Macc Lads, live at Leeds. I’ve still got it on blue vinyl somewhere

If you get really stuck, drop the distributor a line and they should be able to recommend a couple of fabricators locally (or if their feeling really generous, they might even send out one of their own technical guys to assess whether a fault of the initial fabrication and therefore warranty issue)

http://www.cdukltd.co.uk/page.php?p=support

When I was looking for training plans when I did a marathon a couple of years ago they all looked incredibly onerous so like Al, I followed the FIRST plan.

3 times a week and every run had purpose. I started straight after a 4 month injury lay off and didnt die so it must be fine ;)

Not swapped but last April I bought a new Soul frame and built up a new bike.. Since then I’ve used it as my main bike and have only ridden my Transition Covert for bike park and Alps trips duties.

The Soul is a massively capable bike and it never feels out of its depth. In fact, if I thought I’d get decent money for it, I’d consider selling the Tranny.

I’ve got a new and boxed Garmin one you can have for £15 if it’s any good to you.

Yup, I’m going. Me and a dozen mates have booked it out for a week mid-July – can’t wait

Handtec is always worth a look

http://www.handtec.co.uk/

Just for balance, I’ve got those bars currently sat on my car. Used them for about a year and while cheap and cheerful, perfectly functional. Maybe I’m living a charmed life but no-one has died yet.

djglover – Member

The piper club, wonder if you can still watch strippers for 50p whilst you have your Sunday lunch

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I spent many Sundays there when I was a student 20 years ago (Funky – sounds like we could have been there about the same time).

Glad to hear Spiders is still going strong, many good nights in there. Do they still sell Pink Pugsley’s?

Old town is pretty good for a stroll. Loving Sanny’s enthusiasm, I had an amazing 4 years at Uni in Hull – great place.

bummer, I’m still waiting to hear whether my drunken entry from the pub last night has been accepted.

I really enjoyed The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August by Claire North, certainly worth a read.

I used ABI Doors in Leeds last year for a Hormann rollamatic. Came recommended from a family member. Really pleased with the service, price wise reasonably competitive.

My wife’s aunt bought me a Jamie Oliver coffee mug. As if that’s not bad enough, it’s got the words ‘Top Mam’ all over it.
Not sure what she’s trying to tell me. She’s either confused about my gender or struggles reading.

I’m one of the fortunate ones that has a really good lbs. He’s realistic though and knows that he can’t compete on price and for most of the everyday things I don’t even try him anymore.

With the big ticket things (wheels/forks etc) I always go in and have a chat and see if he can get anywhere near the online prices. If it’s not too far away I’ll go lbs everytime.

I tend to get all my Hope gear from him though. He’s pretty much as cheap as online and I get the benefit of fitting/fettling for pretty much nowt if needed as well.

Proper pisser Sparky, hope you get it sorted mate.

Good shout on Fever Ray

I agree with a few of the above, others I’ll have to have a listen to.

A couple that spring to mind from the last couple of years for me are

Grizzly Bear – Shields
Daniel Avery – Drone Logic

craigxxl seems to have it pretty much nailed.

To his list I’d also add Tingley, West Ardsley and possibly Wrenthorpe. A junction down the motorway at J28 but you’ll be travelling the opposite direction of rush hour each day to J27.

Brush the worst off when I get back to the pub after a ride and sling it on the roof. Clean/lube chain with Rock n Roll when I get home.

It needs to be proper filthy before I consider getting a bucket out, I reckon twice a year at best.

Learn to swim and compete in a triathlon.

Contemplating C2C road ride in a day.

I’ve got a Covert 26″ and a Soul 27.5, both in medium.

Like Leon, not sure what you’re asking??

if you just want to get rid of the 0 then the easiest way would be to use the find and replace.

Highlight the cells, then Find 0, replace with <blank>

Not sure I’m helping but I’m 5’10 on a medium 27.5 Soul – fits perfect.

I think the correct answer is drop Cotic a line

Friendly bunch

Apart from Mark. Definitely not Mark ;-)

There are a few groups that ride round that way, most notably these guys

http://badbrainsmbc.freeforums.org/index.php

Friendly bunch and regular rides on Tuesdays and Thursdays round the South Leeds/Wakefield area.

If you get Corian (or any of the other similar type of products – Hanex etc) it will scratch – that’s a gimme. That’s why until recently none of the darker colours were approved for kitchen use as they showed all the white marks.

Recently, however, Corian have released what they call ‘Deep Colour Technology’ which basically means that while it will still scratch, it scratches darker so you can’t see them. With a bit of care, however, it will clean up like new and can last years.

If installed properly (and there are some not so good fitters out there) the joints will be difficult to spot giving a really good finish.

If the worktop does get damaged in any way, it can be repaired with whole sections being able to removed and replaced with new sections if necessary.

IMO, it’s no better/worse than granite/silestone, just different.

If you do go down the Corian route, take your time researching the fabricator as this can make the difference between a good job that’ll last years and a shabby one which you’ll never be happy with.

I work with Corian on a daily basis and have Granite worktops btw.

Not had any recently but wheel building is where they built their reputation.

All the ones I’ve had have been very good. In fact, I’ve still got a 717 on an XT hub sat in the garage from 11 years ago that’s straight and true.

Not sure about the Stans valves but can’t imagine they wouldn’t work.

I use these on mine

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Mountain-Bike-Road-Bike-Presta-Tubeless-Valves-Blue-For-No-Tubes-conversion-/261983935520?hash=item3cff759c20

I’d have thought any tubeless valve would do the trick.

You don’t see them fella’s doing the rounds of local pubs selling cockles and whelks and cold fish anymore. Also sold Scotch eggs bizarrely.

ahwiles – Member

grip, mostly, is about your technique.

different pedals may feel different, but by and large they’ve all got more than enough *grip*.

no-one can tell you which pedals you’ll like the feel of, it’s like saddle choice idnit.

DezB – Member

Superstar/Nukeproof/CarbonCycles – all the same great pedal:
http://www.carboncycles.cc/?s=0&c=84&p=940&tb=001

Both good shouts.

If you’re just testing the water, get a pair of these for £33

http://www.carboncycles.cc/?s=0&c=84&p=940

and use an old pair of skate shoes.

Spending circa £80-£100 on a pair of mtb specific flat shoes is a bit overkill imo, especially if you’re just trying it out. Only real difference for me is the stiffer soles which can make a difference over longer rides (currently using some AM41’s with decimated soles!)

I’d add Garmin to the list.
Dog chewed my forerunner and knackered the strap. Garmin replaced the full watch foc.

If anyone wants one I’ve also got one up for grabs

Either Z254-1691-49 or Z754-05D9-4B

They sent me 2 – I’ve used one but not sure which.

40 years old, 5′ 10″ and about 72kg.
Was a bit lighter when marathon training last year (sub 70kg) and didn’t look well tbf. Been between 70kg-75kg pretty much all my adult life.

Recently finished Domestique by Charly Wegelius. Really enjoyed it, quite an interesting insight into the life a pro cyclist who isn’t one of the superstars of the team.

Currently about 3/4 way through The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt. A bit slow going in parts but very well written. I’ll reserve judgement until I’ve finished but I think I’m enjoying it although some days I can’t be sure.

Death in Vegas
The Aliens

Me and a couple of mates were riding down Keeper Lane the other week. Half way down and loads of horses so we jumped the wall on what I think was the bottom half of the Tong DH. If it was it was pretty bobbins tbh, the descent down Keeper Lane is better IMO.

As others have said, the land is primarily used for 4×4 and notoriously holds water towards the bottom so I’m struggling to see how it can be sustainable – happy to be proved wrong though, and with it being on my doorstep, hope they can make a go of it too.

Yeah, ignore the naysayers, Cockerpoos are awesome!

Here’s mine, Bella

DSCF0203 (1) by cragseds[/url], on Flickr

DSC_0427 by cragseds[/url], on Flickr

I went the other way 4 or 5 years ago. After years of using spuds I thought I’d give flats a try and now that’s all I use.

In terms of performance, at my level anyway (and I reckon that of most), it makes not a bit of difference. Unless you’re chasing podium places it’s all about preference innit.

I’m about 11.5 stone and run 100 rear, 90 front in my 23c’s.

I have applied neither science nor logic as to whether this is right or wrong. I’ve randomly stuck some air in and it kind of works for me.

This thread has, however, got me wondering whether I’ve got too much air in my tyres.