Also included a link for donations to support his family, he was a Yorkshire lad that emigrated to NZ.

Only time I ever go now is when I take my nephew.

Boardman Team FS – these seem to come up within budget, 27.5 and 140/130mm ish of travel if I’m not mistaken.
I’m selling my cannondale trigger soon but need to hold onto it for now as using it for Ard Moors.

I met the guy that was ‘flying’ this a few months ago.

I’ve not had any experience of running an oval ring. Heard mixed reports but as it’s a relatively cheap upgrade it’s worth a punt so you can make your own mind up.

How are your brakes? Bigger rotors?

Yeah looked at the smart hotel and it was coming in at €100 per night, think we must have got some sort of deal. We flew into an airport further afield so transferred by bus which was quite reasonable in the scheme of things…

Went in February and stayed in ‘Smart Hotel’. Clean, modern but our room was very small. Wasn’t really an issue for us as it was just used to sleep in, the rest of the long weekend we were out exploring.

Great pics, you certainly had the weather.

I’ve let my ticket roll over but might be in Borneo so hoping for a later Aug date so I can still take part.

It sounds like more of a positive if the buyer is travelling as they are likely to be genuine.
A mate recently sold his BMW M5 and as he could face tyre kickers, test pilots and potential thieves he took a hit on the price and sold it to we buy any car.

Tried the on one helmet and found it to be far too warm for me. My friend I passed it onto doesn’t seem to mind it.
Managed to get a good deal on a Bell Super and find that works for me pretty well.

This is exactly what kids should be doing…. love it.

Aye thought it was bike discount. Keep checking in myself to see what’s on offer.

The market is saturated with Boardman Team FS’s, 650b version can be had for as little as £350 which takes some beating.

Good on you. Nice to hear no grumbles, I like to have a BBQ and a ‘few’ beers in the garden twice a year and the neighbours are pretty good. I like to think I’m an ok neighbour for the rest of the year and help people out which gives me a bit of a pass. I’d tolerate neighbours doing the same too aslong as it’s not every weekend.

I’ve ruined far too many rides in the past by being hungover, these days if I’m riding I’ll leave the booze as value my time on the bike.
One mate used to get away with hangover but I recently rode llandegla with him and the effects of the alcohol really showed on the ride (him not me).

I’m interested in the base model Spectral, seems great value but this thread follows the theme of other stories I’ve read. Some good some bad.
Was planning on demoing one at Ard Rock too.

I’m selling a med cannondale trigger at the moment if it’s of interest, 2015 bike that has been well used but also well maintained. If you want any further details drop me an email.

£700 should go a bit further one we approach winter, just depends if your friend can hang on.

Another vote for the TR, had mine a few years and still enjoy riding it. Great after sales service too which will be hard to come by from any other manufacturer or shop.

A few of us have just bought one of those event shelters between us. Not really tested in yet in any real weather.

When the straw is ejected it requires time to dry and lose moisture before it can be bailed to prevent the nails from rotting. That’s my guess anyway.

I think you already have your answer but been.running 2 brand x posts for over 2 years now with no issues.

Ebikes

You can check to see if the seller has read your message. The message will have an envelope next to it until it’s been read.
You can also reveal the sellers phone number on some ads. You may have more success text messaging or calling.

Pay day later in the week so will certainly donate then.

Another vote for Boltby Bash, great laidback feel to the event and everybody seems friendly enough.
Only done the Gisburn round of the PMBA but it was a steady enough ride and again lots of friendly folk.

I too have lately started taking less kit on rides however I’d always take a pump and tube out at minimum in a hip bag. Over the past few years I’ve probably given away more tibes to fellow cyclists than I’ve used myself.

Brand X also have a 2x/3x lever…

https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/mobile/brand-x-ascend-lever-kit-paddle-2x-3x-gears-/rp-prod150119

Now that they have reopened camping tickets you could just buy a nights camping and use it to park your car if required.

They think that all the camping pitches will be full but if you are lucky enough to get one on the day the price increases to £10pppn.

Anything… just pump em up rock ard…..

Theres no rush to get to each stage so dont rush and push the bike if you have to. Steady away and enjoy it.

I’m in Bradford but will keep an eye out.
I saw an ad on gumtree a few weeks ago for a full suspension rocky mountain ebike and the seller had ‘lost’ the charger….. £900!

T&C’s.

6.1 Transfers – Entries may be transferred in to another name up to 5 weeks before the first day of the event. Transfers can not be processed after this date. Transfers will incur an administration fee of £15 per transfer. You can not transfer between races that are full.

6.2 All entries are sold with a £25 non refundable deposit. You may withdraw your entry up to 5 weeks before the first day of the event. Cancellations after this date are not possible. Most travel insurance policies will cover your tickets if you are unable to attend at short notice due to reasons out of your control.

The one I linked cannot be switched, the giant one linked above can be done pretty easily.

Just for reference as the 30.9s are out of stock here…

https://www.highonbikes.com/brand-x-ascend-ii-external-mtb-dropper-seatpost-125mm-drop.html?ps=MjAyPTM5MDI=&gclid=CjwKCAjwmtDpBRAQEiwAC6lm4-f-_Dd68N1MzOEj_SER0CofQb7FoQe4jWdByuuLD4y4PsV4YAYxuRoCAEwQAvD_BwE#202=3902

Flying? Croatia is nice. Especially some of the islands just off split.

West Yorkshire Info, should imagine theres not a huge difference between areas.

Stages & Key Dates

Have a look on the fire service resources thread… you’ll soon work out who the firefighters are.