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Tips for descending the downhill run
Started this discussion. Last reply by Gus K Apr 9. 10 Replies 0 Likes
Given that there has been recent discussion and some useful info about how to climb - my strategy is just to keep doing it until I get fitter and stronger to do it far more comfortably than now, then…Continue
Tags: descent, downhill, descending
Travelling through the CBD
Started this discussion. Last reply by Clive Palfrey Feb 11, 2012. 12 Replies 0 Likes
Hi All,Have recently started a job working on the city (Hindmarsh Square) and luckily have access to a secure bike park under my building.. I haven't commuted / riden through the CBD before and would…Continue
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Straps might attend 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
Straps commented on Andrew's group Southern Suburbs Road Cyclists"Michelle, happy to EFT $$ to you for the jersey if you want..??"
Straps replied to Shane Sody's discussion A Metre Matters - make it the law"Agreed - I fully support government initiatives to improve safety but enforcement of this rule is practically impossible.."
Straps commented on Phil Crick's event 'L Ride Route 1 - Port Noarlunga'"Confirmed that my garage will be concreted - great for me and the garage but no getting out for a ride :(
Michelle - will arrange another time to fix you up with the $$ an collect the SSRC jersey. :)"
Straps replied to wujim's discussion What do you do?"Registered Nurse by trade - 12 years in an adult / paediatric Intensive Care Unit (including 10 years of aeromedical / land based retrieval of critically ill patients).
Local Government for 6 years in emergency management / risk management /…"
Straps commented on Phil Crick's event 'L Ride Route 1 - Port Noarlunga'"I am hoping to concrete my garage this saturday, but if that falls through then I will be there for a ride.."
Straps might attend 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
Straps replied to Tim B (the running man)'s discussion Ironic Bike Lane ad"Don't think that its Australian..!?!?!
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Straps commented on Andrew's group Southern Suburbs Road Cyclists"Street Sweeper went through around lunch time today along the path between Doctors and South road and the tree is off the track on the southern side of the path over south road.
Some hot mix work was being carried out at the Onka Bridge on the…"
Straps replied to Michael Roelink's discussion Adelaide City Council Smart Move Breakfast, Thur 11 April"Great day for a ride, scrumptdiddlyumptuous bacon and egg roll, lots of people, good conversation, lots of different bikes on display and a few Adelaide Cyclists jerseys about - Thanks to Adelaide City Council and the various sponsors for putting on…"
Gus K replied to Straps's discussion Tips for descending the downhill run"Tim nails it.
I did a lot of descending work with Steve from procyclingskills. A good way to practice getting a line is on not very steep hills - even flat roads with bends.
He writes his tips the procyclingtours newsletter here. (page 6)"
"Can you try something, take your front wheel out, spin it up by holding the axle right in front of you with both hands on either side.
Feel the way it wants to react the opposite to the input!
When turning into a corner, try a bit of opposite…"
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- What bikes do you ride?
- 2011 Orbea Onix t105
Merida XC Mountain Bike (XTR)
- When do you ride?
- Weekends, Mountain Biking
Comment Wall (1 comment)
- At 11:43 on December 24, 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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