Cycling
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And some more about me....
Just got back from an Easter break in Italy, most of it spent around Lake Garda where a mate and I rented decent bikes - I had a Colnago C50
Thankfully, without having to ask it came with a Granny (triple) ring, because lake Garda is basically surrounded by Italian mountains.
The 'easy' short ride was straight out of the front door and 600m straight up. We actually tried to do it the wrong way round at thirst and got 300m up at 20% gradient before my heart rate exploded and had to turn back as my bike was starting to fall backwards on the slope.
Doing it the right way around was beautiful and rewarding though - some views:
Can heartily recommend - and it almost burned off the food and booze we scoffed each night!
Just got back from an Easter break in Italy, most of it spent around Lake Garda where a mate and I rented decent bikes - I had a Colnago C50
Thankfully, without having to ask it came with a Granny (triple) ring, because lake Garda is basically surrounded by Italian mountains.
The 'easy' short ride was straight out of the front door and 600m straight up. We actually tried to do it the wrong way round at thirst and got 300m up at 20% gradient before my heart rate exploded and had to turn back as my bike was starting to fall backwards on the slope.
Doing it the right way around was beautiful and rewarding though - some views:
Can heartily recommend - and it almost burned off the food and booze we scoffed each night!
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Paradox
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Doing 300+ km per week at the moment on a commuter bike. I am eyeing off a Giant Advanced Defy 3 which would be a massive upgrade over my $500 commuter hybrid. 
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The_Brown_Hornet
John Eales (66)
Well boys I've finally done it -- upgraded to a decent road bike. Meet the newest member of the family:
GT GTR Series 1.0 -- alloy frame with carbon forks and seat stays, with an Ultegra group set. It's an insane bike for the money.
GT GTR Series 1.0 -- alloy frame with carbon forks and seat stays, with an Ultegra group set. It's an insane bike for the money.
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Paradox
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Nice one - how much was it?
The_Brown_Hornet
John Eales (66)
I got mine for $1900 as it was a 2011 run out. I looked at the Defy range also and you can't go too wrong there. It was just that the GT was such good value I couldn't pass it up.
Joe Mac
Arch Winning (36)
Doing 300+ km per week at the moment on a commuter bike. I am eyeing off a Giant Advanced Defy 3 which would be a massive upgrade over my $500 commuter hybrid.
Its very hard to beat a giant in terms of bang for your buck. They also come with a lifetime warranty which is handy if you go for a carbon option...
I was in there last week and they have a bike with Di2 groupset and dura-ace wheels for 5k. That is an incredible deal...
Joe Mac
Arch Winning (36)
For those cycling enthusiasts out there I thought I would make an introduction to an internationally recognised aussie bike brand which make stunning titanium and steel bikes. Check out the welding on the bikes and the paintwork! Unfortunately at 5-7k for a frame, they are way too expensive for me... Very nice to look at nonetheless!
http://www.baumcycles.com/
http://www.baumcycles.com/
He made my frame in 2003 - lightweight steel, custom fit. A light (about 8kg all up) and very comfy bike. Superb work. I was one of his earlier customers in Oz, from memory. I can highly recommend his work, it is beautiful. One day, I will get him to make another in titanium. It was cheaper then too - but still 3K for the frame and carbon fork.
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Nathan Sharpe (72)
what's the benefit of titanium over carbon and what is the weight difference?
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Joe Mac
Arch Winning (36)
Titanium bikes are more comfortable to ride (they flex more) but they are slightly heavier. The frames probably aren't as aero as well.
Inside Shoulder
Nathan Sharpe (72)
Is that a dedicated bike path in the righthand photo?And some more about me....
Just got back from an Easter break in Italy, most of it spent around Lake Garda where a mate and I rented decent bikes - I had a Colnago C50
Thankfully, without having to ask it came with a Granny (triple) ring, because lake Garda is basically surrounded by Italian mountains.
The 'easy' short ride was straight out of the front door and 600m straight up. We actually tried to do it the wrong way round at thirst and got 300m up at 20% gradient before my heart rate exploded and had to turn back as my bike was starting to fall backwards on the slope.
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Doing it the right way around was beautiful and rewarding though - some views:
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Can heartily recommend - and it almost burned off the food and booze we scoffed each night!
Nope, a country road going downhill at about 15% (grade never comes off well in photos)
Inside Shoulder
Nathan Sharpe (72)
Pity - it looked safe and inviting....but I've seen the way the italians drive on the narrow hillside roads and I'm not sure Im ready to take them on
Inside Shoulder
Nathan Sharpe (72)
Anyone had any experience of Hutchinson Fusion 3 tubeless road tyres?
I have been recommended them to reduce/stop punctures...
I have been recommended them to reduce/stop punctures...
Joe Mac
Arch Winning (36)
I wouldn't recommend getting tubless tyres it is a huge problem when you need to change them. You would be better to get some Shimano wheels which have a very high quality build (The RS30's are great) and a pair of continental Gator tyres. Should get many punctures with that set-up.
Wheels
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=80985
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=76733
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=76736
Tyres (buy x 2)
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=18800