Some of the deluded nonsense on here today makes for depressing reading.

The police neglected their duty of care to the fans, that’s what they are there for, that’s what they are paid to do. They herded the fans into the pen with no consideration for their well being & as a consequence the police actions overcrowded that pen & were a major factor in the death of 96 innocent football fans, normal people enjoying a day out at the match. how is that hard to understand?

I honestly didn’t think Seashouses was bad, nowhere near as bad a Blackpool!

Heading back up to Northumberland for a whole week next week, cant wait, love the place!

Elan Pizza in Seahouses & lovely & great vfm Rascal, Id recommend.

Is Kielder the sensible mtb destination as i was considering a long over due return to Glentress or Inners???

I’m sure the gravy train will keep chugging :lol:

agent007 – Member
BMW 330d or 335d much nicer than the Octavia. If you like driving then I’d say buy the BMW.

Completely different price bracket

Superb Elegance with the 188 diesel engine (essentially the same as VRS) would be my choice for high mileage like yours, vrs might be a bit tighter on country roads but the refinement of the superb will be more noticeable on your longer journeys.

ransos – Member
You’re young, right?

34…

best manager Newcastle have had that i can remember in my lifetime, quite a catch…

tough ask to keep them up, they are in with a chance, id expect them to be a lot more solid at the back & at least have some tactics now! :D

EDIT: forgot about Sir Bobby RIP

oddly there was one parked outside my house yesterday presumably doing the (posh) school run with a DVLA Clamp on the front wheel…

same pony same tricks vol 8…

bit stale for me now tbh

I have one of these (from Gaynors) and would recommend, good kit!

that large dune is more like a medium in my book

EGO!! If it was worth more it would be more…

He could have given it to charity if he didn’t want it!

Depends on your local riding i guess but im running 120mm forks & would prefer 100mm, keep it sharp etc.

Id say a dropper is a must also :)

Let’s hope so…

Mikkel – Member
gardens/sheds/houses?

More to life than worrying about a cat in your garden…

very sadistic, no surprise if its someone with many issues that could later become a risk to the general public, hope the police are taking it seriously.

£25k Wheelchair?

none but the neighbours visits several times a day :-)

What have they been eating?

Good to know, thanks John, guess i should only worry about that once i get out & decide its for me :)

Are you still riding an On One Fatty John? What’s it like in the Pine woods?

Being in Crosby id imagine I’d ride similar area’s to yourself & I was originally waiting for a large Dune, this could be the instant answer!?

Bustaspoke – Member
We stayed here last weekend http://www.starbunkhouse.com/ We all liked the place & will visit again.

Weren’t up Pen Y Fan etc on Saturday were you?

If you have the shazam app you can use the explore section for a real time top 20 in your local area.

Shazam is mainly Radio & TV driven, the charts will most likely reflect your local youth radio listener more than anything.

Should you still wish to move it on im still interested & down this weekend :)

Im in Cardiff this weekend & fat curious, bike would appear my size looking at geo, have cash so if your flexible on asking price is be very interested. Also be great to see a pic or two of the bike!

Cheers

Cant imagine you will get a 330d estate for £12k & 5 years old, not unless it has crazy miles.

What’s wrong with DSG?

Having been a passenger in both a Octavian & superb I’d close the superb!

I have both types of pack, I didn’t buy the Lowe Alpine airzone based on its mesh back but simply based on comfort when trying on. Id agree when working hard in mild climates I struggle to feel any real benefit, I do however find it good in very cold conditions for helping regulate temps, odd I know but my experience.

Personally no issues when scrabbling with a mesh pack, but I travel light & I’m a big lad, personally I would go with comfort first & foremost.

There is no shortage of great brands, many listed above.

2 additional things I would consider,

Firstly the fit of garments, fit, cut, styling can vary a lot across brands, try before you buy, lots of outdoor shops, its not unusual to be between sizes across certain brands & find neither an ideal fit.

Secondly, the various technology, your spoilt for choice these days, various forms of gore-tex, e-vent, polotec neo Sheild for waterproofs, power stretch, power dry etc for a fleece base or mid layer, again look at them in the shops & try them on.

I would second a good pair of boots / gloves / hat at this time of year though!

Nobeerinthefridge – Member
Any shouts on decent approach trainers for 70 quid?, I need something a bit lighter than my boots.

I got some north face ones from Blacks in the sale although more for general use.

I’m a casual fan at most, bills my team though via family relations, nice final win!

Would love to see Carolina win it but feel they might come undone at the sharp end, could be a year where past experience really tells I think.

Montane Primino range is great & long fitting, lovely merino / polyester mix, I prefer it too 100% merino myself.

Reckon that could be a goner

Clear or coloured finish?

When is the large dune’s due?

peersonally I’d go again with a tour / guide & ride more new routes!

it was that bad my mate moved to Luton 8O :lol:

I’m not local but visited The White Rabbit earlier this year & thought it was great! Pizza & Ale!