I got sent a code for 25% off at Exposure Lights via a link from this years Strathpuffer that I couldn't go to in the end.

Enter: STRATHPUFFERREWARD before the end of January

My be of use to you, I won't be using it.

Michele has just been in touch and said that she'll do a deal on the accommodation. Again, if you're keen please could you mention my name or Greg my riding partner

Morning Rich

Her name is Michelle she's on: 07719 910841

The accommodation is here: https://lochachiltyholidaycottages.com/

I'd be grateful if you'd mention my name if you speak to her please as we're trying to get our deposit back.

Cheers

Huw

My riding partner is injured so heading to Scotland from South Wales on my own in January doesn't appeal. Pretty disappointed as I've kept training since the BB200 :| I'd like to recoup cost if the entry if possible so £110. The website says that: changes in personnel are available up to the start. ...

Blue Tack. Warm it up a bit in tbe usual fashion- use a big blob so it’s easier to retrieve.

Montane Prism here - love them.

My experience of the Fenix HM75R SE is pretty good so far. Initially it did feel a little heavy but I quickly forgot about it on the BB2200. It's plenty bright enough with a decent spot and toggling through the settings is easy with cold hands as it's got a big dial on the side. The mount is excelle...

Sounds like a plan - Thanks Josh.

Huw

Excellent thanks for that - I'll go for the bucket option!

There was a post on how best to reproof jackets with Nikwax but I've scoured the forum with no success. Seem to remember that it involved washing garment in a machine with the green Nikwax wash - then soaking in a bucket with warm water and TX direct - maybe a light spin in the machine then letting ...

I'll be using it at the BB200, hopefully we'll both make around! I'll let you know...

I ended up getting a Fenix HM75R SE, a spare 18650 battery and their helmet mount. Mount attaches nicely with a sicky pad and light seems solid. I can get the hood of my waterproof done up completely, how that works out in the actual rain remains to be seen. It's got a knob on the side to cycle thro...

Thanks.

That’s not the first rookie error of the day.

Can someone confirm the date of the BB200 please? My calendar says 12th October. I get a feeling I’m a week late…

Some interesting stuff there, thanks a lot. A bit more research suggests that the Fenix 62T might do a job. 125g including the strap vs 141g including the strap for the HM65R-DT a bit lighter so maybe it'll attach further forward on the helmet which is what I'm after. 62T will throw 80m on medium - ...

Thanks for the replies. As I have the Maxx D I probably don't need a hugely powerful light, just the ability to pick out a bridleway or suchlike at a moderate distance. The Fenix lights are a little pricey but have replaceable USB C rechargeable 18650 batteries. One in the light and one spare should...

I've considered a Joystick as they seem to get universal approval here but the mount and it's location on the helmet bother me a little. The light seems to sit right on top of the helmet which I'm guessing means that it's sub optimal when using a hooded waterproof jacket? Also as far as I'm aware it...

I need a new light for my helmet. It needs to be self contained so no wires to break and be useful for other things such as a bit of night time trail running etc. Battery needs to be replaceable / rechargeable on the fly. I've been looking at the Fenix HM65R-DT Trail Running Headlamp - similar thing...

I Just made one from a 2kg fire extinguisher bought off eBay for £6 - a tubeless valve and some clear aquarium style tubing. I was really surprised how easy it was to make and how effective it is. No issues blowing up a 3" tyre on a 50mm rim - valve removed - no tube to seat bead necessary. - h...

Anything surplus please?

Yeah I agree they are everything you say. I'm just thinking of the horrible sketchy night time bits when a bit of moral support is needed

I've also got a set of hardly used 26" spiker pro's. They really are a specialist item with limited application here.

Hmm I had't looked how many studs there are in the Wrathchild, agreed 252 is definitely overkill! I bought a bag of studs for boots years ago from this company: https://supatracks.com/tyre-studs/ I've still got them so I could give them a go, additional studs look to be around 70p each though. Studd...

In keeping with my out of season buying philosophy I'm looking for a wide studded tyre for the front of the Stooge and a standard size for the rear as I've entered Strathpuffer in January. Might not be needed so I'd rather not go full gas on new new ones. There's a par of Schwalbe Ice Spiker Pro's o...

Thought I’d try something smaller & lighter than my Golite SL3. Had a Gatewood Cape but sold it on as it was a bit small for me at 6 1” I’ve got the Joes Shop bivi bag so something to complement that, maybe the shaped tarp he sells if there’s one surplus. With a pole would be ideal. Cheers Huw

Exposure Lights MaXx-D Mk15 at Halfords £288 with 20% code emailed earlier.