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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-24-08, 11:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 869
Posted By enzed

Giant's are a good brand, def a good option. ...

Giant's are a good brand, def a good option.
But, it wouldn't hurt to consider Trek 7.x Fx model.
They are reliable, comfy to ride & are capable of longish distances if required.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-23-07, 02:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 530
Posted By enzed

Merry Xmas from my bike

Has anyone decorated their bike for Xmas?

I just did mine today & I've managed to get some "Merry Christmas's" from complete strangers.

When I was passing a bus stop, where there were a group...
Forum: Living Car Free
11-08-07, 08:16 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,075
Posted By enzed

Here's an idea. ...

Here's an idea.
http://www.mysmarttrolley.com.au/

Happy riding
Forum: Recreational & Family
07-04-07, 01:37 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 836
Posted By enzed

Hi, welcome to the cycling community. Just...

Hi, welcome to the cycling community.
Just commenting about the trek 7100 bike. My main ride is a 7100fx and it has served me. I use my mine for commuting, shopping trips, light touring etc. . It's...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-12-07, 11:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 778
Posted By enzed

I agree with exas. I'm sure gloves serve their...

I agree with exas.
I'm sure gloves serve their purpose, but seriously, it's not like it's against the law to not want to use them.
I haven't got around to wearing gloves yet. Heck, when I was...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-11-07, 02:06 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 778
Posted By enzed

My main bike is a Trek hybrid. When I brought it,...

My main bike is a Trek hybrid. When I brought it, I asked that they put on some barends & some foam.
The foam bar-end grips I use cost only $5 Australian. They don't last forever, but they are...
Forum: Commuting
05-17-07, 11:33 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,482
Posted By enzed

+1 Get a larger style safety vest They fold...

+1 Get a larger style safety vest

They fold away to nothing & can fit over most backpacks.


Happy (night) riding
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-17-07, 06:44 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,966
Posted By enzed

Whilst I am car-free, that's my life-style...

Whilst I am car-free, that's my life-style choice. I am not anti-car, I just think there is alot of unnecessary car use.

That's right - cycling is an option. Not everybody wants or can ride a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-12-07, 10:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 452
Posted By enzed

+1 on the foot position issue. It wouldn't be a...

+1 on the foot position issue. It wouldn't be a bad idea to check that out. My seat position may have been part of my problem.

On the shoe issue - I use toe-clips myself. In my experience, I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-11-07, 09:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 452
Posted By enzed

I'm somewhat younger than you but i do understand...

I'm somewhat younger than you but i do understand your pain. Ankle pain is not a good thing, and if it keeps getting sore it would be a good idea to get professional advice.

In my case, the right...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-07-07, 08:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,237
Posted By enzed

In Sydney, there is a similar kind of street -...

In Sydney, there is a similar kind of street - Wilson St.
It's the main cyclist way of getting from Newtown to Redfern. During "peak hour" quite alot of bikes can be seen riding along it, so the...
Forum: Commuting
05-06-07, 08:15 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 4,600
Posted By enzed

I admit it, I'm a bit of WOW nerd. I sometimes...

I admit it, I'm a bit of WOW nerd.
I sometimes have trouble getting to sleep (due to Tinnitus - "ringing ears") so warcraft is a good way to fill in some time. It's not the most feminine of...
Forum: Commuting
05-04-07, 07:43 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,449
Posted By enzed

+1 for toe-clips. I've used them in the past &...

+1 for toe-clips. I've used them in the past & they have been on my Trek hybrid since I got it (August 2005). Mine are plastic with nylon straps.
They may not be very attractive but they do work....
Forum: Utility Cycling
04-22-07, 01:58 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 21,875
Posted By enzed

Here's a few pics from the 2006 NSW Big Ride. ...

Here's a few pics from the 2006 NSW Big Ride.

The dog was very well-trained & their "mum" was a unique lady (she once turned up to breakfast in a fur coat!)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-04-07, 07:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,400
Posted By enzed

Thanks for your help.

Thanks for your help.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-27-07, 03:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,400
Posted By enzed

What size tyres can fit on Trek 7100fx bikes?

G,day everyone.

My Trek 7100fx bike currently has 700 * 35 tyres.
My front tyre is starting to wear out so I'm thinking it's a good excuse to consider upgrading my tyres. Since I do most of my...
Forum: Commuting
02-17-07, 02:46 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,151
Posted By enzed

[I'm just offering an alternative. I haven't even...

[I'm just offering an alternative. I haven't even mentioned the issue of sole stiffness and medical reasons to wear stiffer soles. ]

In the past I've had no problem using toe-clips and sneakers....
Forum: Living Car Free
02-15-07, 08:51 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,522
Posted By enzed

If I had to drive (and if I actually got a...

If I had to drive (and if I actually got a license), a VW would be my choice.

My father used to have a classic white VW and it was the cutest car. Well it was a cute car until 2 teenagers stole...
Forum: Commuting
02-15-07, 08:35 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,151
Posted By enzed

When I brought my Trek 7100fx, my LBS to put on...

When I brought my Trek 7100fx, my LBS to put on some barends and toe-clips.

I reckon they are inexpensive yet very useful addtions to flat bar bikes.

The bar ends allow me different...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-08-07, 07:49 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,410
Posted By enzed

In my current cycling magazine (Ride On - Bicycle...

In my current cycling magazine (Ride On - Bicycle Victoria), there is an article on this topic.


TAKE THE 'PARK' OUT OF PARKINSON'S
They may be shaky on their feet, but people with Parkinson's...
Forum: Commuting
01-26-07, 08:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 535
Posted By enzed

This webpage might be of some help ...

This webpage might be of some help

http://www.willoughby.nsw.gov.au/IgnitionSuite/uploads/docs/Bike%20map.pdf

or you could try Bikely

http://www.bikely.com/
Forum: Recreational & Family
01-18-07, 11:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,286
Posted By enzed

Hello, from Austrailia. I own a Trek fx...

Hello, from Austrailia.

I own a Trek fx bike, a late model 7100fx. Mine's been added on a bit - a rear rack, toeclips and bar ends. Trek fx bikes make good commuters and light touring bikes.
Mine...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-10-07, 08:10 AM
Replies: 1,089
Views: 1,658,772
Posted By enzed

I live near the beach so there alot of cruisers...

I live near the beach so there alot of cruisers and mountain bike riders making use of the sidewalk. It's annoying but it's their choice.

And what's faster? Cycling on the road or riding on the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-04-07, 08:26 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 3,368
Posted By enzed

Here's how things work in Sydney. Buses -...

Here's how things work in Sydney.

Buses - There are no bike racks on the buses. Apparently bikes are allowed on certain buses (the wheelchair accessable ones) but only at the discretion of the bus...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-25-06, 04:07 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,424
Posted By enzed

www.deewhybeachcycles.com.au They're my fav...

www.deewhybeachcycles.com.au

They're my fav LBS because:
They are an easy ride/walk from my house
The mechanics are friendly and helpful & give me advice on anything bike-related.
As well as...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-10-06, 07:21 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,105
Posted By enzed

By referring to "Hookers", he could be referring...

By referring to "Hookers", he could be referring to the game of rugby union. Rugby union is, down-under anyway, a popular and well-watched game.
In union, there is player in each team called a...
Forum: Commuting
08-22-06, 08:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 760
Posted By enzed

Since it's past midnight & I still can't sleep, I...

Since it's past midnight & I still can't sleep, I thought I'd look for the bike in question on the web.
http://www.devinci.com/english/desti.html
Forum: Recreational & Family
08-08-06, 04:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 10,714
Posted By enzed

I'm 5 feet 6 & ride a Trek 7.1fx 17.5 inch bike....

I'm 5 feet 6 & ride a Trek 7.1fx 17.5 inch bike.
I enjoy riding my Trek & find it to be a good city bike. The newer models of the 7x series look pretty good & are worth looking at. But like...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-03-06, 04:22 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,285
Posted By enzed

Here's my thoughts. A few months back, there...

Here's my thoughts.
A few months back, there was 3-speed folder being advertised in the "trade & Exchange" part of the paper. Of course, I had to buy it. It's a steel blue Gitane & I'm unsure of...
Forum: Commuting
07-31-06, 03:08 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,438
Posted By enzed

Like damore, I have a 20inch folding bike. It's a...

Like damore, I have a 20inch folding bike. It's a blue "Gitane" I picked up at a garage sale. I have the orange safety vest and helmet blinking light too. I tend to wear normal clothes, with my...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-06-06, 05:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 613
Posted By enzed

Cycling on Sydney Roads

Apparently, a cyclist was involved in a car accident with the driver fleeing the scene. This happen on Military Rd, one of the roads heading south towards the CBD of Sydney.

Anyone read the Manly...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-04-06, 05:35 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 31,288
Posted By enzed

A few years back, when I was flatting in NZ, I...

A few years back, when I was flatting in NZ, I used to ride a bike in normal clothes (but now I prefer Lyrca).
The problem I had wearing Jeans while riding was that they are hard to ride in when...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-09-06, 02:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,318
Posted By enzed

Thanks for your replys. I'm not very good when it...

Thanks for your replys. I'm not very good when it comes to sewing & other sorts of handicrafts.

I found some heavy duty cotton material at my local haberdashery (the only local store), & have...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-07-06, 05:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,318
Posted By enzed

How to make your own carry bag a folder?

HI, I'm new to the Folding Bike Club.
I'm renovating a Gitane 3-speed internal hub folder bike. All that needs doing now is improve the paintwork of the bike. And now I need a bag. The bike folds up...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-06, 05:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 850
Posted By enzed

Reading these messages has answered a few...

Reading these messages has answered a few questions for me.
I've just got my hands on a 3-speed steel folder. I've cleaned & relubed the chain, polished the chrome & applied some lube where needed....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-06, 05:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 608
Posted By enzed

What's your favourite night-time parking spot?

This evening I rode home via my local supermarket. It's in a small arcade & has a security guard on duty til midnight. He doesn't mind if I bring my bike inside the arcade. He'll usually give me a...
Forum: Recreational & Family
05-13-06, 08:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,971
Posted By enzed

My ride is a Trek 7100fx and it has served me...

My ride is a Trek 7100fx and it has served me well.
I agree with bbattle. The seat/handlebars are adjustable, so you can set it how you like. After a little adjustment, the saddle a touch higher...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-07-06, 07:28 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,959
Posted By enzed

The other weekend, I saw a guy walking his bike...

The other weekend, I saw a guy walking his bike along the footpath. On the rear rack was a decent sized TV with 2 full plastic shopping bags on each handlebar. I reckon he had found the TV left out...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-06, 10:13 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 10,316
Posted By enzed

Okay, here's some more proof. I've had another...

Okay, here's some more proof. I've had another look in the web and found some more pics.

http://community.webshots.com/photo/296941197/1297343122063296552xKFMOC

...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-06, 09:39 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 10,316
Posted By enzed

The steepest street in the world (it's in the...

The steepest street in the world (it's in the Guiness Book of Records!). It's Baldwin St in Dunedin, NZ with a gradient of 38%.
Here's a good pic I found on the web. Now, I dare anybody to ride up...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-14-06, 04:24 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,668
Posted By enzed

http://golem.wamble.net/gallery/BigRide2006/imgp20...

http://golem.wamble.net/gallery/BigRide2006/imgp2059
Here's a pic from the 2006 NSW Big Ride (a week-long supported camping/cycle holiday).

The cyclist, not pictured, is called Olga & she rode a...
Forum: Commuting
03-11-06, 07:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 849
Posted By enzed

Hi everyone. I'm after some advice. My current...

Hi everyone. I'm after some advice.
My current bike is a Trek 7100fx. While it may not be the fastest bike about, it serves me well.
It's currently running 700 x 35c tyres, but I'm thinking it's...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-09-06, 04:29 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,231
Posted By enzed

It's my birthday on the 19th March. Since the...

It's my birthday on the 19th March.
Since the 19th is a Sunday, I'll have the time for a good bike ride. I have two options.
a)My local bike group (a hybrid bike group) have a ride on. But, I'll...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-21-06, 09:36 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,763
Posted By enzed

I live on top of a moderate hill, so I have the...

I live on top of a moderate hill, so I have the chance to practise my hill climbs . It may a short climb but my low gears sure come in handy. There are a few roads I can choose to ride home on , and...
Forum: Commuting
02-10-06, 07:12 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,543
Posted By enzed

My current ride is at trek 7100fx. While I do...

My current ride is at trek 7100fx. While I do admit it's not the faster or lightest bike in the world, it's fast enough for me.The gears are low enough to climb comfortably most of my local hills....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-11-06, 06:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,968
Posted By enzed

Supcom, that's a good explanation you gave. My...

Supcom, that's a good explanation you gave. My bike gets used a fair bit, so I suppose some parts will wear out at some point. And the local roads & bike paths are prone to the occasional pothole &...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-10-06, 04:42 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,968
Posted By enzed

It's me again. My LBS fixed my bike by closing...

It's me again. My LBS fixed my bike by closing time. They replaced the rear hub & respoked the back wheel. No charge of course. They're good like that, I wouldn't go elsewhere for service. :) They...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-09-06, 10:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,968
Posted By enzed

Broken rear Axle?

Hi everyone.
I had plans today for a late afternoon Ride. But as my brakes are squeaking a bit, & I live on top of a hill & I use them a bit, I rode down to my nearby LBS.
So while the guys were...
Forum: Touring
11-17-05, 10:22 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 333
Posted By enzed

The Great Victorian Bike Ride

Hello, to everybody in Australia. I was just wondering if anyone is going to take part in the Great Vic Bike Ride?
My name is down as a full-time catering volunteer. This bike tour will be the 10th...
Forum: Touring
10-17-05, 09:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,024
Posted By enzed

I found that by lowering the handlebars a bit (in...

I found that by lowering the handlebars a bit (in relation to the saddle) and by using some bar ends the ride was more comfortable than I thought it would be. Though my Trek will never be as fast as...
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