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- Mon Oct 14, 2019 9:50 pm
- Forum: Anyone playing out?
- Topic: Highland fling 1000
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2679
- Sat Oct 12, 2019 9:57 pm
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: Powerbank tip
- Replies: 13
- Views: 4186
Re: Powerbank tip
Why is there a 1A port if it is so lame?
- Wed Oct 09, 2019 7:10 pm
- Forum: Your Trips & Adventures
- Topic: Diary of a Randonneur
- Replies: 84
- Views: 21682
Re: Diary of a Randonneur
I find the rules and points system of Audax incredibly confusing.
How is randonee different?
How is randonee different?
- Mon Aug 19, 2019 8:07 pm
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: Usa
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2784
Re: Usa
Very fond of many places in the USA, especially Colorado, but extremely unlikely to visit until the currency exchange rate returns to what I would consider a reasonable level!
- Mon Aug 12, 2019 10:22 pm
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: Wildcat are back!
- Replies: 27
- Views: 6646
Re: Wildcat are back!
Hurrah!
Proper custom bags are bag, so no need to order any more Alpkit crap!
Proper custom bags are bag, so no need to order any more Alpkit crap!
- Tue Jul 30, 2019 7:24 pm
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: Slovenia / Croatia intel
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2843
Re: Slovenia / Croatia intel
Watching as I also hope to do a similar thing in early September. Dolomites / Slovenia; currently in Austria, but on the wrong route!
- Sat Jul 20, 2019 3:30 pm
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: Tri-bar curious
- Replies: 20
- Views: 3644
Re: Tri-bar curious
I have a set of USE Boost Bars but found the rests can slip a bit if used on really bumpy ground. I have the same bars on my gravel bike; super-light, great (when they work) on road, but I wouldn’t use them on trails. Don’t fit them all the time; for example, TNR didn’t have enough flat to make the...
- Sat Jul 20, 2019 2:59 pm
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: GB Divide
- Replies: 45
- Views: 8906
Re: GB Divide
So e good insight from the EF racing team here: https://www.efprocycling.com/gbduro/ And a movie of Lachlan’s ride here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e74xncSCoqw I think the route philosophy is very sound; nothing worse than an event that deliberately uses crappy terrain just for the sake of it.....
- Thu Jul 11, 2019 7:32 pm
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: Magnetic usb charging lead
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2100
Re: Magnetic usb charging lead
Recently had this very problem with a Garmin 520+
This looks like an excellent solution - take my money now!
This looks like an excellent solution - take my money now!
- Tue Jul 02, 2019 11:51 pm
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: Campervan mattress
- Replies: 14
- Views: 3984
Re: Campervan mattress
I found this company very reasonable and will cut to any size http://www.breasley.co.uk/contact.html And they've innovative class leaders: "IN 1992 BREASLEY BECAME THE FIRST COMPANY IN THE UK TO PRODUCE CONVERTED, 3-DIMENSIONAL NOVELTY SPONGES." But are they any good? Found loads of compa...
- Tue Jul 02, 2019 11:44 pm
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: Tour Divide 2019
- Replies: 786
- Views: 143102
Re: Tour Divide 2019
Should have clarified my terminology Bikepacking = racing (in the context of my observation) Professional = anybody getting a reward for their participation in the ‘sport’’ (including freebies*). Not a definitive definition, just my opinion, based upon how the IOC used to view the distinction betwee...
- Mon Jul 01, 2019 10:33 pm
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: Tour Divide 2019
- Replies: 786
- Views: 143102
Re: Tour Divide 2019
Just read that bit on the Radavist. Interesting, and if it is true, JP is emerging as the Lance Armstrong of bikepacking (it was never about the drugs). I hope his inappropriate and hypocritical comments are investigated by his sponsors, and, if validated, lead to a termination of their relationshi...
- Mon Jul 01, 2019 11:37 am
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: Campervan mattress
- Replies: 14
- Views: 3984
Re: Campervan mattress
We got a custom cut one for our van as it’s also the chairs when in bed mode. It’s far more comfortable than our bed at home and we both sleep very well on it. If you want I can try to find the supplier’s details for you. It was expensive though, about £300 but worth every penny. Definitely would b...
- Mon Jul 01, 2019 7:44 am
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: Campervan mattress
- Replies: 14
- Views: 3984
Re: Campervan mattress
Thanks for the steer, Colin. That wouldn’t fit in the van and I’ve used all sorts of similar camp beds in the last none of which Worked for me!
- Mon Jul 01, 2019 12:34 am
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: Campervan mattress
- Replies: 14
- Views: 3984
Campervan mattress
Sorry to hijack the forum for what is the most tenuous connection to Bikepacking. I struggle to sleep on anything but my super comfortable bed at home. Legacy of back injuries that are not getting any better. The standard cheap mattress in my campervan is not cutting the mustard. I know there are so...
- Mon Jul 01, 2019 12:27 am
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: Dynaplug users?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2434
Re: Dynaplug users?
I was aiming for 22psi and they began to eject at around 27 or 28. I don’t understand? Had a bad rear sidewall puncture on last day of Colorado trail, which I sealed with two plugs, but could only run at v.low pressure - I guess 15psi or less on a 2.2 tyre. Amazed that it survived about 50km of mos...
- Sat Jun 29, 2019 8:06 pm
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: Tour Divide 2019
- Replies: 786
- Views: 143102
Re: Tour Divide 2019
Just read that bit on the Radavist. Interesting, and if it is true, JP is emerging as the Lance Armstrong of bikepacking (it was never about the drugs). I hope his inappropriate and hypocritical comments are investigated by his sponsors, and, if validated, lead to a termination of their relationship...
- Wed Jun 26, 2019 10:30 pm
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: TransAlp
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2692
Re: TransAlp
Thanks again for more gems. How could I forget to consult Hans Rey; is there anywhere he hasn’t been?! Unfortunately I have spent enough time biving on bike trips to know exactly how it impacts me (spinal injury legacy). I will do it when necessary, but prefer to avoid, particularly when huts are in...
- Wed Jun 26, 2019 11:19 am
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: Tour Divide 2019
- Replies: 786
- Views: 143102
Re: Tour Divide 2019
I rarely take any interest in the TD, but this year really is unfolding into the most dramatic of events! So sad to hear about the unbelievable issues encountered by some incredible riders, forcing early retirement, but also great to see so many overcoming these ridiculous conditions. Will be very i...
- Wed Jun 26, 2019 11:03 am
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: TransAlp
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2692
Re: TransAlp
Thanks for the feedback. The German books are, unfortunately, no use to me! Whilst I have enjoyed many cycling trips in the French side of the Alps, the little I have done in Italy makes me want to go back there. Gairy - I think you understand the sort of riding I am after - not unlike yourself, I w...
- Tue Jun 25, 2019 9:02 pm
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: Getting from Durango back to Denver
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1551
Re: Getting from Durango back to Denver
Last year I got a hire car and did a gentle road trip over a week, which was a nice way to finish the trip.
- Tue Jun 25, 2019 2:38 pm
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: TransAlp
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2692
TransAlp
Planning a late summer trip in the Alps, probably a point-to-point route. I want to ride as much singletrack with as little hiking as possible. Not really a proper grungy bikepacking trip as I intend to stay in refuges, etc along the way to minimize kit carried and maximize the riding fun on a capab...
- Tue Jun 25, 2019 2:26 pm
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: reccomendations. Shorts that look normal
- Replies: 22
- Views: 4856
Re: reccomendations. Shorts that look normal
Assos do some great casual style shorts. Not cheap, obviously, but often discounted on the archive part of their website.
- Wed Jun 12, 2019 12:05 am
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: Gravel Routes, Mallorca
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1060
Re: Gravel Routes, Mallorca
If it's a gravel event you are looking for:
https://www.torosdegravel.com/
Includes links to some 'warm-up' rides on the island.
I think this is the same route as Duncan's wikiloc link.
Details for this years event are sketchy, but loads of positive feedback on last years ride.
https://www.torosdegravel.com/
Includes links to some 'warm-up' rides on the island.
I think this is the same route as Duncan's wikiloc link.
Details for this years event are sketchy, but loads of positive feedback on last years ride.
- Tue Jun 11, 2019 11:43 pm
- Forum: General banter
- Topic: New Route in Central Spain
- Replies: 102
- Views: 21873
Re: New Route in Central Spain
Sounds like yet another great Spanish ride, and would love to join you all (despite the Gelato famine), but I have work commitments that week, which I doubt I can wriggle out of!
Have fun!
Have fun!