[fatkid2000]

I have just experienced the joys of turbo-training it is quite possibly the most sweat inducing training I've ever undertaken - the joys to come as I get ready for next years sportives.

I've also noticed that Mr wiggle is now stocking some 'good value' wheelsets... http://www.wiggle.co.uk/m/Cycle/7/Lightweight/..well you know fatdoc is bound to indulge.

that last post explains alot about your hill climbing times mate

Out in primary care my CERA supply has dried up. Must find a new source...

[Percy B]

£782.96 for a rear mech?

The best part of £3K for a pair of hops?

Very nice, but confirms my theory that buying bike parts is like buying ladies lingerie - the more you pay the less you get....

Go on Fatdoc - a nice pair of the Ventoux wheels would look nice on your bike, and sensible commuting wheels too if ever I saw some.

[fatdoc]

I just ordered a 2009 Fox 32 15mmQR TALAS 150-130-110 and a correspending wheel build of Hope pro II on DT swiss 5.1D with double butted black spokes on brass nipples for my 40th pressie...

Might have the reign in the roadie spend for a bit 

[tlr]

Have I missed something? I thought that you had just got your 'old' forks sorted?

Have you ever had any forks long enough for them to even bed in?

Sell your 'old' ones to Dr. Capper.

[fatdoc]

capper not keen.

I want a fork with more beef :-)

[fatkid2000]

Have I missed something? I thought that you had just got your 'old' forks sorted?

I heard that rumour as well from the horses mouth - obviously changed his mind already!!!

[fatdoc]

want more from my fork... 

[fatkid2000]

Lets open a sweep stake ~ How long before fatdoc has changed his fork again???

[Percy B]

For forks sake, FD. You obviously need a new bike. The new forks will look out of place on the shody old frame. And it is your 40th....

Back to roadie stuff, I sold my PlanetX to Sasscotty (or 8b Scott as he might now well be known) who, on reciept of his new steed pegged it out to Burbage for a test run, whizzed back into Sheff, stopped at Hunters Bar r/bout, failed to unclip his feet quick enough, and took the ride (dislocating his pinky on impact)! Its a dangerous business, this road biking. Be careful out there Scott. You don't want to get a reputation like Fatdoc for falling off things and busting yourself

[fatdoc]

Lets open a sweep stake ~ How long before fatdoc has changed his fork again???

None left, I will shortly own the daddy of all mountain forks 

No way changing the frame.... me lurvve it

[Percy B]

This profiles for you, Fatdoc. Click the link - http://www.bikeroutetoaster.com/Course.aspx?course=23565  , then click the Summary tab. Thats the hill profile for the mid-distance Cheshire Cat. It has 80% of the hills that the long version has, so should be quicker, but still as painfull.

Spikey, isn't it? :'(

[fatkid2000]

1500 m of ascent - walk in the park. Providing I don't get lost!!!!

[fatdoc]

As I've said before we need a vomit smiley on here... 

[slackline]

As I've said before we need a vomit smiley on here...  :'(

[fatdoc]

me want... perhaps ask bubba to put on forum???

[tlr]

Anybody fancy a short road ride tomorrow afternoon, about 1ish maybe from Beauchief?

Forecast is no wind, dry and bloody cold.

[Dude]

Hi,  I'm fancying heading to the alps in the spring maybe on train, maybe via motor for a few days before child number 2 arrives! Does anyone know any websites etc which has advice about alps circuits, I'm pretty ignorant apart form knowing which the classics are. I was after like 4-7 day circuit with acomm info etc. Any advice appreciated cheers

[tlr]

Don't forget folks, Fred Whitton Entry Forms will be available on the website from midnight tomorrow.

On that note, any Sheffield or Peak roadies who want to get out in the next few months, just let me know. I need to ramp up the mileage.

[fatkid2000]

I may give the Fred a go this year - when is it? But  I need to knuckle down and do some exam revision  so that prevent me.

I'd be up for some road miles if I return from Spain in one piece.

[tlr]

Sunday May 10th is the date of the ride.

You'll need to download the form at midnight and get it in the first post apparently to stand any chance.

The Lakeland Loop in April is a good training Sportive for it.

[fatkid2000]

NExt year me thinks -  as my exam is in May, but I'll still be up for some training miles

[fatkid2000]

Product recall on Mavic wheels - I have a feeling that Percy runs these, anyway be of some use to some of you.
http://www.roadcyclinguk.com/news/article/mps/uan/3734

[Duma]

Cheers fatkid, just alerted my mate at work who runs these (on his Siena, along with Sram Red, the lucky/rich  ****). Since those wheels don't get to go out over the winter anyway, it looks like he's going to get a free askium front wheel for zero inconvenience!

[fatdoc]

HOT news

bicicleta is soon to go under new management, still with all Zipp stuff et al... there's a sniff of some *new management* deals coming soon, a web shop (oh god no...) and new ranges of stock


get in there boys... 2nd week of Feb is when it's all happening!!


no news on an extension into bling MTB as of yet.... but if it does Norton just blew his life savings, as he lives 500m away!!!

[tlr]

Sounds interesting, mmmm, new shiny stuff....

Started my Whitton training today. 90 slightly chilly km round the Peak. In fact it was so chilly that the SIS in my water bottle froze.

I have to confess that my Froggatt hill time on the way back wasn't my fastest.... Quite tired by the time I got home. Still, got a few months to improve.