I bought a Riddler in tough/fast configuration recently as I was looking to seemingly fulfill the same criteria as you, OP, but wasn’t prepared to pay for a DD Minion SS and SG Rock Razors only come in inappropriate-for-day-to-day-riding (for me) soft compounds. The Riddler was cheap. Beware however that the cornering knobbles on the Riddler are nowhere near as tall as pictured in the rendering that seemingly accompanies all sale listings. They’re about half that height and barely taller than the central tread. I don’t know whether or not this matters to you (might do if you’re looking for this type of tyre) or is even a problem in reality, as I haven’t ridden the tyre yet.

EDIT: ~£20 from Wiggle

Roll the dice: Get the below, have the broken air susslers replaced with coilovers and rumble off in to the sunset. The suspension failure should cost less than ~£1.5k to fix anyway.

https://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/bmw/e60-5-series-03-10/bmw-5-series-4-4-545i-se-touring-5dr/8636636

I’ve just been through this. Depending on the XT model you’re referring to, you can:

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/shimano-xtr-xt-slx-alfine-g02a-disc-brake-pad/rp-prod130816

Compatible with the following Shimano Models:
BR-M9000 – BR-M785 – BR-S700 – BR-R515 – BR-M9020 – BR-M675 – BR-CX75 – BR-R315 – BR-M987 – BR-M666 – BR-RS785 – BR-M985 – BR-M615 – BR-R785 – BR-M8000 – BR-M9000

EDIT: Be careful with the pad retaining screws on your calipers if this is the first time replacing your pads. The screws in mine were both slotted head rather than allen type. Both slots immediately crumbled on trying to remove the screw, one whilst turning anticlockwise (conventional undo direction) and the other whilst trying to turn clockwise (to try to crack any corrosion before leaving a ‘good’ surface in the slot for actual removal). I had to drill them out…

Ugarizza, thanks for this. I did not know it was possible to format the SD as internal memory. I’ll give this a go.

My battery really is shot so I might take the handset apart soon to attempt a replacement. iFixit have a fairly comprehensive guide for the process: https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Motorola+Moto+G+3rd+Generation+Battery+Replacement/60142

If the boiler supplies hot elsewhere then the issue is not specific to it.

If hot water comes out of the pipe supplying this tap after disconnecting then the issue is after this disconnection point, assuming that the flow and temperature after disconnection is as other taps (do a times fill test to a bucket to measure?).

I bought the G6 plus earlier in the week – above the budget in the OP though. Much better than my old G3 which really was on its last legs!

I like a lot of things about my G3. It is powerful enough (I don’t want to run any 3D games, not too big and, best of all, is waterproof. Why aren’t more phones at this end of the spectrum waterproof? It is a primary consideration for me now. It has been really tough too, being washed off under the tap after numerous days covered in dust during DIY, mud from garden work/riding, etc. and perspiration or rain whilst out riding are non-factors.

The only things letting it down now are the 16GB internal memory clogging up &, primarily, the hard to replace battery (requires phone dismantling rather than just taking the back off and popping in/out the old/new battery). The battery is done in really but I’m just holding on, for lack of a suitable replacement.

Loctite 641?

https://www.bearing-king.co.uk/bearing/loctite-641-bearing-fit-10ml/3818

SETI@home is only one project that ran through BOINC, wasn’t it? There is a BOINC app but I don’t know how it compares to the desktop version, or what the support for projects is like. The vodafone app almost has the same number of downloads as BOINC already. I’d guess that it will soon surpass it. It would be good if the vodafone app was able to capitalise on the no doubt large uptake it will see through brand recognition by adding a choice of projects you can use your spare cycles for.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=edu.berkeley.boinc&hl=en_GB

https://boinc.berkeley.edu/projects.php

I would not suggest to anyone that Vittoria Voyager Hyper is a good commuting tyre. 7 punctures in 8 months? Jog on! Previous rubber gave ~1 in 12 months. I’ve now gone nuclear with some Marathon+. Couldn’t give a toss about the weight difference.

I once snapped a laptop’s motherboard running with it in a bag. Avoid if you can!

stevedoc, I am definately getting some protection on them! Both on the ends for strikes as well as faces for rub. I had it suggested to me that the bike would come with them (as well as tubeless valves) but I guess I’ll find out tonight what the deal is.
I would be tempted by a reservoir’d shock but suspect that there’s definately no way to get a cage in the front tringle with one fitted. I haven’t used a bag for years on my regular routes and won’t be going back, so that sort of settled things. I have read about the lack of progression in the stock set-up however, so will have a fiddle with the shock almost immediately I should think.

mboy, thanks for the insight on cleaning agents. I have Fenwicks and tried to find some pH info or the MSDS but haven’t managed yet. Any impression of how it performs?

Thank-you for the replies, all, and your detialed response, stevedoc.

It’s encouraging to hear that bearings on these newer models seem to be better on the longevity fornt, even if the design is broadly similar to that employed in the past.

I’m aware that the geometry of this bike is relatively extreme and as such it responds best to an active riding style, as well as steeper and rougher terain. My current bike is a smaller and steeper bike. Whilst it is really good in the situations it’s designed for (and pedals really well) I’m finding my preferences shifting, so I thought I’d try something a bit bigger this time around. I’m slightly wary of the low BB and carbon cranks though. It’ll be interesting to see how the two go together.

toomba, I am collecting my G-160 from Winstanleys later tonight. Mediums seem to be in stock:
https://www.winstanleysbikes.co.uk/product/80778/Whyte_G160_RS_275inch_2017_Bike

One of these, or similar, slipped down each sock?:

https://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/p/lifesystems-reusable-hand-warmers-E7344049.html?colour=6980&gclid=CjwKCAjwo4jOBRBmEiwABWNaMaRBG650wF-CTbmnQYHHllgpcWuFQLJtayjGAhFLInhYDkrchMDc-hoCiO4QAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

Might need a few, then ‘recharge’ them all at home?

Spotimc was mentioned in a recent TrustedReviews article for legal addons:

http://www.trustedreviews.com/news/best-kodi-addons

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didn’t really work for me. Some very very impressive driving and fabulous work on the damping on that suspension but hugely dull video

Think this was shown in the GIF’s thread? What I call a drop test:

wwaswas – Member

If you have 3 cards in your wallet how do you know which one is going to be charged when you wave it at a machine?

Although less minimal than a number of suggestions put forward a bi-fold card wallet almost allows this. One contactless card in each side allows the one required to be flopped on to the machine needing it, with the other beyond range. Notes can be held in the middle of the fold too, where they are more easily accessible than folded up inside a non-bifold slim wallet. I’ve not had a problem with them falling out unexpectedly either.

Mountian Equipment holdalls are robust, lockable and always on offer at Cotswold across a range of sizes.

http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/?fuseaction=products.search&query=subsite%3D%26fh_refpath%3Dff907de5-2bf9-4d7b-9799-bc7afb8bc99c%26fh_view_size%3D30%26fh_refview%3Dsearch%26devicetype%3Ddesktop%26fh_reffacet%3Dproduct_type%26store-region%3Duk%26fh_location%3D%252f%252fcatalog01%252fen_GB%252f%2524s%253dmountain%255cu0020equipment%255cu0020bag%252fcompany_in_web%253e101%252fvisible_cw%253d1%252fproduct_type%253e%257brucksacks_luggage%257d

If it has to be the mile then Mughli (#16) or Ziya (#21)? Hopefully better than the usual “red or yellow?” offerings down there.

http://www.restaurantsofmanchester.com/top10.htm

If you can travel through the middle of town then Akbars, up by the MOSI. Massive Naan on a tree!

http://www.akbars.co.uk/manchester

Standard car brake ‘n’ clutch type cleaners aren’t suitable, as they will leave a residue as you’ve found. Car brakes get hotter, faster and so do not suffer like those on bikes.

Isopropyl alcohol aerosols are avaialble from a variety of sources e.g.:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/SERVISOL-ISOPROPYL-ALCOHOL-400ML-AEROSOL/dp/B007JV7DDU

I’ve used £1/bottle Wilko methylated spirits for years with no problems.

Brentacre sorted me out for my old van too. It was unmodified barring a door window and 2x seats bolted in to the rear.

Thanks for the feedback, warns 74. To hear of no problems with the sole or buckle is encouraging!

Have you any further comments on these shoes, richmtb? I am looking for some new shoes and initially liked the look of these but have read/listened to some discouraging reports of the cam bockles breaking, ratched strap popping loose and the soles splitting/otherwise coming away.
Terraduro’s, Crossmax XL’s and 2FO Cliplites are also on my potentials list.
Cheers

tomd, Sony do not advise the Z5 as waterproof anymore! The fragility of the screens is also something I’ve seen questioned?

http://www.techradar.com/news/phone-and-communications/mobile-phones/don-t-take-your-waterproof-xperia-z5-underwater-says-sony-1304163

http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/products/phones/xperia-z5/

* The Xperia Z5 is waterproof and protected against dust, so don’t worry if you get caught in the rain or want to wash off dirt under a tap, but remember: all ports and attached covers should be firmly closed. You should not put the device completely underwater or expose it to seawater, salt water, chlorinated water or liquids such as drinks. Abuse and improper use of device will invalidate warranty. The device has Ingress Protection rating IP65/68. For more info see http://www.sonymobile.com/waterproof. Note the Xperia™ has a capless USB port to connect and charge. The USB port needs to be completely dry before charging.

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huckersneck – Member
There are many updates to that camer, wolfenstein, up to the 80806 now?

what do you mean updated? I assume you got one… can the GPS logger be deactivated?…I’m GPS data shy [/quote]

Mother of God! I apologise for the terrible spelling etc. in my post.

I don’t have one of these cameras but kept an eye on them for a while, as I generally move towards getting one. I seem to remember that the GPS capability was in the mount rather than the camera itself? So you can therefore choose what capabilities you want in your system.

There are many updates to that camer, wolfenstein, up to the 80806 now?

At that sort of price why not just get two, one for the front & one for the back?

Build a decoupled wall? The below image gives the general idea, with double boarding etc pottential for use in addition.

I’m interested in a comprehensive answer to this question toom, as I’ve now a need for servicing both BB types.

Park state that the RT-1 will do PF30 removal. PF30 caters for 30mm chainset axles. BB86 has a narrower bearing cup diameter so I’d expect the RT-1 to ‘shrink’ to fit but of course a narrower chainset axle accommodation at 24mm.

Is the shaft of the RT-1 <24mm? Might an owner be able to get a tape measure/verniers on their to confirm? It would be much appreciated!

Bose Soundtouch 10 is what we’ve just got. The sound is impressive, albeit slight boomy on the bass end, but usability is good. Preset buttons on the top mean that you can just push a button to get going, unlike the Sonos 1 which was the rival we considered. Works over wifi or wired network with the phone acting as the controller, so if it is set playing internet radio you can leave the room/go out of normal bluetooth range and return withou the sound stopping. Also does bluetooth and 3.5mm aux in.

Pretty sure a Halfrauds high mount rack worked on my dad’s ’99 turbo, before he switched to a towball mounted affair.

http://www.halfords.com/cycling/bike-racks/rear-mounted-bike-racks/rear-high-mount-3-cycle-carrier

That speedway rider is badass!

The older B&D workmates such as that below were better, with their cast aluminium rather than pressed parts. Very stiff & adaptable, with a good wooden working surface.
The one pictured & that for sale aren’t mine, which I doubt I’ll ever get rid of it. It’s seen many years use by my Granddad & will hopefully keep going for a lot longer.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Black-and-Decker-Workmate-/172007409480?hash=item280c70c748:g:dyEAAOSwys5WUiCT

Turn down the head diameter on a standard bolt to fit your application? This approach is working well for 2x linkage bolts on my full suspension bike, as the OE offerings from the manufacturer are both poor quality and outrageously expensive. It’s a compromise though and has its disadvantages, as plyphon suggests.

Considering the following article, and as you’re movinng things between SSD’s, that maybe seems a mite slow:

http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/gigabit-ethernet-bandwidth,2321-7.html

Can’t help with the why though unfortunately.

dawson, will this do?

Big fan of my Mountain Equipment holdalls, available in various sizes. They’re always on discount too.

http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/mountain-equipment-wet-dry-kit-bag-40l-65110006?id_colour=
http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/mountain-equipment-wet-dry-kit-bag-70l-65110083?id_colour=3409
http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/mountain-equipment-wet-dry-kit-bag-100l-65110085?id_colour=4425
http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/mountain-equipment-wet-dry-kit-bag-140l-65110105?id_colour=3633

Some videos I found helpful here:

https://www.youtube.com/user/tommystradesecrets/search?query=stud+wall

Useful to see things being done even if you later realise you’d prefer to do things slightly differently to suit your situation.

If you like those videos there are others on the channel for different tasks worth watching also.

Mine takes 229.3 MB spec, with 0w40 Mobil 1 being preferred apparently. 7.5L of the stuff. Not a cheap grade to buy and not a convenient quantity either! Better to take advantage of bulk buying power of the local specialist at the volume I reckon.

http://www.cancer.org/cancer/cancercauses/othercarcinogens/athome/cancer-warning-labels-based-on-californias-proposition-65

Hammock? Either a leisure style garden jobber or lightweight camping type.

Use a desk fan to waft air over your washing. At ~50W this must be more energy efficient than just making your clothes hot?