Love, Speed and Loss.

[Swoop]

OK folks, the documentary "Love speed and loss" is screening on TV again!:2thumbsup
Sunday 14th October, 12.30pm on TV3.

The documentary is about New Zealander, Kim Newcombe and his rise to the European Grand Prix podium.

An absolutely amazing film. Emotional throughout and something that any biker (racer or not) will probably enjoy seeing.

If you are out riding - set your video timer!




P.s. If you want to see a damn remarkable documentary on real lunatics, watch "Cheating death: Tuna Cowboys" on tv1 (starts at noon).
SERIOUSLY BIG BALLS. (wrestling with sharks/nature/diving...)

[98tls]

Agreed,a really good watch although a touch sad.

[Racey Rider]

On Today.

certainly worth a watch.

[Beemer]

Cheers, never look at what's on during the day usually so have just set the video as we watched it last time but didn't think to tape it. Excellent documentary, I'd be keen to buy a copy if it was released - without the ads!

[Krusti]

Now that was a great doco. One amazing guy.

[TonyB]

Sure was good to watch again. Really is quite sad though.
Isnt it strange how we have so many of these stories.. your Burt Munroe/Kim Newcombe/John Britten types in NZ.

It is kinda strange.

That was one hell of a good doco. As much as anything its quite an insight into the mind of a top racer back in the days when fatalities were common. 35 in ten years was a number recalled at one stage. It was also a very personal look at the grief of his wife. At times I felt it was almost too personal. Very moving stuff

[Joni]

it was the first time I could watch the whole thing from beginning to end... Wow! Loved it... so sad... yet so amazing!

[RC1]

this was the first time i had seen this doco, amazing to see IMHO

[surfchick]

Sure was good to watch again. Really is quite sad though.
Isnt it strange how we have so many of these stories.. your Burt Munroe/Kim Newcombe/John Britten types in NZ.

yeah i was totally thinking that just after it finished. proud to be kiwi-we seem to be able to do a lot with minimal resources.

it was a very sad doco tho.:crybaby: and man their flat in germany was a crapper..ewe..no bath for a week!

but it was super what he achieved...wat a cool lifestyle they had once they were on the circuit. bling for the post or i'd never have spotted it. that was the first and last telly i'll see in a while ;)

[SVboy]

Makes me see outboard motors in a new light! Seriously sad-interesting that he picked the problem with the corner that cost him his life, and the typical inaction of small-minded officials.

[MotoGirl]

P.s. If you want to see a damn remarkable documentary on real lunatics, watch "Cheating death: Tuna Cowboys" on tv1 (starts at noon).
SERIOUSLY BIG BALLS. (wrestling with sharks/nature/diving...)

I actually thought this was more interesting :dodge: It's probably because the guys do a damn scarey job. The divers were inside this massive net repairing holes with Mako sharks scoping them out, and all this in some of the most shark infested waters in the world. Bugger that for a joke!

[vinducati]

If you have not seen the Documentary on New Zealnd GP racer Kim Newcombe, you should and here's how.

You can buy the DVD from Kerry at Motohaus 6 Western Springs Rd, Western Springs, Auckland. 09 815 8384

Or you can rent it at Videon 654 Dominion Rd, Balmoral, Auckland. 09 6305063

Or if you want the DVD with all the Extra's, bonus I/V's, bike tech specs etc.
You can buy it from Duke Video UK
http://www.dukevideo.com

Cheers.

[Swoop]

This has been screened on television here, at least twice now. An excellent documentary and strongly reccommended viewing.

It would be great to see a retailer stocking the full disks over here. The interviews and the information about the bike would be very interesting to see.

[zadok]

I came across a copy of this doco on DVD, in my cupboard today. I forgot I had it! Never watched it until now.
I thoroughly enjoyed it. He was an amazing man. Bit of a tear jerker:weep:

[Nagash]

Wow.. I was gonna make some sarcastic comment that the Doco was airing in October and tha's ages away... but then saw the date.

Necrophelia man :blink:

So the search function really does work...

[Swoop]

I came across a copy of this doco on DVD, in my cupboard today. I forgot I had it! Never watched it until now.
I thoroughly enjoyed it. He was an amazing man. Bit of a tear jerker:weep:
Do you remember where you aquired the DVD from originally?
It can be difficult tracking one down here; especially the extended version with the mechanic going over the bike.

[zadok]

Do you remember where you aquired the DVD from originally?
It can be difficult tracking one down here; especially the extended version with the mechanic going over the bike.

I think I might have made an "evaluation copy" from a mates original.:whistle:

[vinducati]

The documentary on New Zealand Grand Prix Racer Kim Newcombe is to start screening on Sky's Documentary Channel in May.
Keep an eye out for it.
Great doco...

[denill]

A documentary on Kim Newcombe is coming up some time on the Sky Documentary channel. Titled "Love, Speed & ???"

Just saw the 'trailer', looks rivetting! :2thumbsup

[merv]

Its been on various channels a few times before http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=36995 and is well worth watching if its on again.

Its from back in the days when you were selling Hondas, Kawasakis and Bultacos and we loved the Kiwi enginuity.

[denill]

Its been on various channels a few times before http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=36995 and is well worth watching if its on again.

Its from back in the days when you were selling Hondas, Kawasakis and Bultacos and we loved the Kiwi enginuity.


Giday Merv. Damn. Have missed them. Must keep an eye on these re-runs. Cheers
Bill

[Skunk]

I have the DVD if you you miss it this time around.

[denill]

I have the DVD if you you miss it this time around.


Hey thanks Skunk for the offer but I'm making certain I don't miss it this time! :2thumbsup

BTW Is the footage the same??

[Swoop]

Titled "Love, Speed & ???"
It is "Love, speed & loss".

A bloody good doco!

[Skunk]

With a 'man-look' and a bad memory, yeah, the same.

[denill]

The Kim Newcombe documentary Love, Speed & Loss is airing on the Documentary Channel - May 18, 9pm.

Set my DVD...... :done:

[bistard]

I have the DVD if you you miss it this time around.

Hey Skunk,is that the Doco done by Richard (Dick) Driver??
If so, I would love to have a look at some stage
Bistard

[Skunk]

Hey Skunk,is that the Doco done by Richard (Dick) Driver??
If so, I would love to have a look at some stage
Bistard
PM me your address and I drop it round.

[denill]

<a href=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kim_Newcombe>Kim Newcombe - by Wikipedia:</A>

And

<a href=http://www.ozebook.com/konig.htm>More On Kim:</A>

[bistard]

PM me your address and I drop it round.

As long as you can make sure I dont get "GRIPPED" I know how Sully60 wants to know where I live!!

[roogazza]

As long as you can make sure I dont get "GRIPPED" I know how Sully60 wants to know where I live!!

I'm not fooled by you riding around with your partner on the back B ! You're just a closet dweller ! Got the bike ready ? G.

ps. that doco on Newcombe is to be played a couple of times looking at the Sky mag.

[roadracingoldfart]

As long as you can make sure I dont get "GRIPPED" I know how Sully60 wants to know where I live!!


And the moral of this story is ...... If you want to get " GRIPPED " or Gropped just go up a small hill and there you will find young Barry. He has never taken his tricks home to his real house :blink:
:2thumbsup :whistle:

[denill]

Love, Speed & Loss is featuring on the Documentary channel. As most will be recording the MotoGP as well the most favourable slot is 1pm to 2.30pm. :banana:

[vinducati]

"Love Speed and Loss" - the Kim Newcombe story.
ON TONIGHT ON THE DOCUMENTARY CHANNEL 9pm
Do not miss this, the story of Kiwi Kim Newcombe.
Hw built his own GP Motorcyle, the Konig, and raced with the best in the late 60's and early 70's.
This is a must see.

[vinducati]

"Love Speed and Loss" - the Kim Newcombe story.
ON TONIGHT ON THE DOCUMENTARY CHANNEL 9pm
Do not miss this, the story of Kiwi Kim Newcombe.
Hw built his own GP Motorcyle, the Konig, and raced with the best in the late 60's and early 70's.
This is a must see.

[vinducati]

"Love Speed and Loss" - the Kim Newcombe story.
ON TONIGHT ON THE DOCUMENTARY CHANNEL 9pm
Do not miss this, the story of Kiwi Kim Newcombe.
Who built his own GP Motorcyle, the Konig, and raced with the best in the late 60's and early 70's.
This is a must see.

[RC1]

was on a couple of months ago really good doco IMHO

[madandy]

Yup had this 'booked' for a while now.
THIS ARTICLE (http://www.ozebook.com/konig.htm) gives a brief insight into the man and his accomplishments for those new to the legend.

[pritch]

Good documentary but less than inspired programming, the Moto GP coverage is on at the same time.

There's also a biker movie "Harley Davidson and the Marlborough Man" conflicting with the GP coverage.

Well done Sky. Still, shouldn't complain. At least we're getting coverage of the GP.

[vinducati]

This is the premier on the Documentary Channel, it will be replayed on this channel, so don't worry.
Cheers

Don't miss it though!

[k14]

Lol, sky's timing is again impeccable. Lets see, live motogp from le mans from 9pm. Good one sky.

[BadCompany]

Was it necessary to spam it in three different sections? Not saying I don't appreciate the heads up though, it just seems slighty unnecessary.

[onearmedbandit]

Cheers for the heads up.

[vinducati]

The doco will be screened a few times so don't worry.
Sky it should be noted played the SuperStock race from Monza last week.
So they are not all bad.

[riffer]

But that's the same time as the MotoGP.

I want MySky. :weep:

[timorang]

But that's the same time as the MotoGP.

I want MySky. :weep:


It is repeated at about 5am and 1 pm tomorrow.

[riffer]

Excellent. Cheers.

[pete376403]

Recording it now if anyone wants a copy.

[quallman1234]

Recording it now if anyone wants a copy.

Yeah ill be keen for one. Digital? or DVD or Tape?

[FROSTY]

That was pretty darn amazing. -He could have been world champion.
Ya know what makes me "laugh" --cynical like when the self same sort of safety concerns they had 10 years ago still happen today in NZ

[vinducati]

A Track like Pukekohe with Armco and no runoff is a joke.
I can't wait till Hampton Downs opens, Puke has had it's day and claimed many more riders than it should have.
But Kim's story is just amazing, keep an eye out for repeats on the doco channel.
Cheers

[chubby]

It was a great doco and one that shouldn't be forgotton. He was obviously a great rider but couldn't claim the accolades he deserved. Recommended viewing.

[TygerTung]

Documentary channel? Is that channel 1, 2 or 3?

[vinducati]

Doco chan is part of the Sky Digital basic package.
If you don't have it I am sure someone will tape it for you.
If not you can purchase the DVD at Duke Video UK.

[Swoop]

Documentary channel? Is that channel 1, 2 or 3?
TV1: Gubbinment propaganda and coronation st (for the mentally infirmed).
TV2: Survivor, programming that entertains the teenage brain, and more "reality programmes" than you can point a stick at.
TV3: The Simpson's, thugby games and "CSI".

Doco channel is on Sky.

[Swoop]

Documentary channel? Is that channel 1, 2 or 3?
TV1: Gubbinment propaganda and coronation st (for the mentally infirmed).
TV2: Survivor, programming that entertains the teenage brain, and more "reality programmes" than you can point a stick at.
TV3: The Simpson's, thugby games and "CSI".

Doco channel is on Sky.


It is also "Koenig".

[vinducati]

I am so sorry one of you though it was out of line for me to post this on three forums.
Guess I wanted people to see it.
As this pissed me off here I go,

1 - I was the editor and worked on the project for 8 months.
2 - I met Janeen Newcombe and her family, and attended screenings with her and also unfortunately her funeral.

I am proud of what I have done and wanted people to see it, if this upsets you sorry.
I wasn't going to announce my involvement in the project as I didn't feel it was neccessary. I have posted a lot of times when the film played at Rialto etc but never mentioned I was the Editor.
It just amazes me, I am upset and angry and I am afraid I have had enough of this Kiwibiker site,
Cheers and seeya

Cheers

[pritch]

TV1: Gubbinment propaganda and coronation st (for the mentally infirmed).
TV2: Survivor, programming that entertains the teenage brain, and more "reality programmes" than you can point a stick at.
TV3: The Simpson's, thugby games and "CSI".


Actually that goes a long way to explain why I spend so much time watching the cooking channel. :wacko:

[madandy]

I am so sorry one of you though it was out of line for me to post this on three forums.
Guess I wanted people to see it.
As this pissed me off here I go,

1 - I was the editor and worked on the project for 8 months.
2 - I met Janeen Newcombe and her family, and attended screenings with her and also unfortunately her funeral.

I am proud of what I have done and wanted people to see it, if this upsets you sorry.
I wasn't going to announce my involvement in the project as I didn't feel it was neccessary. I have posted a lot of times when the film played at Rialto etc but never mentioned I was the Editor.
It just amazes me, I am upset and angry and I am afraid I have had enough of this Kiwibiker site,
Cheers and seeya

Cheers

Don't let one persons thoughtless comment put you off. Plenty of people seem to have watched/paid to see your work and admire the subject beyond words.

[denill]

I am so sorry one of you though it was out of line for me to post this on three forums.
Guess I wanted people to see it.
As this pissed me off here I go,

1 - I was the editor and worked on the project for 8 months.
2 - I met Janeen Newcombe and her family, and attended screenings with her and also unfortunately her funeral.

I am proud of what I have done and wanted people to see it, if this upsets you sorry.
I wasn't going to announce my involvement in the project as I didn't feel it was neccessary. I have posted a lot of times when the film played at Rialto etc but never mentioned I was the Editor.
It just amazes me, I am upset and angry and I am afraid I have had enough of this Kiwibiker site,
Cheers and seeya

Cheers

Hey. I started the thread and saw you posted the Doc update on other threads and thought good on ya. Too much info is better than none.

Sure you're pissed off. But don't be put off by the (few) wankers here.

I've got 63 positive reps and one red rep - that from the mod wanker Gav for:"Repost! Check out the MotoGP Tests thread!" FFS.

PS: You should be proud of the Doco. :niceone:

[Swoop]

You should be extremely proud of that Doco! An epic work that was (thankfully) filmed extensively by Janeen at the time.

[chubby]

I am so sorry one of you though it was out of line for me to post this on three forums.
Guess I wanted people to see it.
As this pissed me off here I go,

1 - I was the editor and worked on the project for 8 months.
2 - I met Janeen Newcombe and her family, and attended screenings with her and also unfortunately her funeral.

I am proud of what I have done and wanted people to see it, if this upsets you sorry.
I wasn't going to announce my involvement in the project as I didn't feel it was neccessary. I have posted a lot of times when the film played at Rialto etc but never mentioned I was the Editor.
It just amazes me, I am upset and angry and I am afraid I have had enough of this Kiwibiker site,
Cheers and seeya

Cheers

Hold on the horses one minute here... I haven't read the dis comment and don't intend to, but please vinducati, lets get this in perspective. You work in the film industry so you have to get a harder skin. One bad comment????? A little melodramatic? re-read and see all the positive comments. My partner came in half way through and she had swelling in her eyes at the end, someone stole my voice near the end and I had to have a glass of water, the impact of his death on the owner of the bikes and on Janeen was wonderfully put, we felt their loss. It was a good doco and well worth the effort. i'm not going to rub your back and say its alright, but get over it... Too many positive comments to let one get to you.

[vinducati]

Yes, i may have had one to many coffee's yesterday,
just got a bit pissed off but in hindsite I shouldn't have.
Glad that many people have watched it.
Cheers

[Swoop]

Glad that many people have watched it.
Cheers
I was about to suggest doing a search for other thread's on this, but it appears as if we have been "merged".

[TygerTung]

How do I watch it if I don't have sky? I'm pretty keen to see it, can I download it off the internet somewhere?

[vinducati]

Duke Video UK have the DVD with Extras
Kerry at motohaus may have the DVD still

[Bullitt]

Really enjoyed it. Thanks for pointing it out.

Theres talk on here about a DVD with extras vs one without. How do you tell them apart? I dont want to end up with a non extra one if a better one exists

[vinducati]

It should say on the cover,
I am pretty sure the one from Duke Video has extras
cheers

[pete376403]

Yeah ill be keen for one. Digital? or DVD or Tape?

DVD. I'll edit out the ads or channel promos (if there were any) PM me.

[Bullitt]

It should say on the cover,
I am pretty sure the one from Duke Video has extras
cheers

I would have thought so but I cant see it on any of the online pics Ive found. Every cover seems the same unless theres a subtle difference Im missing.

The duke site is amongst the most expensive sources so id rather not go there if I can find the same thing cheaper elsewhere.

[vinducati]

I will find out today and post it,
cheers

[vinducati]

Techbooks have the DVD with the extra features.
Some stories from Phil Read, Chas and so on...
plus Rod Tingate the mechanic going over tech aspects of the bike.
Cheers

http://www.techbooks.co.nz/