RIP Trumpet

Just had a call from my insurance company. It's no great surprise but my dear ol' bike is 'beyond economical repair'.

We spend many, many happy miles together. I went round Europe twice on it and had a complete blast. Overloaded with Ventura luggage it was awesome for one-up touring.

Nothing else out there really tickles my fancy. I've got the tractor for proper tours but the Trumpet really was the perfect road bike. The 675R looks tasty, but I'd like something else to compete and offer me a suitable change.

It's a black armband kinda day. If anyone wants me, I'll be in the garage staring at an empty space with a tear in my eyes...