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Ed Moss

Interesting read and at last they are saying what I've always thought about Livestrong foundation. Will be very interesting if found guilty and goes to prison, wonder what the Nike marketing department will say then? I've also often wondered why Lance has never sued Tyler/Landis for libel, after all...

Ed Moss

I've got no evidence that stands up in court, just far too much circumstantial evidence 1. All his team mates have tested positive at some point after leaving his team 2. How do you beat a doped Ullrich, Basso, Heras, Hamilton etc etc on training alone 3. Good bit starts @2.10 http://www.youtube.com...

Ed Moss

Sorry don't agree, it's good for the sport, he's from an era where doping was the norm, today's peleton have "mostly" a different attitude.

He can't be allowed to get off away with one of the biggest sporting frauds in history, just not ethical.

Ed Moss

Wonder if this time, the charges will stick?

Ed Moss

What was up this time Brian, you seem to be a bit unlucky.

Sounds like a course you could easily forget how many times to go round.
Well done all, pleased I was safely hidden in Cannock Chase.

Ed Moss

All gone a bit quiet, who's won what so far and who is riding the 50 on Sunday?

Ed Moss

Will give tubeless a go next set of tyres, or if/when I get a set of racing wheels.
I've watched the Stan's video, amazing!

Ed Moss

Ed Moss

Short review.

Don't bother, complete waste of money.

You have been warned.

Trashed 3 in the past 10 days.

On a positive note you do get mouthfuls of green liquid when you get a front **flat**, tastes like rubber/vinegar/petrol

Ed Moss

Also the oxygen content is slightly higher, and rolling resistance from the road is slightly reduced, or at least that's what the internet told me.

So what you are saying George is that there is NO excuse for not going fast?

Ed Moss

I've just pre ordered the new book about Stephen Roche, hope it's as good as the Fignon book.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sQojh-wqL04

You can never watch this too many times

Ed Moss

Thanks all, Garmin 800 came end of last week, downloaded the open source map, still working out whats next.

Ed Moss

Makes up for Macclesfield getting relegated

Ed Moss

Ed these are superb - will you be selling prints from your website? I was looking at Keith getting more and more worn down as the morning progressed but that picture is classic gallery material. My son has an album by the Spanish bloke begins with S (I've visited a show) suffering workers of the wo...

Ed Moss

Thanks guys, bought the unit and I'll see how I get on without the DVD.
I won't be using it as a bike/car satnav, I'm guessing that's what autoroute is?

Ed Moss

Thanks Alan, So one of these http://www.wiggle.co.uk/garmin-edge-800-gps-cycle-computer/ And http://www.wiggle.co.uk/garmin-mapsource-city-navigator-nt-full-europe-dvd/ Job done?! (After I've shopped around) Yep, that would be my choice. But download the free Open Street Mapping as well and load th...

Ed Moss

Thanks Alan,

So one of these http://www.wiggle.co.uk/garmin-edge-800 ... -computer/

And http://www.wiggle.co.uk/garmin-mapsourc ... urope-dvd/

Job done?! (After I've shopped around)

Ed Moss

Where do I get the DVD maps?

Am I right, A basic Garmin 800 with bike mount and DVD map? That means I can download mtb/road rides and follow them, or map my own?

Ed Moss

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Mode ... elID=55545

Is it this one I need, with the preloaded EU maps, or can I just buy the unit and maps later?

Ed Moss

Last 3. I'll sort out the order later this week and send them to Steve

Ed Moss

Sure, I've got a couple more to print and I'll send them all to whoever wants them.

Ed Moss

Well I'm still baffled, I've read our forums and loads of others. I'm thinking of getting a GPS. What I want is to download rides (mtb and road) and follow them, future power tap compatibility (ANT+) would be good as well. Looks like the Garmin 800 is the one to go for? But which bundle? Can't decid...

Ed Moss

Still a couple more to print, here a few more.

Ed Moss

One more, will print the rest when I get time.

Ankerdine

Ed Moss

http://www.edwardmoss.co.uk/news/entry/ ... rial_2012/

Madness

Ed Moss

Note to PR company:

Blow tyres up before photoshoot

Ed Moss

As it's your first go just go and I'm not sure how much racing you have done, so assuming not much (?) then just do it on a road bike and get to know the course. TT bike and everything else is the fastest way to ride the course, the first lap/hour is fairly flat anyway, second half is the hard bit, ...

Ed Moss

"Other factors considered were deterioration of the road surface as autumn progresses"

Call me old fashioned but that is one of the "charms" of the hill climb, picking your route whilst trying not to wheel spin.

Ed Moss

Little bit of grit inside the tyre when you fitted it.

Ed Moss

Same here, due to work can't commit to any dates until shortly before the event, but happy to help.

Ed Moss

Post was about Viccy Park, Malllory is good fun but I always preferred Darley Moor or Curdborough.

Ed Moss

I'll be happy to help, although can't commit until shortly before the events.

Ed Moss

I raced there once, NEVER again unless you like an season ending injury, or are very lucky.
The bin on the final corner always looked really nasty.
Go and do the Darley Moor ones instead if you early season crits, much better circuit and more fun...40mph on the back straight, turn corner, 5mph

Ed Moss

Cheapest I've found is £35 on ebay, I get around 5-7000 miles on them.
I probably spend as much on winter tyres as racing clinchers, it's one time of the year I want loads of comfort and grip, and they really do grip

Ed Moss

Try a pair of Vittoria Open CG-The best winter tyres you will ever own, made for Paris Roubaix, 24mm

Really comfy, loads of grip and LOTS of **flat** protection.

Ed Moss

Most of us started with toe clips and had the same problems as you.
Practice Practice Practice Practice and soon you won't even notice or think about what you are doing.
I haven't used your type of pedal but usually it's front bit in then stamp down for the rear bit.

Ed Moss

On The TT forum anything ceramic has pretty much been discussed, conclusion, performance v cost, the benefits are really not worth it. Ceramic in principle is good, but to perform, the bearings need to put under a lot more pressure than your legs could ever produce..In your head you may go faster, b...

Ed Moss

Wyre Forest do (or did one) that went around Clee Hill, otherwise it's the Rudy Project events which are worth looking at.
Nearby, our 10 course is also worth a ride

Ed Moss

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/exposure-flashf ... batteries/

Best lights I've ever owned, why risk it with a cheap set?

Ed Moss

Another vote for Sram.
Depends on how many miles you do and how often you clean it.
On the race bike I tend to change mine once a year, and the old one goes on the winter bike.

Ed Moss

Sizing TT bikes can be a challenge, top tube length is the most important factor. It's probably no help at all, I ride a small Trek TTX and I'm 6ft, although I really should be on a med I prefer the position on a small so I'm not too stretched out. Best thing to do is go a to a proper shop and get i...

Ed Moss

Kysriums are one of the worst wheels built in terms of drag, great everyday wheel but leave them at home for racing on.
If you are racing go for the deepest section wheels you can afford, the Planet X ones are fantastic value for money although the Dura Ace ones look good for crits.

Ed Moss

Depends on how you are riding and if you really really want a posh BB.
Hope if you are racing, Shimano for everything else.

Ed Moss

Just buy a new one, the degreaser will have flushed out most of the grease which you can't replace as they are sealed.
The BB is a fit and forget item.

Ed Moss

I think (not 100%) you cant put 9 or 10 speed in a 6 speed frame, as it's not wide enough unless you are willing to bend the frame.

Ed Moss

Give NHS direct a call, they should sort you out....

Ed Moss

Looks like I've been lucky, although my 2 sets are around 5-6 years old so maybe the quality has dropped in recent years?

On a positive note, I've never had to re-true my disc

Ed Moss

I've found Bontrager wheels pretty good, not sure what they are like now as the last pair I bought was around 5 years ago.

The old ultegra/dura ace with mavic open pro are also hard to beat as they are mostly servicable on the roadside.

Ed Moss

Change of direction George?

Ed Moss

Most likely your freehub has stopped working. Probably just needs a good clean and all should be fine.

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