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I'm a little confused. Why is everyone concerned about the Eurostar for bike transport? Pretty much all regional trains in Europe take bikes that do not need to be disassembled and packed. As far as UK to France, there are several services offered for cyclists
Or am I missing something?

Cowsham wrote: ↑23 Dec 2022, 3:11pm

MarcusT wrote: ↑23 Dec 2022, 3:10pm

Cowsham wrote: ↑23 Dec 2022, 7:47am

Must try some next time I'm in England we don't have many here if any at all.

Where is "here"?

NI -- but Googling it I see there are a few -- but not handy to me 50 -- 70 miles away maybe so next time I'm in the city I'll have a look. Thanks for the tip.

Many offer online ordering

Cowsham wrote: ↑23 Dec 2022, 7:47am

MarcusT wrote: ↑23 Dec 2022, 5:25am Asian food stores are a treasure trove for light weight meals. Beyond, the dried udon, ramen and other noodle dishes, they have dried shrimp, fish, calamari and other proteins, kelp, mushrooms, etc. If you're worried about MSG, many are sans these days.
I find them much tastier than supermarket instant pasta/risotto meals.

Must try some next time I'm in England we don't have many here if any at all.

Where is "here"?

Asian food stores are a treasure trove for light weight meals. Beyond, the dried udon, ramen and other noodle dishes, they have dried shrimp, fish, calamari and other proteins, kelp, mushrooms, etc. If you're worried about MSG, many are sans these days.
I find them much tastier than supermarket instant pasta/risotto meals.

Mix of disc brake and rim brake. I don't know what to say

From Decathlon. It says Btwin right on the frame

XLC makes Ergon copies and are not bad

alexnharvey wrote: ↑28 Nov 2022, 12:34pm Of course, you can also loosen the brake wire to allow the brakes to accommodate a wider rim of thicker pads.

Unless I'm missing something this seems to be the obvious course of action.
Loosen the brake cable

Seems odd. Some of those brands are shipped all over the world, with I'm sure the same amount of paperwork.
Perhaps, it's more political

Take a look at the Topeak Tetra rack series

https://www.camping.it/en/
Camping can be expensive, for a little more you can get private rooms

Coleman makes a variety of family tents that may fit your needs. Thye have a vast range of features and prices
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Coleman-Coastl ... 48031&th=1

I applaud the research you've done and understand the anxiety of getting the right components.
I too, was mixed on brakes. Mind you, I will never do a world tour, but it's easy to find yourself in a position where brakes need a major repair. With the experience I've had with hydraulic disc brakes, I would not want them on a tour taking me to parts unknown.
With rim brakes, I can do any maintenance/repair with my eyes closed. With hydraulic brakes, I've had mixed results. Not to mention the availability of parts. Mind you, I am self taught in disc brake know-how.
If I had to go disc, I would go mechanical. Additionally, disc mounting should not require specialized tools. Along with having the most common brake system for parts availability
Let us know when you depart
Cheers

Sweep wrote: ↑14 Sep 2022, 11:59am

MarcusT wrote: ↑14 Sep 2022, 5:55am The Decathlon 2 Man basic tent is on the heavy side, but survived torrential storms without letting in a drop.
https://www.decathlon.co.uk/p/camping-t ... 471&c=GREY

Glass fibre poles though.

They must have changed. The tent I have has Aluminum poles.