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Forum: Commuting
06-11-12, 02:48 AM
Replies: 780
Views: 283,248
Posted By keiron curtis

Oh the luxury of a shower at work! No such luck...

Oh the luxury of a shower at work! No such luck for this commuter, a quick swill and wipe down with a towel, chang into work clothes, and I'm ready to go.
Forum: Commuting
06-11-12, 02:33 AM
Replies: 780
Views: 283,248
Posted By keiron curtis

I'm afraid I have no advice for this situation, I...

I'm afraid I have no advice for this situation, I started to use a similar route, isolated and along which I felt decidedly vulnerable, coming across odd characters, so decided to stick to the roads....
Forum: Commuting
01-01-09, 01:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 591
Posted By keiron curtis

Zero confidence.

Had a bad fall as a result of some ice, not once but twice in the space of 3 days, the second time resulted in a week off work. Now I just keep making excuses not to do my commute, only done my 40...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-30-08, 10:31 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,598
Posted By keiron curtis

That's very impressive weight loss, what way do...

That's very impressive weight loss, what way do you eat, and what, that has worked so well for you?
Forum: Commuting
12-17-08, 02:09 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,097
Posted By keiron curtis

Thanks for the thread and link Quazimodo, I've...

Thanks for the thread and link Quazimodo, I've been off my bike for 10 days now, after a painful fall on some ice, quite frankly I've been dithering about continuing my commuting for the last couple...
Forum: Commuting
12-15-08, 09:19 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 821
Posted By keiron curtis

Thanks for the advice Godwin, but sadly I was...

Thanks for the advice Godwin, but sadly I was wiped out before I knew anything about the ice, can't ever remember hitting the ground so hard.
Forum: Commuting
12-14-08, 03:31 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 821
Posted By keiron curtis

Thanks Sixty Fiver, for the advice, I'll look up...

Thanks Sixty Fiver, for the advice, I'll look up how to make studded tyres for myself, I'm very apprehensive about riding my bike in any sort of frost, at the moment, I'm getting a little too old for...
Forum: Commuting
12-14-08, 03:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 821
Posted By keiron curtis

Winter Commuting

I've been commuting now for a couple of years, perhaps I've been lucky in the past, but currently I'm on the sick from work, with a banged up knee and shoulder, as a result of a spill on some ice....
Forum: Commuting
11-26-08, 11:15 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 300
Posted By keiron curtis

Proper Bikefit and Crank length?

I commute 40 miles a day, which has been fine for some time, but recently, about 3 weeks ago, I was forced to change my bike. Halfords set it up with measurements from my old bike, but I've been...
Forum: Commuting
10-26-08, 04:46 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,884
Posted By keiron curtis

Hey Joeybike, Great video, would't it be...

Hey Joeybike,

Great video, would't it be just fantastic if we could all cyle through the night to the musical accompaniment of the great Jimi Hendrix and his " Voodoo Child ," awesome. By the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-26-08, 04:32 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,432
Posted By keiron curtis

Hi damnable

Sorry to say this about your role model, but she looks too masculine for my taste, but then who am I? It's all personal tastes and opinions, live and let let live, I say I admitted to myself, quite...
Forum: Commuting
07-28-08, 04:35 AM
Replies: 780
Views: 283,248
Posted By keiron curtis

Thanks Dakilles for clearing that up for me,...

Thanks Dakilles for clearing that up for me, currently I'm commuting 40 mile round trip, been doing so consistently now for 6+ weeks, and still in the what to carry/not to carry stage. Some days I...
Forum: Commuting
07-21-08, 04:48 AM
Replies: 780
Views: 283,248
Posted By keiron curtis

Hey DAkilles, I take on board alot of what...

Hey DAkilles,

I take on board alot of what you say, I have "commuter bike", a Carrera Subway 8, which for the last 2 months has been kitted out with full pannier bags, for my 41 mile roundtrip...
Forum: United Kingdom
06-09-08, 12:39 PM
Replies: 632
Views: 376,520
Posted By keiron curtis

Thanks for coming back to me Anweledig, You...

Thanks for coming back to me Anweledig,

You say you've built up slowly to 25 mile trips, I've been cycling now for 3 years, and it's only lately, like today, that I've been really comfortable with...
Forum: United Kingdom
06-02-08, 12:51 PM
Replies: 632
Views: 376,520
Posted By keiron curtis

Hi Anweledig, Can I just say that is a...

Hi Anweledig,

Can I just say that is a fantastic name, I live in South Wales, sadly my Welsh is poor, what does it mean?
Anyway, good luck withyour cycling.

Cheers,

Keiron
Forum: United Kingdom
06-02-08, 12:47 PM
Replies: 632
Views: 376,520
Posted By keiron curtis

Hi Anweledig, Can I just say that is a...

Hi Anweledig,

Can I just say that is a fantastic name, and good luck with your cycling.
Forum: Commuting
05-31-08, 11:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 703
Posted By keiron curtis

Hey tcmers, I work 12 hour shifts, and when...

Hey tcmers,

I work 12 hour shifts, and when I'm dayshift, I have get up at 03.50 am., and don't get home till 18.45 pm., part commuting on my bike 11 miles each way. If I was riding 24 miles, I'd...
Forum: Commuting
05-29-08, 04:55 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 5,222
Posted By keiron curtis

Houston Gal

I guess they're the same the world over, my experience has been the same here in South Wales, in the UK., it seems we are not worthy.
Forum: Commuting
05-29-08, 04:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 703
Posted By keiron curtis

Hey tcmers, I'm more than impressed, 24...

Hey tcmers,

I'm more than impressed, 24 miles each way, that's some commute. How long does it take you, and what sort of terrain are you travelling?
Forum: Commuting
05-26-08, 02:55 AM
Replies: 780
Views: 283,248
Posted By keiron curtis

I like your logic, I've only been part commuting...

I like your logic, I've only been part commuting to work and back, for 18 months, built up from 6 miles to 22 miles round trip, so far. I'm 57, weigh 230lbs, and probably carry 20lbs+, kitwise, ergo,...
Forum: Commuting
05-20-08, 12:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,089
Posted By keiron curtis

Dynamic shaft drive bike.

Not long after coming back to cycling, after a spell of 35 years, I was considering buying a new bike, to do some serious commuting. I remember looking at these shaft driven bikes, and was very...
Forum: Commuting
05-17-08, 03:23 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,972
Posted By keiron curtis

I was interested to read that you recommend...

I was interested to read that you recommend Continental Top Contact, I bought them for my commuter bike, £20 each, thought they had solved my puncture problem, it was great for a month or so, but in...
Forum: Commuting
05-12-08, 02:43 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,972
Posted By keiron curtis

Thanks Nerdanel

Thankyou, made a bit of an ass of myself there, still having dreadful problems with punctures, but at least I now know what my blogger address is, cheers
Forum: Commuting
05-10-08, 01:49 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,972
Posted By keiron curtis

Oh just type in welshcyclist into your search...

Oh just type in welshcyclist into your search engine.
Forum: Commuting
05-10-08, 01:48 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,972
Posted By keiron curtis

Or is it? ...

Or is it?
http://www.welshcyclist.blogger.com
Forum: Commuting
05-10-08, 01:47 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,972
Posted By keiron curtis

Oops! That should read ...

Oops! That should read

http://www.welshcyclist/blogger.com
Forum: Commuting
05-10-08, 01:43 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,972
Posted By keiron curtis

Very often, especially this last week, read my...

Very often, especially this last week, read my blog:

http://welshcyclist.blogger.com

It's a problem, that has made cycling far less enjoyable, than it should be, I'm...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-08, 01:30 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,051
Posted By keiron curtis

You have inspired me, but I still hate hills, how...

You have inspired me, but I still hate hills, how can I come to love them?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-08, 01:29 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,051
Posted By keiron curtis

You have inspired me, but I still hate hills, how...

You have inspired me, but I still hate hills, how can come to love them?
Forum: Commuting
05-10-08, 01:23 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,009
Posted By keiron curtis

Here, in South Wales, U.K., I can tell you that...

Here, in South Wales, U.K., I can tell you that I've seen a sudden increase in the numbers of cyclists, not commuters, as yet, but we'll have to wait and see. I don't think the rising price of...
Forum: Commuting
05-10-08, 01:01 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,048
Posted By keiron curtis

Commuting uphill.

I'm pretty much a committed commuter now, on my Carrera Subway 8, and I enjoy taking leisure rides, as often as I can. But after 2 years of such cycling, I still hate hills, big or small. I believe I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-21-08, 07:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 700
Posted By keiron curtis

Shimano Nexus 8

I have a Subway 8 bike, that I use to commute. Recently, on two mornings running, when I started to cycle, the gears were stuck in about 3rd, and I couldn't shift up or down. Is this to do with the...
Forum: Commuting
02-10-08, 03:21 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,616
Posted By keiron curtis

As has been mentioned already, I loved riding a...

As has been mentioned already, I loved riding a bike when I was a youngster, when I had energy to burn, then, did I grow out of that phase? No, I just got caught up in modern life, all in a rush, to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-13-08, 09:40 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 411
Posted By keiron curtis

Can I convert my 27speed tourer?

I want to convert my Venture GT 27speed tourer to an internal hub geared system,or failing that to a fixed wheel type,can it be done,and would it be very expensive?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-31-07, 09:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 501
Posted By keiron curtis

Hey stapfam, Weather here today damp and...

Hey stapfam,

Weather here today damp and grey,I've just come back from the sales,bought some base layer vests,very good wicking quality,apparently,2 for a tenner,down from £30,let's see if they...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-27-07, 09:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 501
Posted By keiron curtis

Excellent post thanks for sharing your experience...

Excellent post thanks for sharing your experience with us.Like you I took my bike for a ride on,what we call here in Wales,Boxing Day,it was extremely mild for the time of year,in fact I'd just...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-27-07, 09:33 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 67,500
Posted By keiron curtis

Is this bicycle snobbery?

I've been back cycling for 20 months now,my first bike was a Raleigh Chiltern 3speed,and my current favoured commuter is a Carrera Subway 8,both dissed out of hand by you.I love to cycle,what suits...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-03-07, 05:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 912
Posted By keiron curtis

Weight?

I'd like to raise the same issue,I've been cycling now for 18/19 months,my weight when I started was 245lbs,but my height only 5' 8",I was feeling it too,blood pressure high,no stamina,could barely...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-26-07, 03:53 AM
Replies: 1,914
Views: 513,526
Posted By keiron curtis

What a great vocation you have.

I am not a religious person at all,however,I am truely envious of your vocation,you have a lifestyle that I believe,all we on this forum,would give alot for,all I can say is more power to your...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-11-07, 03:29 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 6,108
Posted By keiron curtis

I ride alone,I have tried riding with a...

I ride alone,I have tried riding with a companion,but it does not suit me,I like to go at my own pace to observe the world around me etc..
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-11-07, 03:04 PM
Replies: 1,914
Views: 513,526
Posted By keiron curtis

1.I ride a Raliegh Chiltern 3speed,and a Carrera...

1.I ride a Raliegh Chiltern 3speed,and a Carrera Subway 8,mostly for commuting.

2.Yes,glutamine sulphate with vitamin D,cod liver oil,garlic,and Devil's claw,don't know if they do any good...
Forum: United Kingdom
11-05-07, 05:09 AM
Replies: 632
Views: 376,520
Posted By keiron curtis

How Many?

I'm a newbie,so I don't know either.Don't know who to ask either.
Forum: Commuting
11-04-07, 05:06 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,127
Posted By keiron curtis

bike storage

hey thats cool
Forum: Commuting
10-31-07, 03:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 820
Posted By keiron curtis

both tyres torn

both tyres torn
Forum: Commuting
10-31-07, 02:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 820
Posted By keiron curtis

Commuter's Hell

Had to be rescued on my commute to work this evening,both front and rear tyres punctured,usual culprit of glass strewn all over the cycle path.Why ,because of mindless morons?!

Where can I get...
Forum: Commuting
10-29-07, 08:13 PM
Replies: 780
Views: 283,248
Posted By keiron curtis

Hey Amber, Good luck in your commuting, ...

Hey Amber,

Good luck in your commuting,

Cheers,

Keiron
Forum: Introductions
10-29-07, 07:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 435
Posted By keiron curtis

I work in Port Talbot,do you know what part of...

I work in Port Talbot,do you know what part of the town your grandmother came from?

Keiron
Forum: Introductions
10-29-07, 07:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 435
Posted By keiron curtis

Sorry East Hill, I didn't say where I live,I...

Sorry East Hill,

I didn't say where I live,I live in a village called Glynneath,in the Neath valley,perhaps 50 or so miles from Clynderwen.

Cheers

Keiron
Forum: Commuting
10-29-07, 07:24 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,034
Posted By keiron curtis

To Nashcommguy,

Just read your reply to me again,excuse my ignorance,but your PS mentions air free tyres?What are they?

If they are puncturefree tyres,where can I get some?Because puncture are a nightmare for me...
Forum: Commuting
10-29-07, 07:11 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,034
Posted By keiron curtis

to Nashcommguy,

Thanks very much for your advice,and thanks for taking the time and trouble to provide it all so succinctly,you obviously know youre subject.I have alot to try to achieve,but I love to cycle so...
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