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Singleton 3hr photos
Hi Guys, I spent the morning snapping off a few shots for all the people that made the effort to come ride our little track.
http://s133.photobucket.com/albums/q56/jaseh1000...
Copy them if you want, I'm no profesional but there are some good ones in there along with some clangers.
appin
anyone ridden it today (sunday)? if so, whats the trail like? keen to go tomorrow if trail is ok.
Giant rims
Giant have made their own rims and installed them on the 2011 anthems
Does anyone know if these rims are good for cross country riding??
S&S C grade reversal corner
Just started a bit of work on our new DH trail. Skinny Mal and the crew have been going gang busters doing all the hard work just went up today to do a bit of the fiddly stuff.
It all starts with a fast naturally cambered section and then swings up into this corner.
This gives us a natural grade reverse to help control water but has the issue of having the possibility of water sheeting across the trail in the braking and turning zone
Hill repeats, anyone?
Check out the views at 2:12, 3:43 and 6:26... anyone care to guess how many are attempting the climb?
Rain Rain ....... go away, Perimeter Track update
Hi everyone,
Last night at Terrey Hills we received 130mm of rain and still counting, so that is over 200mm for this week. The poor old perimeter track has not recovered too well in recent months, so once the sun comes out ...... please ride from the Japanese school onwards to give the track some time to dry out from Nerang ave to the school as it is a real swamp in several places.
Cheers
Ourimbah
Anyone know what state Ourimbah is in? Anyone care to guess what condition it would be in by Thursday. Both XC and DH.
Cheers
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National XC Round at Awaba
Its been shared that Awaba and HMBA will be hosting the final round of the National XC and DH series. The weekend is 3/4th of March.
Its a long way off, but I would encourage everyone to get it in their calendar. Its great to have a round so close to Sydney, and so accesible. Its a chance for everyone to see (and cheer on) the best local athletes as they go against the best in Australia. Home track advantage is hugely important on such a tight track. There will be a bunch of NobMobbers racing and maybe one or two winning.
Headset ...
Hi guys,
Need to pick your brains again, this time about headsets. The bearing in mine seems to be worn, at least there is noticeable resistance when turning the handlebars and when I try to carefully adjust the headset I need to compromise between looseness and friction.this has been getting gradually worse over the last couple weeks.
The frame is a Scott scale 30 from 2006 and the headset is FSA (not sure which one) my understanding is that this is a semi recessed HS?
When these are worn, do you usually replace the whole unit or is it as easy as popping a new bearing in.
Newbie!
G'day all. Been in touch with Ray at WSMTB and he suggested this site. Must say, Loving it already. Don't do a lot of this forum malarky, in fact..neverrrr haha but gotta start somewhere huh?! 
Just sayin hi, and looking to get some group/partner rides in at some time. Am flexible with my time as I'm self employed. If my mahoosive cold/man flu shifts by Sundee I'll head to Yeller and give it a crack as a day rider, but I can already see me parting with my hard earned for the full membership!
Bottom Bracket Bearing worn - Giant Anthem X3
My bottom bracket bearings are worn and need replacing. Can anyone advise what I should do. Repair or replace.
The current BB is Shimano Deore integrated outboard??
If replace, replace with what?
Thanks
Travel insurance for overseas competitions
Hi,
I'm entering my first international event, the Vanuatu Adventure Race. I'm having trouble finding a suitable travel insurance and I'm hoping someone here has a suggestion. All of the policies I have looked at (>20 of them!) have specific exclusions for anything resulting from participation in any race other than a foot race. As an adventure race includes mtb (and kayaking etc) these policies won't cover me for any medical treatment, evacuation or income loss if I am hurt during the race.
Cycling Express promise to price match CRC and Wiggle
Hi
Anyone heard or used this site www.cyclingexpress.com, making these bike claims.
Site looks new with limited products at the moment, prices look ok.
Based in Melbourne.
Great TDF photos from week 1+2
Sport & Rec Grants open now
Sport and Athlete Development Program grants, and Sport and Recreation Participation Program grants, are now open. Applications for both programs close mid August.
Sport and Athlete Development Program grants
What are the objectives of this program?
1. Increase regular and on-going participation opportunities in sport, recreation or structured physical activity in a sustainable manner.
2. Address barriers to participation in sport, recreation and structured physical activity.
Bermagui Dirtsurfers Mountain Bike Park is Closed for Logging
Anyone thinking of a MTB trip down the South Coast can kiss this excellent XC track off your list.
Unfortunately the day has finally come that the mountain bike park is going to be logged. We have been given notice by Forest NSW that logging is expected to commence on 18 July 2011, we have not been informed what the completion date is to be.
Giant Anthem choice
Hi, I am considering and upgrage from an Anthem X3 and after some advice on this.
Looking at a 2nd hand Anthem XO 2009 http://www2.giant-bicycles.com/en-au/bikes/mount....
In good condition with very little off road use, if any. Upgraded to FOX RL100 w/ REMOTE LOCK-OUT and XTR Crankset
or
A NEW Giant Anthem X1 2011 = 12 months free servicing (Time saver!!)
Thinking the 2011 Anthem X1 - being brand new with the new frame design
Any thoughts?? - Both are same price
National Parks - Sydney North
Local rider reps met with NPWS last week to discuss where things were at and also talked with contacts in State Government. This has been ongoing since we initially met with NPWS and policy advisors in 2009 http://nobmob.com/node/11175.
We were informed that recent meetings had taken place with Mike Baird (State Treasurer, whom has been helping us last few years) and the Office of Environment (formerly DECCW, under which NPWS resides) and all was positive.
Appin Track Condition??
Hi Folks,
If anyone rides Appin today, please update the trail statues. I am hoping to go down tomorrow morning but given it is about a 90 minute drive, I wanted to get an idea of how wet the track id.
Thanks
Ian
links
I am quite keen to understand this subject better. However, best `literature' I could find browsing internet is DW-link original patent only - which is not the most exciting read.. Anyone knows any other good resources? Maybe a publication, a survey, anything that goes beyond "words, words, and words.." alas.. too much rubbish hype in this area..
I'd be very keen to learn on knowledgeable people opinions on the modeling ideas in this subject.
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Average age of mountain bikers
Does anyone have any statistics on the average age of mountain bikers on the Northern Beaches, greater Sydney and NSW. I am sure there are some stats around?
The Warringah Survey made me think of this?
RNP track work day scheduled for this Saturday
Hi all,
Sorry for the late notice but just a reminder that we have a track work day scheduled for this Saturday.
I’m going to get some good quality crushed sandstone dumped up at the northern top end of the single track, so any of those sites that need patching can be done. Or would it be better to have some dumped next to the railway tracks as well?
Patsy will be taking you so at least you’ll get a decent morning tea for a change.
BC Bike Race 2012
What are you doing in late June/Early July next year?
http://vimeo.com/26360397">BC Bike Race 2011 - The Race from BC Bike Race on Vimeo.
I've got my entry.....jealous much?