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Forum: Australia 11-27-2012, 07:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 585
Posted By Lost Doug
My brother and I rode it in the opposite...

My brother and I rode it in the opposite direction earlier this year. Unsealed for 99% of the way. There are a hand full of sealed sections, mainly on steep up/down hills, but these are few and far...
Forum: Australia 10-16-2012, 08:21 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,536
Posted By Lost Doug
Happy Blackwolf camper here too. Have used the...

Happy Blackwolf camper here too. Have used the Mantis1 a couple of times, found it to be a very well made tent, but at 6'2" I found it a bit too cramped for me. I am upgrading to a Blackwolf...
Forum: Hacks 04-04-2012, 03:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,450
Posted By Lost Doug
Thanks guys, I got an email from the...

Thanks guys,

I got an email from the marketting department who built the bike:


"Glad you like the bike.

Its actually a Chinese copy of a Russian bike called URAL.

And even though it...
Forum: Hacks 04-04-2012, 02:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,450
Posted By Lost Doug
The Lenovo "Do Machine"

Hey folks,

just wondering if anyone can shed any light on what bike is used in this promo piece? I saw it at an event in Hobart yesterday, no brandings on it. There is Chinese style writing on a...
Forum: Australia 02-28-2012, 06:36 PM
Replies: 5,736
Views: 454,745
Posted By Lost Doug
Thanks DevilTrekker, I will look into it.

Thanks DevilTrekker, I will look into it.
Forum: Australia 02-28-2012, 05:39 PM
Replies: 5,736
Views: 454,745
Posted By Lost Doug
Methanol Fuel for camp stoves

Hey folks, two part question:

1: Does anyone know a place in Tas that sells Methanol fuel in less than 20 litre lots?

2: If not, would anyone be interested in purchasing one or two litre lots...
Forum: Australia 02-20-2012, 01:05 AM
Replies: 5,736
Views: 454,745
Posted By Lost Doug
BMW Rider Dies on Lyell Highway

Hey folks,

Never a good thing to report. Minimal information here:
http://www.themercury.com.au/article/2012/02/20/302631_road-toll.html

Anyone know if this was an ADV member?

Condolences...
Forum: Australia 01-23-2012, 03:19 PM
Replies: 5,736
Views: 454,745
Posted By Lost Doug
:huh

:huh
Forum: Australia 01-15-2012, 03:49 PM
Replies: 5,736
Views: 454,745
Posted By Lost Doug
Anyone Riding Judbury in the very near future?

Hey guys and girls,

If anyone happens to be riding in Judbury soon, specifically Bracken Ridge Trail, please keep an eye out for a HTC Mobile phone that came out of my pocket on Sunday 15/01/2012....
Forum: Equipment 01-13-2012, 09:41 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 5,020
Posted By Lost Doug
Anyone mentioned something like this: ...

Anyone mentioned something like this:
http://www.gerbergear.com/Hunting/Gear/Gator-Combo-Axe-II_22-41420
Forum: Equipment 01-13-2012, 09:05 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,464
Posted By Lost Doug
Just purchased a set of ROK straps on the...

Just purchased a set of ROK straps on the strength of this thread. Thanks again inmates.
Forum: Australia 01-08-2012, 09:54 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 12,013
Posted By Lost Doug
Did you pick these up from Bunnings recently? ...

Did you pick these up from Bunnings recently?

I'm in Tassie too (South) and wouldnt mind a camera case.
Forum: Australia 01-08-2012, 06:29 PM
Replies: 5,736
Views: 454,745
Posted By Lost Doug
Cant make it on this one, but would be very...

Cant make it on this one, but would be very interested in the ride report so as to replicate this ride in the near future.
Have a great time.

Feel free to post up the route if you have it planned...
Forum: Australia 10-23-2011, 06:43 PM
Replies: 5,736
Views: 454,745
Posted By Lost Doug
I assume their blood hoses off quite easily.

I assume their blood hoses off quite easily.
Forum: Australia 10-23-2011, 12:05 AM
Replies: 491
Views: 29,386
Posted By Lost Doug
Quads?

Hey Bend,

is that you on that Quad? Is it yours? I like the idea of a quad trip on these tracks. does anyone do tours?
Forum: Australia 10-18-2011, 03:56 PM
Replies: 5,736
Views: 454,745
Posted By Lost Doug
Thanks DirtisGood. Looking forward to it :lol3

Thanks DirtisGood. Looking forward to it :lol3
Forum: Australia 10-17-2011, 07:02 PM
Replies: 5,736
Views: 454,745
Posted By Lost Doug
Great Lakes Road

Hello Folks,

Planning on riding from Hobart to Launceston via Great Lakes Highway on 29th October. Anyone have experience on this road? Quick glance on Google maps shows unsealed along pretty...
Forum: Australia 09-03-2011, 02:32 AM
Replies: 5,736
Views: 454,745
Posted By Lost Doug
The Taraleah Chalet is a MASSIVE rip off, run by...

The Taraleah Chalet is a MASSIVE rip off, run by a complete tool. If you're riding in the area and looking for value, entertainment, local flavour and all round enjoyment, ride a bit further on and...
Forum: Equipment 08-17-2011, 09:36 PM
Replies: 2,391
Views: 333,595
Posted By Lost Doug
Go Pro on 1 day only .com

Hello folks, http://www.1-day.com.au/sale/accessories/p/ have Go Pro Cameras for $320 bucks Australian.

I dont know if thats a good deal for the US or the rest of the world, but its pretty good....
Forum: Australia 05-29-2011, 01:29 AM
Replies: 5,736
Views: 454,745
Posted By Lost Doug
Fantastic, thanks for the advice.

Fantastic, thanks for the advice.
Forum: Australia 05-29-2011, 12:41 AM
Replies: 5,736
Views: 454,745
Posted By Lost Doug
Reccomendations?

Hello Tassie ADVers. Seeking a bit of guidance. Myself (Lost Doug) and my brother, are seeking some good spots for an overnighter. The plan is for me to ride from Hobart, him to ride from Launceston,...
Forum: Australia 05-24-2011, 03:27 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 8,632
Posted By Lost Doug
Awesome, just grabbed me a Skeletool too.

Awesome, just grabbed me a Skeletool too.
Forum: Australia 01-01-2011, 03:39 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,276
Posted By Lost Doug
:lurk Hey Pilot, I'll be watching this thread...

:lurk Hey Pilot, I'll be watching this thread with interest, as My Bro and I have a long standing plan of doing a Cape trip as well. I'm based in Tas, and we intend to ride from the southernmost...
Forum: Australia 06-14-2010, 01:43 AM
Replies: 5,736
Views: 454,745
Posted By Lost Doug
Cry Selling the Pig

Hello Tassies,

Baby on the way (first one :eek1) so it time to let the XR400 move on to greener pastuers. Not much to say about it, its been nothing but reliable and strong. Road ridden for most...
Forum: Parallel Universe 05-02-2010, 12:52 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,761
Posted By Lost Doug
Yeah I wouldnt worry about it. Mine is exactly...

Yeah I wouldnt worry about it. Mine is exactly the same, only thing anyone has mentioned to me is using a thicker viscosity transmission fluid. I will mention it on next service.
Forum: Parallel Universe 02-16-2010, 09:16 PM
Replies: 245
Views: 44,209
Posted By Lost Doug
Cool, thanks for that. Will definately be going...

Cool, thanks for that. Will definately be going that way.
Forum: Parallel Universe 02-16-2010, 04:28 PM
Replies: 245
Views: 44,209
Posted By Lost Doug
Mind if I ask how you went about importing to Aus...

Mind if I ask how you went about importing to Aus from the UK? Did you just go straight through the website? How much for the pipe, and the postage? I'm wanting to do the same, but with the black...
Forum: Face plant 01-26-2010, 04:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,886
Posted By Lost Doug
Cheers for the well wishes mate. I have a...

Cheers for the well wishes mate. I have a specialist appointment in one weeks time to asses the situation. Will definately be in a cast for a minimum of 6 weeks. Back at work today. Light duties,...
Forum: Face plant 01-24-2010, 12:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,886
Posted By Lost Doug
Cry First broken bone at age 31.

Fractured my radius at the elbow today. Honda XR 400 (2000), no one to blame but myself. Came off on a rocky downhill section of the Bracken Ridge trail in Judburry, Tasmania. Hit the deck hard, on...
Forum: Australia 09-13-2009, 06:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 397
Posted By Lost Doug
Trials HD

Trials HD is brilliant. Very technical. Heaps of ridiculously big jumps, rag doll physics when you come off makes for some hillarious stacks too. Giant hill climbs, exploding barrels, panes of glass,...
Forum: Australia 08-25-2009, 04:36 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 22,843
Posted By Lost Doug
Motorworks no longer has one, as I have decided...

Motorworks no longer has one, as I have decided to keep it after taking it home last night for a test run. All in all I am not blown away by it, but I'm far from dissatisfied either. I think for sub...
Forum: Australia 08-24-2009, 11:14 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 22,843
Posted By Lost Doug
Motorworks in Argyle Street Hobart has (or had)...

Motorworks in Argyle Street Hobart has (or had) one, it's now sitting under my desk! Matt black, medium. Luckily one of my good mates is a sales man there, so I'm taking it home tonight to do a good...
Forum: Australia 08-17-2009, 12:20 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 2,986
Posted By Lost Doug
Draught

Being a Tassie local born and bred (some would say inbred but that just proves their ignorance) I cannot reccomend Cascade Draught highly enough as a truly fantastic beer. I have noticed some people...
Forum: Australia 08-14-2009, 06:10 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 22,843
Posted By Lost Doug
Ahhhh, I see. Didnt think of that. Thanks. The...

Ahhhh, I see. Didnt think of that. Thanks. The only good thing about being a noob is the only way is up.
Forum: Australia 08-13-2009, 05:36 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 22,843
Posted By Lost Doug
Pardon my Noobness, but can someone explain the...

Pardon my Noobness, but can someone explain the importance of goggles fitting? I use a KBC road helmet (Stealth) for road riding currently, and a THH for off road. Does not the visor replace the need...
Forum: Australia 08-13-2009, 12:05 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 22,843
Posted By Lost Doug
Rjays/KBC

I'll be trying one out late next week. I've heard Rjays can have some noise issues? Currently have a KBC "Stealth" which fits great, is very comfy and not noisy. It was in the same price bracket as...
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