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@kinchy
So, I think me and the missus are moving to brighton in August. Currently in Oxford, but her family is from Tonbridge so she wants to move closer and Brighton is the only place nearby that sounds like I'd want to live there.
Few questions - how is the riding - SS (obviously), road, CX, MTB, BMX? Will have my SS and road bike down at first, and then my MTB and BMX when I find somewhere to put them which leads me on to my next question....
Where does everyone keep their bikes? The flats we are looking at dont have space for a shed or anything, and a couple of bikes can stay inside for so long but when I get all of them down I'm going to need more space - are there garages available anywhere?
Nice areas to live? Already spoken to a friend who has just moved from Brighton and she recommended Hanover area. We're young (24 and 20) so will want to be somewhere fairly lively, I've heard Kemp Town is the party area. We're visiting the weekend after next so will take a look round everywhere then.
Best bike shops? Will need a decent shop to work on my bike until I have some sort of workspace sorted. What's Cranks like? I might do some volunteering there if its any good. I'll potentially be looking for a bike shop job as well so any that are hiring would be handy.
Any other nuggets of wisdom would be greatly appreciated, and hopefully I'll see some of you in August!
Lewis