Post by: eye30 on January 01, 2020, 16:46:46
:weneedpics: :weneedpics: :weneedpics: :weneedpics: :weneedpics:
Post by: eye30 on January 20, 2020, 18:32:10
Along the River Mersey with pictures of famous Liver Building and river front of Liverpool plus a picture of the Razzle Dazzle Mersey Ferry. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200120/cefdbfaf0a772e3ba4cc8711a2538098.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200120/9596f983ca319bbbed6da9f0ac31799d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200120/44f935e0eea87f4396fe5f0a06418b31.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200120/ac1519e69ccd81b1e6543c90b4bfe596.jpg)
Post by: mickd on January 20, 2020, 22:38:29
Post by: Aussie Keith on February 16, 2020, 11:11:17
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Post by: Surferdude on February 16, 2020, 20:18:51
I noticed the poster on the wall behind you for the Grafton to Inverell ride (race?).
Back in 1967 I worked at the sand mines south of Kingscliff with a guy who used to ride that every year.
A few years later I got to drive that route.
You bike riders are :crazy1:
Post by: mickd on February 17, 2020, 00:07:05
Post by: Aussie Keith on April 02, 2020, 04:57:19
Some excellent news, after a record number of km's in December, my left leg seems to be working again which is a very good thing. It means i can cover more ground more quickly that in recent times. So longer rides are now feasible again.
Right now though, all club riding is cancelled owing to the apocalypse. Professional racing has been canned for the foreseeable future, event the Olympics are postponed. Unprecedented.
The working from home means I get out for an hour or so most mornings. If anyone is interested you can see where I've been here: :link: Signup for free to see more about Keith. (https://www.strava.com/athletes/3426094)
Post by: Aussie Keith on May 26, 2020, 03:52:02
I'm heading gown the path of a frozen shoulder which has stopped the riding before work. No idea if/when it will improve. I can still ride a bike, but far less audaciously than previously and not first thing in the morning or at least not until the arm loosens up a bit.
So tales from the road are going to be few and far between for some time I'm thinking.
:link: Frozen shoulder - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic (https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/frozen-shoulder/symptoms-causes/syc-20372684)
Post by: mickd on May 26, 2020, 07:34:13
Ask your specialist about Synvisc. Usually early treatment for knees, I had 3 treatment on my shoulder. 1st was brilliant, 2nd so so, 3rd waste of money.
Mind you I had nothing but bleeding bone on that joint for a few years prior to the first injection, due to injury. We were clutching at straws to postpone total shoulder replacement.
Post by: sundiz on June 15, 2020, 14:46:05
Finally got the setup straight with new handlebar and saddle. Got some wrist and lower back pain with the original parts. Did a 20km trip to local quarry through forest roads. What the fat bike lacks in speed, it makes it in the pure fun riding it.
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Post by: Dazzler on June 16, 2020, 00:01:21
Post by: mickd on June 16, 2020, 02:26:00
Post by: The Gonz on June 16, 2020, 12:18:40
Post by: Aussie Keith on July 07, 2020, 23:46:00
@Aussie Keith
Ask your specialist about Synvisc. Usually early treatment for knees, I had 3 treatment on my shoulder. 1st was brilliant, 2nd so so, 3rd waste of money.
Mind you I had nothing but bleeding bone on that joint for a few years prior to the first injection, due to injury. We were clutching at straws to postpone total shoulder replacement.
Oh my, that sounds terrible.
I did get shot, its been a lot better since and the km are creeping up again. But with the cancellation of organised rides owing to the plague there is nothing interesting to report. I may have bought another bike... I possibly have the biggest collection of Rossin bikes in the country. If not I'm giving it a red hot go.
Its on its way from overseas and when its all up and running I'll post some pics.
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Post by: mickd on July 07, 2020, 23:57:43
@Aussie Keith@Aussie Keith
Ask your specialist about Synvisc. Usually early treatment for knees, I had 3 treatment on my shoulder. 1st was brilliant, 2nd so so, 3rd waste of money.
Mind you I had nothing but bleeding bone on that joint for a few years prior to the first injection, due to injury. We were clutching at straws to postpone total shoulder replacement.
Oh my, that sounds terrible.
I did get shot, its been a lot better since and the km are creeping up again. But with the cancellation of organised rides owing to the plague there is nothing interesting to report. I may have bought another bike... I possibly have the biggest collection of Rossin bikes in the country. If not I'm giving it a red hot go.
Its on its way from overseas and when its all up and running I'll post some pics.
(https://i.ibb.co/Y2Xc2XZ/image.png) (https://imgbb.com/)
Glad the shot is working :goodjob:
"may have bought - on its way " :lol: :lol:
Look forward to bike pics, keeping the colour scheme ?
Post by: Aussie Keith on July 08, 2020, 01:54:58
This one is the strada professional, another pro bike from 1985/86 and rounds out the collection. I'm thinking of going full neo on this one (new drivetrain and wheels). I like the way they ride compared to carbon and with new components, bar mounted shifters, modern brakes and wheels etc, they go nicely and are a little bit different as well. When fitted with the original retro components like Frank they are not an especially good idea in a bunch.
I suspect if I had a budget for classic cars, I'd be the guy with a new crate engine and modern running gear under his old mustang.
Below a link to the same model, but with its original mid 80's componentry. Beautiful thing.
:link: ROSSIN Strada Professional SL, Campagnolo Super Record 58cm (1985) ? SOLD ? Premium Cycling ? Website for steel and collectible vintage bikes, parts and (https://premium-cycling.com/product/rossin-strada-professional-sl-campagnolo-super-record-58cm-1985/)
Post by: mickd on July 08, 2020, 03:09:38
Hey, that describes me :lol: :lol:
Post by: eye30 on August 01, 2020, 12:15:50
Now Wales has lifted the lockdown to us English folks decided to venture into Wales on Thursday.
Thought I'd better venture afar before Boris imposes either a full lockdown or a localise one similar to that now happening in the Manchester area.
So off I go to have a ride along the north Wales coast from Abergele to Llandudno via Colwyn Bay, Rhos on Sea and the RSPB sanctuary at Conwyn.
I've posted pictures of this area before but here are a few new ones.
Enjoy....
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Post by: Dazzler on August 01, 2020, 12:29:54
As most of you know I can walk forever but cycling seems to aggravate the arthritis in my hips. So i'm probably going to sell my bike. :Pout:
Post by: Shambles on August 01, 2020, 12:38:34
Post by: The Gonz on August 01, 2020, 13:10:56
Post by: eye30 on August 01, 2020, 18:39:19
Those chips look tasty :bbq1:When out on longish rides we plan our routes around chippy's.
This particular chippy in Llandudno, next to the tram station, does, in my opinion, the best chips I've had anywhere.
The gravy is made from scratch, not out of a tin or jar, and has a really meat/beefy taste.
Well worth a visit should you be in the area.
Post by: eye30 on August 27, 2020, 16:04:53
Having 5 days up on the west coast of scotland in small village called Tayvallich near Lochgilphead, some 30 odd miles south of Oban.
As my son was coming and he wanted his bike back I treated myself to an ebike and it goes like"sh*t off a shovel"
Been on 2 rides today, one on my own to take a look across to Jura. Was going to have a ferry trip across but the distillery is shut to visitors due to covid.
And the other with family along the Crinan canal.
Unfortunately on the 2nd trip the weather turned and we had rain.....
Few photo's (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200827/cd5aa54625d3e48b1f86f524b9e891e7.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200827/fb071471bdc232bc5fb2d29840030989.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200827/b1df843ae91c90b762951e112ab51d25.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200827/f54c4ea34361e1e8c3e0e521e964332d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200827/8a1f191bdfb975d80cad59ecd01f2c14.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200827/fa8ca09b21b00d6965fbe0f01b1269a3.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200827/95f01579814e4104fdbf285326fe7c5d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200827/45f892310aa40d55cd4b01ef527fe072.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200827/f152b7829249ab33fff5509f002a1b14.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200827/86b94fe784759f3da6106353337c32b1.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200827/fda5cdd1662b1afdf3af1d7b76587fb0.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200827/f9cf3e71e0de68257e5d3fe6eb63f747.jpg)
Post by: eye30 on August 27, 2020, 16:07:25
Post by: eye30 on August 29, 2020, 03:45:54
Post by: Dazzler on August 29, 2020, 08:14:50
Post by: The Gonz on August 29, 2020, 09:36:22
Post by: eye30 on August 29, 2020, 18:00:51
Enjoy.......(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200829/6740668ad7f9bc2c04037a457d0d78ae.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200829/4af0ce7133413db48636504c038c3bad.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200829/9e5d2506ed701e7c97abd5d25449b5bc.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200829/15f738875315a8fde8ac24d5c501aad4.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200829/632c5b08c357b03b59799ff369921ff9.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200829/fed5feae47bf48a840944493b5f057c9.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200829/52598d0040b7ebf83964cbc5a081d1ca.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200829/87efd83875d1752a937047bf87761387.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200829/49cd54745e8da6d5487065cdae03dc43.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200829/d189fbb96c1118f193f77682185644a4.jpg)
Post by: Shambles on August 29, 2020, 21:31:14
Quote from: eye30
... tackle the trails on our supadupa ebikes
Neat pics, but does this ebike still count as a "pushie"?
Just askin' ....
Post by: asathorny on August 29, 2020, 22:17:09
Yeah Right :crazy1: :crazy1: :crazy1:
Post by: eye30 on August 29, 2020, 22:58:20
I drew this to out Velocipede riding friend and his reply was 'I only use it for going up hills'.True..... Don't need use of the power going down hills..... So true.....
Yeah Right :crazy1: :crazy1: :crazy1:
Post by: eye30 on August 29, 2020, 23:00:39
I still have to peddle, sort of.... .Quote from: eye30... tackle the trails on our supadupa ebikes
Neat pics, but does this ebike still count as a "pushie"?
Just askin' ....
Post by: eye30 on September 07, 2020, 21:03:24
Had it just over 3 weeks now and although I resisted the idea of an ebike for a long time as I thought it would take the pleasure out of cycling, I really really love riding it and will not be returning to my pushie.
Has 4 speed levels with estimated max distance
Eco. 90 miles
Tour 48 miles
Sport 32 miles
Turbo 28 miles.
When riding you alternate between all 4 levels depending on the conditions such as level, or inclines etc.
I'm averaging around 60 miles from a full recharge. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200907/1cbb2f9098ee9da3f5d599341800ed3f.jpg)
Post by: Aussie Keith on September 10, 2020, 05:57:21
Had it just over 3 weeks now and although I resisted the idea of an ebike for a long time as I thought it would take the pleasure out of cycling, I really really love riding it and will not be returning to my pushie.
Has 4 speed levels with estimated max distance
Eco. 90 miles
Tour 48 miles
Sport 32 miles
Turbo 28 miles.
When riding you alternate between all 4 levels depending on the conditions such as level, or inclines etc.
I'm averaging around 60 miles from a full recharge. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200907/1cbb2f9098ee9da3f5d599341800ed3f.jpg)
These are the business. I was chatting to some folks in NZ with trail bikes so equipped. They said it gave them a lot more access than they had previously and with the engine for my bikes not in peak condition atm, I fully get that.
Looking forward to more tales from the road now you have had your range extended.
Post by: eye30 on September 10, 2020, 07:39:31
Was out on sunday and would usually do around 15 to a max of 20 miles along the Wirral coastal route.
Had it just over 3 weeks now and although I resisted the idea of an ebike for a long time as I thought it would take the pleasure out of cycling, I really really love riding it and will not be returning to my pushie.
Has 4 speed levels with estimated max distance
Eco. 90 miles
Tour 48 miles
Sport 32 miles
Turbo 28 miles.
When riding you alternate between all 4 levels depending on the conditions such as level, or inclines etc.
I'm averaging around 60 miles from a full recharge. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200907/1cbb2f9098ee9da3f5d599341800ed3f.jpg)
These are the business. I was chatting to some folks in NZ with trail bikes so equipped. They said it gave them a lot more access than they had previously and with the engine for my bikes not in peak condition atm, I fully get that.
Looking forward to more tales from the road now you have had your range extended.
Ended up doing 35 miles.
With the added bonus of the motor to help going up the inclines, fatigue didn't kick in so just kept peddling away.....
Post by: eye30 on September 15, 2020, 07:31:17
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Post by: Shambles on September 15, 2020, 08:22:26
Quote from: eye30
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He looks pleased to see you :snigger:
Post by: eye30 on September 29, 2020, 20:25:38
Normally the our rides pass without any mishaps but today we both picked up punctures.
I got one in the rear tube just as we arrived at our lunch stop.
Fortunately I carry a repair kit so after we had our freshly made pasties from the bakery I was able to fixed it.
Pete wasn't so lucky.
On our way back his front tube just blew as if fireworks had gone off and white liquid, suppossed to be puncture repair gel that didn't work today, spurted out.
We could see the tube was beyond repair as there was at least 6 punctures.
On examining the tyre it was peppered with small tacks.
No spare tube and I didn't think patches would work, Pete decided to do his boy scout stuff and stuffed the tyre with GRASS......... needless to say he only got 50 feet before the tyre collapsed.
As we where about 10 miles back to the cars a new tube was required.
Luckily we had passed a bike shop in Rhyl some 3 miles away, so I shot off to buy one.
As done this ride before just a few new pictures for you to enjoy...(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200929/c60d20eebdda041c77a8686d5b1d3d77.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200929/c8b9564e759e05b0785cab1c2208d0f1.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200929/90b440cf9aa3471c4b25fd52e941a1be.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200929/3c6ad472a2cd3e9ed9da335a6c206f4e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200929/196d8558ab08e7f7c7f42c1c07b4e0e1.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200929/78014c17640e27205c46b93f09f597f7.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200929/802e13abf36fcff9dbf924462736f0c9.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200929/23d4783b91add2ea932bc74c8f305f2f.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200929/c00cfa238cc514ee0397474ac4888dac.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200929/67b6ef52bfc2d9c8264eca377c99ae7e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200929/daf183b062455520e65fc5c79cf201f7.jpg)
Post by: Dazzler on September 30, 2020, 01:05:37
Post by: eye30 on October 08, 2020, 16:56:55
Got to the prom and the wind was really blowing hard.
If I'd had my old bike I would have gone straight home as there was no way I could of cycled in that wind but the new bike just glided through the wind effortlessly.
Just 2 pictures.
One looking across the choppy River Mersey to the '3 Graces' (Liver Building, Port ofLiverpool Building and Cunard Building) at the Pier Head.
The other of a destination sign in New Brighton.
On the sign is locations in the general area, give or take a few hundred miles, to where my Australian and New Zealand cousins live.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201008/727380aa61e08aeaec5a03b66cdbf92a.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201008/fcdd508a1595fa3fb274f5935ade4a45.jpg)
Post by: Aussie Keith on October 09, 2020, 10:09:01
:link: Red - Keith and Joan's Gallery (http://gallery.heinrich.id.au/red)
Post by: Dazzler on October 09, 2020, 10:45:07
Hopefully some ripping tales from the road coming up soon. Meanwhile Red is now on the road.
:link: Red - Keith and Joan's Gallery (http://gallery.heinrich.id.au/red)
Wow! I had no idea anyone could make cycling and push bikes so interesting. Not only are you a talented photographer, but quite the wordsmith too!
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Post by: eye30 on October 09, 2020, 12:02:41
Hopefully some ripping tales from the road coming up soon. Meanwhile Red is now on the road.as you are coming into the better weather looking forward to the pictures and stories as you are able to get out and about more ......
:link: Red - Keith and Joan's Gallery (http://gallery.heinrich.id.au/red)
Post by: Aussie Keith on October 09, 2020, 13:35:00
Hopefully some ripping tales from the road coming up soon. Meanwhile Red is now on the road.as you are coming into the better weather looking forward to the pictures and stories as you are able to get out and about more ......
:link: Red - Keith and Joan's Gallery (http://gallery.heinrich.id.au/red)
Heading up to one of my favourite places Sunday and looking forward to making it an interesting experience for others as well. So here's hoping for good weather and lots of great images to share.
Post by: Aussie Keith on October 09, 2020, 13:47:51
It was Frank's first brevet and so there was that aspect as well. Frank behaved, but I was still reacquainting with downtube shifters in the hills where you really do need to make your gear changes well in advance given there is no indexing.
Some months later Frank spat out his bottom bracket... I am glad it happened closer to home when it broke. Reliability issues should now all be sorted, because Frank will be off to the Noosa Strade Bianche next year and then off to Italy for l'Eroica. That's the plan anyway.
:link: Peachey Mee 50km 2019 – Audax Australia (https://audax.org.au/ridereport/peachey-mee-50km-2019/)
Strava here including more images (a koala rescue in the wild): :link: Follow Keith on Strava to see this activity. Join for free. (https://www.strava.com/activities/2915899763)
Post by: Aussie Keith on October 12, 2020, 16:29:39
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In yesterdays conditions, we found ourselves cruising up to an easy 45km/h at the top of the range and up to 55+ km/h coming off the hills and rolling into Clifton at about 35km/h. It absolutely wasn't a smashfest, but the conditions made the ride out surprisingly fast from the top of the range. This on country roads as well which are often far from smooth and typically coarse chipseal which is not a fast surface.
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The return journey into the wind was a grind in places, but the descent from Hirstglen averaged 35km/h for over 10 km. The final 10km to Ma Ma Creek was a grind though with the wind and heat.
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Speeds: 11km @ 35km/h average, 4km @ close to 40km/h. Sections at 50 to 55km/h. That's why we go there.
Three things became fairly obvious:
- Red performs brilliantly and is a very capable ride.
- I need to drop some weight to aid the ascending. I really do.
- I need to start riding hills again. Its huge amounts of fun.
Post by: eye30 on October 12, 2020, 22:21:39
What weight is the bike and what psi do you run your tyres on the roads.
Post by: Aussie Keith on October 13, 2020, 00:12:23
Enjoyed the pics etc.
What weight is the bike and what psi do you run your tyres on the roads.
Thanks for the kind words.
Red is a 1985-ish Rossin Strada Professional with a modern Potenza groupset and modern Campagnolo mildly aero wheels. So a classic mid 80's steel frame with modern running gear. It's about 10kg so not heavy, but then bottles + spares + lights + a big fat engine. So all up I'd say about 110kg with me on it.
The carbon Defy was about 13kg before I got on it, about 8kg without lights and stuff. So not a great difference. The Orbea (carbon) is about 7.5kg and I really don't notice a significant difference from the weight alone the way I ride. Its been built for going very fast and is a savage. Its not intended for long distances.
What does make a difference between the steel bikes (all of them really) is the gearing and I've geared Red taller for long distance/higher speed. Its definitely fast and noticeably faster than Bling which is an earlier version of the same bike, same running gear but with lower gearing and box section wheels.
Tires are 25mm Vredestein Fortezza (https://www.vredestein.co.uk/bicycle/tyre-finder/tyres/product/0/race/20349-fortezza-senso-all-weather) which is a robust road tire and what I have on all the bikes. I run 90psi front and back. The ride on steel framed bikes is more compliant than carbon and 80-90 seems to be the sweet spot for comfort/performance. For all its hi tech wizardry, the Defy was never a comfortable place to be on a long ride which is why we parted company.
On Frank I have 28mm tires, but run 80-90 as well. Frank has all the gears and so can tackle steep climbs as well as roll easily down the road quickly. And Frank is intended for historical events and dirt too hence the downtube shifters, bigger tires and so forth. But on this occasion, I wanted to take the new kid for a spin in the hills.
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:link: Frank - Keith and Joan's Gallery (http://gallery.heinrich.id.au/frank)
:link: Red - Keith and Joan's Gallery (http://gallery.heinrich.id.au/red)
:link: Bling - Keith and Joan's Gallery (http://gallery.heinrich.id.au/rossin)
Post by: Dazzler on October 13, 2020, 10:12:10
:crazy1:
Post by: eye30 on October 13, 2020, 11:36:19
Light'ish for a emtb.
I will tootal along off road tracks at around 15 to 25kph as over 25 kph the motor cuts out and since buying the bike I enjoy the added help!
Tend to keep away from roads as much as I can due to the amount of traffic.
Since lockdown the government/local government have introduced "pop up" cycle lanes on several major roads in the area.
That has had a knock on with motorists as most are on 2 lane roads were the road lanes have been reduced from 2 to 1 eachway and cyclists are regarded as the enemy.
Post by: Aussie Keith on October 13, 2020, 13:47:35
Reading about your bikes compared to yours mine is a 22kg snail.
Light'ish for a emtb.
I will tootal along off road tracks at around 15 to 25kph as over 25 kph the motor cuts out and since buying the bike I enjoy the added help!
Tend to keep away from roads as much as I can due to the amount of traffic.
Since lockdown the government/local government have introduced "pop up" cycle lanes on several major roads in the area.
That has had a knock on with motorists as most are on 2 lane roads were the road lanes have been reduced from 2 to 1 eachway and cyclists are regarded as the enemy.
Although right now its enjoyable to take a fast road bike out into the hills I know that's not always going to be possible. When the time comes there will be a bike like yours with volts to help me get where I want to go and back again.
A bike like yours is perfect for places I cannot go for lack of a suitable steed.We have here the longest bike trail in the country nearby and I lack a suitable bike to go there, for now at least anyway. Horses for courses.
:link: Brisbane Valley Rail Trail (https://www.brisbanevalleyrailtrail.com.au/)
As for cyclists being the enemy, same here too. Some folks think cyclists get special treatment, should pay for the roads (they do, same as everyone else), you know the story. If only they got out on a bicycle now and then they might be less angry. ;)
Post by: Aussie Keith on October 13, 2020, 23:37:03
:link: Electric Bikes: Everything You Need To Know. - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XKyUbre1sSo)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XKyUbre1sSo
Post by: Aussie Keith on October 26, 2020, 13:57:06
Post by: Dazzler on October 26, 2020, 15:11:15
Post by: simon@mgr on October 28, 2020, 01:00:45
So far I have only done about 50 km, 15 of which were on local dirt roads.
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The photo is at the local sugar mill in Ingham, Far North Queensland.
Post by: Aussie Keith on October 28, 2020, 15:47:44
How does that work Keith is that meant to be average rather than peak? :confused:
I believe so. I know at the top of the range we were flying for a good while and same on the descent heading back as well. Not riding especially hard either. I have hit 80 smashing down the hills there in the past but on this occasion we were just cruising.
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Post by: Aussie Keith on October 28, 2020, 16:04:50
:link: Mt Mee Descent - YouTube (https://youtu.be/g_fmbo1B8aU)
Post by: Dazzler on October 28, 2020, 20:28:54
Post by: eye30 on December 12, 2020, 14:16:59
Can anyone help of country of origin(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201212/44b55b573c25bf693ce2d2413363dff8.jpg)
Post by: The Gonz on December 13, 2020, 05:39:10
:link: La Bicicleta bombero | mobeo.es (https://www.mobeo.es/es/blog/la-bicicleta-bombero)