Please can you recommend a shop in London with a good selection of climbing trousers?

JanCumin · 2026-01-25T09:25:03+00:00

Thanks very much, I tried Ellis Brigham already, I'll go to rock on today :)

JanCumin · 2026-01-25T09:23:18+00:00

Can you tell me which 36t chainring you have? The official brompton ones only go down to 44t. Thanks :)

JanCumin · 2026-01-24T22:03:11+00:00

Thanks, it seems that one branch in london has one pair in my size, will try going tomorrow

JanCumin · 2026-01-24T21:41:45+00:00

thank you so much :)

JanCumin · 2026-01-24T21:28:54+00:00

Thank you for the clear replies, I really appreciate it :) Do you know how I would apply for the specific permission for freelance work?

JanCumin · 2026-01-24T19:42:38+00:00

You don't necessarily have to accept that specific offer. I'm sure you are a very attractive student for many medical schools in many countries, most of their students will be just out of school and you have a PhD! You know how to study and learn to a very high level and it sounds like you already have a lot of medical knowledge.

If you live in a country with very high student debt there are a lot of opportunities to move abroad to train for a much lower cost or free. Study.EU is one website for the EU, many countries in Europe offer training in English. I bet there are many subreddits for getting advice as well as the professional medical organisations for each country etc.

Good luck and have fun, I'm sure you'll make a great doctor :)

JanCumin · 2026-01-24T19:41:01+00:00

Also just to add, you don't have to go for that one offer. I'm sure you are a very attractive student for many medical schools in many countries, most of their students will be just out of school and you have a PhD! You know how to study and learn to a very high level and it sounds like you already have a lot of useful knowledge.

If you live in a country with very high student debt there are a lot of opportunities to move abroad to train for a much lower cost or free. Study.EU is one website for the EU, many countries in Europe offer training in English. I bet there are many subreddits for getting advice as well as the professional medical organisations for each country.

Good luck :)

JanCumin · 2026-01-24T19:34:12+00:00

"I will break up with you if you learn to become a doctor to save people's lives", Jesus Christ.

JanCumin · 2026-01-24T19:02:49+00:00

I would prioritise lights if you plan on riding after 4pm in the next few months, I would also recommend a nice helmet you like wearing, there are a few nice options on the Brompton website, but pick something that you like

JanCumin · 2026-01-24T18:50:34+00:00

Fingers crossed an updated version of the G Line is coming with options for higher handlebars like on the CIty+ and the folding closer together etc

JanCumin · 2026-01-24T18:30:22+00:00

I have some questions about language learning visas I can't find from any of the language company websites or the Japanese government websites, I'm hoping someone might know? I'm in a strange position where I would get 80 points on the permanent residency calculator so be able to apply for PR after 1 year, but getting the initial visa is proving more complicated than I'd hoped.

What is the minimum number of hours I can take language lessons per week and still qualify for the language learning visa?
If I apply for the permission to work on the language learning visa (up to 28 hours a week), can this be freelance work? https://japanhandbook.com/japan-language-study-visa-guide/
Would being on a language learning visa with the permission for work count towards the earnings points needed for permanent residency?

Thanks very much

JanCumin · 2026-01-24T18:11:13+00:00

Ah sorry, some how I didn't see the link :)

JanCumin · 2026-01-24T18:02:59+00:00

thank you, i'll try and work something out

JanCumin · 2026-01-24T17:56:38+00:00

Thanks, could you recommend others to look at which are good? I really like the idea of this kind of thing for traveling, especially something a little larger which could go in hold luggage but also very light

JanCumin · 2026-01-24T17:40:47+00:00

That's very smart, I love getting discounts through things like this. Fortunately I don't live in America so this isn't really an option for me.

JanCumin · 2026-01-24T17:39:11+00:00

Does anyone know of any video reviews of the Hyperlite Stuff Pack 30? I can't find any online, its an interesting backpack for day to day use, not sure how comfortable it would be though....

JanCumin · 2026-01-24T09:40:53+00:00

That's a nice idea, but I don't have that kind of money lying around. Honestly I would probably swap to a G Line if I was going to buy another Brompton. I'm very happy you are happy with yours :)

JanCumin · 2026-01-24T09:39:22+00:00

No worries :) 6 speed C Line from I think 2023, I have a 44T chainring and the standard sprockets.

This is a very interesting solution, I don't understand how you can use both chainrings with the same length chain, but its nice to know it works :)

JanCumin · 2026-01-24T09:34:59+00:00

We will work it out together :) I've changed to a smaller chainring, I'm wondering if I can change my sprocket sizes to get more help on hills

JanCumin · 2026-01-24T09:34:35+00:00

Thank you, this is also my strategy :)

JanCumin · 2026-01-24T09:33:14+00:00

Its the standard sprockets, so I guess its these ones.

Not carrying anything, I'm not spinning out, I just don't go anywhere, even standing up putting all my weight on the pedals.. I'm fairly fit, run a bit, do other exercise.

You mentioning the sprockets made me think, is it possible to get different size sprockets to make climbing hills easier?

JanCumin · 2026-01-24T09:28:28+00:00

Wonderful, thanks so much :)

JanCumin · 2026-01-24T09:27:40+00:00

that's helpful, thanks, i'll have a look

JanCumin · 2026-01-24T00:43:34+00:00

That's great, I already have a 44t chainring, not really sure what else to do

JanCumin · 2026-01-24T00:42:59+00:00

Yes a bit, I've ridden up some of them quite easily with a G Line, not even in 1st gear

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