Hi check this link out, there are loads of great Itallian recipes:

http://squisito-deli.co.uk/recipes.aspx

He said the sun was about 400 times bigger than the moon and that the sun is about 400 times further away from the Earth than the moon.

I have never been on a motorbike (as a rider or passenger) but I feel the same as you Peter, bikes are bikes and I am at my best when on one.

Thanks for taking the time to respond!
I have just found out that it's indoor – a place called Langar Karting & Quad Centre – near Nottingham (www.lkqc.com)

Thanks for the tips, I will read up on racing lines.

I think it's going to be a demanding day – karting in the morning, paint-balling in the afternoon then boozing followed by curry. Better set Sunday aside for recovery.

Thank you for your suggestions. Unfortunately I won't be taking a bike but will be making up for it with an Alps trip in September.

Try Fred Perry shirts. I am 5'8'' with a 42'' chest and the large fits my shoulders but is not too long.

Try using your teeth

Incisors at first. If there are any really stubborn pins, move around to your molars.

My folks also have a place on the Bodrum Peninsular – in a little village called Torba. I have been loads of times but never with my bike. There are a couple of old bikes out at the house – an old Marin I think – and I have taken the bikes out on the roads but have never ventured into the forests.
Next time I am there is there a local company that can offer guiding?

Gumushluk is great – especially Mimosa – one of the finest places to eat in the world!

Hi, this sound like such a good idea. Count Me in. .

I have been learning how to use an SLR with a Nikon film camera but it's an expensive process. Getting my first digital SLR in June for my 30th, would be great to pick up tips. Happy to do lots of riding too. The area is not too far from Nottingham – will be driving over & room in the car if anybody from the area wants a lift.

See the following link from earlier today:

http://www.singletrackworld.com/forum/topic/peaks-conditions-2

Mega Shark vs Giant Octopus

The woeful special effects make this a film not to be missed

There weren't any paedophiles when I was a lad, you had to buy your own sweets.

(Courtesy of Michael Mcintyre)

The Unthanks fit the bill – very soothing indeed.

I bought a pair of Da Feet Wooly Boolies a couple of weeks ago. They are brill, really warm – merino wool is the way forward.

I bought a Ribble Sportive Racing recently. It's a great bike but I could not reccommend Ribble Cycles in any way – my experience of them is poor.

The Planet X looks great – brill value.

My dad only had cool cars:

80's Ford Sierra Cosworth
Lotus Elite (looked like a fast, red, wedge of cheese)
Lotus Esprit

Shame he spoilt them by blasting out Chris Rea.

I had this last year. It started in November 08 and I was off the bike until March 09. I could not walk more than 50 metres without acute pain.

I visited a couple of physios before correct diagnosis. Treatment involved lots of stretching and a number of strengthening exercises. My best advice is to see a physio asap and get a professional, tailored solution.

Good luck

Porrige with dates and Canadian maple syrup, still warming my belly!

Thanks for the help!

I am not considering the top end groupsets – way out of budget. Looking at 105 / Ultegra level.

Great point about tool compatability – I already have a couple of Shimano specific tools (BB & Chainset) so that could save money.

Cheers for the advice.

29 – I sell a conference venue

Josef and Elisabeth Fritzl

Thank you for all the feedback, so many good experiences.

I am definately going to book one. Wickers World looks suitable, thanks neverfastenuff, they fly from Chatsworth which is only 30 mins away and I can pay for the missus and me in over installments.

Thanks once again.

Try the Temper Trap. Very good indeed.

Planet-X have a lovely carbon road bike with a full Ultegra groupset for£1000. Looks like great value for money and not so many of them around

I ordered mine on the 29th of September. It is in the psot but no sign yet.

Two peanuts walking down the street………..one of them was assaulted!

For what it's worth, I came across this link on a local MTB club website, it shows you how to service external shimano BB's and extend their life. I have not tried it yet but it seems straight-forward and worth a punt:

http://forums.mtbr.com/showthread.php?t=497220

Wilf's Cafe, Staveley

I think Merlin are the best in the country – not too far from Preston

I am going to throw a spanner in the works unfortunately. I have size 9 feet and I have Pearl Izumi road & mtb shoes in 43 (size 9) – the fit well.

I have ordered a pink 456 for the missus.

The frames are now on the On-One website for pre-ordder.

Kit Kat Chunkys are very disappointing. The original version is still the best biscuit in the universe.

Hi Rich,
Do you stretch after each ride? If not, I would strongly advise you to do so. If you have tight muscles, the knee cap can be pulled to one side during excersise causing pain. 5 minutes of stretching after your ride will really help.

I have never had a puncture. Am I now doomed?

mmmm………..banana and walnut cake!

I also had a voucher for £1000.00 and paid £50 + VAT

I use Halifax and they are very good. I had a bike stolen a couple of years ago and paid £2000 within a couple of weeks – great service.