Hi Readers,
Many thanks for all your encouragements and congratulations.
The end of the trip was both elating and a bit sad that the journey is over.
Thanks to all those that made this possible, it was a joint effort and I've put a sticker on the bike that says "We crossed the Nullarbor".
Friday 18 November 2011
Wednesday 16 November 2011
Day 22 Cunderdin - Chidlow 125km
Good tailwinds today. Even though the Great Eastern Highway - Route 94 - became wider and smoother, the trucks no longer moved over, especially when there was an overtaking lane. I was happy to be off that road and on the railtrail.
Camped near Chidlow at Lake Leschanaultia which was a beautiful place to camp.
The rail trail to Midland went through the John Forrest National Park, and was mostly downhill. It was a joy to scoot on that track than ride on the highway.
I set a new speed record of 49km/h downhill back on the highway.
Camped near Chidlow at Lake Leschanaultia which was a beautiful place to camp.
The rail trail to Midland went through the John Forrest National Park, and was mostly downhill. It was a joy to scoot on that track than ride on the highway.
I set a new speed record of 49km/h downhill back on the highway.
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| Peter who has been on the road for seven years! (Northam) |
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| Last night of camping at Lake Leschanaultia |
Monday 14 November 2011
Day 21 Merredin to Cunderdin 108km
Hi,
Just a short message:
Headwinds, good road - wide and smooth.
Will ride from Cunderdin to Northam (56km) , then take the Kep bike track to Woroloo , then the Rail reserves heritage trail to Midland. I'll stay in Midland on the 15th, and make the final dash to the Indian Ocean on the 16th. Barring bottles.
http://www.railtrails.org.au/states/trails.php3?action=trail&trail=49
Rob.
Just a short message:
Headwinds, good road - wide and smooth.
Will ride from Cunderdin to Northam (56km) , then take the Kep bike track to Woroloo , then the Rail reserves heritage trail to Midland. I'll stay in Midland on the 15th, and make the final dash to the Indian Ocean on the 16th. Barring bottles.
http://www.railtrails.org.au/states/trails.php3?action=trail&trail=49
Rob.
Sunday 13 November 2011
Day 20 Southern Cross to Merredin 110km
This was a heavy headwind day.
Route 94 deterioated for 75km out of Southern Cross, then the shoulder widened to become a bicycle autobahn. It was a hairy ride for that 75km, and had to constantly check the mirror and over my shoulder.
It seems that the W.A. term for a cyclist is an "anchor". This is what I was called with gusto by a passenger of a passing shiny utility that had a muffler problem. I don't understand the nautical connection, but will look it up later. He may have said the Nyoongar Aboriginal phrase "gnank-aarr" which means "my voice has broken and I will soon be a man!".
In any case I responded with a friendly bird-like wave and carried on my way.
To date the bike has been faultless. Here is a list of equipment failures to date:
1. bent kick-stand from being overloaded
2. suncream impregnated riding gloves that hold their shape.
3. slightly stretched brake cable from a heavy stop.
4. slightly scorched saucepan.
5. self-deflating Thermorest (tm) mattress.
Right now I am at Kelleberrin on route to Cunderdin, the second last stop.
Route 94 deterioated for 75km out of Southern Cross, then the shoulder widened to become a bicycle autobahn. It was a hairy ride for that 75km, and had to constantly check the mirror and over my shoulder.
It seems that the W.A. term for a cyclist is an "anchor". This is what I was called with gusto by a passenger of a passing shiny utility that had a muffler problem. I don't understand the nautical connection, but will look it up later. He may have said the Nyoongar Aboriginal phrase "gnank-aarr" which means "my voice has broken and I will soon be a man!".
In any case I responded with a friendly bird-like wave and carried on my way.
To date the bike has been faultless. Here is a list of equipment failures to date:
1. bent kick-stand from being overloaded
2. suncream impregnated riding gloves that hold their shape.
3. slightly stretched brake cable from a heavy stop.
4. slightly scorched saucepan.
5. self-deflating Thermorest (tm) mattress.
Right now I am at Kelleberrin on route to Cunderdin, the second last stop.
Remy from France
Rabbit Proof Fence near Merredin
More wildflowers
Hill near Norseman
Saturday 12 November 2011
Day 19 Bush camp 4 (beyond Coolgardie) to Southern Cross 140km
The last two days have been getting hotter. Today it was about 30degrees.
Southern Cross marks the boundary from mining country to the wheat belt.
The last two days brought good tail winds, so I managed to gain a day.
The camera's memory stick to USB adaptor can't physically fit in the PC here, so I can't add photos to this entry. Pity, because there are many different types of wild flowers that I've photographed along the road side. Maybe I could add them tomorrow.
Route 94 isn't very suited for bicycles. The shoulder, if it exists, is too narrow and bumpy. The edge of the asphalt has a 5cm drop to the gravel. The gravel is bauxite, which is like riding on ball bearings. So, if any other cyclists are reading this blog for information on a suitable route - avoid 94. I've had a near slip and fall but was able to stop falling over.
Next stop is Merredin, but if the wind is good I may go further.
Southern Cross marks the boundary from mining country to the wheat belt.
The last two days brought good tail winds, so I managed to gain a day.
The camera's memory stick to USB adaptor can't physically fit in the PC here, so I can't add photos to this entry. Pity, because there are many different types of wild flowers that I've photographed along the road side. Maybe I could add them tomorrow.
Route 94 isn't very suited for bicycles. The shoulder, if it exists, is too narrow and bumpy. The edge of the asphalt has a 5cm drop to the gravel. The gravel is bauxite, which is like riding on ball bearings. So, if any other cyclists are reading this blog for information on a suitable route - avoid 94. I've had a near slip and fall but was able to stop falling over.
Next stop is Merredin, but if the wind is good I may go further.
Thursday 10 November 2011
Day 18 Widgiemooltha to Coolgardie and beyond 125km
Hi All,
I have mixed up all the days and have just corrected them all.
Had a poor night sleep. The camping ground at Widgiemooltha was 50m from the loudest generator, underneath a light and about 20m from the highway. I turned off the light, but the owner came down an hour later and switched it on again.
I had an easy 76km ride to Coolgardie, most of it seemed to be downhill.
It's so good to be in a place where the buildings are made of brick and not tin or fibro cement. And there's an IGA! Whoo - civilization.
I forgot to mention the longest golf course in the world; the 1365km long Nullarbor links golf course. http://www.nullarborlinks.com/.
The road from Norseman to Coolgardie took a lot more concentration to ride since it is narrower, hillier and winds its way North. I had to pull over on the side many times when I could hear a truck coming. Also, the traffic is increasing. The trucks are gargantuan and carry gargantuan machinery that digs, drills and levels mountains. Most cars here have an orange light on their roof and most people wear fluoro vests. Yes - I'm in mining country.
Never mention taxing what's in the ground that rightfully belongs to China, or you'll be in for a fight!
The next link in the riding chain Westwards is the Boondi campgrounds 90km from here , then Southern Cross 100km further. I'm not sure if I'll make the campgrounds, but will see how far I can go in the next 4 hours.
At this rate I should be in Perth late on Nov 17.
I have mixed up all the days and have just corrected them all.
Had a poor night sleep. The camping ground at Widgiemooltha was 50m from the loudest generator, underneath a light and about 20m from the highway. I turned off the light, but the owner came down an hour later and switched it on again.
I had an easy 76km ride to Coolgardie, most of it seemed to be downhill.
It's so good to be in a place where the buildings are made of brick and not tin or fibro cement. And there's an IGA! Whoo - civilization.
I forgot to mention the longest golf course in the world; the 1365km long Nullarbor links golf course. http://www.nullarborlinks.com/.
The road from Norseman to Coolgardie took a lot more concentration to ride since it is narrower, hillier and winds its way North. I had to pull over on the side many times when I could hear a truck coming. Also, the traffic is increasing. The trucks are gargantuan and carry gargantuan machinery that digs, drills and levels mountains. Most cars here have an orange light on their roof and most people wear fluoro vests. Yes - I'm in mining country.
Never mention taxing what's in the ground that rightfully belongs to China, or you'll be in for a fight!
The next link in the riding chain Westwards is the Boondi campgrounds 90km from here , then Southern Cross 100km further. I'm not sure if I'll make the campgrounds, but will see how far I can go in the next 4 hours.
At this rate I should be in Perth late on Nov 17.
Wildflowers
Postcard from Cocklebidy.
Wednesday 9 November 2011
Day 16 Fraser Range to Norseman 100km
After some very tiring days battling 20 knot headwinds , er gales, I've officially crossed the Nullarbor and am Norseman.
Today was a pretty good ride. Yesterday it took 10.5 hours to ride 90km. At times the bike was in the lowest gear, and was going at 7km/hour, even on down hill sections. I walked about 3km up some hills.
Fraser Range Station is a wonderful gem of a place to stay. If you're ever crossing the 'bor, it's well worth the stay. Very historic and picturesce surroundings.
I won't publish any photos tonight since this caravan park PC keeps bleating about illegal applications. I don't wont to have the memory stick erased! Will try in town tomorrow.
Today I finally met the mysterious cycling pair who have been one day ahead of me. They were taking a rest day before heading off to Esperance. Everyone I've met who was heading East kept mentioning them.
From Noresman there are three ways to Perth:
1. Scenic and hill route to Esperance then Albany then up the South West coast. This is the way that most cyclists take. I won't be because its an extra 4 days to Perth.
2. The 'industrial' way to Coolgardie then down Highway 94. I'll be going this way.
3. Woodlands trail to Wave Rock and Hyden. This saves a day, but it is a track and you need to camp for two nights.
Ok, I'm going to check if the washing machine here has choked on the dusty clothes I put in, then see about the reported famous pizza in town.
Maybe photos tomorrow.
Next destination: Widgiemooltha 94km away.
Thanks for your comments again.
Today was a pretty good ride. Yesterday it took 10.5 hours to ride 90km. At times the bike was in the lowest gear, and was going at 7km/hour, even on down hill sections. I walked about 3km up some hills.
Fraser Range Station is a wonderful gem of a place to stay. If you're ever crossing the 'bor, it's well worth the stay. Very historic and picturesce surroundings.
I won't publish any photos tonight since this caravan park PC keeps bleating about illegal applications. I don't wont to have the memory stick erased! Will try in town tomorrow.
Today I finally met the mysterious cycling pair who have been one day ahead of me. They were taking a rest day before heading off to Esperance. Everyone I've met who was heading East kept mentioning them.
From Noresman there are three ways to Perth:
1. Scenic and hill route to Esperance then Albany then up the South West coast. This is the way that most cyclists take. I won't be because its an extra 4 days to Perth.
2. The 'industrial' way to Coolgardie then down Highway 94. I'll be going this way.
3. Woodlands trail to Wave Rock and Hyden. This saves a day, but it is a track and you need to camp for two nights.
Ok, I'm going to check if the washing machine here has choked on the dusty clothes I put in, then see about the reported famous pizza in town.
Maybe photos tomorrow.
Next destination: Widgiemooltha 94km away.
Thanks for your comments again.
Tuesday 8 November 2011
Day 15 Fraser Range to Norseman
Rob hopes to have internet access tonight so he can update the last couple of days.
Saturday 5 November 2011
Day 13 Cocklebiddy - beyond Caiguna - to Bush Camp #3, 121km
Just a short break after a 63km ride to Caiguna. From here its 183km to the next roadhouse, Balladonia. If the winds are good, then I could be there in 2 days, ie Monday night. But if the wind is a headwind, I'll have to bush camp twice and should be at Balladonia Tuesday morning. So, I could be out of contact for the next 2 days.
This is the thanks I get for trying to shoo him off the road.
Day 12 Madura to Cocklebiddy 93km
A much easier ride today. I can almost smell the Indian Ocean from here.
There was some mice in the room last night. I put double sided tape around the bike wheels so they couldn't climb up the bike and into the panniers.
There was about 60km of head wind today. The wind changed to be a side/tail wind that made the last 33km easier.
The country side was more or less uninteresting. Flat, a few trees.
Road kill count includes: camel, wedge tailed eagle, echidna, wombats, lizards, owls, mice, and hundreds of kangaroos.
The internet connection here is best since Ceduna. The computer at Madura had 51 instances of Internet Explorer opened. It was way too slow to add pictures.
Dawn at bush camp #1, between Nundroo and Yalata.
The road goes forever. That's not a crosswalk painted, but a road landing strip for the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
Next stop will be a bush camp to the West of Caiguna on the 90 mile straight. I'll add an update at Caiguna if they have Internet.
There was some mice in the room last night. I put double sided tape around the bike wheels so they couldn't climb up the bike and into the panniers.
There was about 60km of head wind today. The wind changed to be a side/tail wind that made the last 33km easier.
The country side was more or less uninteresting. Flat, a few trees.
Road kill count includes: camel, wedge tailed eagle, echidna, wombats, lizards, owls, mice, and hundreds of kangaroos.
The internet connection here is best since Ceduna. The computer at Madura had 51 instances of Internet Explorer opened. It was way too slow to add pictures.
Bunda Cliffs
Old Telegraph station. It must have been a hard life for the telegraphists in 1877, but at least they were on-line.
Just outside Yalata
Next stop will be a bush camp to the West of Caiguna on the 90 mile straight. I'll add an update at Caiguna if they have Internet.
Friday 4 November 2011
Day 11 Mundrabilla - Madura 118km
To quote Banjo Patterson's poem, Mulga Bill's bicycle:
" I've rode a bull around a yard to win a five pound bet,
but that was the most awful ride that I've encountered yet".
Phew, 118km of relentless headwind and rain. This after a dream run of at least 5 days of tailwinds.
Just rolled into Madura -the half way point! Unfortunately the speedometer glitched a few days ago, and lost its accumulated km. Anyway, the sign here says that Pt Augusta is 1144km behind.
The parcel of food is here, and luckily the mice plague around this area has spared it.
Not staying in a tent tonight, booked a budget room and will soon be going to the room. There are some thunderstorms expected tonight.
The road trains just keep getting bigger. Some look like they are carrying large sections of an Aircraft-carrier! I spoke to a driver at Mudrabilla last night. He said that they are in constant radio contact with each other, and know well in advance when a cyclist is ahead, so they give plenty of room.
The traffic has thinned out, and the cars and trucks are about 10 minutes apart.
Unfortunately there is lots and lots of roadkill. There is a reported camel near Madura.
I haven't swatted any blowflies - they are too quick.
Here is a photo of me taken by Hugh and Pauline when we met at Penong:
http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=1r4vFZo&page_id=265728&v=3Z
I'll add some photos tomorrow morning and more reports.
(Postscript - unable to add photos)
" I've rode a bull around a yard to win a five pound bet,
but that was the most awful ride that I've encountered yet".
Phew, 118km of relentless headwind and rain. This after a dream run of at least 5 days of tailwinds.
Just rolled into Madura -the half way point! Unfortunately the speedometer glitched a few days ago, and lost its accumulated km. Anyway, the sign here says that Pt Augusta is 1144km behind.
The parcel of food is here, and luckily the mice plague around this area has spared it.
Not staying in a tent tonight, booked a budget room and will soon be going to the room. There are some thunderstorms expected tonight.
The road trains just keep getting bigger. Some look like they are carrying large sections of an Aircraft-carrier! I spoke to a driver at Mudrabilla last night. He said that they are in constant radio contact with each other, and know well in advance when a cyclist is ahead, so they give plenty of room.
The traffic has thinned out, and the cars and trucks are about 10 minutes apart.
Unfortunately there is lots and lots of roadkill. There is a reported camel near Madura.
I haven't swatted any blowflies - they are too quick.
Here is a photo of me taken by Hugh and Pauline when we met at Penong:
http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=1r4vFZo&page_id=265728&v=3Z
I'll add some photos tomorrow morning and more reports.
(Postscript - unable to add photos)
Wednesday 2 November 2011
Day 10 (Thurs 3rd Nov) - Bunda Cliffs Bush camp to Mundrabilla, 130km
Rob had more tailwinds. He went through Border Village & Eucla - visited Eucla Telegraph Station. No internet access at Eucla or Mundrabilla. Expecting tailwinds tomorrow and will pick up food parcel.
Tuesday 1 November 2011
Day 9 (Wed 2nd Nov) - Nullaboor Roadhouse to bush camp along the Bunda Cliffs, 150km.
Rob started the day with tailwinds.He met a French cyclist who was riding the opposite way. He had done 60km battling headwinds to Rob's 130km. Bike stand has broken.
Day 8 (Tues 1st Nov) - Bush camp to Nullaboor Roadhouse
Update from Rob (he doesn't have any internet access) - 120km ride, flat, treeless, the real Nullaboor. More tailwinds! Thermarest is leaking.
Sunday 30 October 2011
Day 7 - Penong to Nundroo (and beyond)
The wind is still behind me!
Penong was the last true town before Norseman, 1200km West. The places in between are all roadhouses. Some are 180km apart from each other, so I'll have to bush camp in between.
I bought a 5L water container in Ceduna, so can carry 12L at most.
I met two English cyclists at Penong, who were riding from Albany to Sydney. The had just finished a ride through South America. They are both in their 60s. A friend of their son set the Guiness book of records by riding Sydney to Perth (assisted) in 9 days.
The hills have flattened out, and the trees are thinning out, so I'm approaching the true Nullarbor.
I won't be able to make any contact for the next 48 hours when I get to Nullarbor roadhouse.
Happy Halloween, I hope there are no vampires in the bush tonight.
Penong was the last true town before Norseman, 1200km West. The places in between are all roadhouses. Some are 180km apart from each other, so I'll have to bush camp in between.
I bought a 5L water container in Ceduna, so can carry 12L at most.
I met two English cyclists at Penong, who were riding from Albany to Sydney. The had just finished a ride through South America. They are both in their 60s. A friend of their son set the Guiness book of records by riding Sydney to Perth (assisted) in 9 days.
The hills have flattened out, and the trees are thinning out, so I'm approaching the true Nullarbor.
I won't be able to make any contact for the next 48 hours when I get to Nullarbor roadhouse.
Happy Halloween, I hope there are no vampires in the bush tonight.
Friday 28 October 2011
Day 5 Wirulla to Ceduna 95km
Thanks for all the comments and words of encouragement.
Today was fantastic. I had 95km of strong tail winds. This meant I could ride uphill at 20km/h, compared to yesterday when I could only manage 12km/h ... downhill.
Ceduna is the last large town before hitting the Nullarbor.
Yesterday I met the first cyclists heading East. They had left Perth 35 days ago enroute to Sydney and had nothing but headwinds.
The inside photo of the helmet is of a curled up spider. I don't know where he hopped on board.
Today was fantastic. I had 95km of strong tail winds. This meant I could ride uphill at 20km/h, compared to yesterday when I could only manage 12km/h ... downhill.
Ceduna is the last large town before hitting the Nullarbor.
Yesterday I met the first cyclists heading East. They had left Perth 35 days ago enroute to Sydney and had nothing but headwinds.
The inside photo of the helmet is of a curled up spider. I don't know where he hopped on board.
Occupy Kimba camp.
Ironic?
Alex, Dean and Greg - good luck.
Day 4 - Wudinna to Wirrulla 127km
Temporary entry until Rob gets to Ceduna - today he met some cyclists on their way from Perth to Sydney - they had been through 35 days of headwinds!
Wednesday 26 October 2011
Day 3 - Kimba to Wudinna 105km
Today's cycling needed more effort than the last two days. I was riding into the wind, and there were many hills to climb.
Apart from these things, it was a pretty uneventful ride. The scenery was mostly wheat fields.
The road trains are getting bigger. Most of the time I spot them in the mirror and move off the road. Even so the drivers will still give me lots of distance, even crossing to the other side of the road. One time I mistook a road train for a car. He couldn't move over because of oncoming traffic and whizzed past me by the width of a handlebar. I was buffeted by the wind, but didn't fall off.
There still isn't mobile phone (Optus) coverage around these parts.
I've changed this blog's comments settings, so anonymous users can leave comments.
Apart from these things, it was a pretty uneventful ride. The scenery was mostly wheat fields.
The road trains are getting bigger. Most of the time I spot them in the mirror and move off the road. Even so the drivers will still give me lots of distance, even crossing to the other side of the road. One time I mistook a road train for a car. He couldn't move over because of oncoming traffic and whizzed past me by the width of a handlebar. I was buffeted by the wind, but didn't fall off.
There still isn't mobile phone (Optus) coverage around these parts.
I've changed this blog's comments settings, so anonymous users can leave comments.
Tuesday 25 October 2011
Day 2 Iron Knob to Kimba 90km
A very good day for cycling. The temperature was about 25degrees, and little wind. There were some hills to climb on the last 20km.
I had the first flat tyre. There wasn't any signs of a puncture, so I assume it was the valve.
Most cars and trucks approaching from behind me gave a very wide berth - often going on the other side of the road.
Can't believe the amount of litter on the side of the road. I'd estimate a piece of litter every meter. There was a Mercedes logo and some plastic grille just before the body of a freshly killed kangaroo - very sad. Less sad though was that it was a Merc ;-). I carried the logo for a few km , but disposed of it after getting the flat tyre, thinking it was generating bad luck.
Speaking of litter, I found a cassette from the Little River Band. It's title is "It's a long way there".
The blowflies here are as big a Kalamata Olives. And they bite. Lucky I had a fly mesh hat on, otherwise would have tasted a few along the way.
Tomorrow is another 90km to Wuddina. There may not be internet, so updates may not happen until Ceduna in 3 days time
I had the first flat tyre. There wasn't any signs of a puncture, so I assume it was the valve.
Most cars and trucks approaching from behind me gave a very wide berth - often going on the other side of the road.
Can't believe the amount of litter on the side of the road. I'd estimate a piece of litter every meter. There was a Mercedes logo and some plastic grille just before the body of a freshly killed kangaroo - very sad. Less sad though was that it was a Merc ;-). I carried the logo for a few km , but disposed of it after getting the flat tyre, thinking it was generating bad luck.
Speaking of litter, I found a cassette from the Little River Band. It's title is "It's a long way there".
The blowflies here are as big a Kalamata Olives. And they bite. Lucky I had a fly mesh hat on, otherwise would have tasted a few along the way.
Tomorrow is another 90km to Wuddina. There may not be internet, so updates may not happen until Ceduna in 3 days time
Monday 24 October 2011
Day 1 - Port Augusta to Iron Knob 70km
Today was a test of the bike and equipment. Everything worked well. The winds were mainly Southerly, so I had some long distances with headwinds.
Average speed was about 16km/h .
The connection I'm using to the Internet is dial-up, so can't post any pictures.
My legs are a bit tired, but should recover by tomorrow.
Average speed was about 16km/h .
The connection I'm using to the Internet is dial-up, so can't post any pictures.
My legs are a bit tired, but should recover by tomorrow.
Saturday 22 October 2011
Bikes and Trains: a stress free guide.
Thank you to all the well wishers. I am in Adelaide and will catch a bus tomorrow (Mon) to Port Augusta.
There weren't any clear instructions at the train station about putting the bike on the train. So, it is advisable to get to the station early and have a ticket ready. I booked a ticket on the internet and had only a reference number, so had to queue to get the official ticket.
Am currently in an Adelaide hostel. There were some noisy German backpackers at 3:30am that kept me awake. A quick "Entschuldigung sie bitte, I want to get some sleep!" made them stop.
There weren't any clear instructions at the train station about putting the bike on the train. So, it is advisable to get to the station early and have a ticket ready. I booked a ticket on the internet and had only a reference number, so had to queue to get the official ticket.
Am currently in an Adelaide hostel. There were some noisy German backpackers at 3:30am that kept me awake. A quick "Entschuldigung sie bitte, I want to get some sleep!" made them stop.
Thursday 20 October 2011
Tuesday 18 October 2011
The bike is ready.
Thanks to Commuter Cycles in Brunswick for their hard work.
Just need to pack up and start the ride on Tuesday 25th Oct.
Just need to pack up and start the ride on Tuesday 25th Oct.
Friday 14 October 2011
Transplant
Parts from one bike are being transplanted to another bike. This should be ready by Monday.
Thursday 13 October 2011
End of the line for my bike.
Helaas,
My bike cannot be repaired. So, plan B is to use a second bike to see if it can be made Nullarbor ready.
My bike cannot be repaired. So, plan B is to use a second bike to see if it can be made Nullarbor ready.
Wednesday 12 October 2011
4mm to stop 2400km
My on again off again on again off again trip is now... maybe on again .. or off again. The bottom bracket arrived on Tuesday - thanks to my cousins . Buuuuut it is 4mm too wide, so new cranks and a rear cluster are needed.
No problem here - as these were worn out already.
The big problem now is that the non-drive side of the bracket needs shims to make it all fit. There is a chance that these could work loose. Not something I want to happen in the middle of the Nullarbor. The Bike shop is working hard on a solution. I hope to test it this weekend.
No problem here - as these were worn out already.
The big problem now is that the non-drive side of the bracket needs shims to make it all fit. There is a chance that these could work loose. Not something I want to happen in the middle of the Nullarbor. The Bike shop is working hard on a solution. I hope to test it this weekend.
Wednesday 5 October 2011
Day-16
Hoi,
With much gratitude, my cousins will be posting me the bottom bracket for my bike. Once the bike has been repaired, then it is just a matter of assembling it and packing the bags.
Current plan is to catch a train from Melbourne to Adelaide on Oct 22. Oct 23 is the end of the solar car race from Darwin to Adelaide. Go team Nuon. http://www.worldsolarchallenge.org/ .
Oct 24, catch a bus from Adelaide to Port Augusta.
Oct 25 - start of the ride. First destination is Iron Knob (68km), or if the wind is favourable, Kimba (159km).
With much gratitude, my cousins will be posting me the bottom bracket for my bike. Once the bike has been repaired, then it is just a matter of assembling it and packing the bags.
Current plan is to catch a train from Melbourne to Adelaide on Oct 22. Oct 23 is the end of the solar car race from Darwin to Adelaide. Go team Nuon. http://www.worldsolarchallenge.org/ .
Oct 24, catch a bus from Adelaide to Port Augusta.
Oct 25 - start of the ride. First destination is Iron Knob (68km), or if the wind is favourable, Kimba (159km).
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