COLD KIWI 2004

[Bleck K6]

Not long to go now :niceone: .
How many KBers are goin to the cold kiwi this year?
Anyone else heard the rumour that it might be the last one?
I have heard this from about 3 different people now.

[fastford111]

i will be comeing across the ditch for the kiwi :niceone:

[Ms Piggy]

I might be going...still umming & ahhing b/c I have a day course at Massey in Palmerston North on the Friday & if the weather isn't too nasty I might cuise over after that.

[Holy Roller]

I'll be taking my younger son on the back this year. Already got my leave booked in at work. :done:
The weather can't be worse than last year riding down can it, anyway that wont stop us.
At the brass monkey the rumour going around was that this will be the last year that the Ruapehu MC will be hosting before handing over to another club. I guess that we will find out on the day what is really happening.

[SPman]

Yep, I'll be goin again.
Yeah, Ive heard the rumours, too.

[the yoshie]

Well I hope it's not the last one. First one I did was 1989 and tryed to go every year since, last year the friday night was best so I'll be there friday. lets make sure it's here to stay.

[Eddieb]

Me and Mine should be there.

[Pickle]

We will be there again, ride up Sat morning - not sure which way traveling yet. might be KLR or CT110 :beer:

[Draco]

Death & I will be going (with Fastford), and a few others with us too. Last year i talked to one of the club members, who also said that this would probably be the last one. There is an overseas trip up for grabs for anyone prebooking their ticket too. (I'll PMSL if fastford wins a trip back home to auz) :laugh: :laugh: Anyway, always room for more in our group if anyone wants company. We're planning to leave after my lecture on fri morn. Fingers crossed for better weather than last year. :eek5:

[LB]

For those who know me this won't be a surprise, but I'm not going. I hope it's better weather for you guys/guyesses too. We were through Waiouru on the Sat mng last year and it was a bit wet and cold (we were in the car). I don't mind admiting I'm a woose. But I'm sure you will all have a great time.

I do hope it's not the last one.

[Bleck K6]

I'll be taking my younger son on the back this year. Already got my leave booked in at work. :done:
The weather can't be worse than last year riding down can it, anyway that wont stop us.
At the brass monkey the rumour going around was that this will be the last year that the Ruapehu MC will be hosting before handing over to another club. I guess that we will find out on the day what is really happening.
Yeah the weather was a shocker last year.

[SPman]

last year the friday night was best ...... Hell yeah - I spent it soaking in a big hot bath at my sisters bach in Ohakune - sure beat trying to set up a tent in the rain and dark and mud!

[Coldkiwi]

yup, I'm keen. I missed the crust whether last time because I arrived on Saturday but still had a great time despite missing the hill climb. I'm keen to go on Friday this year though. Won't be bringing the wife though... she has enough trouble staying warm in front out the fireplace in Auckland, let alone outside on the central plateau! Works ok tho cause she can do girly stuff while I'm away :)

[Hitcher]

Brass monkey, Cold kiwi, I just don't get it. Could somebody please explain??

[F5 Dave]

Brass monkey, Cold kiwi, I just don't get it. Could somebody please explain??


No I can't but it just part of the rich tapestry of motorcycledom which makes you do silly things in a group.

My favourite years were when I took the RG50 from wgtn. 6 years I think! Great fun riding around at the site like a total prat on the grass on a 50.

Best one was when my girlfriend of the time had a CG110 & Doug Green’s brother (Murray perhaps?) took a Kawi 100 that was running in, & we slipstreamed all the way up there. Unlike Milton whose 100 didn’t make it through the Haitaiti tunnel.

I’m going to miss this one. First one in 17yrs & for a lousy excuse like having to go to a wedding. (not mine even). Still I had my quotient of cold at the Brass this year & have the Lemming run in a week’s time to remind me.

Have one for me while you are there guys!! :apint:

[Pickle]

Dave

yea those were good years going up on 100's slipstreaming all the way, felt like a race except top speed was only approx 11okph, even managed to take a 12' x 9' tent on the 100's complete with fold out chairs and gas cookers, It was Murray on the Kawi 100 and approx 6 others all on 100s
So no Dave on the Rg50 this year - a wedding eh still I might just see you at the Lemming Run :cold:

[Quasievil]

What are the dates for the cold Kiwi?? and Im keen to tag algong with others if anyone wants the company.
Do ya buy tickets or just pay at the site??

[duckman]

I might be keen if the numbers are good.... hint hint.....
how about a support van with heaters and tents e.t.c. ??? :headbang:

[sparrow_34]

I'm up for it, rain hail or shine. :cold:

[Quasievil]

Yeah But when is it ???

[sparrow_34]

3 - 5 September

http://www.coldkiwi.co.nz/pages/coldkiwi.html

[duckman]

O.k. I'm now deffintely going to this and have another couple of riders confirmed as well. So if anyone wants to ride with a pack ... we will be leaving on the Friday, prolly about 10:00am.

Let me know ... :niceone:

[festus]

The usual crowd from Wanganui will be going.....it's news to me that this is the last CK :confused:

[Bleck K6]

O.k. I'm now deffintely going to this and have another couple of riders confirmed as well. So if anyone wants to ride with a pack ... we will be leaving on the Friday, prolly about 10:00am.

Let me know ... :niceone:

There will be a bunch of us leaving on friday morning, usually between 5-10 of us. Me or DEATH will sort out what time we are leaving & post it on here.
Everyone is welcome to join us.

[Jbee]

Yep ill definetly be thier ,definetly not gonna miss the 30th anniverary of the kiwi ,hopefully it wont be the last cold kiwi ,but if it is I wanna be thier , :rockon:

[Coldkiwi]

O.k. I'm now deffintely going to this and have another couple of riders confirmed as well. So if anyone wants to ride with a pack ... we will be leaving on the Friday, prolly about 10:00am.

Let me know ... :niceone:

right.. THIS time I'll try and ride down with you clowns :)

riding solo really isn't as much fun. Most enjoyable part of my ride down last year was catching up with groups of bikes going down west of Taupo and tagging along.

mental note to self: only take 1/2 the stuff you did last year... if taking the kitchen sink, sell the gixxer and buy a damn goldwing!

[DEATH_INC.]

Draco's got a lecture in the morning('till 11.30) so we won't get away 'till about 12.30......

[What?]

This year's Kiwi will NOT be the last. There are no plans to discontinue this rally. So say the Ruapehu Motorcycle Club.

[Bleck K6]

This year's Kiwi will NOT be the last. There are no plans to discontinue this rally. So say the Ruapehu Motorcycle Club.
Thats good to hear :niceone:

[StoneChucker]

This sounds like heaps of fun, although I'd only go for the ride, and the social side. I don't to "burn-outs", I can't "hill climb" very well, "best bike" doesn't interest me, I haven't modified mine in any way yet, etc...

Anyone from Wellington, or surrounding areas going? I might be interested in a group ride up from here, but I need to organise, nay, tell work when I'm off :P So, let me know who's keen. :soon:

VTwin? You up for it?

PS: Where do you store "a tent, warm clothing, hat, plate, knife, fork, spoon and a mug" on a sports bike? :P

[SPman]

PS: Where do you store "a tent, warm clothing, hat, plate, knife, fork, spoon and a mug" on a sports bike? :P
Ummm.....like this?

[pete376403]

You wear the warm clothing, you don't need eatin' irons (real rally food comes in paper bags), likewise you don't need the mug (drink straight from the can). That just leaves the tent, sleeping bag and hat. A pack rack should be adequate to tie everything to.

[Pickle]

SP Man you travelling light??

[StoneChucker]

A pack rack, on my bike? Hell, I may as well sell it, and buy a harley! Sorry, I didn't mean that, really, I promise :P

Well, depending on who's going, I might sort something out.

[Holy Roller]

Need to get some form of saddle bags this year to get the weight lower. Its harder to pack a sports bike for two though :Pokey:
This year I'll pack lighter as there were unused articles taking up space.
I'ts only for two nights if you remember them that is for some of you guys anyway :puke:
I recomend the prepaid meals last year they were really good unlike the Brass Monkey ones, that just leaves a Friday night meal out at Waiouru or Ohakune and a choice of other eats on site to feed the worms when the need arises. Most just survive on a liquid all day lunch.
Some bring a elaborate setup in a cage with driver so they can travel light.

[Jbee]

Awesome !!! darn good news that its not ending ! Should be a real good aniversery rally im thinkin . yeah bring it on ,ill be thier . :apint:

[Pickle]

Viv & I will be going up on our KLR250's if anyone wants to join us, nice leisurely trip, may go up to Himitangi on Friday nite so can get on the road early Sat morning.
Will be looking at an alternative road ( gravel ) for the return trip.

PM me if you are going up Sat from Wellington and want someone to ride with. :scooter: :ride:

[festus]

A pack rack, on my bike? Hell, I may as well sell it, and buy a harley! Sorry, I didn't mean that, really, I promise :P

Well, depending on who's going, I might sort something out.

You can get away with not taking a tent too, I haven't had to pack a tent yet, as my brother takes his 2 man tent. So just make sure one of your crew has a tent and you're sweet. I'm sure a beer or 6 will be suffice rent for the night :niceone:

Cannot imagine this rally ever stopping, too much history to let this one fall over.

[grantman]

I will be there with a couple of mates

Its always a good place for a beer and a laugh

Forgot the tent pegs last year ! ! !

See ya down there

Cheers
Grantman

[fastford111]

its almost time and i cant wait landing in auckland on the thursday and of on friday hopeing tiller can make it he might need someone from hamilton to ride on saturday mourning with hope to meet some kb guys down there :soon:

[DEATH_INC.]

What about organisng a place/time to meet up at the site,maybe sat arvo.Be good to put some faces to names......

[duckman]

O.k. can I have a show of hands - Who's riding down on the Friday.

I'm looking for a pack to ride with - Soooooooo lets see em!! :eek:

[Coldkiwi]

O.k. can I have a show of hands - Who's riding down on the Friday.

I'm looking for a pack to ride with - Soooooooo lets see em!! :eek:

...just gotta see if I can get the day off...

[Sparky Bills]

i WILL BE GOING!
WILL PROB BE LEAVING FRIDAY SOMETIME.
Hopefully will ride the Gixer, will need to take it out of race trim!
should be interesting.
Other wise I will borrow a bike from the shop.(if boss lets me) :beer:

[Coldkiwi]

whats the deal with registering now? if I send the form in, am I still good for the meals or can I just get brekky etc there?

[Holy Roller]

whats the deal with registering now? if I send the form in, am I still good for the meals or can I just get brekky etc there?

The form has a cut off date of 20 August.
You can pay at the gate. I'd ask there if you can pre book your meals. If not theres always plenty of food avaliable.
I'll be set up early on friday afternoon down the far end by the drain. Same place as last year. I've got a small burgandy coloured tent or just look for the Kiwi Biker sticker on my sissy bar. See you you there.
Gordon

[DEATH_INC.]

O.k. can I have a show of hands - Who's riding down on the Friday.

I'm looking for a pack to ride with - Soooooooo lets see em!! :eek:
We're still going friday,about 12.30 ish(as soon as draco gets in from tech...)there's about 7 or 8 of us and you're welcome to tag along.PM me if yer interested and I'll give ya my address,we're leaving from here.(SA)

[JohnBoy]

NO BLOODY DOUT I AM THERE!!!
have been really sick last week, but brought warmer sleeping bag so should be not issue.
have heard rumours about being last thats why i have trying to convince everyone i know to go!
see you all there

[clint640]

I'll be there, It'll be my first Cold Kiwi so I'm looking forward to it!
Look for the big orange chook chaser as listed above & say g'day.

Cheers
Clint

[Coldkiwi]

Anyone planning to leave AUckland early Saturday morning? I don't think I can swing the Friday off so I'll save my self one freezing night and food costs and will head down early Saturday. Hopefully get to site by noon and will be over the central plateau as it thaws out!

Anyone keen to go down then would be most welcome to join me. PM or txt me on 021 537 473 to hook up.

[Cajun]

Anyone planning to leave AUckland early Saturday morning? I don't think I can swing the Friday off so I'll save my self one freezing night and food costs and will head down early Saturday. Hopefully get to site by noon and will be over the central plateau as it thaws out!

Anyone keen to go down then would be most welcome to join me. PM or txt me on 021 537 473 to hook up.


CK loosebruce is leaving auckland and meeting quasi in hamilton and me somewhere along the way as we are heading to wellington

[Coldkiwi]

what time are you meeting in Hamilton? I hadn't planned to go that way because SH27 is quicker but so long as I arrive there at a decent time I don't mind

[Cajun]

what time are you meeting in Hamilton? I hadn't planned to go that way because SH27 is quicker but so long as I arrive there at a decent time I don't mind

Not to sure yet, waiting for qausi to decide what way we gonna go down

[Quasievil]

Oh youre waiting for me ??

Okay here is the plan.

Loosebruce and Coldkiwi meet at the autobarn at 8.30am travel to Hamilton to meet me at 10am at Boyd Honda, we head down western bypass (quickest for all) and stop at Whakamaru just past mangakino at the damn cafe place for a coffee. Cajun leaves TGA at 9.30 am to Putaruru then Tokoroa to Whakamaru, orders our coffee and pie, we arrive eat then all head down to COld Kiwi site, say Bye Byes and head on to Wellington arriving around 5pm then we get drunk.
Hows that ??

[Cajun]

Oh youre waiting for me ??

Okay here is the plan.

Loosebruce and Coldkiwi meet at the autobarn at 8.30am travel to Hamilton to meet me at 10am at Boyd Honda, we head down western bypass (quickest for all) and stop at Whakamaru just past mangakino at the damn cafe place for a coffee. Cajun leaves TGA at 9.30 am to Putaruru then Tokoroa to Whakamaru, orders our coffee and pie, we arrive eat then all head down to COld Kiwi site, say Bye Byes and head on to Wellington arriving around 5pm then we get drunk.
Hows that ??


thats not to bad not a to early start for me, last time i went to wellington i was up and on road at 6.30am dc:<

Quasi i most likley go thru rotovegas its a quicker than going all way over kamais to go thru putaruru
was in taupo by 8.30am eating breakfast

[Coldkiwi]

what time would we get to cold kiwi then? The closer to midday, the better as far as I'm concerned.

[Quasievil]

thats not to bad not a to early start for me, last time i went to wellington i was up and on road at 6.30am dc:<

Quasi i most likley go thru rotovegas its a quicker than going all way over kamais to go thru putaruru
was in taupo by 8.30am eating breakfast
Nah BS you go over Kainais and before you get to the turn off to Hammy or Matamata , or first left coming down the Kaimais takes you smack into Putaruru if you go Rotorua way it will take ages mate

[Quasievil]

what time would we get to cold kiwi then? The closer to midday, the better as far as I'm concerned.
I reckon it would be 2pm ish hopefully before, maybe we can leave earlier ?? say 1 hour earlier that would still be good yeah?