Cancer Society Ride Relay Saturday 3 March 2012

[Maha]

Date: Saturday March 3rd 2012.
YES ON MOTORBIKES.

I want your help in making this event happen and to be successful.
Some of you will know, Tony Mills (ynot slow) is dealing with Terminal Cancer at the moment.
He is the inspiration behind this Ride Relay. (non stop)
Tony knows about this ride, the Cancer Society know about this ride, they are both are really happy to help in anyway they can.
March 3rd 2012. Is the date that the Cancer Society will be holding a 24 hr walk/run relay on the North Shore to raise money. (Nationally on other dates)

http://www.relayforlife.org.nz/event/event?EventID=128

A group of us will have a team entered in that event on the day.
A Baton Ride Relay will commence from Wellington to the North Shore at the Millennium Institute of Sport & Health Antares Place Mairangi Bay Auckland ...(not asking for any fund raising) on the date mentioned. Saturday March 3rd 2012.
Start time 7am
PM’s were sent out last night to twelve people who I would like to be the Baton Buddy’s
The response so far from those pm's have been amazing..
Each and everyone of you can ride as much or as little as you want on the day.
Paul (Paul in NZ) will kick things off from Wellington.
The Batons will split at Sanson, one heading North West to the Taranaki.
The other will head East to Palmerston North and onto the Hawkes Bay.
We will get the batons to you.
All official in accordance with the Cancer Society. They are behind this 100%

Something Maureen Miller from The Cancer Society said in her email.
''My Dad was a motorbike enthusiast, in his later years he used to ride down on his old Matchie to the vintage get together in Pukekohe. Think one of his biggest thrills was when he got to ride the Isle of Man TT circuit on the back of a distant cousins BMW. As a child I got to know places like Cust and Wanganui well''
She is over the moon with the idea of this ride.

Remember, this ride is something we can all do for Tony.
More info will be added when I think of it.
Any question? Feel free to ask, if I can answer them, I will.

Mark.

[Maha]

Baton Carriers.

*Closer to the time, make sure you have a contact number of the baton receiver ahead of you.*

Paul (Paul in NZ) - Wellington
Al (86GSXR) - Pamerston North
Barry (DogsnBikes) - Wanganui
John (MSTRS) - Napier
Steve (Katman) - Taupo
Marty (Martybabe) - New Plymouth
Kerry (kb_SF1) - Hamilton
Alan (Gremlin) - Everywhere...I can support the guys on the day, for the entire trip.
John (NZ Sarge) - Danniverke
Bill (Sinfull) - Horowhenua

*THE BATONS*
A couple of members have had the same idea about the Batons and I will leave that up to them to sort out.
More on that in the New Year...:msn-wink:

Those that carry the Baton will decide the route they will take to get the Baton to the next carrier.
Also, keep in touch with the person ahead that they are handing it over to (via text/call etc)
The person ahead will need to know an estimated time of arrival, and place for the hand over.
The hand over point can be appointed by the person ahead.

[The Everlasting]

Great,is there anything anyone else can do? To help out I mean.

[iYRe]

this is a bike relay right? If so, I will give it a go..

If its a pedal bike relay, I'll give it a go..

if its running.. hmm.. cant :P

[Maha]

Great,is there anything anyone else can do? To help out I mean.

Get in and support the Baton carriers where possible.
Anyone and everone is encouraged to ride along..the whole way if thats your thing?
I will get down country on the day and meet up with the bits of wood somewhere.

[Phreak]

I'm confused about the dates...? But definitely keen to be a part of this!!!

(Isn't the 12th a monday?)

[Maha]

I'm confused about the dates...? But definitely keen to be a part of this!!!
March 3rd....where did the 12th come from?:wacko:

[Phreak]

Lol was wondering about that! :lol:

[iYRe]

ps, I'm in AK and can possibly get 2-3 more (but cant get them to confirm until closer to the date)

[Paul in NZ]

Its an absolute privilege to help out with this...

Any welly people want to join me riding wellie to Kapiti - please let me know!

[Edbear]

My Suzuki not a bike but the Bears would be keen to be a part of it if we can tag along either in the Kizashi or the MX5 for a bit. We'll keep in touch and see how things develop between now and then. Do pass on to Tony our love and concern. It was nice to meet him when he visited with you!

[Mom]

Its an absolute privilege to help out with this...

Any welly people want to join me riding wellie to Kapiti - please let me know!

Good on you Paul.

I was mad enough to suggest we walked for Tony, now look what has happened :sunny:

I can see this one being a biggie, lets hope that fat bugger Tony is still well enough to hold my hand on the last lap, I may well need his help :lol:

[ckai]

Dead keen as well. I've let slofox know and I'll have a talk to our boss and some others at the company (http://www.novahealth.co.nz) and see if we can get a decent group. This is so what we're in too. In fact, I'd be bloody disappointed if we couldn't get at least 4 bikes from work alone.

[Maha]

My Suzuki not a bike but the Bears would be keen to be a part of it if we can tag along either in the Kizashi or the MX5 for a bit. We'll keep in touch and see how things develop between now and then. Do pass on to Tony our love and concern. It was nice to meet him when he visited with you!

Just been talking to him on the phone...he's a bloody dagg mate...in good spirits and always got time for a laugh.

Dead keen as well. I've let slofox know and I'll have a talk to our boss and some others at the company (http://www.novahealth.co.nz) and see if we can get a decent group. This is so what we're in too. In fact, I'd be bloody disappointed if we couldn't get at least 4 bikes from work alone.

Really appretiate that ckai...
Post two is where to look for updates..its early days but I will endevour to nut things out so that everyone are clear on what they can expect.

[86GSXR]

What an awesome idea, huge respect to you Mark and Anne and to all others who will be involved.

I've just dropped the man himself at his Mum's, a lovely lady, in Wanga's and I'd like to pay tribute to Tony and the incredible attitude he is displaying toward this latest and cruelest turn of events. His strength and courage are nothing short of amazing and his sense of humour is in fine flight. This is the strength that has taken him this far and which will ensure he will never be beaten.

Total respect to you Tony :hug:

[Mom]

What an awesome idea, huge respect to you Mark and Anne and to all others who will be involved.

I've just dropped the man himself at his Mum's, a lovely lady, in Wanga's and I'd like to pay tribute to Tony and the incredible attitude he is displaying toward this latest and cruelest turn of events. His strength and courage are nothing short of amazing and his sense of humour is in fine flight. This is the strength that has taken him this far and which will ensure he will never be beaten.

Total respect to you Tony :hug:

Greaser!

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[MD]

If following the Natalie Murphy story doesn't break your heart, then you see this news. Ynot Slow was yet another faceless name we all shared comments with on this forum, but to hear this is just...sad.

[iYRe]

Ok, on motorbikes :P

Can you also explain what you would like us to do - I imagine we can ride with the baton holders for some of the way?
What else can we do?

(I've read through the site and your post and its not entirely clear to me what is going on... add to that a 3 week old baby and no sleep and you see my problem)

[Maha]

Ok, on motorbikes :P

Can you also explain what you would like us to do - I imagine we can ride with the baton holders for some of the way?
What else can we do?

(I've read through the site and your post and its not entirely clear to me what is going on... add to that a 3 week old baby and no sleep and you see my problem)

The fine tuning has yet to be attended to...I know what I want to happen but I have not heard from all those that I have pm about it so until then...what you read is the nutshell version...I only came up with the idea yesterday so I beleive I have done pretty well thus far.
In good time, the detailed version shall emerge.:2thumbsup

[nathanwhite]

ok, so if i'm reading this right there are two events.

1) The 24 hour relay at mt smart stadium which mom is organising
2) The relay from welly to auck incorporating a different set or riders operating at the same time.

am I right or am I finally going crazy?

[Maha]

ok, so if i'm reading this right there are two events.

1) The 24 hour relay at mt smart stadium which mom is organising
2) The relay from welly to auck incorporating a different set or riders operating at the same time.

am I right or am I finally going crazy?

Mostly correct..the 24 hour event is on the North Shore but the rest is right.

[iYRe]

cool, well, i'd be keen to ride from hami to ak with the baton carrier or something.. can probably organise a few people to come with me as well..

[ynot slow]

You bastards,bloody hell I am humbled nearly in tears with pride and awe,be neat to travel with the batten and meet the great and some unknown generous,wonderful,kind people,am open to suggestions if this can be done,turn it into a piss trip even lol.

Am amazed,sounds stupid but could someone arrange and keep these threads for me,would love to have a record at my funeral to express my grattitude to you all,my girls would love a momento of my othherside hehe,unsure how this could be done,but the couple of threads started for the ideas for relay and this would be welcomed.

And after speaking with Mom,Maha,MSTRS,Yungatart and 86 GSXR I am lucky to have people like you guys in my life,sadly way to bloody short in cases,but it's the quality of person not the time I cherish.Words really do stump me.And that is really a rare thing,am humbled,proud,priviledged and in awe of the true feelings shown in a short time,merry xmas to all,give your loved ones a hug.

Ann mum says thanks for hug,was plenty to give,hugging peoplel will be the death of me yet,and not even new years eve yet heaps of hugs and kisses lol.

[Maha]

Pleasure is all ours Tony...we are the ones that are have had our lives enriched by the mere fact that you have been in them.

We will be away for a few days...back on Tuesday.
I will give the logistics of this ride some thought while we are away and hopefully, when I get back I will some clear idea of how it will pan out..
Basically....someone takes a bit of wood and rides up/across country and gives it the next bloke....where it/they will finally arrive in Auckland sometime later that day..all in the name of Tony Mills and some arse thing called Cancer:2thumbsup

[martybabe]

Lol was wondering about that! :lol:

:lol: I believe the rough plan is you're taking the baton from me somewhere north of Taranaki on the third of March, I don't mind waiting around for you bud but I ain't gonna hang around till the twelfth. :lol:




Pleasure is all ours Tony...we are the ones that are have had our lives enriched by the mere fact that you have been in them.

thumbsup

Ain't that the truth. Thanks for getting this off the ground Mark, it's a bloody good cause and as good Bastards go Tony is right up there for me, it's an honour to be involved even in a small way plus I get to ride, win win. :apint:

[Mom]

hugging peoplel will be the death of me yet.

Funny you should say that. I just looked at that song that Matt has written and said to Mark, poor old Tony will be loved to death at this rate :2thumbsup

Happy Christmas Tony, hope you have a fantastic day.

[Paul in NZ]

THIS is the sort of shit that makes you glad to be a motorcyclist or proud to be a decent human being.

We will sort the details after christmas (of course) but this better be one friggin epic batton guys to hold all the love eh?

Merry Christmas folks.... Hold hard to your family and your loved ones eh! End of the day its all there is....

[The Singing Chef]

Funny you should say that. I just looked at that song that Matt has written and said to Mark, poor old Tony will be loved to death at this rate :2thumbsup

Happy Christmas Tony, hope you have a fantastic day.

:bash: Was supposed to be a surprise Mom :oi-grr: Oh well, did you like it?

[MSTRS]

You bastards,bloody hell I am humbled nearly in tears with pride and awe,be neat to travel with the batten and meet the great and some unknown generous,wonderful,kind people,am open to suggestions if this can be done,turn it into a piss trip even lol.

Am amazed,sounds stupid but could someone arrange and keep these threads for me,would love to have a record at my funeral to express my grattitude to you all,my girls would love a momento of my othherside hehe,unsure how this could be done,but the couple of threads started for the ideas for relay and this would be welcomed.

And after speaking with Mom,Maha,MSTRS,Yungatart and 86 GSXR I am lucky to have people like you guys in my life,sadly way to bloody short in cases,but it's the quality of person not the time I cherish.Words really do stump me.And that is really a rare thing,am humbled,proud,priviledged and in awe of the true feelings shown in a short time,merry xmas to all,give your loved ones a hug.

Ann mum says thanks for hug,was plenty to give,hugging peoplel will be the death of me yet,and not even new years eve yet heaps of hugs and kisses lol.
Stop it, already. You're upsetting us. And the BDOTGNZA would like to register it's disapproval of the spelling and punctuation.
See you on Monday, mate.

[ynot slow]

Stop it, already. You're upsetting us. And the BDOTGNZA would like to register it's disapproval of the spelling and punctuation.
See you on Monday, mate.

Hard to imagine I was good at spelling in school eh,and what's the worst the BDOTGNZA can do expel me,huh.

I will say this many times till I die,many many thanks,there is/are many more folks way worse off than myself,many have no family or friends to call on,I am lucky,yes I am ill and dying,yes I will stillfight my skinny(now)arse off,yes I am so impressed and humbled by the love and respect shown,and no am not scared of death,just think the reason for my crap is in this thread.

Actually it is in some way embaressing the attention I am getting here,but also is a good way for me and you guys to share the love of bikes and comradeship 2 wheels invokes,I am so looking forward to boxing day,been 30 yrs since last been,and man with the situation I am boing to enjoy.

[MSTRS]

...there is/are many more folks way worse off than myself,many have no family or friends to call on...

It's all relative. As determined by attitude.
And if attitude really could trump serious situations, you'd be a fat bastard and see us all in a box first...:killingme

[yungatart]

Hard to imagine I was good at spelling in school eh,and what's the worst the BDOTGNZA can do expel me,huh.

I'd believe lots of things about you, Tony, but that is just stretching things a bit far, don't you think?
Have you met The Venerable Mr Hitcher yet? His capabilities are legendary.


Actually it is in some way embaressing the attention I am getting here,but also is a good way for me and you guys to share the love of bikes and comradeship 2 wheels invokes,I am so looking forward to boxing day,been 30 yrs since last been,and man with the situation I am boing to enjoy.

Bring on Boxing Day...you can boing all you want, although I am not sure I want to be a part of that.

[Nasty]

Its an absolute privilege to help out with this...

Any welly people want to join me riding wellie to Kapiti - please let me know!

Methinks that I will be there to ride with you paul!

[MadDuck]

I am so looking forward to boxing day

I will be seeking you in the crowd....just dont stand side on or I will never find you :wacko:

[ynot slow]

I will be seeking you in the crowd....just dont stand side on or I will never find you :wacko:

Look for mankini lol,nah will be fun.

Supposed to be going,brain is going mad.

[Grant`]

I will be seeking you in the crowd....just dont stand side on or I will never find you :wacko:

Will keep eye out for both of you :-)

[ynot slow]

Today just got perfect,sitting at mums laxing out in sun,went to get a few groceries for me,ice cream,yogurts,chocolate,all the goodies,was doing crossword.My auntie rang mum,and heard a car come up the drive,thought it was neighbour son,but an ugly mug of my brother came into the room,he and wife had driven up from Gore to Wanganui.

So we are going to do cemetary circuit as well,this is best xmas ever for me,the perfect way to celebrate life.

[Newbi]

Today just got perfect,sitting at mums laxing out in sun,went to get a few groceries for me,ice cream,yogurts,chocolate,all the goodies,was doing crossword.My auntie rang mum,and heard a car come up the drive,thought it was neighbour son,but an ugly mug of my brother came into the room,he and wife had driven up from Gore to Wanganui.

So we are going to do cemetary circuit as well,this is best xmas ever for me,the perfect way to celebrate life.

That's fantastic, what an awesome surprise. Have a wonderful Christmas xoxoxxox

[ynot slow]

That's fantastic, what an awesome surprise. Have a wonderful Christmas xoxoxxox

Is strange too,my absolute best thing to happen to me with them arriving,and sadly my last,and I feel priviledged.I am not sad at all,the joy of hugging him was amazing,we are close,and more so since my first bout of cancer,he would do anything to help,and I would in the same boat.

[Grant`]

Some new bike mags coming for everyones viewing pleasure

http://imgur.com/a/rhkfp

[Edbear]

Is strange too,my absolute best thing to happen to me with them arriving,and sadly my last,and I feel priviledged.I am not sad at all,the joy of hugging him was amazing,we are close,and more so since my first bout of cancer,he would do anything to help,and I would in the same boat.

It's hard to stump me for words, mate, but... :hug:

[Maha]

Baton Carriers:

The batons are now going to be something special...not just a bit of 40mm broom handle.:rolleyes:
A couple of members have had the same idea about the Batons and I will leave that up to them to sort out.
More on that in the New year...:niceone:

But...(this part has been added to post #2)
Those that carry the Baton will decide the route they take to get the Baton to the next carrier.
Also, keep in touch with the person ahead that they are handing it over to (via text/call etc)
The person ahead will need to know an estimated time of arrival, and place for the hand over.
The hand over point can be appointed by the person ahead.

Paul (Paul in NZ) will start the day off in Wellington..start time and place TBC but Wellington Motorcycles is sounding good at this early stage.
Paul (and those who are with him) will take the Batons up the coast to Bill (sinful) who will then take them through to Sanson where they will be handed over to Barry (Dogs) and Al (86GSXR)..The two Batons will then go thier seperate ways then, one heading east and one heading west.

The final schedule will be posted in post #2 in the New Year.

[ynot slow]

Un fucken believable,on behalf of all people effected by cancer this is humbling for sure.The cause is good(cancer society)but it's like this is a crusade to enjoy and I am truly in awe of the comradeship shown by people here and in my life.

[Maha]

Un fucken believable,on behalf of all people effected by cancer this is humbling for sure.The cause is good(cancer society)but it's like this is a crusade to enjoy and I am truly in awe of the comradeship shown by people here and in my life.

...whats humbling about it Tony is, the response.
We have messages from people who want to and will get in and support this (and the walk relay on the North Shore) ...from those that have not even met you.
All to late to show someone what you mean to them once they are gone...to get a chance (and with your blessing) to do it while that person is still around is something most would think about after the fact.
The Cape Ride was part of your bucket list...you have now been there and done that.
I remember coming to find you and to see if you were ok?
You were in your unit...and I think you said ''How can you not be in awe of this place''?
You were just taking a few moments for yourself looking out over Cable bay.
I left ya to soak it all in.

[Gremlin]

Once you have a route in mind (I presume you want the batons to link up again, probably north of Taupo), let me know which one you want me to follow. I played with routes a couple of times, and they will differ by about 100km, depending on how easily they link up - Te Kuiti probably looks the most likely?

[Maha]

Once you have a route in mind (I presume you want the batons to link up again, probably north of Taupo), let me know which one you want me to follow. I played with routes a couple of times, and they will differ by about 100km, depending on how easily they link up - Te Kuiti probably looks the most likely?

Those that carry the Baton will decide the route they take to get the Baton to the next carrier.

I dont know how far say, Steve (Katman) will want to take it from Taupo, but yeah, Te Kuiti seems most likely.
This is where it will get a tad trickey, linking them up again at around the same time.
Marty and Steve could probably text ahead to whoever is in Te Kuiti
I guess whoever has them last, and will get them to Hamilton, does the same, text ahead...I will most likely be there at this stage.
ckai from Hamiltons LOR's had his finger on it for a moment...will wait and see whats happening in the Waikato area.



Where is whoever anyway?:confused:

[Mom]

Nice work people. I am very impressed that a small idea to raise a bit of money in support of Tony and his journey with cancer, has been so well supported and has morphed into something really special. I love how these things take on a life of their own once the seed is sown.

Hey Tony! Check it out mate, top effort for a top bloke :yes:

[NONONO]

Hey, Just jumped back on KB..Luverly idea Mom and Mr Mom.. will be there, somewhere, probably not Te Kuiti...then again.....:msn-wink:

[iYRe]

actually.. i work for a radio station, some of whose employee's other than myself ride... closer to the day I might be able to get a bit of air time (it is a religious broadcaster, but hey..)

[dogsnbikes]

Date: Saturday March 3rd 2012.
YES ON MOTORBIKES.

I want your help in making this event happen and to be successful.

More than Happy too help,We will be riding all the way and have some friends keen too just ride some of the way,will see you on the 25th Feb too.

[oscarnz]

We (Pauly and I) will meet up at Sanson and ride with the Baton carrier thru to the Bay.
Awesome idea for an awesome guy.

[Maha]

Hey, Just jumped back on KB..Luverly idea Mom and Mr Mom.. will be there, somewhere, probably not Te Kuiti...then again.....:msn-wink:

Good on ya three no's..will catch up with you on the day somewhere.

actually.. i work for a radio station, some of whose employee's other than myself ride... closer to the day I might be able to get a bit of air time (it is a religious broadcaster, but hey..)

...any media coverage for this event can only be a good thing.

More than Happy too help,We will be riding all the way and have some friends keen too just ride some of the way,will see you on the 25th Feb too.

Thanks Barry...your NP contact is Marty, hes another wonderful bastard.

[Mom]

Hey,.....:msn-wink:

Hi FIVE!!!!


actually.. i work for a radio station, some of whose employee's other than myself ride... closer to the day I might be able to get a bit of air time (it is a religious broadcaster, but hey..)

Nothing wrong with a bit of religion you know. You might be surprised just how much of that there is around really :rofl:


More than Happy too help,We will be riding all the way and have some friends keen too just ride some of the way,will see you on the 25th Feb too.

Does that mean you get to rub my blisters for me? Be cool to hug you :yes:


hes another wonderful bastard.

I sometimes wonder what I did to be surrounded by such wonderful bastards as I have in my life :love:

[iYRe]

Nothing wrong with a bit of religion you know. You might be surprised just how much of that there is around really :rofl:

Its all good... just gotta make people aware incase they think its newstalkZB or the rock or something :P

I cant promise anything.. but you never know..

(fwiw, its Radio Rhema, LifeFM and ShineTV)

[ynot slow]

The damn hugging of you lot will kill me,but an awesome way to die,had visit from hospice nurse today,another chapter in life,was good to get an idea on how they work services wise,and for family.

And I have created another kiwibiker namely the bestest brother you could have,he goes by the
(un)original name of ynotslow bro,kind of neat that I will live on lol.:laugh::laugh::Punk::woohoo:

[tnarg]

If you need any help with organising let me know. More than keen to help.

[The Singing Chef]

Its all good... just gotta make people aware incase they think its newstalkZB or the rock or something :P

I cant promise anything.. but you never know..

(fwiw, its Radio Rhema, LifeFM and ShineTV)

all good stations! !

[Maha]

The damn hugging of you lot will kill me,but an awesome way to die,had visit from hospice nurse today,another chapter in life,was good to get an idea on how they work services wise,and for family.

And I have created another kiwibiker namely the bestest brother you could have,he goes by the
(un)original name of ynotslow bro,kind of neat that I will live on lol.:laugh::laugh::Punk::woohoo:


And hes from Gore :confused: http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/member.php/34493-Ynot-slowbro
Just a thought...make sure you give your logon details to your daughter/s.

[ynot slow]

And hes from Gore :confused: http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/member.php/34493-Ynot-slowbro
Just a thought...make sure you give your logon details to your daughter/s.

Unbeknown too me he logged on,well he is proud owner of said gixxer.And my daughters want my f/b log in to haunt people lol,at least Garry can keep you informed.

[chanceyy]

going to have to try for a shift swap, as due to work that sat and away the following .. will see what I can arrange Tony, but will see you on the 25th :)

[Rehab]

Just realised (as ya do at 2am) that I wasn't getting updates from here coz I PM'd Maha with my RSVP and offer of help rather than posted. Anywaaaaaaay, my intention is to ride the whole thing too and keep the baton chaps and chapettes company. Will head south on the 2nd so anyone from Auck or points south heading to Welly is welcome to join me. Then we can turn around and come back!
Looking forward to meeting you Tony - these buggers sure have talked you up! Take care man.
Braeden

[ynot slow]

Look forward to meeting you Braeden,these guys hhave talked me up to an almost super hero,the heros are you guys doing this for all cancer sufferers.

[Maha]

Just realised (as ya do at 2am) that I wasn't getting updates from here coz I PM'd Maha with my RSVP and offer of help rather than posted. Anywaaaaaaay, my intention is to ride the whole thing too and keep the baton chaps and chapettes company. Will head south on the 2nd so anyone from Auck or points south heading to Welly is welcome to join me. Then we can turn around and come back!
Looking forward to meeting you Tony - these buggers sure have talked you up! Take care man.
Braeden

Top effort Braeden, Alan (Gemlin) is also doing the whole ride,he is from Auckland but will probably ride down early in the morning and ride back knowing him. Paul (Paul in NZ) is the one to contact or watch out for on here, he will the start the ride off in Wellington..
Barry (DogsnBikes) is doing the whole ride as well so you can choose which way to go at Sanson where the two Batons will part company.

Mark

[iYRe]

I will probably pick up the ride in hamilton if that's possible, and escort to AK

[Maha]

I will probably pick up the ride in hamilton if that's possible, and escort to AK

Me also...closer to the day, a meet up point will be posted for those that want to to do the same.

[iYRe]

Me also...closer to the day, a meet up point will be posted for those that want to to do the same.

cool.. would you be available for an radio/tv interview some time, if I can organise it? (no promises.. I'm just the IT guy)

[Gremlin]

Top effort Braeden, Alan (Gemlin) is also doing the whole ride,he is from Auckland but will probably ride down early in the morning and ride back knowing him.
:bleh: Nup, I'll be coming up from the south after a week and a half riding the South Island, so I'll make sure I'm in Wellington on the Friday night ready for Saturday morning. Looks like there will be 3 of us, so we can choose who goes with which path until the batons re-join.

[The Singing Chef]

Could you see if they want to make a video about us, if I could get hold of a camera I can go down and up if petrol money is provided and make a full video of the whole thing. :clap:

[iYRe]

if they do something, any footage can be spliced in

[dogsnbikes]

Just realised (as ya do at 2am) that I wasn't getting updates from here coz I PM'd Maha with my RSVP and offer of help rather than posted. Anywaaaaaaay, my intention is to ride the whole thing too and keep the baton chaps and chapettes company. Will head south on the 2nd so anyone from Auck or points south heading to Welly is welcome to join me. Then we can turn around and come back!
Looking forward to meeting you Tony - these buggers sure have talked you up! Take care man.
Braeden

There's 7 spare (3 singles 2 queens) beds and a couple of dble air beds at home if anyone needs a bed on the 2nd (friday night)

[iYRe]

spoke to the news editor, and he thinks its a great story, so we'll be in touch

[ynot slow]

At this point and time I plan to fly WGTN -AKLD friday arvo depend on times so am happy to see if we can meet to give the baton a send off,need to confirm times but happy to work around geting to railway station to meet.

[dogsnbikes]

At this point and time I plan to fly WGTN -AKLD friday arvo depend on times so am happy to see if we can meet to give the baton a send off,need to confirm times but happy to work around geting to railway station to meet.

My Plan Tony is too leave Wgtn on the Friday when the ferry gets in around 6pm,which is opposite the railway station,so could meet up if your still in town I hear flights are cheaper after 7pm:msn-wink:

[Mom]

There's 7 spare (3 singles 2 queens) beds and a couple of dble air beds at home if anyone needs a bed on the 2nd (friday night)

On that note. There are 9 spare here plus plenty of camp matresses etc if anyone wants a nice soft place to crash on the Saturday. I can probably be convinced to cook a bit pot of something so it can be reheated so food wont be a problem.

[Maha]

On that note. There are 9 spare here plus plenty of camp matresses etc if anyone wants a nice soft place to crash on the Saturday. I can probably be convinced to cook a bit pot of something so it can be reheated so food wont be a problem.

The downstairs room is already spoken for...:yes:

[Maha]

spoke to the news editor, and he thinks its a great story, so we'll be in touch

Sounds great, I am waiting for an email reply soon now that most are back at work.

[ynot slow]

My Plan Tony is too leave Wgtn on the Friday when the ferry gets in around 6pm,which is opposite the railway station,so could meet up if your still in town I hear flights are cheaper after 7pm:msn-wink:

Thats good,just sussing out jetstar flights,and ensuring my flight gets into downtown brittomart and connecting buses to nth shore.
Then again looked on a rental car relocation site and thought the option of driving a car/campervan to auckland as well,but would mean leaving friday morning or early afternoon.

[iYRe]

there is a site that has all the "free" rental car drop offs available, but I cant find it.

Basically you just choose your location and destination and the size car you want, and they tell you when there is one that needs delivering. They pay for gas, ferries, insurance etc.

[Paul in NZ]

Ok - just a tad confused..... (its easily done)

Are we saying the rides leaving wellie on friday evening now??? Thats no problem - I just kinda need to know :2thumbsup

I'll start thinking about making some batons this week as well.... :wacko:

[Maha]

Ok - just a tad confused..... (its easily done)

Are we saying the rides leaving wellie on friday evening now??? Thats no problem - I just kinda need to know :2thumbsup

I'll start thinking about making some batons this week as well.... :wacko:

No.. Saturday Paul, the bigger details I will deal with, the finer details will be left up to the Baton Carriers.
You choose the start point and time and I will add it to post 1.
Then the other Baton Carriers can think about change over times etc.

[Rehab]

There's 7 spare (3 singles 2 queens) beds and a couple of dble air beds at home if anyone needs a bed on the 2nd (friday night)

I've had a bit of a rethink. I've decided that Auck to Welly in one day is a bit far to then turn around and come back. Christchurch to Wellington is an easy one day ride though, so I'm going to move down there prior to the beginning of March and ride in that direction. Guess the flaw in that plan is that I'll have to go back the other way as well, but I'll try not to focus on that for now.

If there's any extra value or exposure to be gained by having the baton do Chch to Welly on the Friday I can organise that. Barry can you pencil me in for a bed on the Friday night please? Cheers!

[Rehab]

On that note. There are 9 spare here plus plenty of camp matresses etc if anyone wants a nice soft place to crash on the Saturday. I can probably be convinced to cook a bit pot of something so it can be reheated so food wont be a problem.

Oh, and now that I won't live in Auckland, can you pencil me in for a bed on Sat too please?

And you're gonna cook a bit of pot? :confused: Hot knives or cookies? Think I'll just have a beer but each to their own....

[Maha]

Oh, and now that I won't live in Auckland, can you pencil me in for a bed on Sat too please?

And you're gonna cook a bit of pot? :confused: Hot knives or cookies? Think I'll just have a beer but each to their own....

I think thats ...a Big Pot of something...;)
After a big day on the road you can have the princess bed...:rockon:
You still on for the Taupo ride though?

[dogsnbikes]

I've had a bit of a rethink. I've decided that Auck to Welly in one day is a bit far to then turn around and come back. Christchurch to Wellington is an easy one day ride though, so I'm going to move down there prior to the beginning of March and ride in that direction. Guess the flaw in that plan is that I'll have to go back the other way as well, but I'll try not to focus on that for now.

If there's any extra value or exposure to be gained by having the baton do Chch to Welly on the Friday I can organise that. Barry can you pencil me in for a bed on the Friday night please? Cheers!

Done

Oh if your coming up from CHCH get the 2pm sailing from picton on the 2nd,I'm working on that one

[Maha]

Done

Oh if your coming up from CHCH get the 2pm sailing from picton on the 2nd,I'm working on that one

Yes Chef!....:2thumbsup

[Rehab]

I think thats ...a Big Pot of something...;)
After a big day on the road you can have the princess bed...:rockon:
You still on for the Taupo ride though?

I've got my fingers crossed that the bed is called that because it has a princess in it....:drool: Wishful thinking?

Definitely still on for Taupo! Won't move before that.

[Maha]

I am now thinking I will ride down further than Hamilton. Maybe go meet up with Marty/Barry and whoever else is coming from the Western States.

[blue rider]

On that note. There are 9 spare here plus plenty of camp matresses etc if anyone wants a nice soft place to crash on the Saturday. I can probably be convinced to cook a bit pot of something so it can be reheated so food wont be a problem.

i am booking the princess room, and will help cooking because we will need food after all of that exercise , and drinks, drinks are much importante.

[Maha]

I think thats ...a Big Pot of something...;)
After a big day on the road you can have the princess bed...:rockon:
You still on for the Taupo ride though?


i am booking the princess room, and will help cooking because we will need food after all of that exercise , and drinks, drinks are much importante.

Could be interesting.....;)

[Rehab]

Could be interesting.....;)

So if it didn't contain a princess before, it does now? Woooooop :woohoo:

[Grant`]

I am going to have to regretfully pull out of this.

Just been messaged by the 2 guys who are coming from overseas to tour on bikes that I promised a room and also a tiki tour of up North to on that weekend.

Knew I had something on around then but couldn't remember what it was. I will be there with my thoughts though. :pinch:

[Maha]

I am going to have to regretfully pull out of this.

Just been messaged by the 2 guys who are coming from overseas to tour on bikes that I promised a room and also a tiki tour of up North to on that weekend.

Knew I had something on around then but couldn't remember what it was. I will be there with my thoughts though. :pinch:

...thoughts.......and money!..we have been given an account number by the organisers that will be added to both threads.

[Grant`]

...thoughts.......and money!..we have been given an account number by the organisers that will be added to both threads.

Theres always a catch! :gob:

Suppose i can stump up some money for it :whistle:

[Mom]

I have lost the last 2 attempts to reply so hopefully this works. The reply is not as witty :weep:



Oh, and now that I won't live in Auckland, can you pencil me in for a bed on Sat too please?

And you're gonna cook a bit of pot? :confused: Hot knives or cookies? Think I'll just have a beer but each to their own....

Big pot of good, yummy food for travellers that need a feed of solid stuff. I am not home, I am going to be walking, walking, walking...


Could be interesting.....;)

They can fight over it on Sunday night :lol:


i am booking the princess room, and will help cooking because we will need food after all of that exercise , and drinks, drinks are much importante.

Yes, yes, on Sunday you can cook and drink. Take Monday off work I am going to :yes: I think I am going to be more in need of a foot massage on Sunday myself, I hope to hell this poxy boot is gone by then. Mind you, as a contingency I have talked to my physio about how I can manage this with a broken ankle :pinch:

[blue rider]

Yes, yes, on Sunday you can cook and drink. Take Monday off work I am going to :yes: I think I am going to be more in need of a foot massage on Sunday myself, I hope to hell this poxy boot is gone by then. Mind you, as a contingency I have talked to my physio about how I can manage this with a broken ankle :pinch:

whut you mean no drinking and eating on friday.....you are so cruel :oi-grr:

yep already took leave....will have to work late :brick:, and as for your participation on the walkathon......we could put you on a skateboard thingy and have you pulled, this way you will be in motion at all times.....:sweatdrop

[Mom]

whut you mean no drinking and eating on friday.....you are so cruel :oi-grr:

yep already took leave....will have to work late :brick:, and as for your participation on the walkathon......we could put you on a skateboard thingy and have you pulled, this way you will be in motion at all times.....:sweatdrop

Now you are scaring me :eek5:

[Grant`]

Now you are scaring me :eek5:

Nek Minnit :crazy:

[The Singing Chef]

Nek Minnit :crazy:

White sauce for dinner :wacko:

[Grant`]

White sauce for dinner :wacko:

Could be Methane_birds, Blue Rider & the Singing Chef sharing the Princess Bed :yes:

[The Singing Chef]

Could be Methane_birds, Blue Rider & the Singing Chef sharing the Princess Bed :yes:

Hahaha we shall fight to the white sauc......wait hold on a sec....

[Grant`]

Hahaha we shall fight to the white sauc......wait hold on a sec....

Nek Minnit :pinch:

Anyway off topic, will get the slap down so will shut up now :sweatdrop

[The Singing Chef]

Nek Minnit :pinch:

Anyway off topic, will get the slap down so will shut up now :sweatdrop

I swear I am the only one that can degenerate a thread so fast... got to stop drinking and posting...

[ynot slow]

Can i book a couch guys,was thinking its a bit hard getting battens to North Shore for start if 10.00am or 11.00am but this doesn't start till 4pm.So might see if can fly saturday early,but unsure,more likely get mid friday afternoon flight.

[Gremlin]

Hey Maha, one other thing. I'll be leaving Auckland on Wednesday 22nd February, in the morning, to head to Picton by evening. If you want me to take batons (assuming they're not large) down at the same time, happy to drop off in Wellington somewhere that afternoon before jumping on the ferry.

I'll be at Paeroa during the weekend prior, as well... if that helps for passing batons to me.

[Mom]

Can i book a couch guys,was thinking its a bit hard getting battens to North Shore for start if 10.00am or 11.00am but this doesn't start till 4pm.So might see if can fly saturday early,but unsure,more likely get mid friday afternoon flight.

We will just chuck you in the princess bed as well Tony, you dont take up too much room :love:

[Maha]

Hey Maha, one other thing. I'll be leaving Auckland on Wednesday 22nd February, in the morning, to head to Picton by evening. If you want me to take batons (assuming they're not large) down at the same time, happy to drop off in Wellington somewhere that afternoon before jumping on the ferry.

I'll be at Paeroa during the weekend prior, as well... if that helps for passing batons to me.

The Batons are being organised in Wellington by Paul.

[ynot slow]

Well this still blows me away,told a hospice lady who visited us to give options,also another victim of the curse I know,both were truly moved at the GREAT network of bikers who WANT to help a person/s they hardly know.They said they're admiration is now changing towards guys/girls on bikes lol,I said just please take another look when in your cars for us.:scooter:

My mum says thank you to you all,from bottom of her heart,she now understands the community I call my second family.:yes:

So to all involved keep the weekend of SATURDAY 25th February free for my way(and families way)of saying THANKS by coming to my piss up under TARANAKI on this thread,I want to meet the ones who are still to be met,and HUG the ones who I have and will have to write a speech me thinks,not off the cuff,so many to thank,and believe me thank you is a small word,but inspires me each and every day.

[Paul in NZ]

I don’t think you should over think this mate….

When its all said and done and despite all the squabbling over our minor differences we all have a lot in common. One of the things we all share is a secret fear that we too might have to deal with a similar situation and that we will not be able to cope with it in the same admirable fashion. Despite all the bravado and extravagant risk taking there still exists a healthy fear of our own mortality and an admiration beyond all for someone who can face down this with humility and dignity.

I’ve had a tiny brush with cancer myself. I was lucky, it was found early and all I lost was half a testicle. Unfortunately, partly due to diabetes (type 1) and partly due to bad luck I did pick up a post op infection which made me a sick as I’d ever want to be thanks! But that’s not the point – the point is for a short while I was faced with fear and frankly on a few deep dark nights I fell to bits in a very unpretty fashion. God only knows how you are coping with a certainty rather than just a fear which was what unmanned me. In other words while I have not travelled the road you are on my friend I’ve seen the intersection and that scared the living shit out of me!

Now the temptation is to fell some pressure of expectation from what I’m saying. Ie live up to the role! That’s simply not the case. This is what it is and will be what it will be. Its different for everyone and no matter what happens from here on in you have my respect and admiration – that’s why I’m going to do what is essentially a very small thing in the hope that somehow some kind of show of solidarity makes a difference when nothing else will…

Now – these blimmin batons…..

Hmmmm I’m thinking 500mm long PVC pipe with a closed end and a removable end so messages can be inserted into them. I’ll try and sus a marker pen so the riders can record handover times etc on them. (open to other suggestions as well but remember they need to be light enough to carry and big enough to hold messages)

[blue rider]

We will just chuck you in the princess bed as well Tony, you dont take up too much room :love:

grouphug.......:sunny:

[Maha]

I don’t think you should over think this mate….

When its all said and done and despite all the squabbling over our minor differences we all have a lot in common. One of the things we all share is a secret fear that we too might have to deal with a similar situation and that we will not be able to cope with it in the same admirable fashion. Despite all the bravado and extravagant risk taking there still exists a healthy fear of our own mortality and an admiration beyond all for someone who can face down this with humility and dignity.

I’ve had a tiny brush with cancer myself. I was lucky, it was found early and all I lost was half a testicle. Unfortunately, partly due to diabetes (type 1) and partly due to bad luck I did pick up a post op infection which made me a sick as I’d ever want to be thanks! But that’s not the point – the point is for a short while I was faced with fear and frankly on a few deep dark nights I fell to bits in a very unpretty fashion. God only knows how you are coping with a certainty rather than just a fear which was what unmanned me. In other words while I have not travelled the road you are on my friend I’ve seen the intersection and that scared the living shit out of me!

Now the temptation is to fell some pressure of expectation from what I’m saying. Ie live up to the role! That’s simply not the case. This is what it is and will be what it will be. Its different for everyone and no matter what happens from here on in you have my respect and admiration – that’s why I’m going to do what is essentially a very small thing in the hope that somehow some kind of show of solidarity makes a difference when nothing else will…

Now – these blimmin batons…..

Hmmmm I’m thinking 500mm long PVC pipe with a closed end and a removable end so messages can be inserted into them. I’ll try and sus a marker pen so the riders can record handover times etc on them. (open to other suggestions as well but remember they need to be light enough to carry and big enough to hold messages)

Good work Paul...
We will be away from this Saturday till the 30th.
Can I ask of you that ...decisions to be made on this matter be left in your capable hands?
I am sure Barry/Marty/John and Al will help with anything.
I/we have a some other stuff to take care of reguarding this day when we return.

[Paul in NZ]

Good work Paul...
We will be away from this Saturday till the 30th.
Can I ask of you that ...decisions to be made on this matter be left in your capable hands?
I am sure Barry/Marty/John and Al will help with anything.
I/we have a some other stuff to take care of reguarding this day when we return.

Yeah - no worries. I'm going to investigate a few options this week.....

Worst case I'll saw a branch off a tree...... :crazy:

[Gremlin]

Would suggest it's shorter, depending on how each baton carrier would carry it. ie, 500mm probably won't fit inside a top box for example. Messages inside is a really good idea tho!

[Paul in NZ]

Would suggest it's shorter, depending on how each baton carrier would carry it. ie, 500mm probably won't fit inside a top box for example. Messages inside is a really good idea tho!

I was going to make a sling so it could be carried over a shoulder???

[Gremlin]

I was going to make a sling so it could be carried over a shoulder???
I'd be inclined to strap it onto the bike... personally prefer not to have stuff on me that can move around. Sling would want to go across your back (plus adjustable, as some are skinny little fellas).

Again tho, if all the carriers that carry it after you, are happy with slings, then no problem!

[iYRe]

I'd be inclined to strap it onto the bike... personally prefer not to have stuff on me that can move around. Sling would want to go across your back (plus adjustable, as some are skinny little fellas).

Again tho, if all the carriers that carry it after you, are happy with slings, then no problem!

the problem might be those without packracks, sissybars etc who might have somewhere to strap it..

A bit of webbing fed through 2 D link type things, with a simple clip would work. It could then go something like this:

254871

That would go on your back like a backpack and not move around.. and it would be cheap - a coupla bux for the clips for the webbing, coupla D things or loops of some kind, some glue and a coupla bux for the webbing.. all available from yer local "emporium" type place..

Excuse the pic, I got my daughter to draw it.. lol

[Mom]

Excuse the pic, I got my daughter to draw it.. lol
Its ok, I cant see it anyways LOL.

[dogsnbikes]

I was going to make a sling so it could be carried over a shoulder???

I can drop you off a couple of adjustable shoulder straps,at least then battens will fit any size rider

[Rehab]

Saw there had been no posts for a cuppla days so I decided to take some action. I needed to have something to post though, so I have decided not to move to Chch after all. More accurately I have done a bit of sorting and now I don't HAVE to move to Chch!:wings:
I'm pretty bloody stoked to be honest. It means the ride on 2nd/3rd will actually be longer now, but then I only have to travel a very short distance to get home afterwards. Also means I can be in Taranaki on the 25th Feb (assuming you still want me there after you actually meet me Tony - prob about a 20% chance :nono:).
The requests/bookings for beds remains the same though. As I'll be riding further I'm sure that cements my place in the princess bed - although if I have to share with Matt I won't shower first and I'll be wearing all my gear with wet weathers over the top for white sauce "protection" :puke:.
Right, I'm off for a ride coz it's stopped raining for about 5 mins. See yous fullas in Taupo.

In all seriousness, I'm actually happy with a rug on the floor that I have to share with the dog. But I'm allergic to cats.

[Paul in NZ]

I can drop you off a couple of adjustable shoulder straps,at least then battens will fit any size rider

I don't think the straps will be the issue but thanks for the offer.

I've been working on getting some alloy or SS tubing but I guess no ones back at their desks yet to answer emails. I might just have to go out to steel and tube next week myself and find an actual person to talk to ;-)

Then I'll get busy..... well busier, lets not get crazy here......

[iYRe]

By the way, isnt the Westpac Helo run usually about the same time?

[dogsnbikes]

I don't think the straps will be the issue but thanks for the offer.

I've been working on getting some alloy or SS tubing but I guess no ones back at their desks yet to answer emails. I might just have to go out to steel and tube next week myself and find an actual person to talk to ;-)

Then I'll get busy..... well busier, lets not get crazy here......

what size do you want it,I may know where some is

[ynot slow]

This is coming along nicely,couple of things,my piss up is confirmed at Furlong Motor Inn,Waihi Rd Hawera,on main road opposite the racecourse,starting 7.30-8.00pm on the 25th Feb.

Also it looks like I will have to miss this event:cry:my brilliant brother has decided to buy a van from Levin,and his idea is drive it back to Gore when he fininshes a shut down in the naki 28th Feb,and wants myself and dad to travel the South Island and fly back to New Plymouth after doing West Coast,Haast,Milford areas,this is a dilemma but hope you all agree time with family is paramount to me,and I feel as much as I'd give my left testicle to be at Takapuna,at this moment it looks sadly not happening.Rest assured if things change I'll be there with you.

Still looking to be at Taupo though.

[Paul in NZ]

what size do you want it,I may know where some is

Dunno - largish really. Big enough to roll up messages etc to stick inside it so it would need a removable end cap. 50mm?? I was hoping there would be some kind of std plumbing / gas / water type application that had threaded caps etc.

Fall back is still gluing up some PVC pipe as there are shit loads of fittings etc for that.

I have a couple of ideas that will determine length.

One is getting a couple of maps and laminating them, rolling them up and sticking them inside. The baton carrier marks with pen (provided) the route and adds his/her name, dates / times plus a message. Alternately that could be glued to the actual baton?

Also - people accompaning the baton could write something and stick it inside OR write on the outside like you would with a plaster cast? PVC pipe would be ideal for that.

[dogsnbikes]

Dunno - largish really. Big enough to roll up messages etc to stick inside it so it would need a removable end cap. 50mm?? I was hoping there would be some kind of std plumbing / gas / water type application that had threaded caps etc.

Fall back is still gluing up some PVC pipe as there are shit loads of fittings etc for that.

I have a couple of ideas that will determine length.

One is getting a couple of maps and laminating them, rolling them up and sticking them inside. The baton carrier marks with pen (provided) the route and adds his/her name, dates / times plus a message. Alternately that could be glued to the actual baton?

Also - people accompaning the baton could write something and stick it inside OR write on the outside like you would with a plaster cast? PVC pipe would be ideal for that.

I will get hold of Abbo our resident plumber at Tomcc Wanganui and see what he has,

and I will get Melissa to ask their mechanical guys if they can frabicate something,

Maybe looking at something like a scroll too fit inside the battern

will let you know

[Maha]

Dunno - largish really. Big enough to roll up messages etc to stick inside it so it would need a removable end cap. 50mm?? I was hoping there would be some kind of std plumbing / gas / water type application that had threaded caps etc.

Fall back is still gluing up some PVC pipe as there are shit loads of fittings etc for that.

I have a couple of ideas that will determine length.

One is getting a couple of maps and laminating them, rolling them up and sticking them inside. The baton carrier marks with pen (provided) the route and adds his/her name, dates / times plus a message. Alternately that could be glued to the actual baton?

Also - people accompaning the baton could write something and stick it inside OR write on the outside like you would with a plaster cast? PVC pipe would be ideal for that.


The Batons and the contents will be handed over to Tony's Daughters/family.
I like where this is heading Paul.... brilliant :niceone:

[Mom]

By the way, isnt the Westpac Helo run usually about the same time?

Not sure and this year, dont actually care. This event (well the Relay for life that this is supporting) is all about raising some money for the Cancer Society and supporting a mate on his journey with this life sentence disease called cancer.


...I need to spend time with my family...

Still looking to be at Taupo though.

Tony, this is all about you mate. You have to do what you need to do for yourself and your family. We support you 100% in whatever you need to do. We are simply along side you doing what we can to send you some love and support. We cant BE there, but we sure as shit can be there, if that makes sense at all? I personally will be delighted to see you at Taupo, if you can get there.

[ynot slow]

Tony, this is all about you mate. You have to do what you need to do for yourself and your family. We support you 100% in whatever you need to do. We are simply along side you doing what we can to send you some love and support. We cant BE there, but we sure as shit can be there, if that makes sense at all? I personally will be delighted to see you at Taupo, if you can get there.

That makes perfect sense,I want to be there with you guys just to say one small word "Thanks" and if it happens great.But having a talk to mates,family and wanting to do everything 'now' makes it tough,I just don't know how the body will feel,and also the option of palliative chemo to be utilised or not comes into the equation,if I undertook chemo I have to work round that,but that is a slim probability to be honest.

I still feel a hell of guilt if I can't be there,such is the outpouring of genuine caring,wanting to help others with cancer,and my own thoughts that so many people have organised this event,and letting you all down is playing hard with me.It seems like it's all me,me,me and is both a great feeling and also puts the disease cancer into perspective for many.

Just listening to "The Rock" Lynard Skinards FREE BIRD playing,kind of ironic song and does sum up my feelings with the opening words.If I left here tomorrow would you miss me,man that hits hard,but also means I can be free from this disease.

[Maha]

That makes perfect sense,I want to be there with you guys just to say one small word "Thanks" and if it happens great.But having a talk to mates,family and wanting to do everything 'now' makes it tough,I just don't know how the body will feel,and also the option of palliative chemo to be utilised or not comes into the equation,if I undertook chemo I have to work round that,but that is a slim probability to be honest.

I still feel a hell of guilt if I can't be there,such is the outpouring of genuine caring,wanting to help others with cancer,and my own thoughts that so many people have organised this event,and letting you all down is playing hard with me.It seems like it's all me,me,me and is both a great feeling and also puts the disease cancer into perspective for many.

Just listening to "The Rock" Lynard Skinards FREE BIRD playing,kind of ironic song and does sum up my feelings with the opening words.If I left here tomorrow would you miss me,man that hits hard,but also means I can be free from this disease.

Another song lyric..INXS
''if I told you, that we could fly...
cos we all have wings..
but some of us dont know why''..

Those words mean...anything is possible, you just to believe that, to make it happen.
Dont Even get me started on Doris Day...

[The Singing Chef]

On the subject of songs I will post these lyrics up, written for you Tony and I will record it for you, sounds better than it looks haha.


Ride into the sunset,
These wheels move your soul,
Ready to do battle,
Like a soldier in a war,

I remember,
When there were blue skies,
Before the dawn,

I would like to tell you,
That you are never alone.

Memories you left behind,
Legacys that will carry on,
It's been said you can capture 1 million words in a picture,
Can you leave some behind,

I remember,
When there were blue skies,
Before the dawn,

I would like to tell you,
That you are never alone.

Can you look back,
and tell me that you had fun?
Can you tell me you made mistakes,
you learnt and laughed, and cried and loved.

and learnt the meaning of
life.

Because you are a fighter,
You won't give up,
I know it looks hard right now,
but what do doctors know?

So stand up,
Shout it to the world,
Tell us your stories,
About your little girl.

The roads youv'e ridden,
The times youv'e binned,
The beautiful moments,
Where your screaming through the woods,

All I will say to you,
Is that we all care for you,
No matter what you go through,
We will be there for you,

Don't worry about the future,
It's still so far away,
Just live life to the fullest,
Forget about the world,

Just ride until your tyres run,
straight into the rim,
Twist that thottle back,
take one more last grin.

So hold,
your head up high,
The clouds may be rolling in,
But there is sunlight behind that darkness,
Waiting to be let in.

[Maha]

Fantastic Matt...
YouTube it anytime you like.
You're gonna make 'em cry you know that eh?..

[iYRe]

Not sure and this year, dont actually care. This event (well the Relay for life that this is supporting) is all about raising some money for the Cancer Society and supporting a mate on his journey with this life sentence disease called cancer.

Yeah.. but still, be nice to be able to support both if I can.

[The Singing Chef]

Fantastic Matt...
YouTube it anytime you like.
You're gonna make 'em cry you know that eh?..
Thanks
Yea when I end up recording it I will definitely throw it up.
I have a habit for making people cry with songs, I really should provide tissues haha.

[ynot slow]

Thanks
Yea when I end up recording it I will definitely throw it up.
I have a habit for making people cry with songs, I really should provide tissues haha.

YOU ABSOLUTELY FRIGGIN ROCK MATT !!!!!:niceone::cry:

[Maha]

Yeah.. but still, be nice to be able to support both if I can.

If the Westpac ride is on the same day, it will be done and dusted by the time we arrive in Auckland.

[dogsnbikes]

If the Westpac ride is on the same day, it will be done and dusted by the time we arrive in Auckland.

Is there a dealine we have too be in Auckland by?????

[iYRe]

If the Westpac ride is on the same day, it will be done and dusted by the time we arrive in Auckland.

sweet.. true.. problem is getting a day pass :P I'll have to ride to somewhere to meet up, so double the riding time.. heh..

dogsnbikes:
I think we have to get at the stadium by about 4pm, is that right Maha?

[Mom]

Is there a dealine we have too be in Auckland by?????

No not at all. We will be walking from about 3pm at the North Shore Venue, the event runs until the next morning so it matters not what time the ride arrives. You guys can stop in and give us some moral support if you like or what ever, which ever. We are away now until the end of the month. Everything will get tightened up once we get back.

Stay safe you lot.

:love:

[dogsnbikes]

No not at all. We will be walking from about 3pm at the North Shore Venue, the event runs until the next morning so it matters not what time the ride arrives. You guys can stop in and give us some moral support if you like or what ever, which ever. We are away now until the end of the month. Everything will get tightened up once we get back.

Stay safe you lot.

:love:

Sweet we can take the senic route then :devil2:

[martybabe]

There are lots of reasons I signed up for this ride, primarily, Tony is a top man and doesn't deserve this shit. His ride to this point in his life has been hard enough without even more intrusion from this bastard indiscriminate disease. Secondly, I lost my Mom to cancer and sadly and rather poignantly I lost a beautiful young girlfriend of mine to Breast cancer.

I say poignantly because since signing up for 'Tony's' ride, coincidently, the spectre of shit has pointed it's finger once more in the direction of my loved ones. As I write, the Bride and I are awaiting results from her biopsy, urgently requested by the breast screening clinic.

It's a worrying time for sure and unfortunately a common experience for lots of Families across the world every day. I think what I'm trying to say is that I have even more reason (if I didn't have enough already) to throw my heart and sole into this venture, the sooner we stamp out this horrid wrecker of lives and families the better.

I don't profess to be half the Man Tony is, I can't muster the same selflessness and positivity that he relays with his every word. He is inspirational, I'm an ordinary man with ordinary feelings an slightly out of control emotions.

Even if you don't make it to Auckland Tony, I hope you get some comfort from the outpouring of care, love and effort from all these good people, riding and running in your name and for the sake of other sufferers.

If genuine human kindness and compassion were a weapon we'd have blasted this evil cowardly disease to hell for ya mate. Kia kaha my freind.

[OCD Legend]

On the subject of songs I will post these lyrics up, written for you Tony and I will record it for you, sounds better than it looks haha.

It actually sounds good, Matt is a talented songwriter/singer (shit now he's gonna be even more big-headed)

[The Singing Chef]

It actually sounds good, Matt is a talented songwriter/singer (shit now he's gonna be even more big-headed)

Thank you, wait what, I can get even more big headed than I am?

Guess I don't need that pump anymore then :bleh:

[OCD Legend]

Thank you, wait what, I can get even more big headed than I am?

Guess I don't need that pump anymore then :bleh:

:motu: just you wait :p

[The Singing Chef]

:motu: just you wait :p

I take that red rep as meaning I am no longer your adopted son... Thanks ex-Mum :bleh:

[iYRe]

if you ever need a bass player..

<---

http://www.facebook.com/v/47661233612 - this was me back in the 90's. I turned up on this:
255073

We got yelled at for filming at karekare, because Crowded House were filming there the next day and had paid some huge fee to have the rights to do it.. bummer for them because we didnt pay and had finished by the time they got their (the park ranger that is).
Bummer about the sync issues..

[Paul in NZ]

RIGHT!!!!! Holidays are over and time to get busy (ish)

Times marching on and thus far my whole summer has been spent sitting around on my arse drinking, eating, fishing, farting, picking my nose (and eating it) and generally NOT doing much about a baton... or even two batons. That made me feel uncomfortably uncomfortable and most upsettingly there was no one around me to blame - life can be so unfair!

I did do some thinking about it though and ratted through the scrap bin, the local hardware store and even sent an email to steel and tube (fuckin useless, never bothered to reply, why even have a 'contact us' button). ANYWAY - Every 'design' I came up with ended up as some kind of epically over engineered watertight club suitable for gang fights, whacking Orc's or anchoring a small schooner and was never going to be easy to carry on a motorcycle.

So I had another think (ie I sat around and drank a bit more) and thought a mighty thought.... (Fibre helps) Since this isnt a running race and I have NO intention of handing the 'baton' on while moving, twirling it while leading a parade or conducting an orchestra - then surely there is no need for it to look like an actual 'baton' is there??? I mean why make life difficult by conforming to traditional thinking, refusing to be oppressed mentally by the virtual baton I let my thoughts range far and wide and then...... What I'm thinking is more a weatherproof bag / satchel thingy containing a map of the north island. Each baton holder draws in the route they are taking and writes in their name / bike / date / time plus any messages etc. Other riders can also add messages etc. Hopefully by the time the two maps get to Auckland they will be graffiti'd to - erm - richly inscribed as a lasting memorial to mankinds decency or some such... (cough)

What do you think? (and I've already got the maps)

[dogsnbikes]

. What I'm thinking is more a weatherproof bag / satchel thingy containing a map of the north island. Each baton holder draws in the route they are taking and writes in their name / bike / date / time plus any messages etc. Other riders can also add messages etc. Hopefully by the time the two maps get to Auckland they will be graffiti'd to - erm - richly inscribed as a lasting memorial to mankinds decency or some such... (cough)

What do you think? (and I've already got the maps)

Like a Dry bag like this

255850255851

They Katmandu one's and could easliy be written on as well



Oh asked at Mechanical and they pretty swamped under at the moment

[Paul in NZ]

Nah - more a pouch type thingy I use on the kayak for me cell phone.... But kathmandu is a good idea...

[Rehab]

What do you think? (and I've already got the maps)

Sounds like a grand idea to me. Will the maps be laminated so they last and don't require too much patience to fold up (or worse, incur the wrath of someone anal about such things that expects it to be folded exactly the same every time? i.e. me)

[Paul in NZ]

Sounds like a grand idea to me. Will the maps be laminated so they last and don't require too much patience to fold up (or worse, incur the wrath of someone anal about such things that expects it to be folded exactly the same every time? i.e. me)

Yeah well it was laminating the maps that got me into the mess I was in. Once they are laminated they can only be rolled. If you roll them up they spring back out making them a real pia to remove from a tube PLUS the tube has to be as long as the short edge of the map and you end up with a very cumbersome object. Another issue is that you need a very special pen to write on a laminated plastic surface or it all smudges off

This means its a traditional map - sorry :innocent:

[Rehab]

This means its a traditional map - sorry :innocent:

For good reason by the sound of things!

[Maha]

Motorcycle trader will be covering this event.
My biggest brain tease will be an ETA at the Millenium Institute of Sport at Mirangi Bay?

[Paul in NZ]

Motorcycle trader will be covering this event.
My biggest brain tease will be an ETA at the Millenium Institute of Sport at Mirangi Bay?

Best come up with a desired time and work backwards? I'm happy to adjust start time to suit.

We are budgeting getting batons to Sanson 10 to 11

[dogsnbikes]

Yes we do need too have more scheduled time table of when batons will be where?

I raise this event at the club(tomcc) meeting last night,and there seemed to be alot of support and interest too accompay the baton carriers

I dont know about others but I have no problems spending 12 hours on the bike

[iYRe]

Yes we do need too have more scheduled time table of when batons will be where?

I raise this event at the club(tomcc) meeting last night,and there seemed to be alot of support and interest too accompay the baton carriers

I dont know about others but I have no problems spending 12 hours on the bike

I'll ride from hamilton/cambridge sorta zone.. just rode it (at 2am) on monday - took about 1hr 20 from mystery creek to Manurewa.. so, if you pick a time you want to arrive at the stadium, make sure we're leaving the 'Tron at around 2hrs earlier (15 mins for getting people actually on bikes, and stuff..)

Work backwards from there - would be my suggestion.

[dogsnbikes]

I'll ride from hamilton/cambridge sorta zone.. just rode it (at 2am) on monday - took about 1hr 20 from mystery creek to Manurewa.. so, if you pick a time you want to arrive at the stadium, make sure we're leaving the 'Tron at around 2hrs earlier (15 mins for getting people actually on bikes, and stuff..)

Work backwards from there - would be my suggestion.

It depends on number of support riders each carrier has and how many are going all the way to Auckland,and each baton carrier pick's there own route which is going to dictate the time batons pass from one carrier to the next,considering that the relay of life is a 24 hour event,I can't see any problems arriving sometime sunday morning,

Remember there is 2 batons and it would be great for both to meet up outside Auckland and arrive together as a sign of unity really...

[iYRe]

It depends on number of support riders each carrier has and how many are going all the way to Auckland,and each baton carrier pick's there own route which is going to dictate the time batons pass from one carrier to the next,considering that the relay of life is a 24 hour event,I can't see any problems arriving sometime sunday morning,

Remember there is 2 batons and it would be great for both to meet up outside Auckland and arrive together as a sign of unity really...

yeah which is why I thought if we all met at cambridge, say, we could all ride in together... there is a nice ride from cambridge to taupiri now, all nice wide country roads - they have called it a bypass of sorts.. saves going through hamiltons 25000 roundabouts..

[Maha]

Just had an add up K's from Sanson.

Sanson to Te Kuiti via NP = 365ks
Sanson to Te kuiti via Napier = 471ks. (an extra 40 ks going the Gentle Annie)


Te Kuiti to Mirangi Bay = 200ks.

Round figures..
Wellington to Mirangi Bay via NP = 715Ks
Wellington to Mirangi Bay via Napier/Taupo = 820Ks

7am leave time....shall we settle for a 10 hour day?
7pm @ Mirangi Bay?

[Maha]

yeah which is why I thought if we all met at cambridge, say, we could all ride in together... there is a nice ride from cambridge to taupiri now, all nice wide country roads - they have called it a bypass of sorts.. saves going through hamiltons 25000 roundabouts..

The LOR's from the Tron will be sorting that bit out...
Those that want to ride the last leg can join in where they determined.
Even me.
I doubt Cambridge will even feature.
Here is a probable route from Te Kuiti (where the two Batons will meet)
http://maps.google.co.nz/maps?saddr=Te+Kuiti,+Waikato&daddr=Rangiriri,+Waikato&hl=en&sll=-37.9312,175.284119&sspn=0.777723,1.229095&geocode=FcgVt_0dQMhwCikbDWZHArpsbTGwC6NDYe8ABQ%3BF eLaxP0d20lwCilLzRafpEVtbTEw_aJDYe8ABQ&oq=RANGIR&mra=ls&t=m&z=9

[iYRe]

The LOR's from the Tron will be sorting that bit out...
Those that want to ride the last leg can join in where they determined.
Even me.
I doubt Cambridge will even feature.
Here is a probable route from Te Kuiti (where the two Batons will meet)
http://maps.google.co.nz/maps?saddr=Te+Kuiti,+Waikato&daddr=Rangiriri,+Waikato&hl=en&sll=-37.9312,175.284119&sspn=0.777723,1.229095&geocode=FcgVt_0dQMhwCikbDWZHArpsbTGwC6NDYe8ABQ%3BF eLaxP0d20lwCilLzRafpEVtbTEw_aJDYe8ABQ&oq=RANGIR&mra=ls&t=m&z=9

te Kuiti is fine with me... I was just thinking of a common point to meet up - and since I was in cambridge last weekend...

Myself and a few mates will be riding down from AK to say, Te Kuiti - stop for coffee, refuel and ride back with the crew - so anyone who wants to ride with us is more than welcome..

[dogsnbikes]

Just had an add up K's from Sanson.

Sanson to Te Kuiti via NP = 365ks
Sanson to Te kuiti via Napier = 471ks. (an extra 40 ks going the Gentle Annie)


Te Kuiti to Mirangi Bay = 200ks.

Taking the scenic route to NP I know some funcuts(Manawatu shortcuts):msn-wink:

[Maha]

te Kuiti is fine with me... I was just thinking of a common point to meet up - and since I was in cambridge last weekend...

Myself and a few mates will be riding down from AK to say, Te Kuiti - stop for coffee, refuel and ride back with the crew - so anyone who wants to ride with us is more than welcome..

Me too.:niceone:

Taking the scenic route to NP I know some funcuts(Manawatu shortcuts):msn-wink:
I am just doing some sums...Shane (M/T Ed) wants some idea of time in Auckland so he can have someone there.

Round figures..
Wellington to Mirangi Bay via NP = 715Ks
Wellington to Mirangi Bay via Napier/Taupo = 820Ks

7am leave time....shall we settle for a 10 hour day?
7pm @ Mirangi Bay?

[dogsnbikes]

Me too.:niceone:

I am just doing some sums...Shane (M/T Ed) wants some idea of time in Auckland so he can have someone there.


Who's going too tell Sinfull he's gotta get up early :laugh:

Reakon If Bill hits Sanson about 10am and we allow 7 hours for the batons to get to Te kuti (al's latte stops) there is no reason why we couldn't be there by 8/9pm as a whole group.

Your call Mark if you want as there by 9 we will be there...

[Maha]

Who's going too tell Sinfull he's gotta get up early :laugh:

Reakon If Bill hits Sanson about 10am and we allow 7 hours for the batons to get to Te kuti (al's latte stops) there is no reason why we couldn't be there by 8/9pm as a whole group.

Your call Mark if you want as there by 9 we will be there...

Sounds good to me Barry...around 5pm in Te kuiti...8pmish at Mirangi Bay.
Will be stopping here--->>http://maps.google.co.nz/maps/place?pq=pirongia+cafes+restaurants&hl=en&sugexp=cqn&dc=Pirongia&ac=8&cp=8&gs_id=n&xhr=t&gs_upl=&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.,cf.osb&biw=1280&bih=822&wrapid=tljp1323333035787014&um=1&ie=UTF-8&q=te+kuiti+cafes+restaurants&fb=1&gl=nz&hq=cafes+restaurants&hnear=0x6d6cba0247660d1b:0x500ef6143a30bb0,Te+Kuit i&cid=1289332233007078837 on the Taupo trip, might ask if they will stay open a little longer for us on the day.

[dogsnbikes]

Sounds good to me Barry...around 5pm in Te kuiti...8pmish at Mirangi Bay.
Will be stopping here--->>http://maps.google.co.nz/maps/place?pq=pirongia+cafes+restaurants&hl=en&sugexp=cqn&dc=Pirongia&ac=8&cp=8&gs_id=n&xhr=t&gs_upl=&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.,cf.osb&biw=1280&bih=822&wrapid=tljp1323333035787014&um=1&ie=UTF-8&q=te+kuiti+cafes+restaurants&fb=1&gl=nz&hq=cafes+restaurants&hnear=0x6d6cba0247660d1b:0x500ef6143a30bb0,Te+Kuit i&cid=1289332233007078837 on the Taupo trip, might ask if they will stay open a little longer for us on the day.

Super I will be hungry by then:msn-wink:

[Gremlin]

I'd work out an expected time for each leg (with each stage controller specifying their route), add a little bit of a buffer (a longer stop on the next handover is never a problem), then factor in a stop time at each place, add it all together, and there ya go.

7am start? yee gads, what have I got myself into :eek: Oh... also, wasn't sure if there was going to be some sort of formal start at Wellington Motorcycles, coz if there was, it would dictate a later start, as they open later... Dunno, thought I saw that somewhere...

[dogsnbikes]

I'd work out an expected time for each leg (with each stage controller specifying their route), add a little bit of a buffer (a longer stop on the next handover is never a problem), then factor in a stop time at each place, add it all together, and there ya go.

7am start? yee gads, what have I got myself into :eek: Oh... also, wasn't sure if there was going to be some sort of formal start at Wellington Motorcycles, coz if there was, it would dictate a later start, as they open later... Dunno, thought I saw that somewhere...

Paul has indicated to be on the road by 7am at the latest

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/146194-Cancer-Support-Ride-advance-notice.-3-March-Wellington-Kapiti-section

everything will fall into place the tricky bit is having the two baton's join back up in Te kuti as one group will be waiting for the other,normally Sanson to NP can be done in around 2 hours as a solo rider Depending on how large the group is that will easily turn into 3-3.5 hours,

Think most of us baton carriers will be in Hawera on the 25th so will be able to nut out minor details then

[martybabe]

Paul has indicated to be on the road by 7am at the latest

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/146194-Cancer-Support-Ride-advance-notice.-3-March-Wellington-Kapiti-section

everything will fall into place the tricky bit is having the two baton's join back up in Te kuti as one group will be waiting for the other,normally Sanson to NP can be done in around 2 hours as a solo rider Depending on how large the group is that will easily turn into 3-3.5 hours,

Think most of us baton carriers will be in Hawera on the 25th so will be able to nut out minor details then

I actually live in Urenui Barry, 30 mins north of NP. This would be a good place to meet up ( depending on how far north you intend to go). I'd estimate about 2.5hours from Urenui to Te

Kuiti, 3 from NP to Te Kuiti but it can vary hugely. I'd rather do it at a sensible pace, don't want anything to mar this ride and some sections can be a bit tricky if you don't know the road.

It took me 3 and a half hours yesterday, mind you the overturned Tui truck had a lot to do with it :msn-wink:

Happy to meet anywhere from Inglewood north and go as far as .... wherever, any time on the day, just need to know rough arrival time and convenient meet point.

Since I singed up for this incredible tribute to Tony and a two fingered salute to Cancer, the Bride has also fallen victim to this most evil of diseases so I have even more reason to be

there on the day.

http://maps.google.co.nz/maps?saddr=Inglewood,+Taranaki&daddr=Nikorima+St+to:Te+Kuiti,+Waikato&hl=en&ll=-38.826871,174.388733&spn=1.140475,2.705383&sll=-38.997441,174.388433&sspn=0.002222,0.005284&geocode=FW2Hqv0day1iCilZBC1svlQUbTGgz6JDYe8ABQ%3BF UfxrP0dbfhkCg%3BFcgVt_0dQMhwCikbDWZHArpsbTGwC6NDYe 8ABQ&mra=dme&mrsp=1&sz=18&t=h&z=9

[kb_SF1]

Does not take long from Te Kuiti to Hn, the route Mark posted 45/50 minutes as a group.

Thinking of a meeting place in Te Kuiti, outside the railway station or down at the big shearer. The question is parking should not be a problem on a saturday pm, any local go a view?

Looking forward to the ride.

[Maha]

Does not take long from Te Kuiti to Hn, the route Mark posted 45/50 minutes as a group.

Thinking of a meeting place in Te Kuiti, outside the railway station or down at the big shearer. The question is parking should not be a problem on a saturday pm, any local go a view?

Looking forward to the ride.

Cheers Kerry.
This part of the ride is your brief...
I will get in touch closer to the day and organise a time/place where those of us from up this way can meet up and ride to Te kuiti.
As for the meet place in Te Kuiti? I will have a look in ten days or so when I pass through.

[Rehab]

As for the meet place in Te Kuiti? I will have a look in ten days or so when I pass through.

That cafe on the right on the way into town (coming from north) is easy to find with stacks of parking (extra out the back if needed) and good coffee. Bosco from memory?? Sumfin like that... Don't get the Eggs Benedict though - it's shit.

[Mom]

Don't get the Eggs Benedict though - it's shit.

I did not think that was possible :confused:

[dogsnbikes]

I actually live in Urenui Barry, 30 mins north of NP. This would be a good place to meet up ( depending on how far north you intend to go).



Thats cool we are going all the way Marty so thats our meeting point then, works in as a bonus as thought I may cut through Tarata not a bad road that :msn-wink:

[Maha]

That cafe on the right on the way into town (coming from north) is easy to find with stacks of parking (extra out the back if needed) and good coffee. Bosco from memory?? Sumfin like that... Don't get the Eggs Benedict though - it's shit.

Thats where we're stopping for lunch on the way to Taupo.
Lucky I dont go for E/B when its on the menu.

[Rehab]

I did not think that was possible :confused:

Me neither! I've had EB ranging from great to sensational, but never shit. Until Bosco. Picture a couple of cold poached eggs atop soggy english muffins and cold spinach with a sauce that was closer to the consistency of water than water is. Choc chip cookie was good though to be fair. Imust admit, I did wonder how the little coffee making chap got on in a town full of farmers and rugger blokes. If he's there next weekend you'll see what I mean....

[martybabe]

Thats cool we are going all the way Marty so thats our meeting point then, works in as a bonus as thought I may cut through Tarata not a bad road that :msn-wink:

Excellent, Urenui it is then, just got to sort out a rough ETA there and we can compute an arrival time at Te Kuiti. Look forward to meeting you, any idea how many will be coming with you? might be able to source some refreshment and a toilet break thereabouts.

[dogsnbikes]

Excellent, Urenui it is then, just got to sort out a rough ETA there and we can compute an arrival time at Te Kuiti. Look forward to meeting you, any idea how many will be coming with you? might be able to source some refreshment and a toilet break thereabouts.

Will know numbers closer to the time but fellow Tomcc members seemed keen to travel part of the way with me,

Likewise Marty Can't wait to do this run

[ynot slow]

Thoughts with the bride Marty,and you and family,is bloody hard for family for sure,hope to be in Naki next week so a visit is due by me,will give you a call when I know what I'm doing.

[martybabe]

Thoughts with the bride Marty,and you and family,is bloody hard for family for sure,hope to be in Naki next week so a visit is due by me,will give you a call when I know what I'm doing.

Thanks Tony, it would be great to see you. I know Shafty is keen to catch up with you too. You've touched a lot of people with your plight my friend and sadly you are not alone in your fight against this evil, since signing up for this ride I have discovered a lot of people you and I know are fighting their own battles with this accursed thing<_<.

I've said it before and I'll say it again, I am honoured to be part of this tribute to you, your spirit and a unified two finger salute to Cancer, got a couple of Naki guys onboard so far plus a few from down south so it could be an epic adventure :yes: All the best, Mart. x

[Maha]

March 2nd...can I ask those with printers to nominate X amount of pages from this thread and print them off please?

[Rehab]

March 2nd...can I ask those with printers to nominate X amount of pages from this thread and print them off please?

Happy to do it. How many copies would you like?

[Maha]

Happy to do it. How many copies would you like?

The whole thread? still a month to go.
Just the one copy for a Baton.

[Rehab]

The whole thread? still a month to go.
Just the one copy for a Baton.

Yeah no worries. Lots of people are doing lots of stuff and so far I'm only riding my bike and I'm not sick - least I can do.

[Mom]

least I can do.

Every bit counts. Thanks. I have to spread apparently :shit:

[Maha]

Yeah no worries. Lots of people are doing lots of stuff and so far I'm only riding my bike and I'm not sick - least I can do.

Going by the pm's, that seems to be a popular turn of phrase.:yes:

[nzvlogger]

Im in Auck, keen to help also... what can i do?? Hamilton to Auck? whats the plan lol

[Maha]

Patches are being made for this event...more on that next week.

[Gremlin]

I think we probably need to start firming up some of the details. Maha, could you update the second post with links to each section of the ride, thread starters to probably put the specifics of their section in their respective first posts?

I'm probably thinking further ahead than others, as I'm off south 2-3 days after Paeroa, and after that internet access will be slow and intermittent, so I wouldn't mind having the routes pre-done for the GPS, and knowing the timing etc. Will return north to Wellington Friday afternoon ready for Saturday morning.


7am leave time....shall we settle for a 10 hour day?
7pm @ Mirangi Bay?
Uh... that's 12 hours... :laugh:

[Maha]

I think we probably need to start firming up some of the details. Maha, could you update the second post with links to each section of the ride, thread starters to probably put the specifics of their section in their respective first posts?

I'm probably thinking further ahead than others, as I'm off south 2-3 days after Paeroa, and after that internet access will be slow and intermittent, so I wouldn't mind having the routes pre-done for the GPS, and knowing the timing etc. Will return north to Wellington Friday afternoon ready for Saturday morning.


Uh... that's 12 hours... :laugh:

I could, but I have left the 'route to be taken' up to each baton carrier. I would imagine that the shorest route will be taken.
Taupo to Te kuiti is easy as..Poihipi road through to Whakamaru then the Bennydale road to Te kuiti.
From there we will be going through (I will get back to that, to early to spell Maori names)

Edit: Te Kuiti/Otorohanga/Pirongia/Ngaruawahia/Rangiriri (on the western side of the river)
As for Sanson to Napier...have to check with Al (86GSXR)

[Maha]

Taupo to Te Kuiti-->> http://maps.google.co.nz/maps?saddr=Taupo,+Waikato&daddr=-38.48156,175.77889+to:Te+Kuiti,+Waikato&hl=en&sll=-38.50934,175.616895&sspn=0.771566,1.229095&geocode=FQS0sf0dQp5-CilbFksUd-9rbTHgCaNDYe8ABQ%3BFWjRtP0dSix6CiljkG_ftnBsbTGhBxc HYe8AEw%3BFcgVt_0dQMhwCikbDWZHArpsbTGwC6NDYe8ABQ&oq=Te+k&mra=dpe&mrsp=1&sz=10&via=1&t=m&z=10

Te Kuiti to Rangiriri -->>http://maps.google.co.nz/maps?saddr=Te+Kuiti,+Waikato&daddr=-37.63374,175.1534+to:-37.505419,175.1496497+to:Rangiriri,+Waikato&hl=en&sll=-37.590295,175.054092&sspn=0.390659,0.614548&geocode=FcgVt_0dQMhwCikbDWZHArpsbTGwC6NDYe8ABQ%3BF TTBwf0d-KBwCinD8O8a0jttbTGBYg8HYe8AEw%3BFXW2w_0dUZJwCinHnM VmCUdtbTEPk8f1qI8GPA%3BFeLaxP0d20lwCilLzRafpEVtbTE w_aJDYe8ABQ&oq=Rangiri&mra=dpe&mrsp=1&sz=11&via=1,2&t=m&z=11

[iYRe]

Looks like I am not going to be able to make it, as I will be having surgery on my shoulder on the 28th (at this stage anyway), so no bikeeeeeee for a month or so (argh!).

I'm still trying to organise some media coverage, so could someone PM me details of people that our news editor can visit/call etc.. plueeeeeeshe :P

[kb_SF1]

Mark, Te Kuiti to Hn or any place north is easy, where do you plan to do the change after Te Kuiti, if you want to do one. Could just head to the venue as a group.

The Hn LOR have a meeting on Wednesday at 5:30 at the club rooms so looking to update them on a plan.

PM me if you want to talk direct and I'll give you my phone number.

KB

[Mom]

Looks like I am not going to be able to make it, as I will be having surgery on my shoulder on the 28th (at this stage anyway), so no bikeeeeeee for a month or so (argh!).

I'm still trying to organise some media coverage, so could someone PM me details of people that our news editor can visit/call etc.. plueeeeeeshe :P

You can put them in touch with me if you like.

Work is 09 414 4530 extn 214 ask for Anne James in case someone else picks up my call and does not say "Hi, it's Anne speaking" :mobile:

[iYRe]

You can put them in touch with me if you like.

Work is 09 414 4530 extn 214 ask for Anne James in case someone else picks up my call and does not say "Hi, it's Anne speaking" :mobile:

will do.. Passing it on now..

[dogsnbikes]

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/146846-Cancer-Support-Ride-Saturday-March-3-Manawatu-Taranaki-Baton-ride

[Rehab]

Maha, do you want the other threads that the guys are starting for individual sections printed for the baton as well as this one? If yes, could you ask them to add a list of all the sub-threads here so I make sure I don't miss any? (Apologies if I'm a bit thick and have missed a really obvious and easy way to do this).

I will do the printing as close as possible to my departure to Welly so I get it all (most likely print/bind on 1st March). Was thinking of dropping a note onto the threads close to the time so anyone can add last minute messages of support if they want to (and go back and edit anything they've said that they don't want to be immortalised in print perhaps). Unless you've got a different idea in mind the thread(s) will be on nice paper and bound.

Finally, my absolute favourite pic from Taupo - what an inspirational and lovely man:
257646

[Maha]

Maha, do you want the other threads that the guys are starting for individual sections printed for the baton as well as this one? If yes, could you ask them to add a list of all the sub-threads here so I make sure I don't miss any? (Apologies if I'm a bit thick and have missed a really obvious and easy way to do this).

I will do the printing as close as possible to my departure to Welly so I get it all (most likely print/bind on 1st March). Was thinking of dropping a note onto the threads close to the time so anyone can add last minute messages of support if they want to (and go back and edit anything they've said that they don't want to be immortalised in print perhaps). Unless you've got a different idea in mind the thread(s) will be on nice paper and bound.

Finally, my absolute favourite pic from Taupo - what an inspirational and lovely man:
257646

I will link them into this post for you.
Taranaki >>http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/146852-Cancer-support-ride-Urenui-to-Te-Kuiti-calling-Naki-riders!
Wellington >>http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/146194-Cancer-Support-Ride-advance-notice.-3-March-Wellington-Kapiti-section
Manawatu >>http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/146710-Cancer-Support-Ride-Saturday-March-3
Wanganui >>http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/146846-Cancer-Support-Ride-Saturday-March-3-Manawatu-Taranaki-Baton-ride
Hawkes Bay >>http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/146879-Ride-to-show-support-for-a-fellow-KBer-and-all-those-with-cancer.
Taupo >> http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/146893-Cancer-Support-Ride-Taupo-Te-Kuiti-3-March.

[Hellzie]

Patches are being for this event...more on that next week.

So I still haven't heard from the patch lady.....

[Maha]

So I still haven't heard from the patch lady.....

There is still time, I will give her a call tomorrow.

[Maha]

So I still haven't heard from the patch lady.....

She will email you today/tonight...but its not looking good that they can get any made before we need them.

[kb_SF1]

Maha , we will look to meet you about 2:30 PM in Pirongia at the Cafe beside the pub on the left heading south. Good parking and easy to leave from.
Details going in the LOR calendar entry for 3 March.

KB

[Maha]

Maha , we will look to meet you about 2:30 PM in Pirongia at the Cafe beside the pub on the left heading south. Good parking and easy to leave from.
Details going in the LOR calendar entry for 3 March.

KB

Cheers Kerry see ya there mate.

[nzvlogger]

Me and my boys might meet up with you guys somewhere around Huntly ? if thats ok... bit of a support crowd lol. we can just watch out for you on the road and catch up?

[Maha]

Me and my boys might meet up with you guys somewhere around Huntly ? if thats ok... bit of a support crowd lol. we can just watch out for you on the road and catch up?

We will be on the Western side of the river...Te Ohaki road.
On the way down and on the way back.

http://maps.google.co.nz/maps?saddr=Rangiriri,+Waikato&daddr=-37.531909,175.1511472+to:-37.5886338,175.1549188+to:Ngaruawahia,+Waikato&hl=en&ll=-37.568256,175.140266&spn=0.195387,0.307274&sll=-37.548933,175.158806&sspn=0.195438,0.307274&geocode=FeLaxP0d20lwCilLzRafpEVtbTEw_aJDYe8ABQ%3BF ftOw_0dK5hwCinJcd-beUdtbTFQk5MGYe8AEw%3BFWdxwv0d5qZwCilvcYaoBTltbTHw 6ZMGYe8AEw%3BFaw9wf0dJY9wCinb1YmUjzptbTHA6qJDYe8AB Q&oq=Nga&mra=dpe&mrsp=2&sz=12&via=1,2&t=m&z=12

[nzvlogger]

We will be on the Western side of the river...Te Ohaki road.
On the way down and on the way back.

http://maps.google.co.nz/maps?saddr=Rangiriri,+Waikato&daddr=-37.531909,175.1511472+to:-37.5886338,175.1549188+to:Ngaruawahia,+Waikato&hl=en&ll=-37.568256,175.140266&spn=0.195387,0.307274&sll=-37.548933,175.158806&sspn=0.195438,0.307274&geocode=FeLaxP0d20lwCilLzRafpEVtbTEw_aJDYe8ABQ%3BF ftOw_0dK5hwCinJcd-beUdtbTFQk5MGYe8AEw%3BFWdxwv0d5qZwCilvcYaoBTltbTHw 6ZMGYe8AEw%3BFaw9wf0dJY9wCinb1YmUjzptbTHA6qJDYe8AB Q&oq=Nga&mra=dpe&mrsp=2&sz=12&via=1,2&t=m&z=12

Might just meet you on the other side when you cross the river in Ngaruawahia then :D something like that...

[Maha]

Might just meet you on the other side when you cross the river in Ngaruawahia then :D something like that...

Staying on SH39....but, we pass close by the BP anyway, might even need some go juice by then.
2pmish on the way down and between 5:30 and 6pm on the way back. (in Ngaruawahia)

[nzvlogger]

Staying on SH39....but, we pass close by the BP anyway, might even need some go juice by then.

ahh yea that main BP pitstop right off the motorway... thats a better spot...

[Rehab]

Greetings all.

I will be printing all the Cancer Relay threads this Thursday 2nd March. They will then be all bound together into one book of sorts. I'll take it down to Wellington on Friday and it'll go into the baton for it's journey up the country. It'll then be presented along with the other bits and pieces.

The reason I am telling you all this comes to you in two parts:

1) It mightn't be a bad idea to go through any posts you've made and edit or remove anything you don't want to be permanently recorded. I can't think of anything that actually needs changing, but that's up to you. All that we ask is that you don't go crazy and end up changing the past, so to speak, and ruining the flow of the thing.

2) Please feel free to add any further personal messages of support.

Once again, anything that's still in here on Thursday will go to print, and obviously the opposite is true of anything not added to the thread by then. See most of you Saturday.

[Maha]

We first met you at that party in deepest Manawatu (Aokautere)
Since that party, we have had the pleasure of your company on a few more occasions.
The courage and strength that you have shown has been unbelievable.
Add to that your caring nature and determination, admirable traits indeed my friend.
You can talk the paint off an old tin fence Tony, and that’s the very essence of who you are.
It has been such a pleasure (for a lot of people) to have you around in recent times.
The idea of this ride in your name Tony was a no brainer to be honest.
It did not surprised me one bit, the willingness of those that have known you for however long (be it years or be it months) have offered up their time and commitment for this weekend.
We (your friends) are the ones that have had our lives enriched by the mere fact that you have been a part of it.
Your family has much to be proud of, I can say that with absolute certainty.

Love to you and your family at this time and forever more.

[Rehab]

Some days make you really glad you got out of bed. Seems to me to be becoming a more and more frequent occurance since I started kicking around with yous fullas. But just now something has really made my day.

I was at the Glenfield Mall (which should be enough to make you all jealous, but it gets even better!) and went to talk to Kevin at Inkworks to find out how much it was going to sting me for all the printing. I explained a bit about what we were doing and why, a bit about Tony and his situation and what we all think of him, and finally about what I needed doing print wise (roughly 200 pages of black & white and bound). Before I got to the bit about asking for a good price and that I would supply the paper, he jumped in with "Yep, I'm happy to do that for you for free as sponsorship". I just about fell over, as I would have been chuffed with just a good price - especially considering they are a couple running a small business, not some huge outfit that can afford such things without blinking. Also, although I have had one thing printed there months ago he doesn't know me at all. So printing, paper and binding is costing absolutely zero, courtesy of the wonderful Kevin & Belinda van den Berg at Inkworks, Level 3, Glenfield Mall.

If you ever need any printing done (I've had them print my online workshop manual for the CBR) please make an effort to send business their way - and say why. And if you're passing, maybe just stop and say thanks (I have about 486 times already!).

Isn't humanity just awesome sometimes?

www.inkworks.co.nz
kevin.vdberg@inkworks.co.nz
09 444 4952

[Maha]

You dont have to look hard for a little kindness nowadays it would seem.
Nice work Braeden and Kevin & Belinda van den Berg at Inkworks...:2thumbsup:2thumbsup:2thumbsup:2thumbsu p

[OCD Legend]

Some days make you really glad you got out of bed. Seems to me to be becoming a more and more frequent occurance since I started kicking around with yous fullas. But just now something has really made my day.

If you ever need any printing done (I've had them print my online workshop manual for the CBR) please make an effort to send business their way - and say why. And if you're passing, maybe just stop and say thanks (I have about 486 times already!).

Isn't humanity just awesome sometimes?

www.inkworks.co.nz
kevin.vdberg@inkworks.co.nz
09 444 4952
AWESOME - just found inkworks on FB and written brief recommendation to friends https://www.facebook.com/inkworksnz?sk=app_201143516562748

[Mom]

AWESOME - just found inkworks on FB and written brief recommendation to friends https://www.facebook.com/inkworksnz?sk=app_201143516562748

Me too! What a wonderful gesture :sunny:

[Maha]

RIDE NOW POSTPONED

Thread here --->>http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/147397-Cancer-Ride-Postponment

[nzvlogger]

So can I just ask if some people are meeting around waikato or something so we can meet up with people for a few support riders ? :D

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[Murray]

So can I just ask if some people are meeting around waikato or something so we can meet up with people for a few support riders ? :D

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Original Saturday plan was for Hamilton and Auckland riders to meet at Pirongia at 2.30pmish to head to Te Kuiti.

I suppose this remains the same but now sort of conflicts with the Cambridge-Hamilton Toyrun which leaves Cambridge at 11.00am and with both events on the same day means a pretty full day.

Unfortunately I cannot do both so will have to pass on the Baton run. Best wishes to all travelling on the run.

[Maha]

Original Saturday plan was for Hamilton and Auckland riders to meet at Pirongia at 2.30pmish to head to Te Kuiti.

I suppose this remains the same but now sort of conflicts with the Cambridge-Hamilton Toyrun which leaves Cambridge at 11.00am and with both events on the same day means a pretty full day.

Unfortunately I cannot do both so will have to pass on the Baton run. Best wishes to all travelling on the run.

All good Murray..unfortunate that the crap coming in from the Tasman has caused this postponment.

[kb_SF1]

I'm all oaky for Sunday so will be at the cafe in Pirongia at 2:30 as orginally arranged ready to go.
Kerry

[dogsnbikes]

a link too the missing link http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/146846-Cancer-Support-Ride-Saturday-March-3-Manawatu-Taranaki-Baton-ride?p=1130274391#post1130274391

[Gremlin]

Took a bit longer than expected... but here's the pics for the day: http://s210.photobucket.com/albums/bb236/_Gremlin/2012%20TT2000%20D12/