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by MickH
3 Oct 2014, 8:27am
Forum: Touring & Expedition
Topic: Short Duration Norfolk Trip - Baggage Courier
Replies: 21
Views: 2105

Re: Short Duration Norfolk Trip - Baggage Courier

@ eileithyia - I've no doubt that I could carry soap, flannel, towel and a few necessaries to get by but I'm a late middle aged chap who likes to have a change of clothes at the end of the day. I've grown used to certain creature comforts so if I could get a bag of stuff reliably moved 20-30 ish miles along the road at a reasonable cost I'd like to do that. I do like the idea of cycling longs double as evening wear - I may adopt that when not cycling :)

@ Pioneer - I had a look at the Wells N-T-S Youth Hostel - it looks really good - private rooms too! My, how things have changed. Like I posted previously, the idea of out and back trips from a single point had not even occurred to me. If I add the cost of a YH to the possible cost of kit transport (£10?) I could probably get half decent B&B.

Sorted.

Thanks to all who have replied.
by MickH
1 Oct 2014, 5:17pm
Forum: Touring & Expedition
Topic: Short Duration Norfolk Trip - Baggage Courier
Replies: 21
Views: 2105

Re: Short Duration Norfolk Trip - Baggage Courier

@Pioneer - Ta. As I won't be in a rush to get anywhere I could drag my stuff around with me - after all it's unlikely to slow me down too much - but it's not my favoured option.

@TrevA - Call me thick, but that's something I didn't even consider! Not only that but you seem to have covered much of the ground I'm thinking of. My base would probably be Wells-N-T-S if I take that option. Simples.
by MickH
1 Oct 2014, 9:47am
Forum: Touring & Expedition
Topic: Short Duration Norfolk Trip - Baggage Courier
Replies: 21
Views: 2105

Re: Short Duration Norfolk Trip - Baggage Courier

Cheers Ian. My experience of zig-zagging along my local roads tells me that, before long, the only thing suitable for even commuting will be a full suspension MTB.
by MickH
30 Sep 2014, 2:44pm
Forum: Touring & Expedition
Topic: Short Duration Norfolk Trip - Baggage Courier
Replies: 21
Views: 2105

Short Duration Norfolk Trip - Baggage Courier

Yes, alright, I'm a lightweight, no backbone etc. etc....

I'm planning a long weekend in North Norfolk and would like the convenience of riding between locations without carrying much more than my waterproofs, drinks and the necessary tools/spares in case of puncture/breakdown.

I would like the luxury of having a couple of changes of clothing and my washing gear transported between overnight stopovers. I'm sure I could pay a taxi company to move my bits around, but taxis can be a bit expensive. I've found a few baggage couriers that cover parts of the country, but nothing in North Norfolk. This cannot be a unique requirement; has anyone here experience of this type of service - and can anyone recommend a courier in those parts?

Thanks.
by MickH
25 Sep 2014, 3:59pm
Forum: Non-standard, Human Powered Vehicles
Topic: recumbent riders where are we...
Replies: 176
Views: 156905

Re: recumbent riders where are we...

I live in Leicester and recently bought the Pashley PDQ that Si had in the Classifieds.

I've got it clean and am still struggling to go more than a few yards in a straight line in the garden. I'll get there! :lol:
by MickH
8 Apr 2014, 10:58am
Forum: Touring & Expedition
Topic: Advice for buying a second hand bike suitable for touring
Replies: 20
Views: 4451

Re: Advice for buying a second hand bike suitable for tourin

http://www.commonwheel.org.uk/bikes

The above charity website gives some interesting advice on what is/is not suitable for touring. Almost anything goes.

It's a good read too.
by MickH
6 Apr 2014, 3:55pm
Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
Topic: fork swapping issues
Replies: 2
Views: 3555

Re: fork swapping issues

@ Fatty ...How do you like th Bizango? I've read some very positive reviews and it all seems good - apart from the graphics on the frame :wink: :lol:
by MickH
4 Apr 2014, 11:02am
Forum: Off-road Cycling.
Topic: Lesser known hazards for off-road cyclists
Replies: 18
Views: 46391

Re: Lesser known hazards for off-road cyclists

Let’s look at this from another perspective.

Birders and Photographers - have very likely spent several days or weekends scouting out the perfect location. The photographer may have driven many miles and waited for some time to capture that specific play of light on the water, while the birder may have responded to the call of the Lesser Spotted Titwort and spent half a day stalking his prey. Both men (used advisedly) could be just on the point of climax then ...along comes some great numpty on a bike sending all before him (again) diving for cover, crashing into the photographers beautifully set up frame and putting every feathered creature to flight.

Pheasants - have only been in the UK since Roman times so need time to acclimatise and adjust to the presence of cyclists.
Dogs, leashed and unleashed - give their owners much pleasure and, quite possibly, reduce the amount of domestic violence perpetrated by annoyed husbands whose team has just lost 0-3 to a bunch of dirty cheats ‘...and that bloody ref!’. Where would he be without a pit-bull cross to kick? I must say that this type of dog is unlikely to cause a cyclist much off road harm as it will be away worrying wildlife or sheep.

Children - You have a point.
Otters Crossing - Being a naturally shy creature the otter is likely to make itself scarce when it senses a cyclist roaring along the footpath scattering gravel, mud and ramblers in all directions.

Lovers - A tinkle of your bell could add atmosphere to the romantic idyll that these two are enjoying. They’ll step aside and wave you on your way with warm smiles. Always remember, without them where would any of us be?

Midges - have but brief lives. 30 days on the wing isn’t long to find your life’s love, settle down and have kids. It’s time to cut them some slack; maybe we should try to ride around or slalom though them?

Beautiful views - sorry , I misread this I thought it said beautiful wives.

Tea Shops - specifically with reference to the Lycra lobby. Do you know how long it takes to pack a beer gut into those leggings?
by MickH
3 Apr 2014, 5:23pm
Forum: The Tea Shop
Topic: Roads Are Not A Velodrome
Replies: 0
Views: 2806

Roads Are Not A Velodrome

:lol: :lol: :lol:

Roads are not a velodrome

I'm the fellow at the back!
by MickH
1 Apr 2014, 12:49pm
Forum: Touring & Expedition
Topic: Dahon steering stem
Replies: 15
Views: 3597

Re: Dahon steering stem

Sweep wrote:Out of interest, what was the company?

Might be useful for others.


I agree. Please let us know who the supplier is, it's always good to have a selection of people to deal with.

Cheers,

Mick
by MickH
30 Mar 2014, 7:41pm
Forum: Does anyone know … ?
Topic: A foolish purchase?
Replies: 26
Views: 2589

Re: A foolish purchase?

I enjoy photography.
I have friends who enjoy photography.
Several of my friends who enjoy photography have so called 'high status' Leica cameras.
No one thinks this is odd.
Why should bikes be different?
Buy what you like and enjoy life.
by MickH
30 Mar 2014, 7:23pm
Forum: Touring & Expedition
Topic: Dahon steering stem
Replies: 15
Views: 3597

Re: Dahon steering stem

Do you mean these people: C H White?

I've never tried to order online from them, but they have responded to emails with good information on what to order. You can always phone 'em too.

A quick search threw this up... http://www.velovision.com/showStory.php?storynum=1018
by MickH
28 Mar 2014, 8:30am
Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
Topic: Suitcase Big Enough for a Dahon
Replies: 8
Views: 3378

Re: Suitcase Big Enough for a Dahon

Agreed Sweep, I think one would end up paying for excess baggage to transport the toolbox to reassemble at the far end! :wink:
by MickH
27 Mar 2014, 6:39pm
Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
Topic: Suitcase Big Enough for a Dahon
Replies: 8
Views: 3378

Re: Suitcase Big Enough for a Dahon

Evening...

I saw this some months ago: http://www.gaerlan.bizland.com/dahon/pack.htm and thought it a good idea. Stick my bike in a suitcase and just pay for 'standard' hold luggage.

Before I booked my flight for this summer's trip I did 'some' research on t'interweb and discovered that the airline I'm travelling with (Easyjet) insist that "The bicycle must be packaged in a bicycle box or bag", (http://www.easyjet.com/en/bicycles) so I phoned them and explained that the bike was a small folder and it could be stowed in a hard suitcase, but they wouldn't budge.

In the end I've bought one of these which ticks their box: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Dahon-20-Fold ... 1133815151

It's still costing me £70 to fly the bike there and back.

The suitcase dodge would certainly do for Eurostar.