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by Strawburger
27 Nov 2012, 09:44
Forum: Road
Topic: C 25's Sunday 25th Nov
Replies: 9
Views: 2779

Re: C 25's Sunday 25th Nov

The rubber band effect was far more noticeable in the middies bunch on sunday than the fasties group I usually ride with. This could be to do with the larger numbers of the group. An observation if I may, on almost every occasion the front of the group taking off quickly from any traffic lights and ...
by Strawburger
21 Nov 2012, 07:41
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289947

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

Noog? I spot him occasionally around lilyfield on a black bike
by Strawburger
17 Nov 2012, 20:21
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Sydney - Adelaide Tour
Replies: 22
Views: 5501

Re: Sydney - Adelaide Tour

I want to to go but I have zero leave after Italy and Xmas :(
by Strawburger
01 Nov 2012, 07:23
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289947

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

Spotted 3 riders, one in the DH jersey and two in black heading down my street in Hurlstone Park at about 6:15 this morning. Not sure who it was.
by Strawburger
01 Nov 2012, 07:20
Forum: Road
Topic: Waterfall Ride Cancelled due to Gong Ride Sunday 4th Nov
Replies: 21
Views: 5071

Re: Waterfall Ride Cancelled due to Gong Ride Sunday 4th Nov

I was looking forward to shaking out the pasta legs this sunday. Oh well. Anyone doing a waterfall ride on saturday?
by Strawburger
04 Oct 2012, 09:03
Forum: Road
Topic: Australian Master ITT Crit Road racing champs 3rd - 6th Oct
Replies: 10
Views: 2291

Re: Australian Master ITT Crit Road racing champs 3rd - 6th

Well, my time reflects how I felt, very tired!!! I had a day to forget. From the start my legs were like jelly. A tailwind out and back would not have helped me. Unfortunately it was a headwind out! My times were slower on both splits (compared to last month). Looking back through the last week I pr...
by Strawburger
25 Sep 2012, 21:03
Forum: Road
Topic: Kurrajong Classic - Sun 23rd September
Replies: 16
Views: 4791

Re: Kurrajong Classic - Sun 23rd September

Faster lap times across all divisions than last year going by previous results. Higher numbers this year too. As for my report eugen sums it up pretty well but I'll throw in my perspective anyway ;) Got a good start position and held my nerve on the decent. Passed many riders on the first climb and ...
by Strawburger
23 Sep 2012, 21:35
Forum: Road
Topic: Road Race Results Log - 2012
Replies: 24
Views: 5425

Re: Road Race Results Log - 2012

I blame Caleb for all my results :lol: Slightly off topic, I still blame Caleb for all my results, especially now that he now owns a silver medal from the uci world champs today! Aug: 80th mudgee handicap 8th mudgee scratch Sept: 18th peel districts presidents handicap (Perth) 15th nsw masters itt ...
by Strawburger
20 Sep 2012, 15:16
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289947

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

Haven't spotted Justin ever on a commute, but we have ridden together twice this week!
by Strawburger
17 Sep 2012, 09:16
Forum: Road
Topic: Australian Master ITT Crit Road racing champs 3rd - 6th Oct
Replies: 10
Views: 2291

Re: Australian Master ITT Crit Road racing champs 3rd - 6th

Entered the itt only, figure i have just enough fitness not to get dropped :lol:
by Strawburger
17 Sep 2012, 09:12
Forum: Road
Topic: Kurrajong Classic - Sun 23rd September
Replies: 16
Views: 4791

Re: Kurrajong Classic - Sun 23rd September

Yeah mike, I'll be driving the beast out there so you can jump in the passenger seat
by Strawburger
16 Sep 2012, 10:20
Forum: Road
Topic: Bike Setup for Climbing?
Replies: 14
Views: 3419

Re: Bike Setup for Climbing?

Put a 12-27 on the back. It will be the cheapest thing to change and it will give you a far more pleasurable ride without sacrificing the want to get stronger. Put a compact on the front and 12-27 on the back will make you a lazier rider (ie spin at a comfortable level without pushing yourself as mu...
by Strawburger
09 Sep 2012, 20:20
Forum: Road
Topic: NSW masters Crit and road race report
Replies: 12
Views: 2766

Re: NSW masters Crit and road race report

Congratulations everyone on the great results! Report Friday: aim was to finish 2nd last or better. Ended up mid pack! Sunday: aim was to finish first lap with another dropped rider around me. Ended up holding in for 3 and a half laps and only 4 mins down on first place with 14 other riders! Made su...
by Strawburger
07 Sep 2012, 17:52
Forum: Road
Topic: Masters time trial goulburn race report
Replies: 3
Views: 1170

Re: Masters time trial goulburn race report

Hail! My gosh. Here I was moaning about the gusty wind and rain. Well done for surviving those conditions! To get an idea of the headwinds, I managed to increase my average speed by about 18km/hr on the way back in. It certainly was scary reaching those speeds on wet roads with gusts of wind almost ...
by Strawburger
02 Sep 2012, 21:49
Forum: Road
Topic: Safety and etiquette debrief
Replies: 17
Views: 6624

Re: Safety and etiquette debrief

Totally with you here rhys. I've seen the etiquette thread on other clubs forums that the riders need to call out standing before jumping out of the saddle. I guess that is a method to warn the rider behind before they narrowly avoid ploughing through their derailleur, however using a smoother trans...
by Strawburger
17 Aug 2012, 10:42
Forum: Road
Topic: Places to practice TT
Replies: 19
Views: 5073

Re: Places to practice TT

2nd hand helmet. Still same bike with clip ons. Been a while since i kitted up in full tt racing attire with the bike. Thinking about options on wheels (buy/rent)
by Strawburger
17 Aug 2012, 08:32
Forum: Road
Topic: Places to practice TT
Replies: 19
Views: 5073

Re: Places to practice TT

Yeah, i'm happy enough to do the power training on an indoor trainer, but wanted gain familiarity with the bike & equipment setup on the open road too (thus not look like a bigger fool on the start line!). I don't want to make my ventures a leisurely roll around so I want to get a decent stretch...
by Strawburger
16 Aug 2012, 20:54
Forum: Road
Topic: Places to practice TT
Replies: 19
Views: 5073

Re: Places to practice TT

Thanks everyone! I'll give Kernell a go, perhaps a crack at the waterfall ride on the weekend and if i get some time, sneak in a weekday visit to centennial. As M7 is a trek, i may defer that visit once i test out the local options.
by Strawburger
16 Aug 2012, 11:27
Forum: Road
Topic: Places to practice TT
Replies: 19
Views: 5073

Places to practice TT

Hi All, Where does one go to train for a road time trial in Sydney? I'm thinking Centenial could be tricky as i would like to go over 30km/hr, I've tried laps of the Homebush bay but the traffic lights always seem to turn red as i'm approaching a good speed. The M7 may be a goer but walkers with dog...
by Strawburger
06 Aug 2012, 10:03
Forum: Road
Topic: Mudgee Road Opens - 4-5th August
Replies: 21
Views: 4693

Re: Mudgee Road Opens - 4-5th August

Come on guys, some great results on the weekend, where are the reports??? Saturday: It was a typical handicap race for me. The pre race plan of "do the turns and don't overdo it because you always blow up with a long way to the finish line" lasted 5kms. Loads of wheels suckers snapped off ...
by Strawburger
06 Aug 2012, 09:13
Forum: Road
Topic: Waterfall ride: Middies vs Fasties
Replies: 68
Views: 13310

Re: Waterfall ride: Middies vs Fasties

Absolutely agree with the comments made. I was sitting in a similar position late last year. Amy V encouraged me to jump on to the fasties bunch with her (John, Matt, Alex & Amy). I was hesitant but i sat on for most of the ride. That ride made me motivated to push just that little bit harder in...
by Strawburger
03 Aug 2012, 09:41
Forum: Road
Topic: Mudgee Road Opens - 4-5th August
Replies: 21
Views: 4693

Re: Mudgee Road Opens - 4-5th August

Is that still the case? I can't see any distances shown for the sunday scratch races. I'm assuming i'll be doing 40kms.
by Strawburger
03 Aug 2012, 09:16
Forum: Road
Topic: Mudgee Road Opens - 4-5th August
Replies: 21
Views: 4693

Re: Mudgee Road Opens - 4-5th August

Handicaps are up: Mudgee Handicaps Saturday: Group 4 37 CHUBB, Alexander ELITEM Dulwich Hill BC 12:29:00 07:00 Group 5 66 NGUYEN, John ELITEM Dulwich Hill BC 12:25:30 10:30 75 WALLMAN, Matthew ELITEM Dulwich Hill BC 12:25:30 10:30 Group 7 108 CLEMENT, Michael MMAS5 Dulwich Hill BC 12:18:30 17:30 110...
by Strawburger
22 Jul 2012, 19:09
Forum: Road
Topic: Road Race Results Log - 2012
Replies: 24
Views: 5425

Re: Road Race Results Log - 2012

VCC 64km Winter Handicap #2 - 5th! :D
by Strawburger
19 Jul 2012, 16:00
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Tour De France 2012
Replies: 41
Views: 9981

Re: Tour De France 2012

I really think we need more drugs back in the sport, I have been staying up and watching 95 percent of this tour, but it is really boring?! We need Contador back!!!! Drugs? No. A GC rider whose team is not English - YES! English teams throughout the sporting world know how to kill it with over prep...
by Strawburger
17 Jul 2012, 20:14
Forum: Road
Topic: Mudgee Road Opens - 4-5th August
Replies: 21
Views: 4693

Re: Mudgee Road Opens - 4-5th August

I'm in. I've booked accom. The wife loves this one for the wine on offer!
by Strawburger
13 Jul 2012, 17:09
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289947

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

It's a bit of loose interpretation of DH spotted, more like DH spotted through an associate. My parents are travelling up north and are staying at Tuncurry. At the place of accommodation they noticed a gentleman on rollers in a DHBC jersey. They had a chat with him and it turns out he's a track cycl...
by Strawburger
10 Jul 2012, 20:50
Forum: Road
Topic: Road Race Results Log - 2012
Replies: 24
Views: 5425

Re: Road Race Results Log - 2012

Ahh, Alex, Wagga crit i was in E (sorry forgot to add the grade)
by Strawburger
10 Jul 2012, 09:26
Forum: Road
Topic: Road Race Results Log - 2012
Replies: 24
Views: 5425

Re: Road Race Results Log - 2012

I blame Caleb for all my results :lol:
by Strawburger
09 Jul 2012, 20:26
Forum: Road
Topic: Road Race Results Log - 2012
Replies: 24
Views: 5425

Re: Road Race Results Log - 2012

April: Hillclimbing champs - MMAS2 - 10th
April: B2B long course - 89th
May: Dinnerville - 113th
June: Wagga Hcap - 4th last (146th if all started)
June: Wagga crit - 13th

Wow, my results looks very unimpressive when they are grouped together! :)
by Strawburger
18 Jun 2012, 14:28
Forum: Road
Topic: Nowra to Sassafras n Back 90K Handicap Challenge - 22 July
Replies: 21
Views: 5302

Re: Nowra to Sassafras n Back 90K Handicap Challenge - 22 Ju

My appearance on the start list was shortlived - I'm out. Unfortunately for the TTT the wife has me booked in for a weekend down in Canberra so i'll be packing the 12-27 cassette rather than the 11-23.
by Strawburger
17 Jun 2012, 18:46
Forum: Road
Topic: Nowra to Sassafras n Back 90K Handicap Challenge - 22 July
Replies: 21
Views: 5302

Re: Nowra to Sassafras n Back 90K Handicap Challenge - 22 Ju

I'm turning up with clip on tt bars and skin suit. Only because i own them, not because i'm good at it!
by Strawburger
17 Jun 2012, 15:35
Forum: Road
Topic: Nowra to Sassafras n Back 90K Handicap Challenge - 22 July
Replies: 21
Views: 5302

Re: Nowra to Sassafras n Back 90K Handicap Challenge - 22 Ju

I'm keen too for the team time trial Adrian. Not sure on the Sunday or accomm, will check with the wife regarding travel and availability.
by Strawburger
17 Jun 2012, 15:28
Forum: Road
Topic: Wagga Wagga Road Race - entries close Sun 03rd June
Replies: 12
Views: 3096

Re: Wagga Wagga Road Race - entries close Sun 03rd June

Happy with my grading both days. Sat road race was feeling great despite my flu. It was a rare day that the bunch i was in actually worked together! We set a good pace without burning anyone out but good enough to catch limit and keep the wolves at bay. Unfortunately for the 2nd year running I had t...
by Strawburger
08 Jun 2012, 14:51
Forum: Road
Topic: Anyone rolling down to waterfall / RNP tomorrow (Sat 9/6)?
Replies: 0
Views: 678

Anyone rolling down to waterfall / RNP tomorrow (Sat 9/6)?

As the topic reads, anyone heading down south tomorrow morning?

Simon
by Strawburger
04 Jun 2012, 10:33
Forum: Road
Topic: Wagga Wagga Road Race - entries close Sun 03rd June
Replies: 12
Views: 3096

Re: Wagga Wagga Road Race - entries close Sun 03rd June

Sorry i couldn't assist with the lift Mike. The wife will be heading down with me to Wagga so the car is full.
by Strawburger
31 May 2012, 16:46
Forum: Road
Topic: Get ready to register for Ken Dinnerville race 29th 9am!
Replies: 114
Views: 119359

Re: Get ready to register for Ken Dinnerville race 29th 9am!

I remember this one. Traffic control accidentally let two lanes of traffic over a one and a bit lane bridge just as we were approaching at 45 kms per hour. Phew!!!!!! Yes, i remember that one too. My brown pants moment for the day! Some great action photos on Adrian's link, loads of red which is gr...
by Strawburger
31 May 2012, 16:35
Forum: Road
Topic: Get ready to register for Ken Dinnerville race 29th 9am!
Replies: 114
Views: 119359

Re: Get ready to register for Ken Dinnerville race 29th 9am!

Every photo i'm in i seem to be at or near the front of the bunch. That means one of three things:

1. I subliminally know there is a good photo opportunity when it presents itself
2. I spend too much time on the front
3. I hired the photographer
by Strawburger
28 May 2012, 12:40
Forum: Road
Topic: Get ready to register for Ken Dinnerville race 29th 9am!
Replies: 114
Views: 119359

Re: Get ready to register for Ken Dinnerville race 29th 9am!

My race report: Started ok, group worked poorly except for a handful of DHCC & ICC riders keeping it together. On cresting the 2nd hill climb I tried to form a selection with Adrian & Taylor to shed the bludgers but the ICC riders slowed it back down. Worth a try. Found myself at the back of...
by Strawburger
23 May 2012, 10:31
Forum: Road
Topic: Get ready to register for Ken Dinnerville race 29th 9am!
Replies: 114
Views: 119359

Re: Get ready to register for Ken Dinnerville race 29th 9am!

Summary of Handicaps Bunch 5 8:30 mins (Limit + 21:30 mins) WALLMAN, Matthew Elite Men Dulwich Hill BC Bunch 7 14:00 mins (Limit + 16:00 mins) CLEMENT, Michael MMAS5 Dulwich Hill BC Bunch 8 17:30 mins (Limit + 12:30 mins) EDWARDS, Rhys Elite Men Dulwich Hill BC STEPHENS, Tim MMAS2 Dulwich Hill BC Bu...
by Strawburger
23 May 2012, 10:10
Forum: Road
Topic: Get ready to register for Ken Dinnerville race 29th 9am!
Replies: 114
Views: 119359

Re: Get ready to register for Ken Dinnerville race 29th 9am!

Adrian can bring the fairy bread. Geoff can bring the sparklers, who's going to bring the jumping castle though?
by Strawburger
23 May 2012, 09:28
Forum: Road
Topic: Get ready to register for Ken Dinnerville race 29th 9am!
Replies: 114
Views: 119359

Re: Get ready to register for Ken Dinnerville race 29th 9am!

I'll bring the lollies if you bring the fizzy drink! :lol:
by Strawburger
23 May 2012, 09:22
Forum: Road
Topic: Get ready to register for Ken Dinnerville race 29th 9am!
Replies: 114
Views: 119359

Re: Get ready to register for Ken Dinnerville race 29th 9am!

i was about 10 min too early on that last post!

Handicaps
by Strawburger
23 May 2012, 09:12
Forum: Road
Topic: Get ready to register for Ken Dinnerville race 29th 9am!
Replies: 114
Views: 119359

Re: Get ready to register for Ken Dinnerville race 29th 9am!

Any ideas on when the handicaps will be published? Just checked the cnsw website and nothing has been posted yet
by Strawburger
09 May 2012, 16:54
Forum: Road
Topic: Congratulations Matt Wallman!
Replies: 17
Views: 4392

Re: Congratulations Matt Wallman!

Awesome!!!! Superb effort Matt, congratulations.
by Strawburger
09 May 2012, 14:03
Forum: Road
Topic: Sydney Road Titles - 26th May
Replies: 10
Views: 2790

Re: Sydney Road Titles - 26th May

Flat? Now where is the challenge in that??? :wink:
by Strawburger
26 Apr 2012, 09:12
Forum: Road
Topic: Ride: Wednesday 25th April
Replies: 23
Views: 5519

Re: Ride: Wednesday 25th April

DEC or DED?
by Strawburger
25 Apr 2012, 18:27
Forum: Road
Topic: Blayney to Baturst (B2B) 22nd April 2012
Replies: 26
Views: 7425

Re: Blayney to Baturst (B2B) 22nd April 2012

well done eleri! great stuff!
by Strawburger
23 Apr 2012, 09:17
Forum: Road
Topic: Blayney to Baturst (B2B) 22nd April 2012
Replies: 26
Views: 7425

Re: Blayney to Baturst (B2B) 22nd April 2012

which was supposed to be 162km but ended up being 145km because we all got diverted around a nasty crash on the last big hill. Yes i saw the end of that crash. Nasty stuff. The group I was in was very close to running through it. Fortunately a few spectators ran up the decent to warn riders coming ...
by Strawburger
21 Apr 2012, 19:51
Forum: Road
Topic: 2012 NSW Hill Climb Championships Bathurst
Replies: 7
Views: 2078

Re: 2012 NSW Hill Climb Championships Bathurst

Results of note, we also picked up a silver in the elite div 1 criterium! Plus a bronze in the u17 div 2 race!
by Strawburger
21 Apr 2012, 19:45
Forum: Road
Topic: 2012 NSW Hill Climb Championships Bathurst
Replies: 7
Views: 2078

Re: 2012 NSW Hill Climb Championships Bathurst

Did the hillclimb today. It was tough to keep the power going once cresting the climb to accelerate to the finish line. Haven't been feeling great the last few weeks but still happy enough with my time. Achieved sub 11mins which placed me 10th in my category. The winner of my category achieved the 3...
by Strawburger
15 Apr 2012, 19:06
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289947

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

Spotted a neighbour (from across the road) rolling in from the adventure ride this afternoon whilst I was doing spot of gardening out the front. Didn't realise he is a DH member! Must go over and say hello now!!! :oops:
by Strawburger
13 Apr 2012, 08:05
Forum: Road
Topic: Blayney to Baturst (B2B) 22nd April 2012
Replies: 26
Views: 7425

Re: Blayney to Baturst (B2B) 22nd April 2012

I'm in for the 110km. Just made the cut off time as finding accommodation was a killer! Nominated 30-35km due to been pretty sick the last few weeks and lost a bit of weight.

Also entered the hillclimbing champs but no criterium.
by Strawburger
01 Apr 2012, 09:39
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Free Stuff
Replies: 310
Views: 261387

Re: Free Stuff

Has anyone got a set of flat (no cleat) pedals they don't want?
i might have. i'll rummage around the boxes to see if i do.
by Strawburger
31 Mar 2012, 20:06
Forum: Road
Topic: Get ready to register for Ken Dinnerville race 29th 9am!
Replies: 114
Views: 119359

Re: Get ready to register for Ken Dinnerville race 29th 9am!

Hey Strawbuger, any chance I can arrive in style?
if the car is registered and finished then yes, indeed we can drive down in style
by Strawburger
19 Mar 2012, 08:54
Forum: Road
Topic: Anyone riding the corporate games? - Kernell
Replies: 7
Views: 1730

Re: Anyone riding the corporate games? - Kernell

Thanks to Mike for supplying the helmet and shoe covers. As for the event, with all the rain the transition areas were mud. So cyclocross skills were required before the ride and after it. Both myself and an NSCC rider were the only two sporting the TT gear (he also had a TT bike). Our swimmers were...
by Strawburger
14 Mar 2012, 17:40
Forum: Road
Topic: Anyone riding the corporate games? - Kernell
Replies: 7
Views: 1730

Re: Anyone riding the corporate games? - Kernell

Thanks Matt. Forgot to mention it's over at the far Kernell. I can't remember riding (or driving) down there, on the profile it looks pancake flat. Winds? Not sure. Punters? Plenty of them. For the 15km i'm hoping for about 40km/hr which is spot on what Mike said. Only additions to the road bike are...
by Strawburger
14 Mar 2012, 09:20
Forum: Road
Topic: Anyone riding the corporate games? - Kernell
Replies: 7
Views: 1730

Anyone riding the corporate games? - Kernell

Hi All, I was somehow talked into participating in the corporate games this weekend for the triathlon. It seems that anyone who rides to our work got cornered until signing the rego form :!: I dodged the swim and run legs so i'll be doing the team event (ride only). If anyone else is doing it and wa...
by Strawburger
08 Mar 2012, 10:21
Forum: Road
Topic: 2012 NSW Hill Climb Championships Bathurst
Replies: 7
Views: 2078

Re: 2012 NSW Hill Climb Championships Bathurst

Thanks for that OTT. Got me thinking hard about this one now!
by Strawburger
06 Mar 2012, 08:18
Forum: Road
Topic: 2012 NSW Hill Climb Championships Bathurst
Replies: 7
Views: 2078

2012 NSW Hill Climb Championships Bathurst

Hi All,

Does anyone from the club usually head up to this event or have been in the past? There aren't many hill climbing TT's around so i was considering heading out. I see there are also criteriums on in conjunction to the hill climb plus a cyclo sportif on the next day.

Simon
by Strawburger
29 Feb 2012, 11:26
Forum: Road
Topic: Get ready to register for Ken Dinnerville race 29th 9am!
Replies: 114
Views: 119359

Re: Get ready to register for Ken Dinnerville race 29th 9am!

I kept hitting the F5 button (reload page) from about 8:58 to 9:00am. The event didn't pop up until bang on 9am.
by Strawburger
29 Feb 2012, 08:25
Forum: Road
Topic: Get ready to register for Ken Dinnerville race 29th 9am!
Replies: 114
Views: 119359

Re: Get ready to register for Ken Dinnerville race 29th 9am!

Anyone paying with Commbank cards? Apparently there EFPTOS system is down - maybe that was it?.....
yep, i paid with commbank cards. no troubles
by Strawburger
29 Feb 2012, 08:11
Forum: Road
Topic: Get ready to register for Ken Dinnerville race 29th 9am!
Replies: 114
Views: 119359

Re: Get ready to register for Ken Dinnerville race 29th 9am!

still spots left (about 40). did you hit refresh? Looking at 26th May?
by Strawburger
29 Feb 2012, 08:02
Forum: Road
Topic: Get ready to register for Ken Dinnerville race 29th 9am!
Replies: 114
Views: 119359

Re: Get ready to register for Ken Dinnerville race 29th 9am!

entered

Update: 80 entered in the first 5 mins!
by Strawburger
27 Feb 2012, 09:45
Forum: Road
Topic: HollowtechII removal tool required
Replies: 2
Views: 824

Re: HollowtechII removal tool required

I've got one at home. PM me if you still need it so we can arrange pick up/delivery...
by Strawburger
20 Feb 2012, 08:10
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Slowies crash
Replies: 23
Views: 5127

Re: Slowies crash

Hi Marc,

I've had experience in a vehicle crash. I wrote a post about the situation. View here: http://www.dhbc.org.au/forum/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=2171

If you want any further details please pm me and i'll be in touch

Simon
by Strawburger
18 Feb 2012, 10:50
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Concreter wanted
Replies: 4
Views: 1179

Re: Concreter wanted

Thanks Dougie. I'll give those two a call.

By the way, were you happy with your builder? We are also out there looking for quotes on an extension to the house which looks like being a medium to large job.

Cheers

Simon
by Strawburger
17 Feb 2012, 15:02
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Concreter wanted
Replies: 4
Views: 1179

Concreter wanted

Hi All,

I've been looking for a decent concreter to do a small job I have (garage slab). So far none have been interested. Perhaps I've been asking the wrong ones!

Does anyone know & can recommend a local concreter?

Cheers

Simon
by Strawburger
09 Feb 2012, 07:59
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Anyone going to the Tour De France this year?
Replies: 6
Views: 2199

Re: Anyone going to the Tour De France this year?

yes we (wife & I) are thinking of heading over this year and basing ourselves somewhere, next year we will hopefully secure a minivan and travel around. That's the plan anyway!
by Strawburger
19 Jan 2012, 14:43
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289947

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

Time would be about right and the traffic there was heavier than usual. Was on my return leg on the Ridley, wearing light blue Tibco jersey. Focused on traffic and apology for not have noticed you. Yep that was definitely you then! The last time i saw you in the city you were on the Celeste Bianchi...
by Strawburger
19 Jan 2012, 09:51
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289947

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

I may have spotted Weiyun stuck in traffic on Sussex St leading into the King St path at about 8am. Didn't recognise the bike hence wasn't sure if it was him.
by Strawburger
17 Jan 2012, 20:45
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Saturday Night Marrickville Cafe
Replies: 1
Views: 798

Saturday Night Marrickville Cafe

Walking down Marrickville Road on Saturday night after some yummy Thai food, we were thinking of popping in to the local pub for a beer. We stopped halfway at the sounds of Reggae and Ska pumping from a shop across the road. Was it a private party? We headed over to check it out. I barely recognised...
by Strawburger
06 Jan 2012, 14:11
Forum: Club Kit Orders
Topic: Next clothing order
Replies: 53
Views: 19214

Re: Next clothing order

Simon removed me from the order :(
bugger sorry! :oops:
by Strawburger
06 Jan 2012, 11:26
Forum: Club Kit Orders
Topic: Next clothing order
Replies: 53
Views: 19214

Re: Next clothing order

Bib knicks $120 S JoTheBuilder M Dougie, Julio, David Lamb (1), Mark L (1) L MikeC (1), Anthony (1) XL Skin suit (specify long or short sleeve) $160 S Eleri (Womens long sleeve), Strawburger (long sleeve) M L MikeC (1 long sleeve), Craig W (long sleeve) XL Jerseys XL Scully- Womens 1 Race fit Jersey...
by Strawburger
16 Dec 2011, 11:40
Forum: Club Kit Orders
Topic: Next clothing order
Replies: 53
Views: 19214

Re: Next clothing order

Do we have any skin suits in S/M to try on for sizing?
by Strawburger
08 Dec 2011, 07:34
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289947

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

Spotted Mike coming back from his FF class in Nth Sydney. I will be also spotting him later this evening
by Strawburger
07 Dec 2011, 15:51
Forum: Conversation
Topic: is anyone doing a wiggle or ribble order before christmas?
Replies: 19
Views: 3650

Re: is anyone doing a wiggle or ribble order before christma

No dramas. Does anyone need a pair of ceramic pads? I have no use for them but if there are no takers i will pick up the bill.
by Strawburger
07 Dec 2011, 15:37
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289947

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

Rode briefly with Tim Briers as part of the commute into the city this morning.

Good to see him back on the bike.
Rode with Richard last evening. You certainly get around Richard!
by Strawburger
01 Dec 2011, 13:29
Forum: Conversation
Topic: is anyone doing a wiggle or ribble order before christmas?
Replies: 19
Views: 3650

Re: is anyone doing a wiggle or ribble order before christma

if you are going with ribble:

brake pads ribble x 2 sets

Wiggle:
brake pads wiggle one salmon, one black

did i make the cut off?
by Strawburger
01 Dec 2011, 09:10
Forum: Conversation
Topic: is anyone doing a wiggle or ribble order before christmas?
Replies: 19
Views: 3650

Re: is anyone doing a wiggle or ribble order before christma

i forgot to get some brake pads in my last one so i'll be in on the order as well.
by Strawburger
29 Nov 2011, 19:45
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Tim Briers crashed
Replies: 128
Views: 28136

Re: Tim Briers crashed

Good to hear Tim. I'll keep an eye out for you on the commute.

And yes, the new bridge is sooooooooooo much better than the hook turn or the dismount and stairs.
by Strawburger
29 Nov 2011, 19:40
Forum: Road
Topic: Calga
Replies: 3
Views: 979

Re: Calga

I was thinking about this one. What time does one get back to DH by? Would i be pushing it to be back by 12:30pm?
by Strawburger
29 Nov 2011, 19:38
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289947

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

The ox rides a red steel bike. I haven't seen it up close so i don't know the brand, it's usually going a lot faster than i am! I'm assuming it's steel, the tubing is thin and has the basic triangles. He said he rode slowies about a month ago.
by Strawburger
29 Nov 2011, 09:31
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289947

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

I sometimes come across the same NZ rugby guy on my commute. He is as strong as an ox and flies along. Was talking to him about DHBC and was interested in joining after the rugby season is over. I "Rode with" the ox yesterday morning. As per normal he flew past me on the flat. Somehow i w...
by Strawburger
22 Nov 2011, 15:49
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Race Weight
Replies: 167
Views: 45014

Re: Race Weight

Don't want to lose too much Mike!

So my wife reckons i weigh less than the cat at the moment and a good breeze will blow me away. Does that mean i'm at racing weight now? :lol:
by Strawburger
21 Nov 2011, 12:13
Forum: Road
Topic: TT position - What do i need to do?
Replies: 12
Views: 2778

Re: TT position - What do i need to do?

Finally got out on the bike on the weekend to test out the TT bars. These ones are a lot more comfortable than the previous set. In the first few kms i felt like a drunk on a unicycle, but once i worked out my weight distribution i was flying - like Luke Durbridge at Copenhagen sans talent, equipmen...
by Strawburger
10 Nov 2011, 08:03
Forum: Road
Topic: Heffron
Replies: 7
Views: 3108

Re: Heffron

I've just completed my 'Heffron' bike so i should be back there in the coming weeks and should be racing regularly again down there.
by Strawburger
08 Nov 2011, 14:00
Forum: Road
Topic: 2011 Grafton ton Inverell accommodation.
Replies: 64
Views: 20958

Re: 2011 Grafton ton Inverell accommodation.

The nutrition I used for the Grafton : http://www.hammernutrition.com.au/cycling-nutrition/ describes the principles I followed (i.e. 1,000kJ per h + .5L water per h + electrolyte + no conventional food during and 4h prior to racing + dedicated recovery drink within 5min after every hard training +...
by Strawburger
07 Nov 2011, 12:54
Forum: Road
Topic: TT position - What do i need to do?
Replies: 12
Views: 2778

Re: TT position - What do i need to do?

long story, haven't been on the bike yet. am planning on this wednesday if i can get my other bike built up by then! otherwise it will be the indoor trainer on wednesday. from what i can gather these ones should suit me perfect. i should be able to tell straight away so i can buy some (and return yo...
by Strawburger
13 Oct 2011, 13:03
Forum: Road
Topic: TT position - What do i need to do?
Replies: 12
Views: 2778

Re: TT position - What do i need to do?

Great thanks Mike, if that is ok i will try those out as well.
by Strawburger
10 Oct 2011, 10:36
Forum: Track
Topic: Sydney International Sprint GP at Dunc Grey
Replies: 20
Views: 3914

Re: Sydney International Sprint GP at Dunc Grey

Pretty good racing! For the sprints, it was as expected with Meares & McCulloch racing off for the gold. Meares got up 2-0. Both races were very close and their times through the heats were close to identical. Perkins & Sunderland raced off for the gold in the mens, with Perkins winning 2-1....
by Strawburger
06 Oct 2011, 07:48
Forum: Track
Topic: Sydney International Sprint GP at Dunc Grey
Replies: 20
Views: 3914

Re: Sydney International Sprint GP at Dunc Grey

I'm heading there with the family on Sunday. Should be a great day of racing!
by Strawburger
05 Oct 2011, 08:11
Forum: Road
Topic: TT position - What do i need to do?
Replies: 12
Views: 2778

Re: TT position - What do i need to do?

Great, thanks again all for your opinions and info! I'll read through that thorough Steve Hogg article and also take on board your comments. With all that, i should be able to get a position good enough for my purpose.

Simon
by Strawburger
27 Sep 2011, 16:02
Forum: Road
Topic: TT position - What do i need to do?
Replies: 12
Views: 2778

Re: TT position - What do i need to do?

Great thanks Peter & Mike. I appreciate the comments especially what you have to work with. The photos aren't great i know, but thats the best i can offer. Flexibility is lacking at the moment. I am trying to get more flex in the lower back. Yoga would do the trick, just have to find the time. I...
by Strawburger
26 Sep 2011, 10:51
Forum: Road
Topic: TT position - What do i need to do?
Replies: 12
Views: 2778

TT position - What do i need to do?

Hi All, After borrowing Mike's TT clip on bars, i have rotated the seatpost and pushed the seat as forward as possible. I have also raised the seatpost too. I got the wife to take a dodgy photo of me with this setup on the indoor trainer. I am pretty sure the arms are not in the right position. Havi...
by Strawburger
20 Sep 2011, 09:41
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Wanted to Borrow - Clip on TT bars
Replies: 4
Views: 1078

Re: Wanted to Borrow - Clip on TT bars

That would be great, i can also head over and pick them up if that suits too.

Hmmm, I don't think i'm ready for ATTA yet, but if i feel comfortable on them then i may reconsider.
by Strawburger
20 Sep 2011, 09:00
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Wanted to Borrow - Clip on TT bars
Replies: 4
Views: 1078

Re: Wanted to Borrow - Clip on TT bars

Fantastic Mike! I will be in touch (PM) to organise a time and date.
by Strawburger
19 Sep 2011, 16:54
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Wanted to Borrow - Clip on TT bars
Replies: 4
Views: 1078

Wanted to Borrow - Clip on TT bars

Hi All, All new to this Aero business (the leg hair is staying) and wanted to test out a set of clip on aero bars (in size 31.8mm clamp). Has anyone got some lying around that i can borrow for about a month so i can try before i splash out on a set, or a try before i buy if you are wanting to sell? ...
by Strawburger
15 Sep 2011, 10:52
Forum: Conversation
Topic: Dulwich Hill spotted
Replies: 1054
Views: 289947

Re: Dulwich Hill spotted

Saw Mike today at Pyrmont returning from his FF class at Nth Sydney. Mentioned something about me being the third DHBC rider he saw on his way through as we passed.

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