Gus K's Blog – August 2009 Archive (6)

The Ricardo and the frozen seat post - if all else fails have a Coke (at hand)

I have written about this before - my 1981 Ricardo with the totally seized Sugino alloy seat post. I like this bicycle a lot. It is Chromoly, quite light, has Shimano 600, metal toe clips, light cranks and is overall in pretty good nick, if a bit scuffed and rusty in parts. I want to ride it more than I… Continue

Added by Gus K on August 31, 2009 at 15:00 — 1 Comment

Law Of Diminishing Returns (via Cycling Tips blog)

Like the Cycling Tips blog from Melbourne I am also a fan of Seth Godin (check out his blog). I missed this interesting cycling related post from him but CT picked it up. I am wresting with the concept of getting a pro bike fit and handing over $100 - I know I should ... seeing the arses of my riding group moving into the distance on the hill climbs should tell me… Continue

Added by Gus K on August 25, 2009 at 23:00 — No Comments

How fashionable are you as a cyclist?

Rocket Fuel is a Sydney based vintage style hat maker. The bio says:

"Rocket Fuel are the brainchild of a fashion designer who is also a cyclist and thought that the humble cycle cap was in much need of a style makeover."

.....and I for one am really pleased at the return of the traditional cycling cap.

I am looking around for the perfect cap to buy (there are a number… Continue

Added by Gus K on August 17, 2009 at 14:23 — 1 Comment

Dutch Vanmoof bicycles - an iconic piece of Dutch culture

Dutch bicycles now available in Australia.

They are pretty stylist, cruiser brakes, intergrated lights and wear your best threads and sit up straight riding position.

To hear more about them have a listen to the BikeLove podcast from 2SER FM.…

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Added by Gus K on August 13, 2009 at 0:22 — 1 Comment

Hot or Not

via candycranks.com

Those Candy Cranks girls are really nice. but how come girls never leave me messages.

From the Your Bike Is Hot site -

Your bike is hot.…

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Added by Gus K on August 8, 2009 at 19:54 — No Comments

Custom Bicycles - an Australian enthusiasts site.

There are heaps of bike galleries on the web but this one is special. Firstly it is Australian and secondly has some pretty high standards. Submissions are vetted for truly customised bikes and excellent photography. So strict they offer tips on getting the best pic of your best bike.

All… Continue

Added by Gus K on August 2, 2009 at 22:00 — No Comments

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