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by robsmuddygloves
Sun Apr 15, 2018 6:28 pm
Forum: Routes
Topic: Calling all Norfolk riders- advice sought
Replies: 3
Views: 1817

Re: Calling all Norfolk riders- advice sought

Cheers for the advice johnnystorm, as you said the route was a sloppy mud fest, extremely enjoyable nonetheless. Just to let you know, the Spar at Castle acre has closed, soon to be a fish and chip shop apparently. We ended up finding a lovely quiet copse on the Peddars way near Ringstead to bivvy i...
by robsmuddygloves
Sat Apr 07, 2018 9:36 pm
Forum: Routes
Topic: Calling all Norfolk riders- advice sought
Replies: 3
Views: 1817

Calling all Norfolk riders- advice sought

Hello all, I've recently moved to the flat lands and will be setting off on my first ever multi day bivvy with a mate, along Peddars way, from Knettishall to Holme, very tame I admit. I was just wondering if anyone would be able to let me know of any decent bivvy spots either end of the route? Here'...
by robsmuddygloves
Sat Sep 30, 2017 1:13 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: The price of stuff.
Replies: 60
Views: 10163

Re: The price of stuff.

As has been said price is relative. For me personally, with two boys, one home educated by my wife and the other a toddler, my money is not my own. This has definitely helped me appreciate the kit I do have, but it has to be durable, certainly not the lightest, but it has to do. Plus, once I'm on my...
by robsmuddygloves
Tue Apr 11, 2017 10:11 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Adventure/Gravel/Cyclocross bike choices for bikepacking use
Replies: 36
Views: 7572

Re: Adventure/Gravel/Cyclocross bike choices for bikepacking

If it wasn't my money, course not :wink: . The thing is, each individual's experience on a bike differs hugely, probably best to get out there and try some different bikes. :-bd
by robsmuddygloves
Tue Apr 11, 2017 9:31 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Adventure/Gravel/Cyclocross bike choices for bikepacking use
Replies: 36
Views: 7572

Re: Adventure/Gravel/Cyclocross bike choices for bikepacking

I've got a vagabond, as said before, a bit weighty, but it never ceases to put a smile on my face.
by robsmuddygloves
Tue Mar 28, 2017 9:15 pm
Forum: Your Trips & Adventures
Topic: Todays ride
Replies: 3325
Views: 663850

Re: Todays ride

Beautiful bikes and photos Johnclimber! On the last two photos, what handlebars are those, they look ideal for one of my bikes. Cheers
by robsmuddygloves
Tue Mar 28, 2017 8:58 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: So I've got the chance of a new...
Replies: 4
Views: 1088

Re: So I've got the chance of a new...

Hi, I've got last years vagabond, basically the same spec, and I really enjoy it. I hadn't used bar end shifters before but am definitely a convert. Riding on the drops is fine for me, though I do want to change to a more flared handlebar. From my perspective it rides well, the frame is compact and ...
by robsmuddygloves
Sun Sep 11, 2016 11:36 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: Genesis Vagabond thoughts?
Replies: 7
Views: 1602

Re: Genesis Vagabond thoughts?

Hi, newcomer to the forum. I've recently got a vagabond and can say it's a fun and responsive bike, works well on a variety of terrains and seems to take luggage well. I will be changing out the stock handlebars for a more flared version, just personal preference, but I am really enjoying it. As the...