chris4stars

Well, the reports we recieved at work (im in scotland if that makes any difference) were from the government...so youd perhaps need to ask them for official proof. Im not sure how the figure was calculated, but i im sure some statistician worked out the direct costs from serious incidents based on longer term costs...and fatalities obviously on a shorter term. The amount spent on RTC's (not an accident now because the idea is that there is always someone to blame) is phenominal. the equpiment, services etc etc. perhaps this figure is incorperated within this figure of around a million for such incidents? im not sure exactly...but reguardless of how it has been calculated, its the figure the government have given us along with all the other stats to use in out talks to schools, youth clubs etc etc edit* of course the driving safely and still crashing is a definate possibility. the risks however go up exponentially when driving dangerously comes into the equation.

well i only ride a motorbike for one, but i ride safely EVERY time i go out on it now. that doesnt mean slow...as im sure alot of advanced drivers here know and yes, every crash (that goes wrong - as i said, be it fatal or serious injury) does cost upwards of a million

because its f**king idiots like yourself who seem to think that its ok who end up causing the crashes...which in turn has the obvious effect to everyone directly involved. if you cant equate the traumatic side of things - it not only costs us all in increased insurance, but each crash that goes wrong costs upwards of a million of the tax payers money. idiot

is this some sort of a joke?! you are promoting the idea of not using something that has literally had billions invested into testing, development and research?! even if you were to ignore the statistics what straight away tell you how wrong you are, its a joke of a comment to come out with. as for the bit highlighted in bold....i dont think 'idiot' even comes close

+1 the stats for younger drivers are really quite scary, even more so when you have 1 or more passengers. i mentioned something similar whilst chatting about helmets....its all very well getting the buzz etc from the speed, but if something does go wrong...just think about the consequences and how it could effect you and those close to you. seeing these things first hand, its just not nice....easily enough to change anyones habit.

get a stock or 24" for one!!! seriously though, its the same as any sport/hobby/(relationship) anything in life...you just need to spice things up, and try to remember what it was you enjoyed initially also, have a look at what it was that starting taking the spark out of riding in the first place...did you carry a tape measure with you?! did you get annoyed you couldnt do certain lines etc? a new outlook on things, some new goals or aspirations...some riding in another disipline and a bit of self discovery . sorted.

check the most recent topic about this out, it may help (was on the second page of new members) http://www.trials-forum.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=149064

Commit?! but erm...what if it goes wrong?! The brake could slip, I could bash my frame or break something, I could hurt myself if something goes wrong?! ahhh this is going to hurt..... (the potential narrative of a persons thoughts before doing any move in trials) Joking aside, its perhaps the best advice mentioned yet - Committing to any move you do 100% will make all the difference, push out any thoughts of things going wrong, try to relax and focus on what you are trying to achieve. Its when you only make half an effort, and let negative thoughts enter your mind that the chances of something going wrong escalate rapidly! Whatever the move, picture yourself doing it...how it would feel, where your body would be, where the bike would be etc. It can help to do the line on foot, jumping the gap, up the wall etc etc. Picture all of it going right and youre half way there

You'll be liable, the club would be liable and the person at the door (if any) would be liable. I can imagine it would be a fine up to £1000 for the drinking offence...there or there abouts

what car?! ive always quite liked the idea of and old school mini with one of those in...i just wouldnt know where to start

agreed, welcome to the forum chris

frame choice?! erm....i couldnt help you there im afraid. not only am i pretty inexperienced with "proper" trials frames, but so much is personal preferance too. soon enough on here you'll no doubt see lots of comments relating to frame geometrys, angles/bb rise/length etc (im not all that clued up). its a big factor in frame choice for alot of people who have been riding a while, with colour/style etc being somewhat an after thought! im sure theres quite a few riders around your area (check out the scottish muckers on youtube)...hopefully there will be a relatively recent topic in the rides/locations sections. get in touch with a few of the guys and ask for a go?! im sure they'll be more than happy to help. for the sort of money you are spending you can pretty much have whatever you like frame wise, all be it some choices may need to be 2nd hand! but even then, a quick browse of the for sale section will show you the bargins you can get there, even for frames in great condition

I used rockman blues on CNC backings with the braided magura hose on a fairly light grind. As of yesterday changed to a water bleed which helped even more, but even before it was a really nice setup. Im pretty sure a friend is now going to change to something very similar as a result. Check out the pad review section on the main part of this forum, see if anyone uses a similar set up to what you are looking for. TNN and try-all Crocos are also pretty popular from what ive seen. I know you are trying to keep costs down, but the extra on at least the pads and a set up you feel happy with is a must!! more so for less experienced riders where we rely more on our brakes

Id also recommend a change of lever blades...and a consideration for your brake pads depending what you'll be wanting I personally use the Echo SL blade for the rear and the difference to me is pretty big. Its not so much the added leverage for increased power, more the comfort and grip compared to the hs33 standard 2 finger lever. Its pricey, but for me the extra money spent was more than made up for in how much nicer the bike felt, and how comfortable/confident I was on any rear wheel moves

excuse me? you feel the ability to make such a sweeping statement after only 85 words....? though lee's welcome wasnt exactly the friendliest, it was hardly enough to warrent your initial response of calling him a retard and questioning how 'good' he is? you cant maintain any sort of moral high ground if you stoop to that level after barely being provoked amusingly, my opinion of how you seem to come across is further backed up by such a generalisation along with your attempt at (what sounded like) a preach of sorts?! dont you love the irony that such an attitude removes you from the'good person' list too

as with anything new (if it happened) there would be a load of complaining etc etc....at the end of the day though, you get on with it and accept that there could actually be some benefits behind such a system. as anzo said, "you'd only pay for the waste you personally generate - is it fair that you pay the same amount than someone who doesn't recycle and creates twice the amount of waste?" to get mass participation in anything you need incentive or punishment. its a shame that things often need to come to this, but if the government isnt going to monitor something like this, who will? a scheme like this wouldnt come out if it was being sufficiently monitored at the moment. with the price of a small chip vs the price of a bin, its easily conceivable and id like to think in time, the system will balance out to be as fair to everyone as possible* * no offence, but fatter people get extra allowance?! (as well as those with high metabolism/high amounts of exercise...) IF a scheme like this were to come out, there would be a huge amount of pressure put on the food companies with reguards to their packaging. not only by the government, but the consumer aswell. that surely can only be a good thing in the long run?

not exactly of course?! at the moment, im seeing a tool guy who accidently placed a topic in the wrong area, talk about two motorbikes and then get arsey already...its not inconceivable you have confused this 'board' for something it isnt why not tell us a little about your trials bike? experience? a pic/vid? preference in riding? we know what trials bikes are (despite being retards), so keep your knickers on and try to figure out why you joined the forum in the first place

hi tim, ive literally made the switch yesterday from magura blood to a water bleed and the change for me was pretty big! (in a very nice way) the benefits of the lighter/snappier feel speak for themselves, especially for newer riders like myself where small adjustments are made at any drop off, or ontop of any wall (as well as the easier use for tired/untrained braking fingers). you can can also be sure to get a pretty much perfectly bleed brake with water being pretty disposable! i used the regular bleed kit, with the two tubes and a syringe and flushed out all my oil first. for my system, after going through all the steps and screwing back in the nut on the lever - i kept the syringe attatched to the slave and gave the lever a number of repeated sharp flicks. the turbulance inside the hose will be sure to clean away any residue of oil (i noticed a slight change of colour in water), and dislodge any little bubbles. you should see nothing but clean water come in/out of the slaves into the syringe. never going back to oil, reguardless of the potential downfalls of a water bleed...id rather shell out a little on a new brake from time to time and have the confidence and full control on the rear, could make all the difference!

18:14 and i use it to cycle to/from work (3miles) 3 or 4 times a week. it isnt great and adds 1omins+ to a normal cycle journey but its do-able. im pretty sure that is a standard ratio too, its great for street and i can imagine its ideal for the skate park.

im not sure where you stay, but make try (on here or otherwise) to get in contact with your local riders and ask if you can meet up and see for yourself! its a pretty friendly community in general, and im sure whoever they'll be, they'll be happy to help and give you a shot on either. so much is personal preference...you see short guys on stocks, and tall guys on mods (and girls). now with 24" tgs frames about to hit the market this year, with a few decent frames already out...they are a viable option too, i ride an inspired set up for static and rolling moves and everyone whos tried it has loved the feel. check out the for sale section on here, there are some bargins going about...and if you did decide, and go for one only to change your mind in a few months time, you wont have lost out on too much financially. stick with it though, whatever frame you get, and you'll see why some many guys on here are so hooked on it

does the bike come with some sort of deal with monty for replacement parts?

was watching this guy practice just down the road from me.....didnt have a clue who he was!! very impressive video

surely anyone with the nerve to get annoyed at you guys because they wernt selected would be demonstrating a 'poor attitude' and exactly what you wernt looking for?! everyone should chill out a little! team vids will be awesome...cant wait!

id have to agree...from where im standing (way up on my pedastool - you are so small!) you are a young lad who has his knickers in a twist because you cant get validated as for being a member...doesnt really affect me, put me in pre members for life and id still get to ask all the questions and gain some access to the wealth of knowledge on here youve been given repeated advice, and a heads up that some members on the forum just dont suffer fools lightly. get all your toys back in the cot and listen for once.