http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/ en Tue, 21 May 2013 12:39:20 GMT vBulletin 60 http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/images/misc/rss.png http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/ http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13726-Cycling-Weekly-forum-closed-from-Monday-to-Wednesday&goto=newpost Mon, 20 May 2013 08:11:09 GMT The Cycling Weekly forum will be closed from Monday morning (today, May 20) to Wednesday afternoon (May 22) as we work on a new section of the... The Cycling Weekly forum will be closed from Monday morning (today, May 20) to Wednesday afternoon (May 22) as we work on a new section of the Cycling Weekly website.

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Cycling Weekly ]]> NigelWynn http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13726-Cycling-Weekly-forum-closed-from-Monday-to-Wednesday http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13717-What-I-saw&goto=newpost Thu, 16 May 2013 20:10:08 GMT I saw two cyclists riding hand cranked recumbents today.

It's not unusual where I work to see people with missing limbs but I've never seen two blokes riding along the road in that style.

Just thought I'd mention it. ]]> wuverley http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13717-What-I-saw http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13710-Tour-de-France-2013-stage-9&goto=newpost Wed, 15 May 2013 15:22:20 GMT Firstly hi all as I’m new here. I started road riding as a young lad and was a member of the Weston wheelers some 36 years ago, although I gave up... Firstly hi all as I’m new here.
I started road riding as a young lad and was a member of the Weston wheelers some 36 years ago, although I gave up road racing in my late teens, and moved over to mountain biking (they were the days, no shocks and brakes that didn’t work!) and still riding. The closes I have to a road bike is my hardtail, which is fitted with road tyres for commuting to work, although planning to get a cyclocross for work

Reason for posting?
Although I see myself as a mounting biker (why do roadies never say Hi to us???) I still love watching the grand tours on TV, especially the Tour De France, after many years of wanting to see it I’m finally going to see it this year in the Pyrenees stage 9.
By luck we are going to be in the Pyrenees touring in our camper at the same time and will be say in Luz St Sauveur (staying here as I’m planning to ride the Col De Tourmalet) On the day of stage 9 I’ll drive over the Tourmalet to the next valley to see the race, and aim to see it on the last mountain of the day (La Hourquette d’Ancizan)

As I’ve never seen the tour I have no idea what time I would need to be on the mountain in order to get a good spot (no doubt early) has anyone got any advice or even know the mountain well? Failing that I could watch it down in the valley towards the end?? personally I believe up in the mountain would be best, plus I’ll have my 3yr old lad with my and want him to enjoy it too.

Any info suggestion welcome
Cheers ]]> 2112 http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13710-Tour-de-France-2013-stage-9 http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13704-Reactolite-Sun-Shades-Transition&goto=newpost Tue, 14 May 2013 10:40:09 GMT Being the tight fisted person I am! What would you expect to pay for a pair of sun shades with transition lenses? What are your thoughts on... Being the tight fisted person I am! What would you expect to pay for a pair of sun shades with transition lenses?

What are your thoughts on these >>>> :

http://www.outdoorgear.co.uk/Cebe-Ey...FWLHtAodcDwAwQ

http://www.wheelies.co.uk/p60913/BBB...FVMbtAodEDsAgA

http://www.probikekit.co.uk/sports-c...FXIPtAodCGcAWQ

What would you recommend, or do you have other ideas about reactolite transition sun shades?

Thanks ]]> Mostyn http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13704-Reactolite-Sun-Shades-Transition http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13700-Tdf-2013&goto=newpost Mon, 13 May 2013 13:22:50 GMT We are going to see the The St Gildas de Bois - St Malo stage and have booked a B & B near Dinan . Taking bikes so going to cycle to the route . Anyone know the exact roads yet or prepared to hazard a guess on the last 50 k . Our first time so any advice on how early we need to be on the route etc would be much appreciated . Hoping to watch out in country . Also hope to watch the Mont st Michel - Avranches TT . ]]> Rex44 http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13700-Tdf-2013 http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13695-Lots-of-new-books-out&goto=newpost Sun, 12 May 2013 18:17:57 GMT Just been looking on Amazon (as you do!). Lots of new books on TdeF plus biogs of Sean Kelly, Charly Wigelius and Rob Hayles. Just been looking on Amazon (as you do!). Lots of new books on TdeF plus biogs of Sean Kelly, Charly Wigelius and Rob Hayles. ]]> MsTree http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13695-Lots-of-new-books-out http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13694-Police-Pull-Cyclist-Over&goto=newpost Sun, 12 May 2013 10:50:12 GMT http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QfjfZ...layer_embedded ]]> robhales http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13694-Police-Pull-Cyclist-Over http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13693-Anyone-want-the-Millar-book&goto=newpost Sat, 11 May 2013 21:07:51 GMT I've got an former library copy of Riding through the Dark if any one wants it. ]]> MsTree http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13693-Anyone-want-the-Millar-book http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13692-Old-Cycling-Movies-Looking-for-two-older-Films-on-DVD-hopefully&goto=newpost Sat, 11 May 2013 11:13:37 GMT I'm looking for two older movies that I once owned on video tape.

1, American Flyer on DVD : Can anyone find this film on DVD? would appreciate information with a "Link to buying"


2, (this will need explanation) I cannot remember the name of the film; it was shown on TV in the late 1950's and 60's?? The film is about a Yorkshire/Lancashire group of cyclists going for a club ride on a Sunday (I think) probably in Black&White (it's an old one) can anyone remember the film? Some help appreciated.

Thanks

Mostyn ]]> Mostyn http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13692-Old-Cycling-Movies-Looking-for-two-older-Films-on-DVD-hopefully http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13689-Anyone-planning-on-going-to-Mont-Ventoux-for-the-Tour&goto=newpost Fri, 10 May 2013 11:30:13 GMT As seeing a mountain stage of the Tour de France is on my list of things to do afore I die, it is the 100th Tour and I expect Chris Froome to win the... As seeing a mountain stage of the Tour de France is on my list of things to do afore I die, it is the 100th Tour and I expect Chris Froome to win the stage, I intend being on Mont Ventoux.

However, I have no accommodation and no route planned.

I am down to two options;

1) Train to Avignon and bus/walk to Mont Ventoux and sleeping rough the night before on or near the mountain.

2) Drive from UK to Mont Ventoux with my car-bed and sleep the night before on or near the mountain.

Is anyone else going and what are their plans? ]]> JayBee http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13689-Anyone-planning-on-going-to-Mont-Ventoux-for-the-Tour http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13688-Looking-for-recommendations-on-solicitor-for-wifes-RTC&goto=newpost Thu, 09 May 2013 20:39:29 GMT First post and a bit rude I know for not introducing myself but needs must so please accept my apologies. Looking for recommendations on... First post and a bit rude I know for not introducing myself but needs must so please accept my apologies.

Looking for recommendations on solicitors who could prospectively take over my wife's claim following her cycling accident last August. Long story but basically the company she is with now are next to useless (not naming them but they were once quite big in PI but not any more apparently) and the solicitor dealing has hampered my wife's ongoing rehab and contributed to her PTSD so we have settled on one of two companies to transfer to.

Following recommendation from Rhia at CTC we looked at Slater Gordon and were directed to Jonathan Belcham, a legal executive in Manchester who is a legal executive. Doesn't seem to be a cyclist himself but has worked it woudl seem with footballers etc and comes highly recommended. He has apparently done a lot of cycling claims, has been instructed by QC.

The next one is a small local firm to us called Wace Morgan, and Jeremy Hunt. He is most definitely a cyclist and is dealing with an old mate of mines cycling RTC, he is a solicitor on the panel for personal injuries, is a partner in the firm, has lots of qualifications etc and seems very well respected.

Question is do we go with the big guys like Slater Gordon who can supposedly maximise the claim and get her the best rehab or is the 'little local guy' the best bet.

Anyone have experience of dealing with either?

Thank you v much in anticipation ]]> charliebravo69 http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13688-Looking-for-recommendations-on-solicitor-for-wifes-RTC http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13686-Bargain-£3-12-High5-bottle-and-sample-pack-from-Probikekit&goto=newpost Thu, 09 May 2013 12:17:15 GMT I've bought these in the past. They're worth it for the bottle alone.



http://www.probikekit.co.uk/sports-n...affil=thgemail ]]> tonybv9 http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13686-Bargain-£3-12-High5-bottle-and-sample-pack-from-Probikekit http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13677-TV-Cycling-!!&goto=newpost Tue, 07 May 2013 22:10:36 GMT As I am about to join(again) the unemployed:( and will have to cancel Sky stuff !! any good websites for watching the(bike) races,Telly quite modern... As I am about to join(again) the unemployed:( and will have to cancel Sky stuff !! any good websites for watching the(bike) races,Telly quite modern as in 2yrs old so will ask a young blonde(daughter, it's OK) if /how laptop can be connected to watch on the big screen :) ]]> colnagodram http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13677-TV-Cycling-!! http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13673-Cycling-Around-The-Isle-Off-Wight&goto=newpost Sun, 05 May 2013 09:17:27 GMT im off to the IOW on Monday with the wife Daughter and grand kids were staying for 5 days.
I have a pass from the wife to do 3 day's cycling so i intend to cycle around the island which apparently is 63 miles.
The other 2 days i will just ride and see where i end up.
The weather is going to be ok but you never can tell with a weather forecast fingers crossed lol
Really looking forward to it:):) ]]> robhales http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13673-Cycling-Around-The-Isle-Off-Wight http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13669-chainset-upgrade&goto=newpost Sat, 04 May 2013 13:51:29 GMT Maybe im not using this forum correctly or does no one have amy help or advice to give me regarding my last posting re chainset upgrade. Maybe im not using this forum correctly or does no one have amy help or advice to give me regarding my last posting re chainset upgrade. ]]> the fens man http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?13669-chainset-upgrade