The Retirement Thread

[SpokeyDokey]

With all @Mo1959 epic walking had me thinking about my walking gear. Coincidentally there was an excellent article on ( Mens, though if there's a ladies version of each boot reviewed, that would be relevant ) walking boots in the Guardian earlier in the week. The reviewer is an experienced walker and he is really good at explaining the why's and wherefore's of his choices.

https://www.theguardian.com/thefilter/2024/oct/10/best-walking-boots-hiking-men-tried-tested

Those +£400 Danner boots, never heard of the make, are mighty pricey!

 

[Dirk]

Crikey, there were a lot of out of condition looking oldies in the surgery. I guess time, illness, poor diet and lack of exercise has caught up with them.

The sad thing is that most of them are probably younger than us.

 

[Drago]

I'm all jabbed up now.

 

[SpokeyDokey]

The sad thing is that most of them are probably younger than us.

Out of maybe 30 people, only 4, including me, looked what I would call noticeably fit and in shape.

I don't make a habit of checking people out, but this once a year event always makes me think of the need to stay as fit and healthy as you can, when older.

Do your best, hope that luck is with you, and wish that something nasty doesn't clobber you, is my motto.

 

[classic33]

Morning all, a bit of housework a few dents and then not a clue, I do not normally like weekend's but I will try and enjoy this one.

Could you not get a cucumber, push it partway through your neighbours letterbox, and shout "The martians have landed"

 

[Drago]

Could you not get a cucumber, push it partway through your neighbours letterbox...

"Letterbox" being a euphemism of some kind?

 

[classic33]

Those +£400 Danner boots, never heard of the make, are mighty pricey!

As worn by one Mr J. Bond.

 

[Exlaser2]

One of those days that makes you think thank goodness I packed it all in, met a pal on our motorbikes at Gilkes Garage Cafe at Kineton https://gilksgaragecafe.com/ also a favourite stop with the hardcore sports cyclists because of the climb out of Kineton. Absolutely freezing this morning, coldest 80 miles I’ve ridden for a long time but the skies were blue and the views amazing, so all worth it.

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Gave my son another driving lesson this afternoon before he starts his official, proper lessons next week, he’s a natural and has picked it up really quickly. Now enjoying a beer with a dark meat pie in the oven.

Mrs exlasers favourite cafe .
Might have something to do with her now working in the village three days a week . 😀

 

[Drago]

As worn by one Mr J. Bond.

The firearms boys and walts like them. The one advantage is they can be resoled, but so can Highlander boots at half the price andmI far prefer rhe latter.

 

[Tenkaykev]

Those +£400 Danner boots, never heard of the make, are mighty pricey!

To be fair, he also praised the budget Decathlon boots. I thought it a refreshingly honest review compared to a lot of the thinly disguised rehashing of the manufacturers advertising blurb that so many " reviews " are.

 

[Drago]

I quite like Merrell boots as a fairly inexpensive option, the downside being I think that Mike Ashley owns the brand.

 

[screenman]

Fully understand that.
I can't stop thinking 'Sue and I would be doing xyz now'.
It does get easier but imo don't force it....... Let it take its time.

I think you have hit the nail on the head there Dave. Just change Sue to Pam.

 

[Gunk]

New car shopping this morning, can’t understand how dealers sell any cars, first one they couldn’t have been less interested, second one absolutely nowhere to park so we gave up!

 

[screenman]

I quite like Merrell boots as a fairly inexpensive option, the downside being I think that Mike Ashley owns the brand.

Owned by Wolverine Worldwide, he does not have many, if any, in Sports Direct, which also leads me to think he has no connection. I am also a fan of Merrel shoes. My genuine Brasher walking boots are only 30 years old, so they are not due for a change yet.

 

[screenman]

Housework is done, dents are fixed, and a happy customer has gone away with a huge smile on his face; now, what to do with the rest of the day? Go and buy a cucumber I suppose.