Hawke's Bay weekend rides

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Shite, I cant remember the name of the spot but there is a pub right in the middle of the Napier/Taupo road and you had just gone past it whem I saw you, I waved!

Tarawera ..... I didn't see any bikes at the pub. Sorry if I didn't wave. Have a great ride today. I am off to Taupo to pick up the dead race bike. And bring Speights_Bud back. Cheers

[NZsarge]

hmm just answered you on other thread .. I know Al had to stop in Turangi to pick up some stuff .. so far weather down this way is fine with high cloud rain not supose to hit til later on this aft ..

about to move horses so if i hear from al I will text you :D

Yeah cool, to be perfectly honest I just don't wanna get a wet arse, i'm just getting over a shitty head cold.

[NZsarge]

Tarawera ..... I didn't see any bikes at the pub. Sorry if I didn't wave. Have a great ride today. I am off to Taupo to pick up the dead race bike. And bring Speights_Bud back. Cheers

Yeah thats the place....and you did wave.

[NZsarge]

BTW, Bayview BP to Taupo KFC riding time 1 hour 22 minutes nothing outrages done.

[yungatart]

We'd just got it sorted and about to get on our way when the arrogant bastard (cop) pulled up behind, lights on etc. YT went to talk to him, but he was in boots'n all...


Ok! Got to thinking about this guys attitude on the way home..(you can think about all sorts of random shite when you are pillion) and decided to do something about it. He was quite over the top and unnecessarily so IMHO, and not once did he offer any assistance.
So I rang the local police station, asked to be put through to traffic and got the Senior Seargeant. I apologised for not having got the plod's number but he knew exactly who I was talking about. I said that his attitude sucked etc and that he was giving decent cops a bad name (you catch more flies with honey than you do with vinegar). I was asked to put my complaint in writing and email it forthwith to the S S. He assures me that the cop in question will be "talked to" about his lack of public relations skills.
It is apparently not the first time someone has complained about this jerk.
I felt as though the guy I spoke to on the phone was genuine.
Will let you all know what happens.

[Wasp27]

BTW, Bayview BP to Taupo KFC riding time 1 hour 22 minutes nothing outrages done.


Ok! Got to thinking about this guys attitude on the way home..(you can think about all sorts of random shite when you are pillion) and decided to do something about it. He was quite over the top and unnecessarily so IMHO, and not once did he offer any assistance.
So I rang the local police station, asked to be put through to traffic and got the Senior Seargeant. I apologised for not having got the plod's number but he knew exactly who I was talking about. I said that his attitude sucked etc and that he was giving decent cops a bad name (you catch more flies with honey than you do with vinegar). I was asked to put my complaint in writing and email it forthwith to the S S. He assures me that the cop in question will be "talked to" about his lack of public relations skills.
It is apparently not the first time someone has complained about this jerk.
I felt as though the guy I spoke to on the phone was genuine.
Will let you all know what happens.

Good on you girl...shame that one :tugger:s attitude tends to reflect on the whole force...I'm sure there's enough :Police: who regularly read these posts to know just who your referring to.....so much for the publics co-operation in keeping the roads safe:whistle:. cant wait to see what happens:spanking::corn:

[Dooly]

You go Janet!

Meant to say, enjoyed the ride to Tarawera.

The ride home was neat especially, a good brisk pace, not too slow, good fast constant speed.
Bacon was behind us so all was good.

[Gixxer 4 ever]

There is hope. The Gixxer mist just gets under the skin.. AYE W

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Last Thursday and Friday I went to work with W & D. Gotta love their office aye. Report to follow.

[BigG]

Last Thursday and Friday I went to work with W & D. Gotta love their office aye. Report to follow. Looks like you had a good ride, whos taking the photo only can see two bikes. W will have to try the Yamy.

[yungatart]

There is hope. The Gixxer mist just gets under the skin.. AYE W

Wrong! It just looks all wrong!

[Wasp27]

Last Thursday and Friday I went to work with W & D. Gotta love their office aye. Report to follow.

Thanks you guys.....that was a special time. Will remember that forever:2thumbsup. cheers W & D

[Wasp27]

Wrong! It just looks all wrong!

"................:shutup:...............":msn-wink:

[BigG]

Is there anyone driving up to Taupo on the 13th for the raceing cos I would be very obliged if some nice person could bring some fairings back for me as I cant carry them on me bike. Who's raceing that weekend.

[Wasp27]

Looks like you had a good ride, whos taking the photo only can see two bikes. W will have to try the Yamy.

A very kind gent who was having a cuppa with his wife at a pinic table just along from us offered........
It's a very tempting offer G... That R6 is a really cool machine. I'd be too scared I would scratch it. I'll tell you something though if I was going to buy a Yammy I 'd be going straight to Tony Rees in Whakatane....really good guys there G. well worth the trip. cheers W

[Colapop]

Did they have something nice for me...? (Wishful thinking ATM.. but ya can dream can't ya?)

[Wasp27]

Did they have something nice for me...? (Wishful thinking ATM.. but ya can dream can't ya?)

Yes Col, they had a shop full of 'nice' stuff.....dont worry I was havin a dream or two there myself. You could do a lot worse than deal with those guys...believe me. Certainly setting a new standard in M/Cycle shops.
cheers W

[speights_bud]

Is there anyone driving up to Taupo on the 13th for the raceing cos I would be very obliged if some nice person could bring some fairings back for me as I cant carry them on me bike. Who's raceing that weekend.

I will be riding up at this stage, the RG won't be up and running in time. But i'll keep an ear out for anyone who's taking a cage up or back.

[BigG]

I will be riding up at this stage, the RG won't be up and running in time. But i'll keep an ear out for anyone who's taking a cage up or back.Cheers Paddy

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Cheers Paddy

Aye G.... we will be in OZ and will miss the race meeting but.... And it may or may not work out..... but our old van broke a cam belt last weekend and is in the shop. If it was going by the weekend you could put your bike in the van and drive it up with all your gear. Think about it and it depends if the van is going. Will keep you informed

[BigG]

Aye G.... we will be in OZ and will miss the race meeting but.... And it may or may not work out..... but our old van broke a cam belt last weekend and is in the shop. If it was going by the weekend you could put your bike in the van and drive it up with all your gear. Think about it and it depends if the van is going. Will keep you informedThanks Steve but I aint going to race it just yet, I was going to ride up to watch the raceing but I might take the truck up. A KB member has a set of fairings for sale but unfortunately he is going up from Wellington via State HW 1 cos its quicker. If any one from our end is comeing back to HB maybe get them to cart them back. Thanks for the offer anyway.:niceone:

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Thanks Steve but I aint going to race it just yet, I was going to ride up to watch the raceing but I might take the truck up. A KB member has a set of fairings for sale but unfortunately he is going up from Wellington via State HW 1 cos its quicker. If any one from our end is comeing back to HB maybe get them to cart them back. Thanks for the offer anyway.:niceone:

Ok. Yep I got the wrong end of that stick. K later :cool:

[Stickchick]

Hey Guys, Was wondering if anyone had a spare jacket for my cousin to wear as he wants to come for a ride on Saturday with us as a pillon. The seat isn;t a problem thanks to Jrandom but I would prefer that he had a decent jacket to wear. He is about Paddys size I suppose. Also maybe a spare helmet? Not too sure whether my one will fit him but I will see him tomorrow night so will find out

[yungatart]

Hey Guys, Was wondering if anyone had a spare jacket for my cousin to wear as he wants to come for a ride on Saturday with us as a pillon. The seat isn;t a problem thanks to Jrandom but I would prefer that he had a decent jacket to wear. He is about Paddys size I suppose. Also maybe a spare helmet? Not too sure whether my one will fit him but I will see him tomorrow night so will find out

Yep, got a jacket! You can pick it up tonight.
Can't help with the helmet tho.

[Stickchick]

Yep, got a jacket! You can pick it up tonight.
Can't help with the helmet tho.

Thanks Tart, he will be rapted as he has been here for a week without anything to do and its driving him crazy so I'm wanting to show him what I like to do since I only see him once in a blue moon because he lives in Oz.

[Stickchick]

Speights_Bud!!!! Thanks Soooo much for that gear, Michael will be rapted and my Aunty will be loving you right now knowing full well her son is going to be protected.

I think I owe you another bottle of Yagameister I think...Soon to be coming your way

[speights_bud]

Speights_Bud!!!! Thanks Soooo much for that gear, Michael will be rapted and my Aunty will be loving you right now knowing full well her son is going to be protected.

I think I owe you another bottle of Yagameister I think...Soon to be coming your way

No problems sticky, i'm happy to help :)

No need for the Jagameister, the lending of gear is what we bikers do for each other :2thumbsup.

[Wasp27]

No problems sticky, i'm happy to help :)

No need for the Jagameister, the lending of gear is what we bikers do for each other :2thumbsup.

Not hard to see where he comes from.........:msn-wink:

[Stickchick]

Not hard to see where he comes from.........:msn-wink:

Firs thought was to check that name to make sure it wasn;t Gixxer posting hehehe

Anyway Jrandom won;t be visiting this weekend so if someone could pillon my cousin and maybe me if its too windy I would be grateful.

[speights_bud]

i would if somebody would lend me a bike, I'm eligible for my full license now, just got some paperwork to sort out :mad:

You know i behave with a pillion :)

However I'd have no insurance cover :(

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Firs thought was to check that name to make sure it wasn;t Gixxer posting hehehe

Anyway Jrandom won;t be visiting this weekend so if someone could pillon my cousin and maybe me if its too windy I would be grateful.

:o thank you Chicky and W............ I think....

Anyone else from here going to the GP in OZ?

[Zukin]

i would if somebody would lend me a bike, I'm eligible for my full license now, just got some paperwork to sort out :mad:

You know i behave with a pillion :)

However I'd have no insurance cover :(

I have the DRZ if you want to use that for your licence?

Cheers Scott

[BigG]

Sticky did I see you holding all the traffic up comeing down Karamu Road about 4.45pm this arvo.:shutup:

[BigG]

My boy just bought himself a nice YZ250 for the dirt mmmmm might be dirt riding for a while, mind you Ive already tride it on the Ace.

[hXc]

Sticky did I see you holding all the traffic up comeing down Karamu Road about 4.45pm this arvo.:shutup:Nah. Her bike is still here.

[robertydog]

Nah. Her bike is still here.

Cause shes wimpy:bleh:

[sinned]

The speed triple is heading to Havelock North for lunch on Saturday with Mustang's Fatboy. Just a running in trip to get some kms up before the first service on Wednesday. We will head up SH50 arriving in the village around noon. Leave to head back to Wellington early afternoon and down SH2.
Wave if you see us :yes:

[Dooly]

The speed triple is heading to Havelock North for lunch on Saturday with Mustang's Fatboy. Just a running in trip to get some kms up before the first service on Wednesday. We will head up SH50 arriving in the village around noon. Leave to head back to Wellington early afternoon and down SH2.
Wave if you see us :yes:

I'll prob see ya mate, SHW50 is right where I live, 15 mins from Havelock North.

[Zukin]

I wont be there tomorrow..again:weep:

Carissa had her knee operation yesterday, it all went well and she is now at home recovering:clap:

So I am at home looking after her for a change :blink:

So have fun and ride safe

Scott

[BigG]

The speed triple is heading to Havelock North for lunch on Saturday with Mustang's Fatboy. Just a running in trip to get some kms up before the first service on Wednesday. We will head up SH50 arriving in the village around noon. Leave to head back to Wellington early afternoon and down SH2.
Wave if you see us :yes:I'll Look out for you, whare you gona have lunch

[BigG]

Nah. Her bike is still here.Thats good to hear I saw someone on a 250 going 0 kph holding up a load of traffic, hoped it wasnt sticky but had simaler riding gear.:argh:

[speights_bud]

I have the DRZ if you want to use that for your licence?

Cheers Scott


Hi Scott, thanks so much for the offer, I'm sorting out some paperwork on monday, so i may be able to shift my test frm Nov2nd to Oct the 15th with a little inside help from the AA. I will be able to let you now how everything has been arranged on Monday. Might take you up on the offer once everything has been confirmed. Thanks once again:)

[sinned]

I'll Look out for you, whare you gona have lunch

Lunching with folks at Mary Doyle. We will stop in the village a bit before noon to have a look and then around 1 - 1.30pm before heading back.

[sinned]

I'll prob see ya mate, SHW50 is right where I live, 15 mins from Havelock North.

I on the street wave us down

[Dooly]

I on the street wave us down

Umm, not quite possible, I'm on a hill overlooking HW50.:lol:
Be carefull, its horrendously windy here now.

[MSTRS]

Be carefull, its horrendously windy here now.

Still is. Supposed to drop 'soon' for most of the day. Fingers crossed eh?

[yungatart]

Still is. Supposed to drop 'soon' for most of the day. Fingers crossed eh?

Wind has dropped! Before you get too excited, it will be back good and strong by 2.30! Bugger! I hate spring winds!

[MSTRS]

Wind has dropped! Before you get too excited, it will be back good and strong by 2.30! Bugger! I hate spring winds!

Oh well...there's always Bathhurst to look forward to. Or house sex.

[NZsarge]

Wind has dropped! Before you get too excited, it will be back good and strong by 2.30! Bugger! I hate spring winds!

Ditto that, wind always puts me in a evil mood if I have to spend too much time in it.

[Wasp27]

Oh well...there's always Bathhurst to look forward to. Or house sex.

You have sex with your....house????:eek5:

[MSTRS]

You have sex with your....house????:eek5:

It's my house. And it hasn't complained. Yet.

[Dooly]

Funnily enough its not too windy up on the hill here, but just came from down at road level and its blowing shit loads there, so I imagine out here HW50 wont be an enjoyable ride if anyone's heading this way.
Unless you weigh 200 kilos and have a 350 kilo cruiser to buffer yourself against it.

[yungatart]

Unless you weigh 200 kilos and have a 350 kilo cruiser to buffer yourself against it.

Thats not a nice thing to say about Wasp27, I'm sure he weighs less than that:Pokey:

[Stickchick]

Well the President of the Wimpy Club is not riding in this wind....Should have seen me walking to the VTC...Quite funny its like being back in Welly. Sooooo Any chance of getting a pillon seat with someone for both myself and my cousin? let me know a.s.a.p

[Stickchick]

Sticky did I see you holding all the traffic up comeing down Karamu Road about 4.45pm this arvo.:shutup:

Holding up traffic? I don't do that....much:doh:. But no I didn;t have my bike as its still at Janet and Johns

[yungatart]

Well the President of the Wimpy Club is not riding in this wind....Should have seen me walking to the VTC...Quite funny its like being back in Welly. Sooooo Any chance of getting a pillon seat with someone for both myself and my cousin? let me know a.s.a.p

If it keeps up like this, I won't be riding either....nor will Mstrs.

[robertydog]

Well the President of the Wimpy Club is not riding in this wind.... Sooooo Any chance of getting a pillon seat with someone for both myself and my cousin? let me know a.s.a.p

But but but what about the wind

[Wasp27]

Thats not a nice thing to say about Wasp27, I'm sure he weighs less than that:Pokey:

Yeah......just a tad:laugh:

[BigG]

:angry2:Well what happened to you all. Rob, Dave and myself went for a ride in what wind. What a pleasant ride to Portorino and back beautiful weather and good company eh Rob and Dave. Well Steve you must have thought about your ride before you take off to Philip Island you lucky bloke. What happened W saw you talking to Steve you watching the races. It was nice to get out though, Lance came to Napier but was a bit reluctant to take the Max to far as it is not still 100%.

[Wasp27]

:angry2:Well what happened to you all. Rob, Dave and myself went for a ride in what wind. What a pleasant ride to Portorino and back beautiful weather and good company eh Rob and Dave. Well Steve you must have thought about your ride before you take off to Philip Island you lucky bloke. What happened W saw you talking to Steve you watching the races. It was nice to get out though, Lance came to Napier but was a bit reluctant to take the Max to far as it is not still 100%.

Hell, I've just posted my membership card to the 'Wimpy Club".....ya don't expect me to ride when it's windy..........do ya?:whistle:

[DeltaBravo]

:angry2:Well what happened to you all. Rob, Dave and myself went for a ride in what wind. What a pleasant ride to Portorino and back beautiful weather and good company eh Rob and Dave. Well Steve you must have thought about your ride before you take off to Philip Island you lucky bloke. What happened W saw you talking to Steve you watching the races. It was nice to get out though, Lance came to Napier but was a bit reluctant to take the Max to far as it is not still 100%.

Good ride, what wind!!! thanks guys. Enjoyed the ride fully expected you both to pass on the way back. That corner just south of the gorge caught me out though. Must watch that better next time. Caught up with Johnno
(Vstrome) on way back, he just said "Bugger" Cheers guy's. Working next weekend, so hope the weather's good for you all.

[BigG]

Hell, I've just posted my membership card to the 'Wimpy Club".....ya don't expect me to ride when it's windy..........do ya?:whistle:Twas only windy at west shore I believe or when we passed you:woohoo: Gee that Cafe' is nice now at Portorino:niceone:

[BigG]

Good ride, what wind!!! thanks guys. Enjoyed the ride fully expected you both to pass on the way back. That corner just south of the gorge caught me out though. Must watch that better next time. Caught up with Johnno
(Vstrome) on way back, he just said "Bugger" Cheers guy's. Working next weekend, so hope the weather's good for you all. Was good to stay behind you Dave for me anyway I have got to stay calm, never mind about that little misshap the road was clear( lucky boy):laugh:

[sinned]

Umm, not quite possible, I'm on a hill overlooking HW50.:lol:
Be carefull, its horrendously windy here now.
You were not kidding about the wind. I have not been in wind that strong and we had it both ways from the Rimutakas. It would have been a brilliant ride but for the wind but was still a great ride and what better way to spend a Saturday. We love SH50. It is about time I moved back to the Bay.

[Gixxer 4 ever]

:angry2:Well what happened to you all. Rob, Dave and myself went for a ride in what wind. What a pleasant ride to Portorino and back beautiful weather and good company eh Rob and Dave. Well Steve you must have thought about your ride before you take off to Philip Island you lucky bloke. What happened W saw you talking to Steve you watching the races. It was nice to get out though, Lance came to Napier but was a bit reluctant to take the Max to far as it is not still 100%.

I saw you BigG. Bloody nice bike that one mate. I can't ride at 1.30 cos I have to be home at 2.30 to get the cows done. I zoomed out for a ride to see if the new Cam chain adjuster was working ok. Sure is by the way. And who should I see at home.... yea W so I had to drop in and see what he was up to. I have ridden in the wind in the last few days and it is not all bad. just keep the speed below 200 and you are fine.... Bloody wimps...... ooops sorry Chicky......:wari:...

[robertydog]

Yup was a good cruise today. Really nice. Its amazing how sheltered that road is from the wind.

Nice bike G. Goes really well.

Yo Dave you riding well. Dont worry we all make mishaps. You will learn from it.

Got me cam out. Tried to suss it out but had to resort to the instructions. Will try and hook it up dis week and see if we can get some footage of us on da road.:niceone:

Hey Stick just so you know, we arnt in the wimpy club...........yet

[Gixxer 4 ever]

:eek: Silly red flags.....:bleh:....

Go da blue oval

[MSTRS]

:eek: Silly red flags.....:bleh:....

Go da blue oval

The precedent of history coupled with the law of averages says...Fucked On Race Day

[NZsarge]

The precedent of history coupled with the law of averages says...Fucked On Race Day

I've had two V8 holdens and a XR6 Turbo so I sit on the fence (he says holding a red flag behind his back) Bring back the mighty Nissan Skylines!!

[Zukin]

SPEED KILLS
Drive a Holden and live forever :bleh:

Q: How is a golf ball different from a Holden?
A: You can drive a golf ball 200 yards

If one or more of these is true, unfortunately, you are driving a Holden...

You look in your rear-view mirror to see two people with their hands on your tailgate.
You constantly receive sympathy cards from the LTSA.
When you are walking across the parking lot, you see a priest performing last rights on your car.
While stopped at traffic lights, other motorists offer to help push to get you started again.
You have preferred customer status at Repco Auto Parts.
You have to stop along side the road at least once a day to pick up parts that have fallen off.
You leave your keys in the ignition and a $20 bill on the dash for gas money in hopes that someone will steal your car.
When you drive though town, people stop what they are doing and just start laughing.
In place of a spare tire, you find a pair of running shoes

:2thumbsup :D

[NZsarge]

SPEED KILLS
Drive a Holden and live forever :bleh:

Q: How is a golf ball different from a Holden?
A: You can drive a golf ball 200 yards

If one or more of these is true, unfortunately, you are driving a Holden...

You look in your rear-view mirror to see two people with their hands on your tailgate.
You constantly receive sympathy cards from the LTSA.
When you are walking across the parking lot, you see a priest performing last rights on your car.
While stopped at traffic lights, other motorists offer to help push to get you started again.
You have preferred customer status at Repco Auto Parts.
You have to stop along side the road at least once a day to pick up parts that have fallen off.
You leave your keys in the ignition and a $20 bill on the dash for gas money in hopes that someone will steal your car.
When you drive though town, people stop what they are doing and just start laughing.
In place of a spare tire, you find a pair of running shoes

:2thumbsup :D

Eww ahh grr, dems fightin' words!!!;)

[MSTRS]

Scott - we are off to church...to pray for your soul.

[Wasp27]

:eek: Silly Blue Oval.....:bleh:....

Go da Red Flags:Oops:

Finally seen the light through all that mist...........:laugh:
Ya had to know that was comin big guy......

[Wasp27]

Scott - we are off to church...to pray for your soul.

They usually set up an area cordoned off for sinners like that......:rolleyes:

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Finally seen the light through all that mist...........:laugh:
Ya had to know that was comin big guy......

Changed in true olden style :nono:

You will find me in your neighbours place from now on..:innocent:..

[Gixxer 4 ever]

SPEED KILLS
Drive a Holden and live forever :bleh:

Q: How is a golf ball different from a Holden?
A: You can drive a golf ball 200 yards

If one or more of these is true, unfortunately, you are driving a Holden...

You look in your rear-view mirror to see two people with their hands on your tailgate.
You constantly receive sympathy cards from the LTSA.
When you are walking across the parking lot, you see a priest performing last rights on your car.
While stopped at traffic lights, other motorists offer to help push to get you started again.
You have preferred customer status at Repco Auto Parts.
You have to stop along side the road at least once a day to pick up parts that have fallen off.
You leave your keys in the ignition and a $20 bill on the dash for gas money in hopes that someone will steal your car.
When you drive though town, people stop what they are doing and just start laughing.
In place of a spare tire, you find a pair of running shoes

:2thumbsup :D

Green bling for this man.... oh yes sir plenty of green bling

[BigG]

FordFour wheels on aboard,
Garunteed to go if you push it.:clap::clap:

[Wasp27]

Changed in true 'oldens-'ondas & 'arleys style :nono:

You will find me in your neighbours place from now on..:innocent:..

I'm sure they will make you more than welcome.......:msn-wink: hope ya have a nice day anyway:niceone: cheers W & D

[BigG]

You were not kidding about the wind. I have not been in wind that strong and we had it both ways from the Rimutakas. It would have been a brilliant ride but for the wind but was still a great ride and what better way to spend a Saturday. We love SH50. It is about time I moved back to the Bay. Missed you in Havelock, looked around Mary Doyle, rode through the Village but could not see a nice black Triple so went for our ride, probably catch you guys next time you's visit.

[BigG]

Yup was a good cruise today. Really nice. Its amazing how sheltered that road is from the wind.

Nice bike G. Goes really well.

Yo Dave you riding well. Dont worry we all make mishaps. You will learn from it.

Got me cam out. Tried to suss it out but had to resort to the instructions. Will try and hook it up dis week and see if we can get some footage of us on da road.:niceone:

Hey Stick just so you know, we arnt in the wimpy club...........yetThat will be awesome, but how will you take shots of us cos we cant keep up, you'll have to put a camera on the back to see us:2thumbsup

[yungatart]

That will be awesome, but how will you take shots of us cos we cant keep up, you'll have to put a camera on the back to see us:2thumbsup

Silly! he gets there first and then lies in wait...how do you think he has ever got photos of me...the nanarest of nana riders!
Mind you, he does need to learn to get to grips with camera adjustment for wind shear:laugh:

[yungatart]

:eek: Silly red flags.....:bleh:....

Go da blue oval

But you drive a Holden? Are you spying for the enemy?
Nobody can trust a man that swings both ways...:devil2:

[BigG]

:cry::cry:Well I is off to watch a decent game of Rugby this arvo, hope the Bay play a little better than the men in Black ( Silver)

[Gixxer 4 ever]

But you drive a Holden? Are you spying for the enemy?
Nobody can trust a man that swings both ways...:devil2:

Thats cos Mary Mooo owns one and I have to drive it and her around. I don't own a car but it would be a Ford if I did.

I don't swing both ways..:cool:.. well only one way at any one time....

I note the Ford flag is bigger than the olden flag W.

[Wasp27]

I note the Ford flag is bigger than the olden flag W.

And if ya went past a little slower....... you would'a noticed it was printed on one side only....:bleh:.......still I guess......... 'alf a flags betta than nun:D

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Was that olden juice I saw on the track before the start of the race???? Maybe you could voluntaire your flags to clean it up .......:rolleyes:.....

[Wasp27]

Was that olden juice I saw on the track before the start of the race???? Maybe you could voluntaire your flags to clean it up .......:rolleyes:.....

"..........:shutup:..........":laugh:

[yungatart]

Was that olden juice I saw on the track before the start of the race???? Maybe you could voluntaire your flags to clean it up .......:rolleyes:.....

Maybe we could use those black ones with the mastercard logo on them...they are kind of superfluous to requirements now.....

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Maybe we could use those black ones with the mastercard logo on them...they are kind of superfluous to requirements now.....

:rofl::rofl: Nice......... but sad. Their 16 players did well.......:crybaby:

[robertydog]

That will be awesome, but how will you take shots of us cos we cant keep up, you'll have to put a camera on the back to see us:2thumbsup

Dont know what you on about. I came home yesterday at the back of the pack.

[Gixxer 4 ever]

:eek: ............

[BigG]

Dont know what you on about. I came home yesterday at the back of the pack.
You were behaving yourself keeping an eye on us eh!:dodge:

[Wasp27]

:eek: ............

Oh,.....alright then....ya dont have to rub it in :weep:

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Oh,.....alright then....ya dont have to rub it in :weep:

I never said a word.......:shutup: :wari:


I did toot on my way to Hastings and on the way home just now.........
What a great night for a ride.....:2thumbsup........ yeeeee haaaaaaaaaa x2

Rollin rollin rollin keep them Fords ....:msn-wink:...... ooops sorry

[Zukin]

And there was only 3 of "those" red cars in the top 10, and they were just "Holden" on :laugh::laugh:

[Wasp27]

And there was only 3 of "those" red cars in the top 10, and they were just "Holden" on :laugh::laugh:

Gangin up now...are we?:nono: I'll get worried when we're still losing after 7 years in a row:bleh: Gotta admit though...those last 20 odd laps were the most exciting I've seen in a while:2thumbsup.....cheers W
p.s....I take solace in the fact that the three leading cars were there because of 'Kiwis'....now if only Ross and Jimmy could visit our camp......hmmmmmm:jerry::laugh:

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Gangin up now...are we?:nono: I'll get worried when we're still losing after 7 years in a row:bleh: Gotta admit though...those last 20 odd laps were the most exciting I've seen in a while:2thumbsup.....cheers W
p.s....I take solace in the fact that the three leading cars were there because of 'Kiwis'....now if only Ross and Jimmy could visit our camp......hmmmmmm:jerry::laugh:

Yep it has been a long time coming. But what a way to do it. 3 up....... Murf had me worried. He could have done it if the front 2 had come together. 600 horses in the wet...... unreal.. Back to work today. Then only a few sleeps for the big GP trip. These days are going to drag....

[Stickchick]

A Ford nearly took Murphy off the track!!!! Cheats I say!!!! hehehehe

I have to admit though it was a very good race, especially the last 5 laps thats for sure!!!

[MSTRS]

A Ford nearly took Murphy off the track!!!! Cheats I say!!!! hehehehe

I have to admit though it was a very good race, especially the last 5 laps thats for sure!!!

Yea, bloody bullyboy ford tactics....we was robbed eh fans?
Exciting racing for sure.

[MSTRS]

Talking about racing, who wants to make this Sat ride (13/10) to Taupo to watch the VMCC series?

[Stickchick]

Talking about racing, who wants to make this Sat ride (13/10) to Taupo to watch the VMCC series?

I will if i can get a pillon seat?

[MSTRS]

If it's free, it's yours. Be a good ride for you, but not both ways just yet.

[yungatart]

I will if i can get a pillon seat?

You should stay here and ride your own bike!!!:bash:

[Stickchick]

You should stay here and ride your own bike!!!:bash:

Well I will if there is anyone left to ride with me as the president of the Wimpy Club can't actually be expected to ride on her own you know otherwise I would have to stand down and let someone take my position

[robertydog]

Well I will if there is anyone left to ride with me as the president of the Wimpy Club can't actually be expected to ride on her own you know otherwise I would have to stand down and let someone take my position

Harden up and get out there, cause at some stage you will need to pass on the Presidency to someone else. And you dont want that position for ever.

[Dooly]

Rode the bike to work today. Very rarely get the chance to do that.
Riding thru Bridge Pa, and the golf course a woman in a SUV stopped at Stock Rd watching me.
She decided that she would wait till I got close then pull out slowly.
Could'nt believe it!
It was almost deliberate.

Fortunately I was only going 100kph and had a gut feeling about her from when I saw her.
Had time to brake, lean the bike over into her lane and take a swing with my fist near her window.
Sure I was never going to hit her window but I was so fucked off.
I just so felt like turning around and stopping her, but why?
I'd just get busted for doing something unlawfull and would cause me a hassle.

I know we all have these incidents, but this was so deliberate, I could'nt believe it. She looked straight at me and was so when she pulled out in front.:2guns:

[yungatart]

Yep, had that happen a time or two.

They do it because...

1 They are bigger than you
2 They have a need to prove they are bigger than you
3 They don't care
4 You ride a bike so you are fair game
5 They are bastards
6 They can

[James Deuce]

She didn't see you, and if she did her brain was computing distance not speed.

[yungatart]

She didn't see you, and if she did her brain was computing distance not speed.


Just popping in for a visit, are we?
When you gonna bring that Katana up here, show it off, and ride with me?
I have followed "the intervention" and look forward to seeing it in the flesh!

[James Deuce]

Won't be far away actually - the exhaust turned up this morning. Once that's on and the carbs are cleaned out I'll need a weekend trip to "optimise" it.

[Meekey_Mouse]

Hey Sticky... if you want to ride up here for the racing and or for a good ride you're more then welcome to crash here the night (or two... what ever you need lol) :yes:

Offer is to any one who wants/needs it and don't mind sleeping on a mattress on the floor :) but I'm not sure how packed it will be here on Friday night... Where there's a will there's a way though ;)

[BigG]

Talking about racing, who wants to make this Sat ride (13/10) to Taupo to watch the VMCC series? I want to ride up but I am suppose to be picking some fairings up off SVS, but realy don't want to drive up, so I will no about Tea time Friday what I'm up to. Confused

[Stickchick]

Hey Sticky... if you want to ride up here for the racing and or for a good ride you're more then welcome to crash here the night (or two... what ever you need lol) :yes:

Offer is to any one who wants/needs it and don't mind sleeping on a mattress on the floor :) but I'm not sure how packed it will be here on Friday night... Where there's a will there's a way though ;)

How about six so my old body can recover properly.:bleh:

I'll let ya know as I have to get my hair cut in the morning so depends on what time everyone else is going etc.

[Meekey_Mouse]

How about six so my old body can recover properly.:bleh:

I'll let ya know as I have to get my hair cut in the morning so depends on what time everyone else is going etc.

Haha, how about 7 so you'll be fully recovered :niceone:

Not a problem... I'm guessing there'll be a few people just turning up on Friday, so will be interesting to see what happens lol. Just let me know when ever ya can, no rush :)

[yungatart]

Won't be far away actually - the exhaust turned up this morning. Once that's on and the carbs are cleaned out I'll need a weekend trip to "optimise" it.

Cool! Mstrs has earned a weekend pass for Labour w/e as hXc and I will be doing the Wellington "Arts Scene".

[slimjim]

Dooly ,pity you didn't have enough time to slowly follow behind the cager , til she stopped and then politely spoke too her !!!!!!!!!!! yea right..... however since been down in this area, i've noticed that there are more twat's here than in Auckland ! an they really show little regard to bikes down this way. . . glad your still able to stay-upright any bay rider's heading up to woodville for the Whariti riders Poker run, on this coming saturday , registration 10am , ride leaving 11am, $10 buck's charge , BBQ lunch available , meets at back of four square super market all model's all welcome ,

[MSTRS]

Someone's been playing with Sticky's (old) pink bits....look, they've turned red!!!

[Stickchick]

WOW!!!!!!! She looks awesome!!!!!

[Stickchick]

Sorry guys not gonna be able to make it to watch racing in Taupo. I had forgotten that I had already committed myself to playing Darts against a visiting team. Thanks for the offer of the Bed/Floorspace Meekey, might take you up on that one weekend soon.

[MSTRS]

Sorry guys not gonna be able to make it to watch racing in Taupo. I had forgotten that I had already committed myself to playing Darts against a visiting team. Thanks for the offer of the Bed/Floorspace Meekey, might take you up on that one weekend soon.

Gah!!! :thud::brick:

[Stickchick]

Gah!!! :thud::brick:

I'm getting old and very forgetful I tell ya:girlfight:

[robertydog]

Gah!!! :thud::brick:

Might be time to give up.:weep::weep:

[Grumpy]

Talking about racing, who wants to make this Sat ride (13/10) to Taupo to watch the VMCC series?

Pencil me in John. Fingers crossed that I'm not working on Sat. What time you planning on leaving?

[Stickchick]

Might be time to give up.:weep::weep:

Not at all...I will still be riding, just might be between Napier and Hastings or whereever I feel like going, just won't be to Taupo.

[BigG]

How about leaving fairly early, I got to be back about 5 ish, so maybe leave just after 8, should be a good day, anyone no if teamcudby is going up?:cool:

[robertydog]

Talking about racing, who wants to make this Sat ride (13/10) to Taupo to watch the VMCC series?

Supposed to be working. But let us know what time you are wanting to leave.

[Stickchick]

How about leaving fairly early, I got to be back about 5 ish, so maybe leave just after 8, should be a good day, anyone no if teamcudby is going up?:cool:

If they are and Mike is racing my Pink (Now Red) bits can someone get plenty of photos please?

[MSTRS]

If they are and Mike is racing my Pink (Now Red) bits can someone get plenty of photos please?

Last time I talked to Mike, he said they were not going....but he does change his mind frequently and often!
I'd planned on leaving about 9....how's about meeting at BP Bayview and making that the time ??

[BigG]

Last time I talked to Mike, he said they were not going....but he does change his mind frequently and often!
I'd planned on leaving about 9....how's about meeting at BP Bayview and making that the time ?? Ok I'll be there at 9

[robertydog]

Last time I talked to Mike, he said they were not going....but he does change his mind frequently and often!
I'd planned on leaving about 9....how's about meeting at BP Bayview and making that the time ??

If im not there at 9 then i wont be going............bugger wheres the boss

[MSTRS]

The day is awesome - see you at Bayview. Yea - I mean you. Oh...and you too.

[Wasp27]

The day is awesome - see you at Bayview. Yea - I mean you. Oh...and you too.
What ......us....OK then see ya there,cheers W&D

[BigG]

Well that was a good ride yesterday, we will have to start taking off the wimpy stickers for those who dont want to ride in the wind cos it was blowing very hard on the way back. The girls handeled the wind very well. Twas a good days raceing, Thanks Mark for bringing those fairings back for me pitty you had to take the car but good of you to come up.
Had a quick ride back after the Rangatite or what ever plains two dudes came flying past me so I decided I would let them pull me through so I tried to tag on, could only stay with them for about 15 k's but they were fair hooping. Thanks guys and girls for a good day out.
Check out the new riding gear

[Stickchick]

:angry2:Well I'm pretty dam shitty actually. I could have come for the ride as when I turned up to Darts I found out I wasn;t even playing!!!!:bash:They did that to me Thursday night as well so I wasn;t at all impressed :angry2:

Obviously the people I play darts with don;t know how to use a telephone!!!! What a waste of a day!!!!

[MSTRS]

Well, girl...you know what to do. Attached is a helpful clue.

[NZsarge]

Well, girl...you know what to do. Attached is a helpful clue.

Ha ha, I like it! Got a Q, what are you peeps up to Sunday the weekend of Labour day? Check Labour weekend ride Castle point in meetings and events if your free and want something to do.

[MSTRS]

I may very well be keen. I have a w/e pass. The possibilities are mind-numbingly endless. How will I decide?

[yungatart]

Thanks guys for an awesome time yesterday.
It was great to be riding with the lovely Mrs Wasp27, and what a good rider she is too!
That wind was fun, eh?
Big G, you kept that pretty quiet, didn't you?
You could have censored it! Do you think the free fill covers my humiliation???? (Thanks for that BTW)
Grumpy, thanks for the lunch run, we would have starved without you!

[Wasp27]

Thanks guys for an awesome time yesterday.
It was great to be riding with the lovely Mrs Wasp27, and what a good rider she is too!
That wind was fun, eh?
Big G, you kept that pretty quiet, didn't you?
You could have censored it! Do you think the free fill covers my humiliation???? (Thanks for that BTW)
Grumpy, thanks for the lunch run, we would have starved without you!

Yes, we really enjoyed the day and the company:msn-wink:..Thanks for bringing the 'Chuck Wagon' mark:niceone: I have to say I'm very proud of my Duchess's first big group ride....didn.t she do well:chase: I thought the wind was strong at times yesterday south of ToePaw until I woke this morning and it's gusting 40-50 knots Westerly:whistle:best you forget about a ride today Janet. Steve & Mary (Gixxer 4 ever)send their regards from Phillip Island....the weathers been wet/cold and windy, but hopefully it will be better for the big race today. A little bird tells me it's their 25th Wedding anniversary tomorrow.....so if you knew their cell number (0272271060)you could surprise them with a txt:innocent::laugh:..speakin of which...I'd better go tend to my birthday girl:hug:...cheers everyone. W & D

[Wasp27]

:angry2:Well I'm pretty dam shitty actually. I could have come for the ride as when I turned up to Darts I found out I wasn;t even playing!!!!:bash:They did that to me Thursday night as well so I wasn;t at all impressed :angry2:

Obviously the people I play darts with don;t know how to use a telephone!!!! What a waste of a day!!!!

Funny that...things do have a habit of coming full circle:rolleyes:........:laugh:

[BigG]

Sorry W Happy Birthday Donna:woohoo::woohoo:

[BigG]

Thanks guys for an awesome time yesterday.
It was great to be riding with the lovely Mrs Wasp27, and what a good rider she is too!
That wind was fun, eh?
Big G, you kept that pretty quiet, didn't you?
You could have censored it! Do you think the free fill covers my humiliation???? (Thanks for that BTW)
Grumpy, thanks for the lunch run, we would have starved without you! Who would have guessed it were you, you let the cat out of the bag or trousers:clap:

[Stickchick]

Hey everyone

Anyone able to help Frosty out? If so can you please pm him.

Thanks

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?p=1246472#post1246472

[BigG]

Some more picks from Taupo

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Hi people. What a trip. Got home a few hours ago. I will do a report on the trip in the next week or so and post it. So much to say and talk about. Thanks for all the TXTs you sent us for our wedding anniversary. We were blown away. So many Thanks so much. I have posted a tease picture for you all. We have some of bikes and stuff but the trip was about the GP but it was so much more.
Like the plane ride home today. We had two shots at the Wellington airport and both times the plane dropped what felt like 500 feet as we approached the run way and the pilot powered her up and we over shot and flew past the airstrip. he gave up, thanks God, and we went to Auckland. We have a few stories like this but they will have to wait Time for a shower and sleep. Had 3 hours in the last 48. Thanks people for the txt and all.

And the bikes......... TV gives you no perspective of what they are really like...... and the noise....... and the girls.......

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Two for W. Gota love da bikes and THINGS ay W?

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Bling
Look at this swing arm. Whats in the can W?

[BigG]

Hi people. What a trip. Got home a few hours ago. I will do a report on the trip in the next week or so and post it. So much to say and talk about. Thanks for all the TXTs you sent us for our wedding anniversary. We were blown away. So many Thanks so much. I have posted a tease picture for you all. We have some of bikes and stuff but the trip was about the GP but it was so much more.
Like the plane ride home today. We had two shots at the Wellington airport and both times the plane dropped what felt like 500 feet as we approached the run way and the pilot powered her up and we over shot and flew past the airstrip. he gave up, thanks God, and we went to Auckland. We have a few stories like this but they will have to wait Time for a shower and sleep. Had 3 hours in the last 48. Thanks people for the txt and all.

And the bikes......... TV gives you no perspective of what they are really like...... and the noise....... and the girls.......:Oi: whats this in pic 1 it's suppose to be your wedding Annerversery.:bash:

[NZsarge]

I think I have mentioned it in a round about fashion in here recently but i'll make a song and dance so as you're all aware. There is a group ride down to Castle Point on this coming sunday the 21st. Details in the calendar if you're keen, hope to see you there.:niceone:

[yungatart]

Sounds/looks like you had a fantastic trip...can't wait to read your proper report, Steve.
Glad you are home safe and sound, we missed you!

[MSTRS]

Hi people. What a trip. .......

Eh? You been away or summat?

[Stickchick]

Glad to hear you got home ok Steve and Mary Moo...can;t wait for the full update. As for the Pics of the girls, glad you got to fulfill your dream mate :Punk: I'm surprised you didn;t bring one home for Paddys Pits.

Look forward to catching up with you guys soon...Missed ya!!!:love:

[Gixxer 4 ever]

:Oi: whats this in pic 1 it's suppose to be your wedding Annerversery.:bash:

Ummm yea? I am still a man and if 3 lovely young ladies want to stand with me for a photo shoot I am happy to oblige. you might like to know Mary Mooo took the photo. My anniversary present from her?///// maybe......... ok maybe not..........


My mate Dave, who is a xpat Kiwi, made such a fuss, out loud, about wanting some nice girls to take a photo with his Kiwi mate they felt obliged to do it, so he would move on........... Great bloke that Dave. Picture of Dave attached.

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Eh? You been away or summat?

Ummm no. Just google Phillip Island and you could do the same.

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Glad to hear you got home ok Steve and Mary Moo...can;t wait for the full update. As for the Pics of the girls, glad you got to fulfill your dream mate :Punk: I'm surprised you didn;t bring one home for Paddys Pits.

Look forward to catching up with you guys soon...Missed ya!!!:love:

Awww thanks Chicky....:hug:...... No the rules were well set. No strays aloud back at the house. No one was allowed to bring any strays home. I am sure Pat can find a really nice girl here to hold his brolly....... he could qualify with Meeky and they could share a brolly.:2thumbsup

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Some more of the girls for the boys
A pic for da Yamaha people.
Look at this tank. Nice
One of Dave's toys from work.

[yungatart]

Some more of the girls for the boys
A pic for da Yamaha people.
Look at this tank. Nice
One of Dave's toys from work.

Ok...boys..covered
Yammy peeps....covered
Harley boys...covered.....

Where are the pics of the boys for us girls to look at????

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Ok...boys..covered
Yammy peeps....covered
Harley boys...covered.....

Where are the pics of the boys for us girls to look at????

I sent one of Dave............

[yungatart]

Yes, Steve, thanks for that. I'm sure he's very nice....weren't there any gorgeous hunks of males for Mary to look at, or would you not let her have the camera for those piccies?

[Stickchick]

Yes, Steve, thanks for that. I'm sure he's very nice....weren't there any gorgeous hunks of males for Mary to look at, or would you not let her have the camera for those piccies?

You have to admit though that fella does look a bit like Steve so maybe she was quite happy with that view.

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Yes, Steve, thanks for that. I'm sure he's very nice....weren't there any gorgeous hunks of males for Mary to look at, or would you not let her have the camera for those piccies?

She had me Tart. And the boys out numbered da girl five to one. She was free to go. But that would have left Dave and I on our own and that could have been of concern....:niceone:......

You will note the hair is gone chicky. Look at the 100 ton bulldozer picture. Number 3 all over. Done to beat the heat in OZ. yea right. Nine degrees at the track.

[Stickchick]

You will note the hair is gone chicky. Look at the 100 ton bulldozer picture. Number 3 all over. Done to beat the heat in OZ. yea right. Nine degrees at the track.

Awwww I'm gonna miss the curls:bye:

[canarlee]

You will note the hair is gone chicky. Look at the 100 ton bulldozer picture. Number 3 all over. Done to beat the heat in OZ. yea right. Nine degrees at the track.

oooh a number 3? nearly there.......:p

[yungatart]

She had me Tart. And the boys out numbered da girl five to one. She was free to go. But that would have left Dave and I on our own and that could have been of concern....:niceone:......

You will note the hair is gone chicky. Look at the 100 ton bulldozer picture. Number 3 all over. Done to beat the heat in OZ. yea right. Nine degrees at the track.

Some pics of some nice young spunks would have been good tho'!
Number 3, huh? Thats the shearing done for the summer, then.

[Gixxer 4 ever]

So a plan was hatched to go to the GP 6 months ago by TRXTER. He asked if we wanted to come along. Normally I would say thanks but no thanks. But not this time. So they had a house booked on Phillip Island. 3 K from the track. I booked the stand tickets on the Net. Looked at the comments from others that have gone to the track and noted Siberia was the most popular stand. So got seats in the second row from the front in there.
Flew out on the Thursday night and arrived in Melbourne to pick up a rental car. I have never been in a plane till this trip. Trip from Napier to Auckland was hard going for me. Trip from Auckland to Melbourne was not too bad. Drive from Melbourne airport to Phillip Island was a mission cos we didn't know how to get there. The Navman was great but we didn't know how to use it cos it only had OZ maps and we couldn't try it before we left. We headed out of the airport in poring rain and in the dark and all went well till we got pushed off the motorway and ended up in the CBD. Took forty five minutes to get back on track. We all but started back at the airport. Note to others. When you leave the air port, simply, do not turn off anywhere till you get to the turn off for Phillip Island. Some hour and a half in to the trip. Simple. The Navman wanted to take us another way so we turned it off and followed our map. I could go on for ever about that but another day.

Stayed in a house in a place called Sunset strip. Really nice place. You have seen the spider picture? It was in the house with us. As we had a rental I drove down to the track each day with the gear. My mate Dave and my cousin Kath came along and they transported other to the track. We had up to 9 staying in the house with up to 19 for dinner at night. A great time was had by all. Spent all day at the track all 3 days and had a ball.

The weather was very cold on the Friday and Saturday. Very very cold. Woolly hats and thick jackets with Polly prop and layers of cloths. The wind was bitter. I heard 9 deg at times. Real winter stuff. The sun was out between showers and it burnt the skin and the ice cold wind finished it off. Very red and burnt each night. The Sunday, race day, was a bit warmer but still very cold and the stand we were in was facing in to the wind. Again bad for the skin on the face but with jackets and every thing else on we survived.

The racing was out of this world. The first two days are taken up with setup time and qualifying laps etc. Lots of action all day and you really get to see the bikes working out as different setups are used and tyre choices. A feast of action. Some stunt bikes and other track events to fill the gaps. Race day is the same till lunch. Then the real racing starts. Three main events. 125-250-800. All three races were great but the 125s were the hardest fort. The sound of the big bikes makes your blood run hot. They are special and even non petrol heads can't escape the buzz. The track racing is the feature of the event and it really makes your heart sing for three days.

As well as the racing there are stands with other stuff. All brands of bikes and bike stuff are on display and for sale. I have posted some pic's of that. Good food and toilets around the track. Police and wardens everywhere so security is good and all the people are friendly. No agro from anyone at any time. It was truly a great crowd.

On Monday morning I dropped two lots of people up to the town ( cows ) so they could catch the bus back to Melbourne to fly home. We all got up early each day. Must have been the Jet lag thing. Most morning people were up around 5 ish and breaky was over by 7. A great thing cos that let us go to the track early. Anyway on the Monday Mary and I went to Cows with Kath and Dave and got more GP branded gear. Sold cheaper as the event was over. Then back to Melbourne and spent time looking at Dave's toys. One of them is the Bulldozer in the picture. I didn't get a drive as they were doing repair work on it. Then off to the city for a beer. Very nice city it is to. Went up a tower like the Sky Tower in Auckland. Really neat at night as you look out over the city and see all the lights. We worked out what happened the first night and where we went wrong. Bloody lucky we got out of the city and back on track when we saw what we did and where we went. Then Kath and Dave headed for home and Mary and I went on the tram restaurant. Now that is great. You eat they drive all around da city. From there to the F1 motel. Now that's somethin else. For $89.00 you get a bed a dunny and a shower. All in one of the smallest rooms you can imagine. But we only had 4 hours and we needed to be up for the plane. So what the hell. Time to sleep.

Up at 4 am to pack and get ready for the trip. Walk over to the airport. 5 minutes at the most. Check in and in to Duty free. Shop and spend the last of the OZ money. Great stuff. On the plane and outa here. I was over flying by now. Very fast and smooth trip to Wellington. But I noted the sea was very ruff and when we made an approach to the airport the plane hit some very heavy turbulence and the pilot hit the gas and pulled the plane up. That was a ruff ride I tell ya. Then we went around to try again. This time it was even worse and he hit the gas again. Two failed attempt and we were off to Auckland. Good landing and in to customs. All good and down to see what to do about getting home. Qantas had made a booking for us on air NZ and we headed for Napier. A great flight but a bit ruff as we came in to land. Gathered up the bags and headed for home.

What a trip. What an experience. Would I do it again? You bet. But not for a while. If you are thinking about a trip like this plan every bit of it and make sure you have time to get from one flight to the next. Have road maps and be rested before you start. Thanks to all the people who made this trip so bloody good. Big thanks to Nat for starting the ball rolling. And Kath and Dave for doing so much to make things happen. With out your help it could have had some shitty patches but with local help it was great. And so it was. The 07 GP was the the one we went to.

Note:- All spelling and grammar errors provided free of charge. Please do not return them as they are a gift from me. <_< Cheers

[MSTRS]

Nice, Steve. :2thumbsup What will you do as an encore? :chase:

[Colapop]

Disneyland????

[Wasp27]

Excellent account big guy....it's trips like this that you will remember the most :niceone:....and in time you will forget all the not so good bits and find yourself drifting off down memory lane, probably grinning from ear to ear. Good on ya mate....bet it won't be so long before the next one....eh? Pleased to have you both back safe and sound. cheers W & D
P.S...Do I need to bring the chisel to get that silly grin of ya face:laugh:

[Gixxer 4 ever]

it's trips like this that you will remember the most :niceone:....and in time you will forget all the not so good bits and find yourself drifting off down memory lane, probably grinning from ear to ear. Good on ya mate....bet it won't be so long before the next one....eh? Pleased to have you both back safe and sound. cheers W & D
P.S...Do I need to bring the chisel to get that silly grin of ya face:laugh:

Hi John..... Encore.... no. That was good and I think I will go back to the slow lane for a while. But it was great.

Aye Cola.......... Disneyland would be to much fun for this old man. :sweatdrop

And W. You would need the chisel today. Until this morning I have been knackered. Should have taken another day off when we got home but I went back to 5.30 get up time and have struggled to work and stay awake. But today I gave up and slept in. I feel good now :sunny: and yes I have a grin from ear to ear.

I love motorbikes.....pit girls........ big bulldozers...... fast cars......... Planes and and and.....:Oops:.. Moooo of course

[yungatart]

Great report Steve! it sounds like you had a fantastic time.
S_B must have missed you guys cos he was here nearly every day!
Don't worry about the chisel, Warwick, Steve is biound to have a shovel he can lend you!
Cheers peeps...I'm off to Welly for the weekend with Year 12 and 13 Music and Drama students to get some culture....Symphony Orchestra, Jazz club, movie about Edith Piaf, Diwali festival etc etc....so no riding for me this w/e....not that I'd be out and about in this weather anyway. Mstrs has a 4 day pass....keep an eye on him for me!

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Great report Steve! it sounds like you had a fantastic time.
S_B must have missed you guys cos he was here nearly every day!
Don't worry about the chisel, Warwick, Steve is biound to have a shovel he can lend you!
Cheers peeps...I'm off to Welly for the weekend with Year 12 and 13 Music and Drama students to get some culture....Symphony Orchestra, Jazz club, movie about Edith Piaf, Diwali festival etc etc....so no riding for me this w/e....not that I'd be out and about in this weather anyway. Mstrs has a 4 day pass....keep an eye on him for me!

Nice.... Not what I would want to do for a weekend but as you have the music thing in your blood you will love it. Be nice to all the little darling. Got you long stick to round them up when they stray? :whistle:Have a great weekend. take plenty of warm cloths.

Now John..... what would a young free man need to keep him outa trouble for four days? :clap: :dodge:At least Pat will be away so you wont have to baby sit him.

[MSTRS]

.... what would a young free man need to keep him outa trouble for four days?

Ummm....cheese? http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showpost.php?p=1254272&postcount=470

[Dooly]

Anyone riding today?

[MSTRS]

Just now decided to head south in anticipation of getting a head start on tomorrow's Castle Point ride. Heading to Manfield first, then staying with a kind KBer. Everyone enjoy your ride - the weather is primo.

[BigG]

Yep I,ll be there at 1.30

[Dooly]

Just got in. Wont have time to get ready and there in time.
Txt me where you're all going.
Rob & Warwick have my number.

[robertydog]

Unlucky for me i know, but im working.

[BigG]

Twas only me again, after snotting around Napier went to Clive and down the back of the Tuki Tuki, went and had a look at whare I fell off to sought of get a prospective of the corner, I can understand how I stuffed up. Shot back up Middle Road and only saw one bike, but had a good ride, that roads not to bad now.

[Dooly]

Twas only me again, after snotting around Napier went to Clive and down the back of the Tuki Tuki, went and had a look at whare I fell off to sought of get a prospective of the corner, I can understand how I stuffed up. Shot back up Middle Road and only saw one bike, but had a good ride, that roads not to bad now.

I went out for a short blast, having not ridden for a few weeks.
Went to Waipawa via the main drag, then cut across to Tiko and home via HW50.
Only saw 3 bikes on the road plus a few bacon too.
Man it was windy down CHB, was blowing me all over the road down those long straights to Tiko.
Had to slow down, and thats not on!

Anyone riding today?

[Gixxer 4 ever]

No riding today for us. Hope to get out for a few hours tomorrow avo. Have to see what happens. You are very quiet Chicky. You out riding tomorrow avo? Need to catch up. Got somethin for you. :rolleyes:

[Colapop]

She's in Auckland for the weekend.

[BigG]

Might pop out tomorrow but I have just fitted race fairings to bike for next weekend so mite be a bi illegal on the road, could take some back country roads.

[robertydog]

Yea i will be in if someone wants to ride somewhere.

[MSTRS]

I'll keep an eye on here. Already done 1000ks....what's a few more.....:sunny:

[Stickchick]

No riding today for us. Hope to get out for a few hours tomorrow avo. Have to see what happens. You are very quiet Chicky. You out riding tomorrow avo? Need to catch up. Got somethin for you. :rolleyes:

Hey guys, Col is right I am in Auckland and I don;t arrive back until late tonight.

Steve any chance you would like to have a Stickchick around for dinner one night this week as I'm in Wellington next weekend collecting my medals for Darts that I won when I was playing down there and also to catch up with Family.

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Hey guys, Col is right I am in Auckland and I don;t arrive back until late tonight.

Steve any chance you would like to have a Stickchick around for dinner one night this week as I'm in Wellington next weekend collecting my medals for Darts that I won when I was playing down there and also to catch up with Family.

Hi Chicky.
K I will get back to you and let you know what night. If not this week next. :niceone:

:eek5: you are up early for a Chicky :clap:

[Stickchick]

Hi Chicky.
K I will get back to you and let you know what night. If not this week next. :niceone:

:eek5: you are up early for a Chicky :clap:

Yep thats right...People still to catch up with before I leave.

[Gixxer 4 ever]

I'll keep an eye on here. Already done 1000ks....what's a few more.....:sunny:

:niceone: Nice way to spend the W/end. :banana: Good stuff MSTRS

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Yep thats right...People still to catch up with before I leave.

So best you get off da net and on your bike, so to speak :msn-wink:
Have a good trip back and will catch up and sort out a night.

[Stickchick]

So best you get off da net and on your bike, so to speak :msn-wink:
Have a good trip back and will catch and sort out a night.

Can't, no one is up this early :Oops:

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Wairoa for lunch? Then I have work and stuff? any other ideas people? I will check back in an hour or so and see if anything has been planned.

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Can't, no one is up this early :Oops:

:lol::lol: not a problem you have often is it. :lol::lol:

[Stickchick]

:lol::lol: not a problem you have often is it. :lol::lol:

Have a good ride today guys!!!! Don;t miss me too much :yes::dodge:

[Dooly]

If I ride it will be this arvo, things to do this morn, plus its horrendously windy here atm, worst its been all weekend.

Wairoa would of sounded good Steve.

[DeltaBravo]

Sorry missed riding with you all this weekend.
Johnno & I plus mum pillion the back did about 190km earlier
on Saturday due to work committments. Windy in places
but a good tail wind on trip back.
And just for something different, went for a quadbike ride on
Sunday out the back of new Cape Kidnappers Golfcourse thru
creekbeds up & over hill & dale out to Flat Rock just south of
Cape Kidnappers (Bloody Windy out there) Huge amount of
Gannets out there. This was a reccy for a Quadbike ride for people
staying at the new chalets at the golfcourse. Was a real hoot.
Hope to ride with again soon. Cheers DB

[robertydog]

Wairoa for lunch? Then I have work and stuff? any other ideas people? I will check back in an hour or so and see if anything has been planned.


yea yea yea

[Wasp27]

Wairoa for lunch? Then I have work and stuff? any other ideas people? I will check back in an hour or so and see if anything has been planned.

Not too far from here....theres a 'arley and a 'onda tugging at their leads, itchin to go somewhere.....:rolleyes:

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Whooo hoooo. Meet at Bay View 11.45? See you all there.

[MSTRS]

Damn wind. Would have trouble standing up, much less riding. Flagged for me today. Ride safe, any brave souls that venture out.

[Wasp27]

Thanks again folks.......we had a ball.....again. The Duchess was grinning today when she got home. The wind was working in our favour with a gusty tail wind all the way to Wairoa and during our picnic on the riverbank it was fairly breezy, and then as soon as we started our trip back the wind dropped away and it was a really pleasant run all the way home. Heaps of traffic on the way back...but everyone was very well behaved.The ride today capped off a nice long weekend for both of us....Hope the 'Hitchers' had a good trip home...was so nice to see you both again and have the opportunity to come play in our backyard.....role on next Sunday (Taupo Track Day)
Cheers everyone, W & D

[robertydog]

Thanks for the day out. It was fun. Damm good to hang out with you guys and gals. It is always so sheltered on that road from the wind.
Hey Steve i hope you dont have to many bruise,s in the morning.

Got this mailer in the post this morning, so i have put it up in case anyone was interested

[Wasp27]

Hey Steve i hope you dont have to many bruise,s in the morning.

I think they're called 'Handbrake Bruises':laugh: each dig in da ribs equals a 10k drop in terminal velocity.....(or at least it's supposed to....eh Moo) dont ask me how I know this:innocent:

[Gixxer 4 ever]

I think they're called 'Handbrake Bruises':laugh: each dig in da ribs equals a 10k drop in terminal velocity.....(or at least it's supposed to....eh Moo) dont ask me how I know this:innocent:

No bruising. I have found the best solution to the problem. Go faster so they can't let go. :done: I ask Mooo why she didn't poke me and she recons she was too busy holding on. So there is the answer.:laugh: It was a great ride and we had a ball. Anyway it wasn't that fast.:mellow: I recon we might put hand rails on the fuel tank like they do for the track two up rides..That would do it aye Moooo? Thanks to Rob for letting me play in the front from time to time. I recon he likes the sound of the old Gixxer and just likes to be next to the hole. Thanks W&D and you are so on to it D. Impressive girl. Nice to have Yon (Swede) sp out on the road again. More often please Yon.

Have a great week people and we will see you at the track day on Sunday as W said up there ^^^^^^^^^. Speights_Bud will have my Gixxer in it's red clothes and I will have the van for recovery. We have a 20 litre of drinking water thanks to W&D so if you want stuff, lunch baskets clothes what ever taken up let me know and you can stick them in the van.

Cheers People
Work tomorrow. Bugger got to like this life style.

Hope the tyre has enough tread for Speight_buds track day. :eek:

[Hitcher]

Mrs H and I had "fun" in a gutsy HB westerly zephyr on Sunday. The last half of SH50 and the run along the top of the ridgeline north of Norsewood would have to have been some of the strongest wind we've ever ridden in. All I can say is thank god I wasn't riding an ST1300.

[slimjim]

hi all , hay just came out of Clive this afternoon and was heading to hastings , and seen a nice red sport's bike, that has collect the back end of a white station wagon, happened about 2.45 , police on seen and looked like rider was standing there talking with them, bikes abit of a mess though

[robertydog]

Just spent 30min talking to the owner of that bike shop in Taradale. Gee thats more time than all the rest of them put together in the last 10years or so.
I asked about a rumour floating around that i heard. He said he heard it too and laughed. Not going to happen he said. But he would like more support.
I reckon i like that bike shop.:clap::clap:

At least he didnt come up to me when i was admiring the SuperDuke and asked if i was dreaming, unlike another shop that i went too.:sweatdrop

[BigG]

Just spent 30min talking to the owner of that bike shop in Taradale. Gee thats more time than all the rest of them put together in the last 10years or so.
I asked about a rumour floating around that i heard. He said he heard it too and laughed. Not going to happen he said. But he would like more support.
I reckon i like that bike shop.:clap::clap:

At least he didnt come up to me when i was admiring the SuperDuke and asked if i was dreaming, unlike another shop that i went too.:sweatdrop
Try going into Barry's in Hastings, ya cant get out of there if Barry starts talking. Anyway whats the rumor?

[robertydog]

Try going into Barry's in Hastings, ya cant get out of there if Barry starts talking. Anyway whats the rumor?

Dont usally go in the front. Im a back door person.

[robertydog]

Have a great week people and we will see you at the track day on Sunday as W said up there ^^^^^^^^^. Speights_Bud will have my Gixxer in it's red clothes and I will have the van for recovery. We have a 20 litre of drinking water thanks to W&D so if you want stuff, lunch baskets clothes what ever taken up let me know and you can stick them in the van.

Cheers People
Work tomorrow. Bugger got to like this life style.

Hope the tyre has enough tread for Speight_buds track day. :eek:

Can you take a BBQ so the HB team can have bangers and patties and a bit of salad. We could get sticky to look after it.

How much tread on the gixxer? How much tread do you need?

[MSTRS]

.... that bike shop in Taradale. ....would like more support.


Bikers nirvana. My first port of call. Always. Even if he does sell Hyobags too.

[Colapop]

Mainline innit? The guy in there was pretty helpful awrighty...

[MSTRS]

Mainjet. Always on the gas.

[Colapop]

Yeah them. Them good.

[BigG]

OK Guys and girls, who is all going to the track day, I no that some of us are going up so are we going to park up together or are we going to be all over the show. I.m leaving about 6am and should be there about 8 I dont reckon there will be a lot of people there then so should be a lot of parking space, last time I got up there early I got to park on Pit lane, are there any sugestions from you Guys.:argue:

[robertydog]

OK Guys and girls, who is all going to the track day, I no that some of us are going up so are we going to park up together or are we going to be all over the show. I.m leaving about 6am and should be there about 8 I dont reckon there will be a lot of people there then so should be a lot of parking space, last time I got up there early I got to park on Pit lane, are there any sugestions from you Guys.:argue:

Yep i can now confirm that i will park up at the HB camp.:headbang:

[MSTRS]

hXc, YT and I will all be there. We'll find you.

[Dooly]

Never been to a track day or the Taupo track. Whats the story, can you ride in later and watch???

[Stickchick]

Never been to a track day or the Taupo track. Whats the story, can you ride in later and watch???

You can turn up whenever you like but if you wanted to be on the track you need to be there by a certain time to register etc.

[MSTRS]

Sure can Tony.

[Wasp27]

Dubya and Dee will be there for sure....got a feeling she's gunna be a cracker day. Not sure when we'll be there..... but it wont be late

[robertydog]

What is there no one working in HB today. Everyone on line

[Stickchick]

What is there no one working in HB today. Everyone on line

I have no work :gob:

[MSTRS]

Sheesh SC - where have we heard that before....

[Stickchick]

Sheesh SC - where have we heard that before....

EVERY FRIGGIN DAY!!!!!!!:angry2:

[Wasp27]

What is there no one working in HB today. Everyone on line

Now ya know why my keyboards full of crumbs:laugh:

[yungatart]

Well, sorry to let the side down, but I have been working my tits off all day....checks chest area, yep, they've gone!

[Colapop]

Ummm.... YT.... there wasn't that much there to begin with - can't have been working THAT hard!!

[MSTRS]

Last time I saw them they were perfect. Will be checking later. And report back if necessary!!

[Hitcher]

One was going to post something in a Moderately tut-tuttish mode, but then noted that this is a weekend "rides" thread...

[yungatart]

One was going to post something in a Moderately tut-tuttish mode, but then noted that this is a weekend "rides" thread...

One is glad that one has learned that some things just should not be moderated!:laugh:

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Can you take a BBQ so the HB team can have bangers and patties and a bit of salad. We could get sticky to look after it.

How much tread on the gixxer? How much tread do you need?

Thats not a bad idea... but I don't have a BBQ and Chicky is in Wellington picking up all the prizes from the darts thingy. And A bike and BBQ might not fit in the van. But if G could take one and everyone put a bit of food in we could get Moooo to cook at lunch time. What you all recon?

Are you taking Frostys bike up G?

[Gixxer 4 ever]

OK Guys and girls, who is all going to the track day, I no that some of us are going up so are we going to park up together or are we going to be all over the show. I.m leaving about 6am and should be there about 8 I dont reckon there will be a lot of people there then so should be a lot of parking space, last time I got up there early I got to park on Pit lane, are there any sugestions from you Guys.:argue:

Ok here is the thing. Speights_Bud is going up on Friday. TT track day and he is a marshal. There is a Kiwitrackday on Saturday as I understand it. Kiwibiker are on the track on Sunday. We are taking the van and a trailer. We Mooo, Martin and I are bike recovery and Speights_bud is riding my Gixxer. He is putting the track plastics on first.

So we can take gear and drop it back here on Sunday night. We will be parked in the pits or the middle of the track but we will be on call all day. I hope to pick a spot near the dummy grid and set up some gear there for the day. but the van has to be free to move to the track at anytime. We could set a spot to look after the H/Bay gear, bikes etc. We hope to leave here at 7 ish and arrive at 8.30ish. I am scrutineering and remember to make sure your tyres


Edit. As posted by Frosty.....TYRES MUST BE A MINIMUM OF 2.0MM OF TREAD ROUND THE CENTERLINE
.-- (slicks to have visible wear dots/dimples)





Bar ends solid or plugged and levers with balls on them. please make sure they are good cos they are the main reason for not passing bikes. Please clean fork seals if they are leaking. What we can't see we can't fail you on. Chains and loose foot pegs are the other.

So see you all at the track.

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Hi Meekey. You got home ok? Must have. You coming to the K/B track day?

[Colapop]

So there is track riding - Friday (Taupo), Saturday (Manfield) and Sunday (Taupo)?? There are going to be some sore bums and tired eyes come Monday... Especially with a KB bash thrown in...

[Meekey_Mouse]

Hi Meekey. You got home ok? Must have. You coming to the K/B track day?

Yup, got home ok thanks :) I'll be marshaling half Friday track day and full KB trackday :banana:

[BigG]

Are you taking Frostys bike up G? Sorry guys I will be fully loaded, If we can just bring the top and a gas bottle that should fit ok but a bit of a squeez with two bikes on board.

[Gixxer 4 ever]

Sorry guys I will be fully loaded, If we can just bring the top and a gas bottle that should fit ok but a bit of a squeez with two bikes on board.

So you are taking Frostys bike? I just need to know cos we can take it if you are not picking it up. Thanks George.

We have room for the BBQ if anyone wants to take one. Just drop it off on Saturday or let me know where to pick it up.

With the time table for the day we will be off around 6-6.30am

[BigG]

So you are taking Frostys bike? I just need to know cos we can take it if you are not picking it up. Thanks George.

We have room for the BBQ if anyone wants to take one. Just drop it off on Saturday or let me know where to pick it up.

With the time table for the day we will be off around 6-6.30am I picked Frosty's bike up last week if I had known whare it was Dooly could have picked it up, it was from his neck of the woods. I am leaving Havelock at 6 so you mite pass me on the way up. Slow drive in the truck.:pinch:

[Stickchick]

You can use my landlords bbq if you feel the urge...Its a biggin though so not sure whether you wanna take something like that or not. Just let me know so I can tell my flatmate to expect someone to pick it up, I don't know what state its in but will have a look tonight if you want.

[Gixxer 4 ever]

You can use my landlords bbq if you feel the urge...Its a biggin though so not sure whether you wanna take something like that or not. Just let me know so I can tell my flatmate to expect someone to pick it up, I don't know what state its in but will have a look tonight if you want.

Thanks Chicky but not this time. Mary Mooo is going to make buns for me. Nice buns with nice stuff inside. So that would be very nice buns I would think. Sorry you are away for this weekend. Could be a nice day out at the track. Have a good w/end girl. Cheers

Aye W Can I sort out a pick up for the water thingy? Saturday? You want anything taken up in the van? Cheers Buddy That goes for all the KB's if you want need anything taken up. We should be able to carry at least one or two bikes home if need be.

[Stickchick]

I'm pretty gutted I'm away too but I'm also looking forward to seeing my family, will even manage to make it to the KB bash down there too at some stage.

[robertydog]

Thanks Chicky but not this time. Mary Mooo is going to make buns for me. Nice buns with nice stuff inside. So that would be very nice buns I would think. Sorry you are away for this weekend. Could be a nice day out at the track. Have a good w/end girl. Cheers

Aye W Can I sort out a pick up for the water thingy? Saturday? You want anything taken up in the van? Cheers Buddy That goes for all the KB's if you want need anything taken up. We should be able to carry at least one or two bikes home if need be.

If ya like i can pick up the water thingy. W only 5 mins from home. MSTRS if you want any gear taken sweet. We may go up Saturday evening after i finish work. We gonna stay at da motorcamp in Taupo.

[Wasp27]

Thanks Chicky but not this time. Mary Mooo is going to make buns for me. Nice buns with nice stuff inside. So that would be very nice buns I would think. Sorry you are away for this weekend. Could be a nice day out at the track. Have a good w/end girl. Cheers

Aye W Can I sort out a pick up for the water thingy? Saturday? You want anything taken up in the van? Cheers Buddy That goes for all the KB's if you want need anything taken up. We should be able to carry at least one or two bikes home if need be.

I have cleaned it out and its ready to go. I was going to bring it out together with our chilly bin full of grub last thing on Saturday ...ready for early blast off on Sunday:niceone: If thats ok...or I could fill in time waiting for the Duchess to wake up and bring it out in the wagon real early on Sunday morning...six of one I guess...weathers shaping up big guy....looks gooooood. cheers W & D

[Wasp27]

If ya like i can pick up the water thingy. W only 5 mins from home. MSTRS if you want any gear taken sweet. We may go up Saturday evening after i finish work. We gonna stay at da motorcamp in Taupo.

Are you driving up or riding up on Saturday????

[robertydog]

Are you driving up or riding up on Saturday????

We driving.

[robertydog]

New tyre on the R1 so i have to do a few miles b4 the Sunday. May have to ride it up to the half way house Taupo rd to get rid of the chicken stips. And meet the family there and put it back on the trailer.

[hXc]

Not sure if I'll be up on Saturday evening or Sunday. If I went up Saturday evening, I'd have to find a place to crash, but it'd save getting up so early on Sunday.

[BigG]

If ya like i can pick up the water thingy. W only 5 mins from home. MSTRS if you want any gear taken sweet. We may go up Saturday evening after i finish work. We gonna stay at da motorcamp in Taupo. Make sure you lock ya bike up good and proper cos there's lots of bikes bin nicked from around that area, especialy dirt bikes, not that yours is a dirt bike:done:

[Gixxer 4 ever]

I have cleaned it out and its ready to go. I was going to bring it out together with our chilly bin full of grub last thing on Saturday ...ready for early blast off on Sunday:niceone: If thats ok...or I could fill in time waiting for the Duchess to wake up and bring it out in the wagon real early on Sunday morning...six of one I guess...weathers shaping up big guy....looks gooooood. cheers W & D

Hi W. Sounds good.

I want to be on the road by 6 but it is likly to be 6.30 so I am up in Taupo by 8 to start scrutineering by 8.30.
We will be coming past your place after church on Saturday night. Could pop in and pick it all up.......

Going to be a grate day out.:banana:

[BigG]

Hi W. Sounds good.

I want to be on the road by 6 but it is likly to be 6.30 so I am up in Taupo by 8 to start scrutineering by 8.30.
We will be coming past your place after church on Saturday night. Could pop in and pick it all up.......

Going to be a grate day out.:banana: It's good to see you get your priorities right.:niceone: