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by GregPankhurst
10 Jun 2015, 17:19
Forum: Vintage Bicycles
Topic: Repco Eurosport Tri-A
Replies: 13
Views: 7434

Re: Repco Eurosport Tri-A

Image

Sorry for the first link. Damn tapatalk
by GregPankhurst
09 Jun 2015, 21:55
Forum: Vintage Bicycles
Topic: Repco Eurosport Tri-A
Replies: 13
Views: 7434

Repco Eurosport Tri-A

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/09/af4f69af3ab5356171d88a78c04b20fe.jpg So progressing nicely. Need to resolve some headset issues (bearing issues), source a new 6sp threaded cluster (at 14-28, seems to wide a spread for the rd cage, and also has some issues), and the band for the FD seems a li...
by GregPankhurst
07 Jun 2015, 19:14
Forum: Road
Topic: Queens Birthday Ride June 8: last spin with DHBC
Replies: 16
Views: 5345

Queens Birthday Ride June 8: last spin with DHBC

I'd bow to Adam's expertise. Albeit we don't usually do LaPa at c25s pace, nor do we know the cafe endpoint
by GregPankhurst
07 Jun 2015, 17:28
Forum: Road
Topic: Queens Birthday Ride June 8: last spin with DHBC
Replies: 16
Views: 5345

Queens Birthday Ride June 8: last spin with DHBC

Normal route - at least until we hit cafe country.
by GregPankhurst
05 Jun 2015, 22:35
Forum: Road
Topic: Queens Birthday Ride June 8: last spin with DHBC
Replies: 16
Views: 5345

Re: Queens Birthday Ride June 8: last spin with DHBC

7am rollout. That is provided I get there by then
by GregPankhurst
21 May 2015, 16:49
Forum: Road
Topic: Queens Birthday Ride June 8: last spin with DHBC
Replies: 16
Views: 5345

Queens Birthday Ride June 8: last spin with DHBC

Annoyingly the planets don't line up for the tour this time round. C'est la vie

Just have to get by on the croque monsieurs, art, countryside & croissants. I'll squeeze in a ride or 2 as well
by GregPankhurst
21 May 2015, 11:30
Forum: Road
Topic: Queens Birthday Ride June 8: last spin with DHBC
Replies: 16
Views: 5345

Queens Birthday Ride June 8: last spin with DHBC

Lo all For those not quite up to date with current events, I'm soon seachanging with the family to North Queensland. I'm upping stumps in Sydney mid-June, but going up the North the long way (via France, as it happens) Me, Sue and the kids are excited about the move, but it will be kinda sad to say ...
by GregPankhurst
21 May 2015, 11:13
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Stuart O'Grady.. For $1,000
Replies: 5
Views: 2676

Re: Stuart O'Grady.. For $1,000

O'Grady blocked me on Twitter
My guess is he's not exactly Robinson Crusoe there Stuart :P
by GregPankhurst
20 May 2015, 15:01
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Stuart O'Grady.. For $1,000
Replies: 5
Views: 2676

Re: Stuart O'Grady.. For $1,000

Dismissing O'Grady as simply a drug cheat is entirely overly simplistic.

And there is an appetite out there to hear more about the underbelly of cycling. And I'm sure (just like Voigt) he's got an entertaining story or 2 to tell.

How many seats for the Jens show v O'Grady
by GregPankhurst
06 May 2015, 10:15
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Free Stuff
Replies: 310
Views: 258452

Re: Free Stuff

by GregPankhurst
05 May 2015, 18:02
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Free Stuff
Replies: 310
Views: 258452

Free Stuff

Couple of cupboards. Big. Good for holding stuff. Including bike stuff. In good condition but not posh items. I've had them in garage holding stuff.

Will stick up pics soon. Why can't I post said pics from tapatalk?

Pick up near Dulwich Hill station
by GregPankhurst
15 Apr 2015, 15:54
Forum: Road
Topic: Kids Roadie
Replies: 0
Views: 1038

Kids Roadie

Hi All Chloe's 9 turning 10 and is due for a bike upgrade. I'm kinda thinking a roadie this time round, and indeed she's flagged wanting a roadie as her next bike. Just wondering what brands/stores have the best kids offerings? Any links to good articles about kids bike decisions would also be good....
by GregPankhurst
27 Mar 2015, 08:09
Forum: Conversation
Topic: 2015 Sydney Classic Bicycle Show
Replies: 48
Views: 16571

Re: 2015 Sydney Classic Bicycle Show

What's the go with dropping off cakes/biscuits and the like? Just bowl up at 11 and fumble thru it, or do you want them down there earlier?
by GregPankhurst
20 Mar 2015, 17:12
Forum: Conversation
Topic: 2015 Sydney Classic Bicycle Show
Replies: 48
Views: 16571

2015 Sydney Classic Bicycle Show

T-shirt orders:

1. Dougie - small
2. Jo L - 10
3. James R - small
4. Eleri - 8
5. Greg - medium
by GregPankhurst
14 Mar 2015, 17:09
Forum: Road
Topic: Heads up re: Sun 15 & Waterfall
Replies: 0
Views: 987

Heads up re: Sun 15 & Waterfall

Just a quick note that quite a strong southerly front is due thru Sunday morning. It's due to sweep thru at 7 or 730ish, and as is the nature of southerly fronts it'll probably be quite nice weather beforehand. So it could be rather shabby at 8 having been lovely at 6. It's not like it's likely to h...
by GregPankhurst
08 Mar 2015, 20:52
Forum: Conversation
Topic: 2015 Sydney Classic Bicycle Show
Replies: 48
Views: 16571

Re: 2015 Sydney Classic Bicycle Show

Call for VOLUNTEERS for Classic Bike Show 28 March 2015 We appreciate your help. Please add your name to the lists below to ensure we have enough volunteers to cover the day. Set up Infield 8:00 - 10:00 Help set up tents, tables, chairs etc. Matt Teffer, Peter Teow, 9:00 - 11:00 Help with allocation...
by GregPankhurst
08 Mar 2015, 10:41
Forum: Road
Topic: 3 Peaks
Replies: 0
Views: 1023

3 Peaks

For anyone keen to see how people are going en route:

http://my4.raceresult.com/details/index ... 88&lang=en

Times get updated a they cross every summit
by GregPankhurst
03 Mar 2015, 17:38
Forum: Conversation
Topic: 2015 Sydney Classic Bicycle Show
Replies: 48
Views: 16571

2015 Sydney Classic Bicycle Show

St Peters have both a recorder and ukulele outfit, but I'm not sure I could recommend either in good conscience
by GregPankhurst
10 Feb 2015, 11:04
Forum: Road
Topic: Travel Bags/Cases
Replies: 6
Views: 3471

Travel Bags/Cases

Just wondering what people could recommend (and recommend avoiding) in the travel bag/case space? Or is the whole thing much easier to stuff in a cardboard bike box?

And are there any bags/boxes that might hold 2 bikes?
by GregPankhurst
02 Feb 2015, 09:01
Forum: Vintage Bicycles
Topic: Repco Eurosport Tri-A
Replies: 13
Views: 7434

Re: Repco Eurosport Tri-A

tis indeed an English bb.

Crankset is shimano. Not 105, but some shimano species (will confirm once I again get home). Some of the chainring teeth were looking a little worn
by GregPankhurst
31 Jan 2015, 13:50
Forum: Vintage Bicycles
Topic: Repco Eurosport Tri-A
Replies: 13
Views: 7434

Re: Repco Eurosport Tri-A

Ok, so I've pretty much stripped the frame back for respraying. Not sure the bb and crankset are in fantastic nick, so might seek replacement. Any ideas what I need to be looking for in terms of bb type/size or crankset?
by GregPankhurst
29 Jan 2015, 16:14
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Thule Roof Racks
Replies: 1
Views: 1292

Re: Thule Roof Racks

Sold. 10 char
by GregPankhurst
29 Jan 2015, 15:28
Forum: Road
Topic: Alpine Classic - thoughts of a newb.
Replies: 3
Views: 1526

Re: Alpine Classic - thoughts of a newb.

Blog write up and a few pics: http://backoffalls.blogspot.com.au/

I did TDU last year (albeit I wasn't riding) and agree it's very good. But it's also a very different beast
by GregPankhurst
25 Jan 2015, 14:20
Forum: Road
Topic: Alpine Classic - thoughts of a newb.
Replies: 3
Views: 1526

Alpine Classic - thoughts of a newb.

I know the Alpine Classic is popular in DHBC circles, but I just wanted to give the perspective of a newbie targeting one of the shorter distances rather than one of the hardcore/320km set. Long story short, it's a brilliant weekend. It's such a great experience riding roads that are largely restric...
by GregPankhurst
19 Jan 2015, 08:11
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Thule Roof Racks
Replies: 1
Views: 1292

Thule Roof Racks

For sale: Thule Roof Racks. The roof racks are the Thule square bar model, and can be installed/removed without drilling/any tools. The bars adjust to suit nearly any car, they just need the right foot & fit kit. This particular fit kit suits a Honda HRV, and from my research the foot and fit ki...
by GregPankhurst
06 Jan 2015, 19:46
Forum: Road
Topic: Meeting point remains Post Office Square
Replies: 11
Views: 4250

Re: Where is the meeting point in 2015?

I own a boat. Trying to be the good neighbour, I kept moving where I parked it whenever one complained, despite it being parked entirely legally and the boat being fully registered and oft used. I needed a parking spot that wasn't going to constantly be swamped in leaf litter and couldn't be parked ...
by GregPankhurst
01 Jan 2015, 15:32
Forum: Road
Topic: Christmas Rides and the Rapha Festive 500
Replies: 39
Views: 10534

Re: Christmas Rides and the Rapha Festive 500

Cheers. Will take up Pete's offer though. Cheers guys
by GregPankhurst
01 Jan 2015, 10:26
Forum: Road
Topic: Christmas Rides and the Rapha Festive 500
Replies: 39
Views: 10534

Christmas Rides and the Rapha Festive 500

Any takers? Austinmer a bit on the longish and severely hilly side for my tastes
by GregPankhurst
31 Dec 2014, 12:02
Forum: Road
Topic: Christmas Rides and the Rapha Festive 500
Replies: 39
Views: 10534

Re: Christmas Rides and the Rapha Festive 500

Nice ride this morning.

If there's an interest in a Friday the 2nd spin, I'd be keen to turn the legs over. I'm probably the least suitable person to lead a ride though - just throwing it out there.

Eastern suburb hills, LaPa, that sort of thing. 25s pace is more my threshold
by GregPankhurst
30 Dec 2014, 10:02
Forum: Road
Topic: Christmas Rides and the Rapha Festive 500
Replies: 39
Views: 10534

Re: Christmas Rides and the Rapha Festive 500

Anyone planning to do LaPa tomorrow (31st) morning?

I'd like to tag along but I do so with the advance warning it'd perhaps be a more cruisy version of LaPa.
by GregPankhurst
27 Dec 2014, 14:29
Forum: Road
Topic: West Head ride review (highly recommended)
Replies: 2
Views: 1536

West Head ride review (highly recommended)

So today I stuck the bike in the car & headed to Turramurra to meet up with my mate Dave who some of you may know to do the run out to West Head and back. I've not ridden a great deal in that part of the world (1 Xmas adventure ride a few years back, and a few 3 Gorges loops) but what a glorious...
by GregPankhurst
17 Dec 2014, 14:39
Forum: Road
Topic: Bib Shorts
Replies: 11
Views: 4291

Re: Bib Shorts

Given the Assos factory outlet a run. Read a review of top end nicks, and they reckoned for comfort Asoss were the duck's proverbials. And with the Factory outlet, the price goes from brutal to merely harsh.

Tried DHB. They are in the meh pile. They're OK, but unremarkable, IMO.
by GregPankhurst
09 Dec 2014, 10:25
Forum: Road
Topic: Bib Shorts
Replies: 11
Views: 4291

Bib Shorts

So I'm in the market for a new set. I've owned Cell, DHB, BBB, Champion Systems, and they're all OK, but none are brilliant. I did have a set of Assos, and they felt like riding on a cloud. But at $250 a set, they'd want to. Anyone got any recommendations for more moderately priced option that have ...
by GregPankhurst
13 Nov 2014, 13:38
Forum: Vintage Bicycles
Topic: Repco Eurosport Tri-A
Replies: 13
Views: 7434

Re: Repco Eurosport Tri-A

Any of you vintage boys got a 6 speed cluster you'd be happy to part with? Some friction levers for down tube braze ons would also be greatly appreciated. BTW I'm not expecting this to be for free........
by GregPankhurst
05 Nov 2014, 20:23
Forum: Vintage Bicycles
Topic: Repco Eurosport Tri-A
Replies: 13
Views: 7434

Re: Repco Eurosport Tri-A

Sweet. Cheers Marc
by GregPankhurst
03 Nov 2014, 05:47
Forum: Vintage Bicycles
Topic: Repco Eurosport Tri-A
Replies: 13
Views: 7434

Re: Repco Eurosport Tri-A

Cheers Marc. Don't worry, there will be no lack of scope for future chats :) Think the best first step will be getting someone clued up to eyeball it. Might waddle down the cafe with it one coming Saturday. I dare say a crash course in bike repair and sourcing parts wouldn't go astray either Few pic...
by GregPankhurst
01 Nov 2014, 13:27
Forum: Vintage Bicycles
Topic: Repco Eurosport Tri-A
Replies: 13
Views: 7434

Repco Eurosport Tri-A

Not sure if this is officially vintage but being a much admired bike of my teens, it must at least be retro. So I picked up one of these bad boys having spied it sitting forlornly in a neighbour's yard and making an offer they couldn't refuse (you'll get rid of it? For free? Awesome) To my eye it lo...
by GregPankhurst
08 Oct 2014, 13:38
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Anyone got a good steel frame/fork for sale?
Replies: 0
Views: 1195

Anyone got a good steel frame/fork for sale?

Not for me (Darwin would ride carbon) but a good friend is looking to get a bit retro. Well more retro. Some may know him - he's ridden with me on the odd DHBC ride. And I know there are a few steel fans in the club Looking for something around 54cm. No idea what the market is like in this space, bu...
by GregPankhurst
20 Aug 2014, 22:39
Forum: Road
Topic: Couple of Upcoming Charity-Cycling Events
Replies: 0
Views: 871

Couple of Upcoming Charity-Cycling Events

Hi All For those that don't know, I used to work in Medical Research. A couple of my old haunts are running some major cycling events to hopefully raise some money, and they asked me to broadcast them thru club circles: First one is Paceline (http://www.paceline.com.au/) run by the Victor Chang. The...
by GregPankhurst
26 Jul 2014, 20:54
Forum: Road
Topic: It's on! Audax, 320km of up
Replies: 14
Views: 5351

Re: It's on! Audax, 320km of up

I'm keen, albeit perhaps for one of the more modest distances.

Is it a safe bet that will be a few DHBC folk I might be able to bludge a lift off and bunk in with? Entirely happy to pay my way in both respects.
by GregPankhurst
28 Jun 2014, 15:58
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Free Stuff
Replies: 310
Views: 258452

Re: Free Stuff

Gone
by GregPankhurst
28 Jun 2014, 10:39
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Free Stuff
Replies: 310
Views: 258452

Re: Free Stuff

Non bike related.

Kids tethered booster seat - mothers choice brand. Suits kids between 4 and 7.

Manufactured Nov 2007, so still fine for next 3 yrs (they are only legal with 10 yrs of manufacture)

Pick up in Dulwich Hill
by GregPankhurst
18 Jun 2014, 08:46
Forum: Road
Topic: Another Local Accident
Replies: 0
Views: 876

Another Local Accident

This one in Tempe :-(

http://m.police.nsw.gov.au/news_media_r ... w9MQ%3D%3D

Anyone know any further detail?
by GregPankhurst
08 Jun 2014, 14:38
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Free Stuff
Replies: 310
Views: 258452

Re: Free Stuff

Kids bike seat, for mounting on an adult's bike. Suit 6mth to 3yo roughly

Not much more to add. Slightly dated but was used only once.

Pick up from Dulwich Hill
by GregPankhurst
11 May 2014, 22:16
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 286850

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

I too spotted Geoff, though he was sighted on Better Homes and Gardens on Channel 7. No DHBC kit to be seen
by GregPankhurst
09 May 2014, 21:37
Forum: Road
Topic: DHBC Cycling Camp
Replies: 6
Views: 2325

Re: DHBC Cycling Camp

Nothing is carved in stone yet. Timing, duration, format, location, etc. Hence the survey
by GregPankhurst
06 May 2014, 18:45
Forum: Road
Topic: DHBC Cycling Camp
Replies: 6
Views: 2325

Re: DHBC Cycling Camp

Lotsa thread views, a lot less survey responses....

It only takes a minute to do the survey guys.
by GregPankhurst
03 May 2014, 19:56
Forum: Road
Topic: FTP Testing
Replies: 12
Views: 5002

Re: FTP Testing

The FTP test is basically a test is how much wattage you can consistanly maintain over 20 mins. 95% of your average is your FTP
by GregPankhurst
03 May 2014, 17:46
Forum: Road
Topic: DHBC Cycling Camp
Replies: 6
Views: 2325

DHBC Cycling Camp

Lo All So I was recently up in Townsville for short holiday, and came away a little blown away by the quality of the cycling. The roads are great (good surfaces and nice & wide), traffic is amazingly light, there's a rapidly evolving cycling culture developing (there's bunches aplenty on the roa...
by GregPankhurst
03 May 2014, 15:27
Forum: Road
Topic: FTP Testing
Replies: 12
Views: 5002

FTP Testing

So I got my FTP tested the other day at the Athlete Lab. So my FTP is 200w, and I'm still trying to get a handle on exactly what that means.

So if you wanna know a bit more about FTPs and FTP testing, have a look at my blog - http://backoffalls.blogspot.com.au/

Anyone else know their FTP?
by GregPankhurst
01 May 2014, 16:20
Forum: Conversation
Topic: DHBC member involved in accident today
Replies: 24
Views: 8937

Re: DHBC member involved in accident today

Appalled that the police have so quickly and publicly exonerated the truck driver from any blame, thereby blaming Anthony. Whereas when six cyclists get hit from behind on a three lane road where clearly the driver is at fault, they're 'still investigating' months later. Just shows the attitude of ...
by GregPankhurst
22 Apr 2014, 20:58
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Flying Domestically with a bike?
Replies: 8
Views: 3663

Flying Domestically with a bike?

Just wondering what input DHBC folk could offer on flying with a bike? Is any particular carrier the carrier of choice or one that should be avoided like the plague? And should one expect to pay a fee, or are most happy to give the bike a free ride? Or do you need to make sure you purchase additiona...
by GregPankhurst
18 Apr 2014, 18:30
Forum: Road
Topic: Can I scam a Wind Trainer?
Replies: 2
Views: 946

Re: Can I scam a Wind Trainer?

That'd be great Phillip.

I'm away this week though, so don't rush round

I'll PM you once I hit town
by GregPankhurst
18 Apr 2014, 17:58
Forum: Road
Topic: Can I scam a Wind Trainer?
Replies: 2
Views: 946

Can I scam a Wind Trainer?

Has anyone got a wind trainer I might be able to borrow? Not for myself though - one of my mates who is a roadie has had a horror surf incident and broke his neck down at Merimbula last week. Thankfully he's as ok as one can be, and the prognosis is good. He's still hospital bound but is keen to get...
by GregPankhurst
15 Apr 2014, 18:08
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Commuting with a Laptop
Replies: 20
Views: 6722

Re: Commuting with a Laptop

Even better answer. Leave the laptop at work, buy a cheap notebook and remote in. Or just use a smartphone
by GregPankhurst
15 Apr 2014, 07:37
Forum: Conversation
Topic: What should we do with the recumbent?
Replies: 32
Views: 10447

Re: What should we do with the recumbent?

So the recumbent has a new home having been handed to Royal Rehab at Ryde. http://i1064.photobucket.com/albums/u374/GregPankhurst/RecumbentHandover.jpg The guys up there were super appreciative, and the new building & surrounds up there makes jumping on a recumbent far easier for all parties. It...
by GregPankhurst
12 Apr 2014, 10:17
Forum: Road
Topic: So if you had around $2K to buy a bike you'd buy.....
Replies: 9
Views: 3832

Re: So if you had around $2K to buy a bike you'd buy.....

Thanks for all the input, and the offer Rod. n again = 1. I've ended up with a Focus Cayo. Rode a Synapse and a Domane but the Cayo won out. In the pure geometry stakes there are more Sportive flavoured bikes, but it handled brilliantly and still felt comfy. More on my blog here: http://backoffalls....
by GregPankhurst
07 Apr 2014, 15:09
Forum: Road
Topic: So if you had around $2K to buy a bike you'd buy.....
Replies: 9
Views: 3832

So if you had around $2K to buy a bike you'd buy.....

So wanted to try a Trek Domane but don't want to deal with Clarence St Cyclery (where I've been underwhelmed with the customer experience ). Can anyone recommend a good Trek store (I see park bikes at Homebush deal in trek - they any good?)
by GregPankhurst
04 Apr 2014, 19:55
Forum: Road
Topic: So if you had around $2K to buy a bike you'd buy.....
Replies: 9
Views: 3832

So if you had around $2K to buy a bike you'd buy.....

So as of this afternoon, N=0. I don't though plan on going sans bike for long. My plan is to get something that offers perhaps a more comfy (endurance frames or sportive bikes appear to be the terms of the day) ride and more relaxed geometry. From my reading of (mainly Bike Radar) reviews, I'm guess...
by GregPankhurst
04 Apr 2014, 17:32
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Now just plain old for sale - Orbea Lobular TLT
Replies: 2
Views: 1701

Re: Now just plain old for sale - Orbea Lobular TLT

Not that there was a exactly a frenzy of activity, but the bike is sold. Via Gumtree believe it or not
by GregPankhurst
29 Mar 2014, 17:53
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Now just plain old for sale - Orbea Lobular TLT
Replies: 2
Views: 1701

Now just plain old for sale - Orbea Lobular TLT

So I've bitten off a stupidly large amount and am chewing furiously. I'm aiming for a run at the 3 Peaks 2015. My run at 3 peaks 2013 got rather rudely interrupted, and I feel like I've got unfinished business. And aiming high can't be a bad thing. As part of the buildup, I was thinking a steed with...
by GregPankhurst
23 Mar 2014, 19:55
Forum: Road
Topic: Sunday's Accident
Replies: 22
Views: 7801

Re: Sunday's Accident

I don't know what riding this bit of Southern Cross is like, but unless it's near miss Central I don't think banning riding the area is any sort of solution. If this truly was a texting while driving issue, Gardeners Rd will be equally prone to it
by GregPankhurst
19 Mar 2014, 14:13
Forum: Road
Topic: Sunday's Accident
Replies: 22
Views: 7801

Re: Sunday's Accident

Keep in mind there's nothing carved in stone saying one must turn at Waterfall. Sutho or Captain Cook Bridge are equally valid. And this will make these rides feel safer and thus more accessible to all. I do agree that it will probably make riding the area more awkward outside those times (at least ...
by GregPankhurst
19 Mar 2014, 09:12
Forum: Road
Topic: Sunday's Accident
Replies: 22
Views: 7801

Re: Sunday's Accident

Thanks Greg. I'm having discussions with a couple of other Club Presidents about this proposal and the feasibility. It could be a goer. We do need to work out what to do in places where there are parked cars - eg Kingsway (way up) and Sandringham Street at Sans Souci (way back) I'd suggest they bec...
by GregPankhurst
18 Mar 2014, 19:23
Forum: Road
Topic: Sunday's Accident
Replies: 22
Views: 7801

Sunday's Accident

Must admit I was entirely on edge until I heard it wasn't DHBC and all the cyclists escaped with their lives. Still doesn't make the crash less ugly though. The crap on social media I the aftermath was damn near as ugly as the accident. I did though see on idea floated among the rage that is well wo...
by GregPankhurst
07 Mar 2014, 08:59
Forum: Conversation
Topic: What should we do with the recumbent?
Replies: 32
Views: 10447

Re: What should we do with the recumbent?

Will do. The Czech lad may well end up being the first beneficiary via Ryde so win win
by GregPankhurst
06 Mar 2014, 15:32
Forum: Conversation
Topic: What should we do with the recumbent?
Replies: 32
Views: 10447

Re: What should we do with the recumbent?

So I today met a guy in one of my therapy groups who has a disturbingly familiar tale. He came off his bike in June (admittedly a mountain bike not roadie), landed heavily face first, spent a couple of weeks in a coma, and is slowly fighting his way back. He's a Czech lad. Nice bloke, probably mid 3...
by GregPankhurst
01 Mar 2014, 13:50
Forum: Road
Topic: Decent cheap knicks
Replies: 6
Views: 2091

Re: Decent cheap knicks

Think I could find them on my phone?

Cheers though - annoyingly none in my size: L
by GregPankhurst
01 Mar 2014, 12:59
Forum: Road
Topic: Decent cheap knicks
Replies: 6
Views: 2091

Decent cheap knicks

Seems like my Cell Knicks have not aged well in the draw, and before I reappear on the odd ride I probably should reload. Seems like cell have gotten out of the knock business though. Can anyone recommend a cheap and cheerful brand/source? I know there are options aplenty (DHBs) at Wiggle in 60-70 b...
by GregPankhurst
26 Feb 2014, 20:23
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 286850

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

EleriMT. In the dark and rain tonite. On Illawarra Rd
by GregPankhurst
11 Feb 2014, 16:18
Forum: Conversation
Topic: What should we do with the recumbent?
Replies: 32
Views: 10447

Re: What should we do with the recumbent?

If people are keen to look at options beyond Ryde Rehab apparently the Ceberbral Palsy appliance https://www.cerebralpalsy.org.au/ and Minimbah (http://minimbah.org.au/) were suggested alternatives. I've not made contact with them however. Only other thing that came to my mind is perhaps we could lo...
by GregPankhurst
01 Feb 2014, 22:17
Forum: Road
Topic: 25 vs 23 tyres
Replies: 7
Views: 2475

Re: 25 vs 23 tyres

Tackled this topic recently in my blog: http://makingcyclingsafer.blogspot.com. ... tyres.html
by GregPankhurst
01 Feb 2014, 16:42
Forum: Road
Topic: Johnny Warren Jamberoo Classic 2014
Replies: 13
Views: 4970

Re: Johnny Warren Jamberoo Classic 2014

3. No ambulances or the need for ambulances
Highly recommended that.
6. I repay the cookie I pitched off Greg...
Wondered where that went
by GregPankhurst
27 Jan 2014, 21:52
Forum: Road
Topic: Anyone got a ladies flat bar roadie that Sue could try??
Replies: 1
Views: 1017

Anyone got a ladies flat bar roadie that Sue could try??

Sue (the better half) was keen to perhaps give slowies a whirl. Does anyone happen to have a ladies flat bar Roadie Sue might be able to borrow for a slowies mission? She's only got the one bike, and she feels it's probably a little cruisey, even for slowies. http://www.cellbikes.com.au/CELL-Syren-R...
by GregPankhurst
27 Jan 2014, 21:43
Forum: Road
Topic: Tour Down Under 2014 - What goes on Tour Stays on Tour
Replies: 6
Views: 2326

Re: Tour Down Under 2014 - What goes on Tour Stays on Tour

My 2 cents: *One of the best single sporting events I've ever been to (and I've been to a few, just quietly). Great atmosphere among the spectators (plenty of friendly banter and chat), but also amazing access to the riders and course. People were still riding Willunga 15 mins before the pros came t...
by GregPankhurst
23 Jan 2014, 19:50
Forum: Conversation
Topic: What should we do with the recumbent?
Replies: 32
Views: 10447

Re: What should we do with the recumbent?

FWIW the guys at Ryde have advised they would certainly get plenty of milage out of another trike for both programs on site and off site (which isn't an option at the moment as demand is too high). I made it clear we were still looking at a range of options, so nothing is confirmed or locked in, but...
by GregPankhurst
23 Jan 2014, 15:45
Forum: Conversation
Topic: What should we do with the recumbent?
Replies: 32
Views: 10447

Re: What should we do with the recumbent?

Surely that goes without saying?
by GregPankhurst
23 Jan 2014, 12:19
Forum: Conversation
Topic: What should we do with the recumbent?
Replies: 32
Views: 10447

Re: What should we do with the recumbent?

find out if it's true that recumbent lower aero profile + the way the body is aligned transmits more power and hence whips traditional bikes in the speed stakes. Let's do this for science. My 2 cents on such things. Don't expect miracles. Best time I could manage on the Trike round CP was 9.15 acco...
by GregPankhurst
23 Jan 2014, 11:43
Forum: Conversation
Topic: What should we do with the recumbent?
Replies: 32
Views: 10447

Re: What should we do with the recumbent?

More than happy to facilitate a velodrome/CP/hill climb shoot out, albeit I'm not road legal (by car or bike) so I'll still need a hand to get the trike to venue X. And I'm away this weekend. There isn't much to riding one of these trikes, so it lends itself to something such as this. Being down low...
by GregPankhurst
22 Jan 2014, 21:53
Forum: Conversation
Topic: What should we do with the recumbent?
Replies: 32
Views: 10447

Re: What should we do with the recumbent?

Just thought I'd add a couple of things. *Having joined the recumbent set, I've learnt a bit about them. The 2nd hand market is indeed mall though seemingly rather fluid. There's a paucity of good offerings on the market, and a Catrike is a rather highly regarded species. Near new, and well maintain...
by GregPankhurst
11 Jan 2014, 18:44
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Elite Racer or Elite Master?
Replies: 5
Views: 2294

Re: Elite Racer or Elite Master?

I've always felt that 30 was an odd line in the sand to draw. Still damn close to your physical peak. 40 makes more sense
by GregPankhurst
11 Jan 2014, 18:39
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Cycling Book Exchange?
Replies: 22
Views: 5694

Re: Cycling Book Exchange?

Just txt me when you wanna duck round. Shouldn't be far away most of the day. Might even see you down caf anyhow
by GregPankhurst
11 Jan 2014, 09:45
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Cycling Book Exchange?
Replies: 22
Views: 5694

Re: Cycling Book Exchange?

Can you be bother dragging said books to the cafe tomorrow (Sunday)? If so, what's your ETA at the caf?
by GregPankhurst
09 Jan 2014, 13:45
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Cycling Book Exchange?
Replies: 22
Views: 5694

Re: Cycling Book Exchange?

Cool - 1 found. Would love to borrow Cadel book as well if that's OK?
by GregPankhurst
08 Jan 2014, 21:27
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Cycling Book Exchange?
Replies: 22
Views: 5694

Re: Cycling Book Exchange?

Going for a record for thread resuscitation but who has what? Stu - I've got Figjam that I can finally return
by GregPankhurst
04 Jan 2014, 11:12
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Handy Weather Website
Replies: 0
Views: 843

Handy Weather Website

http://www.seabreeze.com.au/graphs/nsw.asp Nice thing about Seabreeze is it gives you an hour by hour wind forecast (direction and intensity). It's oft used in fishing circles, and I've used it for years - quite reliable and accurate (though not 100% perfect). If you wake up and it's windy, you migh...
by GregPankhurst
20 Dec 2013, 09:00
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Greg Pankhurst's accident
Replies: 137
Views: 38472

Re: Greg Pankhurst's accident

Hey Guys

Just a quick note to let everyone know I returned to 2 wheels yesterday. Just a 6 km chug along the Cooks River on a mates mountain bike rather than a roadie, but it was a bloody nice step on the way back.

Cheers
Greg
by GregPankhurst
05 Dec 2013, 18:52
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Down and out in Maroubra Junction
Replies: 7
Views: 3031

Re: Down and out in Maroubra Junction

What was the attitude of the driver? Hope nothing short of super apologetic, mega helpful, they provided all their details and they were insured to the hilt

Awesome you are OK. That sounds a damn ugly accident
by GregPankhurst
23 Nov 2013, 10:43
Forum: Conversation
Topic: St Peters @ Sunset (totally OT, good fun if you have kids)
Replies: 0
Views: 892

St Peters @ Sunset (totally OT, good fun if you have kids)

This is nothing to do with cycling but I know there are a few young families in the club. Hopefully no-one is too worried about such things.... St Peters @ Sunset is going ahead tonight from 4pm. It's an open air movie night at St Peters school (the best school in the Inner West). The Movie is Arthu...
by GregPankhurst
11 Nov 2013, 12:53
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dog Sitting over Christmas
Replies: 0
Views: 847

Dog Sitting over Christmas

Not sure if this should be here or in For Sale, but anyway... Just wondering if anyone might be up for dog sitting our staffy cross Nugget over Christmas (21-28 Dec)? We ducking away to the Central Coast for the week and need to find Nugget a temporary home. He's a nice dog - housetrained, good with...
by GregPankhurst
30 Oct 2013, 16:02
Forum: Road
Topic: Heads up for those doing Eastern Suburbs Hills
Replies: 3
Views: 1438

Heads up for those doing Eastern Suburbs Hills

Hey All Was doing sculptures by the sea today, and on my travels I saw Gaerloch Ave has been made one way for the duration of sculptures by the sea. If you are doing Eastern Suburbs Hills anticlockwise Gaerloch is the road than connects Tamarama to Bondi (known as the Tamarama Pinch on strava). As s...
by GregPankhurst
15 Oct 2013, 07:19
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 286850

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

Eleri - Illawarra Rd presumably on way home after Tuesday Hills. Resplendent in Haute route kit
by GregPankhurst
07 Oct 2013, 08:53
Forum: Road
Topic: Giro di lombardia
Replies: 1
Views: 860

Re: Giro di lombardia

I've had a tickle of Purito at $5.60
Tickling paid off
by GregPankhurst
06 Oct 2013, 19:30
Forum: Road
Topic: Giro di lombardia
Replies: 1
Views: 860

Giro di lombardia

5th classic of the year. For those not overly familiar with the race, it's a real climbers/puncheurs parcours. Might make decent viewing. SBS1 from 11pm Couple of good links: http://www.sbs.com.au/cyclingcentral/giro-di-lombardia-2013/news/51623/riding-through-the-falling-leaves http://c-cycling.blo...
by GregPankhurst
06 Oct 2013, 14:41
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Men's Bike for $300-400 - Sales?
Replies: 2
Views: 1481

Re: Men's Bike for $300-400 - Sales?

I'll 2nd Cell. Excellent bang for your buck. I started out with a 400 dollar flat bar roadie from Cell. Served me well.
by GregPankhurst
05 Oct 2013, 18:20
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Free Stuff
Replies: 310
Views: 258452

Re: Free Stuff

Two kids bikes - BMX style. 16 inch wheels (so suit 5-7 year olds). Tyres, tread and tubes are OK. One is pink and white, the other black and yellow. Both are in OK condition, but both could use some TLC. Probably both good 2nd bikes for kids - beach house material. If there's no love, they'll be go...
by GregPankhurst
07 Sep 2013, 11:43
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Vuelta - who's excited?
Replies: 24
Views: 6673

Re: Vuelta - who's excited?

Well I'm in Spain, with over 100 TV channels and can't find the Vuelta on any of them!
Given all the miles and climbing you are doing, I doubt you can still straight anyway.
by GregPankhurst
06 Sep 2013, 12:56
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Bloody Interesting Article - Genetics and Drugs in Sport
Replies: 26
Views: 7344

Re: Bloody Interesting Article - Genetics and Drugs in Sport

But that suggests that you think we were all born equal. That would be boring!
I'm not keen on seeing fields of clones, but I do like the idea that we all start from roughly the same place and have roughly the same potential

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