I just sicked a little bit.

I’d have bought a Transition Covert if I hadn’t picked up my Remedy for a bargain basement price.

I’ve been told the remap is worth doing. Where did you get it done and did it make much difference to mpg and insurance?

I have to say it drives waaaay better than I thought it would. Have to wait until Feb for delivery but the no VAT deal was too good to pass up.

I was thinking Chamonix would be a good bet as there is loads in town as well. Never done any riding round about though. I’ve been told it’s either super easy or super steep in Cham? Would prefer lift assisted XC with a bit of pansy gnarl downhill thrown in. Portes Du Soleil type stuff.

I bought a 2010 Remedy 7 in the sale. Then swapped over all my bits. Weighs 28lbs in 19.5 inch size. Spec here:

http://www.singletrackworld.com/forum/topic/my-new-do-everything-bike

It’s easy to do it yourself with some decent down cleaner in the bath. It’s drying you need to be careful with. Best to use an industrial laundrette style tumble dryer on the lowest possible heat.

You think that's sneaky you should see some of the surveillance vehicles.

Won't work as a commuter!?!?! I've installed hinges in the middle of the frame so I can fold it up and pretend it's an all-mountain brompton. Goes nicely with my brogues.

I was suprised at the weight as well, but it was done on proper bike shop scales. I was expecting about 30lbs, but everything I have replaced is lighter than the stock parts and the complete bike was supposedly 29lbs beforehand …

Currently for sale in the classifieds if anyone is interested

Quand je suis alle dans les Alpes Francaises J'ai porte des Kyle Straight knee pads. Mais si je faisais du downhill tracks je porterais un full face helmet et des elbow pads.

Boobies?

I've only been up there once but it is easily my favourite trail centre ride. The variation is superb. The top of that chute at the end of McMoab looks a lot steeper from the top though!

You can tell by putting the number in a website. Try googling magsys online codelook or something similar. If the number has been ported to a new provider it can take a little while to change but it's fairly accurate.

I'm on paternity leave now. My son was born 2 days ago and I plan to take 2 or 3 weeks hopefully. Can't afford the statutory pay though. Mum and Baby are doing great.

If you want bargaintastic what about the new on-one carbon scandal? Built up with whatever you like.

Atb gave me the same prices when I called. Shame they aren't doing a frame only by the looks of it.

Yeah they sent a flyer through the door the other day, but I've heard they can be troublesome. Anyone else got any suggestions?

Teej you are thinking of S.4 Road Traffic act, unfit through drink or drugs which relates to mechanically propelled vehicles cars, mopeds, lorries etc. A force medical examiner can give evidence that someone is unfit through drink or drugs in the same way a specially trained police officer can.

Pedal cycles are covered by entirely different legislation because they are powered by your legs. It's a good job the OP didn't get in the way of the van with his horse whilst pissed, because that's against the law as well.

It's very rarely prosecuted because most people are just told to get off and push home. The bike, not the horse.

You don't have to do any tests to give evidence of intoxication.

Just to clarify there is no power for the police to breathalyse cyclists, however police officers are classed as an "expert witness" as regards drunkeness and can give evidence as to any intoxication, no need to conduct sobriety tests or stick someone on a machine. A full collision report would have been completed as it involved a police vehicle. If you feel that the accident was the fault of the police driver then you are entitled to make a claim against them which would involve going to the small claims court or instructing a solicitor as you wouldn't be going through an insurance company.

Not wanting to give away any tricks of the complaining trade but you can always look at the format of the company email address then establish the name of someone important at the company. If names aren't listed on their website, companies house website is always a good place to start. Then send the boss a slighty more politely worded email attaching the original text. The last time I did this the company concerned went from unhelpful and combative to bending over backwards and extending some of the best customer service I have ever experienced.

Upper street, Shoreditch/Old Street, City

Smithfield isn't that great but a stones throw from Shoreditch. Captain Kidd in Wapping is nice but not much else down there.

Was fine on the black at Kirroughtree. He runs Fox 36's which are what Yeti recommend I think.

Friend of mine has one and he seems to like it. Prefers it to the 575 he had previously as far as I can tell. Did Kirroughtree and Glentress on it as well as an uplift day at Innerleithen. I only had a quick blast on it, but it felt great. Big hefty bike though.

It's a great bike for a great price. If you have the spondoolies then why not?!

Coffee and Boobies!

Sorry it was way too grown up for me. I'll get my coat.

I've got a set of Red Pro 2 on white Stans Arch rims from Moonglu. Been great so far.

I always thought the awesome crashes were the only reason anyone watched?

Lizard skins charger lock-on grips. Wear a set of knitted mittens if you want, those grips won't hurt your delicate mains et doigts. Oh and MTFU 😉

I did an uplift day at Innerleithen on a five inch trail bike. The bike was fine, but I ended up in hospital after stupidly coming up short on a double. I'm sure the Orange frame and suspension will be fine, but just pay attention to the tyres and brakes you are using.

Cafe des amis du Mexique is very nice. Especially the duck fajitas.

This is probably easier to follow

Spent Convictions

I originally got involved to try and help the OP. I shouldn't have got anymore involved, but I've just come off nights and my brain has been scrambled.

+1 PRO 2 on Flow rims. Bargain.

Good luck Wrightyson. If I see a blue digger on my travels I'll be sure to check it out 😉

I'm not missing the point at all. Which is why I suggested that the police should become better at managing peoples expectations, in addition to working harder to meet peoples needs. As you rightly point out, this is an issue in all areas of public service.

The reason I reacted to your post in the way I did, is because you were clearly suggesting that I wouldn't have dealt with it in the same way if I was dealing with a member of the public. Which is wildy innacurate and personally insulting. I take great pride in the work I do and the help I have provided to many people on innumerable occassions. That's why I get a little wound up when you were referring to me as an individual and suggesting I was part of a corrupt system.

Glenp – police priorities are governed almost entirely by the Home Office and central Government. Although the shift back to a focus on neighbourhood style policing is an effort by senior officers to redress this.

Can I just re-iterate my original point, where I was actually trying to help the OP. Call your nearest police station or the switch board and ask to speak to the duty officer or duty sgt for your area and explain the situation and that you feel you have had substandard service. They can and will make sure it gets sorted.