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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-15-12, 11:12 AM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,891,353
Posted By buzz609

My cyclocross bike after mid-week training...

My cyclocross bike after mid-week training (Yorkshire, UK). Nothing special but it does ok for me. Just fitted straight bars to try see if i can keep control better going downhill when my arms get...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-07-12, 07:21 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,320
Posted By buzz609

Not visited forum for a while. Hope all you Swift...

Not visited forum for a while. Hope all you Swift riders are fit and well.

Anybody from the UK thinking of buying a Swift with double ring chainset, give me a shout. Mine is being offered for...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-28-12, 02:52 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,320
Posted By buzz609

I can confirm the shipping costs are very high!...

I can confirm the shipping costs are very high! They only ship USPS air freight. I ordered the Front mech adapter and it was $80 postage!. As it's a specific part, i took the hit...(Also be aware of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-11-12, 07:42 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,320
Posted By buzz609

NeoY2k - It's good to hear you're ok....can be...

NeoY2k - It's good to hear you're ok....can be scary when these things happen...Hope you get the bike sorted and are riding again soon.

Thanks for the answer on the seatpost especially in the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-09-12, 02:18 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,320
Posted By buzz609

Well. My Swift arrived. I've done 2 rides so far....

Well. My Swift arrived. I've done 2 rides so far. 1 lunchtime 10 miler and 25 miles this Sunday. Excellent ride. Everything i wanted. I suppose you get used to the questions from other cyclists!!:D ...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-01-12, 06:42 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,320
Posted By buzz609

Thanks Jur...was wondering what the seat tube...

Thanks Jur...was wondering what the seat tube diameter was.

The also do a braze on top swing CX70 also. I have a friend who is going to look at making a mount only for the front mech..but i also...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-01-12, 03:26 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,320
Posted By buzz609

Well i've done it. Purchased a used Xootr Swift....

Well i've done it. Purchased a used Xootr Swift. Should be here Friday.

One question...i will need to add front mech to extend the gearing. I've looked at the adapter from Xootr US but also i...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-30-12, 03:04 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,320
Posted By buzz609

[QUOTE=jur;14154681]Heh heh here's my commute... ...

[QUOTE=jur;14154681]Heh heh here's my commute...
http://app.strava.com/rides/7023870

http://i160.photobucket.com/albums/t188/juried/swift/swift_bullhorns.jpg[/QUOTE

jur...i just noticed the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-30-12, 02:59 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,320
Posted By buzz609

Jur...I must admit that despite the accident and...

Jur...I must admit that despite the accident and the injuries (dental work, bruising and a wrist broken in 3 places - 2 screws in wrist) i was ok after a while with commuting...BUT my wife said a big...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-26-12, 03:22 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,320
Posted By buzz609

Thanks jur...RTA i assumed was a worldwide term...

Thanks jur...RTA i assumed was a worldwide term for 'Road Traffic Accident'! Although I like the Random Task Arrival option.....!;)

And no commuting by bike any more as the accident was on my...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-26-12, 12:50 AM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,320
Posted By buzz609

Hi. I'm new to folding bikes. I've got the chance...

Hi. I'm new to folding bikes. I've got the chance of a used Xootr Swift and also a Bike Friday NWT. My main use is lunchtime, early morning rides from work. The fold is just to be able to get into...
Forum: Mountain Biking
01-19-09, 04:03 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,415
Posted By buzz609

Shucks, guess i must be an idiot then!!!!! Thanks...

Shucks, guess i must be an idiot then!!!!! Thanks for all the replies....

Didn't fall of yesterday though..... And a great really technical ride....
Forum: Commuting
01-15-09, 03:41 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,379,408
Posted By buzz609

That's a good looking bike. Looks so together and...

That's a good looking bike. Looks so together and fit for the job. Like the shifter, at least it works.

I have seen a few of them fiited the ends of the drops bars as well.

What is the hub...
Forum: Mountain Biking
01-15-09, 03:17 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,415
Posted By buzz609

Fell off!!!

Had my 43 years young birthday yesterday and as a treat went out for ride near home (Keighley, West Yorkshire - England). Excellent 2.5 hour ride - cold, wet, sunny and challenging. Felt 18...
Forum: Commuting
11-10-08, 03:41 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,315
Posted By buzz609

Did sound a bit like i was defending the car,...

Did sound a bit like i was defending the car, didn't it!!! Apologies...

Given the choice, i would take the bike every time. And yes, i think the same whenever i am in the car and stuck in...
Forum: Commuting
11-03-08, 04:15 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,315
Posted By buzz609

Doesn't the time depend on where you commute and...

Doesn't the time depend on where you commute and traffic conditions?

A 18-20 mph bike ride will be slower than a 50 > 70 mph motorised ride (yes i am fortunate that the traffic volumes are quite...
Forum: Commuting
10-28-08, 09:47 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,315
Posted By buzz609

Hi there. I commute in the UK all year. I do 30...

Hi there. I commute in the UK all year. I do 30 mile RT, 3 times a week and find this (for me) is ok. I started off using train/bike until my fitness improved. I agree with other posters that time is...
Forum: Commuting
10-28-08, 08:10 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,379,408
Posted By buzz609

Is that not normal!!!:lol:

Is that not normal!!!:lol:
Forum: Commuting
10-27-08, 07:22 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,379,408
Posted By buzz609

UK Commuter

A few pics of my newly finished single speed winter commuter. Was originally an 80's Raleigh 531 race bike.

Lots of lights for the dark ride home!!!

Ride perfectly...
Forum: Commuting
10-27-08, 07:18 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,379,408
Posted By buzz609

Wow. What a cool looking bike..... Does it ride...

Wow. What a cool looking bike..... Does it ride ok ?
Forum: Commuting
10-27-08, 06:56 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,974
Posted By buzz609

If you don't mind spending a little, these...

If you don't mind spending a little, these trousers have had good reviews.

http://www.groundeffect.co.nz/product-detail-RAN-LON.htm

Thinking of getting a pair myself.

I currently use a make...
Forum: Introductions
10-27-08, 04:50 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 201
Posted By buzz609

Thanks for the warm welcome. The mountain bike is...

Thanks for the warm welcome. The mountain bike is only underutilesed due to time issues...:) I have done some excellent mountain bike routes near home, some only 10 mins ride away....

:thumb:
Forum: Introductions
10-21-08, 02:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 201
Posted By buzz609

Hello from the UK

Hi there. I am Tony from West Yorkshire in the UK. I have ridden bikes since 12 years old and am now 42 years young!

I mainly ride mainly on my 30 mile round trip commute, weekend 2 hour rides...
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