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by vorlich
Wed Jan 25, 2017 5:44 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: WTD: Brooks Cambium
Replies: 13
Views: 2974

Re: WTD: Brooks Cambium

C15 definitely closest to the Charge - hence me selling my C17.
by vorlich
Mon Jan 23, 2017 12:43 am
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: WTD: Brooks Cambium
Replies: 13
Views: 2974

Re: WTD: Brooks Cambium

I've got a c17 in natural. I can dig out a photo if you're interested.
by vorlich
Mon Jan 16, 2017 11:53 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: small tent on jones bars?
Replies: 6
Views: 1972

Re: small tent on jones bars?

The truss on your plus definitely takes up some space which would otherwise have been used for kit, but on the other hand, it also keeps gear off the head tube. You shouldn't have any bother getting a tent under though.
by vorlich
Fri Oct 28, 2016 12:30 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: FS: 26" Transition Bandit frame, Hope hubs, cambium, etc
Replies: 5
Views: 2048

Re: FS: 26" Transition Bandit frame, Hope hubs, cambium, etc

Still have the rims if that is any use.
by vorlich
Fri Oct 28, 2016 9:38 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: When you're not sure if it's a spoof....
Replies: 84
Views: 13428

Re: When you're not sure if it's a spoof....

Why does everything have to be a test of physical strength and mental fortitude. Are we not happy unless folk are grimacing through howling wind and rain and sleeping in ditches? THEY EVEN STOPPED TO SLEEP, THE SHAME OF IT! :roll: There is certainly an element, not just on here, but in outdoor pursu...
by vorlich
Thu Oct 27, 2016 9:20 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: FS: 26" Transition Bandit frame, Hope hubs, cambium, etc
Replies: 5
Views: 2048

Re: FS: 26" Transition Bandit frame, Hope hubs, cambium, etc

Thought you beardos would have at least snapped up the Cambium by now...
by vorlich
Fri Aug 05, 2016 8:28 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: That'll keep the legal team happy....
Replies: 46
Views: 9297

Re: That'll keep the legal team happy....

I can't see them selling many of those. My prediction is there will be one and only one batch ever made, quickly reduced in price and deleted from the website, never to be mentioned again. When I tweeted to alpkit after the FMC photo surfaced, they replied, and I quote: 'Nick is speaking to Jeff. It...
by vorlich
Tue Jul 12, 2016 9:03 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: New Specialized Bike Packing Bags
Replies: 39
Views: 7589

Re: New Specialized Bike Packing Bags

I'm normally first in line to sneer at wanky hipsters, but I think this guy seems alright, sure calling oneself Ultra Romance is not to be encouraged, but he doesn't seem to take himself too seriously and for the most part sounds pretty genuine, in the voiceover at least. The hair sniff is hilarious...
by vorlich
Sun Jul 10, 2016 1:20 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Gravel tyre advice
Replies: 23
Views: 6400

Re: Gravel tyre advice

Hi Vorlich - James here , fellow AWOL rider - think we have spoken before on single track ? What's the biggest tyre you've had on the AWOL? - I used to run big apples on my 26 " hardtail - I reckon a set of these in 2" could be really nice on the AWOL Hi James the Triggers were the larges...
by vorlich
Sat Jul 09, 2016 6:09 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Gravel tyre advice
Replies: 23
Views: 6400

Re: Gravel tyre advice

Nanos are outstanding. Roll much better than the Triggers that came on my AWOL, better off road too.
by vorlich
Tue Jul 05, 2016 11:17 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: fs, Wildcatgear ocelot. large SOLD
Replies: 4
Views: 1706

Re: fs, Wildcatgear ocelot. large

Hi Ton, I've PMed you
by vorlich
Sat Apr 16, 2016 7:01 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Attaching cages to suspension forks
Replies: 17
Views: 2448

Re: Attaching cages to suspension forks

My Jones unicrown forks have a single boss for rack mount, I use this and jubilee clip and it's rock solid. Ugly though. I use an old inner tube to protect the paintwork. I've previously used cable ties with a Salsa anything cage, also solid.
by vorlich
Mon Apr 11, 2016 8:01 pm
Forum: Your Trips & Adventures
Topic: Knoydart Misadventure
Replies: 13
Views: 3527

Re: Knoydart Misadventure

It's open to the public, no need to book. Bunks, running water and flushing loo. There is an honesty box with a £3 charge. Or I think £1 to camp out front and use of the loo. Sounds as though its worth the effort just to see that stay there. Personally traveling through unrideable areas is what its...
by vorlich
Mon Apr 11, 2016 6:50 pm
Forum: Your Trips & Adventures
Topic: Knoydart Misadventure
Replies: 13
Views: 3527

Re: Knoydart Misadventure

Mariner wrote: Is the hut at Barisdale open to the public or is it private and need to book or ask for key to get access?
It's open to the public, no need to book. Bunks, running water and flushing loo. There is an honesty box with a £3 charge. Or I think £1 to camp out front and use of the loo.
by vorlich
Sun Apr 10, 2016 10:00 pm
Forum: Your Trips & Adventures
Topic: Knoydart Misadventure
Replies: 13
Views: 3527

Re: Knoydart Misadventure

Ian wrote:Maybe with a fat bike things would run a bit better?
I'd been debating this very question myself during the push up Mam Barrisdale, and I think it would, at least up that section, but not really for the rest of it.
by vorlich
Sun Apr 10, 2016 6:47 pm
Forum: Your Trips & Adventures
Topic: Knoydart Misadventure
Replies: 13
Views: 3527

Knoydart Misadventure

Didn't accomplish my original plan, not even a wild camp, but might make for interesting reading if you're heading to Knoydart. TL;DR My advice: if you are wanting purely to ride, give it a miss, if you want a bit of an adventure starting with a train/ferry to a remote west coast start point, as par...
by vorlich
Mon Mar 21, 2016 8:45 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Surely 11 days too early - 50t cassette.
Replies: 69
Views: 11196

Re: Surely 11 days too early - 50t cassette.

a neat option is the 2x up front without a shifter, so you have a bail out in an emergency I can think of a better word than 'neat' to describe this. :wink: Have the courage of your convictions man, not this wishy-washy, half way house, worst of both worlds compromise. I'll never be a singlespeeder...
by vorlich
Thu Mar 10, 2016 10:53 pm
Forum: MYOG
Topic: Switch oveR
Replies: 30
Views: 15955

Re: Switch oveR

Nice. Only thing I'd suggest I maybe a little clear silicone to seal the exit port, if you could do it internally it'd keep it nice a neat.
by vorlich
Thu Mar 10, 2016 10:46 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: GPS Navigation
Replies: 40
Views: 6780

Re: GPS Navigation

Great thanks, that's one I was looking at.
by vorlich
Wed Mar 09, 2016 9:59 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: GPS Navigation
Replies: 40
Views: 6780

Re: GPS Navigation

Can anyone recommend a waterproof case/bar mount for an iPhone 5?
by vorlich
Thu Jan 28, 2016 9:10 pm
Forum: Your Trips & Adventures
Topic: Bivvy a Month 2016.
Replies: 251
Views: 70154

Re: Bivvy a Month 2016.

Good effort Blair. Fairly sure you passed me and the missus out walking that day. I remember wondering why one one of you was carrying any gear.
by vorlich
Wed Jul 29, 2015 1:48 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Cairngorm Loop Scenery
Replies: 9
Views: 2067

Re: Cairngorm Loop Scenery

Guessing you know Feshie well? Lots of interest, depending how much time you want to spend shooting. Some ideas here: https://mcalisterium.wordpress.com/2015/04/08/time-away/ https://mcalisterium.wordpress.com/2014/04/23/hit-the-north/ Glen Derry has some lovely spots, dunno if you've been there fro...
by vorlich
Fri Jul 24, 2015 10:50 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: intro to clipless?
Replies: 10
Views: 2414

Re: intro to clipless?

I prefer SPDs for long rides and flats for more techy/slippy rides on the FS. Depending on the terrain you'll be covering on SPDs, the soles could really make all the difference, if you're pushing up steep/loose stuff at all. I love my Mavic Switchbacks, a really good compromise and a fast drying so...
by vorlich
Mon Jul 20, 2015 11:16 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: Getting to grips
Replies: 19
Views: 3500

Re: Getting to grips

Just seen the On-One Mary bars, look like a cheap alternative to Jones bend bars, anyone used them? I've used them in the past, but subsequently bought some Jones Loops, which I prefer. The loops are great for securing gear to and IMO comfier and offer better control. With Ergon grips - really comf...