Cycling UK Forum

On 23rd September I hope I too can report 'all done' Congrats, is there a single outstanding memory; and how many times did you think 'I wish I'd never started this'?

I'm pleased to report that our internet seems to be working as normal - only thing is, having no technical knowledge I'm not sure if it's normal at all. Nonetheless it se@em to br ko. Plissed the spoolchucker os wonking orlrit.

To give an informed opinion it would be necessary to review the full file of evidence along with learned advice....... but surely this is what has been done?

I strongly suspect that the person who wrote about the 'grimness of Northern England' would describe New England in the Fall as a vista comprised of trees with their leaves dying! Pah!

Yes, The Coast and Castles is suitable for a road bike although I wouldn't want to do it with narrow racing tyres. I have 23c tyres and have been along most of the off road (footpath) section without any difficulty. Clearly touring tyres would be a little more comfortable but the path is reasonably smooth and well made

Try wearing a buff under your helmet - it soaks, wicks etc and may remove the need for too frequent washings. You may think this would heat you up but it seems to add to the comfort and also stops perspiration trickle down

I've recently taken delivery of a Garmin 705 Edge with City Navigator Europe. The advertising blurb on the seller's website commented that the map was now updated to include full UK post code searches. So far I have been unable to discover how to enter a post code (the instruction are somewhat brief!). If anyone has this model can they tell me if there is something I'm missing - is there a 'field' for a post code on the search screen, or have I been sold an older version of the map. Thought I'd try and get the correct info before approaching the seller. Thanks

Why man hadaway with ya, that's nee botha! (Tsk tsk old chap, that's not a problem at all)

Yesterday I cycled a circular route between Alnwick and Bamburgh in Northumberland including a section alongside the fantastic coastline. If anything ever answers the question 'why cycle' then a ride like yesterday's does it in spades - clear blue skies, fabulous countryside, historic castles, abundant wildlife and good refreshments. There are many parts of the UK which can rival but none can beat Northumberland

I'm doing LEJOG in September courtesy of CTC Hols and whilst I appreciate the above comments (and never having undertaken such a long tour) I feel that the satisfaction will be from having ridden the miles, not from seeing tawdry or unkempt touristy landmarks at each end. Indeed, I may be a little at odds with many, but I prefer the less developed sites and areas of the UK and I wouldn't pay some profiteer for the pleasure of a photograph. However it takes all sorts and I would not disparage those whose view differs from mine.

Are there no 'CTC officials' monitoring this discussion who can give us an answer, or is it a fact that there are really no winners - I can't believe that this is the case. Perhaps everyone threw their tickets away after all! Oh dear .... I've just had an awful thought - surely the 'officals' can't be at Wimbledon enjoying corporate hospitality

It may be that 'flying marshalls' should be deployed to gate duty ... and litter picking

Interesting .... but a little too much time on the laptop and too little on the bike? Get thee on another trek. Have you done anything in Europe?

In a similar vein, what about dog mess. I religiously bag anything my dog does and dump it in a bin (sometimes have to walk miles). Some seem to bag it and then hang the bag on a hedge or fence - WHY? Do they think there is a 'poo monitor' following behind?

I was always brought up to believe that 'two wrongs don't make a right' but on the other hand, when I'm driving I'm a motorist and when I'm cycling, motorists are the enemy!!