"Part owner and operator of VELO-PORTE performance bike rental and delivery
(Also Senior Associate Designer at a global architecture firm)"
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VP
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New Festive Tradition
Started this discussion. Last reply by VeloAvenger Dec 30, 2012. 21 Replies 0 Likes
There seems to be a new Festive Tradition emerging - Smashing beer bottles in bike lanes. Linear Path near Bonyothon Kiosk had 10-20m of smashed glass yesterday. It was obviously not accidental as…Continue
Results: Pedals and Computers? What do you use
Started this discussion. Last reply by Terry C Oct 29, 2012. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Thanks to all that responded. A few of you picked the most popular ones straight away.A few obscure ones popped up that we haven't heard of.…Continue
What do you use? Pedals and Computers
Started this discussion. Last reply by Martin G Nov 7, 2012. 47 Replies 0 Likes
We are getting close to launch and looking at fine details now.Two burning questions that we would love you to answer are: What pedals do you use?andWhat cycling computer do you use?This will help us…Continue
VELO-PORTE Facebook page is gaining momentum.
Started Oct 11, 2012 0 Replies 0 Likes
VELO-PORTE Facebook page is gaining momentum. Jump on and LIKE us to keep up to date with developments. Many thanks to all on Adelaide Cyclists who have already connected with us. Much appreciated.Continue
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VP replied to Matt Koukourou's discussion GoPro Sale - Catch-of-The-Day"If you by one make sure you use a k-edge bar mount. The GoPro cameras are great but the standard mounts are terrible. We've had 4 mounts snap and two cameras ruined.
The k-edge mounts are apparently better for image clarity too as they are more…"
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Cycling on the other side
"In comparison, yes. We rode in Scotland 18 months ago and believe me we are spoiled here. There are less cows roaming on the roads too
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Cycling on the other side
We rode last weekend with a client of VELO-PORTE who was visiting from the UK.He loved the Adelaide cycling and was amazed by how smooth the roads were, how good the weather was and how easy it is to get to the hills.When he got home he sent me this…
VP replied to Gus K's discussion 3 Peaks Challenge, 2013 a great result for Adelaide cyclists"Never say never Paul. You in?
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VP replied to Gus K's discussion 3 Peaks Challenge, 2013 a great result for Adelaide cyclists"On the last climb my mental maths was not the strongest. At one point I couldn't remember where I got my drink bottle from...
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VP replied to Gus K's discussion 3 Peaks Challenge, 2013 a great result for Adelaide cyclists"A couple of small tips from a first timer at the 3 Peaks.
1. Remember to change the clock on your bike computer as well as your watch
2. Set your Garmin to show elapsed time (not just rolling time)
We suffered in the heat, managed the big…"
VP replied to wujim's discussion Tough climb loop suggestions"http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1667327
This was a great loop we tackled in feb with SPACE group.
It's a flowing loop with no 'up and back' sections. There are also a number of bail out options if time or legs become an issue."
VP replied to Ian Pibworth's discussion SPACE Ride - Hell of the South"Thanks to all that came along yesterday for Hell of the South.
It was a fantastic bunch of well behaved, like minded cyclists. As Ian P suggested, jump on our Facebook page for events and all things cycling. The next ride is supposed to be March…"
VP replied to Mat's discussion New Road Bike Dilemma"Hi Mat,
VELO-PORTE would be keen to help you out if possible but it sounds like the most important thing would be to get fitted properly to any bike by someone who knows how to account for your injury with your positioning in the saddle.
Simply…"
VP replied to snappy_don's discussion Do you use Shimano DI-2?"Hi Don,
We've been trialing the latest Di2 Ultegra on our rental bikes and we love it.
The biggest difference for me is shifting at the front end. A simple tap of the finger and it shifts up in a flash. The rear is fantastic too with smooth…"
VP replied to Alan Anderson's discussion Road bike hire during Adelaide Fringe"Hi Alan,
we do performance road bike hire in Adelaide (and we are Scottish too if that helps?)
Check out our website and facebook pages for more details, hopefully we can help.
Cheers,
Keith @ VELO-PORTE
http://www.velo-porte.com/ …"
Profile Information
- What bikes do you ride?
- Felt F1
Avanti Agressor
Breezer Sky
- When do you ride?
- Weekends, Commute, Mountain Biking
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Comment Wall (1 comment)
- At 12:45 on October 5, 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 various Event Calendars on this website for the next scheduled group ride as follows :
To join the Gawler Wheelers Group, just click the '✚Join Gawler Wheelers' button.
This special '✚Join Gawler Wheelers' button (an inactive copy is shown below) appears in the upper right hand corner of the ➨ Gawler Wheelers Group Page.
So, come along and try us out !
All riders are welcome.
Gawler Wheelers Contact Info
http://www.adelaidecyclists.com/group/GawlerWheelers
http://twitter.com/GawlerWheelers
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http://www.facebook.com/GawlerWheelers
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http://www.bikemap.net/user/GawlerWheelers
http://ridewithgps.com/users/31795
http://www.mapmyride.com/people/groups/44796/#info
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Email:Gawler.Wheelers@gmail.com
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