"I think they just need to build a new bridge...something that doesn't have such a steep angle and slope.
Most of the other bridges along linear park are easily manageable...why should this one be built differently?"
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My first bicycle-only crash
Started this discussion. Last reply by Just another psycho-list Mar 27, 2012. 36 Replies 1 Like
This morning I had my first one-man crash. Braked too hard, skidded, and fell.In case they're on here, I just wanted to thank the two bloked who stopped and helped me put my chain back on. Bless…Continue
Safest climbs?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Christopher Hall Mar 18, 2012. 15 Replies 0 Likes
Hi guys,Now that I've got my shiny new bike, I want to start trying some climbs. Until I'm a bit more confident, though, I'd like to stick to roads that have plenty of room for cars to pass, no blind…Continue
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What's happening to North East Rd?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Specialised Roubaix Mar 10, 2012. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Was driving along North East Rd today, from about Windsor Grove to Innes Rd, and noticed that they've been doing some line remarking.Specifically, there is now an outline of a traffic island in the…Continue
Gendered Bikes
Started this discussion. Last reply by Clive Palfrey Mar 7, 2012. 22 Replies 0 Likes
Hi guys,I'm looking at buying a flat-bar road bike in the next couple of days, and I was wondering whether there's a whole lot of difference between women's and men's bikes.I don't think a lot of…Continue
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Ella Smith replied to adams's discussion Bike lane width"An interesting road to look at would be Hackney Rd...just where the bridge goes over the Torrens. The bike lane there is ridiculous...hardly a bike lane at all."
Ella Smith replied to David Bowler's discussion Bridge blocked on Linear Park bicycle path"I go very slowly over that bridge...I don't trust myself not to slip and fall into the river.
I only take Linear Park when I don't feel like dealing with peak hour traffic, though. Otherwise I'll play with Hackney Rd, down past the…"
Just another psycho-list replied to Ella Smith's discussion My first bicycle-only crash"Thanks. It's no fun. The road comes up to meet you very fast and very hard. I guess it had to happen. Everyone says it does. And it has.
Unitl next time..."
Christene Heney replied to Ella Smith's discussion My first bicycle-only crash"Glad to hear you are ok - scary stuff falling off !
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Christene Heney replied to Ella Smith's discussion My first bicycle-only crash"Sorry to hear about your fall Katrina, sounds scary, hope you are feeling better soon!"
Just another psycho-list replied to Ella Smith's discussion My first bicycle-only crash"Thank you :-)"
heather replied to Ella Smith's discussion My first bicycle-only crash"Hannah, suggestions include: treatment for grazes and cuts; cotton bud to remove insects from eyes; material for a sling in preparation for the cyclists' injury (broken collarbone); a compression bandage in case of snake bite when cycling the…"
Hannah Cursaro replied to Ella Smith's discussion My first bicycle-only crash"aww I'm sorry to hear that, I hope you recover well. I really need to make up a little first aid bike pack."
Domestique replied to Ella Smith's discussion My first bicycle-only crash"Oh Dear, Katrina, Sorry to hear. Mend well. "
heather replied to Ella Smith's discussion My first bicycle-only crash"Ian, I got back on the bike mid-February. Difficult using a backpack while lacking full arm movement (and some discomfort) so not back into my usual cycling. However, I persevered from Saturday to Friday so that my replies to the Bicycle Network…"
Just another psycho-list replied to Ella Smith's discussion My first bicycle-only crash"Thank you Ian :-)"
"Hope all you girls are on the road to recovery and back on the road/ trails soon."
Just another psycho-list replied to Ella Smith's discussion My first bicycle-only crash"Thank you for that advice. I hadn't thought that swimming could put strain on the shoulder - that makes good sense. I was just imagining swimming to be good for practically anything : -)"
Just another psycho-list replied to Ella Smith's discussion My first bicycle-only crash"Thank you, Heather. Falling is such an annoying thing. Not just from the pain aspect, but the slow recovery and the many days, weeks and months off the bike."
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- What bikes do you ride?
- Malvern Star MTB.
Soon-to-be restored vintage bikes.
- When do you ride?
- Weekends, Commute
Comment Wall (4 comments)
- At 20:23 on January 6, 2012, heather said…
Hi Ella,
Today I sent out the monthly BUG newsletter. If you want a copy, send your email address to me.
Cheers, Heather, Coordinator of Adelaide BUG
- At 17:10 on January 6, 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 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.
Gawler Wheelers Contact Info
http://www.adelaidecyclists.com/group/GawlerWheelers
http://twitter.com/GawlerWheelers
http://www.facebook.com/GawlerWheelers
http://www.youtube.com/user/GawlerWheelers
Email:Gawler.Wheelers@gmail.com
- At 23:32 on January 4, 2012, heather said…
Hi Ella,
Welcome to Adelaide BUG. Feel free to post a discussion, especially about cycling hazards, when I will likely contact the authority or provide you with their contact details.
Cheers, Heather
- At 16:51 on January 3, 2012, heather said…
Hi Ella,
Welcome to Adelaide Cyclists. You might be interested in joining AC group Commuters and, if you cycle in the city, Adelaide BUG. I coordinate four AC groups with emphasis on improving cycling conditions: Adelaide BUG, Prospect BUG, Look For Cyclists and Vote For Cyclists. There is more info in the introduction on each group web page.
Cheers, Heather
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