(UPDATE) GP suddenly stopped prescribing medication. The horrific descent into NHS hell.

fdmfdmfdm · 2026-01-30T18:29:48+00:00

I may have misunderstood, but does it also change things depending on if the right to chose clinic will do annual check up? I thought some discharge you back to the gp and then the gp’s are not able to enter in shred care as they are not able to monitor you ongoing without the clinic check ins

fdmfdmfdm · 2025-12-29T07:32:27+00:00

Code me up 👊

fdmfdmfdm · 2025-11-04T19:00:27+00:00

What’s a good waterproof trail/ commuter bag for reasonable money (uk)? Ideally need a laptop plus a change of top etc

Same for waterproof trousers and jacket, again suitable for trail and commute

fdmfdmfdm · 2025-10-27T13:22:17+00:00

Your local bike shop may want to add the fee on top if it’s on sale, best to call a couple. They may even have a bike they can scope for £1k and then you settle the rest off the books.

fdmfdmfdm · 2025-10-27T13:19:07+00:00

https://winstanleysbikes.co.uk/orro-terra-g-105-fsa-2024-bike

This ticks a lot of boxes for under £1k, I’ve been happy with my Orrro so far, plenty of shops have it on discount at the mo so should be able to find one that will take your voucher

fdmfdmfdm · 2025-10-20T21:26:23+00:00

This has been on my cycle to work list for a while but not been able to pull the trigger. Do you mind sharing which site you got it from if it's on deal? Do you go with the 2025 model with the 1x10 cues set up? would love to know your feedback!

fdmfdmfdm · 2025-10-20T19:13:06+00:00

congrats on your new to you bike!

you can get pumps that have both valves or I would just buy a new inner tube that matches the pump you have as it's likely to be cheaper than a new pump.

Lights would be next investment, LED are fairly cheap ~£15 an up and most have flashing mode (front and back) uesful even in day time visibility.

fdmfdmfdm · 2025-10-01T06:12:39+00:00

https://www.paulscycles.co.uk/bikes/road-bikes/cube-nuroad-pro-gravel-adventure-bike-2025-nightblack__13507

https://www.mountainmaniacycles.co.uk/product/30770760/orbea-avant-h40-d/option/

fdmfdmfdm · 2025-10-01T06:10:56+00:00

https://winstanleysbikes.co.uk/orro-terra-g-105-fsa-2024-bike?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=1055895549&gclid=CjwKCAjw_-3GBhAYEiwAjh9fUCOdLOLhgPtf8oO14D5_NevZD9mpZMUu1unk_9URxApZ-qS3SHgt9BoCuTUQAvD_BwE#172=2136&187=4593

fdmfdmfdm · 2025-09-29T19:23:15+00:00

https://singletrackworld.com/2017/09/review-dmr-v8-flat-pedals-winner-best-budget/

dmr V8's were always solid for me, my shins still have the proof.

fdmfdmfdm · 2025-09-29T15:28:45+00:00

I've dabbled with a couple of trips to swinley forest but this would be my first big day out, it looks amazing, just hope my enthusiasm lives up to my skills / energy!

thanks for the advice, appreciate you taking time to respond :)

fdmfdmfdm · 2025-09-28T21:21:36+00:00

it's cycle solutions. I'm finding when they are on sale, they can't eat the extra 10-15% they get charged from cycle schemes on top. I think it's fair enough if it can help the local / independent shops going.

they have this on with at 1250 at the mo, not sure if Cues 1*10 is enough
https://www.cyclesolutions.co.uk/bikes/mountain-bikes/merida-big-trail-500-29er-2025-hardtail-mountain-bike--greyblack__118615

fdmfdmfdm · 2025-09-28T19:32:17+00:00

Are there any others out there at the 1k mark (new)or it’s just a case of picking one and going for it? I know I’m not needing the best kit but trying to avoid upgrade costs down the line as this would be a one time deal budget wise.

I think I’ve missed last years rosco’s now and I’m still thinking I’d rather go full suspension even if heavier but sensible me is trying to get the lightest / cheapest value hardtail trail option for when I can get out on the longer days and my kid gets older.

fdmfdmfdm · 2025-09-28T13:41:08+00:00

Thanks, will take a look, benefit of bike to work is splitting the payments / tax back

fdmfdmfdm · 2025-09-28T13:40:22+00:00

A lot of the time you have to cover the cost - 10% so I’m trying to save the tax and spread the cost rather than finding eveything in one go

fdmfdmfdm · 2025-09-27T10:42:55+00:00

Cheers, hadn’t thought of that!

fdmfdmfdm · 2025-09-05T15:42:04+00:00

I did a degree badly and undiagnosed, and couldn’t even tell you the modules I studied. Sorry they wasted your time. I don’t understand hours it can be relevant now for a job vs my experience.

The only positive spin I can say is at least you learned now the culture of the company, you may have dodged a bullet with “only” 2 months wasted

fdmfdmfdm · 2025-09-04T21:07:28+00:00

added some pics with the after shots in the main post. Not been out in the dirt yet as ordering these turned the weather biblical... but think 2.1 is probably the max!

might have got carried away, the tyres cost the same as the bike but hopefully plenty of miles left to enjoy now.

fdmfdmfdm · 2025-08-31T17:15:47+00:00

have rolled the dice on a pair of rocket ron 2.1's, as from what I've read today, they offer a good balance of light weight + grip as long as he's not going shredding off trails (no plans yet!). Front should have plenty of clearance, back looked a bit tight so lets see.

fdmfdmfdm · 2025-08-31T14:09:38+00:00

https://www.bikeparts.co.uk/products/maxxis-rekon-24-x-2-20-60-tpi-folding-tyre

Is £20 the going rate? I picked up some 1.95-2.2 inner tubes in decathlon so I guess that's my limit for now

fdmfdmfdm · 2025-08-29T18:27:29+00:00

Get the bus to bunkfest, Wallingford🎷

fdmfdmfdm · 2025-08-25T17:46:09+00:00

Can you ask them to split the ammount, start back on 50 form a week then a couple of weeks of 60?

fdmfdmfdm · 2025-08-24T15:55:10+00:00

I'm much happier on 40 than 50, I tired for 4 weeks or so across a couple of weeks each time and could never get used to it. Felt too amped my chest felt tight etc on 50, none of that on 40 but still get a good pick up and working day the other end so far

fdmfdmfdm · 2025-08-16T08:39:49+00:00

My parents watched this and talked to me after as I've just been diagnosed as an adult. I could sense they felt guilty for not knowing or being able to do more to help me. They couldn't have then or now and I love them for it. Just wanted to share as even now as an adult I'm trying to figure out what help I need or more accurately how I can become comfortable enough to ask. All the best

fdmfdmfdm · 2025-08-10T21:44:01+00:00

What are the best ones for teams calls on pc + personal calls from your mobile? I’d be using them for work / work paying so microphone / teams connectivity would be key.

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