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Bureaucrat's Errors Mean closure for Manly Dam
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Update 17/2: Press coverage of this:
http://manly-daily.whereilive.com.au/news/story/...
http://manly-daily.whereilive.com.au/news/story/...
http://manly-daily.whereilive.com.au/news/story/...
http://manly-daily.whereilive.com.au/news/story/...
Update 22/2: Warringah Council issue a FAQ "...in response to many letters and emails received..."
Update 24/2: Track will be re-opened to riders but at the expense of walkers. Press coverage here:
http://manly-daily.whereilive.com.au/news/story/...
I just don't know how to put this, so am going to just get straight to the point:
Manly Warringah Council have decided that due to a bureaucratic error that happened many years ago the single track sections of the Manly Dam circuit have never actually been technically legal riding. As such, instead of turning a blind eye, or deciding to make an extra effort to work around what is their mistake, they are to penalise riders by closing sections of the track.
If you look at the linked map, it's obvious that the circuit is basically unridable given this decision.
They are sighting safety concerns for this, but that is a complete joke as, as far as I'm aware there have been no documented incidents involving riders and another party there. I spoke to the Mayor on Wednesday night who admits this isn't an issue as he is aware of "only one incident in 5 (or is that 10?) years" (he wasn't sure of the timeframe).
Please take a look at the closed sections on the map (and you note the map says that 'Penalties Apply') and steer clear of these tracks.
Reading the release it seems this will be discussed at an extraordinary meeting of the council Mar 23 to discuss this. I'd advise anyone with interest in riding Manly Dam to attend. You might also like to email or call councillors (their contact details are available on Warringah's Elected Council page) with your views on this.
Please see the attached map, and full press release below:
Urgent Help - Magura Marta - SORTED
Hi everyone.
UPDATE - the great guys at Jet Black, in association with the Trek Store at Rouse Hill came to my rescue at the last minute. My wonderful girlfriend drove out to Rouse in the rush hour and picked up 2 x sets of pads with the shop due to close in 1minute.
Thanks to everyone who came with suggestions and generous offers - overwhelming.
I reckon the race might get postponed now due to weather, that would be ironic.
Thanks again.
Anthony
I ordered some brake pads earlier in the week from my LBS and they havent arrived as promised.
Manly Dam update for 12 Feb
Lots of run off still as at 10am Friday - mostly after creek crossing to 19th hole. Drying out near Wakehurst. The track is very loose / sandy.
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STOLEN: 2010 Felt Q620
Posting for a workmate. Bike is essentially brand new.
Bike: 2010 Felt Q620
Colour: White
Date it was stolen: Between 7pm on 10-2 and 7am on 11-2-2010
Where it was stolen: 120 Cabramatta Rd Cremorne
Specs: White seat, rims and frame with gold pinstripe.
- Brakes: Tektro Auriga Hydraulic Disc Brake Twin Piston Calliper design, Rotors: 180mm Front
- Cassette: SRAM PG-830, 8-Speed Cassette, 11-32Teeth
- Rear mech: Shimano Deore Shadow Top-Normal Version RD-M592
Rawhide Roller Racing comes to the Mont
We know you love to race, and we know you'd love to let the cat out of the bag about how quick you are in a sprint. Here's your chance to show your stuff. For the first time ever, a night of raucous Rawhide Roller Racing will be held on the Friday night before the Mont. A great reason to arrive early, setup and have some fun.
Saddle Up!
more info (including YouTube vids) can be found on the race page
Bike Fuel
Why waste time with a roll when bread just takes up space that could be filled with bacon or eggs? 
Manly Dam update for 12 Feb
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