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Richard Monfries
  • 53, Male
  • Melbourne Victoria
  • Australia
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Richard Monfries replied to Cyl's discussion Can anyone help me with my work commute?
"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,…"
Apr 3, 2012
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…"
Mar 6, 2012
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…"
Dec 1, 2011
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Oct 25, 2011
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…"
Oct 16, 2011
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."
Oct 9, 2011
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"
Oct 8, 2011
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 :)"
Oct 8, 2011

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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What do you do if you suffer from Xtracycle envy?

Posted on May 24, 2011 at 3:30pm 1 Comment

 

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







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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