And today I did......

[JRGSXR]

Today, after taking a battering on the Zaskar at Kinnoull hill last Saturday. I’ve dipped my toe into the world of full sus . It’s not new, it’s not pretty, but it’s modern(ish) with disk brakes and 5-6 inches travel at both ends. Needs a clean up and a good check over, then I’ll get out for a test ride up Blairadam woods. Pic will follow once I get it cleaned up.

 

[widowmaker]

The Roberts White Spider hasn't been used very much, so decided to strip it down and put it into safe storage until it's future can be decided

 

[widowmaker]

The Roberts White Spider hasn't been used very much, so decided to strip it down and put it into safe storage until it's future can be decided
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Don't be too sad, it was in danger of getting damaged and I'm having surgery soon, so going to mothball it for a few months. Then probably get a fresh paint job. Then when I'm healed I can enjoy it properly

 

[widowmaker]

Picked up my first new bike for years

 

[JRGSXR]

As promised, a pic of my new (to me) full sus. Next time we go up Kinnoull hill I’ll be equipped for the job.

 

[keithyr]

Looks nice mate, hopefully you got the young lad ane as well!

 

[Siish]

I started to build up my Raleigh, and gave my trek a service

 

[old_coyote_pedaller]

As Keith said, nice bike but you do know that here endeth your retro bike riding as you'll enjoy your new modern bike too much......
Ask me how I know.

Never mind though the above post shows others are still on or just starting out on the retro trail with not one but 2 bikes. Braw.

 

[JRGSXR]

Cheers Keith, Jock, it will do a turn. Jack will need to save up if he wants another bike, and find somewhere to store it! Also not sure how I’ll get on with this bike yet, think I still prefer the retro rides. Only had a short ride about the doors on the new bike, it’s no match for the Explosif on the trails around here. I guess each has its place.

 

[velofrog]

Today we leave the Island for the last time, upping sticks and moving house to sunny Dornoch, back to civilisation and close family…. me after 5 years here and the Mrs after 29!

Been a mental hectic few weeks organising everything but will be worth it once we’re settled. It’s a beautiful part of the world and loads of biking too with the trails at Golspie close by…. can’t wait!