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Thanks, will definitely look at getting at least a honing guide.

I sort of just assumed that these sizes would be a good place to start off with. I like the idea of a bigger plane for jointing work and then a smaller one for more general smoothing work. Sent you a pm.

Thanks for the info and guideline on purchase price Porqui.

Also I have a stone I use for sharpening chisels that was handed down to me by my father and he got it from his father. The rest of the tools seem to have disapeared over the years.

Thanks for the detailed reply. The reason why I want a #4 and something like a #7 is for flat table tops and for general jointing work and the #4 for more general smoothing. I read that the smaller planes tend to ride the "mountains" and "valleys" when jointing. I don't mind restoring, I enjoy the work that goes into it.

Thanks everyone, will have a look on there. Are there anything specific I should look out for, or rather avoid when looking at buying one to restore?

Would also like to see what you are selling them for.

The scary thing about that race is that you can actually buy a H2 that can be used on the street.

So I finally managed to read through all 274 pages of this thread. There is some seriously impressive work out there that puts everything I ever built or wanted to build to shame. Anyway, some background on myself. I have taught myself to do everything I know about woodworking by using books and youtube. I only have very basic tools (restricted budget; circular saw, jig saw, drill, router, orbital sander, a few chisels and a basic workbench with a small vice and a small assortment of clamps) and as a result, I normally would work with either ply or milled pine. I want to start doing some more hand tool work. I have decided that I want to get two hand planes, a number 4 and a 6 or 7. I want to restore two old planes myself, where can I look to get planes at a reasonable price, as mentioned budget is quite limited and I don't mind fixing something to use it.

He knows his stuff. Just love the sound of that rotary.

Following, also in the market and the sales people don't seem very interested in what you want but rather what they want to sell you. We have been to a few stores, but honestly, I can't tell the difference between mattresses.

No worries, bumps the thread up!

Taking a chance here. I am looking for a 50mm f1.8 Canon Lens if anyone is selling theirs drop me a pm and I will get back to you.

The only thing I can think of is that she wanted to get the rear wheel over the rock and shifted her weight forwards and down a bit hard.

I received the print out for competency and then about a month later received an sms stating that I need to go and get my card. DFO said that they do competency cards again apparently.

This is a truly awesome build and would be a very unique experience for anyone his age. I do have one question though. How long is that stem and have you considered going with a shorter one to make the reach less?

I hate it when people try to hide obvious damage to make an easy sale. Be upfront and photograph the damage, state what caused it. People that are really interested in what you are selling will appreciate it more and will trust you more when doing the transaction.

what the hell was he trying to do??

Did Jonkershoek today, Fire hut and then Armageddon from the third contour. Weather and the trails were absolutely brilliant today :clap:

Really miss the 40km and 60km options as they were much more of a challenge. Did the 50km last year and not worth it IMO if you are looking for a "challenge".

Try phoning CFR offices and join GOSA.

Nice! The DFO should be able to print your competency while you wait for the card to arrive. You can use the printed competency certificate to apply for a firearm.

Very nice! where did you buy? plus size tyres are pretty nice, they grip well and don't really feel heavier, they just look soooo heavy. Just remember to run lower pressures, I think someone mentioned between 17-21 psi (mine sits at 20 rear, 18-20 front), they are very sensitive to pressure changes.

Much less than I thought it would be like. I went and checked my times, they are on par with the rest of my commutes, apart from the down sections where I spin out. The only time I miss the 2x setup I had. I only really notice the fact that I am riding a plus size wheel when I look down at it. A dedicated commuter with slicks or smaller tyres would be nice to have, but at the moment I can only have one bike and if I have to choose again, I would take the same bike I have now.