Paul - bedfordtrials

Right, as i've got back into riding I've found my bar and stem setup seems to feel rather poor (far too 'hunched' when on the back wheel) and generally just not comfortable. Obviously I've got taller, etc since I last rode the bike (nearly 2 years ago now!). Anywho, I'm looking for a new bar and stem. I ride an ancient 26" Planet X Zebdi (!) and ride in a streety style manner. I'm around 5' 10" in height (if that helps?) And as I havent been into trials for ages, i dont know what's currently on the market. So if you lot could reccommend what bars (i'd prefer risers) and specify what rise would suit me best. And also what stem (length, degree of rise, etc.) Obviously I dont want to spend a vast amount of money on them as i only ride once every few weeks, so there's no point in spending loads of money on stuff which I won't use very often. I think thats about it, anything else you need to know, just ask. Recommend away folks, Cheers, Paul.

How did she take it? If a so called 'mate' did that to my car, I probably would disown them. You are extremely lucky you didnt hit any other motorists/people. Anyway, for driving like some irresponsible joyrider --> Goodbye licence. Paul. :)

I've got a Hewlett Packard (sp?) Digital camera for sale. The model is called a HP Photosmart 435 Click here for specification. Its a good budget camera, and takes reasonable quality photo's. It also comes with a free Scandisk 128MB SD card and i'll throw in an Olympus carry case with it too. Yours for £50 ono. Please PM me if you have any questions or want anymore pictures. Price doesnt include postage! Thanks, Paul. Opps, could Admin please move this to the 'for sale' section? :)

Q1- How often do you play any of the Lottery games ? Very Infrequently* [x] Q2- Which of the following games have you played ? (State as many as applicable) Lotto [x] Euromillions [x] Thunderball [x] Daily Play [ ] Scratchcards [x] Hotpicks [ ] Q3- What is your opinion on the variety of games available ? Not Enough [ ] Just Right [ ] Too Much* [ ] Too Much** [x] * Too much, but understand all the games ** Too much, but do NOT understand all the games Q4- Which of these channels have you used to purchase a ticket before ? (State as many as applicable) From Shop [x] Internet [ ] Text Msg [ ] Sky TV [ ] Q5- Were you fully aware about the new interactive ways of purchasing a ticket ? No [x] Some Idea [ ] Yes [ ] Q6- Would you consider buying a ticket via text/sky tv/ web in the future ? Already Do [ ] Definitly Not [ ] Unsure [x] Yes [ ] Q7- How do you perceive the popularity of the National Lottery ? Poor [ ] Declining [ ] Constant* [x] Improving [ ] * Since it was launched Q8- How often do you notice advertising (TV, print, Web etc) and promotions by the National Lottery ? Never [ ] Occasionally [x] Often [ ] Very Often [ ] Q9- In your opinion, How much does the Lottery do for good causes ? Not Enough [ ] Does Some Good [x] A Lot of Good [ ] Don't Know [ ] Q10- Do you think the National Lottery changes Britain for the better ? No [x] Unsure [ ] Yes [ ]

How weird, I've been out of the whole trials 'thing' for 2(ish) years, purely as I didnt have time and lost interest... I've just kinda got back into it, riding maybe once every couple of weeks, mainly for the excersize and seeing if I could still do stuff I used to be able to do, I still dont really have a sudden urge to go out on the bike and stuff but I guess the novelty wears off after a few years... But Ben, dont sell your bike, I'm really glad I haven't (although I did think about it many times). Just incase one day you get that sudden urge to ride, and if that happens and you've got no bike then you'll be gutted that you sold it. (If that makes any sense) Paul.

Hello, Before you slate me, yes I have used the search function, but no result. Anywho, I downloaded the trailer clip in the summer but as I come on here very rarely I never heard anything about it being released?? So did it actually come out, if so where can I get a copy (i've looked on the selectbikes website and can't see it on there) If anyone can help me out then thanks, Sorry for the newbie type question. Cheers, Paul. PS; Oh yeash, i'm back <_<

Haha, cool vid Adam, Maybe you should come to bedford and get me out riding again, need rid of this beer belly. Seriously give me a shout dude the next time your out locally, and if i can i'll try and come out, would be good to get out on the bike again..

Argh!!! I've just been on holiday in Woolacombe (which isnt far away) and rode I Barnstaple once, didnt know there was any trials riders there and i never saw any while I was there!!! >_< Nevermind, i'll just d/l the vid... Paul.

Hey Phil, long time no speak... Pretty damned good video, you've even made me contemplating about getting back out on the ol' Zebdi.... Phil/Will/Joel, Please PM me your numbers so I can give you a bell soon... Also what is the track to the video called??? Ta, Paul...

I've just read through all 8 pages of this topic ans still cant see the tunes to this video, i'm after the first track in the video. If anyone could investigate for me that would be cool, Charrs, Paul.

Hello Phil, Seen the video, looks 'mazin, havent seen you for a long time now, but i'm getting back into riding again so will have to catch up with you soon. Niceus vidius, Paul.

I'd like the tune off; Glasseye - nickvscurb2 Cheers,

Meh, the real learning comes when you've passed as i'm sure all drivers can vouch for. PS: Thoese of you who remember me - i'm back.

DJ - Gone but Never Forgotten R.I.P from the Bedfordtrials guys. Goodbye matey, Paul.

My mates Leeson I've put up on his behalf; =Paul=

Same old bike, same old bits, =Paul=

The 'Beast of the East' and how she stands at the moment. =PauL=

Right i was getting so annoyed with the countless posts about these so i thought i'd make an FAQ post about it. If there's any more info or questions about braided hosing, then please dont hesitate to post a question and hopefully someone will be able to help. Also if anyone else has anymore info then please put it in here. Places that sell braided hosing kits: Chain reaction for only £34.99 Supercycles from £12.00 for front set. Broadribbs for only £34.99 ( i think) + p&p. 01926 421428 (Lemington Spa) or 01869 253170 (Bicester) Venhill These guys are the main importers/distributors of magura in the UK. So they know the deal with braided hosing, you can purchase them via their distributors and there is a list of them on the site. A very useful site. Advantages: * Make's your bike look a bit more 'special' * Some people say it makes the performance of your brake a bit better but it doesnt really make a massive difference. Disadvantages: * Add's a little bit more weight * Can scratch paint on the frame badly if it rubs * Cant really be cut that easily So thats about it, i hope to see a decrease in the amount of useless posts in the forum now! Also thanks to Adam (thetart20) for his help on this. Like i said before post any questions in here and hopefully someone will be able to help. And more information on these products is allways welcome too. Thankyou please.. =Paul=