I'm looking for Christchurch Adv rides

[pete-blen]

Are you guys still doing this day ride?
If you don't mind another one tagging along, what time and where will the meeting place be?


Not me this time....
Go out to Weedins Ross Rd have a play
on the new toy for a couple hours....

[mattsdakar]

Hey fellas,
I have a family commitment in late afternoon, so going to shorten ride to just Lees Valley (u other guys are welcome to carry on to Lake Sumner, I have ok'd it with the station owner).
Meet at the Peg, will be leaving there at 0900 (catch up if u are late).
Will head thru Loburn, time allowing I will show you a interesting wee loop in McDonald Downs then I will be coming back thru Oxford and Sth side of Waimak

See you at 0850

[cynna]

bit early for me - too used to working nights. will see you guys next time

[Transalper]

Bit of bad news for this plan, the bridge between Rangiora and loburn is closed again (was open) due to raising river lever (Last updated 1.10 pm 6/7/13). Report here. (http://www.waimakariri.govt.nz/services/roads_transport/bridge-status.aspx)

Also the main water crossing in Lees Valley is running high today at almost 60 cumec.

I think I'm still in so hope to see ya at the meeting place for what ever happens.

[Shoshoni]

Bit of bad news for this plan, the bridge between Rangiora and loburn is closed again (was open) due to raising river lever (Last updated 1.10 pm 6/7/13). Report here. (http://www.waimakariri.govt.nz/services/roads_transport/bridge-status.aspx)

Also the main water crossing in Lees Valley is running high today at almost 60 cumec.

I think I'm still in so hope to see ya at the meeting place for what ever happens.

Was just about to post about Okuku River flow running high, been through with others when it was running at 10 cmps which was knee height don't think I'm game to try it running 40+.

[mattsdakar]

Was just about to post about Okuku River flow running high, been through with others when it was running at 10 cmps which was knee height don't think I'm game to try it running 40+.

Yep, just spoken to Bill McDonald from McDonald Downs he warns that we won't get across the Okuku River and that he didn't really want us thru his property at the moment as he has all his sheep down on the road in case of snow so lets flag Lees Valley.

Lets go back to plan A - Purau - Port Levy - Little River etc etc
See everyone at Shell Cashmere at bottom end of Colombo St at 0900

Chur

[Transalper]

...
Lets go back to plan A - Purau - Port Levy - Little River etc etc
See everyone at Shell Cashmere at bottom end of Colombo St at 0900

Chur

Cool......

[hilslamer]

Lets go back to plan A - Purau - Port Levy - Little River etc etc
See everyone at Shell Cashmere at bottom end of Colombo St at 0900


Probably in; getting up early to finish prepping my bike and gear...hitting the sack now...

[Transalper]

Home again. Only fell over once myself... descending Middle Road. Always been a bit slippery that one.
Back wanted to overtake front and I forgot how to save it until it was all over.

[Shoshoni]

Was a good day out we went over Western Valley Rd stopped at Little River for refreshments before heading up to Reynolds Valley Rd there was a bit of traffic about on Bossu Rd.
No offs for us, the low sun was more pain in the a**

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TA did you catch up with Matt? or were we chatting too long :lol:

[pete-blen]

Went out to Weedons Ross Rd... Didn't get a lot of rideing in...
As there was a classic twin shock trials event on there...
Spent most of the time watching that... I really need to get
my 77 Montesa Cota 348 up and going.. They run a event
once a month... old school bikes on old school style courses :niceone:

The single tracks were a mix of mud & puddles in places other sections
were totaly dry... thank god for the new set of Michelin AC10's think
they were all that kept me up right a few times... 130kg 250 is
a lot of fun after a 175kg 660

[Transalper]

.....
TA did you catch up with Matt? or were we chatting too long :lol:
Yep, they did an extra little explore sy Purau while I went thru and came up behind me at the top of Western Valley.


Went out to Weedons Ross Rd... Didn't get a lot of rideing in...
As there was a classic twin shock trials event on there......
Nice one, pretty sure I know one of the guys that would have been there.

[pouakai]

Yep, they did an extra little explore sy Purau while I went thru and came up behind me at the top of Western Valley.


Nice one, pretty sure I know one of the guys that would have been there.

Did i see you coming out through LR bout 1130 with two in front ? I was there with some tar babies for the weekly Akaroa GP. Bloody good day out today!

[Transalper]

Did i see you coming out through LR bout 1130 with two in front ?..
Sounds about right time and I was indeed third of three though I was often lagging more like a minute or so behind.
We all turned left and headed up to Bossu Rd across the valley above Little River and had lunch on the side of the road up there while waiting for Matts metal putty patch to set. The XR had developed a small oil leak where the rear brake lever impacted the engine case earlier.
It was lunch with a view, then he topped up the oil and we continued on.

[Transalper]

Have another free day Sunday, no $$ in the bank again so might just pop out to the Waimak for a bit. Probably van the bike out this time.

[pete-blen]

Have another free day Sunday, no $$ in the bank again so might just pop out to the Waimak for a bit. Probably van the bike out this time.

sounds good...
won't get side tracked this time....:laugh:

the new suspension links arrived..my little stubby legs won't dangle so much....:facepalm:

[Transalper]

yeh so um.... it's quite wet and windy outside.
Might go do work instead.

[Shoshoni]

Anyone interested to go through Lees Valley Sunday, going in through Loburn side as not to get sun strike.

[thepom]

Yeah i.m keen...was thinking sat but I.m good foe sunday too...name time and place...

[bushy]

Bugger cant make Sunday otherwise would have been a starter. Have a good ride.

[Skinny_Birdman]

TA and I had planned to go for a ride anyway, so we're in. Meet at t'Peg? Time?

[Transalper]

Yep, river flow looks good, Cones Rd bridge is open too so only question is indeed what time?.... oh and will thepom actually show up this time :corn:
It'll be onboard the Transalp for me this round.

[Shoshoni]

I was thinking about meeting at the Peg 10:30 for 11am departure, call me soft but I want to see the sun shine and no ice or snow on the ground :baby:

[Transalper]

Done.......

[Mushu]

Would there be room for a adv noob like me and my DR, the trail looks like fun. Does anybody have tire levers I can borrow tomorrow to prepare, I got a slow leak in my rear tube.

[Transalper]

Would there be room for a adv noob like me and my DR, the trail looks like fun. Does anybody have tire levers I can borrow tomorrow to prepare, I got a slow leak in my rear tube.

I would assume the answer is yes to ADV noobs.
Will PM re tyre levers.

[Mushu]

I would assume the answer is yes to ADV noobs.
Will PM re tyre levers.

Awesome, thanks

[cynna]

was supposed to be getting some work done on the bike this weekend but may be a starter

[thepom]

yes TA....I ll be there...will be good to see your ugly mug again as it has been a while ...:laugh:

[pete-blen]

Spent the afternoon out at the Waimak , Weedons Ross Rd
on the 250....
They have droped a few trees across the tracks/roads to block
them in couple of areas where they are logging....

[Skinny_Birdman]

Spent a very pleasant day through Lees Valley with TA, Shoshoni, Thepom, Cynna and the Noob - (told off by the farmer for going up to the airstrip, quite rightly as it doesn't actually seem to be a road, which I hadn't known before). Thepom and Cynna wigged out at Oxford, the rest of us came home down the South bank. Good times thanks guys.

[Transalper]

Saw some of that on Saturday, there's one there that should make a good log crossing practice one.

We had a good ride today too. Perfect weather again but met an angry farmer chasing some guys on unregistered dirt bikes ripping about the place. Saw two lots of those (unregistered trailbike type groups ignoring the rules) before we were done with the Lees Valley/Okuku area, they are messing it up for the rest of us.
Then we took some of the Waimak southbank back to ChCh.

Edit. as the birdman says we were up at the airstrip when the farmer found us and wasn't too happy about that as we hadn't asked first but he was mainly looking for the unregistered trailbikes that had turned and run when he saw them riding on a private side track earlier.

[cynna]

(told off by the farmer for going up to the airstrip, quite rightly as it doesn't actually seem to be a road, which I hadn't known before). .


i never saw any sign the way we went up but there was a private property sign on the road we went down

[thepom]

I should have got for his number but I'll ask one of my workmates who might know him so next I will ring and ask if we can lunch at the airfield as it does have great views...it will keep him happy and show we are not all bad guys....it was a great ride mostly cos I never fell off ha ha next week maybe the akaroa bays ?

[Transalper]

I should have got for his number but I'll ask one of my workmates who might know him so next I will ring and ask if we can lunch at the airfield as it does have great views...it will keep him happy and show we are not all bad guys....it was a great ride mostly cos I never fell off ha ha next week maybe the akaroa bays ?

Yea, I looked for contact details online but short of knocking on doors I don't know how to find them.

If it's a Saturday next weekend I'm in, Sunday as I mentioned I may be doing one of those proper pay to enter farm trail rides.... but the weather long range is iffy.

[Mushu]

Great ride yesterday, it was good to met all of you. I'm happy I didn't fall off in the river (which I fully expected to do).

I saw the trees they had across the tracks at the waimak, luckily none of them got in my way, but I still don't know where this horse park is.

I'd definitely be up for another ride when the next one is organized.

[Shoshoni]

I should have got for his number but I'll ask one of my workmates who might know him so next I will ring and ask if we can lunch at the airfield as it does have great views...it will keep him happy and show we are not all bad guys....it was a great ride mostly cos I never fell off ha ha next week maybe the akaroa bays ?

I'd be keen to do some of the bays over Akaroa way this weekend (weather permitting), the past few rides I have done over there have just been loops.

[cynna]

, but I still don't know where this horse park is


thats on the north bank where the 4wd park used to be. its where we used to get in to head towards the gorge bridge - after they blocked access after the mx park ... used to be able to go all the way from the old waimak bridge

did your plate manage to stay on once it was bent up out of the way?


guick look on google - think its baynons rd that we get use now as it now leads to the horse park. so get into the north bank from harrs rd (but the ford was washed out last time i went) so use diversion rd to be safe

[Skinny_Birdman]

I'd be keen to do some of the bays over Akaroa way this weekend (weather permitting), the past few rides I have done over there have just been loops.

I'd be keen if it's on the Sunday, so you have to choose between me and TA. Some choice!:bleh:

[Skinny_Birdman]

I should have got for his number but I'll ask one of my workmates who might know him so next I will ring and ask if we can lunch at the airfield as it does have great views...it will keep him happy and show we are not all bad guys....
Check your PMs.

[Mushu]

thats on the north bank where the 4wd park used to be. its where we used to get in to head towards the gorge bridge - after they blocked access after the mx park ... used to be able to go all the way from the old waimak bridge

did your plate manage to stay on once it was bent up out of the way?


guick look on google - think its baynons rd that we get use now as it now leads to the horse park. so get into the north bank from harrs rd (but the ford was washed out last time i went) so use diversion rd to be safe

That's ok, I never go over to the north side of the waimak so I don't have to worry about greeting in trouble there then.

The plate has stayed on, I haven't fixed it yet, I might take it off to straighten it cos it's got cracks around the bolts, then I'll mount it a bit higher and put it on an angle, hopefully that way it won't hit the wheel again.

[Shoshoni]

The plate has stayed on, I haven't fixed it yet, I might take it off to straighten it cos it's got cracks around the bolts, then I'll mount it a bit higher and put it on an angle, hopefully that way it won't hit the wheel again.

If you have an old computer case just make a tidy tale out of one of the side panels.

[Mushu]

If you have an old computer case just make a tidy tale out of one of the side panels.

My plate used to be held on by thin stuff like that and it broke from the engine vibration and I lost my plate, it's held on by thicker strips of metal now so they shouldn't break, I figure if I put it on an angle like yours it should be okay.

[Mushu]

Any word on a ride for this weekend, looks like rain but as long as its not too heavy I'm in, interested to find a few more places to ride around the peninsula.

[Transalper]

Well, weather actually pretty ok out there, even better outside the city judging by the look of it from my Van drive back from doing an errand in Rangiora.
Rest of my day will however be spent changing tyres on the WR ready for the trailride tomorrow and stripping crashbars etc off the Transalp ready for some TLC work on clutch and carby starting Monday.
If anyone does get out have a good one.

[Shoshoni]

Did anyone go for a ride today, I was out and about and decided to have a look at Ahuriri Rd and it's been repaired no sign of ruts.

[thepom]

Yeah...I got my tenere running and took it up north waimak....muddy and fun...hopefully wont shit itself again...alot better than my xt ....lighter and more grunt and longer suspension...

[Transalper]

Foxdown trailride was good.
Couple of pics from near top of a hill but a lot of grey cloud messing up the distance and old phone camera didn't deal well with it.
Fell of a couple of times and done about 100km (3 * 32ish km laps.)
Lot's a poos though so actually gave the bike a wash once back at home.

Transalp is now having it's clutch and carby looked at by professionals.

[cooneyr]

Foxdown trailride was good.....

Ditto. Was nice to give the EXC a bit of a work out again.

Just sitting here thinking it would have been a bit of a laugh to take my old 950 ADV S on that one. Would have been a good ride for the bigger adv bikes to have a nudge at and riders to push skills a little. Nothing impossible (maybe the enduro loop would have been a bit nasty!) or too tiring.

[Shoshoni]

Who's up for a ride Saturday, weather forecast cloudy, possible drizzle and Freshening northeast that's for the city.
Do some of the Bays over Banks Pen way any takers?

[thepom]

yeah if the weathers ok...not raining....will take the tenere if its still going...looking at getting a crx450 exhaust adapted to make it fit the tenere as the one on the tenere is a straight thru thing....deafening and attention grabbing and upsets the neighbours...

[thepom]

Bad news...tenere gearbox crapped out on the way home last night....up at five this morning to see if it was something simple like sprocket or chains but sadly its internal.....pulled away from the lights ...changed to second and jumped out of gear to the sounds of a box of spanners being thrown on the floor....bugger....will pull engine and investigate.....done a thousand kms since last rebuild with no warning signs or sounds of any imminent failure...nursed it home but still kept jumping out of gear to terrible screeching sounds....

[Shoshoni]

Bad news...tenere gearbox crapped out on the way home last night....up at five this morning to see if it was something simple like sprocket or chains but sadly its internal.....pulled away from the lights ...changed to second and jumped out of gear to the sounds of a box of spanners being thrown on the floor....bugger....will pull engine and investigate.....done a thousand kms since last rebuild with no warning signs or sounds of any imminent failure...nursed it home but still kept jumping out of gear to terrible screeching sounds....

Well that has to suck hope it's not a major rebuild.

[thepom]

yeah it will be but I ll start with the clutch before I start removing the engine to do the gearbox...still got the xt600 tho...:rolleyes:

[JATZ]

Bad.....done a thousand kms since last rebuild with no warning signs or sounds of any imminent failure.......

Hmmmm......must be a Tenere thing ? Crapping out for no apparent reason. I new a tenere like that once :crybaby:
Yours is Perils old ain't it ?

[thepom]

yeah...perils old bag o shite ha ha....just went and checked the clutch and it wont disengage when its in gear when I pull the cable so maybe its a clutch problem which means I might not have to pull the engine....maybe...

[pete-blen]

yeah...perils old bag o shite ha ha....just went and checked the clutch and it wont disengage when its in gear when I pull the cable so maybe its a clutch problem which means I might not have to pull the engine....maybe...

Don't know if this applys to the 600 motor... but the 660 clutch has 3 types of plates plus a judder ring
if they arn't in the right order the clutch packs a real wobbly.... squeals , don't engauge or disengauge correctly..

[thepom]

Mate told me most bikes do that cos the oil is cold and thick......will check further this weekend.....got my eye on a husky set up for adv riding....modern and expensive and maybe time to get rid of my old bikes for something reliable....

[Transalper]

.....got my eye on a husky set up for adv riding....modern and expensive and maybe time to get rid of my old bikes for something reliable....

Hell yeah I imagine you will wonder why you waited so long.
Reliable is good! :yes:

[thepom]

I like whingeing ....I.m a pom after all...

[Crim]

.....got my eye on a husky set up for adv riding....

A man thinking along the same lines as myself, would love to go down that route - has now been 2 months since I have ridden the KLR and will be another 6 months or so before I will be back on a bike again, but I am thinking when I get there maybe spend the money, go lighter and have more fun. So can you please buy a Husky / Husaberg (would quite like fuel injected) maybe 300 - 450 or so, set it up for adventure riding, find out all the pitfalls and money traps and save me the expense :clap:

[thepom]

Will do lol...

[brp]

Pit lane Don sold brand new husky recently for 6K - was getting rid of "old/new" stock - Don't ya just love
hearing these stories afta the fact :rolleyes: Yeah old bikes throw away items

[thepom]

One I was after has been sold but idiots still have it advertised on tardme....

[the oldstuff]

One I was after has been sold but idiots still have it advertised on tardme....

post the link here and then everyone can email them telling them what assholes they are for wasting peoples time. Fuck I hate that :mad:

[thepom]

One I was after has been sold but idiots still have it advertised on tardme....

[Skinny_Birdman]

Anyone care for a jaunt this Sunday? Wx looking good, and I have time off for good behaviour. Nowhere especially in mind yet....

[Transalper]

Will be a bit of traffic in the Lees Valley on Sunday as there is a trail ride in there so lots of trailers going in and out from the Oxford end so you'll probably want to give that a miss.

[cynna]

Will be a bit of traffic in the Lees Valley on Sunday as there is a trail ride in there so lots of trailers going in and out from the Oxford end so you'll probably want to give that a miss.

that will keep the farmer happy

[pete-blen]

Will be a bit of traffic in the Lees Valley on Sunday as there is a trail ride in there so lots of trailers going in and out from the Oxford end so you'll probably want to give that a miss.

Are you going to ride this one TA...?
One of those trailers should have my bike aboard...

[Skinny_Birdman]

Ah well, I'll be Nigel no-mates then. God, it's just like being back at school.:weep:

[Transalper]

Are you going to ride this one TA...?
One of those trailers should have my bike aboard...

Yeah, bit broke (Transalp carby bits expensive), bit disorganised, but yeah, probably.

[Shoshoni]

Ah well, I'll be Nigel no-mates then. God, it's just like being back at school.:weep:

I would have come out and joined you but things went out of my control I had to be back early Sunday afternoon.
Anyone heard from brp, peeteey haven't seen those two jokers for awhile.

[pete-blen]

I would have come out and joined you but things went out of my control I had to be back early Sunday afternoon.
Anyone heard from brp, peeteey haven't seen those two jokers for awhile.

I won't beable to make any rides till the XT back togeather...

But I did have a great ride around the Lees Valley on one of the trail rides...
A good 40km loop with a section of bog holes...lots of bog holes..
It wasn't yer normal mud.. was the sticky I an't comeing of yer bike no
matter how much water yer blast on me version..:mad:
Even got high enough to have little little patches of snow at the side
of the trail..

next ones on the 15th just passed Glentunnel....:clap:

[Transalper]

I won't beable to make any rides till the XT back togeather...

But I did have a great ride around the Lees Valley on one of the trail rides...
next ones on the 15th....:clap:

Same with the Transalp for me really.
Also made it to the trailride, I replied in your thread in the Off Rd Forum.
Won't make the 15th but will likely do the Balcairn one start of October (http://www.myrides.co.nz/content.asp?syscmd=dl&ID=6D36E081D90A4E28AE774942D66C0191). It's nice and cruisy with some nice views if memory serves.

[pete-blen]

Same with the Transalp for me really.
Also made it to the trailride, I replied in your thread in the Off Rd Forum.
Won't make the 15th but will likely do the Balcairn one start of October (http://www.myrides.co.nz/content.asp?syscmd=dl&ID=6D36E081D90A4E28AE774942D66C0191). It's nice and cruisy with some nice views if memory serves.


did yer.... Did yer ride in... looked for yer van...
Balcain looks like one worth going to aswell


Slowly makeing head way with the XT...
http://imageshack.us/a/img401/3357/74lj.jpg

[cynna]

you have put your forks on the wrong way up

[Transalper]

did yer.... Did yer ride in... looked for yer van....
Yep, parked van at Whiterock, North Loburn.


you have put your forks on the wrong way up

ha ha.

[Shoshoni]

Anyone interested in doing the CCC Loop 2nd weekend of October?
Not sure what day would suite most.

[cynna]

sounds good - either day suits me at this stage

[thepom]

Yeah
.me too
.

[badblackbuell]

keeen!!!!!

[Mushu]

What's the ccc loop? I won't be coming anyway unfortunately, I'm off to Australia on Monday and will be back that weekend.

Also, anybody got some aftermarket handlebars they're willing to sell? Or recommendations for where to buy cheap renthalls/pro tapers.
Had a pretty good off a couple of weeks ago and bent the bars (and broke my collar bone)

[Skinny_Birdman]

As usual, I'll be keen if it's a Sunday. Mushu, see here (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/59011-CCC-loop-on-17th-Nov)for a previous CCC Loop run.

[Shoshoni]

Sunday 13th October 10am meeting at the Peg for a 10:30 departure time.
I was thinking about Christchurch, Culverden, Cheviot and around Gore Bay on the way back.
I want to take a look a Limestone Rd this time round.

[cynna]

sweet c u then

[Skinny_Birdman]

Awesome - see you then. Might even persuade Mrs B along.

[Peeteey]

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=EVjqz6Hykfs

Here's the vid I made of a CCC loop a while back.

I could be keen again, so long as I can find a softer seat, certain parts of me got very sore last time :)

[pouakai]

Could be in I think...
P

[cynna]

http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/news/north-canterbury/9230143/Antisocial-twits-break-into-Waimak-area#comments


Was out there today - quite a few trees got blown down in that big wind we had a few weeks ago. Also seen more rangers then normal - must be because of that article

[Shoshoni]

At this stage weather forecast for Sunday looks promising:sunny: for the CCC Loop, with all the rain we've had we shouldn't be chocking on dust:yes:

[pouakai]

At this stage weather forecast for Sunday looks promising:sunny: for the CCC Loop, with all the rain we've had we shouldn't be chocking on dust:yes:

River levels ?

[cynna]

At this stage weather forecast for Sunday looks promising:sunny: for the CCC Loop, with all the rain we've had we shouldn't be chocking on dust:yes:


hmmmmmm wont be keen on the grassy buts with the road tyre i have on the rear

[cynna]

long drop rally at Duntroon 7th dec - maybe going down via mackenzie and hakamatera pass on sat then on sun maybe danseys, dunston etc

anyone else keen on coming?

[Shoshoni]

River levels ?

No River crossings


hmmmmmm wont be keen on the grassy buts with the road tyre i have on the rear

Have been through with Mita's E-07 in winter before only problem I had was by that tree with the stumps and roots growing out.
If it looks too knarly you could bypass it and go do Eggleston Rd or Kaiwara Rd to Cheviot.

[Transalper]

River levels ?

not really crossing anything more serious than a puddle or two, it's all gravel, dirt and grass roads with some slippery when wet stuff.

[pouakai]

not really crossing anything more serious than a puddle or two, it's all gravel, dirt and grass roads with some slippery when wet stuff.

Good to know, having done neither I guess it was lees valley lurking in the back of my mind....

[Transalper]

We good for tomorrow still ?

[Shoshoni]

We good for tomorrow still ?

I'm all set, just need to get fuel in the morning before meeting up at the Peg.

[cynna]

was all good - i can blame my tyres and slippery grass if im not there tomorrow. off out tonight and if its raining when i get home i wont be setting my alarm so if im not there at departure time dont wait for me


is anyone else thinking of doing bannockburn bike week? has anyone done it before? since the db1k is now in march i will probably go to this

[Transalper]

I'm all set, just need to get fuel in the morning before meeting up at the Peg.
Same, I'll need to stop on the way to the Peg, not going to help me be on time but I'll try. :laugh:


...is anyone else thinking of doing bannockburn bike week? has anyone done it before? since the db1k is now in march i will probably go to this
It's a nice idea, I'd like to go but getting an actual week off then is a bit tricky, taking a day each side of a weekend is a lot easier... but it's a mid week/all week kind of thing.
Eddieb's videos etc on it from earlier this year made it look good.

[Skinny_Birdman]

I'll be there (at the Peg that is).

[Peeteey]

was all good - i can blame my tyres and slippery grass if im not there tomorrow. off out tonight and if its raining when i get home i wont be setting my alarm so if im not there at departure time dont wait for me


Aw c'mon Col, if I can haul my ass out of bed and ride there on second hand, bald tyres then so can you :yes:

Having said that, it might be an idea to check the weather in the morning, that rain was pretty short lived out here but I heard it was more ferocious slightly to the north. Don't really wanna get stuck in mud for the second weekend in a row :angry2:

[brp]

"Have a good ride boys" :2thumbsup

[cynna]

"Have a good ride boys" :2thumbsup

whats your excuse stranger?

[thepom]

great ride today in the mud....maybe have more time to socialise next time....need knobblies for sure.....keep my face out the mud lol...good on the KTM,s with dual purpose tires too....

[cynna]

had a great day - had to bail when we got to the next hilly bit with wet grass. Avon distanzias arent the best tyre if you want to move forward

who is this sitting down on the track???? missed most of the evidence - need a helmet mount i think288513

[thepom]

yeah ...could be anyone muhahahahaaaa.....I,m sure there,s more to come....

[Skinny_Birdman]

Cynna, you missed the best part! Trees across the track and very very soft mud. I got 'painted' by the other Tenere when I accidentally strayed into the roost zone :shit:. Brilliant ride, thanks for jacking it up Shoshoni, and thanks to the others for a great day.
Cheers
A

[Shoshoni]

Wow what an Epic Ride, Thanks all you guys for coming out and playing in the mud with me.
Have to check out some of the video footage I have - I'll do it tomorrow I'm Narfed.

[Transalper]

Yeah, great ride guys, one of the most fun 'Adventure' rides for some time.
Trees down area was a bit of a novelty.
A little less wind approaching Cheviot and it would have been pretty perfect. I loved the mud with my wee bike setup and loved watching everyone else spinning spinning spinning.
I really expected to be helping others picking up bikes so well done everyone.

[Peeteey]

Whew, what a brilliant day! Many thanks to everyone for the company / entertainment.
I can definitely vouch for those Airhawk cushions, cheers TA for the loaner, reckon it literally saved my ass :o

Hopefully have some great footage too, all 35 gigs of it, eek! Will sort it over the next age, think there's some good stuff of the bigger bikes having fun in the mud. You guys have mucho grande cahunas!

[pouakai]

Mwahaha! Great ride today cheers to all for all the shits and giggles. Great fun all the greasy stuff and trees n all. Great scenery through the hills and by gore bay with the wind whipping up the surf! Spectacular to see all the storm damage in the forested areas. I look for to seeing some of the footage. Was a pleasure to reacquaint with somes I'd meet at dusty butt and put a few more faces to names too.
TTNT
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[badblackbuell]

Epic adventure ride! Definitly shouting myself a new rear tyre after that lot. Kinda glad I skipped the last bit after what I've heard from you guys afterwards!

[cynna]

anyone keen on doing edwards and mallings pass on saturday 9th november? few weeks away but i will be going then depending if we can get access on that date

[Transalper]

Rainbow might be open Labour Weekend.... link (http://www.lonestarfarms.co.nz/rainbow-access/).

Edwards and Mailing access for bikes is open now, 4x4's not allowed until it drys more, likely november.... link. (http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-visit/canterbury/north-canterbury-and-arthurs-pass/st-james-conservation-area/activities/motor-vehicle-access/)

Got to save some time for da missus though. She'll laugh at me calling her that.

[the oldstuff]

anyone keen on doing edwards and mallings pass on saturday 9th november? few weeks away but i will be going then depending if we can get access on that date

You take newbies under ya wing?

[cynna]

You take newbies under ya wing?

yep - we were all new once. might be a bit of a challange on the big bmw - sometimes one of the rivers in there is a bit swift and there is a steep section at the end. But as each track is a dead end anyone can wait along the way until we come back if the river is too high. Come along and see

[SE950]

i rang doc last thursday as im now going labour weekend, its open to motor bikes only,and you dont need consent, BUT only to the end of each valley

[pouakai]

Looks like pretty interesting country - I'm going to pop it on the calendar...

[ADVGD]

anyone keen on doing edwards and mallings pass on saturday 9th november? few weeks away but i will be going then depending if we can get access on that date

I'll be out riding/fishing from the 2nd till the 10th, the route will basically follow good weather and clear rivers so if the weather is good in the area then I'm keen to catchup.

Cheers

[thepom]

Hey oldstuff....there is always someone to help when it gets tough so you would be more than welcome and its a fantastic ride too...

[Peeteey]

Hey kids, here's a quick video aimed at those thinking about getting, or maybe already have, the Sony Action Cam.

Can someone plz pass this on to Flash Gordon who was on the CCC ride with us? Cheers!


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9nZteHGlR0

[Peeteey]

Video of the CCC ride to come, I have 5 hours of footage to sift thru :) Must remember to use Highligh Hunter (http://www.highlighthunter.com/)

Cynna and Shoshoni, do either of you chaps want to donate some footage for the video? Would love to use some nice shots if you're not going to make a video out of it yourselves. Lemme know.

[Shoshoni]

Video of the CCC ride to come, I have 5 hours of footage to sift thru :)

Cynna and Shoshoni, do either of you chaps want to donate some footage for the video? Would love to use some nice shots if you're not going to make a video out of it yourselves. Lemme know.

I will be at the WNR tonight if you want to grab the SD Card from me then, if not we can arrange something else.

[cynna]

I'll be out riding/fishing from the 2nd till the 10th, the route will basically follow good weather and clear rivers so if the weather is good in the area then I'm keen to catchup.

Cheers

will be good to catch up - might see you in there somewhere

[cynna]

Video of the CCC ride to come, I have 5 hours of footage to sift thru :) Must remember to use Highligh Hunter (http://www.highlighthunter.com/)

Cynna and Shoshoni, do either of you chaps want to donate some footage for the video? Would love to use some nice shots if you're not going to make a video out of it yourselves. Lemme know.


you can have mine if you want but my backpack pushed my cam mount down too far so my of clip is just full of windscreen so not much good

[cynna]

got one spare bed if anyone want to come with us to Bannockburn bike week. Booked a house in Alexandra so its about 35km each day to the start of the advride. Will be tenting at the venue on the sat night then staying in alex sun to thurs

there is an organised adv ride from mon to thurs....

[Racing Dave]

might be a bit of a challange on the big bmw - sometimes one of the rivers in there is a bit swift and there is a steep section at the end. But as each track is a dead end anyone can wait along the way until we come back if the river is too high.

What he said.

[Peeteey]

you can have mine if you want but my backpack pushed my cam mount down too far so my of clip is just full of windscreen so not much good

What a bummer! Hate it when things like that happen. I've had rides where I've forgotten to turn the bloody thing on! No worries then :)

[SE950]

Can any one help with a river prob, i would to ride up leatham river two up, how hard is the river crossings, are they deep bouldery crossin??. as we are on our own. Thanks

[Transalper]

Josh has an article on the Leatham river, may be some help?
www.adventureguide.co.nz/articles/12/360/leatham-river-4x4-track.php (http://www.adventureguide.co.nz/articles/12/360/leatham-river-4x4-track.php)

[Transalper]

anyone keen on doing edwards and mallings pass on saturday 9th november? few weeks away but i will be going then depending if we can get access on that date

I'm probably in for this too now. Was going to do another trailride then but think this will suit me better and keen to go back there.

[Peeteey]

Hey kiddies, the video from the CCC ride is up: :woohoo:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTPw6hU5Qxg

[cynna]

great video - makes me want to go back again and do the whole thing this time

[Transalper]

Love it Peeteey, job well done. A new favourite video me thinks.

[Peeteey]

great video - makes me want to go back again and do the whole thing this time

Yep, me too! There's always next year :D

[bushy]

Excellent Vid Peetey, will have to do the next one. The guys on the big bikes did well to stay upright in the slop.

[Peeteey]

Excellent Vid Peetey, will have to do the next one. The guys on the big bikes did well to stay upright in the slop.

Thanks Bushy, it's a great fun ride, highly recommended. Those big bikes did so well! I was all over the place on my little one, dunno how they did it on bikes twice the weight and with slicker tyres :weird:

[pete-blen]

great vid....
BUT
What the bloody hell was that.... the Delux CCC ride...:lol:
there was a couple of section we never done on the last one...:(

[Transalper]

.... the Delux CCC ride...

That'd actually be a good name for that version.
It included Limestone Road being the main change... after the bridge in to where the fallen trees were.
Not real keen to be in there in a big group (though in 1997 we went big (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PU4mL29TCOM)), they appear to be trying to minimise traffic through, no signage at all at the end we entered and private property signs at the end we exited. Be good to have a phone number to ring to check for access regarding stock movements etc.

[Shoshoni]

great vid....
BUT
What the bloody hell was that.... the Delux CCC ride...:lol:
there was a couple of section we never done on the last one...:(

I ended up cutting the ride a lot shorter so we didn't do all the roads I had originally planned, I want to try and do the whole thing again in summer.


Hey kiddies, the video from the CCC ride is up: :woohoo:

Nice video Peeteey it's good to see I wasn't the only one struggling :lol:

[bushy]

[QUOTE=Shoshoni;1130628416]I ended up cutting the ride a lot shorter so we didn't do all the roads I had originally planned, I want to try and do the whole thing again in summer.


I`d be a starter for a summer excursion!!:clap:

[Skinny_Birdman]

I like the applause as you pull into the Waipara gas station at the end running on fumes! :laugh:. Great vid!

[Transalper]

thinking about lunch at Little River or Duvachelle or Akaroa Saturday (tomorrow). Could just do lazy sealed roads or possibly have my arm twisted to Western Valley or similar. WR is being serviced so using the Transalp this weekend.
Anyone else got nothing to do?
J has had something distract her for the day so I now need to find my own entertainment.
Be nicer if the wind lightens up.

[Shoshoni]

thinking about lunch at Little River or Duvachelle or Akaroa Saturday (tomorrow). Could just do lazy sealed roads or possibly have my arm twisted to Western Valley or similar. WR is being serviced so using the Transalp this weekend.
Anyone else got nothing to do?
J has had something distract her for the day so I now need to find my own entertainment.
Be nicer if the wind lightens up.

I could tag along all depends on what time you were thinking about leaving?

[Transalper]

Guess I'd leave home about 10 so meet somewhere like the Shell garage down Colombo St near the hill and leave there about 10:30am? Not really concerned other than maybe like to be eating by 1pm.
What suits?

[Shoshoni]

Sound's good see you at Shell

[Transalper]

yep, cool.

[Peeteey]

I like the applause as you pull into the Waipara gas station at the end running on fumes! :laugh:. Great vid!

Thanks man, the music was a live gig, Jon Lord (of deep purple fame) and the Hoochie Koochie men, so tried to time the end of the song with the end of the vid, applause was unintended but worked well :D

That ride, other than being great fun, also helped me figure out just how far I can get on a tank. Not far, it seems ... About 230 ish Kms

[Transalper]

Just discovered the Molesworth is also now officially open from yesterday until Easter, weather etc permitting. (link) (http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-visit/marlborough/south-marlborough/molesworth-station/plan-and-prepare/check-if-the-road-is-open/)
Rainbow was due to open yesterday but got washed away so may be delayed until repaired so should check before bowling on in there. (link) (http://www.lonestarfarms.co.nz/rainbow-access/)

[Transalper]

anyone keen on doing edwards and mallings pass on saturday 9th november? few weeks away but i will be going then depending if we can get access on that date

Have half a thought of taking the camping gear and aiming for the Saturday night in one of the huts in the area then doing the rest of the Rainbow while there.

[cynna]

Have half a thought of taking the camping gear and aiming for the Saturday night in one of the huts in the area then doing the rest of the Rainbow while there.


that's a good plan. I wont be able to do it this time round but hopefully get the chance after xmas

[ADVGD]

Have half a thought of taking the camping gear and aiming for the Saturday night in one of the huts in the area then doing the rest of the Rainbow while there.

I've still got this date locked in, I'm making my way down to the Catlins this week, will be spending about a week riding in the area GPS logging and researching routes for the Divider Ride then heading back up to Karamea aiming to tee up with you guys in Christchurch on the 9th. I'll be camping up/fishing for two or three days, Saturday night will most likely be the hut we stayed in last time.

Plans may change if I spend longer in the Catlins but keen to catch up so at this stage it's all go, I'll keep in touch

Cheers

[Peeteey]

:crybaby:

Hi folks, the time has come to sell my beautiful '99 DR350. I'm gonna put it on Tardme next week but thought I'd let you folks know in advance in case anyone here wants it first.

1999 Dirt model (kicker)
Good nick, well used but very reliable and lots of fun!
Comes with:

Stock tank and larger Ascerbis 15L tank (I think it's 15L).
Spare set of wheels so I can do a quick swap out from road tyres and gearing to dirt tyres, rimlocks and lower ratio gears.
Bunch of spare (used) tyres in varying states.
Box of stuff I've collected along the way.
Has rack on the back for mounting Top Box. Rack has very handy handles for enabling people to help you out of the mud!
Extra windscreen hand fashioned by Transalper himself :)
REG(on hold)/WOF, never had an issue ...

Probably some other stuff too that I've quite possibly forgotten ATM.

021-135-4343 if you're interested ...

Cheers!

[thepom]

Hi peeteey...did you buy the xt?

[Peeteey]

Hi peeteey...did you buy the xt?

:whistle: I don't know what you're talking about :whistle:

[thepom]

By the way....my scuffed up acerbic fuel tank is on trade me for an xt600e if you want a deal....

[Peeteey]

By the way....my scuffed up acerbic fuel tank is on trade me for an xt600e if you want a deal....

I've got one of those on there already, Those things are massive! Great price tho. Hmm

don't suppose you've got a nice open exhaust for one too? Mines very quiet and as such feels very restricted.

And how the smeg do I change the headlight bulb? do they just pull out or do they twist?

[thepom]

Sorry no exhaust and its a twist bulb...

[Peeteey]

Sorry no exhaust and its a twist bulb...

289257

Thanks, got the bulb out only for it to mysteriously start working again!

Just been looking at bike and it seems it already has a bash plate, at least least that's what it looks like to me. I've attached pic for your expert eyes.

Is that what we've been talking about?

[cynna]

you will have to come with us to Edwards and malings next sat to test your new toy out Peeteey

[thepom]

Yeah thats the standard bash plate but we use bigger and stronger heavy duty ones
... I ll show you sunday...

[Shoshoni]

Thanks, got the bulb out only for it to mysteriously start working again!

Just been looking at bike and it seems it already has a bash plate, at least least that's what it looks like to me. I've attached pic for your expert eyes.

Is that what we've been talking about?

Just looks like it's protecting the oil line more. Have you checked the Web to see what others are using?

[Peeteey]

you will have to come with us to Edwards and malings next sat to test your new toy out Peeteey

That's tempting! Do you mean tomorrow or the following weekend?


Yeah thats the standard bash plate but we use bigger and stronger heavy duty ones
... I ll show you sunday...

Awesome, cheers!


Just looks like it's protecting the oil line more. Have you checked the Web to see what others are using?

The lovely gentlemen that is The Pom is supplying me with one on Sunday. Such an upstanding chap.

[Transalper]

That's tempting! Do you mean tomorrow or the following weekend?..

We're going on the 9th.

[Shadowjack]

289257

Thanks, got the bulb out only for it to mysteriously start working again!

Just been looking at bike and it seems it already has a bash plate, at least least that's what it looks like to me. I've attached pic for your expert eyes.

Is that what we've been talking about?

If'n you're confused about the headlight, wait'll you get to the twin oil drain plugs and the mysteries of checking the level of Yamaha's dry-sump lubrication system...
I know, I know, I've got too much time on my hands.

[neels]

If'n you're confused about the headlight, wait'll you get to the twin oil drain plugs and the mysteries of checking the level of Yamaha's dry-sump lubrication system..
Sounds like a DRZ400 then, I can't remember the exact sequence of running bike, waiting, checking oil, probably should though so time to get the manual out again.....at the same time I can figure out what buttons to push to change the clock to daylight saving time :facepalm:

[Peeteey]

We're going on the 9th.

Excellent, I appear to be free that weekend! :)


If'n you're confused about the headlight, wait'll you get to the twin oil drain plugs and the mysteries of checking the level of Yamaha's dry-sump lubrication system...
I know, I know, I've got too much time on my hands.

(cue homer-ish Aaaaaww sound) I get confused enough with normal oil drain plugs so I think it's an impossibility for me to get more confused than I already am. Also, isn't that why I have you lot on hand :yes:

Dry sumps I know all about, my dog keeps dry sumping my leg! That IS what you're talking about, right? :lol:

[Peeteey]

(Hopefully) the only thing I think I want to modify on this is the exhaust. Needs something much more open, anyone have anything lying around that might fit that they want to part with?
Would love to puts big Supertrapp on her!
ATM she's so quiet you can hardly tell she's on and under acceleration you can really feel the restriction. Need to let the horses out!

Edit: Seems like lots of people put 18" rear rims on these. Apparently the Tenere ones should bolt straight on, same with the older XT and TT rims.
Anyone have any lying around?

Thanks all

[Shadowjack]

As far as the exhaust goes - from memory, my 2002 model had an Allen key in the rear of the exhaust that allowed a baffle and piece of pipe to be removed. It made the exhaust note a bit sharper, and may have helped the flow and engine power. Any performance increase on mine was always going to be limited by having a rider with the aerodynamics of a tilt-slab building.

[Shadowjack]

Dry-sump: :facepalm:

[Peeteey]

As far as the exhaust goes - from memory, my 2002 model had an Allen key in the rear of the exhaust that allowed a baffle and piece of pipe to be removed. It made the exhaust note a bit sharper, and may have helped the flow and engine power. Any performance increase on mine was always going to be limited by having a rider with the aerodynamics of a tilt-slab building.

Ah excellent, thanks, will check pipe tomorrow! I may also just disconnect the muffler completely and try running that to see how it feels, make sure it responds the way I want before I go chasing down new pipes that may end up achieving nothing.


Dry-sump: :facepalm:

Ha ha, i aim to please ... so did the dog :D

[pete-blen]

I may also just disconnect the muffler completely and try running that to see how it feels, make sure it responds the way I want before I go chasing down new pipes that may end up achieving nothing.


It will most lightly run to rich for a good test...

[Peeteey]

It will most lightly run to rich for a good test...

Yea, fun finding out tho :)

[Peeteey]

It will most lightly run to rich for a good test...

Holy crap! Just went round the block with no muffler, went like a rocket! Felt like a very happy bike!
Came back, bolted muffler back on, same route, much more mellow. The difference wasn't ridiculous but it was easily noticeable.
With no muffler, give the throttle a twist and it surges forward with a growl, with muffler it hesitates then smoothly plods on.

I found the allen key Shadow Jack mentioned to take out the baffle but it's nackered so will need to get that taken out somehow. Hope it's not quite as loud :)

[cynna]

had to get the bike cleaned so no riding today.......289318

[cynna]

what time should we meet on Saturday for Edwards and mailings Pass.

Does leaving at the Peg at ten sound good? I work till 3.30 am so don't want to get up too early?

Was also planning on just taking the seal to hamner unless anyone wants to lead us to culverdon via Shonshinis gravel roads.

How many are actually coming along?

[Transalper]

Peeteey... vicegrips or hammer and punch in the undooing direction, either might crack it loose for you. WD40 the crap out it first?

cynna, I'm still in, still keen to overnight with ADVGD too.
Departing the Peg at 10am Saturday sounds perfect.
The route, although the gravel way out to the Hurunui would be nice, I'd tend toward cruising the blacktop to Hanmer to save a bit of time and energy for starting the main adventure from Hanmer at a decent hour especially for those returning the same day.

[Shoshoni]

Have you spoken to DOC about the Track Conditions and Edwards River Flow.
What about the Gate Code for Edwards Pass I don't remember there being access for Mountain Bikes? I know you won't need one for Mailing Pass.
Do we need to apply for them from DOC?

[Transalper]

DOC website currently says this....

Access for two and four-wheeled motorbikes

As lighter two and four-wheeled motorbikes have less impact on the tracks, they are still permitted to use the Maling Pass and Edwards Valley tracks.

Access is via the narrower gates used for mountain-bike, horse and foot traffic. These gates are not locked and are located by the 4WD Maling Pass gate and 1 km south of the 4WD Edwards Valley gate on Tophouse Road.

If the Edwards river is up I thought we can still go as far as the Hut with out too much of a problem... or does it stuff up even that?

[NordieBoy]

I found the allen key Shadow Jack mentioned to take out the baffle but it's nackered so will need to get that taken out somehow. Hope it's not quite as loud :)

Find a star drive bit that's a little too big and hammer it in, should undo then...

[Shoshoni]

If the Edwards river is up I thought we can still go as far as the Hut with out too much of a problem... or does it stuff up even that?

On the Edwards we still have to cross Edwards River a few time before getting to Scotties Hut.
Had a look on the Topo map and I can see where the Mountain Bike access is.

[ADVGD]

If the Edwards river is up I thought we can still go as far as the Hut with out too much of a problem... or does it stuff up even that?

In Chch now, came via Lewis, Waiau running dirty but levels are not far off normal and the long range weather is looking good. Edwards should be back to normal flows by the weekend. 10am depart sounds good, not sure what your/everyone else's plans are but I'll be camping up in Edwards Valley on Sat night, fishing Sunday, stay Sun night, ride out Monday. How does shooting straight up to Lake Tennyson first, then doing Mailng, then doing Edwards suit everyone?

[Transalper]

...How does shooting straight up to Lake Tennyson first, then doing Mailng, then doing Edwards suit everyone?Certainly makes best sense for the campers.
I'll ride home Sunday, but no rush so may stand near you warning the fish for a bit first. :killingme

[cynna]

they have changed the access since I was last there so no need to reg or get access codes anymore. From the other times I have been there the river is only a problem near the hut so if its too bad we don't have to go all the way - or just sit there and wait for the keen ones to come back

Im good for heading straight to Lake Tennyson first as ADVDG suggested. Saves getting wet feet for the whole day as well.

Good idea about saving time TA by taking the seal straight to hamner.

Leave the Peg at ten this Saturday then.....

[cynna]

http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-visit/canterbury/north-canterbury-and-arthurs-pass/st-james-conservation-area/activities/motor-vehicle-access/


I will try and remember to give them a call on Friday to double check that we are still allowed in

[flashg]

I'm keen to come home Saturday. XTZ is on road orientated adventure tyres at the moment. Will these tyres get me up these tracks?
I was on the CCC ride with the other black Tenere like Col's.

[Transalper]

I'd like to say you'll be fine but ADVGD is probably the best man to give an opinion on likely track condition.
I've only ever done these tracks in summer with very dry ground at which time tyres were not so important... the slipperiness then was only due to gravel/gritty surface in places and while knobbly tyres still give me more confidence in that situation, I suspect the reality is roady tyres still work pretty well... when it's dry.

[flashg]

Cheers. I've a road trip in two weeks that's why its on road tyres. Got new knobbly rear for after the trip



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[Peeteey]

How's about that weather then ay? Looks like it's gonna be "Rain with southwesterlies" according to the Met.

So imagining that they're wrong and it turns out to be glorious, what sort of temperatures would we have up there overnight? I've only got a thin sleeping bag :cold:

[Transalper]

Aside from the thing where Met service do change their minds several times a day, they don't really seem to have a good representation of the area in question (unless the Hanmer skifield will do) (http://www.metservice.com/skifields/hanmer-springs) and using the CHCH forecast is no good for it.
We/me like using this wind/rain forecast www.metvuw.com/.... (http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/forecast.php?type=rain&region=nzsi&noofdays=7) and they think it'll be ok so far.
They don't do temperatures though and we are heading in to alpine conditions.

[cynna]

How's about that weather then ay? Looks like it's gonna be "Rain with southwesterlies" according to the Met.

So imagining that they're wrong and it turns out to be glorious, what sort of temperatures would we have up there overnight? I've only got a thin sleeping bag :cold:


seems to rain at lake Tennyson but often nice around the next few corners. if its too wet and cold for a tent theres a hut halfway between the passes


I have to be back the next day so straight home for me

[cynna]

I'm keen to come home Saturday. XTZ is on road orientated adventure tyres at the moment. Will these tyres get me up these tracks?
I was on the CCC ride with the other black Tenere like Col's.


its Col here - I should have given you my kiwibiker name. Josh on the drz you met today is ADVDGD or some letters like that

If the clays wet then I wont be alone in slipping around....

[Transalper]

Another option might be to go to one of the huts further up past the Lake Tennyson turn, one with an actual fire place... but that probably won't tie in with ADVGD's fishing and they require hut tickets.

[flashg]

I worked that out Col. We can slip around like twins haha

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[ADVGD]

Aside from the thing where Met service do change their minds several times a day, they don't really seem to have a good representation of the area in question (unless the Hanmer skifield will do) (http://www.metservice.com/skifields/hanmer-springs) and using the CHCH forecast is no good for it.
We/me like using this wind/rain forecast www.metvuw.com/.... (http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/forecast.php?type=rain&region=nzsi&noofdays=7) and they think it'll be ok so far.
They don't do temperatures though and we are heading in to alpine conditions.

I normally use both Metservice and Metvuw together but with the recent volatile spring weather Metservice has been way off the mark and jumping all over the show every few hours, Metvuw has proven to be far more stable and accurate of late, especially for long range forecasts. It is looking pretty tidy for the weekend, just cross fingers it holds to the current forecast.

As for temps, at this altitude at this time of year it could just as likely to snow as it is to be a sunny hot day. Its looking tidy but do go prepared

This is rolling into a snow storm at Lake Tennyson on a trip where the weather was meant to be sunny skies and warm:
http://www.adventureguide.co.nz/articles/12/58/images/high-country-fishing-4.jpg



I'd like to say you'll be fine but ADVGD is probably the best man to give an opinion on likely track condition.

Good tyres go along way but at the end of the day it all comes down to the rider ;)

[ADVGD]

Another option might be to go to one of the huts further up past the Lake Tennyson turn, one with an actual fire place... but that probably won't tie in with ADVGD's fishing and they require hut tickets.

There are a couple of places I'm keen to go fishing from either location so I'm pretty flexible. If the weather is looking a bit iffy it might be an idea to aim for the hut, a nice warm fire on a cold/rainy/snowy day has appeal

[flashg]

I'll do my best with what I've got. Put it up a gear and give it heaps should be interesting

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[Peeteey]

This is rolling into a snow storm at Lake Tennyson on a trip where the weather was meant to be sunny skies and warm


Hmm, righto, figured as much. I'm a complete noob at this ADV-ing, do you have a suggested load out? I have a tent, tools, spare tube etc, food/drink should be easy enough, GPS (on phone), I'll see if I can scrounge a decent sleeping bag ... anything else?

Anyone have any thoughts on Bivys?

[cynna]

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Good tyres go along way but at the end of the day it all comes down to the rider ;)


who needs decent tyres - I just needs to get me a tractorbike

[Peeteey]

who needs decent tyres - I just needs to get me a tractorbike

Ha ha, you should check out http://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7kPaLjqQSpEzvofcqER-iQ

[bigboy]

Im keen to do some of these rides , rainbow hydro rd etc. dr650

[Transalper]

Hmm, righto, figured as much. I'm a complete noob at this ADV-ing, do you have a suggested load out? I have a tent, tools, spare tube etc, food/drink should be easy enough, GPS (on phone), I'll see if I can scrounge a decent sleeping bag ... anything else?

Anyone have any thoughts on Bivys?

Spare socks and other dry clothes either just in case or for camp comfort, and stick em in a river resistant bag of some sort.
Dry shoes are nice but so is keeping the weight and bulk of your luggage down so I often go without.
Insect repellent is a must.
Something to sleep in (sleeping bag), something to sleep on (mat) and something to sleep under (I mean a tent or bivvy kind a thing).
Mat and tent are in case of emergency or lack of empty bunks. I've got away without before but now I have upgraded to smaller lighter gear I intend to carry that stuff more often.

My choice in food is now the freezedried camp stuff so I have a little cooker and pot to boil water as that's all it needs.... and a cup. and spoon. May pack a cut lunch as well.

All the usual camp stuff really.


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[Transalper]

Im keen to do some of these rides , rainbow hydro rd etc. dr650

Welcome, one reason we post here is so you can find us.

[neels]

I'll see if I can scrounge a decent sleeping bag ... anything else?

Can lend a warm sleeping bag if required, it's not a flash down one so a bit large but does the job.

Must sort out some gear carrying arrangements for my drz so I can take it out for the odd sneaky night away here and there...

[flashg]

Is anyone coming back on Saturday ? Or are you all staying the night ?

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[Transalper]

Yes some are returning home Saturday.

[flashg]

Cheers. I have the gear to stay but need to come home this time

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[cynna]

yep im coming back on Saturday

[Shoshoni]

I sent an email to DOC and this was there reply

Hi , thank you for your email. You won't need a combination for Edwards pass you can use the mountain bike entrance.
The track condition is quite wet and boggy in place and the river flow I am not sure about, but you can only take your motorbikes down as far as the Waiau River and then it is foot access only.
One of our Rangers will be going in early this week so I will be able to get an update from them if you want to ring the office about Wednesday.

I'll give them a ring latter in the week and see if there is anymore information they can give.

[Transalper]

....The track condition is quite wet and boggy....
Sweeeet ! says the guy on the smallest bike with the biggest knobblies. :Punk:
I'm keen to go hutting regardless of how far we get in the actual passes.
My ideal plan would be Edwards - Mailings - Island Gully hut.
That would also see us escort the big bikes back to solid ground for their return home.
Reckon there be a vote at Hanmer at the fuel up and last pie grab.

[cynna]

Sweeeet ! says the smallest guy on the smallest bike with the biggest knobblies. :Punk:


fixed


10 char

[Transalper]

mattsdakar told me his XR650 is now for sale, he's got something blue now.
His internet access is down at the moment so just asked I tell people in case there's any interest here until he gets back online to advertise it properly.

[Peeteey]

mattsdakar told me his XR650 is now for sale, he's got something blue now.
His internet access is down at the moment so just asked I tell people in case there's any interest here until he gets back online to advertise it properly.

No one'll want it 'cause they'll all be buying my DR! (Hopefully - HINT HINT to everyone!) :yes:

[Peeteey]

I'm keen to go hutting regardless of how far we get in the actual passes.
My ideal plan would be Edwards - Mailings - Island Gully hut.


So are we hutting it rather than camping? I'm keen for that too!

[Transalper]

Hot water bottles are good value too. Just remembered to add mine to the 'for packing' pile.
Oh how quickly it outgrows my bags.

[FuzzG]

Hey guys, just wondering if there is room for a novice on this ride, I have a dr650 with knobblies so the bike should be able to handle it, its really a question of if you guys have the patience to way for me to catch up? I have winter camping gear so should be alright for that if I end up staying on Saturday night

[cynna]

Hey guys, just wondering if there is room for a novice on this ride, I have a dr650 with knobblies so the bike should be able to handle it, its really a question of if you guys have the patience to way for me to catch up? I have winter camping gear so should be alright for that if I end up staying on Saturday night

yes you will be ok with us - we wont leave you behind - we have fast and slow riders so anyone is welcome. leaving the peg at ten. which is the Belfast tavern on main north road

[pete-blen]

yes you will be ok with us - we wont leave you behind - we have fast and slow riders

Only fast riders this trip.... my bikes still not going....:brick:

[Transalper]

Only fast riders this trip.... my bikes still not going....:brick:

That's no good.... but there are others.... other morerer slower riders that is. :p

[pete-blen]

That's no good.... but there are others.... other morerer slower riders that is. :p


:scooter: 250 :nya:

[cynna]

Only fast riders this trip.... my bikes still not going....:brick:

still fitting the forks or something else now? for the tenere you can buy bolt on upside down forks but not cheap tho ...... would rather get the 760cc big bore kit

[pete-blen]

still fitting the forks or something else now? for the tenere you can buy bolt on upside down forks but not cheap tho ...... would rather get the 760cc big bore kit

Why not 890 & 120 rear wheel Hp... :gob:
734 bore kit / plus 12mm stroker crank / stage 3 raptor cam / 2mm bored throttle body...
The XT running gear can't use the power its got... with out doing the suspension ...

Forks are in..Had it ready... but pulled it apart again... replace all wheel bearing/seals & linkage bearings..
figgered while I have it in bits..may aswell do everything..Then I can forget about it for a couple years...

[flashg]

Just took out the baffles from the arrow mufflers on the xtz 2nd gear wheelies cool. Down side, shit its loud. Will see what its like going to work. Saturday could be hard with to much noise

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[pete-blen]

Just took out the baffles from the arrow mufflers on the xtz 2nd gear wheelies cool. Down side, shit its loud. Will see what its like going to work. Saturday could be hard with to much noise

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The metal Mule 2 into 1 on the XTR is almost unrideable with the baffle out for any length of time..
But it picks up a few more hp...

[flashg]

That's what I'm worried about. Think they've lost some of the packing. Done 16,000 km's on these mufflers. Might have to repack them

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[FuzzG]

yes you will be ok with us - we wont leave you behind - we have fast and slow riders so anyone is welcome. leaving the peg at ten. which is the Belfast tavern on main north road

Thanks guys, see ya on Saturday morning

[ADVGD]

mattsdakar told me his XR650 is now for sale, he's got something blue now.

I believe I know what the blue machine is, he'll be stoked. Is he coming this weekend?


Mat and tent are in case of emergency or lack of empty bunks.
Everyone should follow your lead on that, the overnighters should take tenting gear just in case.

Island Gully is only 4 bunks you know? Sedgemere has 6. How many riders are staying Saturday night now? Most likely some will be tenting regardless if the hut is empty. I'm happy to tent, especially if there are noisy snorers in the group!


Just took out the baffles from the arrow mufflers on the xtz 2nd gear wheelies cool. Down side, shit its loud. Will see what its like going to work. Saturday could be hard with to much noise

Saturday would not only be hard but it'll be very lonely also, no one likes riding with a bike with no baffles. Too bloody noisy, it scares stock, pisses off farmers and gives other riders the shits; not ADV PC

[Transalper]

I believe I know what the blue machine is, he'll be stoked. Is he coming this weekend? ...

He can't do this weekend.


no one likes riding with a bike with no baffles...I like things quiet.

[Peeteey]

Weather's looking betterer :)

Shower on Sat am, cloudy 20deg then Sun clearing to 28deg. Woop!

Jim Hickey eat your heart out.

http://www.accuweather.com/en/nz/hanmer-springs/247048/weekend-weather/247048

[flashg]

Ok

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[flashg]

Baffles are back in. Don't want to piss anyone off.

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[Peeteey]

Can lend a warm sleeping bag if required, it's not a flash down one so a bit large but does the job.


Thanks for the offer Neels, very kind of you! If I were more organised I'd have taken you up on your offer but I'll have to make do with my thinner one and wear lots of thermals. No problem, am used to sleeping in my clothes anyhoo :)

[whatastoner]

Thanks for the invite cynna. Can't make it. I'm not in the country right now.

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[ADVGD]

Thanks for the invite cynna. Can't make it. I'm not in the country right now.

Pretty flimsy excuse... =)

[Shoshoni]

Spoke to DOC about the tracks and they have said it's wet and boggy some place's need repair and drainage fixed before heavy vehicles can use it.
So should be fun, I think those on the lighter bike should carry all our gear that way we can keep up with them.

[Transalper]

...I think those on the lighter bike should carry all our gear that way we can keep up with them.

Doesn't sound like a very good idea to me :oi-grr:

[cynna]

lucky the teneres have a 'towing out of quicksand hook" for when we get stuck

[bigboy]

Hi. Ive been on google maps checking the roads. It looks like a long way in, maybe 180 ks ? to lake tennison.

I only get 200ks before reserve tank, so ill be taking another tank container.

I most likely return the same day, so may only go in 200 ks max.

Caltex hanmer hours are.... Saturday and Sunday 7.30am to 6.00pm

[Transalper]

My mapping software and ADVGD's site add up to...
Hanmer to Lake Tennyson is 62km one way.
Edwards pass is 19.2km one way.
Mailings Pass is 12.3km one way.



So.... 187km round trip. Add 22km round trip to Island Gully hut if your camping... or 34km round trip if we end up at the Sledgemere one.

[Shoshoni]

Hi. Ive been on google maps checking the roads. It looks like a long way in, maybe 180 ks ? to lake tennison.

I only get 200ks before reserve tank, so ill be taking another tank container.

I most likely return the same day, so may only go in 200 ks max.

Caltex hanmer hours are.... Saturday and Sunday 7.30am to 6.00pm

Fill up at Hanmer which is normally the case for us so fuel shouldn't be a problem and a lot of us have large tanks to share fuel if it did.
We will be back in Hanmer before anything is closed.

[bushy]

Have a great ride guys, may the weather gods be on your side!! Look forward to the ride report.

Next ride for me is Invercargill to pay homage to Burt, any one else heading down?

[Peeteey]

All packed, just need to attach it all to the bike :eek: Should be fun trying. Bloody tent takes up half the bike!
Camera charged, phone charged, other camera charged, other phone with spare battery charged.
I've packed a tow rope and almost every other tool I have in the garage so if anyone (read: me) gets stuck then they can be pulled out by someone (read: you) :D

PS my tent is a 2 person so if anyone needs somewhere to sleep and doesn't have a tent and wants to risk it, I have room ...

[Transalper]

Just remember if ya using panniers on the bike you need to keep the weight from pressing the side panels or bags themselves on to the exhaust. Things melt and/or burn.

[thepom]

Where on the bike are you strapping the guitar peeteey? Lol

[neels]

Bugger, had it in my head that I was on call for work this weekend but turns out I'm not, otherwise I would have been going mad with the welder and sorting gear carting stuff on the drz so I could come along for the ride.

Have fun.

[cynna]

better get some sleep if im to get there on time. not raining at the moment so fingers crossed

[Peeteey]

Just remember if ya using panniers on the bike you need to keep the weight from pressing the side panels or bags themselves on to the exhaust. Things melt and/or burn.

This bike has proper panier mounting bar things but I've got everything in top box or on seat behind me. (hopefully, am still in bed planning!)


Where on the bike are you strapping the guitar peeteey? Lol

Ha ha, most guitar bags have straps so you can wear them as a backpack but they're a pain as the neck acts like a giant sail!


Bugger, had it in my head that I was on call for work this weekend but turns out I'm not, otherwise I would have been going mad with the welder and sorting gear carting stuff on the drz so I could come along for the ride.

Have fun.

Bummer, would have been fun to have you along!

[Shoshoni]

Webcam images not looking good I hope it's blue sky's on the other side.

http://www.takeabreak.co.nz/new-zealand-webcams.asp#hanmer-springs