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    Woosh Zephyr-B review

    if you by a zoom xtech bleed kit, it'll come with 2 syringes but in practice, you only need one syinge and some mineral oil, using d8veh method. It's quick and easy. If the hose is damaged, it's difficult to replace the hose yourself, the part is standard, a good bike shop should have the tools...
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    Mid drive

    You can get the KTM Ventura 9 for £1,600 http://www.directcarparts.co.uk/cycling-c6/electric-bikes-c16/ktm-ventura-cross-9-electric-bike-with-shimano-steps-drive-unit-system-p1532/s1549 A similar bike (with Shimano Steps) from China will cost about $1,200 FOB. Add all the usual importation...
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    Brexit, for once some facts.

    the BBC has an article drawing parallel with Switzerland. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-37155058 Basically, the Swiss voted in February 2014 for control of its borders and limit immigration. According to their constitution, Swiss government has until March 2017 to implement the 'will...
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    Brexit, for once some facts.

    Jeremy Corbyn can always asks for the question of article 50 to be debated in the House of Commons. I suspects he lends his discreet support to the brexit cause.
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    Fold up bike

    the 3-speed hub gear is easier to handle than 8-speed derailleur, you can change gear while stationary and also it's quicker to change, just a quick flick of the wrist. The Gale has the same Bafang SWXH motor as many e-bikes with rear hub, its small wheels give better torque so weight and hills...
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    Fold up bike

    you will have to rule the woosh zephyr-B out. It has 26" wheels, not good for your Fabia. The only woosh bike that you can consider if you want to is the Gale, you can easily put two side by side. The Zephyr-CDN is another candidate but out of stock at the moment. http://wooshbikes.co.uk/?gale
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    Our replacement for the EU?

    Mike, put yourself for a minute in the place of flud's daughter living and working in the South of France. My children live and work in Europe too.
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    Our replacement for the EU?

    let's just wait and see. I don't see the CW is the answer. IDS voiced the word 'neverendum' today in the Sun (where else?) If brexit was such a good idea, more voices would have added to his demand.
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    Our replacement for the EU?

    you mean a solution that satisfies our need to control others? I don't think it's going to work.
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    Our replacement for the EU?

    that one country aspect is what a lot of people are attracted to. One of the best examples is European healthcare.
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    Our replacement for the EU?

    we've gone way past the confines of the CW. The EU is essentially the Single Market. It has taken European countries half a centrury to get to the point where one could realistically grow up in Germany, go to university in the UK, work in France and retire to Italy. Geography aside, there are...
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    Brexit, for once some facts.

    Mike, I think you are mistaken. As other posters have already pointed out, the referendum is only advisory. David Cameron made the promise on behalf of his government, placing the result of the referendum over and above parliament's will in anticipation. My remark implies that David Cameron...
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    Surprising how quick these Brexit price rises have happened

    if your commute does not involve big hills, replace the BBS01 with a front Aikema 100SX motor, save nearly £200 and 2kgs. http://www.aikema.com.cn/En_ArticleShow.asp?ArticleID=290
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    Surprising how quick these Brexit price rises have happened

    here is a cheap bike at a reasonable quality for every day commuting based on a suggestion made by yamdude: - Marin Fairfax with Nexus-8: £299 http://www.rutlandcycling.com/369669/products/marin-fairfax-sc2-ig-2016-hybrid-bike-black.aspx - a pair of Schwalbe MP 700c x 28c and innertubes £50 -...
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    Surprising how quick these Brexit price rises have happened

    that was calculated based on $1.30 exchange rate. KD bought his container(s) at $1.43 though. In fact, the importer margin needs to be around £200-£250 per bike to pay for staff (sales and support), carriage, premises and cover for cock-ups, leaving about £100 net profit per bike.
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    Why Derailleurs gears?

    beside cost, the main factor against the IGH is weight: 1,550g for a Nexus 7 or Nexus 8. The Nexus-3 weighs 600g, it's just about tolerable to fit on a 20" folder where the benefit of a perfect chainline justifies the 600g.
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    Brexit, for once some facts.

    it's kinda ironic that we place the result of the referendum over and above parliament. Result: three of the most economically challenged MPs get given the job of shaping our future.
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    Brexit, for once some facts.

    getting back to the main subject, The Independent has put the estimated cost of hiring extra staff and consultants to assist the 3 brexiteers at £5 billions. It will take 8 years to get out of the EU completely (if it happens at all, with all the legal challenges still to be heard in Court)...
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    Folding bike gears

    you have a point. Kalkhoff fit gear sensor inside the frame but don't know if Peugeot fit gear sensors too.
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    Brexit, for once some facts.

    I never took you for a racist and FWIW, I did not think you told derf to get lost. I have friends who immigrated from SA and became British citizens. They have an equal stake regarding brexit. Derf may carry a British passport.