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by Trouty
13 Nov 2011, 10:00
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Cadel and Trouty Tie the knot
Replies: 9
Views: 2159

Cadel and Trouty Tie the knot

Yes Cadel - I do !!!!! (Stuart won't mind...if Chiara can live with us) Poor Cadel, I think I cut off the circulation on his arm. https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-lp6zXTvU0-8/Tr8HwM0hpfI/AAAAAAAAXHo/l4_sSIn3sBE/s640/DSC_3328.JPG Jo being a groupy with 2 world champions https://lh3.googleuserconten...
by Trouty
12 Nov 2011, 06:30
Forum: Track
Topic: DHBC Event of the year. Vote now.
Replies: 13
Views: 3558

Re: DHBC Event of the year. Vote now.

I couldn't make many events, so I'm another 'vote can't be meaningful' non-voter BUT, what I would say is that there is a great list of events through the club - in terms of both variety and volume. If the organisers can keep it up (usually the same suspects) without burning themselves out, that's ...
by Trouty
10 Nov 2011, 20:35
Forum: News and Announcements
Topic: 2011 DHBC Christmas Party & Awards Night!
Replies: 46
Views: 19035

Re: 2011 DHBC Christmas Party & Awards Night!

Just to get the imagination going and ideas - here are some outfits. Please ignore the naked ones

http://girls.gunaxin.com/the-podium-gir ... ?nggpage=2
by Trouty
10 Nov 2011, 20:31
Forum: Track
Topic: Halloween Omnium Thursday 10/11/2011 6:30pm***
Replies: 39
Views: 8079

Re: Halloween Omnium Thursday 10/11/2011 6:30pm***

So how did it go?? Any pictures or stories?
by Trouty
08 Nov 2011, 18:25
Forum: Track
Topic: Halloween Omnium Thursday 10/11/2011 6:30pm***
Replies: 39
Views: 8079

Re: Halloween Omnium Thursday 10/11/2011 6:30pm***

Only two more sleeps!!! Bugger, I really wanted to come to this one, it would have been great to see, but I leave for Melbourne tomorrow. If anyone doesn't have a suitable light, I can lend them one for their bike, however, they would have to get it tonight as I fly out first thing tomorrow. Have f...
by Trouty
28 Oct 2011, 19:08
Forum: Conversation
Topic: What My Club Has Given Me
Replies: 45
Views: 8855

Re: What My Club Has Given Me

43. LINDSAY!
That's a good one Lizanne, almost as good as the point "Husband" - that was a cracker.
by Trouty
25 Oct 2011, 17:47
Forum: Conversation
Topic: What My Club Has Given Me
Replies: 45
Views: 8855

Re: What My Club Has Given Me

I missed point 16 - my buttocks don't feel any firmer than when I started, how come I missed out. Keep the post's going - it's all very entertaining
by Trouty
25 Oct 2011, 06:19
Forum: Road
Topic: C25s ride report
Replies: 8
Views: 2335

Re: C25s ride report

Oh, come on girls! There was still a wee bit of chatting in the Park! Even if most of the words were only 4 letters long. First time I've ridden with the 25s in ages and I was really impressed. I spent a good chunk of it up the back catching up with Anthony and even though there were a number of ne...
by Trouty
25 Oct 2011, 05:52
Forum: Conversation
Topic: What My Club Has Given Me
Replies: 45
Views: 8855

Re: What My Club Has Given Me

....What is BOM? You might as well add:

4. An addiction to buying cycling products, and a never ending need (rephrase 'want') for a new bike
5. A house that resembles a workshop adorned by hanging wheels, bikes and bike products
6. A partner who is even more addicted than me as per point 4
by Trouty
19 Oct 2011, 16:57
Forum: Club Kit Orders
Topic: Hats
Replies: 15
Views: 7754

Re: Hats

lol
ya it was just the fixie century ones that had an error
all the other ones are fine
see you @ slowies
Yeah - "Costal" was a crack up....but one of those things that could be a collectors item in years to come, like the faulty coins that come out of the mint. I wish I ordered one now.
by Trouty
19 Oct 2011, 16:54
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Tim Briers crashed
Replies: 128
Views: 28145

Re: Tim Briers crashed

Great to see things are looking up Timmy!
by Trouty
17 Oct 2011, 19:48
Forum: Road
Topic: 2011 - Tempetation- Fixie Century Coastal - 16/10/2011
Replies: 221
Views: 39605

Re: 2011 - Tempetation- Fixie Century Coastal - 16/10/2011

Top work team! You are all mad and I wish I had been on the ride. Oh well - we went to Waterfall. Absence of cows on that route.
I second the fact that you are all mad, although the photos do look like you all had a great day - and the weather was the icing on the cake.
by Trouty
17 Oct 2011, 14:10
Forum: Track
Topic: UCI world track password
Replies: 2
Views: 915

Re: UCI world track password

AUStrackmember
Thanks Lizanne. Ive booked and I'm going to Melbourne.
by Trouty
17 Oct 2011, 13:25
Forum: Track
Topic: UCI world track password
Replies: 2
Views: 915

UCI world track password

Hey Guys,

I am trying to order tickets for the world Track next year, but have left the paperwork at home that has the generic password you have to use to order. Anyone know what that is that can email me on
by Trouty
13 Oct 2011, 17:03
Forum: Track
Topic: DHBC Juniors Training News & Statistics 12th October 2011
Replies: 2
Views: 1095

Re: DHBC Juniors Training News & Statistics 12th October 201

Great race report, and sounds like a very courageous 2nd place from Chris and all the other riders who gave it a good shot. Not bad for first year competing I think.
by Trouty
11 Oct 2011, 06:18
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Bike buisness?
Replies: 8
Views: 2130

Re: Bike buisness?

Not as easy as you think and a lot of bike shops are doing it very tough due to the amount of internet sales. A bike shop who's owner comes to our shop for a beer sometimes has only just started breaking even after 12months and we know of a few that will be closing Anyone been to the bike shop in G...
by Trouty
10 Oct 2011, 20:54
Forum: Track
Topic: Sydney International Sprint GP at Dunc Grey
Replies: 20
Views: 3914

Re: Sydney International Sprint GP at Dunc Grey

And the fact that just about everyone had the same bike, we definitely had to look at other things. We also all want to be kiwis now, they have much better kit than anyone else. Yes BT seems to be th ebike of choice. When I got home today, the computer was on an ebay page that had a BT Stealth trac...
by Trouty
10 Oct 2011, 19:39
Forum: Track
Topic: Sydney International Sprint GP at Dunc Grey
Replies: 20
Views: 3914

Re: Sydney International Sprint GP at Dunc Grey

decent undercarriage hey jo? good to see your concentrating hard on the riding :)
You have to look at the "equipment" so to speak. It's not all about the racing.
by Trouty
10 Oct 2011, 14:17
Forum: Track
Topic: Sydney International Sprint GP at Dunc Grey
Replies: 20
Views: 3914

Re: Sydney International Sprint GP at Dunc Grey

Great shots Stuart, especially Anna at speed. ...it was a great afternoon of racing to watch. Most of them had huge legs and a decent undercarraige going on!!!! Perko didnt have much left in the Kieren race, after going to 3 with Sunderland in the sprint final. It's great seeing this calibre of rac...
by Trouty
10 Oct 2011, 08:08
Forum: Mountain
Topic: Scott 24hr 2011
Replies: 41
Views: 19651

Re: Scott 24hr 2011

Great effort Vic and well done for 4th place - it does sound like fun, but too hard core for me, I'm not sold yet. How did every one else go? Any broken fingers or bones this time?
by Trouty
08 Oct 2011, 19:46
Forum: Road
Topic: Looking for a new bike?
Replies: 0
Views: 708

Looking for a new bike?

I was just looking on the web and noticed the website of the place where I bought my Pinarello frame - MB cycles in Qld. ANyway - if anyone is on the hunt for a new bike, they seem to have some good deals on and a lot of their bikes come with a Garmin 800 at the moment. Worth a look. I'm biased as t...
by Trouty
07 Oct 2011, 06:16
Forum: Road
Topic: LACC Criterium Racing at the Sydney Festival 16th Oct
Replies: 12
Views: 3066

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

THe woman's race is called off due to lack of numbers :(
by Trouty
06 Oct 2011, 17:59
Forum: Road
Topic: 2011 Cycling Australia Masters Road National Championships
Replies: 10
Views: 2451

Re: 2011 Cycling Australia Masters Road National Championshi

Time trail results M2 9. LESTER,Joshua 25:42.32 +1:24.80 43.4 M5 13. CLEMENT,Michael 27:51.91 +2:06.31 40.0 15. LACEY,Mark 28:56.65 +3:11.05 38.5 Full results Speed comparison with Calga PB is interesting, in that we weren't a hell of a lot faster in Ballarat Who Calga Ballarat Difference Jos 42.49...
by Trouty
05 Oct 2011, 06:22
Forum: Road
Topic: Waratah Vets Southern Hemisphere Cup 18/9 Eastern Ck
Replies: 21
Views: 4394

Re: Waratah Vets Southern Hemisphere Cup 18/9 Eastern Ck

My friend Simon who runs the "SweatandGears" site has posted some new photos up of DHBC at the Southern Hemisphere Cup. He does some good photos and the site is pretty cool, although judging by the number of hits from DHBC I think most of you have checked it out already. Check out the new ...
by Trouty
29 Sep 2011, 22:03
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Entry level track bikes selling at good prices.
Replies: 2
Views: 1162

Re: Entry level track bikes selling at good prices.

Hey all, Entry level track bikes are at the lowest price I have seen them this year. I don't know that I would recommend an avanti as a racing bike for anyone serious but if you are looking just to get into the sport there are options; 52-54cm; created in green; $400 http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Avan...
by Trouty
29 Sep 2011, 08:08
Forum: Mountain
Topic: Scott 24hr 2011
Replies: 41
Views: 19651

Re: Scott 24hr 2011

Where's the hype? Who's heading down when? Who's actually ridden off road since registering for the event? I haven't done much in the way of off road riding and I am ill prepared. But you know... What could possibly go wrong? Hey Vic, haven't you just ridden from Cairns to Canberra? That's a a lot ...
by Trouty
25 Sep 2011, 17:06
Forum: Road
Topic: DHBC Crit 25/09/2011 CANCELLED
Replies: 13
Views: 3883

Re: DHBC Crit 25/09/2011 CANCELLED

seriously we should go into the rain making business ... 3 months in a row.
.....But Stuart, that means you won you're first DHBC Crit. Woohoo.
by Trouty
25 Sep 2011, 11:18
Forum: Conversation
Topic: It's just a flesh wound - Slowies 24/09
Replies: 11
Views: 2591

Re: It's just a flesh wound - Slowies 24/09

The bride surely won't be happy about cycling now that you got her out of bed? You will be in the dog box for a while Dougy
by Trouty
21 Sep 2011, 17:02
Forum: Road
Topic: Waratah Vets Southern Hemisphere Cup 18/9 Eastern Ck
Replies: 21
Views: 4394

Re: Waratah Vets Southern Hemisphere Cup 18/9 Eastern Ck

STUART - STOP USING MY LOGIN TO POST STUFF - USE YOUR OWN - GRRRRR
by Trouty
21 Sep 2011, 08:09
Forum: Road
Topic: Waratah Vets Southern Hemisphere Cup 18/9 Eastern Ck
Replies: 21
Views: 4394

Re: Waratah Vets Southern Hemisphere Cup 18/9 Eastern Ck

here's some pictures from http://sweatandgears.com/2011/09/20/eastern-creek-18-9-11/ http://sweatandgears.files.wordpress.com/2011/09/img_7740.jpg http://sweatandgears.files.wordpress.com/2011/09/img_7733.jpg http://sweatandgears.files.wordpress.com/2011/09/img_7746.jpg http://sweatandgears.files.wo...
by Trouty
18 Sep 2011, 14:11
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Wanted - Size 56 Track Bike for a beginner
Replies: 6
Views: 1952

Re: Wanted - Size 56 Track Bike for a beginner

Thanks Noog - I just checked it out nice bike, although we would have to freight it from Brisbane, I have put an inquiry on it anyway
by Trouty
17 Sep 2011, 16:02
Forum: Track
Topic: Last night of RAW -16/09/11 bike transport
Replies: 16
Views: 3241

Re: Last night of RAW -16/09/11 bike transport

Yeah great series
Hey Timmy, I forgot to mention that you came 7th in A grade - great effort considering all the hard core sprinters in that group.
by Trouty
17 Sep 2011, 09:56
Forum: Track
Topic: Last night of RAW -16/09/11 bike transport
Replies: 16
Views: 3241

Re: Last night of RAW -16/09/11 bike transport

Congratulations DHBC - another club win at Raw !! From a club that had less than 5 riders at the track a few years back to being the club that won the points challenge by over 1000 points in 2011 !! For me it was great to see the number of new track riders join our club who filled up the ranks of Di...
by Trouty
14 Sep 2011, 12:45
Forum: Track
Topic: UCI Track Worlds Melb April 2012
Replies: 6
Views: 1998

Re: UCI Track Worlds Melb April 2012

OK - we're looking at purchasing flights in the next week - I assume no one else is thinking of going down to Melb for this?
by Trouty
12 Sep 2011, 17:53
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Ride Report for the "3 Gorgeous"
Replies: 7
Views: 2113

Re: Ride Report for the "3 Gorgeous"

Great report Dougie, you're posts are always good value reading.
by Trouty
09 Sep 2011, 22:15
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Green Edge!
Replies: 11
Views: 2762

Re: Green Edge!

I thought of entering, started writing something and then couldn't think why I wanted a bike that was certainly too big for me.
I'm sure there is a way we can make it fit.
by Trouty
02 Sep 2011, 07:19
Forum: Track
Topic: DHBC Madison championships 3/09/2011 time change 4pm***
Replies: 56
Views: 9828

Re: DHBC Madison championships 3/09/2011 time change 4pm***

I will try and come down for support and to watch you all suffer, but timing may be a bit tight for me as we are off to a function. Good luck every one.
by Trouty
25 Aug 2011, 16:21
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Cycle Skills Course - Sat, 22nd October 2011 - LOCKED
Replies: 34
Views: 6773

Re: Cycle Skills Course - Sat, 22nd October 2011

Wow Christian and I thought I didn't know when to zip it!

LOL & Kapow!! I think she got you there Christian.
And to you Dougie - what kind of girl opens a beer bottle with her eye socket.....seriously? Did she have a mustache and tatoos
by Trouty
24 Aug 2011, 16:59
Forum: Track
Topic: DHBC Madison championships 3/09/2011 time change 4pm***
Replies: 56
Views: 9828

Re: Sept omnium; DHBC Madison championships TBA

Maybe I should auction myself for charity :) I'm your original partner remember!! Although I can bet hands down LIzanne will out ride me in doing 150 laps. Just the thought of it sounds exhausting. Now that your single - we should auction you off to any single DHBC woman. We should make it a mixed ...
by Trouty
24 Aug 2011, 16:55
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Cycle Skills Course - Sat, 22nd October 2011 - LOCKED
Replies: 34
Views: 6773

Re: Cycle Skills Course - Sat, 22nd October 2011

Weiyun, I think your confusion arises from the fact that there are two people called Jo writing on this thread. JoSwans (aka Jo the Builder) who definitely should do cycle skills and has a new bike. And Jo aka Trouty who is in fact posting as herself. You got confused when Trouty talked about Jo th...
by Trouty
23 Aug 2011, 18:43
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Cycle Skills Course - Sat, 22nd October 2011 - LOCKED
Replies: 34
Views: 6773

Re: Cycle Skills Course - Sat, 22nd October 2011

Stuart, you need your own computer, or run an alternate browser to Jo's and stop these identity crisis moments! :mrgreen:
Hey Wieyun,
There are 3 computers in this office and I have been banned to only using this one. No identity crisis here - it's definitely me.
by Trouty
23 Aug 2011, 18:33
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Cycle Skills Course - Sat, 22nd October 2011 - LOCKED
Replies: 34
Views: 6773

Re: Cycle Skills Course - Sat, 22nd October 2011

So I agree with Stuart, ride leaders do not have to be one step faster than the bunch. He/she just needs to be able to ride solidly at the designated pace of the bunch. Being solid and experienced is important, or there'd be no spare energy nor skill to look after his/her bunch. Jo's bought a road ...
by Trouty
23 Aug 2011, 14:28
Forum: Road
Topic: DHBC Criterium survey.
Replies: 11
Views: 3092

Re: DHBC Criterium survey.

I like the thought of having a club event to get us all together, I think monthly is a bit hard given all the different racing and social committments. As you say Simon, the usual people win it, so the prize money isn't the big deal, but I think it is important to get people riding and racing as a c...
by Trouty
23 Aug 2011, 07:07
Forum: Road
Topic: Waratah Vets Sun 21st Report
Replies: 5
Views: 1516

Re: Waratah Vets Sun 21st Report

Yes - congratulations Jo. But I want to hear about the race please! Lots of short turns on the front and marking every wheel that attacked, and any riders I thought were a chance to win. No 39 did about 3 laps on the front and I was lucky enough to sit behind him, so I was well rested by the time t...
by Trouty
22 Aug 2011, 14:41
Forum: Road
Topic: Non Fixie Imperial Century day trip 21st August
Replies: 59
Views: 15209

Re: Non Fixie Imperial Century day trip 21st August

(oh & Jo the builder I owe you $10 - get it off Jo at RAW this week)
Well Stu, you better pay me the $10 bucks first, not sure I can trust you to pay it back to me?

Jo the builder: Never trust a man wearing a DHBC jersey they say!!
by Trouty
20 Aug 2011, 09:28
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Mid Life Crisis Bike
Replies: 48
Views: 12058

Re: Mid Life Crisis Bike

Hi Dougie, My suggestion for some inspiration is read Robert Penn "It's all about the bike" great book about a cyclist getting his ultimate bike. I hope to reveal my mid life crisis bike sometime next year. James ....Titanium, DI2. What more could a bloke need, or a girl for that matter. ...
by Trouty
18 Aug 2011, 20:09
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Small Track Bike for sale including Chainrings & Tote Bag
Replies: 1
Views: 1142

Small Track Bike for sale including Chainrings & Tote Bag

AVANTI PISTA - SMALL TRACK BIKE FOR SALE - $1500 FOR THE LOT Complete with Chain-rings and Chain ring bag, tools - nothing else to buy every thing you need. This bike has hardly been ridden and is practically brand new. Possibly ridden 5 times at Dunc Gray. Online price at Freedom Machines is $1500...
by Trouty
12 Aug 2011, 06:49
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Mid Life Crisis Bike
Replies: 48
Views: 12058

Re: Mid Life Crisis Bike

Good point Jo Alternatively If you wanted to have your cake and eat it to you could always get a triple seated bike like the old 'Goodies' show One seat for you, one for your other half and one seat for the mistress All bases covered On second thought a hotel room would be easier and cheaper. I thi...
by Trouty
11 Aug 2011, 20:19
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Mid Life Crisis Bike
Replies: 48
Views: 12058

Re: Mid Life Crisis Bike

The ultimate mid-life crisis bike would have to be a titanium tandem. What better way to enjoy your mid life crisis than to ride off into the distance with a gorgeous lycra clad lass!!! If you were having a mid life crisis it would have to be with a gorgeous lycra clad mistress wouldn't it? I guess...
by Trouty
09 Aug 2011, 20:45
Forum: Conversation
Topic: DHBC 100 push up challenge
Replies: 60
Views: 9622

Re: DHBC 100 push up challenge

That's impressive! We'll be checking you out at the cafe then.
No way...that's awesome, I'm still trying to pick up where I left off at week 6, but more important matters have got in the way. You are putting us all to shame
by Trouty
08 Aug 2011, 15:39
Forum: Conversation
Topic: A longer adventure this time...
Replies: 22
Views: 5849

Re: A longer adventure this time...

Good luck with it Vic.

Seriously...I couldn't think of anything worse than towing a "Bob" and travelling 1000's of miles on my own on a bike. I like company - but every one is different. Although I do like the quitting your job bit. If only I could do that and still get paid.
by Trouty
08 Aug 2011, 15:35
Forum: Track
Topic: Raw Race Reports!!!
Replies: 38
Views: 7275

Re: Raw Race Reports!!!

I thought the time blaster was one of the best races to watch, I think Alex did great job getting down to the last 4, given his recent drop in training. I also think Alex being the Rabbit on Wednesday night must have tired him out!! Keep the attacks coming DHBC. James is consistantly attacking and o...
by Trouty
07 Aug 2011, 18:48
Forum: Road
Topic: Kurrajong Classic - 7th August
Replies: 40
Views: 7578

Re: Kurrajong Classic - 7th August

Awesome result Wallman, I would have liked to see the photo finish and the one with you flapping inappropriately. Well done.
by Trouty
04 Aug 2011, 19:53
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Speedplay Pedal & Cleat Maintenance
Replies: 4
Views: 1271

Re: Speedplay Pedal & Cleat Maintenance

This article got me thinking about all this as my L cleat came loose last weekend >> http://www.cyclingtipsblog.com/2011/06/my-love-hate-relationship-with-speedplay-pedals/ and Jo's pedals really need lubricating. ....Isn't that what boyfriends are for? No not lubricating for those cheeky minds, I ...
by Trouty
03 Aug 2011, 07:08
Forum: Conversation
Topic: DHBC 100 push up challenge
Replies: 60
Views: 9622

Re: DHBC 100 push up challenge

The best I have got to is 73

Still a long way off 100
wow 73 - that's awesome Richard. After missing a couple of weeks I'm scared to try again. Last effort was 55 but it was a struggle. My mind says I'll get back to it next week.....I hope.
by Trouty
03 Aug 2011, 06:55
Forum: For Sale
Topic: 2009 54cm Avanti Track Bike For Sale
Replies: 4
Views: 1964

Re: 2009 Medium Avanti Track Bike For Sale - 54cm

Is this the one Jo would have mentioned on Sunday morning? Looks great but think it might be a little too big for me...
Yep that's the one
by Trouty
01 Aug 2011, 12:46
Forum: Conversation
Topic: DHBC 100 push up challenge
Replies: 60
Views: 9622

Re: DHBC 100 push up challenge

Anyone still going on this? Lost a week due to work and family stuff. Currently up Week 5 Day 3. The program is ramping up a fair bit now. Week 6 looks a shocker. I got up to week 6 the week before last but I couldn't complete all the required sets on the Monday, and due to work missed Wednesday an...
by Trouty
30 Jul 2011, 19:39
Forum: Road
Topic: Sydney Road Titles & Ride for Life - July 30-31
Replies: 33
Views: 5555

Re: Sydney Road Titles & Ride for Life - July 30-31

No one can say that you don't know how to punish yourself for the cause Mike, congrat's, sounded like you had a heap of fun, though for me it sounds like way too much torture
by Trouty
30 Jul 2011, 19:09
Forum: Road
Topic: Sydney Road Titles & Ride for Life - July 30-31
Replies: 33
Views: 5555

Re: Sydney Road Titles & Ride for Life - July 30-31

Congrats on defending your title Jo. Would be nice to do this race, missed it last year and injured this year. Oh well 2012 now. At least you had much nicer weather this year :-) Yes last year that rain was horrible. We were soaked to the core in water and mud and due to me not rinsing my knicks pr...
by Trouty
30 Jul 2011, 18:48
Forum: Conversation
Topic: At the risk of....
Replies: 12
Views: 2365

Re: At the risk of....

@Stuart, true they aren't politicians, but they are still the popularly elected officials of the club, a club which we pay membership fees to. James We could go go back and forth about this issue forever, but really there are better things to waste our time on - eg: Like Cadel winning the Tour !!! ...
by Trouty
30 Jul 2011, 18:26
Forum: Road
Topic: Sydney Road Titles & Ride for Life - July 30-31
Replies: 33
Views: 5555

Re: Sydney Road Titles & Ride for Life - July 30-31

Great result Jo! we want the ride report! I was pretty lucky today as the race pace and terrain suited me......no hills, no huge attacks, and a cafe ride till the sprint. It was no where near as hard as last year!! I did join in on a couple of attacks, but generally I marked who I knew were the str...
by Trouty
30 Jul 2011, 07:27
Forum: Conversation
Topic: At the risk of....
Replies: 12
Views: 2365

Re: At the risk of....

The ones that I think have gone too far are Suddenly, if I have a bad experience with a shop, I can't mention it on the forum at the risk of defaming the business. If a rider does something stupid in the bunch, I can't call them out for it. As for what's offensive, we all have different tolerance w...
by Trouty
30 Jul 2011, 06:45
Forum: Track
Topic: Raw Race Reports!!!
Replies: 38
Views: 7275

Re: Raw Race Reports!!!

let us never mention tonight again :D Sorry but all I remember from tonight is that Mr Law absolutely flew towards Andre! so fast! I saw you win a race in fine form Timmy...then I heard you were disqualified..not sure what happened then but I heard all of DHBC do a roaring cheer as you crossed the ...
by Trouty
24 Jul 2011, 18:46
Forum: Road
Topic: NSW Individual Time Trial Championships entries close 10 Jul
Replies: 26
Views: 4679

Re: NSW Individual Time Trial Championships entries close 10

That's awesome ladies, I'm "almost" regretting not going just because the pre and post race antics sounded like a laugh, and much more fun than torturing myself at Waterfall for 80km. One day when I take those time trial bars out of the plastic and get them on my bike I might do it. But fo...
by Trouty
24 Jul 2011, 14:52
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Can Waterfall to Marrickville via Cronulla be right?
Replies: 9
Views: 2901

Re: Can Waterfall to Marrickville via Cronulla be right?

hmm interesting route choice Adam. Just where did you go wrong I'm wondering to end up there? Best to always pay attention to the route so as you get to know the way home!
Posted by Stuart ....
by Trouty
24 Jul 2011, 06:14
Forum: Track
Topic: Raw Race Reports!!!
Replies: 38
Views: 7275

Re: Raw Race Reports!!!

And the novices Tim! I know we didn't really set the velodrome alight but we're getting there...! We also seem to be regularly up against men who are obviously very good cyclists, have just never ridden on the track... It's hard for one person to see all the races - so girls start posting your stor...
by Trouty
23 Jul 2011, 20:35
Forum: Track
Topic: Raw Race Reports!!!
Replies: 38
Views: 7275

Re: Raw Race Reports!!!

Sorry if I have left any one out, I keep missing Anthony Platts Baggs races because B grade is just in front of me, and our new lad Allan is looking like he will be up a grade in no time! (he was on 90 inches tonight, and would have picked up a win if his gear had been bigger). You keep missing the...
by Trouty
19 Jul 2011, 19:04
Forum: Conversation
Topic: DHBC 100 push up challenge
Replies: 60
Views: 9622

Re: DHBC 100 push up challenge

Joanne is killing this comp! I am a bit lax.. between lotsa weight sessions I try and keep up
I'm hardly killing it given I have to regress a week. It's more than likely killing me. Anyone who has any tips or who has completed week 6 that can tell me it gets easier - please do!!!
by Trouty
19 Jul 2011, 07:17
Forum: Conversation
Topic: DHBC 100 push up challenge
Replies: 60
Views: 9622

Re: DHBC 100 push up challenge

Ok - is anyone struggling yet - I am ? Week 6 Day 1 seems to be the week I've hit a brick wall and did less maximum than I did in week 5. I guess I'll be repeating week 6 next week. It says after completing week 6 you attempt the 100, which at this stage seems like an impossible task. Anyone done it...
by Trouty
18 Jul 2011, 12:20
Forum: Road
Topic: C25's & C28's to Waterfall in light rain
Replies: 6
Views: 1586

Re: C25's & C28's to Waterfall in light rain

C 28s did 29.0 kms average per hour.

Thats 'C' for 'Circa'.

That's the speed it will stay.

Anything greater (and with skills) is Middies. Congratulations on all those who have graduated to Middies .
Actually the C stands for "Cruisers"!!.
by Trouty
17 Jul 2011, 18:00
Forum: Road
Topic: C25's & C28's to Waterfall in light rain
Replies: 6
Views: 1586

Re: C25's & C28's to Waterfall in light rain

So not fair. He's going to be able to beat me soon and Jo and Camilla will evict me from the women who can beat their HABS club :( His success has only started since the purchase of his new bike. We can always sabotage that Eleri. From my perspective he has carbon, you have steel - that's an unfair...
by Trouty
17 Jul 2011, 14:28
Forum: Road
Topic: C25's & C28's to Waterfall in light rain
Replies: 6
Views: 1586

C25's & C28's to Waterfall in light rain

Looks like there were very few hard core riders in Sydney today with the DHBC group only sighting 2 other teams on the road. Weather wasn't too bad with very light rain - we had 2 bunches out today. C25's led by Eleri and the slower C28's supposedly led by me, although in reality the bunch was very ...
by Trouty
14 Jul 2011, 08:52
Forum: Track
Topic: Chain Ring Bags
Replies: 1
Views: 1099

Chain Ring Bags

A few people keep asking me about these chain ring bags for the track. The original supplier I got them off (Milwaulke Cycles) doesn't stock them any more, but Brian Sprouster found another supplier that has them in DHBC red. He tells me the frieght is quite expensive even with several orders. Anywa...
by Trouty
10 Jul 2011, 16:31
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Photo caption contest.
Replies: 16
Views: 3892

Re: Photo caption contest.

Jess: "I can handle him breaking 2 collar bones, but if he breaks both hands he will have to find another wife"
by Trouty
10 Jul 2011, 15:39
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Photo caption contest.
Replies: 16
Views: 3892

Re: Photo caption contest.

jess "marry a cyclist they said....peak of physical fitness they said....now look at me. Bet he can't even wipe now and I WONDER who is going to do that for him....:("
That's gold!
by Trouty
09 Jul 2011, 17:35
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Photo caption contest.
Replies: 16
Views: 3892

Re: Photo caption contest.

Jess Caption:
"So much for my night at home watching Masterchef"
by Trouty
08 Jul 2011, 05:57
Forum: Conversation
Topic: A Hairy Posse
Replies: 14
Views: 3435

Re: A Hairy Posse

theres a place in newtown thats heaps cheap, I cant remember the name, but I went there on a date with a girl, we both got waxed
Sounds romantic Timmy
by Trouty
02 Jul 2011, 10:08
Forum: Conversation
Topic: A Hairy Posse
Replies: 14
Views: 3435

Re: A Hairy Posse

Dougie - that is an awesome read, hopefully I get to hear about instalment 2 re the lady man when we see you at the Tour Down Under. I guess if you do "alot" of riding & racing, the risk of falling is greater so it's not nice to have bits of road, rock & hair stuck to your injuries...
by Trouty
01 Jul 2011, 22:51
Forum: For Sale
Topic: For Sale - Felt Dispatch SS/Fixie
Replies: 8
Views: 3548

Re: For Sale - Felt Dispatch SS/Fixie

Excuse my ignorance but this is a fixie? I'm after one of a similar size...
No Jo....we need to get you a track bike and get you on the track!!
by Trouty
30 Jun 2011, 18:31
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Pls sign this partiton 4 min safe passing distance
Replies: 17
Views: 3758

Re: Pls sign this partiton 4 min safe passing distance

For the record, Trouty, I was the 398th signature. I signed the day Stuart posted the link.
That's alright then Toffy, I won't have to beat you with my hand pump next time I see you at slowies
by Trouty
30 Jun 2011, 12:51
Forum: Conversation
Topic: DHBC 100 push up challenge
Replies: 60
Views: 9622

Re: DHBC 100 push up challenge

my number is 40, which is slightly larger than I expected, i thought it would be about 20. This means i am starting in week three. Hey Timmy, you're starting at the exact point as me 40 - week 3/column 3. Take a look at the sets on week 4, it's a bit of a jump so next week will be a killer (hard). ...
by Trouty
29 Jun 2011, 19:05
Forum: Conversation
Topic: DHBC 100 push up challenge
Replies: 60
Views: 9622

Re: DHBC 100 push up challenge

Trouty, I was planning to take the "more if required" option between sets. I was thinking of fours days in Noosa.......
Only 4 days rest? I guess that would mean it will take you a bit longer than 6 weeks to get to your 100 target.
by Trouty
29 Jun 2011, 18:18
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Pls sign this partiton 4 min safe passing distance
Replies: 17
Views: 3758

Re: Pls sign this partiton 4 min safe passing distance

Having been in an advisory role for "law making" I can recall no time when the wording in a petition was directly translated into a law. All the problems you are talking about get picked up in the drafting process of making an amendment and then getting a majority to vote for it. Nowhere ...
by Trouty
29 Jun 2011, 16:30
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Carbon 5.5 Trek Madone FOR SALE
Replies: 19
Views: 5004

Re: Carbon 5.5 Trek Madone FOR SALE

May the $3K job lot price includes the boyfriend!

If so a friend of mine said she might be interested! She is single and interested in getting into cycling
Boyfriend not included
by Trouty
29 Jun 2011, 16:29
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Carbon 5.5 Trek Madone FOR SALE
Replies: 19
Views: 5004

Re: Carbon 5.5 Trek Madone FOR SALE

That's a really nice bike. I was interested as I rode one when I was in Canberra a few weeks ago and I really liked the feel of it. Accelerates very well and climbs beautifully. The colour isn't really for me though, and while it's not ALL about looks some portion of it is at least. Someone is goin...
by Trouty
29 Jun 2011, 13:24
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Tim Briers crashed
Replies: 128
Views: 28145

Re: Tim Briers crashed

yep hang in there Tim. It's winter and it's not that pleasant riding in the cold anyway...
by Trouty
29 Jun 2011, 12:55
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Pls sign this partiton 4 min safe passing distance
Replies: 17
Views: 3758

Re: Pls sign this partiton 4 min safe passing distance

This of course, opens up a can of worms. What about two cyclists riding abreast at speed. Currently completely legal, but if those cyclists were closer than 1 metre apart, they might fall foul of these rules. You could complicate things by imposing some rule where it's the relative speeds of the tw...
by Trouty
29 Jun 2011, 12:53
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Carbon 5.5 Trek Madone FOR SALE
Replies: 19
Views: 5004

Re: Carbon 5.5 Trek Madone FOR SALE

Where is this guy????
You looking for a bloke, he is a bit too old for you
by Trouty
29 Jun 2011, 12:07
Forum: Conversation
Topic: DHBC 100 push up challenge
Replies: 60
Views: 9622

Re: DHBC 100 push up challenge

Ok when do we start if we are starting next month? friday? or should the first night be down at the track? I've already started this week, I started on week 3 according to the initial test result. I used the pushup online tracker aswell. Let's see if I can do this magic 100 in 4 weeks time, I don't...
by Trouty
29 Jun 2011, 08:14
Forum: Conversation
Topic: DHBC 100 push up challenge
Replies: 60
Views: 9622

Re: DHBC 100 push up challenge

Hey - I know it says 60 seconds between sets (or more if required) but does it matter if the break is a bit longer - eg: Say you are doing them in between sets of another type of exercise ?
by Trouty
29 Jun 2011, 05:15
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Carbon 5.5 Trek Madone FOR SALE
Replies: 19
Views: 5004

Re: Carbon 5.5 Trek Madone FOR SALE

What happens if she sells the bike and then hooks up with another cyclist?
She won't
by Trouty
28 Jun 2011, 16:17
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Carbon 5.5 Trek Madone FOR SALE
Replies: 19
Views: 5004

Re: Carbon 5.2 Trek Madone FOR SALE

OK - anyone that is interested I have just had a text from her on a package deal.

THE LOT FOR $3,000

CHEERS
by Trouty
27 Jun 2011, 13:56
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Carbon 5.5 Trek Madone FOR SALE
Replies: 19
Views: 5004

Re: Carbon 5.5 Trek Madone FOR SALE

Here are some photo's, of dubious quality but you get the idea. Oh, and yes I know they are reversed (taken with a laptop webcam)- it's not that this is a super special bike with the drive train on the left! https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-LuC16pLj_FA/Tgf9sP3i4sI/AAAAAAAAV-M/b-Nbws9B7F8/Photo%252...
by Trouty
27 Jun 2011, 05:09
Forum: Conversation
Topic: DHBC 100 push up challenge
Replies: 60
Views: 9622

Re: Re: Re: DHBC 100 push up challenge

1. Tim Llewellyn
2. Richard
3. John G. starting at level 2, ack.
4. Spiros[/quote]
5. Oli
6. Gloria
7. Mike
8. Trouty

I'll give it a go.
by Trouty
22 Jun 2011, 22:32
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Carbon 5.5 Trek Madone FOR SALE
Replies: 19
Views: 5004

Re: Carbon 5.5 Trek Madone FOR SALE

For $6000, she could have bought her a 0.5-0.75 carot basic quality Tiffany rock. I'd bet the result would have been different, and wouldn't be sold come a break-up. Stupid guy! :mrgreen: There are worse things in life than having some one buy you a $6000 bike you don't like. I wish some one would ...
by Trouty
22 Jun 2011, 15:02
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Carbon 5.5 Trek Madone FOR SALE
Replies: 19
Views: 5004

Re: Carbon 5.5 Trek Madone FOR SALE

Nope - Ex Boyfriend who was a cyclist bought it for her as a Birthday present thinking she would learn to like it and got all her family to put in with him. A very expensive present not really based on what "She" wanted but I am sure the intentions were good.
by Trouty
22 Jun 2011, 05:22
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Carbon 5.5 Trek Madone FOR SALE
Replies: 19
Views: 5004

Carbon 5.5 Trek Madone FOR SALE

FOR SALE - ACTUAL PHOTO TO FOLLOW Refer to Link for Bike Style - although the paint job is very different. Also on this review link the components are Sram Force where they are ULtegra on her version. http://www.google.com.au/imgres?imgurl=http://bikereviews.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/trek-mado...
by Trouty
20 Jun 2011, 21:40
Forum: Road
Topic: DHBC Elite Women deliver historic bronze medal in Club TTT.
Replies: 26
Views: 4839

Re: DHBC Elite Women deliver historic bronze medal in Club T

it was such a good race! i can't believe the mental and physical toughness Aimee and Jo showed on the course. Thank yo so much for the race. And Special mention to Jess who pushed the team (literally) from the back, while I tried to be the best wind break i could be on the front. Great team work! i...
by Trouty
13 Jun 2011, 19:03
Forum: Road
Topic: CANCELLED - Criterium Monday 13th June Queen's b'day
Replies: 29
Views: 5790

Re: CANCELLED - Criterium Monday 13th June Queen's b'day

well written Dougie, very entertaining.
by Trouty
13 Jun 2011, 16:10
Forum: Road
Topic: Le Tour de Dullich, is coming in July 2011!!
Replies: 17
Views: 3688

Re: Le Tour de Dullich, is coming in July 2011!!

It was the most entertaining podium photo I had at hand quickly and it's a DHBC podium shot, so if want to win you just have to be open to the fact that the club will want to document your achievements with a photo. But didn't Julia Robert's once say that you should always smile whenever a camera i...

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