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What are the east Devon lanes like right now?
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Are they all leaf covered death traps or are most of them pretty clear due to the wind we've had? Thinking of braving it out again but not ridden in years so thought I'd get my excuses lined up first.
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The Pump & Pedal
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Hi, Just wanted to let you and your members know that the Pump & Pedal is open everyday for freshly prepared Pizza, Pasties, lovely Cakes and snacks as well as great Coffee and local Beers and Ciders. We are conveniently situated just off the A30 dual carriageway at Sourton Down and have easy park...
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Squibby jnr on top gear
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Three tree lane
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Had a trundle along the disputed part of three tree lane today and met an elderly lady half way along. I stopped for a chat, as she asked me how I had got into the woods. I explained that we had reopened the lane several times and that it was a legal right of way. She was unaware of its road status but as an ex ho...
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November monthly meeting, Tuesday 9th November, sorry about the late call
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Tuesday 9th November at the Dolphin Bovey Tracey. There is usually a few of us there at 1900hrs for a meal first. Hope to see you there, everyone is welcome. Trevor
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Trevor Foxon
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LS2 Linkin Ride Pal III - poor battery life
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I have an issue with the rapidly decreasing battery life on my LS2 Linkin Ride Pal III and wondered if anyone else runs these intercoms and can comment on their battery life please? Supposed to be about 8 hours from a full charge but mine was never brilliant and wouldnt last a full ride from the beginni...
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TTR
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An appeal for help
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Next Tuesday is the next meeting at the Dolphin in Bovey Tracey. The last meeting was attended by 3 or 4 people, one of whom was a new member. Over the last 2 years despite using on line platforms to carry on the process of running Devon TRF, we have seen numbers dwindle to the level we have now. For the club...
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Trevor Foxon
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The Viewpoint, Sidmouth
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Shocked and saddened by what I saw this morning on a walk from Mutters Moor to The Viewpoint. The two beautiful oak trees have been chopped to the ground and all the overhanging branches removed, this has happened in the last two weeks. -- Edited by jacks on Sunday 10th of October 2021 12:24:22 PM
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.R.I.P. - D.C.
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Rest in Peace Dave Carling He was the conservation & members secretary A nice man who travelled down to Devon TRF land to settle a few questions the Devon group had, he came across really well and answered many peoples questions at the Dolphin pub where the meeting was held for the DTRF Bit of a sh...
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green rd map
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Hi all, I'm not very tech minded but I was using viewranger to plot a route with the ordnance survey map that you could subscribe to. It was easy then just to set off and follow the route on my phone. They have changed and no longer have ordnance survey map available. With the new green rd maps I can see a...
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sherco 200
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An acquaintance has asked me if there are any members who ride a 200 as above. Hes looking to get back into trail riding after 30 years absence. Hes ridden a 300, loved it, but feels, maybe, the 200 might be better suited. Hes a good rider, raced for many years.
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Monthly meeting in the pub, with free beer!
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Tuesday the 10th Monthly meeting at the Dolphin At last we are allowed to meet again at the Dolphin in Bovey (just in case you had forgotten where it is) All members will get their first drink free. We will be discussing, amongst other things, next years Teign to Tamar. It wI'll be great to see as many peop...
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Trevor Foxon
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192-216 Ideford Common - correct path to follow?
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Morning Peep, 192-216 heading W to E what is the correct path to follow? Thanks in Advance for any info.
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Monthly meeting at the Dolphin
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As per title Monthly meeting at the Dolphin Bovey Tracey. come at 1900 hours in time for a meal then join the meeting at 2000. It would be great to see some new faces there and also some old ones. In fact if you are new but have an old face it would be great to see you too. cheers Trevor ps can someone bring a pen a...
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Pink panther
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Hi can anyone tell me where the start/finish of the notorious lane near Liskeard called the Pink Panther is please.
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Taking a trailer over 1.6m wide to France - where do white reflectors go at the front please?
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As the subject heading says, Trev and I are taking a trailer over 1.6m wide to France with our bikes on. Apparently we need white reflectors at the front but where do the fit? Does anyone know please? TIA Brian
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recomendation for courier to deliver 125cc engine from lymington to bude
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any recommendations for couriers who could pick up a 125cc engine in lymington hampshire and deliver to bude cornwall ...currently on anyvan and shiply but i would rather deal direct
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Any Diesel Boffins out there?
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My sister has a horse box. It gets hotter than a hot thing and fills with soot It's a DAF LF250 Her local man is having a tough time with it and seems to be getting very little help from DAF. Here's his latest job report: Hello Helen, sorry I havent got back sooner. Heres an update as to where we have been and t...
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YouTube comments by bots?
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I have had notification of three comments made on Youtube videos I have posted recently, none of which make sense and I suspect they are made by bots not people, but I can't work out why. One comment is on a video which has no views at all. All three 'people' commenting have youtube channels with no conten...
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Surrey TRF member looking for a riding buddy next week, Dartmoor area.
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Hi all, via the facebook page, Ben Rowe from Surrey TRF has asked if anyone is out next week if he can tag along. He is going to be based at Runnage Farm near Postbridge. Ill put you in touch with him directly if you can help, thanks.
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Dave Cooper rack
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Hi all fitted Dave Cooper rack to the back of my toyota hilux ( no forward thinking ) i cant lift bike that high to heavy !! anybody got any ideas or came across this problem??
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Any Suggestions for routes on and around Salisbury Plain ??
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We are planning a short notice two day trip based in Devizes and would welcome any route suggestions, preferably as a GPX, but anything would be appreciated. Many thanks Nick
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Monthly meeting Zoom link
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Tuesday 13th 2000hrs If you read this, then join us.Devon TRF needs people to step up and do some of the things that are required by an organisation to keep it functioning.During this next meeting we would like to discuss and start the organisation of next years Teign to Tamar. This years has been ca...
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Cooker electrician on here..?
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On our cooker an induction hob turns it,s self on and off all the time....(should have ment 1 of them does....) Even though the switch is in the office position. Could u fix it please... I am Nr Broadhembury...obviously beer cash tokens will be exchanged for a fix... Mike.. -- Edited by crumbles on Satu...
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Marketing
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I see in the latest newsletter we are ordering leaflets from national. I have a marketing kit here ready to go.photos.banner gazebo etc.
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Adventure spec discount
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Hi collective does anyone know of a discount code for adventure spec as thinking of getting some kit from them? many thanks David
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Marshals urgently need!
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Hi Devon Classic Scramble club has its summer scramble at Smeatharpe next Sun (27th) and we are short of marshals , No previous experience is needed, instruction is given on the day, you get to watch the racing and get a free lunch and £35! If anyone can help it would be greatly appreciated! Either mess...
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Rights of way question
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Looking for a bit of help or advice on this, see photos.It has appeared on a very popular walk from our village. The OS map shows a path down to the shore. It looks like they have applied to close it. Does anyone know what it means? DCC seem to have some money kicking around for some shiner new signs perhaps...
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Steering Damper
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Anyone else been laning with a Steering damper? My new 690 came with one fitted, not sure if Im a fan, cant see the point. Are they more for high speed open roads?
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Old TRF member Brian Lyons Funeral.
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Dear all. I've heard about the passing of Brian Lyons. A long term TRF member who sadly recently died at the age of 85. He was a Loddon Vale member who moved to Devon. The Royal British Legion are organising a bike ride ahead of the hearse to the Weston Mill Crematorium, Plymouth for 10.45 on Mon 21st June...
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