redbikejohn wrote: ↑Sun Aug 22, 2021 4:53 am Didn't realise vans have lower limits. Bit odd really. Nobody seems to stick to it.

It’s often 10mph less in a van on country roads and dual carriageways unless you’ve got windows and seats in the back like my T5 Kombi (V5 states ‘Diesel Car’)

PHILinFRANCE wrote: ↑Sun Aug 22, 2021 6:30 am Everyone buy a can of spray paint

It was a mobile speed trap. I was tempted to walk back with the dog and chuck a few tacks under the wheels as I walked past.

bond_yzf wrote: ↑Sun Aug 22, 2021 5:54 am Maybe slow down

Yes dear!

Any recommendations for hardware/apps to help me avoid getting anymore speeding fines? I’ve just received another dreaded letter exactly a year since the last one so about to get another three points (speed awareness course not an option!). I normally run the Waze app when in the van which gives ale...

Our local sunflowers are just on the turn into dried out versions of their sunny selves, so took this shot today before it's too late. https://scontent.fcdg2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.6435-9/237105334_10158195302885857_2717095687176796839_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-5&_nc_sid=8bfeb9&_nc_ohc=YWXA...

It’s horses for courses.

If I didn’t do multi day TET camping trips I probably wouldn’t ride a T7 but as it’s my only bike, it’s served me well for that primary purpose for the last 6k miles including commuting to work etc.

Thanks for all your replies.

I should do a bit of research but tbh I’ve become a bit lazy since the TET app made life so easy for long distance trail riding!

Just back from a 1400 mile week long touring holiday in Ireland (by car) and the question the Mrs and I always ask ourselves when visiting somewhere new is - could we live here? After experiencing the warm welcome of the laid back locals, stunning countryside/coastline/quiet sandy beaches, cosmopoli...

Reminds me of this;

Godspeed wrote: ↑Sat Jul 17, 2021 10:44 am
Brought the Innova and managed my best yet at 168mpg.

168 mpg!!!

I recon it’s the tash that’s reducing drag. The aviation industry use winglets for the same effect.