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bonfree — Fri, 08 May 2009 09:19:25 CDT

10 may 2009
time 0715hr
place Village Mall,Sg.Petani,Kedah

sg.petani>gunung jerai>sg.petani
distance of approx.60 km

8th Feb 2009
Sunday Road ride
Semiling bridge >tupah>merbok >sg.petani
total distance approx.45 km
relaxing ride

1st Oct 2008
first day of hari raya
Time 0730 hrs [start of ride]
Place Meet at Putri Jaya [starting point of SP Jamboree 2007]
This is a xc ride covering a distance of approx 30 km
there will be no feeding /water station so bring along plenty of liquid
For more information contact trail leader Mr. Ong Peng Nam at 012-411-1226

28th Sept,2008
Meet at up food court in taman ria jaya
Time 0800hr start of ride
Sunday fun ride to gala hill and digi hill.
All are welcome

Berita Harian ,Sungei Petani 05-07-2008 petang 6.30 ada seorang pernungang
basikal berPRO tertidur di atas jalan raya dekat titi babi petang ini.
Simangsa terbabit kemalangan akibat kasut berpedal itu sankut di tayar
depan and telus kasutnya bercepat buka sistem itu TAK SEMPAT BUKA ???? OMG.....
this sms was send with the courtesy ofPrince

Cameron Highland Ride
Date 9th Sept 2007
Track THOMPSON TRAIL
Dist. approx.46km
Status Off/On road
Fee RM45 include lodging, official T shirt,livita and cloud 9
hydration bag is a must.
RM25 package without lodging
Deadline :25th August for T-shirt order. Contact Razif for
confirmation.

The hills of Cameron Highlands awaits you.Think of fresh air,morning dews and cool temperate weather all day long....Long and winding downhill that stretches for miles ....Great company
and good food....What more could a person ask for? Leave the stress of everyday living behind.
Life is too short, get on your bike and ride.Let the world break someone else's heart.

One day ride.....is on again
Date: 2nd June 2007
Place: Jerai foothill ride.
Fees: rm10 per head
Contact organisers Yewman at 0124381552
for detail.
The distance is about 60km through kampong, fruit orchard and secondary
forest.A great place for mountain biking.Words won't do it any justice, you
got to test it and see for yourself.Been there only last month and it squeeze
my energy dry.It is the ultimate test of man against nature.It may break you
but make you want to come back for more.
Experience the baptism of fire and comes out a better rider.

Betong Mountain Bike
29th July2007
There is a mountain bike race in betong ,thailand .
Those interested p; contact Muhannadameen Hadduwae(Ming )at tel. no.089-8788270 01-5987046
Address at 178 Sukayang Road,Betong ,Thailand

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bonfree — Fri, 08 May 2009 09:14:05 CDT

S.P. Jak-r-yaan club
Sawatdee Khrab welcome

The Clocktower team is a group of people who are
passionate about the sport of mountain biking.
We're non partisan and our members comes from
diverse political background.Our common interest is to
promote cycling as a healthy sport,share news and
talk about cycling .

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Betong Trip

bonfree — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 01:35:25 CST

start from home at 0700hr 2 kuala ketail.Rid at slow pace approx 20kph	Breakfast at Kuala Ketail taking own sweet time and feeling relax	Reach the outskirt of Baling

Welcome to Thailand.	Chong n Mark at Betong town centre	Click on image above to view more photos

Memories are made of these

bonfree — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 19:12:24 CDT

Big skies and little in the way of cares	we were in hell n now we had reach heaven
	I WANT ALL MY FRIENDS BACK
Smile, an ever lasting smile....	.....a smile will bring joy 2 all
This is why ....	Here lies pain beyond is happiness

what are you as a cyclist

bonfree — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 11:22:08 CDT

Are u the exciting and colourful sprinter or the calculating and silent climber?Or are you the all rounder who could ride whole day and on all condition? What are you or more important what do u wish to be as a cyclist.
I always fancy being a climber,slowly pushing those pedal,feel the leg burning and the mind focus . It's like meditation in motions.

photos n quotes

bonfree — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 10:07:50 CDT

Those who think they have not time for bodily exercise will sooner or later have to find time for illness. ~Edward Stanley

for latest photo clik here
and at spbikers album

When I go biking, I repeat a mantra of the day's sensations: bright sun, blue sky, warm breeze, blue jay's call, ice melting and so on. This helps me transcend the traffic, ignore the clamorings of work, leave all the mind theaters behind and focus on nature instead. I still must abide by the rules of the road, of biking, of gravity. But I am mentally far away from civilization. The world is breaking someone else's heart. ~Diane Ackerman

Friendship isn't a big thing - it's a million little things. ~Author Unknown

In politics, one can learn some things from cycling, such as how to have character and courage. Sometimes in politics there isn’t enough of those things.”

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Breathless, we flung us on a windy hill,
Laughed in the sun, and kissed the lovely grass.
~Rupert Brooke

"The secret to mountain biking is pretty simple. The slower you go the more likely it is you'll crash."

-Julie Furtado

TitBitz

bonfree — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 08:30:21 CDT

POINTS TO PONDER
the come back is strong cos it feels like flying

the guys with the big gears always win on the flat.Hang on to him cos real life
begins on the hill... loose him there

In a group our actions effect those around us and not only ourself.

Watch your thoughts; they become words.
Watch your words; they become actions.
Watch your actions; they become habits.
Watch your habits; they become character.
Watch your character; it becomes your destiny.

NorthShore RD Hanger Banger
For those who don't have any idea of how it looks like then i'm here to let you know. NorthShore RD hanger banger is actually a piece of metal part that helps double up the strength of the hanger and also do a little bit of protection on the upper surface of your lovely RD.

So instead of those big, dodgy one we saw few years back, here are some little compact one!

On the bike:
for DH/FR bike with 12/15mm thru-axle hub (left), for normal QR hub (right).

I highly recommend this for people who always break their RD hanger and also for those who wanna go big!
It comes with different sizes for different brands (Sram/Shimano) and models (X.O, X.9, XTR, XT, LX, Deore and etc.) of RD. So don't mess up when you try to get one of those.
John, hope this helps. cheers!

What's cycling's greatest lesson?(pl. post your two cents worth)
1. The world is not round
2. Don grab the front brake when putting the water bottle into the bottle cage.
3. Unclip when u stop
4.A 9 speed gearing won't get you up Semarak hill. U need something like
a 90 speed gearing and 68T/22T gear combination ^ ^
5.Big gears will get you ahead on the flat.But real life is full of hills.
6.Bikes are not better then women .....Jing jing pom mai ker-ee gor hok koon
7. It feels like flying
8.Cycling is about pain,sweat and heart burn... mostly pain....but it's good for
the soul.
9. A good ride always begin with good friends and ends with good food.
10. Is there one?
11.It is much more fun to refuel with food than with petrol.

LINKS

bonfree — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 20:24:25 CDT

ramly's blog
CYCLING
www.way2ride.com
Kelantan mountain bike club
Jom kayuh
dirtworks
www.sheldonbrown.com
photo update

Cameron Highlands

bonfree — Mon, 12 Nov 2007 10:19:43 CST

cameron highland's photo

CYCLING TIPS

bonfree — Tue, 16 Oct 2007 08:08:32 CDT

a) When you get dehydrated, you can lose power and endurance. As with food, drink a lot of fluids, and often. The rule of thumb is that if you are thirsty, you are already dehydrated.
b) Always wear a helmet.
c)
Never Ride Beyond Your Abilities
There is no shame in walking sections of the trail you don't feel confident enough to ride, and don't let anybody tell you otherwise.
Use Appropriate Equipment for the Terrain
Some bikes are better for different situations. Just because you can see tire tracks, doesn't mean you can ride it with your bike.
Keep Your Speed In Check
Always keep your speed at a level that will allow you to adjust to any unforeseen obstacles or changes in trail conditions.
Know The Trail
Never push the limits on a trail you are not familiar with. You need to get to know the trail you are riding at slower speeds before you can ride it like the trails you're used to.
Slow Down for Blind Corners
You never know what or who is around a corner when you can't see past it.
Stop and Look
Stop and look at sections of the trail that look like they may pose a challenge before you ride them.
Plan on the Crash
Always look at the consequences of crashing in a particular section or on a particular stunt before trying to ride through it. Sometimes a section can look easy to ride but can have deadly consequences to a crash.
Start Small, Go Big
Work your way up to obstacles and stunts. Find ways to practice moves in less difficult and dangerous situations or at lower speeds before committing yourself to something more dangerous.
Play It Smart
If you think what you are doing is not the smartest, you are probably right. Think about what you are doing and trust your instincts. (credit Kevin Tisue)

What do you call a cyclist who doesn't wear a helmet? An organ donor. ~David Perry

Credit to doofus27 for bringing our attention to this photo.
The pic. speaks a thousand words

10 Speed Secrets a Pro Won't Tell You

#1 Go to a downhill race.
Don't enter, just watch. What good downhillers can do on the bikes is more than eye opening - it's incredible. Chances are, if you get into race with some nations elite riders, you'll see things you didn't think possible on a pushy - and you'll have inspired to chuck it in a bit harder next time.

#2 Chase a faster mate.
You've probably worked out a pecking order when you ride and the fast guys are three or four ahead you. Next time when you're on your favourite track, get right behind the quick boys and chase. Watch where they put their wheels. See how they set up for corners? Take their line, slip up in your knapsack and you'll be up the pecking order in no time.

#3 Buy a mountain bike DVD.
Skill 101 or Flesh Rippin' Carnage Frenzy 4 - it doesn't matter. The trick is to buy it at the bike shop. Ask the guys for their pick because, coll as it maybe, it's not about the vid, It's as much as about engaging with bike shop guys. Make friends. They'll help you with answer, advice, maybe even discounts when you're on pimpin' yo' ride. And, given they ride too, target for tips.

#4 Ride you favourite loop backward.
you can hood through without thinking but toss in a 180 and you will face a whole new track. The good news is you will feel relaxed because you know it, be everything will be different. Instead of railing each corners you'll have to treat it anew. Yes, you'll actually have to think about it.

#5 Go night riding
As riding your loop backward, but trippin'. Night riding is your favourite sport redux. Even you regulars feel weird after-hours. Bum lights from that mate who want you in 24-hours team (or try your new mates at bike shop) and ride beyond a cool everning - perfect at the end of a summer scorcher. You're the center of a light bubble the universe is dark and foreboding. You'll find yourself outside your comfort zone, looking it and learning.

#6 Ride at the height of a 38˚C day.
Opposite of night riding and just as wrong. One day you'll need to ride when it's stinkin'. Why not get a taste of tomorrow? Don't take on anything strenuous and don't forget the sunscreen (lots), water (even more) and keep it short. In every mountain bike ride there's a little discomfort, be it a sore bum, rasping breath or stingin' quads. The still, dry, oven-baked heat you'll suffer climbing through a scorcher is merely another sensation to be experienced - and think about the beer and waterhole's end.

#7 Session a jump.
Past the road gap. Ignore the double. Blow off that drop. Find a small table top and play. Roll it. Again with a pop and land on top. Once more. Now spot the landing and to place your wheels on the downramp. Do it again, and again. Now move to something Just a little bigger. Feel like trying a no-hander? Time to stop for today.

#8 Polish your bike.
There's nothing like a rag session in the shed with citrus degreaser in the air to fire the riding endorphins. Dial some tunes, ensure you favourite beverage is at hand and start by giving you rig a good buff. The move front to back for every component and fastener. Pop a hex key in and snug everything. Whack some lube on your quick release lever (bet ya never did that before). See how much easier they work? By the end you'll have a fully dialed rig and be gaggin' for a ride.

#9 Buy new bit.
Frame, fork, tyres or funky sock. You're continuing from the last tip, lavishing love on your bike. And a loved bike is a ridden bike. You'll need to test you new...whatever took your fancy. Take it to you favourite loop and compare it to the old. There is a height, rotation, pressure, damping adjustment? Use it! Then test it again. Better? Try another tweak. Repeat process.

#10 Ride on the road.
We're all about dirt, but how will do you know where you live? Cruise the 'hood on everning. Perhaps your partner wants to paint the house - scope out what Jones's are doing. Or search out a snake route to the local that will avoid the crap intersection where no-one gives way. Doesn't matter that it's not dirt. It's at the end of your drive way and the pedals are going in circle - it sure beats summer TV.
AMB

Mountainbike Basic Tips

bonfree — Mon, 03 Sep 2007 10:42:30 CDT

THE BASICS OF MOUNTAINBIKING

*Riding position ~> Uphill:
- keep your weight forward, keep your chin low over the bars, and try to keep your head forward. The nose of your seat should be poking you in the butt as you are in the "crouch" position!! Use bar extenders or "cowhorns" to make climbing easier, as these will enable better weight distribution for the steeps and help you to move forward on the bike. If the rear wheel loses traction, you may be too far forward. You may want to raise your seat up on long uphills for a better pedaling stroke.

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*Riding position ~> Downhill:
- keep your weight back, and your seat lower than normal. I ride with my butt behind my seat on the real steeps, with my weight over the rear wheel. If you go too far back, however, you will lose traction with your front wheel and have a hard time steering your bike. Keep your wrists low on the bars, and ride on your pedals with them even to the ground. This lowers your center of gravity.

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*Shifting:
- The left shifter controls the front derailleur which moves your chain on the three sprockets near your pedal. You basically have three gears here. The small ring ( #1 position ) is for low gear to go slow and climb. The middle gear ( #2 ) position is for medium speed and slightly harder to pedal. This can be used for level ground. The larger gear ( #3 ) is for high speed cruising or going downhill. It is the hardest to pedal. The right shifter controls the gears on the back wheel, and you have 7,8,or 9 sprockets. Use these to fine tune whatever front gear you are in. The lower numbers are easier to pedal, then gradually shift up as your speed increase to the higher numbers. As you speed up and go to the highest on the right, you can then go to the next largest gear using the left shifter and then go back down to the lower numbers on the right. Select the proper gear in advance in changing terrain, and if a climb is coming up, then get in your lower gears well in advance.

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*Braking:
- Know which brake controls the front wheel. Usually it is the left on U.S. bikes. The rear brake should be used mostly when going downhill, and the front brake gently (or else you may go over the bars and do an endo). When your brakes are wet, they will not stop as good unless you have disc brakes. Don't brake before going over obstacles, SPEED UP. If the section is too steep WALK. Check your brake pads for wear and position, and keep your rims clean. Adjust braking lever action at the handlebar cable tensioner, and check before riding.

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*Your line:
- Look ahead and pick out your line where you will ride. Plan ahead and look for roots, stumps, logs, streams, holes, water bars, loose gravel, etc... Pick a good line and use momentum in your favor. Watch out for branches, changing terrain, and other riders. Stay in total control. If unsure about a creek crossing or log pile, dismount and check it out before riding it.

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*Standing:
- Sometimes it is good to pedal while standing up on the bike, although requires more effort. Grip the bar end extenders to keep proper weight distribution. When you stand, you lower your center of gravity and the bike handles differently. Most downhills require standing on the pedals equally but keeping your weight back and arms extended. Standing can also stretch out your back, and give you a change of pace and feel when riding.

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*Bunny hop:
- This technique allows you to completely unweight the bike and get both wheels off the ground. Can be done with and without "clipless" pedals. Basically, you compress your bike and push your weight down, and then spring up. Both wheels should come off of the ground for a time. You can use this to go over logs, obstacles, or to unweight the bike.

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*Gear:
- Carry liquids and food when you ride, unless you go for a real short ride. Put about 40 lbs. air pressure in your tires. Lube your chain. Wear hand protection (gloves) and eye protection (glasses) if needed. Use common sense, if a section looks tough WALK IT first. Wear comfortable clothes and make sure your shoelaces do not dangle and get caught in the gears. Test your bike before you ride. Don't let your "expert" friends force you to do stuff over your head. Think smart and follow your own instincts. Ride the best gear you can afford, and maintain your bike.

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*Attitude:
- Have a positive attitude and good mental outlook. Push yourself within your limits but avoid risk taking. Know when to stop riding and take a break. Look ahead and always anticipate the next section. Visualize what you ride. Keep focused, feel your balance points, and have fun! Read books or watch videos to learn new techniques. Ride with your friends who are in your own league. Then, ride with someone better and push yourself a little. Practice courteous trail etiquette and don't forget to look around and smell the roses. Check out the wildlife... Look at the views... Enjoy being a kid again...

for more info, please visit webmountainbike.com

Cleaning your bike(s)

bonfree — Mon, 03 Sep 2007 10:35:18 CDT

i. One of the most important items of maintenance involves taking good care of your bike after riding it by cleaning off any mud, dirt, or debris accumulated during your ride.

Sometimes if you are riding in clean and dry conditions the bike can be cleaned easily. More often, however, the bike will require a more time consuming and tedious cleaning. This is especially true if you have ridden in muddy or wet conditions, through water, in the rain, or in wet creek beds or bog areas. The Wrecking Crew believes it is most important to clean your bike directly after a ride before it is put away. Some preliminary cleaning can be done before loading up your bike in your vehicle. This may be necessary if your bike is very muddy. Use any available water source (stream, creek, water fountain, river, etc.) and try to rinse off as much mud as possible. Be careful to not to use water from an environmentally sensitive area and let it runoff back into the stream. The lubricants on your chain can be damaging to the stream ecology. Use a water bottle filled with water to spray down any difficult areas such as the brake pads, freewheel, underside, etc. . . Use a stick to remove chunks of mud and wipe off any hard to reach areas. If you have a towel you can dry your bike. Don't get too extensive as you will clean the bike when you return back to your camp or home after you unload it from the car.

ii. When you get back from riding is the time to take action!!

Although you may be fatigued from your ride (we hope it was a good one!) it is important to clean your bike A.S.A.P. so it does not remain dirty and wet. If it doesn't get cleaned now, it will only be more difficult later and lead to other problems! If your bike is not wet, muddy, or very dirty, a good technique involves just wiping it down with a dry towel. Sometimes we use Armor All which is an automotive interior dash cleaner and protector! Spray a little on a dry towel and wipe down the frame, crank arms, handlebars, fork tubes after the bike is cleaned. Do not apply to the rims however, as it will adversely affect the braking. While you do this you will also be inspecting your bike and noticing any problem areas **(loose cables or bolts, debris in freewheel, dirt on derailleurs, etc.)** You can then clean and lube your chain. Never leave a chain wet as it will promote rust and lead to chain failure in the future. Other maintenance steps can be done after your bike has been cleaned.

iii. If your bike was muddy or wet and requires a more extensive cleaning, here is how to do it.

First, you need to use a hose and a bucket with a sponge or cloth and some soap. You can use bicycle soap or automotive soap you would use to clean your car or vehicle. Hose down your bike completely while holding it upright with one hand. You can roll it to clean the wheels or lay it down and let the hose spray spin the wheels to rinse them off. It is also helpful to use a scotch pad to clean dirt and grease off of the rims to allow for good braking. The treads will probably be the worst area for mud. Avoid alot of high pressure spray in the area of the crank bearings or wheel hub bearings if possible. Direct the hose spray into the front and rear brake shoes, the chain rings and freewheel (rear gear cluster), and other areas as needed. Turn the bike upside down and rest it on the seat and handlebars to hose down the underside. Then use your soapy water and clean the underneath. Next, upright the bike or lay it on its side and soap down the rest of the bike. Rinse off with the hose and then towel dry everything.

iv. It is important to now clean the chain and lube it.

Also, it is a good idea to remove any sticks, leaves, or other debris from the inside of the rear gear cluster (the freewheel) with a thin, long tool such as a screwdriver, tableknife, or tool which is designed to get between the gears and take out debris. It is also a good idea to use a regular screwdriver or cloth to clean off the pulleys on the rear derailleur. These are the two gears which the chain rides over and are usually are quite dirty. You should clean the inside and outside surface while moving the chain through the pulleys. Almost always there is a build up of dirt, grease, etc. which should be removed. Remember to lube your chain after washing and cleaning it so that it repels water... You will feel good to know that you are putting your bike away CLEAN and now you can RELAX and ENJOY your post rubricaide festivities!

for more info, guys, refer to webmountainbike.com

Jerai Foothill Ride

bonfree — Fri, 04 May 2007 10:48:42 CDT

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