Hoggs

This manifesto has to be a joke. I can't believe this is at all genuine. Or perhaps i am just a bit naive. What is his problem with disabled people? My old man didn't fight in the war so he could have his blue badge abolished. Well... he didn't fight in the war at all as he was only 2 in 1944 but you know what I mean. I wish it was a joke, I really do. However: http://m.stokesentinel.co.uk/arrested-stoke-on-trent-central-by-election-candidate-i-ve-done-nothing-wrong/story-30136133-detail/story.html jezuz this is why teaching old people to use the internet is a bad idea

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How the hell does he even get insurance with that many points????? Also this very subject is being discussed on the Jeremy Vine RAdio 2 show later *prepares to get angry*

This affects you a whole lot more than you probably think. Someone was telling me of a very very experienced rider who hadn't drank much all day and clocked up a lot of miles, then attempted a silly overtake. Make sure you have a good breakfast and take advantage of any free tea and coffee going at the training centre! I don't think this is very good of the school at all, especially if you have mentioned that you will be riding a geared bike. The whole point of the CBT is to ensure you have the basic skills needed to safely ride a bike on the road. To me, it feels they are trying to rush you through and get rid of you even though they are aware that you do not yet have the skills to safely ride on the roads on a geared bike. It isn't a test and there is no embarrassment at all at not being able to do it immediately - however if you are not confident after completing the training then it's all a bit pointless. I would seriously consider talking to the school and mentioning this, if they do not seem to be taking your safety seriously then I would consider going elsewhere. Just my two cents! It's dangerous out there on the roads on a bike. I did my CBT on a geared bike and had one to practise on but I think I just pootled around carparks and local roads (I was insured!) for a couple weeks before I really felt ready to tackle the commute (on the north circular which is a learning experience ) Anyways bottom line don't give up and keep us updated

Happy Birthday aleyj! Hope you have a great day

No motogp highlights on itv4 this season. You will need btsport or a dodgy stick Aww. I pay motogp.com money to watch it live online think it's cheaper than getting BT and they have all the old races from 1992 onwards

builds character! or that's what they tell you I may plan a trip to the black Country museum haven't been in years and was a fun day out as I recall (maybe less so if you lived through it!) they have an awesome sweet shop there too! forum ride out anyone?? Also "forum rules" ha! ha! hahahaha

it's in general chat now it's allowed to go off on tangents the rest of them have I've heard about first footing but did think twas mainly a Scottish thing.

coal is what Santa brings naughty children!! I have black country roots so I'm down with the coal

no claims bonus... right?

Hoggs is always right but yeah sadly you'll get a lot of people pulling out in front of you, your hawk sixth sense vision will develop at a great rate! any turns, driveways etc always expect someone to pull out and adjust your speed and position accordingly so when it does happen you'll be ready. riding in London I expect everyone to kill me at any opportunity

give all the guests buckets of tomatoes. pints awarded for accuracy and greatest number of hits

check out beefy with his fancy pants paid channels. If you're a pleb like me... ITV4 shows motogp and BSB highlights mid week. Last year channel 4 did WSB at some random time that I never figured out so watched them on 4od OH also when the tour de France is on I believe Eurosport shove all the WSB stuff on to QUEST which a free veiw channel

Any update on this *nosey nosey nosey* Yes, sorry! I got a message to say he (the training school boss I think) had managed to get through to my examiner and it should all be cleared up - guess I'll find out for definite when my new photocard arrives in the post! top stuff try and get a correct version of the certificate as well

Any update on this *nosey nosey nosey*

congrats Richard Real learning starts here, safe riding keep it shiny side up If my old memory serves Richard was doing it on a scooter so I believe as it's under a certain power it's A2 only.

I've moved the (well most think I missed some in all the wibble ) thatcher posts into General Chat if you wish to carry on do it over there

Oh like ALL OF ISLINGTON

Flattery will get you everywhere And apparently generation apple means autocorrect will just stick an I in front of anything nowadays

ah the figure of 8 and I turn... hated by all who come across them! wot Bonio said. head up DO NOT LOOK AT CONES

oops! I'm of the opinion if you're going to spoon it up though you may as well do it in a group so they can help pick you up take it the only human damage was pride based?

I always go before and try stuff on to get sizes etc... But the shop near me seems so much more expensive than the internet so I try, get sizes then buy online have you asked to see if they'll price match or at least meet you half way? they have a lot more overheads than online places and ironically loss of sales due to people just using them as a fitting room is probably pushing up the prices a smidge too. (not judging we all do it)

hmm but you're always wrong so...

oi Neil you playing this year