Author: antc1946

Born in 1946 I learnt to cycle about 10 years later. On a bike with rods connecting brake levers to the brakes - anyone remember those? I emigrated to Australia (from the UK) in 1974 and moved to Tasmania in 1984. Bicycles were in my life for most of that time although sometimes they were replaced by motorised two wheels for a bit more excitement. On reaching 70 I decided to stick to pedal power but in 2019 an electric recumbent made an appearance. it's now 2023 and I have 3 bikes. 2 e-recumbents and the Brompton.

Local Cycling

This week my rides have been local. In the mind rides further afield are being planned, spurred on by the slightly warmer weather. This week two bumble bees were spotted in the garden plus two Larks and a Swallow near Bishopsbourne – all signs of Spring.

Two Chainrings – Better than One?

Why two chainrings?? Well, a couple of reasons.

I have played around with 3 different sized chainrings so far but only one at a time can be fitted onto the drive from the Bafang motor. I am seeking the ideal size giving an high enough top gear so 30kph can be pedalled easily but also with a low enough bottom gear to allow hill climbing with spin to stop the Bafang lugging and getting hot. Probably not a concern in winter in Tasmania but necessary in the summer when hill climbing in 30°C plus temps.