I did once buy a couple of 'shimano' chains from china. Looked identcal to the real thing but after sticking the chain checker on them they want straight in the bin as they were longer than a badly worn chain.....I did get a full refund after threatening to report the seller.

Has anyone produced a gpx for the whole outer loop yet? If so could i get a copy please.

In liking the Alpkit Drift. Washable cover and 100g. On sale at the moment.

I do like a conti x-king 2.4 protection

How about another dictionary themed t-shirt
bikepacker .n
Like a normal cyclist but dirtier
Or select your own adjective
smellier, tougher,weirder etc

You can waterproof a normal OS map with a waterproofing spray like Grangers or similar. I did it years ago and worked a treat. Cant remember what I used though. Google it and theres plenty of info on doing it online.

Backcountry Navigator app is good but does require a mobile signal. You can download a gpx to it and view at 1:25000 for the whole of the uk. Useful at night to view the following days route.....if you've got a signal

I'll take it please for £130

Still got a 9spd triple here on my 29er. Only had 1 front mech mishap in 30 years and I can always find just the right gear.

Not mine but I know they are popular on here

https://singletrackworld.com/classified ... ment-23818

Nothing to do with me but may be of interest. Bit too much sweep for me

https://singletrackworld.com/classified ... rbon-bars/

Singular Swift steel forks. 485mmc-c. A good quality fork.

Mk1 Swift forks any good to you? Short steerer though, 170mm I think

Alpkit in Betws y Coed have bargain corner X_X theres a bin full of forks, some bargain full carbon Camino forks QR for £50, Orbit 700c rims a tenner, Rumpus rims where dirt cheap( forgot how much) 38c gravelkings ext for £25,bags and clothes reduced, 29x2.4 wtb trailboss wired £35 a pair etc etc. W...

I had a similar experience on Yr Wyddfa aswell. I decided to ride/push up to the summit from Llanberis and whilst riding the last 2-300meters the train chugged passed loaded with Americans all gawping at me. I'd just sat down and was instantly surrounded by XXXL stone washed denim, fat bellies, tenn...

I remember being absolutely stuffed. Oh ye the kitten
Email received I'll be in touch when I'm back at work.

Thanks for that Duncan. Ernesto is a thoroughly nice bloke.Good to see the route is having a positive impact on the area. It's a fantastic part of spain and anyone thinking of riding the MV will not be disappointed . And that breakfast at Bar Papi

If anyone with the computer wizardry skills can produce a GPX of the outermost track I'd be very interested. Its gotta be the Polar Bear for a dec/Jan attempt. URSA Major is v clever too but I imagine it's going to be alot like the 4 corners of hell when riding!

If you're using tubes and not fussed about being lightweight I'd be going for schwalbe smart Sam's 700x40c.

Hi. Yes that sounds like it should be ok. If not I'll pass it on to Mark.
If you PM you details I'll send some postage money. Cheers. Hux

Hi. Interested in this please if it's still available. Could you just tell me the pit to pit measurement please. Hux

Silkolene Pro RG2 or Mobilgrease XHP222 (Hope use it apparently)

Deschutes user here

So I've managed to bust 1 of the 3/4 cam lock buckles on my Pika....again! Does anyone know if there are any spares available anywhere. Cant find any after a quick look online.I used Backcountry Scot last time but they appear to be out of stock

You can convert an old Hope Pro2 hub to 11speed by using a pro3 freehub on it aswell.