Aushiker: Bicycling & Bushwalking in Western Australia

Ortlieb Front-Roller Classic Panniers Owner Review

Jan 5th, 2012

I been using a set of Ortlieb Front-Roller Classic panniers since I first got into bicycle touring in 2007. I have used these panniers on tours, on commutes when I need to take clothes etc into the office and on food shopping expeditions. I thought it was about time I wrote up my experience with these panniers which I am now passing on as they are being replaced with a pair of Ortlieb Sports-Packer Plus panniers. Hopefully they will continue to provide years of service to the future owner.

Ortlieb Front-Roller Classic Panniers

I purchased these panniers from the previous owner in 2007 for around $100. A bargain price at that time (more…)

Posted in: Equipment Reviews.

BICYCLE PLANS: Shenton Park Traffic Management Plan Abandoned

Jan 3rd, 2012

by Aushiker.

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In September 2011 I along with others made a submission to the City of Subiaco in respect to their proposed Shenton Park Traffic Management Intervention Plan. I am pleased to report that at the November 22, 2011 meeting of the City of Subiaco Council that a motion was passed to abandon the plan in respect to road hierarchy and to undertake a city-wide traffic study instead. Hopefully a small win for common sense and cycling. (more…)

Posted in: Health & Safety.

Looking Back at 2011 – A blog review

Jan 1st, 2012

by Aushiker.

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As it is January 1, 2012 I thought I would allow myself a little indulgence and take a moment to look back over 2011 and see what posts attracted the most interest with you the readers of the blog; what search terms were the most popular what you clicked on.

Happy New Year @ Bicyclog

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Posted in: Celebrating Cycling.

SKS Chromoplastic Mudguards (Fenders) OWNER REVIEW

Dec 31st, 2011

by Aushiker.

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I have fitted and used two sets of SKS Chromoplastic mudguards, a P35 and a P50 with mixed results. This post reflects on my experiences with these mudguards or fenders as they are sometimes called.