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by AlanW
09 Jun 2012 18:24
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: Anyone on here got a Garmin Edge 200?
Replies: 8
Views: 4401

Re: Anyone on here got a Garmin Edge 200?

PatBoySlim wrote:
AlanW wrote:
I bought the Edge 500 yesterday for £140 and free post. :lol:
Thats a good price Alan, where was that from ?
One of the large internet GPS shops was having a promo last week, I think that it was Pentagon GPS?
by AlanW
09 Jun 2012 18:21
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: Garmin Communicator
Replies: 13
Views: 6178

Re: Garmin Communicator

Anyone else had problems downloading the Garmin communicator plug in? For some reason I've not been able to successfully download the plug in and hence the lap top can't communicate with the gps unit... Ian, No problems here. But just a thought go to the Garmin website and see if there are any upda...
by AlanW
08 Jun 2012 21:24
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: Anyone on here got a Garmin Edge 200?
Replies: 8
Views: 4401

Hi Alan, The Edge 500 is available in various bundles and without the HR and Cadence sensors for around about £150 http://www.handtec.co.uk/product.php/5900/garmin-edge-500-neutral--white-black- You can also then add the HR or Cadence sensors if you require in the future. I looked at the 200 for my...
by AlanW
05 Jun 2012 11:21
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: Anyone on here got a Garmin Edge 200?
Replies: 8
Views: 4401

Anyone on here got a Garmin Edge 200?

Q: Can you view the time when you are moving? I have read somewhere that you can only view the time when you are stationary, but not once you start moving, that's never correct is it? I quite fancy one of these little gadgets to save me lumping the Oregon 450 about every where. The Edge 500 has a bi...
by AlanW
03 Jun 2012 15:17
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: Slime inner tubes
Replies: 9
Views: 4944

But the way forward is going tubeless though, so ditch the tubes and shove some Stans No Tubes, in there. <@> What rims/tyres do you use, Alan? I think I'll need to change wheels soon and was thinking about tubeless for my road bike. I haven't yet ventured into going tubeless for my road bikes, onl...
by AlanW
03 Jun 2012 09:32
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: Slime inner tubes
Replies: 9
Views: 4944

MTB I have to admit that before I went tubeless, I used the standard Slime tubes and also the Slime "Light" tubes and I thought that they were superb. I have used them for years and not had any issues. But and at the risk of telling you something that you already know, but just because the tyre has...
by AlanW
02 Jun 2012 19:22
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: Slime inner tubes
Replies: 9
Views: 4944

I assume that you are referring to the road version?
by AlanW
02 Jun 2012 18:07
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: The Silk Run - 100km - Saturday 2nd June 2012
Replies: 2
Views: 1925

Here is the actual route if anyone would like to retrace it at some point - HERE
by AlanW
02 Jun 2012 17:48
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: The Silk Run - 100km - Saturday 2nd June 2012
Replies: 2
Views: 1925

Well it was raining when I left home to drive the start at Tewkesbury first thing this morning, and it got considerably worse as I passed Droitwich on the M5 to the point that I nearly turned around and returned home. However, I decided to at least drive to the start and see if the weather would imp...
by AlanW
01 Jun 2012 20:57
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: advice
Replies: 11
Views: 5838

In fact I found the receipt for it the other day, £499 from Peddlers in Worcester. Reynolds 531c frame with a Shimano 105 groupset. You were robbed! Halesowen Cycles £380. Looks like I was. :x However, I have just looked and it was actually £449, not £499. I wonder if its to late to ask for a price...
by AlanW
01 Jun 2012 19:06
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: advice
Replies: 11
Views: 5838

Arnt they the same sort of thing as the Bio Pace chain rings from years ago? As fitted to the Holdsworth Professional circa 1990. Ditched them after a few weeks. Yes indeed, and my Holdsworth Professional is hanging up in my loft, its worth bugger all but I just cannot bear to chuck it out. :cry: I...
by AlanW
01 Jun 2012 17:48
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: advice
Replies: 11
Views: 5838

This is very heavy reading, or you could just skip to the Conclusion - HERE

:wink:
by AlanW
01 Jun 2012 17:40
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: advice
Replies: 11
Views: 5838

Arnt they the same sort of thing as the Bio Pace chain rings from years ago?

Okay the Bio Pace were not adjustable, but in principle I think that they are same?

I also seem to recall that if your rode with a high cadence, then there wasn't much advantage, more info HERE
by AlanW
01 Jun 2012 12:17
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Test Ride for Beacon's Kidderminster Killer 2012?
Replies: 18
Views: 8328

IanT wrote:It was an 8.30am departure from Belbroughton and a 10.45pm arrival back.
:shock:
by AlanW
31 May 2012 22:13
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: Anyone got a 24mm socket? ...
Replies: 3
Views: 2288

Andy Terry wrote:Yes please, Alan. I'll be passing on my way back from Worcester about 10.30 tomorrow morning. I'll text you.
I've just put it in my bag so that I don't forget it...... :oops:
by AlanW
31 May 2012 21:53
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: Anyone got a 24mm socket? ...
Replies: 3
Views: 2288

Yep I have one that you can borrow Andy, when do you want it? If it helps I am at our Severn Trent Water Sugarbrook depot from about 09:30 onwards (just before the Queens Head pub at Stoke Pound) tomorrow if you wanted to collect it? I could meet you outside if you wanted, drop me a text or give me ...
by AlanW
29 May 2012 18:42
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Upping the ante
Replies: 8
Views: 4210

Philip Whiteman wrote:Saying that, not even in my wildest moment has the RAAM ever been or ever will be a serious consideration. Cycling non-stop at an average 18mph for 7 days is not my idea of enjoyable cycling.
Lightweight............ :wink:
by AlanW
28 May 2012 10:42
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Upping the ante
Replies: 8
Views: 4210

Phil

You are indeed in a league of your own...........
by AlanW
19 May 2012 20:36
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Anyone riding the CTC 160km Audax tomorrow from Meriden?
Replies: 8
Views: 3973

It was pretty grim this morning and the cold easterly mixed with light rain was far from pleasant. So you would not have missed anything. I must admit I went out on the Saturday training ride as per usual and with the drizzle and my sore throat, I wasn't sorry. To be honest, I wished now that I had...
by AlanW
19 May 2012 14:05
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Anyone riding the CTC 160km Audax tomorrow from Meriden?
Replies: 8
Views: 3973

Well a combination of a late night, a sore throat when I woke up and the fact that it was raining first thing meant a no show for me today. :oops:
by AlanW
18 May 2012 14:25
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Anyone riding the CTC 160km Audax tomorrow from Meriden?
Replies: 8
Views: 3973

Philip Whiteman wrote:....by my advanced bike handling skills,
:roll:
Philip Whiteman wrote:...body odour and clear appearance of someone who possesses a few social problems.
Oh thats right I remember, your a doctor...... :wink:
by AlanW
18 May 2012 13:03
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Anyone riding the CTC 160km Audax tomorrow from Meriden?
Replies: 8
Views: 3973

Philip Whiteman wrote:..plus there are not urine sodden bus shelters for shelter. 8)
Thats the trouble with having this sort of creature comfort in close proximity to where you live, it somewhat restricts one from venturing out to see the real world. :wink:
by AlanW
15 May 2012 15:08
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: GPS
Replies: 24
Views: 10588

Ed Moss wrote:Thanks guys, bought the unit and I'll see how I get on
Let the fun begin................
by AlanW
15 May 2012 15:07
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: GPS
Replies: 24
Views: 10588

if you want to use the autoroute function then you will need the Garmin mapping. Agreed. Must admit auto routing is something I've never used. If you are totally 100% lost on your bike, then its sort of useful to have as a back up plan just to get you back to a place that you know. But use it with ...
by AlanW
15 May 2012 14:21
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: GPS
Replies: 24
Views: 10588

Caution: geek stuff below I bought Garmin mapping on DVD. But knowing what I know now, I'd use the free OSM. Just download, unzip and copy 1 file to your SD card. Easy. I don't use any Garmin software on the PC. Route planning on RideWithGPS.com and I use gpsbabel (also free) with a bit of Windows ...
by AlanW
14 May 2012 19:51
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: LMTT
Replies: 75
Views: 194245

Dave Cox wrote:Ed these are superb....
They most certainly are, top job.
by AlanW
14 May 2012 14:36
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: GPS
Replies: 24
Views: 10588

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...
by AlanW
14 May 2012 11:09
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Hatching a cunning 300 plan
Replies: 8
Views: 4416

Philip Whiteman wrote:Alan, you have complained that the long sleeve jersey arms are too long.
To be fair, it wasn't really a complaint, more of a question and it was only the winter top that I questioned. And I think that it is down to the stretchy nature of the material that made it appear worse then it was. :oops:
by AlanW
14 May 2012 10:24
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: GPS
Replies: 24
Views: 10588

I've also been thinking about getting a Garmin after getting frustrated by using phone apps that frequently seem to crash. Garmin don't seem to make it that easy to understand the different options, but these are the bundle names in case you haven't spent as much time as me trying to work them out!...
by AlanW
14 May 2012 10:18
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: GPS
Replies: 24
Views: 10588

Ed Moss wrote: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?
Yes, that is the option I would personally go for. As for the DVD, HERE for example.
by AlanW
14 May 2012 09:17
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: GPS
Replies: 24
Views: 10588

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=55545 Is it this one I need, with the preloaded EU maps, or can I just buy the unit and maps later? Ed, All I would say is that you are much better to have the mapping on DVD instead of on a pre loaded SD card. Having it on DVD means that you c...
by AlanW
13 May 2012 22:11
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: GPS
Replies: 24
Views: 10588

Its a mine field to be honest and its very much a very personal choice as every one wants one to do something a bit different. For example, I have the Oregon 450 and I love it 100%, I use it for walking, cycling, (road and MTB) Geocaching and in the car when used in conjunction with City Navigator. ...
by AlanW
13 May 2012 07:42
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Hatching a cunning 300 plan
Replies: 8
Views: 4416

I have received a couple on enquiries. Here are the details: 13.13 train to Plymouth on 3/6/12 at £40 single. (plenty of tickets available as of today). Evening meal in hotel or nearby Millstones Hotel at £58ppn Route on Jubilee Bank Holiday: PLYMOUTH (NORTH). leave at 9am Dartmoor EXETER CHEDDAR M...
by AlanW
11 May 2012 17:12
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: 23mm or 25mm tyres?
Replies: 26
Views: 12732

I have just bought a pair of the Pro 4 Endurance tyres from Ribble at £25.40 each - Link

As I understand it, these are the replacements for the Kryllion version, but better?
by AlanW
04 Apr 2012 10:41
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: mid week rides
Replies: 231
Views: 463651

Pedlo Mudguardo wrote:Fingers crossed for a swift return to last week's balmy sunshine.
Tell me about it, I rode to Edgbaston from Redditch along the tow path in nothing short of a blizzard this morning!

The wide open canal section past Bittel reservoir was horrendous. :cry:
by AlanW
02 Apr 2012 08:51
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: Race Result Wolverhampton Wheelers circuit race Stourport
Replies: 8
Views: 4931

Brilliant result all things considered Gary
by AlanW
02 Apr 2012 06:05
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Beacon Cotswold Audax 2012
Replies: 40
Views: 17113

George wrote:Well, assuming you can sit on a saddle without undue discomfort..........


:shock:
by AlanW
01 Apr 2012 20:34
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: GPS - Tracks and Routes
Replies: 3
Views: 2358

I think I've already got the Journey GPX somewhere with turn by turn instructions from a couple of years ago. Just need to check there have been no changes. You'd be welcome to it if you want. My preferred method is to join the coursepoints to make a route in Mapsource (software supplied with the G...
by AlanW
31 Mar 2012 20:13
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: GPS - Tracks and Routes
Replies: 3
Views: 2358

GPS - Tracks and Routes

I must admit to always taking the easy option and saving GPS files as .gpx tracks and then simply following a coloured line on the GPS. But I guess that I really need to move on and do it properly and save as a route and have route turn by turn guidance. So using the forthcoming Beacon Audax which i...
by AlanW
31 Mar 2012 17:03
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Beacon Cotswold Audax 2012
Replies: 40
Views: 17113

I'm also in for the 160km, but I really wished that I would have checked my diary first as I have just noticed that I have also entered the 200 km Mr Pickwicks High Summer Meander which is on the day before.....doh!!!
by AlanW
26 Mar 2012 22:28
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: Heavy refurb or replacement?
Replies: 6
Views: 3804

I blame a lack of periodic routine maintenance........ :roll: But joking aside, look at the faults and break it down from there. Lets be honest, there are not that many components that can give you grief and once they are replaced should last for years, bottom bracket and the front and rear mechs fo...
by AlanW
18 Mar 2012 19:24
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: The Silk Run - 100km - Saturday 2nd June 2012
Replies: 2
Views: 1925

The Silk Run - 100km - Saturday 2nd June 2012

Great event this, starting in Tewkesbury and up Stanway then drop down Fish hill and loop back round again, via the outskirts of Worcester.
by AlanW
17 Feb 2012 13:19
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: Sunrise and GPS - help anyone?
Replies: 3
Views: 2382

Re: Sunrise and GPS - help anyone?

Dave Cox wrote:.....how to get round it??
Follow everyone else. :wink:
by AlanW
24 Jan 2012 10:28
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: 23mm or 25mm tyres?
Replies: 26
Views: 12732

Try a pair of Vittoria Open CG-The best winter tyres you will ever own, made for Paris Roubaix, 24mm :D Really comfy, loads of grip and LOTS of **flat** protection. I think that I should add a quick update since using these since January on my ride to work bike. These are indeed a great tyre and lo...
by AlanW
16 Jan 2012 14:27
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: RESULT: National Trophy Round 6 - Shrewsbury
Replies: 10
Views: 5357

Philip Whiteman wrote:
AlanW wrote:Those track sessions must be paying off, well done Jon
I had wondered why Jon had been taking it easy at Saturday's session. Clearly, he was preserving his legs.
What was your excuse..... :wink:

:D :lol: :D :lol: :D :lol: :D
by AlanW
16 Jan 2012 13:44
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: RESULT: National Trophy Round 6 - Shrewsbury
Replies: 10
Views: 5357

Those track sessions must be paying off, well done Jon
by AlanW
13 Jan 2012 09:15
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: 23mm or 25mm tyres?
Replies: 26
Views: 12732

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 :D Yes, I had a root about on the net and saw them on ebay. thanks. I just need to...
by AlanW
12 Jan 2012 21:44
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: 23mm or 25mm tyres?
Replies: 26
Views: 12732

Johnnyc wrote:or Michelin Krylion, another highly rated tyre.
I'll admit that this is not a name that I have looked at, so thanks for the info.
by AlanW
12 Jan 2012 21:43
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: 23mm or 25mm tyres?
Replies: 26
Views: 12732

Try a pair of Vittoria Open CG-The best winter tyres you will ever own, made for Paris Roubaix, 24mm :D Really comfy, loads of grip and LOTS of **flat** protection. I must admit that I had looked at these, and I have read so many good reports about these tyres, but crikey they are blooming expensiv...