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GregPankhurst

I agree it's an incredibly slippery slope. But I'd been labouring under the thinking that the playing field was a lot more level. It was far simpler when I was able to believe the winning athlete had just trained harder or had been coached better or dug deeper. It bothers me that they may have beate...

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Yes, if it's medically supervised then it's safe, but even if they allow EPO to be in sport, athletes will still die. Why? Because of the desire to win, it doesn't have to come from the athletes themselves, sport in today's world is business, and what drives business? The desire to make money, so h...

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So we do allow doping as long as it is for reason to bring people to normal levels. Define normal in the context of this discussion? I quote from the article "shouldn’t we have to come up with a good reason that one man is allowed to have lots of red blood cells and another man is not" So...

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What tyres you running?

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But I don't think the fact someone has worked hard levels the playing field. That's kinda the problem. We like to think it's all about years of training, graft and discipline to reach the top. And this takes people a long way, but perhaps we pay too much homage to the training and graft and overlook...

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Look at the high jumper who went from complete beginner to world class jumper in literally three jumps. Not sure that fits the hard graft model....

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Yes, genetics are random or "lucky", but for me that's not really the end of it. Why would we celebrate the accomplishments of rider x when rider x has simply been dealt a massive and measurable advantage over their peers. Accomplishments must lose some lustre if they turn out to be merely...

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I found this article bloody interesting: http://www.newyorker.com/arts/critics/atlarge/2013/09/09/130909crat_atlarge_gladwell?currentPage=all&utm_source=buffer&utm_campaign=Buffer&utm_content=buffer4e4a2&utm_medium=twitter Have a read, but the short version is many athletes who reach...

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Based on my reading Ted make sure you do the ride up Ventoux from Sault. Looks the most manageable direction

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Bling is certainly the man of the moment. Notable that he won stage with no massive train or leadout from Green Edge. Could you see Matt Goss doing that?

Must say though I reckon Caleb Ewan is the future of Aust sprinting

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Phenomenal shift from Tony Martin - 174 km time trial and only missed getting the win by 20 meters. Cancellara was the driving force to shut Martin down in last half km - cant help but think he just wanted to spoil win for Martin. Would have been massive boost for Martin before worlds

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Good stuff from Bling. Won easily. I do like this vid of him

http://img685.imageshack.us/img685/6183/4ajb.mp4

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Contador is badly faded compared to the pre-suspension version. Interpret that how you will

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Well it's no Tour de France, but it's still a Grand Tour. Some fierce climbs. Decent preview here: http://cyclingtips.com.au/2013/08/2013-vuelta-a-espana-preview/ Stage 20 looks a night to watch - Sun 15 Sept I like Rodriguez, but Nibali will give it a big shake. Smattering of stages on SBS, but my ...

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Looks nothing short of epic.

Good luck and have fun

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I'll be somewhere near Ventoux with Camilla and Ted.

Nice.

What's the plan?

GregPankhurst

Yep, good showing. re: women's cycling. I Must admit that the state of elite/pro side of women's cycling doesn't really resonate with me as a concern. Such a tiny percentage of cyclists are involved at that level, and elite/pro sport is a bizarre beast shaped by TV, sponsors, audience interest level...

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then it levels out to 10%.

Levels out to 10%?? Surely that's an oxymoron

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Just caught up with Shitsville on iView. Nice work Eleri

Little bit OT what's your perspective on Negative Gearing? Was a little bit surprised it wasn't raised as an issue, but it may not be a factor

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Any updates on the condition of the lads?

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and in case anyone has forgotten what CP looks like on Strava: http://app.strava.com/activities/69592461

GregPankhurst

The catrike and I made our first Centennial park run today( thanks so much to Pete and Michelle). Was nothing short of bloody brilliant. Even managed to chug up the hill to Oxford St a couple of times (fair to say neither recumbent trikes nor myself are designed for climbing). A return to Slowies wo...

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Dare say I'll look like a stalker then - sorry Pete

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Just googled it. Seems it might be a case that they stay in the outbox until read by recipient. Can anyone confirm?

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Anyone got the same issue??

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Sizes 6 - Eleri, William K 8 - Michele M 10 - Francis Teo, Jo Skinner, 12 - 14 - Christian, Andrew B, XS - Zanzi, Toff, Tim L, Dana, S - Adrian E, Rhys, Kylie, Lindsay, Peter T, Philip L, Julio, Dougie K M - Peter Teo, Stuart, Jeremy, Peter Bownes, Marc,Craig W L - Colin, Geoff S, Greg XL - XXL Pet...

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Cheers Pete. Great to see you two

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I think questions about doping will disappear when cycling has a a good track record on drugs. So it'll be a while. ...

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Can anyone offer some guidance on sizing? I take a L jersey

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Well today saw the launch of the DHTC. The trike and I did some shortish laps on the Cooks river, annoyingly I picked up a puncture after 12km. Gee it was good to be out there though.

Captured the momentous event on Strava: http://app.strava.com/activities/64568801

GregPankhurst

Stage 15 and 18, 19 & 20 look good

Admittedly I'll be in Fiji for stage 15 and arrive back on day of 18, so for selfish reasons I hope it's 19 or 20. 18 looks best but that's a Thursday

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Works for me. Anyone chatting with the cafe?

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We got any advance in this?

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So I got a box full of parts delivered on Friday, and today Christian and Alex came around today and turned it into a Catrike. Took about 90 mins or so. These guys really know what they are doing in terms of bikes and it showed. Even though recumbents was a newish domain for both they made it look v...

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Thanks so much guys.

I'm out and about this arvo, but will be catchable by mobile 0407 221 450

My addy is 1 Osgood ave, Marrickville, and I'll be about all day. Just let me know when suits

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I'm in

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Sold on fleabay.

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I'm keen. Idea of some pre coverage cycling is a good idea. Stages 3 and 18 look the best watching but all nites will be good

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Stuart - I'd see a doctor about the state of your penis. Guys, thank you all so much. I'm so touched by the generosity, and amazed it came together so quickly. Thanks so much Eleri, Doug and everyone else who had a hand in this. The beast is ordered in resplendent DHBC red and after a couple of shak...

GregPankhurst

hi guys

I'm super appreciative, humbled, and a little embarrassed all at the same time. I've never been prouder to be a member of the DHBC

Thanks to everyone who supports this

GregPankhurst

Cheers guys. Was good to see you John (congrats on making the jump to middies) and thanks Dougie. The lounge room exercise bike is getting a flogging

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Go well Jo!

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Lo all Just getting rid of our computer table and thought a member may be interested: http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTYwMFgxMjAw/z/2QAAAOxyB0VRrtr0/$T2eC16RHJF8FFqLLpC0SBRrtrznt1Q~~60_57.JPG table is 1.5m wide and 95cm deep at it's widest. In very good nick with some minor wear and tear one would expect...

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Signed.

Last link looks naff Stu

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Big days for TdF look like nites of July 14 (Sunday) - Ventoux, July 18 (Thursday) - d'Huez, July 20 (Sat) - Annecy-Semnoz

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1. I got a Feeling - black eyed peas - Trouty

Fools Gold - Stone Roses
Champion - Grinspoon
Nevermind - Nirvana
Punch in the face - Frenzal Rhomb

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Wondering when the hat will come up

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Lucky we didn't go tonite. Goddam Italian Weather. Makes Sydney look good

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Think the TT last nite may have settled Giro affairs - bit of a bugger but Sat nite should still be good.

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will deffo try show my mug

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You just look at that bike and it screams flying 200

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That's quite funny. Not sure why you'd do 6am Sun given the group rides......

Jon's first post may have muddied the waters

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Stage 20 looks a peach. Perfect nite as well

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A trainer is deemed a little on the flimsy and noisy side, so a bike it shall be Jo

Looks like a few hundred bucks is the going rate Mike. That's fine, if so

Out on Tuesday Jo. Still lots of improving to do though

GregPankhurst

Just looking to get an Exercise bike as part of my ongoing rehab program and upcoming shift home. Does anyone have a good recommendation (either brand or store)? Looking for something upright, very quiet, very stable, good for long stints and has a decent computer

GregPankhurst

Nice to see Mike and Adrian this week. Still going to be in Ryde REhab for a couple of weeks yet, so feel free to drop in. Arvos generally best. Speak to Paul on 0422 800 501 re: timing. In terms of rehab was Back on a bike of sorts his week http://sphotos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/p480x480/563...

GregPankhurst · Re: 2013 DHBC AGM - Thursday 11th April 7:30pm Any news coming out of the AGM?

Any news coming out of the AGM?

GregPankhurst

Thanks Pete and Michelle. Enjoyed both the visit and pies immensely

See you soon Mike

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Did anyone actually see the accident? Wondering what the hell happened

GregPankhurst

Sorry this went off the rails a bit guys. Will ensure next year is a better show

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Still up for visitors guys. will be in rehab another 6 weeks or so. weeknights the best bet Liase with Paul on 0422800501

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Awesome to see Jo Adam and Eleri the other night

Healing slowly

GregPankhurst

Appreciate all the comments and good wishes guys. on the mend. may yet get back on a bike. did anyone see the accident?

Love all the visits as well. liaise with Paul 0422 800 501 about timing and location, but now in Ryde and weekday afternnoons are best

GregPankhurst

Unsurprisingly Urban Dictionary may not be the best source on this one:

http://www.phrases.org.uk/meanings/217500.html

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http://www.seabreeze.com.au/graphs/nsw.asp If there's any luck we'll run down on the NorEaster, and come back on the Southerly Buster. If there's no luck we'll be busting our butts punching into 30 knots of southerly for the last 70ks south and get damn wet for out trouble. Time will tell. BTW, I'll...

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1. JoTheBuilder 2. Adam 3. Noel 4. Philip 5. John 6. Eleri 7.Dougie 8. Chris C 9. James R 10. Karzie 11. Colin 12. Alison 13. Camilla 14. Anthony 15. timothy.clifford (will join at Brighton Fisho's, Bestic St) 16. Paul 17. GregPankhurst On the advice of Marc down the cafe post-LaPa ride, those mad e...

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His ability to pull more speed out of less power is also a function of his weight.

I also just came across this which is rather cool: http://bikecalculator.com/index.html

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Riding back took on a whole new complexion - no trains south of Wollongong this weekend: http://www.cityrail.info/service_updates/trackwork/trackwork_details?trackworkId=D3C42F11077510ADE044002128FEC996 http://www.jamberoopub.com/media/Rider_Information(1).pdf Re: the ride back. Any thoughts on the ...

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Qatar is actually rather mild at this time of year - ave max is in the low 20s. June/July is a different beats tho......

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From my memories of last year, there's an official stop at Wollongong and that's about it. That said, there's plenty of service stations and the like along the length of the route.

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If anyone is feeling daft, me, Scott and a few mates are planning to try do the return journey (or at least a decent chunk of it( as well. Not 100% sure of the exact route we'll take

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SBS have the rights this year

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Excellent read Douglas. Well done to all who went and pounded out the ks

GregPankhurst

Good call on York Lane. Had a chat to the owner, and he's happy to open up on the night (he'll also broadcast the event through his own channels). Looks like the venue holds about 30 or so, so there should be a bit of atmosphere. So the slightly more refined plan is: Belgian Beer Cafe in Harrington ...

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C25:
26.3

C28:
30.4

Middies:

Fast Middies:

Fasties:

GregPankhurst

Garmin was right because 34.6 sounds more hardcore than 34.1

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Great article by Paul Kimmage on the Lance Armstrong interviews: http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2013/jan/19/lance-armstrong-cycling For those that don't know the backstory on Kimmage, he was has publically called Pharmstrong a doper for years - they had a pretty solid stoush at the Tour of Californ...

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Good idea. That'd be handy for the Belgian Beer Cafe as well

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Oooo. Like the idea of the Ronde, though I don't know the whereabouts of much Sydney pave.

Venue ideas? Someone suggested the velo hall, but I don't know it nor what mod cons it has. I was thinking the highly exotic Wests Ashfield might do the job?

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We can make it bespoke if people can't do the three legs

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Lo All I'm a bit of a fan of the Classics races (MSR, LBL, Roubaix, etc), and this year the Tour of Flanders falls on Easter Sunday (March 31), so we've all got the day off the next day (hurrah). As such I was wondering if anyone wanted to make a night of it? Rough plan would be: (1) Go to Belgian B...

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Thanks Greg and Dougie. Let people know what you are doing seems fair enough. But drifting to the back from the front of the huge Kurnell bunch yesterday and then overtaking them would put a big dent energy-wise in a break away plan! ;-) Hey, it worked for Bjarne Riis (aka Mr 64%) Doping references...

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Others more experienced than I might have a different opinion, but I think the key here is communication. If you are dropping off, let someone know so the group doesn't send out a search party 5 mins later. If people want to break off the front for a sprint, make sure the people around you know and ...

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Got the bike back yet?

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Cheers Norm. Couldn't you have spotted me riding people off my wheel on some epic climb instead?

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Cheers guys. That DC rainmaker is a peach of a site John - thanks for that. Just need to convince the missus of the merits of said Garmin

Jo - guessing Bluetooth is there so you can upload via your phone rather than having to plug it in to a PC.

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Great read isn't it?

Still yet to start in FIGJAM, but Pete - done with the TDF book. When can I drop that back?

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Thanks Lizanne

Assuming the slowies cap is the one Adrian is modelling (in pic 4) on the website front page

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Lo All

Just wondering do we have any of those DHBC caps in the club stash?

Cheers
Greg

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Thinking of lashing out on a Garmin (in spite of the issues mentioned above). Any thoughts as to what is the go to model (200 v 500 v 800), and as to whether you need to by local because of geo-locks, etc?

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Will join you soon

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And a big thanks to Mike for being the ride leader. Quick ride report - had a crew of around 22. Slowish start picking up a puncture thru Newtown and having the worst possible run of lights possible down George St, but once we got down to the Rocks the view and tempo improved. Quick pic stop @ Lady ...

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Weather looks good. We're all systems go. See you at the cafe

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Hey all

Few more takers at the cafe this morning so we should have a good posse.

Still a chance of a shower so I'll post at 5am-ish to confirm we're on

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I know gambling isn't everyone's forte, but this did make me laugh

http://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/ent ... -interview

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Well for the price difference on the Felt you could afford to get a bike fit done (the place in Milsons Pt was great BTW) and still come out ahead. Admittedly I'd prefer the full Ultegra of the Giant than the FSA crankset. YMMV. Also don't know much about how the wheels stack up. As to the hubbard t...

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Important to have this at hand for the interview

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The forecast is looking increasingly good for Sunday. Any other takers?

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Step right up.....the show must go on....its interview time Choosing Oprah as your vehicle to tell your story screams wanting to try control the story to me. My guess is we'll get one of three versions (I've ranked them in order of likelihood): (1) A low level, veiled admission of some occasional d...

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All yours lads.

Let me know when you want to drop around the S-works

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