Going clipped...

[Gravity Aided]

A gnome landing, that must be a first. Congratulations are in order.

 

[dee.jay]

The gnome was absolutely decimated. It's now in about 10 pieces in a pile in the garden.

Needless to say, my wife wasn't best pleased..

 

[Mrs M]

The gnome was absolutely decimated. It's now in about 10 pieces in a pile in the garden.

Needless to say, my wife wasn't best pleased..

Poor gnome, least he broke your fall.
Keep practising, will become second nature and won't go back to regular pedals, promise

 

[Gravity Aided]

You might explain to your wife that the gnome was supposed to protect the entire garden. Instead he was unable to protect the bench, the garden, or the bike, and ultimately, yourself. Therefore the gnome was in a compromised/defective state, and required replacement. It was a good thing this was found out now, instead of in the spring, when a garden planting would have been in peril.

 

[dee.jay]

I hope this is worth it - the gnome wont think so...

Found a small scratch (like, tiny) on the frame, so thankfully the bike suffered the least.

My pride hurts the most at the moment

 

[Gravity Aided]

I hope this is worth it - the gnome wont think so...

Found a small scratch (like, tiny) on the frame, so thankfully the bike suffered the least.

My pride hurts the most at the moment

At least it happened in the garden. It could have been in public, or on a road or something. Gnome's the only witness, and he won't be talking.

 

[dee.jay]

He won't be saying another thing. The other gnome might blab though (there are two)

 

[bpsmith]

My advice to anyone going clipless from here on will most definitely be...to make sure they have a Sacrificial Gnome prior to practicing!

 

[Gravity Aided]

Preferably one that's a spent force, as @dee.jay 's was

 

[dee.jay]

I suppose this thread needs a picture for the full glory.

He didn't stand a chance. At least his friend is giving him a final salute.

 

[Gravity Aided]

Quite the patriotic fellows, these gnomes. Proper salute and all. Looks like he suffered a right good bicycle landing.

 

[dee.jay]

Your username will be a reminder forever though @Gravity Aided

 

[Gravity Aided]

Kind of thought of such events when I came up with it. That, and navigation.

 

[morrisman]

<<<< Morris the Gnome will be round to discuss your future (or possible lack of one) with you

 

[dee.jay]

Just don't let me test any pedals near Morris and we'll both be fine.