Rescue Helicopter Charity Ride

[Sis]

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The Auckland Rescue Helicopter Charity Ride is on this Sunday 26th Feb 2012

They need us more than ever as their funding has been stopped from another source. Your support is essential.

Where else can you be part of a mass of bikes riding through Auckland.

Tell your mates and lets have a big ride just because we can.

By being in the Ride, not only are we supporting the Auckland Rescue Helicopter Trust, but also enjoying the mass ride through Auckland, and reminding other road users that we are on the roads too.

Coffee available at the beginning, and food and drinks at the end.
Beginning at the usual place - Karaka Bloodstock Centre -right beside motorway opposite Papakura
Finishing at the Head Office of Warehouse on Akoranga Drive this year.

[hellokitty]

Does Westpac not sponsor this anymore?

I have a small posse of women :shit: who will be coming with money in hand hahahahhaha

[Sis]

Does Westpac not sponsor this anymore?



I am not sure which of their sponsors has dropped the funding.






I have a small posse of women :shit: who will be coming with money in hand hahahahhaha

That's what they need. I can't speak for them about the posse of women but they definitely need money

[nzvlogger]

Ill be there for sure

[caseye]

Me and three others for sure, as well. come on people the fly boys and girls need our help, less and less funding going their way from Gubbermint and or the big corporates, things are tight dontcha know.;)

[hellokitty]

I am not sure which of their sponsors has dropped the funding.

That's what they need. I can't speak for them about the posse of women but they definitely need money

Well it was always called the WESTPAC Rescue Helicopter ride. So I though since you didn't mention Westpac that they must be the one that dropped out?


Me and three others for sure, as well. come on people the fly boys and girls need our help, less and less funding going their way from Gubbermint and or the big corporates, things are tight dontcha know.;)

See ya there Caseye - some FBMC are coming I hope?

[Lucyloo]

Hello "Hello Kitty" do you know if FBMC are meeting anywhere to ride to this please?
I can't access the forum at work for some reason.
Cheers
Luce.

[nzvlogger]

We made this Facebook group (http://www.facebook.com/groups/357715987574525/) also if it makes it easier for people to communicate :D

[thehovel]

Hello "Hello Kitty" do you know if FBMC are meeting anywhere to ride to this please?
I can't access the forum at work for some reason.
Cheers
Luce.

Your BOSS is watching you:shit::shit:

[hellokitty]

Hello "Hello Kitty" do you know if FBMC are meeting anywhere to ride to this please?
I can't access the forum at work for some reason.
Cheers
Luce.

Sorry, I don't know, you would have to ask Mark (Fatt Maxx).
I don't seem to be in the loop on such things anymore.

[Fatt Max]

I'm in for sure and I know there are many FBMC who will be there with pies on.Ohhhhhh....

[Sis]

I like to refer to ARHT as just that - Auckland Rescue Helicopter Trust - as the Trust is what we are supporting, and not Westpac.
This year we are raising funds for helmets. They are about $2500 each.

[iYRe]

few of us are getting together at 8am at the BP truckstop just past papakura at 8am for a coffee and to relieve the bladder before doubling back around to Karaka.. if anyone is interested..

[MadDuck]

See ya there Caseye - some FBMC are coming I hope?

Oh I will most definately be there again for such a fantastic cause. I hope they have pies at the end :cool:

[Lucyloo]

Pies? Did someone mention pies?????
Guess that's me in then. ;-)

[DEVVIL]

Me and three others for sure, as well. come on people the fly boys and girls need our help, less and less funding going their way from Gubbermint and or the big corporates, things are tight dontcha know.;)
See you at 8ish Caseye:banana:

[hellokitty]

:lol: I am looking forward to waking my asshole neighbours up at 7.30am when I leave.... I hope they enjoy the debaffled pipes :motu: I know I do :wacko:

[Maha]

Sunday looks a good day get the bike out..

[nzvlogger]

Im keen for meeting at the BP, dont know anybody but who cares lol... if you guys dont mind another tag along. Ive got the ol' helmet cam this week 2 so thatl be cool to catch everyone riding

[hellokitty]

Sunday looks a good day get the bike out..

Every day is a good day to get the bike out!


Im keen for meeting at the BP, dont know anybody but who cares lol... if you guys dont mind another tag along. Ive got the ol' helmet cam this week 2 so thatl be cool to catch everyone riding

I didn't know anyone last year, but a few people seemed to know me - this was when I met the fat bikers.
I am hard to miss, in a pink and white leather jacket. I am on a Harley, but don't hold that against me.....

[nzvlogger]

I didn't know anyone last year, but a few people seemed to know me - this was when I met the fat bikers.
I am hard to miss, in a pink and white leather jacket. I am on a Harley, but don't hold that against me.....

Haha beauty mate, see you there. Pretty exited about it now lol, last big ride i went on was the "Ride Against Violence" a few years ago.

Saw thise YouTube clip of a few years back, Westpac Chopper Ride

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_HH5PCz5QaU

[Sis]

That YouTubeclip brought back some memories.I spotted myself.Who could see themselves in there?I think that was the last year of closing the motorway just for us.

[nzvlogger]

That YouTubeclip brought back some memories.I spotted myself.Who could see themselves in there?I think that was the last year of closing the motorway just for us.

Must be chaos now with all the cars on the motorway

[DEVVIL]

Ok just for fun what bikes have you ridden on this event?

I have been on
GSX750F CBR1000F VTR1000 VSTROM1000 AND THIS YEAR MY FJR1300:woohoo:
Ive been going since 2000 what was your first year?
Pity they still don't block the motorway off.

[nzvlogger]

Met iYRe today at work so at least ill know one face at the BP lol

[NONONO]

Ok just for fun what bikes have you ridden on this event?

I have been on
GSX750F CBR1000F VTR1000 VSTROM1000 AND THIS YEAR MY FJR1300:woohoo:
Ive been going since 2000 what was your first year?
Pity they still don't block the motorway off.
What's this about 8ish...where?
As for your question Mr "Knock over the bollards at the pub";
79 Goldwing (not an armchair)
CX500 (Loved it)
BMW1200C
Vulcan Classic 1500
Triumph 955 Sprint
Newmarket Tractor.
See you at 8 if someone tells me where.

[NONONO]

Oh and as an aside.
There is a guy who rides a BMW 1200C, I've got some free bits for him if he is going on Sunday. Had his number and lost it. Anyone help? He will need something to carry them home. Back pack might be OK if big enough.

[nzvlogger]

What's this about 8ish...where?
As for your question Mr "Knock over the bollards at the pub";
79 Goldwing (not an armchair)
CX500 (Loved it)
BMW1200C
Vulcan Classic 1500
Triumph 955 Sprint
Newmarket Tractor.
See you at 8 if someone tells me where.

They all meeting at the big BP Truckstop on the motorway near papakura ... ill be there :D

[Sis]

Pity they still don't block the motorway off.

The plan is that there will be a rolling block from Drury for us to get onto the motorway.
Then we keep to the right lane and "own" that one. Stay as close to each other in staggered formation as is safely possible.Keeps the cars out.

Fanshawe on ramp will also be closed as we come out of the tunnel so that we can safely cross over to the left.

Then over the bridge on the clip-ons. Before exiting at Esmande off ramp.

Left all the way as we are finishing in the Warehouse Head Office carpark.

The Police will stop traffic.:Police: We are not allowed to:doh:

[MadDuck]

As for your question Mr "Knock over the bollards at the pub"

Hey...that takes pure skill :brick:

[DEVVIL]

As for your question Mr "Knock over the bollards at the pub";


It was in my way:drinkup:
Lucky I didn't have zip up panniers ae Ducky:innocent:

[nzvlogger]

1 lane!? think thats a bit of a task considering how many bikes there will be.. realistically i think everyone will spill out all over the motorway.

[Sis]

The Police have asked us to keep to the right lane, leaving the cars to get on or off without too much interference.We stay clear of the on and off ramps which is safer for us too.

[nzvlogger]

The Police have asked us to keep to the right lane, leaving the cars to get on or off without too much interference.We stay clear of the on and off ramps which is safer for us too.

Not arguing the safety point or anything, just saying its alot of bikes for 1 lane. never mind we will make do :D

[DEVVIL]

Keep one eye on them cagers:shutup:

[oldfella]

I'll be there again. Where else can you be with about 1000 other bikes AND support a very worthwhile charity!

[hellokitty]

The Police have asked us to keep to the right lane, leaving the cars to get on or off without too much interference.We stay clear of the on and off ramps which is safer for us too.

That makes sense - though I bet many cars will force their way into the lane. Always amazes me how cars push into what is so obviously a group ride, especially when there is such a wide range of bike, and is therefore obviously a charity ride rather than a MC ride.

[nzvlogger]

That makes sense - though I bet many cars will force their way into the lane. Always amazes me how cars push into what is so obviously a group ride, especially when there is such a wide range of bike, and is therefore obviously a charity ride rather than a MC ride.

Just the general bad attitude from so many cars...

[DEVVIL]

That makes sense - though I bet many cars will force their way into the lane. Always amazes me how cars push into what is so obviously a group ride, especially when there is such a wide range of bike, and is therefore obviously a charity ride rather than a MC ride.
I recall a cager doing this, don't know what she was doing as she drove onto the grass and almost hit the divider. This was near Manukau WTF.

[Pogo2]

I know that there is the KB wave but will there be a FBMC flag so we know where to meet (or is that meat pie!!)

I might be able to make this one - yipee

[Fatt Max]

I know that there is the KB wave but will there be a FBMC flag so we know where to meet (or is that meat pie!!)

I might be able to make this one - yipee

There are a few FBMC riding in from all over to take part on this, keep an eye out for the 'Eat The Road' tee shirts......or simply follow the trail of crumbs...

[MadDuck]

Lucky I didn't have zip up panniers ae Ducky:innocent:

Yes because we all know you dont know how to zip up a zipper :sweatdrop

[D3ADLYTuna]

looks like loads of fun, im prety keen to come at 8am. Meet a bunch of people. Ill be in a black and white qmoto jacket and helmet on a pure black gsxr 750.
Come say hi, introduce yourself. or i will either way!
Dont be Shy now. im trying to meet as many new people as i can haha.
Tim

[D3ADLYTuna]

also where is this truck stop. google maps is failing me yet again. haha
post a pic if possible? or basic directions.
Tim

[nzvlogger]

also where is this truck stop. google maps is failing me yet again. haha
post a pic if possible? or basic directions.
Tim

Its right on the side of the motorway just before drury and that going south. The one with the big food court etc.. mcdonalds and stuff.

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[iYRe]

it was a great ride.. quite a few people turned up at the Autobahn, and we all had a great ride to the shore.Anyone got figures on how many bikes yet?

[nzvlogger]

it was a great ride.. quite a few people turned up at the Autobahn, and we all had a great ride to the shore.Anyone got figures on how many bikes yet?

Was indeed mate, short ride but a good one, huge turn out. got some good footage on the helmet cam. will make a video and put it on youtube tonight or something.

[Motorcycle Recovery]

Yet another awesome ride guys, only two breakdowns and a push start to report. Can't wait for the next ride, see you all not too soon!!! :bleh:

[paturoa]

What happened to the ride through Queen St? The route to QS was even in the official ad.

Generally well behaved bunch and had a good chat to a couple on a K3 DL1000 yellow Canadaian import.

[caseye]

As always Kev, lovely to see you, butt "no thanks,"for your services. LOL, I have and always will recommend MRS as a great caring motorcycle recovery service to my friends and the wider motorcycle fraternity.
Yep she was a cracker ride. Lot's a people; lot's a bikes I hope that we did a good job of making plenty for the Westpac boys and girls.
The FBMC was, as always, widely represented and our day began a bit earlier at Manurewa.
The BFTP though woefully lacking in numbers was also represented by no less than 4 members and their bikes.Thanks guys, hope you did actually make it, though I suspect not as we did not see any of you at the ride end.
We even had man on a Harley (nice Harley too) who tagged along with the FBMC'ers, I hope he wasn't too traumatized that his early morning destination wasn't a HOG meeting point.
Looking forward to receiving my badge in the mail,had a ball and thank you to the ride organisers who I know were stretched to the max and very grateful to see so many bikes and their riders turn out today.
Had the rare privilage of riding with a long lost friend today, enjoyed the trip back mate and hope to see you again in the Tron next week for the Hammy Sally's toy run.
NoNoNo , glad you made it out today mate and of course back home I hope.te he he. Was damn fine to see you mate.
Just as an aside has anyone seen or heard anything on any of the news services about today's incredible sight on Auckland s motorways, of motorcyclists turning out in their thousand to help the WestPac Rescue Helicopter?
Be nice to see us in the news for all the right reasons for a change.

[MadDuck]

We even had man on a Harley (nice Harley too) who tagged along with the FBMC'ers, I hope he wasn't too traumatized that his early morning destination wasn't a HOG meeting point.

Well he wasnt "totally" alone in his ownership of own of them HOG things ah :msn-wink:

What a great day and from where I was - a very well behaved bunch of bikers and pretty patient car drivers. Awesome to see the numbers up after last year and I look forward to hearing how much was raised and how many bikes there were officially. Thanks to Caseye (and Mrs Caseye) for allowing us FBMC to wake up all his neighbours this morning

[hellokitty]

it was a great ride.. quite a few people turned up at the Autobahn, and we all had a great ride to the shore.Anyone got figures on how many bikes yet?

Was nice to meet you, although briefly!


Yet another awesome ride guys, only two breakdowns and a push start to report. Can't wait for the next ride, see you all not too soon!!! :bleh:

Thanks for rescuing my mate Neil, I felt bad leaving him, but he insisted!

[psykonosis]

Just as an aside has anyone seen or heard anything on any of the news services about today's incredible sight on Auckland s motorways, of motorcyclists turning out in their thousand to help the WestPac Rescue Helicopter?


Haven't seen anything in the herald or any other services of yet. Looking forward to seeing other footage of the day. Was a stunning day and the speed of all the riders was actually quite well paced. Another great event.

[hellokitty]

:headbang: Thanks Caseye - it was cool meeting the fatties at your place! :clap: I got lots of good hugs too! Even that random dude that said "wheres mine?" got one!

[Fatt Max]

Great day out and thanks Cas for hosting the FBMC pre ride at your gaff.Brilliant turn out and once again met some fantastic people all united for a great cause.

[.chris]

Great ride, I only caught the end of it but I snapped a few pics from Curran street overbridge.

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[Sis]

It's great to hear how it went as I was so busy I didn't have time to notice.Definitely more bikes than last year and more money flowing in than last yearCan't confirm numbers yet but about 600.There are definitely some things to improve on.Did you prefer the Warehouse car park or AUT car park?

[Sis]

What happened to the ride through Queen St? The route to QS was even in the official ad.

Generally well behaved bunch and had a good chat to a couple on a K3 DL1000 yellow Canadaian import.

Not sure what official ad you were looking at as Queen Street has been off the itinerary for a couple of years and there has been no mention in my posters.

It i s a great function to meet or catch up with other bikers :niceone:

[psykonosis]

Was indeed mate, short ride but a good one, huge turn out. got some good footage on the helmet cam. will make a video and put it on youtube tonight or something.

Looking forward to it. Was waiting to see if anyone other people had some footage of the event. Will look out for it. Cheers

[paturoa]

Not sure what official ad you were looking at as Queen Street has been off the itinerary for a couple of years and there has been no mention in my posters.

Sorry, I was looking at the photo of the bikes queued on the Wellesley street off ramp heading to Queue. The ride down QS was always a highlight, rather than the drudge up the southern and through spagetti.

[Maha]

Sorry, I was looking at the photo of the bikes queued on the Wellesley street off ramp heading to Queue. The ride down QS was always a highlight, rather than the drudge up the southern and through spagetti.

Those were the days, 120-140 on the motorway (just to catch up) 120 down queens st, cops encouraging you go faster along Fanshaw st. A group ride like no other.

[cave weta]

Well organised, great turnout, well behaved riders, patient cagers - I enjoyed the social aspect of it. FBMC was well represented I had the pleasure of introducing our latest member to you all- miss Tracy Kh. Thanks to Ullesyes they looked after us brilliantly with coffees and food.

I did think that the Drill Team doing the precision riding was a bit of a joke though...
I spotted mistake after mistake and I think that they should sit down tonight and watch this video......

*:chase:Runs and ducks for cover...:chase:

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From 5.00 minutes onward they are just unbelievable!

[bsasuper]

I did think that the Drill Team doing the precision riding was a bit of a joke though...
I spotted mistake after mistake and I think that they should sit down tonight and watch this video......



So did you go see them after and tell them this, then offer to put on a show to show how it should be done?