Like I say the chain might be just a tad too long, but I didn’t want to cut it too short as I’ve made that mistake before.
It was a half a link or so longer than the old one…

Camping area is usually huge at Catton Park
More than enough room

GX or XG…?

Found same cassette for £83 so may well be better sticking with SRAM then?

I thought it was an X1 one which seem riduclous at £150+ but a replacement one if these is only £80.
Still, more expensive than an xt one and it ain’t lasted

Im going to buy 8m of clear Gorrilla tape for a fiver and see what happens…..

Used to live there, MTB scene is rubbish in the local area, flat, muddy fields is all you’ve got to look forward too I’m afraid
Give North Yorkshire cycles a shout for the road scene.
Ended up driving to dalby more often as it’s only an hour away.
The trails at Sutton bank aren’t great either especially in winter!
May well be moving back there in a year or so, will have to buy a road bike I think!

29th April

Thomson carbon xc flats
730mm long, not sure on weight but lovely looking bar and feel just right

Does it all have serrated edges?

Seems so much cheaper.

+1 for the Lyons Coffee bags.

As good as without all the faff

My Medium 29er fits in a Mini One with the just front wheel off easily, takes 10 seconds…

No but I imagine if it didn’t work the effects would be worse

Yep, I’m entered and that’s why need accommodation/pod/caravan pitch etc

Late May

Yep been before with the caravan, didn’t make it up the hill and needed a tow.
Slightly embarrassing
think the owner said he wasn’t allowing caravans on site anymore…?
Seem to remember a large site on the opposite side of the road towards Peebles about 200m away…?

Yeah, the pods at Glentress are booked up when I want to go

Thanks, anywhere else that has pods/static caravans to rent?
Failing that we’ll bring our own caravan

Thanks for the answers.
I think I’m going to go with the 2×11.
I prefer XT to SRAM anyhow
Also it’ll be easier/cheaper to convert to 1×11 if I’m not happy than having to go the other way.

Hi, I am a Level 4 Master PT, Strength and Conditining Coach, nutritionist etc etc….
Also a XC/Marathon MTB racer with 10 years experience
If you want any advice or guidance I’m happy to help.
Email in profile

Using MK2 protection for the last few months
Put them on for winter and they’re ok.
I don’t think they particularly excel at anything, but the roll ok, there’re ok in mud, and they seem pretty tough and are lasting well.
Size wise I think there’re about right for a 2.2.
I only bought them cause they were cheap, (about £25 each),TR tyres with a fair bit of grip that would last the winter to save wearing down a set of X kings/Race kings again

Thanks, that’s a great help.
By olive I guess you mean that metal bit on the end?

Distance – 3526 miles
Time – 355 hours
Elevation – 255,696ft
Rides – 241

Not too bad considering having 2 jobs, 2 kids and a house renovation lasting all year.
Here’s to 2017 and more hours/miles/riding

Starting my new job
Having more money
Finishing my house renovation
A new bike
weekends away at bike events –
10 UTB, GT7, Mayhem, 10@Kirroughtree K101 etc etc
New car soon, maybe
A holiday in the sun next year, hopefully and
Bedtime!

Look at Inov8’s, I get mine from sports shoes.com.
They make really good shoes, for
Running, lifting etc, their range is pretty good

It’s just taken me best part of 4 months from application to offer.
And I still don’t start till early next year!
Some company’s don’t rush
If you can afford it, do it, but be prepared to wait

Got “the” phone call this morning….

I GOT THE JOB

I’m over the moon. notice gone in, 1 week to go and then
im on my extended christmas holiday, start new job some time in January
.
A Merry Christmas it will be!

Rab, had a Summit for 10 years and now a microlight, summit still going strong, just fancied another jacket
Awesome, good quality bits of kit,

So, just to update you all.
Second stage interview today…..smashed it again.
Went as well as I had hoped and I’m feeling well confident.

Should find out tomorrow or early next week. Either way notice is going in on Monday !
Cheers everyone

My Bro, PM me if you want his number.
He’s pretty busy though as you’d expect!

Sounds like my XT M8000 brakes at the moment.
Non returning lever then the brake just stays on.
Will be returning for a warranty replacement as it’s only 6 months old too.
I think it’s only £40 for a new lever but principle etc…

YES!!!!!!

Made it through to the next stage.
Over the moon.

Petzl, had a few over the years and used them all over the world.
Never let me down.

Well…. that was good, I think.
I answered all their questions with full, relevant answers and with a smile on my face and there was no horrible silences

Will find out by Friday if I’ve done well enough to go into the 2nd stage.
However the good news is they are looking for 2 people to fill the roles so I’ve doubled my chances…
Thanks for all the advice guys, just waiting for Friday now. In the grand scheme of things that’s nothing as I first applied for the job in August!!!!!
Oh, and there was no “weakness” questions” nor was the questions on anything else I’d prepared for, typical
I’m gona treat myself to a new bike if I get it too

Thanks for the advice so far guys, some good points up there ^

I think your supposed to imagine them naked….
Apparently it can help with nerves etc ?

Here’s mine, view from the sofa…
It’s a Aga Little Wenlock. Had it a year now, love it.
Plenty to heat our 12×12 living room

I bet it has, for now I’m happy with the way marked stuff.
Looking forward to another lap or two tomorrow!

Thanks guys, How far are we talking from the main gate to the trails?
Fancy doing the red route with my son whilst we’re there