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by Jughead
10 Dec 2015, 12:23am
Forum: The Tea Shop
Topic: Does anyone else think we have killed the planet?
Replies: 238
Views: 9745

Does anyone else think we have killed the planet?

I don't mean to get on my high horse but does anyone else think that people in cars are partly responsible for the
current weather? I'm of an age where I remember winters meant snow. Nowadays, the norm is flooding. In the Independent
it mentioned the current weather is the new norm. If reputable companies like VW are telling fibs about emissions. will our gener ion be remembered for killing the planet? Just thinking......
Admittedly I am a cyclist and do not drive. Maybe I'm biased.

Gerry
by Jughead
13 Aug 2015, 12:03am
Forum: On the road
Topic: Does the public detest cyclists?
Replies: 77
Views: 8930

Does the public detest cyclists?

Here's me thinking I'm saving the planet and not being a burden on the NHS by cycling and keeping fit.
Yet, we seem to be attracting lots of negative press. Us cyclists need a charm offensive, What would you do?
by Jughead
12 Aug 2015, 11:46pm
Forum: On the road
Topic: New overtaking video
Replies: 39
Views: 6840

Re: New overtaking video

I remember those information videos from the 70's about strangers, brushing teeth, crossing the road and swimming at sea even to this day. I cant believe its taken this long to do the same for cycling. Other road users are ignorant of the facts and its about time they were educated by videos like this. We need to make endagering cyclists as unacceptable as drink driving.
by Jughead
18 Jul 2015, 10:43pm
Forum: On the road
Topic: Keep You Distamce
Replies: 5
Views: 3744

Re: Keep You Distamce

Sorry for the crap spelling and replying to my own post. I'm of the taking a hammer brigade. Wiling to listen to sensible suggestions.
by Jughead
18 Jul 2015, 10:37pm
Forum: On the road
Topic: Keep You Distamce
Replies: 5
Views: 3744

Keep You Distamce

Drivers getting to close must be the most commom complaint on roads. I applaud the recent advert about space for cycling and even someone refered to the advert the last time I was knocked off. Given todays technology there must be something to ward off drivers about close passing without the need of prosecution?
by Jughead
7 Jul 2015, 9:10pm
Forum: Off-road Cycling.
Topic: Fat Bikes
Replies: 50
Views: 44254

Fat Bikes

Went into my LBS to enquire about the Genesis version. Jesus, first time i've ever had a shop put me off spending money. Are they just a fad? I really fancy one but would hate to spend a grand to end up sitttimg in the corner. Ive already got a Croix de Fer so should I bother. Any 'mature' owners out there?
by Jughead
2 Jul 2015, 11:42pm
Forum: On the road
Topic: Jeremey Vine
Replies: 7
Views: 2651

Jeremey Vine

Have you read the article in the Guardian? As a commuter of some 34 daily miles I salute you.

Gerry
by Jughead
20 Jun 2015, 6:25pm
Forum: On the road
Topic: Not even an 'are' you OK!
Replies: 29
Views: 9843

Re: Not even an 'are' you OK!

[XAP]Bob wrote:
Jughead wrote:Hit by a car again. Lots of people there to help me off the road making sure I was fine. Driver came over to say he has 2 witnesses that will testify that didn't hit me. Someone took his reg plate but you know something, no point, the police dont protect citizens who cycle.

Yes it *IS* worth reporting.

Particularly if you have other witnesses...

Actually not. Last time I got hit the police didn't even want to see my video. I was told to seek compensation through insurance. I was told they did not think it was deliberate so no criminal offense
by Jughead
19 Jun 2015, 5:52pm
Forum: On the road
Topic: Not even an 'are' you OK!
Replies: 29
Views: 9843

Re: Not even an 'are' you OK!

Nah, I didnt hit him seemingly.
by Jughead
19 Jun 2015, 5:50pm
Forum: On the road
Topic: Taking Cycling Too Seriously
Replies: 21
Views: 1764

Re: Taking Cycling Too Seriously

Something tells me this bike wasnt so much ridden as walked. this guy was a walking advert for Rapha.
by Jughead
19 Jun 2015, 5:12pm
Forum: On the road
Topic: Glasgow commuter cyclists - report the fault
Replies: 7
Views: 888

Re: Glasgow commuter cyclists - report the fault

I'm Motherwell to Glasgow (sometimes via Coatbridge) Im not a betting man but something tells me that North Lanarkshire spend the least amount on cycling infrastructure in the UK. Ever tried looking for places to lock your bike up in Motherwell, Airdrie, Coatbridge, .... ? micturate poor. although they did get the Perl Izumi race in Motherwell a couple of weeks again. Then the cameras were there. North Lanarkshire like publicity.
by Jughead
19 Jun 2015, 4:56pm
Forum: On the road
Topic: Not even an 'are' you OK!
Replies: 29
Views: 9843

Re: Not even an 'are' you OK!

Probably checked his X5 for scratches.
by Jughead
19 Jun 2015, 4:49pm
Forum: On the road
Topic: Taking Cycling Too Seriously
Replies: 21
Views: 1764

Taking Cycling Too Seriously

Guy on the train refused to hang his cycle in the storage area. The reason,he didn't want to ruin his carbon wheels. Young girl with a pram had to stand in the doorway. I offered to move my bike but she was too embarassed. I love that cycling is becoming popular but unfortunately we are going to attract some inconsiderate persons.
by Jughead
19 Jun 2015, 4:39pm
Forum: On the road
Topic: Not even an 'are' you OK!
Replies: 29
Views: 9843

Not even an 'are' you OK!

Hit by a car again. Lots of people there to help me off the road making sure I was fine. Driver came over to say he has 2 witnesses that will testify that didn't hit me. Someone took his reg plate but you know something, no point, the police dont protect citizens who cycle.
by Jughead
12 Nov 2014, 9:08pm
Forum: Touring & Expedition
Topic: panniers panniers panniers???
Replies: 56
Views: 7812

Re: panniers panniers panniers???

I got the biggest Altura's and have used them for 5+ years. I always thought they where waterproof but I wrap everying in plastic bags anyway. Biggest is not always best unless you really need to. You will end taking the kitchen sink otherwise.