Tributes to LooseBruce and DSS3

[MadDuck]

Detested those threads ever since

I hear you on that one.

Turned the calender over on Monday morning looked at it thought....where have the last 2 years gone.

They will never be forgotten.

[Nasty]

Rest in peace boys .. my thoughts are with your loved ones on this day ... :( I know how hard this is for them.

[stify]

every time i ride by the site i give the boys a thumb's up...RIP Daryl, RIP Bruce.

[BarBender]

never forgotten

RIP guys.

[roadracingoldfart]

Although we never knew the boys personally we have seen the love they gave and shared through the people they touched .


R.I.P. from all the Shower Buddy Team here in Wellington.
Paul , Dianne , Danny , Amanda.

[AlBundy]

I never met them but had some interaction with them on SB...

Have fun guys, wherever you may be... RIP? I'm sure they are more likely tearing up the skyways and doing burnouts and wheelies on Big G's mansions driveway...

And to all the friends and rellies, I'm sure they'll be looking down and smiling on all of you...

[babyB]

The guys are not gone, until they are forgotten!
And to live in the hearts of those left behind
is to live forever!

RIP guys

[Eyetie]

Bruce / Daryl, was a day I will never forget and often think about, you might be gone but know that your memories definitely live on through those whose who knew you and all the good times we had being around you, Bruce if you were still here I may of even let you ride the Aprilia! Nah maybe not! :laugh:

[Finn]

Remember the first report of "Biker down " on KB Coro ride. Detested those threads ever since, ended up visiting Finn than day dropping off "stolen" avocadoes. (His luverly lady liked them) He checked KB and thread was closed. One of those moments in life, you remember forever, sort of like "Where were you when Lady Dianna died" type occassions. Went to the unveiling feeling empty all day. Probably my saddest time on KB. This reminder makes me feel really sad for those that were on the ride.

Remember it well my friend.

The first time I met Bruce was on a coro ride at Kopu. He turned up with slicks, no indicators but he did have a number plate... in the rear storage compartment.

I introduced myself as another KB member and said I was really disappointed that he turned up on a KB ride with a bike that was clearly not road legal and proceeded to call the cops from my mobile. I said "Let's see how good a rider you really are. I think I had him until I told him who I really was.

[Quasievil]

Yes two years already, wasnt really going to post on this as its something I had been trying to move on from, at least as much as possible.

Its a very sad thing and a very wasteful event isnt it, I cannot imagine ever again being involved in an event where I would be watching two of my dear friends dead and dying next to each other, its something which does not leave you ever and it is something which affects you very deeply.

I have some strong views on Bikers and roads these days Im not wanting to let them out on here at the mo, but all I will say is I hope you guys are at peace and if I ever see you up there the first thing im going to do is knock ya fucking heads off for what you have done to us and you families for fucking around on the road, that said I miss you guys terribly

[dale smith]

Mmmmm, I detect more meaning to what you have said Quasi...... I have only just tonight been able to review all the wonderful things that have been said by so many of you. And yep, the years are ticking by very fast. But I do know that Daryl is there riding with us all......I still feel his hand on the throttle at times, and the smell of his aftershave in my helmet..... :-)

[Riff Raff]

Dale, I still think about them and feel their presence every now and then. Was watching the Stuntskills/Dragwars DVD the other day with my 13 month old son (how time flies) and he loved it. There's footage of Bruce and Daryl doing stoppies on there and my lad was grinning and clapping at them. Made me wish I had the time and energy to organise another one - bet you the boys would make their presence felt there!!!

[Nicksta]

Hey Dale and Sue.... its funny i've been thinking about them more lately too.... with my accident i thought lots about them when i was in hospital and bed rest after that.... i've been too chicken to watch my chicks dig scars II dvd.... maybe its time to make a scared sheep squadron reunited DVD for them?

[Deano]

Bit of de ja vu seeing this thread as I have just got back from Garry Albrett's funeral. During the trip I had time to reflect on several peeps who are no longer with us, particulary Sam, Bruce and Darryl.

[Quasievil]

Time moves on but it dont heal really, I still wake up at night with the expectation that Daryl (in particular) is there, freaky as fuck really, I dont know what thats all about at all.............. anyrate I cant see that event reducing in its impact on me for some time if ever.

Anyway on a brighter note here is the plonker racing at Pukekohe enjoy !!!

Edit, sorry about the kids scene, but look out at 3.30 Daryl has a big slide almost bins it !

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E-2cnK0dYRc

[Hoon]

On the subject of videos, while cleaning up the other day I found some old DVD's with some onboard footage of LooseBruce putting down some respectable laptimes on his old TL during a trip we did to Taupo(old) and Manfeild back in '04.

Instead of going to waste I thought it would be nice to upload to Youtube where it can be immortalized (theres no faces or nothing - just pure onboard). I don't want to offend anyone so am really seeking permission. Does anyone know who I should ask ?

[Quasievil]

On the subject of videos, while cleaning up the other day I found some old DVD's with some onboard footage of LooseBruce putting down some respectable laptimes on his old TL during a trip we did to Taupo(old) and Manfeild back in '04.

Instead of going to waste I thought it would be nice to upload to Youtube where it can be immortalized (theres no faces or nothing - just pure onboard). I don't want to offend anyone so am really seeking permission. Does anyone know who I should ask ?

bro I think youre good to go, no one will be upset about a video of some racing action from the boys

[Motoracer]

On the subject of videos, while cleaning up the other day I found some old DVD's with some onboard footage of LooseBruce putting down some respectable laptimes on his old TL during a trip we did to Taupo(old) and Manfeild back in '04.

Instead of going to waste I thought it would be nice to upload to Youtube where it can be immortalized (theres no faces or nothing - just pure onboard). I don't want to offend anyone so am really seeking permission. Does anyone know who I should ask ?

Is that from the time we did Fredie Merkel training Day? If so, thoes footage are in circulation in DVD format to some people from the Matthie Family so I think the more people that see it, the better. Upload em I say!

Being the show off that he was, I think it would be a crime not to let the world see it. :)

The only thing I hate about You tube is the stupid comments people put in there. I swear, they must all be just 10 year old hill billy kids from small town america..

[Hoon]

Hey MR, long time! Yep thats the one. I think we both make multiple appearances in it as we are being passed :)

[Kwaka-Kid]

Hurry up and post us the link in here!

Also - Long time Hoon dude, hope life out west is turning out well for you friend.

[Nicksta]

cool vid Quasi :)
post up some links boys so we can have a chuckle at the show offs :)

[Big Dan]

My thoughts are with the families of Bruce and Darryl today.

As another year passes the pain still remains and we miss them

To the riders that were on that fateful ride my thoughts go out to you as well

Take care all and ride safe
Dan

RIP Boys

[The Stranger]

Still think of you guys.
The world's a lesser place without you.

[babyB]

My thoughts are with the families of Bruce and Darryl today.

As another year passes the pain still remains and we miss them

To the riders that were on that fateful ride my thoughts go out to you as well

Take care all and ride safe
Dan

RIP Boys
dito
...........
RIP

[Titanium]

New there was something different about today . . . . .

R.I.P

[Kornholio]

RIP guys.....

[Quasievil]

A little Picture board I made this morning

not much else to say apart from whats obvious

[Riff Raff]

Was thinking about the boys this morning and then realised what the date was. Keep checking the clouds to see if they're doing burnouts up there!

[Rossi Gal]

...........

[boomer]

Rip
________

[beyond]

Aye, R.I.P guys............................

[SPman]

Shit - is it 3 years already!
those silly buggers sure left a gap in peoples lives....
and Uncle B tomorrow........

Peace.

[Motoracer]

Yep, another one here who still remembers them vividly and misses them lots...

[sugilite]

RIP guys, still think of you both often.

[dale smith]

Hi everyone from here over the Tassie. Thankyou for remembering the boys today. Their presence is now not physical but spiritual, and I am sure there are times when you feel it. I lit their memorial day candles yesterday, and buggar me if I couldn't blow Daryls candle out when it was time to go on my annual memorial thrill seeking adventure. Guess he wanted more hugs from mum! Not a day goes by when I don't think of Daryl and also the wonderful support and friendship you have shown to myself and each other. My adventure this year was to climb the Story Bridge in Brisbane - a bit tamer than previous exploits, but it got me closer to heaven (which is where I am sure they are - hopefully - the only devils to be there). I will go riding with Daz this weekend. Happy memories, and safe riding to you all, Love, Dale

[Big Dave]

I was archiving some pics and spotted one I'd missed.

[James Deuce]

Must be Hell pizza for dinner tonight then.

[justsomeguy]

..........

[Matt Bleck]

:( .

[Cr1MiNaL]

I was archiving some pics and spotted one I'd missed.

I never knew them, but they sure had good taste...

[texmo]

RIP guys...

[Big Dog]

RIP guys...

Yes, they are still not forgotten. R.I.P

[mattt]

Bruce is remembered everytime the gixxer is fired up - courtesy of his Two Bros Carbon straight through I got off him a few years back ... not to mention I'm still working off those tasty Hell pizzas!!

RIP mate.

[Nicksta]

lol Mattt....... i keep finding new parts in the boxes in my shed and they all go to a good home... and more people are reminded or told about the legend that was loosebruce... :)

[wybmadiity]

Thinking of you Dale and Family, it must be a hard day for you, hope you are out there celebrating in your own way. Take care.
O

[Nicksta]

well boys... 5 years today.....
miss you like crazy LB....
hope you guys are having a great ride up there :)
:love:

[Kwaka-Kid]

peace boys!

[babyB]

never forgotten

forever riding

[Shaun]

well boys... 5 years today.....
miss you like crazy LB....
hope you guys are having a great ride up there :)
:love:



Good on ya Nicksta, they were both bloody TOP blokes

[Kornholio]

well boys... 5 years today.....
miss you like crazy LB....
hope you guys are having a great ride up there :)
:love:

No doubt they are Nicksta :)

[emaN]

Certainly not forgotten!
I often think of them & their families...esp now that I have a boy of my own.

RIP lads

[dale smith]

If there was one but of advice I gave Daryl it was to do what captured your interest, don't not do it because others said it could be 'dangerous. Breathing is dangerous! And so he got out there and had fun, met a lot of really neat people, and touched a lot of hearts. And as a result of that he is no longer with us, and neither is Bruce. However, lets not forget that they loved their bikes, their mates, and the challenges. I say, lets remember them for the contribution they made to our own lives, and lets not ever forget them. RIP boys, you rode the road to heaven xxxx

[sugilite]

I visited the shrine twice this year, rest in peace guys

[dangerous]

well boys... 5 years today.....
shit... 5yrs, seems like yesterday dosnt it?

Then again I have riden to several other KBer's funerals since, Ya know I still think we need a corner of KB for our riders last threads and profiles, place we can go to re read and remember, cos over the years there sure has been a few KBer's ride through the purley gates and not one of them should be forgoten.


If there was one but of advice I gave Daryl it was to do what captured your interest, don't not do it because others said it could be 'dangerous. Breathing is dangerous! True... however there is a limit and we must remind ourselves not to cross it, as above there are to many unnessary deaths, sure everyones situation in life is different but once ya gone ya gone, last week was a sad reminder for me as 200 bikes escorted a rider on his last ride, there he left 3 children youngest being 2 same age as mine. Breathing might well be dangerous but so is riding, resepct to all.

[DEATH_INC.]

I visited the shrine twice this year, rest in peace guys
I still haven't been able to bring myself to do this. Must do one day though.
You boys left a large hole when you left us, that's for sure.

[DR650gary]

I hate the fact that I have to as well Hels.

But someone has to.

Actually, no you don't and...no they don't.

[Nicksta]

I still haven't been able to bring myself to do this. Must do one day though.
You boys left a large hole when you left us, that's for sure.

took me 3 years to go that way again, i couldn't stop and haven't been back that way since...

chin up.

[Quasievil]

I still haven't been able to bring myself to do this. Must do one day though.
You boys left a large hole when you left us, that's for sure.

I will take you up bro, if you like that is.

[Devil]

Will be visiting them again soon. Has been a while.

[placidfemme]

Wow, 5 years. RIP boys.

[Nicksta]

6 years today boys.... RIP
miss you more and more each day LB xxxxxx
I'm racing nats for you this year.... its taken me 6 years... but now i'm going to do what you were not able to.... and race for you xxxx

[beyond]

6 years today boys.... RIP
miss you more and more each day LB xxxxxx
I'm racing nats for you this year.... its taken me 6 years... but now i'm going to do what you were not able to.... and race for you xxxx

Good on ya :) All the best with the racing.

Siz years, seems a lifetime in some ways and only yesterday in others. Time passes so quick.

Chin up and go for it girl.

[Edbear]

6 years today boys.... RIP
miss you more and more each day LB xxxxxx
I'm racing nats for you this year.... its taken me 6 years... but now i'm going to do what you were not able to.... and race for you xxxx

Six years???? :gob:

Has Daniel spotted you a Shorai battery for your bike?

[Katman]

Has Daniel spotted you a Shorai battery for your bike?

This thread has taken a further step downhill.

It's now become an opportunity for Ed to whore some more of his shit.

[frogfeaturesFZR]

This thread has taken a further step downhill.

It's now become an opportunity for Ed to whore some more of his shit.

Unnecessary comment

Still remember Bruce's pizzas !

[Edbear]

This thread has taken a further step downhill.

It's now become an opportunity for Ed to whore some more of his shit.

Go play in your sandpit. She's sponsored by Experience Motorcycles, a Shorai dealer, and I simply asked if Daniel was supplying a Shorai battery for her. Has big advantanges in size, weight and power on a race bike.

Your dumb prejudice know no bounds or common sense! :violin:

[Edbear]

Unnecessary comment

Still remember Bruce's pizzas !

Perzackery! Shame some have to spoil a serious thread to spout their angst. :yes:

[Big Dog]

6 years today boys.... RIP
miss you more and more each day LB xxxxxx
I'm racing nats for you this year.... its taken me 6 years... but now i'm going to do what you were not able to.... and race for you xxxx

Good stuff. Six years is an instant in some ways, a lifetime in others.

[avgas]

Has Daniel spotted you a Shorai battery for your bike?
This is as relevant as quoting the gospel.
While I respect you have a job to do, in future could you PM this sort of stuff away from the thread.

Idle chit chat on someones grave (or Tribute thread)......not such a great idea.
(Not PM'd to warn others)

LB - can't believe its been that long. Only met you a few times but your character stuck. Coro-loop was never the same after.

[Edbear]

This is as relevant as quoting the gospel.
While I respect you have a job to do, in future could you PM this sort of stuff away from the thread.

Idle chit chat on someones grave (or Tribute thread)......not such a great idea.
(Not PM'd to warn others)

LB - can't believe its been that long. Only met you a few times but your character stuck. Coro-loop was never the same after.

Fair comment, I was only responding to Nicksta's post re: going racing in his memory and noting that Experience Motorcycles was a sponsor. If she had not had a Shorai dealer sponsoring her I would not have mentioned it at all. Daniel and I get on well and he does a lot behind the scenes to support the racing scene not only in NZ. We have talked about Nicky in this past.

I wish her all the best.

[Larksea]

sad news, shocking weekend.

Ride safe everyone.

[Gazzar]

sad news, shocking weekend.

Ride safe everyone.

Yes it been a bad weekend for the riders just getting back on there bikes after the winter just take your time and have fun. LB and DSS3 six years but we still are thinking of the fun rides we all had together.
Gazzar and yes I am back.

[SPman]

And Uncle Bruce..............:no:

[rick78]

I was actually on that road on Saturday, such a nice road, sweeping corners etc. really good fun... even within the speed limit.

[MD]

Grateful I got the chance to know them both. LB was a one seriously hardcase Rider. Who didn't instantly like the guy on first meeting him.

I remember so clearly the day it happened. I was on my annual South Island ride at Clutha when phones started ringing. It's a small world because one of our group who I wouldn't have expected to know either, knew Darryl.

[Katman]

Stupidity doesn't deserve a tribute.

[Drew]

Stupidity doesn't deserve a tribute.Bruce and Darryl were both being stupid on the day, but they were still great guys who were much loved.

It is for that reason tribute is given.

Now FUCK OFF!

[Katman]

Now FUCK OFF!

Blow me.

:finger:

[BMWST?]

Blow me.

:finger:


you can acheive more with honey...this sort of response is why you are one of very few i have on ignore permanently.I knew the sort of thing i would see on viewing your post.Your message is worthwhile but your delivery of it BLOWS

[Katman]

you can acheive more with honey...this sort of response is why you are one of very few i have on ignore permanently.I knew the sort of thing i would see on viewing your post.Your message is worthwhile but your delivery of it BLOWS

Ignore's not much use then, is it?

[Drew]

.Your message is worthwhile but your delivery of it BLOWSYou can fuck off too.

We pay respects to those two people, not the single act that killed them. Katmans message is nothing more than a wind up to get a reaction.

Very disrespectful, not to Bruce and Darryl, they're dead, they don't give a fuck. But to everyone who loved them.

[Nicksta]

9 years and it feels like yesterday.....

forever in my heart Loosebruce and DSS3
will try my best in the Suzuki Series for ya!
as always xx:love:

[Swoop]

Weird! I was going through old KB Calendars today, and their tribute was on the back.

[Eyetie]

Not sure if many of the old crew of KB are still around on the site. Hard to believe it's coming up to 10 years that this accident happened, where we lost Darryl and Bruce (DSS3 & LOOSEBRUCE). Those on that ride will no doubt like me remember it clearly. For the new guys that won't have been lucky enough to have met these two they were icons of the site at the time, both arguably very good riders who raced together on the track and helped a lot of the guys on KB where they could, and had a lot of friends and respect through there combined passion for the sport, but paid the ultimate price for a mistake that day and showed they weren't invincible.
On the 2nd Of Dec planning to get over to the Coromandel to pay my respects to these two fallen riders who were my good friends, Bruce if you can see my new bike from above on Friday know that there is no way still I would let you ride it :bleh: . To any of the old crew who check in around this time and Bruce and Darryls parents and family, Nicky, Dan, Brett, Jimmy, Sudeep, Andy, Jen etc, hope you are all well and I will be thinking of you all next Friday when I am there. Cheers

[madandy]

I only rode with, and met these guys once or twice before my son was born...I've been rather pre occupied this past decade... and have avoided group riding.Took my son around the 'loop the other day, his first big ride...and we talked about these riders, over lunch at the Coroglen, how they rode and lived...and died.
This tribute is valuable to all who met them and rememberance for their loved ones essential.




RIP Darryl & Bruce.

[98tls]

Never met either though did have some pms with one re TLs and seemed a genuine good bugger,that aside they were both motorcyclists that met an untimely end both had friends/family and deserve to be remembered and respected.Thoughts to family and friends and am sad for your loss.

[MrMarko]

10 year anniversary coming up. Anybody keen for a ride next weekend?

[dale smith]

Not sure if many of the old crew of KB are still around on the site. Hard to believe it's coming up to 10 years that this accident happened, where we lost Darryl and Bruce (DSS3 & LOOSEBRUCE). Those on that ride will no doubt like me remember it clearly. For the new guys that won't have been lucky enough to have met these two they were icons of the site at the time, both arguably very good riders who raced together on the track and helped a lot of the guys on KB where they could, and had a lot of friends and respect through there combined passion for the sport, but paid the ultimate price for a mistake that day and showed they weren't invincible.
On the 2nd Of Dec planning to get over to the Coromandel to pay my respects to these two fallen riders who were my good friends, Bruce if you can see my new bike from above on Friday know that there is no way still I would let you ride it :bleh: . To any of the old crew who check in around this time and Bruce and Darryls parents and family, Nicky, Dan, Brett, Jimmy, Sudeep, Andy, Jen etc, hope you are all well and I will be thinking of you all next Friday when I am there. Cheers

Hello there, yes, Friday will be a very special day to remember two riders. Daryl was going for, in his words, "one last ride before I focus on rowing mum. I don't need to loose time off work with injuries". Little did we know that one last ride was exactly correct. To say I miss my only child is an understatement at best, the void is immense and not pleasant. I am looking forward to meeting all the riding friends on Friday to let our balloons aloft. See you there....and thanks to everyone for the continued remembrance. Love you all for the memories

[sugilite]

Hello there, yes, Friday will be a very special day to remember two riders. Daryl was going for, in his words, "one last ride before I focus on rowing mum. I don't need to loose time off work with injuries". Little did we know that one last ride was exactly correct. To say I miss my only child is an understatement at best, the void is immense and not pleasant. I am looking forward to meeting all the riding friends on Friday to let our balloons aloft. See you there....and thanks to everyone for the continued remembrance. Love you all for the memories
Our hearts continue to go out to you. I'm to far away to make the ride, but my thoughts are with you all. I met Daryl a number of times at the track - he was a truly outstanding young man, as was Bruce.

[MrMarko]

What time are you thinking eyetie and where are you coming from?

[SPman]

10 F**king years! Jesus H Christ in a sock!

Still think of Bruce, Darryl....and, of course - Uncle Bruce, the day after.

Just before I left to come over west, I told Bruce to take it a bit easier, and he just grinned and retorted "yeah yeah, old man"......I suppose it was like asking a cat to stop chasing mice!

That black weekend had a very sobering effect on many peoples lives and attitudes........

Ride on, boys,you're still missed.

[Eyetie]

What time are you thinking eyetie and where are you coming from?

Hi Marko, I am pretty limited by work but hope to be leaving Bombay at around 12.30 to get over there and pay my respects and head back. I have only got back on a bike in the last month and had a ten year break. A little gun shy on riding at the moment as still finding my feet, and easing very slowly back into it, so cant imagine I am a good wingman currently. :pinch:

[riffer]

It certainly was a shithouse weekend that one. I've noticed that I'm not attending as many funerals of riders any more, thank goodness. Did we all grow up or is it just not spending so much time on KB any more? I'd like to think that time changed my riding for the better, but maybe growing up and seeing my children on motorcycles did more than attending funerals.

I still think about UncleB, Bruce and Daryl from time to time and wonder what might have been, especially this time of year, when my Facebook feed crops up with pics. :(

[SPman]

Fourteen years on and thoughts turned to Darryl and the 2 Bruces, for no particular reason.......ones that leave a smile...
Some events just stay with you.....
Gone, but not forgotten, boys.

[Youngjim]

A terrible weekend indeed, remember it like it was yesterday.