Annual Memorial Ride

[Macktheknife]

I would like some feedback from folks on the subject of an annual memorial ride, would you support it, anyone who would be prepared to organise it in other districts than Auckland.
Maybe sometime in February, thinking of a half day or so with a few stops, good roads etc.
thoughts?

[bugjuice]

All for it. It's a celebration of life and our common passions if anything, and to remember those who can't make it

[Biohazard]

Seems a good idea tbh count me in, but people need to remember its a ride NOT a race.

[judecatmad]

Think it's a great idea. I'm not good at the organising stuff and not all that experienced at riding so I'm definitely not the best person to start something in the Wellington region. However, I'd wholeheartedly support a Wellington ride.

[ManDownUnder]

Brilliant idea mate.

Count me in

Edit - maybe get it featured on the KB calender (too late for this one but next year onwards?)

[Trudes]

Great idea!
I know I'll be using smooth throttle control on our Ladies ride on Sunday (weather permitting) just for Uncle B.

[Paul in NZ]

I don't want to rain on your parade mate but...

Those of us that are a little older have lost more than a few mates. Some to bikes and some more to a variety of other fatal incidents - all are missed. In fact, as you get older, you miss them even more.

So - who will this ride be in memory of, how would you choose?

A possible solution is to start every organised KB ride with a brief salute / or toast 'To absent friends'. At each meal we have together we can set aside a place for our absent friends ....

Just a thought

[carver]

i support any ride.
makes me/us think to value what we have.

[WickedOne]

I would definately support such an event to pay respects and celebrate the lives of fellow riders. Great idea Mack.

[ManDownUnder]

So - who will this ride be in memory of, how would you choose?



To each their own. I am lucky enough to only know a few from KB who have died - so for me it's about remembering them.

[rwh]

I'm keen (to participate). Were you thinking of a bunch of regional rides (in which case there's no need to limit it to NI; other centres can run local rides too) or a big get-together that people travel the length of the island for? In the latter case, it probably wants to last a bit longer than half a day.

Paul - I think I see where you're coming from, but I think it's good to have a way for this particular community to remember its own members. Other bikers can be remembered (or perhaps 'acknowleged' is a better word) too, and of course you can and will remember your other mates too.

Richard

[judecatmad]

We could maybe make Memorial Rides in all areas charity rides and donate the proceeds to local spinal/rehabilitation units or something? You know, make a difference whilst at the same time remembering those we have lost.

Just an idea. Not trying to be controversial.

[Macktheknife]

I don't want to rain on your parade mate but...

Those of us that are a little older have lost more than a few mates. Some to bikes and some more to a variety of other fatal incidents - all are missed. In fact, as you get older, you miss them even more.

So - who will this ride be in memory of, how would you choose?

A possible solution is to start every organised KB ride with a brief salute / or toast 'To absent friends'. At each meal we have together we can set aside a place for our absent friends ....

Just a thought

No rain here Paul, the memorial rides I have been on in the past are not about specific people, but about those who choose to attend remembering those of their friends who have passed on by whatever means. Like others, I too have many friends and family who are no longer with us and remain forever in my heart.
The format I have in mind is that there will be a brief reminder moment at the start of the ride (not race) and a toast of sorts at the meal or conclusion. This event is just a way of showing respect and rememberance for lost friends and loved ones, not a morbid affair just a tribute to those gone before.
Mack
BTW Paul, just how young do you think I am?

[Macktheknife]

I'm keen (to participate). Were you thinking of a bunch of regional rides (in which case there's no need to limit it to NI; other centres can run local rides too) or a big get-together that people travel the length of the island for? In the latter case, it probably wants to last a bit longer than half a day.

Paul - I think I see where you're coming from, but I think it's good to have a way for this particular community to remember its own members. Other bikers can be remembered (or perhaps 'acknowleged' is a better word) too, and of course you can and will remember your other mates too.

Richard

Not meant to be a North Island only thing but couldn't find an option for national!
I was thinking of regional rides on the same day (preferably), organised by whoever was willing to do so in the various places. So it would take some good organisers to volunteer their time.

[skelstar]

Id like to organise something in welly but I'll consult before doing anything I think.

[SwanTiger]

Great idea and I believe every member is going to be interested in and positive towards this sort of event. However, it is too soon to be organising or discussing this given the fact none of those passed on have even been burried as yet.

[Hellraiser]

Great idea and I believe every member is going to be interested in and positive towards this sort of event. However, it is too soon to be organising or discussing this given the fact none of those passed on have even been burried as yet.


Grief is one of many human emotions that defy logic, what is the point of getting yourself all upset about someone that has died?

will it bring them back?

Does it make you feel any better?

Would those that have passed on want you to be upset?

So Swantiger it is not too soon, life goes on we are all going to die at some stage atleast the 3 guys that died over the weekend died doing something they love rather than being crippled with cancer in a hospital for 6 months.

Let us remember them with joy not with sorrow

This ride is a great idea

[SixPackBack]

Count me in Mack.........life is just to short.

[Maverick]

I think an annual day where we remember those who are no longer with us, and recognise that what we do can be dangerous is a good idea. Perhaps it should be a day to also appreciate the time we get to spend with each other here and now, as noone knows when their time will be up. I would be happy to help organise in any way if wanted to.

Perhaps in light of the recent weekend being the worst many can remember the first saturday of December be nominated?

Mav :cool:

[SwanTiger]

Grief is one of many human emotions that defy logic, what is the point of getting yourself all upset about someone that has died?

will it bring them back?

Does it make you feel any better?

Would those that have passed on want you to be upset?

So Swantiger it is not too soon, life goes on we are all going to die at some stage atleast the 3 guys that died over the weekend died doing something they love rather than being crippled with cancer in a hospital for 6 months.

Let us remember them with joy not with sorrow

This ride is a great idea
I am not upset and I'm not being morbid about this thread and I did not say that it wasn't a good idea, I'm all for it, I just think its too soon, my opinion, I've expressed it, you've expressed yours, I see no point in making it personal, or do you enjoy dictating differing opinions? Enough said.

[Hellraiser]

I am not upset and I'm not being morbid about this thread and I did not say that it wasn't a good idea, I'm all for it, I just think its too soon, my opinion, I've expressed it, you've expressed yours, I see no point in making it personal, or do you enjoy dictating differing opinions? Enough said.

all good wasn't making it personal i just think people dwell on these things too long. It's not a time to be sad its a time to be happy and remember those that came b4 us. things could have been a whole lot worse.

[Paul in NZ]

Paul - I think I see where you're coming from, but I think it's good to have a way for this particular community to remember its own members. Other bikers can be remembered (or perhaps 'acknowleged' is a better word) too, and of course you can and will remember your other mates too.

Richard

Yup - and what about those who are seriously injured or those who have passed on but were not regular posters here?

What I would support is a celebration of life and motorcycling with a portion that acknowledges the dangers and remembers those who have gone before.

Another alternate is an annual ride. There was an excellent bank pennisula ride that celebrated a particular individual but for myself - I'd rather a tradition of raising a cheer for our deparded at the start of each ride - it may just have a positive effect?

Your opinion may differ of course....

[Paul in NZ]

I think an annual day where we remember those who are no longer with us, and recognise that what we do can be dangerous is a good idea. Perhaps it should be a day to also appreciate the time we get to spend with each other here and now, as noone knows when their time will be up. I would be happy to help organise in any way if wanted to.

Perhaps in light of the recent weekend being the worst many can remember the first saturday of December be nominated?

Mav :cool:

Hmm - could be onto something here?

Maybe a thread that pops up on the anniversary?? Dunno??

[Paul in NZ]

BTW Paul, just how young do you think I am?

Lets see... bandit 1200 and a VS... hmmm, If I had to guess? 104? :dodge:

Paul N

[Maha]

This idea i agree with.....Good on ya Mack

[Macktheknife]

Y
Another alternate is an annual ride.

Your opinion may differ of course....

Uummm did you read the thread title mate?

[FROSTY]

Im in agreement for an anual get together.I agree with the first saturday of december being apropriate
There have now been 6? Kbers who have passed away since I joined but given how close together 3 of them have been it just seems right

[Paul in NZ]

Uummm did you read the thread title mate?

yes - sorry I didn't fully explain - work got in the way and I went send with a half arsed reply - appologies. I meant you can organise a ride on the day and call it the Uncle B run or whatever and it can become an institution - for a while - In my limited experience about 5 years is a good run

This is kinda fresh for this though - give it a few weeks and then post it into the calendar?

One thing though. This has been a shocking weekend for everyone - 3 in one weekend is tragic. But - with over 6,000 members - these events will sadly become more - frequent (I know I know but it's the reality)

Don't take this the wrong way but i have enough monkeys on my back already - I can't take many more.......

[James Deuce]

Id like to organise something in welly but I'll consult before doing anything I think.

Don't consult mate, organise. This isn't a committee. I'd be happy to work with you on that one.

[Bend-it]

Yeah, and have someone say afew words at the start, minute's silence with lids off, ride with pegs down etc... Good way to remember.

Collect some dosh (afew bucks each maybe) and get cards and flowers for the surviving family as well. Might as well make something practically useful out of it eh? We can all put a signature in before the ride.

If this eventuates, I'm happy to organise this side of things.

[McJim]

I think it's pretty much sorting itself out then. Saturday 1st December 2007 KB national peg down day - In memory of all absent friends. We just need a meeting point in each centre and a destination - some destinations may be combined if the centres are close enough together.
e.g - North and West Auckland meet up with Norfland Crew etc..
South and East Auckland meet with Thames and Hamilton.
Taupo and Wellington areas..

My NZ geography ain't hot yet but it's an idea.

[placidfemme]

Saturday 1st December 2007 KB national peg down day - In memory of all absent friends.

I like the name of it...

[ceebie13]

This is a great idea guys...a great gesture...and the result of much grief, pain and anger. I support it... but I think I will choose not to participate. I shall pay my respects on Thursday at Uncle B's funeral. I shall be thinking not only of Bruce and his family but of everyone I have lost in my life too...bikers, friends and family. But it's there that, for me, the grieving has to cease and I move on.
There is a dark cloud over this community at the moment which I'd like to see lifted. I'd prefer not to wallow in grief and sympathy but remember those we have lost at a time that is right for me alone. (Which in Bruce's case will probably be everytime I ride the Castle Point road). I feel sure that's what all our departed friends would want.

[Twig]

We could maybe make Memorial Rides in all areas charity rides and donate the proceeds to local spinal/rehabilitation units or something? You know, make a difference whilst at the same time remembering those we have lost.

Just an idea. Not trying to be controversial.


I think that would be a great idea!!! Count Me in!!!

P.S. McJim, I love the name!!!

[Oakie]

Yep. Good idea. Appropriate name too as long as people don't think it's a day to actually try to get their 'pegs down' on the road. Definately a day for a gentle paced thoughtful ride rather than a balls-out run.

If it were to be used as a fund raiser then I would have thought that St John's would be the logical charity to benefit at they are the dudes that scrape us up and stop us joining the ranks of the memorialised when things go bad.

[apteryx_haasti]

Yep. Good idea. Appropriate name too as long as people don't think it's a day to actually try to get their 'pegs down' on the road. Definately a day for a gentle paced thoughtful ride rather than a balls-out run.

If it were to be used as a fund raiser then I would have thought that St John's would be the logical charity to benefit at they are the dudes that scrape us up and stop us joining the ranks of the memorialised when things go bad.

Agree (gentle ride thing). Nice idea and I like the idea of a charity ride that donates to St Johns (and or Life Flight Trust?). I would definitely bring some $$ on the day to go to that worthy cause.

[Macktheknife]

OK so we are looking at an annual ride with a collection for some charity to be decided, with a view to remembering our fallen friends and loved ones. (no matter how they left us).
Now all I need is a group of people who are willing to volunteer their help in the main centres. Who is keen?
Who is keen but not in a main centre?

[James Deuce]

Skelstar in Wellington. Charity: SPCA. I'll help by collecting the money.

[Trudes]

I'll help by turning up.

[elle-f]

I will be turning up as well. the SPCA is an excellent cause