A Moped Gang Tried To Steal Our £5000 Bikes - The Wild Ones Podcast Ep. 13

[@YorwerthHiraeth]

Jimmi, the Range Rover driver who nearly skimmed my elbow on 38CM drop bars, isn't gonna give me a wide berth if I have to pay £1 a year VED, insurance, display registration and have a speedometer. He's gonna do the same thing because some people are murderous drivers.

[@rob-c.]

Yeah Jimmy has this so wrong. We are already riding legally and within the regulations - as were the cyclists in the police video - yet read the comments comments under it. As you say - makes no difference to ignorant people.

[@arundelnet]

The guy who knocked me off with his wing mirror on his van was not murderous or intentional, just unobservant and probably on his phone. He did get prosecuted. Somehow I didn't break any bones, just some concussion

[@rob-c.]

@@arundelnet They intentionally drove while not paying attention, they (may have) internationally drove while using their phone - do you think you paying a VED equivalent would have changed that?

[@aljaliah6868]

Don't these clowns make you laugh every time they shout out of their car window that you have no insurance nor pay road tax ! It's like what does that have to do with the price of tomatoes ???

[@NoahStephens]

Yea

[@JayLato]

“All words are noises, if you say them” - Francis Cade

[@calebjackson2631]

Word.

[@discbrakefan]

@@DMurdockIt’s a woise

[@1almendz]

Now, come on guys! GCN has brought so much bike content and races available to us, the masses. It is amazing and helped cycling. And they have great commentators, they keep it fun, etc. I've followed you guys, Francis, Julliet, some other riders and GCN for years. All of you have shared with the world all the fun of cycling!

[@lukesanders768]

Completely agree. I started watching GMBN years ago, then switched to GCN and the last channel for me to follow was Francis

[@gregor9921]

I feel like the Shimano 105 mechanical is for people want a higher end bike but refuse to go electric (repairability or so)

[@telekylester]

Regarding the speed topic - I think the important thing to consider is the braking distance at a certain speed as well as the potential impact area. On a bike I can slow down or stop in a relatively short distance and swerving a bit to the side likely avoids a collision, a 2m+ wide car not so much. Also, as a cyclist I can be incredibly aware of my surroundings, in a sound-proofed metal box not so much.

[@tonybradford9061]

Re regulation. The underpinning element to this for cyclists, walkers and horse riders is that they all have a right to be on the road. Thus the reg of cyclists would require a change in the law. We dont need a change in law we need a change of culture.....see northern france.

[@Tobi25111]

I think this argument is invalid of you're in a group, if you're on a group ride the stopping distance is greatly increased.

[@telekylester]

That's a really good point. @@Tobi25111

[@LoneWanderer905]

I don't think following speed limits on a bike would change anything, 99% of the times, being mindful of your speed and your surroundings will already do the job and will make you and your riding the safest it could be. That said, being mindful of where you are and how fast you're going is like the most basic thing on cycling, although some people forget to do it every now and then. Now if we could just get pedestrians to not walk out of the sidewalk and etc without a care of the world that'd be also amazing, but that's a losing battle.

[@ickebins6948]

So you really think, you can stop your bike quicker then a car can at the same speed?

[@sazridesbikes]

Glad you are both okay after the attempted robbery. As an ex-detective in London, can I tell you, please be careful. Clearly these two idiots aren’t very adept, but if you are unfortunately faced with this again, and there is a weapon shown or intimated, just give them what they demand. More experienced wrong ‘uns will not hesitate to use it, believe me. Bikes are replaceable. You’re not. Best wishes to you both 😊

[@LastAphelion]

I wonder how many people conceal carry while riding in the states 🤔

[@johnrafael4110]

not as many as you'd think. There's barely any cyclists in the midwest and both coasts arent friendly to carrying guns on a bike. plus most riders in the states aren't keen on guns themselves. @@LastAphelion

[@LastAphelion]

@@johnrafael4110 Its weird, I live in gun country but its hard imaging the same people I know with guns on bikes. Not trying to stereotype, it's just strange not to meet people interested in both. They usually love things with wheels, speed, and dirtbikes

[@sujimayne]

This is the UK. Criminals rule and you piggies are too fat and lazy to do your job. If you defend yourself, you'll do more time than any thief or robber.

[@rob-c.]

Notice the ex-detective says ‘replaceable’ not ‘recoverable’ 😉

[@craigrichardson-smith2534]

This episode was super polished (lighting, production, sound) Loads better than earlier ones. Nice one guys and Emily behind the scenes I'm guessing!

[@gregmcnicoll5520]

I got a new Ribble a few weeks ago, £800 for a full carbon frame with Tiagra. Banging value for money and it rides gorgeous

[@draugmithrin]

Great deal 😎

[@MAGAIVER]

Tiagra is the true people's groupset, works flawlessly can have more the 11 speed 105 by using a 10 speed 11-36 cassette and has options for both rim and disk brakes.

[@cahal]

"All words are noises" you're so wise Francis 😅

[@AntonKastritskiy]

Yet another great episode. I want to point out that you totally nailed the audio, job well done!

[@daredemontriple6]

Speaking as a Traffic Engineer, the primary purpose of speed limits (in terms of safety) is to mitigate the damage caused by a loss of control of the vehicle. Of course one of the other major concerns is the way small reductions in speed has a big impact on the survivability of a collision, however there is always an argument to be made about why a pedestrian has chose to cross the road at an arbitrary point rather than use provided infrastructure such as a zebra. Safety efforts are always focused on protecting vulnerable users (pedestrians, horse riders, elderly and infirm, etc). This is why (alongside the mentioned difficulties of speedometers being absent on bicycles) the laws are as they are. The simple fact is that Bicycles cause a tiny fraction of injuries in road traffic collisions (RTC) and cause an almost immeasurable percent of fatalities in RTCs. By contrast, motor vehicles account for the vast majority of both lethal and non-lethal RTCs. Motor vehicles are enforced because their potential to do harm is extreme - even at speeds below 5mph a small car is a dangerous object and can kill. Cycles are unlikely to do serious harm at typical cycling speeds. All road users are subject to the same guidance however - use common sense. While a Cyclist may not be required to adhere to the speed limit, they are required to ride in a considerate, responsible, and safe manner. On a country lane with no footways, a 40mph descent may be reasonable. On a village road with parked cars and pedestrians present, 40mph would usually be deemed irresponsible, and possibly dangerous, and this *is* a prosecutable offense. End of the day, cyclists are unlikely to even be able to break the majority of speed limits. The reason these guys can do 39mph in this 30 is because they're riding a pace line on a descent, and they're roadies with aero kit - not just a couple of guys out for a family ride on dutch-style frames. Not only is the chances of the potential offense occurring so low, but the risk of injury is too, which is not to mention the difficulty of actually policing such an issue. "Are you aware of how fast you were going?" "No, pretty fast I suppose but being this is a push bike I've got absolutely no idea beyond my own blind guess" --- As for cycling glasses for prescription - I've recently invested in a pair of prescription shades. Originally I wanted a pair of oakleys however oakley only cater to a small amount of vision correction. In-fact at about -4.00 sph and -2 cyl in both eyes I was essentially forced to go with Bolle as the only company that would offer prescription for a 'visor' style pair of glasses. They're a bit small for my face I think, but otherwise the lenses are good and don't pain my eyes. They also don't steam up like inserts do. What is worth mentioning is that they make prescription lenses and then weld these into the visor, which means there is a fairly noticeable edge around the lenses and the lense coating is different on the basic visor than on the prescription lenses. Personally I like them, and I think it was worth the money to get a good pair of glasses that will last and give me good vision on the roads. However the glasses/sunglasses I wear in day-to-day use work just as well and I could well have just stuck with those. Contact lenses could be a good option for some, I've never tried them as I don't like the idea of having to wear contacts any time I want to go for a ride.

[@Tobias611]

Was just waiting for GCN to pop up in underrated overrated 😂 Racing coverage is amazing, I also love their travel videos as well as weird races (Dr. Bridgewood racing 1000km, for example), great content. However, some stuff has just been recycled so damn much like "how to clean your bike" being reuploaded anytime a company sponsors them a pressure washer. Generally enjoy most of their content for whom it is aimed at.

[@markusseppala6547]

I wonder how many videos there are already about "Amateur on a super bike vs pro on a entry level bike"

[@kaih.3122]

German speaking here: My main argument on speed limits for bikes and general abidance to the applicable road laws is "anticipation". Crossings, right of way, overtaking etc. in an interaction based scenario are significantly safer if everyone can properly anticipate other people's actions, because all follow the same set of rules. Just as an example, motorists pull out in front of me regularly against the traffic laws, because they expect the road cyclist to be as slow as the other pushbikers. Speeding would very often make it impossible to break in time, especially with a lot of traffic all around.

[@petertreadway]

‘Get a selfie with him. Get the thumbnail’ genuinely made me LOL! 😂 Glad you got away from that situation unscathed though.

[@Dustydayzz]

This setup looks so much better and organic to yall personalities. And the audio is mwah

[@ColdDarkNorth.]

Is a river. Has a viaduct *at the head* called Ribblehead. Also a Valley. Either side of the river. ;)

[@mskaira302]

When it comes to the speed limit issue I try to abide by a few personal rules. outside of town my speed is regulated by conditions. Then when I get to a town and/or get onto a multiuse path I slow down. I feel these rules help to make care drivers less angry, and pedestrians and myself safer. It is all about curtesy.

[@waygonner]

Whoa, whoa, whoa! Logic enters the room. Careful with that!

[@wildmano1965]

I agree. But I love how it's always the people driving the things that cause 43,000 deaths a year in the US alone are always pointing the fingers at cyclists. Jeeesus.

[@gur262]

I'm not a fast cyclist. I'm not a trained cyclist. My top speed on flat, ever , is 45 kmh. Sure I go slower if the infrastructure doesn't allow more but it should allow me to go as fast as I can. It does for cars to go50. N I can listen to some ........ Say I'm going to fast if I go 35.

[@K777John]

I live in St Neots Cambridgeshire and there are a small number of lad’s who tear around on small off-road motorcycles with full balaclavas on, no helmets and usually sun glasses-the bikes are unregistered (not road legal) and look fairly intimidating. I haven’t heard of them doing anything other than being a bloody nuisance-yet. Carbon fibre-yep, been there done that-I used to windsurf and masts and booms were made of carbon fibre-when they break you have to handle the bits VERY carefully-the splinters will work their way out eventually. Glasses for riding-I used to wear glasses all the time for riding, I was short sighted and my glasses were photochromic so didn’t need sunglasses. This worked fine until I was knocked off my bike by a car, landed face down and trashed my glasses…… I have since had cataract operations on both eyes so now have 20:20 distance vision so can wear cycling sunglasses-but I have to wear reading glasses to read anything……. Keep up the good work you guys. 👍

[@SnappyWasHere]

Captain Negative was in full force today! Francis is so happy and polite, the contrast is funny.

[@SpillOppMaker]

Strikes me as a narrow minded guy. I think I'm done with this stuff.

[@SnappyWasHere]

@@SpillOppMaker When I was a kid I was very negative and argumentative like he is. I got beat so much I became a lot more calm by the time I was adult. lol

[@wgthn5103]

I do agree that the argumentative nature can be quite awkward at times though

[@SnappyWasHere]

@@jubeman Talk about negative and argumentative. Calm down and eat an edible @jubeman

[@adamweb]

Commenting again to say I have the Ribble Ultra SL R with those crazy aero handlebars and I still love it! The turn blockers take some getting used to but many aero bikes are doing this now, especially with one piece bar and stems. The grippy coating on the drops is sufficient for me and I like the clean look of no bar tape!

[@sarahdisco-dolly1150]

RXSport do great prescription sun lenses for all of the major cycling brands of eyewear.

[@andym1056]

I don’t think being regulated in the same way would make a difference to anti cyclists. You always see them saying cyclists run red lights, where I love the ratio of motor vehicles jumping red lights to cyclists is 99% vehicles 1% bikes, and let’s face it accidents will be worse from a motor vehicle jumping a red

[@sempi8159]

Agreed. Anti cyclist will keep being anti no matter how much you try. Lets not give up the great things of cycling for no reason

[@lifeincycling]

Nice another podcast, I've been watching one per day this week. Studio's still missing a wacky waving inflatable tube man (and his fan, and a chance to make a Fantani pun)

[@DanielButler92]

Yeah it's much more fitting

[@rejuvenatebikes]

Interesting yeah I think a key point with speed limits is that not many cyclists have a display of their speed on their bikes (I don’t). Enforcing this would mean everyone would need to use a phone/bike computer head unit, which in turn would lead to all bikes having to be sold with one. For less experienced riders, looking at their speed would mean they’re not looking at the road so this would likely increase accidents, but with e-bikes becoming so prevalent I guess this issue will be discussed more and more from here on out…

[@bugsygoo]

The other thing to consider is the mass of a car versus a bike. At any given speed the mass of a car is going to cause much more damage than a bike. That also affects stopping times.

[@SoJahSeh91]

I mean I feel the problem with all those arguments is that they can apply to cars as well. Want fewer pedestrian accidents? Have fewer pedestrians and more drivers. Seatbelts are “barriers to entry”, etc. any sort of restriction is met with cries of “oh this makes less accessible!” Other activities are the problem, not mine, I should be able to do whatever I want.

[@rob-c.]

@@SoJahSeh91the difference being that the cost for bringing in the regulation and administrating it would far outweigh the benefit - this cannot be said for the safety features in cars. It’s the same for a ‘road tax’ for bicycles - it would cost way more to send the letter out than they get back in tax.

[@mintymilkk]

I'm glad Francis has a decent platform for his opinions. It's rare that you find people with reach who have ridden bikes enough to see how much of a joke the cycling vs anti-cycling discourse is... compared to a politician or driver who's never ridden a bike in their life. It's about appeasing drivers to maintain a status quo where they don't have to feel bad about their entitlement of taking up 5x the space of a bicycle, making 10x the noise, producing 100x the emissions, and killing 1000x the people. More people on bikes 100% is the thing that makes it safer

[@frankzijnsofa]

Going out of the studio is sooo much better. The set breaths a lot more and gives a nice backdrop. Soundquality went up by a ton as well. Sucks to have invested in the studio I imagine, but it's so much better out of it!

[@TheTasskaff]

I like Ribble because they do steel frames for an affordable price. I love my Endurance 725!

[@elliotthopkins8174]

Thanks for the tip about the knobbers on the mopeds. I was out there last weekend.

[@MW-ud8zp]

28:15 "so the same applies to a car then" ABSOLUTELY NOT

[@jeffholder1156]

Love the content. Catching up on old vids.

[@htonmusic]

I’m an optometrist who rides road, Mtb and gravel. I own some frames that I use everyday which have the same coverage as cycling glasses. They are photochromatic and prescription so they double as everyday sunglasses. I do use contact lenses but will try to avoid them for dustier rides. If you do contact lenses. Pack a vial of Systane drops just in case a car blows past you and puts up a cloud of dust. If you’re a contact lense wearer I would recommend a set of photochromic non prescription riding glasses. If it is offered, I would recommend polycarbonate frames. Ensure your glasses temples and nose pads are well fitted so they don’t fall off easily. If they have any movement from you shaking your head. Consider taking your glasses to your optician to remould the frame.

[@t1p1may0]

Great sound with the new condenser mics, especially with the studio setting guys!

[@workshopninjathe1st]

I grew up in Hackney and worked for Mosquito bikes in islington - I would say you escaped injury and theft that day. The number of people I have personally dealt with who have been injured by “scooter boys” either stealing their bikes at gun/knife point - or more commonly their panniers while commuting. The protagonists are nearly always teenagers…

[@1chi]

It's important to have a performance level groupset with mechanical shifting. Hope Shimano holds this line. Performance bike pundits generally lack perspective on what most bicyclists are looking to spend and what the overall marketplace's level of interest is in electronic shifting.

[@isharamet]

I remember Ribble selling rebranded Dedacciai bikes (which at the time were still made in Italy) and for the price were quite a good deal. I also remember times when Planet-X had a few bikes made by Sarto.

[@thenorthwestcyclist]

Hey guys, love the videos. Just out of interest, what watches are you guys wearing? Not too sure on Jimmi’s strap colour choice but the watch itself looks mint 👍🏻

[@Jimmidoesstuff]

I’m wearing the Marq Aviator. And Francis the Garmin Epix 2 Pro.

[@lazylonewolf]

I don't watch you guys that much, but thank goodness you guys are safe.

[@ezquiel700c]

the kicker does move if you set it up correctly. Its not by much but considerably more than kicker core and makes it a lot more comfortable

[@rok1373]

Great podcast this one! Panda pops caught me off guard 😂, no idea how you guys had such a serious chat without breaking face. I love panda pops, red one was the bee's knees! Do it Francis 🙏!

[@Cade_Media]

I am glad we officially have one customer already

[@alex-murphy]

😂exactly

[@alex-murphy]

@@Cade_Mediaif you were to have a bash at restoring a former fizzy drinks company you’d officially have two customers 👍

[@DavidWilliams93]

​@@Cade_MediaI recommend "Cade Cola" if you can't get the rights to Panda pops

[@lifeincycling]

Prescription inserts work for me (Rudy Project, same ones for the last many years) but then occasionally it will get crap between the actual 'outside' glasses and the inserts, and you'll have to take out the insert gently (with fear that you'll either break it, or your frame) to clean it and put it back (it's actually sturdy but feels the tiny notches might be prone to breaking which would render the whole thing useless). Emily's insert issue could be related to her prescription 'numbers' or type, or just shoddy workmanship. I found a little shop in my home country/city that will do them well happily, if something happens to my inserts I'm hopping on a flight. If you can get Disney to sponsor the channel then Jimmi can get unlimited number of other Grogu things and not just a Garmin VivoFit Jr 3. PandaPops can have Pump Action Francis on them. I think GCN is still underrated including their YT channel, even with the occasional heavily sponsored bad video. I acknowledge they were overrated in the past when they overdid sponsors.

[@michaelhayward7572]

Ref GCN road racing news/ highlight reel commentaries etc, nothing on YT comes close to Lanterne Rouge. I didn't even follow road bike racing stuff until i discovered his channel. Superb.

[@michafedorowicz9370]

I had the same issue with inserts! Awfull fisheye effects. 4th option is laser surgery which is superb option.

[@Desertmouth]

Two lads in london tried knocking me off my bike near Tottenham hale. wearing balaclavas... didnt realise im 6'10 and 130kg hahaha

[@MW-ud8zp]

Very dissapointed in you guys being supportive of drivers going over the speed limit 28:40.

[@sempi8159]

Agree.

[@FatBlokeDoingStuff]

100% with the contacts. I use daily disposables for bike rides and surfing.

[@dandevvers]

Overrated/Underrated - Time bikes. Are they as good as the “buzz” suggests? If I ever get enough cash to buy a new bike, I’d be torn between Time or Custom Steel (just the two which appeal to me atm).

[@Jeromin]

Underrated. One of the last few companies that makes their own carbon frames with a admittedly better method than the Chinese moulds still made in the EU (previously France now Slovakia with the same equipment) I have a Time Fluidity 2019 disc made in France. The build quality on them is insane I have the raw gloss carbon and any company willing to put their carbon weave on display (newer models paint over a lot granted). I've had only one issue and it was used error overtightened my seatpost and cracked it and have a new one showing up today. The bike feels great, stiff yet responsive, mine is about 7.2kg with assiamo duo shi pedals

[@dandevvers]

@@Jeromin Thanks for for the detailed reply. They certainly look the part and haven’t heard anything but good things👍

[@rubenjodar8699]

Much as it bothers me, I believe Jimmy to be right: if as cyclists we were subject to the same regulations and penalties as drivers, at least they would find it harder to justify all that hatred some people show us out there on the roads

[@bikelawbloke]

I’m torn about the whole gearing thing. I’ve taken to cycling over the last few years and my mileage, usage and (fairly modest) achievements so far in challenging myself, probably mean I’ve earned myself the right to a ‘decent’ bike for my 50th birthday next year. So I’m planning what I’ll hope for - big decision will be whether to go Di2 or stay mechanical, but I’m also really keen that I don’t really want or need 12-sp gearing. 11-sp is annoying enough - I probably enjoy my 9-sp gravel bike more than my 11-sp road bike but if I do want to go Di2, I either have to go 12-sp 105 or hope I can still find an 11-sp Ultegra. Frustrating to have to choose.

[@hananas2]

Here in Belgium speed limits technically do apply to bicycles, but since most people including myself don't have any way of monitoring their speed no one really cares as long as you're not doing totally crazy speeds around people

[@thisnameisrandom]

The speed limits also means that a car is expecting someone coming along the road to be going the speed limit. So if they pull out and you're going a lot faster than they expect it could end badly for the cyclist

[@OldDavo1950]

I bought the Ribble Nero Corsa frame and Chorus group with Zonda wheels off Ribble in 2014. Exchange rate to Aussie dollar was favorable. All up with all the other bits was about $3000au. The frame I beleive was based on the Casati just branded Ribble. Carbon fork with Alloy steerer. Still ride it to this day. Nice bike.

[@62north]

For sunglasses I typically use "Polaroid over glasses", not perfect but works well enough.

[@ArnageLM]

Man, I love the realism of Jim. The entire 105 segment is truth.

[@richardbarnhill4794]

I have the Ribble 872 Disc and I bought it just over a year ago. Bought it mainly because mechanical 105 + carbon frame, delivered (to the US) for a really good price. I've put over 1500 miles on it so far and it's been a real solid endurance bike! I had no idea about their history and to be honest, I was sort of "influenced" by Cam Jeffers because outside of him, I would have never known about the brand. It is also nice here in the US to ride a bike that many people don't have!

[@mathewrose2951]

You're right about the profit margins on trainers. When Elite put their trainers on a super sale around 18 months ago, I bought two of them for what they'd initially been asking for one. Then I sent one to our house in the US and paid 100% import duty to get the other one into the country where I'm living, giving me one of the few smart turbo trainers in Central America. I'll probably be able to sell it for two or. three times what I paid for it when we're ready to leave, though, so there's that.

[@lolbubs11111]

CUES is all 11-speed sized. 11-speed chains, 11-speed spacing at the cassette, 11-speed cable pull ratio. The smaller 9/10 versions are literally just smaller clusters that are slightly cheaper to manufacture.

[@Cade_Media]

I thought this might be the case - shame you lose the benefits of a chunky 9 speed chain!

[@1almendz]

With respect to the speed limits, I think they are particularly important in the age of e-bikes. Those allow inexperienced riders to ride at speeds that can only be achieved after years of riding, amazing physical shape, excellent bike handling capabilities, etc. So, those folks are much more likely to hurt themselves and people walking. Hence, speed limits should be strongly enforced on all vehicles on the road. When e-bikes are regulated differently than normal bikes, require license tabs, a driver's license with permission to ride powered vehicles, rules about using helmets, etc, only then we can separate them from human-powered bikes.

[@Jimb0b1111]

E bikes have a motor and are subject to speed restrictions. Anything else is a motor bike and should be registered, mot'ed, taxed and insured.

[@adamweb]

In the USA, bicycles are considered vehicles and must obey speed limits. My buddy actually received a speeding citation on his bike for bombing down a street while a motorcycle cop was "preparing to direct school traffic" He has the ticket framed in his garage! 😆

[@cneubert28]

In the US we have the Kia Boys. I know this since they ripped out the steering wheel column out of my car.

[@donjuandeaustria1213]

I get us Americans forgetting Campy offers 12 speed, mechanical, rim brake at both the Chorus and Record levels, but you Euros have no excuse! Chainreaction has a full Chorus groupset for $1100, and was recently at 950 iirc. It's more expensive than 105, but not absurdly so, especially if you're doing a complete newbuild with Campy freehubs.

[@JamJarST]

My friend and I bought Ribble Gravel bikes just before the first lockdown, nice spec for the price, but the build quality leaves a bit to be desired.

[@BarePotato]

For prescription eyewear insert, I think not all of them are equal. I've tried several brands and found Rudy Project the best so far. For others... they are curved or has frame so vision is limited or width/height is insufficient so cannot see headunit or etc.

[@leissp1]

Well done guys!

[@crankshoptv8141]

Having just used an SLX 12s cassette because my XTR went back under warranty (due to a creak) I don't think XTR is worth the (almost triple) money for 95% of riders.

[@mec1]

I sometimes wear my normal glasses for cycling and sometimes prescription sports glasses (Oakley frame with opticians' lens). For short-sightedness, the stronger the prescription, the more problem there is likely to be with distortion at the edge. Thick edges may also be too thick to fit some frames. Strong prescriptions in a lot of sports frames won't work well enough. However, you can minimize distortion by choosing frames that fit moderately sized lenses (not large, because they will have a thicker edge) and that don't wrap the lenses around much. I like mine. They are clearer than my normal glasses because I don't use them every day! I don't really wear sunglasses, so I chose clear rather than tinted lenses.

[@virtualmartijn]

Going above certain prescriptions there is no option but to go for an Rx Clip. Ended up with Rudy Project with photochromic glasses and an Rx Clip myself.

[@danielakerman8241]

Regarding speed limits: 1) as an American, it’s surprising to hear that motorists get fined for exceeding the limit by 9mph. Here, that’s a regular occurrence that rarely gets ticketed. 2) cyclists here share the road with cars and are subject to the same rules of the road (as it should be). 3) Local laws will vary everywhere, as will enforcement, so it’s impossible to generalize how this should be handled.

[@alynlambert4855]

I have the Ribble Endurance SLr, which James pointed out recently is more race than endurance, also the same bike as Lawrence used to have (actually rode it with Lawrence on his for part of his London to Edinburgh in 2 days ride a couple of years ago) - anyway, I love it. Had it for about 4 years and it out performs bikes that are a lot more money that my mates have, also looks great all black. Kudos to Ribble... interested to try the Ultra one day that you mention here.

[@MrPharmageek]

The dorky option for cycling with prescription glasses: clip on shades. I look like a tool, but I can see in direct sunlight

[@mitza6162]

Was just at a shimano dealer day last week, mostly on cues but they also had the new 105 and GRX stuff there with an angry man making sure you didnt take photos. The cues stuff is flat bar only and we only got "no comment" on drop bar versions but its all pretty low price

[@jimgriffin7367]

Would love to see some candid footage from the ridealong.

[@egonheuson]

In fact, when it comes to speed limits, it's important not to lose sight of the fact that they have been calculated for motorized vehicles with a certain mass and braking capacity. A car does not have the same braking distance as a bicycle at equivalent speeds. So, let's say we choose to actually impose the speed limit for bicycles, in particular to protect children, the elderly, etc. In fact, we'd have to set two separate speed limits for bikes and cars. In the same way that trucks can't travel at the same speed as cars on the freeway, for example. And then we'd probably have a 45km/h limit for bikes and a 30km/h limit for cars, for example.

[@paulmassey6228]

I work not far from where your based in newcastle, we have had the moped guys around trying to steal motorbikes using cordless angle grinders, apparently northumbria police spend 2 hours chasing them with the helicopter recently and still couldnt catch them :(

[@rancescott]

Optilabs do great prescription sunglasses. I’ve also got sunglasses with inserts equally these are great. I have a very strong prescription so should be able to sort most sight afflicted people.

[@overbikedrandonneuring]

Contacts are uncomfortable for me, so I've been using prescription lenses and photochromatic prescription lenses for some time. Limited frame styles to choose from, but much better than inserts. Getting sweat drops stuck between the main lens and the insert lens is annoying.

[@donavinnezar]

i run a 3x9 , the crank is stamped steel and the casette is full steel 7 years of commuting and some poor care later only did i replace the crank and casette

[@shimona500]

In 12 speed world it will make a difference if you put 105 cassette on ultegra, since 105 cassettes and chains don't have hyperglide+

[@twowheelutopia]

Did you report the Bowes Moped incident to the Police? I ride around those lanes all the time! It needs reporting for sure.

[@Quevallyn]

12spd mechanical means your rear derailleur is going to have to be perfectly set up to avoid any issues with shifting.

[@williwacker2774]

Ratio-upgraded SRAM mechanical 12-speed isn't any more fiddly than SRAM 11-speed in my experience. Don't see why Shimano wouldn't be able to achieve this.

[@maxlloyd3740]

I run Oakleys with a prescription as don't like putting stuff in my eyes! Bought some Oakleys off Ebay and got a local company to make the lenses ( there are a few about now) and sold the original Oakley lenses. The prescription lenses cost me about £90 rather than the £250 that Oakley charge. Just bought some Sungods so gonna see if they can make some for those too! 🤞

[@_Just_Some1]

I’m searching for a company to make lenses. Would you mind sharing the name of the company you used? Thanks.

[@maxlloyd3740]

@@_Just_Some1 Hi, The company I used was called Framed eyewear based in Rugby, Warwickshire. Regards, Max.

[@stuartpotter4923]

I remember when Ribble were the place you bought groupsets on, by calling them up with their big pricelist ad in Cycling Weekly in front of you. I bought my first 'fancy' group from them back in the early 90s.

[@andrewcockburn7484]

Ribble to me = blue frames with mudguard fittings and cheap rubinos for the winter bike. They've completely changed now.

[@fennec13]

My friend and I ride bikes that are about $6k worth of bike - so we are always aware of whats going on - be careful out there guys -

[@johnrafael4110]

yeah man I live in southern California and luckily I haven't had any problems but yeah I don't leave my house on the bike without my pepper spray. especially at night rides.

[@randyhale4181]

I've got a prescription set of Oakleys and they work quite well for me but maybe that's because my eyesight hasn't changed in the last 6 years. I tried contacts but I had a hard time putting them in. Great show guys keep up the good work👍🏼

[@trek520rider2]

I've used Optilabs cycling specs for cycling and everything else for years. Love 'em

[@Mickthemove_]

Are you sure the groupset bundling website was not Merlin, they still do great deals on complete groupsets...

[@impaledface7694]

I wear my normal glasses while riding. Contacts are great but sometimes either I mess up or it's spring time and my eyes get demolished by the allergies. Would rather just squint a little while going fast down a hill with my regular glasses.

[@jolavelle5713]

Thanks for answering my question.😊

[@paullinnitt5450]

Jimmy makes an excellent point that speeding is another stick for disgruntled drivers to beat us. One difference between bikes and cars is that on a bike you are more vulnerable, so you will be more observant and cautious. A friend did motorcross. When he got new body armour he was immediately faster - on the same bike and track. Feel safe, go faster and vice versa.

[@celyda2]

The high end Kickr does move. It's got squishy foot pads that allow the movement.

[@garrywhelan9211]

Partner with Disney and get animated? I could maybe see you two as a slightly hairy Morph and Chas! 😂

[@jakubwierzbicki6219]

13:05: on the lower end side everything Shimano makes is cross-compatible up to and including 9 speed (other than number of sprockets and shifter - these have to match, obviously), so Cues is going to solve a non existing problem here.

[@m1mbz]

I remember the old Ribble webstore that Francis refers to, I almost bought their blue bike a couple of times, and I have a more recent Ribble CGR which is a much more refined bike, which I use as a winter/wet weather bike. I do wish their paint jobs were a bit nicer though, as it doesn't help sell their bikes. I kind of wish Shimano would keep Tiagra 10 speed, although I'm interested to see if Shimano CUES will be it's equal or better perhaps.

[@HegelsBikeMechanic]

I wish the new 105 12-sp was mechanical disc brakes too (not to mention a rim brake version). Oh well, I can buy a full Ultegra 11-sp, rim brake on Merlin for $750. Plus no need to upgrade wheels.

[@redauwg911]

just here for the talking dog at the 1 hour mark🤣

[@jackcoltrane2610]

I love this background

[@bikelawbloke]

“It would be better … if anyone on a bike was regulated in the same way as anyone in a car.” I don’t think Jimmy believes this for a single minute - OR that Jimmy doesn’t understand that extent of the regulation on drivers and cars. The consequence of his statement is cyclists requiring: - Driving licence for a bicyle. - MOT on a bicycle over 3yrs old. - Compulsory third-party insurance. - Registration plates. - Indicators - No riding off road trails - No riding on pavements (yes, I know it’s unlawful, but it’s subject to public policy which discourages enforcement, esp for children and those riding carefully and slowly whereas any driving on a pavement could see prosecution). - Liability for breath-testing and enforceable drink-ride limits. - Points system for the bicycle licence, with disqualification periods for serial offenders. I have to wonder whether he would also like full crash helmets as worn by motorcyclists, given those regulations for two-wheeled riders? Is that really what he meant or did he say something he didn’t actually mean?! It’s obvious by the end of that section that he doesn’t really mean what he says because he’s ultimately arguing against compulsory registration plates for bicycles. Guess what Jimmy, registration plates are compulsory regulation on cars, which is the phrase you opened with! So you obviously don’t believe what you say.

[@jonathanrobinson2628]

I had a custom built Ribble bike in 2000. 64cm scandium alloy frame, Campag Daytona. It was very nice, and only £1066 (oh how expensive bikes are now). My issue with Ribble now is that they don't build any bikes past 58cm. It's exclusionary for us tall guys (I'm 203cm) especially as 58cm is probably too small for many guys at 190cm.

[@DanTuber]

You should do a video comparing new 105 mechanical vs old dura ace mechanical. Blind test in a trainer to see which one feels smoother to shift.

[@litespud]

Hard to do a blind test because the shifters would feel different - the user will know which one they’re using and this will bias the test

[@Bandyrobs1]

We should all abide by the rules irrespective of how many wheels we are on. There is danger for motorists and cyclists who break the speed limit. Unfortunately, not everyone is equally competent on a bike..or a car, so you have to apply rules to make sure there are limits.

[@a1white]

105 12 Speed mechanical IS exciting as it means Shimano have not given up on mechanical, just yet, for mid-level groupsets

[@sempi8159]

Yea but they removed rim brakes soooooo i dunno

[@edmundas919]

They f*ckd up gear ratios. no more 39-53 chainrings and only cassettes are 11-34 and 11-36

[@a1white]

11-34 with a compact would be fine for me (I have 10 speed 12-28 currently with 50/34) but yeah a 11-30 option would have been good, but I guess that's the way the industry is going with lower gears. Do they offfer different ratio's in other 12 speeds? Ultegra, for example? @@edmundas919

[@aglees2b]

105 mechanical isn't exciting, but surely it's the most necessary? What? No rim-brake??!? Scrap my original comment.

[@curtvaughan2836]

Indeed - the folks who prefer mechanical to electric group sets tend to also prefer rim brakes. The idea is to keep things relatively simple, non-electric, and light weight.