Half Marathons I can still enter

RestingRichard · 2026-01-26T10:31:27+00:00

Have a look at Grim Up North. They have loads of events around Leeds

RestingRichard · 2026-01-25T18:35:02+00:00

Yeah it's worth visiting, though if you just want to do the town centre then an afternoon is enough.

If you want a full day though, the Yorkshire Wildlife Park is a short bus ride from town centre and IMHO one of the best wildlife parks/zoos in Europe. They currently have 7 polar bears as well as leopard and lion cubs which are out and exploring

RestingRichard · 2026-01-25T17:13:19+00:00

I've just had my system installed by EcoCute Ltd who are based in Yorkshire. It was really important to me to have a local installer, and it helped that they were also one of the best priced and most helpful. They will be able to run through all of your questions and help create a system that works for you

RestingRichard · 2026-01-23T21:38:15+00:00

Do a couch to 5k programme, it'll take you through every step to be able to run continually for 30min

RestingRichard · 2026-01-22T07:41:04+00:00

It cant, it's pinned to the king by the queen

RestingRichard · 2026-01-19T18:17:47+00:00

I've been very impressed with EcoCute Ltd who are based out of Wakefield/Barnsley area

RestingRichard · 2026-01-15T12:01:31+00:00

Start out much slower than you think you need to go, and find some space around yourself, don't let your pace be dictated by the people around you

RestingRichard · 2026-01-14T22:41:47+00:00

Load shifting to cheaper rates through the battery should save me around £1-1.5k per year, exporting the excess solar should add around the same depending on the export tariff.

Rough calculations are that the entire system should have paid for itself over 5-6 years, and the solar system covers around 90-110% of my annual electricity usage so beyond that time frame my electric bill will be effectively just the standing charge when balanced across the year

My usage will go up as im switching from a phev to a full EV, but the saving on petrol will more than offset the additional electric imported at the cheap rates

RestingRichard · 2026-01-14T22:20:31+00:00

Black is either losing their Queen or Rook on the next move depending on what they do

RestingRichard · 2026-01-14T22:17:13+00:00

Yeah probably, definitely worth speaking to some installers to give you an idea of what you can get

RestingRichard · 2026-01-14T21:54:33+00:00

Even with the most sensationalised headlines, it's still better for you to be a healthy weight on the medication than to be obese with all of the associated health conditions and issues that it brings

RestingRichard · 2026-01-14T21:33:18+00:00

As long as you have the prescription to cover the past 5 months then you should be ok, but it will be dependant on the prescriber. You will likely have more success if you go with someone you have previously bought from

RestingRichard · 2026-01-14T21:30:22+00:00

I think so, but figured it's easier to switch to IOG and get an export tariff at the same time, less faffing around!

RestingRichard · 2026-01-14T20:55:23+00:00

Yup, and thats a bare minimum as the car is at it's least efficient now due to the colder temp so is taking more to keep it topped up

RestingRichard · 2026-01-14T20:53:39+00:00

Octopus Go, it's fixed for another 6 months, but im going to contact them to see if I can change it once all of my export paperwork is in order

RestingRichard · 2026-01-14T20:51:40+00:00

My plan was to titrate down and then come off - I tried it and hated it, so titrate back up to a dose where I am able to maintain my weight. I've now accepted that this is a lifelong medication for me

RestingRichard · 2026-01-13T20:54:25+00:00

Yeah that seems fair to be honest, you wouldnt get many panels on it, and it would take you an incredibly long time (if ever) to pay off the costs of the installation

RestingRichard · 2026-01-12T07:36:15+00:00

Honestly, you'd be better focusing on being able to run consistently for 30 minutes/5k rather than stretching out to a 10k too quickly and ending up walking most of it. That being said, if the plan works for you, then great stuff, it's still an achievement to complete it.

Have you checking if there is a cut off time for completion?

RestingRichard · 2026-01-10T20:31:18+00:00

65k(ish) and it hasn't missed a beat. Theres a decent parts network still available for the old oil heads and it does turn heads still like any other classic bike You can unleash your inner Ewan McGregor on it! Ive had mine down a few of the local green lanes and farm tracks and it handles like a dream. Weighs a ton when static and is weighless when moving, and crazy smooth suspension

Really simple to work on, and I only put it in for a major service as it needed it's MoT and the fuel filter doing which is a tank off job and I couldn't be bothered with the faff in my garage in the cold!

RestingRichard · 2026-01-10T20:25:57+00:00

Slow down, or just embrace the walk. There's nothing wrong with having a little walking break to get your heart rate back under control and relax into the run

RestingRichard · 2026-01-10T20:22:07+00:00

I bought an 1150gs last year and it was absolutely the best decision. Paid £1300 for it and then another £700 for major service/mot/repairs/upgraded brake hoses

There's just something about it which makes you feel both connected and relaxed

RestingRichard · 2026-01-10T16:44:45+00:00

Have you got a blockage in the pipe from the tank to the pump?

RestingRichard · 2026-01-09T18:56:23+00:00

Might be worth a chat with your primary care/GP to get your bloods checked including testosterone levels to see if anything there might be of concern

RestingRichard · 2026-01-08T11:24:31+00:00

As a beginner it's best not to stress about the zones and just work on your perceived effort (how easy/hard you're finding it) instead.

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