mighty meadow
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Just read The Unburied Dead by Douglas Lindsay. It's a novel about a detective in Glasgow, on the hunt for what they think is a serial killer.
Not bad, not extremely well written though in my opinion. If it had been set anywhere else I'd probably have chucked it halfway through, but the mention of streets and places where I lived for 20 years kept my interest. As well as some genuine laugh out loud moments as he uses Scottish banter sporadically.
I was imagining some American potentially reading it trying to understand what "napper" and "heed the baw" meant.
Got it free on the Kindle store so can't begrudge that.
I think he's going to write a series of books using the same character, so I'll look out for the next one.
I will now give the above book posted by mighty meadow a go. I like books set in places I know/can relate to. No real reason, it just interests me.
Have you read anything by Gordon Ferris? His 'Douglas Brodie' series, The Hanging Shed, Bitter Water and Pilgrim Soul* is set in post-war Glasgow/Kilmarnock and are highly recommended.
*I've only read the first 2, the last one was released very recently.
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His choices have always been inspired by a desire for money and fame.
A horrible hypocrite and a liar of a man.
Tell me more ...
I really don't know much about Millar but as always with these type of books I was wondering how much to believe.
Just finished reading Cold Grave by Craig Robertson
Glasgow copper opens up an investigation into a 'cold case' murder that happened in the 90's. First book I've read by this author but was gripped from start to finish and finished it in no time. Very good indeed
8/10
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Finished reading 'Racing Through The Dark - The Fall and Rise of David Millar'
First sports book I've read in years and one of the best. Brutally honest and well written. I didn't feel much sympathy for Millar after reading the book and I don't think that was his intention but I did end up understanding how he made the choices he did.
Well worth a read. 8.5
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Had a wee run over to Troon and back earlier. 26 miles all in. Really starting to enjoy cycling now, must be the weather. Not sure what will happen when the summer's over
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Burial - Rough Sleeper
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Decided at the last minute to go out on bike today. Done just over 38 miles to Largs and back. Wasn't looking to break any records but for first real run-out on this bike was quite happy with around 3hrs. Quite a few hills along the way and got held up on some of the cycle paths / promenades by families out enjoying the sun. Some lovely views over the Cumbraes to Arran with loads of wee boats out around Fairlie, think there may have been a race or something on. Thought I was going to get caught in a downpour or storm as it got really dark around Saltcoats on the return but apart from a few spits of rain it was dry all the way. Legs are a bit sore now but wrists are f*****g killing me
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Giggs ft B.o.B. - Don't Go There
Yazoo - Don't Go
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Just finished reading this ...
Japanese book about a group of mid-thirties women who seek revenge on another group, of young male losers after one of the women is murdered. Dark humour and violence abound.
[7.5]
Now reading this ...
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Post us a pic!
Few small scratches here and there and needs cleaned up a bit but well worth the money and should do me until I get the cash together to buy a new one. Off work tomorrow so I'll have time to check it all out before using it properly.
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I'd considered buying a Felt before I opted for my current bike. They produce bikes for the pros, so it won't be rubbish, I wouldn't have thought. I'm pretty sure that even their lower bikes are highly regarded.
Bought the 'Felt' tonight. Only had a wee run on it so far to bring it home but feels really good. Think I got a genuine bargain
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Nice, but September is when the shops usually start discounting stock ready for next year's models so watch out for some bargains. I got my Tricross last year for £550 instead of £750.
That's handy to know as I'm looking to upgrade and September-ish should be about the perfect time, money wise.
Been looking at 2nd hand bikes over the last week or so in case there's any bargains to be had. Anyone ever owned a 'Felt' (brand) bike? I've never heard of the make before but saw one on eBay that fits just about every aspect of what I'm looking for. Would be good to hear some feedback from any owners though.
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Yeah, from the top end it's 2 and a bit miles, what way do you cycle, through Stevenston?
Either the main (low) road through Stevenston 33or along the cycle track (which obviously still goes through Stevenston).
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Exactly how I feel mate.
I would imagine there are more nowadays than there used to be, not a weekend passes down here where there isn't one, the joys of living 2 miles away from Kilwinning
2 miles from Ardrossan to Kilwinning?
I must be taking the wrong route on the bike then!
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Good luck with Arran cycle. I will be doing this as soon as Im back from injury been looking at it for awhile. The figure of 8 route
That would be a real challenge but something that I fancy working towards. Need to get a better bike before doing any Arran route again though.
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Done a charity bike run round Arran with a mate at the weekend. Have to admit, I totally underestimated the hills. Cycled 55 miles on the Friday in heavy rain and strong wind, soul destroying stuff. On the way back down the big hill leading into Lochranza it felt like someone was power washing my eyes with hailstones. It was pretty exciting though. Finished the last 22 miles on Saturday which was up/down, up/down all the way. The uphill sections after Kildonan, Whiting Bay and Lamlash were more than made up for by the downhill sections though. This was easily the furthest I have ever cycled but the soakings, wind lashings and pain were all worthwhile as it looks like we have raised between £600-£700 for Yorkhill.
Oh, and we done every single mile in gorilla onesies! (part of the strategy to get people to sponsor us but which will never, ever be repeated
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It never existed. Was a stupid term the NME used to try create a scene of something exciting and new. All the bands that were name checked sounded pretty different bar using synth which was nothing new.
Apart from all being shit!
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Only a few days until I do the Arran Bike Run for Yorkhill. 77 miles in total, far more than I've ever cycled. Don't think I've put in near enough practice so could be a wreck at the end :-(
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Just finished reading Pack Men by Alan Bissett which follows a group of old friends as they travel down to Manchester for the UEFA cup final between Rangers and Zenit. Nearly stopped reading about quarter of the way but struggled on and ended up reading the last half in a couple of sun-soaked hours. The football takes a back seat once the story really gets started and ends up as a good old-fashioned tale of friendship through adversity.
7.5
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Too bad. I know where you're talking about, but haven't cycled that part. Last year I cycled to the Ardrossan ferry, but after all the meandering through Irvine, I took my chances on the by-pass for the bit to the Pennyburn roundabout - maybe it's safer than the cycle path!
The cycle path is usually safe enough, just unfortunate that I was on the same stretch at the same times as that idiot
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Where was your accident, mm? I have been known to venture across the border into North Ayrshire.
On the section of the Irvine to Kilwinning cycle path alongside the River Garnock.
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Had my first bike related accident this morning. Nothing too serious thankfully although my left shoulder is pretty painful and I'll probably have a black eye in a few hours.
Some idiot came haring down a hill and round a blind corner just as I was comimg the other way. Thankfully we both braked just in time before there was a collision but the other guy came flying over his handlebars and smacked right into me. It all seemed to happen in slow motion but was obviously a lot quicker as I had no time to avoid this 'flying idiot'. The only good thing, if you can call it good, is that I reckon the other guy probably came off slightly worse than I did. I know motorists get a lot of stick from cyclists at times but I've had a few near misses since I took up cycling again in the last couple of months and it's always been anther cyclist(s) involved.
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Anybody read the 'Odd Thomas' books by Dean Koontz?
Picked up the 1st one in the library the other day. Halfway through and pretty much enjoying it but wondering if he can keep up the standard with the rest of the series.
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Went out a wee run yesterday on my old mountain bike. Mainly followed the cycle track from Kilwinning through to Barassie. Weather was pretty much in my favour so was pretty enjoyable although the old legs did get a bit tired a mile from home. Overall done just under 23 miles. Need to up it a bit before doing my Arran run.
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Some free (legal) downloads from bands playing at Primavera.
Just been making a playlist of the bands I'll be seeing at Primavera Sound in a week or so. It contains Bob Mould, Camera Obscura, Daniel Johnston, Deerhunter, Dinosaur Jr, Jesus & Mary Chain, King Tuff, Mac DeMarco, Meat Puppets, My Bloody Valentine, Parquet Courts, Thee Oh Sees, White Fence, Wild Nothing.
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Last Book You Read....
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Been trying to get into The Chessmen by Peter May for the past few days but also get interrupted. Hopefully get into it today.