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Currently in the process of changing car and trying to source the best 7 seater SUV. From reading reviews the cars that seem best in performances and reliability are Hyundai Santa Fe, SKODA Kodiaq, KIA Sorento, Volvo XC90.

Would definitely be trying to buy a used car at reasonable money. Price of cars obviously increased post COVID so wondering is it best to maybe buy in England instead of Ireland.

Anyone any advice on 7 seater cars that they may already have especially the pros and cons.

Been looking at these models myself recently. If I could afford it I'd obviously go with the xc90. Beautiful Motor and never a recorded fatality as far as I'm aware. Had an older model before but cost a few Bob to run. Newer models better fuel efficiency. The Kia and Hyundai have had face lifts in21/22 so are very pricey in the used market. Although have heard great reviews on both. Kodaq q probably cheapest option with decent reviews too. Top of the range ones a decently kitted out. The prices up North are crazy. I bought a year old kuga in 2018 for 18k. Now a year old Kuga is 23k

Work colleague is a big fan of the XC90's, buys them from somewhere in Scotland though and drives it home, says he can save a few K doing it that way.

XC90 and KIA Sorento definitely have better space in the 3rd row. Kodiaq not as good. All three drive better well to be fair but would say XC90 is best by far. Higher price but you get what you pay for I guess. with whatever one we go with, long term I hope none of the three give any long term problems and are easy to run.

JCool do you know the dealer your friend buys from in Scotland? Thanks

Currently in the process of changing car and trying to source the best 7 seater SUV. From reading reviews the cars that seem best in performances and reliability are Hyundai Santa Fe, SKODA Kodiaq, KIA Sorento, Volvo XC90.

Would definitely be trying to buy a used car at reasonable money. Price of cars obviously increased post COVID so wondering is it best to maybe buy in England instead of Ireland.

Anyone any advice on 7 seater cars that they may already have especially the pros and cons.

By any chance would anyone know of any availability for one ticket for the FA Cup final?

Anyone recommend a Samsung A series mobile phone?

Obviously the S series is better but are any of the A series as good as them?
A70, A50, A40 and A20e have been suggested in a new upgrade plan but not sure if I should go ahead with any of them if they aren't great.

Anyone able to offer any advice or suggestions on the best roof box and accessories to purchase.
Is there a particular brand that is most popular?

I do have roof rails on the car but what additional accessories do I need to buy?

1. Roof bars - is there a best option to go for? Do the roof bars screw into the raised rails?
2. Roof box - should I go for a the largest capacity with a dual opening
3. What are foot packs for? I know they go on raised roof rails.
4. Wingbar - do you need both roof bars and wing bars?

All advice welcome. 👍

Yes all expensive but can't seem to get any decent 4 bike carriers for any less unfortunately.
There are cheaper ones than what I have previously suggested but they seem to be flimsy and not robust enough.

Anyone have any experience of the 4 bike ones mentioned below or any other suggestions on what would be and are the best Tow bar mounted bike racks for 4 bikes


1. Peruzzo Pure Instinct Towbar Mounted Bike Rack - 4 Bike Carrier £332
https://www.micksgarage.com/d/bike-racks-tow-bar-mounted/products/3341571/tow-ball-cyclecarrier-pure-instinct-4-bikes-web-packaging

2. Exodus 4 Bike Towbar Mounted Cycle Carrier £259 in Halfords

3. Thule VeloCompact 927 Towbar Mounted Cycle Carrier £399

Has anyone any good dealers they have worked with in England for cars?

Going to head over shortly to try and trade in a VW Golf for a newer motor. Any good dealers or particular areas in England that are recommended?

Does anyone know what the best gumshield for children for GAA? Don't want to go through dentist as will grow out of it quickly so prefer to stick to a boil and bite one.

Thinking of buying a 4/5 berth touring caravan with the intention of using it for a number years touring round Ireland and possibly France at some stage.

I have been doing some research online and looking for a decent second hand caravan.

Anyone here own a touring caravan or have had advice / experience of them? Any models to go for or avoid?

I am aware of water, waste barrels, electric leads, gas,  awning, ground sheets but are there any other main essentials needed?

He does all the healthy living meals recipes and then the HITT workouts.
Was curious has anyone tried the programmes?
I've tried some of the recipes and they are pretty decent but haven't tried the HITT workouts.

Anyone on here ever try the Joe Wicks 90 day plan or know of anyone who has tried it?
Was thinking of maybe giving it a go. Need to try do some fitness work again and improve the diet if possible.
Was wondering would it be decent programme to try.

Things like circuit training, cardio work, running, HITT type of training. Wouldn't be into cycling but would the pool for recovery. Thinking 2/3 sessions per day morning / afternoon / evening with recovery in between. Wouldn't care about the partying when over there, just want a good week of activity.

Has anyone ever went on a fitness holiday/camp? Thinking of doing a week somewhere this summer with plenty of exercise/classes/training. Somewhere in the sun, probably Europe. Have looked at some holiday camps but they are very dear. Has anyone any experience of being on a cheap week away to a resort where there has happened to have been regular fitness classes in the area or on beach etc that you could attend? Think that option would work out much cheaper than a specific fitness camp.

Just filled in a complaint on OFCOM website. Was actually very straight forward.