 pm
Post by: GrahamG on 13 October, 2012, 06:03:18 pm
Post by: delthebike on 14 October, 2012, 12:11:51 pm
Post by: davelodwig on 17 October, 2012, 10:15:47 am
It's my first bit of proper cycling clothing (apart from shoes).
Post by: interzen on 17 October, 2012, 10:25:28 am
Post by: mcshroom on 17 October, 2012, 11:33:53 am
Also some Ritchey Comp Road Logic Drop Handlebars, some Easton Bar tape (in blue?!), an Ixon fork crown mount and a Topeak wedge bag mount from SJS
Post by: tiermat on 17 October, 2012, 12:33:11 pm
Post by: Kim on 17 October, 2012, 12:33:22 pm
Post by: tiermat on 19 October, 2012, 09:30:51 am
Post by: interzen on 19 October, 2012, 09:33:41 am
£500 spent before I've even had breakfast. Must be a record (for me, at least)
Post by: IanDG on 19 October, 2012, 10:22:24 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 19 October, 2012, 10:31:52 pm
This is the old one after ~2000 miles:-
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8046/8103286610_7c355e3ace_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/8103286610/)
DSC_0268 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/8103286610/) by Chocolatebike1 (http://www.flickr.com/people/31668252@N05/), on Flickr
LBS say it's knackered because of the immense of power that I put out.
They can bullshit, it's just that they're not very good at it.
Post by: Auntie Helen on 20 October, 2012, 05:10:37 pm
Post by: robgul on 20 October, 2012, 07:13:48 pm
Rob [Stands back, waiting to be proved wrong on price ... ]
Post by: jogler on 20 October, 2012, 07:22:15 pm
Perhaps Clarion might want it :demon:
Post by: robgul on 20 October, 2012, 07:26:00 pm
you could have bought my spare B17 for £40 & saved even more £ ;D
Perhaps Clarion might want it :demon:
.. in box, with spanner, Proofide and cover ? - if so let me know, may have a buyer for you ..
Rob
Post by: Jules on 20 October, 2012, 10:07:46 pm
(non-cycling) wife has yet to discover this fact.
Post by: jogler on 21 October, 2012, 10:04:32 am
Just bought a Langster from Jogler. Collected by (f)boab and waiting for me to find a free day to collect it from her in Suffolk.
(non-cycling) wife has yet to discover this fact.
;D
Post by: Canardly on 21 October, 2012, 08:37:24 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 22 October, 2012, 12:43:23 am
For the shop, plus a stand from Aldi, the girl on the till recognised me and asked if I had bought the other two earlier this week...
Sussed! :-[
Post by: Torslanda on 22 October, 2012, 12:51:53 am
Not bought but collected a BEEEYOOOOTIFFFULLLLLL Falcon from the Lancashire coast for my friend 'Teh
By which time it should have
Post by: mcshroom on 22 October, 2012, 09:17:09 am
Post by: interzen on 22 October, 2012, 11:13:54 am
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/318902_10151073696381636_1356166260_n.jpg)
Custom-fettled frame bag for my Genesis Day One(s) courtesy of the fine folks at Alpkit. There was even a free stick of rock, which was given to a co-worker 'cos I can't stand the stuff.
It's really rather nice.
Post by: L CC on 23 October, 2012, 12:35:35 am
Brooks B!7 in brown, new, for £45 + a modest charge for postage - too good to miss now that they're £69.99 + post everywhere I've looked in the last week.I think they've gone up, just in the last month.
Rob [Stands back, waiting to be proved wrong on price ... ]
Black B17S for me. £60 inc postage. I bought a honey one not that long ago for about a tenner less.
Post by: L CC on 23 October, 2012, 12:36:54 am
Just bought a Langster from Jogler. Collected by (f)boab and waiting for me to find a free day to collect it from her in Suffolk.It's in Chris S's garage in Norfolk. Hope that's OK.
Post by: clarion on 23 October, 2012, 09:40:51 am
Post by: mcshroom on 23 October, 2012, 09:48:51 am
Post by: interzen on 23 October, 2012, 09:57:34 am
Post by: Juan Martín on 24 October, 2012, 08:43:20 am
Post by: Polar Bear on 24 October, 2012, 11:17:01 am
Post by: Kim on 24 October, 2012, 02:42:29 pm
A NiteRider Ultrafazer 5.0. Rather prosaically, this is a battery LED front light. It claims to be waterproof to 50m and I cannot help thinking that were I to be in that position, seeing where I am cycling would be pretty low on my list of priorities.
Were you riding in the BCN Main Line canal on Saturday evening?
Post by: Butterfly on 24 October, 2012, 02:59:06 pm
Post by: clarion on 24 October, 2012, 03:11:23 pm
Never mind, we can get that swapped over soon enough.
Post by: Butterfly on 24 October, 2012, 03:31:36 pm
All for the want of a stupid little screw :(
Never mind, we can get that swapped over soon enough.
He did suggest that it might be possible to get one to do the job from a DIY shop or to loosen the other side to compensate, but I think that it was probably ready for a new one. :)
Post by: clarion on 24 October, 2012, 03:33:13 pm
I just lament the poor design of V-brakes. Again.
Post by: interzen on 24 October, 2012, 03:43:18 pm
1 - a lot of singlespeed riders seem to rate these, so I reckon they're worth a punt. I've got swept-back bars on the Pugsley and rather like them.
Post by: zigzag on 24 October, 2012, 04:03:37 pm
I just lament the poor design of V-brakes. Again.
simple, lightweight, efficient, reliable, quiet and cheap - what's wrong with that? always performed flawlessly on my bikes..
Post by: clarion on 24 October, 2012, 04:08:08 pm
And not simple at all - no self-centring means that you have to make adjustments to make them brake evenly on both sides of the rim. Mind you, most disc systems only have one moving pad...
Post by: Kim on 24 October, 2012, 04:21:08 pm
And entirely dependent on one thin piece of bent plate metal being stressed laterally, and a tiny screw made of cheese situated where it is subject to most road grot.
Agreed about the adjustment screws. That's the main weakness of V-brakes, I reckon, combined with sensitivity to cable routing. Assuming non-cheese noodles are fitted, of course, otherwise those. I've never had a problem with the bent metal plate bit in practice.
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And not simple at all - no self-centring means that you have to make adjustments to make them brake evenly on both sides of the rim. Mind you, most disc systems only have one moving pad...
Discs with a fixed pad (most cable ones) are of course supposed to elastically deflect the rotor, and the rotor is presumably designed with this in mind. I'm not sure deflecting the rim is a good idea for consistent braking performance, wheels being a bit more complicated than brake discs, though I've met many a BSO where this is indeed the main method by which braking is achieved. :hand:
This aside, my main issues with V-brakes are common to all rim brakes. Once correctly set up, I find them very reliable.
Post by: Polar Bear on 24 October, 2012, 04:43:47 pm
And entirely dependent on one thin piece of bent plate metal being stressed laterally, and a tiny screw made of cheese situated where it is subject to most road grot.
And not simple at all - no self-centring means that you have to make adjustments to make them brake evenly on both sides of the rim. Mind you, most disc systems only have one moving pad...
V brakes are still significantly easier to set up and adjust and are more reliable and more powerful £ for £ than cantilever brakes. And, I note that my Tektro frogleg cantilever brakes have the same fiddly, exposed adjuster screws.
The Chris Juden adjustment method is to wind both adjusters fully in then wind out gradually the side that sits furthest from the rim until balance is achieved. Simple, and done in seconds. Apply some threadlock to ensure that the adjuster screws do not get lost.
Greater spring power can also be gained by unhooking the spring from it's retaining post, applying some minor force to 'bend' it further out, then 're-securing' the spring behind the retainer post.
Post by: bumper on 24 October, 2012, 04:51:28 pm
Post by: Feline on 24 October, 2012, 05:43:51 pm
Post by: jogler on 24 October, 2012, 07:55:59 pm
A NiteRider Ultrafazer 5.0. Rather prosaically, this is a battery LED front light. It claims to be waterproof to 50m and I cannot help thinking that were I to be in that position, seeing where I am cycling would be pretty low on my list of priorities.
Were you riding in the BCN Main Line canal on Saturday evening?
BTDTGTTS
& had a torch too.It was handy for seeing (the inside of my mask 'cause the viz was black as the inside of a black bag) my watch,depth gauge & contents gauge.
As you surmise,cycling was not an item on the think-list.
Post by: delthebike on 25 October, 2012, 12:46:59 pm
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-I6aZ2egP_AY/UIkjymR1Z8I/AAAAAAAAHNQ/QTOaidcWzSw/s640/pa258240.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-pjFVVdKwfFY/UIkjyvaPIbI/AAAAAAAAHNI/xciWRGcRmqE/s640/pa258243.jpg)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-3XAMPH9YQrI/UIkjy_p3SoI/AAAAAAAAHNM/gftMHfMQ7g0/s640/pa258245.jpg)
Even has rim tape. Just waiting for a couple of brackets for the headlight and the Pompino will have dyno lights!
The Brompton will be next for dyno upgrades sometime/possibly in the future.
Post by: reddo on 25 October, 2012, 02:36:12 pm
After doing a tour with a crazy mountain biking colleague, he convinced me to buy a MTB. After a bit of consideration etc.. I shouted myself a nice 18.5" 2012 Trek 8000. :) Whilst the guide books say that 18.5" is too big for me, I tried it and thought it was ok. Changed the stem etc. I tried a 15" 29er but preferred the 26" bike. :)
Post by: Noodley on 25 October, 2012, 06:28:56 pm
A Carradice Glentress saddle pack.
I wanted something smaller than my Tour SQR for short rides.
The SQR mount means I can't use my Topeak saddle pack and I don't want to keep taking the mount off.
The Glentress is out of production but the guy on the Carradice stand at the NEC told me they still had some seconds in stock.
I ordered it on Tuesday, it arrived on Thursday. Excellent service.
Now to figure out how to fit a rear light to it..............
Thanks to this post, the search facility of yacf and Margaret at Carradice I shall shortly be the owner of a "seconds" Glentress :thumbsup:
Post by: Carradice bag lady on 25 October, 2012, 07:35:06 pm
Regards sue
Post by: Andrew Br on 25 October, 2012, 11:27:26 pm
I asked his name because, although I thought that he might be important, I couldn't imagine that he would be as important as the person who would be giving the OK to make up the bag.
Some customer feedback:- While I'm reasonably pleased with the Glentress, I find the closing method a pain and the lack of loops for rear lights a serious miss. I'm working around the latter although my lights do sometimes dazzle low flying aircraft.
Now, a half size, half depth SQR Slim with two light loops would really be something. A red instead of a white rose would be the icing on the cake ;)
Post by: Noodley on 26 October, 2012, 06:02:07 pm
The guy on the stand at the NEC ?????? He is the boss !!!!!!
Regards sue
Well you can tell him that Margaret was very helpful, and I am very impressed with the customer service.
And give Margaret a kiss from me :-*
Post by: reddo on 26 October, 2012, 06:05:33 pm
Bike stuff and iPhone. Very happy with the baggy 3/4 pants and Gore Alp X jacket. :D
Today I ordered the mini iPad. :D
Post by: Juan Martín on 27 October, 2012, 08:47:42 am
Post by: interzen on 27 October, 2012, 04:22:00 pm
I did consider getting one of the Hope chainrings with the integrated bash-guard but decided that although they were nice, they weren't really £70-worth of nice.
Whilst it was tempting to get the chainring in green, I figured that it wasn't worth it because it'll be hidden behind the bash guard. Quite apart from anything else, it'll end up covered in crap anyway.
Post by: Juan Martín on 27 October, 2012, 06:22:06 pm
Post by: reddo on 27 October, 2012, 07:15:26 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 27 October, 2012, 08:00:05 pm
For a bike that was given to me, I seem to be spending a fair bit of money on it.
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 27 October, 2012, 08:23:23 pm
Post by: IanDG on 27 October, 2012, 09:24:50 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 28 October, 2012, 11:15:11 am
Post by: Juan Martín on 28 October, 2012, 06:09:37 pm
Post by: interzen on 28 October, 2012, 06:42:27 pm
Not today, but yesterday took delivery of some mudflaps from CRC. They came in a jiffy bag! Having received small items in absolutely massive boxes in the past (a pain, because they don't fit through the letterbox) it appears that CRC have reduced the size of their packaging to sensible proportions. :thumbsup:Not quite - the box that my chainset arrived in last week was absolutely bloody huge; admittedly, the box that the chainset itself was in was rather large and an awkward shape, but even so ... that said, it didn't beat the box size/content ratio from when I ordered an Alfine cassette joint from them last year, which transcended funny and rushed headlong into 'completely bloody ludicrous' (I may even have pics somewhere - the cassette joint would have fitted into a jiffy bag quite easily)
EDIT: as another data point, the pair of Avid BB7s I ordered from CRC arrived in an absolutely mahoosive box, even accounting for the fact that the boxes for the brakes had to be big enough to accomodate 160mm rotors. Seems that old habits die hard ;)
Post by: zigzag on 02 November, 2012, 04:26:55 pm
Post by: reddo on 02 November, 2012, 05:40:24 pm
Post by: mrkwr on 05 November, 2012, 10:55:42 pm
Hard to get excited.
Post by: mrkwr on 05 November, 2012, 10:59:47 pm
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 06 November, 2012, 01:24:34 pm
On Monday I return to the shop and replace my lock, keys, bag of coins and inner tubes. I am not very good at this shopping game.
Post by: Mrs Pingu on 06 November, 2012, 01:37:05 pm
And a packet of Haribo Tangfastics :) :) :P
Post by: PaulF on 06 November, 2012, 01:39:47 pm
Also arranging to pick up the Alfine that I won on eBay
Post by: Canardly on 06 November, 2012, 07:33:52 pm
Post by: zigzag on 07 November, 2012, 10:10:16 am
Post by: GothonaBrompton on 07 November, 2012, 11:15:06 am
I bought a Gore thermal jersey last week from Amazon reduced from £69.99 to £29.99 (price is back up now) and I wore it this morning with a sleeveless puffa over. I had to take the puffa off as the jersey was lovely and warm.
Post by: GrahamG on 08 November, 2012, 09:25:27 am
F*#-;d my Paramo Quito by falling off bike (duh) on my last audax, so now have to decide whether to get another Paramo (spendy - last was sale/second) or figure out some other waterproof jacket. Oops, wrong thred, not yet purchased, thoug leaning to new Paramo with the £50 rebate for recycling my damaged one ...
I'm told they do really good repairs - entire panels etc. so I'd give them a call before going shopping!
Post by: marcusjb on 08 November, 2012, 10:11:06 am
Post by: mcshroom on 08 November, 2012, 11:00:56 am
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 08 November, 2012, 01:13:34 pm
Post by: GrahamG on 09 November, 2012, 10:05:16 am
Post by: Kim on 09 November, 2012, 11:02:30 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 10 November, 2012, 01:10:24 am
Post by: Juan Martín on 10 November, 2012, 08:04:12 pm
Post by: crowriver on 10 November, 2012, 08:16:02 pm
Bar end shifters, gear cables and outers.
Post by: David Martin on 10 November, 2012, 08:45:28 pm
Post by: jogler on 10 November, 2012, 08:58:02 pm
Audax UK membership renewal.
me too
Post by: Kim on 10 November, 2012, 10:21:23 pm
A solar powered front light for the commuter. On cheap from UK cyclestore (£20 instead of £50, should pay for itself in batteries)
Do they actually work? I mean, there's not a fantastic amount of sunlight about in winter, and it presumably means leaving the light attached to the bike all day (so only good if you have secure, outdoor cycle parking), which must limit it a bit...
Post by: Andrew Br on 10 November, 2012, 10:39:55 pm
It's Campag Centaur. LBS couldn't get one from their suppliers (obsolete apparently :o ) but I managed to get one from Ribble for much less than the LBS could get it for.
If they had been able to get it.
Better yet, LBS fitted it for free (early Christmas present they told me).
I also bought the seatpost that they'd lent me when they built up the Disco. It's not high spec but I'm comfy on the bike with it so it seemed daft to spend any more than I had to (it was scratched when they lent it to me so I got it much cheaper than list).
I think I'll be taking biscuits in there next week..
Post by: David Martin on 10 November, 2012, 10:48:11 pm
..d
Post by: Kim on 10 November, 2012, 10:59:15 pm
I have good, secure outdoor cycle parking. The bike will be in daylight for about 7 hours a day and the commute is about 10 minutes each way.
Assumed you probably would have. Strikes me as a bit of a niche product for that reason, though perhaps useful for tourists as well.
Post by: robgul on 11 November, 2012, 08:00:40 am
Bit of a steal as I used the "double your voucher value" scheme to step up £10 of vouchers to £20 - then ordered 2 bags - found that there was a 3 for 2 deal so added a further one ... that came up 50p short of my voucher value of £20 - cheapest item I could find was a can of GT85 for two quid or so ... pressed the button, paid the extra £2.50 or so with a card. Collected them the next day.
Net result was 3 off of the bags* + a GT85 for £10 of vouchers and £2 cash.
Rob
* Mrs G, of course, asked why I need MORE bike luggage ... well, with 10 bikes you can never have enough.
EDIT - there's a crappy looking badge on the zip flap of the bag, I've removed them
Post by: reddo on 11 November, 2012, 04:09:10 pm
Post by: GrahamG on 15 November, 2012, 09:52:55 am
Post by: mcshroom on 15 November, 2012, 01:28:39 pm
Post by: tiermat on 15 November, 2012, 01:37:53 pm
New set of silver bars to go with the silver stem, spacers and seatpost. Now the only black bits left on the horizon will be the head set cups.
Tart!
You are getting it a little wrong though, surely everything should be purple anodised? ;D
Post by: mcshroom on 15 November, 2012, 01:54:54 pm
Tart!Guilty as charged. If it wasn't for the fact I've never replaced a headset I would be looking into silver cups for that as well :)
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You are getting it a little wrong though, surely everything should be purple anodised? ;DI don't think that would look right on a pale blue and white bike :)
Post by: tiermat on 15 November, 2012, 02:04:29 pm
Apart from maybe on a '90's Pace, Klien or Orange.
Post by: Feline on 15 November, 2012, 03:05:18 pm
Post by: reddo on 15 November, 2012, 03:18:59 pm
Edited. Sleeves too long so I'm giving it to a mate. Bought the 3/4 sleeve one so that should fit perfectly. :)
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 15 November, 2012, 06:26:10 pm
I don't think that would look right on a pale blue and white bike :)
You are getting it a little wrong though, surely everything should be purple anodised? ;D
The obvious solution is to get the frame painted purple to match, of course. :thumbsup:
Post by: Juan Martín on 15 November, 2012, 07:36:08 pm
Post by: delthebike on 16 November, 2012, 11:41:07 am
Wiggle also sent a mini Haribo Starmix and all within 48 hours of ordering! :thumbsup:
Post by: clarion on 16 November, 2012, 11:53:02 am
Post by: delthebike on 16 November, 2012, 11:56:40 am
Do you need to open two bottles of beer simultaneously?Only if I get really thirsty or have friends around. Next week I am going to wear jeans with the right leg rolled up past my ankle and carry a messenger bag. Then I shall break the peak on my cycling caps.
OMG! :hand:
Post by: clarion on 16 November, 2012, 12:56:49 pm
Post by: TimC on 16 November, 2012, 03:19:41 pm
Edit: consequently my Kinesis Racelight T (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=64664.0) is for sale....
Post by: Juan Martín on 18 November, 2012, 05:51:54 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 18 November, 2012, 06:18:19 pm
Post by: interzen on 19 November, 2012, 08:40:34 am
Correction, purple anodised doesn't look right on anything...Not even then. Purple anodising is wrong on more levels than I care to think about.
Apart from maybe on a '90's Pace, Klien or Orange.
Anyway, I've just ordered myself a Suunto M2 heart-rate monitor - shit got real (again).
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 19 November, 2012, 12:41:59 pm
Post by: GrahamG on 20 November, 2012, 09:53:42 am
Post by: tiermat on 20 November, 2012, 01:05:29 pm
Only I hadn't, I had said, as a parting shot, lets leave it until the supplier gets photos, and I am glad I did as the graphite coloured one looks rubbish, so ordered a white one instead.
Have just sent them an email asking them to get a pair of Conti Speed Rides (42-622) for the Inbred as I see that the Big Apples on there are suffering after 2500 rough miles.
Post by: Ham on 20 November, 2012, 04:49:31 pm
On Saturday I visited the LBS to pick up my new helmet that I thought I had ordered 4 weeks ago...
Only I hadn't, I had said, as a parting shot, lets leave it until the supplier gets photos, and I am glad I did as the graphite coloured one looks rubbish, so ordered a white one instead.
Have just sent them an email asking them to get a pair of Conti Speed Rides (42-622) for the Inbred as I see that the Big Apples on there are suffering after 2500 rough miles.
You may not be spending as much, but these are good deals http://on-one.co.uk/cyclesearch?q=kask&x=0&y=0
Post by: BrianI on 20 November, 2012, 05:08:45 pm
Post by: tiermat on 20 November, 2012, 05:23:12 pm
On Saturday I visited the LBS to pick up my new helmet that I thought I had ordered 4 weeks ago...
Only I hadn't, I had said, as a parting shot, lets leave it until the supplier gets photos, and I am glad I did as the graphite coloured one looks rubbish, so ordered a white one instead.
Have just sent them an email asking them to get a pair of Conti Speed Rides (42-622) for the Inbred as I see that the Big Apples on there are suffering after 2500 rough miles.
You may not be spending as much, but these are good deals http://on-one.co.uk/cyclesearch?q=kask&x=0&y=0
Yes they are good deals, but I have no idea if Kask fit my head shape, but I do know that LAS ones do!
And I am spending 50% more than the first one on that list (was going to be 75% but I didn't like that one when I saw it :) )
Post by: Juan Martín on 20 November, 2012, 09:49:52 pm
Post by: Ham on 21 November, 2012, 07:52:02 am
On Saturday I visited the LBS to pick up my new helmet that I thought I had ordered 4 weeks ago...
Only I hadn't, I had said, as a parting shot, lets leave it until the supplier gets photos, and I am glad I did as the graphite coloured one looks rubbish, so ordered a white one instead.
Have just sent them an email asking them to get a pair of Conti Speed Rides (42-622) for the Inbred as I see that the Big Apples on there are suffering after 2500 rough miles.
You may not be spending as much, but these are good deals http://on-one.co.uk/cyclesearch?q=kask&x=0&y=0
Yes they are good deals, but I have no idea if Kask fit my head shape, but I do know that LAS ones do!
And I am spending 50% more than the first one on that list (was going to be 75% but I didn't like that one when I saw it :) )
Just for the record, the K10 (one helmet for all head sizes) has the best fitting system I've come across, and I've found it very difficult to get a well fitting helmet in other brands. The interior bands adapt to your head shape, keeping the shell away. Very worth a try for anyone that has difficulty finding one to fit.
Post by: tiermat on 21 November, 2012, 09:21:44 am
Have just sent them an email asking them to get a pair of Conti Speed Rides (42-622) for the Inbred as I see that the Big Apples on there are suffering after 2500 rough miles.
:( Speed Rides are not available until early next year.
Oh well I shall wait, the Big Apples should do until the Speed Rides become available.
Post by: tiermat on 21 November, 2012, 10:01:15 am
Just wish Embers did their buff-a-likes in the same colours as their beanies.
Post by: tiermat on 22 November, 2012, 03:05:04 pm
Got a text from the LBS this morning to say it had arrived!
Post by: Feline on 22 November, 2012, 04:11:34 pm
Now all I need to do is work out how to do it. I need to look for Auntie Helen's thread for pictures of the method :D
Post by: Auntie Helen on 23 November, 2012, 07:26:33 am
Second service (with correct oil!) here: http://auntiehelen.wordpress.com/2012/04/19/alfies-hub-gear-gets-its-second-and-more-successful-service/
I have since done the third service no probs.
Post by: tiermat on 25 November, 2012, 11:33:07 am
I then ordered 4* Crank Brothers multitools (I seem to be adept at losing mine, so thought having a few spare will keep the multi-tool faeries away :) )
Maybe I should ask Mrs T to block access to bike parts web sites when she goes away for the day? :)
Post by: TheLurker on 25 November, 2012, 03:28:30 pm
Post by: interzen on 25 November, 2012, 04:15:32 pm
A hub gear oil change kit for my Alfine 11 speed hub from eBay. It's just about done the 1000 miles where a first oil change is needed.Arse ... I was giving the 1x1 a service after its most recent mudbath and it was nagging at the back of my mind that there was something else that needed doing but I was damned if I could remember it at the time. Now I know ...
Now all I need to do is work out how to do it. I need to look for Auntie Helen's thread for pictures of the method :D
... and it also occurs to me that the 8-speed on the orange Genesis could do with re-dunking as well.
Canned gear servicing kits - something else to add to the shopping list for pay day
:facepalm:
Post by: Juan Martín on 25 November, 2012, 04:58:17 pm
Post by: winnet on 25 November, 2012, 05:40:51 pm
G
Post by: Marco Stefano on 25 November, 2012, 05:41:57 pm
Post by: bumper on 25 November, 2012, 10:03:17 pm
**** me, they're expensive!
They do however come in packs of two with useless replacement straws/tubes.
Post by: Juan Martín on 27 November, 2012, 12:58:56 pm
Post by: Bledlow on 27 November, 2012, 02:19:57 pm
The old rear mudguard (clamps on seatpost) is rack-unfriendly, & I recently put a rack on the bike for winter rides on crappy country lanes when I don't want to take the Enigma out. OK until Sunday, when my bum got wet & uncomfortable.
Post by: TimO on 28 November, 2012, 09:02:20 am
Set of stupidly cheap Decathlon mudguards for my old MTB. ...
Out of curiosity, how stupidly cheap? When I wanted some cheap ones for Vince, the best I could do was a pair of relatively cheap SKS ones from (Wiggle iirc), which were about £13 a pair. The price of mudguards is fairly ridiculous considering how cheap to manufacture there are (even compared to other components we build bikes out of). I'm guessing their bulk to store and transport has a noticeable impact on pricing.
Post by: Andrij on 28 November, 2012, 09:44:33 am
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 28 November, 2012, 03:33:57 pm
I was actually after folding paselas in same size, but they were £35 + postage, wereas the ribmos could be had for £27 & free postage.
Post by: Karla on 28 November, 2012, 06:49:43 pm
(http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0162/4208/products/ishiBlack_medium.jpg?135)
I can't see the bike. I only know it's there because I decomposed the image to its RGB channels in an image editor, then I could see the bike as a lighter grey in the red channel.
I shall now perform a public service by giving people colourblindness tests :D
Post by: Kim on 28 November, 2012, 08:21:27 pm
One of these Ishihara Bike (http://www.spokeshirts.co.uk/collections/mens-t-shirts/products/ishihara) t-shirts
(http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0162/4208/products/ishiBlack_medium.jpg?135)
Ooh, nice.
I can see it clearly with DanKam.
Post by: mcshroom on 28 November, 2012, 08:31:59 pm
Post by: David Martin on 28 November, 2012, 09:30:30 pm
I'm obviously not colourblind as I can see it clearly
I obviously do not have that form of colourblindness as I can see it clearly. In the full test they have some where there is nothing to catch out those who just lie.
Post by: Snakehips on 28 November, 2012, 09:39:38 pm
Post by: tiermat on 29 November, 2012, 08:23:12 am
My pair of 66% off gloves arrived from Evans online shop.
Only 3 fingers on them? :D
Post by: Chris S on 29 November, 2012, 08:48:30 am
Post by: Bledlow on 29 November, 2012, 01:59:12 pm
£4.99.Set of stupidly cheap Decathlon mudguards for my old MTB. ...
Out of curiosity, how stupidly cheap? When I wanted some cheap ones for Vince, the best I could do was a pair of relatively cheap SKS ones from (Wiggle iirc), which were about £13 a pair. The price of mudguards is fairly ridiculous considering how cheap to manufacture there are (even compared to other components we build bikes out of). I'm guessing their bulk to store and transport has a noticeable impact on pricing.
They're MTB-style, no stays. One attachment point for the front, two for the back.
Post by: reddo on 29 November, 2012, 03:43:12 pm
Post by: JT on 29 November, 2012, 03:46:01 pm
I like the fact that the inners are usable gloves in their own right and they have stuff in the finger tips so I can use my iphone without removing them.
Post by: Noodley on 29 November, 2012, 03:48:33 pm
So now, instead of worrying about getting lost on audaxes, I'll be riding about in the wrong direction blaming "bloody technology" ;D
Post by: GrahamG on 29 November, 2012, 05:11:03 pm
A GPS thingymabob, 3rd hand :thumbsup:
So now, instead of worrying about getting lost on audaxes, I'll be riding about in the wrong direction blaming "bloody technology" ;D
Barring mishaps, it does improve the experience generally :D
Post by: Juan Martín on 29 November, 2012, 06:58:33 pm
Post by: eck on 29 November, 2012, 07:03:01 pm
A GPS thingymabob, 3rd hand :thumbsup:It will make a change from blaming me. :P
So now, instead of worrying about getting lost on audaxes, I'll be riding about in the wrong direction blaming "bloody technology" ;D
Post by: spesh on 29 November, 2012, 07:06:46 pm
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 30 November, 2012, 11:29:15 am
My, that is a very pronounced ridge in the centre, isn't it? I hope I don't regret this purchase.
Post by: Ham on 30 November, 2012, 11:47:18 am
Ribmo's arrived from Wiggle.
My, that is a very pronounced ridge in the centre, isn't it? I hope I don't regret this purchase.
I love 'em - it does affect the handling but I think in a good way. You get the rolling of a thinner tyre with very good cornering indeed, the transition between the two takes a little getting used to.
You only get the full effect when you have them front and rear - at the moment I have a Durano on the back as I had a terminal with the rear one day when I was out. Had it been planned I would have stuck with Ribmo.
Downside of the tyre is wet adhesion IMO, as compared to Conti SportContact slicks but no worse than many.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 30 November, 2012, 01:32:44 pm
Set of stupidly cheap Decathlon mudguards for my old MTB. ...
Out of curiosity, how stupidly cheap? When I wanted some cheap ones for Vince, the best I could do was a pair of relatively cheap SKS ones from (Wiggle iirc), which were about £13 a pair. The price of mudguards is fairly ridiculous considering how cheap to manufacture there are (even compared to other components we build bikes out of). I'm guessing their bulk to store and transport has a noticeable impact on pricing.
For stupidly cheap full guards, there are always these: http://www.fudgescyclestore.com/index.php?p=195867
There's P&P on orders below £10, though.
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 30 November, 2012, 01:57:34 pm
Having now seen them, I'm a little worried that they might have a tendency to 'follow' cracks in the road surface (where a trench has been cut out, filled and then filling failed, for example). The prevalence of these is why I'm riding on 1.75" tyres rather than the road bikeRibmo's arrived from Wiggle.
My, that is a very pronounced ridge in the centre, isn't it? I hope I don't regret this purchase.
I love 'em - it does affect the handling but I think in a good way. You get the rolling of a thinner tyre with very good cornering indeed, the transition between the two takes a little getting used to.
Post by: Auntie Helen on 30 November, 2012, 02:04:56 pm
After about two and a half miles I was doing a hard right turn under braking when the brakes started making a really awful noise. Looking down I could see a little bit of metal sticking up from the pads. Uh oh.
I disassembled it all and found this:
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/486201_10151120529191786_2024164409_n.jpg)
The pads had worn and the little bit of metal that holds them in place had bent.
So I removed the brake entirely (including cable), stuck it in my pannier and cycled off down to my excellent LBS (which was five miles away at this point, down a pretty steep hill, so one-brake riding was quite interesting) and bought replacement pads. They fitted the pads on the disassembled brake for me and I'll do the other side when it needs it.
Those pads have lasted 9,780 miles which is really not bad at all, especially as I ride in all weathers.
Post by: Chris S on 30 November, 2012, 02:50:26 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 30 November, 2012, 02:58:47 pm
Post by: Ham on 30 November, 2012, 02:59:00 pm
Having now seen them, I'm a little worried that they might have a tendency to 'follow' cracks in the road surface (where a trench has been cut out, filled and then filling failed, for example). The prevalence of these is why I'm riding on 1.75" tyres rather than the road bikeRibmo's arrived from Wiggle.
My, that is a very pronounced ridge in the centre, isn't it? I hope I don't regret this purchase.
I love 'em - it does affect the handling but I think in a good way. You get the rolling of a thinner tyre with very good cornering indeed, the transition between the two takes a little getting used to.
these 26ers or 700c?
I ride on 700x28, and while you get the narrow contact patch in a straight line, it changes to a wider patch pretty quick. So, while it feels like a 23 on the flat, it feels like a 30 (wider than a 28, anyway) for handling purposes. The switch between the two can be felt as you go into a corner, but happens naturally the rest of the time.
Post by: Chris S on 30 November, 2012, 03:37:28 pm
Try using the brakes less. Makes for faster descending...
:)
Sadly, there are no descents round here. Instead, the roads are covered in a grinding paste of pig shit, teeny weeny bits of flint, and road salt; which was mobilised last weekend by 7 hours of rain. You are immune to this, on account of your Stay-Indoors policy whenever it so much as clouds over. A not-entirely unreasonable policy, I might add.
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 30 November, 2012, 03:39:02 pm
26"Having now seen them, I'm a little worried that they might have a tendency to 'follow' cracks in the road surface (where a trench has been cut out, filled and then filling failed, for example). The prevalence of these is why I'm riding on 1.75" tyres rather than the road bike
these 26ers or 700c?
I ride on 700x28, and while you get the narrow contact patch in a straight line, it changes to a wider patch pretty quick. So, while it feels like a 23 on the flat, it feels like a 30 (wider than a 28, anyway) for handling purposes. The switch between the two can be felt as you go into a corner, but happens naturally the rest of the time.
We'll see.
Post by: TimO on 30 November, 2012, 04:53:22 pm
For stupidly cheap full guards, there are always these: http://www.fudgescyclestore.com/index.php?p=195867Set of stupidly cheap Decathlon mudguards for my old MTB. ...Out of curiosity, how stupidly cheap? When I wanted some cheap ones for Vince, the best I could do was a pair of relatively cheap SKS ones from (Wiggle iirc), which were about £13 a pair. The price of mudguards is fairly ridiculous considering how cheap to manufacture there are (even compared to other components we build bikes out of). I'm guessing their bulk to store and transport has a noticeable impact on pricing.
There's P&P on orders below £10, though.
Still cheaper than buying them from Wiggle (and they no longer have any in stock), which was £13.79 for a pair.
A couple of pairs, and something else to just bump it over £10, may be worth having for the random useful bits heap!
Post by: Ham on 01 December, 2012, 12:58:06 pm
26"Having now seen them, I'm a little worried that they might have a tendency to 'follow' cracks in the road surface (where a trench has been cut out, filled and then filling failed, for example). The prevalence of these is why I'm riding on 1.75" tyres rather than the road bike
these 26ers or 700c?
I ride on 700x28, and while you get the narrow contact patch in a straight line, it changes to a wider patch pretty quick. So, while it feels like a 23 on the flat, it feels like a 30 (wider than a 28, anyway) for handling purposes. The switch between the two can be felt as you go into a corner, but happens naturally the rest of the time.
We'll see.
I'll be interested to hear how you get on, I can see that it might not work the same on an MTB/hybrid, the effect is most fun in the drops.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 01 December, 2012, 01:26:12 pm
Post by: Kim on 01 December, 2012, 02:07:02 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 01 December, 2012, 06:41:23 pm
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 01 December, 2012, 10:05:13 pm
26"Having now seen them, I'm a little worried that they might have a tendency to 'follow' cracks in the road surface (where a trench has been cut out, filled and then filling failed, for example). The prevalence of these is why I'm riding on 1.75" tyres rather than the road bike
these 26ers or 700c?
I ride on 700x28, and while you get the narrow contact patch in a straight line, it changes to a wider patch pretty quick. So, while it feels like a 23 on the flat, it feels like a 30 (wider than a 28, anyway) for handling purposes. The switch between the two can be felt as you go into a corner, but happens naturally the rest of the time.
We'll see.
I'll be interested to hear how you get on, I can see that it might not work the same on an MTB/hybrid, the effect is most fun in the drops.
Drops
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5234/5896751531_c235ae7fec_z.jpg)
Post by: interzen on 01 December, 2012, 10:19:22 pm
Ribmo's arrived from Wiggle.Well if you decide you don't want them, I'd be quite happy to take them off your hands either for portraits of the Queen or swapsies for a pair of 26x2.0 Big Apples.
My, that is a very pronounced ridge in the centre, isn't it? I hope I don't regret this purchase.
FWIW, I've got 32mm RibMos on both the road-going Genesii and I wouldn't use anything else, TBH - they roll really well on the blacktop, cope fairly well with tracks providing it's not too muddy and are phenomenally puncture resistant. The central ridge also means they're a damn good turbo-trainer tyre (meaning I don't have to ditch the 25s that used to live on the Dave Yates ;) )
Post by: David Martin on 02 December, 2012, 09:43:35 am
Post by: TimO on 02 December, 2012, 10:59:42 am
I don't particularly suffer from cold hands on rides, a pair of bog standard gloves normally solves even the coldest of UK conditions, but you often need to take your gloves off to get tyres on and off, or for other more involved mechanicals. Even on the last FNRttC, when I had to sort out a quick repair on my rear wheel, after riding through a heap of glass a few minutes before, my hands were starting to be a little bit cold.
I've had a pair of chemical hand warmers in the past, but when we tried to trigger the reaction they did nothing, presumably the containing bags had sprung a slight leak, or they'd just become too old. This was on the Solstice ride a few years ago when neither I nor Wowbagger had gloves. I didn't mind too much, but Wowbagger was suffering a bit from it.
The Gelert ones are supposed to be reusable (you heat them up in a pan of water for twenty minutes), but it's worth an experiment at less than £4 for a pair! (Being Amazon, they initially offered me the order with first class postage, for an additional £6. ;D). The alternative option would be electrical ones, but faffing around with batteries and possibly separate units with leads, strikes me as being excessively complex if the Gelert ones will do the job.
Post by: Kim on 02 December, 2012, 11:57:39 am
The chemistry is quite clever (supersaturated sodium ethanoate). The clicky thing creates a nucleation point, causing exothermic crystallisation. Heat them in boiling water and the crystals dissolve, and (as long as you get all of them) will stay liquid when cooled.
I'm slightly impressed that they can rattle around in a rack bag without going off accidentally, tbh, but they do seem to manage it.
Post by: TimO on 02 December, 2012, 04:19:50 pm
I'm slightly impressed that they can rattle around in a rack bag without going off accidentally, tbh, but they do seem to manage it.
That's good to know. I was wondering if I was going to have to find a small rigid container to put them in (although that may be a good idea anyway, to minimise the risk of abrasive damage etc).
Post by: Butterfly on 02 December, 2012, 05:41:02 pm
I'm slightly impressed that they can rattle around in a rack bag without going off accidentally, tbh, but they do seem to manage it.
That's good to know. I was wondering if I was going to have to find a small rigid container to put them in (although that may be a good idea anyway, to minimise the risk of abrasive damage etc).
I've broken a couple and occasionally set them off by accident, but usually only when they have worked their way to underneath my lock or something. I have a few, I use them mainly for cramps and back ache rather than outside though, mainly because the incidences of me leaving the house between September and April or for any overnight ride with fewer than 2 pairs of thick gloves are non-existant.
Post by: Kim on 02 December, 2012, 06:19:15 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 02 December, 2012, 06:27:42 pm
Post by: Feline on 02 December, 2012, 06:34:19 pm
Post by: JonBuoy on 02 December, 2012, 06:53:50 pm
I have also got a very old clickable crystallizing type of hand warmer. It clearly states 'Not for use by diabetics or by a paralysed person' on the outside of it ???
Post by: Butterfly on 02 December, 2012, 06:55:38 pm
I have also got a very old clickable crystallizing type of hand warmer. It clearly states 'Not for use by diabetics or by a paralysed person' on the outside of it ???
In case the user doean't have the sensitivity to fell that it is burning them.
Post by: Wendy on 02 December, 2012, 07:00:42 pm
I have also got a very old clickable crystallizing type of hand warmer. It clearly states 'Not for use by diabetics or by a paralysed person' on the outside of it ???
That stuff annoys me! It's a bit like the gym that told a diabetic that he couldn't use the rowing machine. WTF????
Post by: TimO on 02 December, 2012, 07:07:09 pm
Similarly you find cough cures with any sugar in them being considered unsuitable for diabetics, ignoring the fact that the viral condition itself has probably already fubared up good diabetic control anyway. I'm not suggesting that you should ignore sugar in a cough cure, but it's just something else that should be taken into consideration, and the amount of sugar ingested is probably relatively small.
It's not sugar that's a problem for an insulin controlled diabetic, it's that the amount of sugar which is ingested should be controlled, and appropriate for the amount and types of insulin being used. I eat sugar (and other carbohydrates) every day, and don't explode because of this. ;D
Post by: fuzzy on 03 December, 2012, 12:22:26 pm
With my wheel magnet I got a free pint of Rebellion Brewery IPA, a mince pie, a several of Chocolates and sundry savoury nibbles and 2 PowerBar energy bars.
LBS new premises opening day
Saddle Safari in Marlow has a wonderful new shop :thumbsup:
Post by: zigzag on 04 December, 2012, 12:56:45 pm
Post by: delthebike on 04 December, 2012, 01:00:59 pm
Post by: Andrij on 04 December, 2012, 02:25:30 pm
Post by: interzen on 04 December, 2012, 02:46:28 pm
Plus, I'll be able to use my Camper Longflap saddlebag when I go trail riding - that ought to raise a few eyebrows :demon:
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 04 December, 2012, 06:28:35 pm
Post by: Kim on 04 December, 2012, 06:46:38 pm
Took delivery of a Planet X cheapo front light, 4(!) rears and some gloves. I now have 8 rear lights, 6 front lights and I don't even want to count the pairs of gloves. :-[
Probably better not to. Because you just know they won't add up to whole pairs.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 04 December, 2012, 06:57:54 pm
Post by: Marco Stefano on 04 December, 2012, 07:48:13 pm
The cost of the cap was mostly covered by the lack of p&p as it brought the total neatly over the £20 threshold, dear. And it is lovely, too. ;D
Post by: fuzzy on 05 December, 2012, 03:44:15 pm
How long should I expect a boot to last before I get peeved again?
Post by: tiermat on 05 December, 2012, 04:45:42 pm
Post by: Andrij on 06 December, 2012, 01:08:05 pm
Post by: clarion on 06 December, 2012, 01:26:57 pm
Post by: Andrij on 06 December, 2012, 01:30:44 pm
I have ordered a wool winter cap directly from Walz, but that one will arrive in the Xmas package from my parents.
Post by: Kim on 06 December, 2012, 01:33:26 pm
I'm currently trying to work out whether they're comfortable or not. They do seem likely to make a significant difference to the cold toes problem, and (at least without cleats) feel pretty good to walk in. The leather isn't too leathery, which is also a bonus.
Post by: Kim on 06 December, 2012, 01:35:27 pm
I have ordered a wool winter cap directly from Walz, but that one will arrive in the Xmas package from my parents.
I've got one of those. It works astoundingly well. And you don't get sore ears[1] from the pressure like you do with a buff after a couple of hours.
[1] Your ears may vary in rigidity and sticky-outyness.
Post by: matthew on 06 December, 2012, 01:40:00 pm
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 06 December, 2012, 01:41:10 pm
And you don't get sore ears[1] from the pressure like you do with a buff after a couple of hours.
[1] Your ears may vary in rigidity and sticky-outyness.
I thought that was just me!
Slightly ear-related anecdote: My Bern helmet has a winter insert with cosy earflaps which also solves the buff problem. I caused Rob much hilarity by announcing that I’d found my flaps this morning, after they’d been put away for the summer months.
Post by: simonp on 06 December, 2012, 01:46:28 pm
1 Jante Velox Rim Cloth Self Adhesive Rim Tape (Wide)
1 Busch & Muller 4D-Lite Plus Mudguard Fitting Rear Dynamo Light with Standlight
1 Burley Standard Forged Hitch
1 Hope Grip Doctor Bar End Plugs
1 Fizik Handlebar Bargel with Microtex Tape - Black
1 Cateye Reflex TL-560 Rear Light
1 Jante Velox Rim Cloth Self Adhesive Rim Tape (Medium)
2 KoolStop Thinline Dual Compound Cantilever Blocks
From Halfords:
1 SRAM PC870 chain
10 zip ties
Post by: Kim on 06 December, 2012, 01:49:28 pm
And you don't get sore ears[1] from the pressure like you do with a buff after a couple of hours.
[1] Your ears may vary in rigidity and sticky-outyness.
I thought that was just me!
I had an ex with an adorable little brother (in as much as any 10 year old boy can be adorable, naturally) who had - well, presumably still has - comedy sticky-out but bendy ears. His party trick was to fold them up and tuck them in, then cause them to pop out at will. My shock at this naturally lead to a discussion of the rigidity of ears, asking everyone we met how bendy their ears were, etc, and he declared mine to be freakish and stiff.
Still, at least they're symmetrical enough to hang a pair of glasses from. That would be *really* annoying.
Post by: clarion on 06 December, 2012, 02:21:07 pm
I meant to get some rim tape, but I forgot :-[
Post by: Quint on 06 December, 2012, 08:41:05 pm
Post by: perpetual dan on 06 December, 2012, 09:34:13 pm
Post by: Kim on 06 December, 2012, 10:25:37 pm
MT91 boots, as recommended by various of this parish.
I'm currently trying to work out whether they're comfortable or not.
Been wearing them around the house all afternoon with two pairs of thick socks. Have decided they fit okay, and just need a bit of breaking in. They're substantially warmer than my usual docs, but I still have cold toes (as is usual for winter). Will fit cleats and try them on the bike tomorrow.
I've also discovered that this is the critical size for catching your heel on the overhanging bit of the previous step while walking downstairs (DAHIKT). Wonder how people with big feet manage not to die.
Post by: LindaG on 07 December, 2012, 08:17:27 am
I wore mine on the pubbe run last night. This involved wading through deepish mud and icy puddles. Feet warm and dry throughout. I didn't have winter in mind when I got these boots but I'm glad I got them fer sure.MT91 boots, as recommended by various of this parish.
I'm currently trying to work out whether they're comfortable or not.
Been wearing them around the house all afternoon with two pairs of thick socks. Have decided they fit okay, and just need a bit of breaking in. They're substantially warmer than my usual docs, but I still have cold toes (as is usual for winter). Will fit cleats and try them on the bike tomorrow.
I've also discovered that this is the critical size for catching your heel on the overhanging bit of the previous step while walking downstairs (DAHIKT). Wonder how people with big feet manage not to die.
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 07 December, 2012, 11:27:29 am
Might have put a deposit down onna Brommie yesterday, although I won’t be seeing it for quite some time.
Post by: Chris S on 07 December, 2012, 11:31:11 am
I’ve got some of those boots too. I think they work as well as anything does for someone with Reynauds…
Funny you should mention that - as I'm sat here with numb, blue/grey fingers - trying very hard to use a keyboard :D. I've found donating blood doesn't help the condition much...
Post by: Andrij on 07 December, 2012, 11:45:56 am
Might have put a deposit down onna Brommie yesterday, although I won’t be seeing it for quite some time.
You should stay away from the Internet when you've been drinking! ;)
In case you have actually done the deed, congrats! I shall be thinking along those lines in the new year (hopefully!).
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 07 December, 2012, 01:09:35 pm
I’ve got some of those boots too. I think they work as well as anything does for someone with Reynauds…
Funny you should mention that - as I'm sat here with numb, blue/grey fingers - trying very hard to use a keyboard :D. I've found donating blood doesn't help the condition much...
I thought that was normal until my GP commented that my hands & nails 'shouldn’t really be that colour' on an unrelated visit. Apparently a glass of red wine a day helps!
Might have put a deposit down onna Brommie yesterday, although I won’t be seeing it for quite some time.
You should stay away from the Internet when you've been drinking! ;)
In case you have actually done the deed, congrats! I shall be thinking along those lines in the new year (hopefully!).
Wasn't drunk thank you very much, after a period of extensive research, culminating in riding Rob's Brom to work and back, I nipped into Brixton Cycles after work and did the deed.
Will probably have to sell the Gazelle though. I love it to bits but I really can't justify having two 'utility/commuter' bikes. And Brommies aren't cheap.
But ta for the congrats :)
Post by: clarion on 07 December, 2012, 03:04:34 pm
Might have put a deposit down onna Brommie yesterday, although I won’t be seeing it for quite some time.
You should stay away from the Internet when you've been drinking! ;)
In case you have actually done the deed, congrats! I shall be thinking along those lines in the new year (hopefully!).
In which case, you may no longer need another small-wheeled bicycle... ;)
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 07 December, 2012, 03:10:23 pm
Might have put a deposit down onna Brommie yesterday, although I won’t be seeing it for quite some time.
You should stay away from the Internet when you've been drinking! ;)
In case you have actually done the deed, congrats! I shall be thinking along those lines in the new year (hopefully!).
In which case, you may no longer need another small-wheeled bicycle... ;)
??? Pr’ap’s it just Friday brain, but I don’t geddit…?
Post by: Feline on 07 December, 2012, 04:58:01 pm
http://www.starbike.com/p/Schwalbe-Winter-KevlarGuard-5181-en
They have the same studs in them as the 35mm ones but 2 rows rather than 4 and a less deep tread pattern. Of course they also look significantly narrower. Whilst these may not be as good in actual snow they look like they will do the business on ice which was what I wanted them for. I will need to do the 'wear in' gentle miles on tarmac now :D
Post by: Butterfly on 07 December, 2012, 05:01:59 pm
Might have put a deposit down onna Brommie yesterday, although I won’t be seeing it for quite some time.
You should stay away from the Internet when you've been drinking! ;)
In case you have actually done the deed, congrats! I shall be thinking along those lines in the new year (hopefully!).
In which case, you may no longer need another small-wheeled bicycle... ;)
??? Pr’ap’s it just Friday brain, but I don’t geddit…?
He's suggesting that Andrij might not need a Brompton and a Moulton ;). I think clarion feels that he can think of a solution to the conundrum Andrij faces ;D.
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 07 December, 2012, 05:06:22 pm
The reason for my confusion was that when Andrij said he was 'thinking along those lines' I thought he meant a new bike generally rather than specifically a Brommie (probably because I know he said in another thread he's yearning for a Pashley...)
I think I need to go home.
Post by: Andrij on 07 December, 2012, 05:10:30 pm
That's my only bicycle conundrum at the moment. :)
NSTN, there are a number of bikes I'd like. For 2013, I'm looking at either a Brompton of something 'gentlemanly'.
Post by: jogler on 07 December, 2012, 06:08:48 pm
Post by: eck on 07 December, 2012, 06:22:16 pm
I bought something from Longstaff's earlier in the week.Oooh, sounds exciting. Please do tell. Will there be foties?
Post by: jogler on 07 December, 2012, 06:24:26 pm
The purchase was not what Longstaff's are best known for :(
Post by: Ashaman42 on 07 December, 2012, 06:55:28 pm
Post by: TimO on 08 December, 2012, 10:43:41 pm
Last night a couple of reflective wristbands as I'm not entirely sure my signals are that visible what with the dark gloves and jersey. Worth a try at £2.45 for a pair (yay eBay, Halfords wanted £4 for a single one).
The best price I've found recently (well a year or two back), was in Decathlon, where they had them £1 for a pair. I should pop in there and have a look at what cheap stuff they've got in stock currently.
Post by: Perky on 09 December, 2012, 07:59:16 pm
Post by: TimO on 10 December, 2012, 05:55:55 pm
I'm slightly impressed that they can rattle around in a rack bag without going off accidentally, tbh, but they do seem to manage it.That's good to know. I was wondering if I was going to have to find a small rigid container to put them in (although that may be a good idea anyway, to minimise the risk of abrasive damage etc).
Famous last words. Today was the first time I had them in my pannier, and one of them triggered during the 12 mile cycle in! I think I need to find a moderately rigid container for them. A small Tupperware type container will probably do the job.
Post by: Feline on 10 December, 2012, 06:05:49 pm
It seems he's been riding 10km time trials at Uni and finding his arse a bit uncomfortable in chinos with a leg rolled up ;D
Stage 2 will be to convert him to the idea of clipless pedals ....
Post by: GrahamG on 11 December, 2012, 12:02:18 pm
Post by: Quint on 11 December, 2012, 12:09:13 pm
Post by: clarion on 11 December, 2012, 12:16:15 pm
Post by: bikepacker on 11 December, 2012, 02:47:00 pm
Post by: LEE on 11 December, 2012, 03:00:25 pm
My son 'who doesn't wear cycling clothes' on his bike has asked for Levi commuter jeans and some cycling underwear for Christmas :o :o
It seems he's been riding 10km time trials at Uni and finding his arse a bit uncomfortable in chinos with a leg rolled up ;D
Stage 2 will be to convert him to the idea of clipless pedals ....
I got some odd looks from Andover CTC folks when I entered their TT using my single-speed with Carradice Barley attached (you never know when you'll need those sandwiches on a 10 mile ride).
Post by: mrkwr on 11 December, 2012, 08:45:39 pm
Post by: Gus on 11 December, 2012, 09:20:59 pm
2 Schwalbe marathom mondial 50mm
3 KMC X10'93 chains
1 Sram 12-36 Casette
2 KCNC jockey wheels.
So now I only need a few extra things and I think I will manage until june. :)
Post by: LindaG on 11 December, 2012, 09:50:51 pm
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 12 December, 2012, 04:59:53 pm
Shortly I shall attempt to transfer the frame from Rob’s C bag (which I have also borrowed, along with the Brommie) and see if the C bag will fit inside the more rigid Carradice so that I can take both home.
I’ve never really owned a bike that was suited to Carradice before (my bikes all have racks and I have never needed both panniers and saddlebags) but I like the look of this more than anything else that is available for Brommies. Shame my own Brommie won’t be with me until March!
Post by: interzen on 12 December, 2012, 05:02:10 pm
Looks like I'll be using Saturday's Christmas ride to see how the bike handles with 75% of my bikepacking kit strapped to it1. Fluorescent yellow dry-bags .... should brighten the day somewhat.
1 - it'd be 100% if I had my framebag, but I don't so it isn't.
Post by: Tim Hall on 12 December, 2012, 07:21:37 pm
Loads of other cycling stuff TAAW, as presents for misc. family members.
Post by: Perky on 13 December, 2012, 01:00:20 am
Post by: GrahamG on 13 December, 2012, 02:59:17 pm
Post by: tiermat on 13 December, 2012, 04:07:22 pm
2* Crank Brothers Multitools (Premium Pixl)
4* AirHole masks
40* Schwalbe 700C inner tubes (20* 18-28 and 20* 28-45). Might have over ordered on that one, anyone need spares? I got them at £3 each, so will sell them on at the same...
Post by: Karla on 13 December, 2012, 04:20:38 pm
Post by: tiermat on 13 December, 2012, 05:08:54 pm
I'll take a few off you.
I'll chuck some in the car and bring them along on Saturday, if you can make it, I'll see you there, if not let me know how many you want and I will pass them on to another Yorkite to get them to you.
Post by: Karla on 13 December, 2012, 05:12:14 pm
[Actually, how long are the valves?]
Post by: reddo on 13 December, 2012, 05:23:07 pm
Post by: tiermat on 14 December, 2012, 06:36:12 am
Okay, I'll let you know.
[Actually, how long are the valves?]
40mm
Post by: mrkwr on 15 December, 2012, 03:02:05 pm
Post by: Canardly on 15 December, 2012, 06:55:27 pm
Not quite sure how it happened, but I seem to have put down the deposit on by far the nicest (& most expensive bike) I'll have ever owned. Should be here by late January ...
You cant leave it like that man! Details and pics if poss.
Post by: mrkwr on 16 December, 2012, 06:25:20 pm
Van Nicholas Yukon, with SON dynohub & Edelux, handbuilts wheels, proper mudguards, triple chainset
Post by: Canardly on 16 December, 2012, 09:28:27 pm
Post by: interzen on 16 December, 2012, 10:08:29 pm
Keeping stuff lashed to my front rack, for the use of.
Post by: Quint on 16 December, 2012, 10:08:46 pm
Post by: Feline on 17 December, 2012, 01:00:20 am
Meant to write a second post but got distracted. Anyway:
Van Nicholas Yukon, with SON dynohub & Edelux, handbuilts wheels, proper mudguards, triple chainset
Sounds epic :D
Post by: billplumtree on 17 December, 2012, 01:34:47 pm
Not me but Barbara bought me a Campagnolo jumper in the Chainreaction sale
A shimano one would have been better :demon:
Post by: mrkwr on 17 December, 2012, 05:54:38 pm
Meant to write a second post but got distracted. Anyway:
Van Nicholas Yukon, with SON dynohub & Edelux, handbuilts wheels, proper mudguards, triple chainset
Sounds epic :D
Yes, I'm hoping so too! Can't wait for it to come - no date as yet but likely late January-ish. Probably too late for the Dr Fosters Winter Warmer I just signed up for though
Post by: tiermat on 18 December, 2012, 12:12:46 pm
It's much bigger than my Edge 705, so the screen should be easier to read! Takes 2*AA so I won't need to remember to charge it.
Further reports as it gets used :)
Post by: Ham on 19 December, 2012, 07:59:12 am
Takes 2*AA so I won't need to remember to charge it.
If it is anything like the Oregon, it will much prefer rechargeables to alkalines....
Alkalines are useful as backup but it should run a set of 2900 mA/h for a day (unless you are doing a 24 hour-er)
Post by: bloomers100 on 19 December, 2012, 07:06:29 pm
Handy for when I'm out with whatsisface though!
Post by: Feline on 19 December, 2012, 07:32:32 pm
Post by: Kim on 20 December, 2012, 02:23:25 pm
Batteries from 7dayshop, as the existing ones are flat (see above).
That bargainous 160mm touring triple chainset from Spa that I've been meaning to buy for the Dawes for ages, as the stock cranks are Too Long and pointlessly heavy. Precipitated because new winter boots (which are umpty Shimano sizes bigger than normal) suffer from heel strike on the propstand when my pedalling gets sloppy in traffic.
Post by: tiermat on 20 December, 2012, 02:58:53 pm
Post by: jogler on 20 December, 2012, 07:09:45 pm
http://www.barbour.com/mens-clothing/hats/wax/accessories/wax-sports-cap
to replace the one I bought 16 years ago which is past it's best.
Not cycling specific but I've used mine specifically for cycling 'cause the long peak keeps the rain off my specs & the hat is also comfortable when worn under my magic hat.It is truly waterproof.
The original cost me £15 & via access to staff discount the new one was slightly less.Winwin.
Post by: zigzag on 21 December, 2012, 02:04:07 pm
Post by: JonBuoy on 22 December, 2012, 01:00:57 pm
They have just arrived, look reasonable quality and actually fit me quite well. I will give them a real test when it stops raining.
Post by: Quint on 22 December, 2012, 01:56:13 pm
and a Leyzene micro floor drive, I'm amazed at how light it is? It should ensure that I don't have a visitation having shelled out.
Handy for when I'm out with whatsisface though!
May you indeed be visitation free but the Lezyne is very good, it actually does what is says and wizzes a 26 inch wheel up to 90psi in double quick time and nice looking as well :)
Post by: interzen on 24 December, 2012, 11:05:25 am
The bottle cages are, surprise surprise, for the green Genesis - now that I've ordered my frame bag I've taken the bottle cage off the 'inside' of the main triangle. I've now got one cage mounted under the downtube and the other two on the fork blades. The net result is a threefold increase in liquid carrying capacity :thumbsup:
Since I have to drag my sorry self up the A1 to see my parents tomorrow I'll likely be doing another 'loaded' trail test on Boxing Day which, given the amount of rain we've had recently, promises to be, erm, interesting and may well confirm that I'll need to change to 1.9" or 2" tyres to improve mud clearance.
Post by: Kim on 24 December, 2012, 12:46:20 pm
The bottle cages are, surprise surprise, for the green Genesis - now that I've ordered my frame bag I've taken the bottle cage off the 'inside' of the main triangle. I've now got one cage mounted under the downtube and the other two on the fork blades. The net result is a threefold increase in liquid carrying capacity :thumbsup:
Though presumably none reachable while riding along?
Less important off-road, I suppose.
Post by: interzen on 24 December, 2012, 01:04:00 pm
In theory, the two on the forks are reachable whilst riding along as they're mounted near the top of the fork legs - each fork leg has three braze-ons, ostensibly for Salsa 'Anything' cages - the bottom of the three is used for the leg of my front rack and the top two are spaced correctly for a bottle cage. Since I effectively 'lose' two mounting points because of the frame bag, I'm effectively regaining them albeit in a marginally less convenient place.The bottle cages are, surprise surprise, for the green Genesis - now that I've ordered my frame bag I've taken the bottle cage off the 'inside' of the main triangle. I've now got one cage mounted under the downtube and the other two on the fork blades. The net result is a threefold increase in liquid carrying capacity :thumbsup:
Though presumably none reachable while riding along?
Less important off-road, I suppose.
In practice, however, my main hydration source will be a Camelbak or similar - having a couple of litres of water 'spare' is rather handy, though. Whilst I could keep a water bottle in the cage under the downtube, I generally carry a fuel bottle in that position.
Post by: Kim on 24 December, 2012, 01:17:40 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 24 December, 2012, 01:19:04 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 24 December, 2012, 10:14:06 pm
I reckon a Camelbak is preferable off-road anyway, on account of the sheep shit factor.
My "road" bottles all have covers after an unfortunate cow shit->dodgy stomach Winter ride.
That it's slightly more difficult to have a drink whilst moving is a small price to pay IMO.
Post by: Quint on 25 December, 2012, 01:51:05 pm
Post by: IanDG on 25 December, 2012, 03:34:19 pm
(Mrs W does listen to my mutterings then) ;)
Post by: Martin 14 on 25 December, 2012, 03:40:39 pm
Post by: eck on 25 December, 2012, 04:15:45 pm
Post by: Paul Rainbow on 25 December, 2012, 05:30:15 pm
Post by: LindaG on 25 December, 2012, 05:35:37 pm
Hurrah! :D
Post by: Adrian on 25 December, 2012, 09:01:00 pm
A great carradice dux back cycle cape from Santa! Can't wait to go out in the rain!You probably won't have to wait long.
Post by: perpetual dan on 25 December, 2012, 09:06:07 pm
(http://blog.a-dan.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/wpid-IMAG0237.jpg)
Post by: Ashaman42 on 25 December, 2012, 10:08:19 pm
Post by: Feline on 25 December, 2012, 10:10:30 pm
Post by: Nelson Longflap on 25 December, 2012, 10:15:38 pm
And a SP PV8 dyohub laced to a Velocity A23 rim to solve my lighting problems. Woohoo! ;D Feels splendidly light with no tyre.
Post by: simonp on 25 December, 2012, 10:46:29 pm
I got Wiggo’s latest book from my aunt and uncle.
I got a "League of Gentlemen cyclists" t-shirt from my sister and her fiancé.
All good. :)
Post by: Dinamo on 26 December, 2012, 08:52:05 am
.... containing socks, cap, lights, gloves & overshoes !
Post by: CrinklyLion on 26 December, 2012, 11:44:50 am
Post by: Jurek on 26 December, 2012, 01:20:53 pm
I've tried it several times in three different browsers - but every time I reach the 'final' payment confirmation it throws up an error dialogue box saying they're 'unable to process the payment please try again, or phone this customer services number'
Which, needless to say, no one's answering today, and emailing them gets an 'out of office until Jan 2nd' reply.
Fantastic.
Given that the offer closes on Dec 31st.
Meh!
Post by: Juan Martín on 26 December, 2012, 01:47:13 pm
Post by: Moose57 on 30 December, 2012, 02:19:21 pm
Roll on Spring
Post by: interzen on 30 December, 2012, 02:55:23 pm
Might even have to buy another saddlebag to go with it1 :P
1 - said only partly in jest. My Camper Longflap saddlebag is starting to show its age, although I'm reluctant to pension it off as its colour now pretty much matches the frame of the green Genesis.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 30 December, 2012, 04:39:55 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 30 December, 2012, 04:57:28 pm
Socks and gloves from Planet X. I managed not to buy any more lights this time.
Well, I would have ordered stuff if their website had actually worked and let me pay. ::-)
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 30 December, 2012, 05:53:23 pm
EDIT: Now ordered 34t chainring, blue handlebar tape, MTB toestraps, cheap dynohub, longer brake bolts, dynamo light mount, brake pads and 8sp 13-26t cassette. Still some bits to go, including an Alfine oiling kit.
Post by: Moose57 on 30 December, 2012, 06:02:08 pm
A pair of Rigida Chrina rims, black leather bar tape and a mini faux leather tool case all for the Hanlon project bike, and a cycling cap take the order over the free delivery limit.
Juan, where did you get the faux leather tool case?
Post by: L CC on 30 December, 2012, 06:21:46 pm
Hugi hubs are this:
Post by: interzen on 30 December, 2012, 06:25:31 pm
Not quite, but we're about to.You were right the first time.
Hugi hubs are this:Shitunsuitable for us
Post by: Juan Martín on 30 December, 2012, 06:31:40 pm
A pair of Rigida Chrina rims, black leather bar tape and a mini faux leather tool case all for the Hanlon project bike, and a cycling cap take the order over the free delivery limit.
Juan, where did you get the faux leather tool case?
It's one of these from PlanetX :
http://www.planet-x-bikes.co.uk/i/q/BASMGBSB/selle_monte_grappa_borsello_leather_tool_saddle_bag
I have bought several of these and they are just the job for carrying a thingy repair set and a couple of spanners - if it's already attached to the bike then you don't have to remember to take it! I just can't bring myself to part with £60 or whatever for the genuine leather Brooks equivalent.
Post by: Ashaman42 on 30 December, 2012, 08:19:30 pm
I have an email receipt from Paypal but nothing from PlanetX's computers. Will see if there's any movement tomorrow and if not email them. If the transaction hasn't gone through hopefully I will find out whilst it's still free delivery for orders over £20.
Post by: Andrij on 30 December, 2012, 08:33:24 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/577886_10151321320263399_2041747423_n.jpg)
Roll on Spring
If I ever own one of their bicycles, I must have one of those jerseys.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 30 December, 2012, 08:34:25 pm
WellI might have bought a Smart Lunar light set and a cotton cap from PlanetX, and I might not. Browser froze upon clicking buy on Paypal. Didn't hit refresh as didn't want to buy it all twice.
I think the checkout's been broken for most of the day (I've tried a few times at different points!) until just now. If you've got an email confirmation from Paypal, that's more promising than what I was getting (nothing, and it hadn't gone through in Paypal either). Had another go a few minutes ago and it's worked, finally - confirmation emails from both Paypal and Planet X.
Post by: hubner on 30 December, 2012, 08:35:11 pm
(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/31QGnnAQKFL._SL500_AA300_.jpg)
Post by: Moose57 on 30 December, 2012, 08:52:45 pm
A pair of Rigida Chrina rims, black leather bar tape and a mini faux leather tool case all for the Hanlon project bike, and a cycling cap take the order over the free delivery limit.
Juan, where did you get the faux leather tool case?
It's one of these from PlanetX :
http://www.planet-x-bikes.co.uk/i/q/BASMGBSB/selle_monte_grappa_borsello_leather_tool_saddle_bag
I have bought several of these and they are just the job for carrying a thingy repair set and a couple of spanners - if it's already attached to the bike then you don't have to remember to take it! I just can't bring myself to part with £60 or whatever for the genuine leather Brooks equivalent.
Cheers, it could be just the thing to go with the new Spa Saddle on my Venturelli :thumbsup:
Post by: BrianI on 02 January, 2013, 11:56:23 am
Post by: LEE on 02 January, 2013, 12:09:42 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/577886_10151321320263399_2041747423_n.jpg)
Roll on Spring
If I ever own one of their bicycles, I must have one of those jerseys.
I recently became the owner of a Pinarello (but I think that (lovely) jersey may give people the wrong impression of the bike I was going to ride away from the cafe on).
Post by: perpetual dan on 03 January, 2013, 10:19:59 pm
Post by: fuzzy on 04 January, 2013, 08:57:53 am
Staff discount is a wonderful thing :thumbsup:
Post by: Andrij on 04 January, 2013, 09:40:14 am
Post by: zigzag on 04 January, 2013, 03:02:45 pm
Post by: tiermat on 04 January, 2013, 03:29:51 pm
Mine is a rugged one, in ORANGE and Mrs T's is, yes you have guessed it, PURPLE!
Post by: andrewc on 04 January, 2013, 04:08:13 pm
ETA: It's a Carol.
Post by: PaulF on 04 January, 2013, 04:43:42 pm
Also ordered some new pedals as I've decided to give the singlespeed a new lease of life and it had donated its pedals elsewhere and a 'mud shovel' rear mudguard for the Pugsley
Post by: TimO on 04 January, 2013, 04:49:21 pm
The Armadillo's that are currently in use are around seven or eight years old, and starting to come apart (literally).
I'm in two minds whether to risk the rear tyre on the commute tonight, but given that the alternative is to use public transport, without my Kindle, so I'll have to spend the ride looking at my fellow passengers, or out the (dark) windows, I think I'll risk it, and cycle back home, so at least my bike is in the correct place when the tyres arrive!
Post by: handcyclist on 04 January, 2013, 04:50:10 pm
Treated myself to a helmet camera which arrived yesterday - strapped it to the bike for my lunchtime ride today. Very pleased with the results :thumbsup:
Which one did you get?
Post by: Feline on 04 January, 2013, 04:50:40 pm
Now I need to work how it works and differs from the 705. My 705 still works but the battery only lasts a couple of hours now after 2.5 years of constant service.
Post by: PaulF on 04 January, 2013, 04:54:36 pm
Treated myself to a helmet camera which arrived yesterday - strapped it to the bike for my lunchtime ride today. Very pleased with the results :thumbsup:
Which one did you get?
One of these (http://www.dogcamsport.co.uk/dogcam-bullet-hd-camera-WIDE.html)(http://www.dogcamsport.co.uk/images/Ahighslides/dogcam-bullet-hd-wide/bullet-hd-wide-text-s.jpg)
A DogCam Bullet HD Wide, only used it to see how well it worked. Strapped it to the frame and took it for a ride. Technically the quality is great, contentwise it might not be to everyone's taste :-\
Post by: smurphboy on 04 January, 2013, 06:13:21 pm
I spent my Christmas money from my dad on a Garmin Edge 800 which arrived today :thumbsup:
Now I need to work how it works and differs from the 705. My 705 still works but the battery only lasts a couple of hours now after 2.5 years of constant service.
The 800 is ace. But my battery is slowly dying (had it for two years) and I'm looking forward to the next new one...
I bought a new front tyre. 700c x 32 Specialized Armadillo thing... after finding an inch long gash in the sidewall of my old tire. Joy!
Post by: madcow on 04 January, 2013, 06:19:58 pm
Post by: andrewc on 04 January, 2013, 06:32:38 pm
Some one at CRC needs to order some plastic postal envelopes though.....
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8497/8345957891_aabf70d89d.jpg)
Post by: Ashaman42 on 04 January, 2013, 07:04:47 pm
(arrived) time atac cleats; the original ones are still usable, if wobbly, after about 20k km of commuting, social riding and audaxing.
Ha, I read that as 20km not 20k km and thought that's not very good. :facepalm:
Post by: mcshroom on 04 January, 2013, 07:57:25 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 04 January, 2013, 08:06:18 pm
They are to replace a pair of similar but zipped Endura overshoes that had lasted 4 winters before one of the zips broke.
The new ones take a bit of effort to get them on when I'm holding the bike shoe in my hand. I think it'll be easier when I'm actually wearing the shoes.
Post by: TimO on 04 January, 2013, 08:16:10 pm
To be clear, he's on about 20 Mm ;)
... or 20 Gmm. ;D
(although strictly speaking, I don't think you're supposed to concatenate multipliers).
Post by: DrMekon on 04 January, 2013, 08:19:01 pm
Post by: Quint on 04 January, 2013, 09:52:14 pm
Post by: interzen on 05 January, 2013, 12:38:24 pm
I've spent so long riding the fixed (which was fitted with Midges a good while ago) that I can no longer get on with the shallow drop Genesis bars. Plus ca change, and all that.
Post by: Ashaman42 on 05 January, 2013, 02:10:29 pm
And just paid for a Bagman2 for my new bike, not that I have a new bike yet (soon though my precious) :thumbsup:
Post by: Kim on 05 January, 2013, 04:51:52 pm
Post by: rideron on 05 January, 2013, 04:58:17 pm
Post by: TimC on 05 January, 2013, 05:16:44 pm
Post by: Karla on 05 January, 2013, 09:23:14 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 06 January, 2013, 02:35:45 am
Spa are selling off 28,38 and 48t rings cheap at the moment so I've got a 48t spare as well.
Also got a Carradura Bar bag
Post by: TimO on 06 January, 2013, 04:25:41 pm
I managed to loose my previous high-vis wraps over Christmas, when I put them aside at Northampton station, and forgot to put them on when cycling off, so they dropped off somewhere in the quarter mile or so before I realised that I hadn't put them on. Even though I retraced my route, I couldn't find them, although given their high-vis nature, that should have been easy. :-\
I also got some thin silk liner gloves, and a bright green pullover fleece, usable as a cycling layer (and at least a bit of a change from more predictable yellow tops!).
At £6.99 you can't really criticise the fleece. I got a previous one from there several years ago, which is still OK, but it's gotten a bit thin with repeated washing and drying.
Post by: Moose57 on 06 January, 2013, 07:11:56 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/577886_10151321320263399_2041747423_n.jpg)
Roll on Spring
If I ever own one of their bicycles, I must have one of those jerseys.
I recently became the owner of a Pinarello (but I think that (lovely) jersey may give people the wrong impression of the bike I was going to ride away from the cafe on).
Thing is it doesn't fit me like that sideways on! My Pinarello constantly gives a wrong impression of the bloke who is about to get on it!! ;D
Post by: MattH on 06 January, 2013, 07:50:24 pm
I spent my Christmas money from my dad on a Garmin Edge 800 which arrived today :thumbsup:
Now I need to work how it works and differs from the 705. My 705 still works but the battery only lasts a couple of hours now after 2.5 years of constant service.
Interesting. Mine is one of the original ones (so new to market that I got it to review for a mag around the UK launch time). I'm not sure how long it lasts for, but at nearly five years old and a lot of use it's certainly still in excess of 10 hours.
Post by: TimC on 07 January, 2013, 09:07:00 am
I spent my Christmas money from my dad on a Garmin Edge 800 which arrived today :thumbsup:
Now I need to work how it works and differs from the 705. My 705 still works but the battery only lasts a couple of hours now after 2.5 years of constant service.
Interesting. Mine is one of the original ones (so new to market that I got it to review for a mag around the UK launch time). I'm not sure how long it lasts for, but at nearly five years old and a lot of use it's certainly still in excess of 10 hours.
And new (higher than original capacity) batteries are available on eBay/Amazon for £18. They are very easy to fit.
Post by: zigzag on 07 January, 2013, 05:33:06 pm
Post by: interzen on 07 January, 2013, 05:50:01 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/537387_10151173208576636_668151026_n.jpg)
And a lovely piece of work it is, too, complete with (removable) internal divider :thumbsup:
Ready to rock and/or roll ;D
Post by: Jurek on 07 January, 2013, 07:25:17 pm
In a fetching shade of Beelzebub black.
The next stage in the Scott CR1 build....
Post by: BrianI on 08 January, 2013, 10:49:55 am
Just posted off my entry to the Musselburgh RCC 23rd Tour of East Lothian which is on the 17th feb. :thumbsup:
Post by: Tim Hall on 09 January, 2013, 12:25:45 am
Ordered a Walz cap.
V excited about this last one.
Post by: Ashaman42 on 10 January, 2013, 11:30:42 pm
Hoping they get here early next week as have an Audax at the weekend, annoyingly on the Saturday so will have to fettle midweek eveningtime.
Post by: Feline on 12 January, 2013, 12:54:38 am
Post by: TimO on 12 January, 2013, 12:33:56 pm
Now I need to pull the old (very knackered Armadillo) tyres off of Vince and put these on. This should solve the problem of the five or six fairy visits I've had in the last month or so.
Post by: dasmoth on 12 January, 2013, 05:58:54 pm
Also really need a few front light to replace the Cyo from the stolen Tempo (:'(), but after much ogling of eDeluxes and Supernovas, I've decided to stick with battery lights a little longer and see if I can hold out until the new B&M Luxos works its way through the supply chain.
Post by: Kim on 13 January, 2013, 05:47:34 pm
(After I broke it yesterday.)
Post by: TimC on 13 January, 2013, 05:58:13 pm
Post by: zigzag on 15 January, 2013, 04:44:08 pm
Post by: vorsprung on 15 January, 2013, 04:49:36 pm
I had a cold last week, for the first time in over a year
I think I spend more when I can't go out riding. It's a displacement activity
Post by: Canardly on 16 January, 2013, 08:08:45 pm
http://www.rutlandcycling.com/44938/Ultimate-Hardware-Track-Pump--Red.html
Post by: cycleman on 17 January, 2013, 10:15:47 am
Post by: Quint on 17 January, 2013, 12:27:16 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 17 January, 2013, 07:26:17 pm
Post by: interzen on 17 January, 2013, 07:36:32 pm
Specifically, a set of On-One Mary bars for Pugsley, to go with the Midge bars I ordered for the orange Genesis (which is unlikely to see much ride time until the snow has well and truly gone)
I also bought myself a new soldering iron, although that's only cycling stuff in the most tenuous sense.
Post by: dasmoth on 17 January, 2013, 07:49:20 pm
Post by: Kim on 17 January, 2013, 08:27:52 pm
Post by: tiermat on 18 January, 2013, 09:06:29 am
I appear to have bought a lovely tiny ickle (45cm)
Post by: dasmoth on 18 January, 2013, 11:52:16 am
Post by: hulver on 18 January, 2013, 01:25:11 pm
Post by: L CC on 18 January, 2013, 02:45:18 pm
I've just ordered a pair of thermal cycling trousers. The weather will now improve dramatically.
No problem, I'm happy to make this sacrifice.
Post by: Jeff in Wales on 18 January, 2013, 04:21:46 pm
The Parcel Force man and his van made it through the snow to deliver some new tyres. They are for my Specialized Crosstrail. Presently it has the original 'Trigger Sport' cyclocross tyres that have been OK until this last couple of weeks when they had a spate of punctures. No fun getting stressed and fixing punctures on the way to night shifts at work so opted for something that hopefully has a bit more puncture resistance.
These are new tyres for 2013 - lighter than the others in the Marathon range. Got them from here: http://www.hibike.de/shop/product/p6610679bf231382c6e66911685f87cec/Schwalbe-Marathon-Deluxe-Evolution-Double-Defense-Faltreifen.html (http://www.hibike.de/shop/product/p6610679bf231382c6e66911685f87cec/Schwalbe-Marathon-Deluxe-Evolution-Double-Defense-Faltreifen.html)
(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w279/gruntstripe/MarathonDeluxe106_zps00f00e10.jpg)
(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w279/gruntstripe/MarathonDeluxe105_zps1db0935c.jpg)
(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w279/gruntstripe/MarathonDeluxe104_zpscb10f75c.jpg)
(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w279/gruntstripe/MarathonDeluxe103_zpsf4c3cc7d.jpg)
(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w279/gruntstripe/MarathonDeluxe102_zps58e84dd6.jpg)
(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w279/gruntstripe/MarathonDeluxe101_zps2b0da94f.jpg)
(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w279/gruntstripe/MarathonDeluxe100_zps1f9b4309.jpg)
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 18 January, 2013, 04:27:56 pm
These are new tyres for 2013 - lighter than the others in the Marathon range.
Interesting. I wonder where they fit in to the range in relation to the Marathon Supreme.
Post by: Torslanda on 18 January, 2013, 09:20:35 pm
For those not aware: Sunday 20th January, Manchester Velodrome. Annual 'Bikes'n'Bits' cycle jumble.
Details Here (http://www.bikecreche.co.uk/buyers/)
Post by: David Martin on 18 January, 2013, 09:34:09 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 19 January, 2013, 05:36:26 pm
Post by: perpetual dan on 19 January, 2013, 09:19:30 pm
These are new tyres for 2013 - lighter than the others in the Marathon range.
Interesting. I wonder where they fit in to the range in relation to the Marathon Supreme.
The sandwich shop at work used to do this silly "everything with a superlative" naming too. The deluxe are £3 more expensive (for 700 * 35 folding at SJS). :P
Post by: Canardly on 20 January, 2013, 01:27:12 pm
Post by: dasmoth on 20 January, 2013, 02:53:52 pm
Interesting. I wonder where they fit in to the range in relation to the Marathon Supreme.
They look pretty much like original Marathons, with a fairly deep tread. They're substantially lighter than the standards, although a little heavier than the supremes (comparing 26x2.0" tyres in the tables on the Schwalbe web site).
Marathon Supremes are great on tarmac but -- unlike original Marathons -- don't seem to work very well on other surfaces, especially if there's some mud around. Marathon Deluxes might be better for that kind of use (which would be consistent with the "Allrounder" label Schwalbe put on them).
Post by: Ashaman42 on 20 January, 2013, 02:58:38 pm
Just realised I meant to get a new set of chainring bolts too, will have to see what their threshold is for free postage, worst case I cancel the original order and reorder.
Post by: Juan Martín on 20 January, 2013, 03:06:05 pm
Post by: PaulF on 20 January, 2013, 09:58:42 pm
Post by: TimO on 20 January, 2013, 11:07:45 pm
... from CRC ...
... will have to see what their threshold is for free postage ...
Zero, so long as you aren't in a rush. Their free postage is available for any order, regardless of how small. Things become somewhat less cost effective if you need it rapidly, and want to pay for faster delivery.
Post by: Ashaman42 on 21 January, 2013, 05:24:20 am
I hate it when things contradict themselves like that.
Post by: tiermat on 22 January, 2013, 11:55:04 am
I don't intend using these on the front (mainly as I don't have any bike that will take a front rack) but for those times when I don't need the full capacity of the rears.
Post by: tiermat on 22 January, 2013, 02:12:28 pm
A pair of Ortlieb Front Rollers in YELLOW, to match the barbag and the rear ones I already have.
I don't intend using these on the front (mainly as I don't have any bike that will take a front rack) but for those times when I don't need the full capacity of the rears.
They arrived shortly after I posted that.
I got them from eBay, paid about 1/2 what they are new, the picture on the listing was a stock one, not of the actual item, so I was expecting slightly worn panniers.
Nope, completely as new, look like they have never been fitted even!
Bargain!
Post by: Adam on 22 January, 2013, 05:58:41 pm
*Although I don't find either version of Marathon's particularly hard to get on or off.
Post by: clarion on 22 January, 2013, 08:45:58 pm
Post by: zigzag on 23 January, 2013, 12:17:50 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 23 January, 2013, 02:23:29 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 25 January, 2013, 12:29:53 am
Post by: L CC on 25 January, 2013, 03:49:42 pm
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Post by: interzen on 28 January, 2013, 01:08:00 pm
The plus side is that I'll have some proper wall-crawling gears for deep snow/mud, the downside is that I'm going to have to confront the Alfine Snap-Ring Of Doom to get the old sprocket off.
In any case, it's a cheaper way to lower gears than the alternative (£8 inc P&P for a new sprocket instead of £lots for a new Surly MWOD chainring)
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 31 January, 2013, 11:05:08 pm
Post by: Kim on 31 January, 2013, 11:26:48 pm
and, er, handlebar streamers. :facepalm:
Purple? :D
Post by: Vince on 01 February, 2013, 11:04:22 am
Post by: spindrift on 01 February, 2013, 11:09:27 am
http://www.planet-x-bikes.co.uk/c/q/lights/phaart_lights
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 01 February, 2013, 07:20:23 pm
and, er, handlebar streamers. :facepalm:
Purple? :D
Sadly not! Brown, to match the Brooks that's currently not on a bike...
Post by: dasmoth on 01 February, 2013, 07:26:01 pm
Post by: Adam on 01 February, 2013, 08:39:30 pm
From CRC a new pair of Endura Stealth Extreme tights, as well as rim tape and disc bolts so I can finish off setting up the spare set of wheels for the commuter bike.
From Planet X some Shimano M324 SPD/flat sided dual pedals to go onto the Circe Helios, plus 4 lots of the mega bright Smart Luna R2 rear lights which they had on offer for only £9.99 each.
Post by: Tim Hall on 01 February, 2013, 10:26:26 pm
(Seemed too quiet, but a swift google and reset to "rest of world" and volume is much better)
Post by: tiermat on 02 February, 2013, 11:00:49 am
Was looking all sad and lonely at the local auctions, and I got it for £16.80.
Suspect it may well cost me a lot more than that to get it back to a rideable state, though!
Post by: marcusjb on 02 February, 2013, 11:53:52 am
New KMC X10L chain - have a new Ultegra cassette to fit as well.
Swissstop Green Pro brake pads - people moan about them being expensive (£25ish for 2 pairs) - but this will be the first replacement in 2 years of audaxing in all weathers - so they've done their miles and still have a little life left in them. Being watched carefully now though.
Post by: clarion on 02 February, 2013, 01:16:12 pm
Oh - and some warm socks.
Post by: De Sisti on 02 February, 2013, 01:17:22 pm
Post by: cycleman on 02 February, 2013, 08:34:05 pm
Post by: zigzag on 04 February, 2013, 11:24:38 am
Post by: Marco Stefano on 04 February, 2013, 09:03:51 pm
Post by: ferret on 04 February, 2013, 09:11:42 pm
Post by: Kim on 04 February, 2013, 10:02:39 pm
Post by: ferret on 04 February, 2013, 10:11:40 pm
Post by: Kim on 04 February, 2013, 10:18:35 pm
Post by: fuzzy on 05 February, 2013, 08:02:51 am
Post by: Canardly on 05 February, 2013, 06:49:42 pm
Chain Whip
Torque wrench
Chain
Post by: sg37409 on 05 February, 2013, 07:00:43 pm
Post by: De Sisti on 05 February, 2013, 07:27:26 pm
I took some abuse from one of the contributors (a roadie?) who said that there must be something wrong with my arse if I didn't find Assos shorts comfortable. ???
Post by: zigzag on 06 February, 2013, 12:48:23 am
Post by: zigzag on 06 February, 2013, 12:48:17 pm
Post by: Dinamo on 06 February, 2013, 10:43:07 pm
Post by: tiermat on 07 February, 2013, 12:33:36 pm
Some workshop allen keys
Some knee warmers (in a slightly smaller size, to prevent the Nora Batty look)
A rear light, full width rack stylee
A couple of SS cogs for the Day One, in case I decide to keep it and want different gearing.
Post by: Adam on 07 February, 2013, 12:42:39 pm
I've been looking at getting a second pair of panniers, so that I can use all 4 on the Circe Helios tandem, when in cargo bike mode. My long serving Karrimor ones are marked as 50-75 litre so I went for the Altura Dryline 56 which seem even bigger than the Karrimor ones. I also bought some tandem gear cables, plus (seeing as I had a 25% Wiggle discount voucher on dhb clothes), £150's worth of assorted tops, shorts and longs.
Post by: diapsaon0 on 07 February, 2013, 09:11:35 pm
Post by: interzen on 07 February, 2013, 09:15:02 pm
Of particular note are the two sizes that I ordered: 3/4" (so far, so boring) and .... 45/64"(!) - when SunRace took over Sturmey-Archer they obviously inherited their collection of extremely bizarrely imperial-sized pingfuckits1
1 - the chainstay on the Genesis is approximately 18mm diameter, so one of these two should do the trick. I suspect that the 45/64" will be the better fit (45/64" = 17.85mm)
Post by: fuzzy on 08 February, 2013, 09:19:51 am
Post by: David Martin on 08 February, 2013, 02:49:38 pm
This is what it looks like at the moment:
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8218/8330599292_f0b7e5767f_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidmam/8330599292/)
Fallen trees below Millhole (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidmam/8330599292/) by davidmamartin (http://www.flickr.com/people/davidmam/), on Flickr
but hopefully it will be clear and cycleable (but not for NSTN - MTB/cross only at present) within a few weeks.
Excited? Me?
:D
Post by: bumper on 08 February, 2013, 02:58:43 pm
Post by: Karla on 08 February, 2013, 04:32:51 pm
Oh &#!%, I suppose that means I actually intend to do the 24 this year.
Post by: Kim on 08 February, 2013, 07:12:38 pm
Post by: Feline on 08 February, 2013, 10:42:30 pm
It's a little chilly for the shorts this week so I have yet to try them on. I think the tortoise logo suits my riding style very well :D
Post by: Quint on 08 February, 2013, 11:41:53 pm
Post by: interzen on 09 February, 2013, 02:25:03 pm
(http://www.brooksengland.com/images/cache/shop/shop_saddles/touring___trekking/b17_standard/colors/b17-std-_-ochre_w375_h275_vamiddle_jc95.jpg)
B17 standard in
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 09 February, 2013, 05:01:35 pm
Post by: interzen on 09 February, 2013, 05:04:12 pm
Yay! (See, I told you they existed! ;))You now have my permission to say 'I told you so' :P
Having looked at the Brooks website it would appear that
Post by: Quint on 09 February, 2013, 05:54:42 pm
A bike alarm, only £8 on Amazon, fiddly to set up and reset every time but hey, if anyone has knowledge of a decent sensor cycle alarm pls let me knowI have come upon a You Tube of this - GardSave GS101 Two-Way Wireless Bicycle Alarm System - It seems exactly what I want/need, I cannot however find a supplier/dealer, has anyone any knowledge please :)
Post by: mcshroom on 09 February, 2013, 05:58:32 pm
Yay! (See, I told you they existed! ;))You now have my permission to say 'I told you so' :P
Having looked at the Brooks website it would appear thatorangeMandarin has been discontinued :(
SJS still have them in stock though
http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/brooks-b17-standard-leather-saddle-2011-additional-colour-range-prod25169/
Post by: Moose57 on 09 February, 2013, 06:00:22 pm
Post by: interzen on 09 February, 2013, 06:20:05 pm
I already have one (on the orange Genesis, oddly enough) - if I bought another then I'd need an orange bike to go with it.Yay! (See, I told you they existed! ;))You now have my permission to say 'I told you so' :P
Having looked at the Brooks website it would appear thatorangeMandarin has been discontinued :(
SJS still have them in stock though
http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/brooks-b17-standard-leather-saddle-2011-additional-colour-range-prod25169/
Oh, wait .... ;D
(I'm actually considering having Pugsley and/or the 1x1 resprayed in the One True Colour)
Post by: diapsaon0 on 09 February, 2013, 06:51:28 pm
Post by: agagisgroovy on 09 February, 2013, 10:29:53 pm
Post by: interzen on 10 February, 2013, 02:22:56 pm
Since the Surly has disc brakes, hilarity/bodging may well ensue.
Post by: PaulF on 10 February, 2013, 02:33:14 pm
Post by: Vince on 11 February, 2013, 02:13:16 pm
Post by: tiermat on 12 February, 2013, 10:23:44 am
Post by: interzen on 13 February, 2013, 02:23:26 pm
Working out how these are 'cycling stuff' is left as an exercise for the reader.
Oh, and a set of tri-bars for the yellow Genesis :o
Post by: caerau on 13 February, 2013, 02:27:52 pm
Post by: fuzzy on 13 February, 2013, 02:35:09 pm
The post Grinks to purveyors of Fine Cycling Facilities?
Is 12 1st class stamps enough postage to get yourself mailed to the start of a Majorcan training camp?
Post by: caerau on 13 February, 2013, 02:39:02 pm
To send off applications to event organisers?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s-HoCVAqcx4
;)
Post by: interzen on 13 February, 2013, 02:46:12 pm
To send off applications to event organisers?Indeed it is.
I'm in the process of entering my first calendar audaxes for at least 10 years.
Quote
The post Grinks to purveyors of Fine Cycling Facilities?Nah - I prefer to get up close and personal whilst wielding a torque wrench.
In addition, given the general state of York's, ahem, facilities I don't think there are enough stamps or green ink in the known universe.
Quote
Is 12 1st class stamps enough postage to get yourself mailed to the start of a Majorcan training camp?Now that's something I'm prepared to try ... a mate of mine is currently in Majorca at the moment and from what I can gather from his Facebook updates the weather is disgustingly nice.
Post by: fuzzy on 13 February, 2013, 03:11:04 pm
Is 12 1st class stamps enough postage to get yourself mailed to the start of a Majorcan training camp?Now that's something I'm prepared to try ... a mate of mine is currently in Majorca at the moment and from what I can gather from his Facebook updates the weather is disgustingly nice.
I rented a bike pod to a bloke on Sunday. His wife has decamped to somewhere for a week or so doing something so he asked himself- a week at home in front of the TV or a week in Palma riding his bike?
I don't think he can sit in the pod watching TV so am guessing he went to Palma :thumbsup:
Post by: TimO on 13 February, 2013, 10:22:00 pm
They're obviously easier to engage the cleats to (excepting some of the newer ones with platforms), so it's worth an experiment, except that I'll have shoes with both SPDs and Eggbeater cleats, so I had better make sure I put the right set on!
Post by: caerau on 13 February, 2013, 10:36:36 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 14 February, 2013, 01:39:47 pm
And a repair kit for my Topeak Road Masterblaster, as the wee rubber grommet is shagged and slips off the valve before a suitable pressure is attained.
Both these from the (former) Bandits of Bridgwater, who seem to have a more reasonable P&P charge these days.
Post by: tiermat on 14 February, 2013, 02:11:04 pm
Now trying to work out what brakes to go for, my head is saying "Go for BB7 road, as you already have a set of them and you will only need to keep one set of spare pads" my heart is saying "Look at the new batch of mechanical road disc brakes that are coming along (Hayes CX5, Shimano BR-R515 etc)"
Post by: bumper on 14 February, 2013, 02:16:07 pm
Post by: Ham on 14 February, 2013, 03:09:36 pm
A disc brake mount to go on the DY (a new project, after I get the garage cleared).
Now trying to work out what brakes to go for, my head is saying "Go for BB7 road, as you already have a set of them and you will only need to keep one set of spare pads" my heart is saying "Look at the new batch of mechanical road disc brakes that are coming along (Hayes CX5, Shimano BR-R515 etc)"
Off the back of this http://www.ironcycles.com/blog/reviews/on-test-hayes-cx-5-mechanical-disc-brake-calipers/ , with a BB7 already, I'd stick with 'em
Post by: davelodwig on 14 February, 2013, 03:46:30 pm
Well I've ordered one, now I have to wait.
Post by: interzen on 14 February, 2013, 03:56:02 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 14 February, 2013, 03:56:35 pm
Now trying to work out what brakes to go for, my head is saying "Go for BB7 road, as you already have a set of them and you will only need to keep one set of spare pads" my heart is saying "Look at the new batch of mechanical road disc brakes that are coming along (Hayes CX5, Shimano BR-R515 etc)"
What about BB7SL ?
Best of both worlds; new and shiny, old and familiar ;D
Post by: tiermat on 14 February, 2013, 04:02:10 pm
Now trying to work out what brakes to go for, my head is saying "Go for BB7 road, as you already have a set of them and you will only need to keep one set of spare pads" my heart is saying "Look at the new batch of mechanical road disc brakes that are coming along (Hayes CX5, Shimano BR-R515 etc)"
What about BB7SL ?
Best of both worlds; new and shiny, old and familiar ;D
AND....
<tap tap tap>
:o HOW MUCH!!!!
Post by: welshwheels on 14 February, 2013, 07:28:30 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 15 February, 2013, 12:27:41 am
Now trying to work out what brakes to go for, my head is saying "Go for BB7 road, as you already have a set of them and you will only need to keep one set of spare pads" my heart is saying "Look at the new batch of mechanical road disc brakes that are coming along (Hayes CX5, Shimano BR-R515 etc)"
What about BB7SL ?
Best of both worlds; new and shiny, old and familiar ;D
AND....
<tap tap tap>
:o HOW MUCH!!!!
I think that as well.
No doubt they'll come down in price after a few months.
I certainly hope so since I'll be kitting a new frame out soon.
Or maybe not so soon. I'm dealing with Enigma after all............
Post by: Juan Martín on 17 February, 2013, 08:46:53 pm
Post by: Karla on 17 February, 2013, 08:58:47 pm
Tomorrow: A rear mech hanger
Would anyone like to guess what I did yesterday? (Hint: see my latest thread.)
Separately, and not related to any of yesterday's misdemeanours, two rims for two bikes: an Exal LX17 and a Rigida Chrina
Post by: Moose57 on 17 February, 2013, 10:07:26 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/69670_10151422526478399_788688038_n.jpg) :thumbsup:
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc1/860148_10151442074693399_1769339324_o.jpg)
She likes it :thumbsup:
Post by: Dinamo on 17 February, 2013, 10:31:19 pm
;D
Post by: caerau on 18 February, 2013, 09:06:42 am
http://www.rosebikes.co.uk/article/xtreme-repair-set-244814/aid:244816
Can pick up other needed tools as and when...
Post by: arvid on 19 February, 2013, 06:58:44 pm
Post by: Adam on 19 February, 2013, 09:17:49 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 19 February, 2013, 09:24:28 pm
Post by: arvid on 20 February, 2013, 06:40:32 am
arvid - Brompton recently distributed a dodgy batch of 13t cogs that skipped under pressure. Did you have one of those?
There was nothing recent about my sprockets, they were original and the bike was a display model for years before I bought it and I've had it for 2.5 years now. And the problematic cog is a 12T. The chain was in really bad shape before I replaced it, so it's not really a surprise.
Post by: diapsaon0 on 20 February, 2013, 08:48:13 am
Post by: Deano on 20 February, 2013, 04:51:39 pm
Post by: David Martin on 21 February, 2013, 10:48:29 am
Post by: interzen on 21 February, 2013, 11:17:02 am
I'll also be taking the opportunity to replace those bits of clothing that were shredded during my uncontrolled dismount incident a couple of days ago :-\
Post by: diapsaon0 on 21 February, 2013, 11:48:34 am
Post by: Vince on 21 February, 2013, 12:24:34 pm
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 21 February, 2013, 12:49:10 pm
Post by: tiermat on 21 February, 2013, 01:12:24 pm
Post by: interzen on 21 February, 2013, 01:17:34 pm
1 - A Surly sprocket because, for some inexplicable reason, Sturmey-Archer Europe don't import 3/32" S3X sprockets. WTF?!
Post by: caerau on 21 February, 2013, 08:20:50 pm
Farked up fitting a new 10 speed chain by threading it through the derailleur wrong, broke open the new chain again to rethread and bent the pin on my old chainbreaker trying to repin the chain. All fixed now, and now I have a better chainbreaker - glad this happened in my office and not up the top of a remote mountain at least.
All good experience of fettling. Not a mistake I shall be repeating
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 21 February, 2013, 08:28:05 pm
Post by: TimO on 21 February, 2013, 09:03:36 pm
The Lezyne is cheaper, and has an integrated USB connector for charging. The Exposure on the other hand will last longer at a reasonable brightness, so should be more suitable for a night ride.
n+2 for bike lights. ;D
Post by: crowriver on 21 February, 2013, 10:29:02 pm
Post by: zigzag on 22 February, 2013, 10:16:01 am
An Exposure Blaze rear light, and Lezyne Micro Drive rear light.
The Lezyne is cheaper, and has an integrated USB connector for charging. The Exposure on the other hand will last longer at a reasonable brightness, so should be more suitable for a night ride.
please tell these are not intended for group night rides.. :)
Post by: tiermat on 22 February, 2013, 10:19:36 am
Some 1/4" and some 3/16" ball bearings, to rebuild a pair of hubs, the old ones being chrome steel and sort of a brown colour, not really optimal colour for such things :)
Ordered yesterday, from Simply Bearings on ebay, door bell rings this morning, the postlady has them for me!
Well done Simply Bearings!
Post by: Vince on 22 February, 2013, 03:37:43 pm
A set of SKS guards for Nib's hybrid and a chain for the Bianchi.
Subtract one set of mudguards - 42mm aren't wide enough :( Another dangerous (to the wallet) trip to the LBS needed.
Post by: interzen on 22 February, 2013, 03:40:00 pm
Myriad uses around the home including: mudflaps, map/routesheet holders and possibly full-on fat-bike mudguards :)
Post by: caerau on 24 February, 2013, 01:44:06 pm
New 9 speed chain link as a spare for on-road chain breakages.
New SRAM 9 speed cassette for my hybrid that demonstrated the need for a new one very effectively on yesterdays audax
Bottle of 100 gear cable end caps.
2 metres of outer gear cable and ferrules
4 replacement inner cables
Park tool cable cutter.
Very well timed as got 50%(ish) off the most expensive stuff there - the cassette was only £15 and the cable cutters were only £27 :thumbsup:
Post by: TimO on 24 February, 2013, 09:07:39 pm
An Exposure Blaze rear light, ...please tell these are not intended for group night rides.. :)
I may well use the Exposure on night rides, because it has a long enough run time for that (not on full blast!).
On FNRttCs I ride as a TEC very often, so can basically be the very last rider. Having a stupidly bright light is useful (so long as I remember to turn it off when I stop TECing!)
I normally have three rear lights on my bikes, two operating, and one as a cold spare. On a FNRttC when I'm not TECing, I'll drop down to just a CatEye TL-LD1100.
I also generally commute home in the dark, so I often spend more time cycling in darkness than in daylight, but I'm rarely cycling when many other commuting cyclists are about.
I bought some plastic joints from B&Q (normally used on furniture) to use making a removable mounting for a triangular rear reflector on the trailer. When I use it with the large plastic box for shopping, there's a reflector mounted on that, but I need to mount another reflector that would be in the way of the large box, but should be on the trailer when I'm doing something like carrying the cat carriers (the trailer already has two front and two rear lights, as well as another light on the plastic box).
Post by: Canardly on 24 February, 2013, 09:08:29 pm
Post by: Andrij on 25 February, 2013, 01:37:58 pm
I really need a new bottom bracket for the Moulton, but I'm not sure of the spec so need to wait until I can get the current one out - once I can get the cranks off. :-\
Post by: Jurek on 25 February, 2013, 02:08:40 pm
Merlin cycles trumping most others on price. Again.
Post by: Vince on 25 February, 2013, 03:34:15 pm
Post by: Feline on 25 February, 2013, 06:56:34 pm
A Marathon Plus tyre for the dog walking bike. This bike does Sustrans paths, enough said.
A folding Durano Plus tyre for my spares box.
An SRAM 11-32 cassette for the power tap wheel so it an go onto the Sabbath.
A spare set of Shimano stainless gear cables with coating.
Some of SJS's steel reinforced tyre levers. Some of my tyre levers must have gone on holiday somewhere.
Some more winter socks. Either my feet grew or my Defeet Woolie Bullies shrunk.
The base layer I wanted is sold out. This means I can keep the money for it until next autumn or buy something else instead.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 26 February, 2013, 01:27:54 pm
Post by: PaulR on 26 February, 2013, 02:18:48 pm
Mrs R not yet convinced it suits her, but she will probably give it a road test this afternoon
Post by: IanDG on 27 February, 2013, 04:12:22 pm
Post by: Canardly on 27 February, 2013, 08:26:51 pm
Post by: Dinamo on 27 February, 2013, 09:13:59 pm
http://www.planet-x-bikes.co.uk/i/q/CLOOCMC/on_one_classic_merino_cardigan
Post by: Feline on 27 February, 2013, 11:50:57 pm
On One Merino wool Cardigan from the latest Planet X sale :thumbsup:
http://www.planet-x-bikes.co.uk/i/q/CLOOCMC/on_one_classic_merino_cardigan
Be careful when you wash it. My On-One cardigan shrank so significantly in its first wash at 30C that its now unwearable!
Post by: tiermat on 28 February, 2013, 08:40:57 am
Next Jon is to actually design the seat tube decal (as no one has any!), fortunately they used Century New Gothic font, which is easy enough to match up...
If only my bloody printer hadn't run out of juice...
Post by: Chris S on 28 February, 2013, 09:34:01 am
On One Merino wool Cardigan from the latest Planet X sale :thumbsup:
http://www.planet-x-bikes.co.uk/i/q/CLOOCMC/on_one_classic_merino_cardigan
Be careful when you wash it. My On-One cardigan shrank so significantly in its first wash at 30C that its now unwearable!
Mine too :(.
Post by: Karla on 28 February, 2013, 10:33:30 am
An Exposure Blaze rear light, and Lezyne Micro Drive rear light.
The Lezyne is cheaper, and has an integrated USB connector for charging. The Exposure on the other hand will last longer at a reasonable brightness, so should be more suitable for a night ride.
n+2 for bike lights. ;D
I've just bought my second Lezyne, because the first one bounced off. It would be worth your while to source a re-usable zip tie or similar to put around the bit of the light where it clips into the bracket, to make sure yours doesn't suffer a similar fate.
They're good lights though; I've bought my second because it's the time of the year where I start bombing up and down dual carriageways at 25+mph, so it'll be running in daytime mode, in the daytime.
Post by: dasmoth on 28 February, 2013, 12:47:33 pm
Eeep, tyres are expensive these days...
Post by: Kim on 28 February, 2013, 12:56:06 pm
Be careful when you wash it. My On-One cardigan shrank so significantly in its first wash at 30C that its now unwearable!
Mine too :(.
Washing machine related merino disasters are what CrinklyCubs are for...
Post by: interzen on 28 February, 2013, 04:45:33 pm
Post by: cycleman on 28 February, 2013, 07:10:23 pm
Post by: Dinamo on 28 February, 2013, 08:18:13 pm
Be careful when you wash it. My On-One cardigan shrank so significantly in its first wash at 30C that its now unwearable!
Mine too :(.
Washing machine related merino disasters are what CrinklyCubs are for...
Arrived today - Label says hand wash !!!
Wish me luck when I eventually wash it ;)
Post by: bumper on 01 March, 2013, 01:58:32 pm
Post by: tiermat on 01 March, 2013, 01:59:57 pm
a rsp tourlite rack mounted led rear light.
I fitted one of them a few weeks ago when I got sick of my Cateye LD-1100s getting knocked out of place.
If I have any criticism of them it is that they are a bit too bright.
Post by: interzen on 01 March, 2013, 02:05:30 pm
A blue b17 :blush:Ah yes, the LBS got an 'ochre' B17 into stock yesterday.
The colour is a bit disappointing, but that's not going to stop me buying it at some point ...
Post by: bumper on 01 March, 2013, 02:16:17 pm
A blue b17 :blush:Ah yes, the LBS got an 'ochre' B17 into stock yesterday.
The colour is a bit disappointing, but that's not going to stop me buying it at some point ...
I like the ochre and apple green colours but they'd make you feel sick with a blue bike.
The blue looks a bit iffy too but it's a bit different to black, plus they do the bar tape to match. However the tape is £44!!!!
The last Brooks tape I had was in the high twenties not mid forties.
Post by: Kim on 01 March, 2013, 02:17:19 pm
Post by: interzen on 01 March, 2013, 02:32:46 pm
The last Brooks tape I had was in the high twenties not mid forties.That'll be the hipster tax ...
Post by: bumper on 01 March, 2013, 02:54:44 pm
The last Brooks tape I had was in the high twenties not mid forties.That'll be the hipster tax ...
true dat
Post by: caerau on 01 March, 2013, 03:28:51 pm
A spare barrel adjuster and a chain masterlink removal tool from Park tools.
I'll be running out of things to buy soon (hope springs eternal).
Post by: Snakehips on 01 March, 2013, 05:25:08 pm
Post by: cycleman on 01 March, 2013, 08:43:02 pm
Post by: bumper on 03 March, 2013, 10:43:33 am
Not exactly bike stuff but its getting me and the bike out and about.
Hope the weather is as nice when I'm there as it's been the past 2 months! It's a bit overcast there today but I shan't complain so long as I actually get there.
I've just put a big X on today's date on the calendar to get things started :D
Post by: billplumtree on 04 March, 2013, 01:14:02 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 04 March, 2013, 01:17:12 pm
Post by: bumper on 04 March, 2013, 05:06:12 pm
A blue b17 :blush:
It's arrived, its fitted and it looks great with my frame colour.
I'm just trying to persuade myself to buy the bar tape to match but its nearly the price of the saddle :(
Post by: caerau on 04 March, 2013, 05:11:13 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 04 March, 2013, 06:54:05 pm
The rims will be built up with Hope Evo 2 hubs and Sapim Xray spokes by the LBS who, I hope, will source all the other components.
I've gone for red hubs, red floating rotors and red quick releases. I hope it turns out on the classy side of bling.
The ShiftMate will go on the Dirty Disco with an Ultegra rear mech and a SRAM 32 cassette to help on hills.
Post by: interzen on 04 March, 2013, 07:19:55 pm
I'm just trying to persuade myself to buy the bar tape to match but its nearly the price of the saddle :(That's where the line is drawn for me - I'll be putting an ochre B17 on the yellow Genesis, that goes without saying, but when it comes to retaping the bars after fitting the shifter and whatnot for the S3X it'll be good old Cinelli cork tape or similar.
I need to add another layer of tape to the curvy bit of the bars on the singlespeed, and whilst it'd be nice to have apple green tape to match the saddle the reality is that a roll of green splash cork tape is a hell of a lot cheaper (and I'll be less precious about getting it scuffed if I stack the bike into a tree or something)
Post by: bumper on 04 March, 2013, 07:34:10 pm
(and I'll be less precious about getting it scuffed if I stack the bike into a tree or something)
This is my concern, not so much stacking it but a wall scuff or similar. I've found cinelli denim blue that looks close for less than a tenner. It's just vanity really, the black tape is still new so I may buy the denim and fit it when the black is worn.
£44 is just too much for something cosmetic that may be replaced within a few months! The ochre does look nice though :D
Post by: Juan Martín on 05 March, 2013, 09:13:29 am
Post by: Juan Martín on 05 March, 2013, 09:23:56 am
Post by: bumper on 05 March, 2013, 09:33:10 am
Their own tape is priced well but again no blue :(
Thanks anyway ;)
Post by: Juan Martín on 05 March, 2013, 09:43:30 am
Post by: Jurek on 05 March, 2013, 11:10:55 am
Postie has just delivered :thumbsup:
Post by: CrinklyAuntie on 05 March, 2013, 02:36:04 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8095/8531488636_6a14013567.jpg)
Post by: fuzzy on 05 March, 2013, 02:51:30 pm
You now need Bobb's hat to go with it :thumbsup:
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 05 March, 2013, 04:41:48 pm
I wasn't sure where to post this as it was an unexpected gift that arrived today (it was CrinklyUncle who bought it). The pink might not be to everybody's taste but I love it and I've wanted one of these since seeing one last year at the rally in York.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8095/8531488636_6a14013567.jpg)
Yay! :D I like the pink. You need pink bar tape to match, of course.
Post by: LindaG on 05 March, 2013, 04:52:36 pm
How are you building it? And with what?
Just curious :)
Post by: CrinklyAuntie on 05 March, 2013, 04:54:41 pm
I wasn't sure where to post this as it was an unexpected gift that arrived today (it was CrinklyUncle who bought it). The pink might not be to everybody's taste but I love it and I've wanted one of these since seeing one last year at the rally in York.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8095/8531488636_6a14013567.jpg)
Yay! :D I like the pink. You need pink bar tape to match, of course.
Thanks. I think it's already on order ;D
I must say that frame looks Splendidly Spiffing.
You now need Bobb's hat to go with it :thumbsup:
Thanks :thumbsup:
Post by: CrinklyAuntie on 05 March, 2013, 05:00:01 pm
Cor. That. Is. Gorgeous.
How are you building it? And with what?
Just curious :)
It is quite beautiful, I think I'm a little bit in love with it. As for the building, I think you'll have to ask my in house mechanic ;)
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 05 March, 2013, 05:07:10 pm
My latest purchase is a Carradice Audax by Janet. Thanks Janet.
Post by: Tewdric on 05 March, 2013, 05:20:29 pm
My latest purchase is a Carradice Audax by Janet. Thanks Janet.
I see they've renamed the Super C Barley and made it a regular product, as opposed to the under the counter special it used to be. Good move. I suspect that interest here and on Cyclechat is what did that!
Post by: eck on 05 March, 2013, 05:35:42 pm
Look out, Jord, Ah'm comin' after ye! :demon:
Post by: CrinklyLion on 05 March, 2013, 05:49:55 pm
Yay! :D I like the pink. You need pink bar tape to match, of course.
I don't like the pink, of course. But you would have already guessed that, and it is utterly completely irrelevant because it isn't for me. What matters is the you love it! And I would _definitely_ still be seen out in public with you on a pink bike. Not least because I have a sneaking suspicion that nobody will even see the pink because they will be too dazzled by the enormous grin!
So... you've gone clipless before me. Got a road bike before me. And own more bikes than I do.
I feel my work here is done :D
Post by: interzen on 05 March, 2013, 07:27:20 pm
Fook me, the hubs are expensive but if I want a disc-capable fixed-gear hub then I don't exactly have a lot of choice (on the plus side, given appropriate spares the pretty much all of the hub is field-serviceable)
Comedy Off-Road is about to become a whole lot more comedic.
Post by: tiermat on 06 March, 2013, 08:19:59 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 07 March, 2013, 07:20:46 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 08 March, 2013, 12:59:12 am
I wasn't sure where to post this as it was an unexpected gift that arrived today (it was CrinklyUncle who bought it). The pink might not be to everybody's taste but I love it and I've wanted one of these since seeing one last year at the rally in York.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8095/8531488636_6a14013567.jpg)
Yay! :D I like the pink. You need pink bar tape to match, of course.
I can oblige with pink bar tape, if you so desire . . .
Post by: IanDG on 08 March, 2013, 07:42:10 am
Post by: Canardly on 11 March, 2013, 10:07:05 pm
Post by: MattH on 11 March, 2013, 10:12:53 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 12 March, 2013, 01:52:25 pm
Hope Evo 2 hubs (red).
Hope QRs (red).
Hope buzz-saw rotors (red).
Velocity A23 rims (black with red stickers).
Sapim CX ray spokes (black except for the silver spokes that will go either side of the valves).
The Hope stuff has been supplied by the LBS. I had to get the rims and the spokes off the 'net.
I hope that I've got the spoke lengths correct.
Post by: Auntie Helen on 12 March, 2013, 08:24:52 pm
I have just bought 4 Schwalbe Marathon tyres for my trike.
The tyres are about £25 each in the UK at the moment.
I got them on German eBay for 14,50€ each with 5€ postage (to the address I am at in Germany) which means I got four for only slightly more than two would cost in the UK. Bargain.
Oh, and I'm not soooooooo far away from Rose Bikes. I need to ensure I don't accidentally go there.
Post by: Kim on 12 March, 2013, 08:43:34 pm
I have just bought 4 Schwalbe Marathon tyres for my trike.
You appear to have mis-counted your wheels :)
Post by: Vince on 12 March, 2013, 09:04:22 pm
I have just bought 4 Schwalbe Marathon tyres for my trike.
You appear to have mis-counted your wheels :)
Spare in the boot?
I've just bought a scull cap to wear under my helmet in preparation for a coooold ride to work tomorrow. :hand:
Post by: Auntie Helen on 12 March, 2013, 09:29:00 pm
My brake froze again today but it was -4. Forecast for tomorrow morning in Kempen is -10.
Post by: Snakehips on 13 March, 2013, 04:42:39 pm
(http://www.oldguysruleuk.co.uk/shop/cranky_blue_main.jpg)
Post by: interzen on 13 March, 2013, 04:45:21 pm
Yesterday I received some shiny new Shimano RT82 shoes and an Altura Etape LS jersey (the very LOUD YELLOW version). :)I've just bought one of those - LBS had it in fat-bastard size and it was marked down :thumbsup:
Post by: tiermat on 13 March, 2013, 05:16:41 pm
I didn't buy it , and it wasn't exactly today , but I recently got one of these .........
(http://www.oldguysruleuk.co.uk/shop/cranky_blue_main.jpg)
I know a certain person, who hit a particular age in June last year, who has one of them.
I got a green one at the same time he got that.
Post by: jogler on 13 March, 2013, 05:51:39 pm
I can identify with the T-shirt
8)
Post by: Juan Martín on 14 March, 2013, 07:11:41 pm
Post by: alexb on 14 March, 2013, 08:47:43 pm
guess what I'm doing this weekend!
Post by: Ashaman42 on 14 March, 2013, 08:49:17 pm
Heavily considering building the dynamo wheel for my new bike rather than getting someone else to do it. Might buy the ebook everyone recommends and have a read at the weekend.
Post by: alexb on 15 March, 2013, 12:45:43 am
The easiest way to start is to put a new rim on an old wheel, but building from scratch is super satisfying.
Post by: Andrew Br on 15 March, 2013, 12:17:12 pm
I just need the spokes to arrive and it'll be full steam ahead with the wheel build and the conversion since I have the hubs, rotors, QRs, rims and new derailleur.
Minor rant: OK, £5 VAT charge but £8 Royal Mail handling fee ? WTF ?
At least Dick Turpin wore a mask.
Post by: Feline on 15 March, 2013, 01:41:09 pm
I will worry about the credit card bill next month :facepalm:
The jacket is truly lovely though, and might get an outing on the Cheltenham flyer tomorrow if it's wet.
Post by: Vince on 15 March, 2013, 07:43:45 pm
Post by: Ashaman42 on 15 March, 2013, 08:59:11 pm
Post by: Feline on 15 March, 2013, 10:35:43 pm
Simon has a woman's Rapha jacket? ???
No, he has the red men's one, and very nice it is too!
Post by: Littlesox on 16 March, 2013, 06:43:25 am
Just bought 2 new Gatorskin wires for the Giant on offer from Chain Reaction
(Not very exciting I know, but I do live in Shropshire, after all)
Post by: TimO on 16 March, 2013, 01:33:46 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 16 March, 2013, 03:09:18 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 16 March, 2013, 03:41:32 pm
Post by: interzen on 16 March, 2013, 04:15:24 pm
... the basket currently contains a pair of Midge bars for the orange Genesis, since after my earlier thrash on the turbo I've discovered that I find the Midge bars more comfortable than the bog-standard Genesis shallow drops, and a folding Geax Saguaro tyre for the 29er.
Next on the list is some suitably orange bar tape ;D
Post by: Tim Hall on 16 March, 2013, 07:04:58 pm
Damn, I look good.
(he said humbly)
Post by: Snakehips on 19 March, 2013, 02:44:39 pm
(http://www.prendas.co.uk/images/full/20121114-nalini-2010-caisse-d-epargne-team-short-sleeve-jersey.jpg)
Post by: Jurek on 19 March, 2013, 03:32:01 pm
Post by: fuzzy on 19 March, 2013, 03:37:45 pm
This arrived from Prendas today. I was on their site yesterday trying not to stray in to the short sleeve jerseys section , but I failed.
(http://www.prendas.co.uk/images/full/20121114-nalini-2010-caisse-d-epargne-team-short-sleeve-jersey.jpg)
Nice.
I have always had a soft spot for the Caisse d'Epargne kit.
Post by: Snakehips on 19 March, 2013, 03:46:13 pm
Nice.
I have always had a soft spot for the Caisse d'Epargne kit.
At £20 I just couldn't resist. I bought a couple of caps as well , just to clash with it.
Post by: Dibdib on 20 March, 2013, 01:19:15 pm
I've ordered a turbo trainer. :'(
Post by: fuzzy on 20 March, 2013, 02:43:34 pm
Cycling relationship?
They are a size up from the last pair of jeans I bought (getting old and spreading) and are 'snug'.
Should persuade me to get off of my enlarged fundament and ride more ;D
Post by: PaulR on 20 March, 2013, 02:55:01 pm
a seatpost clamp for the Pashley, to make the saddle less vulnerable to theft
i've not yet summoned up the courage to buy a replacement for my collapsing Endura Hummvee 3/4s which have had about five years of commuting use.
Post by: Kim on 20 March, 2013, 03:19:26 pm
Today I bought some jeans.
Cycling relationship?
They are a size up from the last pair of jeans I bought (getting old and spreading) and are 'snug'.
Should persuade me to get off of my enlarged fundament and ride more ;D
It's not that simple. I rode more, and went down a jeans size. But foolishly kept riding, and had to go up a jeans size to make room for the recumbentist thighs. Nobody warns you about that...
Post by: BrianI on 20 March, 2013, 06:41:22 pm
Handy things, student loans payments.
Post by: Adam on 21 March, 2013, 08:53:23 pm
I'm thinking of opening a bike shop with all the spares I'm accumulating. ::-)
Post by: interzen on 22 March, 2013, 09:27:59 am
Field servicability FTW.
Post by: Bledlow on 22 March, 2013, 11:08:09 am
2 pr neoprene overshoes, 1 ea for me & Mrs B, @ £9.99/pr
Phaart rear light (half price @ £2.50) which took it over the £20 free P&P limit for exactly the same cost as postage, so is effectively free.
Since one of my old Cateye TL-LD170s failed on Wednesday night, & the other two are reserved for use by Mrs B (one is firmly attached to her rack bag), I was feeling short of backup rear lights, & getting one for nothing seemed a very good idea.
Post by: Vince on 22 March, 2013, 12:34:44 pm
Post by: Kim on 22 March, 2013, 01:33:05 pm
Couple of sets of Truvativ chainring bolts - these are sensible in that removing/tightening/whatevering them can be done with a pair of allen keys rather than a single allen key and some bizarrely-shaped notched tool.
Field servicability FTW.
Yeah, and the notch things are rubbish, too.
Post by: interzen on 22 March, 2013, 01:43:32 pm
Indeed they are.Couple of sets of Truvativ chainring bolts - these are sensible in that removing/tightening/whatevering them can be done with a pair of allen keys rather than a single allen key and some bizarrely-shaped notched tool.
Field servicability FTW.
Yeah, and the notch things are rubbish, too.
Assuming, of course, you can remember where you left the bloody things ::-)
Post by: Andrew Br on 22 March, 2013, 04:20:51 pm
Ribble's prices were so similar to the German shops that I decided to stay local.
I've gone for 28mm because I've heard that they come up a little small and I like the ride of the 28mm tyres I'm currently using.
Post by: Canardly on 22 March, 2013, 06:13:40 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 22 March, 2013, 09:49:42 pm
Post by: Basil on 22 March, 2013, 10:15:01 pm
God knows how many pairs I've got now.
Post by: Kim on 22 March, 2013, 10:49:34 pm
Went to Lidl. Not much there really. Bought yet another pair of mits. Well, you have to really, don't you?
God knows how many pairs I've got now.
Fewer than you have odd single mitts, no doubt.
(We're particularly bad for this, as in borderline conditions barakta tends to wear a glove on her left hand and a mitt on her right.)
Post by: Vince on 22 March, 2013, 10:51:10 pm
Post by: Ashaman42 on 23 March, 2013, 12:25:57 am
Is only splashproof but reading the spec for IP44 it seems that splashproof is pretty good just not submergible.
Post by: jogler on 23 March, 2013, 12:37:00 pm
Post by: L CC on 23 March, 2013, 01:33:14 pm
Post by: Kim on 23 March, 2013, 02:35:29 pm
Given the ongoing state of the weather/road surfaces, and that my left elbow hasn't been quite right since I came off on diesel in 2010, they seemed like a useful investment.
Maybe they'll work like studded tyres and encourage the weather to improve?
Post by: De Sisti on 23 March, 2013, 04:45:07 pm
Post by: Canardly on 23 March, 2013, 05:36:54 pm
Elbow guards.
Given the ongoing state of the weather/road surfaces, and that my left elbow hasn't been quite right since I came off on diesel in 2010, they seemed like a useful investment.
Maybe they'll work like studded tyres and encourage the weather to improve?
Does this mean you will look a bit like Boudica on your next outing?
Post by: Kim on 23 March, 2013, 05:38:15 pm
(Hmm, still need to sort out the wheel blades for the trike...)
Post by: Juan Martín on 24 March, 2013, 04:35:50 pm
Post by: Marco Stefano on 24 March, 2013, 07:12:56 pm
A Nuovo Record derailleur from Ebay (whoops!) for a future project.
Not to mention (and you didn't) a simply lovely Altura Roubaix top from Marco (which, although he liked it, was too long for his short bod). It was a bargain, even though I say so myself.
What was I thinking? 8cm of snow overnight, & nothing suitable to wear now. ::-) :)
Post by: Juan Martín on 25 March, 2013, 08:53:10 am
Post by: Feanor on 26 March, 2013, 11:14:10 pm
I've just taken delivery of a set of Mr. Shimano's finest Ultegra STIs, crankset and mechs to modify my new N+1 to the spec I want.
( Road triple crankset 52/39/30 in place of the duh-fault compact double with the ( IMHO! ) useless 34 ring. Gimme a 39 chainring any day. )
I've just spent an hour trying not to break the new shiny whilst pulling back the rubber hoods to find out where the cables go on these new-fangled shifters which don't have the sticky-out-at-the-side shift cables. It's like handling a bloody Faberge egg. Beautifully intricate, but you're afraid you'll break it. You need to be fairly rough with the rubber shrouds to gain access to the necessary bits.
Post by: Feline on 26 March, 2013, 11:21:42 pm
(http://www.bikedocksolutions.com/images/prod/semi-vertical-rack.jpg)
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 26 March, 2013, 11:26:11 pm
Post by: MattH on 27 March, 2013, 01:07:04 am
I have ordered a 5 bike semi-vertical rack from bikedocksolutions for the study. It isn't cheap but will make very good use of the space whilst making all of the bikes easily accessible. There's currently 6 bikes in there so one will have to relocate to the garage.
(http://www.bikedocksolutions.com/images/prod/semi-vertical-rack.jpg)
Hmm, there's probably room for one of those in our dining room. I wonder how much they cost (when you factor in the divorce proceedings).
Post by: caerau on 27 March, 2013, 07:14:18 am
Ooh looking forward to giving them a spin out. :D
Post by: TimC on 27 March, 2013, 09:25:30 am
Post by: L CC on 28 March, 2013, 12:13:51 pm
I have ordered a 5 bike semi-vertical rack from bikedocksolutions for the study. It isn't cheap but will make very good use of the space whilst making all of the bikes easily accessible. There's currently 6 bikes in there so one will have to relocate to the garage.
(http://www.bikedocksolutions.com/images/prod/semi-vertical-rack.jpg)
O. They are
i) poor quality
ii) come with no instructions
iii) not easy to use
(This is the groundworker company view. We have recently been asked to install 160 at a college in Cambridge and both the workmen on site and the Main Contractor who specified them have slated them for ease of installation, use and appearance, and are now seriously considering removing them, and at massive cost putting something else in instead.)
Perhaps they will be better indoors than in the cycle sheds :-\
Post by: Feline on 28 March, 2013, 12:21:58 pm
I have ordered a 5 bike semi-vertical rack from bikedocksolutions for the study. It isn't cheap but will make very good use of the space whilst making all of the bikes easily accessible. There's currently 6 bikes in there so one will have to relocate to the garage.
(http://www.bikedocksolutions.com/images/prod/semi-vertical-rack.jpg)
O. They are
i) poor quality
ii) come with no instructions
iii) not easy to use
(This is the groundworker company view. We have recently been asked to install 160 at a college in Cambridge and both the workmen on site and the Main Contractor who specified them have slated them for ease of installation, use and appearance, and are now seriously considering removing them, and at massive cost putting something else in instead.)
Perhaps they will be better indoors than in the cycle sheds :-\
I will report back when they arrive and I install them!
I'm not worried about instructions or appearance, so long as I can get out each bike without moving its neighbours. I wouldn't choose this design for a workplace or college because they are not as secure or easy to lock a bike to as sheffield stands. I've got a Pragmasis ground anchor and mahoosive chain so that aspect doesn't matter to me, especially indoors.
Post by: Feanor on 28 March, 2013, 06:37:34 pm
A bit of soot-based fluff for the Summer, if that ever comes around.
Paid for by a long-service award from the salt mines of Montrose.
Whist chatting about this and that, it seems they know David Martin OTP, and all about his recent wipeout.
I now need to re-fettle it to the spec I want.
Post by: TimC on 29 March, 2013, 03:09:35 pm
Post by: Canardly on 29 March, 2013, 04:40:33 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 29 March, 2013, 07:36:01 pm
Post by: interzen on 30 March, 2013, 05:27:10 pm
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/10679433/surlyhub.jpg)
Just got to source a decent 6-bolt disc rotor now
Post by: mcshroom on 30 March, 2013, 05:38:19 pm
Post by: Dibdib on 01 April, 2013, 06:31:37 pm
My sister bought it (against my strict instructions), and thankfully never rode it - check out the front brake cable routing for a start!
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8248/8610897330_76317fa28a.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dibdib/8610897330/)
I'm so glad she never actually rode it anywhere - it seems to be an absolute deathtrap. It also had such fantastic safety features such as a loose headset and two loose wheels. But The Mother has asked me to tidy it up, make it safe, and let her ride it for a few weeks until she decides whether or not she wants a real bike :thumbsup:
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 01 April, 2013, 06:55:23 pm
Post by: Ashaman42 on 02 April, 2013, 10:26:28 pm
Can't use my second cage on the go anyway as even my little bottle is a pig to get out.
Post by: Kim on 06 April, 2013, 12:39:29 am
Post by: reddo on 06 April, 2013, 06:37:35 pm
Post by: Adrian on 06 April, 2013, 11:27:34 pm
2 new chains, new shifter cables, and a rear mech for MrsC's commuty bike. This winter has really hammered her bike - she rides every day, whatever the weather, about 450 miles a month - and it is starting to give up the fight for life. When the weather turns and she can use a summer bike, I'm going to have to replace pretty much anything that moves on it!
Cheap at half the price for a life well lived.
Post by: TimC on 07 April, 2013, 08:35:14 am
2 new chains, new shifter cables, and a rear mech for MrsC's commuty bike. This winter has really hammered her bike - she rides every day, whatever the weather, about 450 miles a month - and it is starting to give up the fight for life. When the weather turns and she can use a summer bike, I'm going to have to replace pretty much anything that moves on it!
Cheap at half the price for a life well lived.
All now fettled and ready for whatever else this endless winter can throw at it! But headset, BB and Spa hand built wheels are on the wish list for this summer. Meantime, her Spesh Dolce got its first ride of the year yesterday - complete with new grey/white Shimso RS30s. Very bling!
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 07 April, 2013, 05:46:54 pm
Post by: Somnolent on 07 April, 2013, 06:17:05 pm
Trying to decide between "shopping baskets" at two different well-known online retailers.
Entirely different items in each.
Post by: rafletcher on 07 April, 2013, 06:34:13 pm
Post by: itsbruce on 08 April, 2013, 01:06:18 am
Post by: clarion on 08 April, 2013, 11:09:45 am
Post by: jogler on 10 April, 2013, 07:28:32 pm
http://www.clasohlson.com/uk/Thule-Xpress-970-Bike-Carrier/Pr314736000?gclid=CNyPuu7cwLYCFfLLtAodKV4AJw
so that I can carry 4 bikes on the car
2 onthe towball
2 onthe roof bars
Post by: Kim on 10 April, 2013, 07:29:40 pm
Post by: Canardly on 10 April, 2013, 07:37:26 pm
https://www.cyclestuffdirect.com/clothing/mens/jackets/eigo-ion-water-resistant-jacket.html
Post by: jogler on 10 April, 2013, 07:51:51 pm
Make sure the tyres are well clear of the exhaust pipe (DAHIKT).
yup.
BTDTGTTS in the past with a similar product by Messrs.Witter which fitted directly to the tow bar bracketry.
I've had the same advice from ChrisS otp who uses a similar contraption which allowed me to buy mine with confidence.
Thanks for the input.
Post by: Canardly on 10 April, 2013, 08:07:47 pm
One of these
http://www.clasohlson.com/uk/Thule-Xpress-970-Bike-Carrier/Pr314736000?gclid=CNyPuu7cwLYCFfLLtAodKV4AJw
so that I can carry 4 bikes on the car
2 onthe towball
2 onthe roof bars
Really good piece of kit but will not take two road bikes IME. Seems to be designed for two straight barred continental bikes. Would not be without it though due to ease of use for solo use. (There is a three bike version as well which I use to overcome these limitations)
Post by: bumper on 10 April, 2013, 09:17:03 pm
I stuck my bike in the back of the van and and bust 2 Blackburn Mars lights hanging of the Barley @#!? :(
Post by: zigzag on 10 April, 2013, 09:55:46 pm
Post by: bumper on 10 April, 2013, 10:25:12 pm
I won't see them for a few days because I'm not at home but I'll let you know if they're worth the massive expenditure :D
the tubes are okay, apart from the red dust caps. They're in my front and rear tyres now.
Post by: Kim on 11 April, 2013, 12:04:04 am
They're Smart clones. They work, and are reassuringly bright. They feel fairly cheap, but don't appear any more likely to self-destruct than the real thing. The bracket compatibility with my proper Smart superflash is a bit unidirectional (either fit the Phaart bracket, but the Phaart is loose in the Smart). Excellent value.
The Strap-ons are worth it purely for the batteries. I have several.
(NB: Anyone found sigging that will be added to the List).
Post by: bumper on 11 April, 2013, 08:07:25 am
Post by: fuzzy on 11 April, 2013, 09:39:24 am
the tubes are okay, apart from the red dust caps. They're in my front and rear tyres now.
Quicker repairs?
Post by: DrMekon on 11 April, 2013, 08:49:12 pm
PC-1 chain
Salmon Koolstops
Post by: Canardly on 11 April, 2013, 08:57:32 pm
Post by: Si_Co on 12 April, 2013, 11:40:19 am
Still need new wheels ::-)
Post by: L CC on 12 April, 2013, 11:46:28 am
Really good piece of kit but will not take two road bikes IME. Seems to be designed for two straight barred continental bikes. Would not be without it though due to ease of use for solo use. (There is a three bike version as well which I use to overcome these limitations)Chris's fits 2 x road bikes, no probs. You have to shuffle them for saddle/bar height compatibility. I have more trouble with the ice-bike (flat bars) because a small compact frame is too narrow for the struts.
Post by: TimC on 12 April, 2013, 12:55:18 pm
Post by: zigzag on 12 April, 2013, 01:33:29 pm
the tubes are okay, apart from the red dust caps. They're in my front and rear tyres now.
the inner tubes have arrived! (green tubes with green valve caps)
Post by: marcusjb on 12 April, 2013, 02:40:24 pm
Shiny precious things.
28 hole SonDelux for my lighter LEL wheels (and summer night rides)
Going to be built into a H Plus Son Archetype rim and run with Vittoria Open Pave tyres.
I built up a set of the above rims (32/28) with Hope hubs to have a lighter set of wheels for hooning round Richmond Park and summer 200s - damn they are quick. I am currently re-evaluating my previous approach to wheels (why do I need 36/36 when I weigh 60kg?). I will keep the heavier wheels for winter.
Post by: fuzzy on 12 April, 2013, 03:56:04 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8395/8641994971_d8fb746d92.jpg)
Shiny precious things.
28 hole SonDelux for my lighter LEL wheels (and summer night rides)
Going to be built into a H Plus Son Archetype rim and run with Vittoria Open Pave tyres.
I built up a set of the above rims (32/28) with Hope hubs to have a lighter set of wheels for hooning round Richmond Park and summer 200s - damn they are quick. I am currently re-evaluating my previous approach to wheels (why do I need 36/36 when I weigh 60kg?). I will keep the heavier wheels for winter.
Nice! That really is Teh Shiny 8)
Post by: zigzag on 12 April, 2013, 09:12:54 pm
I built up a set of the above rims (32/28) with Hope hubs to have a lighter set of wheels for hooning round Richmond Park and summer 200s - damn they are quick. I am currently re-evaluating my previous approach to wheels (why do I need 36/36 when I weigh 60kg?). I will keep the heavier wheels for winter.
for your weight 20f/24r would be fine. and for the type of riding you mention - no lights are needed (even for summer 300's) ;). but yes - shiny!
Post by: marcusjb on 13 April, 2013, 11:35:27 am
Maybe the next set will have less spokes.
Post by: Andrew Br on 13 April, 2013, 08:22:59 pm
(I also got a book of Autocar road tests of the Subaru Impreza :-[ ).
Post by: jogler on 13 April, 2013, 10:27:31 pm
Really good piece of kit but will not take two road bikes IME. Seems to be designed for two straight barred continental bikes.
Today's experience endorses this comment.
It will carry 1x road bike (drop bars) & 1 bike with straight bars.
Post by: Juan Martín on 14 April, 2013, 07:54:01 pm
Post by: Feline on 14 April, 2013, 10:49:36 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8395/8641994971_d8fb746d92.jpg)
Shiny precious things.
28 hole SonDelux for my lighter LEL wheels (and summer night rides)
Going to be built into a H Plus Son Archetype rim and run with Vittoria Open Pave tyres.
I built up a set of the above rims (32/28) with Hope hubs to have a lighter set of wheels for hooning round Richmond Park and summer 200s - damn they are quick. I am currently re-evaluating my previous approach to wheels (why do I need 36/36 when I weigh 60kg?). I will keep the heavier wheels for winter.
That is lovely :thumbsup:
Post by: Kim on 14 April, 2013, 11:21:55 pm
Post by: Ewan Houzami on 15 April, 2013, 02:10:26 am
Post by: BrianI on 15 April, 2013, 06:32:40 am
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8395/8641994971_d8fb746d92.jpg)
Shiny precious things.
28 hole SonDelux for my lighter LEL wheels (and summer night rides)
Going to be built into a H Plus Son Archetype rim and run with Vittoria Open Pave tyres.
I built up a set of the above rims (32/28) with Hope hubs to have a lighter set of wheels for hooning round Richmond Park and summer 200s - damn they are quick. I am currently re-evaluating my previous approach to wheels (why do I need 36/36 when I weigh 60kg?). I will keep the heavier wheels for winter.
Nice! That really is Teh Shiny 8)
Indeed, very shiny.
Luckily no nuddy reflections of the OP! :demon: ;)
Post by: TheLurker on 15 April, 2013, 02:56:29 pm
Post by: zigzag on 15 April, 2013, 03:19:08 pm
Post by: rafletcher on 15 April, 2013, 03:52:24 pm
Of course post-purchase blues set in almost immediately after finding out that I'll need a blinking bearing-puller of some description just to remove the NDS crank.
That's what decided me to move away from Campag for my road bike build.
I bought a K-Edge triple chain catcher, and a pair of single release SPD cleats.
Post by: marcusjb on 15 April, 2013, 04:12:38 pm
Luckily no nuddy reflections of the OP! :demon: ;)
I'll PM you some special photos later.
Bit fecked off that the rim that this will be built up with hasn't arrived as UPS can't find my house currently (despite the fact that the regular driver drops stuff off and picks up from here on a regular basis - he must be away currently). "Does the house have a name?", "Is it a block of flats?". Bloody hell - look on Google Streetview - might give you a big clout around the head with the cluebat.
Post by: De Sisti on 15 April, 2013, 05:01:30 pm
I like (and want!) :P
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8112/8628764836_a1df33329e_c.jpg)
Post by: zigzag on 15 April, 2013, 05:35:43 pm
Post by: Dibdib on 15 April, 2013, 06:39:02 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 16 April, 2013, 07:11:27 pm
It has a hairline crack at one flange, which is why it is cheap (as well as not being advertised as an ASC, just a "3 speed fixed hub"). I know a very specialist welder. If he can't fill the crack, I'll knock out the left ballcup and press it into another shell (any shell made since about 1970 will do).
It has the toggle and indicator, most internal parts are the same as the common FW, and it can be shifted with a 4-speed shifter using positions 1, 2 and 4. Purists grind off the "3" detent.
I'll probably fix it up, test it and sell it for real money.
Post by: Dibdib on 17 April, 2013, 07:51:40 pm
Post by: nikki on 17 April, 2013, 08:13:43 pm
Rather spendy day today. A Garmin eTrex 20, bike mount, and an Ortleib bar bag :thumbsup:
Blimey! Hope you're doing more cycling than just the 3 weekends coming up in order to get your money's worth on all the recent spends!
Post by: Dibdib on 17 April, 2013, 08:16:15 pm
Rather spendy day today. A Garmin eTrex 20, bike mount, and an Ortleib bar bag :thumbsup:
Blimey! Hope you're doing more cycling than just the 3 weekends coming up in order to get your money's worth on all the recent spends!
I am very much hoping that this is just a kick up the arse to establish a decent riding habit!
Post by: nikki on 17 April, 2013, 08:22:47 pm
I am very much hoping that this is just a kick up the arse to establish a decent riding habit!
Ah, Basil can help with motivational training (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=10706.msg1464204#msg1464204).
Post by: Basil on 17 April, 2013, 08:32:01 pm
*Takes very deep breath.*
Post by: Juan Martín on 17 April, 2013, 09:59:16 pm
Post by: Dibdib on 17 April, 2013, 10:01:42 pm
I am very much hoping that this is just a kick up the arse to establish a decent riding habit!
Ah, Basil can help with motivational training (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=10706.msg1464204#msg1464204).
Basil, sweetie, by all means feel free to motivate me all you like. That red line won't chase itself will it? :)
Post by: reddo on 17 April, 2013, 11:05:40 pm
http://www.getmountainbiking.co.uk
This mob. :)
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 18 April, 2013, 09:21:34 am
Post by: Mrs Pingu on 18 April, 2013, 08:07:12 pm
Today I received 2 large packages of bike parts :D anna free bag from Rose (tho I was disappointed that it wasn't a catalog).
This evening I have ordered hopefully the last of the parts.
Just waiting for some metal straight bits and circular bits now....
Post by: Aidan on 18 April, 2013, 08:32:01 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 21 April, 2013, 07:52:08 am
Post by: Kim on 22 April, 2013, 09:26:52 pm
Also stocked up on Orange Cardboard. The station was quiet, there was nobody in the ticket office and one of the two machines was out of action. So naturally as soon as I told it to print a shedload of tickets, a queue started to from behind me. :-[
Post by: Dora on 22 April, 2013, 11:24:13 pm
After that little debacle, I started off on the drive home and somehow ended up at Evans, where I accidentally spent £100 ( :o ) on shorts and a summer jersey ( :o ) for Sundays ride. Of course, Sunday dawned freezing cold and proceeded to chuck it down on and off all day. I still wore my shorts and tee shirt though.
I'm now considering buying new waterproofs, so it should be sunny for the next one.
Post by: PaulF on 24 April, 2013, 11:07:33 am
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8392/8676803977_0ea04e3b8b_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/8676803977/)
Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/8676803977/) by paulfulford (http://www.flickr.com/people/paul_fulford/), on Flickr
So this was delivered today:
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8544/8677908332_1a228fdb7b_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/8677908332/)
Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/8677908332/) by paulfulford (http://www.flickr.com/people/paul_fulford/), on Flickr
*Long story, we were 'warming up' for a baseball game and beer may or may not have been involved.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 28 April, 2013, 06:01:37 pm
I think 7 speed stuff is getting more expensive. >:(
Post by: mcshroom on 28 April, 2013, 10:17:44 pm
A cassette for the hybrid. I'd thought I could get away with just changing the chain a few weeks ago, but it's been slipping around wildly on the few rides I've done since, so clearly not. :facepalm:
I think 7 speed stuff is getting more expensive. >:(
This any good?
http://www.rosebikes.co.uk/article/shimano-cs-hg-41-cassette-7-speed/aid:520901/?origin=pla&kw=&gclid=CP67t8ek7rYCFVDMtAodwnAAeg
There's postage from Germany to add to that of course
Post by: mcshroom on 30 April, 2013, 12:04:06 pm
I just replaced two chains and thought I'd got away with doing so before they damaged cassettes. My ride this morning with a bag of neutrals in the middle gears says otherwise. THe second is for the other bike that possibly is in the same condition.
Post by: TimC on 01 May, 2013, 09:18:08 am
Ultegra 11-speed. (http://road.cc/content/news/82237-shimano-unveil-ultegra-6800-groupset-11-speeds-and-lots-dura-ace-trickle-down)
Post by: tiermat on 01 May, 2013, 09:28:04 am
Planning the bank robbery to fund the impending refurb of my MAMIL bike right now...
Ultegra 11-speed. (http://road.cc/content/news/82237-shimano-unveil-ultegra-6800-groupset-11-speeds-and-lots-dura-ace-trickle-down)
One word...
GIT!!!
Post by: TimC on 01 May, 2013, 09:45:14 am
As for the new Ultegra, short of a bank robbery it may be some time before I can afford to upgrade my MAMIL special with 6800! Probably when Merlin starts offering it as obsolescent run-out stock.
Post by: tiermat on 01 May, 2013, 09:52:08 am
Oh and the last photo in that piece? It shouldn't be there. Wrong levers (alloy not CF), the bar tape wrapping is a mess (I could do better and I am shit at wrapping bars) and the pedals are 530s!
Post by: TimC on 01 May, 2013, 09:57:21 am
I have Ultegra 6600 on three bikes, and love it. 6700 didn't really appeal - I wasn't sold on the shift quality of the first-generation under-bar-wrap cable routing. But, having tried Dura Ace 9000 (which is way beyond my means), I know that Shimano have now sorted that aspect out. And I really like the four-spoke chainset....
Post by: Dibdib on 01 May, 2013, 10:28:08 am
My colleagues seem to like my deliveries too, I don't like energy stuff and I'm not that fussed for Haribo either!
Post by: tiermat on 01 May, 2013, 10:36:08 am
Yes, I noticed that bike looked a bit shoddy. I wonder if that was the prototype they saw some months back, as referred to in the article?
I have Ultegra 6600 on three bikes, and love it. 6700 didn't really appeal - I wasn't sold on the shift quality of the first-generation under-bar-wrap cable routing. But, having tried Dura Ace 9000 (which is way beyond my means), I know that Shimano have now sorted that aspect out. And I really like the four-spoke chainset....
The only thing I will say is, Try it!
I was sceptical.
I got a 6700 groupset at a good price from, guess where, Merlin! Fitted it to the Ridley and the improvement is shifting AND braking over 6600 has to be felt to be believed. The 6700 wheels are a big improvement too, something I thought not possible (I really like the 6600 wheels, but the 6700 wheels are just way way ahead of them). One sec, I'll find pics...
Ridley avec 6600:
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-oNUhw-eQ6N8/ToXiBycFlrI/AAAAAAAABO8/iYTiLPJARxU/w878-h583/DSC_0028.JPG)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-5ua1BHqJwr4/ToXikD89KII/AAAAAAAABPI/BoemuD7It4M/w878-h583/DSC_0031.JPG)
Ridley avec 6700:
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-23lwDqtBuf8/T_L4-o8Kf9I/AAAAAAAACNA/UQmumiWl1jg/w871-h583/DSC_2741.JPG)
Incidentally the 6600 kit off the Ridley went onto the Inbred 29er.
Post by: TimC on 01 May, 2013, 12:06:53 pm
Yes, I noticed that bike looked a bit shoddy. I wonder if that was the prototype they saw some months back, as referred to in the article?
I have Ultegra 6600 on three bikes, and love it. 6700 didn't really appeal - I wasn't sold on the shift quality of the first-generation under-bar-wrap cable routing. But, having tried Dura Ace 9000 (which is way beyond my means), I know that Shimano have now sorted that aspect out. And I really like the four-spoke chainset....
The only thing I will say is, Try it!
I was sceptical.
I got a 6700 groupset at a good price from, guess where, Merlin! Fitted it to the Ridley and the improvement is shifting AND braking over 6600 has to be felt to be believed. The 6700 wheels are a big improvement too, something I thought not possible (I really like the 6600 wheels, but the 6700 wheels are just way way ahead of them).
Looks good! I've just bought a 105 5700 groupset fro my winter/audax/shopping bike, so I'll see how I get on with that. I'll start saving for 6800, but if it's just too much I'll see what deals come up for 6700 over the next few months.
I was going to have a couple of months off buying bike bits! ;D
Post by: tiermat on 01 May, 2013, 12:37:51 pm
Post by: Vince on 01 May, 2013, 12:45:04 pm
Post by: zigzag on 03 May, 2013, 12:06:48 am
Post by: padbeat on 03 May, 2013, 01:16:35 am
Bike computer - £4.99
Compression leg-warmers £can't remember, but not flippin much
Gotta love Aldi! ;D
Unfortunately they don't have much by way of a dressing room - I think the leg warmers might be a bit on the snug side even allowing for the compression fit!
Post by: Andrew Br on 03 May, 2013, 01:48:04 am
Unfortunately they don't have much by way of a dressing room - I think the leg warmers might be a bit on the snug side even allowing for the compression fit!
That's my experience and I don't think that I have big legs.
I used them tonight and they stayed up (the "grippers" aren't great looking) but they were certainly strained around my legs.
Conversely, when I tried on a small soft-shell jacket it was slightly too big and it looked a bit rubbish.
Post by: MattH on 03 May, 2013, 12:11:14 pm
Post by: Ham on 03 May, 2013, 05:58:20 pm
Now, to just ride the Pompetamine, convert it to Di2, or build an 11 Speed Di2?
If I get along to spin bike over the weekend, this may influence me. I wouldn't be influenced in the slightest by the possibility of building a HyRd braked version http://road.cc/content/news/82423-first-ride-trp-hyrd-disc-brakes
Post by: BrianI on 03 May, 2013, 07:18:42 pm
Ambrosio Evolution rim, 32h
Deore Hub
ACI double butted spokes.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8549/8704460111_78ab052c97_z.jpg)
Post by: Dave_C on 03 May, 2013, 09:59:14 pm
Post by: Dave_C on 03 May, 2013, 10:03:43 pm
The difficult thing will be deciding which bag for which distance. Do I take a bigger bag for longer distances but risk weighing myself down with extra sh*t I might not need on a long ride?
Post by: BrianI on 04 May, 2013, 08:37:35 am
Nice Brian. I've fancied learning how to build a wheel before. EBC have a course apparently.
Take a look at the Robert Musson Wheelbuilding book (£9) or the Sheldon Brown wheel building page: http://sheldonbrown.com/wheelbuild.html :thumbsup:
Post by: Wowbagger on 06 May, 2013, 06:24:44 pm
Post by: Kim on 06 May, 2013, 11:54:45 pm
I have ordered a Carry Freedom Y-frame trailer and have even spent delivery money to make sure we have it in time to take to the Netherlands on Wednesday evening.
Top tip: fit small diameter cable ties across the outside of the hubs from opposite spokes, in such a way that they prevent the rubber axle / bearing covers from falling out when they rub up against something, without interfering with the release button action. It's a known issue, and that seems to be the best fix (unless you need to remove the axles from the hubs regularly).
Post by: zigzag on 09 May, 2013, 11:48:57 pm
Post by: GrahamG on 10 May, 2013, 09:06:01 am
I have ordered a Carry Freedom Y-frame trailer and have even spent delivery money to make sure we have it in time to take to the Netherlands on Wednesday evening.
I so regret selling mine.
Post by: TimO on 10 May, 2013, 08:24:28 pm
Top tip: fit small diameter cable ties across the outside of the hubs from opposite spokes, in such a way that they prevent the rubber axle / bearing covers from falling out when they rub up against something, without interfering with the release button action. ...
LOL, I independently rigged up exactly the same "cure" on mine!
I ordered a Pedro's Vise Whip (https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=Pedro's+Vise+Whip&tbm=isch), which looks like a lot better solution than the traditional chain whip.
Post by: zigzag on 13 May, 2013, 06:57:58 pm
Post by: Dibdib on 13 May, 2013, 07:01:19 pm
Post by: Chris S on 13 May, 2013, 07:21:52 pm
Post by: robgul on 13 May, 2013, 08:23:33 pm
Rob
Post by: cycleman on 13 May, 2013, 09:03:18 pm
Post by: Feline on 13 May, 2013, 09:50:44 pm
Post by: Ashaman42 on 13 May, 2013, 09:58:08 pm
And today I ordered a new waterproof jacket (dhb Signal), a folding tyre (Schwalbe Durano Performance) - I was looking for a Durano Plus or a Marathon Plus but couldn't seem to find folding and/or the size I wanted, not too worried though as with any luck having this in my saddlebag will mean I won't need to use it and some Nuun tablets as they were bogof. All from Wiggle.
And a bundle of five inner tubes from innertubeshop for something silly like £9, I've had a bundle of the road tubes from them which seemed fine (some punctured but I think that was the rim tapes fault), so got some touring ones for the new bike.
The jacket and tyre are for the BCM next weekend and the Nuun tablets may come with me provided a test run on the commute doesn't show any tummy issues.
Phew, easy to run up quite a bill rather quickly on this old internet thingie isn't it?
Post by: Kim on 13 May, 2013, 10:53:56 pm
Post by: Andrij on 14 May, 2013, 07:02:39 pm
Tomorrow I shall use my lunch break to visit OnYourBike to pick up an assortment of inner tubes, which I hope to never use. You see, I'm taking a bunch of co-workers on a ride on Saturday. I've asked they make sure they have spares, but I'm not relying on anything. One skinny, one fat, in both 26 and 700 should do the job. If all goes well, these tubes will go on to gather dust in my FNRttC kit.
Post by: Dibdib on 15 May, 2013, 01:40:31 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 15 May, 2013, 02:41:12 pm
(http://www.evanscycles.com/product_image/image/d6a/4cb/898/55274/product_page/trek-4th-district-2011-single-speed-road-bike.jpg)
This one should take over commuting duties from my hybrid-frankenbike Claud Butler which is on its last legs.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 15 May, 2013, 08:11:05 pm
Post by: interzen on 15 May, 2013, 09:43:10 pm
Well, strictly speaking I haven't bought it yet - the LBS have got one in for me since I need to see if the straps on the Fuel Tank interfere with the framebag straps on the green Genesis.
If it does fit, then a) I'll buy it and b) my bikepacking setup will be complete.
Post by: Greenbank on 15 May, 2013, 09:58:05 pm
A Topeak Fuel Tank top tube bag.
Nice, I could do with a top tube bag that's slightly bigger than the usual Topeak tri-bag, and I don't want a bar bag (doesn't fit with tri-bars).
Post by: interzen on 16 May, 2013, 10:34:58 am
I've been using a Topeak tri-bag for 'regular' riding, since it's a handy place to keep my glucose monitor, emergency snackage etc. However, I do need something bigger for touring purposes and the 'large' Fuel Tank seems like it would fit the bill nicely. It also seems to be quite a bit more robust and weatherproof than the tri-bag.A Topeak Fuel Tank top tube bag.
Nice, I could do with a top tube bag that's slightly bigger than the usual Topeak tri-bag, and I don't want a bar bag (doesn't fit with tri-bars).
Post by: Greenbank on 16 May, 2013, 10:39:42 am
Up by the stem I want:-
* Wallet, 'phone, brevet card (don't trust them to unzipped jersey pockets, don't have any jerseys with zipped pockets)
* Snacks (ok in jersey pockets but not easily accessible if raining and wearing a jacket)
* USB battery pack (needs to be near stem, don't want an ugly cable running to seat/saddle pack)
With a normal sized tri-bag I can fit only 2 of the 3 things in there so a slightly larger bag is perfect.
Post by: Andrew Br on 16 May, 2013, 12:44:29 pm
Now, medium or large ?
Post by: interzen on 16 May, 2013, 01:03:52 pm
For the same reasons as Greenbank, I'm thinking that looks a good product.I went for large by default - I'm planning to go to the LBS tonight after work so I'll be able to find out first-hand how large 'large' is. I shall endeavour to get a couple of pics of it on the bike if I can twist their arms into letting me take the bag home for sizing-up purposes.
Now, medium or large ?
Post by: Greenbank on 16 May, 2013, 01:46:47 pm
Tri-bag (with rain cover): http://www.topeak.com/products/bags/TriBag_raincover
* 14 x 4 x 10.2 cm (5.5” x 1.6” x 4.0”)
* 65g
Fuel Tank (medium): http://www.topeak.com/products/bags/fueltank_m
* 0.5L capacity
* 17.5 x 7.5 x 11 cm (6.9” x 3” x 4.3”)
* 120g
Fuel Tank (large): http://www.topeak.com/products/bags/fueltank_l
* 0.75L capacity
* 24 x 7.5 x 11 cm (9.4” x 3” x 4.3”)
* 150g
There are also photos of them mounted to a bike to give you a rough idea.
I'd probably just go large, can fit more Meat-And-Fat-Wrapped-In-Plastic(TM) in them then.
Post by: Kim on 16 May, 2013, 01:54:03 pm
Post by: MattH on 16 May, 2013, 07:12:26 pm
Post by: Ashaman42 on 16 May, 2013, 10:03:22 pm
Might have to consider another purchase as the Tribag is almost but not quite big enough for my needs.
Post by: zigzag on 16 May, 2013, 10:41:36 pm
Post by: Dibdib on 17 May, 2013, 02:59:02 pm
Post by: Feline on 17 May, 2013, 03:02:02 pm
Post by: Greenbank on 17 May, 2013, 06:19:23 pm
A Topeak Fuel Tank top tube bag.
Nice, I could do with a top tube bag that's slightly bigger than the usual Topeak tri-bag, and I don't want a bar bag (doesn't fit with tri-bars).
Ordered one from my LBS. It will make its debut on the Ditchling Devil 200km Audax.
Post by: cycleman on 17 May, 2013, 08:57:26 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 17 May, 2013, 10:21:32 pm
The small men's is nice and long in the body
That bit caused a small boggle. I had to read it twice.
Anyhoo, today DPD brought me a brace of Specialized All Condition Armadillos. One for the back wheel of the
Post by: interzen on 17 May, 2013, 10:35:57 pm
Also had a quick look at the large-size Fuel Tank bag (not actually taking it until pay-day, though) - I think it'll do;size-wise it's perfect for my particular needs, the straps don't interfere with my framebag, there's an internal divider (potentially handy) and the zip looks like it'll keep water at bay :thumbsup:
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 18 May, 2013, 12:10:52 pm
Post by: Jurek on 18 May, 2013, 05:50:23 pm
......Anyhoo, today DPD brought me a brace of Specialized All Condition Armadillos. .......
A fine choice, in tyres.
Today I have requested a pair of Sidi Dragon 3s from our Teutonic friends at Bike-Discount GmbH.
*Taps fingers with impatience*
Post by: reddo on 19 May, 2013, 02:55:47 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 21 May, 2013, 10:12:29 am
Just ordered n+1 - a Trek 4th District. :D
This one should take over commuting duties from my hybrid-frankenbike Claud Butler which is on its last legs.
Picked it up yesterday :)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-_VMGp-0JXdk/UZpBriTbicI/AAAAAAAABgE/qJIHhXFJWr4/s640/2013-05-20.jpg)
That was as I took it out of the car when it arrived home. Since then I have flipped the stem, lowered the seat and added some lights instead of the reflectors. Now I just need to add the mudguards and rack and it will be ready for duty.
Post by: zigzag on 21 May, 2013, 11:49:47 am
Post by: TimC on 21 May, 2013, 12:32:20 pm
Post by: hulver on 21 May, 2013, 04:15:08 pm
Also, since I was there, some cable cutters, some new gear cable, some cable ends and some ferrules. Might as well make a proper job of it.
Post by: jogler on 21 May, 2013, 04:37:41 pm
Might as well make a proper job of it.
& go for n+1 ;D
Post by: hulver on 21 May, 2013, 04:46:40 pm
Ha ha, I've been considering it ;DMight as well make a proper job of it.
& go for n+1 ;D
Finances however, make it impossible.
Post by: Basil on 21 May, 2013, 05:43:41 pm
Post by: Gus on 21 May, 2013, 06:18:03 pm
2 pairs of Skins bibs on sale (my Assos was killed in action in Africa)
a new cyclecomputer.
Post by: TimC on 21 May, 2013, 11:33:16 pm
Post by: Andrij on 22 May, 2013, 07:53:41 pm
(http://i.ebayimg.com/t/Leather-Frame-Bag-For-Moulton-TSR-/00/s/NzY4WDEwMjQ=/z/JMwAAOxy3JtRd9Uo/$T2eC16F,!zUE9s38-N)gBRd9Un21Hg~~60_35.JPG)
Photo from the original advert.
Thanks to Charlotte for the heads-up. :thumbsup:
Post by: Greenbank on 22 May, 2013, 10:28:50 pm
Post by: Kim on 22 May, 2013, 11:33:30 pm
(That is to say: brake cable, bought in an emergency, rather than cable for an emergency brake.)
For reasons outlined here: https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=69732.msg1488987#msg1488987
Post by: Tim Hall on 23 May, 2013, 12:08:00 am
Emergency brake cable.
(That is to say: brake cable, bought in an emergency, rather than cable for an emergency brake.)
For reasons outlined here: https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=69732.msg1488987#msg1488987
Damn you earworm. #Everybody hates an emergency
Post by: GrahamG on 23 May, 2013, 01:04:35 pm
Post by: hulver on 23 May, 2013, 02:20:30 pm
I was originally swapping the saddle from my main bike to the training bike, but the seat tube is a different angle, so I had to keep adjusting it.
I've been considering cutting a slot in the Brooks to try and relieve the pressure, but I might just sell it now to try and recover the costs of the AnAtomica.
I've got two. A more worn in Black B17, and a Honey B17. The Honey B17 is like a rock. I've never got on with it. The Black one is slightly better, and much better than the saddle I originally had.
Post by: hulver on 23 May, 2013, 03:52:02 pm
Post by: fuzzy on 27 May, 2013, 12:06:25 am
Post by: Juan Martín on 27 May, 2013, 06:24:42 pm
Post by: Kim on 27 May, 2013, 06:36:40 pm
Post by: MattH on 27 May, 2013, 06:53:37 pm
Some barrel adjusters. Exciting, I know.
Cool. So you'll be doing stuff like this with your new adze (http://http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adze)?
(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/4d/Cooper1.jpg/491px-Cooper1.jpg)
Post by: Kim on 27 May, 2013, 06:59:22 pm
Post by: GrahamG on 28 May, 2013, 08:21:21 am
(http://www.assosfactoryoutlet.com/content/images/xl/sixdayclouseau-nogloves-web.jpg)
Post by: Feline on 28 May, 2013, 12:08:34 pm
I've got a new Brooks B17s imperial from SJS cycles today, since I decided I want to convert all my saddles to imperials but wanted one to copy. Brooks have kindly sent me a template for the imperial cutout to help me cut them, free of charge. The big question is whether I dare chop a hole in my lovely titanium railed Finesse. I'm more likely to make it in the right place now I have the 17s imperial to copy though :D
I also got a pair of bling Hope bar ends in anodised red to match my Hope ceramic bottom bracket.
Post by: GrahamG on 28 May, 2013, 12:22:41 pm
Post by: Dibdib on 28 May, 2013, 03:42:55 pm
Blingy white budget wheelset from SJS: £80
Blue-anodised locknut, spacers and singlespeed cog from VeloSolo: £35
wooooooo
Post by: Ashaman42 on 28 May, 2013, 10:18:45 pm
This might hurt a bit :thumbsup:
Post by: Littlesox on 28 May, 2013, 10:41:19 pm
A spending frenzy prevails chez Sox.
Cycled to Tweeks yesterday and brought Shimano 105 pedals to upgrade the Giant - which frees up a pair of R540's to (finally) convert the Peugeot to clip-less.
The mudguards (or fenders as they are called in the blurb !) arrived from Tredz for the Defy (despite an e-mail arriving yesterday stating that my order would be delayed) in preperation for an Audax outing.
And in a fit of further reckless frivoilty, a pair of special offer Shimano R501 wheels should arrive from Ribble later in the week, which will ponce the old Peugeot up niceley.
I just need to call into Dave Mellor cycles of Shrewsbury to collect some tyres.
So a bit of support for my LBS (Tweeks and Mellors) and a bit of t'internetery web-spending to not put all of my eggs in one basket and take advantage of special offers.
The only harm done is to my credit card (and my marital bliss once the bill arrives and Mrs Sox finds out what I have been up to).
Post by: Tim Hall on 28 May, 2013, 11:20:19 pm
Chain, (SRAM PC1) ditto.
Shimano pattern brake shoes ditto.
Spesh BG Gel mitts. Riding the fixer is giving me numb hands. The existing mitts are two years old and shagged out.
All on Evans Click and Collect thing to try and avoid the bloody waiting around while they get stuff from the warehouse.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 01 June, 2013, 10:58:08 pm
Post by: interzen on 02 June, 2013, 12:32:03 pm
- A 17-21T Surly 'Dingle' double-fixed sprocket
- A 104mm BCD 38T chainring
- A set of On-One 'Mary' bars and some grips (to get me over the free postage threshold - may or may not be replaced with Ergons at some point in the future)
- A 32h Rigida 'Bull' rim - a sensibly priced, eyeletted 26" rim which will take phat rubber
- 34 Sapim 'Strong' spokes (32 for the wheel, plus a couple of spares)
- A 160mm 6-bolt disc rotor
All for the fixed trail-monster project.
Also, finally got round to collecting my Topeak 'Fuel Tank' top-tube bag from the LBS earlier on - very nice it is, too (may soon be appearing on a pub ride or somesuch)
EDIT: The Fuel Tank is now in-situ on the singlespeed:
(http://www.interzen.co.uk/landfill/media/images/fueltank.JPG)
It's a chuffin' sight bigger than the tri-bag it replaces, but for my particular use-case that's not necessarily a bad thing. Need to swap the top-tube straps over, though.
Post by: BrianI on 08 June, 2013, 11:21:52 am
65 squid on wiggle involving:
Deda RHM01 Black Road Handlebar, oversized, 46cm.
BBB BHS-25 Highrise Oversize Stem 110mm
And since I'm putting new bars & stem on, A good time to replace gear & brake inners and outers, so I added them to the shopping basket
And 2 pairs of Kool-stop V-Brake dual compound inserts to replace the stock pads on the tektro cr720
£84 from local shed based supplier of cycling goods:
Ambrosio Evolution rim,
Shimano M590 hub, rear
appropriate spokes & nipples!
:o
Tis only money. But hopefully the new bars & stem should solve my hand / wrist pain. And the new rear wheel will make the bike go faster!
Post by: Juan Martín on 08 June, 2013, 07:20:04 pm
So I walked out to the car park feeling very pleased with myself only to find that the car had a flat tyre. While jacking up the car to change the wheel, a chap asked whether I needed a hand - I didn't really but in the ensuing chat we discovered a mutual interest in old steel-framed bikes...he is in the vehicle painting business...we spend ten minutes discussing options for refinishing my Pat Hanlon next winter, viewing examples of his work on his phone. Serendipity!
Post by: Marco Stefano on 08 June, 2013, 07:26:42 pm
Today's purchases:
- a Tubus Tara lowrider rack & pair of Ortlieb Frontroller Classics from Spa (I am off camping sometime)
- a pair of 32mm Paselas from Wiggle (original 28mm pair on the Hewitt are 6 + years old & low mileage but a cut has become a small bulge so it's time to replace.
Post by: TimO on 09 June, 2013, 08:02:54 pm
It seems sensible to take it to Holland, since I've often ended up taking taxis from the hotel to the ESTEC site, which is only a few miles, and cycling in a country like Holland seems far more sensible than other places I visit (cycling up to the Space Sciences Laboratory at Berkeley requires about two miles of 1 in 10 hill!)
Post by: rogerzilla on 10 June, 2013, 10:43:08 am
(http://www.peeble.com/beinn.jpg)
Frame made in Vietnam, probably by the son of a guy who used to push bikes down the Ho Chi Minh Trail.
(yes, that is a free-range rabbit in the background, and a croquet hoop)
Post by: interzen on 10 June, 2013, 10:56:47 am
(yes, that is a free-range rabbit in the background, and a croquet hoop)Your rabbits play croquet? How very civilised ...
Post by: clarion on 10 June, 2013, 11:14:11 am
(yes, that is a free-range rabbit in the background, and a croquet hoop)Your rabbits play croquet? How very civilised ...
Nah. He's just run out of hedgehogs.
Post by: rogerzilla on 10 June, 2013, 01:03:31 pm
Coincidentally, the black cat was threatened with being used as a croquet ball yesterday when she was repeatedly pouncing on the rabbit (who doesn't mind much, and follows the cat around).(yes, that is a free-range rabbit in the background, and a croquet hoop)Your rabbits play croquet? How very civilised ...
Nah. He's just run out of hedgehogs.
Post by: Kim on 10 June, 2013, 01:36:40 pm
Post by: Greenbank on 10 June, 2013, 01:41:34 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 10 June, 2013, 01:42:38 pm
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 10 June, 2013, 02:51:16 pm
Seeing as I paid £450 for it and many of the parts are near end of life, I think I've done ok out of that.
Post by: Kim on 10 June, 2013, 02:56:20 pm
Some imitation Garmin mounts (http://www.europasatnav.com/chi023-bike-mount-for-garmin-oregon-etrex-gpsmap-dakota-approach-series?gclid=CMmLx9jB2bcCFVMetAod_nsAwA) so I can fit the Etrex 20 to my other bikes. They are only £1.99 each (compared to about £10 for the real ones). So far they look the part and the device clips in ok, still need to give one a proper test though.
Be interested to see how they turn out...
(Hope you're using a lanyard)
Post by: interzen on 10 June, 2013, 03:00:15 pm
Me too - I'm still scoping out GPSes for next year's little adventure and the I've narrowed it down to one of the eTrex series or a Dakota - in all cases, the cost and quality of the 'official' Garmin mounts has been a cause for concern.Some imitation Garmin mounts (http://www.europasatnav.com/chi023-bike-mount-for-garmin-oregon-etrex-gpsmap-dakota-approach-series?gclid=CMmLx9jB2bcCFVMetAod_nsAwA) so I can fit the Etrex 20 to my other bikes. They are only £1.99 each (compared to about £10 for the real ones). So far they look the part and the device clips in ok, still need to give one a proper test though.
Be interested to see how they turn out...
Anything that still requires a lanyard to keep it in-situ isn't going to be suitable for 2500 miles of off-road riding ...
Post by: PaulR on 10 June, 2013, 03:04:17 pm
Then on the Oxford to London ride I felt nervous about my USB-charging front Light & Motion light, as it showed the low battery light from about Thame onwards.
So today I visited the Wiggle website and spent £43 on a shiny new Hope Vision 1 in red, to match my red wheels, complete with matteries and charger.
Post by: Greenbank on 10 June, 2013, 03:06:48 pm
Anything that still requires a lanyard to keep it in-situ isn't going to be suitable for 2500 miles of off-road riding ...
The lanyard is for insurance. It's so that if the mount fails it ends up dangling from the bars rather than in the road and under the wheels of a following car/lorry.
Annoyingly the Edge 705 doesn't have anywhere to fit a lanyard. I keep meaning to bodge something on to it so I can hook one on.
Luckily when my GPS made a bid for freedom yesterday (on the A25 between Shere and the turning for Combe Lane) I was able to retrieve it from the road before it got run over. It was my fault as I hadn't reseated it properly after giving the external power connector a wiggle.
Post by: interzen on 10 June, 2013, 03:16:27 pm
Plus, even given that Surly sprockets aren't cheap, it's a heck of a sight cheaper than a new chainring.
Post by: Kim on 10 June, 2013, 05:39:20 pm
Anything that still requires a lanyard to keep it in-situ isn't going to be suitable for 2500 miles of off-road riding ...
The lanyard is for insurance. It's so that if the mount fails it ends up dangling from the bars rather than in the road and under the wheels of a following car/lorry.
Exactly. In my ~18000 miles of cycling (maybe 10% off-road) with various eTrexen, and excluding borrowed bikes and tandems where I've used the lanyard for its intended purpose, it's come into action exactly once, after I landed on top of the Garmin in a crash. The old-style eTrex mount somehow released without damage, and the unit ended up face down in the muddy puddle along with me and the rest of the bike, rather than pinging off into the undergrowth. I don't think that was really a win in context, but it might have been if there was a river for it to fall into, or motor vehicles to run it over.
On the other hand, the lanyard has caught it when dropped during fitting a few times. Especially when cold fingers or gloves are involved.
And certainly worth it when testing out a new bracket of unknown quality.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 10 June, 2013, 06:42:49 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 10 June, 2013, 07:06:23 pm
You could save a bit of weight by removing that axle nut protector...Not with the propensity of kids to drop bikes!
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 15 June, 2013, 06:38:56 pm
Post by: BrianI on 15 June, 2013, 08:59:40 pm
Post by: andyoxon on 16 June, 2013, 12:40:49 pm
Post by: TimO on 16 June, 2013, 01:06:32 pm
Hmm. This thread has persuaded me that I should probably attach the lanyard to my Vista HCX. (It's fallen off the bars once - and survived unscathed - but I'd rather it not happen again!).
Yes, it's definitely worth doing. I failed to correctly attach my GPS to my bike after the Hilly 50 a few years ago, and it came off whilst I was descending Box Hill, at some speed, so whilst it rattled and bounced around on the lanyard until I could stop, it saved it hitting the road hard, or bouncing off of the edge followed by a hunt for it in the undergrowth.
Admittedly that was due to my own incompetence, rather than a mount failure, but either way it likely would have ended in tears, but for the lanyard.
I do the same with my Exposure Joystick light, which has a mounting which isn't quite as solid as the larger Exposure lights.
Post by: TimO on 16 June, 2013, 01:43:56 pm
Post by: Jurek on 16 June, 2013, 02:27:16 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 17 June, 2013, 03:46:05 pm
Some imitation Garmin mounts (http://www.europasatnav.com/chi023-bike-mount-for-garmin-oregon-etrex-gpsmap-dakota-approach-series?gclid=CMmLx9jB2bcCFVMetAod_nsAwA) so I can fit the Etrex 20 to my other bikes. They are only £1.99 each (compared to about £10 for the real ones). So far they look the part and the device clips in ok, still need to give one a proper test though.
Be interested to see how they turn out...
(Hope you're using a lanyard)
I haven't had chance to give them a proper going over yet. I bought three - 2 of which are very tight, and one feels too loose to be much use. I'll update a bit more when I get out riding the bikes without an oficcial Garmin mount already fitted.
Post by: mcshroom on 17 June, 2013, 03:50:47 pm
Then I worried that I'd never actually done one before and two weeks before my first 600 might not be the best time to be taking my audax wheels apart so I came up with a solution - I bought two rims, a rear hub and some spokes. Instead of just doing a rim transplant, I'm going to wait on that and built an entire rear wheel instead - what could possibly go wrong :facepalm:
If I turn up at the start of the Holland 600 with a black rear wheel nicked off my pub bike then you'll know my first go at wheel building wasn't a success!
Post by: reddo on 18 June, 2013, 08:19:37 pm
http://www.dare2b.com/womens/legwear/heighten-convertible-short.html
Post by: orienteer on 18 June, 2013, 08:29:09 pm
Post by: Gus on 18 June, 2013, 08:36:52 pm
Plus some Chamy cream
Post by: interzen on 20 June, 2013, 12:15:32 pm
The colour is right (Genesis call it 'burnt copper', I call it 'metallic orange' - po-tay-to, po-tah-to) and despite not even being built yet, n+1 has a name courtesy of Mr.Bunbury OTP - n+1 will be called Geri - not only was Geri Halliwell known as Ginger Spice, but an orangery is a place where oranges are grown (OrangeGeri - orangery ... geddit? No? Suit yourself ...)
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 21 June, 2013, 06:59:56 pm
Post by: interzen on 21 June, 2013, 07:10:55 pm
In no particular order, from various vendors:
- A set of Deore M596 disc brakes (I've got them on two other bikes, and yea verily they are good)
- A pair of 180mm rotors plus appropriate IS->post adapters
- A Deore chainset (as I only need the cranks, a set of unused Deore chainrings (22/32/44T I think) will be appearing in the for sale section soon - if anyone wants first dibs then let me know)
- A Salsa 'Enabler' fork
- A Surly fixed disc hub
- A couple of tyres - Geax Saguaro 29x2.2 and On-One Smorgasbord 29x2.25
- An On-One seatpost
- A 34T FSA downhill chainring (no shifting ramps here, no sirree)
- A 17/19T Surly Dingle cog plus lockring
- Some Truvativ chainring bolts
- An XT rear hub (yes, this bike will have two rear wheels ... it Makes Sense In Context)
- A Halo Vapour 29 rim
- Spokes for the above hub/rim combo
- An 18T Surly cassette sprocket and a bunch of spacers for the XT hub.
Still need to sort out a headset (n+1's frame has a tapered head tube, whereas the Enabler fork is a bog-stock 1 1/8" steerer so no doubt some faffage will be required) and a saddle - I'm currently deciding whether a Mandarin or a bog-standard black B17S will look better.
Needless to say, the savings account took a right hammering today.
Post by: interzen on 21 June, 2013, 07:15:36 pm
I've just collected from a delivery dept eight phaart strap-ons, amongst other things. It's an order I made a couple of weeks ago and I can't remember now why I ordered so many!You owe me a new keyboard .... ;D
Post by: Deano on 21 June, 2013, 07:26:46 pm
I've just collected from a delivery dept eight phaart strap-ons, amongst other things. It's an order I made a couple of weeks ago and I can't remember now why I ordered so many!
If you've a couple of spares to sell, I'll have 'em - they're back to a less ridiculously-cheap price now.
Post by: Regulator on 23 June, 2013, 02:07:15 pm
... came away with one of these:
(http://www.decathlon.co.uk/media/818/8188895/big_800PX_55505522.jpg)
I really shouldn't be allowed out on my own. That'll teach Mr R to go away for the weekend without me.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 24 June, 2013, 12:13:54 pm
Post by: interzen on 24 June, 2013, 12:18:14 pm
A Topeak Road Morph pump, because I was impressed with hulver's on the Beverley 100 a couple of weeks ago (it got my tyre up to ~120psi, and I've not needed to top it up with the track pump since).They're very good - I have the Mountain Morph on Pugsley and it shifts enough air to inflate fat bike tyres to a sensible pressure on a less-than-geological timescale.
I have just, as in about 30 seconds ago, ordered a couple of 180mm disc rotors for n+1 - have decided that the 160s I mistakenly ordered on Friday will go on the Green Machine and the Avid rotors will go in the recycling bin.
Post by: hulver on 24 June, 2013, 02:08:03 pm
A Topeak Road Morph pump, because I was impressed with hulver's on the Beverley 100 a couple of weeks ago (it got my tyre up to ~120psi, and I've not needed to top it up with the track pump since).It did so twice I seem to remember. ;D
Got quick release brakes yet? ;)
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 24 June, 2013, 02:31:11 pm
A Topeak Road Morph pump, because I was impressed with hulver's on the Beverley 100 a couple of weeks ago (it got my tyre up to ~120psi, and I've not needed to top it up with the track pump since).It did so twice I seem to remember. ;D
Got quick release brakes yet? ;)
Lol, yes - I'd forgotten about that. :facepalm:
I'm after a new frame, which won't need ultra-long drop brakes, and will definitely get QR this time!
Post by: Greenbank on 28 June, 2013, 05:47:39 pm
One of the stays broke away at the mudguard end (not the forks end) of the front mudguard. Have been putting up with it for a year now but keep catching it with my shoes or moving the bike around in the shedde.
Last night I gouged my shin on it for the second time so it's getting replaced.
Can't only buy SKS mudguards in pairs so I'll have a spare rear mudguard.
Post by: Blazer on 28 June, 2013, 06:56:31 pm
I had my eye taken by a friend's Rapha shorts but thought we may look like twins if I followed suit. The Humvee shorts seem to be getting a lot of press recently but got a bit of bad reviews about the seems not being so good on longer rides.
Fingers crossed...
Post by: Mike r on 30 June, 2013, 10:27:13 am
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 30 June, 2013, 10:37:27 am
Post by: marcusjb on 30 June, 2013, 11:10:56 am
Post by: interzen on 30 June, 2013, 11:36:14 am
Post by: Greenbank on 01 July, 2013, 10:44:00 am
Some replacement mudguards for the commuter bike.
Arrived, time to fit them (and give the commuter bike a mini service).
Post by: interzen on 01 July, 2013, 10:59:10 am
Evans isn't the sort of place I'd go to out of choice, but its only a short walk from work and needs must etc.
Post by: citoyen on 01 July, 2013, 11:53:11 am
I still suspect I've somehow been lured into spending more money than I was intending. ???
Post by: Greenbank on 01 July, 2013, 01:37:52 pm
It will be easier to carry panniers on the front when I've got the child seat mounted. I leave the child seat at the nursery during the day so I can move the panniers to the back for the bulk of the journey.
Post by: Canardly on 01 July, 2013, 07:52:57 pm
Post by: Ham on 01 July, 2013, 08:04:22 pm
Some replacement mudguards for the commuter bike.
One of the stays broke away at the mudguard end (not the forks end) of the front mudguard. Have been putting up with it for a year now but keep catching it with my shoes or moving the bike around in the shedde.
Last night I gouged my shin on it for the second time so it's getting replaced.
Can't only buy SKS mudguards in pairs so I'll have a spare rear mudguard.
I've got a spare front (no stays thobut) - we should get together ;)
Post by: Greenbank on 01 July, 2013, 08:08:43 pm
Post by: Ham on 01 July, 2013, 08:19:50 pm
Post by: Greenbank on 01 July, 2013, 09:02:56 pm
In the depths of winter this bike has Schwalbe Marathon Winter studded tyres on it.
Post by: Valiant on 02 July, 2013, 07:52:35 am
A pair of Rubino Pro 3 Tires
A pair of Durano Londons
A set of tire levers
5x Tubes
4x Rim tape
56x Nipples
A pair of Tektro 737 brakes
Some bar tape
A park tools bike stand
A cycle computer
A repair kit
A HRM
2x Brakes cables
2x Brake outers
8x Brake pads
100x Ferrules
And a partridge in a pear tree.
Post by: Pedaldog. on 03 July, 2013, 01:16:10 am
It was at a Very Reduced price...http://www.evanscycles.com/products/bern/brentwood-helmet-ec021572
Post by: citoyen on 03 July, 2013, 08:18:41 am
100x Ferrules
Isn't it annoying that they only come in packs of 100? I'm still less than halfway through the box I bought x years ago.
The other annoying thing is when the box eventually disintegrates and disperses its contents throughout your bike toolkit...
Quote
And a partridge in a pear tree.
Aha!
Post by: fuzzy on 03 July, 2013, 08:37:35 am
Met Stradavarius at ridiculous discount :thumbsup:
Post by: Kim on 03 July, 2013, 02:05:35 pm
100x Ferrules
Isn't it annoying that they only come in packs of 100? I'm still less than halfway through the box I bought x years ago.
The other annoying thing is when the box eventually disintegrates and disperses its contents throughout your bike toolkit...
SJS have the solution. (http://simplypeachy.livejournal.com/733624.html)
Post by: Greenbank on 04 July, 2013, 11:34:22 am
Why?
http://www.greenbank.org/misc/IMG_4637.JPG
Had a meeting to get to at 8.30 so I just pedaled in one legged. It was only 7km. Some funny looks at the lights when people see me holding a crank and pedal in my left hand.
Getting a friend to bring a big 1/2" socket driver to football tonight (I'm going there straight from work) so I can fit the new BB whilst in the pub.
Post by: zigzag on 04 July, 2013, 04:20:26 pm
Post by: clifftaylor on 05 July, 2013, 07:18:50 am
Post by: tiermat on 05 July, 2013, 07:39:46 am
A pair of Ultegra 6700 wheels :smug:
:thumbsup: there is a purchase you won't regret
Post by: Greenbank on 05 July, 2013, 09:52:22 am
Will be nipping in to Halfords on the way back from my late lunchtime spin around the park to pick up some cheapo front rack(s) for the commuter bike.
It will be easier to carry panniers on the front when I've got the child seat mounted. I leave the child seat at the nursery during the day so I can move the panniers to the back for the bulk of the journey.
Didn't get to go after the park, but going today to pick some up hopefully.
Got them, having fitted them it explains why they're so cheap.
Post by: Vince on 06 July, 2013, 04:44:59 am
Post by: interzen on 06 July, 2013, 10:46:31 am
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B002NQ31KA/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Not the lightest but they'll do for commuting/training purposes and they do have fore-aft adjustment, which is kind-of important. Will be taking them out for a test ride shortly ...
Post by: mcshroom on 07 July, 2013, 03:33:58 pm
Post by: Kim on 07 July, 2013, 04:00:12 pm
Post by: zigzag on 08 July, 2013, 12:03:59 pm
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-KJMYpylNhFk/UdqZybuO8nI/AAAAAAAAC-g/nHoJHzGcKQA/s640/Sleeping%2520bags.jpg)
Post by: Vince on 08 July, 2013, 12:17:42 pm
For a bike that is supposed to inherit parts from its betters, its becoming very spendy at the moment.
Post by: Marco Stefano on 08 July, 2013, 12:20:43 pm
Post by: interzen on 08 July, 2013, 12:23:17 pm
couple of "sleeping bags" for the transcontinental race - combined with the silk liners (which are in the post) they should do the job, i hope.. :-\I bought myself one of these a while back, ostensibly as part of my Tour Divide-oriented sleep system:
http://www.totalaccessonline.co.uk/Products/Accessories-and-Bags/Medical-Kits/Sol-Emergency-Bivvy?gclid=CIfctuLjn7gCFSXHtAodykEA4A
I've not used it in anger (yet) but it packs down fairly small and looks to be reusable with a bit of care. Not as light as a space blanket, obviously, but far less faff. The stuff sac is quite handy too.
Post by: interzen on 08 July, 2013, 03:01:06 pm
An Aldi wireless computer for £6:99 to replace a >20 year-old Cateye Mity2. Seems to work well; might well buy a second one.I've just bagged 3 of 'em from the Aldi near work; just fitted one to the 1x1, and the other two will go on Orange Bike #2 and Pugsley, respectively ...
Also, whilst not exactly cycling stuff, I picked up a pedometer for £8, which was a nice bonus - I can quantify our lunchtime walks now ::-)
Post by: clifftaylor on 08 July, 2013, 03:48:30 pm
Post by: Feline on 08 July, 2013, 04:28:03 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 08 July, 2013, 06:36:51 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 08 July, 2013, 09:40:07 pm
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 09 July, 2013, 10:18:52 am
£50! bike parts are getting effing ridiculously expensive.
Post by: tiermat on 09 July, 2013, 10:22:18 am
Some new cycling sunglasses. My existing ones have a cloudy patch on one lens having probably rubbed against something in a bag, which is slightly annoying when wearing them. The new ones are Oakley with transitions lenses, hopefully they will go clear enough for riding into the evenings when flies are about on LEL. I was very torn between going for polarising lenses instead, but the mixture of lighting there tends to be on long Audaxes swung it in favour of something that should be good in most conditions.
If they are anything like the lenses in my PowerRace glasses, they will be fine for riding in nearly all conditions. Out and out bright sun might be a bit much for them (they don't go as dark as a proper polarised lens), but for the typical UK "sunny" day through to night riding they will be fine (I switched to these types of lenses as I am lazy git and can't be bothered to keep changing lenses, or carrying the spares, when out on a ride)
Post by: Feline on 09 July, 2013, 02:03:52 pm
Some new cycling sunglasses. My existing ones have a cloudy patch on one lens having probably rubbed against something in a bag, which is slightly annoying when wearing them. The new ones are Oakley with transitions lenses, hopefully they will go clear enough for riding into the evenings when flies are about on LEL. I was very torn between going for polarising lenses instead, but the mixture of lighting there tends to be on long Audaxes swung it in favour of something that should be good in most conditions.
If they are anything like the lenses in my PowerRace glasses, they will be fine for riding in nearly all conditions. Out and out bright sun might be a bit much for them (they don't go as dark as a proper polarised lens), but for the typical UK "sunny" day through to night riding they will be fine (I switched to these types of lenses as I am lazy git and can't be bothered to keep changing lenses, or carrying the spares, when out on a ride)
Ah thanks, that's good to know. Sounds like they are a good choice. Can't wait for them to arrive!
I watched a YouTube video of a Japanese guy going in and out of a building in his and thought they looked brilliant :D
Post by: Marco Stefano on 09 July, 2013, 08:57:03 pm
An Aldi wireless computer for £6:99 to replace a >20 year-old Cateye Mity2. Seems to work well; might well buy a second one.
Bought a second one, in a different colour.
Post by: TimC on 10 July, 2013, 09:06:58 pm
Post by: zigzag on 11 July, 2013, 10:12:06 pm
specialized evo goretex rain jacket
s-works road shoes
romin evo pro saddle
assos t.607.4 bibs
lezyne carbon drive lite pump
pro gold chain lube
crud roadracer 2 mudguards
specialized virtue aero bottle+cage
nuun tablets and a couple of inner tubes
Post by: Feline on 11 July, 2013, 10:16:59 pm
Some new cycling sunglasses. My existing ones have a cloudy patch on one lens having probably rubbed against something in a bag, which is slightly annoying when wearing them. The new ones are Oakley with transitions lenses, hopefully they will go clear enough for riding into the evenings when flies are about on LEL. I was very torn between going for polarising lenses instead, but the mixture of lighting there tends to be on long Audaxes swung it in favour of something that should be good in most conditions.
If they are anything like the lenses in my PowerRace glasses, they will be fine for riding in nearly all conditions. Out and out bright sun might be a bit much for them (they don't go as dark as a proper polarised lens), but for the typical UK "sunny" day through to night riding they will be fine (I switched to these types of lenses as I am lazy git and can't be bothered to keep changing lenses, or carrying the spares, when out on a ride)
Ah thanks, that's good to know. Sounds like they are a good choice. Can't wait for them to arrive!
I watched a YouTube video of a Japanese guy going in and out of a building in his and thought they looked brilliant :D
My Oakley M wave transition lens sunnies arrived and I fully test rode them today on a ride with a full mixture of conditions, from bright sunshine to tunnels through the hillside and dappled shady lanes. I had crystal clear vision all day, never too dark and never wanted for darker lenses. They also protected my eyes from wind on fast descents and didn't fog up when climbing or stopping while breathing heavily. A definite thumbs up from me :thumbsup:
Post by: Kim on 11 July, 2013, 10:40:18 pm
Post by: Dibdib on 12 July, 2013, 06:02:58 pm
First reactions, without straying into Lift The Lid territory, is that it's light, comfy, and not too ugly for a polystyrene hat. Happy days.
Post by: bumper on 12 July, 2013, 06:37:49 pm
New bottles because my camelbaks have gone sticky
New bottle cages for the above
A new seatpost with a little more setback for my Brooks
A new garmin mount because I snapped the other last week removing the unit
A new pair of ultegra pedals
A new pair of shoes because my Sidis have cracked
Postie will be busy next week because they're all from different shops :)
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 12 July, 2013, 07:44:46 pm
I'll be fitting some decent cotton tubs to a disk and trispoke combo tomorrow too.
Post by: Vince on 12 July, 2013, 09:49:56 pm
Post by: interzen on 13 July, 2013, 01:02:48 pm
(I briefly toyed with the idea of a 203, but decided that would look completely insane even by my somewhat lax standards ;D)
Post by: Canardly on 13 July, 2013, 08:36:41 pm
Post by: L CC on 14 July, 2013, 10:45:33 am
How is this cycling stuff? So that I have something non-lycra-and-sweaty to sleep in during LEL. Packs down to about 10x10x2cm, and weighs nearly nothing.
Post by: Chris S on 14 July, 2013, 10:46:47 am
A silk nightie.
How is this cycling stuff? So that I have something non-lycra-and-sweaty to sleep in during LEL. Packs down to about 10x10x2cm, and weighs nearly nothing.
I hope you got me one too! :-*
Post by: Dibdib on 14 July, 2013, 10:54:32 am
A silk nightie.
How is this cycling stuff? So that I have something non-lycra-and-sweaty to sleep in during LEL. Packs down to about 10x10x2cm, and weighs nearly nothing.
I hope you got me one too! :-*
(http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t231/Fred_Blogs/mindbleach.jpg)
;-)
Post by: Feline on 14 July, 2013, 11:05:42 pm
I had a Rapha delivery of merino arm warmers and knee warmers, another summer weight cap and 3 pairs of merino socks. I figure I will stink less in merino if I wear it for 4 days ;D
Post by: Ashaman42 on 15 July, 2013, 09:39:25 pm
Those shorts and my current pair should see me set for LEL, think I've done right going for the notch up from budget but couldn't quite bring myself to stretch to the Pro ones, hopefully I won't regret that. Saying that given that I've had 6 years use out of the current shorts even the expensiver ones would be good value for money.
ETA: Bum, forgot to order spare brake pads... oh well, I'm sure I'll think of a few more bits I need over the next couple days.
Post by: Kim on 16 July, 2013, 01:15:41 pm
The incessant clicking from my sandals is driving me insane. The squeaking is bad enough.
Post by: Juan Martín on 16 July, 2013, 08:59:17 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 20 July, 2013, 06:24:03 pm
money in that old current account...and so on, a whole afternoon of justification. And so... a 1976 Mercian Superlight frame and forks.
It would have been cheaper to buy the pedals on Ebay but hey, I saved myself £18 by not buying them, so a lucky escape there. :thumbsup:
Post by: David Martin on 20 July, 2013, 07:02:27 pm
Degreaser, bike cleaner and GT85 (2.49 per can at Halfords on special offer).
Post by: Pedaldog. on 20 July, 2013, 11:17:13 pm
It doth verily need some inventive fettling but I have given it a maiden flight onna A6 and a Big, Twisty Downhill section. Teh Grinz is stuill here 15 hours later
Post by: Juan Martín on 22 July, 2013, 12:02:06 pm
Post by: Quint on 22 July, 2013, 01:17:38 pm
Post by: zigzag on 22 July, 2013, 07:18:26 pm
Post by: Pedaldog. on 23 July, 2013, 02:24:33 am
Post by: interzen on 23 July, 2013, 10:56:47 am
Post by: Jurek on 23 July, 2013, 12:52:55 pm
Can't wait.
Post by: zigzag on 23 July, 2013, 01:27:56 pm
Just ordered a pair of Pro Track (http://www.mountainbikecomponents.co.uk/items.asp?CategoryID=15&Name=Goldtec+Track+Hubs+%2D+Rims+%2D+Wheel+Build+Options) hubs form Goldtec, which'll be married up to a pair of Velocity V rims for the Pompino.
Can't wait.
i was considering these for my single speed; would be interested to know the weight and spoke hole measurements (circle diameter and distance from the centre)
Post by: Feline on 23 July, 2013, 11:30:19 pm
Post by: Ashaman42 on 24 July, 2013, 07:52:55 am
Post by: zigzag on 24 July, 2013, 02:16:08 pm
Post by: interzen on 24 July, 2013, 02:32:45 pm
travel insurance to cover my ride to istanbul next weekWho with?
Post by: zigzag on 24 July, 2013, 04:04:59 pm
Post by: interzen on 24 July, 2013, 04:20:47 pm
cyclosure - a basic cover that fits my requirementsTa.
Initial impressions are promising, although I'll have to dig through their small print to see if they have any wacky exclusions relating to off-road racing (I've already done their medical pre-screening thing - someone ought to inform their department of redundancy department that if someone is declared Type 2 diabetic then questions about insulin are irrelevant - if they're taking insulin, they're Type 1)
Post by: andrewc on 27 July, 2013, 01:46:55 pm
Once she's got the Bike To Work faff sorted out it looks like I'll be having to give her cycling lessons and have another beast to fettle :facepalm:
Post by: Jurek on 27 July, 2013, 01:54:33 pm
Nice looking rims, but somewhat disappointingly they tip the scales at around 100g more than my usual fare of Ksyrium Elites :(
Post by: interzen on 27 July, 2013, 02:18:46 pm
Yes folks, Shimano do a 'regular' grease and a DuraAce grease although if the things I've read about the latter are in any way true then it is actually worth the extra money. The only downside is that it doesn't look like radioactive snot, like the 'regular' Shimano workshop grease :(
Post by: Juan Martín on 27 July, 2013, 07:49:34 pm
Post by: gibbo on 27 July, 2013, 07:55:29 pm
Gibbo.
Post by: mrkwr on 29 July, 2013, 09:28:03 pm
Post by: Redjeep! on 29 July, 2013, 09:48:22 pm
http://www.prendas.co.uk/details.asp?ID=3359 (http://www.prendas.co.uk/details.asp?ID=3359)
Post by: Juan Martín on 31 July, 2013, 08:32:35 am
For me, a pair of Simplex retrofriction levers from Ireland via Ebay for my Mercian Project.
Also awaiting delivery of a pair of Suntour brake levers, Weinmann 500 callipers and an N Record front mech.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 31 July, 2013, 08:39:59 am
Post by: fuzzy on 31 July, 2013, 01:28:34 pm
Post by: interzen on 31 July, 2013, 01:33:00 pm
It'll at least give me some luggage options on the off-road bikes until my replacement Viscacha turns up; even then it'll probably be pressed into service for trivial scoots round fire roads and the like.
1 - not a slight against Carradice by any means; the fact that my nearly 20 year old Camper Longflap saddlebag is still going strong speaks volumes about the durability of cotton duck.
Post by: De Sisti on 31 July, 2013, 01:59:44 pm
Post by: interzen on 31 July, 2013, 04:12:19 pm
Oooh, nice jersey!Oooh ... not only is it orange, but it's also available in salad-dodger sizes!
Now where's me credit card ...
Post by: interzen on 01 August, 2013, 11:10:32 am
Now that the empty unit at work isn't empty any more parking spaces are at a premium - this is probably the universe telling me to ride to work more, so if I'm going to be doing that I'd much rather do it without my feet getting cold and wet when the weather invariably turns bad.
Post by: rafletcher on 01 August, 2013, 01:30:05 pm
Post by: Redjeep! on 01 August, 2013, 09:23:49 pm
Oooh, nice jersey!Oooh ... not only is it orange, but it's also available in salad-dodger sizes!
Now where's me credit card ...
Thanks guys.
It arrived today and the photo doesn't do it justice. It's not 'a little bright' at all, it's really, really, really bright ! It's pretty much dayglo, but it suits the entire retro vibe really well. I'm very pleased with it and can't wait to wear it.
I think that I'm obliged to buy the Cima Coppi jersey from the same site as well now (as I couldn't decide which one I liked the most).
Post by: Juan Martín on 04 August, 2013, 08:57:34 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 04 August, 2013, 09:14:10 pm
Post by: vorsprung on 04 August, 2013, 09:21:38 pm
sold a bike in the garage
Post by: Feline on 05 August, 2013, 06:07:52 pm
My titanium bottle cage snapped on LEL causing a worrying rattle, and then meant I had to ride into a blow torch all day with only one bottle accessible on the frame. I think my Ti one snapped because there isn't much room to get a full sized bottle out on the seat tube mounted position causing me to yank and twist sightly every time. I searched fruitlessly for hours for a side entry Ti one and came to the conclusion they don't exist. I can't bring myself to have non-matching or fugly cages so decided to try the Vincero Stratus magnetic system which if it works will neatly solve my problem!
Post by: mcshroom on 05 August, 2013, 09:40:01 pm
Post by: Jurek on 06 August, 2013, 12:24:53 pm
This evening they'll go, along with the Velocity rims, to the wheelbuilder :)
Post by: PaulR on 06 August, 2013, 02:13:16 pm
(http://static.lfgss.com/attachments/71421d1375610024-photo-1.jpg)
Geometry is slightly curious (50cm seat tube, 55cm top tube) but v similar to my Dave Lloyd and to the long-departed Miffy bike.
Post by: clarion on 06 August, 2013, 06:22:19 pm
Post by: Bledlow on 06 August, 2013, 10:16:23 pm
Far too few stockists, & even fewer charging reasonable P&P for something so small & light.
Post by: clarion on 06 August, 2013, 10:33:40 pm
Btw, I note that the autocorrect on my phone as far as 'bibsho' prefers Hinduism or bondholders. ???
Post by: Dinamo on 07 August, 2013, 07:37:08 pm
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/xlab-kona-bag-ls/rp-prod47143
Easily fits 2 spare tubes, levers, etc & a Leyzme pump.
Sits neatly under saddle ( a little longer than most but nice to be able to fit everything in )
Post by: tiermat on 08 August, 2013, 08:17:09 am
Post by: interzen on 08 August, 2013, 10:47:00 am
Post by: Pedaldog. on 09 August, 2013, 01:48:58 am
Post by: Jurek on 09 August, 2013, 07:27:30 pm
2 KMC X10L chains in gold (Titanium nitride, really) At £26.00 they seemed to be a bargain from Parker International - and they're not going to go off.......
Post by: reddo on 09 August, 2013, 09:02:49 pm
Post by: Pedaldog. on 10 August, 2013, 12:49:17 am
I wanna cargo bike and he does a plan that even I might be able to handle so looking forward to trying it out.
Post by: Quint on 10 August, 2013, 05:06:56 am
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 10 August, 2013, 02:18:27 pm
Also a load of orange cardboard from the station, for upcoming rides.
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 10 August, 2013, 04:51:46 pm
A new Selle Italia Turbomatic Gel Flow Saddle for Pink bike. I should have looked online all the etailers seem to have it at a much reduce price :-( Still I like to support the LBS.
New handle bar tape was fitted. Excellent.
The shop removed the 20 year old stuck bottom from Green bike and replaced it. Excellent.
A chainring for the rebuild of Orange bike.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 10 August, 2013, 11:59:25 pm
Post by: Feline on 12 August, 2013, 12:02:25 am
It fits well on my Sabbath's seat tube without fouling the top tube as I take the bottle out like normal bottle cages do (and caused the breakage of my titanium bottle cage on LEL).
(http://cdn.mos.bikeradar.com/images/bikes-and-gear/accessories/water-bottle/1335449139698-1vmwtz4qpxp6-399-75.jpg)
It seems to work rather well and leaves the frame looking very unencumbered when not in use. When I've convinced myself it works well on the road I will get one for the down tube too so the bottles are then matching and interchangeable. The only downside I can see is not being able to stick a Costa coffee in your bottle cage at railway stations. I rarely do that anyway!
Post by: fuzzy on 12 August, 2013, 09:21:17 am
Extreme?
I'll let you know.
:D
Post by: Andrij on 13 August, 2013, 10:22:07 am
Post by: interzen on 13 August, 2013, 10:32:26 am
There was also a wee note apologising for the delay in sending me out a replacement for my Viscacha seatpack (still awaiting stock from the
Also ordered a pair of ATAC XC2 pedals from Wiggle (with proper CrMo axle instead of hi-tensile cheese) to replace the Aliums which I killed on yesterday's ride. They'll be tested at the weekend, I reckon, if I decide to do a cheeky bivvy trip to the Moors.
Post by: interzen on 13 August, 2013, 10:34:39 am
Me and another Saturday Boy at the bike shop went halves on a case of Jelly Belly Extreme Watermelon sports beans.http://www.thebestpageintheuniverse.net/c.cgi?u=xtreme_bullshit [NSFW or people of a nervous disposition and/or lacking a sense of humour]
Extreme?
I'll let you know.
:D
Post by: fuzzy on 15 August, 2013, 02:21:53 pm
;DMe and another Saturday Boy at the bike shop went halves on a case of Jelly Belly Extreme Watermelon sports beans.http://www.thebestpageintheuniverse.net/c.cgi?u=xtreme_bullshit [NSFW or people of a nervous disposition and/or lacking a sense of humour]
Extreme?
I'll let you know.
:D
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 15 August, 2013, 09:14:27 pm
And another frame...
Post by: mcshroom on 15 August, 2013, 10:42:12 pm
A cute little 15mm stubby spanner. :D
Where from? I could do with something smaller than my combi-spanner for the Trek
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And another frame...Purple?
:)
Post by: David Martin on 15 August, 2013, 10:43:59 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 15 August, 2013, 11:35:14 pm
A cute little 15mm stubby spanner. :DWhere from? I could do with something smaller than my combi-spanner for the Trek
One of these (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Laser-2812-Spanner-Stubby-15mm/dp/B0039ULMWI), though I got it via Ebay - I happened upon an old thread on here about them the other day (can't remember what I was looking for at the time, but I don't think it was spanners!). My normal one doesn't fit in my little tool bag, so I have to remember to take it with me - this one can just stay in the tool bag all the time.
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QuoteAnd another frame...Purple?
Nope! This one's black...
Post by: Bledlow on 16 August, 2013, 10:52:43 am
Post by: TimC on 16 August, 2013, 12:43:45 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 16 August, 2013, 01:44:11 pm
Post by: rafletcher on 16 August, 2013, 01:56:24 pm
Post by: clifftaylor on 17 August, 2013, 08:54:55 am
Post by: Feline on 17 August, 2013, 01:58:20 pm
Post by: TheLurker on 17 August, 2013, 07:49:43 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 18 August, 2013, 06:02:42 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 19 August, 2013, 09:29:05 pm
(http://www.pittmantraffic.co.uk/product_images/56099027-9e18-4024-81eb-3780193deaac/P-757151_S.jpg)
Hopefully this should keep the bikes under control in the house.
Post by: BrianI on 20 August, 2013, 06:36:04 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 20 August, 2013, 06:58:46 pm
I'll take the old levers off Alfie and put them on my returned Trice Q which has single-sided braking (which doesn't work very well). The original Trice Q levers got mislaid along the way.
My osteopath's wife wants a go of my trike so I really need to ensure the brakes function reasonably!
Post by: Juan Martín on 20 August, 2013, 10:36:30 pm
Post by: GrahamG on 21 August, 2013, 02:00:57 pm
http://www.primera-sports.com/products/latest-products-470/cervelo-r3-dark-edition-18902.aspx
Post by: Andrew Br on 22 August, 2013, 01:45:52 pm
I've not had many punctures on that bike (tyres are Sammy Slicks) but getting the rear wheel off is a PITA so I'd like to reduce the chance of needing to.
I'll report back in 5 years if it works or in a few weeks/months if it doesn't.
ETA: Good service from Merlin Cycles. I ordered Wednesday morning, it arrived this pm :thumbsup:
Post by: rafletcher on 22 August, 2013, 02:22:35 pm
Post by: Canardly on 22 August, 2013, 08:48:02 pm
One of these: -
(http://www.pittmantraffic.co.uk/product_images/56099027-9e18-4024-81eb-3780193deaac/P-757151_S.jpg)
Hopefully this should keep the bikes under control in the house.
I have one of those they make life much easier.....
Post by: Canardly on 22 August, 2013, 08:50:11 pm
Fuckadoodle... just put a deposit down on this...
http://www.primera-sports.com/products/latest-products-470/cervelo-r3-dark-edition-18902.aspx
That looks absolutely gorgeous strewth.
Post by: mcshroom on 25 August, 2013, 10:05:48 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 26 August, 2013, 07:55:41 am
Post by: Vince on 26 August, 2013, 08:36:44 am
Post by: menthel on 26 August, 2013, 09:42:48 am
Post by: Feline on 26 August, 2013, 01:54:35 pm
Post by: interzen on 26 August, 2013, 04:59:31 pm
The search for a pair of 29x2.1" Big Apples continues, though :(
Post by: arvid on 26 August, 2013, 06:12:59 pm
The search for a pair of 29x2.1" Big Apples continues, though :(
http://www.bike-components.de/products/info/p30616_Big-Apple-Performance-Drahtreifen-.html
In stock, 20 euro per tyre. At least I think you mean the 55-622.
No, I don't have shares, but they do get my yearly "year of supplies" order.
Post by: interzen on 26 August, 2013, 06:27:00 pm
I do indeed mean 55-622.The search for a pair of 29x2.1" Big Apples continues, though :(
http://www.bike-components.de/products/info/p30616_Big-Apple-Performance-Drahtreifen-.html
In stock, 20 euro per tyre. At least I think you mean the 55-622.
No, I don't have shares, but they do get my yearly "year of supplies" order.
My German is a bit rusty, but they look like the wire-bead versions - I'm after the folding bead version.
Post by: mcshroom on 27 August, 2013, 09:32:27 am
This place is leading me astray :facepalm:
(and what the hell am I letting myself in for - my commute has 10% hills up and down in each direction :-\)
Post by: interzen on 27 August, 2013, 10:23:48 am
(and what the hell am I letting myself in for - my commute has 10% hills up and down in each direction :-\)You'll get fitter and learn to spin. Double win.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 27 August, 2013, 10:32:17 am
A couple of Miche fixed sprockets, a lock ring and a tool to tighten it up with.
This place is leading me astray :facepalm:
(and what the hell am I letting myself in for - my commute has 10% hills up and down in each direction :-\)
Yay! Now you need to get it set up before Friday. It's a flat route...
Post by: Gus on 27 August, 2013, 12:17:19 pm
Post by: interzen on 30 August, 2013, 10:20:20 am
At a tenner a pair they're about half the price of similar 'cycling oriented' gloves and since the grip on a kayak paddle probably isn't massively different from the grip on a handlebar, at least according to a mate of mine who's both a cyclist and a kayaker, they've got to be worth a punt at a tenner a pair.
Initial impressions are good - they're a snug fit, but then I guess they need to be given their intended purposes. Lomo also have neoprene socks (again, aimed at the kayaking/sailing types) which are a heck of sight cheaper than SealSkinz et.al.
Post by: Vince on 30 August, 2013, 11:09:55 am
Maybe kayaking gloves have some sort of membrane and will be better.
Post by: interzen on 30 August, 2013, 11:22:26 am
I used neoprene diving gloves in a non-diving scenario once. Not good. The sweat has nowhere to go and you end up with white manky flesh and no I wasn't wearing them for several days!These particular gloves have a neoprene upper and Amara 'leather' palm, ostensibly for grip (which I can understand - the palms of most cycling gloves seem to be made of similar material). The 'inside' of the palm seems is backed with something fleecy so I reckon that any sweat/water/whatever will wick out that way.
Maybe kayaking gloves have some sort of membrane and will be better.
There's only one way to find out if they're fit for purpose, but since I only wear gloves when I absolutely have to (ie. if it's cold, raining, snowing or some combination of these) there could be a bit of a wait but like I said, for a tenner a pair I've not lost a massive amount if they don't work out.
I don't think that the cycling and kayaking use-cases are that different, although in a kayak you're going to get a whole lot wetter.
Post by: Moultonaught on 30 August, 2013, 12:08:58 pm
Wonder if I'll miss the biopace I'm replacing!
Post by: zigzag on 30 August, 2013, 01:00:34 pm
Post by: Deano on 01 September, 2013, 11:07:23 pm
It was knackered and full of holes anyway, but I still missed it.
And I managed to charm them into giving me another fifteen quid off :)
Post by: Kim on 01 September, 2013, 11:22:57 pm
Having sorted out the fork, I'd realised how rubbish the damping on the rear has become of late.
Post by: Squarewheels on 02 September, 2013, 09:33:44 pm
Post by: The_Mikey on 02 September, 2013, 09:45:12 pm
Post by: Squarewheels on 02 September, 2013, 09:48:25 pm
Bought some animal print handlebar tape. ;D
I almost did once - I chickened out :-[.
Post by: T42 on 02 September, 2013, 09:57:12 pm
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 03 September, 2013, 01:37:44 pm
I bought some postage and packing. Two M5 x 30 bolts came with it.
This will allow me to fit my mud guards to my 1 inch wide forks. See Postage and packing is useful.
Post by: mcshroom on 03 September, 2013, 02:52:27 pm
Post by: TheLurker on 03 September, 2013, 07:45:38 pm
Unfortunately it looks as though Smart may no longer be supplying their natty oversize bracket which is better than B&M's own cos it puts the clamp at the rear of the handlebars were it doesn't foul cables. Neil at dotbike is investigating on my behalf.
Post by: mcshroom on 03 September, 2013, 07:46:46 pm
http://www.evanscycles.com/products/smart/front-light-bracket-ec021424#features
Post by: TheLurker on 03 September, 2013, 08:02:49 pm
Post by: TimO on 04 September, 2013, 09:56:16 pm
I also ordered a cheap pedal spanner from Blackdog Bikes (http://bdbikes.co.uk/) (via eBay), which for £2-50, can't really go far wrong! It's quite small, so I'll be able to add it to my group ride toolkit. The only possible issue with it, is whether it's long enough to get enough force in, but I generally grease my pedals well, so it'll only be a problem on someone else's bike!
... and finally, a 20 tooth Sturmey Archer singlespeed freewheel from Practical Cycles (http://www.practicalcycles.com/), who were cheaper than all of the more mainstream companies, and probably faster with their delivery as well!
I feel some fettling coming on, although I'll have to hunt around for some penny washers first (or wait until the others turn up, probably on Friday).
Post by: TimO on 04 September, 2013, 10:00:11 pm
That looks _very_ like although I see it's using a knurled nut rather than a lever now.
I often replace those knurled nuts with bog standard M5 nuts and bolts (see above post!), which the bolts inside the fixings often are anyway. Unless you need the ability to adjust them "on the fly", doing it up with an Allen key is typically much more secure than trying to put any force into those knurled bits (you may need a small washer to protect the plastic from being gouged when you tighten up a nut or bolt however).
Post by: TheLurker on 05 September, 2013, 11:25:51 am
Unfortunately it looks as though Smart may no longer be supplying their natty oversize bracket which is better than B&M's own cos it puts the clamp at the rear of the handlebars where it doesn't foul cables.In other news; this isn't going to be a problem. As I discovered late on Tuesday night B&M are now supplying a "one size fits all" bracket with their lamps which looks verrrry like the Smart item. Even down to the knurled knut.
To use with oversize bars you have to unscrew the lamp carrier slide and move the band out a notch or two and then re-assemble. I wouldn't be at all surprised to find that the Smart item is identical.
If you're in the market for a new B&M handlebar mounted light for oversize bars you'll need to keep an eye out as there's still old stock hanging around with the old standard diameter fitting supplied. I managed to buy one of each on Tues. Luckily MrsLurker's cranky old grid has "normal" diameter handlebars.
Post by: Juan Martín on 05 September, 2013, 12:41:20 pm
Post by: diapsaon0 on 05 September, 2013, 01:04:37 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 06 September, 2013, 10:19:40 am
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 06 September, 2013, 10:23:28 am
Post by: tiermat on 06 September, 2013, 10:31:53 am
Just ordered some Ortlieb front rollers from Spa.
What colour? I don't think they do PURPLE... :)
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 06 September, 2013, 10:37:53 am
Post by: Furious on 06 September, 2013, 01:18:13 pm
Winter is Coming
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 06 September, 2013, 06:33:13 pm
They had some ridiculously bright pink Schwalbe Delta Cruisers which I was almost tempted by, even though I'm not normally into pink. I resisted, though. :D
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 07 September, 2013, 11:45:21 am
Post by: interzen on 07 September, 2013, 12:27:15 pm
I've decided I'm not man enough to rock a fixed-gear fat bike so I'm going for Lots-Of-GearsTM instead.
Post by: Quint on 07 September, 2013, 01:11:46 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 07 September, 2013, 01:22:21 pm
Various bits of XT kit (hub, rear mech, shifter etc.) for the Pugsley rebuild.
I've decided I'm not man enough to rock a fixed-gear fat bike so I'm going for Lots-Of-GearsTM instead.
You're going for derailleur gears? :o
Post by: interzen on 07 September, 2013, 01:52:01 pm
Yep - probably 1x10; gives me a bit more control over gearing options than I'd have with a hub gear - changing a cassette is a heck of a sight cheaper than changing a chainring, especially when the chainrings are for Surly's MWOD chainset (ie. not cheap)Various bits of XT kit (hub, rear mech, shifter etc.) for the Pugsley rebuild.
I've decided I'm not man enough to rock a fixed-gear fat bike so I'm going for Lots-Of-GearsTM instead.
You're going for derailleur gears? :o
Post by: TimO on 07 September, 2013, 02:01:24 pm
Post by: zigzag on 08 September, 2013, 07:52:56 pm
A Sturmey Archer four pronged singlespeed freewheel removal tool, since it turns out to not quite be the same size as a standard four pronged tool. ???
i haven't noticed that sa slots are different from shimano freewheels. "cyclo bmx-4" tool works fine with both..
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 09 September, 2013, 01:28:57 pm
TA single ring chain ring bolts.
Post by: David Martin on 14 September, 2013, 11:22:46 pm
Post by: Redjeep! on 15 September, 2013, 09:27:17 pm
An On-One Dirty Disco with drop bars and Shimano 105. Nice.
Post by: Kim on 15 September, 2013, 10:09:23 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 15 September, 2013, 11:27:10 pm
Post by: zigzag on 16 September, 2013, 01:36:36 pm
Post by: L CC on 17 September, 2013, 02:15:11 pm
Of course now I've stated the intent, the original will stay missing...
but to stave that off, I've ordered a nicer one, that I wont want to return.
Take that karma!
(And pump, come the fuck out of hiding.)
Post by: L CC on 18 September, 2013, 06:44:55 am
So, buying new lights today. I'm starting to think it's an annual thing. I hate having to spend money for things I should already own, and this is two days in a row, grrr. Still, there's that lezyne sale...
Post by: Vince on 18 September, 2013, 09:41:42 am
Post by: Andrew Br on 18 September, 2013, 12:44:34 pm
It looks darn good and I'm looking forward to getting it built up to ride it.
Post by: T42 on 18 September, 2013, 12:46:52 pm
Not strictly bought since it was a warranty replacement, butI collected my new Enigma frame today.
It looks darn good and I'm looking forward to getting it built up to ride it.
Just heading out to pick up my bike from the LBS: Shimano 105 10-spd 3 years old and the external BB bearings were shot. The bearings on my 1999 9-spd 105 are still fine.
Post by: Tim Hall on 18 September, 2013, 05:15:05 pm
Tube patching fest for me tonight!
Post by: TimC on 18 September, 2013, 07:54:37 pm
Post by: The_Mikey on 18 September, 2013, 08:23:16 pm
Post by: alexb on 19 September, 2013, 09:39:24 am
Post by: zigzag on 19 September, 2013, 09:32:04 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 20 September, 2013, 06:55:38 pm
One of those canyon vcls seatposts.
Please report back when you've done some miles on it zigzag; I'm wondering about getting something like that for my new frame.
In other news, and as reported elsewhere, I bought a set of 11sp Chorus shifters for the aforementioned new frame.
Ribble had the best prices that I could find and they sweetened the deal by knocking another 10% off with a Tour of Britain extra discount.
I've apologised to my LBS but they understood; they couldn't buy them from the distributor for what I paid........
I suspect that Ribble are getting rid of old stock but that suited me because I understand that the 2014 models won't work with Shimano derailleurs.
Post by: DrMekon on 20 September, 2013, 10:59:04 pm
Big purchase today. Deal with my LBS, where giving back my old Madone 4.5 frame that got sideswiped (and some money) will result in something close to this (2013 Madone 2.3), but with mostly Ultegra bits. Going to put mudguards on it and use it as my winter bike when I don't want to ride fixed.
(http://topgearbicycleshop.com/images/library/zoom/trek_23c_blu_80518_13_z.jpg)
Post by: ferret on 20 September, 2013, 11:49:42 pm
Post by: Moleman76 on 21 September, 2013, 12:22:33 am
Located in Seattle (USA). With "full coverage" fenders, these can keep spray off of your toes from the front wheel, and off of your friends' faces in a paceline.
What I really need is a mudflap on a stick that I could place on the back wheel of the bike in front of me -- I'm seldom the one in front!
Post by: bumper on 21 September, 2013, 04:19:35 pm
Hopefully they'll be delivered on the day I get back from Scotland, which will give me a nice afternoon of tinkering.
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 21 September, 2013, 07:40:21 pm
Post by: tiermat on 24 September, 2013, 04:07:45 pm
Total spent? less than £20, but it will keep me going for a long while.
Post by: Moultonaught on 25 September, 2013, 01:06:28 pm
Post by: tiermat on 25 September, 2013, 02:40:09 pm
I have several pairs of Craghopper Kiwi lined trousers.
One pair was ripped on the cuff, due to an interation with a chainring.
£7.75 and a visit to said lady has converted them into some lovely shorts, with LOADS of pockets (IIRC 10) that will keep my legs lovely and warm and won't get caught in the chainrings :)
Post by: zigzag on 25 September, 2013, 04:11:06 pm
Post by: Chris S on 25 September, 2013, 04:26:56 pm
a pair of spesh mtb shoes, stiffer and lighter than the "touring" style shoes i currently use for audaxes
Specialized MTB Pros?
(http://brimages.bikeboardmedia.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/2011-specialized-womens-pro-body-geometry-mtb-shoe01.jpg)
If so - I hope you have better luck than us. We found that once they get a good soaking in the rain, they take on a whiff of Cat Wee that just won't go away. I've soaked mine in Milton - still smell of Cat Wee.
:-\
Post by: interzen on 25 September, 2013, 04:32:40 pm
Granted, it was originally bought at the end of July but only turned up today due to backcountrybiking's shipment deciding to spend an extra month in Canada thanks to customs ::-) I double checked all the snaps and buckles and all are good with no signs of any of them being damaged :thumbsup:
Let the silly off-road bike adventures begin ...
Post by: zigzag on 25 September, 2013, 05:05:42 pm
a pair of spesh mtb shoes, stiffer and lighter than the "touring" style shoes i currently use for audaxes
Specialized MTB Pros?
the s-works variety, like these ones:
(http://www.wiggle.co.uk/images/spec-sworks-mtb-shoes-08.jpg)
well, if they get smelly i'll either do something about it or get rid of them! :)
Post by: fuzzy on 26 September, 2013, 08:13:06 am
a pair of spesh mtb shoes, stiffer and lighter than the "touring" style shoes i currently use for audaxes
Specialized MTB Pros?
(http://brimages.bikeboardmedia.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/2011-specialized-womens-pro-body-geometry-mtb-shoe01.jpg)
If so - I hope you have better luck than us. We found that once they get a good soaking in the rain, they take on a whiff of Cat Wee that just won't go away. I've soaked mine in Milton - still smell of Cat Wee.
:-\
Has a cat had a covert wee in the shoes?
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 26 September, 2013, 09:18:01 am
Post by: L CC on 26 September, 2013, 09:26:33 am
No. When mine first 'went' all cat piss-y, we suspected Tia (who was, to be fair, taking an awful long time to get litter trained, and enjoying making depositions in the post house move cardboard boxes). But Chris's 'went' not that long afterwards, and his have never been unguarded in the same house as a cat. It must be some weird chemical combination of sweat & rain & whatever the shoes are made of.a pair of spesh mtb shoes, stiffer and lighter than the "touring" style shoes i currently use for audaxes
Specialized MTB Pros?
If so - I hope you have better luck than us. We found that once they get a good soaking in the rain, they take on a whiff of Cat Wee that just won't go away. I've soaked mine in Milton - still smell of Cat Wee.
:-\
Has a cat had a covert wee in the shoes?
Post by: Juan Martín on 29 September, 2013, 06:47:07 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 30 September, 2013, 10:33:00 am
Post by: Juan Martín on 03 October, 2013, 08:56:08 am
Post by: cycleman on 04 October, 2013, 09:46:55 am
Post by: bumper on 04 October, 2013, 11:04:24 am
My older elites are now going onto the winter bike :)
Also had some lifeline brake pads delivered, 4 for £10. They fit well in the shimano holders and stop very well too. Just need to try them in the rain.
Still waiting for the hope road bottom bracket! Until then my bike is wall art :(
Post by: interzen on 04 October, 2013, 11:17:30 am
I might also have bought some more Revelate luggage after an unfortunate(!) finger-slippage event on the Back Country Biking website ;D
Post by: PaulR on 04 October, 2013, 02:33:38 pm
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3826/10069950984_f1d6d8902a_m.jpg)
Weighs a ton, but what does that matter when the metalwork is that colour?
Post by: Andrew Br on 05 October, 2013, 06:16:40 pm
Distress purchase: a pair of Shimano M520 pedals from the LBS. My MKS Ezy
Now all I have to do is get the cleats off my shoes. They had a go with a hammer and a punch in the LBS and got one of the bolts off.
I have an appointment with a man with a grinder tomorrow.
If that doesn't work, it's back to the LBS for a new pair of shoes.
Thankfully the cleat bolts on my winter boots are still intact.
I've also borrowed a different Fizik saddle to try on the new Enigma. They waived the £30 deposit 'cos they know
Post by: Chris S on 05 October, 2013, 07:26:54 pm
I'm about to press Spend Now on some rear-wheel components to make a new rear wheel (fixed) for the Dawes Scorpio conversion.
Post by: Canardly on 05 October, 2013, 08:26:28 pm
Post by: interzen on 05 October, 2013, 11:26:04 pm
Still need to sort out a rim and some suitable spokes for the wheelbuild, but can't really do that until the hub turns up.
Post by: Gus on 08 October, 2013, 07:06:49 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 08 October, 2013, 07:57:38 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 10 October, 2013, 09:45:57 am
Post by: interzen on 11 October, 2013, 12:07:37 pm
Just need Ison Distribution to get their collective arses into gear and ship the hub dynamo and rim to the LBS ::-)
Post by: Tim Hall on 11 October, 2013, 02:36:26 pm
Post by: Kim on 11 October, 2013, 02:40:31 pm
Post by: interzen on 12 October, 2013, 04:22:32 pm
Whilst the RRP of said battery is rather high for what it is (but then, this is a B&M product we're talking about...) I managed to score one at more-or-less half price from bike-discount.de, so I'll call that a win.
Also, a year's membership of the ACA and a full set of GDMBR maps ...
Post by: Kim on 12 October, 2013, 05:41:20 pm
I've just given my credit card details to the lovely Mark at Team Hybrid, and placed an order for one of Mr Ping's golden shining high-capacity LiFePO4 batteries.
To go with the above: Some shockingly European Rixen & Kaul luggage, an Arduino Power-over-Ethernet board, and an assortment of electrical fixtures and fittings. Next on the list: industrial Velcro.
Come back to the fettling thread in a few weeks time... :demon:
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 12 October, 2013, 06:11:08 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 12 October, 2013, 09:01:25 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 13 October, 2013, 10:22:32 pm
Post by: DrMekon on 14 October, 2013, 02:48:40 am
Post by: Kim on 15 October, 2013, 08:14:24 pm
#ProjectElectrify, as nikki would put it.
Post by: Pedaldog. on 16 October, 2013, 12:15:40 am
Post by: Deano on 16 October, 2013, 05:07:31 pm
Which is weird, cos they also arrived two weeks ago. I've already fitted them.
S'pose I'll have to dig out the seller's details - I really hope I don't have to post them back to Hong Kong.
Also, I bought some Halloween tat for the Whitby ride.
Post by: interzen on 16 October, 2013, 05:14:51 pm
Also ordered a pair of WTB Nano Race tyres from the LBS (yesterday) - plans to fit them for the Tunnels Ride may well be thwarted unless we have an Indian summer between now and the 26th.
1 - DHL from Germany is faster than ParcelFarce within the UK. What is wrong with this picture?
Post by: Canardly on 16 October, 2013, 09:50:59 pm
Post by: davelodwig on 17 October, 2013, 06:05:31 pm
Post by: Kim on 17 October, 2013, 06:07:17 pm
Post by: Polar Bear on 17 October, 2013, 06:17:19 pm
Thanks Kim :thumbsup:
Post by: CrinklyLion on 17 October, 2013, 07:05:26 pm
I do know that The Man Who Knows is likely to be in work tomorrow though. I guess that makes tomorrow an official POE(well, on time really, but not late in any case)TS day.
Post by: Kim on 17 October, 2013, 07:16:40 pm
After an exchange of emails discussing some technical aspects of what I was after, I was sent a quote with actual numbers in. Without any 6 month waits or phone-tag. I phoned up to provide credit card details and within a matter of days, stock was allocated for import, payment taken and an invoice sent. All without having to send a single item of cutlery through the post. It seems unreasonably likely that I may have what I ordered within the couple of weeks I was quoted. :o
The lesson here seems to be that if you're interested in funny shaped bikes, it's probably easier to give up on the whole pedalling idea as a lost cause and concentrate on hand cranks and electrons. :D
Post by: Gus on 19 October, 2013, 03:35:24 pm
Post by: Canardly on 19 October, 2013, 04:07:50 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 19 October, 2013, 04:12:23 pm
Post by: interzen on 19 October, 2013, 04:20:06 pm
Mmmm ... salty!
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 19 October, 2013, 11:40:02 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 21 October, 2013, 12:36:15 am
(http://www.voodoobikes.co.uk/images/bikes/mountain/bantu_right_large.jpg) :)
Also ordered some Tektro 720 cantis to replace the oryxs on the horizon as though they were fine on the old vantage, I can't stop them juddering on the horizon.
Post by: Juan Martín on 21 October, 2013, 04:02:21 pm
Post by: interzen on 21 October, 2013, 04:03:49 pm
Post by: PaulF on 21 October, 2013, 04:04:58 pm
Post by: tiermat on 21 October, 2013, 04:08:23 pm
Some M6 * 60mm bolts
Some M6 Nylock nuts
Some M5 * 12mm bolts
Some M5 nylock nuts
An assortment of heatshrink.
The first two items were put to good use at the weekend when I removed the SP light from the Dave Yates and replaced it with an IQ Cyo.
Post by: Deano on 22 October, 2013, 10:40:23 pm
Post by: De Sisti on 22 October, 2013, 10:56:26 pm
parts from one of my bikes that has this (http://www.hewittcycles.co.uk/bikes-2/frames-custom-built-bikes-3/2669-hewitt-cheviot-medium-frame-and-forks) frame.
Post by: tiermat on 24 October, 2013, 01:01:36 pm
My good jerseys and shorts are starting to look the worse for wear after a summer of commuting in them, so I took the plunge and hit Sports Direct for a couple of pair of their £10 cycling shorts. OK, they only have flat pads, no gel or anatomical shaping here, but I am only doing 9 miles each way so such things aren't important!
Post by: Kim on 24 October, 2013, 02:01:37 pm
Post by: gibbo on 24 October, 2013, 02:20:51 pm
Post by: David Martin on 24 October, 2013, 11:05:08 pm
Nearly bought a New Looxs satchel/pannier - looks very trendy and has excellent design features for the price - that could be an early christmas present.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 24 October, 2013, 11:18:29 pm
Post by: GothonaBrompton on 25 October, 2013, 02:43:00 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 27 October, 2013, 07:25:09 pm
Post by: Canardly on 27 October, 2013, 09:19:14 pm
Post by: Kim on 28 October, 2013, 04:16:41 pm
A couple more deliveries and it should be a simple matter of sitting down with a soldering iron and drill, and mantling it all together.
Apart from whatever critical component I forgot to order, of course.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 28 October, 2013, 06:35:34 pm
Of course, now I've ordered, the lost one will magically reappear...would be good to have a spare, anyhow.
Post by: interzen on 28 October, 2013, 06:39:10 pm
Means I'll have to do all the bedding-in malarkey again, but such is life ... on the plus side, all my disc-equipped bikes will be running the same sized rotors.
Post by: Andrew Br on 28 October, 2013, 07:16:04 pm
I also ordered some Rohloff oil; I went for the 250ml bottles of oil and flusher which should cover my needs for the next 10 years........
Post by: Canardly on 29 October, 2013, 07:45:57 pm
Yesterday's jaunt round muddy Dales bridleways has confirmed my desire to get a hardtail - so I've ordered one of these: -
(http://www.voodoobikes.co.uk/images/bikes/mountain/bantu_right_large.jpg) :)
You have got me at it now!
Post by: Kim on 29 October, 2013, 07:47:53 pm
Post by: Squarewheels on 29 October, 2013, 08:30:59 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 29 October, 2013, 09:08:25 pm
Yesterday's jaunt round muddy Dales bridleways has confirmed my desire to get a hardtail - so I've ordered one of these: -You have got me at it now!
(http://www.voodoobikes.co.uk/images/bikes/mountain/bantu_right_large.jpg) :)
Sorry :)
It is nice though :demon:
Back to the topic - 50 M5 cap head bolts - where do they all go?
Post by: T42 on 29 October, 2013, 09:32:45 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 29 October, 2013, 09:41:50 pm
A Showers Pass waterproof cap, because I can't find my cheap and nasty one and I don't want a soggy head.
Of course, now I've ordered, the lost one will magically reappear...would be good to have a spare, anyhow.
...and guess what I found today? :facepalm: ::-)
Post by: Ham on 30 October, 2013, 09:54:32 pm
Post by: Guy on 31 October, 2013, 02:12:25 pm
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00CYHO9VS/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00CYHO9VS/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
Reflective yellow with red flashing LEDs. Just the job for the ankles this winter :thumbsup:
Post by: tiermat on 31 October, 2013, 02:16:07 pm
I have several sets of those, bought from Aldi, they are really good apart from the fact that they are really designed to go around ankles chunkier than mine, or the biceps (ditto regarding mine).
The batteries are replaceable in them, too.
Post by: Guy on 31 October, 2013, 03:13:27 pm
Post by: clifftaylor on 31 October, 2013, 05:02:14 pm
Post by: L CC on 01 November, 2013, 01:21:13 pm
Post by: caerau on 05 November, 2013, 01:28:56 pm
My year long flirtation with Deal Extreme cheapo torches for my helmet has finally ended as I got fed up with them rusting in the rain - they're cheap and good value but I decided I wanted something more reliable for the old night riding and dark winter evenings.
So having just received a windfall of cash (lucky me :)) I decide to splash out on one of these...
http://www.hargrovescycles.co.uk/products.asp?partno=57496&gclid=CJfr49vfzboCFfMctAodDSIAdQ#.UnjyXkYc_io (http://www.hargrovescycles.co.uk/products.asp?partno=57496&gclid=CJfr49vfzboCFfMctAodDSIAdQ#.UnjyXkYc_io)
Exposure axis light. The thing is bleeding awesome. Although it bloody well should be for that price. It better not rust - *wags finger at it and looks stern*
Post by: BrianI on 05 November, 2013, 01:58:16 pm
Post by: caerau on 05 November, 2013, 03:19:29 pm
Post by: Canardly on 05 November, 2013, 09:24:21 pm
Post by: Vince on 06 November, 2013, 09:24:03 am
Also started drooling over a Kona Sutra http://www.konaworld.com/sutra.cfm (missed the pun at the time) but it doesn't quite tick all the boxes for a Mercian replacement.
Post by: davelodwig on 06 November, 2013, 04:23:19 pm
A genesis day one disk, as a general purpose commuting rig.
Well it's arrived and it's lovely with brooks finishing bits and all green and wotsit.
The boss won't let me play with it though, apparently we are busy and they aren't paying me to play with toys.
Post by: clarion on 06 November, 2013, 04:31:36 pm
It's a cracking bike.
Post by: Chris S on 06 November, 2013, 04:32:16 pm
Post by: davelodwig on 06 November, 2013, 07:13:22 pm
Some adjustment needed, but quite a fun ride and I imagine once I've got the fit sorted it'll be an amazing ride.
Quite nice not to have to think about changing gear, just keep pedalling.
Post by: Canardly on 06 November, 2013, 09:10:48 pm
http://www.carradice.co.uk/index.php?page_id=product&under=range&product_id=136#prettyPhoto
I think it is fantastic that Carradice are listening to commentary here and elsewhere. Thank you ladies. Great to know it is made in UK. Our audax types, particularly those with Barleys may well be interested. This will not stop me hanging a Nelson off the back however. Ps I hope that is stainless steel!
Post by: Juan Martín on 07 November, 2013, 08:22:21 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 08 November, 2013, 06:15:32 am
(I'm not actually worried - the Tandem Guy in the shop knows exactly what I want and worked late one day last week to sort out the spec and get the order placed before he went on holiday for a few days so my guess is that whoever took delivery of the dyno-hub doesn't know about the tandem order, which isn't due to arrive for another week-ish)
Post by: davelodwig on 11 November, 2013, 12:31:48 pm
A Crumpler Muli Courier, oh my it's very big and green and orange inside.
Post by: Kim on 11 November, 2013, 03:10:31 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 12 November, 2013, 04:12:20 pm
Post by: interzen on 12 November, 2013, 07:02:37 pm
The first one (from a bike shop near the barracks) cost me 2.99, although since I sorta-kinda needed it to get to work I wasn't exactly going to argue over price. I then got a couple of spares from Evans at lunchtime for which they charged me 50p each ???
Still trying to work that one out - I feel I got the better deal at Evans ...
Post by: Andrew Br on 12 November, 2013, 11:32:55 pm
After a chat and a cup of tea I came home and ordered a Sram 32-11 cassette for the new wheels.
Following a very exhaustive search, Ribble turned out to be the cheapest although it was still rather more expensive than I'd have liked.
One other supplier had a lower price but no stock........
I also tried to buy a £10 (down from £40) Ride London cyling shirt from Wiggle but they didn't have my size.
They did, however, have a nice cotton t-shirt from the event (£2.50) and a clear rain jacket (£15).
I'm pretty sure that I'll keep the t-shirt; I'll make a judgement on the jacket when I've seen it.
Post by: Vince on 13 November, 2013, 11:35:37 am
Just clicked 'Spend' for a Crois de Fer frame set
Post by: mcshroom on 13 November, 2013, 05:32:58 pm
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/111209291979
Post by: Andrew Br on 20 November, 2013, 04:41:04 pm
I put in an order for a pair of wheels with Torslanda OTP and I took over some of the raw materials this pm.
After a chat and a cup of tea I came home and ordered a Sram 32-11 cassette for the new wheels.
I collected the wheels yesterday and very nice they are too :thumbsup:
I'm intending to fit some used Marathon Extremes on them and then they'll go on the Dirty Disco when I go off-roading.
I also tried to buy a £10 (down from £40) Ride London cyling shirt from Wiggle but they didn't have my size.
They did, however, have a nice cotton t-shirt from the event (£2.50) and a clear rain jacket (£15).
I'm pretty sure that I'll keep the t-shirt; I'll make a judgement on the jacket when I've seen it.
The t-shirt is indeed very good but the rain jacket is pretty poor; much too short and much too baggy as well as being made of fabric that looks like it'll be boil in the bag.
It was worth a try.
Post by: Kim on 20 November, 2013, 04:46:16 pm
Post by: Canardly on 20 November, 2013, 07:33:35 pm
Succumbed to the temptation of more light for off road and ordered one of these-
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/111209291979
Can we have a road report please?
Post by: TimO on 20 November, 2013, 10:19:14 pm
They weren't expensive, but not stupidly cheap either. They've got eyeleted rims, and only cost about 50% of the price of the entire bike, new. ;D
Post by: mcshroom on 20 November, 2013, 10:23:23 pm
Succumbed to the temptation of more light for off road and ordered one of these-
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/111209291979
Can we have a road report please?
Very bright - Low mode was around about the same intensity as my Cyo, if a little less focussed. Medium was very bright and High is bright enough to goad me into riding down a steep rutted track a bit faster than I should've really :)
I only ran it on the charge that was already in the supplied battery, and one thing I didn't like was that I got less than 5 minutes warning between the flashing low power indicator coming on and the light going out.
I'm hoping to retest it properly with pictures when I get some free time, so probably Friday/Saturday.
Post by: Ham on 21 November, 2013, 01:08:21 pm
Succumbed to the temptation of more light for off road and ordered one of these-
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/111209291979
Can we have a road report please?
Very bright - Low mode was around about the same intensity as my Cyo, if a little less focussed. Medium was very bright and High is bright enough to goad me into riding down a steep rutted track a bit faster than I should've really :)
I only ran it on the charge that was already in the supplied battery, and one thing I didn't like was that I got less than 5 minutes warning between the flashing low power indicator coming on and the light going out.
I'm hoping to retest it properly with pictures when I get some free time, so probably Friday/Saturday.
If you can only see those pictures by using that kind of bright light, it probably means you've been looking at them too much.
HTH
Post by: Vince on 22 November, 2013, 07:24:27 am
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Post by: mcshroom on 22 November, 2013, 10:21:25 am
It will be interesting to see what 30mm winter tyres feel like when they arrive compared to the more agricultural snow studs
Post by: Feline on 24 November, 2013, 10:03:10 pm
Two 30mm wide Schwalbe Winter tyres. I killed a Snow stud on the way to work this morning (bead has punctured the casing and now doesn't hold the rim and does attack the tube :()
It will be interesting to see what 30mm winter tyres feel like when they arrive compared to the more agricultural snow studs
I find them lighter and faster to ride than the 35mm version with 4 rows of studs. They still suffer from that weirdness you get when cornering and go from rolling on rubber to rolling on studs and have a slight 'oh shit' moment. Grip on ice feels pretty similar to me :)
Post by: TimC on 26 November, 2013, 08:55:53 am
Post by: Quint on 26 November, 2013, 10:26:02 am
Post by: Canardly on 26 November, 2013, 09:11:48 pm
Post by: TimO on 26 November, 2013, 09:28:56 pm
Post by: Ashaman42 on 26 November, 2013, 10:05:26 pm
Post by: Guy on 27 November, 2013, 01:32:27 pm
I spent 20 minutes this morning putting it together. At lunchtime I fitted the shackle and went for a test drive. It's groovy!
Now I can really go shopping and carting STUFFS about :thumbsup:
<Note to self: Remember to not go over speed humps at speed :facepalm:>
Post by: TimO on 27 November, 2013, 03:33:42 pm
New trailer delivered yesterday. ...
<Note to self: Remember to not go over speed humps at speed :facepalm:>
I used to take downhills speedhumps at speed when using my Yak Bob (single wheeled) trailer. You could feel it launch into the air, and it would sometimes bounce a bit randomly sideways (presumably hitting a slightly irregularity on the road surface), which you could also feel in the movement of the bike, but not dramatically so.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 27 November, 2013, 07:31:42 pm
Post by: Deano on 27 November, 2013, 07:33:41 pm
Post by: Guy on 28 November, 2013, 11:03:01 am
I hardly noticed it was there handling-wise. It was the noise. It made such a clatter they probably heard it in Lancre!New trailer delivered yesterday. ...
<Note to self: Remember to not go over speed humps at speed :facepalm:>
I used to take downhills speedhumps at speed when using my Yak Bob (single wheeled) trailer. You could feel it launch into the air, and it would sometimes bounce a bit randomly sideways (presumably hitting a slightly irregularity on the road surface), which you could also feel in the movement of the bike, but not dramatically so.
Post by: Kim on 28 November, 2013, 01:49:14 pm
I used to take downhills speedhumps at speed when using my Yak Bob (single wheeled) trailer. You could feel it launch into the air, and it would sometimes bounce a bit randomly sideways (presumably hitting a slightly irregularity on the road surface), which you could also feel in the movement of the bike, but not dramatically so.I hardly noticed it was there handling-wise. It was the noise. It made such a clatter they probably heard it in Lancre!
That neatly sums up the difference between single-wheel and two-wheel trailers :)
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 28 November, 2013, 05:43:26 pm
Post by: interzen on 28 November, 2013, 05:44:54 pm
Post by: Aidan on 28 November, 2013, 05:50:49 pm
Post by: interzen on 01 December, 2013, 02:22:39 pm
N+1 negotiations are still ongoing, especially as Cannondale have thrown a spanner into the works - LBS are now a Cannondale dealer, the owner handed me a Cannondale catalogue, pointed at the Synapse Ultegra Disc and said 'what about one of them?'. What about one of them, indeed ...
Post by: Andrew Br on 01 December, 2013, 07:28:43 pm
N+1 negotiations are still ongoing, especially as Cannondale have thrown a spanner into the works - LBS are now a Cannondale dealer, the owner handed me a Cannondale catalogue, pointed at the Synapse Ultegra Disc and said 'what about one of them?'. What about one of them, indeed ...
You owe it to yourself. Unless you wait for the carbon version ;).
I bought some Assos L1 Insulator gloves.
Not cheap but comparable prices to the rest of the thin gloves that I looked at in the running and outdoor shops.
I think they're going to be a good buy (and I got 10% off).
Gloves, shorts, saddles, tyres and lights are things that I don't mind paying a lot for. If they work :)
Post by: Chris S on 01 December, 2013, 08:33:04 pm
Looks like we're back to our tandem-breaking ways :facepalm:.
Post by: interzen on 02 December, 2013, 09:58:33 am
I have past form with Cannondale - I used to be very good at utterly destroying their frames, but then that was nearly 20 years ago so I'm prepared to accept that the state of the art has moved on. Carbon's a non-starter unless there's some sort of guarantee that it'll cope with my weight - I have my doubts.
N+1 negotiations are still ongoing, especially as Cannondale have thrown a spanner into the works - LBS are now a Cannondale dealer, the owner handed me a Cannondale catalogue, pointed at the Synapse Ultegra Disc and said 'what about one of them?'. What about one of them, indeed ...
You owe it to yourself. Unless you wait for the carbon version ;).
The LBS are getting a Synapse 105 in for display so I'll be taking that for a test ride when it arrives, although if I do go for a Synapse it'll be the Ultegra version. The Croix de Fer is ahead on points at the moment, mainly because it has clearances for relatively fat tyres - pity it comes with BB7s, though.
Post by: tiermat on 06 December, 2013, 09:33:10 am
I also bought a couple of my favourite types of mereino tops, those being XTM ones, long sleeve, 220gsm. £25 each. If you are after some long sleeve, winter weight, merino base layers, get thee to TK Maxx, now (they are in the skiing section!)
Post by: Canardly on 06 December, 2013, 08:07:50 pm
Post by: Pedaldog. on 06 December, 2013, 09:58:00 pm
Post by: Vince on 08 December, 2013, 06:48:16 am
Post by: TheLurker on 08 December, 2013, 10:02:28 am
Post by: Vince on 12 December, 2013, 12:50:47 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 26 December, 2013, 06:36:13 pm
Post by: Quint on 26 December, 2013, 08:30:53 pm
Post by: TimC on 27 December, 2013, 09:25:37 am
Post by: rafletcher on 27 December, 2013, 10:19:21 am
Well, I didn't buy it Barbara did, a Garmin 800, highly chuffed apart from I can't get the HRM to work, the Garmin pairs with it but no heart symbol or display. My old Sigma HRM works so evidently I am still alive. ;D
Did you get a Garmin strap too? They use ANT+, so other belts (like Polar for instance) don't work with the Garmin head units. Same for the speed/cadence sensors....
Post by: Canardly on 27 December, 2013, 11:24:18 am
Post by: Quint on 27 December, 2013, 01:42:24 pm
Did you get a Garmin strap too? They use ANT+, so other belts (like Polar for instance) don't work with the Garmin head units. Same for the speed/cadence sensors....
Yup, got the strap, according to the Garmin forum there a lot of problems with the new strap and some say you can use the Polar soft strap and clip the Garmin bit into it, I shall e-mail Garmin tomorrow and see what they have to say, Love the rest of it (especially when I get my head around Base Camp so I can use it properly :P
Post by: BrianI on 28 December, 2013, 08:02:55 am
:thumbsup:
Just to order a rim, nipples, and spokes, ready for fettling together a dynamo front wheel! ;D
Post by: Bledlow on 29 December, 2013, 08:44:55 pm
I decided against 12-30 on the grounds that one more tooth on the hills wasn't worth an extra £42.80.
Post by: IanDG on 29 December, 2013, 11:29:36 pm
Post by: TimC on 31 December, 2013, 03:11:00 pm
A Planet X frame - my first carbon affair.
Which has just arrived... N+1 starts again!
Post by: Bledlow on 01 January, 2014, 06:07:53 pm
Might as well take advantage of their sale to get a bunch of things we really need. Three bikes with worn-our cassettes simultaneously - two of mine & one of Mrs B's. :facepalm:
Post by: rafletcher on 01 January, 2014, 08:44:50 pm
Post by: Canardly on 02 January, 2014, 07:47:02 am
Post by: andrewc on 02 January, 2014, 08:51:24 am
Is for use on the bike! Splashed out on Paramo Velez Adventure jacket for rather good price of £108.
Good top at a very good price. I've got an older one and rate it highly.
Post by: interzen on 02 January, 2014, 02:38:14 pm
- A pair of 'regular' Shimano drop-bar brake levers
- A pair of On-One Midge bars
- A 60mm, 25deg stem
- A pair of Hayes CX-Expert (CX-5 as-was) brakes (I hate BB7s ... so sue me ...)
for the "Let's put dirt-drops on the 1x1" project (which further means that the Deore hydraulics currently on the 1x1 will be fitted to the Pugsley instead). I did consider getting a set of Salsa 'Woodchipper' bars, but the Midge bars are a 'known' quantity (ie. I've used them and like them)
As well as:
- A pair of 180mm caliper adapters
- An 180mm disc rotor (already got one, so just need one for the rear wheel)
- An XT 6-bolt rear hub
Finally, a 160mm rotor and caliper adapter for the Croix de Fer, since I don't like the idea of having a 140mm rotor on the rear brake (2x160mm rotors is the lower limit of what I consider 'adequate' stopping power)
Should keep me busy during spells of inclement weather.
Post by: TimC on 02 January, 2014, 03:18:19 pm
Post by: Karla on 02 January, 2014, 04:49:49 pm
Also, a lock for the hack bike I'm going to leave in another city while I commute
Also a season ticket for the train portion of that commute.
My wallet hurts. You can now call me Mr Penury.
Post by: Bledlow on 02 January, 2014, 05:24:31 pm
The Campag bits (cassette & chain) I ordered arrived from Wiggle (best price by far, in their sale) - in a box which was the right size!
I feel cheated. Where's the free air Wiggle used to send?
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 03 January, 2014, 07:30:47 pm
Also ordered a Topeak Tribag thingy to hold snacks on my bike in a place I can get to them easily. I like snacks.
Post by: nikki on 03 January, 2014, 09:24:42 pm
Also ordered a Topeak Tribag thingy to hold snacks on my bike in a place I can get to them easily. I like snacks.
You'll never fit those marshmallows in there!
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 03 January, 2014, 10:26:02 pm
Post by: jogler on 04 January, 2014, 04:35:52 pm
Nikwax Techwash
Post by: bumper on 04 January, 2014, 04:40:31 pm
Post by: interzen on 04 January, 2014, 04:44:47 pm
Need to sort the rear wheel out now (ie. build the bloody thing ...)
Post by: Bledlow on 04 January, 2014, 07:24:07 pm
Nikwax TechwashYou wash your bike with it? ???
Post by: Canardly on 04 January, 2014, 07:38:45 pm
Post by: bumper on 05 January, 2014, 11:26:31 am
Post by: jogler on 05 January, 2014, 08:47:51 pm
Nikwax TechwashYou wash your bike with it? ???
I washed my cycling coat with it
Post by: rafletcher on 06 January, 2014, 06:42:50 am
Post by: Kim on 06 January, 2014, 08:57:32 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 06 January, 2014, 09:01:13 pm
Post by: Kim on 06 January, 2014, 09:13:14 pm
Ok I'll bite - what cycling use is that destined for? (Betting on something to do with a certain electronic three wheeler)
Exactly. The charger (5A @60V) is a brick with a substantial scrap aluminium value, and an unreasonably noisy cheapo fan that does a passable impression of a poorly maintained early noughties HP Proliant without the thermal management utility running. Not the sort of thing you want to share a room with for the up-to-5-hours it can take to fully charge the battery.
I was halfway through replacing it with a better, quieter 60mm fan, when I realised that it wasn't actually the same size. :facepalm:
Post by: TimC on 07 January, 2014, 12:06:50 am
Post by: Andrew Br on 07 January, 2014, 12:44:13 pm
I went for "bodyfit" and, much to my surprise, "Large" is a bit too big.
ICBA sending it back to get a smaller size.
Post by: Pippa on 07 January, 2014, 09:31:57 pm
Post by: Deano on 07 January, 2014, 10:00:30 pm
A Belgian cycling shirt.
I went for "bodyfit" and, much to my surprise, "Large" is a bit too big.
ICBA sending it back to get a smaller size.
Go back and get those mince pies.
Post by: Deano on 07 January, 2014, 10:01:25 pm
Livin' on the edge.
Post by: interzen on 09 January, 2014, 09:30:04 pm
Sadly, the end-plugs are silver - might have to get my permanent marker out ....
Post by: Karla on 13 January, 2014, 07:46:55 pm
A bike! I pick it up tomorrow :D
It turned out that bike was the wrong size, so I sent it back :(
I've now just bought another frame :)
Post by: orienteer on 13 January, 2014, 09:03:40 pm
Justified by my birthday tomorrow, a soberingly large round number.
Post by: Andrew Br on 13 January, 2014, 09:52:15 pm
Dull but necessary.
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 13 January, 2014, 09:57:06 pm
Post by: Gus on 13 January, 2014, 10:08:34 pm
Tubus rack and ortlieb back roller classic set.
Post by: Jurek on 13 January, 2014, 10:11:49 pm
A several of inner tubes.Shouldn't be if your Jureking-fu is up to scratch/pierce :P
Dull but necessary.
Post by: TimC on 13 January, 2014, 11:05:09 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 13 January, 2014, 11:09:18 pm
A several of inner tubes.Shouldn't be if your Jureking-fu is up to scratch/pierce :P
Dull but necessary.
ETA: I went on the Dirty Disco since the Rohloff bike had a flat front tyre; I only noticed it as I was taking the bike outside.
So much for my Jureking prowess :-[
:-[
Post by: BrianI on 14 January, 2014, 01:05:36 pm
(Ambrosio Evolution rim, and ACI double butted spokes)
ETA - rim now laced to hub!
Post by: zigzag on 15 January, 2014, 01:08:11 pm
Post by: TimC on 15 January, 2014, 08:16:55 pm
Post by: Kim on 15 January, 2014, 09:57:48 pm
Post by: Bledlow on 17 January, 2014, 06:14:28 pm
So, I received an awful lot of air.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 17 January, 2014, 08:01:36 pm
Post by: interzen on 17 January, 2014, 08:18:17 pm
Post by: interzen on 17 January, 2014, 08:21:47 pm
A SRAM Garmin mount. Rather expensive for a bit of plastic, but I need the handlebar space it'll save for lights. :-\That they are, but their usefulness almost outweighs the expense - I got a BarFly mount (more or less the same as the SRAM one, so far as I can make out) and it's allowed the Garmin and the Ay-Up light bracket to coexist peacefully without having to resort to a SpaceGrip or similar - this is good, since the build quality of the gen-yoo-ine Minoura SpaceGrip seems to have gone right down the dunny.
I did consider one of the CNC'd K-Edge mounts (even more expensive, but METAL) until I read that their very metalness did unpleasant things to the mounts on Edge 800s.
Post by: Adam on 19 January, 2014, 04:47:56 pm
1 x Clarks Pre-Lube Pear Nipple Brake Inner Cable (BULK - 100pcs)
1 x Clarks Pre-Lube Barrel Nipple Brake Inner Cable (BULK - 100pcs)
1 x Clarks Bike Universal Brake Cable Housing Outer 30m Long Black
1 x Clarks Derailleur Cable Ferrule O 4mm Plastic (150pcs)
1 x Clarks Brake Cable Ferrule Plastic (150pcs)
1 x Shimano Spares Brake inner wire caps 1.6 mm (box of 100) 1.6 mm
1 x Shimano Spares Gear inner wire caps 1.2 mm (box of 100) 1.2 mm
5 x Clarks Gold MTB V-brake pad, Aqua -guide design. Suitable for all major systems (72mm)
5 x Clarks Gold Road integral brake block, All Shimano, SRAM systems. Angle adjustment pad (55mm)
3 x CST 700x28/45c (700x1 1/4) Tube 40mm Presta Valve
3 x Clarks 7-8 Speed Chain 1/2"x3/32" x116 Links Anti Rust Quick Release Link Inc
2 x Schwalbe High Pressure Rim Tape 28" 700 18mm Single Pack
1 x Finish Line Cross Country Wet chain lube 1 US gallon / 3.8 litres
1 x Shimano Spares MTB tandem stainless steel inner brake wire,1.6 x 3500 mm, single Silver
2 x Shimano Acera HG41 8 Speed MTB Cassette
2 x Shimano 105 5701 10 Speed Chain
2 x Shimano 105 5700 10 Speed Road
15 x Park Tool Super Patch Kit GP-2
2 x Aztec Cantilever brake blocks
2 x Aztec road brake blocks
2 x Aztec V-type cartridge brake blocks
10 x 700 x 20-28 Presta valve 48mm inner tubes
10 x 700 x 20-28 Presta valve 60mm inner tubes
5x 700 x 28-45 Schrader valve inner tubes
Just a few little essentials for the Dr Bike sessions I'll be running for Sustrans locally. ;D
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 19 January, 2014, 05:46:43 pm
Post by: Gus on 19 January, 2014, 06:07:18 pm
Post by: Jurek on 19 January, 2014, 06:42:18 pm
One or two things:-
1 x Clarks Pre-Lube Pear Nipple Brake Inner Cable (BULK - 100pcs)
1 x Clarks Pre-Lube Barrel Nipple Brake Inner Cable (BULK - 100pcs)
1 x Clarks Bike Universal Brake Cable Housing Outer 30m Long Black
1 x Clarks Derailleur Cable Ferrule O 4mm Plastic (150pcs)
1 x Clarks Brake Cable Ferrule Plastic (150pcs)
1 x Shimano Spares Brake inner wire caps 1.6 mm (box of 100) 1.6 mm
1 x Shimano Spares Gear inner wire caps 1.2 mm (box of 100) 1.2 mm
5 x Clarks Gold MTB V-brake pad, Aqua -guide design. Suitable for all major systems (72mm)
5 x Clarks Gold Road integral brake block, All Shimano, SRAM systems. Angle adjustment pad (55mm)
3 x CST 700x28/45c (700x1 1/4) Tube 40mm Presta Valve
3 x Clarks 7-8 Speed Chain 1/2"x3/32" x116 Links Anti Rust Quick Release Link Inc
2 x Schwalbe High Pressure Rim Tape 28" 700 18mm Single Pack
1 x Finish Line Cross Country Wet chain lube 1 US gallon / 3.8 litres
1 x Shimano Spares MTB tandem stainless steel inner brake wire,1.6 x 3500 mm, single Silver
2 x Shimano Acera HG41 8 Speed MTB Cassette
2 x Shimano 105 5701 10 Speed Chain
2 x Shimano 105 5700 10 Speed Road
15 x Park Tool Super Patch Kit GP-2
2 x Aztec Cantilever brake blocks
2 x Aztec road brake blocks
2 x Aztec V-type cartridge brake blocks
10 x 700 x 20-28 Presta valve 48mm inner tubes
10 x 700 x 20-28 Presta valve 60mm inner tubes
5x 700 x 28-45 Schrader valve inner tubes
Just a few little essentials for the Dr Bike sessions I'll be running for Sustrans locally. ;D
I'd read about four or five lines of that and thought 'He's opening a shop' :D
Post by: Canardly on 19 January, 2014, 07:20:00 pm
A really heavy-duty lock, because my old D-lock seized up and I'm not too happy about leaving my bike locked up round Glasgow with a cable lock.
You need some graphite powder
http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=graphite+powder&tag=mh0a9-21&index=aps&hvadid=3170413124&ref=pd_sl_8rsxo4jwk6_p
Post by: interzen on 20 January, 2014, 10:55:33 am
Just received an email from DHHell GmbH to the effect that the battery is now winging its way from Brisbane to somewhere in Germany on the first leg of its journey to me.
Post by: Adam on 20 January, 2014, 07:57:12 pm
One or two things:-
1 x Clarks Pre-Lube Pear Nipple Brake Inner Cable (BULK - 100pcs)
1 x Clarks Pre-Lube Barrel Nipple Brake Inner Cable (BULK - 100pcs)
1 x Clarks Bike Universal Brake Cable Housing Outer 30m Long Black
1 x Clarks Derailleur Cable Ferrule O 4mm Plastic (150pcs)
1 x Clarks Brake Cable Ferrule Plastic (150pcs)
1 x Shimano Spares Brake inner wire caps 1.6 mm (box of 100) 1.6 mm
1 x Shimano Spares Gear inner wire caps 1.2 mm (box of 100) 1.2 mm
5 x Clarks Gold MTB V-brake pad, Aqua -guide design. Suitable for all major systems (72mm)
5 x Clarks Gold Road integral brake block, All Shimano, SRAM systems. Angle adjustment pad (55mm)
3 x CST 700x28/45c (700x1 1/4) Tube 40mm Presta Valve
3 x Clarks 7-8 Speed Chain 1/2"x3/32" x116 Links Anti Rust Quick Release Link Inc
2 x Schwalbe High Pressure Rim Tape 28" 700 18mm Single Pack
1 x Finish Line Cross Country Wet chain lube 1 US gallon / 3.8 litres
1 x Shimano Spares MTB tandem stainless steel inner brake wire,1.6 x 3500 mm, single Silver
2 x Shimano Acera HG41 8 Speed MTB Cassette
2 x Shimano 105 5701 10 Speed Chain
2 x Shimano 105 5700 10 Speed Road
15 x Park Tool Super Patch Kit GP-2
2 x Aztec Cantilever brake blocks
2 x Aztec road brake blocks
2 x Aztec V-type cartridge brake blocks
10 x 700 x 20-28 Presta valve 48mm inner tubes
10 x 700 x 20-28 Presta valve 60mm inner tubes
5x 700 x 28-45 Schrader valve inner tubes
Just a few little essentials for the Dr Bike sessions I'll be running for Sustrans locally. ;D
I'd read about four or five lines of that and thought 'He's opening a shop' :D
Or I might be expecting a lot more repairs on this year's series of FNRttC............
Can you imagine how high Simon's eyebrows would go if I turned up at HPC with a trailer full of the above??
Post by: Canardly on 20 January, 2014, 08:42:25 pm
Post by: Greenbank on 21 January, 2014, 10:43:41 am
Have enough scratches on my knees from mudguard stays (can't trim them down enough as I need the extra space to fit the studded tyres for winter). Will fit them with glue this time!
Post by: Kim on 21 January, 2014, 01:45:33 pm
Post by: Pedaldog. on 21 January, 2014, 10:31:21 pm
Post by: hellymedic on 21 January, 2014, 10:36:29 pm
Post by: TimC on 22 January, 2014, 11:07:14 am
Post by: Bledlow on 23 January, 2014, 04:46:14 pm
New chain on the MTB didn't really go with the spiky middle chainring. :(
Luckily it's fine on the other two. For now.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 23 January, 2014, 06:31:01 pm
A really heavy-duty lock, because my old D-lock seized up and I'm not too happy about leaving my bike locked up round Glasgow with a cable lock.
You need some graphite powder
http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=graphite+powder&tag=mh0a9-21&index=aps&hvadid=3170413124&ref=pd_sl_8rsxo4jwk6_p
Thanks, I think I'll get some to keep the new lock running smoothly!
Ridiculously heavy lock arrived today, along with a purple headset. :-[ I don't have a bike to put the headset on, but it's been added to my drawer of purple bits for possible future n+1.
Post by: Polar Bear on 23 January, 2014, 06:36:30 pm
Cycling? I hear you ask.
I use these type of shoes when cycle touring: Good on the bike with toe clips, good off the bike. I suffered last year in Orkney as my eldest lad had purloined my Merrell Chameleons and my Karrimor cheapies proved inadequate for the job.
Roll on March. May and June ... ;D :thumbsup:
Post by: interzen on 23 January, 2014, 07:16:19 pm
Turns out that the LX E-type mech I bought off the 'Bay was bottom-pull, whereas Pugsley needs a top-pull mech. Since it only cost me a fiver I'm not going to lose any sleep over it but it's bloody annoying all the same.
But not as annoying as the fact that the only 2x10 friendly E-type mech I can find is XTR.
Post by: Greenbank on 25 January, 2014, 07:52:12 am
17T and 18T Sprockets to go with it: http://www.hubjub.co.uk/index.php/store/cogs-sprockets/white-ind-cog-detail
Geek data toys for fixed now too!
Post by: interzen on 25 January, 2014, 11:30:23 am
A combination of the cheap(er) postage and the discount I get means that my ACA membership has already paid for itself :thumbsup:
Post by: Marco Stefano on 25 January, 2014, 12:28:31 pm
LBS about 80% more expensive than online, but, you know, LBS support & all that. And one gets a welcome from Cassie the four-legged Afghan walking doormat. :thumbsup:
Post by: Vince on 27 January, 2014, 03:20:58 pm
I was going to transfer the current one from the Spare Parts Bike to the CdF, but nothing comes back from the SPB
Post by: rafletcher on 27 January, 2014, 03:52:04 pm
Post by: Kim on 27 January, 2014, 04:13:10 pm
Post by: sg37409 on 27 January, 2014, 04:28:22 pm
http://www.decathlon.co.uk/btwin-fit-7-id_8239799.html
Wasnt intending to buy, was in decathlon for other things, but saw this, great looking bike and went for it.
Orderd mudguards (crud catcher 2's) for it.
Post by: TimC on 27 January, 2014, 05:41:14 pm
Post by: numbnuts on 27 January, 2014, 06:15:09 pm
Post by: Dibdib on 27 January, 2014, 08:13:04 pm
Post by: Canardly on 27 January, 2014, 08:28:29 pm
Ordered some new tyres (GP 4 Seasons) and some sunglasses (with added clear lenses).
Ah the optimism I like it! (I bought a cat eye mirror ::-))
Post by: Gus on 27 January, 2014, 08:33:21 pm
Post by: interzen on 31 January, 2014, 12:15:21 pm
Post by: TimC on 31 January, 2014, 12:31:56 pm
Post by: Marco Stefano on 01 February, 2014, 04:44:00 pm
They are complete with 1947 adverts (Elswick Hopper Super Club, Walton & Brown components, etc.). Let the sofa-based touring begin.
Post by: Karla on 01 February, 2014, 09:04:15 pm
My most recent cycling purchase was from my LBS: some arm warmers, plus the loan of an Adamo saddle.
Post by: Tim Hall on 01 February, 2014, 11:12:30 pm
(And galvanised steel cables. Why?)
Post by: Karla on 02 February, 2014, 02:03:19 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 02 February, 2014, 08:34:01 pm
Post by: Bledlow on 02 February, 2014, 09:01:41 pm
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 03 February, 2014, 12:48:51 pm
Post by: interzen on 03 February, 2014, 02:40:15 pm
Bank account says 'ouch!'
Post by: TimC on 03 February, 2014, 02:41:29 pm
Ultegra 6800 carbon SPD-SL pedals, about half price at Wiggle. Oh no, more Haribo ;D
Bum. I seem to have bought two pairs.
Post by: interzen on 03 February, 2014, 02:48:02 pm
Lamest excuse for n+1. Ever. ;DUltegra 6800 carbon SPD-SL pedals, about half price at Wiggle. Oh no, more Haribo ;D
Bum. I seem to have bought two pairs.
(but it'd totally work for me ...)
Post by: TimC on 03 February, 2014, 07:11:51 pm
OK, you talked me into it.
Git.
Post by: interzen on 04 February, 2014, 02:14:52 pm
Hmm. They're for the N+1 I'm building right now. I can't (cannot. No way. Over several dead bodies) do N+2.O:-)
OK, you talked me into it.
Git.
Just ordered some spare leads for my eWerk from the LBS - turns out that Amba Marketing are distributors for both B&M and Supernova so my eWerk leads and uber-badass dynamo light will arrive at the same time :thumbsup:
Post by: Lady Cavendish on 04 February, 2014, 03:36:39 pm
Post by: TimC on 04 February, 2014, 04:29:11 pm
Interzen, you are truly a git. ;D ;D
Post by: interzen on 04 February, 2014, 04:58:49 pm
I've never done a TT, nor owned a TT bike... until nowFTFY ;)
Interzen, you are truly a git. ;D ;D
Post by: Andrew Br on 05 February, 2014, 04:52:49 pm
Post by: BrianI on 05 February, 2014, 04:57:28 pm
And I also took a punt on one of those cute wee top tube "panniers" for £4.75 off ebay http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=321210135748&ssPageName=ADME:L:OC:GB:3160 (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=321210135748&ssPageName=ADME:L:OC:GB:3160).
Not sure how well made it will be for that price ???, but should be useful for storing brevet card / munchies on audaxes! :)
Post by: interzen on 05 February, 2014, 05:45:42 pm
Strictly speaking, they were 'bought' a couple of days ago but I email the LBS to confirm which leads I needed and quantities thereof. Also, some electronic bits and bobs off the 'bay for aforementioned switchbox and assorted other electrickery-powered bike-related projects.
Post by: mcshroom on 07 February, 2014, 12:17:07 pm
Post by: interzen on 07 February, 2014, 12:25:08 pm
Finally made the decision and ordered roof bars and a couple cycle carriers. Now I'm riding a MTB round muddy lanes chicking it in the back of the car is becomming messy.I keep an old tarp in the boot for occasions such as this - largely due to the fact that even if I did have roof bars and appropriate carriers, they wouldn't accommodate a fat bike ;D That said, the state of my back usually precludes lifting something like a bike to above head height anyway, so I live with taking the front wheel out and chucking everything in the boot.
Fold back seat down, spread the tarp out, add bike - job's a good'un.
Generally speaking, if I go to somewhere like Dalby which has bike-wash facilities, I'll hose the worst of the trail cack off the bike first, then lock it up and then have tea and cake whilst it dries. Obviously, back lanes in Cumbria may be lacking such facilities ;)
Post by: Lady Cavendish on 07 February, 2014, 01:03:53 pm
I got a load of new free kit too :) :thumbsup:
Post by: mcshroom on 07 February, 2014, 01:25:02 pm
Finally made the decision and ordered roof bars and a couple cycle carriers. Now I'm riding a MTB round muddy lanes chicking it in the back of the car is becomming messy.I keep an old tarp in the boot for occasions such as this - largely due to the fact that even if I did have roof bars and appropriate carriers, they wouldn't accommodate a fat bike ;D That said, the state of my back usually precludes lifting something like a bike to above head height anyway, so I live with taking the front wheel out and chucking everything in the boot.
Fold back seat down, spread the tarp out, add bike - job's a good'un.
Generally speaking, if I go to somewhere like Dalby which has bike-wash facilities, I'll hose the worst of the trail cack off the bike first, then lock it up and then have tea and cake whilst it dries. Obviously, back lanes in Cumbria may be lacking such facilities ;)
Most of my riding is cross country on bridleways at the moment, I haven't dared venture near a proper course like Whinlatter yet so no such facilities, just lots of mud and sand :)
Also the bike just fits in the back of the car with wheels on, but requires fiddly repositioning of the tarp at different times during the insertion process. The roof system should hopefully be far easier.
I'm not looking forward to seeing the fuel consumtion figures though.
Post by: interzen on 07 February, 2014, 02:06:52 pm
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Post by: interzen on 07 February, 2014, 02:12:16 pm
Most of my riding is cross country on bridleways at the moment, I haven't dared venture near a proper course like Whinlatter yet so no such facilities, just lots of mud and sand :)I've not done Whinlatter yet - keep meaning to. One of the guys at the LBS has been over there and speaks highly of it. If it's anything like Dalby then the drainage on the trails will be pretty good, except where they've wanted to make it muddy by design (so to speak).
All that said, given the recent weather I fully expect my next trip to Dalby to be 'interesting' (ie. I'll be packing mud tyres, just in case)
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Also the bike just fits in the back of the car with wheels on, but requires fiddly repositioning of the tarp at different times during the insertion process. The roof system should hopefully be far easier.The tarp I used was an ex-Army job, so it had eyelets for tying down and whatnot - I anchored them to the stays on the headrests and it stopped things from moving around too much and stopped the backs of the seats getting mucky. That said, since I have a fairly small car there's not really many places that the tarp can move to :)
Post by: Dibdib on 08 February, 2014, 11:04:45 am
I need to buy some new mudguards too but that can be a job for another day.
Post by: Kim on 09 February, 2014, 12:06:18 am
Post by: mcshroom on 09 February, 2014, 12:36:04 am
Post by: clarion on 09 February, 2014, 03:06:20 pm
Jacket's the same as the last - Altura Night Vision - and I hope the zip is better than last time. I looked at lots of jackets in Evans, and only the Gore and Endura impressed me as better than the Altura, but at a significantly higher cost. I think, across the range, Endura's my favourite clothing manufacturer. When I'm rich, I'll buy some more.
Post by: Gus on 09 February, 2014, 08:19:56 pm
Post by: Moultonaught on 10 February, 2014, 12:31:02 pm
Post by: L CC on 10 February, 2014, 01:07:47 pm
I think, across the range, Endura's my favourite clothing manufacturer. When I'm rich, I'll buy some more.When I'm rich, I'll be picking something much nicer than Endura. When you're rich, you'll (probably) have more time to see the other spendier options and will end up doing the same...
Post by: interzen on 10 February, 2014, 01:44:09 pm
Word to the wise, if you're slightly larger than normal in any dimension, forget Endura unless you're in a position to try it on first - their sizing is so inconsistent it's maddening. My experience with the likes of Assos and Etxe-Ondo is such that if you're not a racing snake, forget it.I think, across the range, Endura's my favourite clothing manufacturer. When I'm rich, I'll buy some more.When I'm rich, I'll be picking something much nicer than Endura. When you're rich, you'll (probably) have more time to see the other spendier options and will end up doing the same...
Anyway, today I has mostly been buying a B&M USBWerk charger - my eWerk+cache battery is now in the classifieds if anyone fancies it.
Post by: Kim on 10 February, 2014, 02:38:15 pm
Word to the wise, if you're slightly larger than normal in any dimension, forget Endura unless you're in a position to try it on first - their sizing is so inconsistent it's maddening.
Seconded. They make the usual mistake of ignoring the fact that women come in different shapes, but they also have a lack of consistency across ranges. It's worth persevering, though: some of it actually fits.
Endura make some nice stuff, I'd like them more if they made more of it in my size.
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My experience with the likes of Assos and Etxe-Ondo is such that if you're not a racing snake, forget it.
My experience of Assos is limited to a set of arm warmers for budgetary reasons. I had to send them back to get the largest size. I consider my arms to be neither particularly flabby nor particularly muscular, so I'm not sure how anyone with a substantial amount of either is supposed to get on.
Post by: L CC on 10 February, 2014, 03:37:09 pm
1: Having just looked it up, apparently that's only very true for white women. Sorry chaps, you could still be fat when you're rich, too. It's just me who will magically become thin when she's rich.
Post by: interzen on 10 February, 2014, 03:54:27 pm
I assume when I'm rich, I'll be thin.And Endura's sizing will still be batshit crazy.
Post by: clarion on 10 February, 2014, 04:03:17 pm
I've seen a lot of spendier options, btw, and I don't like them. No need to spend more than necessary.
Post by: Kim on 10 February, 2014, 05:52:07 pm
I assume when I'm rich, I'll be thin. There's a HUGE correlation between wealth & size1. It's only us plebs who're fat. The world will be my cycling clothing oyster.
I don't remember clothes fitting particularly well when I was thin either (shoulders were the problem, rather than thighs), though admittedly I wasn't buying cycling-specific ones in those days.
Post by: L CC on 10 February, 2014, 06:01:53 pm
Post by: Kim on 10 February, 2014, 06:03:33 pm
Don't be ridiculous Kim, next you'll be telling me thin people can also get depressed, and being rich doesn't solve all your problems. :hand:
Must be true. Government policy, innit.
Post by: Canardly on 10 February, 2014, 06:22:13 pm
I am larger than average in most directions. Yet my Humvees are L. I expect clothes to be XL.
I've seen a lot of spendier options, btw, and I don't like them. No need to spend more than necessary.
You must be suffering from slenderbum. My XL HV don't go near despite alleged sizing which was a huge disappointment.
Post by: interzen on 10 February, 2014, 06:49:32 pm
This proves my point about their sizing, I think - my shorts of choice are Endura FS260Pro bibs; I can get away with an XL. XXL Humvees? Not a chance in hell, but then I do have pretty big thighs. I still have a couple of pairs of their old MT500 shorts which I use on the turbo - size? Large ::-)I am larger than average in most directions. Yet my Humvees are L. I expect clothes to be XL.
I've seen a lot of spendier options, btw, and I don't like them. No need to spend more than necessary.
You must be suffering from slenderbum. My XL HV don't go near despite alleged sizing which was a huge disappointment.
Endura tops? Don't even go there - being a 50" chest means that getting tops is always going to be tricky at the best of times, but despite being (supposedly) for a 48-50" chest, Endura's XXL tops are insanely tight. Altura, on the other hand, I can often get away with an XL without feeling like I'm wearing a straitjacket ???
Post by: CrinklyUncle on 10 February, 2014, 06:56:10 pm
Post by: interzen on 10 February, 2014, 06:57:39 pm
N+1 A Brompton Barcelona (S6L)Needs more orange - did they run out halfway or something? ;D
Post by: Deano on 10 February, 2014, 06:58:10 pm
N+1 A Brompton Barcelona (S6L)
:thumbsup:
Can I have a go, mister?
Does that mean one of the interviews went well?
Post by: CrinklyUncle on 10 February, 2014, 07:23:32 pm
Needs more orange - did they run out halfway or something? ;DI agree but at least there is some orange. I had decided on a S6 so it was a case of what ever Cycle Heaven had in stock when I got there tonight as I need it for tomorrow.
:thumbsup:Yes, I got one of them. I'm working for 6 months in Billingham, so getting a train to Thornaby and then 4.5 miles to the site.
Can I have a go, mister?
Does that mean one of the interviews went well?
Post by: Karla on 10 February, 2014, 07:36:56 pm
As for cycling stuff, yesterday's tyre fitting revealed a rear hub in need of repacking. That's fine, I've got cone spanners ... except that my hub turned out to require a 19mm model which I wasn't even aware existed. Two new cone spanners ordered from Wiggle, plus some puncture patches to make up the cost so I didn't have to pay postage, plus some spoke reflectors off fleabay to replace the brown ones on my spokes at the moment.
Post by: Deano on 10 February, 2014, 08:07:32 pm
Congratulations!
Top tip for getting out of Thornaby - ride along the pavement on the RH side of Victoria Bridge (I think it is a shared use path nowadays), bear right past Mecca bingo and across the pedestrian crossing on the Riverside road. This means you get to avoid Bridge Road roundabout, which is fucking awful, and I'd be surprised if the recent roadworks have improved it any. Then i'd probably go up the A139 as there's a bridge over the A19 into Billingham. Mind you, the road from Norton down to the roundabout with the A19 is fun, as there's a long ish downhill and if you find a decent gap you can take the roundabout at 35 mph ;D It's less fun from the Billingham side, mind.
I suppose the alternative is to go over the Tees Barrage and through Portrack, but that is truly fucking horrible at commute o'clock, with some ghastly cycle lanes.
Post by: billplumtree on 11 February, 2014, 01:08:55 pm
Thornaby - ride along the pavement on the RH side of Victoria Bridge (I think it is a shared use path nowadays), bear right past Mecca bingo and across the pedestrian crossing on the Riverside road. This means you get to avoid Bridge Road roundabout, which is fucking awful, and I'd be surprised if the recent roadworks have improved it any. Then i'd probably go up the A139 as there's a bridge over the A19 into Billingham. Mind you, the road from Norton down to the roundabout with the A19 is fun, as there's a long ish downhill and if you find a decent gap you can take the roundabout at 35 mph ;D It's less fun from the Billingham side, mind.
*wistful sigh*
Post by: arvid on 14 February, 2014, 09:25:23 pm
Post by: Gandalf on 16 February, 2014, 08:13:31 am
Post by: mcshroom on 24 February, 2014, 09:04:36 am
Post by: interzen on 24 February, 2014, 09:11:34 am
Replacement outer chainring for the Horizon, and a tool for undoing the chainring bolts holding the old one on.Get yourself some Truvativ chainring bolts - no more weird-ass tools required, just a couple of allen keys.
Post by: mcshroom on 24 February, 2014, 09:48:11 am
Post by: zigzag on 25 February, 2014, 12:03:57 pm
Replacement outer chainring for the Horizon, and a tool for undoing the chainring bolts holding the old one on.Get yourself some Truvativ chainring bolts - no more weird-ass tools required, just a couple of allen keys.
fsa does allen-key type chainring bolts as well. does anyone know any other makes?
(the slit type chainring nuts should be outlawed)
Post by: interzen on 25 February, 2014, 12:12:47 pm
Post by: interzen on 25 February, 2014, 12:20:41 pm
SRAM do some.Replacement outer chainring for the Horizon, and a tool for undoing the chainring bolts holding the old one on.Get yourself some Truvativ chainring bolts - no more weird-ass tools required, just a couple of allen keys.
fsa does allen-key type chainring bolts as well. does anyone know any other makes?
(the slit type chainring nuts should be outlawed)
I know that Truvativ are part of SRAM, but I would imagine that the SRAM-branded bolts are more road-oriented, whereas the Truvativ-branded ones are aimed more at off-road setups (I use the Truvativ single+bash bolts - they do a fine job of keeping the two chainrings on the fixed MTBs in the right place, as well as the pukka single+bash setup on the singlespeed)
Post by: rafletcher on 25 February, 2014, 12:22:03 pm
Post by: Charlotte on 25 February, 2014, 01:13:20 pm
Now all I've got to do is get it fettled and ready in time for the Kennett Valley Run on Saturday :D
Post by: robgul on 25 February, 2014, 01:23:29 pm
Rob
Post by: jogler on 27 February, 2014, 04:29:01 pm
http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/bbb-skyscraper-inline-seat-post-prod30964/
arrived today
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 27 February, 2014, 06:12:18 pm
Post by: David Martin on 27 February, 2014, 10:07:11 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 27 February, 2014, 11:41:17 pm
A train ticket to York for the FNRttC in May.
That's got me thinking :thumbsup:
Chorlton (CH) massive may be in the area.
Post by: Ham on 01 March, 2014, 11:03:56 am
But the pad has me a little worried
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-sc25dMTLdYU/UxGx4u_ZQOI/AAAAAAAArbk/FoxYJRoO1vM/s640/%255BUNSET%255D.jpg)
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 03 March, 2014, 12:52:20 pm
After a couple weeks of puzzling how to get a suitable rotor I remembered I had the twin of the rotor in my parts box which came off my non-dinamo front wheel a long time ago.
Post by: Vince on 03 March, 2014, 01:18:32 pm
Post by: T42 on 03 March, 2014, 01:26:12 pm
Post by: Canardly on 04 March, 2014, 08:22:37 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 04 March, 2014, 08:54:57 pm
They're ~£2.00 each in bike shops but only ~£0.70 from "other" sources.
Post by: Tim Hall on 04 March, 2014, 08:57:34 pm
A box of 30 CO2 cannisters.
They're ~£2.00 each in bike shops but only ~£0.70 from "other" sources.
Got a link?
Post by: Jurek on 04 March, 2014, 08:59:58 pm
Post by: Dibdib on 04 March, 2014, 09:05:59 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 04 March, 2014, 09:06:57 pm
Got a link?
Here:- http://www.tyreinflators.co.uk/index.php?act=viewCat&catId=2
They haven't arrived yet since I only ordered them today.
What I forgot to add was the £5 delivery charge :facepalm: so they're £0.85 each.
Post by: Snakehips on 04 March, 2014, 10:00:06 pm
Post by: Deano on 04 March, 2014, 10:02:03 pm
Post by: Snakehips on 04 March, 2014, 10:05:57 pm
Post by: David Martin on 05 March, 2014, 12:28:10 am
Post by: tiermat on 05 March, 2014, 09:23:07 am
I've lost all my Aldi glasses and i'm sick of waiting for them to reappear, so I stumped up for some dhb specs with interchangeable lenses from Wiggle.
As soon as the DHB ones arrive, the Aldi ones will re-appear!
Post by: Deano on 05 March, 2014, 09:47:09 am
I've lost all my Aldi glasses and i'm sick of waiting for them to reappear, so I stumped up for some dhb specs with interchangeable lenses from Wiggle.
As soon as the DHB ones arrive, the Aldi ones will re-appear!
That's my plan!
Post by: interzen on 05 March, 2014, 09:51:30 am
Sod's Law in action, innit?I've lost all my Aldi glasses and i'm sick of waiting for them to reappear, so I stumped up for some dhb specs with interchangeable lenses from Wiggle.
As soon as the DHB ones arrive, the Aldi ones will re-appear!
I haven't pulled the trigger yet, but am scoping out some new tyres for the Croix de Fer - last night's encounter with the remains of a broken bottle didn't end well (and if I ever find the people who are breaking the bottles on the cycle track, I'll temporarily 'forget' that I'm a pacifist and break bottles over their bloody heads)
Schwalbe CX Comp in 700x35 are the current favourites since a) the tread pattern isn't radically different from that on the stock tyres (Continental Cyclocross Speed) and b) they're not Contis.
Post by: Andrew Br on 08 March, 2014, 03:45:25 pm
Got a link?
Here:- http://www.tyreinflators.co.uk/index.php?act=viewCat&catId=2
They haven't arrived yet since I only ordered them today.
What I forgot to add was the £5 delivery charge :facepalm: so they're £0.85 each.
To complete the story, the box arrived as promised on Thursday and the inflators look perfectly serviceable.
I hope not to be reporting further for a long time.
It does occur to me that a group buy of one of the big boxes of inflators would be worthwhile for one of the local massives on here.
(Local 'cos the inflators can be handed over in person rather than having to be sent in the post.)
Post by: jogler on 08 March, 2014, 04:25:02 pm
http://www.tredz.co.uk/.Specialized-BG-Bar-Phat-Tape_17439.htm
for use on the tandem.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 08 March, 2014, 04:42:32 pm
Post by: marcusjb on 08 March, 2014, 08:59:09 pm
A lovely afternoon in Coalport finalising our new tandem, brilliant fun, but terrifying as the price keeps on going up.
It is going to be fabulous. Ever so excited now.
Post by: Ashaman42 on 11 March, 2014, 08:25:18 pm
Post by: Deano on 13 March, 2014, 02:30:31 pm
Post by: Ham on 16 March, 2014, 08:42:20 am
Four pairs of pads for my bb5s for a bargainous £28, that should keep megoingstopping for a bit. A bit of a boring purchase but there we go.
Are you sure ??? http://www.discobrakes.com/?s=0&t=0&c=2&p=561& (also "bikefridge" on eBay) I have used their sintered on BB7 / Avid hydraulic for years, they are great value.
Post by: Ashaman42 on 16 March, 2014, 12:02:03 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 16 March, 2014, 07:40:28 pm
Post by: bumper on 19 March, 2014, 01:37:13 pm
It's now on my handlebars holding the two battery packs for the lights :thumbsup:
Post by: zigzag on 19 March, 2014, 02:09:40 pm
Post by: Dibdib on 19 March, 2014, 07:22:17 pm
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/23853117/YACF/Equilibrium.jpg)
;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Post by: Canardly on 19 March, 2014, 08:57:24 pm
Post by: Dibdib on 19 March, 2014, 09:02:50 pm
Wot no mudguards!
Mudguards? On my "best" bike? Fat chance. I'd also only had it at home for ten minutes and I spent those taking the reflectors and bells off. Besides, there are full guards on my other bike.
Needs a fair bit of tinkering - bottle cages, handlebar angle, seatpost height, and some pedals which aren't old and scuffed - before Friday's night ride.
Post by: mcshroom on 19 March, 2014, 09:08:22 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 19 March, 2014, 11:28:04 pm
Post by: interzen on 22 March, 2014, 03:58:07 pm
It was a toss-up between the Disc Trucker and the Straggler fork, but since the Disc Trucker has an axle-to-crown measurement closer to that of the stock Genesis fork (390mm - the Straggler fork is 400mm a-c and the stock CdF fork is 387mm) it won't throw the geometry too far out of whack.
The Croix de Fer is a lovely bike, but Genesis really, really screwed up with the stock fork - at least with the Disc Trucker fork I can run something big up front (eg. 700x41 Knard or a WTB Nano40) and still fit 'guards if I wanted to (unlikely, but you never know)
Also, a pair of Pearl Izumi mitts in my favourite colour ;D
EDIT: Have just pulled the trigger on a Wingnut Enduro backpack - whilst my existing backpack (an Alpkit Gourdon 20) is a fine pack for walking and general carrying of stuff, using it on the bike felt like someone was trying to use the shoulder straps to saw my head off.
Post by: interzen on 24 March, 2014, 10:35:18 am
I have a Cunning Plan.
Post by: Vince on 25 March, 2014, 07:36:08 am
Post by: interzen on 27 March, 2014, 05:19:17 pm
- A long-cage 10spd XT rear mech
- A 10spd SRAM cassette (11-36)
- A Zee 10spd shifter (fancied the Saint shifter, but too spendy - XT only available in pairs :( )
- A set of Mk2. Salsa Fargo forks
Very soon, the High Latitude singlespeed won't be ...
A chainguide may be added to the list depending on how things pan out - since I'll be running 1x10 I suspect I'll need one.
Post by: jogler on 28 March, 2014, 05:36:06 pm
http://www.lockyourbike.org.uk/squire-retractable-cable-bike-lock-review/
Post by: Bledlow on 28 March, 2014, 06:23:38 pm
Inner tubes.
Post by: madcow on 29 March, 2014, 08:45:03 pm
Today I resolved to visit the nearest LBS and get it trued up properly.
I removed the tyre and tube, spun it on the skewer and put it in the car. At the shop I asked if it could be trued.
"No, cos it's broken" .I thought he was taking the p**s until he pointed out the bulge at the base of the spoke that was almost next to the valve hole. :facepalm:
One open pro rim scrapped.
So I ordered a Hope 36 hole silver hub, to be mated with an Open Pro rim. Ready in about 7 days.
Looks like I'll be on the MTB tomorrow.
Post by: interzen on 29 March, 2014, 08:49:07 pm
Post by: fuzzy on 31 March, 2014, 11:49:19 am
An Bryton Rider 21T GPS HRM/ pooter/ cadence majig.
... which let me down yesterday morning.
Decided to do an uppish type ride so headed out, down the High Street, over the Thames and left onto Quarry Wood Road. After the first ascent I turned and descended then ascended, descended and ascended again. I then did a Cookham Dean- Cookham- Winter Hill loop followed by a Quarry Wood Road descent, ascent and screaming descent.
On arrival home, the Bryton had frozen about 20 minutes into the ride. All data lost :demon:
Bryton returned and a Cateye Stealth ordered in it's place.
Post by: zigzag on 31 March, 2014, 03:22:05 pm
Post by: GrahamG on 01 April, 2014, 10:28:59 am
Post by: Ruth on 01 April, 2014, 11:09:25 am
Post by: T42 on 03 April, 2014, 09:14:02 am
Post by: robgul on 03 April, 2014, 11:27:42 am
Rob
Post by: interzen on 03 April, 2014, 11:40:26 am
I bought one yesterday for the Genesis 1x10, but have just ordered another for the Croix de Fer after dumping the chain whilst on the turbo this morning ::-) Never had this problem on the fixeds ...
Post by: tiermat on 04 April, 2014, 08:57:18 am
I wonder what those two bits are for :)
Post by: jogler on 04 April, 2014, 03:58:23 pm
http://www.tesco.com/direct/tesco-insulated-foil-backed-foam-camping-mat/212-6621.prd
Post by: reddo on 04 April, 2014, 04:21:58 pm
Post by: interzen on 04 April, 2014, 05:39:33 pm
Also went to the LBS to get: a 180mm centrelock disc rotor (for the 1x1), a King Cage top-cap bottlecage mount (for the High Latitude) and a selection of boxes, posting out free stuff for the use of.
Also ordered a Lezyne Alloy Drive pump and a couple of brackets from CRC (yesterday)
Post by: Kim on 11 April, 2014, 03:19:19 pm
Post by: T42 on 11 April, 2014, 04:02:27 pm
Post by: interzen on 11 April, 2014, 04:22:16 pm
Received a Vango lightweight sleep mat with vague ideas of using it for Audax. What's an extra lb?Same as it's always been - 16 ounces.
Post by: T42 on 11 April, 2014, 04:43:27 pm
Post by: andrewc on 12 April, 2014, 10:47:39 pm
They didn't have her size in the shop so I ordered online.
After regular apologetic emails they arrived today !
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 14 April, 2014, 01:14:50 pm
Post by: Riggers on 14 April, 2014, 01:25:00 pm
Some lovely leather vintage-style cycling gloves for a chum's significant birthday. Has anyone any ideas where one could acquire the said item?
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 14 April, 2014, 01:42:42 pm
Post by: Vince on 14 April, 2014, 01:53:14 pm
Finally got round to buying some new SPD cycling shoes - the current ones are falling to bits and the sole is coming away from the upper - I tend to ride kit to destruction.
Rings a bell. I bought a pair last summer, I believe that shoes and clips are now in the same building waiting to be united. Meanwhile the old shoes continue to work well.
Post by: Riggers on 14 April, 2014, 03:07:27 pm
https://www.bricklanebikesshop.co.uk/products/blb-cycling-gloves is one option.
Thank you Little Wheelzers!
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 18 April, 2014, 11:05:52 am
Having established that my plan to keep an MTBSO locked up outside for utility trips has failed a bit (it's nasty to ride and a bit small), I'm going to build up a cheap singlespeed hack to replace it. I'll be using my old road wheels and various bits from the parts box.
Post by: nikki on 18 April, 2014, 06:15:00 pm
Post by: reddo on 18 April, 2014, 08:21:54 pm
"Just looking" ended up in "I'll have this Gore jacket thanks"... sigh....
Really friendly knowledgable guys. They have a really cool "bike fit" tool that can be configured for nearly any road bike so you get to "feel" what it's like before you buy. Well worth a look. :)
Post by: Ashaman42 on 18 April, 2014, 08:36:15 pm
Ended up paying the Halfords premium as I need to get out this weekend in preparation for next weekend's 300k. Only a few quid more than fleaBay though.
Post by: interzen on 18 April, 2014, 08:56:52 pm
Still don't have the forks to attach it to, though >:(
Post by: Gus on 19 April, 2014, 05:46:40 pm
Post by: Canardly on 19 April, 2014, 10:42:45 pm
http://www.cyclestore.co.uk/specialized_speed_zone_sport_wired_computer_2010-ID_26018
Post by: Kim on 19 April, 2014, 10:49:34 pm
Didn't buy one but thought hugely bargainous
http://www.cyclestore.co.uk/specialized_speed_zone_sport_wired_computer_2010-ID_26018
Not bad. I can vouch for those computers - we have three of the cadence version in this household, and they've proven to be extremely reliable.
Post by: mcshroom on 21 April, 2014, 10:25:31 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 21 April, 2014, 10:29:57 pm
Post by: clarion on 22 April, 2014, 12:45:13 pm
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 22 April, 2014, 02:26:21 pm
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-6W_xTS_QGlY/U1ZtzdEscjI/AAAAAAAAA6E/bBRY1dqRQCk/w319-h565-no/2014-04-22+14.18.18.jpg)
Spa Cycles' own-branded rings - which are actually TA rings in 7075 aluminium.
Post by: T42 on 23 April, 2014, 02:29:08 pm
Just ordered an SMP Lite 209. Bank account screaming.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 24 April, 2014, 10:46:12 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 25 April, 2014, 07:53:06 pm
Less excitingly, some inner tubes.
Post by: interzen on 25 April, 2014, 09:32:25 pm
Fat 26er fork on a 29er? It makes sense in context ...
Post by: tiermat on 28 April, 2014, 02:51:52 pm
A pair of flat bar levers for caliper brakes, to finish off TLD's bike.
Apart from a set of grips, a chainset and a headset these are the only thing I have needed to buy for this build. Everything else came out of the garage.
Post by: Gus on 29 April, 2014, 09:13:06 pm
I should complain about them, but they were 5 & 7 years old and have served me very well. :)
Post by: cycleman on 30 April, 2014, 08:32:29 am
Post by: clarion on 30 April, 2014, 11:11:51 pm
Just need a smaller saddlebag now and little p-clips.
Post by: interzen on 01 May, 2014, 08:16:57 am
Whilst there's rarely any call for big gears on a fat-bike, running a 22T up front in solitary splendour is a bit ludicrous even by my lax standards, so the 26 will give me a wee bit more at the top-end.
Post by: davelodwig on 02 May, 2014, 12:06:52 am
It's very green, very tandemy and looks a whole lot of fun.
Post by: David Martin on 02 May, 2014, 12:16:13 am
Post by: monkeytennis on 02 May, 2014, 07:36:14 am
Post by: mcshroom on 07 May, 2014, 12:30:51 am
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 10 May, 2014, 07:25:36 pm
And yet another merino baselayer. I don't need any more now. :hand:
Post by: air dancer on 10 May, 2014, 08:06:33 pm
Post by: marcusjb on 10 May, 2014, 08:17:01 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 10 May, 2014, 10:02:10 pm
I'm hoping maybe they'll fit Uncle James.
Still struggling to find some good MTB shoes that fit and aren't too many €€€€€
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 10 May, 2014, 10:39:08 pm
Post by: tiermat on 11 May, 2014, 08:59:37 am
Some really nice Lake shoes, mail order, size 42, but unfortunately they're too narrow.
I'm hoping maybe they'll fit Uncle James.
Still struggling to find some good MTB shoes that fit and aren't too many €€€€€
Try Paddyproducts on ebay. Based in Ireland but the have a wide range of cheap Sidi and Lake shoes. The Sidi basic shoes are good, but come up a little small, so go one size up.
Post by: Torslanda on 11 May, 2014, 08:19:53 pm
Cassettes, chains, bar tape, miscellaneous Campag stuff, chainsets, shifters, cables, bikes, the works.
It's not often you get the chance to empty a workshop. It filled a Renault Trafic to the roof!
I just need to find somewhere to put it all . . .
Post by: clarion on 11 May, 2014, 08:20:59 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 11 May, 2014, 08:31:18 pm
Post by: interzen on 11 May, 2014, 08:39:52 pm
... which will, no doubt, be the perfect cue for the 'missing' one to emerge from its hiding place.
Hmmph.
Post by: Torslanda on 11 May, 2014, 10:06:47 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 11 May, 2014, 10:12:44 pm
Post by: Vince on 12 May, 2014, 01:47:35 am
BTW should have mentioned earlier. Rivnut setters just totally rock!It this like a teenager with black paint? Every surface of the workshop can now have stuff bolted to it.
Post by: Torslanda on 12 May, 2014, 09:02:13 am
Post by: T42 on 12 May, 2014, 09:21:25 am
Oh, and if you classify patissérie as cycling stuff (I do) then lots on Saturday.
Post by: TimC on 12 May, 2014, 09:23:55 am
Post by: mcshroom on 12 May, 2014, 09:25:19 am
I ordered a new 105 front mech for one of my bikes the other day. I forgot to close the page, then when I next looked at that particular computer (yesterday morning), I forgot that I'd completed the order and did it again. Bum.
At least it was only a front mech ;D
A rear deraileur to replace the bent one on the raleigh, and some new mitts for me
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 12 May, 2014, 05:41:52 pm
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7365/14170340255_d84fb332c3_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nAbGti)
Everyone needs a horn, don't they? And this one matches my saddle, so I had to get it. ;D
Post by: Canardly on 12 May, 2014, 08:41:14 pm
Some really nice Lake shoes, mail order, size 42, but unfortunately they're too narrow.
I'm hoping maybe they'll fit Uncle James.
Still struggling to find some good MTB shoes that fit and aren't too many €€€€€
Get yourself some Exustar Sandals, brilliant.
Post by: nikki on 12 May, 2014, 08:55:08 pm
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7365/14170340255_d84fb332c3_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nAbGti)
Respect! :thumbsup:
(I reckon the Whitby Goths would approve, too!)
Post by: Kim on 12 May, 2014, 08:56:55 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 12 May, 2014, 09:19:06 pm
I already have Lake sandals which I love.Some really nice Lake shoes, mail order, size 42, but unfortunately they're too narrow.
I'm hoping maybe they'll fit Uncle James.
Still struggling to find some good MTB shoes that fit and aren't too many €€€€€
Get yourself some Exustar Sandals, brilliant.
I need decent shoes (not boots) for wearing in the velomobile in the cold/rain and then wandering around supermarkets in. When it's too cold for sandals - boots aren't necessary with the VM.
Post by: T42 on 12 May, 2014, 09:45:08 pm
Post by: Deano on 12 May, 2014, 10:03:24 pm
Another USBWerk ...
... which will, no doubt, be the perfect cue for the 'missing' one to emerge from its hiding place.
Hmmph.
:o
That's gotta hurt.
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 12 May, 2014, 10:25:52 pm
Some really nice Lake shoes, mail order, size 42, but unfortunately they're too narrow.
I'm hoping maybe they'll fit Uncle James.
Still struggling to find some good MTB shoes that fit and aren't too many €€€€€
Lake make many shoes in a standard size (quite narrow) and a wide size (quite wide). Perhaps you need to order the wide version. Some website descriptions are not helpful to which version they have.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 12 May, 2014, 10:40:43 pm
(I reckon the Whitby Goths would approve, too!)
Ooh, I'd forgotten about that! It is quite steampunk - I'll definitely affix it for the Whitby ride.
Post by: Auntie Helen on 13 May, 2014, 07:01:27 am
It was ebay, remaindered stock I think (only 2 sizes).Some really nice Lake shoes, mail order, size 42, but unfortunately they're too narrow.
I'm hoping maybe they'll fit Uncle James.
Still struggling to find some good MTB shoes that fit and aren't too many €€€€€
Lake make many shoes in a standard size (quite narrow) and a wide size (quite wide). Perhaps you need to order the wide version. Some website descriptions are not helpful to which version they have.
The photos showed they were narrow - I failed tol ook properly!
Post by: epa611 on 13 May, 2014, 07:19:33 am
Post by: billplumtree on 13 May, 2014, 01:13:52 pm
A horn:
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7365/14170340255_d84fb332c3_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nAbGti)
That looks terribly uncomfortable, but does have the advantage that your left leg will make it go PARP! with every pedal revolution
Post by: interzen on 13 May, 2014, 01:28:57 pm
That looks terribly uncomfortable, but does have the advantage that your left leg will make it go PARP! with every pedal revolutionI can achieve much the same thing after a curry ...
Post by: Kim on 16 May, 2014, 05:22:09 pm
Post by: GrahamG on 16 May, 2014, 05:52:30 pm
Post by: arvid on 16 May, 2014, 08:04:02 pm
Some really nice Lake shoes, mail order, size 42, but unfortunately they're too narrow.
I'm hoping maybe they'll fit Uncle James.
Still struggling to find some good MTB shoes that fit and aren't too many €€€€€
Have you been to Rose Biketown yet and tried everything until you found something that fits?
Post by: Auntie Helen on 16 May, 2014, 08:24:07 pm
Biketown didn't actually have that good a selection of MTB shoes in the under 100€ price range. The cheapest was 80€, a pair of Shimano shoes which didn't look great.Some really nice Lake shoes, mail order, size 42, but unfortunately they're too narrow.
I'm hoping maybe they'll fit Uncle James.
Still struggling to find some good MTB shoes that fit and aren't too many €€€€€
Have you been to Rose Biketown yet and tried everything until you found something that fits?
As it happens I today took delivery of some Giro ladies MTB shoes which fit and look very cool. Reduced from 100€ to 40€ so I am happy.
Post by: Deano on 16 May, 2014, 09:11:10 pm
Post by: madcow on 17 May, 2014, 10:18:27 pm
All from Spa which is just down the road -well 12 miles away, but that is just down the road in rural areas like this.
Post by: interzen on 18 May, 2014, 04:07:47 pm
Hilarity ensued :facepalm:
Decided to go with the racing stripe version rather than plain ol' black this time.
Post by: Moultonaught on 19 May, 2014, 03:47:57 pm
Blue with orange and silver highlights (the bike not MMTY).
Orange handlebar grips and an orange/black saddle just purchased from eBay. Orange outer cables to follow when I check cable lengths required tonight...
Post by: interzen on 23 May, 2014, 04:05:49 pm
Won't see it for a couple of months though, as it's a special order job (small were in stock at the distributor, as were large ... medium? Nope ::-))
Post by: Deano on 23 May, 2014, 04:08:33 pm
Some hub bearings, to go with the pedal bearings I bought yesterday.
And now some titanium end caps, as the ones provided with the Crank Brothers rebuild kit are made of cheese.
Post by: Deano on 23 May, 2014, 04:09:24 pm
A medium (aka 18") Salsa El Mariachi frame, which also happens to be orange
Won't see it for a couple of months though, as it's a special order job (small were in stock at the distributor, as were large ... medium? Nope ::-))
So what forks are going on it?
Post by: interzen on 23 May, 2014, 04:13:37 pm
Haven't decided yet - I have a Fargo fork on the High Latitude and like it a lot, but the Surly ECR fork has clearance for 3" tyres :PA medium (aka 18") Salsa El Mariachi frame, which also happens to be orange
Won't see it for a couple of months though, as it's a special order job (small were in stock at the distributor, as were large ... medium? Nope ::-))
So what forks are going on it?
Decisions, decisions ...
ETA: Probably going to end up with a Salsa Firestarter fork on account of the A-C measurement of the frame (483mm) - not a big deal, since it has cage mounts on the legs, which is the main thing for me. I fancied the carbon Firestarter until I saw the price - £550 :o
Post by: madcow on 23 May, 2014, 04:18:59 pm
I just purchased what I thought were 2 of 700x25 Panaracers at an LBS in York this a.m. When I got home , I realised that I had been given (not chosen, they were in a store) one 25 and one 28. :facepalm:
My fault for chatting too much with the guy in the shop.
Anyway the 28 just fits te Sabbath so no harm done.
Post by: jogler on 24 May, 2014, 12:38:18 pm
https://carradice.co.uk/index.php?page_id=product&under=range&product_id=136
direct from Carradice
Post by: madcow on 24 May, 2014, 01:54:45 pm
The seller said it was an unwanted present.
Post by: interzen on 24 May, 2014, 02:14:38 pm
ETA: Was going to buy a Thomson seatpost collar for it too, until I remembered that the frame comes with one already ... and it's colour-matched ;D :thumbsup:
Post by: caerau on 24 May, 2014, 05:48:46 pm
Want a new audax-specific bike but was quickly disabused of a custom build with my budget of £1000 so got a quote for a Giant Defy 1 which sort of fits the bill but I want a more robust wheel for the more robust gentleman.
So I'm getting another quote Tuesday for a Defy 2 (lower spec, slightly lower grade alu frame) with a hand built rear wheel - this sounds like it's going to fit the bill I think. Not bothered about a hugely robust front wheel as I've never had problems with those but the back wheel takes punishment from me. I need something solid for the longer brevets.
Post by: jogler on 28 May, 2014, 07:31:52 pm
I've just ordered one of these
https://carradice.co.uk/index.php?page_id=product&under=range&product_id=136
direct from Carradice
It's arrived so I'll be fettling it tomorrow
Post by: David Martin on 28 May, 2014, 10:54:44 pm
Post by: Karla on 30 May, 2014, 07:09:55 pm
Post by: jogler on 30 May, 2014, 11:00:11 pm
Post by: reddo on 31 May, 2014, 06:16:55 pm
Post by: itsbruce on 03 June, 2014, 08:48:16 pm
Post by: Deano on 03 June, 2014, 09:58:39 pm
Some hub bearings, to go with the pedal bearings I bought yesterday.
And now some titanium end caps, as the ones provided with the Crank Brothers rebuild kit are made of cheese.
And now some alloy ones for the other set of Eggbeaters, as they need greasing but only one of the end caps is coming off...
Post by: Moose57 on 03 June, 2014, 10:00:00 pm
Post by: Quint on 04 June, 2014, 05:21:51 pm
PS Chain Reactions usual shoddy next day delivery is still there, bloody hell can't they just hand them over the phone ;D
Post by: T42 on 07 June, 2014, 06:02:39 pm
Post by: TheLurker on 07 June, 2014, 07:31:35 pm
Post by: interzen on 08 June, 2014, 09:17:11 pm
Also, a pair of Endura FS260Pro shorts to replace the ones that got written off when I had an altercation with the ground earlier (if you're gonna spill diesel then at least make an effort to clean up after yourself ...)
Post by: air dancer on 08 June, 2014, 09:29:28 pm
Now, I wonder how high a pressure a bike tyre can withstand. :demon: ;D
Post by: Quint on 09 June, 2014, 11:12:41 am
Post by: jogler on 09 June, 2014, 04:39:51 pm
1 x http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/delta-delta-ahead-black-stem-raiser-for-1-1-8-inch-to-1-1-8-inch-prod16189/
1 x http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/protec-ahead-converter-prod3063/
Post by: itsbruce on 09 June, 2014, 04:59:45 pm
Axa Vintage:
(http://www.alpebike.pl/images/13451_7853_4fee8751e0ad5.jpg)
And a bracket for it...
(http://www.comptoncycles.co.uk/smsimg/22/7767-20838-main--22.jpg)
Busch & Muller Secula Linetec:
(http://www.amba-marketing.com/cms-files/1106-0-full-secula_linetec_side_view-7.jpg)
Post by: Canardly on 09 June, 2014, 07:25:24 pm
Post by: Deano on 10 June, 2014, 08:03:11 pm
So I had to part with six quid for a pair at Halfords. At least they are conveniently open till late (my LBS only opens late on Thursdays).
Must find a source of cheap stainless cables!
Post by: Kim on 10 June, 2014, 08:33:11 pm
Must find a source of cheap stainless cables!
Wilkos, but only if you're lucky (see relevant thread) - new stock seems to be galvanised.
Post by: Deano on 10 June, 2014, 08:37:18 pm
Might try Boyes (similar to Wilko, but exclusive to the north and have been around for longer).
Post by: Karla on 10 June, 2014, 09:48:50 pm
Post by: bumper on 10 June, 2014, 09:51:22 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/t31.0-8/10397124_10152468544108399_6353521263127851201_o.jpg)
Nice shoes :thumbsup:
Loving mine, only niggle is they're a bit slippy unless strapped snugly.
Post by: Canardly on 10 June, 2014, 09:52:13 pm
Post by: Deano on 10 June, 2014, 09:52:43 pm
I quite enjoyed visiting the Iron Horse Cyclery in Darlo last week, Deano. They're conveniently open until late enough for me to get there after work - unlike the shops at either end of my commute.
Ivan only opens late on Thursdays! Last I checked, anyway.
Otherwise, yes, I'd have been there. That is my LBS.
Post by: Karla on 10 June, 2014, 10:02:10 pm
Post by: Deano on 10 June, 2014, 10:13:20 pm
Unfortunately it wasn't until after six that I spotted the problem ;D ::-)
Post by: Quint on 11 June, 2014, 01:58:30 pm
Post by: Deano on 12 June, 2014, 05:13:15 pm
I quite enjoyed visiting the Iron Horse Cyclery in Darlo last week, Deano. They're conveniently open until late enough for me to get there after work - unlike the shops at either end of my commute.
Ivan only opens late on Thursdays! Last I checked, anyway.
Otherwise, yes, I'd have been there. That is my LBS.
A couple of SS cables bought for three quid.
The fact that I also bought some pedals may have brought the price of the cables down a bit, mind.
Post by: GrahamG on 17 June, 2014, 10:36:17 am
Post by: sg37409 on 20 June, 2014, 10:25:48 pm
And, as good as a buy: I lost my faithful wee garmin 305 last year, in autumn. I looked all over, couldn't find.
My wife was doing the garden today and she came in and said "I found your wee garmin"
Switched it on, pretty manky but 3 bars of battery and it found the satellites. And told me I'd lost it on 11-Oct from my run history. Delighted to find it. :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
* I've been allowed to book a weeks cycling in the pyreneees later this year for my 50th, and I don't want to get mistaken for a racer.
Post by: Deano on 23 June, 2014, 03:39:23 pm
And a Thomson Elite inline seatpost - in black, as the shiny silver was £12 more.
Post by: jogler on 23 June, 2014, 04:27:27 pm
A Topeak multi -tool to keep with the p.r.k. on the commuting bike.
Post by: Juan Martín on 25 June, 2014, 09:33:52 pm
Post by: Ruth on 27 June, 2014, 03:51:41 pm
Post by: itsbruce on 27 June, 2014, 04:00:57 pm
Something I will definitely NOT be buying: http://www.probikekit.co.uk/bicycle-pedals-cleats/look-keo-power-bicycle-pedals/10781316.html
£1274.99 per pedal?!? And that's with a 15% discount.
Post by: vorsprung on 27 June, 2014, 04:40:44 pm
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-2q-uR2HBRiI/U62QLenwboI/AAAAAAAAAoI/Pda5Svd0-00/w783-h522-no/2014-06-27)
Post by: T42 on 01 July, 2014, 10:48:02 am
Post by: Jaded on 01 July, 2014, 12:20:22 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 01 July, 2014, 01:27:50 pm
I need to get some new sandals as the sole is coming away from my much-loved Lake ones which are no longer made. But it's so hard to find the right ones.
I think I may be heading to Rose Biketown next week so can maybe have a look there. Although it's a dangerous place to visit with a credit card.
Post by: Canardly on 01 July, 2014, 02:35:50 pm
Post by: jogler on 01 July, 2014, 03:47:40 pm
Although it's a dangerous place to visit with a credit card.
Max out the c.c. before you get there other than the cost of the dansals :demon:
Post by: CrinklyLion on 02 July, 2014, 06:45:03 am
new chain, cassette, chainset and new shorter cranks, bottom bracket, freehub body and bearings, and brake pads.
The Very Lovely Valencia was somewhat overdue a bit of work...
Post by: fields5069 on 03 July, 2014, 10:12:19 am
Post by: Andrew Br on 03 July, 2014, 11:35:01 pm
It's to replace the one that we had to cut last week because I couldn't find the key :facepalm:.
Luckily the bikes (yes, Helen's as well as mine) were locked up near to home to I was able to go and get the hacksaw.
It didn't take much effort to get through the cable .................
Surprisingly, the key for the original lock hasn't made an appearance. Yet.
Post by: interzen on 04 July, 2014, 08:43:48 pm
Admittedly, I've been meaning to get a 'spare' pair for a while but the discovery of compromised structural integrity (ie. a hole) in my 'main' pair forced my hand a bit, so they'll be relegated to turbo-trainer/emergency use. Fortunately, the aforementioned hole isn't in an embarrassing place.
Post by: TimC on 05 July, 2014, 05:45:56 pm
Post by: jogler on 05 July, 2014, 05:55:51 pm
it's a drug & you are addicted ;D
Post by: TimC on 05 July, 2014, 08:43:51 pm
Post by: jogler on 05 July, 2014, 08:54:22 pm
it is
spend,spend,spend
hth
Post by: TimC on 05 July, 2014, 09:08:44 pm
Post by: Deano on 05 July, 2014, 09:12:40 pm
Is there a 12-point plan?
N+12 seems a bit excessive. Some sort of aversion therapy?
Post by: Butterfly on 05 July, 2014, 10:28:52 pm
Post by: Gattopardo on 06 July, 2014, 02:31:32 am
Post by: jogler on 06 July, 2014, 08:03:35 am
Post by: Kim on 06 July, 2014, 12:37:56 pm
Barakta often wears a single left mitt (that hand being vulnerable to the cold on account of not doing very much). As we share a supply of identical Aldi mitts, this means they sometimes get out of sync...
Post by: Quint on 06 July, 2014, 03:01:53 pm
Post by: Gattopardo on 06 July, 2014, 05:44:15 pm
They should exchange/refund them without too much hassle.
Barakta often wears a single left mitt (that hand being vulnerable to the cold on account of not doing very much). As we share a supply of identical Aldi mitts, this means they sometimes get out of sync...
Yeah should be alright, just go in and swap one.
That's (left) handy
No it is not... ::-) I even checked. so no idea what was going through my mind. At a guess nothing to do with left and right.
Post by: interzen on 07 July, 2014, 07:32:04 pm
Considerably cheaper than Big Apples and a helluva sight less than SuperMotos - if they're any good I may well pick up a pair of the phat-sized ones for Pugsley which, even at £30 a go, are cheaper and easier to get than the Surly Black Floyd slick.
Since the singlespeed has been relegated to commuting/runabout duty I should find out fairly quickly if the tyres are any good (plus it frees up a WTB Nano and a Geax Saguaro so I can use them as spares on High Latitude)
Post by: Deano on 07 July, 2014, 07:33:53 pm
Post by: BrianI on 08 July, 2014, 05:34:13 pm
Post by: interzen on 08 July, 2014, 06:02:17 pm
Well, kinda cycling related, a newish Passion Wagon for myself, a Vauxhall Meriva to replace my Grande Punto. Quite surprised at the amount of space in the Meriva - oodles of room in the boot for bicycles with the rear seats folded flat and Rolls Royce style reverse hinged rear doors! :thumbsup:If it's a 2004-2005 model then be prepared for extreme pain of the intermittent and fiscal variety - the electrics from that era are flakier than a nuclear strike on a Kellogg's factory.
Don't ask how I know this :facepalm:
(in a similar vein, did you know you can get a fat-bike into a Hyundai i10? Well you can ...)
Post by: davelodwig on 09 July, 2014, 08:19:19 pm
I don't normally wear lycra, but I need all the comfort I can get for the dun run on Saturday.
Post by: madcow on 10 July, 2014, 11:19:49 pm
Mrs M obtained a Black sheep brewery cycling jersey.
Methinks that I shall collect a whole set of Yorkshire themed jerseys , without having to resort to club colours. A positive spin off from the TDF.
Post by: IanDG on 19 July, 2014, 09:00:04 pm
It sort of spoke to me and said 'buy me, buy me' so I did ::-)
Post by: lisat on 19 July, 2014, 09:40:18 pm
Post by: TimO on 19 July, 2014, 10:00:07 pm
These are actually the correct size for my seat stays, so should be relatively easily fit, and more solid and longer lasting. If they fail, I can replace them a further 1½ times, since I bought five!
The second one did successfully hold the rack on the bike, by itself, all of this week, although I suspect it's been stressed more than would be reliable for very long.
Post by: mcshroom on 19 July, 2014, 11:26:25 pm
Post by: jogler on 20 July, 2014, 09:46:54 am
:thumbsup: for the initiative.
Do you have something to listen to or watch to
We here are glad to see that you are mending.
Will we eventually see your sling on Ebay?
;D
Post by: mcshroom on 20 July, 2014, 12:35:26 pm
Being the type of bloke who sometimes says "how much :o" I wrapped an old inner tube around the roller to be kinder to my normal tyre & used a large carpet off-cut.
:thumbsup: for the initiative.
Do you have something to listen to or watch tocombat the boredomcalm your nerves from the thrill of turbo riding.
We here are glad to see that you are mending.
Will we eventually see you sling on Ebay?
;D
I was wearing out an old conti sport contact on the thing over winter, but it is now dead and decided if I'm going to use the thing properly for a good while then I might as well get the proper stuff.
The reason for the mat is so that I can use the trainer in the front room with the big TV and iPlayer/Lovefilm connections. The mat should also double as a work-mat for fettling bikes I hope.
I'm bad at getting round to selling things so whether they get slung on the 'bay or not I'll have to see, but for now I just want to get back on a bike! :)
Post by: jogler on 20 July, 2014, 08:52:37 pm
http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/hebie-arc-j82s-sl-universal-rack-fitting-light-bracket-prod553/
& one of these
http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/cateye-bracket-support-544-0980-for-tl-ld-100-110-120-500-600-ae100-prod4504/
Post by: Canardly on 21 July, 2014, 11:00:32 am
Post by: bumper on 22 July, 2014, 09:35:43 am
A pair of vittoria randonneur pro for getting me to the trails in Scotland. Plus tubes for them.
A front mucky Nutz
Carradice carradry saddlebag to hold my sleeping bag, mat etc.
Just about to get a new helmet, I don't want to kill my Mavic road helmet. I love it that much :facepalm:
Post by: interzen on 22 July, 2014, 09:47:06 am
- An extra long skewer for the rear wheel of the singlespeed - the current one isn't grippy enough meaning that the wheel's getting pulled out of track even though I'm using a chaintug on the drive side. I must be more of a torque-monster than I first thought ::-)
- Some bar-end plugs for the High Latitude - I noticed this morning that one has gone AWOL and I don't have any in the spares box
- A titanium poo-shovel for my bikepacking kit ;D
Post by: bumper on 22 July, 2014, 09:50:04 am
- A titanium poo-shovel for my bikepacking kit ;D
That's a bit flash for burying poo you Ti Tart :thumbsup:
Post by: interzen on 22 July, 2014, 09:54:24 am
And proud of it :P
- A titanium poo-shovel for my bikepacking kit ;D
That's a bit flash for burying poo you Ti Tart :thumbsup:
A friend of mine on FaceBork reminded me of another use for it, though - digging up the some of the more tenacious roots in the back garden which have claimed any number of boring steel trowels.
Anyway, it goes nicely with my Ti stove, Ti heatshield, Ti Spork and Ti pot ;D I even have some titanium teeth (the ultimate cyclists accessory?) but I don't recommend that people take the route I took to acquire them ...
Sadly the market seems to be bereft of carbon-fibre shit shovels ...
Post by: jogler on 22 July, 2014, 10:38:28 am
;D
Post by: Mr Larrington on 22 July, 2014, 10:45:03 am
Post by: interzen on 22 July, 2014, 10:45:49 am
wot,no ti toothbrush? :oNope, just a regular toothbrush chopped in half - I'm hardcore, me ;) (I did try chopping and drilling one but the structural integrity of the toothbrush wasn't up to it)
;D
Post by: jogler on 22 July, 2014, 10:46:47 am
Post by: interzen on 22 July, 2014, 10:48:08 am
I imagined you are ti-core 8)(http://img3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120611163046/bigbangtheory/images/c/c4/Bazinga.jpg)
ETA: I also have titanium-framed spectacles, although this wasn't a conscious decision.
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 22 July, 2014, 02:30:50 pm
Post by: Dibdib on 28 July, 2014, 07:13:58 pm
The shoes aren't as difficult to walk in as I'd expected, but they are VERY white - I'm sure they won't last that way for long without some conscientious cleaning! The pedals are what'll take adjusting to. I'm used to being able to just stomp on my old SPDs, and I'll have to practice the nudge-and-click technique so I can stop looking down at them!
Post by: bumper on 28 July, 2014, 07:17:42 pm
Post by: interzen on 28 July, 2014, 07:50:43 pm
Just ordered a pair of shimano saint flats and a hope bolt seat collar for the new bike. Just need them here before the weekend now.When the cheese-derived bolt strips, as it invariably will1, get yourself a Thomson collar to replace it.
1 - DAHIKT.
Post by: bumper on 28 July, 2014, 07:55:02 pm
I've not had a problem with hope collar bolts before, just wanted something better than the one that came with the bike. Didn't want a qr either, like my post and saddle to still be on the bike when I return to it.
I'll let you know if my fat hands snap it :thumbsup:
Post by: interzen on 28 July, 2014, 08:02:18 pm
I've got a thomson, but it's silver. I wanted black :-*Maybe they've changed the design - I found it terrifyingly easy to strip the bolt when I had one. Someone at Hope obviously thought that an alloy bolt on a seatpost clamp was a good idea. It wasn't.
I've not had a problem with hope collar bolts before, just wanted something better than the one that came with the bike. Didn't want a qr either, like my post and saddle to still be on the bike when I return to it.
I'll let you know if my fat hands snap it :thumbsup:
Thomson seatpost collars, along with the Surly Constrictor and Salsa LipLock are Lardarse Approvedtm ;D
Post by: bumper on 28 July, 2014, 08:08:11 pm
I was in a hurry to get one and didn't think it through, may return the hope.
This is all your fault :P
Post by: interzen on 28 July, 2014, 08:12:54 pm
The tart in me wants a thomson. It'll match the post.O:-)
I was in a hurry to get one and didn't think it through, may return the hope.
This is all your fault :P
Post by: Mr Larrington on 30 July, 2014, 02:37:25 am
Plus a doorbell, so I can hear the postie when he comes a-deliverin'
Post by: T42 on 30 July, 2014, 07:22:41 am
Post by: interzen on 30 July, 2014, 08:53:23 am
Plus, it'll match the seatpost.
Post by: Canardly on 02 August, 2014, 03:44:47 pm
Post by: bumper on 02 August, 2014, 05:10:27 pm
Plus, it'll match the seatpost.
:P
Post by: TheLurker on 02 August, 2014, 07:38:12 pm
Got one today. That and some frame protectors for brake/gear cables.
*This is a lie.
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 03 August, 2014, 07:29:57 pm
Post by: andrewc on 04 August, 2014, 12:05:33 pm
Post by: andrewc on 04 August, 2014, 06:41:09 pm
A large cardboard box has just turned up with a small Carry Freedom trailer in it. I need to do a few tips to the dump. I'd have preferred the larger one, but got this (relatively) cheap on Ebay. Next purchase will be a big crate to go on the trailer.
Well this was marked "graded" by the Ebay seller, but appears to be perfect. Schrader valves though. I'll have to order some 16" Presta tubes or I'll end up at the roadside in the rain, fiddling while I try to reverse the bits of rubber in my pump. I've got a recycling box that sort of fits, so assuming I can lash that down securely I'll be able to clear my loft out & make a few trips to the dump :thumbsup:
Post by: Kim on 04 August, 2014, 08:01:52 pm
There's not a lot to go wrong on a Y-frame. Mine was shop-soiled, which means the grip tape was scuffed and there was a reflector missing. Bargain.
The Schrader valves are annoying though. As 20" Presta tubes are the de-facto standard in this household, I made a pragmatic decision to keep the trailer on Schrader until such a time that the surplus of OEM Schrader tubes is exhausted (probably through perishing from old age). I wrapped one up and cable-tied it to the trailer frame as a spare, and work on the principle that I'll just have to fiddle with the pump if needed.
Post by: tiermat on 04 August, 2014, 09:07:32 pm
The latter is truely a thing of beauty, and should hold enough for a lightweight tour of Catalonia, so I won't need a racknor panniers.
Post by: Canardly on 04 August, 2014, 09:16:09 pm
Post by: tiermat on 04 August, 2014, 09:21:01 pm
http://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/BAFRGT/frost-river-gunflint-trail
Post by: andrewc on 04 August, 2014, 09:39:22 pm
Forgot to say, the saddlebag is one of these:
http://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/BAFRGT/frost-river-gunflint-trail
Oh those Frost River messenger bags are pretty :D http://vimeo.com/86620144
A little more olde worlde elegance than my Chrome one.
Post by: Ruth on 04 August, 2014, 09:44:30 pm
Post by: andrewc on 04 August, 2014, 09:49:55 pm
tiermat, your new bag looks like it belongs on the back of an ornery ol' mule when you're off prospecting for gold.
Ruthie, that's no way to describe yourself.... ;D
You're not old.....
:-*
Post by: tiermat on 04 August, 2014, 09:51:19 pm
tiermat, your new bag looks like it belongs on the back of an ornery ol' mule when you're off prospecting for gold.
Oi! Who you calling an old mule? :)
Andrew, they are even nicer in the flesh, the photos etc don't really do them justice. When I showed Mrs T it, she said "I would love a handbag like that" which, I guess, is a good thing.
Post by: Ruth on 04 August, 2014, 09:52:20 pm
It looks great, in a kind of 'essence of carradice' way.
Post by: Canardly on 04 August, 2014, 09:57:07 pm
Post by: tiermat on 06 August, 2014, 01:46:05 pm
A SRAM Edge705>quarter turn adaptor
A quarter turn, "out front" mount.
15M of para cord
10 paracord toggles
A tiny Leatherman (the Wave is a bit of overkill, and heavy, to carry regularly)
A paracord bracelet
The Revolt of the Catalans
Mid Life Cyclist
A "Vintage" cycling metal sign
That'll do for now :)
Post by: bumper on 17 August, 2014, 01:45:29 pm
A zee wide range rear mech, a zee r/h 10sp shifter, a hope retainer 30t chainring. 1x10 on the way with 23" climbing gear and a 78" hammering it gear too. Not using a chain guide either with the clutch mech and narrow/wide ring :thumbsup:
Post by: interzen on 17 August, 2014, 03:10:49 pm
- 10m of 2x0.75 speaker cable (shortest length I could sensibly buy ::-))
- An assortment of heatshrink
- A Supernova carbon central handlebar mount
- A matching handlebar bracket to go with the above
All for the purposes of relocating the headlight on the Salsa from the fork to the handlebars. Come pay-day, the process will be repeated but on the singlespeed.
Post by: David Martin on 19 August, 2014, 11:14:23 pm
Post by: Kim on 19 August, 2014, 11:40:56 pm
Oddly, the gear cables are much less affected, in spite of vertically mounted bar-end shifters.
Post by: cycleman on 20 August, 2014, 08:51:48 am
Post by: Mr Larrington on 20 August, 2014, 09:42:19 am
OTOH the upward pointing end of the Speedmachine's front gear cable tends to absorb water, to the detriment of shifting performance in very cold weather chiz. This was a PITA when commuting to the BigCo as there were a couple of Ups requiring the little ring.
Post by: Kim on 20 August, 2014, 12:27:49 pm
The gear cables are used more than brake cables and therefore seem to avoid corrosion to a greater degree .that's my theory anyway :)
I do spend a substantial amount of time riding with my hands covering the shifters. Deliberately, in torrential rain. Maybe that helps keep the water out?
I've had a gear cable freeze on a particularly cold FNRttC. Fortunately, this was at the halfway stop, just after I'd had a conversation with somone about freezing cables, so I shifted into small/small before parking up (so that brute force rather than spring tension was available to break the ice).
But I mostly stick to the upwrong in cold weather. It's more salt-resistant.
Post by: Kim on 21 August, 2014, 03:00:54 pm
The old ones were absolutely slopping with water. New ones mean the brakes are now feather-light and no longer make weary groaning noises. I'd take it for a test ride, but it looks like it's about to rain. :facepalm:
(I predict an accidental recumbent endo[1] when I ride the bike sometime next week.)
[1] Like a normal endo, but slow-motion and sillier.
Post by: clarion on 21 August, 2014, 03:15:47 pm
Post by: MikeFromLFE on 21 August, 2014, 06:45:55 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 21 August, 2014, 11:24:38 pm
And narrowly avoided buying a bike I simply cannot afford.
I accidentally bought a much cheaper bike on ebay :-[
I hope it will solve my problem once it's fettled :thumbsup:
Post by: Aidan on 22 August, 2014, 07:09:30 am
Post by: Auntie Helen on 22 August, 2014, 12:03:37 pm
I've used the thing for probably 50,000km in all weathers so I don't think it owes me a penny.
So yesterday when I got in from my little holiday in Ostfriesland I placed an order for the new Garmin Oregon 650 with Handtec.co.uk (from whom I bought the original Oregon) at about five in the afternoon. This was paid for with my English credit card but with delivery to Germany.
Said new gadget was delivered before midday here in Nordrhein-Westfalen which I think is rather impressive! It helps that I'm on the courier route from Düsseldorf but still, I think that's quicker than I would have expected for delivery to England even!
I'm charging up its battery and then will go out for a windy, rainy ride in the Velomobile to see if I like it.
At some point I will have to confess to James that I just spent £300 on another Garmin...
Post by: davelodwig on 22 August, 2014, 12:48:16 pm
Let's see if I can scare the natives with salmon coolstops squealing.
D.
Post by: Basil on 22 August, 2014, 01:31:23 pm
Also a marathon plus for the rear of the commuter. Again. How bloody much? :o
Yes, I know I should have gone on the interweb, but that wouldn't have involved a ten mile round trip ride to the lbs, would it? 8)
Post by: Andrew Br on 24 August, 2014, 12:11:00 am
This has almost resulted in sudden and unintended dismounts while clipped in since the rear wheel jams ........
*Whatever ::-)
Post by: Marco Stefano on 30 August, 2014, 12:30:34 pm
Post by: bumper on 30 August, 2014, 12:41:50 pm
A gold seatpost qr clamp.
A pair of gold wheel qrs.
Can't decide on a black or gold bash ring, or neither and hope I don't hit the ring on anything, especially skin!
Tart, me?
Post by: davelodwig on 04 September, 2014, 02:40:33 pm
Including a new Son Dynamo, edilux headlight and rear light.
Now I'm travelling from home to brum for work the Brompton's getting a lot more use so the lighting needed upgrading.
D.
Post by: Otto on 04 September, 2014, 04:16:37 pm
Post by: zigzag on 04 September, 2014, 05:15:18 pm
Post by: Polar Bear on 04 September, 2014, 05:19:35 pm
A new B17. A world traveller special edition with copper rails and rivets. It is a thing of beauty. Seems almost too nice to put my bottom on!
I'll be happy to break it in for you if you like. :D
Post by: Redlight on 05 September, 2014, 09:45:55 am
Post by: zigzag on 05 September, 2014, 05:38:41 pm
Post by: Gus on 05 September, 2014, 10:30:46 pm
and a Merino cyclingjacket.
My bank will so hate me :smug:
Post by: Aidan on 06 September, 2014, 07:37:13 am
A new B17. A world traveller special edition with copper rails and rivets. It is a thing of beauty. Seems almost too nice to put my bottom on!
I'll be happy to break it in for you if you like. :D
Thanks :thumbsup: doesn't need it though. Did 50km on it yesterday and it's the most comfortable saddle I've owned!!!!!
Post by: PaulF on 06 September, 2014, 08:09:03 am
On-One have sale on their Fatty Fatbike frame, so I just happened to buy one + a fork + a headset + bung
and a Merino cyclingjacket.
My bank will so hate me :smug:
Enjoy it!!
In the same sale I've just got a spare pair of tyres for my fatbike, at less than £20 each, it's a bargain!
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 06 September, 2014, 04:09:02 pm
Then online later, some winter gloves and a purple pump. (I don't need a purple pump as I have a perfectly decent Road Morph, but I've been coveting one for ages and it was reduced, so I had to.)
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 09 September, 2014, 01:00:57 pm
http://tiendamundialponferrada.sgpro.es/en/clothes/18-maillot-ciclismo-conmemorativo.html
The price of the shirt 45 euros was not bad for a non discouted shirt but the postage at 24 euros was extortionate.
Post by: zigzag on 09 September, 2014, 03:11:24 pm
Post by: reddo on 13 September, 2014, 09:48:39 pm
Love it. So much fun. ;D
Post by: David Martin on 13 September, 2014, 10:19:25 pm
Post by: Canardly on 14 September, 2014, 01:14:44 pm
Post by: cygnet on 15 September, 2014, 12:29:09 am
PDW 'swallow' bottle cage to cheer me up. (thanks to this thread: https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=82271.0 (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=82271.0))
Post by: Mr Larrington on 15 September, 2014, 03:58:43 am
It was FREE :thumbsup:
Post by: GrahamG on 15 September, 2014, 09:17:11 am
Post by: Karla on 15 September, 2014, 07:35:12 pm
Post by: epa611 on 15 September, 2014, 07:58:41 pm
Post by: graculus on 16 September, 2014, 07:32:01 pm
I've not felt the need before for winter tyres but now have occasional work at a site which is 6 miles away along rural roads.
Post by: mcshroom on 16 September, 2014, 07:37:39 pm
Post by: Kim on 16 September, 2014, 07:50:28 pm
Post by: graculus on 16 September, 2014, 09:38:57 pm
They are heavy and slow, but are grippy on surfaces you can't stand on, oh, and they're heavy and slow ;)How slow compared to 38mm Marathon Plus?
Post by: Kim on 16 September, 2014, 09:44:45 pm
They are heavy and slow, but are grippy on surfaces you can't stand on, oh, and they're heavy and slow ;)How slow compared to 38mm Marathon Plus?
Quite slow.
Post by: Tim Hall on 18 September, 2014, 10:42:52 am
A brace of B&M Ixon Pure lights, a fork crown bracket from Rose. A stash of AA good to go cells from 7 day shop.
One light will be sent to The Boy, who is a Penniless Student Oaf, the other will go on my fixer - I've had enough of my Tesco torch and polymorph front light solution.
Still waiting for a chainring and new chain for the fixer. Should stop me seeing daylight between chain and existing ring as I pedal.
Post by: Deano on 20 September, 2014, 10:14:09 pm
Post by: microphonie on 21 September, 2014, 11:30:11 am
Good price (much cheaper than Rose & Bike 24) & service from Bergzeit too.
Protective do another couple of nicer styles in this range but the Boston (http://www.bike24.com/1.php?content=8;navigation=1;product=54919;page=1;menu=1100,1505,1192;mid=462) weren't available at Bergzeit & the Seattle (http://www.bergzeit.co.uk/protective-seattle-bike-shoes-brg-2/) had sold out in my size so I went for the cheaper option.
Post by: BrianI on 23 September, 2014, 02:25:54 pm
Also a 80mm stem to replace the stock 110mm stem, which I feel is way too long.
Ordered it sunday evening, came today!
:thumbsup:
Post by: Chris S on 23 September, 2014, 03:56:19 pm
They are heavy and slow, but are grippy on surfaces you can't stand on, oh, and they're heavy and slow ;)How slow compared to 38mm Marathon Plus?
Really, quite slow. And thank goodness. They're enablers - you can keep cycling despite the conditions, but you can't take the piss with them otherwise you'll still end up in the fracture clinic.
Also - don't forget - when you put your put down when you stop, your shoes probably don't have spikes. ;D
Staying OT - Two pairs of On-One Merino arm warmers, at £3.99 a pair. Bargainatious :thumbsup:
Post by: Si_Co on 25 September, 2014, 08:21:49 am
(http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/ODAwWDgwMA==/z/5KkAAOxyyUtSalzw/$T2eC16ZHJGEFFm+e7JHmBS,lzwo9Tw~~60_12.JPG)
So far has been described as "busy", "colourful" and "eye catching". :D
Post by: GrahamG on 25 September, 2014, 09:11:10 am
Post by: interzen on 25 September, 2014, 11:09:44 am
Someone elsewhere on t'internet recommended them as they offer more protection and wrist support than bog-standard cycling gloves without the inconvenience of wearing a wrist guard. Given that unicyclists tend to have a certain affinity with the ground I reckon there's something in that.
If the full finger gloves work for me over the winter then I'll get some of the half-finger variety for 'regular' use.
(not that I'm tempted to buy a unicycle at all, oh dear me no ...)
ETA: Also an Aircast A2 wrist brace for when the cast comes off - not cycling gear per se, but part of the rehabilitation process.
Post by: Si_Co on 25 September, 2014, 12:18:34 pm
You can add 'vomit-worthy' to that list ;)
See I knew I'd get some honesty here ;D
Post by: Kim on 25 September, 2014, 01:11:42 pm
one of these arrived today
(http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/ODAwWDgwMA==/z/5KkAAOxyyUtSalzw/$T2eC16ZHJGEFFm+e7JHmBS,lzwo9Tw~~60_12.JPG)
You coming to Whitby then? :D
Post by: Si_Co on 25 September, 2014, 01:22:20 pm
Post by: bumper on 26 September, 2014, 12:02:13 pm
1x10 is great but limiting on monster off road climbs, I almost snapped my legs off!
Post by: Si_Co on 30 September, 2014, 12:34:20 pm
Extrex 30 and mount
New cleats
Hope stainless steel bottom bracket. (the tub it comes in is a natty bit of injection moulding)
:thumbsup:
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 30 September, 2014, 08:27:29 pm
I bought some Swissstop GHP Rx V Brake pads so that I can stop when I want to.
I am trying not to spend any money until after Christmas because Quicken tells me my current account will be in the red until January. However I will have lots of unexpected expenses before then.
Post by: L CC on 30 September, 2014, 09:08:10 pm
Raaawwwr.
Post by: bumper on 03 October, 2014, 03:41:03 pm
2 water bottle cages
Salsa rear rack
Tried to get a salsa frame bag but they're discontinued >:(
Post by: BrianI on 09 October, 2014, 11:34:26 am
Bought new pair of winter cycling gloves! £4.99, although had to have a good rummage to find the last pair in XL! Unfortunately they didn't have any of the lobster claw gloves in my size either.
Also750ml alu water bottle with cap cover, ideal for short mtb rides :smug:
Post by: mcshroom on 09 October, 2014, 12:03:33 pm
Also some other bits to finish refurbing the winter commuter now I'm planning to use it instead of getting rid.
Post by: marcusjb on 09 October, 2014, 08:34:24 pm
Bottom one is the new one in case you couldn't work it out!
Post by: Ashaman42 on 09 October, 2014, 10:06:32 pm
Though the hat is a bit too small so I'll have to change it. Might exchange the gloves too as one of the velco tabs is only half sewn in. Not that it's too bad if it disappears as the area of velcro on the gloves is too small to allow you to use the tab to tighten the cuff much.
Got the gloves a size up from usual and I can fit my mitts underneath. Yay extra layer and yay padding.
*Edit: Aldi, not Lidl. Durp*
Post by: Canardly on 10 October, 2014, 11:35:48 am
Post by: Ashaman42 on 10 October, 2014, 01:20:48 pm
Post by: tiermat on 18 October, 2014, 03:40:08 pm
Whilst in the LBS I saw a Ridley X-Bow Allroad. Very very nearly came out £950 lighter. They are lovely, barring the fact they are Sora equipped.
Plan now forming (frame and fork packages can be got)
Post by: Gus on 18 October, 2014, 04:33:13 pm
Thomson seat collar
Shimano XT trail pedals
All are parts for fatbike nr. 2 :thumbsup:
Post by: Bledlow on 20 October, 2014, 06:31:54 pm
Panaracer Pasela PT tyre, also for Mrs B, in the hope that (1) it's easier to fit than her current tyres & (2) she'll accept it as satisfactory after riding it.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 23 October, 2014, 05:57:02 pm
Post by: bumper on 23 October, 2014, 05:58:33 pm
I need to sit down :o
Post by: reddo on 24 October, 2014, 07:02:50 pm
Post by: tiermat on 24 October, 2014, 07:05:12 pm
A new rear mech hanger for the not-Tifosi, after managing to strip the threads in the old one (I was cleaning it at the time: proof that cleaning isn't good for bikes). Have to order it from Evans, which means waiting a day or two, so I can't go out on a ride I was supposed to be going on tonight. Ok. it's raining, so perhaps that's a lucky escape, but still... >:(
Did I not say, on the Carlisle to Newcastle ride that it is a bad idea for you to clean the not-Tifosi? Things happen when you do.
Post by: BrianI on 26 October, 2014, 08:08:27 am
Pinnacle Dolomite Two, 2014, size XL in Gloss Black for £460 ;D Hopefully delivery from Evans shouldn't be too long!
Seems not a bad bike for the money. Can take 25mm + mudguards, 28mm without. Full carbon fork. Should be a nice change from my old tourer! :D
Post by: rafletcher on 27 October, 2014, 01:08:29 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 28 October, 2014, 12:45:17 pm
While he had it, Liam also notices that the cateye wireless wasn't working and fixed it by the simple expedient of repacing the battery. That's needed doing since sometime in 2011 I think....
This means that of the original bike I've now replaced, roughly in order, the pedals/saddle/bottom bracket/barends/bars/seatpost/brakes/cables/drivetrain (after several chain, cassette and/or chainring swaps)/rear wheel. Remaining from the original bike, winter 2009, are the frame, forks, stem, shifters, brake levers and front wheel. Oh, and the rack and mudguards.
Post by: tiermat on 28 October, 2014, 12:52:45 pm
Look like good tyres, yet to be used in anger (as I haven't found the bike racks at work, so walk it!)
Post by: Moultonaught on 28 October, 2014, 12:55:25 pm
Topeak extra large bottle cage
On Sunday I ordered:
Black on-one Mary bars
Black ESI extra chunky grips for the aforementioned bars - awaiting delivery of both.
Post by: Kim on 28 October, 2014, 12:56:34 pm
This means that of the original bike I've now replaced, roughly in order, the pedals/saddle/bottom bracket/barends/bars/seatpost/brakes/cables/drivetrain (after several chain, cassette and/or chainring swaps)/rear wheel. Remaining from the original bike, winter 2009, are the frame, forks, stem, shifters, brake levers and front wheel. Oh, and the rack and mudguards.
I think that puts it in the same category as my Discovery (from which I believe you have the original handlebars). Frame, forks, shifters, front mech, levers, brakes and bell are original. The rear rack was fitted at point of sale. Everything else has been swapped, I think.
I've no particular love of the frame or (especially) forks, either. They were just a correctly-sized platform around which the right combination of really low gears were attached when I bought it.
Post by: ferret on 28 October, 2014, 04:34:55 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 28 October, 2014, 05:40:35 pm
This means that of the original bike I've now replaced, roughly in order, the pedals/saddle/bottom bracket/barends/bars/seatpost/brakes/cables/drivetrain (after several chain, cassette and/or chainring swaps)/rear wheel. Remaining from the original bike, winter 2009, are the frame, forks, stem, shifters, brake levers and front wheel. Oh, and the rack and mudguards.
I think that puts it in the same category as my Discovery (from which I believe you have the original handlebars). Frame, forks, shifters, front mech, levers, brakes and bell are original. The rear rack was fitted at point of sale. Everything else has been swapped, I think.
My hybrid's still got its original (to me - it was old when I bought it!) frame (not fork), front mech, shifters...and I think that's it. The frame's knackered, too!
Post by: interzen on 29 October, 2014, 10:28:36 am
I also need to get some appropriate sealant but it needs to be latex-free, which seems to be limiting my options somewhat.
Post by: Mr Larrington on 29 October, 2014, 11:25:57 am
This means that of the original bike I've now replaced, roughly in order, the pedals/saddle/bottom bracket/barends/bars/seatpost/brakes/cables/drivetrain (after several chain, cassette and/or chainring swaps)/rear wheel. Remaining from the original bike, winter 2009, are the frame, forks, stem, shifters, brake levers and front wheel. Oh, and the rack and mudguards.
I think that puts it in the same category as my Discovery (from which I believe you have the original handlebars). Frame, forks, shifters, front mech, levers, brakes and bell are original. The rear rack was fitted at point of sale. Everything else has been swapped, I think.
My hybrid's still got its original (to me - it was old when I bought it!) frame (not fork), front mech, shifters...and I think that's it. The frame's knackered, too!
The Towpath Bike retains only the Trek 4300 frame from the machine purchased to replace the old 930 that was killed utterly to DETH when Miss von Brandenburg piled it into the back of a taxi. Though the rear light was previously fitted to said 930.
Post by: tiermat on 30 October, 2014, 01:28:48 pm
Post by: rafletcher on 30 October, 2014, 01:51:14 pm
Post by: IanN on 06 November, 2014, 09:28:55 pm
Post by: marcusjb on 06 November, 2014, 09:43:38 pm
3 pairs of cycling shoes arrived today.
Well, 1 pair of shoes, 1 pair of winter boots and 1 pair of sandals. I am sure that is the only time anyone has ordered winter boots and sandals together - winter is coming and I fancy trying some boots this year (Northwave Celcius things) and winter is coming and we're fecking off out of this cold and damp island, so a pair of Shimano SPD sandals is the order of the day. They are really heavy! I didn't expect that. Does anyone do a carbon fibre soled sandal???? I think I will suggest it to Bont.
Post by: TimC on 07 November, 2014, 06:18:47 am
Post by: interzen on 07 November, 2014, 09:12:45 am
Decided to pull the trigger and do tubeless conversions on the green Genesis and the El Mariachi - however, since these both have 'normal' sized wheels I can do the job 'properly' rather than go down the ghetto tubeless gaffer-tape route I'm having to take with Pugsley, at least until Stan's and their ilk do proper rim strips and whatnot for fatties.
Time will tell if I eventually do the Croix de Fer - not much point at the moment since I haven't (re)built the front wheel yet.
Post by: citoyen on 07 November, 2014, 09:26:32 am
Post by: interzen on 07 November, 2014, 09:49:29 am
Will be interested to hear how you get on with tubeless. I'm still not entirely sold on its merits for road bikes.Neither am I, which is why the Croix will remain unmolested. For now, at least.
Going tubeless on the Pugsley will shed about 1lb off each wheel - the stock Surly tubes are durable, but they ain't light. The gains on the other two MTBs are rather more marginal, but there's plenty of evidence that tubeless makes sense for endurance off-road riding.
Post by: Moultonaught on 07 November, 2014, 09:51:03 am
& a couple of tacx bottle cages for the fortitude.
Post by: tiermat on 10 November, 2014, 03:12:54 pm
If I had been a bit more flush I would have walked out with a new Whyte Suffolk, too as they have them at a LARGE discount at the new Leeds shop!
Post by: Moultonaught on 10 November, 2014, 03:22:37 pm
Post by: tiermat on 10 November, 2014, 03:33:57 pm
100 x M5 *12mm stainless bottle cage / mudguard bolts and washers. from eBay for the price of 6 stainless bolts from my local car parts store!
Ripon Engineering or Boltmeup are my usual source of such things, both on bay of e.
In an emergency Clas Ohlson are cheaper than Charlie Browns/Halfords et al, but more expensive than those two^
Post by: ferret on 12 November, 2014, 10:35:46 am
Post by: interzen on 12 November, 2014, 10:46:21 am
more stuff from the bay, Hope BB ceramic brand new, jagwire gear & brake cable plus all the fiddly bits, bar tape can't remember the make BBB I think, I have my eye on a hope seat clamp, just the wheels to sort out now :) oh and crank set.I wouldn't bother. Really.
Unless they've changed the design recently, the clamp bolt is alloy and frighteningly easy to strip. Get yourself a Thomson seatpost clamp - cheaper and far more robust than Hope's offering.
Today I bought a 12T lockring - I discovered somewhat belatedly that the one I fitted to Pugsley was 11T and hence the Wrong Size for the spacers I'm using.
Post by: Karla on 12 November, 2014, 07:22:12 pm
Post by: Ruthie on 13 November, 2014, 08:05:59 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 14 November, 2014, 06:43:23 am
Post by: TimC on 14 November, 2014, 07:17:28 am
Post by: mcshroom on 14 November, 2014, 07:26:00 pm
Post by: Canardly on 14 November, 2014, 08:43:43 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 14 November, 2014, 08:57:56 pm
I was looking at the video review which stated 84" high which should fit (yes I have 7'6" ceilings). This also seems to be the measurement on most websites selling it. I'll have to see which is correct :-\
Post by: jsabine on 14 November, 2014, 11:40:06 pm
Post by: Deano on 16 November, 2014, 09:16:18 pm
And three SRAM PC-1 chains for the fixed fleet.
Post by: Tim Hall on 16 November, 2014, 10:25:54 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 16 November, 2014, 10:31:20 pm
Well, technically not really: I'd been looking for a new fixed frame for a while, as mine is a bit on the small side. However, I ended up getting a whole bike: I'm now the owner of a second-hand Genesis Flyer.
Since I'll be transferring my old handlebars across from the old frame (the ones on there are 44cm, which is much wider than I'm used to), I'm wondering what bar tape to use. Bike looks like this:
(http://images.evanscycles.com/product_image/image/da4/570/25e/115116/large/genesis-flyer-2014-singlespeed-road-bike.jpg)
I have some black/green/purple splash tape in my collection. I'm very tempted... :demon:
Post by: tiermat on 17 November, 2014, 10:56:17 am
A Dave Yates frame off of that Ebay. It's destined for dirty fixer duties.
If it's the one I was looking at, it looks like a good one, hopefully with no crack/rust in the stays!
Post by: interzen on 17 November, 2014, 11:23:03 am
I've been given the OK to ride providing I'm 'sensible' (consultant's words, not mine :demon:) with the warning that if I (re)break my scaphoid again then there will be surgery and I will end up rocking a titanium screw in my wrist. In reality, this probably means sticking to the turbo for a while plus the occasional ride to Thee Pubbe or the LBS.
ETA: Also a new chain and cassette for the Croix de Fer - as I suspected, the existing chain is completely mullered after 10 weeks in the shed with nothing in the way of TLC.
Post by: Moultonaught on 17 November, 2014, 11:52:47 am
A 661 Wrist Wrap Pro, as recommended by a couple of the gravity fiends at the LBS.
I've been given the OK to ride providing I'm 'sensible' (consultant's words, not mine :demon:) with the warning that if I (re)break my scaphoid again then there will be surgery and I will end up rocking a titanium screw in my wrist. In reality, this probably means sticking to the turbo for a while plus the occasional ride to Thee Pubbe or the LBS.
ETA: Also a new chain and cassette for the Croix de Fer - as I suspected, the existing chain is completely mullered after 10 weeks in the shed with nothing in the way of TLC.
Good news about getting the OK for 'sensible' riding.. :) enjoy the occasional and 'sensible' rides... ;D
Post by: nikki on 17 November, 2014, 07:02:27 pm
I've been given the OK to ride providing I'm 'sensible'
Hey! Good news!
Good luck with the being sensible thing...
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 18 November, 2014, 01:39:17 pm
Post by: Jakob W on 18 November, 2014, 10:33:33 pm
Post by: davelodwig on 19 November, 2014, 05:31:27 pm
I don't have any sort of carrier just a faint plan about lying the bike flat on the rack and lashing it down, that way I can keep the height of the car down for ferrys and car parks and such.
d.
Post by: bumper on 20 November, 2014, 03:19:14 pm
Post by: Otto on 20 November, 2014, 04:01:20 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 20 November, 2014, 10:29:04 pm
Roofbars for the scenic, and it's faintly cycling related cos it now means that when taking the tandem to places the delightful Mary can actually sit in the car next to me rather than in the back or in the other car.
I don't have any sort of carrier just a faint plan about lying the bike flat on the rack and lashing it down, that way I can keep the height of the car down for ferrys and car parks and such.
d.
Twisting the stoker bars through 90 degrees is often a thing to do in such situations. Also possibly removing the roof side pedals. Pipe lagging is your paintwork's friend.
Post by: mcshroom on 22 November, 2014, 12:24:20 am
I missed the description height on the website :-[
I was looking at the video review which stated 84" high which should fit (yes I have 7'6" ceilings). This also seems to be the measurement on most websites selling it. I'll have to see which is correct :-\
Not put it together yet but it arrived today (got stuck with a neighbour who I kept missing). Instructions say 84" which should be 7' not 8' and should fit in the room :)
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 22 November, 2014, 07:29:50 am
Post by: Canardly on 22 November, 2014, 10:10:00 am
I missed the description height on the website :-[
I was looking at the video review which stated 84" high which should fit (yes I have 7'6" ceilings). This also seems to be the measurement on most websites selling it. I'll have to see which is correct :-\
Not put it together yet but it arrived today (got stuck with a neighbour who I kept missing). Instructions say 84" which should be 7' not 8' and should fit in the room :)
Ah that makes more sense, good stuff.
Post by: interzen on 22 November, 2014, 03:58:56 pm
It's a bit orange. In fact, it's oranger than both my Salsa El Mariachi and my old Genesis Day One :thumbsup:
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 22 November, 2014, 06:27:03 pm
Post by: Feanor on 30 November, 2014, 05:45:28 pm
The zip on my trusty old pair broke this morning :-(
I think I'll take them into the alterations / fixit shop in town.
They have replaced zips on some of my stuff before, and they make a much tidier job than I could.
They can be a backup pair, as they also have a hole in the knee from an 'off' a few years back.
Post by: ferret on 01 December, 2014, 09:34:12 am
Post by: interzen on 01 December, 2014, 10:04:00 am
ok so put me money where me mouth is and clicked on buy it now on some bb7's from Taiwan the other day, well they've turned up and as far as I can tell they're genuine so complete with 140 disc free postage all fittings and fixings I can't really see why anyone would want to buy the stuff at double the price from anywhere in the UKI can't imagine why anyone would buy BB7s at all, but that's just me.
I myself have pulled the trigger on a pair of On-One's gravel tyres for the Cross Check, albeit after much soul-searching and procrastination (alternatives were WTB Nano 40s, albeit with wire bead, or spend twice as much per tyre on Surly Knards). Time will tell if they're any good, but if they're anything like the 29er slicks that currently adorn the singlespeed then I have high hopes.
Also, some decent cartridge brake pads (the stock pads on Avid SD5s are awful) and enough brake outer to last me 'til the heat death of the universe and possibly beyond.
Post by: ferret on 01 December, 2014, 05:28:02 pm
ok so put me money where me mouth is and clicked on buy it now on some bb7's from Taiwan the other day, well they've turned up and as far as I can tell they're genuine so complete with 140 disc free postage all fittings and fixings I can't really see why anyone would want to buy the stuff at double the price from anywhere in the UKI can't imagine why anyone would buy BB7s at all, but that's just me.
I myself have pulled the trigger on a pair of On-One's gravel tyres for the Cross Check, albeit after much soul-searching and procrastination (alternatives were WTB Nano 40s, albeit with wire bead, or spend twice as much per tyre on Surly Knards). Time will tell if they're any good, but if they're anything like the 29er slicks that currently adorn the singlespeed then I have high hopes.
Also, some decent cartridge brake pads (the stock pads on Avid SD5s are awful) and enough brake outer to last me 'til the heat death of the universe and possibly beyond.
what cable disc brakes would you spend your pennies on ?
Post by: interzen on 01 December, 2014, 07:11:16 pm
what cable disc brakes would you spend your pennies on ?It depends - if it was for a mountain bike then I'd get hydraulics, and my less-than-favourable experiences with BB7s are what sent me down that route in the first place. For a road/'cross bike there's enough choice now that BB7s aren't the only show in town.
That said, I've been very impressed with the Hayes CX Expert (the brake formerly known as the CX-5) brakes on my Croix de Fer. I had a pair on my old Surly 1x1 and despite being touted as 'cyclocross brakes' they were fine for technical off-road using 180mm rotors and sintered pads - I run 180(f) and 160(r) on the Croix and there's more than enough stopping power even for a lump like me.
Post by: ferret on 02 December, 2014, 09:52:54 pm
Post by: Deano on 02 December, 2014, 09:56:34 pm
Post by: Canardly on 02 December, 2014, 09:59:53 pm
Post by: Kim on 02 December, 2014, 10:05:22 pm
Post by: interzen on 03 December, 2014, 10:20:58 am
The ICE trike carrying 55kg of cargo which made it to the pole last year, including crossing a mountain range, was fitted with BB7s. Good enough? (just read the CTC mag article).SOP in extremely cold climates; at those sort of temperatures hydraulic brakes are about as useful as a glass hammer - ask anyone who's done, say, the Iditarod Invitational or the Arrowhead 135.
Still won't alter my opinion that BB7s are over-rated, though. YOPMWV.
Post by: zigzag on 03 December, 2014, 11:53:20 pm
also - a stages power meter, but still need to go to evans to collect it tomorrow.
Post by: jsabine on 04 December, 2014, 09:07:55 am
SOP in extremely cold climates; at those sort of temperatures hydraulic brakes are about as useful as a glass hammer
What do they do for cars and motorbikes then?
Post by: tiermat on 04 December, 2014, 09:17:12 am
Anyway, today I have ordered the next round of YACF bottles. ETA to follow.
Post by: interzen on 04 December, 2014, 09:53:21 am
Ask someone who drives in such conditions. I have no idea.SOP in extremely cold climates; at those sort of temperatures hydraulic brakes are about as useful as a glass hammer
What do they do for cars and motorbikes then?
ETA: According to the Great Satan of Mountain View, mineral oil typically freezes at around -30C whereas you need to be somewhere south of -40 before DOT fluid starts to get excessively viscous. Determining the effect on braking is left as an exercise for the reader.
Post by: Mr Larrington on 04 December, 2014, 11:37:48 am
Post by: Moultonaught on 04 December, 2014, 11:48:51 am
they passed the 'proper bike shop' test - walk in with a quirky bike, if a) they welcome you in and b) if they look at it before they ask what they can sell you - that's a pass ;D
Post by: interzen on 04 December, 2014, 01:52:13 pm
https://www.ridepdw.com/goods/cargo/the-bird-cage
for the orange Surly, just to add a wee touch of class.
Post by: Ruthie on 06 December, 2014, 05:28:46 pm
Post by: Deano on 06 December, 2014, 10:35:27 pm
A pair of black PDW 'Bird' cages:
https://www.ridepdw.com/goods/cargo/the-bird-cage
for the orange Surly, just to add a wee touch of class.
They're very pretty. Worth the extra? And is there a UK seller?
Post by: interzen on 06 December, 2014, 10:53:10 pm
Dunno - haven't got them yet. Hopefully Monday.A pair of black PDW 'Bird' cages:
https://www.ridepdw.com/goods/cargo/the-bird-cage
for the orange Surly, just to add a wee touch of class.
They're very pretty. Worth the extra?
I've not seen any bad reviews of them - they're not massively heavy and seem to grip bottles very well whilst still allowing them to be removed easily. And, as you say, they're very pretty.
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And is there a UK seller?Several.
Westbrooks in Stokesley stock PDW stuff, as does Charlie the Bikemonger (£11.99 per each from him)
Post by: Andrew Br on 07 December, 2014, 02:33:05 pm
I'm using that bike for commuting now and there's a lot of stop start 'cos of the traffic lights so the trusty BB7s were needing quite regular tweaking (plus the rear braking had always been poor because of the awful cable run).
Initial impressions (riding 1 mile back from the LBS) suggests that braking is light and controllable.
I'll report back when I've got more miles on them.
I'll also report when I get hydraulics fitted to the Disco ::-)
Post by: Dibdib on 07 December, 2014, 11:29:32 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 12 December, 2014, 09:59:33 am
Post by: Ashaman42 on 13 December, 2014, 10:06:26 pm
Post by: zigzag on 13 December, 2014, 10:10:28 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 15 December, 2014, 12:55:27 pm
Post by: Karla on 15 December, 2014, 09:20:12 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 15 December, 2014, 10:01:12 pm
New freewheel seems smoother, and the bike is now nearly silent :thumbsup:
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 16 December, 2014, 08:10:50 am
So stop taunting us: what's the new bike?
Planet X Pro Carbon with SRAM Rival. It's being built today.
Post by: Canardly on 16 December, 2014, 08:17:05 pm
Post by: interzen on 16 December, 2014, 08:24:34 pm
New freewheel seems smoother, and the bike is now nearly silent :thumbsup:Should have gone for White Industries - they'd have heard you coming in Scotland.
Northern Scotland ;D
(I've used Token freewheels in the past - they're OK. White Industries is still the gold standard though)
Post by: IanN on 17 December, 2014, 01:51:05 pm
and three bells!
ding! ding! DING! (respectively) ;D
Post by: Kim on 17 December, 2014, 02:10:02 pm
Post by: bumper on 17 December, 2014, 02:54:35 pm
Just need to get out on the bikes first :-\
Post by: Karla on 18 December, 2014, 10:24:11 pm
You will never get that down the chimney!
Of course she will: it's a sootbike!
Very nice too :thumbsup:
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 19 December, 2014, 07:43:37 am
You will never get that down the chimney!
Of course she will: it's a sootbike!
Very nice too :thumbsup:
Sadly, it's not happening now. >:( On goes the search... ::-)
Post by: citoyen on 19 December, 2014, 10:59:24 am
Actually, I fear my Brompton is on its last legs and may need total replacement before long. This is going to force me to make some difficult decisions: I would really love to get a new Brompton but I'm not sure I can afford it at the moment - certainly not in the specification I'd like (S-type, full Ti, singlespeed, pink). The Dahon Mu Solo is looking like a temptingly affordable alternative.
Post by: matthew on 19 December, 2014, 11:05:25 am
Lights for my brother-in-Law for off road night riding (Hope R1)
Commuting winter boots for me NW Artics
Time Atac Cleats for same
New battery pack for my Hope Vision II
and for collection today / tomorrow two Conti Contact II tyres and a lockring spanner (nicely using the £50 voucher from the previous purchase)
Post by: Torslanda on 19 December, 2014, 11:07:30 am
New rear mudguard for the Brompton. Old one basically snapped in half, presumably from too much bashing against the ground when folding the rear wheel under. Quite excited to see that Brompton mudguards are now available in stealth black as well as trad silver. Almost tempted to replace the front as well, just so I can have matching black mudguards front and rear.
Actually, I fear my Brompton is on its last legs and may need total replacement before long. This is going to force me to make some difficult decisions: I would really love to get a new Brompton but I'm not sure I can afford it at the moment - certainly not in the specification I'd like (S-type, full Ti, singlespeed, pink). The Dahon Mu Solo is looking like a temptingly affordable alternative.
What? You can't blag one as a 'long term test'? :o
I don't know, call yourself a features editor . . . ;D
**licking device firmly wedged in the mandible**
Post by: citoyen on 19 December, 2014, 12:04:22 pm
What? You can't blag one as a 'long term test'? :o
That would be an easy line to use on some companies but I doubt it would get me very far with Brompton. Besides, I have my journalistic integrity (ahem) to consider.
It's one of the cruel ironies of my job (and I dare say yours too) that while I have access to lots of cool bike stuff to play with, it's generally whatever the PRs are promoting - when it comes to the stuff I really want/need [such as new Brompton mudguards], I still have to pay for it like Ordinary People! I could probably get trade rates on a lot of stuff, but I doubt I'd get much of a discount on a new Brompton - I understand their margins are already pretty tight.
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I don't know, call yourself a features editor . . . ;D
Production editor, actually. ;)
Post by: Kim on 19 December, 2014, 12:13:56 pm
New rear mudguard for the Brompton. Old one basically snapped in half, presumably from too much bashing against the ground when folding the rear wheel under. Quite excited to see that Brompton mudguards are now available in stealth black as well as trad silver. Almost tempted to replace the front as well, just so I can have matching black mudguards front and rear.
There's a lot to be said for the rear rack on this basis (and also making the bike stable when you do the first-stage fold), even if you hardly ever use it for luggage. Of course, the front mudguard is still at risk of being crunched by the fold if you're not careful, but it seems to have enough give not to be damaged by that. I'm surprised the mudguards on L models survive as long as they do.
Annoyingly, the stealth black mudguards weren't an option for new bikes when I ordered mine (think they might be on the 2015 models?), just available as spares. I'm warming to the silver ones, though I still think that silver mudguards look crap as soon as they get dirty.
Post by: citoyen on 19 December, 2014, 12:31:17 pm
Annoyingly, the stealth black mudguards weren't an option for new bikes when I ordered mine (think they might be on the 2015 models?)
No, I don't think they are. I was just playing with the bike builder app on the Brompton website and black mudguards don't appear to be an option, which is disappointing. Maybe you could request them specially though.
Tbh, I can live with having to buy a new rear mudguard every couple of years if it means saving the weight of the rear rack, which I wouldn't use anyway (much prefer the front luggage block option).
Post by: Kim on 19 December, 2014, 12:55:12 pm
(As with so many things in life, it depends on what you want the bike for, especially wrt how much carrying it around you'll be doing.)
Post by: citoyen on 19 December, 2014, 02:23:13 pm
Commuting winter boots for me NW Artics
I've got my eye on a pair of those so will be interested to hear what you think of them. How is the fit and sizing? I would tend to assume that being Italian, they're small and narrow.
Post by: jsabine on 20 December, 2014, 01:30:37 am
Commuting winter boots for me NW Artics
I've got my eye on a pair of those so will be interested to hear what you think of them. How is the fit and sizing? I would tend to assume that being Italian, they're small and narrow.
I've got a pair of either Fahrenheit or Celsius (the SPD one anyway) and really like them, albeit they're not the Arctic variant. Fit and size is, for me, normal - 43 in them, 43 in Shimano, 43 in Pearl Izumi, 44 in Sidi ...
Post by: zigzag on 20 December, 2014, 12:36:05 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 20 December, 2014, 09:34:12 pm
Commuting winter boots for me NW Artics
I've got my eye on a pair of those so will be interested to hear what you think of them. How is the fit and sizing? I would tend to assume that being Italian, they're small and narrow.
I've got a pair of either Fahrenheit or Celsius (the SPD one anyway) and really like them, albeit they're not the Arctic variant. Fit and size is, for me, normal - 43 in them, 43 in Shimano, 43 in Pearl Izumi, 44 in Sidi ...
I've got some Celsius and find the fit pretty generous - I'm a size 8 in normal shoes and have a 42 in these, and I can get 2 pairs of wool socks on with room to spare.
In contrast, I recently bought some Northwave shoes and found the 42 too tight. I assume the boots are sized to allow winter socks!
Post by: citoyen on 21 December, 2014, 11:10:39 am
Post by: zigzag on 21 December, 2014, 12:24:47 pm
I love those lights. I still have three of them in my box of bike bits in the garage. Only thing I don't love about them is the fact that it's too easy to lose the little rubber switch cover. Hence why I don't use them any more (only keeping them in case I can ever source spares).
thanks for the tip, i'll put a drop of glue on both sides of the rubber switch cover. i like the old-skool red glow, most modern bike lights shine orange-red. i also had to hide the rubber seal which looked totally wrong in gray (why not red or black like the adjacent colours?..). it's impossible to remove batteries with just bare hands, so they better last!
Post by: Bledlow on 26 December, 2014, 07:03:06 pm
Apart from the cassette, which it didn't stock (only higher gears), Ribble had the best offers across the board.
Post by: Bledlow on 27 December, 2014, 02:28:29 pm
Now I have to wait for a while. Her gears are working well enough for her to be willing to risk a brisk ride tomorrow.
Post by: David Martin on 27 December, 2014, 11:09:46 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 27 December, 2014, 11:32:52 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 28 December, 2014, 06:31:58 pm
(http://www.giant-bicycles.com/_generated/_generated_uk/bikes/models/images/800/2015/2015_Liv_Tempt_3.jpg) (http://www.giant-bicycles.com/en-gb/bikes/model/tempt.3/19256/77404/)
I have no need or desire for an MTB. And it has weird sized tyres. But it's so pretty! :facepalm:
Post by: Quint on 28 December, 2014, 06:43:37 pm
I have no need or desire for an MTB. And it has weird sized tyres. But it's so pretty!
Very good reason to buy one I'd say
;D
Post by: bumper on 28 December, 2014, 06:56:12 pm
My old camelbak and bladder is on its last legs :(
Post by: Quint on 28 December, 2014, 07:03:43 pm
Post by: Mr Larrington on 28 December, 2014, 11:39:56 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 28 December, 2014, 11:52:31 pm
What in the name of Young's Modulus is that kink in the top tube for ???So you don't get your skirt caught
Post by: Kim on 28 December, 2014, 11:57:30 pm
Post by: bumper on 29 December, 2014, 09:02:50 am
Re bladder - can't they operate :facepalm:
There's a coat and a door waiting for you
Post by: mcshroom on 29 December, 2014, 07:49:19 pm
Post by: Bledlow on 29 December, 2014, 08:43:50 pm
Re bladder - can't they operate :facepalm:There are some very good drugs nowadays. ;D
Post by: fuzzy on 30 December, 2014, 12:40:48 pm
Post by: bumper on 30 December, 2014, 12:44:47 pm
Re bladder - can't they operate :facepalm:There are some very good drugs nowadays. ;D
I've just found your coat too :P
The new camelbak bladders are great though, quarter turn, quick release hose :thumbsup:
Post by: CrinklyLion on 05 January, 2015, 01:07:14 pm
One age 7-9 black, as the EldestCub's old one (10-12) was somewhat roomy on the SmallestCub when we tried it, and one ludicrously bright yellow S as there were no XSs in any colour and that was the EldestCub's preference of the available colours in S, what with his first choice of black (goes with everything, doesn't show the dirt and involves minimal change since the old one was black too) not being an option. I did offer to get the Evo instead to facilitate the ninja-with-reflectives look but he reckoned it wasn't worth the extra for the sake of getting a particular colour. Both offer some room to grow, but the boys are happy with 'em.
With the special offer and discount code that came to £72.48 delivered, which isn't that much more than I paid for the Eldest's original one nearly 5 years ago!
Post by: Kim on 05 January, 2015, 01:18:06 pm
Mine arrived a few days ago (reflective gurl-ninja edition, natch). I got a hood for it at the same time, not so much for cycling, as for those situations when I'm touring and need to walk from A to B (or tent to toilet block) in the pissing rain and it's my waterproof coat. Surprisingly, they seem to have designed a hood that might actually work for cycling in (at least, if worn under a helmet), with a peak, and cunning elasticated peripheral-vision-enhancing sides.
The ludicrously bright yellow will sort itself out with prolonged exposure to UV light and chain lube. :D
Post by: CrinklyLion on 05 January, 2015, 01:21:22 pm
Post by: vorsprung on 05 January, 2015, 01:40:47 pm
Post by: T42 on 05 January, 2015, 03:35:47 pm
Today the visor duly arrived, but this one had a complete second helmet attached. Whee dawgee etc. Except that I phoned them again and they agreed that they'd like the first one back.
Post by: nikki on 05 January, 2015, 04:37:18 pm
One age 7-9 black, as the EldestCub's old one (10-12) was somewhat roomy on the SmallestCub when we tried it, and one ludicrously bright yellow S as there were no XSs in any colour and that was the EldestCub's preference of the available colours in S, what with his first choice of black (goes with everything, doesn't show the dirt and involves minimal change since the old one was black too) not being an option. I did offer to get the Evo instead to facilitate the ninja-with-reflectives look but he reckoned it wasn't worth the extra for the sake of getting a particular colour. Both offer some room to grow, but the boys are happy with 'em.
Having, erm, outgrown my previous jacket and recently been feeling too camouflaged in the
Can you please inform the cubs that I will be expecting the glow-in-the-dark jammies dancing to now be supplemented by integrated i-Lume rear LED wiggling.
Post by: citoyen on 05 January, 2015, 04:57:21 pm
I contemplated getting one at that price - but then remembered that unless I get one designed for 6annahalffoot-tall blokes wot are built like barrels it won't go round me, and that would mean it would go down past my knees and my hands would be roughly where my elbows should be in the sleeves and decided I couldn't be arsed and would continue to just get wet.
Based on my experience of Altura sizing, the "small" should fit perfectly. ;)
Post by: De Sisti on 05 January, 2015, 05:23:57 pm
(http://images.evanscycles.com/product_image/image/1fd/e5e/8d8/69203/product_page/specialized-bg-rime-2012-mtb-shoe.jpg)
Post by: Kim on 05 January, 2015, 05:24:44 pm
I contemplated getting one at that price - but then remembered that unless I get one designed for 6annahalffoot-tall blokes wot are built like barrels it won't go round me, and that would mean it would go down past my knees and my hands would be roughly where my elbows should be in the sleeves and decided I couldn't be arsed and would continue to just get wet.
TBH, unless you're standing around in a downpour, I don't think you're missing much. They're far too hot to cycle in in all but properly freezing conditions, unless you're already soaked (which you will be with sweat if the rain doesn't manage it first). Mainly useful for short journeys in shit weather, or for keeping warm on descents or slow rides.
Like a good pump, it's the sort of thing you want to have, but not use.
Post by: nikki on 05 January, 2015, 05:33:18 pm
I contemplated getting one at that price - but then remembered that unless I get one designed for 6annahalffoot-tall blokes wot are built like barrels it won't go round me, and that would mean it would go down past my knees and my hands would be roughly where my elbows should be in the sleeves and decided I couldn't be arsed and would continue to just get wet.
Based on my experience of Altura sizing, the "small" should fit perfectly. ;)
Yeah! I've only just moved up to a 14 from a 12 (TWELVE!), which I'm very much not IRL. Might be worth a sizing test-drive inna shop if you haven't done so already, just in case...
Post by: Dibdib on 05 January, 2015, 06:12:42 pm
Oh, and some Haribo :D
Post by: CrinklyLion on 05 January, 2015, 06:27:33 pm
Yeah! I've only just moved up to a 14 from a 12 (TWELVE!), which I'm very much not IRL. Might be worth a sizing test-drive inna shop if you haven't done so already, just in case...
They appear to go up to an 18 in ladies. Trust me, I am rather more than two sizes bigger that you! Said 'S' is apparently 3-4" smaller in the chest and the same sleeve length as a ladies 18. The sleeves are too long on me, although not unbelievably so, and it is a LOT more than 3" too small for, ahem, shall we say... one's 'embonpoint'.
I resigned myself a while back to the fact that decent cycling gear, like quality swimming costumes, are manufactured based on the assumption that Really Fat People just don't.
Post by: Kim on 05 January, 2015, 07:16:21 pm
Post by: Canardly on 05 January, 2015, 08:23:26 pm
Post by: rachel t on 05 January, 2015, 10:46:39 pm
Yeah! I've only just moved up to a 14 from a 12 (TWELVE!), which I'm very much not IRL. Might be worth a sizing test-drive inna shop if you haven't done so already, just in case...
They appear to go up to an 18 in ladies. Trust me, I am rather more than two sizes bigger that you! Said 'S' is apparently 3-4" smaller in the chest and the same sleeve length as a ladies 18. The sleeves are too long on me, although not unbelievably so, and it is a LOT more than 3" too small for, ahem, shall we say... one's 'embonpoint'.
I resigned myself a while back to the fact that decent cycling gear, like quality swimming costumes, are manufactured based on the assumption that Really Fat People just don't.
Not directed at you Crinkly personally in any way, I notice recently that that fat lad at the back has started to do a range of ladies cycling kit going upto a more realistic size range, not that cheap but not too bad. http://fatladattheback.com/product-category/lasses/
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 06 January, 2015, 04:59:24 pm
My commuter was looking a little sorry recently so I have started the process of upgrading/renewing. The bike is a Giant Escape 3 so pretty much the base model which I bought when my previous bike was stolen from the station (only locked with a cable lock...shame on me). I have chewed through a couple of back wheels as I kept replacing them with the same cheap Threaded Freewheel hub as it came with and my weight just killed them.
My intention is to make the bike into something that will comfortably be able to be used for camping trips in the summer (and possibly even the winter)
here is what has been done so far,
- Mavic A719 Wheel set with Shimano Deore XT Hubs (Dynamo on the Front)
- Shimano HG 7 Speed Cassette
- B&M Cyo IQ Senso Plus
- B&M Secula - seat stay mounted rear light
- New Chain
Waiting for me to pick up at Parcel Force
- Xtreme Grand Tour VI Carrier
- B&M Toplight View Brake +
- Ortlieb Back Roller Classic
I've run out of budget for now but I fully intend to replace the rest of the drive train with an XT set up during the course of this year to make it a little more reliable, I have had some issues with the shifters in the past so keen to have something a little less plastic.
The few miles I have ridden on the new wheels it all feels good and the Dynamo Light set up is really good, it will be nice not to have to worry about battery levels in the morning and evening any longer.
Post by: Bledlow on 07 January, 2015, 01:06:30 pm
I can now finish the modernisation of Mrs B's old Orbit. It's going from 7 speed to 9 speed. The old shift levers have worn out (Modolo: I won't recommend them, because although easy to reach for small hands, they're not durable), & replacement drop-bar Shimano 7-speed shifters are like hens teeth. Meant the replacement of derailleurs & rear wheel (all new stuff), but it was probably time.
Started out with some new-old Sora shifters, but they're the ones with thumb buttons, & Mrs B couldn't reach 'em from the drops. They'll appear on the 'For Sale' pages soon. Perfectly good as long as you don't have small hands, unused.
Post by: David Martin on 08 January, 2015, 12:34:09 am
Took a while to recover her old details from 200x but the babbage engines in Manchester finally succumbed to the appropriate amount of torture.
Post by: mcshroom on 08 January, 2015, 10:54:17 am
Now to start booking trains for March and April's tours :D
Post by: Kim on 08 January, 2015, 12:25:47 pm
Post by: Karla on 09 January, 2015, 09:18:43 am
Post by: Dibdib on 09 January, 2015, 04:48:33 pm
Post by: MAC on 09 January, 2015, 05:24:10 pm
;D
Post by: IanDG on 09 January, 2015, 05:27:14 pm
Post by: MAC on 09 January, 2015, 05:29:10 pm
A pair of Schwalbe Marathon studded winter tyres for the commute bike.Nice. I like mine. Bit noisy on tarmac but very good on snow/ice. Just be careful on dry concrete though. I speak from experience... :facepalm:
Post by: PaulF on 09 January, 2015, 05:48:16 pm
Post by: Polar Bear on 09 January, 2015, 05:51:54 pm
Nabbed a bit of a bargain in Hargroves this afternoon - a pair of Specialized Adaptalite sunnies, reduced from £80 to £25.
I have an old pair of Spesh Adaptalites. They are superb if not a little fugly.
Post by: Dibdib on 09 January, 2015, 06:06:04 pm
Nabbed a bit of a bargain in Hargroves this afternoon - a pair of Specialized Adaptalite sunnies, reduced from £80 to £25.
I have an old pair of Spesh Adaptalites. They are superb if not a little fugly.
S'alright, so am I ;) These are the El Toro (http://images.evanscycles.com/product_image/image/366/441/8b6/29790/product_page/specialized-el-toro-nxt-glasses.jpg) frames which are pretty chunky, but I don't think they look too bad.
Post by: rafletcher on 09 January, 2015, 06:18:48 pm
Post by: jsabine on 09 January, 2015, 06:20:16 pm
Nabbed a bit of a bargain in Hargroves this afternoon - a pair of Specialized Adaptalite sunnies, reduced from £80 to £25.
I have an old pair of Spesh Adaptalites. They are superb if not a little fugly.
S'alright, so am I ;) These are the El Toro (http://images.evanscycles.com/product_image/image/366/441/8b6/29790/product_page/specialized-el-toro-nxt-glasses.jpg) frames which are pretty chunky, but I don't think they look too bad.
Modest, too. That's what we like so much.
Post by: T42 on 10 January, 2015, 02:37:36 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 10 January, 2015, 04:22:08 pm
I've looked at an Ixon IQ Speed Premium, Toplight View Plus and a Luxus U (all B&M products).
My only doubt is what will happen to Greece (and hence the Euro) in the next few months.
By then, I'll have less need for more lights ......................
Post by: De Sisti on 10 January, 2015, 08:51:41 pm
Specialized BG Rime: £59.99
(http://images.evanscycles.com/product_image/image/1fd/e5e/8d8/69203/product_page/specialized-bg-rime-2012-mtb-shoe.jpg)
Sent them back as they sent the wrong colour. The matt black is discontinued so they sent the white version (insert).
Plus toe-box was quite narrow.
Went for these instead: Louis Garneau Monte MTB Shoe £89.99
(http://images.evanscycles.com/product_image/image/b57/a0e/c9c/70187/product_page/louis-garneau-monte-mtb-shoe.jpg)
Post by: citoyen on 11 January, 2015, 08:58:24 pm
Mio Heart Rate Monitor. Far more comfortable than a chest strap and seems to do the job
The Velo? I've been playing with one of them recently. Nice. I was hoping I could use its ANT+ bridging cleverness to send runs from my FR 405CX to the Garmin Connect app on my iPhone (and not have to wait until I got home to upload them), but while it's happy to send HR data to the FR, it won't receive run data from it. Otherwise the ANT+ functionality is irrelevant to me since I have an Edge 510 and don't use my phone for ride logging. Still a nifty device and yes, definitely more comfortable than a chest strap. Not sure I like it enough to want to buy one at the price though.
Post by: T42 on 12 January, 2015, 10:58:39 am
Post by: Kim on 12 January, 2015, 12:40:47 pm
I've decided that while the stock saddle isn't actually too narrow (though only when fitted to an S-type), and seems comfortable enough for an hour or so, cumulative use is still having Unwanted Consequences such that anything of a decent width with a cutout is likely to be an improvement.
[1] Brooks may be evil, but at least you can come back and buy the same model for your n+1 5 years later.
Post by: fuzzy on 12 January, 2015, 12:42:10 pm
Post by: epa611 on 12 January, 2015, 06:10:28 pm
Gradually turning it into a German type nice hack bike - old Edinburgh Bicycle Revolution Nexus 8, hub dynamo with front & rear dynamo LED's (B&M Cyo Premium and Toplight BrakeTec (http://www.bumm.de/produkte/dynamo-ruecklicht/toplight-view.html)), kick stand, raised handlebars, Brooks B17, and now rack bag :thumbsup:
ONly thing to make it complete would be disc brakes, but that's s step too far for this bike
Post by: Mr Larrington on 12 January, 2015, 07:09:09 pm
Brooks may be evil, but at least you can come back and buy the same model for your n+1 5 years later.
Up to a point, Lord Copper. I have three B-17s in the Fleet. One was comfortable from day one while another took about 500 km before it grew accustomed to my arse, or vice-versa. I do not think I will ever reach an agreement with the third.
This is because Brooks saddles are not only alive but actually sentient.
Post by: T42 on 13 January, 2015, 04:48:50 pm
Postie brought a pair of Vaude shoe covers I'd ordered last week. Size EU 44-46 for 42/43 shoes; they fit tightly enough and are OK to put on. Good design, with a rubbery cuff that fasten with Velcro round the ankle to keep water out and Velcro tabs under the instep. Reinforced toes, too. I had been thinking of giving the toes a does of Shoe Glue but I'm not sure they'll need it.
Further to the above: strike "good design". What kind of blithering twat puts soft, clingy, rubbery material right where it'll rub on the cranks? Vaude, that's who. Tried the things out today: I reckon three more rides should see holes in them.
Post by: Bledlow on 13 January, 2015, 06:08:39 pm
Up to a point, Lord Copper. I have three B-17s in the Fleet.Flying Fortresses!
Post by: Torslanda on 13 January, 2015, 09:29:16 pm
Up to a point, Lord Copper. I have three B-17s in the Fleet.Flying Fortresses!
'Sentimental Journey', 'Sally B' & 'Memphis Belle' . . .
Post by: Vince on 14 January, 2015, 08:46:15 am
Up to a point, Lord Copper. I have three B-17s in the Fleet.Flying Fortresses!
'Sentimental Journey', 'Sally B' & 'Memphis Belle' . . .
I can't fault 'Sentimental Journey' for the name of a saddle.
Post by: Otto on 14 January, 2015, 11:26:41 am
Post by: citoyen on 15 January, 2015, 11:05:11 am
(*I recently came by a pair of Fizik R5B road shoes, which are very nice but I really needed some new SPD shoes for the commute.)
Post by: sg37409 on 22 January, 2015, 01:01:15 pm
replace my ailing Exposure Joystick (switch failing and very intermittent as to when it will switch on).
fnarr fnarrr
Only popped in to log buying some new koolstop brake blocks.
Post by: T42 on 22 January, 2015, 01:13:24 pm
Noticed afterwards that the chain was a KMC. Never had one before, dunno if they're any good.
Post by: TimC on 23 January, 2015, 09:48:03 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 25 January, 2015, 06:33:52 pm
Post by: rafletcher on 25 January, 2015, 07:26:59 pm
Post by: T42 on 26 January, 2015, 08:19:20 am
Post by: Jakob W on 26 January, 2015, 10:17:36 pm
Post by: Ashaman42 on 26 January, 2015, 10:26:08 pm
The current rear is definitely worn compared to the front one but not bad considering it's done ~8500 miles. Bontrager H5s seem to not be a bad tyre. A few cuts and a few punctures here and there but not bad at all.
I'll see how the Marathons ride in comparison, fwiw I've gone for 28mm over my current 32mm. I know they're hefty and not hugely supple but as this is a commuting, as well as everything else, bike puncture resistance is high on the list of wants.
Post by: Andrew Br on 29 January, 2015, 08:58:30 pm
To replace worn-out/broken stuff, a pair of Gore Windstopper leg warmers, an Ebay bike light and a pair of Velocity Aleron rims.
I broke the zip on the 7 year old leg warmers, it's my 2nd light of this type* and I think they're great and the rims are to go on my blingy Hope hubs after the original rims failed through a car/bike interface (front) and a rubbish build (rear).
Following on from the rim purchase there will be spokes. I'm tempted by CX Rays again ::-).
I also bought a Gore WS kidney warmer based on recommendations from YACF. I think it'll be great except that it's too small and I'm having to swap it for a larger size. Same thing with the leg-warmers; old pair are "M", as are replacement pair. I can't get the new ones half-way up my thighs. There's nothing like consistency in sizing and, guess what ? These are nothing like consistent. Thankfully the grips and material are much improved.
In non-bike related purchasing, I've just bought three of these:-
(http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/NDUwWDQ1MA==/z/8cAAAOSwQItT9bUR/$_12.JPG?set_id=8800005007)
They're to replace the rotting Lucas 20-20 lamps on my car. I'm hoping that the plastic shells will stand up better to road salt.
*
((http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/ODAwWDgwMA==/z/0aEAAOSwzOxUYFnq/$_12.JPG?set_id=880000500F)
Post by: zigzag on 31 January, 2015, 08:54:07 pm
Post by: Quint on 31 January, 2015, 09:09:17 pm
Post by: Quint on 31 January, 2015, 09:13:57 pm
New K7 & chain as a package from CRC, plus a 75ml bottle of TF2 to bring it up over the free postage limit.
Noticed afterwards that the chain was a KMC. Never had one before, dunno if they're any good.
I think they are brilliant, give them a bit of love and they have outlasted any other make of chain I have had (9 speed)
Post by: Wobbly John on 31 January, 2015, 09:23:45 pm
Post by: Jurek on 05 February, 2015, 01:27:01 pm
From Tredz - seeing as you asked. Order placed yesterday @12:20pm - Delivered today @ 10:45 :thumbsup:
Later on, I shall fettle it onto one of the Sheffield stands outside the Waitrose I pass on my way home. Where it'll live in eternity. And it'll no longer enjoy being commuted for 28 miles every time I want to shop on my way home.
Post by: Otto on 05 February, 2015, 02:31:54 pm
Post by: Feline on 05 February, 2015, 10:25:22 pm
Post by: Otto on 06 February, 2015, 03:10:04 pm
Post by: tiermat on 06 February, 2015, 07:13:25 pm
An Olmo and a kid's Raleigh.
Picking them up tomorrow morning.
Post by: David Martin on 06 February, 2015, 09:16:48 pm
Replacement Veloce front shifter.
Might look at an upgrade from Veloce next time to where the parts are replaceable.
..d
Post by: matthew on 07 February, 2015, 09:18:15 pm
Nothing to do with coating the whole lot in mud last saturday when nothing happened on a by-way, oh no.
Post by: Andrew Br on 09 February, 2015, 07:51:10 pm
First impressions are that the response is very quick but the actual stopping power is lower than the BB7s.
I hope this is because the pads need bedding in.
Post by: Deano on 09 February, 2015, 08:34:10 pm
Post by: Karla on 10 February, 2015, 08:20:41 pm
No, I'm not utilising the Switzerland's low VAT rate to stock up on kit from German internet bike shops. Not at all.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 11 February, 2015, 07:47:16 am
Post by: tiermat on 13 February, 2015, 09:23:15 am
This is so I can rewire the 3 batteries and 2 lights that use interference fit connectors so that they don't switch themselves off at the most inopportune moment (like when hitting 15mph through a pitch black dark stand of trees!)
Post by: T42 on 13 February, 2015, 11:02:45 am
Not buying anything today, but reviewing old anoraks etc in wardrobe with a view to pinching an elastic drawstring & toggle to go on top of my Koala
Post by: citoyen on 13 February, 2015, 11:39:15 am
Went for the Ultegra 10spd chain, which was only 34p more expensive on Wiggle than the 105 10spd chain was on ChainReaction.
Luckily I already have a replacement cassette what I got ages ago from PBK when they were doing a two-for-one offer.
Looking forward to the return of smooth shifting. Although this might also require some front mech fettling.
Post by: zigzag on 13 February, 2015, 02:02:20 pm
Post by: Pedaldog. on 13 February, 2015, 11:49:47 pm
Post by: BrianI on 16 February, 2015, 06:09:27 pm
A pair of Vittoria Randonneur 26x1.5 tyres to replace the 26x1.75 Schwalbe Land Cruiser tyres on my BTwin Rockrider 5.2 (with On-one rigid fork) MTB / soon to be commuter
A pair of Btwin 720 winter gloves in size 2XL :o - fed up of the inner liner on my Aldi winter gloves pulling out when I take them off! Hopefully these Btwin ones will be better
A set of Shimano M520 pedals to replace the worn ones which I fitted to my new audax bike. :smug:
And a cute wee 2.5L handlebar bag, should be ideal for holding audax munchies! :D
Post by: mcshroom on 20 February, 2015, 07:53:36 pm
Also a Berghaus Ignite primaloft jacket which is sort of for cycling as it's for packing in a pannier and wearing on the campsite in the evening.
Post by: Oakhambike on 20 February, 2015, 08:01:02 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 21 February, 2015, 07:22:54 am
Post by: Polar Bear on 23 February, 2015, 02:12:36 pm
I'm not for compunction but given what my old one did for me yesterday I don't see me ever riding without one again.
I bought a Giro Phase from Cycle Surgery for £48.99. Similar spec to the ageing Giro Havoc that was sacrificed between my noggin and the tarmac and quite a decent deal at that price imo.
Post by: mcshroom on 23 February, 2015, 02:17:43 pm
Post by: Kim on 23 February, 2015, 02:18:45 pm
A new helmet.
I'm not for compunction but given what my old one did for me yesterday I don't see me ever riding without one again.
I bought a Giro Phase from Cycle Surgery for £48.99. Similar spec to the ageing Giro Havoc that was sacrificed between my noggin and the tarmac and quite a decent deal at that price imo.
Are you going to commission nikki to fit it with lamp post detecting sonar? ;D
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 23 February, 2015, 09:08:46 pm
Post by: Feline on 23 February, 2015, 10:40:27 pm
Also new Durano 25mm tyre (my rear tyre on the Sabbath had mysterious faerie visitations last thursday and is now old so bye bye).
A DHB base layer (I struggle to cope with merino against my skin and these polyester ones are v good for the money).
My birthday prize from Simon back from Rapha after a size swap- womens brevet jersey and gilet. I am definitely in Medium territory in the womans Rapha sizing at the moment!
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 25 February, 2015, 02:24:12 pm
Post by: Canardly on 25 February, 2015, 04:24:19 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 25 February, 2015, 04:28:04 pm
Wow!
Not sure that's really his style :P
A Trek Emonda. I'm currently having some cake to celebrate n+1.TPIUWP - just sayin ;D
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 25 February, 2015, 04:41:32 pm
Post by: Aunt Maud on 25 February, 2015, 04:46:52 pm
(http://i1291.photobucket.com/albums/b557/Bugloss/Unknown_zpsckyhxuh8.jpeg)
Post by: Littlesox on 25 February, 2015, 06:13:09 pm
Waiting for the item to close tonight, then I'll let you know.
Cheeky bid - might not work out, but you can just be lucky sometimes.
I expect I'll get Sniped.
Keep you posted.
Post by: fuzzy on 26 February, 2015, 01:48:42 pm
Just unpacked and assembled. Awaiting a spare moment or several to test ride 8)
ETA. Wow! Test ride complete- apart from maybe needing to lengthen the crank boom for my legs, that was a hoot :D
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 26 February, 2015, 05:50:33 pm
Post by: Polar Bear on 26 February, 2015, 05:58:38 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 26 February, 2015, 07:42:44 pm
Post by: Deano on 26 February, 2015, 11:18:19 pm
There will be pics. But it's not purple!
*Drums fingers impatiently*
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 28 February, 2015, 11:58:21 am
Post by: Jakob W on 28 February, 2015, 04:45:31 pm
Post by: Ian123 on 28 February, 2015, 05:09:12 pm
Post by: rafletcher on 01 March, 2015, 03:58:55 pm
Post by: Missfliss on 01 March, 2015, 04:03:24 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 01 March, 2015, 04:06:36 pm
Post by: Kim on 01 March, 2015, 04:13:15 pm
Some carbon/titanium QR skewers. :facepalm:
I hope those are going to be used ironically on a heavy steel bike :)
Post by: Mr Larrington on 01 March, 2015, 04:16:32 pm
Post by: andrewc on 02 March, 2015, 07:51:44 pm
Post by: Canardly on 02 March, 2015, 10:53:20 pm
Post by: sg37409 on 07 March, 2015, 06:27:04 pm
Opted for 3-speed with 12% reduction on it. 6 weeks lead time !
Post by: Canardly on 07 March, 2015, 08:13:44 pm
Post by: Kim on 08 March, 2015, 02:53:46 pm
Post by: Bledlow on 08 March, 2015, 05:56:42 pm
Post by: Aidan on 08 March, 2015, 05:58:44 pm
Post by: Ruthie on 08 March, 2015, 09:15:05 pm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sbLiMRBUs_4
Post by: fuzzy on 09 March, 2015, 08:43:49 am
A brompton ! Well, ordered it. Blue frame and extremities. Mudguards and kojak tyres. Shimano dynohub lighting. A wee mini bag for the front.
Opted for 3-speed with 12% reduction on it. 6 weeks lead time !
Don't be surprised if it shows up much earlier though. We get quoted 6 weeks on average but 3- 4 weeks isn't uncommon.
Post by: Ruthie on 09 March, 2015, 02:05:26 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 09 March, 2015, 06:33:13 pm
Post by: Canardly on 09 March, 2015, 06:37:11 pm
Post by: andrewc on 09 March, 2015, 06:39:23 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 09 March, 2015, 07:44:43 pm
Post by: Pedaldog. on 09 March, 2015, 10:58:16 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 10 March, 2015, 03:27:50 pm
A teeny pump, because I'm not sticking the Road Morph on the shiny carbon. :hand:
Never mind that, when are we going to see pictures ?
Post by: Juan Martín on 10 March, 2015, 06:30:56 pm
Post by: rafletcher on 11 March, 2015, 02:56:34 pm
Post by: David Martin on 11 March, 2015, 11:41:11 pm
Post by: Karla on 11 March, 2015, 11:49:08 pm
A teeny pump, because I'm not sticking the Road Morph on the shiny carbon. :hand:
Go even teenier, get gas!
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 12 March, 2015, 07:12:18 am
A teeny pump, because I'm not sticking the Road Morph on the shiny carbon. :hand:
Go even teenier, get gas!
Got that too - feels wrong to not have a pump as backup, though!
Post by: Otto on 12 March, 2015, 07:56:56 am
Post by: T42 on 12 March, 2015, 11:03:36 am
Post by: rafletcher on 12 March, 2015, 01:06:40 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 12 March, 2015, 06:29:27 pm
Post by: sg37409 on 12 March, 2015, 08:47:21 pm
A brompton ! Well, ordered it. Blue frame and extremities. Mudguards and kojak tyres. Shimano dynohub lighting. A wee mini bag for the front.
Opted for 3-speed with 12% reduction on it. 6 weeks lead time !
Don't be surprised if it shows up much earlier though. We get quoted 6 weeks on average but 3- 4 weeks isn't uncommon.
Hope so. Wish you could track your build.
Post by: Feline on 12 March, 2015, 08:54:16 pm
So this week I went on yet another search, and discovered that the nearest pair of women's high end carbon soled MTB shoes in my size and the colour I want to buy is in Germany. I now really really hope bike24 can deliver :D
Post by: Ian H on 12 March, 2015, 09:25:39 pm
Also a Showers Pass winter hat. Traditional style with ear flap. More stuff to order when the new fixed frame arrives (did I mention the new fixed frame?).
Post by: TimC on 16 March, 2015, 07:41:35 am
Post by: Biggsy on 16 March, 2015, 02:02:28 pm
Also a pair of GripGrab EasyRider mitts from Wiggle. Pretty good, with gel inserts, but they're a bit small for the size. You might want XL if you normally take L gloves, unless you want them very close fitting and short in the fingers, like I think I will. They should be comfortable after some stretching.
Post by: Kim on 16 March, 2015, 08:21:06 pm
Post by: Feline on 17 March, 2015, 01:00:06 pm
Post by: Jurek on 17 March, 2015, 01:07:36 pm
Yay, my Sidi Dragon's have arrived today and are actually the right size! I'm sat on the sofa wearing them trying to decide if I need to alter the instep adjustment thingy or not. They feel comfy already and are incredibly light. Might have to stick some cleats on them take them on a test ride later ;DGood shoes :thumbsup:
I liked mine so much I ended up getting a second pair (for those not-enough-time-to-dry-out-overnight moments)
The closest place I could fid mine at a reasonable price was somewhere in Spain ???
Post by: Feline on 17 March, 2015, 01:17:56 pm
Yay, my Sidi Dragon's have arrived today and are actually the right size! I'm sat on the sofa wearing them trying to decide if I need to alter the instep adjustment thingy or not. They feel comfy already and are incredibly light. Might have to stick some cleats on them take them on a test ride later ;DGood shoes :thumbsup:
I liked mine so much I ended up getting a second pair (for those not-enough-time-to-dry-out-overnight moments)
The closest place I could fid mine at a reasonable price was somewhere in Spain ???
Mine came from Germany (Bike24). It wasn't so much the price but the fact no one anywhere had any womens ones in the right size and colour. I wanted some last year and couldn't get them for love nor money. They are black so won't go tatty looking too quickly :D
Post by: Moultonaught on 17 March, 2015, 02:47:45 pm
Post by: Biggsy on 18 March, 2015, 02:40:33 pm
A warning about the GripGrab mitts I mentioned: they incorporate magnets to keep them together, and to interfere with your Clipper Recta compass! They can be cut out without too much damage, fortunately - nice neodymium disc magnets!
Post by: davelodwig on 18 March, 2015, 02:47:53 pm
It looks to have a handy slot where I can slip a toe strap through though so all may not be lost anyway.
D.
Post by: Karla on 18 March, 2015, 11:52:27 pm
Post by: BrianI on 20 March, 2015, 01:43:34 pm
Post by: Canardly on 20 March, 2015, 06:47:19 pm
Post by: interzen on 20 March, 2015, 06:48:19 pm
My bank balance will recover. Eventually.
Post by: robgul on 20 March, 2015, 06:56:11 pm
I already have a Van Nic Yukon - hopefully my wife will never see both of them at the same time and I'll get away with it ;D
Rob
Post by: Karla on 24 March, 2015, 09:29:03 am
My bank balance might recover eventually, I live in hope.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 24 March, 2015, 05:37:04 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 25 March, 2015, 10:38:15 am
(http://www.winstanleysbikes.co.uk/images/prod_66870.jpg)
http://www.merida-bikes.com/en_int/bikes/road/race/2014/scultura-cf-904-318.html
I think this means it's time to lose the Raleigh Crit (with the filed out sprung front dropouts, framesaver nut and other bodges that's probably not a bad thing)
Post by: Canardly on 25 March, 2015, 03:22:21 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 25 March, 2015, 05:59:32 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 26 March, 2015, 09:57:03 pm
The vendor threw in, for free, 2 x gear cables, 2 x brake cables 1 x rear mech.
Post by: Jurek on 26 March, 2015, 09:59:30 pm
A packet of Haribo.I think you'll find that the Haribo are metric and will, therefore, be useless on your imperial Mercian (Green, in colour).
The vendor threw in, for free, 2 x gear cables, 2 x brake cables 1 x rear mech.
Best forward them to me.
Post by: Tim Hall on 26 March, 2015, 11:18:04 pm
A packet of Haribo.I think you'll find that the Haribo are metric and will, therefore, be useless on your imperial Mercian (Green, in colour).
The vendor threw in, for free, 2 x gear cables, 2 x brake cables 1 x rear mech.
Best forward them to me.
Thank you for your concern. Sadly, some greedy bastard* has scoffed the lot.
* me.
Post by: Mr Larrington on 26 March, 2015, 11:39:56 pm
A packet of Haribo.
What colour
Post by: rafletcher on 27 March, 2015, 11:15:43 am
Post by: T42 on 27 March, 2015, 04:02:59 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 28 March, 2015, 02:15:11 pm
The 1st pair were M (like my failed pair) but I couldn't get them up my far from massive thighs.
The 2nd pair were L and were very tight but also too short.
These are XL and they fit very nicely at the top of my legs but it's a little bit of a struggle to get them over my calves and my calves are quite skinny.
It's lucky that I no longer play football; my legs have shrunk considerably since I stopped.
Strange that Gore don't expect cyclists to have leg muscles ............
Praise to Bike 24 for having good prices and an excellent returns system :thumbsup:
After today's windy ride home from Helen's, I'm thinking about a pair of Windstopper arm warmers.
I just need to decide on the size ::-)
ETA: there's an excellent sewing place in Whitefield and they managed to fit a new zip to the old pair so they've been given a new lease of life.
Post by: tiermat on 30 March, 2015, 02:19:20 pm
anna load of socks.
Post by: Vince on 31 March, 2015, 11:14:57 pm
Post by: Quint on 01 April, 2015, 02:01:12 pm
Post by: rafletcher on 01 April, 2015, 02:36:51 pm
Oh, and some Superfeet insoles to try and see if I can resolve the numb toed issue that persists despite trying different pedals, shoes and cleats.
Post by: T42 on 01 April, 2015, 02:45:48 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 01 April, 2015, 06:38:07 pm
Post by: interzen on 01 April, 2015, 06:51:16 pm
Post by: Karla on 02 April, 2015, 12:12:56 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 02 April, 2015, 01:41:19 pm
Also, rather handily, Aldi were selling German cycle route books/maps so I got the two Rhein ones that my upcoming tour covers. I already have the Bikeline books but these books have more detailed maps (although less other info, not that I need that as I know what I'm doing) so I'll take the Mannheim to Köln one instead of both Bikeline books (I know the way home from Köln so don't need that one). The Bikeline books are from Konstanz to Mainz and Mainz to Rotterdam so I'd have needed to take both.
The Aldi books were 4 Euros. Bargain!
Post by: Kim on 02 April, 2015, 01:44:40 pm
Cheap as chips Aldi bike pump (5 Euros). Possibly useless (have not tried it) and undoubtedly tricky for an effectively one-armed lady but having bought a CO2 pump and cartridges a friend told me not to just rely on that but also have a backup pump. So I wanted something small and light as the backup pump which hopefully I won't need to use.
A sensible approach - the fairy is well aware of the n+1 rule (where n is the number of cartridges you have). Also, it's worth having a pump to put that first puff of air into a new tube so you can stuff it into the tyre without it getting snagged. That sort of fine control is tricky with CO2 (DAHIKT).
I assume this is what Brompton had in mind with their standard-issue Zefal, which seems competent enough as mini pumps go, but not the sort of thing you'd want to inflate a Brompton tyre with.
Post by: davelodwig on 02 April, 2015, 02:02:55 pm
Cheap as chips Aldi bike pump (5 Euros). Possibly useless (have not tried it) and undoubtedly tricky for an effectively one-armed lady but having bought a CO2 pump and cartridges a friend told me not to just rely on that but also have a backup pump. So I wanted something small and light as the backup pump which hopefully I won't need to use.
A sensible approach - the fairy is well aware of the n+1 rule (where n is the number of cartridges you have). Also, it's worth having a pump to put that first puff of air into a new tube so you can stuff it into the tyre without it getting snagged. That sort of fine control is tricky with CO2 (DAHIKT).
I assume this is what Brompton had in mind with their standard-issue Zefal, which seems competent enough as mini pumps go, but not the sort of thing you'd want to inflate a Brompton tyre with.
I've had a fair bit of success with the brompton pump though usually I use the track pump at home the first chance I get after fixing a puncture. I however have lost three of the buggers until I starting using a velcro cable tie to stop them escaping their mountings under way.
D.
Post by: Kim on 02 April, 2015, 02:08:06 pm
I however have lost three of the buggers until I starting using a velcro cable tie to stop them escaping their mountings under way.
Ah, that's a good idea. *goes to look for one*
I haven't yet had my pump work loose, but I had to drill a new mounting hole to offset the handle so it wouldn't foul the spokes, which to my mind makes it more inclined to sproing outwards if it does rattle loose.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 02 April, 2015, 05:52:47 pm
Post by: Biggsy on 02 April, 2015, 06:18:02 pm
Post by: Kim on 02 April, 2015, 06:20:21 pm
I've never worked out how to get the Brompton pump off the bike! ::-)
Compress it a bit. It's a standard frame-pump style mounting. There's a sliding rubber seal that makes it a bit stiff, presumably fulfilling the dual purpose of helping keep it from springing loose and keeping the worst of the grime that's magnetically attracted to Brompton rear ends out of the pumpy bits.
Post by: interzen on 05 April, 2015, 12:38:52 pm
Surly #3 will enter the building (soon-ish) and is orange(ish)1
It'll go nicely with the two other Surlys and the Salsa. Truly, I am QBP's bitch.
1 - http://surlybikes.com/bikes/karate_monkey_ops - frame-only, though. I'm building it up as a fixed-gear singletrack slayer now that the Salsa is 1x10. Plus I'll have something cool to ride at SSUK :P
Post by: rafletcher on 05 April, 2015, 09:32:26 pm
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 06 April, 2015, 10:37:29 am
Post by: T42 on 07 April, 2015, 03:52:07 pm
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It also picks up any electrical interference, including passing trains and my B&M IQ/Cyo, so that I'm still using a 2008 Fly. HRM loses contact every time I stand on the pedals. Etc etc.
Post by: Ham on 07 April, 2015, 04:06:39 pm
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-HV79CMdgk5Q/VR4xq1TraAI/AAAAAAAAtGM/gbWGRbn0h5Y/s400/upload_-1.jpg)
Post by: L CC on 07 April, 2015, 04:31:25 pm
Ding Dong Moo!WANT!
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-HV79CMdgk5Q/VR4xq1TraAI/AAAAAAAAtGM/gbWGRbn0h5Y/s400/upload_-1.jpg)
Post by: Chris S on 07 April, 2015, 04:37:07 pm
Ding Dong Moo!
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-HV79CMdgk5Q/VR4xq1TraAI/AAAAAAAAtGM/gbWGRbn0h5Y/s400/upload_-1.jpg)
Shouldn't you have one with a pig on, Ham?
Post by: Kim on 07 April, 2015, 08:01:27 pm
Post by: Ham on 07 April, 2015, 09:38:24 pm
It doesn't actually moo, does it? For that would be splendid.
Sadly, no. (and there was no Ham option)
The Amsterdamies have a rather fine selection of stuffs to choose from when it comes to cycle stuffs.
Post by: Dibdib on 08 April, 2015, 02:15:49 pm
Credit where it's due, @thehub (https://twitter.com/@thehubswindon) has only been open a few months but as a bike-shop-meets-cafe I can't fault them. He was probably tinkering with it for half an hour, and I hadn't even realised that someone had messed up the limit screws and it wouldn't drop to the bottom of the cassette until he told me he'd fixed it. Coffee isn't bad either.
Post by: rafletcher on 08 April, 2015, 02:21:56 pm
Post by: T42 on 08 April, 2015, 04:30:27 pm
Post by: Feline on 08 April, 2015, 04:51:53 pm
Post by: interzen on 08 April, 2015, 06:02:23 pm
All of these for the fixed-gear Karate Monkey that will, disties willing, be getting built at the weekend.
No partridge in a pear tree, though - they're on back-order.
Post by: cycleman on 09 April, 2015, 08:45:59 am
Post by: Vince on 09 April, 2015, 11:07:33 am
Post by: DrMekon on 09 April, 2015, 01:03:25 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 12 April, 2015, 09:31:18 pm
Post by: Bledlow on 13 April, 2015, 08:04:06 am
Post by: fuzzy on 13 April, 2015, 08:47:16 am
Post by: Karla on 14 April, 2015, 09:18:44 pm
SJS Cycles via ebay
A pair of cheapo Trans-X tribars for the commuter
Wiggle
A dhb LS jersey (taking advantage of seasonal reductions)
20 berry-flavoured High5 zero tablets
An FSA crank preload cap
Fatbirds
A bracket set for mounting a bottle to my tribars (on the TT bike, not the ones above)
LBS tomorrow
Another Garmin mount
Post by: itsbruce on 15 April, 2015, 11:07:02 am
Post by: Vince on 15 April, 2015, 11:10:28 am
So that's a 'No'.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 17 April, 2015, 11:12:17 pm
Post by: Canardly on 18 April, 2015, 01:01:38 pm
A Carradice Keswick. Lovely bit of kit.
Those look fantastic.
Post by: tiermat on 18 April, 2015, 03:33:48 pm
Passed a bike xshop, earlier, that had a GT Grade in the window, when I enquired about it I found out it was only the alloy version and they didn't have the Carbon Ultegra one.
Oh well.
Post by: mcshroom on 19 April, 2015, 10:24:58 pm
Post by: davelodwig on 20 April, 2015, 02:52:14 pm
Have tried the bike packing thing of strapping a dry bag to the handlebars and I prefer the solid reliability (and laptop handling ) of a set of panniers.
D.
Post by: Tim Hall on 20 April, 2015, 03:09:29 pm
I was in Norfolk, so got the above bits in Madgetts. Ooh, some lovely stuff in there. A pair of wooden sprint wheels. A Baines Flying Gate. A wonderfully lugged Baines tourer. <drool>
Post by: tiermat on 21 April, 2015, 09:29:45 am
A new coffee machine should be with me tomorrow, as the Dualit is limping along now, and I wanted a BtC one, so got a deal on a Delonghi ECAM22.360 thing.
Still working out which carbon fibre gravel bike frame I should get (will probably tranfer a lot of stuff off the Inbred to build it, but also looking at doing a 6800 1*11 build with R685 brakes/shifters.)
Post by: T42 on 21 April, 2015, 10:20:14 am
Post by: TimC on 21 April, 2015, 03:32:23 pm
Post by: L CC on 21 April, 2015, 06:30:15 pm
Having a lie down, having pressed buy now.Window (well, tab, anyway) shopping for a bike I don't need with money I Don 't have.Heading for a demo ride.
:thumbsup:
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8712/17176379736_b0c60c8470_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/saPrhd)20150419_134036 (https://flic.kr/p/saPrhd) by Pelotonhound (https://www.flickr.com/people/40735552@N05/), on Flickr
It's a bit fecking pink about the bars, no?
Post by: Chris S on 21 April, 2015, 06:43:11 pm
Y'know...
http://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/HBOOMI/on-one-midge-handlebar
(Runs and hides)
Post by: L CC on 21 April, 2015, 07:19:35 pm
Post by: T42 on 21 April, 2015, 09:25:09 pm
But this afternoon I went to see a man about getting a Domane 4.3.
Post by: Deano on 21 April, 2015, 09:26:19 pm
But what is it?
Post by: Otto on 22 April, 2015, 02:53:33 pm
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a257/ottocat/giro_s_republiclx_sepialeatherblack_34_1_zpsqsx8iqtp.jpg) (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/ottocat/media/giro_s_republiclx_sepialeatherblack_34_1_zpsqsx8iqtp.jpg.html)
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 22 April, 2015, 06:52:55 pm
Having a lie down, having pressed buy now.Window (well, tab, anyway) shopping for a bike I don't need with money I Don 't have.Heading for a demo ride.
:thumbsup:
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8712/17176379736_b0c60c8470_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/saPrhd)20150419_134036 (https://flic.kr/p/saPrhd) by Pelotonhound (https://www.flickr.com/people/40735552@N05/), on Flickr
It's a bit fecking pink about the bars, no?
Nice - is it a Liv Avail Advanced?
Post by: Canardly on 22 April, 2015, 07:04:36 pm
New Shoes.... very nice they are too
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a257/ottocat/giro_s_republiclx_sepialeatherblack_34_1_zpsqsx8iqtp.jpg) (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/ottocat/media/giro_s_republiclx_sepialeatherblack_34_1_zpsqsx8iqtp.jpg.html)
Dromarti?
Post by: Otto on 22 April, 2015, 09:31:03 pm
New Shoes.... very nice they are too
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a257/ottocat/giro_s_republiclx_sepialeatherblack_34_1_zpsqsx8iqtp.jpg) (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/ottocat/media/giro_s_republiclx_sepialeatherblack_34_1_zpsqsx8iqtp.jpg.html)
Dromarti?
Nope .... Giro Republic SL
Post by: T42 on 22 April, 2015, 09:35:24 pm
Post by: Chris S on 23 April, 2015, 08:43:04 am
Nice - is it a Liv Avail Advanced?
Close - a Liv Invite 1. I couldn't keep up with her round Rutland Water - fboab's always faster than me off-road, and that bike seems to revel in it (which of course, it should).
Post by: JenM on 23 April, 2015, 12:07:48 pm
Close - a Liv Invite 1.
Oh interesting - love to know how you got on with it as I've had this bike on my radar for a while. Might go over to Rutland Water in a couple of months for a try-out.
Post by: L CC on 23 April, 2015, 04:13:50 pm
I tried very hard to buy it from Giant Rutland but they didn't have one in stock and didn't phone with any updates on their promised hunt for one elsewhere.Close - a Liv Invite 1.
Oh interesting - love to know how you got on with it as I've had this bike on my radar for a while. Might go over to Rutland Water in a couple of months for a try-out.
I've bought it from Tredz and got 10% off with voucher code RIDE15.
Here tomorrow.
I suspect if you wait a couple of months you'll be almost into 2016 models and the 2015 one looks like it is going to sell out.
How tall are you?
Post by: JenM on 23 April, 2015, 04:46:00 pm
Post by: L CC on 23 April, 2015, 05:01:35 pm
I saw the S and it was stupidly small- for me. Most of my bikes are man sized/shaped and with my gorilla arms and stumpy legs I want/need a longer top tube. I don't really need WSD but men apparently don't need triple chainrings so all the 'unisex' bikes at this kind of price point are compact doubles with 10 or 11 speed- which means skinny chains which I dislike. This is a compact frame with a low standover height for nervous ladies, so the bigger size is absolutely fine- for me.
Post by: Chris S on 23 April, 2015, 05:15:23 pm
:facepalm:
Post by: JenM on 23 April, 2015, 05:19:08 pm
I wouldn't be buying one without a trial, so your feedback re sizing is really useful.
Enjoy the bike when it arrives.
Post by: T42 on 23 April, 2015, 05:46:19 pm
Trek know what people look at, though: the shifters are Ultegra but the rest is 105. For me the shifters could have been too, but what the hell.
Got 200€ off list price & a set of pedals thrown in.
Post by: L CC on 24 April, 2015, 10:51:06 am
Post by: sg37409 on 24 April, 2015, 11:06:55 am
Don't buy from Giant at Rutland, unless you're not put off by frilly lampshades in the "Women's area".
:facepalm:
I take it this isnt a euphamism.
Post by: pumpkin on 24 April, 2015, 02:14:06 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 24 April, 2015, 03:11:49 pm
Poor young lad at the LBS got rather confused about the idea of a touring bike and tentitavely offered me some Crud Road racers :facepalm: The older guy who owns the place heard and saw this, shook his head and wandered off to the cupbord round the back, reappearing with the correct items. I heard him explaining what a touring bike was to the other lad on my way out ;D
Post by: T42 on 24 April, 2015, 03:50:40 pm
Post by: T42 on 24 April, 2015, 03:52:09 pm
Poor young lad at the LBS got rather confused about the idea of a touring bike and tentitavely offered me some Crud Road racers :facepalm: The older guy who owns the place heard and saw this, shook his head and wandered off to the cupbord round the back, reappearing with the correct items. I heard him explaining what a touring bike was to the other lad on my way out ;D
According to the local gendarmerie touring bikes are the ones with mudguards.
Post by: Andrew Br on 27 April, 2015, 09:27:23 pm
The purchases have been an Ortleib rack pack in white (small) and an Axiom rack that fastens to the QR and the seatpost.
While I've got a Carradice on an SQR, I don't like the way it wags the rear of the bike when I'm out of the saddle.
The new set up was tested on the CycleChat ride to Llandudno at the weekend.
It needs some fine tuning but it seems to work as I'd hoped.
I need to find a better way of strapping the pack to the rack and I need a way of getting easier access to stuff (tools, tubes, clothing) during the day.
Slightly older news, the Disco (baby) now has hydraulic brakes courtesy of a Hope V-Twin converter. I thought that the previous BB7s were good. These are a huge step forward.
Post by: David Martin on 28 April, 2015, 10:28:49 am
I then availed myself of the offer by Mr Tesco to double the value of any clubcard vouchers in spending at one of the aforesaid emporia and a new pair of shoes should be arriving today.
Post by: rafletcher on 28 April, 2015, 10:54:46 am
Post by: bumper on 30 April, 2015, 06:31:43 pm
I've enjoyed the tinkering.
Didn't enjoy reaming the fork disc mounts down without a reaming tool. Used the trusty dremel & a diamond file :thumbsup:
Post by: Dibdib on 30 April, 2015, 08:15:19 pm
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/23853117/YACF/20150430%20SkyRide%20Kit.jpg)
They both fit really well, actually, and feel like quality kit. Not bad for a freebie!
Post by: T42 on 04 May, 2015, 10:56:58 am
Reminds me of the bag I had in the early 60s, except that that one didn't have bits of thread poking out all over the inside. It didn't have a bit of dowel inside with the points of screws breaking the surface and a rough-cut end, either, nor yet an interior pocket with the sides stuck together and a zip that jammed halfway.
Progress, progress.
Post by: Deano on 04 May, 2015, 08:42:55 pm
£130 ;D
This did include a multitool, a disc rotor and an e-Werk, to be fair.
Post by: Ian123 on 04 May, 2015, 10:05:34 pm
Post by: IanN on 06 May, 2015, 06:29:35 pm
Post by: Bledlow on 06 May, 2015, 06:51:48 pm
Post by: Kim on 06 May, 2015, 06:57:44 pm
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 06 May, 2015, 07:15:44 pm
Hopefully I will get some of it back when the STI levers go on ebay.
Post by: T42 on 07 May, 2015, 01:22:35 pm
Post by: citoyen on 07 May, 2015, 02:24:00 pm
A week ago I bought a garmin 510 with HR and cadence sensor all I can say is wow what a piece of kit that is
I've had mine about a year now and all I can say is it has been fantastic.
I had a little go on an Edge 1000 recently, which is perhaps even more splendid, but it's also a lot more expensive and try as I might I can't contrive enough complaints about the 510 to justify an upgrade. Dammit.
On a related note, my latest cycling purchase has been an Anker Astro E5 (http://www.ianker.com/product/A1208011), which is huge - should contain enough juice to keep both my Edge 510 and my phone topped up for the duration of both the 400 and 600 audaxes I've got coming up.
Post by: Jakob W on 07 May, 2015, 04:15:11 pm
Post by: bumper on 07 May, 2015, 09:07:41 pm
The ball bearings somehow fell out of the others. I've been finding them on floor, didn't realise they were out of the calipers. The front stopped releasing when applied firmly. This gave me a few squeaky bum moments :o
Post by: T42 on 07 May, 2015, 09:19:00 pm
On a related note, my latest cycling purchase has been an Anker Astro E5 (http://www.ianker.com/product/A1208011), which is huge - should contain enough juice to keep both my Edge 510 and my phone topped up for the duration of both the 400 and 600 audaxes I've got coming up.
16000 mAh. Going for 32€ on Amazon Germany. Hmm...
Post by: L CC on 10 May, 2015, 08:57:21 pm
Pssst. Phanta.
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Post by: phantasmagoriana on 10 May, 2015, 09:01:57 pm
Just bought a pump to live on the new bike.
Pssst. Phanta.(click to show/hide)
Already got one of those! ;) (Doesn't match any of my bikes and I prefer my Road Morph anyway, so it just lives in a drawer. But it's shinyyyyyyy... ::-))
Post by: zigzag on 11 May, 2015, 09:53:04 pm
Post by: Feline on 11 May, 2015, 10:53:16 pm
On a related note, my latest cycling purchase has been an Anker Astro E5 (http://www.ianker.com/product/A1208011), which is huge - should contain enough juice to keep both my Edge 510 and my phone topped up for the duration of both the 400 and 600 audaxes I've got coming up.
16000 mAh. Going for 32€ on Amazon Germany. Hmm...
I recently bought a 9000mAh Technet on Amazon for a £paltry-sum and have found it provides several recharges for both Garmin and iPhone 6. I think it could possibly last for an entire PBP but need to do some more tests to confirm this....
Post by: DaveJ on 13 May, 2015, 10:26:37 pm
Dave
Post by: Mr Larrington on 15 May, 2015, 06:51:17 pm
Post by: Ashaman42 on 17 May, 2015, 11:15:31 pm
- A pair of mirrors - one for me and one for a friend.
- A cheapy wired bike computer
- Pair of cycling caps - one black, one purple
- Three chainrings
- One cassette
- A little saddlebag
- Pair of mitts
- Pair of rear lights
- Puncture kit and tyre levers
- A bottom bracket
Seems like quite a lot but it came to less than a third of the petrol money I've saved by commuting by bike rather than car this year alone. :thumbsup:
Post by: davelodwig on 20 May, 2015, 03:04:10 pm
Hopefully that'll stop the creaking.
D.
Post by: Kim on 20 May, 2015, 03:08:21 pm
A new bottom bracket
And there was much rejoicing!
Post by: benborp on 20 May, 2015, 03:14:22 pm
i) it seems polite to buy the local produce
ii) they're my favourite
iii) they're not going to be sliced to ribbons within five miles
I've bought a pair of very nice Michelins. Just wheeling the bike feels lovely.
The local roads have just been doused, the warmth is drying the roads pretty smartish and I'm going to head into town where there is fresh tarmac - just to squeeek round some bends.
Post by: Kim on 20 May, 2015, 04:53:37 pm
Post by: Vince on 20 May, 2015, 05:50:46 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 20 May, 2015, 06:08:19 pm
- Pair of cycling caps - one black, one purple
The two true colours! :thumbsup:[/list]
Post by: interzen on 20 May, 2015, 08:42:12 pm
Bzzt.
- Pair of cycling caps - one black, one purple
The two true colours! :thumbsup:[/list]
Black and purple != orange and green.
(add ;) to taste)
Post by: Ashaman42 on 21 May, 2015, 12:26:23 am
Bzzt.
- Pair of cycling caps - one black, one purple
The two true colours! :thumbsup:[/list]
Black and purple != orange and green.
(add ;) to taste)
The four true colours!!
Post by: Mr Larrington on 21 May, 2015, 12:59:12 am
Post by: pumpkin on 22 May, 2015, 01:17:29 pm
Post by: geraldc on 22 May, 2015, 03:29:57 pm
Post by: citoyen on 26 May, 2015, 01:33:52 pm
(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k170/smutchin/017BA020-4788-44AF-91D6-63164E81B2A8_zpsotstcfm1.jpg)
I also noticed that the brake pads were almost worn down to the shoes so thought I'd better get some replacements for those too. And a new gear cable while I was at it - the current one is fraying around the shifter, so I keep spiking my thumb on the end of loose strands of wire.
I really ought to replace the whole transmission too but this will be an expensive business, best left until after payday. It will at least be a good excuse to upgrade to the new style chainset with replaceable chainrings.
Post by: jenhunt on 26 May, 2015, 02:02:01 pm
Post by: interzen on 26 May, 2015, 09:27:02 pm
The singlespeed rear wheel for the Karate Monkey is now usable again.
Post by: L CC on 26 May, 2015, 09:31:33 pm
Post by: T42 on 30 May, 2015, 09:42:12 am
This morning, a Lowsaddle Longflap & an SQR block.
Post by: Katie on 30 May, 2015, 06:04:09 pm
Post by: T42 on 31 May, 2015, 04:24:52 pm
Post by: interzen on 01 June, 2015, 09:31:46 pm
Soon we'll be ready for tourin' and haulin'.
Post by: Guy on 10 June, 2015, 01:06:09 pm
Post by: Jakob W on 12 June, 2015, 06:58:05 pm
Post by: Deano on 20 June, 2015, 09:14:13 pm
The Rodi Airlines that came with it have been alright, but it always felt a bit daft to have lightweight tyres on such (comparatively) heavy wheels. They'll be up for sale soon.
Post by: pumpkin on 20 June, 2015, 10:17:13 pm
Post by: L CC on 21 June, 2015, 01:11:16 pm
Just think, if I were ever to get thin, I could wear it on its own and still be club-kit-compliant!
(You're all still safe to go out, it'll be a goodly while)
Post by: Torslanda on 22 June, 2015, 09:27:02 am
Post by: Moultonaught on 25 June, 2015, 11:04:24 am
a 38t middle chainring to replace the biopace one that's on there currently! ;D
a stainless spacer for the seat stay mudguard bolt spacer to get the mudguard sitting correctly
some ORANGE ESI bar tape! ;D
& not bought - but I swopped the brooks Cambium C17 from the modern Genesis mtb to the MF.
Post by: Karla on 25 June, 2015, 11:36:48 am
Finally bought some shinier wheels for my Ribble. Fulcrum 5s, since you ask.
The Rodi Airlines that came with it have been alright, but it always felt a bit daft to have lightweight tyres on such (comparatively) heavy wheels. They'll be up for sale soon.
Good choice, I got a pair with the Wilier in 2011 and they're still running absolutely true.
Post by: zigzag on 25 June, 2015, 03:19:46 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 25 June, 2015, 06:19:55 pm
Some spiral decals (http://www.graphicshack.co.uk/ekmps/shops/graphicshack/images/spiral-disc-wheel-decals-1246-p.jpg) for the disc wheel. This is an attempt to win stuff by hypnotising fellow competitors into falling off their bikes.
Oh, I like those! :thumbsup:
Post by: Ham on 26 June, 2015, 07:40:13 am
for the road-i-fied 80's Muddy fox
a 38t middle chainring to replace the biopace one that's on there currently! ;D
a stainless spacer for the seat stay mudguard bolt spacer to get the mudguard sitting correctly
some ORANGE ESI bar tape! ;D
As the owner of a very similar jobbie (Mega Courier Pro) currently sitting in its constituent parts I'd be very interested to see the outcome of said roadie-fying.
Post by: De Sisti on 26 June, 2015, 10:17:05 am
Post by: Marco Stefano on 26 June, 2015, 01:07:43 pm
£35. :thumbsup:
Post by: Karla on 26 June, 2015, 01:45:33 pm
Some spiral decals (http://www.graphicshack.co.uk/ekmps/shops/graphicshack/images/spiral-disc-wheel-decals-1246-p.jpg) for the disc wheel. This is an attempt to win stuff by hypnotising fellow competitors into falling off their bikes.
Oh, I like those! :thumbsup:
Why thankyou :D I think you can get them in purple if you want too!
I'd have liked some nuclear or biohazard ones, but decided they didn't fit with the pirate decals on the sides of the seat/headtube.
Post by: Tim Hall on 26 June, 2015, 02:03:45 pm
Post by: tiermat on 26 June, 2015, 03:47:49 pm
A slack handfull of spacers
A SS chain.
All for the new project.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 04 July, 2015, 04:46:27 pm
Post by: Ruthie on 04 July, 2015, 04:52:39 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 04 July, 2015, 05:12:59 pm
Phantasmagoriana, those purple Shutt Squadra Donne jerseys always make me think of you, do you have one?
I did actually buy one once, when they were heavily discounted on Ebay...I sent it back though, because the fit was weird. :-\ I've got one of the Isobel ones, though.
Post by: Ruthie on 04 July, 2015, 05:19:06 pm
Post by: Jakob W on 04 July, 2015, 07:59:34 pm
Post by: Kim on 05 July, 2015, 10:06:50 pm
Noticed I could get the same XT mech that I've got on the Streetmachine for a couple of quid more than the basic Deore, so went for that. I reckon the tension spring's getting a little tired and a new one might cause the non-drive-side chain to rattle a bit less on what passes for resurfaced roads these days. The Streetmachine's one should work fine on an upwrong, and it always makes sense to have matching components when there's no reason not to.
Post by: Wowbagger on 06 July, 2015, 05:47:43 pm
Post by: Ruthie on 06 July, 2015, 11:05:58 pm
Post by: Karla on 09 July, 2015, 07:26:28 am
Post by: zigzag on 09 July, 2015, 09:37:31 am
Following the plastic bag incident, a rear mech, a derailleur hanger <...>
off topic, but if i see a plastic bag floating in the air in front i always coast past it to be on a safe side
Post by: T42 on 09 July, 2015, 12:14:19 pm
Post by: Vince on 09 July, 2015, 12:28:22 pm
Rose only have 32mm on 2 week availability.
:(
Post by: Kim on 09 July, 2015, 01:31:35 pm
Following the plastic bag incident, a rear mech, a derailleur hanger <...>
off topic, but if i see a plastic bag floating in the air in front i always coast past it to be on a safe side
Incident discussed here (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=10.msg1886413#msg1886413).
I like Basil's advice of always trying to pass them on the left side of the bike.
TBH, I suspect I was probably freewheeling at the time (it's a gentle downhill and barakta was slowing for a junction in front of me), and turned the pedals instinctively in order to put my preferred foot down when I thought the bag might have become entangled, causing it all to go horribly wrong. Which is the sort of rookie mistake that people who don't ride fixed are likely to make. :facepalm:
Post by: bumper on 12 July, 2015, 05:49:30 pm
Post by: menthel on 23 July, 2015, 04:36:25 pm
(http://www.condorcycles.com/components/com_virtuemart/show_image_in_imgtag.php?filename=0000000339.jpg&newxsize=585&newysize=585&fileout=)
Post by: mcshroom on 23 July, 2015, 07:43:36 pm
I've gone on a bit of a component splurge this evening. New chainrings, cassette, chain, brake pads, bar tape and full cable set for the Tourer so I can give it a proper service.
Also got some new A520 pedals for my road bike to replace the M520s, and a new pair of shoes :)
Post by: IanDG on 23 July, 2015, 08:49:19 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 23 July, 2015, 11:29:38 pm
Just ordered the replacement for my written off Condor Italia. A Condor Fratello Disc! It is truly a bike of purple steel loveliness!
Very nice! :thumbsup:
I've ordered a new big chainring for the not-Tifosi. Exciting stuff (though a new wheel would be more useful!).
Post by: tiermat on 28 July, 2015, 07:05:04 pm
Both to go on....
The Jamis Renegade Elite I bought at the same time.
Post by: Canardly on 28 July, 2015, 08:59:15 pm
Post by: Kim on 28 July, 2015, 09:40:08 pm
Post by: Ian123 on 28 July, 2015, 09:49:21 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 29 July, 2015, 06:36:25 am
A new lowrider rack arrived from HPVelotechnik. IBAN payment faff and delayed due to "extreme circumstances" international shipping aside, that was officially the quickest and least painful recumbent-related purchase I've ever made.if you ever do another one, I can do IBAN payments easily in Euros and often do this for chums.
Post by: Andrew Br on 29 July, 2015, 04:00:11 pm
2 bottle cages and a pair of XT trail spds.
Both to go on....
The Jamis Renegade Elite I bought at the same time.
Pictures !
We want pictures ! ;D
Post by: tiermat on 29 July, 2015, 04:12:43 pm
2 bottle cages and a pair of XT trail spds.
Both to go on....
The Jamis Renegade Elite I bought at the same time.
Pictures !
We want pictures ! ;D
Patience, dear boy, piccies will be forthcoming on Thursday, once I have collected it from Evans*
Meanwhile, drool at the spec:
Omniad M30 CF frame
Ultegra 6800 2*11
Shimano R685 hydraulic disc brakes
American Classic Argent wheels, tubeless ready.
It is LIGHT!!!!
*I would, normally, rather run a mile than buy from them, but they are the UK importers of Jamis, so I had no choice...
Post by: T42 on 29 July, 2015, 04:29:35 pm
Rearlight, Secula, stay-mount.
Post by: tiermat on 30 July, 2015, 07:11:02 pm
Here it is, complete with another carbon substance, for pictoral balance! :)
Post by: Torslanda on 30 July, 2015, 07:41:33 pm
Post by: jsabine on 30 July, 2015, 07:53:41 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 30 July, 2015, 11:13:05 pm
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/NRZTOe4M9uY_GeIzcTAWNE9rUsvI2XiEn4_wHQloCA=w1183-h887-no)
Here it is, complete with another carbon substance, for pictoral balance! :)
Dare I say that it deserves a better picture ? Perhaps after you've removed the logos from the wheels.
Great bike. Let us know how you get on with it :thumbsup:.
Post by: citoyen on 30 July, 2015, 11:35:41 pm
Just ordered the replacement for my written off Condor Italia. A Condor Fratello Disc! It is truly a bike of purple steel loveliness!
(http://www.condorcycles.com/components/com_virtuemart/show_image_in_imgtag.php?filename=0000000339.jpg&newxsize=585&newysize=585&fileout=)
Did a test ride on one of them a few months ago. Very nice bike. Very nice indeed.
(When I say 'test ride', I mean the Oasts & Coasts 300. Or most of it, anyway. But it's a bike I reckon I could happily do much longer distances on.)
Post by: Deano on 30 July, 2015, 11:51:32 pm
. . . are those 'tubeless' wheels, then? #justaskin'
The wheels are a bit shouty. Can't wait to see it in action, though.
Post by: citoyen on 31 July, 2015, 12:06:18 am
Post by: tiermat on 31 July, 2015, 08:07:56 am
I will try to get a better pic today.
Post by: Torslanda on 31 July, 2015, 11:24:21 am
*The above statement contains traces of
Post by: T42 on 31 July, 2015, 04:11:19 pm
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/NRZTOe4M9uY_GeIzcTAWNE9rUsvI2XiEn4_wHQloCA=w1183-h887-no)
Here it is, complete with another carbon substance, for pictoral balance! :)
Very nice indeed. Seatpost aluminium-lined?
FWIW I had my shifters canted up at an angle like that when I changed to 3x10 in 2011. Still got the tendinitis - strained tendons when standing on pedals.
As to my own purchases of the day:
Garmin eTrex 30x
ANT+ heart monitor strap to go with
Bunch of edibles for the mini-bar
El cheapo document plastifier
New arse, for delivery 21st August.
Post by: menthel on 01 August, 2015, 03:59:00 pm
Just ordered the replacement for my written off Condor Italia. A Condor Fratello Disc! It is truly a bike of purple steel loveliness!
(http://www.condorcycles.com/components/com_virtuemart/show_image_in_imgtag.php?filename=0000000339.jpg&newxsize=585&newysize=585&fileout=)
Did a test ride on one of them a few months ago. Very nice bike. Very nice indeed.
(When I say 'test ride', I mean the Oasts & Coasts 300. Or most of it, anyway. But it's a bike I reckon I could happily do much longer distances on.)
Good to hear. I decided on it for a couple of reasons. Mainly the discs for commuting and weight carrying. Also the frame will give a different feel and ride to the soot bike I own (Aprire Vincenza) which the Italia (RIP) didn't have. Looking forward to it coming now I am out of my collar and nearly ready to ride again!
Today I bought a toolbox, more tools and a new fancy Deda superleggera seatpost for the soot bike...
Post by: Pedaldog. on 01 August, 2015, 11:50:43 pm
a Red one!
Post by: mcshroom on 02 August, 2015, 08:34:26 pm
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-tcdHQ5k8c88/Vb5v-gCL9eI/AAAAAAAAJqQ/9n3FYoQkA6E/s640-Ic42/20150802_202949.jpg)
Post by: Dibdib on 03 August, 2015, 08:27:19 pm
Post by: tiermat on 04 August, 2015, 12:35:40 pm
Very nice indeed. Seatpost aluminium-lined?
No, it's a Ritchey WCS Link FlexLogic Carbon, 31.6*350mm
Quote
FWIW I had my shifters canted up at an angle like that when I changed to 3x10 in 2011. Still got the tendinitis - strained tendons when standing on pedals.
I think the angle I took the pic might make it appear that the shifters (and bars) are pointing more skyward than they actually are. They are, actually, very close to the tops being level.
Post by: De Sisti on 04 August, 2015, 03:44:51 pm
One of these (capable of easily being transferred between bikes). :thumbsup:
(https://www.ribblecycles.co.uk/products/images/small/BBBABBEL201_1_thumb.jpg)
Post by: Karla on 04 August, 2015, 09:50:38 pm
I made the more modest purchase of a gilet. It's Castelli though, so almost as shouty as those wheels.
Post by: T42 on 07 August, 2015, 03:33:50 pm
Very nice indeed. Seatpost aluminium-lined?
No, it's a Ritchey WCS Link FlexLogic Carbon, 31.6*350mmQuoteFWIW I had my shifters canted up at an angle like that when I changed to 3x10 in 2011. Still got the tendinitis - strained tendons when standing on pedals.
I think the angle I took the pic might make it appear that the shifters (and bars) are pointing more skyward than they actually are. They are, actually, very close to the tops being level.
Yeah, I noticed that when looking at my own bike from a low angle this morning.
I asked about the seatpost with clamping stuff on in mind. My LBS says it's stronger than "they" let you think, but then added that mine's alu with a carbon coat so fire away. Chum of mine has an all-carbon profiled one and has had to give up saddlebags completely.
Post by: tiermat on 07 August, 2015, 04:12:18 pm
Very nice indeed. Seatpost aluminium-lined?
No, it's a Ritchey WCS Link FlexLogic Carbon, 31.6*350mmQuoteFWIW I had my shifters canted up at an angle like that when I changed to 3x10 in 2011. Still got the tendinitis - strained tendons when standing on pedals.
I think the angle I took the pic might make it appear that the shifters (and bars) are pointing more skyward than they actually are. They are, actually, very close to the tops being level.
Yeah, I noticed that when looking at my own bike from a low angle this morning.
I asked about the seatpost with clamping stuff on in mind. My LBS says it's stronger than "they" let you think, but then added that mine's alu with a carbon coat so fire away. Chum of mine has an all-carbon profiled one and has had to give up saddlebags completely.
I was thinking that, but I have not found any documented cases of seatposts snapping due to having an SQR on them (correction I think there was one, on here, but that was, at the poster's admission, a cheap Ribble own make job). Carradice don't say not to, Ritchey don't explicitly say not to (and they are an American company so litigation averse), so I am going to suck it and see.
Post by: T42 on 07 August, 2015, 04:45:16 pm
Couple of Zefal reversible lateral-extraction bottle cages
New reckless hat (Met)
Dried bananas
+ took delivery of
Etrex 30x (Nice: W. Europe street map already loaded, means I can keep my City Nav NT for Etrex 20)
Assos shorts.
Post by: T42 on 07 August, 2015, 04:47:34 pm
Very nice indeed. Seatpost aluminium-lined?
No, it's a Ritchey WCS Link FlexLogic Carbon, 31.6*350mmQuoteFWIW I had my shifters canted up at an angle like that when I changed to 3x10 in 2011. Still got the tendinitis - strained tendons when standing on pedals.
I think the angle I took the pic might make it appear that the shifters (and bars) are pointing more skyward than they actually are. They are, actually, very close to the tops being level.
Yeah, I noticed that when looking at my own bike from a low angle this morning.
I asked about the seatpost with clamping stuff on in mind. My LBS says it's stronger than "they" let you think, but then added that mine's alu with a carbon coat so fire away. Chum of mine has an all-carbon profiled one and has had to give up saddlebags completely.
I was thinking that, but I have not found any documented cases of seatposts snapping due to having an SQR on them (correction I think there was one, on here, but that was, at the poster's admission, a cheap Ribble own make job). Carradice don't say not to, Ritchey don't explicitly say not to (and they are an American company so litigation averse), so I am going to suck it and see.
Good luck. I have a chum who has been using a Bagman QR - the one like a clothes drier that fastens to the saddle rails - on a carbon-only post, with a Pendle. And impunity. Mind you, he weighs about as much as a shelled prawn.
ETA he looked kinda wistful when he noticed the strap loops all over the outside of my Super C Audax.
Post by: citoyen on 08 August, 2015, 02:59:19 pm
Shopping in Lidl, I spotted these on offer at £2.99 for a tube of 20 tabs, which seems like a decent price, so I grabbed a couple of tubes.
Post by: tiermat on 13 August, 2015, 01:40:20 pm
2* larger replacement bands for the SQR
2* pairs of B'Twin cycle shorts, they were reduced to £22/pr from £45.
A headtorch (I discovered, yesterday, that the two Alpkit Gammas I had have succumbed to different breakages, one a bust catch on the battery box, one a dissolved battery contact spring due to leaky batteries)
Some bonk ration fruit jelly thingies.
Post by: TheLurker on 16 August, 2015, 08:13:05 am
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 16 August, 2015, 08:37:49 pm
Post by: Feanor on 18 August, 2015, 03:47:56 pm
After the weekend's wet 300, I had the bike stripped down for cleaning and maintenance.
The original BB was really rough.
As it's the bike I use for Audax, it seems to get more than it's fair share of wet rides!
Post by: fuzzy on 08 September, 2015, 02:00:34 pm
Post by: Jurek on 08 September, 2015, 02:04:57 pm
N+1 :smug:Pictures?
Post by: fuzzy on 08 September, 2015, 02:13:14 pm
N+1 :smug:Pictures?
Pending. Hadn't paid for it till just now so didn't want to tempt fate.
A new to me 2013 Trek Stache 8 29er with Rock Shock Reverb seat post. Colleague at the shop was selling to fund a Remedy full susser. He has done hardly any miles on it (still on the original tyres) and looked after it like a geek (getting the alloy bits like fork leg caps and stem cap anodized green to fit the bike colour scheme). A chuffing good buy IMHO.
Post by: tiermat on 08 September, 2015, 03:16:43 pm
I have, meanwhile, bought myself a Lezyne Superdrive XL as they were half price on Sportpursuit.
The next thing, once Evans get them in*, is a Garmin Explore Edge 1000.
*I have a discount voucher for them, having bought my bike there...
Post by: T42 on 08 September, 2015, 03:23:27 pm
Post by: Jakob W on 08 September, 2015, 08:39:48 pm
Post by: fuzzy on 08 September, 2015, 11:20:25 pm
https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=17.msg1916438#newN+1 :smug:Pictures?
Post by: robgul on 09 September, 2015, 10:08:22 am
.. more seriously I have a wanted ad on here for a spare (second) bag/carrier for it on a second machine
Rob
Post by: Tim Hall on 09 September, 2015, 07:33:39 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 09 September, 2015, 10:51:44 pm
Post by: Wobbly John on 09 September, 2015, 11:02:43 pm
A pair of Marks andEngelsSpencer cycling chinos. Online only, delivered to a store near me. Down from forty five notes to eleven.
I paid the few quid extra to have my M&S Chinos (http://www.marksandspencer.com/cotton-rich-active-waistband-tapered-leg-utility-chinos-with-stormwear/p/p22276661?OmnitureRedirect=cycling+chino) delivered - had an email to say they were dispatched this morning. :D
Post by: Canardly on 10 September, 2015, 09:28:37 pm
Nice one, just ordered some, winter is on the way........
Post by: zigzag on 10 September, 2015, 10:29:00 pm
Post by: Si_Co on 11 September, 2015, 11:40:49 am
Post by: Ashaman42 on 12 September, 2015, 05:00:24 pm
I nearly bought some a while ago at £45 so glad I couldn't find them in the store at the time :thumbsup:
Post by: mcshroom on 12 September, 2015, 05:51:57 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 12 September, 2015, 06:09:48 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 12 September, 2015, 06:15:57 pm
Post by: Jakob W on 13 September, 2015, 06:55:34 pm
Also popped into the new Evans in town for a handlebar bottle cage mount for the bakfiets; the cheapest cage available for it was a bright PINK race cage, so I grabbed that. Looks like it will fit my travel mugs as well as bidons, so that's a result.
Post by: tiermat on 14 September, 2015, 08:44:15 am
Now all I need is the nerve to do it.
Think I will wait until AFTER Friday's night ride!
Post by: marcusjb on 14 September, 2015, 12:56:00 pm
A Rapha Liberty cycling cap.
Even in the world of Waffa, that is an eye-watering amount of money to spend.
Post by: Aidan on 14 September, 2015, 01:22:52 pm
Post by: epa611 on 14 September, 2015, 01:54:01 pm
B&M Toplight View BrakePlus
B&M Cyclestar short bent mirror.
All set for winter commuting now ;-)
(can you tell I like B&M stuff ??? )
Post by: Dibdib on 15 September, 2015, 01:21:51 pm
It's quite nice, and feels quite robust. I wouldn't pay full price for one, but it beats a knackered phone.
Post by: Canardly on 15 September, 2015, 05:43:00 pm
Post by: Ruthie on 15 September, 2015, 10:46:19 pm
I love it. Everyone at Fellowship was extremely polite. Except for the people who were very rude and took the mickey ;D
Post by: mcshroom on 16 September, 2015, 11:28:31 am
I bought a Carradice Super C rack bag last night (the curse of being able to order things from your phone late at night - I think the wilpower to resist buying things wanes when you're tired). I've finally given up on trying to persuade the zips to stay connected up on my 4 year old carradura rack bag* and wanted something more waterproof/durable.
*Almost daily use for commuting and commonly overstuffing won't have helped
Post by: citoyen on 16 September, 2015, 02:22:20 pm
cycling chinos
The conjunction of those two words troubles me.
Post by: Bledlow on 18 September, 2015, 03:54:44 pm
Evans has some good deals online, cheaper than their shop sale prices. I was near the shop today & tried on what I was thinking of buying, then bought it (in a colour not in stock in the shop) for over 25% less than the same garment costs in the shop - & will pick it up from the shop on Monday.
Post by: mcshroom on 19 September, 2015, 04:44:53 pm
Well it'll be extremely bright ;D
I bought a Carradice Super C rack bag last night (the curse of being able to order things from your phone late at night - I think the wilpower to resist buying things wanes when you're tired). I've finally given up on trying to persuade the zips to stay connected up on my 4 year old carradura rack bag* and wanted something more waterproof/durable.
*Almost daily use for commuting and commonly overstuffing won't have helped
Arrived today. It's a 'Kelly':D
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 20 September, 2015, 02:42:10 pm
Post by: T42 on 20 September, 2015, 03:39:56 pm
Post by: Ruthie on 20 September, 2015, 04:10:27 pm
Post by: Canardly on 21 September, 2015, 08:27:13 pm
Post by: Polar Bear on 21 September, 2015, 08:51:23 pm
Post by: Karla on 25 September, 2015, 12:03:23 pm
A 3T Funda fork for the TT bike, because the old one broke. Secondhand, thank goodness.
A set of Chorus brakes for the road bike, because the old ones are getting old, worn out and wobbly.
A set of Tektro mini Vs for the cx/winter bike, because I'm sick of constantly tinkering with the cantis to (try to) avoid squeal and judder.
A couple of chains that were going cheap at CRC while I was buying brakes.
[EDIT: And now I remember that the road bike also needs a new headset. I think I'd better stop eating for a week ::-) ]
Post by: menthel on 28 September, 2015, 10:33:03 am
Post by: zigzag on 28 September, 2015, 05:55:22 pm
Post by: Ian123 on 30 September, 2015, 10:37:27 pm
Post by: Canardly on 01 October, 2015, 02:05:18 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 01 October, 2015, 02:10:54 pm
A Cyclo pedal spanner (yes John!) and some dual compound Kool Stop inserts.
;D ;D ;D
Post by: tiermat on 06 October, 2015, 08:31:18 am
All from Sportpursuit, so pretty decent prices.
I did receive an email, yesterday, saying that my fibreflares are not in stock, so they won't arrive until next week. :(
Post by: TimO on 06 October, 2015, 10:21:35 am
A new 44 tooth chainring, SRAM PC1 chain and Sturmey-Archer 22T Freewheel, for my commuter.
I tend to abuse the drive train on the commuter horribly, so it doesn't last as long as it should. The freewheel only lasted a couple of years, just over 10000 miles. The chainring and chain were older, and since the total cost of the above was £35, that's not too bad at under 0.35p per mile (or alternatively it is under 9p for a days commute 1, which certainly beats the Tube and Tram!)
Footnote [1] OK, I haven't counted wear and tear on the frame, brake blocks, tyres, inner tubes, bar tape, racks, panniers, and cycling clothes, all of which need periodic replacement too. That total would still be a lot less than the £7-50 if I used public transport.
Post by: Kim on 07 October, 2015, 04:47:04 pm
Post by: davelodwig on 07 October, 2015, 05:02:38 pm
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Vaude-Bike-Gaiter-short-VAUDE/dp/B003MWQIPE
Post by: andrewc on 08 October, 2015, 07:33:14 pm
Top Top. SJS sometimes list items on their forum for sale. This has been laced into a wheel but not used, and was bought with a pleasant chunk off the list price.
Post by: tiermat on 09 October, 2015, 04:41:48 pm
Post by: menthel on 09 October, 2015, 07:32:06 pm
https://instagram.com/p/8mzgvtq-Bh/?taken-by=condorcycles
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 12 October, 2015, 11:08:51 am
Picked up the new ride! Instagram piccy from Condor but I will break out the camera and do my own soon. Its beautiful and the ride is amazing, feels like I could ride it forever!
https://instagram.com/p/8mzgvtq-Bh/?taken-by=condorcycles
Lovely! :thumbsup:
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 12 October, 2015, 11:14:39 am
Post by: zigzag on 12 October, 2015, 10:01:56 pm
Post by: Bledlow on 12 October, 2015, 10:09:36 pm
A couple of Open Pro rims, because I'm sick of breaking wheels with low spoke counts so I've decided to resurrect my old 36-hole wheelset and attempt some rim transplants. :oMy Open Pros are 32 hole, & I haven't broken a wheel yet. Bent a rim wall* dropping my front wheel into a pothole once (instant blowout), & apart from that the wheel was more or less OK. A touch of truing. LBS said rim wasn't too bad to straighten, & did it. The spokes are all still fine.
Post by: zigzag on 13 October, 2015, 11:56:42 am
had two(!) punctures on my runabout bike today and realised that tyres are well past their decommission date. couple of replacement tyres bought (michelin lithion 2 reinforced)
they ride surprisingly well, feel more like a racing tyre rather than a utility tyre and weigh a modest 300g (700c x 25, folding bead). i'll see how they last through the winter months - i hope the protection belt will do what it's supposed to do :)
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 15 October, 2015, 10:47:50 am
A couple of Open Pro rims, because I'm sick of breaking wheels with low spoke counts so I've decided to resurrect my old 36-hole wheelset and attempt some rim transplants. :oMy Open Pros are 32 hole, & I haven't broken a wheel yet. Bent a rim wall* dropping my front wheel into a pothole once (instant blowout), & apart from that the wheel was more or less OK. A touch of truing. LBS said rim wasn't too bad to straighten, & did it. The spokes are all still fine.
I managed to trash my last set of OP rims pretty quickly, so I've gone for the fancy CD ones this time to see whether they're any longer lasting. I never did break any spokes on them, though, and they never seemed to go out of true (unlike the 24-spoke cheapy wheel I was using until recently).
Post by: andrew_s on 15 October, 2015, 02:32:14 pm
If you are having problems with rim wear, look at changing the brake blocks you use - some pick up lumps of grit or fragments of metal much more easily than others. I use koolstop.
Post by: T42 on 15 October, 2015, 05:52:37 pm
Post by: andrewc on 15 October, 2015, 08:07:18 pm
Post by: tiermat on 25 October, 2015, 08:41:14 am
This does mean I will have a Edge 705 and a Magellan 710 available for sale.
Post by: Chris S on 26 October, 2015, 06:08:33 pm
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/598/21875049964_6770647eb1_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/zk2meS)
Post by: tiermat on 29 October, 2015, 01:00:37 pm
Some soot!
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/598/21875049964_6770647eb1_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/zk2meS)
An Exocet?
My purchases, today are:
1 SKS Airwork 10.0, to replace my leaking JoeBlow Sport*
1 Decathlon bottle cage mount thing to attempt a fork based light mount on the Renegade.
I discovered, upon trying to insert air into the tyres of the Renegade, that my 10 yr old Joe Blow Sport is leaking rather badly once I get over about 40psi. It's really bad if a Tesco cheapy track pump can get more air into the tyre!
Post by: L CC on 29 October, 2015, 01:11:49 pm
An Exocet?Stealth.
Exocet only come in Big Sizes.
Post by: Quint on 29 October, 2015, 07:17:10 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 03 November, 2015, 12:33:36 am
Post by: Katie on 03 November, 2015, 12:35:29 am
Post by: davelodwig on 05 November, 2015, 04:46:53 pm
Well I'd lost the decathalon cheepie one and I fancied a little bling.
D.
Post by: Canardly on 08 November, 2015, 12:29:00 am
Post by: Pedaldog. on 08 November, 2015, 02:19:52 am
Post by: Ray 6701 on 10 November, 2015, 01:32:09 pm
Shimano R501 Std Spoke clinchers £66.95 from Ribble :thumbsup:
Post by: Auntie Helen on 11 November, 2015, 01:07:45 pm
• A Bafang 8Fun 250W bottom bracket motor with 12ah bottle battery for my trike. Yes, I am getting old and lazy.
• Additional speed sensor cables for the 8Fun as I suspect the weird recumbent trike setup means the provided cable will be well too short
• A bottom bracket removal tool for my Truvativ GXP pedals (same as Shimano Hollowtech 2 tool)
• An Aldi-style toolbox for bike bits as I needed a pedal spanner and thought I might as well get the lot
I was hoping to fit the 8Fun this Saturday but it hasn't yet left Hong Kong so I guess I'm outta luck!
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 11 November, 2015, 01:22:29 pm
A pair of Shimano jockey pulleys
A pair of ceramic rims and some ceramic brake pads
A set of Shimano V-brake callipers and levers
Campag 1" threadless headset
Missing link pliers
Silver Ritchey handlebars and stem
Post by: hatler on 11 November, 2015, 01:26:55 pm
A few bits and pieces, mostly to keep some of HK's various machines running.
A pair of Shimano jockey pulleys
A pair of ceramic rims and some ceramic brake pads
A set of Shimano V-brake callipers and levers
Campag 1" threadless headset
Missing link pliers
Silver Ritchey handlebars and stem
Ceramic rims ??
Where from ?
What size ?
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 11 November, 2015, 02:20:17 pm
Post by: L CC on 11 November, 2015, 02:35:29 pm
559 from Practical Cycles. HK wears out rims on her bad weather commuter MTB at a fair rate of knots.That's what disk brakes are for, shirley?
Post by: zigzag on 11 November, 2015, 03:29:28 pm
That's what disk brakes are for, shirley?
agree, no reason to use rim brakes on wet commute
Post by: mcshroom on 11 November, 2015, 03:31:08 pm
Post by: Vince on 11 November, 2015, 03:58:35 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 11 November, 2015, 04:00:17 pm
Post by: hatler on 11 November, 2015, 07:08:43 pm
559 from Practical Cycles. HK wears out rims on her bad weather commuter MTB at a fair rate of knots.Thank you !
Post by: Jurek on 12 November, 2015, 07:46:30 pm
Black, not *Denim* seeing as you ask.
Not quite sure why I elected to try them on.
It's not raining.
I'm indoors.
They are the same size as the last pair ???
Post by: andrewc on 21 November, 2015, 01:26:35 pm
Post by: Quint on 21 November, 2015, 01:57:35 pm
Post by: Kim on 21 November, 2015, 02:12:44 pm
Post by: Quint on 21 November, 2015, 02:14:25 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 21 November, 2015, 06:21:19 pm
Post by: Kim on 22 November, 2015, 04:44:46 pm
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 23 November, 2015, 06:54:59 am
Sir Bradley Wiggins discusses his classic bike collection
Quote
Bikes have changed so much, they’re space-age now. I was chatting with Eddy Merckx about the Hour Record and the bicycle, how it’s changed, the wheels, the skinsuits, the helmets… I still love the traditional side of the bike. That’s why I was so in love with the bikes in the mid-90s... ..They still look like bikes, but they are all space-age now. They are slowly drifting away from that traditional bike because of speed and aerodynamics.
http://www.cyclingweekly.co.uk/news/latest-news/exclusive-sir-bradley-wiggins-discusses-his-classic-bike-collection-200546#aRPFsMYJlR4745y3.99
Post by: DDCyclist on 23 November, 2015, 08:33:16 am
The leak is probably the valve but I'll change that later. For now I haven't got a core extractor and I didn't go anywhere, over the weekend, to get one. Mrs Cyclist went into Shaftesbury but I couldn't be bothered to ask her to get one. She can operate all of the 'machines that go ping' and all of the hand tools for patching up broken skin and bones in hospitals yet, perversely, grasping technological ideas that do not involve fixing people is not her strong point. I suspect it's just an act.
Added at 11:35 -
Tubes duly arrived - Slime ones for the winter (hope I'm not being too optimistic) complete with valve core extractors moulded into the dust caps. Where I'll be doing a lot of my riding is Where The Sharp Things Are.
Weight (checked by hand) is a little heavier than I'd expected but I'm not too worried about that.
Post by: Torslanda on 23 November, 2015, 11:50:22 am
Post by: DDCyclist on 23 November, 2015, 12:24:24 pm
Do bear in mind that there's around 50g of sealant in a slime tube...
No worries - there's around 20 to 25kg of excess stuffing in me. I'll soon, hopefully, make up for the 0.1kg or so I've added to the bike.
Post by: L CC on 23 November, 2015, 12:49:53 pm
Just scored an Arkel Tailrider on eBay for 45 quid. A worthy successor to my Carradice Prima, whose zips are on borrowed time.
That was a huge bargain.
We have one and it's way way better than anything Carradice have ever produced. For a start, you can't do weight training with them when they're empty.
Post by: Kim on 23 November, 2015, 01:10:21 pm
Just scored an Arkel Tailrider on eBay for 45 quid. A worthy successor to my Carradice Prima, whose zips are on borrowed time.
That was a huge bargain.
Indeed! I didn't think I'd win it.
Quote
We have one and it's way way better than anything Carradice have ever produced. For a start, you can't do weight training with them when they're empty.
The Prima was an excellent piece of luggage, on account of having sensible pockets, and having better zips and being somewhat less fugly than the wedge-shaped "Carradura Rack Bag" that replaced it. Not insanely heavy, due to not being proper Carradice. But sadly after a couple of rounds of velcro replacement, mine's fraying around the zips and they don't make them any more. :(
The Tailrider has pockets for stuff, an aerodynamic shape and is rumoured to be hand-stitched by Canadians in lumberjack shirts. What's not to like?
Post by: Karla on 23 November, 2015, 01:36:44 pm
Wiggo probably has :o
Sir Bradley Wiggins discusses his classic bike collectionQuoteBikes have changed so much, they’re space-age now. I was chatting with Eddy Merckx about the Hour Record and the bicycle, how it’s changed, the wheels, the skinsuits, the helmets… I still love the traditional side of the bike. That’s why I was so in love with the bikes in the mid-90s... ..They still look like bikes, but they are all space-age now. They are slowly drifting away from that traditional bike because of speed and aerodynamics.http://www.cyclingweekly.co.uk/news/latest-news/exclusive-sir-bradley-wiggins-discusses-his-classic-bike-collection-200546#aRPFsMYJlR4745y3.99
I'm more interested that he's wearing a Joy Division t-shirt. It seems that as well as his love of mod rock, he has a sideline in post-punk?
Post by: Mr Larrington on 23 November, 2015, 02:12:17 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 23 November, 2015, 02:12:31 pm
Post by: cygnet on 24 November, 2015, 11:08:06 pm
A new pair of Rudy Project Rydons (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/181917114534) as my current pair have a broken arm & they don't seem interested in selling me spare parts.I tried to get some replacement bits and got ignored for several weeks before giving up. I guess they're not quite as in to the 'customisation/replacement parts' as they pretend to be.
Stuffs wot arrived while I was away:
Genesis Day One Disc (for commuting)
Vision chainset; TT brake levers and saddle.
Pointy hat to replace the ever-so-tightly-fitting and not-quite-as-pointy one that rubbed the skin away from between my ears and my skull on this years MR24.
knee warmers and mitts (for this autumn/next summer
Post by: TheLurker on 28 November, 2015, 08:29:49 pm
*For my money more like spring/autumn weight, but that's OK by me.
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 01 December, 2015, 10:08:32 pm
2 x s/h blue led rear lights off ctc forum £7.50 posted
Raceface XO seatpost s/h £12 posted e-blag for Jess
2 x Schwalbe Spicer 700 x 30 for jess from 'next day tyres' £27 posted
pair wellgo 823 spd s/h NOS £11 posted e-blag
Tin proofide 40g £6.99 wiggle (was £11.99 but they price matched)
DHB mtb 1 shoes wiggle £28 ish.
Post by: sojournermike on 02 December, 2015, 12:08:37 am
Hope Mono RS rear in black expected tomorrow to lace to Killin 31T OC via 14 Sapim Laser and 14 Race spokes. And a stages 105 crank for power monitoring duties.
Post by: T42 on 02 December, 2015, 10:38:41 am
Now hoping customs will be gentle with me. Last one I bought S-A declared a value of $1.50 and it went through OK. Fingers crossed.
Post by: mcshroom on 02 December, 2015, 05:38:07 pm
Post by: bumper on 02 December, 2015, 05:40:02 pm
&
a Topeak pro 20 multitool, in GOLD ;D
Post by: Auntie Helen on 02 December, 2015, 09:29:00 pm
Fortunately the bike shop sold one that fit for 6,99€.
Got home, used it successfully, and then found I had one in my new toolkit. So now I have two. Handy.
Post by: orienteer on 02 December, 2015, 09:34:37 pm
Post by: robgul on 02 December, 2015, 10:04:01 pm
Rob
Post by: DDCyclist on 03 December, 2015, 08:11:03 am
You'll be able to remove both pedals simultaneously in future, thus saving time. :)
Only if one's a Linkskurbelabzieher and the other's a Rechtskurbelabzieher.
I love the way Germans string short words together to make huge almost incomprehensible ones. With language constructs like that did they really need Enigma machines? How do they expect incoming foreign nationals to find the kreisverwaltungsreferat to register?
Post by: Kim on 03 December, 2015, 12:47:23 pm
I love the way Germans string short words together to make huge almost incomprehensible ones. With language constructs like that did they really need Enigma machines? How do they expect incoming foreign nationals to find the kreisverwaltungsreferat to register?
Germans and Java programmers. But at least the language that gave us constructs like "AbstractSingletonProxyFactoryBean" and "Runtime runtime = Runtime.getRuntime();" is slightly easier to read.
I seem equally proficient at generating NullPointerExceptions in both languages...
Post by: T42 on 03 December, 2015, 02:13:04 pm
...
I love the way Germans string short words together to make huge almost incomprehensible ones. With language constructs like that did they really need Enigma machines? How do they expect incoming foreign nationals to find the kreisverwaltungsreferat to register?
Easy: it's in the Einbahnstraße.
Post by: bumper on 08 December, 2015, 07:20:47 pm
It's rather pretty, better than the crappy black sticker it's replacing.
Post by: tiermat on 09 December, 2015, 03:54:35 pm
Shall go and pick it up tomorrow.
Post by: fuzzy on 09 December, 2015, 04:28:43 pm
Finally got around to ordering my new GPS.
Shall go and pick it up tomorrow.
Is that a 'His' or 'Hers' flavour GPS?
;)
(For a value of clue, see here and following posts (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=46587.msg1956120#msg1956120))
Post by: tiermat on 09 December, 2015, 04:31:20 pm
Finally got around to ordering my new GPS.
Shall go and pick it up tomorrow.
Is that a 'His' or 'Hers' flavour GPS?
;)
(For a value of clue, see here and following posts (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=46587.msg1956120#msg1956120))
MINE! :)
PS: I got what you meant, straight away!
Post by: tiermat on 10 December, 2015, 01:32:10 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 10 December, 2015, 04:32:50 pm
But don't tell the wife
Post by: Torslanda on 10 December, 2015, 05:02:30 pm
Picked it up today, oooo, the shiney....
This can lead to all kinds of no good!
Next you'll be plotting routes and your mind will be drifting to matters Catalan and practising Spanish with a Yorkshire accent . . .
Post by: bumper on 11 December, 2015, 01:20:24 pm
TART :-*
Post by: Torslanda on 11 December, 2015, 02:38:44 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 11 December, 2015, 04:28:46 pm
I also bought some flashy lights that mount onto the hub and make pretty patterns . It's about as seasonal as I'll get apart from the Christmas Decoration of Awesomeness which will be switched on for the 1st time on Sunday. It's going to adorn my bike for December's Chorlton Wander. Pictures may follow.
Post by: bumper on 11 December, 2015, 04:31:14 pm
Saying nothing . . .
You don't need to.
My wife has already said it all ;D
Post by: T42 on 11 December, 2015, 05:50:20 pm
Post by: jsabine on 12 December, 2015, 12:16:37 pm
It would be wrong to put your beloved at risk by encouraging them to take the first ride on an untested, and therefore potentially dangerous, new bicycle.
How you resolve mutually contradictory statements is entirely up to you.
Post by: Kim on 12 December, 2015, 12:29:35 pm
Post by: DDCyclist on 12 December, 2015, 01:42:25 pm
It would be wrong to steal the first ride on someone else's pristine new bicycle, and thereby knock the shine off it.
It would be wrong to put your beloved at risk by encouraging them to take the first ride on an untested, and therefore potentially dangerous, new bicycle.
How you resolve mutually contradictory statements is entirely up to you.
Flipping a coin can break a stalemate in contradictory choices. It's usually better to do something random than do nothing at all. (No-one irritates me more than a Mavis Riley impersonator).
Post by: Ian123 on 13 December, 2015, 10:25:01 am
Post by: rafletcher on 22 December, 2015, 01:29:23 pm
Post by: Karla on 22 December, 2015, 01:59:01 pm
I love the way Germans string short words together to make huge almost incomprehensible ones. With language constructs like that did they really need Enigma machines? How do they expect incoming foreign nationals to find the kreisverwaltungsreferat to register?
Germans and Java programmers. But at least the language that gave us constructs like "AbstractSingletonProxyFactoryBean" and "Runtime runtime = Runtime.getRuntime();" is slightly easier to read.
I seem equally proficient at generating NullPointerExceptions in both languages...
[goes looking for an Enigma emulator written in Java]
Post by: TimO on 02 January, 2016, 01:13:56 pm
Whilst it does the job, there is no adjustment left for the brake reach, and once the chain "stretches" a bit, I run the risk of the pads rubbing on the tyre.
So, I just ordered a set of Tektro R539s, off of eBay, which should have adequate reach coverage.
I'll put the Campags back into the spare bits box. At £18 the pair, I'll still save money, the cost of public transport for a few days without brakes would be more!
Post by: Canardly on 02 January, 2016, 01:25:19 pm
Post by: zigzag on 05 January, 2016, 11:21:46 pm
Post by: Jurek on 07 January, 2016, 04:16:35 pm
Post by: tiermat on 13 January, 2016, 11:43:29 am
Post by: bumper on 16 January, 2016, 02:26:53 pm
Post by: Canardly on 16 January, 2016, 02:28:31 pm
Post by: Vince on 16 January, 2016, 02:36:34 pm
Post by: Canardly on 16 January, 2016, 03:04:18 pm
Post by: zigzag on 16 January, 2016, 04:36:48 pm
Post by: Karla on 29 January, 2016, 02:01:41 pm
I got a pair of these with a bike five years ago. Since then they've seen hard use on everything from PBP to CX racing. I've broken a spoke and have decided that other spokes going is now a non-trivial possibility, so they're being demoted to turbo wheels. They've been so good though that their replacements are exactly the same.
Post by: cygnet on 30 January, 2016, 06:47:12 pm
Now what I need is a go-faster frame. May end up with one like fboabs upthread.
Post by: andrewc on 30 January, 2016, 06:59:04 pm
Post by: BrianI on 15 February, 2016, 05:25:48 pm
An Old Man Mountain Sherpa rack, to give my mountain bike some luggage capacity.
Funnily enough I bought a new rack for my decathlon mtbso bike. Previously I had fitted a generic rack which used 1" wide spacers to clear the mechanical disc caliper. But I found this didn't help with heel clearance with paniers, nor did it allow me to fit skidii single wheel trailer as the rack was too wide.
So today browsing go outdoors, I saw an axiom streamliner disc dlx rack, which used an extension plate to put the pannier legs far enough back to clear the mechanical disc caliper. Bought it, fitted it this afternoon, and yes it clears the brake caliper, and since the rack legs are flush with the frame, I can also fit skidii single wheel trailer as well!!!
It also looks like the new rack is further back, so hopefully no heel clearance issues with panniers!
I now have more racks, than bikes.....
Post by: citoyen on 15 February, 2016, 05:47:22 pm
OK, so Conti Grandsport are not my first choice of tyre, and I'm not sure I'll be wearing the kit very often, but I'm not going to turn my nose up at free stuff. In any case, the wheels look like they're probably worth the money even without the freebies - they're over 500g lighter than the wheels they're replacing.
Post by: Quint on 15 February, 2016, 08:07:31 pm
An Old Man Mountain Sherpa rack, to give my mountain bike some luggage capacity.
Funnily enough I bought a new rack for my decathlon mtbso bike. Previously I had fitted a generic rack which used 1" wide spacers to clear the mechanical disc caliper. But I found this didn't help with heel clearance with paniers, nor did it allow me to fit skidii single wheel trailer as the rack was too wide.
So today browsing go outdoors, I saw an axiom streamliner disc dlx rack, which used an extension plate to put the pannier legs far enough back to clear the mechanical disc caliper. Bought it, fitted it this afternoon, and yes it clears the brake caliper, and since the rack legs are flush with the frame, I can also fit skidii single wheel trailer as well!!!
It also looks like the new rack is further back, so hopefully no heel clearance issues with panniers!
I now have more racks, than bikes.....
Well the obvious answer is = = = You need another bike/trike
Post by: vorsprung on 16 February, 2016, 01:03:55 pm
Post by: fuaran on 16 February, 2016, 05:10:44 pm
Post by: BrianI on 17 February, 2016, 09:29:55 am
A Vulpine Thermal Storm Cap. Fleece lined with ear flaps, it is rather cosy, and orange.
I should have had my specs on, as I read that as a Vulpine Thermal Storm Cup, which I thought why did it have fleece lining and thermal ear flaps?!? ;D
Post by: Quint on 17 February, 2016, 06:29:15 pm
Post by: zigzag on 23 February, 2016, 09:40:47 pm
Post by: fuaran on 24 February, 2016, 07:57:31 pm
Now to learn how to use it, and have a go at truing a wheel.
Post by: fuzzy on 25 February, 2016, 02:01:40 pm
Post by: tiermat on 25 February, 2016, 02:58:01 pm
Sorted on the luggage front, now
Post by: Kim on 26 February, 2016, 03:05:56 pm
Also another CO2 inflator head (they're cheap enough to have one per bike) that was out of stock last time I ordered from Wiggle.
Post by: robgul on 26 February, 2016, 04:12:34 pm
Rob
Post by: fuzzy on 26 February, 2016, 04:20:01 pm
I also acquired for a not many of sheckles, a pre loved Ice Trike Sprint for the school. This will involve borrowing the shop demo Brompton, strapping it Brommie rack to Ice Trike rack, riding to school on the trike and riding home on the Brommie.
I'm looking forward to that :D
Post by: Kim on 26 February, 2016, 04:24:50 pm
Post by: fuzzy on 26 February, 2016, 04:47:40 pm
Post by: Canardly on 26 February, 2016, 07:37:37 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 26 February, 2016, 11:07:46 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 28 February, 2016, 12:52:26 am
Post by: Mr Larrington on 28 February, 2016, 01:05:25 pm
No. But if I did have the odd 2 grand to spare (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-Campagnolo-frame-building-workshop-toolbox-toolcase-Nuovo-Super-Record-/151995135794?hash=item23639db732:g:hDcAAOSw-zxWp315) . . .
WANT!!1!
A Chap can never have too many tools.
Post by: Morat on 28 February, 2016, 09:35:31 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 28 February, 2016, 09:43:21 pm
No. But if I did have the odd 2 grand to spare (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-Campagnolo-frame-building-workshop-toolbox-toolcase-Nuovo-Super-Record-/151995135794?hash=item23639db732:g:hDcAAOSw-zxWp315) . . .
WANT!!1!
A Chap can never have too many tools.
I've got one of those in Oz. A lovely piece of kit generally with only a couple of average items.
Post by: Vince on 28 February, 2016, 09:46:40 pm
No. But if I did have the odd 2 grand to spare (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-Campagnolo-frame-building-workshop-toolbox-toolcase-Nuovo-Super-Record-/151995135794?hash=item23639db732:g:hDcAAOSw-zxWp315) . . .Drool!
Post by: vantage on 29 February, 2016, 03:45:26 pm
Because not a single feckin lbs (not even Evans) around the Urmston/Trafford area has a 31.8 46cm drop bar for under 20 quid!
So the bike is off the road till next Monday at the earliest. :demon:
Post by: Torslanda on 29 February, 2016, 04:42:38 pm
Post by: David Martin on 29 February, 2016, 05:04:12 pm
Post by: Ham on 01 March, 2016, 08:50:24 am
The construction is standard good Altura, meaning that they are what they say - waterproof, welded taped seams with zip pockets (one outside, two inside), a drawstring top and R&K fittings. To me this means that they are waterproof and will stand up to the occasional use for touring etc well; if used for London commuting they would likely stop being waterproof after a year or so. Reasonably lightweight - 1.8Kg the pair.
Anyone interested, there is an Evans website code valid to the end of today (1/3) for £10 off minimum of £75 spend on their new website -"GOLIVE" (I bought a pair of shoes @ 30% off)
Post by: Torslanda on 01 March, 2016, 09:24:05 am
. . . but I won't get it until after Easter, from the most incredible collection of steel road frames I have ever seen. Gazelle, Colnago, Bianchi. You name it, the guy's probably got it.
Components? Ever wondered where all the polished Centaur or champagne 105 or tricolor 600 went to? Pantographed Benotto, Colnago, Gios, the works.
I'll be visiting while we are in the Netherlands early April. This could get messy - or expensive - or both!
Post by: Jakob W on 01 March, 2016, 10:44:19 am
Post by: TimC on 01 March, 2016, 10:49:37 am
A frame . . .
. . . but I won't get it until after Easter, from the most incredible collection of steel road frames I have ever seen. Gazelle, Colnago, Bianchi. You name it, the guy's probably got it.
Components? Ever wondered where all the polished Centaur or champagne 105 or tricolor 600 went to? Pantographed Benotto, Colnago, Gios, the works.
I'll be visiting while we are in the Netherlands early April. This could get messy - or expensive - or both!
Ooh, I have a hankering for a Colnago Master or a steel Bianchi....
Post by: fuzzy on 02 March, 2016, 02:07:51 pm
No. But if I did have the odd 2 grand to spare (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-Campagnolo-frame-building-workshop-toolbox-toolcase-Nuovo-Super-Record-/151995135794?hash=item23639db732:g:hDcAAOSw-zxWp315) . . .
Shirley it could be put down as a legitimate business expense...........
Post by: epa611 on 02 March, 2016, 02:17:15 pm
End Caps 1,6 mm 10 pieces
XT V-Brake Set BR-T780 black
Master Link 2 in 1 Closer und Opener
Deore Gear Shifters Set Rapidfire SL-M590
Deore Brakelever BL-T610 set incl. wires black
Alivio Cassette CS-HG400 9-speed 11-34
X9-73 Chain 9-speed
Brake Cable M-System 5 metre black
Gear Cable OT-SP41 5 metre black
End Caps Gear Cable (10 pieces)
End Caps Gear Wire 10 pieces
Post by: Si S on 02 March, 2016, 02:46:23 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 02 March, 2016, 09:17:04 pm
No. But if I did have the odd 2 grand to spare (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-Campagnolo-frame-building-workshop-toolbox-toolcase-Nuovo-Super-Record-/151995135794?hash=item23639db732:g:hDcAAOSw-zxWp315) . . .
Shirley it could be put down as a legitimate business expense...........
It's about 4 times the bank balance ATM. I neither have nor want an overdraft facility.
Post by: Jurek on 09 March, 2016, 02:29:03 pm
Yes, I know I already have a pair, but they're fast approaching a decade of use and my ancient Cateye EL530s have finally expired - leaving me without a back-up light, and Evan$ had them down from £80.00 to £64.00, plus I had a Here's-a-voucher-for-a-tenner-cos we've-been-outstandingly-carp-recently, from them. So it didn't make much sense not to.
Oh, and a couple of Exposure cleats, for that click of satisfaction.
Verdict on the new ones?
Fewer pounds, more brightness. :thumbsup:
Post by: Tim Hall on 09 March, 2016, 03:07:08 pm
A pair of Hope Vision 1s.This fact was cause of much merriment, and indeed childish giggling on a FNRTTC (the Southend one where you missed the start). We were hanging around in deepest Essex, waiting for someone to fix a puncture. People were pootling up and down the road, to keep warm and occupied. Pippsy, who was riding the front of the Pino, decided an approaching rider was you. "That's Jurek" she said "He's got two Hopes" <pause> "Bob Hope and ..."<trail off into childish giggling>
I guess you had to be there.
Anyway, today I bought one of those gear hanger alignment tools.
Post by: Jurek on 09 March, 2016, 03:12:09 pm
More 'you left without me'.
I thought I did well to catch you.
Post by: hatler on 09 March, 2016, 03:22:22 pm
Anyway, today I bought one of those gear hanger alignment tools.I got one of those recently. Very useful. It's been deployed twice and has produced a result both times. A very useful tool in the armoury.
Post by: cycleman on 09 March, 2016, 08:12:41 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 09 March, 2016, 08:54:06 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 09 March, 2016, 11:39:39 pm
do new merino base layers count?
I reckon so. That's the cycling-related thing I bought today, anyhow!
Post by: Kim on 09 March, 2016, 11:46:23 pm
do new merino base layers count?
I reckon so. That's the cycling-related thing I bought today, anyhow!
Since we don't have a "Binned any cycling stuff today?" thread, I suppose I could mention those as well. A couple of my older ones had become holes tied together with string. Should probably invest in some more at some point.
Post by: citoyen on 10 March, 2016, 12:01:17 pm
Anyway, today I bought one of those gear hanger alignment tools.
Having tried to use one of those in the past, I'm of the opinion that you're better off just buying a replacement gear hanger (assuming your gear hanger is replaceable, of course).
Post by: Kim on 10 March, 2016, 01:45:33 pm
Anyway, today I bought one of those gear hanger alignment tools.
Having tried to use one of those in the past, I'm of the opinion that you're better off just buying a replacement gear hanger (assuming your gear hanger is replaceable, of course).
Well yes. They're for non-replacable steel hangers. Cheesy alloy hangers are sacrificial.
Post by: zigzag on 14 March, 2016, 08:32:47 pm
Post by: Bledlow on 14 March, 2016, 11:10:39 pm
Steel hangers are usually replaceable in my experience. Requires the assistance of someone who has the tools & skills to separate the ruined hanger from the frame & stick a new one on (a process requiring enough heat to melt a bit of metal), & some new paint when it's all cooled down, but it's doable. ;DAnyway, today I bought one of those gear hanger alignment tools.
Having tried to use one of those in the past, I'm of the opinion that you're better off just buying a replacement gear hanger (assuming your gear hanger is replaceable, of course).
Well yes. They're for non-replacable steel hangers. Cheesy alloy hangers are sacrificial.
Post by: Torslanda on 14 March, 2016, 11:36:04 pm
Post by: Kim on 14 March, 2016, 11:43:40 pm
Steel hangers are usually replaceable in my experience. Requires the assistance of someone who has the tools & skills to separate the ruined hanger from the frame & stick a new one on (a process requiring enough heat to melt a bit of metal), & some new paint when it's all cooled down, but it's doable. ;D
That's a bit like saying that with a dremel, a full SMD rework bench and a 3D printer to molish a new plastic case everything has user-serviceable parts inside...
(I've got an alloy hanger that I successfully straightened using vice and adjustable spanner tactics, but I don't really trust it and a new one was a few quid.)
Post by: Bledlow on 15 March, 2016, 10:28:08 am
Post by: Torslanda on 15 March, 2016, 08:03:53 pm
If you lock a 10mm axle into the hanger it makes an excellent pointer. The mech pivot needs to be in line with the rear axle. Slip an old handlebar over the pointer and bend. Gently but firmly. A bit at a time.
Don't ever try it without the wheel in the frame . . .
Post by: mcshroom on 17 March, 2016, 09:17:34 am
(http://www.climbers-shop.com/images/flapjack-courier.jpg)
:)
Post by: jhob on 17 March, 2016, 08:03:34 pm
A merino buff (ebay, £12)
A madison apex rain jacket (£90)
A pair of toe straps (£3)
Last week I purchased:
Deda parabolica aerobars for just £20, secondhand but in as-new condition.
Post by: cycleman on 18 March, 2016, 09:17:14 am
Post by: vantage on 18 March, 2016, 02:47:50 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 18 March, 2016, 03:12:03 pm
Post by: TimC on 18 March, 2016, 04:38:05 pm
Post by: Ruthie on 23 March, 2016, 11:39:30 am
Topeak road morph. I'm not sacrificing a bottle cage so it'll be cable tied to one of the tubes.
Post by: Kim on 23 March, 2016, 12:32:47 pm
A new pump. I lost the innards out of my old one :facepalm: and couldn't source any new ones, so we'll see how this one does.
Topeak road morph. I'm not sacrificing a bottle cage so it'll be cable tied to one of the tubes.
The Road Morph bottle cage mount fits behind the bottle cage, no sacrifice needed.
Post by: Ruthie on 23 March, 2016, 02:47:10 pm
A new pump. I lost the innards out of my old one :facepalm: and couldn't source any new ones, so we'll see how this one does.
Topeak road morph. I'm not sacrificing a bottle cage so it'll be cable tied to one of the tubes.
The Road Morph bottle cage mount fits behind the bottle cage, no sacrifice needed.
Do you have to buy that separately?
Post by: hatler on 23 March, 2016, 03:03:23 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 23 March, 2016, 03:28:41 pm
Post by: Ruthie on 23 March, 2016, 03:37:41 pm
My bracket is one that fixes directly over the bottle cage holes so takes the place of a bottle cage. Perhaps they've changed design since 2011 though.
So is the one that came with the pump. It has cable tie holes though, so you can mount it on one of the tubes.
Post by: mcshroom on 23 March, 2016, 03:40:49 pm
*That would be a mount for mounting the pump next to the cage, and that mount would be in a box. Not a cage in a box obviously :P
Post by: Ruthie on 23 March, 2016, 03:43:11 pm
I may have one for mounting it next to the cage in a box*. I'll have a look when I get home.
*That would be a mount for mounting the pump next to the cage, and that mount would be in a box. Not a cage in a box obviously :P
Yeah, the pump came in a box, so if I wanted to mount the pump next to a cage in a box. I could easily do it with sellotape.
Post by: Kim on 23 March, 2016, 04:59:12 pm
The Road Morph bottle cage mount fits behind the bottle cage, no sacrifice needed.
Do you have to buy that separately?
I bought mine second-hand and it came with both the bottle cage and cable-tie-to-a-random-tube (which now I think about it might also be able to mount to cage bosses, in a sacrificial kind of way) brackets. Not sure what's standard-issue.
And I think barakta's lost the sellotape, so that's not an option.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 23 March, 2016, 06:09:26 pm
I've bought far too much stuff lately. Today's most exciting purchase (amongst the large pile of boxes Mr Postman had left) was a pair of Northwave Extreme Tech SBS shoes, bought via Wiggle's Ebay outlet place for a decent price, because I wanted some carbon-soled MTB shoes.
Post by: Ruthie on 24 March, 2016, 12:05:22 am
Post by: L CC on 27 March, 2016, 06:09:28 pm
Post by: Kim on 27 March, 2016, 06:10:05 pm
Post by: L CC on 27 March, 2016, 06:17:22 pm
We Shall See.
Post by: tiermat on 27 March, 2016, 07:48:28 pm
Post by: Quint on 28 March, 2016, 03:33:33 pm
Post by: Morat on 28 March, 2016, 03:57:52 pm
So near... so far....
Post by: tiermat on 28 March, 2016, 06:07:49 pm
Osprey backpack.
Maybe, now, I should order something mundane but useful like an 11 speed quick link and some spare brake pads!
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 28 March, 2016, 08:51:02 pm
I nearly bought a re-usable 11sp quicklink, but my phone has forgotten my wiggle login.
So near... so far....
I find the Wiggle app constantly requires me to log in, to the extent that I just don't bother with it and use the website instead. :-\
Post by: tiermat on 29 March, 2016, 10:17:27 am
Maybe, now, I should order something mundane but useful like an 11 speed quick link and some spare brake pads!
4 quicklinks and 2 pairs of pads ordered (ordered the pads from bikediscount, even including delivery from the Fatherland they were about £3/pr than I could them here!)
Post by: Moultonaught on 30 March, 2016, 10:26:33 am
Brake and gear inner and outer cables and brake blocks for the Dahon, as braking whilst on the commute has become 'interesting'.
Post by: Jon on 30 March, 2016, 11:13:47 am
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 30 March, 2016, 02:09:30 pm
Also, some clip-on mudguards for the "summer" bike, because Scotland. ::-)
Post by: Kim on 30 March, 2016, 02:12:13 pm
Yet more cycling shoes (pretty sure I have more cycling shoes than non-cycling shoes)
I achieved this some time ago, which was vaguely discombobulating, as I've always been of the belief that "3 pairs of shoes ought to be enough for anyone".
Thinking about it some more, I now have more *bikes* than non-cycling shoes, which means I must be doing something right.
Post by: fuzzy on 01 April, 2016, 01:58:41 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 02 April, 2016, 12:16:27 pm
Post by: De Sisti on 02 April, 2016, 02:29:51 pm
Post by: Quint on 02 April, 2016, 04:19:05 pm
Post by: Vince on 04 April, 2016, 10:13:39 am
Why is it I go into Evans and feel completely uninspired by anything on display?
Post by: billplumtree on 04 April, 2016, 12:24:27 pm
A pair of off road shoes from Merlin, half price and the sizing is spot on also the usual excellent speedy service that is normal with Merlin, all I have to do is trim the beard and hair and I shall look quite dapper (well, almost)
Your new shoes have a beard and hair? :o
Post by: BrianI on 05 April, 2016, 04:01:52 pm
A rather nice On One Mary Bar for my decathlon mtbso/commuter/rigid off road pootler. In white* to match the On One rigid fork I fitted last year! The mary bars do look rather comfy, might need to change stem lenghth though. A couple of spare inner tubes in 26" flavour for the mtb as well as a set of half clips (strapless toeclips)
*also white was cheaper than getting them in black!
Post by: ElyDave on 05 April, 2016, 04:08:09 pm
one of these http://m5ligfietsen.nl/site/EN/Models/M-Racer (http://m5ligfietsen.nl/site/EN/Models/M-Racer)
(http://m5ligfietsen.nl/uploads/Itemizer/1780.1.jpg)
Now to sort out the spec for all the extra bits
Post by: BrianI on 05 April, 2016, 04:26:51 pm
http://m5ligfietsen.nl/site/EN/Models/26_26_and_26_20_low_bar (http://m5ligfietsen.nl/site/EN/Models/26_26_and_26_20_low_bar) Perhaps one of these will be my 40th birthday treat to myself in a couple of years time! ;D
Post by: Vince on 06 April, 2016, 09:46:56 am
Post by: Tim Hall on 11 April, 2016, 09:14:13 pm
Post by: BrianI on 12 April, 2016, 12:55:37 pm
A pair of Vittoria/Geax sigauro 26x2.0 knobblies (12.99 each. Look ideal for exploring the country side on compared to my 26x1.75 Schwalbe land cruisers). Didn't really need them, but looked a good bargain. Couple of packs of inner tubes
Two pair of btwin branded baggies & pair of liner shorts, tyre levers, and best of all a new mtbing backpack - Quechua helium 17. That plus rack pack / bar bag should be sufficient for my planned day rides on Skye! ( rather than using my ortlieb rear roller panniers...
Also bought new sat nav, Garmin nuvi 55 with lifetime map update s. More cost effective to buy a new one than pay to update maps on my ancient tom tom one xl!
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Post by: bikepacker on 12 April, 2016, 10:42:12 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 12 April, 2016, 10:46:09 pm
A PC Hipsta (https://pchipsta.tumblr.com/) cycling cap. Because I'm worth it.And it's arrived. For a "one size fits all", it does a good job on my large bonce.
Damn, I look good in it.
Post by: Polar Bear on 13 April, 2016, 11:49:52 am
Thanks very much Chrisonabike. :thumbsup:
Post by: fuzzy on 13 April, 2016, 02:05:02 pm
Post by: tiermat on 13 April, 2016, 03:02:04 pm
Think I have everything covered now :)
Post by: Kim on 13 April, 2016, 03:21:55 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 13 April, 2016, 10:39:45 pm
Post by: sg37409 on 14 April, 2016, 12:12:35 pm
Was too busy with stuff to even open it. :(
It advises not to carry passengers on it. Will test this out at the weekend.
Post by: Jakob W on 15 April, 2016, 05:25:21 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 15 April, 2016, 07:58:56 pm
Had a little accident in the rapha sample sale - wind jacket, L/S country jersey, cap and merino boxers. Given that it came to less than the RRP of the jersey alone (and that I resisted spending about the same again on other bits!), I reckon I did OK...
Were there decent bargains to be had, then? There's one of those sales coming up here in a few weeks' time, and I'm wondering whether it's worth taking a morning off work and going early!
Post by: Jakob W on 15 April, 2016, 08:36:29 pm
Obviously all discontinued versions/colours and the odd sample - lots of team Sky kit. I could be tempted to go back at the weekend and see how much they refresh the stock, but I suspect it will be a rugby scrum, and I really shouldn't spend any more!
It was quite low-key this afternoon; had a nice chat with a bloke wheeling in his Mason Definition, and ogled some other bikes as well, including a dyno-hubbed drop-bar Moulton.
Post by: tiermat on 16 April, 2016, 02:32:04 pm
2*CTC bike bags, packing for the use of.
Think I have everything covered now :)
Wrong! The placing of bikes in bags for the bus journey is about protecting other people's bags from oil and dirt. Hence a CTC bag is not needed. A bit of lateral thinking, and a few emails back and forth had me thinking large bin bags would do. A trip to B&M later saw me £1.99 lighter, but with a roll of 15 wheelie bin bags, of which 2 will completely cover the bike.
Post by: citoyen on 16 April, 2016, 04:18:37 pm
Anyone know if these are any good? I guess I'll find out on tomorrow's ride...
Post by: Canardly on 17 April, 2016, 10:40:22 am
Post by: cygnet on 19 April, 2016, 10:37:57 pm
Now what I need is a go-faster frame. May end up with one like fboabs upthread.
A go-faster frame arrived today, of a similar provenance...
Working out which components I forgot/thought I had but don't/can't find.
Post by: T42 on 20 April, 2016, 10:25:13 am
Post by: Si S on 21 April, 2016, 08:01:53 am
While I was there some morvelo armwarmers since I'm cheesed off with my Defeet ones rolling down all the time, and new cleats for the summer shoes, that'll scupper the weather ::-)
Post by: ElyDave on 23 April, 2016, 01:10:05 pm
Taps fingers impatiently :)
Post by: Bledlow on 23 April, 2016, 09:16:12 pm
Post by: DrMekon on 24 April, 2016, 10:25:37 am
Post by: andrewc on 24 April, 2016, 09:28:44 pm
Post by: cygnet on 26 April, 2016, 11:20:24 pm
Post by: Si S on 27 April, 2016, 12:25:30 pm
Post by: vorsprung on 27 April, 2016, 02:39:46 pm
My wallet is still smouldering
Details/ photos elsewhere on yacf or my blog when I get a few minutes
Post by: zigzag on 28 April, 2016, 11:31:16 am
Post by: Chris S on 29 April, 2016, 08:39:42 pm
(click to show/hide)
Post by: Jakob W on 30 April, 2016, 09:02:27 am
Post by: T42 on 30 April, 2016, 09:14:58 am
Post by: Chris S on 30 April, 2016, 09:52:10 am
Chris S, Vorsprung: pics or it didn't happen!
Not brand new, but new to us. It's lovely :D
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1675/26452671270_59151d8d07_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/GiwRz9)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1559/26118978724_a982a26832_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/FN3Apo)
Post by: Jurek on 30 April, 2016, 09:58:24 am
Stoker in charge of gears. Is that usual?
Post by: Chris S on 30 April, 2016, 10:01:05 am
Ver' nice.
Stoker in charge of gears. Is that usual?
More common on racing tandems, yes.
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 30 April, 2016, 10:05:06 am
I suggest deep section Al rims and Velox rim tape or Veloplugs if you are going to use it on big hills.
Post by: T42 on 30 April, 2016, 10:53:12 am
Post by: Jakob W on 30 April, 2016, 05:27:13 pm
Post by: Ham on 03 May, 2016, 07:13:42 pm
http://www.morvelo.com/fuck-cancer-socks.html
Post by: Vince on 03 May, 2016, 11:57:02 pm
Thanks for the reminder
Post by: Tim Hall on 04 May, 2016, 09:21:08 am
A pair of Morvelo fuck cancer socks, back in stock for a short while.
Thanks for the reminder
Ah. Excellent, so have I.
Post by: TheLurker on 04 May, 2016, 11:23:28 am
*Only it's not Giles' any more
**Not me then. :(
Post by: Kim on 04 May, 2016, 01:02:10 pm
A pair of Morvelo fuck cancer socks, back in stock for a short while.
Thanks for the reminder
Ah. Excellent, so have I.
+1
Post by: Jakob W on 04 May, 2016, 01:08:00 pm
A pair of Morvelo fuck cancer socks, back in stock for a short while.
Thanks for the reminder
Ah. Excellent, so have I.
+1
+2
Post by: Ham on 04 May, 2016, 02:12:03 pm
Post by: zigzag on 04 May, 2016, 05:01:25 pm
Post by: fuzzy on 05 May, 2016, 12:17:31 pm
Extreme stuffs there zigzag :thumbsup:
With maybe a little ;)
Post by: Tim Hall on 05 May, 2016, 12:23:32 pm
A seven day audax in Italy on a TT bike?
Extreme stuffs there zigzag :thumbsup:
With maybe a little ;)
Yebuut he'll do it in 5.
Post by: zigzag on 05 May, 2016, 12:37:06 pm
Post by: Karla on 06 May, 2016, 04:38:23 pm
Ver' nice.
Stoker in charge of gears. Is that usual?
More common on racing tandems, yes.
Mark Arnold (a former 12 hour champion) and Chris Hopkinson are tandemming this year. They're doing a 50 this weekend, in preparation for the 24 in July.
Here's their bike, which also has stoker-operated gears.
(http://i567.photobucket.com/albums/ss120/PNuTAPi/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20160506_140902_zps28vfkj7f.jpg)
Post by: L CC on 06 May, 2016, 09:23:36 pm
Post by: BrianI on 13 May, 2016, 06:16:12 pm
*Bike Shop Scotland, Dunfermline, 2 mins from home!
Post by: TimC on 14 May, 2016, 07:06:42 am
Post by: Ham on 14 May, 2016, 07:12:23 am
I am pleased to report that the new, like the old, is a Sue.
Some interesting minor tweaks to the design, which appear to be improvements, viz strengthened the side loop substantially (no sign of issue from the old one, tbh), improved the laptop location by adding a simple pocket fixed to the back plate, altered the latching device so that it will be automatically latched, replaced the riveted name plate with an embossed leather. I'm not sure that the change from nylon to metal shoulder strap latches is a positive one (although clearly others use the shoulder strap more than I do - hence the reinforcement). The rubber top handle has been lost (shame) and the area of weakness at the join of the top flap hasn't been addressed, but it is only a weakness if you handle it wrongly by lifting by the flap, which unfortunately is a natural thing to do.
I should point out that the old one is only 10 (?) years old and there's life in it yet, but aforesaid area of weakness and general advancing age has prompted me to replace the best commuting pannier I have ever used.
All I need to do now is find some way of transferring the patina...... it will feel unnatural to use a new carradice.
Post by: ElyDave on 15 May, 2016, 08:58:24 am
Shifters - XT
Front and rear mechs - XT long cage and ultegra
Chains x 3
Brakes - BB7 Road
Brake Levers - R780
Bar tape
Still need
crankset and BB - probably go compact 50/34
Cassette - probably something like 11-40
Brake cable outer
cables
mirror
Post by: tiermat on 15 May, 2016, 09:09:05 am
Not cycling related, but I ordered 2 new sleeping bags and a polo shirt at the same time (the joys of shopping on sportpursuit)
Post by: orienteer on 16 May, 2016, 01:13:57 pm
Post by: billplumtree on 16 May, 2016, 01:37:42 pm
Post by: fuzzy on 17 May, 2016, 02:06:39 pm
Camelbak, baggies & padded undershorts for a charity MTB ride through Kruger National Park at the beginning of next month.
Don't forget the Man Eating Feline repellent and SMIDSY antelope radar.
Post by: Jurek on 20 May, 2016, 11:23:32 am
I didn't know such a thing existed until someone on LFGSS mentioned them.
The solution to having a pair of dry shoes for the ride home from work on a rainy day.
Genius.
Post by: trekker12 on 20 May, 2016, 11:32:53 am
A B17 in honey. Mrs Trekkers birthday present to me. Can't wait to start breaking it in on Wednesday
ETA
Fizik honey bar tape (couldn't quite bring myself to buy the Brooks stuff) and proofide
Post by: Kim on 20 May, 2016, 01:22:08 pm
Post by: Polar Bear on 20 May, 2016, 01:43:00 pm
Chains, lots of chains.
Is there a bargain to be had on chains?
Post by: Kim on 20 May, 2016, 01:51:58 pm
Chains, lots of chains.
Is there a bargain to be had on chains?
Not especially, but my recumbent is in more urgent need of
Post by: ElyDave on 20 May, 2016, 03:43:02 pm
Post by: Canardly on 20 May, 2016, 05:29:54 pm
Post by: Mr Larrington on 20 May, 2016, 06:15:28 pm
Chains, lots of chains.
Is there a bargain to be had on chains?
It's been a while since I bought any but CRC used to do 'em cheaper if you bought three at a time, which was well handy for Dark Siders.
Post by: Polar Bear on 25 May, 2016, 06:57:05 pm
Chains, lots of chains.
Is there a bargain to be had on chains?
Not especially, but my recumbent is in more urgent need ofonetwoannahalf than I anticipated.
What do you do with the odd length? Is it enough that you only need two chains next time?
Post by: Kim on 25 May, 2016, 06:59:00 pm
Chains, lots of chains.
Is there a bargain to be had on chains?
Not especially, but my recumbent is in more urgent need ofonetwoannahalf than I anticipated.
What do you do with the odd length? Is it enough that you only need two chains next time?
I've been collecting them, so this may be the time...
Post by: Polar Bear on 25 May, 2016, 07:00:27 pm
2 pairs of shorts as some of my older ones are getting a little see-through!
Just picked two pairs up from Evans near Mordor. They were what I wear, well, second choice, and at a bargainous price. I needed two new pairs so I splashed. :thumbsup:
Post by: Polar Bear on 25 May, 2016, 07:03:01 pm
Chains, lots of chains.
Is there a bargain to be had on chains?
Not especially, but my recumbent is in more urgent need ofonetwoannahalf than I anticipated.
What do you do with the odd length? Is it enough that you only need two chains next time?
I've been collecting them, so this may be the time...
I have a collection of spare links from 114 link sram pc970? chains. I know that they are not supposed to be re-riveted but I might try for experimental purposes when I rebuild the tandem.
Post by: Kim on 25 May, 2016, 07:11:04 pm
Post by: Kim on 26 May, 2016, 07:38:53 pm
Post by: tiermat on 26 May, 2016, 09:00:35 pm
2 pairs of shorts as some of my older ones are getting a little see-through!
Not cycling related, but I ordered 2 new sleeping bags and a polo shirt at the same time (the joys of shopping on sportpursuit)
The shorts arrived today, wore the first pair on a fast ride out. Possibly the most comfortable shorts I have ever worn! The pad is just the right shape and thickness. Time will tell how they stand up to longer rides. FTR they are Craft Move shorts.
Post by: BrianI on 27 May, 2016, 07:24:03 am
Ordered a new pair of touring wheels from my local* lbs for my rebuild my 2008 Dawes Horizon Project! :D i may build a dynohub front wheel later on for dark o clock winter commuting.
*Bike Shop Scotland, Dunfermline, 2 mins from home!
Still no wheels. I wonder if they have forgotten to order them?
Post by: robgul on 27 May, 2016, 07:50:32 am
It turned out to be a "shakedown" in more ways than anticipated as the rear mudguard clip on the brake bridge sheared (didn't stop me riding, just rattled annoyingly. Other than that it was just like an old friend - which it is.
An expensive day out ;D
Rob
Post by: davelodwig on 27 May, 2016, 07:51:07 am
Is it wrong to buy park tools because I like the blue colour?
Post by: Vince on 27 May, 2016, 09:02:30 am
Post by: De Sisti on 27 May, 2016, 09:58:02 am
Post by: epa611 on 27 May, 2016, 11:16:42 am
Post by: davelodwig on 27 May, 2016, 03:29:35 pm
Only if the blue clashes with the colour of your other tools.
Hmmm
I may need to repaint the bike toolbox, so it matches the collection forming in it.
Post by: MagnusOpus on 27 May, 2016, 04:07:16 pm
Post by: BrianI on 28 May, 2016, 02:54:27 pm
Ordered a new pair of touring wheels from my local* lbs for my rebuild my 2008 Dawes Horizon Project! :D i may build a dynohub front wheel later on for dark o clock winter commuting.
*Bike Shop Scotland, Dunfermline, 2 mins from home!
Still no wheels. I wonder if they have forgotten to order them?
Apparently out of stock at dealer, but forgot to phone me to let me know...
Post by: orienteer on 28 May, 2016, 04:33:22 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 28 May, 2016, 06:15:45 pm
Still need a mirror
Post by: Mr Larrington on 30 May, 2016, 03:41:49 pm
Post by: BrianI on 30 May, 2016, 03:52:32 pm
It's amazing how much it all adds up by the time you add in new chainset, 9 speed cassette, 9 speed deraullier, bar end shifters (9 speed), new gear & brake cables and other accoutrements! Still the new wheels to buy from the lbs. Couldn't buy a new touring bike for this price though, so money well spent.
:o
It's only money, but it'll be good to get her up and running again, hopefully for some proper touring this year (with my still to be used in anger skidii single wheeled trailer...)
Hope the car service and MOT on wednesday isn't too expensive, other wise it'll be beans on toast for the rest of the month... :-\
Post by: Vince on 30 May, 2016, 10:16:27 pm
Post by: BrianI on 06 June, 2016, 06:31:28 pm
Pic of them fitted with worn out continental city contacts fitted till lbs gets more marathons in stock.
(https://c6.staticflickr.com/8/7418/27431668861_2420b9eedb_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/HN3trX)2016-06-06_05-46-47 (https://flic.kr/p/HN3trX) by BrianInnesPhotography (https://www.flickr.com/photos/brianinnesphotography/), on Flickr
Post by: tiermat on 09 June, 2016, 12:26:47 pm
A three point rack (I don't really like them, but it's all I can fit to the Renegade)
An Ortlieb Ultimate 6 barbag
A spare bracket for the above
Light brackets to fit the bracket for the bar bag.
The wrong hoods for my brakes
Today:
The RIGHT hoods for my brakes...
Post by: Si S on 09 June, 2016, 12:32:39 pm
A new 26" rear wheel
A rotor to fit new 26" inch wheel ::-)
Headset spacers
Brakes should be turning up tomorrow
Post by: cycleman on 10 June, 2016, 06:44:02 am
Post by: Pedaldog. on 11 June, 2016, 12:42:30 am
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 11 June, 2016, 04:51:15 am
Post by: Mr Larrington on 11 June, 2016, 03:00:40 pm
A pair of second hand Schwalbe tyres for the Trice front wheels. They must be strange 406 size rims as getting old off/new on involved cussing and breaking extra strong tyre levers!
'twas ever thus. Marathon Slicks plus Alex rims = sore thumbs, b0rked tools and Bad Swears.
Post by: Vince on 11 June, 2016, 08:22:41 pm
If it wants me to add a billing address, it should let me instead of having a permanently revolving icon in the middle of the screen.
Post by: Pedaldog. on 12 June, 2016, 12:11:11 am
A pair of second hand Schwalbe tyres for the Trice front wheels. They must be strange 406 size rims as getting old off/new on involved cussing and breaking extra strong tyre levers!
'twas ever thus. Marathon Slicks plus Alex rims = sore thumbs, b0rked tools and Bad Swears.
Looks for new 36 hole rims that are not so sweary!
Post by: fuzzy on 13 June, 2016, 08:28:53 am
Post by: Torslanda on 14 June, 2016, 11:39:43 am
A pair of second hand Schwalbe tyres for the Trice front wheels. They must be strange 406 size rims as getting old off/new on involved cussing and breaking extra strong tyre levers!
'twas ever thus. Marathon Slicks plus Alex rims = sore thumbs, b0rked tools and Bad Swears.
Looks for new 36 hole rims that are not so sweary!
FYI
35mm Kojaks on Dahon/Kinetix rims. Piece of piss.
Post by: BrianI on 19 June, 2016, 08:30:38 pm
A pair of V-Brake noodles with adjusters, as the tektro RL520 drop bar vbrake levers don't have adjusters on them. Should be tidier than inline adjusters.
Picked up a pair of Marathon greenguard 32mms from LBS yesterday (much nicer than the supposed 32mm Continental City Contacts which only measured 28mm)
a Schrader to presta valve hole adaptor doofer, as the bargain basement hybrid wheels I got for not much ££ from lbs has a schrader rim drilling on the rear wheel, and presta on the front... They were supposed to be the same spec.... ::-) But they were cheap and cheerful so will do until I get enough ££ saved up to build a pair of touring wheels with dyno front hub.
And a nice shiny new pair of matt black SKS Bluemels1 in 45mm size, to replace the 8 year old chromoplastics, which shattered as I tried to adjust them to fit along side the pannier rack....
Dread to think how much this project to rebuild my 8 year old Dawes Horizon has cost so far... Probably nearer £400 :o So I think I'll just keep the old pannier rack even if it is looking a bit scruffy and scratched..... :smug:
1Doesn't that make them Blackmels instead?
Post by: zigzag on 19 June, 2016, 08:54:10 pm
Post by: trekker12 on 23 June, 2016, 12:39:45 pm
(http://i.imgur.com/MvEFBuL.jpg)
It will be Mrs Trekkers new touring bike once I've built it :thumbsup:
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 27 June, 2016, 01:13:39 pm
Post by: tiermat on 02 July, 2016, 04:25:55 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 02 July, 2016, 04:50:57 pm
A Pinnacle Arkose. I've been wanting something with discs and room for chunky tyres for a while, and a stealthy black one popped up in the Evans ex-demo section so I took the plunge...
And today I picked it up. Ooh, knobbly tyres. I might do some off-roading! :o (Though I'll be putting some sensible 28mm slicks on the majority of the time...)
Post by: Karla on 13 July, 2016, 10:11:59 pm
Post by: Ashaman42 on 21 July, 2016, 09:08:16 pm
A Carrera Subway 1 for commuting and camping porpoises.
I am excite!
Post by: Vince on 24 July, 2016, 09:49:40 pm
Post by: fuzzy on 26 July, 2016, 01:27:35 pm
Post by: Karla on 26 July, 2016, 01:56:13 pm
Watch out for a Jake appearing in the classifieds section of this board soon!
Post by: Kim on 26 July, 2016, 03:13:58 pm
Post by: andrewc on 30 July, 2016, 09:05:23 pm
Post by: Kim on 09 August, 2016, 09:53:00 pm
From ABROAD, where the useful bike parts come from.
Predictably crap exchange rate. Damn you, brexit!
Post by: ElyDave on 17 August, 2016, 03:23:51 pm
Put in a comedy bid on e-bay to see how high it would go and I'm top bidder.
How to tell her indoors?
Post by: cycleman on 17 August, 2016, 06:51:06 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 20 August, 2016, 09:34:18 am
Post by: ElyDave on 20 August, 2016, 03:09:53 pm
Post by: Kim on 20 August, 2016, 04:08:58 pm
Post by: Quint on 20 August, 2016, 07:33:10 pm
Also a Garmin Edge Navigator for Barbara, it will be cheaper in the end than running three separate computers on her bikes/trike (thinks, I need to catch her up I only have one machine)
Post by: fuaran on 24 August, 2016, 08:24:59 pm
They have a large size - its not bad, but seems not as good a fit as Walz caps for me. Maybe designed for Chris Hoy, not for people with lots of hair...
Post by: Andrew Br on 25 August, 2016, 01:57:06 am
Still, I suppose that what comes of riding your bike and it's cheaper than using the car.
Post by: mark on 25 August, 2016, 02:34:43 am
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 25 August, 2016, 02:38:04 am
Post by: Jakob W on 25 August, 2016, 10:42:46 am
Post by: BrianI on 26 August, 2016, 03:11:24 pm
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0012MI7QE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0012MI7QE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
Probably costs garmin pennies to make...
Post by: TimO on 26 August, 2016, 05:32:53 pm
Some spare narrow inner tubes, since I've had a spate of needing them recently, and exhausted all my current pristine spares.
A box of Torq gels, the Raspberry Ripple ones, which are less acidic and easier to eat than the default energy gel orange flavour.
The whole lot is on Next Day Delivery. I could have ordered it yesterday, but then it would have turned up today, when I was at work, so I had to wait a day to get it delivered on Saturday (I hope!).
Post by: jsabine on 26 August, 2016, 07:52:50 pm
You could probably have specified Saturday delivery and still ordered yesterday - but at even more of a premium.
Post by: Torslanda on 26 August, 2016, 09:52:47 pm
I bet it'll be next working day delivery, and arrive on Monday ...
You could probably have specified Saturday delivery and still ordered yesterday - but at even more of a premium.
Which, in reality, will be Tuesday . . .
Post by: Mr Larrington on 27 August, 2016, 07:58:14 am
I bet it'll be next working day delivery, and arrive on Monday ...
You could probably have specified Saturday delivery and still ordered yesterday - but at even more of a premium.
Which, in reality, will be Tuesday . . .
But the sign outside says "59-Minute Cleaners1"!
That's just the name of the shop, luv!
1: It seems there really is a 59-Minute Cleaners in ["The Death of the Soul" - Mr Sunshine], Alberta.
Post by: TimO on 28 August, 2016, 09:58:16 am
I bet it'll be next working day delivery, and arrive on Monday ...
You could probably have specified Saturday delivery and still ordered yesterday - but at even more of a premium.
If I could have explicitly ordered it like that, I would have, but it wasn't an option.
The most promising approach would have been to an Amazon locker, but Amazon was out of stock of the BB-UN55, which must be one of the most common Bottom Brackets used!
This was a delivery from Wiggle, and here they use DPD for those deliveries. DPD is one of the more reliable delivery companies, and I had tracking that told me I was delivery No 27 that morning. The delivery chap, whose name I was also told, was on delivery No 2, with mine due in around two hours (interestingly, that means he had just over four minutes per delivery, which is certainly very fast :o ).
It did work, and turned up exactly when I was told it would arrive. :thumbsup:
Post by: T42 on 30 August, 2016, 04:37:39 pm
Memo to self: buy spare hoods for more recent Shim STIs before they too disappear.
Now looking forward to a good satisfying fettle.
Post by: De Sisti on 30 August, 2016, 05:01:46 pm
Specialized Comp MTB Shoes
I have a different pair of their MTB Comp shoes, in a different style, without the boa adjuster.
I hope the respective size 45s are similar in size.
I mention this because I had pair of Louis Garneau Monte in size 46, which fitted fine. I tried a pair
of the Louis Garneau Slate in size 46, but they were too small. I can understand different companies
having different interpretations of what a particular size is. But a company having different interpretations
of sizes with their various ranges? No. That should not happen, especially when they tell an on-line
retailer something to the contrary.
Post by: Samuel D on 30 August, 2016, 05:15:18 pm
I was tempted to also order Shimano Freehub Grease, part number Y3B980000. Does anyone have an opinion on these special greases?
Post by: Bledlow on 30 August, 2016, 06:40:29 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 30 August, 2016, 06:59:10 pm
Of course, if you run 475 hubs, you should lay in a stock of spare freehubs in bulk. You're gonna need 'em . . .
Post by: Canardly on 30 August, 2016, 08:06:54 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 31 August, 2016, 07:20:16 pm
Some furtling around with a suitable sized neoprene laptop case suggests that a slim hydration pack will fit between seat and frame without fouling the chain. It just so happens that Mountain Warehouse has one at £15.
I may need to mess around with buckles and straps a bit but that's better than teracycle prices.
Post by: Canardly on 31 August, 2016, 07:31:14 pm
Post by: cycleman on 31 August, 2016, 07:59:12 pm
Post by: Samuel D on 31 August, 2016, 08:39:22 pm
Shimano freehub grease is only any use if you arebravementaldedicated enough to overhaul the freehub. I'd venture to suggest that unless you run Ultegra/DuraAce or XT/XTR it would be a bit of a time consuming exercise for little gain.
I have a Shimano 105 FH-5700 whose pawls very occasionally don’t engage properly (they skip once and then engage). I wonder if that’s because I have sometimes been a bit cavalier with a power hose. And I wondered if I could take it apart to clean and lube the pawls. You say not, then? Is that because it’s technically hard or just time-consuming? I don’t mind time-consuming. I mind buying special tools!
Post by: Torslanda on 31 August, 2016, 09:26:16 pm
A 'Freehub Buddy' may help with forced flushing/lubrication but it appears they're no longer in production.
Post by: Samuel D on 31 August, 2016, 09:45:22 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 01 September, 2016, 01:54:24 pm
http://www.mountainwarehouse.com/running-cycling/running-accessories/hydration-packs/wide-opening-insulated-hydration-pack-1.5l-p13530.aspx?cl=Blue (http://www.mountainwarehouse.com/running-cycling/running-accessories/hydration-packs/wide-opening-insulated-hydration-pack-1.5l-p13530.aspx?cl=Blue)
should slide nicely between seat and frame, and being a
I'll play around with attachment points tomorrow.
Post by: T42 on 01 September, 2016, 04:48:58 pm
Post by: Aidan on 01 September, 2016, 07:23:30 pm
Post by: BrianI on 02 September, 2016, 03:03:12 pm
a trio of Garmin bike mounts for my etrex 20. Much easier to have 3 garmin mounts, one for each bike, rather than swapping the cheap clone mount which doesn't hold the gps very well from bike to bike!
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0012MI7QE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0012MI7QE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
Probably costs garmin pennies to make...
Eventually arrived a couple of days ago. Had to attack 1 with a diamond file, as it seems way too tight a fit on the etrex 20. Looking like I'll need to fettle the other two as well. Perhaps there is slight difference in the mounts required for the Oregon and etrex *0 series? Although the blurb on the packaging for the mounts says compatible with etrex 10, 20, 30.
Post by: Kim on 02 September, 2016, 03:40:15 pm
Post by: Ham on 02 September, 2016, 04:01:57 pm
a trio of Garmin bike mounts for my etrex 20. Much easier to have 3 garmin mounts, one for each bike, rather than swapping the cheap clone mount which doesn't hold the gps very well from bike to bike!
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0012MI7QE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0012MI7QE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
Probably costs garmin pennies to make...
I have 3 garmin and two of these http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/321780856141?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT from China (recent additions) - I would have said the clones were as good as the real thing.
Post by: jsabine on 02 September, 2016, 11:55:14 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 03 September, 2016, 09:33:24 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 08 September, 2016, 10:25:21 am
Post by: Jakob W on 08 September, 2016, 06:18:40 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 09 September, 2016, 10:32:10 pm
Post by: tiermat on 15 September, 2016, 01:10:29 pm
"Strange", thought I, "I can't remember ordering anything"
"Oh, hang on, maybe it's the G-Ones I asked them to get for me, A YEAR AGO"
So, this morning I wended my way down to the LBS and found that, yes, it is them. I am now the owner of a pair of 700*38C G-Ones.
Now just need to find enough tuits to finish off the shed (paint the other three walls, throw all the rubbish out and paint the roof) before fitting these tyres and getting out to ride them.
Post by: epa611 on 15 September, 2016, 01:21:09 pm
Ergon GP3 grips
SKS Longboard mudguards
Shimano PD-T780 XT dual sided pedals
(Yes, I have a birthday next week ;D)
Post by: ElyDave on 22 September, 2016, 10:34:57 pm
26" x 40mm schwalbe marathon
Next step, take them to LBS to turn into a wheel.
Oh, and buy suitable lighting for said dynohub
Post by: Torslanda on 23 September, 2016, 09:38:35 am
Post by: citoyen on 23 September, 2016, 01:01:10 pm
Purely out of interest, why does everyone seem to buy a hub that takes a centerlock disc and a six bolt adapter? Why not just buy the correct disc?
The only reason I can imagine is that they want to use something very specific like a Shimano Ice-Tech rotor that only comes with six-bolt fitting.
Post by: ElyDave on 23 September, 2016, 01:10:47 pm
Purely out of interest, why does everyone seem to buy a hub that takes a centerlock disc and a six bolt adapter? Why not just buy the correct disc?
I already have 6-bolt discs on the existing wheels, and spare rotors.
If the hub had been available in the 6-bolt flavour, I'd have bought that.
Post by: T42 on 23 September, 2016, 01:11:18 pm
Post by: Kim on 23 September, 2016, 01:12:14 pm
Purely out of interest, why does everyone seem to buy a hub that takes a centerlock disc and a six bolt adapter? Why not just buy the correct disc?
When I did this, it was because I didn't know anything about disc brakes, and reckoned it was more likely to result in a combination that worked.
I suppose there's a potential advantage on standardising on the type of disc that can be fitted to either kind of hub, should you be in the habit of swapping things round. I was able to swap the front wheels between two of my bikes (different size discs, so they needed swapping too) recently thanks to this.
Post by: De Sisti on 23 September, 2016, 05:59:53 pm
Post by: fuzzy on 27 September, 2016, 08:06:48 am
Staff discount FTW :thumbsup:
Post by: ElyDave on 27 September, 2016, 09:02:34 pm
Post by: Plug1n on 03 October, 2016, 03:42:34 pm
My first experience of Aldi Online, mostly good and I reserved the cycling stuff a few days before it went on sale. The Hermes delivery was 4 days though and sent me a text for "will be delivered today" after the delivery arrived, so the right cost for the "free" delivery.
Would use again.
Post by: Bledlow on 03 October, 2016, 06:21:43 pm
None in the local branch but they'll be in tomorrow afternoon with my name on.
Post by: BrianI on 08 October, 2016, 04:05:12 pm
A BBB High Rise Stem (110mm, 35 degree rise) to fit to my 2014 Pinnacle Dolomite 2 Road/Audax bike, to give me a better position than the supplied 6 degree 120mm stem. My back doesn't like a low stretched out position any more...
http://bbbcycling.com/bike-parts/stems/BHS-25 (http://bbbcycling.com/bike-parts/stems/BHS-25)
I had fitted one before, but then I transferred it to my rebuilt Dawes Horizon tourer. Missed having it on teh road bike, so bought another one!
Post by: ElyDave on 08 October, 2016, 07:02:30 pm
Post by: Guy on 11 October, 2016, 11:09:33 am
The Cateye LD600 rear light which hasn't been despatched yet, I have just collected from trhe post room.
???
Post by: Morat on 23 October, 2016, 07:45:57 pm
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/lifeline-essential-bike-and-chain-cleaning-kit/
I'm hoping it'll inspire me to do some more riding in the winter, but selling the sofa might have been more effective.
Post by: ElyDave on 23 October, 2016, 08:36:46 pm
God job I bought tyre levers and multitool already, puncture on the M5 'bent today
Post by: TimC on 23 October, 2016, 08:47:05 pm
Post by: citoyen on 31 October, 2016, 08:42:03 am
http://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/FRHOLAQ/holdsworth-la-quelda-steel-single-speed-frameset
I've got a suitable rear hub and rim that have been knocking about in the garage for ages. Maybe this will give me the impetus to turn them into a wheel. I've also got a ready-made front wheel I can use, and various other bits.
Post by: Vince on 31 October, 2016, 03:12:46 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 31 October, 2016, 11:05:10 pm
One of these - thought it looked worth a punt at the price:
http://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/FRHOLAQ/holdsworth-la-quelda-steel-single-speed-frameset
I've got a suitable rear hub and rim that have been knocking about in the garage for ages. Maybe this will give me the impetus to turn them into a wheel. I've also got a ready-made front wheel I can use, and various other bits.
Looks like a bargain considering what some second hand steel-framed bikes are priced at on ebay
Post by: toontra on 01 November, 2016, 08:24:00 am
https://www.merlincycles.com/shimano-wh-rs81-c50-carbon-clincher-road-wheelset-64547.html (https://www.merlincycles.com/shimano-wh-rs81-c50-carbon-clincher-road-wheelset-64547.html)
This is following a near disaster of buying a rear Dura Ace C50 on Gumtree for quite a lot of cash only to find it had a slight buckle - luckily the chap refunded without argument.
Post by: Ashaman42 on 01 November, 2016, 09:44:45 am
Now to find my wheel building book and then I will have decent lighting on the new bike.
Post by: David Martin on 01 November, 2016, 10:30:13 am
I bet it'll be next working day delivery, and arrive on Monday ...
You could probably have specified Saturday delivery and still ordered yesterday - but at even more of a premium.
Which, in reality, will be Tuesday . . .
But the sign outside says "59-Minute Cleaners1"!
That's just the name of the shop, luv!
1: It seems there really is a 59-Minute Cleaners in ["The Death of the Soul" - Mr Sunshine], Alberta.
Yes ma'am, we have a large workforce of dwarves.
Post by: citoyen on 01 November, 2016, 01:52:35 pm
Looks like a bargain considering what some second hand steel-framed bikes are priced at on ebay
Thought I'd got even more of a bargain than I was expecting when it arrived this morning - the label on the box said 'Planet X Pro Carbon'!
I've been meaning to get a dedicated fixed frame for a while (so my CX bike can go back to being a CX bike full time) and I think it looks pretty decent for the price, even if it is an ersatz Holdsworth.
(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k170/smutchin/holdsworth_zpsgvvk9yqg.jpg)
No idea when I'm ever going to have time to build it up though.
Post by: citoyen on 01 November, 2016, 02:01:25 pm
A 24 tooth inner chain ring
Going climbing, by any chance?
Post by: zigzag on 01 November, 2016, 04:11:34 pm
Post by: orienteer on 01 November, 2016, 04:37:51 pm
Also ordered couple of tubes of rubber solution after repairing a puncture yesterday, and finding only one of several tubes hadn't gorn orf. Need a better way of packaging this stuff, maybe individual capsules, as it seems once opened they don't last long.
Post by: Kim on 01 November, 2016, 06:12:59 pm
Need a better way of packaging this stuff, maybe individual capsules, as it seems once opened they don't last long.
As with superglue, little 5g tubes (treated as single-use for one gluing session) seem to be the best approach.
The best source I've found for small tubes of rubber solution is Home Bargains 99p punture repair kits, which come with a couple, along with some useful patches, and some tat. Unfortunately they only seem to stock them sporadically.
Post by: Vince on 01 November, 2016, 06:49:29 pm
It's part of my repatriation from The Netherlands.A 24 tooth inner chain ring
Going climbing, by any chance?
Post by: Torslanda on 02 November, 2016, 07:41:05 pm
Looks like a bargain considering what some second hand steel-framed bikes are priced at on ebay
Thought I'd got even more of a bargain than I was expecting when it arrived this morning - the label on the box said 'Planet X Pro Carbon'!
I've been meaning to get a dedicated fixed frame for a while (so my CX bike can go back to being a CX bike full time) and I think it looks pretty decent for the price, even if it is an ersatz Holdsworth.
(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k170/smutchin/holdsworth_zpsgvvk9yqg.jpg)
No idea when I'm ever going to have time to build it up though.
Well if it weighs heavy on you then I'll give you what you paid for it . . .
Alternatively, send me all the bits in a box and I'll post you back a complete bike. :thumbsup:
Post by: orienteer on 05 November, 2016, 02:29:09 pm
Idly perusing the website today, I opportunistically googled it and came across their seconds department offering a couple M sized ones on ebay, used only for "field testing", at £140 rather than £200, with a further 20% discount to £112.
There's only one left now :)
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/351874057499 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/351874057499)
Post by: ElyDave on 05 November, 2016, 06:06:23 pm
https://www.sjscycles.co.uk/luggage/carradice-carradura-rack-top-bag-blackgrey-12-litre/?sessionid=67f3c58250fecc0f290a050209c4e7489e1c70b2 (https://www.sjscycles.co.uk/luggage/carradice-carradura-rack-top-bag-blackgrey-12-litre/?sessionid=67f3c58250fecc0f290a050209c4e7489e1c70b2)
and one of these
https://www.evanscycles.com/louis-garneau-enerblock-2-cycling-jacket-EV153714 (https://www.evanscycles.com/louis-garneau-enerblock-2-cycling-jacket-EV153714)
to replace the ones that got nicked.
Also picked up and paid for my dyno-hubbed wheel from the LBS, looks very nice. Fiddling with and fitting it this evening
Post by: Ham on 05 November, 2016, 06:20:57 pm
A mate has a Park TS2.2 which I can borrow, but I fancied one of my own. I thought for £44 I can't lose too much. Turns out, it is quite reasonable for the price, it's a lot more solid than it looked to me. Yet to see how it performs in anger, but initial indications are positive and for odd bit of trueing appears ideal.
I decided against the pro version http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/x-tools-pro-mechanic-wheel-truing-stand/rp-prod122322 on the basiss that needed to be clamped up and looked like a poor man's TS2.2, and didn't think it was worth double.
Post by: Samuel D on 05 November, 2016, 07:21:46 pm
Today I did not buy but first rode a Shimano FC-5600 39T/50T chainset (https://www.sjscycles.co.uk/chainsets/1725-shimano-105-fc5600-10-speed-hollowtech-ii-double-chainset-silver-5039t/) that I got from SJS Cycles for the bargain price of £65 (I got the last 172.5 mm example). This constitutes an experiment on several levels.
The stiffness is much higher than my previous SunXCD cranks with square-taper bottom bracket set-up. Is that a good thing? I’m not sure. It didn’t seem to affect my speed but it fairly hammered my feet over the cobbles of Paris. Q-factor is a little worse but there is more ankle clearance.
The overall look and feel is typical Shimano: outright superior. That you can get this chainset for £65 is evidence of a remarkably advanced industrial society.
Post by: mcshroom on 05 November, 2016, 07:28:19 pm
Post by: Bledlow on 06 November, 2016, 12:04:31 am
Post by: citoyen on 07 November, 2016, 03:59:00 pm
Well if it weighs heavy on you then I'll give you what you paid for it . . .
Alternatively, send me all the bits in a box and I'll post you back a complete bike. :thumbsup:
Very sporting of you, kind sir. But I'm determined to see it through myself. I'm currently shopping for the various remaining bits I need to build it...
Post by: citoyen on 07 November, 2016, 06:27:09 pm
Looks like a bargain considering what some second hand steel-framed bikes are priced at on ebay
Back up to £150 now, though Planet X pricing seems rather volatile - I wouldn't be surprised if it were back down to £90 next week.
Post by: ElyDave on 07 November, 2016, 07:56:46 pm
Got an extra fiver off as it was slightly marked and the last one in stock, Louis Garneau and seems fairly warm.
Post by: Torslanda on 07 November, 2016, 09:30:45 pm
Looks like a bargain considering what some second hand steel-framed bikes are priced at on ebay
Back up to £150 now, though Planet X pricing seems rather volatile - I wouldn't be surprised if it were back down to £90 next week.
From what I'm hearing I wouldn't be surprised if P X itself wasn't for sale (http://www.bikebiz.com/news/read/brexit-blamed-for-redundancies-at-planet-x/020270#after-ad) for 90 quid by this time next week...
Post by: Kim on 25 November, 2016, 12:32:00 am
Also grabbed some merino socks, arm-warmers and elastic shoe laces while they're still in business...
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 25 November, 2016, 10:31:18 am
Looks like a bargain considering what some second hand steel-framed bikes are priced at on ebay
Back up to £150 now, though Planet X pricing seems rather volatile - I wouldn't be surprised if it were back down to £90 next week.
The women's version is now £55. :o I've been good and resisted (so far), on the grounds that I really, really don't need one...even though I could put a nice big wicker basket on the front...
Post by: Karla on 25 November, 2016, 10:40:43 am
A new chain and sprocket for the fixed
A spare 10 speed chain - one of the sexy lightweight ones with hollow pins!
A Knog rear light, which I couldn't really refuse at £13
A pair of Flanders socks to make up the price of the order
Post by: Jakob W on 26 November, 2016, 08:56:31 pm
*(Yeah, right.)
Post by: citoyen on 01 December, 2016, 12:44:41 pm
Plus a B&M IQ-X so I've got something to use it on.
And have put my name down for the special offer on the Igaro D1 to complete the set-up.
Post by: Quint on 01 December, 2016, 01:01:35 pm
Post by: Ian H on 01 December, 2016, 01:04:50 pm
I'm trialling a Rivet saddle (from Carradice) to replace the ancient Brookses. If it works (seems good so far) I'll buy another for the fixed.
Post by: zigzag on 01 December, 2016, 01:33:13 pm
Post by: robgul on 07 December, 2016, 10:38:38 am
Rob
Post by: Morat on 16 December, 2016, 06:37:56 am
linky (http://shop.blaze.cc/products/blaze-burner-back?gclid=CjwKEAiAm8nCBRD7xLj-o2aWFyz8SJAAQNalaETSALR2lKfSQoCBd-ruFw-0d21DAsVXNf-OteIbzwhoCTK7w_wcB)
Post by: cycleman on 16 December, 2016, 11:52:27 am
Post by: DaveJ on 16 December, 2016, 12:52:12 pm
My blaze burner has finally arrived. Initial testing revealed it is hellish bright!
linky (http://shop.blaze.cc/products/blaze-burner-back?gclid=CjwKEAiAm8nCBRD7xLj-o2aWFyz8SJAAQNalaETSALR2lKfSQoCBd-ruFw-0d21DAsVXNf-OteIbzwhoCTK7w_wcB)
How long does it run at 100 lumens? I was looking at the Moon Nebula and clones, but the run time at full power isn't enough for a day ride, which is the time that I'd want the full brightness for.
Post by: Morat on 16 December, 2016, 01:49:05 pm
I'll check bumpf that came with it, and see if it checks out in use.
There's a review here of a pre-production unit that says 7.5 hours at full whack. http://www.londoncyclist.co.uk/blaze-burner-rear-light-review/ Maybe they're right. I do know that the light is meant to drop back to standard brightness once the charge gets low and that is meant to give you 5 hours before the light goes out.
One thing that isn't great is they've removed the "bayonet" style fitting lugs so the light can rotate. It doesn't move a whole lot, but I wouldn't want to put it on a seatstay if it could reach the spokes.
Edit:
the instructions claim the following runtimes/mode
5H on Full Bright
60H normal steady
10H sweep
18H Beating
18H Chase
10H Sides
Just to show how bright this thing is on full power:
(http://www.lard.me.uk/duchess/hellfire.jpg)
In this unscientific test I'd say that the burner is as bright as the fog lights of a Range Rover. The central light in the picture is the blaze burner resting on the rear bumper.
Post by: Karla on 03 January, 2017, 03:16:19 pm
Two chargers for same
An extra (alu) bracket for same
Post by: Jurek on 18 January, 2017, 12:46:13 pm
The Brompton is due some major changes to the transmission this weekend, and I figured that this would be the badger for the job.
Parcelforce delivered it a moment ago.
On removal from its box it was found to be ver', ver' cold - but I notice that the rooftops where the sun hasn't yet reached
still have last night's frost on them.
Post by: T42 on 18 January, 2017, 01:31:57 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 20 January, 2017, 11:03:05 pm
Post by: tiermat on 21 January, 2017, 12:31:20 pm
Post by: David Martin on 21 January, 2017, 10:28:51 pm
Post by: fuzzy on 23 January, 2017, 01:56:04 pm
Post by: zigzag on 11 February, 2017, 01:17:04 pm
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170211/99a6f075c6c5037e9f059d1110c7268e.jpg)
Post by: ElyDave on 11 February, 2017, 08:51:45 pm
For me, just some touch up paint, I still need to get some brakes for the road bike.
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 14 February, 2017, 02:09:56 pm
I got frostbite in two toes on Sunday, riding with no overshoes.
Post by: Quint on 14 February, 2017, 04:11:34 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 14 February, 2017, 05:26:25 pm
A pair of Deore XT pedals (for Barbara) a spare set of cleats and some Pedros Go Lube, I know I know, lube isn't exciting but we'd be screwed without it.
Must resist carry-on humour
Nothing bought for me, the brakes I want are out of stock everywhere.
Post by: Torslanda on 15 February, 2017, 01:41:39 am
No special favours, a customer listed it on a facebook cycling group and, knowing the bike to have been well kept, I couldn't resist. I haz road bike . . .
Post by: dim on 15 February, 2017, 07:18:09 am
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-Reynolds-Racing-Bicycle-Major-Nichols-Renovation-Brooks-Bluemels-/401275785154?hash=item5d6de68fc2:g:cLsAAOSwx6pYocYb
(http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/b4kAAOSwx6pYocYQ/s-l1600.jpg)
(http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/cLsAAOSwx6pYocYb/s-l1600.jpg)
bargain at £349.99 buy it now :-[
Post by: Torslanda on 15 February, 2017, 08:29:16 am
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 15 February, 2017, 08:38:52 am
Post by: dim on 15 February, 2017, 08:56:48 am
It's lovely but why would you buy something that old to give it an even harder life?
I'm after a bike that is 'different' from the rest, that is cheap, in good condition, and that is fairly lightweight (531 steel or similar) .... I will add a Son dynamo hub/lights, rack, pannier bags etc and use it for long audax rides
I have fast new bikes (S-Works and Giant TCR), so am looking for something fairly cheap.... I'd love a Koga Miyata but I cannot find one in my size/budget that has eyelets for mudguards/racks (I used to own a Koga Miyata Roadchamp and it was brilliant) .... I'm also looking at the older Peugeot PX10's or similar .... hoping to get something by the end of the weekend
Post by: Torslanda on 15 February, 2017, 09:06:46 am
Post by: citoyen on 15 February, 2017, 04:56:29 pm
Next item on the shopping list is an Igaro D1.
Also need to find a suitable handlebar bracket for the light (which I already have). Annoyingly, the nice Schmidt ones that SJS sell are for narrow bars,
Very soon, though, the best bike will be truly summer-audax-worthy (if only it could take mudguards, it would be a great year-round bike).
Post by: robgul on 15 February, 2017, 05:11:28 pm
It's lovely but why would you buy something that old to give it an even harder life?
I'm after a bike that is 'different' from the rest, that is cheap, in good condition, and that is fairly lightweight (531 steel or similar) .... I will add a Son dynamo hub/lights, rack, pannier bags etc and use it for long audax rides
I have fast new bikes (S-Works and Giant TCR), so am looking for something fairly cheap.... I'd love a Koga Miyata but I cannot find one in my size/budget that has eyelets for mudguards/racks (I used to own a Koga Miyata Roadchamp and it was brilliant) .... I'm also looking at the older Peugeot PX10's or similar .... hoping to get something by the end of the weekend
Where are you? - the charity bike shop where I volunteer has (or did have yesterday) a couple of possibles.
Rob
Post by: robgul on 15 February, 2017, 05:14:38 pm
Ordered a Giro something or other which is supposed to be the current Pneumo equivalent (and used a 10% voucher from Tredz :thumbsup:)
Rob
Post by: dim on 15 February, 2017, 08:12:42 pm
It's lovely but why would you buy something that old to give it an even harder life?
I'm after a bike that is 'different' from the rest, that is cheap, in good condition, and that is fairly lightweight (531 steel or similar) .... I will add a Son dynamo hub/lights, rack, pannier bags etc and use it for long audax rides
I have fast new bikes (S-Works and Giant TCR), so am looking for something fairly cheap.... I'd love a Koga Miyata but I cannot find one in my size/budget that has eyelets for mudguards/racks (I used to own a Koga Miyata Roadchamp and it was brilliant) .... I'm also looking at the older Peugeot PX10's or similar .... hoping to get something by the end of the weekend
Where are you? - the charity bike shop where I volunteer has (or did have yesterday) a couple of possibles.
Rob
I'm in Great Shelford, but am popping into Owl Bikes Charity shop in Pampisford tommorow morning to have a close look at what's available (I've bought a few bikes from them before)
Post by: Samuel D on 15 February, 2017, 08:33:50 pm
Post by: zigzag on 15 February, 2017, 09:15:46 pm
A trio of these classic Michelin tyre levers (http://www.tenerife-training.net/Tenerife-News-Cycling-Blog/michelin-the-worlds-best-tyre-lever/) (probably discontinued but still available in a few places). Let’s see if they’re as good as claimed there.
i've used these in the past, they are ok if a bit flexy; i prefer levers that have a hook for the spokes (actually, when possible, i choose tyres/rims that don't require levers at all).
Post by: jsabine on 16 February, 2017, 07:41:38 am
A trio of these classic Michelin tyre levers (http://www.tenerife-training.net/Tenerife-News-Cycling-Blog/michelin-the-worlds-best-tyre-lever/) (probably discontinued but still available in a few places). Let’s see if they’re as good as claimed there.
i've used these in the past, they are ok if a bit flexy; i prefer levers that have a hook for the spokes (actually, when possible, i choose tyres/rims that don't require levers at all).
I like that shape of lever, but was introduced to it over 20 years ago with a set of purple Wheelsmith levers. The WS levers are less flexy than the Michelin ones, but one has broken, and my remaining two have worn a little - I've never seen another set to buy.
My (currently available) choice would be Schwalbe (http://www.tredz.co.uk/.Schwalbe-Tyre-Levers-3-Pack_93008.htm?sku=325371) - and they do hook onto the spokes, though I don't think I've ever done that.
Post by: robgul on 16 February, 2017, 08:21:48 am
A trio of these classic Michelin tyre levers (http://www.tenerife-training.net/Tenerife-News-Cycling-Blog/michelin-the-worlds-best-tyre-lever/) (probably discontinued but still available in a few places). Let’s see if they’re as good as claimed there.
i've used these in the past, they are ok if a bit flexy; i prefer levers that have a hook for the spokes (actually, when possible, i choose tyres/rims that don't require levers at all).
I like that shape of lever, but was introduced to it over 20 years ago with a set of purple Wheelsmith levers. The WS levers are less flexy than the Michelin ones, but one has broken, and my remaining two have worn a little - I've never seen another set to buy.
My (currently available) choice would be Schwalbe (http://www.tredz.co.uk/.Schwalbe-Tyre-Levers-3-Pack_93008.htm?sku=325371) - and they do hook onto the spokes, though I don't think I've ever done that.
Another vote for the Michelin yellow ones - I must have about 6 sets - all bought from Decathlon. Continental did supply a similar set of levers (in orange obviously) with their better quality inner-tubes for a while but they were complete rubbish - no stiffness, just bent as you pulled over the rim :hand:
BTW - Decathlon now have an own brand lever that works as well as the Michelins - a bit of shape to them, but they work well.
Rob
Post by: T42 on 17 February, 2017, 08:35:18 am
Post by: Vince on 17 February, 2017, 05:19:46 pm
Not exactly today but a real score. Most of a Giant OCR3 for fifty quid!
No special favours, a customer listed it on a facebook cycling group and, knowing the bike to have been well kept, I couldn't resist. I haz road bike . . .
Tors, can you define 'Most of'? Though I guess even if the wheels are missing £50 could still be bargainous.
Post by: Torslanda on 18 February, 2017, 09:53:31 pm
Already had some DT Swiss R1900, Giant branded wheels. Added bars, stem, Tiagra 4400 STi, 6500 Ultegra mechs, carbon post and a Rolls saddle, Michelin Lithion 25mm tyres, 12-25 cassette, some dark blue Deda bar tape and a bling gold Taya 9 speed chain- the only part I actually had to buy - clearance from my wholesaler.
If I can ever get picture hosting to work again I'll put some images on . . .
Post by: Snakehips on 18 February, 2017, 10:04:36 pm
Post by: Mr Larrington on 19 February, 2017, 09:42:43 am
(http://legslarry.org.uk/BikeStull/coat_48.png)
Post by: robgul on 19 February, 2017, 05:43:08 pm
And cheap camping equipment? Now is the winter of our discount tent...
(http://legslarry.org.uk/BikeStull/coat_48.png)
There used to be an outdoor shop here in Stratford-upon-Avon that used that as a slogan every winter when they were flogging stuff off.
Rob
Post by: dim on 20 February, 2017, 07:41:54 am
It's lovely but why would you buy something that old to give it an even harder life?
I'm after a bike that is 'different' from the rest, that is cheap, in good condition, and that is fairly lightweight (531 steel or similar) .... I will add a Son dynamo hub/lights, rack, pannier bags etc and use it for long audax rides
I have fast new bikes (S-Works and Giant TCR), so am looking for something fairly cheap.... I'd love a Koga Miyata but I cannot find one in my size/budget that has eyelets for mudguards/racks (I used to own a Koga Miyata Roadchamp and it was brilliant) .... I'm also looking at the older Peugeot PX10's or similar .... hoping to get something by the end of the weekend
Where are you? - the charity bike shop where I volunteer has (or did have yesterday) a couple of possibles.
Rob
I ended up getting something totally different .... snapped up this vintage Holdsworth for £185 plus £45 shipping cost ... made of 531, has a comfy Brooks saddle, and looks to be in reasonable condition
(http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/31oAAOSw3v5YqY3I/s-l1600.jpg)
I should receive it by the weekend, and will do a 100km ride .... I have a set of Continental 4 seasons that I will fit. If I'm comfortable with this one, I will add new mudguards, dynamo lighting, new bartape etc and a back rack/pannier bags and use this for long audax rides
I really wanted this Harry Hall, but it is above my budget and the wife said no .... a bargain IMHO:.... its still not sold (£450 or best offer).... I will live to regret it :-[
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/122339303043?ssPageName=STRK:MESINDXX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1436.l2649
(http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/GM8AAOSwA3dYk2Wm/s-l1600.jpg)
Post by: ElyDave on 21 February, 2017, 11:15:19 pm
Needs some TLC, will assess over the next few days or so. Expect some parts required. I know for a start that the handlebar fold is needing attention.
Post by: BrianI on 23 February, 2017, 07:59:34 pm
Here it is being tested by my glamorous assistants. ;D
Just 76 weeks payments left to go... :P
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2620/32949277731_36845a20a1_c.jpg)
Post by: De Sisti on 23 February, 2017, 08:36:41 pm
£26.
(http://www.inmotionproducts.com/images/hi-res/ATL2.jpg)
Post by: Jurek on 25 February, 2017, 01:44:39 pm
Unsuitable for Brommies with S bars, so I'll shortly be taking a hacksaw to the handle on this one.
Handle to be replaced using a Cordura / textile strap handle which, for the moment, is still in my branes.
Pics to follow.
Post by: dim on 14 March, 2017, 11:32:48 pm
looks ok and it's my size .... 531 Reynolds, I will add a handlebar bag, dynamo hub, new tyres, mudguards and hopefully it will serve me well ... sadle looks good quality, and if I get on with this bike, I will have it fully restored and upgrade the groupset
(http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/yvIAAOSwB-1YvsUC/s-l1600.jpg)
(http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/eOgAAOSw2gxYvsUf/s-l1600.jpg)
(http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/b6cAAOSwXYtYvsU0/s-l1600.jpg)
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 14 March, 2017, 11:35:29 pm
Post by: Jakob W on 15 March, 2017, 08:40:46 am
Post by: Torslanda on 15 March, 2017, 11:33:41 pm
Beware the possibility of French threads.
Racing bloody certainty, more like! Over BB cable routing, 70s. Peugeot branded chainset, the pedals are more than likely M14.
If you want a bike for Audax & general hard work, this one will need regular trips to ebay & jumbles to get replacement bits for.
Check out a facebook group called Vintage Bicycles Holland (https://www.facebook.com/groups/408179642674881/), more Kogas than Heinz varieties plus Colnagos, Diamants, Gazelles. Arthur is a nice guy and speaks perfect English.
Put the Peugeot back on ebay, use the magic word 'l'Eroica'. It' will add farsands...
Post by: T42 on 28 March, 2017, 08:17:37 am
Now I need somewhere else to hang my stock of punctured inner tubes.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 02 April, 2017, 10:53:29 pm
(http://www.wigglestatic.com/product-media/100272878/GripGrab-Women-s-Raceaero-Overshoes-Overshoes-Purple-SS17.jpg?w=430&h=430&a=7)
Post by: Jakob W on 06 April, 2017, 02:56:37 pm
Post by: Canardly on 06 April, 2017, 07:10:16 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 07 April, 2017, 11:17:35 am
This one is actually a 32h to make a matching front wheel; I built the 40h rear wheel years ago, mainly as an excuse to use a Sturmey-Archer AM alloy shell which has survived 66 years without the wafer-thin flanges cracking (it's built x4 and I put two brass washers under each spoke head to get the spoke bend hard against the flange, so it should be OK). Did the 2009 Dun Run on it. It looked silly with a Deep V on the rear and a normal rim on the front, though.
This wheel, and the matching rear one, will go on the New Project since the clubman already has a less attractive but more practical AM in a 36h AW steel shell. That bike is spaced to 120mm and has one of the uber-rare AM 6 1/4" axles; the New Project will be spaced narrower so it can take the usual 5 3/4" axle.
Irritatingly, the 40h is anodised silver and this one is polished silver, but you take what you can get. When the rear rim has a nice veneer of oil and road grime, it'll never show.
Post by: Jurek on 09 April, 2017, 01:08:58 pm
He has the most beautiful wheel truing jig I have ever seen, with biggly dial gauges that run-out and eccentricity cannot hide from.
I think it is this one (http://www.wheelfanatyk.com/blog/a-perfect-truing-stand/).
He also has a hand built machine from Japan which cuts the threads and the length of a spoke in one operation - meaning that he doesn't have to carry an inventory of spokes in an assortment of sizes.
Unfortunately, this visit has also revealed that the bearing on the drive side of my Goldtec track hub is shot - which, after ~30,000 miles of maintenance free use, is not that surprising.
I'm going to order another hub from BETD - no harm in having a spare rear wheel for the bike - In the meantime, does anyone have any experience of replacing the bearings in a Goldtec track hub?
Is it relatively straightforward, or does it require the intervention of specialist tools / bearing pullers / presses?
Post by: Tim Hall on 09 April, 2017, 01:15:43 pm
(I'd ignore the crows' foot lacing if I were you)
Post by: Jurek on 09 April, 2017, 01:16:30 pm
A Velocity Deep V rim turned up. They're crap rims: heavy, not very regular, so a PITA to build with, and overpriced. But they're about the only narrow rim for 23mm tyres that's still available in 40 hole.
This one is actually a 32h to make a matching front wheel; I built the 40h rear wheel years ago, mainly as an excuse to use a Sturmey-Archer AM alloy shell which has survived 66 years without the wafer-thin flanges cracking (it's built x4 and I put two brass washers under each spoke head to get the spoke bend hard against the flange, so it should be OK). Did the 2009 Dun Run on it. It looked silly with a Deep V on the rear and a normal rim on the front, though.
This wheel, and the matching rear one, will go on the New Project since the clubman already has a less attractive but more practical AM in a 36h AW steel shell. That bike is spaced to 120mm and has one of the uber-rare AM 6 1/4" axles; the New Project will be spaced narrower so it can take the usual 5 3/4" axle.
Irritatingly, the 40h is anodised silver and this one is polished silver, but you take what you can get. When the rear rim has a nice veneer of oil and road grime, it'll never show.
Heh! Funny that. My bold.
They're my rim of choice for the fixer (See the post above^^)
Last year I was hit on a roundabout, from the rear.
I ended up under the bike, unable to get up because the car which hit me was on top of the back wheel of the bike.
After I'd persuaded the driver to 'get their effing car off my bike so that I could get up' I thought to myself 'Here we go - this is going to be interesting - trying to persuade someone to cough well north of £300.00 for a wheel that has just one gear'.
The wheel turned out to be perfectly true in spite of the weight of the front end of a Peugeot 205 on top of it.
Post by: Jurek on 09 April, 2017, 01:20:19 pm
There's a tutorial here (http://www.fixedlondon.com/mechanics/tutorial-replacing-bearings-in-a-goldtec-track-hub/), which suggests it's standard whack out whack in cartridge stuff.Thanks Tim :thumbsup:
(I'd ignore the crows' foot lacing if I were you)
That looks reassuringly straightforward.
Funnily enough Arup has a crow's foot (or is it snowflake?) wheel in the window of his front room - so I do not need to remember his house number :)
Post by: Jakob W on 09 April, 2017, 01:28:11 pm
He has the most beautiful wheel truing jig I have ever seen, with biggly dial gauges that run-out and eccentricity cannot hide from.
I think it is this one (http://www.wheelfanatyk.com/blog/a-perfect-truing-stand/).
Oh. Oh, my. I think I might need a moment.
Post by: Jurek on 09 April, 2017, 01:50:10 pm
He has the most beautiful wheel truing jig I have ever seen, with biggly dial gauges that run-out and eccentricity cannot hide from.
I think it is this one (http://www.wheelfanatyk.com/blog/a-perfect-truing-stand/).
Oh. Oh, my. I think I might need a moment.
Arup spun my wheel and put the gauge against it.
The needle flickered across a few increments.
I asked him what each increment represented.
He replied that it was
I think I'm quite lucky having Arup a 10 minute walk away.
Post by: fuzzy on 10 April, 2017, 02:54:04 pm
Post by: zigzag on 10 April, 2017, 03:27:37 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 13 April, 2017, 08:17:20 am
Post by: ElyDave on 13 April, 2017, 09:09:28 am
That jig is Proper bike pr0n!
Very expensive pr0n, a Melania Trump of truing jigs in terms of cost.
How many wheels do you need to true to get a payback on that I wonder?
Post by: Jakob W on 13 April, 2017, 09:18:13 am
*If comparing this to paying someone to build wheels for you. Seeing the manufacturer's page for the stand, I may have quickly done this calculation before deciding I really didn't need well north of a grand's worth of trueing stand, however gorgeous...
Post by: rogerzilla on 13 April, 2017, 12:07:44 pm
Post by: TheLurker on 15 April, 2017, 08:00:45 pm
BTW; what the hell are D playing at with their sizing?
The gloves are marked large. Rubbish! I wear medium size Marigolds when I'm doing the washing up and these new gloves are a snug fit. As for their shorts! I'm skinny (30" waist) and since when did that class as european large? Is this some weird reverse vanity sizing for cyclists?
*I.e. cheaper than usual D prices.
Post by: Jurek on 17 April, 2017, 01:55:20 pm
But at £7.99 for 500g, or alternatively £3.79 for a 30g tube, it's a no brainer.
Thing is....... I remember buying a 30g tube a couple of months ago.
Just can't find it >:(
Post by: Samuel D on 17 April, 2017, 02:13:08 pm
He has the most beautiful wheel truing jig I have ever seen, with biggly dial gauges that run-out and eccentricity cannot hide from.
I think it is this one (http://www.wheelfanatyk.com/blog/a-perfect-truing-stand/).
To be acquired after a Jobst Brandt-designed, dial-indicator tensiometer (http://www.wheelfanatyk.com/store/digital-tension-gauge/).
(Hey, I just noticed they moved away from Mitutoyo gauges and reduced the prices from $280 to $235 for the dial-indicator version and $348 to $298 for the digital version. I wish I had that lying around because I’m sure I’ll eventually get one of these, probably at some point in the future when they’re more expensive or only available used.)
Post by: mcshroom on 24 April, 2017, 11:33:41 pm
It'll be late 80s/early 90s so a little newer, the paintwork looks decent, and a bonus is that by this model they'd started to add bosses for a second bottle cage. Hopefully I should be able to transfer all the bits straight over from the old one when it arrives :D
(I wasn't deliberately looking for another Crit)
Post by: rogerzilla on 28 April, 2017, 10:27:46 pm
*the powdercoated one...some helpful person on CC has spotted that there is another, fainter, frame number lurking under the obvious one (which may be from a 1983 modification when the LH shifter boss was added and it was painted), so I am getting closer to identfying it once I've cleaned off some more blue yuck. It may be a Stallard or a Major Nichols (Stallard certainly used Accles & Pollock Kromo SAQ tubing, which I think it is; Major Nichols is reputed to have worked with Reynolds tubes but this would be a very early MN). It still looks more like an Ellis-Briggs than anything else but I think they were/are a Reynolds-only shop.
Post by: rogerzilla on 29 April, 2017, 04:06:20 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 29 April, 2017, 04:45:02 pm
Post by: CAMRAMan on 29 April, 2017, 05:24:00 pm
I last bought a new one - an M6 - in 2003 and it cost £425, including the lowered gearing and extended seatpost.
This one is going to be £970!
Post by: rogerzilla on 29 April, 2017, 07:05:08 pm
It is the best folding bike for size and parts availability but it's still a £300-quality machine sold for a grand.
Post by: Veloman on 29 April, 2017, 07:23:03 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 01 May, 2017, 11:02:51 pm
Post by: BrianI on 02 May, 2017, 01:44:24 pm
Anyway, I browsed the tyre section, and bought pair of Continental GP4Seasons in 700x25 to replace my durano plussises, a couple of spare inner tubes, and a pair of fleecy "winter" cycling gloves in hi vis yellow!
Hopefully the new tyres will be a nicer ride than my wooden feeling durano+ Need to get them fitted and tried out before the tasty sounding The Might Sconquest 100km audax which I'm riding on the 28th of May.
http://www.aukweb.net/events/detail/14-129/ (http://www.aukweb.net/events/detail/14-129/)
Post by: rogerzilla on 02 May, 2017, 06:17:47 pm
Any sources for FG 10,5 anti-rotation washers*? The 13/32" SA ones are so precisely made that they don't fit over the axle, and they look as if they would be a beast to file. FG 10,5 hub nuts are no problem - some are on the way from the Fatherland.
*all hub gears exert a small twisting force on the axle in all gears except direct drive, and the brake reaction arm doesn't help with this.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 10 May, 2017, 09:33:05 am
(http://rideissi.com/files/product/PD5416.jpg)
Post by: Ashaman42 on 10 May, 2017, 09:46:36 am
Post by: Jakob W on 10 May, 2017, 10:22:34 am
Post by: Jakob W on 10 May, 2017, 08:19:05 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 11 May, 2017, 08:49:00 am
Very nice. I wonder if I can get similar got MTB cleats.
They do MTB ones as well. :) http://rideissi.com/
Post by: DrMekon on 11 May, 2017, 11:13:25 am
(http://www.thevelohouse.com/images/castelli-pave-rain-jacket-black-red.jpg)
Castelli Pave eVent jacket
(https://coresites-cdn.factorymedia.com/rcuk/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/IMG_2026.jpg)
Endura FS260 Primaloft Gilet
Both are a price bracket or three above the normal stuff I buy. The fit and details on both are lovely, and they pack down really small. I am hoping they substantially reduce my shivering compared to my usual Gabba-type material jersey & gilet + DWR treated anorak setup for overnight.
Post by: Kim on 15 May, 2017, 10:36:54 pm
And a set of presta-valved inner tubes for the Brompton, because I'm bored of having to swap thingumies for tyres that need pumping up so regularly, and because if I'm going to spend a load of money on bike parts, I'd like to have *something* to show for it.
Post by: MalRees on 03 June, 2017, 07:44:13 am
Post by: hatler on 03 June, 2017, 11:04:08 am
An impressive and sturdy feeling piece of kit.
Post by: Samuel D on 03 June, 2017, 11:24:21 am
An SKS Renkompressor to resolve the difficulty outlined here. (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=103342.msg2171716#msg2171716)
An impressive and sturdy feeling piece of kit.
I very nearly got one but opted for a Silca Super Pista instead, just before that pump went out of stock everywhere (not counting the new luxury model from America).
They’re both proper bits of kit with gloriously functional design. However, it would take a fat man to get 200+ PSI out of either of them! I can get about 150 PSI out of mine by bouncing my ~65 kg on the handle.
Post by: BrianI on 05 June, 2017, 11:53:52 am
and a Carradice Super C Rack Top Bag!
:thumbsup:
The front panniers, I'll probably use on the rear of my touring bike during my holiday to Skye in August, ideal for carrying packed lunch / wildlife watching supplies! Plus they super c rack back will be ideal for day rides!
So a bit of an addition to my carradice stash...
Currently I have a Camper Longflap saddlebag, a Barley saddlebag, an old Caradura rack pack (needs new zip), and a Super C seat pack.
:)
Post by: BrianI on 07 June, 2017, 04:50:18 pm
Post by: BrianI on 08 June, 2017, 08:49:17 pm
Hurry up panniers and rack pack!! I love the smell of Carradice Cotton Duck in the morning!
Email from Spa Cycles - The super C front panniers are currently out of stock, but should be getting more in on Monday! :thumbsup:
Post by: hatler on 08 June, 2017, 11:32:25 pm
Post by: dim on 09 June, 2017, 08:45:05 am
(http://www.missgrape.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/miss_grape_slide_internode_ambientata_01.jpg)
edit: tried 2 of them at 2 different LBS .... they don't fit on my frame (Giant TCR carbon) ..... so Sunday's 200km ride will have to be done with a backpack again :-[
I also considered an Ortlieb handlebar bag today, but decided against it
Post by: rogerzilla on 11 June, 2017, 02:24:37 pm
Post by: BrianI on 25 June, 2017, 03:22:11 pm
Way to many punctures on those Continental GP4Seasons for my liking. Two in the rear, as well as a snake bite today and I've not even done 350km with them yet!. When the majority of your cycling is on your lonesome, then the extra weight and reliabilty of Durano Plus is worth it it if means you aren't spending time at the side of the road fixing punctures!
A shame, as the GP4Seasons were nice and light, and gave a plush ride. But for me, reliability is my priority. These GP4S may appear in a for sale thread soon...
Post by: Auntie Helen on 25 June, 2017, 04:16:38 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 25 June, 2017, 08:09:32 pm
https://flic.kr/s/aHskXSd5u5
Will compare it to the Boardman Team Carbon on hard rides; it will be about 2lb heavier but I bet it rides better and it looks ten times better.
Oh, and some pulleys to get some bikes up into the garage roofspace.
Post by: Pedaldog. on 25 June, 2017, 09:10:51 pm
Oh, and some pulleys to get some bikes up into the garage roofspace.
You have Garage Space? Get more bikes quick, man!
Post by: rogerzilla on 25 June, 2017, 09:18:20 pm
Post by: BrianI on 26 June, 2017, 04:23:46 pm
I have Durano Plus on my Velomobile and I have to say I am really happy with them. I had a job to fit them at first (it was in December) but have had six months puncture-free, whereas with normal Duranos I had a puncture each week. I have not noticed a speed reduction really, although I know there must theoretically be one.
Got the tyres today (very quick delivery Mr Wiggle, as well as a bag of haribo!)
I stuck one of the Durano Plus folding 25mm on the kitchen scales. 397 grams! A fair bit heavier than the GP 4 Seasons (240grams according to Conti. Must stick them on the scales once I swap them over with the durano pluses)
However as a leisurely audaxer, I think the durano plus is more suited to my type of riding! :)
Post by: Ham on 28 June, 2017, 10:04:37 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 29 June, 2017, 12:23:57 am
Post by: Aidan on 29 June, 2017, 06:25:02 am
https://www.evanscycles.com/topeak-fuel-tank-bag-EV162221
has a port for cables so looks useful for holding a battery pack for garmin charging etc.
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 29 June, 2017, 09:08:19 am
Post by: Jurek on 29 June, 2017, 10:25:24 am
Hmmm.... I now seem to be the destination vector for some hope hubs, some H+Son rims, some Schwalbe One tyres. Apart from a Thomson seat post and some other stuffs.
Keeping Arup busy?
Post by: Ham on 29 June, 2017, 10:28:41 am
Post by: Jurek on 29 June, 2017, 10:35:28 am
Post by: Kim on 29 June, 2017, 01:42:29 pm
Seems to be a trend of late - removing all the elasticy bits in the interests of 'comfort'. Well, it's not that comfortable if you have to stop every five minutes to pull the waist up and the legs down, is it?
Post by: Canardly on 29 June, 2017, 03:54:31 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 29 June, 2017, 04:33:59 pm
Post by: Kim on 29 June, 2017, 04:49:07 pm
Anyway, I've now ordered a selection of 3/4s from different manufacturers, and will see which is the least worst. Maybe Pearl Izumi have abandoned their 'flattering' waistband folly... I know I get on with their pads reasonably well.
Post by: Phil W on 29 June, 2017, 04:51:26 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 29 June, 2017, 05:46:51 pm
A pair of Durano Plus Folding in 25mm size.
Way to many punctures on those Continental GP4Seasons for my liking. Two in the rear, as well as a snake bite today and I've not even done 350km with them yet!. When the majority of your cycling is on your lonesome, then the extra weight and reliabilty of Durano Plus is worth it it if means you aren't spending time at the side of the road fixing punctures!
A shame, as the GP4Seasons were nice and light, and gave a plush ride. But for me, reliability is my priority. These GP4S may appear in a for sale thread soon...
I'm quite surprised at that, I use GP4Seasons with no probs, except one puncture on the recumbent when the rear hit a huge longitudinal pothole and snakebit. I also have them on the Giant and have no issues with them, and I don't run them at particularly high pressure as I'm only 68kg.
Post by: Ham on 29 June, 2017, 09:13:40 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 04 July, 2017, 09:42:11 pm
Pros: beautifully built - the mitreing in the BB shell is perfect. Excellent Shimano 600 groupset and Dura-Ace headset without a trace of notchiness. Nice custom lugwork. True wheels. Amusing Campag aero seatpost made of drillium under the max height mark!
Cons: seller said there was a shifting problem on the largest sprockets. No wonder - the gear hanger needs straightening as it's off by a few degrees. Horrid tricolour fade. Needs to go to Argos to be done in flam orange. Spokes are p/g. Rims unworn so might rebuild them with butted spokes.
It's 7 speed and staying that way but for the sake of future proofing, I'll make it 130mm at the back and swap the rear axle, with 2mm of spacers either side.
Post by: robgul on 05 July, 2017, 07:06:43 am
Rob
Post by: De Sisti on 05 July, 2017, 08:09:19 am
(http://www.wigglestatic.com/product-media/5360043433/campy-cable-set-ultrashift.jpg?w=200&h=200&a=7)
Two DMR Hinged Clamps (31.8 & 34.9) Plan to use them as 'chain catchers:
(http://www.wigglestatic.com/product-media/5360111522/dmr-hinged-clamp-med.jpg?w=200&h=200&a=7)
Post by: TimO on 05 July, 2017, 03:06:11 pm
(http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/cycling/small.php?size=300&file=ZookkiMitts.jpg) (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01122V6FW/)
They're cheap, and seem to get relatively good comments, so I think are worth a try. For only £6-99, I think it's a reasonable risk. Everywhere else, including Decathlon, seem to have their cheapest mitts at upwards of £10.
I got them in red, so they match Red obviously. :D
Post by: Kim on 05 July, 2017, 04:29:41 pm
Post by: fuaran on 05 July, 2017, 04:48:40 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 05 July, 2017, 10:11:29 pm
Anyhoo, tis a thing of wonder and CNC lovelieness.
Post by: TimO on 06 July, 2017, 08:46:40 am
A couple of cheap Zookki mitts via Amazon.
...
They're cheap, and seem to get relatively good comments, so I think are worth a try. For only £6-99, I think it's a reasonable risk. Everywhere else, including Decathlon, seem to have their cheapest mitts at upwards of £10.
I got them in red, so they match Red obviously. :D
Unfortunately, I can't really recommend them, although I need to study them a bit more to work out exactly why they're not working.
As with any cycling glove, pressure on the hand at the base of the thumb tends to push the glove into the "web" between the fingers, and with these gloves that causes irritation. I don't quite know what they've done there, and I've never had this problem with any other glove, but it digs into the hand, and even after a one hour commute yesterday, it left the area between my left index and middle finger, red and irritated. I suspect it's a combination of the size of the gloves and my hands, and also the construction of the gloves at that point.
The older, slightly ripped gloves I've gone back to using, have a nice smooth continuous piece of material at that point, but feeling the new gloves yesterday, there seemed to be some stitching around there.
Post by: Kim on 06 July, 2017, 04:12:58 pm
Anyway, I've now ordered a selection of 3/4s from different manufacturers, and will see which is the least worst. Maybe Pearl Izumi have abandoned their 'flattering' waistband folly... I know I get on with their pads reasonably well.
Jinxed it.
Instant review:
Pearl Izumi Women`s Escape Sugar Cycling 3/4 Tight(JH1118): The cheaper material, rather than that excellent double-thickness stuff that goes blotchy with age rather than transparent. Sensible shape, grippers are good, waistband isn't a disaster. They've used a dubious looking piece of felt as a pad that looks distinctly non-recumbent-friendly, but is probably fine when used with a saddle.
Altura Women`s Airstream 2 3/4 Tights (AL32WAIR): Couldn't get into them because calves. Material becomes very transparent under tension. Not convinced by the shape of the pad.
Endura 8-panel Xtract Gel Knickers(E4015): Enormous. Thick wintery material. Thin elasticated waist may be an issue. My overall impression was 'cheap'.
Giant Liv Beliv Womens Knicker(86000077): Waste of time; no leg grippers. Good use of PURPLE.
Gore Power 3.0 Women's 3/4 Tight: This one may be a winner. Known-good pad, sensible waist, the rainbow cuffs contain silicone grippers and look enough like a pride flag that they're not totally embarrassing. Complicated panel structure to make your quads look enormous.
Endura Hummvee 3/4 2 Womens Short(E6107BK): This was optimism, as the last time I bought some Endura baggies I happily spent the weekend wandering around the York Rally in them and then discovered there wasn't enough room around the quads to actually ride a bike (they don't do a larger size, and the men's ones don't have room for an arse). These ones seem a little bit baggier[1], so I'm going to hang onto them, if just for pootling to the shops and stuff. Saves wear on the unobtainium lycra.
[1] Which probably means I've lost muscle mass recovering from all these cycling injuries, doesn't it?
Post by: ian on 06 July, 2017, 09:36:07 pm
A pair of splendidly blue Ortlieb panniers for my dear wife. As a birthday present she can now lug some of stuff we accumulate during our occasional bicycle powered foraging missions. More beer and pork pies. Ha.
Moobling over a new bike to replace my trusty BSO with the derailleurs of doom, le Saracen formidable. I don't know what's making the awesome creaking noises but they seem intractable and any resolution will require something significant being replaced and for a bike that cost me £130 twelve years ago and has probably has done a good fifty miles a week minimum (so far upwards of 30 thousand miles, our car on the other hand has done under 9k in the same period) it may be time to say au revoir.
On the grounds that I'm never ever fitting mudguards again, it has to come with guards and racks and stuff. And be cheap, because it gets parked up on the street in exciting places like Blackfriars and Croydon. Might have to be a Decathlon special.
Post by: hatler on 06 July, 2017, 09:39:38 pm
Four inner tubes to replace the countless failed tubes recently.
Two pairs of Humvee Lite shorts
New mudguards (to replace those damaged by a recent off)
Three new ceramic rims (all the way from Poland
A kiloton of v-brake pads and spare blocks
Shotbloks and electrolyte tabs
A gallon of Muc-off
A svelte carbon handlebar (at a crazy knock-down price)
Bottle of oil
Two pairs of mitts for mini-hatler
Two 9 speed chains
A bunch of screw-in bar ends
A pot of 100 cable end caps
Phew.
Post by: DuncanM on 07 July, 2017, 03:07:52 pm
Base layer is tight fitting and stretch (just as well). Says seamless on it, but definitely has seams across the tops of the shoulders.
Top is thin breathable material, but not all that stretchy. It fits me reasonably well across the shoulders, but is a bit baggy around the middle. I don't really understand why the supposedly same size garments from the same place have significantly different torso sections. ???
Not yet ridden either, just tried them on.
Post by: ElyDave on 07 July, 2017, 04:46:23 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 12 July, 2017, 11:26:59 am
Post by: Jurek on 12 July, 2017, 11:36:19 am
An Iwanson gauge, so I can measure the (remaining) thickness of my rims.I have one of these - how do you know when thin is too thin, thobut?
I've measured the two rims I've had explode, at the point where the rim has split - but, on an un-split rim, I've found I can get a more accurate result using two unused drill bits and a digital vernier - subtracting both of the drill bit diameters from the reading on the gauge.
Post by: jsabine on 12 July, 2017, 08:18:30 pm
As for tools, I use a bent bit of broken Brompton spoke in place of your two drill bits.
Post by: Tim Hall on 12 July, 2017, 11:10:19 pm
s to thickness, I was thinking 1mm, subject to pressure testing and measuring my worn front wheel.
Post by: Aidan on 13 July, 2017, 05:45:36 pm
Post by: Jurek on 13 July, 2017, 06:21:09 pm
I'm sure I've seen 0.7mm suggested as a reasonable working limit, and think it was in something written by Chris Juden. Certainly that's what I've measured the noticeably concave Open Pro I'm just about to replace at.If memory serves my split rims were ~0.6mm at the point of rupture - this was shortly after having bought the tyre pressure up to ~ 7 bar - which probably exacerbated things...
As for tools, I use a bent bit of broken Brompton spoke in place of your two drill bits.
On that basis, your 0.7 mm would be within a (safety) margin.
Also, (Tim) don't be dismissive of the accuracy of your plastic verniers...
They're generally pretty good.IME.
At the end of the day, we're not making parts for Concorde or the Space Shuttle...
Post by: TimO on 18 July, 2017, 06:41:58 pm
| (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/cycling/small.php?size=230&file=P7180342_rot_edit_crop_adj.jpg) (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/cycling/P7180342_rot_edit_crop_adj.jpg) | (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/cycling/small.php?size=250&file=P7180346_crop_adj.jpg) (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/cycling/P7180346_crop_adj.jpg) |
It has a nice double ended pipe, to allow use with any sort of valve, and a slide on handle. It's partially made out of metal, and seems rugged enough.
Having had several mini-pumps die, being bashed around too much in the bottom of my commuting pannier, I'm going to get a short section of acrylic tubing and some end-stops, to protect it from too much damage.
Post by: rogerzilla on 18 July, 2017, 08:02:24 pm
*ride fixed for a year and 39 x 21 is enough to climb anything
Post by: TimO on 21 July, 2017, 08:54:34 am
So, a 44T 130BCD System EX Fixie Track Chainring for £14 and a 20T Sturmey Archer Single Speed Freewheel for £12. Even with poor maintenance, £32 every couple of years isn't too bad an expense (a new chain is about £6, but I have that already). :D
Post by: Tim Hall on 21 July, 2017, 01:48:13 pm
Go to Halfords in search of tracknuts, F & R, for my fixer. Can't see them on the shelf, so ask the helpful woman behind the counter. Yes, she says, they're out the back. They've got Rear ones but not Front. Fine, I'll take them.
She reappears with Front, not Rear, as she'd misremembered. Still fine. Her colleague does the scanny stuff at the till, whilst I'm ready to show them the web price (£2.99) in case of discrepancy. And there was discrepancy, as they show up as one penny a packet. Somewhat puzzled, I ask why. They'd bought a load in to fix peoples bikes who had assembled them themselves, and done a poor job, but had too many, so they're obsolete and marked at 1p per packet. Ooh goody. Except I only have a tenner. No, it's OK she says, there's a 2p piece sitting on the till, they'll use that. I complement them on their business model, but suggest perhaps it's not sustainable.
Post by: sg37409 on 21 July, 2017, 02:06:55 pm
I find these to seep oil after a while, which trashes the pads obviously.
I'll fit it tonight, and take the chance of using the old one to see how my skills are at renovation.
Post by: rogerzilla on 21 July, 2017, 02:41:32 pm
Sort of. Indeed I've ended up with what I went shopping for, but no money left my hand.
Go to Halfords in search of tracknuts, F & R, for my fixer. Can't see them on the shelf, so ask the helpful woman behind the counter. Yes, she says, they're out the back. They've got Rear ones but not Front. Fine, I'll take them.
She reappears with Front, not Rear, as she'd misremembered. Still fine. Her colleague does the scanny stuff at the till, whilst I'm ready to show them the web price (£2.99) in case of discrepancy. And there was discrepancy, as they show up as one penny a packet. Somewhat puzzled, I ask why. They'd bought a load in to fix peoples bikes who had assembled them themselves, and done a poor job, but had too many, so they're obsolete and marked at 1p per packet. Ooh goody. Except I only have a tenner. No, it's OK she says, there's a 2p piece sitting on the till, they'll use that. I complement them on their business model, but suggest perhaps it's not sustainable.
And you got home to find they were 5/16"...
Post by: fuaran on 21 July, 2017, 05:54:39 pm
An Alpkit bag bundle - 2 stem cells, and a top tube bag. Not sure what bikes I will use them on, maybe 1 bag on each, but I'm sure they will be handy.
And a Bontrager bottle cage. The colour is described as "roarange", is that really a word?
Post by: Kim on 21 July, 2017, 06:00:05 pm
And a Bontrager bottle cage. The colour is described as "roarange", is that really a word?
Only if you're Scooby Doo.
Post by: mattc on 22 July, 2017, 04:21:44 pm
... Spaero Duo Head Double Action mini-pump ...Interesting - if probably NSFW.
Now - have you bought any cycling stuffs??
p.s. excellent use of images-in-tables :thumbsup:
Post by: TimO on 22 July, 2017, 07:47:48 pm
| (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/cycling/small.php?size=200&file=SystemEXAlloyRoadDropHandlebars26mm.jpg) (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/cycling/SystemEXAlloyRoadDropHandlebars26mm.jpg) | (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/cycling/small.php?size=135&file=DedaHandlebarTape.jpg) (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/cycling/DedaHandlebarTape.jpg) | (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/cycling/small.php?size=260&file=GiantSpeedshieldMudguards.jpg) (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/cycling/GiantSpeedshieldMudguards.jpg) |
Some handlebars, handlebar tape, and mudguards, which together with the chainring and freewheel that I bought a few days ago (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=13438.msg2190209#msg2190209), are going to give me plenty of work to do next weekend !
I hope the Giant Speedshield mudguards are going to be able to be fitted to my commuter, which has poor clearance for mudguards. These look promising for this type of problem, but frames and forks with little clearance are often "interesting" to fit mudguards too.
Post by: TimO on 22 July, 2017, 08:11:32 pm
(http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/cycling/small.php?size=200&file=TektroRL340BrakeLevers.jpg) (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/cycling/TektroRL340BrakeLevers.jpg)
At least these won't involve much extra effort, since the old ones will have to come off anyway, when the handlebars are changed.
Post by: TheLurker on 24 July, 2017, 10:37:59 am
Post by: Karla on 25 July, 2017, 11:18:42 am
A pack of Zipvit uncoated chocolate bars
A tribag (because I'm sick of used gel wrappers oozing down my leg for 100 miles)
A new tyre for the disc wheel
Can you tell it's long distance TT season?
Post by: TimO on 25 July, 2017, 03:26:18 pm
A pack of Zipvit rhubarb & custard gels
Any good?
There are a lot of citrus flavour gels out there, and they can be a bit acidic to eat. Torq also do a Rhubarb and Custard flavour, which is quite tolerable.
The Zipvit ones seem to get reasonable reviews from people, and appear to have some interesting flavours, as well as being a bit larger than many packs, which may or may not be a good thing, but certainly appears to give better value for money !
Post by: DuncanM on 25 July, 2017, 04:04:45 pm
Wera hex key set. I figured they are my most used tool for the bike, so worth getting a decent set for the shed. And they are colourful.Are they good?
I convinced myself I should get a set, then I bought a cheapass set of hex keys in Aldi. When I came to use them I realised that I've bought the imperial ones rather than the metric ones! :-[ So now I'm thinking (again) I should buy some good ones which will last ages and fit properly.
Cheers
Duncan
Post by: Karla on 26 July, 2017, 10:26:55 am
A pack of Zipvit rhubarb & custard gels
Any good?
There are a lot of citrus flavour gels out there, and they can be a bit acidic to eat. Torq also do a Rhubarb and Custard flavour, which is quite tolerable.
The Zipvit ones seem to get reasonable reviews from people, and appear to have some interesting flavours, as well as being a bit larger than many packs, which may or may not be a good thing, but certainly appears to give better value for money !
They're my go-to gel, this is a re-purchase. My feeding routine for long distance TTs has been the same for quite a while now: feed every 20 miles, cycling through one R&C gel (twice), one caffeine gel, one bar, plus coke and pineapple juice in the bidons. The Zipvit gels are a bit bigger so contain enough carbs to feed me for that long, plus I find the R&C taste palatable. I do intend to try changing to more bars and less gel, and to smaller gels (possibly Torq) taken more often, as I'm told that the body processes the sugar so fast that while I'm on the gels I'm probably burning through them faster than I eat them and starting to sugar crash before the next feed. I haven't had time to properly test that approach though, so for my upcoming events I'm sticking with what I know.
Post by: robgul on 26 July, 2017, 11:22:03 am
AND . . . I've made a tentative enquiry about a new carbon machine . . .
Rob
Post by: fuzzy on 26 July, 2017, 11:28:14 pm
Post by: robgul on 28 July, 2017, 07:23:27 am
A sprocket wear checker tool . . . . a bit of a luxury but it'll look good on the refettled toolboard (q.v.) - I was tempted by the Rohloff one (that works with other brands) but went for the slightly cheaper Unior one - checks sprocket wear on cassettes up to about 24T.
AND . . . I've made a tentative enquiry about a new carbon machine . . .
Rob
Carbon machine tried and ridden for about 50 miles - I really didn't feel very comfortable/confident on it so will stick with Ti and steel machines. A relief for my bank balance.
Rob
Post by: dim on 28 July, 2017, 08:33:09 am
(http://pelotonmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Turbocotton_Hero-610x350.jpg)
Post by: orienteer on 28 July, 2017, 11:32:44 am
They prevent the metal couplers from pinging against the frame and damaging the paint, and make them easier to grip when unscrewing/screwing them.
I'm selling sets of six to Moulton owners (or anyone else using them) for £3 post paid (UK addresses, otherwise £3.50), PM me if interested. I'd better put this in For Sale too.
Post by: citoyen on 28 July, 2017, 06:24:53 pm
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4312/36089428561_fa48b47c80_z.jpg)
Post by: Karla on 28 July, 2017, 07:21:44 pm
Post by: citoyen on 28 July, 2017, 07:50:37 pm
(I got two T-shirts. M'colleagues nabbed the rest.)
Post by: orienteer on 28 July, 2017, 07:59:36 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 28 July, 2017, 08:13:51 pm
Post by: dim on 03 August, 2017, 09:42:33 am
Chris King R45 Hubs with Ceramic Bearings laced to HED Belgium plus rims
being delivered today, and I will take the rims/hubs to my LBS later today .... I'm hoping that they will be ready tommorow pm
(https://www.picclickimg.com/d/l400/pict/272760591352_/CHRIS-KING-R45-Ceramic-hub-pair-for-HG.jpg)
this build will cost more than what I paid for my bike :-[
Post by: rogerzilla on 03 August, 2017, 09:16:18 pm
Then found a 1992 Cinder Cone in the right size which seems to have its original paint so might actually be a Cinder Cone...we'll see.
*they'd done a nice job and got the colour right
Post by: Torslanda on 03 August, 2017, 11:41:07 pm
I'm having new wheels built ....
Chris King R45 Hubs with Ceramic Bearings laced to HED Belgium plus rims
being delivered today, and I will take the rims/hubs to my LBS later today .... I'm hoping that they will be ready tommorow pm
this build will cost more than what I paid for my bike :-[
By appointment?
Post by: Pedaldog. on 04 August, 2017, 12:16:09 am
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 04 August, 2017, 11:13:57 pm
Post by: TimO on 05 August, 2017, 07:14:19 am
| (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/stuff/small.php?size=400&file=P8040504.JPG) (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/stuff/P8040504.JPG) | (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/stuff/small.php?size=300&file=IMG_20170804_182418.jpg) (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/stuff/IMG_20170804_182418.jpg) |
Enough p-clips to keep me going for quite a while, and that will let me put the rack back on the commuter and finish reassembling the rear of the bike. The brakes, rack and mudguards are all interconnected, so are essentially all put back on and adjusted together. It took me a while to sort them out, since they arrived in one big jumbled together bag!
Post by: Jakob on 06 August, 2017, 09:04:46 am
Post by: TimO on 06 August, 2017, 08:43:45 pm
After much hunting around, I found one rear brake cable, and one front brake cable. I have no idea when I bought the front cable, but it must have been a long time ago, since I just buy rear ones now, and cut them to length if necessary. The one long cable has now been used, and I needed some spares.
Post by: dim on 07 August, 2017, 03:06:56 pm
(http://3oibt43vzcwqgqn491t2jdh1.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/themes/cycliq/images/product-fly6-lights.png)
Post by: Jakob W on 09 August, 2017, 08:53:12 pm
Post by: TimO on 10 August, 2017, 09:01:38 pm
20 pear ended brake cables.
After much hunting around, I found one rear brake cable, and one front brake cable. I have no idea when I bought the front cable, but it must have been a long time ago, since I just buy rear ones now, and cut them to length if necessary. The one long cable has now been used, and I needed some spares.
Sorted, and a few brake pads too. :D
(http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/cycling/small.php?size=300&file=IMG_20170810_201328_crop_adj.jpg) (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/cycling/IMG_20170810_201328_crop_adj.jpg)
Post by: BrianI on 14 August, 2017, 09:57:08 pm
I figured the Dawes would be a better choice for exploring Skye than my 29er mtb as the Dawes can take panniers So ideal for packed lunches, wildlife watching gear etc, plus the rack for strapping the camera tripod too . Any real off roading will be done on Shank's Pony! ;D
Post by: BrianI on 14 August, 2017, 10:00:12 pm
I ordered them a few days ago, but they just arrived.
(http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/stuff/small.php?size=400&file=P8040504.JPG) (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/stuff/P8040504.JPG) (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/stuff/small.php?size=300&file=IMG_20170804_182418.jpg) (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/stuff/IMG_20170804_182418.jpg)
Enough p-clips to keep me going for quite a while, and that will let me put the rack back on the commuter and finish reassembling the rear of the bike. The brakes, rack and mudguards are all interconnected, so are essentially all put back on and adjusted together. It took me a while to sort them out, since they arrived in one big jumbled together bag!
Where did you order these from? I've struggled to find such things at Halfords / Screwfix etc.
Also, did you sort them while doing Hungarian folk dance?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ywWBy6J5gz8 ;D
Post by: dim on 15 August, 2017, 08:17:17 pm
(https://i.ytimg.com/vi/i6EOmRKdD-g/maxresdefault.jpg)
I had a very close look at the new GoPro Hero5 but the Garmin links to all the Garmin Sensors on my bike and displays the info on the video
Post by: Kim on 16 August, 2017, 11:44:31 pm
Post by: T42 on 17 August, 2017, 10:03:21 am
Post by: andrewc on 17 August, 2017, 10:56:01 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 20 August, 2017, 07:40:23 pm
OK, it was nearly £20 postage from Norway, but it's still half the going rate.
Post by: TimO on 21 August, 2017, 02:34:13 pm
... Enough p-clips to keep me going for quite a while ...Where did you order these from? I've struggled to find such things at Halfords / Screwfix etc.
Just from eBay, there are many available if you search for "p-clips". Those I got from here (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/P-Clips-Hose-Fuel-Pipe-Clamp-Cable-Wiring-Metal-W1-Steel-Rubber-Lined-ANY-SIZE/222535773155).
Also, did you sort them while doing Hungarian folk dance?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ywWBy6J5gz8 ;D
No dancing was involved, Hungarian or otherwise, and I rather boringly but appropriately, used a heap sort. :)
Post by: TimO on 21 August, 2017, 02:37:38 pm
(http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/stuff/small.php?size=300&file=IMG_20170821_141607_crop_adj.jpg) (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/stuff/IMG_20170821_141607_crop_adj.jpg)
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 23 August, 2017, 09:03:14 am
Post by: T42 on 23 August, 2017, 10:01:35 am
A box of Draper needle files, specifically for tidying up the the cut ends of brake and gear cables, but I suspect this lot will end up being used for many tasks, and keep me going for a while (if not forever !)
(http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/stuff/small.php?size=300&file=IMG_20170821_141607_crop_adj.jpg) (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/stuff/IMG_20170821_141607_crop_adj.jpg)
Very nice.
Then there's these, of course:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Welding-Tip-Cleaner-Needle-File/dp/B00IE65HDC
Just bought a set for slotting guitar nuts, but I reckon they'd work well on cable housings too.
Post by: dim on 23 August, 2017, 03:01:22 pm
(https://dbyvw4eroffpi.cloudfront.net/product-media/16J5/1000/1000/K-Edge-Combo-Mount-XL-for-Garmin-Edge-1000-and-GoPro.jpg)
not cheap, but very well made
Post by: Kim on 23 August, 2017, 03:21:02 pm
Post by: robgul on 23 August, 2017, 03:44:53 pm
Rob
Post by: Karla on 23 August, 2017, 03:57:52 pm
Just took delivery of some Northwave Extreme Tech shoes (like these (http://www.wiggle.co.uk/northwave-extreme-tech-3s-road-shoes/)) for a bargainous £10 (new!) from the Prendas eBay store. They were selling off a few pairs of shoes all at the same price, all in my size, but I resisted the urge to buy more as I already have too many shoes, and these were the best ones. :thumbsup:Stop making me want to hate you!
Post by: Canardly on 24 August, 2017, 08:45:13 pm
Post by: dim on 27 August, 2017, 07:39:54 pm
Koga Miyata Full pro (Tange Champion tubing):
(http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/EaAAAOSwhf1Zmc7r/s-l1600.jpg)
I will 'modernise' it a bit with a Shimano 105 or Ultegra groupset (12-32 cassette), decent saddle, some decent light strong wheels etc ....
Post by: Torslanda on 27 August, 2017, 09:36:44 pm
Could need one or two modifications - that or you're going to be busy finding 6 or 7 speed stuff to build it with...
Post by: dim on 28 August, 2017, 09:54:27 am
Did that come from Holland? Eindhoven perhaps?
Could need one or two modifications - that or you're going to be busy finding 6 or 7 speed stuff to build it with...
bought in the UK .... I already have a Koga Miyata GranWinner that I use as my daily commuter, so I will strip some of the parts off that and use them on the new frame in the meantime, and slowly upgrade, then sell the GranWinner frame on ebay
I converted the Granwinner to 9 speed with 11-28 (it was 7 speed when I bought it) .... works like a dream, and there is enough space to go 11 speed if I desire
on the new frame I will be looking at a 12-32 cassette, with more modern 105 or Ultegra. I will check what my LBS suggests.
some decent light wheels (tubeless ready) with a dynamo hub/lights, some Apidura bags and I'm good for some longer audax rides ....
I know that some will say that it's best to keep it original with original gearing etc, but I'm not too concerned as I am after a light steel audax bike that I'm planning to keep for a long time
Post by: Torslanda on 28 August, 2017, 11:11:37 am
Post by: TimO on 28 August, 2017, 03:03:03 pm
(http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/cycling/small.php?size=450&file=IMG_20170828_143213_crop_adj.jpg) (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/cycling/IMG_20170828_143213_crop_adj.jpg)
Footnote [1] : With the SRAM single speed links, you need to flex the chain to put them on, which is fiddly enough. I'm not sure if they would come off with a similar manoeuvre. I guess this tool may help the pins to bend a little, for the necessary movement.
(http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/cycling/small.php?size=100&file=SRAM_SingleSpeedLink.jpg) (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/cycling/small.php?size=1024&file=SRAM_SingleSpeedLink.jpg)
Post by: dim on 29 August, 2017, 03:50:45 pm
I fully applaud you having your bike built your way. You're obviously aware of the mods required on a c.40 yr old frame so I'll keep my nose out...
thanks .... I popped into my LBS today and had a chat .... no probs to convert it to 10 speed.
My Giant TCR has the 10 speed 105, and I have really good wheels on that (HED Belgium Plus with Chris King R45 ceramic bearing hubs) ....On the new Koga Miyata frame, it would be great if I could just swop wheels from the Giant when I do a long Audax ride
There may be a problem though if I wish to change the fork to a carbon one, but they cannot comment yet until they check the frame
Post by: Torslanda on 29 August, 2017, 05:03:51 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 29 August, 2017, 05:04:47 pm
Post by: dim on 29 August, 2017, 08:16:51 pm
Start looking for a 1" carbon fork with an uncut steerer...
thanks for that .... the other problem is that the Miyata fork has a large rake (it curves a lot at the bottom) .... so if I get a carbon fork, it will have to be one that puts the front wheel in the same position (if that makes sense)... i.e. it has to be angled forwards and not vertical
Post by: Quisling on 31 August, 2017, 09:36:34 am
Just about managed to avoid ordering one of these: https://fairlightcycles.com/faran/?v=79cba1185463
Phew! That was close. ::-)
Post by: ElyDave on 31 August, 2017, 10:53:41 am
Slight cheat (I ordered it yesterday) - a new Shimano rear mech for my tandem - which suffered a spoke/mech interface disaster. I know, I should have adjusted the mech :facepalm:
Just about managed to avoid ordering one of these: https://fairlightcycles.com/faran/?v=79cba1185463
Phew! That was close. ::-)
That's definitely going on my list of future frames for my "3 into 1" bike, ticks all the boxes and reasonably competitively priced.
Post by: Canardly on 31 August, 2017, 02:34:46 pm
Post by: robgul on 31 August, 2017, 08:31:25 pm
Rob
Post by: cycleman on 01 September, 2017, 07:34:19 am
Post by: Karla on 02 September, 2017, 05:03:48 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 02 September, 2017, 06:48:22 pm
Today need a new front mech,
Post by: ElyDave on 05 September, 2017, 08:13:00 am
Post by: Quisling on 05 September, 2017, 09:39:13 am
Post by: dim on 25 September, 2017, 11:15:51 am
(http://www.cyclowired.jp/sites/default/files/images/2016/03/25/IRC_formula-59.jpg)
Post by: Karla on 25 September, 2017, 11:57:43 am
Post by: davelodwig on 25 September, 2017, 02:04:25 pm
Also a Castelli Gabba Long sleeve, in the mythical 3XL, reduced and it fits.
D.
Post by: zigzag on 25 September, 2017, 07:49:19 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 02 October, 2017, 09:53:01 pm
Post by: dim on 03 October, 2017, 06:43:16 am
Vittoria Open Pave CG III
(http://road.cc/sites/default/files/cropped/preview_500/images/vittoria%20open%20pave%20cg%20tyres%20/vittoria%20open%20pave%20cg%20tyres%20%20-%205.jpg)
Post by: Moleman76 on 03 October, 2017, 07:54:02 am
Post by: Kim on 05 October, 2017, 07:42:53 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 06 October, 2017, 05:22:29 pm
It (the S One) had done 5000+ miles so I can't complain. A "Jureking" of the tyre revealed that the tread was quite loose on the casing in a number of areas. When inflated it looked fine, deflated it was in disgraceful condition. I swapped it with a spare Marathon Extreme for the Chocolate Cafe ride last Saturday. Ride leader punctures are bad enough at the best of times, a puncture on a knackered tyre is too embarrassing to contemplate.
I chose the GK SK after reading good reviews and the experience that Helen has had with a 26mm GK on the back of her Burls; ~4000 miles with no reason to remove the tyre (IYSWIM) and there are only a few minor cuts in the tread.
The GK SK went on fairly easily (Velocity Aleron rims). Which is nice. If I can find my calipers (they're somewhere "safe"), I'll measure their width.
Great value with my discount from the LBS and they're tubeless compatible up to 4 Bar although I'm not ready to repeat that particular experiment yet.
To sum up: Yes, some patches and a tyre.
*Small Knob. Seems appropriate.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 10 October, 2017, 09:40:24 pm
Post by: T42 on 11 October, 2017, 08:25:18 am
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 15 October, 2017, 09:24:08 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 27 October, 2017, 07:15:10 pm
The Cinder Cone will basically be a straight '92 MTB, with parts recycled from the Fire Mountain, fat M+ tyres and a closer-ratio cassette. Since the mudguards give most of the trouble on my bikes (they always break after a year or two) and don't stop your feet getting sprayed anyway, I'll try the Crud Racer set. This gives enough clearance to fit studded tyres for the snow and ice. I used the Fire Mountain extensively for commuting in the summer and it saves a fair bit of time, being able to take short cuts across grass and off kerbs.
But there's a '94 Kilauea to build up first, as a proper 90s MTB. That one's going to be really good fun round the local purpose-built singletrack.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 31 October, 2017, 02:38:15 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 31 October, 2017, 02:59:01 pm
Campag 10sp brake hoods, both new and old pairs for HK's Moulton and Roberts
Shimano old Ultegra brake hoods for my trike
Tektro RX5 mini-V-brakes x 2 for spares
Jtek downtube cable stop for my trike
1" star nut for HK's Roberts
Brompton rack shock cord x 2
Post by: T42 on 31 October, 2017, 04:50:56 pm
Wretched place was festooned with cackling electronic witches, plastic spiders and imitation webs that got hooked up in the Velcro & was a bugger to get rid of.
Post by: Owthathurt on 31 October, 2017, 08:55:13 pm
Post by: dim on 01 November, 2017, 09:08:46 am
(http://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2014/06/Canyon-Endurace-2014-630x419.jpg)
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 01 November, 2017, 11:35:06 am
Post by: mcshroom on 09 November, 2017, 10:45:39 pm
Post by: TimO on 15 November, 2017, 08:07:23 am
Since I noticed my rim is failing, a new pair of wheels, in red for the commuter. I didn't particularly want red, but it'll make a change from the normal black or silver, at least until road grime obscures the colouring.
Also, a spare tyre, in case the reason for my recent spate of punctures is that the tyre has become too worn, and a Crank Bros pedal refresh kit, because it's far cheaper than the cheapest set of Eggbeaters I can find at the moment. Since I need to pick up the tyre from Evans in Wimbledon, which I can easily do on my enforced public transport commute, and Evans seems to be the cheapest for the refresh kit, I can save even more with their store pickup option, and not have to deal with the probable "will not fit through a letterbox" issue.
Whilst I was at it, I also ordered a pair of 50m workshop rolls of rim tape, since it's generally upwards of £4 (if you're lucky, and don't include postage) for 2m of rim tape cut to the size for a wheel, but £16 for 50m of it, which will work for 25 wheels. I don't think I'll need to use it for 50 wheels in the near future, but I'll definitely still save money, and not have to faff around finding it.
Post by: Kim on 15 November, 2017, 05:05:47 pm
So, new shifters, three chains and a cassette. And a couple of spare 10sp quicklinks for the toolkit. And a new mirror and brake levers[2] to replace the ones that were damaged. And some gear cable outer that I needed anyway.
Bah.
[1] Microshift 9-speed bar end. This has lasted many years longer than the Dura-Ace ones that came before it, because the indexing ring isn't made of cheese.
[2] 4-finger levers with rubber grippy bits seem to have gone out of fashion.
Post by: T42 on 16 November, 2017, 08:22:23 am
Post by: rogerzilla on 16 November, 2017, 09:21:53 pm
1. A Sachs Duomatic hub for which no-one else was interested enough to bid more than £30 - I already have a rim and it will sort out the woeful rear braking of the Raleigh Twenty
2. The correct length triple-butted*, threaded Kona fork for the Cinder Cone (oh ye of little faith)! Only £35 posted including a stem and bars which I don't want but can sell for the entire purchase cost
3. A Campag Record large flange front hub with straight-arm skewer (this is total Campag porn, in case you didn't know) for £20. I'm sure the front-end flex of the Holdsworth, which makes it nigh-on unrideable up steep hills because of extreme brake rub, is caused by the 3-piece BHC Airlite hub. This one should be a straight swap.
*it is a whole 50g lighter than the single-butted version. Whoopee shit. But it is *correct* for the frame.
Post by: clarion on 17 November, 2017, 10:41:58 am
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 17 November, 2017, 11:16:17 am
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 17 November, 2017, 12:12:12 pm
LH TA crank, TA big ring and Shimano BB for HK's Roberts
Octalink BB and pair of 9sp quicklinks for HK's Condor
Wahoo Elemnt (Garmin is not getting anything more from me)
Cateye rear light and saddle rail bracket for HK's Brompton
Cheap KMC chain for my fixed
Pair of 3/8" wheel nuts for my trike
Set of tandem cranks and chainrings to allow the single-side drive racing tandem to be converted for audax use, if necessary
Brompton dynowheel
Post by: clarion on 17 November, 2017, 12:53:01 pm
I asked for the comparison, because I have ridden S2C twice - once Malvolio's, and once AdieSee's. I had to resign myself to change gear every time I braked, so had to remember.
I have been tempted to change the folder's gears for an S2C (because cables), but the scenic nature of the West Midlands is making me think otherwise.
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 18 November, 2017, 07:51:23 am
Post by: mcshroom on 18 November, 2017, 09:55:06 am
Post by: rogerzilla on 18 November, 2017, 01:59:07 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 18 November, 2017, 02:50:56 pm
Post by: Karla on 22 November, 2017, 04:52:18 pm
This gives rise to the question of what wall ornament to create with the old ones? A clock perhaps? How about a candlestick holder, or even a toilet roll holder as one friend suggested? Any other ideas?
Post by: Torslanda on 22 November, 2017, 07:50:45 pm
Post by: Karla on 23 November, 2017, 10:59:20 am
Today's order: some TRP brake levers for said bars, because the old ones had levers integrated.
Post by: Ham on 23 November, 2017, 07:56:49 pm
Hmm now there's a thought.
Today's order: some TRP brake levers for said bars, because the old ones had levers integrated.
So these are going to be disintegrated?
Post by: Feanor on 24 November, 2017, 10:38:53 am
Post by: Karla on 26 November, 2017, 11:50:12 am
Hmm now there's a thought.
Today's order: some TRP brake levers for said bars, because the old ones had levers integrated.
So these are going to be disintegrated?
A large part of the reason the aged carbon originals are being replaced is that I'm worried they may disintegrate while I'm riding.
Post by: ElyDave on 01 December, 2017, 03:16:39 pm
A new mains powered Dremel replacement as my old battery powered one now lasts about 5 asthmatic minutes, and a set of digital calipers, so for the next few days, if it stands still, I'll measure it.
Post by: Luke on 05 December, 2017, 06:56:52 pm
So now I've got 10 rear lights coming.
Post by: rogerzilla on 05 December, 2017, 07:00:14 pm
Post by: Kim on 05 December, 2017, 07:24:52 pm
I was going to order a couple of the Planet X phaart bleep rear lights, but there was a link on the page to a trade box of ten for £20 instead of a fiver each.
So now I've got 10 rear lights coming.
Bet you still get SMIDSYed thobut.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 11 December, 2017, 08:51:09 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 16 December, 2017, 10:18:32 am
Will take out the bearing units and pack them with fresh Shimano green grease before riding, as they might be gummy after 20 years on the shelf.
Post by: ElyDave on 16 December, 2017, 06:34:16 pm
Post by: kyuss on 18 December, 2017, 04:44:45 pm
And here it is. £17 of 90's steel in surprisingly good condition.
(https://i.imgur.com/9KbD0iR.jpg)
Post by: ElyDave on 18 December, 2017, 05:23:58 pm
Post by: GrahamG on 19 December, 2017, 02:39:26 pm
Post by: De Sisti on 19 December, 2017, 07:19:13 pm
Post by: dim on 19 December, 2017, 08:07:53 pm
(https://www.apidura.com/content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_1222-1180x640.png)
next week, I will get the Apidura Frame pack
Post by: kyuss on 20 December, 2017, 06:53:31 pm
That's hideous - is it a Topanga? I had one very similar in my teens.
Yep, a Topanga. One of the reasons I bought it was the hideous paint. Wait till you see how much more hideous it can get once I've fitted drop bars. :D
Post by: kyuss on 22 December, 2017, 02:00:03 pm
(http://i.imgur.com/fv2DEaI.jpg)
That's better!
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 30 December, 2017, 07:11:55 pm
Post by: rafletcher on 31 December, 2017, 06:17:03 pm
Post by: Karla on 03 January, 2018, 02:00:25 pm
Post by: rafletcher on 03 January, 2018, 06:51:46 pm
Several. A B&M dynamo light set, and a rear rack and rack pack, both Topeak brand. Hopefully I’ll be able to molisg some way of attaching the Exposure Redeye rear light to the proprietary Topeak light clip on the rack pack.
Hmmm, I.cold but bought a Cateye specific bracket instead. And I’ve splashed out in some Lake shoes (2pairs, standard and narrow) in my continuing quest for comfort. As they’re leather they may conform to my feet better.
Post by: kyuss on 03 January, 2018, 11:06:51 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 04 January, 2018, 07:47:49 pm
Post by: SoreTween on 04 January, 2018, 08:24:11 pm
1Only temporarily L to me. Under normal circumstances distinctly un L.
Post by: dim on 04 January, 2018, 09:11:07 pm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZvZefu-6Mg (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZvZefu-6Mg)
I bought the Dura Ace WH-9100 Dura-Ace skewers (not cheap though)
Post by: Redlight on 04 January, 2018, 09:37:48 pm
What else can you do with a £10 Wiggle voucher when you already have plenty of spare inner tubes?
Post by: kyuss on 06 January, 2018, 01:02:54 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 06 January, 2018, 03:55:22 pm
A quill stem adapter so I could fit one of the many stems I seem to have collected over the years.
(http://i.imgur.com/fv2DEaI.jpg)
That's better!
That's giving me ideas for my ancient Saracen of I can't sell it. I have sent of midge bars hanging around
Post by: kyuss on 15 January, 2018, 12:03:15 pm
Post by: TimO on 19 January, 2018, 06:48:23 pm
(http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/cycling/small.php?size=480&file=IMG_20180119_161043_adj.jpg) (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/cycling/IMG_20180119_161043_adj.jpg)
It's a thing of beauty to hold, and behold. :thumbsup:
Post by: Jakob W on 19 January, 2018, 10:21:49 pm
Post by: TimO on 20 January, 2018, 12:41:30 pm
Shiny! Are those replaceable jaws?
No, it's a stop. The open end has 30° positions. In the 'normal' position, the open end behaves like any other open ended spanner, but if you rotate the tool through 30°, the stop will retain a head. This helps if you need to hold a nut in place with the spanner, to get it into an inaccessible location. They've put a lot of thought into these spanners, but consequently they're expensive.
I think this part has to be bolted on, because of the nature of its construction, and any spares do not appear to be easily available.
Wera Combination Spanner (https://www-de.wera.de/en/great-tools/joker/)
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 13 February, 2018, 07:33:57 pm
Post by: Canardly on 13 February, 2018, 09:47:58 pm
Post by: nikki on 13 February, 2018, 10:48:26 pm
Top Peak ratchet rocket. Very handy for otherwise inaccessible places using 1/4 bits.
I actually considered composing a valentine's poem to mine earlier today. Bloody love it!
Post by: ElyDave on 16 February, 2018, 11:25:40 pm
- 4th hand tool
- cable cutters
- bar tape
- a lifetime's supply of brake and cable outers (30m reels, I couldn't resist the offer vs buying by the meter)
Brake levers may arrive tomorrow.
Post by: Moleman76 on 17 February, 2018, 07:38:31 am
- a lifetime's supply of brake and cable outers (30m reels, I couldn't resist the offer vs buying by the meter)
so you have decided on your housing colour for life, then?
Post by: Moleman76 on 17 February, 2018, 07:40:53 am
Looks like it's been pebbledashed to match the wall.
or like "zolatone" paint ?
Post by: ElyDave on 17 February, 2018, 01:12:35 pm
- a lifetime's supply of brake and cable outers (30m reels, I couldn't resist the offer vs buying by the meter)
so you have decided on your housing colour for life, then?
Yep, any colour as long as it's black
Post by: De Sisti on 17 February, 2018, 08:33:37 pm
Post by: Karla on 24 February, 2018, 06:44:05 pm
Some Shimano 8 speed bar end shifters, because my Campag 10 speeds I've been using on the touring bike are on their last legs
An 8 speed chain - I shouldn't need to explain this one!
Post by: ElyDave on 24 February, 2018, 07:12:06 pm
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 27 February, 2018, 08:41:04 pm
Post by: pumpkin on 28 February, 2018, 11:07:41 am
Post by: Guy on 06 March, 2018, 12:53:34 pm
Post by: Jakob on 07 March, 2018, 07:00:52 am
(https://images.bigcartel.com/product_images/156079117/crewframe1.jpg)
Started tearing down the old BMX, but got the crank arms are seriously stuck on. I'll take it to the LBS, who dismantled it for a tenner when I replaced the the bottom bracket last summer.
Post by: Torslanda on 11 March, 2018, 10:02:59 pm
Friday, Bafang 36v 250w mid drive conversion kit and ordered a chainring adapter so it can take a 4x104 narrow/wide ring & guard. Also £££LOTS but not quite as much as the batteries.
Today, collected a big box full or Weinmann (mainly) calipers. Run of the mill 730 side pulls, 999 centre pulls etc. but also a pair of Shimano Exage, some Tourneys and, lurking in the bottom, a pair of 7spd Deore XT thumbies. Anyone need any retro bits?
Post by: Jakob on 13 March, 2018, 07:57:03 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 13 March, 2018, 11:34:29 pm
Pondered mudguards for the cruzbike, but waiting for now.
Post by: Torslanda on 13 March, 2018, 11:45:41 pm
Percussively...
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 17 March, 2018, 01:57:39 pm
Post by: Moleman76 on 18 March, 2018, 05:59:02 am
Post by: dim on 19 March, 2018, 08:31:03 am
My new Commuter (Whyte Suffolk) and I will also use it for some Audax rides:
(https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/SPkAAOSwU91aeyzR/s-l1600.jpg)
A Carradice Barley saddlebag:
(https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/Rg4AAOSwiuxapRDZ/s-l1600.jpg)
The bagman quick release support:
(https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/udIAAOSwGzlTv7qB/s-l500.jpg)
and Dura Ace 9000 skewers for my Giant TCR
Post by: BrianI on 19 March, 2018, 06:25:33 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 12 April, 2018, 04:54:50 pm
NCN 7 - Lochs and Glens Sarf - for the summer tour
NCN 51 - Oxford to Cambridge, just because. Now I need to work out how to get back from Oxford, other than either going via London, or turning round and riding back.
Post by: Canardly on 12 April, 2018, 05:22:48 pm
http://www.squarewheels.org.uk/bike/routeCamOx/
Post by: BrianI on 19 April, 2018, 12:28:22 pm
Post by: T42 on 19 April, 2018, 01:05:01 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 19 April, 2018, 03:13:44 pm
Now Kim has me looking at Ventisit pads
Post by: Si S on 20 April, 2018, 01:51:27 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 20 April, 2018, 06:25:39 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 04 May, 2018, 08:56:57 pm
Post by: perpetual dan on 04 May, 2018, 09:21:35 pm
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Post by: rogerzilla on 10 May, 2018, 07:08:42 pm
Post by: andytheflyer on 19 May, 2018, 08:42:11 am
It fitted perfectly. Even better, it fitted after being soaked and washed a few times. Result. Even if I don't like the graphics.
Wanted a couple more, but Prendas have a 4 for 3 offer on, so bought 4. It would have been rude not to.
Post by: rafletcher on 19 May, 2018, 06:57:21 pm
Post by: Jakob W on 19 May, 2018, 07:09:37 pm
Post by: Moleman76 on 20 May, 2018, 06:25:05 am
Post by: De Sisti on 20 May, 2018, 10:38:47 am
[edit: Refund sorted].
Post by: rogerzilla on 20 May, 2018, 02:22:14 pm
* not lilac but allegedly made by Harry himself
Post by: rogerzilla on 25 May, 2018, 02:26:55 pm
Bare frame is 4lb 2oz. Has 90s 531 decals :sick: but it's a 1963 frame based on known numbers either side.
Has the old style 10mm seat bolt. Looks straight and undinged although the seat tube could do with a clean out - the seller had a very short post in there and it's a bit cruddy below. Threads good, headset cups not the tightest I've known but they did need the rocket tool. Track ends mercifully chunky.
Will get Argos to give it the paint it deserves and maybe build a road fork. Although it's been drilled for a brake, received wisdom is that a real track fork isn't great on the road - it's not designed for rough surfaces or for braking forces, modest as they are with a caliper brake.
Had various hipster parts on it which I'll sell to fund the respray. Good crankset, Gran Compe track wheels (I'll true them as they're not up to my standards) and fancy flat pedals. There's also a reasonable front brake and lever, an interesting 3T stem, and a 1" threadless alloy fork (rare) with a steel steerer. The rest of it is worn-out shite ;-)
*put my front track wheel in there and the 23mm tyre has 3mm of daylight between the tread and the groove in the underside of the fork crown. I wouldn't like to see a 25mm tyre in there.
Post by: Torslanda on 26 May, 2018, 08:38:21 am
No. The back wheel wouldn't turn AT ALL. At least until I'd set the skewer about half depth in the dropout.
I don't have to ride it. TFFT.
Post by: chrisbainbridge on 26 May, 2018, 01:40:39 pm
Post by: rafletcher on 26 May, 2018, 05:04:19 pm
just installing the new Finishline tubeless sealant with kevlar and CO2 compatible.. interesting to see how it works.
It will indeed. I have some in my shed to use in the next couple of months as the Schwalbe Blue needs refreshing.
Post by: rafletcher on 26 May, 2018, 05:05:48 pm
Post by: chrisbainbridge on 26 May, 2018, 08:39:16 pm
Post by: Pedaldog. on 27 May, 2018, 01:32:03 am
She's got a good credit score.
I gorra lorra debts in my name.
She's gone an got me some more.
Pinnacle Ramin three plus coming my way next week.
Someday, time unspecified, she might get a peek, of the money, perhaps.
Prolly!
Post by: Moleman76 on 27 May, 2018, 06:45:41 am
Two destinations in mind, both mudgards: in grooves on some shiny aluminum ones, and on the otherwise-round surface of some red-painted ones. Two different bikes will get the conspicuity assistance.
Post by: citoyen on 29 May, 2018, 05:51:07 pm
http://www.sunrace.com/en/products/detail/cnq
Anyone know if these are any good?
They're certainly cheap compared to Shimano's version, that's for sure.
Post by: Torslanda on 29 May, 2018, 05:58:55 pm
Probably better known these days as the fount of everything Sturmey-Archer thobut . . .
Post by: citoyen on 29 May, 2018, 07:25:34 pm
Post by: rafletcher on 29 May, 2018, 08:52:36 pm
Initial thoughts are good. Seems gloopier than stans and other sealant.
And I assume the tyres sealed ok when you mounted them?
Post by: chrisbainbridge on 29 May, 2018, 09:21:41 pm
I find this much easier and cleaner. Everything seems fine. But I can only prove it is. Eternal by not having to stop for punctures.
Post by: Moleman76 on 08 June, 2018, 06:27:19 am
+ for a more period- and ethnically-correct approach to toe-clips & straps on my (French) Stella, Lapize straps and Christophe clips arrived from separate eBay sellers this week.
+ for upgrades to the seldom-ridden tandem, DiaCompe CR-X brakes (sourced from SJS), a new stoker stem with a 4-bolt faceplate, and some cable attachment bits for a recently-acquired Arai drum brake.
Soon to appear (from a seller in Portugal): a Huret single right-side shift lever, to mount on stoker's handlebar to control said drum brake.
And various cans of spray paint to better camoflague a frame pump, so it will blend in with the frame color.
However, there was a transaction the other way: sold a fork - original fork from my 650b Rawland Stag, replaced by a lighter fork, and thus surplus and sitting around for the past few years.
Post by: ElyDave on 08 June, 2018, 07:09:35 pm
temporary spoke
new quick links
All for use on the tour later this year
Post by: De Sisti on 15 June, 2018, 09:07:48 am
(http://www.wigglestatic.com/product-media/5360085288/shimano-ultegra-hub-front.jpg?w=200&h=200&a=7)
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/887/42093025584_794c2f6847_z.jpg)
Post by: T42 on 15 June, 2018, 10:30:12 am
Post by: Andrew Br on 16 June, 2018, 04:33:08 pm
I'm hoping this lot can be used with the existing Campag 10 speed chainset and FD. If not, more kerching !
I also looked at a Redshift stopshock "suspension" stem but I bailed when I saw 20% VAT added at check-out. It was already expensive but it became "too much".
Shame, I like the sound of it.
Coming soon in the classifieds section:- Hope V Twin, shifters and, maybe, a chainset.
Post by: perpetual dan on 25 June, 2018, 10:04:02 pm
Post by: rafletcher on 26 June, 2018, 02:31:33 pm
Disco Baby ! being turned up to 11:- Ultegra 8020 shifters, med cage Ultegra RD, Hope RX4 calipers (red, to match the hubs and rotors) and a f*ck me how much ? Ultegra 11-34 cassette.
I'm hoping this lot can be used with the existing Campag 10 speed chainset and FD. If not, more kerching !
I also looked at a Redshift stopshock "suspension" stem but I bailed when I saw 20% VAT added at check-out. It was already expensive but it became "too much".
Shame, I like the sound of it.
Coming soon in the classifieds section:- Hope V Twin, shifters and, maybe, a chainset.
You might find the 10sp chain a bit wide for the 11sp cassette, but an 11sp chain will work fine with the chainset and probably with the fd too.
Post by: ElyDave on 30 June, 2018, 04:06:02 pm
Triple fronts seem hard to find these days.
Post by: Snakehips on 05 July, 2018, 03:54:54 pm
Price has dropped twice in the last few weeks but there could be a further drop as they seem to have plenty left.
Post by: De Sisti on 05 July, 2018, 06:33:37 pm
Post by: Pedaldog. on 06 July, 2018, 12:15:14 am
Post by: Canardly on 06 July, 2018, 03:14:18 pm
Post by: rafletcher on 06 July, 2018, 03:24:01 pm
Post by: Greenbank on 12 July, 2018, 10:41:14 am
Current one on the hack bike is on its way out (jockey wheels are toast). Found a used one still in good nick for roughly what I'd pay for a new set of jockey wheels.
Post by: rafletcher on 12 July, 2018, 05:30:41 pm
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/917/42461284715_5261c9791d_m.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/27GabBM)IMG_0203 (https://flic.kr/p/27GabBM) by Richard Fletcher (https://www.flickr.com/photos/156993878@N08/), on Flickr
Nice to see a good selection of spacers supplied on the steerer, and it also comes with a 5Nm torque key.
Post by: rogerzilla on 13 July, 2018, 06:28:33 pm
Post by: rafletcher on 13 July, 2018, 08:13:08 pm
Post by: De Sisti on 18 July, 2018, 09:25:07 am
(I had a day off work so drove to the shop in Chorley, as I didn't want to face the prospect
of an on-line order in a particular size and finding out that it doesn't fit, or ordering two pairs
and having to send one pair back).
(https://merlincycles-img.s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/productImage_470_470_ffffff_image-jpeg/26814_sidi_dominator_7_mega_mtb_shoes_2017.jpg)
Post by: Andrew Br on 27 July, 2018, 02:28:24 pm
Disco Baby ! being turned up to 11:- Ultegra 8020 shifters, med cage Ultegra RD, Hope RX4 calipers (red, to match the hubs and rotors) and a f*ck me how much ? Ultegra 11-34 cassette.
I'm hoping this lot can be used with the existing Campag 10 speed chainset and FD. If not, more kerching !
Pictures:-
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/853/42955025694_756dda746e_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/28rMJBh)Hope RX4 caliper- front (https://flic.kr/p/28rMJBh) by Chocolatebike1 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/), on Flickr
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/913/41863180740_d444eb1fb0_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/26MiK9h)Hope RX4 caliper- rear. (https://flic.kr/p/26MiK9h) by Chocolatebike1 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/), on Flickr
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/928/29801231768_c9985f55ce_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Mpr6WQ)One One Dirty Disco. (https://flic.kr/p/Mpr6WQ) by Chocolatebike1 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/), on Flickr
You might find the 10sp chain a bit wide for the 11sp cassette, but an 11sp chain will work fine with the chainset and probably with the fd too.
I went for a new FD in the end but the chainset is playing nicely with the new components. I'm using an 11 speed chain.
So far, so good but the hoods are going to take some getting used to and I might need a shorter stem.
The 1st proper ride will be this evening on the York-Hull FNRttC (provided the trains are running............).
Post by: andrewc on 28 July, 2018, 12:08:50 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 30 July, 2018, 09:13:57 pm
Post by: TheLurker on 02 August, 2018, 06:59:03 pm
Post by: Ham on 07 August, 2018, 08:09:57 am
(https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Lub7BEoAOw8/W2lFhrsdF0I/AAAAAAACzyw/EZTcdCihdtoQ3f4dXszIhhZpn1A45aPtACKgBGAs/s1600/MVIMG_20180807_080651.jpg)
Post by: Aunt Maud on 08 August, 2018, 04:22:16 pm
Brompton S6L titanium nickel plated shopper.
Lookenzee like this....
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/931/43024373165_ae0f183d9e_b.jpg)
Post by: Mrs Pingu on 08 August, 2018, 05:28:22 pm
One of which are this year's new model with pink chamois, the other are the old model with blue chamois.
My efforts to find the really old model with the orange chamois failed.
So the new pink chamois. Some boffin at Assos has developed the Golden Gate chamois which involves the great wheeze of not stitching the mid section of the chamois to the shorts: https://roubaixcycling.cc/2016/06/04/assos-s7-bibshorts-equipe-v-cento-game-changer/
But, surely having things free to move around means more likelihood of chafing ???
Post by: Kim on 08 August, 2018, 05:35:05 pm
https://roubaixcycling.cc/2016/06/04/assos-s7-bibshorts-equipe-v-cento-game-changer/
Reading that takes me back to the days when I thought lycra shorts were inherently ridiculous. (They still are, obviously, but I've become desensitised to the fact through prolonged use.)
Things free to move around might be a good thing if it means they stay put against the skin, in a double-layer sock style, maybe? I'm also sceptical.
Post by: Mrs Pingu on 08 August, 2018, 06:04:37 pm
Post by: Gattopardo on 11 August, 2018, 02:29:40 pm
6 x pairs of SCS road brake pads at 1.5 euro a pair
2 x pairs of older type brake pads at 1.3 euro a pair.
From a french supermarket
2 x 700x 18-23 inner tubes a euro a go. Don't even need tubes but at a euro a go could say no.
Pair of plastic brake pedals at euro....same reason.
Post by: Tim Hall on 11 August, 2018, 10:49:59 pm
I think the till automatically dedeuted 30% then she did it again. That's 51% discount. It would be pushing my luck to ask for the ctc discount , so paid for my HALF PRICE jacket and left.
Post by: rogerzilla on 17 August, 2018, 07:53:22 am
Post by: Danu on 17 August, 2018, 08:02:23 am
Post by: De Sisti on 17 August, 2018, 11:31:57 am
Three more of these (https://www.rosebikes.co.uk/shimano-ultegra-cs-6500-9-speed-cassette-12-27-ratio-43873). They don't make the Sora, Tiagra, or 105 versions any more, so have to
buy the Ultegra ones instead.
(https://www.rosebikes.co.uk/media/product/1800_1200_91/a1/571089_1.9b25.jpg)
Post by: rogerzilla on 17 August, 2018, 05:16:14 pm
Have a look at the prendas website, a few lotto caps for saleIt has to be the grey 1992 one, or it's not lucky. One came up NOS on fleabay a few months back but went for way over the odds.
Post by: Paul H on 17 August, 2018, 07:44:44 pm
Can you not use a sram one? About half the price, maybe not the exact ratios, I think 12-26 is the nearest.
Three more of They don't make the Sora, Tiagra, or 105 versions any more, so have to
buy the Ultegra ones instead.
Post by: De Sisti on 17 August, 2018, 09:37:37 pm
I'm after a certain gear ratio: 13/14/15/17/19/21/24/27/30. The 12-27 is : 12/13/14/15/17/19/21/24/27
Three more of They don't make the Sora, Tiagra, or 105 versions any more, so have to
buy the Ultegra ones instead.
Can you not use a sram one? About half the price, maybe not the exact ratios, I think 12-26 is the nearest.
With the 12-27 I remove the 12/13, add a 13 no.1 sproket with lockring, and a (hard wearing) Highpath Engineering 30t
sproket at the other end. The 13 and 30 don't see as much use as the middle sprokets, so can be used in a subsequent
cassettes (without any shifting issues).
Post by: rogerzilla on 20 August, 2018, 08:31:58 pm
Post by: robgul on 22 August, 2018, 06:29:28 pm
Rob
Post by: Pedaldog. on 22 August, 2018, 11:42:54 pm
Post by: Pedaldog. on 22 August, 2018, 11:44:15 pm
Is this cycling stuff?Where from, How much and How many X's do they go up to in Sizes?
(https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Lub7BEoAOw8/W2lFhrsdF0I/AAAAAAACzyw/EZTcdCihdtoQ3f4dXszIhhZpn1A45aPtACKgBGAs/s1600/MVIMG_20180807_080651.jpg)
Post by: Torslanda on 23 August, 2018, 10:24:54 am
Post by: rogerzilla on 25 August, 2018, 12:05:28 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 25 August, 2018, 02:42:05 pm
Is this cycling stuff?Where from, How much and How many X's do they go up to in Sizes?
(https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Lub7BEoAOw8/W2lFhrsdF0I/AAAAAAACzyw/EZTcdCihdtoQ3f4dXszIhhZpn1A45aPtACKgBGAs/s1600/MVIMG_20180807_080651.jpg)
Similar ones here: http://uk.apresvelo.com/Products/men/t-shirts/original-search-engine-s-m?country=uk#9955874
Though not quite the same, as the one in Ham's post as a diamond frame and the one in the link has a dropped top tube...
Post by: T42 on 28 August, 2018, 01:26:16 pm
Post by: L CC on 28 August, 2018, 08:21:17 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 29 August, 2018, 08:29:24 pm
Post by: Pedaldog. on 30 August, 2018, 12:58:21 am
Not enough XXX's I'm afraid!
Post by: Karla on 30 August, 2018, 01:11:30 am
Post by: Mr Larrington on 30 August, 2018, 04:07:24 am
Overshoes and a GPS mount, both Poste Restante to a post office 1000 km ahead of me in the Yukon. Let's see if I manage to collect them.
Ooh, whereabouts?
<== Was there a couple of days ago and will be back on Saturday/Sunday
Post by: De Sisti on 30 August, 2018, 05:49:48 am
(http://www.wigglestatic.com/product-media/5300002342/SPA-2_003.jpg?w=430&h=430&a=7)
and some self extracting crank bolts:
(https://spacycles.co.uk/smsimg/17/3654-12543-list-selfextraxt-crank-bolt-silver-17.jpg)
Post by: L CC on 30 August, 2018, 12:51:11 pm
Post by: rafletcher on 30 August, 2018, 01:00:08 pm
https://www.tokenproducts.com/bottom-brackets/20-ninja/470-bb3724
Post by: Mrs Pingu on 30 August, 2018, 06:29:28 pm
Delivered today, 2 pairs of Assos shorts (because I'm worth it).
One of which are this year's new model with pink chamois, the other are the old model with blue chamois.
My efforts to find the really old model with the orange chamois failed.
So the new pink chamois. Some boffin at Assos has developed the Golden Gate chamois which involves the great wheeze of not stitching the mid section of the chamois to the shorts: https://roubaixcycling.cc/2016/06/04/assos-s7-bibshorts-equipe-v-cento-game-changer/
But, surely having things free to move around means more likelihood of chafing ???
So, having washed and worn the pink ones 3 times on holiday this fortnight here is what I have to report thus far:
+ the chamois didn't move and caused no chafing. How this will continue as the shorts age I dunno.
- whether the point above is in part due to the shorts being an *extremely snug fit* I don't know. Same size as the old models but rather harder to get into.
- they have a stupid pointless seam (a triumph of design over function) at the front of the leg cuff. Despite feeling no chafing here during wear it has resulted in skin rub and I now have scabs on my thighs.
- they have a lowered waist band. Probably lovely if you're a size XS but not so great if you have a big belly.
+ bum was happy even if nothing else was.
Post by: Pedaldog. on 31 August, 2018, 03:22:26 pm
Post by: bludger on 31 August, 2018, 03:31:47 pm
https://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/Bicycle-Computer-Fixed-Stem-Top-Cap-Mount-For-GARMIN-Edge-1000-800-810-500-200-/222490170162
I shouldn't think it'd be pinched off the bike - perhaps I'll super glue it on. Handlebars and saddles get stolen in this town maybe Garmin mounts do too.
(https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/uG0AAOSwf6pbbYLO/s-l400.jpg)
Post by: Torslanda on 31 August, 2018, 05:04:17 pm
@ Bludger. I had a call yesterday from the parent of a stude in That London that they have now. Said offspring had returned to his bike to find the handlebars stolen as a job lot. Carrera summat with 8 speed Claris.
No trial, they should be sent straight to crucifixion. At least that would please Jerkoof Grease-Smug.
Post by: BrianI on 31 August, 2018, 09:04:18 pm
Post by: bludger on 01 September, 2018, 02:04:44 pm
@ Bludger. I had a call yesterday from the parent of a stude in That London that they have now. Said offspring had returned to his bike to find the handlebars stolen as a job lot. Carrera summat with 8 speed Claris.
No trial, they should be sent straight to crucifixion. At least that would please Jerkoof Grease-Smug.
Yes it's not uncommon particularly if they've been left out overnight.
My plan is to superglue a ball bearing into the top cap bolt, which I can remove with the right chemicals when I need to access it. Ought to put off the opportunists at the least. I'm thinking of doing it with the seatpost clamp as well, right now I use a cheapo halfrauds combi lock to connect the saddle rails to the aux cable which holds the wheels.
Post by: Torslanda on 01 September, 2018, 02:22:56 pm
I give up.
Post by: bludger on 01 September, 2018, 02:27:07 pm
What about my pedals? Crumbs... They're only some used SPDs I got from the bike co op but what if someone grabbed those! :o
Post by: Torslanda on 01 September, 2018, 02:33:37 pm
If you have no bike lock you can't leave your bike anywhere.
Post by: robgul on 01 September, 2018, 04:15:22 pm
Aaargh!
Rob
Post by: Karla on 01 September, 2018, 10:22:55 pm
Overshoes and a GPS mount, both Poste Restante to a post office 1000 km ahead of me in the Yukon. Let's see if I manage to collect them.
Ooh, whereabouts?
<== Was there a couple of days ago and will be back on Saturday/Sunday
Whitehorse. I've now also tried the same trick again and ordered some Lake shoes PR to Anchorage as the ones I have are fantastic but have holes that are getting rather large.
Post by: Ham on 02 September, 2018, 09:12:38 am
Is this cycling stuff?Where from, How much and How many X's do they go up to in Sizes?
(https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Lub7BEoAOw8/W2lFhrsdF0I/AAAAAAACzyw/EZTcdCihdtoQ3f4dXszIhhZpn1A45aPtACKgBGAs/s1600/MVIMG_20180807_080651.jpg)
The late arrival of this reply is due to an earlier mechanical fault in the incoming message, we hope you chose to fly with us again.
https://www.s-ponder.com is the make, although they don't seem to list it on their site. I bought it in Bath in this gift shop (https://www.google.co.uk/maps/@51.3815101,-2.3579984,3a,40.3y,139.83h,87.12t/data=!3m9!1e1!3m7!1sEEZ2G1UIMZ1ssu9iF_2Ffw!2e0!7i13312!8i6656!9m2!1b1!2i31), I seem to recall they went up to XX, although again, the s-ponder website suggests that XL is the max. Given the number of USAnian tourists in Bath, I would be surprised if the XX+ isn't catered for. How much was about £16 IIRC.
Post by: mcshroom on 02 September, 2018, 09:30:38 am
IIRC USAnian XL = European XXL (and Asian XXXL!). I think that's what the Decathlon clothing labels said anyway :)Is this cycling stuff?Where from, How much and How many X's do they go up to in Sizes?
(https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Lub7BEoAOw8/W2lFhrsdF0I/AAAAAAACzyw/EZTcdCihdtoQ3f4dXszIhhZpn1A45aPtACKgBGAs/s1600/MVIMG_20180807_080651.jpg)
The late arrival of this reply is due to an earlier mechanical fault in the incoming message, we hope you chose to fly with us again.
https://www.s-ponder.com is the make, although they don't seem to list it on their site. I bought it in Bath in this gift shop (https://www.google.co.uk/maps/@51.3815101,-2.3579984,3a,40.3y,139.83h,87.12t/data=!3m9!1e1!3m7!1sEEZ2G1UIMZ1ssu9iF_2Ffw!2e0!7i13312!8i6656!9m2!1b1!2i31), I seem to recall they went up to XX, although again, the s-ponder website suggests that XL is the max. Given the number of USAnian tourists in Bath, I would be surprised if the XX+ isn't catered for. How much was about £16 IIRC.
Post by: perpetual dan on 16 September, 2018, 05:55:19 pm
Post by: andytheflyer on 20 September, 2018, 01:22:53 pm
I discussed the correct size over the phone with Bart at Ventisit, ordered it Monday and DPD delivered it today. Bart knew exactly what size I needed.
Fitted it - perfect fit and very comfortable - even though I only bought the Classic at 20mm thick as the bike has rear suspension so I thought that the thicker pad would be overkill. Time will tell.
Very pleased, the bike looks very smart (or it will do after it's had its pre-winter wash and fettle.
Post by: Andrew Br on 20 September, 2018, 02:20:40 pm
Now we're bound to have the driest Winter on record.
You're welcome.
Post by: menthel on 20 September, 2018, 03:16:23 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 21 September, 2018, 07:11:25 pm
A Gore waterproof cap.
Now we're bound to have the driest Winter on record.
You're welcome.
I might have to take it back for a refund, it's obviously faulty.
It's pissed down both times I've worn it.
Post by: tiermat on 23 September, 2018, 09:06:21 am
I am in no rush for them so ordered them from AliExpress
Post by: Torslanda on 23 September, 2018, 12:26:12 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 23 September, 2018, 01:07:34 pm
Post by: TimO on 23 September, 2018, 01:50:49 pm
... What about my pedals? Crumbs... They're only some used SPDs I got from the bike co op but what if someone grabbed those! :o
Probably over 20 years ago, way before YACF, I remember reading on one of the rec.cycling newsgroups of someone in New York, who had five locks on his bike. That was for a lock on both wheels, the saddle, and each pedal! Bicycle theft of premium parts is not a new thing. As you and others have said, lock it near other more desirable looking bicycles, avoid leaving it out at night etc Ultimately you cannot stop a determined thief, you just try and limit the attraction of your bike, and make casual theft difficult.
Post by: TimO on 23 September, 2018, 01:55:52 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 23 September, 2018, 02:02:47 pm
... What about my pedals? Crumbs... They're only some used SPDs I got from the bike co op but what if someone grabbed those! :o
Probably over 20 years ago, way before YACF, I remember reading on one of the rec.cycling newsgroups of someone in New York, who had five locks on his bike. That was for a lock on both wheels, the saddle, and each pedal! Bicycle theft of premium parts is not a new thing. As you and others have said, lock it near other more desirable looking bicycles, avoid leaving it out at night etc Ultimately you cannot stop a determined thief, you just try and limit the attraction of your bike, and make casual theft difficult.
Having just cycled to my church here (on the edge of a council estate) in West Cumbria, left my bike unlocked outside the church for an hour and a half, and then cycled it home, I'm just glad I don't live in anywhere you need to be that paranoid.
Post by: robgul on 25 September, 2018, 07:06:59 am
Rob
Post by: T42 on 27 September, 2018, 05:04:47 pm
Post by: Kim on 27 September, 2018, 05:57:33 pm
Bum cream and TF2.
Probably best not to get those mixed up.
Post by: Canardly on 07 October, 2018, 03:42:24 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 07 October, 2018, 07:42:50 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 12 October, 2018, 12:11:50 pm
Ex Rabobank, 54cm, Colnago CX frame set.
Post by: Samuel D on 12 October, 2018, 12:33:52 pm
Torslanda: Colnago sponsored Rabobank for a very long time. What sort of year are we talking about? Pics!
Post by: Torslanda on 12 October, 2018, 12:41:57 pm
Will be about a week from Holland, you'll just have to be patient...
Post by: Torslanda on 12 October, 2018, 01:00:58 pm
He sent me a link and said "I want *that* one!"
Post by: vorsprung on 12 October, 2018, 01:08:15 pm
So it reminded me that my current "best" helmet is in a ropey state and the spare isn't much better
I found my favourite size/colour/type (Large/White/Giro Aeon) on special offer and bought two
Post by: rogerzilla on 13 October, 2018, 11:45:33 am
Post by: rafletcher on 13 October, 2018, 01:01:29 pm
Haven't been able to do pics since photobucket fucked it. Looks reasonably modern, alloy/carbon, HII BB and stunning black with orange highlights finish.
Will be about a week from Holland, you'll just have to be patient...
Re pics, I switched to Flickr. Similar to use to photobucket.
Post by: rogerzilla on 13 October, 2018, 01:05:01 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 13 October, 2018, 01:43:28 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 24 October, 2018, 05:22:50 pm
Post by: Canardly on 24 October, 2018, 07:54:35 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 24 October, 2018, 08:34:22 pm
#justsaying #horsesforcourses #brooksshapedarse
Post by: Canardly on 24 October, 2018, 08:41:49 pm
Post by: Gattopardo on 27 October, 2018, 12:29:09 pm
From germany a wipperman chain and alfine outer ring. Probably more as I tot up what I want.
From On one tyres, saddles and maybe brakes pads and gear cables
Post by: rogerzilla on 27 October, 2018, 01:26:36 pm
Post by: fuaran on 27 October, 2018, 06:53:42 pm
Post by: Gattopardo on 29 October, 2018, 04:39:28 pm
Rebuilding a bike for a friend and managed to sneak a few bits in for me.
From germany a wipperman chain and alfine outer ring. Probably more as I tot up what I want.
From On one tyres, saddles and maybe brakes pads and gear cables
Finally actually ordered the bits. After a few texts between us, being told I am rude, decided to just order the bits and get it over an done with.
Post by: Greenbank on 28 November, 2018, 11:34:08 am
New Crudracer mudguards for the Wilier as it just ate the most recent ones after a long muddy ride.
Long sleeve running top as it was half price and I need one for doing the school running club (slow pace and quite a bit of time stopped for others to catch up; when I run at my own pace I generate enough heat to get by with a short sleeve top).
Post by: sib on 28 November, 2018, 11:48:25 am
seem to have got more expensive and harder to source - found on ebay so bought 3
Post by: pumpkin on 29 November, 2018, 12:44:33 pm
Post by: mark on 09 December, 2018, 03:55:13 pm
Last year's model, so just less than half the regular price, which was nice. Tested them out yesterday on the commute, at -8.5 deg C, and my feet were nice and warm. I'm told these are what the pedicab riders in Denver wear in winter, which makes sense. They're much easier to deal with than the neoprene shoe covers on my MTB shoes, which is what I had been using.
Post by: rogerzilla on 09 December, 2018, 04:18:52 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 14 December, 2018, 07:12:12 am
Post by: chrisbainbridge on 14 December, 2018, 07:49:31 am
Post by: andyoxon on 20 December, 2018, 05:41:45 pm
Post by: bludger on 20 December, 2018, 05:48:04 pm
2x Panaracer gravel kings SK 32mm
Tubeless injector and 'magic milk' from Planet X (the wheels are tubeless ready but currently run clinchers)
Valve cores
Some new rear red lights and a new big beefy 'seeing' light for when it's dark
If the injector comes tonight I might be so excited that I'll have to do it in the shed in the dark!
Post by: Andrew Br on 20 December, 2018, 08:26:27 pm
2x Panaracer gravel kings SK 32mm
Fabulous tyres; I hope your experience mirrors mine.
Post by: Torslanda on 22 December, 2018, 12:18:56 am
Post by: fuaran on 23 December, 2018, 12:20:26 am
There doesn't seem to be a UK seller for the original Bar Mitts, so will try the cheap copies. They don't have the holes for gear cables, but will do on the fixed anyway.
Post by: mcshroom on 05 January, 2019, 07:51:36 pm
Post by: rr on 06 January, 2019, 02:56:14 pm
3 year warranty too.
Sent from my moto x4 using Tapatalk
Post by: De Sisti on 06 January, 2019, 04:06:15 pm
You Londonites may know of it.
(https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5aecbbce1aef1d5a2809bf8c/5af56d2a88251b7f232e28e8/5bf5b7464d7a9c66408a4640/1542829899253/tigr_mini-02.jpg?format=750w)
Post by: robgul on 06 January, 2019, 05:06:02 pm
One of these locks: from https://www.freddiegrubb.com/
You Londonites may know of it.
(https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5aecbbce1aef1d5a2809bf8c/5af56d2a88251b7f232e28e8/5bf5b7464d7a9c66408a4640/1542829899253/tigr_mini-02.jpg?format=750w)
Very neat and presumably as light as a feather .... but I think I'll wait until someone in China makes a copy at a lot less dosh!
Freddie Grub as a make of frames/bikes brought back many memories for me from days of yore.
Rob
Post by: De Sisti on 06 January, 2019, 05:36:22 pm
It's light in weight* and looks nice (to my eyes). It won't be used in isolation though. At leastOne of these locks: from https://www.freddiegrubb.com/ (https://www.freddiegrubb.com/)
You Londonites may know of it.
(https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5aecbbce1aef1d5a2809bf8c/5af56d2a88251b7f232e28e8/5bf5b7464d7a9c66408a4640/1542829899253/tigr_mini-02.jpg?format=750w)
Very neat and presumably as light as a feather .... but I think I'll wait until someone in China makes a copy at a lot less dosh!
Freddie Grub as a make of frames/bikes brought back many memories for me from days of yore.
Rob
one other lock when the bike is left out of my sight.
*Depends on one's definition of lightweight.
Post by: Jurek on 07 January, 2019, 01:57:10 pm
I've been using one of those for a couple of years now, and bought a pair as a wedding present for some friends who were getting married.It's light in weight* and looks nice (to my eyes). It won't be used in isolation though. At leastOne of these locks: from https://www.freddiegrubb.com/ (https://www.freddiegrubb.com/)
You Londonites may know of it.
(https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5aecbbce1aef1d5a2809bf8c/5af56d2a88251b7f232e28e8/5bf5b7464d7a9c66408a4640/1542829899253/tigr_mini-02.jpg?format=750w)
Very neat and presumably as light as a feather .... but I think I'll wait until someone in China makes a copy at a lot less dosh!
Freddie Grub as a make of frames/bikes brought back many memories for me from days of yore.
Rob
one other lock when the bike is left out of my sight.
*Depends on one's definition of lightweight.
I think that some of the security comes from it being a bit WTF?
ie it's not a d-lock, cable or chain - so the would-be scrotes aren't tooled-up for it.
I hope.
Post by: sg37409 on 08 January, 2019, 05:51:12 pm
Post by: andytheflyer on 09 January, 2019, 08:46:39 am
Used my spare 3m cable to re-thread, so needed another backup.
Ordered 2 more 60mm SRAM twist grips to replace the originals I cut off when swapping the twist grips for triggers ages ago, so at least I'd have a full grip on the bar.
Then I found 2 new, unused, cheapo rubber grips in the spares box, which match the SRAM units perfectly, and only needed a cut down to fit perfectly......
Post by: Jakob W on 10 January, 2019, 07:54:41 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 10 January, 2019, 09:38:43 pm
Post by: sg37409 on 10 January, 2019, 11:23:17 pm
New job, new commute soon so splashed out on a set of wide (45mm) Portland Design mudguards. They'll need to last 3* as long as the chromo plastic or be 3* less rattly to be worth it. Fingers crossed.
Follow up order of a tall front hanger.
Post by: Jakob W on 11 January, 2019, 08:25:35 am
Ditto, a good thing. It is a bit disingenuous to compare roughstuffing with MTBs though. MTBers generally prefer not walking over stuff.
And it's not like rough-stuffing wasn't around long before the fellowship. What are RSF rides like these days - is there still a fair bit of pushing? I suppose cycle-assisted hiking perhaps had more appeal in the days before mass car ownership.
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 14 January, 2019, 03:28:50 pm
Marked down from £109
Bargain.
It has unusual artwork on it (trees), guess it wasn't popular. I don't care so much about that.
Post by: Feanor on 14 January, 2019, 10:38:18 pm
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4864/46692017982_1e1572029a_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2e91NdN)
N+1 (https://flic.kr/p/2e91NdN) by Ron Lowe (https://www.flickr.com/photos/62966413@N04/), on Flickr
60t chainring will take a bit of turning!
It's got a power meter, a
Post by: Kim on 14 January, 2019, 10:54:32 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 17 January, 2019, 05:16:54 pm
1980-ish 23.5" Holdsworth in an appalling poo brown colour. 531 butted main tubes. New-looking Brooks B17. Centre-pulls, Campag hubs, decent kit, nothing is rusty, has a proper chainset where the inner ring can be removed. I'll respace and redish the rear wheel and I have a 20T that can screw on there. It won't need a lockring if I use the Chainwhip Of Thor, although I may use a BB lockring and a bit of threadlock just in case,
Only downside is that it has 27" wheels, but they'll be ok until the rims wear out (alloy) and the brakes will easily reach 700c.
I could strip it for parts and easily get twice what I paid for it, but that's not the point.
Post by: Adam on 17 January, 2019, 09:13:34 pm
Just need to look at premises!
Post by: hatler on 17 January, 2019, 09:19:56 pm
We want pics.
Post by: hatler on 17 January, 2019, 09:20:48 pm
Is it intended all for personal use, or are we going to be seeing a lot of threads in Classifieds ?
Post by: Adam on 17 January, 2019, 09:53:31 pm
https://flyingdodo.imgbb.com/
All now currently stored in 2 shipping containers.
Post by: mcshroom on 17 January, 2019, 10:12:12 pm
Ditto, a good thing. It is a bit disingenuous to compare roughstuffing with MTBs though. MTBers generally prefer not walking over stuff.
And it's not like rough-stuffing wasn't around long before the fellowship. What are RSF rides like these days - is there still a fair bit of pushing? I suppose cycle-assisted hiking perhaps had more appeal in the days before mass car ownership.
I haven't ridden with the RSF for a couple years, but it was mainly hardtail MTBs last time I did
Post by: diapsaon0 on 18 January, 2019, 10:13:25 am
Post by: diapsaon0 on 22 January, 2019, 04:04:12 pm
Post by: De Sisti on 22 January, 2019, 05:14:23 pm
(https://www.wigglestatic.com/product-media/5360056925/cps11a.jpg?w=430&h=430&a=7)
That's everything now. Just waiting for the dining chairs (https://www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk/furniture/upholstered-curve-back-brown-suede-effect-fabric-chair-with-solid-oak-legs/1008893.html), bedside tables (https://www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk/furniture/original-rustic-solid-oak-3-drawer-bedside-table/1142.html) and watch (https://www.rolex.com/watches/explorer.html).
Post by: andyoxon on 22 January, 2019, 05:58:24 pm
(https://www.fawkes-cycles.co.uk/images/488490041_.jpg?maxheight=1200)
Post by: rogerzilla on 23 January, 2019, 06:19:49 pm
I've built it as a "road" 46mm fixie rather than "track" 42mm because it's never possible to get 42mm with cheap road cranks - you always need an unobtainably short BB or you have to put the ring on the inside of the spider, which makes people point and laugh. Also, 46mm matches the chainline of my proper track bike, so I can try it with those wheels if necessary, and a Miche Primato single-sided track hub respaces beautifully to 46mm if the new owner wants to upgrade.
Post by: T42 on 07 February, 2019, 01:19:36 pm
Post by: Pedaldog. on 07 February, 2019, 06:54:29 pm
The bike is stunning. Sprogs, of course, is just a "Lucky Bitch!".
Post by: Tim Hall on 08 February, 2019, 09:35:48 am
No, a bike shop, for the general public to frequent.
https://flyingdodo.imgbb.com/
All now currently stored in 2 shipping containers.
Only just seen this post. Blimey! However I can't see the pics as I need to log in to imgbb.
Post by: rogerzilla on 08 February, 2019, 08:03:26 pm
Post by: robgul on 10 February, 2019, 09:12:21 am
It's not going to stop the guy with a battery angle-grinder but it's certainly stronger than the thin cable cafe locks.
Oh, and a Park Tool disc rotor tuning fork as they were on offer at the wholesaler :thumbsup:
Rob
Post by: rafletcher on 11 February, 2019, 04:26:49 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 12 February, 2019, 08:43:40 pm
Plus an ANT+ dongle
and just for the hell of it, a cargo net for behind the seat of the 'bent
Post by: T42 on 18 February, 2019, 11:13:33 am
Wondered why the bill was larger than I expected: I had already added a DVD of Tales of Hoffmann to the basket & forgotten about it. Ah well.
Post by: kyuss on 20 February, 2019, 02:44:22 pm
Post by: rafletcher on 20 February, 2019, 03:32:13 pm
And 4 each Shimano inner gear and brake cables from Bike24. €3 each as opposed to £5.99 on Wiggle. Shipping to UK €7.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 21 February, 2019, 09:45:44 am
(https://dbyvw4eroffpi.cloudfront.net/product-media/25M5/1000/1000/Trek-Emonda-ALR-Disc-Frameset-2019.jpg)
Post by: chrisbainbridge on 21 February, 2019, 10:21:25 am
Post by: rogerzilla on 22 February, 2019, 05:32:24 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 22 February, 2019, 06:15:08 pm
I originally posted this on the "cycling stuff you haven't bought today" thread, but...eventually it came into stock in the UK. I have succumbed. :-[Very shiny and very purple! :)
(https://dbyvw4eroffpi.cloudfront.net/product-media/25M5/1000/1000/Trek-Emonda-ALR-Disc-Frameset-2019.jpg)
I went further than a frame. This is currently in the post: -
(https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/DUgAAOSwTmxcZxN9/s-l1600.jpg)
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 22 February, 2019, 07:02:28 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 22 February, 2019, 07:05:57 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 22 February, 2019, 07:06:16 pm
Very nice. Seems to be something missing, though... ;D
He'll find out soon enough............
Nice bikes you two.
Post by: mcshroom on 22 February, 2019, 07:09:25 pm
Very nice. Seems to be something missing, though... ;DIt's from ebay. I think the seller left it unattended in that car park too long :D
Post by: Canardly on 22 February, 2019, 07:41:36 pm
Post by: Mrs Pingu on 23 February, 2019, 12:58:54 pm
I originally posted this on the "cycling stuff you haven't bought today" thread, but...eventually it came into stock in the UK. I have succumbed. :-[
(https://dbyvw4eroffpi.cloudfront.net/product-media/25M5/1000/1000/Trek-Emonda-ALR-Disc-Frameset-2019.jpg)
This unit approves....
Post by: rogerzilla on 23 February, 2019, 06:45:36 pm
Post by: Kim on 23 February, 2019, 09:29:06 pm
I originally posted this on the "cycling stuff you haven't bought today" thread, but...eventually it came into stock in the UK. I have succumbed. :-[
(https://dbyvw4eroffpi.cloudfront.net/product-media/25M5/1000/1000/Trek-Emonda-ALR-Disc-Frameset-2019.jpg)
This unit approves....
This unit has seen the image again on an appropriately gamma-corrected monitor and determined that it isn't in fact blue. I was worried for a moment.
Post by: SoreTween on 24 February, 2019, 09:09:10 am
Post by: perpetual dan on 26 February, 2019, 08:35:53 pm
For Miss Dan the Younger's birthday. 🙊
In black.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 01 March, 2019, 06:35:42 pm
Post by: Kim on 01 March, 2019, 06:52:59 pm
Disc rotors. I opted for Ultegra over 105, purely because they look cooler. Not as cool as Dura-Ace, but the cost/coolness ratio of those is just too much.
Another thing with disc rotors is that some sound cooler than others: The stock BB7 ones are pretty quiet, but the Disco Brakes somethingorother I've got on the front of the Streetmachine makes a pleasing *ththththththth* noise, which is just the thing for startling roadies who think it's a good idea to overtake the recumbent rider just before the top of the hill. 8)
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 02 March, 2019, 03:42:05 pm
Post by: Kim on 02 March, 2019, 03:43:13 pm
Today's purchase was a seatpost. It's not particularly exciting.
A highly desirable feature in a seatpost.
Post by: rafletcher on 02 March, 2019, 09:07:08 pm
Post by: Deano on 03 March, 2019, 03:35:29 pm
Post by: Greenbank on 03 March, 2019, 03:44:41 pm
Post by: Gattopardo on 03 March, 2019, 05:39:43 pm
Does it make that much difference as shape wise doesn't look like it.
Post by: Greenbank on 04 March, 2019, 01:48:33 pm
New panniers (Altura Dryline 56L) as my current panniers are starting to split at the seams, probably because I kept trying to stuff too much football kit (balls, bibs, boots, etc) in them and they were only 40L.
Blimey, ordered 3pm on a Sunday and delivered (for free, via Collect+) at 1.30pm the next day. Off to collect them when my legs have recovered from today's run.
Post by: rogerzilla on 06 March, 2019, 03:23:58 pm
Post by: Canardly on 06 March, 2019, 03:43:11 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 06 March, 2019, 07:46:29 pm
Shifting seems to be marginally better and I now have an all Shimano drive-train.
Post by: rafletcher on 06 March, 2019, 08:37:07 pm
Post by: mark on 08 March, 2019, 05:13:26 am
One of these: https://www.niterider.com/product/6787-lumina-dual-1800/
and one of these: https://www.niterider.com/product/5091-omega-300/
My oldest bike (1988 Marinoni w/ Columbus SL tubing) will be used for commuting when the weather warms up, and I intend to see and be seen when I ride.
Post by: rogerzilla on 09 March, 2019, 09:26:17 am
Post by: robgul on 17 March, 2019, 04:46:15 pm
I may be tempted to buy a second one if I like the first one.
Rob
Post by: rafletcher on 17 March, 2019, 06:33:29 pm
Post by: tiermat on 31 March, 2019, 09:16:52 am
So I ordered 2 replica EF Education First shirts, failed to find any Burgos BH ones, though.
Next is to find a out front mount for the garmin that isn't rediculously expensive and doesn't look pants.
Post by: davelodwig on 31 March, 2019, 08:07:22 pm
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/0-Yj2I8Ysy2wn-J7ihTGZgFmLZSki9hhBRlhRsAyhqcPeQPMa-HuitFEaXyZOK--wcpgfyAzX4y6AJR8FYMEeERPVagFwV9J5QL6pILHs9Hx7i4lwcsMtNibEYnJCRUehcNfoRmpLKU=w2400) (https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipMXQ8gvgZ_mGTZuAVoPFc0VrqSgKk-QDoWzAncWnKlqpf39rJkPT2kqrUm3fWp_Ww?key=UEJpYWtvNzIxX19iTHFGVzMzV2E2MXNZdHJIMDZR&source=ctrlq.org)
lugging all the gear for climbing, morris dancing, and running plus work stuff was screwing my knees up so I had pretty much stopped cycling. I've been after a cargo bike for a while and the right deal, plus share bonus scheme came together and this arrived on Thursday morning.
D.
Post by: Ashaman42 on 31 March, 2019, 08:20:29 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 31 March, 2019, 09:44:10 pm
A fancy cargo e-bike
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/0-Yj2I8Ysy2wn-J7ihTGZgFmLZSki9hhBRlhRsAyhqcPeQPMa-HuitFEaXyZOK--wcpgfyAzX4y6AJR8FYMEeERPVagFwV9J5QL6pILHs9Hx7i4lwcsMtNibEYnJCRUehcNfoRmpLKU=w2400) (https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipMXQ8gvgZ_mGTZuAVoPFc0VrqSgKk-QDoWzAncWnKlqpf39rJkPT2kqrUm3fWp_Ww?key=UEJpYWtvNzIxX19iTHFGVzMzV2E2MXNZdHJIMDZR&source=ctrlq.org)
lugging all the gear for climbing, morris dancing, and running plus work stuff was screwing my knees up so I had pretty much stopped cycling. I've been after a cargo bike for a while and the right deal, plus share bonus scheme came together and this arrived on Thursday morning.
D.
Oooh, nice! :D :thumbsup:
Post by: Kim on 31 March, 2019, 11:54:06 pm
[1] Showing my age...
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 01 April, 2019, 09:59:13 am
lugging all the gear for climbing, morris dancing, and running plus work stuff was screwing my knees up so I had pretty much stopped cycling. I've been after a cargo bike for a while and the right deal, plus share bonus scheme came together and this arrived on Thursday morning.Isn't there a kind of irony there?
D.
I didn't buy cycling stuff.
Oh no.
I just spent a small fortune on a paddle instead. You could buy a bike for the money I've just spent on a tube connecting two curved bits of plastic (ok, carbon fibre blades with carbon fibre and kevlar composite shaft). Only a cheap bike, mind, but still . . .
Post by: davelodwig on 01 April, 2019, 11:37:10 am
Is that cargo-tastic chainring made of a *new*[1] 10p with some teeth filed into it, or is it just a perspective thing?
[1] Showing my age...
15 tooth so not fair off to be honest.
Post by: rafletcher on 01 April, 2019, 12:46:23 pm
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 04 April, 2019, 12:02:45 pm
Guess what has worn out on my bike?
Post by: kyuss on 07 April, 2019, 03:07:26 pm
Post by: bludger on 07 April, 2019, 03:11:07 pm
Post by: T42 on 10 April, 2019, 09:23:27 am
Post by: ElyDave on 10 April, 2019, 01:59:46 pm
So, 3 x chains for the M5 - which will get that mobile again in the meantime
For the Cruzbike
- Bar end shifters - left one completely mangle, but they come as a pair
- brake levers - right one damaged, same deal as above
- bar tape
- new front dyno light - lens scratched and no replacement found.
Plus a couple of other odds and sods while I was on the web
Need to get on to Cruzbike for their bits next - fork, chainstay, handlebars and clamp, seatpan
Post by: Kim on 10 April, 2019, 03:35:29 pm
For the Cruzbike
- Bar end shifters - left one completely mangle, but they come as a pair
- brake levers - right one damaged, same deal as above
The good news is that after enough crashes, dangly bike spaces, etc, these start to average out.
Post by: ElyDave on 10 April, 2019, 03:58:50 pm
For the Cruzbike
- Bar end shifters - left one completely mangle, but they come as a pair
- brake levers - right one damaged, same deal as above
The good news is that after enough crashes, dangly bike spaces, etc, these start to average out.
That's my assumption too, the others will be bagged as spares. TBH, the RH brake lever is only cosmetic damage, but what the heck - it was perfect when I set out on the ride and before someone drove over me
Post by: Kim on 23 April, 2019, 11:22:09 am
Now watch me break a bone or have all my bikes destroyed in a freak wallpapering accident or something...
Post by: rafletcher on 23 April, 2019, 12:56:46 pm
Post by: cycleman on 25 April, 2019, 06:58:14 pm
Post by: perpetual dan on 26 April, 2019, 08:46:29 am
Sent from my LG-H850 using Tapatalk
Post by: Mrs Pingu on 26 April, 2019, 03:58:38 pm
Failed.
Post by: Mrs Pingu on 27 April, 2019, 06:08:23 pm
Tried to buy some more comfy shoes.
Failed.
Spent 3! hours trying to decide which new pedals to buy in case that fixes the sore feet problem. Will be a lot cheaper than the carbon soled shoes I've been looking at if it works...
Post by: L CC on 27 April, 2019, 06:22:15 pm
Post by: Mrs Pingu on 27 April, 2019, 06:48:06 pm
Post by: Mrs Pingu on 27 April, 2019, 07:30:56 pm
I'll see how I get on with the new (single sided) SPD pedals. If I hate them and fall off a lot I might try a bit of wedging.
Post by: perpetual dan on 28 April, 2019, 01:47:40 pm
Post by: Mrs Pingu on 28 April, 2019, 09:41:09 pm
When I got running shoes the shop offered a custom insole and videoing to see how they changed things. I didn’t feel any benefit, Mrs Dan found they really felt much better.
Many years ago we decided that Pingu can wear anything (shorts, saddles, shoes, ski boots) whereas I am the Princess and the Pea. :facepalm:
Post by: bludger on 28 April, 2019, 09:48:54 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 29 April, 2019, 01:26:04 pm
Post by: bludger on 29 April, 2019, 03:31:31 pm
Just a bit bizarre to me that the local shop owners all bang on about important they are for spares and repairs, but in these situations none came through with the goods.
Post by: mattc on 29 April, 2019, 06:50:49 pm
Under a tenner, various sizes. [Do we have a "bargains" thread? Anyway, I've posted it here.]
While you're there, be careful to avoid seeing the most hideous use of the resurrected "Holdsworth" brand yet:
https://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/FRHOLSP/holdsworth-super-professional-carbon-road-frameset
Post by: BrianI on 30 April, 2019, 03:47:39 pm
Post by: BrianI on 30 April, 2019, 07:00:44 pm
A pair of Bontrager NCS (No Cut Stays) Fenders. Hopefully these will last longer than the SKS bluemels, which always seem to crack at the rear brake bridge....
And they dinnae fit due to having somewhat bulky rear bridge and front fork mounting bracket.. while the some headed nuts means it's easy to remove the stainless steel bracket from the mudguard when it comes to recycling the mudguards it certainly doesn't help with the clearance under the fork crown...
Post by: essexian on 02 May, 2019, 03:02:10 pm
Thus, so far this week I have purchased a rack and panniers for my summer tour, a new pair of bib shorts and a set of these: "PowerTap DT Swiss R460 Alloy Wheelset inc Wheelbags" from Wiggle.
I am sure the fact I have spent something like £500 this week is nothing to do with her being away....honest. :thumbsup:
Post by: robgul on 04 May, 2019, 11:10:59 am
Rob
PS: I forgot - to attach my bike rack, I bought a new car on Monday ;D ;D
Post by: Jakob W on 10 May, 2019, 03:07:09 pm
Post by: jsabine on 11 May, 2019, 06:55:53 pm
Post by: Jakob W on 11 May, 2019, 09:27:04 pm
(And if they can't, it's a good excuse to save up for blingier lights than are standard...)
Post by: ElyDave on 21 May, 2019, 09:28:36 am
Now to decide - do I push the button on a set of disc brakes as well? The rear is already a centre-lock disc dyno hub, but the front is a standard rim/hub, so either a new wheel or a new hub to build into it, which I don't have time to do right now, so that would be an LBS or off the shelf job. Or do I save that for the winter project?
Post by: tiermat on 01 June, 2019, 12:11:30 pm
I start a new job, on Monday.
To get there is either an hour's drive or 45 minutes on a train then a 2.6 mile bike ride.
Or to put it another way, an outlay of £3k (car) or £300 (bike). No brainer, really.
ETA, Carrera Intercity, in red 'cos its faster!
Post by: Mrs Pingu on 01 June, 2019, 02:29:06 pm
I just ordered a pair of Assos shorts and a jacket from Swiss Iconic. Their ladies' stuff is super bargainacious, for Assos (58 quid for a jacket!) and in chunky girl sizes too :)
Post by: chrisbainbridge on 02 June, 2019, 10:01:45 pm
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Price is in Sterling: £65. Last one for a bit, I promise! Pretty sure this is a Gitane Tour de France model from around 1975 (it has the Huret honeycomb dropouts which I think were only used for two or three years about then. Frame is full butted 531 frame, forks and triangle. It has the bernard Carré style willow-leaf seatstay caps and I think it's from the era when Carré was subcontracted by Gitane for their top end frames. But it's also possible that Gitane just carried on with the same design - I'm not sure. Paint and chrome are very tatty - ideally needs and deserves a full restoration. Simplex gears (front derailleur is broken, as usual, but I probably have another I can include. Sugino Mighty chainset is original I think, but unfortunately it has a mismatched left crank. I've got a few Stronglight cranksets from the right era and can supply one for a bit extra). Mafac brakes, naturally. Wheels are Maillard hubs with Mavic Module E clincher rims. That's about it - what you see is what you get. I'm in France but coming back to UK late next week and can arrange to meet or drop off as I wind my way round the country. I'll be coming into Newhaven thursday morning (6th of June), and will be heading to Suffolk/Essex, up to Peterborough and then across to Loughborough, then back down south again either friday evening or saturday. Alternatively, can post within Europe for around 50 euros.
Somehow I sent a message back and pick it up on Thursday evening. Photos will follow. I suspect I will be looking for a lot of help!
Post by: chrisbainbridge on 08 June, 2019, 11:47:31 am
The front and rear derailleur are made in Plastic which may need upgrading. Whilst they are original I just do not like the look of them.
Plan at the moment is to start stripping it down and check the frame and get it resprayed by Mercian who are local to me in Derby. I can then start building it up again. I will need to look for appropriate bits and pieces remembering that BB and cranks will be French thread. Also the crank puller is a really odd size apparently and easily stripped.
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On the fork crown the chrome seems to be on top of the paint. Is this how the French did things?
Any views on the wheels. They seem to spin Ok but will need stripping down. Should I trust 40 year old rims and spokes of just get new?
Post by: bludger on 08 June, 2019, 11:51:01 am
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 08 June, 2019, 11:52:02 am
Post by: Phil W on 08 June, 2019, 11:57:00 am
Post by: andyoxon on 09 June, 2019, 03:47:05 pm
Post by: BrianI on 21 June, 2019, 12:42:38 pm
Went for the cheap and cheerful option, Bontrager AW1 Hardcase with ye olde worlde wire bead. Ok, so it won't be as plush as high end tyres, but I've had a gutfull of buying expensive "posh" tyres which just don't last...
Certainly heavier (400g) than the pro 4 Endurance, but only 15g heavier than the Durano Double Defense I was also considering. However I've lost faith in Schwalbe since they seem to suffer from premature aging and perishing of the side wall..
So let's see how long these Bontragers last...
--edit -- The Bonty AW1 Hardcases weigh up at 366g and 371g each on the kitchen scales! You can tell I live alone...
Post by: IanDG on 21 June, 2019, 08:20:30 pm
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48104587618_708c570dda_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2ghQzXG)IMG_0914 (https://flic.kr/p/2ghQzXG) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr
and a Father's Day present arrived yesterday :) :)
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48104587138_b43f1dd776_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2ghQzPq)IMG_0916 (https://flic.kr/p/2ghQzPq) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 21 June, 2019, 08:24:11 pm
No, but this arrived today :)
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48104587618_708c570dda_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2ghQzXG)IMG_0914 (https://flic.kr/p/2ghQzXG) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Snap! my name is in the list of credits at the back, is yours?
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 21 June, 2019, 08:27:13 pm
Post by: IanDG on 21 June, 2019, 08:27:29 pm
No, but this arrived today :)
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48104587618_708c570dda_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2ghQzXG)IMG_0914 (https://flic.kr/p/2ghQzXG) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Snap! my name is in the list of credits at the back, is yours?
It is :)
Post by: Mrs Pingu on 21 June, 2019, 08:41:38 pm
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48104684383_dbb25a8b89.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2ghR5J4)2019-06-21_08-37-59 (https://flic.kr/p/2ghR5J4) by The Pingus (https://www.flickr.com/photos/the_pingus/), on Flickr
Post by: mcshroom on 21 June, 2019, 08:44:02 pm
A new pair of "Audax" tyres for my Audax bike to replace the less than 1,600km Durano Plus with perished / cracked sidewalls and less than 1200 Michelin Pro 4 Endurance with tread peeling off.
Went for the cheap and cheerful option, Bontrager AW1 Hardcase with ye olde worlde wire bead. Ok, so it won't be as plush as high end tyres, but I've had a gutfull of buying expensive "posh" tyres which just don't last...
Certainly heavier (400g) than the pro 4 Endurance, but only 15g heavier than the Durano Double Defense I was also considering. However I've lost faith in Schwalbe since they seem to suffer from premature aging and perishing of the side wall..
So let's see how long these Bontragers last...
--edit -- The Bonty AW1 Hardcases weigh up at 366g and 371g each on the kitchen scales! You can tell I live alone...
If they are like the Bontrager Hardcase Light's that came with my Trek singlespeed, then they will be pretty much bullet proof, but the ride will feel a bit dead. I ran the rear tyre of that set down to the threads without puncturing. The front one is still going.
Post by: BrianI on 22 June, 2019, 04:14:31 pm
A new pair of "Audax" tyres for my Audax bike to replace the less than 1,600km Durano Plus with perished / cracked sidewalls and less than 1200 Michelin Pro 4 Endurance with tread peeling off.
Went for the cheap and cheerful option, Bontrager AW1 Hardcase with ye olde worlde wire bead. Ok, so it won't be as plush as high end tyres, but I've had a gutfull of buying expensive "posh" tyres which just don't last...
Certainly heavier (400g) than the pro 4 Endurance, but only 15g heavier than the Durano Double Defense I was also considering. However I've lost faith in Schwalbe since they seem to suffer from premature aging and perishing of the side wall..
So let's see how long these Bontragers last...
--edit -- The Bonty AW1 Hardcases weigh up at 366g and 371g each on the kitchen scales! You can tell I live alone...
If they are like the Bontrager Hardcase Light's that came with my Trek singlespeed, then they will be pretty much bullet proof, but the ride will feel a bit dead. I ran the rear tyre of that set down to the threads without puncturing. The front one is still going.
Can't be as wooden feeling as my current Durano Plus though
Post by: BrianI on 29 June, 2019, 02:05:41 pm
The Bonty AW1 hardcase measure up at 24.5mm on my 14mm internal rims.
Pleased with the tyres so far.
Post by: ElyDave on 29 June, 2019, 02:49:03 pm
Spare tyre to take on tour with me
Spare pads for the BB7s, again for tour.
Post by: hubner on 06 July, 2019, 12:21:56 pm
Post by: De Sisti on 06 July, 2019, 05:39:19 pm
I've just stocked up on Panaracer Pasela 25s, 2 at £17 each and 4 at £19 each.From where?
Post by: Gattopardo on 06 July, 2019, 06:21:09 pm
Post by: Gattopardo on 06 July, 2019, 06:29:57 pm
From a charity shop...
Post by: Andy64 on 06 July, 2019, 07:13:31 pm
Post by: hubner on 07 July, 2019, 08:57:04 am
I've just stocked up on Panaracer Pasela 25s, 2 at £17 each and 4 at £19 each.From where?
Amazon (price gone back up now and not cheap) and Chain Reaction (no stock now)
https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/panaracer-pasela-pt-road-tyre/rp-prod53957
I bought up what was available at those prices but then I have been checking prices for a long time. Chain Reaction might restock at the same price but usually they're £22.50 which is what I paid for the pair on my bike now.
Post by: Karla on 30 July, 2019, 06:39:34 pm
I tried to buy local. I have a BB tool from the good old days before Shimano decided to shrink the spline on their higher end HT2 BBs. I also have one of those crappy plastic adapters that Shimano give you to fit the older tools. I also have a recalcitrant BB, fitted by a shop in Miami, that laughs at the piece of plastic crap.
"Hello" I say to LBS #1 (the one with an H), "Do you have HT2 BB tools in stock?"
Nope.
"Hello" I say to LBS #1 (the one with a W), "Do you ... "
Yes, but only the larger spline. The guy claims that tools for the smaller spline don't exist, and gives me another of the plastic PieceOfCrap shims.
Except such tools do exist and I've just ordered one from Wiggle ...
Look, I know that shops can't keep everything in stock. This is a tool for the high end version of Shimano's main BB system though, and both these shops sell loads of high end bikes - the shop with a W is a LOOK dealer among other things, and the shop with an H is frikkin' ginormous. I recently had a similar experience trying to but quick-link pliers though. Is it really that hard to stock some fairly basic tools?
Post by: Bilfred on 03 August, 2019, 06:38:27 pm
Post by: BrianI on 16 September, 2019, 09:06:48 pm
Post by: Kim on 17 September, 2019, 12:10:53 am
Also a Toplight Line Plus to replace the 4DToplight Multi on the Streetmachine, where the self-untapping Jesus screw is hanging by a thread. And a couple of those nice Widek brass bells with the reversible mechanism.
Post by: Phil W on 17 September, 2019, 12:18:05 am
Post by: vorsprung on 17 September, 2019, 10:23:16 am
These are all from a favourite German bike shop, bike24
To convert the Galaxy from North Road bars to dirt drops
Ritchey Comp Venturemax Road 31.8 Handlebar - 2019 - BB Black
Ergotec Quill 1" - 1 1/8" A-Head Adapter for Threaded Fork
Procraft SL 31.8 Stem 17° Length: 80 mm
The Genesis Datum front Derailler is severely worn and will break soon
Shimano 105 FD-5801 Front Derailleur 2x11-speed - silver
For general tubeless use
ORANGE SEAL Endurance Tubeless Sealant Refills - 16 oz / 473 ml
Going to try making the Surly KM more off roadish
Michelin Wild Race'R2 Tubeless Performance Line Folding Tire - 29" x 2.25 (57-622)
Let's hope this lasts longer than the one it replaces
Busch + Müller Lumotec IQ-X Front Light
Post by: Tim Hall on 17 September, 2019, 10:36:21 pm
Actually I bought it two weeks ago but il postino only brought it today.
Post by: ElyDave on 18 September, 2019, 09:38:10 am
Post by: Andrew Br on 18 September, 2019, 09:29:48 pm
Part of the delay in going for it was deciding what length to get.
After fitting Ultegra 8020 hydro shifters to the Dirty Disco, I've been trying to find the best bar position; the tops of the hoods are much longer than the previous Chorus shifters.
If the new stem is a bit long, I'll just have to work on my flexibility although I still won't be able to do Tuesdays.
Post by: rogerzilla on 22 September, 2019, 01:52:34 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 23 September, 2019, 05:52:46 am
Post by: rogerzilla on 23 September, 2019, 10:11:14 am
Post by: Greenbank on 23 September, 2019, 12:51:46 pm
My existing 35mm versions would be too tight on the new commuter so giving the 30c versions a go. Found them for only £21.99 each at SJS Cycles.
Will probably get rid of the old ones on here assuming all is ok (and possibly they generic wheels they are on too - prefer to just have to swap wheels rather than faff with tyre swaps).
Post by: Tim Hall on 23 September, 2019, 09:43:07 pm
I was after an Ambrosion Excellence but these are hard to come by, so I settled on an Ambrosio Evolution. ERD is about the same, so a straight swap should work.
Post by: rogerzilla on 25 September, 2019, 07:56:58 pm
Paint isn't too bad, although it deserves a refinish, so I'll build it up and ride it for a bit until the weather closes in.
Post by: Kim on 30 September, 2019, 06:24:24 pm
You wouldn't think it was possible to find an allen key impressive, but these qualify.
Post by: rogerzilla on 09 October, 2019, 09:51:02 am
These hubs are now 16 years old and the bearings are still like new. The Achilles' heel of Goldtecs is salt - don't use them in winter, or the flanges will probably crack and they're not interested in giving you a replacement if this happens. I killed a black set in the third winter of commuting. I believe they're CNC-machined from billet rather than being forged, so they're not as strong as (say) a Campag track hub to begin with.
Post by: Moleman76 on 12 October, 2019, 04:11:06 am
Planning to design and make my own bag of similar type using their mounting system.
Post by: robgul on 12 October, 2019, 07:16:37 am
Rob
Post by: De Sisti on 12 October, 2019, 01:14:12 pm
https://www.rapha.cc/gb/en/shop/core-rain-jacket-ii/product/CRR03XXBRO (https://www.rapha.cc/gb/en/shop/core-rain-jacket-ii/product/CRR03XXBRO)
Post by: Karla on 14 October, 2019, 07:16:21 pm
(https://www.wigglestatic.com/product-media/101194991/Link Pedals.jpg)
Post by: Gattopardo on 28 October, 2019, 01:23:49 am
https://www.halfords.com/cycling/cycling-clothing/jackets-gilets/boardman-mens-removable-sleeve-jacket-teal-orange
in medium and large to decide which is the better fit
https://www.halfords.com/cycling/cycling-clothing/jackets-gilets/boardman-mens-waterproof-jacket-red
In medium and not sure I will keep it
Post by: T42 on 09 November, 2019, 03:28:56 pm
It sports a DIN label inside which, I hope, relates to cycle helmet standards and not to worming tablets for dogs.
Post by: Andrew Br on 09 November, 2019, 08:21:38 pm
My Rohloff days are numbered so I'm converting the Enigma back to derailleurs.
While I was at it, I also ordered some of the newer design SKS Raceblades for the Disco and some Park Tools patches. I would have also bought more Gravelking SKs but the 32mm were out of stock.
After this splurge, I realised that you can't get converters for flat mount calipers to fit post mounts so I've asked my LBS if they can get me Hope RX4 calipers. More expense than I'd bargained for but, sadly, necessary. The good thing about standards is that there are so many of them......
Coming soon to the Classifieds, a 10,000 mile disc Rohloff and matching SON dyno wheel plus various ancillaries including oil change kit and oil.
And a pair of flat mount 105 hydro disc calipers....
Post by: bludger on 09 November, 2019, 08:35:42 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 09 November, 2019, 09:51:52 pm
If it's on the right side of my first payday I may take you up on that Dyno disc wheel 👀
I want to sell F/R as a pair.
Having said that, I've already had interest in the Rohloff wheel so who knows ?
Post by: bludger on 09 November, 2019, 10:37:17 pm
I don't need rohloff.
I don't need rohloff........
😬
Post by: jsabine on 11 November, 2019, 02:00:36 am
I don't need rohloff.
Nor do I.
Stay strong, brother.
(Or weaken before I do - I'm indifferent ...)
Post by: ElyDave on 22 November, 2019, 10:19:21 am
Post by: Andrew Br on 22 November, 2019, 03:27:19 pm
I don't need rohloff.
Nor do I.
Stay strong, brother.
(Or weaken before I do - I'm indifferent ...)
By coincidence, I've just bought a 105 hydro disc groupset 'cos I've have enough of my Rohloff and I'm going back to derailleurs.
Post by: Jakob W on 22 November, 2019, 05:50:51 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 23 November, 2019, 10:20:05 am
Out of interest, what was your issue with the Rohloff?
The friction and the dead feeling it gave the bike. I suspect the two are related.
I wasn't thrilled by the shifting method (I used a Hubbub on the end of my drops).
The weight and noise didn't bother me.
Post by: bludger on 23 November, 2019, 10:33:44 am
Will stick the Quella on the market for about £85 or so after (with some replacement wheels I got second hand off a mate) assuming I go through with the purchase.
Post by: Ashaman42 on 23 November, 2019, 10:51:55 am
Post by: robgul on 23 November, 2019, 01:09:00 pm
Oooh, how tall are you Bludger? I've been contemplating dipping my toe into fixed.
.... any interest in a 3 speed fixed (yes - 3 speed Sturmey Archer FIXED) in a Claud Butler 531 frame, 700c wheel complete bike . . . complete bike or will sell the wheel and changer levers (2 sorts) separately.
Rob
Post by: bludger on 23 November, 2019, 01:40:15 pm
Oooh, how tall are you Bludger? I've been contemplating dipping my toe into fixed.
5'11. I'll level with you, the bike is heavy and you'd never want to audax on it, but it's been a decent lock-up bike for the past 2 years or so. I recently replaced both wheels with some no-name spares my mate had in the shed which roll fine. Once I'm ready to shift it I'll stick it in the classifieds. I'm based in Lambeth and London Bridge for work.
The wheelset also has capacity for a freewheel if fixed isn't working out for you. It came with one but it was on the real wheel for 2 years without maintenance and was consequently shafted and thrown in the bin, but you can get new ones online for pennies.
Post by: Gattopardo on 24 November, 2019, 06:10:54 pm
-Ridge rain jacket in red as the ladies altura jacket for the same price was infinitly better;
-Ridge cycling shorts, as the altura longer leg shorts for the same price were better quality;
Collected:
-10 clarke stainless steel universal brake cables for £9 think it was a mistake on the website;
-10 clarke stainless steel gear cable for £10;
-A pair of altura cycling shorts for £5 down from £50. The pad is saddle shaped!;
- A pair of 100mm scooter wheels for the brompton rack maybe and;
- A pair of what I thought were handlebar grips but are infact scooter grips. Wonder if they will fit a bike? Four item came to £3!.
Post by: bludger on 24 November, 2019, 06:34:28 pm
Very annoying. Tempted to write up a post calling his behaviour out but you never know who you might bump into.
Post by: Gattopardo on 24 November, 2019, 07:17:04 pm
Oooh, how tall are you Bludger? I've been contemplating dipping my toe into fixed.
.... any interest in a 3 speed fixed (yes - 3 speed Sturmey Archer FIXED) in a Claud Butler 531 frame, 700c wheel complete bike . . . complete bike or will sell the wheel and changer levers (2 sorts) separately.
Rob
Wonder if a 700 wheel will fit in to a 26inch inbred frame....
Post by: Paul H on 24 November, 2019, 07:21:29 pm
Be interesting to get your comparison once you've done some miles on the new set up, not many have the chance to try such a direct comparison.Out of interest, what was your issue with the Rohloff?The friction and the dead feeling it gave the bike. I suspect the two are related.
I sometimes consider mine feels lifeless, particularly after riding my one remaining derailleur bike, but the figures show there's little if any performance difference. I also converted my Airnimal folder from triple to Rohloff, oddly that actually feels livelier.
Post by: Andrew Br on 24 November, 2019, 10:54:19 pm
Be interesting to get your comparison once you've done some miles on the new set up, not many have the chance to try such a direct comparison.Out of interest, what was your issue with the Rohloff?The friction and the dead feeling it gave the bike. I suspect the two are related.
I sometimes consider mine feels lifeless, particularly after riding my one remaining derailleur bike, but the figures show there's little if any performance difference. I also converted my Airnimal folder from triple to Rohloff, oddly that actually feels livelier.
The bike was on derailleurs before I converted it. Different wheels (obv.) but I put the original tyres on them and everything else was the same so as much a direct comparison as I can imagine. I'll report back when the conversion is done. Bike is a Ti Enigma. It'll never be as good as my (beloved) Dirty Disco but I'm looking forward to riding it again.
I soooo wanted to love the Rohloff. At best I respected it although there were a few rides when it was the best thing to have been on. Perhaps 200 miles out of the 10,000 miles that I did on it. That doesn't work for me.
Post by: sg37409 on 25 November, 2019, 08:51:14 am
Be interesting to get your comparison once you've done some miles on the new set up, not many have the chance to try such a direct comparison.Out of interest, what was your issue with the Rohloff?The friction and the dead feeling it gave the bike. I suspect the two are related.
I sometimes consider mine feels lifeless, particularly after riding my one remaining derailleur bike, but the figures show there's little if any performance difference. I also converted my Airnimal folder from triple to Rohloff, oddly that actually feels livelier.
The bike was on derailleurs before I converted it. Different wheels (obv.) but I put the original tyres on them and everything else was the same so as much a direct comparison as I can imagine. I'll report back when the conversion is done. Bike is a Ti Enigma. It'll never be as good as my (beloved) Dirty Disco but I'm looking forward to riding it again.
I soooo wanted to love the Rohloff. At best I respected it although there were a few rides when it was the best thing to have been on. Perhaps 200 miles out of the 10,000 miles that I did on it. That doesn't work for me.
I did about the same on a rohloff. I had the same opinion and gave up on it (on my solo). For me it wasn't solving any real problem, as I tend to keep the bike pretty clean / adjusted anyway.
I still have my thorn raven tandem which has a rohloff, but sadly its very under-used these days. My next major bike purchase could be an ebike for my wife which would pretty much see the tandem as redundant.
Post by: bludger on 25 November, 2019, 10:43:49 pm
Post by: Gattopardo on 27 November, 2019, 12:40:27 am
Post by: robgul on 27 November, 2019, 07:49:53 am
Bringing back the pompino...
A pompino could be popular in the Italian market . . . . .
Rob
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 02 December, 2019, 06:36:32 am
(https://www.tritoncycles.co.uk/images/sonic-womens-road-cycling-shoes-p18713-84417_image.jpg)
I'd lusted after them for a while, and they were finally reduced. :-[
Post by: ElyDave on 02 December, 2019, 03:33:22 pm
Post by: De Sisti on 02 December, 2019, 05:02:47 pm
https://www.rapha.cc/gb/en/shop/mechanics-jacket/product/MJK01XXCBN (https://www.rapha.cc/gb/en/shop/mechanics-jacket/product/MJK01XXCBN)
(Scroll down).
Post by: Paul H on 02 December, 2019, 09:48:47 pm
Lesson learned - if you have multiple dynamo lights you can't just upgrade one.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 09 December, 2019, 12:11:08 pm
Some of these:
(https://www.tritoncycles.co.uk/images/sonic-womens-road-cycling-shoes-p18713-84417_image.jpg)
I'd lusted after them for a while, and they were finally reduced. :-[
They arrived. So pretty. But alas, my feet are too wide, so they will have to go back. :'( I am gutted.
Post by: Jurek on 31 December, 2019, 02:31:24 pm
I keep one in each of my courier bags.
Trouble is, I keep buying more courier bags - I think I'm up to 7 now.
Ordered from Rapid Electronics yesterday at 15:08.
Delivered today at ~ 13:45.
Would consider using them again.
Post by: ElyDave on 31 December, 2019, 03:52:31 pm
Post by: Feanor on 10 January, 2020, 09:43:08 pm
The custom Shand build is now ready for collection.
S+S couplings on acount of the travel schedule I have for it.
Lamborghini Orange, the closest to an actual Lambo I'm going to get.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49363844461_111d494c89_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2id7B9z)
Ron Lowe Stoater (2) (https://flic.kr/p/2id7B9z) by Ron Lowe (https://www.flickr.com/photos/62966413@N04/), on Flickr
Post by: markcjagar on 11 January, 2020, 12:26:29 am
The Aubisque is a very lovely shade of blue, the cables are cabley.
I will post a photo when I've finished building...
Post by: bludger on 11 January, 2020, 12:29:36 am
Post by: Torslanda on 12 January, 2020, 11:59:17 pm
Today I bought gear and brake cables for the new frameset that arrived yesterday, a Spa Aubisque, which I've purchased to replace my Croix de Fer frameset.
The Aubisque is a very lovely shade of blue, the cables are cabley.
I will post a photo when I've finished building...
Does that mean there will be a CdF frameset in Classifieds, soon...?
If so, what size and how much?
Post by: Robh on 13 January, 2020, 12:55:22 am
I seem to have accidentally done an N+1 a while back.Very nice. I hope it gives you many happy miles. I like the way that Shand post pics of each bike they produce. Here's mine from 2016:
The custom Shand build is now ready for collection.
S+S couplings on acount of the travel schedule I have for it.
Lamborghini Orange, the closest to an actual Lambo I'm going to get.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49363844461_111d494c89_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2id7B9z)
Ron Lowe Stoater (2) (https://flic.kr/p/2id7B9z) by Ron Lowe (https://www.flickr.com/photos/62966413@N04/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/1473/24647124653_f8a75b822f_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DxYXt4) (https://flic.kr/p/DxYXt4)
Post by: sg37409 on 15 January, 2020, 09:52:20 pm
Post by: Feanor on 19 January, 2020, 06:17:01 pm
The most obvious way is to remove the handlebars and front caliper, so they stay with the rear half.
Post by: De Sisti on 19 January, 2020, 06:36:07 pm
in lieu of the money coming in I bought another one of these lights.
(https://cdn.bike24.net/i/p/4/9/259094_01_d.jpg)
(https://www.sjscycles.co.uk/images/products/medium/47418.jpg)
(https://www.sjscycles.co.uk/images/products/medium/47418.jpg)
Post by: Feanor on 19 January, 2020, 06:47:09 pm
Very nice. I hope it gives you many happy miles. I like the way that Shand post pics of each bike they produce. Here's mine from 2016:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/1473/24647124653_f8a75b822f_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DxYXt4)
(https://flic.kr/p/DxYXt4)
Very nice.
I did consider the rohloff / belt drive, but decided to go with the normal gearing.
The frame builder is one of the Audax Ecosse regulars. Having the frame built by someone you know is a nice touch! I did enjoy the tour around the workshop.
There are actually two bikes: mine, and Mrs. F.
I'll post a pic of them together later.
Post by: perpetual dan on 20 January, 2020, 10:51:36 pm
Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk
Post by: Feanor on 27 January, 2020, 06:05:03 pm
It really has the most lovely clear and sustained note!
https://www.wiggle.co.uk/knog-oi-classic-bike-bell/
Post by: Ashaman42 on 27 January, 2020, 06:13:46 pm
They technically arrived Saturday but they were recorded delivery so have gone to the post office. Planning to pick them up tomorrow.
I've gone for photochromic this time rather than changeable lenses. We'll see how I get on. Worried they won't be fast enough going from sun into tree tunnels but then the current ones I always leave the clear lenses on and have to wait for my eyes to adjust anyway.
Post by: bludger on 30 January, 2020, 11:29:50 am
https://uk.wahoofitness.com/devices/bike-computers/gps-elemnt-bolt-reconditioned
It seems that my Garmin is missing - it was either stolen while I wasn't looking on the train, or it's lost. If it turns up then I'll sell it (it was second hand so I'll probably just look for £70 for it). Was eyeing up a move on from Garmin as I can't stand their 'systems' so hopefully this will be a better go.
annoyingly the mount is different so I've also got an adapter that lets you use wahoo computers on Garmin mounts.
Post by: Kim on 30 January, 2020, 03:47:21 pm
Also some slightly better elbow pads to replace my under-a-tenner-in-the-sale efforts, one of which has decided it would rather be a wrist pad.
Post by: Deano on 30 January, 2020, 11:33:59 pm
I probably have enough luggage already, but I needed somewhere to mount all the badges.
Post by: Karla on 10 February, 2020, 11:33:01 pm
Post by: BrianI on 22 February, 2020, 06:07:36 pm
First test ride in Zwift this afternoon, and it is quite fun feeling the resistance automagically adjust itself on the trainer depending on the terrain in zwift! :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :D
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 22 February, 2020, 09:43:49 pm
Post by: bludger on 22 February, 2020, 10:19:59 pm
Post by: T42 on 23 February, 2020, 08:43:33 am
Post by: ElyDave on 26 February, 2020, 04:32:14 pm
Deposit paid on an airminal
Post by: perpetual dan on 26 February, 2020, 09:11:27 pm
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 26 February, 2020, 10:31:09 pm
*Rack pack.
Post by: andyoxon on 28 February, 2020, 01:00:29 pm
(https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/JbUAAOSwPpJd6O9x/s-l1600.jpg)
Post by: bludger on 29 February, 2020, 05:09:46 pm
2nd hand frame and seat post and front brake for less than 50% the rrp of a new frame plus recent payday = me getting my wallet out... ;D
I did immediately spend £15 on a headset fix up for it though as this one had an exploded bearing in it.
Got it as a run-around and fixed crit race bike but who knows, might audax on it one day.
Post by: Pedaldog. on 29 February, 2020, 07:44:54 pm
I is a happy little fatty!
Post by: BrianI on 02 March, 2020, 05:19:46 pm
Just a nice new rear rack for my 2008 Dawes Horizon! The old one was looking a bit skew-wiff, so I'm replacing it with a Tortec Expedition rear rack, which has the added benefit of separate pannier rails! :thumbsup: And a 90mm 7 degree stem to try and get the position on my road bike a bit better... The 110mm +17 degree stem is a wee bitty too high, so hopefully the 90mm 7 degree stem should be a good un.
Post by: BrianI on 15 March, 2020, 02:54:07 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 16 March, 2020, 06:27:01 am
Post by: Andy64 on 16 March, 2020, 08:22:49 am
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/soZ_b-WiDCGSRGT3M55h9pqQJ4AakwzpvotaaXP9HiGZO6qc0kV7XGQNtUV4h2xzkxpJA4kRT7H3yg4VwNIfkmxJohr924QOjjAT9XoZgKlzyzPbwuOJbSHl7_aas8J9iKnRV15cjYAFDuJB0i06XKbuzkZE_69SvjrJkJoLIuk9ClYIgw8s7QpdeFM2Ssb3D4EZL7s9XQwSuZxKej39Yx7H6ahqoU5UkewbIe8r7DVdm8i3bmZZ2GsIU_c1W-lUz3ExWWfWlGYnOp2p_731cYZn0mafQADKkkmxGjM9KEDswh5OyaexCw3rFc3OPVdx6z_pGl-QdC5-lvQBDBZCPyn9Mtjorw6p9kKIwK25LYvzV_nt7V-0lf6U1e15_LhvGmQqqnZAEAdb-gvn6FclrU9kKKbko3yp66Jb6zBXllfRBmveZRASm7FS_znR8qyG4MlQ9RwtQab4j1h7xo0Jkj76DKJuU4LcrOg0bHoTSK9KPxe2Jq2SM_vyNX42SVtUNUzv1gwcemgmA4ezLNNC3pp7HMdJd0eMrrK3IA-8mfXVmDVw9lU6iSkkq63OOXyjWNLJWlJdunjd6rgolrk4xPxoLBqKVBlvex7L0ZA1EtefjUAeg6MVVryhRfNHqu_chvYxorK32nG2zGJ8J8p0kTiyMnXZ6YTjbzjUvvSH7NniS27PoBURGYl0SxAkIA=w1563-h882-no)
Post by: BrianI on 17 March, 2020, 02:51:21 pm
A pair of Conti Tour Ride tyres, in 700x37c, to replace my rather foostie looking 700x32c Marathon greenguards.
Which actually come up 1mm narrower than my Marathon greenguards though! (31mm) :o
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 19 March, 2020, 04:18:02 pm
2 Continental Race 28 OEM Inner Tube - 700c - 700c / 20mm / 25mm / 60mm Valve
Good VFM, I think from Merlin.
Post by: T42 on 27 March, 2020, 02:56:00 pm
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 28 March, 2020, 02:55:31 pm
Post by: Ashaman42 on 07 April, 2020, 08:49:20 pm
Of course this was all back in 2015 and the cassette, chain, chain rings, bottom bracket and everything else are still in the boxes they came in :facepalm:
In all that time all I needed to really do was take the extractor to work and I could have lathed the tip and made a new end but of course now we're not at work. Which is why I've got time to do the above maintenance.
Anyway I was going to get a Park Tools one but it either seems to be out of stock or twice the price once you add postage compared to the BBB one I went for. I know I know, buy cheap buy twice but I've got the impression from somewhere that BBB tools aren't bad. We shall see.
And as to whether I'll finally change the drive train that's all worn gracefully into each other anytime soon we shall also see.
Post by: ElyDave on 08 April, 2020, 06:43:24 am
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 08 April, 2020, 07:35:41 am
I'll be fixing a hole where the air gets out
And stops my bike from wandering
Where it will go
Post by: ibrahim on 08 April, 2020, 07:39:44 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 08 April, 2020, 08:16:10 pm
Post by: De Sisti on 09 April, 2020, 09:09:14 am
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0858/4882/products/0000020871_250x.jpg?v=1582111154)
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0858/4882/products/0000013329_52fa8a15-d24c-4901-be4d-ade09195c42b_250x.jpg?v=1582111125)
(https://garneau.com/media/catalog/product/cache/e4d64343b1bc593f1c5348fe05efa4a6/1/0/1030229_517_01.jpg)
[Forgotten how to do the hyperlink thing].
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 09 April, 2020, 09:16:33 am
Post by: rafletcher on 13 April, 2020, 04:48:28 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 17 April, 2020, 08:16:56 pm
https://marksbikes.wordpress.com/2017/12/31/ideale-saddles/
I fully expect the Model 90 (similar to Brooks Pro) will end up being too narrow to suit my arse but some self-indulgent retail therapy may help lift my current mood and it may encourage them to make the somewhat wider Model 92 (similar to B17 Std) in future.
Post by: rogerzilla on 22 April, 2020, 10:18:52 am
Campag claim their bearings are grade 5 but everyone else seems to think they're grade 25.
Post by: bludger on 22 April, 2020, 10:39:31 am
Will be putting my old nitto 25.4 bullhorns up on sale soon if anyone fancies them, they're good bars I just can't get them in the right size stem any more. Think they're these ones https://www.bike24.com/p294948.html?q=nitto%20bullhorn
Post by: chrisbainbridge on 22 April, 2020, 11:39:00 am
Post by: rogerzilla on 23 April, 2020, 10:40:08 am
Why do eBay sellers never clean anything?
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 25 April, 2020, 04:36:59 pm
A s/h 1055 BB turned up. Filthy, so didn't hold out much hope and it was indeed pitted, so it's going back. Those old spindles pit if they see a drop of water, although this looks more like mechanical wear caused by loose adjustment (ball drop).
Why do eBay sellers never clean anything?
It's called patina.
Bought a pair of S/Marathons for the town bike. Gotta pick 'em up from Halfords, knock twice and ask for Nellie.
Post by: rogerzilla on 27 April, 2020, 09:08:05 pm
I also found a pair of 20 x 35mm M+ tyres for the Raleigh Twenty* for a mere £25. The Marathons on there are somewhat aged now.
*which has now reached the point where the only original parts are the main frame and mudguards!
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 28 April, 2020, 09:53:07 pm
LifeLine X-Tools Essential Torque Wrench Set
reviews said I should buy an Italian job for another £100+ but I am not even sure I need one at all, it's just these instructions that are so specific.
Post by: bludger on 28 April, 2020, 10:08:08 pm
Not yet paid but i've asked the LBS to quote me to "downgrade" from 105 hydraulic to 105 mechanical + trp spyres.
Fed up with this fannying around. I don't want a bike I don't feel I can trust. I expect the job to cost to the tune of £250 but can probably recoup much of that by selling the shifters etc. I used spyres for ages and loved them.
Post by: rogerzilla on 29 April, 2020, 09:23:36 am
Post by: Karla on 29 April, 2020, 09:35:16 am
I've got that exact tool it's a goodun: https://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/TOJWMTWSV2/jobsworth-pro-torque-wrench-set
Not yet paid but i've asked the LBS to quote me to "downgrade" from 105 hydraulic to 105 mechanical + trp spyres.
Fed up with this fannying around. I don't want a bike I don't feel I can trust. I expect the job to cost to the tune of £250 but can probably recoup much of that by selling the shifters etc. I used spyres for ages and loved them.
Funnily enough, I was wondering about doing the same thing.
Post by: robgul on 29 April, 2020, 11:00:06 am
I've got that exact tool it's a goodun: https://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/TOJWMTWSV2/jobsworth-pro-torque-wrench-set
Not yet paid but i've asked the LBS to quote me to "downgrade" from 105 hydraulic to 105 mechanical + trp spyres.
Fed up with this fannying around. I don't want a bike I don't feel I can trust. I expect the job to cost to the tune of £250 but can probably recoup much of that by selling the shifters etc. I used spyres for ages and loved them.
Concur on the brakes - I bought a "build it yourself at the factory" Planet X carbon machine last August with an original spec of Ultegra hydraulic discs - haggled a deal with a "downgrade" to cable operated TRPs - easy to fit/fix repair and minimal risk of being out on the road and having no brakes if hydraulic fails.
I get it with better braking with discs BUT why make it complicated (and more expensive) with hydraulic - to me the difference with cable disc is marginal .... doubtless there will be arguments on that point!
[When I was managing an LBS I had several customers that went back to cable discs]
Rob
Post by: bludger on 29 April, 2020, 11:14:36 am
Post by: markcjagar on 29 April, 2020, 06:19:35 pm
I definitely understand hydraulics for e.g. cyclocross and MTB where high-modulation braking is very valuable, but for just normal person road riding.... no thanks I'm done with this particular experiment, I feel.
This answers my question of whether I should upgrade to hydro on my Aubisque.
Post by: bludger on 29 April, 2020, 11:26:50 pm
Post by: mike on 30 April, 2020, 01:32:58 pm
My first new bike in 15 years, first hydraulic disks and first shimano (105).
Crikey it's stiff. And feels quick. And quiet. And much more comfy than I'd expected. And the hoods are huge! Only had time for a couple of miles up the road and back this morning, will try and get a longer loop in the rain tonight.
Post by: Deano on 30 April, 2020, 01:36:56 pm
Expensive kit, but it's a saving overall, as I can downgrade the old wheels to an old frame, and then I'll have a spare bike...
Post by: Pedaldog. on 30 April, 2020, 10:28:11 pm
Also, really don't ask why, a 2nd hand Unicycle. I'll need longer walking sticks if I try and ride that!
Post by: cycleman on 01 May, 2020, 08:23:25 am
Post by: bludger on 04 May, 2020, 02:11:16 pm
1x new stem (90mm) to replace my 110mm one for the fixed.
1x jack brown mile muncher tyre to replace a worn one for the fixed (it isn't actually worn but it will be...)
1x front light
1x rear light
1x planet X giant saddlebag as my podsacs one now needs some extra help staying put with an old inner tube, so I'm going to permanently fix it to the town bike.
1x disc brake cleaner spray
Post by: De Sisti on 04 May, 2020, 02:15:31 pm
Post by: De Sisti on 07 May, 2020, 05:45:38 pm
(https://www.sjscycles.co.uk/images/products/medium/19427.jpg)
(https://www.sjscycles.co.uk/images/products/medium/19427.jpg)
Post by: hatler on 07 May, 2020, 05:57:31 pm
Post by: De Sisti on 07 May, 2020, 06:09:16 pm
Post by: Hot Flatus on 07 May, 2020, 06:15:19 pm
Post by: hatler on 07 May, 2020, 07:03:09 pm
Post by: robgul on 07 May, 2020, 09:43:48 pm
Two of them ? :-)
Of course - doesn't a bike have two cranks to pull?
Rob
Post by: Kim on 07 May, 2020, 11:46:27 pm
Short crank users would be better served by one that's operated with a spanner.
Post by: Andrew Br on 14 May, 2020, 10:52:32 pm
I've finally stumped up for a Redshift Shockstop stem.
Part of the delay in going for it was deciding what length to get.
After fitting Ultegra 8020 hydro shifters to the Dirty Disco, I've been trying to find the best bar position; the tops of the hoods are much longer than the previous Chorus shifters.
If the new stem is a bit long, I'll just have to work on my flexibility although I still won't be able to do Tuesdays.
I've just bought a second Shockstop stem for the Disco. I've recently taken the Rohloff off my Enigma and replaced it with 105 hydro (7020 ?). That's led me to ride the Enigma more frequently and I like the slightly more stretched position so I decided to put a 10mm longer stem on the Disco (100->110mm). As an experiment I put it on the Enigma (original stem was 120mm) and the new position seems even better so it's staying on there and I'll get another for the Disco. It'll also be 110mm.
Coming eventually to this forum's classifieds section, a Rohloff wheel and a 100mm Shockstop stem ;).
In other news, I also bought two pairs of knee warmers, a hat and a pair of gloves from the Cycle Surgery closing down sale.
Post by: markcjagar on 15 May, 2020, 07:02:23 pm
I never thought I'd buy a power meter but I discovered that you can get one that's compatible with a 5703 crankset and something about the idea of having a power meter on a steel bike with mudguards and a triple appeals to me in strange way.
Post by: Karla on 15 May, 2020, 08:38:05 pm
Which one did you get?
Post by: markcjagar on 16 May, 2020, 05:40:48 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 26 May, 2020, 03:24:32 pm
After a very short ride, I'd say it does that.
It's also very light.
Post by: mllePB on 31 May, 2020, 07:09:35 am
Came with an A0 sheet of instructions, including
These shoes are designed for cycling. Do not you them for any purpose other than cycling.
Post by: perpetual dan on 31 May, 2020, 09:23:51 am
Post by: chrisbainbridge on 31 May, 2020, 09:37:11 am
Post by: Deano on 02 June, 2020, 08:21:41 pm
Post by: Fennec on 16 June, 2020, 04:19:26 pm
(https://i.ibb.co/kmjck4f/15-D9-BEB9-6853-45-C9-9-F73-BAEF01-FC3-CC9.jpg)
Post by: De Sisti on 16 June, 2020, 05:05:25 pm
(https://i8.amplience.net/i/rapha/LEC05XX_DNY_product_H119_10?fmt=jpg&bg=rgb(255,255,255)&fmt.jpeg.interlaced=true&aspect=1:1&sm=aspect&scaleFit=poi&poi={($this.metadata.pointOfInterest.w==0)?0.5:$this.metadata.pointOfInterest.x},{($this.metadata.pointOfInterest.w==0)?0.5:$this.metadata.pointOfInterest.y},{($this.metadata.pointOfInterest.w==0)?0:$this.metadata.pointOfInterest.w},{($this.metadata.pointOfInterest.h==0)?0:$this.metadata.pointOfInterest.h}}&w=1000)
Post by: Greenbank on 16 June, 2020, 09:22:47 pm
(To be fair I have missed out on 3 or 4 over the last few weeks.)
Don't need a powermeter on the commuter but it's cheap and a handy spare wheel.
(The wheels now cost more than the actual bike as I got the bike cheap in a sale and used a spare SON wheel on the front.)
Post by: chrisbainbridge on 17 June, 2020, 02:09:54 pm
Phone holder that will hold phone, cash, card and keys.I got one for fathers day last year. I really like it.
(https://i8.amplience.net/i/rapha/LEC05XX_DNY_product_H119_10?fmt=jpg&bg=rgb(255,255,255)&fmt.jpeg.interlaced=true&aspect=1:1&sm=aspect&scaleFit=poi&poi={($this.metadata.pointOfInterest.w==0)?0.5:$this.metadata.pointOfInterest.x},{($this.metadata.pointOfInterest.w==0)?0.5:$this.metadata.pointOfInterest.y},{($this.metadata.pointOfInterest.w==0)?0:$this.metadata.pointOfInterest.w},{($this.metadata.pointOfInterest.h==0)?0:$this.metadata.pointOfInterest.h}}&w=1000)
I did spend a lot yesterday on the tailfin https://www.tailfin.cc (https://www.tailfin.cc) system. Should arrive next week. My sleeping bag will come out of storage into the nw flat in a couple of weeks and I will be set for a few overnight excursions as the lockdown eases. Possibly even into Wales!
Post by: Greenbank on 21 June, 2020, 04:31:23 pm
Scalped an old Powertap wheelset from eBay to go on the commuter. Been watching it all week and sniped in with a few seconds to go and got it for more than £20 less than the max I was willing to pay.
(To be fair I have missed out on 3 or 4 over the last few weeks.)
Don't need a powermeter on the commuter but it's cheap and a handy spare wheel.
(The wheels now cost more than the actual bike as I got the bike cheap in a sale and used a spare SON wheel on the front.)
Finally got time to put a tyre on it (tried two folding GP 4 Seasons I had spare but gave up as they were just too tight).
Nothing first time I tried it (I was a bit worried I'd bought a dud or something incompatible with the Garmin) but put some fresh batteries into it and then the Garmin detected it.
Power measuring the commuter bike. Utterly unnecessary but done and sorted for £100. The original rear wheel will have the Marathon Winters put on it for the next snowpocalypse.
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 23 June, 2020, 03:39:10 pm
Being new to action cameras, maybe I should have bought a cheapo first but it'll look good on the bike I bought off ebay for £25 a few years ago.
Post by: De Sisti on 23 June, 2020, 07:21:34 pm
Went crazy and splashed out big on an Action Camera. Gopro Hero8.I bought a cheaper version; the Crosstour CT8500 @ £40, inc postage.
(https://contestimg.wish.com/api/image/fetch?contest_id=5d786dbde3795e7c363a2d83&w=175&h=175)
A chap in our club has one, and his two reveiws are very complementary.
Post by: chrisbainbridge on 23 June, 2020, 10:24:09 pm
Should have saved time then and just done the one.Went crazy and splashed out big on an Action Camera. Gopro Hero8.I bought a cheaper version; the Crosstour CT8500 @ £40, inc postage.
(https://contestimg.wish.com/api/image/fetch?contest_id=5d786dbde3795e7c363a2d83&w=175&h=175)
A chap in our club has one, and his two reveiws are very complementary.
Post by: hulver on 23 June, 2020, 11:10:07 pm
Lots of new things to me (hydro disks, tubeless, through axles), but me old "best bike" is 20 ish years old (well, the frame is, I've upgraded everything else except the frame, fork and bars).
Still putting it together, got it booked into the bike shop in a couple of weeks (earliest they could do) for facing the bottom bracket and the disk caliper mounts and fitting the headset. Those are the only bits I don't have the tools / ability to do. Everything else I'm building myself.
Really looking forward to riding it. I've been mainly stuck on the turbo lately, with a few rides on my commuting bike, so a decent audax machine is like a dream come true.
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 24 June, 2020, 09:53:08 am
Went crazy and splashed out big on an Action Camera. Gopro Hero8.I bought a cheaper version; the Crosstour CT8500 @ £40, inc postage.
(https://contestimg.wish.com/api/image/fetch?contest_id=5d786dbde3795e7c363a2d83&w=175&h=175)
A chap in our club has one, and his two reveiws are very complementary.
Thanks for the heads up, maybe I will get one of those too for the price!
Next year (it should have been this year) I will try to do an ambitious Alpine ride (on a hire bike) and I thought I would get the action camera for that. I now have a year to learn to get the best I can out of it.
ps do you have a link to the reviews?
Post by: De Sisti on 24 June, 2020, 10:46:49 am
ps do you have a link to the reviews?
Here are a couple of reviews done by a chap in our club:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ebcuUyG ... 7-gvkDGZD (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ebcuUyGqnV0&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR3qOwW1CFNMatkd2hA5yOs1skdw9OrBjC9nqfomlnBo0M1r37-gvkDGZDI)I (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ebcuUyGqnV0&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR3qOwW1CFNMatkd2hA5yOs1skdw9OrBjC9nqfomlnBo0M1r37-gvkDGZDI)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vUCYuHI ... S44ywB2-Ls (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vUCYuHIgXRQ&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR2KlUyTDxsh3qc2JVF_aB0Yu3h4JQFn4K_131xwxqST0drnrS44ywB2-Ls)
The second is a follow-up, with additional information about how the camera works and
what it can do.
Post by: hatler on 24 June, 2020, 11:16:16 am
Wish me luck. I may be gone some time.
Post by: T42 on 27 June, 2020, 01:36:49 pm
Post by: hatler on 27 June, 2020, 02:37:46 pm
Just waiting for the dishing tool and truing jig to arrive. The front wheel is laced ready for truing.
Very exciting. (Amazing what a lockdown can do for one's spare time. That, and the local wheel builder having no spare time until October.)
Post by: Adam on 27 June, 2020, 09:50:53 pm
Post by: hatler on 27 June, 2020, 11:26:00 pm
I managed to find a distributor which actually had some bikes in stock. After selling 2 more today, I've now only got 4 new bikes left in the shop to sell!Good times ?
Post by: De Sisti on 28 June, 2020, 07:51:38 am
FFS ::-)Should have saved time then and just done the one.Went crazy and splashed out big on an Action Camera. Gopro Hero8.I bought a cheaper version; the Crosstour CT8500 @ £40, inc postage.
(https://contestimg.wish.com/api/image/fetch?contest_id=5d786dbde3795e7c363a2d83&w=175&h=175)
A chap in our club has one, and his two reveiws are very complementary.
Post by: nobby on 28 June, 2020, 07:54:24 am
Now supporting a 45 year old Karrimor saddlebag, fixed to 10 year old Rido saddle attached to a 6 day old Moulton TSR A8 named Wilson.
Post by: Jakob W on 28 June, 2020, 06:27:25 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 03 July, 2020, 05:44:11 pm
Post by: tiermat on 04 July, 2020, 02:34:15 pm
The former as I am getting old and the latter as I have developed a bad habit of skidding the Renegade.
Won't be fitted until Wednesday, though as it and tld's Cube are both booked in at the lbs for a service.
Post by: rogerzilla on 08 July, 2020, 07:38:56 pm
If these don't work, the frameset and DT wheelset are going on eBay and I'll put the parts on a steel racing frame. With the honourable exception of slope's wheels on the Moulton, I have never had any luck with Other People's Wheels. I'm still riding a DT Revolution-spoked front wheel I built in 2004. It's a cheap no-name rim, it's hit countless potholes, it's done two Dun Runs and it is as good aa it ever was.
Post by: fuaran on 11 July, 2020, 12:20:24 pm
Post by: hulver on 16 July, 2020, 03:25:26 pm
Post by: hatler on 19 July, 2020, 08:24:03 am
Ordered a brake bleed kit yesterday.
Post by: Gattopardo on 21 July, 2020, 04:21:27 pm
Bitten the bullet. Needs must and all that. With the current waiting lists at LBSs I have no choice but to sort our one hydraulic braked bike out. When it gets warm (like yesterday) both brakes jam on.
Ordered a brake bleed kit yesterday.
Syringe is cheaper ;)
Post by: Gattopardo on 21 July, 2020, 04:23:12 pm
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(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/50/a1/e0/50a1e09ddc23e51eb40a34f098e64052.jpg)
(https://www.sporeo-shop.com/881-home_default/casquette-cyclisme-tour-de-france-classic-blanc.jpg)
(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51iarqaB7HL._AC_SX425_.jpg) Khakhi instead, but this doesn't fit me as it is a small :(
Gimme a shout if you would like a hat they are 5Euro.
Post by: hatler on 21 July, 2020, 04:44:56 pm
Yup, but the kit comes with new fluid, two syringes, the right threaded fittings for the bleed ports and two tube clamps. I'm so not looking forward to this job that I don't want to be able to excuse the likely mess up on poor tools.Bitten the bullet. Needs must and all that. With the current waiting lists at LBSs I have no choice but to sort our one hydraulic braked bike out. When it gets warm (like yesterday) both brakes jam on.
Ordered a brake bleed kit yesterday.
Syringe is cheaper ;)
Post by: Gattopardo on 21 July, 2020, 04:50:01 pm
Yup, but the kit comes with new fluid, two syringes, the right threaded fittings for the bleed ports and two tube clamps. I'm so not looking forward to this job that I don't want to be able to excuse the likely mess up on poor tools.Bitten the bullet. Needs must and all that. With the current waiting lists at LBSs I have no choice but to sort our one hydraulic braked bike out. When it gets warm (like yesterday) both brakes jam on.
Ordered a brake bleed kit yesterday.
Syringe is cheaper ;)
If you can bleed a car or motorbike then cycles are the same.
Some people have issues but never had an issue....until I had a master cylinder with a blocked return so the fluid would not return to the reservoir. That took a long while to figure out.
Post by: nobby on 21 July, 2020, 05:00:21 pm
I was offered some at £13 with bright blue rubber bits or £14.99 with orange stripes or £40 in carbon fibre.
I declined. The last one I bought was two quid from a remainder bin outside a shop in Newport, Salop.
I'm waiting until a £5 maximum one creeps up on me.
Post by: Paul H on 21 July, 2020, 05:15:51 pm
I tried to buy a nylon wrap around bottle holder.These are three quid, though unless you want something else to go with it the postage will probably more than double that
I was offered some at £13 with bright blue rubber bits or £14.99 with orange stripes or £40 in carbon fibre.
I declined. The last one I bought was two quid from a remainder bin outside a shop in Newport, Salop.
I'm waiting until a £5 maximum one creeps up on me.
https://www.sjscycles.co.uk/bottles-cages/profile-stryke-kage-black/
Post by: hatler on 21 July, 2020, 05:20:55 pm
I've bled cars' brakes since I was a nipper, but for those all you had to do was attach the bleed pipe to the bleed nipple on the calliper/wheel cylinder, loosen the nipple, and pump the pedal, whilst ensuring that the master cylinder stayed topped up.Yup, but the kit comes with new fluid, two syringes, the right threaded fittings for the bleed ports and two tube clamps. I'm so not looking forward to this job that I don't want to be able to excuse the likely mess up on poor tools.Bitten the bullet. Needs must and all that. With the current waiting lists at LBSs I have no choice but to sort our one hydraulic braked bike out. When it gets warm (like yesterday) both brakes jam on.
Ordered a brake bleed kit yesterday.
Syringe is cheaper ;)
If you can bleed a car or motorbike then cycles are the same.
Some people have issues but never had an issue....until I had a master cylinder with a blocked return so the fluid would not return to the reservoir. That took a long while to figure out.
The manufacturer's instructions for the bike brakes I'm lining up to do require pumping fluid from the calliper back to the master cylinder (lever), and there's no handy bleed nipples on either fitting, so I'm more than happy to pay the £20 for a bleed kit.
Post by: Ashaman42 on 21 July, 2020, 06:34:32 pm
(https://keeppedalling.cc/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/cap_pic.jpg)
A bit dearer at £15 but I saw one somewhere and decided I must have it.
Post by: nobby on 21 July, 2020, 10:14:45 pm
Thanks for that but I do not buy from the Bridgewater Bandit and the review - an overgenerous four stars - confirmed my prejudice.I tried to buy a nylon wrap around bottle holder.These are three quid, though unless you want something else to go with it the postage will probably more than double that
I was offered some at £13 with bright blue rubber bits or £14.99 with orange stripes or £40 in carbon fibre.
I declined. The last one I bought was two quid from a remainder bin outside a shop in Newport, Salop.
I'm waiting until a £5 maximum one creeps up on me.
https://www.sjscycles.co.uk/bottles-cages/profile-stryke-kage-black/
Something will turn up locally; it always does.
Post by: Bolt on 22 July, 2020, 12:04:52 am
Thanks for that but I do not buy from the Bridgewater Bandit and the review - an overgenerous four stars - confirmed my prejudice.So where exactly does "Bandit" term in relation to SJC originate from, I've heard it bandied about for years but thought it was just a bit of fun?
Something will turn up locally; it always does.
Post by: nobby on 22 July, 2020, 07:09:27 am
I didn't invent the moniker but it is appropriate.Thanks for that but I do not buy from the Bridgewater Bandit and the review - an overgenerous four stars - confirmed my prejudice.So where exactly does "Bandit" term in relation to SJC originate from, I've heard it bandied about for years but thought it was just a bit of fun?
Something will turn up locally; it always does.
Back in 2007 I decided to have a touring frame built to fit me. I had a budget of £1500-ish for the complete bike and somebody suggested SJS. I phoned them up explained that I wanted a frame built to suit my seven prolapsed discs and asked what they could do.
As they were speaking and not addressing my specific questions I realised that I was being spieled. I asked specifically about how they would measure me for the frame and it came out that they 'could work it out' from my inside leg measurement given over the phone. I wrote to the firm and complained, and had a reply from a Robin defending the sales person.
I have never spent a penny with them since.
Post by: robgul on 22 July, 2020, 07:57:37 am
Thanks for that but I do not buy from the Bridgewater Bandit and the review - an overgenerous four stars - confirmed my prejudice.So where exactly does "Bandit" term in relation to SJC originate from, I've heard it bandied about for years but thought it was just a bit of fun?
Something will turn up locally; it always does.
I believe it arose quite a while ago from the high cost of delivery that SJSC applied, and some of the prices for parts etc - and the personality traits of some of the people there. [I called there to buy a pump on my E2E in 2005 and found the attitude and service rather lacking]
That said, they do stock a myriad range of weird and wonderful parts for old (and really ancient) and newer bikes - at a price.
Rob
Post by: Gattopardo on 22 July, 2020, 03:14:37 pm
I've bled cars' brakes since I was a nipper, but for those all you had to do was attach the bleed pipe to the bleed nipple on the calliper/wheel cylinder, loosen the nipple, and pump the pedal, whilst ensuring that the master cylinder stayed topped up.Yup, but the kit comes with new fluid, two syringes, the right threaded fittings for the bleed ports and two tube clamps. I'm so not looking forward to this job that I don't want to be able to excuse the likely mess up on poor tools.Bitten the bullet. Needs must and all that. With the current waiting lists at LBSs I have no choice but to sort our one hydraulic braked bike out. When it gets warm (like yesterday) both brakes jam on.
Ordered a brake bleed kit yesterday.
Syringe is cheaper ;)
If you can bleed a car or motorbike then cycles are the same.
Some people have issues but never had an issue....until I had a master cylinder with a blocked return so the fluid would not return to the reservoir. That took a long while to figure out.
The manufacturer's instructions for the bike brakes I'm lining up to do require pumping fluid from the calliper back to the master cylinder (lever), and there's no handy bleed nipples on either fitting, so I'm more than happy to pay the £20 for a bleed kit.
Now I feel like I am trying to teach your granny to suck eggs, I'm not. Most modern cars don't like having the pedal go to the floor for pumping or excessive pressure in the brake system. Or on older cars, have had master seals fail after a pump pedal job as travel in to an unused area of the master system fucked it. So syringes to draw the old fluid out under a low vacuum is the easiest IMO. Then I am a lazy brake bleeder to and just use a length of pipe so the fluid can level out and any trapped air escapes. I recommend two cups of tea and a biscuit for each tyre. ;)
Post by: Gattopardo on 22 July, 2020, 03:15:20 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 22 July, 2020, 08:47:01 pm
First impressions are that the straps are a "Meh" compared to the Topeak and I would prefer three of them rather than two.
Most important info:- It's a "Sue".
Post by: Gattopardo on 22 July, 2020, 08:56:50 pm
Going to buy some bike tyres for GF ductch bike are the tyres have cracked...
Two different decathlons are stripped of bike parts...what have I missed?
Lots of ammo and knoves tho.
Post by: hatler on 22 July, 2020, 11:59:39 pm
:-) My brake bleeding days may have started when I was nobbut a lad, but they stopped in about '95, and all the bleeding I did then was as described, to cars that were all older than ten years then. Never had a problem with the pumping the brake pedal thing. I probably wouldn't know where to start now. (Probably the Haynes manual.)I've bled cars' brakes since I was a nipper, but for those all you had to do was attach the bleed pipe to the bleed nipple on the calliper/wheel cylinder, loosen the nipple, and pump the pedal, whilst ensuring that the master cylinder stayed topped up.Yup, but the kit comes with new fluid, two syringes, the right threaded fittings for the bleed ports and two tube clamps. I'm so not looking forward to this job that I don't want to be able to excuse the likely mess up on poor tools.Bitten the bullet. Needs must and all that. With the current waiting lists at LBSs I have no choice but to sort our one hydraulic braked bike out. When it gets warm (like yesterday) both brakes jam on.
Ordered a brake bleed kit yesterday.
Syringe is cheaper ;)
If you can bleed a car or motorbike then cycles are the same.
Some people have issues but never had an issue....until I had a master cylinder with a blocked return so the fluid would not return to the reservoir. That took a long while to figure out.
The manufacturer's instructions for the bike brakes I'm lining up to do require pumping fluid from the calliper back to the master cylinder (lever), and there's no handy bleed nipples on either fitting, so I'm more than happy to pay the £20 for a bleed kit.
Now I feel like I am trying to teach your granny to suck eggs, I'm not. Most modern cars don't like having the pedal go to the floor for pumping or excessive pressure in the brake system. Or on older cars, have had master seals fail after a pump pedal job as travel in to an unused area of the master system fucked it. So syringes to draw the old fluid out under a low vacuum is the easiest IMO. Then I am a lazy brake bleeder to and just use a length of pipe so the fluid can level out and any trapped air escapes. I recommend two cups of tea and a biscuit for each tyre. ;)
Post by: hatler on 23 July, 2020, 12:54:18 am
In the absence of imminent death from car shaped objects, everyone tried to get on their bike to enjoy the wonderful weather and discovered that either : -Going to buy some bike tyres for GF ductch bike are the tyres have cracked...
Two different decathlons are stripped of bike parts...what have I missed?
Lots of ammo and knoves tho.
a) they didn't have a bike and bought one or
b) they had a bike but it was beyond repair and bought a new one or
c) they had a bike that needed a bunch of spares to get it roadworthy
LBS round my way were running out of 26" tubes a few weeks back and were selling approx five times as many bikes as normal. And supply chains can't cope.
Post by: Legs on 23 July, 2020, 08:08:14 am
Post by: Gattopardo on 23 July, 2020, 11:14:59 pm
In the absence of imminent death from car shaped objects, everyone tried to get on their bike to enjoy the wonderful weather and discovered that either : -Going to buy some bike tyres for GF ductch bike are the tyres have cracked...
Two different decathlons are stripped of bike parts...what have I missed?
Lots of ammo and knoves tho.
a) they didn't have a bike and bought one or
b) they had a bike but it was beyond repair and bought a new one or
c) they had a bike that needed a bunch of spares to get it roadworthy
LBS round my way were running out of 26" tubes a few weeks back and were selling approx five times as many bikes as normal. And supply chains can't cope.
Am in la belle France but can see your thinking, but seems the hypermarkets and other bike shops don't have the same issue.
Post by: robgul on 24 July, 2020, 07:57:33 am
In the absence of imminent death from car shaped objects, everyone tried to get on their bike to enjoy the wonderful weather and discovered that either : -Going to buy some bike tyres for GF ductch bike are the tyres have cracked...
Two different decathlons are stripped of bike parts...what have I missed?
Lots of ammo and knoves tho.
a) they didn't have a bike and bought one or
b) they had a bike but it was beyond repair and bought a new one or
c) they had a bike that needed a bunch of spares to get it roadworthy
LBS round my way were running out of 26" tubes a few weeks back and were selling approx five times as many bikes as normal. And supply chains can't cope.
Am in la belle France but can see your thinking, but seems the hypermarkets, such as local Auchan don't have the same issue.
I'm sure that you know that Auchan (hypermarket), Decathlon (sports) and Leroy Merlin (DIY/building) are all the same business group.
Rob
Post by: Gattopardo on 24 July, 2020, 08:24:00 am
In the absence of imminent death from car shaped objects, everyone tried to get on their bike to enjoy the wonderful weather and discovered that either : -Going to buy some bike tyres for GF ductch bike are the tyres have cracked...
Two different decathlons are stripped of bike parts...what have I missed?
Lots of ammo and knoves tho.
a) they didn't have a bike and bought one or
b) they had a bike but it was beyond repair and bought a new one or
c) they had a bike that needed a bunch of spares to get it roadworthy
LBS round my way were running out of 26" tubes a few weeks back and were selling approx five times as many bikes as normal. And supply chains can't cope.
Am in la belle France but can see your thinking, but seems the hypermarkets, such as local Auchan don't have the same issue.
I'm sure that you know that Auchan (hypermarket), Decathlon (sports) and Leroy Merlin (DIY/building) are all the same business group.
Rob
I didn't.
Editted the original post as I was also in a carrefore and they didn't have a stock issue nor a local small bike chain called alltricks.
Post by: L CC on 24 July, 2020, 12:11:50 pm
#sootbike #pretty
Post by: Karla on 24 July, 2020, 01:20:05 pm
Post by: phil653 on 31 July, 2020, 03:22:20 pm
Just turned up from that China after a long wait. I was scouring ebay for hubs with twin threads and non-QR axles. It's for a tandem project that otherwise is using mostly stuff in my parts bin. The twin threads are so I can use a freewheel from stock on one side and mount a hub brake on the other.
When these appeared for the stupidly low price of 17.52 the pair plus 2.05 postage I thought I'd take a punt on them. At that price even if they turn out to be useless, it's not going to break the bank. Joytech is a brand-name that appears on pricier stuff too and allegedly is turned out by the same factory.
Initial impressions are that the one-piece hub body is nicely machined and the finish is good. The threads are cleanly cut with no burrs. However, the axles are stiff to the point of grindy-ness - there appears to be no grease in the bearings at all. A strip down to look at the cones and pack them with grease is obviously the next step. After that I'll be having my first attempt at wheel-building, so it could be a while before any further reports on the hubs...
Post by: mike on 06 August, 2020, 12:10:09 pm
https://www.mantel.com/uk/thankyouthemovie
Brilliant. They also sign their emails with 'have a wheelie good day'. Have bookmarked for future spend!
Post by: Kim on 06 August, 2020, 01:46:53 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 06 August, 2020, 02:10:14 pm
searching for some bits and Mantel came up as cheapest. They're a dutch equivalent of Wiggle, as far as I can see. Went through the process and got the best 'thank you' page I've ever seen:
https://www.mantel.com/uk/thankyouthemovie
Brilliant. They also sign their emails with 'have a wheelie good day'. Have bookmarked for future spend!
I got my last groupset (about 18 months ago) from Mantel. They were cheaper than all the UK shops at that time, and delivery was just as quick IIRC! :thumbsup:
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 06 August, 2020, 02:17:41 pm
Brooks is testing some new treatments and processes. I just received a B17 Standard with a textured top that is a variegated tan/ brown finish. Just need to Proofide it and pop it on a bike, probably my commuter fixed.
Post by: markcjagar on 06 August, 2020, 03:06:52 pm
I also bought a Restrap - Fast Strap to secure a spare inner tube between the seat tube and mudguard.
Post by: ElyDave on 06 August, 2020, 04:00:11 pm
searching for some bits and Mantel came up as cheapest. They're a dutch equivalent of Wiggle, as far as I can see. Went through the process and got the best 'thank you' page I've ever seen:
https://www.mantel.com/uk/thankyouthemovie
Brilliant. They also sign their emails with 'have a wheelie good day'. Have bookmarked for future spend!
I needed new pedals and a chain checker tool, honest
Post by: De Sisti on 07 August, 2020, 06:47:21 am
The only website which sells single sprockets doesn't have 30TWhich website is that?
Post by: perpetual dan on 07 August, 2020, 10:18:35 pm
I think it may be the top of a slippery slope of bags and GPS.
Post by: rogerzilla on 09 September, 2020, 09:56:46 am
Post by: TimC on 09 September, 2020, 11:14:06 am
Then thought 'I wonder if I can repair it. New one's on the way, so if I destroy it in the process it's no biggie'. Retrieved it from the bin. 10 minutes on Google, and a further 5 minutes with pliers, a rag and WD40 and it appears to be working as well as ever. It would now seem that I am to be a two-pump household.
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 10 September, 2020, 04:59:39 pm
Today I bought a Topeak Barxtender cheap off ebay. I needed to put my camera further out so I could see when it was recording or not. And I can put the gps cycle computer thing next to it. Loads of them on ebay, all from China except the Topeak is from Taiwan.
Post by: Kim on 10 September, 2020, 05:31:16 pm
Post by: perpetual dan on 10 September, 2020, 07:56:08 pm
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 03 October, 2020, 09:24:19 am
Post by: Hot Flatus on 03 October, 2020, 09:30:46 am
It is fantastic kit, and looks to be Rapha quality but at sensible prices. Endura have really upped their game. Wont suit everyone as it is race fit.
Post by: De Sisti on 03 October, 2020, 01:45:07 pm
Post by: rafletcher on 03 October, 2020, 01:55:38 pm
Not today, but over the last fortnight have bought a softshell jacket, 2x winter bibtights, 1x thermal bibknicks, 2x l/s jersey, 1x as jersey. All Endura fs260 pro sl, all at sale prices.
It is fantastic kit, and looks to be Rapha quality but at sensible prices. Endura have really upped their game. Wont suit everyone as it is race fit.
I’m a fan of the fs260 kit as well, best shorts I’ve bought, and way cheaper than Assos. And the jerseys are a good fit for me. I’m losing weight atm, so have had to hold off buying new kit as I hope to drop from their L to M 8) so I’ll persevere with the ageing Assos (as in 15 years old!) kit for the time being.
I’ve bought some Northwave Arctic XC boots, and a couple of pairs of dhb merino mid-length socks. Plus some Shimano JA03 pads and a B&M Ixon rechargeable front light.
Post by: Mrs Pingu on 03 October, 2020, 02:16:36 pm
Post by: rafletcher on 03 October, 2020, 05:35:00 pm
How do the gel pads in the shorts work? I must admit to being a bit dubious about putting unbreatheable bits in shorts.
For me, very well. The gel parts are small - around 120 x 50mm on each side of the red pad that I have, so just under the sit bones with a gap between. TBH I never realised they were gel until your question prompted me to actively poke them, you certainly don’t feel perched on them.
Post by: Jakob W on 03 October, 2020, 09:14:09 pm
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 17 October, 2020, 07:38:57 pm
Seller says it was made in Japan, tracking says it's being sent from somewhere in China.
Big chain ring, Deore, no one has any in the UK. Being sent from Germany.
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 24 October, 2020, 10:14:11 am
It's clearly marked 'Shimano Japan' so obviously the real deal, no?
Post by: rafletcher on 24 October, 2020, 11:58:22 am
Post by: robgul on 24 October, 2020, 01:18:07 pm
It could well be that Shimano contract out the manufacture of parts to China. Business is business, after all.
Lots of Shimano stuff was marked made in China when I was buying stuff for the LBS
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 24 October, 2020, 04:19:36 pm
Post by: Snakehips on 03 November, 2020, 10:31:38 am
Post by: De Sisti on 03 November, 2020, 12:52:11 pm
Roubaix Long Sleeve Jersey. Arrived yesterday. £39 plus postage.
(https://galibier.cc/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Roubaix-jersey-orange-652x817.jpg)
Post by: Kim on 03 November, 2020, 12:55:44 pm
Post by: Karla on 03 November, 2020, 04:11:05 pm
Aero skewers for the TT bike off a guy on TTF
Aero stem for the TT bike off ProOwned
Both the latter in aid of #ProjectSub4
Post by: Deano on 11 November, 2020, 08:47:20 pm
Post by: Karla on 12 November, 2020, 01:02:13 am
Post by: Andrew Br on 14 November, 2020, 09:00:30 pm
It wasn't altogether straightforward; I had an issue with the adaptors so Tailfin credited me for them and sent a replacement set. Marvelous service IMO.
The rack itself is great (I went for the X2 model,carbon arch, aluminium top) and it looks good on both bikes as well as being stable when loaded.
While it'll spend more time on the Enigma (my shopping bike) it's quick and easy to swap it over to the Disco.
Someone on here (I think it was QG) said that a longer mounting would be useful. I agree and I've asked them to let me know when it becomes available for the X2.
My touring bag is an Ortlieb rack pack that will overhang the rack top so a bit of extra length will be useful.
If it was easier to put pictures on here (and if I weren't having issues with flickr) I'd post some.
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 15 November, 2020, 10:34:02 am
Also a Spoke Tension Meter app for my phone after reading http://savetheneurons.blogspot.com/2019/01/your-spoke-tension-meter-is-probably.html More accurate than physical tension meters (I have a couple of them in Oz, none here) and only a fiver suits me.
Post by: De Sisti on 15 November, 2020, 12:32:19 pm
https://www.suunto.com/en-gb/Products/sports-watches/Suunto-Ambit3-Peak/Suunto-Ambit3-Peak-Black-HR/ (https://www.suunto.com/en-gb/Products/sports-watches/Suunto-Ambit3-Peak/Suunto-Ambit3-Peak-Black-HR/)
(https://www.suunto.com/globalassets/productimages/suunto-ambit3-peak/suunto-ambit3-peak-black/tinypng/ss020674000-suunto-ambit3-peak-black-hr-01.png?height=550&format=jpg&bgcolor=f6f6f6)
https://www.suunto.com/en-gb/Products/PODs/Suunto-Bike-Sensor/ (https://www.suunto.com/en-gb/Products/PODs/Suunto-Bike-Sensor/)
(https://www.suunto.com/globalassets/productimages/suunto-bike-sensor/ss022477000_suunto_bike_sensor_01.png?height=550&format=jpg&bgcolor=f6f6f6)
https://www.suunto.com/en-gb/Products/Other-accessories/USB-Power-Cable/ (https://www.suunto.com/en-gb/Products/Other-accessories/USB-Power-Cable/)
(https://www.suunto.com/globalassets/productimages/usb-cable/ss018627000-usb-power-cable.png?height=550&format=jpg&bgcolor=f6f6f6)
Post by: Ashaman42 on 02 December, 2020, 01:47:07 pm
From Amazon: Some new brake pads - £3 for the same thing that Halfords wanted a tenner for.
From Decathlon: Two pairs of their basic bib tights for commuting, a pair of waterproof trousers for the same, and a new long sleeve jersey mostly because I liked the colour but also full zip should help a bit with temperature regulation on those in betweeny days.
A slightly expensive day but then the Wiggle bib tights I have are falling apart (I've had a good ten years out of them though).
Post by: T42 on 20 December, 2020, 03:43:29 pm
Post by: fuaran on 20 December, 2020, 06:01:57 pm
Have now fitted them both on the bars, so I have a backup in case of battery running low.
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 25 December, 2020, 12:55:33 am
Apparently HRMs are a non-essential item so I changed it for a really, really cheapo model which probably lies about everything except the time and won't link to Zwift.
Post by: Andy W on 26 December, 2020, 04:54:04 am
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 27 December, 2020, 12:41:59 pm
Choose your path in Zwift with the Elite STERZO Smart. An electronic
Got it from Scotby (https://www.scotbycycles.co.uk/collections/elite/products/elite-sterzo-smart-training?utm_campaign=gs-2020-03-04&utm_source=google&utm_medium=smart_campaign&gclid=CjwKCAiA25v_BRBNEiwAZb4-ZdQO-yVbGtv5K7dJ9XR2vsOgwAihg0sNLFXxgpKn8YTcEG0W-PYhCRoCrL0QAvD_BwE) sold it to me for £65 all-in with a discount code.
I'm a bit worried about what's going to happen when I have to steer around on those hairpins when descending :o
* not sure where they get 'riser block' from. It doesn't rise - there's another gadget for rising!
Post by: fd3 on 28 December, 2020, 10:43:00 am
Post by: L CC on 30 December, 2020, 09:46:04 am
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Post by: Redlight on 30 December, 2020, 10:05:12 am
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 30 December, 2020, 11:42:47 am
Post by: robgul on 30 December, 2020, 12:35:43 pm
Why would a rack make it easier to wheel through tube stations? My old Brommie had a rack that made it easier to carry sometimes.
If it's partially folded (rear triangle swung underneath) then the rack has wheels that make it easier to wheel along using the handlebars. My Brompton has the rack wheels re-positioned on the outside of the rack to improve wheeling stability.
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 30 December, 2020, 04:28:53 pm
Why would a rack make it easier to wheel through tube stations? My old Brommie had a rack that made it easier to carry sometimes.
If it's partially folded (rear triangle swung underneath) then the rack has wheels that make it easier to wheel along using the handlebars. My Brompton has the rack wheels re-positioned on the outside of the rack to improve wheeling stability.
They have obviously improved it since mine.
Post by: Kim on 30 December, 2020, 04:36:20 pm
(If you've got luggage attached and pulling it by the handlebars as a shopping trolley, it's tolerable, as you aren't trying to maintain a brisk walk.)
Post by: Paul on 31 December, 2020, 09:40:32 am
Now, just need to ride a bike...
Post by: MattH on 31 December, 2020, 11:04:34 am
More like post-cycling stuff than cycling stuff.
Avibratormassage gun.
I won a shiatsu massager in our work Christmas charity raffle a couple of years ago. Lots of sniggers from colleagues etc., and it ended up on a shelf.
But then I dug out when MrsH was having shoulder issues that a deep hard hand message helped on - it was amazing how good it is. We use it quite a lot now; it really does ease tight and knotted muscles in a couple of minutes.
Post by: fuaran on 31 December, 2020, 04:56:19 pm
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 04 January, 2021, 10:06:11 am
Just finished the tin on the bike I am using for Zwift. Seems being indoors dries out leather.
Post by: Ruthie on 06 January, 2021, 11:38:01 am
Post by: trundle on 09 January, 2021, 05:20:02 pm
(https://dgtzuqphqg23d.cloudfront.net/XMcBgJ6Aj6sfisHwDeWezJnMperXQqDucHcZdJLTicY-1536x2048.jpg)
Post by: De Sisti on 09 January, 2021, 05:55:59 pm
(https://dbyvw4eroffpi.cloudfront.net/product-media/3SQL/130/130/VEL-Sweat-Guard.jpg)
Post by: trundle on 09 January, 2021, 06:57:35 pm
Post by: De Sisti on 09 January, 2021, 08:21:33 pm
Those rollers are very nifty!They cost me £825 back in 2009. Insideride have given permission for Elite to make similar ones
for the European market. One of those versions is about £350.
https://www.elite-it.com/en/products/home-trainers/rollers/quick-motion (https://www.elite-it.com/en/products/home-trainers/rollers/quick-motion)
Post by: trundle on 09 January, 2021, 08:36:20 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 13 February, 2021, 07:42:59 am
(https://trek.scene7.com/is/image/TrekBicycleProducts/BontragerEliteWaterBottleCage_25484_O_Primary?$responsive-pjpg$&cache=on,on&wid=1440&hei=1080)
Post by: Kim on 02 March, 2021, 09:15:21 pm
PSA: The venerable FH-M756 is verging into unobtanium territory.
Post by: Ashaman42 on 02 March, 2021, 09:46:18 pm
Post by: L CC on 05 March, 2021, 02:27:41 pm
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Post by: Karla on 19 March, 2021, 12:31:03 am
Post by: L CC on 22 March, 2021, 10:39:46 am
Post by: Tim Hall on 22 March, 2021, 04:18:49 pm
It's thin line between "reassuringly expensive" and "how bleedin' much!?"
Post by: Arminius on 24 March, 2021, 07:26:21 am
I got the Assioma Duos but I might have to do the SPD hack as I'm really struggling with 3-bolt cleats. ::-) :-[
I can definitely recommend the SPD hack. Can't remember which X-Pedo (such a bad name) pedals I fitted, but I needed to use the threadlock trick to make sure they were in the correct position. Other than that, it was pretty painless and everything seems to work really well.
Post by: trundle on 24 March, 2021, 08:09:51 am
https://gplama.com/2019/12/11/favero-assioma-xpedo-spd-hack-gravel-power/ (https://gplama.com/2019/12/11/favero-assioma-xpedo-spd-hack-gravel-power/)
That will be very handy if I end up with a square taper crank...
Post by: JonBuoy on 24 March, 2021, 09:34:08 am
Post by: zigzag on 24 March, 2021, 11:30:18 am
Post by: sojournermike on 24 March, 2021, 01:30:27 pm
(https://www.demarchi.com/foto/1970_Faema_Jersey_Authorized_Replica_108_M_COLRosso_G_1.jpg)
https://www.demarchi.com/en/product.php?ID=108&IDXCOL=0 (https://www.demarchi.com/en/product.php?ID=108&IDXCOL=0)
I hope they don’t mind me linking their image as advertising. Special offer email on Saturday, ordered and arrived today.
Post by: Karla on 24 March, 2021, 08:59:34 pm
I hadn't seen the SPD hack, interesting. Did you want the pedals so you could switch them between bikes? Otherwise the Quark and Power2Max/FSA options cost similar money and let you use whatever pedals you like?
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 29 March, 2021, 02:28:00 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 26 April, 2021, 06:48:10 pm
My TL-PD33 is useless on these but, given that they seem to have done mere tens of miles, I just purged them with fresh grease using the common trick of filling the end of the pedal and the dustcap, then pushing the dustcap on. After about five rounds of this, fresh Phil Wood grease spewed from the crank end. There was no evidence of factory grease, which probably evaporated last century.
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 07 May, 2021, 03:10:24 pm
(https://www.wigglestatic.com/product-media/5360036778/dhb-Pro-Triple-Lens-Sunglasses-Sunglasses-White-S051EW-7.jpg?w=430&h=430&a=7)
https://www.wiggle.co.uk/dhb-pro-triple-lens-sunglasses?sku=5360308464
(I was going for Oakley radar
(https://www.wigglestatic.com/product-media/6360119493/Oakley_RadarEVPathMatteBlackPrizmRoadSunglasses_Black%20(1).jpg?w=430&h=430&a=7)
but they look over-engineered)
Post by: toontra on 07 May, 2021, 03:19:54 pm
I bought a replacement mech hanger for my Cervelo today which I fully expect never to use but you never know. No excitement value :(
Post by: toontra on 07 May, 2021, 04:39:52 pm
I bought a replacement mech hanger for my Cervelo today which I fully expect never to use but you never know. No doubt they will end up rarer than hen's teeth at some future point. No excitement value :(
Post by: rogerzilla on 20 May, 2021, 05:07:33 pm
Anyway, the LH pedal was perfect, with clean green factory grease, but the RH one smelt like an old steelworks when opened up and water has got in, leaving brown rust-stained grease. The vulnerable inboard bearing race has actually survived well, with no real pitting, but the balls have left stains on the raceways. A new axle unit can be had for only £20 now (plus £20 postage from the USA!) which is just about economic given that good PD-7810s can go for almost £100.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 07 June, 2021, 02:27:02 pm
Post by: Gattopardo on 11 June, 2021, 04:09:58 pm
Bough a purple rapha logo t shirt in size Large...but it is a womans shaped top...noted the purple t shirt but not that it was a ladies shape.
Bought a a cycling skinsuit thing suspect that is ladies too
(https://www.picclickimg.com/d/l400/pict/323916326337_/2018-Commonwealth-Games-Team-England-road-skinsuit-New.jpg)
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 13 June, 2021, 07:04:04 am
Of course the nut fell on the floor..
Post by: T42 on 13 June, 2021, 02:30:16 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 13 June, 2021, 03:31:23 pm
Not sure if this should be here or I'm a div thread.I noticed a long time ago that women (average woman-sized, anyway) can go full Rapha for a fraction of the usual price, since the small sizes are always on sale.
Bough a purple rapha logo t shirt in size Large...but it is a womans shaped top...noted the purple t shirt but not that it was a ladies shape.
Bought a a cycling skinsuit thing suspect that is ladies too
(https://www.picclickimg.com/d/l400/pict/323916326337_/2018-Commonwealth-Games-Team-England-road-skinsuit-New.jpg)
Post by: rogerzilla on 13 June, 2021, 03:33:18 pm
50g of 1.6µ PTFE powder.You know that won't get stuck in the post.
Post by: T42 on 13 June, 2021, 03:43:33 pm
50g of 1.6µ PTFE powder.You know that won't get stuck in the post.
Might slip off the back of the lorry though.
Post by: rogerzilla on 13 June, 2021, 07:09:38 pm
Post by: Ashaman42 on 17 June, 2021, 11:46:21 am
Considered a RoadCruiser Plus instead as it was a tenner cheaper and is still a notch of protection more than the current tyre but eh. It would be a less stodgy ride but then I've got the motor helping anyway so...
I've ordered now anyway so I should stop second guesing my decision :facepalm:
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 21 June, 2021, 07:12:39 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 03 August, 2021, 11:26:57 am
(https://www.colyfordcycles.uk/images/RALEIGH/BOSRRPSV36.jpg)
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 11 August, 2021, 09:40:20 am
(https://static.thcdn.com/images/large/webp/productimg/1600/1600/11577994-7904537999274940.jpg)
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 11 August, 2021, 10:19:31 am
Having ridden a bike a grand total of twice(!) this year, the last thing I need is more cycling kit. But...shiny pretty shoes. And they were on sale. :facepalm:
(https://www.colyfordcycles.uk/images/RALEIGH/BOSRRPSV36.jpg)
Alas, they did not fit. I hate cycling shoes. Why do none of the pretty ones ever fit me? :'(
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 11 August, 2021, 05:44:49 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 11 August, 2021, 05:46:35 pm
Buy some shoes that fit then stick shiny stuff on. Then get out more.
I already did that, sort of, with my existing pair and a bottle of shiny purple paint! ;D
Post by: Kim on 11 August, 2021, 06:00:51 pm
[1] Which around here seems to include: Moving the wheeliebins to get the bike out of the house; stopping on actually-not-that-dry gravel; being forced to the side of a lane by someone in a wankpanzer or - on a bad day - unfortunately positioned horse poo.
Post by: Nick H. on 11 August, 2021, 06:21:05 pm
Post by: Canardly on 12 August, 2021, 09:28:10 am
Post by: Karla on 12 August, 2021, 09:45:47 am
I bought a bike - a proper weight weenie special, 300 grams under the UCI limit. It was a very rash raid of my pension because I live on the 3rd floor and want a bike which is easy to carry up stairs. This sounds mad, I know. I already have a very nice bike which weighs 25 lbs. But I'm trying to recover from ME/CFS and doing a terrible job of it. I have assorted mental blocks about putting things off, not looking after myself, doing too much exercise, or too little....aah fuck it. And being a shopaholic and a kit whore (as Charlotte once described me) I bought a lonely Parlee Zero which a dentist has hardly ridden. He said it had 600 km on it, and I believe him. It's got Sram Red Etap, Lightweight Meilensteins and carbon everywhere, and cost £15 grand new. I paid £3600. Which is mad, but also perfectly sane and sensible.
That's an eminently sensible reason for buying a light bike. Congratulations on the new steed, may it be a long and sordid affair between you!
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 28 August, 2021, 07:40:37 pm
IRL I bought an eight speed chain and 2-bolt seat post for £25 incl p&p
Post by: Nick H. on 01 September, 2021, 06:01:31 pm
Thank you! I'm loving it so far. Ridden it four times, total mileage 30. Which is a huge step for me. Such an amazing bit of kit.....like a magic carpet. The next step is to put my secret 80mm wheels on it. :PI bought a bike - a proper weight weenie special, 300 grams under the UCI limit. It was a very rash raid of my pension because I live on the 3rd floor and want a bike which is easy to carry up stairs. This sounds mad, I know. I already have a very nice bike which weighs 25 lbs. But I'm trying to recover from ME/CFS and doing a terrible job of it. I have assorted mental blocks about putting things off, not looking after myself, doing too much exercise, or too little....aah fuck it. And being a shopaholic and a kit whore (as Charlotte once described me) I bought a lonely Parlee Zero which a dentist has hardly ridden. He said it had 600 km on it, and I believe him. It's got Sram Red Etap, Lightweight Meilensteins and carbon everywhere, and cost £15 grand new. I paid £3600. Which is mad, but also perfectly sane and sensible.
That's an eminently sensible reason for buying a light bike. Congratulations on the new steed, may it be a long and sordid affair between you!
Post by: andyoxon on 03 October, 2021, 03:25:30 pm
(https://www.cateye.com/intl/products/data/images/bm45_01.png)
Post by: T42 on 06 October, 2021, 10:19:48 am
Post by: ElyDave on 06 October, 2021, 11:11:21 am
Post by: TimC on 06 October, 2021, 12:39:24 pm
Post by: hatler on 06 October, 2021, 12:51:26 pm
(https://content.mtbr.com/channels/mtbreview/images/products/large/product_419930_45352.jpg)
Post by: rogerzilla on 17 October, 2021, 07:43:53 am
I think I might never see this one, but it was worth a punt. Ebay, so totally safe if the seller won't ship.
Post by: De Sisti on 17 October, 2021, 08:15:17 am
Post by: rogerzilla on 17 October, 2021, 03:02:16 pm
I've just bought a 1964 Moulton Speed for £70 and £3.20 postage. The alloy mudguards alone make it worth having.It was a newbie mistake, of course. I said he can ship it (he'll still make money) or issue a refund. No response yet. I would rather like it.
I think I might never see this one, but it was worth a punt. Ebay, so totally safe if the seller won't ship.
Post by: rogerzilla on 20 October, 2021, 02:56:16 pm
It's a 1964 riveted Speed with all its original bits, apparently bought new from Harrods. It's in a sorry state but certainly salvageable. Also has a Dynohub and he threw in a rear bag which is probably worth the selling price alone.
The stem isn't seized. Phew.
Post by: rogerzilla on 03 November, 2021, 08:39:48 pm
Post by: T42 on 04 November, 2021, 02:43:50 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 11 November, 2021, 05:54:24 pm
Unless something goes horribly wrong with the Speed parts I've sent for rechroming, I'll keep this one intact, give it an overhaul, and sell it to someone who will appreciate it and not just break it up for profit. I'm only paying what the bag and bell are worth! A Deluxe isn't a keeper for me as they're too damn heavy - pushing 40lb.
Post by: De Sisti on 11 November, 2021, 07:47:27 pm
Garmin Edge 1030 Plus (to replace the faulty Edge Touring Plus, and it's replacement, an 830,
which I found too small, and returned for a refund).
Cost me £363.98 (after the 30% discount Garmin offered me).
https://www.garmin.com/en-GB/p/704417 (https://www.garmin.com/en-GB/p/704417)
(https://static.garmincdn.com/en/products/010-02424-10/v/cf-lg-ff7a4b0f-1fc2-42e8-843b-3e3f796b0c7e.jpg)
Post by: Tim Hall on 13 November, 2021, 04:10:31 pm
Post by: T42 on 29 November, 2021, 02:19:59 pm
Derailleur is 2nd hand unused, and I hope the fellow I bought it from is honest and actually sends it.
Post by: sg37409 on 29 November, 2021, 11:27:53 pm
Post by: De Sisti on 30 November, 2021, 07:24:06 am
(https://images-eu.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/31zu3Ox25hL._SY300_QL70_.jpg)
[Edit: Due to its 'stepped' splines, the hub could not accept the Ultegra 12-27 cassette
I wanted to use, so I sold it back to the seller and bought a 105 5800 rear hub instead].
Post by: trundle on 03 December, 2021, 11:21:27 am
I know triples are heavy - but they completely suit my riding and speed.
If I can get another set at a good price, I'll downgrade the Elan to Sora too: Then both bikes can share parts.
Post by: chrisbainbridge on 11 December, 2021, 10:20:40 am
Why do I need those you ask?
Why for my new Project One trek Domane which arrived yesterday 😀😀😀
Post by: rogerzilla on 12 December, 2021, 05:31:56 pm
Post by: davelodwig on 05 February, 2022, 09:00:13 pm
A Raleigh stride 2 cargo bike, for my wife (and let's be honest me), bought for baby shuttling duties.
We'll I've put the order in and the shop is waiting for the baby seat to arrive mid-week time before I can pick it up.
Must be testament to how certain they can sell it if I don't collect on the basis of they didn't want a deposit, just pay the full whack on collection.
Post by: andyoxon on 06 February, 2022, 07:53:25 pm
https://www.sealskinz.com/products/waterproof-all-weather-head-gaitor
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0421/0589/7109/products/Sealskinz_161000310001_WaterproofAllWeatherHeadGaitor_Black1_1024x1024@2x.jpg?v=1628859873)
Post by: T42 on 03 March, 2022, 04:10:31 pm
Getting old is a bitch, and an expensive bitch at that.
Post by: sg37409 on 08 March, 2022, 10:07:05 pm
Post by: chrisbainbridge on 08 March, 2022, 10:15:33 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 15 March, 2022, 11:04:04 am
Post by: robgul on 15 March, 2022, 01:41:58 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 15 March, 2022, 08:48:21 pm
Will build it up from bits I have in my shed, plus some off the shelf. Intent is to have it ready for a summer holiday tour of some kind.
Post by: T42 on 05 April, 2022, 10:58:44 am
Post by: Pingu on 05 April, 2022, 06:11:58 pm
HB tape & a bunch of summer socks. Most of my existing ones have holey toes. No harm to them, some are old enough to vote.
With their feet?
Post by: TPMB12 on 05 April, 2022, 06:30:41 pm
Plus van towbar, 4 bike carrier, van awning, etc! Why does every family holiday cost so much in new kit? That's with me being reserved and resisting a lot of additional purchases I need for the trip!
Post by: Andy W on 05 April, 2022, 07:39:05 pm
It's replacing a 15 year old Fizic Arionne that's worn out. Just fitted it, will test ride it tomorrow.
Very different to any other saddle I've had.
Post by: T42 on 07 April, 2022, 10:34:25 am
HB tape & a bunch of summer socks. Most of my existing ones have holey toes. No harm to them, some are old enough to vote.
With their feet?
Nailed it.
Post by: rafletcher on 01 May, 2022, 04:40:16 pm
And an eBay special additional bracket for the other bike.
Post by: Canardly on 01 May, 2022, 08:56:05 pm
Post by: TimO on 11 May, 2022, 10:09:28 pm
Post by: Deano on 13 May, 2022, 10:17:47 am
Three sets of Time Atac cleats also on order.
Post by: Ashaman42 on 13 May, 2022, 10:22:35 am
Which is a bit annoying.
Post by: ElyDave on 15 May, 2022, 07:33:22 am
The shedde is now stacked with boxes of bits waiting for something to be attached to. [Impatiently taps fingers]
Post by: chrisbainbridge on 15 May, 2022, 07:38:31 pm
I'm trying to buy some GP5000s in the 32mm flavour but so far I haven't found any in stock.I think I bought the last 2 in the country!
Which is a bit annoying.
Post by: andyoxon on 16 May, 2022, 05:57:51 pm
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52076944357_b146a393d5.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nkRXdZ)PXL_DPm (https://flic.kr/p/2nkRXdZ) by a oxon (https://www.flickr.com/photos/145942400@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: rogerzilla on 21 May, 2022, 01:43:20 pm
*an attempt to build a 20lb Moulton F-frame. Obviously, the job starts with a hacksaw. Coaster brake, because it's way lighter than a S/S hub + freewheel + brake caliper + brake lever + cabling. 20 spoke wheels. Carbon bars.
Post by: andyoxon on 30 May, 2022, 02:19:57 pm
We'll see. Update. https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=123174.msg2726767#msg2726767
(https://contents.mediadecathlon.com/p1600530/k$f35fff04af31bc4d67e3c5d5bb80519b/sq/rc520-leather-lace-up-road-cycling-shoes-black.jpg?format=auto&f=969x969)
Post by: MattH on 03 June, 2022, 06:34:33 pm
And, something I see as a bit of an achievement, a track pump, a small pump, a multitool, some allen keys, a couple of tubes and some brake pads for youngest offspring, who has never shown any interest in bike maintenance before - but as he's living away from home now doing his Masters degree, and the bike is his only means of transport, he's decided it would be a good idea to learn how to keep it running.
Post by: T42 on 07 June, 2022, 12:55:37 pm
https://www.bikester.fr/red-cycling-products-front-loader-l-sacoche-de-guidon-M321144.html?vgid=G359324&cgid=37034
Decent front & side pockets and a central boxy one. Would be nicer if the boxy bit was lined with loopy Velcro but I might manage to finagle something - I've got a couple of unused camera bags. The map case is
Not bad for 21.99 €.
Post by: ElyDave on 07 June, 2022, 07:13:20 pm
Post by: robgul on 07 June, 2022, 07:25:16 pm
I have a bag that looks very much like that, would be the perfect size for a bar bag, only it not deigned to attach that way and a trial has suggested that it would be very floppy/flappy. Do you know if it's possible to but the klickfix system as a stand-alone to attach to a bag - I'd have no problem piercing the fabric, the bag is fairly cheap and owes me nothing
Pretty sure SJSC sell the KlikFix components as spares/replacements
Post by: CarlF on 07 June, 2022, 07:45:44 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 07 June, 2022, 08:01:45 pm
Post by: robgul on 07 June, 2022, 09:16:17 pm
came across that one myself, looks the job. Though looking at some of the fabric bikepacking efforts, velcro, elastic cords and straps might also do the job. Might have a think and look in my odds and sods boxes first
You could also buy a cheap basket from Halfords and throw away the basket part - the last one I saw had a usable plate/clamp to cobble a handlebar bag
Post by: T42 on 09 June, 2022, 12:53:16 pm
Post by: lissotriton on 09 June, 2022, 08:51:46 pm
Hopefully a bit faster/comfier/more reliable than the cheapy old CST tyres that were on my road bike. Ready for a duathlon next week.
Post by: Feanor on 09 June, 2022, 09:03:04 pm
So I drowned my old Garmin Edge 800 (which I may yet fix), but bought a new 830 for an upcoming 1200k.
This supports the newish Garmin hotshoe-type external battery pack, so I thought I'd go down that route rather than usb-charging on the go.
This requires a special Garmin 1/4 turn mount to connect them together; the GPS on top, and the battery pack below.
I'm running aero-bars, so the out-front mount that comes with the devices is no good.
I need to buy the aero-bar version of this. Fine.
Only it turns out the aero bars I have are the Wrong Thickness for this mount; they are too fat.
So today's purchase was a set of Zipp Vuka bars to replace them with!
All installed and working now!
Post by: Pingu on 09 June, 2022, 10:05:11 pm
Post by: Feanor on 09 June, 2022, 10:42:39 pm
Better not swallow any flies, then.
I'm keeping a careful eye on the horses.
Post by: ElyDave on 11 June, 2022, 12:34:28 pm
I have a bag that looks very much like that, would be the perfect size for a bar bag, only it not deigned to attach that way and a trial has suggested that it would be very floppy/flappy. Do you know if it's possible to but the klickfix system as a stand-alone to attach to a bag - I'd have no problem piercing the fabric, the bag is fairly cheap and owes me nothing
well, after all that faffing and fiddling, i managed to fit it to the bars in an acceptable manner using a few velcro and webbing straps I found lurking in spares boxes. Only problem was, the top zip opening is too small for the route book for the KAW, and if I wiggle it through, the bag is not deep enough.
It would be a great bag and both my audax sentiments and parsimony congratulate me, but it just doesn't quite work. Back to the drawing board I guess.
Post by: rogerzilla on 13 June, 2022, 10:29:13 am
Post by: De Sisti on 13 June, 2022, 02:03:32 pm
https://www.millets.co.uk/15908941/kmc-chains-x9-bike-chain-15908941 (https://www.millets.co.uk/15908941/kmc-chains-x9-bike-chain-15908941)
(https://i1.adis.ws/i/jpl/bl_329909_a?fmt=webp&w=513&h=513&qlt=50)
Post by: robgul on 13 June, 2022, 07:10:02 pm
Four KMC X9 chains.
https://www.millets.co.uk/15908941/kmc-chains-x9-bike-chain-15908941 (https://www.millets.co.uk/15908941/kmc-chains-x9-bike-chain-15908941)
(https://i1.adis.ws/i/jpl/bl_329909_a?fmt=webp&w=513&h=513&qlt=50)
That's not a bad price - but there do seem to be quite a few 8/9/10 KMX X chains around on ebay at very good prices, with post included - I bought a couple of 8 speed 2 weeks ago for £6.99 each!!
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 13 June, 2022, 08:32:42 pm
Post by: Hot Flatus on 13 June, 2022, 09:12:33 pm
Post by: robgul on 14 June, 2022, 07:28:02 am
Ebay is not the place to buy chains or bearings
In principle I would agree but the chains I bought were from one the reputable online cycling stores that also has an "ebay shop" - perhaps they got a "spot purchase deal"* ... and a look at the 3 chains I still have does suggest from both the link chamfer and packaging appear genuine.
* when I managed an LBS I'd sometimes get job-lot/end of line offers from pretty major suppliers (even Madison) for quantities of stuff at prices that were very competitive - usually things like inner tubes, brake blocks, cables and sometimes chains and even groupsets.
Post by: rogerzilla on 14 June, 2022, 04:01:20 pm
Post by: hellymedic on 14 June, 2022, 04:21:20 pm
It seems very clunky. The bike is mainly silver. I really don't understand the need for the wide props at the base of the struts.
Hope he can fit this monstrosity without issues!
Post by: Mr Larrington on 14 June, 2022, 05:47:21 pm
Post by: robgul on 14 June, 2022, 06:04:00 pm
Ebay is not the place to buy chains or bearings
In principle I would agree but the chains I bought were from one the reputable online cycling stores that also has an "ebay shop" - perhaps they got a "spot purchase deal"* ... and a look at the 3 chains I still have does suggest from both the link chamfer and packaging appear genuine.
* when I managed an LBS I'd sometimes get job-lot/end of line offers from pretty major suppliers (even Madison) for quantities of stuff at prices that were very competitive - usually things like inner tubes, brake blocks, cables and sometimes chains and even groupsets.
On the subject of chains I bought a couple (as part of an order for some other stuff for a customer, and it was convenient) from the cycle retailer in Bridgwater - SRAM 8 speed, nothing special . . . they arrived today in unbranded plastic bags with a magic link . . . . presumably they purchase chain on the roll and cut/package to make more money/get the price down?
Post by: Hot Flatus on 15 June, 2022, 07:32:21 pm
I had in mind the more anonymous ebay sellers. I first realised that chains were an issue when I noticed the ridiculously cheap Shimano 105/Ultegra 11sp chains on ebay. Also SKF bearings.
Post by: andrewc on 15 June, 2022, 07:45:52 pm
"A total of 6 chain breakages, missing my train & having to shell out £25 for a new ticket."
Post by: robgul on 15 June, 2022, 07:54:40 pm
Yes, true, there are a few decent ebay shops that offload old stock or end of line stuff.
I had in mind the more anonymous ebay sellers. I first realised that chains were an issue when I noticed the ridiculously cheap Shimano 105/Ultegra 11sp chains on ebay. Also SKF bearings.
A customer had an "incredibly cheap Shimano Ultegra chain from ebay" for me to fit to his bike a few weeks ago . . . . . . no idea whether it was genuine, have to say the box looked the part.
Post by: hellymedic on 15 June, 2022, 09:37:26 pm
If you mean the bottom ends of the struts have gert big chunks of metal on their inward sides, with the fixing bolt 'ole through the middle, 'tis to clear the caliper of a disc brake.
Makes sense!
Harrier has rim brakes.
D has fitted prop stand.
Methinks wider loaded bike width will reduce stability of bike when stand is used.
I've warned him, He says it topples a lot anyway.
Personally, I gae up prop stands a long time ago but D seems to like them (then get upset when loaded bike inevitably topples).
Can't imagine this toppling does the pannier rack any favours!
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 15 June, 2022, 09:45:48 pm
Post by: andrewc on 15 June, 2022, 09:46:58 pm
https://www.sjscycles.co.uk/accessories/pletscher-esge-ks13-multi-zoom-single-leg-propstand
Post by: robgul on 16 June, 2022, 07:40:57 am
Post by: Paul on 17 June, 2022, 04:01:03 pm
It'll be a bit of a project to build it up while I am off the bikes.
Post by: De Sisti on 17 June, 2022, 04:36:01 pm
Lots of braze-ons (but no pump peg!), raised head tube.It's possible to make a diy pump peg with a zip-tie fastened around the headtube (remembering
to cut off the excess once zip-tie has been tightened.
Post by: robgul on 17 June, 2022, 06:03:21 pm
Lots of braze-ons (but no pump peg!), raised head tube.It's possible to make a diy pump peg with a zip-tie fastened around the headtube (remembering
to cut off the excess once zip-tie has been tightened.
.... but that would be a crime on a Mercian . . .
Post by: Paul on 18 June, 2022, 03:46:53 pm
Indeed. But I’m just puzzled that the original owner had so much done to the frame, including fork braze-ons for bottle dynamo and light and a hole under the down tube just behind the head tube and another at the end of the non-drive side chain stay for (apparently) running a rear dynamo cable. Why, when going to that trouble, wouldn’t you fit a pump peg?Lots of braze-ons (but no pump peg!), raised head tube.It's possible to make a diy pump peg with a zip-tie fastened around the headtube (remembering
to cut off the excess once zip-tie has been tightened.
Post by: De Sisti on 18 June, 2022, 05:18:31 pm
It's only a (name on a) frame. ::-)Lots of braze-ons (but no pump peg!), raised head tube.It's possible to make a diy pump peg with a zip-tie fastened around the headtube (remembering
to cut off the excess once zip-tie has been tightened.
.... but that would be a crime on a Mercian . . .
Post by: SpaceBadger on 18 June, 2022, 08:21:30 pm
Post by: SpaceBadger on 18 June, 2022, 08:26:02 pm
Also bought a Unior bottom bracket tool, which is very nice and doesn’t slip.
Post by: Paul on 21 June, 2022, 03:12:30 pm
I have bought a second Mercian. This one is a King of Mercia, 531 comp-tubed F&F (plus headset and seat pin). It's a very nice example, 1994. The paintwork is in reasonable condition; lovely red with a white head tube and white bands on the seat tube. Gold lug-lining. Lots of braze-ons (but no pump peg!), raised head tube.(https://i.imgur.com/j4jm6Nl.jpg)
It'll be a bit of a project to build it up while I am off the bikes.
Post by: Kim on 22 June, 2022, 01:00:25 am
Indeed. But I’m just puzzled that the original owner had so much done to the frame, including fork braze-ons for bottle dynamo and light and a hole under the down tube just behind the head tube and another at the end of the non-drive side chain stay for (apparently) running a rear dynamo cable. Why, when going to that trouble, wouldn’t you fit a pump peg?
Because your preferred flavour of pump isn't peggable? Not sure what choice of pumps there was in the mid-90s, the ones I owned were peggable and crap.
Post by: Paul on 22 June, 2022, 07:05:21 am
Post by: rogerzilla on 23 June, 2022, 06:20:39 pm
Post by: andyoxon on 12 July, 2022, 09:29:38 am
Post by: Pedaldog. on 11 August, 2022, 09:53:45 pm
Post by: JellyLegs on 11 August, 2022, 10:35:56 pm
Post by: Kim on 11 August, 2022, 10:52:06 pm
Post by: BrianI on 12 August, 2022, 09:40:58 am
:thumbsup:
https://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/HBOOOGV2/on-one-og-v2-handlebar
I really should think about getting the dura ace bar end shifters (plus thumb shifter conversion brackets) up for sale soon, as my drop bar days are gone now.
Post by: De Sisti on 12 August, 2022, 04:36:12 pm
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B092QKNN8M/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B092QKNN8M/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/6159bNPQZEL._AC_SL1000_.jpg (https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/6159bNPQZEL._AC_SL1000_.jpg)
* Yes, I know the advert says '1 pair', but my eyes were drawn to the image. :-)
Post by: andyoxon on 16 August, 2022, 09:40:06 am
(https://www.wigglestatic.com/product-media/101736662/prod179551_Silver%20-%20Black_NE_01.jpg?w=430&h=430&a=7)
Post by: Jurek on 17 August, 2022, 02:16:01 pm
They arrived today.
So that's a win :thumbsup:
Post by: Gattopardo on 22 August, 2022, 02:28:23 am
(https://i.imgur.com/hjBwGHg.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/GrNJvBn.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/UGV7y91.jpg)
Post by: Kim on 07 September, 2022, 06:22:41 pm
Post by: T42 on 17 September, 2022, 11:20:18 am
Post by: Kim on 29 September, 2022, 12:04:07 am
Suspect I'm at the tail end of the bathtub curve for many components... (New BB cured the mystery noise, for those keeping track.)
Post by: T42 on 29 September, 2022, 08:40:09 am
Post by: chrisbainbridge on 29 September, 2022, 01:06:29 pm
Post by: De Sisti on 29 September, 2022, 01:15:57 pm
(https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-ubg9970srq/images/stencil/1280x1280/products/190/1598/080H503AHC001_NOVUS_ENDURANCE_TM_SUPERFLOW_S_S3_THREE_QUARTER__53463.1658483441.jpg?c=1)
Will probably buy another two, and then have three of these to sell.
https://www.spacycles.co.uk/m18b0s81p1089/SAN-MARCO-Rolls (https://www.spacycles.co.uk/m18b0s81p1089/SAN-MARCO-Rolls)
(https://www.spacycles.co.uk/smsimg/99/1089-3104-main-rolls-99.jpg)
Post by: Kim on 23 January, 2023, 07:27:39 pm
Mystery pothole-induced twanging noise on a ride last week turned out to be the bottle cage suffering metal fatigue. Impressively it didn't eject the bottle.
It turns out that the proximity of the bottle cage bosses to the lowrider rack on the Streetmachine makes it surprisingly fussy about geometry. Of the various bottle cages I had to hand, only one actually fit, and it sticks out quite a lot in a way that would be suboptimal for my habit of sticking my rolled-up waterproof jacket in there when touring.
On a hunch, I paid a visit to Halfords and discovered that their basic £5 bottle cages were a perfect match for the broken one, which I think I may have bought for my folding BSO when I lived in That London, so I bought two. And a couple of gear cables and a big tub of Sweafega (which has been out of stock in most places locally since the start of the pandemic) for good measure.
Interesting to note that the Silly Oak Halfrauds is now 50% cycling (mostly for adults, including a respectable number of e-bikes), with the car stuff being mostly the sort of tools and consumables that people actually go to Halfords for. Very little in the way of car audio or trailer/caravan accessories, which used to take up half the shop.
The Maplin next door is still looking tragic.
In other Silly Oak retail news, I stopped at M&S to buy some lactose-free milk, and noted that the recent installation of a drive-through Scottish Restaurant has resulted in the permanent removal of the cycle racks that used to be where the exit road now is. However, they have installed a row of cute little BMX-sized[1] McSheffield Stands nearby.
[1] It was too cold and my infrastructure accessibility audit tape measure was in another bag, but I'm reasonably sure they're intentionally smaller in all dimensions, rather than surface-mount stands buried in 6" of tarmac like they did at Mordor Central.
Post by: trundle on 25 February, 2023, 09:56:33 am
I bought the lightweight Carridace audax bag (440g rather than 640g). The shame!
I'm even going to attach it directly without the quick release frame. Which saves 550g in total.
SJS cycles have very good prices for Carradice luggage at the moment.
Post by: Kim on 13 April, 2023, 01:03:35 am
Post by: Duckfoot1606 on 13 April, 2023, 05:16:42 am
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Post by: JefO on 13 April, 2023, 11:26:48 pm
They are really lovely things, I can appreciate them even though I am not a speed demon.
Scribe Pace.
They are perfect for my entry level aluminium road bike.
The 18mm internal width, 31mm depth rim should be strong enough to stay the right shape even under my bulky physique!
Gone with 25mm Conti GP5000s to be in keeping with the lightweight theme. These were a tight fit, but they went on without using tyre levers. The clearly marked "11 speed" freehub accepted the 9 speed cassette without any spacers, and I am not sure why some need spacers and some don't.
Yet to actually fit them to the bike.
Went for a lovely ride on my heavy winter bike this evening. Couldn't help wondering how much faster I will be when I go out on the road bike with its bling wheels!
Post by: De Sisti on 14 April, 2023, 07:55:57 am
Still waiting on the delivery of a Campag Record 10s front derailleur (28.6 clamp). I have the Polish postal tracking number for the item. Their tracking page and the UK Post Office tracking page have not been updated since Fri 31st March.
Probably still in customs. Grrrr!
Post by: mcshroom on 21 April, 2023, 11:37:54 am
They're going on a new (to me) Spa Wayfarer frameset that arrived yesterday. Now to find all the bits to build it up in the loft/shed.
I also have to decide whether to set it up as 3x8 with R2030 levers, 3x10 with Tiagra 4603 levers, or 3x8 with bar end levers and RL-520 brakes. If the brakes aren't road pull, then that will make the decision simpler I suppose.
Post by: De Sisti on 21 April, 2023, 04:52:56 pm
Ebay purchaseThis one arrived, but as it was 'vintage' pre-2000 didn't work on my 2008 Centaur levers.
Still waiting on the delivery of a Campag OR (as in off-road) front derailleur (28.6 clamp). I have the Polish postal tracking number for the item. Their tracking page and the UK Post Office tracking page have not been updated since Fri 31st March.
Probably still in customs. Grrrr!
I did manage to source (locally) an appropriate front derailleur for my bike, which has been fitted
and works perfectly.
Post by: De Sisti on 12 May, 2023, 03:25:42 pm
https://bikeiowa.store/products/pogielites (https://bikeiowa.store/products/pogielites)
* That is not my bike below.
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0165/4852/products/20230214_120317_720x.jpg?v=1676655402)
Post by: JefO on 12 May, 2023, 06:45:48 pm
Treating my 4 year old CX bike to a new rim. Hopefully I will be less close to (over) the weight limit for this new wheel build!
Post by: sam on 12 May, 2023, 06:51:35 pm
Was given some lovely wheels. Nothing in life is free, so I guess I bought them.
This is a great opener. Any desire to elaborate?
Post by: JefO on 12 May, 2023, 07:31:49 pm
Was given some lovely wheels. Nothing in life is free, so I guess I bought them.
This is a great opener. Any desire to elaborate?
It's all about give and take. I was just suggesting that to fit with the subject line, gifted items were also bought, although paying for gifts may not necessarily be with a fixed amount of money.
Post by: JefO on 23 May, 2023, 08:12:42 pm
Bought some silver stainless 292mm J bend, double butted (2mm, 1.65mm, 2mm) spokes, hex headed spoke nipples and a 5.5mm (!) nut spinner.
Treating my 4 year old CX bike to a new rim. Hopefully I will be less close to (over) the weight limit for this new wheel build!
The spoke supplier that everyone raves about let me down. Never been so badly let down, because rather than saying "We can't deliver what you ordered.", they waited virtually a week for me to email them and say "What has happened to my order?"
In disgust I cancelled the order and bought from two separate suppliers on ebay. The cost of two lots on ebay was the same as the one lot from the 'famous' supplier. The quickest supplier helped me out and supplied the goods to my door within two working days.
Very pleased with the result...
(https://scontent.fltn4-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/347231806_135576192858546_6657043937958339926_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=8bfeb9&_nc_ohc=BNEpJr_P_oMAX-didbC&_nc_ht=scontent.fltn4-1.fna&oh=00_AfDNJfb56K7pCOsvlbMQ29YafiWK1k_f6BVM3cyf5ydsRw&oe=6472BB6E)
Post by: rogerzilla on 02 June, 2023, 09:49:14 am
One new axle assembly is about £70 if the inner race is pitted, so fingers crossed.
Post by: Pingu on 02 June, 2023, 09:49:34 pm
Post by: andrewc on 02 June, 2023, 09:52:09 pm
Post by: JefO on 03 June, 2023, 10:25:45 pm
So today, I bought 2 chains from Hopkinsons. ( <£13 each )
Post by: andrewc on 11 June, 2023, 11:00:11 am
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 12 June, 2023, 05:43:09 am
Post by: T42 on 12 June, 2023, 07:29:44 am
Post by: MattH on 12 June, 2023, 07:42:39 am
Post by: T42 on 12 June, 2023, 07:49:08 am
ebay can be a good place to find o rings in whatever size and material you like, as long as you can measure what you have. I've picked up all sorts of obscure sizes there for stuff where manufacturers don't have a spare.
Point. I've been looking at dealers, who just want to sell you another pump. Well that worked, but I'll still try and restore the old one. The new one's coming express since I need it before I can ride again.
Post by: MattH on 12 June, 2023, 08:04:59 am
Post by: T42 on 12 June, 2023, 09:37:55 am
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 12 June, 2023, 09:41:18 am
ebay can be a good place to find o rings in whatever size and material you like, as long as you can measure what you have. I've picked up all sorts of obscure sizes there for stuff where manufacturers don't have a spare.
Point. I've been looking at dealers, who just want to sell you another pump. Well that worked, but I'll still try and restore the old one. The new one's coming express since I need it before I can ride again.
This sort of thing?
https://www.swinnertoncycles.co.uk/topeak-pump-road-morph-rebuild-kit-p86960
Post by: T42 on 12 June, 2023, 10:32:43 am
ebay can be a good place to find o rings in whatever size and material you like, as long as you can measure what you have. I've picked up all sorts of obscure sizes there for stuff where manufacturers don't have a spare.
Point. I've been looking at dealers, who just want to sell you another pump. Well that worked, but I'll still try and restore the old one. The new one's coming express since I need it before I can ride again.
This sort of thing?
https://www.swinnertoncycles.co.uk/topeak-pump-road-morph-rebuild-kit-p86960
Yebbut not with 25€ priority delivery, 11-16 working days. However, I've found the same thing in Germany. I was about to raid my stock of cold-water washers.
And in other news, just as I was fiddling with the pump my back tyre suddenly went pheeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeew. Inspected, rim tape displaced and exposing spoke heads. Self-adhesive rim tape at that. Managed to unstick it and heave it back over the holes, but there's the odd wrinkle so I'm off to Decathlon to get some new stuff. Heigh ho.
Post by: Woofage on 13 June, 2023, 04:16:05 pm
Post by: Kim on 13 June, 2023, 06:23:05 pm
A new helmet. Mine was so grotty after a hot ride on Sunday morning that I thought I should clean it. Then I noticed a crack ::-).
That means it saved your life.
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 19 June, 2023, 12:59:52 pm
Post by: JefO on 19 June, 2023, 06:11:07 pm
The Tektro's that are on it are going on a steel bike from 1958. Not sure about that yet.
Post by: T42 on 30 June, 2023, 09:44:14 am
Delivery mid-July, since although it's designed by a local firm they get them built in the Lustrous Orient and it's still on that there slow boat.
Post by: Mr Larrington on 30 June, 2023, 02:09:14 pm
Post by: JefO on 30 June, 2023, 06:02:47 pm
Post by: Pingu on 12 July, 2023, 10:57:17 pm
Post by: De Sisti on 13 July, 2023, 08:24:59 am
I actually like the bar end oneshttps://www.tredz.co.uk/.Cateye-BM45-Bar-End-Mirror_84534.htm (https://www.tredz.co.uk/.Cateye-BM45-Bar-End-Mirror_84534.htm)
(https://tredz.azureedge.net/prodimg/84534-279776_1_Supersize.jpg)
Post by: T42 on 13 July, 2023, 08:36:09 am
Meanwhile I have taken possession of one of they Tyre Glider doodahs. Haven't yet had the courage to use it but I've got a candidate waiting.
Post by: robgul on 13 July, 2023, 10:29:41 am
That ^^^ is not real, the bike's clean.
Meanwhile I have taken possession of one of they Tyre Glider doodahs. Haven't yet had the courage to use it but I've got a candidate waiting.
Be interested in a future report on the Tyre Glider gadget . . . my current weapons of choice should the digital approach (fingers only!) not work are Park Tool plastic tyre levers and the BBB "plier" tool to refit the tyre
Post by: De Sisti on 13 July, 2023, 11:02:24 am
I have read that the earlier (blue) versions were liable to snap (in some circumstances) and theThat ^^^ is not real, the bike's clean.
Meanwhile I have taken possession of one of they Tyre Glider doodahs. Haven't yet had the courage to use it but I've got a candidate waiting.
Be interested in a future report on the Tyre Glider gadget . . . my current weapons of choice should the digital approach (fingers only!) not work are Park Tool plastic tyre levers and the BBB "plier" tool to refit the tyre
2.0 (red) version were slightly beefier.
Post by: T42 on 13 July, 2023, 12:51:54 pm
Post by: T42 on 13 July, 2023, 02:29:29 pm
That ^^^ is not real, the bike's clean.
Meanwhile I have taken possession of one of they Tyre Glider doodahs. Haven't yet had the courage to use it but I've got a candidate waiting.
Be interested in a future report on the Tyre Glider gadget . . . my current weapons of choice should the digital approach (fingers only!) not work are Park Tool plastic tyre levers and the BBB "plier" tool to refit the tyre
Stick to your levers.
To remove the tyre (Schwalbe Durano 25mm foldable on an old Mavic Ksyrium wheel) I had to use a plastic lever to get enough slack in the bead to get the TG's "foot" under the bead; and once it's under and pulled down perpendicular to the rim it needs more strength than I have to "glide" it sideways against the cling of the rubber and the friction of the rim. 3 levers did the job much more easily.
To put the tyre back I pushed 2/3 of it on by hand then inserted the TG's hooky bit over the rim and pushed it sideways. Same problem again: rubber cling + friction = enormous force required. Maybe with oodles of talc it'd work but I don't carry talc on rides.
I'm writing the TG off against the education budget.
Post by: chrisbainbridge on 13 July, 2023, 02:30:40 pm
Post by: T42 on 13 July, 2023, 03:30:26 pm
Post by: T42 on 26 July, 2023, 02:50:13 pm
Just tried it. I reckon I was overcharged by ~50%. Although when it's not clamped to a valve it blows air like a good'un, when it's on the valve you can't tell whether the air's going into the tyre or just increasing the pressure in the hose. And when I released the lever it gave me a villainous crack on the index fingernail.
Oh well.
Post by: robgul on 28 July, 2023, 09:01:59 pm
Post by: Kim on 29 July, 2023, 01:16:26 am
Post by: JellyLegs on 06 August, 2023, 04:37:55 pm
Post by: JefO on 06 August, 2023, 06:03:56 pm
A 35mm M5 hex bolt. A small but very important purchase after my saddle clamp bolt sheared with an impressive bang as I went to stand up on a steep bit in the Forest of Bowland this morning on day 1 of my hols. Saddle and saddlebag, bits of clamp, barrel nut and sheared bolt went shooting off across the road in many directions. Luckily I found all the important bits and used a zip tie to bodge enough of a repair to get me home.
Somehow, I am not surprised, that an M5 bolt lets go, big time, with all that lot depending on it. Or have I mis-read your post Jelly?
Post by: Andy W on 06 August, 2023, 06:27:42 pm
Post by: JellyLegs on 06 August, 2023, 06:56:44 pm
A 35mm M5 hex bolt. A small but very important purchase after my saddle clamp bolt sheared with an impressive bang as I went to stand up on a steep bit in the Forest of Bowland this morning on day 1 of my hols. Saddle and saddlebag, bits of clamp, barrel nut and sheared bolt went shooting off across the road in many directions. Luckily I found all the important bits and used a zip tie to bodge enough of a repair to get me home.
Somehow, I am not surprised, that an M5 bolt lets go, big time, with all that lot depending on it. Or have I mis-read your post Jelly?
Yes and no. The seat clamp has several M5 bolts clamping the saddle rails. It was one of those that let go as I shifted weight to stand up, sending two bits of the bolt, the barrel nut that it bolts to and part of the saddle clamp across the road. The saddle bag, containing minimal gear (tube, levers, multi tool and 2 now 1 zip ties) straps to the saddle rails and both saddle and saddlebag fell off as no longer clamped to the seat post. Thinking about it, by far the biggest load on that bolt was undoubtedly my arse pressing down on the saddle. ;D Having looked at the bolt, it was showing evidence of every one of the 9 years it has been getting wet and cruddy.
Post by: De Sisti on 23 August, 2023, 04:42:17 pm
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I bought a pair of these just over two years ago (inc postage from Spain) for £140.81. I recently noticed them on the same website for £105.97 (inc postage), so thought I had better buy them before they are out-of-stock, or Sidi stop making them.
*Shimano Alivio CS-HG400 9 Speed Cassette.
* ZTTO Derailleur Hanger Extender
Post by: JefO on 24 August, 2023, 10:40:10 pm
Off peak price. Hoping the weather is not too off peak!
Post by: robgul on 25 August, 2023, 07:53:29 am
Bought a midweek break in Suffolk, staying on a caravan site in a static. Gives us the perfect location to ride the Hase Pino to Minsmere one day, and Sutton Hoo another. So not really cycling stuff, but cycling related!
Off peak price. Hoping the weather is not too off peak!
And seeing as you're as near as there there - if you haven't been there go to Dunwich Beach and have fish and chips at the famed cafe . . . and download Brian Eno's Dunwich Beach track to get the whole romantic effect.
Post by: MikeFromLFE on 25 August, 2023, 07:55:28 am
The supplied gel Selle Royal was seriously uncomfortable so the granite like leather of the new one will be differently uncomfortable. I don't envisage using the bike for much more than shortish jaunts but even so the plastic fantastic supplied saddle had to go.
Can't fault the delivery time. Ordered Tuesday, delivered Friday.
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Post by: JefO on 29 August, 2023, 02:12:20 pm
Bought a midweek break in Suffolk, staying on a caravan site in a static. Gives us the perfect location to ride the Hase Pino to Minsmere one day, and Sutton Hoo another. So not really cycling stuff, but cycling related!
Off peak price. Hoping the weather is not too off peak!
And seeing as you're as near as there there - if you haven't been there go to Dunwich Beach and have fish and chips at the famed cafe . . . and download Brian Eno's Dunwich Beach track to get the whole romantic effect.
Visited Dunwich Beach just before the sunrise at the beginning of July this year. The cafe was a bit busy then, but I had a chat with a few of the guys (inc a gal) that I have ridden with previously while they had refreshments. I didn't fancy queueing at the time, but will return for a fish and chip lunch as you have recommended it. Will have a listen to the Eno track now. :thumbsup:
Post by: Adam on 01 September, 2023, 07:31:55 am
I drew up a list of requirements and narrowed it down to a Tern Verge after doing some test rides. I couldn't get the X11 version as no bike shops have it in stock, so made do with the P10.
https://www.ternbicycles.com/uk/bikes/472/verge-p10
The official Tern Cargo rack is also completely out of stock, but I've bought a Topeak rack which is very similar, which uses their MTX locking system for bags and has a lower rail for panniers.
The bike is lovely - very comfortable to handle, light and having hydraulic brakes stops instantly.
Post by: robgul on 01 September, 2023, 07:48:25 am
For the first time in 11 years, I've bought a new bike, as I needed a new folding bike. For years, I've been using a heavily modified original Bickerton with a proper stem & bars plus an 8 speed rear wheel, which was great around town but not so good for carrying easily removable luggage for train operated touring, which I'll be doing soon.
I drew up a list of requirements and narrowed it down to a Tern Verge after doing some test rides. I couldn't get the X11 version as no bike shops have it in stock, so made do with the P10.
https://www.ternbicycles.com/uk/bikes/472/verge-p10
The official Tern Cargo rack is also completely out of stock, but I've bought a Topeak rack which is very similar, which uses their MTX locking system for bags and has a lower rail for panniers.
The bike is lovely - very comfortable to handle, light and having hydraulic brakes stops instantly.
I assume you are aware that Mark Bickerton (son of the original Mr Bickerton) is MD at Tern in the UK - so some continuity with your old aluminium Bickerton.
When I was running an LBS we sold a lot of the Tern/Bickerton machines being reasonably priced and although large-ish for a folder they were a pleasure to ride with the larger than Brompton wheels.
Post by: Kim on 01 September, 2023, 12:49:21 pm
Post by: JefO on 02 September, 2023, 01:20:45 pm
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Post by: JefO on 07 September, 2023, 10:34:27 am
Bought a midweek break in Suffolk, staying on a caravan site in a static. Gives us the perfect location to ride the Hase Pino to Minsmere one day, and Sutton Hoo another. So not really cycling stuff, but cycling related!
Off peak price. Hoping the weather is not too off peak!
And seeing as you're as near as there there - if you haven't been there go to Dunwich Beach and have fish and chips at the famed cafe . . . and download Brian Eno's Dunwich Beach track to get the whole romantic effect.
Went to the cafe at Dunwich Beach. It was shut. Apparently they stop serving fish and chips at 2pm. Didn't stop us from having fun though. We tried to get fed at the Ship Inn too, but unless I wanted to ascend some stairs (gammy ankle and Hase Pino semi-recumbersome don't mix with stairs unless you are spectating) I could not eat outside anywhere I could view the bike. So with the sun descending we set off in the direction of our caravan site, and had a really splendid meal at the Crown in Westleton. Not cheap, but very fast service and I could see the bike while eating the beer battered haddock and beef dripping fried chips!
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 13 September, 2023, 03:56:21 pm
Post by: Ashaman42 on 13 September, 2023, 04:19:35 pm
I've been using a cheap single speed wheel as a stop gap. Since December. December 2021.
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Post by: teamerchant on 14 September, 2023, 10:23:03 am
Post by: Kim on 14 September, 2023, 03:17:55 pm
Post by: Regulator on 14 September, 2023, 03:39:26 pm
The new bike: (https://www.genesisbikes.co.uk/genesis-columbia-road-vargn21280)
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Post by: Auntie Helen on 14 September, 2023, 04:14:46 pm
I may have put down a deposit on some ORANGE bling, n-1+1=n, for the purposes of...recumbent bling?
Post by: Kim on 14 September, 2023, 04:20:32 pm
I may have put down a deposit on some ORANGE bling, n-1+1=n, for the purposes of...recumbent bling?
Indeed. I'm too colourblind to care about HPVelotechnik orange (which looks better than it used to anyway). The silver didn't appeal.
New bike will be a SMGTe with the posh suspension and a Rohloff. And an assortment of perfectly functional bits from the old bike, which offsets the Brexit tax somewhat.
(https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=126817.0 refers.)
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 14 September, 2023, 08:00:04 pm
Post by: Kim on 21 October, 2023, 01:04:41 am
Post by: JefO on 21 October, 2023, 10:16:44 pm
Wiggle helped me spend £420 on a new groupset, Fawkes Cycles sold me a really nice Deda Elementi steerer, Hopkinsons supplied me with a seat clamp bolt, some 9 speed chains and a threaded steerer headset, whilst Scribe Wheels have talked me into having some new tyres and TPU tubes fitted to the wheels I have had on order for a few weeks. The tyres are Gp5000s and they are costing the same as the cheapest suppliers I could find, at £120 for a 700x23c and a 700x25c including the tubes and fitting. Halfords had some pedals I thought I needed, but it turned out my grandson's bike didn't need a new pedal... tightening it onto the crank was all it needed.
I also bought three handlebar tape sets, and have fitted one.
Post by: Ruthie on 22 October, 2023, 09:26:18 am
I just hope both pairs have some mileage left because they are superb pedals. It’s such a shame they don’t make them anymore.
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 22 October, 2023, 09:31:03 am
Post by: Ruthie on 22 October, 2023, 04:15:02 pm
Frogs are still available. Cleats are in short supply though. I thought somebody would start 3D printing replacement cleats but I’ve not seen them yet.
I didn’t have any luck finding new Frogs, where are they available?
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 22 October, 2023, 06:40:39 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 24 October, 2023, 09:45:57 pm
Post by: JefO on 26 October, 2023, 08:24:47 pm
Second-hand, and only a couple of hundred yards walk to get it. £80 on FB marketplace.
Used it to hold my '58 Mercian steady while I re-cabled it, this afternoon.
Overpriced when new, but ok as a second-hand purchase, and while it is not as wonderful as I thought it might be, it worked without any drama.
Post by: Robh on 26 October, 2023, 11:45:37 pm
Not yet fitted, and not entirely sure how they'll suit me, tbh, but I'll give them a whirl. I think my biggest issue is, I had enough trouble getting the bar end plug in in the first place, I'm loath to remove it to fit a mirror and risk messing up the bar tape from the bottom up.
Post by: JefO on 27 October, 2023, 10:52:52 am
As a result, I have not refitted the handlebar end mirrors when I have done bar wraps recently.
Post by: rogerzilla on 28 October, 2023, 08:00:18 am
If that screw rounds out, you are in a world of pain, but I've done six or seven and not been foiled yet. 2BA Philips cheese head screws are extinct now, so I put 2BA Pozidriv screws in when I rebuild them. Pozi is much less likely to slip and round out.
Post by: JefO on 30 October, 2023, 06:22:10 pm
Post by: sam on 31 October, 2023, 11:09:02 pm
Post by: Afasoas on 12 November, 2023, 03:02:22 pm
I guess that makes it the £175 "Audax" bike.
Had to remind myself, several times, I was on a budget. I really wanted to get some slightly narrower drop bars as to get the position on the bike as close to the summer bike as possible.
If I managed to keep building up the miles, next year I might flirt with a dis[ck] brake compatible Ti frame.
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 19 November, 2023, 07:13:09 pm
Post by: Paul on 21 November, 2023, 02:02:20 pm
Post by: Kim on 21 November, 2023, 04:49:27 pm
I replaced the well worn cleats on my well worn shimano mt34 shoes, only to find that the new cleats sit proud of the remaining tread on the sole, affording little grip. So I bought a pair of these (https://www.halfords.com/cycling/cycling-clothing/cycling-shoes/ridge-leisure-cycle-shoes-45-231406.html?cm_mmc=Google+PLA-_-Cycling%3ECycling+Clothing%3ECycling+Shoes-_-Cycling%3ECycling+Clothing%3ECycling+Shoes-_-231406&_$ja=tsid:|cid:17640378686|agid:|tid:|crid:|nw:x|rnd:10804372230959516331|dvc:c|adp:|mt:|loc:1006674&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIrKjOxaDVggMVUpjVCh1ICgGXEAQYASABEgLgZPD_BwE).
Ah, good to see someone's still making vaguely normal MTB shoes.
Post by: Tim Hall on 21 November, 2023, 07:56:20 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 21 November, 2023, 09:40:56 pm
Post by: Snakehips on 22 November, 2023, 01:29:28 pm
Almost makes me wish I didn't already have a dumb trainer!
Post by: Kim on 22 November, 2023, 05:52:49 pm
my SQL Labs gloves
Databases, for the handling of?
Post by: JefO on 22 November, 2023, 10:30:19 pm
I bought one from Wiggle but it never arrived firstly they were unable to deliver it, then it was damaged in transit, and either Evri or Wiggle are mucking about, and neither is admitting it. Evri say I need to speak to Wiggle, and Wiggle say they are trying to find out what is going on from Evri.
More disappointingly, my package contained (at some stage) a nice little torque wrench and Allen bit set, and a chain tool.
Neither of which I really needed.
So really this could just as easily have landed in the shite courier thread or the tool junkie thread.
Post by: Paul on 23 November, 2023, 04:51:54 pm
I replaced the well worn cleats on my well worn shimano mt34 shoes, only to find that the new cleats sit proud of the remaining tread on the sole, affording little grip. So I bought a pair of these (https://www.halfords.com/cycling/cycling-clothing/cycling-shoes/ridge-leisure-cycle-shoes-45-231406.html?cm_mmc=Google+PLA-_-Cycling%3ECycling+Clothing%3ECycling+Shoes-_-Cycling%3ECycling+Clothing%3ECycling+Shoes-_-231406&_$ja=tsid:|cid:17640378686|agid:|tid:|crid:|nw:x|rnd:10804372230959516331|dvc:c|adp:|mt:|loc:1006674&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIrKjOxaDVggMVUpjVCh1ICgGXEAQYASABEgLgZPD_BwE).
I've done a review of them, here. (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=127409.msg2857538#msg2857538)
Post by: hubner on 09 December, 2023, 10:12:39 pm
Recent purchases going back a few months:
Sunrace 5 speed freewheel x10 (stocking up)
Vittoria latex tube x5
Feedback Sports Pro Ultralight workstand (£116)
Weldtite puncture kits
Topeak chain tool
Zefal toe straps
KMC X8 chain x4
Veloflex Corsa Evo 700x25 x3
Vittoria Corsa Graphene 2.0 700x25
Nervar 6 speed freewheel plus remover (Decathlon)
Earlier this year:
Zefal toe straps
Zefal HPX pump
Post by: JefO on 10 December, 2023, 01:13:10 am
It is a Town Mouse Light and runs off a removable 18350 Lithium cell. That is the best thing about the lamp, as other cells can be bought to extend the useable time of the lamp, which to my mind is a few hours short, at 5 hours on steady. It claims to do 16hours flashing, and I had misread the advert and thought it would run for 16hrs on steady. USB C lead will recharge the cell in situ. A rubberised seal should prevent water getting in the charge point, but the quality of the rubber seal is not great either, so it is only a matter of time before the charge point will become a failure point.
Will take pics if anyone is interested.
Post by: hubner on 10 December, 2023, 11:18:56 am
Post by: JefO on 10 December, 2023, 05:40:24 pm
Does it have a "shaped" beam, like a dynamo light?
Having been only up and down the road this evening to test it (and typically, the road is soaking wet, and very busy, so it was a total waste of time) I don't think the beam is particularly "cycling at night" oriented. You need to angle the lamp downwards slightly, the same as all normal lamps, to get a pool of light where you need it. The pattern is not a single splash of light though, as there are four LEDs visible, so I might be wrong. On steady may well use the LEDs which direct the light at the road, whereas flashing may be a more random scatter. The website says a lot without mentioning it, IIRC. If we get a dry evening, I will do another test.
Post by: SpaceBadger on 14 December, 2023, 07:29:43 am
It’s lovely, but I can't get past that it shouldn’t be needed. It’s what I pay frame and fork manufacturers for.
Post by: De Sisti on 14 December, 2023, 09:06:27 am
(I don't have carpets* in my house, so need something to dampen the noise the rollers make).
(*Only on the stairs).
Post by: Paul on 14 December, 2023, 09:23:19 am
A mat (https://www.planetx.co.uk/products/planet-x-deluxe-training-mat-920x1982x6mm-black?_pos=1&_sid=40a3e9bae&_ss=r) that I can put under my rollers when doing a session.
(I don't have carpets* in my house, so need something to dampen the noise the rollers make).
(*Only on the stairs).
I really thought the first set of brackets was going to finish: "...soak up the sweat"
Post by: Asterix, the former Gaul. on 15 December, 2023, 01:08:31 pm
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Post by: rogerzilla on 24 December, 2023, 08:05:07 am
Post by: trundle on 24 December, 2023, 09:33:55 pm
Post by: JefO on 28 December, 2023, 01:36:28 pm
The new bag is wide enough to prevent the saddle from getting scuffed when I lean the bike on brick walls etc.
It cost £12
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Post by: rogerzilla on 04 January, 2024, 09:43:50 pm
*the "classic" Oi bell lasts a few goes before the hammer spring bends plastically and it's scrap; the Deluxe has a much improved striker mechanism, yet they still sell the crap one alongside it
Post by: Kim on 09 February, 2024, 03:36:58 pm
Post by: Robh on 09 February, 2024, 04:13:05 pm
Post by: JefO on 09 February, 2024, 04:26:37 pm
Having tried cheap ones, decided to treat myself to something with hopefully less play in it, to meet the needs of 9,10,11,12 speed indexing.
Downloaded the ebay app onto my phone to get an extra fiver discount :)
Then deleted the app again, as I much prefer to use the laptop to do my purchases. Having both gets way too confusing for my 2-bit brain.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/305041153194
Post by: Afasoas on 12 February, 2024, 06:20:28 pm
They were only £14 a piece. My usual go to for this type of bike is Schwalbe Marathon Plus, but they are quite spendy now. These have reflective sidewalls and feature some degree of puncture protection. They have a semi-nobbles on the outer edges of the tread, every 2.5 cm or so but therwise look like a touring tyre. It will be interesting to find out whether those nobles make any difference on the loose surface cycle tracks around here, which I occasionally venture onto.
They look to have a 2018 date code making them 5, getting on for 6 years old. No signs of any dry rot on them. Presumably they were discontinued not too long after they were introduced, which is why eBay is the only place to procure them now.
That either means I got a genuine bargain (assuming I get some miles in before the dreaded dry rot sets in) or I've made a mistake and I'll be ponying up for the Schwalbe's faster than the dog woofs down his dinner.
I'm also pretty excited that some unused NOS 1995 Shimano Altus hubs turned up yesterday. I only needed an axle, but it was almost as cheap to buy these. Will hopefully mean I can get some new wheels built for the hybrid before I wear through it's rims or the spokes get too corroded. Suspect the grease in the freewheel is past it's best but I've done a couple hundred miles on the hybrid's 'cleaned and relubricated' freewheel and it's still engaging properly and fairly quiet when freewheeling.
Post by: JefO on 12 February, 2024, 07:12:27 pm
Park Tool DAG 3 ...
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/305041153194
It turned up at 9am today, I am over the moon with it. Superbly engineered.
Post by: campagman on 12 February, 2024, 09:04:53 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 12 February, 2024, 09:52:45 pm
https://www.sheldonbrown.com/carrababy.html
Post by: campagman on 13 February, 2024, 12:46:56 pm
There was a Lowsaddle Longflap too but they were noticeably smaller than a Nelson Longflap. A Camper Longflap is big enough to put a baby in, comfortably.Yes thank you,I do have a couple of Nelson's and one is a lowsaddle. They both look older than this one but could be used more. This bag is smaller than the Nelsons although looks similar, has side pockets and a longflap. The size of a Nelson hasn't changed over the years has it?
https://www.sheldonbrown.com/carrababy.html
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Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 13 February, 2024, 01:29:05 pm
https://carradice.co.uk/collections/originals/products/originals-lowsaddle-longflap-saddlebag
https://carradice.co.uk/collections/saddlebags/products/originals-nelson-longflap-saddlebag
Post by: sam on 13 February, 2024, 08:21:04 pm
One of those knock-off Knog Oi Deluxe* bells that's better made and 1/3 the price of the real thing.
I'm not a bell guy – "Hello!" is how I announce my presence to ramblers, dogs with human companions, and equestrians (https://www.notanothercyclingforum.net/index.php?topic=2562.0) – but I do quite like the look of that.
(https://i.imgur.com/qWyM61t.jpg)
on edit: admittedly this approach is much easier for country mice. The city is one big obstacle course, and frankly I just try to stay out of people's way.