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July 05th, 2016

7/5/2016

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Apologies that I haven't updated the blog for a week or so. All in all there hasn't been a huge amount worth writing about. As you can see from the picture above, the first Poole Bike Night of July was held under bright blue skies, supported by half decent temperatures. Coming off the back of a disappointing June, the place was packed.
I'd agreed to meet my mate Lucinda, who I haven't seen in ages and it was really great to sit down over a coffee and catch up as bikes of all shapes and sizes rolled past.
Last Saturday I had to pop over to Smart Riders in Christchurch to try on a pair of replacement Alpinestar GP Pro gloves, before ordering them in the colour scheme that I was after. A little vain maybe, but I didn't fancy a pair of jet black gloves, preferring a dash of colour to make them a little more visually interesting. The team in store were really helpful and friendly and made me feel really welcome. Highly recommended.
I was hoping that my current pair would last out the season, but when the stitching on one of the fingers started to go, I knew it was time for a replacement. Readers may remember that back during last summer I had bought a new pair, but these turned out to be fakes. That transaction taught me a valuable lesson and now for safety equipment, I'd rather pay, what appears to be a little more, for the peace of mind of knowing the garment will do its job as designed when I need it to. 
Speaking of garments, I had the central zip on my two piece suit repaired by the Zip Yard in Winton last week and they did a great job. With a reinforced zip in place, its much easier to tie the jacket and trousers together and it feels really secure. They even extended it a fraction, which has helped. The biggest problem is, well, I'm fatter than I was when I last wore them. They still fit, but only just, so I've got to cut down on the doughnuts. I said down, not out. I love my bikes, but I'd rather buy new leather track pants than cut out the treats in my life.
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    My name is Matt Brown and I'm a UK journalist formerly based in London, but now calling the South of England home. I've been riding bikes since 2007, but got hooked straight away. Nothing gives me the feeling of freedom, even when stuck in a city. In 2010 I became a RoSPA gold rider, but when it comes down to it, I'm Just a normal man, riding his bikes as often as he can.

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