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Forest Lake replied to Will Satur's discussion Cadel coming to Melbourne.

"does anyone know what time he will be there ???"

Aug 6, 2011

Forest Lake commented on ChrisS's event Made to Measure - TREADLIE Handmade Bike Show

"i went there today only to be told THEY ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC SATURDAY AND SUNDAY !!!! so not impressed to say the least !"

Jul 22, 2011

Forest Lake might attend ChrisS's event

Made to Measure - TREADLIE Handmade Bike Show at Royal Exhibition Building

July 21, 2011 at 10am to July 24, 2011 at 5pm

Presented by TREADLIE Magazine.Craftsmanship and design are combined in an exhibition of especially commissioned custom-built bicycles from around the country. The final selection of bikes will be based on their aesthetics, artistry and creativity. Accompanying each exhibit will be stories about the bikes and their builders.The bicycle presents the ultimate example of design in motion. For over 200 years people have engaged in the art of bicycle design. From high speed, lightweight road bikes…See More

Jul 22, 2011

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Forest Lake replied to matthew flanagan's discussion commuting from noble park to the city

"hey there Matthew! i'm in Springvale and generally ride down to Springvale station then just follow the railway line and sometimes a bit of cross country to get back to the line again when parks, factories etc stop you from doing this. Are you…"

Jun 15, 2011

Forest Lake replied to Steve Jay's discussion Red Lights, Naked Heads, Slipping Up the Left And Other Offensive Behaviours

"as much as i don't mind wearing my helmet at all i would prefer that choice (thus avoiding a fine) as i have no hair and it's days like today wear i would love to wear a hat to keep the sun off my head and to stop the rivers of sweat…"

Dec 5, 2010

Forest Lake commented on Alan Wasono's photo

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"oh yeah! very nice!"

Dec 5, 2010

Forest Lake replied to Steve Jay's discussion Red Lights, Naked Heads, Slipping Up the Left And Other Offensive Behaviours

"good argument, especially regarding keeping the ambulance free for those who really need it! :) i'd rather wear a helmet myself for safety (and to keep the sun off my head), the same way i generally wear a reflective vest at night time to keep…"

Dec 5, 2010

Forest Lake replied to Steve Jay's discussion 80s classic to Singlespeed - Bits Suggestions

"bugger!"

Nov 27, 2010

Forest Lake replied to Sandra Robertson's discussion Stolen bikes in East Brunswick

"i would look on Gumtree! http://melbourne.gumtree.com.au/"

Nov 27, 2010

Forest Lake replied to matthew's discussion Free bike lights.

"you're right, the lights are to there to help us be seen, not to help us see at night... i always wear the good old reflective vest and cars change lanes to move around me... it may look silly but hey, i'm still here to write this ;-p"

Nov 27, 2010

Forest Lake replied to matthew's discussion Free bike lights.

"i agree Matthew, i find bells absolutely useless unless riding down a quiet bike path miles away from the city.... yelling is much more affective good idea with the 'road blocks', it will get riders thinking more on a community minded…"

Nov 27, 2010

Forest Lake replied to Steve Jay's discussion 80s classic to Singlespeed - Bits Suggestions

"hey Steve, are you saying that it won't physically fit into the frame?"

Nov 27, 2010

Forest Lake replied to Steve Jay's discussion Headlights and other weapons of retinal destruction.

"love the rant Steve! what ever happened to common sense? instead of looking "cool" and looking like you ride for a team all dressed up in your lycra, why not chuck on the good old reflective vest as i do at night and have traffic avoid…"

Nov 27, 2010

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