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Dougie
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Postby Dougie » 17 Jun 2013, 16:15

Hi Everyone.

I refer you to Eleri's emailed newsletter and the Forum posting in the "News and Announcements" Section
There is some momentum gaining to fund this Trike and get our Club mate, Greg Pankhurst back on the road.


If you wish to make a donation please make a Deposit in the Club's Account. I will privately acknowledge your donation, maintain the donations and keep everyone aware of our balance. Please donate to

Dulwich Hill Bicycle Club Inc
Commonwealth Bank
BSB 062158
Acc 00900067
Please put "Trike" in the reference

Please email me at douglas@canadabayclub.com.au so I know whom to acknowledge. Any problems please call me on 0434 148 612

Cheers

Dougie

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Postby Stuart » 17 Jun 2013, 17:16

So what's the total required? Can we have a guide

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Postby Eleri » 17 Jun 2013, 17:38

Estimated $2,300

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Postby Stuart » 17 Jun 2013, 18:36

Done for Jo & I

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Postby Dougie » 17 Jun 2013, 20:01

OUTSTANDING response everyone!

The only question is, will we hit $1,000 tonight?

Donate now. Our operators are standing by to take your call.

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Postby GregPankhurst » 17 Jun 2013, 21:01

hi guys

I'm super appreciative, humbled, and a little embarrassed all at the same time. I've never been prouder to be a member of the DHBC

Thanks to everyone who supports this

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Postby Dougie » 18 Jun 2013, 09:47

Super stuff everyone!

We have $980 pledged and or received to date. I will email those people this morning and advise.

It's not too late to donate

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Postby Dougie » 18 Jun 2013, 10:44

I just thought I would drop the below quote in from a Clubmate. I have edited to keep the individual anonymous.

".......nonetheless I figure every bit helps. I'll never forget the moment I rode down that hill and saw Greg on a backboard wrapped up like a kebab, mind someplace else and body waiting for a helicopter to salvation. Not only because he's a human, or a fellow DHBCer, or a friend, but because I'd had the privilege and joy to witness how far he'd come in the previous months: from "so what is this 3 peaks they speak of?" to "f#$k, really?" to " I'm going to do it!"

Nothing would make me prouder than if he did one day. Although that he simply wants & is able to get on a bike again is more than enough....."



Donate now. James Rogers has donated the use of his infamous monkeys to answer your call.........

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Postby James Rogers » 18 Jun 2013, 13:28

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*monkey in action.

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Postby Dougie » 18 Jun 2013, 14:28

We have passed halfway! You people have pulled hard for the protected riders it's now time for the GC contenders, the Polka dot wearers and the Puncheurs to make their move.

Toss your bottles away, click down two gears and dive deeply into the red zone. The Monkey will take your call.

Failing that put yourself in this picture. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMmyyEOeVTs

(Does anyone else find the image of the monkey disturbing, or is it just me?)

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Postby mikesbytes » 18 Jun 2013, 15:50

Done. Will donate again if funding slows. Let me know

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Dougie
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Postby Dougie » 18 Jun 2013, 15:55

We are less than $999 from this appeal to get our Club mate Greg back on three wheels coming to fruition. After 24 hours this is EXTRAORDINARY.

There is a Leader Board for the GC with performances ranging from $10 to $380. Every dollar donated is a dollar closer to the finish line. No donation is too small and no donation is too big. Your time in the wind pulling for your mates is all that counts.

Donate now and you can be promoted to the FASTIES this Sunday. Donate twice and you can become a member of the DHBC racing team. Donate three times, you are over reaching so stop it.

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Postby Dougie » 18 Jun 2013, 15:59

Mike funding has slowed to a glacial pace..... feel free to over reach :D

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Postby adam » 18 Jun 2013, 19:05

Same as Mike. Is the glacier moving or do we need to get out the blow torch? Update of pledge/transfer total to date would be good.

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Postby Dougie » 18 Jun 2013, 19:19

My spread sheet is at work and I have received a few pledges tonight. I believe our total pledges and or transfers sit at $1,600.

I will update in the morning.

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Postby Philip » 18 Jun 2013, 21:03

Hey Dougie, Check the monkey's pockets before he goes home, there's something a little shifty about that fella.

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Postby Camilla » 18 Jun 2013, 21:20

Why is the monkey holding a salt grinder between his back legs?

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Postby Eleri » 18 Jun 2013, 21:58

Why does James chain monkeys up?

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Postby Trouty » 18 Jun 2013, 23:29

Why is the monkey holding a salt grinder between his back legs?
.............Because the Thigh Master wasn't available. By the way Camilla, take a closer look, I think it's a she

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Postby Dougie » 19 Jun 2013, 10:18

The mythical climb that is the Col de Recumbent has forced many teams to chase as DHBC has been called to the front to drive the pace. At a massive $2,300 metres this Col is the highest pass in the Dulwich Hills. At this time over $1,900 metres has been climbed and the "sommet" is only a few switchbacks away.

We are hoping that no one falters at this point. The pace is hard going but measured. No attacks have come but with only about $350 metres or so left to raise they would be expected at anytime. The only question that remains is whom will go off the front next? Stage honours await. The opportunity is now for the tactically proficient. For those whom have been hiding in the Peloton to this point it's time to show your hand.

The transfer season is open. Transfer today to the Trike appeal. The Glory is yours.

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Postby Dougie » 19 Jun 2013, 11:06

About $200 go.

Don't stop pedalling and don't celebrate early or it may all turn to poo

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HULqaarehBo

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Postby Colin Campbell » 19 Jun 2013, 16:40

Don't stop pedalling and don't celebrate early or it may all turn to poo

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HULqaarehBo
Classic. For whom the bell tolls ...

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Postby Camilla » 19 Jun 2013, 22:40

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Come on Dulwich Hill!

And no comments from you Trouty! NO COMMENTS!

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Postby Dougie » 20 Jun 2013, 09:09

Monkey image = unsettling
Camilla's artwork = unsettling

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Postby Dougie » 20 Jun 2013, 09:13

OK DHBC

We have a podium finish!

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Postby Dougie » 20 Jun 2013, 09:24

An unheard of bunch sprint took place to complete the mountaintop finish on the Col de Recumbent, the Queen Stage of the Tour de Dulwich Hill.

Counting the all the Pledges not yet received and the transfers received in the Bank to date, 44 Club Members have donated an amazing $3,195 to get Greg Pankhurst back on the road. This is truly wonderful. To all those whom have donated, thank you.

Now for specifications!
Zipp Carbon Clinchers?
Dura Ace 9070 Di2?
Twin overhead Fox Tails?

Standby for presentation details.
Cheers

Dougie

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Postby Eleri » 20 Jun 2013, 11:18

Excellent result everyone! Thanks

The bike is being ordered today and there's a red one in stock.

Dougie and I will work out a plan for the excess funds raised and what we do with them. Either return them or reapply to something else but probably the NRS team. But we'll consult before making a call.

I am really excited about this and very proud of the club.

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Postby Johnj » 20 Jun 2013, 12:17

Dougie and I will work out a plan for the excess funds raised and what we do with them.
Maybe a new jersey for Greg as part of the deal?

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Postby marc2131 » 20 Jun 2013, 12:23

... better helmet maybe?

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Postby humanbeing » 20 Jun 2013, 12:33

Sandals and socks

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Postby Razoir » 20 Jun 2013, 13:09

Doug finds...Monkey image = unsettling

...possibly the concept of a leashed furry....

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Postby scully » 20 Jun 2013, 13:10

fairing



not designed by Camilla

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Postby mikesbytes » 20 Jun 2013, 15:38

Coffee vouchers

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Postby Stuart » 20 Jun 2013, 18:00

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Come on Dulwich Hill! And no comments from you Trouty! NO COMMENTS!
OK - I'll say it then: That picture looks like a penis ...

and great work everybody .. DHBC really is a great club ...

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Postby mikesbytes » 20 Jun 2013, 20:07

I think Trouty has logged in using Stuart's account

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Postby GregPankhurst » 20 Jun 2013, 20:39

Stuart - I'd see a doctor about the state of your penis.

Guys, thank you all so much. I'm so touched by the generosity, and amazed it came together so quickly. Thanks so much Eleri, Doug and everyone else who had a hand in this. The beast is ordered in resplendent DHBC red and after a couple of shakedown runs along the Cooks river and the all clear from the docs I'll get myself on a few club riders. Hopefully Waterfall in time but Slowies as the first step.

Thanks again guys

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Postby Rajiv » 23 Jun 2013, 18:28

Nice work DHBC, and thanks to the Exec for the leading the way with this great initiative.

Rajiv


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