The Retirement Thread

[Mo1959]

That looks very futuristic, what car is it?

Looks like a Nissan Juke?

 

[Sterlo]

I've just read an article where they tested 30 bicycle helmets in simulated " real world " simulations such as this:
They then used a different test rig, outfitted with a dummy head striking a slanted anvil covered with 80-grit sandpaper, to simulate an asphalt road that a crashing cyclist would likely hit at an angle.

Of the 30 tested 4 scored five stars, a couple scored two stars which was still regarded as satisfactory with the rest scoring three or four stars.
Article here:
https://www.bicycling.com/news/a21932579/bike-helmet-ratings/

I've just looked, mine came out third and I only paid £40 last year. After my off, I would always wear one, although I did before anyway. Like others have said, it's personal choice.

 

[welsh dragon]

I asked Molly but she doesn’t want to wear one. 🐱


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She looks a bit suspicious. Don't blame her

 

[PaulSB]

Schrodinger's Cat was simply a teaching tool that Schrodinger used to illustrate how some people were misinterpreting quantum theory. ... In quantum theory, quantum particles can exist in a superposition of states at the same time and collapse down to a single state upon interaction with other particles.

Of course, why didn't I think of that!

 

[PaulSB]

Have you sorted your loose screw out yet?

Nope.......but it's on my to do list. Probably tomorrow.

 

[PaulSB]

I asked Molly but she doesn’t want to wear one. 🐱


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Had a busy day decorating the spare bedroom with Mrs G and then polishing her car ( as I don't have one anymore). Having a well deserved cup of coffee now before taking Molly for a walk on the promenade. No ride today as it is too windy.

As far as I can see Molly looks like she's settled down for a quiet Sunday snooze......................................

 

[welsh dragon]

Of course, why didn't I think of that!

NN very quickly got The enclyopedia out to find that gem.

 

[Milzy]

I’d like to do 60. Could always take some equity out of the house. After all one daughter would still be getting a large amount of inheritance.

 

[Deleted member 1258]

From my Facebook page this afternoon

 

[gavroche]

Looks like a Nissan Juke?

Good guess Mo, it is a Juke.

 

[PaulSB]

From my Facebook

 

[Exlaser2]

Afternoon everyone. We are all safely home and unpacked. Mrs exlaser managed to retain the ladies prize at the nationals so all is well with the world. Though she did make it difficult for herself by not finishing two very windy races ( too much open water swimming and not enough sailing lol ) .
And as promised, whether you like it or not lol , here are some slightly better quality pics of the event.

 

[Mo1959]

Afternoon everyone. We are all safely home and unpacked. Mrs exlaser managed to retain the ladies prize at the nationals so all is well with the world. Though she did make it difficult for herself by not finishing two very windy races ( too much open water swimming and not enough sailing lol ) .
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How do you decide what number goes on the sail? Is it a racing number registered to the boat or person?

 

[classic33]

Schrodinger's Cat was simply a teaching tool that Schrodinger used to illustrate how some people were misinterpreting quantum theory. ... In quantum theory, quantum particles can exist in a superposition of states at the same time and collapse down to a single state upon interaction with other particles.

Schrödinger later became a director at Ireland's Institute for Advanced Studies.

 

[Dave7]

When I was racing I always used to buy the next helmet up from the cheapest ACU Gold standard one available.
My reasoning was that the 'Gold' standard was acceptable for racing, and any accident that involved a head shot higher than that standard could handle, would probably leave me in a vegetative state anyway.
In which case MrsD was instructed to turn off the life support.

It has (I think) just come to me. My helmet was Everoak......does that sound right?