Fwiw Ton, I have been running two bikes with belt drive a 700x35 hybrid and a cube 29er which I use on and off road. I Agree, expensive investment,but cheaper long term. However,not totally maintenance free. Needs to be cleaned with small brush and water, especially if clogged with mud etc. Off road...

Once a year remove ebb assembly,it allows any water out that may be trapped in seat,down and chain stay tubes. Clean and dry everything,smear of grease on mating surfaces, reassemble,and retension belt /chain. Using verniers is a faff. (Yes I learnt the hard way too! ) :roll: Just buy a park chain w...

"haunted"

Actually that was the reason to visit it with my mates originally in the 70's as a teenager,we obviously tried to scare each other during Halloween and other times of the year!

Great times the late seventies,punk,ska etc......

Thought you might know Reg! Are the ruins still there? The 80's was the last time I went there. Or is it a housing estate? Perhaps I should revisit it! By the way boner's, I am not endorsing riding on or off road without lights. :o . I admit I have been riding for 40+ years with my lights off during...

Shame I have missed the banter lately. Father has been in and out of hospital. However,this is a great topic. Night rides. Unfortunately I am a morning person,but I really enjoy riding in complete darkness if moon is out. During lockdown. It was fantastic! Absolutely no background noise. No cars,not...

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Mon Sep 28, 2020 2:43 pm

Not really Rohloff's fault but if you do get one, make sure you avoid SJS Cycles. I wanted to order a small paper gasket and drain plug screw to do an oil change, the cost of the parts is a fiver, they quoted £38 for postage and wouldn't budge when I queried it.

GULP!!

Main cons are weight and drag in the lower 7 gears, initial cost. Pros are low maintenance,ease of maintenance (oil change ) long service life, (claims of 100,000+ miles) A lot of round the world riders have used them. Can be used with gates belt drive instead of chain drive for even lower maintenan...

This rain is tiring....
....time for a bit of 80's goth, Camden town,the lyceum,Bowes Lyon in Stevenage etc. Virgin Prunes if I die I die. Walls of Jericho.... Xmal Duetchland...incubus sucubus.... Alien sex fiend....

Must join this ti party! I have never had any issues with a ti frame . 1/ A litespeed ghisallo 2002. Classic round tubed version. Other than wear and tear items,it performs like new. Has currently a sram force groupset, campagnolo record or super record mechanical upgrade is due... finally! Probably...

Jerseys arrived,thanks Stu.
Will wear one on weekend ride.
Classy.... befitting of ditch dwellers entering posh pubs!

WOW! Techno.
I was even fooled for a while.
Not a big strangler fan,but it did make me think "did they cover a Brubeck track?"


Excellent find!

Psling has made an important point. A service prior to long term storage is a good idea if you have the tools. Removal of seatpost ,BB and steering bearings,brake pads,clean, inspect,regrease (not the pads)and reassemble, will guarantee bike is ready to ride after storage. It's also good practice to...

Most of my bikes are hung in shed or garage. (Some above my motorbikes) :shock: Two ti bikes, various Ali and steel ones . All with wheels fitted. Hooks from the rafters. To protect paint the hooks have inner tubes wrapped around them if not plastic coated. Some have a strap looped around top tube t...

There are also two types of Shimano SPD cleats ,STD (black) and a commuter version (silver) . The STD version engages firmly and requires a larger arc to release,better for MTB / aggressive / sport type riding. The commuter version,feels looser,it requires a small arc to release and it can also be r...

Hi Harry.
Am based in North Herts/Beds.
Probably just about within your area.

Chater Lea.... The company was in Letchworth garden city. I always liked Chater Lea components, lovely stainless steel. As a kid I remember a few local guys having bikes with campagnolo components and Chater Lea . Both attractive in their own way. Quite heavy though, not for weight weenie's! The bui...

Nice little mix KQ.
Takes me back to my childhood.
Just listening to classic 2 tone ,
May lead to some Trojan tracks!

.... important information....

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jR7ENFj ... e=youtu.be

Great photo K1100T.
Looked a bit like that at the end of yesterday's ride.
By the time I had showered,the heavens opened!! Phew!

Hey Shaf,
Is that vinegar in the camelback?

Advise you convert the carrier,then the sprockets will be easy to replace. The first time I rotated a sprocket and fitted a new chain it felt rough through the pedals. I just replace the sprocket and chain now. The big bang happen every time I replaced the sprocket,caused a few grazed knuckles and c...

Unfortunately lost my lengthy 1st day report as I typed it... :roll: So here is summary. Acepac bar harness,large fuel tank,fat bottle bag. Today's ride 62miles ,33% off road. After adjusting straps during ride ,everything performed without drama...as it should! I think a d-widgit would prevent wear...

orange long johns

sunglasses required!.

As if Stu hasn't enough on his plate!!

Am interested RP.
can you pm me photo?
Thanks