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by Firmo
Wed Feb 07, 2024 2:10 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Lightweight touring rack | Tailfin? Other alternatives?
Replies: 13
Views: 389

Re: Lightweight touring rack | Tailfin? Other alternatives?

Nice setup. Not cheap though, eh!? Thanks for the info and photos, much appreciated. What type of bike do you use this on? What was the total spend for the rack and bag/s? If you have a photo of the setup, could you share it? I have a Tailfin Aeropack, though the aluminium version and a selection of...
by Firmo
Wed Feb 07, 2024 1:28 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Lightweight touring rack | Tailfin? Other alternatives?
Replies: 13
Views: 389

Re: Lightweight touring rack | Tailfin? Other alternatives?

Thanks. I remember looking at this rack before. The difference in price between this and the Tailfin makes it more appealing. I see they have the Quick Rack Light as well, which could work well too. An ortlieb quick rack might work for you - you’d just need a set of adapters for each bike and then s...
by Firmo
Wed Feb 07, 2024 1:24 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Lightweight touring rack | Tailfin? Other alternatives?
Replies: 13
Views: 389

Re: Lightweight touring rack | Tailfin? Other alternatives?

I live in Málaga so the weather is decent pretty much all year round. I often rent out my apartment for short periods, which then pays for me to travel and rent other places in different locations, but while I am away, I often miss having the bike. So I was thinking of taking regular 'breaks' where ...
by Firmo
Wed Feb 07, 2024 1:17 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Lightweight touring rack | Tailfin? Other alternatives?
Replies: 13
Views: 389

Re: Lightweight touring rack | Tailfin? Other alternatives?

What type of bike do you use this on? What was the total spend for the rack and bag/s? If you have a photo of the setup, could you share it? I have a Tailfin Aeropack, though the aluminium version and a selection of their panniers bags. It is hands down the best investment I've made for my bike. I u...
by Firmo
Wed Feb 07, 2024 11:22 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: Lightweight touring rack | Tailfin? Other alternatives?
Replies: 13
Views: 389

Lightweight touring rack | Tailfin? Other alternatives?

I'm looking to start combining touring with remote working, so I think that using a pannier is going to be the best option. I'd like a rack that I could switch between my road bike and the gravel bike, and for this process to be as quick and easy as possible. What are the options? Is there anything ...
by Firmo
Wed Jul 20, 2022 3:42 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: WTD: Cyclocross-style bike frame 54-56cm
Replies: 0
Views: 232

WTD: Cyclocross-style bike frame 54-56cm

I'm looking to replace an old On One Dirty Disco frame, and wonder if anyone has a cyclocross-type frame (or even a whole bike) that they'd like to offload. I'm not looking to spend a fortune.
by Firmo
Tue Jul 06, 2021 11:02 am
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: WTD: Road frameset 56cm
Replies: 7
Views: 830

Re: WTD: Road frameset 56cm

https://bearbonesbikepacking.co.uk/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=16623&p=208808&hilit=cube+attain#p208808 56cm Alloy cube attain sl, disc, bolt thru. £75 for frame and fork, if you can collect from Glossop. I dont have a box so cant post. Plenty of options there for you eh :lol: I need a f...
by Firmo
Tue Jul 06, 2021 11:00 am
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: WTD: Road frameset 56cm
Replies: 7
Views: 830

Re: WTD: Road frameset 56cm

I have a Focus Cayo full carbon frame and fork in 58cm that I need to clear out of the shed. It seems solid to me although has a bit of a scratch on the top tube, mostly looks like its just the clearcoat but I'm cautious with these things. I would still ride it no problem though. I'd sell it for £6...
by Firmo
Mon Jul 05, 2021 1:19 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: FS: Bertoletti Legend 54cm frameset (removed from sale)
Replies: 2
Views: 479

Re: FS: Bertoletti Legend 54cm frameset

Is this still available?
by Firmo
Mon Jul 05, 2021 11:24 am
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: WTD: Road frameset 56cm
Replies: 7
Views: 830

WTD: Road frameset 56cm

I know this is probably not the best forum for seeking a road frameset, but I don't really use other forums and I've found in the past that the folks in the BearBones forum are pretty sound. Anyway - Does anybody have a carbon frame and fork that they would like to part with? I'm 6' so I'm looking f...
by Firmo
Fri Jun 08, 2018 6:02 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Inner tubes for 700x40c tyres
Replies: 5
Views: 1762

Inner tubes for 700x40c tyres

For those of you that use cyclocross and similar bikes, what inner tubes do you use?

I'm running a pair of WTB Nano 700 x 40c tyres and the normal 700 x 18-25c tubes are just not enough.
by Firmo
Thu May 10, 2018 1:04 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Cycling solo in Morocco
Replies: 8
Views: 2418

Cycling solo in Morocco

Has anyone here cycled SOLO in Morocco? I live just 20-mins from the ferry port in Malaga and I've got 5 days free at the end of June. Many of the folk here say that Morocco is safe BUT strongly advise against cycling solo. One of the main points is that people do roadblocks / stop traffic to try to...
by Firmo
Sun Feb 05, 2017 3:38 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: FS: RADON BLACK SIN 29 carbon MTB - £1,150
Replies: 0
Views: 879

FS: RADON BLACK SIN 29 carbon MTB - £1,150

I recently bought a CX bike and need to clear some stuff out before moving house. https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/680/32684186116_f5ef7c86db_z.jpg RADON BLACK SIN 29er carbon mountain bike - Size LARGE Decent spec, including Shimano XT components & DT Swiss X1700 wheels. The frame, seat post &...
by Firmo
Wed Jan 04, 2017 9:09 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Musings on a Spanish Coast to Coast
Replies: 121
Views: 21323

Re: Musings on a Spanish Coast to Coast

A group ride sounds like a good idea, though I'm fine about riding solo too or breaking in to smaller groups. We haven't got a definite place lined up yet. I'm back in Barca on the 15th for 5 days looking at property and areas, then back out again with wife and kids mid-Feb. The places I'm going to ...
by Firmo
Wed Jan 04, 2017 4:31 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Musings on a Spanish Coast to Coast
Replies: 121
Views: 21323

Re: Musings on a Spanish Coast to Coast

If this is still going ahead, I'm very much interested in joining in. The route is incredible.
All being well, I ought to be living in Catalunya within the next 6 months too.
by Firmo
Fri Dec 09, 2016 4:18 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: CX / Gravel Wheelset advice
Replies: 2
Views: 1242

Re: CX / Gravel Wheelset advice

Cheers Pistonbroke :-bd
by Firmo
Thu Dec 08, 2016 2:08 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: CX / Gravel Wheelset advice
Replies: 2
Views: 1242

CX / Gravel Wheelset advice

I recently took advantage of Planet X's deal on the Pickenflick with SRAM Force. I love the bike. I'm going to stick some flared drop bars on it, but I'm stuck with what wheels to go with (They come with Gipiemme Roccia Equipe wheels). I've been using tubeless on my MTB all year and want tubeless fo...
by Firmo
Tue Sep 13, 2016 7:18 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: The 1st Torino-Nice Rally, anyone?
Replies: 636
Views: 146198

Re: The 1st Torino-Nice Rally, anyone?

This event looks and sounds absolutely incredible!
I'll join in the fun next year!
by Firmo
Thu Aug 25, 2016 1:58 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: WTD: Alpkit Big Shakeout ticket
Replies: 0
Views: 748

WTD: Alpkit Big Shakeout ticket

It's my own fault for not buying a ticket early enough.

I also applied to be a volunteer over a month ago but I haven't heard anything back.

I've had a ball at the Big Shakeout the last couple of times and would like to go again...

So, does anyone have a ticket going spare?
by Firmo
Thu Jul 28, 2016 5:30 pm
Forum: Anyone playing out?
Topic: Aggregate 100k 6th/7th August
Replies: 15
Views: 3483

Re: Aggregate 100k 6th/7th August

I've only just heard about this event today. It's not far from where I live.

I was interested until I saw the £50 price tag they've slapped on it!
by Firmo
Fri May 06, 2016 5:49 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: Bikepacking luggage clearout
Replies: 11
Views: 3091

Re: Bikepacking luggage clearout

I'll take a Stem Cell please.

Send me your PayPal details and I'll ping the payment across ASAP :-bd
by Firmo
Wed Apr 20, 2016 9:12 am
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: Wanted: Alpkit Fuel Pod (Medium) Red or Black
Replies: 1
Views: 907

Wanted: Alpkit Fuel Pod (Medium) Red or Black

Does anyone have a Medium Fuel Pod in either red or black that they no longer need?
(I'm only interested in size Medium, red or black, thanks)
by Firmo
Thu Apr 14, 2016 3:04 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: Bikepacking bags Alpkit & Revelate
Replies: 20
Views: 5374

Re: Bikepacking bags Alpkit & Revelate

I will definitely have a tapered 13L bag, please.

I may also take some more bits (for my brother). I'll check with him and will PM you.
by Firmo
Wed Apr 13, 2016 9:48 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Dirty Reiver: 200k UK Gravel event
Replies: 189
Views: 68996

Re: Dirty Reiver: 200k UK Gravel event

What type of bike is everyone using for this event?

I'm 90% swaying toward MTB.
by Firmo
Fri Feb 12, 2016 9:49 am
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: Alpkit bicycle 7 £42 / Terra Nova Moolite Bivi £50
Replies: 13
Views: 3254

Re: Alpkit bicycle 7 £42 / Terra Nova Moolite Bivi £50

The bicycle 7 Tarp now sold.

Bivi still available.