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Forum: Equipment 04-30-2013, 11:39 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,193
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
I doubt any air filled mattress will be up to the...

I doubt any air filled mattress will be up to the job :evil
As I figure after a night of passion under the stars, any air filled mattress will be well & truly flattened :evil
Forum: Equipment 04-30-2013, 10:56 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,159
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
+1 I have a https://www.alpkit.com/hunka add in...

+1
I have a https://www.alpkit.com/hunka add in my exped downmat and a lightweight sleeping bag to the setup, & its great for wild camping & lightweight travel. Such as someone heading out on a...
Forum: Equipment 04-11-2013, 11:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 287
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
$89.99 for a puncture kit ! ............. *faints...

$89.99 for a puncture kit ! ............. *faints
Why have both a tubeless and a tubed puncture kit, when you`ll obviously only need 1 or the other. A stripped down $10 wally world 12v compressor...
Forum: Equipment 03-20-2013, 03:03 PM
Replies: 1,603
Views: 636,419
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
What brand / model is the claw hammer tool I see...

What brand / model is the claw hammer tool I see in the picture??
Forum: Equipment 03-12-2013, 09:12 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 921
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
Possibly the OP is only considering the 2 brands...

Possibly the OP is only considering the 2 brands listed, or possibly doesn`t know of alternative items.

Personnally I have 1x 30 ltr, 2 x 40ltr & 1x 60ltr lomo roll top duffle bags from...
Forum: Equipment 03-12-2013, 08:34 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 13,813
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
+1 for the Vietnamese Phin coffee maker

+1 for the Vietnamese Phin coffee maker
Forum: Equipment 03-09-2013, 10:26 AM
Replies: 2,380
Views: 332,649
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
On a slightly different note: (discounting the...

On a slightly different note:
(discounting the possible safety issue while being connected to the bike with a cable)

Has anyone used their helmet mounted GP in a skeleton case on a dry day...
Forum: Equipment 02-19-2013, 07:02 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,850
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
If you read the specs it is a dual skin tent, so...

If you read the specs it is a dual skin tent, so I don`t see where you need to add a mesh roof.
Though a tarp may be an ideal addition to act as extra living space.
Also anyone using their bike as...
Forum: Equipment 02-18-2013, 09:27 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,850
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
I don`t know that particular tent, but try these...

I don`t know that particular tent, but try these identical tents
http://www.khyam.co.uk/detail.asp?p=1214&product=Pocket Tent Duo
http://www.khyam.co.uk/detail.asp?p=1213&product=Pocket Tent Mono
...
Forum: Equipment 02-14-2013, 10:10 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,571
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
Its a lot less bother when you hover...

Its a lot less bother when you hover ....................
Forum: Equipment 01-22-2013, 09:45 AM
Replies: 2,380
Views: 332,649
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
IF the GP is fairly new, contact GP and they may...

IF the GP is fairly new, contact GP and they may send you a replacement FOC

Using the plastic clasp to snap the case closed isn`t a good idea, you should be able to line up the clip.
Then with...
Forum: Equipment 01-13-2013, 06:28 PM
Replies: 2,380
Views: 332,649
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
@duffs & @Emmbeedee Cheers guys for replies,...

@duffs & @Emmbeedee
Cheers guys for replies, I`ve been waiting for the accesory kit to be released, so now I can get 1 ordered up
Forum: Equipment 01-13-2013, 12:11 AM
Replies: 2,380
Views: 332,649
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
Where have you seen this for sale? AFAIK its...

Where have you seen this for sale?
AFAIK its only pre-order atm
Forum: Equipment 12-19-2012, 09:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 529
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
IMO the kelly kettle has some limited use, but...

IMO the kelly kettle has some limited use, but there are more simpler & more practical items that can acheive the same results with greater flexability
Forum: Equipment 12-19-2012, 08:56 AM
Replies: 1,603
Views: 636,419
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
The technique only really works on bolts that are...

The technique only really works on bolts that are readily accessable with an open end spanner, so your only likely to have to set the pennies or washers for each 1/6th or 1/3rd turn of the fastener...
Forum: Equipment 12-19-2012, 08:38 AM
Replies: 1,603
Views: 636,419
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
I would suggest using the 45g CO2 cartridges and...

I would suggest using the 45g CO2 cartridges and monster air chuck from genuine innovations http://www.genuineinnovations.com/monster-air-chuck.html as 1 x 45g cartridge should be enough to inflate 1...
Forum: Equipment 12-07-2012, 09:29 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,463
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
+1 I just wish I was able to get them shipped...

+1
I just wish I was able to get them shipped across the pond to Europe
Forum: Equipment 12-04-2012, 01:45 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 991
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
Where to mount a Gopro? You can mount them...

Where to mount a Gopro?
You can mount them anywhere ................ just have a play around & have fun, It`s only limited by your imagination
Forum: Equipment 11-17-2012, 01:26 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,417
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
some cheaper, but good quality European...

some cheaper, but good quality European alternatives used by the surf, pro diving and biking comunities
http://www.over-board.co.uk/duffel-bags.html
...
Forum: Vendors 11-14-2012, 11:20 AM
Replies: 1,078
Views: 159,980
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
no offence taken, however since before the thread...

no offence taken, however since before the thread burst back into life, I suscribed to it, and somehow the particular post you refer to, didn`t flag up on my email
so I thought I`d read all recent...
Forum: Vendors 11-12-2012, 10:33 AM
Replies: 1,078
Views: 159,980
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
I too, was wondering if the 4 cylinder version is...

I too, was wondering if the 4 cylinder version is still in the pipeline
Forum: Equipment 10-28-2012, 04:19 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,740
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
So you head out into the backwoods solo on your...

So you head out into the backwoods solo on your bike, miles from anywhere, you fall over and your leg is pinned under it. You reach around to retrieve said balloon out of your luggage, (Bearing in...
Forum: Equipment 10-24-2012, 06:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,779
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
To avoid getting recomendations for items from...

To avoid getting recomendations for items from suppliers that are thousands of mile away and require expensive shipping costs, you may get better responses for equipment recomendations if you amend...
Forum: Equipment 10-22-2012, 02:18 PM
Replies: 2,380
Views: 332,649
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
Have you considered a retractable lanyard...

Have you considered a retractable lanyard attached to your jacket, camelbak, or shoulder strap of your backpack if you have one
Forum: Equipment 10-21-2012, 12:39 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,587
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
There are others in the Tucano Urbano range which...

There are others in the Tucano Urbano range which are neoprene & uninsulated. But are quite compact and may fit your requirements. These are primarily designed for the scooter / stepthru type of...
Forum: Equipment 10-12-2012, 10:45 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 33,018
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
I ran the GP video on youtube before updating the...

I ran the GP video on youtube before updating the software ready for the (iphone) install, so I understood everything, inc what you state. I`ve even plugged them both back in to double check I...
Forum: Equipment 10-10-2012, 10:01 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 33,018
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
I came across this news last night and proceeded...

I came across this news last night and proceeded to update both of my HD2`s, wi fi`s and remote and sync`ed them with my iphone (3GS) however dispite my efforts 1 of my HD2`s won`t display in the...
Forum: Equipment 10-04-2012, 09:57 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,316
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
Though it may seem OTT

Whatever brand the OP buys, I`d check the maximum accesory power output that the bike will safely support, especially if the OP is considering buying multiple items of heated gear (jacket, pants,...
Forum: Equipment 09-28-2012, 02:59 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,421
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
I suspect its only waterproof while not in use,...

I suspect its only waterproof while not in use, take the cap off and plug a USB lead in, and water may ingress, unless its in a pocket or under the bike seat
Forum: Equipment 09-28-2012, 12:17 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,376
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
A 5 cent fix..........you could always fix an...

A 5 cent fix..........you could always fix an eyelet in the side of the HH`s where they line up with the bar end, then use the bar end bolt, passing the bolt thru` the eyelet and fix the HH`s to the...
Forum: Equipment 09-25-2012, 03:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,319
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
The RAM mount aqua box I have allows you to run...

The RAM mount aqua box I have allows you to run the cabling into the box via grooves between the RAM mount and the base of the box, so theres no breach of the water seal
Forum: Equipment 09-09-2012, 01:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,202
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
The OP may need to narrow down his requirements...

The OP may need to narrow down his requirements as to what functions he wants from the comms system.
considerations such as wired or blue tooth, what other items he may want to pair via BT to the...
Forum: Equipment 08-24-2012, 09:53 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 33,018
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
but the remote is totally useless underwater, as...

but the remote is totally useless underwater, as WI-Fi signals don`t travel thru water
Forum: Equipment 08-22-2012, 11:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 927
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
how about the visionX solstice series of lights...

how about the visionX solstice series of lights http://www.visionxusa.com/LED-Solstice_Series/c1_48/index.html
Especially the solo, as these can be both handlebar and helmet mounted...
Forum: Equipment 08-22-2012, 11:29 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,013
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
The bungs/buttons are sprung loaded so making it...

The bungs/buttons are sprung loaded so making it less likely the racks will come loose, the setup also makes it so that if your not going to use them on a day to day basis, the racks can be removed...
Forum: Equipment 08-21-2012, 11:19 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,013
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
something else to think about:...

something else to think about: http://www.bikebuddy.co.uk/
I have a couple of Mk3`s
Forum: Equipment 08-11-2012, 03:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 688
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
1 x 45g cartridge will do the job ...

1 x 45g cartridge will do the job
http://www.genuineinnovations.com/custom-valve-technology/oem-gas-cylinders/45-gram-threaded-co2-cartridge.html
Forum: GPS 101 - Which GPS For Me 08-09-2012, 01:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 984
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
I`m sure someone will tell you its possible to...

I`m sure someone will tell you its possible to install topo map overlays on a Zumo
Forum: Equipment 08-07-2012, 11:54 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,794
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
+1 the defender is 1 tough case. Me...

+1
the defender is 1 tough case.



Me too

If anyone thinks its too bulky, its probably due to the belt clip. This is easily removed

IF the Op is considering an iphone he may as well...
Forum: Equipment 08-01-2012, 01:25 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,640
Posted By Peirre O`Bollox
http://www.decathlon.co.uk/Buy/tent?brand=QUECHUA

http://www.decathlon.co.uk/Buy/tent?brand=QUECHUA
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