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OK, here's what I know: it's a Dutchie Oma Classic. It's a single-speed, 50cm frame size and described as a classic Dutch handmade bicycle imported from Holland.
It really is brand new and in mint condition.
Features: integrated lock, chain guard, dynamo light, pannier rack, sturmey archer brakes, chrome bell. Paintwork is black with touch of white at the rear (for visibility apparently, but I think a massive red flashing light might be more effective in London!)
I know my friend is away all next week, but I'm sure I can organise for you to see the bike if you're interested.
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I have a friend who is looking to sell a Dutchie bike (I think that's the name of the brand) but it is a new bike. Has the looks of a traditional bike, with all the benefits of never having been ridden! I can get details to you if you think you're interested. My friend is 5'4" if that helps.
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I've not resorted to calling companies to complain about reckless drivers. However I have started giving a friendly wave and thumbs up to drivers who recognise that they can't pass me on narrow roads and just sit back and take it easy for a few seconds... that way I get to spread the good karma.
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Over the last few months my bike has taken a bit of a hammering from the crappy weather and whilst I've tried to take care of it, there have been a couple of occasions where I've really been ashamed of the state of it. A week or so ago I noticed that the chain was looking in very poor nick and really needed a clean and some lube. However life and work and marathon training all got in the way and it never happened. Then cycling home from the running club last night, what horror! The chain started squeaking... quite loudly!
As a committed cyclist I felt rather guilty; as though I had done my trusty steed a disservice. So this morning, before work, I cleaned and lubed and my ride to work this morning was quiet, smooth (well except for the pot-holes!) and so fast! Lesson learned.
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I thought my friend might have a buyer for the bike, but it was not to be so it is still on offer. I really hope someone buys the bike so that it gets ridden - it is a rather sad looking thing sat in my friend's lounge. Anyone interested?
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I have a few friends who have ran the Grand Union Canal Race (http://www.gucr.co.uk/) and it might be worth talking to people who have done it about the state of the towpath which in places might be pretty difficult to ride on. But it sounds like a great adventure!