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Netti Factory Moving Sale
Netti has a moving sale on at the moment. I went Tues, prices I recall: jerseys and shorts $20, knicks (long & short) $30, helmets $50 etc, they had a heap of riding jackets/vests, bibs a few Scott shoes (mainly road but a cple of MTB), camelbak bottles, a few bags. if it is anything like their Syd to Gong sale they bring stock out everyday so not sure what else is on offer. Sale started Tuesday but is ongoing 14/5 3pm to 8pm, 15/5 3pm tp 7pm, 16/5 10-4pm. Unit 39 / 1A Coulson St, Erskineville (Alexandria). Apparently the sale opens to the general public 28 May - 27June. Happy Shopping!
Can you write a brief history of riding on the northern beaches?
So... fancy yourself as a writer or historian??
For a report I'm writing need a paragraph or two (or as many as you can write really) on the history riding on the Northern Beaches. If no-one else can help will just make it up myself, but that would only be based on speculation and hear-say as I've only been here a few years 
So ideally would like to hear from someone who rode as a kid years ago, has grown up in the area and seen how changes have come about through that time.
Sorry, should have asked earlier as this is rather urgent and need something by tomorrow arvo at the latest (May 14!).
Please either email me your prose or comment with it here. Any old skool pictures you have will also help immensely. Already found flyers from MWMTB races in the 90s on their @rsebook site 
Cheers!
More laws? Yes Please
I saw the link http://ow.ly/6cHT on Twitter about some new laws about to go though in Texas "The Safe Passing Bill" if we could only get something similar here.
John.
Canberra move - week 1 report card (or - Nobbook)
Number of days spent in Canberra = 7
Number of sunny days @ 16 to 20 degrees = 7
Number of mornings at below 8 degrees = 7
Maximum number of layers worn = 2
Number of days I've STILL worn shorts = 6
Number of telecommunications devices installed in rented unit since discovering the phone has never been connected and not wanting to spend $300 to connect one for 4/5 months tenancy = 2 (mobile phone and wireless internet)
Number of times I've tried to cancel Foxtel = 2
Number of times I've been convinced by Foxtel to keep it and pay more money for the privilege = 2
Tee Confirmation
OMG... so here it is... the final tee order. Please have a look below and check that you're getting what you want and email me if you want to change it.
Hawkeye - 1 x M, 2 x L all with back print
Justin - 1 x XXL no back print
AndrewH 1 x L with back print
Harry 1 x L with back print
Graham 1 x XL with back print
ladytoast 1 x L with back print
Matt P 1 x XL with back print
Boris 1 x M with back print
Appin Three Hour Race
I am not sure of how well the Wollongong club run their races , but for anyone interested there is a three hour race at appin this Sunday starting at 9.00. http://www.wmbc.asn.au . For me its 15 minutes from home but i have only driven past there so pretty keen to have a go
I am undecided if i will do it as there is a race with CORC at Majura ......too many choices
2009 Jet Black All schools Mountain Bike Championships
Entries are now open for the 2009 Jet Black All schools Mountain Bike Championships
We are pleased to announce that Jet Black has signed on as our major sponsor.
We are also pleased to announce that we will be hosting a skills day for all participating students on the 20/6/09. Entries are now open, head to www.wsmtb.com for more info.
Sunday ride anyone?
Just wanting to see if there is any interest for a Sunday morning ride?
Somewhere fun like Red Hill or Oxford Falls Dh. Will be wanting to take the big bike & have some fun.
If anyone else has any ideas lets hear them 
Panaracer Fire XC Pro
Gday Crew
Does anyone know where i can pick up Panaracer Fire XC Pro tyres
Pref in 26 x 2.1" in red but will take what i can get??
Have tried most of Sydney shops but to no avail
Any ideas would be appreciated
NZO Knicks - Size Advice?
Hey, anyone wear these knicks?
http://www.torpedo7.com.au/products/NZSHLN7DD/ti...
What size you wearing. I'm thinking of trying 'em and that large is the way to go, but according to their sizing I'm on the cusp with a medium so... hmmmmm... advice please.
Cyclist's body found by roadside
http://www.smh.com.au/national/cyclists-body-fou...
How very sad for our community and society in general.
Winco
nobmob shuttle trailer?
So... my brother-in-law has a trailer he doesn't want any more - he is currently taking a photo of it (which I am hoping Hero Rob will post for me) but meanwhile, I thought maybe you downhillers may want a trailer to convert and use on your day trips? He wants it to go to a nice home...
Mountain Bike Nickname Generator
Mountain Bike Nickname Generator (good for a rainy day)
Plug your first and last name in, and the Generator will give you your Mountain Bike name.
Do not disagree with the Generator. It knows who you are.
http://www.route66bicycles.com/generator.htm
Mine says "der Crankmeister"
What's yours?
hawkeye off the bike for a lot longer
It's been 6 weeks since my crash and shoulder dislocation about halfway between 19th Hole and the kids playground.
It's turned out to be a lot more serious than a simple dislocation. I have what's called a Bankart Lesion and torn rotator cuff. Shoulder reconstruction is required, and I go under the knife next Thursday.
So no cycling/commuting for me for at least another 3 months, and possibly up to 6 months before I return to the trails.
Wish me well. If you're a Christian, remembering me when you talk to the bloke upstairs would be welcome.
Rex Hunt guilty of road rage with a cyclist
I wonder who is to blame here?
"Media identity Rex Hunt has been found guilty of recklessly causing injury over a road rage attack on a cyclist"
Lost Sunglasses
Lost my sunnies at the Dirtworks 100, somewhere around the finish line & presentation area I think.
They were RPJ Aust.Open Sunglasses with grey frame & lenses, If anybody found them I'd love to get them back.
Rotorua NZ trip anyone?
Well I have been thinking that we need to do a NoBMoB trip to NZ for a while now.
Time to see If people are interested in signing up for a great week of riding some of NZ's best single track (over 100km of singletrack 15 mins ride from city centre)
checkout http://www.riderotorua.com/
I have looked into flights to Rotorua and they are around $500 return. I am waiting for a quote from AirNZ about a group booking as well.
I can possibly get a house or two for the week, estimate $150 per head for the week. Plus food and cost of transport estimate $300 including a day of shuttles.
Here is an idea for Rob,
Here is an idea for Rob, when you enter a new blog, have a column for rider # so we can search for other nobmobers
Tom
Tooth rescue box availability - Kit to keep in your backpack
I have been investigating what is available in Australia and though fellow MTBkrs would appreciate this info. BTW, I don't work for this company nor do I profit from it's sale - just thought I'd share my research with you.
MTBking can often lead to accidents where a tooth is broken. The chances of it being reimplanted are normally very low. Only 25% of avulsed teeth are successfully reimplanted. This is because the tooth is still 'alive' and can die very quickly before it can be reattached by a dentist.
Vestal Virgin 10hr Entry
Hi - I entered a 2 person team for myself and Jenny for this weekend and neither of us can attend.
As such, there is an entry going begging.
It sounds like lots of fun with prizes on the course 'hidden' around the track!
If anyone is interested in doing this, please pm me, or respond to this.
Cheers,
Anthony
Motionbased Elevation inaccuracy
Dirtworks 100km 2950m elevation gain??? On the day my Garmin gave an elevation gain of under 2000 m (Polar 710 reading 1815m). Have a look at http://trail.motionbased.com/trail/activity/8150081
Anybody else experience these huge anomalies with motionbased?