"It's a good ride which follows the canal apart from the "rough" estate at Hawksley when you have to go up and down to rejoin the tunnel. This ideally needs a mountain bike; as there are some challenging bits which I wouldn't do…"
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Gary Fisher Wahoo Disc for sale - Now Sold.
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NOW SOLD. Thanks. Bought in 2009 for mostly commuting. Reliable hardtail with lockable front suspension so good for hills! Frame size is Large. I'm 5'11'' and suits me fine Very good condition. I’ve…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Steve Aug 13, 2011.
Cycle to Work Scheme - Birmingham City Council Employees
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It has always bugged me that the Bham council (as a promoter of cycling) has not offered the scheme to it's 35,000 (yep thats a lot) employees. I e-mailed them in November (2010) and just got this…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Rob not Bob Feb 5, 2011.
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Steve replied to minus90's discussion Advice on Car Cycle Racks
"I have a Focus and this type of carrier. I've used it quite a few times. These are my experiences.
1. Some MTB frames and especially childrens bikes are v awkward to fit on the spikes.
2. If you carry 2 bikes its hard…"
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"The state of the "equipment" in the last photo scares me more than the heights."
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"Schwalbe Marathon Plus is the tyre to wear. (IMHO)
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They initially say "Look at the name on the frame."
All bikes have some writing on them, usually the make and model, though…"
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I was put off by the fuss over the issue with the the disc brake rotors as seen…"
Steve replied to Andy Wood's discussion Post your bikes
"My current bike.
On-One Pompetamine. Hub Gears. Disc Brakes. All Fun.
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Steve replied to Che's discussion current bugbears
"Well to follow squirrels and herons....
I currently commute though the Pineapple Estate (who the hell gave it that name....) and this morning found myself hissing loudly 3 times at very lazy cats as I swoop silently through their manor.…"
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"Andy
It could be my warped imagination.....but you seem to sell a bike every week.
How many do you have in your back room...???
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Steve replied to Che's discussion current bugbears
"Car doors being opened on the road side.
Aaagghhhhhhh !!
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- What sort of riding do you do?
- Commuting, MTB and road pleasure riding.
- Where do you live?
- Kings Heath
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- On One Pompetamine Versa
- About me
- Primary Teacher in prime of life......
Comment Wall (3 comments)
- At 10:43 on September 8, 2010,
nick west-oram said… - Dear Cycle Commuters
The Prince of Wales START initiative is now in full swing and the Royal Tour has already visited several cities. We would like to remind you and all your colleagues that a FREE BREAKFAST is being offered to all Cycle Commuters TOMORROW 9th Sept at Millennium Point from 8.30am to celebrate the impact Cycling has as a form of sustainable transport.
This is a great opportunity for your company to raise internal awareness of sustainable transport issues and be associated with a very high profile event connected to The Prince’s Charities. The Princes Trust START initiative aims to promote all aspects of sustainability in business and at home. Moreover, it’s also a chance to have some fun and make a difference!
Please do forward this e-mail onto all your colleagues and associates to remind them of this fantastic opportunity to try cycling to work tomorrow and to take part in a fun event.
We do hope that your organisation embraces this, we look forward to welcoming you and your colleagues to the Breakfast and if you have any queries please contact me on 07834 516355 or e-mail nickwest-oram@britishcycling.org.uk
Many thanks
Nick West-Oram
Recreation Manager - Central
m: 07834 516355
e: nickwest-oram@britishcycling.org.uk
w: www.britishcycling.org.uk
- At 15:20 on August 17, 2011,
Andy said… Thanks,
Andy.
- At 16:43 on August 17, 2011,
Philip Eddington said… Hi Steve
Sorry if I'm butting in here but that seems to be a date for last year. Have I missed something?
Thanks
Phil
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