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Ourimbah today
Rainy, wet cold but heaps of fun. We went to try out Dad's new cannondale prophet for the first time today at ourimbah. steered clear of the downhill for the most part as it was just way too slippery. the single track switchbacks off to the right as you come down are great fun in the conditions. Btw whilst that new northshore obstacle does take away some technical parts of that rock garden,,, its is very fun wooshing down over it! Dad says he's really happy with the new bike so i thought i'd just post some happy snaps of after the ride:
Gazzas Crash @ Stromlo
So for those who dont know gazza had an Epic Crash at stromlo yesterday and is in hospital at the moment with dislocated elbows..it was NASTY.. poor gazza, anyway if anyone has any info/updates on his condition (bruce/steve/lisa?) perhaps you could post it here? im sure wed all like to know how hes doing...
Completely OT but - The baby sale begins...
No I'm not selling babies...
But if anyone can find a good home for a set of wheels of steel = Stanton STR8-60 DJ Turntables, about five years old I think, in average cosmetic nick from doing a few parties etc but mechanically sound. I'm not putting them on EBAY as I'm more interested in them finding a good home so if anyone wants to offer me a modest sum then PM me please. Must be a few budding Ali-G's or out there?
Happy to demo them for anyone interested.
Ta,
Matt.
(PS - At least they have wheels so almost OT...)
local social weekend ride anyone?
I didn 't know if anyone would be keen to do a social local ride - Oxford Falls, Manly Dam or even Duck Ponds, Central and Waratah (please note the Waratah addition Paul!!!!) on either Saturday afternoon after 12 or Sunday? or both!
I don't have email at home so will be on the mobile after about 12 today - can you text or call if you are interested - I will be riding unless it's pouring with rain because I am still so in love with my beautiful new bike!!!
MEEEE 
oh! 0414 534 141
GEORGE W BUSH Showground and Cascades
Well if you did not know already George went and dropped in at St Ives show ground for a quick ride of the local tracks. If you did not know GW is a very keen mtb rider and does plenty of it back in the US. As much as we hate him it was good to see him out trying some of our local stuff.
Hope all is well
Gavin
Buying Ayups - group discount
Hello all,
Some mates are purchasing some Ayups shortly, as a group. To talk Ayup into giving us a decent discount, we will need more buyers involved. I don't have a final figure to give you at the moment. However the standard cost for the regular kit is $395, but we should get the freight waived, plus a reduction in the per unit cost.
If you have not got your lights yet, why not get in on the action?
Let me know asap.
Thanks!!
Liam.
Dubya!
Seen him on the TV riding off road...
Now where was that anyone know ?
I heard he is a big time rider back in Texas!
State DH pics from Awaba
Someone posted these on MTB-OZ, pictures from NSW State DH Round 4 - Awaba September 1 and 2, 2007.
Now all you DH types are salivating, read more about Awaba Mountainbike Park on the HMBA website.
OK, OK, and you'll want directions I suppose? It's about here:
Ay up delay
Hi guys!
Just had an e-mail from Ay up saying that the delivery of the medium lights is delayed for at LEAST another WEEK!! 
They say they have heaps of the intermediate ones in stock, so I am wondering (impatient as I am) should I just get the intermediate option for the handlebars instead?
Choices, choices.... does anybody have both and could tell me how different they are? I've seen the pics to compare but they are only pics...
Cheers
Caro (who would LOVE to have had her lights delivered YESTERDAY!!) 
APEC Saturday ride?
Hi there!
I know the weather forecast is atrocious (especially for Sat) but I was wondering if anybody would be interested in a ride just in case the forecast was wrong? 
Maybe somewhere localish (Lane Cove, MD, OF, TH, guess Ourimbah doesn't count as local..)? Anyway just to get out for a couple of hours, what do you think?
Cheers
Caro
LAST CHANCE
Ok! I HAVE to place the final order for the jerseys to get them in time for the 24 hour Mont so anyone who wants one and hasn't ordered, please can you now?
Any team leaders can you check your team will all be wearing one too????
Any Fling people - have you got yours, you will feel sooooo left out when you get there and you don't have one!!!! 
ok then!
MEEEE 
chain problem?
Hi there!
Sorry to ask a very basic question but I am still getting my head around the whole 'technical fix your bike' stuff. 
I cleaned my chain after the OF ride yesterday and noticed that one of the links wasn't moving anymore. I tried to clean it, put heaps of oil on it and tried to move/bend it manually for a while to loosen it. It has slightly improved but not too much really.
Is that normal and just dirt or is it possible that something is bent (that I can't see)??
And should I replace it or see what happens when riding next time?
Cheers
Caro
New Garmin edge coming soon (edge 605 & 705)
my garmin edge has been playing up in the last few months (turning itself off during rides is the main problem) so i thought i would do a bit of searching to see what they are selling for these days. I came across some info that new garmin edge's are coming at the end of this year. Intrigued i seacrhed some more, i found info on the garmin website https://buy.garmin.com/shop/shop.do?cID=160
Mountain Man Tri-Challenge
Probably too late for this year, but stumbled across this event just now:
http://www.gloucestertri.com.au/
Sounds great, and not that hardcore either. I'm not really meant to run, but 9Kms only might be an option.
wheelset plus bits n pieces for sale
syncros dp25 allmountain wheelset with maxxis ignitor front and maxxis high roller rear tyres 20mm thru axle front and qr rear brand new,syncros stem and syncros gain bars with wtb grips,titec pyroscoper seat post and crank bros 5050 pedals $750 the lot or make me an offer on individual parts. contact through this site or mob 0405150370.thanks bri.
OT: Phone/Router/Modem FS
Sorry, this is a bit off topic, but due to upgrades I have the following techie gear for sale. All this lot is pretty much in perfect condition, it's just I needed new DSL modem (supporting Annex-M) so got an all in one device. The GF wanted a phone with headset socket so out go the otherwise perfect Panasonics:
DECT cordless phones: Panasonic KX-TG1822. Two handsets with digital answering machine. Complete and boxed.
urban assault - cool spaces?
Hi.
Last night and also last thursday a mate and me did a bit of an "urban assault" ride.
Living in annandale (i know, NOT northern beaches, oops) I'm pretty lucky as i can be down on Jubilee park in glebe in minutes. There is a great path along blackwattle bay, and from there i can be in darling harbour in less than 10 minutes.
For Sale: 2007 Specialized Stumpjumper Expert FSR - Mint Condition
Absolute mint condition. Used 3 times:- twice on the road and once offroad. Size Small. Make me an offer as I would like to buy a freeride bike. Check out the Specialized website : http://www.specialized.com/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spi...
Pic: http://nobmob.com/node/2864
Specs:
FRAME: FSR M5 manipulated alloy frame w/ Transform monocoque TT, sealed cartridge bearing pivots and rear shock mount, carbon reservoir mount, replaceable derailleur hanger, two sets of water bottle bosses, disc only, 120mm travel
Manly Dam Bike Trail Open
Hurrah!
Thanks again to all who kept off the trail during and after the wet,
Nicole
