NOOSA EROICA 2- 2012

[duds2u]

Ergos? You will be accused of being a pretender and a poseur all in the same breath. Better prepare yourself and get the jersey.

I cant remember how to use DT shifters!

I was real happy to have STI's on Shadbolt.

[Mustang]

Yet to do the entry????
because I,ve bought a period helmet, a period jersey, period gloves, toe clips, new tires, new bartape
now what else do i need Hmmm a B17 narrow, lets have a look

[spinner]

I think we need to see a photo

[Mustang]

I think we need to see a photo

Most of it is on the water!!!!!!!

[spinner]

www.noosa-eroica.com.au

online registration & downloadable flyer now up, after much wrestling with the web program

[singlespeedscott]

I should be able to make another appearance. I might even bring a bike with some gears and a freewheel this time.

[Retro man]

Im in again
Registered and ready to go!

[ldrcycles]

Well i got the first of 7 frames off to the sand blasters today, if all goes according to plan i should have the first bike complete by the end of the month.

[Hamster]

I’m in but will wait a couple of weeks before registering. The Repco is good to go again but unfortunately the engine needs a bit of work . Nothing that more riding and less eating won’t cure.

The show ‘n’ shine last year was great – looking forward to it.

[Hamster]

Guys,

Hamster is starting out today on a serious ‘get fit’ campaign. If I succeed then I’ll be doing the full course again. However, if I fail then shamefully I’ll be reduced to doing the shorter ride.

My question is if I register for the full 115 kms would I be able to do the shorter ride but only if I remain looking like the Michelin Man.

[Mustang]

American, here you go http://www.yellowjersey.org/tocleat.html

Has any one dealt with these suppliers? I need straight cleats as advertised here.

[ldrcycles]

I haven't but i've seen a few posts on the forum from people who have and have enjoyed the experience.

[munga]

hows the campaign going, Hamster?

[vaeske]

anyone planning to order from cycles marcarini? if so I would be keen to do combined buy and shipping. I'll be wanting a vintage jersey definitely. let me know...

[LoveMiyata]

I'm thinking of possibly driving up for the weekend from Sydney, petrol will be $100 to drive up and $100 to drive back.... anyone keen on sharing? Can fit up to 3 bikes on the back and room for 3 other people depending on whether my partner wants to come for a drive so I'll say 2 others, possibly 3. If anyone is interested let me know. Up on the Friday, back on the Monday.

[ldrcycles]

From Sydney?! That's the spirit mate, worth a few bonus points for sure! I was about to ask if you couldn't find some cheap flights for less than $200 but the luggage cost might get you.

[vaeske]

From Sydney?! That's the spirit mate, worth a few bonus points for sure! I was about to ask if you couldn't find some cheap flights for less than $200 but the luggage cost might get you.

you know what? its not that bad.... worst airline to get stung on is prolly tiger.

qantas - all passengers are allowed 32Kg of check luggage for all tickets...just bring the box, check it in oversized items and you're set...not sure if its changed or not now.
jetstar/virgin - when you book tickets on jetstar/virgin website, select fair and then get checked in up to 20KGs (around an extra $18 at jetstar) and also check it in at oversized items.
tiger - flat $80 dollar extra on top of fair for extra large sports luggage (includes all sports equipment, golf clubs, bikes, and other !! BAN ME NOW FOR SWEARING !!).

[ldrcycles]

I remember going to Melbourne a few years ago for a MTB race and having to subtly hold one end of the bike box to keep it under the allowable max . If you had more than one bike though...

[Hamster]

hows the campaign going, Hamster?

The get fit campaign is progressing. I’m down 1.6 kg but there is a looooooong way to go. With no junk food and no unnecessary snacks plus of course regular cycling I should make it.

There is no possibility of me being first or even in the lead pack, but just finishing is sufficient .

[LoveMiyata]

From Sydney?! That's the spirit mate, worth a few bonus points for sure! I was about to ask if you couldn't find some cheap flights for less than $200 but the luggage cost might get you.

I'm kinda keen on the drive anyway... I've done the drive from Perth to Adelaide to Melbourne and Sydney with bikes on the back but havnt been to Brisbane yet and I love country drives so my preference is driving but I'll see how I go I'm more concerned about accommodation costs to be quite honost

[spinner]

I've been trying to put the bite on Australis Resort, which is just across the road from Noosa Marina, for some sort of accomodation deal; to no avail so far
The good news is that it's low season, so prices are at their lowest.... a studio apartment is $105 pn for 2 nights or $95 pn for 3 nights.
Depends what sort of thing you are after; there are also backpackers' not far away.
I'll check with a mate who has just taken over management of a caravan park & see what he can do

[munga]

another possibility is to rent a homestay/house for the weekend
eg: http://www.stayz.com.au lists a few houses you can rent for a day, a weekend, or a week. if theres half a dozen guys all chipping in, suddenly there's a party! ahem, i mean, suddenly there's cheap accommodation.

[vaeske]

another possibility is to rent a homestay/house for the weekend
eg: <a class="vglnk" title="Link added by VigLink" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.stayz.com.au">http://www.stayz.com.au</a> lists a few houses you can rent for a day, a weekend, or a week. if theres half a dozen guys all chipping in, suddenly there's a party! ahem, i mean, suddenly there's cheap accommodation.

fkn great idea..i'd be in for it...

[spinner]

A few of us rented a house in Byron for a cycling weekend a while back.
Worked out pretty cheap & we had a ball.
The only issue was having to put up a bond

[munga]

bond? invite your mate/mates mate who rides a pinarello. prolly a dentist with a gold visa