Cliff Hanger (road) Hill Climb and Rally 2011 (19-20 March)

[Deano]

Its time again to crown the King of the Cliff Hanger.

Sat 19th and Sun 20th March 2011, Gladstone, East of Carterton, Wairarapa. There will once again be a rally on site.

Visit www.cliffhanger.org.nz for entry forms and more info.

[Weaver]

Awesome. I'm looking forward to this, I'll be doing it on both bikes this year.

[White trash]

Trying to decide wether or not to ask to do it on a sidecar this year. At least Drew wont beat me that way............

[Deano]

Trying to decide wether or not to ask to do it on a sidecar this year. At least Drew wont beat me that way............

As long as you're swinging he will always beat you across the line bro !!

Bwahahaa

[ecko_nzed]

hmmm, might have something on that weekend, but if not, keen to help out Deano.

[White trash]

As long as you're swinging he will always beat you across the line bro !!

Bwahahaa

Wait till you see some photos from Ruapuna bro. I'm fairly confident I spent a fair ammount of time ahead of him....

[Clivoris]

:crybaby:
Downloaded my entry yesterday, moments before my mate informed me he was coming back from the UK to get married on that weekend, and asked if I would be best man. Maybe they would like to get married in the Wairarapa? Know any good celebrants Deano?

[Deano]

:crybaby:
Downloaded my entry yesterday, moments before my mate informed me he was coming back from the UK to get married on that weekend, and asked if I would be best man. Maybe they would like to get married in the Wairarapa? Know any good celebrants Deano?

Umm no sorry. Get him to come a week later ?

[fatboyzed]

Ye-ha bout bloody time, been hanging out for this since the new acquisition.
The road is same as last year only the first long straight has been widened and resealed up to and just past the first right bend, still got that nasty bump on that righthander after the dam entrance tho

[Deano]

Ye-ha bout bloody time, been hanging out for this since the new acquisition.


A K3 Gixxer ? Brave man !! I might leave my thou at home and concentrate on F3 this year.

I should take this opportunity to thank all the sponsors who have come on board this year in the various classes.

Dave Anderson Motorcycles 601cc to Open Championship Class.

Motomart Superbike

TSS Red Baron Supersport

Sargent Motorcycles Formula 3

Wellington Motorcycles BEARS

Maidstone Yamaha Motards

Great effort - thanks guys !!

[White trash]

A K3 Gixxer ? Brave man !! I might leave my thou at home and concentrate on F3 this year.

I should take this opportunity to thank all the sponsors who have come on board this year in the various classes.

Dave Anderson Motorcycles 601cc to Open Championship Class.

Motomart Superbike

TSS Red Baron Supersport

Sargent Motorcycles Formula 3

Wellington Motorcycles BEARS

Maidstone Yamaha Motards

Great effort - thanks guys !!

Who. The Fuck. Is sponsoring. The Sidecars?

[Str8 Jacket]

Who. The Fuck. Is sponsoring. The Sidecars?

Terry Serepisos?

[Deano]

Who. The Fuck. Is sponsoring. The Sidecars?

No one at this stage and the fliers are out.

Its not too late of course but there were no takers to the mailout request and I have limited time to chase people up......and there haven't been any sidecars since 04 IIRC......and blah blah blah LOL

Like I suggested, you should ask Steve Bron to sponsor the class and also enter. That would be very entertaining.

[White trash]

No one at this stage and the fliers are out.

Its not too late of course but there were no takers to the mailout request and I have limited time to chase people up......and there haven't been any sidecars since 04 IIRC......and blah blah blah LOL

Like I suggested, you should ask Steve Bron to sponsor the class and also enter. That would be very entertaining.

Fuck off. If we're the only ones racing, we'll take out class honours.

Wanna put a fifty on whether or not we're quicker to the top than the SV?

[Deano]

Terry Serepisos?

Facebook ? :innocent:

[Deano]

Fuck off. If we're the only ones racing, we'll take out class honours.


Is there any honour in that ? :shutup:


Wanna put a fifty on whether or not we're quicker to the top than the SV?

3:01.999 B. Wyeth/I Mitchelmoore 1988 Yamaha R1 Sidecar 134.5kph

2.36 D Bentley 2006 SV650

You sure you want that bet bro ?

[White trash]

Is there any honour in that ? :shutup:



3:01.999 B. Wyeth/I Mitchelmoore 1988 Yamaha R1 Sidecar 134.5kph

2.36 D Bentley 2006 SV650

You sure you want that bet bro ?

MAde ya fucken research it though, didn't I.

[Deano]

MAde ya fucken research it though, didn't I.

Yep you did LOL. You can never be too sure !! In the sidecars favour, the course was slightly longer back in 2004, but only by 9 seconds max.

[Clivoris]

Who. The Fuck. Is sponsoring. The Sidecars?

"Who The Fuck", is that "Who Gives a Fucks'" brother? Oh hang on, it might be "Why The Fuck".:woohoo:

[fatboyzed]

[QUOTE=Deano;1129994883]A K3 Gixxer ? Brave man !! I might leave my thou at home and concentrate on F3 this year.

Your not wrong, just got home from the sprints and HOLY SHIT what a step up from the 1100.

[Deano]

Your not wrong, just got home from the sprints and HOLY SHIT what a step up from the 1100.

What top speed did ya do ?

[Foxzee]

"The fastest speed claimed and proven by any "Turtle" is 22 mph by a frightened pacific leatherback!

Hehehehe:love:

[fatboyzed]

What top speed did ya do ?

Dont know had to shoot of before it finished, but it was a little faster than a frightened pacific leatherback (turtle)...(just)
I think Malcom is going to try putting them on the cliffhanger website

[Deano]

Well its about time that someone started some smack talk !!

Who apart from Gareth E is going to try and take my F3 record ? Huh huh ?

I heard a rumour that Jay Lawrence has procured a K7 Gixxer 1000......is there anyone who can step up and beat that, bearing in mind he holds the record time of 2.09s ?

Current King, Drew Mair only has a dirty old RF900 to compete on but is confident of 2nd place.

So...........let the smack talk begin.

[fatboyzed]

Drew on a rf, Shit, would i be pushing the boat out to say my chances just got a whole lot better? ... probably.
My goal this year is to take some silverware off Darren, 2:38.71 pfffft walk in the park buddy, AND without tyre warmers:bleh:

[Deano]

Drew on a rf, Shit, would i be pushing the boat out to say my chances just got a whole lot better? ... probably.
My goal this year is to take some silverware off Darren, 2:38.71 pfffft walk in the park buddy, AND without tyre warmers:bleh:

Thats the idea !! Although 2.18s is the goal for a respectable 1000cc time !!:bleh:

[fatboyzed]

Thats the idea !! Although 2.18s is the goal for a respectable 1000cc time !!:bleh:
Small steps Deano, besides my accountant says i can only afford to dish out one whoopin a month:spanking:

[ecko_nzed]

Deano, would love to come along on the mighty RVF and take the F3 title away from you and that bag of pus SV <insert Tui here> but alas daughters birthday weekend <insert other lame excuse here>.

So sorry but someone else will have to be the slowest rider this time ;-)

unless.....

[Str8 Jacket]

So sorry but someone else will have to be the slowest rider this time ;-)


Pfft, that is usually me and I am not racing this time round....

[ducatilover]

I'll show you all how it's done on 200kg+ Kawacrapboringshitboat 400 with 53hp, or 58...I don't know. It's poo, I'll get skidmark to ride it and he will eat everyone By eat, I mean he'll suck them off

I'll try come down for a perve, but, both my bikes are terrible and certainly not set up to go around corners and make up for my significant lack of Rossi.

[Deano]

Deano, would love to come along on the mighty RVF and take the F3 title away from you


Whew thanks Andrew :niceone:


I'll show you all how it's done on 200kg+ Kawacrapboringshitboat 400 with 53hp, or 58...I don't know. It's poo, I'll get skidmark to ride it and he will eat everyone By eat, I mean he'll suck them off

I'll try come down for a perve, but, both my bikes are terrible and certainly not set up to go around corners and make up for my significant lack of Rossi.

Everyones welcome to have a bash - especially on Saturady fun/practice day. There are good times to be had at the rally too.

[Clivoris]

At the risk of sounding like a boring old bastard, I will repeat that this is one of the best "racing" events in New Zealand. If I had more experience I would go as far as to say it is world class. It's true strength is that anyone can come along and have a hoot doing something that most people think is mental. It is only as dangerous as riding a motorcycle on the road is in any other circumstance. In my world that translates into "I'll be right", and it's true. Drew hasn't crashed there yet. The camraderie during the event is great and honestly, anyone can give it a go. It doesn't matter how fast you go, as long as you're in there giving it a go.
It sucks that I can't be there this year.

[fatboyzed]

At the risk of sounding like a boring old bastard, I will repeat that this is one of the best "racing" events in New Zealand. If I had more experience I would go as far as to say it is world class. It's true strength is that anyone can come along and have a hoot doing something that most people think is mental. It is only as dangerous as riding a motorcycle on the road is in any other circumstance. In my world that translates into "I'll be right", and it's true. Drew hasn't crashed there yet. The camraderie during the event is great and honestly, anyone can give it a go. It doesn't matter how fast you go, as long as you're in there giving it a go.

I second that.
This is the ONLY "racing" event i do apart from the sprints cliffhanger organise, and every year i am amazed at the amount of people that offer help/advice from riding to setup or just stop to have a chat.
Simply am orsome event.

[slowpoke]

Yep, at the risk of repeating the great comments ad nauseum: it's great!

Ride at your own pace, just you and the road, with a sausage in bread treat served up by a lovely lady or, for those of you on italian bikes, a hirsute gentleman, between scoots, what could be better?

Oooooh, I know! Bugger off the tyre warmers, they're a pain the arse.

[Quasi]

Ride at your own pace, just you and the road, with a sausage in bread treat served up by a lovely lady or, for those of you on italian bikes, a hirsute gentleman,

I've not come across the aforementioned hirsute gentleman in previous years.
Will he be there this year?
I would much prefer to be served a sausage by him:rolleyes:

[slowpoke]

Ride at your own pace, just you and the road, with a sausage in bread treat served up by a lovely lady or, for those of you on italian bikes, a hirsute gentleman, between scoots, what could be better?



I've not come across the aforementioned hirsute gentleman in previous years.
Will he be there this year?
I would much prefer to be served a sausage by him:rolleyes:

NEWS FLASH: the GFC has forced some cutbacks so they've decided to employ a hirsute lady to cover all the bases.....

[davebullet]

Everyones welcome to have a bash - especially on Saturady fun/practice day. There are good times to be had at the rally too.

Have a bash? hmmm... Is there a prize for the slowest up the hill?

[Deano]

Have a bash? hmmm... Is there a prize for the slowest up the hill?

YES !! A large motorcycle inserted in your ........ if you aren't quick enough to prevent them from catching you. You have one minute head start - don't leave before Jay or Drew eh ? !!



But seriously - have a crack at it mate - its a shit load of fun.

[davebullet]

YES !! A large motorcycle inserted in your ........ if you aren't quick enough to prevent them from catching you. You have one minute head start - don't leave before Jay or Drew eh ? !!



But seriously - have a crack at it mate - its a shit load of fun.

Maybe next year... if I can learn to ride a bike properly (more track days / coaching needed).

PS: I just googled hirsute. Let's just say I wish I hadn't and it's a good way to start a diet.

[Deano]

Ok I know people like to hold off until the last minute, but if you are keen to enter, please do so soon.

It takes a lot of stress out of sign in if there are pre entries - mmuch less processing to do.

Also - an MC is needed to announce the riders, plug the sponsors etc.

Is anyone keen to assist, particularly on Sunday 20th ?

[Deano]

Bump - get those entries rolling in peeps. There will be a limit on the number of entries. Don't miss out !!

[Matt Bleck]

Bump - get those entries rolling in peeps. There will be a limit on the number of entries. Don't miss out !!

Sorry Mr Bentley but I won't be there to hand out a whole lot of teaching! :violin:

[Deano]

Sorry Mr Bentley but I won't be there to hand out a whole lot of teaching! :violin:

Why's that bro ? :innocent:

[driftn]

Looking forward to it, be my first time racing there and the first run will be only my second time on the road ever. BRING IT DREW!!!!!!:facepalm:

[Matt Bleck]

Why's that bro ? :innocent:

I've given up racing for flying, I'm having trouble with my landings tho...

[et al]

I am having another go at this, it is always an enjoyable event whether competing or not. Don't be afraid to come and have a go too people, it is a rare opportunity to ride as fast as you want legally on a public road.

[Deano]

Great reading the above endorsements !!

Only 5 more sleeps people !!

[davebullet]

Ok - now the dumb questions:

1. Is the rally open to the public?
2. When do the gates open?
3. How much and presume we pay at the gate?

PS: weather looks like shite in Masterton over the Weekend....

[Deano]

Ok - now the dumb questions:

1. Is the rally open to the public?
2. When do the gates open?
3. How much and presume we pay at the gate?

PS: weather looks like shite in Masterton over the Weekend....

1. Yes.....motorcycling public LOL
2. Hillclimb runs start at 10.00am on Sat - I'd suggest the rally starts about this time as well. There are contact details on the attached entry form if you want more accurate info.
3. $25 each or $15 each for people who enter the hill climb. There is a pre booked dinner for $15

The event has not yet had to be cancelled due to inclement weather - it will still be run if damp. Bring your wets if you have em and want to be uber competitive....if its wet of course.

I've attached the entry form for ya as well.

[davebullet]

Ok - so I've got 4 keen to go. One is weather dependent, one is skill dependent, one is woman dependent (whether or not she lets him - sheesh), and I am just a dependent full stop.

[White trash]

Gonna be a good night indeed, I'm woman dependant for Rally attendance myself also. However, should I be there, how sick is it gonna be with a few Mairs, a heap of beers and a GSXR1100 sidecar in a padock? Mean maori, mean.

[Deano]

Gonna be a good night indeed, I'm woman dependant for Rally attendance myself also. However, should I be there, how sick is it gonna be with a few Mairs, a heap of beers and a GSXR1100 sidecar in a padock? Mean maori, mean.

As long as it stays in the paddock during the night eh.......:rolleyes:

Oh - and immobile.

[White trash]

As long as it stays in the paddock during the night eh.......:rolleyes:

Oh - and immobile.

You used to be cool man............

[Gone Burger]

I know this is a two day event - but have not been to one yet. I am working on the Saturday (til 4am - yikes!). Is it worth it popping over for a look on Sunday, or does all the action happen mostly on the first day? May have some new wheels I need to start getting used to. Shhhh

[White trash]

I know this is a two day event - but have not been to one yet. I am working on the Saturday (til 4am - yikes!). Is it worth it popping over for a look on Sunday, or does all the action happen mostly on the first day? May have some new wheels I need to start getting used to. Shhhh

Real action happens on the Sunday. Saturday is a fun day/practice day. Stupid sidecar shit ensues on the SUnday.

[Gone Burger]

Real action happens on the Sunday. Saturday is a fun day/practice day. Stupid sidecar shit ensues on the SUnday.

Super - cheers Jimmy. Will rock on over on Sunday for a look. Will be cool to see indeed.

[sinfull]

how sick is it gonna be with a few Mairs, a heap of beers . hehehehehehehehe It's been a year or so !!!


I know this is a two day event - but have not been to one yet. I am working on the Saturday (til 4am - yikes!). Is it worth it popping over for a look on Sunday, or does all the action happen mostly on the first day? May have some new wheels I need to start getting used to. Shhhh Was that "working till 4 am saturday" or 4 am sunday, cause the fun really starts when the bikes park up sat evening !

[Deano]

Weather forecast is looking better today.

[flame]

Bears class aye!! hmmm ...just not so sure I can remember how to ride on a road :scratch:

[Deano]

Bears class aye!! hmmm ...just not so sure I can remember how to ride on a road :scratch:

7/10ths of course !! :rolleyes:

[davebullet]

Weather forecast is looking better today.

Yup - looks better..
Sat - "A few showers with westies"
Sun - "Dry with wind" - Metservice must know there be beans being served Saturday night at the rally.

[flame]

7/10ths of course !! :rolleyes:

ahhh yep....I can give that a go :)

[MD]

So what time does one need to be there on Saturday to sign up? Yes, I do enjoy my weekend sleep in.

I can't open/upload the entry form - it opens corrupted/unreadable. That doesn't matter since I want to turn up first, check out the competition to see if too many Racers turn up on 600+hp sports bikes with anything other than adventure tyres fitted.

Entering a race with a sports/race focused bike on sports/race/slick tyres is just cheating in my book!

In fact a fair handicap system would be fast bikes with more than 129hp must use diesel.

[Deano]

So what time does one need to be there on Saturday to sign up? Yes, I do enjoy my weekend sleep in.

I can't open/upload the entry form - it opens corrupted/unreadable. That doesn't matter since I want to turn up first, check out the competition to see if too many Racers turn up on 600+hp sports bikes with anything other than adventure tyres fitted.

Entering a race with a sports/race focused bike on sports/race/slick tyres is just cheating in my book!

In fact a fair handicap system would be fast bikes with more than 129hp must use diesel.

And I recall you telling me you like to hit the roads early and be home by morning tea ?

I'm sure you will ensure that the Tiger punches above it's weight and surprises a few people. BEARS or Superbike Class ?

Sign on is at 8.00am to 8.30am, but if there is room for more, entries will be received throughout the day.

Strange about the entry form - it was working ok last week.

See ya tomorrow mate. I can't freaking wait !!

[MD]

I'm sure you will ensure that the Tiger punches above it's weight

Thanks Dean. But it's a fair bit of weight to try and punch above!
Not sure if I can get it race prep'd in time tonight. You know the basic race set up; fit heated handgrips; panniers and topbox.

[MD]

Well I must be first one home.

That was a lot of fun. Trying to use both sides of the road messes with your head!
Got a bit too hot at times but we sure can't complain about the weather.

Looks like I will have to go back tomorrow to see if I can hang on in there for the BEARS win. I think it's 2/10th of a second between the race spec Tiger and a MV1000 full dress tourer. Better take my mirrors of for another 1/10th

One Rider had a bad off and last I heard he had a wee spell in hospital and is going home tonight, get well. Can't say the same for his bike. Totally munted comes to mind.

[White trash]

Thanks Dean. But it's a fair bit of weight to try and punch above!
Not sure if I can get it race prep'd in time tonight. You know the basic race set up; fit heated handgrips; panniers and topbox.


Well I must be first one home.

That was a lot of fun. Trying to use both sides of the road messes with your head!
Got a bit too hot at times but we sure can't complain about the weather.

Looks like I will have to go back tomorrow to see if I can hang on in there for the BEARS win. I think it's 2/10th of a second between the race spec Tiger and a MV1000 full dress tourer. Better take my mirrors of for another 1/10th

One Rider had a bad off and last I heard he had a wee spell in hospital and is going home tonight, get well. Can't say the same for his bike. Totally munted comes to mind.

Selling your bike a bit short there mate. After the practice, Drew sits fastest on 2.18 on his 95 RF900, Dion Sellers next on 2.21 on his S1000R BMW. I think Deano threw down a 2.23 on his SV which is SPECTACULAR. Luke's around 2.24 from memory.

It aint what ya ride, it's how you ride it.

[MD]

Selling your bike a bit short there mate. After the practice, Drew sits fastest on 2.18 on his 95 RF900, Dion Sellers next on 2.21 on his S1000R BMW. I think Deano threw down a 2.23 on his SV which is SPECTACULAR. Luke's around 2.24 from memory.

It aint what ya ride, it's how you ride it.
Cheers. Yeah, I simply ride for the buzz and the Tiger is a very rewarding ride. Are we going to see you tomorrow Jimmy?

How Drew got that sort of speed out of an old RF900 is beyond belief. If that aint enough, let me mention three words...Shinko front tyre! I wouldn't risk a 50kph commute on one of them.

Not that I'm an expert but a road and surface like that (large chip) seems to favour road bikes. If I could have had a blast on one bike that was there that day it would have been the 'soft-ish' road biased Blade (2008+ model). But not with slicks on.

[trx850]

Today's results are up on the Cliffhanger (http://cliffhanger.org.nz/) page.

[xxcbr69xx]

What an awesome event and a great weekend!
Nice job by those that work hard to make this happen, thanks guys :clap:

Here's a couple of vids from the weekend for those that are interested:

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[Mooch]

Today's results are up on the Cliffhanger (http://cliffhanger.org.nz/) page.

Ha Ha , See your and Petes times are even better than last year ! Well done.

[ecko_nzed]

Damnit it looks fun, if the world doesn't end in 2012, I think I'm gonna be out of excuses and will have to enter.

[Drew]

Damn it, no film of me coming over the bridge on the RF.

Wanted to make sure I didn't look like as much of a pussy through there as most people. Bwahahahahaha

[White trash]

Damn it, no film of me coming over the bridge on the RF.

Wanted to make sure I didn't look like as much of a pussy through there as most people. Bwahahahahaha

I think we went faster on the chair through there than Luke did on the ZX6!

[xxcbr69xx]

Damn it, no film of me coming over the bridge on the RF.

Wanted to make sure I didn't look like as much of a pussy through there as most people. Bwahahahahaha


Yeah, I wondered how he didn't get any of you through there, he told me he could hear your tyres sliding tho.
Wasn't at that spot when the FZR went down either unfortunately.

Simon looked bloody quick through there on that chook chaser!

[ducatilover]

Is that time on the RF correct???? If so, Drew, I give you beer! :gob: I reckon I could lay a 7 min pass down on the Kawasaki if the sack of shit ran.

[Drew]

Is that time on the RF correct???? If so, Drew, I give you beer! :gob: I reckon I could lay a 7 min pass down on the Kawasaki if the sack of shit ran.

So I'm told mate, was consistently all I could wring out of it really as it was getting pretty loose on exits. The old girl will be good for a few seconds quicker next year with good tyres.

[fatboyzed]

Im just glad drew didnt catch me on the last run.
A new PB for me but was expecting a little better,will have to hammer the trackdays for next years effort.
Thanks for the setup changes to drew, seemed to work better getting more heat into the tyres.

[ducatilover]

So I'm told mate, was consistently all I could wring out of it really as it was getting pretty loose on exits. The old girl will be good for a few seconds quicker next year with good tyres.

I'm very impressed, that's getting a boogie on for an old RF! :blink:

[driftn]

I'm very impressed, that's getting a boogie on for an old RF! :blink:

There is nothing that bike can't do we found out. A true ADVENTURE bike.
Watch out for it next year I have a feeling he misses his title already.

[et al]

Another great HillClimb weekend. Some very memorable things were experienced and many new Cliffhanger legends were created, on and off track. Needless to say there was some really silly shit going on in the Paddock on Saturday night, not to mention the really funny stuff that went on later when the action moved over to the Rally tent. Thanks to all who organised, helped and participated in this truly unique event, long may it prosper.