Some strange comments above.Who cares if the BBC show it? ITV 4 do a great job…one of the television highlights of the year…and they screen higlights of TDF.

Great thread! Plenty of the above novelty/comedy acts,were never any good..

There are some lazy feckers out there…

I’ve got a P7. As long as I can ride,it will not be sold.

Had regular surgery on mine…with mesh. Had the operation in a posh,Private Clinic,courtesy of the NHS.Went home immediately after the op,a bit sore for a few days. Thankfully,there have been no repercussions.

There were a few at last week’s XC race at Hanchurch. They look great!

He’s a great rider,but one that I can’t warm to. It’s a massive blow to a series that is disappearing up it’s own orifice.
And as for the pointless GOAT debate,it has to be Kenny Roberts…..the Sheene/Roberts battle at Silverstone was my first GP.

Inspiring stuff! Great report and photos.

I’ve got one,love it. Can’t add much more than the above comments..I raced in a local XC today..I’m not a contender,but the bike didn’t hold me back. A confidence-inspiring bike.

…just a reminder that rivers are closed for Coarse fishing until June 16th. I enjoy lure fishing,but un-hooking Pike can be tricky for the inexperienced,better to go with somebody that knows what they’re doing…..and always use a wire trace.

:D to Tazzy.

MoreCash,Sangam’s is ok,good atmosphere,friendly service,large portions,but average food……but it is very close to The White Star and The Glebe,which are bothe excellent pubs…especially if you like real ale.

Technically,they’re not too difficult,even for an old dud like me,but you do need a reasonable level of fitness to cover the full distance.

Just for you ,Tazzy

Newbey,Al Sheiks has been out of business for a number of years.A great shame,had some good nights there.

Nice bike,Paul…apart from the white hubs..

Nirvana in Hartshill(just outside Newcastle-under-Lyme).

Thanks for sharing.Inspiring stuff,I wonder if any of my mates would be up for it?

The Fireblade,600RR and back when I was riding…the NS400….Quite like the Integra Rs aswell…and the S2000..

The Sensational Alex Harvey Band,Trentham Gardens,1976…I wasn’t a fan,but all the older and cooler kids at School like ’em.
Seen lots and lots of bands since..

That’s my Summer collection completed…

Some strange folk about..Why would anybody worry(however slightly) by having Pigeons nesting in their garden ?

If the piston is pushing back,you need to let out some fluid.

Oh dear…will watch again later with sound..

Is Rossi just too old? Is the Ducati THAT shite ?….Not a thrilling race,but not quite the snore-fest that we generally slept through last season.
On a brighter note,well done to Cal. A fine effort!

Nice photos…I’ve got discs on my Cross bike…

Thanks Knottie,not watched a Trial for years….some of my mates have been buying Gas Gasses lately…

I’ve not been to any of the above,but I’ll take my chances with the drunk Welshmen and chavs over snobby types anytime. Thank you.

Mono Minis would be fine…I’ve got some…and some X2s. Just look for the newest that you can afford.

Didn’t the Judge that presided over her case,describe her as “evil” ? He should have been sacked. Stupid and/or irresponsible are closer to the mark.

Got Rons on my Cross bike,confidence inspiring and roll well.

Some lovely cars in this thread,but I’m with Kayak,I never aspired to car ownership,it was always bikes for me…and especially Ducatis. A local lad had a very yellow and very loud 450 Desmo. Then on my first visit to Mallory Park,I saw a black and gold 900 SS and was smitten. Never owned either of those,but had a 500 Pantah when I was 21. Ace!

A Focus is plenty big enough,we had a Punto when our kids were small and that was fine.Why waste money on another car?

I’m with Rusty Spanner…Loved The Smiths,but no hero worship from me..

Thanks for the advice,will give it a go.

My compact Olympus works fine….it’s driving me nuts!

Stoke-on-Trent -Born
Stoke-on-Trent -will die sometime in the future!

I have a Cotic X with discs front and rear. A lovely bike to ride.

50,enjoy my riding as much as ever.Had a 3 month lay-off a couple of years ago,but have probably improved slightly since my return..
I enjoy Winter riding ,as much as Summer riding…slip-sliding in the mud,barely in control,sharpens you up for the Summer.
Also treated myself to a Cross bike for me 50th. Great fun.