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One thing i learned this weekend, don't leave a can of Carlsberg in a dry bag and go riding..... dry bags are dry BOTH ways..... ;)

Just a quick FYI regarding 'Triple Ready' Crosschecks, in my case (2012) Baby? blue models front shifter isn't ramped enough to actually shift down to the granny ring, so i'll add new front derailleur to the BB and chainring i've just bought to convert it...

Think i'll drop Surly a quick line and ask them to clarify their online sales pitch...!

yeah, the big was just too big... interfered with the rear cable hanger... that's the small compressed as much as it'll go i reckon... almost...

Just added Altura click pannier clips to some £4 German gas mask pouches to make a set of front pods... total cost so far about £25. Still need to add stabilization bungees but they seem pretty sweet... FYI i fitted my sleeping bag and mat in a single pouch at the weekend... looking forward to finishing them and trying them out...

photo 2 by pixel_fiddler, on Flickr

posted this on Functional, actually make more sense here:

now i've decided i don't need them myself i'll share these from ebay...

Jandd Mini mountain panniers... Guys seems to have 2 sets at a real good price..:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/121182438345?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p398 4.m1423.l2649http://rover.ebay.com/roverimp/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?pub=5574889051&toolid=10001&campid=5336525415&mpt=7139988http://rover.ebay.com/roverimp/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?ff3=2&pub=5574889051&toolid=10001&campid=5336525415&item=121182438345&mpt=7139988

now i've decided i don't need them myself i'll share these from ebay...

Jandd Mini mountain panniers... Guys seems to have 2 sets at a real good price..:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/121182438345?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649http://rover.ebay.com/roverimp/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?ff3=2&pub=5574889051&toolid=10001&campid=5336525415&item=121182438345&mpt=[CACHEBUSTER]

Anyone have an inline 27.2 Thomson seat post they would like to swap for the layback version...?

Grabbed a filmless XA as i left for the Tour on Saturday, only film to be found in Holmfirth was Kodak Gold 200, not a fan of kodak colour...

mostly shitty rolls but one or two i like... oh, i really need to get a 35mm scanner as the supplied scans are pretty horrible.... any tips?

CNV00025 by pixel_fiddler, on Flickr

CNV00020 by pixel_fiddler, on Flickr

CNV00017 by pixel_fiddler, on Flickr

we bought some stuff from a pub up holme moss called Avon So Soft Skin or something... confused the shit out of me as its not labelled as an insect repellent, but looking at the ingredients it contains citronella/limonene... can't say it was that effective, but its what the locals were using....

+1 for insect protection, the midges were a nightmare... particularly trying to pack up first thing in the morning pre-coffee....

From the other photos you posted it looks like you had a pretty good weekend! I was a bit bummed out last night as more and more people were posting awesome photos and getting a whole bunch of texts/message about how amazing the whole weekend was (you bastards!)

On the plus side, I took delivery of a tarp, some ti-pegs, a tick remover and something-treated headnet as a precaution for the Lakes. Played around with various luggage set ups on the Karate Monkey and got round to fitting a completely new, and hopefully bombproof, drivechain (still singlespeed!). Think I've got everything planned out. Just need to stitch up a couple of bags to keep tent pegs and other pointy things from rubbing through anything.

So close... Damn you efficient emergency services....
http://www.itv.com/news/update/2014-07-03/jedward-left-badly-shaken-after-sandbank-rescue/

http://harewood.org/grand-depart/faqs/

** When will the roads close? **

                                                                                                            Full road closures will be in operation whilst the race  takes place and a list affected areas will be communicated widely by  official agencies soon. Details are still being finalised however some  further information can be found **[here](http://letour.yorkshire.com/road-closures)**.

All advice is to choose your spot and enjoy the day! Harewood is lucky enough to have a full weekend of events and activities planned. You can join us as a spectator for free or you can be part of the Festival of Cycling. Full details are available on the Festival of Cycling website

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**How do I access Harewood if the roads are closed? **

                                                                        Despite road closures there will still be access to  Harewood. There will be diversions in place from all major access routes  for people to follow. We can’t predict how many cars may be following  diversions on July 5th so we do recommend an early start to ensure you  don’t miss the action.

If you don’t fancy breakfast here and want to join us later in the afternoon, the A659 from Wetherby will be open all day with some restrictions. Parking will be available in nearby fields with pedestrian access to Harewood from Harewood Avenue. Please note a £10 parking charge will be in place. If you have not pre-booked your parking please note it is cash only on the day.

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**Is it free to park? **

                                                                        There is a £10 charge to help control the volume of cars  during that weekend. It is an unprecedented event in Yorkshire. Welcome  to Yorkshire estimate that Le Grand Depart may attract up to 3 million  people along the route. Parking can be pre-booked via the Festival of  Cycling or purchased on the day. Please note that parking purchased on  the day will be cash only. 

For this reason the parking charge at Harewood applies to all spectators including Harewood Members who have not purchased a ticket to the Festival of Cycling.
If you are camping at the Festival, if you’ve entered a participation event or if you have booked a hospitality package, your car parking charge is included within you booking. Passes will be sent out to you in the post.
Please note: camping has now sold out. No more pitches are available

I'm driving up tomorrow...

How likely am i to be able to drive to and park at either Harewood House on Saturday (or both).

More like Shaved Beaver....

Thanks for dropping off.... Satisfied customer here...!

Could try Critical Mass tonight? They're heading for booze and BBQ after the ride afaik....

Reminds me of an old (non-digital) shot i took...

_1A_0004 by pixel_fiddler, on Flickr

It looks like a huddle of cranes communing. I like.

Can i take the "Barely used aero brake levers. Hoods and lever in near perfect condition. £10"

Can meet in Manchester to collect

TS upping his cover game.....

http://www.theguardian.com/world/2014/jun/23/us-student-rescued-giant-vagina-sculpture-germany

WAC

http://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/big-commute-bikes-metrolink-tram-7299544

The bike always wins....

Let me know what you're planning! Crosscheck on Clayton Vale MTB trails was FUN!

I'll be taking the Cross Check out for some off-road action this weekend to test out the downtube shifters on the rough stuff and see how it works with a frame bag. From previous experience I'll end up picking a gear and sticking to it for all but the road sections!

also a few o/t garms...

ebay6 by pixel_fiddler, on Flickr
Carhartt Mission woodland camo ripstop shirt, washed but pretty much unworn, (L) cost £60 - £15? delivered in MCR

ebay5 by pixel_fiddler, on Flickr
Old-school Obey windrunner - Bought from the US in about 2002/4 and worn 2 times? XL but more like a roomy large - £15? delivered in MCR

ebay4 by pixel_fiddler, on Flickr
Super lightweight - pertex like packable Japanese Nike jacket, good condition a small scuff and oil spot that i can see, perfect windproof for warm nights... too small so barely worn (M) cost a lot of yen so £15? delivered in MCR

Gonna be selling my 2010? Cannondale Capo i think... just fishing to see if anyone local might be interested... not sure of the price yet, need to check the going rate....

57/58cm square frame... now complete it has paul royal flush cranks... may well split

Oh, also now has cannondale slice carbon fork...

this is how it used to look:

Cannondale Capo by pixel_fiddler, on Flickr

quick roll through a new Pen EE halfframe...

doesn't meter well for bright sunshine....

CNV00022 by pixel_fiddler, on Flickr

CNV00014 by pixel_fiddler, on Flickr

Sorry, just noticed collection.... I'm out unless you can post...