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Sadly time to move my Condor Italia on, linking here in case it's of interest, would love for it to stay in the forum.

I think Easy Peasy Puppy Squeezy by Steve Mann covered this, suggesting it was a bit of an old- school approach. Shout if you don't have this book and I'll try and dig out that section.

It's a hard one, I'd argue crying it out doesn't necessarily make for a happy puppy and you could take a more positive reinforcement/ease them in approach.

We slept on a blow-up mattress next to ours for that initial period. Could have probably pulled away quicker but similarly we had differences in opinion.

Thought this might be worth a go here...

Ted Baker Endurance suit in a regular (not slim) fit. Wear to the trousers but overall in great condition and cost almost £400 new.

Selling as I've lost a bunch of weight cycling.

Pictures: available here
£50 posted.

Bought from the forum in 2018 and previously forum owned from new. I’m making use of Cycle-to-Work and sadly can’t keep this.

It’s in fair condition, I’ve used this year round so there are marks to reflect this. More recently I’ve repaired a large paint chip (pictured), later finding out Condor stock “Ferrari yellow” which looks a closer match. I’ve not long popped a new chain on and the gears need some tuning.

It’s not perfect, but I’m hoping the price is fair and that someone on here will enjoy this as much as I have.

Price: £200
Collection: Hitchin, five-minute walk from the station, thirty minute train from St Pancras
More pictures: available here

Sizing
I’m 173 cm tall and fairly average proportions. Scherrit at The Bike Whisperer suggested it would suit someone longer in the body and measured it as follows:

Top tube: 55cm
Stack: 520mm
Headtube angle: 74 degrees
Seat tube angle: 75 degrees
Handlebar drop: 150mm

Specification
Campagnolo - Mirage/Veloce groupset
GP5000 25mm tyres (never punctured)
Stronglight headset
Fizik bar tape
Kinesis forks

Lovely and clearly at that fall sleep anywhere stage!

Cheers - much appreciated. I wasn't sure if equipment generally didn't like the heat but the more I read it sounds like something has tripped a protection mode. Frustratingly there's nothing in the manual so more research is needed...

Would also recommend Easy Peasy Puppy Squeezy. I found it helpful reading before the four-legged arrives and that gap until you can get outside / take them to training classes. Also an easy read.

Has anybody had equipment stop working in the heat? Earlier this week my Denon M37 decided to stop working, temperatures have cooled since but it still won't power up.

I've tried disconnecting and reconnecting things but no luck so far...

Pm'd.

Keos please, will pm.

We found Easy Peasy Puppy Squeezy by Steve Mann useful (had dogs in the family but our first as a couple) would recommend it for before the four legged arrives and in those early days before you get to training classes.

+1 for Equafleece, plenty available second hand too (got ours on Vinted).

Biothane leads are worth a look, they don't hold water like fabric and wipe clean which is handy in winter.

Having something to carry all the walking/training paraphernalia with you is useful, whatever that might be. For us it's a cheap bumbag.

If the heat gets to them you might want to look at a cooling coat and Weatherbeeta are good.

One thing we wouldn't be without is a "frozen Kong". Keeps ours occupied for a good while which was a godsend in the workng from home with a puppy stage.

1. Soak dried food in water overnight
   
2. Whazz with a stick blender or similar
   
3. Spoon mixture into the Kong
   
4. Freeze Kong
   

Rep! Appreciate the input, not sure why I've never explored this.

Is that the Ikawa home roaster? You've peaked my interest - how much of a learning curve / faff have you found it? Don't need another rabbit hole but wonder if it's worth it for the long term.

Think I saw that @ghostface was after an Albion burner...

Can anyone make use of either of these? I'd rather not relegate the badger brush to keyboard cleaning duties! Both clean and cared for.

*brush now taken.

Bulgarian split squats (leaning forward or staying upright I think varies the target muscle) and glute bridges are both worth a go.

Thanks all – really helpful @lynx @el_presidente @christianSpaceman @hugo7

Spoke to the seller and think they’re genuinely helpful. Must be careful not to turn into a cynical bastard. V5 checks out too, watch this space.

Have you adjusted your nutrition since picking cycling back up? That will play a role in your ability to recover, particularly if you’ve increased your general physical activity.

Long-time reader first time posting in this thread.

We’re in the market for a Focus ST Mk3 estate and looking to view one this weekend. The seller (seemingly helpful) offers to meet halfway at a shopping centre.

Am I right in thinking that this rings alarm bells?

In case helpful – some time ago I asked Exposure what the difference was between the Flare (75 lumens) and Blaze (80 lumens) and they responded:

The 5 lumen difference isn’t a great deal as rear lights don’t require huge outputs to make them very visible to other road users.

However, the technological and design progression from the Flare to the Blaze is significant, with improved battery capacity and run times, better waterproofing and easier functionality. The ReAKT and Peloton versions also feature smart tech that provide real rider benefits.

Another recommendation for Loake. I've had a few pairs now, would recommend the Dainite rather than leather soles. The latter ended up wearing through on a early pair for me. From memory their 1880 range is made in the UK from start to finish.

Looking to give this chain waxing a go for the first time…

Can anyone comment on how “clean” Molten Speed Wax or Silca Hot Melt Wax are?

I’m in it for the cleanliness and saw a few posts back that this might not be the case, or is that just the drip-on lubes?

Any tips for getting the most out of the Blenheim Forge sharpening class?

Saw it recommended on this thread and I'm going on Saturday. I'm new to sharpening having watched a few videos and have had a go at sharpening the basic knives we have.