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ch 7 news 24-May-2012 about 6.10pm
Started this discussion. Last reply by Frank on Thursday. 3 Replies 0 Likes
Today / Thursday 24-May-2012 an interview with Stephen Yarwood will be shown on channel 7 news about 6.10pm.Continue
Cycling, Speed
Started this discussion. Last reply by David B.o.R. on Saturday. 65 Replies 2 Likes
Will add extracts from Towards Zero Together – South Australia's Road Safety Strategy 2020…Continue
Don't elect activists, unionists, or cyclists, deputy mayor says
Started this discussion. Last reply by Andrew Dickson on Friday. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Council votes against Mayor's vision on contracting out Last Updated: Apr 11, 2012 Toronto Deputy Mayor Doug Holyday is pleading with citizens to stop voting for so-called activists, unionists and…Continue
brand SA as the cycling state?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Terry Beard yesterday. 30 Replies 2 Likes
Premier Jay Weatherill has suggested re-branding South Australia:-- 891 ABC Adelaide on Thursday 10-May-2012 …Continue
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heather replied to Don (Who's lost?) Nairn's discussion Who rode today (Friday)?"snappy don, don't let Konadog read the above. He cycles in BC Canada where even colder. :)
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heather commented on heather's event 'lunchtime coffee meet-up for my birthday'"6 June was known for D-Day and now the Transit of Venus. http://www.sydneyobservatory.com.au/transit-of-venus-6-june-2012/"
heather replied to Ian Mawbey's discussion Belgian dog???"The stray dog knew where to get a feed, or was it human compassion that the dog was missing."
heather replied to Gus K's discussion More lanes being added to arterial roads in #Adelaide"David, I would not ride there with the current road layout.
Peak hour bike lanes might suit some but what about those who cycle between 9.00am and 4.30pm on weekdays? When drivers squeeze cyclists against cars parked in the non-operational bike…"
heather replied to terry heney's discussion Nice Bike Lane...."Your link took me to photo of new bike lane on Military Road. The painted line was incorrect and quickly changed, but still not the best. See photos at…"
Terry Beard replied to heather's discussion brand SA as the cycling state?"Heather I would like to support Stephen here.There are some of us who believe the MHL is one of the core issues that prevents Adelaide from really reaching it's potential as a cycling Mecca. I think it's mistake to ignore it so please…"
heather commented on Arnold Ouwerkerk's photo
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"A straight flat bicycle path without the need to look out for motor vehicles! How fast did you ride on it?"
heather replied to Andrew M's discussion Nigel Mansell breaks collarbone in road cycling crash"I have an ankle injury. More comfortable to cycle than walk, when weight taken off the foot."
heather replied to heather's discussion brand SA as the cycling state?"Can you find a pro bono anti-discrimination lawyer (basis will be health/disability) who will write a legalese letter to the Minister? When negative reply in writing, consider taking it to the media and Equal Opportunity. Would cost less than a…"
stephen replied to heather's discussion brand SA as the cycling state?"I can assure you that the minister is intent on not providing any exemptions for anyone no matter what - i have tried several times.
I have also been pulled over by the police at times and last time spent 5 minutes explaining them the reason i…"
David B.o.R. replied to heather's discussion Cycling, Speed"I'm with Scott on this one. A person who chooses to film anyone for any reason can open themselves up to civil or criminal action, but the benefits of personal security can outweigh the pitfalls. Big brother watching us is another matter…"
heather commented on Gary Mills's photo
I got too many bikes
"Ute obviously overloaded. Closer comparison of rear and front tyres and obviously steering compromised. A tropical country where shop signs in English. More likely Fiji than Indonesia???"
heather replied to Don (Who's lost?) Nairn's discussion Who rode today (Friday)?"Cycled Wednesday and Thursday to appointments and other commitments. Friday / today could opt whether to go out or not, so no cycling. When I had study commitments and my car off the road (due to difficult slow mechanics), I cycled whatever the…"
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- What bikes do you ride?
- Trek MTB - great for carrying loads while utility cycling. Plus have cycled & rough camped in the mountains
- When do you ride?
- Commute, Mountain Biking, Other
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Three cycling events in Brisbane in Sep-2011
Posted on June 27, 2011 at 20:00 0 Comments 0 Likes
The Bike and Lifestyle Show – http://www.bikeshow.org.au
Asia-Pacific Cycle Conference – http://www.cyclecongress.com
World Cycling Research Forum – http://www.wocref.org
A package registration is available and an early bird fee before 19-Jul-2011.
The inaugural Asia-Pacific Cycle Congress will be held in Brisbane, Queensland from… Continue
Asia-Pacific Cycle Conference – http://www.cyclecongress.com
World Cycling Research Forum – http://www.wocref.org
A package registration is available and an early bird fee before 19-Jul-2011.
The inaugural Asia-Pacific Cycle Congress will be held in Brisbane, Queensland from… Continue
designing a better bike
Posted on June 8, 2011 at 21:00 1 Comment 0 Likes
Right now on ABC TV show The New Inventors.
A two-wheeler recumbent; cyclist as high as on average bicycle for better vision of traffic; recumbent position for aerodynamics; but front wheel drive with shorter chain so more efficient than recumbent; a telescopic 'head stem'.
Faster than other bikes. Holds the world record for women's 100-mile speed.
Called the Cruzbike. Inventor John Tolhurst. Price about $4,500. Won tonight's episode on The New Inventors.
road safety submissions close on Fri 10 June
Posted on June 8, 2011 at 17:30 0 Comments 0 Likes
Can you quickly use the online form to ask for things that will improve cycling conditions and safety? Find the form at www.dtei.sa.gov.au/roadsafety and select 'Towards Zero Together'.
Otherwise you can email your submission to DTEI.RoadSafety@sa.gov.au
The 4MB report can be downloaded.
Otherwise, you read the extracts I chose in this file.…
Continue question for technically minded
Posted on May 27, 2011 at 21:44 16 Comments 0 Likes
How to buy or make a ruling device to show depth of potholes or utility cover-lids, while photographing? Can manage if one person holding a rule, and the other person focusing a camera to take a close-up showing the measurement. But cannot do on my own with current tools.
I carry a tape measure and flat edge (clipboard) to measure some cycling hazards I see while cycling. But there are times when one wants to photograph to persuade the authority to fix, or proof if the hazard is a…
ContinueComment Wall (144 comments)
- At 11:36 on May 14, 2012,
Tom Adams said… Thanks Heather. Do you have an approximate price for the tandem? I'm assuming we're talking about the orange one in the photo by lake Torrens.
- At 14:59 on May 5, 2012,
Phil Crick said… I've stuck some photos up on my page of the trailer, $80 and it's yours.
Phil
- At 21:53 on May 2, 2012,
Richard Manton said… Yes, getting the hang of the site a bit more now. Can you please include me in the BUG newletter e-list.
- At 20:20 on May 2, 2012,
Jackie Drury said…
Thanks Heather - not a commuter sorry, but ride lots around the city. Will look into your link.
- At 15:16 on May 2, 2012, Richard Manton said…
Thanks for the welcome Heather, and, yes I commute from North-east into the city twice a week. How do I join "Adelaide BUG", I'll probably also join Gully Grinders as they are in my local area.
- At 1:07 on May 2, 2012,
Pascalo said… Hi Heather, thanks for welcoming me.
Yes, I do live in the city. I already left feedback via the online form on "yoursay", where I also have commented on the Frome Street bike lane improvements plan before.
- At 20:05 on May 1, 2012, Tom Coultas said…
Hi Heather and thankyou for your welcome, I'm mainly a commuter rider to and from city (along those disappearing bike lanes) 3 days a week. I tried to comment the link
http://www.adelaidecyclists.com/group/adelaidebug/forum/topics/acc-seeks-input-on-its-integrated-movement-strategy
But it involved a lot of signing up and I got bored very quickly. Im unsure why I have to sign up and wait for activiation (which didn't work!!) anyhow...
I reading a great book The Enlightened cyclist by by Bike snob NYC (or eben weiss) you should read it. Coffee with Prospect BUG sounds great but I work M-Fri. Maybe another time.
I love to know how to get a bike lane on Frome St as I come off Frome Road near the zoo and hospital and my lane disappears into nothing, then I do a gutter ride for about 100 meters before it opens up again. I real black spot.
- At 10:30 on May 1, 2012,
lisa degregorio said… I'm just new to cycling really but I was put off by my experience in ride for pain riding in the city. Other events obstructing the free movement of cyclists. I had a parked car pull out infront of me doing 20km/hr + on north terrace and I had to pull a sharp stop and i ended up cms from his bumper. If only bikes had horns. This was the first time riding on the roads in the city. Not enjoyable
- At 9:25 on May 1, 2012,
Dimitri Argiridis said… - hey heather, I do cycle to the city maybe twice a week...ill check out that link
- At 20:58 on April 30, 2012,
Sharon Willcott said… Thanks for the kind welcome, Heather. Looking forward to meeting people. :o)
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