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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-02-20, 10:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,905
Posted By nealcollins

You could have a look at GoldenCheetah...

You could have a look at GoldenCheetah (https://github.com/GoldenCheetah/GoldenCheetah) - it's open source and seems to be able to read from various cycling computers, etc.
Forum: Australia - New Zealand
09-09-19, 12:43 AM
Replies: 2,584
Views: 179,861
Posted By nealcollins

Yes, it's pretty sad. Not that I ever used it -...

Yes, it's pretty sad. Not that I ever used it - if I had a helmet with me then I usually had my bike as well... But I know people who did use it extensively.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-26-19, 07:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,514
Posted By nealcollins

For a while I was running my Cryolite Hotshot...

For a while I was running my Cryolite Hotshot 150's from one of those USB power banks - seems to keep them running for ages. You can even recharge the power bank from your generator hub if you have a...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-06-19, 12:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,864
Posted By nealcollins

One option is GoldenCheetah...

One option is GoldenCheetah (https://www.goldencheetah.org/).
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-07-19, 11:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,599
Posted By nealcollins

1. Yes. Need to check this one - I'll update once...

1. Yes. Need to check this one - I'll update once I have a chance to test this.
2. No, as long as you have downloaded the route to your phone first.
3. Yes
4. Not sure. The GPS Ally apps does show...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
01-20-19, 10:56 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,830
Posted By nealcollins

Trans Pyrenees Race

The Trans Pyrenees Race (https://transpyrenees.cc/) starting October 4th, 2019 in Biarritz France might be of interest to some here.

From the website:

Trans Pyrenees Race No.1 has four Control...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
08-27-18, 09:14 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 778
Posted By nealcollins

A review of the book is here...

A review of the book is here (https://cyclingtips.com/2018/08/book-review-overlander-by-rupert-guinness/) (not by me - I'm still waiting for my copy).
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
08-22-18, 06:46 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 778
Posted By nealcollins

Book about the Indian Pacific Wheel Race

Not sure if it has been mentioned here yet, but a book has been released about the inaugural Indian Pacific Wheel Race by Rupert Guinness called "Overlander, One man's epic race to cross Australia"....
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-12-18, 09:35 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,830
Posted By nealcollins

Did you look at the smaller Exposure lights...

Did you look at the smaller Exposure lights (Sirus, etc) - they use a clip + rubber strap mount (it's a completely different setup to the Strada) and they have all the same programming functions as...
Forum: Touring
06-07-18, 09:10 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,348
Posted By nealcollins

I think these pages sum it up nicely -...

I think these pages sum it up nicely - https://ridefar.info/bike/cycling-speed/weight/ and Bike weight and performance ? Dave McCraw (http://mccraw.co.uk/bike-weight-performance/).

In summary -...
Forum: Australia - New Zealand
05-30-18, 12:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,481
Posted By nealcollins

I don't have any personal experience of either...

I don't have any personal experience of either Grafton or Perth, but here are the monthly weather statistics for both for your information...

Grafton - Climate statistics for Australian locations...
Forum: Touring
02-13-18, 08:16 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,159
Posted By nealcollins

I guess this is it:...

I guess this is it: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=wan.util.showtime
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-15-18, 06:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,018
Posted By nealcollins

They may have missed the boat now that lots of...

They may have missed the boat now that lots of bikes are using disc brakes :)
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
12-05-17, 07:06 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 24,197
Posted By nealcollins

From Lezyne - Engineered Design - Support - FAQ...

From Lezyne - Engineered Design - Support - FAQ (http://www.lezyne.com/support-faq.php):
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
10-03-17, 09:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,543
Posted By nealcollins

https://ridefar.info/ is a good site for info...

https://ridefar.info/ is a good site for info about long distance cycling.

Sheldon Brown-Bicycle Technical Information (http://sheldonbrown.com/) has a wealth of general information about cycling,...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
10-02-17, 11:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,475
Posted By nealcollins

True, although apparently the new visibility...

True, although apparently the new visibility rules for the Indian Pacific will be based on the Audax Australia rules.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
10-02-17, 06:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,475
Posted By nealcollins

Indian Pacific Wheel Race returns in 2018

The Indian Pacific Wheel Race will be run again in 2018. Main changes are stricter lighting rules and the addition of a team relay category.
...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
10-01-17, 11:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,411
Posted By nealcollins

My previous road bike had Ultegra hubs - they was...

My previous road bike had Ultegra hubs - they was trouble free and the bike still going strong after 7 years (I passed it on to a relative). According to Strava I put 16,500 kms on it, but that's not...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
09-20-17, 08:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,932
Posted By nealcollins

They're not bad - they do squeal a bit sometimes...

They're not bad - they do squeal a bit sometimes when being applied, but otherwise are perfectly silent. I 'm using sintered metal pads which makes them more likely to squeal, but should give more...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
09-18-17, 09:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,932
Posted By nealcollins

I use for commuting every day and it's great for...

I use for commuting every day and it's great for that - plenty of luggage capacity (I've added some panniers), dynamo lights - so no need to worry about flat batteries and mudguards for when it...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
09-17-17, 09:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,932
Posted By nealcollins

I have a Deccan. I haven't used it for a tour...

I have a Deccan. I haven't used it for a tour yet, just a few Audax rides (200 - 300 km). So far I like it. I have changed the seat and tires, but otherwise it's stock. It's been trouble free so far...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-14-17, 11:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,119
Posted By nealcollins

GPS accuracy should be better than 2-4 mph off,...

GPS accuracy should be better than 2-4 mph off, however your phone's GPS may not be that accurate as phones are usually designed for longer battery life rather than accurately measuring your speed.
Forum: Australia - New Zealand
05-17-17, 06:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,215
Posted By nealcollins

Francesco Moser was an Italian profession cyclist...

Francesco Moser was an Italian profession cyclist who - according to Wikipedia - went on to build racing bicycles (see "Moser Cicli" on wikipedia - I'm not allowed to post URL's appraently)
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-16-17, 09:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,172
Posted By nealcollins

I've used Garmins LiveTrack with an Edge 1000 and...

I've used Garmins LiveTrack with an Edge 1000 and an iPhone, both connected to a power bank with 2 USB ports. It worked fine on a 18 hour ride. LiveTrack provides a web site where people can track...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
11-13-16, 05:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,700
Posted By nealcollins

And they are off... tracking is available at...

And they are off... tracking is available at Great Southern Randonnée (http://www.audax.org.au/tracker/).
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
11-10-16, 06:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,700
Posted By nealcollins

It looks like the wind is going to be nasty for...

It looks like the wind is going to be nasty for the 1200K guys and gals - strong south westerlies (headwinds) on Monday*.

I'm doing the 300K from Port Fairy this year, but I'm hoping to work my...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-27-16, 06:30 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,061
Posted By nealcollins

If it's a Li-ion battery, then it should be OK...

If it's a Li-ion battery, then it should be OK for 6 months if stored at about 40% charge and below 25C (the cooler the better).

(Source: How to Prolong Lithium-based Batteries - Battery...
Forum: Touring
10-11-16, 10:07 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 19,316
Posted By nealcollins

A better question might be: what features do you...

A better question might be: what features do you want from top end road bikes in your touring bike that they don't already have?

The only one I can think of is Ultegra 3x11 with integrated disc...
Forum: Touring
10-11-16, 06:46 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 19,316
Posted By nealcollins

The closest I've seen to the "ultimate touring...

The closest I've seen to the "ultimate touring bike" are the bikes by Vivente (http://viventebikes.com/) - but even they are not that expensive compared to road bikes :)

And they are deliberately...
Forum: Australia - New Zealand
09-22-16, 08:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,289
Posted By nealcollins

I'm not from NZ (across the ditch in Oz), but I...

I'm not from NZ (across the ditch in Oz), but I would have though a cyclocross bike would be the pick for NZ - it's famous for its off-road tracks.

My sister-in-law just came back from visiting...
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