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If buy miracle the tyres don't sell then yes please.

In the Billiard room.

Cannot comment on Pro One, but man the Contact Urbans feel just as fast as Kojaks, but don't puncture anywhere near as easily. On Kojaks - punctures were a regular affair, as was replacing the tyres. 2+ years running Conti Contact Urbans and zero punctures or tyres replaced.

Fancy. And the other side, please?

I bought a couple of bags from Spiral - The Trail Backpack and a Roll Top Cross Body. Gave the crossbody one to a family member who's gone through hundreds of bags and said it's the best bag they've had.

The Trail Backpack is decent too and I'm using it now, mainly for off-the-bike usage. Very comfortable to the point I don't realise it's there, but could do with more pockets (I <3 pockets). I've actually got a spare if anyone is interested - it's new but with a mark: https://spiraluk.com/collections/backpacks/products/dark-grey-trail-backpack

my SRAM Red oil slick chain loves gravel, and my wallet!

Very sad news, she had a battle. Thoughts to all those effected.

Nah, not got that in me 😅. Trip by pannier.cc, Nelson was one of the guides

Got it, thanks. Good to see not just races in these regions.

That looks more CHPT3 than the CHPT3 does. Love it!

Belated, but was this for the SRMR?

The protruding pins on my current Izumi and other (KMC) single-seven speed 3/32 chains would not work well on a Brompton, as the extended pins on the quick-link would catch on the Brompton jockey wheels. With some normal jockey wheels or after-market ones, probably not a problem.

FWIW, I had Roblox on my ban list in all places (router, isp, family apps), but am absolutely okay/encourage Minecraft. There was too much un-vetted dodginess on Roblox, and their peers (school, extended family etc.) who kept asking them to play were not from the crowd of ideally-behaved kids or whose parents seemingly didn't give two shizzles about checking and restricting content.

My kids, even the older ones - still play Minecraft and I've not noticed any concerning online abuse when they play random online modes with others. It helps that the only access to it is via a console in the living room, and that the younger kids have restrictions on chat and friending on Microsoft/Xbox.

Another consideration - Nintendo's online play is so basic and archaic (friend codes) that there is even less room for abuse, and as we know is a much more child friendly system; online, consoles and their 1st party characters.

Yeah good point. I had some older, cheaper Seiko 5s and the bracelet and clasp are similar but improved. I also compared with a newer (hollow end linked) Seiko 5 bracelet's clasp and I realised what's giving the 'flimsy' feel. It's the width. This Jubilee is narrower than what I'm used to, but is adequate.

Can't complain about the price and they're regularly on sale for ~300, the Orange even lower at times. The watch looks way more expensive than what I paid, and I really welcome the crystal over the bezel. Makes it look as good as a Ceramic one.

Wonder if @Browndonneur was in town that day?

@Regal Really pleased with my choice. The watch looks great - not as bright a green as I feared and the dial looks good in the right lighting conditions. You're right that the solid end links make a difference, although the bracelet does still feel a little flimsy, and the clasp is an entry level Seiko 5 one.

I'm no pilot (are any of us) but constantly juggling time zones and doing the maths in my head. I've got a feeling I won't be able to go back to non-GMTs after this.

EDIT: The non-clicky/ratchet bezel doesn't phase me at all. Time will tell.

Ouch!

This looks amazing!

Had a peep at a white one in H Samuel today and it looked a bit cheap next to the others. Wouldn’t recommend that one. Blue, green, black ones all nice.

Missed out on some deals for the Prospex Alpinist GMT, and a King Turtle I was eyeing up. I don't think I'll have any regrets given how long I've planned to buy one, but I went for the 5KX GMT instead. The green completely trumped the black vs raspberry debate. Looking forward to the more solid links, although I'll probably end up chucking a nato or leather strap for comfort.

In other news, my son's Save the Ocean Monster has arrived, but won't be gifted until his party. That means it's unopened and I still haven't seen it!

To save hassle returning and owing to some confusion, I'm selling this vacuum cleaner. Brand new, boxed, paid £200 but no longer need it. £130

https://www.vax.co.uk/vacuum-cleaners/cordless-vacuum-cleaners/blade-5-pet-plus-toolkit

Collection from E4, London, or can drop off in neighbouring boroughs.

Epic. Enjoyed reading that!

As the culture is more Berber than beer-beer (oh yes he did)

I hate you for this.

unless you’re a fucking moron. In which case, you have to retrace your steps almost as far back as Marrakesh city limits and take a poorly-sealed cut-across where you will inevitably puncture, adding hours to your day. Fucking moron.

lmao

You've rekindled my urge to go back - was 'meant' to be on that tour with friends last month, but life happened - uncannily though, my next stop should be the karakoram/s.

Glad this was picked up!

Yeah, good point. I lived near the now-closed Tottenham branch, and it's now a lot more inconvenient to grab a few items.

LMAO

Indeed. They're not robust. I only bought one as the stupid office I was working in at the time said bikes have to be bagged unless they're in the basement lockup. After two days I gave up and snuck in on the service lift. I set a precedent that caused that stupid rule to drop. #wins

If they are indeed identical, what a shitty move lol.

I take it you mean Cycle Clubs because the crowd here will give you all sorts of dodgy club links otherwise, like this: https://www.facebook.com/groups/443057326578424/about?locale=en_GB

Redbridge Cycling Club, Lee Valley CC, 6AM are some nearby clubs. Lots of cyclists and groups start their rides from the Miller & Carter on Woodford New Road. You're in a good spot.