Canberra Vikings Cycling Club Forum http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/ This is a Canberra based Cycling Club discussion forum. To find out about Vikings Cycling club in Canberra, please go to http://www.vikingscycling.org.au for more information. en Sun, 20 May 2012 03:08:42 GMT vBulletin 60 http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/images/evo/misc/rss.jpg Canberra Vikings Cycling Club Forum http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/ Federal Hwy resealing warning http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5297&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 23:32:14 GMT I noticed driving in this morning that the road was going to be resealed today from Majura Rd overpass to Eaglehawk, given past history probably... I noticed driving in this morning that the road was going to be resealed today from Majura Rd overpass to Eaglehawk, given past history probably worth steering clear of that area this weekend. ]]> Shoutbox! Sluggo http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5297 PROD this Sunday, 8am from ANU http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5296&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 05:14:16 GMT Hi all, I'll be doing a PROD this Sunday 8am from the ANU. So I hope will some of my riders, including Valkyries, once I get around to telling them. Hope to have a couple of groups based on pace, but it will be pretty relaxed after the tough scratch race on Saturday arvo. ]]> Training Rides in the ACT SimonD http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5296 Tracking Station Scratch (CCC): Saturday May 19, 1pm http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5295&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 03:42:57 GMT This is a Canberra CC run race. Please visit the CCC webpage for the most up to date race details:... This is a Canberra CC run race. Please visit the CCC webpage for the most up to date race details: http://www.canberracyclingclub.org.a...63&IntCatId=33

Graded Scratch Race

Location: This course uses the roads between Tidbinbilla Tracking Station, the Point Hut intersection and Flints Reserve Crossing.

Car Parking: Competitors will park at Tidbinbilla Tracking Station.

Timing: Racing will commence at 1:00pm – Registration closes at 12.45pm.

Start/Finish The start and finish for this race is at Tidbinbilla Tracking Station, which is at the end of Discovery Drive. Riders proceed to Paddys River Road where they turn left onto Tidbinbilla Road and continuing to the turnaround just before the descent into the Point Hut intersection. Riders then head north to the turn at Flints Reserve Crossing before proceeding back along Paddys River Road and turning left into Discovery Drive and on to the Tracking Station. Riders will complete a set number of laps. The loop is approximately 40 km.

This is a great race to bring family and friends and have a look around the tracking station and try the offerings at the moon rock café. Riders are reminded that if they are using the toilets at the visitor centre or visiting the café they should dismount and walk along the walkway from the car park.

Men’s A, B and C and women’s A will do 2 laps (80 kilometres) while Men’s D and E and Women’s B and C will do 1 lap (40 kilometres).

Riders require a 2012 Cycling Australia licence. Riders must have an approved Australian Standard Helmet and this will be checked rego, and riders must have a bike in roadworthy condition. Riders must be present for the race brief prior to their grade start.

Remember to bring your Times7 tag (if you don’t have one they are available for hire at rego)

Entry is $5 for CCC/VCC members and $10 all others. ]]> Upcoming Races Totoro http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5295 Coota Handicap http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5294&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 01:27:52 GMT http://www.pbase.com/magbar/cootamundra_haycarters http://www.pbase.com/magbar/cootamundra_haycarters ]]> Race Photos mtburgess http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5294 Cycleops windtrainer available in the UK http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5293&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 09:02:10 GMT worth checking this listing for interesting details regarding the use of wind-trainers: ... worth checking this listing for interesting details regarding the use of wind-trainers:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ws/eBayISA...17#description ]]> Shoutbox! SSSimon http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5293 CA Cyclo-cross news May 2012 http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5292&goto=newpost Tue, 15 May 2012 10:33:14 GMT The discipline of Cyclo-cross (CX) has been conducted in Australia for many years now on an informal basis under the auspices of both Mountain Bike... The discipline of Cyclo-cross (CX) has been conducted in Australia for many years now on an informal basis under the auspices of both Mountain Bike Australia (MTBA) and Cycling Australia (CA). However, in recent times its popularity has increased.

CA, with the agreement and support of MTBA, has now introduced a number of initiatives to provide more structure to this growing discipline.

For more info:

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]]> Shoutbox! lovetoride http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5292 Valkyries - a big day on Thursday - a cold ride and a social catchup http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5291&goto=newpost Tue, 15 May 2012 09:21:00 GMT Hi Valkyries, The good news is that Simon is back from holidays and will be running coached sessions from next week. So this Thursday I am... Hi Valkyries,

The good news is that Simon is back from holidays and will be running coached sessions from next week.

So this Thursday I am suggesting a little social ride, all rugged up in your new winter cycling gear, before the serious work starts again. 6am at the ANU. Route to be decided by consensus on the day, or by me if no-one turns up.

Then the best part. A social catchup with Simon and Valkyries at Cream in town at 6pm on Thursday evening - unless anyone else has a better idea for a venue?

Let me know if you are planning on riding on Thursday and/or coming to the catchup.

Cheers Natasha ]]> Training Rides in the ACT Natasha http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5291 awesomest mtb eva http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5290&goto=newpost Mon, 14 May 2012 02:31:51 GMT Image: http://www.performancebike.com/images/performance/products/large/30-0217-BLK-SIDE.jpg GT Force 3.0; Really forgiving bike; Sprightly...

GT Force 3.0; Really forgiving bike; Sprightly enough up-hill; 5" of fun for coming back down; All Shimano Deore;

If you're interested, come for a ride at stromlo, have crank bros or flats, byo SPDs.

*actual bike not shown ]]> Classifieds tim http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5290 Fastest bike in the world http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5289&goto=newpost Mon, 14 May 2012 02:14:10 GMT Image: http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/419729_10150846864274741_502324740_12619246_499814425_n.jpg ultegra 6700; shimano training...

ultegra 6700; shimano training wheels and/or fulcrum racing zeros; ultegra pedals or speedplays; all ritchey bits;

If you're keen and worthy let's talk about a reasonable price... ]]> Classifieds tim http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5289 Willo Enduro 13/5 http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5288&goto=newpost Sun, 13 May 2012 11:04:54 GMT The Willo Enduro was run today in the Wingello State Forest. Organisation was exemplary, with parking next to the course and food/coffee available... The Willo Enduro was run today in the Wingello State Forest.

Organisation was exemplary, with parking next to the course and food/coffee available at race HQ.

I raced the 75k event which was 3 laps of a 25k circuit. The course consisted of fire roads linking some spectacular single tracks. Single tracks ranged from quite twisty technical sections to fast and flowing trails between luscious green grass trees under a tree canopy complete with large tree ferns in gullies and huge banksia trees in bloom.

Most of the climbing was on fire roads. Interesting in the tight stuff my old 26'er was really fast and responsive, but I had a hard time keeping up with the 29er's on anything open.

Dylon Cooper won the 75k event in 3hours and 8 minutes. That is a really impressive ride as I was taking about 1 hour 20 per lap and scraped on on the 4hour mark making it into the top 20 M40+ masters.

From a road perspective it is very interesting doing an event which was about an hour longer that the longest road event that I've done. That 4th hour really sapped me and it was all I could do to keep the pedals turning over in my shortest gear on anything that resembled a climb.

Definitely a worthwhile exercise for anyone who wants to test and improve their endurance, see some nice scenery and ride somewhere different! ]]> Race Results SSSimon http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5288 Sunday ride - hill reps Stromlo - Valkyries http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5287&goto=newpost Fri, 11 May 2012 06:06:51 GMT Hi Valkyries, In the eternal effort to one day not be the last person up the hill (or down the hill or along the flat for that matter), I am... Hi Valkyries,

In the eternal effort to one day not be the last person up the hill (or down the hill or along the flat for that matter), I am squeezing in some hill reps before Simon D comes back from holidays.

6.45 am at the bottom of Mt Stromlo on Sunday for any one who wants to join me. All over by 8 am - got to get the daughter to sport.

Cheers Natasha

PS -Unless it rains, or is below zero - no fun coming down then. ]]> Training Rides in the ACT Natasha http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5287 Frank Long Classic http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5286&goto=newpost Fri, 11 May 2012 03:03:26 GMT Well another Frank Long is done and dusted with a podium finish for yours truly. It was a quieter affair than previous years with just under 60... Well another Frank Long is done and dusted with a podium finish for yours truly. It was a quieter affair than previous years with just under 60 riders taking part in the senior event. There were about 5 or 6 bunches heading off with limit heading off around 15 minutes before scratch. I was in the middle bunch, just 6.5 minutes after limit and surrounded by riders from HCC (Hamilton Cycling Club) and just one other rider from Camperdown. All strong guys and keen to help me out. The handicapper had told me earlier he was bound to get either a local win or a Long over the line with the bunch and I was counting on his predictions.

We headed south initially on a 40 k out and back course, struggling into a strong head-wind with rolling hills but a generally down-hill profile. The bunch stuck together well and there was very little rest to be had and no respite from the wind as turns at the front were quick to come back around. The climb out of Byaduk Nth tested the bunch a little but we kept it together with some solid turns but consistent tempo. Once the climb is done there is a good descent with a strategically placed turn-around right at the bottom. It gave everyone a chance to see where the bunches ahead and behind were situated and it became apparent that all bunches ahead of us had become one.

The climb back seemed to put pressure on the bunch with four of us taking the lead and keeping an even tempo in the hope the entire bunch would reform near the top. It finally did but in retrospect we should have made a move then and there and put the heavier riders behind us. The bunch found it difficult to get back into good shape from then on and only got itself organised once we'd gathered the bunch in front of us in. A new pace-line formed with several of the riders from the earlier bunches taking part. All good as far as form was concerned but the pace had now slowed and we had seen the remaining bunches (now also formed as one) descending to the turn-around as we were climbing back up! It was time to get moving.

A sprint point about 7 k's for the finish was the key. Some riders near the front surged to take the money and it was clear there was more energy in the bunch than was being spent, so I attacked and brought the remains of my initial bunch and just a few hangers on through to form a new pace-line, dropping a few of the slower riders. Only a few of us then took turns to keep the pace up and keep scratch from catching. With about 5 k's to go, one of the HCC guys offered to let me attack on the next hill and he promised not to chase, hoping I'd get away on my own and ride to glorious victory. I hesitated at the idea, knowing I'd struggle out there on my own and probably not keep the hounds off my wheel for a full 5 k. Nevertheless, the two of us pushed the pace over the hill in the hope we'd pop a few more riders but everyone hung on.

From there on it was just miserable. The bunch slackened and pace-line died and I came to the front to keep the pace up. I knew I had no chance of winning as failure to keep moving would have scratch on us soon but it seemed entirely down to me to drive the bunch. Doh! I should have attacked again but the chance was now gone. I stayed on the front for about 3 k's, feeling pretty good but knowing it was going to come down to a sprint.

The final 1.3 k's of the race is a slight incline after crossing the railway tracks. I switched off after checking I couldn't see any sign of scratch and let a small handfull of riders roll past me, holding 4th or 5th wheel. The bunch slowed and everyone jockeyed for position. I moved right and sat as close as I could to the double white lines in the hope riders would stick to the rules and not overtake me on the right, picked a good wheel and waited for the sprint.

The sprint kicked with only about 400 metres to go, but sure enough I got boxed in by someone coming up on the wrong side of the road. I missed the first two riders as they gained a bike length but managed to kick again and pass two more riders and just come across the line for third.

Extremely happy to have made the podium in the Frank Long in its 62nd year and great to have ridden with such a great bunch of HCC riders who have all been riding or running the Frank Long for years. HCC riders Brian Hayes took out the line honours with Simon Povey close behind and me in third. Both riders were amongst the strongest (and obviously smartest) in the bunch and deserved their placings. Fastest time was won by the same rider as last year, D Woolley off scratch. The strong headwind on the way out kept average speeds down but I can assure you it was hard!

Of course the family were chuffed and it was great to head back to the club rooms for a good chin-wag, a few beers and presentations. I'll be back again next year. ]]> Race Results Bean http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5286 Campy at the Giro http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5285&goto=newpost Thu, 10 May 2012 23:51:40 GMT http://www.cyclingnews.com/features/giro-ditalia-race-tech-gallery-campagnolo-eps-time-trial-shifters Reading this made me think of you Lee. Maybe... http://www.cyclingnews.com/features/...trial-shifters

Reading this made me think of you Lee. Maybe you should go to the Giro next year? ]]> Shoutbox! milto http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5285 Giro http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5284&goto=newpost Thu, 10 May 2012 08:12:20 GMT How good was Matt Goss sideways on the TT bike? How good was Matt Goss sideways on the TT bike? ]]> Shoutbox! milto http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5284 Top 50 lights for commuting http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5283&goto=newpost Thu, 10 May 2012 01:08:54 GMT What's your pick?

http://rideons.wordpress.com/2012/05...for-commuting/ ]]> Shoutbox! Bean http://forum.vikingscycling.org.au/showthread.php?t=5283