Ep. 62: Tyre Trouble Threatens 200km DIY Audax

[@MP-th4nx]

I hope you keep making these videos, I really enjoy watching them. Thanks for sharing the ride. (from Australia)

[@SaddleSore]

That’s kind of you. I’ll film the more significant rides, but I’m not sure I’m up for filming every time I get on my bike… there’s no point making vids just for the sake of it, or worse, to chase subscriptions, likes or kudos!

[@davewatt8840]

That was a close one with the tyre, good to see you back Paul 👌

[@SaddleSore]

Nice to be back Dave. I think. I’m never quite sure. I still haven’t worked out why I make these videos or if I really enjoy doing it!

[@randelscyclevlogperthwa7342]

You deserve a big hand 👏 . Very entertaining although we still haven't been invited to your house, to check out the drinks cabinet.

[@SaddleSore]

Oh, you should see the drinks cabinet… it’s walk-in size!

[@cathschofield7488]

What a shame I live in Wilmslow and would have given you a tyre. That bike shop in Alderley has only been open a few weeks, they’re really nice guys but the shop is very high end so I don’t know, yes their coffee is good !

[@SaddleSore]

I’ll pop in next time Cath! Milk, no sugar please.

[@crazypedaller]

Yep. PBP was certainly eventful this time. See you at LEL. Thanks for sharing. 👍

[@SaddleSore]

LEL25 is going to be a beaut!

[@paulholding8695]

Looking for a cheap tyre in Alderley Edge 😂 Nice to see you back 👍

[@SaddleSore]

Yeah… nowt cheap in AE!!

[@Bijou-Bob]

You need to see someone about that hand 👋. Enjoyed 🎥 👍

[@SaddleSore]

Thanks BB!

[@evotista]

HI Paul ... can I ask what specific clip on tri bars you're running from Deda (noticed them in the vid when you stopped at the bike shop in Alderley Edge) and are they with riser extensions? I need to get some sorted myself. Keep the videos going, they're a great source of entertainment!

[@SaddleSore]

Hi, thanks for your words of encouragement! The aero bars are Deda Parabolica Uno. You might have to buy the risers separately. Be aware that most aero bars are 22mm diameter, but Deda are 24mm… it can make finding computer/light mounts tricky but not impossible.

[@evotista]

@@SaddleSore Thanks for this ... 1 final question ... do the parabolica Uno's come with pads for the elbow cups ? ... all the pictures online seem to show no pads ... do you have to buy these separately?

[@SaddleSore]

@evotista mine came with pads.

[@adamwatkins]

a hand that big should have been able to fashion a repair i'd wager. I think you just liked the bloke from Wigan

[@SaddleSore]

Blokes from Wigan give me goosebumps!

[@TimGRawson]

🙋🏻‍♂️ I am that bloke. It’s not unusual. I give everyone goosebumps. 😂

[@SaddleSore]

We just need to dip you in a vat of self tanning lotion, then you’ll be marriage material!

[@l139x3]

Long wait, mediocre content, missed you Paul! Really think black tyres look much better on your bike than tans. (not talking about fake tans)

[@SaddleSore]

Thanks! Both tyres are now black. And my skin is now an oompah lumpah orange.

[@alastairwright77]

Always interesting when something out of the ordinary happens. Lucky that bike shop was so nearby. Enjoyable nonsense 🙂

[@SaddleSore]

You’re right… it was a fairly mundane ride until the tyre intervened. And yes, nonsense is my forte!

[@C345OFR]

Ah, so _that's_ what that thing in your logo is?! A silhouette of a donkey's head, eh? I thought it was something Donnie Darko-esque...

[@SaddleSore]

Maybe the Donkey should be called Donnie?

[@C345OFR]

@@SaddleSore Great idea!

[@totalrepawns]

no donkeys !

[@SaddleSore]

Frustratingly so.

[@danfresca8033]

Hiyaaaaaa 😂