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Spazman727
30th March 2010, 12:51
I had my first proper ride at the weekend :yes: , other than just commuting to uni and work. Went to Whangamata for the 2010 Beach Hop. Apart from all the sweet old cars and bikes, the ride over was fantastic. When I went on Saturday morning (could'nt go on Friday 'cos I had a stupid test:angry:) the roads were almost totally clear of other traffic and it was'nt too hot or too cold. The hills were really nice for practicing cornering and the highway was great for a relaxing cruise (and for adding a few bugs to my visor). On the way back, I went with a group of more experienced riders who I had been staying with and, after thinking I did pretty well, I realised I had a whole lot to learn, but they were great and gave me a heaps of invaluable tips. In my opinion, this sort of ride is far better for learning than the daily commute, and the Beach Hop is an excellent excuse to do it. Can't wait for next years Beach Hop (or any other chance to go on a decent ride with some mates).
firefighter
30th March 2010, 13:12
I had my first proper ride at the weekend :yes: , other than just commuting to uni and work. .

Which Uni?
Spazman727
30th March 2010, 13:22
Auckland Uni. Why?
Hiflyer
30th March 2010, 13:27
Sounds awesome man, which way did you go to get to whangamata? Next time you got, take a detour via coromandel town!
Spazman727
30th March 2010, 13:36
Ha, quite a detour. I went hihgway 25 there and came through Miranda on the way back.
whowhatwhere
30th March 2010, 23:06
Nice one. You can learn a few things on the commute like slow speed control, but it's on the weekends when the learning really happens. Have fun, it'll only get better and better :)
PirateJafa
30th March 2010, 23:50
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/forumdisplay.php/84-Auckland-Uni-SMC :)
skinman
31st March 2010, 12:00
you calling my old car sweet!
it aint pink
its bad ass i tell ya :)
mudtrack
1st April 2010, 07:56
Hey dude i just got my first road bike and im keen to go for a ride this weekend are you going to go out this weekend for a ride? if so would i be able to tag along?
Spazman727
3rd April 2010, 17:20
Hey dude i just got my first road bike and im keen to go for a ride this weekend are you going to go out this weekend for a ride? if so would i be able to tag along?

Na, not this weekend. I'll let you know when I am, itd be good to have company.