Learners and Newbie Ride

[Mom]

I had fun! Great day out, wonderful company as usual, great to meet new faces too!

Millie enjoyed playing at the back of the pack, at times she got quite exhurberant to be fair :innocent: As far as not seeing things goes, it is all about taking a wide angle view of what is ahead of you instead of worrying about what is under your noce so to speak.

Fantastic effort by those really new riders, you all did extremely well indeedy. Looking forward to the next one.

[Maha]

On each of the rides there have been riders turn up that have not been riding very long at all...be it four months or a week or, on our 2nd ride....''I got the bike last weekend and rode it home''...eh Brendon?...
Bike sizes and types....we've had them all.
The whole experience so far has been real positive and long may it continue.

[Maha]

Yeah I want to try and find some for my little bike...

Here ya go.....


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[Grant`]

Yeah I want to try and find some for my little bike...

Custom Chambers make some good pipes for you bike!

[Grant`]

Was an awesome detour to the roundabout at Brighams Creek though. Something different haha :drinkup:

[Mom]

Was an awesome detour to the roundabout at Brighams Creek though. Something different haha :drinkup:

Shut up! So I am directionally challenged :shutup: To be honest I thought we were at the top of the North Western Motorway :o I am not familiar with that part of the world.

I looked in awe and wonder at the little red car on that roundabout that was tootling melodiously on her hooter of doom while she very nearly turned me into tarmac :gob: Since when is it ok to change lanes mid roundabout? Her not me, and she had the fucken hide to tootle meeeeeeeeeee :facepalm:

Talk about detours, you guys get the prize for attendance today. Whangarei is a bit of a pootle to the start point. No idea what time you turned out of the scratcher to get here, I was barely out of the shower when you arrived here!

[hellokitty]

Was a great ride thanks Mom and Maha.
:blink: BLue Rider got some air on the train tracks!!!!!! :yes: looked fun! :Punk:
Beth, your pipes are awesome! I want some!
Foghorn :niceone: always such a gentleman!

[Grant`]

Shut up! So I am directionally challenged :shutup: To be honest I thought we were at the top of the North Western Motorway :o I am not familiar with that part of the world.

I looked in awe and wonder at the little red car on that roundabout that was tootling melodiously on her hooter of doom while she very nearly turned me into tarmac :gob: Since when is it ok to change lanes mid roundabout? Her not me, and she had the fucken hide to tootle meeeeeeeeeee :facepalm:

Talk about detours, you guys get the prize for attendance today. Whangarei is a bit of a pootle to the start point. No idea what time you turned out of the scratcher to get here, I was barely out of the shower when you arrived here!

Yeah was great fun and games :-)

We left at just after 7 in the morning and arrived home just before 6 so was a fecking long day but its nice to catch up with friends and meet new people and having the chance to blast along Woodcocks road made the whole trip worth it!

[Mom]

Yeah was great fun and games :-)

We left at just after 7 in the morning and arrived home just before 6 so was a fecking long day but its nice to catch up with friends and meet new people and having the chance to blast along Woodcocks road made the whole trip worth it!

Cobwebs enjoy Woodcocks :yes:

Was lovely to see you both today, thanks for coming down.

[blue rider]

i think this was my best riding experience since i got the little transformer.
so many firsts today
first time over the bridge
first time on the motorway
first time on the open road

then the things i did not see, oooops
then the detour because .....ooooops
and the train tracks....well I did not see myself, so all good.

again thanks to Mom and Maha for organizing these rides, thanks to all others for beautiful company, words of encouragement and tips on how to do things better,

What a great day :grouphug:

[hellokitty]

Yeah was great fun and games :-)

We left at just after 7 in the morning and arrived home just before 6 so was a fecking long day but its nice to catch up with friends and meet new people and having the chance to blast along Woodcocks road made the whole trip worth it!

Sorry for my ignorance, but were you the tall guy that said bye to me as I left the pub? And the lady with the Gladius? Damn that is a pretty bike!

[blue rider]

Sorry for my ignorance, but were you the tall guy that said bye to me as I left the pub? And the lady with the Gladius? Damn that is a pretty bike!

the Gladius I WANT :drool:

[Mom]

the Gladius I WANT :drool:

Yeah that is a very pretty bike indeedy. Good step up from what you are riding too. Tiny steps though, lets get rid of that yellow plate, it will clash with any further paint jobs :dodge:

[blue rider]

Yeah that is a very pretty bike indeedy. Good step up from what you are riding too. Tiny steps though, lets get rid of that yellow plate, it will clash with any further paint jobs :dodge:

Yes MOM......:chase:

[NewRob]

Hi all. Nice to meet everyone. Had a blast. Take care and ride safe. Cheers

[Beth Stewart]

Hey everyone, thanks for a great day also and friendly company. I will sure look out for the next ride. And thanks for the comments about my pipes, I thought everyone would think they are a bit over the top but I love them and people sure know I am around. Thanks again!

[blue rider]

Hi all. Nice to meet everyone. Had a blast. Take care and ride safe. Cheers

nice pictures, neighbor (i'm in r oak)

[NewRob]

nice pictures, neighbor (i'm in r oak)

Hi, neighbour, I am in Onehunga. Nice meeting you. Maybe catch up with all of you guys for the next ride. Cheers.

[hellokitty]

Hey everyone, thanks for a great day also and friendly company. I will sure look out for the next ride. And thanks for the comments about my pipes, I thought everyone would think they are a bit over the top but I love them and people sure know I am around. Thanks again!

Your pipes are great! I have pipe envy.... :facepalm:

[Grant`]

Sorry for my ignorance, but were you the tall guy that said bye to me as I left the pub? And the lady with the Gladius? Damn that is a pretty bike!

Yeah I was the one sitting down at the bar table with the short hair giving you permission to leave that one time heh, and yes also with the lady on the gladius (Newhere on the forums).

:sunny:

[newhere]

Hi all. Nice to meet everyone. Had a blast. Take care and ride safe. Cheers


It was a great day, nice to see some new riders come along and great to catch up with you Mom and Maha :yes:.

[blue rider]

Your pipes are great! I have pipe envy.... :facepalm:

Pipe envy......now that just sounds sooooo wrong :shutup:

brummmmm brummmmmm:sunny:

[newhere]

the Gladius I WANT :drool:

Yeah, i love my gladius, she's fantastic and a good jump from the Scorpio, which was my learner bike of choice as well.

I would definitely recommend getting used to a bit of open road speed (nothing stupid mind you...) on the Scorpio before you upgrade though :yes: They will likely test you for your restricted at a speed over the 70km hour...

[faredce]

sounds like a great day just getting back into riding and would love to come in the future these are the kind of rides im keen to get involved in...
Hope to see you guys next time

[Maha]

sounds like a great day just getting back into riding and would love to come in the future these are the kind of rides im keen to get involved in...
Hope to see you guys next time

I will be posting the new Ride date soonish...probably the 27th.

[MadDuck]

I might bring my bike to the next one just so I dont have to make brrmmmm bbrrrmmm noises while following you in the car......:facepalm:

[Maha]

I might bring my bike to the next one just so I dont have to make brrmmmm bbrrrmmm noises while following you in the car......:facepalm:

....with a pillion that sits alongside of you....:rockon:

[Mom]

I might bring my bike to the next one just so I dont have to make brrmmmm bbrrrmmm noises while following you in the car......:facepalm:

LOL, I can hear the pair of you now...

[Maha]

Saturday August 27th...:yes::scooter:
More details in post #1...:corn:

[blue rider]

Saturday August 27th...:yes::scooter:
More details in post #1...:corn:

Ohhh, I will come along then again.....! Yay.

any meets up on Fanshaw Street again - pretty please :baby:

[Grant`]

Bugger will be away that weekend, have to catch up on the next one!

[nathanwhite]

No idea if I can make it or not...Still waiting for repair quote <_<

[Foghorn]

Who is meeting at Caltex Fanshaw Street?

I can come over and escort if required.

[blue rider]

Who is meeting at Caltex Fanshaw Street?

I can come over and escort if required.

Me Me Me ME

did I say Me!!!!

hi Foghorn! :sunny:

[nzspokes]

Would there be one on a Sunday one time?

I really struggle with Saturdays. My day for the kids and all.

Cause its all about me.

[Maha]

Though we could head pine needle way for as pizza (or summit else)...as per ride Ride II :niceone:
Sunday is crap weather day.

[nzspokes]

Looks like Exwife wants to change my kids day this weekend. I may be there. Bit nervous about extended motorway. :confused:

And harbour bridge. :confused:

[nathanwhite]

Parts have arrived :wings: so Ill pick them up and fit them tomorrow, means I should be able to make it :woohoo:

[blue rider]

Looks like Exwife wants to change my kids day this weekend. I may be there. Bit nervous about extended motorway. :confused:

And harbour bridge. :confused:


nah, you will be sweet, we just follow Foghorn.......like little ducklings......:chase:

[nzspokes]

nah, you will be sweet, we just follow Foghorn.......like little ducklings......:chase:

What time do you meet at Fanshaw Street?

[nathanwhite]

What time do you meet at Fanshaw Street?

9am sharp. Island time

[Maha]

Who is meeting at Caltex Fanshaw Street?

I can come over and escort if required.
Thank you for your continuence on this issue.


Me Me Me ME

did I say Me!!!!

hi Foghorn! :sunny:
Someone sounds excited?


Looks like Exwife wants to change my kids day this weekend. I may be there. Bit nervous about extended motorway. :confused:

And harbour bridge. :confused:
The bridge is all over quicker than your first sexual experience.

Parts have arrived :wings: so Ill pick them up and fit them tomorrow, means I should be able to make it :woohoo:

Good news Doogle...:Punk:

[Mom]

Bit nervous about extended motorway. :confused:
And harbour bridge. :confused:

Once you pop that cherry life will never be the same again :laugh: Look at it this way, on the motorway all the traffic is heading in the same direction, so nothing oncoming to be concerned about. Just watch your following distance and check for non signalling car drivers ALL the time, you will be sweet. We do sometimes have Souf experienced riders come along, but sadly not this time. I firmly believe that you are at more risk in ordinary traffic than on the motorway.

See you there!


Parts have arrived :wings: so Ill pick them up and fit them tomorrow, means I should be able to make it :woohoo:

Coolies Doogal, do you have a helmet yet?


nah, you will be sweet, we just follow Foghorn.......like little ducklings......:chase:

I am going to take you under my wing this time, no more sight seeing :rofl:


The bridge is all over quicker than your first sexual experience.

How wude :love:

[blue rider]

do I sound excited????

Moi???

ABSOLUTELY!!! :wings:


No more sightseeing, but but but.....but:confused:

[Mom]

No more sightseeing, but but but.....but:confused:

Honestly that was so funny! I have only ever met one other person with a similar trait.

[blue rider]

Honestly that was so funny! I have only ever met one other person with a similar trait.

trait...hmmmm thats one way of putting it!

but i must say, i am always surprised that i do get home at the end of the day...somehow....

[Foghorn]

What time do you meet at Fanshaw Street?

Yeah aim to be at Caltex Fanshaw well before 9am for a 9am sharp departure.
I will then depart Dairy Flat to go on a FBMC ride. So won't be able to join you on this one.:no:

[nzspokes]

What time do you guys finish up? I need to be home 4.30ish to get in the car to get me kids.

And I have to hope my chain and sprocket change goes well tomorrow night.

[blue rider]

What time do you guys finish up? I need to be home 4.30ish to get in the car to get me kids.

And I have to hope my chain and sprocket change goes well tomorrow night.

i was home late afternoon last time i think about 5 pm, but.....i took the wrong exit and a little detour :yes: I get lost easily, and i keep to the speed limit .....check with Maha where the ride is going...

it is great fun and good for confidence and did I mention fun?

[_Shrek_]

a little detour :yes: I get lost easily,

I think the right wording is "I took the scenic way" :whistle:

[Maha]

Home easy by 4pm...will make sure of it.
And for those heading back into Auckland somewhere, we will see you through to the city via the N/Western..:yes:

[nzspokes]

i was home late afternoon last time i think about 5 pm, but.....i took the wrong exit and a little detour :yes: I get lost easily, and i keep to the speed limit .....check with Maha where the ride is going...

it is great fun and good for confidence and did I mention fun?

5 would be cutting it fine. But do able. Have to get back to Manurewa to drive to Henderson to get kiddys at 6.

Well im going to rip the bike to bits first thing tomorrow, see how much I can get done before work and finish it once home. Hopefully before its illegal for me to test ride.

Got me new second hand panniers to try to.

[nzspokes]

Home easy by 4pm...will make sure of it.
And for those heading back into Auckland somewhere, we will see you through to the city via the N/Western..:yes:

Cool. Will try to be there. Will post yes or no tomorrow night.

[nzspokes]

Update, should be there. Got up early and swapped out my rear sprocket and chain.

Now just need to track down the correct front sprocket as I got sent the wrong one. <_<

[The End]

I'll be at Fanshawe by 9 :)

[nzspokes]

Thanks to the folk at Botany Honda Im coming. Bike is back together. Quick dinner then test ride to get some petrol.

Nervous and excited at the same time. :wings:

At 43 that dont happen often. :mellow:

[Foghorn]

Thanks to the folk at Botany Honda Im coming. Bike is back together. Quick dinner then test ride to get some petrol.

Nervous and excited at the same time. :wings:

At 43 that dont happen often. :mellow:

Excellent, See you at Fanshaw :yes:?

[The End]

Looks like it's going to be one heck of a nice day :Punk:

[nzspokes]

Im ready. Will be at Fanshaw. Wonder if my L plate needs to fall off for all this motorway work. :shifty:

[blue rider]

Im ready. Will be at Fanshaw. Wonder if my L plate needs to fall off for all this motorway work. :shifty:

why?
neither you nor your bike will be seeing the stylish yellow! wear it with pride! <_<

[tnarg]

Im ready. Will be at Fanshaw. Wonder if my L plate needs to fall off for all this motorway work. :shifty:

Reminds me, should attach L plates before test on Tuesday. Will try and make it if not to hung over.

[Armi]

I won't be attending this time... Fractured my wrist on wednesday :(

[Maha]

I won't be attending this time... Fractured my wrist on wednesday :(

No good Armi...I'll take some pics for you, if the tides are right, they will be worth a look:niceone:
You went for a ride on Wednesday?...everything alright?

[Mom]

Im ready. Will be at Fanshaw. Wonder if my L plate needs to fall off for all this motorway work. :shifty:

Nah, dont stress.


Will try and make it if not to hung over.

Hangovers are over rated :yes:


I won't be attending this time... Fractured my wrist on wednesday :(

No good!


See you all soon :sunny:

[Armi]

No good Armi...I'll take some pics for you, if the tides are right, they will be worth a look:niceone:
You went for a ride on Wednesday?...everything alright?

I went up to wellsford on wednesday which was all good but then I was practicing emergency braking at NASS and my front wheel locked.

[The End]

Dear Diary,

Today was AWESOME

The End


Thanks again to Maha/Mom and everyone else for coming, was a great day!

I managed to get about 30 minutes of video footage so if it's any good I'll upload it :)

[thehovel]

I went up to wellsford on wednesday which was all good but then I was practicing emergency braking at NASS and my front wheel locked.

When emergency braking squeeze the front brake don't grab it. Let the presure build smoothly,the weight must be on the front wheel before max presure is on. Regards Richard

[blue rider]

Dear Diary,

Today was AWESOME

The End


Thanks again to Maha/Mom and everyone else for coming, was a great day!

I managed to get about 30 minutes of video footage so if it's any good I'll upload it :)

oh dear, video footage is overated......what is it with everyone filming.... :shit:

[blue rider]

thanks to Mum and Maha for a beautiful ride over ze country side......

NZ is quite spectacular and awesome, truly wunderbar :love:

[nzspokes]

Great day and really nice to meet everybody. :Punk:

Really good to get motorways sorted out. And the bridge. Easy really.

Anybody else notice a funny harmonic on the new motorway?

Tired now but time for shower and to get kiddys.

[nzspokes]

Blue rider, if you would like to come out to South Auckland street skills on a Wednesday night I could zip up the motorway and get you. Its really laid back and great fun. Good few newbies go to it. Thread on it below,

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/117274-South-Auckland-Street-Skills?highlight=sass

[nathanwhite]

Dear Diary,

Today was AWESOME

The End


Thanks again to Maha/Mom and everyone else for coming, was a great day!



thanks to Mum and Maha for a beautiful ride over ze country side......

NZ is quite spectacular and awesome, truly wunderbar


Great day and really nice to meet everybody. :Punk:



nothing I think I can add to that really. Nice and chilled ride. Look forward to the next one

[blue rider]

Blue rider, if you would like to come out to South Auckland street skills on a Wednesday night I could zip up the motorway and get you. Its really laid back and great fun. Good few newbies go to it. Thread on it below,

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/117274-South-Auckland-Street-Skills?highlight=sass

could do, if I am not working late.
Let me know when you are going....if I am off at 5 pm sharp I can tag along. (mind i could just leave the office!)

:scooter:

[Foghorn]

Sounds like you guys all had a blast. Glad to hear it. Awesome day for riding. :-)

[blue rider]

Sounds like you guys all had a blast. Glad to hear it. Awesome day for riding. :-)

it was an awesome day, you guys had a nice lunch?

[Maha]

Sounds like you guys all had a blast. Glad to hear it. Awesome day for riding. :-)

New owners at Shelly beach...nice food but alas....no pizza this time...:confused:
Picture perfect out there today.
After Shelly beach we went to Muriwai, I let the cat out of the bag that I want to do the Coast to Coast..Tasman to the Pacific ride, Haven't done that for a few years now.
Then we headed down the N/Western and on to see Edbear at Orewa, just got home...
More fish for tea....:love:

[Maha]

Doogle what the hell?

[Mom]

What a fabulous day! Wonderful weather, good company and a great ride. Special thanks to "Grub" for showing us those really cool roads on the way home, will no doubt become part of our ride repetoire in future.

Was lovely to meet Heather, one of Nigels friends, so I guess he will have to go back to being called Rick :dodge:

Thanks guys, see you on the next one :sunny:

[Mom]

Doogle what the hell?

Hey that rhymes with Google :shit: :laugh:

[rickstv]

WOW!!!! What a day. Best riding weather ever.

Had a new experience on the Northwestern just West of Pt Chev, could feel a slight shimmer in my handlebars that got worse and worse. So left the motorway to check it out. the front tire had started delaminating. returned to Westgate for a coffee where I noticed splitting in the tread where the tire was coming apart.:confused::shit::shit::shit:

Heather suggested Cycletreads would be open, so off we crept along the new motorway to the Shore. The guys at Cycletreads were absolutely great.:Punk:

They changed the tire just before they closed, said if it was the rear there wouldn't have been time as the mechanic was on his way out the door to pick his kids up. Service beyond the call of duty I reckon.

Heather followed me to make sure I didn't come to grief, but all was well, thanks Heather. We returned to Westgate for that coffee $270.00 poorer but $270.00 safer. You cant put a dollar value on safety can you.

By the way, the tire was a shinko :no::no:with plenty of tread on it.

All in all though a bloody fantastic day, see you all next time for the coast to coast.
Rick.

[Mom]

WOW!!!! What a day. Best riding weather ever.

Had a new experience on the Northwestern just West of Pt Chev

Mark noticed you had dropped back, I just thought we were riding faster and leaving you behind :pinch: So glad that happened in town though. $270, cheap as chips safety.

Scarey tyre delamination. How old was it?

[Maha]

Another plug for the great service from the guys at Cycletreads....sterling work.
...Might make it a 10am leave time from Muriwai when we do it.

[rickstv]

Scary thing about this is that the tire was a warranty replacement for a Shinko that did exactly the same thing about six months ago.

I could have taken it back and got another free replacement, but why would I want another one delaminating in six months. I'd rather bin it and not have to worry about it. The rear is coming up for replacement soon, so it won't be replaced with another Shinko The Shinkos were on the bike when I bought it.

Nigel.......er I mean Rick

[Maha]

...anyone get a glimps of the camp ground manager/owner fulla as we left said camping ground loop?...:laugh:
And those roads between Muriwai and Bringham creek?.... nice, cheers for the lead Rob.

[The End]

...anyone get a glimps of the camp ground manager/owner fulla as we left said camping ground loop?...:laugh:
And those roads between Muriwai and Bringham creek?.... nice, cheers for the lead Rob.

I saw him get up off his chair and have a look outside, my impression was that he thought we were some biker gang or something...:laugh:

And yeah, those roads were great!

[Mom]

I he thought we were some biker gang or something...:laugh:

The word on the street is we are known as Maha's Mongrels <_<

[blue rider]

The word on the street is we are known as Maha's Mongrels <_<

Maha's Mongrels, can we have a t-shirt.

that face of the manager, fell almost of the bike because of the laughing, and yeah nice roads....all of them.

will be joining again for the next ride.

[Maha]

Maha's Mongrels, can we have a t-shirt.

that face of the manager, fell almost of the bike because of the laughing, and yeah nice roads....all of them.

will be joining again for the next ride.

...What about...... The L's Angels....:laugh:

[nzspokes]

...anyone get a glimps of the camp ground manager/owner fulla as we left said camping ground loop?...:laugh:
And those roads between Muriwai and Bringham creek?.... nice, cheers for the lead Rob.

I saw him get up. :laugh:

No worries on the little loop. Was a bit worried about going to fast or slow. Theres a few more out that way we could go on that would link into a Bethels/Senic Drive thing.

Kids in bed now. House quiet. My boy asked if tomorrow we could adjust the float level of my Honda RFVC motors primary carb and maybe check the rocker adjustment.

Ah kids, gotta love em.

[blue rider]

...What about...... The L's Angels....:laugh:

but we will be soon the R's Angels and then we need new T'shirts :confused:

[nzspokes]

could do, if I am not working late.
Let me know when you are going....if I am off at 5 pm sharp I can tag along. (mind i could just leave the office!)

:scooter:

I will be going this week as I have to drop back a memory stick. Let me know if you want to and me can meet somewhere in the middle if you want. I finish at 5 to. Its a good bunch.

[nzspokes]

Sounds like you guys all had a blast. Glad to hear it. Awesome day for riding. :-)

Was good to meet ya. Did you make it time to the other ride?

[nathanwhite]

Doogle what the hell?


I didn't want to tell you guys, but I have a rare and degenerative muscular disorder that, right now, causes my neck to lose strength and tension for up to half a second. You managed to click the shutter right before I snapped back. :yes:



:facepalm: I was cracking my neck :weird:

[nathanwhite]

The word on the street is we are known as Maha's Mongrels <_<

I could get some hi vis vests printed with that on the back......
Nice big logo in a circle too :laugh:

[Acc4meplz]

Id be keen to come for a few rides too, but im only sitting my L test this week, but i already got myself a nice little bandit.
So maby in a few weeks ill tag along if thats all good

[nathanwhite]

Id be keen to come for a few rides too, but im only sitting my L test this week, but i already got myself a nice little bandit.
So maby in a few weeks ill tag along if thats all good

Well thats the entire purpose of the ride.

My first group ride was with these guys and I had only been riding for 3 weeks,
Foghorn, however on his first had only been going for 1 week.

[Mom]

Id be keen to come for a few rides too, but im only sitting my L test this week, but i already got myself a nice little bandit.
So maby in a few weeks ill tag along if thats all good


Oh, a bandit :love: :drool: I am a little biased to be fair. Millie is Bandit too! Please feel free to come along, we will split the ride if needs be, so you are riding in your zone. We have had some real newbies along in the past. As Doogal says, this is the purpose of the rides...

Be aware though I may find you a new name :blip:


Well thats the entire purpose of the ride.

My first group ride was with these guys and I had only been riding for 3 weeks,
Foghorn, however on his first had only been going for 1 week.

You are such a HOON now! Actually watch your tyre warming trick would you, it is over rated ,and can catch you out...

[The End]

Be aware though I may find you a new name :blip:

Oh dear...:shit:

[Mom]

Oh dear...:shit:

Hmmmmmmmmmmm...

[Foghorn]

Was good to meet ya. Did you make it time to the other ride?

I did, however a couple of minutes late (bloody new motorway layout) :no:

[Foghorn]

Actually watch your tyre warming trick would you, it is over rated ,and can catch you out...

:yes: We saw that last time.... Don't want to see that agin..... :no::no::no:

[Foghorn]

BTW here is a clip of bridge.....
Let me know what you think.... but be nice this is the first...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=orVN73CsoVs

[nzspokes]

BTW here is a clip of bridge.....
Let me know what you think.... but be nice this is the first...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=orVN73CsoVs

That came out well. My first bridge ride.

Found today as I was checking my valve clearances that my plug had wound itself half way out. :confused:

thought it was lacking power a bit.......

[hellokitty]

BTW here is a clip of bridge.....
Let me know what you think.... but be nice this is the first...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=orVN73CsoVs

Hey :Punk: do you have the footage of today? Perhaps not the parts where I am flapping around in front of the camera before I knew it was on though....

[Mom]

BTW here is a clip of bridge.....
Let me know what you think.... but be nice this is the first...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=orVN73CsoVs

Go the mighty scorpio! Fantastic music :Punk:

[nathanwhite]

You are such a HOON now! Actually watch your tyre warming trick would you, it is over rated ,and can catch you out...

Who the what now? me? :confused:

[blue rider]

BTW here is a clip of bridge.....
Let me know what you think.... but be nice this is the first...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=orVN73CsoVs


most excellent!!! I especially like the clip after yours .....Ducklings in the river :laugh:

can you post the clip of hellokitty doing silly things.....:shifty:

[blue rider]

still at work, so no sound. will have to watch again with music.

it's odd watching oneself.......but it was a splendid ride:Punk:

[blue rider]

that is quite fun to watch


the learners brigade...!
go scorpios go, and the honda too - of course :devil2:

[TZR]

Hey my only mate with a bike just lost his licence, so i'd be keen as on a ride like this. Riding alone just isn't as fun. Are newcomers welcome?

[Mom]

Hey my only mate with a bike just lost his licence, so i'd be keen as on a ride like this. Riding alone just isn't as fun. Are newcomers welcome?

Absolutely! If you subscribe to this thread you will be notified when something is posted so you can keep up to date with what is planned.

[hellokitty]

most excellent!!! I especially like the clip after yours .....Ducklings in the river :laugh:

can you post the clip of hellokitty doing silly things.....:shifty:

Sorry but he seems to cut it off the end of the clip he showed me.... there was a lot of dithering....

[newhere]

:yes: We saw that last time.... Don't want to see that agin..... :no::no::no:


Totally, the scariest most horrifying sound and view in the mirror, never ever want to see or hear it (and over rise against banging in my ear!!!) ever again. Freaky!:gob:

[blue rider]

Your pipes are great! I have pipe envy.... :facepalm:

went for a ride with steelphonix ......her new bike.....pipes.....

now i got pipe envy.... hope the transformer does not hear me, but oh my good the sound.....:love:

[Grant`]

So come on wheres the next ride going to be!

I hate waiting in suspense :blink:

[Maha]

Having to rethink that Grant, will sort it out soon. With Annes broken ankle keeping her off the bike for a couple of months, the rides may become more wide spread...but I have something else on the agenda, we spoke about at the last ride to Shelly Beach...post to come.

[nzspokes]

Hope she heals quick. Sick of cooking yet?

Gots me some panniers for the future planned trips. :yes:

[Grant`]

Having to rethink that Grant, will sort it out soon. With Annes broken ankle keeping her off the bike for a couple of months, the rides may become more wide spread...but I have something else on the agenda, we spoke about at the last ride to Shell Beach...post to come.

Ok back the truck up? What the hell has Anne done to her Ankle?

[Maha]

Eleven weeks away but I want to get it out there because it will mean taking a Friday off work
(for those that work:eek:)

Date ..Friday Nov' 18th to Sunday Nov' 20th.
Friday ride to Cable bay = 300kms
Saturday ride to the cape = 260 return (a beer at Houhora, the northern most pub)
Sunday ride home = 300kms to Auckland central. (or 328kms via twin bridges road)

We have Accommodation right on the beach front just north of Mangonui.
Those that want to tent feel free, you will be meters from the sea/waves.
A Hangi is on the menu for one of those nights and a B-B-Q the other.
All put on by the facility managers.
They will even get the beer in while we away riding!....:woohoo:
We will get an all in inclusive cost per person for the Accom.

I might start a new thread for this.

[Maha]

Ok back the truck up? What the hell has Anne done to her Ankle?

Read about here...in a cast for at least six weeks.:yes:
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/141691-Dangerous-motorbikes-be-buggered

[Grant`]

Doh, go away for a few days and look what mischief she manages to get up to!

Well pass on my wishes of a speedy recovery, that really sucks :facepalm:

[nzspokes]

Eleven weeks away but I want to get it out there because it will mean taking a Friday off work
(for those that work:eek:)

Date ..Friday Nov' 18th to Sunday Nov' 20th.
Friday ride to Cable bay = 300kms
Saturday ride to the cape = 260 return
Sunday ride home = 300kms to Auckland central. (or 328kms via twin bridges road)

We have Accommodation right on the beach front just north of Mangonui.
Those that want to tent feel free, you will be meters from the sea/waves.
A Hangi is on the menu for one of those nights and a B-B-Q the other.
All put on by the facility managers.
They will even get the beer in while we away riding!....:woohoo:
We will get an all inclusive cost per person for the Accom.

I might start a new thread for this.

Im in.:woohoo:

[blue rider]

Eleven weeks away but I want to get it out there because it will mean taking a Friday off work
(for those that work:eek:)

Date ..Friday Nov' 18th to Sunday Nov' 20th.
Friday ride to Cable bay = 300kms
Saturday ride to the cape = 260 return
Sunday ride home = 300kms to Auckland central. (or 328kms via twin bridges road)

We have Accommodation right on the beach front just north of Mangonui.
Those that want to tent feel free, you will be meters from the sea/waves.
A Hangi is on the menu for one of those nights and a B-B-Q the other.
All put on by the facility managers.
They will even get the beer in while we away riding!....:woohoo:
We will get an all inclusive cost per person for the Accom.

I might start a new thread for this.



oh me me me me.....no I am not excited, it's my usual self....!

I am off to germany on sunday, family matters of a certain urgency will be back 1st october weekend. So this will be good.

anyhows, I am comming along, please book me in!:clap::ride:

[Maha]

oh me me me me.....no I am not excited, it's my usual self....!

I am off to germany on sunday, family matters of a certain urgency will be back 1st october weekend. So this will be good.

anyhows, I am comming along, please book me in!:clap::ride:

..all the best with your trip.
See you when you get back and, I knew I would have some early bookings...:yes:

[blue rider]

..all the best with your trip.
See you when you get back and, I knew I would have some early bookings...:yes:

what do you expect, i am a tourist!!! have never been where we are going... yei! the scenic route!

back on the 3rd of october, back to work the 4th - will stay chained to the desk for a week or two....! The only thing i am worried about is the need for dinner when all others want morning tea.

[Maha]

what do you expect, i am a tourist!!! have never been where we are going... yei! the scenic route!

back on the 3rd of october, back to work the 4th - will stay chained to the desk for a week or two....! The only thing i am worried about is the need for dinner when all others want morning tea.

Take some sandwiches?:corn:

[Grant`]

Yeah I reckon I will probably be a starter for that, count me in! :shit:

[Maha]

I will start a new thread dedicated to the cape ride tomorrow and add names to the first post.
Depending on numbers, may have to limit it.

[newhere]

Eleven weeks away but I want to get it out there because it will mean taking a Friday off work
(for those that work:eek:)

Date ..Friday Nov' 18th to Sunday Nov' 20th.
Friday ride to Cable bay = 300kms
Saturday ride to the cape = 260 return (a beer at Houhora, the northern most pub)
Sunday ride home = 300kms to Auckland central. (or 328kms via twin bridges road)

We have Accommodation right on the beach front just north of Mangonui.
Those that want to tent feel free, you will be meters from the sea/waves.
A Hangi is on the menu for one of those nights and a B-B-Q the other.
All put on by the facility managers.
They will even get the beer in while we away riding!....:woohoo:
We will get an all in inclusive cost per person for the Accom.

I might start a new thread for this.

Im in, child away mum might as well play.

[Maha]

Im in, child away mum might as well play.

Will be a mint ride..I will post a link to the accommodation once a few things have been put in place. Anne and myself will get up and check it out soon (in the car) new managers take over in a week or so.

[newhere]

Will be a mint ride..I will post a link to the accommodation once a few things have been put in place. Anne and myself will get up and check it out soon (in the car) new managers take over in a week or so.

FANTASTIC :) I hope Anne's ok, pass on my best to her please!

[Maha]

The ''L's Angels'' will be on the road again.:scooter:
Same as Ride three so we are Mangawhai bound..date Saturday September 17th :corn:

[nathanwhite]

Maybe sommat like this?
I went up west coast/woodcocks the other day, very good road.

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[Maha]

Yes doogie but that road to from Wellsford to Matakana is not that learner friendly (in part)...I tend to use either Waiteitei rd or Tomarata rd which are both biker friendly at whatever level.
That road in from Kaiwaka is 12 kms of real fun.

[newhere]

I]

[B]NEXT RIDE SATURDAY ....September 17th..... *Reserve Day Sunday*
10AM AT THE CALTEX ON SH17 DAIRY FLAT.

Gutted, don't think I will be able to make that one :crybaby:

[nathanwhite]

Yes doogie but that road to from Wellsford to Matakana is not that learner friendly (in part)...I tend to use either Waiteitei rd or Tomarata rd which are both biker friendly at whatever level.
That road in from Kaiwaka is 12 kms of real fun.

beyond woodcocks/west coast I didn't really care. We could do the tomarata way.

[Grant`]

beyond woodcocks/west coast I didn't really care. We could do the tomarata way.

Knee down on the scorpio!~

[nathanwhite]

Knee down on the scorpio!~

Pull on the front brake mid corner on the scorpio!
Realize going around corners that fast on the scorpio is not a good!
Ride a little safer from then on!

[nzspokes]

Wont be able to make it. Got kiddys.

Would like to try some new roads to. :bye:

Hope to have new pants with sliders by then, love to try getting the knee down.

Then the trip to A&E.......

[Maha]

Wont be able to make it. Got kiddys.

Would like to try some new roads to. :bye:

Hope to have new pants with sliders by then, love to try getting the knee down.

Then the trip to A&E.......

So many sliders never get used, but they look the part....right?..:facepalm:

[blue rider]

i am so green with envy, i will be in germany in autumn drinking beer eating roast pork and so on.
hmmmm, might book a couple of riding classes with a driving school there (thats how they do it.....no riding on a learners), but that could be dodgy comming back here wanting to go on the wrong side of the street again?:innocent:

yes i am green with envy, but alas family duty calls and I must attend :yes:

[Grant`]

So many sliders never get used, but they look the part....right?..:facepalm:

Hey they come with the pants when you buy them, even if you don't manage to scrape them :P

[nzspokes]

Hey they come with the pants when you buy them, even if you don't manage to scrape them :P

Just take them off and scratch them on the driveway. people will think your cool.

[Grant`]

Just take them off and scratch them on the driveway. people will think your cool.

If I can't do it properly I will wear them with shame as I won't cheat! Its on my list of things to do, but it ain't happened yet, it may never happen lol.

[newhere]

i am so green with envy, i will be in germany in autumn drinking beer eating roast pork and so on.
hmmmm, might book a couple of riding classes with a driving school there (thats how they do it.....no riding on a learners), but that could be dodgy comming back here wanting to go on the wrong side of the street again?:innocent:

yes i am green with envy, but alas family duty calls and I must attend :yes:

I think I would skip one ride for a trip to Germany :yes:

[Maha]

I have posted this..http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/141895-L-s-Angels-No-Guts-No-Glory-Bi-Annual-Post-28-Day-Coast-to-Coast-Ride-(Oct-15th)?p=1130150219#post1130150219

[Foghorn]

All Learners, I wanted to let you all that that at the moment it is very important that you keep to the 70Km speed limit whilst displaying an L plate, I got pulled over on Friday for doing 90 on the motorway just cruising with the traffic. and I was told the Law is the Law so.... $100 and 35 demerit points later.....

Just keep the law in mind. and I can now say (if you get one....) I told you soo..... :yes:

[nzspokes]

All Learners, I wanted to let you all that that at the moment it is very important that you keep to the 70Km speed limit whilst displaying an L plate, I got pulled over on Friday for doing 90 on the motorway just cruising with the traffic. and I was told the Law is the Law so.... $100 and 35 demerit points later.....

Just keep the law in mind. and I can now say (if you get one....) I told you soo..... :yes:

So he didnt get you for 20 over? Or are you exempt?

I was on m/way tonight and didnt go under 80.

[Foghorn]

So he didnt get you for 20 over? Or are you exempt?

I was on m/way tonight and didnt go under 80.

No I believe that is not deemed as speeding.... just breaking the license conditions.

[Maha]

All Learners, I wanted to let you all that that at the moment it is very important that you keep to the 70Km speed limit whilst displaying an L plate, I got pulled over on Friday for doing 90 on the motorway just cruising with the traffic. and I was told the Law is the Law so.... $100 and 35 demerit points later.....

Just keep the law in mind. and I can now say (if you get one....) I told you soo..... :yes:

That is a bugger...bit of a loan sheep though and easy picking on the m/way.
Keeping the limit to 80 and using roads not frequented by the HP so much..they wont be bothered.
Bearing in mind that, when, and if we ever see a cop on the learner rides, the speed is normally under what they would consider...excessive.
But yes, watch you speed on the m/way when displaying the L...
We are 'The L's Angels' after all....:scooter:

[Grant`]

Sucks to hear about the ticket that really blows :(

Absolutely mint weather today, can't believe how like summer it is feeling at the moment, just need a bit of heat in the sun and we will be away laughing!

[JustNick]

All Learners, I wanted to let you all that that at the moment it is very important that you keep to the 70Km speed limit whilst displaying an L plate, I got pulled over on Friday for doing 90 on the motorway just cruising with the traffic. and I was told the Law is the Law so.... $100 and 35 demerit points later.....

Just keep the law in mind. and I can now say (if you get one....) I told you soo..... :yes:

sorry to hear that mate. I was in the same situation this arvo and thankfully didnt get pulled over and get a ticket.

[blue rider]

sorry to here about you trouble foghorn,

had a bit of a moment on wednesday on my way to westgate to sit my restricted (that was not! LTSA fucked up badly with my appointment, now had to reschedule! :angry2:)while going the speedlimit :innocent:

for a moment I thought the cop was going to stop me, but oh well I got away with it!

[nathanwhite]

All Learners, I wanted to let you all that that at the moment it is very important that you keep to the 70Km speed limit whilst displaying an L plate, I got pulled over on Friday for doing 90 on the motorway just cruising with the traffic. and I was told the Law is the Law so.... $100 and 35 demerit points later.....

Just keep the law in mind. and I can now say (if you get one....) I told you soo..... :yes:

Bugger, sorry to hear that. Just as well I'm sitting my R soon

[The End]

Sucks to hear about your situation Foghorn. I would have thought the copper would understand, it's not like you were doing 150 on the motorway....

[Maha]

Be checking the weather first thing tomorrow, looks rogeee at this stage though.
Wouldn't mind hearing ideas and thoughts on the pending Cape ride, always easier talking rather than typing.

[nathanwhite]

Cloudy rainy and some wind according to metservice. Should make it interesting

[Maha]

Lucky there is shelter at the lunch break....:blink:

[nathanwhite]

Lucky there is shelter at the lunch break....:blink:

A fire too if I remember correctly

[Foghorn]

I think I will be needing to take a pass on this one sorry :crybaby:

[nzspokes]

Gots me kiddys, wont make it. Have fun. :bye:

But more mods will be happening on the CBX tomorrow.....

[Gremlin]

Just going to bed now... so won't be there... drat

[Maha]

Looks ok out towards the west from here, no sign of any rain that had been hanging around earlier.

[nathanwhite]

Sweet. See ya'l soon then

[Maha]

I will be there about 10am.:scooter:

[Mom]

I am with you in spirit :weep:

[Grant`]

I left in sunshine, got to the start of Wellsford with a humungous rain cloud approaching from the right hand side, i will also mention it was sunny in every other direction with little cloud in the sky.

Thought FUCK THAT and came all the way back home again, still got a litle wet, but nothing like I would of had I decided to continue on through that cloud, good morning ride though so can't complain :facepalm:

[Maha]

I left in sunshine, got to the start of Wellsford with a humungous rain cloud approaching from the right hand side, i will also mention it was sunny in every other direction with little cloud in the sky.

Thought FUCK THAT and came all the way back home again, still got a litle wet, but nothing like I would of had I decided to continue on through that cloud, good morning ride though so can't complain :facepalm:

Do you desolve in the wet?:blink:

We were planning on a stop at the lookout but had that massive dark cloud coming in from our left on SH16...where we were heading looked fine and we sort of skirted around the crap cloud (only for a moment though) we seemed to turn towrads it!
Did not stop at the lookout, got to Wellsford and said to the others that we'll just keep going to keep ahead of it, dry roads and all.
Got a bit of rain at Tomarata but really nice at Mangawhai and a good dry ride home.
Massive turnout today....three bikes...:rockon:
The CBR came all the way from Takanini...:yes:..and that is one mint paint job:rockon:

[Grant`]

Do you desolve in the wet?:blink:

We were planning on a stop at the lookout but had that massive dark cloud coming in from our left on SH16...where we were heading looked fine and we sort of skirted around the crap cloud (only for a moment though) we seemed to turn towrads it!
Did not stop at the lookout, got to Wellsford and said to the others that we'll just keep going to keep ahead of it, dry roads and all.
Got a bit of rain at Tomarata but really nice at Mangawhai and a good dry ride home.
Massive turnout today....three bikes...:rockon:

Nah don't desolve, but didn't expect more than showers and the cloud I was going to strike was more than a shower! I would of been soaked to the bone leaving Wellsford and getting to your place lol.

Didn't bother bringing wet weather gear. :(

[Mom]

Sounds like it was a good ride, thanks to Doogle for coming in to say hi on the way home :D

[nathanwhite]

I left in sunshine, got to the start of Wellsford with a humungous rain cloud approaching from the right hand side, i will also mention it was sunny in every other direction with little cloud in the sky.

Yep that was us coming.


Sounds like it was a good ride, thanks to Doogle for coming in to say hi on the way home :D

It was indeed. And your welcome, I was going to bring a pigurine of some sort but my bank balance is rather depressing right now

Though I will have to remember to pledge my visor the night before, getting a little hard to see at times.

[hellokitty]

Massive turnout today....three bikes...:rockon:
The CBR came all the way from Takanini...:yes:..and that is one mint paint job:rockon:

That CBR looks great!
I picked my bike up from the shop and was thinking what a nice sunny day it was, then 2 minutes from home, the heavens opened and I got drenched. :violin:

[Maha]

That CBR looks great!
I picked my bike up from the shop and was thinking what a nice sunny day it was, then 2 minutes from home, the heavens opened and I got drenched. :violin:

It has a gold fleck in the paint and its the first orange/black one of them I have seen, very nice ...
So what has been done to the 'arley?

[hellokitty]

It has a gold fleck in the paint and its the first orange/black one of them I have seen, very nice ...
So what has been done to the 'arley?

A service and the clutch and cables have been lubed and adjusted so it feels like a Japanese clutch now!!! Yay! So nice not to break your hand pulling the clutch in.

[Maha]

The only day/date I have free between now and labour weekend is Sunday the 16th of October.
Does that suit anybody?

[nzspokes]

The only day/date I have free between now and labour weekend is Sunday the 16th of October.
Does that suit anybody?

Yup, me. Sundays work. If im not mucking about with my new XR.

[nathanwhite]

I have work on sundays, so a no go.

[blue rider]

The only day/date I have free between now and labour weekend is Sunday the 16th of October.
Does that suit anybody?


yes it does, me me me :innocent:

[newhere]

The only day/date I have free between now and labour weekend is Sunday the 16th of October.
Does that suit anybody?

Not me :shit:

[Grant`]

Some reason, I seem to think I have something on that date also.

But will try and be there if I don't.

[Mom]

Twist my arm and I might make coffee...

At home...

[blue rider]

Twist my arm and I might make coffee...

At home...

I can make chocolate and bring that in exchange for coffee? Much nicer than twisting arms :innocent:

[nzspokes]

No more 70k restriction for this ride.....:woohoo:

http://www.nzta.govt.nz/about/media/releases/1405/news.html

[blue rider]

No more 70k restriction for this ride.....:woohoo:

http://www.nzta.govt.nz/about/media/releases/1405/news.html

sweet :woohoo:

[Maha]

I can make chocolate and bring that in exchange for coffee? Much nicer than twisting arms :innocent:

Theres a deal right there!....:yes:

dark chocolate?:innocent:

[blue rider]

dark chocolate?:innocent:

yes

[Maha]

The idea for the day is ...I would like any of those who are coming on the cape ride to try and attend.
Much easier to talk things over in person and.
Probably just do a tiki over Woodcocks and end here at ours.

[Scouse]

The idea for the day is ...I would like any of those who are coming on the cape ride to try and attend.
Much easier to talk things over in person and.And dont keep us in forkin suspension

[Maha]

And dont keep us in forkin suspension

That reads the same...even upside down...:blink:

[newhere]

The idea for the day is ...I would like any of those who are coming on the cape ride to try and attend.
Much easier to talk things over in person and.
Probably just do a tiki over Woodcocks and end here at ours.

I will try and get a baby sitter, just can't guarantee that will work out :crybaby: If you guys are still heading north this weekend give me a buzz if you want to stop in whangas for a coffee going either or both ways through, would love to see you both :yes:

[Maha]

I will try and get a baby sitter, just can't guarantee that will work out :crybaby: If you guys are still heading north this weekend give me a buzz if you want to stop in whangas for a coffee going either or both ways through, would love to see you both :yes:

Yeah we are heading up tomorrow about midday...are ya free about 1-1.30pm?

[newhere]

Yeah we are heading up tomorrow about midday...are ya free about 1-1.30pm?

Yeah I will take a late lunch :woohoo:

[Maha]

Yeah I will take a late lunch :woohoo:

Pm me where and when and ya phone number....:rockon:

[Gremlin]

The idea for the day is ...I would like any of those who are coming on the cape ride to try and attend.
Much easier to talk things over in person and.
Can't make the ride on Sunday 16th, as it's AMCC Round 1 at Hampton Downs, and I'll be marshalling.

[nzspokes]

I cant sorry. Got my kids on that Sunday. Late change of plans.

[shanks]

Ahh Id love to but I cant make it this Sunday. But definitely keen for anymore group rides coming over the summer!

[Maha]

Looks like an arse day weather wise anyway.

[Grant`]

Looks like an arse day weather wise anyway.

Lets hope so as I don't have my bike its in the shop so no riding for me :facepalm:

[Maha]

Lets hope so as I don't have my bike its in the shop so no riding for me :facepalm:

Just a service one hopes?

[Grant`]

Just a service one hopes?

lol and a little bit more :innocent:

[Mom]

lol and a little bit more :innocent:

Millie started first pop yesterday :Punk: She sounded so preeety. Not long now :scooter:

[Grant`]

Millie started first pop yesterday :Punk: She sounded so preeety. Not long now :scooter:

Fingers crossed everything goes to plan :sunny:

[blue rider]

so no riding on sunday :weep:

[Maha]

so no riding on sunday :weep:

Depends on the weather at this stage...check back Sunday morning...cos I want chocolate..:shifty:

[blue rider]

Depends on the weather at this stage...check back Sunday morning...cos I want chocolate..:shifty:

i will make a nice batch of something dark on saturday, maybe some offerings to the weather fairy will make the sun shine...cause I want to ride my moto bike ....i want to ride my bike...lalalala....

[Grant`]

i will make a nice batch of something dark on saturday, maybe some offerings to the weather fairy will make the sun shine...cause I want to ride my moto bike ....i want to ride my bike...lalalala....

Damn baking and I won't be there to help sample it! :facepalm:

[Maha]

Damn baking and I won't be there to help sample it! :facepalm:

Tough break...ah well.....:corn:

[Grant`]

Tough break...ah well.....:corn:

I daresay i would of had to get in quick to get some anyway eh :shit:

[Maha]

I daresay i would of had to get in quick to get some anyway eh :shit:

Indeed...the pecking order has been adjusted...:wari:

[blue rider]

my offerings to the weather fairy worked .....so we are going somewhere on sunday :innocent:

[Maha]

my offerings to the weather fairy worked .....so we are going somewhere on sunday :innocent:

...we will end up here at our place...as for the where in between?...the Tomarata loop..:wari:

[blue rider]

this is again one of those places, ways to go that I don't know :innocent:

who else is going?

[EJK]

Sunday? 10am? Hmmm I will see what I can do :-D

[Maha]

Sunday? 10am? Hmmm I will see what I can do :-D

..are you in the area?

[EJK]

..are you in the area?

Yippee Ki Yay! Thanks to GIJOE1313 I got a pair of borrowed wheels too! :cool:

[Maha]

Yippee Ki Yay! Thanks to GIJOE1313 I got a pair of borrowed wheels too! :cool:

Way cool...Anne will be over the moon to see you if that can happen...:wari:

[Mom]

Yippee Ki Yay! Thanks to GIJOE1313 I got a pair of borrowed wheels too! :cool:

Cool banana's! Really look forward to seeing you tomorrow :wings:

[blue rider]

any one coming from my side of the bridge?

[EJK]

What side from that be? Are you coming from city?

[blue rider]

What side from that be? Are you coming from city?

why yes.....and I need instructions for geographically challenged people to get to dairy flat.....

[EJK]

why yes.....and I need instructions for geographically challenged people to get to dairy flat.....

Is that Caltex on junction of kahikatea road and SH17? If so I can help :-)

[blue rider]

Is that Caltex on junction of kahikatea road and SH17? If so I can help :-)

it is a Gas Station.....please help! :o

[EJK]

it is a Gas Station.....please help! :o

PM sent :-)

[Maha]

Is that Caltex on junction of kahikatea road and SH17? If so I can help :-)

Yes it is EJ..hope you got things sorted...

[Maha]

On the Menu tomorrow for lunch..
Gourmet Pizzas and strawberry and creme cheese muffins.
Pizzas will be Smoked Chicken/Salami/Ham/Mozzarella/Brie/Parmesan and Cranberry.

[Newbi]

On the Menu tomorrow for lunch..
Gourmet Pizzas and strawberry and creme cheese muffins.
Pizzas will be Smoked Chicken/Salami/Ham/Mozzarella/Brie/Parmesan and Cranberry.

OMG, who's the chef?? Sounds deelish.

[Maha]

OMG, who's the chef?? Sounds deelish.

That is not me...I will be out riding..but bringing a few back here for a wee taste..:rockon:

[EJK]

Yes it is EJ..hope you got things sorted...

Yep! See you tomorrow.

[Mom]

OMG, who's the chef?? Sounds deelish.

The one that gets to stay home :yes:

[Newbi]

The one that gets to stay home :yes:

Are you a wizz in the cooking department? I absolutely adore Baking, it is i'm afraid 1 of my passions. :love:

[blue rider]

and here we go again.....


Thanks Mom for some awesome pizzas.....who would have thought that plum sauce on a pizza with mango is super delish :drool:

great fun, and as alway lovely company and another slice of beautiful New Zealand....


and most importantly my first solo trip over the bridge......and I did not fall down into the sea :blink:

Great Fun!

[Mom]

and most importantly my first solo trip over the bridge......and I did not fall down into the sea :blink:

Great Fun!

Well done you. I did not realise it was your first solo ride over the scarey bridge :shutup:

Was lovely to see you today. Thanks to you all for stopping in to brighten my sucky day at home.

PS: Your chocolate is really yummy :yes:

[EJK]

You are all wonderful lovely people :-D
Thanks to Anne for the kind warm hospitality. The pizzas were delicious!
Thanks for the ride Mark (Maha)!



I dun wanna go back to Christchurch.... D-:

[blue rider]

I dun wanna go back to Christchurch.... D-:



Hi EJK was nice to meet you today.......dun go to CHCH Stay!!!!:innocent:

[blue rider]

Well done you. I did not realise it was your first solo ride over the scarey bridge :shutup:

Was lovely to see you today. Thanks to you all for stopping in to brighten my sucky day at home.

PS: Your chocolate is really yummy :yes:



Glad you like the choc, a little sumthing for the lady in distress!!

[EJK]

Hi EJK was nice to meet you today.......dun go to CHCH Stay!!!!:innocent:

D-: I wish....... *sigh*

Oh and here are some photos from today.

1. After having home made pizza for lunch
2. Having that said lunch
3. Before the ride

[blue rider]

Pizza Pizza Pizza......

and it was sooooooo good.

god I am hungry

and somewhat hung over again.....:innocent:

[Maha]

That chocolate is soooo damn tasty, better than shop bought stuff...:love:

[Mom]

Pizza Pizza Pizza......

and it was sooooooo good.

god I am hungry

and somewhat hung over again.....:innocent:

I got that ACC leaflet copied for you today :yes:

And the chocolate is indeedy yummy, I am about to go and hide the rest from Mark though :shutup:

[blue rider]

I got that ACC leaflet copied for you today :yes:

And the chocolate is indeedy yummy, I am about to go and hide the rest from Mark though :shutup:

don't hide it, eat it.....:drool:
IT can be made again,thinking about this at work is not goood.......hungry now

I might make some for the November ride. My Mum made these very mean rum balls , if I start to marinate the fruit now ....... oh my goodness

[Maha]

don't hide it, eat it.....:drool:
IT can be made again,thinking about this at work is not goood.......hungry now

I might make some for the November ride. My Mum made these very mean rum balls , if I start to marinate the fruit now ....... oh my goodness

Rum balls!...OMG...when when when?
One vote for november home made yum yums.

[Newbi]

Rum balls!...OMG...when when when?
One vote for november home made yum yums.

I'm hoping to bring homemade Bitter chocolate & orange brownies, if I can find a place for them on my bike:sunny:

[nzspokes]

don't hide it, eat it.....:drool:
IT can be made again,thinking about this at work is not goood.......hungry now

I might make some for the November ride. My Mum made these very mean rum balls , if I start to marinate the fruit now ....... oh my goodness


I love chocolate. :love:

[blue rider]

now I am thinking about something to do with

Vodka
White Choclate
Cranberries
dipped in dark chocolate.....

orange/dark choclate cookies......

we need a chocolate thread :shifty:

[Grant`]

Is there any more rides before the 20th ?

[Maha]

Is there any more rides before the 20th ?

Yeah I would really like to meet some of the others that are coming on the Cape ride.
We are possibly going to the camp next weekend but other than that...weekends are free.
But that only leaves the weekend before we go so, bit of a long shot...:facepalm:

[Grant`]

Yeah I would really like to meet some of the others that are coming on the Cape ride.
We are possibly going to the camp next weekend but other than that...weekends are free.
But that only leaves the weekend before we go so, bit of a long shot...:facepalm:

Well I was thinking of going to HD's on Sunday but keen this weekend if weathers playing ball for a ride wherever. Need to get the bike tuning itself so its set for trip up north :-)

[blue rider]

need i say I come along

[Armi]

Are there gonna be more of these over the christmas and new year period/before the Taupo ride?

[Maha]

Are there gonna be more of these over the christmas and new year period/before the Taupo ride?

Short answer is no.
The last few rides were not supported enough for me to give up my time anymore.
Thats the reason I have started the ''Away Rides''...:niceone:
Cycletreads now do a leaners ride so that should be supported.