Mundane News

[Gravity Aided]

11 a.m., and actually almost sunny here, but with a brisk wind from the south.
-2C, winds SE18, 30.14 bar, humidity 81%, snow forecast, but less than 1 inch.

I have learned to use an electronic blood pressure monitor.

 

[Andy in Germany]

Have also learnt that some types of card are easier to drill holes in than others. The grey stuff that you get on the back of pads of paper is not very good. It just generates a LOT of fluff. Note to self - don't use it for small, fiddly parts.

If you want to sand or drill grey card, try soaking superglue into the bit you want to work with: it hardens the card so it will react like wood. I'm told Shellac has the same effect but it doesn't work for me.

 

[Reynard]

If you want to sand or drill grey card, try soaking superglue into the bit you want to work with: it hardens the card so it will react like wood. I'm told Shellac has the same effect but it doesn't work for me.

That's what I've been doing, but when the gauge of card is too thick, the glue can't soak right in.

In this case, lots of thin layers are better than fewer thick ones. All a learning process.

 

[Andy in Germany]

That's what I've been doing, but when the gauge of card is too thick, the glue can't soak right in.

In this case, lots of thin layers are better than fewer thick ones. All a learning process.

I've had to re-soak card after sanding through the superglue layer. I suppose you could poke a needle through the card and then superglue it, then file or drill the superglued card , although this may result in an appointment with the pink unicorns if your workspace isn't well ventilated...

 

[deptfordmarmoset]

After much humming and haaing, I managed to get togged up in time to get up the top of Telegraph Hill for the sunset. But as I pushed the bike off the pavement the back end landed with more of a clunk rather than a bounce: the tyre was completely flat. Now, back indoors, I have the tube out and I can't for the life of me find any trace of a puncture and no bubbles when immersed. The valve looked like it had been properly closed and the tyre looks pristine inside. So, where did my air go?

 

[Reynard]

I've had to re-soak card after sanding through the superglue layer. I suppose you could poke a needle through the card and then superglue it, then file or drill the superglued card , although this may result in an appointment with the pink unicorns if your workspace isn't well ventilated...

I'm getting into the routine of glue, sand down, glue, sand down etc, etc, etc. Have been doing all the sanding & drilling in the garage, which has been ok. Although superglue doesn't half make my eyes water, I've yet to see any pink unicorns

 

[PeteXXX]

After much humming and haaing, I managed to get togged up in time to get up the top of Telegraph Hill for the sunset. But as I pushed the bike off the pavement the back end landed with more of a clunk rather than a bounce: the tyre was completely flat. Now, back indoors, I have the tube out and I can't for the life of me find any trace of a puncture and no bubbles when immersed. The valve looked like it had been properly closed and the tyre looks pristine inside. So, where did my air go?

What time was this? I pumped up the rear tyre on the Folder and checked the car pressures.
Maybe I stole it.. Sorry 😔

 

[PeteXXX]

Jab News: As reported, I had The Jab on Friday before work. I requested a 'sensible' day, and got one. Home by 21.30 ish. I didn’t sleep well that night, but other than that,
I've had no side effects atall.
I even managed to ride over to my daughters to replace her bathroom basin (carrying my plumbing tools in a rucksack)

I thought I'd mention it in case any here are worried about having it. I do realise that some folk might have sore arm, headache, achy bits etc, but not everyone does!

PS as yet, I've not updated to Windows 11 even though I ride past a 5g mast!

 

[deptfordmarmoset]

I'm getting into the routine of glue, sand down, glue, sand down etc, etc, etc. Have been doing all the sanding & drilling in the garage, which has been ok. Although superglue doesn't half make my eyes water, I've yet to see any pink unicorns

The unicorns are all being held up at customs. It's nigh impossible to get the paperwork done right.

 

[deptfordmarmoset]

What time was this? I pumped up the rear tyre on the Folder and checked the car pressures.
Maybe I stole it.. Sorry 😔

Just after 5pm. Actually, it wasn't my air, strictly speaking, I just borrowed it.

 

[Reynard]

The unicorns are all being held up at customs. It's nigh impossible to get the paperwork done right.

On the other hand, I have seen monkeys wearing pink bobble hats...

But they're on my onesie!

 

[PeteXXX]

Just after 5pm. Actually, it wasn't my air, strictly speaking, I just borrowed it.

Phew, it wasn't me, then.!

 

[Illaveago]

I've had my echo. My cardiologist will ring me to talk about it . Hopefully it will be just to keep an eye on it .

 

[GM]

@GM ...... happy with that result? I am 😀

Yes, me too, I'm amazed. Thought it might have been a draw if they were lucky. How long their good luck lasts is the question!

 

[Rocky]

Yes, me too, I'm amazed. Thought it might have been a draw if they were lucky. How long their good luck lasts is the question!

.....I'm sure it'll last until the end of the season