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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-20-21, 05:38 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 7,356
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Have you ever stood back from a situation and...

Have you ever stood back from a situation and turned it upside down? So if a friend said "I've gained 20 pounds in 6 months. I need some damn motivation..... Help!!" what would you advise him?

If...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-04-21, 01:33 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,682
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Now look here young man - talk like that will...

Now look here young man - talk like that will just get you absolutely nowhere. So enough of that!

Has anyone ever set up a poll on what people's "internal" age is? I've been 22 for quite some time...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-18-21, 06:03 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,459
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Yep. Out in a group of maybe ten where nobody...

Yep. Out in a group of maybe ten where nobody else got even a single over around forty miles, I got a double puncture coming down a hill. What else was special about that day? I'd forgotten my saddle...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-28-20, 01:17 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 10,120
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

"should I take a leap and go light, electronic...

"should I take a leap and go light, electronic and aero and use the Domane for indoor trainer and gravel duty"
Listen to the force, Padawan. Use it wisely!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-12-19, 01:57 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,203
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

You could put one inch spacer blocks on the left...

You could put one inch spacer blocks on the left pedal.
Not sure how that would work if you have clips, but someone who knows will be along shortly. Or ask when you get the bikes serviced.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-04-19, 01:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,862
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

I have a credit card sized piece of paper with my...

I have a credit card sized piece of paper with my medical notes on one side and my contact details and my photo plus contact's contact details on the other. It's laminated to protect it and sits in...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-29-19, 03:04 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,677
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Not sure if you can access this link outside GB...

Not sure if you can access this link outside GB https://www.itv.com/hub/itv4

If you can, there are edited highlights 7-8pm GB time Monday.
Also catch-up on all other episodes at...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-25-19, 03:10 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,598
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Here's an old post from way back on the very...

Here's an old post from way back on the very topic . . .
https://www.bikeforums.net/road-cycling/410701-psimet-s-tip-day.html
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-15-19, 02:39 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,398
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Hi 54, I'm Dad. There will be a few Grandads...

Hi 54, I'm Dad.
There will be a few Grandads along later.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-13-19, 01:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,422
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

"We are not as active in later years as we were...

"We are not as active in later years as we were in earlier years so we do not need as many calories."
Exactly why I'm on the fast800! :)
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-12-19, 04:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,422
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

If you're needing an eating plan to help with...

If you're needing an eating plan to help with your exercise regime in speeding up losing that remaining 14 pounds, I can recommend www.theFast800.com by Dr Michael Mosley.

I'd started Intermittant...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-22-19, 03:40 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,140
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

I started off with the free version but am now on...

I started off with the free version but am now on the lowest priced subscription as it gives you some extra whizzes and bangs.

You can make your routes private, available only to friends, or to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-11-19, 05:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,949
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Run the frame number through this...

Run the frame number through this https://www.bikeregister.com/bike-checker

If it comes out clear and you can adjust the saddle for me, I'll give you £75 :)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-02-19, 01:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,457
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Assuming that you've inspected it and it's ok to...

Assuming that you've inspected it and it's ok to ride, how about public transport or a cab there and pedal it home?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-27-19, 03:18 AM
Replies: 241
Views: 49,865
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

If you say I'm from Edinburgh in a Scottish...

If you say I'm from Edinburgh in a Scottish accent - A'm fae Embra ;)
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-13-18, 01:25 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,102
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

To turn it around, you could ask how old they are...

To turn it around, you could ask how old they are over on the Clydesdales and Athenas group ;)
https://www.bikeforums.net/clydesdales-athenas-200-lb-91-kg/
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-02-17, 06:31 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,685
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

"porky" is short for porky pie, which is rhyming...

"porky" is short for porky pie, which is rhyming slang for a lie, or a fib.

We are divided by a common language ;)

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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-18-17, 03:52 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,093
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Aaah, but when you come off your bike (and you...

Aaah, but when you come off your bike (and you will at some point!) wearing gloves means you shouldn't get your palms full of grit.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-29-17, 03:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,775
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Strange things, saddles. Ones that are comfy...

Strange things, saddles.

Ones that are comfy on a mountain bike don't work for me on a road bike, and vice versa, due to the different riding positions. Unfortunately it's trial and error, but...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-07-17, 02:35 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,555
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Another vote for a Diverge. I got the aluminium...

Another vote for a Diverge.
I got the aluminium SmartWeld 2015 from a friend who was selling a couple of bikes from his stable to fund a new one. Loved it so much I've upgraded to the Expert 2017....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-03-16, 04:08 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 681
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Bicycle Times Adventure Fest - a three day road...

Bicycle Times Adventure Fest - a three day road and mixed surface cycling festival. (http://bicycletimesmag.com/adventurefest/)

We regret to inform you, dear reader, that we are canceling the ...
Forum: United Kingdom
11-24-15, 02:51 AM
Replies: 632
Views: 376,170
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Good morning, sir. If you haven't found them...

Good morning, sir.
If you haven't found them already, look for Classic and Vintage boards - they'll be able to help.
Have fun!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-15-14, 02:29 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,377
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Be prepared . . . 368864 This sums it up...

Be prepared . . .
368864

This sums it up perfectly for me
368865
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-08-14, 04:00 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,887
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

If another driver was killed in a collision on...

If another driver was killed in a collision on the highway you use to drive to work, would you quit driving to work? The answer is most likely "no". You might be a bit more vigilant. You might check...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-12-13, 12:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 511
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Graeme Obree and Kickstarter

There has been some questions as to whether or not you have any affiliation with the Kickstarter campaign to fund another movie focusing on Graeme Obree.

I have no affiliation with the kickstarter...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-17-13, 03:41 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 926
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Have you considered using a heavier bike for the...

Have you considered using a heavier bike for the commute?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-08-13, 02:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 367
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Website for the oldest rider in TdF

I know that he won't qualify for membership of 50+ for a while, but here's a few "facts" about Jens Voigt . . .

http://www.jensvoigtfacts.com/
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-29-13, 01:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,148
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Try this...

Try this http://www.celebrazio.net/bicycling/shimano_compatibility.html

I've had the link for a while but it gets updated regularly, not sure where I found it - it might even have been on this...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-22-13, 02:03 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 376
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Need a little help on the hills these days?

I think I've found just the thing for you . . .

http://www.guardian.co.uk/environment/bike-blog/2013/jun/19/flying-bike-rise-above-daily-grind

"If you have a thirst for adventure, but are...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-16-13, 02:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 587
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Hi Thedoofa - there's loads of Brits on here....

Hi Thedoofa - there's loads of Brits on here. Check out http://www.bikeforums.net/forumdisplay.php/242-United-Kingdom

Enjoy!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-27-13, 05:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 739
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

"I hate to tell you this, but you need a new...

"I hate to tell you this, but you need a new bike. You know it makes sense."

Now you have to decide if it's the little angel on one shoulder saying this - or the little devil on the other one.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-11-13, 08:50 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,120
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

There are many boring names here in Edinburgh,...

There are many boring names here in Edinburgh, but we also have Laid Back Bikes specialising in recumbents, The Bicycle Works, Soul Cycles, Grease Monkey Cycles, The Bike Chain, FreeWheelin', The...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-23-13, 03:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 382
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

I've had a fitting, but it was to fit me to my...

I've had a fitting, but it was to fit me to my existing bike.

By doing some reading on here, I think you can figure out what type of bike will suit the style of riding you have in mind, but it...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-10-13, 02:45 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,448
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Come on man, drive side to the camera . . . ...

Come on man, drive side to the camera . . .

And when are you getting some proper pedals?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-05-13, 09:59 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,027
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Consider yourself vindicated, sir. Muscle...

Consider yourself vindicated, sir.

Muscle breaks down under exercise and renews itself - which is why everyone should always have a recovery day after a hard session. This damage is identified by...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-03-13, 04:10 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 5,199
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

I feel that a manufacturer who gives a lifetime...

I feel that a manufacturer who gives a lifetime guarantee and then wriggles out of it "as it no longer belongs to the original owner" is also guilty of fraud. The vendor will have customer records...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-27-12, 06:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 722
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

I have one of those very handy Dymo tape...

I have one of those very handy Dymo tape labellers. Put a "nametag" at both ends of each cable/lead and then you know what the visible ends are for, and it also makes life easier when you're...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-24-12, 04:10 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,176
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

A Blessed New Year regardless of you faith or...

A Blessed New Year regardless of you faith or beliefs no matter what or if there is none for you.

Well said Bill, if only sentiments like that were a bit more widespread over the globe it might...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-09-12, 05:47 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,398
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Many thanks for passing that on, Miss K. ...

Many thanks for passing that on, Miss K.

Good to see a Scottish slant in there too. Didn't realise that Jim Dale was still on the planet - he was famous when I was a lad! Seems that he's been a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-21-12, 09:47 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,703
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Am I too late to tell those of you who have...

Am I too late to tell those of you who have related their tales of woe on this thread that if I'm preparing peppers, I use disposable gloves.

I used to go commando, but not now!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-16-12, 05:11 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,638
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Thank you gentlemen, firstly for brightening up...

Thank you gentlemen, firstly for brightening up my day, and also reminding me that I haven't played any Jackson Browne for far too long now.

Situation now resolved.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-16-12, 03:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,214
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

You can buy the same tops here...

You can buy the same tops here http://www.love2pedal.com/store/search.aspx?Page=1&sort=4&key=fart
Send a nice PM to Dan, who's a poster on these boards (username love2pedal.com) and there's a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-20-12, 05:05 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 345
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

That's what counts, SammyJ - serve yourself some...

That's what counts, SammyJ - serve yourself some more of the same anytime you like.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-13-12, 04:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 714
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

"Don't look now, but he's behind you . . . !"...

"Don't look now, but he's behind you . . . !" (http://www.cafalawblog.com/uploads/image/colonoscopy.jpg) That man's smile is unsettling :twitchy:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-25-12, 09:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 694
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Not at all George, feel free to pass it on to as...

Not at all George, feel free to pass it on to as many folk as you like.
Sorry about the delay in responding, just back from a break with very limited internet access - the peace and quiet were great!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-16-12, 08:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 694
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Tour de France 1962 - 19min short film

Well, as this is the 50+ forum, what could be more apt than to watch a short film of the Tour de France which was made 50yrs ago?

http://vimeo.com/21306164

This year's riders don't know how...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-01-12, 09:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 498
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

it is great to find a community of riders who are...

it is great to find a community of riders who are 200+ lbs like me.
I'm really a lurker here as I've never actually hit the 200lbs mark, (got quite close, right enough!) but the Clydesdales and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-21-12, 06:58 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 820
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

You can still catch some of the bits you missed...

You can still catch some of the bits you missed on ITVPlayer - all episodes are online for a while.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-20-12, 01:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 820
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Sympathies with the sore body Stapfam, but here's...

Sympathies with the sore body Stapfam, but here's some good news - http://www.itv.com/itvplayer/video/?Filter=323459 1 hour of daily highlights from La Vuelta on ITV4 just for you! (Apologies to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-11-12, 03:57 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 816
Posted By AmFaeEmbra

Don't throw it out! If that 50+ get together ever...

Don't throw it out! If that 50+ get together ever gets organised for GB, I think you should set the lead and have everybody turn up in a superhero costume. I'd travel down just for the pictures...
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