Michael's Page

"Excellent article from Liz (for PM) Farrelly. I wonder if all the 'troll' drivers are perfect, law-abiding pedestrians when they cross the road, with or without traffic lights. Re road funding: I say let the polluters pay. Bicycle: the…"

"I don't know about the injury/time off work claim, but I had success with bike repair/replacement by A) reporting to police with details of driver and witness, B) getting three quotes from different bike shops, C) sending a detailed letter of…"

"This could be counterproductive as it might be interpreted to mean cyclists cannot overtake on the left when approaching intersections etc."

"Never complained about my Sturmey Archer hub dynamo. It might have been a bit heavier than today's but certainly never missed a beat. Drag was barely noticeable."

"haven't used a dynamo for about thirty years. When living in Europe I would never ride without one. Might be a case of back to the future."

"yes, yes, yes. They can manage it overseas, why not here? It should be enforced with severe penalties. On Saturday I had a ute coming as close as he could, while I was negotiating a hairpin in Galston Gorge. He was trying to bring his barking…"

"I too am tempted to try my luck in the Brutal but Fair. Does anyone have a reliable method of extending the battery charge for a Garmin? I've read that an Energizer USB charger will not cause the Garmin to reset when plugged in. Anyone used it?"

"Wow. Sounds like plenty of food for neurotic thought there. Old bikes work and last a lifetime if looked after with minimum maintenance and especially if stored inside. Vintage bikes and parts abound on the internet, many still in their original…"