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by MiniCoop
2 Sep 2014, 11:54am
Forum: The Tea Shop
Topic: Cycling in Greater London
Replies: 8
Views: 1704

Cycling in Greater London

My OH and I are moving to Greater London due to work commitments and have found a few places in Petts Wood http://www.alandemaid.co.uk/forsaleoffice/Petts-Wood/702 but as regular cyclists we're wondering how we'll find cycling in a more populated area. We're used to the country and few cars on the road. Has anyone else had to make this adjustment? Any tips?
by MiniCoop
2 Sep 2014, 11:18am
Forum: On the road
Topic: Carrying a defibrillator
Replies: 50
Views: 5871

Re: Carrying a defibrillator

Having recently done a first aid and defib course, the importance of early defibrillation in survival rates is significant. That being said, like others have mentioned the chances of someone surviving after their heart has stopped is very slim. I don't think carrying a defib when riding is practical, but I do think it's important to increase the number available in towns and cities as well as more remote areas and I also think CPR should be taught in schools.
by MiniCoop
13 Aug 2014, 4:05pm
Forum: The Tea Shop
Topic: Robin Williams
Replies: 19
Views: 1275

Re: Robin Williams

It's a bit of a vicious circle with depression, you know that going out and doing exercise will help, but then you know you just can't face it, it's hard to explain to yourself, never mind other people.
I always got the impression that Rpbin Williams was really sad, comedians often are and I think it's a huge shame that he felt so alone and desperate, he was such a unique character, from Mork and Mindy to my kids loving the genie in Aladdin. I just hope that this will make people talk about mental health more.
by MiniCoop
13 Aug 2014, 4:00pm
Forum: The Tea Shop
Topic: Introductions - tell us about yourself
Replies: 1305
Views: 421614

Re: Introductions - tell us about yourself

Hiya,

I used to cycle lots when I lived in London, in an around the city and then further afield at the weekends.
Moved back up North, had some kids and used baby carriers a bit on and off but got out of cycling for pleasure and used the car a lot.
Fast forward a few years and the kids are older and I want to get back into cycling again, I've got an ancient hybrid mountain bike that was passed on when a friend moved abroad and am wanting something new, just doing some research.
Am I rambling? I'm rambling.
Looking forward to chatting to some of you :)