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by Karl
Tue Mar 05, 2024 1:58 pm
Forum: Anyone playing out?
Topic: The Welsh Ride Thing - Lonely Hearts Club Ride - Sat 4th May to Mon 6th May 2024
Replies: 1
Views: 150

The Welsh Ride Thing - Lonely Hearts Club Ride - Sat 4th May to Mon 6th May 2024

What is the Lonely Hearts Club? Well, would you like to enter the Welsh Ride Thing but don't feel entirely confident in your abilities? Yes? Then perhaps join the Lonely Hearts Club. You'll have no navigation worries or concerns about finding re-supply or overnight spots (that's all on me). My wife ...
by Karl
Wed Jul 05, 2023 8:34 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: Waterproof Jacket Recommendations
Replies: 25
Views: 1256

Re: Waterproof Jacket Recommendations

Thanks for everyone's replies. It's a minefield out there. Still not chosen. Did find on Sportpursuit whilst looking at the Marmot Bantamweight a Berghaus Paclite Dynak GTX Jacket which seems good value, any knowledge/opinions? https://www.sportpursuit.com/catalog/product/view/id/2789131 Montane jac...
by Karl
Tue Jul 04, 2023 10:52 am
Forum: Anyone playing out?
Topic: South of Southport Bivi July 7th after Karl's talk
Replies: 21
Views: 6072

Re: South of Southport Bivi July 7th after Karl's talk

Hi John, thanks for the reminder. :-bd

Rasta, drop us a message and I can talk you through the Nordkapp trip.
by Karl
Mon Jul 03, 2023 5:19 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Waterproof Jacket Recommendations
Replies: 25
Views: 1256

Re: Waterproof Jacket Recommendations

Cheeky Monkey wrote: Mon Jul 03, 2023 5:13 pm Still happy with all the Outdrys I've got :cool:
Is there only one outdry jacket now? Struggling with the £225 price tag.
by Karl
Mon Jul 03, 2023 5:17 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Waterproof Jacket Recommendations
Replies: 25
Views: 1256

Re: Waterproof Jacket Recommendations

fatbikephil wrote: Mon Jul 03, 2023 2:17 pm ...But not the latest super lightweight one
Reg was using a montane jacket to good effect which seemed to fit the bill?
Any particular montane jacket? Noticed a few reduced on sportshoe website.
by Karl
Mon Jul 03, 2023 1:50 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Waterproof Jacket Recommendations
Replies: 25
Views: 1256

Waterproof Jacket Recommendations

Looking for recommendations for a packable waterproof jacket. Needs a hood. Zips that don't mind mud. Waterproofing that doesn't wear out too quickly. Moon on a stick?
by Karl
Mon Jul 03, 2023 8:29 am
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: FS PHD Minim 350 Down Sleeping Bag
Replies: 1
Views: 911

Re: FS PHD Minim 350 Down Sleeping Bag

This is still available. Open to any sensible offers.
by Karl
Mon May 29, 2023 6:53 am
Forum: Anyone playing out?
Topic: Jennride 2023 27th May Tickets Live 7pm
Replies: 47
Views: 7164

Re: Jennride 2023 27th May Tickets Live 7pm

Cheers Rich, for another great weekend. Cheers Al and Karl for the fun on Saturday, along with the ice cream and anchovies :wink: Hope you had a good feed and beer at Torver and it wasn't spoiled by water poisoning related wild shites :lol: We had no issues with the warm bilge pump water 🤣 Only 2 h...
by Karl
Mon May 22, 2023 7:44 am
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: FS PHD Minim 350 Down Sleeping Bag
Replies: 1
Views: 911

FS PHD Minim 350 Down Sleeping Bag

Hi, For sale is my wife's Minim 350 Down Sleeping Bag. Length is the short version, PHD say for heights 171cm (5 ' 7 " ) and below. Standard width. It has a short zip on right hand side. In very good condition. Comes with netting and stuff bags. £150 including UK delivery. https://i.imgur.com/Q...
by Karl
Fri May 19, 2023 9:04 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: Best bike for WRT for under 1k (second hand)
Replies: 16
Views: 1517

Re: Best bike for WRT for under 1k (second hand)

Just wanted to chime in and say you definitely didn't fail at the WRT. On the start of the first climb out of Stu's you were done and going home. You, after a little encouragement, got over that climb and continued for the rest of the day. We did about 40km and 1300m of climbing. That doesn't feel l...
by Karl
Thu Apr 27, 2023 10:23 am
Forum: Anyone playing out?
Topic: The Welsh Ride Thing - Lonely Hearts Club - Sat April 29th to (Bank Holiday) Mon 1st May 2023
Replies: 22
Views: 2873

Re: The Welsh Ride Thing - Lonely Hearts Club - Sat April 29th to (Bank Holiday) Mon 1st May 2023

Think that makes you the final, final person. At least when I get lost I won't be on my own :-bd
by Karl
Tue Apr 25, 2023 9:18 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: RIP my Dirty Harry - now what?
Replies: 18
Views: 1890

Re: RIP my Dirty Harry - now what?

Steve, I think you need to come to the dark side and get in touch with Rich and Shona @ Keep Pedalling :YMDEVIL:
by Karl
Mon Apr 24, 2023 10:23 am
Forum: Anyone playing out?
Topic: The Welsh Ride Thing - Lonely Hearts Club - Sat April 29th to (Bank Holiday) Mon 1st May 2023
Replies: 22
Views: 2873

Re: The Welsh Ride Thing - Lonely Hearts Club - Sat April 29th to (Bank Holiday) Mon 1st May 2023

Mac just for you. Here are some spoilers.

We might end up here...

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Hopefully we manage to avoid this section...

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And fingers crossed we end up here...

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by Karl
Sun Apr 23, 2023 6:55 pm
Forum: Anyone playing out?
Topic: The Welsh Ride Thing - Lonely Hearts Club - Sat April 29th to (Bank Holiday) Mon 1st May 2023
Replies: 22
Views: 2873

Re: The Welsh Ride Thing - Lonely Hearts Club - Sat April 29th to (Bank Holiday) Mon 1st May 2023

So we're probably at capacity for the Lonely Hearts Club. We are not Lonely together:

Duncan
Niall
Paul
Patrick
Matt
Malc
David
Alex
Chris
Julian
Georgia
Me
Cat

Only a few days until the fun commences. :-bd
by Karl
Mon Apr 10, 2023 8:16 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: Dropper posts & Seat bags
Replies: 10
Views: 681

Re: Dropper posts & Seat bags

I've 3d printed a few valais type collars for folk. Give us a shout Mart if you want me to run one off for you to try.
by Karl
Wed Apr 05, 2023 10:03 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: WRT GR.
Replies: 75
Views: 4459

Re: WRT GR.

RIP wrote: Wed Apr 05, 2023 9:26 am Ignore all the above 'cos you've got an expert Karl to chaperone you along anyway :smile: .
Probably not the wisest of words from Reg :lol:
by Karl
Sat Apr 01, 2023 10:51 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: The future of insulation ?
Replies: 19
Views: 1205

Re: The future of insulation ?

Sounds like Theresa Tickle and Philip McCrevis are short of an additional member to really make it work. Fingers crossed it works out. :lol:
by Karl
Fri Mar 31, 2023 8:07 am
Forum: Anyone playing out?
Topic: The Welsh Ride Thing - Lonely Hearts Club - Sat April 29th to (Bank Holiday) Mon 1st May 2023
Replies: 22
Views: 2873

Re: The Welsh Ride Thing - Lonely Hearts Club - Sat April 29th to (Bank Holiday) Mon 1st May 2023

I'm excited that it's raining now so will be sunshine all bank holiday :-) Like proper sunshine not the liquid variety!
by Karl
Fri Mar 24, 2023 12:28 pm
Forum: Anyone playing out?
Topic: The Welsh Ride Thing - Lonely Hearts Club - Sat April 29th to (Bank Holiday) Mon 1st May 2023
Replies: 22
Views: 2873

Re: The Welsh Ride Thing - Lonely Hearts Club - Sat April 29th to (Bank Holiday) Mon 1st May 2023

So far joining me on the Lonely Hearts Club are: Paul Matt Duncan Mac Cat It's going to be a great weekend :-bd Anyone else wanting to join the fun bus speak up. Just over a week until the madness of route planning starts and the constant zooming in and out on Google earth of some random cow shed th...
by Karl
Mon Mar 13, 2023 7:31 pm
Forum: Anyone playing out?
Topic: The Welsh Ride Thing - Lonely Hearts Club - Sat April 29th to (Bank Holiday) Mon 1st May 2023
Replies: 22
Views: 2873

Re: The Welsh Ride Thing - Lonely Hearts Club - Sat April 29th to (Bank Holiday) Mon 1st May 2023

I'm back from Alaska. Hoping the Welsh Ride Thing will be a tropical affair. Anyone else interested drop me an email karl_booth@hotmail.com

I'll ask some questions at the start of April to get an idea of everyone coming. Want to make sure it's a fun, friendly outing for everyone.
by Karl
Mon Mar 13, 2023 10:04 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: ITI 2023
Replies: 31
Views: 2198

Re: ITI 2023

Thanks for all the support along the way. First day back at work but you'll be glad to know I'm writing up my thoughts, hopefully have it finished this week. No video posts as I was too much in the moment on this one. Definity didn't feel like taking my eye off the ball in those temps. Crazy good ad...
by Karl
Thu Feb 23, 2023 3:05 am
Forum: Anyone playing out?
Topic: The Welsh Ride Thing - Lonely Hearts Club - Sat April 29th to (Bank Holiday) Mon 1st May 2023
Replies: 22
Views: 2873

The Welsh Ride Thing - Lonely Hearts Club - Sat April 29th to (Bank Holiday) Mon 1st May 2023

I've taken on the task of following in Reg's and John Climbers' foot steps and have agreed to lead this years Lonely Hearts Club ride at this years Welsh Ride Thing :shock: What is the Lonely Hearts Club? Well, would you like to enter the Welsh Ride Thing but don't feel entirely confident in your ab...
by Karl
Thu Dec 29, 2022 8:56 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: RAPAH500 - anyone doing it!
Replies: 29
Views: 1539

Re: RAPAH500 - anyone doing it!

I'm heading out tomorrow to do it in one hit. Last time took over 27 hrs. Not ridden much last couple of months so don't expect to be quicker. Weather looks wet but not as wet as last year. Seems like a slightly stupid idea but kicks things off I suppose.
by Karl
Sat Dec 24, 2022 6:30 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: A boner in The Times
Replies: 17
Views: 1075

Re: A boner in The Times

slarge wrote: Sat Dec 24, 2022 6:27 pm Happy birthday Karl, and you are now famous.
What about that time on crimewatch? ...I mean "no officer it wasn't me."
by Karl
Sat Dec 24, 2022 6:29 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: A boner in The Times
Replies: 17
Views: 1075

Re: A boner in The Times

Thanks folk. I was going to print my own obituary to get in the paper but had a Instagram message asking if I'd prefer to have an article about the Iditarod instead. Apologies for the fake news, I am today 40 not 39 as stated. I'll get them to print a correction for all those jealous old people. :lol: