I run DT Swiss RWS, went to fiddle the back wheel yesterday and the rear RWS had come very loose after only minimal riding. If I hadn’t of noticed it could have been nasty.

I read it as sickening shampoo rises (mild dislexia I think). Mildly disappointed it wasn’t about Vo5

That’s me in my new bib tights, how did you get that photo?!

Thanks, that should waste most of tomorrow!

Erm..for the uninitiated WTF is usenet and why do I want it?

Horrible people, horrible views. Does make me think though, cycling, in my limited experience anyway, does seem to be somewhat white dominated (if thats the correct terminology). Why is that do you think?

Computer could actually be considered an investment good in some cases!

Got to admit I have a soft spot for pheasant vindaloo

I was relegated to my brothers old rigid gt avalanche when I was building up a new frame. Similar spec to yours – and I really enjoyed riding that too! Maybe steel really is real.

got a bit stuck just cycling, it gave me a reason to swim and run on a regular basis and get some kind of balance.

Yep thats my reason, plus I want to push myself a bit more. Cheers for your input simon – food for thought.

Specialized?
Wrong forum?

That guy REALLY likes fire

I went the opposite way (170 to 175’s) and reckon initially I did notice the difference. A couple of weeks in though you adjust. Then again it could all be psychological

Ok great, thanks all for the advice. I’ll definitely look into the manchester triathlon club. Glad the bike is the main part as it gives me a headstart over a mate I’m going to be training with! Although he runs marathons :(
I’ll put that surfing websuit back in the garage now then!

Looks like I’ve got a run to look forward to after my bike outing tomorrow..

Thanks for the reply alwyn, lots of useful stuff there. What do you think a reasonable time scale would be to get into a position where I can attempt one would be? Just thinking it would be good to look for an event to focus on. I’m not looking to be competitive really, a respectable finish will do me fine!

re open water practice, what kind of places could accomodate me? I’m in Manchester if that helps.

Thanks again,

Joe

No.

new favourite thread. Lots of cheeses I have never heard of to try :@)

Maybe, but I’ll leave the beard

ooh just thought, goats with onion marmalade..nice. Eating now.

Ha ha! Even the pilkipedia icon made me laugh. Will check them out

Yep can definitely feel the ‘stageness’ but still find moments stupidly funny

irish galtee mmm
feta is nice too

port salut
stilton
good cheddar
paneer in a good curry
certainly not richard

Here free if your morals lapse

either that or it needs a good clean, oil, and reset tension in the cable

Yep, the thought did cross my mind!

You are probably right mathew, but my sister once ordered som gucci shoes for £0 and they turned up, so who knows

erm..I think I just ordered one, but it didn’t ask for any money??

Bonj looks to me as though CRC are completely within their rights to offer vouchers, and that it would make complete sense to allow you to use it off your purchase. Couldn’t you just cancel the order then re-order or has it already been dispatched?

None left in south manchester :(

Nice and snowy in south Manchester, still drifting down ever so slightly. Went out about half six this morn on the bike throught the woods, listening to Sigur Ross. Twas grand.

Yep DHB or Decathlon

I had to google ‘search engines’

Ha ha, I was just going to post this – thought my computer was deaded. So annoying but at least i am not the only one

lol! (Hate that phrase – although I actually did laugh! Blame beer)

Yep defo – I had to watch it twice tho to figure it out :)

Unlucky mate! On the plus side there is one in the sale if you would fit a small. Get a generous £0.01 off RRP too!

What frame was it?

It’s not all doom and gloom mate, my uncle was diagnosed about ten years ago with RA at about the same age as you. He still works a physical job (joiner)and blats about on his bikes (motor). Major change was swapping his sports bike for a harley. He shows no sign of slowing down. Think positive and watch the booze, with your family history and feeling a bit down it could easily escalate – bin there done that!

LOL at jester!