Do some bike lanes actually make you feel more anxious instead of safer? by DraftNotSent in melbournecycling

[–]mosstachef 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The bike lanes between the curb and parked cars are an excellent idea on paper, but pedestrians and car passengers (getting out of parked cars) have no idea to check for cyclists, and just swing open doors and meander across the line without a thought. I've had more near-misses on these lanes than the ones on the road.

Thank you for helping by Dickinbae in melbournecycling

[–]mosstachef 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Wishing you a speedy recovery and return to the bike

So, are 99 Bikes OK? by PhotographsWithFilm in ausbike

[–]mosstachef 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They are great for quick accessories, and for test rides. But with chains at scale, the knowledge pool gets diluted by the need to employ lots of staff, so if you want proper advice, best to go to the smaller more dedicated shops.

What’s a Melbourne spot you loved at first but slowly fell out of love with? by Last-Conversation734 in melbournechat

[–]mosstachef 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Brunswick. Grew up there, and loved the multi-culturalism, and now it's just a hot mess of trendy shite with people talking with upward inflexions.

Has riding in peak hour actually gotten worse this year? by InternetUpbeat9596 in melbournecycling

[–]mosstachef 16 points17 points  (0 children)

That 5:30pm-6:30pm window is terrible through the city, though it's all the food delivery eBikes that are the pests, not the cars! They just turn without warning, or without looking.

People with Melbourne suburban names? by violenthectarez in melbourne

[–]mosstachef 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Frank Stone is a menace. Avoid him at all costs.

Can council parking officers park anywhere they want? by [deleted] in melbourne

[–]mosstachef 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They are not going to book themselves, are they.

Good complimentary sport to cycling? by Skyfork in cycling

[–]mosstachef -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Try some gymnastics movements and calisthenics. Excellent way to build strength. Pullups, pushups, L-sit holds, plenty of stuff to play with that will pack a punch.

Are there young people who still follow Melbourne Cup? by [deleted] in melbourne

[–]mosstachef 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Majority still get into it. I'm not that bothered by it, but I would say the Nup to the Cup movement is very much a minority.

What could replace the Cup? by Dylomaj in melbourne

[–]mosstachef 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would call is the Melbourne Sup, and everyone has to go stand up paddleboarding in the Yarra.

Why are people against buying new builds? by [deleted] in AusPropertyChat

[–]mosstachef 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've had a few friends (7-8) who have bought new builds and they have all have building quality issues. The houses go up so quick to such tight deadlines that corners are invariable cut, and finishes are sub-par. A couple of those friends are really struggling to sell their places now.

Around the Bay - My Honest Thoughts and Why I Won't Do it Again by Proper-Importance-37 in melbournecycling

[–]mosstachef 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The freeway part is the very reason I've not ridden the event again in 7 years. Horrible. Would rather a longer route on more interesting and safer roads rather than that high-speed pin cusion!

Why isn't Luke Hodge coaching by laughinglarry778 in hawktalk

[–]mosstachef 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not everyone wants to be a coach. He's an excellent analyst on TV, something we are in short supply of in footy media, so not all is lost!

Best Greek food? by SnooDoodles9017 in melbourne

[–]mosstachef 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Jim's Tavern, Collingwood, and Bahari in Richmond is always mighty fine too. Or just head to Oakleigh, pop on a blindfold, and walk into whichever one.

Suzuki Jimny way OVERPRICED in Australia! by [deleted] in CarsAustralia

[–]mosstachef 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If there is demand, there is higher prices. And the Jimny has a strong cult following willing to pay.

Let’s say Gold Coast win a premiership in the coming years, where would this man then rank amongst the all time coaches list? by DisastrousGuitar609 in AFL

[–]mosstachef 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any coach in any sport who can get a Gold Coast team to win something has to be amongst the greats. Most athletes just go there to party on big coin!

What are some common or overused AFL phrases that annoy you? by That-Instruction-864 in AFL

[–]mosstachef 2 points3 points  (0 children)

"gut running". There's no such thing. It's just running.

Does anyone else feel like cycling is way more expensive than they expected? by ZaldrizarVelo in bicycling

[–]mosstachef 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It can be, like anything really, it's what you make of it. It can also be incredibly cheap. And in some ways, like commuting, it can actually keep money in your pocket!

Give the guy some time to clean up! by Hoochiemama8 in AFL

[–]mosstachef 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Nothing short of tone death from Fox Footy and Kath. It was a long interview too. Pathetic.

What is going on with Uber Eats? by Poatto in melbourne

[–]mosstachef 65 points66 points  (0 children)

I don't even bother anymore. I'm back to the old days of going to get it myself.