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Forget Bamboo or Ti, go hardwood.
Started this discussion. Last reply by Terry C on Sunday. 15 Replies 1 Like
http://www.renovobikes.com/r4-road/A friend send me a link as a joke, but to be honest, I really like it.I really like the stand too.Continue
Just been to dentist......
Started this discussion. Last reply by Martin Turner May 8. 31 Replies 0 Likes
Had my annual check up, what do you know, I have decay in one tooth and out came the drill.Now, what was interesting was how he asked me if I suddenly started cycling.I said No as I have been for 5…Continue
Pinarello single/fixie in classifieds
Started this discussion. Last reply by Frank May 1. 4 Replies 0 Likes
I just listed a pinna longavita bike I have, not sure how it can be viewed by others so if you are keen, or want to check it out.Has campy chorus brakes and Rolls saddle upgrades.Mint cond.Continue
Thought of the Day....
Started this discussion. Last reply by Konadog May 4. 25 Replies 4 Likes
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"Norton and than down to little Italy,up that track, over to lofty and coffee at Stirling organic cafe to see my smiling sister."
"ride now, we need to ride"
"Could this thread be closed?
I get sucked into reading it."
"How rare indeed, a shop in the service industry providing a good service.
Support them before they are gone too, that's why I like to shop locally whenever I can.
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"Get work done by BMCR, they know their stuff and take pride in what they do.
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"Not sure what age the King 3 Rs is, if older it may still be made in Italy, otherwise china it is.
But you get the Campy Record 10 speed which is possibly their most reliable running gear ever. Look after it and it will do the miles.
Neutron wheels…"
"Wtf are you on about Stephen?"
"I think its a trick question?"
"Huon Pine is quite oily, and does not glue well."
Michael Murray replied to Frank's discussion Forget Bamboo or Ti, go hardwood."Do they come in Red Gum ? I guess Huon Pine would be a bit soft."
Torsten Bunge replied to Frank's discussion Forget Bamboo or Ti, go hardwood."absoluely love the look of these."
"One of the most famous aircraft of the WW2 was the de Havilland Mosquito. It was largely made of wood - - Canadian Birch, Spruce and Balsa was used. The original idea at the time of design was to use "non-strategic" materials,…"
"Lots of planes still made in the states out of timber, even cars are still made out of timber.
$2850 is cheap, at least you know it's handmade.
Would you prefer a pinarello dogma, made in Asia and costs $350 to make.
Not sure I would have a…"
Martin Turner replied to Frank's discussion Forget Bamboo or Ti, go hardwood."Sitka spruce was commonly used for making planes.....its light and stiff. Its the same reason spruce makes good guitar soundboards."
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- What bikes do you ride?
- Merida T3,
Time VXR
- When do you ride?
- Weekends, Commute, Other
- ..perhaps some more information about yourself for your profile page
- I generally ride for fitness, been doing so since 07 and love it.
I work in both hospitality and construction as project manager.
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- At 12:57 on February 8, 2013,
Richard Reichelt said…
HI Frank, Brad has just had some Macini kit done too so if you or a friend are keen on the bike and end up buying it, I'll make sure there is a set of bib knicks and a s/s top thrown in. Promotes some local Adelaide businesses and looks pretty nice too. Cheers.
- At 16:27 on December 30, 2012, Torsten Bunge said…
- Hi Frank,
As you seem to ride Scuzzi's regularly, do you know if there will be a ride New Years Day?
Thanks,
Torsten.
- At 21:44 on April 8, 2012,
heather said… Hi Frank,
Are you about and reading your emails? Can you answer my question of how many Scuzzi riders got punctures? See post at http://www.adelaidecyclists.com/forum/topics/caution-tacks-and-nails-on-military-road
Cheers, Heather
- At 15:59 on October 27, 2011, heather said…
frank, if you cycle in prospect (dont have to live there), an invite to join prospect bug. web page is on ac. emphasis on advocacy and safer cycling. email a monthly newsletter. the more members, perhaps the more we will be listened to. i coordinate adelaide bug, prospect bug, look for cyclists plus vote for cyclists.
one handed typing after a cycling accident.
- At 9:36 on June 30, 2011, heather said…
Hi Frank,
Welcome to Adelaide Cyclists. The AC group Commuters might interest you and, if you cycle in the city, Adelaide BUG which I coordinate.
Cheers, Heather
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