Tea? (Part 3)

[classic33]

Hello Mr C
I take it the dog walk went smoothly, no local wasters were culled with the scythe

Went without any problems. No one missing today either.

 

[stephec]

All I would say Mo is that it sounds like its shorting somewhere. Maybe 2 wires are touching each other, or maybe a wire has come loose, or maybe you have too much power on that ring main hence it keeps shorting. Sorry im not much help. Hope you manage to get it sorted out soon.

Google's really useful isn't it?

If it's only the one light then it's got to be the switch, light fitting, or wiring on that light.

 

[welsh dragon]

Google's really useful isn't it?

If it's only the one light then it's got to be the switch, light fitting, or wiring on that light.

Sorry to disapoint you, but I didn't google it...........unlike you

 

[classic33]

No more punch ups on the estate last night?

If there were, they weren't drawing any attention to themselves, this time.

 

[Fubar]

Read that a lot in cycling mags Fubar.

Are you feeling any benefits ?

& on a scale of 1 > 10, how disgusting is it ?

Too early to tell, though there were slight improvements at this weeks' Turbo Sessions - that may be down to other things though.

At first it was pretty rank, getting used to it now and I just gulp it down as quickly as possible - I have an issue with beetroot anyway from a child so it was never going to be my favourite. For me it was probably a 7 out of 10, reducing to a 6.

 

[classic33]

I wouldn't worry about it, i still can't post links or photos

Links highlight the address bar, copy and then paste into post.
Photo's, go to upload a file. Choose which photo you want to use, select & then decide if you want the picture in full or as a thumbnail(appears in a small box on the post when done).

 

[Fubar]

I could make a suggestion which you and others may shoot down, but have you considered joining your local club. This will get you used to riding in a group if you aren't used to it.
I guess I am lucky in that the guys I ride with have all either raced in the past or still do to varying degrees now. They are all good riders and have great bike handling skills so it is easy to ride in the company of good riders.
Whilst I say easy, you must remember not to become complacent because a seconds lack of concentration can result in a very nasty accident. You need to remain calm and composed and always be aware of what is going on around you.
You take things for granted like pointing out potholes, or debris etc, the normal signs made to indicate parked cars, pedestrians etc. Even when the" car up" shout goes up (car behind), how to single out, inside man up first, outside man to drop in behind. It does become a 2nd nature thing with practice and can almost appear effortless when you watch it.
Often when I have done sportives a group may form, and you have quick fit guys in it, but it soon becomes apparent they have no group riding skills and are actually a menace and even a danger to others, and also they just rip a group apart rather than working together and sharing the work load to make it easier for everyone else.
Don't forget in a group you are expending much less energy and are getting towed along, but you must be prepared to do your shift when the time comes, before benefiting from the group again.

Something to think about anyway

I'd agree with all of the above, good advice and a great summary of group riding.

 

[stephec]

Sorry to disapoint you, but I didn't google it...........unlike you

Cheeky.
I play with wires most days of the week, and don't say ooeer.

 

[Fubar]

Good advice & thanks @172traindriver


not that i understand inside/outside man but i guess that will happen.

I might consider a Club, but it would have to be a relaxed type club where they don't expect you to be out every Sunday & Thursday or whatever or force club kit on you etc.

I have invested a lot of money into quality clobber & don't fancy a club uniform.

Anyway, thanks again, something to think about as i don't want to upset more experienced types at Sportives etc.

Different clubs have different riding philosophies, though most will have a Saturday/Sunday Cafe Run at and easy(er) pace for noobs - try a few out, speak to the people involved etc. None should force club kit on you, the only issue we get is people turning up in other club's colours!

 

[classic33]

I am thinking of breaking out the Harmonica again, didn't stick with it last time but it's something i always wanted to get half decent at, what with my love of Da Blues.

Moonlighting on the early & late finishes?

 

[welsh dragon]

Cheeky.
I play with wires most days of the week, and don't say ooeer.

You are absolutely right when you say you play......

 

[172traindriver]

More like M + S twinset.

And a matching pearl necklace as well.

 

[classic33]

Well, with all you blokes in here, have any of you got any electrical knowledge?

The room I am in at the moment has always been prone to blowing light bulbs. Last couple of times, went off with a bang and the fuse also went (old fuse box) Rewired the fuse and was ok again and tried not to use this light but put it on the other night. Bang again. Plunged into darkness, but this time repairing the fuse has only given me 3 lights.

Could it be the way the lighting is wired that the first 3 lights in the loop would work, but because this light fitting is probably goosed, the power may not be getting to the remaining lights?

An electrician that is doing work next door is going to pop in, but just wondered if my theory sounds correct?

May not be loop wired, but spur wired.

 

[172traindriver]

Went without any problems. No one missing today either.

Peace, tranquillity and harmony in Halifax

 

[stephec]

You are absolutely right when you say you play......

The only reason it looks as if I'm playing is because I'm so good at my job.

I make it look easy.