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Melbourne to Yarrawonga
Started this discussion. Last reply by Steve Jay Feb 5, 2010. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Has anyone done it and can recommend a road route they've used ?Its just past sheparton and Banella and i figure these are places people may have rode out to before.Looking to head up there possibly…Continue
Help me find a roady
Started this discussion. Last reply by Steve Jay Nov 5, 2009. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Can anyone recomend any good road bikes they might have seen good deals on at the moment with the following specs;Size 53ishMin Shimano 105 throughout but am happy will eqiv Compagnia ( I dont need…Continue
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Andrew Craick replied to Chris's discussion Knocked of Bike in East Caulfield"Almost exactly the same thing happened to my wife a couple of days ago in Brunswick on Ewing Street.
Almost exactly the same, riding through the round about in the middle of the lane (taking ownership) so as to not allow cars to pass (as…"
Steve Jay replied to Andrew Craick's discussion Melbourne to Yarrawonga"You've inspired me to look into trying it. (after my April wedding)"
Andrew Craick replied to Andrew Craick's discussion Melbourne to Yarrawonga"Well i made it.
Unfortuently it was over two days due to the heat. I left at 5am but it was about 38 degrees by about 11am so i call it a day in Shepparton and grabbed a hotel with a shower and Spa for the night. Did the rest the trip next day from…"
Andrew Craick replied to matthew's discussion Automated bike parking in Tokyo"Recently in Tokyo and the bike problem is way out of hand especially around the subway and shopping malls. Bikes dumped just everywhere and not chained to anything as most have built in wheel locks. Nearly every one of them has a pink council fine…"
Steve Jay replied to Andrew Craick's discussion Melbourne to Yarrawonga""in 45+ heat that could be a bit much of an ask"
Hydrate properly and you'll be fine. Drink a litre of water and eat a banana every 35km and you'll feel like superman."
WalkingMelways replied to Andrew Craick's discussion Melbourne to Yarrawonga"G'day Andrew
Have not done the whole thing but have done part of it.
Grab a VicRoads directory, or use an online map application such as street-directory.com.au, for assistance.
Head up High Street/Epping Road. This leads you out to Wandong.…"
Andrew Craick replied to ChrisS's discussion Cyclists do not have the same rights as motorists on roads *canned laughter*"From what i've read his attitude seems to be a wide spread in old Syndey town. Considering the polys have such dim witted views its no surprise the rest of the town does too. His attitude appears to be 'unless pollies get big praise from…"
Andrew Craick posted a discussionMelbourne to Yarrawonga
Has anyone done it and can recommend a road route they've used ?Its just past sheparton and Banella and i figure these are places people may have rode out to before.Looking to head up there possibly over 2 days in late January to meet some friends. The wife will be driving support so I wont have to carry much. Idealy i'd like to do it in one day but in 45+ heat that could be a bit much of an ask.ThanksSee More
Steve Jay replied to Andrew Craick's discussion Help me find a roady"Riding on the brake hoods is a bit uncomfortable, but glove choice and fine adjustments to were you put your hands will find a good spot eventually. I made the transition from MTB back to road 2 years ago (after 20 or more on MTBs) and the flat bar…"
Andrew Craick replied to Andrew Craick's discussion Help me find a roady"just picked up my Scott Speedster S10 today. All Ultegra apart from the brakes. RRP at 2700 and purchased for 2250 which fit right in with the budget.
Pretty happy with it for my first ride. The LBS didn't do a great job setting it up with the…"
Andrew Craick replied to Andrew Craick's discussion Help me find a roady"Looks like a good bet. What sort of assemblys required ? Is it just handlebar/stem/peddles and attach wheels ?"
Andrew Craick replied to Andrew Craick's discussion Help me find a roady"awesome and thanks guys !!!"
Martin Whitham replied to Andrew Craick's discussion Help me find a roady"Hi Andrew,
Not sure if you've considered this, but I've just imported a bike from my native UK. The pound is in a shocking state at the moment, so you might see some great deals. Check out chainreactioncycles and wiggle online. Remember…"
Steve Jay replied to Andrew Craick's discussion Help me find a roady"If you're reasonably self-sufficient with maintenance, check out Cell Bikes. Their 2010 Team model is a 7005 aero frame with carbon fork, 105 throughout, R500 wheels and priced at $1499 plus freight. They compare the 2009 Team specification to…"
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