AHWiles, I agree, but I find that is because having the outside foot forward allows me to get my hips rotated in line with where I want to point the bike.
A technique I refer to as Fatnacker bum steering after a lesson or two from the big lad himself, (Not Nathan Rennie) Craig Fatnacker smith of Singletraction. and Team Fatnacker.

v8ninety – lol
its obvious, they will offshore the work.
when I say they I mean the Chinese :)

All trains should have a driver, and they should be paid what they can agree with their employers.
But I think the systems managing the trains should be improved to ensure running on time 100%.

Hell Yes.
When out on a North Leeds ride, Its good to stop off at Mac Ds for a refuel.
It dosent matter if youre putting 25 miles in, in tight woodland singletrack, you can eat what you like.

I find in situations like this that my friends questioning my sexuality usually does the trick.

Or alternatiely if someone else manages to ride the section then you can see how easy it in fact is.

wtf is this thread about?

the OP is going over the bars through poor technique.
it has **** all to do with his “fork dive”

learn to ride the bike with more weight through your feet.
keep your body low, bend your arms more, flat back, etc etc.

give your bike to someone who is better than you – watch them ride the section and you’ll realise its your technique.

There’s a ghost in my house!

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-562980/Foreigners-asked-produce-cash-hospital-beds-crackdown-health-tourists.html

here is an article on the health tourists.
I know its the Daily Mail and Im taking it at face value, but does it suggest the the Trusts decide how to apply charges etc, not a common policy on charging etc.

Is it basically up to the hospital to decide what services are available and how to implement the charging mechanisms?

TJ
Fair point and yes its free at the point of service.

But does it also cover foreign nationals.
I remember a report about the hospital nearest to Heathrow charging foreign nationals for treatment as there was a problem with I cant remember the correct term, something like sickness tourists.

I dont want to drift too far off track, but is there a limit to the service?

Im not disagreeing with the need for translation, but question whether the onus should be on the individual to pay/provide when in a country that you dont speak the language.

TJ – totally agree

I like the pragmatic approach.
but the question is should the NHS pay for the external services of a minority of people who cant speak the language of the doctor.

Maybe its a race issue, or a nationalist point of view, but its a lot of money being spent on a service.

I meant TJ
I just dont feel it should be a blanket free service.
As I dont see it as the role of the NHS.
They stick to fixing people, we use their services.
If I dont understand what the doctor is saying then I arrange a translator, if I cant afford one, or dont have a relative/friend who can help, then I ask for help. Then the NHS can provide one.

Certainly not a race issue.
Same with a Taxi, I have a broken leg and need to get to hospital, I cant get a friend to take me and cant afford a taxi, should the NHS provide that service?

I dont think it should be a free service in all cases.

But its just a view point

I see what you are saying.
But disagree with you on this

TJ
I dont see how race is a factor for not learning the language of the country you live in.
I can understand where foreign nationals who are visiting dont speak English, and often people who are not UK born citizens will not be fluent.
But a UK born citizen I would expect to know English.

So maybe its not a racist issue, more a matter of nationality and that then I dont think the NHS should foot the bill in all circumstances.

Maybe if the service were provided at a cost and there were circumstances where the cost could be waived in the case of poverty.

Its tricky and similar to the taxi thing.

Some people on here have had need of a taxi to get to/from hospital and that service is available but have chosen to pay themselves.
What if translation was a service that could be provided for a fee, then some people would take up the service others may make arrangements themselves.

My point is would this save money to the NHS without compromising service. and not be considered racist.

TJ
its not a stupid statement, just a reflection of what I see in other countries around the world.
The question is where do we draw the line, or should we not draw the line and provide everything free.
Its a difficult topic.
Again you are talking about discrimnation, and I dont follow your argument.
Ethnicity and knowledge of a language are not the same.

woody good point on the taxi thing, I still cant understand where the NHS draws the line.
and any free offer will be abused by some and not used by others who maybe should use the service.

They wouldnt get inferior service,
But would need to pay for a translator.

A comment earlier said that if in an EU country and you needed a translator that service would be provided and charged to the NHS via E111.
I think that makes sense.

so in the scheme of things translators and taxis are small change.
But still we all have an opinion.

Still think there should be some charge for translators.
I just dont see it as the job of the NHS to provide this.
(it may help in the handling of the patient, but its not part of the treatment and thats where the NHS should concentrate its funds.)
In my non-racist opinion.

singletracksurfer are these people getting taxis paid for by the NHS?

is it a service only afforded to the poor or is it a general service?

I dont want to get in to a debate on racism, just wanted to garner opinions on NHS costs and where it should draw the line,
The BBC put out a statement that on first reading to me, thought what a waste of money.
fortunately there are one or two people on here that can make a reasoned comment that has made me think further on the issue.

Im still unsure on many things with the NHS, I have my op tomorrow and think the NHS is wonderful and rubbish at the same time.
MY GP is a **** who misdiagnosed my condition, the Bradford Royal are legends, and they have a lot of race issues to deal with.

however back on track I am interested in reasoned arguments on where NHS costs can be saved.

“How about the granny with poor mobility – how is she supposed to get to the hospital?”

Seems to be a question of whether she has relatives with money and time, or not.

but Im just concerned with where the NHS draws the line.

A problem with translators is that operations are cancelled or delayed if for example they have wandered off to get lunch, or get to the hospital late, seems like a lot of money is being paid out and the NHS seems to be getting the bill more and more.

oldnpastit, if you cant contribute and say you cant be bothered, then why put a comment like that up.
seems odd.
Opinions are freely expressed and that is why I put the post up.
Not to get a solution.

who is being racist?

the bearing should sit proud of the frame on an integrated headset.
The headset top cap should then over lap this.
A standard headset top cap wont, so Id check a different headset first.

Mulletus how did you do that?

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this mine still going strong.

pissed, bored, stupid, – enough reasons?

Ade

get in touch im workin on some designs with a friend and may be able to use your services, whats you knowledge of working with carbon?

It’s hard working in a bike shop, a lot harder than working in IT, but far more rewarding, and more enjoyable.
for me anyway.
the money isnt as good, and I ride more when in the shop, my circle of friends is better, customers, staff, and old friends all become a part of the same social scene and I love it.

Im always thinking of things to do, like events, the team, our own range of products, how to promote the shop, how to improve efficiency in the shop, what stock to keep, ride locations, organising rides, helping customers with skills and fitness etc, trail building, trying to go big on descents, groups to ride with, making sarcastic comments on forums etc, supporting charities, watching kids go nuts when their dads get them a nice bike, its ace.
dealing with thieves, burglars, con artists, stroppy customers isnt fun, but basically its been the best part of my life and I hope it continues.

Lol at all the venting of spleens over tax evasion, yet how many times are people on here asking for advice on how to avoid import duty for buying kit abroad.

no worries i thought i was getting cramp, turns out its a kidney infection.

if you take a week off riding and do no physical activity, you need to check if you get any swelling of the ankles. if so then you will need to see a doctor.

sounds like a kidney problem, and you could be retaining fluid which is stopping good blood flow in the legs, its not to be confused with cramp.

im riding a kinesis maxlight xc130 at moment with a fox float 140 and its sublime, and its green

my collar bone was a lot worse than my humerus, that was just awful.

I broke the ball at the top of my humerus whilst dislocating it in a crap fall.
but was ok riding the road bike carefully after a couple of weeks
all ok now, but took a year to get full range of movement back

well I’d like the country to clear its debpts, in the same way I want to clear my overdraft and loan.

I think its prudent to clear the debt.