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Thanks for the heads up, I went for these in the end.

I lost a jacket with my Knog Blinder Mob The Face lights in. As per https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/knog-light-blinder-mob-the-face-twinpack-2017/rp-prod164488

I've had a couple of sets of these and was considering a change.

Budget around £50, used only in the city, needs to work between Brompton (tiny bars and massive seatpost) and beater interchangeably.

I like being able to pop them in a pocket and USB rechargeable is a must.

Is there anything out there that would suit my needs better, or might be cheaper?

Any physio recommendations in hackney? Want to check in with someone about some recurring pains and tightness during training.

I don’t have much dollar, so ideally someone who can give me a once over and advice rather than recurring massage type jobby.

Is that Amager?

Refshaleøn looks like a little dinosaur head on a very overweight body.

CorbynForPresident? Vs Millenial Falcon
https://doodle.com/poll/3s2gwub9qchkamg8

Voice of the Pigeons Vs Millenial Falcon
https://doodle.com/poll/26a3vxh9ycrk547i

MMMbop Vs Millenial Falcon
https://doodle.com/poll/zuzuterq3ub8r5pz

It's a fair point about that last pair - I'm kind of amazed it happened as they literally looked unworn when they arrived. My gaffa tape fix is enough for a comfortable 10k, so they might just be my short and fast shoes for now.

I actually did stop a couple of times, but I was feeling impatient and didn't want to lose my flow so maybe didn't' wait long enough. As soon as I started again it would be straight back at my ankles.

Wasted a fair few seconds on it.

Why not? I buy pretty much everything secondhand and have never had trouble. The mad thing is that loads of people seem to sell shoes after a single 5k run. There's a Facebook group called running gear for sale and it's full of pairs around the £40 mark that have been used once or twice.

Coupled with the atrocious conditions for people making shoes and the ridiculous amount of pairs for sale in barely used condition I see it as a positive thing to do!

Training is paying off and my pace is getting more regular and quick. Narrowly missed out on a 45 minute 10k today (I blame an ankle biting dog), and I reckon I will crack 20 minutes 5k soon.

After a few attempts at patching up those shoes, I've realised they're not going to be comfortable for anything more than 10k and I need a pair of shoe for long runs mainly on road and towpaths. Any suggestions? What's a good shoe for running 30km plus that is kind to knees and gives good support?

Also if anyone has something suitable for sale in 9.5, let me know.

Salomon Sonic Pro.

I've probably only done 200 miles MAX in them. They looked brand new when I got them.

Got them secondhand, so not much I can do.

Edit: they were only £40 posted, which helps with the pain.

NOOOOO! I’ve only owned these shoes a few months, but the heel has started splitting and it’s gonna cause me serious pain on longer runs.

They’re the best shoes I’ve ever run in, but I guess they’re more of a race shoe and not designed for loads of miles.

Any repair suggestions? Are they goners?

“The idea being it trains the body to use what it's already got stored. No idea if there is any real science behind it but seems to work for me.”

That has totally been my MO too, and I do think there’s something in it. However I sometimes find i tank at about 20 miles and my calf muscles start cramping. Also it makes recovery frustratingly slow.

I’m gonna start hydrating better and eating earlier for sure.

Did a great 30km yesterday.

Nothing organised, just a pootle to start upping the miles for Race To the Stones, but finally managing to take hydration and nutrition seriously and as a result ended feeling really fresh. Ran along the Trent in the fog and finished just as it started to burn off.

I've always had a bad habit of starting to eat and drink too late and end up desperate at the finish. I used some electrolyte tabs, and not sure if that made a big difference, but it makes 100km feel a fair bit more manageable.

Would be great to know from others who have upped to ultra distance how they manage food and drink on training runs.

Have you experienced using the 10l one? Looks like the 15l is pretty new as there are comparatively few reviews. The 10l bag has excellent reviews, will definitely try and take a look in the flesh.

I’m after recommendations for a vest/bag for training and event day for a 100km ultra.

For training I want something to carry water and snacks, but just getting a vest seems a bit silly as it’s not so multifunctional.

Part of me is tempted to get something that could double up as a little bag for light hikes and rides, but I need to make sure it’ll do it’s primary job well of being comfortable for long runs.

The inov8 app terrain pro 0-15 seems to answer this question, but It’s quite expensive.

If anyone is selling something suitable let me know.

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@speculoos - for your Brother?

I kinda wished you hadn't bothered posting that now that I've spunked £15 on some overpriced girps!

Edit: hold that thought

I got some DeFeet merino gloves earlier this winter and have already managed to lose them!

Now it's actually cold and I don't have any decent gloves.

I can't be trusted with nice things......

Game 1:

Mmmmbop: 7
Plumber - |||
Max - ||
Josh - ||

Biggie shorty: 3
Danny - ||
Robbie - |

Game 2:

Mmmmmmbop: 4
Max - |
Josh - ||
Plumber - |

Biggie shorty: 2
Danny - ||

Robbie here (can't remember my log in): Just a reminder that we are playing a double header at newt on Sunday, I'm sure it'll be fine as there are 2 courts but would be great if that could be factored in to plans. V up for doing the sessions though

All the cool kids seem to have ESI chunky grips on their loop bars. Anyone know if they’re worth the fuss and if there’s a cheaper alternative/UK version?

I can't see an image of the wool coat. Would appreciate seeing what it looks like.

Yes. Friday is good and the backup of Wednesday would be great. You’re on!