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Bike hard case to borrow? or to buy this weekend.
Started this discussion. Last reply by Blake on Sunday. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Hi,Does anyone have a herd case for bike travel they would be willing to lend or failing that an idea who has one to buy? or sell? Travelling on MondayI do have a soft case but a bit concerned with…Continue
Value of signed Greenedge Jersey,
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jeremy Champion Jan 23. 5 Replies 0 Likes
A friend will be looking to auction off a jersey given to her by Stuart O'Grady, it is one he used to wear and yes it has been washed. It has also been signed by the rest of the riders and there is a…Continue
Bike parking near RAH
Started this discussion. Last reply by Fred Rochler Nov 19, 2012. 6 Replies 0 Likes
I have just found out I will be making a lot of visits to the hospital (visitor, not patient).I would like to ride my bike but having read about all the thefts occurring in the area I was wondering…Continue
Looking for some saddles to try...
Started this discussion. Last reply by Dstone Jun 30, 2012. 11 Replies 0 Likes
I am trying to sort out some saddle issues. I have a road bike and have never been happy with the saddle it came with, a generic Selle Italia, an x-1 I think. I think it is too narrow. If it helps I…Continue
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Bec replied to Blake's discussion Bike hard case to borrow? or to buy this weekend."I have a Thule Hard Case"
"ask a bike shop to pack it for you, make sure you have the right tools to put pedals and or handle bar back but make sure you mark exact position 1st.
If you travel lots, get a good hard case but if not, I agree and use a cardboard box, thats how it…"
durian rider replied to Blake's discussion Bike hard case to borrow? or to buy this weekend."I fly a lot each year since 2003 and never use anything more than a cardboard bike box.
Ive travelled with all sorts of bikes, mostly between 5-10k retail.
If you are worried, just get some foam padding from any bike shop bin and wrap it up. How do…"
Blake posted a discussionBike hard case to borrow? or to buy this weekend.
Hi,Does anyone have a herd case for bike travel they would be willing to lend or failing that an idea who has one to buy? or sell? Travelling on MondayI do have a soft case but a bit concerned with the new CF bike and Qantas baggage handlers!my email is blake dot onl at gmail dot comThank you!See More
Blake replied to Matthew Belperio's discussion Best way to transport a bike???"I looked at it recently. Just upgraded to a CF bike. By the time I got the cross bars then the racks it was not going to be cheap. Add in the low flying tree/carpark etc and I was not convinced. I got a thule rear mounted rack, holds two bikes, can…"
Blake commented on Phil Crick's event 'L Ride Route 2 - McLaren Vale'"I am back to a maybe, Daughter is sick, a babysitter might be coming in the morning but won't know until later.
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Blake replied to heather's discussion Gus K - birthday 22 May"Hooray for Gus, Scream and Shout!
Hooray for Gus, he's not the horses arse, he's whats coming out....
Bear in mind these are usually a few good beverages in, and might be funnier on the night!"
Blake replied to heather's discussion Gus K - birthday 22 May"Hooray for Gus Hooray at last!
Hooray for Gus, for he's a horses arse!
Sorry family tradition.
Sang it to my (Catholic) Irish wife in belfast in front of her family, a bit scary but they laughed and the family here were impressed."
Blake is attending Phil Crick's event
L Ride Route 2 - McLaren Vale at McLaren Vale
May 25, 2013 from 7:30am to 11am
A social group ride for riders new to the concept and fearing that they are 'too slow' for other group rides.Averaging around 20kph (can be slower if need dictates).Meet 7:30am for an 7:45am ride.Park on the main road near the Almond Train next to the bike trackThis is not a training ride and a Tail End Charlie will be appointed so that no one will be left behind.There will be regular stops on this route, it's shorter than the normal L rides, but has more climbing.Main roads will be avoided…See More
Blake replied to wujim's discussion What do you do?"I am about 80hrs in, but looks like I will have to stop might have some books and gear to sell? Who will you train with?"
Blake commented on Phil Crick's event 'L Ride Route 1 - Port Noarlunga'"Sorry, I am out. Off to Robe for the weekend. Anyone know if it is worth taking the bike? Not keen on hwy riding but quiet country roads would be good!"
Blake is attending Phil Crick's eventL Ride Route 1 - Port Noarlunga at Port Noarlunga
May 11, 2013 from 7:30am to 11am
A social group ride for riders new to the concept and fearing that they are 'too slow' for other group rides.Averaging around 20kph (can be slower if need dictates).Meet 7:30am for an 7:45am ride.Park on the car park next to Becks BakehouseThis is not a training ride and a Tail End Charlie will be appointed so that no one will be left behind.There will be regular stops on this route, it's shorter than the normal L rides, but has more climbing.Main roads will be avoided wherever possible.We will…See More
Blake replied to Clive Palfrey's discussion Channel 9 tonight"Funnily enough no mention of the 79% of drivers causing the accidents! At least not that I heard. Lots about bikes running into cars, not the other way around..."
Blake commented on Michelle Crick's event 'SSRC Sunday special 1'"Subject to babysitters I will be there!"
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- What bikes do you ride?
- Orbea Aqua t105
- When do you ride?
- Weekends, Other
Comment Wall (4 comments)
- At 21:44 on June 1, 2012, Mike Brisco said…
Hi Blake,
Yes workshop does have a derallieur hanger alignment / straightening tool.. Usually open 9 am Saturdays. But
tomorrow Sat 2nd I might be a bit late getting there.
Mike.
- At 17:26 on April 7, 2012,
heather said… Hi Blake, you say that currently 65km ride too long. Tomorrow / Sunday is a leisurely ride for the AC birthday. Will we see you there? Cheers, Heather
Sunday 8-Apr-2012 the Adelaide Cyclists' third birthday river run. Meet 9am at West End Brewery in Hindmarsh for a leisurely cycle along the River Torrens Linear Park to Henley Beach for coffee. All family members welcome: kids, kids in seats or on tag-a-longs. Parents expect to be delayed on the return trip when you children want to stop at the playgrounds – http://www.adelaidecyclists.com/events/easter-sunday-river-run-adelaide-cyclists-3rd-birthday
- At 13:54 on March 23, 2012,
Wilson Devo said… Hi from the Gawler Wheelers,
Welcome to the Adelaide Cyclists Website !
The Gawler Wheelers are a road cycling Group based in Gawler, SA.
A regular group ride is held every Saturday morning.
Check the various Event Calendars on this website for the next scheduled group ride as follows :
- ➨ Gawler Wheelers Upcoming Group Ride Events
- ➨ Gawler Wheelers Group Ride Calendar
- ➨ Adelaide Cyclists Events
To join the Gawler Wheelers Group, just click the '✚ Join Gawler Wheelers' button.
This special '✚ Join Gawler Wheelers' button (an inactive copy is shown below) appears in the upper right hand corner of the ➨ Gawler Wheelers Group Page.
So, come along and try us out !
All riders are welcome.
Gawler Wheelers Contact Info
http://www.adelaidecyclists.com/group/GawlerWheelers
http://twitter.com/GawlerWheelers
https://plus.google.com/116433492952159342133
http://www.facebook.com/GawlerWheelers
http://www.youtube.com/user/GawlerWheelers
http://www.bikemap.net/user/GawlerWheelers
http://ridewithgps.com/users/31795
http://www.mapmyride.com/people/groups/44796/#info
http://app.strava.com/clubs/GawlerWheelers
http://connect.garmin.com/explore?owner=GawlerWheelers
Email:Gawler.Wheelers@gmail.com- ➨ Gawler Wheelers Upcoming Group Ride Events
- At 13:13 on March 23, 2012, heather said…
Hi Blake,
You live in Blair Athol. Do you cycle in nearby Prospect or the city? If so, check out on AC the Prospect BUG and Adelaide BUG as we seek better cycling conditions.
Cheers, Heather
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