Forum: Australia
October 5th 08, 11:28 AM Posted to aus.bicycle
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Replies: 17
Views: 773
Magpie Attack Protection
Good sunnies doesnt always help. I had one strike underneath the sunnies -
bled so much that my water bottle was alonst completely covered from the
blood running out. Rode into the emergency dept....
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Forum: Australia
August 12th 08, 12:45 PM Posted to aus.bicycle
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Replies: 5
Views: 701
objects thrown from car
Riding home from the shops last night. Someone threw an object at me from a
car. I think it was an egg, not sure - was dark so hard to tell. They missed
anyway. I was just riding along in a...
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Forum: Techniques
May 26th 08, 10:52 AM Posted to rec.bicycles.tech
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Replies: 1
Views: 336
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Forum: Australia
May 25th 08, 11:11 AM Posted to aus.bicycle
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,433
electric assisted bikes??
Hello all,
Some questions on electric assistance.
My wife has never done much riding. She wants to ride the bikes downtown to
do our shopping (petrol saver). We tow a trailer which the child rides...
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Forum: Techniques
May 19th 08, 04:39 AM Posted to rec.bicycles.tech
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Replies: 4
Views: 385
high powered torch as a headlight
Hello,
Thinking about getting a high powered (Cree LED emitter) torch as a
headlight. 200+ lumens output.
I dont expect it to be as good as a bicycle headlight with similar lumen
output (eg....
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Forum: Australia
May 17th 08, 11:07 AM Posted to aus.bicycle
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Replies: 8
Views: 921
using a high powered torch as a headlight??
Seen the deal extreme site. THinking of getting the triple cree light they
have.
I have a dinotte tail light. It is very, very good - gets everyones
attention. But just wasnt sure if I wanted to...
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Forum: Australia
May 16th 08, 01:10 PM Posted to aus.bicycle
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Replies: 19
Views: 858
Wireless bike computers
picked up one from Aldi for $15 recently. Does the job well!
wrote in message
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Hi all,
my computer...
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Forum: Australia
May 15th 08, 09:16 PM Posted to aus.bicycle
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Replies: 8
Views: 921
using a high powered torch as a headlight??
Hello,
Thinking about getting a high powered (Fenix with a Cree LED emitter) torch
as a headlight. 200+ lumens output.
I dont expect it to be as good as a bicycle headlight (eg. ayup/dinotte),...
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Forum: Techniques
February 24th 08, 04:23 AM Posted to rec.bicycles.tech
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Replies: 9
Views: 385
SRAM compatibility
Hello all!
Does anyone know how compatible SRAM Force and Rival are with Shimano? Their
website doesnt appear to give a clear answer (from what I found anyway).
Can a SRAM cassette or chain be...
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Forum: Australia
February 10th 08, 03:07 AM Posted to aus.bicycle
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,157
groupsets for time trial (or triathlon) bikes
Hello!
Anyone seen on-line retailers selling groupsets for the time trial/triathlon
style of bike at reasonable prices?
(eg. not the STI levers, bu the traditional style of lever mounted on the...
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Forum: Australia
February 7th 08, 11:19 AM Posted to aus.bicycle
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,739
Sheldon-Brown-RIP
But what is going on? Cycling is supposed to keep you fit and healthy
yet he was only 63 and suffered a heart attack
A 65 year old friend who cycles 60 miles a day and is built like a
...
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Forum: Australia
December 31st 07, 09:18 AM Posted to aus.bicycle
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Replies: 35
Views: 1,485
Cost of Bike Gear in Australia
So does anyone know how Apple gets away with it for Ipods? There are the
same price everywhere - no discounting.
"John Henderson" wrote in message...
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Forum: Australia
December 29th 07, 10:01 AM Posted to aus.bicycle
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Replies: 1
Views: 508
tube deals??
Hello!
Anyone know of any cheap deals on road bike tubes? Torpedo7 dont have the 10
packs on their site anymore.
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Forum: Australia
December 7th 07, 09:45 AM Posted to aus.bicycle
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Replies: 12
Views: 680
buying a cheap road bike
Tried ebay. Hasnt been much use. I was winning in one auction - but got
outbid in the last 10 seconds.
I live in a rural area. Most bikes are saying pick up only - or are charging
big money for...
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Forum: Australia
December 6th 07, 11:15 AM Posted to aus.bicycle
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Replies: 12
Views: 680
buying a cheap road bike
Hello all
I'm looking for a cheap road bike - must have triple chainring, as the
intention is to tow a trailer.
Anyone have any experience with the cheapest Cell bike, or the Shimano S2200...
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Forum: Australia
November 25th 07, 11:40 AM Posted to aus.bicycle
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,273
ultrasonic cleaners
That is why I was asking! Just wondering if it would be worthwhile.
I use kero to clean the chain at the moment - would this work in an
ultrasonic?
"heh heh" not@here wrote in message...
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Forum: Australia
November 24th 07, 11:30 AM Posted to aus.bicycle
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,273
ultrasonic cleaners
I have heard about using ultrasonic cleaners to clean a chain.
Has anyone here used one? What fluid do you use in it?
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Forum: Australia
November 20th 07, 11:46 AM Posted to aus.bicycle
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Replies: 10
Views: 938
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Forum: Australia
November 9th 07, 11:08 AM Posted to aus.bicycle
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Replies: 31
Views: 1,710
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Forum: Australia
November 9th 07, 11:03 AM Posted to aus.bicycle
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Replies: 31
Views: 1,710
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Forum: Australia
November 4th 07, 11:01 AM Posted to aus.bicycle
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Replies: 8
Views: 543
Magpies
Had exactly the same problem at my place!!!!
I put my bike shoes on at the end of my driveway (so I am not walking on the
cleats)
And while I put my shoes on - the magpie is swooping!!! He then...
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Forum: Australia
October 28th 07, 02:59 AM Posted to aus.bicycle
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Replies: 1
Views: 450
wanted a 2nd hand road bike
Hello
Anyone know of anyone selling a second hand road bike in the South East QLD
region?
I have particular requirements.
MUST MUST MUST - be triple chainring. I need low gearing for towing.
My...
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Forum: Australia
October 28th 07, 02:57 AM Posted to aus.bicycle
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Replies: 5
Views: 585
anyone using dinotte lights
I've just ordered a taillight.
ANyone using the front lights, and in aprticaulr the helmet mount?
Any comments?
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Forum: Australia
September 21st 07, 01:18 PM Posted to aus.bicycle
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Replies: 1
Views: 475
anyone seen polar accessories cheap
I'm looking for a S-series speed and cadence sensor.
ANyone had any luck getting them cheaper than the $85-99 charged by many
on-line retailers?
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Forum: Australia
September 11th 07, 08:04 AM Posted to aus.bicycle
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Replies: 34
Views: 1,327
car vs bike commuting on 'the car show'
It is people like Glen RIdge causing the problem in the first place.
Public transport is cheaper and quicker, yet he still says he wants to drive
the car! Big cause of the traffic problems...
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