Wooden mudguards/fenders
Does anyone know of any Australian manufacturer of wooden mudguards? Had a look around and they seem to all be from the USA. I'd like to find some locally if possible.See More
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Wooden mudguards/fenders
Started Jan 21 0 Replies 0 Likes
Does anyone know of any Australian manufacturer of wooden mudguards? Had a look around and they seem to all be from the USA. I'd like to find some locally if possible.Continue
Stolen bike found, but who owns it?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Tim Loft Sep 11, 2012. 3 Replies 0 Likes
Came across this story today about a stolen Principia bike that police have recovered, but can't find the owner. Does anybody recognise this bike? …Continue
Great bikes for kids
Started Jun 20, 2012 0 Replies 0 Likes
I'm biting the bullet and selling my sons' bikes. They've both moved on from these two great little bikes. My son got a Puky balance bike when he was 3. It was expensive new, but it's been through…Continue
Eska folding bike.
Started this discussion. Last reply by Don (Who's lost?) Nairn Apr 25, 2012. 2 Replies 0 Likes
I just picked up this little folding bike. It's an Eska, which I believe is Czech. Does anyone know anything about them? It rides okay, but needs a little love. I'm unsure whether to give it a full…Continue
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Noel Probert commented on Noel Probert's photo
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"Thanks Simon. A box on the back would be ideal, but finding a rack for a 24'' is a bit tricky. Might have to cut something down to fit. They are westwood rims, made by Dunlop. We stripped the bike and resprayed everything. If I was going…"
Simon Lownsborough commented on Noel Probert's photorat
"Ha! Excellent! Like that you've kept pretty much original (at least that's how it looks) and still have something clean and quite stealth/modern really. All it needs now is a box on the back IMO.
Are they Westwood rims? Did you respray…"
Adam Williss replied to Noel Probert's discussion Stolen bike found, but who owns it?"Actually, looks like the third time the same thing has been posted!"
Tim Loft replied to Noel Probert's discussion Stolen bike found, but who owns it?"What 2 of them or is it this BIKE"
Noel Probert posted a discussionStolen bike found, but who owns it?
Came across this story today about a stolen Principia bike that police have recovered, but can't find the owner. Does anybody recognise this bike? http://www.sapolicenews.com.au/component/content/article/4-news/9827-bike-found-owner-missing.htmlSee More
Noel Probert posted a discussionGreat bikes for kids
I'm biting the bullet and selling my sons' bikes. They've both moved on from these two great little bikes. My son got a Puky balance bike when he was 3. It was expensive new, but it's been through two kids and still looks almost untouched. Solid, easy to ride, good for age 3-5, but even 2 year-olds can get around on it. PUKYWhen he turned 5 he graduated to…See More
Noel Probert replied to richard 1473's discussion 2012 tweed ride"I'm keen too, but can't decide between my c1950 Super Elliott, c1910 Lewis or c1930 mystery bike. Maybe I'll toss a coin.
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Noel Probert replied to Martin Turner's discussion Akaline Water......fact or fiction?"Well, I guess at least there's some editorial consistency there—printing material from unconfirmed sources..."
Noel Probert replied to Martin Turner's discussion Akaline Water......fact or fiction?"Scam. Utter nonsense designed to fleece the gullible. There is nothing to be gained from drinking alkaline water. Aside from anything else, its very mild alkalinity is instantly overwhelmed by the high acidity of your stomach. A fool and his money…"
Noel Probert replied to hozozco's discussion New MTB 'Slick' Tyres"Sidewalls do seem weirdly thin and look very wrinkly when deflated. I think you do need to run a higher pressure with these so they don't flex. I'm keeping my fingers crossed. "
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- What bikes do you ride?
- 1950 Super Elliott, Norco MTB, half-finished 80s racer refurb, latest toy a 'Bussing' of indeterminate age.
- When do you ride?
- Weekends, Other
- ..perhaps some more information about yourself for your profile page
- Casual cyclist- I spend more time in the workshop than on the road. I'm a freelance writer (just got a gig with Treadlie magazine) and a bike-lover, especially older stuff.
- Website, blog, interest group address.
- http://www.noelprobert.com.au
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Probably NSFW, but pretty funny.
Posted on March 17, 2012 at 12:30 0 Comments 4 Likes
Just came across this little gem. Some colourful language involved.
Comment Wall (2 comments)
- At 11:37 on November 15, 2011,
Mic Chapman said… HI Noel,
Just catching up on emails particularly ones i have overlooked.
I have been busy with World Solar Car Challenge and Electric Vehicle Conference so had a mountain of emails to catch up on.
Are you still interested in chatting about magazine article?
regards,
Mic Chapman
- At 18:00 on April 11, 2011,
heather said… Can you imagine car parking being designed as 'arty'; disguised as something unrecognisable to drivers; not suiting the purpose; and hard to use? Cyclists should not be expected to accept sub-standard bicycle parking that does not meet Australian Standards or Austroads. This can happen when a local council or other authority overlooks standards when commissioning an artist to design bicycle parking.
Adelaide City Council has followed standards with 'arty' bicycle parking of a 'supported post' at the Hilton Hotel and 'pretzels' at the State Library. However, the latter cost more than 'tried and tested' bicycle parking. I would prefer more average bicycle parking that follows standards, than a few designs that are artistic but sub-standard.
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