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Here's a bike film I'd like to see...

Madchen, Madchen. German film, released in 2001.

Click Me!

Actually, the film isn't really about bikes - just this bit. Still... Funny!

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Coach Jo, can we call you "slow coach"?

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Oh what a terrible shame. I'm so very sorry to hear about this. Deepest sypathy.

Chris

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D'oh... you beat me to it!

So many shovel handles, and strips of steel, and none of them thought to jam one into her spokes!

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He's riding so fast that his tongue is being pushed thru the side of his mouth

No. He's sitting so low in the saddle that the nose is pushing up to his ... oh never mind.

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No surprises there with Schumacher.

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Similar frame, but not quite the same. Geometry of Monoc bike here. Geometry of Apollo bike here. Not to worry though, because there were a few Teschners there, and they are genuine Aussie bikes! One picture really caught my attention in that series though. See below... http://www.cyclingnews.com/ph...

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Guys, I'm doing an online order from Alfred E Bike in the USA. (Long story, but it's the only place in the world I can get what I'm after cheaply...) They are cheap, but I think not quite as cheap as PBK. Anyway, if anyone wants to buy some stuff online from them, you can rummage through their catal...

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I never got to ride. At 3.30, there was sun over the back of my place, but when I wheeled the bike out the front door, I saw the dark skies, and 30 seconds later...

the rain rolled in again.

So I did the same with my bike.

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Still haven't ridden this weekend.

Trying to sneak out for a quick ride now...

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I'm going to try to get down there too. Any pace is fine...

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Nice. The red cables and bolts look great. I assume the gear cables are still black because you can't get red ones. Also assume the red bolts are titanium. Is that an after market carbon derailleur cage too? When I look at the bike in its entirety though, I can't help feeling that the stem looks out...

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Stage 20:

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Article on Cadel's TT Bike.

http://cozybeehive.blogspot.com/2008/07 ... -dean.html

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After Stage 19:

A tie for 2nd place!

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Here is a nice video rap of 2009 Dura Ace.

Probably the most comprehensive review of the product I've seen, although you do have to put up with the host's self confessed fanaticism.

http://www.competitivecyclist.com/za/CC ... _VERSION=1

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Why it is vitally important that you go to the coffee shop after training

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/20 ... 083456.htm

Why it is vitally important that you don't have a coffee before training.

http://www.beveragedaily.com/news/ng.asp?id=65279

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Well one of those super rare saddles has now appeared on ebay. http://i7.ebayimg.com/05/i/000/ff/4a/49c3_1.JPG http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=270257409613 Currently at $154 USD with 2 days still to go. I'm very please I scored 2 of these when I did~!~And mine are ...

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But it does bring in a good way to do an experiment to resolve this issue. One can put an electric motor with controllable power output and use it to drive two test bikes. Maybe it's one for the mythbusters. Or you could just give both bikes to Jens Voigt to ride. Whichever one takes longer before ...

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It's called "Snowflake". Just don't break one of those spokes. Requires a whole new build.

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This one is the winner though:

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This one is named after an Italian as well.

Another name that you don't really want plastered down the side of your racing steed...

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I've noticed a number of nice bikes with names that history has not been so kind to. Decided I would post a few. Let's start with this one. A brand that once sponsored Stephen Roche in the 80s. http://velospace.org/files/_DSC0034.jpg Named after the 1956 Olympics double gold medal track cyclist Lean...

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Well submitting an article that says that the new Cannondale makes no difference over the old Cannondale doesn't sell any Mags (or any Cannondales) does it? - These days it's hard to tell what is editorial content, and what is veiled advertizing, but I've always been a cycnic... There's going to be ...

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Stage 18, and Dani, inches her nose in front again.

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Stage 17:

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Someimtes I want to be there. Not only for the bike racing but for the whole spectacle!

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Here's another bike you'll find practical.

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Up and down the aisles?

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- If you have five dollars and Jens Voigt has five dollars, Jens Voigt has more money than you. - There is no 'ctrl' button on Jens Voigt's computer. Jens Voigt is always in control. - Apple pays Jens Voigt 99 cents every time he listens to a song. - Jens Voigt can sneeze with his eyes open. - When ...

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Back to silly...

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This one not so silly. Quite cool really, but different enough to get into this thread.

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Tandem-side-by-s ... dZViewItem

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Stage 16 results.

We have a 3 way race. Well done to Christian who managed to put last night's winner on his team (even if it was a joke).

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Do I need a MTB racing licence? I think my current licence is only good for road and track.

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Tim, he will just make you suffer on his wheel...

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My brother in law races this every year. He loves it.

I would be keen to go down and race, but I don't have a MTB. Could I ride the Raleigh Twenty or do I need a proper MTB?

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Stage 15:

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Stage 14:

Still waiting on some clarifications on some team changes, so the points could change slightly for the last 2 stages. Won't affect the leaders though.

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Stage 13:

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Stage 12 was an absolute b*tch to process, thanks to our good friend Ricardo. Anyway, it's done now. I'm languishing!

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So, do those that picked Ricco lose points??? (stripped of their victories?) :wink: In the rules, I stated: "If you lose a rider through controversial circumstances (cheating, drugs, etc) you cannot replace him and you race on with just 8 riders. This rule has been introduced to counteract the...

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Stage 11, and we have a new leader.
I think it will be a pretty close race from here...

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The devil's bike is steel, not aluminium or carbon fibre. It is also 2 stories tall!

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Stage 10:
keep an eye on Christian and Alex, who are catching up fast.

Huw, thanks for talking me out of selecting Ricco as my climber on Friday.

I went with Valverde, and he seems to have dropped off into obscurity!

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Stage 9:

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Stage 8:

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Stage 7:

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Guys, sorry for delays in posting updates. My computer went seriously offline on Friday night, and after much crying and gnashing of teeth, I've discovered it was my wireless router that had died. I'll be posting the stage updates right away. Also, a number of people picked rider 51 - Juan Mauricio ...

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Wait until the really big climbs. Riders will occasionally switch bikes at the top of the big hills, so they descend on a different bike. That's about your only chance to see some non carbon.

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Should we be able to see all the team selections people have made? Tactically, I don't think it's fair for you to see who others have picked. A lesser picker could leech off your greatness. If you want to tell people who you've picked, that's your prerogative, but I won't be telling. Well... not un...

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T-bone, one idea would be to put your team leader down as your climber, and race on with 8 riders. Should get you a healthy amount of points, I'd imagine, and shouldn't be too costly. I suspect that's what I will do.

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Bugger. He's my climber at the moment too. According to the rules which I made up before the comp began... "If you lose a rider through illness, injury or misadventure, you still have to pay the fees to buy a new rider. That’s bike racing" This means that you can select another climber for...

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After Stage 6, the rankings are set out below:

Looks like the gaps are starting to close.

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I fell asleep last night and missed the finish! - I also missed the 7.15 highlights, and tried to stay away from news all day so I could see the finish on the 6pm highlights. Wasn't able to post results in the tipping comp until very late as a result of not wanting to know who won yesterday's stage ...

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I just resent your team details Adrian.

T-Bone, I've updated your team.

I suspect the scoring is about to change after tonight's stage.

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Stage 5:

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Stage 17!

Wow!
Col du Galibier, then Col de la Croix de Fer, then Alpe D'Huez!
I mean Wow! - That would usually be threee separate days in any other tour!

This stage will just blow them all apart...

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Stage 4 results are in. Othy, Dani & Christian are the biggest movers, each getting an extra 67 points. I added an extra non-comp team, made up of just the Aussies, in the hope that Cadel would get on the board, but sadly, this team is also yet to score any points. http://img520.imageshack.us/im...

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Toff, doesn't the quality of 6061 depend on the tempering of the alloy (i.e. 6061 T6 is used in many quality bikes). Probably... I'm not an expert, since I prefer steel, but I note that 7000 series aluminium seems to be preferred on better bikes. I believe that 6061 is used when you want something ...

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It's a budget bike. I'm a bit concerned about a few things: - Water bottle cage bosses, and cable bosses under top-tube. - 6061 is kid's bike aluminium. - BMX cranks and bizarre handlebars. - No details on the wheels at all. Looks like a cheap road bike frame, with the rear dropouts replaced with tr...

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Stage 3:

No-one got points for anything except Green Jersey from last night's surprise breakaway.

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I know a guy who could use a pair.

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I was looking at the Campy lever in larger than life on Geoff's big screen, and noticing a mixture of old and new bike parts. I'm pretty sure I saw some new Dura Ace levers too, but the camera wouldn't stay on them long enough to confirm what I was looking at. They look very similar to Campy 11 spee...

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Yes, I remember coming 3rd in the 2nd points race sprint, so that should clear up that matter.

Still sore well into Sunday after this. Might need to do a bit more racing...

Thanks Lindsay for running the event.

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Also, anyone who forgets who they picked, can contact me and I'll give you your riders.

Late entries can also join...

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Okay, entries have been processed, and results for the first 2 stages are out. Here are the rankings: http://img73.imageshack.us/img73/6041/stage2pz1.jpg I'm embarrassed to say that we are all being put to shame by a girl who doesn't even ride a bike (as far as I know.) Well done to Dani, and to eve...

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And if you want to see how to do a flying 200, watch Lutz Hesslich , also of East Germany. He takes 3 laps to wind up, gradually accelerating and really getting his legs warmed up. He uses the banking to give maximum acceleration, and his pedal action is silky smooth, even at 70km/h. His bike sits p...

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I've got some beers lying around, which I'll bring. I'll also bring a few snacky things, like cheezels...

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Huebner was from East Germany. He wasn't busted, but I don't think you need to apologise.

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I have issues with Type III. They certainly deserve a separate classification, but I dispute that they belong to the "Pornonix" family. I appreciate that a few sickos could possibly put these nix in the "Porno" category, but perhaps we should create a new family of nix for that o...

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Can I just clarify these Type IIs? I believe there may be 2 types of Type IIs. Type II subtype I are the ones where the lycra across your crack has stretched and faded, allowing a "greasy window" above your crack for people to look at when on your wheel. Type II subtype II are the ones whe...

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Also, Ted, since you're a big guy, your surface area to volume ratio is lower than mine (although I'm not tiny). This means that per unit of effort, it should be easier for you to push through the wind than me. (Based on the assumption that we both have an equal percentage of usable muscle.) How's t...

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Just to get everyone fired up for Saturday, here is a video you should all watch.

Outdoor track, like Tempe;
Concrete track, like Tempe;
333m track, like Tempe;
Maker of world champions, like Tempe!

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I for one would be happy to draught behind you Ted, once you get up some speed

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How about Bamboo? and not just poles, woven bamboo fibres!!!

http://www.bmeres.com/bcframe.htm

I notice no-one is brave enough to put any crap in the forks!

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That's pretty good work Adrian.

Perhaps you can also put info on the blog with some survey results for the stations that have been surveyed, to help people to choose which station to ride to when planning a trip.

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How about a bike made out of grass?

According to world champion Johan Museeuw, carbon fibre is old, and flax bikes are the best.
And Part 2, where his bikes are made of up to 80% grass!.

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Death wobbles is a term most commonly associated with skateboarding, where the vibrations from the road cause the board to vibrate at its resonant frequency. The vibrations become more and more pronounced, and the rider starts to swerve from side to side in harmony with the oscillations. Eventually ...

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Hahaha

. Great read. Reminds me of the first time I rode around Camperdown as a novice trackie, except I also struck my pedal on the banking, which kicked my bike's back wheel off the ground in the middle of everything else.

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I see lots of silly bike ideas. I thought I'd create a post to put some of these whacky creations on display.

Here are 2 to start the thread off.

Just when you thought the velocipede was gone forever. The modern version ...

Okay that one could be sort of fun, but this one, I just don't get...

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Can we elect a rider who we think will definitely go out to drugs for bonus points? It is a tipping comp after all...

Great idea. I'll include it, but only on condition that you lose points if your prediction is wrong.

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I'll be there too. I got snowed under with end of financial year committments, and I'm only just resurfacing now. Other good news is that I've put some work into designing a tipping comp. It's a bit more challenging than just picking the winner of each day's stage, and it should reward people who do...

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Roll up for the inaugural TDF tipping comp. The teams have finally been announced, and published today, so the comp can start. Everyone can enter, especially members and friends of DHBC. No cost to enter, but that’s mainly because we don’t have any prizes yet. I’m working on prizes, and it’ll probab...

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Many riders will be over at Tempe this Saturday Bill for part II of the Omnium Series. You're welcome to race, but I think numbers will be down.

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Well sort of lucky... I've been collecting a stack of rare parts which were destined to go on an equally rare frame, which is supposed to be coming from Germany. Only trouble is that the frame seller has gone AWOL. The parts are all nice, but they are somewhat useless without the frame, and I haven'...

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I just got my mail order parcel from Belgium. Haven't opened it yet. Mmmmm eeeeebbbaaaay!

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James did the fastest time, but I'm pretty pleased that I did a sub 6 min lap. I usually do a 3 lap timetrial, which I try to do in under 20 min. I usually average around 6.20ish per lap when I do that. I did a couple of warmup laps today, which I didn't time, then jumped straight in, figuring a fla...

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AND don't count your chickens...

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I think the lesson learnt is don't play chicken with these creatures...

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Those birds you saw, bouncing along in their short shorts, were distracting, but also highly visible. Weiyun has a legitimate concern with those small black birds, which I believe are called cootes. My advice is to train yourself not to brake for birds, which are light for their size due to the need...

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for a pound seventy nine who can say no

Next year they'll bring out a carbon fibre version. 36 grams lighter, and with a price tag of $200...

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Holy c r a p. See his front wheel flex at 54 seconds.

I'd love to see you do that with your Ridley carbon forks Weiyun!

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This was on the news last night. I didn't get to see it, but heard all about it when I got home. No actual news on the stage or GC. Just the stack footage.

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Hey toff Do you know what a hook turn is ?

We should practise some hook turns.

Yes, and I don't need to practice them since I have no plans to cycle in Melbourne.

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I'd like to come, but since the Tour will be on in the evening, that's a long day to be asking for a pink slip for. Might have to choose one or the other.

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What is a "bicycle storage area"???

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We have a winner! Nice work fixedgear. I just realised I made a mistake though... The saddle is a 1987 Selle Italia Campionissimo Fausto Coppi Limited Edition Saddle. In my haste to poste the next clue, I confused Coppi & Moser in my head. They both start with F...!?! So I gave Francesco Moser a...

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My neighbour has just put her one bedroom flat on the market. Asking 330, but I reckon it'll go for 280...

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You have the correct vintage, Camilla. I like the open nose on the CX, which was designed to allow cool air to flow up your ...um... legs whilst riding. There are some nice gold ones too.

last clue:

Saddle takes its name from a very famous cyclist from the late 70s, and early 80s.

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Never heard of a Selle Regal CX. Do you mean Selle Royal CX?

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