Eric Bell
Scott Gorham
Brian Robertson
Gary Moore
Snowy White
John Sykes
Get the theme ?

Best response to to managerial rubbish I’ve ever heard was this (semi-disciplined services).
Subordinate in trouble v ‘Big’ Boss, usual tantrum subsided.
BB – ‘Have you anything you want to say to me?’
So – ‘Yes Sir. If I was to call you a ****, you’d put me on report for that as well ?’
BB – ‘Of course, that would be insurbordination’
So – ‘But if I was to think you’re a ****, there’s nothing you can do?’
BB – ‘I suppose not, no’
So – ‘Well Sir, I think you’re a ****’

1. Thin Lizzy – Live & Dangerous
I’d like to say I then bought London Calling, Never Mind the Bllx, or something cool.
Probably wasn’t though. Too long ago!

Stew, couldn’t agree more. Worse still are those spiders the size of 29″ wheels which are also due to reappear soon.

Same here in Hong Kong. Had some very close encounters with King Cobras. Short (8 sec) video (not mine, but I know the boys) here.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fsepg_bNQko

I just tell people that I’ve been painting the ceiling !

Thnx a lot for all your replies. I gather a balance bike is best, can you later put cranks on any of them? Also, and finally (!), can anyone recommend an on-line retailer? Your help really appreciated.

Awww, that’s cool. Thnx. I’ll need to speak my sister, ascertain suitability. Not having kids, it’s all very new to me.

You must realise you failed. Cold pizza is a poor imitation of cold kebab or curry

Jon, will u be using a smartphone ? App called radio cloud is great, all uk radio. Does suck the battery tho

To quote from that other thread, u should have followed up with ‘but my scrotum says otherwise’

Thnx Messiah, was just about to look for it. Couple of months in, it just gets better as I get used to 2×10 as well. Even the ti finish seems (to me !) to improve with use ?!

Rik, I’ve got one love it. I did open a thread with a few pics, sorry no time to search at the minute

AFAIK the seller will mark as gift of low value. Then suppose it’ll depend on HM customs

I’m in HK, should be no problem. HK is a duty free port, seller has no tax to pay, may be the cause of confusion

Oh yuk, you’ve got spotted dick ! :D

Slight hijack, sorry. I’ve a Alfine 8 model, anyone care to recommend a rear rack please. Love the bike, bought 2nd hand for a steal, btw

Agree, it’s all good stuff. Love the Camelbak as well, ideal for shorter rides

here you go (hopefully) snakes on a trail

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fsepg_bNQko

Snakes !! Big, poisonous things in Hong Kong. Look on the tube for ‘chi ma wan snake’, not my vid.. sorry no idea how to link it

:mrgreen: : meant to indicate green with envy !

What Tee said. Avid = when they are good they are very very good, but when they’re bad they’re horrible…

My two Heinz-ers loved cooked rice from tiny, and still do. Mix in whatever I’m eating, or a bit of canned food. No expert but works for me and the Mutts

Messiah, those 3 bikes look great.

I’m in Hong kong. A Chinese colleague asked me help him choose an English name, and phonetically from his Chinese name, Simon was a good choice. He came back from registration with his new identity card bearing the name Nomis.

Not YET !

Thank You all for the nice comments (and not a jibe at my patio ?!). The forks are dual position, 140 and 160, for most riding I’ve done on it thus far (3 rides only), 140 feels spot on. To br, yes, I agree, they are very very good (but then, having blown a sizeable chunk I have to say that !)

mangatank and PP,
excellent summaries. I am amazed at the bike. Had lots of bikes, never a ti frame, and never xtr flush. What have i missed through all the years ? Nevertheless, I am very, VERY happy

br, yes 16″…. oh here goes, rev forks, xtr everything, easton haven carbon bar, mavic slr wheels, hope clamp and stem, peaty grips… Cost a bit, but as i said, i’m lucky.

thank you, i’m of that age where it may be my last bike purchase. First impressions ? Bloody fast. Dunno if that is new frame or first bash at 2×10

Yes it has, Rolf Harris did the definitive version !?

Legal definition … ‘A person handles stolen goods if (otherwise than in the course of the stealing) knowing or believing them to be stolen goods he dishonestly receives the goods, or dishonestly undertakes or assists in their retention, removal, disposal or realisation by or for the benefit of another person, or if he arranges to do so.’ Theft Act 1968. From my experience, if you pay “fair value” then unlikely to face charges.
If, as someone said above, too good to be true, i.e. obviously ridiculously below value, then perhaps yes. However, in an auction, I believe it would be impossible to prove.

the phrase ‘spoiled for choice’ spring to mind ?! Send them an e-mail, clarify which model suits and then ask importer to get one ? All I can suggest really

Mike,
Returning a favour ! Don’t have any experience of them, but seem to have plenty of choice

http://www.srsuntour-cycling.com/dstore/products/Forks/3488/DUROLUX.html?intendenduse=enduro

Jon

I’ll tell you in a couple of weeks. O-O confirmed dispatch of my new 456 Ti Evo but will take 16 days to arrive in Hong Kong. It will be an entirely new build. Very excited.

‘Better than EPO’ … that made me snigger :D

Oh,
Found these on the Bay, but $30 – US ?

Jon

(Hope the link works)

http://www.ebay.com/itm/A2Z-Light-Pad-Axle-Pin-Shimano-XTR-M985-M975-Saint-M820-M810-XT-M785-M775-Brake-/320989820449?pt=Cycling_Parts_Accessories

BY and MWS,
Genuinely thnx. Split pin is a great bodge, at least an improvement on the cable tie i used to get home ! Not sure if the bolt comes with new pads, have to wait until next week when LBS reopens. Cheers both and I will order those suggested earlier just to see if they’re OK.
FYI, I blame human error (mine) for the loss

BigYinn,
I agree LOOKS right.. but ?? Chinese New Year in HK, LBS on hols, can’t really wait until March either

Oh hang on. Will that fit the newer 975 ? Looks right but not sure.
Again I am indebted to the STW greater knowledge

Jon