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by marc2131
16 Aug 2013, 08:40
Forum: Vintage Bicycles
Topic: Vintage Carbon Fibre!
Replies: 1
Views: 2411

Vintage Carbon Fibre!

This bike was restored by a young guy in Sydney. A Giant Cadex 980 from c. 1990. Note the lugged carbon fibre tubes. The before shot: http://i909.photobucket.com/albums/ac292/marc2193/IMG_0105_zpsa9504e5a.jpg The CF tubing was re-lacquered and the lugs polished. I think it comes up quite nicely. The...
by marc2131
16 Aug 2013, 08:27
Forum: Road
Topic: Anyone doing the KURRAJONG CLASSIC?
Replies: 75
Views: 17444

Re: Anyone doing the KURRAJONG CLASSIC?

Impressive effort, guys.
by marc2131
08 Aug 2013, 18:49
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Cycling Central Sunday 11th August
Replies: 40
Views: 10869

Re: Cycling Central Sunday 11th August

:shock: $80K!
Get it appraised at your local Op Shop, probably worth closer to $800.
by marc2131
08 Aug 2013, 09:43
Forum: Vintage Bicycles
Topic: What to wear
Replies: 0
Views: 1238

What to wear

With the DHBC Valley Wheelers spearheading orders for retro wool styled cycling jerseys, I thought it would be nice to get an old riders' observations of what was worn in years gone by. http://davesbikeblog.squarespace.com/blog/2008/4/25/what-to-wear.html This piece is by Dave Moulton, a UK based bl...
by marc2131
04 Aug 2013, 05:56
Forum: Road
Topic: Adventure Ride - Easter Fri 3rd April 2015 West Head 5:45am
Replies: 464
Views: 123291

Re: Adventure Ride - Bundeena Ferry - 6am Sunday 28th July

Any updates on the condition of the lads?
Anyone know if Jason is out of hospital?
by marc2131
01 Aug 2013, 08:58
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Training chit chats thread... Revelations, plans, logs etc
Replies: 643
Views: 184628

Re: Training chit chats thread... Revelations, plans, logs e

Got a questions about endurance training vs intensity type training. Being the ignoramus that I am, I only discovered the 3 muscles types in the last couple of weeks. Been commuting for a decade now and have always pushed myself well above 70-85% exertion, hence I now deduce been largely training my...
by marc2131
30 Jul 2013, 07:52
Forum: Road
Topic: Adventure Ride - Easter Fri 3rd April 2015 West Head 5:45am
Replies: 464
Views: 123291

Re: Adventure Ride - Bundeena Ferry - 6am Sunday 28th July

Any updates on the condition of the lads?
Any news about Jason and Nick?
by marc2131
28 Jul 2013, 20:55
Forum: Road
Topic: Adventure Ride - Easter Fri 3rd April 2015 West Head 5:45am
Replies: 464
Views: 123291

Re: Adventure Ride - Bundeena Ferry - 6am Sunday 28th July

Sorry to hear about the crash.
Get well soon Jason and Nick.
(edit) ... and Stuart too.
by marc2131
26 Jul 2013, 19:55
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289229

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

Marc just rode past Market City
Cool.
Didn't see u Mike
by marc2131
25 Jul 2013, 11:13
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289229

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

Not sure but I think I spotted Charles P riding down Church St, Canterbury at about 5.45pm in semi light.
by marc2131
23 Jul 2013, 15:08
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289229

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

Mike C spotted with his 'Spin Instructor/Torturer of high school girls' hat at a Five Dock gym.
With my daughter, Helena from year 8. Mike takes on a class from Burwood Girls High School on a weekly basis.


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by marc2131
21 Jul 2013, 13:52
Forum: Road
Topic: NSW Clubs Team Time Trial July 20th
Replies: 122
Views: 31109

Re: NSW Clubs Team Time Trial July 20th

A wonderful time was had by all. Conditions were generally good. Sun was out but strong north-westerly winds dampened our spirits and times by a couple of minutes. Photos and comments to follow. The full results can be viewed at: http://www.nsw.cycling.org.au/default.asp?Page=50789 MMAS All Ages Cha...
by marc2131
18 Jul 2013, 10:45
Forum: Track
Topic: A roof over tempe track
Replies: 36
Views: 13379

Re: A roof over tempe track

a word of warning, Never use the word safety when communicating with council.
Agreed.
Some council officers can be over zealous. Worse scenario envisaged resultant of this.
by marc2131
18 Jul 2013, 10:24
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289229

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

Spotted Alistair Simington of the Valley Wheelers TTT team sneaking in a few more kms in Denison Rd this morning
Bet u he didnt get his bike dirty :wink: (inside joke).
by marc2131
18 Jul 2013, 10:23
Forum: Road
Topic: NSW Clubs Team Time Trial July 20th
Replies: 122
Views: 31109

Re: NSW Clubs Team Time Trial July 20th

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! Weather looks quite clear for Saturday. Unfortunately there will be 20-30kmph winds coming from the west in the ...
by marc2131
17 Jul 2013, 10:47
Forum: Road
Topic: NSW Clubs Team Time Trial July 20th
Replies: 122
Views: 31109

Re: NSW Clubs Team Time Trial July 20th

and are keen to see what the dawdlers come up with next. Moustaches again or Wigs ?
With age taking its toll on us men, they'll probably be an emphasis on wigs.
by marc2131
17 Jul 2013, 10:20
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289229

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

LOL, the girl that was super fast must of be your daughter
Helena said she and her friend could barely walk after the hour long session. I'll let her know you thought she was fast - she'll like that.
by marc2131
16 Jul 2013, 17:53
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289229

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

Mike C at a Five Dock gym giving a spin class for a large group of students from Burwood girls High School. My daughter said after the class he rode off on an "old bicycle like you dad". DHBC through and through. A quick check of my FB friends confirmed my suspicions.
by marc2131
16 Jul 2013, 10:07
Forum: Road
Topic: NSW Clubs Team Time Trial July 20th
Replies: 122
Views: 31109

Re: NSW Clubs Team Time Trial July 20th

Good luck to all the teams. WMAS Championship 12:20:00 DHBC WM-6 ATAHAN, Pia Dulwich Hill BC 12:20:00 DHBC WM-6 MORGAN-THOMAS, Eleri Dulwich Hill BC 12:20:00 DHBC WM-6 SKINNER, Joanna Dulwich Hill BC 12:20:00 DHBC WM-6 TROUTMAN, Joanne Dulwich Hill BC MMAS 150+ Championship 13:18:00 DHBC M+17 MUNKS,...
by marc2131
14 Jul 2013, 16:12
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289229

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

Gi, driving his Subaru and me dawdling back from Tempe, back to the MRC.
by marc2131
12 Jul 2013, 19:59
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Nerdy by so so cool
Replies: 3
Views: 1188

Re: Nerdy by so so cool

Wow, that is totally inspirational.
.... But then I am a nerd.
by marc2131
08 Jul 2013, 15:21
Forum: Club Kit Orders
Topic: New DHBC Track Jackets
Replies: 14
Views: 7819

Re: New DHBC Track Jackets

To be on the safe side, I might visit the velodrome to have a fitting first. However in the meantime believe M will fit. Sizes 6 - Eleri, 8 - Michele M 10 - Francis Teo, Jo Skinner, 12 - 14 - Christian, Andrew B, XS - Zanzi, Toff, Tim L, Dana, S - Adrian E, Rhys, Kylie, Lindsay, Peter T M - Peter Te...
by marc2131
08 Jul 2013, 06:09
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Publicity for DHBC
Replies: 1
Views: 928

Re: Publicity for DHBC

I like the story. Good one Blake.
by marc2131
05 Jul 2013, 19:10
Forum: Road
Topic: NSW Clubs Team Time Trial July 20th
Replies: 122
Views: 31109

Re: NSW Clubs Team Time Trial July 20th

Despite their bumbling ways, some people seem to like us.
They've used our 2012 pic in todays 'Spoke N Word 405' report on the NSW Club Team Time Trial Championship.

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by marc2131
05 Jul 2013, 12:33
Forum: Road
Topic: NSW Clubs Team Time Trial July 20th
Replies: 122
Views: 31109

Re: NSW Clubs Team Time Trial July 20th

Cycling Australia and Cycling NSW

Making it up as they go along ...... :roll:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bMA2WSBMnvc
by marc2131
05 Jul 2013, 11:32
Forum: Road
Topic: NSW Clubs Team Time Trial July 20th
Replies: 122
Views: 31109

Re: NSW Clubs Team Time Trial July 20th

I just got a call from Dean Coxall from CNSW. He said CNSW are implementing changes made by Cycling Australia. Something to do with insurance requirements. Said there was no alternative but to upgrade if you want to participate. The Sassafras TT alternative sounds like a cop out. Called Cycling Aust...
by marc2131
05 Jul 2013, 10:38
Forum: Road
Topic: We want you - Ride Leaders
Replies: 3
Views: 1574

Re: We want you - Ride Leaders

EOI sent already.
by marc2131
05 Jul 2013, 07:38
Forum: Road
Topic: NSW Clubs Team Time Trial July 20th
Replies: 122
Views: 31109

Re: NSW Clubs Team Time Trial July 20th

This is so stupid. Cycling NSW can't retrospectively deregister people who have registered, paid and received written confirmations of our registrations. These people were provided CNSW license numbers. Their own website stated Silver licenses were okay for the NSW Team Time Trials. If they push thi...
by marc2131
05 Jul 2013, 07:23
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Tour De France Nights at Marrickville Road Cafe
Replies: 19
Views: 6886

Re: Tour De France Nights at Marrickville Road Cafe

Lots of people will be away on the 20th July - NSW Team Time Trials at Nowra.
by marc2131
03 Jul 2013, 10:18
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289229

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

Michelle without Peter T this morning at CP.
by marc2131
02 Jul 2013, 09:07
Forum: Vintage Bicycles
Topic: Story of Barry
Replies: 1
Views: 1364

Story of Barry

Found this wonderful account of Barry, a University of NSW student from the early 1990s. It is one of those stories showing how the ethic of cycling and not the equipment, is important. Got this story off the Steve Hogg Bike Fitting website (30 March 2013): http://www.stevehoggbikefitting.com/misc/2...
by marc2131
01 Jul 2013, 09:33
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Here comes the Sun!!
Replies: 8
Views: 2107

Re: Here comes the Sun!!

Grumpy old man all weekend.
Frown lifting. Kids smiling. Dad happy again.
by marc2131
28 Jun 2013, 11:43
Forum: Road
Topic: Friday morning LaPa ride
Replies: 9
Views: 2599

Re: Friday morning LaPa ride

I'm getting all the rain your missing. And loving it!
If you do 'it' too much, you'll grow gills Peter.
by marc2131
28 Jun 2013, 10:59
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Here comes the Sun!!
Replies: 8
Views: 2107

Re: Here comes the Sun!!

BOM just predicted the wet weather is going to destroy this weekend too. :(
by marc2131
28 Jun 2013, 09:48
Forum: Road
Topic: Tour de France fantasy league
Replies: 16
Views: 5175

Re: Tour de France fantasy league

For all the TdF dags

http://youtu.be/hgKfNFBUyK0
by marc2131
27 Jun 2013, 14:29
Forum: Road
Topic: Masters Team for the Club TTT -- 20 July
Replies: 25
Views: 7218

Re: Masters Team for the Club TTT -- 20 July

Marc

you must email Dean Coxall at cycling nsw with your full team names. he will acknowledge this back to you. I did it on Monday or Tuesday night.
his details are on the Cycling NSW website online entry tab
Email sent to Mr Coxal. Thanks Doug.
by marc2131
27 Jun 2013, 07:51
Forum: Road
Topic: Masters Team for the Club TTT -- 20 July
Replies: 25
Views: 7218

Re: Masters Team for the Club TTT -- 20 July

I've initially registered and paid the $100 fee. However, at the moment, only my name is on the CNSW/NSW TTT website.
Do I have to register the other 3 team members and if so how and by when?
by marc2131
26 Jun 2013, 13:21
Forum: Road
Topic: Masters Team for the Club TTT -- 20 July
Replies: 25
Views: 7218

Re: Masters Team for the Club TTT -- 20 July

Isn't that unruly???.... we might need a trademark item of clothing to differentiate ourselves from the... what are they called again?
Clip-on moustaches have been taken.
by marc2131
26 Jun 2013, 11:04
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Here comes the Sun!!
Replies: 8
Views: 2107

Here comes the Sun!!

Look out the window.
Happy :D
by marc2131
25 Jun 2013, 13:41
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Nonbikerelated talking thread. (nsfw)
Replies: 1655
Views: 354852

Re: Nonbikerelated talking thread. (nsfw)

At least he is not pinching some good-looking person's bottom
by marc2131
24 Jun 2013, 10:09
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289229

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

Adrian E heading down Alice St, Newtown whilst I headed up this morning.
Have a great ride,
Peter
.... in torrential rain.
by marc2131
21 Jun 2013, 10:16
Forum: Road
Topic: Winter Solstice Ride Friday 21st June
Replies: 73
Views: 17202

Re: Winter Solstice Ride Friday 21st June

But who'd be willing to volunteer to be the sweeper :(
I use to use the buddy system as a 19yo when I was doing my National Service in Singapore. Never lost a person on those perilous journeys thru jungle tracks, river crossings, midnight reccees.
by marc2131
21 Jun 2013, 09:53
Forum: Road
Topic: Winter Solstice Ride Friday 21st June
Replies: 73
Views: 17202

Re: Winter Solstice Ride Friday 21st June

It was a good ride. A bit too wet for my liking especially on the steep descent. :oops: NOTE TO BRAIN - I DONT LIKE STEEP, WINDING DESCENTS. :oops: Yes the group was quite strung out, and there was the nagging question of leaving someone behind. May I suggest the following: if the group is large, we...
by marc2131
20 Jun 2013, 08:14
Forum: Conversation
Topic: DHBC in Italy
Replies: 3
Views: 1383

Re: DHBC in Italy

Very nice.
Stelvio, Dolomite, Tuscany - can only relate this to bicycle names, not places.
Would be the equivalent of local NSW-made bikes being called the Mudgee, the Nowra or the B2B. Doesn't have the same ring to it.
Beautiful photos and must have been a great experience.
by marc2131
19 Jun 2013, 12:37
Forum: Road
Topic: Winter Solstice Ride Friday 21st June
Replies: 73
Views: 17202

Re: Winter Solstice Ride Friday 21st June

Believe the BOM is predicting rain for the rest of the week. Hope this ride doesn't get washed out.
Missed my 'secret' men's training at CP this morning due to the rain. :(
by marc2131
17 Jun 2013, 15:26
Forum: Road
Topic: Winter Solstice Ride Friday 21st June
Replies: 73
Views: 17202

Re: Winter Solstice Ride Friday 21st June

I'm back on again!
by marc2131
17 Jun 2013, 15:26
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Using compressor and paint gun - respraying frame
Replies: 3
Views: 3263

Re: Using compressor and paint gun - respraying frame

Thanks Peter. Hope you're elbow is recuperating well. Christian, always intended to use acrylic. Old bikes would have only been painted in acrylic anyway. Not keen on the super shiny, plastic look of 2 pac. Yes I was wondering about the spray gun. I have a full sized one, which even to my novice eye...
by marc2131
16 Jun 2013, 07:58
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Rapha Rising
Replies: 4
Views: 1698

Re: Rapha Rising

It appears as though my Garmin is confused and I climbed 10,000m at Slowies this morning. You could just borrow it?
According to Strava I did 95kmph along Sydney Steel Rd, next to The Supre outlet!
by marc2131
15 Jun 2013, 15:03
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Using compressor and paint gun - respraying frame
Replies: 3
Views: 3263

Using compressor and paint gun - respraying frame

Been collecting all the tools but don't have the common sense to use them properly. One thing I acquired many years back was an air compressor and spray gun set up. Never used it. Anyway I have a steel bike project which is in dire need of a respray. Believe I can do the prep competently enough but ...
by marc2131
13 Jun 2013, 12:22
Forum: Road
Topic: Winter Solstice Ride Friday 21st June
Replies: 73
Views: 17202

Re: Winter Solstice Ride Friday 21st June

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! :wink:
by marc2131
13 Jun 2013, 07:59
Forum: Road
Topic: Winter Solstice Ride Friday 21st June
Replies: 73
Views: 17202

Re: Winter Solstice Ride Friday 21st June

Hi Jo. Hate to say this, as I've been looking forward to this ride, but have to withdraw as I have an important meeting that arvo and have to 'dress' up. Not keen to ride with a bag on my back. Kind of DHBC related i.e. first face to face negotiations with the 'other party' re. that incident at CP e...
by marc2131
12 Jun 2013, 11:30
Forum: Road
Topic: Winter Solstice Ride Friday 21st June
Replies: 73
Views: 17202

Re: Winter Solstice Ride Friday 21st June

What time do we get back into the CBD? I need to be at work by 8 or 8.30 latest.
by marc2131
11 Jun 2013, 22:28
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Melody Wheels: Wheel building Bus.
Replies: 7
Views: 3034

Re: Melody Wheels: Wheel building Bus.

Good luck Adrian, on ur new venture.
by marc2131
11 Jun 2013, 15:32
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Nonbikerelated talking thread. (nsfw)
Replies: 1655
Views: 354852

Re: Nonbikerelated talking thread. (nsfw)

Milk advert http://youtu.be/GFBHCoLn084 The guy in the advert looks and acts like a weirdo I encountered at CP last Wednesday morning. Peter B, Alister and I were doing fast paceline practice and this guy kept waiting for us after the Randwick gates and raced us up the slight ascent to the Robertso...
by marc2131
08 Jun 2013, 12:22
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Bike Build - Ride Magazine Office
Replies: 5
Views: 2198

Re: Bike Build - Ride Magazine Office

Doug, I am confused ..... So is this ur new bike, or we're u just there to witness the assembly?
by marc2131
07 Jun 2013, 13:49
Forum: Road
Topic: Favourite cycling songs
Replies: 22
Views: 5100

Re: Favourite cycling songs

1. I got a Feeling - black eyed peas - Trouty 2. Titanium - Sia and David Guetta 3. Bad Influence - P!nk 4. Life During War Time - Talking Heads (I know I'm showing my age, I resisted Dylan) 5. Stone Free - Jimi Hendrix 6. Fools Gold - Stone Roses 7. Champion - Grinspoon 8. Nevermind - Nirvana 9. Pu...
by marc2131
06 Jun 2013, 13:18
Forum: Road
Topic: Winter Solstice Ride Friday 21st June
Replies: 73
Views: 17202

Re: Winter Solstice Ride Friday 21st June

Sounds cool? I think the word is freezing ....

Who is in?
1. Jothebuilder
2. Peter Bownes
3. Marc R (marc2131)
by marc2131
05 Jun 2013, 09:36
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289229

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

Must be our faster, more hard working twins.
Peter B, Alister and I were having an unhealthy very fried breakfast while watching the ducks and discussing the pros of downtube shifters and clipped pedals.
by marc2131
03 Jun 2013, 09:06
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Cycology t-shirts - discount code for DHBC members
Replies: 24
Views: 6782

Re: Cycology t-shirts - discount code for DHBC members

Is this idea still alive?
by marc2131
31 May 2013, 19:43
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289229

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

Geoff M on Better Homes and Gardens, now on Channel 7 (7.40pm).
by marc2131
30 May 2013, 06:23
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289229

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

As per Lizanne's Facebook entry "SOPTTED"; Andrew B has since unravelled the confusion.
He claims this is not a corrupted version of 'spotted' but an abbreviation of 'Seen: Older Persons Time Trialling". :D
by marc2131
29 May 2013, 11:09
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Historic Club Member Query
Replies: 3
Views: 1085

Re: Historic Club Member Query

Unless someone else has a better suggestion, suggest you get in touch with Mr Al Sumner of New Canterbury Rd, Hurlstone Park. I believe Al is in his mid 70s, although several years younger may know your uncle or know of others who would. Not sure who'd have photos. There is an official history of DH...
by marc2131
28 May 2013, 18:17
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Commute from Haberfield to Sydney Uni
Replies: 3
Views: 1977

Re: Commute from Haberfield to Sydney Uni

Thanks guys. Will pass it on.
by marc2131
28 May 2013, 14:39
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Interview with Eileen Sheriden
Replies: 2
Views: 956

Re: Interview with Eileen Sheriden

Just had a listen to the interview :)

What a lovely person she is. She sounds like a barrel of laughs and 89 years to boot!
Some of her cycling endurance records stood right up to 2002!
by marc2131
28 May 2013, 12:50
Forum: Road
Topic: Favourite cycling songs
Replies: 22
Views: 5100

Re: Favourite cycling songs

I can relate to Colin. Added an oldie from 1968. 1. I got a Feeling - black eyed peas - Trouty 2. Titanium - Sia and David Guetta 3. Bad Influence - P!nk 4. Life During War Time - Talking Heads (I know I'm showing my age, I resisted Dylan) 5. Stone Free - Jimi Hendrix 6. Fools Gold - Stone Roses 7. ...
by marc2131
28 May 2013, 12:44
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Cateye muscle in on Garmin territory
Replies: 21
Views: 6294

Re: Cateye muscle in on Garmin territory

Wiggle, could you help please? Garmin ANT Plus Adapter for iPhone http://www.wigglestatic.com/images/garmin-iphone-adapter-med.jpg?w=350&h=350&a=7 Why, thank you. :shock: Does this mean the Garmin base unit is redundant? Just get that Garmin dongle and your smartphone functions in exactly t...
by marc2131
28 May 2013, 08:17
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Ride to Work day info
Replies: 1
Views: 1044

Ride to Work day info

Hi
Been with Ride to Work day for years now.
Anyone who isn't on this yet, may I suggest getting on. Waste not to log your effort to the cause.

http://www.bicyclenetwork.com.au/general/ride2work/
by marc2131
28 May 2013, 08:15
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Cateye muscle in on Garmin territory
Replies: 21
Views: 6294

Re: Cateye muscle in on Garmin territory

Always been keen to get a Garmin. This makes it more accessible.
One question; I always thought GPS-only data is not as good as when you have sensors hardwired into the system such as how Garmins are set up at the moment.
Constantly hear about irregularities on GPS reliant iPhone Strava readings.
by marc2131
23 May 2013, 15:34
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Basic Bike maintenance course, Sydney Park
Replies: 6
Views: 2409

Re: Basic Bike maintenance course, Sydney Park

Just got word that a new 'Bike Shed' has been launched at the All Saints Anglican Church (325 Stanmore Rd, Petersham). They meet up at 11am on Thursday for a free tune up, coffee and muffin. Rather inconvenient time but hopefully this will grow and so will it's opening times. They also plan to do we...
by marc2131
23 May 2013, 08:30
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Commute from Haberfield to Sydney Uni
Replies: 3
Views: 1977

Commute from Haberfield to Sydney Uni

Writing this on behalf of a friend who's son recently had a minor mishap on Parramatta Rd, Camperdown. Am now looking for a safe yet fast commute from Haberfield (via Leichhardt?) to Sydney Uni's Law faculty. At the moment only found 1 route on bikely.com- http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Ashfie...
by marc2131
23 May 2013, 08:25
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Watching the Tour at Marrickville Road Cafe
Replies: 24
Views: 7422

Re: Watching the Tour at Marrickville Road Cafe

Ohh I'll try to make it to this, depends on my rock climbing during the day.

What gear would you be in to do this competently? :wink:
by marc2131
21 May 2013, 07:49
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289229

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

Spotted a DHBC person at the corner of Marion St and Tebbutt St, Leichhardt this morning at about 6.45am. He had sunglasses and could not recognise him. He was coming from the Haberfield side of Marion.
by marc2131
21 May 2013, 05:45
Forum: Road
Topic: DHBC Racing the NRS
Replies: 57
Views: 26769

Re: DHBC Racing the NRS

Great read this. The more I hear and read of our NRS team the more I believe they should be supported by the rest of the club. To hell with us oldies, with visions of grandueur in grades D, C etc. Initatives like this polish our young members who have the youth and opportunity to be the next, may I ...
by marc2131
20 May 2013, 12:14
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Basic Bike maintenance course, Sydney Park
Replies: 6
Views: 2409

Re: Basic Bike maintenance course, Sydney Park

Lindsay was saying he was going to organise one at the velodrome.
by marc2131
20 May 2013, 11:33
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Basic Bike maintenance course, Sydney Park
Replies: 6
Views: 2409

Basic Bike maintenance course, Sydney Park

For anyone who is interested in attending a free basic bicycle maintenance course organised by Sydney City Council.

http://www.meetup.com/cycle-sydney/even ... &_af=event
by marc2131
20 May 2013, 07:31
Forum: Road
Topic: DHBC Racing the NRS
Replies: 57
Views: 26769

Re: DHBC Racing the NRS

Great result guys.
Glad to hear to a good start to a fantastic future.
by marc2131
19 May 2013, 15:25
Forum: Vintage Bicycles
Topic: Vintage Jersey orders ***JERSEYS are in!***
Replies: 101
Views: 32017

Re: Vintage Jersey orders ***orders close Friday the 17th***

Yes the extra time is greatly appreciated.
by marc2131
16 May 2013, 07:19
Forum: Vintage Bicycles
Topic: Vintage Jersey orders ***JERSEYS are in!***
Replies: 101
Views: 32017

Re: Vintage Jersey orders ***orders close Friday the 17th***

PM sent.

P.s. why is there a 10 character rule?
by marc2131
15 May 2013, 09:20
Forum: Vintage Bicycles
Topic: White Dirt Road ride in Bowral/Picton area 25/26 May
Replies: 31
Views: 11973

Re: White Dirt Road ride in Bowral/Picton area 25/26 May

Sorry guys, committed to Waterfall/TT training on Sunday.
Have a great time and take lots of photos.
by marc2131
14 May 2013, 21:49
Forum: Vintage Bicycles
Topic: White Dirt Road ride in Bowral/Picton area 25/26 May
Replies: 31
Views: 11973

Re: White Dirt Road ride in Bowral/Picton area 25/26 May

Sorry guys, I'm out.
Don't think my road tyres can take gravelly roads.
by marc2131
12 May 2013, 17:27
Forum: Road
Topic: Ride to Waterfall this Saturday at 6am
Replies: 17
Views: 4159

Re: Ride to Waterfall this Saturday at 6am

The 3 of us got it wrong :(
by marc2131
12 May 2013, 16:41
Forum: Vintage Bicycles
Topic: Vintage Jersey orders ***JERSEYS are in!***
Replies: 101
Views: 32017

Re: Vintage Jersey orders

DHBC World Stripe Vintage ($72.10) small- Lizanne, Svetlana medium- Anthony I, James R, Rajiv Ramanathan, andrewb, Ray Patton large-Peter Bownes, Adrian L, Peter T, Marc R, Carol R x-large-Stuart, xx-large-Ted DHBC original Logo ($70) small- Lizanne, Camilla, JoTheBuilder, Marian, andrewm, Pia, Svet...
by marc2131
12 May 2013, 16:37
Forum: Road
Topic: Ride to Waterfall this Saturday at 6am
Replies: 17
Views: 4159

Re: Ride to Waterfall this Saturday at 6am

Only 3 turned up at 6am.
Had to wait till 6.30 :(
by marc2131
09 May 2013, 12:16
Forum: Vintage Bicycles
Topic: White Dirt Road ride in Bowral/Picton area 25/26 May
Replies: 31
Views: 11973

Re: White Dirt Road ride in Bowral/Picton area 25/26 May

Great article, lovely read.

Re. our travel arrangements. Reaching Bowral at 10am is rather late. Lizanne, would you and Maddy mind waiting that long?
by marc2131
09 May 2013, 07:29
Forum: Vintage Bicycles
Topic: White Dirt Road ride in Bowral/Picton area 25/26 May
Replies: 31
Views: 11973

Re: White Dirt Road ride in Bowral/Picton area 25/26 May

I am confident they won't be as bad as the Lady Carrington Rd track. If it is, there are several escape routes home. I believe Lizanne has detailed maps.
by marc2131
08 May 2013, 13:31
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289229

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

You missed Alister and John too.
We must have been sooooo fast!! ;)
by marc2131
07 May 2013, 08:53
Forum: Vintage Bicycles
Topic: White Dirt Road ride in Bowral/Picton area 25/26 May
Replies: 31
Views: 11973

White Dirt Road ride in Bowral/Picton area 25/26 May

Hi all The DHBC ‘Valley Wheelers’ are going to hold a ‘bianchi strada’ (white road) ride on Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th May. This is part of a reconnaissance for an larger ride the ‘Valley Wheelers’ plan to hold next year. We will be purposely looking for and testing rideable dirt roads in the Bow...
by marc2131
07 May 2013, 07:38
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Free Stuff
Replies: 310
Views: 259806

Re: Free Stuff

Size 48 :shock:
You two should take up swimming
Swimming, but not much like cycling.
Besides take me forever to get to Waterfall.
by marc2131
04 May 2013, 12:15
Forum: Track
Topic: Come and try the track - Saturday 4th May 1-3pm
Replies: 66
Views: 21628

Re: Come and try the track - Saturday 4th May 1-3pm

I have to cancel. Can't get the pedals off my road bike. Stuck good and hard.
by marc2131
01 May 2013, 08:51
Forum: Road
Topic: Sun Club Ride: Royal National Park (RNP) 6:00am
Replies: 422
Views: 157723

Re: New Club Ride Commences 7th October - RNP

Fast Middies
1. John H
2. Paul
3. James R

Slow Middies
1. Jothebuilder

You guys aren't Fast Middies, I regard you as Slow Fasties :wink:
by marc2131
30 Apr 2013, 17:37
Forum: Track
Topic: Come and try the track - Saturday 4th May 1-3pm
Replies: 66
Views: 21628

Re: Come and try the track - Saturday 2nd March 1pm

10. Ian (loan bike please, 58cm ish)[/quote]
11. Marc R (loan bike 'Big Red' 60cm)
by marc2131
27 Apr 2013, 12:04
Forum: Vintage Bicycles
Topic: Vintage Jersey orders ***JERSEYS are in!***
Replies: 101
Views: 32017

Re: Vintage Jersey orders

DHBC World Stripe Vintage ($72.10) small- Lizanne medium- Anthony I, James R, Rajiv Ramanathan, andrewb large-Peter Bownes, Stuart, Adrian L, Peter T, Marc R x-large- xx-large-Ted DHBC original Logo ($70) small- Lizanne, Camilla, JoTheBuilder, Marian, andrewm medium-Philip, Lindsay, Colin Campbell l...
by marc2131
23 Apr 2013, 07:31
Forum: Road
Topic: C25-ish Kurnell Kruize on Anzac Day?
Replies: 18
Views: 4696

Re: C25-ish Kurnell Kruize on Anzac Day?

1. Colin Campbell (only if accompanied by an adult who knows the way back)
2. Paulette - I know the way back.
3. Louise
4. Todd & Kerry
5. Marc
by marc2131
23 Apr 2013, 07:16
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289229

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

Very nice shot.

Image
by marc2131
22 Apr 2013, 13:19
Forum: Conversation
Topic: When taken out of context...
Replies: 9
Views: 3008

Re: When taken out of context...

Who needs a cold shower, when us male cyclists have strategic saddle-related pressure points on our perineum which do the trick anyway.
by marc2131
20 Apr 2013, 20:53
Forum: Road
Topic: Sun Club Ride: Royal National Park (RNP) 6:00am
Replies: 422
Views: 157723

Re: New Club Ride Commences 7th October - RNP

Vital stats:
Distance: 112 kms
Time: 3hrs 52 mins
Avg Speed: 30.5kms
Top speed: 98.6kms
I just noticed this - 98.6kph top speed! :shock:
Just a little frisky.

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