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Pross wrote:1. Ride some of iconic European climbs.
2. Finally have a go at a skiing holiday.
3. Own (or at the very least hire for a weekend) an Aston. If loaded I would buy a DB5 and a current model - probably a Vanquish.
1 and 2, I can help with!
If I win Euromillions, an Aston is the first thing on my list, so you there's a 1 in 153 million possibility I can help you with 3 too.0 -
schweiz wrote:Pross wrote:1. Ride some of iconic European climbs.
2. Finally have a go at a skiing holiday.
3. Own (or at the very least hire for a weekend) an Aston. If loaded I would buy a DB5 and a current model - probably a Vanquish.
1 and 2, I can help with!
If I win Euromillions, an Aston is the first thing on my list, so you there's a 1 in 153 million possibility I can help you with 3 too.
I could help with 1 and 2, but regarding 3, the best I can offer is a 12 year old Audi A6 estate . . .Got a place in the Pyrenees.
Do bike and ski stuff.0 -
schweiz wrote:Pross wrote:1. Ride some of iconic European climbs.
2. Finally have a go at a skiing holiday.
3. Own (or at the very least hire for a weekend) an Aston. If loaded I would buy a DB5 and a current model - probably a Vanquish.
1 and 2, I can help with!
If I win Euromillions, an Aston is the first thing on my list, so you there's a 1 in 153 million possibility I can help you with 3 too.
Let's make a deal then, if I win the Euros I'll buy two and give you one of them and vice versa.
Switzerland is high on my list of places to emigrate these days with Canada and New Zealand but not sure how easy it is for a Highway Engineer who only speaks English to get a job there!0 -
Pross wrote:schweiz wrote:Pross wrote:1. Ride some of iconic European climbs.
2. Finally have a go at a skiing holiday.
3. Own (or at the very least hire for a weekend) an Aston. If loaded I would buy a DB5 and a current model - probably a Vanquish.
1 and 2, I can help with!
If I win Euromillions, an Aston is the first thing on my list, so you there's a 1 in 153 million possibility I can help you with 3 too.
Let's make a deal then, if I win the Euros I'll buy two and give you one of them and vice versa.
Switzerland is high on my list of places to emigrate these days with Canada and New Zealand but not sure how easy it is for a Highway Engineer who only speaks English to get a job there!
TBH, there is something very special about driving an Aston Martin, ok they are far from fast but there really is no need to drive quick in an Aston, its an experience, a great one.Living MY dream.0 -
Pross wrote:schweiz wrote:Pross wrote:1. Ride some of iconic European climbs.
2. Finally have a go at a skiing holiday.
3. Own (or at the very least hire for a weekend) an Aston. If loaded I would buy a DB5 and a current model - probably a Vanquish.
1 and 2, I can help with!
If I win Euromillions, an Aston is the first thing on my list, so you there's a 1 in 153 million possibility I can help you with 3 too.
Let's make a deal then, if I win the Euros I'll buy two and give you one of them and vice versa.
Deal!
Time for a career change?Pross wrote:Switzerland is high on my list of places to emigrate these days with Canada and New Zealand but not sure how easy it is for a Highway Engineer who only speaks English to get a job there!0 -
Yep, that's what appeals to me. I love the sound and they just have class, I know there are plenty faster although Astons aren't exactly slouches, but other than a couple of Ferrari models I find most supercars a bit too flash and tacky. I got passed on a ride by a DB5 a few weeks back and the sound was incredible. I think being a bit of a Bond fan has had a big influence too!0
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Pross wrote:Yep, that's what appeals to me. I love the sound and they just have class, I know there are plenty faster although Astons aren't exactly slouches, but other than a couple of Ferrari models I find most supercars a bit too flash and tacky. I got passed on a ride by a DB5 a few weeks back and the sound was incredible. I think being a bit of a Bond fan has had a big influence too!
A couple of years back I got to drive the only car ever to driver round the world, then back again the opposite way. It was a vantage with over 120k on the clock and drove wonderfully.
I only drove it to an event in London but what a great day it was.
Its actually amazing how people react differently to cars that you drive, I once was driving a Gallardo on the M42 and could see a couple of girls in a car trying to catch me up and they had their mobile phones on camera hoping I was famous or something, there was a real look of dissapointment as they realised it was just a fat guy in a car
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Mouth wrote:1. Watch my beloved Rangers at Madison Square Gardens (might have to hurry for this one cos I suspect it will be replaced in the next few years).
2. Own a Harley Davidson (will become achievable after no 3 I hope).
3. Climb Sydney Harbour Bridge (planning on doing this as a part of my honeymoon next year).
Me & Mrs V did the bridge climb in Oct 2011 - what an experience !!! Allow 3 hours, we went on the 2:30 departure and came off the arch as the sun dipped under the horizon. The view was incredible...0 -
We were passed by one of these a few months ago around Knockhill that must have been a dealers test drive as they were not available. http://www.jaguar.co.uk/f-type/f-type-m ... type-v8-s/Pross wrote:Yep, that's what appeals to me. I love the sound and they just have class, I know there are plenty faster although Astons aren't exactly slouches, but other than a couple of Ferrari models I find most supercars a bit too flash and tacky. I got passed on a ride by a DB5 a few weeks back and the sound was incredible. I think being a bit of a Bond fan has had a big influence too!
Much better in the flesh than on screen. It left more of an impression than any Aston, and they are impressive enough!
Roadworks round the corner stopped him and when we caught up he said the blip to pass us cost £8 in petrol. I think he was joking.
None of the above should be taken seriously, and certainly not personally.0 -
The new jags are great but at £80k it wouldn't be on my list.
They are just too expensive when new compared to a year old.
The XKRS is a monster car of great value at a couple of years old so that's the best choice at the minute.
Another great bargain is the Bentley Continental at the price of a decent Audi or BMW.Living MY dream.0 -
True.VTech wrote:The new jags are great but at £80k it wouldn't be on my list.
They are just too expensive when new compared to a year old.
The XKRS is a monster car of great value at a couple of years old so that's the best choice at the minute.
Another great bargain is the Bentley Continental at the price of a decent Audi or BMW.
I always buy ex-demo or 1 year old cars.None of the above should be taken seriously, and certainly not personally.0 -
daviesee wrote:
We were passed by one of these a few months ago around Knockhill that must have been a dealers test drive as they were not available. http://www.jaguar.co.uk/f-type/f-type-m ... type-v8-s/Pross wrote:Yep, that's what appeals to me. I love the sound and they just have class, I know there are plenty faster although Astons aren't exactly slouches, but other than a couple of Ferrari models I find most supercars a bit too flash and tacky. I got passed on a ride by a DB5 a few weeks back and the sound was incredible. I think being a bit of a Bond fan has had a big influence too!
Much better in the flesh than on screen. It left more of an impression than any Aston, and they are impressive enough!
Roadworks round the corner stopped him and when we caught up he said the blip to pass us cost £8 in petrol. I think he was joking.
Past one on the M4 the day before their official release and didn't like it, saw another a few days later which looked better and then a third that I didn't like. I think a lot depends on the angle you look at it from and the colour but I'd rather any Aston (other than a Cygnet!).0 -
I've been lucky enought to go most of the palces I've wanted to ride and ride at the best level my talent would allow! I've got two last hurrah in terms of cycling bucket lists and I may do one in September and one next year, but those are secret squirrel at the moment
Non-cycling
1. Live in Belgium/ The Netherlands
2. Dive with Great White Sharks
3. Own a craft Brewery"In many ways, my story was that of a raging, Christ-like figure who hauled himself off the cross, looked up at the Romans with blood in his eyes and said 'My turn, sock cookers'"
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1. Ride the great Tour climbs.
2. Convince The Jam to reform for a one off gig, to which I have tickets obviously.
3. Own a second home somewhere in France, good for summer & winter holidays.0 -
disgruntledgoat wrote:I've been lucky enought to go most of the palces I've wanted to ride and ride at the best level my talent would allow! I've got two last hurrah in terms of cycling bucket lists and I may do one in September and one next year, but those are secret squirrel at the moment
Non-cycling
1. Live in Belgium/ The Netherlands
2. Dive with Great White Sharks
3. Own a craft Brewery
#3 is easy. Make your own in a decent sized shed . Im still playing with extract kits but the chief exec now has a 10x8 ft brew house in his garden complete with temp controlled aging store.Insert witty signature here0 -
I have a 25l all grain set up at the moment. The dream is to go pro... no more meetings, can have the dog around while I work... nip out for a ride whilst it chills. Living the dream."In many ways, my story was that of a raging, Christ-like figure who hauled himself off the cross, looked up at the Romans with blood in his eyes and said 'My turn, sock cookers'"
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disgruntledgoat wrote:I've been lucky enought to go most of the palces I've wanted to ride and ride at the best level my talent would allow! I've got two last hurrah in terms of cycling bucket lists and I may do one in September and one next year, but those are secret squirrel at the moment
I assume you're not referring to the September sportive in Luchon? Anyhow, I'd like to ride some of the iconic US climbs, so if you're done with you're bucket list, you may have to help' me out with mine 0 -
dmclite-3.0 wrote:pinarello001 wrote:Simple. Do Le Marmotte.
I am planning to do the marmotte next year, wanna come ?
my advice stop eating now and do nothing and i mean nothing but ride up every gradient you can find, twiceRule #5 // Harden The Feck Up.
Rule #9 // If you are out riding in bad weather, it means you are a badass. Period.
Rule #12 // The correct number of bikes to own is n+1.
Rule #42 // A bike race shall never be preceded with a swim and/or followed by a run.0 -
1) to own a cottage in the uk
2) to get a Job in the uk
3) to live back in the uk and continue to cycle0 -
mallorcajeff wrote:1) to own a cottage in the uk
2) to get a Job in the uk
3) to live back in the uk and continue to cycle
Strange isn't it what with where you live now, that would be something many here would have on their list and what they have here is on yours!"Arran, you are like the Tony Benn of smut. You have never diluted your depravity and always stand by your beliefs. You have my respect sir and your wife my pity"
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Just came across this ancient thread and it left me wondering - Smidsey, what was your day like? I would have thought you would have updated all of the rest of us that missed out on VTech's fabulous offer, just to make us envious.
Besides, a full report is the least you owe VTech.0 -
To be fair, he did, can't recall the name of thread though. 'Thanks VTech' perhapsBallysmate wrote:Just came across this ancient thread and it left me wondering - Smidsey, what was your day like? I would have thought you would have updated all of the rest of us that missed out on VTech's fabulous offer, just to make us envious.
Besides, a full report is the least you owe VTech.Pinno, מלך אידיוט וחרא מכונאי0 -
Mea Culpa, I don't recall it at all. Apologies Smidsey.0
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He did send me a PM and had a great day which was good. Biking (engine) isnt my bag so glad someone else got to enjoy it.
Im looking for a box at the royal albert hall if anyone has ability ?
Living MY dream.0 -
ideally a butler, champagne and a great view of the stage.
Its not for me btw, its for the mother in law.Living MY dream.0 -
1. See the northern lights
2. Take an Antarctica cruise
3. Cycle as many alp climbs as I can; preferably to tick off all the big ones0 -
4. Cycle through a red light whilst swerving pedestrians crossing ✔junglist_matty wrote:1. See the northern lights
2. Take an Antarctica cruise
3. Cycle as many alp climbs as I can; preferably to tick off all the big ones Pinno, מלך אידיוט וחרא מכונאי0 -
See a poacher get killed by a wild animal
Visit Patagonia
Make half as much money out of representing "The Working Clases" as multi millionaire T. Blair.0
