Any question answered...

Cheers. That's really helpful and exactly what I was after.

Generally I don't mind investing in quality stuff that will last. However, it's likely that we'll be in Patagonia in February - March, and still have another 2-3 months after that... so lugging a tent around the rest of Argentina doesn't really appeal when we've already got a lot of stuff due to time/variety of climates/etc.

But then maybe that's just a better argument for buying high quality light weight kit...

Can anyone tell me the advantages of Cantilever brakes on a touring bike?

I'm looking at a frame on ebay but it doesn't have them, do they allow for more clearance of full fenders?

Price per linear metre? Collection from?

as i understand it, you face the non-drive side, it'll push the drive side crank out.
i'm looking to get this done as i have 2mm of spacer between my hub and cog which i'd like to get shot of.

http://sheldonbrown.com/cantilever-geometry.html

i am looking for 2 x 120mm front mtb skewers
something along the lines of shimano xt as seen below
http://www.rosebikes.co.uk/article/shimano-deore-xt-hb-m770775-front-wheel-quick-release-skewer/aid:293710

this is a good price but they charge through the nose for P&P
is there anywhere doing good deals on some decent skewers currently ?

Looking for an eddy merckx jersey with flowers or some shit on the sleeves
Any ideas?

What?
Do you mean a jersey which says 'Eddy Merckx' on it, or something more like the recognisable orange Moltini trade team jersey?

Not sure.. I have a feeling it says Merckx on it somewhere but its certainly not iconically recognisable like the Moltini jersey.

Have a look at Prendas. They stock a lot of that sort of kit.

Dress code for OXO Tower Brasserie? Smart casual?

Has anyone got a nice route to Southend on Sea?

We did a Southend ride a few years ago. Check the old ride thread - it was a nice route.

Here's the thread. Bikely route in first post. http://www.lfgss.com/conversations/148506/

Cheers

Freddy Merckx? Check the stylish cycling kit thread.

Clearance. Retro looks.

That's it IMO.

Does anybody know if the rim wear indicator on Campagnolo Neutron Ultra wheels is a groove, or a mark? Just bought some and the indicator is there, but its smooth, and I'm not sure if there's any life left in them.

Any good recommendations for a new OTP ladies bike? I'm after a mixte or step-through kinda thing for a casual cyclist but want to avoid Halfords-style BSOs. Any help appreciated.

haven't really used the forum since it was updated any idea how you sell in the classifieds now ?cheers

My newish bamboo plant has turned yellow. I went away for a week or so and when I got back, it had blown over and my housemates hadn't picked it back up again. It's had plenty of water since, and isn't dead, but it looks a bit unsightly.

Is there anything I can do to help it, or is it fucked?

The horticultural expert of the house is at the allotment, but bamboo is an evergreen so a yellowing of leaves usually means they are about to drop and new ones should grow in their place. This usually happens in spring though I think.

Brake pad upgrade from stock 105 pads. What would people suggest for aluminium rims? Performance > longevity

Swissstop Green or Kool-Stop salmon, I've been really impressed by both.