I've found this app to be very good. You can either use it to translate text or spoken word
https://www.reverso.net/text-translation
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- 20 Nov 2022, 9:15pm
- Forum: Touring & Expedition
- Topic: Translation Apps (Get your phone to speak a foreign language for you)
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1038
- 13 Nov 2022, 7:06pm
- Forum: Does anyone know … ?
- Topic: Courier to ship a bike from Sussex to Belfast?
- Replies: 30
- Views: 1941
Re: Courier to ship a bike from Sussex to Belfast?
I've used these in the past and was very satisfied with their service. You should be able to source a cardboard box from your lbs although in the past Halfords have always been happy to let me have one.
https://www.paisleyfreight.com/bike-courier
https://www.paisleyfreight.com/bike-courier
- 14 Oct 2022, 5:24pm
- Forum: Touring & Expedition
- Topic: Portugal
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1153
Re: Portugal
I've got a Portugal end to end route Faro to Spanish border then down to Porto in two weeks mainly staying in Youth hostels. PM me if its of interest to you and I'll let you have the details
- 18 Jun 2022, 5:18pm
- Forum: Touring & Expedition
- Topic: Liverpool to Manchester
- Replies: 2
- Views: 350
Re: Liverpool to Manchester
Trans Pennine Trail would suit your needs. You can even start it from Southport into Liverpool along the old Cheshire Lines path. Very enjoyable
https://www.transpenninetrail.org.uk/?d ... 0039062500
https://www.transpenninetrail.org.uk/?d ... 0039062500
- 2 Jun 2022, 7:26pm
- Forum: On the road
- Topic: Hello need advice
- Replies: 4
- Views: 884
Re: Hello need advice
I rode Manchester/Oldham to Carlisle on my End to End over two days overnighting at YHA Ingleton. Its easier south to north. If you are coming from the north then there is a steep climb out of Dent. Shap to Penrith then Carlisle on the A6. It's a quiet route . PM me if you want details
- 12 Apr 2022, 11:11am
- Forum: Cycling Goods & Services - Your Reviews
- Topic: Merlin Cycles
- Replies: 15
- Views: 7363
Re: Merlin Cycles
Depressing . Merlin bikes and parts were always good value. Staff always helpful and well informed Wait to see if the new owners can keep up the same level of service?
- 7 Apr 2022, 8:15pm
- Forum: Touring & Expedition
- Topic: Route to Cape Wrath from Durness ferry
- Replies: 32
- Views: 2321
Re: Route to Cape Wrath from Durness ferry
The Road is very bad in places depending on your fitness you may have to push a little but it is certainly rideable on a touring bike with 28inch or larger tyres.
You need to check the ferry times out and arrange a time to be picked up. Be prepared to spend more than one night on there if the the ferry man isn't able to pick you the next day.
Also check when the MOD say the area is open as its used as a firing range. Don't stray off the track!
There used to be a cafe at the lighthouse but I'm not sure if it's there any longer
Kervaig Bothy is a magical place a push down and back up the track but not to be missed.
Last time I was there some kind soul had left a bottle of rose wine and some salted nuts. Had a great night!
You need to check the ferry times out and arrange a time to be picked up. Be prepared to spend more than one night on there if the the ferry man isn't able to pick you the next day.
Also check when the MOD say the area is open as its used as a firing range. Don't stray off the track!
There used to be a cafe at the lighthouse but I'm not sure if it's there any longer
Kervaig Bothy is a magical place a push down and back up the track but not to be missed.
Last time I was there some kind soul had left a bottle of rose wine and some salted nuts. Had a great night!
- 30 Mar 2022, 11:17am
- Forum: On the road
- Topic: Recommend road/gravel bike?
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2357
Re: Recommend road/gravel bike?
I'm very happy with my Orro. https://www.orrobikes.com/shop/gravel-bikes/terra-c/58
- 28 Mar 2022, 11:54am
- Forum: On the road
- Topic: New 1.5m Highway Code Rules
- Replies: 17
- Views: 1695
Re: New 1.5m Highway Code Rules
Case in points reinforces the argument that drivers should be obliged to ride a bike on the road as part of their driving test, however I wonder whether this will make them moderate their driving habits once passed .
Still it may give them an idea of the dangers of riding your bike on the road nowadays!
Still it may give them an idea of the dangers of riding your bike on the road nowadays!
- 28 Mar 2022, 11:47am
- Forum: On the road
- Topic: Accident
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2061
Re: Accident
What springs to mind is any witnesses, any written reports from you or you by the driver to his employer?
Value of your claim, repairs to bike, how much, got report of damage, receipt for repairs?
What are the extent of your injuries did you see a doctor? Any out of pocket expenses?
You will get nothing for your injured feelings so no point pursuing a claim there.
Decide on what you think the value of your claim is then decide if you want to pursue it further. Your local CAB will give you the name of a local personal injury solicitor for a No win no fee arrangement . Most offer a free first consultation but most will not take your claim on if your potential damages are small
Value of your claim, repairs to bike, how much, got report of damage, receipt for repairs?
What are the extent of your injuries did you see a doctor? Any out of pocket expenses?
You will get nothing for your injured feelings so no point pursuing a claim there.
Decide on what you think the value of your claim is then decide if you want to pursue it further. Your local CAB will give you the name of a local personal injury solicitor for a No win no fee arrangement . Most offer a free first consultation but most will not take your claim on if your potential damages are small
- 27 Mar 2022, 5:42pm
- Forum: Does anyone know … ?
- Topic: Carradice Sold
- Replies: 36
- Views: 2930
Re: Carradice Sold
A very sad day indeed, I feel very sorry for the staff in Nelson. Great products fantastic service you could wait and watch them repair your bag at a reasonable price.
Are they just buying the name? Don't think for one moment that the quality and service will be the same. Yet another British product being made in the far east with cheap labour?
Are they just buying the name? Don't think for one moment that the quality and service will be the same. Yet another British product being made in the far east with cheap labour?
- 23 Mar 2022, 7:14pm
- Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
- Topic: SUROSA aka OLDHAM BITS
- Replies: 6
- Views: 472
Re: SUROSA aka OLDHAM BITS
I have a feeling this web site is run by the previous owners of Surosa. You could try contacting them.
https://fawkes-cycles.co.uk/
https://fawkes-cycles.co.uk/
- 1 Mar 2022, 5:58pm
- Forum: Touring & Expedition
- Topic: Routes from Porto to Burgos
- Replies: 3
- Views: 421
Re: Routes from Porto to Burgos
This route in reverse will get you from Porto to the Spanish border if that's any help?
Day 11 Saturday 1 October
Monaco Guesthouse Muralhas do Mino 45 Rua D Pedro V Largo do Rosal Monacao north of town going to river pass Jardin da Parca da Republic on right E30 to pay incl breakfast
Braga -Ponte de Barca p448 Valenca de Minho-Barcelos 49m hard day Ponte de Lima Correlha Balugaes Barcelos minor roads rolling several stiff climbs in the morning then flat villages in Cerdal Sao Bento Seia and Romanigues
Day 12 Sunday 2 October
Ponte de Lima 54k Hostel p444/6 From bridge and RB junc N201 and N203 SW along N203 and Is on L is Rua Papa Joao Paulo 11
Moncao-Valenca do Minho (16k) Ponte de Lima (38k) total 54k
Day 13 Monday 3 October
Barcelos Way Hostel E35 incl breakfast to pay
SW of river on bridge and RB at junc of N306 after junc with Rue de Miguel Angelo on L is Rua de Custodio Jose Gomez Vilas Boas no 44
Ponte de Lima- Barcelos 40k
Day 14/15Tuesday&Wednesday 4/5 October
Porto 50k Hostel p356 369 from Ponte Dom Luis W to bridge with A1 SO R do Ouro and at triangle R and take 1st minor road to hostel Rua
Day 16 Thursday 6 October
The airport is 17k n of the town
Day 11 Saturday 1 October
Monaco Guesthouse Muralhas do Mino 45 Rua D Pedro V Largo do Rosal Monacao north of town going to river pass Jardin da Parca da Republic on right E30 to pay incl breakfast
Braga -Ponte de Barca p448 Valenca de Minho-Barcelos 49m hard day Ponte de Lima Correlha Balugaes Barcelos minor roads rolling several stiff climbs in the morning then flat villages in Cerdal Sao Bento Seia and Romanigues
Day 12 Sunday 2 October
Ponte de Lima 54k Hostel p444/6 From bridge and RB junc N201 and N203 SW along N203 and Is on L is Rua Papa Joao Paulo 11
Moncao-Valenca do Minho (16k) Ponte de Lima (38k) total 54k
Day 13 Monday 3 October
Barcelos Way Hostel E35 incl breakfast to pay
SW of river on bridge and RB at junc of N306 after junc with Rue de Miguel Angelo on L is Rua de Custodio Jose Gomez Vilas Boas no 44
Ponte de Lima- Barcelos 40k
Day 14/15Tuesday&Wednesday 4/5 October
Porto 50k Hostel p356 369 from Ponte Dom Luis W to bridge with A1 SO R do Ouro and at triangle R and take 1st minor road to hostel Rua
Day 16 Thursday 6 October
The airport is 17k n of the town
- 31 Jan 2022, 2:30pm
- Forum: Bikes & Bits – Technical section
- Topic: Tyre Glider
- Replies: 99
- Views: 7649
Re: Tyre Glider
I generally have no trouble getting the tyre back on My problem is getting the bead away from the rim so that I can insert the levers to take it off. I don't think the Glider will help here . The problem is using non tubeless tyres on a tubeless ready rim. You can't move the bead away. I have resorted to using a screwdriver to push the bead away but it does have the habit of damaging the tyre wall.
- 24 Jan 2022, 2:07pm
- Forum: Touring & Expedition
- Topic: Rochdale canal towpath
- Replies: 9
- Views: 558
Re: Rochdale canal towpath
The section between Sowerby and Mytholmroyd is tarmac.
If you follow the canal from Mytholmroyd to Hebden you will have a short road section. However there is a better and more pleasant NCN route that starts by the old fire station at the bottom of the Cragg Vale climb just outside Mytholmroyd. This will take you into Hebden through the park where you can re-join the Canal path.
From Hebden to Todmorden and on to Rochdale it is a mixture of tarmac and hard pack.
You will be ok as long as you ride either 28 inch tyres on a road bike or on a mountain bike
If you follow the canal from Mytholmroyd to Hebden you will have a short road section. However there is a better and more pleasant NCN route that starts by the old fire station at the bottom of the Cragg Vale climb just outside Mytholmroyd. This will take you into Hebden through the park where you can re-join the Canal path.
From Hebden to Todmorden and on to Rochdale it is a mixture of tarmac and hard pack.
You will be ok as long as you ride either 28 inch tyres on a road bike or on a mountain bike