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- 05 Feb 2014, 19:13
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Saturday 8/02 5.30am - Marrickville - North Head - West Head
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1590
Saturday 8/02 5.30am - Marrickville - North Head - West Head
Fast 28/middies pace departing the cafe at 5.30am Saturday 8/02/2014 Route includes Awaba St, Balmoral, Spit Bridge, North Head, Powderworks Rd, McCarrs Creek Rd, West Head, Akuna Bay and home via Mona Vale Rd & Pacific Highway. Approximately 140km we should be back in 7 hours (12.30pm). This is...
- 02 Feb 2014, 19:05
- Forum: Road
- Topic: 25 vs 23 tyres
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2615
Re: 25 vs 23 tyres
I've been searching for a size that will fit my bike, in readiness for Vietnam's roads. Currently tried and failed with Schwalbe marathons 28, ultremo zx 28 and durano plus 25. The durano plus were ok until I rode in the wet then the extra muck on the tyre caused some rubbing. Looks like I have to ...
- 01 Feb 2014, 09:15
- Forum: Conversation
- Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
- Replies: 1054
- Views: 332817
Re: Dulwich Hill spotted
Dougie heading home after Saturday Slowies on Marrickville Rd
Have a great ride,
Peter
Have a great ride,
Peter
- 01 Feb 2014, 08:33
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Johnny Warren Jamberoo Classic 2014
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5395
Re: Johnny Warren Jamberoo Classic 2014
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 mig...
- 26 Jan 2014, 15:19
- Forum: Conversation
- Topic: Beginners Bike Paths / Locations
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2760
Re: Beginners Bike Paths / Locations
Homebush is probably best, miles and miles of shared path.
Tempe sports recreation area is good too - netball courts (lots of space) adjacent to Cooks River Cycleway.
Have a great ride,
Peter
Tempe sports recreation area is good too - netball courts (lots of space) adjacent to Cooks River Cycleway.
Have a great ride,
Peter
- 25 Jan 2014, 18:54
- Forum: Conversation
- Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
- Replies: 1054
- Views: 332817
Re: Dulwich Hill spotted
I noticed on Strava you were in the vicinity, we spotted Tony OC headed north in a car on the highway at Artarmon.Spotted Noel and Peter B climbing out of Bobbin Head.
Have a great ride,
Peter
- 24 Jan 2014, 15:59
- Forum: Conversation
- Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
- Replies: 1054
- Views: 332817
Re: Dulwich Hill spotted
Yep saw the DHBC jerseys on the telly about 200 m from the top. What did you have on your head Dougie?Spotted (on Gem on a replay) Jo and Dougie on the Corkscrew urging Cadel on to a brilliant win!
Have a great ride,
Peter
- 22 Jan 2014, 10:25
- Forum: Road
- Topic: 'club sanctioned ride' and 'ride leader' presence
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2876
Re: 'club sanctioned ride' and 'ride leader' presence
I'm no expert and hopefully one of the executive of the club can weigh in with a definitive answer. Club membership/Cycling Australia membership/license provides insurance whenever you are on your bike, not just on "club sanctioned" rides. I think the idea of differentiating between sancti...
- 20 Jan 2014, 10:30
- Forum: Conversation
- Topic: Fast Mail Order!
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2843
Re: Fast Mail Order!
I've heard they have a warehouse in Australia as well. The return address on the parcel is in the UK.
Local brick and mortar shops can't compete since I attempt to do 99% of my own bike service and repair.
Local brick and mortar shops can't compete since I attempt to do 99% of my own bike service and repair.
- 20 Jan 2014, 09:38
- Forum: Conversation
- Topic: Fast Mail Order!
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2843
Fast Mail Order!
I placed an order with Wiggle on Friday evening for some new tyres, inner tubes, cleats, brake pads and a derailleur alignment tool.
The package just arrived at my work space Monday morning at 10.30am! Free shipping!
That impressed me.
Have a great ride,
Peter
The package just arrived at my work space Monday morning at 10.30am! Free shipping!
That impressed me.
Have a great ride,
Peter
- 17 Jan 2014, 08:01
- Forum: Conversation
- Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
- Replies: 1054
- Views: 332817
Re: Dulwich Hill spotted
Mike Clement kept me company from Anzac Parade up Cleveland St till I had to head to work.Peter Bowers on his way to work after riding LaPa solo
Have a great ride,
Peter
- 16 Jan 2014, 12:52
- Forum: Conversation
- Topic: Cycling Photos
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2207
Re: Cycling Photos
Thanks Philip,
Great pictures and some great memories of great bike rides.
Have a great ride,
Peter
Great pictures and some great memories of great bike rides.
Have a great ride,
Peter
- 14 Jan 2014, 12:53
- Forum: Conversation
- Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
- Replies: 1054
- Views: 332817
Re: Dulwich Hill spotted
And James was there too!Spotted Peter B, Philip, Noel on harbour bridge yesterday afternoon otw back from their "epic" 6 gorges ride
Have a great ride,
Peter
- 10 Jan 2014, 07:57
- Forum: Conversation
- Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
- Replies: 1054
- Views: 332817
Re: Dulwich Hill spotted
John Mason and then Andrew Mattes out at La Perouse this morning.
Have a great ride,
Peter
Have a great ride,
Peter
- 04 Jan 2014, 15:23
- Forum: Vintage Bicycles
- Topic: DHBC Valley Wheeler Awards
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1622
DHBC Valley Wheeler Awards
Award for 'most spectacular crash/accident with a steel bicycle' award: Nominations: Peter Bownes Cap'n Selfie doesn't want to blow his own trumpet - but on December 18, 2013 I crashed into the back of a 4wd on my Colnago, dented the car and tore ligaments in my shoulder. It was gloriously and stup...
- 31 Dec 2013, 09:20
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Christmas Holiday Rides and the Rapha Festive 500
- Replies: 99
- Views: 26971
Re: Christmas Holiday Rides and the Rapha Festive 500
Wed 1st - New Years Day Eastern Beaches 5 Hills. Does not start at the cafe. 7:00am from Stuart & Trouty's. 7:05 cnr Marrickville & Illawarra. ~7:25 at the CP Horse gates. Here's where we'll be going >> http://app.strava.com/activities/53168616 - only difference is we exit CP at the York Rd ...
- 31 Dec 2013, 07:15
- Forum: Conversation
- Topic: How many Kilometres have you ridden in 2013?
- Replies: 29
- Views: 8836
Re: How many Kilometres have you ridden in 2013?
20003.7 km
215556 metres climbed
813 hours 48 minutes on the bike
I'd like to thank my wife, the most patient person in the world and everyone at the club for the encouragement.
Have a great new year and a great ride,
Peter
215556 metres climbed
813 hours 48 minutes on the bike
I'd like to thank my wife, the most patient person in the world and everyone at the club for the encouragement.
Have a great new year and a great ride,
Peter
- 29 Dec 2013, 19:31
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Christmas Holiday Rides and the Rapha Festive 500
- Replies: 99
- Views: 26971
Re: Christmas Holiday Rides and the Rapha Festive 500
That'd be awesome Jo!I'm riding to Gosford tomorrow for lunch with Christian's family. Do you mind if I come along as far as Pie in the Sky then will leave you to go further north while you head to Berowra?
Peter
- 29 Dec 2013, 10:33
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Christmas Holiday Rides and the Rapha Festive 500
- Replies: 99
- Views: 26971
Christmas Holiday Rides and the Rapha Festive 500
Mon 30th 6 Gorges - 175 km - Marrickville - Bobbin Head - Mt White - Berowra Waters - Galston Gorge - Bobbin Head - Marrickville 6.00 am at the cafe, return 2.30pm Bring 2 bidons, 2 tubes, food, money for pies & a pump. This is a challenging ride! Various train stations along the way to bail out...
- 29 Dec 2013, 09:52
- Forum: Conversation
- Topic: Found Bidons 29/12/2013
- Replies: 0
- Views: 822
Found Bidons 29/12/2013
2 separate bidons found at The Marrick after the Sunday rides on 29/12. A Camelback big chill and a Greenedge.
Find Peter Bownes and I'll give them to you after middies on Sunday 5/01/2014.
Have a great ride,
Peter
Find Peter Bownes and I'll give them to you after middies on Sunday 5/01/2014.
Have a great ride,
Peter
- 28 Dec 2013, 15:34
- Forum: Conversation
- Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
- Replies: 1054
- Views: 332817
Dulwich Hill spotted
You sure do get about Paul!
Also spotted Andrew H, Laura & Michelle turning into Wilson St, Newtown heading to the Eastern hills.
Have a great ride,
Peter
Also spotted Andrew H, Laura & Michelle turning into Wilson St, Newtown heading to the Eastern hills.
Have a great ride,
Peter
- 28 Dec 2013, 13:43
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Christmas Holiday Rides and the Rapha Festive 500
- Replies: 99
- Views: 26971
Re: Christmas Holiday Rides and the Rapha Festive 500
Sun 29th (Waterfall) Royal National Park (special boxed edition) - 6am at cafe. Pace/effort will suit those who ride Waterfall ~28s, and would like to try RNP but haven't yet. Ride length is about 100km with some lovely hills. Two bidons needed (not filled with beer), and we'll regroup at the top of...
- 27 Dec 2013, 15:14
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Christmas Holiday Rides and the Rapha Festive 500
- Replies: 99
- Views: 26971
Christmas Holiday Rides and the Rapha Festive 500
Sat 28th (Saturday Slowies) Or Marrickville - North Head - West Head/Akuna Bay - Return About 130 km 6am depart, home around noon (28s pace) 1. Peter B Sun 29th (Waterfall) Mon 30th Tue 31st New Years Eve Shall we stick to normal Eastern Suburbs ride but leaving at 630? 1. Jo S 2. Mike (can't do tra...
- 23 Dec 2013, 16:10
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Christmas Holiday Rides and the Rapha Festive 500
- Replies: 99
- Views: 26971
Re: Christmas Holiday Rides and the Rapha Festive 500
Sorry Jonathon,Peter why don't we make Christmas Day a gorges ride?
It'll be the best christmas pressie ever, unless Noel objects to it.
Jonathan
I'd love to but I do have a family lunch to attend.
RNP is pushing my luck already
Have a great ride,
Peter
- 23 Dec 2013, 14:24
- Forum: Conversation
- Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
- Replies: 1054
- Views: 332817
Re: Dulwich Hill spotted
Crossed paths with Paul at Bobbin Head at 10.50am. He was starting the climb out the north end, I was heading home.
Have a great ride,
Peter
Have a great ride,
Peter
- 23 Dec 2013, 13:15
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Christmas Holiday Rides and the Rapha Festive 500
- Replies: 99
- Views: 26971
Re: Christmas Holiday Rides and the Rapha Festive 500
***If people want to do the 4 Gorges on the 24th I'm sorry but I've had to pull out. Xmas Day RNP is still happening. Peter Tue 24th Christmas Eve 4 Gorges 6am depart I'm very sorry but I cannot do this ride. If someone else wants to do it - go for it! Peter 1. Rajiv (tentative) Wed 25th Christmas D...
- 19 Dec 2013, 09:28
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Christmas Holiday Rides and the Rapha Festive 500
- Replies: 99
- Views: 26971
Re: Christmas Holiday Rides and the Rapha Festive 500
24th Christmas Eve 4 Gorges 6am depart Due to major stupidity I've got to go to RPA xmas eve morning, so I may change this to RNP or pull out altogether. To be confirmed 1. Peter Bownes 2. Rajiv (tentative) 25th Christmas Day RNP 6am depart 1. Peter Bownes 26th Boxing Day 3 Gorges hosted by Jo 1. Jo...
- 14 Dec 2013, 19:41
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Sun Club Ride: Royal National Park (RNP) 6:00am
- Replies: 422
- Views: 196662
Re: New Club Ride Commences 7th October - RNP
Sunday 15 Dec 6 am
Waterfall in.
1) Paul
2) john h
3) Peter
Waterfall in.
1) Paul
2) john h
3) Peter
- 13 Dec 2013, 07:51
- Forum: Conversation
- Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
- Replies: 1054
- Views: 332817
Re: Dulwich Hill spotted
Mark Lacey headed west on Wilson St at about 8am.
Have a great ride,
Peter
Have a great ride,
Peter
- 12 Dec 2013, 10:51
- Forum: Road
- Topic: RNP Saturday 14/12 5.30am
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3641
RNP Saturday 14/12 5.30am
You know you want to
1. Peter Bownes
1. Peter Bownes
- 11 Dec 2013, 07:47
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Christmas Holiday Rides and the Rapha Festive 500
- Replies: 99
- Views: 26971
Christmas Holiday Rides and the Rapha Festive 500
24th Christmas Eve
4 Gorges 6am depart
1. Peter Bownes
25th Christmas Day
RNP 6am depart
1. Peter Bownes
26th Boxing Day
3 Gorges hosted by Jo
1. Jo
27th
28th
29th
30th
31st New Years Eve
4 Gorges 6am depart
1. Peter Bownes
25th Christmas Day
RNP 6am depart
1. Peter Bownes
26th Boxing Day
3 Gorges hosted by Jo
1. Jo
27th
28th
29th
30th
31st New Years Eve
- 10 Dec 2013, 07:27
- Forum: Road
- Topic: West Head road race 12 Jan
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2810
Re: West Head road race 8 Dec
Great report Paul. I saw you and Cadel on the day as we passed through.
Have a great ride,
Peter
Have a great ride,
Peter
- 05 Dec 2013, 11:53
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Christmas Holiday Rides and the Rapha Festive 500
- Replies: 99
- Views: 26971
Re: Rapha Festive 500
Good idea Jo! I just joined the challenge, finished it last year. Great time to ride, traffic quiet, weather hopefully great and a belly full of fuel. I won't commit yet but intend to ride xmas eve, xmas day, away boxing day to the 28th then every day til the new year. A good ride New Years Day is a...
- 05 Dec 2013, 09:57
- Forum: Conversation
- Topic: Leave pass on Dec 8
- Replies: 20
- Views: 5183
Re: Leave pass on Dec 8
4.30 at the cafe [FLUSHED FACE]
Peter
Peter
- 04 Dec 2013, 20:40
- Forum: Conversation
- Topic: How many Kilometres have you ridden in 2013?
- Replies: 29
- Views: 8836
Re: How many Kilometres have you ridden in 2013?
I'm obsessed.
18027 km so far this year compared to 15066 last year.
Going for 20000 by the 31st.
Have a great ride,
Peter
18027 km so far this year compared to 15066 last year.
Going for 20000 by the 31st.
Have a great ride,
Peter
- 04 Dec 2013, 14:47
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Saturday 7/12/2013 5.30am RNP
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1931
Saturday 7/12/2013 5.30am RNP
I'm on a mission and as such I'll be heading through the Royal National Park on Saturday.
I'm not looking to overdo it as I've a big ride Sunday but you're welcome to wait for me at the top of the hills. Fast 28/middies pace.
Have a great ride,
Peter
1. Peter Bownes
I'm not looking to overdo it as I've a big ride Sunday but you're welcome to wait for me at the top of the hills. Fast 28/middies pace.
Have a great ride,
Peter
1. Peter Bownes
- 04 Dec 2013, 11:00
- Forum: Road
- Topic: West Head road race 12 Jan
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2810
Re: West Head road race 8 Dec
Doing the "In Search Of Hills" Audax on Sunday and I believe we'll be riding Akuna Bay and West Head so maybe we'll see you?
Have a great ride,
Peter
Have a great ride,
Peter
- 02 Dec 2013, 19:01
- Forum: Conversation
- Topic: Leave pass on Dec 8
- Replies: 20
- Views: 5183
Re: Leave pass on Dec 8
Sounds like a plan, I'm in
Peter
Peter
- 01 Dec 2013, 16:34
- Forum: Conversation
- Topic: Leave pass on Dec 8
- Replies: 20
- Views: 5183
- 30 Nov 2013, 17:46
- Forum: Road
- Topic: RNP Sunday 1st December - 6am
- Replies: 15
- Views: 4093
Re: RNP Sunday 1st December - 6am
Wouldn't miss it!Am going to head to RNP tomorrow via Waterfall if you're interested in joining. 6am at The Marrick
1. Andrew Harvey
2. Peter Bownes
- 29 Nov 2013, 09:36
- Forum: Conversation
- Topic: Leave pass on Dec 8
- Replies: 20
- Views: 5183
Re: Leave pass on Dec 8
Anyone want to do Newnes (starlight) canyon on the 15th December? No swimming (so no wetsuits). You would however need to be a competent abseiler. (This is my existing whole day leave pass). I know, it doesn't involve bicycles. It's fun but. That's very tempting although I haven't abseiled nor rock...
- 29 Nov 2013, 06:39
- Forum: Conversation
- Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
- Replies: 1054
- Views: 332817
Re: Dulwich Hill spotted
Andrew M with Rajiv about 10 seconds later headed west on the Wilson St bicycle superhighway at about 7.15am.
Have a great ride,
Peter
Have a great ride,
Peter
- 28 Nov 2013, 15:39
- Forum: Conversation
- Topic: Leave pass on Dec 8
- Replies: 20
- Views: 5183
Re: Leave pass on Dec 8
4 Gorges plus a side trip down the Hawkesbury a la Rapha Gentlemen's?
4 Gorges plus Mt White return?
4 Gorges plus Akuna/West Head?
Peter
4 Gorges plus Mt White return?
4 Gorges plus Akuna/West Head?
Peter
- 25 Nov 2013, 09:58
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Tues Club Ride: 6 Hills 5:30am
- Replies: 74
- Views: 24242
Re: New Club Ride Commences Tuesday 10th September 2013 - Hi
Anna,
I emailed Robert a link to a Strava file for this ride, I hope.
See you tomorrow,
Peter
I emailed Robert a link to a Strava file for this ride, I hope.
See you tomorrow,
Peter
- 21 Nov 2013, 07:12
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Grease
- Replies: 5
- Views: 4590
Re: Grease
Everything on a bike with a thread should be greased.
I just use automotive grease that you can pick up from any hardware - no need to pay more for the stuff at the bike shop.
Have a great ride,
Peter
I just use automotive grease that you can pick up from any hardware - no need to pay more for the stuff at the bike shop.
Have a great ride,
Peter
- 18 Nov 2013, 10:16
- Forum: Conversation
- Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
- Replies: 1054
- Views: 332817
Re: Dulwich Hill spotted
Lizanne heading towards the city on Bourke St Cycleway in the wet at about 7.30am near the Grounds in Alexandria. Later I saw Keith Windsor looking respectable near Redfern Station on Lawson St.
Have a great ride,
Peter
Have a great ride,
Peter
- 17 Nov 2013, 08:42
- Forum: Vintage Bicycles
- Topic: Ride for Life - Vintage Scratch Race, Sunday 17 Nov, Heffron
- Replies: 27
- Views: 8369
Re: Ride for Life - Vintage Scratch Race, Sunday 17 Nov, Hef
Well it's a bit wet and yum cha seems much more inviting.
Have a great ride,
Peter
Have a great ride,
Peter
- 11 Nov 2013, 10:30
- Forum: Road
- Topic: How did the Rapha DHBC team go today? Anyone heard?
- Replies: 21
- Views: 5877
Re: How did the Rapha DHBC team go today? Anyone heard?
Here,here!Jo is a legend.
You can't drink enough water
- 07 Nov 2013, 15:36
- Forum: Vintage Bicycles
- Topic: Ride for Life - Vintage Scratch Race, Sunday 17 Nov, Heffron
- Replies: 27
- Views: 8369
- 06 Nov 2013, 21:19
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Rapha Super Cross - Sat 16 Nov - ADVICE & TIPS please
- Replies: 11
- Views: 4151
Re: Rapha Super Cross - Sat 16 Nov - ADVICE & TIPS please
Risky I would think but I've never done cyclocross.
If you come on the La Pa ride in the morning some of the wise heads will have more of an idea.
Peter
If you come on the La Pa ride in the morning some of the wise heads will have more of an idea.
Peter
- 06 Nov 2013, 17:34
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Sneaky La Pa Ride Tomorrow 7th Nov
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2555
Re: Sneaky La Pa Ride Tomorrow 7th Nov
Jo
Tim (maybe baby)
Eleri
JamesR
Andrewm
Peter Bownes
Tim (maybe baby)
Eleri
JamesR
Andrewm
Peter Bownes
- 03 Nov 2013, 10:22
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Sun 3rd Nov 2013 club Waterfall rides cancelled
- Replies: 36
- Views: 10496
Re: Sun 3rd Nov 2013 club Waterfall rides cancelled
Shame you slept in Anthony, you were missed! Good ride, changed our minds at Gordon and headed out to Akuna Bay instead. Time restraints meant no West Head and we ditched Noel at Narrabeen on another seat of the pants decision to change the route. Still it worked out even without a list! Thanks guys...
- 02 Nov 2013, 15:17
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Sun 3rd Nov 2013 club Waterfall rides cancelled
- Replies: 36
- Views: 10496
Sun 3rd Nov 2013 club Waterfall rides cancelled
Sorry, I'm a bit confused about what's on tomorrow morning. Where's everyone meeting? Outside the Cafe at 6? Waterfall rides cancelled Geoff is riding Eastern Suburbs Hills 28s pace 6.30 at the cafe. 3/4 Gorges or similar alternative depending on atmospheric conditions fast28s/middies pace 6am at t...
- 02 Nov 2013, 12:42
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Sun 3rd Nov 2013 club Waterfall rides cancelled
- Replies: 36
- Views: 10496
Re: Sun 3rd Nov 2013 club Waterfall rides cancelled
If this smoke doesn't clear, I wouldn't do the 3 gorges, we tried to do it today, but the smoke was very thick up north. We turned around at the top of Galston, but even Bobbin Head was pretty enshrouded by smoke. South westerly this arvo supposed to clear the air but more north westerly winds pred...
- 02 Nov 2013, 10:29
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Sun 3rd Nov 2013 club Waterfall rides cancelled
- Replies: 36
- Views: 10496
Re: Sun 3rd Nov 2013 club Waterfall rides cancelled
I've got to be back in Marrickville before 11. Looking back through my records that means no 3 Gorges let alone 4 for me, (3 Gorges is about 5.5 hours return). At the moment I'll ride out with you guys at 6am go through Bobbin Head and see where I am at 8.20am and turn around and head back. Maybe I ...
- 01 Nov 2013, 09:51
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Heads up for those doing Eastern Suburbs Hills
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1534
Re: Heads up for those doing Eastern Suburbs Hills
Yep we ignored the detour on the Tuesday ride and flaunted the authorities, however the detour is a good little hill for a challenge.
Have a great ride,
Peter
Have a great ride,
Peter
- 31 Oct 2013, 16:17
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Sun 3rd Nov 2013 club Waterfall rides cancelled
- Replies: 36
- Views: 10496
Re: Sun 3rd Nov 2013 club Waterfall rides cancelled
Why not?
The more the merrier!
The more the merrier!
- 31 Oct 2013, 14:33
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Sun 3rd Nov 2013 club Waterfall rides cancelled
- Replies: 36
- Views: 10496
Re: Sun 3rd Nov 2013 club Waterfall rides cancelled
I'm up for going north, departing about 6.
Unfortunately leave pass expires early so I may just do Bobbin Head or alternatively - Balmoral, North Head return via Powderworks & Mona Vale Rd.
Have a great ride,
Peter
Unfortunately leave pass expires early so I may just do Bobbin Head or alternatively - Balmoral, North Head return via Powderworks & Mona Vale Rd.
Have a great ride,
Peter
- 30 Oct 2013, 08:50
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Fitz - Sunday October 27 2013
- Replies: 55
- Views: 10752
Re: Fitz - Sunday October 27 2013
That's just nuts!
In fact almost as crazy as doing the extreme with standard chain rings. But no ones that crazy!
In fact almost as crazy as doing the extreme with standard chain rings. But no ones that crazy!
- 29 Oct 2013, 21:17
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Fitz - Sunday October 27 2013
- Replies: 55
- Views: 10752
Re: Fitz - Sunday October 27 2013
Timings are up on the web site. My elapsed time, a whole 6 minutes faster than last year My place, much better to count from the back than the front, 6 riders behind me last year, and six behind this year. I wonder if it was the same 6? So I think that makes 6, 6, and 6 and I did chat twice with th...
- 29 Oct 2013, 11:01
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Fitz - Sunday October 27 2013
- Replies: 55
- Views: 10752
Re: Fitz - Sunday October 27 2013
Wow I had no ideaNah.
He set a PR on the Hills ride this morning, and got his 2nd fastest time up Bellevue Hill. The humanbeing is a machine!
- 29 Oct 2013, 11:00
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Fitz - Sunday October 27 2013
- Replies: 55
- Views: 10752
Fitz - Sunday October 27 2013
That was hard! But as Philip said, the pain fades and good memories replace the bad, so it goes. Joined the DHBC crew waiting for the early cold start, decided to go for feeling the chill and carrying my long sleeve base layer later as I neglected to get a post pack. Slow to start I rode with Anthon...
- 28 Oct 2013, 17:38
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Fitz - Sunday October 27 2013
- Replies: 55
- Views: 10752
Re: Fitz - Sunday October 27 2013
And even they're pretty averagePeter took some selfies;)
- 28 Oct 2013, 12:49
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Fitz - Sunday October 27 2013
- Replies: 55
- Views: 10752
Re: Fitz - Sunday October 27 2013
I'm knackered!
More to come,
Peter Bownes
More to come,
Peter Bownes
- 28 Oct 2013, 10:32
- Forum: Conversation
- Topic: Convince me this is a bad idea
- Replies: 21
- Views: 8682
Re: Convince me this is a bad idea
Never had a problem with a Campagnolo 11 speed chain, I use the Lezyne 11 speed chain tool which costs much less than the Campag version. You can break an 11 speed chain with a 10 speed tool, you could also use KMC missing links - the 11 speed ones are not reusable. The BB tool for the external cups...
- 21 Oct 2013, 13:58
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Fitz - Sunday October 27 2013
- Replies: 55
- Views: 10752
Re: Fitz - Sunday October 27 2013
Yes Philip, everyone's going with the genius suggestion .
Is it a small post box?
Perhaps we should notify the post office so the postie can bring help to lift a huge sack of arm warmers, gillets & roubaix tights on Monday morning.
2 degrees forecast.
Is it a small post box?
Perhaps we should notify the post office so the postie can bring help to lift a huge sack of arm warmers, gillets & roubaix tights on Monday morning.
2 degrees forecast.
- 19 Oct 2013, 22:31
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Sun Club Ride: Royal National Park (RNP) 6:00am
- Replies: 422
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Re: New Club Ride Commences 7th October - RNP
Sorry fellas, late notice - I may sleep in, don't wait for me.
Have a great ride,
Peter
1. James R
2. Ben L
3. Philip
4. Robert (6:08 at Bestic)
Have a great ride,
Peter
1. James R
2. Ben L
3. Philip
4. Robert (6:08 at Bestic)
- 19 Oct 2013, 15:57
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Sun Club Ride: Royal National Park (RNP) 6:00am
- Replies: 422
- Views: 196662
Re: New Club Ride Commences 7th October - RNP
C'mon Andrew you know you wanna
1. James R
2. Ben L
3. Philip
4. Peter Bownes
1. James R
2. Ben L
3. Philip
4. Peter Bownes
- 19 Oct 2013, 15:37
- Forum: Road
- Topic: North Head West Head Akuna Saturday 19/10 5.30am
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2633
Re: North Head West Head Akuna Saturday 19/10 5.30am
Thanks Andrew, Anna, Paul, Phil & Robert. Great ride :D Peter http://i1133.photobucket.com/albums/m599/humanbeinglawnmower/3a5ba7d9-eafb-403f-a48f-d0c44b2dedce_zps0f1e8473.jpg http://i1133.photobucket.com/albums/m599/humanbeinglawnmower/449498de-8075-45d4-9c21-1b7e22e1341e_zpsb8fc99ad.jpg
- 18 Oct 2013, 08:33
- Forum: Road
- Topic: North Head West Head Akuna Saturday 19/10 5.30am
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2633
North Head West Head Akuna Saturday 19/10 5.30am
Saturday 19th October depart 5.30am at the Marrick.
Fast 28s/cruisey middies pace about 140km return after 12.
Route takes in Awaba St, Balmoral, North Head, West Head & Akuna Bay.
Have a great ride,
1. Peter Bownes
Fast 28s/cruisey middies pace about 140km return after 12.
Route takes in Awaba St, Balmoral, North Head, West Head & Akuna Bay.
Have a great ride,
1. Peter Bownes
- 13 Oct 2013, 14:26
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Sun Club Ride: Royal National Park (RNP) 6:00am
- Replies: 422
- Views: 196662
Re: New Club Ride Commences 7th October - RNP
41 c, I'm pretty glad I took the easy option.
Hope you fellas had lots of water.
Peter
Hope you fellas had lots of water.
Peter
- 11 Oct 2013, 07:55
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Saturday 12/10/2013 RNP 5.30 am
- Replies: 2
- Views: 904
Re: Saturday 12/10/2013 RNP 5.30 am
I've got to be back before 9.30 so RNP is about all I can manage on my leave pass.
Come along or enjoy the gorges for me, either way.
Have a great ride!
Peter
Come along or enjoy the gorges for me, either way.
Have a great ride!
Peter
- 11 Oct 2013, 07:38
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Saturday 12/10/2013 RNP 5.30 am
- Replies: 2
- Views: 904
Saturday 12/10/2013 RNP 5.30 am
Fast 28/cruisey middies Audley in jaunt through the park. Waiting for me at the top of climbs is mandatory.
1. Peter Bownes
1. Peter Bownes
- 09 Oct 2013, 07:35
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Sun Club Ride: Royal National Park (RNP) 6:00am
- Replies: 422
- Views: 196662
Re: New Club Ride Commences 7th October - RNP
Did someone say bike ride!
1. Anthony
2. Philip
3. Peter Bownes
I may follow you Philip or just do The Wall.
I also may go RNP Saturday as well.
1. Anthony
2. Philip
3. Peter Bownes
I may follow you Philip or just do The Wall.
I also may go RNP Saturday as well.
- 08 Oct 2013, 10:49
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Long endurance ride with hills - Monday 7th October
- Replies: 31
- Views: 6529
Re: Long endurance ride with hills - Monday 7th October
Bummer!Lovely quiet ride along the river from Wisemans to Windsor. But no trains running, so rode on to Penrith.
- 08 Oct 2013, 07:08
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Long endurance ride with hills - Monday 7th October
- Replies: 31
- Views: 6529
Re: Long endurance ride with hills - Monday 7th October
So what is the ride from Wiseman's to Mooney Mooney like? Quite pleasant along the river to Spencer. The climb up to Central Mangrove wasn't too steep. The next bit to Somersby was a bit boring and some impatient traffic annoyed. The descent into Mooney Mooney Ck was nice and the climb again not so...
- 05 Oct 2013, 11:46
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Long endurance ride with hills - Monday 7th October
- Replies: 31
- Views: 6529
Re: Long endurance ride with hills - Monday 7th October
Phil, I am also in the doghouse
b]Obligatory list to confirm attendance[/b]
1. Andrewm
2. Peter Bownes
b]Obligatory list to confirm attendance[/b]
1. Andrewm
2. Peter Bownes
- 04 Oct 2013, 19:13
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Long endurance ride with hills - Monday 7th October
- Replies: 31
- Views: 6529
Re: Long endurance ride with hills - Monday 7th October
That's a pity Jon.
I may, and I mean may ride more than you in a month Andrew but you beat me hands down in epic rides.
I may, and I mean may ride more than you in a month Andrew but you beat me hands down in epic rides.
- 04 Oct 2013, 16:00
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Long endurance ride with hills - Monday 7th October
- Replies: 31
- Views: 6529
Re: Long endurance ride with hills - Monday 7th October
No preference, I haven't done either and both are on my bucket list.
Longer and prettier?
Anyway to combine the best bits of both?
Which will afford James more tea making opportunities?
Longer and prettier?
Anyway to combine the best bits of both?
Which will afford James more tea making opportunities?
- 04 Oct 2013, 13:48
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Sun Club Ride: Royal National Park (RNP) 6:00am
- Replies: 422
- Views: 196662
Re: New Club Ride Commences 7th October - RNP
I'll see your Unicorn and raise you one Magic Dragon!
1. Noel
2. Andrew M
3. Peter Bownes
1. Noel
2. Andrew M
3. Peter Bownes
- 04 Oct 2013, 13:44
- Forum: Road
- Topic: RNP 5:30 Saturday October 5th
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1318
Re: RNP 5:30 Saturday October 5th
Thanks Noel but I want the hills so I'll still leave early, might see you on the way back.
Peter
Peter
- 04 Oct 2013, 13:41
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Long endurance ride with hills - Monday 7th October
- Replies: 31
- Views: 6529
Re: Long endurance ride with hills - Monday 7th October
I'll tag along Andrew as I was hoping to do almost exactly the same thing
- 04 Oct 2013, 13:39
- Forum: Vintage Bicycles
- Topic: La Perouse Vintage Ride - Friday 4/10/13
- Replies: 13
- Views: 7716
Re: La Perouse Vintage Ride - Friday 4/10/13
You don't miss a trick!it was the gloves
look at the gloves!
- 04 Oct 2013, 10:57
- Forum: Vintage Bicycles
- Topic: La Perouse Vintage Ride - Friday 4/10/13
- Replies: 13
- Views: 7716
Re: La Perouse Vintage Ride - Friday 4/10/13
No official confirmation of any prizes yet, stay tuned.
Peter
Peter
- 04 Oct 2013, 10:47
- Forum: Road
- Topic: RNP 5:30 Saturday October 5th
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1318
Re: RNP 5:30 Saturday October 5th
Planning on going earlier (4.30am) as I have to get to work by 9, might join you & Noel for Sunday.
Peter
Peter
- 02 Oct 2013, 08:52
- Forum: Vintage Bicycles
- Topic: Ride for Life - Vintage Scratch Race, Sunday 17 Nov, Heffron
- Replies: 27
- Views: 8369
Re: Ride for Life - Vintage Scratch Race, Sunday 17 Nov, Hef
1. Marc R.
2. Roger Webber
3. John Mason
4. Peter Bownes
2. Roger Webber
3. John Mason
4. Peter Bownes
- 30 Sep 2013, 20:55
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Tues Club Ride: 6 Hills 5:30am
- Replies: 74
- Views: 24242
Re: New Club Ride Commences Tuesday 10th September 2013 - Hi
See ya in the morning.
Peter
Peter
- 30 Sep 2013, 13:20
- Forum: Vintage Bicycles
- Topic: La Perouse Vintage Ride - Friday 4/10/13
- Replies: 13
- Views: 7716
Re: La Perouse Vintage Ride - Friday 4/10/13
Is this strictly a 'beards only' event? Unfortunately it's not up to me Jon :D http://www.theguardian.com/fashion/2013/jul/24/have-we-reached-peak-beard thanks to Adrian E 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 ...
- 29 Sep 2013, 20:21
- Forum: Vintage Bicycles
- Topic: La Perouse Vintage Ride - Friday 4/10/13
- Replies: 13
- Views: 7716
Re: La Perouse Vintage Ride - Friday 4/10/13
I think I'll go along - there's food!
Peter
Peter
- 29 Sep 2013, 17:48
- Forum: Vintage Bicycles
- Topic: La Perouse Vintage Ride - Friday 4/10/13
- Replies: 13
- Views: 7716
- 28 Sep 2013, 16:23
- Forum: For Sale
- Topic: Torpedo 7 Clothing Sale This Weekend (ends 6am 30/09)
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1186
Torpedo 7 Clothing Sale This Weekend (ends 6am 30/09)
Just picked up some Assos Mille F5 bib knicks for $30 less than Wiggle which I thought was ok.
Have a great ride,
Peter
Have a great ride,
Peter
- 28 Sep 2013, 13:39
- Forum: For Sale
- Topic: BBQ gas bottle
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1402
Re: BBQ gas bottle
For convenience just head to a servo and pick up one of the "swap 'n go" bottles. Pay for the bottle first time and then when it's empty just go to a servo ( just about any) and pay to swap your empty for a full bottle. The only thing to check is the fitting of which there were a couple bu...
- 22 Sep 2013, 16:18
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Tues Club Ride: 6 Hills 5:30am
- Replies: 74
- Views: 24242
Re: New Club Ride Commences Tuesday 10th September 2013 - Hi
1. JoTheBuilder
2. Peter Bownes
2. Peter Bownes
- 21 Sep 2013, 17:33
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Sun 22 Sept - Waterfall with Middies then RNP
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2683
Re: Sun 22 Sept - Waterfall with Middies then RNP
Sweet! See you at 6.
Peter
Peter
- 20 Sep 2013, 13:46
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Sun 22 Sept - Waterfall with Middies then RNP
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2683
Re: Sun 22 Sept - Waterfall with Middies then RNP
Andrew,
I'm quite happy to set off at 6am if you want, otherwise 6.30 with the bunch is cool.
Peter
I'm quite happy to set off at 6am if you want, otherwise 6.30 with the bunch is cool.
Peter
- 19 Sep 2013, 21:59
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Sun 22 Sept - Waterfall with Middies then RNP
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2683
Re: Sun 22 Sept - Waterfall with Middies then RNP
1. Andrew H.
2. Peter Bownes
2. Peter Bownes
- 17 Sep 2013, 08:53
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Southern Hemisphere Cup - Sun 15 September Eastern Creek
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3828
Re: Southern Hemisphere Cup - Sun 15 September Eastern Creek
Good one Peter
- 16 Sep 2013, 10:32
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Macquarie Pass Sunday September 15
- Replies: 26
- Views: 10313
Re: Macquarie Pass Sunday September 15
Great ride Anna, Macquarie Pass I found to be longer than Barrengarry but not as steep. So just put my head down and rode to the top
We'll go back and do it again soon.
Peter
We'll go back and do it again soon.
Peter
- 15 Sep 2013, 22:20
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Macquarie Pass Sunday September 15
- Replies: 26
- Views: 10313
Re: Macquarie Pass Sunday September 15
What a great day!
Well done everyone, top effort on some big climbs that we don't see the likes of in Sydney.
A long day too
Have a great ride,
Peter
Well done everyone, top effort on some big climbs that we don't see the likes of in Sydney.
A long day too
Have a great ride,
Peter
- 14 Sep 2013, 18:20
- Forum: Road
- Topic: Macquarie Pass Sunday September 15
- Replies: 26
- Views: 10313
Re: Macquarie Pass Sunday September 15
Great that you are free Phillip.
Really sorry you won't be joining us James and Noel. Hope you mend Noel and James how'd you get a picture of my new steed with the Homer Simpson inspired Growler holders?
Everyone else see you at Wolli Creek bright and early.
Have a great ride,
Peter
Really sorry you won't be joining us James and Noel. Hope you mend Noel and James how'd you get a picture of my new steed with the Homer Simpson inspired Growler holders?
Everyone else see you at Wolli Creek bright and early.
Have a great ride,
Peter