Jan and Klodi's Party Bus - part II **off topic discussion**

Wishbone Ash

Qualitymark wrote: »

What are rollers?

Things that make your hair curly. My grandmother liked them!

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Qualitymark wrote: »

What are rollers?

They're 3 drums, like big rolling pins with two are the back that your back wheel does between, then one your front wheel goes onto. There is an elastic band that goes around the front drum and the next in line. When you pedal they all move. They're far more entertaining than a turbo imo, because you're not just sitting there when you have to do your efforts etc. And keep the bike up. Great for smoothness and leg speed. I love them!

Qualitymark

Good heavens! I thought you were joking, and looked it up!

RobFowl

Qualitymark wrote: »

What are rollers?

http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2013/02/17/article-0-17A258FF000005DC-884_306x423.jpg

Qualitymark

Wouldn't you think something like a train track, with a surface that grips the wheels, mightn't work better? Or not?

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Qualitymark wrote: »

Wouldn't you think something like a train track, with a surface that grips the wheels, mightn't work better? Or not?

The instability is part of the point of rollers. You Have to be smooth to work at high cadences or you'll just wobble off. It's also part of (mainly) the fun of them!

Raam

Qualitymark wrote: »

Wouldn't you think something like a train track, with a surface that grips the wheels, mightn't work better? Or not?

There is plenty of grip. Also, the bike needs to be able to move left/right otherwise you will fall off.

lennymc

I just upgraded my turbo telly in the garage.....

The old one is in front

[IMG]https://us.v-cdn.net/6034073/[\IMG] I give up. Bloody phones......[/img]

RobFowl

lennymc wrote: »

I just upgraded my turbo telly in the garage.....

The old one is in front

[IMG]https://us.v-cdn.net/6034073/[\IMG] I give up. Bloody phones......[/img]

I dunno, et tu Lenny.....

Whats wrong with the open road???

Roll on Tollymore forest park and hope you have a soft landing when I shove you into the ditch

LollipopJimmy

RobFowl wrote: »

I dunno, et tu Lenny.....

Whats wrong with the open road???

Roll on Tollymore forest park and hope you have a soft landing when I shove you into the ditch

He doesn't want to miss Fair City

Idleater

lennymc wrote: »

I just upgraded my turbo telly in the garage.....

The old one is in front

[IMG]https://us.v-cdn.net/6034073/[\IMG] I give up. Bloody phones......[/img]

s/\/\/ ???

lennymc

RobFowl wrote: »

I dunno, et tu Lenny.....

Whats wrong with the open road???

Roll on Tollymore forest park and hope you have a soft landing when I shove you into the ditch

unfortunately I wont be at the nationals this year

The turbo is an unfortunate neccessity at the moment, cos it's raining....

RobFowl

lennymc wrote: »

unfortunately I wont be at the nationals this year

The turbo is an unfortunate neccessity at the moment, cos it's raining....

I was only (half) joking about the ditch

RobFowl

lennymc wrote: »

The turbo is an unfortunate neccessity at the moment, cos it's raining....

85k this am and downhill simulation this evening using a state of the art Software Optimised Freewheeling Acclimatisation device.

koutoubia

RobFowl wrote: »

85k this am and downhill simulation this evening using a state of the art Software Activated Freewheeling Acclimatisation device.

SAFA?

RobFowl

koutoubia wrote: »

SAFA?

Redacted ...

manafana

strava lovers:

sum up your 2015 with these two links

http://2015.strava.com/video/TN1NqL4

http://veloviewer.com/athlete/335646/graphic

nice summary chart of your 2015

Unknown Soldier

Can a mod clarify something for me, please? I did some searching on aliexpress on the forum (I remember there was an issue sometime back) and all I can find is ban on Counterfeit goods type stuff/links. Which makes sense, as tbh there are as many Counterfeit gear sellers on ebay and elsewhere.

But is there a blanket ban on Aliexpress? From what I can tell (and I've made quite a few transactions on the site) it's just a chineese ebay and there are plenty of legitamate/non counterfiet shops such as West Biking and lots of others who do lights and safety gear.

So are links to non counterfeit stuff allowed?

Darkglasses

Unknown Soldier wrote: »

Can a mod clarify something for me, please? I did some searching on aliexpress on the forum (I remember there was an issue sometime back) and all I can find is ban on Counterfeit goods type stuff/links. Which makes sense, as tbh there are as many Counterfeit gear sellers on ebay and elsewhere.

But is there a blanket ban on Aliexpress? From what I can tell (and I've made quite a few transactions on the site) it's just a chineese ebay and there are plenty of legitamate/non counterfiet shops such as West Biking and lots of others who do lights and safety gear.

So are links to non counterfeit stuff allowed?

We'll take it on a case by case basis. The direction to prevent discussion about counterfeits came from the office, but I don't think anyone has any problem with legitimate shops on Aliexpress. I will pass your question along to them just to be sure.

Any further questions, we should take to pm

LollipopJimmy

Tyres tyres tyres. The original Kenda tyres that came on the bike were grand, one puncture which I got along the canal and a rip appeared in one after 1500kms and the second got damaged during an altercation with the luas line. So my lbs had schwalbe luganos in stock which I bought. They're on 600kms now and I've had 4 punctures and they look pretty shabby and worn. I run at the recommended psi which I check before each ride and have become better at route selection and avoiding holes and debris. So can anybody recommend road tyres that aren't ****e and won't be past it after 600kms?
700×23c

Darkglasses

LollipopJimmy wrote: »

Tyres tyres tyres. The original Kenda tyres that came on the bike were grand, one puncture which I got along the canal and a rip appeared in one after 1500kms and the second got damaged during an altercation with the luas line. So my lbs had schwalbe luganos in stock which I bought. They're on 600kms now and I've had 4 punctures and they look pretty shabby and worn. I run at the recommended psi which I check before each ride and have become better at route selection and avoiding holes and debris. So can anybody recommend road tyres that aren't ****e and won't be past it after 600kms?
700×23c

There's a huge amount of choice, so it's best to think about what are you looking for in a tyre? Best ride quality? Best longevity? Best puncture protection? Most lightweight? Best value for money?

LollipopJimmy

Weepsie wrote: »

As above some have their favourites. I have various tyres on the bikes, and have had good experiences with Schwalbe Marathon & Durano Plus, Mostly good with Gatorskins but they eventually got knackered out and good on Michelin Pro4 Endurance, so they've been upgraded to a second version.

Also could they incident with the Luas line have done anything to the Rims to make punctures more likely?

Rims seem fine I've gone over them with a fine tooth comb and was sure to clean out the tyre after each flat, they just seem to have a terrible rubber compound.

Longevity isn't a major issue for me but 600kms is a little quick for tyres to be past it. So I'd like something that offers decent puncture protection and a good ride quality

Darkglasses

LollipopJimmy wrote: »

Rims seem fine I've gone over them with a fine tooth comb and was sure to clean out the tyre after each flat, they just seem to have a terrible rubber compound.

Longevity isn't a major issue for me but 600kms is a little quick for tyres to be past it. So I'd like something that offers decent puncture protection and a good ride quality

If you're happy to spend 40-50 euro then Continental Grand Prix 4 Season seem to be one of the best compromises. The annoying thing is that good puncture protection requires a harder tyre compound, which is usually detrimental to ride quality. Conti Gatorskin Hardshells are the clearest example, if you can handle them vs something like an ultremo.

My own preference is for Vittoria tyres though, if you want greater value for money.

Darkglasses

Caption competition.

RobFowl

Darkglasses wrote: »

Caption competition.

Prostate disease catches up with the King

OleRodrigo

Darkglasses wrote: »

Caption competition.

He'll pay for that on the poggio

Eamonnator

"I was just cycling along, when all of a sudden my bottom bracket seized up"

manafana

"do i need to take this right turn"

Qualitymark

"And Kelly's floating towards the finish with his usual effortless grace…"

Jawgap

Darkglasses wrote: »

Caption competition.

Always wear a helmet......it may save you from drowning!