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Chandler

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  1. Thanks for all the responses. I guess the poll is as expected really, but I was surprised by some quite helpfull posts. For those of you saying, if ur asking give up its simple etc...it isn't that simple. I have a lot more than just trials going on in my life, unlike some! Hence the thread.

    The posts from the oldies here are of more relavance and I hadnt thought of having a break then coming back to it in my thirties, but I think thats what I might do. I've really enjoyed getting into trials but its time to move on. On that bombshell, Im off so thanks for coming ^_^

  2. Okay I just sold my Onza after doing trials for just over a year. Ive learnt the basics ie. small gaps and pedal ups etc

    Im just not sure whether to continue trials or to give up. The cons seem to outweigh the pros, so looks like thats all folks :(

    Pros...

    +Its fun and Ive got something to do if Im bored

    +Satisfaction and rush

    +Can keep in touch with trials mates

    +Keeps me fit and gets me out

    +Its impressive

    Cons...

    -Im rapidly approaching thirty so Im too old for messing around on bikes now

    -Its gonna cost loads to get a decent bike (or to keep repairing one that isnt extortionate)

    -Havent got the time to practice as Im working, then wana go see my gf on the weekend

    -The bike takes up space in my flat and has no practical use as a normal bike

    -Dont have to put up with skanky trials mates or TF :shifty:

    -Its not really impressive, anyone can do it, and its not the specialist thing it used to be

    -The British weather

    -Injury

  3. To cut a long story short....

    Buying a new car within 3 weeks. Options so far:

    Just get what'll make you happy :huh:

    and make sure you'll like it for the next X number of years you plan to stick with it

    Screw whatever everyone else thinks!

  4. i have a 300tdi disco and have to say land rovers really are best thing out i use mine everyday and off road and it takes about 1 min to get bike in :) what more could you want

    ac ew em pas abs ;)

  5. Please leave a comment or a smiley face or something if you have ever ripped your trousers in your chain.

    I do it so much, really annoys me (N)

    Arrrgghhhhhh yesss! All the time... on the chain, pedals, chain ring, bash

    I seem to go through a pair of trousers every few rides

    How do people not mess up their trousers?!

    Is there some secret Im missing?

  6. hello everyone

    me and a friend are having a long winded argument about the inspired fourplay

    so i thought id ask on here to share youre views and hopefully sort this one out once and for all ;)

    i say street (Y)

    he says trials (N)

    Hello Toby

    I'm guessing this friend is Disaster Revolver Boy Jeff Bruce Lee

    I think its both, but predominantly a street bike, so I voted street.

    It depends how he rides it really. Tobiarse mostly rides it as a trials bike, although he wants to do street moves

    But hey, we can ask TrialTech Dave next time he's out for a ride with us!

  7. How come we have had the same problems with our Onzas hmmm maybe the answers in the question

    Id be surprised if it lasts if you bodge it back :blink:

    sounds like you need a new hub like me (or axle - Im unsure about this)

    good news is you have a freehweel so you can get a fixed hub from tarty which arent too steep

    get the bike fixed in the shed then see you in a few weeks (Y)

  8. Looking good Tobias...

    I like the green - one of those colours most people say wow but would never do themselves!

    does it feel a lot lighter than the Ciguena?

    edit

    Shame you're still on big kiddie-wheels though

    :P

  9. long time for me ! lol

    i have my gu finally built !

    so anyone wanting to ride notts let me know , ill be out everyday i reckon :giggle:

    wahoo :dance: get some pictures up!

    Im not riding for a while, but from April Ill be up for it (Y)

    edit: Just seen the pics

    Id like to have a go on that bad boy

    Im still yet to find a single mod I like to ride :unsure:

  10. Hey just wondering if anyone has seen Google Maps Street View this would be great for spotting bits for trials

    Also, has anyone got any collections? In this or Windows Live Local?

    (A collection is a list of pinpointed places on Google Maps or Live Local for those who dont know)

    Perhaps you could post them up here if so?

    I might make a trials rides one for Nottingham...

    This Street View thing is amazing!

  11. Yes if carrots had a heart beat I severely doubt Id kill them!

    they probably WOULD scream if u pulled them out the ground too haha

    why do humans have canines..

    why do men have nipples.. lol

  12. Aren't vegetables "living things" until you rip them brutally from the ground?

    *~*~*~*~*HYPOCRISY FALSE ALERT*~*~*~*~*

    Dont really see killing vegetables as murder, surprisingly enough!

    The difference defines vegetables from animals before u ask

    so you asked anyway...

    animals feel pain, plants dont :blink:

  13. How else are they going to kill them?

    "Killing humanely" is a contradiction in terms because killing is an unhumane act in itself

    in other words, it shouldnt be done at all

    edit:

    cba to keep posting si-man... not exactly going mental, but which meat eater is gonna defend vegetarianism? think about it

    also, why would that be veganism..

    (vegans dont eat animal products, which has nothing to do with ending an animals life)

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