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Cold here, isn't it.
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Man it was so god damn cold, but after the first run or 2 it was better.
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Where in Canada you riding, Squamish in BC?
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Would it be sacrilegious if I mentioned that I bought an e-bike a couple of weeks ago? It’s a Norco; got it on special from 99Bikes.
https://www.99bikes.com.au/bike18-no...-silver-bronze Great fun to ride; hills are no problem.
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Looks sweet, what’s it ride like? I’d love to test one out. Can you change the level of assistance?
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The bike shop has a few models available for test drives. I took two of them (Norco and Merida) out for a run before I ordered a new one. It has a Bosch electric motor that provides 4 levels of assistance: eco, tour, sport and turbo. The selector is next to the left hand grip and you can change the assistance level up or down by pressing the + or - symbol. It has a small display mounted in the centre that shows assistance level and speed as well as one of the following that you can select in the lower part of the screen: odometer (total), odometer (this trip), trip time, current time or estimated range (distance to empty). You ride it and change gears as you normally do, but it accelerates up to 25kph quickly, it’s quite effortless to maintain that speed on the flat or into a headwind and you can go up hills faster than usual and without much effort. The assistance starts to fade when you reach 25kph and by 27kph it drops off completely. But at that point it’s easy to pedal harder to go faster if you want to. I’ve only had it a couple of weeks but, based on the range indicator and my riding so far, it can travel about 50 to 60 kilometres in turbo mode and about 70 to 80 km in sport mode in a mixture of hills, flats and a strong headwind one day. Go for a test drive if you get the chance you’ll enjoy it.
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I refrained from riding one - because I have a feeling once tried there will be no going back. |
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I saw an Earth ebike in a shop in Perth a couple of years ago, it was a sweet looking MTB.
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so the late nights/early mornings are about to start again.
tour de france kicks off on Saturday. I don't really follow world cycling, but am always drawn to this event. my boss is good mates with marcel kittel who had a good start to his green jersey campaign last year. I like watching the sprinters in the early part of the tour. gets a bit hilly for them later on though. |
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My son recently started BMX racing and subsequently so have I. It’s a much friendlier scene and way more exciting to watch. With the pro races freely available on youtube streams via UCI and BMXlive TV channels, Mix that with some mountain biking with things like crankworx and dark fest. Way more appealing than a bunch of dudes in Lycra rolling around the country side talking about sock hight and coffee. I’m not even bothering with road racing anymore, unless I having trouble sleeping.
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Yeah, I get what you're saying but I just watch it for the enjoyment rather than supporting any particular team or rider. I like watching the break away groups, esp when they triumph.
I do agree whole heartedly with your sentiments about team sky controlling the race. |
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I don’t blame Team sky. They are only doing their best to win focused on one thing. I think the organisers need to force teams to bring several different classifications of riders such as sprinters and under 23’s. And perhaps a further reduction in team size.
Also salary caps too....somehow.
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Agree. When the team has at least 3 guys that are genuine GC contenders, it makes it tough to beat them.
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I'll occasional watch some of the climbing stages this year but will mostly be watching the highlights from now on.
I've watched the tour since 1993 and have always enjoyed Phil Liggett and Paul Shewans commentary but I can not get used to the new crowd, as much as I like Robby McEwan. I like to follow Nibali and have been watching Jakob Fuglsang (Astana)come up through the ranks. Tour of Italy is so much more entertaining but generally have lost interest in road racing too.
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Phil liggett not doing the commentary anymore?
Nice bloke.
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no, got kicked out prior to last years tour. I was a bit surprised also, but have warmed to the new crew. they have much more recent experience so their comments are much more relevant most of the time.
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Phil and Paul are doing commentary for NBC in the USA.
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quite a few crashes in stage 1. kudos to the young American Lawson Craddock for finishing the stage after his early crash.
https://www.velonews.com/2018/07/tou...g-stage_471697 i'm not a big fan of Froome, and don't cheer people for crashing, but part of me did like seeing that he'll now have to come back from nearly a minute down this year. It shouldn't really pose much of a problem for someone of his ability, esp given he is a pretty good time triallist also, but at least its a slight handicap. Unfortunately Porte was in the same group at the finish (caught up in an earlier crash) so is also coming from behind once again. |
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A few crashes in Stage 2 taking out some big names which will effect the TTT tonight. I always love the TDF, but Team Sky's riding style has made what was an exciting race a little stagnant. Totally understand that it's within the rules of the sport, but its far too clinical and needs to be about how you feel, rather than what watts your're putting out.
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I must say I'm over the whole froome thing. If you require drugs to be racing then maybe you shouldn't race. Years ago I was given steroids to open up my lungs when I was in icu. It's amazing what they do, it's like supercharging a human body. I'm not surprised people can't keep up with him.
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Froome has the goofiest style of riding I've even seen. besides his superfast cadence, he continually looks down at his bottom bracket for long pauses while his head bounces from side to side. No wonder he is anyways rear ending other riders. Hard to believe he came from mountain biking.
I refer to him as bobblehead Froomie, I reckon someone should bring out a bobblehead Froomie dash doll. Stage 9 is going to be a beauty, lots of cobblestone sections ala Tour of Italy. it should cause some damage.
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If it’s making your heart rate go up it’s good for you , maybe you need to change gears . Cycling has come along way my father is 80 & was a pro but still rides 50 k daily he reckons all kids should start with a fixed wheel, but even for adults exercising it’s important to keep pedaling even if it’s uncomfortable. Racing & training are different Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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Not currently a bicycle owner, used to own a Colnago & a Puch in the 1980's if anyone remembers those bikes. My reason for posting was an article I read regarding bicycle laws. I understand that $70,000 in fines for this breach alone this year. I believe this figure is for NSW as there is reference to $65,000 for the same issue going to State treasury last year. The fine for reckless riding in NSW is $425 & no bell or lights, $106. I know it was a long time ago but I don't recall ever seeing any road riders with bells on their bikes. Have times changed?
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Not in the NT, we’re old school here.
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Bells yes in SA it's illegal. Lights I am not sure of, but it would be madness to ride on the roads in low light or at night without decent lights.
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Sorry for the image size I'm working with my phone. 2 weeks in Canada almost done. I have a heap of pics I'll try upload when I get home on the weekend, and a bit of a write up. This pic was taken at the top of Top of the world trail.
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So sad to hear one of the voices of the Tour De France old commentary team, Paul Sherwen has died at the age of 62.
RIP Paul, you'll be sadly missed. https://www.sbs.com.au/cyclingcentra...n-dies-aged-62
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