LondonFGSS-on-sea - Brighton fixies

got second round interview on the 12th November, an in-person one this time.
I've heard it's pretty Hogwarts, could be interesting.
Would be good to see you guys again after that brighton run.
ahh good times...
also I could become champion of the beacon.

got second round interview on the 12th November, an in-person one this time.
I've heard it's pretty Hogwarts, could be interesting.
Would be good to see you guys again after that brighton run.
ahh good times...
also I could become champion of the beacon.

I remember our little breakaway! Didn't you carry on into Brighton after my rubbish directions and have to come back out to the pub? That was a fun ride.

So who's on for Lee's Ride Tommorow?

lee's not here this weekend or next, i think i'm going to go out and ride bostal a few times in the monring - i've entered the Sussex CA hill climb wich is there next weekend.

Mind me tagging on andy? You can see if you can get up twice in the time it takes me to get up once

the next person to see jordan/katie/ironsloth in person, can you please tell him i.m on a vigilante mission to slay him unless he returns my ny3000 lock!

I was in Lewes the other day, should have dropped it off! do you want me to put it in Sydney street bikes on the way home?

Yeh, drop me a text, I'm not at work this week due to robo-leg enhancement upgrades. I will PM you my mobile number.

Anything fun happening this week?

If anyone sees a red Mullet fixie around say hello. I'm relatively new to fixed and I got a new frame over christmas. It'd be cool to know more fixed gear riders for tips/rides/parts.

The name's Tim and I'm looking forward to meeting a few of you...

think i've considered shouting at you a few times tim.

never consider shouting, just do it!

Was it going to be a nice shout or a nasty shout?

Ditto, shout at me too guys. Ride a charge plug (the shame) building up a nice condor pista for non-commuting purposes.

Are there any plans for a meet any time soon?

Hey, I'm a plug rider too...mostly seen riding between Hove & Worthing, but occasionally riding about Brighton on a weekend...

so by all means holla (abuse or otherwise...)

Polo CPR next wednesday at four. I'll bring all the mallets I can find, as will Matt, if you have your own please bring it.
Legit.

To all you newwwwwwwbies, this would be a perfect time to come and meet us all - expect very little and you'll be pleased.

Count me in.

Wont be able to make the polo (work) but if there are drinks afterwards I am up for that

Hey... hopefully some of you will be able to make it out to his once i get things started...

So i have been toying with this idea for a little while and now i feel that Lewes is ready for it.
When i first moved to London, i used to offer a service which i called the Open Toolbox. Originally on a Sunday morning, the idea was that people would come over with bike problems, bring a few Sunday be(ers)verages, some food, a bit of music. Then i would give free use of my tools and advice. The main objective was to give people a chance to fix their own bikes, meet others and help each other out. It quickly became quite tight group or people, with regulars showing up. More importantly to me it allowed for myself to meet other bike nerds, seeing as i was new to the city. After the open toolbox session, we would normally go out for a lazy ride and end up at the Polo.

I still need to figure out the exact logistics of it. But it will more than likely be on a Wednesday evening. Lets say from 5 - 8. In the shop we only have two workstands so no more than two people working on a bike at a time. But im sure within the three hours, we can get through a few people. Obviously i do not want to take anything away from the bike doctors on a Saturday morning, this can be something a little different. Bring some snacks, maybe a beer or two. Along with all your bike questions. All for free!

Lewes is a very independent and community driven town. So hopefully this kind of thing will appeal to everyone. Even if you have no clue about bikes, i am sure you will learn something. Plus i can assure you, there is no better feeling than turning something that you think will never work into something as good as new.

If interested, please send an email to me (Matt) at lewes@futurecycles.co.uk. Or give me a phone call on 01273 483108.

Hope to hear from you all soon!

sounds great matt, should be moving to lewes from brighton shortley so would be well up for it

Still on for today?

Beer and I'm there.

Hey there, I'm a fellow Brighton head. Just noticed this subforum which is pretty cool! Might pop over to Lewes for the Wednesday evening Open Toolbox, sounds like a great idea. Would be nice to chat to fellow minded people and maybe ask a question or two.

Tomorrow yieaaah?

Hi all,

I started a thread asking for any pointers for good routes around Brighton area but realised I hadn't formally introduced myself.

Been lurking on here on and off for 8 or 9 months and lived in Brighton for a year and a half or so (am currently away from brighton as my place is being gutted).

Ride a de-badged Pista with white wheels and Pink hubs and go by name.....Matt.

Hello!

Be good to meet some of you at some stage, whether it be beers or rides.