Post by: gonzo on 13 July, 2008, 05:20:45 pm
Definitely a forumite as they shouted Gonz.
Post by: Torslanda on 13 July, 2008, 05:38:28 pm
luv'n'stuff
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Post by: rogerzilla on 13 July, 2008, 05:51:27 pm
Definitely a forumite as they shouted Gonz.Maybe you just look like a muppet. Or a Muppet ;)
Post by: Basil on 13 July, 2008, 09:22:47 pm
Post by: teethgrinder on 13 July, 2008, 10:58:05 pm
Post by: Valiant on 13 July, 2008, 11:08:08 pm
I spotted Valiant on friday night. He was heading back to our table with two frothing pints of ale. Wot a good egg. :thumbsup:
I noticed they did pickled eggs. I may have to go back up for one lol.
Post by: Riggers on 14 July, 2008, 12:48:19 pm
Post by: fiendish on 14 July, 2008, 01:14:11 pm
Post by: Chris N on 14 July, 2008, 01:18:30 pm
Post by: Vernon on 15 July, 2008, 07:39:39 am
Post by: Blah on 15 July, 2008, 09:18:22 am
Who did I see on a TT bike and tri-bars just outside Bath about an hour ago?
Definitely a forumite as they shouted Gonz.
't was me! Testing out my lovely new Hed Jet 60 c2. I am so not worthy of it, but it sounds nice and it's got a nice little turbo that kicks in at about 24mph.
Post by: gonzo on 15 July, 2008, 10:31:34 am
What was the frame?
Post by: Blah on 15 July, 2008, 11:48:28 am
I thought it was a very flashy bike that you were on!
What was the frame?
Not that flashy, it's an alloy Cervelo Dual. Got it secondhand on the bay and built it up from bits I got from all sorts of places. The front wheel and the tyres are the only new things on it.
I'm very happy with it though, it goes like stink.
Post by: clarion on 15 July, 2008, 03:35:51 pm
Post by: Zipperhead on 15 July, 2008, 04:07:37 pm
I'm hoping to spot some forumites in the middle of a park in SW London tomorrow evening :thumbsup:
Is it dogging night again so soon?
I must give the old tackle a scrub in preparation.
Post by: teethgrinder on 15 July, 2008, 08:09:39 pm
I must give the old tackle a scrub in preparation.
I think you'll find that the meeting location is called Spankers Hill. :P
Post by: Regulator on 15 July, 2008, 08:16:43 pm
I must give the old tackle a scrub in preparation.
I think you'll find that the meeting location is called Spankers Hill. :P
I'm sure Graham intends to 'spank the Bishop'.... ;)
Post by: Adam on 15 July, 2008, 08:23:21 pm
I was aspottyspottee in Dunstable today. I don't know who the spotter was though. But they lose points for being in their car when they could have been cycling in the sunshine. 8)
Guilty as charged M'Lud. In my defence, I was coming back from doing a car boot sale. Whilst I can get a certain amount of
Post by: Regulator on 15 July, 2008, 08:29:38 pm
I was aspottyspottee in Dunstable today. I don't know who the spotter was though. But they lose points for being in their car when they could have been cycling in the sunshine. 8)
Guilty as charged M'Lud. In my defence, I was coming back from doing a car boot sale. Whilst I can get a certain amount ofrubbishhighly desirable items for sale in the trailer, I can get far more in the car.
You used a motor vehicle. I demand you hand in your sandals and beard at once!
Post by: teethgrinder on 15 July, 2008, 08:30:49 pm
I was aspottyspottee in Dunstable today. I don't know who the spotter was though. But they lose points for being in their car when they could have been cycling in the sunshine. 8)
Guilty as charged M'Lud. In my defence, I was coming back from doing a car boot sale. Whilst I can get a certain amount ofrubbishhighly desirable items for sale in the trailer, I can get far more in the car.
Well, you lose even more points for wasting a sunny day at a car boot sale.
So there ;D
Post by: Adam on 15 July, 2008, 08:38:57 pm
And I was out on the bike all Saturday!
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 17 July, 2008, 09:21:48 am
Post by: Otto on 17 July, 2008, 09:33:09 am
Post by: clarion on 17 July, 2008, 02:53:00 pm
Post by: ChrisO on 17 July, 2008, 04:04:53 pm
Near the cafe. I was coming the other way, about to cross Bedford Hill.
Post by: Flying_Monkey on 17 July, 2008, 06:16:09 pm
Post by: alan on 17 July, 2008, 09:14:19 pm
Post by: little miss mac on 17 July, 2008, 10:09:40 pm
Post by: border-rider on 17 July, 2008, 10:19:15 pm
:)
Post by: Greenbank on 17 July, 2008, 10:19:49 pm
Post by: chris on 17 July, 2008, 10:20:21 pm
I was aspottyspottee in Dunstable today. I don't know who the spotter was though. But they lose points for being in their car when they could have been cycling in the sunshine. 8)
Guilty as charged M'Lud. In my defence, I was coming back from doing a car boot sale. Whilst I can get a certain amount ofrubbishhighly desirable items for sale in the trailer, I can get far more in the car.
Well, you lose even more points for wasting a sunny day at a car boot sale.
So there ;D
But I spotted you. Yes you teethgrinder, back in March locking up your yellow fixie and trailer outside the
Post by: MSeries on 17 July, 2008, 10:25:13 pm
Post by: Adrian on 17 July, 2008, 10:26:39 pm
I bumped into Adrian going through croydon earlier in the week...nice chap...we swaped beard growing tips ;D
What Otto means is that riding his folding bike with panniers and bar bag he cofortably caught me up on my Giant and we rode the rest of the way to The Cut. Discovered that we both have facial hair as mentioned and horse loving wives. Pleasure to meet you.
Post by: Ian H on 17 July, 2008, 10:29:14 pm
Post by: teethgrinder on 17 July, 2008, 10:33:43 pm
But I spotted you. Yes you teethgrinder, back in March locking up your yellow fixie and trailer outside thecar boot saleone day cycle sale in Milton Keynes. Just how many cheap goodies that you didn't need did you get in the trailer?
I was stocking up. I bought several pairs of shoes and haven't worn any yet, but they were cheap so will replace my current shoes when they die. I have a stock ratation of spares so that if anything wears out or is damaged, I don't have to rush to buy anything and I can take my time to get a good offer. It cuts my cycling cost down. It does make a difference to me. It also means that if something goes wrong or wears out, i can replace it very quickly, rather than have to wait for delivery or a shop to open.
I also bought some innertubes and tyres. Loads of other stuff, some of which won't be used for several years, but it will all get used and won't last forever. I wouldn't sacrifice a day's cycling unless it was worth while. ;D
Post by: rower40 on 17 July, 2008, 10:35:57 pm
I've been to the NSW one a couple of times. Stunning scenary on the train ride up there from the South.Every Newcastle I've been to is Not Safe for Work. :o
Lightbulb Moment (For which we need a smiley...)
Oh, you mean the Antipodean State of "Nouveau Pays de Galles Sud."
Still Not Safe for Work. ::-)
Post by: Basil on 17 July, 2008, 10:53:07 pm
Newcastle Emlyn (http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=Newcastle+Emlyn,+Dyfed,+United+Kingdom&ie=UTF8&cd=1&geocode=0,52.036232,-4.470666&ll=52.058613,-4.388351&spn=0.093514,0.186768&z=12)
Post by: tiermat on 18 July, 2008, 07:41:24 am
Post by: Regulator on 18 July, 2008, 07:43:43 am
I sawSantaMr & Mrs Wow in Northallerton at the weekend, didn't realise it was them, thought there must be twoSantas Old dufferspeople with large white beards that rode tandems. Surely Wow wouldn't be visiting my part of the world. Turned out he was....
I think that a bit harsh, tiermat. Mrs Wow doesn't have a beard.... ;)
Post by: tiermat on 18 July, 2008, 07:48:47 am
Post by: Zoidburg on 18 July, 2008, 05:50:50 pm
I pictured a ritualistic barbie bonfireSpotted a lot last night through the clouds of barbie smoke :)
You smoke dolls? What a weird bunch.
Or a mini whicker man
Post by: mike on 18 July, 2008, 05:55:47 pm
Post by: woollypigs on 18 July, 2008, 06:21:40 pm
I heard a "Woolly" being shouted in Kingston upon Thames yesterday only to manage to shout back "Hello" before I saw Hatler disappearing into the traffic.
Post by: Tom M on 19 July, 2008, 11:11:48 pm
Not sure how he parked that Lancaster bomber mind...
Post by: Valiant on 20 July, 2008, 02:49:07 pm
Mike : That could be Dave, though he don't ride slowly. Though I do hear that he is riding around with a broken foot atm, so that could be the reason.
Broken foot + brakeless. Some people have a deathwish :(
Post by: rower40 on 20 July, 2008, 04:48:08 pm
I saw Torslanda at a top-secret location on the M6 Southbound. It was a furtive meeting of like-minded fetishists, exchanging red hot goods for cash.Lancaster Bombers have a particular way of making parking spaces for themselves.
Not sure how he parked that Lancaster bomber mind...
As the population of Dresden will bear witness.
Post by: Torslanda on 20 July, 2008, 06:16:30 pm
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Post by: Snugsy on 21 July, 2008, 04:40:06 pm
I spotted someone riding across Tooting Common this morning, about 8.30 ish, with an ACF jersey on.Blue bike with blue rims, and blue h*lm*t?
Near the cafe. I was coming the other way, about to cross Bedford Hill.
That'll be me, if so.
Post by: rogerzilla on 21 July, 2008, 05:45:50 pm
Post by: ChrisO on 21 July, 2008, 06:06:08 pm
I spotted someone riding across Tooting Common this morning, about 8.30 ish, with an ACF jersey on.Blue bike with blue rims, and blue h*lm*t?
Near the cafe. I was coming the other way, about to cross Bedford Hill.
That'll be me, if so.
By the time I'd noticed the jersey it was too late to register the bike, but a belated hello.
Do you live down thataway ?
Post by: Snugsy on 22 July, 2008, 11:07:47 am
I spotted someone riding across Tooting Common this morning, about 8.30 ish, with an ACF jersey on.Blue bike with blue rims, and blue h*lm*t?
Near the cafe. I was coming the other way, about to cross Bedford Hill.
That'll be me, if so.
By the time I'd noticed the jersey it was too late to register the bike, but a belated hello.
Do you live down thataway ?
I live in St Ockwell and work in Sutton.
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 22 July, 2008, 09:45:57 pm
Post by: clarion on 23 July, 2008, 09:51:47 am
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 23 July, 2008, 09:53:03 am
I'm in St Ockwell too, Snugsy.
Post by: Regulator on 23 July, 2008, 01:02:33 pm
*No sniggering at the back, thank you very much Clarion! >:(
Post by: urban_biker on 23 July, 2008, 01:06:45 pm
I spotted four forumites last night, but that includes Butterfly, who I spot quite regularly, actually ;)
I think that makes you a Lepidopterist :D
Post by: Charlotte on 23 July, 2008, 01:09:47 pm
:o
Post by: clarion on 23 July, 2008, 01:12:14 pm
Post by: alan on 23 July, 2008, 01:28:14 pm
Does that mean that he's going to gas her and pin her to a cork board with a big needle?
:o
Is that a modern courting technique that us grey-generation blokes are unaware of? :-\
Post by: Andrij on 25 July, 2008, 08:55:50 am
When: 07:00, 25.07.2008
Where: Turning right from Commercial Road onto W India Dock Road
Vehicle: cargo bike
Doubt you spotted me as I was sandwiched between a bus and a van and behid two motorcycles.
Post by: Regulator on 25 July, 2008, 09:11:25 am
Post by: fiendish on 25 July, 2008, 09:12:53 am
I have never seen one recumbent in Chelmsford before, let alone three.
Post by: Jacomus on 25 July, 2008, 09:56:43 am
I have strategically brought my lock and spare clothes so I can leave my suit at the office to lighten the load on Monday when I go full time cyclocommuter again. 15miles each way, taking me a little less than an hour, compared with £10 a day and 1hr30m to use public transport. No brainer really!!
I am once again infused with the love of cycling and despite the slightly sore bum*, am itching to get started again.
*It seems my 8 weeks off have somewhat diminished my 150mile Sore Bum Syndrome (SBS) resistant behind, to a much more normal level. :-\
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 25 July, 2008, 09:58:12 am
I am once again infused with the love of cycling and despite the slightly sore bum*, am itching to get started again.
*It seems my 8 weeks off have somewhat diminished my 150mile Sore Bum Syndrome (SBS) resistant behind, to a much more normal level. :-\
The sore bum and itching may be related...
Post by: Jacomus on 25 July, 2008, 10:34:49 am
Make sure to give me a shout if you see me!
Post by: clarion on 25 July, 2008, 10:38:52 am
Post by: Mr Larrington on 25 July, 2008, 11:28:11 am
Yesterday afternoon I saw three people riding 'bents in Central/Admirals Park in Chelmsford. Two were together, one was on his own. Were any of them you?
I have never seen one recumbent in Chelmsford before, let alone three.
One of mine has been there, but none of the above was me.
Post by: clarion on 25 July, 2008, 11:29:28 am
Post by: Zipperhead on 25 July, 2008, 01:16:12 pm
I bumped into a certain gentleman of this forum last night, who had previously ignored me at Trafalgar Square. To save his embarassment I shan't name names... but you know who you are.
Oh I'll own up!
Now that you're a svelte slim gym bunny I didn't recognise you from behind. You no longer fit my mental image.
There, will that do?
Post by: Elleigh on 25 July, 2008, 01:32:05 pm
I shall be spotting a few more forumers at the weekend.
Post by: Regulator on 25 July, 2008, 02:26:08 pm
I bumped into a certain gentleman of this forum last night, who had previously ignored me at Trafalgar Square. To save his embarassment I shan't name names... but you know who you are.
Oh I'll own up!
Now that you're a svelte slim gym bunny I didn't recognise you from behind. You no longer fit my mental image.
There, will that do?
You're forgiven....
Post by: Zoidburg on 25 July, 2008, 05:33:10 pm
If its not him it brings the grand total of fixie riders in the city to 3 ::-)
Post by: bobajobrob on 25 July, 2008, 05:39:39 pm
If its not him it brings the grand total of fixie riders in the city to 3 ::-)
Which city is that?
I randomly spot people round here riding fixed. There's a guy on a pompino that commutes from Gloucester to Cheltenham, who I see on my commute if I get up early enough. I've spotted a guy on fuji track bike in town. The only forumites I have spotted are blop (commutes on a fuji track) and andrew_s. Edit: forgot maander.
Post by: Zoidburg on 25 July, 2008, 05:40:47 pm
You mean you dont know where Tunstall is?If its not him it brings the grand total of fixie riders in the city to 3 ::-)
Which city is that?
I randomly spot people round here riding fixed. There's a guy on a pompino that commutes from Gloucester to Cheltenham, who I see on my commute if I get up early enough. I've spotted a guy on fuji track bike in town. The only forumites I have spotted are blop (commutes on a fuji track) and andrew_s.
The 5 towns?
Post by: alan on 25 July, 2008, 05:44:15 pm
I believe I may have spotted Alans riding a green langster through Tunstall last night
If its not him it brings the grand total of fixie riders in the city to 3 ::-)
Twas not me Zoids
Post by: bobajobrob on 25 July, 2008, 05:47:34 pm
You mean you dont know where Tunstall is?
The 5 towns?
It's one of these I'm guessing:
Quote
Tunstall, Woodbridge
Tunstall, Woodbridge, Suffolk, UK
Tunstall, Richmond
Tunstall, Richmond, North Yorkshire, UK
Tunstall, Hull
Tunstall, Hull, North Humberside, UK
Tunstall, Carnforth
Tunstall, Carnforth, UK
Tunstall, Norwich
Tunstall, Norwich, Norfolk, UK
Tunstall, Norfolk
Tunstall, Halvergate, Norfolk, UK
Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent
Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Tunstall, Stafford
Tunstall, Woodseaves, Stafford ST20, UK
Post by: Zoidburg on 25 July, 2008, 05:48:14 pm
One of you shall have to get a new bike.
Bob - the term "5 towns" is the clue
Its also the subject of several novels by a famous writer
Post by: alan on 25 July, 2008, 05:51:23 pm
Well he has the same fixie, its like turning up to a party wearing the same dress - it simply isnt done
One of you shall have to get a new bike.
You can stop twising my arm...I surrender.Rourke's/Swinnerton's/Longstaff's here I come ;D
Post by: bobajobrob on 25 July, 2008, 05:52:26 pm
Bob - the term "5 towns" is the clue
I thought it might be ;D
Its also a famous novel.
You've got me there. *heads off to google*
"The Five Towns is an informal grouping of villages and hamlets in Nassau County, New York, United States"
No? I'm guessing it's Stoke then ;)
Post by: Zoidburg on 25 July, 2008, 05:55:35 pm
Philistines! I am surrounded by philistines I say!Bob - the term "5 towns" is the clue
I thought it might be ;DIts also a famous novel.
You've got me there. *heads off to google*
"The Five Towns is an informal grouping of villages and hamlets in Nassau County, New York, United States"
No? I'm guessing it's Stoke then ;)
Arnold Bennett - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arnold_Bennet#Work)
Godless heathens ::-)
Post by: nicknack on 25 July, 2008, 05:59:45 pm
You mean you dont know where Tunstall is?
The 5 towns?
It's one of these I'm guessing:QuoteTunstall, Woodbridge
Tunstall, Woodbridge, Suffolk, UK
Tunstall, Richmond
Tunstall, Richmond, North Yorkshire, UK
Tunstall, Hull
Tunstall, Hull, North Humberside, UK
Tunstall, Carnforth
Tunstall, Carnforth, UK
Tunstall, Norwich
Tunstall, Norwich, Norfolk, UK
Tunstall, Norfolk
Tunstall, Halvergate, Norfolk, UK
Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent
Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Tunstall, Stafford
Tunstall, Woodseaves, Stafford ST20, UK
There's also a Tunstall about a mile from where I'm sitting - in Kent.
Post by: Greenbank on 25 July, 2008, 08:07:34 pm
Post by: Greenbank on 25 July, 2008, 11:41:39 pm
Zipperhead + PGTips spotted crossing Putney Bridge Road this evening.
Post by: little miss mac on 25 July, 2008, 11:59:13 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 26 July, 2008, 12:02:03 am
I will be two-wheeled, spotting and spottable, from 4th August. Helloooooo London! :thumbsup:
What we need to know is: will you be bring Gus Up the 'Uts? :D
Post by: Regulator on 26 July, 2008, 09:24:20 am
I will be two-wheeled, spotting and spottable, from 4th August. Helloooooo London! :thumbsup:
What we need to know is: will you be bring Gas Up the 'Uts? :D
I thought we were relying on Teethgrinder for that.... ;D
Post by: Elleigh on 26 July, 2008, 06:48:50 pm
Jasmine and Andy
Teethgrinder
Phil/Mega10
DKhan
Mr Larrington
and last but certainly no least Annie
Today some where on the A41
Post by: eck on 26 July, 2008, 06:54:54 pm
Post by: Elleigh on 26 July, 2008, 07:01:35 pm
If you're there, can you give a cheer please also to forumites Hibernian Exile (race no 46), y lee g (no 36) and also to the legendary George McNasty Berwick (no 32) who, at 67 years young, is riding his umpty-teenth Mersey Roads 24. :thumbsup:
I'm on my way back in a couple of hours. It will be my pleasure to cheer them on.
:)
Post by: eck on 26 July, 2008, 07:16:04 pm
If you're there, can you give a cheer please also to forumites Hibernian Exile (race no 46), y lee g (no 36) and also to the legendary George McNasty Berwick (no 32) who, at 67 years young, is riding his umpty-teenth Mersey Roads 24. :thumbsup:
I'm on my way back in a couple of hours. It will be my pleasure to cheer them on.
:)
Cheers, Elleigh: pass up a virtual bottle of Magner's to Hiberbnian Exile from me, and sing a chorus of Kum By Yah to y lee gee as he goes past. ;)
Oh, and tell McNasty to get a haircut. :thumbsup: Thanks.
Post by: Elleigh on 27 July, 2008, 12:41:17 am
We will definitely sing to Y Lee G when we see him next.
Post by: tonycollinet on 27 July, 2008, 07:22:12 am
There london forumites are like the molecules in a hot dense liquid (eg a cup of tea). They are forever bumping into ieach other in a brownian motion sort of way.
Then there are the forumites in many other parts of the country. They are like the molecules in the near vacuum of deep space. They can travel for years without seeing another molecule. Occaisoinally there is an "event" like a micro miniature black hole, drawing forumites in with a pull of gravity, using the inverse square law of distance to the event. They cluster together for a short time - reacting according to their molecular characteristics - then spin off into space again and travel their lonely way through the vast emptyness.
Post by: eck on 27 July, 2008, 07:51:03 am
H Exile has dropped out due to heat.Aw, sorry to hear that. You didn't get the Magners to him soon enough, then?
That's really nice of you to let me know though.
Thank you Elleigh. :-*
Post by: TimO on 27 July, 2008, 03:09:21 pm
Post by: Andrij on 27 July, 2008, 03:46:46 pm
I reckon we need something to make spotting forumites easier, something like a unique jersey would be an idea. ;D
Don't be daft! It'll never happen. ;D
Post by: clarion on 28 July, 2008, 10:41:58 am
* Not actually a forumite, but mentioned often enough :thumbsup:
Post by: PaulF on 28 July, 2008, 11:19:00 am
I reckon we need something to make spotting forumites easier, something like a unique jersey would be an idea. ;D
You mean you don't know the secret wave?
Post by: Tourist Tony on 28 July, 2008, 11:23:28 am
Post by: TimO on 28 July, 2008, 11:44:57 am
I reckon we need something to make spotting forumites easier, something like a unique jersey would be an idea. ;D
You mean you don't know the secret wave?
<puts banana in ear, grasps left ankle with right foot, sticks out tongue, and hops on right foot>
Nope, no idea, what is it?
;D
Post by: rr on 28 July, 2008, 02:15:56 pm
I have never seen one recumbent in Chelmsford before, let alone three.
I have (http://www.anothercyclingforum.com/index.php?topic=39742.msg546699#msg546699)
Post by: PaulF on 28 July, 2008, 02:17:34 pm
<puts banana in ear, grasps left ankle with right foot, sticks out tongue, and hops on right foot>
Nope, no idea, what is it?
;D
Which ear did you say that the banana was in? :D
Post by: redshift on 28 July, 2008, 03:05:53 pm
<puts banana in ear, grasps left ankle with right foot, sticks out tongue, and hops on right foot>
Nope, no idea, what is it?
;D
Which ear did you say that the banana was in? :D
1927. ;D
Post by: Adam on 28 July, 2008, 03:33:25 pm
Post by: nuttycyclist on 28 July, 2008, 03:59:58 pm
Sorry I was so grumpy - it was the heat of Sunday afternoon, and we'd set out from Maldon to cycle home at 23:30 Saturday.
Don't ask.
Post by: rr on 28 July, 2008, 04:49:05 pm
it was the heat of Sunday afternoon, and we'd set out from Maldon to cycle home at 23:30 Saturday.
Don't ask.
Do tell
Post by: nuttycyclist on 28 July, 2008, 05:08:13 pm
Post by: delthebike on 28 July, 2008, 05:19:41 pm
I saw delthebike yesterday while on the tandem.It's a small world! I saw Mr. and Mrs. Nutty on a tandem, after some roadside fettlin' of said tandem, and I was also returning from Maldon. My trip was done on the same day though. Did you get back OK without any more fettlin'?
Sorry I was so grumpy - it was the heat of Sunday afternoon, and we'd set out from Maldon to cycle home at 23:30 Saturday.
You didn't seem grumpy to me, even after I recognised you.
Post by: Basil on 28 July, 2008, 05:37:51 pm
You didn't seem grumpy to me, even after I recognised you.
Yes, but what about after he recognised you? ;D ;)
Post by: nicknack on 29 July, 2008, 03:10:21 pm
Anyway if anyone saw a very tall geezer with lots of hair on an upright Koga shopper - that was me.
BTW no trouble with traffic - just sailed along in my own serene little bubble. And only one cyclist got a little shirty when I stopped in front of him at a red light. ;D
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 29 July, 2008, 03:36:23 pm
Mind you, I believe my commute crosses over with Regulator's in bits, and I haven't spotted him yet. Perhaps it is because he is rapidly shrinking...
And a cyclist getting shirty with you for stopping at a red light? No one has done that to me in the few years I've been cycling round London. Good thing too, as I'd get extremely shirty back...
Post by: Dave on 29 July, 2008, 04:33:44 pm
I cycled past Dave last week, going down his favourite bit of road from Caddington to Luton, but he must have been in his grumpy mode, as he ignored me when I called out. ;D
Really? Oops. Sorry about that, especially as if I was heading towards Luton I would have been heading away from work, which always puts me in a good mood.
When was it? I have seen a couple of cyclists travelling in the opposite direction in the evenings recently - there's even someone on fixed I see in the mornings now riding along the road from Slip End towards the rugby club...
Post by: alexb on 29 July, 2008, 04:42:22 pm
Who was that?
Post by: clarion on 29 July, 2008, 04:47:17 pm
Post by: PaulR on 30 July, 2008, 10:43:36 pm
I was in a bright yellow top and riding a Paddywagon with a giant black carradice. Hello virtually and belatedly.
Post by: Jacomus on 31 July, 2008, 11:09:12 am
Post by: FatBloke on 31 July, 2008, 11:28:12 am
I want someone to spot me and call out! I've not been spotted commuting before :'(Thats him, officer!! That's the man what did it!
Post by: Elleigh on 31 July, 2008, 11:48:55 am
Post by: Mr Larrington on 31 July, 2008, 02:30:54 pm
I spotted Y Lee G on a road island just outside Chester at the weekend!
So did I! Now there's a coincidence ;D
Post by: geraldc on 08 August, 2008, 09:36:29 am
Post by: clarion on 08 August, 2008, 09:38:13 am
Post by: Mr Larrington on 08 August, 2008, 10:30:08 am
Post by: Snugsy on 08 August, 2008, 01:25:37 pm
I spotted someone in an ACF shirt on Clapham Common a week or so ago. We both got leafleted by the cops, but were going in opposite directions.
Who was that?
Probably me.
Post by: Tim Hall on 09 August, 2008, 05:54:31 pm
Post by: pdm on 09 August, 2008, 09:43:37 pm
I did once entrap one with some cake, though.... :D
Post by: Eccentrica Gallumbits on 13 August, 2008, 11:27:05 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 13 August, 2008, 11:32:24 pm
Being one of those lonely molecules up in ´t Norf, I have yet to see a forumite when out on a ride.
I did once entrap one with some cake, though.... :D
Two, if I remember rightly, and very fine cake it was! Most welcome on a cold, wet, miserable April afternoon.
Post by: tiermat on 14 August, 2008, 01:08:51 pm
Being one of those lonely molecules up in ´t Norf, I have yet to see a forumite when out on a ride.
I did once entrap one with some cake, though.... :D
I spotted a forumite on a ride a couple of months ago and I shall no doubt be seeing the same on and one other on Saturday.
Unbeknownst to you a non-cycling forumite spotting may have happened recently (I have worked the last 8 weeks int he centre of Sheffield and now work in Tankersley)
Post by: Deano on 14 August, 2008, 02:53:54 pm
I spotted a forumite on a ride a couple of months ago and I shall no doubt be seeing the same on and one other on Saturday.
+1
Also, I thought I saw Andy Gates in Crediton a few weeks ago - but I didn't shout out, since I don't know what part of the country he frequents, and he wasn't on a pennyfarthing, so I wasn't sure...
Post by: MSeries on 14 August, 2008, 02:56:22 pm
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 14 August, 2008, 03:24:18 pm
I saw a black pudding on a bike today. It was neither black nor puddingy.
I need to be licked to appreciate the puddingyness.
By total coincidence I saw a Kirst. It looked kinda Kirsty, but more Kirsten.
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 14 August, 2008, 03:41:54 pm
It's not many tents wot come delivered with a free demo in your back garden!
Post by: Jasper the surreal cyclist on 14 August, 2008, 04:21:04 pm
Yesterday there were two in my flat.
You should get the council in, they can put down traps and poison you know....
Post by: Eccentrica Gallumbits on 14 August, 2008, 08:06:37 pm
I need to be licked to appreciate the puddingyness.
By total coincidence I saw a Kirst. It looked kinda Kirsty, but more Kirsten.
I'm not sure that I'm going to get off the bike and lick you.
I'm not Kirsty at all. Ever.
Post by: alan on 20 August, 2008, 10:07:45 am
A cyclist southbound on the A34 entering Childs Lane south of Congleton.
Tony Collinet perhaps?
Post by: Julian on 20 August, 2008, 12:42:46 pm
I can't work out whether he's a yacf-er or an audaxer, but I know I know him and I can't work out who it was (I plead lack of sleep following the FNRttC).
Post by: redshift on 20 August, 2008, 01:58:08 pm
Post by: Mr Larrington on 20 August, 2008, 02:00:41 pm
There must have been several at the IHPVA bash at the weekend. I still don't know anybody's name though...
Me, Annie, Rich Forrest, rust bucket and one or two others who I don't know.
Post by: RichForrest on 25 August, 2008, 06:30:35 pm
There must have been several at the IHPVA bash at the weekend. I still don't know anybody's name though...
Was that you on the Windcheater in the tent next to mine, kept awake by the ambulance?
Post by: redshift on 25 August, 2008, 07:06:31 pm
Post by: RichForrest on 25 August, 2008, 07:23:34 pm
If the Speedy had a pirate flag, and we had a conversation about the IQ fly lamp, then that's be me. :)
Yes it was you then :D
Also there, was Fraser (bottlemasher) directing campers and Andrew (longshanks) helping out.
Rich.
Post by: Wowbagger on 25 August, 2008, 08:31:25 pm
My apologies to forumites who were greeted with blank looks. I try, really I do, but my brain won't respond. :-[
Post by: little miss mac on 26 August, 2008, 07:23:59 pm
Post by: Jacomus on 27 August, 2008, 08:06:13 am
Yay! Tonight I met Emily, the love of Jacomus-rides-Gen's life, and we cycled together most of the way to where we were going. She spotted my acf bottle, and I recognised the flame hair and piercings. She's just as lovely as Jacomus says. And doing a great job on her first (or was it second?) solo London cycle :thumbsup:
Yay!
Emily was so pleased to meet you! She loved your bike, and the company on her way to meet me.
It was her second solo ride, and her first time in clipless. :thumbsup:
Post by: Valiant on 29 August, 2008, 03:15:22 pm
Post by: Andrij on 28 March, 2009, 09:58:57 am
Post by: clarion on 07 April, 2009, 12:20:25 pm
Last night, heading south from Walworth Rd RAB, I saw a chap on a rather nice CF Colnago. And he had a knee bandage!
I shouted 'Simon!', and he half-turned his head, but then he got too far ahead of me (not just because I was stuck behind the wobbliest slow-hybrid race in history, but also because he's a darn sight fitter, though he didn't turn left at Oval, as I'd expected, heading on in the direction of Clapham. Don't know where he went after that, as I was caught by the last set of lights at Oval, while he shot off into the distance.
Was it just an apparition? Was it really the great be-bandaged one? I may never know...
Post by: Really Ancien on 07 April, 2009, 12:30:49 pm
Damon.
Post by: clarion on 07 April, 2009, 12:34:27 pm
Post by: David Martin on 07 April, 2009, 04:10:23 pm
..d
Post by: Greenbank on 07 April, 2009, 04:25:32 pm
A certain forumite with pink/red hair on a heavily loaded utility bike going along Upper Richmond Road in Putney a couple of weeks ago (it was a Monday night I think).
Post by: Riggers on 07 April, 2009, 04:32:05 pm
Post by: Zipperhead on 07 April, 2009, 04:41:20 pm
Reminds me.
A certain forumite with pink/red hair on a heavily loaded utility bike going along Upper Richmond Road in Putney a couple of weeks ago (it was a Monday night I think).
I saw her as well, when she got to Fairfield Street. When the lights changed I caught up and we cycled along for a bit chatting.
Post by: Really Ancien on 07 April, 2009, 05:06:05 pm
I spotted Blackburnrod out doing some sneaky time-trial training on Longmeanygate in Midge Hall.
Damon.
On where?!? ;D
About half a mile from here.
The delightfully named Longmeanygate, Leyland:: OS grid SD5223 :: Geograph British Isles - photograph every grid square! (http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/143196)
Meanygate is a contraction of 'Main Wain Gate', a road parallel to a main road to carry heavy wagons.
Damon.
Post by: Torslanda on 07 April, 2009, 11:24:42 pm
I know it's Spring and all that but please! Decorum and Decency!
Post by: Greenbank on 12 April, 2009, 01:05:08 pm
Post by: RichForrest on 12 April, 2009, 01:20:02 pm
I was spotted crossing the Humber bridge in the early hrs by a forumite. He must have been in a car as I got a text asking if it was me later the same day.
Post by: peliroja on 12 April, 2009, 02:14:23 pm
Post by: Hilldodger on 12 April, 2009, 02:22:31 pm
Cyclemagic.org.uk
(http://www.cyclemagic.org.uk/modules/news/newsstory.aspx?n=30)
Post by: Greenbank on 12 April, 2009, 02:22:52 pm
Greenbank: I was indeed doing clockwise laps today and yesterday. :) what were you riding? Fixed?
Nope. The shiny new bike (http://www.greenbank.org/bikes/wilier.jpg). :)
Knocked 10 minutes of my 3-lap time (sounds impressive but it's only down to 66:25, and the previous time was on a cold February night on fixed with a heavy bag).
Post by: alan on 12 April, 2009, 05:30:32 pm
Post by: Zoidburg on 12 April, 2009, 06:01:03 pm
Post by: Jurek on 12 April, 2009, 06:49:12 pm
Greetings were exchanged. :)
Post by: fin on 12 April, 2009, 06:55:21 pm
Post by: woollypigs on 12 April, 2009, 07:03:29 pm
Post by: MercuryKev on 13 April, 2009, 03:12:23 pm
Post by: Ariadne on 13 April, 2009, 04:13:06 pm
Ariadne in Portobello, Edinburgh heading East, with ? 1 o'clockish.Yep, that was me - heading out to play in my new tent in North Berwick. I was with Corvine, who came out for a bit of a ride on his road bike. Sorry I didn't say hello!
Post by: Crystal Tips on 13 April, 2009, 05:11:09 pm
Crystal Tips on the NCR1, just North of Carrington. I was heading out to the Granites.
I considered claiming I'd seen you too but I confess I didnt. I am sociable and say hello to everyone though! You must have passed Andy Pandy too, he was (as ever) a fair bit ahead of me.
Well done on the Granites - a beautiful day for it. I am cream crackered enough after a trip to the reservoir - 6 months off the bike due to a dodgy hip has certainly taken it's toll :(
Post by: MercuryKev on 13 April, 2009, 05:20:28 pm
Crystal Tips on the NCR1, just North of Carrington. I was heading out to the Granites.
I considered claiming I'd seen you too but I confess I didnt. I am sociable and say hello to everyone though! You must have passed Andy Pandy too, he was (as ever) a fair bit ahead of me.
Well done on the Granites - a beautiful day for it. I am cream crackered enough after a trip to the reservoir - 6 months off the bike due to a dodgy hip has certainly taken it's toll :(
I only noticed it was you as you passed, which didn't me give enough time to say hello. You did, however, give me a polite wee 'fellow cyclist' wave. By the way, the Granites was nothing; yesterday I went up and down Redstone Rigg. It's only when you go down it you realise how f'in steep it is.
Post by: peliroja on 13 April, 2009, 06:36:41 pm
Post by: mr magnolia on 13 April, 2009, 07:48:25 pm
Ariadne in Portobello, Edinburgh heading East, with ? 1 o'clockish.
same again today but aout 12.00 heading west?
I was hanging over the garden gate, as you do on a sunny public hol when you have 3 girls and 2 big girl cousins to look after.
Post by: Ariadne on 13 April, 2009, 08:30:22 pm
Ariadne in Portobello, Edinburgh heading East, with ? 1 o'clockish.
same again today but aout 12.00 heading west?
I was hanging over the garden gate, as you do on a sunny public hol when you have 3 girls and 2 big girl cousins to look after.
Going home! Funny, I actually looked for you at what I thought was your house, thinking it would be cool to see you. I obviously had the wrong house!
Post by: Thing2 on 13 April, 2009, 08:55:18 pm
The Things whizzing down the hill to Kingston Gate in Richmond Park this afternoon at about three o'clock :)
We've been spotted? Again!
Dobbin was having a shakedown ride today following lots of maintenance. He is a fantastic bike. We've done 700 miles on Kat since we last rode him, but we wouldn't take any other bike touring. He is just made to carry luggage.
Sorry to Jurek for being a bit random yesterday - neither of us was particularly awake, and we were suffering navigation difficulties. Gravesend to Morden isn't the easiest routes to navigate when you only have a set of written instructions on how to get from Morden to Gravesend, especially when we didn't take that route on the way out....
Emma
Post by: fin on 13 April, 2009, 10:57:24 pm
You did, however, give me a polite wee 'fellow cyclist' wave. By the way, the Granites was nothing; yesterday I went up and down Redstone Rigg. It's only when you go down it you realise how f'in steep it is.
I went down the Rigg yesterday, but didn't see you !
I also had a major grump at a car who decided to pull out in front of me beyond the bottom of the Rigg at the cattle grid. >:(
And another major grump for the group of time-triallists and helpers etc at Duns yesterday who didn't acknowledge a fellow cyclist. >:(
Post by: clarion on 14 April, 2009, 10:21:15 am
Post by: TimO on 20 April, 2009, 11:36:31 am
Post by: PrettyBoyTim on 20 April, 2009, 11:06:31 pm
Post by: nuttycyclist on 20 April, 2009, 11:44:15 pm
Post by: geraldc on 20 April, 2009, 11:48:17 pm
I feel a bit left out. Anyone take any of this route in the morning (http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Commute-from-Crouch-End-to-Oxford-Circus)? (Or a similar one in the evening...)
I live on St Thomas' Road so I could run into you one day...
Post by: nuttycyclist on 20 April, 2009, 11:54:02 pm
I feel a bit left out. Anyone take any of this route in the morning (http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Commute-from-Crouch-End-to-Oxford-Circus)? (Or a similar one in the evening...)
I live on St Thomas' Road so I could run into you one day...
Yeah, we've heard about you and your motorcycling skillz :demon: :demon: :demon: :demon: :demon:
(just kidding mate ;D)
Post by: Jacomus on 23 April, 2009, 10:50:58 am
So if you spotted a guy riding hell for leather on this -> Twitpic - Share photos on Twitter (http://twitpic.com/3bp1d) , it was probably me!
Post by: Charlotte on 23 April, 2009, 12:47:22 pm
Post by: Valiant on 23 April, 2009, 02:02:39 pm
Post by: Jacomus on 23 April, 2009, 02:04:31 pm
It'd be impressive if he did blast past on that bike hehe
Hehe, that sounds a bit like the roadie who coughed up a lung when we stopped at a set of lights, after trying to hold onto my wheel.
Those tyres are road specific and bloody fast. :thumbsup:
Post by: rogerzilla on 28 April, 2009, 06:57:30 pm
Post by: Basil on 29 April, 2009, 02:03:40 pm
Has anyone mentioned Page 25 of the Evans' 09 Summer Catalogue?
:thumbsup:
Post by: clarion on 29 April, 2009, 02:06:10 pm
btw, I am disappointed that, in all my circuitous routes home, I've not been spotted :(
Post by: Basil on 29 April, 2009, 02:17:06 pm
I don't believe they have. Do I have to go to Evans' or will you clarify?
The ladeez from the Seekrit Bunker. In full Twickenham CC plumage.
Post by: little miss mac on 29 April, 2009, 02:46:55 pm
I am disappointed that, in all my circuitous routes home, I've not been spotted :(
I spotted a Clarion some weeks ago and we cycled a part of the way home together.
There, is that better? ;D
Post by: clarion on 29 April, 2009, 02:52:07 pm
Post by: Charlotte on 29 April, 2009, 04:15:04 pm
I don't believe they have. Do I have to go to Evans' or will you clarify?
The ladeez from the Seekrit Bunker. In full Twickenham CC plumage.
Really? Can anyone post a scan?
Post by: clarion on 29 April, 2009, 04:17:07 pm
Post by: Zipperhead on 29 April, 2009, 09:17:17 pm
I don't believe they have. Do I have to go to Evans' or will you clarify?
The ladeez from the Seekrit Bunker. In full Twickenham CC plumage.
I don't believe that it is them. Not unless my mother was right and I need the even thicker glasses.
Post by: Andrij on 29 April, 2009, 09:25:35 pm
If I count them and the ones on the tunnel ride last year I think that leaves only another 50+ of his Ladeez I haven't met.
Post by: Jules on 01 May, 2009, 09:55:23 am
No idea who you are but I'm pretty sure I noticed you on the London Freewheel last year as the pilot was wearing an ACF Jersey at the time.
Any offers?
Post by: clarion on 01 May, 2009, 09:58:32 am
Post by: Regulator on 01 May, 2009, 09:58:51 am
Post by: matthew on 01 May, 2009, 12:17:17 pm
Post by: Regulator on 01 May, 2009, 12:21:32 pm
Post by: clarion on 01 May, 2009, 12:23:46 pm
Disappointingly, he wasn't riding a fixed. But, rather pleasingly, he was riding a nice Shorter with a pleasingly small number of gears, and sprint carriers up front. I hope the unbalanced load was OK :-\
Post by: Tourist Tony on 01 May, 2009, 01:25:21 pm
Off to Bologna, turns out he and some mates will be with us on Friday May 8th. Caaaaaaake?
Post by: Thing2 on 01 May, 2009, 03:28:46 pm
or the Things?
Not us.
Post by: Jules on 01 May, 2009, 04:01:35 pm
The pilot was a white guy probably in his thirties. Female stoker about the same age or younger. She is quite small and has a darker complexion, possibly Asiatic?
Almost certain I saw the same couple on a Tandem at the Freewheel last year and pilot was wearing an ACF top then. Perhaps they took a different lifeboat?
Post by: Zoidburg on 01 May, 2009, 04:03:57 pm
No, not the things, or Charlotte and Liz.Sam Walker?
The pilot was a white guy probably in his thirties. Female stoker about the same age or younger. She is quite small and has a darker complexion, possibly Asiatic?
Almost certain I saw the same couple on a Tandem at the Freewheel last year and pilot was wearing an ACF top then. Perhaps they took a different lifeboat?
I accept that I have used a forbidden word and shall be stoned forthwith.
Post by: Jules on 01 May, 2009, 04:19:01 pm
Sam Walker?
I accept that I have used a forbidden word and shall be stoned forthwith.
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No, I know what he looks like.
Post by: Speshact on 01 May, 2009, 04:27:00 pm
Post by: clarion on 01 May, 2009, 04:29:19 pm
Green Dawes Galaxy, was it? Festooned with lights? ;D
Post by: Butterfly on 01 May, 2009, 05:44:54 pm
*wave*
Post by: Speshact on 01 May, 2009, 11:21:17 pm
Post by: Jacomus on 06 May, 2009, 02:17:21 pm
Post by: clarion on 06 May, 2009, 02:19:43 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 07 May, 2009, 09:49:25 pm
Post by: Zipperhead on 08 May, 2009, 02:28:01 pm
Post by: clarion on 18 May, 2009, 09:18:50 am
It was Darkpoint. Never met him before. Nice chap. We rode together as far as Walworth RAB, where we took different lanes, as we were heading different directions off the E&C.
He said he was doing a variation on his usual commute, adding a few miles but avoiding Crystal Palace (v. wise on fixed, I'd say).
Post by: no97trap on 18 May, 2009, 09:55:35 am
Sunday morning, Birmingham Snow Hill Station: Ru88el and a handful of hishareemLadeez wot Cycle.
If I count them and the ones on the tunnel ride last year I think that leaves only another 50+ of his Ladeez I haven't met.
Miles off. I've got over 200 Ladeez wot Cycle now. 100 of them cycled with me into Stratford on Saturday - assisted by Robgul and Dunedin. ;D
Post by: clarion on 18 May, 2009, 10:01:56 am
Post by: darkpoint on 18 May, 2009, 10:21:34 am
It was indead me.. I heard you the first time, but I was having an out of context error.. why is someone talking to me, so it took me a moment to be soicable.
It was very nice to meet you, and chat on the way in.
Post by: clarion on 18 May, 2009, 10:25:49 am
Hope to see you again sometime.
Post by: Moondog on 18 May, 2009, 06:14:52 pm
I couldn't stop as i was on the opposite carriage way in the car and the old dog was desparate for a pee in the woods.
n
Post by: Auntie Helen on 19 May, 2009, 06:37:50 pm
Pretty sure it was Auntie Helen recumberating into Harwich this afternoon.Yep, that was me - see my VERY long post in 'Have you been out today' in Rides & Touring as to why I was in Harwich covered in mud.
Post by: Ariadne on 25 May, 2009, 06:19:57 pm
Though I suspect you're not meant to cycle down Rose Street :P
Post by: Eccentrica Gallumbits on 25 May, 2009, 06:22:50 pm
Post by: woollypigs on 25 May, 2009, 07:29:51 pm
Post by: MercuryKev on 25 May, 2009, 09:05:01 pm
It was either MercuryKev who said hello to me this lunchtime or I've pulled in Bingham. :o ;D
Mercury Kev and Mrs MK, cruising round town on their Bromptons, looking like an advert for Cool Urban Riding.
Though I suspect you're not meant to cycle down Rose Street :P
Kirst, that was me - I wasn't sure that you'd recognised me. Carolyn and I had a lovely day out on the Bromptons. I admit that some Rose St cycling may have occurred, but in my defence I was disoriented by all the tramworks.
Post by: Eccentrica Gallumbits on 25 May, 2009, 09:17:22 pm
Post by: MercuryKev on 25 May, 2009, 09:25:26 pm
I twigged after you'd passed me. It was hard to tell cos you had your sunnies on. I didn't have the bike today because of a variety of long boring reasons which ultimately didn't happen so I was wishing I was on the bike instead of walking, but mainly I was wishing I wasn't working!
Well you looked like you were having a nice walk. Isn't Bingham lovely in the sun.
Post by: Wendy on 25 May, 2009, 09:38:58 pm
BentMikey flying along here (http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=clapham+park+road&sll=51.461655,-0.1372&sspn=0.016952,0.04549&ie=UTF8&z=16) on Saturday morning about 9:50am.
Oooh, and now I'm sorry I didn't spot you!
Post by: Eccentrica Gallumbits on 25 May, 2009, 09:42:51 pm
Well you looked like you were having a nice walk. Isn't Bingham lovely in the sun.
Lovelier than it is in the rain, I'll give you that! I'd got the bus along to Prestonfield to see a woman about a shower chair, then had to go to the equipment stores (just where the Innocent crosses over Duddingston Road West, you can see the vans) to see if they had what she needed and decided to walk back to the office instead of getting the bus, wishing I had the bike. Although if I'd been on the bike you'd probably have passed me as I was puking up the flies I would certainly have swallowed! :sick: It's very insecty along there.
Post by: clarion on 03 June, 2009, 10:31:05 am
This morning, on my way in past Stockwell, I spotted a tall chap with long hair & a purple yacf jersey, riding a Witcomb fixed. I introduced myself. He removed his earphones, and I introduced myself again ;D
It was Darkpoint. Never met him before. Nice chap. We rode together as far as Walworth RAB, where we took different lanes, as we were heading different directions off the E&C.
He said he was doing a variation on his usual commute, adding a few miles but avoiding Crystal Palace (v. wise on fixed, I'd say).
Heading into Clapham, I spotted a purple yacf jersey way ahead, and assumed it was darkpoint.
Caught him up by Stockwell, and we rode together to Walworth RAB again. He seems to have a magical effect on traffic lights, which cancels out my negative vibe, turning the lights green as we approach :thumbsup:
Rides a Witcomb. Class bike. Local to here (well, ish), too! :D
Post by: clarion on 05 June, 2009, 11:06:09 am
At least someone on the Forum other than Butterfly has now seen me riding fixed. ;D
Post by: Greenbank on 05 June, 2009, 11:20:03 am
Post by: clarion on 05 June, 2009, 11:21:12 am
*sigh*
Post by: PaulR on 05 June, 2009, 11:28:24 am
... and one Emilia (who I always seem to see whenever I go up to Holborn).
s'funny that, I see her round Holborn (it's where I work) rather frequently but, having only met her a couple of time as part of a FNRttC I am pretty much a stranger (and am often being a suitenger) so I don't shout "do a skid" at her. Particularly when she's on foot.
Post by: darkpoint on 05 June, 2009, 11:33:41 am
Heading into Clapham, I spotted a purple yacf jersey way ahead, and assumed it was darkpoint.
Clearly I need to be more careful if I am being reconised at a distance..
It was good to see you again this morning, and on the fixie, very nice.
Post by: woollypigs on 07 June, 2009, 01:00:41 pm
Post by: hellymedic on 07 June, 2009, 07:46:28 pm
This was the Queensbury Eco-Cultural Festival at Eton Grove Open Space, Kingsbury, for those who want to know where we were.
Brent Cyclists were two stalls away from Dr Bike/CTUK.
Weather was pretty good; though we could see heavy rain fall over Harrow, we had almost none ourselves.
Post by: nuttycyclist on 07 June, 2009, 10:16:19 pm
Post by: Eccentrica Gallumbits on 08 June, 2009, 09:05:14 pm
Post by: MercuryKev on 08 June, 2009, 09:28:31 pm
Might have seen MercuryKev coming out of the tunnel tonight but I'm not sure.
I wasn't in any tunnels today - I rode round Arthur's Seat. Although, I hope that's not metaphorical imagery you're using there.
Post by: Eccentrica Gallumbits on 08 June, 2009, 10:31:16 pm
Post by: PaulR on 12 June, 2009, 01:42:14 pm
Post by: Zoidburg on 12 June, 2009, 04:36:21 pm
I must have "stealth" features.
:-\
Post by: Salvatore on 12 June, 2009, 04:39:49 pm
I saw simonp's dad on TV the other night, and I once heard Mr Larrington's sister (Dr Larrington) on the wireless.
Post by: chris on 21 June, 2009, 05:12:29 pm
Post by: Salvatore on 21 June, 2009, 07:25:29 pm
Post by: nightrider on 21 June, 2009, 08:09:09 pm
Post by: tonycollinet on 22 June, 2009, 06:46:01 pm
No one has ever spotted me.
I must have "stealth" features.
:-\
Too few of us around here mate. (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=5506.msg106578#msg106578)
Post by: hulver on 23 June, 2009, 10:55:19 am
(EDIT) I also spoke to somebody riding a Moulton, but I can't remember their name. I'm rubbish like that.
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 23 June, 2009, 03:29:08 pm
Also managed to catch up with Martin (mseries) and Alan.
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 30 June, 2009, 11:50:40 am
Also last night, TimO on the Fulham Road with serious rear lights in use.
Post by: Greenbank on 30 June, 2009, 11:56:10 am
Last night: Greenbank, I'm fairly certain, on Town Mead Road.
Yep, would have been me sometime around 8.15pm. Didn't notice you though...
Reminds me, I also saw a Peliroja shortly afterwards on Hurlingham Rd.
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 30 June, 2009, 12:03:55 pm
Post by: Greenbank on 30 June, 2009, 12:48:33 pm
Also spotted you, I think, in Richmond Park (anticlockwise) on Sat 20th, 9.30 or so, in full tri-bar mode.
Not me. I was looking after my 2 year old niece that weekend and didn't touch the bike.
Post by: TimO on 30 June, 2009, 04:23:07 pm
Also last night, TimO on the Fulham Road with serious rear lights in use.
Yes, that would be me, I went that way for a bit of variety, and I never normally go that way.
The Dinotte was on, but on it's lowest, dimmest setting, and the redundant Cateye needs some new batteries, so wasn't all that bright.
Post by: Andrij on 01 July, 2009, 09:07:09 am
Post by: Wendy on 03 July, 2009, 04:44:55 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 04 July, 2009, 08:13:52 am
Post by: Butterfly on 04 July, 2009, 10:25:34 am
Post by: Moloko on 04 July, 2009, 10:31:32 am
Never look at a Rogerzilla bike with the naked eye.
Always wear shades.
Post by: Butterfly on 11 July, 2009, 12:07:20 am
Post by: alexb on 11 July, 2009, 12:18:27 am
Post by: Regulator on 11 July, 2009, 07:58:03 am
Post by: toekneep on 11 July, 2009, 08:04:46 am
Post by: Butterfly on 11 July, 2009, 10:24:29 am
Yep that would have been me alright. I spotted a nice Galaxy with a saddlebag chained up around the corner, was that anything to do with you?Yes that was mine :D. I'm beginning to worry that I might be losing it - recognising bikes, not their rider's ::-) ;) :-[.
Post by: Adrian on 15 July, 2009, 12:18:20 am
Post by: Butterfly on 25 July, 2009, 08:32:30 pm
Post by: border-rider on 25 July, 2009, 08:50:07 pm
Post by: clarion on 27 July, 2009, 03:52:37 pm
Post by: alexb on 27 July, 2009, 07:48:51 pm
Yep that would have been me alright. I spotted a nice Galaxy with a saddlebag chained up around the corner, was that anything to do with you?Yes that was mine :D. I'm beginning to worry that I might be losing it - recognising bikes, not their rider's ::-) ;) :-[.
I find it more worrying that we've met often enough for us to recognise each other's bikes, but I can't for the life of me remember what your name is! There are quite a few people that I have this problem with...
Post by: alan on 27 July, 2009, 08:01:29 pm
Post by: Deano on 27 July, 2009, 08:07:27 pm
Lovely cake, though - cheers, alan & Marj!
Post by: Zipperhead on 01 August, 2009, 09:47:52 am
(http://lh3.ggpht.com/_3a8mQ6kkehU/SnKXG9sZhNI/AAAAAAAAFBU/kOudaMvkiPc/s512/DSC_3338.JPG)
Post by: hulver on 02 August, 2009, 05:40:37 pm
He flashed by so quickly (and I was too busy eating the sausage sarnie) that I didn't even see the bike.
Post by: Fixedwheelnut on 05 August, 2009, 12:02:35 am
My bike was spotted by Em on Thursday evening outside a purveyor of cocoa based products in Spitalfields:;D ;D love the little PS at the bottom ;D
(http://lh3.ggpht.com/_3a8mQ6kkehU/SnKXG9sZhNI/AAAAAAAAFBU/kOudaMvkiPc/s512/DSC_3338.JPG)
Post by: Zipperhead on 05 August, 2009, 12:49:39 am
;D ;D love the little PS at the bottom ;D
It didn't work though - without my reading glasses on, I can't read anything that small. ;D
Post by: Andrij on 15 August, 2009, 08:58:22 pm
Post by: little miss mac on 16 August, 2009, 04:25:58 pm
Post by: Charlotte on 16 August, 2009, 11:40:00 pm
On closer inspection, it turned out to be a lesser-spotted Greenbank.
:)
Post by: rogerzilla on 17 August, 2009, 06:44:39 am
On closer inspection, it turned out to be a lesser-spotted Greenbank.
The tetracycline is working, then?
Post by: Andrew Br on 17 August, 2009, 08:10:51 am
Post by: Greenbank on 17 August, 2009, 10:00:30 am
An LEL jersey-wearer, riding a fixed wheeled bike.
They'll have to prise that jersey out of my cold dead hands. :)
Post by: TimO on 21 August, 2009, 09:33:09 pm
Post by: Oaky on 21 August, 2009, 09:37:57 pm
I *think* she said her forum name was "Jess", but it might have been "Jez", but I'm rubbish at remembering stuff like that :-[
Post by: Bledlow on 23 August, 2009, 10:38:46 pm
Post by: Jaded on 23 August, 2009, 10:51:30 pm
Post by: Charlotte on 24 August, 2009, 09:29:52 am
Post by: seventytwo on 25 August, 2009, 12:41:35 pm
Post by: TimO on 25 August, 2009, 01:42:28 pm
Makes me wonder how many forumites I pass without knowing (being unknown to all and in Leamington Spa I mean).
Looking at the Members Map (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=googlemap), there aren't a vast number of you in that area, although lots may be hiding, and not admitting to it. ;D
Post by: Polar Bear on 25 August, 2009, 01:47:40 pm
Post by: alexb on 25 August, 2009, 02:04:27 pm
Exchanged about a dozen words with someone from here half an hour ago on my commute, between Streatham and Norbury. With various cars, and other cyclists about it was hard to have much of a conversation, and whilst he knew me from FNRttCs, and I think I recognised him (although people in helmets always tend to look the same to me!), I didn't get his forum name, so own up, whoever you are. ;D
AlexB True we've met a fair few times, but always at night! you're right though, for the time of night, there did seem to be a fair bit of traffic about.
Post by: TimO on 25 August, 2009, 03:31:09 pm
Exchanged about a dozen words with someone from here half an hour ago on my commute, between Streatham and Norbury. With various cars, and other cyclists about it was hard to have much of a conversation, and whilst he knew me from FNRttCs, and I think I recognised him (although people in helmets always tend to look the same to me!), I didn't get his forum name, so own up, whoever you are. ;D
AlexB True we've met a fair few times, but always at night! you're right though, for the time of night, there did seem to be a fair bit of traffic about.
Actually I knew you were an Alex, but like Adams, there seem to be a fair few of you about on the forum (actually, there are a fair number of Tims as well!)
Post by: jellied on 27 August, 2009, 10:05:01 pm
Post by: Tiger on 28 August, 2009, 01:46:58 pm
Think I spotted the lesser seen Tiger on the Uxbridge Road tonight. Obvious bent, A-Z t-shirt, iron jaw, determined look.Race Face jelly - Race Face. Not to be tangled with. Were you the persistent speedster who gave me the trouble then?
Post by: TheLurker on 28 August, 2009, 02:32:15 pm
If you do; say hello.
Lurk recognition : Skinny, bald, bespectacled, middle aged and no more than average height; styled and dressed by "Millets". :)
Post by: Valiant on 30 August, 2009, 12:57:52 am
Post by: jellied on 30 August, 2009, 09:11:22 am
Race Face jelly - Race Face. Not to be tangled with. Were you the persistent speedster who gave me the trouble then?
The phrase "persistent speedster" and my name have never been used together. I think it was around the top of NHG that I spotted you and there were a couple of other cyclists milling about you. I guess at least one could be deemed a speedster. I faffing around putting my lights on think and you were well gone.
Post by: Charlotte on 30 August, 2009, 03:16:55 pm
Goodness knows how he recognised me :D
Post by: Dez on 30 August, 2009, 03:54:12 pm
Saw Doop today at Climate Camp but sadly no Juliet :( Saw a lot of other familiar faces too.
I'm at CC too. I'll be around Eastside at dinnertime if anyone wants to say hello. Apparently we have the best food. :-)
Post by: Valiant on 31 August, 2009, 03:47:13 am
Post by: clarion on 31 August, 2009, 09:19:01 pm
RichForrest was less easy to spot than his bivvy bag (which shared our pitch, but he got up earlier than us ;D )
Maladict
ChrisS
Cycleman
Nobby
Bikepacker
Annie, formerly of this Parish
Wowbagger
Delthebike & his distinctive pink cap
Tokamak
Bobb (sadly without his pink headgear :( )
Butterfly & Superstoker, of course!
Tarpaulin Dave (not a forummer, but known to many of us ;D )
Loads more...
Post by: tonyh on 01 September, 2009, 10:27:10 am
Vorsprung on his DIY400 !
400km Sat 29th of Aug, around Devon/Somerset/Bristol (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=20849.new;topicseen#new)
Post by: clarion on 01 September, 2009, 10:29:20 am
Post by: Wobbly John on 01 September, 2009, 04:29:08 pm
Mildenhall was a Spotter's delight:
RichForrest was less easy to spot than his bivvy bag (which shared our pitch, but he got up earlier than us ;D )
Maladict
ChrisS
Cycleman
Nobby
Bikepacker
Annie, formerly of this Parish
Wowbagger
Delthebike & his distinctive pink cap
Tokamak
Bobb (sadly without his pink headgear :( )
Butterfly & Superstoker, of course!
Tarpaulin Dave (not a forummer, but known to many of us ;D )
Loads more...
Nutkin
Roger T
Marco Steffano
Bottlemasher
Longskanks
Regulator
FBOAB
Tuggo
are others that I spotted there.
Post by: clarion on 01 September, 2009, 04:30:53 pm
Nutkin
Roger T
Marco Steffano
Bottlemasher
Regulator
FBOAB
Tuggo
are others that I spotted there.
I only saw (recognised?) Bottlemasher out of that lot. How I forgot to list him, I have no idea. :-[
Post by: Butterfly on 01 September, 2009, 05:08:12 pm
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 01 September, 2009, 05:53:05 pm
Post by: clarion on 01 September, 2009, 08:15:44 pm
Post by: Andrij on 01 September, 2009, 08:19:19 pm
But if there are Clarionettes in the area, be sure to shout 'Boots!' at them and get their details
???
Post by: clarion on 01 September, 2009, 08:21:32 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 01 September, 2009, 08:21:39 pm
But if there are Clarionettes in the area, be sure to shout 'Boots!' at them and get their details
???
Yeah - that's what they'll do ;) ;D. Although best of luck if you manage to find one who knows the correct answer and is willing to give it on Fulham Road ;D.
Post by: clarion on 01 September, 2009, 08:26:59 pm
Years later, after the formation of the cycling club, they decided to arrange a
Putting their heads together, the stewards realised that anyone who was a Clarion CC member was also a reader of The Clarion, and therefore also familiar with Nunquam's tales. So, as the riders rolled in, they called out 'Boots!', and, if the cyclist responded, 'Spurs!', they were welcomed.
Thus, the traditional greeting for Clarion CC members is 'Boots!' 'Spurs!'. It is used to this day (well, it was when we met the Brighton & Hove section for a ride. I used it ;D )
Post by: Andrij on 01 September, 2009, 08:55:46 pm
Thanks.
Post by: clarion on 01 September, 2009, 08:57:46 pm
I have been enlightened. :)
Thanks.
I'm sure you could have happily lived without knowing ;D
Post by: TimO on 01 September, 2009, 09:51:37 pm
Post by: matthew on 01 September, 2009, 10:06:14 pm
I can't help thinking there should be a YACF equivalent, possibly involving cries of 'Cake'. ;D
Response: Thanks Marj :thumbsup: ;)
Post by: Regulator on 02 September, 2009, 07:58:52 am
... a follically challenged gentleman on a road bike, sporting a skeleton top and enough lights to illuminate Wembley. I was unable to ascertain whether a desire for ice cream was present.
A GruB sighting perchance?
Post by: jellied on 02 September, 2009, 10:00:51 am
(http://new.britishcycling.org.uk/skyride/video/article/20090812-sky-video-Skyride-Hounslow-Video--0)
Post by: Marj on 02 September, 2009, 10:39:05 am
I can't help thinking there should be a YACF equivalent, possibly involving cries of 'Cake'. ;D
Response: Thanks Marj :thumbsup: ;)
Thanks Matthew - Could this be fame :thumbsup:
Post by: hulver on 02 September, 2009, 11:26:49 am
17 seconds in
British Cycling / Skyride / Video / Skyride Hounslow Video! (http://new.britishcycling.org.uk/skyride/video/article/20090812-sky-video-Skyride-Hounslow-Video--0)
How did you spot her? I had to pause it and it still took me a few seconds.
Post by: Zipperhead on 02 September, 2009, 01:40:35 pm
I can't help thinking there should be a YACF equivalent, possibly involving cries of 'Cake'. ;D
Chatlotte's Buns?
Post by: Bledlow on 05 September, 2009, 06:05:42 pm
I made history, by doing a Brevet Populaire the day before it was run. Or maybe I was given the wrong brevet card. ;D It made the info controls more interesting, not having the questions.
Post by: Basil on 05 September, 2009, 08:54:53 pm
I can't help thinking there should be a YACF equivalent, possibly involving cries of 'Cake'. ;D
Wasn't that very same cry once suggested on the old C+ forum? Or perhaps the cry was Cake Stop. I can't remember.
Post by: TimO on 06 September, 2009, 08:40:38 am
I can't help thinking there should be a YACF equivalent, possibly involving cries of 'Cake'. ;D
Wasn't that very same cry once suggested on the old C+ forum? Or perhaps the cry was Cake Stop. I can't remember.
I don't remember it coming up on a previous forum, but clearly if it's been thought of multiple times, it is the correct cry. Dunno about the response though: "Yes please" ? ;D
Post by: nicknack on 06 September, 2009, 10:51:26 am
I can't help thinking there should be a YACF equivalent, possibly involving cries of 'Cake'. ;D
I thought it already was:
"Chain's a bit..."
Post by: toekneep on 06 September, 2009, 06:47:53 pm
Post by: Zoidburg on 06 September, 2009, 07:03:16 pm
(http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x273/meeshalien/body_snatchers.jpg)
Post by: toekneep on 06 September, 2009, 07:11:57 pm
It's a bit like this.
(http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x273/meeshalien/body_snatchers.jpg)
That is almost exactly what I looked like. Without the tie of course. Or the mac. Or moustache come to think of it. But otherwise, yes, exactly what I looked like. (Or the hair) ;D
Post by: alan on 06 September, 2009, 07:55:44 pm
Post by: ed_o_brain on 06 September, 2009, 09:41:46 pm
YouTube - alan partridge dan!!!! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c7Na6z03tW4)
;) :P
It was great to meet you and Gill. Enjoy your touring!!
Post by: clarion on 06 September, 2009, 10:11:59 pm
Weird colours, I know, but it's to do with the flag of the Second Spanish Republic, which a lot of Clarion members went to defend, in the International Brigades (flag link (http://www.nzhistory.net.nz/files/images/international-brigade-flag.jpg))
Post by: RJ on 06 September, 2009, 10:22:18 pm
Post by: clarion on 06 September, 2009, 10:29:09 pm
Post by: alan on 07 September, 2009, 10:39:02 am
* a compliment in the local lingo :thumbsup:
Post by: clarion on 07 September, 2009, 10:46:27 am
1895 was the year the Clarion CC was founded. I wasn't born till...well, a year or two later. ;)
It does indeed say No Pasaran on the sleeve. But I suspect that may be untrue for a lot of fast commuters on the A3 ;D
I was right. Passed by about ten riders. :-[
Now I need to work out how I can afford to buy a jersey from the other Clarion! ;D
Post by: alan on 07 September, 2009, 10:49:08 am
I shall be particularly easy
& by the way,stop putting yourself down as being "easy" :demon:
You don't deserve it ;D
Post by: RJ on 07 September, 2009, 02:10:11 pm
It does indeed say No Pasaran on the sleeve. But I suspect that may be untrue for a lot of fast commuters on the A3 ;D
I was right. Passed by about ten riders. :-[
Far too literal, old chap :)
Post by: clarion on 08 September, 2009, 08:58:53 pm
It was Butterfly, in fact, though she rather let the side down by not shouting 'Boots!' ;D
Post by: alan on 11 September, 2009, 03:30:41 pm
Was it Tonycollinet I wonder.
Post by: nuttycyclist on 11 September, 2009, 03:49:26 pm
Post by: Regulator on 11 September, 2009, 05:02:57 pm
Lunchtime. Queensway. Spotted a certain Wowbgger heading the other way.
He must have seen you coming.... ;) :P ;D
Post by: tonycollinet on 11 September, 2009, 06:29:57 pm
This morning at 0835 hrs,turning right off the A34 onto Watery Lane(?) adjacent to Jubilee garage: rider with helmet on white frame,flat bars ,possibly front susp..
Was it Tonycollinet I wonder.
Sadly not. My bike is white, but no helmet this morning, and I arrived at work (about 10+ minutes away) at 8:30.
Post by: Adam on 11 September, 2009, 08:13:16 pm
Post by: PaulR on 14 September, 2009, 09:08:30 am
I was sliding serenely past the stationary traffic on the approach to Elephant from the Old Kent Road when I spotted a cyclist doing the same in the opposite direction.
"What a nice combination of colours he has on his jersey", mused PaulR. "Nice sensible bike too", he added to himself. "Oh look", he thought, "His shirt says National Clarion on it!".
And so I passed Clarion within inches, a second or two before I realised that the chap who looked like Clarion, who was wearing a Clarion short and riding a clarion bike on the approach to where Clarion works might actually have been Clarion.
Have a good morning
Post by: clarion on 14 September, 2009, 09:13:26 am
Actually, given the abysmal ride time I managed this morning, that's almost the fastest I rode this morning :(
Glad the Clarion jersey gets attention. I hope the CWU logo doesn't get ma any stick when the postal strikes bite!
PS: Nice sensible bike :) That's pretty much it. It was my do-everything Orbit Silver Medal, with 'Clarion' on the top tube. :)
Post by: DrMekon on 14 September, 2009, 11:39:36 am
goes off to look for socialist cycling clubs
Post by: clarion on 14 September, 2009, 11:43:34 am
That Clarion top is superb.
goes off to look for socialist cycling clubs
Don't bother looking too hard. There's only one and a half. ;D
One is the National Clarion 1895. The half is the National Clarion. It's currently being led by 'non-political' members (for which read non-socialists; everything's political), but a lot of the members are sound. :thumbsup:
I'm a member of both, though relations have been acrimonious at times.
Quote
Judean Peoples' Front? Splitters!:-\
Post by: Andrij on 14 September, 2009, 11:54:05 am
But not with those guys over there. That bunch of splitters is ideologically unsound.
:P
Post by: clarion on 14 September, 2009, 11:56:48 am
Though I might have gone for: Proletarier aller Lander, vereinigt euch! if you can throw in some umlauts. ;)
Post by: Andrij on 14 September, 2009, 12:02:55 pm
Exactly. Exactly that. ;D
Though I might have gone for: Proletarier aller Lander, vereinigt euch! if you can throw in some umlauts. ;)
Ask, and ye shall receive: Proletarier aller Länder, vereinigt euch!
I'm surprised - there is no German language page about this phrase on wikipedia.
Post by: clarion on 14 September, 2009, 12:08:41 pm
Post by: Regulator on 25 September, 2009, 12:47:37 pm
I was attending a meeting at the office where she works and our paths crossed in a lift.
Post by: Andrij on 26 September, 2009, 10:49:06 pm
bent mikey
Post by: Bledlow on 27 September, 2009, 11:50:05 pm
bent mikeyGeddit right!
Wendy
Post by: clarion on 28 September, 2009, 09:33:08 am
Post by: alan on 28 September, 2009, 02:11:59 pm
Seen this morning approx 0940hrs, east bound on A556 between M6:J20 & Bucklow Hill.
The bike might have been black or dark blue or very dark green(I am colour blind :-[ ) but the brake & gear outer cables were definately white.
Post by: alan on 28 September, 2009, 02:13:30 pm
N5 TKP
Guess who sprang to mind ;D
Post by: nuttycyclist on 01 October, 2009, 11:22:13 pm
He may have mistaken me for St Simon of the Legg Bandage due to recent injuries.
Post by: clarion on 02 October, 2009, 09:46:26 am
It was Superstoker! :thumbsup:
Post by: toekneep on 04 October, 2009, 06:20:42 pm
It was a very sociable ride all round really. We met another couple of local cycling friends and then caught up a friend of Mrs. TKP's later in the ride and cycled with her for a few miles. When we finally arrived back in the village three other chums from the club were enjoying a well earned drink at the local. Jolly nice.
Post by: peliroja on 04 October, 2009, 06:23:28 pm
Post by: clarion on 09 October, 2009, 10:51:12 am
I knew it was worth wearing the jersey & riding a different route :)
Post by: Adrian on 10 October, 2009, 02:01:14 am
Struggling over the Norbury summit of the Col du Streatham last night, I'd dropped a couple of posey roadies, when a chap appeared from behind. But I was the spottee (is that the word? Spotty, maybe? Dunno), so I let him tell.
I knew it was worth wearing the jersey & riding a different route :)
And a pleasure to meet you again it was to.
Post by: Butterfly on 10 October, 2009, 06:41:59 pm
Post by: jellied on 10 October, 2009, 07:38:03 pm
Spotted a few lurkers at the CycleShow itself.
(http://www.ealingcycling.org.uk/SiteImages/tmp/HPIM4306.JPG)
Post by: Ian H on 10 October, 2009, 07:53:27 pm
Post by: Tourist Tony on 11 October, 2009, 09:03:31 am
Post by: PaulR on 12 October, 2009, 12:29:06 pm
Chatted to Life of Brian at the Catford CC hill climb; he's hoping to be on the Whitstable FNRttC to mark the anniversay of his Seasalter tumble.
Accosted FWN who was wielding a big camera.
Post by: Wendy on 12 October, 2009, 12:56:00 pm
I'm pretty sure it was Wendy who waved at me cheerily from the other side of the road at Biggin Hill at about 9.30 yesterday morning. There can't be that many 40mph recumbent riders in Biggin Hill with a fondness for flashy lights, blue kit and cheery waves.
Chatted to Life of Brian at the Catford CC hill climb; he's hoping to be on the Whitstable FNRttC to mark the anniversay of his Seasalter tumble.
Accosted FWN who was wielding a big camera.
Yup, that was me! Which one were you, or rather where exactly did we pass, there were loads of people out yesterday!
Post by: PaulR on 12 October, 2009, 01:03:05 pm
I was riding south on a metallic red road bike with black finishing bits, wearing black kit and a white helmet. We passed by the bus stop alongside the main section of the airport.
Post by: nuttycyclist on 12 October, 2009, 01:11:09 pm
I was the one leaving a trail of guinness fumes...
I was riding south on a metallic red road bike with black finishing bits, wearing black kit and a white helmet. We passed by the bus stop alongside the main section of the airport.
So you looked like a guinness as well as smelling like one ;D
Post by: Wendy on 12 October, 2009, 01:15:32 pm
Post by: alan on 12 October, 2009, 07:22:36 pm
Anyone of this parish I wonder?
Post by: Zoidburg on 13 October, 2009, 04:48:38 pm
A cyclist on the A34 travelling from Stafford to Stone this afternoon approx1645 hrs.Straight bars:single rear pannier on nearside of rack.Sounds like Lord Gordy of Stone on his winter hack.
Anyone of this parish I wonder?
Post by: alan on 13 October, 2009, 04:58:32 pm
That was my first thought but I suspect it wasn't him not least because AIUI he does not use that paricular part of the A34 & the bike was not a Ridgeback with disc brakes.A cyclist on the A34 travelling from Stafford to Stone this afternoon approx1645 hrs.Straight bars:single rear pannier on nearside of rack.Sounds like Lord Gordy of Stone on his winter hack.
Anyone of this parish I wonder?
Post by: Zoidburg on 13 October, 2009, 05:00:58 pm
Post by: alan on 13 October, 2009, 05:04:46 pm
If it was a yellow MTB with slicks it would have been my mate Steve.
IIRC it was very dark green,almost black(be aware:I am colour blind :-[)
Post by: Zoidburg on 13 October, 2009, 05:09:43 pm
Post by: mr magnolia on 14 October, 2009, 12:34:09 pm
I assume you weren't stopped by the representatiives of mr plod that were stopping some and advising that cycling is not allowed? Seemed a bit more daft than usual, given that the official policy is 'live and let live' and in any case the Council is planning on removing the cycling ban! I think Towerbank has one of the biggest proportion of 'cycle to school' kids in Embra - and thats partly because we have a prom to cycle along!
Post by: MercuryKev on 14 October, 2009, 02:26:53 pm
Mercury Kev - carefully slaloming through the Towerbank children along the prom this morning.
I assume you weren't stopped by the representatiives of mr plod that were stopping some and advising that cycling is not allowed? Seemed a bit more daft than usual, given that the official policy is 'live and let live' and in any case the Council is planning on removing the cycling ban! I think Towerbank has one of the biggest proportion of 'cycle to school' kids in Embra - and thats partly because we have a prom to cycle along!
Caught red handed! When i'm riding the Brompton I like to think that it's more of a cute toy than a bike, so surely the same cycling rules don't apply. The plod turned out just to be traffic wardens and ,although they did should something at me, I just kept riding. There is no way I could have broken parking regulations, the speed I was going :-)
Post by: Basil on 02 November, 2009, 03:18:31 pm
Heading south on Raddlebarn Rd. 2:50 monday.
Cycling in the same direction as I was walking so no time to be sure. Looked like a high end Discovery with front pannier racks?
Hi Kim. (If it was you)
Post by: toekneep on 02 November, 2009, 03:39:52 pm
Post by: Zoidburg on 02 November, 2009, 05:09:22 pm
Almost forgot, Gordy, at the World Cup in Manchester.Bloody hell
Gordy has stepped his game up somewhat since the last time I saw him!
Post by: alan on 02 November, 2009, 05:17:23 pm
Almost forgot, Gordy, at the World Cup in Manchester.Bloody hell
Gordy has stepped his game up somewhat since the last time I saw him!
;D ;D
Post by: PaulR on 03 November, 2009, 09:00:40 am
Post by: clarion on 03 November, 2009, 09:26:11 am
I heard you call, but I didn't get a decent geg at you, cause I was a bit worried about a congested & wet E&C RAB.
Sorry if I was a bit cheeky pulling out in front of you - it was really difficult getting a gap :-\
Post by: PaulR on 03 November, 2009, 09:41:15 am
It's the ones that can't decide which lane to ride in that worry me, as it prevents me from taking a line that's clear to any driver coming up behind me.
Post by: clarion on 03 November, 2009, 09:45:44 am
I'm glad I waited in the queue between Walworth Road and E&C roundabouts rather than filter through, and I'm glad I wore the club jersey today too, cause it meant you spotted me. I was still smiling about that when I got to work. :thumbsup:
Post by: Kim on 03 November, 2009, 03:54:04 pm
I think I've just spotted a Kim.
Heading south on Raddlebarn Rd. 2:50 monday.
Cycling in the same direction as I was walking so no time to be sure. Looked like a high end Discovery with front pannier racks?
Hi Kim. (If it was you)
Yeah, that'll be me. It's a Discovery 501, and now sports both front racks - I did the camping weekend with one lightly-loaded front pannier and a D-lock almost but not quite entirely failing to balance it, as the rack fouled the QR lever (now sorted with a security allen key skewer).
Aren't cyclists great? Anyone else would mention the hair... :)
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 12 November, 2009, 10:28:28 am
Post by: Greenbank on 12 November, 2009, 11:02:48 am
I've bumped into both Little Miss Mac and Zipperhead recently on the Embankment heading eastbound on the way to work. Anyone else regularly ride the bit between Chelsea & Lambeth Bridges?
Me. I do Putney Bridge, New King's Road, Edith Grove, Cheyne Walk, Chelsea Embankment, Grosvenor Road, Millbank, Lambeth Bridge, Fulham Palace Road, York Road, Upper Ground.
I see Zipperhead every so often. Never seen LMM on that stretch though. Probably because I usually do that stretch some time between 9am and 9.30am as I'm a lazy git.
Red Condor Tempo with tri-bars.
That wasn't you this morning in the orange jacket on Millbank was it?
Post by: little miss mac on 12 November, 2009, 11:11:11 am
I've bumped into both Little Miss Mac and Zipperhead recently on the Embankment heading eastbound on the way to work. Anyone else regularly ride the bit between Chelsea & Lambeth Bridges?Never seen LMM on that stretch though. Probably because I usually do that stretch some time between 9am and 9.30am as I'm a lazy git.
You need to get out of bed half an hour earlier to catch me :D
Post by: clarion on 12 November, 2009, 11:16:13 am
I used to go along Embankment to work, when I was near Parliament Square, but I got fed up with the motons at Lambeth Bridge RAB & the Square itself, so I used the back roads - John Islip St etc, which were quieter & flowed better.
But if I'm heading back south of the river, then Embankment is fine with me. :)
Post by: TimO on 12 November, 2009, 11:22:42 am
... Anyone else regularly ride the bit between Chelsea & Lambeth Bridges?
I regularly cross Embankment at Chelsea Bridge, but I continue northwards on Chelsea Bridge Road.
I think I've seen one other yacfer in about the last five years, the chap who works at Google, but I forgot who that is (and that was actually about a mile further south on Cedars Road, but clearly headed towards Chelsea Bridge).
Post by: Greenbank on 16 November, 2009, 08:14:41 pm
Saw Zipperhead again today, but that's becoming far too regular an occurrence to post about. If I see him it's just a reminder than I should be getting out of bed earlier.
Post by: rogerzilla on 16 November, 2009, 08:51:03 pm
I saw Xav today (who some may remember from LEL) however he registered here and didn't post so he has been culled.People are only culled if they have never logged in (two months from registration) since we assume they have forgotten all about registering. No-one is culled for not posting.
Post by: Greenbank on 16 November, 2009, 09:13:06 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 16 November, 2009, 09:20:37 pm
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 16 November, 2009, 11:16:12 pm
I've bumped into both Little Miss Mac and Zipperhead recently on the Embankment heading eastbound on the way to work. Anyone else regularly ride the bit between Chelsea & Lambeth Bridges?
Me. I do Putney Bridge, New King's Road, Edith Grove, Cheyne Walk, Chelsea Embankment, Grosvenor Road, Millbank, Lambeth Bridge, Fulham Palace Road, York Road, Upper Ground.
I see Zipperhead every so often. Never seen LMM on that stretch though. Probably because I usually do that stretch some time between 9am and 9.30am as I'm a lazy git.
Red Condor Tempo with tri-bars.
That wasn't you this morning in the orange jacket on Millbank was it?
Nope, you'll usually see me in a Foska pirate jersey, stupidly long blonde hair, on a Ribble.
Post by: peliroja on 22 November, 2009, 08:16:58 pm
I ride a short stretch of the Embankment every day from Cheyne Walk up to Royal Hospital Road, where I turn off and head up towards Victoria. I don't regularly see forummers, however.... Anyone else regularly ride the bit between Chelsea & Lambeth Bridges?
I regularly cross Embankment at Chelsea Bridge, but I continue northwards on Chelsea Bridge Road.
Post by: clarion on 25 November, 2009, 12:26:09 pm
Who was the mystery stealth forumite?
Of course, it may have been someone who knows the Clarion, and spotted the logo on my top ube, but, given I was wearing my yacf jersey, I think it's more likely to be someone from here (maybe walking? in a car?).
Post by: PaulR on 25 November, 2009, 12:44:11 pm
Post by: clarion on 25 November, 2009, 12:48:54 pm
Never mind, dear, it happens to all old folk... ;)
Post by: TimO on 25 November, 2009, 12:54:16 pm
He had a handkerchief (or possible smog mask) over his face, like he was off to raid the noon stagecoach, and passed too fast for me to see who he was, or what the bike was, but he must have known me since he waved !
I don't think there are many recumbenteers in London who I know, who aren't on this forum, so it must have been one of you lot. ;D
Post by: little miss mac on 25 November, 2009, 01:30:27 pm
Wendy, was that you dear? It didn't click until I was past, otherwise I would have stopped to say hi...
Post by: Wendy on 25 November, 2009, 01:34:56 pm
Ooh, talking of suspect bents, I thought I might have spotted bentmikey on my way home through Battersea Park the other week. It was dark, and the bloke in question was sitting on the kerb in front of a whizzy looking black bent, donning a pair of skates. Possibly some lycra in evidence.
Wendy, was that you dear? It didn't click until I was past, otherwise I would have stopped to say hi...
Defo, we're doing a fair bit of training there on Thursday evenings from 19.00ish. Stop and say Hi next time!!
Post by: rower40 on 29 November, 2009, 02:03:21 am
(I won't be offended if you didn't see my Brompton.)
Post by: Marj on 30 November, 2009, 02:51:12 pm
Post by: Wendy on 30 November, 2009, 02:55:58 pm
Post by: Valiant on 04 December, 2009, 06:56:26 pm
Post by: Phil on 04 December, 2009, 07:07:48 pm
Post by: Valiant on 04 December, 2009, 07:15:18 pm
Post by: andrewc on 04 December, 2009, 10:02:42 pm
Good spot! I was just coming back from the pool. I'm living about two hundred yards from your office :D
How's the wonderful world of paid employment treating you Phil ?
Fun times up in Liverpool, http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/merseyside/8382224.stm I've not eaten there for a while and will be taking a kevlar vest for my next visit!
Post by: clarion on 08 December, 2009, 09:15:05 am
Aaaaanyway, some of you may remember Ron the Chef, or Ronnie the Scot. It was he. He was riding a very smart black & white bike with 'Ronnie the Scot' on the downtube.
I hope he comes & finds us here. Nice chap :)
Post by: Wendy on 08 December, 2009, 09:17:48 am
Aaaaanyway, some of you may remember Ron the Chef, or Ronnie the Scot. It was he. He was riding a very smart black & white bike with 'Ronnie the Scot' on the downtube.
I hope he comes & finds us here. Nice chap :)
I know Ronnie! I "saw" him online on the DPNC group not too long ago.
Post by: Wendy on 10 December, 2009, 11:16:59 pm
Post by: Oaky on 20 December, 2009, 09:36:27 pm
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Post by: L CC on 26 December, 2009, 03:21:50 pm
I waved but I was in a CAR and he (if it was him) had that very determined look and didn't notice...
Post by: Wowbagger on 26 December, 2009, 03:23:48 pm
wowbagger, in my garden, hanging around since Friday.(click to show/hide)
Too thin. :-[
Post by: Wobbly John on 30 December, 2009, 09:59:54 pm
Post by: Zoidburg on 31 December, 2009, 12:26:51 am
Saw a Luke look-alike at 5 to 2 on the A52 between Cheadle(Staffs) & Stoke,carrying two panniers front & rear,honking up Richmore Hill.In Stokey that is pronounced "Luke luke-alike".
Post by: TimO on 03 January, 2010, 03:29:29 pm
After almost ten years in London, that's the third time I've randomly met someone on foot, which given the population and area is probably an unusually high figure!
Post by: clarion on 03 January, 2010, 04:18:48 pm
But we don't live very far away... :)
ftr, it was Clarion, Butterfly, Superstoker and Our Kid, so TimO scores a full house, as it were. ;D
Post by: little miss mac on 20 January, 2010, 09:54:34 am
Post by: clarion on 20 January, 2010, 10:08:56 am
Post by: PaulR on 20 January, 2010, 12:55:36 pm
Post by: clarion on 20 January, 2010, 12:58:16 pm
*Of course, he may just have been miserable because some rotter had sawn off his handlebars to a ridiculous stump ;D
Post by: Jaded on 20 January, 2010, 01:13:01 pm
I really ought to have offered her my piping hot vegetable samosa...
Such poetic chat-up lines you have! ;D
Post by: PaulR on 07 February, 2010, 11:31:00 am
Anyway, at 9.08 yesterday morning I spied Wendy on his upwrong heading north past Bromley. I was being a mondeo-enger taking elder son to band practice. Then at about 6 in the evening I had just dropped daughter at Downham pool and there was Wendy heading back down the A21.
I had no samosas with me.
Post by: Wendy on 07 February, 2010, 06:30:04 pm
Maybe.
Anyway, at 9.08 yesterday morning I spied Wendy on his upwrong heading north past Bromley. I was being a mondeo-enger taking elder son to band practice. Then at about 6 in the evening I had just dropped daughter at Downham pool and there was Wendy heading back down the A21.
I had no samosas with me.
:D It was me! Egad my butt is achy now, although much better since I bought a wider saddle. :-[ :-[
Post by: SandyV on 08 February, 2010, 07:29:18 am
Post by: clarion on 08 February, 2010, 10:39:56 am
Post by: Wendy on 08 February, 2010, 11:39:51 am
I think I saw Wendy in today's Yehuda Moon (http://www.yehudamoon.com/index.php?date=2010-02-08) ;)
LOL! Lucas Brunelle perhaps.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 12 February, 2010, 12:20:18 am
Post by: Zipperhead on 12 February, 2010, 02:27:30 pm
I continued on a short while afterwards, but he was going so fast that although I could match his speed, I couldn't catch up, so I turned off and went home for a cuppa.
Post by: Gandalf on 25 February, 2010, 04:07:43 pm
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 25 February, 2010, 04:13:14 pm
I saw Wascally Weasel last night, I was stationary at the time, and he overtook me at fairly low speed, did he say hello? Did he bugger!
I continued on a short while afterwards, but he was going so fast that although I could match his speed, I couldn't catch up, so I turned off and went home for a cuppa.
Oops :-[ :-[ :-[
I do always say hello when I think I recognise people. Since I was also spotted by a member in a white van Q-ship, I'm going to have to resolve to be nice to those too!
Post by: Greenbank on 25 February, 2010, 04:37:02 pm
Since I've never met you I wasn't sure (only seen photos) and I was on foot on my way to the train so I wasn't going to blurt out "Are you Random Person From The Internet?".
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 25 February, 2010, 05:15:28 pm
Reminds me. I think I spotted you (WW) one morning stopped at the traffic lights (Upper Richmond Road at the bottom of Putney Hill) at 8.30am-ish a week or two ago (don't you love the specifics).
Since I've never met you I wasn't sure (only seen photos) and I was on foot on my way to the train so I wasn't going to blurt out "Are you Random Person From The Internet?".
Sounds entirely plausible, I do go that way sometimes. I don’t mind anyone asking me if I’m Wascally Weasel but I suspect that it might be a bizarre question to ask if it’s not me. This consideration has prevented me asking any of the skate instructors I occasionally see in Hyde Park if they are Bentmikey. Probably a lovely reaction if it is, less nice if it isn’t. His name change hasn’t really altered this conundrum.
Post by: Wendy on 25 February, 2010, 06:05:54 pm
Post by: TimO on 25 February, 2010, 06:17:33 pm
LOL, you could always ask if I'm Mikey. Lycra plus Giro helmet plus skates with BIG wheels by the Albert Memorial, that'll almost certainly be me. None of the other instructors wear lycra.
It's probably also fairly rare to see instructors using speed skates as well!
(although you do get the odd other skater going through there on them).
Post by: PaulR on 26 February, 2010, 01:39:20 pm
I don’t mind anyone asking me if I’m Wascally Weasel but I suspect that it might be a bizarre question to ask if it’s not me.
Well, I did once ask a chap at CM if he was Wascally Weasel and he wasn't. He seemed quite baffled by the question. I vaguely recall he might have turned out to be one of the Space Hijackers. I'm more cautious now.
Post by: Andrij on 26 February, 2010, 02:18:44 pm
I don’t mind anyone asking me if I’m Wascally Weasel but I suspect that it might be a bizarre question to ask if it’s not me.
Well, I did once ask a chap at CM if he was Wascally Weasel and he wasn't. He seemed quite baffled by the question. I vaguely recall he might have turned out to be one of the Space Hijackers. I'm more cautious now.
If you guessed according to the hair then you will probably have spoken to Dave.
Post by: RichForrest on 26 February, 2010, 08:35:22 pm
Post by: Bledlow on 27 February, 2010, 07:12:27 pm
PS. Were there any others hanging around in the hall at about 2-2.30 pm?
Post by: PaulF on 01 March, 2010, 09:36:04 am
8:45ish between Robin Hood & Roehampton gates.
Post by: David Martin on 01 March, 2010, 09:41:46 am
..d
Post by: alexb on 03 March, 2010, 09:59:04 am
Post by: phil d on 03 March, 2010, 01:51:26 pm
Post by: clarion on 03 March, 2010, 01:56:47 pm
Post by: phil d on 03 March, 2010, 02:15:30 pm
Post by: Charlotte on 10 March, 2010, 12:44:17 pm
He diverted to cycle with me up to the A40 and we had a nice chat :)
Post by: tiermat on 10 March, 2010, 12:48:18 pm
Jolly nice chap, that jellied guy
Post by: jellied on 10 March, 2010, 02:08:10 pm
Chain slackness solved thanks to C. - loss of chain twice in 200 metres rather than once a month may have been related to speed one does when not cycling solo.
Post by: jellied on 19 March, 2010, 08:55:24 am
Post by: Charlotte on 19 March, 2010, 09:20:34 am
Post by: clarion on 19 March, 2010, 09:57:44 am
Post by: clarion on 19 March, 2010, 09:58:45 am
Post by: Auntie Helen on 19 March, 2010, 10:03:00 am
Post by: Charlotte on 19 March, 2010, 10:17:14 am
:hand: My Way was not Sex Pistols, but on Sid Sings, credited to Sid Vicious (though Steve Jones did play guitar on it). </punkgeek>
I now have a mental picture of you wearing Vivienne Westwood tartan bondage trousers and a ripped T-shirt, with a safety pin through your nose and a scowl on your face.
Kind of like Sid Snot, but with a Carradice saddlebag :)
Post by: clarion on 19 March, 2010, 10:24:23 am
Post by: longers on 20 March, 2010, 12:02:40 am
Post by: Adrian on 20 March, 2010, 01:20:27 am
I was only 12 in 1976,
So young.
Post by: nuttycyclist on 20 March, 2010, 01:25:38 am
Maybe.
Anyway, at 9.08 yesterday morning I spied Wendy on his upwrong heading north past Bromley. I was being a mondeo-enger taking elder son to band practice. Then at about 6 in the evening I had just dropped daughter at Downham pool and there was Wendy heading back down the A21.
I had no samosas with me.
:D It was me! Egad my butt is achy now, although much better since I bought a wider saddle. :-[ :-[
You sir, ride a lady's saddle sir :P :P
Post by: clarion on 20 March, 2010, 11:29:46 pm
Actually, I spotted Dobbin first, a noble steed, waiting patiently outside...
Post by: alecstilleyedye on 21 March, 2010, 05:18:04 pm
Post by: longers on 21 March, 2010, 05:48:59 pm
it perhaps doesn't count as a spot…
I've just popped in to say I seen you today so hopefully two wrongs make a right. Nice bike mister.
Post by: Cunobelin on 21 March, 2010, 08:07:35 pm
A bit like that, yes. ;D And I was only 12 in 1976, so no bondage trousers for me. Besides, I was more of a Northern punk (a la Buzzcocks etc) rather than an emulator of the Bromley Contingent, who we tended to regard as fashion victims. We wore black.
A Pre-Goth then?
Post by: alecstilleyedye on 21 March, 2010, 10:20:42 pm
ta. don't think sharky enjoyed his watery coke though…it perhaps doesn't count as a spot…
I've just popped in to say I seen you today so hopefully two wrongs make a right. Nice bike mister.
Post by: chris on 28 March, 2010, 10:41:50 pm
Post by: clarion on 28 March, 2010, 10:42:51 pm
Post by: chris on 28 March, 2010, 10:50:15 pm
Actually, we were buying mini sporks. Not half so macho :-[
For eating the cake?
Post by: clarion on 29 March, 2010, 09:13:47 am
Post by: CrinklyLion on 03 April, 2010, 12:24:47 pm
Post by: Andrij on 10 April, 2010, 12:56:44 pm
* While never a fantastic pub, I was saddened to see that it is now a bookmakers.
Post by: alecstilleyedye on 10 April, 2010, 05:28:26 pm
Post by: Wendy on 10 April, 2010, 07:06:32 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 12 April, 2010, 11:25:22 pm
Post by: Charlotte on 13 April, 2010, 07:49:32 am
Aunty Charlotte at the real tweed deal cycle ride. About a 1000 of the sods cycled through, stopped my lesson completely. LOL!
Soz :-[
Post by: Wendy on 13 April, 2010, 07:59:32 am
Post by: matthew on 13 April, 2010, 09:19:08 am
TT was that you? It wasn't me, but my tandeming friends Tall Phil and Not So Tall Verna on the train yesterday.
See:
Hopped atrain to get to Horsham (the A264 is a seriously scary road in the dark) and ran firstly into a couple returning from Majorca with their S&S equipped tandem, and then a random lady Bromptonista. The tandemers turned out to be friends of Tim Hall, and the Brommer was into Moultons, and we just nattered bikes and 'bents and trikes and.....
Just nice.
in on the commute today.
Post by: Jacomus on 13 April, 2010, 09:22:15 am
Post by: Adrian on 13 April, 2010, 07:31:32 pm
Sub-spot - a week ago or so Emily met Adrian on her commute (I had left the house on time and thus didn't)
And a pleasure it was too.
Post by: clarion on 15 April, 2010, 09:48:09 am
Post by: Riggers on 15 April, 2010, 09:49:35 am
Post by: Zipperhead on 17 April, 2010, 10:44:35 pm
I didn't think I'd see him in his normal patch as something else was taking up his training ground
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Post by: The Seldom Killer on 19 April, 2010, 10:26:29 am
Post by: border-rider on 19 April, 2010, 10:29:16 am
Post by: Wendy on 19 April, 2010, 10:30:53 am
I saw Wendy today (although he was too busy working hard to notice me).
I didn't think I'd see him in his normal patch as something else was taking up his training ground
Sorry about that! Mrs and the minis went on that yesterday, they had a great time. Can't say I'll be sad to see it go, this week hopefully.
Post by: The Seldom Killer on 19 April, 2010, 10:35:31 am
The Faccomb (4-1) (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=32112.0) ?
Yep, they look like the miscreants.
Post by: urban_biker on 19 April, 2010, 12:14:52 pm
Post by: clarion on 22 April, 2010, 09:51:45 am
I was riding from Tooting Bec towards Balham, when I heard a vague shout. Being a bit deaf, and knowing most shouts are something ignorant, ill-informed and unenlightening from motorists, I was about to ignore it, when I heard a clearer, 'Clarion!'.
Now, I know that a fellow Clarionette would probably shout 'Boots!', so I guessed that this was a forum spot. I eased off, but the rider wasn't going as fast as I reckoned he normally would. Puzzled, I slowed right down, and he explained he was guiding a colleague in, as it is Earth Day (Is it? I didn't know. Whoops :-[ ).
We exchanged a few words, then I wished him well, and set off again.
:)
Post by: little miss mac on 22 April, 2010, 11:13:28 am
Post by: clarion on 22 April, 2010, 11:21:48 am
I am sooooo rubbish at recognising people. He rides a Thorn, though. He probably recognised me from my Clarion jersey and the Clarion CC logo on the top tube, to be fair.
Post by: thing1 on 22 April, 2010, 11:25:37 am
When you belted right past me, if I'd anticipated how much pace you'd end up losing I might not have hollered quite so much. I was just very excited to see that jersey
Today's Earth Day doodle (http://www.google.co.uk/):
(http://www.google.co.uk/logos/earthday10-hp.gif)
(I thought it was Alice in Wonderland day when I first saw it)
Post by: clarion on 22 April, 2010, 11:30:22 am
But I wasn't sure. Sorry.
I have to say it was terribly exciting to be hailed by a fellow cyclist. :) :thumbsup: :)
And yes, a Thing2 in close proximity does aid recognition ;D
Post by: fuzzy on 25 April, 2010, 10:36:58 pm
Roger, were you cycling onto the roundabout where they recently demolished the Polcie Station, hacving descended the slight hill past the Courts at about 3:15 p.m. yetserday?
The rider I saw was on a drop barred bike which looked like it had a hub gear. The rider was in casual clothes and had a grey rucksack/ daypack on his back.
Post by: JT on 25 April, 2010, 11:28:52 pm
Post by: Jacomus on 26 April, 2010, 09:52:27 am
I cranked the pace up to the max to try and catch him (catching a rider who is carrying a tiny rucksack on a CF bike and giving it some thighs, whilst you are riding The Beast with 2 fully loaded panniers is hard work!)
" *gasp* Are... *gasp* you Greenbank *gasp* from... *gasp* y-a *gasp* c-f *gasp* ?"
"Nah-mate, I'm Neil"
I think I managed to puff some sort of apology for bothering him before I started to see stars and slowed waaaaaaaaay down.
::-) ::-)
Post by: Greenbank on 26 April, 2010, 10:40:16 am
Post by: clarion on 26 April, 2010, 11:56:21 am
Train Victoria-East Croydon. Wearing AUK polo shirt, and with a Dahon Vitesse with an AUK sticker on the rear 'guard.
I would have spoken to him if he'd not been so absorbed in his phone (playing a game?). I was curious (for which read 'jealous') that his Vitesse has an adjustable stem, whereas mine has a lamppost.
Post by: Rhys W on 26 April, 2010, 06:52:20 pm
Post by: Jacomus on 27 April, 2010, 06:00:20 pm
Heh. I have no Pinarello.
Oh.
Bugger.
Post by: Greenbank on 27 April, 2010, 06:17:07 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 27 April, 2010, 08:25:56 pm
I might have spotted Rogerzilla yesterday.
Roger, were you cycling onto the roundabout where they recently demolished the Polcie Station, hacving descended the slight hill past the Courts at about 3:15 p.m. yetserday?
The rider I saw was on a drop barred bike which looked like it had a hub gear. The rider was in casual clothes and had a grey rucksack/ daypack on his back.
Not me, guv. I was on such a bike yesterday, but out towards Hungerford, and I was also wearing YACF black kit (style over safety as usual :))
Post by: toekneep on 28 April, 2010, 08:05:20 pm
Post by: dasmoth on 29 April, 2010, 09:22:59 am
...on a singlespeed Pearson on Hills Road this morning?
Post by: Jacomus on 29 April, 2010, 09:31:44 am
Were you thinking of this? (http://www.greenbank.org/bikes/wilier.jpg)
*Drool* Yes I was.
Post by: TimO on 29 April, 2010, 10:11:42 am
Post by: Adrian on 29 April, 2010, 06:34:20 pm
I met young Adrian, on the A23 between Norbury and Streatham, before he went Brixton-ward and went left towards Tooting Bec Common. We negotiated the road works and gormless junction blocking lorry drivers whilst having a conversation and trying not to be distracted enough to get squished by a vehicle.
keep those compliments comming
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 29 April, 2010, 07:35:28 pm
I was going to shout but then became overcame with trepidation lest it not be you! I was going the other way and stopped waiting to turn right onto a cycle-only bit...
Post by: Wendy on 29 April, 2010, 10:40:28 pm
Wendy, was that you on your 'bent with a black tailbox going round by the Oval at 5.40pm today?
I was going to shout but then became overcame with trepidation lest it not be you! I was going the other way and stopped waiting to turn right onto a cycle-only bit...
Yup it was, wish you had shouted!!!
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 29 April, 2010, 10:54:58 pm
I will shout if I see you again...
Post by: Regulator on 30 April, 2010, 12:43:59 pm
A suspected Regulator...
...on a singlespeed Pearson on Hills Road this morning?
Probably me... did I have a yellow courier bag, blue lensed glasses and a Campag cap on?
Edit: And did I look rather fat in an IMBA top? ;)
P.S. I shan't be offended if you say 'Yes' ;D
Post by: clarion on 30 April, 2010, 12:49:30 pm
Post by: cyclone on 30 April, 2010, 06:34:53 pm
Most amusing as I had only just rounded the hairpin and remarked that I havent ever cycled up from this side.....
Post by: Jacomus on 30 April, 2010, 06:38:40 pm
I met young Adrian, on the A23 between Norbury and Streatham, before he went Brixton-ward and went left towards Tooting Bec Common. We negotiated the road works and gormless junction blocking lorry drivers whilst having a conversation and trying not to be distracted enough to get squished by a vehicle.
It seems that meetings involving young Adrian involve hairy vehicular situations - reportedly Emily and Adrian were in the vicinity of a fender bender / near fender bender when they met again on a recent commute. :o
Post by: Adrian on 30 April, 2010, 08:11:37 pm
I met young Adrian, on the A23 between Norbury and Streatham, before he went Brixton-ward and went left towards Tooting Bec Common. We negotiated the road works and gormless junction blocking lorry drivers whilst having a conversation and trying not to be distracted enough to get squished by a vehicle.
It seems that meetings involving young Adrian involve hairy vehicular situations - reportedly Emily and Adrian were in the vicinity of a fender bender / near fender bender when they met again on a recent commute. :o
Indeed we were. The poor woman was so relieved to see two cyclists stop so that she could turn left across the bus lane, that she forgot to check that the vehicle in front was out of the way. I didn't feel sufficiently sorry to stick around though.
Post by: Wendy on 01 May, 2010, 07:25:19 pm
Post by: Charlotte on 01 May, 2010, 07:41:55 pm
I sometimes wonder if you get fed up with YACFers, CCers and others stopping to say hi - especially if you're in the middle of a lesson!
Post by: Wendy on 01 May, 2010, 07:53:44 pm
Always a pleasure to see you, Mike :)
I sometimes wonder if you get fed up with YACFers, CCers and others stopping to say hi - especially if you're in the middle of a lesson!
No chance, it's awesome when you guys stop by! If I can't chat, I'll be obvious and direct about it, but I'll always try to.
Post by: Greenbank on 01 May, 2010, 07:59:11 pm
Spotted and briefly chatted to a smiling Peliroja on Thursday morning on Cheyne Walk.
Bonnes vacances y felices fiestas.
Post by: Adam on 02 May, 2010, 07:42:58 am
Post by: rogerzilla on 02 May, 2010, 12:36:45 pm
I'm mildly disturbed to see that they need public liability insurance.
Post by: jogler on 02 May, 2010, 05:51:00 pm
If they were expecting a SW wind they were dissappointed :(
The E2E season is certainly underway methinks.Whoever they are,bon voyage.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 04 May, 2010, 10:40:25 pm
Post by: darkpoint on 05 May, 2010, 09:00:27 am
A nice socialble chat always makes the riding easier...
Post by: clarion on 05 May, 2010, 09:06:35 am
I was going to put on my yacf jersey this morning in the hope of being spotted (I seem to cross an awful lot of folks' commutes), but I opted for my garish Clarion one instead, which, sadly (in one sense) is still a rare sight on the streets of London (or anywhere ;D ), so I'm not camouflaged in any way.
Post by: darkpoint on 05 May, 2010, 04:11:24 pm
Oddly I was just thinking, if I am going to see Clarion, it would be about here, and there you where... :-)
Post by: clarion on 05 May, 2010, 04:18:17 pm
Curiously, I did wonder yesterday when I was next going to see you :)
Post by: jellied on 07 May, 2010, 08:13:50 am
Post by: Charlotte on 07 May, 2010, 09:24:02 am
TBH, an Optima Baron isn't the ideal London commuting tool, but I'd been a-fettlin' and I wanted to see how it handled.
Fast 8)
Post by: clarion on 07 May, 2010, 09:27:36 am
Post by: Wendy on 07 May, 2010, 09:31:17 am
Post by: clarion on 07 May, 2010, 09:32:43 am
Post by: border-rider on 09 May, 2010, 11:52:25 am
He looked to be commuting so it'd be someone who lives there, I suppose
Post by: PaulF on 10 May, 2010, 11:57:45 am
Were you thinking of this? (http://www.greenbank.org/bikes/wilier.jpg)
Were you going past East Putney tube yesterday afternoon at about 330?
Post by: Greenbank on 10 May, 2010, 12:07:30 pm
Were you thinking of this? (http://www.greenbank.org/bikes/wilier.jpg)
Were you going past East Putney tube yesterday afternoon at about 330?
Nope, didn't get out on the bike yesterday at all. Recovering from Saturday's 200.
Post by: Redlight on 10 May, 2010, 08:32:04 pm
Post by: MercuryKev on 10 May, 2010, 10:29:56 pm
Post by: tiermat on 11 May, 2010, 12:16:10 pm
In this months Cycling Active (the one with the free DVD of bike maintenance on the front) there is an article about the Tweed Run. The first photo has a picture of the back of Aunty C's head in the background and the article mentions Mikey (not by name, but by description, as the cyclists disrupt his skating lesson)
Post by: clarion on 11 May, 2010, 12:18:26 pm
Post by: fuzzy on 11 May, 2010, 12:35:10 pm
This morning, I wore my Clarion jersey, and rode an extra 10km on roads I don't normally use, including along Embankment. I wasn't spotted :(
Try wearing a King of the Mountains jersey, you'll be spotted then.
Coat- Door- Run
;D
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 11 May, 2010, 12:37:01 pm
Post by: peliroja on 12 May, 2010, 08:16:51 pm
Post by: jogler on 12 May, 2010, 09:09:51 pm
Gordy?
Post by: clarion on 12 May, 2010, 09:11:23 pm
Post by: her_welshness on 14 May, 2010, 10:58:25 am
Post by: clarion on 14 May, 2010, 11:52:24 am
You should have shouted. I didn't spot you, I'm afraid :( :( :'(
Post by: her_welshness on 14 May, 2010, 01:14:54 pm
I was fully loaded, but late for work, so I was giving it some. Red forum jersey, of course.
You should have shouted. I didn't spot you, I'm afraid :( :( :'(
You were going too fast ;) I was literally just coming out of Vassall Road onto the southside of the A3 and there were loads of cyclists
Post by: clarion on 14 May, 2010, 01:17:41 pm
You were going too fast ;)
That is the most unlikely thing anyone has ever said to me ;D
I may sig it. ;)
Post by: her_welshness on 14 May, 2010, 01:23:47 pm
You were going too fast ;)
That is the most unlikely thing anyone has ever said to me ;D
I may sig it. ;)
No, you were! You were drafting someone at the time...
Post by: clarion on 14 May, 2010, 02:47:06 pm
Post by: Regulator on 14 May, 2010, 02:59:25 pm
I don't draft. I think I may have been about to overtake ;)
Had someone fallen off their bike in the road then? :P
;D
Post by: clarion on 14 May, 2010, 02:59:57 pm
Post by: pcolbeck on 15 May, 2010, 06:23:57 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 15 May, 2010, 11:27:47 pm
I was engrossed in the GPS output at the time..........
My purple yACF jersey was covered by a
Post by: Pippa on 16 May, 2010, 11:17:29 am
Post by: clarion on 18 May, 2010, 09:33:18 pm
Post by: David Martin on 20 May, 2010, 12:00:08 am
Post by: Valiant on 21 May, 2010, 12:36:05 am
Post by: border-rider on 21 May, 2010, 07:27:49 pm
Cycling and Accommodation in South Wales (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=33092.msg618387#msg618387)
Post by: Thing2 on 23 May, 2010, 09:29:24 pm
We were out for a quick ride and about to meet the our friends for lunch, Phil was Audaxing. It's quite funny to see people unexpectedly, in unexpected places.
Post by: phil d on 24 May, 2010, 01:08:18 pm
Post by: Rhys W on 24 May, 2010, 02:45:04 pm
Post by: dasmoth on 24 May, 2010, 02:50:31 pm
I saw at least one, if not two, tandems yesterday coming down off the Gospel Pass. Our clubrun (including myself and groucho) came up from the Hay side.
There were two tandems (yellow Thorn, white Cannondale) on the Gospel Pass 200. I don't think either were crewed by YACFers (but I may be wrong!). I also spotted a green kiddyback headed in the opposite direction near the top of the GP (no details, but did think that the crew looked distressingly non-knackered!) and a Thorn parked up just outside Hay-on-Wye. So a pretty good tandem-spotting haul for one day!
Post by: jellied on 24 May, 2010, 05:57:51 pm
Post by: clarion on 26 May, 2010, 11:50:25 am
Post by: toontra on 26 May, 2010, 12:22:36 pm
Theodbald's Road in London around 10am yesterday? Jurek and I were on Red Lion Street stopped at the traffic lights and saw a chap on a Van Nic with a black yacf jersey go sailing past. By the time it registered in my BRANE, it was too late to shout or wave.
Ah, just spotted this! Yes, that was me on my way to the Kent Invicta 400k. Well spotted!
Post by: Jurek on 27 May, 2010, 10:38:33 am
Theodbald's Road in London around 10am yesterday? Jurek and I were on Red Lion Street stopped at the traffic lights and saw a chap on a Van Nic with a black yacf jersey go sailing past. By the time it registered in my BRANE, it was too late to shout or wave.
Ah, just spotted this! Yes, that was me on my way to the Kent Invicta 400k. Well spotted!
Blimey! - At the time I did say to Pippa "It may've been toontra, he has a VN" - a bit bizarre given that I have met you just the once, at the start of a FNRttC gawd knows how long ago....
Post by: Regulator on 04 June, 2010, 09:08:48 am
Somebody sporting an orange YACF top on the DNA path between Addenbrooke's and Great Shelford.
Spotted by Mr R - if it had of been me doing the spotting I would, of course, have said hello.
Post by: clarion on 04 June, 2010, 02:01:25 pm
I was between Balham & Tooting Bec, when a tall, shaven-headed rider of a Charge Plug extended his hand and said, 'Clarion?'
I felt like Livingstone being discovered by Stanley, except that he wasn't wearing a jersey saying 'Livingstone', and didn't have 'Livingstone CC' on the top tube of his bike. or a bike. And he wasn't in Wandsworth.
Anyway, it was our new friend Origamist. :) After a few words, he sped off down the hill. I got caught by a bit of traffic then two pedestrian crossings before finally catching him at Tooting Broadway. just as the lights changed, and our paths parted...
Post by: Riggers on 04 June, 2010, 02:04:25 pm
Post by: clarion on 04 June, 2010, 02:15:55 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 06 June, 2010, 03:27:24 pm
Post by: Eccentrica Gallumbits on 06 June, 2010, 03:58:54 pm
Not a forumite as such, but I did see a chap with a leg bandageThat could be one of us! ;D
Post by: jogler on 06 June, 2010, 10:14:05 pm
Mr. Nesbit
Deano
Eck
Ariadne
Crystal Tips
Mercury Kev
Jord
Rimnod
David Martin
Post by: mike on 07 June, 2010, 08:49:39 pm
Post by: Ham on 10 June, 2010, 01:07:47 pm
Post by: Wendy on 10 June, 2010, 01:17:06 pm
Dunno. Going through Hyde Park Eastbound as I was headed westbound at about 7:15 this morning? No idea what he looks like but a recumbent with what looked as if it might have been a camera? could have been Bentmikey, could have been anyone really. combined speed would have been about 50mph. Good job I didn't find out too closely.
No not me, I could only be passing through there evenings during the week. Might have been Tiger?
Post by: Adrian on 10 June, 2010, 08:46:39 pm
Post by: DrMekon on 11 June, 2010, 07:19:34 am
Spotted yesterday (Thursday 3 June) at about 4.30 p.m.
Somebody sporting an orange YACF top on the DNA path between Addenbrooke's and Great Shelford.
Spotted by Mr R - if it had of been me doing the spotting I would, of course, have said hello.
Ah, that would be me. Do tell him to say hi next time.
Post by: clarion on 11 June, 2010, 09:09:36 am
Post by: oncemore on 11 June, 2010, 10:35:49 am
He's repeating his Nottingham - London ride on Sunday - but this time starting from the capital. "Ride safe".
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 11 June, 2010, 10:40:06 am
Post by: StuAff on 11 June, 2010, 10:46:00 am
Post by: little miss mac on 11 June, 2010, 10:46:54 am
I met up with LMM just before Lambeth Bridge RAB this morning (it would be more accurate to say she caught me up).
That makes me sound heroic... You were in fact stopped behind a car at a junction so it wasn't too difficult ;D
Post by: αdαmsκι on 11 June, 2010, 11:11:37 am
Stopped for a chat with adamski on Clifton Flyover this a.m. - he commuting, I daily pottering!
Good see you again and it made me ride to work far more enjoyable.
He's repeating his Nottingham - London ride on Sunday - but this time starting from the capital. "Ride safe".Not quite repeating as I'm going to via Lincolnshire, which'll give me a 50% increase in the distance ;D. Tho based on this (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=2177.msg642865#msg642865) I'm tempted to do it both ways >:(.
Post by: oncemore on 11 June, 2010, 11:44:03 am
Now that's just showing-off!!
The train stuff is truly ludicrous: "we know you did...we know you can prove it....just not precisely the right evidence". Drivel of the first order. Don't let 'em win.
Post by: Regulator on 11 June, 2010, 04:46:10 pm
Spotted yesterday (Thursday 3 June) at about 4.30 p.m.
Somebody sporting an orange YACF top on the DNA path between Addenbrooke's and Great Shelford.
Spotted by Mr R - if it had of been me doing the spotting I would, of course, have said hello.
Ah, that would be me. Do tell him to say hi next time.
I shall tell him to :thumbsup:
Post by: alexb on 11 June, 2010, 09:12:33 pm
Post by: αdαmsκι on 12 June, 2010, 10:07:14 pm
Post by: Wendy on 12 June, 2010, 10:15:48 pm
I happened upon Wendy in Hyde Park and then took him to a party ;D.
Cheers buddy, best thing that happened all day!
Post by: hellymedic on 12 June, 2010, 10:34:12 pm
Judith has a rather nice pink model with Ti parts.
Post by: clarion on 12 June, 2010, 10:45:36 pm
Spotted Butterfly, superstoker (is that his correct nom de guerre?) and Clarion this evening on Tooting Bec. Not sure if they knew who I was as I was on my Ridgeback and wearing a Dirt Rag shirt and baggy shorts.
Sorry, we missed out on spotting you. :(
Butterfly wondered if it was you, but it was the *wrong* bike...
Superstoker is now Teethgrinderlite (TGL) :)
Post by: Regulator on 13 June, 2010, 05:45:52 pm
...in my living room, drinking my tea and eating my biscuits.
:thumbsup:
Post by: hulver on 13 June, 2010, 07:23:19 pm
No idea if it was or not, and I was in a Taxi so couldn't wave.
Post by: Wendy on 13 June, 2010, 08:31:14 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 15 June, 2010, 10:15:06 pm
Post by: little miss mac on 15 June, 2010, 10:57:41 pm
I'm back at work now... but full of new BSL vocab :thumbsup:
Post by: clarion on 16 June, 2010, 09:41:59 am
Post by: MSeries on 16 June, 2010, 09:44:03 am
Post by: jogler on 16 June, 2010, 02:38:47 pm
Post by: clarion on 16 June, 2010, 02:40:35 pm
Post by: LindaG on 16 June, 2010, 02:42:23 pm
What a coincidence!
Toytown is where I live :)
Post by: jogler on 16 June, 2010, 05:25:09 pm
Post by: clarion on 16 June, 2010, 10:38:04 pm
Post by: jogler on 17 June, 2010, 05:30:35 am
Post by: oncemore on 17 June, 2010, 08:44:56 am
He must be nearest to me from this place!
Post by: clarion on 17 June, 2010, 09:14:08 am
Quote from: eromecno
1gear on his Carlton at the edge of Langdale
;D
Post by: clarion on 17 June, 2010, 09:35:18 am
Nice chap. Must meet up for a ride sometime.
Post by: clarion on 18 June, 2010, 11:06:22 am
That Cliff Shrubb is really cool.
Post by: alexb on 18 June, 2010, 12:18:39 pm
Wearing a yacf jersey this morning, which meant that Chris L could easily spot me as he drew swiftly up with me. We chatted through Clapham, till we came to a rise, where I let him ride rather than being a gentleman and keeping his pace down to mine fully loaded. ;D
That Cliff Shrubb is really cool.
If it's a red one, then he and I had a chat about Carradice bags at the lights in Tooting the other evening.
Post by: clarion on 18 June, 2010, 12:24:34 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 18 June, 2010, 08:07:49 pm
Post by: Zipperhead on 19 June, 2010, 10:54:54 am
And we managed to spot some real hardcore bike porn. A lovely Robin Mather parked outside a pub in Red Lion Street. S+S couplings, Ti rack, lovely paintjob.
Oh, despite saying that I wasn't going into Bikefix, after going to the bookshop that I was headed for, I thought it would be silly to be so close and not go in (as I needed a couple of inner tubes anyway). I came out with a small item made by Carradice (Sue)
Post by: CrinklyLion on 20 June, 2010, 10:22:30 am
And then yesterday I spotted Clarion, Butterfly and TGL at the York show, and will hopefully be spotting them again soon over the best veggie breakfast I've found in York....
Post by: Butterfly on 20 June, 2010, 03:40:06 pm
This weekend we also saw Jogler, Marg, Jethro, Luke, PH, Mr Nesbit, Tiermat, mr charly and Triceratops :). And LeeW from elsewhere.
It was a brilliant weekend all round. 8)
Post by: jellied on 20 June, 2010, 05:44:38 pm
Post by: MSeries on 20 June, 2010, 06:56:47 pm
(new spots underlined)
Post by: CrinklyLion on 20 June, 2010, 10:19:31 pm
And you certainly did :). We really enjoyed that and it was lovely to see you again. Sorry we had to dash off a bit.
It is a good breakfast there, although the service was disticntly scruffy round the edges today - they're usually a lot more on the ball, and a bit more generous with the portions, than that. In fairness they didn't actually charge for the breakfast that they missed off the order (and then brought along afterwards when I queried it). And TGL seemed to approve of the CrinklyCub recommendation of sticky-toffee pudding :)
And now I can add the (infeasibly youthful-looking) MrCharly to my 'spots' too.
Post by: Charlotte on 21 June, 2010, 01:29:29 pm
Pretty sure I spotted a Mr and Mrs Wealsy heading out Richmond park on a tandem early afternoon today.
Yes, us too. They'd just visited the SEEKRIT BUNKER for tea and a private viewing/test ride of the Brox.
Post by: Chris L on 21 June, 2010, 02:05:01 pm
Wearing a yacf jersey this morning, which meant that Chris L could easily spot me as he drew swiftly up with me. We chatted through Clapham, till we came to a rise, where I let him ride rather than being a gentleman and keeping his pace down to mine fully loaded. ;D
That Cliff Shrubb is really cool.
If it's a red one, then he and I had a chat about Carradice bags at the lights in Tooting the other evening.
Very nice, very nice. I'll pop a couple of pictures up as soon as I've ordered and received my new 'guards and leatherised the bars.
alexb: you nailed the Balham-Tooting Bec straight - turbo canvass!
Post by: jogler on 21 June, 2010, 07:23:58 pm
Marj
Luke
Burrerfly
TGL
Clarion
Tiermat
Mr. Nesbitt
PH
Lantern Rouge
Jethro
Mr. Charly
Post by: clarion on 21 June, 2010, 09:53:36 pm
Post by: John Henry on 24 June, 2010, 12:50:13 pm
Tall, well-built chap in a blue YACF top. Riding a black Surly(?) fixed.
<waves>
Edit: Have just seen a photo of this chap on another thread.... it was Francis!! Hi.
Post by: Ham on 24 June, 2010, 04:09:47 pm
Post by: Greenbank on 24 June, 2010, 04:13:55 pm
Post by: GillP on 25 June, 2010, 06:56:28 pm
Post by: DrMekon on 25 June, 2010, 07:53:23 pm
Post by: fhills on 26 June, 2010, 09:53:05 am
Thanks to both of you for a wonderful day.
I would tick you off for mispelling Edisford, except you both - to my shame - clearly know my home turf better than I do, very definitely from a cycling perspective.
I see T in blue said you'd managed to avoid all the hills - not me on my way back through the trough - stopped briefly to, er, "admire the view" on the way up to the Jubilee Tower and then had to get off and walk a short bit on the hill between Whitewell and Cow Ark.
Wonderful trip through the beautiful trough none the less and I'm pretty sure I actually recognised the spot where, donkey's years ago, aged 12 on my last trip through here on a bike, my mate RB positively refused to give me any of his food or drink when I opened my cardboard saddlebag to realise to my horror that I'd left everything at home. Bastard :)
Thanks again for a great day - hope to repeat/ring the changes on it sometime.
fhills, loitering outside the Eddisford Bridge Inn waiting to join us today for part of our big ride, and a jolly nice time we all had too :)
Post by: alexb on 26 June, 2010, 07:59:07 pm
alexb: you nailed the Balham-Tooting Bec straight - turbo canvass!
One of my favourite bits of my commute. Although I love Tooting Bec Road in the morning. If the wind is right I can usually hit 50kph by the time I've passed the bus stop which catches most cars out!
Post by: PaulF on 27 June, 2010, 08:28:58 am
Post by: Wendy on 27 June, 2010, 06:14:45 pm
Wendy in Richmond Park this morning?
Not me, I rode Biggin Hill to Hyde Park via A21/A20/A202 though.
Post by: GillP on 27 June, 2010, 07:49:26 pm
Post by: darkpoint on 29 June, 2010, 10:27:08 am
Post by: clarion on 29 June, 2010, 10:51:42 am
I think I spotted Origamist by the road, parking his bike last night. Can't remember exactly where.
Post by: darkpoint on 29 June, 2010, 11:17:04 am
Had I not had another lap to do, I would have sprinted after you to say hello.. Which was tempting to be honest given that it was raining.
Post by: origamist on 29 June, 2010, 03:50:49 pm
I think I spotted Origamist by the road, parking his bike last night. Can't remember exactly where.
First p*nct*r* in 4 months, so I'm not complaining. Parked up just after Balham tube...
@Darkpoint - where you wearing a YACF jersey with Dulwich Paragon shorts this morning? If so, I passed you at Stockwell doing some useless hand gestures...
Post by: clarion on 29 June, 2010, 04:13:23 pm
Post by: Basil on 29 June, 2010, 07:01:17 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 29 June, 2010, 09:48:56 pm
Post by: Kim on 29 June, 2010, 10:50:02 pm
Kim. Have you just flashed past the Country Girl onna 'bent?
I have indeed. :D
The gears finally work properly, too :thumbsup:
Post by: Basil on 30 June, 2010, 07:21:44 am
Basil. Do you ever leave that pub, and are you surfing YACF from therein?
Yes. (They don't let me sleep there)
and
Yes.
:)
Post by: L CC on 30 June, 2010, 05:09:53 pm
Post by: Oaky on 30 June, 2010, 05:14:41 pm
I just spotted a yacf jersey in the wild! Between Harlton and Haslingfield. I suspect Dr Mekon but any cranial abnormalities were hidden by headgear.
I don't think this counts as proof of passage, you know.
Post by: Auntie Helen on 30 June, 2010, 06:38:17 pm
Post by: Kim on 30 June, 2010, 10:21:42 pm
Post by: Adrian on 30 June, 2010, 10:22:50 pm
I rode past the Country Girl on the bent again this evening. No obvious sign of Basil. Maybe he'd nipped to the loo or something? ;)
probably barred for plugging his lap-top into the hoover socket
Post by: Basil on 01 July, 2010, 12:28:45 am
;D
Post by: Oaky on 01 July, 2010, 09:56:46 am
I rode past the Country Girl on the bent again this evening. No obvious sign of Basil. Maybe he'd nipped to the loo or something? ;)
probably barred for plugging his lap-top into the hoover socket
At least it wasn't the hoover into his lap-top. Or maybe it was, and he was therefore in A&E.
Post by: Basil on 01 July, 2010, 11:26:55 pm
I rode past the Country Girl on the bent again this evening. No obvious sign of Basil. Maybe he'd nipped to the loo or something? ;)
I was prolly here (http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?hl=en&ie=UTF8&ll=52.045734,-4.226732&spn=0,0.050812&z=14&layer=c&cbll=52.045851,-4.226754&panoid=VxlbHtrbieq953aI5YixVw&cbp=12,210.56,,0,3.94)
or here (http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?hl=en&ie=UTF8&ll=52.042716,-4.308433&spn=0,0.050812&z=14&layer=c&cbll=52.042816,-4.308368&panoid=jajraMcACiGXohC-WBQy1Q&cbp=12,172.5,,0,0.98)
Post by: darkpoint on 02 July, 2010, 09:15:14 am
I think I spotted Origamist by the road, parking his bike last night. Can't remember exactly where.
First p*nct*r* in 4 months, so I'm not complaining. Parked up just after Balham tube...
@Darkpoint - where you wearing a YACF jersey with Dulwich Paragon shorts this morning? If so, I passed you at Stockwell doing some useless hand gestures...
Yes, that would have been me..
But I am confused now, who was doing the hand gestures? :-)
Post by: clarion on 02 July, 2010, 09:29:21 am
Post by: origamist on 02 July, 2010, 04:03:53 pm
Yes, that would have been me..
But I am confused now, who was doing the hand gestures? :-)
Def me. I get flustered when trying to signal threats to other cyclists who I assume do not understand club hand signals (unless they're of the more universal kind). This means I often end up looking like a broken windmill.
I'll say hello next time.
@Clarion - was in a bit of a rush this morning, but I still had time to admire your fluent pedalling action... ;)
Post by: clarion on 02 July, 2010, 04:56:45 pm
I saw Origamist again this morning. He hailed me as he pulled past, then executed a perfect trackstand inside the ASL with no wobble or creep, and sped off.
@Clarion - was in a bit of a rush this morning, but I still had time to admire your fluent pedalling action... ;)
This is turning into a love-in ;D
but, yes, I'm rather proud of my smooth cadence... :-[
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 03 July, 2010, 02:22:24 pm
Post by: GillP on 03 July, 2010, 04:21:14 pm
Post by: clarion on 03 July, 2010, 08:17:20 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 03 July, 2010, 10:18:52 pm
CrinklyLionCub, spotted today, outside york library on his Benin
The news that he had been spotted made a cub happy at bedtime :)
Post by: jogler on 04 July, 2010, 08:34:54 pm
Today I spotted Si_Co all day long :)
Post by: woollypigs on 04 July, 2010, 09:18:00 pm
Post by: clarion on 05 July, 2010, 09:35:13 am
I tried to keep up, but I couldn't manage it, and got cut off by daft bus driving at Stockwell.
Next time, maybe... ;D
Post by: origamist on 05 July, 2010, 12:01:17 pm
I'd just been overtaken by a chap on a titanium Condor, (annoyed, no doubt, at being left at the lights), down through Clapham when Origamist zoomed by, sweeping past the Condorista with ease. He must have a biiig gear on that there Plug of his.
I tried to keep up, but I couldn't manage it, and got cut off by daft bus driving at Stockwell.
Next time, maybe... ;D
I've ridden with the Ti Condor rider before (he belongs to De Laune CC and can do long 21s for 10s) and we rode together to the Elephant this morning. It was a bit quicker than I would have liked for a Monday morning (particularly after a warm and windy 80 miler yesterday). He said I had the legs on him, but he was only being kind :o
Post by: PaulR on 06 July, 2010, 11:56:38 am
Post by: Jaded on 07 July, 2010, 12:11:02 am
(http://www.alfiecat.co.uk/yetacf/jayzee.jpg)
My lad asked why he was called Zipperhead.
I got my sewing kit out.
Post by: clarion on 07 July, 2010, 09:12:59 am
Post by: Zipperhead on 08 July, 2010, 11:23:04 am
(http://www.alfiecat.co.uk/yetacf/jayzee.jpg)
That's the most disturbing picture that I've seen in a long time! we've both had an extra helping of uglyfication added.
Post by: Riggers on 08 July, 2010, 11:25:21 am
Post by: Jaded on 08 July, 2010, 11:29:26 am
There's an app for that.
Post by: PaulR on 12 July, 2010, 10:11:46 pm
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 14 July, 2010, 01:34:30 pm
I spied a brace of fast-paced weasels heading across the north side of Lincoln's Inn Fields as I was leaving my office at about 6.10 this evening.
If you had hung around a bit longer you would have seen Charlotte arriving on her penny too and earned extra spotting points!
Post by: PaulR on 14 July, 2010, 06:12:26 pm
I spied a brace of fast-paced weasels heading across the north side of Lincoln's Inn Fields as I was leaving my office at about 6.10 this evening.
If you had hung around a bit longer you would have seen Charlotte arriving on her penny too and earned extra spotting points!
Oh bovver. I was pleased enough to see the mighty mustelids sweeping past my orifice but the Penny of Doom would have been the icing on the cake. I should have been in less haste.
Post by: Paul on 14 July, 2010, 10:28:54 pm
Tonight I was joined by velocitizen! We spent a very pleasant (ie: we only got beeped once for cycling 2 abreast) couple of miles riding into Long Eaton.
It definitely was the most pleasant part of the ride because about 14 seconds after we parted the skies delivered some very old testament thunder, lightning and rain.
Very nice to have you along on my commute, VC. Hopefully see you soon.
Post by: velocitizen on 15 July, 2010, 08:17:24 am
Carradice Barley, check.
ACF 'cyclist inside' cap, check.
I had a feeling it was you Paul.
Nice to cross path's and spooky because I'd been thinking about your reply to my post on the 'Pie run' thread whilst riding!
Yes, soaked to the skin after I left you.
My kit had just about dried out from an early downpour as well.
Post by: PaulR on 16 July, 2010, 09:15:43 am
Would it have been Oaky sweeping round the corner off Kingsway on a Dahon Cadenza Solo at about 6.05 yesterday? That bike looks excellent on the road - i thought it looked a bit weird and ungainly in the shop but it looked like a fun ride.
and again - this morning at about 8.45 I turned right from Kingsway into Remnant Street and spotted an Oaky-like figure hurtling towards me on a gleaming white cadenza solo.
Post by: Kim on 18 July, 2010, 04:01:09 pm
Post by: jellied on 18 July, 2010, 07:12:56 pm
Plus Charlotte and Mr Barnes senior at the above mentioned event.
Post by: Oaky on 18 July, 2010, 09:37:56 pm
Would it have been Oaky sweeping round the corner off Kingsway on a Dahon Cadenza Solo at about 6.05 yesterday? That bike looks excellent on the road - i thought it looked a bit weird and ungainly in the shop but it looked like a fun ride.
Could well have been!
I would have been in either a red dhb jersey, a red yacf jersey or a green and yellow Scotch malt whisky society jersey (with normal suit trousers, tucked into my right sock). Single Altura Pannier on the drive side.
Time and place are definitely right.
What do you look like/ride/wear etc.? -- I'll keep an eye out in future! (although I do tend to be going a bit "balls out" concentrating only on the road surface and traffic front and rear -- I've been amazed by the number of statues and even buildings that I didn't notice were there even though I go past ever day!)
[I've been waiting for this day!!! -- spotted at last!!! yay ;D]
I do really enjoy the Cadenza Solo. Looks-wise I'm not convinced by the drop levers on the bottom of bullhorns thing it has, but it does work well riding it (and I always have the opportunity of putting drops on at some stage and won't need new levers to do so).
Cheers,
Mark
Post by: Oaky on 18 July, 2010, 09:40:01 pm
Would it have been Oaky sweeping round the corner off Kingsway on a Dahon Cadenza Solo at about 6.05 yesterday? That bike looks excellent on the road - i thought it looked a bit weird and ungainly in the shop but it looked like a fun ride.
and again - this morning at about 8.45 I turned right from Kingsway into Remnant Street and spotted an Oaky-like figure hurtling towards me on a gleaming white cadenza solo.
Certainly me again. :thumbsup:
Up close it's not as gleaming as all that. Downright dirty right now in fact. :-[
Post by: Oaky on 18 July, 2010, 09:48:29 pm
[I've been waiting for this day!!! -- spotted at last!!! yay ;D]
Yeah --- alright -- before any of my "so-called friends" points this out, I may as well get in first and say that the only person (PaulR) who's ever spotted me has also managed to spot AND FILM the ISS from his back garden!
(If you haven't seen it yet - check out his thread in OT Gallery - awesome!)
Post by: clarion on 19 July, 2010, 09:45:09 am
Post by: L CC on 19 July, 2010, 01:44:29 pm
;D
Post by: Wowbagger on 19 July, 2010, 01:48:00 pm
I (and many others) spotted a pixieannie looking lovely in Debenham on Saturday. We scared the beejesus out of her by hurtling past shouting 'Helloooo Annniiieeee'
;D
You didn't scare her - she'd already spotted Teethgrinder a few minutes before the peloton appeared and she was standing outside wondering if there were others on the way.
The reason you didn't see me was because I was inside the café buying coffee and croissants.
Post by: Torslanda on 20 July, 2010, 01:46:06 am
Sunday PM, Tiermat. A brief meeting as he motored South having kindly collected some swag for me, unbidden and out of the goodness of his own heart.
Proof positive, if it were needed, that this place is populated by some truly great human beings.
A good day.
luv'n'stuff
J
Post by: little miss mac on 20 July, 2010, 09:58:09 am
Post by: matthew on 20 July, 2010, 12:24:14 pm
Post by: Jules on 20 July, 2010, 02:56:32 pm
Was accosted yesterday on the school run by Actonblue who recognised my YACF jersey
(waves)
Post by: matthew on 20 July, 2010, 06:04:58 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 20 July, 2010, 09:34:14 pm
I saw a very red head raised high above the crowd on Sunday in Ealing. Didn't take long to work out it was that Charlotte on her high wheelerQuote
********** Ancient Joke Alert ************
. . . She was a redhead, no hair - just a red head!
luv'n'stuff
J
Post by: jellied on 21 July, 2010, 11:05:22 am
Post by: DrMekon on 23 July, 2010, 06:40:40 pm
Post by: Zipperhead on 24 July, 2010, 07:08:42 pm
I was round at a friends and they had the television on showing a program filmed in Luton Airport, I'm fairly certain that they chatted to Darkpoint (although the sound was off so I couldn't hear)
Post by: jezhiggins on 24 July, 2010, 09:02:42 pm
Post by: clarion on 26 July, 2010, 09:16:14 am
Got to chat with him in a ridiculous queue of motor traffic at Clapham Common, but we both got fed up with waiting, and set off through the static cars. He got moving again, and I lost sight of him after Stockwell (I'd been hoping to see which way he went through the junction).
Post by: jogler on 26 July, 2010, 02:46:34 pm
U.N. Dulates
Flatus
Hummers
Mal Volio
& 3 other whose names I have forgoten (sp) :-[ sorry chaps but memory is poor at the best of times nevermind when my body clock is borked & tired.
Post by: Basil on 27 July, 2010, 11:15:26 pm
So I'd just driven back from West Wales and I popped into the pub. (Yes Roger, that pub).
While I was sitting with the
"Hang on. I saw that bike on the Mille Cymru!"
Rush back to the bar and there was Vistaed!
Cool. 8) :thumbsup:
Post by: clarion on 28 July, 2010, 11:49:08 am
Post by: TimO on 28 July, 2010, 11:53:01 am
Not necessarily a forumite, but certainly well known to many of us, and not in the wild, but I spotted a Juliet in the latest copy of London Cyclist. :thumbsup:
Is there? I just thumbed through it, but didn't see her, I must inspect it more carefully when I've got a cake for my late elevenses.
Post by: clarion on 28 July, 2010, 12:03:27 pm
Post by: TimO on 28 July, 2010, 12:42:40 pm
Post by: clarion on 28 July, 2010, 12:43:27 pm
Post by: Andrij on 28 July, 2010, 01:06:38 pm
Gerald!
Post by: darkpoint on 28 July, 2010, 03:57:51 pm
I think I saw Darkpoint today, not in RL but on the box.
I was round at a friends and they had the television on showing a program filmed in Luton Airport, I'm fairly certain that they chatted to Darkpoint (although the sound was off so I couldn't hear)
Yes that was me.. I still haven't seen it, and it has been on several times now, and it was ages ago,..
Post by: tonyh on 30 July, 2010, 10:03:22 am
Tonyh spotted in a grey acf top between Kingston and Great Eversden (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=Great+Eversden,+Cambridge,+United+Kingdom&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=25.288195,56.513672&ie=UTF8&hq=&hnear=Great+Eversden,+Cambridge,+United+Kingdom&ll=52.16751,-0.012188&spn=0.019057,0.055189&z=14) on a DIY, I believe. Stopped for a chat, which made my commute.
Thanks DrMekon, made my DIY too!
A week ago now, back at home trying to catch up. Good luck with fitting in your 300 and more.
Post by: Thor on 03 August, 2010, 09:11:11 pm
Post by: Charlotte on 04 August, 2010, 08:45:55 am
Post by: Jurek on 04 August, 2010, 08:50:56 am
Post by: Wendy on 04 August, 2010, 09:01:09 am
Just remembered too... Pippa and myself spotted Wendy last Sunday morning, bombing down Bromley Hill as we were grimping up it on our way to Adam's Kent pootle.
*Haz footage* :P
Post by: border-rider on 04 August, 2010, 01:06:56 pm
Maybe a LEJOGer; lots of people use the Wye Valley road as part of that.
Post by: geraldc on 04 August, 2010, 07:21:04 pm
Spotted a blue YACF jersey heading west on Lower Thames Street at 6:30pm today. Too far away to identify bike or rider.
That was probably me
Post by: Ariadne on 04 August, 2010, 10:48:30 pm
Post by: MercuryKev on 04 August, 2010, 11:11:32 pm
I thought I saw Valkyrie this evening - on a Brompton?! Bottom of North Bridge?
I'd say you were hallucinating but you never know, he might have been in training for his upcoming 1500km ride :)
Post by: Ariadne on 04 August, 2010, 11:15:28 pm
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 05 August, 2010, 09:42:24 am
Post by: origamist on 05 August, 2010, 10:05:30 am
Post by: rogerzilla on 05 August, 2010, 02:35:25 pm
Not necessarily a forumite, but certainly well known to many of us, and not in the wild, but I spotted a Juliet in the latest copy of London Cyclist. :thumbsup:She is a forumite, just not a very regular one.
Post by: jogler on 05 August, 2010, 03:34:40 pm
Post by: clarion on 05 August, 2010, 03:38:29 pm
Post by: PaulF on 06 August, 2010, 09:23:42 am
Post by: Swarm_Catcher on 06 August, 2010, 11:15:30 am
Three Bridges, Grand Union Canal - going to work time.
Post by: Wowbagger on 06 August, 2010, 11:18:16 am
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 06 August, 2010, 11:20:25 am
Green s/s yacf jersey in Richmond Park this morning - Wascally Weasel perchance?
Yep, that was me (if the rider was also wearing a deuter backpack with a toy duck hanging off it), riding in end of week and tired and hung over mode.
Post by: toekneep on 07 August, 2010, 11:11:27 pm
Post by: Fixedwheelnut on 09 August, 2010, 09:47:55 am
A quick chat on the boat revealed a shoe problem with a lost cleat screw so on the way off the boat I gave her one of the screws from my shoe to get her home.
I only had about four hundred yards to the Hotel car park for my lift back :)
Post by: Wendy on 09 August, 2010, 10:33:40 am
Post by: Fixedwheelnut on 09 August, 2010, 10:42:46 am
Such a star, FWN!!!! :thumbsup:A monstar ;)
Post by: L CC on 09 August, 2010, 02:23:55 pm
Such a star, FWN!!!! :thumbsup:A monstar ;)
A gent :)
:-*
I spotted a LS green yacf jersey at breakfast one day at the SF but was too busy with the nutella to go and introduce myself...
Post by: Wendy on 09 August, 2010, 03:08:48 pm
Post by: thorny on 11 August, 2010, 09:52:49 am
Post by: clarion on 11 August, 2010, 10:03:12 am
Shame it was so busy - we weren't in a hurry, so it would have been nice to stop for a chat.
Post by: thorny on 11 August, 2010, 05:29:14 pm
Post by: clarion on 12 August, 2010, 09:44:36 am
Last night, I saw origamist at Clapham Common South. He was really shifting his Plug while I was pulling off onto the Common.
Oh dear. That sentence sounds all wrong. :facepalm:
Post by: matthew on 12 August, 2010, 12:38:37 pm
(No other commuter I see rides on tri bars)
Post by: TimO on 12 August, 2010, 08:35:50 pm
He in turn got to spot me, and Talisker, who made an escape attempt. I should get him a really tiny forum jersey. Do they come in 5XS ?
Post by: DrMekon on 16 August, 2010, 01:52:15 pm
Post by: PaulR on 16 August, 2010, 06:37:18 pm
Would it have been Oaky sweeping round the corner off Kingsway on a Dahon Cadenza Solo at about 6.05 yesterday? That bike looks excellent on the road - i thought it looked a bit weird and ungainly in the shop but it looked like a fun ride.What do you look like/ride/wear etc.? -- I'll keep an eye out in future! (although I do tend to be going a bit "balls out" concentrating only on the road surface and traffic front and rear -- I've been amazed by the number of statues and even buildings that I didn't notice were there even though I go past ever day!)...
I've just shaved off a beard (which I am regretting) so the top of my head now has (very) slightly more hair on it than my chin does. So, shiny dome, big ears and nose, usually on a dark blue Kona Paddy Wagon with nitto promenade bars, a carradice saddlebag and black mudguards, usually clad in black 3/4 trews and a <embarrassed> rapha or brooks jersey in black.
I commute between SE23 and Holborn, heading down Kingsway at any time between 8 and 9.30 am and back up between 6 and 8pm.
Post by: Paul on 16 August, 2010, 11:33:32 pm
What can I say? This is a rare - extremely rare - spotting.
Coupled with a transfer of the Gaydisco, on any scale this has to rate ver highly. I'm thinking Richter 8+
May the Massi enjoy many wonderful miles, and may the wind always be behind you.
x
Post by: LindaG on 17 August, 2010, 10:21:21 am
LonesomeGeorge
What can I say? This is a rare - extremely rare - spotting.
Coupled with a transfer of the Gaydisco, on any scale this has to rate ver highly. I'm thinking Richter 8+
May the Massi enjoy many wonderful miles, and may the wind always be behind you.
x
I was wondering what happened to the Gaydiscobike! Have you got it now?
Post by: Paul on 18 August, 2010, 11:28:58 am
I was wondering what happened to the Gaydiscobike! Have you got it now?
Not any more. It's gone to what I suspect is an even better home.
Post by: Tewdric on 18 August, 2010, 04:31:55 pm
Post by: TimO on 18 August, 2010, 04:34:30 pm
Pippa and Jurek - in my house eating cake! :thumbsup:
Hang on, isn't Cardiff a bit out of the way for a Lejog?
Post by: jogler on 18 August, 2010, 04:42:13 pm
Pippa and Jurek - in my house eating cake! :thumbsup:
Hang on, isn't Cardiff a bit out of the way for a Lejog?
it's between LE & JoG so that's good enough ;D
Post by: clarion on 18 August, 2010, 04:43:04 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 19 August, 2010, 01:32:17 pm
Post by: jogler on 21 August, 2010, 01:00:19 pm
Post by: RichForrest on 21 August, 2010, 01:26:46 pm
It definitely stops people in their tracks ;D
Post by: Aidan on 21 August, 2010, 02:01:27 pm
And good fun it is too :thumbsup:
It definitely stops people in their tracks ;D
Useless without pictures, obviously ;)
Post by: CrinklyLion on 21 August, 2010, 02:32:08 pm
Post by: RichForrest on 21 August, 2010, 05:51:21 pm
And good fun it is too :thumbsup:
It definitely stops people in their tracks ;D
Useless without pictures, obviously ;)
Crappy phone pic
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y291/silverbackcyclist/MeinGlyde.jpg)
Only just put the gps bracket on it and a quick ride around the block had it up to an easy 45kph ;D
It seems hard to get its 81lb (+ my 200lb) up to speed but once it's up there it goes well.
Post by: rogerzilla on 21 August, 2010, 05:52:45 pm
Post by: border-rider on 21 August, 2010, 05:54:27 pm
I remember one of those on PBP03, accelerating down the Roc towards Brest and pulling away from the truck that was following it.
On PBP07 we found one embedded in a hedge outside Carhaix
Post by: RichForrest on 21 August, 2010, 05:59:19 pm
I may have to stop for a break at the 199km mark ;D
Post by: DrMekon on 21 August, 2010, 06:27:55 pm
How does it handle compared to your Trice?
Post by: Wendy on 21 August, 2010, 06:32:52 pm
Post by: Tewdric on 21 August, 2010, 06:44:44 pm
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Post by: itsbruce on 21 August, 2010, 06:52:44 pm
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y291/silverbackcyclist/MeinGlyde.jpg)
Ooh, but that was just begging to be a Caption It (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=37117.0) pic. If that was presumptuous of me, just say and I'll delete the thread.
Post by: RichForrest on 21 August, 2010, 08:57:15 pm
Post by: longers on 22 August, 2010, 03:42:42 pm
I saw a very cheerful Danial Webb heading in the opposite direction near the Ladybower Inn this morning.
He was right to be cheerful, it was a nice day for it. Doubt he saw me but I did shout hello.
Post by: Andrij on 22 August, 2010, 05:57:42 pm
Post by: Fixedwheelnut on 22 August, 2010, 08:15:33 pm
Post by: cyclone on 22 August, 2010, 08:31:08 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 22 August, 2010, 08:47:57 pm
YouTube
- Dunwich Dynamo 2009 Time Lapse
(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nFRCCoidrTM)
(http://www.peeble.com/mystery.jpg)
Ni-ice socks!
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 22 August, 2010, 09:07:48 pm
And good fun it is too :thumbsup:
It definitely stops people in their tracks ;D
Useless without pictures, obviously ;)
Crappy phone pic
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y291/silverbackcyclist/MeinGlyde.jpg)
Only just put the gps bracket on it and a quick ride around the block had it up to an easy 45kph ;D
It seems hard to get its 81lb (+ my 200lb) up to speed but once it's up there it goes well.
Are those solar panels on the top?
I was going to say it seems a bit heavy, but doing a quick metric conversion it's competitive with a Quest. The Mango does come in a pared-down 27kg (60lb) version, though.
Post by: RichForrest on 22 August, 2010, 09:38:58 pm
Are those solar panels on the top?
I was going to say it seems a bit heavy, but doing a quick metric conversion it's competitive with a Quest. The Mango does come in a pared-down 27kg (60lb) version, though.
Yes, they charge the 12v battery for the lights and indicators.
I think Rob said this one is the 2nd prototype and the new one is lighter.
Had it out for a short 30km ride around the lake and local cycle paths today.
It's bloody warm with the roof on so most of the ride was with it off, when going slow I was asked if I minded having my pic taken.
Queue of kids standing next to it while their dads took pic's.
Then more taken and Q's asked while I was in traffic later.
It's definitely a head turner ;D
Post by: Oaky on 23 August, 2010, 12:14:32 am
Post by: darkpoint on 23 August, 2010, 09:22:35 am
Who's this, then? 0:35
YouTube
- Dunwich Dynamo 2009 Time Lapse
(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nFRCCoidrTM)
(http://www.peeble.com/mystery.jpg)
Ni-ice socks!
That would be me.. thanks.
Post by: Basil on 30 August, 2010, 04:55:58 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Bloke_on_a_bike/Paul.jpg)
Which was nice. :)
Post by: Regulator on 31 August, 2010, 01:21:12 pm
Teethgrinder buttonholed me as I was standing about in the A5 Rangers clubhouse on Sunday morning, about to do an LVRC road race. Surprised to see him there, I asked him if he was racing too! But he was there to help marshal.
He had a bike with gears on it, whatever next?
He must have been looking after it for someone... ;)
Post by: Oaky on 02 September, 2010, 07:56:00 pm
Rode together to Liv. St. (although our paths briefly diverged when I turned left off London Wall onto Moorgate to approach via Eldon St while Christophe went straight on) and had a good chinwag on the train. :thumbsup:
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 02 September, 2010, 08:45:16 pm
Post by: jogler on 02 September, 2010, 08:52:14 pm
Post by: Regulator on 03 September, 2010, 11:54:57 am
He brought cakes - so he is welcome back any time! ;D
Post by: DrMekon on 03 September, 2010, 01:19:48 pm
Lovely coffee. My cheap ready ground muck isn't hitting the spot after those cups this morning.
That look over your gorgeous Amazon has tipped me over the edge; just ordered my 5th stem in an effort to get comfy on my bike.
Post by: jogler on 03 September, 2010, 01:22:56 pm
:)
Lovely coffee. My cheap ready ground muck isn't hitting the spot after those cups this morning.
That look over your gorgeous Amazon has tipped me over the edge; just ordered my 5th stem in an effort to get comfy on my bike.
Is that a euphanism :demon:
Post by: clarion on 03 September, 2010, 01:29:33 pm
Post by: jogler on 03 September, 2010, 01:49:09 pm
'bent =
tent-trailer = Priscilla
I wondered if "amazon" referred to something in particular
Post by: DrMekon on 03 September, 2010, 01:54:14 pm
Post by: clarion on 03 September, 2010, 01:57:50 pm
Post by: greenmeansgo on 05 September, 2010, 05:30:33 pm
Post by: clarion on 06 September, 2010, 08:47:42 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 06 September, 2010, 09:01:22 pm
I saw TimO staring at his GPS with a puzzled expression. I was close to home, but prepared to take a tiny diversion to turn him round & send him off towards his target. He was only 180 degrees out. ;D
1 mile that way, 20,000 miles the other way. He'd still get there.
Post by: clarion on 08 September, 2010, 11:38:02 am
He's as fast as he seems. I was holding off everyone else in the bunch away from the lights, but he was gone...
I hope it doesn't get onto Youtube. Being a bit deaf, and rather focussed on riding, I do come across a bit badly in en route conversations :-[
Post by: TimO on 08 September, 2010, 11:41:33 am
I saw TimO staring at his GPS with a puzzled expression. I was close to home, but prepared to take a tiny diversion to turn him round & send him off towards his target. He was only 180 degrees out. ;D
I made the mistake of following a cycle route. Naively I assumed that they would include things like signs and road markings at junctions.
Post by: clarion on 08 September, 2010, 11:41:52 am
Post by: itsbruce on 08 September, 2010, 01:19:33 pm
I made the mistake of following a cycle route. Naively I assumed that they would include things like signs and road markings at junctions.
Before I realised that they were cycle route markings, I was quite puzzled by the seemingly random placement of badly-drawn bicycles on the roads of London. I suspect many drivers still are ignorant of their meaning, which adds to the confusion caused by sign proliferation and to background driver antagonism towards cyclists ("Is that supposed to be a cycle lane? Where's the line? Am I supposed to just remember that there may be cyclists on the road? WTF?)
Post by: Torslanda on 08 September, 2010, 02:02:37 pm
Thoroughly nice people
Post by: woollypigs on 08 September, 2010, 06:37:10 pm
Looked to my left and spotted a lady thhat I was sure that I had seen before. Looked at Peli and then looked left and the said lady was smiling and waving at me.
It was Ariadne in civil clothing on her way back to the north.
Post by: Ariadne on 08 September, 2010, 06:39:06 pm
Post by: jogler on 08 September, 2010, 06:40:47 pm
It was Ariadne in civil clothing on her way back to the north.
& you said
"Oh sorry,I didn't recognise you with your clothes on" ;D
BoomTish
Post by: Clandy on 11 September, 2010, 02:10:16 am
Post by: oncemore on 12 September, 2010, 09:58:41 pm
Post by: tiermat on 13 September, 2010, 12:54:13 pm
Much cycling and cake did follow :)
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 13 September, 2010, 01:02:01 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 13 September, 2010, 01:32:49 pm
I met CrinklyLion, and the rest of her pride yesterday, as did TLD.
Much cycling and cake did follow :)
Indeed, a spotting of Tiermat and TLD which was followed, after a few miles to build up an appetite, by a spotting of a Mrs T bearing many rather impressive cupcakes :)
(Still slightly shocked that Dearly_Beloved joined us... that's a first!)
And then, when I got back to York, I spotted Arch (who I'd also spotted in the park the previous day) in our local chinese.
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 13 September, 2010, 08:13:43 pm
Sorry, Clarion :-[ It was a pleasure to ride along with you for a few minutes though.
Post by: clarion on 13 September, 2010, 08:20:15 pm
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 13 September, 2010, 08:22:54 pm
I was rather looking forward to riding in your company, even if only for a short space. Apex sorted me out, though I have yet to fit my new spoke :-[
:-[
Glad you got the spoke you needed. I felt bad about leaving you and wouldn't have ordinarily (despite my uselessness) but I'd already got the evil eye from my manager for committing the heinous sin of Leaving The Office On Time, so I wanted to make the class to make it worth it....
Post by: spokenword on 14 September, 2010, 02:00:33 pm
Post by: Deano on 14 September, 2010, 04:59:29 pm
Post by: clarion on 14 September, 2010, 05:00:41 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 14 September, 2010, 05:13:24 pm
Post by: Deano on 14 September, 2010, 05:16:05 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 14 September, 2010, 05:21:46 pm
(I really was just around the corner. And your cake got eaten by the Thursday volunteers at the bike rescue, who can generally be counted on to hoover up any spares :) )
Was the festival good?
Post by: Deano on 14 September, 2010, 07:47:29 pm
Glad the cake didn't go to waste!
Post by: MattH on 14 September, 2010, 11:48:52 pm
Post by: Zipperhead on 15 September, 2010, 02:18:30 pm
I looked across to the other side other junction and could just about make out why I why being blinded, on the other side of the road was Valiant, his mojo shining brighter than a lighthouse.
Post by: clarion on 15 September, 2010, 02:20:01 pm
Post by: PaulF on 15 September, 2010, 03:01:51 pm
And you've just emerged from hours of torrid lovemaking in a by-the-hour hotel...?
He hasn't emerged, merely up for air.
Post by: Valiant on 16 September, 2010, 02:11:08 am
That said I thought I spotted you on the way back around 6-7pm ish on a brommie but I think I was mistaken. I also got chatted up by a fellow cyclist :D
Post by: MattH on 16 September, 2010, 07:40:50 am
Post by: clarion on 16 September, 2010, 09:12:24 am
Gosh, plasa. Must be over 20 years since I was there.
I was thinking exactly the same, though I believe it was nineteen years ago. I had a lift down from Marc Randall in his big green Saab.
Post by: Valiant on 16 September, 2010, 04:28:58 pm
This is why everyone is switching over to the BPM show for audio stuff.
Post by: Zipperhead on 16 September, 2010, 05:05:19 pm
Lol yay I finally got spotted :D I was on my way to Earl Court for the Plasa show. Some very nice goodies there.
That said I thought I spotted you on the way back around 6-7pm ish on a brommie but I think I was mistaken. I also got chatted up by a fellow cyclist :D
No, I was pompino'd, I don't often commute on the brommie these days.
Post by: clarion on 17 September, 2010, 09:47:12 am
I was wearing my Clarion 1895 jersey, and, as I went past, someone shouted 'Clarion!'. I think I recognised the voice, but, when I looked back, I couldn't see who it might have been in the crowd near the bus stop.
Sounded like a North European voice - Dutch or German, maybe ???
Of course, they may have been a Clarionette themselves, or reading my jersey, or be someone from another forum...
Post by: Paul on 17 September, 2010, 10:16:25 pm
I was spotted this morning, as I headed into New kent road from Elephant & Castle. Not sure if it was someone from here.
I was wearing my Clarion 1895 jersey, and, as I went past, someone shouted 'Clarion!'. I think I recognised the voice, but, when I looked back, I couldn't see who it might have been in the crowd near the bus stop.
Sounded like a North European voice - Dutch or German, maybe ???
Of course, they may have been a Clarionette themselves, or reading my jersey, or be someone from another forum...
Look, this thread is for spotters, not spottees. If you want to report being spotted, you need another thread.
(Otherwise it's all: I saw myself on the way home in every bus shelter)
Post by: Adrian on 18 September, 2010, 01:42:02 pm
I was spotted this morning, as I headed into New kent road from Elephant & Castle. Not sure if it was someone from here.
I was wearing my Clarion 1895 jersey, and, as I went past, someone shouted 'Clarion!'. I think I recognised the voice, but, when I looked back, I couldn't see who it might have been in the crowd near the bus stop.
Sounded like a North European voice - Dutch or German, maybe ???
Of course, they may have been a Clarionette themselves, or reading my jersey, or be someone from another forum...
Look, this thread is for spotters, not spottees. If you want to report being spotted, you need another thread.
(Otherwise it's all: I saw myself on the way home in every bus shelter)
That is a good point. I've always thought that they were voices in my head but it could equally be forumites calling my name
Post by: Wendy on 18 September, 2010, 06:56:54 pm
Post by: Jaded on 18 September, 2010, 07:52:14 pm
Post by: LindaG on 21 September, 2010, 03:05:28 pm
Post by: jogler on 21 September, 2010, 03:32:08 pm
I must be made of Teflon
He's even spent the night in my house,shared the same table & still I can't climb hills.
Same thing with Deano.Still I struggle with fixed gear riding.
::-)
Post by: CrinklyLion on 22 September, 2010, 01:55:32 pm
Post by: Karla on 22 September, 2010, 02:01:34 pm
I just spotted CrinklyLion as I was returning from lunch, or rather I blanked her until she said hello.
Post by: JT on 22 September, 2010, 02:08:19 pm
Post by: clarion on 22 September, 2010, 02:10:56 pm
Post by: Basil on 22 September, 2010, 02:12:34 pm
Post by: clarion on 22 September, 2010, 02:15:56 pm
Post by: Redlight on 22 September, 2010, 04:51:58 pm
Spotted Butterfly and Clarion in the latest Camping and Caravan Club magazine!
May we inquire as to whether this was in the doctor's or the dentist's waiting room?
Post by: Andrij on 22 September, 2010, 08:32:21 pm
Caught up with a chap in a LEL jersey heading east past Tower of London just after 18:30. Had a brief chat, but traffic was flowing and we parted ways. Was it any of you?
Post by: Greenbank on 22 September, 2010, 08:43:59 pm
Possible sighting...
Caught up with a chap in a LEL jersey heading east past Tower of London just after 18:30. Had a brief chat, but traffic was flowing and we parted ways. Was it any of you?
Well spoken, quite tall, on a Brompton with a carradice bag on the front? Might have been Xav who used to lurk here, rode most of last day of LEL with him, top chap, have bumped into him once or twice on my commute as he goes down Upper Ground.
Post by: Andrij on 22 September, 2010, 08:47:05 pm
Possible sighting...
Caught up with a chap in a LEL jersey heading east past Tower of London just after 18:30. Had a brief chat, but traffic was flowing and we parted ways. Was it any of you?
Well spoken, quite tall, on a Brompton with a carradice bag on the front? Might have been Xav who used to lurk here, rode most of last day of LEL with him, top chap, have bumped into him once or twice on my commute as he goes down Upper Ground.
Tall, you could say well spoken, but on a dark red / maroon fixed/ss of some sort (didn't get a good look).
Post by: Greenbank on 22 September, 2010, 08:48:25 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 25 September, 2010, 09:02:58 pm
Excellent!
Post by: clarion on 25 September, 2010, 09:24:21 pm
Post by: Redlight on 25 September, 2010, 11:40:17 pm
Possible sighting...
Caught up with a chap in a LEL jersey heading east past Tower of London just after 18:30. Had a brief chat, but traffic was flowing and we parted ways. Was it any of you?
I think that might have been me. Did you peel off to the left as we approached the lights at Tower Bridge? You were telling me that you had entered a tough 300km in Wales last year. Given what happened later on I wish I'd slowed down for a longer chat, but I was trying to get home in time to read bedtime stories!
Post by: Andrij on 26 September, 2010, 07:47:45 am
Possible sighting...
Caught up with a chap in a LEL jersey heading east past Tower of London just after 18:30. Had a brief chat, but traffic was flowing and we parted ways. Was it any of you?
I think that might have been me. Did you peel off to the left as we approached the lights at Tower Bridge? You were telling me that you had entered a tough 300km in Wales last year. Given what happened later on I wish I'd slowed down for a longer chat, but I was trying to get home in time to read bedtime stories!
A pleasure to meet you, Redlight. :)
About two minutes after parting ways I remembered the name of the ride: The Elenith.
Post by: jellied on 26 September, 2010, 01:41:49 pm
Post by: clarion on 27 September, 2010, 09:38:17 am
Then I had to give up & let him go. He really is quite fast.
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 27 September, 2010, 01:07:39 pm
A Wascally Weasel helping someone out (could have been someone else on here I think) by the Lupus St junction on the way home tonight. I waved (was wearing orange YACF jersey but had a rucksack on) but I'd only thought of something witty to say too late (several miles in fact).
That was definitely me, I think I was wearing my yacf
Post by: Redlight on 27 September, 2010, 10:10:26 pm
Possible sighting...
Caught up with a chap in a LEL jersey heading east past Tower of London just after 18:30. Had a brief chat, but traffic was flowing and we parted ways. Was it any of you?
I think that might have been me. Did you peel off to the left as we approached the lights at Tower Bridge? You were telling me that you had entered a tough 300km in Wales last year. Given what happened later on I wish I'd slowed down for a longer chat, but I was trying to get home in time to read bedtime stories!
A pleasure to meet you, Redlight. :)
About two minutes after parting ways I remembered the name of the ride: The Elenith.
Good to meet you too. I should have put two and seven together given your past comments about the Cable Street "cycle route". Of course, if you had named The Elenith I would have simply directed you to the side of the road and given you a good talking to!
Post by: CrinklyLion on 28 September, 2010, 08:35:58 pm
Post by: clarion on 29 September, 2010, 11:16:40 am
Post by: clarion on 29 September, 2010, 11:21:49 am
I saw Origamist at Stockwell this morning. Don't think he saw me. I was on a different bike, not wearing a yacf or Clarion jersey, and had a h*lm*t on. I stuck on his tail till Oval, but never close enough to talk without distracting him.
Then I had to give up & let him go. He really is quite fast.
I've seen him three days in a row now.
Last night I saw him at Stockwell, and caught up with him by Clapham North (he had a deeply unfortunate run of red lights). He did a double take at the bike, and I explained about the S3X. We had as in-depth a conversation as one can manage at the lights and the short distance to Apex (where I went first for a spacer).
This morning, I saw him again. I think he was taking it easy, though. I'm rather unwell today, and a bit slow, but I kept him in sight for a while before stopping beside him. He commented about the size of the bike, but I think it's OK for me. Then he sped off. But I saw him walking his bike a little further on. Hope everything was OK. I was already late for work on a day I'm interviewing, so couldn't stop. :-\
Post by: rower40 on 29 September, 2010, 11:34:24 pm
I saw my first (three) Boris Bike(s) though.
Post by: Kim on 29 September, 2010, 11:40:23 pm
the safety of the Northern Line
Not words you usually see together...
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 30 September, 2010, 01:00:58 pm
the safety of the Northern Line
Not words you usually see together...
God created
Post by: Andrij on 30 September, 2010, 01:05:01 pm
the safety of the Northern Line
Not words you usually see together...
God createdArrakisthe Northern line to train the Faithful
... and the Central Line to sap their will to live.
Post by: Kim on 30 September, 2010, 01:08:12 pm
God createdArrakisthe Northern line to train the Faithful
... and the Central Line to sap their will to live.
... and the Piccadilly Line to teach them patience.
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 30 September, 2010, 01:11:00 pm
God createdArrakisthe Northern line to train the Faithful
... and the Central Line to sap their will to live.
... and the Piccadilly Line to teach them patience.
...and the District Line to make them envious of anyone who commutes from west London by bicycle.
Post by: origamist on 30 September, 2010, 01:50:37 pm
I saw Origamist at Stockwell this morning. Don't think he saw me. I was on a different bike, not wearing a yacf or Clarion jersey, and had a h*lm*t on. I stuck on his tail till Oval, but never close enough to talk without distracting him.
Then I had to give up & let him go. He really is quite fast.
I've seen him three days in a row now.
Last night I saw him at Stockwell, and caught up with him by Clapham North (he had a deeply unfortunate run of red lights). He did a double take at the bike, and I explained about the S3X. We had as in-depth a conversation as one can manage at the lights and the short distance to Apex (where I went first for a spacer).
This morning, I saw him again. I think he was taking it easy, though. I'm rather unwell today, and a bit slow, but I kept him in sight for a while before stopping beside him. He commented about the size of the bike, but I think it's OK for me. Then he sped off. But I saw him walking his bike a little further on. Hope everything was OK. I was already late for work on a day I'm interviewing, so couldn't stop. :-\
Good to see you. I'm just recovering from a cold too...
The S3X might be worth an experiment - I'll consider a wheel build.
Puncture (again) - the Krylion Carbon rear has seen about 4000 miles and it's very susceptible to pointy/sharp object in the wet. Just been on the CRC site for a replacement.
Post by: hellymedic on 30 September, 2010, 02:03:48 pm
God createdArrakisthe Northern line to train the Faithful
... and the Central Line to sap their will to live.
... and the Piccadilly Line to teach them patience.
...and the District Line to make them envious of anyone who commutes from west London by bicycle.
and the Metropolitan Line so people can escape to South Bucks through Metroland (with Betjeman in mind).
Post by: Bledlow on 01 October, 2010, 01:42:59 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 03 October, 2010, 06:51:56 pm
Post by: RichForrest on 03 October, 2010, 08:31:03 pm
I passed him going up through Woburn park and on stopping to wait for the others in my group he pulled up and asked who I was on the forum
Hello Adrian ;D
Post by: Adrian on 03 October, 2010, 09:46:34 pm
Cycling on my local monthly cycle rides today found us using a bit of the Oxford to Cambridge route for a few miles. I was passed by a bloke and thought he looks familiar ???
I passed him going up through Woburn park and on stopping to wait for the others in my group he pulled up and asked who I was on the forum
Hello Adrian ;D
A pleasure to meet you on a soggy ride
Post by: SandyV on 04 October, 2010, 11:08:24 pm
Weather fine and cool (9 degrees at the start). 86 starters.
Post by: border-rider on 04 October, 2010, 11:12:23 pm
Post by: hellymedic on 05 October, 2010, 12:05:00 am
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 05 October, 2010, 10:05:04 am
Post by: clarion on 06 October, 2010, 04:30:05 pm
Well, he saw me, but, since I saw him back, this isn't another self-spot :-\
It's a bit dispiriting to be doing 30kph, passing other cyclists, and have someone steam past not seeming to be making any effort...
Post by: Basil on 06 October, 2010, 05:57:38 pm
It's a bit dispiriting to be doing 30kph, passing other cyclists, and have someone steam past not seeming to be making any effort...
I'm having to get used to it. :-[
I don't think that I'm massively slower than I used to be. I think there are a lot more fast riders than there used to be 15-20 years ago.
Well, that's my story and I'm sticking to it. :smug:
Post by: clarion on 06 October, 2010, 11:03:50 pm
Before he zoomed off anyway :-\
Post by: CrinklyLion on 07 October, 2010, 12:16:59 am
Post by: Charlotte on 07 October, 2010, 08:14:37 am
Post by: clarion on 08 October, 2010, 10:42:13 am
Saw him again tonight. But this time I caught him up :smug:
Before he zoomed off anyway :-\
And again last night.
Look - let's just assume for the foreseeable future that, if I don't say otherwise, Origamist has, at some point, zoomed past me. ::-)
Post by: border-rider on 08 October, 2010, 10:48:23 am
A splendid and charming Dr Volio in his native habitat yesterday.
A very fine lunch was had with Charlotte & Julian in one of our local pubs :)
Post by: Jules on 08 October, 2010, 04:10:41 pm
Post by: Redlight on 08 October, 2010, 06:02:21 pm
Post by: Adrian on 09 October, 2010, 01:06:14 am
Saw him again tonight. But this time I caught him up :smug:
Before he zoomed off anyway :-\
And again last night.
Look - let's just assume for the foreseeable future that, if I don't say otherwise, Origamist has, at some point, zoomed past me. ::-)
to be fair, he is quite quick
Post by: Ham on 09 October, 2010, 04:02:00 pm
Post by: Wendy on 09 October, 2010, 07:22:26 pm
Quite apart from Andrej (who I was riding with), Rogerzilla and the FNRttS folw who I was riding too, Wendy teaching people how to roller blade in Hyde Park. They seemed to be having fun.
Yeah, that was nice! Thanks for stopping by, I appreciated that. :)
Post by: Kim on 10 October, 2010, 12:21:33 am
Post by: tiermat on 10 October, 2010, 05:45:45 pm
Post by: Steve Kish on 10 October, 2010, 06:01:53 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 10 October, 2010, 08:19:09 pm
Post by: Steve Kish on 10 October, 2010, 09:10:41 pm
Hope to see you on your new Dawes on the road. 8)
Post by: Butterfly on 10 October, 2010, 09:19:45 pm
Post by: jogler on 10 October, 2010, 09:23:17 pm
Shhhh! ;)
the bike :thumbsup:
or
the other chap :demon:
;D
Post by: Katie on 10 October, 2010, 10:49:18 pm
Post by: Kim on 10 October, 2010, 10:50:35 pm
Post by: Andrij on 13 October, 2010, 07:35:44 am
Post by: SandyV on 14 October, 2010, 08:23:05 am
Post by: geraldc on 14 October, 2010, 06:55:29 pm
Post by: clarion on 14 October, 2010, 09:24:20 pm
Post by: YahudaMoon on 15 October, 2010, 07:24:49 pm
Post by: YahudaMoon on 15 October, 2010, 08:35:08 pm
Post by: clarion on 15 October, 2010, 08:38:32 pm
... Todmorden in Yorkshire ...
Soooo many people get it wrong (including the local authority ::-) )
Post by: YahudaMoon on 15 October, 2010, 09:06:44 pm
Post by: clarion on 15 October, 2010, 09:14:40 pm
Until 1865 IIRC, the border passed through the middle of the town, symbolised by the frieze on the front of the Town Hall, which sat on the boundary. This anomaly occured because, from antiquity until the 18th Century, the valley bottom wasn't really habitable, and the settlements were based around the Mankinholes area on the southern shelf, and Heptonstall on the northern one, with the packhorse routes traversing the moors. When the Rochdale Canal was built, it drained the valley and the toll roads came through, with Todmorden being built on the junction of the Halifax, Burnley and Rochdale roads.
It was realised this wasn't a tenable position, so the border was moved about five miles west.
I did ask how Calderdale Council, which is entirely in Yorkshire, could demand Council Tax off me if they thought I lived in Lancashire. ;D
Post by: peliroja on 16 October, 2010, 02:33:05 am
Woollypigs and Peliroja in my office! (In Brisbane, Australia) - looking relaxed and fit. They've left their bikes here until Sunday while they travel a little north with friends (much to the interest of my work colleagues) :)Thank you Sandy for such a great welcome (forummers aren't half lovely!) and what lovely relaxed work colleagues you have. :) See you again very soon.
Post by: jellied on 16 October, 2010, 12:00:13 pm
Post by: Eccentrica Gallumbits on 16 October, 2010, 02:58:58 pm
Until 1865 IIRC, the border passed through the middle of the town, symbolised by the frieze on the front of the Town Hall, which sat on the boundary.What, the Yorkshire half of the freize showing delightful civilised people living a refined life, and the other half just saying "here be dragons"?
Post by: redshift on 16 October, 2010, 03:24:11 pm
Until 1865 IIRC, the border passed through the middle of the town, symbolised by the frieze on the front of the Town Hall, which sat on the boundary.What, the Yorkshire half of the freize showing delightful civilised people living a refined life, and the other half just saying "here be dragons"?
Nah, the other half just has a big red rose on it and the motto "Qui gagne" ;D
Post by: redshift on 16 October, 2010, 03:27:26 pm
Post by: clarion on 16 October, 2010, 03:38:45 pm
Post by: clarion on 16 October, 2010, 03:45:15 pm
I think going round to a forumite's house is cheating, though, isn't it?
Or stalking, or something ;D
Post by: CrinklyLion on 16 October, 2010, 08:13:30 pm
Post by: MSeries on 16 October, 2010, 08:59:33 pm
Did the Fleet Moss 200km AUK perm yesterday. Decided to start from Todmorden in Yorkshire and cycle to the start from Manchester. On my departure from Todmorden leaving the ATM for validation a cyclist wizzed passed me shouting my nick name. Obviosly late for work as it was 7.30 am and waved me on. I shouted 'Who's that ? ' No reply. I don't know anyone in Yorkshire apart from a few AUK'ers. Who was it ?
I know who it'll have been, not me BTW.
Post by: Greenbank on 17 October, 2010, 09:56:53 am
Did the Fleet Moss 200km AUK perm yesterday. Decided to start from Todmorden in Yorkshire and cycle to the start from Manchester. On my departure from Todmorden leaving the ATM for validation a cyclist wizzed passed me shouting my nick name. Obviosly late for work as it was 7.30 am and waved me on. I shouted 'Who's that ? ' No reply. I don't know anyone in Yorkshire apart from a few AUK'ers. Who was it ?
I know who it'll have been, not me BTW.
DW?
Post by: Jaded on 17 October, 2010, 10:03:15 am
I spotted Jaded on page 666 of an art book (he's next to a big nekkid lady!)
Aha! The book is out. I shall have to get my copy. Good page number ;D
Post by: rogerzilla on 17 October, 2010, 11:33:00 am
I spotted Jaded on page 666 of an art book (he's next to a big nekkid lady!)
Aha! The book is out. I shall have to get my copy. Good page number ;D
(http://www.yacf.co.uk/images/wherepics.gif)
Post by: TimO on 17 October, 2010, 12:37:08 pm
I spotted Jaded on page 666 of an art book (he's next to a big nekkid lady!)
Aha! The book is out. I shall have to get my copy. Good page number ;D
(http://www.yacf.co.uk/images/wherepics.gif)
If Jaded is nekkid as well, I can probably live without the pics. ;D
Post by: Jurek on 17 October, 2010, 08:08:08 pm
I looked at him and thought, I hope I can do that kinda sh!t when I reach his vintage :thumbsup:
Post by: geraldc on 17 October, 2010, 08:24:42 pm
(http://www.pbase.com/image/129501889/large.jpg)
Post by: jogler on 17 October, 2010, 09:43:57 pm
Post by: Adrian on 19 October, 2010, 08:23:39 pm
Post by: little miss mac on 19 October, 2010, 08:35:46 pm
This may turn this thread NSFW
(http://www.pbase.com/image/129501889/large.jpg)
Crocs. Practical footwear for any outfit.
Post by: clarion on 19 October, 2010, 09:23:13 pm
Post by: clarion on 27 October, 2010, 01:31:11 pm
Not a surprise, though. We had arranged to meet.
And I did get to see her lovely Holdsworth again :)
Post by: jogler on 27 October, 2010, 01:40:10 pm
Post by: clarion on 27 October, 2010, 01:44:04 pm
Post by: border-rider on 28 October, 2010, 11:27:55 am
She was steaming from Abergavenny towards Raglan as we were trundling the other way
Post by: clarion on 28 October, 2010, 01:24:41 pm
Post by: border-rider on 28 October, 2010, 01:26:32 pm
Post by: Ray 6701 on 31 October, 2010, 05:51:00 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 31 October, 2010, 05:58:38 pm
Mind you they were picking up their motor from my drive, having stashed it there while I was away on holibobs.
(chocs were dead good, thanks very much. Some still remain)
Post by: L CC on 31 October, 2010, 08:26:45 pm
I spotted him again today, but that didn't count as it was pre arranged.
Post by: Wowbagger on 03 November, 2010, 10:51:44 am
Post by: TimO on 03 November, 2010, 11:11:48 am
Post by: clarion on 03 November, 2010, 08:51:16 pm
Of course, I caught him up, and we sped along, chatting.
Did I bollox! By the time the lights had changed, he was but a bright red speck in the far distance.
Post by: PaulR on 04 November, 2010, 09:40:48 am
Post by: little miss mac on 04 November, 2010, 10:45:17 pm
I was too desperate to get home to stop and say hi, but I will next time :)
Post by: Wendy on 04 November, 2010, 11:47:19 pm
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 05 November, 2010, 12:59:37 pm
Post by: clarion on 06 November, 2010, 06:47:45 pm
Post by: Rhys W on 06 November, 2010, 07:18:45 pm
A not-quite-forumite, but well known to a lot of us here, Emilio is to be seen in today's GuardianI got there first! (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=40222.0) :P
Post by: clarion on 06 November, 2010, 07:22:32 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 07 November, 2010, 12:39:38 am
I'll see him again tomorrow at the Velodrome.
Post by: clarion on 07 November, 2010, 01:13:51 pm
Jurek
Pippa
fhills (of course)
Adrian
Tim Hall & Mrs Hall
Simon L (I know he's not a member, but so many of us know him, he may as well be ;) )
AJB IIRC
Zoom
ianrauk
and some other folk who I kinda recognised but couldn't remember their names :-[
Post by: valkyrie on 07 November, 2010, 05:59:25 pm
Post by: Oaky on 07 November, 2010, 10:30:34 pm
He didn't seem keen on the idea of trying the fixed up North Hill with his daughter in the trailer when I suggested it though.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 08 November, 2010, 10:24:15 am
Post by: Jurek on 08 November, 2010, 10:37:09 am
Unlike our encounter (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=5506.msg764628#msg764628) last week, today's weather dictated that we exchange only the briefest of pleasantries. :)
Post by: jane on 08 November, 2010, 10:47:42 am
Post by: Jurek on 08 November, 2010, 10:53:52 am
I called out but they shot across Honor Oak Park without so much as glance behind.
'tis the way it is, on a fhills ride ;)
Post by: PaulR on 08 November, 2010, 11:29:33 am
PaulR (bedecked in weather-beating yellow + shorts :o) this morning as I left home.
Unlike our encounter (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=5506.msg764628#msg764628) last week, today's weather dictated that we exchange only the briefest of pleasantries. :)
Good to see you again and good that you managed to get out on the bike yesterday. That yellow is truly vile to look at but it is toasty warm and does the job, despite not claiming to be rainproof in any way. Shorts were a little on the damp side eight miles further on...
Post by: LindaG on 08 November, 2010, 01:17:18 pm
Post by: jellied on 08 November, 2010, 09:05:18 pm
I didn't even have to stand on my pedals, which is just as well otherwise I would have crashed the car I was driving.
Post by: Wowbagger on 14 November, 2010, 12:02:18 pm
Post by: Domestique on 14 November, 2010, 04:11:52 pm
Whilst out walking the dog just now, I was overtaken by a brace of speeding blurs in what may well have been the forms of Domestique and 2 Flat Erics as they mounted the pavement by the funeral directors' in East Street and disappeared down the cycle path alongside Victoria Avenue.
Yes, it was us running from the rain :-[
http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=10.7616 (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=10.7616)
Post by: Wowbagger on 14 November, 2010, 06:57:07 pm
Whilst out walking the dog just now, I was overtaken by a brace of speeding blurs in what may well have been the forms of Domestique and 2 Flat Erics as they mounted the pavement by the funeral directors' in East Street and disappeared down the cycle path alongside Victoria Avenue.
Yes, it was us running from the rain :-[
http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=10.7616 (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=10.7616)
I'm not surprised you didn't recognise me: I had my hood up and was trudging head down to get to Churchill Gardens so that I could empty the dog and get back home as quickly as possible.
Post by: Riggers on 15 November, 2010, 08:58:01 am
Post by: itsbruce on 15 November, 2010, 09:20:00 am
Empty the … dog?
You know how it is. They can't sit there by your chair with their mouths hanging open all day - at some point you will have to empty out the cigarette ash.
Post by: Kim on 15 November, 2010, 01:04:10 pm
Empty the … dog?
Traditional cycle path activity, innit.
Post by: Domestique on 15 November, 2010, 01:07:10 pm
Post by: Jacomus on 16 November, 2010, 08:27:07 am
Post by: clarion on 16 November, 2010, 08:33:23 am
Anyway, I had just been wasting my time trying to make a statement to the Police (as requested earlier) about the latest assault by a cabbie, but been only allowed to make a crime report to a person who got things woefully wrong, and didn't even know what an Advanced Stop Line was! >:( >:( >:(
Still, I was in a right old mood, and probably had a dark thundercloud hanging over my head, when I was cheerfully hailed by a rider I didn't recognise because of the shades and hat (helmet? I can't remember). But you introduced yourself, and made me happy, Jacomus.
:)
Post by: Jacomus on 16 November, 2010, 08:52:21 am
It was my helmet, supplemented with those round the back of the head ear muff things + my ever present cycling glasses :)
Post by: her_welshness on 18 November, 2010, 04:09:30 pm
Post by: itsbruce on 20 November, 2010, 03:19:28 pm
You can see some of them in this photo (http://www.flickr.com/photos/itsbruce/5191573047/in/set-72157624385105316/), with Adrian deep in contemplation at the centre.
Post by: hellymedic on 20 November, 2010, 04:41:19 pm
Post by: itsbruce on 20 November, 2010, 04:46:46 pm
Post by: Adrian on 20 November, 2010, 11:42:18 pm
Oh, a whole bunch of forumites, some I've met before, some not, on various dark and winding roads between London and Brighton. There was an Adrian, a TimO, a Tigerrr and more.
You can see some of them in this photo (http://www.flickr.com/photos/itsbruce/5191573047/in/set-72157624385105316/), with Adrian deep in contemplation at the centre.
Is that what it is.
Post by: Regulator on 20 November, 2010, 11:57:01 pm
Oh, a whole bunch of forumites, some I've met before, some not, on various dark and winding roads between London and Brighton. There was an Adrian, a TimO, a Tigerrr and more.
You can see some of them in this photo (http://www.flickr.com/photos/itsbruce/5191573047/in/set-72157624385105316/), with Adrian deep in contemplation at the centre.
Is that what it is.
Lordy, you're looking grumpy there Adrian.
You need a Reggie cuddle....
Post by: Simonb on 21 November, 2010, 12:04:42 am
Post by: Adrian on 21 November, 2010, 12:05:46 am
Oh, a whole bunch of forumites, some I've met before, some not, on various dark and winding roads between London and Brighton. There was an Adrian, a TimO, a Tigerrr and more.
You can see some of them in this photo (http://www.flickr.com/photos/itsbruce/5191573047/in/set-72157624385105316/), with Adrian deep in contemplation at the centre.
Is that what it is.
Lordy, you're looking grumpy there Adrian.
You need a Reggie cuddle....
I am, but have no recollection of any such emotion. Are you really sure that a Reggie cuddle would help?
Post by: SpaceBadger on 21 November, 2010, 12:25:59 pm
Post by: Jurek on 21 November, 2010, 02:03:27 pm
Post by: PaulR on 21 November, 2010, 02:07:22 pm
(Sam texted me last night just to report that he had seen a couple on a tandem as he was heading over to Eltham. I've got him quite well indoctrinated)
Post by: clarion on 21 November, 2010, 05:01:24 pm
I suppose we could have dropped in on a tea crawl, Paul. ;D Must do that some time; there are lots of forumites around the area.
Hope to see you again some time.
Post by: phil d on 21 November, 2010, 09:48:00 pm
I met and had a nice chat with Phil d in Stacey's Kitchen in Cricklade earlier this morning. He was carbo-loading ;) in the middle of a drizzly 200. I'd driven the 5 miles to the cafe for a fry-up. :-[
Good to meet you SB. That was a hard ride; after leaving you it was all the way through Cirencester and Cheltenham to Broadway into what seemed an energy-sapping (and cold!) headwind. I felt more tired after that 200 than I've felt for a long time.
Post by: Jaded on 21 November, 2010, 11:18:36 pm
Thanks both. :thumbsup:
Post by: clarion on 23 November, 2010, 10:55:36 pm
In our kitchen. :)
Post by: Tim Hall on 23 November, 2010, 11:51:32 pm
Oh, a whole bunch of forumites, some I've met before, some not, on various dark and winding roads between London and Brighton. There was an Adrian, a TimO, a Tigerrr and more.
You can see some of them in this photo (http://www.flickr.com/photos/itsbruce/5191573047/in/set-72157624385105316/), with Adrian deep in contemplation at the centre.
You can just make out my head, immediately behind Adrain, sitting down in a blue top. Mrs. Hall is asleep, out of shot. We were on the tandem. All round top bloke JT is opposite me, also in blue. Just realised next to him in the back to front hiviz is Jeremy of th exploding tyres and stripped axle fame.
Post by: Eccentrica Gallumbits on 25 November, 2010, 05:16:53 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 27 November, 2010, 03:32:25 am
Post by: CrinklyLion on 27 November, 2010, 01:00:48 pm
And now I've sent the pair of them off to the pub/AGM (boab's getting a trophy, donchaknow!)/pub/AUK dinner with a rack pack lightly loaded with cake.
Post by: Steve Kish on 27 November, 2010, 05:51:48 pm
Post by: matthew on 28 November, 2010, 07:54:05 am
Charlotte, pictured as part of a LEJOG article in the new issue of 'Cycle', the CTC rag. :thumbsup:Turn over a couple of pages and you will see her again in the article on the Knutsford Great Race.
Post by: Steve Kish on 28 November, 2010, 06:13:13 pm
Post by: tonyh on 29 November, 2010, 09:48:52 am
Thanks for lots of excellent Forumite company at the Audax AGM weekend.
Post by: clarion on 29 November, 2010, 09:57:41 am
Jane was there at the start, too, but sadly couldn't do the ride. :( :( :(
Post by: Jacomus on 29 November, 2010, 10:34:08 am
Nice little chat and Emily and I were very impressed with the amount of light coming off the bike.
Hope your gears behaved :)
Post by: Wendy on 29 November, 2010, 10:51:46 am
Post by: CrinklyLion on 29 November, 2010, 03:48:54 pm
Post by: clarion on 29 November, 2010, 03:54:18 pm
And what wellies did you buy?
Post by: CrinklyLion on 29 November, 2010, 04:15:01 pm
And indeed, YAY for Arch and the St Nick's recycling team. I am so disappointed that our round has gone to the council instead of them, because the St Nick's lot are undoubtably the coolest. I mean, they use trikes!
Post by: Arch on 29 November, 2010, 06:03:03 pm
We weren't actually collecting today, we're still between rounds on the changeover. Today's job (after we spent the morning shovelling snow off the path at the centre, and off the ground at our skip compond) was to deliver boxes and bags to one of the new city centre rounds.
Beryl (that's the vehicle) made it to the middle of town, haemoraghing (sp?) charge as she went, but we had to abandon the job half done when the charge indicator went amber, and we crawled home on flashing red, with my co-pilot pushing to get her across junctions before the lights changed again. It took five staff to push her up the slight slope to the gates and into her lockup.
Should have taken the trikes! :facepalm:
Tomorrow could be fun. By which I mean 'fun'. A full collection as normal to do, and more snow forecast. Beryl should be a bit better, she's always a bit naff on a Monday morning, as she charges Friday night and then dribbles charge away over the weekend. But she doesn't like the cold.
We don't like to fail. Last year we had to miss a few streets on the worst days, but we made it. We might have a few long days, but we'll do our best. And it's very nice to be appreciated. :)
PS I also saw both cubs and their Dad this morning on the way in, but I don't think they recognised me on foot....
Post by: mike on 07 December, 2010, 12:46:43 pm
I was the next appointment and tried not to think about why the treatment table was still nice and warm...
Post by: CrinklyLion on 12 December, 2010, 11:11:22 pm
Post by: Deano on 12 December, 2010, 11:12:00 pm
Yesterday - the Tiermat family, Uncle Phil and Mrs Uncle Phil, 'Slow'coach, LindaG and Crusty. And then today, Arch who was in my house peeling sprouts.
Shouldn't that be Auntie Phil?
Post by: Regulator on 12 December, 2010, 11:36:12 pm
Simon P, cycling out of the carpark at the physio while I was on the phone in the car.
I was the next appointment and tried not to think about why the treatment table was still nice and warm...
*Quizical raised eyebrow smiley*
Post by: Wendy on 13 December, 2010, 07:06:29 am
Post by: little miss mac on 15 December, 2010, 09:22:08 am
Sorry I didn't stop, WW, but I was running late and you looked like you knew what you were doing :D
Post by: LindaG on 20 December, 2010, 09:37:26 am
I hope he enjoys that pudding 'cos it was a bally cold bike ride to come and get it!
Post by: jogler on 20 December, 2010, 09:49:04 am
Post by: CrinklyLion on 21 December, 2010, 09:33:52 pm
Post by: her_welshness on 30 December, 2010, 01:52:28 pm
Post by: clarion on 02 January, 2011, 05:06:28 pm
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 11 January, 2011, 11:25:17 am
Post by: border-rider on 12 January, 2011, 12:18:52 am
Post by: Greenbank on 12 January, 2011, 09:22:59 am
We've got that Manotea locked away in the spare room :)
Ah, now Breaking open a padlock with 6mm diam hardened steel clasp. (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=42632.0) makes sense!
Post by: border-rider on 12 January, 2011, 11:48:18 am
Post by: Andrij on 13 January, 2011, 09:25:22 am
Older chap wearing Willesden shorts and an AUK cap under his helmet, spotted at the southern end of Gracechurch Street (mostly likely carrying on across London Bridge), 08:30 this morning.
Post by: Jurek on 18 January, 2011, 03:49:48 pm
In Richmond Park.
He gave me a gland compression nut.
Shortly, I shall fit it.
Post by: Greenbank on 19 January, 2011, 07:37:32 pm
I spotted a number of cyclists but no-one I recognised (no Andrij or SotR like last year).
Post by: tiermat on 19 January, 2011, 07:44:32 pm
Had a quick chat then we went opposite ways.
Post by: Tewdric on 19 January, 2011, 07:47:03 pm
He gave me a gland compression nut.
The traditional manner of greeting for Glasgow Rangers supporters amongst Celtic fans, I gather.
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 19 January, 2011, 11:40:25 pm
I spotted Wascally Weasal doing something mechanical to his bike by the side of the road this morning.
Sorry I didn't stop, WW, but I was running late and you looked like you knew what you were doing :D
That was just after Chelsea Bridge on the Embankment?
I was as clueless as usual but muddled through the last of the faerie visits of the year.
Post by: Jurek on 20 January, 2011, 08:39:30 am
Reminds me, did anyone do the Southwark cyclists Christmas Day ride and have a drink in the Dukes Head in Putney?
I spotted a number of cyclists but no-one I recognised (no Andrij or SotR like last year).
I did - but didn't make it to the Duke's Head, choosing instead to peel off at Putney Bridge and head home apace on account of the ride being so s l o w
that my extremities were starting to freeze. I don't think there was anyone else from here on that ride.
Post by: little miss mac on 20 January, 2011, 12:30:38 pm
I spotted Wascally Weasal doing something mechanical to his bike by the side of the road this morning.
Sorry I didn't stop, WW, but I was running late and you looked like you knew what you were doing :D
That was just after Chelsea Bridge on the Embankment?
I was as clueless as usual but muddled through the last of the faerie visits of the year.
Yes, that was it. You charged past me yesterday, too, at the same place, and there was no way I could catch you before you turned left. I did hear you saying something to the chap who happened to be cycling the wrong way down your side of the street. ;D
Post by: PaulF on 20 January, 2011, 01:31:50 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 20 January, 2011, 01:47:54 pm
Post by: Jurek on 20 January, 2011, 07:54:19 pm
Indeed it was PaulR a few moments ago in my road (and his).
We talked about beer, soldering and washing machines.
I think I saw Jurek this afternoon, whizzing along East Hill. I was at a bus stop and by the time I was confident enough that it was him to call out, he had gone too far past to hear me :-[.It was I.
Either en route to, or returning from Manotea Towers.
Post by: Butterfly on 20 January, 2011, 07:57:13 pm
Post by: Jurek on 20 January, 2011, 07:59:45 pm
You were heading towards Wandsworth :). I was working, had a pushchair instead of a bike :(.
That will have been me on my way to Paul's then.
I'm likely not to have clocked the pushchair - unless there were Colnago (or something) labels on the tubes :D
Post by: clarion on 20 January, 2011, 11:06:34 pm
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 21 January, 2011, 02:27:47 am
I spotted Wascally Weasal doing something mechanical to his bike by the side of the road this morning.
Sorry I didn't stop, WW, but I was running late and you looked like you knew what you were doing :D
That was just after Chelsea Bridge on the Embankment?
I was as clueless as usual but muddled through the last of the faerie visits of the year.
Yes, that was it. You charged past me yesterday, too, at the same place, and there was no way I could catch you before you turned left. I did hear you saying something to the chap who happened to be cycling the wrong way down your side of the street. ;D
Ah yes. I believe my comment was a subtle one and softly spoken. I'm sure I didn't shout "YOU'RE ON THE WRONG SIDE OF THE FUCKING ROAD YOU PRICK!". I'm sure I was far more erudite and witty than that.*
*Statement may contain lies
Post by: clarion on 21 January, 2011, 09:41:35 am
Post by: PaulR on 21 January, 2011, 09:47:22 am
"There's only one cyclist who has a light as bright as that!" I called out as my retinas collapsed.
Indeed it was PaulR a few moments ago in my road (and his).
We talked about beer, soldering and washing machines.
but...but...but it was on its lowest setting, honest guv!
good to see you
I will catch up with you shortly for more soldering, beer and wine discussions
Post by: SandyV on 24 January, 2011, 12:34:58 am
Post by: TimO on 24 January, 2011, 09:12:47 am
VeloYellow was spotted yesterday between Falls Creek and Mt Beauty on the Audax Australia Alpine Classic by a YACF couple in Elgin cycling club jerseys. His YACF KOM jersey might have been the tip off.
Do you know who, or is this a challenge? I immediately thought of the Things, but they're in South America, which whilst in the Southern Hemisphere isn't terribly near!
I'm not sure I can think of any other definitely southern YACF couples.
Post by: Butterfly on 24 January, 2011, 09:17:28 am
Post by: eck on 24 January, 2011, 09:23:46 am
This wild assumption is based on the following:
1: I know they are off on their annual winter travels, again.
2: They are from Elgin.
;)
Post by: clarion on 24 January, 2011, 10:02:30 am
First there was Chris L with his pretty red Cliff Shrubb. We chatted between Stockwell & Oval.
Later there was a large blur I identified as Origamist. When he sprints out of the saddle it looks like he's trying to rip the frame apart. ;D
Post by: origamist on 25 January, 2011, 09:37:33 am
On a more positve note, I spotted myself on a Youtube vid along CS7:
YouTube
- CN09 JBY - Helpful Lorry Driver?
(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDI_sMtJdVA)
Post by: SandyV on 25 January, 2011, 09:47:12 am
Post by: clarion on 25 January, 2011, 09:52:55 am
Spotted Clarion at Clapham South this morning when I was riding angry (which makes me careless and pushy).
Angry? You seemed smiley and fast to me. There were enough pushy riders on the road this morning, but I didn't think you were one.
Post by: clarion on 25 January, 2011, 09:54:17 am
On a more positve note, I spotted myself on a Youtube vid along CS7:
YouTube
- CN09 JBY - Helpful Lorry Driver?
(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDI_sMtJdVA)
More positive than spotting me? >:( Harrumph!
I wonder if there should be a separate section for spotting yourself? Very reflexive and post-modern ;D
Post by: oncemore on 29 January, 2011, 10:44:03 am
Post by: Butterfly on 31 January, 2011, 11:55:46 am
Post by: clarion on 31 January, 2011, 12:08:52 pm
Post by: Zipperhead on 31 January, 2011, 09:59:13 pm
Possibly Zipperhead heading along the embankment past Albert Bridge on Friday? We were in a hired car stuck in the traffic, so we couldn't chase him to find out :-\.
If I was on my Brompton then it's quite possible. Struggling into the headwind though.
Post by: Butterfly on 31 January, 2011, 10:53:39 pm
Post by: Wendy on 02 February, 2011, 09:45:12 am
On a more positve note, I spotted myself on a Youtube vid along CS7:
YouTube
- CN09 JBY - Helpful Lorry Driver?
(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDI_sMtJdVA)
More positive than spotting me? >:( Harrumph!
I wonder if there should be a separate section for spotting yourself? Very reflexive and post-modern ;D
LOL, more positive than feeling pushy and angry perhaps?
Post by: clarion on 02 February, 2011, 09:46:27 am
Post by: clarion on 02 February, 2011, 09:51:12 am
Post by: David Martin on 02 February, 2011, 01:32:17 pm
Post by: her_welshness on 03 February, 2011, 09:23:57 am
Post by: clarion on 03 February, 2011, 10:16:36 am
Post by: jellied on 03 February, 2011, 03:40:34 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 03 February, 2011, 08:26:09 pm
Post by: clarion on 04 February, 2011, 10:51:31 am
Post by: itsbruce on 04 February, 2011, 03:29:45 pm
Tentative spot: itsbruce heading North through Stockwell between about 0800-0815. Twas certainly a yellow bike. The rider was wearing a cycling cap.
That would be me :) Always wearing a cap. This morning it would have been a black Belgian-style winter cap which is my sole item of Rapha (http://www.rapha.cc/winter-hat/) kit - the only bit of Rapha kit I've seen which isn't reidiculously overpriced. Most days in this new warm weather, though, I've been wearing lighter caps like my Brixton Cycles one. Wouldn't mind an LFGSS one but that was a very limited run.
Post by: clarion on 04 February, 2011, 03:45:27 pm
Post by: PaulR on 07 February, 2011, 03:42:05 pm
Then I spotted Jurek as he came round to help unload the same organ and carry it into our kitchen. Blimey, that's a heavy piece of kit. I thought the vibraphone was heavy but it's nothing compared to that organ. Muchas gracias etc. :thumbsup:
Post by: clarion on 07 February, 2011, 09:23:34 pm
Post by: her_welshness on 11 February, 2011, 09:30:40 am
Post by: PaulR on 11 February, 2011, 12:52:46 pm
Post by: clarion on 11 February, 2011, 01:23:49 pm
That means I was spotted twice this morning. :)
Post by: clarion on 14 February, 2011, 09:23:27 am
Don't suppose he even noticed me :-\
Post by: CrinklyLion on 14 February, 2011, 07:38:56 pm
Post by: Arch on 14 February, 2011, 08:29:06 pm
Arch, earlier this evening. In my living room, eating her tea :)
And earlier still, peeling sprouts again. One more time and it becomes a tradition....
Thanks for dinner! And the very entertaining bedtime story! ;D
Post by: woollypigs on 14 February, 2011, 11:30:05 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 14 February, 2011, 11:49:32 pm
Post by: Andrij on 15 February, 2011, 01:46:27 pm
Post by: Zipperhead on 15 February, 2011, 02:20:44 pm
Spotted Zipperhead cycling down Millbank this morning. I'm sure he didn't recognise me as I was in fancy dress.
You're right I didn't recognise you - all the way to work I was trying to work out who it was!
Edited to add: And I thought that it couldn't have been a stray loony, they don't dress that well!
Post by: jogler on 15 February, 2011, 06:45:51 pm
Post by: Greenbank on 17 February, 2011, 10:52:24 am
Post by: peliroja on 17 February, 2011, 12:28:03 pm
Post by: Andrij on 18 February, 2011, 09:31:28 am
That's two people I've spotted this week, both times while I was sans bike. :-\
Post by: PaulR on 18 February, 2011, 09:46:30 am
Post by: CrinklyLion on 24 February, 2011, 09:13:27 pm
Post by: Jurek on 24 February, 2011, 09:28:05 pm
He, on his way home, from work.
Me, on mine, from Sainsbury's.
Topics discussed were as follows:
° Brightness of front lights.
° My ride today, at which point I slightly lost PaulR.
° Satellite passing overhead - the reason for slightly losing PaulR.
° The International Space Station, and its availability to the general public over the next few days.
° Aquaria, and the installation/upkeep therof.
At which point we both decided it was time to head for our respective homes :)
In all, not a bad encounter. :D
Post by: jellied on 25 February, 2011, 09:45:51 pm
Post by: PaulR on 26 February, 2011, 05:56:32 pm
Do feel free to tell more of your ride...
Yet another crossing of paths with PaulR earlier this evening.
He, on his way home, from work.
Me, on mine, from Sainsbury's.
Topics discussed were as follows:
° Brightness of front lights.
° My ride today, at which point I slightly lost PaulR.
° Satellite passing overhead - the reason for slightly losing PaulR.
° The International Space Station, and its availability to the general public over the next few days.
° Aquaria, and the installation/upkeep therof.
At which point we both decided it was time to head for our respective homes :)
In all, not a bad encounter. :D
Post by: clarion on 26 February, 2011, 08:45:15 pm
pretty sure i spotted a clarion in black yacf top along with a butterfly heading south in ealing tonight
Well spotted! :D We were passing through from CharlottenJulian's new place, on the way to a rather fine curry. Wish you'd yelled, as we'd love to have seen you :)
This morning, I came out of WH Smiths at Waterloo and saw Scumoftheroad disguised as a normal person, talking to the beautiful Butterfly :)
Post by: Aidan on 26 February, 2011, 08:49:18 pm
I spotted Aidan's nephew earlier today.
Not easy to miss , is he ;D
Post by: CrinklyLion on 02 March, 2011, 06:58:18 pm
Today, when I was on my way to work, Arch on her way to work. Who is neither gangly nor especially hairy, and doesn't really loom either.
Post by: Valiant on 03 March, 2011, 12:36:24 am
Not on this forum, but I spotted the Bandaged One near Aldgate. He was off to meet Jurek for a FNRttC recce, I was walking back to the office having dropped of my bike at Bicycle Magic. (Yes, I know, should have done it on Monday...)
That's two people I've spotted this week, both times while I was sans bike. :-\
Incidently we must have just missed eachother as I was there on that day too.
Post by: Arch on 03 March, 2011, 09:42:42 am
Today, when I was on my way to work, Arch on her way to work. Who is neither gangly nor especially hairy, and doesn't really loom either.
You say the nicest things....
I'd quite like to be able to loom, but that does require a certain height. I'll settle for not hitting my head on low beams.
Post by: origamist on 04 March, 2011, 09:26:14 am
Post by: clarion on 04 March, 2011, 10:07:24 am
Clarion ...looking composed ...
Mistaken identity? ;D
Good to see you though. I'm always a bit reticent to chat, mind, as I know I'm holding you up, especially at the moment when I'm still below par. ;D
Post by: jogler on 05 March, 2011, 07:17:00 pm
I spotted him several times alongside or directly behind all afternnon & ultimately spotted him again in our lounge,kitchen & dining room :)
Post by: Oaky on 06 March, 2011, 12:12:39 am
Post by: Oaky on 06 March, 2011, 12:26:34 am
A bit off route for the Shaftesbury 200, I'm guessing (and possibly the wrong time even if they took a deliberate detour). i guess they weren't on that ride.
Post by: essexian on 06 March, 2011, 11:05:41 am
I was the fat bloke on the Boardman Hybrid going toward the railway bridge.
Oh, lovely looking bike by the way. Completely want one!
Post by: tiermat on 07 March, 2011, 11:31:14 am
Post by: JJ on 09 March, 2011, 12:22:55 pm
Those under about 48 need not expect to understand about the tray.
Post by: fuzzy on 09 March, 2011, 12:36:51 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 09 March, 2011, 12:38:27 pm
Then Arch, on her upwrong, on her way to work this morning as I was waiting to turn out of our street.
Post by: Arch on 09 March, 2011, 05:31:46 pm
Arch, out in Beryl the Yellow Peril yesterday when we caught her up (despite the fact that Beryl was looking a bit nippier than usual in the arm weather) at the lights. We were walking :)
Then Arch, on her upwrong, on her way to work this morning as I was waiting to turn out of our street.
You should have seen us that morning, when she was suffering full-on Monday-morning-itis*. It's a good thing we're all embarrassment proof.
*she charges overnight, and starts to lose charge straight away. Hence on a Monday morning, she's been charged up Friday night when we plug her in, and spent the whole weekend leaking electrons quietly.
(it occurs to me suddenly that it wasn't Monday that CL saw us. D'oh!)
Post by: Wendy on 11 March, 2011, 10:31:54 am
Post by: her_welshness on 11 March, 2011, 10:36:48 am
On my way to work last night I saw Ianrauk. OK, he's off CC, but still a forumite. :P
I saw him last night, as he disappeared in a puff of smoke towards Bomley parts :)
Post by: Wendy on 11 March, 2011, 10:37:54 am
On my way to work last night I saw Ianrauk. OK, he's off CC, but still a forumite. :P
I saw him last night, as he disappeared in a puff of smoke towards Bomley parts :)
If I'd left a little earlier, I might have passed you!
Post by: her_welshness on 11 March, 2011, 10:42:38 am
On my way to work last night I saw Ianrauk. OK, he's off CC, but still a forumite. :P
I saw him last night, as he disappeared in a puff of smoke towards Bomley parts :)
If I'd left a little earlier, I might have passed you!
You would have definitely have passed me, especially with the bike I am on at the moment ::-)
Post by: Wendy on 11 March, 2011, 10:54:29 am
Post by: clarion on 11 March, 2011, 10:58:52 am
Post by: Pippa on 12 March, 2011, 10:57:27 am
Post by: peliroja on 12 March, 2011, 11:07:23 am
Did I spot a woollypigs doing a cycle surgery/doctor bike session at the north end of Southwark bridge last night around 5pm? I was running past as I was late for a train so didn't stop to say hello :-[Yes, he was there last night, and picked up a Zipperhead and a PGTips while he was at it! ;D
Post by: woollypigs on 12 March, 2011, 06:11:13 pm
Yup that was me, back there again the 23th.Did I spot a woollypigs doing a cycle surgery/doctor bike session at the north end of Southwark bridge last night around 5pm? I was running past as I was late for a train so didn't stop to say hello :-[Yes, he was there last night, and picked up a Zipperhead and a PGTips while he was at it! ;D
Post by: tiermat on 13 March, 2011, 04:00:18 pm
Post by: Karla on 13 March, 2011, 04:08:36 pm
Post by: MSeries on 13 March, 2011, 08:11:48 pm
Seen two today, Deano as we drove down the A167, then MSeries as we drove back, 2 hours later!I wasn't on the A167 today. It was an imposter. Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.
Post by: Deano on 13 March, 2011, 08:18:34 pm
Lots of VC167 shirts out today. It could have been FE Bob or Steve B, if you saw 'em from behind.
Post by: Eccentrica Gallumbits on 14 March, 2011, 09:27:40 am
Post by: CrinklyLion on 15 March, 2011, 08:03:51 pm
Post by: tiermat on 15 March, 2011, 08:23:43 pm
You should have beeped, T. I probably wouldn't have flicked you the v's.
Lots of VC167 shirts out today. It could have been FE Bob or Steve B, if you saw 'em from behind.
Nah saw what I thought was MSeries, from the front as we passed the Maunby turning.
It was but a fleeting glance tho....
I wasn't going to beep at you 'cos:
1) I was in a car you wouldn't have recognised (changed it on Friday)
2) the look on your face said "Just don't you dare", might have been due to the tandem chasing you :)
Post by: Deano on 15 March, 2011, 08:42:46 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 16 March, 2011, 09:05:36 am
Post by: RJ on 17 March, 2011, 09:52:42 pm
Post by: Arch on 18 March, 2011, 06:16:55 pm
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 19 March, 2011, 01:35:38 pm
Post by: Greenbank on 19 March, 2011, 10:01:52 pm
Post by: Zipperhead on 20 March, 2011, 12:07:42 am
Post by: Pippa on 23 March, 2011, 09:17:37 pm
Post by: woollypigs on 23 March, 2011, 10:16:59 pm
Post by: her_welshness on 23 March, 2011, 10:20:44 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 23 March, 2011, 10:22:56 pm
Post by: Pippa on 23 March, 2011, 10:40:13 pm
Arallsopp at around Lewisham parts. I'm sorry but I had to ruffle his hair, its gotten big. Great to see you :thumbsup:
His hair is currently awesome :D
Post by: Wendy on 24 March, 2011, 07:52:37 am
Arallsopp at around Lewisham parts. I'm sorry but I had to ruffle his hair, its gotten big. Great to see you :thumbsup:
LOL, that is so naughty!! Love it. ;D
Post by: fuzzy on 24 March, 2011, 10:12:54 am
Post by: CrinklyLion on 24 March, 2011, 09:45:22 pm
Well, actually she spotted me as she turned into the road where I was waiting at the T junction for the lights, sailed serenely by in the opposite direction and said hello and I did the classic 'away with the fairies sorry what who?' triple take before realising it was her and slightly pathetically saying 'oh hi!' to her disappearing tail lights :)
Post by: Rhys W on 24 March, 2011, 11:00:18 pm
Post by: TimO on 25 March, 2011, 12:04:13 am
Arallsopp at around Lewisham parts. I'm sorry but I had to ruffle his hair, its gotten big. Great to see you :thumbsup:His hair is currently awesome :D
Hair can be awesome? Damn, I knew I shouldn't have got it cut last week. ;D
Post by: RJ on 25 March, 2011, 12:32:45 pm
Groucho and TOBY ogling Marco Pantani's 1998 Mercatone Uno Bianchi in a car showroom in Pontypridd earlier tonight. No, really!
Strewth. What are the odds against that? (Pantani's bike (a) in a car showroom (b) in Ponty ...) :o
Post by: Andrij on 25 March, 2011, 08:04:42 pm
Definite spotting of her_welshness at the north end of Tower Bridge, where we arranged to meet for a pleasant pootle along the Thames :) (north half of my Thames Path Meander ride, but in reverse).
Post by: her_welshness on 25 March, 2011, 08:44:27 pm
Possible spotting of charlie_lcc abotu to head south across Tower Bridge.
Definite spotting of her_welshness at the north end of Tower Bridge, where we arranged to meet for a pleasant pootle along the Thames :) (north half of my Thames Path Meander ride, but in reverse).
Ooh did not realise you had spotted Charlie_lcc :)
That were a great pootle with the redoubtable Andrij, lovely gentle pootle across eastern parts of the Thames, some stopping points to look at various historical bits. I decided to forgo the ride home along the river and went along the A205 towards Lee Green. Good evening :thumbsup:
Post by: Arch on 28 March, 2011, 06:17:54 pm
Post by: PaulR on 30 March, 2011, 11:03:47 am
Post by: Rhys W on 30 March, 2011, 03:58:21 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 02 April, 2011, 12:08:29 am
Post by: clarion on 02 April, 2011, 11:59:19 am
Post by: Torslanda on 02 April, 2011, 05:18:11 pm
Whilst we were shooting the breeze who should turn up but Crinkles, Deano (& 2 others whose names escape me for now) researching the FNRtTH, of which more elsewhere. Cue Tiermat tending to his much overworked coffee maker and conspicuous Wagon Wheel consumption.
A Good Day.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 02 April, 2011, 09:43:39 pm
Do I get to shout 'Bingo!' with all that lot?
Post by: Deano on 02 April, 2011, 09:44:54 pm
Really surprised (and pleased) to see SteveGT and Mrs GT.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 02 April, 2011, 11:13:53 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 05 April, 2011, 12:16:53 am
And I spotted Arch's gang's very yellow Maximus trike in town earlier, ridden by one of her colleagues, and looked round to see if I could spot her but it turns out that she was on a train posting hot busts or something at the time....
Post by: Karla on 06 April, 2011, 11:59:13 am
I'm fairly sure I saw Mr Bunbury, disappearing down Lawrence Street towards Walmgate Bar earlier this evening.
I'm fairly sure you didn't! My memory tells me that I didn't go any further north than the uni yesterday.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 06 April, 2011, 12:05:39 pm
Post by: clarion on 06 April, 2011, 09:20:23 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 07 April, 2011, 10:35:29 pm
I was using the "all available lights" approach.
Post by: clarion on 10 April, 2011, 11:13:46 am
Seen a great pic of Jellied in a magazine. He's famous. :thumbsup:
Actually, two pics of him. In the second, he appears to be extracting a 26" inner tube from a 20" tyre ???
He seems to have won an award for being a top person. We knew that already, of course, but now he's been recognised on a wider scale. :thumbsup:
Extremely modest, too, it seems.
Post by: peliroja on 10 April, 2011, 11:18:18 am
Post by: SteveC on 10 April, 2011, 05:56:11 pm
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Post by: Jurek on 10 April, 2011, 05:58:24 pm
Was that Wendy teaching?
Quite likely.
Post by: Wendy on 10 April, 2011, 06:24:44 pm
Spent an hour or so sitting in the sun near the Albert Memorial, watching a skating lesson. Was that Wendy teaching? Well I wasn't going up to a complete stranger to ask, was I!
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Only if I was wearing mostly blue lycra. There are usually quite a few skaters teaching up there.
Post by: jellied on 10 April, 2011, 06:47:50 pm
Post by: hellymedic on 10 April, 2011, 06:57:25 pm
Post by: clarion on 10 April, 2011, 06:59:16 pm
Post by: hellymedic on 10 April, 2011, 07:07:52 pm
Database gives address valid from <moving date> and Date Joined as 22/3/2011.
Previous Branch Valid From Dates are in previous decade.
Post by: Wendy on 10 April, 2011, 07:58:58 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 10 April, 2011, 08:07:24 pm
I was wearing my yellow yACF top going in the opposite direction at the head of a long line of cyclists.
We were heading back to Chorlton Water Park to conclude the Chorlton Wander.
Post by: clarion on 10 April, 2011, 10:09:26 pm
Post by: SteveC on 10 April, 2011, 11:03:12 pm
Spent an hour or so sitting in the sun near the Albert Memorial, watching a skating lesson. Was that Wendy teaching? Well I wasn't going up to a complete stranger to ask, was I!
S
Only if I was wearing mostly blue lycra. There are usually quite a few skaters teaching up there.
Was you then! Definitely blue Lycra. I'll say hello next time! :thumbsup:
Post by: Wendy on 11 April, 2011, 09:25:39 am
Post by: A V Lowe on 11 April, 2011, 09:45:09 am
WIGATI I'll put a fixie back on the road - I was riding 56-13 which I've now worked out to be 116" - no wonder I had to walk up a few hills.
A V Lowe
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 11 April, 2011, 09:50:27 pm
A tall (looking) bloke wearing a KOTM yACF shirt heading at a rate of knots past Wythenshawe Park late this afternoon.
I was wearing my yellow yACF top going in the opposite direction at the head of a long line of cyclists.
We were heading back to Chorlton Water Park to conclude the Chorlton Wander.
Hey, that was me!! I like the "rate of knots" bit, I'm sure it was an illusion. Probably due to the Doppler effect !!
Sorry I didn't let on, but I don't wear my glasses when riding and can't really see detail.
Post by: Redlight on 12 April, 2011, 01:45:07 pm
Post by: alexb on 13 April, 2011, 03:09:33 pm
AlexB, family and friends at the Streatham kite festival. Thanks so much for inviting me, that was a particularly fine way to spend my afternoon off!!
It was great seeing you and your arrival and departure caused quite a stir!
Do you have footage of you leaving? We should all be lined up and waving if I remember correctly!
Post by: alexb on 13 April, 2011, 03:10:31 pm
Oh arse! I didn't know that there was a kite festival so near :(
I did think about dropping you a line, but there were already quite a few of us going and the coordination was getting tricky, as it was we never did find one group of our friends!
Post by: clarion on 13 April, 2011, 03:11:26 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 13 April, 2011, 04:10:03 pm
Post by: Wendy on 13 April, 2011, 04:12:38 pm
AlexB, family and friends at the Streatham kite festival. Thanks so much for inviting me, that was a particularly fine way to spend my afternoon off!!
It was great seeing you and your arrival and departure caused quite a stir!
Do you have footage of you leaving? We should all be lined up and waving if I remember correctly!
I just had a quick look, yes! You have a very cool family. :D
Post by: alexb on 13 April, 2011, 05:02:24 pm
Never mind. It's OK. Maybe next year?
You do know that you don't a festival as an excuse to fly a kite?
If you ever fancy meeting up for a spot of cloud observation, we could meet mid-way over on Mitcham Common, there are some quite good spots out there. Mind you, you do have to agree to share the dog-stick throwing duties!
Post by: clarion on 13 April, 2011, 05:07:07 pm
Post by: TimO on 14 April, 2011, 06:33:15 pm
I occasionally see kites being flown on Clapham Common, and on a couple of occasions with someone using them with a longboard, although not very successfully, which may have been because it wasn't all that windy at the time.
Post by: Redlight on 14 April, 2011, 07:03:13 pm
Post by: elgin_al on 15 April, 2011, 10:34:17 am
VeloYellow was spotted yesterday between Falls Creek and Mt Beauty on the Audax Australia Alpine Classic by a YACF couple in Elgin cycling club jerseys. His YACF KOM jersey might have been the tip off.
Long time ago, and I'm slow, Eck was right, :thumbsup: Mrs e-a and I took the panniers off for this one! Several thousand metres climbing in this one (must get a spotty jersey!)
Post by: alexb on 15 April, 2011, 11:49:25 am
I always seem to manage to miss the Kite festival, which I think has been going on since before I left Streatham, and that was three years ago.
I occasionally see kites being flown on Clapham Common, and on a couple of occasions with someone using them with a longboard, although not very successfully, which may have been because it wasn't all that windy at the time.
OK, so that's at least 3 of us.
I'm not sure about my plans for getting home from bognor yet, but if I have a bit of freedom, perhaps we could pack kites? My 8 foot foil doesn't take up much room...
Post by: Zipperhead on 15 April, 2011, 07:24:03 pm
Post by: TimO on 15 April, 2011, 07:49:05 pm
I don't own any kites, but we used to have some box kites we flew as kids. They're not the most exciting of kites, since you can't really describe them as acrobatic, but assuming you've got sufficient wind, they don't half go up fast!
Post by: woollypigs on 15 April, 2011, 07:58:29 pm
Post by: Wendy on 15 April, 2011, 08:00:29 pm
Post by: clarion on 15 April, 2011, 08:27:31 pm
Post by: Jurek on 15 April, 2011, 10:36:26 pm
I always seem to manage to miss the Kite festival, which I think has been going on since before I left Streatham, and that was three years ago.
I occasionally see kites being flown on Clapham Common, and on a couple of occasions with someone using them with a longboard, although not very successfully, which may have been because it wasn't all that windy at the time.
OK, so that's at least 3 of us.
I'm not sure about my plans for getting home from bognor yet, but if I have a bit of freedom, perhaps we could pack kites? My 8 foot foil doesn't take up much room...
I have 3X 2metre foils with the option of flying them on 150m Kevlar lines - a bit like flying a kite using a steel rods instead of string!!! - No line stretch - None. Just rigid control.
The more I think about it, the more inclined I am to bring my kites to Bognor / Felpham on the FNRttC.
I just need to check the tide tables - high tide early in the morning would put paid to any kiting...
Post by: Valiant on 16 April, 2011, 08:02:09 pm
Post by: alexb on 18 April, 2011, 09:16:37 am
Are kites acrobatic or aerobatic?
I would say 2 lines kites would be aerobatic, but 4 line kites could be regarded as acrobatic!
Post by: clarion on 18 April, 2011, 10:01:31 am
Post by: fuzzy on 18 April, 2011, 02:04:47 pm
I have red kite material.
I have Red kites up the ying yang- but then living where I do, Red Kites are a given.
Post by: fuzzy on 19 April, 2011, 09:11:48 am
I have red kite material.
I too have Red Kite material-
A Red Kite flies into a bar.
The landlord says "Thats gotta hurt".......
Two Red Kites fly into a bar.
One says to the other "What twat put that there?"
Coat? Door?
I'm outta here..........
Post by: itsbruce on 19 April, 2011, 04:22:38 pm
I have red kite material.
I have Red kites up the ying yang- but then living where I do, Red Kites are a suppository.
ftfy
Post by: Gareth Rees on 22 April, 2011, 07:18:13 pm
Post by: jogler on 22 April, 2011, 07:22:00 pm
Clarion & Butterfly & TGL
Post by: TimO on 22 April, 2011, 07:29:50 pm
... The more I think about it, the more inclined I am to bring my kites to Bognor / Felpham on the FNRttC.
I just need to check the tide tables - high tide early in the morning would put paid to any kiting...
Well the low tide is at 9-26am tomorrow morning, which should be about right, but I'm not sure if we've got a Jurek on the ride tonight, after NSTN and Rob broke him last weekend. ;D
Post by: woollypigs on 22 April, 2011, 07:44:47 pm
Post by: peliroja on 22 April, 2011, 07:49:45 pm
Tourist Tony: and what a splendid afternoon it was too :):thumbsup: It was indeed. Lovely to see you, TT.
Post by: Tourist Tony on 22 April, 2011, 10:36:29 pm
Post by: woollypigs on 22 April, 2011, 11:30:29 pm
And how remarkably quiet the London traffic was. Apart from the noisy ones, that is.....Yeah the boys was out with their toys. I saw at least four "super" cars while eating and all of them had to rev their right outside where we eat.
Post by: jellied on 23 April, 2011, 06:23:14 pm
Bit slow off the mark from me - but thanks for the spotting. There should be another of me extracting a 20" inner from a 26" wheel....probably.Seen a great pic of Jellied in a magazine. He's famous. :thumbsup:
Actually, two pics of him. In the second, he appears to be extracting a 26" inner tube from a 20" tyre ???
He seems to have won an award for being a top person. We knew that already, of course, but now he's been recognised on a wider scale. :thumbsup:
Extremely modest, too, it seems.
Post by: little miss mac on 24 April, 2011, 06:56:21 pm
Was anyone from here with him?
Post by: Wendy on 24 April, 2011, 06:58:14 pm
By chance I'd also met up with AlexWarrior1 from Vancouver, a YouTuber I particularly admire. I'd seen some recent videos of him Boris biking it like a pro, and realised he was here in Londene. We got to meet up after a quick few pm's were exchanged, and it was awesome hanging out in the park with him!!
Post by: peliroja on 24 April, 2011, 08:06:44 pm
Woolly and Peli spotted me at the Albert Memorial this afternoon, I was so chuffed they stopped to say hello.It was so nice (as ever) to see you, Mikey (and meet AlexWarrior1). What a beautiful day, and not too much traffic about. We saw loads of people enjoying the Boris Bikes - fantastic.
By chance I'd also met up with AlexWarrior1 from Vancouver, a YouTuber I particularly admire. I'd seen some recent videos of him Boris biking it like a pro, and realised he was here in Londene. We got to meet up after a quick few pm's were exchanged, and it was awesome hanging out in the park with him!!
Post by: jogler on 24 April, 2011, 08:09:31 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 25 April, 2011, 06:03:33 pm
Forumite spotting! On Charing Cross Road this morning, three cyclists kitted up for a long journey, with panniers fore and aft. Female rider in pink yacf jersey, male rider in blue yacf jersey.
Yes that was us! We were just off to Shropshire for the long weekend. We're on the train on the way back towards Paddington now :thumbsup:.
Post by: matthew on 25 April, 2011, 09:26:13 pm
Post by: Tourist Tony on 30 April, 2011, 12:29:19 pm
Post by: Tewdric on 03 May, 2011, 04:40:26 pm
Post by: Feline on 03 May, 2011, 07:25:44 pm
Feline flying down the Wye Valley between Chepstow and Tintern this morning, with a group that looked like the Bristol Oldtimers.
Yep it was me ;D
We went for a little 100k pootle to Kerne Bridge for a pub lunch. it was a lovely day for it too! As we passed your neck of the woods I did say 'my Sabbath was born near here' ;D
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/TuesBTOTCkernebridgeride.jpg)
Post by: Tewdric on 03 May, 2011, 08:04:59 pm
Feline flying down the Wye Valley between Chepstow and Tintern this morning, with a group that looked like the Bristol Oldtimers.
Yep it was me ;D
We went for a little 100k pootle to Kerne Bridge for a pub lunch. it was a lovely day for it too! As we passed your neck of the woods I did say 'my Sabbath was born near here' ;D
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/TuesBTOTCkernebridgeride.jpg)
I trust you appreciated the pristine litter-free Peregrine Path, after a fellow ranger and I took 2 black bags of crap off it yesterday!
Post by: Feline on 03 May, 2011, 08:30:08 pm
Feline flying down the Wye Valley between Chepstow and Tintern this morning, with a group that looked like the Bristol Oldtimers.
Yep it was me ;D
We went for a little 100k pootle to Kerne Bridge for a pub lunch. it was a lovely day for it too! As we passed your neck of the woods I did say 'my Sabbath was born near here' ;D
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/TuesBTOTCkernebridgeride.jpg)
I trust you appreciated the pristine litter-free Peregrine Path, after a fellow ranger and I took 2 black bags of crap off it yesterday!
Yep we fully appreciated it in all it's glory ;D
Post by: Ray 6701 on 04 May, 2011, 03:28:10 pm
Post by: Arch on 04 May, 2011, 06:36:03 pm
Post by: Tourist Tony on 04 May, 2011, 07:26:34 pm
Post by: Arch on 04 May, 2011, 07:28:32 pm
If it was this morning, she was already in Wednesday.
Yes, but I meant the sort of extra-capitalised WEDNESDAY often known to culminate in posts on the RANT thread....
Post by: CrinklyLion on 06 May, 2011, 11:47:24 pm
Post by: Karla on 07 May, 2011, 05:33:26 pm
Post by: Aidan on 07 May, 2011, 06:10:41 pm
Aidan, in Pocklington, drinking coffee and selling me some shoes. I hoe your knee gets better and I see you on The Lincoln in 2 weeks!
Greg, great to meet you! I'll be at the Docs on Monday , and I'll be taking it very easy on the knee for the next few days. dont want to DNS another so soon :(
Post by: CrinklyLion on 07 May, 2011, 06:15:41 pm
Aidan, in Pocklington
See, I told you he wasn't a figment of my imagination. Unless your new shoes are as well....
Post by: Aidan on 07 May, 2011, 06:21:16 pm
;DAidan, in Pocklington
See, I told you he wasn't a figment of my imagination. Unless your new shoes are as well....
Post by: Adrian on 09 May, 2011, 08:10:58 am
Post by: Wendy on 09 May, 2011, 08:14:46 am
Post by: clarion on 09 May, 2011, 09:07:28 am
Post by: Tourist Tony on 09 May, 2011, 01:41:29 pm
TT walking along the platform at Gatwick train station yesterday evening. I was on a rather crowded train at the time and feared that had I got up to bang on the window some bugger would have had my seat.
About half six? I was on my way to the folk club straight after work. This time of year I take the train and ride the last bit; once it gets brighter later I ride all the way. Very, very busy dual carriageway.
Post by: Adrian on 09 May, 2011, 05:09:46 pm
Post by: woollypigs on 09 May, 2011, 10:13:19 pm
Post by: Thing2 on 10 May, 2011, 10:09:08 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 10 May, 2011, 10:35:21 pm
A Butterfly appearing to be heading in a homeward direction, as I was in the area on a long detour to the shop at the end of the road. ;DThat was a long detour! Sorry I took so long to realise it was you - my thoughts were: ooh bike... ooh, light is on...that's bright, is it a cyo...no, it might be a fly...oh, it's Thing2!!! By which time, you'd whizzed past and I only saw your carradice :-[ ;D. It's been a long day.
Post by: Kim on 10 May, 2011, 11:52:05 pm
Sorry I took so long to realise it was you - my thoughts were: ooh bike... ooh, light is on...that's bright, is it a cyo...no, it might be a fly...oh, it's Thing2!!! By which time, you'd whizzed past and I only saw your carradice
"You know you're a cyclist when..."
Post by: TimO on 11 May, 2011, 09:31:34 am
Sorry I took so long to realise it was you - my thoughts were: ooh bike... ooh, light is on...that's bright, is it a cyo...no, it might be a fly...oh, it's Thing2!!! By which time, you'd whizzed past and I only saw your carradice
"You know you're a cyclist when..."
... You watch an attractive young lady cycling through the traffic lights you're waiting to turn green, and your first thought is "That's not fixed, she's freewheeling...".
I've been around here too long... (http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/smilies/confused4.gif)
Post by: Regulator on 11 May, 2011, 09:40:03 am
;D
Post by: clarion on 11 May, 2011, 09:41:42 am
I got caught, by Dr Mekon, having a crafty fag in the smoking shelter at Addenbrookes this morning... :-[
;D
Spill the beans - who was it? ;)
Post by: DrMekon on 11 May, 2011, 10:17:33 am
Post by: Regulator on 11 May, 2011, 10:41:45 am
Hmm, given the limited distance he'd ridden at that point, I must admit, the arrival of a pretty young chap in the shelter as we were chatting did make me somewhat suspicious of his motives, particularly given how lithe Reg is looking these days.
I didn't spot him... :(
Post by: clarion on 11 May, 2011, 10:42:47 am
Hmm, given the limited distance he'd ridden at that point, I must admit, the arrival of a pretty young chap in the shelter as we were chatting did make me somewhat suspicious of his motives, particularly given how lithe Reg is looking these days.
I didn't spot him... :(
Impostor! ;D
Post by: bikesdontfloat on 11 May, 2011, 07:08:33 pm
Spotting other forumites is not a common occurrence in Birmingham.
Post by: Adrian on 11 May, 2011, 08:21:09 pm
Just spotted Kim cycling through Kings Heath, proudly sporting a black and white YACF top.
Spotting other forumites is not a common occurrence in Birmingham.
Surely you can see Basil any time you stick your head round the pub door?
Post by: Kim on 11 May, 2011, 08:46:22 pm
Post by: bikesdontfloat on 11 May, 2011, 09:04:21 pm
Just spotted Kim cycling through Kings Heath, proudly sporting a black and white YACF top.
Spotting other forumites is not a common occurrence in Birmingham.
Surely you can see Basil any time you stick your head round the pub door?
I regularly pop my head around the doors of a number of Birmingham's pubs, but unless he's got a YACF top on my chances of recognising Basil are 0.
Kim both had the right gear on and I had met her at last years Dun Run (although she was riding an upright tonight in a bid to try and confuse).
Post by: Kim on 11 May, 2011, 09:09:00 pm
Post by: Basil on 12 May, 2011, 07:39:32 am
I regularly pop my head around the doors of a number of Birmingham's pubs, but unless he's got a YACF top on my chances of recognising Basil are 0.
I expect you've overtaken me on the commute now and then.
Post by: Arch on 16 May, 2011, 05:30:38 pm
Post by: Basil on 17 May, 2011, 04:48:03 pm
Having detoured to buy Aldi mitts, I spotted the 'bent pass as I approached on a side road.
We were both held up in crawling traffic, but with a bit sometimes rather dodgey centre line snow ploughing, I managed to catch her just as we were approaching the Country Girl.
So of course it sort of went
"Hi."
"Hi"
"Bye"
"Bye"
Post by: Kim on 17 May, 2011, 07:17:53 pm
Post by: Basil on 17 May, 2011, 08:37:29 pm
Did you actually tell me to 'get on the cyclepath', or did I mishear? ;D
Oh yes. ;D
I thought that was the traditional greeting.
Post by: clarion on 17 May, 2011, 10:04:40 pm
Post by: clarion on 18 May, 2011, 10:13:22 am
Post by: origamist on 18 May, 2011, 07:04:23 pm
This morning, between Stockwell and Oval, I saw Origamist (I think), wearing High Road gear.
Yes, that was me. I thought it was you (YACF jersey) but we were in different lanes and a lot of cyclists between us, including one chap who was running himself ragged as he didn't like being passed...
Further up the road, someone asked if I was wearing it in honour of Cav's stage win in the Giro!
Post by: Pingu on 19 May, 2011, 09:42:03 am
I've just looked at his profile & found out who he is. 'Have you done much this year?', I asked :facepalm:
Post by: Redlight on 19 May, 2011, 08:05:36 pm
Post by: zigzag on 19 May, 2011, 08:33:25 pm
Just met Zigzag in Bermondsey on the way home. I think my Audax UK shirt gave away that I might be a forumite. Anyway, the traffic was horrendous but he lived up to his name and got through it much quicker than I did, living up to mine.
it was nice to meet you Redlight (i'm sure i've seen you before in one audax or another!). traffic was bad, but it's often like that on my commute, i usually go that route half an hour earlier.
Post by: Arch on 20 May, 2011, 08:40:25 pm
I don't suppose it was anyone here on the road out towards Eccles (no idea what the road name is), on a dark grey/black Cannondale with a lefty?
Post by: jane on 21 May, 2011, 08:13:01 am
Post by: clarion on 21 May, 2011, 03:14:43 pm
Post by: jane on 21 May, 2011, 03:44:22 pm
Post by: pcolbeck on 21 May, 2011, 04:38:18 pm
Post by: Gaseous Clay on 22 May, 2011, 10:09:48 am
Post by: mike on 22 May, 2011, 12:46:48 pm
Post by: fuzzy on 23 May, 2011, 10:03:23 am
Yeah! I was doing quite a bit of fixie spotting as I sat there. It was really strange. I saw 2 more individuals who I knew, both on bikes, cycling past. Although, I guess, it is a fairly well frequented cycling route. Just after you passed, a young guy came past. and at the junction of Trinity St with Gt Dover, he performed a perfectly stylish fixie dismount, such as I have now lost the ability to execute (tried to demonstrate a few months ago on my daughter's bike and fell off several times before I managed to do it, and even then very clumsily). Lesson learned: Use it or lose it. I was sufficiently impressed by his skill to announce it loudly to my companions. They were completely bemused.
What does the stylish fixie dismout entail?
Post by: itsbruce on 23 May, 2011, 11:02:46 am
Post by: fuzzy on 23 May, 2011, 11:48:06 am
Post by: DrMekon on 23 May, 2011, 12:56:47 pm
I was sitting by a large pond in Barton yesterday late morningish, scoffing cake in order to prepare myself for 40 miles of headwind, when i saw a very dapper looking fellow in a flat cap zipping along on a Bakfiets - could this have been a sighting of Dr. Mekon?
That would have been me, although dapper is possibly stretching in. Scruffy bloke wearing flat cap, and I'd have had to agree. I was off to Burwash Manor (just up the road), where you could have treated yourself to posh cake(s) and coffee.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 23 May, 2011, 01:32:05 pm
Post by: jogler on 23 May, 2011, 03:46:14 pm
Sounds like a recipe for disaster if I were to try it.....
+1
Post by: matthew on 23 May, 2011, 03:56:03 pm
I think the Saddle bag (Nelson Longflap) and the cleats would cause problemsSounds like a recipe for disaster if I were to try it.....
+1
Post by: Arch on 23 May, 2011, 07:30:42 pm
Going past the end of our street - Beryl the Yellow Peril with (possibly) an Arch on board - I'm not 100% certain. And just round the corner, Arch's colleague D powering along on the Maximus trike. He makes it look remarkably easy.
Yes, that would have been me today.
And yes, D makes it look horribly easy. He does the same with lifting too. I think his size and shape is deceptive, he doesn't look it, but he's pure muscle I think.
Post by: Domestique on 25 May, 2011, 02:23:09 pm
Post by: TimO on 25 May, 2011, 04:09:36 pm
Post by: PaulR on 25 May, 2011, 09:01:29 pm
Post by: marcusjb on 26 May, 2011, 12:21:34 am
Being that I hardly ever ride the fixed anywhere other than the flat run in to Kensington/Chelsea, I was too busy remembering how to go down hill fixed to shout out at him.
Post by: Chris L on 27 May, 2011, 01:09:50 pm
I was weaving through the clogged traffic at Aldwych on an early ride home today when a courteous and tolerant cyclist on a red bike allowed me to cut in from the right. He then passed me on Waterloo Bridge, gaining speed but not so quickly that I was prevented from spotting that his bike was a Cliff Shrubb and that it was adorned with an olive Carradice bag and some stylish bentwood mudguards. A couple of synapses fired in my head: I've read someone describing this bike somewhere. I eventually caught up with him as we approached the Old Vic (clogged by traffic again) and I mentioned this to him - he revealed himself to be ChrisL. Nice to meet you!
Very nice to meet you too, Paul. Ta for saying hello. You looked pure class in your Brooks shirt aboard your Kona. See you again, I hope.
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 27 May, 2011, 01:16:56 pm
Post by: Manotea on 27 May, 2011, 01:18:19 pm
Almost positive it was manotea coming up Wimbledon hill this evening following a young lady (one of the miss manoteas?) as I came down it.
Being that I hardly ever ride the fixed anywhere other than the flat run in to Kensington/Chelsea, I was too busy remembering how to go down hill fixed to shout out at him.
How embarassing. That was me pathetically wheel sucking a random young miss up Wimbledon Hill to take my mind off the fact that I hate that hill. It's the last hill before home.
Post by: Chris L on 27 May, 2011, 02:24:47 pm
...It's the last hill before home.
That'll learn yer for living at the top of the hill! If you were at the bottom with us hoi polloi, you wouldn't have the hassle!
Post by: Manotea on 27 May, 2011, 02:28:19 pm
...It's the last hill before home.
That'll learn yer for living at the top of the hill! If you were at the bottom with us hoi polloi, you wouldn't have the hassle!
I live down the other side... by the river, sniff.
Post by: clarion on 27 May, 2011, 02:30:12 pm
Post by: Chris L on 27 May, 2011, 02:31:13 pm
Post by: TimO on 27 May, 2011, 05:07:05 pm
The rest of the ride is probably about as flat as Clarion's, given it's not that dissimilar a route, which means I've also got Cedars Road up to Clapham Common as the Mountain Stage of my commute. ;D
Post by: Kim on 27 May, 2011, 08:34:26 pm
ETA: OS map confirms it. A whole 8 metres. Can't say I've ever noticed it.
Post by: TimO on 27 May, 2011, 09:48:28 pm
It's about 21m of rise in around 550m, so that implies it's about 1 in 26, which isn't all that challenging. As Clarion said, it is however probably the steepest bit on my commute.
Segment of commute (http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Up-to-and-across-Clapham-Common), and the elevation profile:
(http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/UpAndAcrossClaphamCommon.png)
Post by: clarion on 27 May, 2011, 10:01:38 pm
Post by: Manotea on 27 May, 2011, 11:12:58 pm
That was the end of that frame...
Post by: Feline on 27 May, 2011, 11:15:34 pm
Clapham Common itself is essentially dead flat, but there's a hill on the approach to it, Cedars Road, which we go up on the Brighton/Bognor FNRttC route.
It's about 21m of rise in around 550m, so that implies it's about 1 in 26, which isn't all that challenging. As Clarion said, it is however probably the steepest bit on my commute.
Segment of commute (http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Up-to-and-across-Clapham-Common), and the elevation profile:
(http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/UpAndAcrossClaphamCommon.png)
Heh, you are very welcome to come join me on my commute any time :D
Post by: TimO on 28 May, 2011, 12:29:54 am
Heh, you are very welcome to come join me on my commute any time :D
One of the flip sides of my commute is that there are around 60 traffic lights along it, so Clapham Common is also one of the least traffic lighted parts of the route.
The traffic in That London is also interesting. Even having left work at 11pm, and arrived home just before midnight, the roads are still pretty busy.
Post by: Feline on 28 May, 2011, 12:31:59 am
Heh, you are very welcome to come join me on my commute any time :D
One of the flip sides of my commute is that there are around 60 traffic lights along it, so Clapham Common is also one of the least traffic lighted parts of the route.
The traffic in That London is also interesting. Even having left work at 11pm, and arrived home just before midnight, the roads are still pretty busy.
Yup, you are right, I can often ride my entire commute without stopping at all ... and there are no traffic lights on it at all ;D
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 28 May, 2011, 12:43:00 am
Post by: RJ on 28 May, 2011, 12:54:29 am
Cunning running (http://www.moorlandadventure.co.uk/pdf/orienteering.pdf) ;)
Post by: mcshroom on 28 May, 2011, 01:26:48 am
Yup, you are right, I can often ride my entire commute without stopping at all ... and there are no traffic lights on it at all ;D
Same here. No traffic lights and no roundabouts in a 10 mile commute for me. Most of my roads are single lane too :)
Post by: jogler on 28 May, 2011, 06:44:33 am
There are no traffic lights or hills on my commute :smug: :demon:
Post by: Andrij on 28 May, 2011, 03:24:42 pm
Post by: closetleftie on 28 May, 2011, 03:37:40 pm
Oh, and a hill which carries actual AA points*.
Traffic's a real nightmare too. Yesterday, in the 3 miles it takes over Addingham Moorside from Ilkley to Silsden, I saw three cars.
*Not sure which Audax, but I remember a ride report by (I think) MV describing going over that hill on fixed, and thinking "that's my commute, that is". :smug: I don't do it on fixed, though. And sometimes I walk. :-[
Post by: Ham on 28 May, 2011, 04:21:46 pm
All very pleasant - I suspect the Golden Fleece has our names on the visitors list at some point, too. :thumbsup:
Post by: tiermat on 29 May, 2011, 02:09:42 pm
Had a chat, took a bike off the back of his car and put it in the back of my car.
He does exist!
Post by: CrinklyLion on 29 May, 2011, 02:14:30 pm
Post by: Deano on 29 May, 2011, 02:21:50 pm
YouTube
- Do You Know About Tyler Durden?‏
(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YG3lVLzlOgg&feature=youtube_gdata_player)
Post by: Aidan on 29 May, 2011, 03:43:25 pm
;D We do wear the same size jersey too :o
YouTube
- Do You Know About Tyler Durden?‏
(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YG3lVLzlOgg&feature=youtube_gdata_player)
And great to meet you at last Phil :thumbsup:
Post by: jellied on 29 May, 2011, 05:00:46 pm
Post by: Wendy on 29 May, 2011, 08:01:54 pm
Double spotting in a single day - Tigerr with raceface on coming down through Black Lion Gate, foolishly tried to catch up whilst on a single speed and then a few hours later Mickey doing his thing by the Albert memorial.
It was you who waved at the head of the big yellow group? :D
Post by: jellied on 29 May, 2011, 08:03:56 pm
Double spotting in a single day - Tigerr with raceface on coming down through Black Lion Gate, foolishly tried to catch up whilst on a single speed and then a few hours later Mickey doing his thing by the Albert memorial.
It was you who waved at the head of the big yellow group? :D
indeed - taking the murdoch shilling leading a skyride. London was strangely quiet today, was there something good on telly?
Post by: Wendy on 29 May, 2011, 08:12:47 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 29 May, 2011, 08:18:03 pm
Post by: border-rider on 29 May, 2011, 08:21:13 pm
We've also spotted Steve Oxley (who is not a forumite but is well known to many here), in the same field :D.
Mr Oxley pops up all over the place :)
I see him in random places several times a year. He popped up in Llandovery last year on Brevet Cymru day.
Former clubmate of mine, and the man who introduced me to Audax.
Post by: Canardly on 29 May, 2011, 09:29:33 pm
Post by: Arch on 30 May, 2011, 03:08:27 pm
Seconds earlier, we'd been passed by son-of-MrCharley, who also said hello.
Post by: clarion on 30 May, 2011, 10:05:51 pm
We've also spotted Steve Oxley (who is not a forumite but is well known to many here), in the same field :D.
Mr Oxley pops up all over the place :)
I see him in random places several times a year. He popped up in Llandovery last year on Brevet Cymru day.
Former clubmate of mine, and the man who introduced me to Audax.
A quiet and unassuming man, very interesting to chat with. Of course, your name came up, and he spoke fondly of you. The conversation also included mention of Mr Abrahams and his exploits, as well as many others. I'm afraid I couldn't remember very many RL names of forumites :(
Post by: Ian H on 30 May, 2011, 10:09:23 pm
We've also spotted Steve Oxley (who is not a forumite but is well known to many here), in the same field :D.
Mr Oxley pops up all over the place :)
I see him in random places several times a year. He popped up in Llandovery last year on Brevet Cymru day.
Former clubmate of mine, and the man who introduced me to Audax.
A quiet and unassuming man, very interesting to chat with. Of course, your name came up, and he spoke fondly of you. The conversation also included mention of Mr Abrahams and his exploits, as well as many others. I'm afraid I couldn't remember very many RL names of forumites :(
His greetings were relayed to me by one of the riders on my weekend event, from a field near Isle Brewers.
Post by: Tewdric on 01 June, 2011, 09:36:24 am
Post by: border-rider on 02 June, 2011, 03:18:22 pm
Post by: JT on 02 June, 2011, 10:57:06 pm
Post by: itsbruce on 03 June, 2011, 12:37:10 am
Post by: Arch on 03 June, 2011, 04:58:05 pm
I've somehow acquired more cake than I had when I set out....
Post by: CrinklyLion on 03 June, 2011, 05:26:28 pm
Post by: Canardly on 03 June, 2011, 09:51:04 pm
Post by: eck on 03 June, 2011, 11:26:10 pm
Hope you enjoyed the cakes. :)
Post by: rower40 on 04 June, 2011, 07:02:41 am
Does Crinkley have 'in case of emergency break glass' cake packs?Unwrap clingfilm. You wouldn't want broken glass in the cake.
The absence of cake on a Crinkly ride IS an emergency.
Post by: Arch on 04 June, 2011, 10:32:28 am
I can't think how that can have happened.....
It was much appreciated by us both, and there's a smidgen of the coffee left for this afternoon tea.
We enjoyed it while we watched a 1940's army training film on how to use a Scammel to pull tanks out of bogs.
Post by: PaulR on 04 June, 2011, 11:23:43 am
Post by: Exit Stage Left on 04 June, 2011, 11:50:17 am
Post by: spokenword on 04 June, 2011, 02:57:14 pm
Did have a trip up Winnats on Wed though which was a hoot!
Post by: Mrs Pingu on 04 June, 2011, 03:12:11 pm
otherdave and I were partaking of lunch in the caff at Fettercairn today when we espied the Pingus. Which was nice.
Hope you enjoyed the cakes. :)
I enjoyed mine, anyway. Although I was slightly sad that I didn't have room for any of the tasty looking cakes after lunch at Castleton fruit farm :P
Post by: darkpoint on 04 June, 2011, 05:21:43 pm
I spied a red YACF shirt going round the track at Herne Hill this morning, supported by a pair of Dulwich Paragon shorts: Dulwichrider perhaps?
That would have been me. :-)
Post by: PaulR on 04 June, 2011, 05:35:50 pm
Post by: Jurek on 04 June, 2011, 06:07:04 pm
Deserted, apart from a pair of lone lappers.
No YACF apparel to be seen :(
Post by: pdm on 04 June, 2011, 06:57:00 pm
A KOTM YACF shirt partaking of lunch at The Old Smithy Monyash yesterday about 1pm as I drove past on the way home from a week in the Peaks. I did ride there but that means going right through Derby which is OK but.....
Did have a trip up Winnats on Wed though which was a hoot!
That was I who was spotted ;)
We were doing a micro grimpeur around the Peaks... 90km 1555m
Post by: jellied on 06 June, 2011, 11:28:53 am
Post by: CrinklyLion on 06 June, 2011, 01:52:32 pm
I do hope that Beryl's batteries are a bit better charged up than mine.
Post by: darkpoint on 06 June, 2011, 03:10:27 pm
Aha, sorry not to have recognised you dp. A lovely day to be out on the track.
no worries i didn't see you at all..
It was a nice day to be out, i just wish that i could have brought my fast legs with me.
Post by: Arch on 07 June, 2011, 06:17:11 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 09 June, 2011, 10:13:46 pm
I was in a certain Bike Shop today and the lovely staff member was on the phone to PpPete (I think) :).
Does that count?
Post by: Adrian on 09 June, 2011, 11:36:41 pm
Virtual Spotting:
I was in a certain Bike Shop today and the lovely staff member was on the phone to PpPete (I think) :).
Does that count?
Absolutely
Post by: clarion on 10 June, 2011, 09:48:37 am
Virtual Spotting:
I was in a certain Bike Shop today and the lovely staff member was on the phone to PpPete (I think) :).
Does that count?
The staff member is a forumite too, of course, as is their work experience lad.
Post by: PaulR on 13 June, 2011, 12:42:24 pm
Post by: PaulR on 13 June, 2011, 12:46:31 pm
Post by: darkpoint on 13 June, 2011, 01:20:56 pm
Indeed - he'd not finished reciting his inscription by the time I said "That's Russ"
:-) I must get the courage to ride the Penny to work at some point..
Post by: JJ on 14 June, 2011, 06:03:32 pm
Post by: Greenbank on 14 June, 2011, 06:11:14 pm
Post by: JJ on 14 June, 2011, 06:56:41 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 14 June, 2011, 09:11:42 pm
Post by: Thing2 on 14 June, 2011, 10:06:38 pm
Was that The Things I saw early Saturday morning near Capel? A cheery tandem team anyway, who waved while I regained my breath and got my bearings.
Yep. Sounds like us - we were on the Invicta 600. The positive mental attitude must have been working if were 'cheery'!
Emma
Post by: Tim Hall on 14 June, 2011, 10:08:32 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 14 June, 2011, 11:55:01 pm
And Deano and Tiermat. But I do seem to spot them in a pub fairly often, so I probably don't get as many points for them :)
Post by: interzen on 15 June, 2011, 12:01:18 am
A lesser spotted interzen, onnabike, and then being sociable and everythink. Whodathunkit!Pics or it never happened ;)
Sadly, my ability to blend into the surroundings failed me on the train back from Thirsk ;D
Post by: Wowbagger on 17 June, 2011, 12:32:56 pm
Post by: Marco Stefano on 17 June, 2011, 12:54:01 pm
Post by: PaulR on 17 June, 2011, 03:39:58 pm
Post by: clarion on 19 June, 2011, 04:48:08 pm
Post by: TimC on 20 June, 2011, 09:00:17 am
This morning, we rode up to Tooting the opposite way to the London to Brighton ride. Good to see thousands of cyclists just having fun. And we spotted a red yacf jersey, but we weren't quick enough to ID the rider. :('Twas I, Clarion - I caught your shout too late to properly reply, and doing anything rash in that crowd of BSOs would gave been fatal! I did wave, once the old brain cells had chugged into action, but probably far too late!
I was with my wife and her eldest, on his first longish mass-participation ride. He enjoyed it, but learned how dangerous these things can be if you treat them like a sportive - more accidents by high speed downhill riding than you can shake a stick at!
Post by: clarion on 20 June, 2011, 09:08:57 am
Hope you all had a fun ride, and that eldest will be persuaded to do more.
Good to learn from other people's mistakes.
Post by: smurphboy on 20 June, 2011, 09:50:16 am
This morning, we rode up to Tooting the opposite way to the London to Brighton ride. Good to see thousands of cyclists just having fun. And we spotted a red yacf jersey, but we weren't quick enough to ID the rider. :('Twas I, Clarion - I caught your shout too late to properly reply, and doing anything rash in that crowd of BSOs would gave been fatal! I did wave, once the old brain cells had chugged into action, but probably far too late!
I was with my wife and her eldest, on his first longish mass-participation ride. He enjoyed it, but learned how dangerous these things can be if you treat them like a sportive - more accidents by high speed downhill riding than you can shake a stick at!
I was shocked at the number of ambulances I saw on the route. I saw two in 300 yards on the run down off Ditchling to Brighton - one looked V. nasty (neck brace and board). And this was during the hail storm!
Having said that - it was a lovely ride, the route would ideal with c. 19000 less riders on it ;)
Post by: clarion on 20 June, 2011, 10:17:43 am
Quick chat, then let him go...
Post by: Adrian on 20 June, 2011, 10:22:47 am
This morning, I caught up with Origamist :o :o :o
Quick chat, then let him go...
He was stopped at some lights?
Post by: clarion on 20 June, 2011, 10:25:43 am
Post by: TimC on 20 June, 2011, 10:40:04 am
A shame you didn't spend a few minutes with us, Clarion - it would have been good to meet you!
Post by: clarion on 20 June, 2011, 10:45:37 am
We managed to miss all the rain - let alone hail - but we saw maybe seven or eight ambulances attending spills. One or two looked pretty serious, including one chap who'd landed up 20 yards into a field on the downhill after Fanny's Farm. And one guy managed to take out my wife by trying to overtake on a busy stretch, hitting the wing mirror of a car going the other way, and bouncing off into the crowd of riders on his left, the nearest to him being the Lady V! Fortunately no harm was done, other than to pride, but it could have been so much worse. Anyway, other than that, it was a good ride and young Master A is looking forward to more - he liked the idea of the Dun Run!!
Sorry to hear there was an off in your party :( But pleased it wasn't serious.
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A shame you didn't spend a few minutes with us, Clarion - it would have been good to meet you!
I assure you that meeting Butterfly would have been better ;D
Post by: phil d on 20 June, 2011, 10:49:44 am
Post by: zigzag on 20 June, 2011, 12:24:54 pm
Post by: itsbruce on 20 June, 2011, 12:28:41 pm
Post by: TimO on 20 June, 2011, 08:48:31 pm
I was shocked at the number of ambulances I saw on the route. I saw two in 300 yards on the run down off Ditchling to Brighton ...
That's a shame, because once you've done Ditchling, the run from there down to the A27 is quite nice (and then across continuing along Ditchling Road, or at least that's the FNRttC route). On the last FNRttC, I managed to not see another cyclist from there until I got to the Madeira, which wasn't intentional!
I've got no real wish to do the BHF L2B, it just sounds far too busy. The FNRttC equivalent, even with it's much busier numbers these days, is still comparatively easy going.
Post by: Adrian on 20 June, 2011, 10:27:28 pm
I was shocked at the number of ambulances I saw on the route. I saw two in 300 yards on the run down off Ditchling to Brighton ...
That's a shame, because once you've done Ditchling, the run from there down to the A27 is quite nice (and then across continuing along Ditchling Road, or at least that's the FNRttC route). On the last FNRttC, I managed to not see another cyclist from there until I got to the Madeira, which wasn't intentional!
I've got no real wish to do the BHF L2B, it just sounds far too busy. The FNRttC equivalent, even with it's much busier numbers these days, is still comparatively easy going.
The L2B route turns left at Coldean Lane and drops steeply down under the A27 to the Lewes Road. The FNRttC route does the left and right over the A27 and is a much nicer run in to town. If they took it though it wouldn't be possible to tell people at the top of Ditchling Beacon that it is downhill all the way from there.
Post by: Wobbly John on 20 June, 2011, 10:36:47 pm
Wednesday just after 5pm, Wobbly John in Chettisham heading to Littleport, wearing a rather definitive tango orange top. I was heading for an abortive trip to the bike shop.
Difficult not to spot me in that jersey, although a WVM managed not to spot me and sqeeeezed me to the kerb about 15 mins before you saw me. >:(
Post by: TimC on 20 June, 2011, 10:38:48 pm
At least some of those transgressors probably would behave better on an FNRttC run. A huge ride like that, it's an anonymous nearly-mob. I find other ways to contribute to charity. Not for me
There are two major issues - inexperienced and under-confident riders who are naturally overwhelmed by the crowded roads, and impatient (ATGANI) MAMILs who want to show off their amazing speed in inappropriate places. The first is inevitable and excusable, and can be mitigated with an encouraging word here and there. The second needs dealing with a little more robustly!
Post by: Genosse Brymbo on 26 June, 2011, 08:09:32 pm
Post by: Wendy on 26 June, 2011, 08:59:09 pm
Post by: TimO on 26 June, 2011, 09:50:02 pm
... and Aperitif stopped to say hello at the AM this afternoon.
That made me wonder whether I should do some skating, to make up for my lack of cycling, but then thought that an involuntary splits when I inevitably go ass over tit, probably poses a bigger threat to damaging the hernia repair than anything I could do cycling!
Perhaps it's not such a good idea. ;D
Post by: AndyH on 27 June, 2011, 02:02:53 pm
Post by: clarion on 27 June, 2011, 03:18:36 pm
Lovely to see you, Pat. Wish we'd had longer to chat.
Post by: darkpoint on 28 June, 2011, 11:01:24 am
Green track bike with Carradice saddle bag.
Post by: Andrij on 28 June, 2011, 11:44:23 am
Last night, around 17:40, saw someone on a recumbent heading east on the A13 approaching Limehouse. Anyone here?
Post by: Chris L on 28 June, 2011, 12:32:21 pm
I was spotted this morning by a cheery chap, whilst I was chatting to another random cyclist. Saw them again as we approached Oval, then they where gone.
Green track bike with Carradice saddle bag.
You in Red YACF top & Dulwich Paragons shorts? That was me! Spotted your jersey and couldn't just skim past without a nod, but didn't want to interrupt your discussion with B&W chap on B&W Giant. Amazed I haven't seen you before - just shows how a 5 minute earlier departure yields a whole new community.
FWIW, I am red Cliff Shrubb with green Carradice. Oh, and very lovely wooden 'guards. I'll hang out for a chat next time.
Post by: darkpoint on 28 June, 2011, 01:55:52 pm
I was spotted this morning by a cheery chap, whilst I was chatting to another random cyclist. Saw them again as we approached Oval, then they where gone.
Green track bike with Carradice saddle bag.
You in Red YACF top & Dulwich Paragons shorts? That was me! Spotted your jersey and couldn't just skim past without a nod, but didn't want to interrupt your discussion with B&W chap on B&W Giant. Amazed I haven't seen you before - just shows how a 5 minute earlier departure yields a whole new community.
FWIW, I am red Cliff Shrubb with green Carradice. Oh, and very lovely wooden 'guards. I'll hang out for a chat next time.
Hi, yes that was me.
Sorry to have confused the colour of your bike and the carradice..
thanks for saying hi, I haven't seen anyone i knew in months, then suddenly I have a day with two people. Must admit no idea who the chap i was talking to is, but we have chatted a few times over the last few years, regular strangers for want of a better term.
I will look out for you in future, as i was disappointed to have lost you in traffic as i was looking forward to comment on your fine bicycle.
Post by: Jethro on 28 June, 2011, 03:12:12 pm
Hope you had a good ride up. Good to see you again and will hopefully see you again soon.
Post by: Arch on 28 June, 2011, 05:39:32 pm
Post by: Plug1n on 30 June, 2011, 08:47:22 am
Safe from me though as the bars are very deep drop :)
Does it belong to anyone here?
Post by: Andrij on 03 July, 2011, 04:04:06 pm
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-6bYDJ4PY07o/ThCXsz3FjTI/AAAAAAAABFU/aK327Lebp_A/s720/IMG_0093.JPG)
Post by: Thing2 on 03 July, 2011, 04:12:49 pm
Post by: YahudaMoon on 03 July, 2011, 04:15:19 pm
Sorry I could'nt hang about.
Anyone of you girls on here then ?
Post by: hellymedic on 03 July, 2011, 05:56:04 pm
Post by: woollypigs on 03 July, 2011, 06:33:34 pm
Post by: jellied on 03 July, 2011, 09:55:36 pm
Woollypigs & jellied @ the Queensbury Eco-Cultural Festival.
Indeed- a pleasant if painful afternoon. Managed to fall backwards over a child's bike that had moved behind me. My fall was broken by the chain ring.
Post by: woollypigs on 03 July, 2011, 09:57:54 pm
Post by: hellymedic on 03 July, 2011, 10:41:32 pm
Woollypigs & jellied @ the Queensbury Eco-Cultural Festival.
Indeed- a pleasant if painful afternoon. Managed to fall backwards over a child's bike that had moved behind me. My fall was broken by the chain ring.
OUCHY!
Prize selection of BSOs proffered to poor, long-suffering Drs Bike to both my port and starboard hands. One had a flat tyre and an inner tube which had drifted so far that there was no valve stem anywhere near the valve hole...
Post by: woollypigs on 03 July, 2011, 11:03:31 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 05 July, 2011, 10:20:51 am
I may have given them some cake.
Post by: Andrew Br on 05 July, 2011, 08:34:59 pm
Chocolatebike, His Leggship (not really of this parish) and bunbury, at York station.
I may have given them some cake.
CrinklyLion who appeared at York Station this morning to say hello and to offer cake.
I also saw Mr Bunbury and His Leggship since I was doing the reccy for the York-Hull FNRTTC with them :facepalm:
I can report that cake was enjoyed en-route and the remaining coffee cake was last seen heading home with Mr Bunbury.
I have a piece of flapjack for tomorrow :thumbsup:
You spoil us
Post by: her_welshness on 06 July, 2011, 08:17:20 pm
Post by: clarion on 06 July, 2011, 09:04:46 pm
Lovely to see you. And Bill*, of course.
* not of this parish, I believe.
Post by: alexb on 07 July, 2011, 10:46:16 pm
I've only met him once, but I'm pretty sure it was him!
Post by: hellymedic on 09 July, 2011, 04:03:41 pm
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-14073260 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-14073260)
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 09 July, 2011, 04:10:25 pm
Post by: Regulator on 09 July, 2011, 04:11:51 pm
Regulator or his double in the audience of this clip of Question time.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-14073260 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-14073260)
Not me... must be my doppelganger. ;D
Post by: hellymedic on 09 July, 2011, 04:22:46 pm
Regulator or his double in the audience of this clip of Question time.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-14073260 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-14073260)
Not me... must be my doppelganger. ;D
;D ;D
Simlar build, similar spex, I don't think I've ever seen you in a pale blue shirt though...
Post by: Tourist Tony on 11 July, 2011, 09:37:27 am
Closest I could do.....
Post by: jogler on 11 July, 2011, 01:26:41 pm
Post by: PaulR on 11 July, 2011, 01:31:31 pm
Post by: Arch on 11 July, 2011, 06:01:18 pm
Post by: Zipperhead on 11 July, 2011, 07:44:05 pm
(http://i954.photobucket.com/albums/ae29/cyclisttony/214.jpg)
Closest I could do.....
He's either due to give birth or lay the winning entry o ratemypoo (http://www.ratemypoo.eu/)
Post by: Wendy on 11 July, 2011, 07:49:31 pm
I think it's a cute photo. Reg looks sweet.
Post by: Adrian on 12 July, 2011, 08:02:20 am
LOL @Zipperhead. Bad boy!
I think it's a cute photo. Reg looks sweet.
I think that TT has caught him at his best there.
Post by: her_welshness on 12 July, 2011, 11:14:18 am
Post by: clarion on 12 July, 2011, 11:18:28 am
I really am very deaf on the road, sorry. Wind noise especially is hard to hear through.
Hope I'll see you this evening, though :)
Post by: her_welshness on 12 July, 2011, 11:50:24 am
:'( I didn't see or hear you :'(
I really am very deaf on the road, sorry. Wind noise especially is hard to hear through.
Hope I'll see you this evening, though :)
No, you did not hear me, but you were going by so quickly that it was nano-seconds before I realised it was you.
But yes, I might ;) see you this evening.
Post by: Wendy on 12 July, 2011, 12:36:01 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 12 July, 2011, 04:33:27 pm
Yesterday - Arch in Beryl the Yello Peril
Today - a very smart looking LindaG, with whom the SmallestCub and I passed a very pleasant couple of hours. We picked the restaurant on the basis that it was approximately 20 yards from the bus stop, so LG wouldn't have to walk on her poorly ankle. It was not a bad choice :)
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Post by: Wascally Weasel on 12 July, 2011, 08:25:16 pm
Post by: PaulF on 12 July, 2011, 09:16:20 pm
Post by: clarion on 12 July, 2011, 10:25:38 pm
Post by: her_welshness on 12 July, 2011, 11:29:59 pm
I saw Origamist, Crock of Gold, Her_Welshness, Mice, and Butterfly (of course) among South West London CycleChatters meeting up for a curry.
Yippeee, that were a really good night *off to visit the CC forum*
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 12 July, 2011, 11:38:01 pm
Post by: clarion on 13 July, 2011, 09:28:12 am
Post by: darkpoint on 13 July, 2011, 10:01:47 am
I will write a few short words to on the commute later once I have managed to warm up. It was damn cold standing around for 30 minutes waiting for the police to turn up.
Still surprised that it has been so long since i last saw you.
Post by: clarion on 13 July, 2011, 10:03:56 am
I guess you needed to get off to work though.
I hope the situation gets resolved the best way possible.
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 13 July, 2011, 01:06:19 pm
pedaldog and sprogs
Just dropped off their Kona Africa then zoomed off to visit people in Leeds.
Nice to meet them
Post by: CrinklyLion on 18 July, 2011, 05:55:33 pm
I now own a spanner wot is the right size for tightening up pedals on islabike cnoc 14s.
And the SmallestCub has a Dennis the Menace mudguard sticker - he is this -> :smug:
Post by: Deano on 18 July, 2011, 08:22:09 pm
Post by: LindaG on 18 July, 2011, 08:26:43 pm
They brought Tunnock's Teacakes :smug:
So we let them in.
Post by: Andrij on 19 July, 2011, 08:53:04 pm
Post by: clarion on 20 July, 2011, 08:42:55 am
Post by: Arch on 20 July, 2011, 06:01:47 pm
Post by: mr magnolia on 23 July, 2011, 10:23:40 pm
Post by: Wendy on 23 July, 2011, 10:25:27 pm
Post by: tiermat on 24 July, 2011, 05:02:38 pm
Also spotted a lurking cyclist in the form of a 108 t-shirt wearing guy, couldn't find enough courage in myself to ask him if he lurked around here.
OBV I was incognito for the weekend :)
Post by: jogler on 24 July, 2011, 05:06:07 pm
ETA : MattC,Toby,jethro
Post by: PaulF on 27 July, 2011, 10:40:43 am
By the time I'd remembered his real name he was gone, and no I wasn't going to run the risk of shouting Zipperhead at a total stranger 'cos he was bigger than me and on a faster bike :)
Post by: Zipperhead on 28 July, 2011, 01:31:35 am
Post by: PaulF on 28 July, 2011, 07:20:02 am
Post by: Wendy on 28 July, 2011, 08:09:57 am
Post by: Redlight on 29 July, 2011, 12:36:54 pm
Spotted by Zipperhead at the AM. My students were super amused at the origin of your forum username!! ;D
Does this story need to be shared with the rest of us?
Post by: Andrij on 29 July, 2011, 01:59:23 pm
Spotted by Zipperhead at the AM. My students were super amused at the origin of your forum username!! ;D
Does this story need to be shared with the rest of us?
But it must include pictures.
Post by: токамак on 02 August, 2011, 09:01:47 am
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 02 August, 2011, 09:08:42 am
Post by: bloomers100 on 03 August, 2011, 07:21:04 am
Must have been bloomers100 who called out and waved this morning, turning South from Great Waltham as I was heading North to Braintree. Must go for a beer some time soon... There will be a game of rounders and a barbecue at the Chelmer CC club hut on Wednesday next week if you're interested?
Twas I. Good to see you. Going to be away next week, maybe we can jack up a GW drinkeepoos with the other Essex lot too.
Post by: Aidan on 03 August, 2011, 06:29:07 pm
Post by: Feline on 03 August, 2011, 09:54:24 pm
Post by: Ian H on 03 August, 2011, 10:40:08 pm
Today I was riding in the Normandy Alps on the Semaine federale and spotted/chatted to/rode with Tugo, Campagman, Madcow and Mr and Mrs Ernst on their tandem. A fantastic days riding in the most lovely terrain.
Please say hello to the ones that I know, even Mr L.
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 04 August, 2011, 01:26:44 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 04 August, 2011, 01:50:49 pm
Nice to see you again John !
Post by: jellied on 05 August, 2011, 12:06:41 pm
Also my good self presenting a bottle of something to the lesser spotted joftek for being the fastest spanner in the west.
Post by: Wendy on 05 August, 2011, 12:10:00 pm
Post by: clarion on 05 August, 2011, 12:55:45 pm
A hellymedic in that London Cyclist magazine.
Also my good self presenting a bottle of something to the lesser spotted joftek for being the fastest spanner in the west.
Seen those.
And our Ariadne in Camping magazine :)
Also spotted (and caught :o ) Origamist on CS7 this morning. Mind you, he was hindered by gears, and I had Butterfly to help me :)
Post by: CrinklyLion on 05 August, 2011, 01:02:51 pm
Post by: The Seldom Killer on 05 August, 2011, 08:53:44 pm
Alas I failed to identify myself as a fellow forumist so if that was you then the other person was me. Good to know I'm not alone in this little microcosm of East Sheff.
Post by: hatler on 06 August, 2011, 12:17:34 am
Post by: teamonster on 06 August, 2011, 07:41:49 pm
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Post by: tiermat on 07 August, 2011, 07:48:32 am
This weekend I have seen:
Clarion and butterfly (they are still camped out in our back garden)
CrinklyLion
LindaG
Crusty
Interzen
Torslanda
Deano
All getting merry at a party, photos to follow :)
Post by: cycleman on 07 August, 2011, 10:12:09 am
Post by: Torslanda on 07 August, 2011, 02:11:26 pm
Great to meet and talk to all those nice people. Excellent party and company. I'll leave it to Phil to tell the story later.
Post by: Butterfly on 07 August, 2011, 02:49:47 pm
Clarion says you didn't embarrass yourself except for the stripping off and dancing naked and copping off with the barman...
Great to meet Mrs Torslanda, I was disappointed that she left her breastplate and horned helmet at home :(.
Also fab to meet Lindagordinho and Crusty and Interzen and to re-meet Crinkly and Deano :D
Post by: Deano on 07 August, 2011, 02:51:55 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 07 August, 2011, 03:34:34 pm
Post by: Deano on 07 August, 2011, 04:16:53 pm
Post by: tiermat on 07 August, 2011, 06:30:49 pm
Although I was back asleep by 15:00, only got back up because we were going to the FiL's for dinner.
Post by: thelazycyclist on 07 August, 2011, 08:16:13 pm
If I'd drunk as much as I believe you may have done tiermat, I'd have been on a life support machine for about a week.
Post by: interzen on 07 August, 2011, 08:18:46 pm
How come I had a couple of pints of shandy and I've been hung over all day, and Tiermat was up with the dawn patrol seemingly unaffected?Blimey, I was totally alcohol-free1 all night and didn't manage to crawl out of bed until 11am (and then crawled back into it again after SWMBO went home). Having said that, one of the guys I used to hang out with at university was teetotal and I swear that after a good night out he'd have a worse hangover than any of us.
If I'd drunk as much as I believe you may have done tiermat, I'd have been on a life support machine for about a week.
Cue much discussion about the dangers of 'passive drinking' :)
1 - although the sugar-rush I got from the White Russian cake made me feel like I'd been hit by a train!
Post by: hulver on 08 August, 2011, 11:24:13 am
First forumite spot in a while. Riding home from work this evening down Eckington Way in Sheffield and espied a purple clad forumite going the other way on the bike path.
Alas I failed to identify myself as a fellow forumist so if that was you then the other person was me. Good to know I'm not alone in this little microcosm of East Sheff.
Hey that was me! My first time being spotted :D
I was just on my way home and I don't usually see any other cyclists, so I remember seeing you going down the hill.
Post by: clarion on 08 August, 2011, 12:32:41 pm
Someone called out and was waving as they went past.
Either they recognised me
or they were waving a fist at me
Or both.
Post by: The Seldom Killer on 08 August, 2011, 07:02:51 pm
First forumite spot in a while. Riding home from work this evening down Eckington Way in Sheffield and espied a purple clad forumite going the other way on the bike path.
Alas I failed to identify myself as a fellow forumist so if that was you then the other person was me. Good to know I'm not alone in this little microcosm of East Sheff.
Hey that was me! My first time being spotted :D
I was just on my way home and I don't usually see any other cyclists, so I remember seeing you going down the hill.
We should celebrate such a momentous occasion by meeting up for a beer.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 08 August, 2011, 09:10:25 pm
I just realised, I forgot to give him his takeaway cake.
Post by: Karla on 11 August, 2011, 12:18:33 am
They didn't ask any cycling questions so those of you who don't know me will have to snoop and/or guess.
Post by: little miss mac on 11 August, 2011, 09:42:41 am
We lost each other at the hideousness that is currently Bridge Street. Can't wait until those roadworks are finished.
Post by: little miss mac on 11 August, 2011, 09:47:06 am
Post by: Greenbank on 11 August, 2011, 12:26:32 pm
I disappeared up the outside of the traffic on Bridge St as I was going straight on over Westminster Bridge. Off to Condor this afternoon as they rang to tell me my bike is ready. Woohoo.
Post by: Feline on 12 August, 2011, 03:35:27 am
Post by: Regulator on 12 August, 2011, 11:39:03 am
I think I spotted Tewdric on the local news yesterday evening :)
Up in court for looting? ;)
Post by: Torslanda on 12 August, 2011, 11:01:26 pm
I think I spotted Tewdric on the local news yesterday evening :)
Up in court for looting? ;)
Reg, you do know you're going straight to hell, don't you? ;D
Post by: Polar Bear on 13 August, 2011, 07:02:02 pm
Post by: αdαmsκι on 15 August, 2011, 03:01:30 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 15 August, 2011, 06:34:34 pm
Clarion, Butterfly & the lad stranded at Didcot Parkway station as there was only space for two out of their three bikes on the train. Poor buggers, stranded at Didcot.Fortunately not for long, we caught the next train with no problems :)
Good to see you, if only very briefly! 8)
Post by: alexb on 16 August, 2011, 03:06:46 pm
Post by: little miss mac on 16 August, 2011, 03:52:30 pm
LMM leading a veritable peloton through Battersea park this morning!
I didn't see you! Did you spot my new bike? That was this weekend's excitement :thumbsup:
Post by: alexb on 16 August, 2011, 10:25:47 pm
It took me a moment to clock you. Usually we meet at the lights and I have a chance to at least say hello, this time i think the closing speed was in excess of 50kph, so not much chance to take anything in.
Some very funny faces behind you though. One guy was really doing all he could just to hang onto the tail end of the bunch drafting you.
Were you aware they were there?
Post by: little miss mac on 16 August, 2011, 10:37:16 pm
(For those that gave me good advice on bike choice, I looked into the Alfine 11 option for the Condor frame but it was going to work out too pricey with the Versa shifters I'd need in order to avoid bar end shifters. And I wanted the Condor frame because it has carbon forks and seat stays, where the Genesis doesn't. So I thought I'd live a little and try Campag instead of the Shimano I've got on my other bike. The jury's out, other than for looks, which it beats Shimano hands down on. Pics to follow when I finally replace the camera that was nicked at the same time as my Tempo.)
Post by: fuzzy on 16 August, 2011, 11:06:14 pm
SWMBO and I will be meeting Aunt Brenda for a walk round the park.
Post by: Auntie Helen on 17 August, 2011, 08:30:56 am
Post by: Arch on 17 August, 2011, 10:28:47 pm
Shortly afterwards, I was stung by a wasp, but the two events are not connected.
Post by: Canardly on 17 August, 2011, 10:34:07 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 17 August, 2011, 11:00:13 pm
We did indeed spot an Arch as we were setting off for what turned out to be a 43 mile adventure, including fish and chips, 2 chocolate and fizzy pop stops, an ascent of the Alpe de Givendale (followed by the rather lovely descent of Grimthorpe), jam butties at granny's house, a comedy off road section and a visit to a play park. No wasp stings, thankfully.
Post by: fuzzy on 17 August, 2011, 11:25:43 pm
Does Aunt Brenda still brandish her broom?
Not in public ;D Apparently she is to be an honoured guest at Debenhams reopening after the repair work :thumbsup:
The lunchtime walk around Battersea Park got postponed. Aunt Brenda decided we should walk to Clapham Junction to see the messages written on the bording up done at the various shops. We had a look at Debenhams and I must say it is quite encouraging to see the little notes and messages of condemnation of the looters and support for the community.
Post by: fuzzy on 17 August, 2011, 11:26:56 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 18 August, 2011, 09:46:22 am
LMM leading a veritable peloton through Battersea park this morning!
I didn't see you! Did you spot my new bike? That was this weekend's excitement :thumbsup:
Brilliant :thumbsup:
"Never mind me, what about the bike ?" ;D
Post by: Phil on 19 August, 2011, 05:55:21 pm
Post by: Feline on 19 August, 2011, 06:07:20 pm
Post by: Andrij on 19 August, 2011, 07:06:47 pm
Andrij, making good progress east along the Commercial Road late a bit past 11pm last night. I yelled, but I don't think he heard.
Sorry, didn't hear you. :( Then again, I was rather focused on getting home - was on my way back from a football match in Fulham.
Post by: Redlight on 19 August, 2011, 09:35:55 pm
Spotted several YACFers today, simonp, Jo, Lotum, Redlight, and AndyC in the hotel, and IanH riding around St Quintin while we were doing a rece ride of the PBP start this afternoon.
That's cheating - you knew we were here anyway :-)
Post by: CrinklyLion on 20 August, 2011, 03:22:36 pm
Post by: Redlight on 20 August, 2011, 09:50:30 pm
Post by: Greenbank on 20 August, 2011, 10:00:18 pm
Post by: Paul on 22 August, 2011, 10:59:51 pm
Post by: Kim on 23 August, 2011, 09:00:39 am
Breaston, Derbyshire, Friday 19 August 18:50: YACF jersey (plus bike & rider) heading west. Who was that?
Rower40? Timing sounds about right...
Post by: alexb on 23 August, 2011, 10:36:56 am
Heh. I didn't really notice anyone drafting. Too busy trying to work out which gear I'm comfortable in - I went all Campag on my new Condor Bivio-X (2010 frame which is nicer than the current crop and at a discount, too) and I'm not sure the compact double has got gears in the right place for my comfort zone. My legs are feeling the workout...
(For those that gave me good advice on bike choice, I looked into the Alfine 11 option for the Condor frame but it was going to work out too pricey with the Versa shifters I'd need in order to avoid bar end shifters. And I wanted the Condor frame because it has carbon forks and seat stays, where the Genesis doesn't. So I thought I'd live a little and try Campag instead of the Shimano I've got on my other bike. The jury's out, other than for looks, which it beats Shimano hands down on. Pics to follow when I finally replace the camera that was nicked at the same time as my Tempo.)
Didn't spot the bike at all I'm afraid. I shied away from compact doubles when I did the maths on the gear ratios (it helps that I raced double transmissions on mountain bikes several decades ago (yikes!) before they were fashionable) I figured I'd struggle to find a comfortable gear ratio on the flat. I still think my triple is under geared in the middle ring, but that's another story.
As for Alfines - I love my 8 speed for commuting. It's just so spot on. You actually need relatively few gears for commuting in London. One for moving off from the lights, two more to get up to speed and a top gear for when the wind is behind you. You don't really need them too closely spaced either, so the 8 speed works really well.
If I see you again I promise to pay more attention to the bike!!!
Post by: Eccentrica Gallumbits on 25 August, 2011, 09:54:07 am
Post by: CrinklyLion on 26 August, 2011, 10:50:59 pm
Post by: rower40 on 27 August, 2011, 09:32:02 am
Hmm... <Goes away to check saved GPS track.>Breaston, Derbyshire, Friday 19 August 18:50: YACF jersey (plus bike & rider) heading west. Who was that?
Rower40? Timing sounds about right...
Guilty as charged. I even had Lee's YACF LEJoG baton stashed in the pannier.
(I don't often peruse this thread.)
Post by: L CC on 27 August, 2011, 10:57:33 am
I was the only one doing a funny walk.
Post by: Peter on 27 August, 2011, 11:02:17 am
Post by: Butterfly on 28 August, 2011, 09:07:34 am
Post by: Rhys W on 28 August, 2011, 03:25:16 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 28 August, 2011, 03:46:09 pm
Post by: her_welshness on 28 August, 2011, 07:30:20 pm
Post by: interzen on 29 August, 2011, 04:48:34 pm
First tiermat (and clan, although clan stayed in the car) dropping off the coffee machine which I bought off him *mumble* months ago and, as a result of various comings and goings, only ended up in my possession today. 20 minutes later, MSeries turned up to swap some pictures of the Queen for a pair of home-plug network adapters.
Nice to see you both.
Post by: mike on 05 September, 2011, 08:03:44 pm
Me, on University Challenge, on September 5th.
They didn't ask any cycling questions so those of you who don't know me will have to snoop and/or guess.
are you the one with the hair? ;D
Post by: Greenbank on 05 September, 2011, 08:22:58 pm
Post by: MSeries on 05 September, 2011, 08:54:14 pm
.... (he was trying to leave in the "Paris" direction, I corrected him)...Is that right ?
Post by: Tim Hall on 05 September, 2011, 10:03:06 pm
Post by: Arch on 05 September, 2011, 10:35:37 pm
Post by: giropaul on 06 September, 2011, 09:51:26 pm
Handshakes briefly followed.
Good to meet you; sorry it was brief but London Midland waits for no man.
Post by: Basil on 06 September, 2011, 10:28:47 pm
So I'm one minute from work on my way home when I clock this bloke staring at me intently as he crosses a ped xing near the Mail Box. He crosses and I'm about to press on home when I hear "Basil!"
Sorry I had to ask who you were, Paul. I'm crap at faces.
Do you often visit Mordor? Give a shout next time and we'll coffee or beer or something.
I have to admit that I've always pronounced your forum name incorrectly in my mind. Sorry about that. When you introduced yourself I realised it was an association with an Italian road race, not a recipient of state benefit. ;D
Nice to meet you matey. :thumbsup:
Post by: Karla on 07 September, 2011, 11:17:55 am
You got one wrong, then one right!I got more than one right! Which are you thinking of?
are you the one with the hair? ;DI was on the other team, the one who looked like a cyclist. I haven't checked but you may even be able to spot the tanlines ;)
Post by: Greenbank on 07 September, 2011, 11:28:35 am
You got one wrong, then one right!I got more than one right! Which are you thinking of?
Picture round, the name of the religious scene depicted, you got it wrong (although after the other lot had already got it wrong). You then got the next one right about golden something (golden divide?) and then got the painters of religious scenes picture questions as the bonus questions.
Post by: Karla on 07 September, 2011, 11:48:51 am
You got one wrong, then one right!I got more than one right! Which are you thinking of?
Picture round, the name of the religious scene depicted, you got it wrong (although after the other lot had already got it wrong). You then got the next one right about golden something (golden divide?) and then got the painters of religious scenes picture questions as the bonus questions.
Ah okay. You're thinking of the Golden Rule (http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+7%3A12&version=NIV): Do as you would be done by.
I actually named the same scene as the other team for the starter picture, I just said it in Latin instead of English.
Post by: Peter on 07 September, 2011, 12:02:18 pm
Post by: Karla on 07 September, 2011, 12:25:29 pm
Naughty boy, Greg! Nunc Dimittis was Simeon, in Jerusalem (I think), this occurred sometime after the Adoration of the Magi in Bethlehem, I seem to remember. But I thought you passed on several correct answers to your captain, did you not? A sound performance, I felt. Could you actually see the other team? If so, that must have been seriously distracting!
Yes, the other team were on our right. I couldn't really see the picture very well tbh, and was concentrating on trying to work out what the painting was, so didn't notice the other guy saying 'presentation at the temple', hence my guess at the same incident! A bad workman blames his tools, so hey.
Where UCL really won was their buzzing speed. I knew about T-Rexes, Velociraptors, the Forest of Bowland and Pendle Hill, dammit!
Post by: Wowbagger on 07 September, 2011, 12:32:09 pm
Post by: giropaul on 07 September, 2011, 02:55:30 pm
Giropaul.
So I'm one minute from work on my way home when I clock this bloke staring at me intently as he crosses a ped xing near the Mail Box. He crosses and I'm about to press on home when I hear "Basil!"
Sorry I had to ask who you were, Paul. I'm crap at faces.
Do you often visit Mordor? Give a shout next time and we'll coffee or beer or something.
I have to admit that I've always pronounced your forum name incorrectly in my mind. Sorry about that. When you introduced yourself I realised it was an association with an Italian road race, not a recipient of state benefit. ;D
Nice to meet you matey. :thumbsup:
Yes, a beer (or even a coffee) would be excellent. I'm not (thankfully) in Mordor often, it depends on work and the client - but there's not a lot of ether at the moment! I will let you know though, I'm guessing that when I saw you it was your knocking off time?
Giro (as in Giropaul) comes from CC Giro (of which I am a long-standing member, (if a not frequent participant in what used to be club runs but which now seem to deserve UCI points). The club name comes, of course, from the race.
What is note-worthy is that the other interpretation never even occurred to the would-be-upwardly-mobile travel agent from Sutton Coldfield who set the club up!
Actually, looking at the number of non-working people who attend the Wednesday
I'll pm you when I'm next around.
Post by: Tim Hall on 08 September, 2011, 08:14:18 am
"I know him" I thought. My brain scratched around for a name. Given him a frame for a fixer, seen him on an FNRTTC, used to be on urc, Goth tendancies, lives in Cambridge. It wasn't until I was halfway down the escalator that I exclaimed "Damerell!".
Haven't seen him posting on here for a while but I'm sure it was he.
Post by: Greenbank on 09 September, 2011, 09:44:11 am
Post by: SteveC on 09 September, 2011, 05:58:03 pm
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Post by: andygates on 09 September, 2011, 07:30:50 pm
I'll ask the third bunch for a bloody credit ;)
Post by: Adam on 09 September, 2011, 07:31:07 pm
I hope they asked permission................
Edit: Oh dear, they didn't.
Post by: andygates on 09 September, 2011, 07:41:58 pm
I reckon I could totally work cornrows, though. Totally.
Post by: Bledlow on 10 September, 2011, 07:15:56 pm
Post by: Andrij on 10 September, 2011, 07:30:30 pm
* Nice bike ;)
Post by: jogler on 11 September, 2011, 02:11:44 pm
:thumbsup:
Post by: Andrij on 11 September, 2011, 03:12:49 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 11 September, 2011, 07:55:33 pm
Post by: MSeries on 11 September, 2011, 10:30:31 pm
Crusty, Deano, Tiermat, bunbury, MSeries, CrinklyAuntie and CrinklyUncle in the den. The remaining space in Deano's luggage was filled with tasty baked comestibles, beer and tea and coffee drunk and i managed to cook, with a bit of assistance, a reasonable impersonation of a sunday lunch.It was smashing, thanks ever so much - you went way beyond the call considering your current circumstances. Nice to meet CrinkyAuntie and CrinklyUncle for the first time, need to see you guys on your bikes sometime. Nice to see everyone else again. Deano and I rode to the Grey Horse in Elvington where we met Bunbury, had a Copper Dragon then we all went our separate ways.
Post by: clarion on 11 September, 2011, 11:22:16 pm
Post by: Deano on 12 September, 2011, 11:36:38 am
Post by: alexb on 12 September, 2011, 12:13:14 pm
Going up Bedford Hill, Balham. I spotted his purple YACF shirt, though to myself, "that's Tim, but he never goes to work this early" then caught up with him going down Cedars Road.
Tim, I didn't say hello, because we only ever seem to meet up on FNRttC and you never seem to recognize me outside of that group!
Post by: clarion on 17 September, 2011, 10:35:07 am
Post by: jogler on 19 September, 2011, 03:47:29 pm
Post by: TimO on 19 September, 2011, 05:57:44 pm
TimO,
Going up Bedford Hill, Balham. I spotted his purple YACF shirt, though to myself, "that's Tim, but he never goes to work this early" then caught up with him going down Cedars Road.
Tim, I didn't say hello, because we only ever seem to meet up on FNRttC and you never seem to recognize me outside of that group!
Context, it's all about context! ... that and I never see anyone on the commute except Adrian, who occasionally catches me up, and then makes me glad when I turn off, so I can have a rest!
... and I saw Adrian last week, Wednesday or Thursday I think, but I forgot to post in here immediately, so have now forgotten when it was!
I don't think I was that early on Monday, just after 9 as I recall. I was in work at 7-35 on Friday, that was early!
Post by: rower40 on 19 September, 2011, 11:32:43 pm
On the telly. (National Geographic channel) Hope it didn't bring back too many painful memories.
On behalf of the rest of my profession, I offer heartfelt apologies for the systemic failings of the post-privatisation rail industry. I was going to say we've learnt from our mistakes, but then I get an email requesting me to investigate this:
clicky (http://www.raib.gov.uk/publications/current_investigations_register/110904_ufton.cfm)
Post by: Wobbly John on 21 September, 2011, 07:03:31 am
...on the National tellyvision ! :o :o :o
Look out for him Penny Farthing-ing again at 7.50 and 8.50 on BBC Breakfast time. :D
Post by: fuzzy on 21 September, 2011, 10:05:11 am
A Jaded.
On the telly. (National Geographic channel) Hope it didn't bring back too many painful memories.
On behalf of the rest of my profession, I offer heartfelt apologies for the systemic failings of the post-privatisation rail industry. I was going to say we've learnt from our mistakes, but then I get an email requesting me to investigate this:
clicky (http://www.raib.gov.uk/publications/current_investigations_register/110904_ufton.cfm)
A crossing with history I believe.
Post by: itsbruce on 21 September, 2011, 05:57:12 pm
Nobody, of course. Recumbents don't get spotted as they are invisible
Post by: geraldc on 21 September, 2011, 05:59:23 pm
Post by: Ham on 21 September, 2011, 06:02:17 pm
edit: Special gold star as that is the first time I have been spied, despite the cris-crossing I do of London. Which way were you heading?
Post by: itsbruce on 22 September, 2011, 12:03:59 am
Post by: Jurek on 22 September, 2011, 08:51:26 am
This evening, around 6:30pm, I was spotted by Jurek just as I approached the bottom of Forest Hill. Nice to see you and sorry I couldn't stay for a longer chat, but I had to be in Chiswick by 7:30.
Scalped at speed, I was :thumbsup:
Post by: Bledlow on 22 September, 2011, 05:33:57 pm
A Hilldodger...Not available on iPlayer!
...on the National tellyvision ! :o :o :o
Look out for him Penny Farthing-ing again at 7.50 and 8.50 on BBC Breakfast time. :D
Post by: Auntie Helen on 22 September, 2011, 06:50:02 pm
Post by: geraldc on 22 September, 2011, 06:54:06 pm
That would be myself! <waves belatedly>
edit: Special gold star as that is the first time I have been spied, despite the cris-crossing I do of London. Which way were you heading?
I was on the pavement exiting a local shop with a bag of chicken...
Post by: Jaded on 22 September, 2011, 08:09:05 pm
A Jaded.
On the telly. (National Geographic channel) Hope it didn't bring back too many painful memories.
On behalf of the rest of my profession, I offer heartfelt apologies for the systemic failings of the post-privatisation rail industry. I was going to say we've learnt from our mistakes, but then I get an email requesting me to investigate this:
clicky (http://www.raib.gov.uk/publications/current_investigations_register/110904_ufton.cfm)
A crossing with history I believe.
rower40, many thanks.
fuzzy - I still remember getting the phone call from a fellow survivor saying "there's been another one".
Post by: clarion on 22 September, 2011, 08:10:21 pm
Wowbagger, in the company (briefly!) of Alex Dowsett of Sky ProCycling.
That one needs explaining, I think ;D
Post by: Auntie Helen on 22 September, 2011, 09:14:05 pm
We were on a minor road some way past Danbury, deviating from our planned route due to the siren call of food, and I saw a bunch of six cyclists coming the other way, very fast. Lo and behold Mr Dowsett was at the back, so I shouted "Hi Alex!" and they waved back.
For one very, very short moment both Wow and Alex Dowsett were in my field of vision.
Afterwards I explained who the UK Time Trial champion was to Wow...
Post by: clarion on 22 September, 2011, 09:25:21 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 23 September, 2011, 09:54:46 am
I just saw a blur of about half a dozen blokes on bikes. At the time I didn't think they were going that quickly as they were rounding a bend and chatting amongst themselves. I think I bade them good morning, which was wrong because it was well after noon. At least one of them returned the compliment.
I think the encounter occurred here (http://www.streetmap.co.uk/map.srf?X=577372&Y=214935&A=Y&Z=120).
Edit: and I saw Auntie Helen and a group of blokes, one of whom, apparently, was Alex Dowsett.
Post by: itsbruce on 23 September, 2011, 10:36:46 am
Post by: fuzzy on 23 September, 2011, 11:17:45 am
A Jaded.
On the telly. (National Geographic channel) Hope it didn't bring back too many painful memories.
On behalf of the rest of my profession, I offer heartfelt apologies for the systemic failings of the post-privatisation rail industry. I was going to say we've learnt from our mistakes, but then I get an email requesting me to investigate this:
clicky (http://www.raib.gov.uk/publications/current_investigations_register/110904_ufton.cfm)
A crossing with history I believe.
rower40, many thanks.
fuzzy - I still remember getting the phone call from a fellow survivor saying "there's been another one".
An incident that I had no involvement in thankfully.
Post by: Redlight on 23 September, 2011, 11:18:58 am
"Overtaking in the opposite direction". I'll have to remember that one ;)
As in: "Sitting pretty, in an ugly kind of way" (John Martyn)
Post by: L CC on 23 September, 2011, 07:30:01 pm
A gent, sensible bike, sensible clothes, beret & pipe this evening.
I was pretending to TT otherwise I would've stopped and passed the time of day. And he would probably have denied being you, what with you being down south n all.
Post by: billplumtree on 24 September, 2011, 07:00:04 am
We rode from there to Arnside (2 the C), then I caffeinated and carbed him and sent him on his way back 2 the other C with strict instructions to enjoy the daylight and tailwind.
Post by: rower40 on 24 September, 2011, 08:00:15 am
... then I caffeinated and carbed him and sent him on his way back ...Is that 2 of the C2C2Cs? :D
Post by: style over speed on 25 September, 2011, 07:39:02 pm
Post by: clarion on 25 September, 2011, 09:25:14 pm
We're puzzled, because we didn't spot you. Should have given a shout! :D
Post by: clarion on 26 September, 2011, 09:39:48 pm
Post by: Dinamo on 27 September, 2011, 10:03:29 pm
Post by: alexb on 29 September, 2011, 03:48:54 pm
Did I spot Origamist wizzing across Clapham Northside this morning, black shorts with red and yellow text (High Road?).
Post by: clarion on 29 September, 2011, 03:50:03 pm
Post by: Redlight on 29 September, 2011, 04:38:52 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 29 September, 2011, 04:40:04 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 30 September, 2011, 01:50:14 pm
Post by: Kim on 30 September, 2011, 01:51:06 pm
wonder what the collective noun for rocket scientists is?
A thrust?
Post by: fuzzy on 30 September, 2011, 02:14:59 pm
wonder what the collective noun for rocket scientists is?
A thrust?
A Venturi?
Post by: LindaG on 30 September, 2011, 02:16:45 pm
So what's it like drinking coffee with the world's coolest profession Crinkly? And, do they make good coffee?
Post by: Si_Co on 30 September, 2011, 02:19:42 pm
Post by: TimO on 30 September, 2011, 02:23:52 pm
TimO, with assorted colleagues (wonder what the collective noun for rocket scientists is?). For a coffee in south ken:)A CrinklyLion in the Dana Centre Cafe, pretty much the opposite of the above!
I spent the time between then and now packing a board to be sent to the other side of the pond in full "asap, spend whatever money is necessary" mode, so I suspect the delay between the posts is acceptable!
Post by: LindaG on 30 September, 2011, 02:32:04 pm
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 30 September, 2011, 02:34:25 pm
TimO, with assorted colleagues (wonder what the collective noun for rocket scientists is?). For a coffee in south ken:)Surely it would be 'an orbit'.
Post by: Si_Co on 30 September, 2011, 02:35:03 pm
If they were offering tea and sympathy, would it be A Quantum Of Solace?
;D ;D ;D
Post by: clarion on 30 September, 2011, 02:36:02 pm
If they were offering tea and sympathy, would it be A Quantum Of Solace?
Or, if a bit closer, a Satellite of Love.
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 30 September, 2011, 08:37:03 pm
Post by: rower40 on 01 October, 2011, 07:41:06 pm
Post by: fuzzy on 01 October, 2011, 08:09:46 pm
Nice to see you again.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 02 October, 2011, 08:34:30 pm
thurs
- tiermat, lindag and crusty in the pub
fri
- timo for coffee, then timo again for pancakes along with (tries to remember....) butterfly, clarion, charlotte, julian, phil, peewit, why1040, a tenth person whose name i didn't catch and i'm not sure if they are of this parish or not plus gattopardo post-critical mass but not joining us for pancakes.
sat
- kim, rower40, adrij and gerwinium, post-fnrtts at euston for coffee, cake and pastries then (over the rest of the day for, variously, tea/beer/gossip/more tea/nattering/curry/more tea/more nattering and general erudite smuttiness) wooly, peli, TT, adamski, pippa, charlotte (again), timo (again), zipperhead, wowbagger and gattopardo (again). and several other people, but they told me real names so i assume not from here.
thanks all for a most excellent silly_bike_adventure_without_my_bike.
Post by: TimO on 06 October, 2011, 11:20:39 am
Post by: clarion on 06 October, 2011, 11:32:09 am
Post by: Oscar's dad on 06 October, 2011, 11:34:59 am
I've been hoping to spot, or be spotted by, different members the last couple of weeks, since, instead of Tooting & Clapham, I've been riding through Streatham and Brixton. This morning, I even wore my Clarion jersey, which anyone who has seen it can testify is quite, er, 'striking'. But no :'(
I spotted you on Saturday :thumbsup: In fact I spotted you so intimately I even managed to eat some of your pudding (sorry about that :-[ )
Post by: clarion on 06 October, 2011, 11:38:32 am
Post by: Oscar's dad on 06 October, 2011, 11:40:36 am
Post by: clarion on 06 October, 2011, 12:00:54 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 06 October, 2011, 12:10:09 pm
Post by: токамак on 06 October, 2011, 12:24:31 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 06 October, 2011, 02:10:27 pm
Not strictly speaking a forumite (unless he lurks quietly), but known to many on here, Sergeant Titus Halliwell of the Met's Cycle Task Force, in full cycling policeman gear (which I'd never seen him in before!) going along Pelham Street in the opposite direction to me, both of us trying to get around the traffic being caused by someone with a couple of vans parked very un-usefully. He stopped briefly to chat, not realising that I work in South Ken, so surprised to see me around there!I like men in uniform - is he dishy? He has a cool name!
Post by: hatler on 06 October, 2011, 02:32:20 pm
Post by: RJ on 06 October, 2011, 02:56:28 pm
You know what they call crepes down under? Pikelets.
I thought a pikelet was an unconstrained crumpet. So to speak.
Post by: clarion on 06 October, 2011, 04:49:41 pm
A pikelet is a small fish or a miniature mediaeval weapon.
Post by: itsbruce on 06 October, 2011, 05:49:58 pm
I noticed mention of The Stolen Crepe was absent from accounts of the evening. I now know about you Essex pikeys! ;D
Be grateful he used a knife and fork.
Post by: Oscar's dad on 06 October, 2011, 05:51:35 pm
I noticed mention of The Stolen Crepe was absent from accounts of the evening. I now know about you Essex pikeys! ;D
Be grateful he used a knife and fork.
Some of us folk from Essex can be quite civilised ;D
Post by: Redlight on 06 October, 2011, 08:06:50 pm
I never see another yacfer on my commute. I feel very left out given that I live in London.
Same here. The only forumite I have encountered more than once is Rob, although I have been briefly acquainted with Andrij and ZigZag. And that's despite wearing a YACF or Audaxing top most days.
Post by: Andrij on 06 October, 2011, 08:20:26 pm
I never see another yacfer on my commute. I feel very left out given that I live in London.
Same here. The only forumite I have encountered more than once is Rob, although I have been briefly acquainted with Andrij and ZigZag. And that's despite wearing a YACF or Audaxing top most days.
I keep looking. AFAICT our respective routes home share no more than 1/2km, so I'm not surprised we haven't seen each other again.
Post by: TimO on 06 October, 2011, 08:49:15 pm
I like men in uniform - is he dishy? He has a cool name!
I couldn't comment on whether he's dishy or not, he's the wrong gender for me, you'll have to make your own mind up!
There's a picture here (http://www.velopoly.com/?p=992) on Charlotte's blog, from the story on getting their bikes back after they were stolen from the Seekrit Bunker.
Post by: Wendy on 06 October, 2011, 11:00:58 pm
I never see another yacfer on my commute. I feel very left out given that I live in London.
Same here. The only forumite I have encountered more than once is Rob, although I have been briefly acquainted with Andrij and ZigZag. And that's despite wearing a YACF or Audaxing top most days.
I thought you saw me at least once, unless I'm Confused.com on who you/your username used to be.
Post by: clarion on 07 October, 2011, 09:25:15 am
Well, that blur looked like Origamist. But he was on a white bike with gears :o :o :o
Post by: origamist on 07 October, 2011, 12:06:55 pm
I was giving the 90s vintage Peugeot a spin:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/16114972@N00/6191663866/
Post by: fuzzy on 07 October, 2011, 12:52:47 pm
Post by: Aidan on 07 October, 2011, 12:59:54 pm
That is a very pretty looking bike Origamist :thumbsup:+1 very very nice
Post by: αdαmsκι on 07 October, 2011, 01:39:08 pm
Same here. The only forumite I have encountered more than once is Rob, although I have been briefly acquainted with Andrij and ZigZag. And that's despite wearing a YACF or Audaxing top most days.
You're in Lewisham area, right? In the mornings do you go southwards on the A21 riding a silver-ish single speed / fixed, sometimes wearing a 2011 PBP top and sans-magic hat?
Post by: clarion on 07 October, 2011, 01:39:51 pm
That is a very pretty looking bike Origamist :thumbsup:
Looks even better when it's moving.
A really nice bike.
Post by: Redlight on 07 October, 2011, 06:10:32 pm
Same here. The only forumite I have encountered more than once is Rob, although I have been briefly acquainted with Andrij and ZigZag. And that's despite wearing a YACF or Audaxing top most days.
You're in Lewisham area, right? In the mornings do you go southwards on the A21 riding a silver-ish single speed / fixed, sometimes wearing a 2011 PBP top and sans-magic hat?
Part right - I do live in Lewisham and ride a (tatty brown) fixed without a magic hat and occasionally in one or other PBP jersey, but in the mornings I'm heading into the City so I usually join the A20 at Lee and then go through either New Cross or Deptford depending on my mood.
Wendy - I think we met on the Hell of the Ashdown a couple of year back but, despite keeping my eyes peeled, I've yet to see you on the commute.
Andrij - not too surprising we haven't met again as I go that way only every now and again. Most days I go over London Bridge
Post by: Wendy on 07 October, 2011, 06:37:37 pm
Wendy - I think we met on the Hell of the Ashdown a couple of year back but, despite keeping my eyes peeled, I've yet to see you on the commute.
Ah, yes, I remember you mentioning you saw me one Saturday next to the airport. It was on my commute anyway, as I was off to work.
Post by: αdαmsκι on 07 October, 2011, 07:23:31 pm
Part right - I do live in Lewisham and ride a (tatty brown) fixed without a magic hat and occasionally in one or other PBP jersey, but in the mornings I'm heading into the City so I usually join the A20 at Lee and then go through either New Cross or Deptford depending on my mood.
Hmm. So it's another PBP Ancien (or at least owner of a PBP top) who I've seen heading southwards on the A21 between the Catford Homebase and Ladywell. ???
Post by: jogler on 08 October, 2011, 02:35:24 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 09 October, 2011, 02:49:23 am
Post by: Aidan on 09 October, 2011, 05:33:28 pm
I also saw Mr Bunbury coming out of Wiggington as I was riding in. He ignored me though! ;D
Post by: jimbhoy on 09 October, 2011, 06:40:27 pm
Post by: Deano on 09 October, 2011, 06:44:45 pm
I also saw Mr Bunbury coming out of Wiggington as I was riding in. He ignored me though! ;D
That's because you don't exist.
Post by: interzen on 09 October, 2011, 06:45:42 pm
Post by: Aidan on 09 October, 2011, 06:50:42 pm
I also saw Mr Bunbury coming out of Wiggington as I was riding in. He ignored me though! ;D
That's because you don't exist.
:-)
Post by: Karla on 09 October, 2011, 06:52:52 pm
I also saw Mr Bunbury coming out of Wiggington as I was riding in. He ignored me though! ;D
That's because you don't exist.
:-)
It's more likely because I was busy concentrating on not running into the other hundred riders on the road.
Post by: interzen on 09 October, 2011, 06:53:00 pm
Who said that?!I also saw Mr Bunbury coming out of Wiggington as I was riding in. He ignored me though! ;D
That's because you don't exist.
:-)
Post by: Arch on 09 October, 2011, 07:58:21 pm
But later, having just that moment parked the car in our usual spot, after driving back from Leicester, completely unexpectedly, a Kim, heading for her temporary base at the Den. Having been invited in, we shortly afterwards spotted a Barakta and a CrinklyLion, and two cubs, all of whom were unphased by our presence when they arrived home.
We were then entertained and tea'd up for some time by YACFers, Cubs, cats, and silly putty.
Post by: Polar Bear on 11 October, 2011, 04:08:24 pm
Post by: Kim on 11 October, 2011, 04:11:50 pm
But later, having just that moment parked the car in our usual spot, after driving back from Leicester, completely unexpectedly, a Kim, heading for her temporary base at the Den.
Top quality spot, that. I heard a shout of "Kim!" from behind and slammed on the brakes, expecting to see a CrinklyLion or barakta, and there you were. :thumbsup:
Post by: Karla on 11 October, 2011, 09:10:15 pm
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6215/6235536908_679aff3145_z.jpg)
MattC, in Paris
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6110/6235540504_9537f8e305_b.jpg)
Post by: Arch on 11 October, 2011, 10:51:20 pm
But later, having just that moment parked the car in our usual spot, after driving back from Leicester, completely unexpectedly, a Kim, heading for her temporary base at the Den.
Top quality spot, that. I heard a shout of "Kim!" from behind and slammed on the brakes, expecting to see a CrinklyLion or barakta, and there you were. :thumbsup:
I had waved from inside the car, and then realised that you have absolutely no clue what MFWHTBAB's car looks like, and probably wouldn't see people inside it anyway due to the reflection on the windscreen.....
I've just had some of your birthday cake. And a small beer. Or two. And dinner, all courtesy of CrinklyLion, with added entertainment from Cubs large and small...
Post by: Kim on 11 October, 2011, 11:20:22 pm
I had waved from inside the car, and then realised that you have absolutely no clue what MFWHTBAB's car looks like, and probably wouldn't see people inside it anyway due to the reflection on the windscreen.....
Generically silver, like the other 50% of cars on the road?
But I was at that point mostly concentrating on going round the corner while braking (I'm still nervous about that) and vaguely keeping an eye out for anyone of the Crinkly persuasion in pedestrian mode, so probably wouldn't have noticed you anyway. Not that I have a good track record for that sort of thing: I once walked right past my then girlfriend at a station in spite of making which-side-are-we-passing-on eye contact because I wasn't paying attention. :facepalm:
I'm not really cut out for people spotting. Forumites are better than most, as they tend to ride interesting bikes and often come with identifying jerseys, but I still lose track of which particular middle-aged man in lycra that appears to know me is which. :-[
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I've just had some of your birthday cake. And a small beer. Or two. And dinner, all courtesy of CrinklyLion, with added entertainment from Cubs large and small...
And SCIENCE putty[1]?
[1] Which we decided was just a cooler sounding name for Silly Putty, because Serious Putty is the boring stuff you fit windows with.
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 11 October, 2011, 11:57:40 pm
Post by: Arch on 12 October, 2011, 10:29:50 pm
I had waved from inside the car, and then realised that you have absolutely no clue what MFWHTBAB's car looks like, and probably wouldn't see people inside it anyway due to the reflection on the windscreen.....
Generically silver, like the other 50% of cars on the road?
No, a sort of metallic grey-green... The reg is distinctive, if you know his name.
He doesn't do faces well either, apparently he once arrived at an arranged meeting point with a previous girlfriend, rang to find out where she was and was talked through turning round, crossing the road, walking along a bit and "hello, I'm in front of you!"
Post by: clarion on 13 October, 2011, 09:16:34 am
Butterfly, Wendy, Dez, Wowbagger, Darkpoint, Ham, Her_Welshness, Jurek (sadly avelopic), fruitcake, aralsopp (is he on this forum? I can't remember), artyfaharty! :D, Literida. Probably loads of others I've completely forgotten. :-[
Not seen, but know they were there: Speshact :( Jane :( His Leggeship Ln :(
Post by: artyfaharty on 13 October, 2011, 09:22:23 am
Post by: clarion on 13 October, 2011, 09:38:14 am
I think the turnout was very good - both from the forum and overall. I hope that TfL will take note, but I can't say I am very optimistic.
Post by: Jurek on 13 October, 2011, 11:04:53 am
....I think the turnout was very good - both from the forum and overall.....
2500, according to this (http://lcc.org.uk/articles/massive-thanks-to-the-2500-londoners-who-took-to-the-streets-for-a-people-friendly-city).
Post by: hatler on 13 October, 2011, 11:16:43 am
Post by: Arellcat on 13 October, 2011, 12:54:19 pm
I think the turnout was very good - both from the forum and overall. I hope that TfL will take note, but I can't say I am very optimistic.
What time was the Blackfriars ride? I was in the vicinity too, but was otherwise occupied chasing the guys from AV2Hire who were racing each other. I did have to catch the six o'clock train back to Embra, though, so I probably missed the event.
Post by: clarion on 13 October, 2011, 02:16:08 pm
Oh - I forgot to mention that I saw Philip Benstead on Upper Ground before the start.
Post by: her_welshness on 14 October, 2011, 07:09:38 pm
Post by: Gandalf on 16 October, 2011, 08:57:05 am
Post by: L CC on 16 October, 2011, 09:53:49 am
Post by: her_welshness on 16 October, 2011, 10:03:39 am
Wendy, in The Guardian Online.
Oooh where?
Post by: L CC on 16 October, 2011, 10:09:09 am
Post by: her_welshness on 16 October, 2011, 10:18:52 am
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But then my instructor, Mike, arrived. He must have been rollerblading at over 30 miles an hour and with his perfect form and sunglasses I didn't know whether I was about to get a lesson or enter a face-off with Agent Smith from The Matrix.
;D
Post by: Wendy on 16 October, 2011, 07:14:29 pm
Post by: itsbruce on 16 October, 2011, 07:48:05 pm
Post by: Kim on 16 October, 2011, 09:20:10 pm
Post by: Wendy on 17 October, 2011, 12:53:42 am
Post by: Gandalf on 18 October, 2011, 06:05:24 pm
Post by: clarion on 18 October, 2011, 06:15:00 pm
Post by: Gandalf on 18 October, 2011, 06:30:33 pm
Post by: darkpoint on 20 October, 2011, 10:24:05 am
Post by: Thing2 on 21 October, 2011, 05:33:28 pm
Post by: rower40 on 23 October, 2011, 11:30:51 am
Post by: AndyH on 25 October, 2011, 10:56:46 pm
Andy H, at work in Croydon. I was a bit distracted and so didn't manage to stop to return his 'hello' :-[
And I thought you hadn't recognised me in a non PBP hi vis :D
Post by: Kim on 25 October, 2011, 11:35:24 pm
This is a bit of a long shot, but I THINK I saw Gerwinium travelling westbound on Jamaica Road, South-East That London, at 0915 this morning (Sunday). I was very incognito; black coat, Brompton, on the other side of a dual carriageway.
Doesn't sound entirely unlikely...
Post by: rob on 26 October, 2011, 02:01:35 pm
Same here. The only forumite I have encountered more than once is Rob, although I have been briefly acquainted with Andrij and ZigZag. And that's despite wearing a YACF or Audaxing top most days.
You're in Lewisham area, right? In the mornings do you go southwards on the A21 riding a silver-ish single speed / fixed, sometimes wearing a 2011 PBP top and sans-magic hat?
Might be me. I was riding a silver Langster and wearing my PBP top up to last week. I use the A21 from Bromley to Lewisham, although that's Northbound in a morning.
I've swapped onto the Winter bike this week - black Ridgeback Solo, but I usually have an AUK Gilet on.
Post by: gerwinium on 26 October, 2011, 10:21:47 pm
This is a bit of a long shot, but I THINK I saw Gerwinium travelling westbound on Jamaica Road, South-East That London, at 0915 this morning (Sunday). I was very incognito; black coat, Brompton, on the other side of a dual carriageway.
Wow... I never thought anyone wouild spot me! I was on my way to Andrij excellent Thames Pootle. Next time shout, or say "listen carefully, I will say this only once" in a French accent.
Post by: Wendy on 26 October, 2011, 10:33:16 pm
Next time shout, or say "listen carefully, I will say this only once" in a French accent.
:thumbsup: :thumbsup: ;D
Post by: fuzzy on 27 October, 2011, 01:31:45 pm
Post by: Phil on 30 October, 2011, 12:28:36 am
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 30 October, 2011, 05:04:53 pm
The crinklycub bikes are very bling indeed.
Post by: alexb on 31 October, 2011, 05:18:26 pm
AlexB, unexpectedly, in my local park this morning. Hope you found your workshop!
I did indeed. Should you ever want to indulge in green woodowrking, this is the place to go: http://www.setpointle.org/SoanesCentreactivities.html
Post by: Adam on 31 October, 2011, 10:34:18 pm
Post by: Andrij on 02 November, 2011, 10:29:12 pm
There was Proper Coffee and Cake to power me back across town. Ta! :-*
Post by: αdαmsκι on 02 November, 2011, 10:34:20 pm
Not 100% sure, but I thought I recognised Adamski zooming through Docklands at about 1.30 pm today, on a yellow fixie. At least it looked like him, the last time I saw him with a beard, IYSWIM.
Defo not me. I was in work, and I also don't have a yellow bike.
Post by: Adam on 02 November, 2011, 10:38:44 pm
Post by: TimO on 04 November, 2011, 02:14:32 pm
A doppelgänger then.
So, we'll have to try and find the entire forum's Doppelgängers, like on How I Met Your Mother. ;D
Post by: Andrij on 07 November, 2011, 01:44:54 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 07 November, 2011, 03:16:03 pm
Well there used to be much discussion as to whether my James and Delthebike could meet without the universe imploding. They did meet safely on a ride at Christmas two years ago but were careful not to touch incase it caused the apocalypse.A doppelgänger then.
So, we'll have to try and find the entire forum's Doppelgängers, like on How I Met Your Mother. ;D
Post by: Oscar's dad on 07 November, 2011, 04:02:42 pm
Post by: Jurek on 07 November, 2011, 04:04:32 pm
Post by: L CC on 07 November, 2011, 04:11:06 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 07 November, 2011, 04:11:24 pm
And this is something they do with regularity?
I think we have to be careful not to infridge people's privacy. It takes all sorts and who are we to judge?
Post by: Adrian on 07 November, 2011, 07:34:36 pm
and who are we to judge?Only a multi-talented cross section of society that's who.
Post by: Oscar's dad on 07 November, 2011, 07:36:02 pm
Post by: clarion on 07 November, 2011, 08:42:44 pm
And this is something they do with regularity?
I think we have to be careful not to infridge people's privacy. It takes all sorts and who are we to judge?
I'm quite chilled about any infridgement. It's cool.
Post by: Wowbagger on 08 November, 2011, 02:23:53 pm
Post by: TimO on 08 November, 2011, 02:27:14 pm
... (5 if you count Morphy). ...
Only if he can type with his paws!
Post by: Wowbagger on 08 November, 2011, 02:28:58 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 08 November, 2011, 02:32:26 pm
... (5 if you count Morphy). ...
Only if he can type with his paws!
Tim, about your cat cam. I have been looking at it periodically for some weeks now and haven't seen a cat. Am I doing something wrong?
Post by: CrinklyLion on 08 November, 2011, 07:30:46 pm
Post by: Pingu on 09 November, 2011, 02:05:38 pm
Post by: Jules on 11 November, 2011, 09:17:33 pm
http://www.londoncyclist.co.uk/secure/saturday-ride-visiting-ten-most-dangerous-junctions-comes-in-the-wake-of-boris-johnsons-negative-comments-towards-cyclists/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=subscriber&utm_campaign=flashride
Post by: clarion on 11 November, 2011, 09:20:06 pm
Post by: Ham on 12 November, 2011, 09:02:57 am
Shame I can't actually make the ride (I would have wanted to)
I see my perennial poppy is in evidence, too
Post by: Butterfly on 15 November, 2011, 09:25:08 am
This post may contain clues as to why I was kneeling on the b ck seat peering out of the window!
Post by: CrinklyLion on 15 November, 2011, 10:32:40 am
Post by: interzen on 15 November, 2011, 10:37:26 am
I spotted MFWMBAB's car. Obviously this wouldn't be news usually, but the mere idea of me actually recognising a car (I am of the 'ermmm.... wheel at all four corners and probably blue?' school of motor identification) is so frankly silly that I felt the need to record it.Yebbut if you know what to look for, his car is eminently recognisable even if he isn't driving it!
Post by: Adrian on 15 November, 2011, 11:51:31 pm
Just seen Adrian riding through Brixton. He overtook a Christiania trike behind the bus I'm on.
This post may contain clues as to why I was kneeling on the b ck seat peering out of the window!
You should have banged on the glass.
Post by: Thing2 on 16 November, 2011, 06:52:15 am
Emma
Post by: tiermat on 16 November, 2011, 07:19:52 am
I spotted someone on the A217 on Monday morning (about ten past 7, by the Sutton Life Centre), wearing an orange yacf top. I've no idea who it was though!
Emma
Wasn't Ham again was it? He doesn't half get about a bit and that might be the sort of area he would be in at that time of the morning.
Post by: Ham on 16 November, 2011, 02:29:07 pm
Post by: jellied on 17 November, 2011, 07:45:29 am
Post by: hellymedic on 17 November, 2011, 12:37:24 pm
Hellymedic at that there London Cycling Campaign AGM.and speshact and Philip Benstead...
Post by: jellied on 17 November, 2011, 12:59:04 pm
Hellymedic at that there London Cycling Campaign AGM.and speshact and Philip Benstead...
Indeed - an AGM would not be the same without the Benstead.
Post by: hellymedic on 17 November, 2011, 01:24:17 pm
Hellymedic at that there London Cycling Campaign AGM.and speshact and Philip Benstead...
Indeed - an AGM would not be the same without the Benstead.
I think I've been in four such meetings in the past fortnight <please find me a yawn smiley>
Post by: Ham on 18 November, 2011, 07:46:54 pm
At the Bow killing fields.
If you haven't yet, write to the Mayor http://lcc.org.uk/articles/please-take-20-seconds-to-tell-the-mayor-of-london-cyclists-need-a-safe-bow-roundabout
Post by: Redlight on 18 November, 2011, 09:06:21 pm
Post by: jogler on 18 November, 2011, 09:13:34 pm
Post by: Kim on 18 November, 2011, 09:20:23 pm
A Crinkly Lion & two cubs in my lounge :thumbsup:
They brought CAKE, didn't they?
Post by: jogler on 18 November, 2011, 09:43:34 pm
No problem:there's plenty in stock :thumbsup:
Post by: Kim on 18 November, 2011, 10:25:21 pm
Post by: woollypigs on 18 November, 2011, 10:59:22 pm
:oYou haven't been at chez Joger's have you?
Post by: Salvatore on 19 November, 2011, 04:02:20 pm
Post by: jogler on 19 November, 2011, 09:26:10 pm
Post by: Gandalf on 20 November, 2011, 03:48:21 pm
I spotted someone on the A217 on Monday morning (about ten past 7, by the Sutton Life Centre), wearing an orange yacf top. I've no idea who it was though!
Emma
That would have definitely been me. I live very nearby.
Post by: Peter on 20 November, 2011, 06:10:59 pm
I also encountered a former pupil of mine, training to be a station-master, which was nice, especially as neither of us lives closer than 10 miles to Bury!
Post by: Andrew Br on 20 November, 2011, 06:31:16 pm
I recognised him because he was wearing cycling gear. And he had a pint in his hand :)
clad as he was in Milk Tray-delivering balaclava or other form of headgear.
I was glad of the hat; it was cold at both ends of the day !
Nice to see you again Peter. I may be on the Winter Sostice 200k in December.
Emphasis on the "may" ;)
Post by: TimO on 20 November, 2011, 09:59:26 pm
Tim, about your cat cam. I have been looking at it periodically for some weeks now and haven't seen a cat. Am I doing something wrong?
Only when Zev feels like being on camera! Sometimes she'll sleep on camera, but it seems to depend on how the mood takes her, and in the summer at least, if there's a nice warm sunny spot in view of the camera.
I normally set the feeder to open at 1pm and 7pm, so you'll likely see her around then or very shortly thereafter. I'm sure she's worked out that the noise of the motor means food!
I'd get a second camera to replace the duff one, but she's going to the vets to be checked over whether it's time to have her spayed on Thursday. If that's OK then she'll go in for the operation shortly thereafter, and then once she's OK to be let out (presumably I'll have to let the wound from the operation heal) she'll no longer need to be closed in the room, so even less likely to be spotted on camera!
I may see if I can weatherproof the camera in some fashion, and put it on the cat flap, so you'll at least see the odd shot of a cat leaving or arriving!
Of course in the context of Forumite spotting, Kai and Zev probably don't count any more than Morphy does!
Post by: jogler on 20 November, 2011, 10:17:37 pm
Post by: Wendy on 25 November, 2011, 08:04:38 am
Post by: her_welshness on 25 November, 2011, 12:29:24 pm
Her_Welshness by the Oval last night, we got to ride home together for the first half of my commute. Fanks, that was fun! You're a good rider, and I felt super comfortable riding with you.
Right back at you Wendy :thumbsup: Hope to see you out there soon!
Post by: interzen on 26 November, 2011, 10:53:28 am
Only a possible, mind, as I was on a passing bus and I don't know anyone round here who rides a red fixed with tri-bars and a big gear.
(alternatively, I could be talking crap ;) )
Post by: clarion on 27 November, 2011, 12:18:57 pm
I don't think I'll be commuting to Oxford for breakfast on a regular basis.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 27 November, 2011, 02:55:16 pm
I did think it was quite funny when all the trophy winners were lined up for a photo, and I looked at them all, and realised that I've fed cake to probably more than half of them. I think this is quite an achievement, to say I've never yet actually officially volunteered at an Audax control!
Post by: hellymedic on 27 November, 2011, 06:03:58 pm
I spotted a plenty of forumites at the racecourse centre yesterday. It was particularly lovely to get to meet Helly, and to finally meet Ernst and Mrs Ernst who I should have met on the scottish camping trip had inconvenient Real Life stuff not got in the way.
I did think it was quite funny when all the trophy winners were lined up for a photo, and I looked at them all, and realised that I've fed cake to probably more than half of them. I think this is quite an achievement, to say I've never yet actually officially volunteered at an Audax control!
I sat with HK, chatted with LWaB, met CrinklyLion and boab, saw lots of assasin, arabella, marcus, MattH, AndyH, teethgrinder ernst & Mrs e, Peter ESL and too many other AUKs of this parish to mention.
Post by: AndyH on 28 November, 2011, 12:06:04 am
Post by: Butterfly on 29 November, 2011, 10:48:21 am
Post by: TimO on 29 November, 2011, 11:55:36 am
Unfortunately she went off at a right angle to my direction of travel, otherwise I would have briefly chatted before continuing on with my way into work.
Post by: Butterfly on 29 November, 2011, 03:18:00 pm
... and I spotted a Butterfly with one of her charges, less obvious when I'm watching the approaching junction, but a cry of "Tim" from her helped a lot!I wouldn't want to risk infecting you - that particular charge has had the vomiting lurgy which is why we were wandering the streets instead of at a toddler group :(.
Unfortunately she went off at a right angle to my direction of travel, otherwise I would have briefly chatted before continuing on with my way into work.
Post by: clarion on 29 November, 2011, 04:12:39 pm
Post by: PaulR on 04 December, 2011, 11:31:54 am
Post by: Jurek on 04 December, 2011, 02:43:20 pm
As I was up a stepladder painting yeaterday I spied someone who looked just like Jurek riding past. It can't have been him, of course, as he's been told by his doctor he's not allowed out on a bike. ???
It was, and I shouldn't have.
Meh! (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=10.msg1108540#msg1108540) >:(
Post by: Ham on 04 December, 2011, 06:27:13 pm
There was also Gloucester Old Spot chez Oscar's Dad.
Found lots of spots to drink, too. Lots of yacfers there, nobody got that spotted.
Post by: Kim on 04 December, 2011, 11:08:09 pm
http://www.birminghamcyclist.com/photo/extreme-machine
Post by: Moose57 on 04 December, 2011, 11:11:26 pm
Post by: PaulR on 05 December, 2011, 09:36:16 am
Jurek - I did espy some out of saddle riding and wondered. I'm so sorry that things aren't sorted yet and really hope they take a turn for the better soonest.
I've finished painting now and am truly sick of it.
Post by: Jurek on 06 December, 2011, 03:11:03 pm
In my kitchen.
Drinking tea.
:thumbsup:
Post by: clarion on 06 December, 2011, 06:17:33 pm
In his kitchen.
Serving tea.
:thumbsup:
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 06 December, 2011, 09:38:20 pm
Post by: Jurek on 07 December, 2011, 11:19:42 am
On Blackfriars Bridge.
On page six of the current London Cyclist.
Post by: Andrij on 07 December, 2011, 11:34:02 am
Andrij.
On Blackfriars Bridge.
On page six of the current London Cyclist.
Ooh! Hope they got me from my good side. 8)
Post by: clarion on 07 December, 2011, 08:24:24 pm
Post by: clarion on 07 December, 2011, 08:31:04 pm
Quote
One of the most distinctive of the world's mass cycle rides is the annual Dunwich Dynamo from Hackney in east London to Dunwich, a village on the Suffolk coast. The 193km (120mile) run takes place overnight (hence the name) on the Saturday in July closest to the full moon. The first ride, organised by bike messengers riding fixed wheel machines, took place in 1993 and the ride has steadily been attracting more participants ever since. Around 1,000 - including at least one penny farthing rider - now take part, relishing the ride's non-competitive nature, the beautiful site of the bunch's lights passing through the rural darkness, and the promise of an early morning dip in the sea at the end.
Post by: Andrij on 08 December, 2011, 06:47:36 pm
Andrij.
On Blackfriars Bridge.
On page six of the current London Cyclist.
I dub thee Jurek Eagle-eye. If you hadn't mentioned it I probably would not have even spotted myself.
Post by: Jurek on 08 December, 2011, 06:55:55 pm
Andrij.
On Blackfriars Bridge.
On page six of the current London Cyclist.
I dub thee Jurek Eagle-eye. If you hadn't mentioned it I probably would not have even spotted myself.
Yeah!
Mr. Attention-to-detail-but-miss-the-bigger-picture, here ::-).
It can be scary.
Post by: Wendy on 10 December, 2011, 07:22:06 pm
Post by: Snakehips on 11 December, 2011, 05:58:41 pm
Post by: tiermat on 11 December, 2011, 06:20:16 pm
Then the same in a pub, having lunch.
Once again at our house, drinking coffee.
Then at church for Christingle.
Back at our house for coffee
then finally heading down the road back to the wrong side of the pennines.
Post by: Wendy on 11 December, 2011, 06:32:22 pm
As I looked glumly out of the side window of the no. 65 bus near Ealing Broadway early this afternoon (don't ask) I saw two people on what appeared to be a recumbent tandem trike , the sort of thing that yacfers might ride. No idea who it was though.
Teamonster perhaps? It'd be a red greenspeed trike.
Post by: Torslanda on 13 December, 2011, 09:45:55 pm
Torslanda, on a train with Mrs Torslanda and the little ones. And Santa(who, I believe, is NOT a forumite)
Then the same in a pub, having lunch.
Once again at our house, drinking coffee.
Then at church for Christingle.
Back at our house for coffee
then finally heading down the road back to the wrong side of the pennines.
Oops! Kind of forgot to reciprocate. (I'm blaming it on being dazzled by the condition and indeed the actual existence of a certain bike frame ::-) )
An excellent day all round and la famille Tiermat are excellent peeps who live in the one of the nicest places in the country.
Speaking personally, Christingle was difficult. Little Donkey and Away in a Manger were such a part of Christmas for my dad that hearing the music had a profound effect that took me somewhat by surprise. So much so that I don't think I can go to a carol service again, at least for the forseeable future.
Post by: Jurek on 14 December, 2011, 08:51:30 pm
Verrrrrrrrrryyyyyy occasionally of this parish.
In her flat.
To assist with recently-acquired-bed fettling.
Those of you in the cheap seats, please keep it to yourselves.
M'kay ;).
Post by: teamonster on 14 December, 2011, 09:31:56 pm
As I looked glumly out of the side window of the no. 65 bus near Ealing Broadway early this afternoon (don't ask) I saw two people on what appeared to be a recumbent tandem trike , the sort of thing that yacfers might ride. No idea who it was though.
Teamonster perhaps? It'd be a red greenspeed trike.
Guilty as charged, unless there's another recumbent tandem Trike in the Ealing area ! We'd just been on a short spin trying to get some miles in before Xmas. I'm the pilot and Darkeyes who also comes on the forum occasionally is the stoker
Post by: jellied on 15 December, 2011, 07:38:09 am
As I looked glumly out of the side window of the no. 65 bus near Ealing Broadway early this afternoon (don't ask) I saw two people on what appeared to be a recumbent tandem trike , the sort of thing that yacfers might ride. No idea who it was though.If they were of a certain age that would be the most excellent Peter Mynors and his charming wife on either their Pino or Periscop. Quite how anyone can justify having two recumbent tandems is beyond me, but when I grow up I want to be Peter Mynors.
Post by: teamonster on 15 December, 2011, 12:15:26 pm
Post by: Jurek on 17 December, 2011, 04:28:47 pm
In my local cafe.
For some greasy spoon nom goodness. :thumbsup:
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 21 December, 2011, 12:53:51 pm
I presume it was hers. Brooks saddle and tape, dyno hub, marathon winter tyres.
Post by: tiermat on 21 December, 2011, 01:53:17 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 21 December, 2011, 10:00:56 pm
Post by: Karla on 21 December, 2011, 10:19:00 pm
Mrs Phil's Luath in York
I presume it was hers. Brooks saddle and tape, dyno hub, marathon winter tyres.
Did I see you on Millennium Bridge recently, or was that some other gent with similar hair?
Post by: Jurek on 23 December, 2011, 10:39:58 am
Locked up outside Mr.Sainsbury's emporium of toothy comestibles.
Unfortunately, as I had only just come out of
Post by: jogler on 24 December, 2011, 07:01:48 pm
Post by: Valiant on 25 December, 2011, 06:44:30 am
Post by: Andrew Br on 26 December, 2011, 04:15:00 pm
Considering that you're new to this recumbering TEC, you looked very much in control. Jon and I admired your elegant re-start after you'd stopped to say hello :thumbsup:
Need I say that I'd noticed the bike before the rider........................ :-[
Post by: Wowbagger on 26 December, 2011, 08:26:11 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 29 December, 2011, 05:03:05 pm
Post by: Titan on 29 December, 2011, 06:03:49 pm
Post by: jogler on 01 January, 2012, 12:20:45 pm
'twas an easy spot: in the living room of the Gordy Gaff.
Post by: clarion on 01 January, 2012, 02:05:00 pm
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 01 January, 2012, 02:23:11 pm
Yeah that was me. Didn't recognise you until you called out - and I was already sailing past. You were nattily dressed in tweed, I seem to recall. Very suitable Bunburying outfit.Mrs Phil's Luath in York
I presume it was hers. Brooks saddle and tape, dyno hub, marathon winter tyres.
Did I see you on Millennium Bridge recently, or was that some other gent with similar hair?
Post by: Karla on 01 January, 2012, 03:25:17 pm
Did I see you on Millennium Bridge recently, or was that some other gent with similar hair?Yeah that was me. Didn't recognise you until you called out - and I was already sailing past. You were nattily dressed in tweed, I seem to recall. Very suitable Bunburying outfit.
Not tweed, it's a Royal Marines jacket from an army surplus sale. Anyway, I'll remember to wear it next time I go Bunburying :thumbsup:
Post by: Simonb on 02 January, 2012, 07:09:50 pm
Post by: citoyen on 02 January, 2012, 07:23:54 pm
Tbh, I think the right way/wrong way thing isn't set in stone - the routes are more for guidance and most people seem to just go whichever way they please hither and thither. Which is fine really. Though while heading for the rear exit, after I left you, I did have words with a large group of dog walkers who were taking up the full width of the tarmac track despite the many "No walking on the tarmac track" signs everywhere. The twerps.
Anyway, we must do that again some time.
d.
Post by: Redlight on 03 January, 2012, 09:54:10 pm
Post by: Jurek on 06 January, 2012, 09:32:11 pm
Teethgrinder, mmmmartin, Tigerrrr and of course, Joff himself, and I know there will have been others, but I struggle with recognition when it's not dark and they're not in Lycra or Hi-viz.
Joff gave good ripping yarns and tales of derring-do almost without pausing for breath - I can't help but feel that story-wise, we were treated to just the tip of the iceberg :thumbsup:
Post by: Andrew Br on 08 January, 2012, 09:46:12 pm
I'm not sure if I also saw another forummer in the park, Canardly ? Cycled through and then back again ? Second left on this photo from the Monsall Tunnels ride:-
(http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm63/rower40/Wow2Peaks/PICT0926.jpg)
Post by: her_welshness on 09 January, 2012, 07:30:00 pm
Post by: Jurek on 10 January, 2012, 09:22:02 am
Spotted the lovely Jurek at New Cross this evening as I was cycling home to Lewisham parts. It is great to see you back on the bicycle sir :thumbsup:
Sorry you got little more than a flying 'Hello!' I was on a mission.
Post by: PaulR on 14 January, 2012, 10:22:21 am
Post by: Ham on 14 January, 2012, 07:40:56 pm
Post by: jogler on 15 January, 2012, 12:23:42 pm
Tonycollinet
Jethro
Blade
Johnbouy
Crumblingnick
Tigerbitten
Basil
Butterfly
TGL ( a veryvery nice bike that )
Clarion
Rowan
Kim
Barakta
Diver 300 (exceedingly briefly)
& maybe one or two others whose names escaped me or I've forgotten :-[
Post by: clarion on 19 January, 2012, 12:32:25 pm
Post by: Andrij on 21 January, 2012, 07:52:57 pm
* The less said about the organisation of the event the better.
Post by: Jurek on 21 January, 2012, 10:35:33 pm
Jane, NSTN, Rob (close enough) and Jurek at the LCC 'Go Dutch' photo-shoot* this afternoon.
* The less said about the organisation of the event the better.
You (and your bike) looked totally dapper Andrij.
One might even say that Jasper needs to sharpen his act :P
Not really
EDIT - Akshully NTSN looked so utterly at one with her sit up bike, it defies belief. That bike is so Laura.
Post by: rower40 on 22 January, 2012, 11:05:07 am
EDIT - Akshully NTSN looked so utterly at one with her sit up bike, it defies belief. That bike is so Laura.Useless without photos...
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 22 January, 2012, 11:18:35 am
A photo will be forthcoming if LCC are a) organized enough to email me the photo they took and b) actually send me the correct photo and not someone else's ::-) At the moment I'm not holding my breath, given the chaos that presided yesterday.
(For those who don't know, the deal was you let them take a professional photo of you & your bike to use in their Go Dutch campaign, and in return they gave you a copy)
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 24 January, 2012, 11:13:21 am
Post by: iddu on 25 January, 2012, 09:03:36 am
Post by: CrinklyLion on 26 January, 2012, 06:28:31 pm
About 2pm I spotted a VC167 going through Wheldrake, as I was waiting for a bus. He turned off up the lane to Escrick. That's my normal Friday commute route, which I miss greatly and probably won't be able to do any more because of Life'n'Stuff getting in the way... Git! ;)
Post by: Arch on 26 January, 2012, 07:03:50 pm
Post by: tonyh on 27 January, 2012, 10:01:52 am
One tonyh, twiddlin' en-route to Northleach
... and I did spot one iddu beside a road near Highworth, but presumed he was a hallucination prompted by
(a) my addled state (must learn to relax more, and pay attention to the real world)
(b) having passed through iddu-ville an hour or so earlier
(c) being on a bit of the Poor Student 200, recently organised BY iddu (thanks again)
(d) the imminent need to climb a very small hill.
In-head conversation for the rest of the ride:
"Hang on, that really WAS iddu, with a cheery greeting and enquiry about what I was up to..."
"Imagination playing tricks again, just keep going..."
Very sorry I was "asleep", iddu. Silly to miss such a strange opportunity to stop and say hello.
Thanks for posting. And for being wide awake! I hope your day was going ok.
Post by: Feanor on 28 January, 2012, 08:14:32 pm
Post by: Phil on 01 February, 2012, 11:11:02 am
Post by: Riggers on 01 February, 2012, 11:16:46 am
A Charlotte at the bike show, rather taken aback by my declamation of "I claim my five pounds". She didn't give it to me.
:thumbsup:
Had you prefaced it with: "I am lobby Ludd…" I think all would have been clear for Chocolate.
Post by: clarion on 01 February, 2012, 11:27:57 am
Post by: Valiant on 01 February, 2012, 09:42:48 pm
Valiant plus his latest creation this morning on the Commercial road. Looks good!
Damnit you beat me to it. Had a great day :)
Post by: CrinklyLion on 06 February, 2012, 01:52:01 am
Post by: Arch on 08 February, 2012, 09:11:27 pm
CL and I were both less than impressed with the icy conditions underfoot, I think.
Post by: Wendy on 09 February, 2012, 07:32:51 am
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 09 February, 2012, 06:57:56 pm
https://twitter.com/#!/markbikeslondon/status/167676289321414656/photo/1
Post by: Feline on 09 February, 2012, 07:01:28 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 09 February, 2012, 07:34:03 pm
Or whatever it was...
Post by: clarion on 09 February, 2012, 08:23:51 pm
Jurek on the front cover of the LCC mag!
https://twitter.com/#!/markbikeslondon/status/167676289321414656/photo/1
Do we know anyone else there?
As I was standing outside Apex Cycles in Clapham, I saw a lone rider on a Charge Plug zooming up towards the Common. It took me a moment, but I'd know that riding style anywhere. Never saw his face, but it was Origamist.
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 09 February, 2012, 08:32:22 pm
Me and Rob are on the LCC home page and the petition page, which is nice.
Post by: Jurek on 09 February, 2012, 08:35:03 pm
I only went along for the ride, but *someone*, in their wisdom, put my name on the list.
Post by: mike on 09 February, 2012, 08:36:07 pm
(no offence to anyone vertically challenged)
(yes julian, I'm talking about you ;D)
Post by: Jurek on 09 February, 2012, 08:39:44 pm
is jurek really that small? he looks about half the size of everyone else!! :)
No. I'm far away.
And HUGE
Post by: mike on 09 February, 2012, 08:42:28 pm
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 09 February, 2012, 10:02:21 pm
is jurek really that small? he looks about half the size of everyone else!! :)
No. I'm far away.
And HUGE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vbd3E6tK2U
;D
Post by: Feline on 09 February, 2012, 11:06:19 pm
Don't tell them about the ritual sacrifice to ward off the ice demon!
Or whatever it was...
You must mean your initiation ceremony at the Three Shires Stones
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/cuzdostones.jpg)
Getting down was a bit of a problem:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/cuzdo3.jpg)
Post by: Redlight on 10 February, 2012, 09:37:57 pm
I did, however, mis-hear her greeting of "Redlight" as a warning that my rear light had gone out! Doh.
We both wanted to be at the memorial ride but it was just too b----y cold. Even at 6.00 I couldn't feel my fingers despite having on two pairs of gloves.
Post by: Jurek on 10 February, 2012, 09:44:15 pm
We both wanted to be at the memorial ride but it was just too b----y cold. Even at 6.00 I couldn't feel my fingers despite having on two pairs of gloves.
Don't be hard on yourself RL.
I had every intention of attending the ride - but the temp. was just too cold.
Post by: her_welshness on 10 February, 2012, 09:51:42 pm
Nice to encounter Her Welshness on the way home tonight.
I did, however, mis-hear her greeting of "Redlight" as a warning that my rear light had gone out! Doh.
We both wanted to be at the memorial ride but it was just too b----y cold. Even at 6.00 I couldn't feel my fingers despite having on two pairs of gloves.
It was great to see you too Redlight and to swap tips about keeping our bits warm :o
As much as we both wanted to attend to stick around for 2 hours and ride very slowly would be torture in this weather :-[
Post by: Wendy on 10 February, 2012, 09:56:32 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3Fk1SQZYuI
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 10 February, 2012, 10:14:36 pm
Ummm... I must point out, in case people get the wrong idea, that... the bike in the photo is not mine. No bike of mine would ever stay so white! (and that's why I'd never get a white bike in the first place)Don't tell them about the ritual sacrifice to ward off the ice demon!
Or whatever it was...
You must mean your initiation ceremony at the Three Shires Stones
I didn't realise you'd actually taken photos!
Post by: Valiant on 13 February, 2012, 03:50:21 am
Post by: Pedaldog. on 13 February, 2012, 08:54:22 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 14 February, 2012, 12:57:16 am
I've sent you a couple of links to MTB-sized Schwalbe tyres and I'm having a look at some properties near where we discussed. Watch your inbox.
luv'n'stuff
J
Post by: iddu on 15 February, 2012, 04:56:17 pm
Post by: Redlight on 16 February, 2012, 10:23:35 pm
Post by: sg37409 on 17 February, 2012, 09:01:52 am
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 21 February, 2012, 09:09:47 pm
Post by: Andyf on 22 February, 2012, 07:30:30 am
Post by: Ham on 22 February, 2012, 09:29:05 pm
Hmmm think I remember looking at the bike, can't say I remember who was on it. Were you one of the annoying gaggle coming into New Oxford Street? ;-)
The only one I really remember round there this morning was the guy who decided it would be a good idea to go to the inside of a bus before the Gower Street junction, just as the lights changed :facepalm:
Post by: hellymedic on 24 February, 2012, 06:53:54 pm
Post by: Andyf on 24 February, 2012, 09:52:03 pm
That'll be moiself, for sure
Hmmm think I remember looking at the bike, can't say I remember who was on it. Were you one of the annoying gaggle coming into New Oxford Street? ;-)
The only one I really remember round there this morning was the guy who decided it would be a good idea to go to the inside of a bus before the Gower Street junction, just as the lights changed :facepalm:
No, it was just before the turn off before Tottenham court rd, we where on the right side of the bus before the traffic light turned green
Post by: Tim Hall on 25 February, 2012, 07:00:42 pm
tqt.
H!TFD!
Pisip, it gets everywhere.
Meanwhilst, I reckon I saw Life of Brian today, heading East on the B2037, approaching Keepers Corner, wot is on the FNRTTC route. Leastways I think it was him. Fassa Bortolo kit anyway. (checks member list. Blimey, he's been quite for a while)
Post by: Bledlow on 25 February, 2012, 07:21:20 pm
Plus, no doubt, others, all unknowing.
[Edit]Having seen Bikey Mikey's photo, I now know which was which. I definitely spotted him. Beard & hair. :thumbsup: And thanks to posts from ChrisJ & Ladyvet, I can add him to the list, & know who she was. I rode with ChrisJ to the start, after a chance meeting in South Reading, & saw Ladyvet on the road & at the end.
Post by: Jurek on 26 February, 2012, 08:10:46 pm
Good to see you Regulator.
Post by: Simonb on 26 February, 2012, 08:23:51 pm
Post by: David Martin on 28 February, 2012, 03:53:32 pm
Post by: PaulR on 01 March, 2012, 09:13:15 am
Post by: clarion on 01 March, 2012, 09:30:21 am
Wish you'd shouted, though I wouldn't have done a skid ;)
Post by: Andyf on 02 March, 2012, 08:57:04 am
Post by: jogler on 02 March, 2012, 06:30:08 pm
Post by: eck on 02 March, 2012, 06:48:44 pm
Post by: Feanor on 02 March, 2012, 07:28:18 pm
Feanor, was that you approaching Clatterin' Bridge about 4.30 this afternoon? I was making my way home to Kirrie from Turra, inna car though.
Oh Yes indeedy.
Up into the murky low cloud.
Shame I couldn't have cycled yesterday instead.
With a bloody rucksack, because a bunch of deliveries for me arrived on a cycling day, and I needed to get them home...
Post by: itsbruce on 03 March, 2012, 12:18:09 pm
Post by: clarion on 03 March, 2012, 03:34:36 pm
Post by: Adam on 03 March, 2012, 03:52:22 pm
Post by: Dinamo on 04 March, 2012, 07:56:27 pm
Respect to him for being out in those conditions.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 04 March, 2012, 09:18:19 pm
Post by: Panoramix on 04 March, 2012, 10:17:23 pm
Panoramix climbing from Wick up to Lansdown in heavy rain/sleet.
Respect to him for being out in those conditions.
That was me indeed, I am starting to realise how foolish I was to enter the mille Alba so I tend to go out on Sundays morning in quest of steep hills as I've lost my climbing legs. That's my short circuit which is cycle path -> A420 -> Wick -> Lansdown -> Bath -> Bitton via A431 and home. The medium version goes toward Bathampton and the long one goes to Colerne. When I left Bristol the weather was only a bit wet and TBH the sleet in Lansdown surprised me if I had anticipated it I would have gone toward Wales! I don't know if you know the lanes in the countryside North of Bath but there are nice places with steep lanes I didn't know of there.
Unfortunately I couldn't do the Gospel Pass which I wish I had done especially knowing that so many people I know were there.
Post by: Karla on 04 March, 2012, 10:21:38 pm
I think I saw a Bunbury haring down Lawrence street when I was walking home from the chippy earlier today, at around Cub teatime. Looked like his bike, anyway, from the brief glimpse I caught as he disappeared towards Hull road!
I may just be losing my mind but I don't remember going as far as Lawrence Street today, sorry!
Post by: fuzzy on 05 March, 2012, 07:47:03 am
Post by: matthew on 05 March, 2012, 09:08:48 am
Post by: Ham on 05 March, 2012, 03:04:15 pm
Not unless Paris Nice has move to South America!!
I have heard it is a little chile in Paris at the moment.
Post by: fuzzy on 05 March, 2012, 04:10:33 pm
Not unless Paris Nice has move to South America!!
That'll be a no then ;)
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 05 March, 2012, 07:12:09 pm
Post by: Paul Rainbow on 05 March, 2012, 10:25:39 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 05 March, 2012, 10:32:27 pm
Post by: alexb on 07 March, 2012, 04:19:10 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 07 March, 2012, 06:35:28 pm
Post by: Karla on 07 March, 2012, 06:50:37 pm
Bunbury, waiting at the lights on hospital fields road, as I turned right into it. I think.
Yes, you got me this time. I didn't spot you, so well done.
Post by: alexb on 08 March, 2012, 10:04:42 am
Saw Little Miss Mac this morning. First time I've seen her for ages!
and again this morning, although she didn't spot me this time.
Post by: clarion on 08 March, 2012, 11:15:09 am
Post by: little miss mac on 08 March, 2012, 11:19:24 am
She's normally a blur...
;D
Didn't spot you today, alex... but Wascally Weasel found me this morning and we had a nice ride in together. Don't see anyone for ages, then three spots in one week!
Post by: clarion on 08 March, 2012, 11:21:36 am
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 08 March, 2012, 11:26:15 am
Post by: alexb on 08 March, 2012, 02:20:14 pm
I rarely see LMM even though we share about 5-6 miles of our route, as she tends to get to work before me and leave later than me, was nice to have a wee chat firs thing, especially as this is my first proper week back commuting since January.
Saw you both in Battersea Park this morning.
I was riding at right angles to you and you were just clearing the gate entrance to the Park, so unless you had both looked to your right as you came through the gate, you wouldn't have spotted me anyway!
Nice socks Alex!
Post by: Valiant on 09 March, 2012, 02:00:10 am
Post by: eck on 09 March, 2012, 10:21:41 pm
Post by: jogler on 09 March, 2012, 10:24:23 pm
Post by: Feanor on 09 March, 2012, 10:37:22 pm
feanor, again: t'was I who flashed you from the blue Honda Jazz, as you were just starting the descent of the Cairn o'Mount this afternoon. This secret training for the Snow Roads is quite unsporting don'cha know? :hand:
Yes, I thought that was you :-)
I vaguely managed a feeble wave before we passed.
I wasn't training, I was 'just riding home from work'. I didn't go fast. Honest. Actually, that's true, it was quite windy.
Am I going to have to do a punishment exercise for my bridies?
Like getting to the top, and having to go back down to the Clatterin Brig and do it again?
You prolly didn't spot this, but I had some new chain-rings ty-wrapped to the frame, up at the front between the head-tube / down-tube /top-tube.
These had been delivered to my work, and I needed to get them home.
They were too big to fit in any pockets, so I hung them from the frame in an alarming way that would have been pointy-metal-in-the-legs gruesome if I'd come off.
Post by: TimC on 10 March, 2012, 12:42:13 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 10 March, 2012, 02:16:46 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 11 March, 2012, 09:33:58 am
Post by: Adrian on 11 March, 2012, 10:33:05 am
Being blind as a bat, I didn't noticeAre you sure that you should say this sort of thing?
Post by: bloomers100 on 11 March, 2012, 05:12:13 pm
Saw Bloomers100 running down East Hill in Colchester as part of the half marathon. Well, he saw me and hailed me, he was just one of a sea of sweaty-looking runners. I was a sweaty-looking cyclist going uphill the other way.
Haha saw AH looking serene as usual plugging her way up east Hill. That was the easy bit for me.
I've been wined and dined since then, and been in a hot tub so happy days. ;D
Post by: L CC on 11 March, 2012, 06:41:46 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 12 March, 2012, 04:50:44 pm
Sossidge n mash for lunch before a rapid descent down the hill where NOTHING HAPPENED. Great day out, now looking forward to France.
NOTHING to see here, back to your lives, citizens . . .
Post by: RichForrest on 12 March, 2012, 06:18:05 pm
Rich Forrest and Miss Silverback, in the CrinklyDen! They broke off from their wander round the walls to pop in for a coffee :thumbsup: Although I failed totally by having no caik in the house :(
Great day for a walk around York, and as you weren't far from the wall it was rude not too ;D
Post by: eck on 13 March, 2012, 05:34:14 pm
PS, if anyone has a right to wear a polka-dot jersey, it's got to be someone who commutes over that road. 8)
Post by: Feanor on 13 March, 2012, 05:44:59 pm
Re: the jersey... It was delivered to my work this morning, and what better way to get it home than to wear it!
Post by: Andrij on 13 March, 2012, 07:25:21 pm
Post by: clarion on 13 March, 2012, 07:27:52 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 15 March, 2012, 08:29:52 pm
Post by: Feanor on 15 March, 2012, 09:07:45 pm
Went from click-click to clickety-groan to groan-groan to sound of broken bolts over the course of 3.35k.
Inspection at top reveals a fair bit of wiggle in the BB axle.
Gently ride for the remainder of the way home.
So fettling required tomorrow.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 18 March, 2012, 03:44:27 pm
Post by: artyfaharty on 19 March, 2012, 09:20:10 am
Post by: Kim on 20 March, 2012, 06:25:04 pm
Any takers?
Post by: Andrij on 21 March, 2012, 11:35:20 pm
Post by: Kim on 22 March, 2012, 03:29:54 pm
Someone who may not be of this parish, onna bike, wearing a helmet, spotted me just now at the bottom of King[']s Heath and shouted "Hey Kim!".
One of the Birmingham Cyclist people (http://www.birminghamcyclist.com/forum/topics/forumite-spotting?commentId=3004025%3AComment%3A62199) has owned up to the deed. (Where I've now started a highly derivative forumite spotting thread of its own.)
Post by: CrinklyLion on 23 March, 2012, 07:28:09 pm
Except I didn't clock it was her (because I was distracted by a couple of free-roaming hounds at the time) until she was just about past me, so didn't say hello.
*waves a belated Hello!*
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 23 March, 2012, 07:36:19 pm
Phantasmagoriana, towing a trailer, and going the opposite way to me on the river path.
Except I didn't clock it was her (because I was distracted by a couple of free-roaming hounds at the time) until she was just about past me, so didn't say hello.
*waves a belated Hello!*
Didn't see you either - belated hello!
Post by: Kim on 23 March, 2012, 08:28:37 pm
Post by: clarion on 24 March, 2012, 07:12:00 am
Post by: CrinklyLion on 28 March, 2012, 08:20:32 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 28 March, 2012, 09:41:15 pm
Post by: Arch on 28 March, 2012, 09:45:49 pm
Oh - and Arch, both when we were on the way to school and when we were on the way home again. It must be h'officially Spring, she had the fast bike out :)
;D
It's not so fast, under me, but it does contain red, so must be faster then the (blue and yellow) winter bike. ;)
Post by: tiermat on 29 March, 2012, 03:10:59 pm
*Do forumites do anything else in my kitchen?
Post by: CrinklyLion on 29 March, 2012, 04:08:39 pm
Post by: Aidan on 29 March, 2012, 05:00:18 pm
But I think you must be hallucinating ;D
Post by: tiermat on 29 March, 2012, 05:01:51 pm
Post by: Adrian on 29 March, 2012, 08:43:25 pm
Post by: clarion on 29 March, 2012, 10:29:53 pm
Post by: hulver on 02 April, 2012, 10:28:32 am
Post by: CrinklyLion on 02 April, 2012, 10:31:11 am
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 02 April, 2012, 10:55:02 am
Post by: jogler on 02 April, 2012, 06:08:11 pm
On Sunday I spotted Kim & Andrewc
Post by: Redlight on 02 April, 2012, 08:45:04 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 02 April, 2012, 10:05:30 pm
Post by: Adrian on 03 April, 2012, 11:18:20 pm
Gattopardo, who brought us cake.Coals to Newcastle?
Post by: CrinklyLion on 07 April, 2012, 02:43:36 pm
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 10 April, 2012, 02:40:44 pm
Seen yesterday; Jes, picking up Burple the Purple, the gorgeous Longstaff trike. Very nice to catch up with someone from the Arrow, post event.
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 10 April, 2012, 02:44:49 pm
Post by: Riggers on 10 April, 2012, 04:03:06 pm
Post by: L CC on 13 April, 2012, 11:05:56 am
We were both camoflaged in non cycling attire, and I'm in the extra disguise of glasses, so didn't recognise each other until (at least in my case) after I'd passed her. Darn! I haven't seen the pixie'd one for ages, it'd've been nice to catch up.
Post by: jogler on 14 April, 2012, 10:24:55 pm
Post by: Bledlow on 15 April, 2012, 06:04:28 pm
I spotted Cardiac from Reading all the way to the start, a few times on the way round, & at the end. I'd spotted him many times before, over many years, without realising, because he didn't tell me he was Cardiac until today.
Post by: little miss mac on 19 April, 2012, 09:37:05 pm
Chap heading west along the Embankment and turning right onto Northumberland Ave at probably 9am-ish, wearing a long sleeve orange yacf jersey and riding a brown Langster. I spotted him from the left hand filter lights onto Northumberland Ave from the eastbound Embankment (I am almost the only cyclist in the world who stops at that red light).
WHO ARE YOU?!
Post by: rogerzilla on 19 April, 2012, 09:40:39 pm
Post by: Redlight on 19 April, 2012, 09:48:35 pm
Gobsmacked this morning to see my first ever yacf-jersey-in-the-wild spot, and I don't know who it was.
Chap heading west along the Embankment and turning right onto Northumberland Ave at probably 9am-ish, wearing a long sleeve orange yacf jersey and riding a brown Langster. I spotted him from the left hand filter lights onto Northumberland Ave from the eastbound Embankment (I am almost the only cyclist in the world who stops at that red light).
WHO ARE YOU?!
That would be me, late for work. I work near Trafalgar Square so most days I either take the Embankment from Southwark Bridge or come through Elephant & Castle over Westminster Bridge and up Whitehall.
Shout hello next time and I'll stop :-)
Post by: little miss mac on 19 April, 2012, 09:55:36 pm
I work on the Strand but park my bike at our offices by Embankment tube. That junction is probably the only one we'd ever cross paths, unless I spy you turning right into Whitehall while I'm waiting in Parliament Sq to go up towards Westminster Bridge. I'll shout if I see you again :)
Roger, was that your guess??
Post by: Redlight on 19 April, 2012, 10:09:35 pm
Post by: Bledlow on 19 April, 2012, 10:22:18 pm
Phil D. On a back road just south of Benson this evening. I was on the return leg of a DIY 200 to Winchester and back and I guess he was just commuting home.Probably. AFAIK he sometimes catches the train (well, he used to when I used to: our paths often crossed at Reading station), & sometimes cycles, & when the latter, might throw in a little loop.
Post by: Redlight on 20 April, 2012, 12:50:57 pm
A great pleasure to meet Notsototalnewbie on Southwark Bridge this morning.
(PS is it worth me posting my planned route home tonight so people can plan theirs accordingly so that they get to see me? I'll be leaving the office at about 6.15.....)
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 20 April, 2012, 02:39:05 pm
Very nice to meet you too!
I do so need a YACF sticker for my mudguard, as I'm usually in civvies when pottering around London on the Dutch bike so don't tend to be wearing the buff or jersey.
Post by: Wowbagger on 20 April, 2012, 04:09:15 pm
We were also spotted, it seems, by Mr. & Mrs. Rig of Jarkness in a café in Castle Douglas a few days previously but sadly they didn't make themselves known to us.
Post by: Jurek on 20 April, 2012, 07:40:09 pm
Civilities were exchanged...
Me, on my way to Blythe Hill to take in the evening light.
(Managed to winch myself up onto Blythe Hill on fixed... Gonna have to give Canonbie Road a go, sometime soon. It'd be rude not to)
But, BOY!!! Has it got cold out there since the thunder and the hail!!!
I hope the Friday nighters manage to stay warm....
Post by: jogler on 20 April, 2012, 08:37:00 pm
twas great 8)
Post by: Redlight on 20 April, 2012, 10:00:01 pm
I do so need a YACF sticker for my mudguard, as I'm usually in civvies when pottering around London on the Dutch bike so don't tend to be wearing the buff or jersey.
Yes, I spotted the LCC sticker but didn't want to say anything as I went past in case I startled you (I need to get a bell if I'm going to carry on using that bit of CS7). But I was thinking that I need to get some new LCC stickers for each of the bikes. I'll also go off searching in Office Reception for YACF stickers now that I've been alerted to their existence :-)
I am always impressed by people who can cycle in civvies and still look pristine. I just get hot and sticky, even on the hire bikes.
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 20 April, 2012, 10:28:15 pm
I do so need a YACF sticker for my mudguard, as I'm usually in civvies when pottering around London on the Dutch bike so don't tend to be wearing the buff or jersey.
Yes, I spotted the LCC sticker but didn't want to say anything as I went past in case I startled you (I need to get a bell if I'm going to carry on using that bit of CS7). But I was thinking that I need to get some new LCC stickers for each of the bikes. I'll also go off searching in Office Reception for YACF stickers now that I've been alerted to their existence :-)
I am always impressed by people who can cycle in civvies and still look pristine. I just get hot and sticky, even on the hire bikes.
Oops no I don't believe YACF stickers do exist, didn't mean to suggest they did. Just that I needed this hypothetical sticker. LCC will send you new stickers if you email them though.
It's only 4 miles from Stockwell to Moorgate, and even less on my usual route to Westminster so I manage by going very slowly. 4/5 miles is my limit for civvies.
Post by: Jurek on 28 April, 2012, 02:52:48 pm
Post by: mike on 28 April, 2012, 02:56:29 pm
Andrij here (http://lcc.org.uk/pages/the-big-ride)
damn, he got there quick! Was he on a ridiculous bicycle?
Post by: Jurek on 28 April, 2012, 02:58:05 pm
Andrij here (http://lcc.org.uk/pages/the-big-ride)
damn, he got there quick! Was he on a ridiculous bicycle?
Do you mean one with rather small wheels? ;)
Or the one with large wheels he's standing next to at the top of that page?
Post by: Andrij on 28 April, 2012, 10:20:21 pm
Andrij here (http://lcc.org.uk/pages/the-big-ride)
damn, he got there quick! Was he on a ridiculous bicycle?
That was probably around the time I arrived at the pub. The bike I was on wasn't ridiculous, but I won't comment on the load on the back of the bike...
Post by: Jurek on 29 April, 2012, 06:11:01 am
......... but I won't comment on the load on the back of the bike...
I did see that in the photo and wonder....
Post by: jogler on 29 April, 2012, 02:35:46 pm
Crinklylion
Butterfly
Clarion
TGL
Chocolatebike
Aiden
Kim
Julian
Crinklyuncle
mcshroom
slowcoach
& a few others whose names now escape me :-[
Post by: Jurek on 29 April, 2012, 02:56:38 pm
Charlotte,
Notsototalnewbie
and myself (Can I spot myself? Is that allowed?) in the first picture on LCC's page here (http://lcc.org.uk/articles/10-000-brave-the-rain-to-tell-politicians-london-is-ready-for-a-dutch-style-cycling-revolution).
Post by: fuzzy on 30 April, 2012, 09:39:16 am
Post by: RJ on 30 April, 2012, 01:40:12 pm
And 3000 like-minded folk (http://pedalonparliament.org/wow/)
Post by: Steph on 01 May, 2012, 02:18:02 am
Yesterday evening, Steph on the tellybox :thumbsup:
That Sky programme?
Post by: clarion on 01 May, 2012, 09:05:55 am
Post by: fuzzy on 01 May, 2012, 11:33:51 am
Yesterday evening, Steph on the tellybox :thumbsup:
That Sky programme?
I can't remember what channel but it was the Customs programme.
Post by: RW on 02 May, 2012, 02:00:01 pm
Post by: RW on 02 May, 2012, 02:02:10 pm
Post by: Andrij on 03 May, 2012, 08:36:47 am
Post by: Redlight on 03 May, 2012, 11:23:05 am
I had a brief encounter with Philip Benstead on Victoria Street this morning. He was photographing a road accident, but fortunately there was no cyclist involved.
seems like an interesting hobby ;)
Post by: Aidan on 03 May, 2012, 12:00:48 pm
Yesterday...
Crinklylion
Butterfly
Clarion
TGL
ChocolatebikeAidenAidan
Kim
Julian
CrinklyuncleAiden( VC167)Sleepy
mcshroom
slowcoach
& a few others whose names now escape me :-[
FTFY ;)
I spotted all the same people + Jogler ;D
Post by: jogler on 03 May, 2012, 12:03:27 pm
Post by: hatler on 03 May, 2012, 04:12:07 pm
This morning near Forest Gate: Hatler following close behind His Leggship on their final recce of the route for Friday night's Southend ride.Gah ! You beat me to it.
Post by: Jurek on 03 May, 2012, 07:15:02 pm
I shouted, to no apparent avail.
Oh! And also clocked Handbag on the same stretch of road.
Post by: her_welshness on 03 May, 2012, 07:35:48 pm
I'm pretty sure I spotted Her_Welshness as I waited at a red light to cross Camberwell New Road.
Ahh I didn't see you love - I was probably looking cross at all the numpty cyclists around there ;)
Post by: clarion on 03 May, 2012, 08:18:39 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 04 May, 2012, 01:06:39 am
He, apparently, recognised the bike (it wasn't my pub bike ;) ) and he came over to say hello when I was leaving.
Good to meet you Dan; we've got a regular Thursday night ride from Chorlton CH so please come along when you're able to :thumbsup:
Post by: PaulR on 04 May, 2012, 07:35:20 am
But I have justed spotted you fixeh skidding past as I was sewing buttons.
I spotted Peewit on the South Circ (I think - I can't actually remember - shocking isn't it?) on Tuesday night whilst I was heading for chez His Leggship.
I shouted, to no apparent avail.
Post by: Kim on 06 May, 2012, 09:14:19 pm
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 06 May, 2012, 10:10:52 pm
Tiermat, CL, CA, CU, Torslanda, Butterfly, Clarion, Crusty, Lindagordinho
At THoFC, for a very fine bbq
Post by: tiermat on 06 May, 2012, 11:38:10 pm
Ooh, lets see
Tiermat, CL, CA, CU, Torslanda, Butterfly, Clarion, Crusty, Lindagordinho
At THoFC, for a very fine bbq
Thankyou, very kind of you to say so, oddly enough I was just about to post I saw roughly the same people, plus Mrs & Mrs C in my back garden :) (plus, obviously TLD and Mrs T, plus the PURPLE bike of lovelyness :) )
Post by: Maverick on 07 May, 2012, 01:43:32 pm
Post by: itsbruce on 07 May, 2012, 05:48:31 pm
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7198/7152653729_3cedeb11e8_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/itsbruce/7152653729/in/set-72157629987472097)
Post by: Gandalf on 07 May, 2012, 09:16:51 pm
Post by: clarion on 07 May, 2012, 10:38:21 pm
Butterfly was solo on her loaded tandem. I was on my silly vintage bike.
You should have shouted us. :)
Post by: peliroja on 11 May, 2012, 04:34:49 am
Just seen this. No, Fuzzy, t'wasn't us! I'll tell Woolly he has (another) double.Not unless Paris Nice has move to South America!!
I have heard it is a little chile in Paris at the moment.
Post by: fuzzy on 11 May, 2012, 08:51:53 am
Post by: Ariadne on 12 May, 2012, 09:57:39 am
Post by: CrinklyLion on 12 May, 2012, 10:16:08 am
Although, thinking about it, Hulver could have been along there, and has a KoTM too iirc.
Ariadne - if you want to spot a several of forumites you could pop round the Den for tea this evening! I might even have made a cake by then.
Post by: LindaG on 12 May, 2012, 07:10:31 pm
Post by: clarion on 12 May, 2012, 10:45:23 pm
Post by: Jurek on 12 May, 2012, 11:22:52 pm
We're talking quality here, not just quantity.
Where do I collect my prize?
Post by: CrinklyLion on 13 May, 2012, 12:13:41 am
I may have fed most of them. A little bit.
Post by: rogerzilla on 13 May, 2012, 07:44:55 am
Post by: hulver on 13 May, 2012, 04:29:32 pm
We saw a YACF king of the mountains top on Gillygate, York this morning - no chance to say hi, but hello now!
Hi! *waves*
I think that would have been me. I was going along there at just after 9.
Post by: Steph on 13 May, 2012, 04:38:42 pm
Thing 1, Thing 2, Charlotte, Wowbagger, Clare (with tres funky boots!), Vern, Wascally Weasel, Tim Hall and HMQM, Steph, Notsototalnewbie, Dez, Kathy, Tim, Martin 109, Dasmoth, Emily, and probably a couple of others, in a pub off Red Lion Street.A few contenders here...
We're talking quality here, not just quantity.
Where do I collect my prize?
Post by: PaulF on 13 May, 2012, 04:40:42 pm
Post by: Simonb on 13 May, 2012, 04:58:10 pm
He didn't clock me though. :(
Post by: marcusjb on 13 May, 2012, 05:01:54 pm
Lunchtime today in Richmond park a tandem captain in an orange yacf top. Any takers?
Unless anyone else fesses up, that'll be myself and my lovely stoker Cass (NOTP).
Post by: Ariadne on 13 May, 2012, 06:39:28 pm
Hi! *waves*
I think that would have been me. I was going along there at just after 9.
Hello! We were heading to Georgina's for breakfast. It quite made my morning to see a YACF top!
Ariadne - if you want to spot a several of forumites you could pop round the Den for tea this evening! I might even have made a cake by then.
And thank you, that's a lovely offer! But we're back home in Edinburgh now - we had been on a wee tour round the area: Beverley, Bridlington, Scarborough... lovely. And somehow got NO RAIN at all while cycling. I'm not sure how we did it, but it was great!
(Editing this to add that I see the offer was for yesterday! But we got the 1135 train home, so couldn't have made it anyway!)
Post by: PaulF on 13 May, 2012, 06:48:46 pm
Lunchtime today in Richmond park a tandem captain in an orange yacf top. Any takers?
Unless anyone else fesses up, that'll be myself and my lovely stoker Cass (NOTP).
Sorry I didn't say hello. I was shepherding riders through on the Stroke Association ride and by the time I'd recognised the top it was too late.
EDIT Sorry I somehow momentarily (OK an hour plus :facepalm:) managed to rename the thread.
EDIT 2 on the same ride I also saw a Clarion jersey, but I don't think I was our Clarion, or if it was he was ignoring me!
Post by: Butterfly on 14 May, 2012, 01:30:07 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 14 May, 2012, 02:56:42 pm
Post by: citoyen on 14 May, 2012, 03:03:15 pm
"Dave!" at speed to citoyen while I was racing today. :thumbsup:
He didn't clock me though. :(
I heard the shout but didn't register that it was aimed at me - it's just too weird having a racer call your name from the peloton when you're standing watching at the side of the road!
Plus you were all whizzing past far too quickly for me to recognise individual faces.
d.
Post by: PaulF on 14 May, 2012, 06:02:57 pm
There was a chap in the red, yellow and mauve :sick: Clarion Jersey at Herne Hill yesterday who wasn't our clarion. :)
That could have been the same one that I saw
Post by: her_welshness on 14 May, 2012, 07:47:06 pm
Post by: clarion on 14 May, 2012, 08:46:23 pm
Post by: Canardly on 14 May, 2012, 08:49:02 pm
Post by: marcusjb on 15 May, 2012, 10:16:08 am
He turned into the back of Natural History Museum/Imperial - just as he turned, I spotted a YACF badge on the Carradice. Just too late for me to shout hello.
Hello!
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 15 May, 2012, 10:56:09 am
Post by: interzen on 15 May, 2012, 06:05:04 pm
Post by: Jurek on 15 May, 2012, 08:46:41 pm
Was catching up with a chap on a black bike with green Carradice on a Bagman down Queens Gate just around 9am.
He turned into the back of Natural History Museum/Imperial - just as he turned, I spotted a YACF badge on the Carradice. Just too late for me to shout hello.
Hello!
alexb. At a guess.
Post by: little miss mac on 15 May, 2012, 09:52:07 pm
I seem to be getting a habit of seeing forumites in exactly this spot, but too late to shout hello...
Post by: itsbruce on 16 May, 2012, 09:05:58 am
Post by: clarion on 16 May, 2012, 09:09:01 am
Post by: itsbruce on 16 May, 2012, 09:16:43 am
Post by: alexb on 16 May, 2012, 11:20:34 am
Was catching up with a chap on a black bike with green Carradice on a Bagman down Queens Gate just around 9am.
He turned into the back of Natural History Museum/Imperial - just as he turned, I spotted a YACF badge on the Carradice. Just too late for me to shout hello.
Hello!
That was me.
What were you riding. I might have clocked you elsewhere, but not registered you.
Post by: marcusjb on 16 May, 2012, 11:58:08 am
Mainly around town, I am on a Brown Pompino with white mudguards - usually with two panniers. Audax sticker on mudguard and a mud flap with mudflap girl on (classy ;)).
I'm not a regular commuter as I work from home, but am often in town for meetings - usually riding along Ken High Street towards Knightsbridge or diving down Queens Gate into Belgravia or Chelsea.
Should put another YACF badge on my panniers to replace the one that fell off.
Post by: Phil on 16 May, 2012, 01:04:12 pm
Yesterday evening, at the south end of Northumberland Ave, I spotted Phil turning left onto the Embankment, wearing a nice green yacf jersey.
I seem to be getting a habit of seeing forumites in exactly this spot, but too late to shout hello...
Spotted! :D
I'll look out for you round there, since I go that way every evening.
Post by: clarion on 16 May, 2012, 01:09:45 pm
I did see itsbruce, gattopardo and his partner, and one other person in a yacf jersey, who I said 'Hello' to as he rode in, but didn't see again. Who was it?
Post by: orienteer on 16 May, 2012, 09:13:30 pm
Post by: Priddy on 18 May, 2012, 08:55:14 am
Post by: Riggers on 18 May, 2012, 10:29:04 am
Post by: Torslanda on 19 May, 2012, 04:55:16 pm
Post by: jogler on 20 May, 2012, 03:28:47 pm
Post by: clarion on 20 May, 2012, 06:32:27 pm
Post by: Wendy on 20 May, 2012, 07:00:50 pm
I came up behind him and made the standard loud comment on "That's a very dangerous vehicle to ride, no-one can see you there." to his amusement when I came up next to him on my lowracer. Then I promptly felt very bad indeed, since he'd just been hit by a car. Aggressive driver pushed up next to him at the lights and bent his right wheel, then the scunner didn't want to give insurance details.
Post by: Bledlow on 21 May, 2012, 12:35:32 pm
LadyVet (not identified at the time, just thought "she looks familiar") on Saturday, on the Whitchurch Cheese Toastie 100.
Post by: Butterfly on 21 May, 2012, 01:33:46 pm
Post by: TimO on 21 May, 2012, 01:37:54 pm
Tim O near Clapham Common this morning :). That was a nice surprise!
Indeed. :) :thumbsup:
In a decade of cycling in London, I think that's the third time I've unexpectedly met someone on my commute!
Post by: fuzzy on 22 May, 2012, 12:52:09 pm
Post by: Feline on 22 May, 2012, 07:34:24 pm
Post by: interzen on 22 May, 2012, 09:32:57 pm
Post by: jogler on 22 May, 2012, 09:51:38 pm
I spotted too many forumites to even list at the weekend!
must try harder :)
Post by: CrinklyLion on 22 May, 2012, 11:12:13 pm
Young Mr.Bunbury was spotted just now, although given that he'd come to pick up a rear rack it'd have been bloody amazing if I *hadn't* seen him ;)
I spotted him earlier too!
Post by: Karla on 22 May, 2012, 11:22:31 pm
Post by: Chris L on 23 May, 2012, 10:44:47 am
Post by: Ham on 24 May, 2012, 07:53:28 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 26 May, 2012, 09:49:30 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 26 May, 2012, 10:21:17 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 26 May, 2012, 10:49:48 pm
Post by: interzen on 27 May, 2012, 05:53:52 pm
Post by: Jaded on 27 May, 2012, 07:37:05 pm
Post by: PaulR on 28 May, 2012, 08:59:50 am
Post by: clarion on 28 May, 2012, 10:18:06 am
I have just been listening to Woman's Hour. There was a very interesting young lawyer on there. Knows her stuff. Communicates well. Should go far.
Post by: Wowbagger on 28 May, 2012, 10:19:48 am
Nice to see you.
I have just been listening to Woman's Hour. There was a very interesting young lawyer on there. Knows her stuff. Communicates well. Should go far.
Mrs. Wow spotted her too and drew my attention to the broadcast. I couldn't quite tell if she was wearing her YACF wig.
Post by: Basil on 28 May, 2012, 10:23:02 am
Post by: Julian on 28 May, 2012, 11:38:40 am
Post by: jogler on 28 May, 2012, 11:46:44 am
:thumbsup:
Post by: Polar Bear on 28 May, 2012, 11:48:55 am
Post by: Jurek on 28 May, 2012, 10:57:19 pm
Was it you we clocked on Sunday morning?
Town-bound, west of Ilford?
Three of us (Pippa, Adamski & self) around 08:30ish? Heading east.
Well?
Post by: Ham on 28 May, 2012, 11:37:46 pm
Ham.
Was it you we clocked on Sunday morning?
Town-bound, west of Ilford?
Three of us (Pippa, Adamski & self) around 08:30ish? Heading east.
Well?
Yes 'twas (or at least could well be), had on my black TdF-London shirt, white Kask skid lid astride a black marin. I was out taking pickchewers for m'blog and alternately in serious pootle-and-look-about or get-along mode. Where was I supposed to be? I hope I wasn't rude .....
Oh, and congrats on the re-saddling for commute, too.
Post by: Tigerrr on 29 May, 2012, 11:45:45 am
Post by: JJ on 30 May, 2012, 05:32:35 pm
I was momentarily dumbstruck, and was only able to point and say "Bah bah burble!" at the back of the rapidly disappearing extra-terrestrial, and unsurprisingly it didn't respond.
Post by: teamonster on 30 May, 2012, 07:51:18 pm
I saw a recumbent trike with a flag drafting a lorry down the uxbridge road at 30mph this morning. Who was that masked man spinning it?
It might have been my mate "darkeyes" he's been pulled by the police and warned for speeding down there before now ! Normally he has a Tibetan flag or a chequered formula one type flag depending which of his trikes he's on.
Post by: iddu on 30 May, 2012, 09:24:37 pm
On the A466, near Brockweir (Forest of Dean) someone in a Pink YACF shirt. Spotted by Miss Jaded whilst doing a Duke of Edinburgh award.
Ah, in amongst the eye candy, was she...was doing the "Sam Weller's Trip to Wochma" (another gorgeous Blacksheep excursion) for the RRTY
Post by: Butterfly on 30 May, 2012, 10:18:45 pm
Post by: Adrian on 30 May, 2012, 10:27:56 pm
We saw Adrian on the way up Brixton Hill this evening. That was nice :thumbsup:Indeed it was
Post by: clarion on 30 May, 2012, 10:34:10 pm
Post by: Valiant on 31 May, 2012, 02:28:59 am
Post by: clarion on 31 May, 2012, 07:22:09 pm
Joff Summerfield on touring with an Ordinary. :D
Post by: TimO on 31 May, 2012, 08:44:25 pm
I saw a recumbent trike with a flag drafting a lorry down the uxbridge road at 30mph this morning. Who was that masked man spinning it?It might have been my mate "darkeyes" he's been pulled by the police and warned for speeding down there before now ! ...
Interesting lack of knowledge by the police then. In most of the UK it's not possible to be charged with speeding when using a cycle, since the speed limits apply to motor vehicles. They'd have to attempt to charge you with something like cycling without due care and attention, which is going to be a lot more interesting in court.
(One of the exceptions is Richmond Park, where the 20mph speed is covered by a byelaw which relates to all vehicles).
Post by: teamonster on 31 May, 2012, 10:18:26 pm
Interesting lack of knowledge by the police then. In most of the UK it's not possible to be charged with speeding when using a cycle, since the speed limits apply to motor vehicles. They'd have to attempt to charge you with something like cycling without due care and attention, which is going to be a lot more interesting in court.
To be fair to the police, I don't think they threatened to charge him, they pointed out the speed he was doing and were of the opinion it was too fast. Had they know he is also registered as blind, they might have been even more concerned !
Post by: Jurek on 02 June, 2012, 04:57:05 pm
Then the same trio, plus NSTN's +1 on page 25 of the same organ.
Is it me, or does the front cover of that issue - the shot of all the cyclists along Piccadilly - look like it has been 'shopped to within an inch of it's life?
Why might that have been necessary? As I recall the road was rammed with cyclists anyway - why tamper with the image?
And make it look like an image that has been tampered with?
Post by: clarion on 02 June, 2012, 05:01:24 pm
And Butterfly spotted you.
Post by: Cunobelin on 03 June, 2012, 08:39:16 pm
Manotea in my basement :demon:
Why does that sound incredibly sinister?
Post by: PaulF on 03 June, 2012, 08:56:19 pm
Charlotte, NSTN and m'self (does that count?) On page 4 of June / July issue of London Cyclist.
Then the same trio, plus NSTN's +1 on page 24 of the same organ.
Confused??? Page 4 of my copy has is a advert for Lezyne pumps. Which if it is really who you say is not confusing but downright scary :) and half the people on page 24 are under 10 :D
Post by: LindaG on 03 June, 2012, 09:05:21 pm
We talked a lot about cycling.
Post by: Jurek on 04 June, 2012, 01:24:36 pm
Charlotte, NSTN and m'self (does that count?) On page 4 of June / July issue of London Cyclist.
Then the same trio, plus NSTN's +1 on page 24 of the same organ.
Confused??? Page 4 of my copy has is a advert for Lezyne pumps. Which if it is really who you say is not confusing but downright scary :) and half the people on page 24 are under 10 :D
No idea whatsoever as to what was going on there in my branes, PaulF.
Pages 6 and 25 are what I had in mind.
Original post duly corrected.
Post by: jogler on 04 June, 2012, 09:53:03 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 04 June, 2012, 09:55:22 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 05 June, 2012, 09:08:55 pm
Post by: clarion on 05 June, 2012, 10:26:46 pm
I went to his home town, and he was away for the weekend :-[
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 06 June, 2012, 12:27:28 am
Deniece in Stratford St Mary today.And Denephew? :)
Post by: citoyen on 06 June, 2012, 07:29:23 pm
Not Citoyen. :(
I went to his home town, and he was away for the weekend :-[
Sorry! But let me know next time you're heading down this way and I'll get the tea and cake in.
Who was it I saw in Brockley tonight? Pale top, looked like a Pompino. Whoever it was called out my name but I was already past the turning and couldn't stop easily cos a car was behind me. I pulled over and looked round but you'd already moved on. Sorry I didn't recognise you - I'm very bad at faces.
d.
Post by: Jurek on 06 June, 2012, 07:31:09 pm
If it was him it will have been a good spot, given that I think I've only met him the once, and that was about four years ago, and that was on a FNRttC, in the dark, to Shoreham-by-Sea. I think.
But I seem to recall him extolling the virtues of his newly acquired Felt bike - which tonight's spot was riding.
To which there was a Carradice of some sort attached....
Heh!
X-post :P
It was I on a Pompino.
Post by: citoyen on 06 June, 2012, 08:25:08 pm
But I seem to recall him extolling the virtues of his newly acquired Felt bike - which tonight's spot was riding.
Not that new any more!
Quote
It was I on a Pompino.
Hello!
Do you pass through that way often? I'm often going through there at about the same time most evenings so I'll look out for you.
d.
Post by: Feline on 06 June, 2012, 08:28:40 pm
We all did Panoramix's Forest of Dean ride, which although wet was a great ride with good pub stops and a decent amount of climbing :thumbsup:
Post by: Jurek on 06 June, 2012, 08:30:30 pm
Do you pass through that way often?
And Hello to you :)
I live about 5 minutes away from there, so yeah, it's part of my commute home rather than the one to work.
Post by: interzen on 06 June, 2012, 09:29:06 pm
tiermat zooming back up Tadcaster Road in a station-ward direction about, ooh, 20 minutes ago :)
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 07 June, 2012, 06:14:45 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 07 June, 2012, 10:22:47 pm
Post by: Feline on 07 June, 2012, 11:01:02 pm
Post by: Panoramix on 08 June, 2012, 12:30:30 pm
Today I spotted Panoramix in the centre of Bristol (didn't get chance to chat to him because the local newspaper were taking our picture at the time) and also Dinamo who was on the same ride as me. It was the 30th anniverserary of Bristol Thursday Oldtime Cyclists and so we were doing a celebratory ride from central Bristol to Bath. I was on the back of a 1948 yellow Claud Butler tandem :thumbsup:
I was on my way to my shared office as noisy children were about to mak an appearance in the house!
I think that the photographer was wondering why I was wandering in front of him. Sorry to Dinamo for not spotting him (and a belated hello!) but you were quite a few!
The tandem was very nice indeed.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 08 June, 2012, 12:34:53 pm
Post by: clarion on 08 June, 2012, 07:39:51 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 09 June, 2012, 03:26:15 pm
Post by: interzen on 09 June, 2012, 04:08:40 pm
Arch + colleague, in Beryl the Yellow Peril, spotted when I nipped out to theI saw Arch earlier on when I was dropping off a load of proto-belts1 at St. Nicks.audax control24 hour garage over the road for some milk.
We had a nice little chat and I took a photograph of her engagement ring - it's fair to say that there probably isn't another one like it! We might also have talked about titanium jubilee clips too :)
1 - ie. old tyres
Post by: Jurek on 09 June, 2012, 10:57:54 pm
It was very close.
Watching the blur that was their legs made my knees turn away.
Post by: jogler on 10 June, 2012, 12:03:57 am
We both knew the other was in the Peaks today but a coincidental meeting made my day :smug:
Post by: Arch on 10 June, 2012, 02:32:16 pm
Arch + colleague, in Beryl the Yellow Peril, spotted when I nipped out to theI saw Arch earlier on when I was dropping off a load of proto-belts1 at St. Nicks.audax control24 hour garage over the road for some milk.
We had a nice little chat and I took a photograph of her engagement ring - it's fair to say that there probably isn't another one like it! We might also have talked about titanium jubilee clips too :)
1 - ie. old tyres
it was nice to see you - apologies for having to go and be briefed, cutting short our chat. And thank you, both for the tyres, and the very nice best wishes.
I couldn't carry them home yesterday, but I'll get your protobelt home in the week and start work on it. :thumbsup:
Post by: bloomers100 on 12 June, 2012, 08:56:59 pm
Post by: clarion on 12 June, 2012, 09:15:55 pm
I saw Origamist at Balham. I was very surprised to have come up behind him, but he kept 50m up on me all the way to Tooting Bec. I couldn't tell which bike he was on, but I suspect it was the Plug.
Shortly thereafter, I saw a chap trackstanding on a blue Touche. He had a helmet cam, and a rearward facing cam. I thought it might be Gaz, but I passed him on Upper Tooting Road and left him way behind. Gaz is pretty fast, so it must have been someone else. :(
Edit: Yes, it was Gaz, but he was a bit below par.
Post by: L CC on 15 June, 2012, 07:32:01 pm
Who's that then?
Post by: Andyf on 16 June, 2012, 02:29:36 pm
Post by: Salvatore on 16 June, 2012, 03:11:23 pm
Post by: jogler on 16 June, 2012, 05:54:40 pm
Post by: pdm on 17 June, 2012, 06:13:10 pm
I spy a yacf jersey p38 of the latest Tandem Club newsletter.
Who's that then?
That is my SO, Jennifer....
HERE (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=12029.msg1034181#msg1034181) is another view of the jersey in question... (Continental version with the arrows the wrong way)
Post by: CarlF on 17 June, 2012, 08:22:15 pm
Came back and took a look at the thread on here, and yes, I think it was xrtim.
(Leaving Perth, heading in the direction of Scone, Coupar Angus, Meigle, Forfar etc. about half an hour / 45 mins ago?)
Post by: rower40 on 18 June, 2012, 07:10:15 am
For a sneaky Saturday Lunchtime drink (or two?) in a pubbe in That London. With a shocking dearth of bikes in attendance.
Post by: Bledlow on 18 June, 2012, 02:29:57 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 18 June, 2012, 06:41:57 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 18 June, 2012, 07:05:47 pm
Post by: Kim on 18 June, 2012, 07:12:58 pm
Hopefully next weekend will prove more fruitful...
Post by: Jurek on 19 June, 2012, 07:45:38 pm
When questioned as to how she recognised me (she was behind me, I on a bike she'd not previously seen me on) h_w maintained it was by my legs :o :o :o.
*Shocked*
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 19 June, 2012, 10:27:45 pm
A very entertaining chat it was too :) Audax directions home worked well!
Post by: itsbruce on 19 June, 2012, 11:26:00 pm
Post by: Fixedwheelnut on 20 June, 2012, 08:46:43 am
Fixedwheelnut, who had dropped into the LFGSS South East drinks. Nice to see you again.
And you Sir ;D :thumbsup:
Post by: clarion on 20 June, 2012, 10:47:36 am
There were two tandems and four solos locked around a tree. Shame that, for logistical reasons, there weren't another two tandems :(
The Pikes' tandem, in particular, seemed quite wobbly as it set off home. As did the Wascallybike. I think a good time was had. ;D
All of us spotted a Mr Boothby Graffoe who, while not a cyclist (as far as I know), is bloody funny.
Post by: Ian H on 20 June, 2012, 12:23:13 pm
All of us spotted a Mr Boothby Graffoe who, while not a cyclist (as far as I know), is bloody funny.
I know it well. (http://goo.gl/maps/LbgZ)
Post by: clarion on 20 June, 2012, 12:35:15 pm
Mr Graffoe himself, btw, is not a Yellowbelly, but hails from Hull.
Post by: hellymedic on 22 June, 2012, 05:58:44 pm
Yacf was mentioned in the longest speech.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 23 June, 2012, 08:39:37 pm
Post by: Valiant on 24 June, 2012, 02:45:03 pm
Post by: Jurek on 24 June, 2012, 03:04:31 pm
Lot's and lots of red, including the chain - but with straight bars - and I thought you ran drops.
Post by: Valiant on 24 June, 2012, 04:21:16 pm
Post by: Adam on 24 June, 2012, 04:53:03 pm
Post by: Ham on 24 June, 2012, 10:29:59 pm
Post by: clarion on 24 June, 2012, 10:39:49 pm
A secret, one sided spot of Clarion and Butterfly just now on the 16:45 Sutton bound train in Blackfriars station. I was walking down the other platform to reach the bike area of the train on the north-bound train and saw them on the train on the other side.
Ha! Very good. TGL was there, too, but he had his jacket on, so you might not have recognised him.
Post by: Wowbagger on 24 June, 2012, 10:58:02 pm
Post by: Ham on 25 June, 2012, 10:49:15 am
http://blog.brooksengland.com/wps/brooks-at-the-2012-london-nocturne/
Post by: clarion on 25 June, 2012, 10:52:32 am
Kat Jungnickel (not otp but well-known) and Joff Summerfield in the second (and third in Joff's case)
Post by: PaulR on 25 June, 2012, 12:57:23 pm
Post by: Kim on 25 June, 2012, 07:09:28 pm
Zillions of 'em, at the rally, although like last year I managed to miss Ara. Wowbagger, Clarion, Butterfly, TGL, Kim, Andrewc, Steph, David Martin+young'un, Regulator, Tomsk, Phantasmagoriana, Luke, MrCharly, MsCharly, CrinklyAuntie, CrinklyUncle.... and I'm sure I've forgotten one or two. Sorry!
Yup, all of those, and I managed to spot an arabella auditorily (they'd retreated to their sleeping bags by the time I emerged from mine), which I'm not sure if it counts. Plus a CrinklyLion, a pair of cubs, a markg0vbr and a littlewheel. And minus a Kim, obviously.
And I got spotted by MsCharly on the Fulford road on Sunday evening.
ETA: Oh yes, and what I assume to be Beryl The Yellow Peril (which I'm sure counts as an honorary forumite) while leaving the CrinklyDen on Monday Morning.
Post by: PaulR on 26 June, 2012, 09:50:04 am
Post by: Jurek on 26 June, 2012, 11:14:55 pm
and this morning's Jurek spot was a bit further from his den, crossing the Auld Kent Road and waving at a dozy PaulR,Frantic waving just about caught your gaze :P
Wholly unaware of the 'slogging up the Sydenham Road on Saturday' - I was out - but was it I?
Terry Waite is equally unaware of shampoo and conditioner in one bottle - he continues to take two into the shower.
C'est la vie.
Post by: clarion on 28 June, 2012, 10:24:39 am
Nice to see familiar faces among the sea of commuters.
Post by: Chris L on 28 June, 2012, 01:12:57 pm
Post by: clarion on 28 June, 2012, 01:15:19 pm
Post by: peliroja on 29 June, 2012, 08:26:52 am
Post by: tiermat on 02 July, 2012, 03:22:58 pm
I have a feeling there are a LOT of stories to hear.....
Post by: clarion on 02 July, 2012, 03:30:16 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 02 July, 2012, 11:09:34 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 03 July, 2012, 01:03:13 pm
Post by: Karla on 03 July, 2012, 01:04:50 pm
Post by: Redlight on 06 July, 2012, 11:02:05 pm
Post by: Ham on 06 July, 2012, 11:10:19 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 07 July, 2012, 04:26:55 pm
Post by: PaulR on 09 July, 2012, 10:01:27 am
Also, admittedly not spotted by me but by my elder son: Valiant doing the sound at a gig in Limehouse Town Hall.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 09 July, 2012, 02:13:33 pm
Post by: Arch on 09 July, 2012, 05:34:09 pm
Stopped for a chat, and SmallestCub and I compared bikes, which have a lot of similarities - red and grey colours, silver mudguards. I have a bell shaped like a teapot, but he has a (much cooler of course) Dennis the Menace sticker. He also told me he'd ridden 9, and before that he'd ridden 7, which which is much more than I have recently, assuming he means anything more than yards....
Post by: Andrij on 09 July, 2012, 06:32:34 pm
Post by: Valiant on 10 July, 2012, 03:41:49 am
Also, admittedly not spotted by me but by my elder son: Valiant doing the sound at a gig in Limehouse Town Hall.Ah, was he a performer or just watching? How did he know it was I?
Valiant around 17:30 on Turner's Road, heading toward Limehouse. I gave a shout, but wasn't heard.
Ah sowie! Earphones in. I thought I heard something and did glance around but you must have been beyond my vision. What were you doing on the back streets of Bow then?
Post by: Andrij on 10 July, 2012, 10:27:33 am
Valiant around 17:30 on Turner's Road, heading toward Limehouse. I gave a shout, but wasn't heard.
Ah sowie! Earphones in. I thought I heard something and did glance around but you must have been beyond my vision. What were you doing on the back streets of Bow then?
There may have been a white van between us when you glanced. In general, I've been commuting more on back streets, but I use that particular route when I grab a NorrisBike for my commute.
Post by: PaulR on 10 July, 2012, 06:24:06 pm
Also, admittedly not spotted by me but by my elder son: Valiant doing the sound at a gig in Limehouse Town Hall.Ah, was he a performer or just watching? How did he know it was I?
He'd mentioned he was going to the gig there and I said "Oh, I think Valiant off of the internets has been doing some work there" and he then said "I see from fartbook that your mate off the internets is going to be there" and then he said "Actually that Valiant chap is doing the sound".
Do you happen to know what happened to John Wall? Son was expecting him to be performing - was he v v late or not there at all?
Post by: Julian on 10 July, 2012, 08:28:46 pm
Post by: Jurek on 10 July, 2012, 08:49:49 pm
Also, admittedly not spotted by me but by my elder son: Valiant doing the sound at a gig in Limehouse Town Hall.Ah, was he a performer or just watching? How did he know it was I?
He'd mentioned he was going to the gig there and I said "Oh, I think Valiant off of the internets has been doing some work there" and he then said "I see from fartbook that your mate off the internets is going to be there" and then he said "Actually that Valiant chap is doing the sound".
Do you happen to know what happened to John Wall? Son was expecting him to be performing - was he v v late or not there at all?
Spotted, and was spotted by your two eldest at lunchtime today as I made my way to Forest Hill Station.
They acknowledged.
Does it count if they're off-forum?
Post by: bloomers100 on 10 July, 2012, 09:31:45 pm
Post by: Valiant on 10 July, 2012, 11:20:11 pm
Also, admittedly not spotted by me but by my elder son: Valiant doing the sound at a gig in Limehouse Town Hall.Ah, was he a performer or just watching? How did he know it was I?
He'd mentioned he was going to the gig there and I said "Oh, I think Valiant off of the internets has been doing some work there" and he then said "I see from fartbook that your mate off the internets is going to be there" and then he said "Actually that Valiant chap is doing the sound".
Do you happen to know what happened to John Wall? Son was expecting him to be performing - was he v v late or not there at all?
John was taken ill in the afternoon sadly. Which is a shame as I always like his performances.
Post by: rower40 on 15 July, 2012, 06:09:57 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 15 July, 2012, 06:16:54 pm
Post by: Dinamo on 15 July, 2012, 08:04:44 pm
Dinamo and Mini Dinamo at Carnivelo. Actually I didn't spot them but was spotted, I would have gone right past without noticing them if Dinamo had not called out and grabbed my arm!
Good to see you Cudzo !
Perhaps I should get a brighter YACF jersey and maybe one for Mini Dinamo ???
Post by: CrinklyLion on 15 July, 2012, 11:20:22 pm
That international jetsetter Deano, loading two (!) bikes onto the Trans-Pennine Express train from which we (tiptop and I) were alighting, at Northallerton station, a couple of hours ago
That there Deano, attempting to unload 2 bikes on platform five at York station while a load of blithering idiots tried to get on the train at the same time as people were disembarking, concluding an extended YACF collaborative courier mission to acquire a bike for my mate Mim.
He then got introduced to my eldest sister (who we met completely by accident as she and her sprogs where heading for a train back south) and, following a bit of a bike ride, my elder sister (source of very many entertaining pet-related anecdotes) and re-introduced to Granny Annie who fed us freshly baked cheese scones and Sunday lunch for tea and sent us on our way.
Last seen disappearing into the distance at some speed heading away from Stamford Bridge, when I realised that if he stuck to CrinklyPace he'd probably miss his train and sent him on his way with a supply of cheese scones.
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 17 July, 2012, 01:57:46 pm
The green looks good. But mini sizes are a very good idea, I reckon.Dinamo and Mini Dinamo at Carnivelo. Actually I didn't spot them but was spotted, I would have gone right past without noticing them if Dinamo had not called out and grabbed my arm!
Good to see you Cudzo !
Perhaps I should get a brighter YACF jersey and maybe one for Mini Dinamo ???
Post by: Arch on 17 July, 2012, 09:24:05 pm
Post by: jogler on 20 July, 2012, 10:34:39 am
Post by: CrinklyLion on 20 July, 2012, 04:21:19 pm
Post by: Tigerrr on 20 July, 2012, 04:22:13 pm
Post by: Redlight on 20 July, 2012, 08:02:08 pm
Post by: Arch on 20 July, 2012, 08:54:44 pm
Arch, on her way to work as I was on my way to work, yesterday.
This, but vice versa!
Post by: valkyrie on 21 July, 2012, 04:50:29 pm
Post by: Redlight on 21 July, 2012, 08:10:54 pm
Wandering through the small French town of Loche today I bumped into John Spooner, aka Salvatore. He'd just finished a Belgian 1200, had cycled down to the Loire for the start of the Massif Central 1200 and once he's done that he's cycling from here to Milan to do the Mille Miglia. Then he's cycling home again. Makes me think I need to get on my bike a bit more!
As reported by John on Twitter :-)
Post by: CrinklyLion on 21 July, 2012, 09:16:19 pm
'Cos, like, popping by on the off-chance is what you do when you live a 6 or so hour drive away :D
(OK, he actually had a reason to be an hour or two east of here and was, more or less, passing on his way home. But it made me laugh when I answered the door!)
Post by: Kim on 22 July, 2012, 02:00:07 pm
Post by: Basil on 22 July, 2012, 03:06:56 pm
Shocked, I was. Kim, ace fettler and molisher with a non-functioning door bell?
"Can't be." I thought to myself. "it's prolly linked through a 'puter and that camera I can see in the front window and doing some sort of Barakta friendly silent notification complete with facial recognition and everyfink.
Nah, It just doesn't work. :-)
Post by: Kim on 22 July, 2012, 03:14:48 pm
Think the switch could do with a bit of contact cleaner. Or the whole lot chucking in the bin and replacing with some good old-fashioned wires.
Post by: jogler on 22 July, 2012, 04:31:26 pm
Eck
Y Lee G
Exit Stage Left
Bodach
Toby
chrisn
Ian Hennessey
mattc
MattH
climber russ
other "names" who may or may not be of this parish?
Heather Swift
Pippa Wheeler
Denise Hirst
George Berwick
Steve Abraham
Post by: Ham on 22 July, 2012, 07:28:18 pm
Post by: Wendy on 22 July, 2012, 11:10:04 pm
Post by: hellymedic on 23 July, 2012, 06:10:06 pm
Post by: matthew on 23 July, 2012, 07:17:07 pm
other "names" who may or may not be of this parish?aka Teethgrinder
Steve Abraham
Post by: clarion on 25 July, 2012, 01:52:10 pm
Post by: jogler on 25 July, 2012, 02:40:06 pm
spotting by proxy ;D
ETA
glad that your surgery does not prevent your contributions here :thumbsup:
Post by: CrinklyLion on 26 July, 2012, 08:29:28 pm
(http://a8.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/292494_10151040124336839_1804117730_n.jpg)
Post by: CrinklyLion on 27 July, 2012, 04:56:23 pm
Post by: Basil on 28 July, 2012, 01:12:32 pm
Zero.
Post by: Basil on 28 July, 2012, 01:58:38 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 28 July, 2012, 03:36:31 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 28 July, 2012, 06:24:58 pm
Post by: Wendy on 01 August, 2012, 09:43:37 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 01 August, 2012, 11:31:12 pm
Post by: Feline on 02 August, 2012, 09:43:56 pm
Post by: Feanor on 03 August, 2012, 12:01:49 pm
Many cyclists out and about, including one Mrs Pingu near Fettercairn.
Post by: Ian H on 03 August, 2012, 01:07:50 pm
Spotted AndyC and Flat earth bob. They are at the next table in the restaurant on the ferry to St Malo also on there way to Niort for the Sem Fed. They are cheating though since they have a car with them :o
Say hello to the old bugger, and Bob. You might ask Bob when he changed his name from 'Half-wheel' to 'Flat Earth'. I seem to recall him being presented with a half-wheel trophy somewhen.
Post by: Mrs Pingu on 03 August, 2012, 09:31:19 pm
Late commute in today, for a bit of a half-dayat workforumming.
Many cyclists out and about, including one Mrs Pingu near Fettercairn.
FTFY :P
Post by: L CC on 03 August, 2012, 10:10:33 pm
You might ask Bob when he changed his name from 'Half-wheel' to 'Flat Earth'. I seem to recall him being presented with a half-wheel trophy somewhen.I believe our Deano is responsible for the flat earth nickname. Bob prefers Bob The Diesel. He's all torque.
Post by: Deano on 03 August, 2012, 10:17:25 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 04 August, 2012, 10:22:16 pm
Post by: teamonster on 05 August, 2012, 04:51:20 pm
Post by: Gandalf on 07 August, 2012, 12:51:07 pm
Post by: Feline on 07 August, 2012, 07:44:47 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 08 August, 2012, 09:05:08 pm
She brought us a great big gold medal-esque CAIK. Which has _proper_ lemon curd in it :smug:
Post by: jogler on 11 August, 2012, 07:22:24 pm
Luke
Frenchie
Kim
A Warwickshire Lad
Diver 300
Tiptop
Rower 40
chrisn
I feel sure I've missed someone:Cuddy Duck maybe?
Post by: Karla on 11 August, 2012, 07:36:08 pm
Post by: Feline on 11 August, 2012, 07:55:34 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 12 August, 2012, 06:33:34 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 12 August, 2012, 06:40:59 pm
Phantas, but she blanked me - possibly because neither of us were en velo.
Sorry, didn't see you!
Post by: Karla on 12 August, 2012, 06:43:27 pm
Post by: TimO on 12 August, 2012, 07:23:39 pm
Spotted TimO with his matching orange YACF top & bike today.
Well, I always like to colour coordinate, except when I'm not. :)
Orange wouldn't have been my first choice for a bike, but with that bike price, or rather lack of much of a price, was the primary concern. Luckily at this time of year it does go well with the orange short sleeved YACF jersey.
Presumably I was somewhere on the commute into work, since most evenings it's dark when I'm on my way home, and less visible.
Post by: Gandalf on 12 August, 2012, 07:50:32 pm
Spotted TimO with his matching orange YACF top & bike today.
Well, I always like to colour coordinate, except when I'm not. :)
Orange wouldn't have been my first choice for a bike, but with that bike price, or rather lack of much of a price, was the primary concern. Luckily at this time of year it does go well with the orange short sleeved YACF jersey.
Presumably I was somewhere on the commute into work, since most evenings it's dark when I'm on my way home, and less visible.
Lunchtime ish (11.56) junction of Greyhound lane and Streatham High Rd, near the common.
Post by: Feline on 12 August, 2012, 10:15:00 pm
Post by: Deano on 12 August, 2012, 10:43:21 pm
Phantas, but she blanked me - possibly because neither of us were en velo.
Has she met you?
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 12 August, 2012, 11:01:59 pm
Phantas, but she blanked me - possibly because neither of us were en velo.
Has she met you?
Pub run to Beningbrough a couple of weeks ago? (I've met Mr B on rides before that, though).
I'm afraid I'm fairly rubbish at spotting people in the street (though less so when they're on bikes - much easier to daydream on foot!). :-[
Post by: L CC on 13 August, 2012, 12:51:55 pm
We spotted Tokamak outside our tent in Niort because he had spotted me in my YACF jersey :thumbsup:You lucky thing. I haven't seen the 'mak for ages, and we didn't see him all week. Probably getting up late and riding mostly short distances with small people meant I missed him on the road.
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 13 August, 2012, 04:18:16 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 14 August, 2012, 05:34:48 pm
Post by: Feline on 15 August, 2012, 05:37:57 pm
Post by: Gandalf on 16 August, 2012, 05:59:32 pm
Post by: clarion on 16 August, 2012, 06:13:31 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 16 August, 2012, 06:27:11 pm
Who was that (un)masked woman?
Post by: Deano on 17 August, 2012, 05:22:47 pm
Phantas, but she blanked me - possibly because neither of us were en velo.
Has she met you?
Pub run to Beningbrough a couple of weeks ago? (I've met Mr B on rides before that, though).
That'll explain it :D
Post by: CrinklyLion on 19 August, 2012, 09:52:43 am
Post by: Efrogwr on 21 August, 2012, 05:13:19 pm
Post by: Cunobelin on 21 August, 2012, 07:32:44 pm
YACF Jersey wearer at Cams Hall this morning in fareham
Post by: Arch on 21 August, 2012, 10:08:04 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 21 August, 2012, 10:14:08 pm
Post by: Arch on 21 August, 2012, 10:34:27 pm
Beryl did look like she was being mostly propelled by sheer force of will at that point! Mind, the bus behind you clearly thought there was plenty of time....
Yes, I spotted he'd followed me through!
Usually coming to that junction I'll slow if I think it's about to change, so as to be head of the queue next time. Today it just steadfastly stayed green until just as we passed through....
It was much, much worse before we got the new battery set.
We often scream through that junction, whichever direction we're going in.
Post by: tiermat on 24 August, 2012, 07:38:36 pm
No she hasn't taken up stalking us, well at least I don't think she has. She was here to a) have a girly night last night (including nail painting, glitter tattos and lots of wine drinking for the adults) and b) to go out for a bike ride with TLD and Mrs T today, whereupon they went to a new (to us) farm shop and cafe (which is open on a Thursday evening for fish and chips, so a plan is being hatched) and then onto Roots. I met them at Roots and ferried TLD back home in the car, Mrs T and LG riding back. Total distance for the adults was 21 miles and for TLD 10 miles.
The longest Mrs T has ever ridden! \o/ she doesn't hate her bike after it either and is already talking of when she can do it again :)
Post by: jogler on 26 August, 2012, 06:42:14 pm
Post by: jogler on 27 August, 2012, 03:45:31 pm
Deano,now in my lounge :thumbsup:
action replay
Post by: Auntie Helen on 28 August, 2012, 02:48:12 pm
Post by: TimO on 31 August, 2012, 11:36:30 pm
Post by: clarion on 01 September, 2012, 06:20:49 am
Post by: matthew on 01 September, 2012, 06:41:48 am
Post by: Andrij on 01 September, 2012, 08:15:26 am
Who did I see in an orange yacf top outside waterloo station at about 23:10 last night. I was just wheeling my fully laden tourer out of the station so there was no way I could catch you.
I'd guess TimO heading off for a FNRttC.
Post by: TimO on 01 September, 2012, 09:36:26 am
Who did I see in an orange yacf top outside waterloo station at about 23:10 last night. I was just wheeling my fully laden tourer out of the station so there was no way I could catch you.I'd guess TimO heading off for a FNRttC.
Nope, I didn't do the FNRttC last night, and I was wearing a purple YACF top yesterday evening.
So, who did I see near Mitcham Eastifields then .... ? <fx:scratches head>
The male voice didn't sounds particularly Clarionish, but I just attributed that to it being difficult to extract too much information from the phrase "Hi Tim". ;D
Post by: Jurek on 01 September, 2012, 02:25:33 pm
Who did I see in an orange yacf top outside waterloo station at about 23:10 last night. I was just wheeling my fully laden tourer out of the station so there was no way I could catch you.
I'd guess TimO heading off for a FNRttC.
My money's on Gerwinium - who did accompany us on last night's FNRttC - decked out in yacf tango :)
EDIT: I reckon the height quotient between the two is pretty close with, possibly, Gerwinium being the first of the two to fall prey to altitude sickness....
Post by: Kim on 01 September, 2012, 05:57:13 pm
On the basis that forumites seen on the FNRttC don't count, I submit wowbagger, who I spotted in the foyer of Euston Station at about 2pm today.
...except he's on an island in Essex, too. So I put my glasses back on, and discovered it was in fact a woman with *big* white hair (imagine a cross between Joanna Lumley and Spitting Image's Douglas Hurd, and you've got the right sort of idea), into which she had inserted her sunglasses. A red jacket completed the disguise.
Post by: Tim Hall on 01 September, 2012, 06:11:16 pm
(imagine a cross between Joanna Lumley and Spitting Image's Douglas Hurd, and you've got the right sort of idea),
It's that Gurkha Bridge influence. It gets everywhere.
Post by: Jurek on 02 September, 2012, 12:03:18 am
....
On the basis that forumites seen on the FNRttC don't count, I submit wowbagger, who I spotted in the foyer of Euston Station at about 2pm today.
...except he's on an island in Essex, too. So I put my glasses back on, and discovered it was in fact a woman with *big* white hair (imagine a cross between Joanna Lumley and Spitting Image's Douglas Hurd, and you've got the right sort of idea), into which she had inserted her sunglasses. A red jacket completed the disguise.
Remarkable what a night's lost sleep can do for the eyesight.....
Post by: Ham on 02 September, 2012, 06:37:06 am
Only they were riding around the Velodrome and we were sat.
Those Paralympians bring extra value to awe: a 500m TT at average speed >50kph. With one leg.
Post by: Swarm_Catcher on 02 September, 2012, 10:44:34 am
Post by: Jurek on 02 September, 2012, 10:46:26 am
Saw a rider with orange YACF top, in Greenwich. I was at the Paul Rhodes bakery inspecting meringues. Early morning it was - before 9AM. Not somebody I recognised.
Male, tall, short dark hair, black framed glasses?
Post by: Swarm_Catcher on 02 September, 2012, 10:47:30 am
YesSaw a rider with orange YACF top, in Greenwich. I was at the Paul Rhodes bakery inspecting meringues. Early morning it was - before 9AM. Not somebody I recognised.
Male, tall, short dark hair, black framed glasses?
Post by: Jurek on 02 September, 2012, 10:54:26 am
YesSaw a rider with orange YACF top, in Greenwich. I was at the Paul Rhodes bakery inspecting meringues. Early morning it was - before 9AM. Not somebody I recognised.
Male, tall, short dark hair, black framed glasses?
My money's on Gerwinium. Again.
Thing is.....
Has he not been home?
Is he wearing the same shirt that he wore on the FNRttC?
Does he have more than one tango'ed shirt?
We Need To Know ;)
Post by: matthew on 02 September, 2012, 02:22:46 pm
Post by: Swarm_Catcher on 02 September, 2012, 03:23:25 pm
Unless gerwinium confirms my spot was heading south at 23:15 and therefore the wrong way for a FNRttC.Also, when I saw 'him', it was Saturday morning, no way could he have been back from FNRttC.
Post by: Kim on 02 September, 2012, 03:34:56 pm
Also, when I saw 'him', it was Saturday morning, no way could he have been back from FNRttC.
I was with him all morning (in Bognor and onna train), so that'll be a no.
Post by: TimO on 02 September, 2012, 03:56:57 pm
My YACF orange jersey is in the laundry basket, I wore a Planet-X jersey to work on Friday, and purple long sleeved YACF jersey on the way back.
Post by: matthew on 02 September, 2012, 06:29:15 pm
Post by: gerwinium on 03 September, 2012, 07:57:21 pm
Post by: interzen on 04 September, 2012, 09:33:26 am
Madam, if you happen to be reading this, your taste in bikes is impeccable :)
(I was also on a black Surly, but a 1x1 ...)
Post by: fuzzy on 04 September, 2012, 09:50:58 am
If you are here, consider yourself spotted.
Post by: jogler on 04 September, 2012, 10:41:27 am
Post by: interzen on 04 September, 2012, 10:43:56 am
Longstaff maybeI'd have said 'definitely'
Post by: fuzzy on 04 September, 2012, 10:52:03 am
I have just done an image search for Longstaff bikes and this (http://www.flickr.com/photos/fernbrook/6040820463/in/photostream/) flikr image was in the results. It is a dead ringer for one of the bikes I saw.
Post by: interzen on 04 September, 2012, 10:55:53 am
Very likely.I think that George was better known for building tandems and trikes, but he did (and the company still does, I think) build some excellent touring machines. Back in the day, Longstaff were on my list for possible builders of my audax bike (went with Dave Yates eventually, largely because he was based in Newcastle at the time)
I have just done an image search for Longstaff bikes and this (http://www.flickr.com/photos/fernbrook/6040820463/in/photostream/) flikr image was in the results. It is a dead ringer for one of the bikes I saw.
Post by: jogler on 04 September, 2012, 11:03:28 am
It's a little known* secret that they operate a selective 2nd-hand service.
*perhaps now more widely known ;)
A custom built Longstaff is top of my wish-list.Fortunately they are a lbs..Unfortunately I haven't won the lottery yet ;D
Post by: matthew on 04 September, 2012, 11:25:15 am
Post by: Panoramix on 04 September, 2012, 07:00:09 pm
Panoramix plus Mrs P and both mini-panoramixes at a camp site in La Chapelle aux Feltzmeéns, Brittany where we all had a lovely meal and we are sharing a pitch. Mini-P rode most of the way here on her Islabike :thumbsup:
Wave. Glad you enjoyed the meal.
I am just one month behind on this thread, don't send time critical info here... ::-)
Post by: Panoramix on 04 September, 2012, 07:03:45 pm
And French doctors seem to think that the internet is bad for patients. ::-)
Post by: clarion on 04 September, 2012, 07:25:10 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 04 September, 2012, 07:26:13 pm
Today I unexpectedly spotted CU out on his bike at lunchtime. Then randomly bumped into CA in the bike shop. Neither meeting was planned. Small world....
Post by: Karla on 05 September, 2012, 01:14:04 pm
Today I unexpectedly spotted CU out on his bike at lunchtime.
Today I randomly spotted CU out on his bike at lunchtime! He posted on here at 12:20 and 13:12, so it can't have been a very long trip if it was him I saw.
Post by: Panoramix on 05 September, 2012, 02:27:01 pm
Oh, sorry to hear that. I don't know him, but please pass on my best wishes for a swift and complete recovery.
+1 - GWS Jean Louis!
Will do, it will be several months before he walks again.
Post by: Arch on 05 September, 2012, 09:46:50 pm
Today I unexpectedly spotted CU out on his bike at lunchtime.
Today I randomly spotted CU out on his bike at lunchtime! He posted on here at 12:20 and 13:12, so it can't have been a very long trip if it was him I saw.
And I saw CU ride past the Indian restaurant, just as I stood up to put my coat on, on Monday evening about 9.30-10ish... He clocked me, and I waved.
He seems to get about a bit!
Also, I think I might have spotted a glimpse of an EldestCub and his BMX in the street outside the Den this morning as I rode past to work..?
Post by: CrinklyLion on 05 September, 2012, 09:52:01 pm
I then spotted Mr Bunbury on my way home from work.
Post by: Karla on 05 September, 2012, 09:53:18 pm
[cross posted]
Post by: Arch on 05 September, 2012, 09:58:42 pm
... and I spotted the Lion herself this afternoon. I think the family might not be a family at all but a spy ring masquerading as a family in order to keep a watch on me.
[cross posted]
Hmm, quite plausible. Luring us into a false sense of security with cake....
Post by: CrinklyUncle on 05 September, 2012, 10:51:23 pm
Today I unexpectedly spotted CU out on his bike at lunchtime.
Today I randomly spotted CU out on his bike at lunchtime! He posted on here at 12:20 and 13:12, so it can't have been a very long trip if it was him I saw.
And I saw CU ride past the Indian restaurant, just as I stood up to put my coat on, on Monday evening about 9.30-10ish... He clocked me, and I waved.
I saw Arch on Monday and CL on Tuesday, but I didn't see Mr Bunbury today. I was on my bike at lunchtime, recently I've been going to Browns Of Heslington to get a sandwich for lunch (from Hospital Fields Road).
Post by: Jaded on 05 September, 2012, 10:56:49 pm
Sorry, it was almost exactly a week ago and I forgot to post it up here. I was busy at the time, holding an apple. ;D
Post by: CrinklyAuntie on 05 September, 2012, 11:02:41 pm
... and I spotted the Lion herself this afternoon. I think the family might not be a family at all but a spy ring masquerading as a family in order to keep a watch on me.
[cross posted]
Funny you should say that...I spotted Mr Bunbury at the traffic lights on Bish Rd on Monday, but I was in the car, does that still count? :)
Post by: clarion on 06 September, 2012, 09:58:02 am
I saw Kathy an Tim and Wascally Weasel out riding.
Sorry, it was almost exactly a week ago and I forgot to post it up here. I was busy at the time, holding an apple. ;D
So... where did you spot them, btw? ;D
Post by: tonyh on 06 September, 2012, 09:33:55 pm
(Haven't yet seen such a jersey outside of Audax events; took my own for quite a few laps of Richmond Park last month, and failed to spot any yacf jerseys at all. Lots of Sky, and some London Dynamo.)
Post by: clarion on 07 September, 2012, 04:55:32 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0718.jpg)
Post by: Wowbagger on 07 September, 2012, 04:57:28 pm
Unusually, we were both riding bikes independently of each other and I didn't actually know he was out.
Post by: Jaded on 07 September, 2012, 04:59:42 pm
I saw Kathy an Tim and Wascally Weasel out riding.
Sorry, it was almost exactly a week ago and I forgot to post it up here. I was busy at the time, holding an apple. ;D
So... where did you spot them, btw? ;D
Stratford Park (http://community.stroud.gov.uk/general.asp?pgid=480&pid=19) ;)
Post by: Torslanda on 08 September, 2012, 02:59:42 pm
Delivered: Lots of French hooch and goodies.
Collected: Campag bits (predictably)
About: A couple of hours ago. Have a good BBQ, guys. :thumbsup:
Post by: jogler on 08 September, 2012, 05:12:27 pm
I also saw several other audaxers who may or may not be yacfers & some familiar faces whose names I don't know who may or may not be yacfers
Post by: Bledlow on 08 September, 2012, 07:31:15 pm
A few other members on the ride, but all people I see so often it would be tedious to mention them every time.
Post by: marcusjb on 09 September, 2012, 09:20:59 am
But we were unexptanctly joined by mattc for some breakfast at benson. Which was nice.
Post by: Wobbly John on 09 September, 2012, 08:20:56 pm
Post by: rower40 on 09 September, 2012, 09:21:11 pm
I was a passenger in a Northbound car. :-[
Post by: CrinklyUncle on 09 September, 2012, 09:45:36 pm
Three cyclists, two wearing YACF tops, one of whom we THINK was CrinklyUncle, on the A167 south of Northallerton, around 1230 on Saturday.
I was a passenger in a Northbound car. :-[
I was on the A167 south of Northallerton, around 12:30 on Saturday, with CrinklyAuntie and phantasmagoriana, we where riding Lucia's Vale of York Meander from Richmond, but only I had a YACF top on (Red ss) I didn't see anyone else with one on.
Post by: rower40 on 10 September, 2012, 02:30:49 pm
Post by: Kim on 10 September, 2012, 02:53:33 pm
Post by: Paul on 13 September, 2012, 12:08:39 pm
I'm so excited - this is my first post here!
Tonight I was joined by velocitizen! We spent a very pleasant (ie: we only got beeped once for cycling 2 abreast) couple of miles riding into Long Eaton.
It definitely was the most pleasant part of the ride because about 14 seconds after we parted the skies delivered some very old testament thunder, lightning and rain.
Very nice to have you along on my commute, VC. Hopefully see you soon.
Blimey - when I spotted VC again on Tuesday, I had no idea that it was more than 2 years since the last one!
Nice to see you again, VC.
Post by: Marco Stefano on 13 September, 2012, 12:46:54 pm
Marco Stefano in a YACF top, as I was on my way from home to Ely station to go to the Tour of Britain at Norwich.
And from the other angle...
Wobbly John looking dapper as usual, as I was on my way from home to a Tour of Britain King of the Mountains* summit in Swanton Morley. Outside the pub, helpfully.
*It was pan flat.
Post by: Jaded on 13 September, 2012, 01:35:00 pm
(http://www.alfiecat.co.uk/yetacf/1paralympics/ham.jpg)
Post by: Ham on 13 September, 2012, 01:48:51 pm
Post by: jogler on 16 September, 2012, 10:06:17 am
Really easy spotting 'cause I shared a ride with them :thumbsup:
Post by: matthew on 16 September, 2012, 01:24:43 pm
Thank you for a great ride, I think you are spoilt by the riding available. But I also see where your name comes from. It makes some roads a slog.
Post by: jellied on 16 September, 2012, 01:47:53 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 16 September, 2012, 06:21:02 pm
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 18 September, 2012, 09:25:55 am
Post by: clarion on 18 September, 2012, 09:26:47 am
Did you spot I was on the wrong bike? ;D
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 18 September, 2012, 09:36:26 am
Nope, you were going too quickly, I just had time to clock the red YACF jersey and the saddlebag. Luckily I think the people who did hear me thought I was calling the dog, so I didn't look too much like a loon shouting at no one....
Post by: clarion on 18 September, 2012, 09:44:54 am
Post by: Andrij on 18 September, 2012, 10:49:35 am
Clarion's a funny name for a dog ;D
Are you suggesting something more sensible, like Fenton? :)
Post by: Jurek on 18 September, 2012, 11:20:40 am
Clarion's a funny name for a dog ;D
Are you suggesting something more sensible, like Fenton? :)
Spotted Clarion while I was on my estate walking the dog. I yelled but I was slightly set back from the road so he didn't hear me over the traffic noise.
What kind of estate is it you think NSTN has? :o
Post by: Tim Hall on 18 September, 2012, 11:23:11 am
Clarion's a funny name for a dog ;D
Unless the dog is a tyke.
Post by: Andrij on 20 September, 2012, 09:20:31 am
Valiant around 17:30 on Turner's Road, heading toward Limehouse. I gave a shout, but wasn't heard.
Yesterday, around 17:20, same road, same direction, riding behind some other unknown cyclist. Again, not heard. :(
I think next time I'll just ride directly into his path. :P
Post by: Paul on 20 September, 2012, 01:09:52 pm
I'm so excited - this is my first post here!
Tonight I was joined by velocitizen! We spent a very pleasant (ie: we only got beeped once for cycling 2 abreast) couple of miles riding into Long Eaton.
It definitely was the most pleasant part of the ride because about 14 seconds after we parted the skies delivered some very old testament thunder, lightning and rain.
Very nice to have you along on my commute, VC. Hopefully see you soon.
Blimey - when I spotted VC again on Tuesday, I had no idea that it was more than 2 years since the last one!
Nice to see you again, VC.
Well, I don't see him for 2 years, and then suddenly it's every week (VC spotted again yesterday).
Post by: velocitizen on 20 September, 2012, 06:32:08 pm
I ride with Beeston CC on a Tuesday night, a hilly 30 miles out towards Morley, up a few of the Pie Run hills.
A ride through Long Eaton makes a good warm-up.
I'm sure our paths will cross again.
Post by: jogler on 20 September, 2012, 07:01:29 pm
Well, I don't see him for 2 years, and then suddenly it's every week (VC spotted again yesterday).
You have been to Specsavers haven't you ;D
Post by: Andrij on 21 September, 2012, 07:02:11 am
Post by: Paul on 22 September, 2012, 03:19:01 pm
;DWell, I don't see him for 2 years, and then suddenly it's every week (VC spotted again yesterday).
You have been to Specsavers haven't you ;D
VC thought I'd been ignoring him for 2 years when really I just couldn't see him :facepalm:
Nice to see you as well Paul.
I ride with Beeston CC on a Tuesday night, a hilly 30 miles out towards Morley, up a few of the Pie Run hills.
A ride through Long Eaton makes a good warm-up.
I'm sure our paths will cross again.
Now that I know this, can I still claim you as a spot each time?
Mmm, Pies....
Post by: Basil on 22 September, 2012, 03:31:00 pm
I clocked the Street Machine coming up the hill towards me as I was walking down to Bournville village.
"Funny looking bike." quoth she, looking down at Mrs. B's dog, who was taking me for a walk.
Post by: Valiant on 24 September, 2012, 12:03:32 am
Poor Andrij, I'm not ignoring you I promise :-*
Post by: Andrij on 24 September, 2012, 07:31:47 am
I spotted Andrij, cycleman, dibdib, Gandalf,why1040delthebike and andrewc at Limehouse Town Hall :-)
FTFY ;)
Post by: Valiant on 24 September, 2012, 11:42:54 am
Post by: clarion on 26 September, 2012, 07:44:00 pm
Today, I was spotted in Tooting by Gaz, the famous helmetcam cyclist.
Post by: clarion on 27 September, 2012, 09:48:04 am
Quote from: topcat
black yacf jersey in richmond park [yester]day 18.05 honking up to the ballet school
Who was that, then? I've commuted that way through RP a few times (it's not very far out of my way), but I didn't last night. So - Zipperhead? Wascally?
Post by: TimC on 27 September, 2012, 01:11:54 pm
Post by: clarion on 27 September, 2012, 01:15:12 pm
Post by: TimC on 27 September, 2012, 01:18:03 pm
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 27 September, 2012, 01:24:57 pm
Not by me, but someone was spotted by topcat of Cyclechat last nightQuote from: topcatblack yacf jersey in richmond park [yester]day 18.05 honking up to the ballet school
Who was that, then? I've commuted that way through RP a few times (it's not very far out of my way), but I didn't last night. So - Zipperhead? Wascally?
It was me! He was kind to suggest that I was honking up the hill. I was going quite slowly (about 9mph) but might have looked quick in comparison to another person I was overtaking at the time who was doing about half that.
The person I now know to be topcat was very nice and said “Hello yacf!” as he sped past. He was going much quicker.
Post by: clarion on 27 September, 2012, 01:28:03 pm
Post by: RJ on 27 September, 2012, 09:27:41 pm
Another mystery solved :)
Ay, we can sleep easy ;)
Post by: Wendy on 27 September, 2012, 09:46:28 pm
Post by: clarion on 27 September, 2012, 10:23:03 pm
Yesterday, I inexplicably caught up with Origamist at Stockwell. Because of a lot of red lights, I was nearby till about Clapham Common, when he got away.
Today, I was spotted in Tooting by Gaz, the famous helmetcam cyclist.
And today, Gaz spotted me (and left me standing) near IKEA on the Purley Way, and saw me again (though I didn't see him) at Purley Cross.
Post by: Basil on 27 September, 2012, 10:30:41 pm
Today, I was spotted in Tooting by Gaz, the famous helmetcam cyclist.
And today, Gaz spotted me (and left me standing) near IKEA on the Purley Way, and saw me again (though I didn't see him) at Purley Cross.
Yeah, I was spotted by loads of people today. They were walking, on buses, in cars, colleagues at work etc etc
The Cadbury Umpa-Lumpas spotted me in the Country Girl.
;)
Post by: PaulR on 28 September, 2012, 07:40:27 am
Post by: Redlight on 28 September, 2012, 01:12:42 pm
Having chatted to a cyclist on the Old Kent Road last night about LEL (prompted by his distinctive jersey) and how he's not riding it next year but running a control, it occurred to me that he might be a parishioner here. Either way, it was good to chat and to hear that these rides are not impossible!
'twas I. Very nice to meet you Paul and I hope you didn't get too much wetter on the rest of the ride.
LEL is a great ride and well worth trying for. But, so as not to put off any potenial participants, I should stress that I'm helping at the control rather than running it. I'll be practising 101 interesting things to do with pasta between now and then!
Post by: teethgrinder on 30 September, 2012, 08:58:12 pm
"Ah, wierdos!" I think to myself. "I wonder if it's anyone I know?"
I slowed down and spied a Willesden cap on the head of the pilot. Someone wearing a Willesden cap on a tandem trike makes it more likely to be someone I know. I could tell it wasn't Assasin. Not quite big enough.
It was fboab and Jes who had just ridden a 30 mile TT and set a ladies tandem trike record. :D
Post by: Jacomus on 04 October, 2012, 05:26:12 pm
Exiting the Barbican tunnel, in the direction of Barbican Tube.
I spotted a fixed, with Carradice and noticed the rider in a yacf KOTM Top of Awesomeness. I tried calling out, but only managed to cough and splutter, so instead snapped a photo whilst falling over a kerb.
Post by: Auntie Helen on 04 October, 2012, 05:52:38 pm
Post by: PaulR on 04 October, 2012, 05:52:58 pm
Post by: Jurek on 04 October, 2012, 05:58:38 pm
Jet black fixie: check
Red trimmings: check
Long hair: check
Blue (Dulwich Paragon?) shorts: check
I think we may have a winner :D
Post by: clarion on 04 October, 2012, 08:26:07 pm
Post by: Jacomus on 05 October, 2012, 01:57:12 pm
Fits the profile. Nice chap.
+1
Top chap.
Post by: jogler on 05 October, 2012, 11:49:46 pm
We have been taste-testing cake
Post by: Deano on 07 October, 2012, 07:20:21 pm
Post by: Jacomus on 08 October, 2012, 11:41:45 am
Post by: Jurek on 08 October, 2012, 11:50:28 am
A Jurek, spotted Saturday lunchtime whizzing round the end of Smithfield Market.
Methinks not. Saturday lunchtime I was making my way back from Whitstable..... :)
Post by: Andrij on 08 October, 2012, 12:08:53 pm
Post by: francisbarton on 08 October, 2012, 05:45:53 pm
Post by: Hot Flatus on 08 October, 2012, 05:47:37 pm
At the end of the platform was another similarly attired Plug, about to depart on the Flatusian.
Post by: francisbarton on 08 October, 2012, 05:49:46 pm
Post by: clarion on 08 October, 2012, 05:55:49 pm
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 09 October, 2012, 09:42:43 am
Post by: Jacomus on 09 October, 2012, 05:13:18 pm
A Jurek, spotted Saturday lunchtime whizzing round the end of Smithfield Market.
Methinks not. Saturday lunchtime I was making my way back from Whitstable..... :)
In that case, you have a twin!
Post by: tonyh on 09 October, 2012, 05:28:53 pm
Post by: Jurek on 09 October, 2012, 05:40:20 pm
A Jurek, spotted Saturday lunchtime whizzing round the end of Smithfield Market.
Methinks not. Saturday lunchtime I was making my way back from Whitstable..... :)
In that case, you have a twin!
Or a split personality :) :P
Post by: clarion on 09 October, 2012, 05:49:51 pm
Post by: Jurek on 09 October, 2012, 05:56:22 pm
Jurek is unique.
Not sure how to take that..... ;)
Post by: Arch on 09 October, 2012, 09:47:23 pm
Was Polar Bear (+1) by any chance walking their bikes and carrying rucksacks past the Minster at about 11am this morning, possibly in the direction of the station? Did they pass a Maximus being loaded with recycling? I know they've been in York and think they were going home today....
If they did, it was me with the Maximus. By the time my brain had ground into gear (mainly on account of the bikes looking like they belonged to people who Knew What They Were Doing), it was too late to shout out, and shouting Polar Bear? might have made me look a bit bonkers anyway....
Post by: hellymedic on 12 October, 2012, 12:11:01 am
Post by: Paul on 14 October, 2012, 05:30:39 pm
Now, I just need a bike to put it on.
Post by: Jurek on 16 October, 2012, 01:26:38 pm
Sorry I wasn't able to stop - was on a mission.
How is it we both had that struggling-into-a-headwind expression, whilst travelling in opposite directions? :D
Post by: Butterfly on 16 October, 2012, 02:44:48 pm
Post by: Redlight on 16 October, 2012, 05:22:00 pm
He was also doing some pretty impressive track standing - I don't think I saw his feet touch the ground at any point despite many red lights.
He said he did 25 miles each way like that so, if you're on here, sir, chapeau and thanks for the tow.
Post by: Butterfly on 18 October, 2012, 02:44:27 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 19 October, 2012, 07:32:19 pm
Post by: jogler on 20 October, 2012, 02:00:03 pm
:thumbsup:
Post by: Adrian on 20 October, 2012, 07:32:05 pm
I think I spotted Adrian zooming down Brixton Hill on his Brompton this morning. I couldn't shout because I was in the work car. :(If it looked like me it would have been as I did ride the Brompton Thursday because the Carlton was flat of tyre.
Post by: Chris S on 23 October, 2012, 01:57:03 pm
Post by: Feanor on 23 October, 2012, 04:54:48 pm
Turns out they run early-morning guided MTB rides before the sailing sessions start, so I signed up just to keep my legs turning.
Several in-the-know had brought cycle kit and SPDs, but I was in civvies.
Met up with a half dozen regular cyclists on these trips, including one lurker on the forum, who had ridden the BCM600 ( and some other audaxes ) as a non-AUK this year, anthough I didn't recognise him from memory. We had a good series of morning rides, including one very off-road session which left me as Lanterne Rouge. I'm a scardey-cat on fast and/or very rocky descents!
He did also beat me in Full-rig Laser category in the final regatta. ( So did everyone else - my mainsheet came un-tied and un-ravelled and it took me about 15 mins to re-rig it all which is quite difficult in the gusty winds we had! But I was determined not to DNF! )
So if you're reading this: <waves>.
Post by: JJ on 24 October, 2012, 10:04:01 pm
Post by: clarion on 26 October, 2012, 09:23:19 am
Post by: PaulF on 27 October, 2012, 07:34:33 pm
Post by: TimO on 29 October, 2012, 10:39:08 am
Post by: CrinklyLion on 29 October, 2012, 11:04:40 am
Post by: Jurek on 29 October, 2012, 05:07:28 pm
Two minutes ago.
Sort of.
He walked into Corridori Cycle Sports.
While I was on the phone to them.
Does that count?
Post by: Adrian on 29 October, 2012, 05:17:09 pm
Clarion.
Two minutes ago.
Sort of.
He walked into Corridori Cycle Sports.
While I was on the phone to them.
Does that count?
Skype video call?
Post by: Jurek on 29 October, 2012, 05:18:12 pm
Nah. Handset, and Paul grassed on Clarion.Clarion.
Two minutes ago.
Sort of.
He walked into Corridori Cycle Sports.
While I was on the phone to them.
Does that count?
Skype video call?
Spotting by proxy?
Post by: Adrian on 29 October, 2012, 05:46:49 pm
Nah. Handset, and Paul grassed on Clarion.Clarion.
Two minutes ago.
Sort of.
He walked into Corridori Cycle Sports.
While I was on the phone to them.
Does that count?
Skype video call?
Spotting by proxy?
I guess so
Post by: clarion on 29 October, 2012, 07:43:08 pm
Post by: David Martin on 31 October, 2012, 01:53:08 pm
Post by: tiermat on 31 October, 2012, 02:36:49 pm
They now are the owners of a purple, green and white Condor....
Post by: Arch on 31 October, 2012, 10:24:13 pm
Arch. Who zoomed (for beryl-esque versions of zooming) past us as we were waiting for a bus.
And that was a very cheery set of waves I got too! ;D
Post by: Polar Bear on 01 November, 2012, 07:02:30 am
Fair to say that I know about half of those who featured.
Post by: Andrij on 01 November, 2012, 09:46:03 am
There aren't that many cyclists in that part of town, and any velocipede of non-standard configuration is extremely rare.
Post by: Ham on 05 November, 2012, 03:05:09 pm
Post by: PaulR on 08 November, 2012, 08:01:52 am
Post by: clarion on 08 November, 2012, 09:27:36 am
The Viva in question was the bike owned and ridden by our own Crock of Gold. I caught up with him at Tooting Bec, and we rode together, more or less, till our paths diverged at Oval.
I have to say that there are some remarkably unconvivial sections of CS7, where it's difficult to hold a conversation, even if I could hear.
Good to see you, Gursh. :)
Post by: clarion on 08 November, 2012, 09:33:22 am
He was riding a Pearson fixed with a green Barley attached. The left seatstay was black, and the right one white. Is that actually how they come out of the shop, or is it a mod? ???
Anyway, he looked like he knew what he was doing as he rode up to E&C then up Borough High St.
Post by: Tim Hall on 11 November, 2012, 01:07:47 pm
Post by: jogler on 11 November, 2012, 03:59:22 pm
Post by: SandyV on 12 November, 2012, 11:57:10 am
Gordy,late otp,in my lounge :thumbsup:
How is he? Well, I hope.
Post by: Basil on 12 November, 2012, 02:29:41 pm
late otp,
Oh dear. I hadn't realised. :(
Post by: jogler on 12 November, 2012, 06:14:25 pm
Gordy,late otp,in my lounge :thumbsup:
How is he? Well, I hope.
He is 10 out of 10 :thumbsup:
Post by: bloomers100 on 17 November, 2012, 08:34:55 am
Post by: CrinklyAuntie on 17 November, 2012, 03:46:39 pm
Post by: Karla on 17 November, 2012, 05:35:11 pm
Post by: fuzzy on 18 November, 2012, 07:12:15 pm
About 2:00- 2:30 p.m.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 18 November, 2012, 07:16:17 pm
Then Arch's FWMHTBAB's car, on our road.
Post by: Torslanda on 18 November, 2012, 09:19:33 pm
Torslanda, plus his boys, in Den this morning completing an important delivery of shiny red.
Then Arch's FWMHTBAB's car, on our road.
Crinkly and Cubs, in the Den with the shiny red. (This is all a bit 'Cluedo', innit?) ;D
Car also spotted (but not recognised) and managed to avoid whilst reversing.
Post by: origamist on 22 November, 2012, 09:39:57 am
Post by: CrinklyLion on 22 November, 2012, 11:46:22 am
Post by: Arch on 22 November, 2012, 01:16:20 pm
Torslanda, plus his boys, in Den this morning completing an important delivery of shiny red.
Then Arch's FWMHTBAB's car, on our road.
A bit late, but on the following day we spotted you, on the corner by the chipshop waiting to cross the road. We were in the car, and I remarked that you probably wouldn't spot us, since we were in a car and therefore fairly anonymous.
Post by: Redlight on 22 November, 2012, 02:10:16 pm
Spotted a friendly chap wearing an orange yacf jersey and riding a langster this morning on St George's Road, SE1. Hello!
Oops! Didin't realise I'd been friendly to someone. Will have to stop that :) Were you in the blue, riding fixed?
Post by: origamist on 22 November, 2012, 03:01:27 pm
Spotted a friendly chap wearing an orange yacf jersey and riding a langster this morning on St George's Road, SE1. Hello!
Oops! Didin't realise I'd been friendly to someone. Will have to stop that :) Were you in the blue, riding fixed?
Yes, blue and white gilet, black fixed. I don't think our paths cross often as I come along CS7.
Post by: Redlight on 22 November, 2012, 07:41:33 pm
Yes, blue and white gilet, black fixed. I don't think our paths cross often as I come along CS7.
Probably not. I come up the New Kent Road and then either over Southwark Bridge or Westminster Bridge via E&C depending on what mood I'm in.
Post by: Si_Co on 24 November, 2012, 12:45:13 pm
Thanks for the coffee :thumbsup:
Post by: Ray 6701 on 25 November, 2012, 03:16:35 pm
Post by: Julian on 25 November, 2012, 04:32:28 pm
Post by: giropaul on 25 November, 2012, 07:46:16 pm
GiroPaul at Fradley junction cafe "again" :)
Good to see you, and your entourage.
What do you mean "again", I'm only in there Sundays, Wednesdays and Fridays (and some Tuesdays, and the odd Thursday) - unless it's wet or I'm working :( - sometimes Saturdays as well of course.
I got very wet feet (and all over when the odd t.....rs in a car swept through with spray everywhere) going back - even worse than going - hope you avoided the floods.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 25 November, 2012, 09:09:43 pm
Then I went to Whitehall Place with Charlotte and Butterfly, where we spotted Julian and the Ms Weasel, and a jolly fine time we had too.
Then this morning I spotted C&J once more, when they fed me lovely breakfast and excellent coffee at the Perivale HoFC before I pottered off for a tube/train/coach/bus home.
Splendid Spotting weekend!
Post by: Ham on 01 December, 2012, 07:09:06 am
Post by: Butterfly on 03 December, 2012, 11:10:18 pm
*waves again*
Post by: clarion on 04 December, 2012, 09:55:40 pm
http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=1865.msg1369795#msg1369795
Post by: TimO on 04 December, 2012, 10:43:24 pm
I spotted TimO storming along the A23 through Norbury, looking dashing in his purple YACF jersey this morning. I waved but he didn't see me as I was wrapped up in a Toyota. That's the trouble with cars - they hide you from your friends.
Indeed, I didn't spot you. You were lucky to see the YACF jersey, since by the evening I had to don a thin fleece over the top (as I am this evening), so my YACFness is hidden.
... and I'm not sure I'd ever count cycling on Vince as storming, I think my maximum speed on him is probably around 27mph, and that's downhill, I'm spinning the pedals like a mad thing in the low twenties!
I think I've seen Butterfly at least twice on my commute (and she's clearly seen me at least three times!), which is double anyone else. :)
Post by: Arch on 05 December, 2012, 09:28:39 pm
Post by: PaulR on 06 December, 2012, 02:02:16 pm
Post by: TimO on 08 December, 2012, 11:17:57 pm
Tenuous is good, we have a thread for that specifically if you're so inclined, and they're suitable minor, barely known, or mysterious.
Post by: Wowbagger on 08 December, 2012, 11:31:55 pm
Auntie Helen
JenM
Tomsk
and then, pretty much as an amorphous mass
Bloomers
Chief
Whatsisface
Christophe
Oaky
Oscar's Dad.
It was possible that one or more could have been dressed as reindeer.
It was a very entertaining evening and I have two photographs, to follow shortly.
Post by: clarion on 11 December, 2012, 08:41:13 pm
Post by: mr magnolia on 13 December, 2012, 10:51:21 pm
(http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c204/mrmagnolia/Snapbucket/1C3254CE-orig.jpg)
Post by: clarion on 23 December, 2012, 05:21:05 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 28 December, 2012, 12:52:02 am
TEC's bright yellow hat is a great spotting feature !
I was wearing a black jacket with black shorts, black leg-warmers and black shoe covers. I was riding a black bike.
Post by: jogler on 28 December, 2012, 07:27:10 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iXRmJyIyJbM
& ICMFP
Post by: marcusjb on 28 December, 2012, 07:44:15 pm
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 28 December, 2012, 09:23:38 pm
TEC and Mrs TEC tandeming in a fine stylee along the lanes near Dunham Massey. They looked to be going very quickly.I only realised it was you when I heard your voice. We did stop, but you were obviously in the zone and had gone on.
TEC's bright yellow hat is a great spotting feature !
I was wearing a black jacket with black shorts, black leg-warmers and black shoe covers. I was riding a black bike.
Mrs TEC's bright pink socks also a useful spotting feature.
We were going well as we were going to Redhouse Farm for coffee and cake. I've not been before (it's a bit close to home) but it does great food.
Post by: Andrew Br on 28 December, 2012, 11:30:58 pm
I only realised it was you when I heard your voice. We did stop, but you were obviously in the zone and had gone on.
Oh no !
I'm sorry, I thought that you hadn't recognised/heard me so I carried on.
Post by: clarion on 29 December, 2012, 04:11:12 pm
Post by: clarion on 29 December, 2012, 04:24:35 pm
Charlotte
Julian
Adam
Arallsopp
Chocolatebike
Adrian
Mice
and various others I shall remember when I'm home
As well as notable persons known here but not strictly OTP:
Davywalnuts
Titus
Mr Legg-Bandage
Post by: Andrij on 30 December, 2012, 08:28:15 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 04 January, 2013, 08:29:23 pm
Post by: Charlotte on 06 January, 2013, 11:55:33 pm
Post by: clarion on 07 January, 2013, 09:30:33 am
Post by: Jurek on 09 January, 2013, 08:06:59 pm
Greenwich foot tunnel southbound this evening: Trevor from Greenwich cyclists (not sure if he's otp)
I then encountered Adamski (otp) as he made his way northbound a pied.
A few minutes later Ross from over the road passed me.
Post by: Peter on 13 January, 2013, 12:55:42 am
On Friday (11th of January) I drove down from Rochdale to Essex to attend the funeral of a friend. I had just come off the main road near Braintree and was riding towards Takeley when a cyclist came towards me who looked remarkable like Bobb, though I have never met him and only know of him from the forum. This was at 11 minutes past 12, lunchtime. Bobb, was it you? Dressed mostly in black, or navy and with a fetching black headband?
Peter
Post by: Wowbagger on 13 January, 2013, 08:49:08 am
Post by: Peter on 13 January, 2013, 10:07:22 am
Post by: Andrew Br on 13 January, 2013, 10:23:31 am
I think it was the Rohloff that caught his eye.
Before I took the "Gears-inna-can" plunge he very kindly let me have a go on his Rohloff bike :thumbsup:
Post by: bobb on 13 January, 2013, 05:55:46 pm
If this turns out to be correct, I think it will be a bit remarkable.
On Friday (11th of January) I drove down from Rochdale to Essex to attend the funeral of a friend. I had just come off the main road near Braintree and was riding towards Takeley when a cyclist came towards me who looked remarkable like Bobb, though I have never met him and only know of him from the forum. This was at 11 minutes past 12, lunchtime. Bobb, was it you? Dressed mostly in black, or navy and with a fetching black headband?
Peter
That would have definitely been me! I was out that way on Friday and I was indeed wearing a black jacket and my fetching black headband. Small world! :)
Edit: I wouldn't say Braintree is my stomping ground. It's a shithole! I just happened to be out that way!
Post by: Tim Hall on 13 January, 2013, 06:08:23 pm
That would have definitely been me! I was out that way on Friday and I was indeed wearing a black jacket and my fetching black headband. Small world! :)
You read it here first folks! The secret of having the coolest hair EVAH is a fetching black headband!
Post by: Peter on 13 January, 2013, 07:15:27 pm
A great memory from an otherwise sad day.
Post by: bobb on 13 January, 2013, 07:49:34 pm
Post by: clarion on 15 January, 2013, 07:18:22 pm
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 17 January, 2013, 07:03:22 pm
Post by: Tigerrr on 18 January, 2013, 05:20:12 pm
Post by: Clare on 18 January, 2013, 09:30:08 pm
...on a poster.
I love your bike NSTN, it's gorgeous and I covet your satchell.
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 19 January, 2013, 12:22:49 pm
Its nice to be spotted! Afraid that was me. Walking because I broke my chain just at the top of Notting hill. Had to push the bike all the way across town (except for tyhe little downhills where I was able to coast). Very grumpy indeed as foot is broken and hurty, plus hands covered in chain black which due to the cold is now all inside gloves. To cap it all replacement chains (3) for recumbent needed because of damage and bill came to £60. Someone nicked my flag too.
That does sound rubbish indeed, commiserations. Wish I'd said hello though! I was on a black Brommie.
Saw NSTN (and Rob) at the London Bike Show today...
...on a poster.
I love your bike NSTN, it's gorgeous and I covet your satchell.
Oooh we're going there tomorrow, how funny!
That bootiful bike has sadly gone to live with a friend of Andrij when I finally admitted to myself that it was too big for the flat (to help raise funds for a Brommie), but the satchel lives on. That was a 30th birthday present from four of my friends, two of whom were forummers. Good taste, those yacfers.
Post by: clarion on 20 January, 2013, 08:31:44 pm
Post by: Karla on 24 January, 2013, 01:37:56 pm
Unfortunately I was late and so couldn't stop to help. Sorry P!
Post by: Torslanda on 24 January, 2013, 04:21:02 pm
Someone may have taken some pictures.
I'll leave it to them to tell you why . . .
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 24 January, 2013, 06:41:22 pm
Post by: LindaG on 24 January, 2013, 06:48:02 pm
Also had coffee with Tiermat and popped into Torslanda's to collect something green and shiny for Crusty.
The shop is a proper aladdin's cave. And there is Proper Cofee.
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 24 January, 2013, 07:17:27 pm
Phantas, fixing her bike on the way into work this morning.
Unfortunately I was late and so couldn't stop to help. Sorry P!
Nothing properly broken - I just managed to not tighten the QR in the rear wheel enough when I put the wheel back on last night, so as soon as I tried to brake the wheel went forward in the dropouts. I think I manage to do this most times I remove the rear wheel - one day I might learn to tighten it properly! ::-)
Post by: Torslanda on 25 January, 2013, 12:54:08 am
Nothing properly broken - I just managed to not tighten the QR in the rear wheel enough when I put the wheel back on last night, so as soon as I tried to brake the wheel went forward in the dropouts. I think I manage to do this most times I remove the rear wheel - one day I might learn to tighten it properly! ::-)
If the dropout spacing of the frame is correct for the locknut dimensions of the wheel then removing the wheel should only require the QR to be unlocked, the skewer/nut shouldn't need to be slackened at all. Simples!
Post by: Peter on 25 January, 2013, 01:01:13 am
Peter. On speakerphone at Torslanda's shop :D
Also had coffee with Tiermat and popped into Torslanda's to collect something green and shiny for Crusty.
The shop is a proper aladdin's cave. And there is Proper Cofee.
A-ha! So that's where it was bound! I saw it last week and admired it. It is extremely green and shiny!
Nice to hear you, Linda!
Post by: andrewc on 01 February, 2013, 01:05:50 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 01 February, 2013, 01:13:20 pm
Nothing properly broken - I just managed to not tighten the QR in the rear wheel enough when I put the wheel back on last night, so as soon as I tried to brake the wheel went forward in the dropouts. I think I manage to do this most times I remove the rear wheel - one day I might learn to tighten it properly! ::-)
If the dropout spacing of the frame is correct for the locknut dimensions of the wheel then removing the wheel should only require the QR to be unlocked, the skewer/nut shouldn't need to be slackened at all. Simples!
Ah, it's not - it's a 135mm hub in a 130mm dropout. I can't get it out without slackening it off a bit, which doesn't help (haven't bothered cold setting it). Fortunately I don't remove the wheel that often...
Post by: Karla on 01 February, 2013, 01:23:26 pm
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 01 February, 2013, 06:59:44 pm
Post by: clarion on 01 February, 2013, 07:14:26 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 04 February, 2013, 02:57:30 pm
Post by: shyumu on 05 February, 2013, 04:11:49 pm
Shyumu, in the Den, for coffee and soup. No cake. He doesn't, y'see.
Great coffee.
Great soup.
Great company.
Post by: clarion on 07 February, 2013, 06:44:12 am
Post by: clarion on 09 February, 2013, 10:14:46 pm
OK, not very surprising, but I thought she was heading to meet me on the train, so, realising it'd be quicker to ride over to meet her where she was, I met her cycling the other way! :thumbsup: :-*
Post by: The Seldom Killer on 12 February, 2013, 06:00:13 pm
Any ideas who you are?
Post by: Valiant on 15 February, 2013, 02:54:10 am
Post by: francisbarton on 16 February, 2013, 03:28:36 pm
Post by: PAC on 17 February, 2013, 03:37:54 pm
Post by: Henry on 17 February, 2013, 04:32:47 pm
Post by: L CC on 17 February, 2013, 09:59:11 pm
I chatted, and it transpired they were on their reliability ride.
Next I hear "It's Chris & Lindsay!"
It was JJ. And lovely to see him. We've been DIY-ing a lot lately and have missed other people. It was nice to (fleetingly) catch up.
Post by: iddu on 18 February, 2013, 12:20:44 am
Bearded Audax dude in acf shorts and a BMB jersey in Cirencester Waitrose cafe this lunchtime, with three other audax dudes, one wearing redlight's Audax England jersey. Some fine touring bikery and Garmin/maptrappery on display outside. Hope you guys had a good day.Guilty as charged. Yes, thanks(*)...
Others were Phil Dyson, Andy Watt & David ? - not sure if the latter pair are OTP?
(*) Albeit as Phil says, Andy was just croozin ;)
Post by: Genosse Brymbo on 18 February, 2013, 08:32:12 am
Thats-a me, Brymbo. OTP but, pedantically speaking, not in the very hot cafe, having chosen to dine al fresco. I hope that my choice of chocolate bar and apple juice, to complement the Doritos bought in Wootton Bassett, still qualify me as an "audax dude" despite my lack of hirsuteness.Bearded Audax dude in acf shorts and a BMB jersey in Cirencester Waitrose cafe this lunchtime, with three other audax dudes, one wearing redlight's Audax England jersey. Some fine touring bikery and Garmin/maptrappery on display outside. Hope you guys had a good day.Others ...David ? - not sure if the latter pair are OTP?
Post by: Hot Flatus on 18 February, 2013, 06:19:25 pm
I stopped down the road and got out of the car to shout encouragement ;D
Post by: Feline on 20 February, 2013, 12:35:33 pm
Bikey Mikey riding down the A46 slowly and enjoying the traffic.
I stopped down the road and got out of the car to shout encouragement ;D
We will have to look out for his post in the 'oiks shouting at cyclists' thread :D
Post by: Redlight on 20 February, 2013, 01:10:02 pm
.... one wearing redlight's Audax England jersey.
So that's where it is! I thought I'd left it at work ;)
Post by: Andrij on 21 February, 2013, 04:10:55 pm
I was running a bit early this morning, so paused at a place I know Jurek can be spotted and hung around most of the time he's usually expected to pass through there.
Yes, I know the above is the antithesis to this thread, but can't see the point in starting a separate "not spotted" thread. If you feel the desire to throw rotten fruit at me, aim them (banananananas, preferably) instead at Jurek for running early/late. :P
Post by: Deano on 21 February, 2013, 04:14:02 pm
NOT spotted this morning: Jurek.
I was running a bit early this morning, so paused at a place I know Jurek can be spotted and hung around most of the time he's usually expected to pass through there.
Yes, I know the above is the antithesis to this thread, but can't see the point in starting a separate "not spotted" thread. If you feel the desire to throw rotten fruit at me, aim them (banananananas, preferably) instead at Jurek for running early/late. :P
We already have one of those!
http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=48641.0
Post by: Andrij on 21 February, 2013, 04:20:17 pm
Looks like thread resurrection time...
Post by: PAC on 22 February, 2013, 11:51:57 pm
Post by: jogler on 23 February, 2013, 01:02:08 pm
;D
ETA http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hAvHDaffU7s
is that you?
Post by: PAC on 23 February, 2013, 01:47:34 pm
Post by: TimO on 24 February, 2013, 01:38:20 pm
What sort of bike/gearing combo do you use to tow a caravan?
;D
ETA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hAvHDaffU7s
is that you?
It's been done many times before (http://copyplease.blogspot.co.uk/2011/06/solo-shelter-showcase-new-small-space.html). This one is rather neat though. :)
(http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/xanthus/Random/BicycleCaravanCropped_Thumb320.jpg) (http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/xanthus/Random/BicycleCaravan.jpg)
Post by: PAC on 24 February, 2013, 02:48:11 pm
Post by: Jaded on 24 February, 2013, 03:12:22 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 26 February, 2013, 09:01:00 pm
Post by: Redlight on 01 March, 2013, 08:40:01 am
Post by: Kim on 01 March, 2013, 09:26:32 pm
Post by: Basil on 02 March, 2013, 12:21:28 am
Nikki, at Critical Mass. "This isn't going to be a fast ride?" she asked hopefully...
;D
Post by: nikki on 02 March, 2013, 09:52:54 am
I'd partaken of the half-price-after-5pm offer at Urban Pie. Yum ...but also somewhat weighty.
Critical Mass seemed paced about right for a) digestion and b) avoiding collisions with other riders. Just.
Post by: Kim on 02 March, 2013, 02:25:17 pm
Critical Mass seemed paced about right for a) digestion and b) avoiding collisions with other riders. Just.
The problem with CM is that it's full of people with limited group riding experience, moving so slowly that you don't tend to leave a lot of room, on bikes with riding dynamics you can't predict (you can spot the fixies and the serious mountain bikes, but can't reasonably guess how well anyone else's brakes work). All it takes is for a couple of wheels to touch, or an unexpected pothole, or a rider locking the back wheel and causing the person behind to brake sharply, or someone to swerve in response to feet appearing in their peripheral vision[1], for it all to go a bit wrong. Fortunately, at those sort of speeds it's only usually people's phones or bike lights that get properly injured.
[1] While the recumbent is cool, it's a poor choice of bike for this sort of riding. I only do it because I've had a lot of practice riding slowly, check my blind spots obsessively and try to be as predictable as possible, which is how I always end up at the back of the group.
Post by: matthew on 02 March, 2013, 05:06:47 pm
Jealous doesn't come close.
Post by: teamonster on 02 March, 2013, 06:14:38 pm
Post by: Bledlow on 02 March, 2013, 07:47:32 pm
Saw a couple who put me in mind of them, a bit over an hour ago.
Post by: Karla on 03 March, 2013, 06:06:37 pm
Post by: CrinklyUncle on 03 March, 2013, 06:59:22 pm
Deano, out for a ride near Stamford Bridge, a long way from home.
I spotted Mr Bunbury as I was riding with Deano.
If you had been about 30 seconds earlier you would have also seen LG, Crusty, CL and CA.
Post by: Deano on 03 March, 2013, 07:00:20 pm
Deano, out for a ride near Stamford Bridge, a long way from home.
I spotted Mr Bunbury as I was riding with Deano.
If you had been about 30 seconds earlier you would have also seen LG, Crusty, CL and CA.
Nice to be spotted - but bunbury, how did you miss all the others?
Post by: Karla on 04 March, 2013, 05:49:50 pm
As for the others, no idea.
Post by: Pingu on 04 March, 2013, 10:11:20 pm
Post by: Kim on 08 March, 2013, 07:10:00 pm
Post by: alexb on 09 March, 2013, 01:05:24 pm
Wowbagger on b3ta!
Post by: jogler on 09 March, 2013, 01:56:03 pm
Post by: Ham on 09 March, 2013, 02:04:17 pm
or have we?
Post by: CrinklyLion on 09 March, 2013, 03:14:26 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 09 March, 2013, 04:09:14 pm
I _may_ need to mop the living room floor at some point. And do a towel wash....
Post by: PaulR on 11 March, 2013, 01:50:28 pm
Also, admittedly not spotted by me but by my elder son: Valiant doing the sound at a gig in Limehouse Town Hall.Ah, was he a performer or just watching? How did he know it was I?
He'd mentioned he was going to the gig there and I said "Oh, I think Valiant off of the internets has been doing some work there" and he then said "I see from fartbook that your mate off the internets is going to be there" and then he said "Actually that Valiant chap is doing the sound".
Do you happen to know what happened to John Wall? Son was expecting him to be performing - was he v v late or not there at all?
Post by: Andrew Br on 11 March, 2013, 06:53:36 pm
I _may_ need to mop the living room floor at some point.
Sorry :-[
Thanks again for looking after us.
Post by: SpaceBadger on 14 March, 2013, 09:23:33 pm
Shining my shoes ;D
(...for Comic Relief :thumbsup:)
Post by: rogerzilla on 14 March, 2013, 09:27:58 pm
Post by: Ham on 14 March, 2013, 11:33:39 pm
We made £271.44 in 5 hours, which was a bit better than expected.
Was it because you were dynamic and superior?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EAcp0vMFYOo
Tell us the truth, Rog, you choreographed that didn't you, and selected the set.
Post by: Auntie Helen on 15 March, 2013, 12:50:35 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/60486_10151287699486557_1442856001_n.jpg)
Post by: clarion on 21 March, 2013, 08:34:47 am
Crock of Gold spotted at Tooting Bec, but traffic meant I couldn't catch him till Clapham, then we rode together to Oval.
A short while later, I spotted a Brompton in what they call Turkish Green, but might be mistaken for Celeste. It was, of course, NSTN on her new commute. :)
Sometimes it's worth being a few minutes later on the commute.
Post by: marcusjb on 21 March, 2013, 02:50:35 pm
Post by: Manotea on 21 March, 2013, 02:52:41 pm
On a friend's Facebook wall, a picture of a chum of hers called Jim
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/60486_10151287699486557_1442856001_n.jpg)
I imagine most of us will look like that one day. Well, those with hair, anyway.
Post by: Phixie on 21 March, 2013, 08:50:20 pm
Someone who was the spitting image of Richard (FWC-organiser) Phipps (occasionaly OTP, phixie) - battling through the traffic off Piccadilly this lunchtime on a bright chrome machine (fixed I assume!).
Not a clone - 'twas the original! Sorry I didn't spot you Marcus, but we out-of-towners have to concentrate on the traffic. ;D
I thought I'd make the most of the weather before it breaks again to visit Tokyo Fixed.
And yes, that machine is fixed, with just a front brake; hence the need for concentration.
Belated virtual wave.
Best,
RP
Post by: shyumu on 27 March, 2013, 06:46:28 pm
Had a couple of pints of Doombar in Yarm with Deano.
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 28 March, 2013, 08:38:09 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 29 March, 2013, 12:00:23 am
Post by: Andrij on 29 March, 2013, 04:09:49 pm
Post by: Ham on 29 March, 2013, 05:11:08 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 30 March, 2013, 12:04:06 pm
Post by: clarion on 02 April, 2013, 08:35:23 am
Post by: CrinklyLion on 09 April, 2013, 03:11:34 pm
Post by: Oaky on 11 April, 2013, 08:31:15 am
Post by: Jurek on 12 April, 2013, 09:06:14 am
Post by: Andrij on 12 April, 2013, 09:08:27 am
EDIT: He beat me to it! 'another' is work colleague I've mentioned elsewhere.
Post by: jogler on 12 April, 2013, 10:15:33 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 12 April, 2013, 10:28:29 pm
Post by: TimO on 12 April, 2013, 10:50:59 pm
velosam, in my kitchen, with his bicycle. This is sort of like Cluedo, right?
Only if you murdered someone. :o
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 12 April, 2013, 10:57:34 pm
Post by: hellymedic on 13 April, 2013, 11:24:30 am
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 13 April, 2013, 04:14:30 pm
Post by: Valiant on 14 April, 2013, 03:11:15 am
Post by: CrinklyLion on 14 April, 2013, 03:21:05 pm
First up, That Deano round the Den, before he went to the station to catch a train.
Then That Deano again, at the station in Derby when I got there on the XC after his - and he was in the company of the lovely Tiptop, who took us out terribly civilised coffee, tea and biscuits where we subsequently spotted Rower40 when he joined us for the second round.
Then onto a East Midlands train, and onwards for a jogler-spotting opportunity after which, with a little ovlov assistance there was a Marj spotted. There may have been a bit of cakery....
Then on Saturday, joining 3 generations of the JoglerClan in a little trip to Tamworth, we all spotted Basil, Kim, Gerwinium, fboab, No1Son, No2Daughter, ChrisS, and rode round a rather pleasant 50 with them (not _quite_ the lanternes rouges and comprising probably a quarter of the field between us!) spotting along the way MarmiteGeoff, Androcles (and his now gigantically tall and rather faster that 2 years ago boy!), Jethro, jonbuoy... and probably some other people that I've either forgotten I saw because there were a _lot_ of cyclists on the excellent Tamworth events despite the dodgy looking forecast, or for whom I didn't connect forum name to real life person.
Splendid stuff!
Post by: Andrij on 17 April, 2013, 09:34:10 am
Post by: Jurek on 17 April, 2013, 10:31:23 am
Post by: Valiant on 17 April, 2013, 11:53:46 am
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 17 April, 2013, 10:38:19 pm
NSTN and I zoomed past each other on the commute this morning. yacf jerseys do help in spotting folk. :)
Yes, there was just time to shout hello as we passed in our respective processions of cyclists on blue paint. If I had murderous look on my face it was because I was planning how to kill the next cyclist who played 'chicken' with me by riding straight at me while overtaking.
Valiant, you weren't on the canal today were you? With a camera?
Post by: Valiant on 18 April, 2013, 12:53:23 am
Post by: jane on 18 April, 2013, 06:26:07 am
Post by: Jurek on 18 April, 2013, 10:40:15 am
I guessed correctly that that was where you were heading :smug:
Post by: jane on 18 April, 2013, 12:15:29 pm
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 18 April, 2013, 01:00:53 pm
Walked passed someone wheeling an olive LHT in Leeds station. Thought idly "Wonder if that's someone from yacf". By the time I thought 'ginger hair' + '26"-wheeled LHT' and added it up to 'Peliroja' it was a bit late to go back and say hello.
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 19 April, 2013, 06:51:05 pm
Post by: Andrij on 19 April, 2013, 06:52:25 pm
Andrij, again. This will likely be a regular occurrence!
:thumbsup:
Post by: CrinklyLion on 19 April, 2013, 11:31:52 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 20 April, 2013, 12:49:19 am
Quote
We were midnight searchers for bikes. First we saw one bike. But it had no lights. That's not them! Then we saw another. But this one was on the path. That's not them! Then we saw three bikes, all on the road. Was that them? No! Their lights are rubbish! Then we saw Kim. Then we saw all the other cyclists cycling past. I couldn't count them all because they were too fast.
Post by: clarion on 20 April, 2013, 08:26:48 am
Post by: L CC on 20 April, 2013, 05:34:35 pm
Post by: Arch on 20 April, 2013, 05:39:54 pm
Then loads of 'em, as well as plenty from over the road, when the pyjama-clad SmallestCub and I sneaked out for a midnight moonlit adventure to the end of our street. He dictated a not-ride report...QuoteWe were midnight searchers for bikes. First we saw one bike. But it had no lights. That's not them! Then we saw another. But this one was on the path. That's not them! Then we saw three bikes, all on the road. Was that them? No! Their lights are rubbish! Then we saw Kim. Then we saw all the other cyclists cycling past. I couldn't count them all because they were too fast.
Love that report, he's got the makings of a great commentator, makes more sense than most of 'em.
MFWHTBAB and I spotted Kim as we loaded the car with car boot booty at lunchtime. We showed off my new vintage toaster, and MFWHTBAB's four new tree saws.
Post by: Auntie Helen on 20 April, 2013, 06:44:52 pm
We were spotted (well- sought out ) by Aunty Helen late yesterday evening, and very lovely it was to see her. And then today, we saw her again as we reached the last few miles of the G&Y fields, and that was lovely too, as we'd just been taking about her as we remembered the ride we'd done way back last winter which covered the same lanes.Spotted fboab and Chris S twice, as listed above. Plus lots of other people.
I decided to cycle the G&Y Fields route backwards up till the point where it becomes one way and see who I bumped into - saw fboab and Chris fairly soon, then Marcusjb, then also pipsuds (he was briefly going the wrong way - he says he saw me in the distance). I then did a cross-country route alternative to make a nice round route and ended up at Manningtree Station where I saw JordanCarroll, pipsuds and a few others (didn't get all their names).
Going to an Audax start and finish is a good way of spotting some YACFers! And I only had to do 26 miles instead of 200!
Post by: Valiant on 21 April, 2013, 11:16:47 pm
Post by: Kim on 21 April, 2013, 11:50:29 pm
Jurek, then Wowbagger, then Kim.
Jurek and Wowbagger, fleeing the Den just as I arrived. Then CL for 15 minutes or so in the Den itself.
Then outside the Minster and at various points between York and Hull, assorted FNRttC types, many of whom are residents of this parish or the Other Place.
Then CL again with a sleepy looking SmallestCub, bike-spotting at the end of their road.
Then, on Saturday morning, MFWHTBAB and Arch, who were loading a collection of rather serious rusty saws into the back of the car, again on CL's road. They showed me their new vintage toaster, which wouldn't run off the inverter in MFWHTBAB's car (points for effort, and indeed having an inverter permanently installed for such occasions).
Then CL and both Cubs[1] back in the den, followed by a post-SMRbtY mcshroom.
And I suppose, in the interests of completeness, a barakta in roughly the same place I left her, on my eventual arrival back in Middle Earth.
[1] Points to EldestCub for greeting me with "Hi Kim. I've got a new Android device..." (to which I was fortunately able to reply "That's cool, so have I!")
Post by: fuzzy on 22 April, 2013, 09:19:17 am
Anyone here?
Post by: Jurek on 23 April, 2013, 09:12:23 am
Dave T the man behind The London Classic, formerly Caradoc on The Old Place, not sure if he's otp but I care not a jot as he's a damn fine fellow - at the top of Westferry Road where it meets Narrow Street.
So while we're exchanging a few pleasantries, who should cross our paths - non other than Notsototalnewbie, very much a-la-mode in a black yacf jersey, Brommy'ing her way eastwards.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 23 April, 2013, 10:25:41 am
Post by: PaulR on 23 April, 2013, 11:28:59 am
Dave T the man behind The London Classic, formerly Caradoc on The Old Place, not sure if he's otp but I care not a jot as he's a damn fine fellow - at the top of Westferry Road where it meets Narrow Street.
sfunny, I'd been wondering what had become of Caradoc and hadn't twigged that he'd changed his name.
I have a happy memory of descending on fixed into Brighton just behind him, finding it reassuring that if he could spin down there at about 35mph it was probably OK for me to do likewise. I was watching his chain, as there seemed to be a slight irregularity in it which made it jump ever so slightly. I was incapable of speech because of the RPM going on, even more so when his chain unshipped. Fortunately in a non-jamming way, so he was able to coast in to the kerb.
Post by: Jurek on 23 April, 2013, 12:01:07 pm
I simply wrote DaveT as I didn't want to write his full name.
I don't know that he has changed his name, I do know that Caradoc isn't a member on here - and you doubtless know what his name is on LFGSS. ;)
EDIT: BTW Did you notice that Caradoc Street was included in the route of The London Classic?
Post by: PaulR on 23 April, 2013, 12:21:53 pm
Post by: Jurek on 23 April, 2013, 12:30:09 pm
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 23 April, 2013, 07:10:59 pm
Double whammy this morning....
Dave T the man behind The London Classic, formerly Caradoc on The Old Place, not sure if he's otp but I care not a jot as he's a damn fine fellow - at the top of Westferry Road where it meets Narrow Street.
So while we're exchanging a few pleasantries, who should cross our paths - non other than Notsototalnewbie, very much a-la-mode in a black yacf jersey, Brommy'ing her way eastwards.
Sorry I didn't notice you til the last minute - the sun was in my eyes so you were mostly a silhouette!
Post by: Pippa on 24 April, 2013, 09:53:51 am
Post by: Andrij on 24 April, 2013, 10:03:23 am
NSTN is a popular one to spot. We had an exchange of furious waving on Narrow Street this morning :D
Which means I must have been only a minute or two ahead of you as I saw her crossing Butchers Row.
Post by: giropaul on 24 April, 2013, 07:16:08 pm
Post by: IanDG on 24 April, 2013, 07:17:27 pm
The unmistakable rear view of the Basil, walking from his (presumed) bike park into Five Ways House. I was on the glass bridge, and suited up for working, so Basil wouldn't have recognised me anyway :)
I don't think I'd recognise you in a suit ;)
(and I've let you rub my legs)
Post by: Basil on 24 April, 2013, 07:36:31 pm
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 24 April, 2013, 08:57:31 pm
NSTN is a popular one to spot. We had an exchange of furious waving on Narrow Street this morning :D
Which means I must have been only a minute or two ahead of you as I saw her crossing Butchers Row.
Very nice to see you both!
Post by: giropaul on 24 April, 2013, 10:24:44 pm
Hi Paul. I'm a little worried that my rear is "unmistakable" :)
You mean there are two or more people in blue cycling tops and 3/4 legs in the building?
Post by: alexb on 24 April, 2013, 11:34:32 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 28 April, 2013, 09:30:51 pm
Post by: shyumu on 29 April, 2013, 09:11:35 am
Nice to see Crinkles out on her bicycle and enjoying some of Teesside's wonderful cake at Roots cafe.
(Edit removed real name and replaced with real forum name - oops)
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 29 April, 2013, 12:10:27 pm
http://unitedwithisrael.org/celebrating-lag-bomer-in-israel/
Post by: CrinklyLion on 30 April, 2013, 09:34:47 am
Post by: interzen on 30 April, 2013, 12:50:37 pm
Interzen, out in the sunshine with Gina.On my way to work, though, and matters weren't helped by misbehaving gears1 halfway up Malton Road :-\
1 - note to self: you really need to strip down and regrease the Alfine's internals.
Post by: Ham on 30 April, 2013, 12:55:18 pm
Post by: interzen on 30 April, 2013, 12:58:48 pm
note to Interzen - it might always be the Alfine death rattle :(If that's the case then it'll be the excuse I need to convert the 1x1 to fixed and transplant the Alfine-11 onto the orange Genesis.
Post by: bloomers100 on 01 May, 2013, 07:01:47 pm
Post by: bobb on 01 May, 2013, 07:07:21 pm
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 01 May, 2013, 07:09:06 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 02 May, 2013, 12:32:58 am
Cup of coffee anna good chinwag before he had to disappear to catch an M62 back to Essex . . .
What a nice chap!
Post by: clarion on 02 May, 2013, 12:02:12 pm
Post by: Gandalf on 03 May, 2013, 07:01:05 pm
Post by: Phixie on 03 May, 2013, 09:42:43 pm
Wasn't it a pefect afternoon for a pootle?
Post by: Gandalf on 04 May, 2013, 12:23:18 pm
You got to your computer before I did, Gandalf! Good to see you - we'll have to talk more next time. I was aware someone was riding very steadily behind me and wouldn't have said anything, but, then as you overtook saw the yacf top :thumbsup:
Wasn't it a pefect afternoon for a pootle?
Indeed it was, sadly on gardening duties today. I often do that route, so I'll keep an eye out.
Post by: woollypigs on 04 May, 2013, 12:25:48 pm
Indeed it was, sadly on gardening duties today. I often do that route, so I'll keep an eye out.Like this ? https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=71155.0
Post by: Gandalf on 04 May, 2013, 07:56:24 pm
Indeed it was, sadly on gardening duties today. I often do that route, so I'll keep an eye out.Like this ? https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=71155.0
Not with a mahoosively overgrown 'Rosa filipes Kifsgate' and various bamboos to tame, we'd be in Maquis De sade territory :)
Post by: mcshroom on 04 May, 2013, 08:06:27 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 05 May, 2013, 01:38:05 am
He's off his normal patch. Was he a bit lost? ;D
Yes, he was aiming for Yorkshire and missed! ;D
Post by: mcshroom on 06 May, 2013, 05:25:04 pm
Post by: PaulR on 07 May, 2013, 12:24:44 pm
He and Rebecca were doing the same shorter version of the IoW Randonnee as me, Mrs R and son #2 in blazing sunshine.
Top day!
Post by: marcusjb on 10 May, 2013, 09:37:08 pm
Post by: marcusjb on 13 May, 2013, 10:31:54 am
Post by: PAC on 17 May, 2013, 12:09:56 am
Post by: Dibdib on 17 May, 2013, 01:54:14 am
Post by: Auntie Helen on 17 May, 2013, 06:32:27 am
In my defence, I had been told he was in America!
Post by: fuzzy on 17 May, 2013, 02:12:07 pm
Post by: Andrij on 18 May, 2013, 06:58:30 pm
Post by: jane on 18 May, 2013, 07:53:36 pm
I was on the way home from back marking the New Newham ride http://lcc.org.uk/events/new-newham-ride-3 (http://lcc.org.uk/events/new-newham-ride-3) with a bunch of south London interlopers. Nearly came a cropper climbing up Beckton Alps.
Post by: Andrij on 18 May, 2013, 09:40:40 pm
OTOH, it seems the New Newham ride ate most of the cakes Fat Boy's. >:(
Post by: Ray 6701 on 19 May, 2013, 02:26:00 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 20 May, 2013, 07:15:32 am
Edit: I think it could well have been Bikey Mikey.
Edit edit: It was not Mikey!
Edit edit edit: It was the cyclist known to this forum as Titaniumrider.
Post by: clarion on 20 May, 2013, 08:43:15 am
Post by: Jurek on 21 May, 2013, 01:56:41 pm
I think I saw the former Peewit (can't remember current name, sorry) on New Kent Road, riding a Pearson.The location fits, if it was blue in colour it'll most likely have been PaulR.
Post by: PaulR on 21 May, 2013, 02:11:16 pm
Post by: clarion on 21 May, 2013, 02:35:17 pm
You were going well, ahead of the pack, I'm pleased to report :thumbsup:
I wasn't awheel, but hefting a large green & yellow tent bag along the street.
Post by: PaulR on 21 May, 2013, 02:39:02 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 23 May, 2013, 05:25:37 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 24 May, 2013, 07:16:37 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/970620_10151574935311839_1143215255_n.jpg)
Who else!
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/253273_10151574935816839_1634961672_n.jpg)
Which reminded me - Arch, after we spotted you t'other day, SmallestCub decreed that we have to invite you for tea again one day soon!
Post by: BSRU on 24 May, 2013, 08:17:08 pm
CycleChat jersey in Swindon yesterday evening, anyone here? *waves*Sorry for the delay answering, another CC jersey wearer informed me I may have been spotted and I realised I have been reading this forum without being registered :-[.
It could have been me, probably the only CC wearer in Wiltshire but could have been an outsider :P
Can you remember where and approximately what time?
Post by: Arch on 24 May, 2013, 09:52:34 pm
Who could it be?
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/970620_10151574935311839_1143215255_n.jpg)
Who else!
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/253273_10151574935816839_1634961672_n.jpg)
Which reminded me - Arch, after we spotted you t'other day, SmallestCub decreed that we have to invite you for tea again one day soon!
I'd be delighted to come for tea! Chuck some dates at me and we'll sort something out.
Post by: Kim on 24 May, 2013, 10:14:25 pm
I'd be delighted to come for tea! Chuck some dates at me[...]
That gave me entirely the wrong mental image.
Post by: Arch on 24 May, 2013, 10:26:49 pm
Quote from: Kim link=topic=5506.msg :smug:1490452#msg1490452 date=1369430065
I'd be delighted to come for tea! Chuck some dates at me[...]
That gave me entirely the wrong mental image.
Yeah, I like dates up to a couple, but they don't make a proper tea or dinner.
Post by: Jaded on 25 May, 2013, 01:02:34 am
Post by: BSRU on 25 May, 2013, 07:33:25 pm
CycleChat jersey in Swindon yesterday evening, anyone here? *waves*Did you see me outside the TA centre, were you wearing a red top with a white hoop/band, pale blue cycling cap, red socks and white legs ;D
Post by: Dibdib on 26 May, 2013, 07:15:50 am
CycleChat jersey in Swindon yesterday evening, anyone here? *waves*Sorry for the delay answering, another CC jersey wearer informed me I may have been spotted and I realised I have been reading this forum without being registered :-[.
It could have been me, probably the only CC wearer in Wiltshire but could have been an outsider :P
Can you remember where and approximately what time?
Junction of Church Place and Faringdon Road, I think, about 5:30pm?
Either way, hello!
Edit:
CycleChat jersey in Swindon yesterday evening, anyone here? *waves*Did you see me outside the TA centre, were you wearing a red top with a white hoop/band, pale blue cycling cap, red socks and white legs ;D
Guilty as charged - I dislike being cold so I'm only just transitioning from longs to shorts!
Post by: BSRU on 26 May, 2013, 02:36:49 pm
I never wear shorts even on the hottest day, I wear 3/4 longs, so my legs are pasty white all year round ;D.CycleChat jersey in Swindon yesterday evening, anyone here? *waves*Sorry for the delay answering, another CC jersey wearer informed me I may have been spotted and I realised I have been reading this forum without being registered :-[.
It could have been me, probably the only CC wearer in Wiltshire but could have been an outsider :P
Can you remember where and approximately what time?
Junction of Church Place and Faringdon Road, I think, about 5:30pm?
Either way, hello!
Edit:CycleChat jersey in Swindon yesterday evening, anyone here? *waves*Did you see me outside the TA centre, were you wearing a red top with a white hoop/band, pale blue cycling cap, red socks and white legs ;D
Guilty as charged - I dislike being cold so I'm only just transitioning from longs to shorts!
Post by: marcusjb on 27 May, 2013, 08:01:02 pm
Post by: Phixie on 27 May, 2013, 08:13:54 pm
Later on, whilst I was carbo-loading and rehydrating in Plaistow, who should come by but Jeff E who stopped for a chat. He was finding the wind a problem (it seemed quite strong and very cool out of the sun) and as he was chilling in a bad way he set off home to salvage some brownie points.
Lovely day out there; the weather still can't conform to stereotype, thank goodness, for once.
Post by: David Martin on 27 May, 2013, 09:14:58 pm
..d
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 27 May, 2013, 10:06:28 pm
Post by: Vince on 28 May, 2013, 09:18:18 am
(Not as coincidental as it sounds!)
Post by: hellymedic on 28 May, 2013, 02:10:43 pm
Post by: Vince on 28 May, 2013, 02:19:14 pm
Post by: clarion on 28 May, 2013, 02:20:20 pm
No. On account of the lack of hills.
Post by: Auntie Helen on 28 May, 2013, 08:38:22 pm
Pic of him on his Mercian is in this post - can't link to the picture on the iPad.
http://www.auntiehelen.co.uk/ko2ko-to-dusseldorf/
Post by: Pippa on 29 May, 2013, 10:32:34 am
Post by: clarion on 29 May, 2013, 10:53:59 am
Post by: L CC on 29 May, 2013, 01:49:57 pm
So far at the Gatliff in Howmore we met a chap who knows eck OTP.Doesn't everyone know eck? He's, well, internationally famous, is eck.
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 29 May, 2013, 07:23:40 pm
Post by: billplumtree on 29 May, 2013, 08:44:16 pm
Post by: Pippa on 30 May, 2013, 06:36:58 pm
Post by: Jurek on 30 May, 2013, 08:58:37 pm
Not a direct forumite but one known to those of a FNRttC persuasion - Graham Hill, friend of Simon Legg, Cheam and Morden gent and originator of the Gurkha bridge route on the Felpham ride. I remember him battling with a very borked wheel on a Brighton ride. Anyway, he is the warden at the youth hostel on the Isle of Raasay.Blimey!
That's a bit out of the way for a C&M dweller....
Just sayin'... like....
EDIT: Now that you mention it his moniker in another place is, I believe, Raasay Warden....
Post by: Andrij on 30 May, 2013, 09:25:03 pm
Post by: Redlight on 30 May, 2013, 09:34:10 pm
Post by: Jurek on 30 May, 2013, 10:18:28 pm
Do we know a gent, partial to wearing a pith helmet and riding on aDescription fits Joff Summerfield.batteredwell worn, green (?) penny farthing? Spotted said chap as he was cycling west along Poplar High Street this evening.
Location makes sense.
Occasionally otp, I believe.
Post by: Wowbagger on 30 May, 2013, 10:46:03 pm
Post by: Andrij on 31 May, 2013, 06:22:06 am
Post by: Jurek on 31 May, 2013, 06:24:11 am
Which kinda fits with the Poplar High Street spot.
Post by: jane on 31 May, 2013, 06:41:25 am
Adamski and I are cycling in the Outer Hebrides. So far at the Gatliff in Howmore we met a chap who knows eck OTP. And over the last few days we've kept bumping into a chap and upon chatting to him this morning at the Berneray Gatliff turns out is billplumtree. Small world. Big community.You must be following the same route as Frances and I did, twelve years ago. How magical a place is Berneray? On the beach at Howmore, the wind was so strong, Frances and I played a game of testing how far we could lean backwards into it without falling over. Did you stay at Rhenigidale? I would say that I was feeling homesick, except it's not my home!
So glad you have seen Scotland at its best.
Post by: Andrij on 31 May, 2013, 09:10:03 am
His new workshop is in Trinity Buoy Wharf.
Which kinda fits with the Poplar High Street spot.
Oh! I did not know that. Well, I now feel secure in saying "Spotted Joff last night."
Must ask if he's around on Saturdays and welcomes casual visitors - might make for an interesting stop on my TPM.
Post by: shyumu on 31 May, 2013, 10:40:20 pm
Post by: contango on 31 May, 2013, 10:59:23 pm
Just out of interest, was anyone here in Richmond Park this afternoon wearing a jersey with details of a coffee roaster on the back? I think it was either on or just above the centre pocket.
Post by: Jaded on 01 June, 2013, 01:28:02 am
Post by: jogler on 01 June, 2013, 08:27:52 am
Pleasemisspleasemissiknoiwiknow
WINDY
:thumbsup:
Post by: CrinklyLion on 01 June, 2013, 09:44:23 am
Post by: Jaded on 01 June, 2013, 11:38:45 am
Post by: jogler on 01 June, 2013, 11:49:37 am
jogler gets the Standing Stone of Delight Award.
thanks.Marj will be delighted :demon: ;) ;D
Post by: CrinklyLion on 03 June, 2013, 03:18:53 pm
Post by: Feline on 04 June, 2013, 01:05:07 am
Post by: RJ on 04 June, 2013, 01:03:42 pm
Post by: jogler on 04 June, 2013, 01:12:54 pm
Featured in the current Easyjet in-flight mag's one-pager on World Naked Bike Ride (oh - the irony), the unmistakable Tilly-Hat-and-beard of Wowbagger ...
is that a euphanism?
;D
Post by: RJ on 04 June, 2013, 01:14:16 pm
Post by: marcusjb on 04 June, 2013, 01:31:25 pm
I've spotted IanH, Chuffy, Baggy, RegT, GrahamG, Bikey-Mikey, dkhan400, Henry, Jonah, Parky, marcusjb, Phil W, Pete Mas and possibly others. I helped feed them on the K&SW 600, I hope they're still alive ;D
It must have been my double! ;)
Post by: Tim Hall on 06 June, 2013, 03:36:03 pm
Post by: Ian H on 06 June, 2013, 09:04:07 pm
I've spotted IanH, Chuffy, Baggy, RegT, GrahamG, Bikey-Mikey, dkhan400, Henry, Jonah, Parky, marcusjb, Phil W, Pete Mas and possibly others. I helped feed them on the K&SW 600, I hope they're still alive ;D
It must have been my double! ;)
You were there in spirit.
Post by: Jurek on 08 June, 2013, 07:08:07 pm
Astride a British Racing Green steed, wearing a peaked (non-cycling) cap.
This morning, heading east past Paolo's on the Uxbridge Road while we breakfasted (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=71474.msg1499745#msg1499745) within...
Was it you, Frank?
Post by: L CC on 08 June, 2013, 07:13:59 pm
Nice to meet you!
Post by: CrinklyLion on 08 June, 2013, 10:30:09 pm
Meet AUK's newest and possibly smallest unofficial cake-stop volunteers!
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/943467_10151600653301839_544480426_n.jpg)
I am reassured that a significant proportion of the field respond to the call "We Have Cake!" on a sunny afternoon.
Post by: hulver on 09 June, 2013, 02:10:06 pm
Post by: Pedal Castro on 09 June, 2013, 02:30:48 pm
Pedal Castro introduced himself.
Nice to meet you!
At the Iceni event. Nice to meet you and Chris S too. I must point out though, we only saw each other at the stops as I am a lot slower than you are! :-)
Post by: Auntie Helen on 09 June, 2013, 03:36:06 pm
Post by: Ray 6701 on 09 June, 2013, 03:53:18 pm
Many of the Moors and Woldsers, at the duck puddle in Stamford Bridge including a several otp.
Meet AUK's newest and possibly smallest unofficial cake-stop volunteers!
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/943467_10151600653301839_544480426_n.jpg)
I am reassured that a significant proportion of the field respond to the call "We Have Cake!" on a sunny afternoon.
Thanks Crinkles & Crinkly Cubs! As ever a good job well done :thumbsup:
Post by: Gus on 11 June, 2013, 05:31:04 pm
Featured in the current Easyjet in-flight mag's one-pager on World Naked Bike Ride (oh - the irony), the unmistakable Tilly-Hat-and-beard of Wowbagger ...
Not forgetting that he was in company with Julian ( She had been dressed up with strategically placed flowers by easyjet)
Post by: Redlight on 12 June, 2013, 02:32:18 pm
Post by: Julian on 12 June, 2013, 02:41:23 pm
Featured in the current Easyjet in-flight mag's one-pager on World Naked Bike Ride (oh - the irony), the unmistakable Tilly-Hat-and-beard of Wowbagger ...
Not forgetting that he was in company with Julian ( She had been dressed up with strategically placed flowers by easyjet)
*chokes on coffee*
WHAT?? :o ;D
Post by: Greenbank on 12 June, 2013, 02:44:40 pm
Post by: Andrij on 12 June, 2013, 02:47:58 pm
Post by: clarion on 12 June, 2013, 02:53:24 pm
Post by: Julian on 12 June, 2013, 02:59:00 pm
(I stopped doing the WNBR because I decided I should be concerned about ending up in the papers. Oh well.)
Post by: Redlight on 12 June, 2013, 05:04:45 pm
http://traveller.easyjet.com/features/2013/06/world-naked-bike-ride
Wowbagger does appear to be wearing the largest condom I've ever seen. (OTOH I may have led a very sheltered life)
Post by: Ham on 13 June, 2013, 01:29:42 pm
via http://www.demotix.com/news/2132780/world-naked-bike-ride-2013-london
Post by: Tim Hall on 13 June, 2013, 10:31:03 pm
...and in 2013 http://static4.demotix.com/sites/default/files/imagecache/a_scale_large/2100-4/photos/1370716263-world-naked-bike-ride-2013-in-london_2132774.jpgI'd say that's Damerell, OTP, just beyond him, holding a Brompton.
via http://www.demotix.com/news/2132780/world-naked-bike-ride-2013-london
Post by: Tewdric on 13 June, 2013, 10:36:00 pm
That was from 2008! Mercury Phil OTP is also visible, and so is Charlotte's thigh if you recognise her old bike.
(I stopped doing the WNBR because I decided I should be concerned about ending up in the papers. Oh well.)
It could be a great scoop for Counsel magazine.. ;)
Post by: mcshroom on 13 June, 2013, 10:45:21 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 14 June, 2013, 09:29:50 am
...and in 2013 http://static4.demotix.com/sites/default/files/imagecache/a_scale_large/2100-4/photos/1370716263-world-naked-bike-ride-2013-in-london_2132774.jpgThat's a relief!
via http://www.demotix.com/news/2132780/world-naked-bike-ride-2013-london
I haven't seen an official estimate of the number on the ride, but there are over 1000 photos on the Flickr group and I didn't appear to be in any of them. Given that lots of those pictures are crowd shots, I was beginning to think that I was being airbrushed from history. :P
Post by: Auntie Helen on 14 June, 2013, 09:56:46 am
(http://www.auntiehelen.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/20130614-093717.jpg)
(http://www.auntiehelen.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/20130614-094144.jpg)
(http://www.auntiehelen.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/20130614-094417.jpg)
Post by: Vince on 14 June, 2013, 11:52:19 am
I was going to post a photo of Helen's poffetjes, raspberries, cream and ice cream with the caption "Guess who"
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t140/VinceHall/2013-06-13203743_zpsd412702d.jpg)
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t140/VinceHall/2013-06-13193422_zps99db7c0b.jpg)
Post by: Steph on 16 June, 2013, 08:39:54 am
Post by: woollypigs on 18 June, 2013, 10:42:29 am
And we got a hard copy now ... let the blackmail begin :)Featured in the current Easyjet in-flight mag's one-pager on World Naked Bike Ride (oh - the irony), the unmistakable Tilly-Hat-and-beard of Wowbagger ...
Not forgetting that he was in company with Julian ( She had been dressed up with strategically placed flowers by easyjet)
*chokes on coffee*
WHAT?? :o ;D
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 18 June, 2013, 01:03:00 pm
Post by: Feline on 18 June, 2013, 09:32:46 pm
I think that's my first ever forumite spot on a commute!
Post by: LindaG on 18 June, 2013, 11:02:16 pm
And then, once the boys had gone, billplumtree came and rode his bike with me too. Then he made vegetable-pilaff-to-die-for, and sticky toffee pudding and custard, and he brought ginger beer, and was excellent company.
I am incredibly lucky. Thanks you lot.
:-* :-* :-*
Post by: Jurek on 18 June, 2013, 11:04:46 pm
Last week: Deano and Mcshroom, who most kindly agreed to keep me company for a couple of days when I ran away to the country. Bike rides; pubs; friends; what could be better?This place is kinda alright.
And then, once the boys had gone, billplumtree came and rode his bike with me too. Then he made vegetable-pilaff-to-die-for, and sticky toffee pudding and custard, and he brought ginger beer, and was excellent company.
I am incredibly lucky. Thanks you lot.
:-* :-* :-*
Innit?
Post by: LindaG on 18 June, 2013, 11:07:31 pm
Last week: Deano and Mcshroom, who most kindly agreed to keep me company for a couple of days when I ran away to the country. Bike rides; pubs; friends; what could be better?This place is kinda alright.
And then, once the boys had gone, billplumtree came and rode his bike with me too. Then he made vegetable-pilaff-to-die-for, and sticky toffee pudding and custard, and he brought ginger beer, and was excellent company.
I am incredibly lucky. Thanks you lot.
:-* :-* :-*
Innit?
Aye. That it is. :)
Post by: RW on 18 June, 2013, 11:29:04 pm
I was spotted this morning by what looked like an owdbob...
Morning Steph ;)
Post by: Jurek on 20 June, 2013, 08:15:22 pm
Cyclist on a dark (black?) hybrid/commuter.
What I spotted was the
'LEL?' I shouted.
Got a confirmatory nod and grin in response.
Anyone on here?
Post by: David Martin on 20 June, 2013, 11:33:56 pm
Post by: Polar Bear on 21 June, 2013, 08:23:26 pm
Post by: Aidan on 22 June, 2013, 08:31:39 pm
Post by: Kim on 23 June, 2013, 12:35:39 am
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 23 June, 2013, 08:27:23 am
Pretty sure I saw crinklyauntie ( there can't be two pink bikes like that) and maybe crinklyuncle on Hull road in York around 11.00am this morning. Whave been themas driving past so couldn't stop and say hello
That would have been them (I was there too) - we were heading out to Millington. Kim saw us on the way back!
Post by: Aidan on 23 June, 2013, 11:17:27 am
Ah! I thought there were 3 of you, but was blinded by the pinkness ;D lovely day for it, much nicer than shopping in central York I'm surePretty sure I saw crinklyauntie ( there can't be two pink bikes like that) and maybe crinklyuncle on Hull road in York around 11.00am this morning. Whave been themas driving past so couldn't stop and say hello
That would have been them (I was there too) - we were heading out to Millington. Kim saw us on the way back!
Post by: fuzzy on 28 June, 2013, 01:37:57 pm
http://www.flickr.com/photos/swindonlocal/9105173743/lightbox/
;D
Post by: clarion on 28 June, 2013, 02:45:16 pm
Post by: jogler on 29 June, 2013, 01:13:56 pm
Post by: Karla on 29 June, 2013, 03:56:51 pm
Post by: simonp on 29 June, 2013, 06:30:29 pm
Post by: slowfen on 01 July, 2013, 08:39:39 pm
The Slofens at Wheems campsite, South Ronaldsay, Orkney. Tea, Slofens's very own fruit cake and great company. :thumbsup:
Thanks for the company and coffee, hope you enjoyed the rest of your stay, and the eventual nice day
Post by: Gandalf on 07 July, 2013, 01:49:59 pm
Post by: marcusjb on 07 July, 2013, 02:03:36 pm
Unidentified rider in an Audax England shirt shortly afterwards out on a club run.
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 07 July, 2013, 06:05:37 pm
Spotted Wascally Weasel in Leatherhead this morning in his Pirate Jersey.
Was that you I saw in the blue yacf jersey then?
Post by: Steph on 07 July, 2013, 06:57:16 pm
Post by: Gandalf on 07 July, 2013, 08:13:01 pm
Spotted Wascally Weasel in Leatherhead this morning in his Pirate Jersey.
Was that you I saw in the blue yacf jersey then?
Yes, I nipping into the telephone exchange for a wee
Post by: clarion on 07 July, 2013, 08:33:15 pm
Post by: little miss mac on 07 July, 2013, 10:10:39 pm
Little Miss and Master Mac, purely by chance, as they were leaving Barnes reserve today.
Lovely to see you :)
Post by: clarion on 08 July, 2013, 09:37:09 am
Post by: little miss mac on 08 July, 2013, 03:33:28 pm
Post by: IbisTouche on 08 July, 2013, 06:13:08 pm
Carsten aka IbisTouche
Post by: Pedal Castro on 08 July, 2013, 10:24:38 pm
Post by: Basil on 08 July, 2013, 10:34:39 pm
If Kim rides the lanes south of Brum, her way home will invariably be down the Raddlebarn Road past The Country Girl.
Where am I likely to be at 9 pm on a Monday night? OK. As I'm dog sitting, where am I likely to be sitting outside the front of?
So. Spotted. Kim on her repugnant at 9 pm this evening.
:thumbsup: Blimey matey, I have to say that you looked imperiously cool as you sailed by. :thumbsup:
Post by: Kim on 08 July, 2013, 10:41:14 pm
Post by: L CC on 08 July, 2013, 11:42:04 pm
On Saturday between Sawtry and Oundle: yanto, adamski and the ChrisS/Fboab tandem. Oh, and marcusjb going through the bins outside Tesco in Oundle ::-)Spooky. I spotted a Pedal Castro in a mighty fine hat. :thumbsup:
Post by: Kim on 10 July, 2013, 07:38:35 pm
(The predictive text on my phone parsed 'primrose' as "spinsore", which seems apt.)
Then I nipped back out to the local Royal Mail delivery office to collect a terrifyingly large package of documents from HMRC, presumably the result of a DPA request by barakta. Came back past the country girl, but failed to spot Basil (unless he's put on lots of weight and been over-enthusiastic with the razor).
Post by: Basil on 10 July, 2013, 08:30:51 pm
Seems we have to go to the park and throw sticks. Which is something I don't get. ???
Post by: Kim on 10 July, 2013, 08:36:31 pm
HTH
Post by: Basil on 10 July, 2013, 08:39:33 pm
:facepalm:
;D
Post by: mercury on 10 July, 2013, 11:06:21 pm
Featured in the current Easyjet in-flight mag's one-pager on World Naked Bike Ride (oh - the irony), the unmistakable Tilly-Hat-and-beard of Wowbagger ...
And me
Post by: Basil on 13 July, 2013, 03:06:34 pm
Post by: Kim on 13 July, 2013, 03:48:39 pm
Post by: eck on 13 July, 2013, 07:57:20 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 13 July, 2013, 09:52:31 pm
Post by: Pingu on 14 July, 2013, 10:46:08 pm
Otherdave and I were pootling home to Kirriemuir this morning when we spied a brace of Pingus far from their normal habitat. Nice to see you both, hope you had a good day oot. :)
We did, tvm. It was nice to bump into you too (not literally of course). I hope you caught your other cycling buddy or did she do a Belkin to your Movistar?
Post by: Oaky on 14 July, 2013, 11:14:01 pm
An unknown roadie came past me, shortly followed by токамак (Chelmer cap and two familiar looking red panniers). The 'мак then carried on easily past Mr. Roadie. I tried to put on a bit of a spurt to get within shouting distance, but a combination of a car slowing for the roundabout and Mr. Roadie foiled that.
Post by: Butterfly on 15 July, 2013, 09:40:05 am
Post by: davelodwig on 15 July, 2013, 10:14:37 am
Post by: Marco Stefano on 16 July, 2013, 09:28:12 pm
Since it is Tuesday, was a Tuesday Night TT on the cards?
Post by: Oaky on 16 July, 2013, 09:38:48 pm
Post by: tiermat on 21 July, 2013, 06:38:37 pm
Associated family were also seen.
A great weekend of music, beer and food was had. Deano confused the ticket people by turning up on a bike! The cheek of that Northern scamp! :)
* We had arranged to camp together at Deershed4.
Post by: Nuncio on 22 July, 2013, 08:41:49 am
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 22 July, 2013, 09:21:46 am
Post by: fuzzy on 22 July, 2013, 11:36:40 am
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 22 July, 2013, 06:43:48 pm
Post by: barakta on 22 July, 2013, 07:23:44 pm
Post by: Jurek on 24 July, 2013, 11:41:27 am
Apologies, if it was, for not saying hello - still on auto pilot mode at that hour of the day.
Post by: Andrij on 24 July, 2013, 11:51:37 am
Post by: clarion on 25 July, 2013, 01:35:46 pm
Post by: Gandalf on 25 July, 2013, 02:04:45 pm
Post by: henshaw11 on 25 July, 2013, 02:26:44 pm
slim bloke, short (full) white beard, in KOM yacf jersey, Waterloo last wednesday
Any ideas?
Post by: Rain Dog on 25 July, 2013, 09:43:08 pm
Post by: clarion on 25 July, 2013, 10:13:01 pm
Post by: LEE on 25 July, 2013, 10:42:23 pm
I think there's a good chance that person can be identified. Not so many thereabouts, and it's a bit of an unusual commuting route, I'd have thought.
Wilmslow to Handforth, unusual? Seems very plausible to me (because I used to do it, on my way to Bramhall anyway)
Post by: Jaded on 26 July, 2013, 03:04:02 am
Post by: Illegal Combat Ant on 26 July, 2013, 11:58:05 am
Post by: Jaded on 26 July, 2013, 03:29:45 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 26 July, 2013, 03:40:43 pm
I spotted someone in a yellow (I think!) yacf jersey yesterday (or possibly Tuesday!) on my way home from work. We rode quite close to each other from Wilmslow to Handforth. Apologies for vagueness, but you've probably had descriptions that are even more vague before...
Sounds like me.
Silver bike with a Rohloff and you passed me before the BMW garage ?
ETA: it was Wednesday ;D
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 27 July, 2013, 02:15:05 pm
Post by: hulver on 27 July, 2013, 06:22:28 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 27 July, 2013, 07:31:25 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 27 July, 2013, 09:38:51 pm
A virtual, or should that be paper, spotting of Oscar's Dad - I think! He slid through my letterbox this morning...I spotted him too! :D
Post by: Greenbank on 27 July, 2013, 11:11:03 pm
Post by: Oaky on 28 July, 2013, 08:22:38 am
A virtual, or should that be paper, spotting of Oscar's Dad - I think! He slid through my letterbox this morning...I spotted him too! :D
That's got to be a scary experience in the morning if you're not prepared. Was he in a plain wrapper with appropriate warnings on it?
Post by: Redlight on 28 July, 2013, 11:26:01 am
Too many to mention today. Probably at least 50...
All at Loughton, by any chance? I spotted too many to list :-)
Post by: CrinklyLion on 28 July, 2013, 12:16:28 pm
Too many to mention today. Probably at least 50...
All at Loughton, by any chance? I spotted too many to list :-)
Ditto! But a special mention for the Lesser Spotted Larrington who I spotted having a sly fag behind the bike sheds in the rain and went for a pint with.
Post by: Dibdib on 28 July, 2013, 01:43:17 pm
Post by: matthew on 28 July, 2013, 01:52:54 pm
Thanks to Pippa for the lead back into the centre of London.
Post by: tiermat on 30 July, 2013, 01:32:54 pm
Post by: Rain Dog on 30 July, 2013, 05:46:15 pm
I spotted someone in a yellow (I think!) yacf jersey yesterday (or possibly Tuesday!) on my way home from work. We rode quite close to each other from Wilmslow to Handforth. Apologies for vagueness, but you've probably had descriptions that are even more vague before...
Sounds like me.
Silver bike with a Rohloff and you passed me before the BMW garage ?
ETA: it was Wednesday ;D
I'm afraid that I don't remember much about your bike but that sounds about right. And you're quite correct, it was Wednesday.
Post by: Arch on 30 July, 2013, 09:17:08 pm
A virtual, or should that be paper, spotting of Oscar's Dad - I think! He slid through my letterbox this morning...
Which reminds me: Any VeloVision readers will have spotted MFWHTBAB.
On the cover! :smug:
Post by: Butterfly on 31 July, 2013, 12:03:59 am
Post by: Greenbank on 31 July, 2013, 12:15:14 am
Too many to mention today. Probably at least 50...
All at Loughton, by any chance? I spotted too many to list :-)
Indeed. I said "Hello, do you have your rider number?" to 300+ people, many of them yacfers, plus a lot of yacfers helping out.
Hoping to top up on Thursday night/Friday morning at Loughton.
Post by: Arch on 31 July, 2013, 07:19:10 pm
We did :D
You probably won't be surprised to hear that the transformer pictured as a load on the cover was MFWHTBAB's own, being gifted to Pete Eland for his workshop. Compared to some of the loads he's carried, it's positively tiny!
Post by: Oscar's dad on 02 August, 2013, 02:14:58 am
A virtual, or should that be paper, spotting of Oscar's Dad - I think! He slid through my letterbox this morning...I spotted him too! :D
That's got to be a scary experience in the morning if you're not prepared. Was he in a plain wrapper with appropriate warnings on it?
;D
Post by: Jurek on 08 August, 2013, 10:03:30 pm
Just south of Westferry Circus - inevitable, given my commute - sooner or later it was bound to happen - in my view.
Scored a glass of rose and freaked her sister.
Double result :thumbsup:
Good to see you.
Post by: Dibdib on 10 August, 2013, 11:24:03 pm
Post by: clarion on 11 August, 2013, 11:01:33 am
Fab.
Post by: Valiant on 12 August, 2013, 04:15:16 am
Scored a glass of rose and freaked her sister.Blimey, you don't hang around do you?!
Post by: tiermat on 12 August, 2013, 08:34:26 am
It had been far too long (over 6 months) since we had seen them and we had a great time, talking shite and eating food...
Post by: arvid on 12 August, 2013, 08:48:14 am
Mcshroom, crinkly lion, lantern rouge, London Edinburgh London, feline, simonp, sandyv, greenbank. To talk to, chriss and fboab at a distance taking to crinkles. And someone else (male, Slim, Long pony tale) in a black jersey who I didn't speak to, being an anti social sort. (Me that is, not the spotee)
Possibly me. I was wearing my black yacf jersey with reverse chevrons on registration day. I didn't spot too many yacf shirts that day. You should've noticed that the pony tail was a braid though.
Post by: caerau on 12 August, 2013, 10:30:07 am
That Caerau, on the 200km audax we both did today, and completely serendipitously, That MattC heading in the other direction. :thumbsup:
I saw Chris S and fboab going in the other direction in Usk. Was MattC in Usk too then? Quite fun seeing other audaxers on another audax crossing paths :thumbsup:
Post by: Kim on 12 August, 2013, 11:04:50 pm
http://www.bbc.co.uk/mobile/iplayer/episode/b0387fgt/Midlands_Today_12_08_2013 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b0387fgt/Midlands_Today_12_08_2013)
(15 and a bit minutes in)
Post by: Torslanda on 12 August, 2013, 11:28:34 pm
Torslanda, plus clan, at our house yesterday.
It had been far too long (over 6 months) since we had seen them and we had a great time, talking shite and eating food...
Good thing we got that the right way round!
BTW 6 months is way too long. an awful lot can happen in that time.
Post by: Arellcat on 13 August, 2013, 09:44:53 pm
CrinklyCub, onna 'bent, on BBC West Midlands Today.
I just saw this today via Velovision. Was it the baraktacycle or another? I thought the rack bag looked vaguely Carradician.
Post by: Kim on 13 August, 2013, 09:59:22 pm
CrinklyCub, onna 'bent, on BBC West Midlands Today.
I just saw this today via Velovision. Was it the baraktacycle or another? I thought the rack bag looked vaguely Carradician.
'twas the baraktacycle, with my Carradice Prima on the back (well spotted!).
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 13 August, 2013, 10:58:31 pm
Post by: darkpoint on 14 August, 2013, 09:01:19 am
You: Black YACF top and a folder waiting on Heygate St.
You waved and I shoutd hello, sorry I was running late so didn't stop to chat.
Post by: Andrij on 14 August, 2013, 09:19:07 am
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 14 August, 2013, 05:34:54 pm
Post by: darkpoint on 15 August, 2013, 08:12:14 am
Yes it was me but I'm sure you were dressed in purple! I knew it was you as you'd been pointed out to me on the freecycle though we've never actually been introduced.
Looks at cycle top, oops yes it is purple.. was red the day before that.. I think.. err
Anyway, hello.. hope to get the chance to chat at somepoint soon.
Post by: L CC on 18 August, 2013, 06:58:25 pm
Post by: mattc on 18 August, 2013, 07:04:51 pm
Nah, I was just north of Yat Rock. Routechecking Severn Across bits with 2 other forumites from That London (who DibDib had passed fixing a flat).That Caerau, on the 200km audax we both did today, and completely serendipitously, That MattC heading in the other direction. :thumbsup:
I saw Chris S and fboab going in the other direction in Usk. Was MattC in Usk too then? Quite fun seeing other audaxers on another audax crossing paths :thumbsup:
So this all suggests we had 3 interlocking Audax routes (albeit one 3 months from its proper date). Any advance on that?
(obviousy there are higher crossing numbers, but you have to see some riders for it to count!)
Post by: Kim on 18 August, 2013, 07:28:32 pm
(http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/random/Photo0605.sized.jpg)
Post by: Wobbly John on 18 August, 2013, 09:12:06 pm
Wobbly John in Ely & District CC colours leaving Littleport, negotiating the roundabout on the A10.
Since it is Tuesday, was a Tuesday Night TT on the cards?
Just noticed this - I was on my way to the Mepal start of Ely's evening 10 mile TT on the summer fixie. Not to race, but to shove the riders off at the start. :smug:
I hope to race this week. :thumbsup:
Post by: Steph on 20 August, 2013, 06:23:42 pm
Post by: clarion on 20 August, 2013, 07:57:09 pm
But it weren't us. ;D
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 20 August, 2013, 10:36:58 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 21 August, 2013, 11:51:28 pm
Two folk whose names have escaped my memory, in the rain outside Brockenhurst Te*co on Saturday.
Reading elsewhere, I think one of them was frank9755 who lives over the (electronic) way.
He looks like this. But isn't always surrounded by a ship:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-8l6zwB9BizY/TiyFis6Qa7I/AAAAAAAAC1w/77jivvDeUFQ/s640/IMGP6638.JPG)
Post by: Steph on 22 August, 2013, 05:47:30 am
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 22 August, 2013, 01:12:07 pm
A fellow in a purple YACF jersey in Richmond Park this morning, a Mr Weasel perhaps?
Yes, that would have been me!
Post by: clarion on 22 August, 2013, 01:18:13 pm
Post by: Steph on 23 August, 2013, 09:18:42 am
Post by: Jurek on 29 August, 2013, 07:25:42 pm
Or is my eyesight getting worse?
You were too far away, and there was too much traffic noise for me to make my presence known - if it was you....
Post by: marcusjb on 30 August, 2013, 09:02:47 am
We share a good chunk of commute nowadays, since I moved to twickenham.
Nice to see him and chat about silly French hills.
Post by: L CC on 31 August, 2013, 08:07:22 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 31 August, 2013, 08:56:17 pm
a FNRTTC which Dr Google tells me was heading to Southwold. Any of us?
I think Adrian, full time grumpy git OTP and Ianrauk, also sometime OTP were meant to be on that one. Long Martin, northern monkey who did LEL, is also on The List I think.
Post by: L CC on 31 August, 2013, 09:02:44 pm
Post by: Adrian on 01 September, 2013, 07:59:10 pm
Well, we waved, and they waved back, anyway!Riding at the back, I did indeed wave back.
Post by: Bledlow on 01 September, 2013, 08:01:19 pm
Who was it?
I was with Mrs B & several others on a 90 mile Reading CTC ride to Lower Chute, organised by Cardiac OTP.
Post by: L CC on 01 September, 2013, 11:44:11 pm
Post by: fuzzy on 02 September, 2013, 09:18:57 am
Post by: ianrauk on 02 September, 2013, 10:20:35 pm
a FNRTTC which Dr Google tells me was heading to Southwold. Any of us?
I think Adrian, full time grumpy git OTP and Ianrauk, also sometime OTP were meant to be on that one. Long Martin, northern monkey who did LEL, is also on The List I think.
Not I or Martin... we are on next week's run
Post by: little miss mac on 02 September, 2013, 10:30:36 pm
Post by: Pippa on 03 September, 2013, 09:48:53 am
Unknown forumite between 11 & 12 this morning, heading from Hungerford in the direction of Kintbury. Pink YACF jersey, beard, accompanied by a woman not wearing YACF gear.
Who was it?
I was with Mrs B & several others on a 90 mile Reading CTC ride to Lower Chute, organised by Cardiac OTP.
I reckon that'd be adamski & Pippa.
Heh. It sounds like us, but we were on a ferry somewhere between France and the UK.
Post by: Bledlow on 03 September, 2013, 09:35:25 pm
So . . . who might it have been? Fairly burly bloke, IIRC, & wearing a cap. Both middle aged? I didn't get a long look. Didn't notice anything distinctive about the bikes.
Post by: iddu on 03 September, 2013, 10:30:22 pm
Aha!(http://www.smiley-faces.org/smiley-faces/smiley-face-whistle-2.gif) (http://www.smiley-faces.org) Burly? Middle-aged?? Love you too... ;)
So . . . who might it have been? Fairly burly bloke, IIRC, & wearing a cap. Both middle aged? I didn't get a long look. Didn't notice anything distinctive about the bikes.
Post by: Feanor on 03 September, 2013, 10:38:43 pm
I had someone I'd met on a ride looking for me on a Facebook cycling page, looking for the 'Older Gent' in his 'mid 40s'!
Post by: Bledlow on 04 September, 2013, 12:08:47 am
If either of you can think of a better description which conveys the desired information, please share it.
What's happening to language? Sturdy is now taken as a euphemism for fat by many people, which is bloody stupid. Now it seems we're about to lose burly, which is just as daft. Should I have written "differently slim"? :facepalm:
Post by: clarion on 04 September, 2013, 01:53:36 pm
Post by: clarion on 04 September, 2013, 09:04:08 pm
Post by: clarion on 04 September, 2013, 09:18:39 pm
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3701/9648897768_89f2b74791.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/93751227@N04/9648897768/)
DSCF1867 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/93751227@N04/9648897768/) by TJ Clarion (http://www.flickr.com/people/93751227@N04/)
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3666/9648904986_656deba5e5.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/93751227@N04/9648904986/)
DSCF1866 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/93751227@N04/9648904986/) by TJ Clarion (http://www.flickr.com/people/93751227@N04/)
Post by: iddu on 04 September, 2013, 11:15:45 pm
When did burly become unfavourable? It's what I'd call a solid, muscular bloke. And middle-aged is descriptive, not derogatory.He is stout. You are sturdy. We iz 'dimensionally challenged in occasional timeframes' :)
If either of you can think of a better description which conveys the desired information, please share it.
What's happening to language? Sturdy is now taken as a euphemism for fat by many people, which is bloody stupid. Now it seems we're about to lose burly, which is just as daft. Should I have written "differently slim"? :facepalm:
Post by: matthew on 05 September, 2013, 08:31:22 am
"Cinnamon Girl" ;)
Post by: Steph on 07 September, 2013, 08:51:33 pm
Post by: Redlight on 09 September, 2013, 03:19:43 pm
Post by: jane on 09 September, 2013, 03:46:52 pm
A quick flick through London Cyclist reveals the words of our Jane. :thumbsup:I had to chop a few miles off that route before they put it in! Still has White Down in it though.
Post by: Steph on 10 September, 2013, 04:53:40 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 19 September, 2013, 11:46:05 am
Post by: rower40 on 19 September, 2013, 07:30:39 pm
Post by: Steph on 19 September, 2013, 11:56:50 pm
Post by: clarion on 20 September, 2013, 11:31:46 am
Post by: Auntie Helen on 21 September, 2013, 08:34:37 am
Another "2D" sighting, which awaits many of you when you get home today - this time it's Auntie Helen!I still haven't received my copy!
Post by: Oscar's dad on 21 September, 2013, 09:56:38 am
Post by: CrinklyLion on 21 September, 2013, 11:22:20 am
Kim and Nikki, who appeared at the Den and then got dragged out to a gig where we spotted MrCharly (and Mrs MrCharly) and then this morning Interzen who called round to collect the intrepid Mordor-escapees and take them out for a gps data-generating bike ride in the name of Art. With added cake plans.
Post by: Tim Hall on 21 September, 2013, 08:59:51 pm
Post by: Arellcat on 21 September, 2013, 10:12:27 pm
Arellcat, OTVP, over a table and a cuppa this evening in "Look Mum No Hands" in Old St.
I'd nearly decided to spend a second teatime in Pizza Express! I'd had my fill of mental car and taxi drivers though and rather fancied the more familiar environment of bikes, wooden tables and music, so I gave my GPS a workout and parked myself and Henrietta Brompton inside the cafe, whereupon Steph arrived. :) Tea, hot chocolate, caramel shortbread and conversation was much better than eating pizza by myself.
Steph suggested I take the Tube back to the hotel, it being quicker and less frenetic than dicing in traffic. I said something about that costing money when I could just ride my bike instead. I then spent the next 45 minutes playing cat and mouse along roads I didn't know, shouting at taxi drivers, and generally agog at how busy it all was.
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 23 September, 2013, 12:16:30 pm
Post by: Kim on 23 September, 2013, 02:46:26 pm
Steph suggested I take the Tube back to the hotel, it being quicker and less frenetic than dicing in traffic. I said something about that costing money when I could just ride my bike instead. I then spent the next 45 minutes playing cat and mouse along roads I didn't know, shouting at taxi drivers, and generally agog at how busy it all was.
Still better than the Tube, then...
Post by: Ruth on 23 September, 2013, 09:32:32 pm
Later he came back, along with Kim, Nikki (lovely to meet you!), Crinklylion and a brace of Cubs. Lovely it was. And my doorbell got fixed too, which is one of the bonuses of a YACF posse coming to your house.
Marvellous.
Post by: Kim on 23 September, 2013, 10:17:51 pm
Yesterday: SlowCoach, who got to test hellymedic's biscuit recipe. He parked his fabulous convertible outside my house. I pretended it was mine.
Later he came back, along with Kim, Nikki (lovely to meet you!), Crinklylion and a brace of Cubs. Lovely it was. And my doorbell got fixed too, which is one of the bonuses of a YACF posse coming to your house.
Marvellous.
The biscuits weren't bad, either...
Post by: fuzzy on 24 September, 2013, 09:51:59 am
So far this weekend....
Kim and Nikki, who appeared at the Den and then got dragged out to a gig where we spotted MrCharly (and Mrs MrCharly) and then this morning Interzen who called round to collect the intrepid Mordor-escapees and take them out for a gps data-generating bike ride in the name of Art. With added cake plans.
Do we need to pop accross to the CDC thread?
Post by: little miss mac on 01 October, 2013, 12:24:14 pm
Despite having been back on my Kingston to Westminster commute since late July, I only had my first sighting of Zipperhead since then today. No sign yet of Little Miss Mac or Nosototalnewbie – although I think the latter no longer works in the same area of London as me.
Hello!
I moved jobs at the end of last year and now cross at Albert Bridge and head north via Sloane Sq and Hyde Park, so less opportunity to bump into you. Leaving the house 10 minutes earlier probably also makes a difference. I haven't spotted Zipperhead in an age either...
Post by: Oscar's dad on 01 October, 2013, 12:30:19 pm
Post by: tiermat on 01 October, 2013, 12:51:39 pm
On Sunday I saw Ruthie, maybe an unfair spotting as I was visiting her at her lovely new house. That was when I went to the right house, that was :)
Post by: Jurek on 01 October, 2013, 02:12:00 pm
I said g'morning as I passed him but I'm not sure he heard / recognised me.
Post by: gerwinium on 01 October, 2013, 09:08:35 pm
Gerwinium this morning, as he small-wheeled his way up to t'Wharf.
I said g'morning as I passed him but I'm not sure he heard / recognised me.
I recognised you, but I think you were too fast for me to hear my 'hi' :) - alternatively I could be too slow on the Dahon.
Post by: Jurek on 01 October, 2013, 09:56:27 pm
No worries - nice to see you..... :)Gerwinium this morning, as he small-wheeled his way up to t'Wharf.
I said g'morning as I passed him but I'm not sure he heard / recognised me.
I recognised you, but I think you were too fast for me to hear my 'hi' :) - alternatively I could be too slow on the Dahon.
Post by: Ruth on 06 October, 2013, 09:02:15 pm
Post by: Valiant on 06 October, 2013, 09:54:49 pm
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 06 October, 2013, 10:44:20 pm
Despite having been back on my Kingston to Westminster commute since late July, I only had my first sighting of Zipperhead since then today. No sign yet of Little Miss Mac or Nosototalnewbie – although I think the latter no longer works in the same area of London as me.
You are correct, I'm now much further east in Valiant territory.
'Procedure' is usually a yelled hello/shout of name as I pass Pippa or Andrij (and only once, Jurek) who are normally going in the opposite direction to me.
I think I might try out a different commute via the Isle of Dogs, though; I don't like Tower Bridge (for the motorised traffic) or the Cable Street cycle path (for the other cyclists) much.
Post by: Basil on 06 October, 2013, 11:02:14 pm
So what's the procedure, do you stop and chat or just a flying hello at the lights/over the road/overtake?
Usually do something like this (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=76460.msg1571304#msg1571304), but remaining casual and slightly aloof.
Post by: Valiant on 06 October, 2013, 11:25:26 pm
Despite having been back on my Kingston to Westminster commute since late July, I only had my first sighting of Zipperhead since then today. No sign yet of Little Miss Mac or Nosototalnewbie – although I think the latter no longer works in the same area of London as me.
You are correct, I'm now much further east in Valiant territory.
'Procedure' is usually a yelled hello/shout of name as I pass Pippa or Andrij (and only once, Jurek) who are normally going in the opposite direction to me.
I think I might try out a different commute via the Isle of Dogs, though; I don't like Tower Bridge (for the motorised traffic) or the Cable Street cycle path (for the other cyclists) much.
Rotherhite?
Post by: Jurek on 07 October, 2013, 06:50:36 am
.......I think I might try out a different commute via the Isle of Dogs, though; I don't like Tower Bridge (for the motorised traffic) or the Cable Street cycle path (for the other cyclists) much.
If you get yourself down to Greenwich and use the foot tunnel (assuming the poxy lifts are working), I think you'll find the ride up the Isle of dogs is surprisingly quiet and light on traffic.
There's not much about until you reach the Wharf.
And for the most part, you'd probably be going against the flow, pre-Greenwich. No?
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 07 October, 2013, 07:18:21 pm
.......I think I might try out a different commute via the Isle of Dogs, though; I don't like Tower Bridge (for the motorised traffic) or the Cable Street cycle path (for the other cyclists) much.
If you get yourself down to Greenwich and use the foot tunnel (assuming the poxy lifts are working), I think you'll find the ride up the Isle of dogs is surprisingly quiet and light on traffic.
There's not much about until you reach the Wharf.
And for the most part, you'd probably be going against the flow, pre-Greenwich. No?
Thanks, I was thinking the island would be reasonably quiet. And yes, I'd be against the flow, though prolly on the A2/A202 most of the way. The blasted lifts are a consideration because the bag on the front of the Brom does seem to get rather heavy by the time I've filled it with various bits of crap. I have only been through the tunnel a handful of times and most of those at least one lift wasn't working.
Sam, are you suggesting Rotherhithe tunnel...I've done that once and have no desire to do it again?!
Post by: jsabine on 07 October, 2013, 07:42:00 pm
Post by: Kim on 07 October, 2013, 08:10:52 pm
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 07 October, 2013, 08:17:05 pm
Post by: Kim on 07 October, 2013, 09:03:47 pm
Post by: Jurek on 07 October, 2013, 10:39:24 pm
Sam, are you suggesting Rotherhithe tunnel...I've done that once and have no desire to do it again?!
I've done it a few times, but I consider myself as floating loosely somewhere on the 'hardcore / assertive/ reckless' spectrum.
it is not an experience I'd recommend (or care to repeat).
Top tip?
Give it a miss.
Greenwich foot tunnel, busted lifts notwithstanding, FTW :)
Post by: Valiant on 08 October, 2013, 02:47:58 am
Post by: Ham on 09 October, 2013, 07:25:01 pm
Post by: Ruth on 09 October, 2013, 09:26:36 pm
Crinklylion came up on the train. She delivered:
A signed and personalised CD by Krystle Warren, which I am enjoying very much. Thanks Crinkles!
Soup.
Breads.
Cheeses.
Wine.
And also:
A fabulous trivet, crafted by Arch and MFWHTBAB. Made from a Hi-Bird Chainring. It's so lovely, I can't tell you.
A wooden spoon, hand-carved by Charlotte. It works, too, because we cooked and served the soup with it. It looks beautiful, and it feels perfect in your hand when you use it.
As housewarming gifts go, these make my house feel pretty warm.
Thanks so much you guys :-*
Post by: Chris S on 09 October, 2013, 09:41:50 pm
:D
Post by: CrinklyLion on 09 October, 2013, 10:07:54 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/1382307_10151850020671839_1373681873_n.jpg)
(https://scontent-a-cdg.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/1379783_10151850020386839_777027828_n.jpg)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/1383965_10151850020481839_533553478_n.jpg)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/1384185_10151850020581839_1986972234_n.jpg)
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 09 October, 2013, 10:47:42 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 09 October, 2013, 11:46:47 pm
Post by: Kim on 10 October, 2013, 12:56:59 am
The spoon and the toothed triffid are both very lovely shininess - as is the pot. And there does seem to have been an attack of hob-cleaning fairies.
They've got teeth now? I thought they just stung and absorbed nutrients from the decomposing flesh of their prey through their roots?
*grabs eye protection and wields flamethrower*
Post by: Basil on 10 October, 2013, 10:48:00 am
During the conversation he paused and then asked, “Do I know you?” ??? “Do you ride at bike?” :o
Not actually spotted, but heard and chatted to. Giro Paul. :thumbsup:
:D
Post by: Auntie Helen on 10 October, 2013, 10:52:57 am
I’ve just been speaking on the phone to a gentleman who is delivering his professional services at one of our Birmingham Offices.Yikes, that sounds dodgy!
Post by: citoyen on 10 October, 2013, 11:11:57 am
that there citoyen in a dead poncey coffee shop, he looked right at home.
;D
Good coffee, good company, what more can you ask for?
Post by: Basil on 10 October, 2013, 11:14:03 am
I’ve just been speaking on the phone to a gentleman who is delivering his professional services at one of our Birmingham Offices.Yikes, that sounds dodgy!
Dodgy? This is Giro Paul we're talking about. "Dodgy" doesn't begin to describe it. ;D
Post by: giropaul on 10 October, 2013, 08:00:38 pm
I’ve just been speaking on the phone to a gentleman who is delivering his professional services at one of our Birmingham Offices.Yikes, that sounds dodgy!
Dodgy? This is Giro Paul we're talking about. "Dodgy" doesn't begin to describe it. ;D
Too true! I did tell one of Basil's colleagues (I called whilst he was at lunch), that we both dressed up in funny clothes at weekends. She said that she understood that we had similar interests - I felt that sticking to assuming she was talking about cycling was the safest option :o
Anywaysup - it was a pleasure to speak, and thanks for all the useful communications.
Post by: iddu on 12 October, 2013, 09:38:51 pm
Post by: interzen on 13 October, 2013, 11:22:36 am
Post by: interzen on 13 October, 2013, 04:29:00 pm
Blimey, two visitations in one day ...
Post by: Pedal Castro on 13 October, 2013, 05:57:38 pm
Post by: Chris S on 15 October, 2013, 08:28:02 pm
Fboab in a snazzy yacf apron manning the cake stall at the Silly Suffolk HQ today. :P
Erm... have you met fboab before? ;)
Post by: marcusjb on 16 October, 2013, 09:16:26 am
Firstly Sloth - I passed him on the hill up to Richmond Gate (not realising it was him) and he popped up beside me to say hello.
And then petemas - though I doubt he'll have spotted me - as I came down Broomfield Hill, I saw his silhouette (it was pitch dark by now) climbing up the hill. Had I not been spinning like a loon with my lungs hanging out, I might have managed to shout "hello peter".
Post by: fuzzy on 30 October, 2013, 11:05:13 am
Post by: clarion on 30 October, 2013, 11:51:14 am
Post by: interzen on 30 October, 2013, 11:54:59 am
Did you upsell?Worst. Punchline. Ever.
;)
Post by: fuzzy on 30 October, 2013, 01:29:59 pm
Did you upsell?
Well, currency did change hands.
Shop owner (an ICE pilot) engaged in lengthy coversation and was quite amazed at plans to wild camp.
Post by: Kim on 05 November, 2013, 05:30:50 pm
Post by: Basil on 05 November, 2013, 06:07:54 pm
Basil, doing a Lidl run as I was waiting at the lights having just emerged from Aldi. He didn't seem too concerned that the shop was in the wrong place. ;D;D
I've given up trying to remember which is which and what the difference is.
I tend to just call them one or the other randomly and assume that people know what I mean.
Theoretically, I should get it right about 50% of the time, but for some reason it's only 20 - 25%
Post by: Juan Martín on 12 November, 2013, 08:31:42 am
Post by: fuzzy on 12 November, 2013, 08:03:39 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 14 November, 2013, 09:39:11 pm
Post by: Oaky on 16 November, 2013, 06:29:57 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 16 November, 2013, 07:27:18 pm
adamski, bloomers, huggy, Lars, OD, ridehard, Soupy and Tomsk @ Tomsk's Essex Super Randonneur awards lunch :) :thumbsup:
:thumbsup: Congrats to everyone that got a medal - well earned.
Post by: Tim Hall on 24 November, 2013, 08:19:45 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 24 November, 2013, 09:47:59 pm
Post by: Julian on 24 November, 2013, 10:53:38 pm
Julian, on the telly this morning while flicking through channels to get the early BBC business news.
I haven't been on the telly for ages, what was I doing?
Post by: simonp on 25 November, 2013, 01:23:07 am
Post by: Redlight on 03 December, 2013, 08:43:50 pm
Post by: Jurek on 03 December, 2013, 10:22:57 pm
Policeman on a bike came alongside me at the bottom of Haymarket tonight and complemented me on my YACF top. I thought he meant the colour (almost hi-viz orange) but then he explained that he enjoys the forum. So, whoever you are, don't know if you're "out" on here, so to speak, but hello anyway.Nice.
Post by: marcusjb on 04 December, 2013, 09:40:22 am
He didn't spot me as I was hiding behind a van chatting on the phone.
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 04 December, 2013, 03:16:24 pm
Post by: Basil on 04 December, 2013, 10:00:05 pm
In the Wellington. Beer was consumed.
At the German Xmas Market. More beer was consumed. (and where she introduced me to Weisbier)
In the Old Joint Stock. Beer was consumed. Oh, and pie.
Great to meet you again, Steph. The evening was 'cowly owl' ;)
Post by: interzen on 04 December, 2013, 10:04:56 pm
At the German Xmas Market. More beer was consumed. (and where she introduced me to Weisbier)Good God, man, what took you so long? Salvation can be found here (http://www.beersofeurope.co.uk/german-beer)
Yet another reason why being teetotal sucks, although admittedly some alcohol-free weissbiers are passable ...
Post by: Steph on 04 December, 2013, 10:05:32 pm
Post by: Basil on 04 December, 2013, 11:27:52 pm
Shall we mention the singing moose?Oh my god! That wasn't you?
*runs*
@Interzen. Gimme a break. I'm only 64. Lots of new things to experience yet. :D
Post by: Kim on 04 December, 2013, 11:28:53 pm
At the German Xmas Market. More beer was consumed. (and where she introduced me to Weisbier)
Is that the stuff that angels bring in cans?
Post by: Basil on 04 December, 2013, 11:37:36 pm
Kim. That has to be one of my most favourite things ever. An angel, holding what appears to be a can of Special Brew.
If I'd remembered, I'd have taken Steph to see it.
Post by: Kim on 04 December, 2013, 11:39:20 pm
;D ;D
Kim. That has to be one of my most favourite things ever. An angel, holding what appears to be a can of Special Brew.
If I'd remembered, I'd have taken Steph to see it.
I mentioned it to barakta the other day, who missed your photo of it entirely. Can't find it now, though, can I?
Post by: jane on 05 December, 2013, 08:48:17 am
Post by: Jurek on 05 December, 2013, 10:04:30 pm
Jurek, spotted zooming homewards down Brockley Rd, as I sheltered in the doorway of the Brockley Jack theatre waiting for the doors to open. Couldn't shout out a hello, as Mario was trying to avoid being seen by an unpleasant ex colleague waiting at the bus stop opposite and he didn't want me to draw attention to our hiding place.Ah!
The well known Italian stifling manoeuvre ......
;)
x
Post by: iddu on 08 December, 2013, 09:15:20 pm
Fab Foodie [& others ;)], on White Horse Hill...
Post by: tiermat on 09 December, 2013, 09:17:53 am
Though the last bit was missing Torslanda as he was on the subs bench, sleeping.
*Don't worry, I have not, suddenly, found God**, TLD was there for the service with Brownies
**He's not down the back of the sofa, I have checked!
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 09 December, 2013, 09:29:33 am
Post by: clarion on 09 December, 2013, 10:33:42 am
a) I'm not so speedy you wouldn't recognise me
b) I'm not commuting by bike atm
and, er,
c) I didn't see you this morning. ;D
Post by: Pippa on 09 December, 2013, 11:11:55 am
Was it one of you lot who yelled hello at me on commercial road this morning?
Twas me :)
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 09 December, 2013, 06:09:28 pm
Was it one of you lot who yelled hello at me on commercial road this morning?
Twas me :)
:D I was trying to catch a break in the traffic to photograph the houses across the road without trucks/cars in front of them so didn't see you until you were disappearing over the horizon.
Post by: Redlight on 11 December, 2013, 01:25:27 pm
Post by: Phil on 07 January, 2014, 06:12:54 am
Post by: Auntie Helen on 12 January, 2014, 02:27:14 pm
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx30/Auntie_Helen/General%20pictures/IMG_6249.jpg)
Post by: Ruth on 12 January, 2014, 05:36:21 pm
Post by: iddu on 13 January, 2014, 12:14:17 am
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 13 January, 2014, 08:51:52 am
Was that you I spied as I waited to cross westferry rd? 8.30 ish?
I waved and yelled but you didn't seem to notice. The other cyclists at the lights looked at me like I was mad though.
Perhaps it wasn't you...
Post by: clarion on 13 January, 2014, 09:05:25 am
Post by: Jurek on 13 January, 2014, 09:35:49 am
Jurek.White top / blue bike?
Was that you I spied as I waited to cross westferry rd? 8.30 ish?
I waved and yelled but you didn't seem to notice. The other cyclists at the lights looked at me like I was mad though.
Perhaps it wasn't you...
That would've been me.
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 13 January, 2014, 09:40:28 am
You can tell I haven't been off roading recently, I'm obviously out of practice at the yelling loudly enough...
Post by: PaulR on 13 January, 2014, 09:41:27 am
PaulR steaming along New Kent Road on his Pearson.Sorry not to have spotted you Clarion.
Post by: clarion on 13 January, 2014, 09:50:19 am
Post by: Valiant on 21 January, 2014, 12:46:35 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 21 January, 2014, 12:53:06 pm
(http://www.auntiehelen.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/20140113-191339.jpg)
Post by: Valiant on 21 January, 2014, 12:59:41 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 21 January, 2014, 01:03:48 pm
He happens to be sitting in a Versatile, more details here: http://www.auntiehelen.co.uk/auntie-helen-buys-a-velomobile/ and here: http://www.auntiehelen.co.uk/the-versatile-velomobile-and-v006-in-particular/
Post by: Vince on 21 January, 2014, 01:34:04 pm
It hides all the beer muscles in photos.
Previously unpublished photo of Auntie Helen wearing a red hat in a
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t140/VinceHall/CyclingStuff/2014-01-11141532_zpsc4183e1f.jpg)
Post by: Wowbagger on 21 January, 2014, 03:01:14 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 21 January, 2014, 03:15:57 pm
Post by: Kim on 21 January, 2014, 03:19:20 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 21 January, 2014, 03:24:38 pm
Post by: Jurek on 21 January, 2014, 10:40:58 pm
Just over a week ago - a Wunja hiding in a velomobile!That pic has an Aston Martin look about it.
(http://www.auntiehelen.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/20140113-191339.jpg)
The others, not so much. ;) :-*
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 21 January, 2014, 11:22:08 pm
Post by: Valiant on 22 January, 2014, 02:17:52 am
Post by: bloomers100 on 22 January, 2014, 03:12:36 pm
Post by: bobb on 22 January, 2014, 04:15:01 pm
I saw Bobb this morning in Writtle, a late holler from me soz.
As per usual, I wondered who the fuck was shouting at me, then realised it was you ;D
Post by: Jurek on 22 January, 2014, 07:40:36 pm
Or, more to the point, he spotted me, and called out.
On my commute home.
He was running.
I don't think they caught him.
Post by: Phil on 23 January, 2014, 10:45:40 pm
Post by: Ham on 24 January, 2014, 08:42:07 am
Post by: Pippa on 24 January, 2014, 08:55:58 am
Post by: Wowbagger on 25 January, 2014, 04:50:02 pm
Small world.
Post by: Valiant on 27 January, 2014, 02:50:18 am
Post by: Tim Hall on 28 January, 2014, 10:10:19 pm
He's a lot taller in real life than the, now vanished, picture in my head.
Post by: nikki on 30 January, 2014, 05:35:51 pm
Post by: Basil on 30 January, 2014, 06:03:47 pm
A false positive in The Country Girl.Eh? ??? As I am collecting chish & fips from the estabishment next door, I turned up at the C Girl at just about the time your post is date stamped.
Post by: nikki on 30 January, 2014, 06:06:36 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 30 January, 2014, 08:06:24 pm
I did a speculative loop of the carp arks about an hour before, which I thought was maybe a bit early, even for you ;)An ark full of carp. I do like that. :D
Post by: Kim on 30 January, 2014, 08:11:54 pm
I did a speculative loop of the carp arks about an hour before, which I thought was maybe a bit early, even for you ;)An ark full of carp. I do like that. :D
The sheddi term is "fish boat".
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 30 January, 2014, 08:21:48 pm
Post by: nikki on 30 January, 2014, 08:24:25 pm
The sheddi term is "fish boat".
Kim, is that you referring to weirdo things on the internet again?
'carp ark' for me is a legacy from an art project where we got people to become stuffed toys on Twitter[1].
An ark full of carp. I do like that. :D
Brace yourself, there's a 'squishup carp ark', too.
(click to show/hide)
[1] You know, a perfectly normal thing on the internet
Post by: Kim on 30 January, 2014, 08:50:56 pm
The sheddi term is "fish boat".
Kim, is that you referring to weirdo things on the internet again?
Might be. ::-)
Post by: bobb on 02 February, 2014, 04:22:15 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 02 February, 2014, 09:50:17 pm
DTB in Fryerning. For the first time in probably years! :)
Had me puzzled for a while - and searching for a member called DTB.
I didn't spot any identifiable forummers today but think I was spotted by someone or other driving a dark car - may have been a Ford Focus but couldn't be sure - who hooted and waved as they were circumnavigating the Rettendon Turnpike roundabout at not long after 2 o'clock this afternoon.
Mystery person(s), identify yourself(ves)!
Post by: Phil on 06 February, 2014, 06:31:22 am
Post by: Oscar's dad on 06 February, 2014, 07:17:55 am
DTB in Fryerning. For the first time in probably years! :)
Had me puzzled for a while - and searching for a member called DTB.
I didn't spot any identifiable forummers today but think I was spotted by someone or other driving a dark car - may have been a Ford Focus but couldn't be sure - who hooted and waved as they were circumnavigating the Rettendon Turnpike roundabout at not long after 2 o'clock this afternoon.
Mystery person(s), identify yourself(ves)!
I fit the description but it wasn't me. I thought I would offer this info in an attempt to be helpful and so you could eliminate me from your enquiries ;D
Post by: Wowbagger on 06 February, 2014, 01:02:49 pm
Post by: L CC on 06 February, 2014, 03:56:19 pm
I still don't know who it was.:facepalm:
This Chap (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=249)
Post by: delthebike on 06 February, 2014, 04:37:34 pm
Not guilty! I was cutting up wood for the fire not taunting Wowbagger! :hand:I still don't know who it was.:facepalm:
This handsome, intelligent and yet modest, Chap (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=249)
Post by: L CC on 06 February, 2014, 04:48:07 pm
Post by: delthebike on 06 February, 2014, 04:50:36 pm
I failed to KUATB.I won't tell Mr. S. :-*
Post by: clarion on 06 February, 2014, 07:25:13 pm
Post by: clarion on 06 February, 2014, 08:19:39 pm
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3698/12349856413_e318b88839.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/93751227@N04/12349856413/)
P2050004 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/93751227@N04/12349856413/) by TJ Clarion (http://www.flickr.com/people/93751227@N04/), on Flickr
Nah. Can't be. :demon:
Post by: Andrew Br on 06 February, 2014, 10:36:44 pm
I wondered about your good self, OD (but then don't we all :-*).
Good work Wow, that made me snort :thumbsup:
In case of doubt, I've met OD (twice as it happens and it was a joy on both occasions).
Post by: Oscar's dad on 10 February, 2014, 02:35:06 pm
I wondered about your good self, OD (but then don't we all :-*).
Good work Wow, that made me snort :thumbsup:
In case of doubt, I've met OD (twice as it happens and it was a joy on both occasions).
Thank you Mr Br, you're lovely too. I must try to get up to Manchester again in the foreseeable future.
Oi Wow, what does "MPD" mean?
Post by: Karla on 11 February, 2014, 07:32:20 pm
Post by: Basil on 12 February, 2014, 07:01:34 pm
I could tell it was them 'cos they came to the door when I rang the doorbell at Kim & barakta's house. :D
How lucky am I, having such an emergency fettling station on my commute route?
Thanks :thumbsup:
Post by: Karla on 12 February, 2014, 07:38:12 pm
Post by: Polar Bear on 12 February, 2014, 07:47:10 pm
We had an all day breakfast and a chinwag.
Nice to see you again Absent ... ;) :thumbsup:
Post by: Basil on 12 February, 2014, 07:49:10 pm
CU on the train again. This is becoming a habit.
Crinkley Uncle is becoming a rabbit? Oh, no sorry. These new specs are crap. You won't believe what I paid for them. >:(
Post by: clarion on 13 February, 2014, 09:25:40 am
Get my eyes checked? I don't know what you mean!*
* actually, I do. I should. :-[
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 13 February, 2014, 03:00:50 pm
Post by: bloomers100 on 16 February, 2014, 06:29:39 pm
Post by: Jurek on 20 February, 2014, 09:17:11 am
Much hollering and limb flapping was reciprocated. :)
Post by: Ruth on 20 February, 2014, 10:50:32 am
Post by: Basil on 20 February, 2014, 08:56:42 pm
:demon: *adds to list of forumites lured here.* :demon:
Mr. jsabine is a gentleman and good egg. :thumbsup:
Post by: clarion on 21 February, 2014, 10:06:38 am
Post by: jsabine on 21 February, 2014, 02:34:16 pm
That jsabine, in the Country Girl.
:demon: *adds to list of forumites lured here.* :demon:
Mr. jsabine is a gentleman and good egg. :thumbsup:
I didn't realise I was going on a list until it was too late ...
You too sir: a pleasure, and one to be repeated I hope.
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 21 February, 2014, 08:45:46 pm
NSTN lookin' good onna Brommie at Westferry about 45 minutes ago.
Much hollering and limb flapping was reciprocated. :)
T'was a pleasure to see you, especially after the last time when I couldn't make you hear me!
(I only heard the last syllable of my name though, and for a second thought you were just some nutter going 'aaaaaaaaaargh!')
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 21 February, 2014, 08:46:45 pm
I *think* I may have spotted Valiant's mate Dave (is he a forumite here? He's a good sort, whatever) on a yellow Condor trackstanding (like a Boss seems to be the thing to say here) near The Den yesterday.
I've spotted him a couple of times, but I only met him the once when we all rode to Windsor, so don't expect he'd have a clue who I was...
Post by: Jurek on 21 February, 2014, 09:39:04 pm
Usually, I am just some nutter going aaaaaaaargh! ;) :-*NSTN lookin' good onna Brommie at Westferry about 45 minutes ago.
Much hollering and limb flapping was reciprocated. :)
T'was a pleasure to see you, especially after the last time when I couldn't make you hear me!
(I only heard the last syllable of my name though, and for a second thought you were just some nutter going 'aaaaaaaaaargh!')
Post by: clarion on 21 February, 2014, 10:42:02 pm
Post by: Ruth on 23 February, 2014, 01:16:48 pm
I must say, I did have a rather jolly time with them, it was a joy to meet MrsWow, I hope that's the start of something there, she appears to be a keeper.
They stayed at my place for a few days last week, hopefully they got to see a little of the local Ps of I, while I was at work. A day spodding and pottering while I packed my stuff for a weekend away with bikes, then a train up to wonderful Alnmouth on Friday evening. There was a short night ride down the hill from the station, past the Friary and into the pub. There was food. There was beer.
Wowbagger has already reported thoroughly on our ride yesterday, and what a lovely day it was.
And this morning? A freewheel down to the estuary to admire the vanilla sky reflected in a stunning sea out towards Coquet Island, then a quick fettle and a ride to the station.
I feel better for that.
Post by: Wowbagger on 24 February, 2014, 01:36:10 am
I wondered about your good self, OD (but then don't we all :-*).
Good work Wow, that made me snort :thumbsup:
In case of doubt, I've met OD (twice as it happens and it was a joy on both occasions).
Thank you Mr Br, you're lovely too. I must try to get up to Manchester again in the foreseeable future.
Oi Wow, what does "MPD" mean?
In that context, Musky Pelts of Destiny. :D
Post by: Wowbagger on 24 February, 2014, 01:39:38 am
Wowbagger and Mrs Wowbagger, as I said goodbye to them on the train on the way home :(
I must say, I did have a rather jolly time with them, it was a joy to meet MrsWow, I hope that's the start of something there, she appears to be a keeper.
They stayed at my place for a few days last week, hopefully they got to see a little of the local Ps of I, while I was at work. A day spodding and pottering while I packed my stuff for a weekend away with bikes, then a train up to wonderful Alnmouth on Friday evening. There was a short night ride down the hill from the station, past the Friary and into the pub. There was food. There was beer.
Wowbagger has already reported thoroughly on our ride yesterday, and what a lovely day it was.
And this morning? A freewheel down to the estuary to admire the vanilla sky reflected in a stunning sea out towards Coquet Island, then a quick fettle and a ride to the station.
I feel better for that.
I was a little confused when I found out that we had been staying at Michael Fassbender's house but now I understand and yes, we spotted Michael and she was a delight!
Post by: PaulF on 24 February, 2014, 07:12:03 pm
Anyone?
Post by: shyumu on 26 February, 2014, 04:42:36 pm
Wowbagger and Mrs Wowbagger, as I said goodbye to them on the train on the way home :(
I must say, I did have a rather jolly time with them, it was a joy to meet MrsWow, I hope that's the start of something there, she appears to be a keeper.
They stayed at my place for a few days last week, hopefully they got to see a little of the local Ps of I, while I was at work. A day spodding and pottering while I packed my stuff for a weekend away with bikes, then a train up to wonderful Alnmouth on Friday evening. There was a short night ride down the hill from the station, past the Friary and into the pub. There was food. There was beer.
Wowbagger has already reported thoroughly on our ride yesterday, and what a lovely day it was.
And this morning? A freewheel down to the estuary to admire the vanilla sky reflected in a stunning sea out towards Coquet Island, then a quick fettle and a ride to the station.
I feel better for that.
I was a little confused when I found out that we had been staying at Michael Fassbender's house but now I understand and yes, we spotted Michael and she was a delight!
It is confusing the way David Boreanaz has changed his name. Of course, "Angel" might be a Private Eye reference:
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/shyumu/AwgMfoFCIAAdvLH_zps469e58f6.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/shyumu/media/AwgMfoFCIAAdvLH_zps469e58f6.jpg.html)
Post by: Kim on 26 February, 2014, 05:48:58 pm
I was a little confused when I found out that we had been staying at Michael Fassbender's house but now I understand and yes, we spotted Michael and she was a delight!
You're not the only one.
I thought Michael Fassbender was a random newbie. :facepalm:
Post by: hellymedic on 26 February, 2014, 07:14:26 pm
The clue was in a post that gave a linky to some flickr pictures...I was a little confused when I found out that we had been staying at Michael Fassbender's house but now I understand and yes, we spotted Michael and she was a delight!
You're not the only one.
I thought Michael Fassbender was a random newbie. :facepalm:
Post by: Auntie Helen on 27 February, 2014, 09:58:24 am
Does it count that I spotted him before he became a forumite?
And does it doubly-count that Wunja was also with me at the time, so that's three forumites...
Post by: Regulator on 27 February, 2014, 12:56:25 pm
...and a Wowbagger look-alikee in a broken down car in Shrewsbury as well.
Not quite forumite spotting - but there seem to be lots of doppelgangers around at the moment.
Post by: tiermat on 27 February, 2014, 01:10:14 pm
A Kim-a-like at the University in Telford this morning - I did several doubletakes before I was sure it wasn't actually Kim...
...and a Wowbagger look-alikee in a broken down car in Shrewsbury as well.
Not quite forumite spotting - but there seem to be lots of doppelgangers around at the moment.
YACF meets Children of the Corn? :)
Post by: delthebike on 02 March, 2014, 01:06:08 pm
Post by: Ruth on 02 March, 2014, 05:31:23 pm
On the way home I think I might have overtaken Deano, strongly cresting a steepish incline somewhere between Scotland and England.
Post by: clarion on 02 March, 2014, 08:20:01 pm
Post by: Deano on 02 March, 2014, 08:44:26 pm
mcshroom, but that's because I went away with him for the weekend, so that might be cheating. I had a stupendous time up in the Cheviots.
On the way home I think I might have overtaken Deano, strongly cresting a steepish incline somewhere between Scotland and England.
Yes you did. Was everyone on the A697 today? About ten minutes before i'd stopped to have a chinwag with aptstarfish, who was on his way back to Geordieland from Glenshee.
Post by: Feline on 03 March, 2014, 07:08:26 pm
Their bikes were looking like they had been through some tough terrain. They were rescued buy a guy with a boat at one point I believe ;D
Post by: Andrew Br on 06 March, 2014, 01:25:54 am
I'd gone to their factory (a chance for a ride) to get my Carradice Glentress fixed after it was run over by a bus.
Sue was on her break at the far end of the factory so we didn't get to speak.
Carradice: lovely people, great products, amazing service :thumbsup:
(Not just my view BTW; several friends with Carradice products have commented on the great back-up they've had :) .)
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 06 March, 2014, 01:56:10 pm
Post by: bikepacker on 06 March, 2014, 05:13:25 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 06 March, 2014, 05:22:43 pm
Post by: Ham on 09 March, 2014, 08:59:12 am
To be fair had he done so, he would have had a 4x4 rearrange his rear wheel.
Post by: Andrij on 09 March, 2014, 10:58:13 am
A very fast Andrij yesterday, flashing past Ham Hall so fast his "Haaaam" shout was doppler shifted from the side of the road, and so fast he couldn't stop :demon:
To be fair had he done so, he would have had a 4x4 rearrange his rear wheel.
And smashed the two panniers of groceries I was carrying home. Any apparent 'speed' was due only to the extra weight in the panniers and around my middle...
Post by: Oaky on 09 March, 2014, 07:22:57 pm
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 10 March, 2014, 01:27:59 pm
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 12 March, 2014, 01:12:41 pm
Post by: Kim on 12 March, 2014, 11:03:43 pm
Post by: Basil on 12 March, 2014, 11:12:15 pm
They're trying to make you think of jebus, or trying to make you drink more beer, or something.
Post by: hellymedic on 13 March, 2014, 12:12:43 am
Post by: clarion on 17 March, 2014, 08:38:42 am
Then we enticed him out on his bike for a wee jauntette to a local pub.
Post by: tiermat on 17 March, 2014, 08:55:10 am
TLD was really taken by SC's new 'bent.
We had a lovely hour or two, chatting, eating lunch and generally catching up on life.
It made for a lovely weekend, really really nice.
Post by: David Martin on 17 March, 2014, 11:36:27 am
Post by: JenM on 24 March, 2014, 04:31:26 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 24 March, 2014, 04:38:00 pm
Post by: JenM on 24 March, 2014, 04:48:56 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 24 March, 2014, 06:22:37 pm
Post by: Jurek on 25 March, 2014, 10:03:39 am
Heading west on Commercial Road at around 09:13 this morning.
Post by: Jurek on 27 March, 2014, 09:18:12 am
We rode the length of Westferry Road. :)
Post by: fuzzy on 27 March, 2014, 09:20:32 am
Post by: Feanor on 27 March, 2014, 09:44:52 pm
Well, technically, he spotted me. I wouldn't have noticed, being in a daze as I usually am.
R.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 31 March, 2014, 03:07:19 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 07 April, 2014, 11:22:44 pm
Also Charlotte the Nissan Leaf, possibly the least noisy car I have ever encountered
Post by: Torslanda on 08 April, 2014, 02:51:10 pm
Post by: Ham on 13 April, 2014, 02:23:50 pm
"Who's that loon in a silver car flashing lights and waving like crazy? I wonder if there's anything wrong with the car?"
Yep, that was me.
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 14 April, 2014, 09:51:12 am
Post by: hatler on 14 April, 2014, 11:12:27 am
Male cyclist wearing a yellow yacf jersey, heading west on Coombe Road at about 8.15 this morning.That would be me !
My first time as a spotee. What were you on/in and which way were you heading ?
Post by: hatler on 14 April, 2014, 11:12:52 am
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 14 April, 2014, 12:57:01 pm
Male cyclist wearing a yellow yacf jersey, heading west on Coombe Road at about 8.15 this morning.That would be me !
My first time as a spotee. What were you on/in and which way were you heading ?
I was stopped at the junction of Chesham Road and Coombe Road on a black Allez wearing a purple yacf jersey and a blue baseball cap. I think you were looking ahead to the main road junction and may not have registered me.
Post by: hatler on 14 April, 2014, 01:02:45 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 14 April, 2014, 04:58:05 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 14 April, 2014, 08:59:36 pm
We rode a very equitable distance for the meeting - me 30km, her 100km. And then we both rode back.
Post by: Kim on 14 April, 2014, 09:06:47 pm
Sorry, Ham, we didn't see you yesterday. Mind you, we Leafers get a lot of petrol heads who gesticulate, flash their lights and shout "You don't pay road tax!"
Bet you get people splaining[1] at you about how you never see electric cars because they can't
[1] I hate this term and it's sexist roots, but in this case it's exactly the right one for the job.
Post by: Ruth on 14 April, 2014, 09:15:41 pm
Sorry, Ham, we didn't see you yesterday. Mind you, we Leafers get a lot of petrol heads who gesticulate, flash their lights and shout "You don't pay road tax!"
Bet you get people splaining[1] at you about how you never see electric cars because they can'tclimb hillstravel a decent distance on a charge, too. ;)
[1] I hate this term and it's sexist roots, but in this case it's exactly the right one for the job.
What?
What sexist roots?
Wow, are you wearing a helmet?
Post by: Basil on 14 April, 2014, 11:07:36 pm
Post by: Ham on 15 April, 2014, 08:56:59 am
We've recently exited the 50 mph controlled zone, as I am on a mission (returning MiL to Cov) I accelerate gently (in contrast to most for whom it is the most important thing in the world to go FAST now) and I observe to my satisfaction that these days there are more cars that travel happily on the motorway at 55 ish than there ever were. There's one, in fact it looks like a Nissan Leaf - on the motorway! Wow (the other sort). Times are changing, I must tell Wow (that sort).... Oh.
Cue pulling in front, slowing, switching on hazards, waving arm in a manner that was wither waving or beating a passenger to death etc before driving off. One assumes that fam. Bagger were collectively engaged paying attention to the electric gauges rather than the road. In their defence my rear window is steeply raked so it may not have been easy to see the gesticulation. Or the waving come to that.
And no, splaining isn't in my vocab except as a contraction to explaining.
Post by: iddu on 15 April, 2014, 10:51:30 am
I don't get the splaining thing either. In fact, I don't think I've ever come across that word before. ???
(peek) http://geekfeminism.wikia.com/wiki/Splaining (/peek)
Oh, right. Indeed apt in circumstance.
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 15 April, 2014, 01:37:57 pm
Post by: iddu on 15 April, 2014, 06:33:41 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 27 April, 2014, 05:39:39 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 27 April, 2014, 09:52:10 pm
Post by: marcusjb on 30 April, 2014, 12:58:28 pm
Post by: delthebike on 04 May, 2014, 01:55:32 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 04 May, 2014, 07:30:09 pm
(https://scontent-a-fra.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/t1.0-9/p403x403/1491665_10152008667191786_9000757712548323122_n.jpg)
He sold me my velomobile but was riding a very normal, sensible Fahrradmanufaktur bicycle but with shiny shiny front SON dynohub and rear Rohloff.
Post by: Domestique on 04 May, 2014, 07:33:11 pm
Tuesday, Del the Bike at Rettenden
Saturday, Wowbagger opposite the Blue Boar
Both spotted from my car.
Post by: Mrs Pingu on 04 May, 2014, 09:00:58 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 04 May, 2014, 09:13:24 pm
Post by: Feanor on 05 May, 2014, 12:00:38 am
A phantasmagoriana yesterday, although I didn't realise it at the time.
Yes, quite so.
And again today, but I *did* recognise her ( or, rather, her not-Tifosi outside the Birdhouse café in Banchory ).
She did accompany us around the last half of the Deeside loop, and didn't complain too much about the levels of BS!
Post by: Valiant on 08 May, 2014, 02:52:06 am
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 08 May, 2014, 09:01:51 am
Yesterday evening, seen in York. Beard. Sandals. Riding green mercian with matching saddlebag and bar bag, flat pedals and dynohub
Post by: Oscar's dad on 08 May, 2014, 09:38:02 am
Post by: Ruth on 16 May, 2014, 07:22:47 pm
We partook of cycling, lunch, ice cream, coffee and gossip :thumbsup:
Post by: Tim Hall on 16 May, 2014, 09:54:31 pm
Post by: αdαmsκι on 16 May, 2014, 11:59:57 pm
Post by: clarion on 17 May, 2014, 11:27:59 pm
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5490/14228429203_2ba920ba85_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nFjqhT)P5170037m (https://flic.kr/p/nFjqhT) by TJ Clarion (https://www.flickr.com/people/93751227@N04/), on Flickr
Post by: Ruth on 17 May, 2014, 11:30:54 pm
I remember how nice itsbruce was when I got knocked off, it's good to see what he looks like for real :)
Post by: clarion on 17 May, 2014, 11:34:34 pm
Post by: Ruth on 24 May, 2014, 09:35:27 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 24 May, 2014, 11:25:39 pm
Post by: Karla on 24 May, 2014, 11:32:02 pm
Of course, I could only see him do this because I was 20 yards behind him, independently missing the same train.
Post by: closetleftie on 25 May, 2014, 01:36:59 pm
If it wasn't him, someone else has good taste in paintjobs... ;D
Post by: Jurek on 25 May, 2014, 06:11:42 pm
Lovely to see the entire tribe. Un-daunted by the dull grey wetness :)
Post by: clarion on 25 May, 2014, 08:58:55 pm
Post by: Deano on 27 May, 2014, 10:45:50 pm
Surprised not to see "Slow"coach.
Post by: rabbit on 29 May, 2014, 10:12:46 am
Post by: Steph on 29 May, 2014, 10:38:19 pm
Post by: PaulR on 03 June, 2014, 09:50:15 pm
Post by: Aidan on 08 June, 2014, 05:37:48 pm
Post by: bloomers100 on 09 June, 2014, 03:06:44 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 09 June, 2014, 03:27:56 pm
Post by: bobb on 09 June, 2014, 03:42:59 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 09 June, 2014, 03:52:35 pm
bloomers - got some more details? Rider and bike description?
Post by: bobb on 09 June, 2014, 03:54:13 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 09 June, 2014, 03:55:04 pm
Actually, I did ride through Gt Waltham, but on Saturday. I was wearing a yacf jersey, but a white one. That doesn't help much though does it :P
::-)
Post by: hatler on 09 June, 2014, 04:02:36 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 09 June, 2014, 04:05:20 pm
Black YACF shirt through Great Waltham, Essex, yesterday morning, not someone I recognise, who are you?
It was rr. Very nice chap, lives in Witham just around the corner from Oaky. Been out with us a couple of times recently. Goes downhill like shit off a shovel!
Post by: rr on 09 June, 2014, 04:08:33 pm
Black YACF shirt through Great Waltham, Essex, yesterday morning, not someone I recognise, who are you?
It was me exploring rides from my new city home. First outing for the shorts and short sleeves this year.
Post by: rr on 09 June, 2014, 04:15:10 pm
Black YACF shirt through Great Waltham, Essex, yesterday morning, not someone I recognise, who are you?
It was rr. Very nice chap, lives in Witham just around the corner from Oaky. Been out with us a couple of times recently. Goes downhill like shit off a shovel!
Beat 80 kmh in the peak last week. On mountain bike on knobblies in the rain
Post by: Karla on 11 June, 2014, 07:38:59 pm
Post by: Peter on 11 June, 2014, 07:44:50 pm
Post by: Karla on 11 June, 2014, 07:55:32 pm
Post by: gerwinium on 11 June, 2014, 08:12:57 pm
Post by: Jurek on 11 June, 2014, 09:38:54 pm
Jurek in Mr Waitrose Emporium of Superior Foodage (Greenwich branch)(Pizza section)(not on a bicycle at the time).Mine was locked up (Sarf Lunnun, innit?) outside - Where was your's ? :p
As an aside.... Waitrose Greenwich cycle parking facility is good, but seriously undernourished in terms of quantity onna fair-weather day.
I reckon if they doubled it, on a sunny day it'd still fill to capacity.
I sense an email to Waitrose is brewing....
I'd also like to point out I was neither browsing or buying pizza.
Thank you.
Post by: Peter on 12 June, 2014, 12:01:25 am
That's cos I live on the other side of York! Also because I was elsewhere on Sunday, busy getting mistaken for someone from the Clifton that is in Bristol.
Thanks to navigation problems and well-intentioned inaccurate help from a "local", I did most of York on Sunday!
Post by: darkpoint on 12 June, 2014, 09:37:26 am
There was pleasant conversation as we both unfurled our Bromptons.
Post by: Pickled Onion on 12 June, 2014, 12:10:26 pm
It was a surprise to see a YACF jersey in the foyer - perhaps there should be a mudguard sticker or something for forumites cycling in civvies.
Post by: Kim on 12 June, 2014, 03:08:31 pm
It was a surprise to see a YACF jersey in the foyer - perhaps there should be a mudguard sticker or something for forumites cycling in civvies.
Someone did a run of badges (Carradice, for the pinning to) a while ago...
Post by: clarion on 14 June, 2014, 08:54:26 pm
Post by: nikki on 14 June, 2014, 10:32:51 pm
The nice man at the ticket office swapped my ticket over for a different service though, at no extra cost, so I only had to wait half an hour before I was on my way again. (GN)
Post by: clarion on 14 June, 2014, 11:01:20 pm
Yay!
Post by: bikenrrd on 15 June, 2014, 07:13:16 pm
We met a few years ago but today I was wearing full stealth wrap around sunglasses and helmet so I doubt you recognised me.
If it wasn't you - you have a doppelgänger who also enjoys riding tandems!
Post by: Kim on 15 June, 2014, 08:19:52 pm
Also I was spotted by David Cox (of CTC fame) as a group on the 160 passed me on the endless slog up to Wythall, and another unidentified man on a bicycle with a helmet and some sort of garish jersey as our respective routes crossed. If anyone fitting that description wants to claim it... ;D
Post by: gerwinium on 15 June, 2014, 09:49:06 pm
Jurek in Mr Waitrose Emporium of Superior Foodage (Greenwich branch)(Pizza section)(not on a bicycle at the time).Mine was locked up (Sarf Lunnun, innit?) outside - Where was your's ? :p
As an aside.... Waitrose Greenwich cycle parking facility is good, but seriously undernourished in terms of quantity onna fair-weather day.
I reckon if they doubled it, on a sunny day it'd still fill to capacity.
I sense an email to Waitrose is brewing....
I'd also like to point out I was neither browsing or buying pizza.
Thank you.
Oops, forgot I'd posted this ;). The Ridgeback was locked up just outside (both wheels locked, next to a Thorn Sherpa and a brommie locked up in unison...)
I agree on the capacity... I had to use the trolley park a few times which I suspect won't be popular with the staff. It always surprises me that inner city supermarkets can get away with huge amounts of car parking and then skimp on the bike parking.
I did buy a pizza, it was lovely :).
Post by: citoyen on 17 June, 2014, 07:18:02 pm
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 20 June, 2014, 01:39:48 pm
Tonight is the last chance to spot me on that route, on a work commute that is. I'm off work next week to pack up and move to Croydon. I'm not doing this willingly as I'm going to miss my riverside route and riding through Richmond Park.
Post by: citoyen on 20 June, 2014, 02:26:35 pm
Was wearing a pirate jersey.
Ah, forgot about that detail, but now you mention it... definitely was you. You were just coming round the corner one way as I was coming round the corner the other way, so it was but a fleeting glimpse, otherwise I'd have said hello.
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Tonight is the last chance to spot me on that route, on a work commute that is. I'm off work next week to pack up and move to Croydon. I'm not doing this willingly as I'm going to miss my riverside route and riding through Richmond Park.
Shame. It is a lovely ride. I'm really enjoying my commute at the moment.
Post by: Steph on 20 June, 2014, 05:21:58 pm
Post by: JonB on 23 June, 2014, 03:43:33 pm
Post by: tiermat on 23 June, 2014, 04:06:44 pm
Anyone we know?
Post by: Chris L on 24 June, 2014, 01:04:44 pm
Post by: darkpoint on 24 June, 2014, 03:40:58 pm
Purple YACF jersey heading north between Stockwell and Oval around 8am today. Below the jersey was Brompton with a Carradice youknowwhat. Sir, you were pogoing up and down on that machine like effin' Zebedee (no, not theOTNT one). You get paid on Friday - treat yerself to a stiffer block!
Thanks Chris, That was me.. :-)
It is apparently the firm block, but I agree the ride is rather bouncy.. I need to get me some jubilee clips* to try and improve the ride / performance..
* and a telescopic seat post, some roller blade wheels, new mud guards.. ...
Post by: Wowbagger on 24 June, 2014, 03:46:12 pm
I *think* I saw Wowbagger on a tandem near Freeland, north of Eynsham in Oxfordshire. If I did - hello again! I was riding a blue Bob Jackson with a red, white and light blue "St. Raphael" jersey on - riding in the opposite direction.Curiously, Mrs. Wow and I were indeed in Oxfordshire during the weekend in question, and we were on our tandem, but we didn't escape the city. The furthest we pottered was up to the B4495, crossed the Cherwell, into Marston and back to Oxford.
We met a few years ago but today I was wearing full stealth wrap around sunglasses and helmet so I doubt you recognised me.
If it wasn't you - you have a doppelgänger who also enjoys riding tandems!
Post by: clarion on 24 June, 2014, 03:47:03 pm
Post by: PaulF on 24 June, 2014, 03:52:32 pm
Post by: darkpoint on 24 June, 2014, 04:06:09 pm
I thought a purple jersey in those parts was likely to be you, darkpoint, but I've never seen you on a Brompton (at least, not that I recall).
The Brompton commute is a recent change, I have a new shiny job :-) but I am 53rd on the wait list to use the underground carpark. :-(
Post by: interzen on 24 June, 2014, 06:20:34 pm
No doubt this will be confirmed or denied when I see him later on.
(whilst I was aboard an orange bicycle and wearing an orange top, the top was obscured by my windproof jacket on account of it being a bit parky)
ETA: It was.
Post by: madcow on 24 June, 2014, 11:52:00 pm
Then we were on the same ferry crossing to the Mull of Kintyre, but whilst we turned left after disembarking and headed for Campbeltown,JenM turned right and went towards Skipness and thence onwards to Oban.
Post by: bikenrrd on 25 June, 2014, 09:40:45 am
I *think* I saw Wowbagger on a tandem near Freeland, north of Eynsham in Oxfordshire. If I did - hello again! I was riding a blue Bob Jackson with a red, white and light blue "St. Raphael" jersey on - riding in the opposite direction.Curiously, Mrs. Wow and I were indeed in Oxfordshire during the weekend in question, and we were on our tandem, but we didn't escape the city. The furthest we pottered was up to the B4495, crossed the Cherwell, into Marston and back to Oxford.
We met a few years ago but today I was wearing full stealth wrap around sunglasses and helmet so I doubt you recognised me.
If it wasn't you - you have a doppelgänger who also enjoys riding tandems!
Hmmm, very curious. I was "pressing on" so didn't get a very good look, but there was certainly a chap with a very big beard riding a tandem!
Post by: Oscar's dad on 25 June, 2014, 10:39:08 am
Not only was Wow heavily bearded but heavily loaded with touring gear - as was Mrs Wow The Younger (loaded not bearded ;D ). "Chapeau!" as they say in French France :thumbsup:
Post by: PaulF on 25 June, 2014, 10:14:57 pm
Someone from here perhaps?
This afternoon about 330 on Abingdon's "ring road"?
Dark framed bike, Carradice and mudflats.
Post by: Deano on 25 June, 2014, 10:19:37 pm
I think something vaguely Deano-shaped went haring past me on Terry Avenue earlier - certainly I don't know of many other people who ride a 26"-wheeled fixed with mudguards and bendy bars.
No doubt this will be confirmed or denied when I see him later on.
(whilst I was aboard an orange bicycle and wearing an orange top, the top was obscured by my windproof jacket on account of it being a bit parky)
ETA: It was.
Yes, I was that mystery cyclist. I somehow missed you, interzen, which only goes to show that you should ride Pugsley more often. No one could miss you then.
Post by: Kim on 26 June, 2014, 07:15:21 pm
Post by: JStone on 26 June, 2014, 09:57:36 pm
Saw an orange YACF shirt (with a cyclist inside) yesterday approaching the Mangotsfield triangle part of the Bristol Bath railway path ... I was heading north toward Pucklechurch
If it was Sunday 22/06 it was probably me - depending on the time, either heading to or returning from Bath for a loop through the Two Tunnels & the Dundas Aqueduct.
Post by: iddu on 27 June, 2014, 12:37:37 am
Think I saw Iddu on Saturday in the Oxfordshire/Berkshire/Wiltshire area, can't remember exactly where ::-)Well, twice, so take your pick - you were passing through Wantage, and then the Ashbury-Shrivenham road a few days later
Double-header, as saw Fab Foodie in Oxford Sat AM [ did you go back and buy it? :) ]
Post by: madcow on 29 June, 2014, 09:07:30 pm
As I was driving ,I was past too quickly and was in a hurry to get a job done before tea.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 29 June, 2014, 09:19:53 pm
Post by: madcow on 30 June, 2014, 09:13:53 am
Post by: CrinklyAuntie on 30 June, 2014, 11:53:02 am
Post by: peliroja on 30 June, 2014, 02:16:25 pm
Post by: PaulF on 30 June, 2014, 02:30:26 pm
Think I saw Iddu on Saturday in the Oxfordshire/Berkshire/Wiltshire area, can't remember exactly where ::-)Well, twice, so take your pick - you were passing through Wantage, and then the Ashbury-Shrivenham road a few days later
Double-header, as saw Fab Foodie in Oxford Sat AM [ did you go back and buy it? :) ]
Was on the Asbury Shrivenham road I think!
Post by: alexb on 30 June, 2014, 10:25:59 pm
Post by: Deano on 30 June, 2014, 10:31:44 pm
Post by: Steph on 02 July, 2014, 05:08:59 pm
Post by: matthew on 02 July, 2014, 11:13:12 pm
I was on foot in mufti so no reason to have seen me, you were past before I could even think of calling out.
Post by: Andrew Br on 02 July, 2014, 11:22:37 pm
So who was that in a yellow YACF top in central Manchester tonight? Ti road bike with discs...
You missed the Rohloff !
Yes, that was me on my way up to Helen's.
Where did you see me alex and, more interestingly, what were you doing in MCR ?
Post by: darkpoint on 03 July, 2014, 09:20:14 am
Who did I see in the red yacf top, on a Brompton with carridice. Making good progress over London bridge south bound just before 6pm?
I was on foot in mufti so no reason to have seen me, you were past before I could even think of calling out.
That would be me.. Hello.. <waves>
<feels smug at reports of good progress ona Brompton>
Post by: Phil on 03 July, 2014, 09:23:57 am
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 03 July, 2014, 04:42:22 pm
Post by: alexb on 03 July, 2014, 06:03:09 pm
So who was that in a yellow YACF top in central Manchester tonight? Ti road bike with discs...
You missed the Rohloff !
Yes, that was me on my way up to Helen's.
Where did you see me alex and, more interestingly, what were you doing in MCR ?
I was on foot and at a conference.
I did spot the bike was hub-geared, but there's only so much you can take in when you're supposed to be having a conversation with a colleague!
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 04 July, 2014, 11:08:13 am
Stayed over last night prior to departing for Harrogate en velo this morning.
Post by: Karla on 05 July, 2014, 02:24:42 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 06 July, 2014, 11:58:35 pm
Post by: Jaded on 07 July, 2014, 12:51:35 am
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 07 July, 2014, 10:30:10 am
Post by: tiermat on 07 July, 2014, 10:36:41 am
The former Ms Weasel spotted a YACF jersey wearing recumbent rider in the area of Knaresborough yesterday on her way to the station - possibly a blue jersey?
That will be "Slow"coach
I spotted him on Saturday, first at my house, drinking coffee, then, numerous times, ahead of me as we rode to Wormald Green to watch the caravan then the pros ride through.
I didn't spot anyone I knew, or get spotted myself, on Sunday, as I was not in dress uniform (aka in a YACF shirt), and was hiding behind Mrs T, TLD and a couple of others at the bus stop at the bottom end of Knaresborough high street.
ETA: I almost forgot (sorry). Ham and Mrs Ham in Oxenhope, where we were fed gorgeous food, our bellies filled with food and the car filled with bike stuff. The Midges enjoyed getting their fill too!
Post by: Pickled Onion on 07 July, 2014, 03:24:16 pm
I thought a purple jersey in those parts was likely to be you, darkpoint, but I've never seen you on a Brompton (at least, not that I recall).
The Brompton commute is a recent change, I have a new shiny job :-) but I am 53rd on the wait list to use the underground carpark. :-(
You might want to double-check you're on the waiting list for the correct building - just spoke to a colleague and she had to wait two weeks for a space (and was 5th in the queue). There's apparently loads of empty spaces down there and they do the re-allocation exercise once a month. At the other building spaces are like gold dust and people working there tend to park here and walk.
Post by: Mr Larrington on 07 July, 2014, 04:33:26 pm
Post by: tiermat on 07 July, 2014, 04:42:42 pm
<snip> last bit of Epping Forest. <snip> the young lady in the black leather mini-skirt
Ah! A little bit of Spain comes to the UK! :)
Post by: hatler on 07 July, 2014, 05:12:08 pm
**Waves hello to NSTN and Rob**
Post by: rr on 07 July, 2014, 06:04:18 pm
Post by: MikeFromLFE on 07 July, 2014, 06:11:10 pm
Post by: Mr Larrington on 07 July, 2014, 06:14:51 pm
Post by: Ham on 07 July, 2014, 10:10:57 pm
NSTN spotted me watching the Tour in the park in Hebden Bridge yesterday. I have a horrible feeling I wasn't polite enough to stand up, but I claim extreme knackerdness having discovered that Yorkshire really is quite hilly. (I knew that, obv, but that's my first time on a bike up there.)NSTN Gets About A Bit. I too was nstn'd on Saturday, we had chosen the same spot (within 5m) on the rise out of Skipton. Shortly thereafter I managed to spot a Wooly and a Peli (not difficult as I had knocked on their door) and a little later, as has been previously recounted, a Tiermat, Mrs Teirmat and TLD. Again a little cheat as Ihad bribed them with food.
**Waves hello to NSTN and Rob**
All in all, a reet grand day oot.
Post by: Moultonaught on 08 July, 2014, 08:31:16 am
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 08 July, 2014, 09:12:24 am
Damerell at various points on the same ride.I didn't realise he was another YACFer. He didn't comment on my jersey - or are we talking about different people?
Post by: Moultonaught on 08 July, 2014, 09:24:53 am
Post by: Basil on 08 July, 2014, 06:18:10 pm
I decided that it would be politic to not use my new greeting. https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=1629.msg1709964#msg1709964
Post by: iddu on 08 July, 2014, 10:42:09 pm
Met Iddu in the spectator hub at Hawes - apologies if I wasn't quite as polite as I might have been - the organisers of our trip, and the manufacturers of Yorkshire hills were conspiring to grind me down into a quivering wreck!Pleasure.
Yerzz., so far Fleet Moss, Malham Tarn & various other "WHAT %?" colleagues are having the same effect; mind you, my own fault for using the singlespeed :)
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 09 July, 2014, 03:40:27 pm
Post by: clarion on 09 July, 2014, 03:41:01 pm
Post by: peliroja on 12 July, 2014, 01:02:16 pm
Post by: jogler on 12 July, 2014, 06:21:49 pm
Post by: hellymedic on 12 July, 2014, 10:27:23 pm
I think one was Idai...
I was a passenger in a minicab so could not do anything.
Post by: itsbruce on 14 July, 2014, 03:01:12 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 14 July, 2014, 06:57:16 pm
Post by: delthebike on 14 July, 2014, 07:02:07 pm
I am reasonably sure it was Delthebike riding away from Paglesham this morning as I was driving Morphy to the sea wall for his 5 mile walk.:thumbsup:
Post by: Ruth on 14 July, 2014, 09:51:58 pm
It was nice to see him :)
Also, free food! :thumbsup:
Post by: Pedal Castro on 16 July, 2014, 09:42:17 am
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 16 July, 2014, 09:56:09 am
Rode home around midday to pick up something I'd forgotten to take with me in the morning. Saw a Wascally Weasel lookalike turning South onto Battersea Bridge.
Sadly not me! I’m no longer on that route, now that I live in the depths of
Post by: matthew on 16 July, 2014, 10:22:52 am
I was in my Gillet whilst traversing from Fenchurch Street station to Waterloo.
Post by: Ham on 16 July, 2014, 03:40:49 pm
Who did I call out to on Monday evening? Just south of London bridge, north bound in an orange top.
I was in my Gillet whilst traversing from Fenchurch Street station to Waterloo.
'Twas oi moiself.
I did smile and wave in a rather uncertain fashion ;)
Post by: matthew on 16 July, 2014, 03:43:43 pm
Yes, well I was stopped at the lights and had time to see you, your concentration was perforce elsewhere on the road.Who did I call out to on Monday evening? Just south of London bridge, north bound in an orange top.
I was in my Gillet whilst traversing from Fenchurch Street station to Waterloo.
'Twas oi moiself.
I did smile and wave in a rather uncertain fashion ;)
Good to put a name to the jersey!
Post by: Ham on 16 July, 2014, 03:54:48 pm
Yes, well I was stopped at the lights and had time to see you, your concentration was perforce elsewhere on the road.Who did I call out to on Monday evening? Just south of London bridge, north bound in an orange top.
I was in my Gillet whilst traversing from Fenchurch Street station to Waterloo.
'Twas oi moiself.
I did smile and wave in a rather uncertain fashion ;)
Good to put a name to the somewhat stretched jersey!
ftfy ;)
Post by: alexb on 17 July, 2014, 12:23:38 pm
I also had a brief chat with Graham (Zipperhead) on Albert Bridge this morning - not seen him in ages.
Post by: Pickled Onion on 17 July, 2014, 01:54:56 pm
By proxy: my daughter saw a green yacf shirt in Blackpot Lane, Oundle yesterday morning.
I take it you don't wear a yacf jersey yourself? Your name has been mentioned twice by random cyclists recently, not because of the yacf connection, but for being (and I quote) "another f'ing nutter who rides a steel framed fixed wheel bike". :D
Post by: Pedal Castro on 18 July, 2014, 08:24:36 am
By proxy: my daughter saw a green yacf shirt in Blackpot Lane, Oundle yesterday morning.
I take it you don't wear a yacf jersey yourself? Your name has been mentioned twice by random cyclists recently, not because of the yacf connection, but for being (and I quote) "another f'ing nutter who rides a steel framed fixed wheel bike". :D
LOL, I also have a green one which is why she noticed you, thinking it may be me at first :-)
Surprised they didn't also mention my lack of helmet too ;-)
Post by: Pickled Onion on 18 July, 2014, 04:15:36 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 19 July, 2014, 10:17:41 pm
Post by: jogler on 20 July, 2014, 05:36:30 pm
The one-time host of a very social & succesful yacf gathering is looking very trim,tanned & fit.
He came bearing liquid refreshment & we forced cake etc. upon him.
We spent a couple of hours or more discussing many cycle related issues & listening to his plans for the immediate future.
A most enjoyable suprise :thumbsup:
Post by: Valiant on 21 July, 2014, 05:36:20 am
Post by: clarion on 27 July, 2014, 08:35:13 pm
Post by: Phil on 27 July, 2014, 09:21:48 pm
Post by: clarion on 27 July, 2014, 09:54:19 pm
Post by: Pippa on 30 July, 2014, 09:49:22 pm
NSTN yesterday on CS3. We were going in opposite directions and I recognised her just ass we passed each other. I shouted out "Hi Laura" and she replied but not sure she knew it was me....
Today I think I saw PaulR go past me on Queen Street. He was heading straight onto Southwark Bridge whereas I was turning left onto Upper Thames Street. So confident was I that it was him I should "Paul" but he didn't turn around so maybe it wasn't him. Yellow top, blue (?) fixie, carradice bag, same hair as I last saw on PaulR :D
Post by: Jurek on 30 July, 2014, 09:55:33 pm
Two in two days.Paul has recently had his hair changed to include a bouffant with a green tint.
NSTN yesterday on CS3. We were going in opposite directions and I recognised her just ass we passed each other. I shouted out "Hi Laura" and she replied but not sure she knew it was me....
Today I think I saw PaulR go past me on Queen Street. He was heading straight onto Southwark Bridge whereas I was turning left onto Upper Thames Street. So confident was I that it was him I should "Paul" but he didn't turn around so maybe it wasn't him. Yellow top, blue (?) fixie, carradice bag, same hair as I last saw on PaulR :D
I suspect the person you saw was someone else :P
Post by: Pippa on 30 July, 2014, 10:20:02 pm
Two in two days.
NSTN yesterday on CS3. We were going in opposite directions and I recognised her just ass we passed each other. I shouted out "Hi Laura" and she replied but not sure she knew it was me....
Today I think I saw PaulR go past me on Queen Street. He was heading straight onto Southwark Bridge whereas I was turning left onto Upper Thames Street. So confident was I that it was him I should "Paul" but he didn't turn around so maybe it wasn't him. Yellow top, blue (?) fixie, carradice bag, same hair as I last saw on PaulR :D
Paul has recently had his hair changed to include a bouffant with a green tint.
I suspect the person you saw was someone else :P
That would explain it then.... ;D
Post by: Auntie Helen on 30 July, 2014, 10:24:48 pm
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 30 July, 2014, 11:01:53 pm
Two in two days.
NSTN yesterday on CS3. We were going in opposite directions and I recognised her just ass we passed each other. I shouted out "Hi Laura" and she replied but not sure she knew it was me....
Today I think I saw PaulR go past me on Queen Street. He was heading straight onto Southwark Bridge whereas I was turning left onto Upper Thames Street. So confident was I that it was him I should "Paul" but he didn't turn around so maybe it wasn't him. Yellow top, blue (?) fixie, carradice bag, same hair as I last saw on PaulR :D
This time I did know it was you!
Post by: Jaded on 31 July, 2014, 10:52:44 pm
Post by: Redlight on 09 August, 2014, 08:57:28 pm
Post by: caerau on 17 August, 2014, 08:01:16 pm
Post by: Gattopardo on 23 August, 2014, 02:22:01 pm
Post by: Steph on 27 August, 2014, 05:12:14 pm
Post by: SpaceBadger on 28 August, 2014, 07:02:33 pm
Post by: Dibdib on 28 August, 2014, 07:57:35 pm
No idea who it was, but he wearing an orange YACF jersey and cycling through Purton, Wiltshire just before 6pm this evening.
That'd have been me! :thumbsup:
Post by: SpaceBadger on 28 August, 2014, 08:45:08 pm
I was slightly more or less conspicuous, depending on your point of view, in my Discovery Channel jersey ;D
Post by: peliroja on 31 August, 2014, 12:45:03 pm
Post by: PaulR on 31 August, 2014, 09:55:53 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 31 August, 2014, 10:06:59 pm
Then, on my way to Skipton station about half three this afternoon, a vaguely familiar looking chap in an LEL jersey....
Post by: DrMekon on 01 September, 2014, 11:54:39 am
Not sure if he's on here, but I've ridden with him and Andy C (of this parish) before.
Post by: Juan Martín on 03 September, 2014, 11:50:38 am
Post by: Julian on 03 September, 2014, 02:33:02 pm
Post by: Jurek on 03 September, 2014, 02:36:03 pm
Was the bike a silver /green Lemond or a blue Pearson fixie?
Post by: Julian on 03 September, 2014, 02:55:49 pm
Post by: iddu on 03 September, 2014, 03:11:07 pm
Iddu, in an alleyway at Wallingford Bunkfest (http://www.bunkfest.co.uk/). Both of us in search of a mid-afternoon pint, but going in opposite directions.
Well, I'm always up for t'latter, to the sound of bashed sticks and knuckles, but wern't me yer honor...
That's bad - some poor sod's my Doppelgänger :)
Post by: PaulR on 03 September, 2014, 05:34:55 pm
Post by: Jurek on 03 September, 2014, 07:22:52 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 05 September, 2014, 01:02:36 pm
Wowbagger, posting on the Guardian Bike Blog. Does that count?
I think, like Shakespear's plays, the Guardian Bike Blog is written by another man of the same name.
Post by: Oscar's dad on 05 September, 2014, 01:16:37 pm
Wowbagger, posting on the Guardian Bike Blog. Does that count?
I think, like Shakespear's plays, the Guardian Bike Blog is written by another man of the same name.
Wowbagger is Francis Bacon? Who'd of thought? I've always had him down as sausage man.
Post by: Pedal Castro on 06 September, 2014, 01:29:21 pm
Post by: hellymedic on 06 September, 2014, 02:55:48 pm
Wowbagger, posting on the Guardian Bike Blog. Does that count?
I think, like Shakespear's plays, the Guardian Bike Blog is written by another man of the same name.
Wowbagger is Francis Bacon? Who'd of thought? I've always had him down as sausage man.
I think I follow two people named Peter Walker on Twitter, as well as two or three named Phil Jones and two called Peter Biggs. Peter Coulson seems a popular name in yacf too.
My old brane is not too confused...
...yet!
Post by: Nuncio on 07 September, 2014, 09:08:41 pm
Post by: Basil on 08 September, 2014, 04:47:18 pm
I was on the Cardiff to Nottingham train. It was only when I got up to get off at University that I noticed the bike. Carridice saddle bag, brooks saddle, dymo hub. Quickly looked for an obvious owner and realised it must have been the bloke sitting just across from me.
To late to ask, I had to get off.
Post by: Wowbagger on 10 September, 2014, 12:47:05 am
Wowbagger, posting on the Guardian Bike Blog. Does that count?
I think, like *Shakespear's plays, the Guardian Bike Blog is written by another man of the same name.
No, Juan Martin is quite right. Because there is another Peter Walker who contributes to the Graun ,I go under one of my pseudonyms there, viz. "Wowbagger".
http://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/bike-blog/2014/sep/02/bicycle-repair-taking-apart-first-step-putting-back-together
at 6.43 pm.
*Go to the "Spelling that Makes You Cringe" thread. Go directly to the "Spelling that Makes You Cringe" thread. Do not pass POBI. Do not say "You are $RANDOM_PERSON AICMFP.
Post by: clarion on 10 September, 2014, 09:03:34 am
Post by: TheLurker on 14 September, 2014, 03:42:23 pm
Post by: hellymedic on 14 September, 2014, 04:18:04 pm
Post by: Kim on 14 September, 2014, 04:27:03 pm
Post by: hellymedic on 14 September, 2014, 04:30:56 pm
I know Feline has a PINK yacf jersey but there aren't very many in circulation.
Post by: clarion on 14 September, 2014, 04:32:43 pm
Post by: Kim on 14 September, 2014, 04:33:17 pm
Post by: red marley on 14 September, 2014, 04:48:37 pm
You: Black YACF jersey battling with the wind.
Me: Red Croix de Fer top, black and white cap, beard and 'tache (in short: Dalston Rapha Victim) enjoying the tailwind.
Post by: Jurek on 15 September, 2014, 07:23:00 pm
Brief pleasantries were exchanged, including the suggestion that the E/SE contingent are overdue onna drinks RV.
Post by: TimO on 17 September, 2014, 05:02:07 pm
You'd also have to work out where TimO is before using it...
Ah, but I've never tandemed, and I don't have one in pink.
Post by: jenhunt on 18 September, 2014, 09:58:15 am
yesterday I passed a guy in NFTO team kit on a flash black bike taking it easy heading towards Dalton on Sowerby back lane, and another guy on a specialized allez (or similar red bike with white tape on the bars) with a beard (the guy, not the bike) in a dark (likely black, possibly navy) also going that way.
hope to spot tiernat et al on the northallerton ride one of these days!
Post by: tiermat on 18 September, 2014, 02:43:15 pm
i may well spot one or two forumites on a regular basis on my commute, but as I don't yet know any of you I can't be certain....
yesterday I passed a guy in NFTO team kit on a flash black bike taking it easy heading towards Dalton on Sowerby back lane, and another guy on a specialized allez (or similar red bike with white tape on the bars) with a beard (the guy, not the bike) in a dark (likely black, possibly navy) also going that way.
hope to spot tiernat et al on the northallerton ride one of these days!
It's easy to spot me!
I can, honestly say I am not one of those you saw, but can be, occasionally spotted around that way en velo (I grew up in Sowerby) If you ever see a guy with long hair on a bright green On-One Inbred 29er, or a black Dave Yates, then that is me.
Having said that there will be zero chance of spotting me on a bike this weekend as I will sleeping after the Friday Night Ride to Somewhere Random (Newcastle in this particular case).
Post by: rabbit on 20 September, 2014, 08:36:52 pm
Hope you had a good ride home, even if you didn't manage to do the 2A.
Post by: rr on 21 September, 2014, 11:06:54 am
Today, 10:20am approaching Leaden Roding.
You: Black YACF jersey battling with the wind.
Me: Red Croix de Fer top, black and white cap, beard and 'tache (in short: Dalston Rapha Victim) enjoying the tailwind.
That was me looping back to Chelmsford after doing a section of the Tour route.
Post by: Arellcat on 23 September, 2014, 07:16:54 pm
Post by: Steph on 24 September, 2014, 06:31:10 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 25 September, 2014, 09:13:31 am
Post by: L CC on 25 September, 2014, 12:02:24 pm
* swoon *
(He's still got it)
Post by: nikki on 25 September, 2014, 07:06:05 pm
Nikki! Who I bumped into as she ran across Jamaica Street on my green light - which meant I had to take her to hospital. Fortunately, it's just a couple of hundred yards up the road... She had to find a cash machine before we went to the pub.
;D
...For the record, and further to our conversation about St Paul's, I was only propositioned once whilst walking back to the B'n'B.
Post by: Nuncio on 28 September, 2014, 09:08:09 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 28 September, 2014, 09:30:31 pm
Tim H, I believe, in black YACFery, riding south past my flat this e'en.
Gosh, only just seen this. I think you may well be right.
Post by: marcusjb on 29 September, 2014, 08:44:41 am
Not spotting but spotted :thumbsup:
Hello to the two dressed in Willesden CC kit I passed yesterday in the Henley Hilly 100 (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=85234.0), riding up the Holloway lane climb to Christmas Common - one pushing a fixed gear bike up the climb, one waiting at the top. The fixed rider knew me and shouted my name after me, but my sunnies were a little steamed up from the effort to work out who it was!
Sounds like manotea and liamfitz, who I know were planning to routecheck the Nyctophobic on Saturday.
Post by: simonp on 29 September, 2014, 09:41:27 am
Would that be simonp & Feline? Just guessing...
Wasn't us.
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 15 October, 2014, 09:42:02 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 22 October, 2014, 11:51:47 am
Amazing how an hour and a half can pass in the blink of an eye but we set the world to rights. What a nice man!
Post by: Polar Bear on 22 October, 2014, 12:02:17 pm
Post by: peliroja on 22 October, 2014, 12:22:24 pm
Woollypigs. This AM. In the shop. With a cup of tea.He's just said the same about you! :D
Amazing how an hour and a half can pass in the blink of an eye but we set the world to rights. What a nice man!
Post by: woollypigs on 22 October, 2014, 04:21:49 pm
Woollypigs. This AM. In the shop. With a cup of tea.Yup and the same goes to you, oh and it was a very good cuppa too.
Amazing how an hour and a half can pass in the blink of an eye but we set the world to rights. What a nice man!
Post by: marcusjb on 23 October, 2014, 09:24:15 pm
Post by: Jurek on 23 October, 2014, 09:29:07 pm
Purple long sleeve YACF jersey, black fixed, Sloane Square around 4:30 this afternoon?Too early for TimO' s home run - and he doesn't have, to my knowledge, a black fixer.
Darkpoint fits with the purple top and black fixer - but he busted the fork on his one recently.
And so this thread could continue.....
Post by: Torslanda on 24 October, 2014, 08:55:47 am
Woollypigs. This AM. In the shop. With a cup of tea.He's just said the same about you! :D
Amazing how an hour and a half can pass in the blink of an eye but we set the world to rights. What a nice man!
Shirley sum mishtake . . .
Post by: woollypigs on 24 October, 2014, 11:07:15 am
Post by: darkpoint on 24 October, 2014, 02:33:09 pm
Purple long sleeve YACF jersey, black fixed, Sloane Square around 4:30 this afternoon?Too early for TimO' s home run - and he doesn't have, to my knowledge, a black fixer.
Darkpoint fits with the purple top and black fixer - but he busted the fork on his one recently.
And so this thread could continue.....
Yep I and the bike are still broken, so wasn't me..
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 27 October, 2014, 12:46:30 pm
Post by: Otto on 27 October, 2014, 04:53:08 pm
Post by: marcusjb on 27 October, 2014, 05:20:10 pm
Marcusjb, did I see you on your Tempo at Sheen Rd / Manor Road this morning at about 8?
You probably did!
What were you on? Wasn't you on the Bob Jackson was it?
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 27 October, 2014, 06:20:03 pm
Recognised your bike from your recent photos - despite only seeing you from the back, your saddle has quite a distinctive back edge so I knew it had to be you. Ta for the warning of the broken glass.
Post by: marcusjb on 27 October, 2014, 07:05:28 pm
My commute is a bit more regular at the moment, so I will keep my eye out for you and say hello next time.
Post by: Steph on 28 October, 2014, 12:32:56 pm
Going through Horley enroute to Box Hill today wearing a Yacf Jersey someone shouted 'Yacf' at me ... have no idea who it was :D
Not me. Been on night shifts.
Post by: Wowbagger on 28 October, 2014, 01:01:13 pm
Post by: Steph on 28 October, 2014, 07:10:50 pm
Post by: DrMekon on 29 October, 2014, 02:36:16 pm
Going through Horley enroute to Box Hill today wearing a Yacf Jersey someone shouted 'Yacf' at me ... have no idea who it was :D
It was me. However, I was visiting, so I don't count.
Post by: Otto on 29 October, 2014, 02:47:36 pm
Going through Horley enroute to Box Hill today wearing a Yacf Jersey someone shouted 'Yacf' at me ... have no idea who it was :D
It was me. However, I was visiting, so I don't count.
Now I'm confused so those in Horley can't count or read? ;D
Nice to nearly meet you BTW
Post by: Butterfly on 02 November, 2014, 10:13:36 pm
Post by: clarion on 02 November, 2014, 10:29:45 pm
Post by: Steph on 02 November, 2014, 11:29:18 pm
Plus my first encounter with a duck, who simply looked confused.
For once, late trains made my day!
Post by: clarion on 03 November, 2014, 08:10:33 am
Post by: TimO on 03 November, 2014, 08:27:16 am
Purple long sleeve YACF jersey, black fixed, Sloane Square around 4:30 this afternoon?Too early for TimO' s home run - and he doesn't have, to my knowledge, a black fixer.
Darkpoint fits with the purple top and black fixer - but he busted the fork on his one recently.
And so this thread could continue.....
Actually, I have been cycling home around that time recently (and getting up at sparrow fart), and do go around Sloane Square on my home commute (I miss it slightly on my way in). On slightly cooler days I've been wearing long sleeved winter weight YACF tops, one purple and one black, and whilst it's not fixed, I'm using a black single-speed bicycle. If there was a knackered orange DHB pannier on the rack, then it was definitely me.
Post by: Ruthie on 03 November, 2014, 03:34:54 pm
Post by: tiermat on 03 November, 2014, 04:08:58 pm
Tiermat, last night :)
And I (and the rest of the Tiermat clan) spotted a Ruthie on the sofa of doom
Post by: Wowbagger on 05 November, 2014, 11:40:31 pm
Post by: Domestique on 06 November, 2014, 12:32:02 pm
Whilst driving in Leigh this afternoon Mrs. Wow and I spotted a very effective looking cyclist who had an interesting mudguard sticker in yellow involving a picture of a bike. She stopped at the London Road lights and we got close enough to read the words: Cyclists stay awesome! It was then that we realised it was Domestique so we can categorically state that she did.
Ah. I thought it was you :)
Post by: Kim on 06 November, 2014, 12:36:46 pm
Whilst driving in Leigh this afternoon Mrs. Wow and I spotted a very effective looking cyclist who had an interesting mudguard sticker in yellow involving a picture of a bike. She stopped at the London Road lights and we got close enough to read the words: Cyclists stay awesome! It was then that we realised it was Domestique so we can categorically state that she did.
As I don't own a motor vehicle, I've stuck one of those on the back of my bike trailer. I'm surprised they fit on a mudguard, though.
Ah, they did another batch with smaller ones (and, handily, a window sticker version): http://road.cc/content/news/121962-awesome-stickers-update-they-sold-out-more-way-plus-get-free-ones
Post by: Jurek on 06 November, 2014, 01:45:33 pm
Whilst driving in Leigh this afternoon Mrs. Wow and I spotted a very effective looking cyclist who had an interesting mudguard sticker in yellow involving a picture of a bike. She stopped at the London Road lights and we got close enough to read the words: Cyclists stay awesome! It was then that we realised it was Domestique so we can categorically state that she did.I've seen that on the back of a twin-wheel pickup truck, right next to a yellow sticker stating 'Cyclists stay back' which had a large red 'X' put through it courtesy of what looked like electrician's tape.
The cargo on the bed of the pickup was one of those bike-hangar secure storage thingies.
Post by: Ruthie on 09 November, 2014, 06:15:18 pm
Post by: clarion on 09 November, 2014, 07:25:11 pm
Post by: Kim on 09 November, 2014, 08:20:04 pm
Post by: clarion on 09 November, 2014, 08:27:22 pm
Post by: Kim on 09 November, 2014, 08:34:57 pm
Such are the perils of just-in-time planning.
Post by: Torslanda on 09 November, 2014, 11:26:35 pm
Post by: Valiant on 10 November, 2014, 01:40:52 pm
I met Valiant for the first time last night.
* swoon *
(He's still got it)
Whatcha doing in Wapping?
Post by: Riggers on 10 November, 2014, 01:58:03 pm
*Delusions ;D
Post by: Ham on 14 November, 2014, 09:23:17 am
Post by: Ham on 20 November, 2014, 09:13:51 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 20 November, 2014, 09:19:29 pm
Post by: Moultonaught on 24 November, 2014, 09:39:25 am
Post by: Wobbly John on 24 November, 2014, 10:09:44 am
Post by: Steph on 04 December, 2014, 05:07:33 am
Post by: Jurek on 06 December, 2014, 07:31:21 pm
I hope your ride turned out to be a fine one.
Post by: PAC on 11 December, 2014, 06:58:30 pm
Post by: PaulR on 22 December, 2014, 01:47:36 pm
Spotted PaulR + PaulRyounger about to embark on a ride to somewhere.
I hope your ride turned out to be a fine one.
I was about to come on here to post a sighting of a Jurek with a Brompton at our front door yesterday, and found this. Yes, we had a good ride, not very adventurous but we timed our cable car ride to coincide with a glorious sunset over south London - Dawson Heights featuring boldly on the skyline.
Post by: davelodwig on 05 January, 2015, 03:44:35 pm
Post by: Graeme on 05 January, 2015, 03:56:32 pm
Post by: matthew on 06 January, 2015, 10:35:02 pm
Arrive at the brass band rehearsal to find a french horn player from the wind band being provided with a Tenor Horn (proper instrument :P) to try out. French horn player takes one look at my water bottle and says "YACF, Yet Another Cycle Forum"
Turns out I was going to spend the evening sat next to RPhillips and would have signed him into the end of the WCW last year if he had been slightly less full value. :demon:
Good to meet you and hope to see you playing tenor horn more frequently.
Post by: barakta on 07 January, 2015, 12:06:03 am
Post by: matthew on 07 January, 2015, 09:25:41 am
Do you play the tenor horn Matthew? *giggles* at proper instrument...
Yes and *dons Flat Cap and northern miner accent* you see French horns aren't part of a Brass Band, only Wind Bands and Orchestra, Tenor horns are in Brass Bands but not wind bands and Orchestra.
Post by: PaulR on 07 January, 2015, 01:26:57 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 08 January, 2015, 06:09:23 pm
Like something out of The Ipcress File ;D
Post by: sojournermike on 09 January, 2015, 12:06:57 am
sojournermike. In a dark basement car park, this aft. Exchanging beer vouchers for bikes.
Like something out of The Ipcress File ;D
It was indeed a pleasure to meet Torslanda, despite the less than salubrious location.
Post by: Graeme on 09 January, 2015, 11:29:02 am
Post by: Torslanda on 10 January, 2015, 10:59:30 am
Closely followed by +Paul, collecting his daughter's new bike.
Post by: Butterfly on 11 January, 2015, 10:01:00 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 24 January, 2015, 03:31:27 am
Post by: Jurek on 25 January, 2015, 02:44:14 pm
*Mopes off bemoaning the lack of pastrami on rye on the menu proffered by the new owners*
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 25 January, 2015, 03:33:40 pm
Jane and NSTN in Fatboys Diner at Trinity Buoy Wharf for brunch. :thumbsup:
*Mopes off bemoaning the lack of pastrami on rye on the menu proffered by the new owners*
Yebbut the old owners didn't do pancakes!
A van driver attempted to kill me after we parted ways. A car pulled out of a junction while the van was overtaking me and rather than braking he dealt with this by trying to swerve round the back of the car hence occupying the space I was in.
I understand this passes for normal driving in Croydon. For my part I screamed, took evasive action and just about managed to get a foot down and avoid falling off. He's very lucky I couldn't catch up with him as he, too, put his foot down and just about made the lights at the next junction where I did not. Very lucky indeed as I was minded to put my D-lock through his windscreen.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 25 January, 2015, 05:26:04 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 25 January, 2015, 08:27:49 pm
No Matthew here (http://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/the-travelling-hornplayer-9780747594727/) though!Do you play the tenor horn Matthew? *giggles* at proper instrument...
Yes and *dons Flat Cap and northern miner accent* you see French horns aren't part of a Brass Band, only Wind Bands and Orchestra, Tenor horns are in Brass Bands but not wind bands and Orchestra.
Post by: Polar Bear on 25 January, 2015, 08:30:24 pm
After a several of near misses over my years of participation in this fine community I have finally managed to tick Valiant off in my YACFer spotting book, and what's more he showed me his very splendid Town Hall, fed me copious TEA and we bonded over our shared understanding of the importance of proper projector maintenance and, in particular, filter cleaning. After a day of looking at AV solutions for education at the BETT show there can be few better people to discuss such matters with I reckon :D
He's a bit of a gem is Valiant in many ways. :thumbsup:
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 25 January, 2015, 08:59:36 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 25 January, 2015, 09:09:28 pm
Jane and NSTN in Fatboys Diner at Trinity Buoy Wharf for brunch. :thumbsup:
*Mopes off bemoaning the lack of pastrami on rye on the menu proffered by the new owners*
Yebbut the old owners didn't do pancakes!
*pricks up ears* Pancakes? We might have to stop avoiding rides that always end up there if they do pancakes! (Previous options for veggies was dire.)
Post by: Jurek on 25 January, 2015, 09:20:02 pm
There's a good chance you'll find more appeal in the menu of the current owners than you did in the menu of the previous owners.Jane and NSTN in Fatboys Diner at Trinity Buoy Wharf for brunch. :thumbsup:
*Mopes off bemoaning the lack of pastrami on rye on the menu proffered by the new owners*
Yebbut the old owners didn't do pancakes!
*pricks up ears* Pancakes? We might have to stop avoiding rides that always end up there if they do pancakes! (Previous options for veggies was dire.)
Post by: Butterfly on 25 January, 2015, 09:25:09 pm
There's a good chance you'll find more appeal in the menu of the current owners than you did in the menu of the previous owners.Jane and NSTN in Fatboys Diner at Trinity Buoy Wharf for brunch. :thumbsup:
*Mopes off bemoaning the lack of pastrami on rye on the menu proffered by the new owners*
Yebbut the old owners didn't do pancakes!
*pricks up ears* Pancakes? We might have to stop avoiding rides that always end up there if they do pancakes! (Previous options for veggies was dire.)
:thumbsup:
Post by: Jurek on 25 January, 2015, 09:32:46 pm
That's most unfortunate and, sadly, endemic of SE Londres.Jane and NSTN in Fatboys Diner at Trinity Buoy Wharf for brunch. :thumbsup:
*Mopes off bemoaning the lack of pastrami on rye on the menu proffered by the new owners*
Yebbut the old owners didn't do pancakes!
A van driver attempted to kill me after we parted ways. A car pulled out of a junction while the van was overtaking me and rather than braking he dealt with this by trying to swerve round the back of the car hence occupying the space I was in.
I understand this passes for normal driving in Croydon. For my part I screamed, took evasive action and just about managed to get a foot down and avoid falling off. He's very lucky I couldn't catch up with him as he, too, put his foot down and just about made the lights at the next junction where I did not. Very lucky indeed as I was minded to put my D-lock through his windscreen.
I cannot help but think that it is probably for the best for all that your D-lock wasn't afforded the opportunity of an interface with van-knobber's windscreen.
Post by: matthew on 25 January, 2015, 10:15:46 pm
No Matthew here (http://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/the-travelling-hornplayer-9780747594727/) though!Do you play the tenor horn Matthew? *giggles* at proper instrument...
Yes and *dons Flat Cap and northern miner accent* you see French horns aren't part of a Brass Band, only Wind Bands and Orchestra, Tenor horns are in Brass Bands but not wind bands and Orchestra.
Funny enough, I was in Bloomsbury today but here (http://www.bloomsbury.org.uk/) to serve lunch to 60.
Post by: jane on 01 February, 2015, 09:14:19 am
Post by: Jurek on 01 February, 2015, 09:50:12 am
Yesterday, from the 171 bus travelling through Crofton Park on the way to Brockley to pick up one of our loan bikes, Jurek, fixie dismounting perhaps en route to Arloe and Moes for brunch? Also saw two more cycling mates a few seconds later (but not YACFers) riding southwards along Brockley Rd. Then two more in Brockley itself.That was the plan.
On no fewer than two occasions yesterday.
However, on each occasion, by the time I'd locked up the bike, the only remaining table in the place had been taken.
Gah! They were rammed!
Post by: TimO on 01 February, 2015, 11:09:18 am
Jane and NSTN in Fatboys Diner at Trinity Buoy Wharf for brunch. :thumbsup:Yebbut the old owners didn't do pancakes! ...
*Mopes off bemoaning the lack of pastrami on rye on the menu proffered by the new owners*
Did someone say pancakes?
;D
Post by: Kim on 03 February, 2015, 04:58:11 pm
Post by: nikki on 03 February, 2015, 05:16:27 pm
Post by: tiermat on 07 February, 2015, 07:33:41 pm
Post by: Graeme on 08 February, 2015, 05:48:08 pm
Post by: Valiant on 09 February, 2015, 04:43:19 pm
After a several of near misses over my years of participation in this fine community I have finally managed to tick Valiant off in my YACFer spotting book, and what's more he showed me his very splendid Town Hall, fed me copious TEA and we bonded over our shared understanding of the importance of proper projector maintenance and, in particular, filter cleaning. After a day of looking at AV solutions for education at the BETT show there can be few better people to discuss such matters with I reckon :D
It was a long time in the making but it finally happend :D
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 14 February, 2015, 09:42:41 am
Post by: Kim on 15 February, 2015, 10:58:49 pm
Also nikki, with her many jumpers.
And barakta, but that's an unremarkable spot.
Post by: nikki on 16 February, 2015, 10:30:24 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 16 February, 2015, 10:34:36 pm
Post by: nikki on 16 February, 2015, 10:39:07 pm
Post by: Kim on 16 February, 2015, 11:38:34 pm
Real friends don't let friends walk around the city centre for 9 hours wearing a single solitary bicycle clip.
:-[
Post by: clarion on 17 February, 2015, 12:25:03 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 17 February, 2015, 04:33:06 pm
HK might not want to go to Revolution on Friday night though and we're away the next day.
Post by: Moultonaught on 18 February, 2015, 01:45:13 pm
Post by: Andrij on 18 February, 2015, 02:43:45 pm
Andrij today, outside my office, dropping of a pair of 1" Kona P2 forks for FrankenErn the commuter bike. He was very kind in that he was riding his Moulton TSR, affording me the opportunity to ooogle its loveliness.... ;D
You beat me to it! Then again, you had a 20 second walk back to your desk while I had the lovely sunny afternoon ride back home before I got online. I win. ;D
A pleasure to meet you, sir.
Post by: Butterfly on 22 February, 2015, 03:35:54 pm
Post by: clarion on 22 February, 2015, 04:07:42 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 22 February, 2015, 08:21:24 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 26 February, 2015, 09:57:42 pm
Watching the Sewing Bee (my fondness for which is the responsibility of Ruthie) tonight I wandered off to the kitchen to stick the kettle on whilst still listening. An erudite voice followed me, talking about corsets and bloomers and historical cycling attire. Surely it must be? Yes indeed! A certain bloomer-manufacturing penny-racing sociologist!
Post by: Ruthie on 26 February, 2015, 09:58:56 pm
Watching the Sewing Bee (my fondness for which is the responsibility of Ruthie)
You're welcome :smug:
Post by: hellymedic on 28 February, 2015, 05:58:00 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 02 March, 2015, 12:06:45 am
Splendid chap.
Post by: Peter on 02 March, 2015, 12:13:14 am
Post by: Mr Larrington on 02 March, 2015, 02:26:52 pm
Butterfly: at Casa Clarifly.
arallsopp (according to Clarion): hurtling past us while we were mired in traffic near Camberwell Green.
Post by: clarion on 03 March, 2015, 10:43:00 am
Post by: davelodwig on 05 March, 2015, 01:46:52 pm
On the front page of Nailsworth news.
http://www.nailsworthnews.org.uk/issues/pdfs/149_NN_Mar_2015.pdf
I suspect the hand of one of our members from the area.
D.
Post by: Basil on 05 March, 2015, 05:43:32 pm
Post by: Jurek on 05 March, 2015, 07:38:36 pm
I clocked Pippa this morning.
Her coat was red
Post by: Tim Hall on 06 March, 2015, 01:03:41 pm
As I've mentioned it elsewhere (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=26458.msg1823954#msg1823954) I ought mention it here.
I clocked Pippa this morning.
Her coat was red
That counts as a good start to the day.
Post by: clarion on 07 March, 2015, 09:55:16 pm
Post by: matthew on 07 March, 2015, 09:57:50 pm
Mattc, LadyC, Hummers, Postie, Feline...
then a chat with Phild at the arrive.
Post by: Andrij on 07 March, 2015, 10:37:47 pm
Andrij, on a Moulton, heading East along High Holborn around lunchtime. We were a pied, and hailed him, but his steely determination drove him onwards with no backward glance :(
Sorry. :( I was very much focused on getting home after this morning's Tweed Run recce.
Post by: Kim on 09 March, 2015, 12:14:54 pm
Post by: clarion on 09 March, 2015, 02:35:39 pm
Post by: nightrider on 09 March, 2015, 05:00:42 pm
Post by: Jurek on 12 March, 2015, 02:07:17 pm
Anyone on here?
Post by: clarion on 13 March, 2015, 10:21:39 am
Post by: Redlight on 13 March, 2015, 05:27:46 pm
LEL jersey this morning, heading north through the Greenwich foot tunnel at about 08:15.
Anyone on here?
Imagine that was me. Wheeling an Orange Roberts?
Post by: PaulR on 13 March, 2015, 05:35:32 pm
Wheeling an Orange Roberts?
That being, presumably, the same Orange Roberts that was on top of the car in front of us as we drove onto the ferry at Calais at the end of August. It's quite a striking machine.
Post by: Redlight on 13 March, 2015, 07:01:04 pm
Wheeling an Orange Roberts?
That being, presumably, the same Orange Roberts that was on top of the car in front of us as we drove onto the ferry at Calais at the end of August. It's quite a striking machine.
Good grief. Yes, if you were on the 16.05 on August 31st.
Small world.
Post by: Jurek on 14 March, 2015, 09:44:25 am
That's the one. Metallic orange as I recall. And it is striking. I was on the blue Pompino, I think (been swapping bikes a bit, this week)LEL jersey this morning, heading north through the Greenwich foot tunnel at about 08:15.
Anyone on here?
Imagine that was me. Wheeling an Orange Roberts?
Post by: Torslanda on 14 March, 2015, 01:22:07 pm
First Tiermat calls at the shop closely followed by that Si_S.
Coffee, a good natter and mending bikes. A great start to any Saturday.
Post by: PaulR on 14 March, 2015, 01:38:51 pm
Wheeling an Orange Roberts?
That being, presumably, the same Orange Roberts that was on top of the car in front of us as we drove onto the ferry at Calais at the end of August. It's quite a striking machine.
Good grief. Yes, if you were on the 16.05 on August 31st.
Small world.
That sounds about right - we'd set off from the south Ardeche in the morning and headed directly north across the Massif Central to avoid the nightmare of the A6. Had a silver Lemond Tourmalet on the roof with blue wheels.
Post by: Si_Co on 15 March, 2015, 08:34:07 am
Forumites are like buses, you don't see any for ages then two come along at once . . .
First Tiermat calls at the shop closely followed by that Si_S.
Coffee, a good natter and mending bikes. A great start to any Saturday.
Good to see you both :thumbsup:
Post by: Basil on 15 March, 2015, 10:55:26 am
In the bathroom mirror whilst shaving.
Well, he looked like Basil, but older.
Post by: Wowbagger on 15 March, 2015, 04:48:43 pm
Basil.
In the bathroom mirror whilst shaving.
Well, he looked like Basil, but older.
That's what happens when you shave and explains why I have kept my youthful good looks. O:-)
Post by: jsabine on 15 March, 2015, 10:37:38 pm
Basil.
In the bathroom mirror whilst shaving.
Well, he looked like Basil, but older.
That's what happens when you shave and explains why I have kept my youthful good looks. O:-)
The pics rather suggest you've kept your youthful good looks in the attic, I'm afraid.
Post by: Jurek on 15 March, 2015, 10:39:51 pm
Pushing a trolley in Sainsbury's Sydenham.
I had a hand basket.
Does that count?
Post by: Mr Larrington on 16 March, 2015, 09:17:44 am
Post by: Redlight on 16 March, 2015, 10:04:35 pm
That sounds about right - we'd set off from the south Ardeche in the morning and headed directly north across the Massif Central to avoid the nightmare of the A6. Had a silver Lemond Tourmalet on the roof with blue wheels.
I do recall there being a car behind with a good looking machine on the roof. Shame we didn't get to speak. We'd come up from Perigueux with an overnight near Tours and thought we wouldn't get there in time. I think it was only because we came off the motorway early and snuck through the back streets of Calais and straight into the port, rather than sitting on the motorway, that we got there in time.
All being well, the Roberts will be making its way over to France again in August, and then heading west, having left the car near Paris....
Post by: Lenny1 on 21 March, 2015, 11:01:41 pm
Gonna go back and have a go at Succombes, (think thats how its spelt!) Should just call it 'frigging steep lane'! :o :sick:lol
Post by: tonyh on 22 March, 2015, 06:12:15 am
Yesterday near Vernham Dean.
Complete surprise, as I hadn't looked where he was headed.
His was the best smile and wave of the whole day. And the best style.
Post by: Basil on 28 March, 2015, 06:07:12 pm
Hurrah! It's that Nikki.
You can always tell it's a Nikki by the wonderful smiley demeanour.
:thumbsup:
Oh, and she also showed me a photo of something nasty in a Petri dish as I was packing my supper into my pannier.
Post by: Torslanda on 28 March, 2015, 07:19:50 pm
Must've done something right as he rode off into the gloom of a Manchester late afternoon and didn't come back . . .
Post by: Kim on 28 March, 2015, 07:32:00 pm
Oh, and she also showed me a photo of something nasty in a Petri dish as I was packing my supper into my pannier.
Makes sense; she probably found it in a canal...
Post by: Basil on 28 March, 2015, 07:52:27 pm
Oh, and she also showed me a photo of something nasty in a Petri dish as I was packing my supper into my pannier.
Makes sense; she probably found it in a canal...
Krect.
So I explained to her why I am now immune to absolutely everything. (Except Man-lurgy, apparently)
Post by: nikki on 28 March, 2015, 08:08:42 pm
Now smiley because of a full belly and an assortment of newly acquired camping bits. ;D :thumbsup:
Basil: here's a closeup of a dibble of the Worcester & Birmingham's finest tonic (https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8741/16944474772_b3fd40a195_b.jpg) after 6 days feeding on a concoction of marmite, honey and skimmed milk. Quite frankly I'm amazed you're still alive!
Post by: Kim on 28 March, 2015, 08:14:37 pm
Post by: nikki on 28 March, 2015, 08:32:23 pm
IIRC the stringy things in the photo are a bacillus (maybe what you saw?), the blobby bits I'm not sure of and we also had some fungus in some of the other samples.
Post by: Mr Larrington on 29 March, 2015, 12:23:40 am
Post by: Si_Co on 29 March, 2015, 01:14:40 pm
Si_S, in the shop with the Trek. Wheel rebuilt, BB bearings replaced.Cheers mate, no creaks or clicks so no need to emigrate. The bike feels alive again :thumbsup:
Must've done something right as he rode off into the gloom of a Manchester late afternoon and didn't come back . . .
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 01 April, 2015, 10:12:22 pm
Post by: Ham on 01 April, 2015, 10:17:09 pm
If someone has an account here but has never posted anything at all,
Paging BrianI and AWL, BrianI and AWL to the black & white adjudicators phone please.
(do you talk into there ? ? ? :o)
Post by: Valiant on 08 April, 2015, 11:11:34 pm
Post by: Jurek on 09 April, 2015, 06:46:08 am
Spotted Jurek and had a brief chat in Newell St :) Was lovely seeing you again matey, feels like it's been an age!
Such an age that I can't even remember when it was. A loooooooooooong time ago.
Good to see you.
I should add that Sam is the first person off the forum (ACF as was then) I met IRL.
That would've been Tour of Britain final stage in ummmmmm....... 2006?
Post by: Valiant on 10 April, 2015, 06:23:07 am
Post by: Jurek on 10 April, 2015, 09:17:05 am
No it can't have been that long ago surely?Last time I saw you, i think would've been at Charlotte's wheel building class in the TH - whenever that was.
Post by: Valiant on 11 April, 2015, 12:23:11 am
Post by: Mr Larrington on 12 April, 2015, 05:18:16 pm
Post by: Von Broad on 12 April, 2015, 07:56:34 pm
A slightly knackered looking Von Broad at the Hillingdon track today; well, he did do the Elenith yesterday! Don't think we've met since the Winter Solstice 200 in 2007 :oGood to see you again Dave.
Post by: yoav on 15 April, 2015, 07:37:17 am
Post by: delthebike on 18 April, 2015, 12:25:10 pm
*I think it was that group. :-\
Post by: Jurek on 18 April, 2015, 12:53:33 pm
At approximately 1040hrs I espied Jane :-*, OTP, leading 20+ LCC Lewisham* riders along South Hanningfield Road, anti clockwise around the reservoir.
*I think it was that group. :-\
Quite likely them.
Jane's leading a Lewisham Cyclists ride from Wickford to Heybridge Basin and back, today.
Post by: Andrij on 18 April, 2015, 10:22:31 pm
Post by: hellymedic on 18 April, 2015, 11:52:26 pm
A very moving, humorous and musical service was followed by a magnificent buffet of many goodies.
Bride and groom looked radiant!
Post by: Valiant on 19 April, 2015, 01:10:44 am
Post by: ElyDave on 19 April, 2015, 12:20:01 pm
They're going to suffer later though, the wind is starting to get up, and it's not warm.
Post by: Steph on 19 April, 2015, 03:09:23 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 19 April, 2015, 03:55:25 pm
When I passed that way heading for York a couple of years ago I got caught up in a sportive, and greatly confused the chap taking photos at a bend in the road. The wind was, indeed, a bastard, requiring a dismount in some crosswinds near Manea to avoid being pushed right over the other verge.
That doesn't surprise me at all, I've taken a 90 degree left hander and struggled not to get blown across into the right hand ditch before now
Post by: rogerzilla on 19 April, 2015, 06:30:45 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 20 April, 2015, 09:11:45 am
Post by: itsbruce on 21 April, 2015, 06:55:51 pm
itsbruce, along with friends of the forum Titus and Kat on today's Tweed Run.
You were disgustingly well dressed. Shouldn't be allowed.
Post by: clarion on 22 April, 2015, 08:35:05 am
Andrij, on a Moulton, heading East along High Holborn around lunchtime. We were a pied, and hailed him, but his steely determination drove him onwards with no backward glance :(Blurry grabbed photographic evidence of same:
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7625/17024424397_91facd83ea_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rWoCfz)P3077336 (https://flic.kr/p/rWoCfz) by TJ Clarion (https://www.flickr.com/people/93751227@N04/), on Flickr
Post by: Kim on 24 April, 2015, 11:30:20 am
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fWMYZroaroQ&feature=youtu.be&t=3m6s
http://youtu.be/fWMYZroaroQ
Post by: Basil on 26 April, 2015, 08:12:14 am
Post by: HK on 28 April, 2015, 10:07:52 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 28 April, 2015, 10:24:32 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 30 April, 2015, 07:46:53 pm
(https://scontent-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/11182048_10153167185901839_3177277521323635971_n.jpg?oh=65b9c55b2922529a98115c37592af0a7&oe=55D3BDE3)
(he had sent a PM to find out if the SmallestCub still played with lego, to which I replied that even the EldestCub still did on occasion. If his gf isn't around, anyway...)
Post by: Butterfly on 30 April, 2015, 10:05:43 pm
Post by: Kim on 30 April, 2015, 10:39:10 pm
Post by: Karla on 30 April, 2015, 11:33:19 pm
Crinkles, I hope the cubs have slept since the lego appeared?
Post by: CrinklyLion on 01 May, 2015, 12:03:59 am
But when I woke them up for school this morning there was a mere fraction of the usual 'don'tWANNAs' from the littly about getting out of bed when I reminded him of its existence. And we had NO computers before school at all, because neither of them even asked - which is pretty bloody rare round ours!
Post by: Kim on 01 May, 2015, 12:05:08 am
And we had NO computers before school at all, because neither of them even asked - which is pretty bloody rare round ours!
Analogue Minecraft, innit.
Post by: Butterfly on 01 May, 2015, 09:43:45 pm
Post by: TimO on 02 May, 2015, 05:22:52 pm
I'm not sure that it's possible to grow out of Lego. You just run out of room to store it.
Ah, you just take it to work, and store it there.
I've got a Lego Space Shuttle, Hayabusa, Curiosity and Research Institute on my desk. ;D
Post by: Basil on 02 May, 2015, 05:52:03 pm
I'm not sure that it's possible to grow out of Lego. You just run out of room to store it.
Ah, you just take it to work, and store it there.
I've got a Lego Space Shuttle, Hayabusa, Curiosity and Research Institute on my desk. ;D
Well that's OK for you 'cos you're allowed to do stuff like that. Like you're allowed to smoke a stonking great cigar and put on a flamboyant waistcoat. :)
Post by: peliroja on 02 May, 2015, 07:33:43 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 07 May, 2015, 08:47:48 am
*Still slightly disappointed that it 'only' makes coffee cos it looks like it should be running Linux or something . . .
Post by: itsbruce on 10 May, 2015, 05:41:11 pm
Post by: TimO on 10 May, 2015, 05:44:09 pm
I'm not sure that it's possible to grow out of Lego. You just run out of room to store it.Ah, you just take it to work, and store it there.
I've got a Lego Space Shuttle, Hayabusa, Curiosity and Research Institute on my desk. ;D
Well that's OK for you 'cos you're allowed to do stuff like that. Like you're allowed to smoke a stonking great cigar and put on a flamboyant waistcoat. :)
I never smoke cigars . . .
;D
Post by: Andrij on 10 May, 2015, 05:48:17 pm
I'm not sure that it's possible to grow out of Lego. You just run out of room to store it.Ah, you just take it to work, and store it there.
I've got a Lego Space Shuttle, Hayabusa, Curiosity and Research Institute on my desk. ;D
Well that's OK for you 'cos you're allowed to do stuff like that. Like you're allowed to smoke a stonking great cigar and put on a flamboyant waistcoat. :)
I never smoke cigars . . .
;D
Show us the waistcoats!
Post by: Butterfly on 10 May, 2015, 09:03:34 pm
Clarion and Butterfly, on their way back from a camping weekend, walking between Kings X and St Pancras. Sadly I was on the phone and so could only point and wave.
Lovely to see you, even if it was brief! :)
Post by: Basil on 11 May, 2015, 10:08:04 am
There she was, waiting to turn right at the lights into the road I was waiting to turn right from. She got a gap in the traffic and we high fived as she passed.
It seems like only yesterday…..oh hang on….
Post by: nikki on 11 May, 2015, 10:57:45 am
Did I imagine it, or were there loads more people out on bikes this morning?
Post by: Basil on 11 May, 2015, 11:22:45 am
Post by: nikki on 11 May, 2015, 03:20:36 pm
Where's the Flat Cut?
Post by: Basil on 11 May, 2015, 03:49:30 pm
I use part of it both morning and evening as a commute extender. Strangely the same direction am and pm.
Post by: Kim on 11 May, 2015, 03:55:55 pm
Where's the Flat Cut?
A Larrington Manoeuvre between the bottom of Silly Oak and Stirchley involving Oakfield road and the Pershore Road, in preference to the more direct route up to the Raddlebarn Road and over, using whichever roads make most sense at the time (Bournbrook Road, Umberslade Road and Warwards Lane are popular options). Neither Oakfield Road nor the Pershore Road are actually flat, and it adds considerable distance so probably doesn't save time - but the gradients are shallower and the traffic's less annoying, so subjectively you feel like you're making much better progress. Especially away from Strichley, where blatting down the Pershore Road at evens is considerably more fun than lugging yourself up Umberslade.
Post by: nikki on 12 May, 2015, 11:31:57 pm
Thanks. (Not one I normally have to use, but filed away for future reference...)
Post by: Mr Larrington on 19 May, 2015, 11:54:32 am
Thee Tubes Ov Art have started their journey :thumbsup:
Post by: Tim Hall on 19 May, 2015, 12:04:39 pm
Jurek, in the warehouse, with the hi-viz gilet.Did he make you wear the counter intuitive Bloo one? Gilet, that is, not Tube of Art.
Thee Tubes Ov Art have started their journey :thumbsup:
Post by: Torslanda on 19 May, 2015, 12:55:22 pm
Lovely frame, may you have many many miles of happiness.
Post by: mcshroom on 19 May, 2015, 11:06:44 pm
Post by: marcusjb on 24 May, 2015, 09:59:23 am
Post by: CrinklyLion on 25 May, 2015, 04:50:31 pm
Post by: Jurek on 25 May, 2015, 04:55:48 pm
Post by: delthebike on 27 May, 2015, 03:54:36 pm
Post by: JenM on 27 May, 2015, 04:18:48 pm
Barakta on page 7 of Cycle. ;D+ Kim just behind David Cox's left shoulder
Post by: BrianI on 27 May, 2015, 06:21:52 pm
Barakta on page 7 of Cycle. ;D
:thumbsup:
Post by: Ham on 28 May, 2015, 02:54:31 pm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9WmhMKWt8DI
Post by: Kim on 28 May, 2015, 06:36:33 pm
There's a variation of that picture with more me and less David Cox on the pushbikes.org.uk (http://www.pushbikes.org.uk) home page, advertising social rides. Make of that what you will.
Post by: delthebike on 28 May, 2015, 06:40:09 pm
Barakta, on page 7 of Cycle. Our postie is evidently a bit slower than delthebike's.I haven't received a copy of Cycle since the Dec/Jan issue as I was on a CTC suspension list, don't know why! ??? (should be sorted now though) I got it from somebody else's copy.
Post by: Jurek on 28 May, 2015, 09:29:37 pm
On the crossing O/S the T/H in Limehouse.
Always good to cross paths with Sam. :thumbsup:
He has SPD / SL pedals for sale. In quantity - if anyone is interested....
Best PM him, if you are.
Post by: Andrew Br on 28 May, 2015, 10:40:08 pm
It was Josh who confirmed that it was you.
Post by: Bledlow on 29 May, 2015, 09:17:39 pm
Barakta, on page 7 of Cycle. Our postie is evidently a bit slower than delthebike's.Our postie was nice & early, but I've only looked at it this evening. Came here to post about it & found (not surprisingly) that I'd been beaten to it.
There's a variation of that picture with more me and less David Cox on the pushbikes.org.uk (http://www.pushbikes.org.uk) home page, advertising social rides. Make of that what you will.
Even in my intention of mentioning you mostly hidden behind David Cox. :(
Post by: barakta on 30 May, 2015, 08:30:18 pm
Post by: matthew on 31 May, 2015, 04:16:53 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 31 May, 2015, 05:22:04 pm
Post by: αdαmsκι on 31 May, 2015, 06:47:47 pm
Post by: Ham on 01 June, 2015, 12:36:53 pm
Barakta on page 7 of Cycle. ;D+ Kim just behind David Cox's left shoulder
Oh y-e-es.....
(guess who gets their copy of Cycle secondhand from their neighbour)
Post by: Moultonaught on 03 June, 2015, 01:59:59 pm
Post by: Steph on 04 June, 2015, 08:10:58 am
My boss has spotted me, her spouse is a cyclist. :D
What is that woman behind you wearing on her head? Please tell me it isn't a helmet...
Post by: Kim on 04 June, 2015, 12:19:52 pm
What is that woman behind you wearing on her head? Please tell me it isn't a helmet...
http://www.ctc.org.uk/sites/default/files/media_library/users/victoria-hazael/img8109.jpg (via the Members' Photos thread (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=235.msg1871746#msg1871746)) is a higher resolution image, and it does look awfully like it might be...
Post by: Ham on 04 June, 2015, 12:40:10 pm
Post by: tiermat on 04 June, 2015, 12:48:03 pm
It's a catlike, isn't it?
It is certainly at a jaunty angle, not sure about the feline aspects of it :)
Post by: Steph on 04 June, 2015, 05:32:03 pm
What is that woman behind you wearing on her head? Please tell me it isn't a helmet...
http://www.ctc.org.uk/sites/default/files/media_library/users/victoria-hazael/img8109.jpg (via the Members' Photos thread (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=235.msg1871746#msg1871746)) is a higher resolution image, and it does look awfully like it might be...
Oh dear.
Post by: ElyDave on 07 June, 2015, 10:31:35 pm
Spotted a trike ride going the other way to me through Soham today, exchanged waves and "morning"s
Post by: Si_Co on 09 June, 2015, 09:47:36 pm
Post by: Valiant on 10 June, 2015, 04:31:10 am
Valiant, earlier this evening.
On the crossing O/S the T/H in Limehouse.
Always good to cross paths with Sam. :thumbsup:
He has SPD / SL pedals for sale. In quantity - if anyone is interested....
Best PM him, if you are.
Ah not for sale, they are used in varying states and free :)
Post by: pdm on 10 June, 2015, 07:39:48 pm
Encountered a recumbent going westbound toward the viaduct with the incumbent wearing what looked like a black YACF top?
She accosted me with: "I have a shirt like that!" ;D
Any ideas who it was??
Post by: Basil on 10 June, 2015, 07:43:26 pm
Post by: Kim on 10 June, 2015, 09:34:00 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 10 June, 2015, 10:31:27 pm
Post by: Kim on 10 June, 2015, 11:46:10 pm
You got up there and did it! Well done! How was it for you?
https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=91131.msg1875142#msg1875142
Post by: origamist on 11 June, 2015, 09:52:31 am
Post by: clarion on 11 June, 2015, 11:17:49 am
And hello Origamist! Hope all is going well up there in the North West.
Post by: marcusjb on 11 June, 2015, 07:11:15 pm
PeteMas and then Sloth on the commute home.
good to see them both on a lovely sunny, tail windy, but flipping congested evening.
Post by: tonycollinet on 12 June, 2015, 01:05:43 pm
On a beautiful Thursday morning I spotted a YACF jersey in the distance as I was coming out of Middlewich, heading towards Byley - luckily the rider was going my way so I introduced myself (rather loudly and perhaps incoherently) to Tony Collinet on his way to Cranage Hall. A pleasure. :thumbsup:
Finally caught up with YACF - Nice to meet you origamist and my first time spotted.
Origamist was on a heroic commute to Salford Keys at a pace I could only hold for a few minutes (And I think he was being kind)
I really am Captain Slow :-)
Post by: clarion on 12 June, 2015, 01:18:57 pm
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 12 June, 2015, 01:42:37 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 14 June, 2015, 07:14:15 pm
There were lots of riders out today, some with numbers on their bikes and others appeared to have route sheets on their handlebars.
ETA:
Sportive:- Evans Cycles Ride It Cheshire Sportive
Audax:- Just the Plains of Cheshire/Just the Hills of Cheshire/The Hills & Plains of Cheshire
I'm assuming that the H&P ride didn't go through Tatton Park (it didn't when I did it the last two years).
Thinking about it, I should have H(ed)TFU and signed on for this year's event since it's a great route and I need to stop pissing around with short rides.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 14 June, 2015, 07:24:48 pm
Post by: Kim on 14 June, 2015, 07:38:26 pm
Post by: Basil on 14 June, 2015, 07:44:11 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 17 June, 2015, 07:40:13 pm
Post by: marcusjb on 17 June, 2015, 08:12:23 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 17 June, 2015, 10:08:03 pm
Post by: tiermat on 18 June, 2015, 09:26:50 am
Post by: Ham on 18 June, 2015, 09:28:47 am
Post by: tiermat on 18 June, 2015, 09:33:22 am
Come to that, I spotted a Tiermat
Oh yes, sorry, I forgot. The day after I spotted a clarion on the SOFA OF DOOM, and the same day that I spotted the same clarion in Huddersfield, I spotted a Ham, although to be fair it was in his house and I had gone to see him.
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 18 June, 2015, 10:57:17 am
Post by: Aunt Maud on 18 June, 2015, 12:30:48 pm
Post by: 504steve on 18 June, 2015, 12:36:58 pm
Post by: Clare on 18 June, 2015, 05:32:03 pm
Last Saturday but I failed to post in a timely manner.
Post by: Ham on 18 June, 2015, 06:02:26 pm
I spotted Ham in his garden shed on Tuesday.
To be fair it is a LOT tidier now, so I'm not so hard to see
Post by: Clare on 19 June, 2015, 11:21:54 pm
Post by: Swarm_Catcher on 20 June, 2015, 10:15:58 pm
An Els on a canal towpath not far from Heathrow. Unfortunately I was late for work and a shout and a wave was all I had time for.It was great to wave!
Post by: Salvatore on 21 June, 2015, 06:39:13 am
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 22 June, 2015, 08:19:48 am
Post by: Salvatore on 22 June, 2015, 12:47:01 pm
Post by: clarion on 22 June, 2015, 01:11:33 pm
We also got to see old friends and acquaintances from Spa Cycles, JD Tandems, National Clarion 1895, Bikefix etc.
Post by: Moultonaught on 22 June, 2015, 01:58:26 pm
* actually I was so busy chatting to Salvatore that Mrs Moultonaught gave up waiting, filled up the car and bought the fuel... :)
Post by: Salvatore on 23 June, 2015, 10:03:26 am
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 23 June, 2015, 12:43:34 pm
Post by: Jurek on 23 June, 2015, 09:35:32 pm
He going his way. Me going mine.
A quick exchange of waves and hellos, and we continued on our way(s).
Post by: Si on 23 June, 2015, 10:18:15 pm
Post by: Kim on 23 June, 2015, 11:50:01 pm
Two spottings of Kim in a week: one in Victoria Sq at the Tuesday bike do, and then one evening in New St Station as she appeared to be taking up the new sport of recumbent wrestling in the lift.
Heh. That's not a new sport. The Mordor Central B-side lifts are strictly amateur level, anyway - a bike will fit diagonally and there are two easily-reached sets of buttons, so it's basically an exercise in getting it in before the gormless crowd pushes in past you. For proper wrestling, try the lifts at University, Derby, or London Lpoo Street, all of which involve a three-dimensional element to the wrestling.
Post by: StuAff on 24 June, 2015, 06:32:41 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 25 June, 2015, 12:11:00 am
Post by: Butterfly on 26 June, 2015, 09:23:24 pm
Princes Risborough... We really should have a list in rides and touring or somewhere of such things.Two spottings of Kim in a week: one in Victoria Sq at the Tuesday bike do, and then one evening in New St Station as she appeared to be taking up the new sport of recumbent wrestling in the lift.
Heh. That's not a new sport. The Mordor Central B-side lifts are strictly amateur level, anyway - a bike will fit diagonally and there are two easily-reached sets of buttons, so it's basically an exercise in getting it in before the gormless crowd pushes in past you. For proper wrestling, try the lifts at University, Derby, or London Lpoo Street, all of which involve a three-dimensional element to the wrestling.
Post by: Basil on 27 June, 2015, 07:40:07 pm
He gave the game away by looking at my tourer outside the Country Girl and then asking, "Are you Basil"
I was.
Nice to meet you, Jamie, and all the best for PBP. :thumbsup:
Post by: Jamiem on 27 June, 2015, 08:53:49 pm
Jamiej.Cheers Basil - now I know you're down the road...
He gave the game away by looking at my tourer outside the Country Girl and then asking, "Are you Basil"
I was.
Nice to meet you, Jamie, and all the best for PBP. :thumbsup:
Post by: Jamiem on 27 June, 2015, 09:41:13 pm
Jamiej.Cheers Basil - now I know you're down the road...
He gave the game away by looking at my tourer outside the Country Girl and then asking, "Are you Basil"
I was.
Nice to meet you, Jamie, and all the best for PBP. :thumbsup:
That actually sounds more sinister than I intended!
Post by: red marley on 27 June, 2015, 09:58:20 pm
Post by: Andrij on 27 June, 2015, 10:05:57 pm
Spotted on the towpath just south of Broxbourne Saturday morning. Yellow YACF top, stopping to take a photo.
That would have been one of the rare cream jerseys that I was wearing today. :)
Post by: red marley on 27 June, 2015, 10:11:23 pm
So a belated hello. Nice morning for canalside pootling.
Post by: Si_Co on 28 June, 2015, 04:12:36 pm
Post by: Nuncio on 28 June, 2015, 09:47:25 pm
Post by: ian on 29 June, 2015, 11:51:09 am
Post by: iddu on 29 June, 2015, 06:23:28 pm
Saturday early afternoon, pink YACF jersey, turning into Newtown from the Llandrindod road. Didn't get a good view. Could it have been iddu?
Guilty as spotted...heading over to Aberdyfi for some R&R / hill walking [hmm, spullchucker suggested hillwailing - that could be more apt description ;D ]
Post by: Jurek on 29 June, 2015, 07:29:18 pm
For the first time ever, I saw someone in a YACF top. I understandably hid in a bush until the threat had passed.Where?
What time?
What colour?
Trajectory?
These Are Things We All Have To Know.
Post by: peliroja on 29 June, 2015, 10:01:32 pm
Post by: Ruthie on 29 June, 2015, 10:37:03 pm
There may or may not have been a tandem 'splosion.
Post by: mcshroom on 29 June, 2015, 11:12:54 pm
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 29 June, 2015, 11:23:01 pm
That there Wascally Weasel, just now, in our kitchen, supping lager. Lovely evening! I apologise for the dog's behaviour...
Lovely to see you all! The dog was fine, my fault for having far too tempting bloody chainring tattoos on my legs.
Post by: Ruthie on 29 June, 2015, 11:23:39 pm
Something about seatposts I heard.
Did you?! News travels fast in these parts!
Post by: ian on 30 June, 2015, 07:46:03 am
For the first time ever, I saw someone in a YACF top. I understandably hid in a bush until the threat had passed.Where?
What time?
What colour?
Trajectory?
These Are Things We All Have To Know.
The evocatively named River Pool Linear Park (the Waterlink Way) between Lower Sydenham and Catford. A group of cyclists heading south, though they'd stopped, probably to rob the local kids. One of them wore the top. About 3.30pm on Sunday afternoon. I was heading north on a blue Brompton, looking intent because I had to be at the Hormiman Museum in 15 minutes.
Post by: Butterfly on 30 June, 2015, 09:44:13 pm
For the first time ever, I saw someone in a YACF top. I understandably hid in a bush until the threat had passed.Where?
What time?
What colour?
Trajectory?
These Are Things We All Have To Know.
The evocatively named River Pool Linear Park (the Waterlink Way) between Lower Sydenham and Catford. A group of cyclists heading south, though they'd stopped, probably to rob the local kids. One of them wore the top. About 3.30pm on Sunday afternoon. I was heading north on a blue Brompton, looking intent because I had to be at the Hormiman Museum in 15 minutes.
We were on the waterlink way on Sunday. Clarion and I were both wearing yacf jerseys I think. Unusually he had the duck on his bike and I had panniers that suggested a week's tour rather than a day's poodling about with Pollards Hill Cyclists. So it could well have been us.
Post by: PaulR on 01 July, 2015, 09:33:30 am
Post by: Basil on 01 July, 2015, 08:28:25 pm
Mr. Sabine is of course, a perfect gentleman. But who knew? So is Manotea. :thumbsup:
Post by: Jurek on 01 July, 2015, 10:46:23 pm
Post by: Thing2 on 02 July, 2015, 04:50:45 am
Post by: Katie on 02 July, 2015, 03:47:28 pm
Post by: ian on 03 July, 2015, 09:39:03 am
The evocatively named River Pool Linear Park (the Waterlink Way) between Lower Sydenham and Catford. A group of cyclists heading south, though they'd stopped, probably to rob the local kids. One of them wore the top. About 3.30pm on Sunday afternoon. I was heading north on a blue Brompton, looking intent because I had to be at the Hormiman Museum in 15 minutes.
We were on the waterlink way on Sunday. Clarion and I were both wearing yacf jerseys I think. Unusually he had the duck on his bike and I had panniers that suggested a week's tour rather than a day's poodling about with Pollards Hill Cyclists. So it could well have been us.
I whizzed through so fast I only caught site the dread four letters. Well, fast for me on a Brompton. My brain was insisting on reminding me that it's probably more than 15 minutes ride from there to the Horniman Museum (about 20 as it turned out, but I went via Honor Oak to avoid the fume-filled joys of the South Circular).
Post by: Moultonaught on 03 July, 2015, 10:16:42 am
Hello, whoever you were :)
Post by: Basil on 04 July, 2015, 08:40:35 pm
There's Kim, I chirp.
Who?
A cyclist I know. She just went by on a recumbent.
A what?
Doesn't matter.
Post by: Kim on 04 July, 2015, 10:56:21 pm
Post by: Julian Smith on 05 July, 2015, 12:16:52 pm
Post by: clarion on 05 July, 2015, 01:42:13 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 05 July, 2015, 02:52:20 pm
Post by: clarion on 06 July, 2015, 11:12:35 am
Post by: alexb on 07 July, 2015, 06:09:54 pm
And Alex B on Tooting common on his way to the Dun Run :). One day I'll recognise him before his bike :-[
"Oh! It's you!" [looking at bike]
Classic greeting!
It was great to see the three of you. If it's any consolation, I was eyeing up your bike as well. Lovely lugwork!
Post by: Graeme on 07 July, 2015, 07:53:43 pm
Post by: Wobbly John on 07 July, 2015, 08:00:10 pm
Other way round to many spottings but as I left the café in Ely yesterday in my Orange yacf jersey WobblyBobJohn appeared in civvies to introduce himself. So hello again Wobbly.
FTFY :demon:
Post by: Steph on 07 July, 2015, 08:25:02 pm
Ruthie and Steph in Durham tea shop. Fizzy drinks in jam jars.And (for some) CAIK
Post by: Graeme on 07 July, 2015, 09:47:54 pm
Apart from suffering tearooms that don't know how to spell caik... Ruthie and I were taught to say gala. :)
I still think it is irresponsible to have alcohol on sale at a 'Minors Gala' thobut.
Post by: Steph on 07 July, 2015, 10:27:35 pm
Post by: Ruthie on 07 July, 2015, 10:32:15 pm
Post by: Steph on 07 July, 2015, 10:46:16 pm
Post by: Ruthie on 07 July, 2015, 11:07:57 pm
Post by: Dibdib on 08 July, 2015, 09:09:11 am
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 08 July, 2015, 03:35:33 pm
Just spotted Wascally in That London, near Vauxhall Bridge. Couldn't shout as I was stuck in the back of a car, but *waves*
*belated return wave*
I was probably still worrying about the mopeds trying to force their way into the cycle lane at at that point!
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 09 July, 2015, 09:45:15 am
Post by: little miss mac on 09 July, 2015, 04:42:16 pm
Saw a red YACF jersey wizz past me - going the other way - through Hyde park at about 8.45 this morning. I called Y-A-C-F but the speedy cyclist was gone...
Hello, whoever you were :)
Hello. I expect that was me, possibly, unless anyone else has claimed it. I've started the commute again after ages off. Now working just behind Marble Arch tube.
Post by: Aidan on 11 July, 2015, 07:02:56 pm
Post by: Kim on 11 July, 2015, 09:40:26 pm
(Also gerwinium, Marmitegeoff and fungus, but they were lesser spots on account of being expected.)
Post by: Genosse Brymbo on 13 July, 2015, 07:28:30 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 18 July, 2015, 06:31:30 pm
Post by: Katie on 18 July, 2015, 09:31:01 pm
Katie otp, with Karen Sutton occasionally otp, over cake in Your Bike Shed in York. Two new ticks in my (not actual) YACF Spotting book!
Beat me to it!
Post by: Jaded on 25 July, 2015, 07:23:01 am
Post by: JJ on 28 July, 2015, 01:58:29 pm
See you there, when you lap me.
Post by: barakta on 28 July, 2015, 08:05:27 pm
Post by: andyoxon on 01 August, 2015, 02:43:20 pm
andyoxon, at the Depart, long after all the paraphernalia had been removed. Good to see Andy again :)
Yes, great to be able to meet up with yourself & Mrs J. :)
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 01 August, 2015, 09:46:06 pm
Post by: Ruthie on 01 August, 2015, 09:48:59 pm
Phil/Tiermat at the amazing phil-birthday bbq
The Tiermats do the world's best barbecues.
Post by: tiermat on 02 August, 2015, 10:04:07 am
Phil/Tiermat at the amazing phil-birthday bbq
And, obviously we spotted a MrC. Great to see you again and we look forward to seeing you again soon.
Post by: tiermat on 02 August, 2015, 10:04:42 am
Phil/Tiermat at the amazing phil-birthday bbq
The Tiermats do the world's best barbecues.
We do try our best :)
Post by: The French Tandem on 05 August, 2015, 09:54:53 pm
Post by: Kim on 07 August, 2015, 03:47:46 pm
Post by: Juan Martín on 08 August, 2015, 02:46:04 pm
Post by: Polar Bear on 09 August, 2015, 03:52:03 pm
Hoping that he will be joining us for the Long Itch camping weekend at the end of September too. :thumbsup:
Post by: RW on 09 August, 2015, 10:50:57 pm
Post by: Steph on 10 August, 2015, 03:39:38 pm
Post by: Vince on 11 August, 2015, 07:49:56 pm
Post by: tiermat on 13 August, 2015, 01:29:19 pm
Last night I spotted a paul, who had arrived at my hotel to collect a bike frame.
Fish, barrel :)
Post by: citoyen on 16 August, 2015, 01:39:23 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 16 August, 2015, 07:05:10 pm
Post by: tonyh on 18 August, 2015, 12:12:10 pm
Post by: Katie on 18 August, 2015, 09:15:39 pm
YACF did come up in conversation talking about my recent crash, though (when she pointed out that I could have gone to the nearest train station, locked up and posted a plea for help collecting it on here, instead of cycling another 40km to get myself home… :facepalm:)
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 19 August, 2015, 02:53:18 pm
Non-spotting actually. But there must surely be a forumite or two in Richmond Park in the mornings this month. I'm often in an Audax Cymru jersey. And am always easy to overtake.
I go through there every morning and have remained unspotted since I resumed doing so in early May. I suspect that the forumites that also go through the park in the morning get out of bed earlier than me.
Post by: citoyen on 30 August, 2015, 06:27:38 pm
Post by: Hattyfatner on 31 August, 2015, 03:48:28 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 31 August, 2015, 03:51:51 pm
Post by: hatler on 01 September, 2015, 09:12:32 am
Someone in a blue YACF top speeding down Hassocks high street yesterday - if it was saturday I apologise that post my first 24h I feel quite adled.That would be me. About 5ish ? And there were (or should have been) some children behind me.
And well done on the 24.
Post by: Basil on 02 September, 2015, 06:26:37 pm
As the 'Kim' waved back and her eyesight is probably better than mine is, I assume I've not freaked anyone out.
Post by: Kim on 02 September, 2015, 06:37:17 pm
Hopefully that was a Kim heading towards me in the distance as I turned right onto the Bristol Road this evening.
As the 'Kim' waved back and her eyesight is probably better than mine is, I assume I've not freaked anyone out.
It was indeed. :thumbsup:
Post by: Basil on 02 September, 2015, 07:40:05 pm
My eyesight is worrying poor these days but all the clues were there.
'Bent - Surprisingly fewer in Brum than c20 years ago.
Correct profile for a SM
Powerful headlight on in day light
Black top that could have been yacf
Cap, not magic hat.
And here's the weird one - Kim's cadence/peddling style. (No, I don't mean the cadence/peddling style was weird - I mean it was weird that I'd recognise it)
Wow, I'm starting to recognise cadence/peddling styles? Blimey!
Eta. Clarion is another I'd recognise that way. Don't ask how. It's not something I can put into words. It just says 'Clarion'
Post by: Kim on 02 September, 2015, 08:14:33 pm
Post by: Basil on 02 September, 2015, 08:35:10 pm
Sorry :-[
Post by: CrinklyLion on 04 September, 2015, 06:22:26 pm
Post by: Marj on 05 September, 2015, 04:07:33 pm
Marj, spotted over coffee cups in Patisserie Valerie this afternoon :D
It was good to see you too yesterday, I'm now home, busy few days in Yorkshire.
Post by: IanDG on 05 September, 2015, 08:40:37 pm
(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/11951195_10153592804027486_8104720092722587161_n.jpg?oh=74862b2615a2435cb31c9ad8cf3b4e69&oe=567CB194)
Post by: Ruthie on 05 September, 2015, 08:49:32 pm
Post by: TheLurker on 05 September, 2015, 08:50:59 pm
And here's the weird one - Kim's cadence/peddling style. (No, I don't mean the cadence/peddling style was weird - I mean it was weird that I'd recognise it)I dunno, doesn't sound _that_ surprising. Perhaps a slightly more refined variation of the gait analysis that allows us to pick out people we know at distances where we can't see faces?
Wow, I'm starting to recognise cadence/peddling styles? Blimey!
Eta. Clarion is another I'd recognise that way. Don't ask how. It's not something I can put into words. It just says 'Clarion'
Post by: CrinklyLion on 05 September, 2015, 09:26:20 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 06 September, 2015, 09:19:40 pm
Post by: Basil on 11 September, 2015, 09:36:38 am
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Post by: Dibdib on 11 September, 2015, 12:07:13 pm
I’ve just seen Dibdib!
Sadly not moi, although I have form for passing by Five Ways (it used to be my commute when I worked in Brummingham). The Real Dibdib is currently in FORRIN for work :(
Post by: clarion on 14 September, 2015, 05:21:16 pm
Post by: Wobbly John on 14 September, 2015, 06:46:22 pm
:D
Post by: Canardly on 14 September, 2015, 07:12:14 pm
A few photos from the day
(http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m158/canardly1/Tour%20of%20Britain%20finale/049_zpsvdpzfnq8.jpg) (http://s103.photobucket.com/user/canardly1/media/Tour%20of%20Britain%20finale/049_zpsvdpzfnq8.jpg.html)
We got to ride the course, marvellous.
(http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m158/canardly1/Tour%20of%20Britain%20finale/042_zpsjvvst7tf.jpg) (http://s103.photobucket.com/user/canardly1/media/Tour%20of%20Britain%20finale/042_zpsjvvst7tf.jpg.html)
Mark giving talk at the Rapha Cafe
(http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m158/canardly1/Tour%20of%20Britain%20finale/045_zpsyiwo7d57.jpg) (http://s103.photobucket.com/user/canardly1/media/Tour%20of%20Britain%20finale/045_zpsyiwo7d57.jpg.html)
You know who this is!
Post by: Basil on 14 September, 2015, 07:18:35 pm
Ah rumbled! I forgot to put the social ride tea shirt on! ;D Mark is a really nice bloke and hugely supportive of cycling in all of its forms.
Like for tea and Cake in polite society? ;)
Post by: Polar Bear on 14 September, 2015, 07:24:05 pm
Polar Bear and MllePB at home in Rugby, which is a lot nicer than I thought it would be (Rugby, I mean). I've only ever seen it from a train carriage and I expected a mini-Coventry ;D
Hmmm, what's Roger implying about the state of our building site / works in progress? Twas good to see you and your good lady too Roger. Thanks very much indeed for the slightly wobbly plastic item. :thumbsup:
Rugby is a surprisingly pleasant place. A sort of middle class Kettering. We have some really good real ale pubs, the most excellent eateries and a few curry houses of passable distinction as well. And, my lbs is 100 metres away!!
Seriously, we are living in cluttery mess at the moment but we're both equally guilty of not tidying up so that't OK then. The builder has been in looking at the newly vacated old bathroom space this afternoon.
Post by: TimO on 14 September, 2015, 07:25:23 pm
NSTN in Wandle Park! :D
Which is more than I ever have! :o ;D
Post by: tiermat on 17 September, 2015, 02:15:06 pm
Recumbent trike, check
Beard, check
No top, only shorts, check.
I was going the other way, in a car, so was unable to verify the most distinguishing feature of said forumite.
Post by: Kim on 17 September, 2015, 06:02:48 pm
(I shouted, but predictably you didn't hear.)
Post by: Basil on 17 September, 2015, 06:56:30 pm
Basil, heading up Selly Oak High Street about 15 minutes ago.
(I shouted, but predictably you didn't hear.)
Oh sorry matey. Didn't see you.
I was on a mission. Just finished work and am now off for a week anna bit. So a small celebration somewhere on the Raddlebarn Rd was uppermost in my mind.
Post by: Kim on 17 September, 2015, 08:31:27 pm
Basil, heading up Selly Oak High Street about 15 minutes ago.
(I shouted, but predictably you didn't hear.)
Oh sorry matey. Didn't see you.
I was in disguise, pushing a shopping trolley rather than a bike.
Post by: Steph on 19 September, 2015, 11:24:47 pm
Ah rumbled! I forgot to put the social ride tea shirt on! ;D Mark is a really nice bloke and hugely supportive of cycling in all of its forms.
Like for tea and Cake in polite society? ;)
He is a lovely man, and included me in his first book, even though he described me as "rather large"
Post by: nikki on 29 September, 2015, 11:06:54 am
There was a veritable throng of peopleonbikes at the front of the queue to turn off Bournbrook Road into Bristol Road this morning. I recognised one of them.
"Basil!"
"BASIL!"
*pause*
"[Basil's_other_name_which_is_not_in_any_way_similar_to_the_name_just_shouted]!"
*nervous shifting from people wondering if I have some sort of name-based Tourette's*
Then the lights changed and we Bristol Roaded in different directions.
:facepalm:
Post by: Kim on 29 September, 2015, 12:21:33 pm
Post by: hellymedic on 29 September, 2015, 12:37:03 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 29 September, 2015, 02:30:27 pm
https://youtu.be/NPtIHwbguO4
Post by: Basil on 29 September, 2015, 03:13:56 pm
There was a veritable throng of peopleonbikes at the front of the queue to turn off Bournbrook Road into Bristol Road this morning. I recognised one of them.
"Basil!"
"BASIL!"
*pause*
"[Basil's_other_name_which_is_not_in_any_way_similar_to_the_name_just_shouted]!"
*nervous shifting from people wondering if I have some sort of name-based Tourette's*
Then the lights changed and we Bristol Roaded in different directions.
:facepalm:
Sorry Nikki
That's twice this month I've not heard forumites shouting at me. My hearing is pretty bad anyway, but I hope this is not a sign of impending serious loss.
Shouting at Basil doesn't work. You need a distinctive cadence.
;D :thumbsup:
Post by: nikki on 29 September, 2015, 06:38:17 pm
Shouting at Basil doesn't work. You need a distinctive cadence.
;D :thumbsup:
;D :thumbsup:
Sorry Nikki
That's twice this month I've not heard forumites shouting at me. My hearing is pretty bad anyway, but I hope this is not a sign of impending serious loss.
It probably wasn't ideal conditions for being heard - including me having a cold - but fingers crossed it's nothing more serious.
Post by: perpetual dan on 30 September, 2015, 06:56:11 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 02 October, 2015, 09:06:22 am
Post by: Mr Larrington on 02 October, 2015, 09:28:50 am
Ruthie and I spitted Windy and Mrs Windy at their dining table in Stornoway
(http://software-carpentry.org/blog/2013/10/inigo.png)
Post by: IanDG on 02 October, 2015, 01:16:00 pm
Ruthie and I spitted Windy and Mrs Windy at their dining table in Stornoway
(http://images.pitchero.com/ui/676213/1375820148_0.gif)
Post by: mcshroom on 02 October, 2015, 03:12:53 pm
Post by: Andrij on 04 October, 2015, 08:14:59 pm
Post by: Pancho on 04 October, 2015, 08:41:22 pm
Surely I can't be the only NCR Route 2 yacf commuter. I say hi to everyone but they're grumpy sods on the counter commute and, presumably, just think I'm mad now.
Post by: hatler on 04 October, 2015, 09:58:41 pm
Post by: IanDG on 04 October, 2015, 10:11:04 pm
Wtf was the autocorrect doing there ???
;D
Post by: StuAff on 04 October, 2015, 10:52:04 pm
Bloody hell I'm an antisocial sod with no identifying gait or cadence. I've never seen anyone and no one's ever seen me. I did meet a few people on rides on the distant past - but that was another life, other forums.Our paths have probably crossed at some point, given your proximity to Pompey. We just don't know it..
Surely I can't be the only NCR Route 2 yacf commuter. I say hi to everyone but they're grumpy sods on the counter commute and, presumably, just think I'm mad now.
Post by: IanN on 10 October, 2015, 06:10:00 pm
His wife had just finished the Warmley Forest Park 10k. I think.
Post by: Tim Hall on 10 October, 2015, 06:12:26 pm
Post by: Steph on 10 October, 2015, 08:18:08 pm
We were then joined by my friend John, on his Super Galaxy, and the warehouse sale provided half-price cleats. Then on into Crawley by way of a new little path Tim had spotted, and without realising (shift work) it is Saturday. Oh dear.
Post by: tiermat on 11 October, 2015, 04:46:32 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 12 October, 2015, 09:28:09 am
(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/12143327_10153540952686839_8918228458957510582_n.jpg?oh=d38f55daf578d91a2bce7ba7457812c2&oe=569CE325)
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 12 October, 2015, 01:40:53 pm
A man by the name of spacebadger introduced himself at Warmley station cafe (Bristol to Bath cycle path).Must have been an interesting conversation.
His wife had just finished the Warmley Forest Park 10k. I think.
"Nice day, isn't if?"
"Yes. Nice bike you've got there."
"Thanks. I'm Ian, by the way."
"Nice to meet you. My name's Spacebadger."
:D
My spot – perhaps – someone looking remarkably like JonB dashing down the Gloucester Rd on a Brompton about an hour ago. Seems like the wrong place for him and I wasn't aware he had a Brommie, but it did look like him!
Post by: CrinklyLion on 12 October, 2015, 05:26:28 pm
^^I have to wonder what Crinkly Lion's walls are made of. ???^^
It's the bathroom wall, and those are Early Learning Centre (and somewhere else I can't remember) foam bath letters on the tiled wall above the bath - they stick with water. Original authentic Cristal "chicken" tiles I'll have you know. Well, apart from the cheapo blue B&Q ones underneath, which were my 'temporary' fix (and my first ever attempt at tiling) to the gaping hole left when we ripped off the cracked faded nasty plastic splashback the day we moved in to the Den, in October 2000...
Post by: Kim on 12 October, 2015, 07:05:56 pm
(This is the sort of thing IBS sufferers notice when they've got bored of reading the label on the bleach.)
Post by: Aunt Maud on 12 October, 2015, 08:00:28 pm
Post by: tonyh on 12 October, 2015, 08:53:03 pm
Post by: Chris S on 12 October, 2015, 09:03:49 pm
I can confirm that while the rotation of the tiles in CrinklyLion's bathroom isn't consistent, they don't appear to spell out a coded message.
You didn't try and scan it with a barcode reader, did you?
I have the coded message. ;D
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 13 October, 2015, 08:16:50 pm
Foam bath letters? That's a new one to me! I'd assumed they were ye goode olde magneticke fridge letters, so I was wondering about steel walls. Which would probably be good for a secret underground bunker...^^I have to wonder what Crinkly Lion's walls are made of. ???^^
It's the bathroom wall, and those are Early Learning Centre (and somewhere else I can't remember) foam bath letters on the tiled wall above the bath - they stick with water. Original authentic Cristal "chicken" tiles I'll have you know. Well, apart from the cheapo blue B&Q ones underneath, which were my 'temporary' fix (and my first ever attempt at tiling) to the gaping hole left when we ripped off the cracked faded nasty plastic splashback the day we moved in to the Den, in October 2000...
Post by: IanN on 13 October, 2015, 08:26:42 pm
Um, I was wearing a yacf jersey. It sort of went from thereA man by the name of spacebadger introduced himself at Warmley station cafe (Bristol to Bath cycle path).Must have been an interesting conversation... snip
...
:D
but I like the comedic potential of introducing yourself to random strangers by being very odd indeed.
Post by: JonB on 13 October, 2015, 10:57:13 pm
My spot – perhaps – someone looking remarkably like JonB dashing down the Gloucester Rd on a Brompton about an hour ago. Seems like the wrong place for him and I wasn't aware he had a Brommie, but it did look like him!
Ah, not me I'm afraid Cudz ... no brommie and whilst I don't necessarily consider the Gloucester Road as the 'wrong place' it's not where I was yesterday.
Post by: matthew on 24 October, 2015, 06:49:54 am
DocSquid on radio 4 now on farming today which is from their wood. :thumbsup:
Post by: TimO on 24 October, 2015, 05:17:27 pm
Not seen but heard,
DocSquid on radio 4 now on farming today which is from their wood. :thumbsup:
:o
I listen to Farming Today most mornings, as it's on just before I leave for work, but not on Saturdays, when I'm catching up on my zeds!
<fx: Wanders off to fire up iPlayer>
Post by: Basil on 24 October, 2015, 06:06:30 pm
I've just downloaded DocSquid et al. Again, interesting stuff. :thumbsup:
Post by: Andrij on 25 October, 2015, 04:51:28 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 25 October, 2015, 07:09:10 pm
There was PIE and a Little Red YACF Book.
Post by: trekker12 on 28 October, 2015, 10:55:24 am
An exchange of pleasantries and only as you departed I noticed the YACF jersey so didn't get a chance to introduce myself.
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 28 October, 2015, 03:30:52 pm
Post by: trekker12 on 29 October, 2015, 04:07:28 pm
How far was velosams longest ever ride then?
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 29 October, 2015, 05:15:26 pm
Post by: Mr Larrington on 30 October, 2015, 11:52:53 pm
Post by: L CC on 02 November, 2015, 04:37:15 pm
(And not just because he was wearing RED)
Post by: Wobbly John on 02 November, 2015, 07:49:45 pm
Will's ride had changed routes and added a dozen miles to their 60 mile ride. ::-)
Post by: Mr Larrington on 02 November, 2015, 08:45:36 pm
Post by: Ham on 03 November, 2015, 10:35:20 am
Post by: Andrij on 03 November, 2015, 11:09:54 am
zigzag, this morning, outside my flat, collecting a wheel.
Post by: Andrij on 06 November, 2015, 08:45:35 pm
Post by: tiermat on 08 November, 2015, 12:52:40 pm
TLD was standard bearer for the guides.
Post by: madcow on 17 November, 2015, 07:49:44 pm
I had been to the storage place near the Raylor Centre and was going round the ring road to get over the river and up Bish Road.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 17 November, 2015, 07:52:35 pm
Post by: SpaceBadger on 18 November, 2015, 08:07:13 am
A man by the name of spacebadger introduced himself at Warmley station cafe (Bristol to Bath cycle path).
His wife had just finished the Warmley Forest Park 10k. I think.
Hello IanN. I'm slightly late in getting to the forum. It was good to meet you. My girlfriend had just finished the run. I hope my wife doesn't read this!
Post by: Polar Bear on 22 November, 2015, 10:35:21 am
Nice to see you again Sir. :)
Post by: Otto on 19 December, 2015, 01:00:38 pm
Post by: Valiant on 26 December, 2015, 08:43:56 pm
Post by: tiermat on 01 January, 2016, 12:08:45 pm
Post by: Deano on 02 January, 2016, 04:43:52 pm
It's also his birthday. Happy birthday, Trev!
*He's Uncle Peter's brother, so naturally he should get Uncle status.
Post by: madcow on 09 January, 2016, 09:40:00 am
Post by: Wowbagger on 15 January, 2016, 11:44:05 am
Post by: Jakob W on 19 January, 2016, 10:09:43 pm
Post by: Steph on 20 January, 2016, 06:30:22 pm
Post by: clarion on 21 January, 2016, 04:44:09 pm
Post by: Redlight on 26 January, 2016, 04:23:01 pm
Post by: Andrij on 28 January, 2016, 09:52:10 pm
Post by: jsabine on 28 January, 2016, 10:55:46 pm
ETA - a post elsewhere makes me think it was America St.
In that case we very possibly spotted each other in reality without realising.
Post by: nikki on 10 February, 2016, 05:57:46 pm
I do hope he managed to find somewhere to take on some fluids.
Post by: Basil on 10 February, 2016, 06:32:27 pm
Basil on Raddlebarn Road with his race face on and looking, dare I say it, slightly dehydrated.
I do hope he managed to find somewhere to take on some fluids.
Dealing with that problem right now m'dear.
You should have called out. I'd have not heard you, as usual.
Post by: nikki on 10 February, 2016, 07:28:54 pm
I waved as much as I felt able to without losing control of the car. You may not have noticed, but I think I confused the person driving behind you ;D
Post by: Kim on 10 February, 2016, 07:44:26 pm
Post by: Basil on 10 February, 2016, 08:19:24 pm
You're supposed to wind down the window and shout "Get on the cyclepath!"
I believe that is the traditional yacf greeting. ;D
Post by: Kim on 10 February, 2016, 08:25:17 pm
Post by: rr on 10 February, 2016, 11:25:57 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 14 February, 2016, 12:21:20 pm
He was doing our local winter hardriders TT while I was on the last leg of my 70-odd km on the recumbent.
Possibly embarrasing for them, but I passed another TTer. :thumbsup:
Post by: clarion on 14 February, 2016, 09:14:28 pm
Post by: Ian H on 14 February, 2016, 10:03:53 pm
Teethgrinder, IanH and the rest of the team at the Bike Show. The interviewer sadly started off by confusing his Tommy Godwins.. ::-)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/XoEV0zFI99dNI3BHKDD9KFhLqDLeOUh4PQ_crOu5QJhgjLaM9BYRmMUWOVHQktbZeipJIGDIZdf-ingz2a7XPUErbReiiISjUWB_4s_VaUwOvxBmTwdWgdyTU3vdfQxDAyl11haU8y_cKjGrWw7jkwxcVjf1du5l4nmJiKnV5QLVIA_uxIDRqgxn2GQbTdusTCoA6ozfwYJD0gGXiiuyEEmShvLNnqlfME-qj2nKM1-Cn5hH05BFMwoml28W5IO9mxGnyDd0mzmfRiPiltzoU9iNG6tJaZ0RceGWEEXR4XjRrPVSDUv_PY-is-T_BM69TTZG5cIE87nQ1VuSxvyyVAjN2qsEzDqttrNlt1SyL7mBg7ic6njGxjivYuZAbIi_pI144VCYZjyapr6lZf7QiEMhf2a_4tJQef4fDUMCmloJ7ra3hmQmg7zS02NiJJNuH0d6KxP6jy5EVsHvFTkWICiLsppYPmxMg8Xt9kl66LqmrsjiyDGGEqoZJ7eHh_tKJbNjMJmmxYivOutC3210BrkFL4tg96LzUFcmQG3WbHIK3pncKDhXW_lAC9cX5M-gFqtm=w1202-h676-no)
Post by: rob on 14 February, 2016, 10:23:31 pm
Teethgrinder, IanH and the rest of the team at the Bike Show. The interviewer sadly started off by confusing his Tommy Godwins.. ::-)
Ah, in that case I was sat behind you. Spotted the yacf buff.
Post by: clarion on 14 February, 2016, 10:38:03 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 14 February, 2016, 10:39:49 pm
Post by: Steph on 15 February, 2016, 12:17:43 am
Post by: Deano on 27 February, 2016, 09:59:44 pm
Post by: Steph on 11 March, 2016, 06:22:31 pm
It was a while before we noticed what we were both drinking was 5% ABV...
Post by: Basil on 11 March, 2016, 06:25:24 pm
Basil, That Brum, over ALE.
It was a while before we noticed what we were both drinking was 5% ABV...
I noticed the following morning. :facepalm:
Still. Nice evening. Thanks for your company, Steph. :thumbsup:
Post by: SteveC on 12 March, 2016, 03:41:42 pm
Post by: Graeme on 13 March, 2016, 04:13:37 pm
Really felt Spring-like today, beautiful sunshine and warmth.
Post by: Deano on 13 March, 2016, 05:02:48 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 17 March, 2016, 09:53:00 pm
Post by: clarion on 18 March, 2016, 03:44:14 pm
Post by: Basil on 18 March, 2016, 08:45:37 pm
*makes off to the pub with the proceeds*
Post by: Paul on 21 March, 2016, 07:59:42 pm
Post by: Polar Bear on 21 March, 2016, 08:01:18 pm
That Jane from That London, in the shop this afternoon, picking up her new bike.
It never happened without pictures...
Post by: Paul on 21 March, 2016, 08:02:46 pm
Bloody lovely.
Post by: Torslanda on 22 March, 2016, 10:07:05 pm
That Jane from That London, in the shop this afternoon, picking up her new bike.
It never happened without pictures...
Bit late for that...
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 24 March, 2016, 10:27:28 am
I haven’t seen anyone in aaaages so that was nice.
Post by: Torslanda on 25 March, 2016, 01:42:30 pm
Extra points from Mrs Tiermat as I came back with loads of
Post by: jane on 25 March, 2016, 04:57:41 pm
Yup...was there, although not bike was for stepson, not me. He's 6', I'm 5'2". I attempted to ride bike from Man Vic to Man Picc. That was interesting. Suffice to say, it was just about possible, but I was in great fear of the top tube, the whole time. Stepson over the moon with the rather neat little Peugeot frame, built up just the way he likes it, single speed freewheel and fixed, plus the addition of a dynamo hub which puts my mind at rest somewhat, as he's always losing lights. His face as he took it from me and rode away on it...well, haven't seen that look since he was a good deal younger. Sort of happy kid on Christmas morning face.That Jane from That London, in the shop this afternoon, picking up her new bike.
It never happened without pictures...
Post by: Torslanda on 25 March, 2016, 05:25:52 pm
Post by: PaulR on 31 March, 2016, 01:41:01 pm
Post by: Ham on 31 March, 2016, 03:21:54 pm
Last night at about 6.30, a red YACF jersey heading north over Southwark Bridge. Might it have been a Ham? I was southbound and inconspicuous.
It would have been, indeed
Post by: Mr Larrington on 03 April, 2016, 04:33:13 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 03 April, 2016, 10:46:05 pm
I'm not sure if they introduced themselves to each other as there were one or two others in.
Life's hectic...
Post by: Si S on 04 April, 2016, 08:00:51 am
Si_S and Longers. Both in the shop and at the same time.
I'm not sure if they introduced themselves to each other as there were one or two others in.
Life's hectic...
I should have put 2 and 2 together when he said he'd bought a balance bike off tiermat :facepalm: Anyway nice chatting to you Longers, good to see the place busy Tors.
Post by: Jaded on 05 April, 2016, 11:19:35 pm
Post by: Vince on 06 April, 2016, 02:46:02 am
Post by: jane on 19 April, 2016, 04:54:24 pm
Post by: davelodwig on 20 April, 2016, 05:57:22 pm
Tuesday, probably about 7.30pm on my back wheel just after Salmon Springs in Stroud. The chap asked about the rolhoff and remarked about my AUK sticker on the mudguard as a fellow audaxer.
Didn't really turn round as I was about to crack the hour 15 for Cheltenham to Stroud and was getting my boogie on to my ipod.
Post by: iddu on 23 April, 2016, 05:06:09 pm
Post by: PAC on 28 April, 2016, 09:59:03 pm
PAC, perusing bike pron in Newbury - hope it wasn't too spendy :)Not on the day, apart from coffee and cake there ;D. New bike for Mrs PAC has been selected, though, and Thule Chariot is on order for Baby PAC :thumbsup:
Post by: hellymedic on 02 May, 2016, 12:48:14 pm
(https://letclothesbeclothes.files.wordpress.com/2015/08/cropped-nhm-demo-march-30th-20155.jpg)
Post by: Jurek on 03 May, 2016, 02:28:49 pm
I think I spotted, or rather was spotted by, a Jurek heading up Friendly St as I was heading down. I heard the call, turned to check, but was already half way down as he was at the top. Being late for an appointment, sadly couldn't stop. Would never have been able to chase him down anyway!We were late, collectively - which is why I didn't stop :-[
Post by: Butterfly on 03 May, 2016, 04:54:33 pm
Would that be clarion and butterfly here on the banner of 'Let Clothes Be Clothes'?Yes, that's us!
(https://letclothesbeclothes.files.wordpress.com/2015/08/cropped-nhm-demo-march-30th-20155.jpg)
Post by: clarion on 03 May, 2016, 04:57:48 pm
Post by: hellymedic on 03 May, 2016, 05:40:52 pm
Post by: Kim on 03 May, 2016, 05:55:10 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 03 May, 2016, 07:03:43 pm
And more importantly, what's he wearing? :)Clothes.
Post by: Butterfly on 03 May, 2016, 09:15:46 pm
And more importantly, what's he wearing? :)Clothes.
:thumbsup: ;D
Post by: Andrij on 07 May, 2016, 11:11:48 pm
:thumbsup:
Post by: Ham on 08 May, 2016, 09:27:15 am
Ham, at Ham Hall.
:thumbsup:
Retained ability to spot anything is impressive. (Alcohol in a multitude of guises may have been involved)
Post by: CrinklyLion on 08 May, 2016, 02:24:59 pm
Post by: Jurek on 13 May, 2016, 07:19:27 pm
Me returning home from Walthamstow.
She returning home from somewhere much nicer.
Good to see you!
Post by: Vince on 13 May, 2016, 11:17:33 pm
bikey-mikey's steed in Terry's Cycles in Yate.
Post by: Si S on 15 May, 2016, 07:14:11 am
Post by: Oscar's dad on 15 May, 2016, 04:28:03 pm
Post by: Jurek on 15 May, 2016, 04:32:21 pm
Wowbagger with loads of other cyclists at Battlesbridge, Essex earlier today. The place was rammed due to a classic car show and the arrival of a dozen or more cyclists added to the chaos ;DWell done! Ride Leader Jane OTP :thumbsup:
Post by: Kim on 15 May, 2016, 04:32:41 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 15 May, 2016, 04:35:48 pm
Wowbagger with loads of other cyclists at Battlesbridge, Essex earlier today. The place was rammed due to a classic car show and the arrival of a dozen or more cyclists added to the chaos ;DWell done! Ride Leader Jane OTP :thumbsup:
Were you in the peloton as well?
Post by: Jurek on 15 May, 2016, 04:43:48 pm
Wowbagger with loads of other cyclists at Battlesbridge, Essex earlier today. The place was rammed due to a classic car show and the arrival of a dozen or more cyclists added to the chaos ;DWell done! Ride Leader Jane OTP :thumbsup:
Were you in the peloton as well?
Nah!
Armchair
Post by: Ham on 17 May, 2016, 08:51:47 am
Said Hi to Nim (?) sometime browser of this parish and AUK this morning.
Post by: Butterfly on 24 May, 2016, 10:10:39 pm
Post by: Jurek on 24 May, 2016, 10:12:52 pm
Yesterday the little duck and I cycled to the London transport museum. On the way home we spotted Speshact outside Balfe's bikes in Kennington. I would have paused but we were on a mission to get to tooting common for ice cream before the cafe closed. :)My bold.
Serious stuff.
Post by: ranran on 30 May, 2016, 01:51:18 pm
Post by: L CC on 30 May, 2016, 04:18:03 pm
(http://i952.photobucket.com/albums/ae7/fboab/20160527_184748_1.jpg)
Post by: Deano on 30 May, 2016, 06:44:50 pm
DEANO ,at the level crossing at Milton on the A689 heading towards Alston , riding fixed..
Hello! I thought I was in disguise with my new gegs.
Post by: Paul on 30 May, 2016, 07:00:25 pm
Spooky. Look who spotted me on a platform, Friday night. They were off for Type 1 fun, I was headed for the Type 2 variety.I don't know which is what.
I'm going to assume that the top 3 are cycling, food and sex, but I'm damned if I can say what order they come in on any particular day.
Post by: Kim on 30 May, 2016, 07:07:19 pm
Type 2 fun is like fun, but different. See also: Audax.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 30 May, 2016, 07:07:43 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 30 May, 2016, 07:52:13 pm
The enumeration order's pretty critical with those: Cycling works best after food, sex after cycling is likely to be a disappointment, that sort of thing.
Type 2 fun is like fun, but different. See also: Audax.
Standing up to relieve numbness after too long on a badly adjusted saddle can sometimes feel like combining cycling and sex.
#toomuchinformation.
Post by: TimO on 31 May, 2016, 10:11:32 am
... sex after cycling is likely to be a disappointment ...
In general, sex and cycling are good for each (http://www.bicycling.com/training/motivation/6-ways-cycling-improves-your-sex-life) other, although admittedly jumping on someone the moment after they've finished PBP or LEL is unlikely to be the best idea.
Post by: Redlight on 01 June, 2016, 09:19:26 pm
jumping on someone the moment after they've finished PBP or LEL is unlikely to be the best idea.
Jumping ON them might be appreciated. Expecting much of a response right be optimistic.
Post by: Graeme on 05 June, 2016, 07:00:09 pm
;D
Post by: TimO on 07 June, 2016, 08:10:38 pm
(http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/stuff/20160607_Adrian.jpg)
Post by: Tim Hall on 07 June, 2016, 09:57:29 pm
Post by: IanDG on 08 June, 2016, 03:40:53 pm
https://www.instagram.com/p/BGZATi5AkMO/
Post by: alexb on 10 June, 2016, 10:25:26 am
Post by: clarion on 10 June, 2016, 03:05:58 pm
I briefly spotted and chatted to Adrian, when he was on his way to watch some cycle racing around Croydon town centre, and I was on my commute home and trying to get to Argos, to pick up a couple of eBay parcels before they closed.Did he have to deliver some bread to Gold Hill on the way?
(http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/stuff/20160607_Adrian.jpg)
Post by: Jurek on 10 June, 2016, 03:15:27 pm
What, and then go back down with his feet off the pedals?I briefly spotted and chatted to Adrian, when he was on his way to watch some cycle racing around Croydon town centre, and I was on my commute home and trying to get to Argos, to pick up a couple of eBay parcels before they closed.Did he have to deliver some bread to Gold Hill on the way?
(http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/stuff/20160607_Adrian.jpg)
Post by: TimO on 10 June, 2016, 11:29:58 pm
Spotted TimO on Clapham Common. I was wearing a Fridays shirt so it would have been rude not to have said hello.
Spotted Alexb shortly after Clapham Common, but don't have a picture to match him, like I did of Adrian, because for some odd reason there's nothing on the camera . . .
Either members of the Fridays are like vampires and don't show up on camera, or something very odd happened with it (... and yes, I'm sure I turned it on !).
Post by: Somnolent on 11 June, 2016, 08:19:48 pm
Today I met Hummers in the morning, and Jonah in the afternoon.
**http://www.aukweb.net/perms/detail/PL01/
Post by: peliroja on 13 June, 2016, 04:42:05 pm
Met up with a couple of holidaymakers at Callanish for a coffeeit was so good to see you! We're just home. Great holiday, just gorgeous. Returned via Harris, Skye, Loch Lomond and Hadrian's Wall. We are planning our return next year!
https://www.instagram.com/p/BGZATi5AkMO/
Post by: Kim on 13 June, 2016, 04:49:33 pm
Post by: Vince on 18 June, 2016, 06:02:08 pm
Post by: Jurek on 22 June, 2016, 12:55:46 pm
Scroll down to the 9th image.
Post by: matthew on 22 June, 2016, 01:40:35 pm
I can't see my brother in law in those photos though I know he is there today and the rest of the family goes down tomorrow. :demon:
Post by: hellymedic on 22 June, 2016, 02:12:14 pm
Does anyone know whether Juliet OTP has gone to Glastonbury (https://www.theguardian.com/music/gallery/2016/jun/22/mud-at-glastonbury-festival-in-pictures) this year?
Scroll down to the 9th image.
Today's Tweet...
https://t.co/T7XZ5AgIaB (https://t.co/T7XZ5AgIaB)
So yes..
With a growing L.
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cli8i9iUoAAWIl-.jpg)
Post by: CrinklyLion on 26 June, 2016, 10:04:15 am
Post by: Torslanda on 01 July, 2016, 08:40:25 pm
Cheers Marcus, hope you made it to Steel City OK.
Post by: Basil on 02 July, 2016, 01:02:50 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Bloke_on_a_bike/Mobile%20Uploads/20160702_124226_resized_zpsnnc1exfn.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/Bloke_on_a_bike/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160702_124226_resized_zpsnnc1exfn.jpg.html)
Post by: Basil on 12 July, 2016, 03:11:51 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Bloke_on_a_bike/Mobile%20Uploads/20160712_140317_resized_zpsxfimf0pm.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/Bloke_on_a_bike/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160712_140317_resized_zpsxfimf0pm.jpg.html)
Post by: Kim on 12 July, 2016, 03:29:22 pm
Post by: fuzzy on 12 July, 2016, 04:44:45 pm
Post by: peliroja on 12 July, 2016, 05:32:42 pm
Post by: cycleman on 13 July, 2016, 06:42:51 am
:)
Post by: Greenbank on 21 July, 2016, 12:31:08 am
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 24 July, 2016, 08:55:49 pm
Post by: JStone on 25 July, 2016, 11:11:45 am
A smiling JStone pedalling up the Gloucester Road this morning. He's just back from riding over the Massif Central in unbroken sunshine and temps in the 30s, jammy git!
;D - & hope your injuries heal quickly
Post by: Greenbank on 25 July, 2016, 06:46:20 pm
Post by: IanDG on 26 July, 2016, 10:52:13 pm
(https://c6.staticflickr.com/9/8789/28481587061_dec7a227a7.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/KoPzxT)IMG_3128 (https://flic.kr/p/KoPzxT) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Post by: Basil on 26 July, 2016, 10:56:54 pm
Post by: Ruthie on 27 July, 2016, 08:00:05 am
And the dogs. :D
Post by: hatler on 30 July, 2016, 05:47:40 pm
Post by: tiermat on 31 July, 2016, 11:16:41 am
Post by: Ruthie on 31 July, 2016, 12:25:49 pm
Thank you for inviting me :thumbsup: and letting me bring mcshroom :D
Post by: tiermat on 31 July, 2016, 01:06:54 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 31 July, 2016, 02:10:05 pm
Wowbagger and Mrs Wowbagger on the Embankment today on the Freecycle. He's hard to miss, even from behind !
And I had my clothes on! :thumbsup:
Post by: clarion on 02 August, 2016, 10:53:35 am
Post by: Auntie Helen on 03 August, 2016, 05:40:23 pm
Post by: Karla on 05 August, 2016, 11:35:23 pm
Post by: Jakob W on 10 August, 2016, 06:44:17 pm
Post by: Jurek on 10 August, 2016, 07:13:25 pm
Ambleside Avenue in Streatham, waiting at the lights this morning: a polka-dot YACF jersey.My money is on TimO.
Although, on second thoughts, that's a bit north for his commute. He would've been heading westish earlier.... maybe.
ETA Ambleside - I'm thinking Amesbury :facepalm: Doh!
Ambleside, my money is back on TimO :)
Post by: TimO on 10 August, 2016, 10:05:26 pm
I've been running a bit later than optimal this week, that junction is definitely on my route, and it's a lucky commute when I don't have to wait at those lights.
Post by: Jurek on 10 August, 2016, 10:11:41 pm
Jurek has it, it was almost certainly me, since I've yet to see another cyclist in a polka dot YACF jersey on my commute!Where's my prize money? :P
I've been running a bit later than optimal this week, that junction is definitely on my route, and it's a lucky commute when I don't have to wait at those lights.
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 10 August, 2016, 10:19:11 pm
Post by: fuzzy on 11 August, 2016, 10:31:57 am
Post by: jsabine on 11 August, 2016, 10:33:25 am
Is this thread the 'Real World TM' equivalent of Pokémon GO?
I didn't realise we were expected to evolve.
Post by: Torslanda on 13 August, 2016, 09:11:20 pm
Post by: SteveC on 14 August, 2016, 08:13:00 am
He was a bit surprised to be greeted by a total stranger, but I thought I'd seen his distinctive features earlier and using his forum name for his wifi was a bit of a give away.
Nice to meet you, if only briefly!
Post by: Wowbagger on 14 August, 2016, 11:51:50 am
I reckon that must be a very geeky first, being recognised by wifi hotspot!
Post by: Torslanda on 14 August, 2016, 01:26:48 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 14 August, 2016, 01:33:53 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 14 August, 2016, 08:06:29 pm
Post by: Canardly on 14 August, 2016, 08:26:51 pm
Post by: Canardly on 14 August, 2016, 08:51:56 pm
That Canardly, by arrangement, at Peterborough Services. Was handing over some noms purchased en France. Hope you enjoy them, Bob.
You are a star. Thanks very much indeed. :thumbsup:
Post by: Torslanda on 15 August, 2016, 12:51:21 pm
That Canardly, by arrangement, at Peterborough Services. Was handing over some noms purchased en France. Hope you enjoy them, Bob.
You are a star. Thanks very much indeed. :thumbsup:
You're most welcome.
Post by: PAC on 18 August, 2016, 05:58:12 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 19 August, 2016, 06:51:28 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 21 August, 2016, 02:24:20 pm
Post by: iddu on 22 August, 2016, 03:41:10 pm
Bikey-Mikey and MattC, separately but in the same place, yesterday. It was only when I saw Matt I realised most of the cyclists coming the other way were on a (proper, organised) audax (obviously some were "just" roadies etc) (but with a stonking tailwind – how is that fair on an audax? outside help, surely?!)
Don't worry, they'd suffered to get there ;D
Post by: darkpoint on 24 August, 2016, 05:10:43 pm
Wearing his very impressive Pairs-Brest-Paris shirt.
Post by: Redlight on 28 August, 2016, 04:05:26 pm
Of this parish?
Post by: Jurek on 01 September, 2016, 08:07:32 pm
We conversed from opposite sides of the street while cyclists and motor vehicles sought to divide us :)
Post by: HK on 05 September, 2016, 01:29:01 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 11 September, 2016, 07:53:32 pm
Several other forumites as well.
Post by: StuAff on 11 September, 2016, 08:35:01 pm
Kim today sitting in my Velomobile somewhere between America and Venlo.Nice to see you (and Jochen & Klaus) too!
Several other forumites as well.
Post by: Jaded on 12 September, 2016, 12:13:10 am
Post by: clarion on 12 September, 2016, 01:29:09 pm
Post by: peliroja on 16 September, 2016, 10:00:24 pm
Post by: perpetual dan on 02 October, 2016, 05:49:57 pm
Post by: Karla on 02 October, 2016, 08:30:30 pm
Post by: toestrap on 03 October, 2016, 08:00:17 am
Unidentified person in red yacf jersey heading towards Brighton from the top of Ditchling Beacon today. Hello!
Was the same chap cycling just north of Partridge Green ~2pm?
Post by: JJ on 10 October, 2016, 12:17:43 pm
Post by: Andrij on 12 October, 2016, 12:25:38 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 12 October, 2016, 12:34:56 pm
Luckily, twiddling a barrel adjuster made the gears index properly and he left. ;)
Post by: Redlight on 12 October, 2016, 12:51:22 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 13 October, 2016, 11:36:37 am
Post by: TimO on 23 October, 2016, 04:31:02 pm
Post by: Mr Larrington on 23 October, 2016, 05:55:09 pm
Post by: rob on 28 October, 2016, 08:28:02 am
Post by: Ruthie on 02 November, 2016, 01:37:31 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 02 November, 2016, 05:20:27 pm
He doesn't visit very often, makes the place look too respectable . . .
Post by: Oscar's dad on 03 November, 2016, 07:23:19 am
That there Oscar's Dad, in the shop, with the classic steel bike.
He doesn't visit very often, makes the place look too respectable . . .
Fook me, folks don't say that very often! :-*
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 06 November, 2016, 08:59:29 pm
Post by: JonB on 07 November, 2016, 09:11:57 am
JonB with grandson (estimated age: 280 words per minute) on the Railway Path.
He was very taken with you, whichever way we went he kept looking back and asking, 'where's he going? 'what's he doing?' 'can we go with him?' Your new bike looked VERY nice, hope the inaugural ride went well :thumbsup:
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 07 November, 2016, 09:40:01 am
Post by: dasmi on 11 November, 2016, 05:45:39 pm
cheers
dave
Post by: Kim on 11 November, 2016, 06:24:44 pm
May not have been a forumite ( hopefully )..........distinctly audax looking bike being pushed along M 25 between A1 and M1 against flow of traffic......bizarre
Usually that sort of thing is perpetrated by navigationally-challenged foreigners.
Post by: dasmi on 11 November, 2016, 09:08:46 pm
May not have been a forumite ( hopefully )..........distinctly audax looking bike being pushed along M 25 between A1 and M1 against flow of traffic......bizarre
Usually that sort of thing is perpetrated by navigationally-challenged foreigners.
looked native to these isles complete with carradice bag on back....
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 13 November, 2016, 11:15:11 am
Post by: Steph on 17 November, 2016, 08:56:59 pm
Post by: Paul on 29 November, 2016, 09:51:01 pm
I'm so excited - this is my first post here!
Tonight I was joined by velocitizen! We spent a very pleasant (ie: we only got beeped once for cycling 2 abreast) couple of miles riding into Long Eaton.
It definitely was the most pleasant part of the ride because about 14 seconds after we parted the skies delivered some very old testament thunder, lightning and rain.
Very nice to have you along on my commute, VC. Hopefully see you soon.
Blimey - when I spotted VC again on Tuesday, I had no idea that it was more than 2 years since the last one!
Nice to see you again, VC.
Well, I don't see him for 2 years, and then suddenly it's every week (VC spotted again yesterday).
And then it's back to once in 4 years (VC passed me - waving cheerily - on my way home tonight), so the average is re-established.
Post by: Steph on 07 December, 2016, 08:36:57 am
Post by: Torslanda on 27 January, 2017, 03:37:23 pm
*Of which, more later.
Post by: Redlight on 07 February, 2017, 10:00:51 pm
Post by: Moultonaught on 09 February, 2017, 11:54:42 am
He was riding* a really lovely 531 FW Evans rescued from a skip - a man after my own heart! ;D
* not around the station obviously...
Post by: Tim Hall on 14 February, 2017, 02:06:55 pm
A pair of Mavic Cruize in my size and nicely discounted. Try them on, natter with the bloke behind the counter about shoe sizing nightmares. He seems quite knowledgeable. Pay for the shoes, he asks my surname (the shop has a customer database thing) and he comments he's got two Tim Halls. We pick one and he says something about having a less common name like his, Paul Smith.
On the way back to the office, cogs whir in my brain. Look up Paul Smith of Corridori Sport on teh intarwebs to find he's moved on. To my LBS in Redhill. That's Paul Smith SRCC from here. Spookier still, a couple of years ago I spoke to him on the phone when Mice took her bike there for tinkering and had trouble explaining what the fault I'd noticed was, so she called me and put him on the line.
TL;DR?
Paul Smith in C and N Cycles (http://www.candncycles.co.uk/) selling me shoes.
Post by: Karla on 24 February, 2017, 11:57:21 am
Post by: Torslanda on 26 February, 2017, 05:03:36 pm
Post by: Si S on 27 February, 2017, 06:46:11 am
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-39091309
Post by: Torslanda on 27 February, 2017, 09:18:51 am
Funny you should say that, I had another one later the same afternoon . . .
Post by: Butterfly on 27 February, 2017, 10:38:13 pm
TL;DR?
Paul Smith in C and N Cycles (http://www.candncycles.co.uk/) selling me shoes.
Cool! We like him :)
Post by: HTFB on 18 March, 2017, 11:23:07 am
Post by: Jurek on 18 March, 2017, 11:54:40 am
Who was it we saw in the orange YACF top at Lee Green just now? (I was in a car with the Beloved Stoker and little Sprocket, so no stopping to chat.)My money is on Redlight.
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 19 March, 2017, 08:34:41 am
Post by: CrinklyLion on 25 March, 2017, 02:33:42 pm
Today (so far) Deano, fboab and ChrisS who have been fed soup and macc+cheese, and who got me to stamp their cards....
Post by: Clare on 25 March, 2017, 03:11:21 pm
Post by: Redlight on 25 March, 2017, 03:55:54 pm
Who was it we saw in the orange YACF top at Lee Green just now? (I was in a car with the Beloved Stoker and little Sprocket, so no stopping to chat.)My money is on Redlight.
Just seen this. Yes, that was me, heading off to my pilates class.
Post by: Jurek on 25 March, 2017, 04:16:42 pm
Heh!Who was it we saw in the orange YACF top at Lee Green just now? (I was in a car with the Beloved Stoker and little Sprocket, so no stopping to chat.)My money is on Redlight.
Just seen this. Yes, that was me, heading off to my pilates class.
Where do I collect my prize? ;)
Post by: CrinklyLion on 25 March, 2017, 04:38:48 pm
Yesterday, as I was pushing my flat-tyred bike back from work, I was spotted by and subsequently spotted alwyn in a going-the-other-way car.
Today (so far) Deano, fboab and ChrisS who have been fed soup and macc+cheese, and who got me to stamp their cards....
And now Ruthie and Mcshroom :)
Post by: Ian H on 25 March, 2017, 04:54:16 pm
Post by: αdαmsκι on 25 March, 2017, 05:02:34 pm
I nearly forgot to mention seeing Flatus last weekend, riding with electronic gears now he's too decrepit to change gear manually.
Before you know it he will be riding an electric assist bike.
Post by: sojournermike on 25 March, 2017, 05:48:32 pm
I nearly forgot to mention seeing Flatus last weekend, riding with electronic gears now he's too decrepit to change gear manually.
Before you know it he will be riding an electric assist bike.
I suspect that he already has a hidden motor in his seat tube;)
Post by: Jurek on 25 March, 2017, 06:31:59 pm
*Snigger*I nearly forgot to mention seeing Flatus last weekend, riding with electronic gears now he's too decrepit to change gear manually.
Before you know it he will be riding an electric assist bike.
Post by: Redlight on 26 March, 2017, 08:00:20 pm
Heh!Who was it we saw in the orange YACF top at Lee Green just now? (I was in a car with the Beloved Stoker and little Sprocket, so no stopping to chat.)My money is on Redlight.
Just seen this. Yes, that was me, heading off to my pilates class.
Where do I collect my prize? ;)
You have to accost me in the street, identify me by name and be carrying a rolled-up copy of The Sun
Post by: rachel t on 26 March, 2017, 08:06:30 pm
Yesterday, as I was pushing my flat-tyred bike back from work, I was spotted by and subsequently spotted alwyn in a going-the-other-way car.
You probably didn't see me in the car aswell, not that you would know me that well by sight.
Sorry we couldn't stop to offer assistance we were on our way to do a site visit to the LEL Pocklington control
Post by: Basil on 02 April, 2017, 02:27:33 pm
There's a cyclist coming up the street
Is he indicating or waving? ???
It's mattc! :D
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4313/36270482976_801013dc2a_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Xg6GWL)20170402_133431 (https://flic.kr/p/Xg6GWL) by Basil W (https://www.flickr.com/photos/153328377@N08/), on Flickr
Post by: Mr Larrington on 09 April, 2017, 04:54:21 pm
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 09 April, 2017, 05:49:57 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 09 April, 2017, 11:34:25 pm
QV owner was quite proud that he had one of 5 in the country. Rest of family predictably unimpressed.
Post by: Auntie Helen on 10 April, 2017, 05:41:32 am
Post by: ElyDave on 10 April, 2017, 06:59:53 am
Post by: Mr Larrington on 10 April, 2017, 09:16:47 am
Maybe I'll visit again the next time you lot are there. The racing looked like a lot of fun!
Not back there until October 22nd; calendar at here: clicky (http://www.bhpc.org.uk/Events/2017.aspx).
Post by: Paul on 23 April, 2017, 05:51:16 pm
Post by: αdαmsκι on 23 April, 2017, 07:43:06 pm
Post by: clarion on 24 April, 2017, 10:39:08 am
:)
Post by: alexb on 10 May, 2017, 09:18:07 am
He never remembers who I am, but Tim, if you did spot the YACF badge on the Carradice saddlebag, now you know!
Post by: Butterfly on 12 May, 2017, 03:28:51 pm
Was sat in front of TimO at the lights in South Ken twice in the past week.
He never remembers who I am, but Tim, if you did spot the YACF badge on the Carradice saddlebag, now you know!
You're the one with a pretty bike and a carradice barley!
Post by: TimO on 13 May, 2017, 08:47:16 am
Was sat in front of TimO at the lights in South Ken twice in the past week.
He never remembers who I am, but Tim, if you did spot the YACF badge on the Carradice saddlebag, now you know!
I never recognise other cyclists, when commuting, I'm too much "in the zone". :D
A YACF jersey directly in front of me, would probably just about cause me to recognise a member of the forum !
Twice in a week, when I was only in for three days, is quite an achievement !
Post by: Joe.B on 13 May, 2017, 09:50:17 am
Post by: CrinklyLion on 13 May, 2017, 01:10:41 pm
Post by: alexb on 15 May, 2017, 12:06:53 pm
Was sat in front of TimO at the lights in South Ken twice in the past week.
He never remembers who I am, but Tim, if you did spot the YACF badge on the Carradice saddlebag, now you know!
You're the one with a pretty bike and a carradice barley!
That's very kind, but usually I'm on an anonymous black Ridgeback mountain bike with a hub gear and a Carradice Nelson.
Post by: Pingu on 15 May, 2017, 10:29:41 pm
I spotted a Pingu-not-in-lycra and a Mrs Pingu, to whom I transported flapjack in person this time.
We had a good night with you & Deano. Good music & beer too :) The cake was nice :P
Bonus pic of forumites presenting hand knitted socks to Chris T-T :)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4174/34502003591_d41b8ff58d_n.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/UyPMCT)
IMG_8508_01 (https://flic.kr/p/UyPMCT) by The Pingus (https://www.flickr.com/photos/the_pingus/), on Flickr
Post by: Butterfly on 15 May, 2017, 11:02:59 pm
If you travel incognito, how is anyone supposed to spot you? ;)Was sat in front of TimO at the lights in South Ken twice in the past week.
He never remembers who I am, but Tim, if you did spot the YACF badge on the Carradice saddlebag, now you know!
You're the one with a pretty bike and a carradice barley!
That's very kind, but usually I'm on an anonymous black Ridgeback mountain bike with a hub gear and a Carradice Nelson.
Post by: Marco Stefano on 22 May, 2017, 07:30:04 pm
Post by: Valiant on 13 June, 2017, 01:00:18 am
Post by: Andrew Br on 14 June, 2017, 03:35:27 pm
Other spotting features: male (I think), short hair, glasses and riding a hybrid with a red pannier.
I was very impressed by how visible the chevron on the back of the jersey was; I saw it from some distance away on what was a bright, sunny morning.
Post by: Basil on 16 June, 2017, 08:15:03 pm
:thumbsup:
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4303/35474438104_747bf43b8a_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/W3KLxb)20170616_154206 (https://flic.kr/p/W3KLxb) by Basil W (https://www.flickr.com/photos/153328377@N08/), on Flickr
Post by: essexian on 22 June, 2017, 08:04:26 pm
The rider appeared to be wearing an orange YACF top. I was the fat bloke on the white Specialized heading downhill ;D
Post by: hellymedic on 24 June, 2017, 09:19:43 am
Post by: TimO on 28 June, 2017, 03:10:48 pm
(http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/cycling/small.php?size=400&file=Commute20170628_Forumite1.jpg) (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/cycling/Commute20170628_Forumite1.jpg) (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/cycling/small.php?size=400&file=Commute20170628_Forumite2.jpg) (http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/cycling/Commute20170628_Forumite2.jpg)
I fairly regularly (ie about four times in eight years) see Adrian on the A23, but I've only seen Rebecca once before, and miles away from that location. I didn't do terribly well spotting her this time, since she spotted me and called out, as I went past her and then just got to the traffic lights as they changed, leaving her somewhere behind me. :-[
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 28 June, 2017, 04:22:38 pm
Post by: TimO on 28 June, 2017, 05:16:48 pm
I wasn't aware either of them were otp (I met the Adrian and I think also the Rebecca on a FNRttC). I see Rebecca's on a Surly. :thumbsup:
Adrian is definitely of this parish (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=19), the 12th oldest extant account, although he hasn't been active for 16 months. I'm not sure what Rebecca's username is anywhere, other than Facebook, where she has a real name. ;D
Post by: Jurek on 28 June, 2017, 05:23:30 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 28 June, 2017, 06:40:38 pm
Post by: Kim on 28 June, 2017, 08:13:41 pm
Post by: hatler on 28 June, 2017, 10:46:29 pm
On Monday I found myself behind one of the thousand cyclists I now see on my daily route except that this one was unmistakably Velovoice, as spotted by TimO just above.
Post by: madcow on 02 July, 2017, 01:32:57 pm
I was going the other way in the car.
Post by: L CC on 03 July, 2017, 02:48:55 pm
We were taking No2Son and his Dykefriend round her longest ever ride.
Mr Smith only dropped her off the tandem once ;)
Post by: hellymedic on 11 July, 2017, 04:06:50 pm
Very pleasant, if short-lived surprise!
They'll be back!
Post by: Torslanda on 24 July, 2017, 11:20:33 pm
Road-runner, this very evening in Sheffield. By arrangement.
What a really nice chap!
Post by: Ham on 25 July, 2017, 06:56:10 am
Post by: Steph on 26 July, 2017, 08:23:45 am
I was amused by the waitress, where MrC ordered some fruity goodness to drink, and I had a Corona, the beer automatically ended up being handed to the bloke while the lay-dee got the fruit.
Post by: hellymedic on 26 July, 2017, 08:23:36 pm
Post by: fd3 on 30 July, 2017, 07:00:59 pm
Post by: Kim on 30 July, 2017, 07:10:14 pm
Blank yacf top, sunglasses, black (daxwes?) w pannier bags heading up linden road towards Cotteridge. About 2pm. Taking #1 child to swim lesson, so prob quite confused by random ped yelling out a "hello".
That'll be me: Black YACF jersey, photochromic glasses, Discovery 501 with butterfly bars, some of those enormous Altura panniers.
Didn't hear a thing.
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 30 July, 2017, 07:42:52 pm
*Lie, as Mr Larrers would say.
**Mr Moor is not of this parish.
Post by: fd3 on 30 July, 2017, 10:56:43 pm
Post by: Mr Larrington on 31 July, 2017, 01:43:55 am
Post by: Si S on 04 August, 2017, 04:28:42 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 05 August, 2017, 02:47:07 pm
Knowing people from the FNRttC can be particularly confusing, not just because of the high overlap with The Other Place (where many forumites have dual nationality, but usernames are more contended so don't always match). It's entirely possible to have long conversations with someone during a night ride, then not recognise them in daylight or at breakfast due to the removal of layers/helmets and the absence of previously distinctive bike lights.
Which I believe happened to us on one, or possibly more, occasions...
Post by: Andrij on 08 August, 2017, 09:25:21 pm
If not, I shouted his name to a complete stranger. :-[
Post by: Zipperhead on 09 August, 2017, 12:06:40 am
I do believe I spotted Zipperhead on the Embankment this evening.
If not, I shouted his name to a complete stranger. :-[
Fear not - you're not ready for the funny farm yet. It was me, your brain was obviously working much quicker than mine.
Post by: Butterfly on 14 August, 2017, 10:03:30 am
Post by: TimO on 15 August, 2017, 09:50:51 pm
Post by: Andrij on 16 August, 2017, 08:12:29 am
One of my colleagues spotted someone in a blue YACF jersey, on the bow roundabout/underpass. Any takers or guesses ?
If Monday afternoon, likely me. Otherwise, perhaps Ham?
Post by: Ian H on 16 August, 2017, 03:27:12 pm
Before that, still in France, Assassin was searching for dolmens, with his daughter.
There may have been others.
Post by: Ham on 16 August, 2017, 05:13:05 pm
One of my colleagues spotted someone in a blue YACF jersey, on the bow roundabout/underpass. Any takers or guesses ?
If Monday afternoon, likely me. Otherwise, perhaps Ham?
If any time between last wednesday and today, 'tweren't me, otherwise wot 'e sed.
Post by: TimO on 16 August, 2017, 11:28:21 pm
If any time between last wednesday and today, 'tweren't me, otherwise wot 'e sed.One of my colleagues spotted someone in a blue YACF jersey, on the bow roundabout/underpass. Any takers or guesses ?If Monday afternoon, likely me. Otherwise, perhaps Ham?
I forgot to interrogate him on any further details about the spotting, and he's now disappeared off for two weeks, so we may never resolve it now !
I'll have to train him to quiz anyone he spots in the future. :D
Post by: Andrij on 17 August, 2017, 06:53:46 am
Post by: TimO on 18 August, 2017, 11:52:38 pm
Or perhaps note the bicycle as well as jersey.
Whilst he cycles, he's very much in the "it had a wheel at each end" category of cyclist. He may be able to remember whether it has straight or drop handlebars, and possibly the colour, but I doubt much else. :D
Post by: Andrij on 19 August, 2017, 08:54:14 am
Post by: Zipperhead on 01 September, 2017, 09:05:35 pm
I do believe I spotted Zipperhead on the Embankment this evening.
If not, I shouted his name to a complete stranger. :-[
And again tonight
Post by: Andrij on 02 September, 2017, 12:39:15 pm
I do believe I spotted Zipperhead on the Embankment this evening.
If not, I shouted his name to a complete stranger. :-[
And again tonight
And earlier, I was spotted by zigzag (not sure if pre- or post- his tumble). I think that's the first double I've been involved in.
Post by: Jurek on 02 September, 2017, 02:37:26 pm
I do believe I spotted Zipperhead on the Embankment this evening.
If not, I shouted his name to a complete stranger. :-[
And again tonight
And earlier, I was spotted by zigzag (not sure if pre- or post- his tumble). I think that's the first double I've been involved in.
That last sentence is just gagging (no pun intended) for inappropriate innuendo.....
Post by: Butterfly on 04 September, 2017, 02:13:40 pm
Post by: thing1 on 18 September, 2017, 04:21:16 am
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(more photos) (https://photos.app.goo.gl/5jyaTrBGZuNCZN5T2)
Post by: Andrij on 24 September, 2017, 06:16:11 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 24 September, 2017, 08:51:32 pm
Post by: jiberjaber on 25 September, 2017, 09:23:19 am
Early this afternoon I (figuratively) ran in to jiberjaber near Wickham Bishops. Those ACME jerseys really do catch the eye.
:thumbsup: Was nice chatting, hope the return journey was less dual carriageways :)
Post by: Andrij on 25 September, 2017, 09:32:55 am
Early this afternoon I (figuratively) ran in to jiberjaber near Wickham Bishops. Those ACME jerseys really do catch the eye.
:thumbsup: Was nice chatting, hope the return journey was less dual carriageways :)
Yep, much quieter ride back. The highlight was stopping on a narrow lane near Woodham Walter to watch three aeroplanes doing an acrobatic display over the Warren Classic Car Show. :thumbsup:
Post by: Paul on 08 October, 2017, 04:28:15 pm
Brilliant event.
Post by: Jakob W on 08 October, 2017, 08:00:40 pm
Post by: Kim on 08 October, 2017, 08:02:48 pm
How was it? I'd planned to come, but unfortunately life intervened.
This, with mud.
Post by: Wobbly John on 08 October, 2017, 09:09:42 pm
thought I spied a lemon yellow YACF jersey going the other way to me through Littleport this afternoon. If so I'm guessing it may have been Wobbly John OTP
Cream rather than lemon, but probably me on the way back from the Wing Camping weekend/Appolo's bike handover. :thumbsup:
Post by: Paul on 08 October, 2017, 11:57:05 pm
How was it? I'd planned to come, but unfortunately life intervened.
This, with mud.
It was very, very good. I'll go into more detail if needed, but in brief - despite the presence of a great Olympian, mtb champ and other greatandgood - the stars were two women who conduct slow rides around Edgbaston reservoir.
Add good food, free bidons and mugs and several great interviews, and you have a lovely, reaffirming, cycle-centered event.
Post by: Jakob W on 09 October, 2017, 11:52:52 am
Post by: clarion on 09 October, 2017, 03:27:56 pm
Post by: Arellcat on 09 October, 2017, 10:38:34 pm
Post by: Mr Larrington on 22 October, 2017, 06:02:27 pm
- decent coffee, and
- warmth
Post by: mattc on 22 October, 2017, 06:34:49 pm
thought I spied a lemon yellow YACF jersey going the other way to me through Littleport this afternoon. If so I'm guessing it may have been Wobbly John OTP
Cream rather than lemon,
LS or short?
Post by: Butterfly on 29 October, 2017, 09:07:36 pm
Post by: Auntie Helen on 29 October, 2017, 09:45:00 pm
Post by: clarion on 30 October, 2017, 10:45:01 am
This weekend I saw Rich Forrest in a field, which is not unusual, but also the rarer spot of Jen M, which was a nice surprise. :)Did you manage to fit in any lepidoptery?
Post by: Basil on 03 November, 2017, 02:29:21 pm
Nice guy. He looks exactly as you think he does.
Hope the planned ride you are leading goes well on Sunday. :thumbsup:
Unfortunately, we're entertaining and will be out, so I won't be able to hurl abuse at you all as you pass the house.
Post by: Deano on 12 November, 2017, 10:02:20 pm
Post by: mattc on 12 November, 2017, 10:52:32 pm
He spotted me first, possibly due to my new and unusually yellow winter jacket.
Post by: L CC on 13 November, 2017, 12:04:17 pm
MSeries, in Cowpen Bewley:thumbsup:landfillWoodland Park :thumbsup:
How the hell is he? And what's he doing over this way??
Post by: Deano on 14 November, 2017, 09:55:25 pm
I saw him coming, and I thought "that's weird, he's dressed just like MSeries used to dress". And so it was - he's not retro, he's original.
Post by: PAC on 18 November, 2017, 08:57:37 pm
Bianchi Boy: crossing Culham Bridge this morning in a pack of clubmates, whilst I skulked along the pavement contra-flowwise, nursing a squealing BB home.I was at the front and spotted you first....I said to BB that we should've invited you to join us an an honoury guest. We battled the headwinds to Millets Farm and had a very fast ride back with a string tailwind :thumbsup:
He spotted me first, possibly due to my new and unusually yellow winter jacket.
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 21 November, 2017, 04:40:40 pm
Post by: Steph on 28 November, 2017, 07:33:53 am
Company as delightful as ever, but I had been awake for nearly thirty hours...
Post by: Kim on 03 December, 2017, 04:20:30 pm
Post by: runsoncake on 03 December, 2017, 04:59:17 pm
Post by: Karla on 27 December, 2017, 11:42:23 pm
In the pub this evening for the cycling club's monthly social, "Yeah, so when I started working in Leeds - there's this long haired guy who I used to see commuting along the A64 on a bike!"
Post by: Torslanda on 07 January, 2018, 04:56:08 pm
Post by: Deano on 10 January, 2018, 08:57:43 pm
Post by: Basil on 10 January, 2018, 09:04:02 pm
citoyen's on the radio!
More clues please.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 11 January, 2018, 09:21:54 am
Well, technically he spotted me. As he scalped me #onthecommutetoday :D
Post by: Graeme on 14 January, 2018, 07:14:31 am
Turned up to a shop ride round the corner from where I live... Crossing the Humber to do so.
Post by: citoyen on 14 January, 2018, 12:47:54 pm
citoyen's on the radio!
More clues please.
I only needed three clues. ;)
(Actually, I guessed the answer after two clues but the third confirmed it. The fourth removed any lingering doubts.)
Post by: Andrew Br on 15 January, 2018, 03:56:19 pm
If so, I heard it and wondered if it was you.
Post by: BrianI on 18 February, 2018, 11:01:19 pm
Post by: Pingu on 18 February, 2018, 11:26:32 pm
Post by: Kim on 18 February, 2018, 11:30:00 pm
Could've been Feanor?
Yeah, were his gears suspiciously clean and misbehaving? :)
Post by: BrianI on 19 February, 2018, 03:06:16 pm
Could've been Feanor?
Yeah, were his gears suspiciously clean and misbehaving? :)
He was certainly disappearing into the distance ahead of me rather rapidly!
Post by: Feanor on 19 February, 2018, 03:49:01 pm
That was the gillet I got from Charlotte OTP earlier in the week.
It's inaugural outing.
Because I'd messed up the cassette, I lost the middle gears which forced me into either too low or too high a gear most of the day!
I was also cheating a wee bit as I was the only person with aerobars that I noticed.
I find that being on the areo extensions suits pushing a slightly higher gear anyway.
Glad you enjoyed your day out.
Post by: Basil on 20 February, 2018, 10:54:23 am
?
Post by: CrinklyLion on 20 February, 2018, 07:07:18 pm
Post by: SteveC on 24 February, 2018, 03:38:57 pm
(Saw a 'serious' cyclist leaving somewhere very close to their house at lunchtime today.)
Post by: Graeme on 25 February, 2018, 09:24:36 pm
Post by: Graeme on 25 February, 2018, 09:27:46 pm
Post by: Greenbank on 28 February, 2018, 08:12:23 am
Greenbank, are you visiting your parents?
(Saw a 'serious' cyclist leaving somewhere very close to their house at lunchtime today.)
Not me. I've only taken my bike down there once as I stopped there on the way to Cornwall. Too hilly for a fat ex-flatlander like me.
Post by: Si S on 09 March, 2018, 08:11:53 pm
Post by: Polar Bear on 10 March, 2018, 07:00:30 pm
Had coffee and a natter with Pickled Onion. Really nice to put a face to a name.
Tomorrow I should see Torslanda and Cycleman. Hey, you take the rough with the smooth! :demon: :D
Post by: Peter on 10 March, 2018, 07:02:39 pm
Post by: Si S on 10 March, 2018, 07:13:52 pm
I took Marj out for lunch, which really should have been tomorrow but it's raining today and tomorrow I should be able to ride without winter gear.
Post by: Torslanda on 10 March, 2018, 08:41:55 pm
Torslanda in his shop, it must have been a long week, he mistook me for Peter :-\
To explain. Peter is a regular visitor and generally wears a red Night Vision or similar and a roadie cap. As he has been allowed out on the bike again he had said earlier in the week that he may call in towards weekend.
Si arrived yesterday dressed in red jacket and roadie cap, I put 2 & 2 together and got it completely wrong!
Post by: Peter on 11 March, 2018, 11:08:46 am
Post by: cycleman on 11 March, 2018, 07:24:01 pm
Post by: Deano on 16 March, 2018, 10:13:36 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 25 March, 2018, 06:55:06 pm
Cycleman, at his house, with the electric Trice.
Fuzzy, at work. He was rushed off his feet but made me a brew anyway.
Polar Bear & Mlle PB, with tea & biscuits, at the Bearodrome.
Might say it's been a long day...
Post by: fuzzy on 25 March, 2018, 11:27:05 pm
Sorry I didn't get more time to spend with you. Next time :thumbsup:
Post by: Mr Larrington on 28 March, 2018, 06:55:26 pm
Post by: Jurek on 28 March, 2018, 07:01:51 pm
Just spotted geraldc on the anbaric distascope - BBC Londonton news were doing a piece on the Fourth Plinth.I love the fact that TfL were deployed to deliver Godzilla there.
And Godzilla + Swingball - Of course. What could be more natural?
Post by: essexian on 01 April, 2018, 05:01:32 pm
If so, I hope you had a nice ride. I was out in the car looking at the route I am planning to do tomorrow.... and now planning another way to Heath Hayes having seen the state the roads are in Cannock currently!
Post by: Polar Bear on 10 April, 2018, 03:29:19 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 10 April, 2018, 03:30:38 pm
Post by: Polar Bear on 10 April, 2018, 03:33:40 pm
Post by: Graeme on 10 April, 2018, 04:39:03 pm
There is a theme developing ...
Hahaha. Spotted: Torslanda in the OK Diner on the A1 northbound.
Post by: Torslanda on 10 April, 2018, 04:48:27 pm
Post by: Wobbly John on 10 April, 2018, 06:47:53 pm
Post by: Graeme on 10 April, 2018, 07:04:17 pm
You lot were in Ely, and didn't let me know? >:(
You're in Ely!?! Would have been great to see you. Tors and I were saying how much we enjoy your "Tales from the Wobbly Workshop".
:(
Post by: ElyDave on 10 April, 2018, 07:15:15 pm
Post by: Wobbly John on 10 April, 2018, 08:48:18 pm
Post by: Graeme on 10 April, 2018, 08:56:06 pm
Yebbut, I work in Ely, and could have escaped easily :(
And meeting up with you would have been wonderful. Sorry John.
Post by: Butterfly on 11 April, 2018, 03:44:44 pm
Post by: Jakob W on 18 April, 2018, 11:25:40 pm
Post by: nikki on 19 April, 2018, 01:32:28 am
@Everyone else: YACF gets a thank you in the acknowledgements, so, er, go buy the book! https://www.gold.ac.uk/goldsmiths-press/publications/bikes-and-bloomers/
Post by: Torslanda on 26 April, 2018, 01:18:14 pm
A few tweaks and it was good to go. Bon chance, m'dear...
Post by: ElyDave on 07 May, 2018, 01:45:43 pm
Post by: tiermat on 07 May, 2018, 08:45:45 pm
Admittedly it was all due to them being at ours to watch a group of people being paid to ride bikes, very fast, through our town.
Post by: Wobbly John on 07 May, 2018, 10:12:13 pm
Someone, perhaps a Wobbly John on a recumbent trike on the way into Little Downham about 12:30-ish. Didn't get a close enough look to see if it was a restored windcheetah or not.
:thumbsup:
I was visiting daughter & grandsons who live in Lawns Crescent.
Yesterday, I met Slowfen OTP, in Ely as I spotted a fellow trike recumbenteer.
Post by: Butterfly on 11 May, 2018, 02:44:04 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 11 May, 2018, 02:45:30 pm
Post by: Steph on 12 May, 2018, 04:52:37 am
Steph on a TV programme from several years ago on TV this morning (and a couple of times recently). I never had access to a TV when they were originally broadcast so it's quite strange to see them now! :)
Oh gods I know which ones you mean. I saw one the other day and didn't recognise myself. All that HAIR on my arms!
Oh. And the beard...
Post by: Ham on 12 May, 2018, 05:54:04 pm
Spotted: Mlle PB, Vince, Apollo & Nick NOTP
Not Spotted: Cycleman, Polar Bear, Torslander
And thereby hangs a story
Post by: Graeme on 15 May, 2018, 12:53:45 pm
Post by: IanDG on 22 May, 2018, 11:08:42 pm
Post by: Jaded on 22 May, 2018, 11:37:15 pm
Fantastic! Thank you.
Post by: Butterfly on 25 May, 2018, 08:57:44 am
Post by: cycleman on 25 May, 2018, 06:40:39 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 26 May, 2018, 07:58:30 pm
Did he make you pay for the tea ? ;DQuite the opposite, in fact ;D
Post by: nobby on 27 May, 2018, 10:41:01 am
Did he make you pay for the tea ? ;D
This abuse from a bloke whose disability prevents him bending and so he has his pockets sewn to the turn ups of his trousers!
:P ;D
Shouldn't he be renamed Tractorman? ;D
Post by: nobby on 27 May, 2018, 10:45:05 am
Good to see them and, for me, a thoroughly enjoyable ride and lunch.
:)
Post by: cycleman on 27 May, 2018, 06:09:45 pm
Post by: gonzo on 05 June, 2018, 06:31:13 pm
Post by: Feanor on 06 June, 2018, 10:55:33 pm
I was wearing an Audax Ecosse top all the way round ( indeed, the *only* AE top I saw, which surprised me a wee bit ).
But in the cooler watches of the night I deployed my Spare Jersey and gillet, which were red YACF ones on account of them being big enough to wear over a normal jersey.
Post by: Jakob W on 10 June, 2018, 09:12:12 pm
Post by: Phil W on 10 June, 2018, 09:18:53 pm
Well, I spotted CET and Phil W on the Scottish Ride last weekend, both of whom I'd never met before.
I was wearing an Audax Ecosse top all the way round ( indeed, the *only* AE top I saw, which surprised me a wee bit ).
But in the cooler watches of the night I deployed my Spare Jersey and gillet, which were red YACF ones on account of them being big enough to wear over a normal jersey.
Indeed saw a few forum faces for first time last weekend. Mostly I see the Essex crew of this parish. Busy building up my warranty replacement frame into bike this week. Next audax next weekend, so build has a focused deadline.
Post by: Redlight on 10 June, 2018, 09:29:32 pm
There was also someone in a yellow YACF jersey but I didn't get the chance to find out who ::-)
Post by: Kim on 10 June, 2018, 09:33:34 pm
There was also someone in a yellow YACF jersey but I didn't get the chance to find out who ::-)
I'm guessing gerwinium.
Post by: citoyen on 11 June, 2018, 10:14:21 am
Well, I spotted CET and Phil W on the Scottish Ride last weekend, both of whom I'd never met before.
I was wearing an Audax Ecosse top all the way round ( indeed, the *only* AE top I saw, which surprised me a wee bit ).
But in the cooler watches of the night I deployed my Spare Jersey and gillet, which were red YACF ones on account of them being big enough to wear over a normal jersey.
I didn't notice any AE or yacf jerseys on the ride, so I guess that means our paths didn't cross.
I saw a chap in a Basingstoke jersey at the finish, who I later realised must have been CET - if I'd realised sooner, I would have said hello.
Also spotted Phil W at the start but didn't get the chance to say hello.
At least a few of the people whose company I enjoyed along the way must be yacfers but I didn't make the connection.
Post by: graculus on 26 June, 2018, 04:47:18 pm
Post by: essexian on 01 July, 2018, 08:23:26 am
I was the fat bloke behind you wearing the London Cycling Campaign top.
Post by: Mr Larrington on 15 July, 2018, 08:35:23 pm
Post by: Pingu on 15 July, 2018, 10:18:52 pm
Post by: Basil on 15 July, 2018, 10:21:19 pm
Post by: jsabine on 16 July, 2018, 01:18:44 am
Met that Graeme in the flesh. Err, rather too much flesh actually :o
Doesn't he dedicate that flesh unto the lord? Or was it his dedication that was a problem?
Post by: Kim on 16 July, 2018, 02:00:44 am
At the HPV World's at Betteshanger: Kim (not difficult as she was camped dead opposite me) and Tim Hall (and The Boy) who rocked up to watch this afternoon's race and were immediately co-opted as marshals! Thanks, chaps.
Confirmed, Mr Larrington's actually real, and not just one of the little people who lives in my computer, as I was beginning to suspect.
The Boy is also real, and much taller than you might think.
Post by: Torslanda on 16 July, 2018, 06:47:40 pm
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The Boy is also real, and much taller than you might think.
They do that. Ridiculously thin, too. Oh and ever so quick on a roadbike...
Post by: Paul on 16 July, 2018, 07:13:13 pm
Post by: Feanor on 23 July, 2018, 05:24:47 pm
I introduced myself as much as you can whist riding a TT !
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 26 July, 2018, 08:40:31 am
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Post by: Graeme on 28 July, 2018, 12:19:04 pm
Met that Ruthie, Marcus, "fboab+folks" and other FNRttC riders, also "Chris (man with a van) S": all looking remarkable dry and sprightly at the 'spoons in Hull.
Post by: Chris S on 28 July, 2018, 07:22:54 pm
Post by: Graeme on 28 July, 2018, 10:03:36 pm
I always look remarkable O:-)
Did I type remarkable, I clearly meant gorgeous!
Post by: Torslanda on 30 July, 2018, 03:47:56 pm
In the shop this aft. I haz a happy...
Post by: Basil on 02 August, 2018, 01:02:47 pm
Post by: Wobbly John on 04 August, 2018, 08:09:36 pm
Post by: Deano on 04 August, 2018, 08:10:15 pm
Post by: TimO on 17 August, 2018, 10:59:11 pm
Adrian, on his way out of Croydon, presumably into central That London for the FNRttC. I was just short of arriving home, about to start my weekend recovery, from this week !
We exchanged somewhat late yells of recognition, but I wanted to get home, and I'm sure he equally needed to get into the centre, so he could leave it. :D
Post by: Pedaldog. on 17 August, 2018, 11:38:24 pm
'Honorary forumite' spotted - On the way back from a holiday on the Norfolk coast, Mike Burrows riding a Ratcatcher recumbent bike, near Rollesby ( a few miles North of Gt Yarmouth). :thumbsup:
In my Yoof, back in '78, I used to go out with a Girl whose parents ran the "Eels Foot Inn" on Rollesby broad.
Post by: Pedal Castro on 02 September, 2018, 08:46:40 am
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 02 September, 2018, 07:48:23 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 02 September, 2018, 08:08:52 pm
velosam near Hyde Park Corner. He was on a Cycle Chat forum ride while HK and I were on the London Sightseer.That means I saw you too. I was heavily disguised in a black YACF top and ACF cap. (Other clothes were also worn)
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 02 September, 2018, 08:33:33 pm
Post by: PaulR on 05 September, 2018, 08:03:21 pm
Post by: Jurek on 05 September, 2018, 08:06:05 pm
Over the last two years, in the course of commuting in my milk float in to Uxbridge, I have on many occasions seen a cyclist whom I have identified as an audaxer and a potential yacf type, usually riding along the Oxford Road. Today this cyclist was wearing a pink YACF jersey, confirming my suspicions. Greetings to you! I miss my cycle commute.Can't believe that two years have passed since you left FH!
Post by: PaulR on 05 September, 2018, 08:13:35 pm
Post by: Jurek on 05 September, 2018, 08:25:34 pm
Now you mention it, I realise it is 2 years since I started working in Uxbridge but actually rather less than that since I moved away, as I spent several months doing the miserable cross-town commute by train/tube.Ah!
That gives it a little more perspective.....
Post by: Mr Larrington on 06 September, 2018, 05:39:02 am
Bah!
Post by: CrinklyLion on 07 September, 2018, 08:36:25 am
Post by: Redlight on 08 September, 2018, 12:27:15 pm
Post by: mcshroom on 09 September, 2018, 12:58:25 pm
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1851/42760343340_3efd02f516_z.jpg)
Post by: Butterfly on 24 September, 2018, 10:43:55 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 03 October, 2018, 08:16:18 am
Post by: Torslanda on 07 October, 2018, 10:10:49 pm
Post by: Kim on 07 October, 2018, 10:23:58 pm
Not a forumite specifically but a recumbent rider turning off the A57 Snake onto a side road at Moscar this evening. Street Machine style SWB in grey, high(ish) bars, disc brakes. I was going the other way at 50mph so that's all you're getting. Anyone here...?
Jochen F of the BHPC rides a Speedmachine in that part of the world (not sure what colour). Don't think he's on YACF.
Post by: Feanor on 08 October, 2018, 05:22:53 pm
Post by: JohnL on 08 October, 2018, 07:45:34 pm
I was spotted by a group of 3 long distance types on the summit of the Col de sa Batalla in Majorca a few hours ago. One of them did spot my yacf top and asked who I was, he said he was a lurker but I didnt get his name.
That was me! *waves*
Hope you found your wife! We got a bit soggy later on, I was regretting not putting the mudguards on, but it was a fun day.
Post by: Auntie Helen on 08 October, 2018, 07:45:47 pm
Post by: JohnL on 08 October, 2018, 07:52:18 pm
I think Redfalo is there at the moment with a couple of chums
He is... he had a quieter day today though.
Post by: Feanor on 10 October, 2018, 04:11:22 pm
I was spotted by a group of 3 long distance types on the summit of the Col de sa Batalla in Majorca a few hours ago. One of them did spot my yacf top and asked who I was, he said he was a lurker but I didnt get his name.
That was me! *waves*
Hope you found your wife! We got a bit soggy later on, I was regretting not putting the mudguards on, but it was a fun day.
*Waves*. Yes I did eventually find her after a 20k retrace!
I think *everyone* has had a bit of a soaking this week!
Post by: Butterfly on 17 October, 2018, 09:20:17 pm
"ANDRIJ" I shouted!
That was a nice surprise :D
Post by: Andrij on 17 October, 2018, 09:41:55 pm
Post by: Mr Larrington on 21 October, 2018, 06:25:50 pm
Post by: Von Broad on 21 October, 2018, 07:06:04 pm
Bumper crop at Hillingdon today - HK, LWaB, Von Broad and Kim :thumbsup:
Well, considering I've not been drinking for two months, that's disappointing to miss all that, [apart from your good self of course who is always easy to spot]. Although I must admit to being on a bit of a tunneled-vision "where's Geoff Bird and Mike Burrows, I have some questions about building my carbon recumbent" mission today].
Thinking about it, after leaving the circuit, '...hang on, was that ? in that yacf shirt'?
Then driving home through Hayes, "there's a trike, blimey, is that ? on that trike?"
And apart some seeing somebody with a large brain, I wouldn't have known who Kim is I'm afraid.
So here's a belated, 'hello'!
Lovely day to be riding at Hillingdon. Lovely day to be just walking around up there too.
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 21 October, 2018, 07:09:54 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 21 October, 2018, 09:16:47 pm
Bumper crop at Hillingdon today - HK, LWaB, Von Broad and Kim :thumbsup:We were talking at Leigh Delamere tea stop yesterday and we concluded that Kim's (formerly Charlotte's, formerly iddu's) Red Baron is the only bent in the UK NOT to have been owned by Mr L at some point ;D
Post by: Kim on 21 October, 2018, 10:42:26 pm
And apart some seeing somebody with a large brain, I wouldn't have known who Kim is I'm afraid.
Similarly, I didn't spot anyone doing any heroic mid-race welding, so I wouldn't have recognised you either. :)
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Lovely day to be riding at Hillingdon. Lovely day to be just walking around up there too.
It really was. Particularly striking after the drive down being cold and foggy (to the point where the anbaric motor car was being unexpectedly vole-hungry) for the duration, before opening up to warm sunshine as I crested the Didcot-spotting hill where the M40 crosses the Chilterns.
Post by: Mr Larrington on 22 October, 2018, 10:52:31 am
Kim is too modest to mention wandering off afterwards with an armful of trophies too :thumbsup:
Post by: Kim on 22 October, 2018, 11:19:23 am
Kim is too modest to mention wandering off afterwards with an armful of trophies too :thumbsup:
My prize for repeatedly-turning-up-while-female is to repair the Ladies' trophies in time for next year's AGM. Rae (who also did some top quality turning-up, albeit usually on a slower, funny looking bike with the pedals in the middle) got to look after the more structurally sound Best Newcomer one.
(It's the third place in Street that I'm really pleased with.)
Post by: Steph on 25 October, 2018, 07:01:35 am
Lots of laughter. Lots of simple friendship and affection. The way an evening should be.
Post by: Frank9755 on 25 October, 2018, 09:17:06 am
Heard not spotted, but wasn't that our very own frank9755 on Her Majesty's Talking Wireless, Home Service branch, this very morning?
That's right - hope I didn't say anything silly!
It was actually quite fun, but I almost couldn't do it as we were flying off on holiday later in the morning. They got in touch the previous day and asked if I'd like to go on (to the Today Programme to talk about Royal Mail in the business slot at 6:15am). They sent a car at about 4:30am and I went in, met the presenter, chatted a bit. Then it was time to go into the studio. I sat opposite Nick Robinson, who looked grumpy and ignored me, then I did my bit, which took a 3-4 minutes - then car off to the airport to meet the family. An interesting experience!
Post by: Kim on 27 October, 2018, 09:18:12 pm
[1] Not that one.
Post by: Torslanda on 03 November, 2018, 11:14:57 am
Minor downside was the A63 closure and a lack of local knowledge meant a diversion of 45 minutes via Beverley to get to South Ferry and the M62. Getting home at 2AM made getting up this morning challenging. Do it again in a heartbeat thobut...
Post by: Graeme on 03 November, 2018, 01:20:10 pm
Peter (difficult not to as he was in the car) Graeme and Ian in the pubbe in Welton. Fab evening and great company.
Minor downside was the A63 closure and a lack of local knowledge meant a diversion of 45 minutes via Beverley to get to South Ferry and the M62. Getting home at 2AM made getting up this morning challenging. Do it again in a heartbeat thobut...
It was great to see you. That A63 closure was a downer - I should have realised you'd be stuck and given you some help. :(
Post by: Torslanda on 03 November, 2018, 01:32:31 pm
Also, I forgot to mention Ian and his partner in the pubbe. Sorry I can't remember his forum name...
Post by: Jaded on 08 November, 2018, 09:56:22 pm
Post by: cycleman on 09 November, 2018, 07:15:50 am
Post by: Butterfly on 09 November, 2018, 12:37:10 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 11 November, 2018, 01:14:36 pm
Saw that PB myself as well, nice chap when you finally meet him
Post by: Kim on 17 November, 2018, 05:29:26 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 17 November, 2018, 09:39:10 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 17 November, 2018, 10:05:40 pm
Post by: Hot Flatus on 18 November, 2018, 06:31:47 pm
Caught the last 2 minutes of hedge-laying piece, wondered if he would gethere and lo...
Post by: Exit Stage Left on 18 November, 2018, 06:47:42 pm
I think I just saw ESL on Countryfile.
Caught the last 2 minutes of hedge-laying piece, wondered if he would gethere and lo...
I was indeed on there, applauding Tina Bath's win in the 'Countryfile Challenge'. My partner Heather won the ladies' prize in the competition proper, and the Cheshire class. I was 2nd in the Yorkshire.
Countryfile were very touchy about embargoing any video of their piece. I had to erase some footage I took. So I hadn't put up my video of the prize presentation. Dame Judy Dench made a surprise appearance there, celebrities are surprisingly keen on hedgelaying.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UE9ozBkCqvE
The Countryfile piece came together quite well. It's always interesting to see how these thing are filmed. They weren't there on the day of the competition, and the final shot was one of the first filmed. I think they conveyed the subject well, given the amount of scripting. It's easy to get the wrong end of the stick.
Post by: parkysouthlondon on 18 November, 2018, 07:28:58 pm
Congratulation to both of you on your participation and results.
Heather - Cheshire open
Damon - Yorkshire open
https://www.hedgelaying.org.uk/pg/nationals/2018.aspx
Post by: Deano on 23 November, 2018, 05:57:53 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 08 December, 2018, 05:03:23 pm
Post by: mr ben on 10 December, 2018, 06:46:00 pm
Post by: iddu on 10 December, 2018, 10:40:17 pm
Post by: Joe.B on 18 December, 2018, 07:59:52 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 19 December, 2018, 06:37:01 am
It was a low racer style with a 700 rear and smaller front wheel. Going too quickly to see much else.
Post by: andyoxon on 22 December, 2018, 02:06:26 pm
Post by: Deano on 13 January, 2019, 08:36:42 pm
Post by: Steph on 23 January, 2019, 10:36:40 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 02 February, 2019, 09:03:03 pm
ETA: And Pippsy.
Post by: Butterfly on 03 February, 2019, 08:27:09 pm
Turista, about to go on stage at The 100 Club. Terry and Gerry innit..
ETA: And Pippsy.
Cool! We like him :D
Post by: ElyDave on 03 February, 2019, 11:16:47 pm
"yes, it'll be my seventh, how about you?"
"oh, no, I've not done it, voluntered at the last LEL"
"There's still time"
I liked his optimism, but 7 x PBP :o
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 03 February, 2019, 11:20:59 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 03 February, 2019, 11:41:12 pm
Post by: Pedaldog. on 20 February, 2019, 09:43:52 pm
Post by: Torslanda on 20 February, 2019, 09:53:38 pm
Post by: Andrew Br on 22 February, 2019, 05:01:37 pm
Post by: Jaded on 22 February, 2019, 10:40:03 pm
Fantastic, and thanks to a great forumite and friend :thumbsup:
Post by: Si S on 23 February, 2019, 08:25:03 am
Si-Co (I think) riding past Stretford Mall at around 16.00.
Yep, twas I, didn't spot you, sorry, too busy trying to stay alive.
Post by: IanDG on 23 February, 2019, 09:02:05 am
That windy, it it’s own habitat.
Fantastic, and thanks to a great forumite and friend :thumbsup:
The first (and probably the last) forumite to visit me on the island :thumbsup:
Post by: Andrew Br on 23 February, 2019, 12:20:23 pm
Yep, twas I, didn't spot you, sorry, too busy trying to stay alive.
Sorry Simon, I got your yACF name wrong. I've corrected it in the original.
I turned into the Mall car park just after you rode past it.
Post by: Phil W on 23 February, 2019, 06:01:50 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 24 February, 2019, 12:28:10 pm
Post by: Paul on 24 February, 2019, 12:32:11 pm
:thumbsup:
Lovely to see you.
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 24 February, 2019, 09:39:56 pm
Post by: Phil W on 24 February, 2019, 09:47:29 pm
Iddu, I think, on an elliptigo coming through Brampton heading towards Huntington. I was heading the other way in the car.
Idai
Post by: Deano on 24 February, 2019, 09:48:52 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 24 February, 2019, 10:11:48 pm
Iddu, I think, on an elliptigo coming through Brampton heading towards Huntington. I was heading the other way in the car.
Idai
Thanks, error on my part.
Post by: rogerzilla on 24 February, 2019, 10:16:43 pm
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7856/47149556142_bbb04f0d20_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2eQrNnL)LWaB (https://flic.kr/p/2eQrNnL) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr
(Pic not actually by me...the photographer was relying on the autofocus, which struggles with a moving cyclist at 10 feet)
I didn't rely on the autofocus. This is Sam on one of the Dolan hire bikes.
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7921/47149556312_9a6c7a4326_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2eQrNqG)sam1 (https://flic.kr/p/2eQrNqG) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr
Post by: Jurek on 06 March, 2019, 08:04:40 am
A face, I think familiar, at 00:39 and 00:53
Post by: hellymedic on 06 March, 2019, 04:25:45 pm
QED!
Post by: Jurek on 06 March, 2019, 08:07:37 pm
Deus = godThat strikes me as well cryptic.
QED!
Possibly.
ETA - Tennis?
Post by: ElyDave on 06 March, 2019, 08:51:12 pm
Post by: Jurek on 06 March, 2019, 09:00:53 pm
Quod Erat Demonstrandum - which was to be demonstratedYou classics guys - you crease me up :)
Post by: Socks on 06 March, 2019, 09:14:14 pm
I thought I saw Socks on his MTB coming down the south side of Brussie Hill between Bolam and Killerby. Looked like him behind the big shades 8), but he didn't turn when I called his name, so probably not.
Couldn't be me, I have several bikes, none of which are mountain bikes. Maybe a case for another bike....
Post by: Phil W on 06 March, 2019, 09:20:04 pm
Quod Erat Demonstrandum - which was to be demonstratedYou classics guys - you crease me up :)
Not even that, my O level and A level maths teacher used to use that phrase at the end of worked answers. I used to then end my maths homework answers with QED.
Post by: ElyDave on 07 March, 2019, 06:35:39 am
Engineering
Do you not remember the TV programme?
Post by: Jurek on 07 March, 2019, 07:30:40 am
Classics, noYeah. I remember the (excellent) telly prog - although confess to not knowing what QED meant.
Engineering
Do you not remember the TV programme?
What I'm more unsure of is Helly's reference to 'Deus=God' ???
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 07 March, 2019, 08:42:21 am
I guess she's posted it in the wrong thread, as it is completely devoid of context here – as far as I can see. As to which thread it was meant to be in, we'll have to await Helly herself.Classics, noYeah. I remember the (excellent) telly prog - although confess to not knowing what QED meant.
Engineering
Do you not remember the TV programme?
What I'm more unsure of is Helly's reference to 'Deus=God' ???
Post by: Paul on 07 March, 2019, 02:02:42 pm
Deus = god
QED!
Reminds me of:
"I refuse to prove that I exist," says God, "for proof denies faith, and without faith I am nothing."
"But," say Man, "the Babel fish is a dead giveaway, isn't it? It could not have evolved by chance. It proves you exist, and so therefore, by your own arguments, you don't. QED."
"Oh dear," says God, "I hadn't thought of that" and promply vanishes in a puff of logic."
Douglas Adams
Post by: Tim Hall on 07 March, 2019, 02:23:14 pm
Classics, noYeah. I remember the (excellent) telly prog - although confess to not knowing what QED meant.
Engineering
Do you not remember the TV programme?
What I'm more unsure of is Helly's reference to 'Deus=God' ???
Phew. I thought it was just me. Meanwhile, Mr Dowson, my maths teacher BITD would finish a proof off on the blackboard with a QED. "Quite Easily Done".
Post by: hatler on 07 March, 2019, 08:15:36 pm
Quod Erat Demonstrandum - which was to be demonstratedIsn't this a gerund(ive) ?
In which case the translation is more properly "That which had to be demonstrated".
Post by: hellymedic on 07 March, 2019, 08:22:23 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 07 March, 2019, 08:35:16 pm
Quod Erat Demonstrandum - which was to be demonstratedIsn't this a gerund(ive) ?
In which case the translation is more properly "That which had to be demonstrated".
I'm an engineer, I think my last use of a gerund was as a drip tray under my Land Rover
Post by: iddu on 07 March, 2019, 10:52:44 pm
Iddu, I think, on an elliptigo coming through Brampton heading towards Huntington. I was heading the other way in the car.
Must have been my evil twin; that's a steed variant I don't own...
Post by: ElyDave on 08 March, 2019, 09:57:21 am
Iddu, I think, on an elliptigo coming through Brampton heading towards Huntington. I was heading the other way in the car.
Must have been my evil twin; that's a steed variant I don't own...
Yes, my confusion
Post by: citoyen on 09 March, 2019, 12:41:01 pm
On which subject, I saw an Elliptigo this morning, tearing along Marine Parade in Whitstable at great speed, while I was cooling off after parkrun. The rider could have been Idai - had the right kind of stature - but hard to tell from the distance.
Post by: ElyDave on 09 March, 2019, 07:26:36 pm
Post by: Deano on 09 March, 2019, 07:29:07 pm
Post by: Kim on 09 March, 2019, 07:42:04 pm
Post by: hellymedic on 09 March, 2019, 08:00:14 pm
Post by: Jakob W on 15 March, 2019, 04:49:37 pm
Post by: Salvatore on 05 April, 2019, 01:59:59 pm
Post by: matthew on 05 April, 2019, 02:01:05 pm
Post by: fuzzy on 05 April, 2019, 02:14:29 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 05 April, 2019, 04:46:26 pm
Post by: Little Jim on 05 April, 2019, 05:44:44 pm
Not guilty. I was laying paving slabs.
Who's pissed you off this time?
Post by: Basil on 05 April, 2019, 07:04:25 pm
Not guilty. I was laying paving slabs.
Who's pissed you off this time?
;D
Post by: Salvatore on 05 April, 2019, 07:40:07 pm
Don't know if it's anyone here, but I spotted a cyclist in acf shorts just outside Henley (on Thames) about an hour ago.
According to strava flyby it was Patrick Wadsworth aka GrandMaster Flash who was last active here in January 2017.
Post by: Jurek on 05 April, 2019, 07:57:46 pm
Just sayin'
Post by: ElyDave on 14 April, 2019, 11:49:44 am
Post by: Wobbly John on 14 April, 2019, 11:56:19 am
I met 3 cyclists on the way to Ten Mile Bank, where I crossed Modney bridge to Hilgay & Ryston before going through Denver and back along the riverbank.
Post by: CrinklyLion on 20 April, 2019, 05:08:19 pm
Nice to make your acquaintance, Brymbo!
Post by: L CC on 20 April, 2019, 10:15:09 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 21 April, 2019, 06:44:07 am
Post by: L CC on 21 April, 2019, 03:50:58 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 21 April, 2019, 11:28:36 pm
(Maybe I should tryharder to remember that he isn't about 14 any more...)
Post by: nikki on 22 April, 2019, 10:02:04 pm
Post by: CarlF on 13 May, 2019, 10:47:15 pm
https://mobile.twitter.com/thecourieruk/status/1126380934612246528
Post by: fd3 on 09 June, 2019, 09:44:24 pm
Post by: Kim on 09 June, 2019, 09:47:00 pm
Post by: fd3 on 09 June, 2019, 11:01:39 pm
Post by: Jaded on 09 June, 2019, 11:27:42 pm
Post by: Kim on 09 June, 2019, 11:44:48 pm
the Bristol rd blue route is good for its intended audience of peoplewhoaretooscaredtocycleonbristolrdwithcars.
The intended audience is everyone who cycles: The BCR people actually listened to feedback that providing poor-quality shared-use-pavement infrastructure for people who don't want to mix with cars, while expecting faster cyclists to use the carriageway (perhaps with the 'help' of magic paint) was the worst of both worlds, and that we'd rather the money be spent on a smaller amount of high-quality properly segregated infrastructure.
As such, the key question is whether it's good enough for less able cyclists (including unaccompanied children) while being sufficiently attractive for the lycra brigade. I'd say it's a definite win on the former, and just about scrapes through on the latter - while it's not too bad for sight-lines, side-road priority and wandering pedestrians, there are a lot of tight corners and you do spend more time waiting at traffic lights than you would on the main carriageway.
As someone who's not usually afraid to mix with the cars on the Bristol Road, my main personal concern is that it's good enough not to be an inconvenience, given that we will now no doubt receive harassment for not using it. I'll have to ride it a few times to get a feel for how fast it actually is, but I expect that using it will trade maximum speed for more consistency, as you'll be able to ride past the congestion easily in rush hour (in a way the previous shared-use pavement didn't really facilitate, because you couldn't maintain a decent pace on it).
Post by: Peter on 10 June, 2019, 10:35:59 am
I saw me on the highlights of the England vs Bangladesh match yesterday. ;D
Always a good sign when you can still recognise yourself! (I thought I'd caught a glimpse of myself on a shop window TV the other day; turned out to have been Paul Newman......)
Post by: Tim Hall on 14 June, 2019, 04:44:12 pm
https://youtu.be/aA4Nw4sDT4U (https://youtu.be/aA4Nw4sDT4U)
Post by: Tim Hall on 14 June, 2019, 04:45:32 pm
Who's that forumite from a few years ago. Zimbabwean, lives in Sarf London, gives/gave skating lessons by the Albert Memorial? Anyway, is he the co-star of this bit of Youtube goodness, as discussed, apparently, on the Jeremy Vine show?
https://youtu.be/aA4Nw4sDT4U (https://youtu.be/aA4Nw4sDT4U)
ETA: having read in another thread, yes it is. Wendy. Used to be something mikey years ago.
Post by: Mr Larrington on 14 June, 2019, 07:17:14 pm
Post by: citoyen on 15 June, 2019, 05:10:19 pm
Post by: rob on 15 June, 2019, 08:03:01 pm
Post by: Joe.B on 23 June, 2019, 08:40:16 pm
Spotted them just after pulling off the M74 at J13 for a cuppa and a snack in a layby on the B7078, Anyone of this fine parish?
Post by: Deano on 23 June, 2019, 08:59:12 pm
Post by: Joe.B on 23 June, 2019, 10:23:13 pm
I think Julian and Steve are ridingto hell and backBlackpool-Glasgow-Blackpool.
I rode a good portion of that route a couple of years ago when doing a Helensburgh to Calisle ride. They picked a terrific day for it :thumbsup:
Post by: Basil on 24 June, 2019, 05:45:40 pm
Meddyg says hello, he boomed at me. :thumbsup:
Hi Meddyg. :D
Post by: telstarbox on 26 June, 2019, 07:42:55 pm
Post by: perpetual dan on 07 July, 2019, 10:35:09 pm
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Post by: bhoot on 22 July, 2019, 04:13:01 pm
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 23 July, 2019, 06:54:05 am
Spotted someone in a green yacf jersey leaving the Medway City Estate this eve?
Ah! That was me , that was :thumbsup:.
Post by: Steph on 25 July, 2019, 02:47:46 am
Who's that forumite from a few years ago. Zimbabwean, lives in Sarf London, gives/gave skating lessons by the Albert Memorial? Anyway, is he the co-star of this bit of Youtube goodness, as discussed, apparently, on the Jeremy Vine show?
https://youtu.be/aA4Nw4sDT4U (https://youtu.be/aA4Nw4sDT4U)
Mikey indeed. Oh, I did enjoy that!
Post by: Steph on 25 July, 2019, 03:27:09 am
"That'll be this one here, sir. Not exercising due caution, were we?"
Post by: Andrij on 25 July, 2019, 06:53:22 am
Post by: hatler on 25 July, 2019, 06:33:59 pm
Post by: Andrij on 25 July, 2019, 10:59:08 pm
What on earth were you doing in New Malden ?
Visiting an acquaintance. FTR, I can recommend Sorabol (http://www.sorabol.co.uk/), on the High Street, for lunch. :thumbsup:
I should probably post about my, um, adventure, on the ride out there, riding through Wimbledon Common for the first time. In short: COR + cyclocross.
Post by: hatler on 25 July, 2019, 11:13:43 pm
Post by: bludger on 27 July, 2019, 10:59:40 pm
Post by: hatler on 27 July, 2019, 11:19:25 pm
Post by: Andrij on 27 July, 2019, 11:54:42 pm
Post by: Wobbly John on 28 July, 2019, 09:54:53 am
In a shop with his name on it. :thumbsup:
It seemed rude not to while we were in that side of Manchester.
Post by: Greenbank on 11 August, 2019, 05:59:06 pm
Post by: Kim on 20 October, 2019, 10:40:51 pm
Also HK and Mr Larrington, who I actually got a chance to speak to.
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 20 October, 2019, 10:47:19 pm
Post by: ElyDave on 24 October, 2019, 06:25:21 am
far more entertaining than sitting in a hotel room working
Post by: Pingu on 27 October, 2019, 12:45:56 am
Feanor and the Pingus, in the pub last night,
far more entertaining than sitting in a hotel room working
Belated :thumbsup: :)
Post by: hulver on 08 November, 2019, 08:46:53 am
Post by: IanDG on 18 January, 2020, 03:29:03 pm
Post by: Kim on 25 January, 2020, 04:39:22 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 26 January, 2020, 03:57:34 pm
Post by: IanN on 26 January, 2020, 04:48:49 pm
Somewhat confused by Bournbrook / Selly Oak, which has been moved several meters to the side without telling me.
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 26 January, 2020, 04:55:20 pm
It's a BSL to English dictionary, with words arranged alphabetically by initial hand position of BSL. Three dimensional hand positions and gestures are "written" using two-dimensional annotation which looks like Klingon, say. I likened it in concept to the annotation used for choreography but whereas I know virtually nothing about BSL, I know absolutely nothing of choreography, so take that with a dose of salt. Fortunately there are also photographs showing the word being signed. But totally useless, as far as I can make out, for looking up how to sign an English word in BSL.... a BricktionaryTM.
Wassat? A dictionary as used by Fred and Wilma Flinstone?
More to the point, in a contest between it and the Maglite, I reckon it's evens.
Post by: Kim on 26 January, 2020, 05:00:04 pm
... a BricktionaryTM.
Wassat? A dictionary as used by Fred and Wilma Flinstone?
https://www.abebooks.co.uk/products/isbn/9780571143467/22901999063
The first attempt at creating a dictionary of BSL, from the days when you'd have needed a Laserdisc player and a Video Toaster to do it properly. Every student buys a copy, struggles to decode the notation, becomes frustrated at the limited vocabulary and ends up using it as an improvised chair leg / monitor stand / paper-flattening weight. It was a groundbreaking project at the time, but these days we have web-based video for cataloguing signs in a more natural and easy to access format, so it mostly serves as an in-joke.
Post by: Kim on 26 January, 2020, 05:17:53 pm
But totally useless, as far as I can make out, for looking up how to sign an English word in BSL.
Like any other bilingual dictionary, it goes both ways. The English->BSL section is a lot thinner, as it doesn't contain photographs and description of the signs (just references to the relevant entry).
Turning a static photo and a description of movement into a sign is always a bit hit and miss, though, even when you have a framework for describing things like handshapes. The much more accessible Cath Smith books (which are aimed at language learners, rather than a piece of academic research) have the same problem, and are best used to jog your memory rather than expanding your vocabulary.
Post by: Kim on 30 January, 2020, 07:54:28 pm
Post by: SteveC on 30 January, 2020, 08:39:47 pm
Any of you lot?
Post by: Tim Hall on 30 January, 2020, 09:32:45 pm
Sunday lunchtime. A small flock of ordinaries going up The Mall in that London, doing their best to not run over any C17 soldiery who seemed to be everywhere.
Any of you lot?
There's a regular(ish) flock of them. It's a hire and tuition kind of a thing I think.
Post by: Wowbagger on 08 February, 2020, 07:51:09 pm
Me, totally randomly.
This morning I was on my way to meet a pal for her first ever tandem ride. Someone did a drive-by shooting of me and placed the video on an FB group "Vintage Cycles UK" and labelled it "How sad to see a friendless tandem". Wobbly John of this parish is a member of the same group and spotted me!
Does this make me the first YACFer to spot myself out for a ride? ;D
Post by: Kim on 08 February, 2020, 08:09:57 pm
https://www.facebook.com/vincent.harris.752/videos/10158306001519090/
Me, totally randomly.
This morning I was on my way to meet a pal for her first ever tandem ride. Someone did a drive-by shooting of me and placed the video on an FB group "Vintage Cycles UK" and labelled it "How sad to see a friendless tandem". Wobbly John of this parish is a member of the same group and spotted me!
Does this make me the first YACFer to spot myself out for a ride? ;D
I've often wondered where all those drive-by videos of me end up. I've yet to track one down on the interweb.
Post by: ElyDave on 08 February, 2020, 08:28:11 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 08 February, 2020, 08:42:49 pm
saw an ordinary on a car bike rack this morning on the A10 north of Littleport, had me wondering
Wondering whether Charlotte was in the boot...? :demon:
Post by: Wobbly John on 08 February, 2020, 08:45:21 pm
Post by: Wobbly John on 08 February, 2020, 08:47:12 pm
I've often wondered where all those drive-by videos of me end up. I've yet to track one down on the interweb.
Been filmed hundreds of time on the Wobblebike, but I only ever saw one online. :(
Post by: Basil on 08 February, 2020, 09:03:21 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 08 February, 2020, 11:29:42 pm
Then in the 100 Club I saw turista and the rest of his band playing some fantastic cow punk skiffle.
Post by: Deano on 08 February, 2020, 11:40:15 pm
Post by: hatler on 09 February, 2020, 04:06:37 pm
Post by: Jurek on 09 February, 2020, 04:21:08 pm
I met the rather dapper Goldcrank outside the 100 Club in Oxford Street to hand over a front wheel that was going spare. I got it for free from Ibrahim a few years ago when he emigrated and never used it. Goldcrank is going to put it to good use ( see his thread on the Wanted board).I relieved the same Ibrahim of a Crumpler courier bag prior to his emigration.
Then in the 100 Club I saw turista and the rest of his band playing some fantastic cow punk skiffle.
Whatever happened to Ibrahim?
Post by: hatler on 09 February, 2020, 04:31:05 pm
Post by: IanDG on 09 February, 2020, 08:45:08 pm
Windy in Carlisle :)
At least Deano was riding a bike.
Post by: fd3 on 09 February, 2020, 11:15:10 pm
(could have been someone else on a recumbent two-wheeler, but the stats on that remain low).
Post by: Kim on 09 February, 2020, 11:22:15 pm
Maybe it's the mysterious Pershore Road recumbent woman (https://twitter.com/F1_Jamie86/status/1220650967600967680)?
Post by: Steph on 09 February, 2020, 11:27:05 pm
Across a table in a Birmingham pub
An hour ago.
Post by: telstarbox on 18 February, 2020, 08:27:33 am
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 18 February, 2020, 01:25:41 pm
Post by: Graeme on 18 February, 2020, 11:54:35 pm
Audax was discussed
Post by: Peter on 19 February, 2020, 12:18:53 am
Peter
Post by: Graeme on 19 February, 2020, 09:12:32 am
Non-Audaxers also at scene included the Bishop of Leeds, a Tory MP, a mayor, the Deputy Lieutenant of West Yorkshire, the ghost of John Radford and loads of sandwiches - all to welcome Graeme to his new parish. Very best wishes to you and Carol, Graeme!
Peter
Yebbut they're not the esteemed yacf representatives :)
Thanks Peter
Post by: Ruthie on 19 February, 2020, 02:46:40 pm
Post by: CrinklyLion on 20 February, 2020, 12:08:52 am
Post by: alexb on 20 February, 2020, 06:24:33 am
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 23 February, 2020, 10:30:20 am
Plenty of other forumites chatted to during the day but I'm not great at linking faces to forum names.
Post by: Kim on 23 February, 2020, 12:07:57 pm
That wind was ridiculous (at least as ridiculous as last year's fog). Not helped by riding a recumbent in 3-speed mode in the hope that the gear cable would continue hanging by a thread until the next control. :facepalm:
Post by: Pedaldog. on 01 March, 2020, 10:14:57 am
Post by: Kim on 01 March, 2020, 12:23:34 pm
met Redshift twice in, around, 20 years! People will talk.
That seems to be about the average rate...
Post by: hellymedic on 01 March, 2020, 04:15:03 pm
Post by: Pedaldog. on 02 March, 2020, 09:26:52 am
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 21 April, 2020, 11:35:39 am
Post by: L CC on 24 April, 2020, 07:42:32 am
Post by: nikki on 28 April, 2020, 09:56:01 pm
https://thebikeshow.net/rough-stuff-in-the-north-york-moors/
Post by: cycleman on 01 May, 2020, 08:17:09 pm
A social distance meeting for a m phone exchange. Thanks :)
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 02 June, 2020, 02:17:51 pm
Post by: Paul on 02 June, 2020, 06:44:18 pm
Cheers.
Post by: Deano on 02 June, 2020, 07:47:21 pm
Deano on The Bike Show podcast:
https://thebikeshow.net/rough-stuff-in-the-north-york-moors/
Just spotted you spotting me, Nikki!
I didn't cringe too much at the sound of my own voice. Mike's accent came across really well, I thought.
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 16 July, 2020, 10:15:44 pm
https://road.cc/content/news/transport-minister-women-cant-cycle-work-skirts-275489
(I'd add that you don't even need to be a woman; I've definitely seen Indian men cycling in lungi, which is basically a wrap-around skirt but traditionally worn by Indian men.)
Post by: Mr Larrington on 17 July, 2020, 01:07:57 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 17 July, 2020, 09:11:17 pm
I do believe that's Butterfly referenced in this thread about the astounding fact that, actually, it is possible to ride a bike while wearing a skirt.
https://road.cc/content/news/transport-minister-women-cant-cycle-work-skirts-275489
(I'd add that you don't even need to be a woman; I've definitely seen Indian men cycling in lungi, which is basically a wrap-around skirt but traditionally worn by Indian men.)
Oh well spotted! I didn't know I was on their page.
Post by: TimO on 21 July, 2020, 05:06:36 pm
I spotted Tim O on Queenstown Road and then again on Tooting Common on my way home last night.
A mere 5 months later, I've noticed this! So long afterwards, I have no idea of the exact journey, although less than 1 month after this I stopped cycling to work because of the pandemic.
I'm curious how you saw me twice. Was I cycling particularly slowly, or were you sprinting past me, and then stopping for a rest? :)
Post by: fd3 on 22 July, 2020, 12:10:58 am
https://road.cc/content/news/transport-minister-women-cant-cycle-work-skirts-275489Well, she is from Redditch, what do you expect?
Post by: Kim on 23 July, 2020, 07:53:55 pm
[1] Not in the in-addr.arpa sense.
Post by: Auntie Helen on 23 July, 2020, 08:00:59 pm
That barakta has got herself in the DNS[1] again: https://www.disabilitynewsservice.com/courts-not-much-more-accessible-than-25-years-ago-says-campaigner/Second forumite sporting opportunity at the bottom of the article
[1] Not in the in-addr.arpa sense.
Post by: tonyh on 23 July, 2020, 09:22:56 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 04 August, 2020, 12:54:17 pm
Post by: rr on 09 August, 2020, 03:41:38 pm
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Post by: jiberjaber on 10 August, 2020, 12:41:43 pm
Jiberjabber leaving Chelmsford in ACME kit as I returned in my YACF kit.
Sent from my moto x4 using Tapatalk
:thumbsup: Indeed it was :) Hot out there and my first ride since the ford incident 2 weeks ago!
Post by: rr on 10 August, 2020, 01:23:45 pm
Ford incident? Tell me more, I've had a couple of those.Jiberjabber leaving Chelmsford in ACME kit as I returned in my YACF kit.
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Indeed it was :) Hot out there and my first ride since the ford incident 2 weeks ago!
Sent from my moto x4 using Tapatalk
Post by: Wobbly John on 18 August, 2020, 09:19:07 pm
Saw Reynard from the 'other place' twice, and on the way back, an approching recumbent rider turned out to be YACFer, Marco Stefano! :D
Post by: Wowbagger on 22 September, 2020, 02:45:48 pm
Post by: alexb on 29 November, 2020, 08:02:20 pm
Post by: Pedal Castro on 18 December, 2020, 07:20:22 am
Post by: Butterfly on 21 December, 2020, 06:55:37 pm
Post by: Pickled Onion on 28 December, 2020, 08:32:19 pm
Yesterday's planned 6x Southwick Hill intervals cut short as I saw a yacf jersey going the other way. Turned around and had a very nice chat with Pickled Onion, who I knew lived in my small market town but had never met before.
Very nice to meet you Señor Pedal. At long last!
Post by: Pedal Castro on 04 February, 2021, 02:13:04 pm
Post by: Kim on 15 February, 2021, 08:40:44 pm
Post by: matthew on 16 February, 2021, 01:24:25 pm
Is that our Valiant in the credits of a Tom Scott video?
I guess he supplied the nicotine and flavour free vape that had Tom choking.
Post by: fd3 on 08 March, 2021, 06:52:40 pm
...
oh it's a recumbent
...
Are they riding no hands???
...
No you plonker, it's uss [waves]
...
yeah, that was
...
Kim
My brane was not really engaged today.
Post by: Tommyp27 on 22 March, 2021, 06:31:23 am
Post by: JonB on 03 May, 2021, 10:25:33 am
Post by: Valiant on 12 May, 2021, 11:57:00 pm
Is that our Valiant in the credits of a Tom Scott video?
Is that our Valiant in the credits of a Tom Scott video?
I guess he supplied the nicotine and flavour free vape that had Tom choking.
Aye tis me. I also make an inframe appearance on a few others. Tis the reason why people say I have a face for the radio.
Post by: Pingu on 12 June, 2021, 11:30:41 pm
Post by: ranran on 22 June, 2021, 04:10:15 pm
Post by: Graeme on 25 June, 2021, 08:35:22 pm
this afternoon , I believe it was Graeme the cycling vicar , heading north on the A689 over the level crossing near Brampton.
Guilty as charged
;D
Came here to report a beautiful orange velomobile on the outskirts of Durham today. Rider was using the cycle path along the A167 near Pity Me. Gorgeous looking machine, wondered who was piloting it.
Post by: ravenbait on 26 June, 2021, 10:18:09 am
I believe I saw Mrs Pingu and Ravenbait today :thumbsup:
Oddly enough, I saw Pingu and Mrs Pingu on the same day!
Sam
Post by: Arellcat on 26 June, 2021, 10:41:05 am
Came here to report a beautiful orange velomobile on the outskirts of Durham today. Rider was using the cycle path along the A167 near Pity Me. Gorgeous looking machine, wondered who was piloting it.
Did the machine have "VELO QUEST" written along the sides in chunky black type?
Post by: Graeme on 28 June, 2021, 09:35:48 pm
Came here to report a beautiful orange velomobile on the outskirts of Durham today. Rider was using the cycle path along the A167 near Pity Me. Gorgeous looking machine, wondered who was piloting it.
Did the machine have "VELO QUEST" written along the sides in chunky black type?
If there was writing it wasn't big enough to notice from the car as we passed. It was a trike with two wheels at the front if that helps.
Post by: Tim Hall on 01 August, 2021, 06:14:23 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 03 August, 2021, 02:32:15 pm
Post by: Joe.B on 05 August, 2021, 10:09:08 pm
Post by: Kim on 20 August, 2021, 07:12:55 pm
When I heard someone mention it was a bomb that had stuck me on the wrong side of the Severn, I was thinking some Germans had got lost on the way to Coventry. This sounds a bit more 'see it, say it, sorted' than that.
Post by: Peter on 20 August, 2021, 08:12:04 pm
Post by: Kim on 21 August, 2021, 12:33:08 pm
Post by: Peter on 21 August, 2021, 01:33:36 pm
Post by: Ham on 21 August, 2021, 02:43:11 pm
Accidentally spotted myself: https://www.kidderminstershuttle.co.uk/news/19527470.bomb-squad-called-explosive-found-bewdley/
When I heard someone mention it was a bomb that had stuck me on the wrong side of the Severn, I was thinking some Germans had got lost on the way to Coventry. This sounds a bit more 'see it, say it, sorted' than that.
Curiously, this was the scene of my recent detour (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=120630.msg2651457#msg2651457) if you noticed the rather narrow and busy left turn, just up from where you're stood standing, that was what I dragged the caravan around.
Post by: mike on 13 September, 2021, 02:08:00 pm
You were stopped at a junction, checking a map. I was suffering too badly, desperately hanging on to her back wheel while still 20 miles to home to let me stop and chat!
Post by: rogerzilla on 13 September, 2021, 02:52:50 pm
Post by: rogerzilla on 13 September, 2021, 02:55:05 pm
Accidentally spotted myself: https://www.kidderminstershuttle.co.uk/news/19527470.bomb-squad-called-explosive-found-bewdley/Poor Bewdley. If it's not flooded, it's being blown up by Goering's dastardly Heinkels.
When I heard someone mention it was a bomb that had stuck me on the wrong side of the Severn, I was thinking some Germans had got lost on the way to Coventry. This sounds a bit more 'see it, say it, sorted' than that.
Post by: mike on 13 September, 2021, 03:23:51 pm
Post by: Butterfly on 16 September, 2021, 05:35:08 pm
Post by: andrewc on 17 September, 2021, 08:39:26 am
Did we ride past Wowbagger and a couple of others out near Linton yesterday?? (possibly loadsabikes?)
You were stopped at a junction, checking a map. I was suffering too badly, desperately hanging on to her back wheel while still 20 miles to home to let me stop and chat!
Wowbagger, Canardly & myself. We’d just come off a scenic detour via the Roman road.
Post by: grams on 19 September, 2021, 10:51:56 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 22 September, 2021, 03:46:59 pm
I thought Wowbagger had been around so long that he knew All Teh Roadz.
Those cunning Romans put one in when I wasn't looking.
Post by: jiberjaber on 23 September, 2021, 07:37:38 pm
Someone said hello to me in Chelmsford? Is suspect they may be Of This Parish.Depends where you were in Chelmsford?
Post by: Mr Larrington on 17 October, 2021, 05:34:31 pm
Post by: matthew on 23 October, 2021, 12:29:07 pm
Post by: Kim on 23 October, 2021, 01:57:23 pm
GCN has just put up a video from a BHPC meet at Hillingdon. https://youtu.be/sWM0CHJeYAI (https://youtu.be/sWM0CHJeYAI) I recognise Kim on the red barron and there must be more of you so own up.
More discussion of that in the BHPC thread: https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=113381.msg2667960#msg2667960
Gerwinium's definitely in it (onna upwrong, YACF jersey) at several points. Not sure about the others (if barakta's there, she's in a wheelchair somewhere near the timing tent, and Blodwin Pig would be in the slow group on the Vorsprung Durch HPVelotechnik).
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 23 October, 2021, 02:01:26 pm
Post by: Wobbly John on 01 November, 2021, 11:41:09 pm
Post by: Marco Stefano on 05 November, 2021, 06:35:12 pm
A red ICE trike in Ely this morning, being riden by Slowfen, I believe?
And around that day (+/- 1), Wobbly John riding down Silver Street (you wouldn't have seen me, just wandering down Church Lane with a stinking cold).
Post by: Tim Hall on 07 November, 2021, 07:12:12 pm
A little later a nice police officer bade me to pull over, but I mostly ignored him, as it was Charlotte's favourite copper, Titus of the Yard
Post by: The Family Cyclist on 14 November, 2021, 08:32:34 pm
Post by: andrewc on 09 December, 2021, 10:14:20 am
Post by: Peter on 09 December, 2021, 12:26:25 pm
Post by: Steph on 10 December, 2021, 11:26:47 am
It was THAT windy. There was a cruise ship (Fred Olsen) parked in front of my hotel that set off into the storm, and I can still hear the distant voices of the passengers calling to their four friends: "George! Ralph! Huey! Ruth!"
* Fortunately, and empirically, a robust one. I walk with a stick these days, and ordinary trekking pole, and the wind was that strong It was almost blowing the stick horizontal.
Post by: andrewc on 10 December, 2021, 11:47:41 am
Fulton Stormshield. My office is down by the river , the wind will destroy lesser umbrellas.
Post by: Steph on 10 December, 2021, 06:17:41 pm
Post by: Efrogwr on 24 December, 2021, 07:33:59 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 21 February, 2022, 06:16:14 pm
Post by: delthebike on 21 February, 2022, 06:49:03 pm
Delthebike, sans bike, this morning, whilst I was heading for my Stoutness Exercises. We merely "hello"ed on another. It would have been good to stop and chat but I was cycling into a strong wind and had limited time. I arrived at the gym with about 2 minutes to spare.For the record 'twas I without bicycle not the Wowbagger.
I noticed that your beard seems to be particularly full and whiter than I remember it.
Post by: IanDG on 12 March, 2022, 10:00:12 pm
Post by: JellyLegs on 21 March, 2022, 12:53:40 pm
Post by: felstedrider on 21 March, 2022, 01:33:14 pm
Does an “electronic spot” count? FelstedRider has a tweet of his spotlighted by Road.cc in their story on Jeremy Vine’s twitter spat with a taxi driver.
Glad you pointed that out. :thumbsup:
Post by: ElyDave on 21 March, 2022, 10:50:01 pm
Post by: Polar Bear on 12 April, 2022, 07:57:52 am
Good to see you again Sir. It's been many many moons since a camping meet.
Post by: rogerzilla on 12 April, 2022, 08:21:50 am
A bunch of could be YACF'ers waiting for one of their fellows with a mechanical at the edge of Witchford. I stopped for a brief chat with their recumbentist, on a yellow Azub before carrying on myselfYACFers don't have mechanicals. They choose not to proceed.
Post by: Wowbagger on 12 April, 2022, 03:10:26 pm
Post by: cycleman on 01 May, 2022, 10:33:11 pm
Post by: MattH on 02 May, 2022, 04:25:28 pm
Post by: Wowbagger on 08 May, 2022, 12:41:35 pm
Post by: Pedal Castro on 17 May, 2022, 07:27:31 am
Post by: C-3PO on 17 May, 2022, 12:01:00 pm
We do count among our number an entity going by the name of “teamonster”.
Shinily yours
Threeps
Post by: Tim Hall on 30 May, 2022, 03:27:37 pm
Little Joe is an ace at Tandem Limbo.
Post by: Jaded on 08 June, 2022, 12:05:10 am
Post by: Steph on 16 June, 2022, 05:44:51 pm
Post by: perpetual dan on 28 June, 2022, 07:34:48 pm
Post by: Feanor on 28 June, 2022, 08:04:12 pm
Also, I did have breakfast with Alan Silva, who may or may not be OTP, I don't know.
In discussions with Team USA, I actually knew a few riders of their acquaintance!
Small world.
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 10 August, 2022, 03:44:17 pm
Post by: Mr Larrington on 10 August, 2022, 05:30:07 pm
Post by: Mr Larrington on 10 August, 2022, 09:52:21 pm
Post by: teamonster on 12 August, 2022, 11:20:34 am
A fellow cyclist waiting to board the ferry at Hook of Holland, after chatting I guessed he may be OTP, and indeed he was but not a frequent visitor. T-monster I think he said his forum name was.
Pedal Castro, back in May - I'm not on her often so just picked this up :) nice to have meet you
Post by: markcjagar on 13 August, 2022, 08:55:13 pm
Post by: mr ben on 18 August, 2022, 11:10:32 am
Post by: The_Mikey on 31 August, 2022, 04:41:09 pm
Post by: IanDG on 31 August, 2022, 05:55:56 pm
Post by: Feanor on 31 August, 2022, 07:45:59 pm
I was wearing a red YACY gillet and red YACF top some of the time.
My memory has grown hazy of all those I met.
I can remember:
Mr Larrington at the start, and at some control far from Larrington Towers;
Someone at the entrance / exit of a bike parking area;
The Rev G. at the secret control;
Hummers onna motorbike (more than once?) and I think at Eskdalemuir;
AlfaPete lending me a light at some control where my charge cable had broken;
Another rider inna green YACF jersey, name lost like tears in the rain;
Charlotte at the end.
And others I have missed.
Oh, and obviously IanDG at some control too...
Post by: JonBuoy on 31 August, 2022, 07:49:42 pm
I met too many to mention on LEL.
I was wearing a red YACY gillet and red YACF top some of the time.
My memory has grown hazy of all those I met.
I can remember:
Mr Larrington at the start, and at some control far from Larrington Towers;
Someone at the entrance / exit of a bike parking area;
The Rev G. at the secret control;
Hummers onna motorbike (more than once?) and I think at Eskdalemuir;
AlfaPete lending me a light at some control where my charge cable had broken;
Another rider inna green YACF jersey, name lost like tears in the rain;
Charlotte at the end.
And others I have missed.
Probably me at Hessle.
Post by: Feanor on 31 August, 2022, 07:54:19 pm
Someone at the entrance / exit of a bike parking area;Probably me at Hessle.
Yes, it was your name I had in mind, but was not confident enough of that...
Thanks.
Post by: Graeme on 31 August, 2022, 11:15:49 pm
Post by: hatler on 31 August, 2022, 11:29:16 pm
It was a festival of meeting friends - one of the reasons I enjoyed the start gate marshal role was talking to almost everyone. Oh, and shouting a lot. I liked the shouting.You are a Vogon guard AICMFP.
Post by: Graeme on 01 September, 2022, 12:05:22 am
Post by: hatler on 01 September, 2022, 12:02:36 pm
Post by: JonB on 01 September, 2022, 01:01:03 pm
I spotted a YACF jersey in the wild on Sunday morning between Shortwood and Pucklechurch in South Gloucestershire, a good chance they're someone who uses this forum?Think that might have been me if it was a red YACF top :thumbsup:
Post by: JonB on 01 September, 2022, 01:03:41 pm
I met too many to mention on LEL.I think we chatted a bit on the route out of Louth (we'd both encountered a dodgy van driver), I had a black audax Bristol top on
I was wearing a red YACY gillet and red YACF top some of the time.
My memory has grown hazy of all those I met.
I can remember:
Mr Larrington at the start, and at some control far from Larrington Towers;
Someone at the entrance / exit of a bike parking area;
The Rev G. at the secret control;
Hummers onna motorbike (more than once?) and I think at Eskdalemuir;
AlfaPete lending me a light at some control where my charge cable had broken;
Another rider inna green YACF jersey, name lost like tears in the rain;
Charlotte at the end.
And others I have missed.
Oh, and obviously IanDG at some control too...
Post by: Feanor on 01 September, 2022, 07:34:06 pm
I met too many to mention on LEL.I think we chatted a bit on the route out of Louth (we'd both encountered a dodgy van driver), I had a black audax Bristol top on
Yes, that sounds right. Hi!
Post by: felstedrider on 11 September, 2022, 07:54:38 pm
Howdee at a local 10k this morning.
(The first one was pre-planned so maybe doesn’t count.)
Post by: fd3 on 25 September, 2022, 12:07:03 am
Feat Kim
Post by: ElyDave on 26 September, 2022, 07:43:59 am
Post by: IanDG on 06 December, 2022, 09:42:04 pm
Post by: ravenbait on 07 December, 2022, 04:55:23 pm
Sam
Post by: The Family Cyclist on 18 January, 2023, 11:34:54 am
Post by: geraldc on 08 February, 2023, 05:25:31 pm
Post by: Kim on 22 February, 2023, 11:16:29 pm
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 23 February, 2023, 12:36:05 pm
Post by: Kim on 23 February, 2023, 12:55:56 pm
reading a sentence that begins "The King has..." makes you think you must be reading something written pre-1952
Yes. Its like having a male prime minister, only with a stronger suggestion that there might be dragons and castles and things later in the story. (Something John Major overlooked with his Back To Basics campaign.)
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 23 February, 2023, 03:40:59 pm
Yes. Its like having a male prime minister, only with a stronger suggestion that there might be dragons and castles and things later in the story. (Something John Major overlooked with his Back To Basics campaign.)Now there's a way of thinking of it. As I was basically ABROAD fraternizing with the FOREIGNS for the entirety of the Blair years, the last male prime minister while I was present, was Major. Obviously Cameron and Johnson were male, but were they really prime ministers? Not that May and Truss did any better on that front.
Post by: Mr Larrington on 23 February, 2023, 05:49:56 pm
He's the one on the right, and is exempt from royal subjugation (at least by our royals), on account of being a FOREIGN. He doesn't normally get to serve food in front of visiting dignitaries, but his usual job involves chopping tomatoes and stuff, so...
…which in our case we have not got?
Post by: SpaceBadger on 18 March, 2023, 05:26:02 pm
Post by: fd3 on 20 March, 2023, 04:14:21 pm
... nevermind, it's a Streetmachine and the rider is waring a black cap, so it must be Kim.
Post by: geraldc on 21 April, 2023, 01:42:19 pm
Post by: Joe.B on 28 April, 2023, 09:10:33 am
Chatting with a colleague yesterday morning who reported spotting a chap on a trike while riding round the Otterburn ranges earlier this week. After describing said chap, trike & considerable rate of progress, I believe it must have been the good Mr Aidan.f of this parish. Probably route checking next weekends Chevy Chase 200K.
Post by: JellyLegs on 02 June, 2023, 09:03:59 am
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-65779925 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-65779925)
Post by: TimO on 18 June, 2023, 05:37:51 pm
(Apologies to Robert, who I think has an account on here, but I don't remember what it is!)
Post by: ElyDave on 25 June, 2023, 07:57:21 pm
Post by: Basil on 21 July, 2023, 10:47:41 am
Anyone?
Post by: Kim on 15 August, 2023, 08:09:59 pm
Post by: Robh on 15 August, 2023, 08:39:48 pm
Post by: Tim Hall on 18 August, 2023, 04:33:11 pm
Post by: SpaceBadger on 26 August, 2023, 11:18:43 am
Post by: Polar Bear on 28 September, 2023, 07:21:49 pm
Very nice to have seen you again Sir. 👍
Post by: Jaded on 28 September, 2023, 10:40:49 pm
Thank you for the cake! Great to catchup.
Post by: Pingu on 04 October, 2023, 10:16:09 am
Post by: ravenbait on 04 October, 2023, 02:04:43 pm
Sam
Post by: Pingu on 04 October, 2023, 04:17:27 pm
Post by: ravenbait on 04 October, 2023, 04:39:33 pm
;D ;D ;D :demon:
Sam
Post by: Pingu on 04 October, 2023, 04:43:36 pm
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Post by: Tim Hall on 29 December, 2023, 10:15:11 pm
*My Young Lady asked me "are the walls that colour because they chose that paint or have they not decorated since the smoking ban?" A fair point.
Post by: matthew on 20 March, 2024, 09:09:04 am
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Post by: Tim Hall on 22 March, 2024, 03:47:27 pm
https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/business/owner-bids-farewell-as-bognor-regis-bike-shop-set-to-close-at-the-end-of-the-month-4563834 (https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/business/owner-bids-farewell-as-bognor-regis-bike-shop-set-to-close-at-the-end-of-the-month-4563834)
Post by: Paul on 01 April, 2024, 07:48:39 pm
Now, I’m sure there’s more than one incumbent owner in Birmingham, but I thought it worth mentioning, just in case.
Also, I thought New Street was pedestrianised?
Post by: TimO on 01 April, 2024, 08:08:12 pm
Post by: Paul on 01 April, 2024, 09:14:49 pm
Post by: Kim on 01 April, 2024, 09:20:32 pm
Cycling is allowed in the pedestrianised areas of central Birmingham, though it can often be easier to get off and push a two-wheeler.
Post by: Paul on 02 April, 2024, 12:44:45 pm
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Post by: Adam on 04 April, 2024, 06:35:04 am
Post by: Tim Hall on 13 April, 2024, 04:40:32 pm
Post by: Basil on 13 April, 2024, 04:46:56 pm
Drinking tea in our living room.
Lovely to catch up after so long.
Post by: Wobbly John on 13 April, 2024, 08:10:39 pm
I was driving to get provisions, so she wouldn't have noticed me.