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Tricia1000
20th December 2011, 08:15
:rockon:Calling all female bikers::::::::::::So you may have already found that riding fast is a lot easier than riding slowly. Do you tremble when you are in heavy traffic, and have lots of stop, and start? Or are you panicking at the thought of doing a U turn on your bike. When the new motorcycle test comes in in October next year, the manoeuvre required will be one of the hardest to do on a motorbike, which hopefully will mean that you have a higher range of skills to be able to accomplish this.
I am planning a two hour, ladies only session to help those who have trouble with their slow speed manoeuvring skills, and basic control skills. Stopping starting, U turn, riding very slowly with full control.
If you are interested in this 2 hour course, please PM me, or put a comment on here, with your contact details, and your possible availability over the Christmas/ New Year period.
My plan is that the course will be 2 hours long, and I envisage getting about 5 ladies at a time. So if you have friends that might be interested, then please let them know.
I haven't set any dates yet, or the venue, but will work with the majority on this one.
The cost to you?????? $50 for 2 hours, which is good value, as the rest is subsidised by ACC. You will need to have your own bike, and some form of Class 6 licence.
Tricia
rcsom@xtra.co.nz
021 269 3246

5150
20th December 2011, 08:21
This thread could be taken in a sooo the wrong wayyyy :laugh:

Slow and fast speed control. Can't stop loughing. hehehe :o:innocent::corn:

nodrog
20th December 2011, 08:25
What about people with Penises?

Edbear
20th December 2011, 08:38
What about people with Penises?

Definitely out...

Tricia1000
20th December 2011, 18:08
What about people with Penises?
Willl prob do one for you people too..

Virago
20th December 2011, 18:20
What about people with Penises?

Missing your Fanny...? :laugh:

nodrog
20th December 2011, 18:58
Missing your Fanny...? :laugh:

wanna root?

PrincessBandit
21st December 2011, 07:45
Definitely interested in something like this. I thoroughly enjoyed the gymkhana organised by kiwifruit and katman a couple of months ago although completed it on a scooter rather than a motorbike. The low speed manouvering I found too tricky on a bike (which admittedly wasn't my own) - highlighted my need of improving this aspect of my riding. Got heaps better on the scooter as the morning progressed, but still wasn't game enough to take on the course on katman's katana. Am away until into the new year but would be interested to know more.

Tricia1000
21st December 2011, 07:54
Can you plese PM me your contact numbers, and an idea of dates available?
Tricia1000
Definitely interested in something like this. I thoroughly enjoyed the gymkhana organised by kiwifruit and katman a couple of months ago although completed it on a scooter rather than a motorbike. The low speed manouvering I found too tricky on a bike (which admittedly wasn't my own) - highlighted my need of improving this aspect of my riding. Got heaps better on the scooter as the morning progressed, but still wasn't game enough to take on the course on katman's katana. Am away until into the new year but would be interested to know more.

Tricia1000
21st December 2011, 17:57
I am thinking of the morning of the 31st December for a slow skills session. If you are interested, please leave a message below. If you can't make the 31st, please give me a date when you can make it, and I can begin getting another session sorted. Venue to be arranged, depending on numbers.

Tricia1000
22nd December 2011, 16:42
Hi gals,
At the moment, I have 3 ladies for a 9am session on the 28th December, so 1 or 2 more places available on this one.

I also have an interested person in the 31st December, so anyone want to join in that one as well?
Tricia
021 269 3246

Mom
23rd December 2011, 18:03
wanna root?

I text that to Mark the other day, he replied "Is that you Gordie?" :killingme

Tricia I am a starter for sure.

Tricia1000
23rd December 2011, 21:06
I text that to Mark the other day, he replied "Is that you Gordie?" :killingme

Tricia I am a starter for sure.

So will you be riding with your moon boot, or without??
Count you in for the 28th??
Tricia

Mom
24th December 2011, 08:01
So will you be riding with your moon boot, or without??
Count you in for the 28th??
Tricia

Doh! No I am not riding yet, still have the stupid boot on...

scorpio girl
26th December 2011, 10:03
Hi Tricia, just discovered your thread, easier to write in here than on facebook I think :) I am still keen for the 31st if you get any others interested in doing it that day too. In the a.m if possible so I can get back to Whangarei in time for new years festivities :banana: Lisa

Tricia1000
4th January 2012, 14:23
Planning another slow speed session, on this Saturday, if anyone is interested.This will be a mixed session. Depending on numbers, it will either take place at Orewa, or Massey. This will include, but not necessarily limited to, approaching intersections, roundabouts, hill starts, U-turns, slalom.
I had 3 ladies on the morning of the 28th, who found out that riding slowly is an art that takes concentration, and skill.

If anyone has anything else that they would like to see covered in a training session, then please let me know, and I am sure we can sort it out.
Limited places on the ACC subsidised courses. First come first served..
Tricia
0212693246

Tricia1000
4th January 2012, 14:41
Next course is hopefully on the 7th January.. are you available??
Tricia

Definitely interested in something like this. I thoroughly enjoyed the gymkhana organised by kiwifruit and katman a couple of months ago although completed it on a scooter rather than a motorbike. The low speed manouvering I found too tricky on a bike (which admittedly wasn't my own) - highlighted my need of improving this aspect of my riding. Got heaps better on the scooter as the morning progressed, but still wasn't game enough to take on the course on katman's katana. Am away until into the new year but would be interested to know more.

scorpio girl
5th January 2012, 11:26
Planning another slow speed session, on this Saturday, if anyone is interested.This will be a mixed session. Depending on numbers, it will either take place at Orewa, or Massey. This will include, but not necessarily limited to, approaching intersections, roundabouts, hill starts, U-turns, slalom.

Can't make this one either due to work :( I am still keen though. Will keep an eye on this thread for future sessions.

Tricia1000
6th January 2012, 11:16
Next session being held is tomorrow morning, 7th January at 11 am.
If you are interested, please contact me ASAP, to reserve a place.
May need to do another one for 9 am as well.
Tricia
021 2693246


Planning another slow speed session, on this Saturday, if anyone is interested.This will be a mixed session. Depending on numbers, it will either take place at Orewa, or Massey. This will include, but not necessarily limited to, approaching intersections, roundabouts, hill starts, U-turns, slalom.
I had 3 ladies on the morning of the 28th, who found out that riding slowly is an art that takes concentration, and skill.

If anyone has anything else that they would like to see covered in a training session, then please let me know, and I am sure we can sort it out.
Limited places on the ACC subsidised courses. First come first served..
Tricia
0212693246

PrincessBandit
6th January 2012, 14:21
Definitely keen. What if the weather is crap (as supposedly forecast)? If it's on regardless, I'll still be happy to come.

Tricia1000
6th January 2012, 21:19
If the weather isn't great, we will still go ahead, unless it is appalling weather.
It is important that if the training is hard, then the rest is easy. Wear rain gear.......
According to the forecast I saw earlier today, the wet weather is supposed to come tomorrow night, so fingers crossed....

Tricia1000
Definitely keen. What if the weather is crap (as supposedly forecast)? If it's on regardless, I'll still be happy to come.

PrincessBandit
7th January 2012, 12:16
Haha, only got your text once I'd pulled up outside the office wondering why it all looked quiet! It's hard to tell just how bad the weather has to get before things are cancelled/postponed, and although the rain was pretty well set-in when I left Manurewa I thought it might still have been ok up your way.

Had a coffee at the Windmill shop then headed back home. The weather was a good test for my wet weather gear (kathmandu over- jacket and pants, which must be at least 5 years old already). Despite the over gear getting drenched my leathers were still pretty dry by the time I got home. Good to know my gear still has some life left in it! :yes:
Not sure if I can make next weekend, will have to check.

p.s. got plenty of low-speed riding practice between going round a nose-to-tail in Orewa and the congested traffic on the motorway, especially approaching the harbour bridge southbound.

Tricia1000
13th January 2012, 21:22
Hi there,
Having a BHS session at Massey in Albany on Sunday. Taking bookings for that.
Whilst I am down there, I might as well do another slow speed controls session. this course is $50 for two hours, so well worth it. (Thanks ACC)Imagine being able to move away, and approach lights and intersections with absolute full control, and stability. Nothing worse than seeing a motorcyclist in slow moving traffic, doing a Fred Flinstone impersonation............ Plus, it will help sooo much with your execution of the dreaded U-Turn on the test.......

If interested, let me know ASAP. First come, first served.
Tricia1000
Roadcraft School of Motorcycling Ltd.,
www.rcsom.co.nz
021 2693246
p.s. got plenty of low-speed riding practice between going round a nose-to-tail in Orewa and the congested traffic on the motorway, especially approaching the harbour bridge southbound.[/QUOTE]