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by samwise
Thu Jul 13, 2023 10:37 am
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: WTD: Headset, Hope QR end caps, Shimano cranks.
Replies: 4
Views: 353

Re: WTD: Headset, Hope QR end caps, Shimano cranks.

Cranks and headset sorted! @Lazarus YGM :-bd
by samwise
Mon Jul 10, 2023 6:54 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: WTD: Headset, Hope QR end caps, Shimano cranks.
Replies: 4
Views: 353

WTD: Headset, Hope QR end caps, Shimano cranks.

Hello,

I'm after a few bits for a cheapish SS build on an old Surly KM frame.

1 1/8" Headset.

Hope front QR end caps for pro 2 evo

Shimano Cranks

Let me know what you have :-bd

Thanks.
Sam
by samwise
Mon Jun 26, 2023 3:03 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: sleep set up for nights like this ?
Replies: 9
Views: 677

Re: sleep set up for nights like this ?

A bug net (MSR Mesh house Thru Hiker or equivalent) and optional quilt has worked for me on warm dry nights :grin:
by samwise
Sat Jun 03, 2023 9:28 am
Forum: General banter
Topic: Bargain Alert Thread
Replies: 4932
Views: 1219606

Re: Bargain Alert Thread

Valley & Peak have some ex demo stock available. Sierra Designs, Big Agnes, MSR etc.

You'll need to email them for an up to date list.

support@valleyandpeak.co.uk
by samwise
Thu May 18, 2023 8:35 am
Forum: Your Trips & Adventures
Topic: Bivvy a month 2023.
Replies: 1037
Views: 197792

Re: Bivvy a month 2023.

Back in Essex for 5/12 A short spin to a local pub to meet Andy for a pint before we headed to find a spot for the night. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/AJFCJaWpi3dXXWd0YxVR9l946ZzDeamJt3OMqJoMA5IFdi-64fsg5lbdHOO5-vwpaMmlsNp8pygBg34f87HKaLCPbwCoGb8EidV3ImAwYBkmHxoJMmlydJwmmqy3xrnZvr3m4350Oc64U...
by samwise
Tue May 16, 2023 3:23 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: New bothy for Scotland.
Replies: 13
Views: 1422

Re: New bothy for Scotland.

boxelder wrote: Tue May 16, 2023 1:18 pm Not this bothy, but nearby.......
Anyone noticed that on the 1:25k OS, Bob Scott's is marked on the wrong side of the river/burn?
Yeah I spotted this a couple of years go! I did report to OS but got no response. :geek:
by samwise
Sun May 14, 2023 4:05 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: WTD: Hope Pro 2 EVO Shimano Freehub
Replies: 0
Views: 591

WTD: Hope Pro 2 EVO Shimano Freehub

Hi All.

Has anyone got a spare Hope Pro 2 EVO Shimano freehub before I order one?

Part numbers are HUB523/520 for steel/alloy (I think!)

Thanks,
Sam
by samwise
Tue May 09, 2023 9:09 am
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: FS Sawyer Mini Filter
Replies: 0
Views: 549

FS Sawyer Mini Filter

Sawyer mini filter with original packaging, cleaning syringe and 2 64oz squeeze pouches. Used for 2 trips but tend to use my Befree filter instead now. £20 posted https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/AJFCJaVa0FzvoeslPFLFUhsts6EaNcI7qHjGTJy9Kl-r86ei11d9PuURIPdQXdLqdRGR-t4PeCCz7etJl8Z8SFBpq07VrW3Kji6K...
by samwise
Fri May 05, 2023 3:08 pm
Forum: Your Trips & Adventures
Topic: Cairngorms Looping
Replies: 8
Views: 1106

Re: Cairngorms Looping

Bearlegged wrote: Fri May 05, 2023 3:05 pm Looks great/cold and wet. Video is noce too, I especially like red bike Matt's cheery disposition.
Thanks :-bd
by samwise
Fri May 05, 2023 2:50 pm
Forum: Your Trips & Adventures
Topic: Cairngorms Looping
Replies: 8
Views: 1106

Re: Cairngorms Looping

:-bd A good winter assault on the route :grin: No midges! Pick your poison? :lol: I did the eroded footpath section in the dark, probably best as then you cant see the drop :lol: As for the ITT route off Glen Tilt... unless you're doing an ITT I'd recommend continuing down Glen Tilt* * I've not rid...
by samwise
Fri May 05, 2023 12:12 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: FS: Bibs & Knee Pads
Replies: 7
Views: 464

Re: FS: Bibs & Knee Pads

thenorthwind wrote: Fri May 05, 2023 12:11 pm I'll take the Bliss pads if CJR61 doesn't please.
Taken I'm afraid!
by samwise
Fri May 05, 2023 11:50 am
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: FS: Bibs & Knee Pads
Replies: 7
Views: 464

Re: FS: Bibs & Knee Pads

Any pics of the Bliss knee pads? Any damage? Cheers Here ya go! Used but no damage and with original mesh bag. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/AJFCJaX3VbCANqdi7wENMcvfL5GdpEUlAwmnOwg2NmNJJy-KnouWMN0o6L1mQ2i4c1Q-nKzsJkl7oEpIcU4FG-6NpRDMGcQoTeNd6Gnoi24UdnvS6t_OHMw20FP58lFFPXTTeoTse3joXEUY7Nf0GTj...
by samwise
Fri May 05, 2023 11:45 am
Forum: Your Trips & Adventures
Topic: Cairngorms Looping
Replies: 8
Views: 1106

Cairngorms Looping

I thought I would share a few words, some photos and a video of my recent trip up to the Cairngorms to ride the inner & outer loops with two friends Matt & Matt! We decided to ride this over 5 days so we could take out time and enjoy the scenery. Day 1 - After a sleepless night on the sleepe...
by samwise
Fri May 05, 2023 8:49 am
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: FS: Bibs & Knee Pads
Replies: 7
Views: 464

FS: Bibs & Knee Pads

Bliss Protection Knee Pads - I cant find a size marked on these but they are possibly a M/L - £10 posted SOLD https://blisscamp.com/uk/minimalist-knieschoner?c=5 RaceFace Charge Soft Knee Pads XL - £10 posted https://www.raceface.com/products/charge-knee?variant=39358157586514 Pearl Izumi Cargo Line...
by samwise
Mon May 01, 2023 6:48 pm
Forum: Your Trips & Adventures
Topic: Bivvy a month 2023.
Replies: 1037
Views: 197792

Re: Bivvy a month 2023.

Beautiful photos samwise! Apologies for hijacking, but looks like you've got an alpkit ordos and just wondered how you find it? I've got one too and seem to have a 50/50 success rate with getting the weird crucifix poles at the back end pitched properly. I've had no issues with pitching as long as ...
by samwise
Mon May 01, 2023 3:12 pm
Forum: Your Trips & Adventures
Topic: Bivvy a month 2023.
Replies: 1037
Views: 197792

Re: Bivvy a month 2023.

4/12 - A dry but chilly night out on Wed 26th. Riding the Cairngorms Loop with two friends. We spend the first night near Drakes bothy :grin: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/AJFCJaWxgARy2WHlockNkS_SustIj7JfDosWyOMSm37FwLOUFKvDR8JSmu_xZBgTgcSH_ebwlp92UcyCqewjhywVvtr32I4NahptG-3zva7hvujv1M5FeAhf...
by samwise
Sun Apr 30, 2023 8:22 pm
Forum: Your Trips & Adventures
Topic: Bivvy a month 2023.
Replies: 1037
Views: 197792

Re: Bivvy a month 2023.

4/12 - A dry but chilly night out on Wed 26th. Riding the Cairngorms Loop with two friends. We spend the first night near Drakes bothy :grin: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/AJFCJaWxgARy2WHlockNkS_SustIj7JfDosWyOMSm37FwLOUFKvDR8JSmu_xZBgTgcSH_ebwlp92UcyCqewjhywVvtr32I4NahptG-3zva7hvujv1M5FeAhfp...
by samwise
Thu Apr 13, 2023 8:24 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: WTD. Used 650b/27.5 tyres for pub bike build
Replies: 5
Views: 309

Re: WTD. Used 650b/27.5 tyres for pub bike build

I've got a pair of Travail Sparwoods 2.1" in black if any good? They have got few dynaplugs in them.....
by samwise
Tue Apr 11, 2023 10:18 am
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: Minoura Head Space Mount Thingy
Replies: 0
Views: 245

Minoura Head Space Mount Thingy

Surplus to requirements. Test fitted once but unridden.

https://www.sjscycles.co.uk/accessories ... ace-mount/

£8 posted.

Cheers,
Sam
by samwise
Tue Mar 28, 2023 9:06 am
Forum: Your Trips & Adventures
Topic: Bivvy a month 2023.
Replies: 1037
Views: 197792

Re: Bivvy a month 2023.

3/12 - Another after work outing to a hedge in North Essex. Left the office at 5.30pm and headed to a local pub for a pint and some thai food. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/AMWts8BxUrylg_PTqHYvR92Tz_TDkqEYcdfrfSG2-ePa_8SaOp-YWe_FuebQMoS6pf3MwF86jH7hciluI7dfDwEjAAL8AuhKAcdY6_KjM9cbWnzyqlYAxgEU...
by samwise
Mon Mar 20, 2023 10:24 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: WTD: Velocity Blunt 35 - 29"
Replies: 3
Views: 276

Re: WTD: Velocity Blunt 35 - 29"

Now sorted with warranty! :-bd Thanks for the reply
by samwise
Thu Mar 16, 2023 7:57 am
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: WTD: Velocity Blunt 35 - 29"
Replies: 3
Views: 276

WTD: Velocity Blunt 35 - 29"

Hi All,

I've got a cracked rim on my rear wheel, so I'm after a replacement velocity Blunt 35 rim (36H). Does anyone happen to have one spare before I buy one?

Thanks.
Sam
by samwise
Tue Feb 28, 2023 9:32 am
Forum: Your Trips & Adventures
Topic: Bivvy a month 2023.
Replies: 1037
Views: 197792

Re: Bivvy a month 2023.

February 2/12 I headed out after dinner to meet a friend on a hill in North Essex. We enjoyed clear skies with views over the M11 and some whiskey hot chocolates in a hedgerow. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/AMWts8C89lxxaruhd01BVq9kHqzVATuXck73h1BWkTbRCGAJZ3CUFPFkbVyviBl7B4jpssC_aE17hUJBrPyLi_...
by samwise
Sun Feb 12, 2023 7:09 pm
Forum: General banter
Topic: Blair Atholl - Locker/Storage/Breakfast
Replies: 0
Views: 173

Blair Atholl - Locker/Storage/Breakfast

Hi All, Heading up to Blair Atholl on the sleeper at the end of April. Arriving at 6.30am. Does anyone know if there is anywhere we could leave a bag for 5 days? A locker or storage? I know the station is too small for that. Also...any recommendations for breakfast at that time? Spar opens at 7am or...