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http://www.amazon.co.uk/Lost-Lanes-Glorious-Southern-South-East/dp/0957157312

/\This/\ I had a day off the other week and bought a copy of Lost Lanes in the hope it'd inspire me to go for an afternoon adventure/explore. It arrived on Friday, went for one of the rides on Sunday. A short train journey to God knows where in Essex. Saw hardly any other cyclist, hardly any cars. Even with the evil headwind it was great being out away from everything for an afternoon and just taking my time. Took a flask of tea, some sandwiches and stopped a lot. Haven't been on the bike since but started to get the fun / freedom feeling back.

Nice. Just got myself a new saddle for the kingpin. Could turn it into anti tho. Feel we need a shopper/folder appreciation thread.

Dusk at Elsenham yesterday.

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@brokenbetty awesome build. My kingpin is currently hibernating, waiting for spring to arrive (I removed the mudguards as they got damaged). Can't wait, definitely fun to ride.

Second dibs on the Iscaselle saddle please!

Anyone recommend a decent decaff option for aeropress? Trying to decrease caffeine intake due to ridiculous stress levels at work. Plan is - espresso before leaving the house, decaff at work.

Also - have a large (6 cup) Bialetti moka express going free if anyone wants it. Could probably do with a new filter plate.

Rode in today for first time in weeks. Cold but sunny and crisp. Half term = quiet roads. Took my time, explored a New route and had a coffee in a flask as a reward for arriving in the office. Marvellous. Going to try and ride in a couple of times this week to see if today was a one off or if the mojo is returning.

First ride in this morning for weeks. Found a nice new route that joins the cycle path along embankment. Glorious.

But, the nicest rides I have now is where I can pootle along enjoying the ride without giving a flying fuck about fitness. Until I meet a hill. Take a break, go for a gentle spin when you want to. Ride for fun. Fitness is a bonus.

Went for that group ride this morning. Had 4 hrs sleep. Got to the meeting point at 8am. Organiser was an hour late. Everyone was weird. When we actually started riding out the group went through three red lights in a row. I was so hacked off I just went home. Spent the day eating crap and sitting on the sofa. And feel all the better for it.

Good info. I usually reach for coffee first thing or as a distraction. Are you off tea as well?

Down to 63 cups a day at the moment though. Which is progress.

Thanks. Am going to see how it goes/ head home at st albans. Am planning to do just a couple if rides in per week and see how it goes. How did you cut down in caffeine? Tried before but kept getting headaches.

Thanks. Have signed up for a group ride to Oxford on Sunday with London Bike and Beer group. Haven't done new a group ride so thought I'd try something different. Giving the bike a good clean etc as @JamesNQ mentioned should help. Thunk it's more related to what's at the end if the ride than the ride itself. Ie. Stressful no fun job.

Off sick today with a virus. Haven't ridden to work for over a week, just can't be bothered even though I hate getting the tube home (enjoy reading/listening to music on the way in). Wanted to get back on it after Christmas, (weighed myself and 2 stone overweight. Fat git), but so far just haven't been motivated other than a on week of commuting and one long weekend ride to Cambridge.

Think its tied to general work/life stress and subsequent depression. Need to ride to lift a bit of depression. Cant be bothered to ride due to same bit of depression.

Dibs. Pm'd

@nimurphy yep, still up for grabs

I'm more worried about the angle of that saddle.

Faded, industrial function outside Wickes this weekend.

Second dibs remaining trade team and superlightweight jerseys.

@Thrasher try now.

@Thrasher - hold on, will post pics elsewhere.

Mini clear out - checked the cupboard and realised i have way too much luggage/bags. So, here's some up for sale along with a helmet and free pump.

Specialized helmet, fits 56cm - 60cm, £10 please! GONE PENDING COLLECTION
http://imgur.com/REF5XHm
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GRIM Burton messenger bag, olive green. NOT SOLD, STILL AVAILABLE
Only used it a handful of times, too big for my needs. Want £50 ono.
Bought it new from their website, take a look at bag specs
http://imgur.com/KHOkv1Z
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Second up, a nice scruffy Carradice Super C left rear pannier. Want £30 ono
http://imgur.com/723tSgd
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In good nick, no holes/repairs but a bit scruffy so perfect for commute/rat/beaters. It's Carradice, so you know its going to last a good few years yet. It's not as large as their current panniers, but can still get a change of clothes, lunch, wallet etc. for commuting or day rides.

Last up - small charcoal grey shoulder bag from H&M. Want £10 ono.
http://imgur.com/dSuvns8
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Have also got a zefal pump with presta valve adaptor, free to a good home GONE
http://imgur.com/K6SOezU

Good work, and glad micycle were able to help. Am no longer looking to make my kingpin functional, more fun summer bike. Will post pics in the next week or so.