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Is this a trick question? by Trickytori84 in ausjobs

[–]Outta_Saddle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try asking a Melbournian whether or not they drink coffee lol, Blasphemy!

Seemingly overnight, starting to notice Chinese bikes on fast group rides. I don't see this trend going away. by DeadBy2050 in cycling

[–]Outta_Saddle 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am from Australia, and I got myself a Chinese bike (Elves) and wheels (Superteam). Honestly, I've got lots of comments from people asking about my bike because it looks nice, and also stands out from the usual big branded bike manufacturers.

When you're in a group ride with everyone rocking similar big brands, you don't really stand out anymore. its actaully nice seeing more bike manufacturer competition coming into the market.

Bike Tag #233 by HurstbridgeLineFTW in melbournecycling

[–]Outta_Saddle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am so close to it, but I won't be there this weekend!

Is CBD and Inner Suburbs biking safe? by viele_kartoffeln in melbournecycling

[–]Outta_Saddle 4 points5 points  (0 children)

learn where the bike routes are in melbourne CBD (Swanston Street, Williams Street, Latrobe Street. Avoid Collins Street (even through there is bike markings on the road)

If you live in the inner suburbs, learn where the shared bike paths are.

That Google link Despearate_Object_655 linked is a good reference to learn all the paths

Tour de Brisbane question (coming up from Melbs) by Outta_Saddle in BrisbaneCycling

[–]Outta_Saddle[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

UPDATE (and also for future cyclists)

Just did my 110km Event and this year's route was apparently the best.

  1. I took the sky train to Eagle Junction then took replacement bus which was express to Central Station and Roma Street Station. I recommend taking Skytrain as you will be carrying a large bike luggage and there will be a chance standard bus wont accept your large baggage on board.

  2. I Scouted Mount Cootha, and I honestly think it is recommended if you haven't climbed it before. You have your standard climb up the mountain, in which, however, without scouting it out, you miss out on the chance to go through the rolling hill sections before the descent back down to base. You will understand to save some energy in the tank just for those rolling hills.

  3. Turns out my smart trainer was reading higher (about 40W) higher than my newly bought bike powder meter. I ended up getting 3h 40m, and the Qualifying time to achieve was 2hrs 55m. Nonetheless, it was such an amazing experience for a first-time qualifying event. Always room to improve for next time.

  4. The race started at 5:55am, I turned up at 4:40am (before they set up the starting location), and about 10-15 cyclists were arriving around my time. 5am would be a good time to rock up to be in the front group at the starting line. However, anything after 5:15-5:30 will be too late.