cleeshoy
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I can confirm Scott is a bloody quick rider at the pointy of end of most fields, certainly at or very near elite class. No shame being beaten by him
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cleeshoy
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Was out riding the YT last night and saw quite a few people on mtbs hanging at water fountain near the "Banksia flats MTB loop" around 7ish - was in a bit of a rush so waved hello and then took off for a quick lap. After finishing my lap, the group was still there so I said a quick "hi and bye" before continuing on my ride - hope I didn't come across as too rude
mtb101
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re strava at Yarra Flats - here's a good one to try from banksia to burke rd. gate now that the ST is all up and running
now that the ST is all up and running
cleeshoy
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That one has a very interesting segment name!re strava at Yarra Flats - here's a good one to try from banksia to burke rd. gate
mtb101
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good challenge however. It's a bit slow through beat area, once out of there it's pretty much go until burke gate. I'm just reacquainting myself with the lines through the loop, amazing how it's changed in last few years.
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mtb101
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no you turn off to the trail on the right (it heads into about 4 nice sweeping bends, then right and up to gate), found that the other trail was too overgrown and a bit snakey. now that it's sprayed might have a look.
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Big JD
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you are just soooo rude Cheesy - how dare you not stop and talk about nothing for 30 minutesWas out riding the YT last night and saw quite a few people on mtbs hanging at water fountain near the "Banksia flats MTB loop" around 7ish - was in a bit of a rush so waved hello and then took off for a quick lap. After finishing my lap, the group was still there so I said a quick "hi and bye" before continuing on my ride - hope I didn't come across as too rude
jathanas
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Next week's local rag is running a full page cover spread titled "(Very) Rude pink jersey wearing cyclist doesn't stop to chat!"...I'll have to give that a more serious go next time I am out that way. I think we tend to stop half way and regroup before going off again. I wonder if we can yell "strava segment" as an excuse not to stop
cleeshoy
Eats Squid
Hehe, I'm normally pretty good at talking sh1t as well!!
cleeshoy
Eats Squid
You know us TR boys - can't talk to you if you don't ride an s-works
Is "stop to chat " a euphimism for activities that go on near there?
Out early this am , trails in great nick !
jathanas
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The trails are great fun at the moment aren't they C?
Sitting behind a desk can be pretty frustrating on days like these...
Big JD
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what is a TR boy?You know us TR boys - can't talk to you if you don't ride an s-works
jathanas
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A mythical Yarra Trails creature often sighted in bright "man-pink" cycling attire, (rumored to originate from a Richmond based retail outlet). The TR boy is often riding bikes that cost as much a new Kia.
Big JD
Wheel size expert
rules of engagement
So a guy in a red jersey with a Specialised bike is looking for something quick and easy and doesnt mind giving or receiving and a rider in a black jersey and Kona bike is looking to dominate their potential mate (so giving only).
For a full run down on colours / brands / and service combinations offered please look in the third male toliet cubical at the car park @ Banyual Flats Recreational Reserve. So if you are not looking for servicing it is important to simply wave and keep moving. It is best not to talk to other MTBers as their reason for being there might be different to yours. The people hanging at that fountain quite often dont realise that people are actually MTBing and not prowling so view all cyclists as potential conquests.
Rookie mistake Casnell - now you know.
That is correct Casnell, that fountain is a gay beat and groups of young men and women hang around there dressed as MTBers to try and attract a mate. Depending on the colour of your jersey and the brand of bike you ride indicates to others what you are in to and what you are willing to offer (services).
So a guy in a red jersey with a Specialised bike is looking for something quick and easy and doesnt mind giving or receiving and a rider in a black jersey and Kona bike is looking to dominate their potential mate (so giving only).
For a full run down on colours / brands / and service combinations offered please look in the third male toliet cubical at the car park @ Banyual Flats Recreational Reserve. So if you are not looking for servicing it is important to simply wave and keep moving. It is best not to talk to other MTBers as their reason for being there might be different to yours. The people hanging at that fountain quite often dont realise that people are actually MTBing and not prowling so view all cyclists as potential conquests.
Rookie mistake Casnell - now you know.
Big JD
Wheel size expert
Oh I see exactly what you mean nowA mythical Yarra Trails creature often sighted in bright "man-pink" cycling attire, (rumored to originate from a Richmond based retail outlet). The TR boy is often riding bikes that cost as much a new Kia.
jathanas
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No, that's innacurate. If the Kona rider is carrying a moustache they're more likely to have an expanded repertoire, enjoying the "rougher trails".
Giant riders will just go with the better deal regardless of give/receive.
Thanks John, now I really have to sew up that rip in my knicks...
And to think I nearly bought a Cove Handjob to ride the jumps !