Forum: UK
August 29th 08, 05:27 PM Posted to uk.rec.cycling,uk.legal
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Replies: 24
Views: 937
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Forum: UK
August 29th 08, 09:40 AM Posted to uk.rec.cycling
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Replies: 24
Views: 937
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Forum: UK
August 29th 08, 06:12 AM Posted to uk.rec.cycling
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Replies: 24
Views: 937
Revocation of cycle to work benefits?
After joining the cycle to work scheme earlier this year, my HR
department has recently fired out a couple of warnings that all bikes
purchased 'must be used for 50% of all of your journeys (or...
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Forum: UK
August 28th 08, 08:11 PM Posted to uk.rec.cycling
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Replies: 6
Views: 589
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Forum: UK
August 10th 08, 07:44 PM Posted to uk.rec.cycling
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Replies: 2
Views: 454
Vertical bike
On Aug 10, 7:01 pm, Paul Boyd wrote:
And now for something completely different...
Snapped by my mother on a trip to Holland:-
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Forum: UK
July 31st 08, 10:56 PM Posted to uk.rec.cycling
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Replies: 2
Views: 348
Squeaky B17?
Everything is tight and snug - but my B17 saddle sounds like it's
sawing it's way through a small forest. I've just about got used to
it - but it drives everyone else nuts I'm sure. A common...
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Forum: UK
July 31st 08, 03:24 PM Posted to uk.rec.cycling
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Replies: 22
Views: 601
Recommendation for Commuting Tyres
First couple of times I put Marathons on/off my Brom was an exercise in
blue air in the immediate neighbourhood. *Last time I had to do it the
new one went on with thumbs alone so the...
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Forum: UK
July 29th 08, 06:03 PM Posted to uk.rec.cycling
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Replies: 9
Views: 275
Cork handgrips
On Jul 28, 4:06*pm, David Damerell
wrote:
I know cork handgrips are still made - but does anyone know anyone who
sells them? I'm getting bored of the plastic...
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Forum: UK
July 29th 08, 05:55 PM Posted to uk.rec.cycling
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Replies: 22
Views: 601
Recommendation for Commuting Tyres
On Jul 29, 2:40*pm, wrote:
On Jul 29, 12:51*pm, Tosspot wrote:
* 6,500+ miles on Marathon Pluses without a puncture, look good for
another...
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Forum: UK
July 23rd 08, 12:18 PM Posted to uk.rec.cycling
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Replies: 82
Views: 4,131
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Forum: UK
July 17th 08, 12:40 PM Posted to uk.rec.cycling,rec.bicycles.tech
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Replies: 6
Views: 281
1/8th Chainring in 110 PCD?
On Jul 17, 11:46 am, Rob Morley wrote:
On Thu, 17 Jul 2008 00:49:25 -0700 (PDT)
Duncan Smith wrote:
I'd like to put a single 1/8th...
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Forum: Techniques
July 17th 08, 12:40 PM Posted to uk.rec.cycling,rec.bicycles.tech
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Replies: 6
Views: 455
1/8th Chainring in 110 PCD?
On Jul 17, 11:46 am, Rob Morley wrote:
On Thu, 17 Jul 2008 00:49:25 -0700 (PDT)
Duncan Smith wrote:
I'd like to put a single 1/8th...
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Forum: Techniques
July 17th 08, 08:49 AM Posted to uk.rec.cycling,rec.bicycles.tech
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Replies: 6
Views: 455
1/8th Chainring in 110 PCD?
I'd like to put a single 1/8th chainring onto the MTB which currently
has a PCD of 110mm. Not having much luck tracking one down - the
1/8th rings at ChickenCycles only seem to go down to...
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Forum: UK
July 17th 08, 08:49 AM Posted to uk.rec.cycling,rec.bicycles.tech
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Replies: 6
Views: 281
1/8th Chainring in 110 PCD?
I'd like to put a single 1/8th chainring onto the MTB which currently
has a PCD of 110mm. Not having much luck tracking one down - the
1/8th rings at ChickenCycles only seem to go down to...
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Forum: UK
July 15th 08, 04:32 PM Posted to uk.rec.cycling
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Replies: 1
Views: 355
MTB Frame size for XC Singletrack?
Quick heads up - after some 1-2-1 tuition I'm considering replacing
the frame of a Specialized Rockhopper 2007 for a Cove Stiffee on the
grounds that the more relaxed head angle may be more steady...
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Forum: UK
June 23rd 08, 08:53 AM Posted to uk.rec.cycling
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Replies: 19
Views: 435
Any single-track round Edinburgh
On Jun 23, 7:04*am, soup wrote:
Duncan Smith wrote:
*I was wondering if there were any decent rides/singletrack
that we could get to from the city centre (without...
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Forum: UK
June 22nd 08, 06:18 PM Posted to uk.rec.cycling
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Replies: 19
Views: 435
Any single-track round Edinburgh
I'll be up in Edinburgh for a stag-do in a few weeks time and was
toying with the idea of filling up some day time with hiring a
mountain bike from Biketrax. Not being too familiar with the area,...
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Forum: UK
June 16th 08, 08:00 PM Posted to uk.rec.cycling
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Replies: 14
Views: 499
Best seat
On Jun 15, 10:08 pm, Topref wrote:
I need a new seat on my run-of-the-mill Dawes One-Track bike as I intend
doing quite a few miles in the next few months to help shed the...
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Forum: UK
June 6th 08, 04:08 PM Posted to uk.rec.cycling
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Replies: 10
Views: 430
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Forum: UK
May 27th 08, 09:04 PM Posted to uk.rec.cycling
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Replies: 15
Views: 729
Question about MTB back wheel
On May 27, 9:21 pm, killermike wrote:
Question. I have a 1993 no suspension mountain bike with a ruined rear
axle. The six speed gears are of the freewheel type. If I buy...
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Forum: UK
May 22nd 08, 08:35 AM Posted to uk.rec.cycling
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Replies: 1
Views: 251
BSD on ISO/ERTO?
A tyre that is 2 inches wide, for example, on a typical wheel rim for the
tyre, is also about 2 inches deep. *So you can work out the approximate
outer diameter once you know the ISO and...
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Forum: UK
May 20th 08, 10:21 PM Posted to uk.rec.cycling
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Replies: 6
Views: 278
Best value mountain bike
On May 20, 9:07 pm, "Blue Frog" wrote:
I'm looking for a good quality and light mountain bike for around £500 maybe
more. Could anyone recommend the best value?
I bought...
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Forum: UK
May 18th 08, 02:14 PM Posted to uk.rec.cycling
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Replies: 0
Views: 285
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Forum: UK
May 17th 08, 08:43 PM Posted to uk.rec.cycling
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Replies: 5
Views: 426
Wheelies Direct
On May 16, 6:28 pm, naked_draughtsman
wrote:
Has anybody ever used 'Wheelies Direct' (http://www.wheelies.co.uk) for
bikes or parts and know if they are any good?
...
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Forum: UK
May 17th 08, 08:32 PM Posted to uk.rec.cycling
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Replies: 31
Views: 1,318
Internal hub gears or derailleur?
Some commuting bikes (Giant Escape for example) come with 8 speed
internal gear hubs whereas others (Giant CRS) have 27 speed derailleur
systems. Is it practical to use a bike with internal...
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