A gentle reminder from the Manly Dam Rangers:

We are not officially closing the bike trail after rain this time however this email is a quick reminder for riders to keep of the Manly Dam bike trail for a least a few days after rain. The amount of rain we've received today and during the week is significant enough to result in the track becoming water logged in places.

The track dries out quickly and the amount of trail damage is dramatically reduced if riders stick to this wet weather 'rule'.

Thanks for your cooperation.

Manly Dam Rangers

Some of you may be aware of these bikes but I thought id share anyway.
I was doing a job in Rose Bay today and the client had one of these. His was the OB1 model sporting talas 36's, rp23, chris king etc. Seems a little over specced with the 36's but would make an awesome commuter with some 2.8 slicks. He didnt offer me a ride though which is a shame cause the us 12k price is a little out of my budget. www.optibike.com

Just read on farkin that over 150 letters were received in support of the Hornsby MTB trail
Nice one
He says that most were from farkiners but I bet we had a fair bit to do with it as well
There is a meeting on tonight so should be interesting

http://forums.farkin.net/showthread.php?t=153542

email me or call 0431065454

Item: Giant Trance 1 2007 model Medium size

Location: Sydney - Northern Beaches (Freshwater)

Item Condition: Excellent working order, 2 new tires, new brake pads and new handlebar grips.

Price: $2299 negotiable

Pictures: http://www.giant-bicycles.com/en-AU/bikes/mounta...

More pictures on request

Bike Specifications as per Giant Website.

size : M:18

colour : Two-tone charcoal

frame : ALUXX SL FluidFormed™ alloy Maestro 4.2" travel

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Hey all, mate and i had seriously close exp, with a Monster Brown yesterday,followed by a python. Its def that time of year to be extra aware and carry app gear...

Hey Guys,

I Accidently left my Front Wheel at the top of Oxford Falls and when I went back to pick it up it wasn't there so one of you might have picked it up.

If you did pick it up/ know where it is please contact me

0423 685 736
snippednose @ hotmail.com
9144 1601

Wheel is Mavic 729 laced to Sun USA Abbah Hub

Thanks guys

Will

I'm selling an 06 frame with full alloy swingarm. It's in rare Yeti White and looks hot hot hot! Includes a FOX RP3 rear shock, which features air spring, 3 levels of propedal platforming, and rebound adjustment. This frame is used, but in excellent working condition. It's been maintained very well as you can see by the photos that it is a very clean frame. Cosmetically it has tell tale signs of use like scratches, a few small paint chips etc. (no dents or cracks). Shock has brand new bushings installed.

I found a multi-tool on the Manly Dam trail. If it's yours please send me a PM with the description, date lost and a rough time of day so I can get it back to you safe and sound.

Cheers
Phil

Since a lot of people go away between Christmas and New Year I just want to gauge the interest in holding the years last night at the Oaks.

Tentatively we could hold it on Monday 29/12/08 or Tuesday 30/12/08, starting at 6.00pm to avoid the heat of the day.
We would ride up the Oaks getting to the top at twilight or there abouts then riding back down with lights (the sniggle is fun to do fast at night).

The distance is 54k and it will probably take 4hrs with breaks.

Will there be anyone else around Sydney during this time who is interested?

Hi,

I've just started a training program to get me fit for the Karopoti (50km) and Colville Connection (72km) both in March. Program is mixed between Road and Mtb sessions. As part of the Mtb training I need to do some hill climbing training to improve technigue and build strength, what are the best places to go for this?

Cheers,
Jay