Will Columbine

I recently downloaded the cycle map from Walsall Council's website. There's a lot of colour on that map so, at first glance, you might assume that this a council that has embraced active travel. You would, however, be extremely wrong...

It seems like the right time so I'm making the move! bsky.app/profile/willco…

@MikeyCycling @adamtranter @2wheelsgoodBrum @markandcharlie It really is a mystery... x.com/willcolumbine/…

Wonder why Birmingham has such a bad reputation for road danger and deaths? Look at how often it appears in the list of worst areas for no-insurance drivers. Is there any traffic policing in Brum? Is there? @adamtranter @2wheelsgoodBrum @markandcharlie news.sky.com/story/worst-ar…

As you'd expect, BT's canteen has amazing WiFi but, surprisingly, it also has a banging selection of 90's pop rock tunes playing in the background!

Lunch with a view for me today!

The other cyclist suddenly switching to the wrong side took me by surprise but the car not stopping at the give way line is an everyday occurrence!

@Absolutemtb1 I've got the classic lezyne kit. Works well and the little plastic box has room for Topeak patches, chain links and a spare valve core and tool. People say the Stans dart kit is pretty good as well.

Now I’ve joined the 21st century, what’s the best tubeless plug kit to have? I’m looking at the Peatys Holeshot. Anything else around that price worth looking at?

This is the worst red light jump I've seen in a while. Passed the queue of 4 or 5 cars behind me on the wrong side of the centre refuge and through the lights that had been red for at least a minute!

@PhilipWatkins5 @Absolutemtb1 No worries! Some other tips... The manuals cover a few different models and I found it easiest to print it out and highlight the relevant sections. The o rings in the service kit are bagged up in groups for each part of the fork so ID them all before you start!

@willcolumbine @Absolutemtb1 Sorry for the delay !Thanks @willcolumbine I will get it downloaded and give it a go

Anyone recommend a video tutorial for a rockshox recon fork full service ? @Absolutemtb1

I've just started the service on my Nukeproof and I already know it's going to be a costly one. I'm already on the hook for a new cassette, chain, brake pads and bearings and I've only done the rear axle so far!

@PuffaJones Going for an old school 1x setup?

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@2wheelsgoodBrum I don't still have it unfortunately but it was worded very similarly to the example that Tony posted in his reply.

@willcolumbine Would you still have the email? This was West Mids Police, since January?

Has any one who has reported to West Midlands Police Operation Snap ever received a 'No Further Action' feedback in an email this year? Interested in how it is worded.

Enjoying a refreshing bottle of 'The best way to get money' with my lunch!

@PudseyPedaller I'm not entirely convinced that this isn't a rogue AI that's been programmed to promote scooters and safety but has gone off on a mad one!

You'd think they'd use their blue tick to promote scooting and their business. Instead, we're treated to concern trolling at its finest.

These local kids know how to have a good time!

@scarey13 @Absolutemtb1 @grayomtb @WillPoole I'm not sure how minimalist it is, but I posted my everyday bike tool kit a few years ago and the only thing I've added to it since is a Leatherman! x.com/willcolumbine/…

Looking for suggestions for a new tool kit to carry in my bag while out riding, preferably minimalist or light if you prefer, I'm open to all suggestions, hit me up 👍 @Absolutemtb1 @grayomtb @WillPoole

I've spent nearly as much time fixing bikes as riding them this week! My Pace is back together with new wheels and a new seatpost and I'm just waiting for the parts to fix the brakes on my Nukeproof and give it a pre-winter service.

I'm having one of those days! The pad spreader spring somehow got bent and was dragging on the edge of the disc. Had to stop at the side of the road and bend it out of the way with a Leatherman!

@Hotwheels_mtb Can't go wrong with Endura Humvees!

This might be the year I actually get some mtb trousers…looking at how bad the weather is already…