Chch Wednesday Night Cruises 2009-10

[Guzza]

Couple of good pics of a Blue Tiger there Guzza... good stuff, sorry you had to go early on but great to see the young fella along.

All the pix are the boys handy work. Gotta love point and shoot cameras.

[cruza]

All the pix are the boys handy work. Gotta love point and shoot cameras.

just have to buy him a couple of memory cards for his birthday!!

[Guzza]

just have to buy him a couple of memory cards for his birthday!!

...Or just not be such a lazy arse and empty the damn thing every so often!:laugh:

[helenoftroy]

The girls are very eager to come out riding with us next week....

Flip! Kendra would absolutely love to ride with you again if Mrs Flip would be OK with that?:2thumbsup

Would anyone please pillion Corine?(she survived on the back with Elliot last time....):banana::banana:

[cruza]

Somewhere with heaps of corners this week be nice , Got a new back tyre to scrub in before woodstock . Duv/akar's?

[Iggy]

The girls are very eager to come out riding with us next week....

Flip! Kendra would absolutely love to ride with you again if Mrs Flip would be OK with that?:2thumbsup

Would anyone please pillion Corine?(she survived on the back with Elliot last time....):banana::banana:

I will offer a ride if Corrine is keen on my Red Duc and I ride safely with pillons...........just ask Kiwiphoenix;)
But the only catch is.. I dont have spare gear for pillion :doh:....so just let me know if you are keen and will catch up.:rockon:

[KiwiPhoenix]

Somewhere with heaps of corners this week be nice , Got a new back tyre to scrub in before woodstock . Duv/akar's?

I vote Duv!! I promised a certain young lad that I would do Duv by the end of Jan, mind you that depends on whether me bike is fitted with new brake pads!!


I will offer a ride if Corrine is keen on my Red Duc and I ride safely with pillons...........just ask Kiwiphoenix;)


She will love it!!!! I now understand the love of Duc's

[Iggy]

I vote Duv!! I promised a certain young lad that I would do Duv by the end of Jan, mind you that depends on whether me bike is fitted with new brake pads!!



She will love it!!!! I now understand the love of Duc's

Maybe you will have the pleasure of riding a Duc one day, if I let ya:innocent:............

[helenoftroy]

I will offer a ride if Corrine is keen on my Red Duc and I ride safely with pillons...........just ask Kiwiphoenix;)
But the only catch is.. I dont have spare gear for pillion :doh:....so just let me know if you are keen and will catch up.:rockon:
Thanks Iggy that would be awesome! :done:

She will be all geared up & my Sam will ride my Duc with his girlfriend Erica....
Mum will rock on up on the trusty DR!:rockon:

[helenoftroy]

Oh!! and well done to Kerryhare, RumGirl and any other WNR first timers!

Absolutely!!you girls did good!!roll on Woodstock eh girls!!:devil2:

The young guy on the Ninga with his girlfriend(sorry!dont know your name!)had a good ride....:banana:

[Iggy]

Thanks Iggy that would be awesome! :done:

She will be all geared up & my Sam will ride my Duc with his girlfriend Erica....
Mum will rock on up on the trusty DR!:rockon:

No worries at all:2thumbsup..........will look forward to the next ride and to meet your gang so will keep in touch........and how come you get the short straw on letting Sam ride your Duc instead of the DR:confused:...........must be in the genes:msn-wink:

[helenoftroy]

No worries at all:2thumbsup..........will look forward to the next ride and to meet your gang so will keep in touch........and how come you get the short straw on letting Sam ride your Duc instead of the DR:confused:...........must be in the genes:msn-wink:

Lmao!I have no experience riding with a pillion(apart from a very traumatic experience with my then 16yr daughter,after which I can state catagorically that not everyone is a good pillion:oi-grr:!!)

... & Sam & Erica have done lots of Kms 2 up on the Ducati

I love riding the DR,really is hard choosing which bike to ride sometimes.....:confused:

Am so lucky to have a choice of bikes....tho its taken me a long time to get here!

Life is good!:woohoo:

[far queue]

Ahh so nice to get out for a bit of a ride. The goldie was a blast to cruise on, Stereo blasting out some pink floyd while easing along the motorway, Devision bell sounded awsome as we passed thru Rangioria, kids waving and parents gawking... ahhhh and the cruise control.... what can i say, it makes dancing fun even at 90mph lol... did you lke my dance moves FarQue?Going through Rangiora I was wondering what the funny noises were coming from my bike until I realised it was the boom box in your aircraft carrier. I did get a laugh out of the "Kate Winslet on the bow of the Titanic" act though :laugh:


imagine the kb aa circle on a rally . goldwing dukebox . that would be cool, prob need a spare battery to get it started in the morning thruIt probably carries it's own diesel generator!

[been_there]

Duv gets my vote...might just keep going to aka's first though

[cruza]

Duv gets my vote...might just keep going to aka's first though

Sounds like a plan , Prob just skip the little river regroup , then should be back at ducv' soon after the main group arrives for some food and bs .

Have to ask r/girl re ducati's K/P , many a happy time was had on the back of my old desmo:whistle::shifty:

[cruza]

It probably carries it's own diesel generator!

One of those 1000watt honda inverters would fit in the side box no worries.............. and bar stock the other side.:2thumbsup

[KiwiPhoenix]

Maybe you will have the pleasure of riding a Duc one day, if I let ya:innocent:............

Why thank you! I would wait till at least till I'm on my restricted, me don't want to break your shiny bike!!

[Iggy]

Why thank you! I would wait till at least till I'm on my restricted, me don't want to break your shiny bike!!

Nah you will be OK..... and I concure with your comments about your restricted so when you are ready...............:yes:

[KiwiPhoenix]

Nah you will be OK..... and I concure with your comments about your restricted so when you are ready...............:yes:

Only 2.5 months then!! Yeehaww!!

[Flip]

Then you can try the Hog out as well.

[Iggy]

Only 2.5 months then!! Yeehaww!!

:gob:.......I guess you will be counting the days then......:calm:

[neels]

Lmao!I have no experience riding with a pillionTake KP for a ride, she seems to know what she's doing


Sounds like a plan , Prob just skip the little river regroup , then should be back at ducv' soon after the main group arrives for some food and bs .I'm with you


Only 2.5 months then!! Yeehaww!!
Wait 'til you get your full, there's nothing like the 'I can ride whatever the fuck I like now' feeling (and although I may be old, it wasn't that long ago :shit:)

[E Ashmore]

The girls are very eager to come out riding with us next week....

Flip! Kendra would absolutely love to ride with you again if Mrs Flip would be OK with that?:2thumbsup

Would anyone please pillion Corine?(she survived on the back with Elliot last time....):banana::banana:

I don't mind taking someone on the back if they are brave enough, and if you need my jacket again i don't mind. Duva also gets my vote as i havn't been out for a ride in ages!!!!

[Hey wait for me!]

Duv gets my vote too and "Been there" i'm keen to wizz through to Aka then back to Duv for a bevy too :)

[Flip]

Hell don't you guys sleep?

[FJRider]

Take KP for a ride, she seems to know what she's doing



To Kopara ... and back, I kept forgetting she was there ... The odd helmet slap kept reminding me :lol:

[been_there]

Cool some company then. Maybe get us to group at BK, so we know whos coming through?
Missing the re-group we should end up at duv, just after the mad rush in the bar.....:apint:

[200BUSA]

Akaroa and back to Duv would be good.

[Mr Triple]

Cool some company then. Maybe get us to group at BK, so we know whos coming through?
Missing the re-group we should end up at duv, just after the mad rush in the bar.....:apint:

Sounds great, I am up for this too. Will even organise the 'little lady' to have a beer waiting for me! (Don't tell her I said that!) :nono::spanking::bash:

[Dave-]

I finish at 7 so I'll be along late.

[phoenixgtr]

Definitely will try to be there next week. Been busy as lately

[Subike]

If I can get my brakes working, the master cylinder is full of grunge, I'll be able to attend.
But this cold rain does not promote enthusiasm to get into the garage and do it
I could do with a blast

[fireliv]

Should be there if the bike is fixed. Not made a few of these lately so should be good!

[KiwiPhoenix]

Take KP for a ride, she seems to know what she's doing

Wait 'til you get your full, there's nothing like the 'I can ride whatever the fuck I like now' feeling (and although I may be old, it wasn't that long ago :shit:)

Why thank you Neels!! I'm looking forward to being able to ride the bikes I really want but shit scared at the same time!!


Hell don't you guys sleep?

Clearly not!! :rofl:


To Kopara ... and back, I kept forgetting she was there ... The odd helmet slap kept reminding me :lol:

Oh yeah!! :laugh: Amazing how quickly you get used to someones riding and learn what to do and when.

[FJRider]

Oh yeah!! :laugh: Amazing how quickly you get used to someones riding and learn what to do and when.

Perhaps ... slapping harder next time may help MY memory ... :lol:

[KiwiPhoenix]

Perhaps ... slapping harder next time may help MY memory ... :lol:

I'll remember that for next time!

[cruza]

Sounds great, I am up for this too. Will even organise the 'little lady' to have a beer waiting for me! (Don't tell her I said that!) :nono::spanking::bash:

:killingme

...waiting for th come back :corn:

[KiwiPhoenix]

Sounds great, I am up for this too. Will even organise the 'little lady' to have a beer waiting for me! (Don't tell her I said that!) :nono::spanking::bash:

Now what happens if 1. she decides that she isn't coming or 2. decides to do the whole run :laugh:

[Emlyn]

Sounds great, I am up for this too. Will even organise the 'little lady' to have a beer waiting for me! (Don't tell her I said that!) :nono::spanking::bash:

Hahaha!! Cheeky boy !! :lol::spanking: Bring on the day when I am the speedy and have to wait for you to arrive from the same distance ride! :) You better hope R1Madness and his crew have finished work on my bike by then cos I might end up on the back of your Tiger at this stage! :clap::Pokey: all that poking could be painful over such a distance :banana:

[KiwiPhoenix]

Hahaha!! Cheeky boy !! :lol::spanking: Bring on the day when I am the speedy and have to wait for you to arrive from the same distance ride! :) You better hope R1Madness and his crew have finished work on my bike by then cos I might end up on the back of your Tiger at this stage! :clap::Pokey: all that poking could be painful over such a distance :banana:

:clap:well done chick, you tell him!!

[Mr Triple]

Hahaha!! Cheeky boy !! :lol::spanking: Bring on the day when I am the speedy and have to wait for you to arrive from the same distance ride! :)



Mmmm well can't wait!! :)

[helenoftroy]

I don't mind taking someone on the back if they are brave enough, and if you need my jacket again i don't mind. Duva also gets my vote as i havn't been out for a ride in ages!!!!
Well hello stranger!!

Would be awesome to borrow your jacket again if thats OK?

Girls are looking forward to riding with us again very much!!:woohoo::rockon::niceone:

[Flip]

Looking forward to the Dev run on Wed.

KP you get your brakes fixed? I'm at home today if you need a hand.

[KiwiPhoenix]

Looking forward to the Dev run on Wed.

KP you get your brakes fixed? I'm at home today if you need a hand.

Thanks Flip, PM'd you!!

[Flip]

Cool. Trying to not be a pest, but some times I get bussy and are not around for a few days.

[KiwiPhoenix]

Cool. Trying to not be a pest, but some times I get bussy and are not around for a few days.

no worries, will definitely keep you posted!

[E Ashmore]

Well hello stranger!!

Would be awesome to borrow your jacket again if thats OK?

Girls are looking forward to riding with us again very much!!:woohoo::rockon::niceone:
yes yes i know i haven't been on here in a while. but im really keen for a ride this wednesday. il bring my jacket along on wednesday.

[Dave3362]

Will probably be available for pillion work if noone else does helen

[Footless]

Hi all
Just back from holiday, havent riden the "other woman" for two weeks!
All going well I will be there on Wednesday.
Havent forgotten my promise to take Roger on the back - punishment for being a dumb newbie sucker.

So as long as your not too scared of the big bad boule Roger see you Wed nite

[200BUSA]

Hope the weather was good up there Footless? See you Wed.

[Footless]

Hope the weather was good up there Footless? See you Wed.

Weather was better than here from what Im told.

What will you be riding?? still got the same bike???

[200BUSA]

On a TLR for now.

[Hey wait for me!]

Great ride out to the Waiau yesterday to pay our respects to Ewan! Awesome ride out there through the Greta!! Gotta love those twisties (poor wee bike) What a great bunch of people that rode with Siona! Siona did really well finishing the trip :)

[KiwiPhoenix]

Great ride out to the Waiau yesterday to pay our respects to Ewan! Awesome ride out there through the Greta!! Gotta love those twisties (poor wee bike) What a great bunch of people that rode with Siona! Siona did really well finishing the trip :)

Seona you are a wonderful lady, glad you finished the ride!! Would be wonderful to see you along to the Wed night rides again. Sorry I didn't make it along, was thinking of you!

[R1madness]

I will offer a ride if Corrine is keen on my Red Duc and I ride safely with pillons...........just ask Kiwiphoenix;)
But the only catch is.. I dont have spare gear for pillion :doh:....so just let me know if you are keen and will catch up.:rockon:

Hey Iggy and HOT, i can lend pillion gear for one of the ladies if needed.

[R1madness]

Thinkin i might leave the Goldie at the shop this week. But then again a 1500cc 6 cylinder sports bike sounds like fun... hmmmm Goldie or GSXR tough choice...

[Iggy]

Hey Iggy and HOT, i can lend pillion gear for one of the ladies if needed.

Cool mate will pass this on to HOT as I think we are sorted with gear so will let you know as to whats happening, cheers :niceone:

[helenoftroy]

Hey Iggy and HOT, i can lend pillion gear for one of the ladies if needed.

Thanks so much for the offer!.....but Ive got the girls sorted & Retro has dropped off helmets:2thumbsup

just dont laugh at yours truely in her race leathers on the trail bike !!:killingme

[Iggy]

Thanks so much for the offer!.....but Ive got the girls sorted & Retro has dropped off helmets:2thumbsup

Thats cool ......does Corine or whoever need to be picked up at home or shall I meet up at the Burger King as per usual?

just dont laugh at yours truely in her race leathers on the trail bike !!:killingme

:gob:..................ya never know hot it may catch on and start a new craze in trail bike fashion:innocent::laugh:

[helenoftroy]

Wot suits you better Iggy?

The girls will drive to Burger King,I live in St Albans if it suits better for you to swing by on your way......:scooter:

[Roger]

just dont laugh at yours truely in her race leathers on the trail bike !!:killingmephwooorr, I won't be laughing honey :drool:

[Iggy]

I will just meet up Burger King if thats ok ...so will see you all there, am looking forward to a nice cruise in the sun for a change!!!!!:rolleyes:

[Flip]

phwooorr, I won't be laughing honey :drool:

You behave yourself Rodger.

[sammcj]

Me and 3 - 4 other mates will be turning up this Wednesday for our first KB WNR!

Me on my 98' Katana 750 (Just changed from a GB600)
Jamie (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/member.php/25042-JKM) on a 88' GB400
Scott (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/member.php/27891-scottkircher) on a 90' CBR 400 RR (Just got it today)
And another Scott (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/member.php/28117-ScottChappell) on a 97' Katana 600 (Also just got it today!)
Also, Mark / Perv might be coming along on his mint 68' T120

See you at BK...

[Flip]

Well welcome.

Don't be a stranger even to the plonkers on Harleys, theres a whole range of bikes and skills on the WHR. Some fast some not so fast, but every one gets there and has fun doing so.

[JKM]

Me and 3 other mates will be turning up this Wednesday for our first KB WNR!

Me on my 98' Katana 750 (Just changed from a GB600)
Jamie on a 86' GB400
Scott on a 90' CBR 400 RR (Just got it today)
And another Scott on a 97' Katana 600 (Also just got it today!)

See you at BK...

Mine's an 88'! Jeez

[sammcj]

Mine's an 88'! Jeez
Dang, so used to writing 86' GB!


Don't be a stranger even to the plonkers on Harleys, theres a whole range of bikes and skills on the WHR. Some fast some not so fast, but every one gets there and has fun doing so.

Cheers, we will all be just chilling out, not planning on gunning it.

[stanleychung]

Well welcome.

Don't be a stranger even to the plonkers on Harleys, theres a whole range of bikes and skills on the WHR. Some fast some not so fast, but every one gets there and has fun doing so.

Welcome sammjc

As Flip said dont be a stranger, come say hello. I'm sure we will all do our best to make you and your friends welcome.

Although be really careful of this one guy that rides a Harley Road King with fish tail exhaust pipes. You gotta really watch out for him...hehehe :laugh:

only joking dont hurt me Flip :bash:

[Flip]

I was going to warn them about you know who, hint big R little odger.

[cruza]

I was going to warn them about you know who, hint big R little odger.

hot will be along soon to tell you off flip:whistle:

[fireliv]

Wont be along (again) I think my WNR card will be revoked soon for lack of use!

1. Bike still out of action
2. Sister having baby 2morrow.

Have fun guys!

[leopardskin]

yeah i'm gonna be another non-starter on Wed - off to AC/DC in Wellywood - crap excuse i know....

[Hey wait for me!]

You should be ashamed!! ;)

yeah i'm gonna be another non-starter on Wed - off to AC/DC in Wellywood - crap excuse i know....

[KiwiPhoenix]

Wont be along (again) I think my WNR card will be revoked soon for lack of use!

1. Bike still out of action
2. Sister having baby 2morrow.

Have fun guys!

Bugger about your bike Liv! Although you are getting a new niece or nephew tomorrow!! Congrats, let us know how she gets on and if you want any baby stuff, I have stuff here!

[KiwiPhoenix]

You should be ashamed!! ;)

Your only jealous!! :lol:

[gloplg]

Me and 3 - 4 other mates will be turning up this Wednesday for our first KB WNR!

Me on my 98' Katana 750 (Just changed from a GB600)
Jamie (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/member.php/25042-JKM) on a 88' GB400
Scott (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/member.php/27891-scottkircher) on a 90' CBR 400 RR (Just got it today)
And another Scott (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/member.php/28117-ScottChappell) on a 97' Katana 600 (Also just got it today!)
Also, Mark / Perv might be coming along on his mint 68' T120

See you at BK...

Be good to see you all. Come and make yourselves known to all. Especially the grey headed old fart on the blue GB400:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

[sammcj]

Looks like Scott on the CBR won't be able to make it, got to do fork seals on the new bike, they're pretty munched.

[KiwiPhoenix]

Be good to see you all. Come and make yourselves known to all. Especially the grey headed old fart on the blue GB400:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

Yeah, you'll have to speak up when you talk to him, he's alittle old!! :rofl:

[sammcj]

Be good to see you all. Come and make yourselves known to all. Especially the grey headed old fart on the blue GB400:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

Shame I don't still have my GB, would have been three of us.

[Subike]

Be good to see you all. Come and make yourselves known to all. Especially the grey headed old fart on the blue GB400:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

Bugger............now where did I put that hair dye

[cruza]

Bugger............now where did I put that hair dye

You coming ova to woodstock ?

[Footless]

Hey all,
Had to drive to Duvauchelle today, road is good, one patch of new seal on a 55k corner, well sign posted and most of the single is on the centre line.
Only other work is on the shoulders.
Weather forecast looks good so should be a great ride.

It seems Rodger is too scared :baby: to ride pillion, so there is a spare seat for anyone that has their own gear and is in need of a ride.

Message me if needed.
See ya all tomorrow

[gloplg]

Yeah, you'll have to speak up when you talk to him, he's alittle old!! :rofl:

Young Grasshopper:whistle::spanking:After I turn up my hearing I will have to have words.:D:D:laugh::laugh::rofl::rofl:

[cruza]

Hey all,
Had to drive to Duvauchelle today, road is good, one patch of new seal on a 55k corner, well sign posted and most of the single is on the centre line.
Only other work is on the shoulders.
Weather forecast looks good so should be a great ride.

It seems Rodger is too scared :baby: to ride pillion, so there is a spare seat for anyone that has their own gear and is in need of a ride.

Message me if needed.
See ya all tomorrow

Think I past you at some point. Went ova for a blat as well , You get drizzle from hill top? . Heaps of tin tops on the road for a week day . Almost like a sunday arvo.

[KiwiPhoenix]

Young Grasshopper:whistle::spanking:After I turn up my hearing I will have to have words.:D:D:laugh::laugh::rofl::rofl:

*whispers* Oh really!!! :rofl:

[helenoftroy]

Hey all,
Had to drive to Duvauchelle today, road is good, one patch of new seal on a 55k corner, well sign posted and most of the single is on the centre line.
Only other work is on the shoulders.
Weather forecast looks good so should be a great ride.

It seems Rodger is too scared :baby: to ride pillion, so there is a spare seat for anyone that has their own gear and is in need of a ride.

Message me if needed.
See ya all tomorrow

Good thing that Roger isnt turning up....needs his mouth washed out with soap!!:spanking:

[gloplg]

Shame I don't still have my GB, would have been three of us.

Would be nice to have some real motorbikes on WNR:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

[KiwiPhoenix]

Would be nice to have some real motorbikes on WNR:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

Cheeky!!

........

[gloplg]

*whispers* Oh really!!! :rofl:

Is your:scooter::scooter:back on the road yet or are you thumbing a lift again this week????:ride::ride:

[Subike]

You coming ova to woodstock ?

sadly no, I wish I was , but with the cost of moving back into town, touring rides and ralleys are going to be very limited this season. I am saving for the March Hare, but even that will be a struggle to get to.
As for WNR, now these I can attend now that I am living locally again, but only when the tight budjet allows.

Hey HOT, that roger seems to have your number, what you do to him?
And I still have that bottel of TQ awaiting the next AA night I can attend

[Footless]

Think I past you at some point. Went ova for a blat as well , You get drizzle from hill top? . Heaps of tin tops on the road for a week day . Almost like a sunday arvo.

Probably did - I was driving a 40' semi low loader with a digger on the back - going really really slow hehehehe

[Subike]

Would be nice to have some real motorbikes on WNR:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

they are there son, its just that Honda never built any real motor bikes

[Flip]

Would be nice to have some real motorbikes on WNR:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

Ones with kick starts.

[gloplg]

Ones with kick starts.

:2thumbsup:2thumbsupYou got it Flip!!! Is Mrs Flip coming this week????

[Flip]

:2thumbsup:2thumbsupYou got it Flip!!! Is Mrs Flip coming this week????

I will just check............................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. ..........No she says have fun without her this week.

[cruza]

Probably did - I was driving a 40' semi low loader with a digger on the back - going really really slow hehehehe

Duh didn't See "drive" . Saw a bike like yours on the road. You notice how busy it was?

[Footless]

Duh didn't See "drive" . Saw a bike like yours on the road. You notice how busy it was?

Yeah it was busy, I was holding up lots of tin tops, they were all over me like maggots hahahaha

[helenoftroy]

sadly no, I wish I was , but with the cost of moving back into town, touring rides and ralleys are going to be very limited this season. I am saving for the March Hare, but even that will be a struggle to get to.
As for WNR, now these I can attend now that I am living locally again, but only when the tight budjet allows.

Hey HOT, that roger seems to have your number, what you do to him?
And I still have that bottel of TQ awaiting the next AA night I can attend
Will be good to see you on the WNR again(still remember your first!)

So hope you can make the March Hare buddy!That tequilla will be well seasoned for the AA circle!!:msn-wink:

As for that Roger!his pick-up lines need a mamouth amount of work!!!:oi-grr:

[brp]

Ones with kick starts.

Alright to bring my xr650 then :) ? You boys and gals know where you cruising to tomorrow night yet ?

Cheers

[Roger]

As for that Roger!his pick-up lines need a mamouth amount of work!!!:oi-grr: Awww shucks Don't ya :love::love: me any more darling?

[timg]

Alright to bring my xr650 then :) ? You boys and gals know where you cruising to tomorrow night yet ?

Cheers Duvauchelle. Another real bike would be welcome :)

[brp]

Cheerzzz :Punk:

[b1unt3d]

Hello,

I am a Canadian that has been in NZ for about 3 weeks now. Made may way down to Christchurch from Auckland :) I am here on a 1 year working holiday visa, and was planning to buy a motorcycle and tour the country :P I might have to resort to buying a car though, as the bikes here seem to hold their value for a long .. looong time :P I am hopefully going to be able to make it out to your ride tomorrow, but I obviously don't have a vehicle, let alone a bike. What time do you guys usually arrive/leave?!

:)

[helenoftroy]

Hi blunt3d,geez you Canadians are multiplying!!

I have two lovely young ladies from Winnipeg staying with me atm,they are coming for a cruise with us tonight

Do you have gear by any chance?cause there are usually riders happy to pillion:woohoo:

Meet at Burger King Moorhouse Ave from 6pm for a 6.30 departure

[b1unt3d]

Hey,

I wish I had gear, unfortunately I do not. My backpack is already ridiculously oversized and heavy as it is without a helmet/leather! I am still somewhat hoping to buy a bike instead of a car.. but I am definitely going to wait until that happens to buy (hopefully cheaper, 2nd hand) gear. My money is already evaporating a lot quicker that I had planned :P

Thanks for the info, I will do my best to be there! It will be quite painful seeing all the bikes and not having one for the first time in years. But I had to sell mine to come here!! :)

[stanleychung]

Ones with kick starts.

Hey flip had my bandit in the shop yesterday they must have loaned me a "real" bike because it had a kick start too. ;)

[KiwiPhoenix]

Hey,

I wish I had gear, unfortunately I do not. My backpack is already ridiculously oversized and heavy as it is without a helmet/leather! I am still somewhat hoping to buy a bike instead of a car.. but I am definitely going to wait until that happens to buy (hopefully cheaper, 2nd hand) gear. My money is already evaporating a lot quicker that I had planned :P

Thanks for the info, I will do my best to be there! It will be quite painful seeing all the bikes and not having one for the first time in years. But I had to sell mine to come here!! :)

Hiya, LOL I know the feeling!! The first Wed night ride (had just got my licence that morning) turned up on the Wed night jealous as hell cause they all had bikes, I wanted to be out with them. The following week I had my bike and I haven't looked back!!

You should come along and say Hi!

[Iggy]

Hi Kiwipheonix!.....got your bike up and running?.... Have got another pillion riding with me this week from Hots crew:innocent:....be good to catch up with ya at the Burger King tonite:msn-wink:

[KiwiPhoenix]

Hi Kiwipheonix!.....got your bike up and running?.... Have got another pillion riding with me this week from Hots crew:innocent:....be good to catch up with ya at the Burger King tonite:msn-wink:

Hiya, nope bike still off the road, will be getting the pads at the end of the week and back on the road next week! Sorted out a seat for tonight (another bike to add to the growing collection) I really should write a list of all the bikes I have been on the back of!! Will do that in a blog.....

[Hey wait for me!]

Such a tart! I mean really Ba ha ha ha
Hiya, nope bike still off the road, will be getting the pads at the end of the week and back on the road next week! Sorted out a seat for tonight (another bike to add to the growing collection) I really should write a list of all the bikes I have been on the back of!! Will do that in a blog.....

[KiwiPhoenix]

Such a tart! I mean really Ba ha ha ha

:rofl: yeah I am! Hence the nickname "bike whore" I don't care as I get to sort of ride all these bikes, gives me a chance to find out what they are like without actually having to buy them or ride them (wouldn't want to drop the bikes, done that to my bike often enough!)

Don't worry, you're next!! :laugh:

[Iggy]

:rofl: yeah I am! Hence the nickname "bike whore" I don't care as I get to sort of ride all these bikes, gives me a chance to find out what they are like without actually having to buy them or ride them (wouldn't want to drop the bikes, done that to my bike often enough!)

Don't worry, you're next!! :laugh:

Better watch out Hey wait for me!!...... Kiwiphoenix loves it when you give your bike a quick blast :bash::laugh:......anyhow who are you riding with this week KP?

[KiwiPhoenix]

Better watch out Hey wait for me!!...... Kiwiphoenix loves it when you give your bike a quick blast :bash::laugh:......anyhow who are you riding with this week KP?

:rofl: you just like the cuddles!!! As for who I am riding, I have the pleasure of co-piloting a Boulevard M109R tonight :woohoo:

[sammcj]

Anyone got a google map of tonights ride?

[KiwiPhoenix]

Anyone got a google map of tonights ride?

Not sure of the route, but it's usually leave the carpark, regroup at Halswell, through Old Tai Tapu, re group in Little River and then onto Duv.

We'll know for sure tonight before setting off!

[sammcj]

Not sure of the route, but it's usually leave the carpark, regroup at Halswell, through Old Tai Tapu, re group in Little River and then onto Duv.
We'll know for sure tonight before setting off!

Sweet as, hopefully the weather holds out!

[KiwiPhoenix]

Sweet as, hopefully the weather holds out!

Fingers crossed!

[gloplg]

Hey flip had my bandit in the shop yesterday they must have loaned me a "real" bike because it had a kick start too. ;)

Hey Stanley, now you have ridden a real bike.:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

Are we going to see you tonight on your regular bike???

[phoenixgtr]

Try this (http://maps.google.co.nz/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=359+Moorhouse+Ave,+Christchurch,+8011&daddr=-43.54298,172.642679+to:Sparks+Rd+to:Duvauchelle&geocode=FSOjZ_0dc09KCimtULlZGYoxbTEFJSE_T0xpnw%3B% 3BFaozZ_0dDJlJCg%3BFfJrZP0d98JOCilpTH6pPM0zbTFUBAq E5XIXlg&hl=en&mra=dpe&mrcr=0&mrsp=1&sz=15&via=1,2&sll=-43.544349,172.645211&sspn=0.015553,0.027509&safe=active&ie=UTF8&ll=-43.667872,172.806702&spn=0.496688,0.88028&z=10)

[sammcj]

I think that link is a big borked - or is it just me?

[Iggy]

:rofl: you just like the cuddles!!! As for who I am riding, I have the pleasure of co-piloting a Boulevard M109R tonight :woohoo:

Tis comfortable:yes:..............A boulavard...another big grunta.........you have taste:bleh::msn-wink:

[KiwiPhoenix]

I think that link is a big borked - or is it just me?

Works for me!


Tis comfortable:yes:..............A boulavard...another big grunta.........you have taste:bleh::msn-wink:

Why thank you!! :laugh:

[KiwiPhoenix]

Ok, just had to post!!

This is my 500th post!! :woohoo:

[gloplg]

Ok, just had to post!!

This is my 500th post!! :woohoo:

And you know what that means!!!!!!!

You are responsible for about a quarter of all the posts on this thread. Must be a :first::first::rolleyes::rolleyes:All that scots mist:yeah::yeah::rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl:

[FJRider]

And you know what that means!!!!!!!

You are responsible for about a quarter of all the posts on this thread. Must be a :first::first::rolleyes::rolleyes:All that scots mist:yeah::yeah::rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl:

NO .... just all that Scotch ... and just loves to talk ..

[McWild]

Hey guys, I had an EPIC ride there and back.

Thanks for the company and the sendoff.



Especially the sendoff. Gary you utter, utter bastard :lol:

Hope the hill smelled good to you all at least!

[gloplg]

Hey guys, I had an EPIC ride there and back.

Thanks for the company and the sendoff.



Especially the sendoff. Gary you utter, utter bastard :lol:

Hope the hill smelled good to you all at least!

Andrew!!!!!! Don't you know the truth hurts!!!!

Anyway great turnout tonight tonight folks 50 or 51 bikes at BK. Thanks to Ian for leading again.

[been_there]

Good to see some new faces..
Had blast on the way home.
Hey wait for me, man you really push that 250 along .... hehehe

[Paulus]

What was with the guy in the white Evo heading over? That is some of the most dangerous (to bikes) driving I have ever seen. When he went through Little River he tooted and waved out too. :eek5:

[Hey wait for me!]

Yeah mate wicked ride there and back!! poor wee bike ;) Great sweeping twisties to lean into and power out of! The sound of the Ducati 1098 ringing in my ears was bliss too!! Awesome turn out of people tonight some beautiful bikes!! Looking forward to next weeks ride already lol bring it on!
Good to see some new faces..
Had blast on the way home.
Hey wait for me, man you really push that 250 along .... hehehe

[KiwiPhoenix]

And you know what that means!!!!!!!

You are responsible for about a quarter of all the posts on this thread. Must be a :first::first::rolleyes::rolleyes:All that scots mist:yeah::yeah::rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl:

And your point being?? :rofl:


NO .... just all that Scotch ... and just loves to talk ..

And don't you forget it!! :bleh: :rofl:

Awesome ride tonight!! Footless, your bike is awesome. Thank you again for letting this young grasshopper on the back!!

[Dave-]

I needed that.

I hope mr triple and co didnt worry that I dropped off.

I stopped to put my sunies on at little river, thinking the sun would be low.

by the time the next group of bikes (dude on the storm trooper tl1000 and a cruiser) I started off and found I couldnt see anything, so while riding and taking corners I took my sunnies of and tried hooking them onto various parts of my leathers, after almost losing them twice I managed to unzip my leathers, tuck them inside then zip them back up.

was luls.

[KiwiPhoenix]

Was that you I waved at the Halswell lights??

[FJRider]

And don't you forget it!! :bleh: :rofl:



I canae do that ... as try as I might ... :dodge:

The lilt of a true scot is music to the ears of many ... me being one ... :whistle:

[KiwiPhoenix]

I canae do that ... as try as I might ... :dodge:

The lilt of a true scot is music to the ears of many ... me being one ... :whistle:

Thankie ye!

[sammcj]

What was with the guy in the white Evo heading over? That is some of the most dangerous (to bikes) driving I have ever seen. When he went through Little River he tooted and waved out too. :eek5:

He scared the shit outta me, pulled up and drove next to me next to me at 1*0KM/h - I pulled the finger at him!

Had a GREAT time, especially the ride back, was bloody amazing to be up there with the big bikes!

[Subike]

Thanks for the ride peoples,
I had so much fun on that hill, up and down both ways,
I now have to pick the bugs out of my hair, hit a swarm comming into little river, my visor was partialy open ....tast fruggin horrid!

[phoenixgtr]

Damn it...I didn't make it again. I was too busy meeting my new Nephew for the first time. Sounds like you all had a good ride

[Hey wait for me!]

Those bugs are just nasty through little river area! When ever i ride through that way now i always bring my spare visor. I come home through there on one of the Wednesday rides and had my tinted visor and it was getting dark, i rode straight through a swarm of bugs and my visor just went black!!! JESUS WHERES THE ROAD??!!! so spare clear visor always in my bag now lol
Thanks for the ride peoples,
I had so much fun on that hill, up and down both ways,
I now have to pick the bugs out of my hair, hit a swarm comming into little river, my visor was partialy open ....tast fruggin horrid!

[Flip]

What a great ride tonight I had a blast.

I have just finished washing the bike, going to find a shower now as I was wearing my open face lid. I do have a very nice full face but well its just not the same even taking the bugs into account.

Just keep away from dick heads in cars, the boi racers dont give a shit about other road users, you will always come off second best if you tangle with them and they are still dick heads (OK I hate boi racers rant over)

[Retroqueen]

Enjoyed my ride tonight folks. lovely turn out.
Most of you will have noticed I was riding at an unusually sedate speed for me but that's because young GEforce is under my old duck's wing and wanted some refreshers on cornering.
We did have a nasty experience on the way over the hill and those who saw my blood boiling when we arrived at duvauchelles' will be glad to hear that I actually took the bull by the horns.
The driver who was tailgating Young GEF had a personalised number plate so it was easy to remember and I *555'ed when i got home.
An official complaint has been laid for
1) tailgating
2) stopping in the middle of the road to verbally abuse us after we had pulled over to allow him to pass.

I was just so angry that he would stop in the road and abuse us for going too slow when an L plate is clearly visible. Just no need, no need at all.

rant over I feel better now and it was a lovely night for a ride!!

[Flip]

If anybody else saw RQ's incident please also report it to *555. The rozza are a lot more likely to act on a multiple complaint.

[Retroqueen]

If anybody else saw RQ's incident please also report it to *555. The rozza are a lot more likely to act on a multiple complaint.

Thanks Flip but we were the tailender's. Was just the young lad, my young Matt and myself and the nasty nasty rude man in the cage ( that was tame RQ) on the road at the time.
Just so so glad another vehicle didn't come flying round the corner while he was stopped in the middle of the road cause I wouldn't be typing to ya now!!

[Dave-]

haha, ashmore will remember that audi that tangled with us this one time we had a very green learner rider with us on the hill.

[maxf]

it was a lovely night for a ride!!

seconded, and don't mind running interference for any learners; good chance for me to practice some lines & countersteering (as long as they don't freak at the old geezer with the huge headlight, too).

I also hope this isn't becoming a WNR tradition to involve the thin blue line... me with my "swervy lady" last week, you with your "uncouth youth" this...

[h211]

What was with the guy in the white Evo heading over? That is some of the most dangerous (to bikes) driving I have ever seen. When he went through Little River he tooted and waved out too. :eek5:

That fukwit had the plate DNF336 if its worth calling *555 about. Last time I called I got told to use the net to do it? :s

[laRIKin]

I now have to pick the bugs out of my hair, hit a swarm comming into little river, my visor was partialy open ....tast fruggin horrid!


Those bugs are just nasty through little river area! When ever i ride through that way now i always bring my spare visor.


I have just finished washing the bike, going to find a shower now as I was wearing my open face lid. I do have a very nice full face but well its just not the same even taking the bugs into account.

Yeah a great wee ride all right and I think I have the bike 99%sorted.
Just need a bigger can of ground clearance.:shit:

And those darn bugs, they even got in to my googles.
I had one or two flying around in there.
And I for got now hard they feel, when you hit them at speed.
Still fun tho and so much free-er.

[sammcj]

That fukwit had the plate DNF336 if its worth calling *555 about. Last time I called I got told to use the net to do it? :s

Report him here, I have:

https://forms.police.govt.nz/forms/online-community-roadwatch-report/9

The more people that report him, the more likely he will be 'talked to'

[been_there]

Yeah mate wicked ride there and back!! poor wee bike ;) Great sweeping twisties to lean into and power out of! The sound of the Ducati 1098 ringing in my ears was bliss too!!

I thought it was you at first!! as I only quickly looked back...and thought geez he's keeping up alright, I'll see if he can go faster.....
Then had another look.

RQ good on ya for keeping it together!! Better than what I could of done. :bash:

From the front saw that white car in the pack on the way there, kind of glad I keeped going.

Next week is my last wed nite ride...:(

[KiwiPhoenix]

Hey guys, I had an EPIC ride there and back.

Good to see you back on the road!!


Thanks for the ride peoples,
I had so much fun on that hill, up and down both ways,
I now have to pick the bugs out of my hair, hit a swarm comming into little river, my visor was partialy open ....tast fruggin horrid!

Eughhhh! At least you got some protein!


Damn it...I didn't make it again. I was too busy meeting my new Nephew for the first time. Sounds like you all had a good ride

Congrats on the birth of your nephew!!!


What a great ride tonight I had a blast.

I have just finished washing the bike, going to find a shower now as I was wearing my open face lid. I do have a very nice full face but well its just not the same even taking the bugs into account.

I can only imagine what it would be like for you :rofl:


seconded, and don't mind running interference for any learners; good chance for me to practice some lines & countersteering (as long as they don't freak at the old geezer with the huge headlight, too).

I agree, it is a really good chance to learn!


And those darn bugs, they even got in to my googles.
I had one or two flying around in there.
And I for got now hard they feel, when you hit them at speed.
Still fun tho and so much free-er.

I can just imagine these wee flies in your googles. :lol:


Next week is my last wed nite ride...:(

How come? you not love us anymore?? :laugh:

[neels]

Lovely night for a ride last night, what a lot of people out :clap:

Stopped briefly at little river to let the green truck get out of the way and then carried on. Caught up to a white mazda that came to almost a complete stop for the left hander at the bottom of the last little hill over to duv. Yikes. Brakes. Then he pulled left at the interesection at the top, I was about to go past then realised as he pulled right again that he wasn't letting me go he'd just missed the corner. Yikes. Brakes. So passed as soon as i could outside the pub, carried on to akaroa & got hassled by the wife for managing to ride through at exactly the time the bikini clad girls were walking down the street.

Didn't have any problems with being held up by the l-plater and her attendant on the way home;). I have a healthy collection of bugs on the visor of my new helmet. I like new visor, I can actually see where I'm going when I turn into the sun now :blink:

[KiwiPhoenix]

carried on to akaroa & got hassled by the wife for managing to ride through at exactly the time the bikini clad girls were walking down the street.



Now I know that you being a gentlemen never gave them a second glance! :laugh:

[helenoftroy]

Cant believe how many bikes are turning up!over 50 last night! thats awesome & really hope any new guys really enjoyed the night

I had a blast on the mighty DR,really enjoyed following Subike on the XJ over the hill & I had Bikke on the big black Suzi on my tail:woohoo:

3 very excited girls that had a great evening...thank you so much Iggy Flip & Casualty
....and EAshmore(Elliot)for turning up bikeless with a jacket for Kendra:hug:

Only downside is hearing bout the stupidity of some drivers....good on you for reporting him RQ

[gloplg]

Glad everyone got home safe!!!:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

Shame about the dickheads last night RQ. You handled that superbly.:clap::clap:
:angry2::angry2:I would like to lock all of them up on an island where they can play "bumper cars" with each other.:bash::bash:

Garry's rant over.

Where are we off to next week???.....................Greta Valley???

[Iggy]

Cant believe how many bikes are turning up!over 50 last night! thats awesome & really hope any new guys really enjoyed the night

I had a blast on the mighty DR,really enjoyed following Subike on the XJ over the hill & I had Bikke on the big black Suzi on my tail:woohoo:

3 very excited girls that had a great evening...thank you so much Iggy Flip & Casualty
....and EAshmore(Elliot)for turning up bikeless with a jacket for Kendra:hug:

Only downside is hearing bout the stupidity of some drivers....good on you for reporting him RQ

Was a great evening, Corine was very well behaved on the back, was her protector from all those friggin bugs:dodge::laugh:

[gloplg]

Lovely night for a ride last night, what a lot of people out :clap:

Stopped briefly at little river to let the green truck get out of the way and then carried on. Caught up to a white mazda that came to almost a complete stop for the left hander at the bottom of the last little hill over to duv. Yikes. Brakes. Then he pulled left at the interesection at the top, I was about to go past then realised as he pulled right again that he wasn't letting me go he'd just missed the corner. Yikes. Brakes. So passed as soon as i could outside the pub, carried on to akaroa & got hassled by the wife for managing to ride through at exactly the time the bikini clad girls were walking down the street.

Didn't have any problems with being held up by the l-plater and her attendant on the way home;). I have a healthy collection of bugs on the visor of my new helmet. I like new visor, I can actually see where I'm going when I turn into the sun now :blink:

HI Neels please share your secret about your new visor.

When I turn into the sun with mine I tend to blinded with sunstrike.

My riding is so bad I need all the help I can get!!!!

[Iggy]

Glad everyone got home safe!!!:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

Shame about the dickheads last night RQ. You handled that superbly.:clap::clap:
:angry2::angry2:I would like to lock all of them up on an island where they can play "bumper cars" with each other.:bash::bash:

Garry's rant over.

Where are we off to next week???.....................Greta Valley???

Greta Valley Sounds cool :yes:............havent had a ride out there for ages

[neels]

HI Neels please share your secret about your new visor.

When I turn into the sun with mine I tend to blinded with sunstrike.

My riding is so bad I need all the help I can get!!!!
No secret, just a new helmet with a new visor that doesn't have 20+ years of scratches on it, the sun is still there it just doesn't get scattered in a million directions and completely blind me.

[sammcj]

I'm suprised only one person hit me up for wearing a ducati jacket on my katana :P

[Hey wait for me!]

Its a real shame to hear that the idiot in the white car caused so much chaos! It only takes one eh, glad he's being reported. The fact that there is a bloody great yellow L plate on the back of the bike of course obviously didn't mean a thing to him! Ya know with his number plate ya can get an address and "I know people..good people :angry:" lol We could have 50 bikes turn up outside his house. We could have Retrogirl lead the pack, she's a bouncer eh Retrogirl :msn-wink::chase:

[KiwiPhoenix]

We could have Retrogirl lead the pack, she's a bouncer eh Retrogirl :msn-wink::chase:

:rofl: That I would pay to see!! Payback after last nights comment RQ!!!!! :bleh:

[Hey wait for me!]

Hey yeah been there whys it ya last ride mate?? Will get ya cell number if ya keen for some weekend longer rides?
I thought it was you at first!! as I only quickly looked back...and thought geez he's keeping up alright, I'll see if he can go faster.....
Then had another look.

RQ good on ya for keeping it together!! Better than what I could of done. :bash:

From the front saw that white car in the pack on the way there, kind of glad I keeped going.

Next week is my last wed nite ride...:(

[KiwiPhoenix]

Greta Valley Sounds cool :yes:............havent had a ride out there for ages

Sounds good to me!!

[Hey wait for me!]

You bring the popcorn and i'll bring the Tangy fruits and on with the show!! lol
:rofl: That I would pay to see!! Payback after last nights comment RQ!!!!! :bleh:

[KiwiPhoenix]

You bring the popcorn and i'll bring the Tangy fruits and on with the show!! lol

Deal!! :laugh:

[Hey wait for me!]

Yeah yeah Greta valley! I went up through there last week and its such a great ride through there, although there is a bit of road works through there so a keen eye is needed for the shingle on some of the corners. For those who are going into the corners a bit hot (Thats for the 1940's Harley riders in the pack, if there is one?? ahem...:lol:) The Kings of the road or something like that:msn-wink:

[KiwiPhoenix]

Thanks for the heads up, would help if someone passes through there this weekend, jump on and give us an update!

[helenoftroy]

I'm suprised only one person hit me up for wearing a ducati jacket on my katana :P

Lol ! that was me !

Nice jacket !!:msn-wink:

[KiwiPhoenix]

Lol ! that was me !

Nice jacket !!:msn-wink:

Only cause you wanted it HoT! :laugh:

[sammcj]

Lol ! that was me !

Nice jacket !!:msn-wink:

All I have to do is get the bike to suit... *sigh* one day!


Only cause you wanted it HoT! :laugh:

Oh come onnnnnnnn! hahah

[Iggy]

Sounds good to me!!

But thats if you have your trusty Kwaka back on the road by next week or you will have to be a "bike whore" once again................now where is that list again and counting:bleh::laugh:

[KiwiPhoenix]

But thats if you have your trusty Kwaka back on the road by next week or you will have to be a "bike whore" once again................now where is that list again and counting:bleh::laugh:

I should, but who knows, got a rep to protect! :laugh: Now, who's next.......?????

[been_there]

Hey yeah been there whys it ya last ride mate?? Will get ya cell number if ya keen for some weekend longer rides?


How come? you not love us anymore?? :laugh:

LOL Bloody Polytech courses start on the 10th Feb which is a wed nite till June!!! So will be able to hear you lot go.....

[KiwiPhoenix]

LOL Bloody Polytech courses start on the 10th Feb which is a wed nite till June!!! So will be able to hear you lot go.....

We'll give you a toot on the way past! :bleh:

[Iggy]

We'll give you a toot on the way past! :bleh:

Shush.....................he's trying to study!:whistle::laugh:

[sammcj]

Don't even talk to me about study, I'm meant to be at course every wednesday 6-10pm.:crybaby:

[Iggy]

Oh bugger...........at least you have weekend rides right?:)

[helenoftroy]

Was a great evening, Corine was very well behaved on the back, was her protector from all those friggin bugs:dodge::laugh:

Corine thought she was chatting to you at the pub Iggy,& offering to buy you a beer......

Only it wasnt you but another guy in a red T shirt(Timg??):Oops:

Shes mortified at her "blonde moment"!!....so whoever it was.... hope you enjoyed the random offer!!:blip:

[sammcj]

Oh bugger...........at least you have weekend rides right?:)

Well, I've just contacted my place of study and have organised to change my study day to tuesday evening, kind of dodgy but should work...
Not like I've been assed studying recently anyhoo, too many distractions ;)

[Hey wait for me!]

Gee really, i didn't know that Polytech was teaching safe cracking? who would have thought? ;)
LOL Bloody Polytech courses start on the 10th Feb which is a wed nite till June!!! So will be able to hear you lot go.....

[been_there]

Gee really, i didn't know that Polytech was teaching safe cracking? who would have thought? ;)

I wish they did...then I could give up my fulltime job.
My cell number is in my profile.

Darn course is from 5 - 9pm, but at least for Maintenance evenings will be able to drop in at the FnC for a beve

[stanleychung]

Hey Stanley, now you have ridden a real bike.:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

Are we going to see you tonight on your regular bike???

Sorry GP, I'll miss this one I'll try for next week, I took my dad and my other SV toting friend over to diamond harbour instead. I had just made some adjustments to the rear suspension and was wanting a certain series of corners to see how they went. Result...very good indeed.

[Iggy]

Corine thought she was chatting to you at the pub Iggy,& offering to buy you a beer......

Only it wasnt you but another guy in a red T shirt(Timg??):Oops:

Shes mortified at her "blonde moment"!!....so whoever it was.... hope you enjoyed the random offer!!:blip:

:laugh:well Corine did offer me a beer but I had already purchased a beer so said maybe next time..........then if it was Timg??? he must have thought..............some Blondie fancies me:drool:
Tell Corine alls forgiven............she will have to make it up to me next time and :beer:

[Iggy]

Well, I've just contacted my place of study and have organised to change my study day to tuesday evening, kind of dodgy but should work...
Not like I've been assed studying recently anyhoo, too many distractions ;)

Where theres a will.........theres a way:niceone:

[Retroqueen]

I We could have Retrogirl lead the pack, she's a bouncer eh Retrogirl :msn-wink::chase:

Bouncer!!!! what on earth are you suggesting:eek: Oh and don't ya love they way he calls me girl!!!:msn-wink::msn-wink:

[cruza]

Glad everyone home safe.westpac chopper flew over my house heading port hills ten minutes after getting home , always think the worst. Had a close call with a white car on way back from akar's, cut the corner being idiot's, Same one? . That why I rode behind rumgirl for her first few months , Arsesoles think it's real fun to "scare" a learner , and need a gentle reminder, had to do it twice on the way back from pissed pen' rally , last year.
Nice to see a good turn out

[Hey wait for me!]

Careful now ya might make me wet me seat, speaking of which, hey Kiwiphoenix how did ya enjoy ya ride on the big Boule?? ;)
Bouncer!!!! what on earth are you suggesting:eek: Oh and don't ya love they way he calls me girl!!!:msn-wink::msn-wink:

[gloplg]

Sorry GP, I'll miss this one I'll try for next week, I took my dad and my other SV toting friend over to diamond harbour instead. I had just made some adjustments to the rear suspension and was wanting a certain series of corners to see how they went. Result...very good indeed.

You realise Stanley that this absence of yours has been noted and duly recorded. A note of absence will be required:rofl::rofl: when we see you next.

See you nexr week. Keep:ride::ride:safely now

[timg]

Corine thought she was chatting to you at the pub Iggy,& offering to buy you a beer......

Only it wasnt you but another guy in a red T shirt(Timg??):Oops:

Shes mortified at her "blonde moment"!!....so whoever it was.... hope you enjoyed the random offer!!:blip: Nup, had to buy my own beer :(

[KiwiPhoenix]

Careful now ya might make me wet me seat, speaking of which, hey Kiwiphoenix how did ya enjoy ya ride on the big Boule?? ;)

:rofl: It was awesome!! You cheeky buggers!

[KiwiPhoenix]

Nup, had to buy my own beer :(

You'll just have to take someone on the back of your bike!

[timg]

You'll just have to take someone on the back of your bike! Wonder who? :whistle:

[KiwiPhoenix]

Wonder who? :whistle:

Wouldn't know!! :whistle:

[Hey wait for me!]

Hey by any chance does anyone have a spare single tent i could possibly borrow for the Woodstock rally? I would need to pick it up during the day tomorrow though, please? My cell number is 0274478007 if ya want to drop me a text

[Footless]

Careful now ya might make me wet me seat, speaking of which, hey Kiwiphoenix how did ya enjoy ya ride on the big Boule?? ;)

The good thing about a boule - cant hear the screams - Well I didnt hear any!
Didnt check the seat :shit:

[200BUSA]

Didnt check the seat :shit:

Spray n wipe.

[Iggy]

The good thing about a boule - cant hear the screams - Well I didnt hear any!
Didnt check the seat :shit:

A wee birdie tells me that she was too busy hanging on to her helmet from flyin off!!!:shutup::laugh:

[sammcj]

Tell me, who was the fellow with the helmet cam? - I'd be keen to get hold of some footage.

[Footless]

A wee birdie tells me that she was too busy hanging on to her helmet from flyin off!!!:shutup::laugh:

Ya gotta do the strap up properly 1*0kph they start to lift just a little :shifty:

Thats why they invented them :slap:

[Hey wait for me!]

How's it, the dudes name on here is Peeteey, nice bloke, just private message him mate i'm sure he wouldn't mind :)
Tell me, who was the fellow with the helmet cam? - I'd be keen to get hold of some footage.

[Peeteey]

Tell me, who was the fellow with the helmet cam? - I'd be keen to get hold of some footage.

Hey mate, just PM'd you back. All the vids I make go up on my youtube page. I think I got you on camera somewhere, can't remember if it's in the video tho, I had to trim 1hr 40mins video down to under 10mins for YT! :)

www.youtube.com/peeteey

See y'all next week.

Oh, how was the ride to Akaroa? I stopped at Little River as I was feeling a bit dizzy, more than usual I should say.

[Peeteey]

Got two new vids up, you should all see a few familiar faces, and some weirdos too :)

Oxford vid coming soon, if I can stop the computer being a bitch. Now that the wife's out of the country I have more time for editing.

[sammcj]

Got two new vids up, you should all see a few familiar faces, and some weirdos too :)

Oxford vid coming soon, if I can stop the computer being a bitch. Now that the wife's out of the country I have more time for editing.

Fantastic, Thanks Peeteey, nice to meet you also!

[helglen]

Are these rides still happening or any comeing up??? :)

[imdying]

Are these rides still happening or any comeing up??? :)Nope, all the activity in this thread and the talk about last weeks ride etc, is just a clever smoke screen to confuse you ;-)


Details in first post still apply :yes:

[phoenixgtr]

Are these rides still happening or any comeing up??? :)

Every week until daylight savings ends mate (Easter)

[Peeteey]

Fantastic, Thanks Peeteey, nice to meet you also!

Likewise man. Such a nice bunch of peeps on these rides. :)

I was thinking, I have 3 other cameras that can be mounted to bikes in various ways.

I can mount one as a helmet cam (see: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KcJqEFjywMo )
and one can be clamped onto just about anywhere (see http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GL05RQheUjo )
Or all but the one with the wide lens on it can be clamped.

If anyone is keen to give one a go for some extra footage, or just to record your own thing on these rides, let me know and I'll try to find enough batteries.

oops, just remembered. The wife is on holiday and has all the SD cards so will have to wait three weeks before we can use them if you're keen, unless someone has some spare 2gb SD cards lying around ;)

Anyhoo, see you Wednesday.

[Subike]

Hey mate, just PM'd you back. All the vids I make go up on my youtube page. I think I got you on camera somewhere, can't remember if it's in the video tho, I had to trim 1hr 40mins video down to under 10mins for YT! :) .

Great vid there PeeTeey, some really good shots of my XS in that lot.
Its the fist time I have seen your bike, nice, mate nice.

[McWild]

Likewise man. Such a nice bunch of peeps on these rides. :)

I was thinking, I have 3 other cameras that can be mounted to bikes in various ways.

I can mount one as a helmet cam (see: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KcJqEFjywMo )
and one can be clamped onto just about anywhere (see http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GL05RQheUjo )
Or all but the one with the wide lens on it can be clamped.

If anyone is keen to give one a go for some extra footage, or just to record your own thing on these rides, let me know and I'll try to find enough batteries.

oops, just remembered. The wife is on holiday and has all the SD cards so will have to wait three weeks before we can use them if you're keen, unless someone has some spare 2gb SD cards lying around ;)

Anyhoo, see you Wednesday.


Or you could use all three and start producing your own GhostRider videos.

[sammcj]

Or you could use all three and start producing your own GhostRider videos.
Good plan :P
I've got those dvds if anyones after them.

[KiwiPhoenix]

Ya gotta do the strap up properly 1*0kph they start to lift just a little :shifty:

Thats why they invented them :slap:

It was done up! :rofl: My helmet is still fairly new, less than a year old so any lift was coming from the bike nearly taking off!!


Got two new vids up, you should all see a few familiar faces, and some weirdos too :)

Oxford vid coming soon, if I can stop the computer being a bitch. Now that the wife's out of the country I have more time for editing.

I'm sure you miss her!! I'll give you a DVD next week as promised for the video.

[Dave3362]

:rofl: yeah I am! Hence the nickname "bike whore" I don't care as I get to sort of ride all these bikes, gives me a chance to find out what they are like without actually having to buy them or ride them (wouldn't want to drop the bikes, done that to my bike often enough!)

Don't worry, you're next!! :laugh:

hey kiwi.. you aint been on the fj yet.. so you dont know that one

[KiwiPhoenix]

hey kiwi.. you aint been on the fj yet.. so you dont know that one

Not your FJ, but another FJ (FJRiders bike)

[gloplg]

Got two new vids up, you should all see a few familiar faces, and some weirdos too :)

Oxford vid coming soon, if I can stop the computer being a bitch. Now that the wife's out of the country I have more time for editing.

Hi Peeteey I've just watched your video on Utube twice it looked better each time. :2thumbsup:2thumbsup Thanks very much for sharing it with us. I would like to have a copy if that is possible please.

[Peeteey]

Or you could use all three and start producing your own GhostRider videos.


Hee hee, yep, tried that. The problem is battery life. Got some good results tho, had moderate success with 2 cams.

Another thing is I don't wanna make Ghost Rider feel bad once he sees my awesome skills! :gob:

[Flip]

Thanks for positng the video. Looking forward to showing it at work.

[Flip]

Are these rides still happening or any comeing up??? :)

Yes they sure are. Every Wednesday meet at burger king morehouse ave at 6. Think we are going up the Leda valley this week.

[gloplg]

Likewise man. Such a nice bunch of peeps on these rides. :)

I was thinking, I have 3 other cameras that can be mounted to bikes in various ways.

I can mount one as a helmet cam (see: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KcJqEFjywMo )
and one can be clamped onto just about anywhere (see http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GL05RQheUjo )
Or all but the one with the wide lens on it can be clamped.

If anyone is keen to give one a go for some extra footage, or just to record your own thing on these rides, let me know and I'll try to find enough batteries.

oops, just remembered. The wife is on holiday and has all the SD cards so will have to wait three weeks before we can use them if you're keen, unless someone has some spare 2gb SD cards lying around ;)

Anyhoo, see you Wednesday.

Hi I am interested. Might even be able to come up with some sd cards. Your vids look great.

[Flip]

OK whats a sd card? a secure digital camera card? I have a real mental block about these sorts of things. I am a real hit it with a hammer, black powder kind of guy.

I think I have a 1gig one.

[Peeteey]

OK whats a sd card? a secure digital camera card? I have a real mental block about these sorts of things. I am a real hit it with a hammer, black powder kind of guy.

I think I have a 1gig one.

Hitting black powder with a hammer sounds like fun. I imagine it's one of those things that you only do once ...

Yep, SD = Secure Digital. A 1gb card will get you about 30 mins recording time I think ...

[Peeteey]

Hi I am interested. Might even be able to come up with some sd cards. Your vids look great.

Cheers man, that's what it's all about! Good news with the SD cards, 2gb is the best option if there's a choice as the cameras don't take anything bigger. Should get us about 1 hr recording time, depending on batteries, maybe a bit less ...

[Peeteey]

Hi all, Oxford ride is up! :Punk:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tQTNi2r6soo

Man it's hard editing almost 2 hrs of footage down to under 10 mins ... :done:

[fireliv]

If my bike is back and I can tear myself away from my new nephew should be there this week! YAY!!!

[Iggy]

Hi all, Oxford ride is up! :Punk:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tQTNi2r6soo

Man it's hard editing almost 2 hrs of footage down to under 10 mins ... :done:

Hey mate thats me (Iggy & KiwiPheonix) you were following, the Red Ducati!!!!..... Had no idea we were being followed with camera.................
all I can say is thank you for our 10 minutes of fame....:2thumbsup......must say that my riding was OK:whistle:
Well done Peeteey........awesome shots:yes:

[gloplg]

Cheers man, that's what it's all about! Good news with the SD cards, 2gb is the best option if there's a choice as the cameras don't take anything bigger. Should get us about 1 hr recording time, depending on batteries, maybe a bit less ...

Just viewed the Oxford clip, looks great!!:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

I take it that the sd cards are bog standard everyday sd type cards??

[Peeteey]

Had no idea we were being followed with camera.................

Well, I did have to edit out all the wheelies you were doing ;)

I've noticed a trend. So far, Kiwiphoenix seems to be on the back of every bike I follow! :scooter:

[Peeteey]

Just viewed the Oxford clip, looks great!!:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

I take it that the sd cards are bog standard everyday sd type cards??

Cheers man. Yep, any SD card should do.

[Flip]

Just a heads up.

You have seen all the rubbish in the Christchurch news paper about push bikers on Dyers Pass Rd. I commute that way and over the last couple of days I have seen some pretty scary shit going down on this road. A group of psycholists seem to have formed a possie and be out patroling, protesting or crusading and going hunting for anybody that gets in their way. I just don't want any of us involved in a tangle with one of the nutters.

[KiwiPhoenix]

Well, I did have to edit out all the wheelies you were doing ;)

I've noticed a trend. So far, Kiwiphoenix seems to be on the back of every bike I follow! :scooter:

:rofl: I did notice that!! You must just love looking at the back of my helmet!! Well don't worry this Wed I'll be back on my own bike, brake pads are going in on Monday (when I buy them). I had two visitors to the bike today, Flip and FJRider. Thanks for all your help and advice guys!! Spent part of the afternoon with FJRider cleaning the piston and the caliper so it's all ready for the brake pads.

[gloplg]

Just a heads up.

You have seen all the rubbish in the Christchurch news paper about push bikers on Dyers Pass Rd. I commute that way and over the last couple of days I have seen some pretty scary shit going down on this road. A group of psycholists seem to have formed a possie and be out patroling, protesting or crusading and going hunting for anybody that gets in their way. I just don't want any of us involved in a tangle with one of the nutters.

Thanks for that Flip. Sounds like we will have to avoid Dyers Pass Road until the nutters:stupid::stupid: find something else to nut off about.:wacko::wacko::yawn: You keep your head down and travel safely.

See you Wednesday Greta Valley bound???? Is Mrs Flip joining us this week??

[Iggy]

Huh................. what wheelies:innocent:, dont you know..... I had to take care of Kiwiphoenix on the back. Otherwise I would have got this.......:spanking::laugh:

[KiwiPhoenix]

Huh................. what wheelies:innocent:, dont you know..... I had to take care of Kiwiphoenix on the back. Otherwise I would have got this.......:spanking::laugh:

Yes you would have and you would have probably enjoyed it as well! :rofl:

[Iggy]

Yes you would have and you would have probably enjoyed it as well! :rofl:

:gob:........................................I am a gentleman you know:laugh:

[KiwiPhoenix]

:gob:........................................I am a gentleman you know:laugh:

:laugh: I know dear but it was good for the jaw draw!!

[Flip]

Thanks for that Flip. Sounds like we will have to avoid Dyers Pass Road until the nutters:stupid::stupid: find something else to nut off about.:wacko::wacko::yawn: You keep your head down and travel safely.

See you Wednesday Greta Valley bound???? Is Mrs Flip joining us this week??

Yes I think she is.

[maxf]

All this corruption of us innocents, what will be next?

Also - must add a little naughty thought after hearing of the roving cyclist "posse", and thinking of Peetey's beaut videos... I wonder what the confrontation would be when their "epic performance" could also be sent for verbatim peer review at the Christchurch Central Police station? Those little cameras will become nigh-on essential someday soon, just sitting there on looping 1hr record, just to refute the claims of everyone for whom "it's never my fault"... (Rant over. Be about your business, people!)

[Gareth123]

THe weather really turned it on for you that day! Nice of the pub to put out those cones for you all. Hopefully he didn't run outta toasted sandwiches and pies!

[Peeteey]

:rofl: I did notice that!! You must just love looking at the back of my helmet!! Well don't worry this Wed I'll be back on my own bike, brake pads are going in on Monday (when I buy them). I had two visitors to the bike today, Flip and FJRider. Thanks for all your help and advice guys!! Spent part of the afternoon with FJRider cleaning the piston and the caliper so it's all ready for the brake pads.

Good news! It'll be nice to be back on your own beastie again I bet. :yes:

[Peeteey]

All this corruption of us innocents, what will be next?

Also - must add a little naughty thought after hearing of the roving cyclist "posse", and thinking of Peetey's beaut videos... I wonder what the confrontation would be when their "epic performance" could also be sent for verbatim peer review at the Christchurch Central Police station? Those little cameras will become nigh-on essential someday soon, just sitting there on looping 1hr record, just to refute the claims of everyone for whom "it's never my fault"... (Rant over. Be about your business, people!)

Funny you should mention that. I live out in the harbour and the Cyclists (note, capital C) are a real menace. Well, I say menace, they're too stupid me be a menace I think, they just get in everyones way, hold everyone up then get shitty when anyone says "Do you mind?".

So, I started taking one of said little cameras in the car with me, particularly on weekends, and I have some great footage of these nutters.

I have made several conclusions.

1) - The normal Joe Bloggs on his bike purely to get from A to B is no problem whatsoever. They hear you coming from a mile away and move right over to the side of the road so there's plenty of room for us both. They're great, but they're so few.

2) - The more "Cyclist" gear they have, the more into the centre of the road they ride. Each piece of kit they have directly relates to about a foot more towards the centre line.
So from the curb: Silly bike with silly little tyres, 1 foot inwards, shirt with all thier "sponsors" on, 1 foot inwards, obscene hot pants, 1 foot inwards, silly helmet, 1 foot inwards, silly pedals that your feet lock into, another 1 foot inwards. So far, that's 5 feet away from the curb! Given each lane is only about 6 feet wide, you can understand why people in 4 foot wide cars get a little miffed at not being able to squeeze past.

3) - The more "Cyclist" gear they wear, the more other "Cyclists" they attract. They seem to go round in groups, or Gaggles if you will, and insist on riding side by side on these thin, winding roads leaving no one else any room and also seem to be so engrossed in conversation about how much more "Cyclist" gear they've got than other people, that they simply don't hear cars approaching from behind and thus don't move over.

The shirt with their "sponsors" on is a testament to their stupidity. A sponsors primary role is to pay for things/gear in return for advertising, like having a name on a shirt.
It's guaranteed that all these "Cyclists" paid top dollar for each of their shirts. They're paying a company to advertise for said company. Shouldn't that be the other way around?
I reckon the reason they ride round in groups of 3 is because they all have 1/3rd of a brain cell each.


Ok, I know this has turned into a bit of a rant. It's late and I find the "Cyclists" out here piss me off more than the mozzies. At least Mozzies know when to get out of the way!

[Peeteey]

Hopefully he didn't run outta toasted sandwiches and pies!

Reckon it was a close thing :) I was starving when we got there. I think the toastie was breakfast and the chips were dinner :sick:

[Flip]

Funny you should mention that. I live out in the harbour and the Cyclists (note, capital C) are a real menace. Well, I say menace, they're too stupid me be a menace I think, they just get in everyones way, hold everyone up then get shitty when anyone says "Do you mind?".

So, I started taking one of said little cameras in the car with me, particularly on weekends, and I have some great footage of these nutters.

I have made several conclusions.

1) - The normal Joe Bloggs on his bike purely to get from A to B is no problem whatsoever. They hear you coming from a mile away and move right over to the side of the road so there's plenty of room for us both. They're great, but they're so few.

2) - The more "Cyclist" gear they have, the more into the centre of the road they ride. Each piece of kit they have directly relates to about a foot more towards the centre line.
So from the curb: Silly bike with silly little tyres, 1 foot inwards, shirt with all thier "sponsors" on, 1 foot inwards, obscene hot pants, 1 foot inwards, silly helmet, 1 foot inwards, silly pedals that your feet lock into, another 1 foot inwards. So far, that's 5 feet away from the curb! Given each lane is only about 6 feet wide, you can understand why people in 4 foot wide cars get a little miffed at not being able to squeeze past.

3) - The more "Cyclist" gear they wear, the more other "Cyclists" they attract. They seem to go round in groups, or Gaggles if you will, and insist on riding side by side on these thin, winding roads leaving no one else any room and also seem to be so engrossed in conversation about how much more "Cyclist" gear they've got than other people, that they simply don't hear cars approaching from behind and thus don't move over.

The shirt with their "sponsors" on is a testament to their stupidity. A sponsors primary role is to pay for things/gear in return for advertising, like having a name on a shirt.
It's guaranteed that all these "Cyclists" paid top dollar for each of their shirts. They're paying a company to advertise for said company. Shouldn't that be the other way around?
I reckon the reason they ride round in groups of 3 is because they all have 1/3rd of a brain cell each.


Ok, I know this has turned into a bit of a rant. It's late and I find the "Cyclists" out here piss me off more than the mozzies. At least Mozzies know when to get out of the way!

After the new paper had a rant on Wednesday the numbers seem to have tripled. Since then every day I have been held up by a group riding double abreast and so far and I have seen 2 cases of road rage. I do a bit of push biking so kind of have a foot in both camps but have been a little intimidated by the behavior I have seen over the last couple of days.

[laRIKin]

Cyclists are getting like, or are like some Motorcyclists and Boy Racers, in some ways.

They are fine riding and driving by them self.
But get them in a group and they get some sort of gang mentally.

Think they are bullet proof and are bigger than Ben Hur.
And think everyone should move out of their way, as they own the road.
And they are the most important thing on the road.

They aren't, we aren't, so please think about that when you ride in a large group.

And remember pissing other road user' off does not help anyone.
And it could make them worse to the next bike or motorcyclist they come across.

As you are seeing now with cyclist and crap that is happening now.

I can remember the 70's, when Joe public thought all motorcyclist were gang members.
And some would, to stop gangs getting bigger and taking over.
Would run you off the road or at least push you around a bit on the road.
It happened to me a few times, bad enough once the I got push up on to the centre island on Moorehouse Ave by a lady driver.
Even little old ladies were doing it to mates.

It got bad enough the News had to explain the difference between motorcyclist's and Gang members.
I can see parallels to what is happening now.

And if someone gives you some room to over take, I does not take much to wave as a thank you.
It may make them more likely to give room for the next bike.

Rant over and sorry

[neels]

1) - The normal Joe Bloggs on his bike purely to get from A to B is no problem whatsoever. They hear you coming from a mile away and move right over to the side of the road so there's plenty of room for us both. They're great, but they're so few.

2) - The more "Cyclist" gear they have, the more into the centre of the road they ride. Each piece of kit they have directly relates to about a foot more towards the centre line.
So from the curb: Silly bike with silly little tyres, 1 foot inwards, shirt with all thier "sponsors" on, 1 foot inwards, obscene hot pants, 1 foot inwards, silly helmet, 1 foot inwards, silly pedals that your feet lock into, another 1 foot inwards. So far, that's 5 feet away from the curb! Given each lane is only about 6 feet wide, you can understand why people in 4 foot wide cars get a little miffed at not being able to squeeze past.

3) - The more "Cyclist" gear they wear, the more other "Cyclists" they attract. They seem to go round in groups, or Gaggles if you will, and insist on riding side by side on these thin, winding roads leaving no one else any room and also seem to be so engrossed in conversation about how much more "Cyclist" gear they've got than other people, that they simply don't hear cars approaching from behind and thus don't move over.

The shirt with their "sponsors" on is a testament to their stupidity. A sponsors primary role is to pay for things/gear in return for advertising, like having a name on a shirt.
It's guaranteed that all these "Cyclists" paid top dollar for each of their shirts. They're paying a company to advertise for said company. Shouldn't that be the other way around?
I reckon the reason they ride round in groups of 3 is because they all have 1/3rd of a brain cell each.


Ok, I know this has turned into a bit of a rant. It's late and I find the "Cyclists" out here piss me off more than the mozzies. At least Mozzies know when to get out of the way!:laugh:

Oh dear, according to this I ride 5 ft from the kerb on my silly bike with silly little tyres :shit:

But at least I only do it by myself. Groups of cyclists can be arrogant twats and a right pain in the arse.

And I agree about paying to wear clothing with sponsors name on it, nobody except cyclists are stupid enough to pay $60 for a plain shirt just because it has a nike symbol on it, or $200 for a made in china jacket with HSV on the front to wear while driving their toyota corolla, are they.;)

[Peeteey]

I can remember the 70's, when Joe public thought all motorcyclist were gang members.
And some would, to stop gangs getting bigger and taking over.
Would run you off the road or at least push you around a bit on the road.
It happened to me a few times, bad enough once the I got push up on to the centre island on Moorehouse Ave by a lady driver.
Even little old ladies were doing it to mates.

Seriously? That's amazing! You'd think people would want to avoid harassing gangs, especially big scary ones in leather right next to you ...



And if someone gives you some room to over take, I does not take much to wave as a thank you.
It may make them more likely to give room for the next bike.

Too true, I try make a point of saying cheers to any road user that is considerate. Cyclists who move over, cars that allow a motorbike to get past etc.
It's all about manners and/or common courtesy I reckon. My rant was really because alot of road users out here, slow cars, cyclists, tourists in campers etc out here don't seem to think about that stuff. They're not all bad but it happens alot.

:laugh:
Oh dear, according to this I ride 5 ft from the kerb on my silly bike with silly little tyres :shit:
Sorry Neels, no offense mate, I owe you a beer :drinknsin

Ok, it's out of my system now, promise :laugh:

[neels]

Sorry Neels, no offense mate, I owe you a beer :drinknsin

Ok, it's out of my system now, promise :laugh:
No offense taken, I agree with most of what you said, and there are ignorant twats in cars, on motorbikes, on bicycles.

Coming down dyers pass road on the motorbike the other day I was following 2 cars doing considerably less than the speed limit and ruining my fun, the first car pulled over when they could so I gave them a wave, the second car carried on at the same speed as before and tapped the brakes at me whenever they thought I got too close. When I passed them they got a different sort of wave.

If there are bands of angry cyclists prowling then a camera sounds like a fine idea, I'd even post a vid on a cycling website and tell them to wind their head in, most of the cyclists I know would prefer they didn't go around antagonising drivers.

I'd be keen to stick a camera on the bike for a ride sometime, may be able to help with a battery depending on what you use.

Anyway, back on topic, the long way to Greta Valley this week is it?

[Peeteey]

No offense taken, I agree with most of what you said, and there are ignorant twats in cars, on motorbikes, on bicycles.

*Whew* this morning I re-read what I wrote. Jeez, I've gotta stop using the computer late at night!


Anyway, back on topic, the long way to Greta Valley this week is it?

Cool, I've never done that run. It'd be a long-ish one right?

[Shadowjack]

About 170/180-ish kms, BK car-park to home (Papanui).
If anyone has a more accurate unit of measure than "-ish", feel free to correct me.

[KiwiPhoenix]

Good news! It'll be nice to be back on your own beastie again I bet. :yes:

Oh goodness yes!! I miss my bike, as much as I love being on the back I enjoy my own bike!


:laugh:

Oh dear, according to this I ride 5 ft from the kerb on my silly bike with silly little tyres :shit:



Now this I can tell you is true!!!! :rofl: sorry dear!


About 170/180-ish kms, BK car-park to home (Papanui).
If anyone has a more accurate unit of measure than "-ish", feel free to correct me.

You are right it is about that, I am about the same (with a petrol stop in Amberley on the way home) Crap small petrol tank!

As for the road condition as of today, from Chch to Waikari turn off is all good and all the way down from the Greta Valley pub is good! No road works!

Just a heads up though, as I know there are people that do other rides, you may want to take note that the Leader Valley Road is very very gritty, they are re-sealing the road at various sections, so if you do this road you should be very cautious.

Going over the Waiua (sp?) bridge gave Ewan a wee salute on the way over!

[neels]

Now this I can tell you is true!!!! :rofl: sorry dear!
I was referring to the bicycle in the garage, not the XJ, heaven forbid I ride that badly on both :blink:

[KiwiPhoenix]

I was referring to the bicycle in the garage, not the XJ, heaven forbid I ride that badly on both :blink:

Opps, sorry!! Nah, you were great on the motorbike, I had no problems on the back!