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PLEASE NOTE: BMCR will be closed this Friday and Saturday for the long weekend, re-opening on Monday April 28.

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Why Magpies Swoop Cyclists

Posted: 01/09/2023 Out and About

Why do magpies go for bike riders & how do you stop them? We're doing some myth-busting, including whether you should try to feed a feathery attacker.   Read More

Three magpies on some grass, all concentrating on the ground. A screaming girl's head has been photoshopped in front of them, to humorous effect.

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It ran like a dream in the adventure race. I especially appreciated the work you did on the brakes; lots of people complained that theirs weren't working properly and mine were solid all day. There was an awesome downhill and some people had to walk their bikes due to a lack of braking...Ray Scheuboeck
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260 Waymouth Street, Adelaide, South AustraliaSA 5000

Monday to Friday: 8:30am – 6:00pm

Saturday: 10:00am – 3:00pm (closed public holiday weekends)

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