"First off I would suggest not buying Garmin maps. You pay a hell of allot for maps that are not particularly accurate (there are a number of streets up in the hills that have been their for over 20 years…"
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Down Monty with a bit of a skid
Started this discussion. Last reply by David Southern on Saturday. 25 Replies 1 Like
Hi all, yesterday (Thursday) while i was riding with a friend we were descending Montacute quite fast.. Nothing out of the ordinary, we've all been there many many times, but on this one occasion my…Continue
BUPA CHALLENGE 2013
Started this discussion. Last reply by colin ware-lane Feb 20. 123 Replies 0 Likes
How was the ride today for all that participated in todays event?Tell us about your day. Continue
Windy, Wet, Cold and completely demoralizing
Started this discussion. Last reply by Simon Lownsborough Jun 22, 2012. 51 Replies 1 Like
How do you guys do it? winter riding, i gotta tell ya.. i'm trying but i just can't get my brain to switch to (toughen the eff up) mode... i try my darndest to ride to work but arriving completely…Continue
Broken Garmin edge 500 screen
Started this discussion. Last reply by James Jordan on Saturday. 35 Replies 0 Likes
G'day Guys and Gals,Just wondering what the go is with getting the LCD display replaced in my edge 500.. Is this covered under warranty or anything? if not... know of anywhere i could go to get it…Continue
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durian rider replied to Brett dracup's discussion Broken Garmin edge 500 screen"Not a silly question.
You can buy maps for any country you wish to cycle in and then install them to your Garmin. Not all Garmin's will work with maps though so you want to do a bit of homework first before you buy a Garmin to be used with…"
"I hope that this is not a silly question, ( have never owned one ) but are there any map issues if buying from overseas ?"
durian rider replied to Brett dracup's discussion Broken Garmin edge 500 screen"Garmin 500 around 180AUD on wiggle at the mo'."
David Southern replied to Brett dracup's discussion Down Monty with a bit of a skid"The line of that skid would suggest that the corner was approached too far to the right. An approach as near to the left as reasonably possible would have allowed an easier line with greater radius through the corner. It may sound…"
"Green was the line I took, not quite sure what she was doing.. She has learnt we lesson. I'll show her this pic.. Cheers Harley"
"I broke my left shoulder and dislocated both shoulders, permanent nerve damage down left arm with loss of feeling in 2 fingers. Physio still 9 months later and still batling"
"Fond memories not. Still in pain 9 months on. Dont recommend para gliding with a bike using the opening between guard rails."
durian rider replied to Brett dracup's discussion Down Monty with a bit of a skid"Great pic!
Good thing she is ok. Some people have literally ended up in hospital on that corner.
Judging by the skid mark Jaymie was too far on the right of the road with no where to turn. The line for this corner is far left and then swing in like…"
"An update from Jaymie "Physio laughed at me....60% tear to my subscapularis in my shoulder joint and sprained ma spine. Boo I knew it hurt. Now for recovery.""
Patrick O'Kane replied to Brett dracup's discussion Down Monty with a bit of a skid"I know a few wise old riders who back off the rear brake adjuster completely before descending and rely solelyon the front.
The obvious solution is to scrub off speed well before the corner but not always easy if you don't know the road or in…"
"yep, i was doing 55+kmh then slowed to go around at about 40-35kmh then my speed drops suddenly when i turned back and saw a Jaymie in distress lol. her speeds were a little higher than mine =/"
Darren replied to Brett dracup's discussion Down Monty with a bit of a skid"Keep in mind that at 50kph (completely reasonable there) you cover about 15 meters in a second... you're seeing the final panicked half-second in that skid mark.
Fortunately She's in good health and She'll learn from the experience to…"
Tim B replied to Brett dracup's discussion Down Monty with a bit of a skid"I'm not sure how fast she was going preceding the skid, but a skid that long looks like she may have panicked and just kept squeezing harder and harder on the brakes. At that point, the last thing most people want to do is…"
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- What bikes do you ride?
- Avanti Escape 07
Avanti giro 3 2011 (Adrienne Avanti)
- When do you ride?
- Weekends, Commute, Other
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- At 20:23 on February 9, 2013,
Paul Koch said… Hi Brett, thanks for lodging the video clip of the near miss on the Freeling road with the police. What has happened with the incident ie Police follow up etc. Can I get a copy of the incident report number. I would like to follow it up.
cheers
Paul Koch.
- At 11:42 on January 17, 2013,
Baron Von Thierry said… Sorry Brett, been snapped up by Clive Palfry!
- At 20:36 on January 7, 2013,
heather said… Hi AC friend,
An invite to join any of the AC groups that I coordinate and receive the BUG News:
– Adelaide BUG http://www.adelaidecyclists.com/group/adelaidebug
– Prospect BUG http://www.adelaidecyclists.com/group/bugprospect
– Look For Cyclists http://www.adelaidecyclists.com/group/lookforcyclists
– Vote For Cyclists http://www.adelaidecyclists.com/group/VoteForCyclists
Cheers, Heather
- At 22:52 on June 21, 2012,
Leanne said… Hi Brett
Cheers for that, I am trying to improve my climbing times, slowly getting there, it is a bit easier for women to get QOM as there is not as much competition. Like you missing the sunshine though.
- At 16:00 on February 4, 2012,
Pete Roberts said… I hope you know that I am only having friendly banter regarding Highfield... :)
- At 20:35 on October 23, 2011,
Kathryn H said… I am a better wind break than U ! next time you can pull my finger and i you will find out !
- At 15:40 on October 22, 2011, Kathryn H said…
hey Brett Thanks for the chat and being wing breaker . Twas nice .. See you again some time. Bye for now
Kathryn
- At 20:42 on October 15, 2011,
Juz said… Hey Brett,
Was good to meet you at Gawler Wheelers today, I hope you enjoyed the morning and got to meet most of the guys. Look forward to seeing you on future rides!
Cheers,
Juz.
- At 21:51 on September 3, 2011, heather said…
Hi Brett,
Welcome to Adelaide Cyclists. You might be interested in the AC group Commuters and, if you cycle in the city, Adelaide BUG that I coordinate.
Cheers, Heather
- At 15:23 on September 2, 2011,
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 Events Calendar of this website for the next scheduled group ride as follows :
So, please come along and try us out. All riders are welcome.
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