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by jonboy
16 Oct 2012, 12:50
Forum: Road
Topic: New Mid-Week Wednesday Club Ride - 6am to 8am
Replies: 122
Views: 29051

Re: New Mid-Week Wednesday Club Ride - 6am to 8am

I will probably join you all at 6am for the La Perouse ride tomorrow. I went to Hyde Park for the Ride to Work event last year and saw a few DHBC jerseys milling around - grabbing any freebies on offer. The only disappointing thing was a recalcitrant person booing Clover Moore during her speech - no...
by jonboy
06 Oct 2012, 10:20
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Cycling Australia Membership
Replies: 18
Views: 4552

Re: Cycling Australia Membership

Let's add an age handicap to make it interesting.
by jonboy
06 Oct 2012, 05:41
Forum: Road
Topic: Waterfall - Saturday 6th October @ 6am
Replies: 9
Views: 2103

Re: Waterfall - Saturday 6th October @ 6am

I'm in. C u there.
by jonboy
05 Oct 2012, 20:52
Forum: Road
Topic: some new wheels
Replies: 26
Views: 7221

Re: some new wheels

I was also looking at custom wheels but in the end settled for the boring option of DuraAce C 35s.
by jonboy
05 Oct 2012, 16:20
Forum: Road
Topic: Daylight Saving on Sunday 7 Oct - dont miss Waterfall!
Replies: 6
Views: 2171

Re: Daylight Saving on Sunday 7 Oct - dont miss Waterfall!

Oh, in that case I think I'll have to give Waterfall a miss.

If I have to set the alarm to wake up at 2am to change all the clocks I might be a bit tired by the start time...

See you all next week. :roll:
by jonboy
05 Oct 2012, 15:03
Forum: Vintage Bicycles
Topic: Removing Shimano 600 RH crank
Replies: 5
Views: 2437

Re: Removing Shimano 600 RH crank

Good idea Toff - a bit severe, but yes, get the angle grinder going on all those vintage bikes and get on board the carbon fibre train...

You'll be drooling over a McLaren + Specialized Venge in no time.

:o
by jonboy
03 Oct 2012, 10:01
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Cycling Australia Membership
Replies: 18
Views: 4552

Re: Cycling Australia Membership

I recently remembered that my Cycling Australia membership was coming up for expiry. I checked today and it expired last Sunday. I was a bit surprised not to receive any reminder. I tried to renew it online but to no avail. I called CA and apparently they updated their database last year and I was n...
by jonboy
30 Sep 2012, 15:34
Forum: Track
Topic: The Velodrome Magpie
Replies: 3
Views: 1307

Re: The Velodrome Magpie

This has been posted before but worth consideration if you consider the testing to be 'scientific' - (but don't ride without a helmet)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9wHreVKgOT4
by jonboy
27 Sep 2012, 16:49
Forum: Road
Topic: Long Weekend Rides
Replies: 10
Views: 2331

Re: Long Weekend Rides

Most def.

Middies pace, I assume?
by jonboy
18 Sep 2012, 15:45
Forum: Road
Topic: New Mid-Week Wednesday Club Ride - 6am to 8am
Replies: 122
Views: 29051

Re: New Mid-Week Wednesday Club Ride - 6am to 8am

I'm keen to do this ride tomorrow. Any other takers? Is this normally CP or Laperouse?
by jonboy
15 Sep 2012, 14:39
Forum: Road
Topic: RNP Tomorrow Anyone??
Replies: 33
Views: 7397

Re: RNP Tomorrow Anyone??

If I join it will be at middies pace. I'm likely to try my hand to hang of the back of fasties tomorrow. Depending on how I feel I'll do RNP but will go Waterfall in this time at the recommendation of all last week.
Hanging at the back of the fasties?

I was told - das ist verboten.
by jonboy
15 Sep 2012, 08:45
Forum: Road
Topic: RNP Tomorrow Anyone??
Replies: 33
Views: 7397

Re: RNP Tomorrow Anyone??

Waterfall in Audley out, middies pace.

Who is with me?
by jonboy
31 Aug 2012, 13:48
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Cell Bib Shorts for 20 bucks
Replies: 7
Views: 3474

Cell Bib Shorts for 20 bucks

I use these for commuting and at this price they are pretty good value.

If you are interested:

http://www.cellbikes.com.au/Cell-Bib-Sh ... th-CoolMax

And I have no financial interest in Cell Bikes.
by jonboy
21 Aug 2012, 22:30
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Bicycle NSW vs Cycling Australia
Replies: 9
Views: 2757

Re: Bicycle NSW vs Cycling Australia

I can echo Stuart's sentiments here. I let my BNSW membership lapse as well - mostly around what I perceived to be a lack of engagement with members and not doing enough on advocacy. And stopping the magazine was another, albeit minor factor in my decision.
by jonboy
19 Aug 2012, 12:35
Forum: Road
Topic: Waterfall ride: Middies vs Fasties
Replies: 68
Views: 13295

Re: Waterfall ride: Middies vs Fasties

I had another go at fasties again today – took last week off due to inclement weather. I was happy to see a coterie of middies joining me. But I blame the bad pub food, a late night out and another gormless performance from the Wallabies for getting dropped. At Sutherland me and two former (or is th...
by jonboy
05 Aug 2012, 16:56
Forum: Road
Topic: Waterfall ride: Middies vs Fasties
Replies: 68
Views: 13295

Re: Waterfall ride: Middies vs Fasties

Thanks for the positive feedback. And for the photo.

I'm sure that I'll be dropped when the gun riders come out to play and when the regular fasties aren't recovering from races and hill training the day before. But that's how you get faster and improve, I hope.

J
by jonboy
05 Aug 2012, 10:57
Forum: Road
Topic: Waterfall ride: Middies vs Fasties
Replies: 68
Views: 13295

Waterfall ride: Middies vs Fasties

I tried my hand at the fasties today. I'd noticed over time that the middies bunch had been growing and getting faster, with only one or two fasties putting their hands up at the start. As it turns out it felt like a 'fast' middies ride. Average speed was around 32kph - less than previous averages f...
by jonboy
15 Jul 2012, 21:20
Forum: Road
Topic: 2012 Adventure Rides
Replies: 365
Views: 240414

Re: Adventure Ride - Akuna Bay West Head - 6am July 15 - its

Thanks again Captain Mike.

A fantastic ride and my first time ever to West Head. A magnificent place - well worth the pain.
We all rode out of our skins today. Over 140 kms of hills, hills and more hills.

John
by jonboy
14 Jul 2012, 10:51
Forum: Road
Topic: 2012 Adventure Rides
Replies: 365
Views: 240414

Re: Adventure Ride - Akuna Bay West Head - 6am July 15 - its

Been riding with the DHBC for about 8 month now but this will be my first adventure ride if I join. Forgive me if it's already been mentioned but what's the route and what sort of pace does the bunch ride at? Marco, Captain Mike should probably answer but judging by the riders in the list so far I'...
by jonboy
14 Jul 2012, 10:37
Forum: Road
Topic: 2012 Adventure Rides
Replies: 365
Views: 240414

Re: Adventure Ride - Akuna Bay West Head - 6am July 15 - its

Akuna Bay, West head
=================
Mike C - will not be sick
Andrew Burns - Fully sick
Philip - did it today, I'll do it tomorrow, then again on Sunday: I must be sick!
Anthony K
John H
by jonboy
22 Jun 2012, 13:21
Forum: Road
Topic: 2012 Adventure Rides
Replies: 365
Views: 240414

Re: Adventure Ride - Akuna Bay and West Head - 6am July 8th

Akuna Bay, West Head - 6am July 8th
=================
Mike C - might ride his fixie
Noel - doesn't own a fixie
John - last owned a fixie age 8
by jonboy
15 Jun 2012, 11:31
Forum: Road
Topic: I went cycling in France this morning too
Replies: 1
Views: 773

I went cycling in France this morning too

I had an enjoyable 90 minute ride in the Pyrenees this morning climbing up to Luz Ardiden. With all the wet weather about and weekend child minding duties I haven’t been for a real road ride for a while. So I took up a free offer of a session at Athlete Lab in Loftus Street – right around the corner...
by jonboy
12 Jun 2012, 18:02
Forum: For Sale
Topic: 57 Cycling Magazines
Replies: 4
Views: 1386

Re: 57 Cycling Magazines

Thanks Geoff

If anyone would like to buy any of these gems I'll be selling them all individually on ebay for a bargain basement 'buy-it-now' price of just $3 each!

I'm disappointed that home delivery was not included. That will really cut into my total net profit.
by jonboy
09 Jun 2012, 15:10
Forum: Road
Topic: 2012 Adventure Rides
Replies: 365
Views: 240414

Re: 2012 adventure - Queens Birthday - 6am June 10

Mike

At a rough guess, any idea what time you might be back in Marrickville?

J
by jonboy
09 Jun 2012, 07:35
Forum: For Sale
Topic: 57 Cycling Magazines
Replies: 4
Views: 1386

Re: 57 Cycling Magazines

I placed a bid for you Geoff - more out of sympathy than need.

But if the bidding really gets frenzied and I exceed $3, then I think it's only fair that home delivery becomes part of the deal. :wink:
by jonboy
31 May 2012, 10:47
Forum: Road
Topic: 2012 Adventure Rides
Replies: 365
Views: 240414

Re: 2012 adventure - Secret Adventure - 6am 3rd June

I'm always keen for adventure but at this juncture, the weather on Sunday looks tres ordinaire.

I think I'd be lucky to sneak in a quick spin to Waterfall and back with my rain loving mates from the middies.
by jonboy
26 May 2012, 22:39
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Non-Dulwich Hill Spotted.
Replies: 6
Views: 1943

Re: Non-Dulwich Hill Spotted.

I saw a bald man in his late 60s dressed in nothing but a towel ranting and raving at cars and anyone in his way on my commute home one night this week. It was around Central Station. He was wandering onto the road trying to stop traffic. Sadly this is called 'care in the community' for people with ...
by jonboy
26 May 2012, 22:31
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Feeling chilly and need new bib tights?
Replies: 4
Views: 1508

Re: Feeling chilly and need new bib tights?

Thanks for the tip, now I feel compelled to buy a set :(
Did you buy a M/L/XL? I'm thinking by the sizing chart I'd be a Medium.
I bought size L - I'm about 183cm tall, 90kg, 33 waist, and enjoy windsurfing, fine wine and fireside chats....
by jonboy
26 May 2012, 17:34
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Feeling chilly and need new bib tights?
Replies: 4
Views: 1508

Feeling chilly and need new bib tights?

If you are finding it a bit nippy on the road I can recommend these which I bought online a month ago. http://www.wiggle.co.uk/dhb-pace-roubaix-padded-34-bib-tight/ They are now at an incredible price of $35 - so I ordered another pair. I've only worn mine a few times and I find them perfect for chi...
by jonboy
21 May 2012, 15:31
Forum: Vintage Bicycles
Topic: How a Bicycle is Made (1945)
Replies: 3
Views: 1573

Re: How a Bicycle is Made (1945)

I only watched a few minutes of the video but I was expecting Harry Enfield to pop up at any time. Absolutely no evidence of the English class system at work in this video. The small boy featured could quite have easily come from any standard household in Chelsea or Knightsbridge. I wonder how a vid...
by jonboy
20 May 2012, 17:40
Forum: Road
Topic: Wet Waterfall
Replies: 16
Views: 3876

Re: Wet Waterfall

Being near the front of the bunch I just managed to dodge the vacuum cleaner and all the other cleaning equipment that spewed across the road. I could sense that she was going too fast around the bend, with her kids in the back. The bizarre thing was that after all the commotion and us loading her c...
by jonboy
07 May 2012, 22:19
Forum: Road
Topic: 2012 Adventure Rides
Replies: 365
Views: 240414

Re: 2012 adventure rides 6am: 6th May - The Wall

What a fantastic day out - gotta love the adventure ride. Aside from the stunning weather and scintillating company was a big thumbs up from a passing motorcyclist in the RNP. Such a simple gesture but it meant so much. I was one of the 'rabbits' that took off quickly on 'the Wall' with all the brav...
by jonboy
30 Apr 2012, 21:21
Forum: Road
Topic: 2012 Adventure Rides
Replies: 365
Views: 240414

Re: 2012 adventure rides 6am: 6th May - The Wall

Who's coming to explore....

Another brick in "The Wall"...

Mike - Fastie (when I need to be)
Philip - Slowie (when I need to be)
Justin - Middie at the best of times
JoTheBuilder - In reserve until I see how fast this group is (currently: fast)
John - Fast middie
by jonboy
23 Apr 2012, 09:32
Forum: Road
Topic: Ride: Wednesday 25th April
Replies: 23
Views: 5512

Re: Ride: Wednesday 25th April

I would be up for that.

We could always think about our diggers climbing (or descending) Artillery Hill (why is it called that BTW?)

Audley in, Waterfall out? Middies pace?
by jonboy
15 Apr 2012, 21:10
Forum: News and Announcements
Topic: 2012 DHBC AGM - Thur 26th April 8pm
Replies: 7
Views: 5431

Re: 2012 DHBC AGM

May I suggest some changes to the Draft Constitution: Section: Aims and Objectives: Comment: There is no specific mention of the Club’s role in supporting juniors. They represent the future of the Club and this issue might be worthy of specific consideration. Such an inclusion may imply a preference...
by jonboy
12 Apr 2012, 22:21
Forum: Road
Topic: 2012 Adventure Rides
Replies: 365
Views: 240414

Re: 2012 adventure rides - 6am 15th April - 4 Gorges

Is there still a NSW Labour party?[/quote] Yep, there's this bald guy - can't remember his name now, his nan, a dog called nipper and local fish and chip shop owner in Fairfield. But they're all in different factions. That's why I need Antony to explain to me who's who. I'm sure I'm going to get int...
by jonboy
12 Apr 2012, 21:52
Forum: Road
Topic: 2012 Adventure Rides
Replies: 365
Views: 240414

Re: 2012 adventure rides - 6am 15th April - 4 Gorges

The prospect of the country's premier election analyst coming along has spurred me to join this ride. Hopefully by the end of it I'll be fully informed about who's who in the Terrigals, the Trogs and the Centre Unity factions of the NSW Labor Party. Stuart - ride captain Derek Philip (love the hills...
by jonboy
11 Apr 2012, 22:37
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Centennial park proposed works
Replies: 71
Views: 16826

Re: Centennial park proposed works

Hi, thanks for making the effort to piece that all together. It is a well-written submission, however, I am concerned about the harsh budget reality of the Trust. The alternative of moving the children's cycleway sounds a simple solution but it may be a relatively costly one, especially considering ...
by jonboy
02 Apr 2012, 14:14
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Anyone know a good builder?
Replies: 3
Views: 1543

Anyone know a good builder?

Howdy Can anyone recommend a reliable builder who might be familiar with working on Federation period houses – preferably in the Inner West / Marrickville area? I have some work that needs doing on my house – stonework, tiling, maybe a bit of structural work, fitting a new cast iron fence etc. mostl...
by jonboy
29 Mar 2012, 09:30
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Centennial park proposed works
Replies: 71
Views: 16826

Re: Centennial park proposed works

Make sure that you vote in the SMH poll: Where do you stand on speed bumps in Centennial Park?

Tell everyone you know on 2 wheels - closes in 2 days.

Read more: http://www.smh.com.au/nsw/cyclists-ride ... 1vzl1.html
by jonboy
29 Mar 2012, 04:49
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Centennial park proposed works
Replies: 71
Views: 16826

Re: Centennial park proposed works

I have lodged my submission and will be at the park at 7.00.
by jonboy
20 Feb 2012, 20:27
Forum: Road
Topic: Johnny Warren Jamberoo Classic 2012
Replies: 77
Views: 27621

Re: Johnny Warren Jamberoo Classic 2012

For those of you who missed it herewith the link to the video from SBS Cycling central. I noticed a few of the DHBC stragglers in frame at Jamberoo. I obviously arrived and left well before the film crew eventually showed up. It was a very enjoyable ride - I'll do it again next year. http://www.sbs....
by jonboy
17 Feb 2012, 12:03
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Are we a bunch of 'MAMILS'?
Replies: 20
Views: 5089

Re: Are we a bunch of 'MAMILS'?

1. middle aged 30-45 year olds 2. largely male (debatable) 3. read broadsheet newspapers eg. Sydney Morning Herald, The Australian, as opposed to tabloids like the Daily Telegraph. 4. shop at ‘Waitrose’ supermarkets ie. upmarket UK supermarket 5. have a household income in excess of £50,000 (AUD$ 73...
by jonboy
14 Feb 2012, 20:32
Forum: Road
Topic: 2012 Adventure Rides
Replies: 365
Views: 240414

Re: 2012 adventure rides - 6am 11th Mar - RNP Waterfall,Bund

Eleri (28+) Ride Host
John (33+)
by jonboy
24 Jan 2012, 17:07
Forum: Conversation
Topic: People for bikes
Replies: 1
Views: 824

People for bikes

My wife sent this video to me.

I think this was her way of letting me know about my obsession rather than educating me about how the USA are improving the future of cycling... :roll:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMCkuqL9IcM
by jonboy
14 Dec 2011, 20:46
Forum: Road
Topic: Johnny Warren Jamberoo Classic 2012
Replies: 77
Views: 27621

Re: Johnny Warren Jamberoo Classic 2012

Ditto. I entered too.

It seems logical to start out from the Marrickville cafe at 6:30am with one of the Waterfall groups as a warm up.
by jonboy
06 Dec 2011, 11:11
Forum: Road
Topic: Exploding tyre
Replies: 7
Views: 2424

Re: Exploding tyre

All very interesting. Thanks for all the great advice.

I will definitely refit my tyres using talcum powder and will also reduce the tyre pressure to remain 'explosion free'.

J
by jonboy
05 Dec 2011, 14:50
Forum: Road
Topic: Exploding tyre
Replies: 7
Views: 2424

Exploding tyre

After my return DHBC bunch ride to Waterfall yesterday a scary thing happened. I stopped off at the bakery to pick up some bread and as I was rolling slowly to return onto the main road my front tyre exploded. It sounded like a gunshot and scared the life out of me. On inspection the new Gatorskin t...
by jonboy
14 Nov 2011, 08:57
Forum: Road
Topic: Adventure Rides 2011- 6am 13th Nov-Hawkesbury Explorer
Replies: 273
Views: 70723

Re: Adventure Rides 2011- 6am 13th Nov-Hawkesbury Explorer

Thanks Mike A great day on the road - and not a single puncture or fall despite some very ordinary road surfaces in places. I saw some gorgeous parts of Sydney I'd never seen before - that's what Adventure Rides are all about for me. Respect to the fixies - you know who you are. Being a big lazy git...
by jonboy
28 Oct 2011, 17:12
Forum: Conversation
Topic: What My Club Has Given Me
Replies: 45
Views: 8851

Re: What My Club Has Given Me

41. Eight pairs of trousers that are now two sizes too big for me...
42. Cheaper Christmas / birthday presents for the family
by jonboy
28 Oct 2011, 13:04
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Introduce yourselves
Replies: 97
Views: 69176

Re: Introduce youselves

Handle: Jonboy
Name: John
Bikes: Commuting: 1999 Giant Innova hybrid Road: 2011 Giant Defy Advanced 1 (Ultegra)
Location: Marrickville
Best known for: Being the disappearing Dad on weekend mornings.
by jonboy
19 Oct 2011, 10:43
Forum: Road
Topic: Invitation from Zeal of Zebras ride 27/10/11
Replies: 44
Views: 10755

Re: Invitation from Zeal of Zebras ride 27/10/11

1. Eleri
2. Stuart
3. Rhys
4. Nozzle
5. Todd V
6. Jeremy
7. John

I work in Gov Macq Tower so no excuses for me...
by jonboy
15 Oct 2011, 07:19
Forum: Road
Topic: Adventure Rides 2011- 6am 13th Nov-Hawkesbury Explorer
Replies: 273
Views: 70723

Re: Adventure Rides 2011-6am 3th Nov-Hawkesbury Explorer

1. Mike C (ride leader)
2. Camilla
3. Jo the Builder
4. John
by jonboy
09 Oct 2011, 14:40
Forum: Road
Topic: Adventure Rides 2011- 6am 13th Nov-Hawkesbury Explorer
Replies: 273
Views: 70723

Re: Adventure Rides 2011-6am 9th Oct RNP Audley in Waterfall

Eleri Thanks for leading us. As my first ever ride through the park, I thoroughly enjoyed it. That second descent was the most magical ten minutes I have ever spent on two wheels. I hope we can do it all again soon and looking forward to the next adventure ride. Hope you’re OK Pete. The view of the ...
by jonboy
08 Oct 2011, 08:48
Forum: Road
Topic: Saturday Slowies - gloves found on Marrickville Road
Replies: 1
Views: 790

Saturday Slowies - gloves found on Marrickville Road

If you have lost your blue and black Netti gel gloves, I found them today at around 9:10am. Small size.

PM me if you want to claim.

John
by jonboy
07 Oct 2011, 14:19
Forum: Road
Topic: LACC Criterium Racing at the Sydney Festival 16th Oct
Replies: 12
Views: 3065

Re: LACC Criterium Racing at the Sydney Festival 16th Oct

I'll be doing the Spring Cycle to Olympic Park and back home instead of Waterfall. It's about 85kms in total.

If any other members are doing the ride let me know.

I think it's a good opportunity to wear the jersey and help build the club profile.
by jonboy
29 Sep 2011, 20:54
Forum: Road
Topic: Adventure Rides 2011- 6am 13th Nov-Hawkesbury Explorer
Replies: 273
Views: 70723

Re: Adventure Rides 2011-6am 9th Oct RNP Audley in Waterfall

Eleri (ride leader)
Noel
Spiros
Anthony K
John (happy with c28)

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