Manchester Wheelers' Cycling Club - Recent Posts http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/recent.aspx Manchester Wheelers' Cycling Club - Recent Posts en-us http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Jitbit AspNetForum Thu, 09 Sep 2010 01:03:08 GMT Thu, 09 Sep 2010 01:03:08 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2118 Message from Ben_S
Sat basically the route rob's been doing artists lane across the top and then down past the club 10 couse up the a50 and wind around back to wilmslow

sunday intro, all the usual stuff]]> Thu, 09 Sep 2010 01:03:08 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=1976 Message from Chris
Im really keen to do some more, i am entered into the beeley moor climb in october. anyone know any which are the long drag type rather than short steep power sprints?? what is the rake like?

cheers, chris.]]> Wed, 08 Sep 2010 22:15:19 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2162 Message from Ben
And guess what, I've already bought the same one again in a larger size ! I couldn't get yellow (they're like hens teeth now I think) but I did manage to find one in orange, which is still much nicer than red or blue, and bright enough to commute in.]]> Wed, 08 Sep 2010 21:51:56 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2118 Message from Nev I had a chest/throat infection that kept me off the bike, but gave in the temptation to start riding again before it had fully cleared up and it came back even worse.

the curry and kebab diet seems to be shifting it - but better give it another week or so to be on the safe side ]]> Wed, 08 Sep 2010 20:06:23 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2103 Message from MikeC Wed, 08 Sep 2010 16:48:37 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2153 Message from viv
Definitely need a round up in the next journal, let some of the less 'in touch' members know whats going on these days.

Nice work guys ]]> Wed, 08 Sep 2010 16:26:44 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2156 Message from mango





The allez 16 and secteur triple are both in Edinburgh Bicycle for 399! I went for the secteur as I personally preferred the geometry though that was on a little spin from the shop (not taken delivery yet)

Alternatively the Revolution continental sport is on for 425 and although the frame is a little more generic it comes with a carbon fork and better equipment, I was almost swayed by the sora brifters but am not a big fan of the wheels EBC use on their lower end bikes.

Then again for a novice like you or me, Shimano 2300 is pretty much fine and a much nicer alternative than recking expensive gear due to bad use/maintainance.]]> Wed, 08 Sep 2010 15:52:19 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2153 Message from rothers
There are 3 more events to go with the official opening of the circuit being held on the 22nd September with members of the co funders British cycling and Tameside council in attendance - also rumours of a couple of Sky Pro's making it down too. Once i have more details i'll post them up on here.

On a seperate note can i just thank everyone who has made it down to Ashton during the year. We've had some great results from our own riders who've shown great improvements during the year, and i've been even more proud of those taking the time out to come down and marshall / bike check / assist with running the events. The series really has taken off in terms of numbers and I can only hope next year brings more of the same.

Thanks again!]]> Wed, 08 Sep 2010 15:48:16 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2169 Message from NickW
http://www.xtranormal.com/watch/6709235/]]> Wed, 08 Sep 2010 13:48:29 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2168 Message from Ben_S
part of the banter
edited by Ben_S on 08/09/2010]]> Wed, 08 Sep 2010 13:37:52 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2168 Message from Jonathan Wed, 08 Sep 2010 13:35:23 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2167 Message from Ben_S rothers wrote:
Hub.Willhub wrote:
Am I going to get robbed of my life?


Think of it as an improvement in quality of life for others


prob shouldnt have but I've not laughed so hard in a long time rothers Big Grin]]> Wed, 08 Sep 2010 13:34:43 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2167 Message from Ed andyr wrote:
Buy a bike for a tenner from some geezer in a pub round there, and then assume it'll get nicked within a week or two.


You mean "recycled" right?]]> Wed, 08 Sep 2010 13:20:11 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2167 Message from rothers Hub.Willhub wrote:
Am I going to get robbed of my life?


Think of it as an improvement in quality of life for others]]> Wed, 08 Sep 2010 13:13:00 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2167 Message from Hub.Willhub Wed, 08 Sep 2010 12:37:56 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2167 Message from andyr
OR

Buy a bike for a tenner from some geezer in a pub round there, and then assume it'll get nicked within a week or two.]]> Wed, 08 Sep 2010 12:33:08 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2167 Message from NickW Hub.Willhub wrote:
It's only 1.6 miles away, maybe not too long to walk?


Wear some trainers so you can RUN FOR YOUR LIFE]]> Wed, 08 Sep 2010 12:22:57 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2167 Message from Dave S Wed, 08 Sep 2010 12:11:34 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2167 Message from Hub.Willhub Wed, 08 Sep 2010 11:53:24 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2167 Message from James
You might try posting an ad locally or approaching some of the local businesses to see if anyone has a secure carpark or similar that they would 'rent' you a spot to lock it up.

Otherwise, maybe get a cheap folder with a carry case and take it with you.]]> Wed, 08 Sep 2010 11:50:23 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2167 Message from Si
http://www.campuswatch.salford.ac.uk/page/gmp

Try not to worry and have a great first day back at school..... Big Grin]]> Wed, 08 Sep 2010 11:33:59 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2167 Message from Hub.Willhub Ed wrote:
Will,

In my experience scrotes will steal any bike that isn't tied down and, if thwarted, will vandalise anything that is. If you really want to ride into uni I would suggest taping over the graphics with black electrical tape and fitting some mudguards and a rack. Buy a decent lock but ensure that the bike is not left unattended after dark.


How are you for insurance? As a student your parents house insurance may still cover your bikes away from home (my parents insurance did anyway). However, the policy may be very specific about the type of lock used and what you lock it to. My current insurance for example demands a sold secure gold rated lock and the bike must be securely locked to an immovable object (i.e. not just chained to itself).


I was going to go with Cyclesure, insuring my bike for 450 quid would be about 40 quid a year, and the lock I was going to buy was either:

http://www.allterraincycles.co.uk/product/113587.html

Or

http://www.edinburghbicycle.com/ebwPNLqrymode.a4p?f_ProductID=5951&f_FullProductVersion=1&f_SupersetQRY=C389&f_SortOrderID=1&f_bct=c018202

But unsure which is actually better. What I did last year is removed the graphics from my Aksium wheels as they are what is on the commuter. I've got some banged up old Open Pros but I fear the rear rim is gonna crack so can't use em.]]> Wed, 08 Sep 2010 11:18:15 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2167 Message from Si Hub.Willhub wrote:


I thought thieves don't go for crap bikes, and I can always chuck a tin of paint over it.


Will, it's Salford.... They'll nick your shoes if you stand still for long enough......]]> Wed, 08 Sep 2010 11:00:44 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2167 Message from Ed
In my experience scrotes will steal any bike that isn't tied down and, if thwarted, will vandalise anything that is. If you really want to ride into uni I would suggest taping over the graphics with black electrical tape and fitting some mudguards and a rack. Buy a decent lock but ensure that the bike is not left unattended after dark.


How are you for insurance? As a student your parents house insurance may still cover your bikes away from home (my parents insurance did anyway). However, the policy may be very specific about the type of lock used and what you lock it to. My current insurance for example demands a sold secure gold rated lock and the bike must be securely locked to an immovable object (i.e. not just chained to itself).]]> Wed, 08 Sep 2010 10:58:55 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2167 Message from Hub.Willhub
http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?hl=en&q=uni&ie=UTF8&t=h&sll=53.483609,-2.270962&sspn=0.005005,0.013937&split=1&rq=1&ev=zi&radius=0.34&hq=uni&hnear=&z=17&layer=c&cbll=53.48409,-2.27122&panoid=a2b2w-36t7nZhcH6Hns0ZQ&cbp=12,0.91,,2,2.35

Would thieves really take a shine to this:

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v319/thehub/?action=view¤t=DSC00217.jpg&newest=1 (bike on the right)

I thought thieves don't go for crap bikes, and I can always chuck a tin of paint over it.]]> Wed, 08 Sep 2010 10:43:18 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2167 Message from helen When im feeling super paranoid i use my D lock and coil lock together; im told thieves arent usually equipped to deal with both, unless im being very naive.]]> Wed, 08 Sep 2010 08:00:53 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2167 Message from rothers Bike + Salford will only end in tears and no riding for you due to lack of bike.]]> Wed, 08 Sep 2010 08:00:46 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2167 Message from Hub.Willhub
http://www.allterraincycles.co.uk/product/113587.html

But sounds like thieves will be through it in seconds :\]]> Tue, 07 Sep 2010 23:00:28 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2167 Message from ant Tue, 07 Sep 2010 22:26:38 GMT http://www.manchesterwheelers.co.uk/Forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=2156 Message from Hub.Willhub ]]> Tue, 07 Sep 2010 20:58:25 GMT