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Thank you everyone for your help. I have measured the BCD and it looks to be a 74 although this estimate is now accurate given the cranks are still on the bike. OK, so I am now on the hunt for a 24, 26 or 28T ring! Thanks everyone.

Thank you fellas, I didn't think I would be able to get a smaller chain ring! I will have a look on Wiggle now. Thanks for your advice - much appreciated! I wish I had never gone skiing!

I am recovering from a major knee rebuild (ski crash) and have decided to ride the Bike 4 Cancer London to Brighton bike ride on 6 September 2015 in memory of my dad but also as a rehab ride after my op. If anyone else fancies it, more info at: http://www.bike4cancer.org/london-to-brighton-bike-ride...

I agree with the other comments posted here - it depends on how well the frame is made. I remember having a Peugeot Comete Sprint from the 1988 range - the frame was literally glued together! http://www.cyclespeugeot.com/PDFs/1988UK.pdf I have had a cheap Ribble 7005 road frame that showed wear afte...

Many of us are now wearing action cams on hour helmets to either capture footage of our favourite rides or to help defend us against reckless drivers. I have read reports in the media though that wearing a helmet cam can actually be dangerous and only serves to weaken the helmet's protective layer -...

Yes, this should be a comfortable frame with the right tyres - it will be heavy by comparison to alu 7005 or 6061 but much more comfortable. I ride a Reynolds 525 winter bike and I love it - it weighs a ton but I can ride it all day!

I add a little lithium grease to the cable but some would argue that this adds weight! For touring though, I think this is a good idea.

Personally, I wouldnt look lower than Tiagra - which offers a superb weight/price/quality ratio for the money.

No, don't do it! You could seriously damage the read mech if you do. Shimano and Sram use a different cable pull ratio - if you are using a Shimano rear mech, you'll have to stick to Shimano etc.

I know the Triban 5 and you should be fine. However, I would invest in a carbon seat post and add gel inserts to the bars (under a new wrap of tape). It will make the ride much more comfortable. Good luck!

It's great to see that you can take bikes FOC - and if they are full they will pay for road transport of your bike FOC. Now that is quite incredible!

Hello everyone, I bought one of the Lidl bike stands this weekend for 30 quid. They are amazing! OK, some of the joints are plastic but there is a 3 year warranty. If you're looking for a stand, this is a great option. More info here http://www.lidl-ni.co.uk/cps/rde/xchg/lidl_ni_ie/hs.xsl/index_2858...

Many thanks for your advice everyone. I just can't seem to get comfortable on this road bike. I am going to pay for a proper bike fitting and, failing that, I am just going have to put some slicks on my mountain bike for the London to Brighton bike ride in September! If anyone fancies joining us, th...

Thank you to everyone for your advice. OK, here's a wee update! There are buses/vans laid on for people who need transport back from Brighton after the ride - the cost is £30 per person/bike. Apparently bubble wrap is provided to help protect your bike whilst it is in the van! We have decided to sta...

Yep, amusing idea but I don't think it will be a good option. The gearing will change as well don't forget!