I got my last pair from Ray Thompson at Burwood Bicycles 275 Burwood
Highway, Burwood in the Bennetswood shopping precinct.98888776.
They were Deli brand, made in Indonesia. They have a nice black tread with
gumwall sides.

On Sun, 13 Dec 2009 14:27:54 +1100, Simon Blight <jiffyzine@...>
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> Afternoon all.
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> does any one know of a source for 26 x 1 1/4 tyres?
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> I've tried the old bicycle showroom and Raleigh UK both of whom are out
> of stock.
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> Was hoping someone may have a pair in the shed they may be willing to
> part with.
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> Many thanks,
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> Simon.
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Hi Fiona
According to Wikipedia:
The Austral Wheel Race is the oldest track bicycle race in the world
still existing, stretching back to 1887. The Austral race is
Australia’s greatest track cycling event. It is held in Melbourne,
riders assigned handicaps according to ability over a series of heats.
The finals are run over 2000m.[1]
The races in 2004 and 2005 were at Vodafone Arena in February. The
first race in 1887 held at Melbourne Cricket Ground over 3 miles
(4800m), with first prize of a grand piano valued at 200 pounds. Other
venues in Melbourne to host the race include the Exhibition Track, the
North Essendon board track, the Olympic Park Velodrome and the
Brunswick, Coburg and Northcote velodromes.

The Melbourne Cup on Wheels was held on Saturday 29th November this
year, at the same venue. The first handicap race for the season.
(Cyclesport Victoria website <http://www.vic.cycling.org.au>)
Not sure of its origins, but I suspect that it is quite recent.
Someone else may correct me on that.

regards
John
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Hi Mark,

    I did go to Black Rock House on Saturday( also Sunday too actually as I was rostered with House tours). It was a delightful day with  

market stalls. I was actually bikeless on this occasion but it was wonderful to greet Ian Wettenhall who had travelled all the way from Upwey. People really noticed Ian's arrival with his delightful 1905 Bullock machine- think that's the name and spelling. The House is Heritage listed and National Trust registered and was the holiday house of Victoria's first Auditor General, Charles Ebden. It is open each Sunday from 2.00 till 5.00 and it is tucked in just behind Beach Road in Ebden Avenue.

    Good cycling,

    Bruce

On 30/11/2009, at 3:25 PM, Mark Bradley wrote:

 

Hi groups,

Did anyone go to the Black Rock House bike event on Saturday? I am interested in knowing what I missed.

Cheers,  Mark

Dear All,
Annemarie Driver from the Canberra Tradies Bike Museum is clearing the
remaining bikes that I believe were set aside to remain in Canberra as
a special collection.Please note these are some of the cream of the
crop. If you are interested in any bikes then I am happy to give
comments on the particular machines. It will be a long time before you
have the choice of so many machines to choose from. Her are some of my
recommendations.
Boneshaker -136 this bike is amazing condition with beautiful wooden
wheels in ridable condition.
Star -400 when are you going to see an American Star for sale in
Australia
Humber ladies - 342 this is the bike Annemarie used to ride in parades
so we know it is ridable and in great restored condition. Beautiful
plunger brake and lever.
Speedwell -70 I cannot remember this one but looking at the geometry
with its australian provenance and plunger brake  make this a treat.
Napoleon. -288 I remember this being restored by Rex Irvine. A really
beautiful bike. American made with superb frame design
Schwinn- 710Dont remember this one but its got to be 1890s - is that a
plunger brake on the front
Electra - 200made by Adler. I thought these machines were only sold in
Melbourne during the 1890s ( this is modestly priced)
Paratroopers bike- 343 these were common when I was a kid but these
days if complete with brakes and knock through pedals are bringing
serious money
I thought the Jack Taylor tandem triplet tricycle 616 was a beauty but
be warned you need some real space to store this little monster

Anyway good hunting. Some of the prices look a little high but then in
this business you sometimes have to take your opportunities when they
present. Annemarie is realistic and will negotiate as her email
suggests so if interested give her a call. Remember the bikes I have
pointed out are my choice and there are lots of other goodies for you
to consider.

Paul

Marshall,
Best info I have is that there is no viewing, collection for bikes sold is to be
sunday 29 Nov,if not pre sold you can purchase on that day but best to email the
contact in the blurb for more details.
Roger

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Sent: Monday, 23 November 2009 8:23 AM
To: VintageCycleClub@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [VintageCycleClub] how do you get an invite?

 

a member of the Vintage Cycle Club and penny farthing owner, my invite
to participate in the event at Hisense Arena must still be in the mail

regards Don McLean

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