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FAswad

The bars do slope away too quickly now that I think about it. Does that mean i need to replace the bars? the other thing is, where the pads are meant to go on the handlebars is narrower than where the bars are meant tp go. thats a big problem as the pad clamps appear to have been also made for size ...

FAswad

I just cant get the Deda GCB aero bars installed on my handlebars without the bars and rest pads slipping around the handlebars. I have tried putting rubber strips between the handlebars and the clamps to no avail. I don't know if I am doing something wrong. I think I hate the Deda GCBs.

FAswad

I should have mentioned earlier that I have submitted our team registration yesterday evening by email to Brian Crawford.

Our team includes four members and one reserve. I put Simon as reserve for now.

FAswad

Cool. James and Simon, could you please pm me your details and I will enter the team.

FAswad

Cool. I might do one of two things. start with you at Mick's, or latch on at Sutherland at the Audley entrance to the RNP. Is that fine by you? Goat? Are you kidding? Couldn't even get close to you guys! And I need to practice descents a bit more. Will aim for 6am start at Mick's. Weather looked to ...

FAswad

Can I enter the team? I have $25 credit with NSW Cycling from a cancelled race that I would like to get rid of. If its ok with you guys let me know the details and I can do it. I think james is going to enter our team, but that is great news if you can ride it, as we were looking like being 1 short....

FAswad

I was told you climbed like a goat last Sunday. You have nothing to worry about. In any case, if you are keen on some weekend climbing, I'll be happy to join you. Will never pass up an opportunity to go through the park. In at Audley and out at Helensburgh is fine by me. Let me know the start time. ...

FAswad

I would tend to agree that via Helensburgh is the best because RNP would not be a good idea because what JamesC and JamesM said. Also, Bulli Pass, well... errrrr... maybe some other day. did the there and back thing last year ... riders wrong side of the road - not good! plan on doing same this year...

FAswad

sorry mike. i am an idiot.

I think we are talking different people, I'll check.

FAswad

no. He lives down south. Carringbah or Lilli Pillii think it is.

He lives out west somewhere, possibly Penrith?

FAswad

DEAL!

Just dawned on me. We can ride back from the Gong and be just in time to get a feed at Tempe velodrome. Maybe we can even sneak in for a ride on the track before the fixie folks arrive.

FAswad

I am going to be there at around 6 to make sure I leave with the first leavers. But I am quite sure that the earliest departure will be at 6:15am.

Forget about their start time. I'd say just show up early (6am). The later we leave, the more likely we'll get hit by the southerly.

FAswad

I have just received my MS Ride starte pack.

I have been assigned a time of 6:15 and will be riding as No. 11759.

FAswad

Bludge? we were flyin'!

You bludge, we bludge... You come, we die...

FAswad

I agree. Excellent turn out and great ride.

FAswad

DEAL!!

Yes, please...

FAswad

If you're referring to 4 Nov., I'll be riding back from the Gong. We can piddle back together at a leasurely pace.

I'll have to look into that as if I should go crazy and decide to ride back from the Gong, then I really need to know how to get back.

FAswad

This photo is definitely a classic. Michael, will I get fired if I print it out and post it on the whiteboard in your work area?

FAswad

I'll be using aero bars similar to he ones you just received. Might have to get Kieran to grab me a shorter stem once I figure out what stem length I'll be needing. Well, my bars have arrived, i just need to decide how much stress they're going to put on my bars, though alloy is probably safest. Whi...

FAswad

Only if I'm feeling super strong on the day. I have done this several times. But generally, I get on the princes highway at Helensburgh and enjoy the wind in my face on the fast return leg...

How do you return from Stanwell Tops? Do you still have to go through RNP?

FAswad

I beg to differ

Only because if I feel good on the day, I'll have the option of going all the way to stanwell tops.

I beg Waterfall in, Audley out.

FAswad

I have $25 credit with CyclingNSW from registration for a cancelled race. I'm happy top put that towards DH team registration. Let me know you intend to register so that I can use this credit.

FAswad · I'm in for the 6:00am start at Mick's.

I'm in for the 6:00am start at Mick's.

FAswad

FAswad

Apart from these obvious one, I was thinking. Aero helmet for example? I think our club has an abandance of strong riders suitable for a TT. James C? James M? Huw? anyone? there are definitely more whose names I can't remember Grant? Adrian? Also, are we thinking of fielding a DHBC Master team? Fast...

FAswad

My buddy Eddy said he might be able to lend me his aeorbars (he is a triathlete).

Is there any other equipment that we need to have for this?

FAswad

Hope you get well soon. No, i wasn't on the bike, it was a case of anger and frustration leading to stupid actions. Short version is my arm ended up going through a front windscreen. There are no broken bones but lots and lots of stiches and two partially severed tendons. But it looks like i will be...

FAswad

which Deda's did you get?

Well, my Deda's should be on their way shortly, $50 (shipped) on ebay. Probably still need a shorter stem to perfect the position, but i'll work that out when they arrive, and i might have to put some alloy bars on to handle the clamping.

FAswad

sorry to hear that. pretty crappy news. were you on the bike? Hope dr says youre fine. Guys Ime still really keen for this one but may have a little problem. I had an accident on saturday involving a car windscreen and damaged by hand pretty bad. I should be right but need to see the doctor on thurs...

FAswad

Sorry ignore previous post. Just realised youre talking about the windjammers

FAswad

I see what you mean. With these one also needs to swap the STIs with bar ends right? You can adjust the extension length and width, and the pads can be adjusted forwards or sideways without moving the base bars by using different mounting positions. You can adjust this setup to any sensible position...

FAswad

Best wishes to her!

FAswad

Maybe Lindsay could learn to ride his fixie on a tightrope

Well circus training is in the middle of DHBC heart land

http://www.artmedia.com.au/classes.htm

FAswad

My preference would be for aero bars where the aeor bars clip on to the handlebars and the rest pads clip on to the aero bars themselves and not to the handlebars. Is there anything like that? That would allow for adjustment of the rest pads and the aero bars in a back and forth manner without much ...

FAswad

DUDE, I am 91Kg. The rims are mine!

I'm afraid that 36h is just way too many spokes for you 3 lightweights, but Ideal for a middle weight such as myself.

FAswad

these rims are detrimental to your emotional wellbeing. They are causing you a considerable amount of mental anguish. You must get rid of them now. I'll do you a favour and pass by your place tonight and pick them up and rid you of them forever! Well, i've got a pair of 36h Mavic Gel280 rims (just o...

FAswad

In my mind, DHBC would be able to field two elite teams and one masters!

FAswad

I will need aerobars at the least. Also some help getting an aero setup on the bike. Regarding gear I can get most of the stuff available wholesale in aus, OVAL is not available but the other stuff should be okay to get. Pricey stuff may be cheaper to get through the foreign oem online shops though....

FAswad

The track itself is smoother and they have two tracks, Track two which is a shorter flatter loop and track 3 a longer loop with a short hill towards the end just before the sprint finish stretch. Also the racing is different. I tend think that Heffron is a bit faster and a bit more aggressive racing...

FAswad

Not enough entries.

To be honest with you, I was not looking forward to killing my Saturday morning doing 20 minutes of a 1.5Km park loop, when I can be doing an 70miler in the RNP. Now its gone. We need Road races in Sydney.

What happened? Lack of interest?

FAswad

Race cancelled.

Sorry mate tried to enter but didn't have my license number on me. Also found out i have work on so no luck for me anyway. Enjoy the racing!!!

FAswad

I'm free and fitter than ever.

FAswad

why did you forget about me Mike?

Good riding Geoff.

That makes Lindsay, Adrian, you and me in C grade.

We should arrange to turn up on the same day. I could pull the 3 of you clear of the pack, providing its not windy, as I suck in the wind. Then you could work together.

FAswad

Anyone interested in the Sutherland open? its a criterium race that takes place at Waratah Park. George has been on my case to register for it. Would be better if I had some DHBC company thats for sure. The race is Oct 6. Entries close Sept 23 (tomorrow). More info here. Registration online i think ...

FAswad

YES Weiyun!! i now have the stand and dishing tool, but have yet to use them. Would be happy to lend them to you if you want to have a crack at your wheel. So, have you got it yet? I just found a brake rubbing spot on the front wheel and isn't sure if it's a buckle from a pot hole or the wheel going...

FAswad

I probably should buy them too! I like Phil Ligget a lot, but I still prefer Geoff Martin! I just bought the tour de france series SBS has released on DVD about the Italians (Bartali, Copi, Gimondi & Pantani), the French (Anquetil & Hinault) and then one on Eddie Merkx & I've got to say ...

FAswad

Sure is a legend to me, but Pantani was not the only man to win the Giro and Tour in one Year. Six other riders had done this feat, some multiple times: Giro-Tour Doublers 1949 Fausto Coppi 1952 Fausto Coppi 1964 Jacques Anquetil 1970 Eddy Merckx 1972 Eddy Merckx 1974 Eddy Merckx 1982 Bernard Hinaul...

FAswad

From what I have read, Pareiro ain't no angel either

FAswad · what rides are on tomorrow 16/9/07? just checkin'

just checkin'

FAswad

I will be installing the new Ultegra crank when it arrives hopefully sometime this week. I am starting to wonder though, will I need a torque wrench for this? the technical document says different bolts require different torques but the range (0.7-1.5 - 35-50Nm) appears to be wider than most torque ...

FAswad

Every 2000 Kms approx. As I mentioned earlier, I am still on the same cassette so I guess its not a case of chain stretch wearing out the gears.

How often did you change the chain?

FAswad

I guess I thought the Ultegra Hollowtech II crank for $167 and an extra $35 for the external cups on PBK was a pretty good deal!

FAswad

I have already decided on a new Ultegra crank. I will also replace the cassette and the chain as well.

What crank do you have on your bike?

Yip, they are worn out.

I recently replaced my big ring, middle ring, chain and cluster all at the same time.

FAswad

Here are some photos of my FAS Gossamer crank. I guess the verdict would have to be that I have worn my chainring out. I have to say that the more I think about it, the more intrigued I am by the fact that it's possible for a cyclist to wear out chainrings before a cassette. I have have used the sam...

FAswad

Hi 80Km into my my mammoth (130Km) wet ride today, my chain started to slip at the chainring. I have had chain skip at the cassette, but at the chainring? It would only skip when I am in the middle and when I applied a resonable amount of force (e.g. starting from a standstill, or accelerating sudde...

FAswad

Got up at 7:00 with the intention of catching the Bulli Pass ride and looked out the window. I saw what seemed to be like a deluge. Anyone venture out on their bikes this morning?

FAswad

thats around 8 at sutherland. Thats a bit too late for me I guess.

FAswad

You have got to be kidding! George called me last night to check if I was riding this morning. I said not if was wet. He said its definitely going to be wet so we decided no ride. At 7:30 this morning he called me and said we must get a ride in "there's not a cloud in the sky" so we went o...

FAswad

what time would you be coming through Sutherland?

Probably Bulli Pass for me, though that depends on the weather. I've got a niggle in my throat and i don't want it to get worse.

FAswad

Keep us posted please. I'll latch on at Sutherland and do whatever you guys are doing from there on.

FAswad

I'd love to be on the team

FAswad

If you're happy to have company, I'll latch on at Sutherland at around 7 for a Bulli pass ride.

I'm thinking i'll leave at 6.30am and do Bulli Pass, can't be bothered enough with RNP. Not sure if anyone is doing RNP.

FAswad

15% off parts too?

FAswad

Does this all mean that the following rides are taking place this Sunday: Marrickville-Maq Pass-Cmpblltwn Start 6:30am The Eugene gang Marrickville RNP Ride Start 6:00am The RNPers Marrickville RNP Bulli Pass Start 6:00am T-Bone and his bunch Marrickville-Waterfall Start 6:30am The DH sprint machine...

FAswad

most look down on me for this sort of view, but I say,

TRIPLE IS THE WAY TO GO

FAswad

Sounds interesting!!
Whats the distance approx?
what time can one expect to be back approx?

FAswad

I don't know much about the Cell frames. Who makes them anyways? My view is that you will not notice a difference between the 105 brake calipers and the (most probably) Tektro calipers. The biggest issue there is the brake pads. Swap the brake pads for an extra $10. I have an FSA Gossamer Triple cra...

FAswad

Just make sure that WH-5600 is not the Shimano wheel that everyone complains about for broken spokes. If I was in the market for strong wheels, I would most likely go custom built. Strong rim (Mavic OP, Rigida DPX, Velocity Aerohead etc), some good spokes (DT Comp?) and a hub (105 would do it for me...

FAswad

whats the story with these? any idea James?

http://www.leaderbikestore.com/pd_796r.cfm#

FAswad

I guess the question I intended to ask was ..."a $2000 carbon fibre FRAME as opposed to $2000 FRAME made from some other material"

But I get the drift. There is weight saving to be had with a carbon frame but at a cost.

FAswad

Weiyun wrote: I assume that's based on visual preference, right? I can't see how classical geometry can differ with compact geometry at a performance level, one that's of any significance. Yes, entirely visual preference. Simon Llewellyn wrote: & if the angles aren't compact people tend to make...

FAswad

You have to like the look of what you ride. For me, compact geometry does not quite do it. I dig classic geometry. I might be some old fashioned curmudgeon, but thats just me. Theres very little difference between compact and standard geometry nowadays. Wouldn't get hung up on that. It really boils ...

FAswad

James A while back I had a discussion with James F about wheel building equipment. James mentioned the Minoura Workman Pro as a value for money wheel building stand. I also found out then that this is the stand that our master wheel builder Sir Lindsay Wheelbuilder Munks owns. I am about to shell ou...

FAswad

Not a big fan of compact geometry myself so, all other things being equal, i'd go Canyon. That said, all else is not equal.

Just out of curiosity, What other frames have you considered before you narrowed down to those three?

FAswad

Great minds think alike!!

FAswad

Hi

Have we decided the direction for this ride?

and is there anyone going further than Waterfall on Sunday? James F? any ideas? any other adventurers out there?

FAswad

Will support the RNP ride whenver it takes place.

FAswad

great.

what time do you expect to be passing through sutherland? I'll meet you on Princes Highway right in front of the Audley RNP entrance.

Will go all the way to Bulli.

FAswad · RNP day - 4 August 2007 ?? Is the RNP ride on this Sunday?

Is the RNP ride on this Sunday?

FAswad

I've always wondered about cyclocross. Is a regular road bike frame suitable for cyclocross conversion?

FAswad

http://www.smh.com.au/news/tourdefrance ... 46584.html

http://www.cyclingnews.com/road/2007/to ... /jul25news

FAswad

Great stage. Great to see Mayo doing well. Valverde is looking solid, and Cadel Evans is still in there. I'm not sure about Astana's tactics though. Getting Kloden out of contention to save Vino a few seconds. That was a bit silly. Must also say Rogers crash was very dissapointing. Great chance ever...

FAswad

I think we should have a mini league on velogames.com

there seems to be a few BHBC players.

FAswad

I am gonna have to go: 1- Andreas Kloden Carlos Sastre Leipheimer Cadel Evans Alexander Vinokourov Alejandro Valverde Why Kloden? I would argue that this time, there is a big chance that Kloden will not lose big time in the mountains like he did in 2006 when he stayed behind with the Peloton as deci...

FAswad

anyone turning up? or is everyone going to be recovering from the prologue late nighter ?

FAswad

It is recommended that people on parental leave build a bike. http://s196.photobucket.com/albums/aa310/fouadaswad/ I am still debating with myself whether to use the ergo shifters (Campag Chorus 8speeds) or make it a retro style with downtube friction shifters (with Campag Record Shifters) I have al...

FAswad

When is payment time, and how?

FAswad

Hi all Here are the photos of an Olmo Scatto steel frame, which I put through a paint job. http://s196.photobucket.com/albums/aa310/fouadaswad/ I bought it a complete bike with an 8-speed campanolo Chorus drivetrain. I intend this bike as a trainer bike. What I'd like to get your opinion on is wheth...

FAswad

Indeed. Hence the trainer, easy access to training whenever i have a spare hour. I have never heard of the Elite. As for the TACX, my understanding is that they make outstanding trainers. However, I think that they only make magnetic trainers. The TACX trainers, I am told, are fine machines (quiet, ...

FAswad

For this particular trainer, the US dealer will charge me USD275 shipping, which makes it more expensive than buying locally. Mail order for the KK is not an option. Yep, parenthood has certain effects on your leisure activities. :cry: Or you'll just have to wait until they are old enough to ride wi...

FAswad

Hi all Straight to the point. I now have no doubt whatsoever that I no longer have a life of my own, so I will need a trainer to sneak in some training. I would like a Kurt Kinetic Road Machine, but I am frustrated that, while all over the world this trainer is selling for around $330 (AUD390 - AUD4...

FAswad

boy. i dont think we can attach photos to threads on forum.

Edit: name is Noah, born 7.06.07, weighing 3.26kg, measuring 51cm.

FAswad

Does becoming a dad two days prior qualify one for an exclusion from this BOP?

Guys, you are just all fairweather riders I'm afraid. Although James F and C you are exlcuded from this bunch of pussies, due to your injury status.

FAswad

Hey all I have just been informed that there has been an accident at the sprint section in Sutherland this morning. The person who crashed is Eddy, one of the riders I brought a while back on one of our Sunday ride. What I have been able to collect from a brief conversation with his brother, George,...

FAswad

Hey all I have just been informed that there has been an accident at the sprint section in Sutherland this morning. The person who crashed is Eddy, one of the riders I brought a while back on one of our Sunday ride. What I have been able to collect from a brief conversation with his brother, George,...

FAswad

Triple: standard gearing with extra lower gears for those who need it (like me)

Compact: a compromise

Thats what it essentially is...

FAswad

What will it look like?

My call is

1-Simoni
2-Schleck
3-Mazzoleni

4-Di Luca
5- Garzelli

FAswad

fair enough. Not that I, a clydesdale at 92kg, will ever be anything close to a climber. I only intended this suggestion as a way for us to keep riding, and keep riding the safest route possible... But if it ain't gonna work, it ain't gonna work. (About losing horsepower frm climbing, now thats the ...

FAswad

When I said it'll scare off new riders is not meant to be a negative nor is the time the issue. For new riders, I don't think they would be fit enough to handle all the RNP climbs. I know that it took me a few months of riding to get used to Waterfall alone and it would have been suicide to jump fo...

FAswad

No, the final sprint is not a major problem if you don't participate. James M and I didn't participate in the final sprint on Sunday because it was not suitable. When it is suitable I will participate. What I'm saying is use common sense.[/quote] In some occasions, by the time you have realised the ...

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Sutherland Open

what rides are on tomorrow 16/9/07?

Do I need a torque wrench?

Photos of my crank

ARGH!! Is my chairing gone?

Wheel building equipment

RNP day - 4 August 2007 ??

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Is Sunday Ride on tomorrow?

Parental Leave

My Olmo Bike: advice please

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Crash at Sutherland.

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