Wellington Wednesday Night Cruisy Summer Rides (TCWNR) 2010-2011

[davebullet]

Nice wee ride. Haven't done that in a while and missed it. Pity I'll be in Ackas next week. Thanks Ben for the ride back. Pity that passing lane was closed going up the Haywards on the way home, was inch perfect with the handlebars next to those road cones :rolleyes:

[Hitcher]

Good to see some familiar faces and to meet some new ones.

The new blue machine certainly rolls over the Hill a bit differently than did the Shiver.

[IdunBrokdItAgin]

Nice wee ride. Haven't done that in a while and missed it. Pity I'll be in Ackas next week. Thanks Ben for the ride back. Pity that passing lane was closed going up the Haywards on the way home, was inch perfect with the handlebars next to those road cones :rolleyes:

Yeah, was not expecting that lane to be closed on haywards (it was open when I rode to the duckpond). I was also tempted to weave through the cones and use it.

Bloody woman in the car blocking the right hand lane (going about 95) on SH1 got on my nerves though. Why she didn't just pull over rather than sit there and match the speed of the car in the left hand lane is beyond me.

All in all it was a good ride tonight with surprisingly little traffic on the hill.

[sinned]

Nice ride with 29 bikes. Good to see Hitcher back in the saddle and on a new bike. Photo evidence provided.

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[davebullet]

Bloody woman in the car blocking the right hand lane (going about 95) on SH1 got on my nerves though. Why she didn't just pull over rather than sit there and match the speed of the car in the left hand lane is beyond me.

Yeah. I think I'd used up all my mojo so was just waiting behind her chilling out after the ride. I waited to watch the wrath of the street triple be unleashed to pass her. Pass her it did :niceone:

[ecko_nzed]

Good ride :ride: and good company :drinkup: tonite

Cheers boys and girls

Oh and thanks for the drink Katie, I owe you one when you're feeling better.

[ecko_nzed]

Fixed it for you bro. :devil2:

I'm out. I got some serious arse kissing to do to make up for the recently high amount of shed time. Wind's getting up, keep both wheels on tera firma guys.

careful kissing arses if the wind is up, you'll end up with chocolate lips

[Gone Burger]

Oh and thanks for the drink Katie, I owe you one when you're feeling better.

No worries mate - there are always spare drinks and wedges around me (thanks Matt).

Far too soft to have that last drink - lets just say I slept like a log.

Great ride - as always. Damn I love Wednesdays.

[Dodgy]

Yep, thanks for a great ride and thanks to Katepai for the wedges :niceone: and Matt for the entertainment!

[sels1]

6:00pm at the Elephant Pond for a 6:30pm departure?
Ahh... the ol' Elephant pond, that name goes back to Bruces time. And yes I saw the elephant too.

Nice to catch up with the usual suspects. We didnt join the ride as we had a RAT meeting, but had a good blat over the PKak Hill anyway.

[Ocean1]

Nice to catch up with the usual suspects. We didnt join the ride as we had a RAT meeting, but had a good blat over the PKak Hill anyway.

Don't feel guilty dude, the brother held the family end up. Not getting any slower on that bloody SV is he?

[Gone Burger]

Don't feel guilty dude, the brother held the family end up. Not getting any slower on that bloody SV is he?

He sure is not. He ended up turning round and coming back over the hill to see why I was taking so long on the way home. haha Gees Wayne - I told you you would be waiting a while! ;)

Thanks for the company and the escourt to P&J

[Ocean1]

He ended up turning round and coming back over the hill to see why I was taking so long on the way home.

He never did that for me.


Bastard.

[ecko_nzed]

Nice to catch up with the usual suspects. We didnt join the ride as we had a RAT meeting, but had a good blat over the PKak Hill anyway.
snobs:bleh: almost as bad as Harley riders :Pokey:

[mattathm]

snobs:bleh: almost as bad as Harley riders :Pokey:

Hey we cant include russ on this one now, hes converted.. allbeit to a Honda, spose ya gotta start somewhere...........:msn-wink:

[sels1]

snobs:bleh :
Hey, we just taking turn about - gotta share y'know


almost as bad as Harley riders :Pokey
:

Now you're just being mean....:laugh:

[ecko_nzed]

Hey, we just taking turn about - gotta share y'know



Now you're just being mean....:laugh:

but we had you first, they should pick another night. ;-)

[ecko_nzed]

weather man says....

Yay :woohoo:

[Gone Burger]

weather man says....

Yay :woohoo:

Yay indeed. Bringing another mate along tonight who is keen to get out and ride with a good bunch of folk. Don't know why I directed him here .... :bleh: jokes.

Two for one wedges. Oh yeah baby.. guess that means I'll be sharing again.

[StoneY]

Might be there tonight...kids free week and the Holder of the Reigns is keen to get out on the bike too........

[Hawkeye]

The 500 passed it's WOF today so I've now got a dilemma....... Do I use the 500 tonight and give her a run over the hill as I've already got her in work. Or do I shoot home and grab the Katana.
Haven't been over the hill on the 500 for a lonnnngggggg time.

Decisions, Decisions.:confused:

However, I may need the Katana to keep up with Katiepie. :whistle:

[Bald Eagle]

The 500 passed it's WOF today so I've now got a dilemma....... Do I use the 500 tonight and give her a run over the hill as I've already got her in work. Or do I shoot home and grab the Katana.
Haven't been over the hill on the 500 for a lonnnngggggg time.

Decisions, Decisions.:confused:

Go over the hill straight from work on the 500 then fang home to get the Katana for the Cruisy ride - there fixed it for ya.

[Hawkeye]

Go over the hill straight from work on the 500 then fang home to get the Katana for the Cruisy ride - there fixed it for ya.

Get thee behind me Satan

[White trash]

Gonna give this one a miss folks. Too much to do on the sidecar.

Maybe next week.

[Gone Burger]

Gonna give this one a miss folks. Too much to do on the sidecar.

Maybe next week.

Good luck down with the racing Jimmy! Looking forward to seeing the results.

And hawkeye... honey... reckon ya must be blind. I am forever turning up last and last only. The more I do that hill on my bike, the slower I seem to become. Just seem to have a block about it in corners.

Go for the 500 I reckon - for a change :)

[Hawkeye]

Good luck down with the racing Jimmy! Looking forward to seeing the results.

And hawkeye... honey... reckon ya must be blind. I am forever turning up last and last only. The more I do that hill on my bike, the slower I seem to become. Just seem to have a block about it in corners.

Go for the 500 I reckon - for a change :)

You weren't that slow over there on Monday!

I you want some fun Katie, you're quite welcome to take the 500 over the hill.

[Gone Burger]

You weren't that slow over there on Monday!

I you want some fun Katie, you're quite welcome to take the 500 over the hill.

lol - just ask Andrew how I was on Monday. He was sitting behind me and I was slippin all over the show so backed riiiiight off! Slowest ride up there in a long time.

As for taking the 500 - once again, very kind of you. But I fee terrible borrowing other peoples bikes. Greatly looking forward to a change of mine one day for a little more fun factor.

[sinned]

Missed this ride: heading home in the cage to pick up bike for the ride and ended up in a prang - nothing money won't fix.

[StoneY]

Good ride tonight all.
Was a pretty close call at Kaitoke when a Policeman looked as if he was gonna do a you-eee into our pack, and the staggered formation has proven to me yet again why we use it....

But a great ride...see you all again soon
:devil2:

[John_H]

Enjoyable ride back for a while, but I was distinctly unimpressed with a rider on a orange and black bike trying to overtake me on the way home, riding side by side round a tight bend, he then backed off half way round when he realised that he couldn't see what was coming the other way. Blasted past me on the straight, maybe I'm too much of a grandad but I felt very unsafe and thought it was a dangerous manoeuvre, kinda spoilt the ride for me.

[Cloggy]

maybe I'm too much of a grandad
You felt like a granddad? I rode like a granddad. I felt decidedly old, stiff, and totally out of form coming over that hill tonight. I seem to have a real dislike for RH corners. Don't know why. Part of the reason for doing a track day around Manfeild was to get over the dislike of RH corners and it felt good on the track. Back on the road is a totally different ball game again.
I don't have this issue on my little Scorpio. Might have to park that up and use the Daytona more for day to day running around to get more into the groove with it.

[davebullet]

I seem to have a real dislike for RH corners. Don't know why.

Me too and others I've spoken too. I think it comes down to either instinctively keeping distance from oncoming traffic, therefore the apex is wider (avoiding the centre line) and lean isn't as great so one feels like the corner is going slower. Another possibility is throttle position when the right hand is tucked in a bit. Yet another reason might come down to whether you are right or left handed.

I'm right handed and I wonder if that has something to do with me prefering left corners. A bit like I prefer red or brunette ladies.

[Gone Burger]

I'm right handed and I wonder if that has something to do with me prefering left corners.

You may have a point there. I favour right hand corners and am left handed. Right side peg much more worn down then the left.

And John - the bike you are talking about.. was it the harley? If so, he is a mate of mine and I will have a word to him. I'm in hope it was just a bad judgement call rather than him being a twat, as I have ridden with him often and he doesn't usually do this.

[ecko_nzed]

I'm right handed and I wonder if that has something to do with me prefering left corners. A bit like I prefer red or brunette ladies.

I'm left handed (yes I know, it's a curse being gifted :yes:) and prefer left corners as well. Think it's a safety thing, the thought that there could be a car coming the other way just as you apex a right corner is always in my mind and causes me to adjust my lines and body postion on the bike accordingly.

That said, the ride back last night was really good. Was trying to follow Matt on his cb1000r, who was leaving me for dust. Wasn't until I realised that he was riding nice and smooth hardly using his brakes and caring a lot of corner speed and I should stop trying to go so fast on the straight bits and focus on smooth entry and exit to the corners, that I started enjoying the ride a lot more and going quicker (well it felt quicker).

I'm my own worst enemy sometimes!

[davebullet]

I'm left handed (yes I know, it's a curse being gifted :yes:) and prefer left corners as well. Think it's a safety thing, the thought that there could be a car coming the other way just as you apex a right corner is always in my mind and causes me to adjust my lines and body postion on the bike accordingly.

That said, the ride back last night was really good. Was trying to follow Matt on his cb1000r, who was leaving me for dust. Wasn't until I realised that he was riding nice and smooth hardly using his brakes and caring a lot of corner speed and I should stop trying to go so fast on the straight bits and focus on smooth entry and exit to the corners, that I started enjoying the ride a lot more and going quicker (well it felt quicker).

I'm my own worst enemy sometimes!

I'd be interested in whether people generally use the brakes up hill over the 'takas. I tend not to and only use engine braking.

I find avoiding the brakes helps with lines. Putting brakes on tends to pitch the bike forward, which means it makes bike understeer? (I know the difference btween under / oversteer - just can't remember which it causes without being on the bike) - which unsettles it for me.

I'm also trying to roll on the gas earlier, as I find this plants the back, takes pressure of the front (doesn't make me feel like the front will slide / tuck with too much weight on it) and helps hold the line coming out.

Wrong thread for the above. I'm hoping to discuss the above with Karel at the Februrary ProRider day I've booked. Can't wait!

[Deano]

I'd be interested in whether people generally use the brakes up hill over the 'takas.

Yes most definitely. As little as possible but most definitely. Was Mr Plod patrolling the hill last night ?

[Gone Burger]

Yes most definitely. As little as possible but most definitely. Was Mr Plod patrolling the hill last night ?

Agreed. Just touching my back brake a little is helping me hugely in corners, when needed.

And also didn't see any plods myself, but believe Stoney saw one down near Kaitoke (not even going to bother trying to spell that right.).


Davebullet - I'm sure you'll find Karols course very good for this. As I mentioned, am still thinking about heading along for my 3rd one. Her and all her trainers are very helpful with everyones individual needs.

[StoneY]

Enjoyable ride back for a while, but I was distinctly unimpressed with a rider on a orange and black bike trying to overtake me on the way home, riding side by side round a tight bend.

The Harley 1200? Saw him near wipe out the guy leading the pack at Kaitoke as he was too close and in line as opposed to the trusted old staggered formation....needs a talking to about group riding behavior that chap :psst:
Not the way to behave on Wednesdays

[John_H]

The Harley 1200? Saw him near wipe out the guy leading the pack at Kaitoke as he was too close and in line as opposed to the trusted old staggered formation....needs a talking to about group riding behavior that chap :psst:
Not the way to behave on Wednesdays

Nah it was a sports bike. I think one of our pack, I am no angel on the road but overtaking round bends on the hill is dangerous, he had no idea what i was going to do and I wasn't expecting to see him so bloody close to me on that right hander. I did see a harley rider wearing a german army style helmet tryin to look tough, apparently he had a bit of an altercation (mid ride) with Andrew, might have been the same guy as you saw.

[Hawkeye]

Yeah! TCWNR has moved back to being a racetrack. A number of regular Wed night riders have disappeared due to the antics of one or two individuals.
Maybe time for a re-evaluation and decide if I want to continue to put myself into those kind of situations.

[girlzchris]

I dont think it is harley 1200 as he was one of the last few. After you guys gone, his wedges just arrived and guess that would be 20-25mins eating, drinking and talking about how to abuse Christy's bike with Neil after I go away this Saturday ...:doh:

[Gone Burger]

I dont think it is harley 1200 as he was one of the last few. After you guys gone, his wedges just arrived and guess that would be 20-25mins eating, drinking and talking about how to abuse Christy's bike with Neil after I go away this Saturday ...:doh:

Thats what I was thinking Christy. We were some of the last to leave, and I said bye to him there as his food just arrived. As mentioned, if it was him (John, the orange and black harley 1200 sportster) then I will have a word to him. He is a good friend who was so happy to be able to come along and ride with a group last night. I know his riding. He can sure be fast, but I've never seen him put anyone else at risk.

John - just let me know if you think it was him (I saw 3 orange and black bikes last night I think) and I will sort it.

As mentioned before, these rides have not become a race track, I'm there every week. Occasionly people can make a bad judgment call, as we all can on occasions. Hope this doesnt start everyone up about how these rides are dangerous yada yada.

If it'm my mate, consider it sorted. He would be hugely sorry if he knew he had upset anyone. Not that kinda guy

[StoneY]

T I know his riding. He can sure be fast, but I've never seen him put anyone else at risk.



I have KP he needs to stay in a wheel track to keep the stagger...he missed the lead bike under brakes by less than an inch, Kelly thought they were gonna pile up.

But if it was not him on the way home, sorry for pointing the finger.

I seriously doubt it was me, Kenny was behind me all the way home and I never passed any other bikes heading home.

EDIT: After reading Johns response (missed before) I see it cant have been my SD, or Katies mate with the sporty. Still I am starting to re think the ride brief situation, just to remind people to stay staggered and leave the bike behind you an escape route.

[StoneY]

Yeah! TCWNR has moved back to being a racetrack.
Maybe time for a re-evaluation and decide if I want to continue to put myself into those kind of situations.

Maybe we could start the old weekend ridge runs back up mate?

[Gone Burger]

I have KP he needs to stay in a wheel track to keep the stagger...he missed the lead bike under brakes by less than an inch, Kelly thought they were gonna pile up.

But if it was not him on the way home, sorry for pointing the finger.

I seriously doubt it was me, Kenny was behind me all the way home and I never passed any other bikes heading home.

O.K cheers for that Brent - all will be sorted and it won't happen again. Hope he is welcome back, as he could stop telling me how he loved the ride, meeting everyone and couldnt wait for the next one. He really is a good bugga and I apologise on his behalf for what you saw Brent. Will also mention the staggered formation. He is not used to riding with numbers, lesson leart I'm sure.

[John_H]

Thats what I was thinking Christy. We were some of the last to leave, and I said bye to him there as his food just arrived. As mentioned, if it was him (John, the orange and black harley 1200 sportster) then I will have a word to him. He is a good friend who was so happy to be able to come along and ride with a group last night. I know his riding. He can sure be fast, but I've never seen him put anyone else at risk.

John - just let me know if you think it was him (I saw 3 orange and black bikes last night I think) and I will sort it.

As mentioned before, these rides have not become a race track, I'm there every week. Occasionly people can make a bad judgment call, as we all can on occasions. Hope this doesnt start everyone up about how these rides are dangerous yada yada.

If it'm my mate, consider it sorted. He would be hugely sorry if he knew he had upset anyone. Not that kinda guy

No wasn't a harley. I probably shouldn't even have posted on here as I don't want a big deal but I was irritated by this rider at the time. It was a sports bike definitately not your friend on a Harley - but thanks for the support.

[John_H]

Maybe we could start the old weekend ridge runs back up mate?

I'd be up for that mate.

[Gone Burger]

No wasn't a harley. I probably shouldn't even have posted on here as I don't want a big deal but I was irritated by this rider at the time. It was a sports bike definitately not your friend on a Harley - but thanks for the support.

Coolness. Actually just spoke to Laurie and he did realise he was too close where Brent was talking about, and he sincerely apologises. But Brent, please know I really don't think he is a dangerous rider. He just needs to settle into group riding, and he will.

And John - feel free to mention things like this on here, so we can sort them out and address any issues.

Ya big lugs - all of ya xx

[John_H]

Coolness. Actually just spoke to Laurie and he did realise he was too close where Brent was talking about, and he sincerely apologises. But Brent, please know I really don't think he is a dangerous rider. He just needs to settle into group riding, and he will.

And John - feel free to mention things like this on here, so we can sort them out and address any issues.

Ya big lugs - all of ya xx

Cheers ears. The bike in question was following an old black ninja.

[Hawkeye]

Thats what I was thinking Christy. We were some of the last to leave, and I said bye to him there as his food just arrived. As mentioned, if it was him (John, the orange and black harley 1200 sportster) then I will have a word to him. He is a good friend who was so happy to be able to come along and ride with a group last night. I know his riding. He can sure be fast, but I've never seen him put anyone else at risk.

John - just let me know if you think it was him (I saw 3 orange and black bikes last night I think) and I will sort it.

As mentioned before, these rides have not become a race track, I'm there every week. Occasionly people can make a bad judgment call, as we all can on occasions. Hope this doesnt start everyone up about how these rides are dangerous yada yada.

If it'm my mate, consider it sorted. He would be hugely sorry if he knew he had upset anyone. Not that kinda guy

I also don't think it was your mate Katie. And as Brent has already said, I followed him all the way from the Royal to his house and we never passed any bikes.

However, When we first left the duck pond and pulled onto SH2, someone immediately popped a wheelie on the inside of a line of cages. And whilst it was impressive, a 250 mtr wheelie alongside cages, when there are another 20 odd bikes behind, puts undue attention to the group. I also had a couple of riders go passed me on the hill in what I would consider was too close for comfort. Going over the hill on the 500 for the first time in a long time, I was setting myself up to go passed cages only to find I was having to pull back in due to bigger bikes being impatient and blasting past.

Whilst I enjoy riding in a group and enjoy the company, I am not prepared to put myself at risk because of 1 or 2 others who are not respecting the others in the group.

[ecko_nzed]

Nah it was a sports bike. I think one of our pack, I am no angel on the road but overtaking round bends on the hill is dangerous, he had no idea what i was going to do and I wasn't expecting to see him so bloody close to me on that right hander. I did see a harley rider wearing a german army style helmet tryin to look tough, apparently he had a bit of an altercation (mid ride) with Andrew, might have been the same guy as you saw.

Nah different Harley. The one that got a bit close when he came flying pass a bunch of sports bikes at the bottom of the hill was blue. we then got stuck behind him over the hill! suprise suprise! Pretty sure he wasn't with us, was a random!

[ecko_nzed]

I also don't think it was your mate Katie. And as Brent has already said, I followed him all the way from the Royal to his house and we never passed any bikes.

However, When we first left the duck pond and pulled onto SH2, someone immediately popped a wheelie on the inside of a line of cages. And whilst it was impressive, a 250 mtr wheelie alongside cages when there are another 20 odd bikes behind puts undue attention to the group. I also had a couple of riders go passed me on the hill in what I would consider was too close for comfort. Going over the hill on the 500 for the first time in a long time, I was setting myself up to go passed cages only to find I was having to pull back in due to bigger bikes being impatient and blasting past.

Whilst I enjoy riding in a group and enjoy the company, I am not prepared to put myself at risk because of 1 or 2 others who are not respecting the others in the group.


yeah seems to happen every now and then, we have a few issues when riders forget where in the pack they should be riding. Police/radar/ambulance fodder at the front, cruisy'er (?) riders bit further back. Will stick my hand up and say that I shouldn't have been near the back at the start of the hill, and may have been a bit peeved with aforementioned random Harley, consequently did a bit more passing than normally would have.

Apologies if I put the willy's up anyone :Oops: :innocent:

[_STAIN_]

The erratic rider is, the orange / black suzuki corolla without lowers that is normally parked on the footpath, one of the fringe riders that joins the ride at UH.

Hawkeye you are displaying the attitude of the typical knob, that is the problem on a Wednesday night.
You are there riding an unfamiliar bike so rethink your place in the pecking order and you will not get passed.
Why should every rider follow "you" as you wobble and weave over the hill on an unfamiliar bike.

I know you will poo poo the idea of pecking order, but this simple shuffle is seamlessly performed on a "Thursday night"
We understand our abilities and once in order seldom is there a bike on bike pass going over the hill.

All the Wednesday night riders need to do is think about who is riding around you when you arrive at the destination.
Simply set out, in this same order. You will be amongst riders of similar ability and unlikely to get caught up in a shuffle on the hill.
Unfamiliar bike drop back a few places until you are comfortable... too hard it would seem.
If you leave early on the return leg and another rider catches you up, simply be courteous move to the left of the lane,
momentously slow a little and simply let them file thru. Fark is this too hard ! seemingly for some it is.

We all come together for riding enjoyment, with different riding and cornering abilities.
These do not need to be hindered in a group ride situation, if simple ability and experiance are applied to the ride order.

[Wannabiker]

Nah it was a sports bike. I think one of our pack, I am no angel on the road but overtaking round bends on the hill is dangerous, he had no idea what i was going to do and I wasn't expecting to see him so bloody close to me on that right hander. I did see a harley rider wearing a german army style helmet tryin to look tough, apparently he had a bit of an altercation (mid ride) with Andrew, might have been the same guy as you saw.

Sounds like the same chap that overtook me on the left through a left hander last week...I doubt I will be back. Orange and black ...thought it was a suzuki??

[StoneY]

O.K cheers for that Brent - all will be sorted and it won't happen again. Hope he is welcome back, as he could stop telling me how he loved the ride, meeting everyone and couldnt wait for the next one. He really is a good bugga and I apologise on his behalf for what you saw Brent. Will also mention the staggered formation. He is not used to riding with numbers, lesson leart I'm sure.

Hey he is a nice guy for sure.

And of course hes welcome back...mate you shoulda seen ME on my firts group ride...surprised no one took me aside and shot me!
Instead Kenny took me out one on one and taught me to hold formation, and AJ taught me how to keep my head on this side of the centre line

Its all about sharing the love baby!

[ajturbo]

.surprised no one took me aside and shot me!



your so friggin small.. the linch mob couldn't find ya..!!

[Hawkeye]

Hawkeye you are displaying the attitude of the typical knob, that is the problem on a Wednesday night.
You are there riding an unfamiliar bike so rethink your place in the pecking order and you will not get passed.
Why should every rider follow "you" as you wobble and weave over the hill on an unfamiliar bike.

I know you will poo poo the idea of pecking order, but this simple shuffle is seamlessly performed on a "Thursday night"
We understand our abilities and once in order seldom is there a bike on bike pass going over the hill.

All the Wednesday night riders need to do is think about who is riding around you when you arrive at the destination.
Simply set out, in this same order. You will be amongst riders of similar ability and unlikely to get caught up in a shuffle on the hill.
Unfamiliar bike drop back a few places until you are comfortable... too hard it would seem.
If you leave early on the return leg and another rider catches you up, simply be courteous move to the left of the lane,
momentously slow a little and simply let them file thru. Fark is this too hard ! seemingly for some it is.


Stain,
I have no issues with bikes passing me on the hill. It's how they do it. And whilst they may be comfortable in close passing manouvers, they need to think of the other riders. Twice on Wed night, I was set up to pass. But as I was about to go, faster riders cut me up and forced me to hit the brakes and pull left.

I've ridden with the Wed ride enough to know my own capabilities and where I fit in the group. and I'm quite happy to move to the left when faster bikes come up behind.
We all want to have fun out there. I just want to know that any incidents I have are my own doing not because one or two not so regular riders think they need to show how big their balls are. That only leads to mayhem.

It isn't a race track and there are no prizes for getting there first. (but it's a long :wait: at the bar if your last ).

And it was not so much an unfamiliar bike. I use the CB for commuting most day's so ride it regular. More a lack of the acceleration of the CB compared to the Katana to get passed things. So I needed to plan that little bit longer before passing.

[sinfull]

Interesting read !

The cornering issues some of ya are having (preferring left over right) sure we all have our prefferences but am wondering how many have measured swing arm pivot bolt to rear axle bolt to get that dead true and then check wheel allignment ? Can make a difference !
Doesn't apply to your bike of course Dave lol single sided and all, but your pitching under brakes would be a worry, ya prob know, but thats the wheel base shortening under brakes and when ya release it extends again making ya run wide, unless your hard on the brakes i'm thinkin ya front may be a bit soft and perhaps rebounding too quick if its causing ya to move off line that much ?
Sounds like a good opportunity for shaun Harris and Kerry Dukie to have a bit of a suspension day some time ???

As for the group riding and dodgy shit, Ya don't see me on em aye lol
Takes quite a few miles for a group to sort out how each individual rides, when they will hesitate , when you to know they won't, what position in the order each rider should place him/herself ! A group like you guys have where new riders are coming each week would be too scary for this old fella, have to stay miles away at the back for fear of runnin up some noobs arse or have him run up mine !
The social side of it all sounds fantastic but it just aint worth the effort, if i wanna swap paint with someone i'll go to the race track !

[Gone Burger]

We understand our abilities and once in order seldom is there a bike on bike pass going over the hill.

That's why I am always one of the last to leave the duck pond, and also Featherston. Although I am faster on the straights and highway than some back with me, I know that come the hill, if any of them are behind me, I move aside and let them through as soon as possible, knowing that I am going to be holding them up. I think they always apprecaite it too? :niceone:

Hey Leber - that was fun fun ride back over the hill - Was I holding you up Mr? I seemed to be having a much better ride than I have had in a long time and was simply loving it! Cheers for playing, again ;)

[Hawkeye]

Interesting read !


As for the group riding and dodgy shit, Ya don't see me on em aye lol
Takes quite a few miles for a group to sort out how each individual rides, when they will hesitate , when you to know they won't, what position in the order each rider should place him/herself ! A group like you guys have where new riders are coming each week would be too scary for this old fella, have to stay miles away at the back for fear of runnin up some noobs arse or have him run up mine !
The social side of it all sounds fantastic but it just aint worth the effort, if i wanna swap paint with someone i'll go to the race track !


My sentiments exactly Sinfull. When I ride with the regulars, I know who I want in front of me and who I'm happy to have behind. It's the unknowns that I'm concerned about.
There are also a number of the faster guys who are slow on the take off from the duckpond, as they know they will catch up easily. You know the ones I mean. the ones that take that last couple of drags on the ciggie whilst the group is already leaving. This however has an impact on the slower guy's as they end up getting passed on the hill.

[spacemonkey]

Apologies if I put the willy's up anyone :Oops: :innocent:

Yeah I've heard you Honda riders have an unpleasent habit of putting willys up people.

[White trash]

Yeah I've heard you Honda riders have an unpleasent habit of putting willys up people.

Beaten to it by a better man...... :D

[mattathm]

Attitude of the typical knob, that is the problem on a Wednesday night.
Rethink your place in the pecking order and you will not get passed.
This simple shuffle is seamlessly performed on a "Thursday night"
We understand our abilities and once in order seldom is there a bike on bike pass going over the hill.

All the Wednesday night riders need to do is think about who is riding around you when you arrive at the destination.
Simply set out, in this same order. You will be amongst riders of similar ability and unlikely to get caught up in a shuffle on the hill.
Unfamiliar bike drop back a few places until you are comfortable... too hard it would seem.
If you leave early on the return leg and another rider catches you up, simply be courteous move to the left of the lane, momentously slow a little and simply let them file thru.

We all come together for riding enjoyment, with different riding and cornering abilities.
These do not need to be hindered in a group ride situation, if simple ability and experience are applied to the ride order.


here here....!!

And for the thursday ride as well going from someones last nights rant... but thats another story.

Its not a race, but if another bike is following too close, let them past.
We all have licences and all know the road rules, It is not an organised ride but only an organised meeting place, what happens after that, your all on your own.

Those people that dont come riding because of what happens in a group ride, shouldnt be riding at all, take the car, group rides are what you make of them.
I know some pretty amature riders that come on the group rides that have a ball of a time, and keep coming back for more.

Thursday riders make their own pecking order... ie you dont leave the duck pond first unless you plan to stay in that position.
As for the wednesday riders, you all know your own riding ability and the ability of your bike which is probably more than your riding ability so ride to your ability.

If someone does do something not to your liking have a word to them at the pub or wherever you end up or take note and dont ride by them again... its pretty simple
We are all there to have a good time so lets do that!!

[John_H]

That's why I am always one of the last to leave the duck pond, and also Featherston. Although I am faster on the straights and highway than some back with me, I know that come the hill, if any of them are behind me, I move aside and let them through as soon as possible, knowing that I am going to be holding them up. I think they always apprecaite it too? :niceone:

Hey Leber - that was fun fun ride back over the hill - Was I holding you up Mr? I seemed to be having a much better ride than I have had in a long time and was simply loving it! Cheers for playing, again ;)

I have no problem moving aside for faster bikes and I don't believe there is an issue with this ride either, for the most part it is incident free and I have a blast, just on this occasion I wasn't given the opportunity to move over and I want my attention on my cornering mid bend rather than who's trying to overtake me and will it cause an accident. As I say, this is an isolated incident which gave me the shits at the time, in hindsight I probably created waves here where they weren't necessary by ranting about it. As long as riders respect each other and egos don't stop people moving over it should run smoothly.

My main issue is constantly being held up by Bryce (stain) as he's so slow and doesn't want to move over for us more experienced riders, sort it out old man :msn-wink:

[Gone Burger]

My main issue is constantly being held up by Bryce (stain) as he's so slow and doesn't want to move over for us more experienced riders, sort it out old man :msn-wink:

:rofl: Yeah Bryce... Next time would ya let me pass please? hahahaha - I tried to let you past, you weren't having a bar of it :bleh:

[Dodgy]

Agree with Matt entirely.

If you are holding someone up, move to the left. If you want to pass someone, do it cleanly and in a safe manner - as you would wish to be passed.

The FJ squid boat is a particularly useless piece of turd over the hill, so I stuck somewhere in the middle rather than try to run over my head and get in the way. Ah... the laptop in the rack pack wouldnt take too much punishment anyway.

Only concern that I had was the harley softcock who was quite aggro, but I guess that he had his own issues...

other than that, choose your own pace and ride to your own ability. You may happen to find a buddy who is riding at around the same pace, so go and enjoy that experience rather than trying to ride at a pace that is uncomfortable or unsafe for you.

[Ocean1]

I know that come the hill, if any of them are behind me, I move aside and let them through as soon as possible, knowing that I am going to be holding them up.

Didn't see you on the hill KP, but I know you left the pub just after me and going by the time you passed me at the gas station there’s no worry about you holding too many people up.


My main issue is constantly being held up by Bryce (stain) as he's so slow and doesn't want to move over for us more experienced riders, sort it out old man :msn-wink:

Give him a break, dude. If he’s anything like me his eyesight’s deteriorated to the point he can’t see anything in his mirrors.

[_STAIN_]

:rofl: Yeah Bryce... Next time would ya let me pass please? hahahaha - I tried to let you past, you weren't having a bar of it :bleh:

Katie, between the sparks and you hangin your butt out there was no way I was changing my pecking order

[mattathm]

Katie, between the sparks and you hangin your butt out there was no way I was changing my pecking order


Like!:msn-wink:

[Gone Burger]

Katie, between the sparks and you hangin your butt out there was no way I was changing my pecking order

You crack me up. Actually, to be honest, havent had such a good run up there in a very very long time. Even got the pipes down on the ground. Felt gooooood as I wasn't backing off as much as I usually do. Just gotta watch my lines going down ay Stain? Will work on that, thanks xx

[John_H]

Katie, between the sparks and you hangin your butt out there was no way I was changing my pecking order

Katie will end up leading the pack with all other bikes vying for second place!

[Hawkeye]

Katie, between the sparks and you hangin your butt out there was no way I was changing my pecking order

Your right there Bryce! If Katie was in front of me hanging her butt out, I wouldn't want to pass either :drool::whistle::dodge:

[ecko_nzed]

Yeah I've heard you Honda riders have an unpleasent habit of putting willys up people.

When will I ever learn to proof what I'm writing :doh:


Beaten to it by a better man...... :D

Yes, yes you were. But then Katie's a better man than you

[Deano]

There are also a number of the faster guys who are slow on the take off from the duckpond, as they know they will catch up easily. You know the ones I mean. the ones that take that last couple of drags on the ciggie whilst the group is already leaving. This however has an impact on the slower guy's as they end up getting passed on the hill.

Why are they actually leaving later ? Is it to finish their durrie or so they can then show off doing the mean overtake on the hill ?

[carbonhed]

Why are they actually leaving later ? Is it to finish their durrie or so they can then show off doing the mean overtake on the hill ?

I suspect you already know the answer to that question :laugh:

What's the point in having a skill if you don't get to demonstrate it over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over.... :woohoo: ... and over and over and over and over and over and over...

[Hawkeye]

Why are they actually leaving later ? Is it to finish their durrie or so they can then show off doing the mean overtake on the hill ?

Now let me think.... It's a hard one that....:blip:

[girlzchris]

Katie, between the sparks and you hangin your butt out there was no way I was changing my pecking order

same here.... :lol::drool:

alright people... have a pleasant ride... im off the country now for 3 weeks and see you guys when im back...

take care and enjoy the ride and be safe please.... :hug:

[sinfull]

Katie, between the sparks and you hangin your butt out there was no way I was changing my pecking order Some rides can be more enjoyable than others !



Those people that dont come riding because of what happens in a group ride, shouldnt be riding at all, take the car, group rides are what you make of them.
!
It aint all about the KB wed and thurs night rides !! Or is that all you live for ?
Some ppl go on group rides but are a bit more selective of where they'd like to go ! I mean the same hill week in week out ? Does it not bore you to tears ? :weep:
As for the, take the car because of what happens on a group ride comment lol i be thinkin you didn't really mean that aye ? I mean it aint near as much fun in a car !


I seemed to be having a much better ride than I have had in a long time and was simply loving it! ;)
I am well thank you !

Well i have to say, if you're thumpin this 50 over the hill in a similar manner to that you were the bike you had prior, i see no reason anyone would want to pass you. Unless they want to pass the next rider also, as mentioned above !

But i would suggest thinking about turning your mirrors in just once and ride the hill, see how you enjoy just riding, rather than watching who it is that wants to pass and who it is that's enjoying just following you lol (letting all the passers leave first of course)

[wayne708]

...I mean the same hill week in week out ? Does it not bore you to tears ? ...

Dude I think you answear this question with your signiture statement....We'll get bored with it once we've "Nail it":yes:

[carbonhed]

So what's the weather like down in the valley? Gloomy up here but dry and the wind seems to be easing.

[Gone Burger]

So what's the weather like down in the valley? Gloomy up here but dry and the wind seems to be easing.

Gloomy in Welly too but dry and warm. Wind has droppped quite a bit but still gusty. Reckon the hill will be FUN! :)

[davebullet]

Unfortunately, I won't be there tonight. I'm having my hair done.

[carbonhed]

Gloomy in Welly too but dry and warm. Wind has droppped quite a bit but still gusty. Reckon the hill will be FUN! :)

Ta. See you there then.


Unfortunately, I won't be there tonight. I'm having my hair done.

That's not a very manly excuse at all :facepalm: Sharpen yer act up:laugh:

[Quasi]

seriously guys and gal. dont do the hill tonight:blink:. it is incredibly windy in the Rapa. Power out in feddy all day, Zillions of trees down in Marty. We lost 2 whole rows of netting this morning:angry: - wire cables snapped like string:shit:. sent the crew home early as too dangerous to be out there. So may pay to play on the boring side of the hill today:sick:

[davebullet]

seriously guys and gal. dont do the hill tonight:blink:. it is incredibly windy in the Rapa. Power out in feddy all day, Zillions of trees down in Marty. We lost 2 whole rows of netting this morning:angry: - wire cables snapped like string:shit:. sent the crew home early as too dangerous to be out there. So may pay to play on the boring side of the hill today:sick:

Damn. Maybe I shouldn't have my hair done with the wind, it will go all poofy (let alone helmet hair!) :shit:

[Gone Burger]

Thanks Carla for the heads up. Will discuss it with the crew at the pond xx

[Quasi]

actually - its gone all quite and still here now:facepalm::yes:

[Gone Burger]

haha always the way isn't it? Will see how everyone feels. It has dropped over here considerably but believe the wind warning signs are still up

[Hawkeye]

haha always the way isn't it? Will see how everyone feels. It has dropped over here considerably but believe the wind warning signs are still up

It's the baked bean's Katie. Leave the baked beans alone and the wind goes away....

[Dafe]

Dang it!!! I hate working late on a Wednesday. Was really looking forward to a blat tonight.... I put my jacket on, grabbed my helmet and decided 10 minutes to get to the duckpond (from Tawa) would only result in a hefty fine. Take care those of you braving the high winds this evening.

[Cloggy]

Cheers everyone, nice enjoyable ride tonight with a change of scenery.
Man those servings of wedges at Gordy's are huge. Bloody good value for money.
Saw most of you went back over the Paekakariki Hill, I just enjoyed my cruise down the motorway. Could have ridden for a couple of hours more.

[girlzchris]

ohhhh changed of route today???

[Gone Burger]

Yes lovely ride thanks folks. I'M FULL! Got greedy, again.

Nice to do the Paekak (spelling?) again - need a lot more pratice at that one, don't do it nearly often enough. But had a much better run on the way back through and that was thanks for following Aaron. Cheers mate, really enjoy following you through the twisites, makes me get things right more often.

Time to play some Gi-tar I reckon.

[Leber]

Yes, we had a good ride, went over Haywards - Paekakariki Hill to Gordy's @ Paraparaumu, with the power cuts in Featherston there was fear that the beer would be warn and the chips cold.

[White trash]

Yes lovely ride thanks folks. I'M FULL! Got greedy, again.

Nice to do the Paekak (spelling?) again - need a lot more pratice at that one, don't do it nearly often enough. But had a much better run on the way back through and that was thanks for following Aaron. Cheers mate, really enjoy following you through the twisites, makes me get things right more often.

Time to play some Gi-tar I reckon.

Wanna borrow the FZ6R next week luv? You'll like that through the twisties.

[_STAIN_]

Paekak (spelling?)


just spell it the european way Katie.. like it sounds, Piecock

[Leber]

following Aaron. Cheers mate, really enjoy following you through the twisites, makes me get things right more often.

Anytime Katie, it's good to have another cruiser to ride with (I'm not looking forward to the day you upgrade your bike).

[Gone Burger]

Wanna borrow the FZ6R next week luv? You'll like that through the twisties.

It was pretty hot actually - looks like it could be a lot of fun indeed. Would be interesting to sit on it to see what to position is like.


just spell it the european way Katie.. like it sounds, Piecock

ooooooo Bryce, now that's just naughty - love it :innocent:


Anytime Katie, it's good to have another cruiser to ride with (I'm not looking forward to the day you upgrade your bike).

Yes, must admit, I seem to ride my bike a little better and a little smoother with a fellow cruiser. Nice to watch your lines and how you head into the corners. Had a few points there I would usually back off from fear of scraping, but pushed through behind you and it felt great! When I do eventually change bikes I think it will take me a loooong time to shake some of the pretty shocking habits I have and get comfortable again. But looking forward to the challenge

[White trash]

It was pretty hot actually - looks like it could be a lot of fun indeed. Would be interesting to sit on it to see what to position is like.



Sweet as. I brought it home tonight and it's pretty good actually.

[Eyegasm]

Cheers for the ride last night all. Was different going out to pram but nice none the less.

I also had a very close call to losing my licence on the way home. But I won't go into it.

[carbonhed]

I also had a very close call to losing my licence on the way home. But I won't go into it.

Fess up. It's good for the soul... just ask Stoney. :yes:

[StoneY]

Fess up. It's good for the soul... just ask Stoney. :yes:

Yes it is ...untill you read more unfounded dribble in the ACC threads again...sigh

God I wish at times that all I had to worry about was stayong upright on the Hill every WNCR...oh how simple life used to be

LOL

Fess up Clintasaurus...what did you do matey????

[Eyegasm]

Right hand got a little out of control on me on the Haywards, was doing 130ish when the fuzz came round the bend and his disco party started. I had enough time to get to and pull into the sideroad of the carpark, Thank god for the line of traffic I had overtaken. (Unable to pull a quick U-turn)

Bout 10 seconds later he went flying past.

I feel bad for speeding, It really wasn't intentional, not paying attention to it.
Doubt the copper would have been lenient though.

[Bald Eagle]

Yes, we had a good ride, went over Haywards - Paekakariki Hill to Gordy's @ Paraparaumu, with the power cuts in Featherston there was fear that the beer would be warn and the chips cold.

shame , if I'd know you where coming I'd have walked over for a chat. :violin:

[Dodgy]

Ok, so I live in Raumati... where the heck is Gordies?

Raumati Village bakery do the best pies on the coast!

[Bald Eagle]

Ok, so I live in Raumati... where the heck is Gordies?

Raumati Village bakery do the best pies on the coast!

Back of Cobb&Co

[allycatz]

Ok, so I live in Raumati... where the heck is Gordies?

Raumati Village bakery do the best pies on the coast!

Would have to disagree on the pies.....Rays Pies is better:woohoo:

[davebullet]

Would have to disagree on the pies.....Rays Pies is better:woohoo:

Where is Ray's Pies? Might sample them next time I need to burn my mouth and slow down the bike.

[Quasi]

Kapiti Road - in the block between Te Roto and Placemakers.
They are great pies:yes:

[StoneY]

Y'all need to have a say in the FBMC Pie Run then! See Facebook - Fat Bikers Motorcycle Club!

Fat Maxx for PM!

[Cloggy]

The cornering issues some of ya are having (preferring left over right) sure we all have our prefferences but am wondering how many have measured swing arm pivot bolt to rear axle bolt to get that dead true and then check wheel allignment ? Can make a difference !

Cheers for the advice Bill. Never really thought much about wheel alignment on motorcycles. Did some reading online on how to check alignment. Went out and checked my bike using the string method and the alignment was off 6mm between left and right on the front wheel making the front wheel 3mm off centre towards the left in relation to the back wheel. Have adjusted it and it's now within half a hair's breadth of being smack on centre. Will be interesting to see if I can feel the difference.

[carbonhed]

Cheers for the advice Bill. Never really thought much about wheel alignment on motorcycles. Did some reading online on how to check alignment. Went out and checked my bike using the string method and the alignment was off 6mm between left and right on the front wheel making the front wheel 3mm off centre towards the left in relation to the back wheel. Have adjusted it and it's now within half a hair's breadth of being smack on centre. Will be interesting to see if I can feel the difference.

Ouch! Might have to give that a look myself.

[ecko_nzed]

Cheers for the advice Bill. Never really thought much about wheel alignment on motorcycles. Did some reading online on how to check alignment. Went out and checked my bike using the string method and the alignment was off 6mm between left and right on the front wheel making the front wheel 3mm off centre towards the left in relation to the back wheel. Have adjusted it and it's now within half a hair's breadth of being smack on centre. Will be interesting to see if I can feel the difference.

yeah checked the rear axle on the left side, went to measure the right and some bugger has pinched it :shit: clearly this is the whole reason for my handling issues

[carbonhed]

yeah checked the rear axle on the left side, went to measure the right and some bugger has pinched it :shit: clearly this is the whole reason for my handling issues

Well it had to be something major :laugh:

[lockhead83]

heh all,

I am new to welly, recently bought a CBR1000f and would like to join u guys for a ride. Haven't really got an opportunity to ride after buying the bike....

Wheren wht time normally you guys meet
Cheers!

[Cloggy]

Wheren wht time normally you guys meet
Cheers!
We meet at Avalon Park by the duckpond on Fairway Drive.
The rides generally leave around 6.30pm with riders starting to gather from around 5.45pm
Map on the first page of this thread, first post.
Be good to see you there.

[lockhead83]

awesome!!!

Sorting out my gear this week. So if by wed, will get my courier, will join u guys !!!
otherwise, next week... See ya all :scooter:
Cheers!

[Milts]

After nearly exactly a year of absence due to working evenings, I'll be there tonight...

I've also conned my father into buying a motorcycle again so he'll be along on his new (old) VFR400. Been looking forward to it for too long...

[blackdog]

After nearly exactly a year of absence due to working evenings, I'll be there tonight...

I've also conned my father into buying a motorcycle again so he'll be along on his new (old) VFR400. Been looking forward to it for too long...

Photos pls

am i jealous much?

next week if the chain and sprockets arrive in time :cry:

[Gone Burger]

Not there tonight - have scored a free ticket to Nitro Circus.

Have a great ride. I hope it's clear over the other side of the hill for you. See you all next week. :wavey:

[Hawkeye]

Not there tonight - have scored a free ticket to Nitro Circus.

Have a great ride. I hope it's clear over the other side of the hill for you. See you all next week. :wavey:

What! :facepalm: No Katiepie!!..:crybaby:
You mean....I have to buy my own wedges...:facepalm:

[girlzchris]

have fun people.. so jeolous.... im missing another ride again..... ride safe....

katie, enjoy the nitro circus show...

[mattathm]

Ready at BP Jville at 6, Waynes SV has no ign lights. Seat and tank off find fault in electrical connector block behind steering head assy. Temp fix all togehter at 632. Hi 5'd it to avalon by thta time I knew you guys (and girls) would have gone so we carried on to the Takkas, got 3/4 way there and saw big rain and crap all over teh hill, so turned back did moonshine road (never again) and over to Sandbar, where you all wernt. Had a small feed and a beer then went home....

Where you all get to? Gordies???

[ecko_nzed]

Not there tonight - have scored a free ticket to Nitro Circus.

Have a great ride. I hope it's clear over the other side of the hill for you. See you all next week. :wavey:
If by "clear", you pissing down with rain and cold, then yes, it was luvly and "clear". Riding down the other side of the hill on the way over, it was when as the cold water trickled passed my nut sack that I decided I really wasn't enjoy the ride.

We so should have gone up the coast

[carbonhed]

We so should have gone up the coast

I went back over the Coast because it looked like it was going to turn to crap on the Hill.

When we left Pram at 6:15 it was really hot but it was windy and cool, although dry, by the time I got back.

[_STAIN_]

Kenny... must have been getting some hill coaching

[_STAIN_]

Ready at BP Jville at 6, Waynes SV has no ign lights. Seat and tank off find fault in electrical connector block behind steering head assy. Temp fix all togehter at 632.

time for a new bike Wayne, that old one is just too unreliable nowdays

[Hawkeye]

King of the Hill Tonight

Kenny... must have been getting some hill coaching

:killingme Only because you lot got stuck at the lights and behind the slow cages on the hill.

[Gone Burger]

Ok. So Nitro Circus sucked. Wow - I'm such a terrible lyer. I'm still buzzing from such a great show. Reckon I want to give motorcross a go now and buy a BMX again. Woo hoo they were awesome.

Wet cold ride huh? Bummer ladies and gents. We had better make up for it next week! Wedges on me!

[davebullet]

Ok. So Nitro Circus sucked. Wow - I'm such a terrible lyer. I'm still buzzing from such a great show. Reckon I want to give motorcross a go now and buy a BMX again. Woo hoo they were awesome.

Wet cold ride huh? Bummer ladies and gents. We had better make up for it next week! Wedges on me!

Was sitting at Nitro thinking I was missing out on a ride. Surprised about the weather since it was actually nice in Wellington for a change (normally the other way around).

The stunts were good. I must be getting old as Mrs. B and I agreed they were a bit repetitive and a smothered with bit too much american hype - but hey, that's what those shows are about. Kids enjoyed it.

Best stunts:
BMX Double front flip
Wheelchair back and front flips
Motocross Double back flip
Chilly bin jump

[Eyegasm]

Best stunts:
BMX Double front flip
Wheelchair back and front flips
Motocross Double back flip
Chilly bin jump

Sweet, so Travis didn't attempt his Backflip 180 barrel roll... Phew thought I might miss something amazing. Has been trying it for ages and only half landed it once.

Ride last night was enjoyable, Was better when I got to PnJ and got dry again. Damn those barmaids are hot... :shutup::shutup:

[Hawkeye]

Was better when I got to PnJ and got dry again. Damn those barmaids are hot... :shutup::shutup:


+1..:whistle:

[wayne708]

time for a new bike Wayne, that old one is just too unreliable nowdays

Found the sneeky problem this time, will cost less than $1 to rectify so I'll see if I can get another 5 years out of it.

[AprilliaGAZ]

Wednesday night ttotally soaked and cold stuck behind a mobile chicane, good thing was no meatheads riding well past their abillities

[azzanuts]

Wednesday night ttotally soaked and cold stuck behind a mobile chicane, good thing was no meatheads riding well past their abillities

It was gud to meet some of you on wednesday, was my first time along to a wednesday night ride, a pitty bout the weather on the hill but still enjoyed the atmosphere, I love the sound of that aprillia who ever you are, It has that menacing I got nuts sound to it. Hope everyone made it back without any dramas on the road. I was told to also check out the thursday night ride so I guess i'll see what thats all about when I can.

[Gone Burger]

It was gud to meet some of you on wednesday, was my first time along to a wednesday night ride, a pitty bout the weather on the hill but still enjoyed the atmosphere, I love the sound of that aprillia who ever you are, It has that menacing I got nuts sound to it. Hope everyone made it back without any dramas on the road. I was told to also check out the thursday night ride so I guess i'll see what thats all about when I can.

Hey sunshine! Good to hear you made it along on a Wednesday night ride. Shame it was the one in a long that with crappy weather!! So.. will we be seeing you again this week? Sure hope so - its been ages! And you are now a local hahaha. :woohoo:

[sinned]

Some of the group on tonight's ride. Nice 848 :yes:

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[spacemonkey]

Looks like I missed out on an exceptional turnout of cute blonds tonight. :(

[davebullet]

Looks like I missed out on an exceptional turnout of cute blonds tonight. :(

Yeah - sorry mate, I couldn't make it.

[ecko_nzed]

Looks like I missed out on an exceptional turnout of cute blonds tonight. :(
sweet of you to notice, but I must confess, I'm not really blond, collar doesn't match the cuffs

[azzanuts]

Hey sunshine! Good to hear you made it along on a Wednesday night ride. Shame it was the one in a long that with crappy weather!! So.. will we be seeing you again this week? Sure hope so - its been ages! And you are now a local hahaha. :woohoo:

LOL hey how ya doin katie. Well I definately enjoyed the ride even tho weather was shit on the hill, I wreckon you will see me again. Couldnt ride tonight unfortunately had boxing tonight so a bit sore at the mo lol.:cry:

[Gone Burger]

Well - I had an AMZAING ride home (in the cage) and cooked wedges just cause I was missing you all. Nice to be able to still pop along and say hi folks.

It is with sad regret that my bike is offically for sale as of Monday so I will not be able to come along on these rides for a good few months I think until I can get me some new wheels. If anything, I may be able to squeeze in one more ride next week, but need to stop the k's clocking up as soon as it's listed.

:weep:

[John_H]

Well - I had an AMZAING ride home (in the cage) and cooked wedges just cause I was missing you all. Nice to be able to still pop along and say hi folks.

It is with sad regret that my bike is offically for sale as of Monday so I will not be able to come along on these rides for a good few months I think until I can get me some new wheels. If anything, I may be able to squeeze in one more ride next week, but need to stop the k's clocking up as soon as it's listed.

:weep:

You can jump on the back of my bike sometime if you trust me :-)

[sinned]

I didn't make the actual ride but caught some action on video.

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[davebullet]

I didn't make the actual ride but caught some action on video.

Who's on the 848? Saw that rider a couple of weeks ago.

[Dafe]

Damn rugby training on Wednesday nights :facepalm:
That's the end of my cruisy wednesday night rides for the year. :brick:

[Quasi]

Hey team - get on your bikes early and come and have a play at this (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/134730-How-fast-does-a-400Hp-Hayabusa-go-Come-find-out-23rd-feb-Lake-Wairarpa), or just come and watch
It will be quite an interesting occassion:yes::gob::innocent:

[Hawkeye]

It is with sad regret that my bike is offically for sale as of Monday so I will not be able to come along on these rides for a good few months I think until I can get me some new wheels. If anything, I may be able to squeeze in one more ride next week, but need to stop the k's clocking up as soon as it's listed.

:weep:

Offer still stands Katie.:yes:

[spacemonkey]

Hey team - get on your bikes early and come and have a play at this (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/134730-How-fast-does-a-400Hp-Hayabusa-go-Come-find-out-23rd-feb-Lake-Wairarpa), or just come and watch
It will be quite an interesting occassion:yes::gob::innocent:

Looks good!
Lucky for me i finish work at 2pm on that day, meet you at martinB and ride out from there Carla? :)

[Quasi]

Looks good!
Lucky for me i finish work at 2pm on that day, meet you at martinB and ride out from there Carla? :)

plan stan:yes:

just getting ready to head off to Paeroa this morning to watch the racing:yes::yes::woohoo:

[davebullet]

plan stan:yes:

just getting ready to head off to Paeroa this morning to watch the racing:yes::yes::woohoo:

Me jealous, me jealous! Should be fantastic! Enjoy Carla.

[Cloggy]

Hey team - get on your bikes early and come and have a play at this (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/134730-How-fast-does-a-400Hp-Hayabusa-go-Come-find-out-23rd-feb-Lake-Wairarpa), or just come and watch
It will be quite an interesting occassion:yes::gob::innocent:
Damn, would love to see this. But then, some poor sucker has be to on holiday somewhere else eh?
Oh well, next time.

[sels1]

Damn rugby training on Wednesday nights :facepalm:
That's the end of my cruisy wednesday night rides for the year. :brick:

Same for me, except its band practice.

Catch ya'll next season, if I dont see ya on a weekend ride.

[ecko_nzed]

Well the weather is rating about a 7.0 on my crappy-o-meter, so I'm going to sit out the ride tonite.

Instead I'll take a long bath, wash my hair, watch desperate housewives and talk about my feelings with anyone who'll listen...........yeah right, surfing for bike porn it is ;-)

[davebullet]

.......yeah right, surfing for porn it is ;-)

haha - fixed it for ya!

[_STAIN_]

Well the weather is rating about a 7.0 on my crappy-o-meter, so I'm going to sit out the ride tonite.

Instead I'll take a long bath, wash my hair, watch desperate housewives and talk about my feelings with anyone who'll listen...........yeah right, surfing for bike porn it is ;-)

honda rider... what else can you say
will be passing by at 6.50, for a fine ride

[blackdog]

honda rider... what else can you say
will be passing by at 6.50, for a fine ride

(note to self put trousers outside boots)

for the record it looks pretty good in the valley ATM

[ecko_nzed]

honda rider... what else can you say
will be passing by at 6.50, for a fine ride
you were late? was closer to 7, you have trouble finding the way :bleh:


haha - fixed it for ya!
maybe just a little :2thumbsup


Well glad I sat it out, got to see the sprog do her first bum shuffling, v.cool. Now the real fun starts :facepalm:

[Gone Burger]

Because today, my house finally sold. What a wait, but I am there.

I just wanted to share this with all of you, my biker friends, who have been my absolute rock through this past year. I thank you all, with my whole heart, for your amazing support through and through. I could not have gotten through without you all.

My M50 is still for sale, but I hope it is not too long until I am back on two wheels, as I start to get back on my feet again.

You all rock! Big time. Best day of my life

[ecko_nzed]

Because today, my house finally sold. What a wait, but I am there.

I just wanted to share this with all of you, my biker friends, who have been my absolute rock through this past year. I thank you all, with my whole heart, for your amazing support through and through. I could not have gotten through without you all.

My M50 is still for sale, but I hope it is not too long until I am back on two wheels, as I start to get back on my feet again.

You all rock! Big time. Best day of my life

Congrats Katie:woohoo: Stressful time selling houses, esp in the current market.

Time to start making those dreams a reality
http://www.yamaha-motor.co.nz/products/motorcycle/road/supersport/09-yzf-r6

I bet Aaron is worried ;-)

[White trash]

Because today, my house finally sold. What a wait, but I am there.

I just wanted to share this with all of you, my biker friends, who have been my absolute rock through this past year. I thank you all, with my whole heart, for your amazing support through and through. I could not have gotten through without you all.

My M50 is still for sale, but I hope it is not too long until I am back on two wheels, as I start to get back on my feet again.

You all rock! Big time. Best day of my life

Good on ya luv, congratulations :yahoo:

Let me know when you're ready to borrow that FZ6R for a decent ride.

[Hawkeye]

Because today, my house finally sold. What a wait, but I am there.

I just wanted to share this with all of you, my biker friends, who have been my absolute rock through this past year. I thank you all, with my whole heart, for your amazing support through and through. I could not have gotten through without you all.

My M50 is still for sale, but I hope it is not too long until I am back on two wheels, as I start to get back on my feet again.

You all rock! Big time. Best day of my life


WoooHoooo!!! Great news Katie. Good to get that noose off the neck :yes:

[carbonhed]

Because today, my house finally sold. What a wait, but I am there.

I just wanted to share this with all of you, my biker friends, who have been my absolute rock through this past year. I thank you all, with my whole heart, for your amazing support through and through. I could not have gotten through without you all.

My M50 is still for sale, but I hope it is not too long until I am back on two wheels, as I start to get back on my feet again.

You all rock! Big time. Best day of my life

Congrats Katie that must be a weight off your shoulders. Time to celebrate.

[Gone Burger]

Oops - off topic. What I MEANT to include was, I hope to be able to come along on another Wednesday night ride before daylight savings ends.. whether its on the M50 or something else. When does day light savings end again?

[davebullet]

Oops - off topic. What I MEANT to include was, I hope to be able to come along on another Wednesday night ride before daylight savings ends.. whether its on the M50 or something else. When does day light savings end again?

Sunday April 3. Where it will be darker in the evenings and lighter in the mornings again.

As long as the weather holds, I'm keen to carry these on, even it if means riding with my imaginary friends.

[Quasi]

ah well - we still got a few more rides ahead then:niceone:

[Hawkeye]

Oops - off topic. What I MEANT to include was, I hope to be able to come along on another Wednesday night ride before daylight savings ends.. whether its on the M50 or something else. When does day light savings end again?

How many times do I have to say it Katie.....:mega:500

[John_H]

ah well - we still got a few more rides ahead then:niceone:

We've had a pretty good run on the weather on Wednesday nights too. Have to start up the kapati weekend rides again, we did a lot of these last year :-)

[carbonhed]

We've had a pretty good run on the weather on Wednesday nights too. Have to start up the kapati weekend rides again, we did a lot of these last year :-)

To Riversdale Beach and beyond!

Must remember to avoid the Ichthyosaur fish fillets. Thought I was on to a sure thing with the sea being only 50m away... but holy fuck nooooooooooooo.

[ecko_nzed]

To Riversdale Beach and beyond!

Must remember to avoid the Ichthyosaur fish fillets. Thought I was on to a sure thing with the sea being only 50m away... but holy fuck nooooooooooooo.

Don't think I've had one of those fillets, are they hard to catch:laugh:

I reckon you'd be better getting a fresh flounder from Lake Ferry, wrap it in tin foil and wedge it between the fairing and motor on the blade. Then ride home, cooking ur fish as you go. mmmmm can't get fresher than that

[Gone Burger]

wrap it in tin foil and wedge it between the fairing and motor on the blade.

Did someone say wedges? :eek:

Oh - no, only Wedge. As you were.

[carbonhed]

Don't think I've had one of those fillets, are they hard to catch:laugh:



Not in Riversdale apparently :) Certainly becoming scarcer but once you've got them on the hook there's not a lot of fight in them. Fillets are recognisable because they're all identical and have the colour and texture of the sole of a corpses foot. HTH

Your recipe is much superior.

[Hawkeye]

Did someone say wedges? :eek:

Oh - no, only Wedge. As you were.

:laugh::clap::killingme:rofl:

[denefoster]

Anyone actually showing up tonight ? Figure I should try to make it to one of these this year !

[ecko_nzed]

Anyone actually showing up tonight ? Figure I should try to make it to one of these this year !

I'm more of a no one :stupid:, but I'll be there.

[davebullet]

I had to visit my accountant (tax time - was a depressing affair).

Well - here's hoping next week's weather is as much of a standout as this week.

[sinned]

It was a good turn out and some really nice bikes.

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[ecko_nzed]

It was a good turn out and some really nice bikes.

damn that's excellent quality video, what sort of camera is it?

[sinned]

Panasonic HDC-SD700
Raw quality is far better than what you see on youtube. The camera man needs more practice.

[Roxymoron]

Are the rides still held if the weather sucks?

[White trash]

Panasonic HDC-SD700
Raw quality is far better than what you see on youtube. The camera man needs more practice.

The first guy on the ZX10 needs to think about his overtaking spots a little more carefully........................

Naughty Kerry. Changed those tyres yet?:rolleyes:

[davebullet]

Are the rides still held if the weather sucks?


The first guy on the ZX10 needs to think about his overtaking spots a little more carefully........................

Sounds like the riding and weather sucks :laugh:

I might be up for it tomorrow. Tough as leather me.

[Gone Burger]

i reckon I will be able to make it next week. Working tomorrow night, but lets call it a date for next week :grouphug:

[Darryn]

Boy did Chris aka Carbonhead and I have a night to remember tonight

We arrived at the bottom of Paekakariki Hill and had just pulled onto the highway when a police station wagon pulled in front with its lights on and just crawled. We crawled behind thinking that it was some kind of moving block when the cop stopped and aggressively yelled at us to pull the bikes over
Well within a minute we have 3 cop cars and then the questions started
Turns out that 2 bikes had just been clocked doing 165+km southbound from Raumati straights and had done a runner

We said how we had been to Lower Hutt and then Rimutakas and were on our way home
One of the police asked if we could verify our story but really though we were telling porkies
I mentioned how we had just had our regos taken down at the duck pond tonight by another police car and how he could check with the lower hutt police to verify or call the manager at the Royal
Got to say that after I mentioned to the cop :Police:about been a bit aggressive when he pulled us over he then went on to say that he was going to knock us off the bikes using his station wagon had we not stopped
Shame how one policeman (middle aged and experienced) can alter you open view on the NZ Police

On the plus side it was a great group as usual and welcome to the new riders who joined tonight. Hope you guys had a great time :drinknsin

[mattathm]

Boy did Chris aka Carbonhead and I have a night to remember tonight

We arrived at the bottom of Paekakariki Hill and had just pulled onto the highway when a police station wagon pulled in front with its lights on and just crawled. We crawled behind thinking that it was some kind of moving block when the cop stopped and aggressively yelled at us to pull the bikes over
Well within a minute we have 3 cop cars and then the questions started
Turns out that 2 bikes had just been clocked doing 165+km southbound from Raumati straights and had done a runner

We said how we had been to Lower Hutt and then Rimutakas and were on our way home
One of the police asked if we could verify our story but really though we were telling porkies
I mentioned how we had just had our regos taken down at the duck pond tonight by another police car and how he could check with the lower hutt police to verify or call the manager at the Royal
Got to say that after I mentioned to the cop :Police:about been a bit aggressive when he pulled us over he then went on to say that he was going to knock us off the bikes using his station wagon had we not stopped
Shame how one policeman (middle aged and experienced) can alter you open view on the NZ Police

On the plus it was a great group as usual and welcome to the new riders who joined tonight. Hope you guys had a great time :drinknsin


Assholes!:angry:

[White trash]

I mentioned how we had just had our regos taken down at the duck pond tonight by another police car

Now THIS is interesting. So which ride is causing the probelms Constable Bruce, TRTNR or TCWNR?

No doubt you'll fill us in tonight.............

[ajturbo]

did you ask why they were taking down the rego numbers??

think I would have covered mine up if they were doing that....

Did you write down THEIR numbers???? if not, why not???

[Quasi]

C'mon Darryn - fess up:headbang: You and Chris are the Kapiti speed fiends!!
Hey - was great to see you all - what a turnout, lots of old friends and lots of new ones too. A perfect night for TCWNR.

[StoneY]

Got to say that after I mentioned to the cop :Police:about been a bit aggressive when he pulled us over he then went on to say that he was going to knock us off the bikes using his station wagon had we not stopped
Shame how one policeman (middle aged and experienced) can alter you open view on the NZ Police



Hi Darryn

Did you get this Police officers Badge Number?
That is a SERIOUS breach of Police pusrsuit policy, they are required to pull you over from behind, as you explained he seemd to be making a rolling block

To even suggest he was going to knock you both off is a serious misconduct on his behalf
PM me if you can identify the officer involved, I will be meeting with the regional commander in the near future, and will raise this incident with him

Patrick, Scumdog and many 'decent' cops who post here on KB would be aghast at this treatment

I know Chris's riding style very well from numerous WNCR's. I just cant see him or anyone he rides with requiring such hefty tactics.

Brent

[carbonhed]

Hi Darryn

Did you get this Police officers Badge Number?
That is a SERIOUS breach of Police pusrsuit policy, they are required to pull you over from behind, as you explained he seemd to be making a rolling block

To even suggest he was going to knock you both off is a serious misconduct on his behalf
PM me if you can identify the officer involved, I will be meeting with the regional commander in the near future, and will raise this incident with him

Patrick, Scumdog and many 'decent' cops who post here on KB would be aghast at this treatment

I know Chris's riding style very well from numerous WNCR's. I just cant see him or anyone he rides with requiring such hefty tactics.

Brent

Thanks Brent. No numbers unfortunately... thought about it too late.

The nasty prick was quite adamant that we were going to get punted if we'd failed to stop but didn't actually say "Pull over driver" or anything. We just bimbled along behind him for 50 or 60 metres wondering WTF was going on and then he indicated left and pulled across in front of us and we all came to a halt. Then we get the hyper aggression with him reaching for some device on his belt.

Both officers talked about knocking motorcyclists off their machines.

We just rode off the end of the Paekark Hill and into a pursuit situation that had nothing to do with us.

They had no ID on the fleeing bikes and we were handy.

Professionals my arse.

[carbonhed]

C'mon Darryn - fess up:headbang: You and Chris are the Kapiti speed fiends!!
.

Technically we're referred to as the "Scourge of Kapiti"... perhaps not fast but definitely badass... well Darryn is anyway :laugh:

[Stormer]

Looks like those cops have been watching too much of that american "Cops".
Getting all down and tactical.
And there was talk about ARMING this lot!
At least you all escaped intact.

[sinned]

Here is a video of the friendly cops.

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[John_H]

Thanks Brent. No numbers unfortunately... thought about it too late.

The nasty prick was quite adamant that we were going to get punted if we'd failed to stop but didn't actually say "Pull over driver" or anything. We just bimbled along behind him for 50 or 60 metres wondering WTF was going on and then he indicated left and pulled across in front of us and we all came to a halt. Then we get the hyper aggression with him reaching for some device on his belt.

Both officers talked about knocking motorcyclists off their machines.

We just rode off the end of the Paekark Hill and into a pursuit situation that had nothing to do with us.

They had no ID on the fleeing bikes and we were handy.

Professionals my arse.

I would seriously consider laying a complaint about that. It wouldn't be hard to track the officers in question.

[ajturbo]

C'mon Darryn - fess up:headbang: You and Chris are the Kapiti speed fiends!!
Hey - was great to see you all - what a turnout, lots of old friends and lots of new ones too. A perfect night for TCWNR.

What eveA.. I know how YOU ride........:devil2:

[Darryn]

What eveA.. I know how YOU ride........:devil2:

Its a magic illusion all done with smoke and mirrors :brick: if not its just a stuck throttle. Amazing what you can achieve with your eyes closed

[ecko_nzed]

I would seriously consider laying a complaint about that. It wouldn't be hard to track the officers in question.
2nd'd

It they expect us to behave :innocent:, they should too. :Playnice:

[_STAIN_]

Thanks Brent. No numbers unfortunately... thought about it too late.

The nasty prick was quite adamant that we were going to get punted if we'd failed to stop but didn't actually say "Pull over driver" or anything. We just bimbled along behind him for 50 or 60 metres wondering WTF was going on and then he indicated left and pulled across in front of us and we all came to a halt. Then we get the hyper aggression with him reaching for some device on his belt.

Both officers talked about knocking motorcyclists off their machines.

We just rode off the end of the Paekark Hill and into a pursuit situation that had nothing to do with us.

They had no ID on the fleeing bikes and we were handy.

Professionals my arse.


same was done to a mate of mine Mike a couple of months back, disco lights come on behind him southbound near Railway goods sheds Paekakariki, no where safe to stop, puts on left indicator to acknowledge and carries on toward safe stopping area at disused BP site. Cop car pulls up parallel with bike and then moves left and nudges Mike's right foot. In Mikes opinion this could have ended very bad to a less experienced rider. Carried on and pulled into the old BP site. Cop get out and immediately starts abusing him claiming he was trying to do a runner. It is time these arseholes using intimidating driving manner were made aware of the vulnerability of innocent motorcyclists before serious injury occurs.

[Deano]

Did I hear someone suggesting that TCWNR was nothing like TRTNR in that video ?

Pot, kettle LOL

Surprised they let you video it - its not legal to record cops anymore is it ?

[ajturbo]

same was done to a mate of mine Mike a couple of months back, disco lights come on behind him southbound near Railway goods sheds Paekakariki, no where safe to stop, puts on left indicator to acknowledge and carries on toward safe stopping area at disused BP site. Cop car pulls up parallel with bike and then moves left and nudges Mike's right foot. In Mikes opinion this could have ended very bad to a less experienced rider. Carried on and pulled into the old BP site. Cop get out and immediately starts abusing him claiming he was trying to do a runner. It is time these arseholes using intimidating driving manner were made aware of the vulnerability of innocent motorcyclists before serious injury occurs.


just get name and number.. most phones have cameras on them.. take their photo also.. problem will stop real quick ..

[Darryn]

What eveA.. I know how YOU ride........:devil2:

Any suggestions how I can keep up with that Chris would be appreciated.
Aha just have a thought! Na been his pillion still means I'm still bloody behind him :rolleyes:

[ajturbo]

ya all a bunch of plonkers... i was talking about Quassi!!!..:argue:

[Darryn]

yikes my mistake. Thought you were talking about Chris (that red devil) :devil2:

[Quasi]

yikes my mistake. Thought you were talking about Chris (that red devil) :devil2:

Geez - wake up Darryn- he was referring the the Yella Devil:rolleyes:


ya all a bunch of plonkers... i was talking about Quassi!!!..:argue:

But - i ride like an ol nana:sleep:

[ajturbo]

Geez - wake up Darryn- he was referring the the Yella Devil:rolleyes:



But - i ride like an ol nana:sleep:

like hell you ...!!! an ol nana that has woken up and faced that demon (da buell) and made stunning changes to her riding..!!!!:clap::clap::banana:

so much so that a certain Buell rider is doing a training day tomorrow with the same teacher.....:baby:

[sinned]

Surprised they let you video it - its not legal to record cops anymore is it ?

There are 3 states in the US where that is the case and a lot of debate. We have yet to get to that in god's own.

[Deano]

There are 3 states in the US where that is the case and a lot of debate. We have yet to get to that in god's own.

Thought it stemmed from covert cellphone recordings of Police in the course of their duty. Do you know if that is still legal ?

[Drogen Omen]

just saw todays news paper...

page A3 with pic of Katie pie in hospital with broken neck and back after crashing her new R6... :(

hope you get well :soon: Katie. we are all thinking of you.

like your comment in the paper. "it hasn’t put me off. I really want to find out what happened, so i can avoid it happening again. Biking is my life, i’ve met so many wonderful friends, i’d feel so empty if i wasn’t part of the scene."

[sels1]

Got the night off so will see ya's at the pond

[acidmax]

Still on for tonight? How many you expecting? And where to? cheers

[StoneY]

Sigh...domestic duties keeping me and the GIXA at home tonight
Have a safe ride all

[acidmax]

Thanks guys.. enjoyed the ride. Shame its almost the end of the summer season..but keen as to carry on in the weekends.. as i'm new to this here..keen to make contact with other riders and head out n enjoy the biking.. im central lower hutt. Derek 0274800112 cheers

[Gareth51]

Thanks guys.. enjoyed the ride. Shame its almost the end of the summer season..but keen as to carry on in the weekends.. as i'm new to this here..keen to make contact with other riders and head out n enjoy the biking.. im central lower hutt. Derek 0274800112 cheers

Nice to meet you Derek

[sels1]

hope you get well :soon: Katie. we are all thinking of you.
Saw Katie earlier today, she said to say hi everyone at the duckpond, and thanks for the messages

[mattathm]

If ya have any spare cash floating around it all adds up.
It would go to a good cause to get this chicky back on her feet and onto another :scooter: in due time.

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/136069-Katiepie-Donation-thread-%28a-Kiwibiker-whip-round%29?p=1130018591#post1130018591

[DrJekyll]

Can't believe i been in Petone for over a month and only just found this thread as Summer is coming to an end. :crybaby:

lookin' forward to more rides if you still go out in Winter??

Alisdair.

[sels1]

Can't believe i been in Petone for over a month and only just found this thread as Summer is coming to an end. :crybaby:

lookin' forward to more rides if you still go out in Winter??

Alisdair.
Not once Daylight Savings kicks over. However there are often weekend social rides through the winter so keep an eye on the 'Meetings and Events' thread

[acidmax]

Hey just sent you a msg.. Im central hutt, also with bandit 1250, running it in still - although the rimutakas have been adding on the kms fast (even with a current stuffed rear shok!) keen as to go for rides/adventures whenever.. weekends, evenings .. looking for biker buddy/s to go out and enjoy the trails with .. Cheers Derek 0274800112 :yes:

[StoneY]

Might try get the old Ridge Runners group going again this winter....been dead since last year as far as activity went

This was for regular weekend outings over the hill, generally the old Gladstone/Pahitua Track/home run

Had lots of fun on them rides...............

[John_H]

Might try get the old Ridge Runners group going again this winter....been dead since last year as far as activity went

This was for regular weekend outings over the hill, generally the old Gladstone/Pahitua Track/home run

Had lots of fun on them rides...............

Sounds like a good idea mate. Last year we used the Kapiti rides thread to organise the rides. Perhaps someone should start a dedicated weekend rides thread? Ridge runners is good but you have to know it's there to use it.

[Quasi]

we are setting up the kapiti riders group again, but open to all riders, as can pick up peoples along the way. will let you know more info soon:yes:

[John_H]

we are setting up the kapiti riders group again, but open to all riders, as can pick up peoples along the way. will let you know more info soon:yes:

Well done mon ami.

[DrJekyll]

Hey just sent you a msg.. Im central hutt, also with bandit 1250, running it in still - although the rimutakas have been adding on the kms fast (even with a current stuffed rear shok!) keen as to go for rides/adventures whenever.. weekends, evenings .. looking for biker buddy/s to go out and enjoy the trails with .. Cheers Derek 0274800112 :yes:

Sweet - i think i trying to 'run myself in', getting confidence n all. SO yeah - will catch up!

[Hawkeye]

Might try get the old Ridge Runners group going again this winter....been dead since last year as far as activity went

This was for regular weekend outings over the hill, generally the old Gladstone/Pahitua Track/home run

Had lots of fun on them rides...............

Sounds good to me :yes:

[StoneY]

Sounds like a good idea mate. Last year we used the Kapiti rides thread to organise the rides. Perhaps someone should start a dedicated weekend rides thread? Ridge runners is good but you have to know it's there to use it.

So, spread the word, LOL

We called it 'Ridge Runners' because we always left over the Rimutaka Hill
Had a few good rides too.

Quasi is focussing on the Kapiti rides, no reason we cant have all thos keen to do the Track/Rappa runs as members or even use the Wellington Group Rides facebook page to coordinate

Mind you...wont be doing too much riding till i get the KTM back with her sparkly new rims and new set of tyres...... the Gixxer really needs a 'birthday' before I doi many more miles on the poor old girl

[Rev DJ]

Yea, Ridge Runners, Kapiti Rides - bring it on...
But that still leaves the last Wednesday evening ride for this season coz daylight saving ends on Sunday... let's see if we can get a big group heading out tomorrow... weather will be sparkly!

[blackdog]

If I can get away from work early I'm a starter.

[Quasi]

damm - dont think my rear is going to see me over the hill and back:angry:

[Ocean1]

damm - dont think my rear is going to see me over the hill and back:angry:

Would you like someone to keep an eye on it for you?

[Cloggy]

damm - dont think my rear is going to see me over the hill and back:angry:


Would you like someone to keep an eye on it for you?
Yip, that was bound to attract some comment. :laugh:

[DrJekyll]

ok so its ya last one but it'll be a first for me! :shutup:

if anyone sees a random black Bandit with 2 lost-looking people on it pull into Avalon Park then please feel free to come say hi!!

[Gone Burger]

ok so its ya last one but it'll be a first for me! :shutup:

if anyone sees a random black Bandit with 2 lost-looking people on it pull into Avalon Park then please feel free to come say hi!!


Well guess what? It's on for me too. O.K well maybe not the actual RIDE... gees guys. But mum is going to take me in the car down to the duck pond early to be able to pass on my thanks to many of you. It was supposed to be however my only wed ride on tne R6 - do...will be cruishing in style in the mighty pulsar.

See you tomorrow night about 6pm at the pond :)

luffs you all. Cant wait to say hi. :love:

[Quasi]

you done too many drugs darlin:shit::blink: - you going tonight or tomorrow night??

[Gone Burger]

you done too many drugs darlin:shit::blink: - you going tonight or tomorrow night??

hahaha yes ok ok, one less portion of drugs please nurse.

Um what on earth are we today? Wednesday O.K.. tonight then. Gees, I miss my old self.

See you all TONIGHT at the pond xxx

[Cloggy]

See you all TONIGHT at the pond xxx
Looking forward to it. :yes:

[Bald Eagle]

Looking forward to it. :yes:

don't forget the wedges :sunny:

[sels1]

don't forget the wedges :sunny:

Or the garlic bread.....

I've got the night off tonight too so I'll see y'all there

[Rev DJ]

Great fun this evening - and a good turnout - was it 30, 35, or 40 bikes?? Thanks cloggy and JH for the blat round the lake - excellent fun :woohoo:.

And good to see KatiePie making an appearance - heal quickly... :yes:

[John_H]

Great fun this evening - and a good turnout - was it 30, 35, or 40 bikes?? Thanks cloggy and JH for the blat round the lake - excellent fun :woohoo:.

And good to see KatiePie making an appearance - heal quickly... :yes:

Twas a pleasure my friend. Great to see katie and her lovely sister at the duck pond. I'm not too keen on riding those rimutakas in the dark though!

[sels1]

Good turnout for the last TCWNR for the season....and extra good to see(to quote Quasi) "Our Wee Mate" there to greet us, crutches, halo and all

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[blackdog]

Twas a pleasure my friend. Great to see katie and her lovely sister at the duck pond. I'm not too keen on riding those rimutakas in the dark though!

Don't mind it, just not at pace! Leber left me for dust, maybe better blubs are in order.

36 bikes at my last count, but I think we had at least 10 comers after that too.

[girlzchris]

yup nice to see katie there and yes what an awesome turnout today...
really hate to ride in the dark with tinted visor... cant see anything at all... one big bug attached my eye when i open the visor while riding... damn bug!!!!

[ecko_nzed]

was a good ride, mostly....

Hamish got pulled over.:lol:
Friendly popo came to do a quick check on 4 bikes.:Police:
Katiepie turned up:grouphug:
Alan managed a hill start without taking out anyone's mirror.:woohoo:
good ride over and back.:2thumbsup
flat tire at PnJ:crybaby:
Bryce coming to my rescue :niceone:

Lastly, naughty Katie for putting on a tab at the Royal. Your friends have, and will continue to support you while you've taken a bit of a knock. The tab, while generous, was not needed. Just seeing you at the duck pond is enough acknowledgement that you appreciate it.

Don't make us tell your mum on you ;-)

[Eyegasm]

Lastly, naughty Katie for putting on a tab at the Royal. Your friends have, and will continue to support you while you've taken a bit of a knock. The tab, while generous, was not needed. Just seeing you at the duck pond is enough acknowledgement that you appreciate it.

Don't make us tell your mum on you ;-)

Agreed. I would rather her shout me a beer while she is on the ride.

And I'll see those that are not to chicken to ride during winter out on the road.

Peace!

[Ocean1]

Thank you for the beer KP, owe you one.

All those black label chasers on the tab was Sells, though.

And Dennis.

Can't trust the bastards as far as you can throw 'em.

[Maki]

What an awesome turnout. I was sadly stuck at work. :violin:

[Cloggy]

What an awesome turnout. I was sadly stuck at work. :violin:
Yeah, haven't seen you around for ages. You missed a good one.

And Katie putting a bar tab on? Missed it as we didn't stop at the pub (went for a blat around the lake). But that just sums up the person Katie is, still giving, even when she is the one who needs it most.

[John_H]

I believe there is a video of us going up the hill yet to be posted. Look forward to seeing that.

[blackdog]

I believe there is a video of us going up the hill yet to be posted. Look forward to seeing that.

Haha, I don't! I'd just got stuck behind a car a couple of corners earlier while the group I was with managed to sneak past.

I was going nicely though and would have been wide open through that sweeper except I saw a bike pulled over so buttoned off, sat her up and was going to check he was alright. :doh: :facepalm: :violin:

[John_H]

Haha, I don't! I'd just got stuck behind a car a couple of corners earlier while the group I was with managed to sneak past.

I was going nicely though and would have been wide open through that sweeper except I saw a bike pulled over so buttoned off, sat her up and was going to check he was alright. :doh: :facepalm: :violin:

I did a similar thing. I was pretty much last as there was a small group of us which left the car park late and saw the 'broken down biker'. Good spot to film though.