Queen's Birthday South Island ADV Ride

[ADVGD]

Queen's Birthday South Island ADV Ride - Info Post

All the details for the ride will be updated here so check back as more details come to hand...

The route

DAY 1 > Sat 4th: Meet at Maruia at 10:30. First run up Station Creek 4X4 track. Access permission has been sorted, it is $15 per rider. Return trip and maybe a look-see around Coal Creek 4X4 tracks etc. Then into Reefton to fuel up, food up, head to Big River Road. Look-see around winding Shed, Poppet Head with a couple of challenging hill climbs for those who dare to defy gravity. Stay at Big River Hut night #1 at a cost of $5.10 for DOC hut tickets, I'll pick these up and bring them along

Day #1 costs (other than fuel/food/etc): $20

DAY 2 > Sun 5th: Return trip from Big River, include additional nearby track(s) (a few to choose from), then to Reefton to fuel up, food up. Head to Napoleons hill, JATZ has sorted access permission and is the standard $10 per rider. After that onto No Name rd (maybe something else if time allows). For accommodation on night #2 we have a 2 bedroom unit with 4 single beds and fold out divan booked at Ross Motels able to sleep up tp 6, tarrif is $100 for 2 people plus $15 extra person so we are looking at $29 each for the 5 confirmed so far

Day #2 costs (other than fuel/food/etc): $39

DAY 3 > Mon 6th: Mt Greenland (maybe something else if time allows) then home…

Day #3 costs (other than fuel/food/etc): $0

The riders

Please let us know if you intend to come along so we know what numbers to deal with, if you are avoiding something like IRD payments :shifty:and don't want to be listed in a public forum then no problems, just shoot me or JATZ a PM, cheers :niceone:

Roll call so far

- JATZ
- Piglet
- NordieBoy
- ADVGD
- mattsdakar
- Trials Rider(?)


This is gonna be a primo 3 days of awesome West Coast riding :headbang:

[cooneyr]

Re your post on froggies thread. Sorry J can't do. We are already in the middle of renovating another room and last weekend discovered our roof is leaking - wet gib and plaster damn it. I've got a fair bit of work to do around home at the moment. QBWE doesn't work for me either.

R

[ADVGD]

Sorry J can't do

Cheers for the PM Ryan, we'll catch up soon enough :niceone:

Just finished this article today on the Waitahu River Track (http://www.adventureguide.co.nz/articles/12/84/waitahu-track.php) which could be an addition to the route, plus the possibility of using the Montgomerie Hut (http://www.adventureguide.co.nz/articles/12/83/montgomerie-hut.php) at the end for accommodation for one of the nights.

In saying that, the Big River Hut is pretty awesome too so that could also be an option, plenty of options around that area thats for sure...

[NordieBoy]

Looks good so far.
Hmmm...
Comfy armchair with big tank and knobs on or lightweight 3 legged wooden stool with a piddly tank?


Haven't taken the TT on a big ride yet...

[CrazyFrog]

Bugger, I'm out for QB weekend as well, rostered on to work all weekend, but on a positive note, the $$ will be handy for next trip.
I've been talking to a workmate ex Hokitika who has pointed out a couple of tracks to me, including the Mt Greenland track and another one up Pigeon hill (Falls Creek Rd).
Going by Google Earth images, Totara Valley Rd could be worth a look at too, and Mt Rangitoto track off Happy Valley Rd looks to be a nice snotty hill climb.

[thepom]

Sadly I,m out of it for the next month or two re shoulder surgery.....

[NordieBoy]

Sadly I,m out of it for the next month or two re shoulder surgery.....

That's fine. We'll just take photos and point out where you would have fallen off.

You may find you fall off a lot more this way though :innocent:

[thepom]

ouch....hard but fair.....

[ADVGD]

Sadly I,m out of it for the next month or two re shoulder surgery.....

Thats a shame Kenny, I was hoping you'd be able to make this one, its been a while since we've both been out on the same ride. But at least you're getting the surgery over and done with, and hopefully once you're all healed up you'll cut back on the bloody whinging :shutup:


That's fine. We'll just take photos and point out where you would have fallen off.

:killingme

[thepom]

Am a pom so must whinge...:facepalm:

[Monstaman]

Have you been down to the green hut off the Reefton saddle ridge?, dunno the name, short track but will sort out the boys from the girls.

40 10' 43.05" S 171 50' 07.21 "E on gurgle

[JATZ]

Been giving it a bit of thought today...
Sat 4th Lake Daniels, Big River and stay in hut there
Sun 5th Napoleons hill, and No Name rd, maybe something else if time allows, and down to Ross
Mon 6th Mt Greenland and home ?

Thoughts, other options ? :corn:

[cooneyr]

Have you been down to the green hut off the Reefton saddle ridge?, dunno the name, short track but will sort out the boys from the girls.

40 10' 43.05" S 171 50' 07.21 "E on gurgle

That be a good one. Did it a couple of weeks ago.

I place the green hut at 42°10'43.03"S 171°50'7.15"E i.e. 2 degrees further south and not out in the "ditch".

Cheers R

[NordieBoy]

That be a good one. Did it a couple of weeks ago.

I place the green hut at 42°10'43.03"S 171°50'7.15"E i.e. 2 degrees further south and not out in the "ditch".

Cheers R

Yeah, I'd need a bigger tank and pontoons for the "other one"...

[ADVGD]

Been giving it a bit of thought today...
Sat 4th Lake Daniels, Big River and stay in hut there
Sun 5th Napoleons hill, and No Name rd, maybe something else if time allows, and down to Ross
Mon 6th Mt Greenland and home ?

Thoughts, other options ? :corn:

That sounds like a really good run JATZ, I'm in the middle of doing some more research on some other nearby tracks and will bring GPS info along in the case of something not coming together (eg weather issues for Napoleons hill) but all in all I think you have nailed a really good ride, looking forward to it :niceone:

[XF650]

Queens Birthday is Brass Monkey.
Where's ya priorities.......

[CrazyFrog]

Queens Birthday is Brass Monkey.
Where's ya priorities.......

Errrrr, another 700 km return for Nelsonites and at least a days travelling time :no:
And too many shiny roadies at Otematata :facepalm:

[andy mac]

I googled Mt Greenland and found these photos from a 4wd trip.
http://www.offroadexpress.co.nz/Forums/viewtopic.php?p=197481#p197481
- it looks like Woodman's type of boghole :innocent:

[ADVGD]

Queens Birthday is Brass Monkey.
Where's ya priorities.......

I'd never knock the Brass Monkey, its a good trip no doubt, but not enough seat time for my liking


I googled Mt Greenland and found these photos from a 4wd trip.
http://www.offroadexpress.co.nz/Forums/viewtopic.php?p=197481#p197481
- it looks like Woodman's type of boghole :innocent:

Nice job on tracking down those photos andy, looks gnarly, I'm dead keen to have at look at that track now :yes:

[JATZ]

Nice pics AndyMAc taa
Man are we gunna get wet and cold and fall off lots :woohoo: can't wait

@ XF650... The Brass is on my bucket list, and if I hadn't been goin fishing on the Friday I would've been heading south, maybe next year

[marks]

so is this ride for South Island inbreds only?

[Transalper]

Bugger and, well, just bugger.
I dislike having to choose between two wants...
I will be staying home so that I may have money saved to get panniers for the Transalp which I want in time for summer.

[NordieBoy]

South Island inbreds and a selected few qualifying Norfies that have up-to-date visa's and can get through customs.

[NordieBoy]

I googled Mt Greenland and found these photos from a 4wd trip.
http://www.offroadexpress.co.nz/Forums/viewtopic.php?p=197481#p197481
- it looks like Woodman's type of boghole :innocent:

Cool.

Might have to drop the 705's down to 13psi for that stuff.

[JATZ]

so is this ride for South Island inbreds only?

:no: any inbreds are more than welcome. Infact youd fit right in :bleh:


Bugger and, well, just bugger.
I dislike having to choose between two wants...
I will be staying home so that I may have money saved to get panniers for the Transalp which I want in time for summer.

Thought you might've been keen on this T.A.

@ Nordie... so your riding your 3 legged stool then ?

[Woodman]

MUD MUD MUD MUD

Hmmm Put me on the maybe list. Working through a few things but may be able to make it, or maybe just Sunday and Monday.

[ADVGD]

MUD MUD MUD MUD

Hmmm Put me on the maybe list. Working through a few things but may be able to make it, or maybe just Sunday and Monday.

Nice one Woodman, it'll be great to catch up again :niceone:

[NordieBoy]

@ Nordie... so your riding your 3 legged stool then ?

Yep. Took it down the pylon track just past Horse Bridge on the right.
It's nice and light when lifting, pulling, pushing...

I need a foldable shovel...

[JATZ]

Yep. Took it down the pylon track just past Horse Bridge on the right.
It's nice and light when lifting, pulling, pushing...

I need a foldable shovel...

I have an 86 XT tank here if you want to give it a try, might give you a bit more fuel range.

[NordieBoy]

I have an 86 XT tank here if you want to give it a try, might give you a bit more fuel range.

Might be worth a go. If the mounts are too different I'd go for the XR tank and seat combination I've got as it's a big Acerbis one for a 1981 XR500...

And looks... Ummm... Red...

http://sports.nelson.geek.nz/motorsport/mybikes/TT350/20110227%20Seat%20and%20tank%20ideas/slides/20110227-104950.jpg

http://sports.nelson.geek.nz/motorsport/mybikes/TT350/20110227%20Seat%20and%20tank%20ideas/slides/20110227-105816.jpg

[Crim]

I need a foldable shovel...

Looking at that mud - foldable shovel or................

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=8479622&postcount=59

[NordieBoy]

Foldable shovel...

[Monstaman]

Errrrr, another 700 km return for Nelsonites and at least a days travelling time :no:
And too many shiny roadies at Otematata :facepalm:

That is my problem down in Wonka for heading norf to Nelson ...... nutha day each side!

[mattsdakar]

Love to join you boys but I'm rostered to work and so far can't swap any shifts :angry:

[ADVGD]

I will be staying home so that I may have money saved to get panniers for the Transalp which I want in time for summer.

Summer is miles away, plenty of time to save, chuck on ya ridin boots and join us mate :yes:


Love to join you boys but I'm rostered to work and so far can't swap any shifts :angry:

Bugger... once I get this new guy on I'll be able to do some mid weekers with ya, will be in touch

[ADVGD]

Just finished this article...

Information on Big River Road (http://www.adventureguide.co.nz/articles/12/86/big-river.php)

[NordieBoy]

Just finished this article...

Information on Big River Road (http://www.adventureguide.co.nz/articles/12/86/big-river.php)

Almost suitable for scooters too...

http://sports.nelson.geek.nz/motorsport/mybikes/Trips/20090213%20Big%20River%20Rideout/slides/fran-scooter.jpg

[ADVGD]

Almost suitable for scooters too...

As long as you bring bike specific spares in case of a breakdown I don't care what you choose to ride :p

[ADVGD]

Just finished this article, at this stage this will be accommodation for night #1

Big River Hut (http://www.adventureguide.co.nz/articles/12/87/big-river-hut.php)

[cynna]

i have got work on the sunday so im out (not that im wimping out because it will be cold....)

[ADVGD]

i have got work on the sunday so im out (not that im wimping out because it will be cold....)

Bummer, so many people working QBW, obviously your bosses are unaware there is a ride planned, so rude!

[ADVGD]

The first post will have all the route info etc so keep an eye out there... Ride info (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/137915-Queen-s-Birthday-South-Island-ADV-Ride?p=1130061086#post1130061086)

First detail to confirm, what time do you Nelson boys want to meet up at Maruia on day #1 (Saturday)?

[Trials Rider]

We will be over there for the weekend, probably roughing it at the nurses hostel, Just deciding weather to take the DR650 or DT230 or both.

Would be happy to take you to the green hut that bro Andi mentioned, it is a nice easy ride on a trials bike

It is technical in places but ride-able

My cell no is 021 472 853 if you want to catch up for that one

[ADVGD]

We will be over there for the weekend, probably roughing it at the nurses hostel, Just deciding weather to take the DR650 or DT230 or both.

Would be happy to take you to the green hut that bro Andi mentioned, it is a nice easy ride on a trials bike

It is technical in places but ride-able

My cell no is 021 472 853 if you want to catch up for that one

Gi'day mate

The 3 day route in post #1 is the first draft plan that JATZ put together to get the ball rolling early so the trip happens. No doubt all riders are happy for a fluid type weekend, there was the option of the looksee down the top Slab Hut Creek track on Sunday as we come out of Big River Hut, your option is in the immediate area so we could do the lower one to Green Hut with you boys as that also has the option of continuing out to SH7 for another new track addition... if you plan to start it from Big Rier Road that is?? I'm easy, will you boys be riding in that area on the Sunday?

[Monstaman]

Gi'day mate

The 3 day route in post #1 is the first draft plan that JATZ put together to get the ball rolling early so the trip happens. No doubt all riders are happy for a fluid type weekend, there was the option of the looksee down the top Slab Hut Creek track on Sunday as we come out of Big River Hut, your option is in the immediate area so we could do the lower one to Green Hut with you boys as that also has the option of continuing out to SH7 for another new track addition... if you plan to start it from Big Rier Road that is?? I'm easy, will you boys be riding in that area on the Sunday?

I might come up yet, I could peel off from Greenland easy enough on the last day and head home so maybe I will do a midnight run up from Wonka to Reefton.

Like my bro I know the area very well from 4 wheelin and MTBing and can show some cool tracks that are a l m o s t good for ADV riding river dependent and time permitting, maybe not on this round but another.

Gotta choose now, Brass Monkey, Catlins, Tekapo, Reefton or Southland ... think I need 5 QB weekends preferably 5 days long. :blink:

[Trials Rider]

there was the option of the looksee down the top Slab Hut Creek track on Sunday as we come out of Big River Hut,[/QUOTE]

Slub hut creek track of the end of the saddle road is not suitable for Adv bikes, long large bog holes and deep mud, given the amount of rain there at the moment I would fine somewhere else to go, or take some bloody good ropes, you will need them

[NordieBoy]

Slub hut creek track of the end of the saddle road is not suitable for Adv bikes, long large bog holes and deep mud, given the amount of rain there at the moment I would fine somewhere else to go, or take some bloody good ropes, you will need them

No problems. I've got a folding shovel and some spare bungys...

What could possibly go wrong?

[JATZ]

First detail to confirm, what time do you Nelson boys want to meet up at Maruia on day #1 (Saturday)?

I reakon late morning will be early enough, it's a couple of hours from here. Say 10:30-11:00 ish ( I can be more vague if you like :blink:)
MrsJ will sit this one out so Piglet will be joining us.

[ADVGD]

Slub hut creek track of the end of the saddle road is not suitable for Adv bikes, long large bog holes and deep mud, given the amount of rain there at the moment I would fine somewhere else to go, or take some bloody good ropes, you will need them

Seems you know the area well, always up for a little local knowledge, on the other hand, always up for a gnarly track too :yes:


No problems. I've got a folding shovel and some spare bungys...

What could possibly go wrong?

I like your style :niceone:


I reakon late morning will be early enough, it's a couple of hours from here. Say 10:30-11:00 ish ( I can be more vague if you like :blink:)
MrsJ will sit this one out so Piglet will be joining us.

Good stuff, post 1 updated...

[Woodman]

Sound fantasic, but can you put a very big question mark next to my name.

[Trials Rider]

Yes bro Andi and I know this area very well, we have be 4WDing for a loooong time over there.

Would be most happy to lead you astray.

The green hut track is rutty, bouldery, bit of mud and small creek crossings, steepish in places but rideable on a Adv bike, and a good place to have your playlunch at the end.

[Woodman]

is there anyone that is going on this ride that has experience with undrowning a KLR?:innocent:

may be a useful thing to know maybe?

[JATZ]

Man are we gunna get wet and cold and fall off lots :woohoo: can't wait


And muddy too by the sounds of it :headbang:

[Crim]

is there anyone that is going on this ride that has experience with undrowning a KLR?:innocent:

may be a useful thing to know maybe?

Still trying to get permission form the CFO - but two of the four bikes I have seen drowned this year will be there (and if Matt can swap a shift..........) - so that be experience I reckon! Dave (he must be called that with all the NADS boys in attendance) knows a thing or two and I have seen a KLR drowned in a magazine recently, now where was that???? Keen to bring my heavy old girl along for a play in the mud but need a new tyre, don't think the E07 will be quite knobbly 'nuff :facepalm: and haven't broken that bit of news to 'er indoors yet so don't like my chances

[Crim]

and just realised (or was reminded) it is my bloody wedding anniversary :facepalm: oh well - look forward to the photos!

[Monstaman]

and just realised (or was reminded) it is my bloody wedding anniversary :facepalm: oh well - look forward to the photos!

Ha mine is Friday20th so gettin it outa the way first :woohoo:

[Monstaman]

The green hut track is rutty, bouldery, bit of mud and small creek crossings, steepish in places but rideable on a Adv bike, and a good place to have your playlunch at the end.

Most tracks are flattish steepish, mostly dry sorta wet, very greasy good traction, sloping slightly kinda vertical and very easy except for the hard bits and with Nordies bungys.... well ... bugga me ... too easy!!

[ADVGD]

Sound fantasic, but can you put a very big question mark next to my name.

Request denied, see you at 10:30 on Saturday mate :p


The green hut track is rutty, bouldery, bit of mud and small creek crossings, steepish in places but rideable on a Adv bike, and a good place to have your playlunch at the end.

That sounds mint!


Most tracks are flattish steepish, mostly dry sorta wet, very greasy good traction, sloping slightly kinda vertical and very easy except for the hard bits and with Nordies bungys.... well ... bugga me ... too easy!!

When you put it like that, well, it sounds like a piece of cake :yes:

[mattsdakar]

is there anyone that is going on this ride that has experience with undrowning a KLR?:innocent:

may be a useful thing to know maybe?

What was that you were up to on the Serpentine in January??? :yes:
Looked to me like you were getting plenty of practice!

I'm still working on getting away on this trip, I've managed to get my Sunday shift off, just need to swap my Saturday and I'll be there too :woohoo:

[ADVGD]

What was that you were up to on the Serpentine in January??? :yes:
Looked to me like you were getting plenty of practice!
http://lh6.ggpht.com/_nRRVy1LvPzw/TT39huPS2zI/AAAAAAAAAfg/5FEtxTjuag4/s912/IMG_0686.JPG

:shutup:


I'm still working on getting away on this trip, I've managed to get my Sunday shift off, just need to swap my Saturday and I'll be there too :woohoo:

Good stuff, if it is just one day you could use Homers trick, just make sure the bird is adequately secured :yes:

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[Trials Rider]

Looks familiar Andi & I spent two hours getting that going, that makes the bike worth $298.00 Incl GST, sorry Woodman couldn't resist

[nic]

I need a foldable shovel...

I was at Supercheap (Rotorua) today and they have "Ridge Ryder" foldable shovels for $9.99
I am pretty sure I will never need one - but for $10 I bought one anyway :)

[NordieBoy]

I was at Supercheap (Rotorua) today and they have "Ridge Ryder" foldable shovels for $9.99
I am pretty sure I will never need one - but for $10 I bought one anyway :)

Bugger. That's the same as the one I just got on TM for $17 :facepalm:

I think I'll get one from SCheap too...

[JATZ]

Bugger. That's the same as the one I just got on TM for $17 :facepalm:

While your in a "paying to much for something" mood

Can I interest you in a set of gold rims for your TT ? :innocent:

[Padmei]

Bugger. That's the same as the one I just got on TM for $17 :facepalm:

I think I'll get one from SCheap too...

Just so you can look at the cheaper one & brood????

[mattsdakar]

Righto I'm in :woohoo:
Managed to get Saturday and Sunday off, bring it on!
Let me know when and where, I don't care why

[mattsdakar]

When we came out of Station creek/Lake Daniells last time we went up the Coal Creek track hoping to meet up with the Rappahannock rd, but alas it doesn't, I would guestimate it stops about 1km short of joining and is thick brush in between.
The Coal creek track is actually a decent shingle road with fast flowing bends, worth a strope to the end and back
Now the $64,000 question, which rear tyre to use, knobs will probably be rooted by the time we tarmac it from chch to Mariua :confused:

[ADVGD]

Now the $64,000 question, which rear tyre to use, knobs will probably be rooted by the time we tarmac it from chch to Mariua :confused:

Good to hear you go the time off mate :niceone:

Hard to answer that, never seen anyone get as few K's out of an E09, Shrek on his big GS seems to manage over 5k + so you must really be hard on the tarmac to get only 3k ish. Maybe a little gentler on the throttle till you get off road??

This goes without saying, but just in case, I had some serious sideways time running an E07 on the back in some seriously wet muddy boggy rutty tracks. A good tyre for dry dirt track/gravel/rock, but the most ridiculous tyre choice possible for wet slipery Coast conditions :blink:

[ADVGD]

Post #1 updated, Station Creek 4X4 track access sorted for $15 per rider, JATZ has sorted Napoleons Hill access at the standard $10 per rider. Those are the only access cost tracks at this stage over the 3 days so not a major outlay for some primo riding :yes:

I'll sort out hut tickets for Big River Hut which are $5.10 each, will need to get numbers for that but will sort that out closer to the time. Accommodation for night number 2 still in the process of being sorted...

[Monstaman]

I am going to haf ta pull the pin unfortunately, bro can cover for the Delis Clan.

Have fun gents, look forward to seein some pics.

[Transalper]

Post #1 updated, Station Creek 4X4 track access sorted ...
You're going to get wet feet and after watching some of Nordies latest Nelson vids I hope those guys from there have been and got some decent mud tyres for this trip :blink:

[mattsdakar]

I've gone with a newish D605 I grabbed off trademe recently, would have gone with something a bit more aggressive if I was trailering to the coast but should be ok

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[NordieBoy]

The only mud I've been stuck in, the tyres would only dictate how far you got before getting stuck.

[ADVGD]

You're going to get wet feet :yes:


I've gone with a newish D605
Will be interesting to see how it goes in the mud/clay on your 6fiddy

I'm throwing on new fronts and rears, giving the Mitas C-16/C-17 matched set a nudge for this trip. Not expecting to see much tred left bythe end, but they should perform very well in the Coast conditions

http://lv.febishop.eu/images/assets/mitas_c-16_1.jpg

[ADVGD]

Accommodation for night #2

Looks like there the closest cabins for day #3 start on Mt Greenland is in Hokatika (26.6 km from Ross).

There are only 3 cabins at 252 Beachside Holiday Park (http://www.252beachside.co.nz/cabins.html), at this stage if we get all 3 they should be able to put up all the riders that are coming so far. So, to anyone thinking of coming that hasn't piped up yet nows the time to confirm you are coming, I'll then aim to lock this in so we are not beaten by other holiday goers.

If you have any other ideas or recomendations on accommodation let me know

Either reply to this thread or PM me or JATZ to confirm you're in, cheers :)

[Monstaman]

If you have any other ideas or recomendations on accommodation let me know

Either reply to this thread or PM me or JATZ to confirm you're in, cheers :)

There is the old church backpackers at Fergusons a little further down the road, great place but no fuel so tank up at Ross or Hoki, much nicer place than Hoki and somewhere a little different.

[JATZ]

There is the old church backpackers at Fergusons a little further down the road, great place but no fuel so tank up at Ross or Hoki, much nicer place than Hoki and somewhere a little different.

Hmmm tempting M/man
but I think Hoki would suit better IMHO, that way we could leave gear there and pic it up on the return.
I was thinking of the motel in Ross, but cabins sound o.k. too :yes:
And don't worry T.A. I just ordered a set of Kendas from Cycletreads :woohoo: Nordie will probly stil use his 705's and run about 5 psi with 2 rim locks :blink:

[mattsdakar]

I've got a decent Mitas C-16 at home that I use for farm rides, awesome tyre but they are definitely an offroad tyre and you'll be throwing it away when you get home!

[ADVGD]

I was thinking of the motel in Ross, but cabins sound o.k. too :yes:


Reading the details on the rooms for the Ross motels, that could actually be a better option: "private ensuite bathroom, full kitchen facilities and are fully self contained". That sounds good to me and about the price, ish. I'll do some calling tomorrow and check it out, and go for the best option.

So for numbers, is this right?

- JATZ
- Piglet
- NordieBoy
- Woodman
- ADVGD
- mattsdakar

Trials Rider, are you catching up with us just for a ride, or will you be joining us for the whole trip including accommodation?

[NordieBoy]

And don't worry T.A. I just ordered a set of Kendas from Cycletreads :woohoo: Nordie will probly stil use his 705's and run about 5 psi with 2 rim locks :blink:

Oi! Even Allie didn't run hers that low...

I've got to use the 705's now. No lower than 16psi with 2 rim locks and Willie & Max de-tasseled panniers though.

Hope there's not going to be any mud :violin:

I'd better get the panniers to the local cobbler as they're a bit... Ventilated at the moment...

[Woodman]

Sorry guys, but unfortunately other priorities have finally ruled me out of this ride.

[NordieBoy]

Don't worry, I'll take photos of where you would have fallen off as well...

[ADVGD]

Post # 1 updated

- Hut ticket info for night #1
- Accommodation for night #2

I think we are pretty much all sorted now guys, bring it on :headbang:

[mattsdakar]

Thanks Josh and Jatz for doing the admin, looking forward to the weekend :woohoo:

[Trials Rider]

OK finally sorted, we are staying in Reefton for the whole weekend at the Alfresco B&B which is opposite the camp.

I have a trip on Saturday to Alexander Mine in the truck.

If you guys are coming into Reefton on Sunday morning I could take you to the green hut, would take around one and a half to two hours tops return to Reefton, at that stage would let you guys carry on down the grey.

[JATZ]

We'll see how we go aye. I've tee'd up Napoleons hill for mid morning on Sunday, but me an piglet and nordie will be coming back through Reefton on Monday if your still going to be there

[ADVGD]

If you guys are coming into Reefton on Sunday morning I could take you to the green hut, would take around one and a half to two hours tops return to Reefton, at that stage would let you guys carry on down the grey.

Gi'day mate

That could work out well, we'll be coming out of Big River that morning and we'd be right there at the start point, that'd be a mint way to spend the morning :yes: Will check what the go with everyone else is but that should leave plenty of time for Napoleons and to get to Ross that night. Are you thinking of starting from Soldiers-Big River Road or SH7?

[Trials Rider]

Cool, might catch up Saturday afternoon

[Trials Rider]

Gi'day mate

That could work out well, we'll be coming out of Big River that morning and we'd be right there at the start point, that'd be a mint way to spend the morning :yes: Will check what the go with everyone else is but that should leave plenty of time for Napoleons and to get to Ross that night. Are you thinking of starting from Soldiers-Big River Road or SH7?

Yes as you come out of big river, Solders road goes up onto the top of the saddle, if we meet there it is only 5 minutes to the start line, that would give you bucket loads of time for Napoleons and Ross.

What time do you think you will left Reefton on Saturday for big river?, I might be back in time or I will come in and meet you at big river late afternoon, if you can txt me on the Saturday when you leave Reefton would be good 021 472 853, cheers Paul

[ADVGD]

Yes as you come out of big river, Solders road goes up onto the top of the saddle, if we meet there it is only 5 minutes to the start line, that would give you bucket loads of time for Napoleons and Ross.

Nice, sounds good


What time do you think you will left Reefton on Saturday for big river?, I might be back in time or I will come in and meet you at big river late afternoon, if you can txt me on the Saturday when you leave Reefton would be good 021 472 853, cheers Paul

We have a basic route planned so there is a good flow to the trip and no wasted time planning where to go next, but this is definitely flexible, it'll all depend on what everyone is into. I was talking to mattsdakar yesterday, the Station creek run won't take all that long so the option of squeezing in the first part of the Waitahu River Track (http://www.adventureguide.co.nz/articles/12/84/waitahu-track.php) then up to the mine before we hit Big River is a possibility also, we'll just see how we go for time etc. Whatever the case I'll text you to let you know the plan and PM you my cell number so you can contact me

Cheers :niceone:

[Trials Rider]

Nice, sounds good



We have a basic route planned so there is a good flow to the trip and no wasted time planning where to go next, but this is definitely flexible, it'll all depend on what everyone is into. I was talking to mattsdakar yesterday, the Station creek run won't take all that long so the option of squeezing in the first part of the Waitahu River Track (http://www.adventureguide.co.nz/articles/12/84/waitahu-track.php) then up to the mine before we hit Big River is a possibility also, we'll just see how we go for time etc. Whatever the case I'll text you to let you know the plan and PM you my cell number so you can contact me

Cheers :niceone:

Got that

Cheers Paul

[Peeteey]

This sounds like it'll be a great weekend! Am a real noob with all this but am dead keen on getting into it!
Not this weekend but another definitely. I think my DR is getting impatient with me :D

Look forward to the pics ...

[jafar]

I'm going to be heading back up through the west coast from the Brass Monkey Rally on sunday, I'm thinking of stopping around Ross or Hokitika sunday night. Any good places you guys can recommend in the area?

[NordieBoy]

I'm going to be heading back up through the west coast from the Brass Monkey Rally on sunday, I'm thinking of stopping around Ross or Hokitika sunday night. Any good places you guys can recommend in the area?

There'll be a motel room in Ross with a bunch of smelly adventurists on Sunday night. Not sure if there'll be room tho.

[Monstaman]

There'll be a motel room in Ross with a bunch of smelly adventurists on Sunday night. Not sure if there'll be room tho.

... top and tail ... never know ya luck :shutup: :facepalm:

[JATZ]

Old church backpackers at Fergusons, just south of Ross ? was recomended on page 6. Like Nordie said, we be stayin at the Ross motel, it'll be the room with the muddy bikes outside and some filthy boots :yes: just follow your nose :facepalm: There may be space there.
I'm not sure about Hoki :blink: I have stayed at the bella vista motel there and it was o.k. Walking distance to town and they let me park the bike in their garage :woohoo:

Hey Nordie ! Me an Piglet will leave home about 7 on Sat morn, will be at Kohatu about 7:30 and then we're heading down the seal to Murch

[NordieBoy]

Sounds good...

[ADVGD]

Nice one guys.

Did all the prep maintenance on the bike today, got a mounting bracket made up for the new Garmin 62s, and the C16/C17 set on. There were none of these in stock so Linton (DAS (http://dasmoto.co.nz/)) was kind enough to give me a set from his personal stash :innocent: Nice guy that Linton!

Everything all on track and looking good, Sundays weather looking better, Met service now says..."Mostly cloudy, some brief rain possible. Winds turning northwest." Better than the origional "Rain" predicted!!

It will be dry over there for the 4 days before the trip so we shouldn't have issues with any of the tracks, fingers crossed the weather slows up and keeps good weather over us all Monday too :yes:

[jafar]

There'll be a motel room in Ross with a bunch of smelly adventurists on Sunday night. Not sure if there'll be room tho.

sounds good to me, I'll be on my CB1300:woohoo:


... top and tail ... never know ya luck :shutup: :facepalm:

Honda joke from a KTM rider???:rolleyes:



Old church backpackers at Fergusons, just south of Ross ? was recomended on page 6. Like Nordie said, we be stayin at the Ross motel, it'll be the room with the muddy nikes outside and some filthy boots :yes: just follow your nose :facepalm: There may be space there.
I'm not sure about Hoki :blink: I have stayed at the bella vista motel there and it was o.k. Walking distance to town and they let me park the bike in their garage :woohoo:

I'll aim for the Ross motel:gob:, if you guys stink too bad I'll move up the road.:laugh:

:drinkup::drinknsin

[NordieBoy]

Little bro says the bottom of Mt Greenland is very very very slippery.
Also that once to the top, not to be tempted to ride down to the hut. Walk down.

[JATZ]

Little bro says the bottom of Mt Greenland is very very very slippery.
Also that once to the top, not to be tempted to ride down to the hut. Walk down.

Sounds like a challenge :blip:

[NordieBoy]

Sounds like a challenge :blip:

Last time he did it, it took him 2 tries on the Husky 250 2-stroke.

After the first few zig-zags, it gets steep and rubbley.

I'm carrying a 10mm x 10m rope and a camera if needed though :yes:

[mattsdakar]

Can't walk pass the bike with out tinkering :facepalm:
Mustn't be long now! :scooter:

[JATZ]

Last time he did it, it took him 2 tries on the Husky 250 2-stroke.

After the first few zig-zags, it gets steep and rubbley.

I'm carrying a 10mm x 10m rope and a camera if needed though :yes:

If li'l bro has to have a couple of goes then it must be kinda rough


Can't walk pass the bike with out tinkering :facepalm:
Mustn't be long now! :scooter:

3 more sleeps :woohoo:
Day off work tomorrow to sort the bikes. Piglet even put my new tyres on today, bless him :love:

[ADVGD]

Weather forecast all over the show, seems to be saying something completely different every 2 hours. Looks like it may be a little damp at times, not really too fussed myself, it’ll make the tracks that extra bit more challenging and exciting, especially Mt Greenland :headbang:

[NordieBoy]

If li'l bro has to have a couple of goes then it must be kinda rough

Apparently once you get to a flat bit on the zig zags you can see it getting steeper and rockier. Plenty of room to park there. It's only about 200m further to the hut.

[Monstaman]

Did it in the truck, would suggest much easier on four wheels than two, very sharp rocks that luv consuming tyres, have fun gents, Nordie ... your rope will be your mate along with the camera! :devil2:

[Crim]

Weather for over coast during the weeknd;

Saturday 4
Rain developing, with some heavy falls, mainly about the ranges. Northeasterlies, strong at times in exposed places.
Sunday 5
Rain, some heavy falls at first, easing to showers.Northeasterlies turning westerly then dying away.
Monday 6
Showers becoming more frequent. Westerlies developing.

Looks like you'll get really dirty, muddy, wet, cold, tired and ................... you'll have a great time :woohoo: - bugger wish I could get over there:facepalm:!

Have a great weekend - all check you have your cameras please :yes:

[NordieBoy]

Weather for over coast during the weeknd;

Saturday 4
Rain developing, with some heavy falls, mainly about the ranges. Northeasterlies, strong at times in exposed places.
Sunday 5
Rain, some heavy falls at first, easing to showers.Northeasterlies turning westerly then dying away.
Monday 6
Showers becoming more frequent. Westerlies developing.

Looks like you'll get really dirty, muddy, wet, cold, tired and ................... you'll have a great time :woohoo: - bugger wish I could get over there:facepalm:!

Have a great weekend - all check you have your cameras please :yes:

I prefer Metvuw's forcast. Less rain...

2 batteries for the still camera and 3 for the vid.
3 sets for the GPS.

[NordieBoy]

Anyone want me to take a handful of UHF walkies?

Got 4 very small Uniden's here.

May be handy for the "OK, bring the rope" messages...

[ADVGD]

Apparently once you get to a flat bit on the zig zags you can see it getting steeper and rockier. Plenty of room to park there. It's only about 200m further to the hut.

I'll be giving it my all to get to the top... walking? 200m up a hill? :blink:


Looks like you'll get really dirty, muddy, wet, cold, tired and ................... you'll have a great time :woohoo:

Not so much on the cold side of things, taking silly amounts of thermals and spare clothes, but everything else yes :yes:


2 batteries for the still camera and 3 for the vid.
3 sets for the GPS.

Nice... :niceone:


Anyone want me to take a handful of UHF walkies?

Got 4 very small Uniden's here.

May be handy for the "OK, bring the rope" messages...

If they are small it certainly couldn’t hurt, you can guarantee if you don't bring them, there will be a situation they would have been handy for sure

[NordieBoy]

Ummm, 200m down to the hut, then 200m back up...

Call it a round Km.

Hide in the palm of your hand type small.

[ADVGD]

Potentially if water levels are up and fording is not possible to Big River we could do the Waitahu (http://www.adventureguide.co.nz/articles/12/84/waitahu-track.php)and stay at Montgomerie Hut (http://www.adventureguide.co.nz/articles/12/83/montgomerie-hut.php) on the Saturday

We shouldn't have to as the predicted rain fall is only around the 3mm to 4mm mark.

Regardless, it may pay to throw in some extra food just in case we get trapped in there :blink:

[NordieBoy]

According to little bro, there's 3 4WD clubs in Reefton for the weekend...

[ADVGD]

According to little bro, there's 3 4WD clubs in Reefton for the weekend...

Then Mongomerie Hut may not be all that good of an idea as there are only 6 bunks...

[ADVGD]

Station Creek land owner lives in Chch, just got back from his house, I have paid him for access and picked up the key so no hold ups tomorrow. He has given us permission for the two Coal Creek tracks as well (both on private land).

See you lads tomorrow 10:30 at the turnoff to the the Station Creek road opposite the West Bank Road Bridge (lat="-42.20418" lon="172.22858")

GPX file here (http://www.adventureguide.co.nz/google-maps/gpx-files/meeting-spot.gpx)

[Crim]

I have got my rain stuff here if anyone wants it - jacket and pants I think they are rainbird - 100% waterproof but sort of like Stephen Fry - very bright yellow in a ghey sort of way - also got Rain Off overgloves if you want them - I am on the north side of town so if you want anything you can grab it on the way out tomorrow.

Have a great trip - jealous as a really jealous thing - 'member lots of video and photos!

[JATZ]

Just got home from a fishin trip to D'urville island , got a flat riding home :facepalm: 2nd one in 2 days :facepalm::facepalm: and now when I indicate left the headlight/tail light/ highbeam light all go dim, bright, dim,bright :facepalm::facepalm::facepalm:
Man it's gunna be a great weekend :woohoo:

[ADVGD]

I have got my rain stuff here if anyone wants it - jacket and pants I think they are rainbird - 100% waterproof but sort of like Stephen Fry - very bright yellow in a ghey sort of way - also got Rain Off overgloves if you want them - I am on the north side of town so if you want anything you can grab it on the way out tomorrow.

Have a great trip - jealous as a really jealous thing - 'member lots of video and photos!

All good this end thanks Crim, got me some Rain Off gloves to debut this trip, they seem to have a good rep for handling torrential rain, this weekend couldn't be a better test


Man it's gunna be a great weekend :woohoo:

:yes:

[Woodman]

Them boys are going to get a wet ass.:yes:

[Crim]

Them boys are going to get a wet ass.:yes:

Yeah part of me is jealous as anything not making it - then I just remember back to my nice warm bed last night, eggs benedict this morning before jumping on the interweb and checking the weather over there and I somehow don't feel quite as jealous - they'll all have a great time though but come time to blacktop it home if they are wet cold and tired that will be a part of the trip I could do without

[Ally67]

Yeah part of me is jealous as anything not making it - then I just remember back to my nice warm bed last night, eggs benedict this morning before jumping on the interweb and checking the weather over there and I somehow don't feel quite as jealous - they'll all have a great time though but come time to blacktop it home if they are wet cold and tired that will be a part of the trip I could do without

:yes::yes: Thats why I'm at home and Piglet has my bike :laugh:

[Woodman]

Yeah part of me is jealous as anything not making it - then I just remember back to my nice warm bed last night, eggs benedict this morning before jumping on the interweb and checking the weather over there and I somehow don't feel quite as jealous - they'll all have a great time though but come time to blacktop it home if they are wet cold and tired that will be a part of the trip I could do without

You forgot to mention the physical effort of repeatadly picking up a klr out of the mud.
But any weekend away riding is good in the end.

[JATZ]

Just got home....what a great weekend :woohoo:

It didn't rain.... not at all :no: :shutup:
And Nordie-Shinko- boy is an even bigger bastard for using road tyres :blink:

Pics and video to follow

[mattsdakar]

Well that was an interesting weekend :yes:
Getting up to Lake Daniels was a mission, the river was up and running quite swiftly so the 20 odd crossings didn't exactly go without incident.
I managed to drown my bike twice, hence no photos from me as camera went swimming.
First time my legs weren't long enough and the second the front wheel fell victim to a submerged tree branch. Luckily as my XR has a decompression lever so you can pump the water out of the cylinder without having to remove spark plug...seat,tank etc etc
Josh also gave his DR a lengthy bath so the two hour return trip took us about 5hours!
By the time we fuelled up at Reefton it was just on dusk so basically rode all the way into Big River Hut in the dark which was pretty scary for me but even worse for Josh as his headlight bulb had blown so was just relying on following my lights :facepalm:
The next morning we awoke to find that the rivers had risen by over a metre and we spent two hours sitting around waiting for the water levels to drop. Eventually we got bored of waiting and basically floated the bikes across the swift flowing waters which were waist deep, so after de-drowning the five bikes we were off again...

[Trials Rider]

Well I will put my part in, I shot into Big River on Saturday night because Josh forgot to TXT me, it was dark, raining and I had a ball, anyway it didnt rain just like Jatz said but it did piss down all night.

I was to meet the boys at 9am at the turn off, well 9am came and you guessed it (no one), so I decided to ride in and meet them, the pictures say the rest (Woodman wood be proud, 5 drowned bikes), what I rode through Saturday night about 200mm deep was now 700mm deep and fast flowing and bloody cold according to Mr Jatz.

Anyway three hours later we started our 9am ride back out of big river up to the Reefton saddle and down to the green hut to the river and back out again, mostly not a bad track, bit greasy and step in places but all good, thanks to the boys for helping me pick up the DR650 a couple of times (just showing them how to fall off):facepalm:

After that we went back to Reefton via the ZigZag track for a coffee and hot pie, at that stage the boys had to gap it to Ross, I went and had a nice hot shower at the B&B.

I enjoyed the day and a great bunch of guys

[JATZ]

Nice pics T.R. The road to the left of the Surf in your pic was a stream when we first arrived at the crossing.
Anyhoooo, here's a small selection of my pics, I'll do some vids when the library opens tomorrow and a bit of a R.R. over in the Jatz's thread

"Dave" ADVGD checks out the second crossing after leaving the hut.
http://i412.photobucket.com/albums/pp201/ztaj/Dave.gif

The third crossing
http://i412.photobucket.com/albums/pp201/ztaj/SAM_0880.gif

Coming back up the track to Green hut
http://i412.photobucket.com/albums/pp201/ztaj/SAM_0910.gif

A small bit of the Mt Greenland track, it took a bit of effort to stand on this stuff and walking on it was a bit of a lottery :blink:
http://i412.photobucket.com/albums/pp201/ztaj/SAM_0940-1.gif

[Transalper]

You can call me soft but I'm glad I didn't get to go.
Making for an amusing read though.

[Padmei]

You guys are crazy legends for going out in that.Hard hard men

[Woodman]

Good on yas, a real adventure alright:woohoo:

But 5 drowned bikes. :shit: Bwahahahahahahaha


Keep the story and pics coming.

[NordieBoy]

Good on yas, a real adventure alright:woohoo:

But 5 drowned bikes. :shit: Bwahahahahahahaha


Keep the story and pics coming.

Only drowned 'cause we had to push them through water coming up to the top of the TT seat...

[Monstaman]

...and great write up.

Did a trip round Te Anau and many little back roads Sunday then Mavora Lakes on Monday and up to the old musterers hut.

Biggest issue for me over the weekend while sitting in the sun at Te Anau was choosing between having a ginger crunch with my Capachino or not :innocent:

[thepom]

Holy shit,the thought of it makes me cringe.......

[NordieBoy]

Holy shit,the thought of it makes me cringe.......

I dunno. Ginger crunch isn't all that bad.

[Crim]

I dunno. Ginger crunch isn't all that bad.

Stop with the "rapier sharp wit" and start uploading photos / videos :corn: :corn: :corn:

or did your cameras get drowned :facepalm:

[NordieBoy]

Stop with the "rapier sharp wit" and start uploading photos / videos :corn: :corn: :corn:

or did your cameras get drowned :facepalm:

Oh all right.

and

Yes :innocent:

[NordieBoy]

Some tasters...

It was wet and slippery...

Slippery deep mud at Lake Daniels...
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Wet at Big River...
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Steep and slippery down...
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Steep and slippery up...
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Papa clay you can't even walk on, type steep and slippery...
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In none of these photos was there any rain :shit:

[ADVGD]

What a great ride :headbang:

Was great to catch up with mattsdakar and JATZ again and finally meet NordiBoy and Piglet. As for TrailsRider, a huge thanks for your time showing us around your old stomping ground, we had a great time!! That mission into Big River in the dark to set a meet-up time was well beyond the call of duty, so too was waiting while we swam our bikes across the river and dried them out, you are a good man Paul :niceone:

Considering the forecast the weather was mint, couldn't have asked for better, thanks mother nature :innocent: There were a few interesting incidents that certainly made this adventure ride a real adventure :yes:

Station Creek is a great track, Slab Hut + detours were certainly challenging in sections, Totara Valley Road is a really nice scenic gravel stretch, the old rail track out of Ross was something different, and as for Mt Greenland, that I feel comfortable saying is a summer only track, the hard packed clay is as slippery as ice, in my boots I could hardly stand up, if I tried to walk I was on my arse. We made it up about half way to the end of the track where we could find traction off to the sides but when this ran out and there was nothing but steep faces of slippery clay rock, if we attempted it to climb them it was either going to be a broken bike or a broken us :blink: We will be back in summer to conquer it :yes:

Lots of broken things to fix or replace including both a drowned camera and cell phone :facepalm: but minor cons outweighed but the many pros. Here are some pics up till the point I killed my camera, this is day one, Station Creek, just NordieBoy, Matt and me while JATZ and Piglet had some mechanical issues and caught up with us at Big River ...

Images moved here... (http://www.adventureguide.co.nz/articles/12/98/west-coast-ride.php)

[Trials Rider]

Well I enjoyed the ride in the rain and dark to big river:2thumbsup, quite a different perspective than day riding, anyway I couldn't miss an appointment:facepalm:

When we finally got back a little late from our Sunday ride :Oops: Deb was worried about me and a little mad:mad:, anyway I explained that it wasnt my fault as we had no cell phone coverage, it is easier to seek forgiveness than permission :Playnice:, I still got beaten up:bash:, oh well :whocares:we had a good day

Lucky we got back as she was about to send a search party to look for us:scooter:

All in all a good day

[thepom]

ha ha ha your f#%*ing mad..........all of you.......:facepalm:

[tri boy]

I hopethe Naki crew, and Nordie and his mad mates never plan a winter ride together.
Oh the humanity:violin:
Seriously, damn fine effort you lot.:yes:

[bart]

Good stuff guys. I think that's the river I got stuck in when it wasn't flooded a couple of years ago. :facepalm:

[JATZ]

Good stuff guys. I think that's the river I got stuck in when it wasn't flooded a couple of years ago. :facepalm:

Thats the one :yes: it's usually a friendly little stream

http://i412.photobucket.com/albums/pp201/ztaj/Big-1.gif

[cooneyr]

Bloody good stuff fellas. You've done the SIers proud - ya nutters. Do I count correctly - Matt Dakar drowned his bike 3 times in one weekend? Is that some kind of record?

Just a though for you re getting out of Big River - sticks through the wheels and a person on each end as they do when going up to Cape York. Only about 35-40kg each. Might have been hard work with current and stoney bed but something to consider.

http://jacksonracing.com.au/images/triupmhcape/triumphwatercross.jpg

Kinda glad I was stuck at home sanding but then again sounds like it was a bloody good challenge.

Cheers R

[thepom]

hey I like that idea,don,t know if I would be happy being so wet for so long.....

[NordieBoy]

It's only officially drowned if you were riding it at the time.
Like it's not considered falling off if you don't leave your feet.

So that makes it only 2 drownings for Matt.

The sticks would have been useful but there's no straight sticks up there :facepalm:

[Monstaman]

Lots of broken things to fix or replace including both a drowned camera and cell phone :facepalm: .

I have a brand new Phone for sale that will suit you to the ground (and underwater), bought it for Ellen as her old phone shit itself but she does not want it as we won't need two phones so it is brand new in the box unopened and for sale

I have been using them for three years now, Sonim Phone Xp3.2 Quest Pro http://www.sonimtech.com/products/xp3questpro.php

Waterproof, shock and dust proof, LED torch 8 week standby time and super strength in the signal just to name a few great features, an adv riders buddy.

Bro has a waterproof camera as well, worth while as well for our big trip away.

Anyway, if anyone is interested in buying the phone from me we can do a deal.

[Trials Rider]

Yes when it comes to cameras I have two, Canon SX 1 IS, 10 meg, 20 optical zoom, fantastic camera BUT NOT good on the bike so I got a Panasonic DMC FT2, drop proof 2 metres, 14 megs, 5 optical zoom, 2.8" LCD screen, easy menu, water proof 10 metres (should do most bike trips), best of all no protruding front lens so nearly bullet proof, it is just the ticket for ADV riding and pretty good photos.

I hardly use my Canon now because the FT2 is so easy and it fits in your pock easy

There is a DMC FT1 but the zoom toggle is a pain to use specially with gloves on, the FT2 is much more user freindly,

Here is a link
http://www.dpreview.com/news/1001/10012603panadmcft2.asp

I got mine in KTM orange so if I drop it in the grass or a deep puddle I have half a chance of finding it.

[ADVGD]

Oh all right.

How's that video coming along NordieBoy? :Pokey:

[JATZ]

Couple of little vids from me, no music or fancy schmansy editing, but you get the idea :yes:
I hope the quality's o.k.

<iframe width="425" height="349" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/Hp2N_Y_Ej0g" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

<iframe width="425" height="349" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/MDFeE6SM2lo" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

[cynna]

wow - looks like an awesome ride. might have to tag along on the next one

[ADVGD]

Couple of little vids from me...

Nice job JATZ :niceone:

I didn't realise I covered TrialsRider in mud till I saw this vid :killingme Sorry mate, honest :innocent:

[Trials Rider]

Nice job JATZ :niceone:

I didn't realise I covered TrialsRider in mud till I saw this vid :killingme Sorry mate, honest :innocent:

Dont worry I dont get angry:mad:, I will get even:soon:

Well I was that bloody wet anyway being painted with mud was a none event really

Must go over there on the DT230, would be lots of fun.

Thanks Matt for getting the back wheel in line for me

[thepom]

Looked bloody hard but fun......Josh you are fearless :woohoo:

[Trials Rider]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vKfHg4E750E

James putting the water back in the river after cleaning with his air filter:Oops:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wIxi1SXh3pE

James & Josh at the second river crossing, the shallower of the two:shit:

BTW this vid was done on my Panasonic DMC FT2 camera, not bad quality really, apart from the ugly buggers in it.

[Phreaky Phil]

I hopethe Naki crew, and Nordie and his mad mates never plan a winter ride together.
Oh the humanity:violin:
Seriously, damn fine effort you lot.:yes:Been looking at these pics and videos thinking I should have gone down for a ride instead of working on the house. Dont know about 2 up to Green hut though !!

[ADVGD]

Looking at the GPS files, we barely scratched the track, 1.28km travelled (actual 4X4 track) with 7.8km to go. Should be a goodie for summer when that clay dries out though :yes:

Yellow line is our GPS log of where we got to before hitting the clay faces
http://www.adventureguide.co.nz/articles/12/98/images/west-coast-ride-2011-0020.jpg

[Crim]

summer when that clay dries out


You sure about that - Ross gets about 3 kilometeres of rain a year:facepalm:!

[Monstaman]

Looking at the GPS files, we barely scratched the track, 1.28km travelled (actual 4X4 track) with 7.8km to go. Should be a goodie for summer when that clay dries out though :yes:

After where yo got to gets easier until 3/4 the way up......

...be warned you have not got to the very bouldery steep bits near the top, once on the top it is the gumble rally along the tops to where it drops off down the back side into Langdon creek.

Much easier in 4x4 with lockers :woohoo:

[Trials Rider]

Looking at the GPS files, we barely scratched the track, 1.28km travelled (actual 4X4 track) with 7.8km to go. Should be a goodie for summer when that clay dries out though :yes:

Yellow line is our GPS log of where we got to before hitting the clay faces
http://www.adventureguide.co.nz/articles/12/98/images/west-coast-ride-2011-0020.jpg

No wonder you got stuck, you are not supposed to ride on yellow lines :shit:

I think we need to organise a ride there with out any heavy gear on board and yes dry would be better, I think I would take the DT230, a lot easier to push than the DR650

[Padmei]

How did you graph your GPS onto that map? looks quite interesting.

[JATZ]

No wonder you got stuck, you are not supposed to ride on yellow lines :shit:

I think we need to organise a ride there with out any heavy gear on board and yes dry would be better, I think I would take the DT230, a lot easier to push than the DR650

Most of us didn't have any gear :blink:
I'm in for a rematch, I'll try and get a trials tyre (hmmm I wonder who would have an old one spare :scratch: ) or put some screw/bolt things in my old shinko and make a snow tyre thingy, with rimlocks :shit:

Oooo Ooooo brainwave, golf shoe spikes ?

[ADVGD]

How did you graph your GPS onto that map? looks quite interesting.

Freshmap (http://www.freshmap.co.nz/), I have a version for my computer and for my GPS... the 3D mode and "3D fly" mode are absolutely awesome.

http://www.adventureguide.co.nz/public-images/adventure-riding/freshmap-samp-1.jpg

The red track in above map is Lake Mason (http://www.adventureguide.co.nz/articles/12/90/lake-mason-track.php)

[ADVGD]

I think we need to organise a ride there with out any heavy gear on board and yes dry would be better


I'm in for a rematch

Set a date and I'm in for sure :yes:

[thepom]

Wow nice maps.........you know good stuff......:yes:

[NordieBoy]

In green is the track to the gravel pit on the other side of the Reefton Saddle...
240411

[NordieBoy]

This is the Google Earth KMZ of the ride...
240412

[DR Girl]

Blown away guyz. A FAB EFFORT.
MAD:facepalm:. . . but V GUTSY !!!!!!! :niceone:

[Monstaman]

In green is the track to the gravel pit on the other side of the Reefton Saddle...

That is the slab hut creek track that connects to the saddle road, great track for more trailie orientated bikes.

There are so many tracks scattered around in there you could spend a week skidding around in there

[NordieBoy]

you could spend a week skidding around in there

and then you'd hit the bottom...

[NordieBoy]

Alrighty then...

Got it down to 13:43 :facepalm:

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[JATZ]

:woohoo:
Been waiting for this....
only 2.5 hrs to wait too :blink:

[ADVGD]

Alrighty then...

As always NordieBoy, nicely put together, good job :niceone:

[marks]

and for once the music didn't make me want to :puke:

top effort :yes:

[NordieBoy]

and for once the music didn't make me want to :puke:

top effort :yes:

Some special music just for you next time then :devil2:

[Crim]

Great Stuff Nordie, a couple of questions;
1. at the second crossing at 6:15 you say, and I quote "that is not too bad - that is rideable" - did you?
2. was it piglet's birthday?

[NordieBoy]

Great Stuff Nordie, a couple of questions;
1. at the second crossing at 6:15 you say, and I quote "that is not too bad - that is rideable" - did you?
2. was it piglet's birthday?

1. I also quote... "Sort of..." - Hell no. I'm a ginga, not stupid.
2. Yes.

[thepom]

Well put together and nice music too......good effort on the river crossings....

[Woodman]

Good vid nordie. The music had me doing a Buddhist chant at 11.25.

I like your "thats rideable" comment when watching Matts bike being pushed through the river, completely disregarding the fact that with a rider aboard the intake would be about 6 inches lower. Hmmmm wonder how hard it would be to route a snorkel up to my fairing? Or maybe some sort of flap that can be closed easily to block the air intake off?

Great effort guys.

[Crim]

Or maybe some sort of flap that can be closed easily to block the air intake off?


yeah I was thinking along those lines - that and a plastic bag over the exhaust you could push through that no problems

[Trials Rider]

Another vid


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

Matt seemed to be crossing the river OK so I thought I would get the chopper, cool machine

[NordieBoy]

yeah I was thinking along those lines - that and a plastic bag over the exhaust you could push through that no problems

I bunged a rain-off glove over the muffler.

[Trials Rider]

I bunged a rain-off glove over the muffler.

I reckon a roll of duct tape would be just the ticket, tape up the exhaust and intake, would work treat.

[XF650]

I reckon a roll of duct tape would be just the ticket, tape up the exhaust and intake, would work treat.

Or I turn up with my jet boat & ferry ya across - mates rates of course.

[Trials Rider]

Or I turn up with my jet boat & ferry ya across - mates rates of course.

Bloody hell now you offer, better dust of the DT and come over to Mt Greenland, the boys have a challenge to settle

[DR Girl]

Gotta ask guys. . . . how did you manage after such ffffffreezing cold:cold: water right up to your middle:facepalm::facepalm:(I'm being tackful here LOL) ride for the rest of the day ??? Woolly socks & thermals down your way can't be that much better than what we have here !!

[cruza]

true adv ride by the looks. gosh big river crossing were up. normally only a trickle.
what was the chopper in at big river for?

[Trials Rider]

true adv ride by the looks. gosh big river crossing were up. normally only a trickle.
what was the chopper in at big river for?

Two guys turned up in a Toyota Surf, hoped out, parked up, used a sat phone and then the helicopter, there is a lot of mine exploration going on so I will put two & two together and seven but I would say that's what it was.

OK now I will tell the truth, they heard about a bunch mad bastards trying to ride across a river deep enough to launch a boat.

Honest that's what really happened, ask any of the others :bs:

[ADVGD]

Gotta ask guys. . . . how did you manage after such ffffffreezing cold:cold: water right up to your middle:facepalm::facepalm:(I'm being tackful here LOL) ride for the rest of the day ??? Woolly socks & thermals down your way can't be that much better than what we have here !!

Hi there DR Girl :)

The South Island boys would probably expect me to say something like "Us Southies are as tough as nails..." but little do they know, I am actually from the backblocks of the North Island (Waikune National Park) :shit:

There are plenty of dedicated riders NZ wide happy to endure a bit of cold or wet weather all in the aim for a good ride :yes: maybe its just a case of the softies needing to take some advice from good old Chopper :shutup:

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[NordieBoy]

Gotta ask guys. . . . how did you manage after such ffffffreezing cold:cold: water right up to your middle:facepalm::facepalm:(I'm being tackful here LOL) ride for the rest of the day ??? Woolly socks & thermals down your way can't be that much better than what we have here !!

The water wasn't really that cold.


Anyway a good pee warms things up a treat.

[Trials Rider]

The water wasn't really that cold.


Anyway a good pee warms things up a treat.

Now you have got me worried, I am not standing near you when start farting or it might end in tragedy :Oops: :nya:

[thepom]

"but little do they know, I am actually from the backblocks of the North Island (Waikune National Park"


That explains so much..:killingme

[NordieBoy]

"but little do they know, I am actually from the backblocks of the North Island (Waikune National Park"


That explains so much..:killingme

Six fingers, the banjo music...

[Monstaman]

I am actually from the backblocks of the North Island (Waikune National Park) :shit:

Another overseas imposter ... knew there was something different :lol:

[Trials Rider]

[QUOTE=ADVGD;1130084027]Hi there DR Girl :)

The South Island boys would probably expect me to say something like "Us Southies are as tough as nails..." but little do they know, I am actually from the backblocks of the North Island (Waikune National Park) :shit:



Bugger me we didnt check your passport either

Come to think of it he does look a bit like Cotton Eye Jo

I googled music from Waikune, check it out:grouphug:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=btEpF334Rtc&feature=related

[DR Girl]

Hi there DR Girl :)

The South Island boys would probably expect me to say something like "Us Southies are as tough as nails..." but little do they know, I am actually from the backblocks of the North Island (Waikune National Park) :shit:

There are plenty of dedicated riders NZ wide happy to endure a bit of cold or wet weather all in the aim for a good ride :yes: maybe its just a case of the softies needing to take some advice from good old Chopper :shutup:

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LOL enjoyed that ADVGD,thanks :2thumbsup Have seen before as oldest son into Chopper, but that had new :lol: relevance. I would be hopeless in the cold water (a girl thing) but have done the "monkey butt" thing with a 1064k ride in 23hrs on the 200 last Nov. Can I join your Clan now ? ;)

[ADVGD]

I would be hopeless in the cold water (a girl thing) but have done the "monkey butt" thing with a 1064k ride in 23hrs on the 200 last Nov. Can I join your Clan now ? ;)

After an effort like that, you can ride with us any time DR Girl :)

[Trials Rider]

After an effort like that, you can ride with us any time DR Girl :)

We promise not to shake you around

[thepom]

sadly the only shaking going is chch itself and my wine glass......:lol:

[Trials Rider]

sadly the only shaking going is chch itself and my wine glass......:lol:

Well don't rush out to Kaiapoi, our house went up and down yesterday, TV is definitely a flat screen now:weep:

I was in the shed getting the DR650 out when the 6.3 hit, my partner Deb was panicking, I was to busy holding on to the bike, looking after the toys first.:2thumbsup I would have been gutted if the bike fell over.

[Monstaman]

looking after the toys first.:2thumbsup I would have been gutted if the bike fell over.

Holding onto the DR when deb was panicking, that is insensitive bro, the least she coulda done is hold the DT and Sherco :chase:

[Trials Rider]

Holding onto the DR when deb was panicking, that is insensitive bro, the least she coulda done is hold the DT and Sherco :chase:

I know it is hard to get a good girlfriend, more concerned about herself than my bikes, oh well back to the drawing board.

WANTED ADD

Wanted, girlfriend not freaked out by major earthquakes, must be able to hold two bikes at the same time and smile during earthquake,

PS looks like I am eating by myself again tonight.

[NordieBoy]

I know it is hard to get a good girlfriend, more concerned about herself than my bikes, oh well back to the drawing board.

WANTED ADD

Wanted, girlfriend not freaked out by major earthquakes, must be able to hold two bikes at the same time and smile during earthquake,

PS looks like I am eating by myself again tonight.

Just don't mention Reefton!

[Trials Rider]

Just don't mention Reefton!

What about Reefton Nordieboy!!!...... you would be pissed off to if you were left in Reefton on your own, with nothing to do while you boys were out having fun!!!!...

Deb

As for being deserted during the earthquakes, while he took care of his girlfriends in the garage....... :mad: .... ok ok not that mad was pleased he didn't let the DR fall over, but certainly wasn't rushing into the garage to hold the other 2 bikes up!!! buggar that I was to busy panicking and trying to get out of the house....

[NordieBoy]

Reefton alone for one hour would be enough...

[Monstaman]

Reefton alone for one hour would be enough...

Depends who you are with :devil2::shifty:

[Woodman]

Reefton alone for one hour would be enough...

There are pubs.

[Transalper]

I like Reefton, walks and rides and nice n quiet... the ground don't move much either.:2thumbsup