If you do still go back to the VW T5 idea Stu mine is on an 08 plate with a 2.5 140hp 6 speed... a few minor electrical issues but never missed a beat and MOT done today with no advisories at all... low mileage for one of these but I've been happy with it. Not an auto but cruise control so you can a...

Pretty sure I've got a Reba you can have in the shed - not sure on the steerer length but I'll check and PM you

Something like kayak pogies might work... would fit onto the bars over the inner/second set of grips using velcro. These are not cheap but warm and wind proof and easy in/out with a wired entry https://www.chillcheater.com/aquatherm-low-profile-pogies Or these that are cheaper from Lomo in Glasgow h...

summittoppler wrote: ↑Mon Aug 09, 2021 3:55 pm If you're at the Betws store, I'll pop down

Me too for Betws

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_a1gA4OoZ8
Tony - hiker review (he's 6'6") and shows both pitching and him fitting in it (skip to about 18 mins if you want to avoid all the usual 'unboxing' type stuff).
IF you don't go for it (assuming you already have ) I might be interested too....

Great, fast paced edit Jeff

Arrived today in a nice drawstring bag (that will be handy for drying gear) with no faff of import duty to pay etc. so all good Thanks very much and a happy re-shod Jones come the summer substandard weather.

Thanks too for the link on the Polish site - a order a couple of Chronicles in TR variety and says shipping today... the Jones will happier with new boots!

Hi Mike, I’ll take the Rimes for my youngest son please. Will PM you too. Cheers, Mark

A very Happy Birthday Stu.

PaulB2 wrote: ↑Wed Mar 24, 2021 10:57 pm That seems like a very long time ago

Yep. Was a great weekend. First go a Packrafting that weekend too.

Healing vibes from here Sammy. Get well soon.

I’ve a few from the Adventure Cycling Festival ride Stu with you centre stage. Will mail them over too. From a camp site west of Windermere on Claife Heights.

is the second weight above similar to a recently bought full one? Do you have/need a comparison target weight to be on the safe side? Yes it's similar to the new weigh, in fact it's heavier than the new jetboil canisters Nothing has blown up in the garage since I filled them all up Thanks John... d...

Slowed progress... my body has needed feeding in recent weeks but 8 kg in 11 weeks has felt OK. Interestingly, that's almost exactly the same as me! We're clearly kicking arse. :wink: Edit- Though my fitness is barely holding on due to the calorie deficit. But obviously we're at slightly different ...

Nice instructions John - is the second weight above similar to a recently bought full one? Do you have/need a comparison target weight to be on the safe side?

I have this issue with some part filled ones that I'm a bit reluctant to take on a weekend away so will give this a go. Thanks.

115.2kg - 1.1.2021 114.5kg - 8.1.2021 113.2kg - 15.1.2021 111.1kg - 22.01.2021 109.9kg - 29.01.2021 109.8kg - 05.02.2021 108.3kg - 12.02.2021 107.2kg - 19.02.2021 107.0kg - 27.02.2021 106.5kg - 06.03.2021 107.2kg - 13/03/2021 107.0 kg - 20/03/2021 Slowed progress... my body has needed feeding in rec...

ScotRoutes wrote: ↑Fri Mar 12, 2021 10:33 pm That's the last episode. BBC Scotland have canned the whole show.

That’s a real shame given the likely growth in outdoor sports. Never looked like a really expensive show to make but some good varied content!

Possible if you really wanted to but as Colin says the time commitment and increased injury possibilities are a big factor. Biking to the Bob Graham in a year (not that I think that’s normal but it shows some pretty amazing things are achievable). https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=o_HSwreqeUk Im Slowly ...

I always like that. Good to know there another episode out. Thanks.

Moder-dye wrote: ↑Fri Mar 12, 2021 8:14 am 26/12/2020: 121.7kg
1/1/2021: 117.7kg
8/1/2021: 116.8kg
15/1/2021: 115.5kg
22/1/2021: 113.6kg
29/1/2021: 113.1kg
5/2/2021:. 112.2kg
12/2/2021: 111.7kg
19/2/2021: 110.5kg
26/2/2021: 110.4kg
5/3/2021: 110.2kg
12/3/2021:108.4kg

1.8kg happy days

Fantastic progress Kevin

ScotRoutes wrote: ↑Thu Mar 11, 2021 9:10 pm Excellent. I've been waiting for someone UK to start stocking Astral. I think a V-eight might be just the job.

I think I have my name on one too

Jason at Tirio has some new lightweight (650g) Astral touring and whitewater PDFs. Might meet needs and selected for rafting... stock arrived recently.
https://www.packraftadventure.co.uk/buoyancy-aids

Stiffy activated.

We're pleased for you too but maybe not to this extent

And yeah - 1998 as retro.....

115.2kg - 1.1.2021 114.5kg - 8.1.2021 113.2kg - 15.1.2021 111.1kg - 22.01.2021 109.9kg - 29.01.2021 109.8kg - 05.02.2021 108.3kg - 12.02.2021 107.2kg - 19.02.2021 107.0kg - 27.02.2021 106.5kg - 06.03.2021 More slow progress... more exercise this week has helped (with weight loss and sanity)..... loo...