Nice. But from now on let’s count ones that made production only 😉 .

Wonder why that one never did make production though?!

Yeah I only did D2D once but loved it. It was one of the bone dry years! So if this new event will be any good sounds like it’s anyone’s guess really.

Sweet thanks Stumpy! It’s now on my calendar.

I would have thought these kind of photos would make you feel worse and not better?? I’d have to be getting my mind off it and on to something else!
Anyway heres a few of mine 😀 .

Bump. Can anyone compare it to Fat Burger outside the UK?

I see it only opened in Camden in June so that explains that.

I see it only opened in Camden in June so that explains that.

Can anyone compare it to the ones in Canada? It looks like a franchise but is the menu the same and the quality as good?

Thanks.

Had the one in Bristol and really liked it. Not cheap (about a fiver for the burger I think), but tastes really good. The meat seemed good quality and I liked all the options.

However, I think Fat Burger wipes the floor with it! Way better IMO.

Yeah just the basic Virb. Not the new XE or whatever it’s called.

So I’ll try install Windows 10? That might solve part of it? Yeah I just wanted to watch some of Crankworx. Might try finding it on a different website.

AVG?

I have to reduce the quality too 540

I have it at 240!

So might be the Redbull site? If its a case of cheap laptops being crap, then I’ll save up for a better one.

Cheeky bump.

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and a k-edge out front mount that wasn’t so good as it veers around too much

Anyone know of any decent handlebar mounts then?

Anyone got footage of the camera mounted on the side of a full face?

Cheers.

Right. Dual ply tyres, dropper post, 200mm discs, frame protection, spares.

Yeah I imagine a dropper is key!

Good to hear a huge mix of bikes though.

Been to the alps before?

Yeah a week in Morzine 12 years ago. Did Iron Bike two years ago, so a few 3000 metre descents. Spend about 6 weeks riding the bike park in Whistler too, so I know about arm pump lol 😆

GavinB does it still feel balanced with 140 up front? Not compromised at all?

Good to hear Gav.

Probably no right or wrong.

Are you going for a 51mm offset fork?

Not sure tbh. Ive spent most my time on XC race type bikes (apart from 6 weeks on a DH bike in Whistler), so I imagine non offset might be best for me, apart from 6 weeks on a DH bike in Whistler. Any suggestions there?

Right. Didn’t think that would make a huge amount of difference? 10mm extra travel is about 3-4 mm extra BB height maybe? Mainly concerned with steering characteristics.

What fork travel up front are people running??
I’ve preordered a 16 frame, thinking of a Pike up front with either 130 or 140 travel. I think the bike comes specced with 130, but I’m tempted to try the Megavalanche next year, so leaning more towards 140. I know the Scout etc might be a better bike for the mega, bla bla, but I think the smuggler would be a better all round weapon for the kind of riding that I do. And that fact that I already have two 29ers 😆 .

Cheers!

So any disadvantages of having a VIRB over a gopro in terms of campatability with different mounts etc?

I just turn mine on at the start of a ride and record everything, when anything interesting happens it’s usually too late to turn it on or I forget

How does that work with storage space and battery life? Can you keep it on for a whole 3 hour or so ride?

I’ll just want it to film the odd mtb ride or ski session, probably only use it if I think I’ll be riding something interesting.

Cool beans.

So is there parking and bike wash up in Glyncorrwg or do I need to park in Afan?

Brechfa is probably an extra 40 mins drive or so though 😮 . I do like the Raven trail though.

Right. By the sounds of that, looks like Afan it is then!

So it looks like you can ride Blade and ad on part of the old Skyline if you like.. going by that link! Anyone know what length those two put together would be? Can’t see any distance for that on there. Cheers.

Bugger. I really liked Skyline. Can anyone confirm it’s gone?

They do make very nice looking watches. Would be a shame if they just didn’t function very well. Or maybe it’s just a case of bad luck.

Nicely spotted about the font!

How long you get out of a battery? I’d expect at least a year.

You aren’t a fan then fourbanger?

Good idea Suggsey.

That watch usually retails for about 350 pounds. Sale price is usually no more than about 30% off.

So moving on, it looks my accommodation will now be in Cheltenham. Not sure of exact address yet but should be finalised tomorrow.

Anyone fancy a spin anytime this week from Thursday to Sunday? Looks like I already have 4 days off and I’ve barely even started.

Also, recommendations on a local bike shop? Cheers.

Roads there safe enough?