Spider Lad

The reason people talk about warming down is to do with oiling and prolonging the life of the bearing in the turbo. It will still be spinning pretty quickly and could spin itself dry when you stop and shut off the engine, idling for a minute or two lets it wind down a bit while the oil is still pumping.

Yeah, does look odd. And a bit pathetic really. He just plain bottles it on the first one.

He did turn; that's probably full lock on one of those things. He's just crap at doing donuts is all.

Yeah, Bertone. I normally wouldn't bother correcting anyone over the name. It's been stroked to 1600 and has a turbo and megasquirt. It's a proper go kart now Well done Ad, also. Didn't know you were so heavily into the racing (hardly use TF these days). All hail King Of The Salon!

Steady on, grumpy. Didn't think it was that difficult, hence only a pat was on offer. I'll be keeping the pat regardless since you're actually wrong, it's not a Fiat. Smart arse.

Did somebody say "pop-up headlights"? First to guess what this is wins a pat on the back.

What the hell was that @ 3:00? I actually felt the hair on my neck stand up I was so embarrassed for him.

Just spotted this now. I'm heading down that way to hopefully catch some people. Give me a shout if any of you see this. 07766813431. Dan.

Thanks for the replies, chaps. I'll PM my number about everyone and if you could all do the same that would be great. Will make it real easy to just send out a mass text for getting a few riders together for a hop about at short notice or whatever. Alas, Victoria Park 'rocks' and paddling pool look like they're for the chop. Fence was erected around that part this week and the 'dozers are lingering nearby.

What time do you normally start? I'll be coming by train so just need to make sure I can get there in good time. Thanks.

I've just dusted off my bike after nearly 2 years off it and am looking to get out with some other riders. I used to be of a decent ability and figured having some riding buds would inspire me to get back into it a bit more. I live in Bow, E3 near Victoria Park. Anyone near there or within a reasonable distance give me a shout. Thanks. Dan

I live in East London, North Woolwich near UEL. I'm dusting my steed down and getting back out on it after a year off. Any local riders fancy showing me some decent spots some time?

Pretty good description on wikipedia Bike Trials

If you're man enough, try running bare foot. Or try toe running instead of heel striking. Both ways, though not conventional, reportedly give you less injuries.