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  1. the_killjoy

    What a waste

    Uber crushing bikes. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52832791
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    Big Indficators

    https://creativeandhome.com/products/cyclers-led-signal-vest?fbclid=IwAR1dIWiYGyoaKFlG_QILq2QAraagWoBi7PhxWKMnlejQP2hnaTB-KzHFgDI
  3. the_killjoy

    Optimist

    I don't think they have a chance in hell of changing the law for their scooters, certainly not within a year. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-46103713
  4. the_killjoy

    Car Jump starter

    Having been caught with a flat battery on the car I think it is time to carry a jump starter with me. The question is should I go for a traditional sealed battery type like ...
  5. the_killjoy

    Flying batteries is a no no

    It's not just us who have trouble shipping batteries. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-44168300
  6. the_killjoy

    Competition

    https://www.facebook.com/westhillbikes/photos/a.1672853669693576.1073741828.1655922501386693/1920071461638461/?type=3&theater
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    Competition

    https://www.sainsburysmagazine.co.uk/win/win-a-raleigh-strada-elite-e-bike-worth-2-250
  8. the_killjoy

    How to carry 8 children

    This looks like an accident waiting to happen ~ and that's a hell of a low gearing judging by her pedaling.
  9. the_killjoy

    The internet of things

    Don't you just love the modern world. http://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/smart-lock-company-accidentally-locked-customers-out-of-their-homes-with-a-software-update_uk_5993f818e4b0e789a947f1df?hmu Wait till it happens to your self drive car :)
  10. the_killjoy

    Cheap tv offer

    I was watching the tv shopping channel Ideal World which had an electric folding bike discounted to £499, normally £699. Very much the basic underpowered bike we all look down on. However when you look at the reviews, assuming they are genuine, there are a lot of satisfied customers. This...
  11. the_killjoy

    Autonomous Car Racing

    It would be interesting to see how a group of autonomous cars would fare in a closed track race. Would they just follow each other round or would the real challenge be as to how aggressive the constructors could make the programming ~ assuming the rules specify no contact.
  12. the_killjoy

    London to Brighton

    The BHF have said that ebikes can now go on the London to Brighton. https://www.cyclingmadeeasy.co.uk/e-bikes-at-cycling-made-easy/bhf-back-pedal-e-bikes/
  13. the_killjoy

    Electric Planes

    Electric Planes in 10 years ~ having a laugh. Does anyone really believe that battery technology is going to progress such that in 10 years there will be 150 seater aircraft with a 300 mile range (which means 450 miles to allow for emergencies and diversions)...
  14. the_killjoy

    I assumed it was a windup

    I wouldn't worry too much about an illegal ebike as some policemen don't even know what the rules are for ordinary bikes. http://www.cyclingweekly.co.uk/news/latest-news/hampshire-police-apologise-flyer-threatening-cyclists-50-fine-not-wearing-helmet-311858
  15. the_killjoy

    Wisper controller

    There is always a lot of posts about different controllers/displays and I wondered if there is any benefit in retrofitting an old bike with a new one. I currently have an elderly 905 se which is totally reliable and goes as well as it ever did, but feeling in a tinkering mood I wondered if...
  16. the_killjoy

    Speed Bumps

    This will help you keep your speed down. http://metro.co.uk/2017/02/10/council-installs-speed-bumps-along-cycle-path-6439164/?ito=facebook
  17. the_killjoy

    Dremel

    Thinking of getting a Dremel but cannot decide whether to get the 3000 or the 4000, the latter is more powerful but feels a bit on the chunky side ~ any recommendations? Alternatively any other recommendations for other makes?
  18. the_killjoy

    Low cost tracker.

    http://techiefans.com/how-to-track-your-vehicle-on-the-cheap-using-your-smartphone-uk/?IM=A25E&TT=T05&utm_source=taboola&utm_medium=referral&SID=metro&sxid=yk94o06m8n28 The only downside seems to be a range of 100ft, of yourself or another user.
  19. the_killjoy

    Smallest electric car?

    Smallest car relaunched with electric option. http://p50cars.com/ Only weighs 59kg
  20. the_killjoy

    URB-E

    Another stupid idea http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/urb-e-electric-scooter_us_5717bfaae4b024dae4f0bdbb?ir=UK+Tech