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by avocom
04 May 2017, 12:28
Forum: Road
Topic: Just a test post, please delete
Replies: 0
Views: 4378

Re: Just a test post, please delete

Just a test post, please delete
by avocom
14 Nov 2015, 16:22
Forum: Road
Topic: DHBC Adventure Ride - West Head/Akuna Bay Sunday 15/11
Replies: 11
Views: 3540

Re: DHBC Adventure Ride - West Head/Akuna Bay Sunday 15/11

Is this ride on with any weather?
by avocom
20 Aug 2015, 15:42
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: break pads replacement - alu shards
Replies: 9
Views: 5653

Re: break pads replacement - alu shards

Yep, I'm convinced and putting an order on Wiggle this weekend. If anyone wants to add something to the order and save delivery please pm me.

Cheers
by avocom
19 Aug 2015, 21:18
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: break pads replacement - alu shards
Replies: 9
Views: 5653

Re: break pads replacement - alu shards

Thanks all for the comments.

I had considered the Swiss Stop Green, but have read in a few forums a few people complaining that they eat away the rims by collecting stuff specially in the wet.
Can you confirm that they are 'gentle' on the wheels?

Cheers
by avocom
15 Aug 2015, 21:00
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: break pads replacement - alu shards
Replies: 9
Views: 5653

break pads replacement - alu shards

Hi all We had a particular wet July and I have noticed that the break pad inserts have collected a lot of grit and alu shards. Breaking became noisy and left some impressions on the (alloy) rims. Got through the month by plucking the shards off almost every commuting day which was really annoying. C...
by avocom
24 Jul 2015, 23:01
Forum: Road
Topic: DHBC Adventure Ride - Bobbin Head Bash - Sunday, 26 July 2015
Replies: 18
Views: 5997

Re: DHBC Adventure Ride - Bobbin Head Bash - Sunday, 26 July 2015

Peter B
Paul M
Neil M
Adam W
Jo L
Steve C
Diana M
Emma S (hopefully!)
DaveR
Paul D
Todd V
Kerry V
Colin C
Andre F
by avocom
12 Jul 2015, 10:06
Forum: Road
Topic: L’Etape Australia 2016 - by Le Tour De France Saturday 3rd December
Replies: 83
Views: 30311

Re: L’Etape Australia 2016 - by Le Tour De France

Have registered as well - maybe we can get a DHBC "team" -:)

Andre
by avocom
12 Jul 2015, 09:50
Forum: Road
Topic: DHBC Adventure Ride 2016 – West Head-Akuna Bay Easter Friday 2016 5:45
Replies: 78
Views: 25088

Re: DHBC Adventure Ride (Regular) – RNP & Bundeena Adventure – Sunday, 28 June 2015

Thanks very much and congratulations to Paul and Pete for putting this ride together. Looking forward to the next ones. Unfortunately I've been off the bike since for other reasons, but I'll thank you both personally probably next weekend. On another point (Blake, feel free to move this if you think...
by avocom
27 Jun 2015, 12:26
Forum: Conversation
Topic: How to be Seen at Night
Replies: 26
Views: 9320

Re: How to be Seen at Night

Hi Jo

I'm sorry, but I have already ordered it. I got the $85 option which isn't too bad. Hurry, there are still a few $85 packages and there are only 9 hours for the project to end...
by avocom
24 Jun 2015, 22:32
Forum: Conversation
Topic: How to be Seen at Night
Replies: 26
Views: 9320

Re: How to be Seen at Night

These look great. I'd question the battery life but a good commuter solution: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dingbikelight/ding-bike-lights Hi Jo. Really liked these. And after a closed call tonight at the infamous Bourke St, I'm seriously thinking of getting them. The battery might not be to...
by avocom
23 Jun 2015, 21:49
Forum: Road
Topic: DHBC Adventure Ride 2016 – West Head-Akuna Bay Easter Friday 2016 5:45
Replies: 78
Views: 25088

Re: DHBC Adventure Ride (Regular) – RNP & Bundeena Adventure – Sunday, 28 June 2015

Thanks Peter and Paul.
I'll take my chances and if there are some coming early I'll join this group even if this means a mock TTT training -:)

Really looking forward to this ride.
by avocom
23 Jun 2015, 11:21
Forum: Road
Topic: DHBC Adventure Ride 2016 – West Head-Akuna Bay Easter Friday 2016 5:45
Replies: 78
Views: 25088

Re: DHBC Adventure Ride (Regular) – RNP & Bundeena Adventure – Sunday, 28 June 2015

Hi Peter

Can you please confirm that the finish time in Marrickville is ~10:15am?
Last Sunday at the Waterfall ride I heard someone saying that we should expect to get back at or after lunch time.
Cheers
by avocom
07 Jun 2015, 18:16
Forum: Road
Topic: DHBC Adventure Ride 2016 – West Head-Akuna Bay Easter Friday 2016 5:45
Replies: 78
Views: 25088

Re: DHBC Adventure Ride (Regular) – RNP & Bundeena Adventure – Sunday, 28 June 2015

Peter B
Paul M
Neil m
Emma S
Adam W
Jo Lees
Nick G
Colin C
Andre F
by avocom
07 Jun 2015, 18:13
Forum: Road
Topic: Any rides happening on Mon Jun 8th?
Replies: 18
Views: 4799

Re: Any rides happening on Mon Jun 8th?

I'm sorry, but I can't make this ride either. Will have to take the little one to the Zoo -:)
Neil,
Can a Kurnell Ride tempt you?
http://www.dhbc.org.au/forum/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=4897
by avocom
04 Jun 2015, 08:00
Forum: Road
Topic: Any rides happening on Mon Jun 8th?
Replies: 18
Views: 4799

Re: Any rides happening on Mon Jun 8th?

28's RNP
1. Jo L.
2. Neilm
3. Andre F (TBC)

Jo, I see you have also confirmed presence in a LaPa farewell ride for Greg. Aren't they on the same day???
Andre
by avocom
10 Nov 2014, 13:46
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Advice on wheel upgrade for a road bike
Replies: 6
Views: 7483

Advice on wheel upgrade for a road bike

Following up on the success of the topic 'Advice on new road tyre' I'm hoping to get some advice on a new wheelset. To be honest, I find the options out there so many and a bit overwhelming. I understand that different wheels serve different purposes and styles and I have heard that in selecting a w...
by avocom
15 Oct 2014, 15:18
Forum: Road
Topic: Waterfall C28s Sun October 12th
Replies: 1
Views: 908

Re: Waterfall C28s Sun October 12th

Just wanted to say Thanks to Stuart for leading an enjoyable ride this morning. It was a good bunch and the pace was well managed.
I second that. Thanks Stu for a great ride.
by avocom
15 Oct 2014, 15:14
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Advice on new road tyre
Replies: 16
Views: 7580

Re: Advice on new road tyre

Here is my follow up feedback. I ended up going with a pair of Ultremo DDs (not the ZX) and they are great. I do a few club rides to Waterfall, Eastern Hills and Slowies and commute almost daily through the dirty streets of Redfern, Surry Hills and the city. So far have had only one puncture which h...
by avocom
15 Oct 2014, 14:52
Forum: Road
Topic: Ride to Work Day Wednesday October 15th
Replies: 18
Views: 5637

Re: Ride to Work Day Wednesday October 15th

Set the alarm, woke up, but so did the baby. After a while we both went back to sleep.
As a punishment I had a broken spoke during the wet ride to work.
by avocom
06 Aug 2014, 18:35
Forum: Club Kit Orders
Topic: Clothing order , closes 17/8/14
Replies: 29
Views: 12173

Re: Clothing order , closes 10/8/14

Bib knicks (if you don't specify M/W I will assume M) $120 S M L XL Razor Bib knicks (if you don't specify M/W I will assume M) $160 S M JoTheBuilder (Women's) M James R (Long, men's, endurance) L Peter B (long, men's, endurance) XL Skin suit (specify M/W and either long or short sleeves) $160 S M L...
by avocom
25 Jul 2014, 16:29
Forum: Club Kit Orders
Topic: EOI: Higher end club kit
Replies: 8
Views: 5122

Re: EOI: Higher end club kit

Hi Christian

I'd be interested in a club cut small jersey depending on the turnaround of the order.
Are you working with a particular timeframe?

Cheers

Andre F
by avocom
11 Jun 2014, 14:01
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Advice on new road tyre
Replies: 16
Views: 7580

Re: Advice on new road tyre

Great comments all round and many options to consider. Thanks very much. But I have to admit I like the balance of the Schwalbe Ultremo DD and might give them a try. Found them here for $50.99 and here is a review with more interesting comments. Haven't made up my mind yet though. But I know time is...
by avocom
10 Jun 2014, 11:43
Forum: Road
Topic: Queen's Birthday ride
Replies: 14
Views: 4664

Re: Queen's Birthday ride

I'm glad you got a nice ride. I went up Cooks river to meet a friend for a ride which was supposed to start at the Olympic Park. All well until my new tyre had some other ideas which resulted with a train ride home...

Andre
by avocom
10 Jun 2014, 11:39
Forum: Road
Topic: Good Advice and Common Sense
Replies: 2
Views: 1084

Re: Good Advice and Common Sense

Yes, good and important read indeed.
It reminded me of the free courses the City of Sydney provide to empower people to ride with traffic.
Free Cycling Courses

Andre
by avocom
10 Jun 2014, 11:29
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Advice on new road tyre
Replies: 16
Views: 7580

Advice on new road tyre

I understand that tyre choice is quite personal and also varies according to type of riding and rider weight, but I really would like your opinion on the subject. I have recently fitted 2 x Continental Grand Prix 4000S II (700 x 23c) and 500kms later this happens to the back tyre. http://www.avocom....
by avocom
07 Jun 2014, 16:36
Forum: Road
Topic: Queen's Birthday ride
Replies: 14
Views: 4664

Re: Queen's Birthday ride

Thanks Dougie I was only trying to get an idea of the general interest. Being a newbie I don't know many routes and I'm terrible with directions. So I can pick the starting point, time, suggest a pace and hope people will come up with nice rides. The usual suspects are Akuna, Gorges, Eastern Suburbs...
by avocom
06 Jun 2014, 14:27
Forum: Road
Topic: Queen's Birthday ride
Replies: 14
Views: 4664

Queen's Birthday ride

Anyone up for a ride on Monday (9/6)?
I was thinking of something 80 to 100kms @ 28s pace leaving at 6:30, but I could be convinced of leaving at 6am.
Not really sure where to go at this stage.
Hopefully the weather will get better over the weekend and it will be a good day for a ride.

Andre
by avocom
25 Apr 2014, 22:49
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Are you a Joomla or Web Design person - Your club needs you.
Replies: 10
Views: 4579

Re: Are you a Joomla or Web Design person - Your club needs

Hi Stuart I just saw the post on FB and remember that last year a ride leader from Slowies (I think it was Jo) asked me something about it. Yes, it is a huge upgrade. Depending of the website and components it is sometimes easier to rebuild it from scratch. If all external components are compatible ...

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