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by ootini
Sat Jan 14, 2023 10:23 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: PX Dropbar silkroad
Replies: 7
Views: 796

Re: PX Dropbar silkroad

Euge wrote: Fri Oct 07, 2022 4:37 pm
ootini wrote: Thu Sep 29, 2022 7:05 am Does anyone have any experience of this bike ?

https://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/CBTISRRIV ... nture-bike

Edit, title now fixed :grin:
I have a flat (Jones) bar version.
How do you find it? Felt the need to upgrade it in any way?
by ootini
Fri Jan 13, 2023 12:23 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Fat Fighters '23
Replies: 483
Views: 88371

Re: Fat Fighters '23

Target = 75kg

06/01/23 = 85.1kg
13/01/23 = 84.5kg
by ootini
Thu Jan 12, 2023 11:51 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: What's the default GPS recommendation nowadays?
Replies: 40
Views: 3040

Re: What's the default GPS recommendation nowadays?

FWIW, I use an old Samsung S7 phone, in an SPconnect case (similar to quadlock, but more robust) this makes it waterproof and provides a clamping mechanism. I mount it on the stemcap on the gravel bike and stem on the fatbike. Yes i uses the SP system but the phone cradle[waterproof phone] - its in...
by ootini
Mon Jan 09, 2023 4:48 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Mtb/flat pedals
Replies: 8
Views: 553

Re: Mtb/flat pedals

I used to use Love Mud (Alpkit) Jekyll SPD single sided pedals. Recently I've gone to flats and ditched SPDs altogether.

The Jekylls have been well used, but you're welcome to them for free if you want them ? But, if you want top quality, I'd go with the Shimano T8000s Ton recommended.
by ootini
Mon Jan 09, 2023 4:43 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: What's the default GPS recommendation nowadays?
Replies: 40
Views: 3040

Re: What's the default GPS recommendation nowadays?

FWIW, I use an old Samsung S7 phone, in an SPconnect case (similar to quadlock, but more robust) this makes it waterproof and provides a clamping mechanism. I mount it on the stemcap on the gravel bike and stem on the fatbike. I don't use the screen constantly, I fire up the screen as and when I nee...
by ootini
Fri Jan 06, 2023 1:19 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Pole bag... with webbing
Replies: 13
Views: 719

Re: Pole bag... with webbing

woodsmith wrote: Fri Jan 06, 2023 10:59 am Maybe you could improvise with a length of old inner tube to begin with.
Now, that is a pretty good idea, and i get to avoid sending something to landfill!
by ootini
Fri Jan 06, 2023 9:59 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: Fat Fighters '23
Replies: 483
Views: 88371

Re: Fat Fighters '23

Target = 75kg

06/01/23 = 85.1kg
by ootini
Fri Jan 06, 2023 9:44 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: Pole bag... with webbing
Replies: 13
Views: 719

Re: Pole bag... with webbing

Bearbonesnorm wrote: Thu Jan 05, 2023 5:47 pm I'll do you one if you give me some dimensions Dave.
I appreciate that Stu. I'll do some measuring and let you know. It's for the carbon Poles you made me last year.
by ootini
Thu Jan 05, 2023 5:19 pm
Forum: Anyone playing out?
Topic: Chester to Ludlow via Snowdonia.
Replies: 21
Views: 5457

Re: Chester to Ludlow via Snowdonia.

PM'd you on here
by ootini
Thu Jan 05, 2023 4:21 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Pole bag... with webbing
Replies: 13
Views: 719

Re: Pole bag... with webbing

woodsmith wrote: Thu Jan 05, 2023 4:19 pm Looks like the ideal project to get you started on MYOG
I know, I did think that too ... :???:
by ootini
Thu Jan 05, 2023 4:06 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Pole bag... with webbing
Replies: 13
Views: 719

Pole bag... with webbing

I'm rejigging some of my kit and fancy mounting my tent Poles on the underside of my downtube, using those little butterfly bracket things... https://www.bearbonesbikepacking.co.uk/product/bow-tie-strap-anchors/ For obvious reasons, I'd like them in a bag to stop mud n poo, but would also like a str...
by ootini
Thu Jan 05, 2023 3:23 pm
Forum: Anyone playing out?
Topic: Chester to Ludlow via Snowdonia.
Replies: 21
Views: 5457

Re: Chester to Ludlow via Snowdonia.

Only ever used big, family campsites near Bala.
As per Facebook, I've sent you a message on FB messenger re the section from Flint to Dyserth.
by ootini
Wed Jan 04, 2023 6:02 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: How to.... Take your bike on a plane
Replies: 23
Views: 1811

Re: How to.... Take your bike on a plane

Only done Iceland with the bike, so here's my bit... •Recommended airlines Flew with Easyjet. No issues except don't put your tent pegs or torque wrench in your hand luggage! •Excess baggage. Going out was fine as I could weigh the box at home, however on the return we (JC & me) had to pay extr...
by ootini
Wed Jan 04, 2023 5:58 pm
Forum: Routes
Topic: Glasgow to Adrossan - Advice?
Replies: 4
Views: 3744

Re: Glasgow to Adrossan - Advice?

Brilliant. Thanks for this everyone.
by ootini
Wed Jan 04, 2023 5:19 pm
Forum: Routes
Topic: Glasgow to Adrossan - Advice?
Replies: 4
Views: 3744

Glasgow to Adrossan - Advice?

Hello.
For those familiar with the area, what would be the suggested route to cycle from Glasgow City centre to Ardrossan? NCN route 7? Ayr Road? Other?

Thanks
by ootini
Wed Jan 04, 2023 10:50 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: 2023 - Plans, rides and things to look forward to
Replies: 36
Views: 2057

Re: 2023 - Plans, rides and things to look forward to

Leerowe76 wrote: Sat Dec 31, 2022 5:33 am plotting a route of North Wales castles currently unsure which path to take on this tho mtb or roadie
I've planned something similar to this. Let me know if you want to discuss best options etc.
by ootini
Wed Jan 04, 2023 10:27 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: 2023 - Plans, rides and things to look forward to
Replies: 36
Views: 2057

Re: 2023 - Plans, rides and things to look forward to

So I ticked off a few of my '22 ambitions, but not all. Here's the '23 list. Get to my target body weight, and / or body shape. Do the WRT, obviously. Sort my gear out to make it 3-4 season compatible and maybe start BAM. Do more bikepacking with my son. Myself and a couple of other boners plan to d...
by ootini
Tue Jan 03, 2023 4:44 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Fat Fighters '23
Replies: 483
Views: 88371

Re: Fat Fighters '23

I'll be weighing in on Friday. I'm sticking with 2022's goal. However, I'm also considering tracking lifting goals too, and not worrying about loss of body weight so much.
by ootini
Sat Dec 31, 2022 2:02 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Fat Fighters '22 - (The year of victory edition!)
Replies: 466
Views: 32645

Re: Fat Fighters '22 - (The year of victory edition!)

Target = 75kg 02/01/22 = 89.9kg 07/01/22 = 90.5kg 14/01/22 = 88.8kg 21/01/22 = 88.3kg 28/01/22 = 88.0kg 04/02/22 = 87.5kg 11/02/22 = 87.3kg 18/02/22 = 86.6kg 25/02/22 = 86.3kg 04/03/22 = 85.8kg 11/03/22 = 84.7kg 18/03/22 = 85.1kg 25/03/22 = 85.5kg 01/04/22 = 85.3kg 08/04/22 = 84.8kg 15/04/22 = 84.4k...
by ootini
Thu Dec 22, 2022 9:07 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: Fat Fighters '22 - (The year of victory edition!)
Replies: 466
Views: 32645

Re: Fat Fighters '22 - (The year of victory edition!)

It's my band's Xmas do tonight, so I'm checking in a day early... Target = 75kg 02/01/22 = 89.9kg 07/01/22 = 90.5kg 14/01/22 = 88.8kg 21/01/22 = 88.3kg 28/01/22 = 88.0kg 04/02/22 = 87.5kg 11/02/22 = 87.3kg 18/02/22 = 86.6kg 25/02/22 = 86.3kg 04/03/22 = 85.8kg 11/03/22 = 84.7kg 18/03/22 = 85.1kg 25/0...
by ootini
Wed Dec 21, 2022 4:54 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Insulated bottle recommendations
Replies: 12
Views: 676

Re: Insulated bottle recommendations

Shewie wrote: Wed Dec 21, 2022 9:54 am I'm a big fan of the Thermos Ultimate, been using them for years in various sizes
Does it fit in a standard bottle cage?
by ootini
Wed Dec 21, 2022 4:53 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Insulated bottle recommendations
Replies: 12
Views: 676

Re: Insulated bottle recommendations

Thanks all. I'll have a look through the options.
by ootini
Wed Dec 21, 2022 9:02 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: Insulated bottle recommendations
Replies: 12
Views: 676

Insulated bottle recommendations

For a brew on the go, without the faff of making a brew, I'm thinking of grabbing an insulated bottle / flask. What's good ?

Cheers
by ootini
Fri Dec 16, 2022 3:45 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Fat Fighters '22 - (The year of victory edition!)
Replies: 466
Views: 32645

Re: Fat Fighters '22 - (The year of victory edition!)

Target = 75kg 02/01/22 = 89.9kg 07/01/22 = 90.5kg 14/01/22 = 88.8kg 21/01/22 = 88.3kg 28/01/22 = 88.0kg 04/02/22 = 87.5kg 11/02/22 = 87.3kg 18/02/22 = 86.6kg 25/02/22 = 86.3kg 04/03/22 = 85.8kg 11/03/22 = 84.7kg 18/03/22 = 85.1kg 25/03/22 = 85.5kg 01/04/22 = 85.3kg 08/04/22 = 84.8kg 15/04/22 = 84.4k...
by ootini
Fri Dec 16, 2022 8:34 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: Helmet strap - Stubble
Replies: 8
Views: 540

Re: Helmet strap - Stubble

Thanks for the suggestions folks. I'll see if I can wrap it in something.