As Phils says Shimano- XM9, you still might be able to get them. I've not seen the new version yet, but as long as they've not changed them too much, they should also be ok. Shoes that are good to walk in tend to have a flexible sole, which i find need a platform pedal for support in order to be com...

That’s just like going for a ride with In Reverse

Lots of choice out there, can-worms.. Mason RAW, Pivot LES, etc The Solaris is a great all rounder (i have a mk1 Simple) but i think they're more towards the technical mtb end rather than racing. Cotic are really good regarding demo riding, you used to be able to demo one straight from their warehou...

There’s some Gorewear Trail KPR ones on Sport Pursuit atm, all sizes available. They’re thin & without padding, good quality but lightweight, not sure how robust they’ll be long term. Fairly cheap tho.. I’ve found it’s the padding on gloves that eventually gives me pressure sores on multi-day ri...

I was there Friday & Saturday, saw you taking pictures during the awards on Fri Valerio, you can make my mate out on one of them but i'm hidden..

The apocalypse bike race was interesting!

Next year i may grow a moustache to blend in

Cane Creek do a couple of good guides- https://www.canecreek.com/pages/everything-you-need-to-know-about-headsets?_pos=4&_psq=everything&_ss=e&_v=1.0 https://www.canecreek.com/blogs/journal/how-to-choose-the-right-bicycle-headset?srsltid=AfmBOooVJeCF1NZ2k-cU_9qxJzuhChDqRrLI1LqjCjy1NeNw7G...

Belated HB Stu

The Wolf Way could be a good option as it’s pretty flat-

https://bikepacking.com/routes/wolf-way/

Or maybe the Marcher Castles taster route-

https://www.cyclinguk.org/routes/marche ... aster-loop

whitestone wrote: ↑Thu Mar 13, 2025 10:13 pm Jase - knew there'd been a thread about the freebies, here it is: https://bearbonesbikepacking.co.uk/phpB ... 54#p276754

Thanks Bob, can't beat a trip down BB memory lane, some great times had!

Now where's that trowel...

whitestone wrote: ↑Thu Mar 13, 2025 9:32 pm

Wotsits wrote: ↑Thu Mar 13, 2025 8:58 pm I'm sure something similar to this was given out as a freebie on one of the BB events?

It was, probably one of the winter ones.

Cue Stu posting up that he's got a box-full in his loft

It's a good route, definitely not gravel bike friendly tho! There's some lovely sections of forest singletrack, trail centers, natural technical descents, good bothies & places to re-fuel :-bd Although cold at night, the weather was kind to us.. Some of the climbs are pushes & i wouldn't wan...

I'm sure something similar to this was given out as a freebie on one of the BB events?

Would a Maxxis Refuse be too road oriented?
They’re a tough tyre, to the extent that you can feel it in the ride quality.. I have some G-Ones, which I’ve had the sort of small cuts you described, but these are much tougher..
Or even a Maxxis Rambler..

The Assos ones although expensive, are very good. 3/4 bibs are great in the Uk, I don't think many manufacturers make them though, the only other ones i know are by Gore & maybe Endura.. https://www.gorewear.com/en-uk/swiftride-bib-tights-mens-101115?variant=17120 https://www.endurasport.com/fs2...

HB Reg

Nowt wrong with them that a wire-brush, wire-wool & some WD40 won't sort out! :-bd They would be a good addition to this set- https://winstanleysbikes.co.uk/topeak-ratchet-rocket-lite-dx?gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI5ty8m9TUiwMV3ZRoCR3WVx3SEAQYBCABEgLFiPD_BwE Also spotted this on Amazon, i...

Alloy or carbon Hyppy?? I think it was a carbon one, but may be wrong. I also didn't note where this one had failed, but I'm just noticing on their website they do say that " Maximum loads listed for on-road riding. Off-road loads will be lower depending on the severity of the terrain, etc.&qu...

Hyppy wrote: ↑Tue Feb 11, 2025 1:06 pm

Dave Barter wrote: ↑Tue Feb 11, 2025 12:11 pm

jameso wrote: ↑Tue Feb 11, 2025 9:41 am Participant's bikes here - https://bikepacking.com/bikes/2025-atla ... race-rigs/

I should have bought shares in Tailfin...

I saw another snapped one at the weekend. #Justsaying …

Alloy or carbon Hyppy??

Alex McCormack smashed it out & on the last 15-20km

That looks really good & VERY lumpy! More additions to this years bucket list!

If you can transfer the OS maps of your Oregon SD card onto your computer, you should then be able to transfer them onto your Explore... But, be careful with device updates as these may render the OS maps unuasable...

An Oregon 700 will let you have the connectability (IQ) of the newer Edge Series units, so if you selected or planned a route 'on-the-fly', you could transfer it from Garmin Connect without the need for a lead. The Oregon is a great unit, imo the only downside is that the screen needs to be locked w...

I would have wrestled a Gobi Bear for water at the top of Javalambre earlier this year on the Montanas Vacias...

These are ok for a tenner, on first impression they don't look particularly waterproof, but i had one on the back of my helmet for a few years without any issues.. If you have a search about there's different colours available.. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Skully-Bonehead-Bright-Silicone-Around/dp/B074...

Whichever ones you decide on, try to get some that are corded, as they're easier to keep track off if you take one out..

Shimano XM9? (Or whatever the latest equivilent is..) These are the best cycling shoes to walk in i've used, they're not a bad width either.. I've found the main downside is the slightly open cuff, which can collect water & small stones, although this can be improved with gaiters.. Hike-a-bike i...