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For me it has to/had to be Wayne, not becuase of his style (more as a rider/person overall), simply becuase when I used to ride he was the one who was always pushing me, telling me where I was going wrong and helping improve my riding in every aspect.
For style of riding, I couldnt comment on the recent riders that have come onto the scene as I not been directly involved with it for years, but I have always loved Ali C's style of riding, but not seen it recently so it could have all gone to pot for all I know.
Frooty
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Can you delete topics your self?
Yeah nice one mate
.Mistakes do happen like...
Its not a mistake, its just not bothering to read whats in front of you.
Really wish new members would learn to read. Can't we send them an Email confirmation when they sign up with 'NO SELLING OR BUYING UNTIL YOU ARE VALIDATED' in huge big writing on the Email!
Frooty
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If you're right footed, you should ride with the right foot foward all the time really.
I don't agree with that, i'm right footed and ride with left foot forward and know a lot of people who do. I think its more due to whatever people start using and feel more comfortable with.
One 'tip' I was told, was if you sidehop to left, have right foot forward and vice versa, its so that your trailing foot/pedal doesn't hit the object you're hopping onto.
I think its just down to whatever you feel comfortable with
Frooty
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When they stop you I beleive they have to tell you why they are stopping you. If they don't have any grounds for a search then you can refuse it. (but they almost always come up with a reason so not much chance of you stopping them)
As others have said they HAVE to give you a stop and search form which outlines when, where and by whom you were stopped/searched.
Have a quick google search on stop and search rights, you'll get loads of info. They shouldn't have even searched your pockets/bag themselves, but asked you to empty the contents of them.
I'd make a complaint at your local police station, they should know who was in what area at what times
Frooty
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Your brakes are the wrong way round.
Forgive me if i'm wrong, but I don't see it, am I missing something obvious?
Love the look of the bike by the way.
Frooty
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I phoned my Doctors and was told the chances are it was. They're not testing for it anymore so it can never be %100 confirmed.
Yeah I heard that, apparently the government have said doctors aren't allowed to test for it, whether thats just due to keep the testing labs work to a sensible level, or so the figures for 'confirmed cases' don't get too high I dunno.
I personally think its all a bit over-hyped. There are probably more people dying of/being infected with much 'less-deadly' diseases, but because we already know about those diseases and they have been around since forever, no-one worries.
I know a few people who have got it, and apart from 1 or 2 of them milking it for all its worth they are generally fine, just feeling a bit under the weather more than anything.
Frooty
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Damn, they're all way too heavy. Cheers for the link anyhow.
The actual forks used are the 'Handsome Dog Super Strongs' from All Terrain Cycles, not sure they have any more left though but worth keeping your eyes our, i'll try find weight of them for you.
Frooty
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Nota bene: you are NOT wearing a helmet because you expect to be crashing every few rides. You are wearing it because you expect one bad crash in 6 years. It's all about one crash, but since you don't know when it'll happen, you have to always wear it.
That sums it up perfectly!
Frooty
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I'm going to buy one of these for day to day use. It's not worth the risk.
This shit's getting scary, I'm not sure if I want to get up from my desk now.
Get one of them big bubble things, that'll protect you for sure (you then WON'T be able to move from your desk)
I know what your saying about my posts (and I don't mean to sound like a tabloid article), but IMO trials is a sport that involves a lot of risk, and personally I wouldn't want to risk a fall and skull fracture simply because I didn't wear something as small as a helmet. I don't understand how some people can ride all the time, especially the big riders, without a helmet.
Frooty
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am i crazy or the fork is bent??
nice bike:)
No, thats what I thought when I saw the pictures. The forks have no sweep (if thats the right word) on them at all and are pretty much straight from the steerer down to the fork legs. Nice short wheelbase.
Frooty
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guaranteed you'll do this once you start driving (if your car accelarates that fast)
I started driving recently and I have never done that, and never will. Most likely due to the fact I have a 5 month old Daughter who is often in the car with me, Oh, and I have some sense!
Frooty
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Atm i'm only jumping from kurbs, low drops and stuff.
Should i still wear?
Try falling from your riding position and aiming your head at the kerb, that'll answer your question.
I really don't know why people ride (especially trials) without a helmet
Frooty
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ALWAYS wear a helmet, it only takes 1 fall to crack your skull and cause serious damage. I HATE seeing the videos where people ride without helmets!!!
I remember when a guy round my end used to ride, and had a bad fall at Shipley Glen, if he didn't wear his helmet he would probably be drinking from a tube.
Me I am a no helmet rider. For some reason they feel really uncomfortable on my head. But if they save you life, they save your life.James
WTF, you don't wear one as it feels uncomfortable, find one that fits then!!!! When it comes to choosing between rock or a helmet, I know which would feel the most uncomfortable.
Anyone who rides without a helmet is a fool, who has little to no sense/consideration for themself.
Frooty
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I loved that video, was really good to see the progression, and he has progressed very fast. Well done Adam, i'll be keeping an eye for you in the future
Frooty
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whos up for it
so far theres me
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Bet you only get half of that, if your lucky
I would come, but have work all day
Frooty
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Thougt it was about time I sorted a bike out to get me some weight lost, and 'cause I miss riding, so made myself get the parts I need, and build the bike.
Below is the finished outcome.
Quick spec
Base frame (the original TA26)
king hubs F & R
Middleburn cranks
maggie rear, SD 7 front
Pazzaz stem and carbon bars
Some old school handsomedog steel forks (weight a tonne but hey ho, they won't snap)
Time to ride....
Frooty
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it just doesn't seem right that they would snap sooo easily. I just hopped a drain cover, landed to two wheels, and my front wheel just disappeared dumping me on my face
Theres nothing to say that a nasty fall from a 6 foot wall 2 days before (or some other accident/big move) didn't weaken them, and you jumping over the drain was just the final knock required to snap them. The problem with trials is you are constantly abusing and putting strain on the parts, which are I agree designed for this type of thing, but they can only take so much before giving in. Nothing last forever (apart from a Handsomedog Rockhound frame which weights 3.2573 tonnes).
Like Hannah said, if they were faulty it is likely they would have snapped much sooner.
Its just a part of trials i'm afraid.
Frooty
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Tip of day!!!
On the top of the New Members chat area it says, 'Announcement: New Member? Read This First!', read it and you might learn a thing or two.
Frooty
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3.12 grams
Frooty
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Was he actually sponsored by them, or just wearing one of their t-shirts?
Or was it Dan himself?
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I think I must be one of the lucky lucky people who has received something from him, and it was the right part.
Ordered a King Drive Shell from him as they were much cheaper than anywhere else, saw 2 days later on here that he was ripping people off and I started worrying, then got my part 2 days after that.
I think I was lucky, and will definitely think twice before ordering again, especially anything of any value.
Frooty
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For a change I was the one celebrating my first Fathers Day. Got some typical 'best dad' tee shirts, a mug, some socks and some books.
Actually felt a bit emotional getting fathers day presents, made me feel like a proper Daddy (not that I didn't before).
Frooty
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Not doing bad, as Christophe said thay are good parts, and unless I am mistaken I dont think you can get the ti hubs any more.
I got a red one on my Cannondale in cellar doing nothing in great condition on an old school ceramic rim, makes me wanna sell it.
Frooty
Wyke Riders
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I live in Dudley Hill, just down road from you. Can't say I am aware of many other stock riders at top of Bradford (especially in Wyke area), but I not been out in some time so that doesn't mean much.
Frooty