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Flecc but what about that startling finding that was posted earlier, that out of a random selection of 20 drivers, only 1 passed his driving theory test. I guess a minimalist change approach, would be to make anyone involved in an accident or done for careless driving re-sit their test...

I wonder if option 2) was used would it be high cost to implement re-testing every 10 years for everyone which wouldn't necessarily reduce accidents or improve road safety, so be a waste of time? What do people think?

Ok a quick poll... What are you views on the following: 1) Cyclists should be made to sit a cycling proficiency test to learn the Highway code before being allowed to ride on roads. 2) It should be mandatory for all motorists to re-seat their driving test, at least once every 10 years. 3)...

Shocking. I wonder how the public would react if they brought in compulsory re-testing every 5-10 years or something for all motorists? Or maybe just for those over 40-60. That would cost a lot of money I imagine and disruption and maybe it wouldn't reduce the amount of accidents on roads and...

Thanks Alan, I'll take some pics and find out all the existing parts and then we can decide which parts can stay and which need to go.. I'm thinking if I do change, to keep everything Shimano (which is the existing brand used on bike and I know works well) and I can use the SIS index shift...

This question has probably been asked a zillion times before but I can't remember what the consensus was... a lot of manufacturers state that on receiving devices with Li-Ion batteries in, you're to leave them on charge for a full 24 hours before using the device/battery... Is there any real...

I agree, take your time to weigh up the pros and cons and consider the cost and weights.. Lipo is a good economical and lightweight option, no import VAT/expensive shipping hassles etc..but the trade-off is the higher maintenance and load balancing requirement etc... I know people here say it's...

That's true I guess.. probably primarily because we don't have to sit any test to cycle on the roads.. and many who have never driven a car are just completely ignorant to road safety and the Highway Code. When I was a boy that safe cycling used to be actively encouraged and we had the cycle...

On the subject of lights, the "Flashlight" app on my HTC Desire puts out an astonishing amount of light for a single LED on the phone!! I used it last night and it actually illuminates the pathway or even a road, quite well, better than my bicycle light does!! I like how it has a touch...

He probably has two batteries, one for his motor and one for his lights ;-) His light obsession is almost as bad as mine and Kitchenman's camera obsessions, I can't stop buying them, got quite a collection now! Everything from keyring cams, pocket cams, to big old camcorders..and state of the...

I'm thankful I don't live in London or any big urban area and where I live is mostly rural.. even in my small town though whenever I go on the busier roads I sometimes encounter hostility and impatient drivers. I think it's just a fact of life wherever you live, people can be unpleasant on the...

It's true, but programs like this have to be careful I think they can create public perceptions of cycling as a dangerous thing or that all cyclists are not safe on roads etc..as others have said, vast majority are experienced and sensible cyclists..only a few give the rest a bad name..which the...

I'm not sure Dave and this is a good point you make I didn't realise.. I will take some pics later and post up. I have 9-spd at moment but I'm downgrading to 7-spd... I expect to change the shifter, but maybe my derailleur could stay, but I was thinking the shorter one might be better for not...

I know what you mean eHomer, I found this out the expensive way too.. I loaded £10 of credit on my GiffGaff HTC and rather naively I didn't realise using the map apps required mobile-internet to work! I just assumed it downloaded the maps using WiFi and then overlayed your position using the...

Nokia is combining data gathered by lasers and cameras to make interactive 3D images of cities. Nokia smells an opportunity. Maps have become one of the most closely-watched battlegrounds in tech after a user-backlash led Apple to apologise for the quality of its iOS6 Maps update. The...

Another one, I like Shimano they been around along time.. Shimano Tourney RD-FT30 Tourney Short Cage Rear Derailleur This one is shortest in their range and claims to be recommended for 16" wheels. Same price as Sunrace one above, £9.

I will abide too. I'd be crushed if my new mezzo got taken and mashed up by the bill.

Ha,I just saw this derailluer coat

What's the deal with "actuation ratio" on derailleurs? Some have 1:1 and some have 2:1, different standards, some hardware is incompatible with others eh? So which is best for actuation ratio? And what does it mean in real terms? I'm looking at short cage derailleurs for my Mezzo, seen this...

bit nippy out *frozen nostrils* ;) warmer in the fridge!