Thanks very much @briansteel4872 - so glad you like them and really appreciate the comment. All the best.

Thanks a lot. I've found that knowing that folks enjoy the videos helps with motivation to complete distances that I'd never previously have considered. All the best

Thanks for taking the time to watch it Simon, pleased you enjoyed it. Well done to you too. All the best

What a great comment, and thanks for the compliments, though I feel the video was hardly worthy. I am pleased though, to find that there are folks watching them that see the world in a similar to the way I see it, because that's the only way I'm capable of showing it. My objective is always to try to communicate my own experience of the event. On the subject of helmets, or the lack of, it's always a topic that will stimulate conversation: what I'll say is that I'm 'pro-choice' but, as you've already noticed in other videos, I usually wear one. It's not against the rules in audax, and is, in fact, quite common for riders to opt for a cap instead of a helmet. Being comfortable on the bike seems to be the priority. I usually ditch the helmet on warm/hot days but anything else, and back on it goes. Potential speeds, and the proximity of traffic and tarmac are both good reasons to consider wearing one (I never wear gloves either, which are also a good idea in the event of a crash - as would be a good set of motorcycling leathers!). In cyclo-cross I felt far less vulnerable than I do on the roads (even when wearing a helmet). In British Cycling events you're not even allowed to be in charge of a bike without wearing one! Thanks once again for the comment and the thoughtfulness that went into it. Take care. Scott

Well, they say beauty's in the eye of the beholder don't they? Plenty of good folk have described them as bleak, that's for sure but I'm not amongst them. I've lived in and around Durham for most of my life and I'm grateful to have the landscape on my doorstep - even when the clag's down (that's how I learned to use map and compass and got into orienteering). I'd say the hills we have in the North Pennines are perfect for a day out - not too big and not too small. Ideal for running up and down - if that's your thing (it is mine, if I'm not on the bike). Maybe I should do a video to try and convince you! 😄 Thanks for the comment and all the best.

Nice one, well done. I've had to adopt a completely different attitude to the wet stuff - there's just no avoiding it! All the best for next weekend - what's the event?

@@thedurhamcow3535 Debatable Lands, 1st June

@@thedurhamcow3535 200k AKA 130m & 9.000ft in 11 hours 😀

@@br5380 Well done! You must be pleased with that?

@@thedurhamcow3535 yes, and the weather was perfect.

Many thanks! I've watched a few LEL 22 videos. Perhaps I've seen you? It's something I'm considering but we'll have to see how longer events go. I've commented about this elsewhere but I'm not sure how my resolve would be passing so close to home! 😯

@@thedurhamcow3535 You have probably seen me in a few. The Norwegian Tor Hovland has a great video from LEL amongst others. I didn’t have a camera then, so I’ve just uploaded some photos to KZbin from that amazing event. I entered LEL without having done any rides in that length in beforehand. Think my longest one was about 550 km. You’ll get through it, no doubt at all! Can’t wait to do it again in 2025 😀. But first it’s 1001 Miglia in Italy in August 😁.

@@arvidnordstrand I know Tor Hovland's so I'll be looking back at the video. Appreciate the advice and your experience. I'm entering a 400 this month so we're creeping upwards... All the best.

Thanks for the kind comment. It was a great route and highly recommended. Perhaps some sunshine next time? 😎🙏

Glad you enjoyed it. Who do I look out for on the video?

People have been calling me Nick Lately but it Chris. I normally at the back of the field!@@thedurhamcow3535

Thank you - it was a pleasure on all counts!

Thank you! Good to see that it's still doing good work. All the best

Much appreciated and thanks for taking the time to comment. I'd echo what I replied to the last comment. All the best

Thanks very much, we made the videos to promote a surprisingly little known and remote trail. But don't tell anyone! 😉

Thank you! Cheers!

Ha! If it's good enough for me, it's good enough for everybody else. 😄

That's what I said - so I didn't! By the way, did you do that race you told me about last time?

Cheers Robert. It took long enough to post but we got there in the end (after plenty more mud!).

@littlelynchyy1233 tell your dad he does a great job - along with everyone else who helps put these events on. They're brilliant!

It is @MattyBrad, and a well used one. There's been a bit of mud since then though (videos to follow)

Thanks @SwimBikeRunStu - there are another couple in the pipeline but I'm a bit pushed for time at the moment.

@reashninja Thanks very much. I don't remember thinking much about it but I'll admit it looks better than it felt at the time.

Ho, ho, @SolidBubba you noticed then? That's why it had to go in! Beats rallying downhill, hanging off the saddle by your knee! All the best

@@thedurhamcow3535 Haha yeah! That remount was pro level smooth! You can tell all of that practice is paying off!

Aaah you can come again! 😊

@thegeordiefellwalker8878 - totally agree on both counts. It's interesting that cyclists seem to be achieving excellence at younger and younger ages. I'm thinking of Pogacar, Evenepoel, Pidcock, Josh Tarling. The clock might be ticking for the likes of van Aert and MVP who are approaching their 30s.

@@thedurhamcow3535 aye pidcock a fine example of an allrounder💪us vets just keep plugin on🚴

Don't worry, even he'll have to learn how to plug on one day!

Thanks very much. One thing I've enjoyed about making the videos is seeing how much Diane enjoys appreciative comments like these. Take care.

Thanks very much. It was a humbling experience!

Thanks very much. Glad you liked it. All the best.

Makes it all worthwhile, thanks

It's surprisingly remote isn't it? It came to my attention when I was researching outcrops of the Whin Sill. Right up there as one of my favourite waterfalls.

@thegeordiefellwalker8878 - Round 8 (26th November) and Round 9 (10th of December)

Thanks Stuart, and thanks for the feedback - it really helps to know that people appreciate them (Diane loves it as well). Let's catch up at the next one...

Good for you. Let us know how it goes 👍

Thanks. I had nothing to compare it with at the time but I enjoyed it.

@@thedurhamcow3535 now you want to set your sights on 3 Peaks cyclocross next September!

@@doanchi1 - you've revealed the master plan! As long as I'm able to I'll be getting my entry in next June. I've done the fell race and I'd like to complete the set. All the best

@@thedurhamcow3535 you have to do an application form but if you stick in fell running experience plus cx races I’m sure you will be fine.

@@doanchi1 Thanks, I'll definitely bear that in mind 👍

Cheers Neil. All the best.

Cheers Ellis. Kirkley was great - in every way. I'd watched quite a few YT videos in which Thorneyford features so it was nice to get to ride on it. Having most recently been a runner (and still am) I'm intrigued by how different a CX race feels. Normally I'd just be thinking about the level of discomfort and whilst that aspect is still there there's a real desire to get to grips with the challenges of the course. It's a few rungs up the ladder in terms of excitement. See you at the next one!

Thanks a lot - and thanks for the comment. All the best

Thank you for taking the time to comment. Say hello if we're lucky enough to run into each other (I could have put that better!). All the best with the rehab.

I certainly intend to. Comments like these really help. Thanks very much.

Wow! Praise indeed! I'm very happy it's had the effect that was intended. Thanks very much for taking the time to watch it. Take care.

Thanks, much appreciated. I share your goal; it's an admirable one. All the best.

10th! Great result Stuart. I think Diane captured you in the Tyneside Vagabonds jersey. Doing the full hour in the heat was the least of my problems! Catch you at the next one...

Good for you @petermarshallCX - hope I'm still involved in five years time. I'm also hoping that what I lose in physical prowess I'll gain in race-craft but with the long-term goal of declining more slowly than my peers!

Age is mostly irrelevant. I'm 68 and my club of mostly 60 somethings are some of the fastest riders around. Skill is far more valuable than raw power also, and of course power to weight ratio is important. I'm down to my highschool weight (65kgs) and ride a min of 300kms per week. It's a blast shocking the kids when they ask how old we are!😂 Good on ya for getting there and mixing it up, and nice to see your wife is also supportive and engaged.👍

Thanks for the comment @@robertmuckle2985. I certainly agree that age is irrelevant (at least on a relative basis). Those of us fortunate enough to be blessed with good health, for however long, in later years, do well to take as much advantage of it as possible (hence my venture into CX). Weight's a great indicator of metabolic health (muscle/fat in 'healthy' proportions) that's critical in allowing us to 'jump in' to new activities as the fancy takes us so kudos for being where you are. I don't know if it's becoming a feature of the average cycling club but 60-70 is the largest cohort in mine also. Take care

You've just made 'The Moosus's day! I was impressed myself with how good a job she did on her first 'assignment' - as well as lending support and employing her first aid skills! I wonder whether she'll be as keen when the weather deteriorates? The editing's down to me but it's more than half the battle if you've got decent footage. Thanks for taking the time to comment. All the best.

Excellent story: made me laugh. I’m a sucker for humility; thanks for sharing 😄