"Hi Sylvia
Sometimes the quickest and most efficient way to get from A to B on a treadlie is mainly the safest.
Check out Bikely, and in particular this route from Prahran to the City.
You'll notice that the route doesn't go over the Yarra,…"
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Richard Monfries
- 53, Male
- Melbourne Victoria
- Australia
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From Melbourne's #TheAge today: that hoary old chestnut - which is quicker for #commuting, bike, Vespa, PT, car?
Started this discussion. Last reply by brian smith Oct 9, 2011. 3 Replies 0 Likes
A funny happened on the way to work today...
Started this discussion. Last reply by stib Mar 4, 2011. 14 Replies 0 Likes
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Richard Monfries replied to DamianM's discussion Have your say on Melbourne Cyclist's future"Hi Damian
Well done on maintaining this site for a start! Cyclists in Melbourne are a disparate bunch, each with their own interests and passions. Being the home of cycling, there's a niche for everyone who likes being on a bike.
Melbourne…"
Richard Monfries commented on ChrisS's group Starting Out"Hi Carmel
Welcome to MC and welcome to Melbourne.
Cycling methodology is a rich zoo of different styles these days.
A good local bike shop will help tailor your choice of bike to your daily needs.
Your choice should come down to what you will want…"
Richard Monfries replied to The Domestic's discussion Support your Local Bike Shop at the risk of being ripped off?"When we decided to build a second Xtracycle, Dirt Works had just stopped importing them, so there was very little new stock around.
However, what we purchased online was still better than what we could have got at the current retail price of $800.00…"
brian smith replied to Richard Monfries's discussion From Melbourne's #TheAge today: that hoary old chestnut - which is quicker for #commuting, bike, Vespa, PT, car?"Usually over shoter distances bikes may be better but try that out over longer distances and things change."
srad replied to Richard Monfries's discussion From Melbourne's #TheAge today: that hoary old chestnut - which is quicker for #commuting, bike, Vespa, PT, car?"I was thinking the same thing"
DamianM replied to Richard Monfries's discussion From Melbourne's #TheAge today: that hoary old chestnut - which is quicker for #commuting, bike, Vespa, PT, car?"You're right. It is a very tired story.
I wonder how many bike lanes the Vespa used to get there first :)"
Profile Information
- What sort of riding do you do ?
- Commuting
- Where in Melbourne or nearby do you live ?
- Clifton Hill
- Now tell us about your bicycles ...
- Xtracycle, for commuting, kid transport, family outings. A number of frames yet to be built into bikes for different uses: track cycling; single-speed fast commuter; early 80s Italian road bike (a Tommasini *sigh*).
- What is the best thing about riding?
- Not driving a car
- A few words about yourself. (This bit is entirely optional!)
- Approaching half way through the allotted span, reasonably fit and healthy
- Website/Blog:
- http://the3rdquarter.com
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One Perfect Day
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What do you do if you suffer from Xtracycle envy?
Posted on May 24, 2011 at 3:30pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
Weird question, I know, but I've had it, and I've found the cure!
The answer is...build one!
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The inspiration of this woman who rides
Posted on June 30, 2010 at 4:35pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
I'm currently researching a piece for Australian Cyclist magazine on women in cycling. It had always been my intent to profile ordinary women who are involved in cycling in everyday ways, from mechanics, to educators, commuters, track cyclists, and shop owners.
Listening to their individual stories has been inspiring, and at times, sobering.
Cycling, for all it's… Continue
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