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  • We're watching you, Mr Smith. Protest 27th June 2010

    We're not happy. You're gouging money from bikers. Where's it going ?

    Just what are we getting for our massively increased levies?

    We've been told that a bunch of grumpy bikers are planning to turn out to demand some answers : to remind Mr Smith that we're not happy. And that we're watching him.

    And to show him exactly what he can do with his A.C.C.

    When ? Sunday 27th June.

    Where . Central Auckland. Can't tell you exactly where just yet. because if we do, we might be able to have it there. And we're having it there, permissions or not.

    We'll update you with exact location , and game plan nearer the day. Sufficiently nearer that it's too late for TPTB to stop it.

    And some extra grumpy people may ride on to other places afterward. Not that we know anything about that. . (less than 20km, easy riding, and very legal., No speed limits will be brioken. Quite the reverse. )

    Be aware that getting into the location may be difficult for trikes or sidecars . Anyone planning on bringing one, PM me.

    Be aware also that we may probably be breaking some rules of some sort.. This meeting may not be totally respectfull. Or polite. So anyone that has major issues with keeping squeaky clean and rule compliant may want to flag this one.

    Some folk may want tp wear a mask. or balaclava. Or skull mask . We're encouraging masks and balaclavas. After all, it'll probably be cold.

    Probably be wet too. So if you're a wimp, you probably want to flag this one.

    Otherwise, if you're not afraid of getting wet, and don't like bending over and taking it (there's a hint there for you) , be there. Disrespectfully, and noisily.

    Central Auckland. Somewhere. 27th June 11am.

    Anyone that can lead a group from the outskirts, (West gate, Autobahn, Dairy Flat ? ,) please post up , so groups can get organised.
    This article was originally published in forum thread: We're watching you, Mr Smith. Protest 27th June 2010 started by BRONZ View original post
    Comments 218 Comments
    1. MSTRS's Avatar
      MSTRS:Me -
      I hate to admit it, but there are times when Orks is just a bit far away...esp when I have to be there the following w/e
      Best of luck boys and girls.
    1. slofox's Avatar
      slofox -
      Quote Originally Posted by BRONZ View Post
      W
      Central Auckland. Somewhere. 27th June 11pm.
      Why's it in the middle of the night?
    1. madbikeboy's Avatar
      madbikeboy -
      I for one certainly won't be there. I'll be hanging with SloFox (he's my alibi for that night). Now, where did I leave my balaclava?
    1. Eyegasm's Avatar
      Eyegasm -
      Quote Originally Posted by slofox View Post
      Why's it in the middle of the night?
      Because they are to scared to create to much disturbance to the public?

      Or it's outside someones house?

      Just my guess
    1. BRONZ's Avatar
      BRONZ -
      Fixed. Always get that wrong. Like East West. Why must they complicate things.
    1. DangerousBastard's Avatar
      DangerousBastard -
      Quote Originally Posted by BRONZ View Post
      Fixed. Always get that wrong. Like East West. Why must they complicate things.
      Why not just write it 2300hrs and there will be no confusion.

      Steve
    1. Ixion's Avatar
      Ixion -
      Bumpity for.bumpification
    1. Squiggles's Avatar
      Squiggles -
      Bump?
    1. RiderInBlack's Avatar
      RiderInBlack -
      Am interested in coming along, but am not interested in needing ta cover my face. Will it be that "Cold" that face cover would be advisable? With the BIKEIO, I knew what action I was backing, & was pleased with how is was run. Am ready for more serious action, but would like to know a bit more about it before joining in, OK? The BRONZ newsletter that I got via e-mail today didn't really let me know what I need ta know before joining in. Please Text 027 4534020 or PM me with the needed advise.
    1. MadDuck's Avatar
      MadDuck -
      Quote Originally Posted by BRONZ View Post
      Can't tell you exactly where just yet.
      Quote Originally Posted by BRONZ View Post
      So anyone that has major issues with keeping squeaky clean and rule compliant may want to flag this one.
      Quote Originally Posted by BRONZ View Post
      Some folk may want tp wear a mask. or balaclava. Or skull mask . We're encouraging masks and balaclavas..
      Quote Originally Posted by BRONZ View Post
      Probably be wet too. So if you're a wimp, you probably want to flag this one.
      So you want people to turn up to an unknown location wearing balaclavas? I guess I will avoid this one thanks BRONZ.
    1. RiderInBlack's Avatar
      RiderInBlack -
      Quote Originally Posted by MadDuck View Post
      So you want people to turn up to an unknown location wearing balaclavas? I guess I will avoid this one thanks BRONZ.
      It kind of reads that way. I hope not. If I'm going ta protest, I don't want ta be sulking about having ta hide me face. I would want them ta know I am coming and what for. If I believe in the action, then I would be happy to be detained for minor stuff. I wouldn't be hiding my identity. BUT, and it is a big BUT, I would need ta know exactly what I was put myself up for, and what the risks are.
    1. GOONR's Avatar
      GOONR -
      Quote Originally Posted by MadDuck View Post
      So you want people to turn up to an unknown location wearing balaclavas? I guess I will avoid this one thanks BRONZ.
      Sounds like a raid on Kelly Tarltons.
    1. Reckless's Avatar
      Reckless -
      Quote Originally Posted by GOONR View Post
      Sounds like a raid on Kelly Tarltons.
      Something fishy going on here!!
    1. Mom's Avatar
      Mom -
      Quote Originally Posted by RiderInBlack View Post
      It kind of reads that way. I hope not. If I'm going ta protest, I don't want ta be sulking about having ta hide me face. I would want them ta know I am coming and what for. If I believe in the action, then I would be happy to be detained for minor stuff. I wouldn't be hiding my identity. BUT, and it is a big BUT, I would need ta know exactly what I was put myself up for, and what the risks are.
      I am with you on this one. My face and name is fairly well known in the protest against ACC levy hikes and changes. I dont have a problem with that, I also stand for what I believe in. Cloak and dagger is not my style, more of a dark glasses and pocket knife approach for this gal. We can organise some fairly good chaos legally to make our point I would have thought.
    1. Squiggles's Avatar
      Squiggles -
      Quote Originally Posted by MadDuck View Post
      So you want people to turn up to an unknown location wearing balaclavas? I guess I will avoid this one thanks BRONZ.
      Im thinking haloween masquerade
    1. Fatt Max's Avatar
      Fatt Max -
      Quote Originally Posted by GOONR View Post
      Sounds like a raid on Kelly Tarltons.
      Sick to the gills with all this secret squirrel stuff.

      Whats the deal here......???
    1. bogan's Avatar
      bogan -
      Quote Originally Posted by Fatt Max View Post
      Sick to the gills with all this secret squirrel stuff.

      Whats the deal here......???
      agreed, some of us are considering trips from quite far away, and want to know whats actually happening. Whats wrong with a slow ride through main streets or something? going all secretive will get you fuck all bikes.
    1. Fatt Max's Avatar
      Fatt Max -
      Quote Originally Posted by bogan View Post
      agreed, some of us are considering trips from quite far away, and want to know whats actually happening. Whats wrong with a slow ride through main streets or something? going all secretive will get you fuck all bikes.
      I know....did you get the 'gills' joke though....?

      Crap, eh
    1. Katman's Avatar
      Katman:Me -
      I don't know whether BRONZ see this whole thing as a joke or not but they would be well advised to note that there's many motorcyclists that are fast losing all confidence in them.
    1. Murray's Avatar
      Murray -
      Who is BRONZ??? He's made 6 posts on Kiwibiker and wants us to all go on a crusade with him.

      Where do Ixion or some of the more reputable kiwibiker protest leaders sit on this.

      Do mom, maha, caseye, fatt max, stoney and others know anything about this???

      Maybe all will be revealed closer to the time???
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