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Does anyone use a computer repair person/company in Birmingham that they can recommend? Preferably someone with a good attitude that is mobile - i.e. goes out to customers rather than running a shop?Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Sarah-Jane Watkinson Jan 7.
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James Russell commented on Philip Whiteman's event 'Sunrise and Snowdrop Express - SOLD OUT'
Anyone else on here doing this? Weather looking a lot better than the previous weekend!
James Russell replied to LS's discussion 'The Times Cities Fit for Cycling Campaign #cyclesafe'
Mmmm, xomeone hax been xwapping the keyx on my keyboard around again.
James Russell replied to Craig Dickson's discussion 'canals'
You've never met the Aston ASBO geese. I swear that they packing a piece too.
James Russell replied to LS's discussion 'The Times Cities Fit for Cycling Campaign #cyclesafe'
I think he meant "Shopper". C is next to S on the keyboard.
James Russell replied to Craig Dickson's discussion 'canals'
I'm the guy who suggested the bread trick. I can confirm that it works. I have used it in anger a couple of times.
Have ridden the canal towpaths in the dark a couple ot times. Once each year, and then I remember why I don't do it.
James Russell replied to Philip Eddington's discussion 'Ghost bikes similar to those in London'
In France I have seen roadside signs indicating where accidents have happened. Presumably the French version of DfT place these Anthony Gormley-esque profiles of people where there have been accidents with injuries, with a red cross through the head…
James Russell replied to Terry's discussion 'Threat of serious injury puts commuters off cycling BBC1 TV 19.30 tonight'
TBH, it's been a time since I last had trouble with geese around there. Suicidal squirrels, on the other hand...
James Russell replied to Terry's discussion 'Threat of serious injury puts commuters off cycling BBC1 TV 19.30 tonight'
No, that's junction 4 which isn't too bad. B4043 doesn't look like much fun when you could be doing Muclow Hill.
James Russell replied to Terry's discussion 'Threat of serious injury puts commuters off cycling BBC1 TV 19.30 tonight'
During the breeding season I always take a slice of bread to work with me. If the geese are blocking the towpath, I take the bread out, break it into a few pieces, and throw them into the canal. Parents and goslings then all jump into the canal to…
James Russell replied to Terry's discussion 'Threat of serious injury puts commuters off cycling BBC1 TV 19.30 tonight'
Not me!
James Russell replied to Philip Eddington's discussion 'Your dream bike or bikes'
"Me want expensive bike" says "Pinarello Dogma"
Slightly off-beat side of me says Bamboo bike.
Wild and wacky side of me likes SJW's option for magic tyres.
James Russell replied to CKS's discussion 'Canal cycling permits'
Yes. Never been asked for it, though.
James Russell replied to Andy Reeve's discussion 'Cycling stops in the Cotswolds'
Nice to eat is only one choice, and that is the Nimmings NT Car Park and cafe at the top of St Kenelm's Pass. Bacon butties are on lovely thick crusty bread, and are worth the climb alone.
James Russell replied to Andy Reeve's discussion 'Cycling stops in the Cotswolds'
Try Winwood Heath Road for a real challenge, although Rose Hill in Rednal is my personal nemesis, as there is no respite from the bottom to the top, and it just gets steeper the further you go.
Mucklow Hill can be added onto the loop if you wish.
James Russell commented on Andy White's photo
Try coming up the same hill on a road bike! Wheel slip ruins your rhythm.
James Russell replied to Robert's discussion 'Steve McCabe's Report Back Event'
Prepare to waste a couple of hours (probably much more) in listening to some aimless waffle not answering the question.
Probably a better question would be:
"On a Saturday morning, a large proportion of Birmingham heads for the…
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- Christian, Mechanical Engineer, Rugby fan.
Comment Wall (2 comments)
- At 8:59am on December 5, 2009,
Mister Paul said… - You confused me with the 'James' then. I was trying to work out who you are!
- At 10:20pm on December 8, 2009,
James Russell said… - Ah, yes - sorry.
Generally known as Jim. But this forum thingy got me all formal, so I used the name that my Mum knows me by.
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Andy White replied to John KIRK's discussion 'Only 17 months for this ?'
This just in :-(
Dear Mr White
Thank you for your email below regarding…
Richard D replied to John KIRK's discussion 'Mad Dogs in Witton Lakes Park'
Somebody's been at the Christmas Spirit again.
Robert replied to John KIRK's discussion 'Copenhagen has 37% of journeys made by bike'
I second that; where good cycling infrastructure has been provided it has got people out of their…
John KIRK replied to John KIRK's discussion 'Mad Dogs in Witton Lakes Park'
Yes.New paths.More dogs on leads.People responding to the bell. More patience from me. Greetings…
Ian-C replied to John KIRK's discussion 'Mad Dogs in Witton Lakes Park'
I have just read most of the comments on this thread although some are a little old now most dog…
Simon replied to John KIRK's discussion 'Mad Dogs in Witton Lakes Park'
Well, that's a question. The sign at the centre damn suggests that you can cycle across…
Ian-C replied to John KIRK's discussion 'Copenhagen has 37% of journeys made by bike'
I think its time for a reality check cars will change oil will run out methods of powering cars…
Robert replied to John KIRK's discussion 'Copenhagen has 37% of journeys made by bike'
So what? By the way, since you've clearly forgotten I'll remind you I've…
James Lee replied to John KIRK's discussion 'Copenhagen has 37% of journeys made by bike'
Have a read through the Highway Code Robert.
There are many references within rules which say there…
Richard D replied to John KIRK's discussion 'Mad Dogs in Witton Lakes Park'
I went past this morning. Does this mean I can now (or will soon be able to) choose which way round…
Robert replied to John KIRK's discussion 'Copenhagen has 37% of journeys made by bike'
They would have to go out of their way to miss all the bicycles in Holland, Denmark, Denmark, and…
Simon replied to John KIRK's discussion 'Mad Dogs in Witton Lakes Park'
Went through yesterday for the first time this year. Oo, nice new surfaces on some of the…
James Lee replied to John KIRK's discussion 'Copenhagen has 37% of journeys made by bike'
You'll be surprised what motorists forget about when they get behind the wheel of…
Rob not Bob replied to John KIRK's discussion 'Mad Dogs in Witton Lakes Park'
delayed response to this by yours truly.
I have asked the two sergeants responsible for Policing…
James Lee replied to Clare Lovell's discussion 'Crowdsourced bike design'
That right angle at the base of the downtube will need a hefty piece of internal metalwork to stop…
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