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by Specialist Hoprocker
Sun Jan 17, 2021 4:33 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: Planet X XLS Gravelwanker carbon bike (57cm large)
Replies: 0
Views: 415

Planet X XLS Gravelwanker carbon bike (57cm large)

I'm, selling my large Planet X XLS (57cm large) to make space for a new bike. It is a great gravel bike and will even take a few bags if you want to go bikepacking. But on the flip side you can put some road tyres on and keep up on a road ride (I rode the London Ride 100 on it). It's light and respo...
by Specialist Hoprocker
Sun Jan 17, 2021 4:03 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: Pinnacle Ramin 3+ Large (SOLD)
Replies: 32
Views: 2932

Pinnacle Ramin 3+ Large (SOLD)

I'm, selling my Ramin 3+ to make space for a new bike. If you're looking at this you probably know a little about these bikes but here is a quick run down: - Ideal bike packer. - Alu frame, steel forks. - Cage mounts on fork legs, downtube (2 x top, 1 x bottom). - Eccentric bottom bracket that can t...
by Specialist Hoprocker
Thu Jan 14, 2021 6:18 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Taking a knife to a gunfight.
Replies: 59
Views: 5677

Re: Taking a knife to a gunfight.

I've noticed that the large size has become available for on-line purchase today. Did you manage to order one before and they failed to fulfill your order? Anyway, I'm off for a walk around the block and am hoping they'll all be sold out upon my return 'cos I'm sorely tempted (but mustn't!) Thanks!...
by Specialist Hoprocker
Thu Jan 14, 2021 2:33 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Taking a knife to a gunfight.
Replies: 59
Views: 5677

Re: Taking a knife to a gunfight.

I bought a carbon cx bike on the cycle to work scheme about 7 years ago as I wanted to buy a road orientated bike that would also let me dash along the odd bridleway. Plus I couldn't face rim brakes. It's got limited tyre clearance so I'm stuck to 35mm rear and 40mm front which actually is a blessin...
by Specialist Hoprocker
Mon Jan 11, 2021 1:33 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Canister refill adapters.
Replies: 19
Views: 2422

Re: Canister refill adapters.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/124289045185

This one works for me. I put the empty the cannister in the freezer for 10mins and the donor cannister in my pocket before using it.
by Specialist Hoprocker
Sat Jan 09, 2021 6:02 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: What are you drinking now?
Replies: 718
Views: 82907

Re: What are you drinking now?

Guiness West Indies Porter. 6%

You only need one to feel the benefit. :wink:

Currently £7 for 4 at Co-Op :-bd
by Specialist Hoprocker
Tue Jan 05, 2021 1:07 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: bespectacled night time off road runners
Replies: 21
Views: 2425

Re: bespectacled night time off road runners

LED Lenser H7 here too. Only annoying thing is that the rear button that changes function is very easy to accidentally press and hold. This then puts the light into a 'programme mode' and can turn it off, or on a odd moments. Like just as you are lighting the stove in the dark with a hood up! But ot...
by Specialist Hoprocker
Sat Jan 02, 2021 12:52 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: SOLD
Replies: 2
Views: 316

Re: SPD Boots and shoes (Shimano/Specialized EU45/46)

Yup. I'll drop you a private message.
by Specialist Hoprocker
Sat Jan 02, 2021 12:19 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: SOLD
Replies: 2
Views: 316

SOLD

Shoes are used but have lots of life left in them. Can post 'signed for' for a further £4.

Shimano - AM45 SPD shoes - EU46 - £20 (not waterproof but the flap stops the worst getting in, warm)

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by Specialist Hoprocker
Tue Dec 15, 2020 7:07 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: New member bivy question.
Replies: 25
Views: 3173

Re: New member bivy question.

Alpkit Elan here. Recommend by me :-bd
by Specialist Hoprocker
Wed Dec 09, 2020 5:04 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: That's a lot of bike for the money
Replies: 30
Views: 3732

Re: That's a lot of bike for the money

Hurrumph - order cancelled by Decathlon...

Seems like it was too good to be true!
by Specialist Hoprocker
Thu Dec 03, 2020 1:21 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: That's a lot of bike for the money
Replies: 30
Views: 3732

Re: That's a lot of bike for the money

Well I'm glad i checked today. On site and ready to order, delivery on 15th :-bd
by Specialist Hoprocker
Wed Dec 02, 2020 12:48 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: That's a lot of bike for the money
Replies: 30
Views: 3732

Re: That's a lot of bike for the money

I'm waiting... No idea when they'll have stock. I've emailed them but they won't tell me! UPDATE: Phoned my local store who have confirmed that it will be an online only bike and that it's unlikely to be available to order for at least 4 weeks as there is currently no stock on its way to the UK (and...
by Specialist Hoprocker
Mon Nov 23, 2020 5:19 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Moving to soton for a new job, any bears in the area?
Replies: 11
Views: 1601

Re: Moving to soton for a new job, any bears in the area?

I'm a bit further up the A31 near Farnham. :-bd
by Specialist Hoprocker
Mon Nov 16, 2020 10:50 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Heavy weight day to day coat recommendations
Replies: 14
Views: 1327

Re: Heavy weight day to day coat recommendations

Bought a Musto Goretex Primaloft parka from Sports Pursuit in January. It's bloody vaguely exciting.

Its a Musto - Mens Paxson BR2.
by Specialist Hoprocker
Fri Nov 13, 2020 2:21 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: 29er carbon rigid fork wanted
Replies: 2
Views: 552

Re: 29er carbon rigid fork wanted

PM'd
by Specialist Hoprocker
Tue Oct 20, 2020 8:43 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Similar to Exposure, but not... is there such a thing?
Replies: 89
Views: 9383

Re: Similar to Exposure, but not... is there such a thing?

Have a look at https://www.four4th.co.uk/.

They're local to me and most of my mates and me use them. They're reliable, tough, and seem to be long lasting. In fact i don't know anyone who's replaced theirs in about 3 years.
by Specialist Hoprocker
Mon Oct 05, 2020 4:33 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: Army Issue type waterproof 'trousers' (lol)
Replies: 9
Views: 814

Re: Army Issue type waterproof 'trousers' (lol)

Received. Happy to say they fit both my legs and will be thoroughly abused during the forthcoming wet and muddy season.

Thanks.
by Specialist Hoprocker
Sun Oct 04, 2020 6:20 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Whats the go to insulated jacket?
Replies: 21
Views: 2670

Re: Whats the go to insulated jacket?

+1 for the Decathlon Firclaz. I have a gilet and long sleeved. They're great.
by Specialist Hoprocker
Sat Oct 03, 2020 4:15 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: Army Issue type waterproof 'trousers' (lol)
Replies: 9
Views: 814

Re: Army Issue type waterproof 'trousers' (lol)

Cheers matey! Much appreciated :-bd
by Specialist Hoprocker
Wed Sep 30, 2020 6:23 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: Army Issue type waterproof 'trousers' (lol)
Replies: 9
Views: 814

Re: Army Issue type waterproof pants

Oof! I'm the winner! I'm in Surrey mostly, I'll pm you my address. Thanks :-bd
by Specialist Hoprocker
Wed Sep 30, 2020 5:56 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: Army Issue type waterproof 'trousers' (lol)
Replies: 9
Views: 814

Re: Army Issue type waterproof pants

What size are they? If they'll fit a 35" waist and a 33" leg then I'll send you the cash!
by Specialist Hoprocker
Sat Sep 26, 2020 7:35 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: How Ethical is Aldi Merino...?
Replies: 29
Views: 2907

Re: How Ethical is Aldi Merino...?

Mine arrived in the post this morning. Just looked at the packet and there's nothing about ethical standards.

There is something called STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® but on googling this appears to be a quality mark.
by Specialist Hoprocker
Thu Aug 27, 2020 1:40 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: What Handlebar Bell - I know forgive me
Replies: 37
Views: 4298

Re: What Handlebar Bell - I know forgive me

I have a Timber Bell. It's good but sometimes not loud enough. I used to have a squeezy horn. It sounded like a clown car. Never failed to raise a smile from people. It was as ugly as sin though but I cable tied it below the bars next to the stem. Cheap too. https://www.houseoffraser.co.uk/brand/cos...
by Specialist Hoprocker
Sun Aug 09, 2020 8:50 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: What's The Furthest You've Had To Walk Back Due To A Mechanical?
Replies: 23
Views: 3038

Re: What's The Furthest You've Had To Walk Back Due To A Mechanical?

6 miles and about 2 hours walk back on a sub-zero night ride.

Chain snapped and flew off the bike into the void. Despite 30mins of searching I had to admit defeat when bits of me started going numb.

Returned the next day with the dog and a rake. He sniffed it out!