Monthly Archives: October 2013

Women and cycling: some thoughts

Posted on October 28, 2013 by

There is some thought that most women will not cycle until they perceive that it is safe to do so, and that, therefore, the barometer of safe cycling infrastructure is a majority of female cyclists. See this report for a … Continue reading →

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#coffeeneuring

Posted on October 27, 2013 by

This week’s coffeeneuring ride was to Ma Belle cafe in Broadmeadow on Monday 21st where I met friends for lunch and via my babysitting obligations in the morning. Ma Belle make gluten free goodies, but taking it all to the higher … Continue reading →

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Is creating better links in the cycling infrastructure the answer?

Posted on October 26, 2013 by

When I ride along Glebe Road in Adamstown, I  mostly ride on the footpath. The road consists of 4 lanes of fast traffic while the footpath is usually empty so it makes sense to me to ride there. So it … Continue reading →

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Bike as a second home?

Posted on October 20, 2013 by

Occasionally, I see a bike which appears to be the second home for the person riding it. It does not happen very often, but yesterday I was treated to such a sight in Hamilton.This elderly man was cycling along, slowly … Continue reading →

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Do women get worse treatment in bike shops?

Posted on October 17, 2013 by

This is a question which is often asked on the bicycle blogosphere, and also one where I have some first hand experience and, as with answers to most complex and often subjective questions, the answer is “it depends….” I have to … Continue reading →

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BikesCount & an historic ride

Posted on October 15, 2013 by

  An important message from Ben Ewald, the organiser of BikesCount, a statistic collecting event run by Newcastle Cycleways Movement  …. Dear supporters of cycling We are organising another bike counting event, this time on Tuesday morning 29th October. This follows … Continue reading →

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#coffeeneuring

Posted on October 14, 2013 by

Coffeeneuring is the event of going for coffee on your bike. Combining both exercise and coffee, with the option of food, it has gained a global following. It was invented by Mary of Chasing Mailboxes DC . Basic rules: 7 weeks, … Continue reading →

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Speedwell sighting, multi modal travel around Newcastle, Ride 2 Work Day

Posted on October 12, 2013 by

I saw this old Speedwell recently at the Source Cafe beside Throsby Creek, wearing its rust with pride and not even chained up, though it did have a guard dog as you can see. It is dark blue, no chain … Continue reading →

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5 things to consider when buying a new bike

Posted on October 1, 2013 by

With our early Spring weather this year, many people will be looking for a new bike, or maybe restoring an old one. Buying a new bike is an exciting thing and everyone wants to get it right the first time … Continue reading →

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