AlfredWallace, 1723192468
[quote=Island Bay]Got one my my best ever backhand waves today, after a horribly frustrating surf with a bung shoulder.
Ultra flow state, flawless board (8yo Reef Swallow). Thank you Muzz
[img]https
://i.imgur.com/jwYkZsl.jpg[/img]
[img]https://i.imgur.com/4J6ypG8.jpg[/img][/quote]
IslandBay. Hi mate.
You’re killing it. Great to hear. Love a Muzza board, love Muzza, Australian board legend, knows his stuff, loves a talk, so do I. AW
Pop Down, 1723236930
Hey AW
I saw that one of our Zoos has been growing some rare Eastern Quolls , 41 !
Sounds like another potential fantastic Comeback !
Well done IB .
Nothing like a cracking wave , to forget about a throbbing , achey shoulder !
AlfredWallace, 1723327748
[quote=Pop Down]Hey AW
I saw that one of our Zoos has been growing some rare Eastern Quolls , 41 !
Sounds like another potential fantastic Comeback !
Well done IB .
Nothing like a cracking wave , to forget about a throbbing , achey shoulder ![/quote]
PopDown. Hi mate. Nice to see your comments, always interesting.
Quolls, wonderful animals the Dasyurids , we’ve got many.
Antechinus, Devils, Dunnarts etc.
Australia has been doing great research and proactive work for years now.
Breeding captive animals, rereleasing back into the wild.
Many were prematurely dying from poisoning by ingesting cane toad toxins.
Great parental training and intervention by humans have taught quolls to not eat cane toads, animals are smart.
Also critical numbers of species whose population levels had diminished to a low survival threshold have begun their way back with breeding programs and habitat restorative work.
In essence it should have never got to these situations in the first place.
Habitat destruction via land clearing is still one of their greatest threats. AW
Pop Down, 1723329349
Such an interesting reply AW , thanks mate .
Not many humans think like U and Habitat destruction has happened , when any human , gets involved .
We are now teaching Quolls to NOT eat Cane Toads and Zoos are breeding lots of cool native animals .
Very cool !
I just drove all around the South East part of Australia .
We have ENOUGH cleared Land !!!
Most of it , is NOT being USED effectively imho .
Only a few areas with grain and then a few cows and sheep .
Pathetic really , as everything is so Green atm .
We could Fertilise and Water our existing Cleared Land and turn it into . The Garden of Eden .
We need wood , let's grow it all , on Cleared Land .
Our country is Huge and we have Cleared , more than enough .
Island Bay, 1723956589
Flights booked about two months ago, and in what's been a dismal season Craigieburn was all tussock and rocks this morning.
Now it looks like this, and I'm heading down first thing tomorrow. Stupidly good fortune.
[img]https://i.imgur.com/vMtg0OG.jpeg[/img]
freeride76, 1723962019
Happy Days IB.
basesix, 1724121819
castlemaine super gran saves guildford shop
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-08-20/momentary-bold-decision-saves-guildford-general-store/104243910
Pop Down, 1724123919
A great good news story Base six .
Guildford sounds like a lovely community .
I googled Guildford , and the Kennel and Cattery were on the Map .
Lots of Greenery / National Park , 2 :) !
Guessing Grans General Store , when it Opens , will get a lot of the Local , business .
A nice place 2 drop into , if I am in the neighbourhood .
basesix, 1724125844
here's another @PopD, canberra blokes puffing their later-in-life diaphragms without judgement:
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-08-15/canberra-mens-choir-provides-awesome-fellowship/104225624
(save this link too, I'll Pop up some epic choir music for ya!)
https://www.swellnet.com/forums/wax/490316?page=98
Pop Down, 1724126938
Another wonderful community endeavour , base six !
Singing is such a cool thing 2 do , especially with other people .
Listening , is so cool 2 and singing in front of an audience , adds another dimension .
Like a lot of good things in life , 1 + 1 , can B more than 2 .
Thank you 4 your niceness , putting up some nice music :)) !
Enjoy the Full Moon , even if a bit Blueish !
GreenJam, 1726095682
looks like a potential solution to a big PFAS problem.
also highlights the importance of good use of forest resources for society - there should never be any waste, so much opportunity to utilise the whole tree when they are harvested, all sorts of applications of wood fibre being developed to hopefully replace plastics and other chemicals in the long run
https://www.biv.com/news/technology/ubc-cleantech-startup-neutralizes-forever-chemicals-9469817
stunet, 1726097575
[quote=GreenJam]looks like a potential solution to a big PFAS problem.
also highlights the importance of good use of forest resources for society - there should never be any waste, so much opportunity to utilise the whole tree when they are harvested, all sorts of applications of wood fibre being developed to hopefully replace plastics and other chemicals in the long run
https://www.biv.com/news/technology/ubc-cleantech-startup-neutralizes-forever-chemicals-9469817[/quote]
Fingers crossed on that one. Sounds promising.
Craig, 1726111370
That is very promising.
basesix, 1726830145
Guy's excellent thread. good news. hear it here first. finally, someone lifting the lid on the magics behind screen-time! (VJ's manic pixie dream girl..)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75WFTHpOw8Y
udo, 1727596137
https://www.instagram.com/p/DAX4Jifytsg/
southernraw, 1727923419
Getting sidetracked as usual....
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ip_uVTWfXyI
basesix, 1727935316
Just watched the Wild Robot at marion with my son. speccy animation, though pedestrian production, screenplay, editing. Late teen son chose it over the joker II, we have no regrets, it's about not-helicoptering, and strength in diversity, tots idealised anthropomorphism, but if you have an 8-10 year old, you kinda need to go see it with them! (probably had the feelyness of 'Fox and the Hound' from my era).
Pop Down, 1727936086
A wonderful age for a boy basesix .
Up until 7ish , they believe everything .
Seeing "speccy animation " sounds very cool .
You have missed naught on your furlough :) , so keep kicking goals with your boy .
Some Homer Diomedes Diabetic type piece from Jules on another thread was a wee bit interesting imho .
Juliang, 1727937234
@ basesix
Wow my 14 year old daughter chooses the most horrific, explicit, horror movies,
that we should be walking out of, even though they’re MA .
Don’t know where she gets her info from ?
stunet, 1727937600
[quote=basesix]Just watched the Wild Robot at marion with my son. speccy animation, though pedestrian production, screenplay, editing. Late teen son chose it over the joker II, we have no regrets, it's about not-helicoptering, and strength in diversity, tots idealised anthropomorphism, but if you have an 8-10 year old, you kinda need to go see it with them! (probably had the feelyness of 'Fox and the Hound' from my era).[/quote]
My younger boys are keen on seeing it. Reckon I'll take them next week.
Regarding animation, last night my older boy (13 y.o) watched 'The Greatest Surf Movie In The Universe' and loved it. The two of us were playing pool in Creso Country Club - fifty metres down the road from 'that' drain - and bumped into old mate Vaughan Blakey. I don't know Vaughan very well but he's always good for a laugh.
I mentioned his latest film to which he whooped uproariously, especially at the review from the New York Times. I came clean and told him I'd only lasted fifteen minutes.
"That's more than most people, mate!"
When Vaughan left Sam was curious about this 'great surf movie' we'd been talking about. There wasn't anything to it, we left, ordered pizza, then flipped the screen at the rental and started watching it. My boy loved it. Every fart, poo, and dick joke, every F and C bomb, even the recurring Joe Turpel gag and he doesn't even know who Joe Turpel is.
Halfway through we had to go and pick up the pizzas, and walking back past the country club, pizzas in hand, old Vaughan walks out with his family. Told him we're on the lounge watching his film. Loving it too.
The best bit was when the figurine of the villain appeared on screen and it's Vaughan himself! Sam was just speaking to the real Vaughan now here he is on screen getting stabbed through the ear by Mick Fanning wielding a plastic penis.
I now highly recommend The Greatest Surf Movie In The Universe but it has everything to do with the setting.
basesix, 1727938579
hahaha, that is epic !
(haven't seen it, that will help)
blackers, 1727946061
Creso is nice for a family holiday. Will watch the film with my 20 yo when we get back. It sounds up his alley.
velocityjohnno, 1728183987
I can recommend Meet the Feebles and Bad Taste for the young ones. Maybe when they are a smidge older tho. The former was the only thing to leave mine speechless when they were teens.
velocityjohnno, 1728184018
Not a bad meat patty!
truebluebasher, 1728453439
Ode to The Daily Good News, by GuySmiley Groupie
2 -3 year queue that stretched a mile
Rewarded on election eve with a smile!
Salute swellnet's tax-friendly booth
For salvaging tbb's decaying tooth
Now Chompin' on chips from new Hungry Jacks
Complete with complimentary Gold Nugget snacks!
Just be patient & you'll eventually score!
5 minutes of peace from that goddamn Holy War!
Wrath of God prevails as Peace Train flies off the rails
Relax! Put down that baseball bat....Thank God for that!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ij5OIhHkfKI
GuySmiley, 1728458504
Johnny has that foot tapping rhythm in spades @tbb … nice way to celebrate the fang farrier’s work too :)
basesix, 1729457206
morning, @Guy, here's an SA feller who's campaigning to have para-surfing included in the Brissy 2032 'Lympics
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MNHjscXJcMQ
Pop Down, 1729457846
Oh My Stars , Chris is a legend and how wonderful he is Speaking Publicly about his Ordeal .
Gee , he has some Good Mates that are Legends 2 imho !
Thanks Basey , what a good way 2 start the week .
GuySmiley, 1729458640
Good morning @b6, yes indeed, how good is the human spirit, a legend and I reckon his partner and family would all be top notch as well, great post
Pop Down, 1729460629
You are spot on Smiley !!!
Add the Human Spirit with a Surfer and Australian and you get an Incredible combination !
The ANZAC's defined Mate-ship , 4 us .
When a mates in trouble , a bloody 5 meter White Pointer won't stop us helping him !
When the Shit hits the Fan , an Australian surfer will Stand Up and GO !
Never give Up , Never give In !
edit
A Mate passed away surfing in Bali .
The EFFORT his mates at the scene went to , 2 get him to shore and home was Legendary .
We don't leave mates Anywhere , that are in trouble .
Pop Down, 1729469714
Melbourne's International Jazz Festival started with a Saturday Bang @ The Bowl and is in full Swing .
Herbie Hancock was apparently " Life Changing " , with our Local Bumpy shinning brightly with him .
Pop Down, 1729480037
A Comp happening @ Woolami and it's good .
Victoria is going off .
indo-dreaming, 1729501213
I thought i felt a disturbance in the force today.
Kinda looked average when i looked but was low tide.
seeds, 1731648654
Don’t know where to put this but don’t want to start a new thread.
Anyone know anything about bikes. Retro bikes. I’m thinking of giving this a nudge. Any good? Price ok? Plenty done to it in the comments.
https://www.bikesales.com.au/bikes/details/1973-honda-cb500-four/SSE-AD-14482449/
This what they looked like out of the factory
blackers, 1731649324
Had a CB500 and a later VT 500 when living in London. Bullet proof courier bike, everywhere in the 90's. My mechanic friends loved them, easy to fix and loads of parts. But that was 30 years ago. Most would have been thrashed and generally uncared for given the use. Pretty simple mechanically if you can get hold of the parts today you will be fine. Price seems pretty high for what it is but I have not been looking.
seeds, 1731649861
Thanks Blackers. Can’t see any indicators on it either? Reckons it was registered.
blackers, 1731650276
To be honest you could pick up something new or newish with modern brakes and suspension that work, for not much more. Royal Enfield (built in India these days) or even something like a cfmoto (china) withe the same look and a warranty.
https://royalenfield.com.au/model/meteor-350-fireball/
https://www.cfmoto.com.au/model/450cl-c-bobber
seeds, 1731651605
Yeah but I just like the idea of an old retro bike for my mid life crisis. Drum brake on rear is pretty dodge though
Look at this CB500.
https://www.bikesales.com.au/bikes/details/1972-honda-cb500-four/SSE-AD-17655301/
udo, 1731652113
Check out some CX 500 Cafe Builds
seeds, 1731652584
Theses Mutts are assembled in Brisbane. China made from British company. Only 250cc which would be alright as I’m not a rider(yet)
Wonder what service and parts is like
https://www.bikesales.com.au/bikes/details/2020-mutt-sabbath/SSE-AD-18101369/
blackers, 1731653073
Like a fully retro board you will soon realise why the design was superceded. But hey go fer gold, but buy the old bones and pimp it yourself. A full midlife crisis "project".
Edit: go 500 as a start, smaller won't get you out of trouble, larger will get you into it.
zenagain, 1731654274
https://hatoya.co.jp/22-rebel250s-nb?nv=set
Do they have the Honda Rebel in Oz? They're super popular here and I believe pretty cheap- about $6k. Quite a waiting list I believe.
I reckon they look cool and because it's a Honda should be pretty reliable. Lady friend of mine just got hers. Loves it.
zenagain, 1731654536
I think they do a 500cc Rebel too. Not quite sure.
seeds, 1731654632
[quote=blackers]Like a fully retro board you will soon realise why the design was superceded. But hey go fer gold, but buy the old bones and pimp it yourself. A full midlife crisis "project".
Edit: go 500 as a start, smaller won't get you out of trouble, larger will get you into it.[/quote]
Shame the Mutts only go 250cc
Thanks Zen will have a look. And also udo
seeds, 1731655215
Okay as I’ve got to get my learners LAMS or whatever they call I think max size in QLD is 660
500 be good
I suppose newer has linked abs discs front and rear and fuel injection would be a bonus
blackers, 1731658526
Here is Zen's suggestion, Honda CMX500. Ticks a few boxes.
https://www.bikesales.com.au/bikes/honda/cmx500-s-abs/
zenagain, 1731659048
Gosh, they seem to hold their value well. Could be mistaken but about $6k here so that sounds about right for Oz pricing. Smart looking little bike I reckon.
seeds, 1731659663
I don’t know guys they look too much like Harley’s.
Look at this one Udo. Ads a bit old so might be gone
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1940467093100232/?ref=category_feed&referral_code=null&referral_story_type=post
basesix, 1731660485
yeh, you're on it @seeds, you want something a spy, postie, or villager might steam about on, cool, cos it is functional and doesn't think too much of itself. This all started with @Supa's blue meanie for good reason!
blackers, 1731661079
“ something a spy, postie, or villager might steam about on, “ Not a Virago then? My bad.
seeds, 1731662506
Haha I don’t want to draw too much attention to myself. I’m a rather understated guy
tubeshooter, 1731662694
So, no sleeve tatt to go with the new bike and midlife crisis then?
basesix, 1731662852
just a little runabout, even a simple trailbike... just something understated @seeds won't draw attention on, when he frocks up and heads down to the local library for literacy week.
seeds, 1731662904
[quote=tubeshooter]So, no sleeve tatt to go with the new bike and midlife crisis then?[/quote]
God no
seeds, 1731663097
[quote=basesix]just a little runabout, even a simple trailbike... just something understated @seeds won't draw attention on, when he frocks up and heads down to the local library for literacy week.[/quote]
I’d have to wear my hot pants drag outfit. Can’t have my frock getting tangled in the chain and going arse over tit. Wouldn’t want the kiddies to miss out on my reading
basesix, 1731663724
[quote=seeds]
I’d have to wear my hot pants drag outfit. Can’t have my frock getting tangled in the chain and going arse over tit. Wouldn’t want the kiddies to miss out on my reading[/quote]
hahaha, god these threads are funny, hey @seeds..?
as we all know, every situation deserves its own evaluation, with circumstances and context, yet we love to postulate and theorise and generalise, broad sweeping brush strokes, hoping to strike a chord..
keep us posted @seeds, good luck on the motorbike hunt, great fun for us to watch.
seeds, 1731663922
Still like the top one. Not the price.
Second one probs better but hate the exhaust and the hydracele sized fuel tank
They’re both carburetor fuel delivery
tubeshooter, 1731664074
What about a German style helmet and some goggles?
seeds, 1731664113
Yeah it’s good when discussions spring up out on a tangent.
seeds, 1731664185
[quote=tubeshooter]What about a German style helmet and some goggles?[/quote]
Funny I’ve already been googling stuff like that and don’t know if I’m buying a bike or not yet.
seeds, 1731664554
Now bike mechanics out there. The ‘73 is air cooled. The ‘81 looks like it has a radiator up front. Am I right. What would be better?
Or is that a fancy air cooler
blackers, 1731665474
If more recent go water cooled. However, radiators and pipes can block up and fans die in older bikes, Air cooled is simpler. You only want flames painted on your tank and a cooked head will lead to a big bill.
udo, 1731665549
Later Model is Liquid Cooled.
https://pipeburn.com/search/cx500
blackers, 1731665735
Last one from me on this. These look fun - CL 500 and CB350,
[url=https://ibb.co/KNBzd2b][img]https://i.ibb.co/Jx8FVvm/IMG-0127.jpg[/img][/url]
[url=https://imgbb.com/][img]https://i.ibb.co/SmWB6yM/IMG-0126.png[/img][/url]
seeds, 1731665950
Where’s the fan on that radiator?
Old air cooled Kombis seemed to last. You think I shouldn’t go with air cooled Blackers?
That top one looks good.
ps probably should have started a separate thread after all.
Stu do your magic.
blackers, 1731666095
No air cooled is fine. Fan was behind on my bikes
zenagain, 1731666255
What happened to the Women thread? Disappeared?
Any girls out there wanna chip in and talk about bikes. Heaps of ladies like bikes.
blackers, 1731667097
Maybe a better choice of words eh Roady?
basesix, 1731668439
yeh, good on you @seeds, we all need things to focus on. Coming out of winter/spring can be hard, a few hits of vit D can just make you feel even weirder, a few of us been howling at the moon of late, me included, @wax for good reason, and @southern, who is always empathetic, heart in the right place and on sleeve, total legend. Gets an idea in his head and finds it all consuming, sure, but he pursues good ideas. And he doesn't post for ego. Good news weekend, @Guy, I can feel it! : )
Jelly Flater, 1731668613
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=kBBOBVLigJk&pp=ygUORHlrZXMgb24gYmlrZXM%3D
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=bDqejlJIXXE
Jelly Flater, 1731668804
;)
https://au.news.yahoo.com/aussie-apartment-owners-amazing-feat-after-moving-from-farm-to-the-city-didnt-take-long-065447363.html
zenagain, 1731668936
I'm not Southerns enemy and we see eye to eye on many things. In this instance, not. I thought he was just a little bit fanatical in regards to all of this and was inviting pushback. Even then, that pushback wasn't too severe and many people, including myself were concerned about his state of mind and I still am.
I would have loved to read what he wrote back though.
Roady, very rough. He's still a bloke and a contributor and a mate. Don't forget that please.
seeds, 1731671390
Yep bit rough Roady.
SR has a good moral compass for sure but he does go AWOL sometimes. My first disagreement with him was nuts. He straight away made it about gender and all I was doing was commenting on an incident as I witnessed it. He posted the clip and it was some huge clash between authority and protesters. Next I was advocating for violence against women like I was there perpetrating the injustice apparently.
Funny old fellow is Humphrey.
basesix, 1731671661
yeh, while we're on that.. who suggested humphrey b bear was orange like dj trump the other day?
obviously thinking of fat cat! Jeeez... a little respect. fat cat vs. humphrey b bear was like ford vs. holden.
mixing the two up is unconscionable!
wax24, 1731681065
[quote=basesix]yeh, good on you @seeds, we all need things to focus on. Coming out of winter/spring can be hard, a few hits of vit D can just make you feel even weirder, a few of us been howling at the moon of late, me included, @wax for good reason, and @southern, who is always empathetic, heart in the right place and on sleeve, total legend. Gets an idea in his head and finds it all consuming, sure, but he pursues good ideas. And he doesn't post for ego. Good news weekend, @Guy, I can feel it! : )[/quote]
Shoot, Base... i was going on about somethin over in the SeppoReich (no ghetto any longer!), when my phone all of a sudden couldn't connect with SwellNet. It worked in all other regards, but here, 2-3 days later, It still can't access. I'm on my work computer, atm.
I figure a Power Greater Than Myself was saving Myself from Myself, lol. Pulled the plug on me! (saved y'all, too, hey?!)
(oops! should these comments drift over to Church?)
Anyways, nice to stretch my legs and get outta SeppoReich for a bit......
Roadkill, 1731692269
[quote=blackers]Maybe a better choice of words eh Roady?[/quote]
I can see that now, blackers. I could have used a different word in this case.
stunet, 1731702626
[quote=Roadkill][quote=blackers]Maybe a better choice of words eh Roady?[/quote]
I can see that now, blackers. I could have used a different word in this case.[/quote]
Not under any context will that shit be tolerated. Appreciate you've realised this now, but please, next time stop and think.
basesix, 1731713549
Good luck tomorrow craig and team!!
https://fundraise.lifelinenb.org.au/fundraisers/swellnet
dig deep swellnetters! (maybe a contribution @roadkill?)
southernraw, 1731727080
Good call @basesix and no hard feelings to any.
I deliberately drop bombs on these forums to provoke people for a response. Seems the only way to get things going when it's against the grain of indifference.
Just voicing my opinion. Pull no punches. Go down swinging.
Lucky we're in a society free to do that.
And thanks to Swellnet for allowing that.
History will speak kindly of allowing this space.
All the best to all of you. We're surfers.
basesix, 1731727167
mm, but I reckon it was YOU who suggested humphrey was a ginger @southern!
blackers, 1731727920
I wanna hear more about seeds’ adventures on 2 wheels. It’s peaked my interest in bikes again, retirement present to myself instead of a gold watch.
zenagain, 1731735023
Less chance of stacking a gold watch though.
No hard feelings Southern please. I didn't mean that about your moral compass. It's strong inside you.
southernraw, 1731736093
ahh shit ya got me @basesix.
I actually meant FATCAT!! Dammit.
Well called as a fellow HBB fan.
southernraw, 1731736589
No worries at all @zen.
Something i've come to realise is an anonymous voice means very little in sea of anonymous voices. Proofs in the pudding.
However having said that i know you all know who i am as i have posted my names several times so as to not hide behind an anonymous shield.
Shame you lot can't do the same when you put your own 'voices' to such issues.
If you can't back your own deepest darkest thoughts towards someone else or an issue up with your true identity...then what really are you on here??
Like i said. Not a healthy place to spend too much time.
So yeah, no worries.
Happy daily good news motherfuckers.
zenagain, 1731738388
My full name is easy to find here if you look for it. My identity is no secret either.
Let's not go down the finger pointing path again though.
basesix, 1731739177
yeh, knowing someone's name means dick, cos we all ain't nothing, all it has meant here historically has been people puffing themselves up. Also would mean employers being able to be told by narc colleagues that you said you smoke dope on a surf site. Or took two weeks off 'for medical reasons' in the Ments. I'm Gerry. Gerry Waterhouse.
seeds, 1731739339
Hey Zen they’re not as minimalist as I’d like but they’re growing on me.
seeds, 1731739448
This Suk looks okay too. Bit cheaper, that’s if it’s still available
basesix, 1731739701
looks cool. all about the floppy saddle seat (or preferably lack of) for me and if you can happily ride with an upright(ish) back, like looking to the horizon with straight arms and your back at 45 degrees, @seeds.. I liked the CB350 that @blackers suggested..
seeds, 1731741745
Yeah I like that old Japanese retro look. And the long seat
zenagain, 1731742272
Honda = Reliability.
That's a selling a point.
blackers, 1731742437
An extra $2k for a 9 year newer bike, 40% + seems fair. The Suzuki looks okay. Board carrier is helpful possibly, but it ain't an "f" coz the fairing has disappeared. Could be a sign of a ,"gold watch" event (cheers Zen :)). They are good basic bikes but the Honda looks a bit more schmick. Triumph Scrambler 400x looks nice in the size you are talking.
https://www.triumphmotorcycles.com.au/motorcycles/classic/scrambler-400-x/scrambler-400-x-2024
Just checked, standard Gs500 of that vintage is around $2200- 2600
sypkan, 1731834384
honda defo more stylish
more canggu chic and reliable
win win
hate to be a killjoy... but are those surf racks legal in oz?
some states?
been gonna put some on a bike for years, but just assumed in overmanaged oz it's a definite no no...
legal(ish) in japan?
seeds, 1731837571
Oooh Syp Canguu chic. No thanks mate.
Plenty of board racks on scooters but good point no idea on bikes
Yeah you guys are leading me towards a Honda
seeds, 1731927428
Heard about EV bikes today. Would you? Lack of motor rumble. Great as a commuter in busy city.
Bikes look awesome. Expensive some. Dirt bikes look great. Wonder what that’d be like?
Remember this coming from someone that hasn’t ridden a bike that had a clutch and gears in 30 years. Just scooter’s overseas.
seeds, 1731936467
I changed my “handle” to take the throttle back to idle, kick down the stand and have a read of this.
Bloody good Aussie story of the first man to summit Everest.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-11-18/sherpa-everest-mountaineer-tenzing-norgay-1960s-tasmania-trip/104375834
seeds, 1732357097
Lions Women’s into the GF next week.
Let’s make it a double ladies!!
seeds, 1732433607
Went and checked out the ‘73 Honda today. Looks good but not for 7G. He wouldn’t budge and I’d like to spend a bit on it such as re chroming wheels etc. Be a money pit.
Ended buying the Suzuki. Its pristine. Lovely frame adaptation for cafe racer seat. I’ll be taking the board racks off. Better heading for a surf with everything in a car.
blackers, 1732448597
Ace, well done. Enjoy.
seeds, 1732449257
Cheers Blackers.
This is what they looked like out of the factory. As you pointed out it isn’t any 500F anymore
blackers, 1732486379
It got scrambler treads on it, but I wouldn’t go far off piste with it. Couldn’t see a rear light cluster, they are helpful.
basesix, 1732496360
you should get your gold watch before christmas @blackers, and race @seeds to Ayumi&Craig's for the 1st birthday, haha.
(my daily good news: flew to adelaide last week for Test Tube Babies, Shoulda Been Here Yesterday and a wedding. Just arrived back at Mt G airport. NO CAR KEY!! unpacked my crap twice. Asked the price of a rental car and taxi, crazy, and I don't have a spare key at home anyway.. just emailed Adelaide, and asked them to look... then went and asked at lost property. They had it! I'd dropped it here before I left. Currently doing a happy dance in the empty airport!!)
seeds, 1732502298
[quote=blackers]It got scrambler treads on it, but I wouldn’t go far off piste with it. Couldn’t see a rear light cluster, they are helpful.[/quote]
Yeah I asked about the rear light cluster. It’s there apparently.
Told him you can’t sell it with rego (Qld) without safety cert. He’s sorting it.
Funnily enough I was following a bike very similar today and that what looks like electrical conduit at rear of seat is the LED lights and I saw them in action. Even the number plate light as he had his lights on.
seeds, 1732503029
And rego check says it is currently registered
seeds, 1732503270
[quote=basesix]you should get your gold watch before christmas @blackers, and race @seeds to Ayumi&Craig's for the 1st birthday, haha.
(my daily good news: flew to adelaide last week for Test Tube Babies, Shoulda Been Here Yesterday and a wedding. Just arrived back at Mt G airport. NO CAR KEY!! unpacked my crap twice. Asked the price of a rental car and taxi, crazy, and I don't have a spare key at home anyway.. just emailed Adelaide, and asked them to look... then went and asked at lost property. They had it! I'd dropped it here before I left. Currently doing a happy dance in the empty airport!!)[/quote]
Highland fling I hope.
seeds, 1732504073
[quote=seeds][quote=blackers]It got scrambler treads on it, but I wouldn’t go far off piste with it. Couldn’t see a rear light cluster, they are helpful.[/quote]
Yeah I asked about the rear light cluster. It’s there apparently.
Told him you can’t sell it with rego (Qld) without safety cert. He’s sorting it.
Funnily enough I was following a bike very similar today and that what looks like electrical conduit at rear of seat is the LED lights and I saw them in action. Even the number plate light as he had his lights on.[/quote]
Re off piste. Maybe falling off pissed.
I did ask about traction on road with that tread. That’s what I was more concerned about when the bitumen was wet.
blackers, 1732504309
[quote=seeds][quote=basesix]you should get your gold watch before christmas @blackers, and race @seeds to Ayumi&Craig's for the 1st birthday, haha.
(my daily good news: flew to adelaide last week for Test Tube Babies, Shoulda Been Here Yesterday and a wedding. Just arrived back at Mt G airport. NO CAR KEY!! unpacked my crap twice. Asked the price of a rental car and taxi, crazy, and I don't have a spare key at home anyway.. just emailed Adelaide, and asked them to look... then went and asked at lost property. They had it! I'd dropped it here before I left. Currently doing a happy dance in the empty airport!!)[/quote]
Highland fling I hope.[/quote]
What a great outcome. Awesome luck.
blackers, 1732504810
[quote=seeds][quote=seeds][quote=blackers]It got scrambler treads on it, but I wouldn’t go far off piste with it. Couldn’t see a rear light cluster, they are helpful.[/quote]
Yeah I asked about the rear light cluster. It’s there apparently.
Told him you can’t sell it with rego (Qld) without safety cert. He’s sorting it.
Funnily enough I was following a bike very similar today and that what looks like electrical conduit at rear of seat is the LED lights and I saw them in action. Even the number plate light as he had his lights on.[/quote]
Re off piste. Maybe falling off pissed.
I did ask about traction on road with that tread. That’s what I was more concerned about when the bitumen was wet.[/quote]
Good stuff as someone else would say. I'm sure its fine, just couldn't see the lights in yer pic. Those treads will be good as long as you go too hard on the corners.
Roadkill, 1732844080
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Roadkill, 1732845484
and so it begins...Looking good.
https://www.instagram.com/p/DC5hxlMyfbR/?img_index=1
etarip, 1735961251
Small east coast surf but have been getting the groms (9 and 7) out.
9yo is adamant that he wants to paddle into his own waves now. Taking plenty of licks but good to see his application. Cool to watch him adjusting his balance and weighting and finally making some angled takeoffs.
7yo is now getting up consistently on a 7’0 foamie and loving it. Got a cool little style too.
So rewarding. Little frothers.
GuySmiley, 1735962387
^^ great stuff there
Craig, 1736315287
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-01-08/missing-hiker-hadi-nazari-found-kosciuszko-national-park/104796682
Wow this is going to be quite the story.
basesix, 1736315769
misfired hamas nazi strike bound for kosovo? hang on @craig, need to process the words..
basesix, 1736315801
ah, yup! wow, that's epic..
blackers, 1736316887
That is awesome news, thought it was definitely a recovery search only after 2 weeks. Well done to all involved and am mighty big lesson to the young-un.
udo, 1736319985
Great Outcome....But a Med Student that did everything Wrong .
goofyfoot, 1736323331
[quote=Craig]https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-01-08/missing-hiker-hadi-nazari-found-kosciuszko-national-park/104796682
Wow this is going to be quite the story.[/quote]
That’s incredible
Roadkill, 1736464611
I read he wants $100k+ to share his story in the media. Be good if he donated it to the orgs that spent time and money searching for him.
Craig, 1736465700
Indeed.
Looks like he might have found the Opera House hut, one of the most inaccessible places out there, aptly named as the cost per square metre to build it was more than the Opera House.
It's at the base way beyond places we ski in winter/spring and very isolated. Guessing from there he climbed up the valley between Carruthers Peak and The Sentinel.
freeride76, 1736466597
Did he not have a map?
Compass?
How did he get lost?
freeride76, 1736469339
How did he get lost though?
Was there bad weather?
There are so many landmarks around there. Did he not have a map or compass?
blackers, 1736469419
[quote=freeride76]Did he not have a map?
Compass?
How did he get lost?[/quote]
Apparently he had stopped to take some photos, probably went for a bit of a bash to get the perspective he wanted and couldn't find his way back to the trail. He ended up 60 k's in the other direction from where he was headed so perhaps the map and compass was with the others in his group. Good idea to carry your own. An epirb when back country walking is advisable too, however I did hear you can get an emergency location and emergency signal via satellite using an iPhone 14 or later, don't need a phone signal
freeride76, 1736469780
I'm struggling to conceive of how you get could so lost there. So many high vantage points and ridge lines and peaks to orient yourself with.
Maybe in blizzard conditions but in fine weather?
Anyhow, great he has been found alive and well.
Maybe hikers need some basic competency tests or safety equipment before they are allowed in the park.
AndyM, 1736470109
[quote=Roadkill]I read he wants $100k+ to share his story in the media. Be good if he donated it to the orgs that spent time and money searching for him.[/quote]
In this day and age I tend to get suspicious with stories like this.
Being hungry for two weeks in exchange for six figures sounds pretty easy.
When I go walking or 4wding which is usually in quite remote areas, I use the Topo GPS app, extremely detailed and works offline as long as you've got a line of sight to the sky.
Notwithstanding a flat battery, it's almost impossible to get lost using it.
Modern apps are basically idiotproof.
And little battery banks will recharge your phone 10 times over.
udo, 1736470148
Has Hiking Experience...Got Lost ...Found Shelter but didnt stay there
In Good Shape for only Eating a couple of Muesli Bars and some Berries in 2 Weeks .
https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/jan/09/hiker-who-left-museli-bars-in-kosciuszko-hut-hadi-nazari
https://khuts.org/index.php/huts/kosciuszko-national-park/opera-house
simba, 1736471506
The bloke was an idiot for a so called experienced bush walker.......kept moving instead of finding an area where he could be spotted....wearing dark greys and green clothing ..........and not leaving any sign of which way he was moving .......bla....all bush walkers should carry an epirb......if he sells his story he should donate some of it to help the organizations which was mentioned above who spent a lot of time finding him.
simba, 1736472228
also maybe he read this blokes story
https://www.upi.com/Archives/1992/02/05/Man-survives-43-days-in-mountains-on-snow-and-ice/2497697266000/
udo, 1736647489
2 Mill Approx cost of Search
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14265263/Hadi-Nazari-Mount-Kosciuszko-miracle.html
Comments are Worth a Read...
Supafreak, 1736652425
If I was rescued after 2 weeks in the wilderness, I would be extremely grateful to those that put in the effort to find me. If the media scrum came at me with offers of an exclusive interview , I would go with the highest bidder and then donate it as a sign of gratitude to the rescue organisations that found me . The truth will eventually come out. If it is indeed a scam ( I don’t know ) then he will bring on an even bigger media scrum and life will become very difficult for years to come .
udo, 1736653361
Reminds me of
https://www.ojp.gov/ncjrs/virtual-library/abstracts/small-crime-big-time-australian-celebrity-self-abduction-crime-and
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/14joV1uUoN/
Supafreak, 1736655813
If it is a scam , let’s hope a string of copycats don’t start up . Maybe any outlet willing to pay 100 gs puts in a lie detector clause , if he declines, it will look very suss .
blackers, 1736655849
Let's give him the benefit of the doubt until shown otherwise. He's young, and being academically bright does not always mean having a lot of common sense.
truebluebasher, 1737515654
Recall Chang the Qld Groper got lonely during Covid Lockdown...
Went on a hunger strike...
https://www.facebook.com/7NEWSBrisbane/videos/queensland-aquarium-says-its-fish-miss-visitors/174837527203527/
Sunny the Star Sunfish was missing his fan base > went on a hunger strike..
Superstar feels sunnier with his Cardboard Cut-out Only Fanclub base.
They're real Dedicated Fans Ok! My peeps...they love me!
Gotta feeling this might catch on...tbb could do with with a few cardboard only fans...
That's my kinda Japanese Fan!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oUkj15WQoOY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8U3fwS86-Y
Island Bay, 1738011789
On a busy day, with devil wind on the points, I surfed my fave spot with a pair of Maui Dolphins.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M%C4%81ui_dolphin
Supafreak, 1738307497
I know there are a few people on here with close relatives that are hearing impaired , just wondering if you have come across these glasses before ? How stoked is this young girl after her mum gifted her a pair. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFcaT2-tc70/?igsh=Mm10ZjRlczJ2NTd6
truebluebasher, 1738472232
Chiko Chook's Surf Safari sweeps Hodad son off his crippled legz.
Mum's 81st Birthday wish is to cure her hodad son...Dawn Patrol Siren Surfs Up....WTF Mum!
Yer goin' surfing from yer knees down...be ready in 54321...Gonna give it a bash Son!
tbb has been isolating for 5 years...we discussed Ocean Ozone Surf as last option cure for Cellulitus.
Med Health info says don't do it, saltwater & sand invites further contamination of deep set infection.
Now! tbb takes that to mean Wastewater creeks & Ocean Outfall...thinking clearer ocean beach as fine!
Ya see the Local Saltwater Talle Ck is easier to access but polluted...so all near beaches are a risk!
In any event it's too late tbb dunked his legs at North Burley for a good hour...
Getting down to the water's edge (Flags) was quite a reasonable trek as tide was retreating!
Never really consider that visiting the surf is only the easy part.
Most ever always downhill into less & less Sand approach to waters edge...
Leaving the beach is the real quest...
Each step involves a slower harder heaving haul of more greater deeper impact under own weight...
Each breath is heavier and task grows harder...needing more and longer breaks, each a new mission.
Heart was pounding...this is a real challenge!
Ya see now each step is deeper into uphill plough of impossible deeper recover with stairs yet to climb.
Evaluation being tbb can only afford max 30 minutes knee wading to preserve energy for a beach exit.
If accessing knee height surf is 3x harder > then exiting the beach is around 15x harder...
Now tbb knew that, but only now can evaluate a ranking of disability by terminology...
Inclusion access for Adaptive Surfers to equally feel free is no doubt a blessing...Applause all round!
How us disabled Surfers exit the beach requires nothing short of a resurrection...not for your eyes...
Ya see now we gotta leave freedom to instantly assimilate into Pitch Perfect Seachange Restriction.
Exhausted we contemplate exiting the beach...we're recuperating as world is racing faster
One step or word outta place spells disaster in bustling Seachange Hustle...outta my way Hodad! Fark!
As tbb discovered he was way to slow for Steps / Shower / Crossing Paths / Esplanade.
Ya turnaround to see yer the #1 problem for others which defies the intent of inclusionary outing.
Foreshores were originally preserved primarily for Senior Convalescence...tbb feels that's important.
To preserve the relaxed healing nature of Oz Foreshores as sanctuaries is still the prime objective!
tbb was stoked with Mum's Surf Safari but it does alert tbb that WSR must prioritise Reserve at heart!
Reserve between Majestic Sanctuary & Madness must remain a chill zone less so a Seachange Folly.
Locals should defend yer hang if only to Chill out yer Blowins...never lose sight of core objective!
tbb & Mum are knee deep in Birthday Bash Surf Stoke...
WOTD ~~~~^ ~~~~/'~~~~/\~~~~/(~~~~ /(C..[ mums )
seeds, 1738472468
TBB, you ain’t no hodad. You’re just retired.
Happy birthday to mum!
udo, 1739848855
https://youtu.be/e95Uzc_cK_4?si=zh6ku91mjSXA0Src
basesix, 1745572585
In an otherwise reflective day (except for Carringbushers), I am happy to pass on that a young lady was hit by lightening. Because she is totally fine, thankfully. Her name, Bloom Kermode. Yep. Here's an interview with Bloom, and her father Billy Ray Kermode. I reckon the son, Staynd was on the money..
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XX5I1QAm83M
seeds, 1745574573
The atmosphere was statically charged from Staynd’s prolonged trip to the…..
He managed to delete his phone’s history before the media arrived.
Speaking of funny names that was at Burpengary. Very familiar to us but have lost count of the times visitors traveling the Bruce have mentioned it.
Another person was struck by the big guy in the sky up here last night also.
basesix, 1745669031
Valerie the dachshund, on Kangaroo Island.. wot a funny story, global interest and concern from the international dachsund community.
I'm sure it's been all over the news.
https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/apr/25/valerie-the-dachshund-is-found-safe-and-well-after-529-days-on-the-run-on-south-australian-island
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VBx7M3WzT-c
(haha @seeds, yeh, Burpengary.. we got a town called Byaduk in the borderlands..)
seeds, 1748055921
Aussies are a good bunch
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05-24/nannup-rallies-to-help-stranded-french-backpackers/105320052
AndyM, 1748058096
Yeah that's a great bit of hospitality.
Reminds of this time when I was in the south of France, I had a bit of time off work so I rented a car and went for a drive up in the mountains out of Nice.
I figured I'd find a little hotel or pensione as I went so didn't book anything in advance - a lot of the small places are old school and don't have websites anyway, at least not at that time.
I ended up in this tiny little town around sunset, it was well after the summer season and just before the winter season and it quickly became apparent that there was no accomodation open in town.
I headed into the local bar, bought a drink and started chatting with the bartender, who was the only guy in the room who spoke English.
He said I was out of luck but he'd do what he could.
He turned and addressed the room, which had about a dozen people in it, and asked (in French of course) if anyone could help me out.
So this middle aged fella, who spoke absolutely zero English, offered to put me up for the night.
We went back to his place and I have to admit I was pretty wary but it was all above board.
He gave me his bed and slept on the couch, and in the morning made me a coffee and gave me a croissant and sent me on my way.
Unbelivable.
Great that this kind of hospitality is clearly still a thing, no matter what country.
AndyM, 1748058214
...
zenagain, 1748059256
Dammit Andy- I was waiting for the punchline.
You must be a nice fella Andy, you seem to have a way with people. Scruffy Frenchmen, Singaporean hookers, Haitian drag queens...
AndyM, 1748059825
Mate you don't know the half of it :)
From the hills of France to the gay bars of New York to the beaches of the Seychelles!
Surprised you remembered the Singapore story.
AndyM, 1748060343
What about you Zen, you must have some good travel stories.
zenagain, 1748066171
A couple Andy. Pretty vanilla tbh.
AndyM, 1748067480
For this thread, as long as they're good news.
seaslug, 1748069192
Nice, that was my home for 4 years
AndyM, 1748072136
How did you end up there seaslug?
seaslug, 1748072745
Ha, long story, was in London in 91 for 3 years, then went to Aberdeen for 2y and then scored a new job in Monaco so I drove all the way down from Aberdeen in my trusty Ford Fiesta with the steering wheel on the wrong side, was a hassle on the toll roads. It all started out on with the UK working holiday visa which I think in those days you wouldn't qualify for if you were over 27 or 28, something like that.
AndyM, 1748074320
What were you doing in Monaco?
Did you commute from Nice?
seaslug, 1748074858
Engineering, Floating Production Systems, yep either use to drive in my ford fiesta, much to the disgust of the white gloved Monaco police, or the train
AndyM, 1748078376
Was that to do with the cruise ship berth?
From memory that thing floats. It's wild how quickly it drops off into very deep water there, where the Alps meet the Med.
The whole of Monaco is a total trip, from the genteel police and unseen security presence to the unbelievable wealth, the political structure, tunnel engineering, you name it.
Probably the most intriguing place I've ever been to.
Certainly a massive contrast to the dirty streets of Nice :)
seaslug, 1748080678
No Andy, FPSO's although my company was involved in the project, semi-floating breakwater attached to the embankment through a metal ball joint.
First time in my life I saw what real wealth was....words can't really describe it
Shit alley was the name I gave the walk path, French ladies and their poodles
AndyM, 1748086643
Real financial wealth yes, although I'd say our Australian coastal lifestyle is worth more, otherwise I'd still be over there earning way more than I do.
But certainly fascinating to see things over there up close.
Even got to hang out and have a beer and a chat with Prince Albert who just happened to wander into the local Irish bar on St Paddy's day
Moonah, 1748116345
So Indo-dreaming, sypkan and gs-co got booted?
If that’s true about Indo that’s great news.
GuySmiley, 1748118512
Top of page bump
AlfredWallace, 1748163892
Is it just me, it smells like someone has been spraying Glen 20 all around the room of Swellnet HQ, very light and airy, refreshing also.
It’s definitely got rid of a few rank smells.
I know it’s not Spring but it feels like it. Up and about. AW
seeds, 1748165087
A breath of fresh air. (glen 20 is totally non negotiable in one part of my life)
Another breath of fresh air follows….
https://youtu.be/mNa3UxflKlk?si=-MVVQ8cBfoqLVz8L
AlfredWallace, 1748166459
[quote=seeds]A breath of fresh air. (glen 20 is totally non negotiable in one part of my life)
Another breath of fresh air follows….
https://youtu.be/mNa3UxflKlk?si=-MVVQ8cBfoqLVz8L[/quote]
So, you’re saying you’ve got a can of Glen 20 stashed down at the Esk Park bomb shelter (public toilet), where it’s always a pleasure. AW
basesix, 1748167787
'Glen, 20' might be an Esk Park mate @AW..
'non negotiable..' - sounds like he runs a tight business.
Does 'breath of fresh air' mean something different in today's parks?
GuySmiley, 1748168078
^^ From 1:10 … toilet humour is up there with blasphemy, haha
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=lXnwDmhbcak
seeds, 1748169114
[quote=basesix]'Glen, 20' might be an Esk Park mate @AW..
'non negotiable..' - sounds like he runs a tight business.
Does 'breath of fresh air' mean something different in today's parks?[/quote]
Haha yeah you gotta get a can at the 4square before you meet Glen at the shelter. Funny stuff.
Butane can blow;) in confined spaces hence the 3 foot thick walls and steel plated prison style door.
seeds, 1748169243
Ah that was funny Guy. Long time since seeing that.
AlfredWallace, 1748169534
[quote=seeds][quote=basesix]'Glen, 20' might be an Esk Park mate @AW..
'non negotiable..' - sounds like he runs a tight business.
Does 'breath of fresh air' mean something different in today's parks?[/quote]
Haha yeah you gotta get a can at the 4square before you meet Glen at the shelter. Funny stuff.
Butane can blow;) in confined spaces hence the 3 foot thick walls and steel plated prison style door.[/quote]
Glens breath of air may be halitosis or methane, depending upon which orifice it came from. Either way, it’s gonna smell rank.
I see your bomb shelter has a bit of red brick paving also.
What is it with councils and their obsession with that type of surface ? AW
seeds, 1748170020
Glen hasn’t cleaned his teeth since 2006 so all surfaces need to be impervious to all acidic substances known to man.
Some woman pay thousands for exfoliating treatments but the good folk of the Somerset Council area are the best looking tooffless people in Australia.
AlfredWallace, 1748170949
[quote=seeds]Glen hasn’t cleaned his teeth since 2006 so all surfaces need to be impervious to all acidic substances known to man.
Some woman pay thousands for exfoliating treatments but the good folk of the Somerset Council area are the best looking tooffless people in Australia.[/quote]
Seeds. Hi mate.
I concur wholeheartedly, when I drove down through Pomona that day, I was slouched down a bit below my side window so as to not arouse any interest, saw many a male using their two teeth to open bottles and females were rolling their own tampons. Just saying. AW
seeds, 1748171530
Goodness no. Pootown is far too gentrified. Even an over priced dentist smack bang in the middle of town now.
It’s the place to be whilst I’ve been wanting to escape for the last few years
tearymasseuse, 1748173402
youtube.com/watch?v=EmVu-Wxe-Uw&pp=ygUOWmFwcGEgcG9vIHNvbmc%3D
tearymasseuse, 1748219584
[quote=AlfredWallace]Is it just me, it smells like someone has been spraying Glen 20 all around the room of Swellnet HQ, very light and airy, refreshing also.
It’s definitely got rid of a few rank smells.
I know it’s not Spring but it feels like it. Up and about. AW[/quote]
^ excellent observations @AW
- a good quality flush cleared the turds ;)
& glen 20 toilet technology saved SN from a septic scourge…
Bombs awaaaaaay!
youtube.com/watch?v=4nHUmtr0w1E
AlfredWallace, 1748221013
[quote=tearymasseuse][quote=AlfredWallace]Is it just me, it smells like someone has been spraying Glen 20 all around the room of Swellnet HQ, very light and airy, refreshing also.
It’s definitely got rid of a few rank smells.
I know it’s not Spring but it feels like it. Up and about. AW[/quote]
^ excellent observations @AW
- a good quality flush cleared the turds ;)
& glen 20 toilet technology saved SN from a septic scourge…
Bombs awaaaaaay!
youtube.com/watch?v=4nHUmtr0w1E[/quote]
Tearymasseuse. Hi mate. Thanks again for your recent recommendation to do Small Hindu Squats for my crook knee, it’s helped immensely.
What have I started, smells and toilet related, Hindu squats, bombs away, bomb shelter, must thank Stu for the ridding of the turdbulence .
The original surname of the modern toilet inventor , was Sir Thomas Crapper a British plumber, No shit !!!!. AW
wax24, 1748240872
Here in SeppoLand, we call Glen 20 "Lysol." Has the same uses.
seeds, 1748241537
Eeewww sounds septic ;);)
seeds, 1748242729
What’s your thoughts on its ingredients. Does its job but does it do us in long term?
I reach for it constantly.
AlfredWallace, 1748243801
[quote=seeds]What’s your thoughts on its ingredients. Does its job but does it do us in long term?
I reach for it constantly.
[/quote]
Seeds. Constant exposure or breathing in large amounts may be harmful according to Dr. Google.
I’d suggest this goes for a hell of a lot of aerosols we happily use because it’s the can in our hand that’s emblazoned with false goodness.
I’d be walking out of a confined space (toilet, bathroom) as quick as possible. AW
seeds, 1748244583
Ha, but Glen said it was non negotiable.
I reckon if it isn’t natural we shouldn’t be inhaling…… but oh holy goodness it’s better than the smell of………..
wax24, 1748245707
"False goodness".... Geez A-Dubs, how many different types of THAT do we reach for? lol
GuySmiley, 1748245765
It worked for me, haha
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=V_HKiqkzlgs&pp=0gcJCdgAo7VqN5tD
seeds, 1748246076
Indo and gs-co should have splashed a bit on.
AlfredWallace, 1748247174
[quote=wax24]"False goodness".... Geez A-Dubs, how many different types of THAT do we reach for? lol[/quote]
Wax24, hi pal.
Way too many mate. We’ve all been conned by the canned.
I’m a raw materials and basic chemistry man these days, you can make so many cleaning agents from naturally occurring substances. In fact even better, I don’t clean anything, including myself, water is the best solvent on earth, it loves positive ions. What’s that smell ? . AW
AlfredWallace, 1748247607
[quote=seeds]Indo and gs-co should have splashed a bit on.[/quote]
Seeds. Indo and Gs-co should have splashed on some ‘Be Nice’. AW
seeds, 1748247922
We all run in to these arseholes. It boggles the mind that people can be so twisted up their own ignorant, judgmental, self righteous sphincters.
wax24, 1748248031
The destination ain't much fun, i imagine, if hatred was the fuel to get there. Shoot, the journey has gotta suck, too. Feeds itself.
tearymasseuse, 1748250514
[quote=wax24]The destination ain't much fun, i imagine, if hatred was the fuel to get there. Shoot, the journey has gotta suck, too. Feeds itself.[/quote]
“ Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime “
;)
youtube.com/watch?v=kZJtnYYd2zg
seeds, 1748941683
Haha how cool is this. (just saw it on the news) Way to win girl!!
https://youtu.be/GPuGiQ8uiwM?si=Mcn20qFY4vLAdVpq
seeds, 1751166694
Ultimately a good news story but my goodness what a tale of survival.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06-29/franklin-river-rescue-man-stuck-lithuanian-valdas-leg-amputated/105420916
AndyM, 1751167148
[quote=seeds]Ultimately a good news story but my goodness what a tale of survival.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06-29/franklin-river-rescue-man-stuck-lithuanian-valdas-leg-amputated/105420916[/quote]
Doesn't get much more full-on does it?
Doctor breaks wrist, original casualty loses leg then has an arrest, is kept alive by artificial means, stays in coma for days, recovers to consider re-visiting the river that almost killed him...
What a story.
thermalben, 1751171346
Incredible story. Another step up from what happened to Aron Ralston.
seeds, 1751172629
Oh yeah, for sure.
I was more and more gobsmacked the more I read. It’s hard to fathom being in that situation.
udo, 1752111549
https://www.news.com.au/national/nsw-act/fearing-the-worst-dads-frantic-plea-as-son-goes-missing/news-story/c7c4ee966e650c514308cfcce318872f
simba, 1752112642
^ how the fuk did he end up out there ?........unbelievable.....because its a looooong way out to sea 13 ks or so and very sharky.......love to hear his story Stu.
udo, 1752113144
No Swell -Thinking young Darcy had Sampled some Acid. . .
Beat Toru's Effort by 7 k.
GuySmiley, 1752118163
Abducted by aliens ^^
basesix, 1752118415
on Melb ABC TV news in 3 mins ^^^
Supafreak, 1752122888
Suck it up GG . I was in a bar with 35 cockroaches, poor me the only one supporting Qld . NSW turned up but that was it , they believed the hype that the series was in the bag . 
simba, 1752125954
That was the way you play origin.......hard ....with queensland winning ...hohoho