Wairarapa: Motorcycle Sprints 11 February 2007 [Archive]

Deano

22nd December 2006, 08:22

Whats the entry numbers like Deano?

I would not want to take up valuable time from 'serious' competitors but running the mighty Tritanic down there could be a laugh..... And thus far - the disasters that have kept me from everyone of these events are missing from my calendar..

Paul N

There were 43 in Sept and 27 in November (the weather probably put a few off in Nov).

There is no limit to the number of entries - with the whole day at our disposal I think everyone gets more than their share of attempts, providing the weather is ok.

You're more than welcome, you might even win something.

skelstar

22nd December 2006, 08:40

Don't let numbers put you off Paul. The more diverse the range of bikes the better too...you get sick of buzzy Jap sprots bikes after a while :).

22nd December 2006, 16:11

Good. I didn't bother getting out of bed in Nov. because of the inclement weather. We don't do inclement weather do my bike and I. No in deed we do not. But we do like... to thrash the shitters out of the motor on a #@%* bril day.

Str8 Jacket

22nd December 2006, 18:29

fleshwound

23rd December 2006, 14:47

im working that weekend

if everything goes to plan (which does'nt often happen with me)

ill see you there!!

Mooch

23rd December 2006, 21:24

Don't let numbers put you off Paul. The more diverse the range of bikes the better too...you get sick of buzzy Jap sprots bikes after a while :).

Hehe , Pauls Guzzi would be the first "mouse firing etal" in the sprints , surley he'd win something for that !.
Paul , you'd be welcome to take a "more modern" twin for a run :msn-wink: , I'll be going.:yes:

nudemetalz

23rd December 2006, 21:50

I might take my "modern" - "retro" twin there too.
Give Paul a bit of a hurry up :bleh:

Fatjim

23rd December 2006, 22:17

Im in and lloking forward to it! Just a question though.... It has prices for over and under 600cc's but what about the price for 600cc's. Will they be classed as over or under or something different?

The over/under 600 is a way of penailising those cheating kwakas and trumpies who can't do a half decent 598cc engine (well kwaka used not to.)

But then I may be wrong.

Lissa

24th December 2006, 06:55

I might enter... is there a prize for slowest GN? Or hangon.. slowest overall? :mellow:

If not I'll help with the sausages.. etc again!

Trudes

24th December 2006, 07:11

I'll help with the sausages.. etc again!

I bet you say that to all the boys.:shit:
Oh and we call them 'men' these days, they tend to get a bit pissed off at being cut down to their useful parts.

Darkman

24th December 2006, 08:07

hope to enter the race bike..well..got to get it running first.

Deano

28th December 2006, 09:40

Im in and lloking forward to it! Just a question though.... It has prices for over and under 600cc's but what about the price for 600cc's. Will they be classed as over or under or something different?

600cc (classified not true cc) and over pay the higher entry fee.

Deano

17th January 2007, 13:22

*Bump*

10ch

Lissa

17th January 2007, 13:25

Will help out again Deano if you need me... maybe not for sausages I know Mrs Deano loves bbqing ;)

I wont enter either... dont want to scare people away.

Ivan

18th January 2007, 21:58

I will be there with bells on again the mighty 2 smoke is back.
And most likely 3 2 smokes

Deano

25th January 2007, 07:40

Call for Marshalls/Assistance.

Ok, can we please have some volunteers to marshall, record times, sizzle sausages etc at the sprints on February 11 ?

We also need an MC to announce the riders as they commence their run. A knowledge of bikes is prefered but not crucial. A sense of humour will help too.

If you are planning on competing, could you maybe bring a partner or friend that may be able to assist us, even if only for half the day ? The roles can also be rotated to give some variety.

Marshalls would need to be on site between 8.30am and 9.30am to help set up and attend the briefing.

Please reply or PM me if you can help.

skelstar

25th January 2007, 08:01

You know I'll be there. Drew not going to MC this time?...missed out on the show last time dammit.

Deano

25th January 2007, 08:56

You know I'll be there. Drew not going to MC this time?...missed out on the show last time dammit.

Knew we could count on you. Drew will be away that weekend.

If no one else steps up I may MC myself.

skelstar

25th January 2007, 08:57

Please!!!.....won't someone please volunteer for the MC duties!!!

What about poos?

cowpoos

25th January 2007, 09:00

Please!!!.....won't someone please volunteer for the MC duties!!!

What about poos?
I dunno...its a family outing...hmm!

skelstar

25th January 2007, 09:03

Yeah but you get to talk shit and you'd be really loud(er).

svs

25th January 2007, 09:25

Deano

25th January 2007, 11:46

I dunno...its a family outing...hmm!

And all we would hear is slagging off Hondas......

skelstar

25th January 2007, 11:53

And all we would hear is slagging off Hondas......

I don't know if poos is as 'quick' as Drew with the banter...in fact Drew would be quicker off the mark on a Honda...

:corn:

bistard

25th January 2007, 11:55

I'll try and get up there this year. who knows, might even have the sv back on the road. I'd like to compete, but if not then i can help out.

and the MC thing would be a bad idea. no one can understand me at manfeild :)

Its not just at Manfield,I thought thats why you have Dave with you,most times,so he can explain what you are saying
Hahaha

bistard

25th January 2007, 11:57

it depends on my work roster,but I will try & get there & can help out during the day

cowpoos

25th January 2007, 12:15

And all we would hear is slagging off Hondas......

hmmm....good point....yeah I may as well stick to learning them!!

I don't know if poos is as 'quick' as Drew with the banter...in fact Drew would be quicker off the mark on a Honda...

:corn:

fuck...only one thing that bois faster than me at....and it ain't to do with bikes [the fucker can drink a can of tui in something like 31sec!!!!!]

and your a smart bitch!!

Lissa

25th January 2007, 12:45

I'll help out. Wont MC though... just put me down for something, dont mind taking the times again deano... :yes:

Deano

25th January 2007, 12:51

it depends on my work roster,but I will try & get there & can help out during the day

That'd be bloody maaarvelous of you mate.

fuck...only one thing that bois faster than me at....and it ain't to do with bikes [the fucker can drink a can of tui in something like 31sec!!!!!]

Don't ya mean 3.1s ? AND didn't I beat him ?

cowpoos

25th January 2007, 13:07

Don't ya mean 3.1s ? AND didn't I beat him ?

yeah it was priddy quick now I think of it...not sure if you did beat him...half your tui went down ya cheeks ???

Deano

25th January 2007, 13:14

yeah it was priddy quick now I think of it...not sure if you did beat him...half your tui went down ya cheeks ???

Don't cry over spilt beer - it was only a wee dribble......

Ivan

28th January 2007, 20:57

hmmm....good point....yeah I may as well stick to learning them!!

fuck...only one thing that bois faster than me at....and it ain't to do with bikes [the fucker can drink a can of tui in something like 31sec!!!!!]

and your a smart bitch!!

Only 31 seconds thats quite a long time mate i seen faster, hole in the can start drinken and tear the tab and away she goes 10 seconds max

kickingzebra

28th January 2007, 21:30

Try to be there, have to check it all out for working blah de blah, but high speeds on public roads legally has to be good!

Madness

28th January 2007, 21:38

I read in the promotional poster up at the summit cafe that back protectors are required. Are the pads of foam in the back of my jacket good enuff? I didn't have a problem in september...

skelstar

28th January 2007, 22:27

Ill bring my back protector if you wanna borrow it mate.

Be good to see you here Jonno.

limbimtimwim

29th January 2007, 07:20

I'll bring mine too for anyone who wants to borrow it.

Of course, you might catch my 'back warts' but.. ya know.

1st February 2007, 18:27

Hey Deano you seem to be in bed with the organisers. How about a 800cc class- no jinx'd seven fiddies allowed.
Better still a 800cc parallel twin class so I can clean up.
I might enter the new bike but it's not worth the effort doing the flying- no chance of setting the world on fire there. But I'm interested to get the beemer timed over the standing 1/4 starts. It seems quite quick off the mark in the lower gears.
Will there be a wheelie session? Always a crowd pleaser. That way I'll get more for my entry fee.

Mooch

5th February 2007, 13:58

Deano ,

Can you confirm if back protectors are mandatory for this event ?

Deano

5th February 2007, 14:05

Deano ,

Can you confirm if back protectors are mandatory for this event ?

Yes they are. There are about 6 available for hire on the day for $10.

Hey Deano you seem to be in bed with the organisers. How about a 800cc class- no jinx'd seven fiddies allowed.
Better still a 800cc parallel twin class so I can clean up.
I might enter the new bike but it's not worth the effort doing the flying- no chance of setting the world on fire there. But I'm interested to get the beemer timed over the standing 1/4 starts. It seems quite quick off the mark in the lower gears.
Will there be a wheelie session? Always a crowd pleaser. That way I'll get more for my entry fee.

I've been appointed to the committee, but I ain't getting into bed with any of them.

I'm sure you will have a good shot at retaining your 'best wheelie' title !!

Steam

5th February 2007, 14:23

OH
MY
GOD

I just learned about this event. I am riding over immediately and camping on the side of the track to wait! It sounds incredible, 300kph, I have not seen that before.
See you all there!

skelstar

5th February 2007, 14:27

I camped on the finishline as a marshall in Nov, trust me close to 300km/h ALL DAY does get tiring :).

Bloody good fun to watch though...

Deano

5th February 2007, 14:35

hole in the can start drinken and tear the tab and away she goes 10 seconds max

10s is slow. Sub 5s is respectable.

OH
MY
GOD

I just learned about this event. I am riding over immediately and camping on the side of the track to wait! It sounds incredible, 300kph, I have not seen that before.
See you all there!

Interested in marshalling ? You get the best seats in the house.

kickingzebra

5th February 2007, 17:49

I can't make it!! Devastated, sorry to be a huge let down! Budget is the bad guy!

skelstar

5th February 2007, 18:31

I can't make it!! Devastated, sorry to be a huge let down! Budget is the bad guy!
Mate, I think you've already done enough for a mallowpuff :niceone:

RantyDave

5th February 2007, 20:07

(back protectors being mandatory)

Yes they are. There are about 6 available for hire on the day for $10.
Other than that, am I good to go in Cordura?

Dave

Deano

5th February 2007, 20:12

(back protectors being mandatory)

Other than that, am I good to go in Cordura?

Dave

Sweet as mate.

Madness

5th February 2007, 20:17

Ill bring my back protector if you wanna borrow it mate.

I'll bring mine too for anyone who wants to borrow it.

Cheers for the offers, alas my budget looks to restrict me to marshalling duties, we'll see on the day.

Bump... getting close now too.

Wasp

5th February 2007, 20:31

I'll be there but not entering the Bandit this time so my back protector (7 link spool) will be free and I'd be happy to help out

Steam

8th February 2007, 04:58

I may be there to help out with marshalling/sausages, if I don't work late Saturday night. I'll see if I can arrive for the volunteer briefing at 8.30, if not I'll come say hi anyway.

Paul in NZ

9th February 2007, 11:44

Hmmm.... Well... I reckon, based on private testing carried out under strict laboratory conditions that the mighty Tritanic can wheeze up to an utterly phenominal 85 to 95 mph velocity (135 to 150 kph) with a true potential of 160kph on the cards (gasp) but the clutch is a bit slippy at the moment so hard to be sure... Even if it's a lower figure its nice to have something to do better than...

So - provided she passes the home mech check tonight (ie not eating it's lash caps) AND I can squeeze into me leathers (burp) I reckon I might rock on up for the laugh of it. Geeze, I'll even fit the patented oil breather catch tank for the real road racer look but the wide cowboy bars are staying!

Bit rough paying the 'over 600cc' entry for an under 250cc performance but I'm up for it I reckons.... Probably have to be headed away around 2pm though....

Cheers

Mooch - you going over mate? Might meet you at Pauatahanui?

skelstar

9th February 2007, 11:54

We can always do with more class at this event Paul (talking about the bike sorry bro).

limbimtimwim

9th February 2007, 11:59

That Triumph IS class.

Paul in NZ

9th February 2007, 12:04

We can always do with more class at this event Paul (talking about the bike sorry bro).

You mean you just love me for my bike.... (sniff).... I feel so..... dirty.... (I need a hug).....

Anyway - the spectators will get a long look at it as we hurtle past... ;-) Wonder where I put me googles

Deano

9th February 2007, 12:05

Cheers for all the offers of help to marshal etc.

Looks like we will have plenty of people to rotate duties.

Anyone who thinks they could MC/announce better than me please stand up now........

skelstar

9th February 2007, 12:06

...and we can watch the bugs landing on the front of your helmet, walking over the top, and jumping off the back!

...old joke courtesy of Skunk

Paul in NZ

9th February 2007, 12:25

...and we can watch the bugs landing on the front of your helmet, walking over the top, and jumping off the back!

...old joke courtesy of Skunk

Mate - I'll be able to watch them pulling away from me - it's very depressing (yet ecologically sound)

Paul in NZ

9th February 2007, 12:32

BTW - anyone know what the NZ land speed records are for various classes?

Lissa

9th February 2007, 12:56

I thought you had to wear leather??? Well last sprints you did.

Do I have to be there at 8.30am... its rather early for me. :D

Wasp

9th February 2007, 13:18

what time are spectators (and riders) riding over there?

Deano

9th February 2007, 13:28

I thought you had to wear leather??? Well last sprints you did.

Do I have to be there at 8.30am... its rather early for me. :D

Double checking the safety gear at the mo, but nylon motocross trou are ok as are kevlar trou and heavy worsted (woolen) trousers, so I can't see cordura being a problem.

Whatever time you can get there is ok, but closer to 8.30am the better.

Paul in NZ

9th February 2007, 13:45

heavy worsted (woolen) trousers,.

Cor! Is it OK if Vicki knits or crochets me a helmet as well for that genuine 1960's look? Bearing in mind safety I will get her to use a double cable stitch of course...

Mooch

9th February 2007, 17:43

VasalineWarrior

9th February 2007, 18:10

Want to see how fast the new racebike goes. Will see you all there :scooter:

GSVR

10th February 2007, 06:24

Want to see how fast the new racebike goes. Will see you all there :scooter:

I'm gonna come down especially to check this bike out. If its anything like Tahana Parkers Hyosung it will be plenty fast enough.

Deano

10th February 2007, 10:16

Just confirmed that Cordura trou and jacket are fine.

See you tomorrow.

et al

10th February 2007, 11:29

Pauatahanui Sounds good, Jim2 has lent me a back protector , hopefully it will fit between christmas season pie eating and the little room left in my leathers.
Etal, are you going ? We could met you as well.
Yes, thanks. Were you thinking of meeting up at Pauatahanui roundabout, or maybe at Challenge - 0700hrs? (will PM you to confirm).

Lissa

10th February 2007, 13:06

Not that I am seriously thinking of entering my GN (ive seen my competition), but can learners enter?

I will be there 8.30am on the dot but I'm not being brolly dolly!!

Deano

10th February 2007, 16:01

Not that I am seriously thinking of entering my GN (ive seen my competition), but can learners enter?

It wouldn't be the first GN to enter and you're more than welcome to have a go at it.

Paul in NZ

10th February 2007, 18:36

Yes, thanks. Were you thinking of meeting up at Pauatahanui roundabout, or maybe at Challenge - 0700hrs? (will PM you to confirm).

I will try very (very) hard to be there at 0700.... Egad cell is 027 249 9959

skelstar

10th February 2007, 20:32

LBTW and I will be endevouring to leave Rimutex (TM) at 7:50am for marshall duty. Another race over the hill Deano? Maybe will have to come up with another excuse for being slow in your car other than 'clearing hub caps off the road' ;)

et al

10th February 2007, 21:07

I will try very (very) hard to be there at 0700.... Egad cell is 027 249 9959
I have not heard back from Mooch yet - so unless I hear otherwise will stick with Plan A and meet you at 0700hrs. I assume you might travel via Greys Rd/Paekakariki Hill Road so I will wait on that side of Pauatahanui roundabout for you (and thus will also remain visible to any low flying 748's coming from Whitby). If we miss each other then I will be stopping at Caltex Rimutuka for a top up so if all else fails no doubt our paths will cross somewhere along the way.

Paul in NZ

10th February 2007, 21:34

I have not heard back from Mooch yet - so unless I hear otherwise will stick with Plan A and meet you at 0700hrs. I assume you might travel via Greys Rd/Paekakariki Hill Road so I will wait on that side of Pauatahanui roundabout for you (and thus will also remain visible to any low flying 748's coming from Whitby). If we miss each other then I will be stopping at Caltex Rimutuka for a top up so if all else fails no doubt our paths will cross somewhere along the way.

Sweet - will do - off to bed for some zzzzzz. Bikes all ready, oils fresh, tyres pumped, larger main jet fitted (phoar - tuned - be good for a couple more klicks i reckon), fresh gas in the tank and generally checked over... Leathers are 'tight' (squeak) but I cannot see anything I've overlooked???? Of course - not seeing things is HOW you overlook things but you get my drift

Mooch

10th February 2007, 22:14

Etal

See you at 700 by the roundabout

Cheers
Mooch

skelstar

11th February 2007, 05:44

WOO HOO

What a brilliant day to be going fast! (and checking helmet straps etc)

Deano

11th February 2007, 06:00

Yep, she's all go - weather looks mint, no wind. Bring a hat, sunscreen and light coloured clothing.......

Paul in NZ

11th February 2007, 14:19

Well I'm first back because I'm old and my bikes even older and neither of us can afford the kind of abuse I was dishing out.... Yes - on my first standing start it jumped out of second and I panic shifted straight through 3rd into one of the many false neutrals that lurk between the gears and the tach saw some numbers that it will hopefully never see again - all for a 16 second standing 1/4.... (sigh) 2nd run was a bit better but short shifting did little for the time.

However - thats the only bad thing. It was a bloody brilliant day - wonderfully well organised and more fun than custard filled rubber undies.

The mighty Tritanic flew through the traps on the flying 1/4 at an astonishing 159.83 kph (99.32mph in the old money) which put a swell in me trousers and a smile on me dial - feckin brilliant for a damn near 40 year old 650cc bike I reckon. The last few rpms needed to be squeezed from the old tart and since the day was heating up, I saw little point in going for the magic ton! (160.93 kph).... Next time I will be using a few tuning tweaks learned in the pits (like removing the mirror)

All in all - It was the best $50 sods I've spend this year. Thanks to all the organisers and helpers - you people are doing a good job and turning on a decent event. We just need to get out there and support them. This is grass roots stuff guys - After my performance on the tritanic today you cannot make a bigger arse of yourself so now that I've happily lowered the bar - go for it....

Paul N

ps - Lots of bikes going flat out up the hill on the way back. Funny how people will spend a shit load on tinted sceens and risk a fortune in tickets breaking the law but won't stump up $50 to go as fast as you possibly can safely and legally.... I did 4 runs - cheap at twice the price.

Steam

11th February 2007, 14:53

I just got back too, it was AMAZING!
300kph, that's pretty fast. One day I will go that fast. In an aircraft.
I tried to take photos but I kept shooting empty road, I couldn't time it right!
The Hayabusa with the turbo sounded amazing, like a jetplane more than a bike.
I ate two sausages and met more Kiwibikers, I met MD, Deano, Lissa, Et Al, Paul, and I saw Limbimtimwim and Darkman too from a distance.
Next time I will go early and volunteer for marshalling or whatever.
Wicked stuff!
And I am proud to say my mighty combat GN250 had six people gawking at it at one stage. All of whom were on bikes of one litre capacity or greater!
I kept quiet that it was mine and said "yeah, it's cool eh".

Paul in NZ

11th February 2007, 16:13

And I am proud to say my mighty combat GN250 had six people gawking at it at one stage. I kept quiet that it was mine and said "yeah, it's cool eh".

It is cool and more than 6 people were gawking... Its a gawk magnet...

cowboyz

11th February 2007, 16:26

I was thinking about heading down that way but big night last night and wasn't feeling the best all day so its a do fuckall day for me.

Results?

Bonez

11th February 2007, 16:40

No pics yet!! A alright. Hell, even asked if I wanted to sell the CX. Met up with GaryH and did the scenic route back.

cowboyz

11th February 2007, 16:44

is that where you sneaked off too. I called in this afternoon and obviously you werent there.

Bonez

11th February 2007, 16:54

is that where you sneaked off too. I called in this afternoon and obviously you werent there.Sort of one of those last minute decisions one makes. Fucken good one it was too I might add. Couldn't ask for better days riding. Even scraped the CXs foot pegs a couple of times. At well below the speed limit I might add.

Took Gary on a bit of tarmac he hadn't covered before and discussed some routes the Aushurst lot could do in future.

11th February 2007, 16:56

I feel a bit guilty just turning up for the lunch time shananagans. Thanks Deano for letting me participate. As soon as I arrived Tony was screaming, "Quick come and join me. I'm not doing wheelies on my own"

I intended to get there early but slept in. Two stubbies at night does that too me nowadays.

I look forward to seeing how that crazy black BMW K1200R (without a muffler) did in the results. He looked damn quick in the standings that I watched.

Hey Paul- you were the star! Listening to people "oooh, arghhh, that's beautiful" as you lined up. Of course they were describing you in tight leathers, the bike wasn't too shabby either. No, I have to say, it takes my breath away.

I asked around and no one with a camera seemed to have caught my new beast in action? If anyone captured a suitable 'moment' let me know please.

Darkman

11th February 2007, 17:37

Cheers MD for letting me have a go on the 800. Bit different, but real easy to ride.Good wheelie as you were leaving!!

Yeah..that BMW with no pipe had a good run. Must say, best sounding BMW i ever heard.

Crasherfromwayback

11th February 2007, 17:49

The mighty Tritanic flew through the traps on the flying 1/4 at an astonishing 159.83 kph (99.32mph in the old money) which put a swell in me trousers and a smile on me dial - feckin brilliant for a damn near 40 year old 650cc bike I reckon. The last few rpms needed to be squeezed from the old tart and since the day was heating up, I saw little point in going for the magic ton! (160.93 kph).... Next time I will be using a few tuning tweaks learned in the pits (like removing the mirror)

Try about 50psi in the tyres too Paul....always good for a couple of k's extra!

Steam

11th February 2007, 17:52

I asked around and no one with a camera seemed to have caught my new beast in action? If anyone captured a suitable 'moment' let me know please.

I didn't get any photos sorry, but here I just uploaded a video of you doing a wheelie.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5nZgcYSl_CE

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GSVR

11th February 2007, 17:53

Good ride both ways. Bit annoyed now I didn't enter as it would have been good to compare my bikes times with Vasaline Warriors Hyosung. Road seemed pretty flat with even the fastest bikes looking rock solid.

Some people were very good at launching in the standing 1/4 others didn't get away that well. Great wheelies in the lunch break. Shame the Turbo Busa wasn't running perfect with a bit of a miss up top but 294kph wasn't to bad.

Cheers to Deano for the commentary it made the event heaps better.

Lissa

11th February 2007, 17:56

Steam

11th February 2007, 18:16

At least mine was the shinest!!! :D
You are right Lissa, and yours was the ones the kids liked the best, no other rider allowed the rats anywhere near their machines!
Here are some pics of the day. I like the one of the disreputable lads sitting in the grass, and the tiny kid on the tank of his dad's bike. I remember those days, being that tiny!

Madness

11th February 2007, 18:28

I like the one of the disreputable lads sitting in the grass

I must remember to tell Stevo he looks disreputable next time I see him. I would have called him dodgy looking myself.

et al

11th February 2007, 19:12

et al: Explore Limits of S4R and S for Make Benefit Glorious State of Motorcycling Nirvana
Thanks Cliff Hanger Promotions for putting on another great event. My day started early when I met up with Paul in NZ and Mooch at the pre-arranged time of 0700hrs but the early start was worth it because the ride up Rimutaka Hill was clear of other traffic until we caught up with a car at the Summit. Following Mooch down the other side on his booming 748 was an aural pleasure. It was a delight to have Paul in NZ on his old Trumpy along - whenever I see that bike it reminds me of the days when I wore hair and flares. Met lots of interesting and varied people and bikes at the Sprints and did enough runs until I got to the point where I felt I had committed enough attrocities upon my naked Italian and would not get any faster so left before the end. I had been a bit wary of riding the naked bike at max speed however this turned out to be no worry at all, it remained planted and stable. Enjoyed the Lunchtime wheelie display - MD's standup style was graceful and looked like he could do that all day. Tony Sampson's was a more brutal exhibition but equally as brilliant.

11th February 2007, 19:29

Thanks heaps for that Steam and good to meet you and put a name & face to that uhhh, unusual GN I've seen around before. Now I can wave knowing who it is.
It's strange to do wheelies but not know what it's coming across like to onlookers. Brilliant to finally see myself captured by one of those modern moving pictures gadgits.
Et al- you'll be pleased to know the people standing beside me were complimenting what a fine example of a Ducati your's was.

kiwifruit

11th February 2007, 19:33

sick wheelie MD :headbang:

koba

11th February 2007, 19:43

Hey all im the guy who had the 250 out there today, ya may have seen me around before but this is my first post on KB.

That was great fun, only next time it would be better to see a few more small (SLOW!) bikes out there, c'mon guys ya dont have to do 250km plus to have fun!

Thanks all for a great day out anyway and loads of thanks to the organisers and volunteers who make it posssible.

In case you were wondering; I managed 161.85kph and 15.75sec standing which im bloody rapt with!
:Punk:

Kinje

11th February 2007, 20:13

Didn't participate today :o but may well have to next time...???

Got a pic MD, not a great one tho sorry- those were some impressive wheelies :first:

limbimtimwim

11th February 2007, 20:36

Wa-hey, great day. It was great to particpate this again, but this time with a radio to make me look like a plonker.

A'course, I always look like a plonker.

Lorax

11th February 2007, 21:45

this is my first post on KB.

That was great fun, only next time it would be better to see a few more small (SLOW!) bikes out there, c'mon guys ya dont have to do 250km plus to have fun!

Yeah man, awesome to see you running. I'm Steams brother, was out there on my GN too, you represented us little engined people well! My bike is the black GN with the BMW windshield to the left of Steams military GN in one of Bones's photo's. Was tempted to get amongst it but I would've smoked my engine doing 140 on my ginny.

Great meeting you Lissa, and yes, your bike is shinier than mine, try to keep it that way. I've given up!

Insane, insane day. To tell the truth, my fav bike was the 2.3 litre Triumph that didn't enter, 400kg the rider said. Berloody hell.

Paul in NZ

11th February 2007, 21:55

In case you were wondering; I managed 161.85kph and 15.75sec standing which im bloody rapt with!
:Punk:

aaarrghh you beat me ya bugger.. well done mate!

Seriously folks - look at these pictures and tell me the spirit of Burt Munro does not beat loud and proud in this fair land. Well done everyone and thanks for a fun day - me day license and the speed is going onto the memories wall...

Madness

11th February 2007, 22:07

me day license and the speed is going onto the memories wall...

But wait, there's more!
Certificates were handed out at the end of the day. Deano might have yours, He's a bloody good chap like that.

11th February 2007, 22:13

Got a pic MD, not a great one tho sorry- those were some impressive wheelies :first:
Good effort. It's hard work capturing a moving object on today's digital cameras. They seem to have erratic time delays purposely build in to annoy us.
Cheers and next time give your bike a run. It's great to see such variety entered. It would be a boring show if only those late model 160+ hp bikes wrapped in plastic entered. I enjoyed watching the GN rider waving to the crowd as he flew passed in the Sept. sprints.

Deano

12th February 2007, 09:50

Great to hear the positive feedback guys - and the event wouldn't be possible without the support of riders keen to participate so if you are thinking about entering in the future........JUST DO IT !!

I have Certificates for those that left before the end. I will drop these off or post out over the next couple of days.

Results will be up on www.cliffhanger.org.nz in the next few days also.

Thanks again to all the entrants, marshals and other volunteers, and of course the sponsors.

Tony Sampson had best flying speed - 300.5kph
Dean and Maxine Van Ingen came all the way from Nelson to compete - Dean did about 294kph on Turbo Hayabusa, which unfortunately was not running quite on song, but Dean is keen to try again next time.

Craig Olliver did 298kph on ZX12R.

The Cliffhanger Hillclimb is being held 17 and 18 March, and entries are likely to be limited to about 45 riders. I'm getting mine in pretty early to avoid disappointment.

More info is available on the above website.

Lissa

12th February 2007, 10:40

Great Wheelies MD!!!

Dean I'm sorry I wasnt much help, but I had to take vid and pics for Madmatt, but I DID TRY and get simon to be more vocal on the radio thingy.

If kinje is entering next time, I am going to give it a try, looks like loads of fun... was a little jealous.

Lorax and Steam... was great to meet some other ginny riders. :Punk:

Managed to get a few pics of my own in:

1. The guys all lined up at the start.
2. Getting ready.
3. koba getting set to go.

skelstar

12th February 2007, 10:42

Hey, Malcom is giving Simon the 'ole one-eye in the last photo!

Paul in NZ

12th February 2007, 10:51

Great to hear the positive feedback guys - and the event wouldn't be possible without the support of riders keen to participate so if you are thinking about entering in the future........JUST DO IT !!
.

Just to back up what Deano is saying...

While it's nice to watch people doing 300kph - not one person had a bad word to say about anyones effort or there right to have a go. Personally - I'd like to see a wider variety of machines and I think I've talked one guy with a hot HD into having a go and why not? I'll be doing a write up for the Classic Club lads and try to convince a few of them to give it a go as well..

I really enjoyed the low key approach and the fun of it all.

Thanks

Lissa

12th February 2007, 10:52

A couple more:

An awesome day.. so glad the weather was perfect!! Can't wait for the next one.

1. koba's off...
2. And more waiting

kiwifruit

12th February 2007, 10:53

whens the next one?

skelstar

12th February 2007, 10:55

Next one is in September. Cliffhanger Hill Climb on the 17th and 18th of March. Its going to be awesome!

wayne708

12th February 2007, 18:04

Pity the clock wasn't running for Tony Sampsons wheelie runs, recon they would have been fairly respectable flying quarter times, awsome display guys.

koba

12th February 2007, 19:40

Photos are great, Its awesome to find the on KB because I'm shocking at having heaps of great as fun times that I want to share with others or remember if I make it to old age, and forgeting the damn camera!

I think I'm busted as a poser tho!

Cheers to all you guys who take photos at events!
:rockon:

VasalineWarrior

12th February 2007, 20:42

svs

13th February 2007, 09:40

it was a fantastic day. marshalling down by the factory, so didn't get to see much of the fast runs, but good to see all the bikes after completing their runs.

Good to see the variety of machines out there, and the attitudes of the locals varied from 'good on ya' to 'fuck off'. The joys of traffic control :) Might have the SV out for a run next time ...

Paul in NZ

13th February 2007, 20:54

Got me certificate today Deano - thanks mate. I'm cuffed!

Standing 1/4 = 16.29 Sec
Flying 1/4 = 99.3 MPH

To put this into context....

Cycle World road test of a 1966 TR6 SR (mech equivalent now my TR6C is running street gearing and I'm running a 67 engine in a 1970 chassis)

Standing 1/4 = 15.8 Sec
Flying 1/4 = 95.0 MPH

So my standing technique needs work but the old girls flying!

A stock 1970 TR6R would be 102 MPH and 14.9 sec...

Chuffed? I'm estatic!

Paul N

James Deuce

13th February 2007, 21:06

the attitudes of the locals varied from 'good on ya' to 'fuck off'.

I'm not surprised. Same issue as last time. People not told it was on and access and through roads to property blocked with no detour warnings at the entry to the roads resulting in having to back track 2 or 3 kilometers. You'd probably say "fuck off" too if it was done to you and you had no interest and no perception of motorcyclists as anything other than speed crazed gang members.

Paul in NZ

14th February 2007, 08:17

I'm not surprised. You'd probably say "fuck off" too if it was done to you and you had no interest and no perception of motorcyclists as anything other than speed crazed gang members.

I'm not tough enough to tell a speed crazed gang member to fuck off...

James Deuce

14th February 2007, 08:23

Deano

15th February 2007, 08:16

The last two Dalefield Rd excercises have resulted in me getting my ear chewed off by mouth breathing yokels who think that anyone born outside the Wairarapa is a foreigner. Just because I'm related to the Yokels doesn't make it any easier and since the the Battle of the Masterton Cossie Club in the early '80s the Yokels have no fear of Gangs.

Ahhh, it takes all sorts doesn't it. One 'yokel' asked if the "caution tape' was necessary across his driveway........Ummm yes it is actually !! Despite being notified of the road closure weeks in advance, some people still forget.

Bah humbug.....pfffft

Deano

15th February 2007, 08:23

Same issue as last time. People not told it was on and access and through roads to property blocked with no detour warnings at the entry to the roads resulting in having to back track 2 or 3 kilometers. You'd probably say "fuck off" too if it was done to you and you had no interest and no perception of motorcyclists as anything other than speed crazed gang members.

I find it VERY hard to believe they did not know about it - my information is that all residents were notifed, and they only have to wait ten minutes or so before the road was cleared. Detour signs do not work one hundred percent either and in a lot of cases it is quicker to wait for the runs to end so...... pfffft.

Didn't we hear the same gripes about cycling races and access.....FFS...let's all sit at home and weave farken baskets or twiddle our thumbs so we don't farken upset anyone.

Rather you than me getting these calls Jim - I'm afraid my diplomacy only stretches so far before speaking my mind.

svs

15th February 2007, 08:51

I find it VERY hard to believe they did not know about it - my information is that all residents were notifed,

Well maybe the leaflets in the letterboxes just weren't enough. maybe they got chucked out without being read. At one point 2 locals trying to get back in both claimed they didn't know anything about it.

and they only have to wait ten minutes or so before the road was cleared.

you try explaining that to someone who wants to go home now!

hsvboy06

15th February 2007, 08:54

Detour signs do not work one hundred percent...
So true! I arrived about 2pm in my cage and driving down Dalefield Rd I came across a "Road Closed" sign. Not unexpected. So, I parked there on the side of the road. However, the next car that came down the road just drove right around the sign at some considerable speed and continued on down the road! :gob: Bikes were still coming the other way...

Deano

15th February 2007, 09:17

Well maybe the leaflets in the letterboxes just weren't enough. maybe they got chucked out without being read. At one point 2 locals trying to get back in both claimed they didn't know anything about it.

My understanding is that the Council must also publically notify any road closure in the local paper........can these people read ?

If there is any real urgency, the marshal can always let the start know and hold the bikes.....no big deal really, although having dealt with a few people from the Rapa now, little things do tend to stress them out more than one would expect.......so much for that country air......must be all that methane.

James Deuce

15th February 2007, 09:25

Rather you than me getting these calls Jim - I'm afraid my diplomacy only stretches so far before speaking my mind.

I had to breathe very deeply. Unfortunately people with property in Belvedere, Dalefield, and the Waiohini (sp.) valley use Dalefield as a through route, often on unregistered vehicles (What The?) so that makes the people preventing them from making their illegal journey the villains.

deanmax

15th February 2007, 19:07

Deano - we had a fantastic time. It was well worth the trip up. It was a well run and well organised day. Thanks to all the Committee, marshalls etc for their hard work and efforts.

There are always going to be people who can't read, or are just plain whingers about motorsport events or just whingeing for the sake of hearing their own voice. You can't please everyone all of the time. There is always going to be somebody who is not happy or have their nose out of joint.

To the marhsalls who get the abuse from the locals, please try to hang in their and persevere with it - we know its not easy getting ear bashed.

If it wasn't for these type of volunteers, there would be no events like this anywhere and none of us would get the opportunity to have some controlled, safe, fun. We appreciate the efforts that you all went to and appreciate the shit you get for trying to run these events. THANK YOU!

We are looking forward to coming to the next event. :yes:

Cheers

Dean and Max

Paul in NZ

15th February 2007, 19:19

We are looking forward to coming to the next event. :yes:

Dean and Max

Good to meet you guys - not bad folks despite having too many valves and cams in the wrong place.... ;-)

Cheers

Paul N (funny old Pommy Bike)

Steam

16th February 2007, 10:47

Results have been posted for the day here... http://www.cliffhanger.org.nz/results/sprints_2007_feb.htm

http://www.cliffhanger.org.nz/sprints.htm

Sparky Bills

16th February 2007, 11:02

Heard from a few people that it was a great day.
Well done Deano.

And dont worry, there are always going to be people (KBers and non) bitching and complaining about different aspects of events. Its human nature to complain.
Someones always got somthing to say!:whocares:

Whats this i hear about only 2 in the wheelie comp!?
Come on people! Whats going on!?:innocent:
If i guy on a BMW can wheelie, anyone can! haha (just kidding MD:innocent: )

I was at the xgames all day, so didnt make it.
But all going well, my new toy will be here before the Hill Climb!:innocent:
Its going to be great!:Punk:

Paul in NZ

16th February 2007, 11:20

Come on people! Whats going on!?:innocent:
If i guy on a BMW can wheelie, anyone can! haha (just kidding MD:innocent: )
:

I heard the owners club is planning on drumming him out after ripping all the insignia off his jacket.... I was going to enter the Triumph but no one was prepared to run along in front holding the wheel up!

Sparky Bills

16th February 2007, 11:24

I heard the owners club is planning on drumming him out after ripping all the insignia off his jacket.... I was going to enter the Triumph but no one was prepared to run along in front holding the wheel up!

HAHA! Ill let you off then.

Ivan

16th February 2007, 12:36

Im a local from Featherston so i am abit just a little bit more civalised,
I reckon for what 3 times a year that who cares,
Yeah it is hard to tell someone the road is closed and wait 10 minutes

If it gets to bad why dont the sprints go back to the old location? considering theres always V8 jet boats out there in the river and not many locals and not a vary busy road considering I live in the area and spend alot of time out Ocean beach riding and never ever see any cars along there.

Good on you guys for running it

Definatly see you at the hill climb

hsvboy06

20th February 2007, 13:09

I just got around to getting my photos off my camera. I didn't get there until about 2pm, and only the die hards were still there, and sorry but I have no idea who you are. I've cropped and reduced these for the site - if anyone wants a full sized copy (about 1MB each) then please PM me you email address or something.

hsvboy06

20th February 2007, 13:11

...and some more, mostly bikes returning after their runs.

VasalineWarrior

20th February 2007, 22:12

[QUOTE=Sparky Bills;939489]
Whats this i hear about only 2 in the wheelie comp!?

Can I borrow your bike and try? Ive only flipped twice

Paul in NZ

21st February 2007, 20:08

Ah! Fame!

http://times-age.co.nz/localsport/storydisplay.cfm?storyid=3722785&thesection=localsport&thesubsection=&thesecondsubsection=

limbimtimwim

25th February 2007, 19:35

Sorry about the thread resurrect, just got back from the yearly South Island tour today. WOOT!

Concerning the locals, Skelstar and myself got one irritated local at the start line and that's it.

I let through many cars straight after a bike had just done started their run to go down the road and turn off at the first intersection. In this manner we hardly interrupted their day at all. They would have have had to wait much longer for a farmer to move their livestock across the road than wait for us to let them through in most cases.

Steam

25th February 2007, 19:41

Motorcycle sprint action at Dalefield
21.02.2007
BY DEAN BENTLEY
"Sunny Wairarapa" lived up to it's name on February 11, for Cliffhanger Promotions' motorcycle sprints on Dalefield Road, Carterton.

Sunny Wairarapa?? WTF, it was overcast! In my memory at least. It wasn't too hot therefore. I hate journos who make shit up.

Oh, ok, looking back at the photos it was a bit sunny at some stage.

skelstar

25th February 2007, 19:43

Nah, I got burnt, as did a few competitors. It was pleasantly cool in the morn, but hot later in the arvo.

Deano

27th February 2007, 07:27

Sunny Wairarapa?? WTF, it was overcast! In my memory at least. It wasn't too hot therefore. I hate journos who make shit up.

Oh, ok, looking back at the photos it was a bit sunny at some stage.

Want to check the name there buddy........Deano....Dean.....:nono:

Funny how myself and several others got sunburnt ain't it ?

Steam

27th February 2007, 09:47

Funny how myself and several others got sunburnt ain't it ?

Sunny Wairarapa?? WTF, it was overcast! In my memory at least. It wasn't too hot therefore. I hate journos who make shit up.

Oh, ok, looking back at the photos it was a bit sunny at some stage.

But sorry anyway.

skelstar

27th February 2007, 09:49

Deano is a councill spin-doctor. Don't worry about it.

Fatjim

27th February 2007, 10:41

Want to check the name there buddy........Deano....Dean.....:nono:

Funny how myself and several others got sunburnt ain't it ?

Mate, with that pasty complexion you'd sun burnt on a moonlit night.

Looked pretty cloudy to me, oh thats right, I wasn't there. Bugger missed all the sausages. Would have made an extra effort if pies were available.