29.01.12

Pine Lake and 2nd Roundabout rides added to Ride Info Page. 5 new videos added


 

 26.01.12

Hobart and Somerset rides added to Ride Info Page. 

New ride added to the "Upcoming Rides" section on the Ride Info page. Pine Lake this coming Saturday.

Ride report from Graham for a recent ride below........

GH cycle ride #8, Fri Jan 21 2012 - Ulversone to Latrobe Cherry Shed & return - 84.8km

GHowdy, out with the Crusty's B-team this morning, this is two big rides in a row and I pulled up ok. I was up at 6.00 am, gulped down some breaky and pedaled over to Ulverstone to meet up with the 7.15 B-team. As I rode 94km yesterday I was happy just to go with the flow and have an easy pedal in the group. On the way over I looked down and saw I was missing my water botttle, this ended up to be good thing, because I went to woollies to get a sports water (Mizone) and what a good idea that was.

The groop had pretty well decided where to ride by the time I returned for the start and so off we pedaled to Latrobe via Forth and that hill! The group split up on the hill climb (as usual) while I settled into a relaxing pace from the start of the hill climb. I had a drink of this sports water and wammo I was off like Cadel, pedaling like no tommorrow, I reeled them all in by the top and took KOM guernsey.

We regrouped at Braddons lookout Rd and then headed for Latrobe. On the downhill into the Don I reached 72kph, my motorcycling experience had me pass the front rider as he slowed up for the Don river bridge, while I just hung the knee out, kept it all tight and kept up the speed, which put me up to the Don Shop (almost) with out pedaling. Another breather at Stony Rise and then off around through Spreyton to latrobe, pedaling along at 30kph, everyone happy with the pace and rotating well. WE reacked our destination missing one, who we picked up on our return down Gilbert St, then it was a beatifull ride around the picture postcard super still river with kayakers paddling silently along the riverbank, absolutely magic stuff.

Now back to this sports drink, I had consumed half the bottle and feeling pretty good and after the climb up the Walvery Rd hill onto the Highway, I had some more and was ready for the sprint home. A few took off early and got ahead somewhat, which left three of us bringing up the rear. We set a good pace and reeled them in and kept moving. Orb soon got his legs into gear and broke free passing us three, you can't let Orb get a way too far on the flat because he takes some catching, but he slight climb up over the rail line at Leith had Orb drop off and that is where I kicked in with two others.

Once passed the rail line we held 40kph all the way to Ulv. The traditional sprint at Westella was a beauty between a youngester (sorry fella I forgotton your name, old age creeping up) , myself, and launceston Andrew. Well, Andrew give in when youngester passed me and hit the lead, I managed to kick again and meet the challange (Mizone was working for sure) it was a change of lead twice with a photo finish, with us agreeing it was a dead heat. What a ride and I reckon my stamina was due to me drinking Mizone and regularly through the ride.

We had the usual coffee and chat at Crusty's with all the Lycra lovelys (babes and blokes), then I wheeled the MS over to meet up with the Ulysses mob at Banjo's. A great morning of exercise a socialising, untill next Friday when it all happens again at Devonport, see MH's post on Facebook about next week.....GH

DST 84.8
RT 3.15
AS 26.0
MS 72.0
ODO 7159.7 (engine serviced and tested this morning)
ART 281.40

Graham Hart


 15.01.12

Mt Roland & Cethana rides added to Ride Info Page.

Although the ride on the 21st is to Hobart there is a group that will ride to Deloraine and back.


 

 10.01.12

Smiths Plains ride added to Ride Info Page.

Two new rides added to the "Upcoming Rides" section on the Ride Info page.



 03.01.12

Nook ride added, new photos added and the latest video added. Roger "Cavendish" starring in the "The birthday sprint".


01.01.12

Rides from the last few days added, including the epic ride to Hobart by Phil, Lindsay and Chris.


28.12.11

Cuprona ride added to ride info page. Videos from Cethana ride added.

 

27.12.11

Somerset and Cethana rides added to ride info page. Photos from Cethana added.

 

24.12.11

Today's ride added to ride info page. Photos from "Soft Award" added.

Starting Monday there will be daily rides from 7:00am through the week. Likely to be ETC and Table Cape rides included.

The 2011 Crusty's "Soft Award" and been run and won again for another year. Podium finishers this year.......

1st - Roger "Halfwheel" Clark

2nd  - Jamie "Norm" Smith

3rd - Lindsay "Captain Fairweather" Garwood


Merry Christmas and a safe and happy New Year to all!!


 22.12.11

Change of date for Hobart ride

Phil is organising a ride to Hobart. See below for details.

Date; Friday the 30th Dec 2011

Meet; Turners Beach Sea Side Service Station

Time; 5am

Return Trip. Will have to be arranged, if you’re not riding back.


 21.12.11

Phil is organising a ride to Hobart. See below for details.

Date; Thursday the 29th Dec 2011

Meet; Turners Beach Sea Side Service Station

Time; 5am

Return Trip. Will have to be arranged, if you’re not riding back.



 18.12.11

Another year and another fantastic Crusty's Xmas ride. Special thanks to Darryn, Katrina, John and Terese for making such a great day possible. Thanks also to the team at the Ulverstone store who put up with us all year round.

Xmas ride added to Ride Info page. 95 photos from Crusty's Xmas ride added to photos page. Video footage from the day added to the Video page. 

A new "Video" page has been added to the website. This page will have links to all video footage.

Don't forget the "other" big day of the year is planned for next Saturday. Who will be announced as the 2011 Soft Award winner??



 17.12.11

Central Castra ride added to Ride Info page. New photos added


Click on links below to view videos.....


Descent Central Castra

The Wall Central Castra

Descent Raymond Rd



 11.12.11

Fern Glade ride added to Ride Info page.

Confirming annual Crusty's Xmas ride is Sunday 18th December and not Saturday as discussed this weekend.




Video's from today below


10.12.11

 Received the email below from Amelia recently.....

Have added a link to our Link page


Hi All

Looking for a new challenge, new experience, holiday or simply need a break? 

As you know from my previous email, and perhaps you have recieved a few from Joe as well, in June and July 2012, we will be opening a new holiday and training base in the French Alps called Base Camp Morzine. Located at 1000m, Morzine is ideal for altitude training and provides the perfect training and holiday environment for anyone. Base Camp Morzine is located just over an hour from Geneva International Airport and we offer airport transfers.

The camp offers a variety of training and holiday options for everyone. Amelia is a level 2 accredited triathlon coach and can assist with you preparation for a specific event or with individual sessions. Joe has a strong events management background and has been involved in the sport of triathlon for more than 10 years and can assist you with anything from bike mechanical issues to entering local events or just general fitness advice.

With our own nine seat van, we are happy to assist athletes staying at Base Camp morzine to travel to events in the area (see list below) and we are also happy to assist with organising day trips (again see list below). Chalet Serac is located in a perfect location, just 100mtrs from the pool and a 5 minute walk to the nearest supermarket. Morzine is located Base Camp Morzine will also have a massage therapist available in the chalet for the entire duration of the camp.

For further information please go to www.basecampmorzine.blogspot.com

Cycling

For road biking we have a  choice of amazing routes on the doorstep. The local mountain passes or "cols" made famous by the Tour De France include Col De Joux Plane, Col De LaRamaz, Col De Joux Verte and, still withinpedalling distance, Col De La Colombiere. There are, however, lots of other lesser known but equally as challenging and scenic circuits. 

If you can't bring your bike with you, we can (with adequate notice) assist you to rent high quality bikes already geared for the hills from our local bike partners in Morzine. Longer rides during our Tri Camps are accompanied with full vehicle and mechanical support.

Running

For off road running trails, the area is blessed with a variety of super scenic and fun options to keep run training as interesting as it is challenging. The relatively flat 3 km circuit of Lake Montriond provides the perfect combination for Swim-Run brick sessions and there is a choice of 5-10 km forest track loops along the river Dranse. Although every run is not an Alpine climb we are not short on runs with a gradient!. 

Swimming

Morzine has an Olympic 50m heated outdoor pool (open end of June till early September) with permanent swimming lanes. Brand new for December 2011 Morzine will have an indoor 25 m pool which will be open all year round. The jewel in the crown however, is  our picture postcard lake at Montriond, which is perfect for open water swim training. At 1500 m in length the Lac De Montriond could have been designed for Triathlon; the water is crystal clear but a wetsuit will be required in all but the warmest conditions. Average temperature is between 16-20 degrees for June and July. Lake Geneva, just over an hour's drive or bike from Morzine, is another beautiful open-water swim venue where the water is a always warmer than Lake Montriond.


WHAT’S ON NEAR MORZINE IN JUNE & JULY 2012
*Travel distance by car from Morzine
June 4-9  - Annecy Film Festival (1 hour 20min*)
June DTBC - Mont Blanc Marathon, Chamonix (1hour*)
June 23 - Spiezathlon, Sprint and Olympic Distance triathlon, Sprint Duathlon (2 hours*)
June 24 - Aletsch-Halb Half Marathon (2.5 hours*)
June 29 - July 14 - Montreux Jazz Festival (1 hour 20min*)
June 30 – Tour de Lac de Joux, Run 12 or 24km (2 hours*)
July 8 - Montreux to Rochers de Naye Run/Walk, 18.8km to altitude 1,981m (1 hour 20min*)
July 11-13 - Tour de France in Alps (1-2 hours*)
July 15  - Thonon Le Bain Triathlon, Olympic and short distance (30mins*)
July 22 - Geneva Triathlon, ITU Olympic (Elite), Sprint (Age Group) (1 hour*)
July 25 - 26 - Alpe D’Heuz Triathlon (3 hours*)
July 25 - August 3 - Geneva Festival (1 hour*)
July 28 – August 5 – Raid Cycle, Thonon Le Bain to Antibes, 740km over 7 days (30mins*)
July 28 - August 1 - Leman Tradition, Vevey, Wooden Boat Festival (1 hour 30min*)
August 1 - Swiss National Day, Geneva, Parades and live music (1 hour*)

A BIT FURTHER AWAY
June 3 – Switzerland 70.3
June 10 – Italy 70.3
June 24 – Ironman France
June 30 – Brixen Marathon, Italy
July 1 – Ironman Austria
July 8 – Ironman Germany
July 15 – Ironman Switzerland
July 28 - Swiss Alpine Marathon, Davos
July 29 – ITU World Long Distance Championships, Spain

POSSIBLE DAY TRIPS & ACTIVITIES
Tour de France Stages (11th, 12th 13th July)
Montruex Jazz Festival (29th June - 14th July)
Tennis
Golf
Mountain Biking 
French Village Annecy (Lake Annecy)
The famous Swiss cheese making village of Grueyere
The French Riviera 
Olympic Headquarters in Lausanne
Thermal Baths
Cruising on Lake Geneva
The famous Swiss town Montruex
UCI Headquarters in Aigle
Rochers de Naye
Chateau de Chillon
Mont Blanc

Thanks for taking the time to read this email, if you know anyone who might be interested in staying at Base Camp Morzine please feel free to forward this message on.

Cheers 

               Joe and Amelia  

04.12.11

Fern Glade ride added to Ride Info page. New photos added


Annual Crusty's Xmas ride Sunday 18th December.


With the Devonport to Strahan and 3 Peaks rides coming in the new year, the annual longer training rides will commence around the Xmas break. The last couple of years have included the rides below, please let either Gav or Adrian know if you have any other suggestions for a ride.

  • Mount Roland, Mole Creek, Gog Range
  • Railton, Deloraine, Meander Valley, Lake Hwy to Pine Lake 
  • Deloraine, Bracknell, top of Poatina mountain
  • Cradle Mountain



Video from today's ride below. 

 03.12.11

Couple of videos from the ride today.



03.12.11

New rides added to Ride Info page. Video from last weekends ride below.


 

20.11.11

Weekend rides added to Ride Info page. New photos added.


 

13.11.11

Somerset ride added to Ride Info page. New photos added.


 

12.11.11

Gunns Plains / Nietta ride added to Ride Info page. New photos added.



07.11.11

Wesley Vale ride added to Ride Info page


 

06.11.11

Weekend rides added to Ride Info page. New photos added 



31.10.11

Fern Glad ride added to Ride Info page. 



29.10.11

Village Lane ride added to Ride Info page. New photos added



23.10.11

Weekend rides added to Ride Info page.  



18.10.11

Tour de Burnie and Around the bay rides added to Ride Info page. 



 

03.10.11

Weekend rides added to Ride Info page. 



 

27.09.11

Weekend rides added to Ride Info page. 



 

17.09.11

Gunns Plains ride added to Ride Info page. Photos added

Next Saturday's ride is to Port Sorell. Around 100 km's with Big Rob as the ride director



 

17.09.11

Table Cape ride added to Ride Info page. 


 

12.09.11

Weekend rides added to Ride Info page. New photos added too.

Planned ride for this coming Saturday is the Table Cape loop, so pack those jam sandwiches.


 

03.09.11

Hampshire ride added to Ride Info page. Photos added and Soft Award update to the forum added


 

30.08.11

Last Saturday's ride added to Ride Info page

 

27.08.11

Email received from Kate Warren this week:

Hey Gav and Crusty boys!!!

Thought you guys may be interested in what I am doing and also maybe consider doing it in the future as a group - it is a fantastic event, challenge and a great way to get together and raise money for a great cause - this year there are several groups of "mates" and it has a really nice feel to it all

See what you think - any donation is greatly appreciated :)

Please be part of my Smiling for Smiddy journey

Everyday more than 300 Australians hear the words "You have cancer". I don’t want someone close to me to have to hear those words.

Last year I was invited to participate in an amazing adventure by my special friends, Tim and Aloka Smith and I am so grateful to them for introducing me to such a wonderful experience that I was lucky to share with them. I completed the Smiling for Smiddy Challenge in 2010 and this year I am too – and going on an extra journey to try to raise more funds. On the 3rd of September I’m cycling the sixth annual Bottlemart Smiddy Challenge. It’s a 1600 kilometre cycle from Brisbane to Townsville over just eight days – that’s 200kms per day! This year, I am also continuing on to ride with Mark "Sharky" Smoothy from Karratha to Esperance in Western Australia as part of his 7 in 7 Challenge. This means I will be completing a total of 4400km on the bike to raise money for cancer during the month of September. (Please see attachment for our route and more information).

I wanted a challenge worthy of my energy and desire to tackle cancer head on. I’ll be going further than I ever have on a bike, inspired by my family, friends and everyone who has been touched by this cruel disease. Seeing the impact it has on loved ones and those closest to them is heart breaking. I want to share with you a heartfelt letter from Smiling for Smiddy founder Mark Smoothy about how the grief of losing a mate, Adam Smiddy to cancer, inspired hundreds of cyclists and thousands of donors, like you, to support cancer research. Please see attachment "Mark’s Story".

Before Smiling for Smiddy, I competed in events solely for personal achievement. Smiling for Smiddy has taught me so much – about myself and the challenge, participating in an endurance event that requires 8-10 hours of riding per day that requires both physical effort and mental strength. The wonderful comradeship and team spirit with the riders, road crew and our supporters is also something I find difficult to describe in words. Most importantly to me, Smiddy gives me the amazing feeling of knowing that I am helping others and is worth more than I can put into words and if I could bottle it up – it would be worth so much! I still compete in events for achievement, fitness and to maintain a healthy lifestyle but I participate with the knowledge of the lessons about what I have learnt during the Smiling for Smiddy event and hold these close to my heart.

Please know that by being part of my support network – you really do give me the extra strength I need to really push through when my legs and my mind are screaming at me to stop. The amount of time on the bike everyday really allows a lot of thinking time and believe me – I think of everyone who is part of my Smiddy journey along the way and I am truly grateful for your involvement.

Please be part of my ‘support crew’ by making a donation to fund cancer research. You’ll take me closer to my fundraising goal of $10 000 (every donation no matter how big or small really helps) and be supporting a range of beneficiaries including Mater Medical Research Institute in areas such as prostate cancer, melanoma and complementary therapies for cancer patients.

Visit my fundraising webpage http://www.smiddyfundraising.com.au/kate_warren_1 where you can make a donation online.

Thanks so much for taking the time to read all about my Smiling for Smiddy journey

Warm wishes to you and your loved ones,

Kate

http://www.smiddyfundraising.com.au/kate_warren_1

 

 

21.08.11

Sunday's added to Ride Info page. New photos added


Click on link below to download the Tour de Burnie corporate ride entry form

http://www.burniesportsandevents.com.au/news/notice-board.php 



16.08.11

New rides added to Ride Info page
 
 
 
 
 

10.08.11

Cradle Coast Triathlon club are  hosting the Tasmanian Duathlon Championships on Sunday 2nd October in Devonport and are looking for a group to marshal the bike course. They are after about 12 people from 9.15am until noon. If you can help out please email gav@crustyscycling.com and I will forward on your details.

 
 

05.08.11

Soft award update added to Forum
 
Sunday's ride to Somerset added to Ride Info page

 

 

02.08.11

Click on link below for 2012 Pure Tasmania Cycle Challenge.

The event will be Sunday February 26th 2012

 

www.puretasmaniacyclechallenge.com.au

01.08.11

Saturday's rides added to Ride Info page.
 
I'm having uplaod problems with my Garmin so those of you with a Garmin can you please email me a link to your uploaded file in Garmin connect.


24.07.11

Weekend rides added to Ride Info page.

New photos added to Photo page.



Report from the Bteam riders.........GH (Graham Hart on the Malvern Star)

GHowdy Le Tour De France viewers, this morning I was out on my Malvern Star with the 7.15am (the slower ones) Sat morning riders - the Crusty's Cycling Bunch

http://www.crustyscycling.com/ The urge to go on this very cold morning came from sitting up watching stage 19 last night, what a ride, up hill most of the way for them.

It was no different for us this morning as we agreed to give Sprent a go. Now Sprent is about 15km inland from Ulverstone and rises to about 275m, we had a slight SE wind (head wind). All was all going well for the group untill one bloke broke away at the foot of a reasonabley long hill (a Contador type rider) we let him go for a bit, then about half way up I was feeling prety good in the legs and decided to reel him in. I was on my own at the rear of the peloton on the start of the chase, I rounded up the rest of the group slowly then I had a clear view of the breakaway rider. There was another rider shadowing me (Jamo,) I didn't realise that as I was hell bent in catching up to the lead rider.

About 100m from the top it rises sharply and I was thinking if he doesn't look back and he stands up, I've got him, and I did with a bit to spare. The bloke shadowing me just didn't have the legs to do me, he did about 50m over the top then I realised he was behind me. The bloke we past had no idea there was a challange coming and was taken completely by supprise, he muttered words like, you pair of bar......s. I was stoked I won the poker dot jersey this morning, doubt it will happen again, this bunch is starting to work out my tactics.

Just a bit further on we had a rest where I took this photo,

it is hard to see the snow covered Black Bluff in the background, but believe me it was there, I was lucky the phone/camera worked at all. I'm preparing myself for another ride tomorrow morning - just to be in sync with Le Tour de France.............GH - the Malvern Star kid

PS as a matter of interest, where we stopped and took the photo is the entrance to our family farm where I grew up and started riding a push bike some 45 years ago, I was on a Malvern Star back then too.

17.07.11

Weekend rides added to Ride Info page.

New photos added to Photo page.



26.06.11

Saturday's ride added to Ride Info page.



19.06.11

Weekend rides added to Ride Info page.

 

 

13.06.11

Weekend rides added to Ride Info page.

Click on link below to view the Crusty Cheers slideshow. Well done to Travis and his son Samuel.




28.05.11

Moriarty ride added to Ride Info page

22.05.11

Weekend rides added to Ride Info page.



15.05.11

Weekend rides added to Ride Info page.


08.05.11

Weekend rides added to Ride Info page.



24.04.11

Weekend rides added to Ride Info page.



22.04.11

Village Lane ride added to Ride Info page.

Photos added to Photo page



17.04.11

Weekend rides added to Ride Info page.

Photos added to Photo page

Link to Western Tiers Challenge added to Link Page



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Crusty's Bakery is again donating $1 from every 6 pack of hot cross buns to
the Royal Melbourne Childrens Hospital Good Friday Appeal.

We are so lucky to have such a great world class institution that save our
childrens lives, which some of you have experienced. If you want more information
about the good friday appeal and the work they do go to www.goodfridayappeal.com.au


If you can help us out by spreading the word and getting some orders from
your family, friends or workmates that would be great! I have attached an
order form to help:)

We are aiming to exceed our donations last year of $2044.

Thanks and have a great easter!

Katrina

Order Form

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14.04.11

Sunday's ride added to Ride Info page.



03.04.11

Weekend rides added to Ride Info page.

Photos added to Photo page



27.03.11

Weekend rides added to Ride Info page.

Photos added to Photo page


************ IMPORTANT NEWS UPDATE ***********

Starting next Saturday 2nd April we will have a new meeting point. New location is the Quadrant. This area was chosen for a number of reasons including more car parking space for those who drive, safer location (gets us off the road on a corner) and the availability of toilets in the area.

For the next 4 weekends we will swing by the old meeting spot until all are familiar with the new location.

See below for map of new location.

21.03.11

Cherry Shed and Table Cape rides added to Ride Info page (Thanks Chris)

 


20.03.11

Somerset ride added to Ride Info page. 3 Peaks photos added to photo page

16.03.11

Nook ride from March 5th added to Ride Info page (Thanks Adrian)

Crusty's Cycling is pleased to announce that Roger Clark has accepted the Events Manager role. Please don't hesitate to contact Roger with any ride suggestions you may have.

 

15.03.11

2011 3 Peaks ride added to Ride Info page


06.03.11

2nd Roundabout ride added to Ride Info page


13.02.11

Strahan ride added to Ride Info page


06.02.11

Weekend's rides added to Ride Info page (Pine Lake and Somerset).

More photos added.

 

30.01.11

Swamp Rd ride added to Ride Info page.

 

29.01.11

Mt Roland ride added to Ride Info page. Photos added to Jan slideshow on Photo page.

 

26.01.11

Australia day ride added to Ride Info page.

 

Click on link below to view Evandale ride details. 

National Penny Farthing Championships and Village Fair Evandale

 

 

 

23.01.11

Weekend's rides added to Ride Info page (Poatina and 2nd Roundabout).

 

List of upcoming 3 Peaks training rides addded to the Ride Info page.

 

17.01.11

Swamp Rd ride added to Ride Info page.

 

11.01.11

Three Peaks training ride added to Ride Info page.

 

09.01.11

Cradle Mt ride and photos added to Ride Info and Photos pages.

2nd Roundabout ride added to Ride Info page.

 

06.01.11

Due to chance of rain on Saturday the Cradle Mt ride may be postponed to Sunday or the following weekend. If you are interested in riding please email mailto:gav@crustyscycling.com and include your mobile number so that I can keep you informed on what we are doing.

 

03.01.11

Weekend rides added to Ride Info page. Photo's added to Photo page

Details for Cradle Mt ride added to Ride Info page

 

28.12.10

Photo's added to Photo page

 

26.12.10

Today's rides added to Ride Info page. Two upcoming rides added to Ride Info page too.



12.12.10

Today's rides added to Ride Info page.  Photo's added to Photo page



12.12.10

Weekend rides added to Ride Info page. 

Don't forget Crusty's Xmas ride 19/12/10



05.12.10

Weekend rides added to Ride Info page. 



28.11.10

Weekend rides added to Ride Info page. 



27.11.10

The cake that Phil's work mates presented to him after the epic Turners Beach to Hobart ride

 

25.11.10

Soft award update added to Blog Page. New photos added to Photos Page

 

 Received a SMS last week and it read "The sparrow has landed. Turners Beach to Hobart post office. 293 km 14 hours"

Guess who? 

07.11.10

Today's ride and added to Ride Info page. New photos added to Photo page.


How’s your bike skills?

http://www.wimp.com/bicycleskill/



06.11.10

Today's ride added to Ride Info page. New photos added to Photo page.



01.11.10

Today's ride and added to Ride Info page.



17.10.10

Today's ride and added to Ride Info page.



16.10.10

Today's ride and added to Ride Info page.



10.10.10

Today's ride and added to Ride Info page.

First 3 Peaks training ride added to Upcoming Rides on Ride Info Page.



09.10.10

Today's ride and added to Ride Info page



29.09.10

Soft award progress scores added to Blog page

It was a busy day Saturday for the ‘No turns Police’ who caught a few out.  Plenty of excuses and hard luck stories offered as usual, but rules are rules Benny & Phil.  Cossie at least had the guts to admit his error of judgement.   
  
Sunday it was back to normal.  Roger was late (Again - 1 point) and Doc "Frothy" Fisher got yet another 3 votes for yet another momentary lapse of concentration. With the end only 10 km away it looked like the doc would get a rare clean sheet - but alas it was not to be.  With a bit on confusion up front over which way to go, Doc thought he would also go straight from the inside lane when the others in front of him and next to him turned left.  Somehow he avoided hitting Galp.  The consolation cup made an unwanted reappearance with Phil and Chris getting a vote each for their indiscretion.

 


2011 Pure Tasmania Cycle Challenge 

Click on link below for more information

Flyer



28.09.10

New for sale added to Adverts page

 

26.09.10

Today's ride and added to Ride Info page

There will be a group leaving from BP at 7:00am this Friday (01/10/10) as it is Burnie show day holiday.

Starting next month training for 3 Peaks begins. Plan at this stage is to do one long ride per month leading up to Christmas then two or more per month January through to the end of February. 

Some of the ride ideas are as follows....

  • Mount Roland, Mole Creek, Gog Range
  • Upper Natone, Hampshire, Tewkesbury, West Mooreville
  • Railton, Deloraine, Meander Valley, Lake Hwy to Pine Lake 
  • Railton, Deloraine, Bracknell, top of Poatina mountain
  • Hobart
  • Cradle Mountain



25.09.10

Today's ride and added to Ride Info page


19.09.10

Today's ride and added to Ride Info page


18.09.10

Today's ride and added to Ride Info page


13.09.10

Soft award progress scores added to Blog page

Saturday saw the return of 2 former heavyweights in the Soft Awards.   Mr Cycling - Jimmygina Goodwin and the elusive Galp returned from his winter hibernation.  Galp retained his heavyweight Status both in physical appearance and his performance on the bike securing the second only 6 point effort.  Very Poor Bike Maintenance, Multiple Blows, Failing to go full distance, MIA too long…  His sucking in the deep breaths at the top of Spalford Hill needed to be seen to be believed.
Sundays ride started as a pretty quiet affair until the arrival of ‘Doctor frothy pants’ who literally took blowing a gasket to a new level in the rain.  Definitely a serious fashion mistake having soap suds foaming off the back of your knicks – 3 POINTS.  Chris Walsh caught secret training (2 POINTS) and yet again Roger was late – 1 POINT.
Congratulations to Phil Stones who announced his retirement from Sprinting (or at least attempting to) while heading over Lonah on Sunday.  This retirement was very short lived as he then chased the sprint finish along Westella Drive 45 minutes later.


12.09.10

Today's ride and added to Ride Info page

While we will have to wait for the official Soft Award votes from the weekend there is a strong rumour that "Frothy" Fisher has again featured in the polling after frothing all over the place. Sure looked like he had blown a certain type of valve.

 


07.09.10

Soft award progress scores added to Blog page 

3 Peaks entries open 08 Sep. Full details are available on the Bicycle Victoria website (link below). If you are interested please contact Gav as we have limited beds available for the weekend.


3 Peaks link 



 05.09.10

Today's ride and added to Ride Info page


 29.08.10

Today's ride and new photos added to Ride Info and Photos pages.


28.08.10

Today's ride to Gunns Plains posted to Ride Info page.

 Got home a little late from your ride again? Let her know who's boss. 

27.08.10

Soft award progress scores added to Blog page 

 

18.08.10

Half Wheel award updated. Check Blog page to view the Half Wheel Barometer.

 

 

16.08.10

Soft award update added to Blog page.

Appears we have a new contender for the prestigious "Soft" award. Our very own John "Doc" Fisher has stormed past  Half Wheel into second place. Still a mighty big task to knock Uncle Phil from his perch however, unless there is a marked improvement with his bike maintenance he could soon take over first place. 

 John "Doc" Fisher

15.08.10

Today's ride to Forth, 2nd Roundabout posted to Ride Info page.

 

14.08.10

Finally back on the bike after an enforced eight week lay off. Today's ride to Somerset posted to Ride Info page.

 

31.07.10

Soft award progress scores added to Blog page

Will be back on the bike mid August, so will have ride profiles again soon

  

28.06.10

 Amy Cure fundraiser Friday 9th July. Click on link below for more details.

Fundraiser

 

24.06.10

 ARGON 18 “GALLIUM” 2008 carbon added to For Sale section on Adverts page


14.06.10

Ride info page updated and photos added. 


We wish Dave a speedy return to riding following a fall last week that resulted in a fractured hip. Get well soon mate.

12.06.10

Ride info page updated and photos added


06.06.10

Ride info page updated


05.06.10

Ride info page updated and photos added


See below for the latest "Must have" bike accessory NOT!!!!


 Crusty's very own "Super Domestique"


04.06.10

Soft award progress scores added to Blog page


30.05.10

Ride info page updated


29.05.10

Ride info page updated


23.05.10

Ride info page updated and new photos posted


22.05.10

Found this clip while surfing the net. The boys are out earning some extra coin. Click on the link below to see the video.

The Crusty Chippendales


16.05.10

Ride info page updated 


14.05.10

Soft award progress scores added to Blog page

02.05.10

Ride info page updated and new photos posted

01.05.10

Ride info page updated and new photos posted

30.04.10

Soft award progress scores added to Blog page

25.04.10

Ride info page updated and new photos posted

17.04.10

Ride info page updated and new photos posted

 14.04.10

Click on link below for a sizing charts for the Caterpillar clothing

Sizing charts


11.04.10

Ride info page updated - (Now posted using Garmin Connect)

Two new for sale ad's


09.04.10

Brand new "Caterpillar" cycling clothing now available. Click on link below for details.

Cat Clothing

03.04.10

Ride info page updated

 01.04.10

Brand new segment added to Blog Page: the "Half Wheel Barometer". Be sure to check for weekly updates to see which way the pendulum has swung in this mighty clash of the Crusty Titans.

Click here to view flyer

 

 01.04.10

Doesn't matter where his is he is always "Halfwheeling" someone.

01.04.10

There will be bunch rides Fri, Sat, Sun & Mon this weekend 7:00am from from BP Servo

31.03.10

Soft award progress scores added to Blog page.

29.03.10

Congratulations to three of our "Tri Fleet" John Cornell, Amelia Pearson and Craig Doherty for successfully completing the Port Macquarie Ironman at the weekend. Super effort guys. 

28.03.10

Ride info page updated

27.03.10

Ride info page updated

26.03.10

Trek Madone test ride weekend at Ulverstone Bicycles. 

Click on link below for details

Test ride details


22.03.10

Winery ride photos added to "Photos" page

21.03.10

Winery ride added to "Ride info"page

18.03.10

Soft award progress scores added to Blog page.

16.03.10

New for sale ad added to "Adverts" page.  

13.03.10

New for sale ad added to "Adverts" page.  

 12.03.10

View Cossie's video of Falls Creek accommodation for the 3 Peaks ride. Absolutely fantastic place to stay. Would highly recommend "Altezza 1570" for anyone wishing to stay at Falls Creek.

Below is a link to their website:

Altezza 1570

    12.03.10

    Soft award progress scores added to Blog page.

    *Take note of two new voting categories for Soft Award

    • Chasing "Consolation Cup" (not easing up through town after the "main" bunch sprint)
    • "Undertaking" (passing on the inside anytime through ride and in particular during the sprint)
    Due to the unsafe nature of each act the above two categories will carry maximum votes including the possibility of double points being awarded. 

    10.03.10

    3 Peaks route added to Ride Info page, photos added too.

     02.03.10

    Winery ride update:

    Leave BP at usual time 7 am on Sunday 21st March. Go via Don, Spreyton, Railton, Kimberley, Redhills to Deloraine. Stop for a coffee and something to eat usually 1/2 hour break. Leaving Deloraine at 10.30 am then to Westbury, Selbourne, Rosevale, Bridgenorth to Legana usually arriving between 12.00 and 12.30. Line up for a photo have a bar-b-cue lunch. Onboard the bus between 3.00 and 3.30 arriving home around 5.30 to 6.00. Cost $35.00 per head.

    Contact Trev to reserve your place.

    27.02.10

    Ride info page updated

    New photos added to Photos page

    21.02.10

    Don't forget the BBQ this coming weekend. See forum for details, listed under "bon voyage bbq".

    20.02.10

    Ride info page updated

     11.02.10

    Updated clothing form added to Clothing page. 

     08.02.10

    Soft award progress scores added to Blog page.

    06.02.10

    Tube changing tips added to forum to help one of our members out

    Ride info page updated

    New photos added to Photos page

    05.02.10

    Soft award progress scores added to Blog page.

     25.01.10

    Ulverstone Surf Life Saving Club - Surf Boat drive, click link below for details.

    Surf Boat drive

    23.01.10

    Soft award progress scores added to Blog page.

    Ride info page updated

    New photos added to Photos page.

    11.01.10

    Soft award progress scores added to Blog page

    10.01.10

    To make the website more interactive a Forum page has been added. 

    05.01.10

    New weblink added to Links page. Bunch Ride Finder is a great site to search for bunch rides. Crusty's Cycling Bunch has been added to the Bunch Rider Finder website. 

    03.01.10

    2010 Soft Award voting commences this coming Saturday (09.01.10).  Can anyone take the crown from Uncle Philadoor this year? Early mail has Roger as equal favourite with Uncle Philadoor.


    01.01.10

    Below is a link to some hill climbing tips.  

    Click here


    27.12.09 

    Upcoming rides added to ride info page.


    20.12.09

    A total of 38 riders fronted up for the Crusty’s Christmas Cruise. The peloton rolled down to the front of the Ulverstone shop for the group photo. Thanks to Mark for taking the shots. 

    The group then rolled out of Ulverstone on its way to the Wivenhoe Crusty’s shop. The group was led out by Captain Fairweather and his ever dependable deputy, Jack. A noticeable absentee from the head of the peloton was “Cannonball” Crezzie. As a result the group enjoyed an easy rollout. Not far out of Ulverstone the dreaded “Puncture” call was ringing out loud with Sarah being the unlucky one. While on the puncture stop Cannonball was overheard saying that he had been deliberately boxed in after the photo shoot and therefore, couldn’t get to the front. Did not hear any complaints from those within earshot. 

     Sarah quickly changed her tube and the group was soon on its way again. Cannonball was not going to be boxed for a second time and was off like a shot (as usual). Not too long after the calls of “ease up” were coming from the rear of the bunch. The pace then settled down with the group enjoying a tailwind all the way to Wivenhoe. 

    Upon arriving at the Bakery Pughie marshalled everyone together for another group shot. After much mucking around with his camera he sheepishly called out “must be flat batteries”. Later at the Ulverstone shop Katrina told us it was not flat batteries at all. In fact, Pughie had grabbed the camera and the battery was left on the charger, which was sitting right next to the camera itself. Luckily Wayne came to the rescue and took a couple of shots with his mobile. 

    After enjoying a coffee compliments of Crusty’s Bakery the grouped headed off on the return trip to Ulverstone. Luckily the wind had eased considerably. Around the same place Sarah had a puncture on the way over the call “Puncture” was heard again. This time Trevor was the unlucky one. After the required tube change the group rolled into Ulverstone incident free. Well most of the group, for reasons only known to themselves the Galpin Express and Jono decided they had to beat everyone else back to the bakery (might have heard a rumour about free food and were worried about missing out).

    Upon arrival at the bakery, the group was greeted by tables full of food for everyone. More than one person was heard commenting what a great spread was put on by the Crusty’s team.

    After everyone had had a bite to eat and a drink it was time for the presentation of the inaugural “Soft Award”. Third prize was taken out by the Galpin Express, second by Jimmy (a.k.a. Mr Cycling). First place was taken out by none other than “Uncle Philadoor”.

    In closing, on behalf on the group I would first like to thank the girls who put up with us every week and occasionally have to bring the mops out to clean up after a wet day. Good work girls. Secondly, I want to sincerely thank Darryn, Katrina, John and Terese for putting on such a great spread for the group on the Crusty’s Christmas Cruise.

    Merry Christmas and a safe and happy New Year to all.

    Gav

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