Auckland ride to the Waikato Rally

[Riff Raff]

Well the Wellingtonions have got their shit together and started a thread on how they're planning on getting to the rally, so I figure we Orklanders better do the same.
So where are we meeting, time etc - route perhaps 22 to Ngaruawahia, otorohanga, and then that lovely stretch of road between te Kuiti and National Park? Or has anyone got better ideas?

Haven't decided whether to go with the Orkland or Wellywood group - depends which route sounds the most fun!!!

[Slipstream]

But you live in Auckland?????
Why would you ride past the camp site, only to come back again some hours later?
Oh wait..its not the most fun route..its the other kinda route you talkin about.
Now I get it

:killingme ....

The welly crew are just more organised is all eh Riff :laugh:

[bugjuice]

bugga, you beat me to it RR..

I caught up with De Man (aka Quaz) and we went over a few things today about the rally. He's asked if us Auckyland lot can be in Hammy around 9.30, he's shown me where (excellent 'entertainment' area while we wait for him to get his slack ass outta bed). So, we figured the best plan of attack would be to meet at the Paps Autobahahahahaharn at 8am sharp, then head straight down SH1 to Hammy. We've got a heck of a ride for most peeps who aren't as used to longer rides as some (my ass feels like I'm the prison virgin for the last 6 months after today!), so we're best to get going. We have plenty to ride when we get there, so lets just get there to start. For those who want to do the 22, then you do what you want, but do a new thread so that there's no confusion. We are to be at the rendezvous point at 9.30.

Also, fuel - we also worked out that your bike will need a rough range of about 230kms. Bear in mind that it's going to be pretty much 100kph all the way, so your usual range will be extended slightly (no town to slow down, idle etc). If your bike will not cover 230kms, then you need to stop at the BP that is at the end of the 22 (can't remember the town/area). If there are a few, then we can have everyone carry on, and those who need, can stop, fill and catch up, the rendezvous isn't much further from there.

Once at the Rally point, then we can ride around, do whatever etc, but we don't want to spend the whole day just getting there.

Have to leave the Paps AB at 8 sharp tho, so if it's gone 8 and you're not there, keep on rollin and catch up..

Sorry to take over Riff (kinda), just something Quaz and I spoke about earlier, and didn't get chance to post..

[Waylander]

Let me know where it is at so that I can meet y'all there and hang out before y'all head off on your ride. And riding from Aucks to Hammy makes your backside hurt? Damn mate you gonna have heaps of fun on the ride down to the rally. Take a pillow to sit on.

[BigB]

Hi All

Don't forget we are taking the car and trailer as support vehicle so if you want a clean bike to enjoy the ride we still have space for gear. Just PM me and we'll work out the details.

Cheers

Brian & Tracey

[bugjuice]

Let me know where it is at so that I can meet y'all there and hang out before y'all head off on your ride. And riding from Aucks to Hammy makes your backside hurt? Damn mate you gonna have heaps of fun on the ride down to the rally. Take a pillow to sit on.
I did the 22 there and back in almost one hit (had a break at Quasi's for 20 mins). The 22 was fine, but the southern finished off me ass from Puke back up to dorkland. My bike isn't made for sitting on, it's made for hanging off, which I was, until the freeway..

Anyway, what do you mean about letting you know where it is? Where what is? Have I missed a bit...??? :confused:

And as for BigBs comment, could the peeps who are driving down, please state what car (make & model) and colour it is, so that when we're following, we know what to look for? Don't worry about reg, cos hardly anyone will remember.

I also have done some posters (Spank Approved), so I will bring them with me to the AB (which we're meeting to leave at 8 sharp). If you want to before hand, then it's attached so you can print your own off. I have done about 20 A4 and 20 A3 posters. That way, KBer's on bike will know who's who. Also, the big yellow patch, scribble your name on it, so we know who's who in the cars too

[BigB]

As per Bugjuice request the car details are as follows

Ford Telstar TX5i
Maroon colour
Towing FF trailer

Tracey will be driving and I'll be on the bike, we'll be at the auto barn on Saturday morning and follow people down SH1 to Hamilton. :niceone:

Cheers

[bugjuice]

As per Bugjuice request the car details are as follows

Ford Telstar TX5i
Maroon colour
Towing FF trailer

Tracey will be driving and I'll be on the bike, we'll be at the auto barn on Saturday morning and follow people down SH1 to Hamilton. :niceone:

Cheers
perfik :niceone:

[Quasievil]

Okay people listen up to ole Quasi for a sec.

you will be meeting me in Hamilton at 10 am, Bug knows the spot and it is covered on the info due to be posted tomorrow.He stronlgy protested about the 9.30 am meeting time on behalf of the Auckland contingent, I considered this for some time and concluded that Aucklanders are not made of the typical KIWI grit (particulary Suzuki riding Aucklanders) therefore I have changed the time to 10am

I STRONGLY suggest you keep away from 22 for a few reasons.
1/ with typical KB shagging around it will take you 2 1/2 hours to get the whole crew through.
2/ it will knacker you quickly, there is a whole lot of riding to be done on day one and day two.
3/ Lesser experienced riders are coming and do not need the pressure of 22 on start up.

So come down State 1 and do you and everyone else a favour.
I recomend you follow Bugjuice down as he has knowledge of the meeting spot.

[Waylander]

Sorry didn't think I had to be child specific.:msn-wink: Where in Hamilton are you guys meeting up with the people from here to ride down to the rally. Would meet with ya at the Autobahn but if I could go to Auckland I would be able to go to the rally.

[Quasievil]

Sorry didn't think I had to be child specific.:msn-wink: Where in Hamilton are you guys meeting up with the people from here to ride down to the rally. Would meet with ya at the Autobahn but if I could go to Auckland I would be able to go to the rally.

Sorry mate, it top end Te Rapa Road, behind Harvey Norman in Boulevarde st
we will meet there.
See you there, you could always ride with us for a while ?

[bugjuice]

you will be meeting me in Hamilton at 10 am, Bug knows the spot and it is covered on the info due to be posted tomorrow.He stronlgy protested about the 9.30 am meeting time on behalf of the Auckland contingent, I considered this for some time and concluded that Aucklanders are not made of the typical KIWI grit (particulary Suzuki riding Aucklanders) therefore I have changed the time to 10am
sod off.. I'm happy with 9.30.. the start time that was early is the one on the sheet - 'bar closes at 1am (or whatever), up at 8.30am to kick out..' bit I was on about.. You can see drunk bikers getting up that early? Getting there is fine tho.

k, well 4 options -

Quasi changes back to the original time of 9.30 (unless he's the one who can't get up)
we still get there for 9.30 and burn off half a tank doing 'emergency braking' proceedures until the cops come
go round to Quasi's and demand he gets the bbq going for brekkie
we just meet 30 mins later at 10, which means we leave the AB SP at 8.30 instead of 8


should we 'poll' it?

[sAsLEX]

Okay people listen up to ole Quasi for a sec.

you will be meeting me in Hamilton at 10 am, Bug knows the spot and it is covered on the info due to be posted tomorrow.He stronlgy protested about the 9.30 am meeting time on behalf of the Auckland contingent, I considered this for some time and concluded that Aucklanders are not made of the typical KIWI grit (particulary Suzuki riding Aucklanders) therefore I have changed the time to 10am

I STRONGLY suggest you keep away from 22 for a few reasons.
1/ with typical KB shagging around it will take you 2 1/2 hours to get the whole crew through.
2/ it will knacker you quickly, there is a whole lot of riding to be done on day one and day two.
3/ Lesser experienced riders are coming and do not need the pressure of 22 on start up.

So come down State 1 and do you and everyone else a favour.
I recomend you follow Bugjuice down as he has knowledge of the meeting spot.

jump across at rangariri or whatever it is, take river road down the other side of the river, nice easy road less traffic and faster, then carry on south through ngarawahia down that road whatever its called then you hang a left somewhere and pop in the back of hams! you know the way I am talking about Quasi so maybe you could clarify the directions!!...... my 2 cents

[Quasievil]

[QUOTE=bugjuice]sod off.. I'm happy with 9.30.. the start time that was early is the one on the sheet - 'bar closes at 1am (or whatever), up at 8.30am to kick out..' bit I was on about.. You can see drunk bikers getting up that early? Getting there is fine tho.

k, well 4 options -

Quasi changes back to the original time of 9.30 (unless he's the one who can't get up)
we still get there for 9.30 and burn off half a tank doing 'emergency braking' proceedures until the cops come
go round to Quasi's and demand he gets the bbq going for brekkie
we just meet 30 mins later at 10, which means we leave the AB SP at 8.30 instead of 8
Okay 9.30 then , you can bear the brunt of the Auckland bikers for depriving them of 1/2 hour sleep:shake: .

sheesh !!

[bugjuice]

Okay 9.30 then , you can bear the brunt of the Auckland bikers for depriving them of 1/2 hour sleep:shake: .

sheesh !!
hey, i'm just following Dr Evil's orders. You're the one who said it, I'm just the enforcer, so I wouldn't shake it, if you knew what's good for ya :whistle:

[Waylander]

Sorry mate, it top end Te Rapa Road, behind Harvey Norman in Boulevarde st
we will meet there.
See you there, you could always ride with us for a while ?
Mate if I had a bike to ride I would be goin to the rally aswell. Nah I was just gonna meet up with Y'all and hang out till ya left. Then it's back to my boring empty house to sit on my arse wishing I could ride.

[Quasievil]

Mate if I had a bike to ride I would be goin to the rally aswell. Nah I was just gonna meet up with Y'all and hang out till ya left. Then it's back to my boring empty house to sit on my arse wishing I could ride.

You can always jump in a car, still have to pay mind. will be a goody

[Waylander]

You can always jump in a car, still have to pay mind. will be a goody
Being broke don't help niether.

[MadDuck]

k, well 4 options -

Quasi changes back to the original time of 9.30 (unless he's the one who can't get up)
we still get there for 9.30 and burn off half a tank doing 'emergency braking' proceedures until the cops come
go round to Quasi's and demand he gets the bbq going for brekkie
we just meet 30 mins later at 10, which means we leave the AB SP at 8.30 instead of 8
Okay 9.30 then , you can bear the brunt of the Auckland bikers for depriving them of 1/2 hour sleep:shake: .

sheesh !!

Spare a thought for some of us (ok one of us) who has a trek just to get to the AB in Papakura - if I miss everyone at the AB I will try and catch you up at Hamilton or somewhere along the way

LMFAO - me catch up :lol:

[bugjuice]

Spare a thought for some of us (ok one of us) who has a trek just to get to the AB in Papakura - if I miss everyone at the AB I will try and catch you up at Hamilton or somewhere along the way

LMFAO - me catch up :lol:
could always stop over at someone's place in auckland on Friday night.. Think I could russle up a bed if needs be..

[MadDuck]

Thanks for the offer Bug

The only prob with this scenario would be having to put my moggy into a cat hotel and that would add some 50 bucks to the weekend. I myself would prefer to get up when its still dark and have more cash in my pocket for food and orange juice :drinknsin <---- MD in training

Like I say will try and be there in time but if I dont then with a map I may be able to catch up taking more direct routes.

[bugjuice]

*bomp*
just earnin me quasibucks ;)

[BigB]

So is any one else from Auckland meeting for the ride down

:scooter: :scooter: :2thumbsup :2thumbsup

[Quasievil]

*bomp*
just earnin me quasibucks ;)

Okay good effort.

Quasibucks, for those dont know yet are for the Auction we are having on Saturday night, you each got $1000
there will be opportunities for earning more to make the amounts vairiable,

Infact I would like some ideas as to ways to earn more quasi bucks , I have a few but more will be good !! put you thinking hats on:banana:

[White trash]

Infact I would like some ideas as to ways to earn more quasi bucks , I have a few but more will be good !! put you thinking hats on:banana:

It's Turkey time, gobble gobble. :lol:

[aff-man]

hmmm was thinking about doing the 22... but then due to the time i think i'll have a nice sleep on SH1 into hamilton and then go hard. :ride:

[MacD]

So is any one else from Auckland meeting for the ride down


Yep. Although as I am carrying a pillion I was thinking of taking an easier route from Hamilton to Whakamaru, and then rejoin the group for the ride from Whakamaru to National Park. What is the road between Kihikihi and Whakamaru like - say compared to HW22?

We will be at the Papakura AB and head down to the meeting place in Hamilton anyhow. Then we'll make a call on the next part depending on the weather / pillon's comfort level.

Weather is still looking good for Saturday's trip down! :)

http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/rain-nz-05042018-thumb-I.gif
6am Saturday Forecast

Though maybe a bit wet for the return! :(

http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/rain-nz-05042018-thumb-K.gif
6am Sunday Forecast

[bugjuice]

yeah, I'll have a seat cover too. We're going down SH1 all the way to Hammy at the posted speeds. Anyone who wants to do their own thing and go an alternative route START A NEW THREAD and make sure you're at the rendezvous point on time, or make your own way there, cos this thread is going down #1. We've got a good day of riding ahead, so we'll just consentrate on getting there first, then we can go on rides when we get there

[aff-man]

yeah, I'll have a seat cover too. We're going down SH1 all the way to Hammy at the posted speeds. Anyone who wants to do their own thing and go an alternative route START A NEW THREAD and make sure you're at the rendezvous point on time, or make your own way there, cos this thread is going down #1. We've got a good day of riding ahead, so we'll just consentrate on getting there first, then we can go on rides when we get there

Well count me in for the SH1 route :ride: :Punk:

[Riff Raff]

I'll meet you guys at National Park - gonna head down to Wellywood tomorrow.

[swanman]

Ok I have just signed up for this Rally. Getting confused with diff threads etc. So I gather we all meeting up in Hamilton at 09.30. So there is a pack of us leaving Auckland together to get there? So the final details are? Can someone just lay it on a plate for me? Cheers

[bugjuice]

THE AUCKLAND CREW - LISTEN UP!!

go to the Paps' Autobahn at 8am locked 'n' loaded. I won't be there now.

Ride/drive down SH1 until you get into Hammy. Off the second round about (a new one has been put in before the one you want) on the right there's a Harvey Norman retail store. Turn right at this round about and then the next right, so that you are behind the store. Be there for 9.30am and then that's where the Hammy lot will be with our fearless leader, the great Quasievil and me. From there, we take off to Taupo.

FUEL
Fill up at the BP when you meet. You will need a range of 230ks+. If you cannot make this distance on one tank (remember fuel will last a little longer cos you'll be cruising, and not having to idle etc), then fill up again at the BP that we use at the end of the 22. If this is going to split the group then arrange this before you leave the service park.

If there's any more doubt, then say now!!!!!!!!!
btw i will be in hammy already

[Firefight]

jump across at rangariri or whatever it is, take river road down the other side of the river, nice easy road less traffic and faster, then carry on south through ngarawahia down that road whatever its called then you hang a left somewhere and pop in the back of hams! you know the way I am talking about Quasi so maybe you could clarify the directions!!...... my 2 cents


Bloody Hell Alex, what is it you do in the Navy , not navigation I hope :shake:

anyway, I think you mean,From Ngaruawhia down H/way 39(thats the road that leads to Whatawhata.. the left turn you are trying to describe would be at " Te Kowhai", from there its a cool fast road lots of good corners, till you get to the railway level crossing,once over the tracks the next turn on your left is the road that we meet on last year at the back of Harvey Normans.

F/F :ride:

[MadDuck]

Hey Swanman

As Im heading down from the North you wanna meet this side of the bridge? Doesnt have to be a major...side of the motorway or summit will do. Just make the blat down to Papukura a tad less lonely. If you can keep up with me that is :cool:

[swanman]

Hey Swanman

As Im heading down from the North you wanna meet this side of the bridge? Doesnt have to be a major...side of the motorway or summit will do. Just make the blat down to Papukura a tad less lonely. If you can keep up with me that is :cool:

Sure, good idea. Name place and time.

[bugjuice]

Cyclespot at 0700?
paps isn't even 20 mins away.. you want to leave that early?
not that I'm stopping you, just making sure you have given it a little bit of thought

[badlieutenant]

keep an eye out for a blue bike (just to narrow it down a bit) will not be bringing any feijoa vodka this time :D

[swanman]

Cyclespot at 0700?

Jeez mate not being a morning person that hurts. How about 07.15, every minute in bed counts.

[MadDuck]

Yikes I was thinking of leaving at 7am. Whats another few minutes - see you there!

[bugjuice]

Gives you time to screw around at paps.. you know.. fuel, V cans.. pie and coffee at the coffee joint.. smokes for those that do.
All that crap
i rest my case. I'd be fine, cos I'm 2 mins away, but the others aren't. Not my call, you guys decide.
I'll be in hammy already

[sAsLEX]

paps isn't even 20 mins away..
maybe at incredibly license loosing speeds it is!?! I always back on half an hour at 140ish crusin speed!! I am sure there are certain medics who dont really want to speed on the southern!?

[White trash]

our fearless leader, the great Quasievil and me.

They'll be the gay cunts on Kumandsukmes.

[bugjuice]

maybe at incredibly license loosing speeds it is!?! I always back on half an hour at 140ish crusin speed!! I am sure there are certain medics who dont really want to speed on the southern!?
there won't be any traffic, so around 100kph, it's not all that far away.
at 'incredibly license loosing speeds', it brings it down to around 10 mins.. :whistle:

wt, fukup :eyepoke:

[BigB]

for those worried about petol here's a rough distance guide

Papakura - The boulevard Hamilton 90km
Hamilton - Whakamaru 130km lunch & petrol
Whakamaru - National park 148km

hope that helps :2thumbsup

cheers

[bugjuice]

the whole trip isn't 230ks away. pfft, add the rest..
~230ks is roughly the distance from Paps autobharararararn to the next 'scheduled' pitstop. THe BP at the end of the 22 is a 'saviour' for those who want to go in second gear pulling wheelies all the way cos they're bored..
After ~230ks, we stop for gas and food, i think..

[aff-man]

the whole trip isn't 230ks away. pfft, add the rest..
~230ks is roughly the distance from Paps autobharararararn to the next 'scheduled' pitstop. THe BP at the end of the 22 is a 'saviour' for those who want to go in second gear pulling wheelies all the way cos they're bored..
After ~230ks, we stop for gas and food, i think..

So i am gonna need to stop at the BP then :msn-wink: :killingme :killingme

[BigB]

the whole trip isn't 230ks away. pfft, add the rest..
~230ks is roughly the distance from Paps autobharararararn to the next 'scheduled' pitstop. THe BP at the end of the 22 is a 'saviour' for those who want to go in second gear pulling wheelies all the way cos they're bored..
After ~230ks, we stop for gas and food, i think..


I did, the hole trip distances is there if you read the post.

Sorry for trying to help people I'll go back into my hole now.

[bugjuice]

So i am gonna need to stop at the BP then :msn-wink: :killingme :killingme
when you leave paps, make sure you're aware of who's stopping (if not everyone) and who's carrying on. Then make a point of deciding if the people stopping are going to make up the pace, or just turn upwhen you get there.

any probs, text/call either Quaz or moi 021 234 7744 cos I'll be waiting in Hammy already

[erik]

for those worried about petol here's a rough distance guide

Papakura - The boulevard Hamilton 90km
Hamilton - Whakamaru 130km lunch & petrol
Whakamaru - National park 148km

hope that helps :2thumbsup

cheers
Thanks for that. My bike only does about 180 to 190km before hitting reserve, so I'll be gassing up at Ngaruawahia BP too.

[bugjuice]

I did, the hole trip distances is there if you read the post.

Sorry for trying to help people I'll go back into my hole now.
ah, ok.. must go have a quiet word with Dr Evil then. He's the one who came up with the figure and we should stick to something like that.. I even added on 15k as a margin..

well in which case, then could always actually get some distance out of it and fill in Hammy then. It's what, 'bout ~130ks or so down SH1 to hammy?