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Post by Fiasco on Jul 29, 2010 21:13:11 GMT
Just wondered what people here do as hobbies apart from biking ?
I am considering revisiting fresh water fishing in the future, similar to biking in terms of stress relief but slightly more peaceful. I used to fish a lot on the Thames as a teenager, but have only done the odd sea fishing trip when on holiday in Cornwall for the last 20 years or so.
What do you do when not working or biking ?
Dave
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Post by Deleted on Jul 29, 2010 21:18:13 GMT
I like cooking, mainly because I like eating and my other half can only make cheesy pasta. And not even proper Macaroni its the boxed stuff that tastes yuck!
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Post by DahDit on Jul 29, 2010 21:19:47 GMT
So you're giving up modding as a hobby eh Dave? And RoSPA? IAM observing? DIA work? You must have more time off than I do ;D Should have added plumbing too  I also should have added..... I like doing f'kall and drinking red wine, sat in sunshine.  |
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Post by teejayexc on Jul 29, 2010 21:27:12 GMT
......mainly because I like eating Wonder where you get that from  |
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Post by Fiasco on Jul 29, 2010 21:29:41 GMT
So you're giving up modding as a hobby eh Dave? And RoSPA? IAM observing? DIA work? You must have more time off than I do ;D Should have added plumbing too I also should have added..... I like doing f'kall and drinking red wine, sat in sunshine. Haven't done any IAM Observing since I started as an ADIFishing is a hobby that I can do with the family, Emily wants to take it up, and Julie will be quite happy to sit and read a book. No one gets more time off than you [1], apart from maybe Gordy  Regards Dave [1] Trouble is you spend most of it in a haze of red wine vapour ;D |
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Post by m40man on Jul 29, 2010 21:36:15 GMT
Don't have time even to enjoy the one hobby at the mo'  . But time & money permitting, I'd like to resume an interest in model rocket flying ('cos I like speed & explosive forces) or would quite like to have a go at a shooting sport, maybe clay ( 'cos I like speed & explosive forces). .......... I like karting too, & paint ball. Maybe we should arrange a social event around such pursuits ? |
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Post by DahDit on Jul 29, 2010 21:37:35 GMT
So you're giving up modding as a hobby eh Dave? And RoSPA? IAM observing? DIA work? You must have more time off than I do ;D Should have added plumbing too I also should have added..... I like doing f'kall and drinking red wine, sat in sunshine. Haven't done any IAM Observing since I started as an ADIFishing is a hobby that I can do with the family, Emily wants to take it up, and Julie will be quite happy to sit and read a book. No one gets more time off than you [1], apart from maybe Gordy Regards Dave [1] Trouble is you spend most of it in a haze of red wine vapour ;D DIA - not a member eh? Good insurance deals for ADI's (he says having previously tried to be discreet) Forgot the Blood running too, and the charideeee work. You after an OBE eh mate? Fishing won't help the cause, besides the fact your daughters might put you to shame  Your time management is most admirable...... Respect.  Leave the plumbing jobs a little longer and you'll be able to fish in your kitchen I refer the honorable gentleman to the point he made earlier..... pot & kettle spring to mind |
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Post by DahDit on Jul 29, 2010 21:45:17 GMT
( 'cos I like speed & explosive forces). .......... I like karting too, & paint ball. Maybe we should arrange a social event around such pursuits ? For the next few weeks, I work at the perfect venue. ;D Retirement into a real life of work is imminently around the corner. As a result, cold sweats keep me awake at night ;D |
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Post by bobh on Jul 29, 2010 21:48:40 GMT
Today my hobby is mostly building a shed.
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Post by neilmud Lord Protector on Jul 29, 2010 21:49:54 GMT
I have started fishing again after about 30 years did a bit last 2 Cornwall holidays & have just replaced all my gear total catch to date 2 weaver fish & lots of crabs (marine sort) & weed but some nice evenings relaxed & mindless watching the wild life on the river (tidal so really sea fishing) & watching the lights come on along the Sussex coast from the harbour arm some how catching things is a secondary thing although some nice fresh fish for dinner would be a treat When it is wet & cold the computer or a good book occupies my time. Neil |
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Post by DahDit on Jul 29, 2010 21:52:45 GMT
Today my hobby is mostly building a shed. Shiplap? |
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Post by cholmondly on Jul 29, 2010 21:54:19 GMT
I have started fishing again after about 30 years did a bit last 2 Cornwall holidays & have just replaced all my gear total catch to date 2 weaver fish & lots of crabs (marine sort) & weed but some nice evenings relaxed & mindless watching the wild life on the river (tidal so really sea fishing) & watching the lights come on along the Sussex coast from the harbour arm some how catching things is a secondary thing although some nice fresh fish for dinner would be a treat When it is wet & cold the dart board or a good book about dominoes occupies my time. Neil beside a rustic log fire |
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Post by teejayexc on Jul 29, 2010 21:55:39 GMT
So you're giving up modding as a hobby eh Dave? And RoSPA? IAM observing? DIA work? You must have more time off than I do ;D Should have added plumbing too Forgot the Blood running too, and the charideeee work. You also forgot to add...... managing/culling the rabbit population of Southern Counties and putting on Skating on Ice displays, not to mention terrorising the local neighbourhood on a mobility scooter and striking 'gay' poses whenever someone with a camera is in the vicinity |
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Post by neilmud Lord Protector on Jul 29, 2010 22:18:30 GMT
I have started fishing again after about 30 years did a bit last 2 Cornwall holidays & have just replaced all my gear total catch to date 2 weaver fish & lots of crabs (marine sort) & weed but some nice evenings relaxed & mindless watching the wild life on the river (tidal so really sea fishing) & watching the lights come on along the Sussex coast from the harbour arm some how catching things is a secondary thing although some nice fresh fish for dinner would be a treat When it is wet & cold the dart board or a good book about dominoes occupies my time. Neil beside a rustic log fire You seem to think going to the pub is a hobby it's not its more important than that & unfortunately the fire is a rustic flame effect gas fire ( unless I go to The Lion then it is all rustic with real fire & inglenook) ;D Neil |
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Post by DahDit on Jul 29, 2010 22:29:38 GMT
Ah, the south.....where finding an authentic , genuine pub to visit; one with period features, that serves decent beer and ambience, requires more effort than in other regions of the country...... |
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Post by soggybiker on Jul 29, 2010 23:41:45 GMT
Don't gloat just because you live close to Nellies.
There is good beer and 'authentic genuine' pubs to be had in the south if you know where to look. Not many its true. As well as some exceptional beer to be had, and unless things have changed a lot certain Northern pubs had wall seating only no loose chairs because the ambience was such that you didn't turn your back to the room. Something I have never seen in the South.
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Post by grafeoz on Jul 30, 2010 0:34:19 GMT
Firearms....rimfire, centrefire, shotgun. 4 wheel driving, camping, travelling. Fishing....deep sea and freshwater. Genealogy. History. Cooking (and eating!) Red wine, fortified wine (muscat, tokay) and beer. Birdwatching and recording. Photography. Just a few of my other hobbies. People ask me what I do since I am retired |
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Post by grafeoz on Jul 30, 2010 0:49:47 GMT
I have started fishing again after about 30 years did a bit last 2 Cornwall holidays & have just replaced all my gear total catch to date 2 weaver fish & lots of crabs (marine sort) & weed but some nice evenings relaxed & mindless watching the wild life on the river (tidal so really sea fishing) & watching the lights come on along the Sussex coast from the harbour arm some how catching things is a secondary thing although some nice fresh fish for dinner would be a treat When it is wet & cold the computer or a good book occupies my time. Neil Try using the crabs as bait, they're pretty low down on the food chain....something must be eating THEM |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 30, 2010 8:06:25 GMT
I enjoy a bit of fly fishing from time to time but don't get out nearly as much as I used to.
Used to do any type of fishing though.
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Post by Fiasco on Jul 30, 2010 8:40:04 GMT
So you're giving up modding as a hobby eh Dave? And RoSPA? IAM observing? DIA work? You must have more time off than I do ;D Should have added plumbing too Forgot the Blood running too, and the charideeee work. You also forgot to add...... managing/culling the rabbit population of Southern Counties and putting on Skating on Ice displays, not to mention terrorising the local neighbourhood on a mobility scooter and striking 'gay' poses whenever someone with a camera is in the vicinity Blimey, I am half expecting someone to jump out with a big red book |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 30, 2010 9:01:20 GMT
So you're giving up modding as a hobby eh Dave? And RoSPA? IAM observing? DIA work? You must have more time off than I do ;D Should have added plumbing too Forgot the Blood running too, and the charideeee work. striking 'gay' poses whenever someone with a camera is in the vicinity He's only a novice though. He may be a master with the cleaning rags but this man really knows how to strike a gay pose.  Sorry Pooh. ;D but there were worse ones if I'd tried. |
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Post by cholmondly on Jul 30, 2010 9:16:03 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Jul 30, 2010 10:06:52 GMT
No one gets more time off than you [1], apart from maybe Gordy Regards Dave And didn't he earn it People ask me what I do since I am retired ;D ;D ;D True, not enough hours in the day This is the best thread I've read for ages, makes up for that bigotry nonsense  I'm about to launch myself back in to mountain biking, water sports, and beaver hunting, in no particular order. |
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Post by rossm on Jul 30, 2010 10:16:24 GMT
I fly over to Germany every weekend to go to the Nurburgring, used to go to ride it but it's gotten a bit to much like wacky races on the weekends. So now I go to take pictures of people going round and try sell a couple www.nurburgring-photos.com/Gets me out of London for a couple of days at a time which is no bad thing |
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Post by billywhizz on Jul 30, 2010 10:18:59 GMT
interesting topic Fi.
I also like fishing, only fresh water type done though, would like to have a go at sea, from beach and vessel at some time.
Scuba diving
Both these I struggle to find time to do, swmbo doesn't like fish,(1) swimming or biking !! so no chance of doing all three regularly. I figure fishing can take over from biking when I get too old for the bike !!
1/ she did do 2 two weeks in southern island fishing in the 80's, never again..
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Post by Deleted on Jul 30, 2010 11:12:20 GMT
Both these I struggle to find time to do, swmbo doesn't like fish,(1) swimming or biking !! so no chance of doing all three regularly. The answer to your dilema is to find her her own hobbies Mags is off to the local bowling club open day tomorrow, my fingers are crossed ;D |
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Post by beeblemaster on Jul 30, 2010 11:16:36 GMT
Walking, Shopping (Greggs ), Cooking, Music, Film, Beer Festivals, being silly - and of course spending time with the fantastic woman in my life ;D |
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Post by TwoHat on Jul 30, 2010 11:19:35 GMT
Cycling - on the road mainly in the winter, and mountain biking mainly in the summer. I will be racing in the Manx End to End in September (mountain bike race from top to bottom of the Isle of Man). Guy Martin did it last year, and says he is after a top 20 finish this year (he is half my age, but if I can get within an hour of his finishing time like I did last year, I will be well pleased). Like many others, I find I have less spare time since I retired - think its got something to do with relativity. Time dilution of the space continuinuinum thingy or some such. Oh, and I like eating and drinking too. And breathing is pretty cool, too. I hope to be able to keep doing that for many years to come. When I have to give that one up it may be time to think about stopping motorbiking |
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Post by ContourMac on Jul 30, 2010 12:19:25 GMT
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Post by dubster on Jul 30, 2010 12:39:08 GMT
Outside of work I enjoy beer, socialising, tinkering with mechanical things, beer, motoring cycling, cycling, beer, driving and showing my classic Volkswagens, beer, spending time with my favourite wife and the children, campervaning (which was a way of integrating my vintage Volkswagen habit with the family) and finally beer *
* activities not necessarily in order of preference
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Your time management is most admirable...... Respect. 
