Hi, from an old guy

[Scaleyback]

Hi,
going by your handle are you ex Royal Signals?

I am 1964 - 1977.

Really I am ex ‘bleep’ not scaleyback.

 

[Rusty Nails]

Welcome. 72 is the perfect age for cycling.

 

[Mark Grant]

I am 1964 - 1977.

Really I am ex ‘bleep’ not scaleyback.

Ha Ha! I was in the REME for a few years in the '80's. Attached to 7 Sigs for about 2 years.

 

[Scaleyback]

Ha Ha! I was in the REME for a few years in the '80's. Attached to 7 Sigs for about 2 years.

Was that 7 signal regt Herford ?

 

[Scaleyback]

Welcome. 72 is the perfect age for cycling.

Thanks, I also enjoyed 71 and with luck will enjoy 73.

 

[Mark Grant]

Was that 7 signal regt Herford ?

Yes, my first posting.

 

[Rusty Nails]

Thanks, I also enjoyed 71 and with luck will enjoy 73.

I didn't enjoy 71, but am looking for a better 72.

 

[BusheyB]

I only made it to 70 last year by the skin of my teeth but here's hoping for a few more years in the saddle. I too am thinking of an Orbea Gain, probably the F20, because of this 'just enough' boost which is what I seem to need. My ol' Pashley hybrid that I've had since I was a commuter is getting just a bit too heavy to get up the suburban slopes; it's bomb-proof when it comes to the assault course inspired road surfaces around here, but it's become evident that I'm not. It's good to see that there a few other veterans on here - out on the roads everyone else seems to be half my age and twice as fast.

 

[Scaleyback]

Hi BusheyB,

I took delivery of the Orbea Gain a couple of days ago. I have completed a couple of rides and I will share my opinions shortly. I will give you a ‘heads up’ when I post just in case I have something to say that may interest you.

Roy