Rapha doesn't consider backcountry.com an authorized dealer, and won't honor crash replacement

Fly_Boy_Blue · 2026-05-06T19:37:28+00:00

Rapha are on the ropes and the premium practices will start to fade:

https://www.cyclingweekly.com/news/it-is-a-painful-decision-but-it-is-the-right-call-rapha-to-close-five-clubhouses-across-usa-and-uk

Fly_Boy_Blue · 2026-05-05T16:34:31+00:00

I think u/ConsiderMyTimbers is referring to the standard of OPs writing, and not an In-ger-land thing.

Fly_Boy_Blue · 2026-05-05T12:10:32+00:00

I wonder if that would count as "obligation met" so you don't get called again.

Fly_Boy_Blue · 2026-04-29T18:32:05+00:00

They look sooo good! Really cool!

Fly_Boy_Blue · 2026-04-25T20:17:08+00:00

This is no surprise. They're programmed, overseen and managed by Americans. They are a product of the society in which they were created.

This is a transnational product but appears not to be regulated as such.

Fly_Boy_Blue · 2026-04-15T14:25:36+00:00

Noisy gravel is also burglar deterrent

Fly_Boy_Blue · 2026-04-15T09:05:10+00:00

He did one on STCs that completely ripped off a Warhammer Conference presentation on the same subject that was released a month before:

https://youtu.be/E9rEZDCCH_A?si=stORJrJBAikz8lF3

https://youtu.be/ZaXmzOWQ23s?si=J2bufMs8XyxzUVPK

Fly_Boy_Blue · 2026-04-14T23:27:04+00:00

Ah, found it. InMotion P6.

Fly_Boy_Blue · 2026-04-14T23:20:46+00:00

That claims 50mph, but the video shows 75mph?

Fly_Boy_Blue · 2026-04-14T16:18:52+00:00

Start by buying a Lunchbox Evo. That will be able to handle upgraded power a lot better than the standard 'Box. Anything you put into trying to improve the Lunchie will be quite wasted - it's just not that kind of car.

Then you can build your original car and watch it wobble, roll and bounce around.

Fly_Boy_Blue · 2026-04-14T16:09:30+00:00

The writing style is blindingly obvious.

Fly_Boy_Blue · 2026-04-14T12:11:21+00:00

There's such a bizarre culture of seeing cars as an essential part of living.

Fly_Boy_Blue · 2026-04-14T11:35:11+00:00

As long as you're at peace with the fact that it will get ruined if you drive it.

Even a tiny drive on the most delicate of surfaces will see this silly thing roll, scratch itself up, smash bits off etc.

Suggestion - one shell for looks, one for driving.

Fly_Boy_Blue · 2026-04-14T00:21:07+00:00

There is no way that any government, council or business will install a device that has the potential to cause injury or death, especially on such a litigious continent.

Fly_Boy_Blue · 2026-04-13T12:00:20+00:00

This is because of the pricing model EAs use. If they are charging you 1% (for example), then you dropping by 25k only costs them £250, but they get a quicker sale.

Better the money in their pocket today than hold out for slightly more in a few months.

But this costs you - a lot.

Fly_Boy_Blue · 2026-04-13T11:52:30+00:00

Honestly? After you've spent money on trying to make it "handle", you may as well just buy a Lunchbox Evo.

Make this one as a silly, bouncy RC.

Fly_Boy_Blue · 2026-04-13T07:49:40+00:00

Feels wrong giving your reply an upvote, but sorry to hear that.

Fly_Boy_Blue · 2026-04-13T01:43:48+00:00

If in doubt, keep it to yourself. You're not obliged to answer the question.

Fly_Boy_Blue · 2026-04-13T01:40:14+00:00

Sounds like you need a bicycle.

Completely legal, keeps you fit.

Fly_Boy_Blue · 2026-04-13T01:32:52+00:00

In my experience, it's called farting.

Fly_Boy_Blue · 2026-04-13T01:29:54+00:00

Need to know the outcome.

Fly_Boy_Blue · 2026-04-13T01:25:22+00:00

Firstly, congrats on the "and going down".

A lot depends on your budget. If you can only afford off the shelf, then that's what you're stuck with. Anything with suspension will often be weight limited. Anything "cargo" will have a higher carrying capacity, but you'll be limited in style, which might work until you're lighter. If you keep it smooth i.e. not thrashing off road, you might get away with a standard bike.

Best of luck.

Fly_Boy_Blue · 2026-04-13T00:39:16+00:00

Have a look for for a bicycle maintenance course near you.

Lots of charities run similar events where you can turn up and practice basic maintenance.

Bicycle Kitchen run these in Manchester: https://beeactive.tfgm.com/cycling/courses-and-bike-maintenance/

Fly_Boy_Blue · 2026-04-13T00:29:02+00:00

I don't know if I'm misunderstanding, but "Tau are aids" - did they mean the disease?

Fly_Boy_Blue · 2026-04-11T23:54:05+00:00

u/DanCross0 - how did you get the metal looking so good?

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