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Fri, 03/09/2010 - 07:13

Cape to cape mtb race, Margaret river region, Oct 2010

has anyone here participated in this race in previous years? I'm somewhat of a newbie and am wanting to hear first hand experience of the level of technical difficulty, the training required, how well the race is organised and any tips and traps on offer. Thanks.

Tue, 31/08/2010 - 17:17

HMBA charity night race

is tis event still happening?

Sat, 28/08/2010 - 15:46

No on-course water at Back Yamma Bigfoot

I put in an email to the organisers asking where the water stops would be, and got the following response. Haven't done a 50km before so not sure if this is an issue:

I hope this doesn't throw a spanner in the works, but we won't have any
water on the course. The only water stop will be at the event centre for
those doing the 100km. We are trying to minimize costs. However, if we
receive enough requests for additional water stops we'll look into
including another one next year. The course is pretty fast and not too

Wed, 25/08/2010 - 22:09

Wollombi wild ride

Hi Guys doing the wollombi wild ride next weekend and im keen to do a reconnaissance ride this weekend. Is it possible? is there anybody who knows the area and would been keen to show me around?

Fri, 20/08/2010 - 09:53

Gordo on Sports Tonight talking about 24hr Worlds

Anyone who missed last nights Sports Tonight can watch it again here: http://ten.com.au/video-player.htm?vxSiteId=cb519624-44a2-4bf7-808b-3514...

You'll also notice Rocky Trails' own Juliane & Martin making cameo appearances too.

Wed, 11/08/2010 - 12:17

word of warning Angry Doc is very very hard

Well with the Angry Doc just around the corner I have been thinking about the angry doc a bit lately.
from the two previous times I have raced this it has hurt me big time. Cramps were my biggest enemy.
Now its not like I don't do much racing so I know a bit about pacing myself and training, I thought i would give a couple of words of advice to help people get through the day.

Wed, 11/08/2010 - 08:51

Cobra Mountain - Narooma trails

As an alternative to the Highland Fling, I'm looking at the Red Belly/Cobra Mountain events run by BlackHeart out at Narooma. The spiel says that Bodalla State forest has "some of the best mountain biking you'll find anywhere".

Can anyone confirm what the tracks/trails are like out thata way...?

Tue, 10/08/2010 - 16:18

Check list for hardware to take for my first 100km (Angry Dr.)

Now, first off, I'm aware I've picked a very, very bad race for my first 100km. I'm trying to do what I can to get myself conditioned for the race.

I'm turning my mind to making sure I've got sufficient supplies for the race. I'm preparing a check list and was hoping some of you kind people could comment on what I've missed off and what is over the top.

I understand this subject isn't as entertaining as a lot of websites out there (www.27bslash6.com/ being a good example), but if you could find time to comment, I'd be very grateful.

Mon, 09/08/2010 - 09:57

State XC Champs

Just got word from the Spoon that the SHCC will be hosting the State XC champs on the 31st of October.

I've added it to the calendar here http://nobmob.com/node/16495 and will update the details as they come to hand

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Tue, 03/08/2010 - 08:47

Irate Ascents

I've managed to get into the Angry doctor/irate intern 50km race this year....yay...! what sort of track is it, i believe there are a lot of short climbs , are the descents as common, should i be practicing lots of hill climbs.Lookin forward to this one.!

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Fri, 30/07/2010 - 08:10

Angry doctor accommodation

Just wondering if anyone has left their Angry doctor accommodation as late as i have, anyone wanna share a multi room cabin in batemans bay? just PM me.

Wed, 28/07/2010 - 13:26

2013 24hr titles in QLD?

One of the things the tailwind people said during the presentation for the Merida 24hr event was that they were the first to bid for this years 24hr worlds. They winged about the event going to canberra because it was the better known site and said they have been told they would get the event next time it came to Australia.

Wed, 28/07/2010 - 10:02

Champery XC Event

Yes... this is an XC event:

Nice! Smiling

More here:

http://www.spokemagazine.com/2010/07/sending-it-in-champery-with-cross-c...

Tue, 27/07/2010 - 14:39

Day out @ Kurrajong MTB Park

Hi NOBMOBers,

I'm putting together a day out at Karrajong MTB Park

Please follow this link if you are interested:

http://bmorc.com/node/16324

Cheers
Andrei (BMORC)

Sat, 24/07/2010 - 03:15

pleasure and pain

hey,
anyone know anything bout pleasure and pain runing in november? is the course usually difficult? cheers

Tue, 20/07/2010 - 10:41

Does anyone know about this??

mate of mine sent this to me - does anyone know about it??

Sat, 17/07/2010 - 11:27

National Series Announced

The date for Round 2 (DH) of the 2010-2011 National Series has been changed to January 15-16 2011.

This was done to avoid a known date clash with a large 24hr race (also in Victoria) and the Newtons Nation, a multi-facetted gravity event to be hosted in Bathurst (NSW).

Thu, 08/07/2010 - 15:33

Pro Profiles

We were discussing profiles from professional riders over on the road site and someone noted that Jason English has posted a few of his rides recently:

http://connect.garmin.com/explore?owner=jasonaenglish

Nice stats!

Tue, 06/07/2010 - 18:57

Hmm 100 miles

http://www.blackheartevents.com.au/escape-cobra-mtn/race-details-ecm

100 miles could be fun with enough training.

Sun, 04/07/2010 - 17:27

One Down Three Two Go! Dargle Farm?

Rode the first rocky trail at awaba sat really enjoy it. I was wondering where Dargle Farm, lower Portland is ? and what sort of track is it likely to be?

Sun, 04/07/2010 - 15:40

another MTB event

from Blackheart events website

Coming soon... 'Escape from Cobra Mountain' 100 mile Mountain Bike Marathon - Narooma NSW. 60km and 120km options also available, but the main event will be the 100 miler. Scheduled for the 5th of December, the official announcement should come through this week, and entries will go on sale immediately.

Sun, 04/07/2010 - 10:38

Volunteers needed State DH champs Lithgow

Hey all CTMBC are hosting the state DH champs this weekend in Lithgow.

If any one is available and would like to help out check out the link for further info

http://ctmbc.net/node/15779

Otherwise feel free to come on up and spectate. It really is a good day out with the family and The gun club track offers some of the easily accessible viewing spots on any track on the state series

Sat, 03/07/2010 - 15:54

Angry Doctor 100km first time - advice needed.

Well, I've been riding for a while, but not this far. I ride for fun at Awaba and Ourimbah, but this 100km event has me a little worried. 50km would be fun! 100km? Why did I bother listening to you Andrew..... So, any advice?

1- Is there overtaking/passing etiquette?

2 - Do I really need some vasoline?

3 - Dust mask?

4 - Extra equipment to carry besides chain lube, tyre puncture repair kit, etc ?

Fri, 02/07/2010 - 11:08

New event??

From BlackHeart Events:

"Keep your eyes peeled in the coming weeks for a big announcement on a future event. 100km? 100 miles? Bigger? All will be revealed soon, but it's going to be a corker!"

Interesting....

Thu, 01/07/2010 - 08:07

Highland Fling entries open

get in quick....