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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-21-23, 04:43 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 4,776
Posted By BBB_Adrift

Because I dont have space for 6. ;-)

Because I dont have space for 6.

;-)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-15-23, 05:23 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,582
Posted By BBB_Adrift

The rise of post-war industrialisation was the...

The rise of post-war industrialisation was the complete antithesis of frugality and thrift. It was pursuit of ever-increasing yields and outputs, at the expense of sustainability or long-term view....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-23, 08:45 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,582
Posted By BBB_Adrift

Agreed. It's about changing perceptions and...

Agreed. It's about changing perceptions and aspirations. Of course, it helps if the freedom of choice is removed (as was the case in the former soviet union), but maybe we will be entering a new era...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-23, 07:45 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,582
Posted By BBB_Adrift

That level isnt getting any hire. If anything,...

That level isnt getting any hire. If anything, it's lower now. That was defo a budget post.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-23, 06:42 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,582
Posted By BBB_Adrift

but at least the stone tablet doesn't dissolve if...

but at least the stone tablet doesn't dissolve if you leave it in your pant's pocket in a wash cycle.
mind you, they'd still claim you weren't the original owner or some weaselly excuse.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-23, 06:20 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,582
Posted By BBB_Adrift

my brain hertz at the quality of these puns.

my brain hertz at the quality of these puns.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-23, 10:07 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,582
Posted By BBB_Adrift

In fairness to "the futurists", the next century...

In fairness to "the futurists", the next century is still young. We are less than a 1/4 of the way through it. The reports coming out now about the threats posed by AI seem (to my eyes) to be...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-23, 01:38 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,582
Posted By BBB_Adrift

It depends on how you recount the episode. ...

It depends on how you recount the episode. Factual, cold, emotional, long-winded. Etc....

Give it a go.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-23, 01:36 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,582
Posted By BBB_Adrift

or the economy would change to become focused on...

or the economy would change to become focused on important things? Good to see a fellow Klaatu aficionado.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-23, 01:34 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,582
Posted By BBB_Adrift

Terry Pratchett espouses a socially aware...

Terry Pratchett espouses a socially aware position on the politics of keeping people poor by making them buy cheap repeatedly. Worth a Google.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-23, 08:26 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,582
Posted By BBB_Adrift

True, but then I'd have no cause celebre. It...

True, but then I'd have no cause celebre. It keeps me young and keen!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-23, 08:16 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,582
Posted By BBB_Adrift

Dinucci I do not know, but Singer is well-loved...

Dinucci I do not know, but Singer is well-loved in France; rightly so, especially for those who are not enamoured of Carbon. Congrats for having no lingering hatred. I only harbour hatred for one...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-23, 07:30 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,582
Posted By BBB_Adrift

Yes. Look at the recent threads. Then think.

Yes. Look at the recent threads.

Then think.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-23, 06:11 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,676
Posted By BBB_Adrift

my work here is done. The thoughts are now...

my work here is done.

The thoughts are now implanted.

;-)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-23, 05:28 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,676
Posted By BBB_Adrift

I only used BS as a readily-recognised name. ...

I only used BS as a readily-recognised name. Replace with Justin Beiber or Hilary Clinton according to personal taste. ;-)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-23, 04:48 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,582
Posted By BBB_Adrift

Thrift & Frugality - a quality or a meanness?

There are those who state with conviction that thrift is an admirable quality, one that all should possess. In similar vein, to be frugal is to respect mother earth's diminishing resources.
Some...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-23, 10:30 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,687
Posted By BBB_Adrift

And if you turn it back-to-front then you can...

And if you turn it back-to-front then you can double up the laundry periodicity once again. Four times the life between washes.

I'm sure that frugality will appeal to some of the posters on this...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-23, 05:30 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,676
Posted By BBB_Adrift

Oh yes. But I would insist it were unwashed.

Oh yes. But I would insist it were unwashed.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-23, 05:28 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 3,604
Posted By BBB_Adrift

To be honest, not even nostalgia is as good as it...

To be honest, not even nostalgia is as good as it used to be back in the day.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-23, 05:11 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,676
Posted By BBB_Adrift

were I to find some of Brittney Spears'...

were I to find some of Brittney Spears' underwear, I'd buy it. Would you not? ;-)

[dont answer if my tongue-in-cheek post offends]
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-25-23, 10:02 PM
Replies: 6,270
Views: 573,676
Posted By BBB_Adrift

Yeah. Managed a slogging 90k into a gusty...

Yeah. Managed a slogging 90k into a gusty headwind with the gang on Friday morning. Surely that much suffering has got to be good for the soul?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-24-23, 04:45 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,410
Posted By BBB_Adrift

Carelessness. I'm not proud of it.

Carelessness. I'm not proud of it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-23-23, 08:12 AM
Replies: 6,270
Views: 573,676
Posted By BBB_Adrift

I've managed 23km after work each day this week....

I've managed 23km after work each day this week. I'm feeling proud (OK, smug) and will celebrate with a big long ride out tomorrow morning with the cycle gang. Maybe 100k or so. Living the dream!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-23-23, 08:10 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,410
Posted By BBB_Adrift

I lost a sled, 6 huskies and a C130 (ice fit)...

I lost a sled, 6 huskies and a C130 (ice fit) from there.

But not a bike, so I guess you are correct.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-23-23, 08:08 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,410
Posted By BBB_Adrift

I tend to agree. Similar situation out here in...

I tend to agree. Similar situation out here in the Middle East. Little petty crime and VERY little theft. It seems that local legislation is sufficient deterrence - certainly there is no...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-22-23, 05:29 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,410
Posted By BBB_Adrift

Plenty of crime in Japan. The yakuza are...

Plenty of crime in Japan. The yakuza are big-time organised crims (Why One Of Japan's Largest Organized Crime Groups Is Looking For Legitimate Work (forbes.com)...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-22-23, 05:20 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,410
Posted By BBB_Adrift

I had a dog sled stolen there. I just turned my...

I had a dog sled stolen there. I just turned my back to have an icicle pee - and it was gone! Honest. And was there a policeman to report the crime to? Of course not. Never is when you need one!...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-22-23, 05:12 AM
Replies: 380
Views: 16,766
Posted By BBB_Adrift

We have yet to discuss the pros and cons of using...

We have yet to discuss the pros and cons of using wood as a material for a seatpost. It's cheap, strong and an insulator (for those with eBikes). Broom handles seem to be about the right diameter,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-22-23, 04:59 AM
Replies: 380
Views: 16,766
Posted By BBB_Adrift

Unless you are colour-blind. Gotta think of the...

Unless you are colour-blind. Gotta think of the disadvantaged.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-20-23, 08:30 AM
Replies: 6,270
Views: 573,676
Posted By BBB_Adrift

I'm putting in 20-25k after work each afternoon...

I'm putting in 20-25k after work each afternoon this month. Just to kill a bit of time, to maintain fitness, to accumulate distance: and because it gets me out of the house.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-19-23, 04:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 794
Posted By BBB_Adrift

I have a definitive answer to my query. A kind...

I have a definitive answer to my query. A kind person sourced the 2013 Bianchi catalogue. It clearly states BSA (English 1.37" x 24tpi). And no other.

Thread may be put to bed happy ever after!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-12-23, 10:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 794
Posted By BBB_Adrift

Thank you, Sire. May all your wind be tailwinds.

Thank you, Sire. May all your wind be tailwinds.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-12-23, 05:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 794
Posted By BBB_Adrift

Bianchi Infinito CV Bottom Bracket type

Calling on the cognoscenti here for their wisdom/knowledge. What could possibly go wrong? ;-)

I've just bought a 2013 year Infinito, unseen and by mail order. It is waiting for me at home. I wont...
Forum: For Sale
01-31-23, 05:30 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 622
Posted By BBB_Adrift

Would you be prepared to ship to France? I'm...

Would you be prepared to ship to France? I'm unsighted as to US postal costs.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-30-23, 05:50 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 853
Posted By BBB_Adrift

Ditto.

Ditto.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-15-23, 07:53 AM
Replies: 132
Views: 6,168
Posted By BBB_Adrift

I once saw a door that was ajar. That's nearly...

I once saw a door that was ajar. That's nearly the same as a water bottle, without being a water bottle.
I also saw 2 apples. But they werent a pear. And nothing to do with water bottles, nor...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-14-23, 04:26 AM
Replies: 6,270
Views: 573,676
Posted By BBB_Adrift

115km up the East coast of Qatar. 4 hours of...

115km up the East coast of Qatar. 4 hours of pleasure.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-12-23, 12:18 AM
Replies: 722
Views: 28,590
Posted By BBB_Adrift

Sir - if that beauty is a 58cm/XL frame and you...

Sir - if that beauty is a 58cm/XL frame and you are worried that it will not be looked after properly once you are deceased, I'm prepared to selflessly propose my services to care for it. I wont...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-10-23, 10:08 PM
Replies: 722
Views: 28,590
Posted By BBB_Adrift

1997. Hardly vintage, but clearly not first flush...

1997. Hardly vintage, but clearly not first flush of youth either. Lots of chromed bits to drool upon.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-07-23, 01:00 AM
Replies: 722
Views: 28,590
Posted By BBB_Adrift

This post exposes a very good point. Disc brakes...

This post exposes a very good point. Disc brakes work better in the wet. From my experience of commuting in urban areas and often in the wet, I appreciate the added security that comes from being...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-06-23, 09:19 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,224
Posted By BBB_Adrift

Mere details, my dear chap. The concept is good.

Mere details, my dear chap. The concept is good.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-06-23, 09:17 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,224
Posted By BBB_Adrift

Some interesting views and statements in that...

Some interesting views and statements in that post, which I enjoyed reading. Thank you. But:.....

1. As a European, I have a problem correlating "regular place" with "America". I find USA to be...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-06-23, 09:09 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,224
Posted By BBB_Adrift

I really cant see the views expressed in that...

I really cant see the views expressed in that post causing offense to anyone. Not even the most bleeding-heart liberals.

;-)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-06-23, 09:05 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 5,112
Posted By BBB_Adrift

I do give my bikes names. Candy, Shef, Titty,...

I do give my bikes names. Candy, Shef, Titty, Granny (tbc).

They all have ladies names, because I dont ride blokes.

Simple. As. That.
;-)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-06-23, 08:48 AM
Replies: 722
Views: 28,590
Posted By BBB_Adrift

I have a Cannondale road bike with rim brakes....

I have a Cannondale road bike with rim brakes. Her name is Candy. I enjoy riding her.
I have a gravel bike with disc brakes. Her name is Shef. I enjoy riding her too.
I have a titanium endurance...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-06-23, 08:35 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 11,561
Posted By BBB_Adrift

Thank you very much indeed for that informed and...

Thank you very much indeed for that informed and useful response. Much appreciated. I think my piggy bank might need to encounter a hammer!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-02-23, 10:02 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 11,561
Posted By BBB_Adrift

So it would probably be better to simply upgrade...

So it would probably be better to simply upgrade to the next up, Centaur, and use that ?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-02-23, 12:41 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 11,561
Posted By BBB_Adrift

Please forgive me if this is a "bone" question. ...

Please forgive me if this is a "bone" question. Could I simply upgrade to an 11-speed set or change to a different set completely? Some of the discussion here about modifying cassettes with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-04-22, 05:42 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,895
Posted By BBB_Adrift

Like you - I have been "switched to receive, not...

Like you - I have been "switched to receive, not to transmit". After all, I posed the question hoping for opinion and solution. In the end, I've taken the conservative option and sent the frame off...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-04-22, 05:37 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,895
Posted By BBB_Adrift

It does seem to be the case. I will bump my post...

It does seem to be the case. I will bump my post count up a bit. no need to reply to this!
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