Australia - New Zealand

Looking for ride suggestions - New Zeland North Island

Hey all ... I'm going to be in NZ in late February, and am looking for some suggestions on some nice North Island rides. Access to a bike is not a problem. Looking for rides in the 80 - 150km range ... long rides but ones easily accomplished within a full day. I'll have access to relatives...

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Last Post By: Berwyck; 11-17-09 01:29 AM

Raleigh 20" Class, Races at Oamaru 21st Nov 2009

RALEIGH 20” RACES CLASS - in conjunction with the 15th NZ PENNY FARTHING & VETERAN CYCLE CHAMPIONSHIPS 21ST & 22ND November 2009 The street circuits 20” race will in the afternoon and will consist of two laps of the Tyne and Harbour street circuit, for men and one lap for women....

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Last Post By: gnome; 11-06-09 02:40 AM

Sydney people

hey guys; does anyone know where i can buy some brake levers, which dont include shifters? its for a downtube shifter bike, and i dont really want to ask my LBS to order them in.. if you reply, you shall reviece a.. thank you

Posted By Trance

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Last Post By: tallmantim; 10-24-09 08:50 PM

Where did you ride your bike today?

I rode my bike around the Northern Beaches. Then to the Sydney cbd and back home. Keep cycling for fun

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Last Post By: Schmadley; 10-20-09 06:39 PM

Moving to Australia

Hi guys. Hope everyone is well. I have joined this forum because I am looking at moving to Australia from the UK. Because mountain biking is my true passion, I want to suss out where the best places are for riding in Oz? I am big into DH and All mountain type riding and would appreciate any...

Posted By NikDB

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Last Post By: tallmantim; 10-19-09 07:10 PM

Cyclist killed in hit-and-run

Cyclist killed in hit-and-run From http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/breaking-news/cyclist-killed-in-hit-and-run/story-e6freuz0-1225787818798 AAP Sat Oct 17 14:58:00 EST 2009 Sat Oct 17 14:58:00 EST 2009 POLICE are questioning a man after a cyclist was killed in a hit-and-run accident...

Posted By Aspergers

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Last Post By: Aspergers; 10-19-09 09:42 AM

Australian's

Last year the wife and me spent 3 months driving around Australia. I have been there before but my wife had never been. (we are both 52) What always pleasantly surprised me was how damn friendly the local young people were no matter where we were. I did a lot of surfing and never had a bad time...

Posted By Old Town

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Last Post By: AnthonyG; 10-15-09 05:34 PM

Please help me find a bike in Newcastle NSW for Jan 2010 holiday

Greetings, I have been blessed with the opertunity to vacation in Newcastle NSW from Jan 10 thru 20 next year. I would like to rent a bike locally to maintain my health/fitness. I've searched the web but have only found local shops that sell bikes. If someone could point me toward a shop that...

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Last Post By: ELAMCUP; 10-10-09 02:21 AM

Tire Widths for NZ rough road touring?

Greetings; I am planning a trip to New Zealand next winter and would like to get off the highways to see some of the backcountry from a bike on some off road routes. The Molesworth Track (and the Central Otago Rail Trail) have caught my interest. My research tells me that the condition of these...

Posted By fireweed

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Last Post By: Chris L; 10-05-09 10:35 PM

Information on bike co-ops or similar organisations in New Zealand

Hello people, Does anyone know of any bike co-ops or similar organisations in New Zealand that I might be able to get involved with. I plan to spend six months in NZ from around October time. Around Auckland would be great to start with as thats where I will arrive. Also is anyone aware of...

Posted By slcp

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Last Post By: Jonahhobbes; 10-02-09 04:40 AM

Malvern Star Double X - Vintage?

Hi everyone, I would like to get some input on this bike I just purchased. I have no clue when it comes to bikes so I'll let the pictures do the talking. http://azndragon.gallery.netspace.net.au/albums/album02/IMG_0199.jpg http://azndragon.gallery.netspace.net.au/albums/album02/IMG_0201.jpg...

Posted By taikonaut

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Last Post By: taschy; 09-28-09 01:47 AM

Cadel Evans is the World Road Race Champion

Well Cadel did it. Great win. He put his head down, gritted his teeth and broke away for the win. Here's a video of his winning move. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=05JmXec-Egg Congratulations Cadel. Anthony

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Last Post By: AnthonyG; 09-27-09 08:34 PM

Roof racks

Hi, I have a Ford Falcon EL sedan and I was wondering what I would need for roof racks on it, and which ones would be good recommendations? Thanks :)

Posted By lukeylukeylukey

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Last Post By: Falchoon; 09-19-09 05:07 AM

Cumberland

Hi there i'm new here and just bought a bike labelled cumberland. It's nice and light and nice to ride so far. I googled the name and nothing really came up as a brand name. Has anyone ever heard of this type of racing bike????? Cheers

Posted By bestywins

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Last Post By: RickyGear; 09-08-09 05:04 PM

TACX Indoor Trainer

Has anyone had experience with using a TACX Indoor Trainer with the PC connection for using all of the different courses? I would like to know whether the cost is worth it and if not, is there anything else out there worthwhile.

Posted By Schmadley

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Last Post By: Schmadley; 08-24-09 12:55 AM

New trans-Australian record.

Peter Heal just recently rode his Velokraft recumbent from Fremantle to Bondi Beach in a mere 11 days 18 hours. He rode an average of 330km a day. That is a very impressive ride.:beer:

Posted By gnome

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Last Post By: AnthonyG; 08-10-09 11:52 PM

Hammer Australia Discount

Does anyone have a 15% off hammer discount, specifically for the Australian Hammer website? I have been trying the US codes but they don't work. I want to get some HEED powder for my drinks, could do with the discount. Cheers, Chris

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Last Post By: SharpStone30888; 08-06-09 06:38 AM

Routes from Cairns to Sydney- Suggestions

Has anyone done this Big One? I have been playing about with G-Earth and have a few ideas for a trip in 2010. (What route did I take? I took the missus 'cause she stuck by me through the drought. ) rt

Posted By RogerTully

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Last Post By: AnthonyG; 08-05-09 07:29 AM

Pedro Plowman - Bicycle Qld

Good Morning, I am looking for a past mentor who was a previous Bicycle Qld President. I have lost his contact details & was wondering if anyone knew Pedro, or had his contact details or could pass this enquiry on so he can contact me. Thankyou for your assistance. If anyone needs to contact...

Posted By dashing

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Last Post By: Chris L; 08-04-09 10:39 PM

Companions wanted

60 year old English cyclist would like to tour Australia this October onwards or Feb 09 onwards.2 or 3 month ride...Prefer to ride from Melbourne to Brisbane or Brisbane to Darwin or wherever?..Open to suggestions..Would welcome companions and advice...Looking to camp mainly or hostels...Happy with...

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