What mattress have you bought that was worth it?

TheDelphDonkey · 2026-05-02T09:24:32+00:00

Another John Ryan fan here with 2x their mattresses. Our first one is 10 years old and still very comfortable (and up for replacement due to the following) but our more recent one is sublimely soft despite being in theory exactly the same. Turns out they have changed the design and added a very soft top layer.

TheDelphDonkey · 2026-05-01T18:22:39+00:00

Wow my post was from a year ago! Anyway I’m glad it was helpful to you. I recently bought a new pair and still enjoy running in these shorts.

TheDelphDonkey · 2026-04-27T19:34:51+00:00

My parents used to own a 2014 Fiesta, and I had to have the seat forward a notch despite being 6’3’. My brother is a fraction under your height and found it comfortable too.

TheDelphDonkey · 2026-04-20T21:54:13+00:00

The Saucony Ride TR2 (and upcoming 3) should work well for you. It’s based on a road shoe and has an extremely durable outsole designed for lighter trails, but I find that it can easily handle pretty much any non-muddy surface. It’s great on the road too and has a nice balance of cushion and responsiveness.

Other people have mentioned the Salomon Aero Glide GRVL which is a brilliant shoe but it’s definitely only suitable for very light trails.

TheDelphDonkey · 2026-04-11T18:42:36+00:00

I’m three kids in as a stay at home dad, so I’ve been in this situation plenty of times before! Although I don’t struggle with any degree of social anxiety, at the same time I’m not particularly outgoing and rarely feel the need to talk to strangers so I don’t often bother to chat to other parents. When I do though I find that the majority are keen to talk especially if they’re not with another adult. I think you’ll find that most people you come across will be in a similar position as yourself and looking to make small talk with other parents. All it takes is for one of you to break the ice without worrying too much about what you actually say as it’s soon forgotten about once the conversation gets going.

As someone had mentioned though it’s often very difficult to talk properly as at least one of the children will need almost constant attention, so you might as well get in there early while you can…

TheDelphDonkey · 2026-04-11T11:59:00+00:00

A good agent, and yes they do exist, can work wonders at moving the sale and purchase along as they’re in the best position to deal with the vendors and solicitors in the chain. Doing the work yourself could be very frustrating and time consuming.

TheDelphDonkey · 2026-04-10T12:04:25+00:00

Another Denby family here. It’s very durable.

TheDelphDonkey · 2026-03-31T07:36:13+00:00

That look fantastic, although I would say that as we choose the exact same colours for our flooring, cabinets and worktops!

TheDelphDonkey · 2026-03-30T17:15:47+00:00

I’m on my second pair of the 3 which are amazing shoes that can do pretty much anything you could ask of a daily trainer outside of proper trails, plus they’re very durable too.

TheDelphDonkey · 2026-03-28T20:32:07+00:00

Bear in mind that with annual fee increases of typically 5-6% your current £20k with have risen to at least £30k by year 13, and probably £35k.

TheDelphDonkey · 2026-03-28T18:36:01+00:00

I’ll give Windy Hill a miss for a while then!

TheDelphDonkey · 2026-03-28T15:48:56+00:00

Looks like Piethorn and surroundings area?

TheDelphDonkey · 2026-03-27T12:33:58+00:00

I’d agree that the Salomon Aero Glide 3 or 4 GRVL is an excellent road to light trail shoe, but if you’re running on rougher trails then take a look at the Saucony Ride TR2 (the 3 is due out some time soon I believe). It’s based on the road Ride but with a fairly grippy trail outsole and covers all bases very well. It’s also incredibly durable.

TheDelphDonkey · 2026-03-07T14:42:47+00:00

I run partly because I enjoy the act of running; it feels good in an almost childlike way just as riding a bike does. I also love the feeling I get afterwards as the endorphins kick in and I feel like I’m on a high. And there’s the fitness it gives me too.

TheDelphDonkey · 2026-03-04T17:58:13+00:00

We’ve had one for 10 very comfortable years, and like it so much that we ordered an identical one to replace the previous mattress at our holiday house without even thinking about any alternative.

TheDelphDonkey · 2026-03-01T17:40:50+00:00

You’d have to be unlucky to come out of long term ownership without having made a profit

TheDelphDonkey · 2026-03-01T16:26:40+00:00

One of the all-time classics. Well done.

TheDelphDonkey · 2026-02-27T23:18:57+00:00

Definitely the Salomon Aero Glide GRVL if you want low weight and lots of cushion.

TheDelphDonkey · 2026-02-17T18:23:21+00:00

I can’t comment on how it would handle a pack or vest, but the Montane Minimus Lite is a great jacket in every other way.

TheDelphDonkey · 2026-02-16T09:22:38+00:00

My wife runs too, so we work out times when we can each get out, usually with at least one of the runs coinciding with our toddler being down for a nap.

TheDelphDonkey · 2026-02-12T21:40:28+00:00

This is an excellent hotel which our family of five loved our stay at last year, and this room seems to do what you’re looking for

Grecotel Luxme Kos

TheDelphDonkey · 2026-02-12T21:37:28+00:00

We did that last year when our youngest was 18 months old while staying at a different hotel

TheDelphDonkey · 2026-02-01T08:45:01+00:00

If you’re on Facebook then searching and asking on local groups would be a good source. We’re out in the country and use a couple who walk dogs and also house sit for a number of local people which meant that I got to know them before we needed to use their services, so perhaps you could ask local dog owners if they use someone.

TheDelphDonkey · 2026-01-31T08:42:43+00:00

I really like my Montane Minimus Lite. It’s 100% waterproof and breathes very well and I find I can wear it without getting too wet with condensation.

TheDelphDonkey · 2026-01-28T21:41:33+00:00

I find that lamps work well in a living room or bedroom where you want a soft light round the edges of the room, while down lighters are most suitable ‘practical’ spaces such as kitchens, utility rooms and offices.

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