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2010 Giant Catalog
The complete Giant catalogue for 2010 is online here http://www.giant-bicycles.com.au/emag.html . I has got all the specs for all of the bikes but not the prices.
They haven't got rid of the reign as many people thought they would.
Racing DVD's
Does anyone out there know of a DVD i can throw on while i participate in my new sport of Indoor bike training . I have a copy of the 2006 24 hour solo (where Craig Gordon proves Aussies are the toughest riders) and love the helmet shots . I kinda know the ending now and need more inspiration , and single track action . There are a few freeride / dirtjump DVD's but these dont help as i seem to like to ride to racing and single track better
Thanks
Wayne
Mike Baird is helping us!
http://www.mikebaird.com.au/interactive/manly_ne...
Wednesday, 12 August 2009
Manly MP Mike Baird is today meeting with the Environment Minister Carmel Tebbutt to find a solution that would give mountain bikers access to sustainable tracks but ensure the environment is protected.“I believe a win-win situation is possible. Our national parks must be protected but they should also be enjoyed,” Mr Baird said.
Manly Daily reporter meeting
Went down today at 2pm, ended up just being the photo side of the reporting for a new article in the MD, was about 15 mtb riders there for the photo,he took about 100 shots so should be an allright photo when the article goes to print,asked him to contact robin for any questions,and he said that he has.
cant wait for the article...front page?
Awaba Ride?
Does anyone know if the XC loop at Awaba is open to ride?
If it is would anyone be keen to check it out? I was thinking August 22nd?
Entries open for 2009 Capertee-Challenge 26/27th September
Entries have just opened for 2009 Capertee-Challenge 26/27th September at www.capertee-challenge.com . I did it last year and it was a lot of fun and the two 50km+ loops over saturday afternoon and sunday morning is an interesting way to wind down from the more difficult 100km Mogo ride whilst keeping fitness.
Dragging Disc Rotor Issues
Hi Guys,
My bike has started to develop an issue with the rear disc rotor rubbing against the pads.
Mountain Biker Wins Road Race! Roadies left behind in the sprint. NICE ONE!
Mountain biker wins road race on his hardtail
Whyte racer Luke Smith surprised the locals when he won a South African road race on his hardtail mountain bike (ATB Sales)
More here: http://www.bikeradar.com/news/article/mountain-b...
Weekend ride - Ideas Please
There are 5 of us all on XC hardtails and we're looking for an adventure so roughing it isn't a problem. Mix of technical and firetrail would be ideal. Four hours drive from Sydney and 50KM riding distance would be the max.
We were thinking of Mt Stomlo but it's closed when we've got our leave passes so we'd like some other recommendations! Suggestions?
2010 jamis bikes WOW
damn here are a few pics of the bikes the 29er carbon hardtail is my pic and the purple jamis parker enjoy...
Show your support for LCNP trails!
Next week (Aug 18) there will be a NPWS public meeting regarding the LCNP plan of management. As previously discussed, and as per the meeting here:
If you care about riding in LCNP or other Sydney parks it's important to turn up and show your support. Please make time and come along if you can.
I guess they are expecting a large turnout as you must register your intent to show up at this meeting, by one of these methods:
Email [email protected] (preferred)
Tel: 02 8448 0400
All good? See you there!
Fitter than I thought. Angry Dr ticket wanted Please
Hi All,
I competed at the 12 hour on Saturday and realised that I am fitter than I thought.
I was wondering if anyone had an unwanted Angry Dr ticket? Please
Cheers
Matt
Need a lift to the 3 Ring Circus ride?
Hi
Does anyone need a lift to 3 Ring Circus event? I'm driving down Saturday morning and looking for some company. Plan is to leave Balgowlah at 6am, arriving around 8am. If you're keen and live on the Northern Beaches let me know and we can work out logistics. Sharing petrol cost would be good.
Cheers
Paul
SRAM Power Link Recall
Received this mail from Jenson over the weekend:
SRAM has announced a voluntary recall of some PowerLock 10sp chain connectors. The affected products were sold separately with the connector by itself, and also as a connector that was included with a SRAM 10sp chain. The connecting link can fail, which could lead to a loss of control of the bicycle.
Although SRAM indicates that the potential for failure is low, out of an abundance of caution we are sending you this message and request that you promptly inspect your PowerLock connecting link:
Liverpool Council Bike plan call for submissions
Guys, just a headsup.
Liverpool council has produced a draft cycling plan and it is now open to public comments until August 19th.
http://www.liverpool.nsw.gov.au/LCC/INTERNET/me....
The plan mentions every form of cycling except MTB! Amazing when you consider how many young people live in that area, and the proximity to council bushland and reserves.
Now is the chance to be heard. Might also be a good idea to submit the excellent Nobmob Oxford Falls document as a reference item, since it covers many of the general social aspects of MTB.
Wollombi Wild Ride
Hi all
Was up Newcastle way this weekend and was chatting to a couple of fellow MTBr's who were telling me about the Wollombi Wild Ride.
Just checked it out on the net. Fun event starting/finishing from the infamous Wollombi Tavern.
3 Categories - Novice 15k, Intermediate 30k, Intermdeiate / Advanced 60K rides. The Tavern is putting on a band etc starting at 1pm after the event. Event is all for charity - Hunter Prosotate Cancer Alliance So for a good cause too.
Here is an extract of the event blurb.
Sunday NobMob Scummers
Spotted incognito early at West Head all looking very roadie-fied.
How do I know? Well. erm, mighta been doing the same thing lol.
You know who you are!!
Ourimbah: Carpool available for next Saturday
Carpool available to Ourimbah for next Saturday's ride. 2 spare spaces on rack.
Leaving Lindfield / Chatswood area around 8:30 am. Arrive 9:45 am.
Call or PM me if interested.
Rgds, Hans
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Happiness is a warm shock.
Black VU series III SS Ute For Sale
One of my friends is going overseas so wants to sell his ute – PERFECT for bike travelling!
Its a black VU series III SS, lowered, tinted windows, 19in mags, auto, 146,000k and he wants about $15,000 for it ... yes! its cheap but he wants to go!
MEEE 
Andersons + the oaks
How much training does one need to train to ride these trails? (Andersons + the oaks)...I 've heard they are tough? Am i kidding myself?
technique for manly dam steps?
Hey all, first time poster. My question is about riding up the steps at manly dam (eg, http://nobmob.com/node/5597), the point being that I can't. Any tips for young players? Ride it fast? Lift up the front wheel? Lean forward? Lowest gear or slightly higher?
Cheers for any help.
bike service
Hope this is the right forum for this.
I've had two services from a bike shop on the Northern beaches - both of which have been terrible (same shop, I thought the first bad one may just have been a one off). Can anyone recommend a good service shop on the Northern Beaches that do a thorough job - I am not a mechanic and expect the service person to be able to tell me if I need something replaced.
Last place didn't check the rear pads - found out half way through one of the manic down hill bits on the Dirt works 100!!
Cheers
frame respray
looking for some advice on getting a frame sprayed. Doing it myself is not an option living in a shoebox in the city so if anyone can recomend a place and give me rough idea on cost/time etc that would be great. looking to get a steel frame rigid fork powder coated. Thanks in advance Bri.