I'm looking for Christchurch Adv rides

[ShinySideUp]

Runs between Blythe rd and Stoneyhurst rd North of Motunau. it is a public road however it does run through two farms and you can easily go the wrong way onto private property so make sure you use a gps to stay on the legal road.

I spoke with one of the farmers and he didn't have a problem with people going through however he does have a problem with retards making a mess on the property which is fair call, I would be pissed off too, even worse he said one retard took a car up there, got in trouble and went back to him get the retard family out of the crap, he should have shot the retards and stopped the gene pool.

One other thing to consider is lambing is just starting up there and your presence could be annoying, not trying to stop you going but just give consideration to the properties as a working farms and everyone will be happy.

I know farmers can apply to restrict access at these times but if we all play nicely we should be sweet and enjoy a good ride with good views so take your camera too.


Thanks Paul. Sounds awesome. Will keep that one in mind for after lambing. I agree, consideration is the key to everyone being able to enjoy.

[flashg]

i have enough trouble riding forwards


Backwards,forwards.........maybe sideways if wet and slippery

[Buddha#81]

I'd be keen to join in if it was the first weekend......:-(

[Crim]

You guys up to try the CCC Loop again.

2nd weekend of October weather permitting, last year was a lot of fun.

I want to try it backwards this time around.

Might be keen, back is fixed - but not after "too" gnarly on my new Tiger 800XC :banana:

[Transalper]

Might be keen, back is fixed - but not after "too" gnarly on my new Tiger 800XC :banana:

If I took the TA I'd have more fun on the gravel version, bypassing both the muddy sections. Those bits are fun on the little bike with chunky tyres though.

[RMOTO]

my new Tiger 800XC :banana:

Congrats on the new bike mate, looking forward to catching up with you for a ride in the near future :niceone:

[Peeteey]

You guys up to try the CCC Loop again.

2nd weekend of October weather permitting, last year was a lot of fun.

I want to try it backwards this time around.

Sweet, am keen as always. Might still be packing the house for EQC but will try to get that all done before then :crazy:


i have enough trouble riding forwards

Ha ha, beat me to it!
Went for a hoon on the XT today, first time in ages. New bearings and newly sorted brake calipers, was great to be back on the bike! Went down some of Worsleys, check out the speedo, I was hoofing it! :scooter:

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[Peeteey]

While I think of it, am still keeping an eye out for a spare set of wheels for the XT600e. It's a '97 I think. If anyone has some lying around, knows of somewhere I could try or any other models that may fit, plz lemme know :) I wanna have one set for dirt/adventure, one set for road/commuting.

[Shoshoni]

Me and a buddy did the Waimak loop today, South Eyreton Ford on Harrs Rd is now repaired but the tree felling is about 700m before you get to Dog Trail Rd :brick:
Also on the South Side between Bleak House Rd and Cooks Rd they're felling trees across the road. We did notice that Weedons Ross Rd access was open to Mcleans Island.

[cynna]

and some more info

"Trail Bike Track between Miners Bank Road and Weedons Ross Road (South Bank Waimakariri):
There has been a significant washout on a section of track. The river bank is being repaired before the trail bike track is reinstated. Estimated timeframe is 3 weeks starting Thursday 11 September 2014. A diversion will be in place for the duration of the works, please follow all signage."

[Transalper]

You guys up to try the CCC Loop again.

2nd weekend of October weather permitting......

Got a trail ride on the Sunday but if you're going Saturday I'd likely be in.

[Trials Rider]

Got a trail ride on the Sunday but if you're going Saturday I'd likely be in.

Hey Carl

Doing the Nut Buster this Saturday, you should come and ride it on the WR

[Transalper]

Hey Carl

Doing the Nut Buster this Saturday, you should come and ride it on the WR

So you can have a go at running me over while I'm stuck under my bike somewhere stupidly difficult? I'm not so sure about that. <_<

[whatastoner]

Touché.............

[Trials Rider]

So you can have a go at running me over while I'm stuck under my bike somewhere stupidly difficult? I'm not so sure about that. <_<

Yip :yes: and just to add insult to injury :nya: I have new tyres :shit:

[Skinny_Birdman]

I'd be keen for the Sunday but can't do Saturday.

[Shoshoni]

I'd be keen for the Sunday but can't do Saturday.

The consensus at the moment is for a Saturday depending on weather conditions.
I'm thinking a 9:30am departure time with the route being 350k's.

[Skinny_Birdman]

C'est la guerre. Have fun!

[Buddha#81]

Anything happening this Sunday? The BMW is all legal and with a lower final drive :eek:

[Trials Rider]

The consensus at the moment is for a Saturday depending on weather conditions.
I'm thinking a 9:30am departure time with the route being 350k's.

FARK have you seen the metvew site for Saturday, it looks like P P P Pissing down and F F F Farken cold, we must have been bastards in our previous lives to get this.

Anyone got a big garage we can ride around in???

[Transalper]

FARK have you seen the metvew site for Saturday, it looks like P P P Pissing down and F F F Farken cold, we must have been bastards in our previous lives to get this.

Anyone got a big garage we can ride around in???

It's ok, it's (Shoshoni's neext CCC ride version) supposed to be the 2nd weekend of October and weather permitting.. on a Saturday. Not this weekend.

[Trials Rider]

It's ok, it's (Shoshoni's neext CCC ride version) supposed to be the 2nd weekend of October and weather permitting.. on a Saturday. Not this weekend.

Ah glad to see you were awake, well spotted Carl, you could go to the top of the class if we had one, ignore Trials Rider he is having a blonde moment (Again)

[Transalper]

....ignore Trials Rider he is having a blonde moment (Again)

And don't take parking lessons from him either....
At the Flagpole ride, it should have been such a simple manoeuvre.

[Trials Rider]

And don't take parking lessons from him either....
At the Flagpole ride, it should have been such a simple manoeuvre.

Ah well I can explain that, you remember the Elephants I told you about, well nothing to do with them.

I was simply showing Carl that parking in a nice flat perfectly safe area sometimes ends in an epic fail and even worse when he is standing there with his camera.

[cynna]

just got to put my forks back on and i will be all ready for saturday.....

[flashg]

just got to put my forks back on and i will be all ready for saturday.....


Nice. Did you do any mods or just the seals

[mattsdakar]

The consensus at the moment is for a Saturday depending on weather conditions.
I'm thinking a 9:30am departure time with the route being 350k's.

I take it the ride is still on this Saturday? I have a weekend off work so might join you guys

[Transalper]

I take it the ride is still on this Saturday? I have a weekend off work so might join you guys

Got it down for Saturday on my calander and the Amberly Trailride for Sunday.

[Trials Rider]

Got it down for Saturday on my calander and the Amberly Trailride for Sunday.

Shit you got a whole weekend pass, must have been lots of new flowers in the cemetery for you to get enough for the whole weekend, well done

[whatastoner]

Necromancy has its advantages then.

[whatastoner]

Forget that. I've just re read the previous post and I understand now.

[Trials Rider]

Forget that. I've just re read the previous post and I understand now.

Shit next you will be telling us you ride a Yamaha :bleh:

[whatastoner]

I'd rather flog a dead horse.

[whatastoner]

You guys have a great weekend. I'm off to the north island for the NI 1600.

[thepom]

On the AT ?

[whatastoner]

Of course. Comfy with good fuel range.

[RMOTO]

I'm off to the north island for the NI 1600.

Good times, have a great trip mate :niceone:

[Shoshoni]

Those that are coming along for the CCC Loop

Meet up at the Peg and leave from there Saturday morning 9:30am Departure time.

[cynna]

c u then - looking forward to it

[flashg]

I'll be there. Looking forward to it

[flashg]

Another great ride organized by Shoshoni. Great weather, Great traction where we ventured and of course Great company. Cheers

[Shoshoni]

I enjoyed that route it was a pleasant change doing more gravel than black top.

I'd have to say I was surprised how much of a dust bowl Random Spur Rd was, I wonder if Cynna found his bag?

And sorry to say Peeteey the batteries went flat at Cheviot so I didn't get your moment on camera.

What happened to TA on the way back to town you were following then you weren't?

[flashg]

Cynna text me he found his bag near the start of that track, so that's good.

[Transalper]

It was another one of those days filled with green hills and trees, blue skys and winding roads, a good day, cheers guys.

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On the way back I stopped at the Saltwater Creak Rest Area to clean my visor and lights, then add 'the vest' and power up for a toasty trip home.
When I reached the Kaiapoi turn off I decided to go visiting.

[cynna]

I enjoyed that route it was a pleasant change doing more gravel than black top.

I'd have to say I was surprised how much of a dust bowl Random Spur Rd was, I wonder if Cynna found his bag?


yep found the bag and secured it with a cable tie - didnt even think to come one here say im safe. came back to the end of random spur and just took the seal back to chch

was good to do random spur almost 3 times in one day - glad the bog wasnt a bog this time tho

[cynna]

anyone keen on edwards and malings pass on labour day - monday 27th

depending on weather and will have to check if edwards pass is open as they are waiting for it to dry out

[mattsdakar]

Very enjoyable day out guys, thanks to Shoshoni for organising it
I had to shoot home from Culverden as we had guests arriving for dinner, sounds like everyone got home safe and sound so mission accomplished!

[thepom]

Yeah I ll be up for Edwards and mailings pass tracks....might already be in hammer that weekend anyway...

[Peeteey]

Another great ride organized by Shoshoni. Great weather, Great traction where we ventured and of course Great company. Cheers

Absolutely, 'twas great fun, thanks all!


I enjoyed that route it was a pleasant change doing more gravel than black top ... And sorry to say Peeteey the batteries went flat at Cheviot so I didn't get your moment on camera.

Yep, even I almost enjoyed the gravel this time. The bike seemed to like the new tyres and adjustments to the bars I made by accident the night before, in the dark :)

Shame about that footage, that would've been some prime time home cinema right there I reckon, coulda won some cash on AFV! :corn: I'll see how my footage came out later on ...

[Peeteey]

And sorry to say Peeteey the batteries went flat at Cheviot so I didn't get your moment on camera.

Speaking of which, HERE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BTAeMs4oiok) it is. Peeteey's heart attack :nya:

[Crim]

Speaking of which, HERE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BTAeMs4oiok) it is. Peeteey's heart attack :nya:

it is private ?? is it that bad!?

[cynna]

Speaking of which, HERE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BTAeMs4oiok) it is. Peeteey's heart attack :nya:

love the sound effects - have you lowered your forks - they didnt look like they had much travel but forgot to ask you

[Peeteey]

love the sound effects - have you lowered your forks - they didnt look like they had much travel but forgot to ask you

No mods, I think it's just the way the XTs are. I think they're known for being a bit short. That's ok, my motorcross days are long over :)

[Peeteey]

it is private ?? is it that bad!?

Ha ha, oops, fixed that. :facepalm:

[whatastoner]

Great recovery. A lesser man would have lost it.

[cynna]

anyone keen on edwards and malings pass on labour day - monday 27th

depending on weather and will have to check if edwards pass is open as they are waiting for it to dry out


just heard back from doc - edwards pass wont be opening until novemeber as its too boggy. not worth going all the way there just for mailings pass so will be doing something closer if anyone is keen for monday

[Peeteey]

just heard back from doc - edwards pass wont be opening until novemeber as its too boggy. not worth going all the way there just for mailings pass so will be doing something closer if anyone is keen for monday

What are you thinking of instead?

[cynna]

one of the adv riding fb guys has a plan so will head along with him. forgot what the name of it was tho

[Transalper]

Got me a good pic for a face plant thread today, I'm sure I saw one a while ago from the Nelson/Blenheim guys in similar fashion.
Porika claimed me today, going down toward the lake at 'that' spot.
Done a beautiful job of taping my visor back on only to remember it needs to be open to get my glasses on AFTER the helmet is on.:doh:

Pic looking back up the track isn't so good, already picked bike up. Josh has one of the bike on it's side still.

Oh, and no injury other than the scratch on my nose and the torn Remote Moto sticker on front of my bike. Double take mirror and Alt Rider bags took a big hit but them and new pants all still in perfect condition, you wouldn't know they'd seen any action.

[NordieBoy]

Inside the pants OK too?

[Transalper]

Yes Nordie, not a mark on them or in them.:Pokey:

[Shoshoni]

Anyone interested in going for a plod through Lees Valley this weekend?

[badblackbuell]

Could be persuaded

[NordieBoy]

Christchurch is weird, can't see any hills from my window...

[Transalper]

Christchurch is weird, can't see any hills from my window...

You on the ground floor here somewhere? I can see port hills out one side of the Flat but nothing but roofs out the other. Oh and if I stick my head out far enough from the first windows mentioned I can see some of the Alpine Range, Arthurs Pass direction.

[Trials Rider]

Christchurch is weird, can't see any hills from my window...

Stand up and take another look, at your height you should see heaps, I thought it only short buggers like me that had these problems

[NordieBoy]

Was slumming it at an AirBnB over in Fendalton.
Home now...

[Trials Rider]

Was slumming it at an AirBnB over in Fendalton.
Home now...

Shit we might have to start calling you Posh Nordie

[NordieBoy]

Shit we might have to start calling you Posh Nordie

My minimum standard now is heated tiles in the bathroom and loo.

Sleeping bag and pillow on the bathroom floor, heaven.

:D

[Buddha#81]

Any rides on this Sunday?

[Trials Rider]

Any rides on this Sunday?

Waipara trail ride on sunday, Shellrock forest, is a good fun ride with good enduro deviations

[whatastoner]

Is that the one that goes past frog rock?

[Trials Rider]

Is that the one that goes past frog rock?

Yip starts on the Waipara side and goes up to the top where the cell tower is above Weka Pass, if it s a nice day you can see a long way so take the camera

[whatastoner]

That is my favorite trail ride. Must try and get to it.

[Peeteey]

Aw man, the KDX is out of action (no back brakes!)

[whatastoner]

You've got two days to sort it out. This ride is too good to miss.

[flashg]

I haven't done this one but I'm keen. Forecast was strong northwest winds for sunday. Wonder how that would affect things higher up

[flashg]

EDIT strong northerlies

[whatastoner]

Trials Rider. You still going tomorrow? What time you getting there?

[Trials Rider]

Trials Rider. You still going tomorrow? What time you getting there?

Yip sure am, I be will be there 9 - 9.15 ish, I will be on the Gas Gas, see you there

[whatastoner]

Ok. I'll be on a KTM. Red mitsubishi airtrek.

[Trials Rider]

Ok. I'll be on a KTM. Red mitsubishi airtrek.

OK I will be in my Grey Subaru outback with the light bar across the roof

[whatastoner]

Sweet. Will try and get close.

[Trials Rider]

Sweet. Will try and get close.

Sounds like a good plan

[Transalper]

Stop teasing me !!! This close to the looming Christmas holiday I'm trying to tighten my budget, would be about $80 spent between the entry and fuel, I should stay home an do the work I have waiting for me.

[whatastoner]

Or?...........................

[Trials Rider]

Stop teasing me !!! This close to the looming Christmas holiday I'm trying to tighten my budget, would be about $80 spent between the entry and fuel, I should stay home an do the work I have waiting for me.

OK tease tease tease, you should come out, have some fun then go back refreshed to do the work.

I wont tell you how much fun this ride is, that would be mean :bleh:

[whatastoner]

He's right TA. And anyone else out there, this ride is a peach.

[Trials Rider]

He's right TA. And anyone else out there, this ride is a peach.

Ha might feel like a rotten peach if you fall off but rest will be good

[Transalper]

Well woke up early and weather was perfect so after breakfast I went downstairs and changed my rear tyre back to the fresh one, made some lunch and headed off.
Was a pretty cool ride through the forestry bits then passing just over/behind Frog Rock and in time to see the old Train on the line.
Only incident I had was re loading the bike after the ride, should have pointed the van down hill or something first, lost bike and ramp but the guy next to me gave us a hand to recover and get it in, cheers.

Wind not as bad as expected.

[whatastoner]

Yes great day out. Managed two laps with TA and FlashG. We all got round accident free. Though St Johns was rather busy. Trials Rider kept disappearing into the enduro loops as usual. Bike went great. Even better, it's not mine.

[flashg]

Three laps for me 106.2 kms now i need a nap
Great riding with whatastoner & TA. Traction was great everywhere although some of the climbs in the forest were getting hard to manage ( getting well cut up) I kept thinking this would be real tough if wet. Todays bonus is the bike stayed clean. yay

[Trials Rider]

Was a good day, it was 36.10 kms including three Enduro deviations, dryer than last year so a bit more dust.

Always a good ride, the forest enduro deviations were the fun bit for me and now I am nucking fackered.

Good to catch up with the guys

I have attached a gps log of the day

[Trials Rider]

Hi Guys

I have been on a few rides organised by Shoshoni which have been awesome rides, so I thought I would return a favour and contribute to the Christchurch ADV ride list.

I have a neat ride called "Get lost in North Canterbury" starting in Kaiapoi, lunch at Rangiora and depending on time and weather out towards Loburn.

I have done part of the ride two up on my DR650 and then Carl (TA) came out , I went on the Beta 498 and we looked at the rest.

I have sworn Carl to secrecy not to say where were going or I will kill him or put him on a NASA rocket, yeah I know same thing.

This is all rideable on anything up to a DR650 size bike, anything bigger is welcome - I have a camera to capture the entertainment.

There is a bit of single track through trees and some ruts so it would be a bit tight for bigger bikes, we will be crossing creeks but nothing over your axle.

I am happy to run it Saturday or Sunday, whatever suits.

I know its short notice but it should be a fun trip

Meeting in Kaiapoi on North side of the Shell Shop 9.36 am and leave at 9.58am

[Kla-dong]

Great initiative. Would be in on Saturday and think about the Amuri trail ride on Sunday.

[Trials Rider]

Great initiative. Would be in on Saturday and think about the Amuri trail ride on Sunday.

Yes good point, Saturday weather looks good too.

[Peeteey]

Yes good point, Saturday weather looks good too.

Aw, why are all the fun rides being organised for the weekend that I'm chokka?

[cynna]

damn im out as well - someone take a big bike and let us know what its like


im looking at edwards/mallings passed on showday friday if anyone is keen

[FuzzG]

Yes good point, Saturday weather looks good too.
I'm a possible for Saturday depending on work and I had a bit of a lie down last weekend so my shoulder is still recovering

[Trials Rider]

Hi Guys

After looking on Myrides and getting PMs off forum I am going to postpone the trip for a weekend which isn't already packed, possible 22nd or 23rd November or 29th or 30th November.

let me know your thoughts and we will smack down a date.

Remember not to ask Carl where we are going as I don't want to have to kill him for something minor.

[Peeteey]

Hi Guys

After looking on Myrides and getting PMs off forum I am going to postpone the trip for a weekend which isn't already packed, possible 22nd or 23rd November or 29th or 30th November.

let me know your thoughts and we will smack down a date.

Remember not to ask Carl where we are going as I don't want to have to kill him for something minor.

Woo hoo! Reckon I might be able to make it then :Punk:

[mattsdakar]

Anyone else going to the Amuri trailride Sunday?

[Trials Rider]

Anyone else going to the Amuri trailride Sunday?

Hi Matt

Yes I am going

[Kla-dong]

Anyone else going to the Amuri trailride Sunday?

Coming if I get my muffler fixed tomorrow.
Would be interested to drive together up (save the planet). Have trailer for two or happy to load my bike on someones. From Waikuku Beach.

[flashg]

Anyone else going to the Amuri trailride Sunday?


Hi matt I'll be there as well

[Transalper]

Who around here is in to Adventure bike camping with tents overnighting in the wop wops?... or are we all in need of DOC Huts (never guaranteed to be empty though) or Pub beds now days?

[XF650]

Who around here is in to Adventure bike camping with tents overnighting in the wop wops?

Does Brass Monkey qualify:cold:?

[thepom]

Where you thinking about ?.....I prefer toilets as opposed to shitting in a bag and carrying it out with me....did enough of that in the military. ....

[Transalper]

Recently had a couple of people (one on KB, one not) approach me looking for other people interested in more than the usual day outings.
I'm sure there's quite a few of us here that are or would be in to that, might be good to do a few more weekenders.
Personally trying to think of what I did on the bikes in the last 12 months with KBers and there was probably only about 7 such trips counting the Clarance weekend, Edwards, Denniston/Edwards multi , the DB1k, a couple of Molesworth/Braeburn type trips with stop overs and of course the epic Bannockburn week and trip to it. Only one of those I camped alone.

There are lots of camp spots (mostly ~$6 DOC sites) with the minimum of a hole in the ground to go in if not a Hut of 4 or more bunks as well.

[cynna]

Who around here is in to Adventure bike camping with tents overnighting in the wop wops?... or are we all in need of DOC Huts (never guaranteed to be empty though) or Pub beds now days?

not quite the wopwops but will be riding down mack and haka pass to the longdrop rally in dec if anyone is keen- was going to do the black forest on the way home but now need to be back early to prob just the same way on the way home. rallys are about as far as i rough it these days

[thepom]

Biggest problem I see is ... can we carry enough bourbon wine and rum...

[ShinySideUp]

Had a blast at the Amuri School trail ride yesterday. Thanks for recommending it to us Carl. In the morning we did the main loop. The conditions were great and the scenery was awesome, taking in some great views of the Hurunui. Was kicking myself for leaving the camara back at the car.
Back to base for lunch, which was provided - burgers and home baking, with tea and coffee - what more could you ask for? Our 10-year-old didn't have too much energy left in the tank so after lunch we took the family loop. This turned out to be more technically challenging than the main course, with a mean rocky climb. I had visions of what my tank would look like if I attempted it myself so copped out of that section, letting my husband take the sherpa up. But my son went for it - after not much more than a year of riding, he is demonstrating how quickly he has out-skilled his mum!

Good fun!

[Transalper]

A pretty cruisy ride it was (the Amuri Trailride), done 3 laps myself, only took a couple of photos, here's one.

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[Trials Rider]

Yes was a good ride, main loop would have been more fun on a mobility scooter, there were four enduro deviations, the third was quite gnarly but mostly rideable.

Rode with Carsten (Kla-dong) on his newish KTM Freeride, he had been out the day before and got water in the carb so it turned into a Noride in a couple of places, we tipped the bike on its side and dumped a small amount of fuel and we were back to Freeride again.

I have attached the GPS log of the day

Highest elevation was 648 metres
Lowest point was down at the Hurunui river 131 metres
One lap was 28.50 with the first two enduro deviations

Also a couple of pictures, Carsten having a we peep talk with the bike and WA LA of he goes and a selfy of me and a convenient fence post.

Perfect weather and neat valleys

[JATZ]

Who around here is in to Adventure bike camping with tents overnighting in the wop wops?... or are we all in need of DOC Huts (never guaranteed to be empty though) or Pub beds now days?

I could be a starter T.A..... If you'll take out of towners :innocent:

[whatastoner]

There is a surcharge applicable to non canterbury residents. See TA for details.

[Trials Rider]

Mark forgot to add "cash surcharge" and also a tall tax so we will plenty out of JATZ :bleh:

[ShinySideUp]

Enjoyed the pics Carl and Paul. Thought I saw you Carl, tho hubby reckoned he couldn't spot your van. Yep, a cruisy ride but I vote no to mobility scooters - I couldn't handle being overtaken by one! :laugh:

[Transalper]

Enjoyed the pics Carl and Paul. Thought I saw you Carl, tho hubby reckoned he couldn't spot your van. Yep, a cruisy ride but I vote no to mobility scooters - I couldn't handle being overtaken by one! :laugh:

I gave a quick wave to someone I thought was you next to a black Sherpa nearish the start of the track on my left in the parking area while on my way back on to the course for my 2nd lap, I was following a mate on a KTM at time.

Not too sure about the mobility scooters but I actually pulled over myself to let kids past me a couple of times on course, or could have been the same kid twice.

[flashg]

An interesting start to my weekend. Was giving WR an oil change and spotted my clutch cable almost broken (badly frayed with about two strands holding) some phone calls to local dealers was no help. Was told Tracktion may be able to help with a repair. I rang them they made no promises but would try to fit it in. They rang me an hour or so later to say, Your going trail riding tomorrow. How good is that ? Great customer service. Sunday morning was driving through Belfast at 7.45 and bloody phone rings (breakdown at work) go and sort that. Back on the road 9.30. On the trail 10.45 managed four laps and two enduro bits 116.4 km's for me. It was a great day. Sure slept well last night.

[flashg]

Got up this morning Bloody garage broken into WR STOLEN, when does it stop ? So many bikes being stolen and not recovered. It was insured so will see how much i get paid out. 2012 WR 450

[Trials Rider]

Got up this morning Bloody garage broken into WR STOLEN, when does it stop ? So many bikes being stolen and not recovered. It was insured so will see how much i get paid out. 2012 WR 450

Bastards, hope you catch them

[thepom]

Holy shit mate..that is not good...what part of town you live in?

[ShinySideUp]

That really sucks. Sorry your bike got nicked.

[neels]

That sucks. :(

Reminds me that I should set the alarm for the garage whenever I'm not in there....

[ShinySideUp]

I gave a quick wave to someone I thought was you next to a black Sherpa nearish the start of the track on my left in the parking area while on my way back on to the course for my 2nd lap, I was following a mate on a KTM at time.

Not too sure about the mobility scooters but I actually pulled over myself to let kids past me a couple of times on course, or could have been the same kid twice.

Yep, I thought that was you. You were doing well to be heading out for your second lap at that time of the morning.

[whatastoner]

I'm sorry to hear that G. Did you notice anyone taking an interest at the weekend?

[flashg]

Thanks for the kind words guys and shinysideup. Never noticed anything odd i noticed a few late model WR's on the day. Mine shouldn't stand out, just another blue one. But it was mine

[pete-blen]

Got up this morning Bloody garage broken into WR STOLEN, when does it stop ? So many bikes being stolen and not recovered. It was insured so will see how much i get paid out. 2012 WR 450



Sorry mate... bloody low lifes.....

[flashg]

Holy shit mate..that is not good...what part of town you live in?


Northcote area, we now have black power living across the road, they saw nothing and they usually sitting out front drinking and smoking and laughing all night. If i get another bike how do i protect it ?? If they want it they will take it. Should be GRAND THEFT AUTO like in the states with more severe punishment

[whatastoner]

You keep it somewhere else.

[flashg]

You keep it somewhere else.


Got any room in your lounge M ??

[pete-blen]

Hope yer Tens well chained down..
In fact use a HT wire cable..bolt cutters don't work on them..

[whatastoner]

Always room in my garage for one more. Got another 650 AfricaTwin here at the moment. The one off trade me. Underground bought it.

[flashg]

Pete they moved the XT between the cars to get the WR out of the corner. Battery grinder with cutting disc works on chain and cable. This modern world is great for the criminal. My garage is even more secure than before, with more things planned. A yapping dog would have been good

[flashg]

Cheers Mark

[SE950]

That sucks Gordon, hard wire it to the mains, if it happens again bike and asshole will still be there

[Transalper]

Yea, going to the garage to discover that would make me sick. You have my condolences.

[cynna]

Northcote area, we now have black power living across the road, they saw nothing and they usually sitting out front drinking and smoking and laughing all night.


uuuuum you may be missing something there........

this is what you need

[flashg]

Cheers guys. It would have been safe at your place Ian, i like your idea about electricity. It does make ya sick TA. I was getting nice and fit with all my riding, need to sort something soon or i might get fat and lazy

[flashg]

uuuuum you may be missing something there........



this is what you need


Thats exactly what i needed but WR is gone now i don't need a dog

[Peeteey]

Fuck Flash, so sorry to hear that mate! Hopefully they break their necks on it ...

[Underground]

Karma will get them, but unfortunately it won't get your bike back. Arseholes!

[flashg]

Cheer's Peeteey and Underground sure do hope karma is gonna do its thing

[cynna]

Fuck Flash, so sorry to hear that mate! Hopefully they break their necks on it ...

be better if they die then our acc doesnt have to cover them

[Shoshoni]

Sorry to hear about your lose Gordon one of the worst things that could happen.

[flashg]

Cheers Shoshoni. Eventually I'll get paid out, that bike will never be seen again (just the way it is)i have been looking at what's out there, heap's to choose from, don't know what I'll get now

[thepom]

Ktm 690 maybe ?

[flashg]

Ktm 690 maybe ?


Love those KTM 690 Kenny but a bit heavy for my trail riding. Your 690 and a trail bike would cover everything i reckon

[cynna]

Cheers Shoshoni. Eventually I'll get paid out, that bike will never be seen again (just the way it is)i have been looking at what's out there, heap's to choose from, don't know what I'll get now

snap this bueaty up http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-798490395.htm

[rastuscat]

Try Dallington, North Beach, and any of the other Eastern burbs. You'll need an ADV bike to do most of that.

[thepom]

You.ll be keeping your ever watching eye out for it eh rastus...?

[whatastoner]

The twins are heading up the rainbow tomorrow. We have a key.

[cynna]

The twins are heading up the rainbow tomorrow. We have a key.

was nice today - no dust but was drying out a bit on the way home - we did the passes so only got as far as lake tennyson.

[whatastoner]

You did the passes today. I thought it was tomorrow. No dust eh? That's good. Might be a bit windy tomorrow. Jeff's taking his new AT home.

[cynna]

You did the passes today. I thought it was tomorrow. No dust eh? That's good. Might be a bit windy tomorrow. Jeff's taking his new AT home.

just me and kenny - there is another lot going thru tomorrow and staying the night at mt altimich is that who you are going with?

[whatastoner]

No. Might see them on the way.

[cynna]

they mentioned someone from Blenheim going with them - thought that could have been Jeff taking his baby home

[cynna]

The twins are heading up the rainbow tomorrow. We have a key.

seen the twins today

[whatastoner]

The twins are now triplets. Pics to follow. What were you doing.

[Underground]

seen the twins today

Geez, its hard to do anything without being noticed these days.
Is that a cop you've blurred out there :blink:

[whatastoner]

Here's the new addition in the middle.http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/11/15/30af903640223d0ec14cbf134899b005.jpg

[whatastoner]

And another one for the ladies.http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/11/15/854b04492c58ebbe47efaec62007a51d.jpg

[cynna]

Geez, its hard to do anything without being noticed these days.
Is that a cop you've blurred out there :blink:

the two africa twins stood out. na thats just the scratched spot on the lens of my gopro - was on the RnRs missing mates run - there were 50 bikes

im off to start a new thread now on how honda riders dont wave back

[Trials Rider]

the two africa twins stood out. na thats just the scratched spot on the lens of my gopro - was on the RnRs missing mates run - there were 50 bikes

im off to start a new thread now on how honda riders dont wave back

Ha Ha its not that they don't want to wave :facepalm:, it hard enough riding Rena ships without waving:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

Im off to put on a flame suit now:shit:

[Underground]

the two africa twins stood out. na thats just the scratched spot on the lens of my gopro - was on the RnRs missing mates run - there were 50 bikes

im off to start a new thread now on how honda riders dont wave back
Haha, it's really hard trying to wave out to 50 bikes without looking like you're learning to fly!

[Underground]

Ha Ha its not that they don't want to wave :facepalm:, it hard enough riding Rena ships without waving:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

Im off to put on a flame suit now:shit:

You'll keep :kick:

[Trials Rider]

Hi Guys, Take two

I have been on a few rides organised by Shoshoni which have been good rides, so I thought I would contribute to the Christchurch ADV rides.

I have a neat ride called get lost in North Canterbury starting in Kaiapoi, lunch at Rangiora and depending on time and weather out towards Loburn.

I have done part of the ride two up on my DR650 and then Carl (TA) came out , I went on the Beta 498 and we looked at the rest

This is all rideable on anything up to a DR650 size bike, anything bigger is welcome - I have a camera to capture the entertainment.

There is a bit of single track through trees and some ruts so it would be a bit tight for bigger bikes.

I am happy to run it Saturday or Sunday, whatever suits, the weather will be a decider so lets see what happens.

[Peeteey]

Hi Guys, Take two ...
I am happy to run it Saturday or Sunday, whatever suits, the weather will be a decider so lets see what happens.

Sounds great, you mean this coming Sat or Sun? I'd be keen for either, maybe Sat would suit a little more but as the actress said to the bishop, I'm easy :)

[Trials Rider]

Sounds great, you mean this coming Sat or Sun? I'd be keen for either, maybe Sat would suit a little more but as the actress said to the bishop, I'm easy :)

Yes this Sat 22nd or Sun 23rd, just looking at the forecast and Sunday does look a bit better but who knows what the weather will do.

Meeting place will be on the North side of the Shell Shop in Kaiapoi, we could meet at 9.45am and away at 10am

[Peeteey]

Yes this Sat 22nd or Sun 23rd, just looking at the forecast and Sunday does look a bit better but who knows what the weather will do.

Meeting place will be on the North side of the Shell Shop in Kaiapoi, we could meet at 9.45am and away at 10am

Hopefully Saturdays rain will keep the dust away and maybe make things nice and muddy! :woohoo:

[Trials Rider]

Hopefully Saturdays rain will keep the dust away and maybe make things nice and muddy! :woohoo:

Well my back tyre is about to retire from service, unfortunately the Beta 498 and rear tyres don't have the longest relationship, just on 2k and it is toast so my dilemma is do I change it for wet riding or hope its dry and finish it off

[Kla-dong]

Well my back tyre is about to retire from service, unfortunately the Beta 498 and rear tyres don't have the longest relationship, just on 2k and it is toast so my dilemma is do I change it for wet riding or hope its dry and finish it off

My preference would be Saturday.

Anybody going to BALMORAL & SANDFORD DOWNS Trail Ride ?

[Trials Rider]

Hi Guys

Been watching the weather and Sunday is the pick of the bunch so we will meet at 9.45am on the North side of the Shell shop in Kaiapoi, leave 10am

See you there

[Peeteey]

Hi Guys

Been watching the weather and Sunday is the pick of the bunch so we will meet at 9.45am on the North side of the Shell shop in Kaiapoi, leave 10am

See you there

Excellent. Is that the Z on the corner of Ohoka Rd?

[Trials Rider]

Excellent. Is that the Z on the corner of Ohoka Rd?

Sure is, see you then

[mattsdakar]

Sure is, see you then

Bugger, I'll be at work..ride sounds interesting...enjoy!

[Trials Rider]

Bugger, I'll be at work..ride sounds interesting...enjoy!

Yip it is good fun ride, I guarantee there will be places that you haven't been before, I will run it again and a variation another time.

Have fun dont kill any one

[Transalper]

....I will run it again and a variation another time....Like in the dark or something? :p Equipment testing time. (http://www.motomox.co.nz/shop/show_single_product.php?prod=156)

[Trials Rider]

Like in the dark or something? :p Equipment testing time. (http://www.motomox.co.nz/shop/show_single_product.php?prod=156)

Now there's a plan, I am keen, it would be fun

[bobupndown]

I tagged along on Pauls North Canterbury Trail ride today. Good company, good fun. Well done mate.

[Trials Rider]

Four of us had a good ride today from Kaiapoi up the Cust drain to top of Mt Thomas road and then back down beside the Ashley river in the tracks, there was a lot of trees down so we didn't get to do some of the tracks, we shifted branches to open up a couple of areas.

Into Rangiora for a pie and coffee then off over the Ashley bridge, hard left and up the North side of the river through various tracks then out on to the Ashley river up to the Okuku river and home.
Thanks to Ian, Peter, Carsten for a good day out.

Might have to run this in the dark for Carl TA

A couple if Pics, on the old bridge, shift trees, Beta on its side, to muddy for the stand to work, the guys riding through the hole.

Perfect weather, good bunch of guys.

[Kla-dong]

Thanks Paul for organizing and sharing your tracks and not-tracks :niceone:

[Trials Rider]

Thanks Paul for organizing and sharing your tracks and not-tracks :niceone:

Ha love it, my tracks, didn't know I owned them but sounds good to me, not a problem I really enjoyed the day

[Transalper]

Having only seen part of the route I was keen to go but it was someones birthday so had a nice day out visiting a few quiet sheltered beaches with the person whom just got older, and had a closer look at Ripapa Island from the kayaks instead of playing with you guys.

[Peeteey]

Yep, thanks for the great fun day! I'm not nearly as sore as I thought I'd be, whew.
Great tracks, I've not explored most of those places before, and nice company too, nice to meet you all.
Video to come soon assuming I can get permission from kla-dong's publicist :)

[Kla-dong]

Yep, thanks for the great fun day! I'm not nearly as sore as I thought I'd be, whew.
Great tracks, I've not explored most of those places before, and nice company too, nice to meet you all.
Video to come soon assuming I can get permission from kla-dong's publicist :)

Yeah, just contact my public relation office. No compromising material, like me picking up the bike from the mud hole. :facepalm: Never happened.

I wonder if there will be in the future a way to have a nice day in the woods without providing more material for your Google/Stasi/NSA/SIS dossier ?

@Paul, would be nice if you would own all this :)

[Jarvis87]

Just put my ktm 530 on trade me there
If anyone interested

[MXNUT]

Looking for suggestions from the locals for a half day ride in the christchurch area on saturday the 7th february on the way home from Bike week.
Will be doing Lees Valley on the way to Bannockburn so thats out.

Planning on staying at Methven the night before and I need to fill in around 4-5 hours before catching a plane back to
Hamilton that afternoon ( Flying back to CH/CH a week later for a work conferrence and the DB ).

I thought that I had read about some good tracks on banks penninsula on this thread in the past but couldnt find the posts.

Dont want anything super technical as my rear tyre wont be too flash be that stage, and I would need to be on a plane at 2.30pm.

Any route suggestions welcomed........

[mattsdakar]

Looking for suggestions from the locals for a half day ride in the christchurch area on saturday the 7th february on the way home from Bike week.
Will be doing Lees Valley on the way to Bannockburn so thats out.

Planning on staying at Methven the night before and I need to fill in around 4-5 hours before catching a plane back to
Hamilton that afternoon ( Flying back to CH/CH a week later for a work conferrence and the DB ).

I thought that I had read about some good tracks on banks penninsula on this thread in the past but couldnt find the posts.

Dont want anything super technical as my rear tyre wont be too flash be that stage, and I would need to be on a plane at 2.30pm.

Any route suggestions welcomed........

Hi Mark,

You're not really going to have time to do a lot but you could either head from Methven up SH 77 to near Glentunnel, t/off towards Whiteclifffs and go thru Waianiwaniwa Rd to Sheffield then pickup Sh 73 to the Waimakariri gorge bridge then head to Christchurch along the south side of the Waimak River...just follow your nose, you won't get lost or...

Head to Little River then turn left soon after and take gravel road to Port Levy and back to Christchurch via Purau and Diamond harbour.
There are lots of other tracks on Banks Peninsula but given your flight departure etc can't see you having the time to go to far

Rgds

[Trials Rider]

Looking at doing a ride up to Waipara Gorge from Stringers bridge on Saturday afternoon if any is keen.

We will meet on the North side of the Kaiapoi shell shop and leave 12.30pm

If you haven't been there this is a picture of the gorge, it is a n awesome place and because the river is very low it is easy going.

let me know if you are keen

[Transalper]

Saturday.... We will meet on the North side of the Kaiapoi shell shop and leave 12.30pm

Saturday, Kaiapoi shell shop (it's a Z actually) and leave 12.30pm... see you there.:done:

[Trials Rider]

Saturday, Kaiapoi shell shop and leave 12.30pm... see you there.:done:

Sounds good to me, there is a bakery up the road if you want to take some play lunch with you.

Supposed to be 27 deg so cold drinks will be in order.

[ShinySideUp]

Hope you guys have a great day. We haven't made it to the Waipara River yet and hope to explore sometime soon. Our little fella rides a ttr 90 so would be good to know if the river levels are suitable for him to be on his own bike, or whether to take him as a pillion.

The gorge photos you posted look great. Is this the end of the trail or are the river levels so low that you can ride through the gorge?

Have fun!

[whatastoner]

Carl says thanks.

[Trials Rider]

Hope you guys have a great day. We haven't made it to the Waipara River yet and hope to explore sometime soon. Our little fella rides a ttr 90 so would be good to know if the river levels are suitable for him to be on his own bike, or whether to take him as a pillion.

The gorge photos you posted look great. Is this the end of the trail or are the river levels so low that you can ride through the gorge?

Have fun!

Yes right now would be your best opportunity to get up there, very low water, TTR90 would be fine

yes it is the end and no you can't get through on a bike, I have driven through it years ago but floated my truck out the bottom end.

Yes it is a neat place, well worth having a look

[Muzz67]

Anyone goin anywhere on Wednesday or Thursday?
Lookin for a wee adventure on the way to Bannockburn,
cheers,
Muzz.

[Trials Rider]

Hope you guys have a great day. We haven't made it to the Waipara River yet and hope to explore sometime soon. Our little fella rides a ttr 90 so would be good to know if the river levels are suitable for him to be on his own bike, or whether to take him as a pillion.

The gorge photos you posted look great. Is this the end of the trail or are the river levels so low that you can ride through the gorge?

Have fun!

We had a good ride, river was very low so easy going :niceone:, Carl TA did manage a wee lay down :shit: in one of the crossings but thankfully only a cup of water in the bottom of a the air box so all good :niceone:.

Carl was lucky my side stand sunk into the shingle so I didnt get a picture :no:, may be next time.

A couple of pics of two old buggers trying to look cool, not sure about Carls tea pot impressions though :bleh:

Dont worry Carl those Klim pants dont make your arse look fat :laugh::no:

[ShinySideUp]

We had a good ride, river was very low so easy going :niceone:, Carl TA did manage a wee lay down :shit: in one of the crossings but thankfully only a bit cup of water in the bottom of a ther air box so all good :niceone:.

Carl was lucky my side stand sunk into the shingle so I didnt get a picture :no:, may be next time.

A couple of pics of two old buggers trying to look cool, not sure about Carls tea pot impressions though :bleh:

Dont worry Carl those Klim pants dont make your arse look fat :laugh::no:


We enjoyed your report and the pics. Been tinkering on the bikes today and, all going well, will venture to the river tomorrow.:woohoo: Not sure what section we will explore. The gorge sure looks a nice spot.

Glad you had a great time. :2thumbsup

[Trials Rider]

We enjoyed your report and the pics. Been tinkering on the bikes today and, all going well, will venture to the river tomorrow.:woohoo: Not sure what section we will explore. The gorge sure looks a nice spot.

Glad you had a great time. :2thumbsup

Yes we had a good ride, definitely put the gorge on the hit list, you will love it

[flashg]

We had a good ride, river was very low so easy going :niceone:, Carl TA did manage a wee lay down :shit: in one of the crossings but thankfully only a cup of water in the bottom of a the air box so all good :niceone:.

Carl was lucky my side stand sunk into the shingle so I didnt get a picture :no:, may be next time.

A couple of pics of two old buggers trying to look cool, not sure about Carls tea pot impressions though :bleh:

Dont worry Carl those Klim pants dont make your arse look fat :laugh::no:


Somehow i missed this ride and we were just talking about it last sunday Paul, never mind it's a great ride and i hope to catch the next one. Glad to see you guys had heaps of fun. Carl that was you and me last summer that reached the gorge

[Trials Rider]

Somehow i missed this ride and we were just talking about it last sunday Paul, never mind it's a great ride and i hope to catch the next one. Glad to see you guys had heaps of fun. Carl that was you and me last summer that reached the gorge

Bugger, I must admit throwing on KB on Friday night for Saturday is not much notice but I had a window of opportunity to go so I went.

I have a few more rides to do this summer so keep an eye on this thread

Will hopefully give more notice so guys that are keen to go get enough time to go to the cemetery and get flowers for the boss

[XF650]

We had a good ride, river was very low so easy going :niceone:, Carl TA did manage a wee lay down :shit: in one of the crossings but thankfully only a cup of water in the bottom of a the air box so all good :niceone:.

Carl was lucky my side stand sunk into the shingle so I didnt get a picture :no:, may be next time.

A couple of pics of two old buggers trying to look cool, not sure about Carls tea pot impressions though :bleh:

Dont worry Carl those Klim pants dont make your arse look fat :laugh::no:

Great spot there TR & from memory amazing rock formations. A lot more water than that when I took my jet boat through though.

[Trials Rider]

Great spot there TR & from memory amazing rock formations. A lot more water than that when I took my jet boat through though.

Tis a great spot and yes the limestone walls and rock formations are something else.

Are yes you wouldn't even get up the river in a boat at the mo, lots of gravel rash

[ShinySideUp]

We got to explore the Waipara River today. On your suggestion, Paul, we headed up towards the gorge. We went in at Stringers Bridge. It was sweltering up there - after an hour or so we took a break to cool off in the river. We got as far as a private property trespass sign, which stopped us in our tracks to scratch our heads. Were itching to carry on, but our son was tiring in the heat so we decided to turn around and head back at this point. Would be interested to know how far away we were from the gorge.

We encountered some slimy, slippery fords. Our boy had a couple of mishaps, and I duckwalked across in a couple of places out of fear of giving my bike a dunking, but thankfully, no dramas. The gravel was soft in places, working the core muscles, but all part of the fun. On the return leg we were spurred on by the thought of cold ginger beers waiting for us at the car.

The limestone walls along the way were impressive - we enjoyed having such a scenic spot to ourselves. Awesome.

[Trials Rider]

We got to explore the Waipara River today. On your suggestion, Paul, we headed up towards the gorge. We went in at Stringers Bridge. It was sweltering up there - after an hour or so we took a break to cool off in the river. We got as far as a private property trespass sign, which stopped us in our tracks to scratch our heads. Were itching to carry on, but our son was tiring in the heat so we decided to turn around and head back at this point. Would be interested to know how far away we were from the gorge.

We encountered some slimy, slippery fords. Our boy had a couple of mishaps, and I duckwalked across in a couple of places out of fear of giving my bike a dunking, but thankfully, no dramas. The gravel was soft in places, working the core muscles, but all part of the fun. On the return leg we were spurred on by the thought of cold ginger beers waiting for us at the car.

The limestone walls along the way were impressive - we enjoyed having such a scenic spot to ourselves. Awesome.

Yes it gets bloody hot in there, bugger you were only a few minutes from the gorge, ignore that sign, it is designed to intimidate people and keep them out from a farmer who thinks he owns the river, (he doesn't)

Yes there is a bit of snot in the river at the moment and when the snot is on the lime it is greasy.

We at least you get to play another day

[ShinySideUp]

A couple of pics from our ride up the Waipara River yesterday.

[Trials Rider]

A couple of pics from our ride up the Waipara River yesterday.

Good pics, I see you stopped in front of the big slip, it looks like to blocked the river for a bit.

[Trials Rider]

Hi All

Very late notice but the South Island Trials Champs are on in Western Valley tomorrow, Sunday 1st March from 10.30 am

I am there marking for the day, always good to watch the top guys.

Glad to see they have taken on board all the training I have given them :yes::shit::facepalm::bs::no: ok maybe not

[mattsdakar]

Hi All

Very late notice but the South Island Trials Champs are on in Western Valley tomorrow, Sunday 1st March from 10.30 am

I am there marking for the day, always good to watch the top guys.

Glad to see they have taken on board all the training I have given them :yes::shit::facepalm::bs::no: ok maybe not

Is that the "Don't do as I do" training method?

[Trials Rider]

Is that the "Don't do as I do" training method?

You got it, I have got fails down to a T :nya:

[Transalper]

Lees Valley - tomorrow (Sunday 3rd May 2015).
Starting 10am at the Peg, Belfast.

[Shoshoni]

Lees Valley - tomorrow (Sunday 3rd May 2015).
Starting 10am at the Peg, Belfast.

I would like to join you on the ride but it's too short of notice for me, I have other plans for Sunday.

[whatastoner]

The ISDT are on in Fort William. Might go check it out.

[Peeteey]

Lees Valley - tomorrow (Sunday 3rd May 2015).
Starting 10am at the Peg, Belfast.

Aw man, too short a notice! Have fun anyhoo, lucky buggers :)

[Shadowjack]

Nice day forecast - I'll take a run in from the Oxford side and see whoever is there at the river.

[pete-blen]

Weather looks good for sunday...
Thinking I might take a ride up to Lake Sumner...
not been there yet....

[Trials Rider]

Weather looks good for sunday...
Thinking I might take a ride up to Lake Sumner...
not been there yet....

Where are you meeting and what time?

Weather OK http://www.yr.no/place/New_Zealand/Canterbury/Lake_Sumner/long.html

[pete-blen]

Where are you meeting and what time?

Weather OK http://www.yr.no/place/New_Zealand/Canterbury/Lake_Sumner/long.html


How about Wood End at 10.... since you are in Kaiapoi.....




.

[Trials Rider]

How about Wood End at 10.... since you are in Kaiapoi.....




.

How about 9am or is that too early??, just thinking of making use of the day

[pete-blen]

How about 9am or is that too early??, just thinking of making use of the day

no probs.... 9 it is...

[Trials Rider]

no probs.... 9 it is...

Awesome, see you there

[Transalper]

There's a Peninsula ride Sunday as well set up on Facebook, 10am linwood ave BP. Don't think I'm going to be at either one but ya never know, that may change.

I miss having all the rides advertised on just one site.

[Trials Rider]

There's a Peninsula ride Sunday as well set up on Facebook, 10am linwood ave BP. Don't think I'm going to be at either one but ya never know, that may change.

I miss having all the rides advertised on just one site.

Ok I have organised a short cut through a farm on the way back from Sumner and possibly another short cut through another farm, looking good

[pete-blen]

Bugger....
I have a misfire that i am unable to track down...
Really starting to hate computer controled shit..
It's not to far from being parked in the hedge with
the pitbike & forgotten about...

So looks like I will be working on the bike not riding it
tomorrow,,,

[Trials Rider]

Bugger....
I have a misfire that i am unable to track down...
Really starting to hate computer controled shit..
It's not to far from being parked in the hedge with
the pitbike & forgotten about...

So looks like I will be working on the bike not riding it
tomorrow,,,

Well there was only three riders on the trip today, me , myself and I :woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:, so I then had a choice of leading trip leader or being tail end charlie :argue:, I didn’t want the dust so I lead the trip :done:. I haven’t been to loch Katrine for 15 plus years, last time I was there all the batches were there.

I mucked around in some creeks and banks on the way in only to fall off on flat ground while not paying attention so gave myself the DOF award :nya:.

Anyway I had a nice relaxing play day on the Beta 498, it is a cool adventure bike :2thumbsup.

Nice day, nice ride and plenty of photos

[JayDNZ]

I miss having all the rides advertised on just one site.

Hey Mate - Any other sites I should keep an eye on for rides?... Lived in Chch for 6 years but noob on the adventure bike scene... cheers! :2thumbsup

[Trials Rider]

Hey Mate - Any other sites I should keep an eye on for rides?... Lived in Chch for 6 years but noob on the adventure bike scene... cheers! :2thumbsup

This tends to be the main page, there is a Facebook page but its a national page and unless you see it, its gone in the traffic, best to book mark this page.

[cynna]

canterbury rally is on this weekend - in case anyone is planning on doing lees valley

http://www.autosport.org.nz/assets/Uploads/regs/2015/2015-05-30th-Canterbury-Rally-Map-Compressed-1MB.pdf

[Transalper]

Hey Mate - Any other sites I should keep an eye on for rides?... Lived in Chch for 6 years but noob on the adventure bike scene... cheers! :2thumbsup


This tends to be the main page, there is a Facebook page but its a national page and unless you see it, its gone in the traffic, best to book mark this page.

Pretty much what he said and the reason I miss stuff being mostly done here is exactly that, if you aren't constantly checking it then the local rides do get lost in the Facebook feed never to be found until it's too late. Either that or they are blocking me. :brick:

Have a look at remotemoto.com (http://remotemoto.com)and back through this thread for ideas. Don't wait for us to get organised, if you want to do something post here and if we can we will come, heck we may even lead but we all seem to need a kick in the pants to get us started at the moment.

[GeoffG]

I'm glad I came accross this forum, like others its hard to find like minded riders. am keen for a few rides around Canterbury so Iwill be reading this forum with interest.

Cheers, Geoff

[badblackbuell]

Anyone heading out for any day rides Sunday/ Monday?

[Transalper]

Brass Monkey Tomorrow, ride home Sunday, warm up and staying in bed Monday.
Have a good one what ever you do.

[timg]

Brass Monkey Tomorrow, ride home Sunday, warm up and staying in bed Monday.
Have a good one what ever you do. Couldn't make the Brass this year but will be out on Sunday to catch up with some mates returning from it. Keep an eye out for the Katiem - probably stopped in Kurow scoffing Jimmy's mutton pies :rolleyes:

[Dr z-tard]

I have a drz400sm and run a avon distanza on the back, havn't done heaps of shingle or dirt riding so can't get too dirty but want to go out next weekend anyone keen?

[Transalper]

I am free on the Sunday.
Front tyre choice can make more of a difference to control than rear.... unless going uphill.

[pete-blen]

I am free on the Sunday.

A one day special ?

Think/hope I found my little prob... See if I get it back togeather in time...
fuel leak in the pump houseing.. O-ring didn't seat correctly
so not enough pressure at the injector...




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[Dr z-tard]

My back tire was worn last wof so needed replacement havn't got around to replace front but will at some stage went up the hill today nice weather for it, kind of breezy though312478

[Shoshoni]

Anyone still thinking about going out on Sunday for a quiet ride?

[Dr z-tard]

Depending on weather I'd be keen but I'm on call for work

[Transalper]

I'm still free on Sunday but nothing planned, you got a route in mind?

[Shoshoni]

I'm still free on Sunday but nothing planned, you got a route in mind?

No route planned, I'm testing a rear tyre for Linton so I was just thinking about a nice relaxed cruise somewhere doing gravel roads.

[badblackbuell]

I'm keen. Where and what time?

[Peeteey]

Have fun you lucky buggers!

[JayDNZ]

No route planned, I'm testing a rear tyre for Linton so I was just thinking about a nice relaxed cruise somewhere doing gravel roads.

I'd be keen, just need to find a babysitter for the day as the Mrs is otherwise engaged... What time and where you guys setting off from?... Assuming you don't mind some L plates tagging along?? :facepalm:

The L plate smashed off on my first ride on gravel of course, haven't replaced it yet :innocent:

[Transalper]

Well since we can't come up with a plan Dean says.....

10am bp linwood. Through the tunnel, round the bay, over the hills and far away. Lunch will be a picnic up the hill somewhere.
That's a meet at 10am depart not long after.

I say ok to that, but packed lunch is a bit scary.
mmmmm might pack a flask, cold toasty and an apple. Not so scary after all.

[JayDNZ]

Well since we can't come up with a plan Dean says.....

10am bp linwood. Through the tunnel, round the bay, over the hills and far away. Lunch will be a picnic up the hill somewhere.
That's a meet at 10am depart not long after.

I say ok to that, but packed lunch is a bit scary.
mmmmm might pack a flask, cold toasty and an apple. Not so scary after all.

Sounds like a fine plan... Particularly the flask, cold toastys go okay too, no need to pimp them up.. cheese and marmite does the trick every time!

[Shoshoni]

Well since we can't come up with a plan Dean says.....

10am bp linwood. Through the tunnel, round the bay, over the hills and far away. Lunch will be a picnic up the hill somewhere.
That's a meet at 10am depart not long after.

I say ok to that, but packed lunch is a bit scary.
mmmmm might pack a flask, cold toasty and an apple. Not so scary after all.

Sounds like a plan

What wait no Bacon & Egg Toasties and Hot Chocolate at Little River... :blink::eek5::weep:

[Transalper]

What wait no Bacon & Egg Toasties and Hot Chocolate at Little River... :blink::eek5::weep:

I knooow :facepalm:!!!

[Dr z-tard]

Metservice says it's going to rain 10 am on the dot but the other sites say itl be fine, don't know who to believe, room for another rider?