Dulwich Hill Bicycle Club

jonboy

Yes, but what is the effect of a heavier bike in the downhill half of the time trial?
Assist /not assist / no effect? Discuss...

jonboy

I’ve been using GP4000s for a few years now and I think the sidewall is vulnerable. I’ve noticed that the sidewall threads start to come away well before the tread is worn. I’ve had one sidewall blow up on me while I was off the bike, resting at the Sutherland servo, just after the mad mile sprint. ...

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1. Anthony K - Eastern suburbs if it's not raining.
2. Adam
3. Geoff possible in, possibly out
4. John

jonboy

Great day at the track. James, Dougie and all the volunteers did a great job.

Commentary was very entertaining and some really inspiring efforts from the athletes. Well done.

jonboy

Results are out for the Dinnerville. http://nsw.cycling.org.au/Portals/12/2014%20Results/dinnerville%20-%20finishing%20order.pdf There was much discussion about the handicapping on the day and it’s a difficult job to get right. But for the 92 riders that finished there was 15 minutes time difference...

jonboy

Handicaps posted. Seriously, shoot me now!
http://nsw.cycling.org.au/Portals/12/Start%20Groups.pdf

Don't worry, I'll keep you company Dougie - at least until turn 1.

jonboy

Looks pussy. This is what the hard men and women of cycling are into: http://www.strava.com/activities/139272629

jonboy

A couple of last minute orders from rob dash et moi. Bib knicks (if you don't specify M/W I will assume M) $120 XS Women - Eleri S M male - Rob Dash L XL Skin suit (specify M/W and either long or short sleeves) $160 S M - James R, long sleeve, mens M - Noel, SS, Men's. M - Stu Binns, 1x LS / 1x SS M...

jonboy

I know it says 17th is the cut off but can I order today?

jonboy

I was keen for a fast Waterfall ride.

Not sure I have time for RNP and as the bunch numbers grow the speed will slow and so too the risk of mechanicals - which means that I might do the return leg solo.

See you tomorrow.

J

jonboy

Paul, that's terrible news. I feel a class action against City of Sydney Council is the next best step here due to the dodgy paint on the cycleway. I'll brief my QC. He costs $8,000 per day. Is that ok with you and Peter?

jonboy

I'm there. Same situation. Is a 6am start time possible?

jonboy

I'm out - boo. 1. Peter Bownes 2. Ben Thomson 3. Tim Clifford (dependant on leave approval from the Minister) 4. Ian Laing (will require borrow of a track bike c56cm) 5. Ray Patton 6 Carol Rosier 7 John Johnson 8 Adam Ward (depending on start time) 9. Jacob Richter (new member and will require the b...

jonboy

The most disturbing aspect of this whole debate for me is the derisory proportion of Australians who understand the difference between licence (the noun); and license (the verb).

jonboy

1. Peter Bownes 2. Ben Thomson 3. Tim Clifford (dependant on leave approval from the Minister) 4. Ian Laing (will require borrow of a track bike c56cm) 5. Ray Patton 6 Carol Rosier 7 John Johnson 8 Adam Ward (depending on start time) 9. Jacob Richter (new member and will require the borrowing of a t...

jonboy

Good to see a sea of red jerseys in the photo and in the write up.

If you need a loan it appears that Lizanne is flush with bags of prizemoney...

Well done!

http://nsw.cycling.org.au/News/All-News ... ral-track-

jonboy

Unfortunately for me that egg shaped lump on my shin expanded quickly when I got home, eventually exploding. Sadly my leg will need to be amputated below the knee. But the good news is that the doctor says I should still be ok to ride one legged. The other really good news is that the bike is not da...

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Spotted Colin at The Henson, with his arm in a sling, beering it up - looking for sympathy - while the track juniors cry into their cordial.

jonboy

1. Adam W
2. Michele W
3. Peter Bownes
4. Adam F
5. Andrewm
6. John H

jonboy

Dougie. You've piqued my interest. Are you taking your own team of crack riders to push you up those hills? A nice video here from this year's. http://cyclingtips.com.au/2014/03/scody ... enge-2014/

jonboy

1. Peter Bownes
2. Robert
3. John H

jonboy

I'm assembling 2 masters men's teams. I've put some feelers out, at this stage I have 4 confirmed riders: Josh L James R Andrew M Simon B Am looking for 4 more riders. I've asked 2 others and am waiting for a reply. Haven't thought about how to split the two teams yet, that will come after we have ...

jonboy

Ok. I kinda knew the answer on those. How about some easier questions: 1. Is a gentle shoulder nudge ok when overtaking through the middle of a crowded bunch sprint? 2. Is it ok to line up some team members across the road to block others from passing? 3. Is it ok to pass on the inside when cornerin...

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That last post from Lindsay should be spun off into a caption competition. I'm keen to do this Nowra weekend away again this year. Don't assume that a 150+ team is going to be significantly slower. The old blokes are the ones with all the money to splash on superlight bikes and flashy wheels. Much m...

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Some sample questions: What recourse do I have if another rider in a race rides in a negligent manner, causing me to crash, resulting in (possibly permanent) personal injury and costly damage to my bike? What support does the club, the race organisers and / or Cycling NSW provide in these circumstan...

jonboy

Good job Jimmy. You're a climbing machine!

jonboy

I've estimated that the misery of cycling in the rain is less than the misery of taking public transport. So I'm looking for some advice as to decent quality rain jacket for commuting. I've had a fluro cheapie in the past that was effective for a month before the zipper broke. It also felt like a sa...

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In - did it over the phone!

jonboy

That was a really horrible accident and the proposal from Greg sounds reasonable but I highly doubt that the Minister for Roads would approve this. From daily commuting and weekend road riding from what I observe the biggest impact on improving our safety would be stricter enforcement and higher fin...

jonboy

I'm up for an RNP ride this Sunday but what time do we usually get back to the cafe? I have to be back by 10am. Is going in at Audley quicker than going in at Waterfall or vice versa? Jo - whatever way I go I normally arrive back around 9:30am (often link up with the C28s). I'd say you'd make it ba...

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I'm surprised you even use a laptop. They're so 2010...

jonboy

I was at the Jamberoo pub this week during my holidays. I'd be very keen to ride there and back to Wollongong for a beer or two at the Illawarra brewery - something James and I did. But maybe on a Saturday 'cause masses of families use the $2.50 train fare on Sundays and a big bunch of cyclists migh...

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I would be keen to see the trike used by as many people in need as possible. If Ryde don't really need it maybe they know of another facility who do - maybe one in regional NSW. Weren't excess finds raised at the time which could cover the freight cost? If that doesn't work try a private sale - gumt...

jonboy

Can you explain why in the few photos that I appear in that I appear to look so fat?

Have you done something evil to me using Photoshop? Do I owe you an inner tube or something?

jonboy

Or wait for Windows 9 - April 2015...

jonboy

My total logged for the year was 7,728. About 15% growth on last year.

Aim for 2014 is 10K and to lose 10kg in weight.

J

jonboy

Fri 27th Double RNP loop or Wall (ie. 100km+) 6am 1. Noel 2. Camilla (chucks Jo) 3. Jo (just so I can hang out with Camilla) 4. Adam 5. Ted (tentative) 6. Robert (Bestic @ 6:10) 7. Rajiv (tentative) 8. John H Sat 28th (Saturday Slowies) Sun 29th (Waterfall) Mon 30th Tue 31st New Years Eve Shall we s...

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Sunday 22 December

1. andrewm
2. John H

jonboy

I'm out - rain

jonboy

Sunday 15 Dec 6 am
Waterfall in.

1) Paul
2) john h

jonboy

I assume 6am start

1. Noel
2. John

jonboy

1. Andrew Harvey
2. Peter Bownes
3. Jo (accepting I may get dropped).
4. AndrewM
5. Tony o C
6. John H

jonboy

I'm out. Too much good red wine.

jonboy

1. Jo
2. Phil D (may I join you along Enmore Rd?)
3. John H (probably)

jonboy

Hi

Middies + pace if you want to join me.

And let's be careful out there. A cyclist (nothing to do with DHBC) died on Wednesday morning during a bunch ride in Turramurra.

1. John

jonboy

Even if you're not on a bike I also recommend avoiding the area. I visited sculpture by the sea on Sunday.

With a couple of exceptions the quality of the artworks was the worst I've ever seen.

jonboy · Re: Fitz - Sunday October 27 2013 Ride report please.

Ride report please.

jonboy

Our illustrious President on Cycling Central / Spring Cycle segment.

jonboy

If you 're one of the nutters doing Fitz's extreme etc. you might be interested in getting some extra GU to help you get up those hills. Only $0.99 each - not all flavours and you might want to ask about expiry date if you're planning to stock up big time. To avoid the shipping cost I also bought so...

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yes, ish. there wasn't enough interest in short sleeves for the winter (American) order, so the short sleeves has been bumped to the summer order (100% for sure this time) we will have them just in time for post christmas riding. early January at the latest. Sorry guys for the delays. Are you sure ...

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Didn't miss much Noel. Coming home from RNP I linked up with the C28s. And 100 mtrs from arriving at the cafe about to over the last hill and I look back momentarily only to touch my front wheel with a slower rider in front and go down hard. Lucky no-one else affected but wheels out of true very sor...

jonboy

Are you going for some crazy distance record this long weekend Andrew?

Would love to have joined you all on this one but my ribs are still sore after my crash on Sunday.

jonboy

Is this strictly a 'beards only' event?

Also - if you're going for the food - whenever I've been in Italy breakfast was usually a roll (or biscuits) and coffee.

And a truly 'traditional' Italian breakfast would also include a cigarette.

Enjoy.

jonboy

1. Paul
2. John H

jonboy

Sorry I missed the DHBC ride - that will teach me to be on time. Geoff and I still enjoyed a roll to LaPa under the strong leadership of Adrian E. We felt a bit out of place without wearing MC Cyclery livery. It was a large but tight bunch with good calls. We still enjoyed the industrial views of th...

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1. JoTheBuilder
2. Peter Bownes
3. Cameron Anthes
4. Ben - jumping on at centennial
5. Philip
6. Jonathan - meeting centennial- what time and where please?
7. The White Princess- Laura
8. Phil D
9. Pj Campbell
10. Andrew Harvey
11. John H

jonboy

Geoff S hammering along Sydenham Rd yesterday on the tandem - with no-one in the seat behind him.

jonboy

Very enjoyable race report James. You definitely have to try again next year and your goal is to write up an even more enjoyable read for the clubsters.

jonboy

If Gabriel Gaté is on, demonstrating the merits of the basque sausage, then I'm excited.

jonboy

1. Peter Bownes
2. Noel
3. John 50/50 (depends whether I'm coming down with the dreaded lurgy)

jonboy

If I hadn't already seen The Big Potato I would definitely have signed up for this ride.

If you haven't seen it before this is reason enough just to do this ride. It's awe inspiring. Forget Taj Mahal, Grand Canyon etc.

jonboy

Philip If it’s any consolation I was sh*t scared going down that hill too. Normally I feel pretty confident on the descents but the combination of adrenaline at the start and not ever seeing what the hill had in store ahead meant that my knees were shaking uncontrollably on the first run. Fortunatel...

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Yeah thanks for the ride to Waterfall guys - couldn't have done it without you.

Sorry that no one came with me to Stanwell Tops. You all missed out on something really special. I've never seen whales and dolphins somersaulting in unison - truly amazing.

Next time, make the effort

jonboy

I might be keen but given that I've never done a crit race before wouldn't I be in C grade?

Who makes that call?

Same start time?

jonboy

Not exactly sure of the route but I might also go on a bit further to Stanwell Tops for a bella vista.

1. Noel
2. Peter
3. Anthony K - bring on the hills
4. Pete C
5. Philip
6. Andrew H
7. John H

jonboy

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jonboy

I've entered and would love to take that spot in your car, thanks James.

jonboy

I'm planning a quick ride to Kurnell, leaving from the cafe at 6am this Saturday if anyone wants to join me. There will be a short break at Cape Solander for a salutation to the sun and to wave at any passing whales. Pace will be middies+. You know the drill, add your name to the list if you are kee...

jonboy

I might be tempted too, noting that entries close on Sunday. I will struggle on the climbs.

I might be stuck for transport though. Could anyone help me out here?

jonboy

Not sure why it came off, over many years it has been on the roof for thousands of km without incident. I think it was a combination of the strong winds, the wide rims, and carelessness on my part. It certainly was distressing see it in the rear view mirror, bouncing along the road. The components ...

jonboy

I'll probably do the epic... Mulling the extreme, though.

if you do this event James I want to find a bookmaker and put money on you.

jonboy

Nut jobs, the lot of you...

Is there an extreme downhill event I can enter?

jonboy

This was my first introduction to road racing and I must say that despite the conditions, I really enjoyed it. The wind was very strong and made all the more difficult when it was swirling over the top of the ridges, around treelines and at times gusting up to maybe 65-70k/ph. That made it difficult...

jonboy

For those of you who are coming to Nowra this weekend, I just had a look at the forecast:

Temperature range is 5 degrees to 12 degrees. Possible shower on Sunday.

Bring your woolly gear!

J

jonboy

I was contemplating fasties tomorrow but I do love the SCB. I might be a 50/50 possibility.

jonboy

I think Adrian E might be your solution:

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http://melodywheels.com/

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jonboy

If you are keen on entering this event please note that entries close tomorrow.

I'm keen to unleash my furry at my very first road race.

jonboy

They look good.

But when are our vintage woollen jerseys going to arrive - just in time for summer?

jonboy

I'm keen but might be a no show if the Wallabies stomp on the Lions tonight and I celebrate too hard.

1. James R
2. Philip (because he will go)
3. Andrewm (knows the way)
4. John H

jonboy

Just by way of update for those entering this event I checked with Cycling NSW about my licence and things have changed (see response below). I've applied to upgrade my licence but if you are in the same boat move quickly as entries close this Sunday. --------------- Hi John Unfortunately a silver l...

jonboy

That's very exciting news. There must be a bevy of qualified club members who can assist. I'm not one of them. I tend to ignore instructions and just get on with building / constructing things. I realise that this is very unusual practice for a man. But I'm really looking forward to going on a ride ...

jonboy

Yes. Absolutely.

jonboy

That's weird. I have these bottle cages - at least I think I do. Maybe Elite changed the size - but I'd be surprised if they did. I too use the Camelbak 710ml insulated bottles and they do need a little persuasion but they do fit snugly into the cage. In some ways I find this very reassuring. It's a...

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I was rather hoping that we might be the fast disciplined bunch.

O Captain my Captain, I suggest a 6am blast to Kurnell on Saturday.

Very fast pace...

jonboy

Many thanks for all the information and replies to date. After considering the advice I think I've settled on buying some rollers. I'm still weighing up options but something that folds and isn't too expensive and heavy are the key attributes. I might see if there are any more end of financial year ...

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I'm looking to confirm another Masters team for the NSW TTT Championships. We need to register by Sunday 7 July. It would be a team for any Masters age rider (i.e. not 150 years cumulative age team) http://www.nsw.cycling.org.au/cy_nsw/ra ... /13146.htm Could you are a definite starter, could you pu...

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Cycling brethren, This wet weather is getting me down. I eschew wet weather cycling on the grounds of safety (and laziness). I’m going to start porking on weight soon if I don’t get some exercise. I’ve never tried rollers before but I’m thinking that it might be a good idea to buy some, especially i...

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Damn shame. I had the full aero set-up ready and waiting to go.

jonboy

A few of us are allegedly keen.

6am rollout from the cafe.

Cruisey pace out but will ramp up near Kurnell.

If it's wet I'm out.

1. John H

jonboy

If Friday night drinks don't get out of control and it stays dry I will attempt to come and chase James up the hills

1. Keith W
2. Eleri
3. Noel
4. Peter Bownes
5. Tony o c
6. James R
7. John H

jonboy

Thought about that too. Too much hassle.
Keep fingers crossed for me.
If I get enough, I might actually decide to acquire something made of CF!

Watch out valley wheeler / steel bikers / facial hair people.

There's a traitor in your midst....

jonboy

Noel and I looked out for you but didn't spot any cyclist resembling a pirate. Not an eye patch nor a parrot anywhere in sight.

It was a pretty cruisey but very pleasant ride - 32kph avg and not a single Strava medal between us.

Being in a bunch makes a huge speed difference.

J

jonboy

Great report and photos James. However I don't think Destination NSW will be doing a regional tourism piece based on your experiences. Great to see the juniors spreading their wings and getting the club name out there. I'm glad that you didn't have to share your bed with a baseballer. They're not th...

jonboy

I've done the 3.0 to 3.2 upgrade. No issues (yet). I think it was mostly for power meter compatibility and I don't have one of those.

A slightly different startup screen, otherwise I can't tell the difference.

Sadly my speed hasn't improved as a result of the upgrade.

jonboy

I'm a definite maybe for a 6am blast to Waterfall. Would even consider 6:30 start

jonboy

If you have a spare half hour check out this documentary online at SBS: http://www.sbs.com.au/cyclingcentral/video/31771715877/Ryokou It's a fascinating story of Shane Perkins and Keirin racing. But it's more than just a cycling piece, and beautifully shot, which makes it appealing to a wider audien...

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1. Andrew M
2. Peter B
3. Tony o c
4. Keith W
5. Jonathan C
6. Anthony K
7. John H

jonboy

Peter Bownes, Marc R and Pete(?) standing around in Centennial Park this morning for two laps.

Also spotted Mark Lacey standing around in CP...

jonboy

Will it really take 6 hrs?

How cruisey will it be, or is there a 12 course buffet breakfast and scenic ferry ride planned along the way?

jonboy

Shouldn't you have also inserted: "Mark and I arrived, not raining. Warmup, ITT, collected prizemoney, photo on podium, warm down, pack up no rain. Drive off starts raining". Were many other brave riders (or DHBC riders) present - or were they having croissants and coffee in bed like other...

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