DB1K - Dusty Butt 1000 2013

[Eddieb]

So when's it gonna be Ryan, huh, huh? :headbang:

I'm planning my calender for next summer already seeing as I missed out on all the summer rides this year.

Bannockburn bike week has just been announced as Sunday, 27 January 2013 to Friday, 1 February 2013. I'm wondering if I can tie the 2 together.

[Monstaman]

So when's it gonna be Ryan, huh, huh? :headbang:
seeing as I missed out on all the summer rides this year.
.

Me too :cry:

I will miss out next year as well :(... but not a biggy :devil2:

7 Weeks to go

[timg]

NOT the weekend of 25 Jan. OK Ryan? :2thumbsup

[Padmei]

Ok guys the date's been set.
25th Jan 2013
That is final.

[Monstaman]

That is final.

..no pressure! :whistle:

[Transalper]

Last 3 events have been 15/16/17 January 2010, 21/22/23 January 2011 and 20/21/22 January 2012.
I had imagined it would, or even should be 18/19/20 January 2013 in keeping that general timing...
...and that's if it doesn't become biennial (that's every second year) thus skip 2013 all together :nya:

[Crim]

...and that's if it doesn't become biennial (that's every second year) thus skip 2013 all together :nya:

NO :(No :weep:No :mad:NO :nono:No :(No Nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnoooooooooooooooooooooooooooo ooo

[Woodman]

NO :(No :weep:No :mad:NO :nono:No :(No Nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnoooooooooooooooooooooooooooo ooo


So, what are you trying to say?

[Padmei]

So, what are you trying to say?

Nothing he was just reving his new 2 stroke

[cooneyr]

Bloody hell - its 11 ish months away fellas!!!!

Doing a "gib off" renovation of 2/3rds of our house including new kitchen (Trademe is your friend - $500 including whiteware :woohoo:) and new bathroom in the evenings while living at the Bro-in-laws. EQ damaged has made us get our arse into gear finally and no this work is not being paid for by your taxes - just a little bit of it ;)

My bike hasn't been started since I stopped it in Fairlie after the 2012 DB1k and is currently buried under kitchen parts and other crap. Needs an oil change, rear indicator replaced (again) and some other tweaks.

I'm happy to set the date as soon as I can but need all the info I can around other events i.e. Yamaha Safari, Bannockburn bike week, whatever TimG is up too (?) . . . . Give me info and we'll get a date sorted. Probably aiming for mid Jan yet again though.

Be warned - the idea of a northern route is being discussed again.

Cheers R

[Taz]

Why not hold it in summer this time?? :baby:

[Crisis management]

Bugger me guys, I've only just got the 640 repaired from this one (first ride last night), however I have a wedding to attend in Rangiora in January followed by 2 weeks campervanning in Central so the south sounds good to me...... :cool:

[pete-blen]

Bloody hell - its 11 ish months away fellas!!!!


Be warned - the idea of a northern route is being discussed again.




:clap: :2thumbsup

[nic]

As 2013 will be my first DB1000, having it one the South [in the summer??:baby:] is very appealing.

However, if it was in the North then there is a good chance that my second DB1000 will be in the South :rolleyes:

I think the South Island for 2013 will be betterer....I just hope to be there:banana:
My DB training starts in earnest this weekend :whocares:

[pete-blen]

As 2013 will be my first DB1000, having it one the South [in the summer??:baby:] is very appealing.

However, if it was in the North then there is a good chance that my second DB1000 will be in the South :rolleyes:

I think the South Island for 2013 will be betterer....I just hope to be there:banana:
My DB training starts in earnest this weekend :whocares:



I think "HOPE" the North end/top of the south Island was what was ment.
it was run up the top end a few years ago...

[Transalper]

yea, pretty sure it would be the Nelson(ish) region vs Otago.

[nic]

I think "HOPE" the North end/top of the south Island was what was ment.
it was run up the top end a few years ago...

oh:o....duh:facepalm:

I did think it was a South Island thing...:rolleyes:

[That looks like fun]

Its an easy mistake to make Nic, as the South Island is a long skinny bugger they gave it two ends :cool: They could have called them "The Top" and "The Bottom" but ohhhh no, that would be to much wurk :rolleyes:

[circuit1]

Sooner the date is set the sooner I book my flight, I am keen to to the northern part of the island.
The only thing I have to remember to go easy on that head ache in a bottle you lot sell as beer

[Woodman]

How much more challenging would this be going the other way? I reckon harder especially the hill at the end that we go down and the bouldery creek bit we go down towards that hut.

food for thought, but I'll be their no matter what the dates are.

[Racing Dave]

How much more challenging would this be going the other way? I reckon harder especially the hill at the end that we go down and the bouldery creek bit we go down towards that hut.

food for thought, but I'll be their no matter what the dates are.

The "Dust Devils" (a CHC bunch of adventure riders) had a trip in reverse not long after we went through this year, and upon enquiring about the climb up the ridge you mention (and which I thought would be the hardest part, too) the reply was that it was no bother at all. I'm surprised, but pleased. No comment about the bouldery creek, but they all got through OK on a variety of bikes and experience..

[timg]

Ok guys the date's been set.
25th Jan 2013
That is final.

Padders you pick! :) just saw this :lol:

[JATZ]

Anybody want a bit of practice ? :rolleyes: before next years event...

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=262452&d=1335129978

found it over here>>> http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=783502

[_Shrek_]

Ok guys the date's been set.
25th Jan 2013
That is final.

that would meet on the 25th Padders as it's Friday kick off Sat 26th :baby:

Top of the south :Punk:

[Transalper]

I'd reckon it's not set until it's on the db1k website and it's still in 2012 mode so don't be getting confused those of you who think we're serious here!
I'll change my signature again with the new date when it's set too.

[_Shrek_]

I have this 42' wide screen roll chart, :rolleyes: only been used once & it's for a young fella just starting out into adventure riding, so if you know some one pm me & I'll post it

[_Shrek_]

I have this 42' wide screen roll chart, :rolleyes: only been used once & it's for a young fella just starting out into adventure riding, so if you know some one pm me & I'll post it

it's gone to a young'n sort of :laugh:

[cooneyr]

Just been playing with the maps. You fellas fancy a night in Gore?

[cooneyr]

Anybody want a bit of practice ? :rolleyes: before next years event...

See post above for pic - better not quote or I'll get points! - cooneyr

found it over here>>> http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=783502

The bottom of the T in Dusty is about where my sister and law comes from. Some fast gravel roads over there.

[mattsdakar]

Just been playing with the maps. You fellas fancy a night in Gore?

Like Moses and the Jews, you point us the way and we'll follow!

[Woodman]

Just been playing with the maps. You fellas fancy a night in Gore?

My first car was a valiant so i have honorary citizenship in Gore.

Sounds good.

[MXNUT]

Like Moses and the Jews, you point us the way and we'll follow!


Yep, what he said........

[Crim]

you'll fit in really well in Gore, MXNUT :lol:

[clint640]

Gorrrre? Haven't done much riding around there.... bring it on. They have country music down there aye? Yee-Haw!

Clint

[Eddieb]

They have country music down there aye? Yee-Haw!

I hear they have both types down there, Country and Western.

[Cary]

I've booked the last 2 weekends off in Jan so hopefully i'm covered date wise....... (pissed my workmates off as Co policy is 1 off at a time these days(wankers) but none of them ride bikes so bugger em!)

Will pack my thermals and rig the XR up with heated grips and vest before then.......

[FJRider]

Will pack my thermals and rig the XR up with heated grips and vest before then.......

Wet gear might be more practical if it's Gore way you're going ... and a snorkel for the bike.

[ellipsis]

...interlude...

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[cynna]

that river crossing in that vid would have caused a bit of carnage on the DB

[Woodman]

That video was weird. Love the face masks tho.

[Padmei]

Did you see the way they chased the poor lady with a pushchair? Bloody hooligans. Those motorcycles should be outlawed

[_Shrek_]

Just been playing with the maps. You fellas fancy a night in Gore?

now that we have moved Gore sounds good :shifty:

[_Shrek_]

...interlude...

:lol: hoons

[cynna]

now that we have moved Gore sounds good :shifty:

so no one has told you we are all staying at your place then

[Transalper]

Well I'm up for anything this round.
Will be back to leaving the Transalp at home for the DB1k's to come, and with the trade of the DR650 for a much lighter and much better suspended WR250R I hope to enjoy all the places I used to say out loud "I'd prefer to be on the CRF in here".
Something like that anyway.

Traded the CRF too.
:rockon:

[Dave h]

I really need to get my bike sorted for the db1k, I've had my WR250R for almost a year now.

Had great plans to turn it into an adventure bike but it's spent most of this year as a farm hack with the odd trail ride.

Just noticed this http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=740689&page=14 First ever WR250R to do this I think?

[thepom]

Enter transalper........:banana:

[MyGSXF]

Whadda ya reckon bout these... could be useful for you lot hhmmmm ? :scratch:

http://www.1-day.co.nz/products/AAFDAN1H2

[MXNUT]

No Pressure Ryan, But any details yet ???:whistle:
Time and Place is all i need, have to organize the trip down and back and book holidays at work etc.......:blank:

[cooneyr]

No Pressure Ryan, But any details yet ???:whistle:
Time and Place is all i need, have to organize the trip down and back and book holidays at work etc.......:blank:

Details are easy - 19/20th Jan is official. Same route as last year.

Work is really getting in the way of life. I though last year was bad but I hadn't met 2012 at that time. I'm currently ensconced in a hotel in Wellington looking at a night of work (as per most evenings) - maybe I should just get the front page of the DB site sorted.

Cheers
Ryan

[MXNUT]

Details are easy - 19/20th Jan is official. Same route as last year.



Excellent news, thanks Ryan :woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

Now to start planning :blank:

[cooneyr]

Web page updates started. Need a bit of help from ADVGD to sort out my crappy web page writing skills.

Also need a bit of help with the T-shirt graphic if somebody has skills and time. See the bottom of the main page.

Ta R

[socialites]

Details are easy - 19/20th Jan is official. Same route as last year.

Great, now that the Date and Place is final, the accomadation is booked and paid for in Failie and Alexander, and we know the route is the same as 2012, the only question I have and this might not nessesarily be directed at cooneyr, is the following:
Is there another organised ride from Christchurch to Fairlie like there was in 2012? and who was it that organised it?

[ADVGD]

Is there another organised ride from Christchurch to Fairlie like there was in 2012? and who was it that organised it?

Matt (mattsdakar) normally organises the run from Chch to the DB1K start point each year, I am presuming he will be doing the same this year. He normally starts a thread specifically for it

[GPS MAN]

Looking forward to another one: Think I will bring the 530 this year though..:shit:

Don't think Stephen is making the trip...so I am told:scooter:

[Aslan]

Looking forward to another one: Think I will bring the 530 this year though..:shit:

Don't think Stephen is making the trip...so I am told:scooter:

Hiya Wade - et al - bush telegraph works well - yip, this summer I thought I'd do the Waiouru Adventure Ride - cost containment and still recovering my mojo - TAT still on my wish list - have fun on the awesome DB1k :)

[buggsubique]

Hiya Wade - et al - bush telegraph works well - yip, this summer I thought I'd do the Waiouru Adventure Ride - cost containment and still recovering my mojo - TAT still on my wish list - have fun on the awesome DB1k :)

When's the Waiouru one? sounds tempting...if the AT is up and running by then.

[MXNUT]

Looking forward to another one: Think I will bring the 530 this year though..:shit:


Yep I Cant wait, is it January yet :woohoo::woohoo:

[clint640]

When's the Waiouru one? sounds tempting...if the AT is up and running by then.

You're organising it mate so you get to decide :laugh: The last one was great, we all want to do it again. :yes:

Looks like there will be a solid North Is contingent for the DB1k, need to think about a few tracks, pubs & camping spots to take in on the way to & from.

Cheers
Clint

[cooneyr]

....Looks like there will be a solid North Is contingent for the DB1k, need to think about a few tracks, pubs & camping spots to take in on the way to & from.

Cheers
Clint

Calling all SI ADV Riders
I fear Clint is right.

Fair bit of talk about the DB1k following the 2012 DB1k and at the at the Long Way Around amongst them's northerns with the right number of fingers.

Don't leave me to be ambushed - brings yas banjos ta drive em home afterways! :shit::laugh:

Cheers R

[Crim]

Accomodation booked :woohoo:

Now when, same as last year, work means I can't make it, who wants the accomodation - Woodman?? :facepalm:

[cold comfort]

Hiya Wade - et al - bush telegraph works well - yip, this summer I thought I'd do the Waiouru Adventure Ride - cost containment and still recovering my mojo - TAT still on my wish list - have fun on the awesome DB1k :)

Sorry to hear that. Was looking froward to an annual catch-up. Bit worried I might be the oldest one there now :dodge: I assume you are healing well regardless which has to be good.

[Aslan]

When's the Waiouru one? sounds tempting...if the AT is up and running by then.
Hiya Buggs et al Waiouru event early Jan - I believe it's a fundraiser for defence people - I'll send you a PM with a link Matt

All - I rate DB1k as the best ADV ride bar none - this year it's largely about the cost of getting there from Wellington as we adjust to my reduced semi retired income - I'm an OAP in December ;)

[Aslan]

Sorry to hear that. Was looking froward to an annual catch-up. Bit worried I might be the oldest one there now :dodge: I assume you are healing well regardless which has to be good.


Thanks Mark - I always enjoy time with you - collar bone healing well - a plate and ten screws!

Reach me by PM if you'd like to come up and do the Waiouru event early January

[MXNUT]

Clint is right, Don't leave me to be ambushed - brings yas banjos ta drive em home afterways! :shit::laugh:

Cheers R

Nope, im staying this time. I aint scared of no banjos & purdy boys :love:

[mattsdakar]

Great, now that the Date and Place is final, the accomadation is booked and paid for in Failie and Alexander, and we know the route is the same as 2012, the only question I have and this might not nessesarily be directed at cooneyr, is the following:
Is there another organised ride from Christchurch to Fairlie like there was in 2012? and who was it that organised it?

Guilty as charged
I'm happy to again organise a Christchurch to Fairlie route for the Friday as per last year.
Closer to the time I'll start another thread rather than hijack the DBK1 one.
It will most likely involve meeting around 0900 north west Christchurch and doing similar if not the same route to Fairlie as per 2012
Will have to do some work on logistics as last year keeping 50 odd riders accounted for was a bit like herding cats!
Look forward to catching u all up then
Cheers Matt

[socialites]

Guilty as charged
I'm happy to again organise a Christchurch to Fairlie route for the Friday as per last year.
Closer to the time I'll start another thread rather than hijack the DBK1 one.
It will most likely involve meeting around 0900 north west Christchurch and doing similar if not the same route to Fairlie as per 2012
Will have to do some work on logistics as last year keeping 50 odd riders accounted for was a bit like herding cats!
Look forward to catching u all up then
Cheers Matt

I look forward to the details being posted Matt...thanks again.

[Woodman]

Accomodation booked :woohoo:

Now when, same as last year, work means I can't make it, who wants the accomodation - Woodman?? :facepalm:

If still available i will take it again this year my good KLR bro.

PM me the details etc

Cheers

[alane]

All - I rate DB1k as the best ADV ride bar none - this year it's largely about the cost of getting there from Wellington as we adjust to my reduced semi retired income - I'm an OAP in December ;)

OAP in December !!!!!

Beats me by a whole 4 months ---you old bugger Steven.:laugh:

Does,nt look like I,ll make it either.(to the "Dusty")
Getting kicked out of the farm homestead by my son.And building a new whare down the road.
Be too busy with a hammer & concrete mixer.:shit:

Oh! well ! --- Done it three years running.:woohoo: Three different bikes --Xt600 --Super Sherpa -- Funduro --


Funny thing Aslan ---I,ve got the TAT on the bucket list too. But looked @ so many ride reports on it ,that it could be boring actually rideing it, by the time I get round to it.

Talking of reports --Phreaky Phil,s TAT one was good @ ADV. --- Him ,Dawn & the others were probably lucky to get over the Rockies befor this latest cold spell hit.
CHEERS AL.


P.S. --- TUCKERBAG --- often think of him
.Swopped a pair of dry sox for a feed of cornflakes befor we left on the first morning of the 2010 DB.:weird:
Are you still alive?? -- Or does anyone else know if he,s still kickin???

[Aslan]

OAP in December !!!!!

Beats me by a whole 4 months ---you old bugger Steven.:laugh:

Does,nt look like I,ll make it either.(to the "Dusty")
Getting kicked out of the farm homestead by my son.And building a new whare down the road.
Be too busy with a hammer & concrete mixer.:shit:

Oh! well ! --- Done it three years running.:woohoo: Three different bikes --Xt600 --Super Sherpa -- Funduro --


Funny thing Aslan ---I,ve got the TAT on the bucket list too. But looked @ so many ride reports on it ,that it could be boring actually rideing it, by the time I get round to it.

Talking of reports --Phreaky Phil,s TAT one was good @ ADV. --- Him ,Dawn & the others were probably lucky to get over the Rockies befor this latest cold spell hit.
CHEERS AL.


P.S. --- TUCKERBAG --- often think of him
.Swopped a pair of dry sox for a feed of cornflakes befor we left on the first morning of the 2010 DB.:weird:
Are you still alive?? -- Or does anyone else know if he,s still kickin???

Hi Al - great to hear from you - good friendships forged on the DB eh?

Your neck of the woods - Forgotten World is among my favourites - keep in touch - who knows we may stitch something together for us 'senior' ADV riders

Yeh I read Phil's report last night - not sure I have the skill / gonads for some of the more challenging sections - eg where the navigation became suspect in Oregon - still musing on it and counting the cost

Stay in touch - send me a PM if you like see if we can 'hook up' over summer - Cheers Aslan aka Stephen O (old fart)

PS Tuckerbag last seen on the small bore challenge - Little Honda 2010 - had a Thai meal with him at Alex :)

[Padmei]

Speaking of Thai dinners where was there no place to eat when we arrrived back - some pub somewhere?
Wonder if it would be worthwhile asking if the local chippy could stay open later that nite -or was there no local chippy? Can't remember - brain was frozen - thank God Struan was there to guide us home.

[Transalper]

LOL, Ryan and I had tea in Omarama before heading in to the Black Forest. That worked out fairly well.

[cooneyr]

LOL, Ryan and I had tea in Omarama before heading in to the Black Forest. That worked out fairly well.

Worked out pretty well except I had to spend a bit of time talking to guy at Black forest and ended up riding back over mackenzies in the dark. Every time I touched the brakes my headlight dimmed. Now have led tail light!

[NordieBoy]

Worked out pretty well except I had to spend a bit of time talking to guy at Black forest and ended up riding back over mackenzies in the dark. Every time I touched the brakes my headlight dimmed. Now have led tail light!

About a windscreen?

[alane]

Speaking of Thai dinners where was there no place to eat when we arrrived back - some pub somewhere?
Wonder if it would be worthwhile asking if the local chippy could stay open later that nite -or was there no local chippy? Can't remember - brain was frozen - thank God Struan was there to guide us home.

YEP! I agree Padme.
If there is one thing that could be improved upon, its the finish.
It all seems to go a bit flat.
It,d be good to have a place to socialize ,debrief,& have a feed /drink.

Maybe a bit of a survey would be in order?

Perhaps its not happening now as those hero,s:clap: who do the organiseing ,live handy,& just want to get home?

It may be the "far & away" boys that should organise something.

[socialites]

YEP! I agree Padme.
If there is one thing that could be improved upon, its the finish.
It all seems to go a bit flat.
It,d be good to have a place to socialize ,debrief,& have a feed /drink.

Maybe a bit of a survey would be in order?

Perhaps its not happening now as those hero,s:clap: who do the organiseing ,live handy,& just want to get home?

It may be the "far & away" boys that should organise something.

I agree, why not all the "Far and Away" boys meet back at the Gladstone pub in Fairlie, as this is where the ride ends and I know my crew is all spending the night in Fairlie at the Top10, just a suggestion.

[Rosie]

...It may be the "far & away" boys that should organise something.


I agree, why not all the "Far and Away" boys meet back at the Gladstone pub in Fairlie, as this is where the ride ends and I know my crew is all spending the night in Fairlie at the Top10, just a suggestion.

Yes, I think the boys should organise something. Then Nic and I can just show up for the beer :cool:

[socialites]

Yes, I think the boys should organise something. Then Nic and I can just show up for the beer :cool:

Rosie, did you not read the post correctly...it says "far and away" BOYS, no mention of skirts...hahahahaha...only kidding aye...hahahaha

[Rosie]

Rosie, did you not read the post correctly...it says "far and away" BOYS, no mention of skirts...hahahahaha...only kidding aye...hahahaha

*shrug* you are welcome to have your "boys only" do, we'd be quite happy to go and raise the tone of a different establishment :yes:

[socialites]

*shrug* you are welcome to have your "boys only" do, we'd be quite happy to go and raise the tone of a different establishment :yes:

This is Fairlie we talking about, there are no "other" establishments to go raise the tone at....so I guess, as long as you girls sit quietly in the corner, you welcome....hahahaha

[MXNUT]

I agree, why not all the "Far and Away" boys meet back at the Gladstone pub in Fairlie, as this is where the ride ends and I know my crew is all spending the night in Fairlie at the Top10, just a suggestion.

Good point though, last year after my tyre drama i didnt get back to the Gladstone till just after 8.
The publican told me that the kitchen was closed.:(
Although about half an hour later he did bring me out a plate of fish N chips :niceone:, which was greatly appreciated as there was no other place open in fairlie on a sunday night ( not even the servo ).

I guess if enough people commit to eating there on the sunday night we could ask the publican to keep the kitchen open later.

[socialites]

Good point though, last year after my tyre drama i didnt get back to the Gladstone till just after 8.
The publican told me that the kitchen was closed.:(
Although about half an hour later he did bring me out a plate of fish N chips :niceone:, which was greatly appreciated as there was no other place open in fairlie on a sunday night ( not even the servo ).

I guess if enough people commit to eating there on the sunday night we could ask the publican to keep the kitchen open later.

Hey Mark, yeah, with enuff interest, he should agree to keep the pub open longer, I can commit 6 of us for a feed there on Sun night, plus heaps of beverages...hahahaha

[Padmei]

Is there another place rather than the pub there?

[socialites]

Is there another place rather than the pub there?

I cant say that I know of any other place, but if someone else does, we are open to suggestion.

[ADVGD]

Is there another place rather than the pub there?


I cant say that I know of any other place, but if someone else does, we are open to suggestion.

Ryan is half way through organizing an alternative meet and greet place that will have the option of a good feed for the Friday night. I believe this will be followed by a place where everyone can catch up at the end of day 2, have some beers, spin a few yarns about the 2 days of riding and listen to Kenny's stories of how he only fell off 18 times this year!! :bleh:

It is a bit of an anticlimax finishing up a brilliant ride only to roll into a town where nothing is open and you can't even buy a beer. I know most riders will be knackered but swinging back a beer and yarning with other riders is a great way to wind up the ride, hopefully we can convince a local place to stay open for us :drinkup:

My recommendation is for the small pizza place if we can get the guy to stay open. They do a grouse gourmet pizza and are licensed. A group of us found this place by chance on the way back from the Diggers Ride (http://www.adventureguide.co.nz/articles/12/208/diggers-ride.php).

[Transalper]

I was thinking of the Old Library Cafe Pizza place too, I see it's currently closed for renovation but surely that won't take too long.
One little problem is some people start getting back at 4 or 5pm and some are still arriving back approaching midnight.
I'd definitely like to have a end of event gathering.

[socialites]

I was thinking of the Old Library Cafe Pizza place too, I see it's currently closed for renovation but surely that won't take too long.
One little problem is some people start getting back at 4 or 5pm and some are still arriving back approaching midnight.
I'd definitely like to have a end of event gathering.

We would be happy to catch up anywhere, be it the Gladstone or the Old Library, as long as a bevvy can be had and some lies can be told....hahaha

[gpcustom]

Im pretty keen on giving this ride ago. Ive watched some of the you tube vids looks amazing:banana:.

How far is it from the begining of the trail to the next fuel station. I have a ktm 525exc ive fitted a 13l tank but i can also carrier a 5l can on the back of the bike would this be enough. At this stage its just gana be me unless i can talk a couple of mates into doing it aswell. Ive done a few trips form my house in dunedin to centrall otago going the back ways i can easly get to alexzandra befor refilling the tank

[Hillbilly110]

I was thinking of the Old Library Cafe Pizza place too, I see it's currently closed for renovation but surely that won't take too long.
One little problem is some people start getting back at 4 or 5pm and some are still arriving back approaching midnight.
I'd definitely like to have a end of event gathering.

Me and Rangi have eight in our group this year and are keen to socialise after. Anywhere suits us in Fairlie.

[thepom]

I ll come along this year and bring my book of excuses for all the times I fall off....and a beer at the end is always a good idea.....

[Padmei]

I was wondering if there was a local community group like volunteer fire brigade/school that could do bit of a bbq with slads & beers as a fundraiser? obviously there are probs with those arriving late however if they had a close off at say 9.30 for cooking or left it so those arriving late could cook themselves a few snarlers.
Just throwing theings aroiund here. i know I was pretty buggered at the end of last years & just really wanted to hit the sack.

As it is getting alarmingly closer I want to hear your guys thoughts on the koha for Ryan. I'm happy to collect it as my gambling addiction is just about under control now.

The was a great response from the regulars here that appreciate the hard yards Ryan does for the pleasure of being able to ride with us.

The nominal amount most paid last year was $40. You have to agree that is fricking cheap for a well organised event. (apart from the weather - Ryan get your arse into gear & fix that this year)
Some that have done safaris or in a comfortable financial position donated larger amounts over $100 which was very generous of them.

I am proposing an amount of $60 per rider for the event. That is $30 a day - less than $3 an hour of riding time/ one tank full per day/ 3 flat whites & scones/ bank fees for one month/ half a handjob - you get the picture.

What do you guys think of this? I was also going to do the collecting on the Friday evening at the pub briefing for ease of payment as everyone can bring cash with them from their original destination & not have to worry about internet banking/ ATM machines etc. Also there may be a few tagalongs that may not be part of the KB community who may need a headsup to bring some cash before departing.


Of course this is a KOHA so if you are in the young kids/ big mortgage/ low cashflow scenario & running on the smell of an oily rag please don't feel compelled to donate or let this cost be the financial straw on your camels back - we are all here to escape reality for a few days, ride motorbikes & enjoy the company of other smelly scruffy maniacs.

Get back to me with your thoughts. You can pm me if you don't feel comfortable going public:niceone:

[Transalper]

Im pretty keen on giving this ride ago. Ive watched some of the you tube vids looks amazing:banana:.

How far is it from the begining of the trail to the next fuel station. I have a ktm 525exc ive fitted a 13l tank but i can also carrier a 5l can on the back of the bike would this be enough. At this stage its just gana be me unless i can talk a couple of mates into doing it aswell. Ive done a few trips form my house in dunedin to centrall otago going the back ways i can easly get to alexzandra befor refilling the tank

Think the biggest distance last year between garages was Lawerance to Omarama at 290km.
Have a look at the fuel stop chart .pdf from last year to get an idea of fuel stop options and distance between.... click here to view (http://db1k.com/rider-downloads/db1k-2013-fuel-stops.pdf)

[gpcustom]

Think the biggest distance last year between garages was Lawerance to Omarama at 290km.
Have a look at the fuel stop chart .pdf from last year to get an idea of fuel stop options and distance between.... click here to view (http://db1k.com/rider-downloads/db1k-2013-fuel-stops.pdf)

Thanks Translaper . I was showing the guys at work your youtube video this moring. Im defintly keen as. So do most of you trailer your bikes up and then go from there. I take it there is some where to leave cars parked??

[Transalper]

Lots of people ride there, some trailer, I've done it both ways. Some guys riding to the start from or through Christchurch do an extra ADV ride from Christchurch on the Friday on the way there.
Good thing about the actual DB1k is since it finishes where it starts you can trailer there no worries and the Pub has so far been happy to have stuff left there while we are riding, they are usually booked out for the Friday and some people stay again Sunday.
I'm not sure what I'll do this time, it is really really nice to drive home after it's over but if I van down I will not be able to do the Friday adventure as well.

[Steelie]

Accommodation is all booked Friday and Sunday in Fairly Top Ten. So beers etc Sunday night is a must. More than happy to donate/Koha etc

Where might you " far and aways "from the north be staying Thursday night? Im driving my ute to Christchurch airport and leaving it there. Bit of Lower South tour with family after the weekend planned.

[cooneyr]

About a windscreen?

Summit like that.


Ryan is half way through organizing an alternative meet and greet place that will have the option of a good feed for the Friday night. .....

This I am. Family and I are planing a trip down in couple of weekends to sort all this out. Will make some enquires about the Sunday as well.


Me and Rangi have eight in our group this year and are keen to socialise after. Anywhere suits us in Fairlie.

Ya what - 8 ya say. More bloody north islanders to look after :baby:


....I want to hear your guys thoughts on the koha for Ryan. I'm happy to collect it as my gambling addiction is just about under control now....

I've been trying to think of an easier way to do this and have hit upon the idea of a rider being able to nominate any donation amount when registering. Saves you from having to wrestle with your inner demons :msn-wink:

Cheers R

[socialites]

I've been trying to think of an easier way to do this and have hit upon the idea of a rider being able to nominate any donation amount when registering. Saves you from having to wrestle with your inner demons :msn-wink:

Cheers R

Thats a great idea, if a Koha column can be added on the registration page, that would be great, all payments can be concluded on registration.

[socialites]

Accommodation is all booked Friday and Sunday in Fairly Top Ten. So beers etc Sunday night is a must. More than happy to donate/Koha etc

Where might you " far and aways "from the north be staying Thursday night? Im driving my ute to Christchurch airport and leaving it there.

Our crew of 6 also spending Sun Night at Fairlie Top 10 (as well as Fri Night Prior) so a catchup, no matter where, will occur. As for Thursday night, we at the Riccarton Holiday Park, arriving there after spending the week prior doing a tour back country from Picton.

[Racing Dave]

I am proposing an amount of $60 per rider for the event. That is $30 a day - less than $3 an hour of riding time/ one tank full per day/ 3 flat whites & scones/ bank fees for one month/ half a handjob - you get the picture.

:

Which half?

[socialites]

Which half?

We can only hope its the "happy" half....hahahaha

[Padmei]

Sounds good Ryan. I will put plan B into action & send out emails to those on the DB list for investment in a great little scheme I'm involved with with the cousin of the rightful exiled king of Nigeria.

[NordieBoy]

Sounds good Ryan. I will put plan B into action & send out emails to those on the DB list for investment in a great little scheme I'm involved with with the cousin of the rightful exiled king of Nigeria.

He doesn't have a container of pristine Basics does he?

[cooneyr]

He doesn't have a container of pristine Basics does he?

For one of those I'd organise you 5* accommodation and personally guide you ;)

Cheers R

[brp]

Whats the go with the accommodation side of things guys and gals ?

"Take it" each day finishes back in Farlie ? So ya book for the Friday, Saturday ? (Sunday night if required)

[Transalper]

No, start in Fairlie, finish in Fairlie but if you doing the two dayer you stop over around Alexander Saturday night.
http://www.db1k.com/2013/accommodation.php

[brp]

Cheers :2thumbsup

[gpcustom]

Im realy looking forward to this. I see some of you have allready started booking your accomadtion early so i geuss i should get my ass into gear aswell. Im trying to get my bike sorted ive made a rear carrier awhile back but it has since broken twice. I have just made pannier frame work to go over my side covers to keep them off the exhaust and tied them in with my rear carrier so will load it up and do some testing. I will have to get my self a gps aswell. Is there anyone going from dunedin. Im hoping i can tag along on the ride with some others

[gpcustom]

heres a pic of my frame work. i might make a alloy bash plate yet aswell not sure tho as the plastic one works well anyway

How many riders were there last year

[NordieBoy]

heres a pic of my frame work. i might make a alloy bash plate yet aswell not sure tho as the plastic one works well anyway

How many riders were there last year

Around 120 riders this year...


You have to make an alloy one or we'll loose all respect for you...

[Transalper]

Yep, and to see the trend for make/model/24hour or 2-dayer...
http://www.db1k.com/2012/riders.php

[gpcustom]

Around 120 riders this year...


You have to make an alloy one or we'll loose all respect for you...

i had to open my big mouth didnt i. Alot of dr 650 do the ride dont they

I see coldcomfort done it last year i have meet him befor. And done a couple of jobs for him i might get hold of him and see if hes going on this trip. The guys that do the 24hour Challenge must be stuffed at the end

[alane]

The guys that do the 24hour Challenge must be stuffed at the end


YEP !!

Then we mount them ,on the wall above the fireplace. :killingme

[gpcustom]

It will be nice to meet you guys aswell as ive made a few of you bashplates. NordieBoy seems a very helpfull & knowledgeable fella. Along with alot of others on here

For me going back to a dirt bike is the best thing i could have done. Ive always loved it.The road bike thing just isnt for me:2thumbsup

[cynna]

heres a pic of my frame work. i might make a alloy bash plate yet aswell not sure tho as the plastic one works well anyway

How many riders were there last year

my plastic xr one has worked well but did get a hole on the 2011 ride - did its job and saved the engine

[cold comfort]

Im realy looking forward to this. I see some of you have allready started booking your accomadtion early so i geuss i should get my ass into gear aswell. Im trying to get my bike sorted ive made a rear carrier awhile back but it has since broken twice. I have just made pannier frame work to go over my side covers to keep them off the exhaust and tied them in with my rear carrier so will load it up and do some testing. I will have to get my self a gps aswell. Is there anyone going from dunedin. Im hoping i can tag along on the ride with some others

Hi Chris. Good to see you going off road finally. I am going again this year. Happy to hang out with the locals. Haven't got anything booked for Alex yet so if you or any others are looking at a bulk deal count me in. As for luggage, got fed up with stuff falling off the KTM and ordered a Giant Loop roll from Aussie.( they are not cheap tho so it will have to be my Xmas present). Re GPS- I prefer the roll chart. Its cheap and functional (not to mention superbly organised by Ryan et al) It works better for my crap aging eyesight too!

[gpcustom]

Hi Chris. Good to see you going off road finally. I am going again this year. Happy to hang out with the locals. Haven't got anything booked for Alex yet so if you or any others are looking at a bulk deal count me in. As for luggage, got fed up with stuff falling off the KTM and ordered a Giant Loop roll from Aussie.( they are not cheap tho so it will have to be my Xmas present). Re GPS- I prefer the roll chart. Its cheap and functional (not to mention superbly organised by Ryan et al) It works better for my crap aging eyesight too!

Sweet sounds good to me will have to catch up with you. Would be good to talk about the ride and so on. I might beable to get a house in Alex as my wifes work has a holiday house they are allowed to use but will have to find out more about it. As for the gps i still want to get one as im always out riding by myself and it would be good to see where some of these tracks go (dead ends or not)

I cant wait this will be the bigest adveture ride ive ever done. I was sold on it as soon as i seen the pics/videos bloody amazing country. so big thanks to Ryan and all involved in seeting up this mammoth ride

[GPS MAN]

Accommodation booked...looking forward to another Great Ride!

Thanks Again, Ryan!

[Woodman]

Booked, fourth DB for me and the KLR. Time for a new bike??? naaa.

BTW , got the last room at The Gladstone.

[Padmei]

Jeez what's with all the preplanning? IIRC we hadn't even booked accom till Jan last time? Where's the adventure in having everything planned?

[_Shrek_]

Jeez what's with all the preplanning? IIRC we hadn't even booked accom till Jan last time? Where's the adventure in having everything planned?

or maybe just a slack bugga like one or two others :facepalm: are you doing the nana route or the extra's?

[ADVGD]

Hey ya _Shrek_, presumably you are riding your GS this year? And is your lad joining us again, or more to the point, showing his old man how its done :p

[Trials Rider]

Hey ya _Shrek_, presumably you are riding your GS this year? And is your lad joining us again, or more to the point, showing his old man how its done :p

Shrek is taking the Nana route this time instead of the Awakino which suits me :woohoo:, I am not riding the rena ship over there again :no: DR650 felt like a trials bike after that ride, yes mini me will come with us over the top.

[cooneyr]

Booked, fourth DB for me and the KLR. Time for a new bike??? naaa.

BTW , got the last room at The Gladstone.

Got me thinking. Started the event in 2007 and I've started every year since - thats 6 starts so far. Failed to finish in 07 (pace was too slow), 09 (recovered two broken down bikes), 10 (Small bore challenge that turned into a small bore vs small bore tow). Also had to skip the Awakino challange in 2010 due to bike issues.

So from 6 starts so far, I've finished 3 and not taken my preferred route on one. Not good!

Nobody is allowed to break down or need help (drowned bike :shutup:) this year, ya here.

Cheers R

[Trials Rider]

Got me thinking. Started the event in 2007 and I've started every year since - thats 6 starts so far. Failed to finish in 07 (pace was too slow), 09 (recovered two broken down bikes), 10 (Small bore challenge that turned into a small bore vs small bore tow). Also had to skip the Awakino challange in 2010 due to bike issues.

So from 6 starts so far, I've finished 3 and not taken my preferred route on one. Not good!

Nobody is allowed to break down or need help (drowned bike :shutup:) this year, ya here.

Cheers R

Shit who would do such a silly thing :facepalm:?????????????????? .................... ?????????????????

Forsale pontoons to fit KLR650 any takers ??????????????:devil2:

[Padmei]

or maybe just a slack bugga like one or two others :facepalm: are you doing the nana route or the extra's?

Nana route for me my friend. Unless it's raining & snowing again then I'll just get heli lifted out of there & droped off somewhere where it's sumer

[_Shrek_]

Hey ya _Shrek_, presumably you are riding your GS this year? And is your lad joining us again, or more to the point, showing his old man how its done :p

aye that will be the plan, the Off-spring will go over the Awakino with Trials rider & I'm taking the nana route with Tr's brother this time, it hurt to much last year, even after eating 16 codien tabs :wacko: in 20mins (look at me no hands) & it took 4 months for the knee etc to come right, not sure if it had anything to do with riding out or getting back on the next day & riding back to Farlie :rolleyes:

still have my on an XT600 but just don't have the coin, so the Rena will do it again & I just had the seat modified so will be a good test for it

but it will be good to catch with ya & the rest for :apint:

[NordieBoy]

Some new roadbook creation software may be coming soon...
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?p=19843509#post19843509

[brp]

What tyres ya got ya steads shod with for the dusty ?

E07's good enough for the challenge sections ?

[Trials Rider]

What tyres ya got ya steads shod with for the dusty ?

E07's good enough for the challenge sections ?

I run E07 rear, TKC80 front and they work just fine even in the snow last year, the main thing is not to have crap tyres, crap tyre are just hard work and that goes for any brand.

[Woodman]

What tyres ya got ya steads shod with for the dusty ?

E07's good enough for the challenge sections ?

I have always run knobs front and rear T63,eo9,mt21, all good but one dusty = 1 rear tyre for me. This year just got a new mt21 front and gonna run something smoother on the back, probarbly Shinko 244. Grip is not rarely an issue on the dusty but I do like the stopping ability on gravel of a knob compared to a smooth tyre.

[Woodman]

Nobody is allowed to break down or need help (drowned bike :shutup:) this year, ya here.

Cheers R




Shit who would do such a silly thing :facepalm:?????????????????? .................... ?????????????????

Forsale pontoons to fit KLR650 any takers ??????????????:devil2:

How many times do I have to explain it?

There was no other way through, someone had to be the guinea pig:innocent:

[Transalper]

...There was no other way through...:
Yea, no other way except the way everyone else went.... around ! :laugh:



and to the tyre question... I'm one of those who chooses decent knobblies, I like all the help I can get and always happy with my choice when the weather turns but yes, others have used lesser tyres in the past with some success. Your XR650 isn't exactly a hugely heavy bike either.

[NordieBoy]

What tyres ya got ya steads shod with for the dusty ?

E07's good enough for the challenge sections ?
E07 rear and something knobblish in front (D606/MT21 etc) would be perfect.

Apart from the snow, 705's were fine last time.

For the record, I would also like to note that plenty of people running knobs fell off in the snow. No-one running 705's front and rear did :shifty:

[NordieBoy]

Your XR650 isn't exactly a hugely heavy bike either.

The problem with the XR is the power delivery. Lacking in bottom end smoothness and a real kick in mid range and up top does not engender itself to the more roady oriented tyres...

Knobs and steering with the throttle - yes :scooter:

[JATZ]

FYI... There is now 24 hr fuel in Kurow (card only) 91 and for the klr riders diesel is available. Turn right at the 4square.

[gpcustom]

E07 rear and something knobblish in front (D606/MT21 etc) would be perfect.

Apart from the snow, 705's were fine last time.

For the record, I would also like to note that plenty of people running knobs fell off in the snow. No-one running 705's front and rear did :shifty:

I'm running full road legal knobleys front and rear (Bridgestone)
Ive only ever run knobs on it

[NordieBoy]

I'm running full road legal knobleys front and rear (Bridgestone)
Ive only ever run knobs on it

Not sure yet if I can make it down again, but it'll be on Shinko 705's whether it's the on the 350 or 650.

[Trials Rider]

Not sure yet if I can make it down again, but it'll be on Shinko 705's whether it's the on the 350 or 650.

Hey Nordie, if you are coming down you are welcome to crash here again no probs, Deb said she will feed you properly this time (no greens):laugh:

[Trials Rider]

I'm running full road legal knobleys front and rear (Bridgestone)
Ive only ever run knobs on it

Bridgestone what?

[gpcustom]

Bridgestone what?

Black rubber ones:innocent:

Bridgestone Gritty-ED668

[Trials Rider]

Black rubber ones:innocent:

Bridgestone Gritty-ED668

Blacks rubber ones, awesome I have all the information I need:confused:

What sort of kms do you get out of them?

[gpcustom]

I havnt run these bridgestone ones befor. My last set i got around 2000k out of them. The rear was right down to the canvas. I think my last set was Dunlop will have to chec my receipt's

What do you normaly run

[Trials Rider]

I havnt run these bridgestone ones befor. My last set i got around 2000k out of them. The rear was right down to the canvas. I think my last set was Dunlop will have to chec my receipt's

What do you normaly run

E07 rear, TKC80 front, got 6000K out of them, E07 was 1/2 to 2/3 worn and the TKC80 was about the same, the E07 seem to last well and hang on well with reasonable road manors and reasonable off road, being a chevron pattern they dont do side hill that well or step down hill in mud but in a straight line forward they clear well.

The TKC is a softer compound and a good all round jack of all trades type tyre but master of nothing.

[brp]

Cheers All

Good point about the better stopping power on shingle with knobbs, and being tyre prepared for if the weather changes

Yeah Nordie nothing like having dual steering :msn-wink:


Seems to be quite a few punctures on the dusty or is that down to the sheer volume of bikes ? The terrain ?

Are some tyres better at resisting punctures over others, types of tread patterns ? Do any of ya's run heavy duty tubes ?

[ADVGD]

Seems to be quite a few punctures on the dusty or is that down to the sheer volume of bikes ? The terrain ?

Ryan has a twisted sense of humour, before each DB1K event he litters the challenge section with nails and broken glass. He then stands idly by with a video camera in hand to capture the chaos he has caused, his evil laughter fills the Awakino Valley and can be heard from many miles away :laugh:



The Awakino challenge section is very rocky and has a reputation for lots of punctures, not just the rocky sections, the random rocks under tussock and around blind corners, ain't that right junkmanjoe?

http://www.adventureguide.co.nz/articles/12/71/images/DB1K-36.jpg

[Woodman]

Three dustys and 2 punctures so far. One rear and one slow leak in the front which became a fast leak towards the end of day two. Managed to get to Fairle by stopping and pumping then riding for about 8ks before things got wobbly again. Then rinse and repeat.

Yes to h/d tubes.

[_Shrek_]

Cheers All


Seems to be quite a few punctures on the dusty or is that down to the sheer volume of bikes ? The terrain ?

Are some tyres better at resisting punctures over others, types of tread patterns ? Do any of ya's run heavy duty tubes ?

jmj got snake bite after he hit a rock or pot hole to long a go to remember :confused: but HD tubes yes as they do take a lot more, I run tubbless saves alot of hassel but I do carry tubes just in case it realy turns to shyte

[brp]

Three dustys and 2 punctures so far. One rear and one slow leak in the front which became a fast leak towards the end of day two. Managed to get to Fairle by stopping and pumping then riding for about 8ks before things got wobbly again. Then rinse and repeat.

Yes to h/d tubes.

"Scans back up the thread to see what folk said they shod their stead with" :D

"Crikey" - dare say a knobblie like the T63 I'm currently running would be more susceptible to a puncture than an E07 (Rear's)


Kool photo ADVGD - yah's look hardcore !

[NordieBoy]

Kool photo ADVGD - yah's look hardcore !

It's the dark sunnies and the mullet that does it...

[Woodman]

"Scans back up the thread to see what folk said they shod their stead with" :D

"Crikey" - dare say a knobblie like the T63 I'm currently running would be more susceptible to a puncture than an E07 (Rear's)


Kool photo ADVGD - yah's look hardcore !

T63s are an ass to change too. Very stiff sidewalls. E09 is very easy and compliant to change.

[Trials Rider]

T63s are an ass to change too. Very stiff sidewalls. E09 is very easy and compliant to change.

Well you need boxing gloves, a base ball bat, 2 litres of KY, alot of swearing and an Iwi liaison Officer to change an E07, it felt like I was trying to fit a 17" tyre on and 18" rim.

On the up side you can run them down to about 5psi and they wont roll of the rim.

Down side is with not much air in they sink in water so no good on a KLR650 in water holes :lol: :killingme :nya: :banana:

[gpcustom]

Im lost with all this T63 & E09:( What brand are these

[Transalper]

Michelin T63 (http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/2/29/393/19852/ITEM/Michelin-T63-Dual-Sport-Rear-Tire.aspx)


Mitas E07 and E08 and C02 (http://dasmoto.co.nz/tyres) and some other favourites.

[Trials Rider]

Im lost with all this T63 & E09:( What brand are these

Oh shit didnt anybody give you the secret hand shake :eek5:

Just kidding, they are tyre part numbers

http://www.michelin.co.uk/motorcycles/michelin-t63

http://www.motorcycletyres.net.au/tyres/safari/index.html

For god sake dont ask the question, "what is the best tyre" :no: :no: you will get shot and that's the easy bit :ar15::eek5: and then :weep: and then :Police:

[brp]

It's the dark sunnies and the mullet that does it...

That and the fact they can get the beaurepaires guy to travel that far out :cool:

[clint640]

T63s are an ass to change too. Very stiff sidewalls. E09 is very easy and compliant to change.


Well you need boxing gloves, a base ball bat, 2 litres of KY, alot of swearing and an Iwi liaison Officer to change an E07, it felt like I was trying to fit a 17" tyre on and 18" rim.
:

Maybe it's a 17" rim thing? I've never had too many issues putting any of those on the KTM.

After careful consideration of all the factors influencing wear, traction, handling, puncture resistance, KY jelly & baseball bats I have decided that, for the DB1K I will run tyres that are round & black. ;)

Clint

[Trials Rider]

Maybe it's a 17" rim thing? I've never had too many issues putting any of those on the KTM.

After careful consideration of all the factors influencing wear, traction, handling, puncture resistance, KY jelly & baseball bats I have decided that, for the DB1K I will run tyres that are round & black. ;)

Clint

I love the scientific approach (round & black) works every time

[NordieBoy]

Maybe it's a 17" rim thing? I've never had too many issues putting any of those on the KTM.

More a DR thing...

[cooneyr]

Well you need boxing gloves, a base ball bat, 2 litres of KY, alot of swearing and an Iwi liaison Officer .....

Your starting to make the DB sound like, some sort of sado masichistic get together. The pain bit may well be right but I'm not sure about the other bit!


....Down side is with not much air in they sink in water so no good on a KLR650 in water holes :lol: :killingme :nya: :banana:

This will never grow tiring me thinks ;)


On another note watch for a big announcement fellas (if you haven't seen it already in one of the magazines).

Cheers R

[cooneyr]

My big announcement - good news for me so good news for you!

Shoei and RK Racing Chain Sponsorship

In one of the most significant moves since the DB1k creation, this year Shoei and RK Racing Chain have sponsored the event. This sponsorship has greatly assisted with keeping the event free of entry fees, so a say a special thank you to these sponsors. If you need something that they offer it'd be a nice gesture to help them since they have helped us.

http://www.db1k.com/images/sponsors/Shoei-wb.jpg (http://www.whites.co.nz/products/shoei/list.aspx) http://www.db1k.com/images/sponsors/rk-racing-chain-wb.jpg (http://www.whites.co.nz/products/RK/1708.aspx)

Check out the updated webpage www.db1k.com

Cheers
Ryan

[_Shrek_]

My big announcement - good news for me so good news for you!

Shoei and RK Racing Chain Sponsorship

In one of the most significant moves since the DB1k creation, this year Shoei and RK Racing Chain have sponsored the event. This sponsorship has greatly assisted with keeping the event free of entry fees, so a say a special thank you to these sponsors. If you need something that they offer it'd be a nice gesture to help them since they have helped us.

Cheers
Ryan

great news Ryan :clap:

as there are two bikes with chains :weep: in this house hold which use RK chain

[.chris]

Congrats on the sponsorship!

Really looking forward to this years ride, 2010 was the best adventure ride I have ever done and 2013 is looking even better.

[thepom]

Good news with the sponsorship....Ill be needing chains soon......

[brp]

Well Done :niceone: cracker having quality sponsors

[Woodman]

Great news and good work. :banana:

[gpcustom]

:banana:Great news:clap:

I will fit a new RK chain for the trip

[_Shrek_]

This sponsorship has greatly assisted with keeping the event free of entry fees,

:shifty: maybe you could just charge the norfies so that we can have a paaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaarrrrrrrteeeeeee :baby:

[mattsdakar]

Alright guys have started a thread to registering for the Friday ride from Christchurch to Fairlie for "The Dusty Butt" ,take a look and register if you want to join us
Cheers Matt
(Can some smarty pants link the threads please, I can't be arsed readng how!) :brick:
NB: Created separate thread because I don't want to hijak this thread with queries about the other

Thread: http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/153981-Christchurch-to-Dusty-Butt-Fri-18th-Jan-2014

[MXNUT]

My big announcement - good news for me so good news for you!

Shoei and RK Racing Chain Sponsorship

In one of the most significant moves since the DB1k creation, this year Shoei and RK Racing Chain have sponsored the event. This sponsorship has greatly assisted with keeping the event free of entry fees, so a say a special thank you to these sponsors. If you need something that they offer it'd be a nice gesture to help them since they have helped us.

Check out the updated webpage www.db1k.com

Cheers
Ryan

Well i was going to put a new chain and sprocket set on for the Dusty and associated trip anyway so RK it is.

Bits4bikes ( Whites ) generally does pretty good deals anyhow, so its not any hardship.

Happy to support any sponsor of such a great event - well done Keith L:2thumbsup

[NordieBoy]

My $99 RK 520KRO lasted 4,000km on the TT before the links were very bound up and it was unusable.
A $150 RK 520EXW lasted 14,000km on the DR...

The DR is now at 13,000km on a Torpedo7 $80 EK 520X and the TT is wearing a $115 DID 520V.

I found the cheap RK's either stretched or bound up really quickly. The mid-range ones are much better.

[Padmei]

My $99 RK 520KRO lasted 4,000km on the TT before the links were very bound up and it was unusable.
A $150 RK 520EXW lasted 14,000km on the DR...

The DR is now at 13,000km on a Torpedo7 $80 EK 520X and the TT is wearing a $115 DID 520V.

I found the cheap RK's either stretched or bound up really quickly. The mid-range ones are much better.

But good on them for sponsoring the event anyway :brick:

[NordieBoy]

But good on them for sponsoring the event anyway :brick:

Yep. A mid-range RK is next up for the DR.

[alane]

My big announcement - good news for me so good news for you!

Shoei and RK Racing Chain Sponsorship

In one of the most significant moves since the DB1k creation, this year Shoei and RK Racing Chain have sponsored the event. This sponsorship has greatly assisted with keeping the event free of entry fees, so a say a special thank you to these sponsors. If you need something that they offer it'd be a nice gesture to help them since they have helped us.

http://www.db1k.com/images/sponsors/Shoei-wb.jpg (http://www.whites.co.nz/products/shoei/list.aspx) http://www.db1k.com/images/sponsors/rk-racing-chain-wb.jpg (http://www.whites.co.nz/products/RK/1708.aspx)

Check out the updated webpage www.db1k.com

Cheers
Ryan



Tell me not to be nosey ,if you like.:nono: But do you just get a lump sum to spend how you like?
I.E. Petrol --- bike maintenence -- accommadation -- phone calls etc?
Or is it just for advertiseing?

I dont suppose the sponsers product will be distributed?? (not like the ride is a race where prizes are given out)




AND ---- How doe,s Padmei,s "KOHA" now stand??

CHEERS AL.

[brp]

Do ya normally all meet at a pub on the saturday night in Alexandra for a few quiets .... or something

Wondering what best camping ground location is ?


Cheers

[Padmei]

Tell me not to be nosey ,if you like.:nono: But do you just get a lump sum to spend how you like?
I.E. Petrol --- bike maintenence -- accommadation -- phone calls etc?
Or is it just for advertiseing?

I dont suppose the sponsers product will be distributed?? (not like the ride is a race where prizes are given out)

AND ---- How doe,s Padmei,s "KOHA" now stand??

CHEERS AL.

good question Al

I initated the koha really just to let us show our appreciation of the hard work Ryan has done setting up this ride. I just stepped up to organise it as I felt people woud want to help Ryan cover costs etc & give him a bit of tyre money. I'm not sure wht the sponsorship deal involves & not sure it's mine or anyone elses business - no offense inferred to you Al or anyone else.

I am not involved in any way with the organisation of the ride but do participate in it.

I'm not sure what happens from here with regards to the koha. Ryan did post that he would include a donation amount in the entry form making me redundant. (I really needed the money this year for a cool pyramid selling scheme I am secretly trying to set up)

Ryan send me a PM if you wish & let me know if the sponsorship deal covers your costs & leaves a bit for tyre money, as I woud be happy to collect it & pass it on again.


The only concern I have & have had for the last couple of years is the running of an event (with with sponsorship money now must fall under that category) involving riding motorcycles on public roads for 24hrs. I reckon that should be given some consideration.


Edit - just read the updated website page & not sure if anything I said is relevant anyway.

[alane]

YEP! --- Fair enough Padmei. ---

Hopefully Ryan will enlighten us,more ,given a bit of time.

Cheers Al.

[cooneyr]

Tell me not to be nosey ,if you like.:nono: ..............AND ---- How doe,s Padmei,s "KOHA" now stand??

CHEERS AL.

Sorry Al, really not appropriate to tell. I can say that the sponsorship helps go some way to cover costs to organise the ride.


I initated the koha really just to let us show our appreciation of the hard work Ryan has done setting up this ride.......I'm not sure what happens from here with regards to the koha. Ryan did post that he would include a donation amount in the entry form making me redundant.

The only concern I have & have had for the last couple of years is the running of an event (with with sponsorship money now must fall under that category) involving riding motorcycles on public roads for 24hrs. I reckon that should be given some consideration.
......

Your work with the koha was much appreciated Padders. ADVGD has already set up a way of making an optional donation if you want too as part of the registration process. Couple of final things to do and registration page should be sorted.

Re public roads and event, I've done a bit of homework and the short story is that I don't charge an entry fee because of liability reasons. Donations and the sponsorship go a long way to helping cover costs to organise and run the ride.

Cheers R

[gpcustom]

Sorry Al, really not appropriate to tell. I can say that the sponsorship helps go some way to cover costs to organise the ride.



Your work with the koha was much appreciated Padders. ADVGD has already set up a way of making an optional donation if you want too as part of the registration process. Couple of final things to do and registration page should be sorted.

Re public roads and event, I've done a bit of homework and the short story is that I don't charge an entry fee because of liability reasons. Donations and the sponsorship go a long way to helping cover costs to organise and run the ride.

Cheers R

Good on you. I couldnt even start to think how much work you must put into setting something like this up. So thanks for your hard work and thanks to all involved and top marks for the sponsors :woohoo:

[alane]

Good on you. I couldnt even start to think how much work you must put into setting something like this up. So thanks for your hard work and thanks to all involved and top marks for the sponsors :woohoo:


:corn::corn::drinknsin

[gpcustom]

ive been working on the bike to try get it where i want it. Today i made 2 stainless steel fuel cans. They hold just over 1liter each so should get me out of trouble if i need it:crazy:

There not quit finished yet but almost there

[Transalper]

Stainless fuel bottles sound heavy, making them sounds like a lot of work but well done.
I just strap on a nice neat cheap 4 liter plastic fuel can when needed myself.

[Trials Rider]

ive been working on the bike to try get it where i want it. Today i made 2 stainless steel fuel cans. They hold just over 1liter each so should get me out of trouble if i need it:crazy:

There not quit finished yet but almost there

Good pics, please tell me they are fuel bottles and not rocket boosters :lol:

[Trials Rider]

Stainless fuel bottles sound heavy, making them sounds like a lot of work but well done.
I just strap on a nice neat cheap 4 liter plastic fuel can when needed myself.

Geez Carl you are going to have soooo much fun on that bike, maybe a wheelie all the way up the Awakino :niceone:

[gpcustom]

Lol yea they are heavy. Will probley change them by the time the DB starts. I wouldnt mind one of thoes side panel fuel tanks anyone on here had one

[NordieBoy]

I use a 2L oil tank chopped off a chainsaw fuel/oil can.

[.chris]

I use a 2L oil tank chopped off a chainsaw fuel/oil can.

I use 2 of these http://www.homeofpoi.com/shop/productDetails/Single-1L-Plastic-Fuel-Bottle for my extra km requirements. They fit nicely into my moose racing pack, mounted on my pannier racks.
Just a bit of pain in the neck (geddit!!!) when filling due to the small bottle neck/cap.

[Box'a'bits]

Don't like to boast (well maybe a little), but I've got one of these, so don't need to bother...

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-_jNhwiqQH6A/UJNHWuwXKCI/AAAAAAAAMjk/9qi__0dAHGg/s800/DSCF1035.JPG

But then I've only been getting 12kms/l, so maybe I need to revisit that...:lol:

[gpcustom]

how much does it hold

[NordieBoy]

how much does it hold

Well, it makes the rest of an R100 look small...

[Box'a'bits]

how much does it hold


Well, it makes the rest of an R100 look small...
Only 43 litres. Perhaps I need to get the additional 7l seat tank to take us to a round 50...:rolleyes:

[cooneyr]

Good pics, please tell me they are fuel bottles and not rocket boosters :lol:

i was thinking a couple of ww2 bombs on the back.very nice work none the less.

I have a 25l acerbis tank on my 450 exc. can almost do the whole ride on two tanks.

[gpcustom]

Only 43 litres. Perhaps I need to get the additional 7l seat tank to take us to a round 50...:rolleyes:

oh so you only went for the 43 litre tank then :bleh:

id love something a bit bigger but for now will have to stick with my 13litre i got from trademe untill the funds allow a upgrade :violin:

[gpcustom]

i was thinking a couple of ww2 bombs on the back.very nice work none the less.

I have a 25l acerbis tank on my 450 exc. can almost do the whole ride on two tanks.

im hoping i can get a fair way with out any hassels. this will be the longest trip on the ktm for me so not to sure how far i will get. Coldcomfort tells me he ran out near the end last year

[pete-blen]

Don't like to boast (well maybe a little), but I've got one of these, so don't need to bother...


But then I've only been getting 12kms/l, so maybe I need to revisit that...:lol:

I thinks you need a throttle stop half way..:rolleyes:...think my old IT465 did better than that...
12km/L on 43L tank works out about the same as my XT 23km/L on 22.5L tank..

I hope to make the DB1.. If things work out... leaveing accom a bit late...

[thepom]

Is the registration still open.....it keeps on telling me it will be ready soon....

[Transalper]

I hear registration will open later this week if things go to plan.

[ADVGD]

Is the registration still open.....it keeps on telling me it will be ready soon....

The registration page is set to auto detect, it disallows whinging poms :bleh:

Looking forward to catching up again mate :niceone:

[thepom]

I ll try to keep the winging and the falling off to a minimum this time....:bleh:

[Buddha#81]

I ll try to keep the winging and the falling off to a minimum this time....:bleh:

fook no.....it was the highlight of my first dusty.........your falling made the 1000km most enjoyable :)

[cooneyr]

After a lot of hard work from ADVGD and PITA emails from me, the registration page is now open.

Please don't inundate me all at once!!!

Cheers
Ryan

[cooneyr]

Pulled the trigger too soon, issues still exist. Registration works OK in Firefox but if you use chrome or old version of Internet Explorer (haven't been able to test later version) it won't.

Will sort ASAP but bear with us please.

Cheers
Ryan

[Woodman]

Pulled the trigger too soon, issues still exist. Registration works OK in Firefox but if you use chrome or old version of Internet Explorer (haven't been able to test later version) it won't.

Will sort ASAP but bear with us please.

Cheers
Ryan

Yeah, it almost worked.

No stress.

[ADVGD]

Fixed, too many hours behind the screen, sloppy coding issue :wacko:

[cooneyr]

Yeah, it almost worked.

No stress.

Your entry has come through fine.


Fixed, too many hours behind the screen, sloppy coding issue :wacko:

Thanks for the hard work mate.

Cheers
R

[cold comfort]

Done. Thanks guys. :2thumbsup

[socialites]

Done. Thanks guys. :2thumbsup

Entered, Paid and awaiting confirmation......let the fun begin...whoop-whoop

[Crisis management]

Ok, so how do I get a Tee shirt without doing the ride?

[_Shrek_]

Ok, so how do I get a Tee shirt without doing the ride?

:shifty: I'll sell you mine :whistle:

[cooneyr]

Ok, so how do I get a Tee shirt without doing the ride?

Why would you want a T-shirt huh ;)

I reckon you should hit up the fella who prepared the graphics and see if he is willing to help you out LOL

Cheers R

[.chris]

Why would you want a T-shirt huh ;)

I reckon you should hit up the fella who prepared the graphics and see if he is willing to help you out LOL

Cheers R

The real question is, who would NOT want one?

http://www.pixelle.co.nz/black-t-shirt.jpg

[MXNUT]

The real question is, who would NOT want one?


Your just saying that because you took the photo.:rolleyes:

Isnt that false advertising using a picture from the NORTH island :wacko:

[ADVGD]

Ok, so how do I get a Tee shirt without doing the ride?

The shirt is a statement of accomplishment for completing the DB1K event, wearing a DB1K shirt one without participating would be like wearing war medals without ever going to battle, not to mention the fact we would all throw stones at you :p

The best option is to come and join us Crisis management :niceone:

[Crisis management]

:shifty: I'll sell you mine :whistle:

Bloody hell, i would need a couple of mates to fill out your size shirt......


Your just saying that because you took the photo.:rolleyes:

Isnt that false advertising using a picture from the NORTH island :wacko:

You're just jealous... the only pic of you from that day was when stuck in a large hole IIRC.... :whistle:


The shirt is a statement of accomplishment for completing the DB1K event, wearing a DB1K shirt one without participating would be like wearing war medals without ever going to battle, not to mention the fact we would all throw stones at you :p

The best option is to come and join us Crisis management :niceone:

Love too, I'm actually in central Otago then but at a family wedding (stupid nephew) and despite my best attempts there is no way I can do both. Next year! Anyway, with hundreds of shirts with my face on it I can readily claim to have been there in effigy.. that good enough?

Will track down the offending image provider and threaten him with returning his pink towel again.....

[gpcustom]

:banana::scooter::wari: reg done jst need to get the wife to put the money accross with the inter web banking :drool:

[_Shrek_]

signed up & booked a bed at Fairle, now just gotta :wait:

mind you there is the 1000 miler, camp KB & the escapade to finish :Punk:

[Padmei]

Hi Ryan not a biggie but the accom page is showing last years dates on the header.

[ADVGD]

Hi Ryan not a biggie but the accom page is showing last years dates on the header.

This is the top banner image (presuming what this is what you mean by "header") with the 2013 date and featuring the one and only Sir Falloffsalot

http://www.db1k.com/images/banner-images/2013/banner-accommodation.jpg

If you don't see this image your computer is probably caching the old banner image from when you viewed the website last year, if so, hit your F5 button

[Transalper]

I just looked, below the big graphical banner the text says...

Night #1 - Friday the 20th - Fairlie

and

Night #2 - Saturday the 21st - Alexandra.

They are indeed last times dates, this year it's Friday 18th, Saturday 19th. It's the Accommodation page (http://www.db1k.com/2013/accommodation.php) only, other pages are correct I think.

[_Shrek_]

Ok guys the date's been set.
25th Jan 2013
That is final.

so when did this change


signed up & booked a bed at Fairle,

for the above date




I just looked, below the big graphical banner the text says...

Night #1 - Friday the 20th - Fairlie

and

Night #2 - Saturday the 21st - Alexandra.

They are indeed last times dates, this year it's Friday 18th, Saturday 19th. It's the Accommodation page (http://www.db1k.com/2013/accommodation.php) only, other pages are correct I think.

so now I'm a week late with these dates :facepalm:

[cooneyr]

.....

so now I'm a week late with these dates :facepalm:

Thats what happen when cheeky buggers try and force something on the poor innocent organisers.

I think that post of Padders was a piss take at the time.

Cheers R

P.S. I'll fix the accommodation page now.

P.S.S Stop registering so fast fella's I can't keep up! - seems I've been beaten to the punch

[ADVGD]

so now I'm a week late with these dates :facepalm:

Transalper was right, the dates were correct on all pages throughout the site, however, two of the date references on the accommodation page were a day out as these were from January 2012. The good news is that this should hopefully not have caused any issues for those booking accommodation as Friday the 18th was always displayed correctly and you'd only be booking for the following Saturday night so hopefully logic would have led to you booking for Saturday the 19th.

But as for you Keith, this is not the cause of your problem, you booked your dates based on Padmie's post :scratch: Why did you do that mate? Did someone spike your heroin with cocaine? :p Don't trust that mad bugger, half the things that come out of his mouth belong on a patient evaluation sheet from a psychiatric hospital!

Look what you've caused Craig :rolleyes: I'm sure Keith will sort you out good and proper for this one!

[Padmei]

Mwahahahahaaha:devil2:


Sorry Shrek. 25th of jan was a pisstake as right above my post TimG said any weekend was good for him but the 25th!

I'm waiting to hear back from both campgrounds re accom so if there are cabns left yo can have mine. I may take a tent down this time.

[_Shrek_]

aye not the sharpest tool in the shed :facepalm: just as well I can still lift :apumpin:

:love: may have to top & tail there Padders :calm:

got till Jan to get it sorted :eek:

:sweatdrop that was close, got it changed at the cost of $30.... they tell theres something on that weekend.... "no shit"

[_Shrek_]

[QUOTE=.chris;1130428738]The real question is, who would NOT want one?

but to have made it look realy good, you needed me on there :rolleyes:

[.chris]

The real question is, who would NOT want one?

but to have made it look realy good, you needed me on there :rolleyes:


There you go then, the shrek special edition.

http://www.pixelle.co.nz/black-t-shirt-shrek-special-edition.jpg

[Padmei]

Actually if you changed the bike to a bmw I'd buy a shirt like that:niceone:

[.chris]

Actually if you changed the bike to a bmw I'd buy a shirt like that:niceone:

I do have a few other versions of it, but none starring a bmw.

[gpcustom]

That bike on the t shirt was it listed on trade me recently??

[NordieBoy]

But Shrek doesn't part the water, it gets out of his way.

[gpcustom]

272884 I seen this ktm on trade me im sure its the same bike as on the t shirt:yes:

[Skinny_Birdman]

After a lot of hard work from ADVGD and PITA emails from me, the registration page is now open.

Please don't inundate me all at once!!!

Cheers
Ryan
Nice job on the website. It's been a quiet ADV year for me, but I'm looking forward to catching up with a few of you on the 18th.
Cheers
A

[Crisis management]

272884 I seen this ktm on trade me im sure its the same bike as on the t shirt:yes:

Correct, that was a couple of years ago on Thompsons track in the Kaimais'.

[NordieBoy]

Correct, that was a couple of years ago on Thompsons track in the Kaimais'.

Suppose it's fair. They did use a pic from the NIIOTS ride on Waitahu River Road on the poster of a North Island ride...

[pete-blen]

Is the GPS download not working yet ?
keeps telling me I have to wait till Dec 2013..:rolleyes:
should that be 2012 ?

[gpcustom]

Correct, that was a couple of years ago on Thompsons track in the Kaimais'.

i thought id seen that pic somewhere. Nice bike by the way. I kept looking at it when it was on trade me but the funds arnt there at present:crybaby:

Do you still have it or is it sold now

[JATZ]

Errrr... Quick question... How do you order the right sized shirt ? I'd be pretty gutted if I turned up and got a tiny little itty bitty shirt :mad:
Not that I'll need one or anything :whistle:

[Transalper]

With the dropdown box labeled 'size' that appears once you have selected yes you want a tee in the DB1K T-Shirts option box.

[JATZ]

With the dropdown box labeled 'size' that appears once you have selected yes you want a tee in the DB1K T-Shirts option box.

Taa T.A. I didn't get that far :innocent:

[XF650]

I use 2 of these http://www.homeofpoi.com/shop/productDetails/Single-1L-Plastic-Fuel-Bottle for my extra km requirements. They fit nicely into my moose racing pack, mounted on my pannier racks.
Just a bit of pain in the neck (geddit!!!) when filling due to the small bottle neck/cap.

Very similar to these I got from a camping store: 272904

[Crisis management]

i thought id seen that pic somewhere. Nice bike by the way. I kept looking at it when it was on trade me but the funds arnt there at present:crybaby:

Do you still have it or is it sold now

Ta, I've kept the bike as it seemed I would have to give it away and there is no way I'm doing that... the downside is running two registered bikes is crucifying the bank balance.

[_Shrek_]

I do have a few other versions of it, but none starring a bmw.

go to downloads on DB1K13 reg & you will see a mighty fine look'n rider on his BMW :cool:

[timg]

Very similar to these I got from a camping store: 272904 So kind of you to bring my spare fuel for me :bleh: Nice touch that the bottles are colour coded to match my bike :msn-wink:

[cooneyr]

Is the GPS download not working yet ?
keeps telling me I have to wait till Dec 2013..:rolleyes:
should that be 2012 ?

Don't know what you are talking about. Check again now :innocent:

I'll make the links live closer to the time. All about protecting relationships with landowners.

Cheers R

[Trials Rider]

OMG look what I just found "Padmei the Magnificent" in the riders stats, next it will be Sir Padmei or Lord Padmei :eek5:

Shrek he is one of your lot riding a "Burn My Wallet" sort him out, rips his arms off and hit him with the soggy end :lol:

[NordieBoy]

his arms off and hit him with the soggy end :lol:

Widdle on his tent in the night...

[Trials Rider]

Widdle on his tent in the night...

Then hope for a frost :lol:

[_Shrek_]

Then hope for a frost :lol:

thats mean "yeah right" :laugh:

cabin all sorted so we wont have to sleep with Padders :hug:

[Rosie]

Registered x2 :scooter::scooter:
Now we just have to plan the rest of the trip south :sweatdrop

[Padmei]

thats mean "yeah right" :laugh:

cabin all sorted so we wont have to sleep with Padders :hug:

Oooooh what cabin? I haven't got one sorted yet:love:

[pete-blen]

Don't know what you are talking about. Check again now :innocent:

I'll make the links live closer to the time. All about protecting relationships with landowners.

Cheers R

all good....

It was saying... GPS files not available till Dec 2013..
dam puters...