Life is for the living

Quiet times at BnC HQ. Winter’s just around the corner and it seems to be scratching quite loudly at the door. The thermometer says 3 degrees celcius tonight, which made for an icy ride home at 9pm. Leg warmers are in full effect, as is the windstopper. Winter gloves are on the shelves at the moment and I’m sure it won’t be so long before they’re on hands as well. Not to mention ear warmers, neck warmers, thermals and all other assorted goodies
(I wish). The great thing about winter is that it makes for sweat-free riding. Good layering and good clothing can make for some damn enjoyable rides despite the cold. Early dark means night time trail riding becomes inevitable, which turns all your old favourites into fresh new tracks. Just make sure your lights are fully charged or you’ll end up bleeding on the whole walk home.

Friday night Silo Runs are happening again fairly regularly. We’re meeting on the lawns at Salamanca in Hobart, opposite Knoppies. Usually at about 5:30pm. The rides are casual and not super fast paced. Usually followed by (or involving)
food and some beers at the end of it all. Come along and stretch your legs before the weekend.

Ben’s building his SS mountain bike, while I’ve been taking the opposite direction and riding full carbon XC race machines. The future of the ol’ aluminium hardtail is looking grim indeed, as is the insides of my wallet. Love or lust? Either works for me.

Jerseys are in the works as well, but looking to be somewhat expensive due to our lust for rankings not earned (BnC WCS). Stay tuned ’cause we’ll be looking for feedback shortly.

Plans are happening for skid crits, alleycats, hipster street fixie builds, and plenty of other antics. Keep in touch and let us know what you’re doing over winter. If you want to ride, you know where to find us!