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- Tue Jun 15, 2021 11:12 am
- Forum: Anyone playing out?
- Topic: Gower July 24th?
- Replies: 142
- Views: 24320
Re: Gower July 24th?
Ace. Looking forward to it.
- Tue Jun 08, 2021 4:14 pm
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: New Alpkit Bikepacking Bags
- Replies: 39
- Views: 3094
Re: New Alpkit Bikepacking Bags
Slightly different view from a design perspective (so for anyone who's ever had their designs copied this is for you). I use to design and sell motorsport setup products. One design got copied by a very large motorsport company. Initially I was a wee bit miffed! Pondered sending letters, speaking to...
- Tue Jun 08, 2021 10:35 am
- Forum: Anyone playing out?
- Topic: Moors One Hundred 2021
- Replies: 106
- Views: 22006
Re: Moors One Hundred 2021
I've just signed up for this. Remember Burty saying how good it was. Looking forward to some chilled riding and beers
- Fri Jun 04, 2021 11:21 pm
- Forum: Anyone playing out?
- Topic: B150
- Replies: 51
- Views: 13423
Re: B150
I'd be up for this. No preference on dates, unless it clashes with something in the calendar
- Fri Jun 04, 2021 8:34 am
- Forum: Anyone playing out?
- Topic: Gower July 24th?
- Replies: 142
- Views: 24320
Re: Gower July 24th?
I could be tempted
- Tue May 25, 2021 5:36 pm
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: HT550 2021
- Replies: 637
- Views: 70151
Re: HT550 2021
Any bothy or bothy type shelter was off the cards. Only to be used in an emergency. If used Alan expected you to DQ yourself.
- Mon May 24, 2021 9:58 am
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: HT550 2021
- Replies: 637
- Views: 70151
Re: HT550 2021
Not sure Alan G is up to. Seems to be of course.
- Sun May 23, 2021 10:32 pm
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: HT550 2021
- Replies: 637
- Views: 70151
Re: HT550 2021
Had word off Martin that's he's in a BB in Contin to get warmed up tonight. Apparently his shoulder is giving him jip, don't worry I told him I'd give him more jip if he didn't finish
He reported being snowed on this morning on the corriarick pass.
Keep going Martin
He reported being snowed on this morning on the corriarick pass.
Keep going Martin
- Sun May 23, 2021 5:55 am
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: HT550 2021
- Replies: 637
- Views: 70151
Re: HT550 2021
As reported I'm out. A very stressful work period and no training isn't a healthy combination. Felt stressed before the event, felt stressed on the event, and still feel stressed now. Think I need to make some drastic changes. Lars and Steve are doing fantastic. Andy L isn't feeling well so took a n...
- Thu May 20, 2021 10:39 pm
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: Bikes (or rigs if you prefer) of the HT550
- Replies: 48
- Views: 4362
Re: Bikes (or rigs if you prefer) of the HT550
Not done any training this year...well I did the Dales Divide which doubled my yearly mileage in one ride . Apart from that I'm ready to get cold and wet.
- Thu May 20, 2021 10:24 pm
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: Bikes (or rigs if you prefer) of the HT550
- Replies: 48
- Views: 4362
Re: Bikes (or rigs if you prefer) of the HT550
Here's my bicycle. Bivy bag, 350 quilt, and a couple more layers than 2019. Feel happy with the setup.
- Wed May 19, 2021 11:49 am
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: HT550 2021
- Replies: 637
- Views: 70151
Re: HT550 2021
Anyone else looked at the weather forecast...
- Mon May 17, 2021 1:21 pm
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: HT550 2021
- Replies: 637
- Views: 70151
Re: HT550 2021
For the riders, anyone up Friday (I'm there from Thursday evening) I'll be going out for a gentle ride. No specifics, probably head to a cafe/pub etc. No specific start time, only be an hour or 2 max. I'm staying in the Pinetrees but i'll be around Tyndum (probably the real food cafe) if I'm not the...
- Mon May 10, 2021 3:49 pm
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: HT550 2021
- Replies: 637
- Views: 70151
Re: HT550 2021
I've been pondering the attrition rate on the highland trail (and other races). I've come to the conclusion that other than injury it really is a state of mind that gets you through. 2019 my kit was on the limit, it would have been very easy to throw in the towel. My mind was wired to not quit. I go...
- Thu May 06, 2021 3:21 pm
- Forum: Anyone playing out?
- Topic: Dales Divide. anyone having a go ?
- Replies: 52
- Views: 8386
Re: Dales Divide. anyone having a go ?
Just about dried out from that one. The last 24 hours were a wee bit tough. As Andy noted the age of the riders has dropped considerably, I have got more grumpy, and apparently because I've been partaking in these silly rides since 2014 I'm a veteran (as told by a 25 year old newbie!). It was great ...
- Thu May 06, 2021 3:16 pm
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: HT550 2021
- Replies: 637
- Views: 70151
Re: HT550 2021
A thing I always think about - some very fit people have failed, some (comparatively) unfit people have succeeded. Are you talking about me being unfit! Well your right. All good advice being given. Just take your time and enjoy it. Its a long ride but an enjoyable one. Alan has created a beautiful...
- Wed Apr 07, 2021 8:17 am
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: Any 3D printerers around?
- Replies: 23
- Views: 2869
Re: Any 3D printerers around?
Just be wary using PLA, might be a bit brittle. I've got some black nylon setup on the printer at the moment if your struggling Dave.
- Tue Mar 16, 2021 9:52 am
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: Remind me please. What dried food do I like
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1039
Re: Remind me please. What dried food do I like
Firepots Bill, that's what you like. And Mangos!
- Tue Mar 16, 2021 9:47 am
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: Well done everyone.
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1517
Re: Well done everyone.
I second Si's comments. Thanks everyone
Can't wait to catch up with everyone
Can't wait to catch up with everyone
- Fri Feb 26, 2021 9:03 am
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: Films to watch while isolating
- Replies: 291
- Views: 64616
Re: Films to watch while isolating
Not sure if this has been posted yet but it's probably my favourite tour divide film so far:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V3O3ooTtrV4&t=1s
Ryan Van Dozer's experience on the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route. Self filmed and it has a lovely dog called Mira in it
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V3O3ooTtrV4&t=1s
Ryan Van Dozer's experience on the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route. Self filmed and it has a lovely dog called Mira in it
- Wed Feb 24, 2021 2:35 pm
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: Who plans their routes?
- Replies: 24
- Views: 2206
Re: Who plans their routes?
I agree with this. Also planning a ride is one of the best ways you can pass time when not on a bike. I usually plan for variations to take into account weather or finding a route too difficult to complete in the time available. I always leave details with a friend and this includes the alternative...
- Fri Feb 05, 2021 11:56 am
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: Important poll.
- Replies: 15
- Views: 951
Re: Important poll.
Should be: Hope not and Hope so options! Not enough polling options.
- Wed Feb 03, 2021 1:08 pm
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: Shed alarm?
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1277
Re: Shed alarm?
I've got a Yale home alarm with a door sensor and PIR in the shed. Works well about 50 metres from the house. Would recommend.
- Wed Feb 03, 2021 9:21 am
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: The Star
- Replies: 31
- Views: 2992
Re: The Star
There's 2000 bearbones members. £212.50 each and it's ours
- Tue Jan 19, 2021 8:53 am
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: The top 100 free to watch outdoor films.
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1158