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by Dougie
31 Oct 2018, 17:23
Forum: Road
Topic: Tour Down Under 2019
Replies: 1
Views: 4678

Tour Down Under 2019

Tour Down Under 2019 For my son Will, the TDU is without doubt the absolute highlight of his year. I haven’t been able to keep up with him for a couple of years now. In 2018 he headed off into the Adelaide Hills chasing the Pros by himself. This coming year he’s planning his own itinerary that doesn...
by Dougie
13 Mar 2018, 14:38
Forum: Road
Topic: Three Peaks 2018
Replies: 2
Views: 2784

Three Peaks 2018

Three Peaks 2018 You know, there exists in this world a small sub set of humans whom enjoy the proclivities that only few others share. Imagine the ad in the “Personals” section reads something like this. Mistress Fjäll seeks sub. Enjoys wearing restrictive and figure hugging clothing for extended p...
by Dougie
08 Nov 2017, 14:51
Forum: Road
Topic: Tour Down Under 2018
Replies: 11
Views: 6953

Re: Tour Down Under 2018

Hi TDUers Below is the final list of the DHBC Domestiques Team. I shall collect all the Jerseys and have the available at my Hotel Reception for your collection from Wednesday afternoon. If you have any challenges please call me on Sage Hotel 208 South Terrace, Adelaide Cheers Dougie TEAM NAME ORDER...
by Dougie
01 Nov 2017, 12:59
Forum: Road
Topic: Tour Down Under 2018
Replies: 11
Views: 6953

Re: Tour Down Under 2018

Hi TDUers below from the TDU people. Please check the table and let the TDU people know if there is a problem. Team Name: DHBC DOMESTIQUES Team Code: BCT109 Team Captain Name: Douglas Kirkham Team Captain Mobile: Team Name Order No. First Name Surname Jersey Size Start Location DHBC DOMESTIQUES #711...
by Dougie
18 Sep 2017, 16:54
Forum: Club Kit Orders
Topic: Jan 2016: Club Skinsuit Order
Replies: 22
Views: 11373

Re: Jan 2016: Club Skinsuit Order

Hmmm, let me check. Olaf could you please direct message me your details. cheers Dougie
by Dougie
28 Jul 2017, 13:48
Forum: Road
Topic: Later Thur Hills - 06:00 C28 pace - Interested?
Replies: 9
Views: 5991

Re: Later Thur Hills - 06:00 C28 pace - Interested?

I'd be an attendee. Although i will need to take short cuts as i need to be back in Lewisham by 7.45am

D
by Dougie
24 Jul 2017, 12:48
Forum: Road
Topic: Dinnerville 2017
Replies: 8
Views: 4735

Re: Dinnerville 2017

Nice work John. It's been 1 lap too long for a few years now.....
by Dougie
18 Jul 2017, 13:54
Forum: Road
Topic: Sunday 23rd July - Anyone keen to go through RNP?
Replies: 4
Views: 3370

Re: Sunday 23rd July - Anyone keen to go through RNP?

Aimee,
As John noted we have riders at 6am on Sundays. They will regather at the top of each hill so no one is dropped from the ride. Please ensure that you have two bidons, some food and a spare tube, pump and levers.
enjoy your ride.

Cheers

Dougie
by Dougie
13 Jul 2017, 10:09
Forum: Road
Topic: Tour Down Under 2018
Replies: 11
Views: 6953

Re: Tour Down Under 2018

@Stuart LOL!
by Dougie
12 Jul 2017, 11:39
Forum: Road
Topic: Tour Down Under 2018
Replies: 11
Views: 6953

Tour Down Under 2018

Tour Down Under 2018 January 13 – 21 2018 Well it’s on like Donkey Kong once again. With Richie Porte’s disastrous crash at the Tour de France following what was without a doubt his best build up, will he use the TDU yet again as the springboard for the 2018 season? 2018 is the 20th anniversary of ...
by Dougie
21 Jun 2017, 10:41
Forum: Road
Topic: Ride Report: Andalusia – pack your climbing legs.
Replies: 5
Views: 4065

Re: Ride Report: Andalusia – pack your climbing legs.

Excellent stuff Paul
by Dougie
14 May 2017, 21:05
Forum: News and Announcements
Topic: Presidents' Report 2017
Replies: 0
Views: 5478

Presidents' Report 2017

For some reason the President can't post to the news and announcements threat. Probably best. [b][u]President’s Report 2017[/u][/b] Dear Members It is with pleasure that I offer my report for the 2016 calendar year. January in the Cycling calendar always starts the year off with a bang! Judging by i...
by Dougie
11 Mar 2017, 21:17
Forum: Track
Topic: 2017 MastersTrack National Championships IP
Replies: 5
Views: 4647

Re: 2017 MastersTrack National Championships IP

Great effort John.
by Dougie
21 Feb 2017, 17:07
Forum: For Sale
Topic: WANTED - Kids cycling shoes
Replies: 2
Views: 2199

Re: WANTED - Kids cycling shoes

No, sorry Paul. My kids usually completely trash their gear before i toss it in the bin. See Brett at Cycle World on Concord Rd Concord. DHBC members get 10% off. He has a good range of junior stuff or can get it in. They do a great deal of business with Junior Road and Track riders. Cheers Dougie
by Dougie
31 Jan 2017, 17:55
Forum: Road
Topic: Too many fast riders in the C28s to Waterfall
Replies: 7
Views: 4559

Re: Too many fast riders in the C28s to Waterfall

The C28's was quite large on Sunday. I was in this bunch. I was on the front from Marrickville to Dolls Point and kept the pace in check with no one dropped. The group needed slowing on the Kingsway a little which i did. There were some varying levels of skills within the bunch which were handled by...
by Dougie
13 Jan 2017, 14:03
Forum: Road
Topic: Blaney to Bathurst
Replies: 3
Views: 2454

Re: Blaney to Bathurst

Hi Clive
There is generally quite a large contingent that participates. Best to watch the forum, facebook page and also chat with riders who ride not only the weekend rides but also the week day rides.

cheers
Dougie
by Dougie
02 Nov 2016, 13:25
Forum: Road
Topic: Waterfall Cancelled this Sunday 6th of November - GongRide
Replies: 3
Views: 2197

Waterfall Cancelled this Sunday 6th of November - GongRide

*****************************Waterfall Ride Cancelled this Sunday, 6th of November 2016 Due to the GongRIDE******************************* HI Everyone With an eye firmly on rider safety we have cancelled this Sunday's Waterfall ride owing to the annual Gongride taking essentially the same route sout...
by Dougie
21 Oct 2016, 16:06
Forum: Road
Topic: Beware of Magpies on the South Coast
Replies: 0
Views: 1431

Beware of Magpies on the South Coast

HI All It is the Magpie season. Many will have seen the "hilarious" Youtube videos of Magpies attacking cyclists. Those of you who ride track will be very well accustomed to the attacks made by the resident Magpie at Tempe Velodrome. What isn't a laughing matter is falling off as a result ...
by Dougie
17 Aug 2016, 15:51
Forum: Road
Topic: Tour Down Under January 2017
Replies: 23
Views: 9282

Re: Tour Down Under January 2017

Adam, We're aiming to come down on the Wednesday evening flight and leave on the Sunday. However I'll see closer to November how life is. I have booked the BUPA ride for William and I anyway.
by Dougie
17 Aug 2016, 15:17
Forum: Road
Topic: Tour Down Under January 2017
Replies: 23
Views: 9282

Re: Tour Down Under January 2017

Suggested Itinerary Tour Down Under 2017 Sunday January 15, 2017 to Sunday January 22, 2017 In my opinion Adelaide is quite unfairly underrated by the rest the Nation. It has an abundance of activities and a wonderful climate. Adelaide is a good sized city offering all the services that one would ex...
by Dougie
16 Aug 2016, 11:34
Forum: Conversation
Topic: What is SLOB?
Replies: 4
Views: 3457

Re: What is SLOB?

The "SHLOBS", Summer Hill Lads (and Lasses) On Bikes has been around for a long time. They aren't a Cycling NSW /CA affiliated Club but they do have pedigree similar to that of the "Giro Latte" and the "Balmain Boys". The SHLOBS wear a predominantly white jersey with bl...
by Dougie
03 Aug 2016, 14:48
Forum: Road
Topic: Peaks Challenge Cradle Mountain 2016
Replies: 1
Views: 1367

Re: Peaks Challenge Cradle Mountain 2016

A few Bounce guys are attending. They are DHBC members however they ride for Bounce.
by Dougie
03 Aug 2016, 14:47
Forum: Road
Topic: Tour Down Under January 2017
Replies: 23
Views: 9282

Re: Tour Down Under January 2017

David,
Just email the TDU people and have them add your name to the team using the code BCT 109
by Dougie
01 Aug 2016, 18:21
Forum: Road
Topic: Tour Down Under January 2017
Replies: 23
Views: 9282

Re: Tour Down Under January 2017

Team Code is BCT109 when you register for the Bupa
by Dougie
25 Jul 2016, 10:53
Forum: Road
Topic: Tour Down Under January 2017
Replies: 23
Views: 9282

Re: Tour Down Under January 2017

Hidey Ho TDUers It's great to read that the yearly jaunt to the Tour Down Under has generated an early bout of interest. 2017's edition of the TDU commences on the 14th of January and concludes on the 22nd of January. Whether you are a regular attendee or a first timer, a good time is certainly to b...
by Dougie
11 Jul 2016, 14:15
Forum: Road
Topic: 2016 NSW Clubs Teams Time Trial - Saturday 16th of July
Replies: 22
Views: 8045

Re: 2016 NSW Clubs Teams Time Trial - Saturday 16th of July

This is the Car Parking Map. if it doesn't open, copy and paste into your browser

http://www.nsw.cycling.org.au/Portals/1 ... %20MAP.pdf
by Dougie
11 Jul 2016, 14:10
Forum: Road
Topic: 2016 NSW Clubs Teams Time Trial - Saturday 16th of July
Replies: 22
Views: 8045

Re: 2016 NSW Clubs Teams Time Trial - Saturday 16th of July

Team Manager's (and participants), Please see the below email from CNSW regarding next weekend's TTT logistics. Subject: Important Information: 2016 NSW Club Team Time Trial Championships Dear Team Managers, Please circulate the following information to all your team members to ensure a safe and smo...
by Dougie
04 Jul 2016, 16:00
Forum: Road
Topic: World Vision Ride40
Replies: 0
Views: 1450

World Vision Ride40

Hi All

I have been asked to post this ride on our forum. For those looking for a charity cause ride this might be for you. It's World Vision's version of the famous 40 hour famine for cyclists.

http://www.ride40.org.au/
by Dougie
09 Jun 2016, 10:04
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Ride Report: Moss Vale to Albury
Replies: 2
Views: 1801

Re: Ride Report: Moss Vale to Albury

Great report Eliot! Kudos.
by Dougie
13 May 2016, 10:56
Forum: Road
Topic: Rookwood Crits 2015
Replies: 80
Views: 26040

Re: Rookwood Crits 2015

dead set?
by Dougie
28 Apr 2016, 12:41
Forum: Road
Topic: 2016 NSW Clubs Teams Time Trial - Saturday 16th of July
Replies: 22
Views: 8045

Re: 2016 NSW Clubs Teams Time Trial - Saturday 16th of July

Club Mates, I have asked some questions of Cycling NSW and they have provided some answers. Please see below. Hi Douglas, Great to hear of your enthusiasm with the event. DHBC is always well represented at the NSW Club Team Time Trial Championships which speaks volumes for the positive culture among...
by Dougie
28 Apr 2016, 12:31
Forum: Track
Topic: ANZAC Cup 2016 at Bowral
Replies: 6
Views: 4854

Re: ANZAC Cup 2016 at Bowral

Such a terrifyingly fun day!
by Dougie
22 Apr 2016, 15:56
Forum: Road
Topic: turbo recommendations
Replies: 4
Views: 2379

Re: turbo recommendations

I have an Elite Fluid crono trainer. They are not made anymore however Elite will have something similar. The Jet black ones we have down at the track. maybe try them out on a Monday or Wednesday evening first?

D
by Dougie
18 Apr 2016, 12:08
Forum: Road
Topic: 2016 NSW Clubs Teams Time Trial - Saturday 16th of July
Replies: 22
Views: 8045

2016 NSW Clubs Teams Time Trial - Saturday 16th of July

Hi All and yes I am talking to you! Saturday the 16th of July will be the date for the best event of the year. The annual NSW Clubs Teams Time Trial. Last year we had 11 teams of four participate in this event. This year we should be able to easily beat that number. For those of you unfamiliar with ...
by Dougie
20 Mar 2016, 14:16
Forum: Road
Topic: Ride Report - Three Peaks 2016
Replies: 3
Views: 2061

Ride Report - Three Peaks 2016

Some days you’re the hammer and some days you’re the anvil. Somehow I felt that today would be an anvil kind of day. Last year I thought I had done the work. I thought I had been prepared. I thought I was a “hammer”! I was wrong. I was just another tool riding a bike. This year in the pre-dawn gloom...
by Dougie
01 Mar 2016, 08:24
Forum: Road
Topic: 3 peaks Friday 11 evening departure with Halfway stopover
Replies: 5
Views: 2269

Re: 3 peaks Friday 11 evening departure with Halfway stopover

Don't do back of Falls. Just go down to Trap yard Gap and back. 46KM return. I saw a few people adding BOF to that and regretting it the next day.
by Dougie
05 Feb 2016, 20:37
Forum: Road
Topic: Ride to Woronora Dam this Sunday 6am
Replies: 8
Views: 3661

Re: Ride to Woronora Dam this Sunday 6am

Add your name to the list.
1. John H
2. Raph (Maybe)
3. Andrewm (probably)
4. Dougie
by Dougie
04 Feb 2016, 08:26
Forum: Road
Topic: Ride to Woronora Dam this Sunday 6am
Replies: 8
Views: 3661

Re: Ride to Woronora Dam this Sunday 6am

nice but too fast for me
by Dougie
15 Jan 2016, 13:52
Forum: Road
Topic: My Tour Down Under 2016 itinerary
Replies: 7
Views: 4039

Re: My Tour Down Under 2016 itinerary

Good work lads!
by Dougie
08 Jan 2016, 10:34
Forum: Road
Topic: My Tour Down Under 2016 itinerary
Replies: 7
Views: 4039

My Tour Down Under 2016 itinerary

Tour Down Under 2016 The Plan Hidey Ho TDUers, This year’s edition of the Tour Down Under is shaping up to be another cracker. All the fun in the sun that you can have in one week and an opportunity to hone those razor sharp tan lines into a truly impressive “Farmers Tan”. Sunday, 17th of January Th...
by Dougie
23 Dec 2015, 11:28
Forum: Track
Topic: 2015 Syd -X-Mas- Carnivals
Replies: 20
Views: 10965

Re: 2015 Syd -X-Mas- Carnivals

I'll Be there for Juniors
by Dougie
21 Dec 2015, 08:28
Forum: Track
Topic: 2015 Syd -X-Mas- Carnivals
Replies: 20
Views: 10965

Re: 2015 Syd -X-Mas- Carnivals

Tempe. it wasn't automatic though........promise
by Dougie
04 Dec 2015, 12:32
Forum: Road
Topic: CO2 Inflators approvals for air travel
Replies: 1
Views: 2040

CO2 Inflators approvals for air travel

For those of you heading interstate over the silly season. I have been in touch with Qantas about obtaining my annual approval to carry CO2 inflator canisters with my Bike. I have received the below note. Hi Douglas Qantas operator (airline) approvals are issued in compliance with the ICAO Dangerous...
by Dougie
30 Nov 2015, 13:04
Forum: Road
Topic: Peaks Challenge Falls Creek - 13 March 2016
Replies: 12
Views: 5515

Re: Peaks Challenge Falls Creek - 13 March 2016

Sim,
Mt Hotham, the second "Peak" is 30km and 1,300 metres of climbing alone. if you can't commit to the training now do one of the one's later in the year or keep your powder dry for 2017.

D
by Dougie
27 Nov 2015, 08:43
Forum: Road
Topic: Peaks Challenge Falls Creek - 13 March 2016
Replies: 12
Views: 5515

Re: Peaks Challenge Falls Creek - 13 March 2016

Sim, Ride your bike along way and up hill. In all seriousness, those rides as mentioned by others with a view to completing a couple of 200km plus rides by mid February. Also drop as much weight as you can. you can get about 1.5% improvement in performance for every KG you loose. Take it from me, by...
by Dougie
27 Nov 2015, 08:27
Forum: Track
Topic: Looking to borrow a 54cm track bike for xmas!
Replies: 4
Views: 3393

Re: Looking to borrow a 54cm track bike for xmas!

Hi Simon. He can borrow mine. I think its a 54. it has pedigree also as I believe a Junior National Championship has been won on it in the past. You'll need to adjust the rollout as William rode it for a bit. I do have some sprockets.

cheers

Douglas
by Dougie
19 Nov 2015, 09:30
Forum: Road
Topic: DHBC Adventure Ride - The "Dirty Dozen" - Sunday, 6 December 2015
Replies: 25
Views: 9930

Re: DHBC Adventure Ride - The "Dirty Dozen" - Sunday, 6 December 2015

Peter B
Paul M
Neil M
Jo L (might need to bring my runners so I don't wear out my cleats!)
Dougie
by Dougie
19 Nov 2015, 09:16
Forum: Road
Topic: Newcastle Overnight - Saturday 28th November 2015
Replies: 74
Views: 24171

Re: Newcastle Overnight - Saturday 8th November 2014

I am really keen to do this. have to convince others of my worthiness though.
by Dougie
18 Nov 2015, 13:48
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Free Bontrager Wheelset
Replies: 4
Views: 3239

Re: Free Bontrager Wheelset

if it doesn't work for John, I would be keen for William. I am more than happy to make a donation to a charity of your choice in exchange.

cheers

Dougie
by Dougie
13 Nov 2015, 16:08
Forum: Track
Topic: NJTS Reports
Replies: 6
Views: 5347

Re: NJTS Reports

Great work Bro! Good luck mate.
by Dougie
02 Nov 2015, 21:25
Forum: Track
Topic: Sprint Grand Prix Race Report
Replies: 1
Views: 1849

Re: Sprint Grand Prix Race Report

So THAT's where the Furry was. I have been looking all over for it. Well done lads.
by Dougie
28 Oct 2015, 13:13
Forum: Road
Topic: 2015 Novelty Sat Slowies.
Replies: 7
Views: 3274

Re: 2015 Novelty Sat Slowies.

we had an "elliptigo" bike/scooter/crosstrainer bike thing a couple of week's ago. sky's the limit.
by Dougie
21 Oct 2015, 09:10
Forum: Road
Topic: Thur Hills ride: anybody up for a 5:45 start?
Replies: 20
Views: 5543

Re: Thur Hills ride: anybody up for a 5:45 start?

Stuart,
what time will you be back in Dulwich Hill? I am VERY interested.

D
by Dougie
13 Oct 2015, 16:00
Forum: Road
Topic: Tour Down Under 2016
Replies: 16
Views: 7535

Re: Tour Down Under 2016

If you wish to join the DHBC Domestiques for the TDU 2016 there is still a few more weeks left to register. See the latest email from the BUPA people. Don't for get to enter BCT109 team code in the rider registration field. Be there! Hello, Please see below your current registered team member(s). We...
by Dougie
07 Oct 2015, 08:23
Forum: Vintage Bicycles
Topic: The Blackstump Tour 2015
Replies: 9
Views: 5782

Re: The Blackstump Tour 2015

Outstanding Pete!
by Dougie
07 Oct 2015, 08:17
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Bike loan
Replies: 4
Views: 2297

Re: Bike loan

HI Adrian
Yes, SPD pedals and a garmin mount. 50/34 on the front and a 12-28 on the back I think.
by Dougie
06 Oct 2015, 14:04
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Bike loan
Replies: 4
Views: 2297

Re: Bike loan

Hi Adrian

my Trek 2008 1.7 52cm is available.
cheers
Dougie
by Dougie
06 Oct 2015, 14:00
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Do you feel like Volunteering at an upcoming event?
Replies: 0
Views: 1360

Do you feel like Volunteering at an upcoming event?

Hi Everyone I have just spoken to Richard Saunders from Manly Warringah Cycling Club. MWCC is holding a race soon (different to their usual West Head Race). Richard competed in our Rookwood Crit and was particularly impressed with out level of "volunteerism". He is hoping that there might ...
by Dougie
06 Oct 2015, 13:07
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Mechanical Help for a Local Charity
Replies: 0
Views: 1442

Mechanical Help for a Local Charity

Hi everyone I received this email today. If anyone wishes to good their good deed for the day please give Jason a call directly. Cheers Dougie Hi Douglas I lead a small Dulwich Hill based charity called Stepping Stone House which develops our youth through outdoor education. I wondered if you knew a...
by Dougie
01 Oct 2015, 17:46
Forum: Road
Topic: 2015 Bupa Around the Bay in Melbourne.
Replies: 4
Views: 2454

Re: 2015 Bupa Around the Bay in Melbourne.

Dave
Bob Wallace (Father of four our a junior girls) is doing the 250KM

cheers

Dougie
by Dougie
11 Sep 2015, 10:08
Forum: Road
Topic: DHBC Adventure Ride - Mosman Hills & Northern Headlands - Sunday, 20 September 2015
Replies: 24
Views: 9818

Re: DHBC Adventure Ride - Mosman Hills & Northern Headlands - Sunday, 20 September 2015

you may wish to consider the Bike Path across the Gladesville bridge and then on through Greenwich. There are couple of impressive hills to add to your tally
by Dougie
02 Sep 2015, 08:39
Forum: Conversation
Topic: 2015 Sydney Classic Bicycle Show
Replies: 48
Views: 16571

Re: 2015 Sydney Classic Bicycle Show

Outstanding Team. Well done Wheelers!
by Dougie
01 Sep 2015, 09:00
Forum: Track
Topic: RAW 2015
Replies: 15
Views: 7432

Re: RAW 2015

Great Job Rohan!
by Dougie
17 Aug 2015, 12:50
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: break pads replacement - alu shards
Replies: 9
Views: 5630

Re: break pads replacement - alu shards

I bought the Swisstop Greens for my Alu rims online and they were out of stock so I was "upgraded" to the Yellow. I didn't like the Yellow on the Alu rims at all.
by Dougie
09 Aug 2015, 21:49
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: JoeBlow Sport Pump Schrader Valve Problem
Replies: 2
Views: 3028

Re: JoeBlow Sport Pump Schrader Valve Problem

Stephie, I have one of these also. The pump head has two female receivers, one side is the Presta and the other the schrader. If that doesn't work unscrew the collar/cap of the schrader side and check to see if the insert has been flipped over.

Good luck.

Cheers Dougie
by Dougie
31 Jul 2015, 15:44
Forum: Road
Topic: Tour Down Under 2016
Replies: 16
Views: 7535

Re: Tour Down Under 2016

Are you doing the 142km option Dougie?
Yes, William and I both doing the full distance this year.
by Dougie
29 Jul 2015, 16:21
Forum: Track
Topic: DHBC Juniors Training, News and Statistics 24 Jun 2015
Replies: 2
Views: 2198

Re: DHBC Juniors Training, News and Statistics 24 Jun 2015

Hi

Sandro should come along a little before 5pm to get a bike and roll around the practice track. there will be people to help out.

cheers
Dougie
by Dougie
28 Jul 2015, 09:34
Forum: Road
Topic: Razorback fundraiser for World Champs rider... 2 August
Replies: 13
Views: 4442

Re: Razorback fundraiser for World Champs rider... 2 August

I will cheer you all from a far. I will be in Newcastle for the Hunter Junior Tour acting as swanny for our Juniors.
by Dougie
17 Jul 2015, 00:13
Forum: Road
Topic: Tour Down Under 2016
Replies: 16
Views: 7535

Re: Tour Down Under 2016

I'll be entering.
:D
by Dougie
16 Jul 2015, 10:03
Forum: Road
Topic: Tour Down Under 2016
Replies: 16
Views: 7535

Re: Tour Down Under 2016

HI All The Early Bird Registrations for Friday's Stage 4 BUPA ride have opened. I have registered the DHBC Domestiques Team once again. Note the team code of BCT109 in the team field. http://www.tourdownunder.com.au/bupa-challenge-tour/register-to-ride/individual-registration Get on it. You know you...
by Dougie
03 Jul 2015, 09:36
Forum: Road
Topic: Tour Down Under 2016
Replies: 16
Views: 7535

Re: Tour Down Under 2016

The Routes for 2016 have been released.
http://www.tourdownunder.com.au/news/20 ... down-under
by Dougie
30 Jun 2015, 14:21
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Tour de France jerseys wanted
Replies: 7
Views: 3254

Re: Tour de France jerseys wanted

Mike. My Son William has a proper Le Coq Sportif spotty cycling hat you can borrow.
by Dougie
30 Jun 2015, 14:20
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Tour de France jerseys wanted
Replies: 7
Views: 3254

Re: Tour de France jerseys wanted

They give out polkadot jerseys to high fundraisers at a lot of charity events. We may well have a member who has one of them squirreled away.
Not me if that was whom you were thinking of. I missed out by one spot.
by Dougie
24 Jun 2015, 11:04
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Product Reviews - Bought something? Tells us about it.
Replies: 6
Views: 3179

Re: Product Reviews - Bought something? Tells us about it.

Club Mates, The Masked Reviewer has been at it again. Take a look at their latest post on "form". Please be seated! Thoughts, opinions, violent objections? Riders, Please Be Seated I, like most I suspect, learned to ride a bike with a combination of introductory sage advice (ignored with t...
by Dougie
16 Jun 2015, 17:12
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Steel Plates at Bottom of Watson's Bay Hill
Replies: 1
Views: 1463

Re: Steel Plates at Bottom of Watson's Bay Hill

We took the early turn for the Hills ride. Thanks for the tip.
by Dougie
16 Jun 2015, 17:06
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Product Reviews - Bought something? Tells us about it.
Replies: 6
Views: 3179

Re: Product Reviews - Bought something? Tells us about it.

Recently I asked one of our Clubmates about their thoughts on the new online/virtual trainer product ZWIFT. http://www.zwift.com/ It is certainly appearing to be gaining some traction. I haven't used the program so I thought I would post our "masked reviewer" or better yet "The Secret...
by Dougie
16 Jun 2015, 17:01
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Product Reviews - Bought something? Tells us about it.
Replies: 6
Views: 3179

Product Reviews - Bought something? Tells us about it.

Have you bought something or tried a product that you though others should hear about. Share you experiences here.
One website that you may have come across is DC Rainmaker. This fellow is quite the reviewer. Take a look.

http://www.dcrainmaker.com/
by Dougie
03 Jun 2015, 12:54
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Velofix - Indoor Cycling Challenge
Replies: 2
Views: 1797

Velofix - Indoor Cycling Challenge

Clubmates,

Our Club Sponsor Velofix, has issued a challenge! Are you up to it? Post your results and let the games begin.

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by Dougie
01 Jun 2015, 15:49
Forum: Road
Topic: 2015 State Team Time Trial championships - 18 July
Replies: 45
Views: 13987

Re: 2015 State Team Time Trial championships - 18 July

Meanwhile in the DHBC TTT Operations Bunker.......

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=udvI_Vgn-40
by Dougie
01 Jun 2015, 12:53
Forum: Road
Topic: Route suggestions
Replies: 9
Views: 3219

Re: Route suggestions

Emma
This is the Route for the "Johnny Warren Classic" you could modify it at the end, turning left for Kiama rather than right for Jamberoo. it's nice, quite protected and very scenic. Safe riding

https://www.strava.com/activities/40386775
by Dougie
01 Jun 2015, 12:48
Forum: Road
Topic: Dinnerville 2015 - entries open 9am tues 24march
Replies: 45
Views: 14725

Re: Dinnerville 2015 - entries open 9am tues 24march

Great Reports Guys.
38 DNS is poor form for a race that sells out on the day
by Dougie
29 May 2015, 16:18
Forum: Road
Topic: Dinnerville 2015 - entries open 9am tues 24march
Replies: 45
Views: 14725

Re: Dinnerville 2015 - entries open 9am tues 24march

The late mail. Paul got group 8 and I got Limit!
by Dougie
27 May 2015, 17:00
Forum: Road
Topic: Dinnerville 2015 - entries open 9am tues 24march
Replies: 45
Views: 14725

Re: Dinnerville 2015 - entries open 9am tues 24march

So, I am in the same group as Weller and Bownes. I didn't get limit after 1 DNF and 1 last place! The world has gone mad
by Dougie
18 May 2015, 21:12
Forum: Road
Topic: Dinnerville 2015 - entries open 9am tues 24march
Replies: 45
Views: 14725

Re: Dinnerville 2015 - entries open 9am tues 24march

Actually, don't do that Adam.
by Dougie
18 May 2015, 21:12
Forum: Road
Topic: Dinnerville 2015 - entries open 9am tues 24march
Replies: 45
Views: 14725

Re: Dinnerville 2015 - entries open 9am tues 24march

Tell them you want "block":lol:
by Dougie
11 May 2015, 13:50
Forum: Road
Topic: Canberra Junior and Womens Tour
Replies: 6
Views: 2393

Re: Canberra Junior and Womens Tour

Good on you Bro and the rest of the Juniors Team.
by Dougie
15 Apr 2015, 10:34
Forum: Road
Topic: Call for volunteers - Rookwood April 26
Replies: 23
Views: 7241

Re: Call for volunteers - Rookwood April 26

I will be available when I am not racing for whatever you need. I am in the C Grade race. I am skilled at moving large sticks and I have previous experience observing races ( I just watched the Paris Roubaix on TV!). I have used a Walkie Talkie before and have my own call sign, namely "Trucker ...
by Dougie
14 Apr 2015, 16:39
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Advice - TdF Campervan trip
Replies: 3
Views: 2017

Re: Advice - TdF Campervan trip

Hi Phil

Club member Jamie Triccas visits France as he has French family in the Alps and views the TdF there. He will have some great advice.

cheers
Dougie
by Dougie
09 Apr 2015, 17:00
Forum: Road
Topic: Rookwood Crits 2015
Replies: 80
Views: 26040

Re: Rookwood Crits 2015

Did I read somewhere that there will be a ride out to Rookwood from the Marrickville area?
by Dougie
09 Apr 2015, 15:35
Forum: Road
Topic: Blayney to Bathurst Sun 12th April 2015
Replies: 56
Views: 16456

Re: Blayney to Bathurst Sun 12th April 2015

Is a bodypainted skinsuit UCI legal?
legalities aside, it's just plain wrong.
by Dougie
02 Apr 2015, 15:20
Forum: Road
Topic: Getting Back into Form
Replies: 7
Views: 2595

Re: Getting Back into Form

Do what I did. Enter something stupid like Three Peaks and then pedal ya freckle off
by Dougie
01 Apr 2015, 21:15
Forum: Road
Topic: Rookwood Crits 2015
Replies: 80
Views: 26040

Re: Rookwood Crits 2015

Ric
You need to use the link in the latest DHBC newsletter from Eleri. Email me at
Kirkhamfamily@optusnet.com.au
If you don't have it and I shall forward it to you.
Cheers Dougie
by Dougie
31 Mar 2015, 10:51
Forum: Road
Topic: Tour Down Under 2016
Replies: 16
Views: 7535

Tour Down Under 2016

The dates for the TDU for 2016 have been released and January 16 to 24 in Adelaide is the place to be. Arrange your leave pass, book your flights and secure your accommodation. If you were in any doubt about the fun you will have take a look at this year's ride reports. http://www.dhbc.org.au/forum/...
by Dougie
24 Mar 2015, 08:05
Forum: Road
Topic: Dinnerville 2015 - entries open 9am tues 24march
Replies: 45
Views: 14725

Re: Dinnerville 2015 - entries open 9am tues 24march

I am in. Again! why?

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