The Retirement Thread

[ColinJ]

I can spot an ebike from a ling way off by observing the pedalling style.

You think there is something fishy about the way they are riding...?

 

[numbnuts]

That's because it is legal - there are loads of things on YouTube showing how to overcome this

Also - I know that some bike shops will happily fit a throttle - they just mention that is is not legal to use it on the road and then cheerfully watch you ride off on it - on the road

Not forgetting "grand dad rules" pre 2016, throttle with or without pedaling

 

[classic33]

I need to stop more and take pics. Good excuse for a rest which I need these days! Looks much nicer down there today. Well done.

If you want to get out for the exercise, will you be having your rest sitting or standing?

 

[welsh dragon]

That's because it is legal - there are loads of things on YouTube showing how to overcome this

Also - I know that some bike shops will happily fit a throttle - they just mention that is is not legal to use it on the road and then cheerfully watch you ride off on it - on the road

Throttles used go be legal. I have one on mine as it's 6 years plus old. I only use it when I push my bike up the drive. It goes at walking pace.

 

[Tenkaykev]

Went for a walk along the prom and up towards Prestonpans. Warm and sunny with little to no wind, a ladies swimming group were just coming ashore and there were a few paddle boarders doing their thing. Plenty of runners and cyclists too, I noted that “ short shorts “ for runners seem to be making a comeback from the 80’s 😁

 

[ebikeerwidnes]

Throttles used go be legal. I have one on mine as it's 6 years plus old. I only use it when I push my bike up the drive. It goes at walking pace.

Yes - I used to have an ebike with one
They are legal with 'grandfather rights' as the rules changed in 2016 to come into line with the EU rules

So pre 2016 ebike can have a throttle - but has to obey the rest of the pre2016 regulations as well - one of which was motor power 200W or less rather than the current 250W or less
My old one actually had only 180W

 

[Deleted member 1258]

I shouldn't have but I did, its too soon yet my gum infection is still going strong, the antibiotics haven't quite killed it yet, but I popped a couple of painkillers and headed out for a bimble in the spring sunshine, my Meriden Loop, 25 slow fixed wheel miles, that loop is a bit lumpy in places and it makes for a slow hard ride but I was taking it easy this morning and it was great, I was wearing summer tights a short sleeved summer top with a base layer and my winter jacket, so I was a bit chilly at first but too hot by the end, a beautiful spring morning, bright, sunny and only a hint of a breeze, warm sun on my back, spring flowers on the verges and in the hedgerows it was a glorious cycling morning and great fun, my best ride so far this year though by the time I was riding down Torrington avenue coming back I was starting to run out of legs and by the time I was close to home they were done, but I enjoyed that.

 

[Deleted member 1258]

I saw signs of you being around the forum just before I turned the lights out here. I thought that the pain from your dental treatment might be to blame. I hope you get a snooze in today and a decent sleep tonight!

The problem is that I've picked up an infection, the original plan was a filling but when he told me there wasn't a lot of the tooth left and he was planning to drill down into the roots I decided to have it removed, now whether there was an infection present when he took it out or I picked it up later I'm not sure but now I'm waiting for the antibiotics do do their thing and kill it off, I've had a bike ride this morning and a nap dinner time so I don't feel too bad now.

 

[Tenkaykev]

The roofers over the road are having a spot of lunch 😎

 

[12boy]

Another glorious day here. Took Mrs 12 out to a diner for dinner last night where we had pork tenderloin sangwidges and a tossed salad and she scored a chocolate malt for later. This morning I will visit the cardio for a checkup and hopefully get a green light for some more strenous activity.
I am not sure how y'all use happy vs content but for me I am rarely actively happy but usually content. There are many things ( the Ukraine, US politics, my wife's illness, for example) that chap my butt but I still enjoy my life and the people in it. When I don't I can always check out.
Hey NN...I have a 94 Toyota pickup with 167 k miles that looks like crap but runs well. I will sell it to you for 2k and our only problem will be getting it there. It is one of the most durable vehicles Toyota ever made.
Be well and safe.

 

[rustybolts]

The problem is that I've picked up an infection, the original plan was a filling but when he told me there wasn't a lot of the tooth left and he was planning to drill down into the roots I decided to have it removed, now whether there was an infection present when he took it out or I picked it up later I'm not sure but now I'm waiting for the antibiotics do do their thing and kill it off, I've had a bike ride this morning and a nap dinner time so I don't feel too bad now.

did he tell you to gargle with a strong solution of warm salty water ? I did it last year with an infection ( not as bad as yours by the sound of it ) I dissolved as much salt as possible in a small glass of warm water and rinsed the gum thoroughly every half hour or so. It helped

 

[numbnuts]

Yes - I used to have an ebike with one
They are legal with 'grandfather rights' as the rules changed in 2016 to come into line with the EU rules

So pre 2016 ebike can have a throttle - but has to obey the rest of the pre2016 regulations as well - one of which was motor power 200W or less rather than the current 250W or less
My old one actually had only 180W

NO THEY DON'T 2016 with a 250 watt motor was all right, how many more time have I got to tell you

 

[rustybolts]

Oh dear. An Ebike thread . Not good

I am resisting the ebike as long as possible but some of them look delicious. My 5th metatarsal fracture is 5 months ago and its healing slowly but well. Longing for the day I can ride again. Her indoors would love a fresh clean patio ( never been cleaned , its grotty ) so I bought a Hyundai 4000 psi power washer. Its a beast , I took it from the box yesterday and regret I didn,t get a smaller less powerful model. Think I will wear roller skates when I fire it up for the first time in case the recoil knocks me backwards , noise is 112db which I think is pretty bad too. The neighbours will love me

 

[Deleted member 1258]

did he tell you to gargle with a strong solution of warm salty water ? I did it last year with an infection ( not as bad as yours by the sound of it ) I dissolved as much salt as possible in a small glass of warm water and rinsed the gum thoroughly every half hour or so. It helped

yes

 

[ColinJ]

I just heard back from the council. The confusion in calculating my housing benefit was due to a recent change in the way the calculation is done. They double-checked and I DO lose the £9/week. Never mind - at least I know that it wasn't a mistake.

(Besides, once the tens of thousands a year of post-retirement income kicks in I won't be claiming any benefits anyway - ha ha! )

In case anybody is interested in such matters... I just found an interesting interactive map showing all of the historical defensive structures in the UK - HERE.

Right, time to get ready for my bike ride/meal.