"Contact your insurance company first IMO. They will act on your behalf. The drivers insurance will act on their clients behalf not yours I think. Good luck."
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Embracing the tiny shorts!
Started this discussion. Last reply by Kathryn H Oct 19, 2011. 8 Replies 2 Likes
It finally happened. Footy shorts? Nope. Baggy MTB shorts? Nup. Suddenly, on a whim, I decided to show off my skinny, pale, hairy, bandy leg things and attempt to ride to outer harbour.The big news…Continue
The new beast!
Started this discussion. Last reply by Kara T Oct 12, 2011. 6 Replies 2 Likes
Three long months of paying a layby, she's finally here. a beautiful black Colnago CLX2.I'm off to the bay to grab a coffee, lean her up against a wall and stare, and sigh alot. Be sure to come say…Continue
Aaand SNAP!!
Started this discussion. Last reply by Karl Dutschke Sep 6, 2011. 15 Replies 0 Likes
It seems I only come on here to whinge about something falling off of my beloved (and soon to be retired) monza. This is no exeption. The thingy that holds the real derailleur on, well, it managed to…Continue
Beginners hills
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jeffrey Turner Aug 3, 2011. 15 Replies 0 Likes
Ok guys, I'm in need of a few ideas, my new bike is about 6 weeks away from my grasp, so I've been trying to ride a tonne more to be ready for it. Lately I've finally started venturing into the…Continue
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Brian Plush commented on Texjah's blog post First crash"I went thru the insurance company of blind lady who hit me and it took forever. I wasn't "allowed" to be fixed up until she had her damages fixed. Go figure!
Only after complaints to Insurance Ombudsman did real progress…"
"Sounds like the bike is cactus.
Get in contact with your insurance company who in turn will pursue the culprit.
Watch out for whiplash as that is often delayed and can cause some big hassle.
Keep records of everything though."
A blog post by Texjah was featuredFirst crash
What an experience! Heading back into town after destroying various personal bests on the norton summit loop, heading back into town along Magill Rd I met with a car who didn't see me (apparently) taking a right hand turn across my path. Though I'm physically fine, my beautiful colnago is busted up. What do I do next? We exchanged details, I filed a police report and saw a doctor... Now what? Is there someone I can call for help in getting my bike fixed? Do I have any rights seeing as it wasn't…See More
Darren commented on Texjah's blog post First crash"It's pointless contacting their insurer - only the driver can lodge a claim. If you believe the driver is at fault you have rights to be compensated for injury (through the MAC) and damage to bike/clothing etc. So far as the bike/clothing…"
Rob Wood commented on Texjah's blog post First crash"Glad to hear you are ok.
Sounds like you have done everything right so far. From your description it appears the car driver is in the wrong and you are entitled to compensation for repairs (and injuries if they had occured).
I would contact the…"
Texjah posted a blog postFirst crash
What an experience! Heading back into town after destroying various personal bests on the norton summit loop, heading back into town along Magill Rd I met with a car who didn't see me (apparently) taking a right hand turn across my path. Though I'm physically fine, my beautiful colnago is busted up. What do I do next? We exchanged details, I filed a police report and saw a doctor... Now what? Is there someone I can call for help in getting my bike fixed? Do I have any rights seeing as it wasn't…See More
Texjah replied to Michelle Crick's discussion Dinosaur cycling image.."Pachycephalosaurus stackhat (google image search that, should do the trick)"
Baron Zuraw left a comment for Texjah"Sorry the wheels went a few days back - I forgot to remove the add. sorry
safe cycling"
Texjah commented on Wilson Devo's event 'Gawler Wheelers-TRACK NIGHT'"Super keen to come along! Will need to hire a bike too please."
Texjah is attending Wilson Devo's event
Gawler Wheelers-TRACK NIGHT at Adelaide Super-Drome, State Sports Park, Main North Rd, Gepps Cross, SA, 5094
Texjah replied to Don (Who's lost?) Nairn's discussion Magpies and cable ties?"Going to school as a very little kid, used to sport the ice-cream tub with eyes drawn on the back of it. Should I consider fitting an ice-cream tub to my helmet?"
Kathryn H replied to Texjah's discussion Embracing the tiny shorts!"Oh well if you aint gunna shave you aint gunna shave ... Top effort! Well done"
Rob W replied to Texjah's discussion Embracing the tiny shorts!"+10
Voted best comment of encouragement ever!"
"Well done mate.
The only thing stopping u do anything is you.
Go forth and and achieve all your goals and than some."
Don (Who's lost?) Nairn replied to Texjah's discussion Embracing the tiny shorts!"
With the tail wind the hairy legs may act like mini sails and increase the speed."
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- What bikes do you ride?
- An oldish avanti monza that probably needs a service
- When do you ride?
- Weekends, Commute, Racing, Mountain Biking, Other
- ..perhaps some more information about yourself for your profile page
- Hospitality workin, fuzzy hair wearin, tall an lanky standin, drinkin, smokin, swearin sorta guy. Who can actually spell quite well if needed
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First crash
Posted on March 7, 2013 at 8:16 5 Comments 0 Likes
What an experience! Heading back into town after destroying various personal bests on the norton summit loop, heading back into town along Magill Rd I met with a car who didn't see me (apparently) taking a right hand turn across my path. Though I'm physically fine, my beautiful colnago is busted up. What do I do next? We exchanged details, I filed a police report and saw a doctor... Now what? Is there someone I can call for help in getting my bike fixed? Do I have any rights seeing as it wasn't… Continue
Comment Wall (3 comments)
- At 15:45 on August 29, 2012, Baron Zuraw said…
Sorry the wheels went a few days back - I forgot to remove the add. sorry
safe cycling
- At 15:39 on June 3, 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.
Gawler Wheelers Contact Info
http://www.adelaidecyclists.com/group/GawlerWheelers
http://www.adelaidecyclists.com/profile/GawlerWheelers
http://twitter.com/GawlerWheelers
http://www.facebook.com/pages/GawlerWheelers/179163595462372
Email:Gawler.Wheelers@gmail.com
- At 17:43 on June 2, 2011,
heather said… Hi Texjah,
Welcome to Adelaide Cyclists. You may be interested in the AC group Commuters and, if you cycle in the city, Adelaide BUG.
Cheers, Heather
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