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Bec
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| Posted on 15-05-2007 22:05 |
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Anyone with old bikes stashed away in the garage that they would consider selling?
Having now done Alnwick Tri twice on a mountain bike that weighs only slightly more than a mini cooper, I quite fancy buying something a little more nippy.
"Women are like tea-bags. You have no idea how strong they are until you put them into hot water." ~ Eleanor Roosevelt |
   
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Andy_W
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| Posted on 29-05-2007 12:13 |
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Hi Bec,
Not sure if you got my email or not. I have an old bike that I bought for Fran's first triathlon. It's a racer (of sorts) with 10 gears and would fit someone from about 5' 7" to 5' 11". It's probably a bit lighter than your previous bike but not much.
I don't want any money for it - I'd be happy to see it complete a couple more triathlons. If you want to take a look at it, let me know.
Cheers,
Andy Wilde (07852 898 979) |
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Bec
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| Posted on 14-06-2007 21:25 |
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No, I didn't get your email. Thanks. Shall be in touch shortly.
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Bec
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| Posted on 15-06-2007 20:42 |
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Hi Andy
I was strongly advised to acquire a more modern bike for the Steel-man. Am asking my relatives for a forward on my birthday money and I'm going to bite the bullet and buy one. But a big thank you to you and Fran for letting me try your old one.
I hope the move went smoothly.
Bec
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Andy_W
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| Posted on 27-06-2007 11:51 |
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Bec,
Sounds like good advice to me! Hope you manage to find a more suitable bike and that the Steelman goes well.
The move went really well thanks. We managed to pack our entire wordly belongings into a van in less time than it took me to complete the run section of last years Steelman. But then that's not saying much....!
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Bec
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| Posted on 06-07-2007 10:20 |
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I'm sure that your run last year was probably faster than I'll manage tomorrow!
I'm glad that the move went well. And I ended up buying a bike, one that is much lighter and faster than my old one. Although I'm still looking at 3.5 to 4 hours to complete the bike leg, so I'll not be winning any prizes. But I shall be very happy just to complete it.
Thanks very much for all your help.
Bec
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