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Weekend is over..... again? Spent it over at Katy's place. It was a hot one, BBQ Saturday late and Sunday early bootfair at RSPCA charity boot fair with £1.00 Charitable donation entry fee. Everything we got was 50p per item or £1.00 and then really good Bacon rolls with two large chunks of fried bacon and a large instant coffee, total £6.00  Glass hearts for Katy at £1.00 each made her happy, because though hating bootfairs, she knows her prices and likes a bit of a bargain. These were bought for the garden, but found to be too nice, so after a wash, found their way into the house, dangling in front of the windows.  Katy did most of the driving this weekend so my view from the passenger seat was mostly this.....  After the bootfair we spent close to 5 hours helping her parents, who at age 73/75 have decided to sell their house and move to the coast, so it was furniture dismantling, ornament moving, furniture, and all the television sets etc..... Then we moved some furniture about 15 miles away into a storage unit for her sister who is getting some tables, chairs etc. Never been in one of these modern storage units, no idea on cost etc, but have to say it is a really great idea and the facilities were faultless. Late lunch at 4.00pm then back to her place. At 5.30 it was still hot as anything but we decided to go ride the bikes. I had anticipated a gentle saunter through some fields, maybe a mile or two, but it seems Katy is made of sterner stuff. While riding was slow, I was able to explain to her the workings of gearchange, which till now was not part of her rides. I had previously also raised her new gel saddle by about 100mm so that she could ride more efficiently and comfortably  In the end we did do 5km away from her home and then back, I did a bit of a hilly detour the last kilometre so that I could work a bit harder. Happy to say, my legs were rubbery after the last kilometre. So for those still watching to see me in Lycra for this Charity Bicycle Ride.......... It has happened, I bought some cycling shorts, for under my cargo pants, and it sucks, may be more comfy, but when you walk, it feels like you pooped yourself.   And the donations/support/sponsorships continue to come in. Australia, England etc.... THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR EVERY DOLLAR, POUND, RAND ETC....  I hope you all have a good week, it seems it will be hot in the UK. |
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Jun 19, 2017 19:57:11 GMT
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Thought I would add in today's ride, a bit further, a bit faster after work. Kind of keeping those who paid for ringside seats to my self induced torture up to date regarding their investment. A few more contributions overnight, some anonymous and others from around the world again, America, Western Australia, Maidstone, Kent etc.  Thank all of you guys and ladies again, as mentioned before, the price of a beer or McDonalds kids meal is as welcome as any other contribution that suits your pocket or bank account. To the people who run these charities every penny truely does count. Tonight's details.  The route  And for the guys from other parts of the world, just to put in perspective where I live, it really is in the middle of nowhere, but works for me.  And yes, the shirt was washed last night. I am hoping that the yellow mustard colour and also my red shirts will be more visible for those not paying attention on the road.  |
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Jun 21, 2017 19:13:35 GMT
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I live out in the middle of nowhere, it suits me, and more importantly, it suits the animals, both domestic as well as wild. Who else has a woodpecker visit, or a family of four black crows come to scavenge the leftover catfood I put out on the deck every day? This morning I was alerted by a massive racket outside, previously only one crow would collect the left over food...... Today, two parents feeding two fledged children, shouting to be fed out on the lawn. Privileged for sure.  Overnight a couple of donations came in from Australia and Ontario, Canada.... thanks a mil guys, this is wonderful  Well, I had not planned on doing any updates but it seems the world continues to turn. So I need to keep up. Been in London today..... it was HOT !! Came home tonight via this tunnel under the railway line, I love British architecture, and these are lovely. When I walk through here I feel I am home, despite a 15 minute drive home.  Walked in home and found a padded envelope in the post. Included were a pair of retaining clips for Prozac the van..... I had been looking for them and was not able to find them anywhere to buy. Pete "Strikey" did find them for me.... !!!! Thank tpyou so much mate, it was quite irritating having the panel under the dash hang down. Fixed:  Included was also £5.00 to add to the "Together for short lives" charity for my bike ride, I just needed to do the logistics, so I created my own account and did it. Thank you Pete.  Also got a PM from Ernie "PedalcarJoe" to say he wanted to send me £20.00 via PayPal so that I could deposit it on his behalf. Another big thank you for the support.  When I started to do this write up I saw another donation that had come in........... from a Unicorn. Anonymous, but I think I know who it is.  Got to be time for a Bud Light now, beer works well in these temperatures. Later guys, gals. |
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Jun 21, 2017 19:46:35 GMT
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cash in the post....how old school am I?? (don't really do much digitally!) keep up the good work mate.
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'80 s1 924 turbo..hibernating
'80 golf gli cabriolet...doing impression of a skip
'97 pug 106 commuter...continuing cheapness making me smile!
firm believer in the k.i.s.s and f.i.s.h principles.
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Jun 21, 2017 21:00:01 GMT
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cash in the post....how old school am I?? (don't really do much digitally!) keep up the good work mate. I do not think anyone cares how, just that it happens mate. Rattle tins, stop orders, cheques, cash, it's all the same. Just a big thank you. |
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Jun 21, 2017 21:05:24 GMT
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Using justgiving is easy peasy!!! ... Sorry, I´ll rather call it cupidstupid. Tried again last weekend. Was ready to give my email adress, although I don´t want a receipt, and create another pass word, I would never use again. But still I could not justgive, I would have to give name and adress, too. So why is justgiving only possible with justcollectingeverypieceofdatawecangetourhandson?
Does Bayer (I hate those mega enterprises) want to benefit from selling data?
Then I wonder where the donated money will really end up?Sorry, Rian, I rather will ship some cash, too. If only I had some pounds left from our last holiday... So, my offer is still good to justpaypal some money to you! Anyway... I live out in the middle of nowhere, it suits me, and more importantly, it suits the animals, both domestic as well as wild. ... Well, we have some woodpeckers here too ocasionally, also squirrels and the latest wild guest in the garden behind our house: a hedgehog. We have crows, too, but more magpies, who keep the number of doves small, but regularly loot (?) some blackbird nests. Of course we have our share of the widely spreading ring-necked parakeet... I regularly wake up from some early visits of great (not big  ) tits, putting an immediate smile on my face. I only miss sparrows here, they really became rare. Not too bad for a little town at the edge of big cologne, ey?  Really do not know what to say mate. If it concerns you, why not email the charity or even Bayer ? It is your right to challenge. If you do want to donate via me, let me know and we can do it via PayPal But be sure you are happy with the facts you have questioned above. Regarding nature, I love it here and do whatever I can to encourage it. |
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This thread is such a joy to read. Thanks for making it. I'm in Chatham and was raised in Rochester/Cliffe Woods/Allhallows area - didn't realise you were so local? Bike rides around here are lovely. If you see a big gold Volvo saloon or a ratty looking Hillman give us a toot.  |
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Jun 22, 2017 18:57:36 GMT
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This thread is such a joy to read. Thanks for making it. I'm in Chatham and was raised in Rochester/Cliffe Woods/Allhallows area - didn't realise you were so local? Bike rides around here are lovely. If you see a big gold Volvo saloon or a ratty looking Hillman give us a toot. I am out in St Mary Hoo Kettle always on. Pleasure is always in sharing on these threads. |
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Jun 22, 2017 23:54:31 GMT
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How much is it going to cost us to see you in Lycra? 😂😂😂 Exactly - nailed it I'm more than happy to sponsor a lycra wearing Grizz provided photographic evidence is provided Hell offered a sponsorship regarding a hillman imp in a race against a train but offered an incentive that if public transport was beaten I'd double the contribution and was more than happy to cough up I curse word hate public transport |
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How much is it going to cost us to see you in Lycra? 😂😂😂 Exactly - nailed it I'm more than happy to sponsor a lycra wearing Grizz provided photographic evidence is provided Hell offered a sponsorship regarding a hillman imp in a race against a train but offered an incentive that if public transport was beaten I'd double the contribution and was more than happy to cough up I curse word hate public transport Well, I succumbed on Sunday on the advice of Katy, I did buy some "cycling shorts" with a big fat turd built into it...... But they fit in just fine under my Bermuda 🇧🇲 shorts. I cannot for the life of me understand why guys have to run around in ill fitting tight Lycra and show off publicly whether they pack to the left or the right Feels weird and not sure it really helps. |
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More contributions coming in since yesterday. I am really thankful and optimistic that we will make a difference. Unfortunately, here and there I do not recognise names as real and forum names differ, but you know who you are, as well as the anonymous contributors.  It was a bit windy yesterday afternoon, which is actually harder work head on, but nice to cool one down a bit. I also pushed up to 13km and was very pleased with my time. Under 3min/km I have no idea what the gym bodies do that sort of distance in, probably under 2min/km  Also found the tracking app I use has more functions, including elevation over the route. Not that it makes much sense.  And another donation later in the evening from Germany.  Looks like I will have to make you guys proud (without any Lycra visible though) Almost the weekend, hope to do a more time in the saddle. Work now. Later guys. |
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Jun 23, 2017 10:40:56 GMT
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I curse word hate public transport Ironically, so do I in general, although I've done a few interesting long haul train journeys in my time. I rationalise by figuring that the more metros I help design and operate, the less vehicles on the road, the more room for mine! Still struggling here Rian. I could just stick at 1,000 peso note in an envelope but it would cost 2,000 to send it. Not giving up yet though! |
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I curse word hate public transport Ironically, so do I in general, although I've done a few interesting long haul train journeys in my time. I rationalise by figuring that the more metros I help design and operate, the less vehicles on the road, the more room for mine! Still struggling here Rian. I could just stick at 1,000 peso note in an envelope but it would cost 2,000 to send it. Not giving up yet though! Morning George, Not a problem at all. If your systems do not allow you, then disregard and see it as moral support. Cheers grizz, although I did not write that comment, must´ve been somebody else?! I wrote the comment, as I would have thought you would on a good day. And public acknowledgement it the best way I can say thank you, and possibly encourage anyone else who wants to help this cause. Started biking today after years of doing nearly nothing. Had bought a pedelec last week. Don´t know the actual distance since I did not use public roads all the time, but I guess, 10+ kms are enough for a start. But the only persons to benefit from that will be me and my gf, because when I lose some weight, we can probably sleep in one room again and I hopefully will not need any actions concerning apnoe in the night. I use an App called "Map my Walk" on my phone as it gives a lot of detail, and gives you a running update every kilometre. That makes tracking of the route easy. Glad you started cycling, the big thing of course is keeping going when you start. Well done !! |
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Jun 25, 2017 11:08:48 GMT
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Morning George, Not a problem at all. If your systems do not allow you, then disregard and see it as moral support. Theoretically Rian, there should be a donation from the Philippines, winging it’s way via a half rebuilt farmhouse in the middle of the Dordogne somewhere. Probably. Trust me, you don't want the support of my morals! Oh, and thanks to those board members who offered to help out as well. Very kind! I just feel less guilty being unable to transfer money to my son, than someone I've never met!  |
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Jun 25, 2017 18:02:43 GMT
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Morning George, Not a problem at all. If your systems do not allow you, then disregard and see it as moral support. Theoretically Rian, there should be a donation from the Philippines, winging it’s way via a half rebuilt farmhouse in the middle of the Dordogne somewhere. Probably. Trust me, you don't want the support of my morals! Oh, and thanks to those board members who offered to help out as well. Very kind! I just feel less guilty being unable to transfer money to my son, than someone I've never met! Thank you very much George. |
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Jun 25, 2017 19:04:48 GMT
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Weekend gone....! Friday night Miss Katy came over to visit. For a change I thought we could go out for dinner, not something I do very often as it's both costly and boring if you make a habit of it. Katy chose Italian as she was in the mood for a lasagne. We got to Simply Italian in Rochester at about 20.40 and were turned away.... for 20 minutes till a table became available, so we took a walk up to Rochester Castle. Sunset is a good time of day.  And Rochester Cathedral  Of course I had pizza and a couple of beers.  On Saturday morning early Katy and I had a few jobs to do and when I got back there was a letter from Florida from Mr Zog with a couple of very special stickers, suffice it to say that they are special and have a special place in my heart going back to cheildhood, as well as about 2kg of freshly picked cherries from Mickey next doors tree balanced in a bowl on the hedge between our homes. Life is good.  In the evening we had a BBQ booked from 5.00pm over in Maidstone at friends Kevin and Theresa's place along with Dave and Helen from Essex. All of this friendship based in a shared love of motorcycles. Dinner and beer was awesome and we eventually got home and to bed after midnight. At 3.00am I heard Katy coming in, she had been downstairs reading as insomnia had hit her. By 06.00 Harley had me out of bed and ready to go to a bootfair...... Katy does not do more than one or two a year, under protest. I found some little ornaments, though damaged, I loved them and for £1.00 for all three....... happy to pay.  Only did one bootfair in the end as I had to go collect 8 plastic pallets for craigrk Got unopened 5 liter can of Black Hammerite for mate Martin £10.00 Three silver serving spoons for Katy 20p each Rubberised Gloves 50p/paur Bananas £1.00 New unused bicycle pump £2.00 Unused can of gloss white spraypaint 50p Coffee mug for Katy 50p Small "damaged" pewter ornaments £1.00 for the three. Hammerite though for Martin makes it worthwhile.  Got home by 08.30 and got some bacon in the grill to make Miss Katy a bacon sandwich, she loves them and had done all my ironing yesterday and was going to help me dust and clean the house some time too. After brekkie, I took Prozac and went off to collect 8 large plastic pallets for craigrk over in Strood, I will deliver them next weekend to where he lives. Once again....... Prozac impressed me with its ability to swallow a large load.  Once I got back and parked the little van that can down by the garage, we went back to Rochester, charity shops and Costa coffee and cake thanks to Katy. Then to a Retro Festival. Nothing bought, but lovely stuff to look at. Back home by 2.30pm.... Weekend not yet over. |
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Jun 25, 2017 20:10:22 GMT
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So after coming back from town we decided to take the bikes out for a quick ride as well. Before we get there, some ideas for those of you who like to make stuff.....  It was the first time Katy went on a ride along my training route. This charity ride is in less than two weeks and there are many days I will not be on the bike as I am out early and back late. So we decided to do 10km together, a bit slow and leisurely but of course going at the best pace she could maintain. It was also quite windy today, so I could not blame her for stopping and pushing a few times (frustrated me though)  Getting there....... this pic somehow made me laugh later when a friend in South Africa sent me a photo as she was in a nature park.  Similarity? Death wish?  After 10km just when we got back home, I left Katy and headed out at a more forceful pace and did another 7km. Ultimately this was my timing, distance and pace.  After the torture I put her through, I was quite surprised that Miss Katy also popped up on the donation board.  Thanks a mil Katy. And so another good weekend has come to an end. Have a good week all. |
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Jun 25, 2017 20:27:56 GMT
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that's a brave post!!!!!
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'80 s1 924 turbo..hibernating
'80 golf gli cabriolet...doing impression of a skip
'97 pug 106 commuter...continuing cheapness making me smile!
firm believer in the k.i.s.s and f.i.s.h principles.
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Jun 25, 2017 20:35:07 GMT
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Brave or Stoopid....?  |
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Brave or Stoopid....? I'd give it 11/10 on both fronts! |
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) tits, putting an immediate smile on my face. I only miss sparrows here, they really became rare.
