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mechanical accident

Started this discussion. Last reply by Chris Harris Feb 6, 2011. 1 Reply

Hello all, I ride a Fuji 08 Roubaix pro road bike. On the way to work on Monday morning. Just before i go to the top of the hill. was doing about 30km. I have sheered off my rear derailleur. Have…Continue

MS Melbourne Summer Cycle

Started this discussion. Last reply by Marianne Sparks Feb 9, 2011. 4 Replies

HI all, How many people are planing on doing the MS Melbourne Summer cycle ride ?  Continue

Looking for a Saturday ride

Started this discussion. Last reply by Dragon3125 Dec 17, 2010. 4 Replies

Would like to know if there is a group of cyclist ride on Saturdays down Nepean Hwy  to Mordialloc and back to St. kilda?Continue

 

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Marianne Sparks replied to Dragon3125's discussion MS Melbourne Summer Cycle
"I want to do this ride, but haven't really got time to fundraise. I read through the entry details and it scared me a bit - seems like a big expectation with the fundraising.   Can you go along and ride and not worry about the fundraising?"
Feb 9, 2011
Chris Harris replied to Dragon3125's discussion mechanical aacident
"Eww, nasty. I have never done it on a road bike but busted and mangled a few on my MTB. Don't you hate it when people tell you should should have a spare derailer hanger after you bust one?   There a many 'standards' to choose…"
Feb 6, 2011
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mechanical aacident

Hello all, I ride a Fuji 08 Roubaix pro road bike. On the way to work on Monday morning. Just before i go to the top of the hill. was doing about 30km. I have sheered off my rear derailleur. Have done quiet a bit of damage to the bike. I was quick enough to get out of my pedals as my rear wheel became locked. I have take it to the local bike shop but they are having trouble finding me a replacement bracket to hand the new derailleur. Does anyone have any advice they can give me. I need my bike…See More
Feb 6, 2011
Dragon3125 replied to Dragon3125's discussion MS Melbourne Summer Cycle
"On my apprentice wage. I'm lucky to pay to get in...lol"
Jan 17, 2011
Cory replied to Dragon3125's discussion MS Melbourne Summer Cycle
"I didn't think I was going to be able to, (revolving kid's parties at that time) but its panning out it may be possible. It's a great family ride - provided you treat it that way.  Oh... and the first 30mins are pretty horrid…"
Jan 17, 2011
Carole Whitehead replied to Dragon3125's discussion MS Melbourne Summer Cycle
Jan 17, 2011
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MS Melbourne Summer Cycle

HI all, How many people are planing on doing the MS Melbourne Summer cycle ride ?  See More
Jan 16, 2011
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Jan 11, 2011
Dragon3125 commented on Dragon3125's blog post A dry run to work. Main yarra trail
"Well fixed the problem with the bike. Stronger tyres. No flats yet. Overall the ride is not bad. It takes me about 47 min in total with an average speed of around the 29km. Which is not bad to start off with, but I will be a lot happier if i could…"
Jan 11, 2011
Will Thompson commented on Dragon3125's blog post A dry run to work. Main yarra trail
"Hi Dragon3125, Sorry about your sit day, we all have them every now and them as long as they don't come in waves!    I ride the other way from Malvern to Burwood East and have found the  bike path along the Waverly train line…"
Dec 30, 2010
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Dec 18, 2010
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A dry run to work. Main yarra trail

Hello all, Well what a shit day, Started of good. Went for a dry run for my trip to work each day. Burwood to CBD. After riding down Burwood hwy and crossing over Warrigal Road, the road is so bumpy, I spent most of my time on the breaks down the hill. Not liking this, but its what i have to do. Left turn into Summerhill rd, right into Ferndale rd, cross over Glen Iris rd and down Gardiner Pde. onto the Gardiners Creek Trail. and onto the Main Yarra Trail. After taking the detour and stopping a…See More
Dec 18, 2010
Dragon3125 replied to Dragon3125's discussion Looking for a Saturday ride
"Is there any groups of riders around the Burwood area."
Dec 17, 2010
Dragon3125 replied to Dragon3125's discussion Looking for a Saturday ride
"Yes the Hell ride. I'm not one for going nuts at the end. Just dont want to ride alone. Thanks for the info"
Dec 17, 2010

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What sort of riding do you do ?
Commuting, Road Cycling, Recreational
Where in Melbourne or nearby do you live ?
Burwood
Now tell us about your bicycles ...
Fuji Roubaix pro 08
What is the best thing about riding?
fitness and geting out in fresh air
A few words about yourself. (This bit is entirely optional!)
I could tell you something but its more fun if you ask me the questions but I will give you a few words. Fit. Coffee. Nude. Gothic.
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A dry run to work. Main yarra trail

Posted on December 18, 2010 at 6:41pm 2 Comments

Hello all,

 

Well what a shit day, Started of good. Went for a dry run for my trip to work each day. Burwood to CBD. After riding down Burwood hwy and crossing over Warrigal Road, the road is so bumpy, I spent most of my time on the breaks down the hill. Not liking this, but its what i have to do. Left turn into Summerhill rd, right into Ferndale rd, cross over Glen Iris rd and down Gardiner Pde. onto the Gardiners Creek Trail. and onto the Main Yarra Trail. After taking the…

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