Christmas party Upper north island. Dec 4th

[FROSTY]

<center><b><center>Christmas party Upper North Island. Dec 4th
Palm Springs Parakai</center></b></center>

Meet at BMW NZ -7 Pacific Rise Mt Wellington at 9.30am

Bring a toy to donate to the sallys. We will ride to the central city with about 800 other bikes.
We will meet at 12.00pm at the shell service station at the end of the North western Motorway. A 4-5 hour ride to stimulate the taste buds,
Meet up at 5.00ish Palm Springs hot pools in Parakai by 5pm for a get together. Any KB'ers with family, bring them along. This place is fully fenced and definitely family friendly.
There are 2 spa pools. One cooler pool, one deep hot pool and a kid’s paddling pool. There is an inside lounge and a huge deck area.
They are licensed till 10pm and have a full range of beer and spirits on tap.
They also have a full takeaway menu for those not wanting to barbeque.

My House in Massey will be open home on the night of the 3rd of December and the 4th of December. Anyone coming from out of town is welcome to stay here. There’s plenty of room on the floor 2 couches and 3 spare single beds.
For those of you traveling from out of town and of the camping type. There is a camp ground directly across the road from the venue.
Any questions/advise feel free to call me 021544251

[FROSTY]

Thanks to Joni we have a special price to get into the venue of $6.00 per person -as long as at least 30 of us turn up. That give access to all the facilities.
Kawa kid is going to bring along a good sized barby and I've booked the barbys at the venue.
Bring your own meat n stuff and the experienced chefs will cook it up for ya.

Ive booked 3 cabins at black petes for saturday the 4th The cabins come with all bedding and they are 2 minutes walk from the venue.
2 are 4 person cabins and one is a 6 person cabin.
The cost per person per night is $25
Antallica has one of them for himself and his lady.
first come first served for the beds
Any questions or advise feel free to call me --021544251



Please put your name down on the event listing -Homepage Rh side if you are coming

[aff-man]

yipee- yai - yo - kai - yay Muther farker sounds like a blast :2thumbsup :2thumbsup :banana: :banana: :doobey:

[Kwaka-Kid]

well done, sounds good to me.

ill Definatly be taking one for the team and bring the van so anyone who wants to give me stuff to take for them sweet as by me, oh and anyone who wants a race up old north then its on, the 2.4L diesel powerplant will show anything this side of a GN 250 up... *doh!* Remember drunken foolishness is compulsary right?

[FROSTY]

Aww dang it KK -I was hoping you could show them outa towners a thing or two round the local windey roads.

[Riff Raff]

Damnit, I'll be on night shift, so I'll be able to make the toy run only.

[FROSTY]

ok folks so how is everyone else placed?

[JohnBoy]

looking foward to it.. wont be able to make the toy run, but could make it for the ride afterwards. i am tempted to see what you jokers up there call a good road.
my bike should be back in one piece by then (with new Arrow full race system!!).
cheers for the open house, might just take you up on that idea.

[FROSTY]

just dont park ya bike too close to mella yella--he might get inferiority complex lol

[Antallica]

What kinda ride are we lookin at? I'm all for a good old ride for leisure, and slower than that 'slow' ride we had a while back ;) .... pfft, slow my ass.

We hope to be at the party though.

[JohnBoy]

just dont park ya bike too close to mella yella--he might get inferiority complex lol
should be sweet, the zed will probaly still have plenty of track rash on it from labour week end. so it will still look a bit:disapint:

[Kwaka-Kid]

haha yeah ant! haha i remember, you know that ride was supposed to be 3x of us doing an honest slow ride, but somehow word leaked out at the BBQ :P was fun anyway! demerits wont allow me to do one of them for another 18months so ill be keeping a genuine slow pace beit in the van or on the bike.

[erik]

I'll be there for the party, not sure if I'll make the ride. It'll depend what my bike is doing, and it won't know until closer to the date...

(possibly needing new tyres, chain, sprockets, but not exactly sure when. I'm hoping it'll last the next 3 weeks of uni at least...)

[Sheep Dags]

Hey Frosty, sounds good. I'll be there with bells on. I'd say I'll be running a tidy zxr by then :P
Just out of interest, any Alkders going to the Wellington meet?

[Joni]

All sounds good to me Tony... offer still stands for what ever help you need, just shout. Good news not that far from my place either.... I might be putting up a K'ber or two as well... :whistle:

[aff-man]

depends how the night goes might pull up a piece of rug or go home after the hot pools :Punk: :Punk:

[FROSTY]

Sounds GOOD joni--all the help I can get.Im thinking ill go to the butcher and organise a pile of steaks n sauzzies and chops.
I really need numbers though so I can plan ahead.
Aff man and others -- its simple mateys --You drink a lot -YOU ARE NOT riding home. :2guns: Ill run a shuttle bus service to and from my place if I need to. -So don't sweat it -itll be covered :done:

[aff-man]

Sounds GOOD joni--all the help I can get.Im thinking ill go to the butcher and organise a pile of steaks n sauzzies and chops.
I really need numbers though so I can plan ahead.
Aff man and others -- its simple mateys --You drink a lot -YOU ARE NOT riding home. :2guns: Ill run a shuttle bus service to and from my place if I need to. -So don't sweat it -itll be covered :done:

Hell yeh man i have never had a drop of the al-ca-ma-hol while or before riding and i never plan to. If i do intend on the undertaking of drinking KK under the table it will only start once my baby is tucked away for the night and i've read her a bed time story. And then things will get serious. :bleh:

[Zapf]

at this stage I am yours for the day.... well not that u want it all I am sure :angry2: :pinch: :P hehehe

will be looking foward to bringing the SV along.

cya then.

[FROSTY]

lo,--such a loaded offer zap man --

[Dodgyiti]

We will try for the toy run and the ride, but definatly the party so I can drink these free [ not red] beers KK promised :blink:

[Antallica]

Would be absolutely marvellous if I could get another bike & bring the other half along. But I don't think it's going to happen :(

[Kwaka-Kid]

We will try for the toy run and the ride, but definatly the party so I can drink these free [ not red] beers KK promised :blink:
Uh oh! Its on mike!

Steinlager? We can have sore heads together in the morning! ahaha

no seriously mate, what will we be drinking?

[aff-man]

Uh oh! Its on mike!

Steinlager? We can have sore heads together in the morning! ahaha

no seriously mate, what will we be drinking?

ooooh i can see another challenge brewing ...... count me in :crazy: :confused:

[enigma51]

Im in Yooooooo Hoooooo party time again

[FROSTY]

Well its gonna be a great night.

[Antallica]

Sweet, I have that weekend off anyway. Better make sure I'm never rostered for it today.

Mint! Really hope the other half can come eh.

[Jess]

HEY! all you lateral thinkers out there, see if you can't work out a way that I (o wonderous rider of the AJ50R :scooter: ) can make it to frosty's lovely chrissie party all the way from Whangarei.

anyone want a pillion all day? :ride: i'll split your gas bill for the day :not:

I really think i might have to give it a miss this time - worse luck. not that any of you know me yet! :wavey: feels like i know half of you from listening to Ant talk.

[Posh Tourer :P]

Did RiB offer to pillion you Jess? might pay to pm him, as i seem to recall something similar being said in the precursor thread

[T.I.E]

won't know til later what i can do, :bleh: but i am sure to be there for something if not all. excellent :not: :2thumbsup

[FROSTY]

a few more coming--coolies

[RiderInBlack]

F*ck is this where the Xmas tread got to:shit: I will have to read it tomorrow (need sleep:sleep: ).

[RiderInBlack]

Now that we have a date, I will talk to my bed pillion to see if she wants to come as well. IF she is unavalible, then there will be a spare pillion space behind "Roxanne". I will be departing from Whg 7am sharp to make the toy run. Will check Parakai for Cheap Beds as I don't like going very far after drinking.

[Posh Tourer :P]

What happened to the campground next to the pools frosty?

[Jess]

yes i was aware that RiB had offered pillion if his other half wasnt coming but i didnt want to make him feel like he had to take me, and i still need a way to get down there if his other half wants to come too. :bye:

thanks to RiB for the potential offer - means alot :D

[FROSTY]

What happened to the campground next to the pools frosty?
New owners have closed it --BUT --see the modified thread.

[FROSTY]

My place is about $25km from the venue and my floor is still open to thiose wabnting to stay.
But If ya want CLOSE to the venuue then creread the thread header

[Joni]

I phoned around for alternative accomodation:

Black Petes:
Have cabins @ $20 per person or $25 if you taking your own room (no partner) they are opposite the venue.

Mineral Park Hotel:
$95 a room or $100 if you have a family.... $15 for every extra person.

There is also a hotel in the centre of Helensville called the Grand Hotel, couldn't get hold of anyone to confirm pricing.

The other 2 places still have plenty of room.

Jo

[RiderInBlack]

I phoned around for alternative accomodation:

Black Petes:
Have cabins @ $20 per person or $25 if you taking your own room (no partner) they are opposite the venue.

Mineral Park Hotel:
$95 a room or $100 if you have a family.... $15 for every extra person.

There is also a hotel in the centre of Helensville called the Grand Hotel, couldn't get hold of anyone to confirm pricing.

The other 2 places still have plenty of room.

JoBlack Pete's sounds like me. What's their PH No.? Mind you Helensville Grand Hotel is Biker friendly:ride: , so that might be cool too:Punk:

[Joni]

Black Pete's sounds like me. What's their PH No.? Mind you Helensville Grand Hotel is Biker friendly:ride: , so that might be cool too:Punk:



Sorry...
Black Petes: 09 420 8765
Mineral Park: 09 420 8856 (lady was not the friendliest.... :sneaky2: )
Grand Hotel: 09 420 8427

[FROSTY]

JEESE doug/RIB -Its at the top of the thread. :bash:

[Antallica]

Hmm, might have to take my pillion out this weekend to see how the FXR performs (shitty I assume). She's keen for this ride after the Toy Run, but I just don't know if it's up to it.

Oh hell, need a new rear too. Better order another MT75 quicksmart!

[RiderInBlack]

JEESE doug/RIB -Its at the top of the thread. :bash::no: or in the case of how I read threads, on the bottom (newest post is at the top, oldest post is at the bottom of the last page).

[RiderInBlack]

Well I've booked a cabin for 2 ($40, $20 each:hug: and made Beds) @ Balck Petes. If you are planning to stay there, book ASAP. They have a tentative booking for the whole camp with a forestry group on the same day, but or doing a first come first serve as far as bookings go:bleh: So book your bed Tomorrow.

[Joni]

Well I've booked a cabin for 2 ($40, $20 each:hug: and made Beds) @ Balck Petes. If you are planning to stay there, book ASAP. They have a tentative booking for the whole camp with a forestry group on the same day, but or doing a first come first serve as far as bookings go:bleh: So book your bed Tomorrow.

Even though I dont live far I think I will book as well, in case I get broken and cant get back home!!! :drinknsin :whistle:
$40 I think thats pretty cool! :2thumbsup

[FROSTY]

well Ill book a room for 4 -that way we should be ok for a few drunk bikers.

[Antallica]

Shit I haven't made my booking yet. Will do tomorrow morn.

[Zapf]

well Ill book a room for 4 -that way we should be ok for a few drunk bikers.

yea I'll book a room for me and my missis

[FROSTY]

guys n gals --updated info available.

[Joni]

guys n gals --It seems that unless you're nice to RIB ya won't be staying at black petes. Some other group made a block booking.
Ill suss out alternatives early next week

Yeah I called this morning as well, he told me that it might still be available and that I should call back @ 5, I will let everyone know.... not to worry Tony, I am driving up there later today to check out the alternatives.... will let everyone know ones Ive been there.

Jo :2thumbsup

[FROSTY]

Yeah I called this morning as well, he told me that it might still be available and that I should call back @ 5, I will let everyone know.... not to worry Tony, I am driving up there later today to check out the alternatives.... will let everyone know ones Ive been there.

Jo :2thumbsup
OHH joni--thought you was heading to tauranga today?
we need all the cheerleaders we can get lol

[Joni]

OHH joni--thought you was heading to tauranga today?
we need all the cheerleaders we can get lol
Sorry Tony - Doctors orders.... no voice does not help the matters at this stage! :disapint: Im not much use to NC30 or Cajun at this stage (sorry guys drinkies will have to be another time!!)

Okie dokie... accomodation:

For now - take Black Petes as fully booked, they will call me if anything changes, only Rider in Black will be there.

The other 2 venues are still available. There were 2 or so other motels in the area, but they are permanenelty booked out... so unless you wanna strap a tent on your back and go for the camping site, either another KB's home or the 2 places already mentioned would be best for outta towners.

[Posh Tourer :P]

The camping site is apparently closed.. unless theres another one nearby

[Joni]

The camping site is apparently closed.. unless theres another one nearby

There were lots of campers and tents there, I will find out for ya.

[FROSTY]

hEY POSH--aRE YOU TALKING THE CAMP GROUND AT AQUATIC PARK??
as far as I'm aware its open.

[Joni]

Hi Guys...

OK Palm Springs does not have a very big barbecue facility, and I feel for what they have, its a little pricey... maybe two or three KB'rs can bring barbecues with them? Can anyone help with this?

Jo

[Posh Tourer :P]

ooo so the aquatic park campground is open.....

When you were talking about the campground being closed you meant the one by palm springs then...

They arent too far away huh....

[Kwaka-Kid]

yep 3 burner BBQ will be in the van for the trip.

[Joni]

yep 3 burner BBQ will be in the van for the trip.

Thanks KK, you're a star!! :first:

Just to follow up.
Most accomodation is now booked up for that night except the Grand Hotel.... so its either that, the camping site, or Frosties place at this stage.

[FROSTY]

ooo so the aquatic park campground is open.....

When you were talking about the campground being closed you meant the one by palm springs then...

They arent too far away huh....
Posh --It is literally a stagger directly over the road away from the event.

[FROSTY]

As at 2 minutes ago--3.00pm I booked 3 more cabins at black petes. They all hold 4 people
There are 3 other cabins available -but get in quick
As it stands- RIB has a cabin booked for himself and partner?
I have booked one cabin for JONI
I have booked one cabin for Antallicca and partner
I have booked one cabin in my name -its the only 6 person cabin there is available.
i CANT SPEAK FOR THE OTHERS BUT .-the cabin I have booked has 5 beds available in it --first come first served. -I believe the cost per night is $20 per person.

[Jess]

I have booked one cabin for Antallicca and partner.

Frosty have you forked out for this on our behalf? if you have, PM me with your bank account number and I can pay you back ASAP, esp. if you need it before the do. cheers!

[aff-man]

hmmmm i'll be along but i will probably be sobre drinking coke and cokes all night and just follow the party around hahahaha. See ya all there :laugh:

[RiderInBlack]

Joni would like some help with the sounds. one of you young bucks has got to have a descent "cage sound player":Pokey: , and I know some of you have CD/MP3 Discs so PM her and help her out.

[JohnBoy]

.
i CANT SPEAK FOR THE OTHERS BUT .-the cabin I have booked has 5 beds available in it --first come first served. -I believe the cost per night is $20 per person.

cheers for the effort... i would like to saty but i am not sure what i am doing the next day, might just come up for the night.
has anyone thought anymore about the pre ride?

[Antallica]

I have booked one cabin for Antallicca and partner

Oh sweet dude, thought we'd missed out :headbang:

Can't wait to party..... in the spa :cold:

[FROSTY]

Come on then guys -any music ideas.--Or do ya'all sing for ya supper?

[Posh Tourer :P]

I have a heap of 70s and 80s stuff on mp3 cd..... (and some Bob Marley) I'll bring that CD along....

[RiderInBlack]

I have a heap of 70s and 80s stuff on mp3 cd..... (and some Bob Marley) I'll bring that CD along....Good on ya, Posh old chap. Still need something to play on but:rolleyes: Come on, someone has got to have modified "Cage" with flash sounds that cost more than the car:wait:

[Joni]

Joni would like some help with the sounds. one of you young bucks has got to have a descent "cage sound player":Pokey: , and I know some of you have CD/MP3 Discs so PM her and help her out.

BK's option would be the best, but they in Wellington....so we will have to make a plan, I dont wanna have no music to tap my foot too.

The 4th is turning into an interesting day for me, I forgot my friend is getting married, they rented out the ASB stadium (WTF... how many people are coming to the thing?), so I will be having lotsa fun between the 2, and lots of road too.... :wacko:

[Posh Tourer :P]

Well, sorry guys, it looks like I won't be there. Just had a meeting and I'm going to be on the barrier for a month from Nov 22nd to Dec 22nd chasing rats and cutting their tails off.....

I hope y'all enjoy yourselves without me...

One less Böringfahrt Motorcycle Wrider :bleh:

[Joni]

Well, sorry guys, it looks like I won't be there. Just had a meeting and I'm going to be on the barrier for a month from Nov 22nd to Dec 22nd chasing rats and cutting their tails off.....

I hope y'all enjoy yourselves without me...

One less Böringfahrt Motorcycle Wrider :bleh:

ah thats a bummer, would have been good to meet ya!

[Antallica]

Bugger, quite enjoyed meeting you last time.

I'll have a beer for you then mate :)

[RiderInBlack]

Well, sorry guys, it looks like I won't be there. Just had a meeting and I'm going to be on the barrier for a month from Nov 22nd to Dec 22nd chasing rats and cutting their tails off.....

I hope y'all enjoy yourselves without me...

One less Böringfahrt Motorcycle Wrider :bleh:Will miss you Posh. You give those rats hell for us:2guns: :ar15: and help save our natives:not:

[Posh Tourer :P]

Bugger, quite enjoyed meeting you last time.

I'll have a beer for you then mate :)


I'll be sure to have a few, or a glass of wine, somewhere out in the bush....

There in "spirit" :D

[FROSTY]

hey guys there must be more than 21 of us partying --comeon Guys I need to know numbers so I can order up the food n stuff

[Jess]

try getting names, Frosty - then you know who to hassle about not having confirmed/too lazy to make it without a kick in the jackseat :kick:

[FROSTY]

yea well jess--theres this chick in whangarei --she was so slack I had to go and buy a bike for her boyfreind so she could make it :doh:

[ajturbo]

yea well jess--theres this chick in whangarei --she was so slack I had to go and buy a bike for her boyfreind so she could make it :doh:


hey i'll come if you buy me that sv1000 i was looking at the other day! :msn-wink:

[RiderInBlack]

I coming, but pillionless now. It's all cool just relationships can be so hard to work sometimes,and I'm too used to being single and doing my own thing. So there will be a spare bed in to cabin I booked.

[Antallica]

Bloomin' heck. I'm sorry for your loss there mate.

Hmm, that reminds me, must get a Tankbag when I'm in Auck next weekend.
Also if the weather's good after the Toy Run me and my lady might cruise Auckland for the day and hopefully end up in Devonport to enjoy some sun.

*does the sun dance*

[justsomeguy]

woo hooo sounds like fun - 800 bikes :blah: drooooll. zzzzzzzsstt zap!!! - :shit: shit :o spilled some drool on keyboard :crazy:

Hey I'm real keen on this - I WILL TRY MY BEST to come along for the whole thing.

By the way since this is an all invited gig :grouphug: - will the run be something everyone can participate it or will you need a F1 superbike class racing license :raghead: to tag along???

If this were a car run, I would say the faster the better and bring on the twisties. But on a bike I ride like an old lady drives - cos I'm a brand spanking nooobi:baby:

So I hope you keep us young fellas in mind when organising the run.

Hope to see you all there ....

Now I must convince da boss to get me the day off. :sweatdrop

[FROSTY]

woo hooo sounds like fun - 800 bikes :blah: drooooll. zzzzzzzsstt zap!!! - :shit: shit :o spilled some drool on keyboard :crazy:

Hey I'm real keen on this - I WILL TRY MY BEST to come along for the whole thing.

By the way since this is an all invited gig :grouphug: - will the run be something everyone can participate it or will you need a F1 superbike class racing license :raghead: to tag along???

If this were a car run, I would say the faster the better and bring on the twisties. But on a bike I ride like an old lady drives - cos I'm a brand spanking nooobi:baby:

So I hope you keep us young fellas in mind when organising the run.

Hope to see you all there ....

Now I must convince da boss to get me the day off. :sweatdrop
Ok The toy run is a slow speed ride as in Ive seen people on 50cc scooters do it.
As for the ride afterwards I'm hoping maybee KK or motoracer will organise that for me :love2:
The event is open to all--young and old --fast or slow.

[justsomeguy]

The event is open to all--young and old --fast or slow.
By this you mean slow people will be able to run along with the bunch or will be left all alone in the back crying for our mummies to come help us out?

:ride:

[FROSTY]

By this you mean slow people will be able to run along with the bunch or will be left all alone in the back crying for our mummies to come help us out?

:ride:
nope--ull be looking back over ya shoulder laughing at how slow frosty rides

[Joni]

nope--ull be looking back over ya shoulder laughing at how slow frosty rides

Yeah right Tony!! :shifty:

[justsomeguy]

Tui. Brewing since 1889

[FROSTY]

Ok guys n gals -I only have 24 of ya saying you're coming along --comeong folks i need to know numbers

[Joni]

Yup step up folks.... we need 30 attendants to qualify for the pricing I negotiated!!

:yeah:

[Kwaka-Kid]

what pricing? and what does it include? and who have you counted?

[Sheep Dags]

yea.... so i get lost on whats happening when there's 6 pages to read through. frosty can you edit your first post to let us know whats going on? i'm seeing posts about prices and stuff... for what? i'm real keen, but i kinda wanna know if i should bring a tent or a 747. or both

woop!





edit: oops i just looked at your first post. it seems you have covered it all! prolly pays to look at that sort of thing before asking whats going on. im comin yay sounds fun!

[justsomeguy]

Hi there,

How long will it take to get back from the Hot Pools to Auckland City? I'm an L-Plate rider and have a 10pm bed time.

Can someone please give me some riding times.

Ta

[RiderInBlack]

I've put my name down on the Calendar notice for this. There is only going to be me there (no pillion).

Has anyone offered to proved sounds to play CD/MP3 on? I see we have had offers of CD's/MP3 CD's but it does not appear that there is anything to play them on. If someone has, that's cool, but it would be a little silly if nobody has.

[FROSTY]

Guys and gals--I'm doing a big panic here--I need to know who is attending
We need to organise BBQ meat etc -unless we make it pot luck--bring along food yourselves.
Also I really really need one of the cool rider type KB ers to organise the ride from 12.00 till 5.00 ish
Also wanted --A kb er --somewhat overweight wearing all red --Comeon santa --I know you're a biker :banana: :banana:

[John]

I wish I COULD come, but cant yay! :angry2:

[Zapf]

Well there is me and my misy if you haven't counted. Can BYO if required. Have mp3 and CD's but similarly don't have a system that I can move.

[erik]

I'm planning to be at the party, still not sure about the rides though.
How much is it going to cost? Are we paying you to bring the meat for the barbeque or should we bring some of our own?
Am I going to feel like a plonker if I go there and don't go in the pools?

[scroter]

i will do my best

[FROSTY]

ERic--don't sweat not swimming--its there if ya wanna and not if ya dont.
Scroter come on dude itll be a blast
zap man--Il hopefully get all the names attending on the events list

[Antallica]

Went into Motomail and had a chat to KevinAmerica, while getting my lady a spanking new jacket. Seems he isn't in the loop on this, so I told him to log on and check out the details.

[Jess]

off-topic, i know, but - :2thumbsup I LOVE MY NEW JACKET!!!!!!!!!!
thankyou darling!!!!!!!!!! :hug:
now i feel a bit safer on the bike - more happy to ride all the bum-numbing way back to AKL in 2wks for the xmas fun...! :D

[FROSTY]

ok guys n gals --i really need numbers here so I canb work stuff out --Please :baby:

[Jess]

well theres me and Ant - is there a specific number you're trying to work towards? a quota to fill, so to speak?

And on the subject of Black Petes, what is the deal with payment there - can we pay when we arrive?

[Two Smoker]

Ok, i will be there... ill have a chat to MR about organising a ride.....

[justsomeguy]

I've already voted on the poll that I'll be bring me, myself and my bike. But just to reiterate. I will be coming.

Yeah - about the food - is there any cost or do you have a genie who gets you stuff for free???

Regards,

JSG

[texmo]

At what speeds will you go there at cos my scoot can only go like 110 and on highway 16 like 90-100 not much more.

[RiderInBlack]

At what speeds will you go there at cos my scoot can only go like 110 and on highway 16 like 90-100 not much more.Different riders will be going at different paces, so come along and just go the pace your happy at. Someone usually waits at any main intersections so that none of the riders get loss. I'll need a blast after crawling along on the toy run, so don't try to keep up (I'll be looking for TS and KK, who whould have left me behind). It would be still good to see you there and there will be other riders that will be wanting to just enjoy the view and putter along (which is just as cool):2thumbsup

[Jess]

Yeah - about the food - is there any cost or do you have a genie who gets you stuff for free???


Thanks to Joni we have a special price to get into the venue of $6.00 per person -as long as at least 30 of us turn up. That give access to all the facilities.
Kawa kid is going to bring along a good sized barby and I've booked the barbys at the venue.
Bring your own meat n stuff and the experienced chefs will cook it up for ya [/B]

yep JSG theres your costs.

[MikeL]

I'll be there.

[FROSTY]

I was gonna supply the food but my van disaster has put a HUUGE hole in my finances and available time transport.

[DEATH_INC.]

If there's time we could do up to wellsford>waipu>oakliegh>mangatoroto>wellsford>helensville.
It'll prolly take about 5hrs though,'specially with some slower riders along....

[Mr Skid]

If there's time we could do up to wellsford>waipu>oakliegh>mangatoroto>wellsford>helensville.
It'll prolly take about 5hrs though,'specially with some slower riders along....

Sounds like a great ride, especially through to Waipu. Are there any short cuts on this route that slower riders could take?

[texmo]

At what time will most of you head home do you think?
What time does the place shut at?

[Jess]

north...?!?! we will have just spent 2.5 hrs coming OUT of there!! can we go in another direction...? west coast? south?? anywhere else??? :eek5: if i am a minority speaking against going north here, ignore me... :baby:

[justsomeguy]

I have a request.

On this ride will there be some kind of place where we will have toilet stops and food stops?

Yeah, yeah call me a wimp. But it's not a lot of fun when you are driving and trying to keep up with others and have "something else" on your mind.

Sure you can always go to the little room before and eat a good breakfast but sometimes nature doesn't necessarily follow a schedule.

I've been on a lot of club drives as part of my car club and sometimes riding several hours on an empty stomach spoils a bit of the fun.

Especially if you like me are a guy with the appetite of a pregnant woman.

[MikeL]

Most rides I've been on have had frequent stops for gas, food, coffee, toilet...

At my age fluid intake needs to be calculated against time between stops. My bike has a longer range than my bladder...

[Mr Skid]

On this ride will there be some kind of place where we will have toilet stops and food stops?

No. You will have to poo and wee while riding. Have you ever seen sports racers hang off the side of the bike? Now you know why.



Yeah, yeah call me a wimp. But it's not a lot of fun when you are driving and trying to keep up with others and have "something else" on your mind.

Don't try to keep up with others. You won't enjoy the ride as much and will be more likely to make mistakes.



I've been on a lot of club drives as part of my car club and sometimes riding several hours on an empty stomach spoils a bit of the fun.

I thought the idea with cars was that you could eat and drink on the go?

As most of the small bikes get under 200km to a tank, you can expect breaks at gassers within this distance.

[Two Smoker]

If there's time we could do up to wellsford>waipu>oakliegh>mangatoroto>wellsford>helensville.
It'll prolly take about 5hrs though,'specially with some slower riders along....
That sounds good mate, and saves me organising one..... Dont worry about the speeds Texemo, we wait at the intersections for the slower riders.... And JSG there are plenty of stops for gas and food (considering the average speed of some guys gets up around 100-150kmh, thats average speed) so every 200 odd kays there is a gas stop etc.... You will be concentrating so hard having a great time that you wont think about your stomach etc.....

[FROSTY]

cool guys lookin good --But hey can ya put ya names down for the event

[Antallica]

Yes, might make it easier for those that are coming to register their attendance here (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&day=2004-12-4&c=1).

I'm sure it'll be a mega fuckin turnout if Andrews is anything to go by.

[RiderInBlack]

If there's time we could do up to wellsford>waipu>oakliegh>mangatoroto>wellsford>helensville.
It'll prolly take about 5hrs though,'specially with some slower riders along....If your planning to go as far as Waipu, the Waipu Cove - Mangawhai Heads - Te Hana route is an awesome ride. The Slower riders could turn off at Kaiwaka (instead of going over Brynderwyn) and rejoin the ride at Mangawhai Service Station. Or we all could go to the Pizza Barn in Waipu (blood good food place that) and the riders who wanted a longer ride (with twisties) could go the Waipu Cove - Mangawhai Heads - Te Hana route, and the others could go back over the Brynderwyn and meet us at Wellsford.
Personally the less time on the Waipu/Ruakaka Straights for me the better, so I'm not kean for Waipu - Oakliegh section. The Waipu/Ruakaka Straights are Long, Straight, have heaps of Cops (have counted as much as 5 :Police: :Police: :Police: :Police: :Police: on 1 pass of those straights) = very slow and too much traffic (all the AKers trying to get to BOI's), which all adds up to dead boreing. It's bad enough that I have to go along there to get to this, let alone do it as a ride.

[FROSTY]

well anyhoo looks like its all sorta falling into place--hmm now whose got good sounds??

[Zapf]

So I assume we BYO food now?

[Devil]

so every 200 odd kays there is a gas stop etc....
Yikes, I dont even know if my bike will get to 150 :P

[texmo]

Mine does like 150 as well......

[badlieutenant]

The Waipu/Ruakaka Straights are Long, Straight, have heaps of Cops (have counted as much as 5 :Police: :Police: :Police: :Police: :Police: on 1 pass of those straights) = very slow and too much traffic (all the AKers trying to get to BOI's), which all adds up to dead boreing. It's bad enough that I have to go along there to get to this, let alone do it as a ride.
been from the BOI's myself this is the worst bit of road on the whole journey down to auckland. you poor sods up there :(

[FROSTY]

Well guys i'm sure 'll hear all about it at the barby. itll be a blast Im sure. You guys with slower bikes -don't sweat it --most of the time the speeds aint that fast -the boys in blue would nabb em otherwise

[Antallica]

Think me and the lady will sit this KB ride out & cruise into Devonport and have a chill out there. Maybe see the grandparents again as well.

What time you heading off from work Frosty? We might follow you there if ya don't mind.

[Kwaka-Kid]

ESHK! CRAP!

Really sorry guys fully didnt realise till now i have double booked that damn weekend! supposed to be in Whangamata for a whole weekend of drinking and chillin with the boys.

cross me off the list for the BBQ/VAN :( not cool at all.

[Antallica]

ESHK! CRAP!

Really sorry guys fully didnt realise till now i have double booked that damn weekend! supposed to be in Whangamata for a whole weekend of drinking and chillin with the boys.

cross me off the list for the BBQ/VAN :( not cool at all.
Oohh, and Jess was looking forward to meeting you ya bastard!

[FROSTY]

oyy oyyy oyy wots all this then ---a deserter in our midst --next ya gonna say you're too skint to race at Taupo

[Kwaka-Kid]

firstly: yeah ant my bad, thats why i aint going, shed whip my arse for the crap i been spilling on here!

second: what you talkin about frosty? i aint making it to taupo but not just because things are a bit tight atm its more to do with going to whanga this weekend ill have no time to prep the racebike again. worst part? i dont even think i can make the 28th now with new job etc. :(

[FROSTY]

you bloody piker --good gosh man prioroties etc. :angry2: :angry2:

[Antallica]

So who's going to be our comedic relief then? You'll have to work overtime Frosty.

[Jess]

oh come on KK - chilling and drinking with the boys down whangamawhaaa...?
Ya shoulda picked frostys chrissy party over that one any day! besides, i wont kick yer bum...too hard..;) :kick:

[DEATH_INC.]

If your planning to go as far as Waipu, the Waipu Cove - Mangawhai Heads - Te Hana route is an awesome ride. The Slower riders could turn off at Kaiwaka (instead of going over Brynderwyn) and rejoin the ride at Mangawhai Service Station. Or we all could go to the Pizza Barn in Waipu (blood good food place that) and the riders who wanted a longer ride (with twisties) could go the Waipu Cove - Mangawhai Heads - Te Hana route, and the others could go back over the Brynderwyn and meet us at Wellsford.
Personally the less time on the Waipu/Ruakaka Straights for me the better, so I'm not kean for Waipu - Oakliegh section. The Waipu/Ruakaka Straights are Long, Straight, have heaps of Cops (have counted as much as 5 :Police: :Police: :Police: :Police: :Police: on 1 pass of those straights) = very slow and too much traffic (all the AKers trying to get to BOI's), which all adds up to dead boreing. It's bad enough that I have to go along there to get to this, let alone do it as a ride.

Yeh,know what yer saying(the last time we rode up the straights we counted 5 :Police: :Police: too),but that maungatoroto>oakleigh rd is f****n cool.Maybe we could go up that way,the slower guys could go straight to waipu,we do the loop and putt :scooter: back down sh1 to waipu and catch up on the waipu>mangawai>wellsford leg....
Alternately,maybe go up tehana>mangwhai>waipu,then turn around and come back down >mangawhai>wellsford.....
I,m really not that keen on SH1 either.....just love that oakliegh rd....

[Jess]

only five sleeps left to go...! :D i am looking forward to this! yayy for toy runs and BBQs! :2thumbsup:

[DEATH_INC.]

Myself and Draco and maybe a couple of mates will do the toy run and the ride,but we've already got another appointment for the p.m.,so we'll prolly split off at old north on the way back....(need to be home b4 6)
O.k.,I think the plan'll be to go from the gasser>old north>wellsford>mangawhai>waipu,then we'll see how we're looking for time.
If it's still early we'll do the oakliegh loop(we could go over the brenderwans and to mugatoroto then go up the oakliegh rd,turn around and come back to mungatoroto>waipu then back,or if times getting tight just straight back to wellsford from munga's),if not head back down to mangawhai>wellsford>Parakai?(suggestions?)

Ant/jess/RIB,it'd be nice to do 22 or something,but it takes 45+ mins to cross auckland to get there after the run,and another hour for you guys to get back to the pools from the south end of the motorway...

[DEATH_INC.]

Yikes, I dont even know if my bike will get to 150 :P
Don't worry,there's plenty of gas stations/stops....

[Holy Roller]

It looks like I've scored some time off from the new job by agreeing to a shift change. Lucky me, question, anyone bringing their kids or kid to the bbq as I've a keen HR Jnr who wants to go for a ride to the toy run and BBQ. If there are no other kids going I may leave him at his friends place who he hasn't seen for a while.

[FROSTY]

well Im taking Baby Bikie with me for sure. Im hoping a few family types will make it. :Punk:

[Two Smoker]

It looks like I've scored some time off from the new job by agreeing to a shift change. Lucky me, question, anyone bringing their kids or kid to the bbq as I've a keen HR Jnr who wants to go for a ride to the toy run and BBQ. If there are no other kids going I may leave him at his friends place who he hasn't seen for a while.
Well im a little kid, and i think im allowed to come:confused: .....

[Holy Roller]

Technically I'm younger than my kids now
HR Jnr isn't too little he's 13, took him to Cold Kiwi now he want's to go with me on other rides. There are also a couple of younger sisters who are just as keen. The older kids are way too busy with life to even consider coming for a ride these days. It's a good chance to get out and have a special time with one at at time.

[crashe]

Now where are you all meeting for this run on the day???

I will be coming from West Auckland on the day.....and I see other riders come from this area..... :banana:

As to doing the ride afterwards.... I will see how I feel on the day....
I've been ill, so will play it by ear on the day.... :2thumbsup
But don't think I will make the party thing afterwards....

[FROSTY]

Good point -Its gonna be hard to find the KBers amoungst the 800 odd other bikes.
We I guess could meet up at my place if westies and autobahn etc if from south etc etc.

[Riff Raff]

Good point -Its gonna be hard to find the KBers amoungst the 800 odd other bikes.
We I guess could meet up at my place if westies and autobahn etc if from south etc etc.
Any southerners wanting to ride in together? If so where should we meet?

[aff-man]

anybody from out east??? hey zapf you going ????

[DEATH_INC.]

Paul.He came on one Kb ride......that's when he dropped it and did a plow impersonation......but he may be working on saturday.Otherwise he'll be there.
You seen any of mark's work?Pretty talented guy!(he made all the stickers for the gixx when I painted it in about 1/2 hr...)

[DEATH_INC.]

Any southerners wanting to ride in together? If so where should we meet?
How far south are you?We could meet here,or maybe at my work in manukau.(the autobahn's too far south for us...)

[RiderInBlack]

Good point -Its gonna be hard to find the KBers amoungst the 800 odd other bikes.
We I guess could meet up at my place if westies and autobahn etc if from south etc etc.Tossing up whether I should come down Friday night (so I will not have to get up too early on Sat). Is there a bed @ your place Tony? Best meeting Place for those of us coming North/West way would be at the Massey/West Gate Service Stat.

[Antallica]

My House in Massey will be open home on the night of the 3rd of December and the 4th of December. Anyone coming from out of town is welcome to stay here. There’s plenty of room on the floor 2 couches and 3 spare single beds.

I'm sure there's something for you RIB. I finish at 5pm on Fri so me and the pillion probably won't be able to follow you down if you go Fri. But that's all good, I bought a map to go in my tankbag ;)

[RiderInBlack]

Friday will be a night ride for me as I will not be finnished and home until 8pm:o Thats why I'm tossing -up re: Fri Night verses V.early Sat

[Antallica]

Hmm, night ride sounds like fun I must say. I'm just dying to see what this lovely headlight can do. It would certainly be much more convenient being there the night before rather than riding there at 5:30am that's for sure. I'm actually thinking about leaving around 6ish or even waiting fer ya and all 3 of us goto Frosty's. Unless of course you're wanting to go fast ;).

What do you reckon?

[RiderInBlack]

Hmm, night ride sounds like fun I must say. I'm just dying to see what this lovely headlight can do. It would certainly be much more convenient being there the night before rather than riding there at 5:30am that's for sure. I'm actually thinking about leaving around 6ish or even waiting fer ya and all 3 of us goto Frosty's. Unless of course you're wanting to go fast ;).

What do you reckon?Will depend on the horses. I will know when I put the last hoof down.

[FROSTY]

well guys theres room in my lounge room friday night.

[Riff Raff]

How far south are you?We could meet here,or maybe at my work in manukau.(the autobahn's too far south for us...)

I'm in Papakura, so Manukau would work for me. Otherwise we could all meet up at the Caltex / Burger King on the Mt Wellington Highway - the other side of the motorway from Pacific Rise. There would be plenty of space for all the bikes to group and then we could all ride to BMW together.

[Bleck K6]

Friday will be a night ride for me as I will not be finnished and home until 8pm:o Thats why I'm tossing -up re: Fri Night verses V.early Sat
I will be keen to ride down sat mornin,Then I will do the ride back up In the arvo.

[Two Smoker]

Sorry guys, looks like i can't make the ride.... Picking up the gixxer from Wellytown, but will try and make some of the ride.... otherwise i will see you guys at Parakai.... Most likely on the new bike :shifty:

[Devil]

Bah, I would have liked to at least come on the toy run but alas, I have a champagne breakfast in the morning, then we're moving house for the rest of the day (heh, thats going to be fun).

[Zapf]

Yea Aff-man,

I am coming in from the East, either we or all KB'ers can meet at the "Big fresh that is now converted to Countdown I think.

Anyone keen to meet there 1st before cruising to BMW at 9:30?

[Antallica]

Sorry guys, looks like i can't make the ride.... Picking up the gixxer from Wellytown, but will try and make some of the ride.... otherwise i will see you guys at Parakai.... Most likely on the new bike :shifty:
Shit mate she's gonna be a fine beast.

Enjoy, and get your ass to the BBQ so I can have a look/take pics.

[Two Smoker]

Will do, have already planned some detours (Whangamata to see KK and Cambridge to see Ktulu) but will definately be at the BBQ.....

[Riff Raff]

Yea Aff-man,

I am coming in from the East, either we or all KB'ers can meet at the "Big fresh that is now converted to Countdown I think.

Anyone keen to meet there 1st before cruising to BMW at 9:30?
Big Fresh is a shit of a place to get out of - crossing 3 lanes of traffic to get across the road. I suggested Caltex in an earlier post which will be a lot easier to get in and out of. It's about 500m (if that) away from the motorway interchange on the right hand side.

[aff-man]

meh i'm easy either way. Hey zapf you wanna meet at countdown highland park and you can show me where to go from there??

[Motu]

The XLV750 is coming out for possibly my last ride on it,sat afternoon,and I will be going north.I'll try to get to Westgate by miday,but will be doing my own ride - if any want to see some different roads and better sights you are wellcome to tag along,I don't go fast...but the roads may not be to your liking (gravel).Shelly Beach is in the mix,so I might end up at the party for a look in.We're going to check out a few places we used to go to when we first met,just for old times sake y'know...could be a few tears shed,not to mention a few knobs spat off the rear tyre....

[FROSTY]

so at this late stage we don't have a huge number turning up ghmmm

[aff-man]

so at this late stage we don't have a huge number turning up ghmmm

i yam i yam hahahahahahhohohohohohehehehehehe. If it's really wet do we have something to do to fill in the time between toy run and parakai??????

i.e. not going on a ride in the pissing rain???

[Two Smoker]

According to the poll there should be at least 27?
I havnt voted in the poll, but i will be at the BBQ, just not the ride :(

[crashe]

Frosty....what time is the westies meeting up at... to be out at Mt Wellington well before the 9.30am start. :banana:
Also where are the westies meeting at? addy required or place to meet on the motorway as the westies are spread around. :wavey:

[Wonko]

Will be there if Bettie is back on the road

[Zapf]

meh i'm easy either way. Hey zapf you wanna meet at countdown highland park and you can show me where to go from there??

Yea, meet there at 9:00am? Top or bottom car park?

[aff-man]

Yea, meet there at 9:00am? Top or bottom car park?

Bottom .... that way we can make some noise before leaving hahahahaha


p.s. if you going to the jaffa meet you gonna meet me at countdown or an i gonna stand around in my leathers showing the bulge???? :doh:

[DEATH_INC.]

I'm in Papakura, so Manukau would work for me. Otherwise we could all meet up at the Caltex / Burger King on the Mt Wellington Highway - the other side of the motorway from Pacific Rise. There would be plenty of space for all the bikes to group and then we could all ride to BMW together.
This isn't a bad idea,all the kb groups could meet here(the caltex) at about 9.15,then hoon(oops i mean ride :whistle: ) over to bmw at 9.30....
Any southies wanna meet up for the ride in to mt welly?
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[Holy Roller]

This isn't a bad idea,all the kb groups could meet here(the caltex) at about 9.15,then hoon(oops i mean ride :whistle: ) over to bmw at 9.30....
Any southies wanna meet up for the ride in to mt welly?
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HR Jnr and myself will be staying in Papatoetoe Friday night in fact Jnr is already there staying at his mates place. We will be there around 9am its been a while since I took that off ramp I'm sure I'll see the Caltex sign I'm guessing its on the Mt Wellington side of the motorway.

[RiderInBlack]

Frosty....what time is the westies meeting up at... to be out at Mt Wellington well before the 9.30am start. :banana:
Also where are the westies meeting at? addy required or place to meet on the motorway as the westies are spread around. :wavey:Personally I'd prefer Westgate. I should be there by 9am from Whangarei. Ant, Tiller & anyone going Sat from WHG, I suggest meeting 6:30-6:45am @ The Otaika Shopping Centre. Anyone going from Wellsford Caltex, I should be there 7:45-8am. Fridays looking flat-out for horses so I've decided to ride down Sat Morning

[Riff Raff]

We will be there around 9am its been a while since I took that off ramp I'm sure I'll see the Caltex sign I'm guessing its on the Mt Wellington side of the motorway.

You guessed correctly. See you there. :spudwave:

[crashe]

Westgate and Massey are back tracking for me...

How about I wait under the Te Atatu off ramp bridge... at say 8.45am and as you are coming up toot and wave and then give me enough time to get going.... and join ya's. Then we all get there with plenty of time to spare, and to buy a badge and chat etc.

Any other westie's wanna join me under the bridge? There is plenty of room under there.

[crashe]

What is the Official start time of the ride ?

[Holy Roller]

and to buy a badge and chat etc.

Is this a badge run if so how much?

[crashe]

Most badges cost $10 but the odd badge has been $6

[Bleck K6]

Personally I'd prefer Westgate. I should be there by 9am from Whangarei. Ant, Tiller & anyone going Sat from WHG, I suggest meeting 6:30-6:45am @ The Otaika Shopping Centre. Anyone going from Wellsford Caltex, I should be there 7:45-8am. Fridays looking flat-out for horses so I've decided to ride down Sat Morning
How about meeting at the GULL service station at that time so we can grab some fuel.

[aff-man]

Ok if we is meeting BK at 9 then all EAST SIDERS (yes you zapf) meet at countdown at say 8:35 looking to leaving 8:45 sharp. We can get coffee at bk (yuck i know) at 9 or so.

Speedmedic is this meeting all the KB peoples and the BK just down the road from the beemer place??

[FROSTY]

Guys yep Im keen on the 9.00 meet up at BK
LOL BK FOR KBERS--yea yea ok well it looks funny
For those that dont know-those from west or the shore from the motorway off ramp turn LEFT 400m on the right is BK. South siders turn right and its another 100m.

[RiderInBlack]

Guys yep Im keen on the 9.00 meet up at BK
Well i'm not, that means leaving here at 6am if we are going to wait for you westies. Tiller, Ant, best we meet at Gull 6:30am and go straight via SH1 to BK to meet the KB'ers (should be able to make 9am that way)

[Antallica]

We'll be there before 0630.

w00t!

[FROSTY]

Just in case there3s any confusion guys n gals -could a couple of ya wear your KB shirts --Look out for Baby Bikie -The 1.0m tall one with a bright yellow shoei helmet. Ill be on my gsx1100g for those that know me.

[dveus]

Well I can't make the BMW run in the morning, bloody work. Is the plan still to meet at 12 at the shell end of the motorway?? If so I will see you then.

[Jess]

yayy!!! *boing boing* one more sleep and we can go already!!!!!!! *boing boing boing* :D

[crashe]

Frosty - What time are you leaving Massey?
:ride:
So I can be under the Te Atatu off ramp bridge earlier than 8.45am to join up with you all.

I can be there any time.... :scooter:
Cheers.

[Joni]

Theres no way I wont be late - Saturday has turned to custard for me.... :angry2:
See everyone muuuuch later! :wacko:

[Yokai]

Bike in shop now too! :angry2: Damn Clutch. Grrrrr..... Maybe I will see you if I show up in my cage to the party ... :spudwhat:

[RiderInBlack]

Well Potatoe Salad Made, Toy Brought, Bed Booked. Need to pick up some :apint: (will do that after the ride). Have the bike to pack. Hope I sleep well tonight as I'll be on the road from 6am. Will be @ Gull Whangarei before 6:30am and will leave for AK by that time. Anyone arriving atfer 6:30 @ Gull better start looking for Ant, Jess and I on the way to AK (will not be hooning so you should catch us well before Wellsford).
Might be able to meet the East Siders @ countdown at 8:35. Will figure that out as soon as I check the map.

Is anyone bringing a CD/MP3 player?

[Bleck K6]

Well Potatoe Salad Made, Toy Brought, Bed Booked. Need to pick up some :apint: (will do that after the ride). Have the bike to pack. Hope I sleep well tonight as I'll be on the road from 6am. Will be @ Gull Whangarei before 6:30am and will leave for AK by that time. Anyone arriving atfer 6:30 @ Gull better start looking for Ant, Jess and I on the way to AK (will not be hooning so you should catch us well before Wellsford).
Might be able to meet the East Siders @ countdown at 8:35. Will figure that out as soon as I check the map.

Is anyone bringing a CD/MP3 player?
OK will see you there,I will be at the gull at about 6:20,I might give you a call 2night,Ive got your cell number.

[toads]

can someone please tell this hillbilly where parakai is, we have got as far as hamilton today and will going up to auckland tomorrow, and hope to make it for the get together if it's in auckalnd,

[DEATH_INC.]

just northwest of helensville....

[crashe]

can someone please tell this hillbilly where parakai is, we have got as far as hamilton today and will going up to auckland tomorrow, and hope to make it for the get together if it's in auckalnd,

After dropping off the bike in Glen Eden..... get back on the nor-western motorway.... and head north.... you are heading to "Helensville" so look for signs that say Helensville. Parakai is up there.... just as you get to the big intersection there is a sign which says Parakai. :spudbooge

[RiderInBlack]

can someone please tell this hillbilly where parakai is, we have got as far as hamilton today and will going up to auckland tomorrow, and hope to make it for the get together if it's in auckalnd,Take the NorthWest Auckland Motorway to Massey/Helensville at spaggetti junction (leftish signed to Helensville not rightish to the harbour bridge, which is signed to Whangarei).
At Westgate/Massey follow the signs to Helensville.
At the big Helensville roundabout take the straightahead/leftish road signed Parakai/Southhead (not the right hand to Helensville). Parakai is not that far from that roundabout.

[DEATH_INC.]

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[toads]

After dropping off the bike in Glen Eden..... get back on the nor-western motorway.... and head north.... you are heading to "Helensville" so look for signs that say Helensville. Parakai is up there.... just as you get to the big intersection there is a sign which says Parakai. :spudbooge

cool nice to meet ya crashe, we will be leaving the trailer at kelly's place while we take the kids to rainbows end, then will pick it back up on the way out to parakai, this is all if everything goes according to plan, we have no experience with auckland traffic, so if it's too stressful we won't bother, but with luck we might get to catch up with a few of yas tomorrow night anyway

[crashe]

cool nice to meet ya crashe, we will be leaving the trailer at kelly's place while we take the kids to rainbows end, then will pick it back up on the way out to parakai, this is all if everything goes according to plan, we have no experience with auckland traffic, so if it's too stressful we won't bother, but with luck we might get to catch up with a few of yas tomorrow night anyway

Gee a bit of backtracking for you all... remember the bike run will be happening on the southern motorway at 10am and the motorway will be shut to all cars etc at that time. Once the bikes are gone throu they will open up the motorway again...

As you come down the southern motorway you will spot the Manuakau exit which is where Rainbows end is....

Leave the trailer on Kelly's lawn right up by the house.... Kelly's lad will be there to move her car to get the bike in...
then you have to head all the way back south to rainbows end.... its a neat place to go to for the kids... just make sure that you have an auckland map to help you get back to the motorway.

Once you pick up the trailer again from Kels place... and once you find your way back to the motorway head north as directions above. :scooter:

[crashe]

What time you leaving Massey to hit the motorway....?

Would be good to join in and ride with you all...

Just need a time so that I can be at the Te Atatu off ramp under the bridge....to join up.... :ride: :scooter:

Hope you read this soon to answer it....

[erik]

I'm definately not coming on the ride, but I'm still coming to the party. But I'm working tomorrow and not sure if I'll make it to parakai by 5pm, or if I'll be a bit later (like maybe 6 or 7pm I am guessing).
I hope this isn't going to cause a problem.

[Two Smoker]

Ok everyone, now that im working :angry2: i have a bit of time spare..... so i will meet you guys at Shell Westgate for a short ride, before coming back to Aucks for work, then pick up the gixxer from my old man, then make my way upto Parakai.....

Hopefully thats what will happen......

[FROSTY]

What time you leaving Massey to hit the motorway....?

Would be good to join in and ride with you all...

Just need a time so that I can be at the Te Atatu off ramp under the bridge....to join up.... :ride: :scooter:

Hope you read this soon to answer it....
Dude gimme a call --at this stage we're all just gonna meet up at BK at 9am

[crashe]

Dude gimme a call --at this stage we're all just gonna meet up at BK at 9am

Ok I will be hitting the road just before 8.30am.... so you may then see me on the road... look for the white helmet with AA sticker and rainbow sticker on the back of the helmet.

[crashe]

Hey it was nice to meet ya all today...... :cool2:

Just have to dry all my gear now....

[FROSTY]

good on all those that braved the rain and enjoyed a great evening
there aint nothing like a hot swim after a cold wet ride

[erik]

well, I didn't brave the rain (came in mum's cage, the bike hasn't got a WOF), and didn't go for a swim, but it was good to see some familiar faces and meet new people :)

[Yamahamaman]

good on all those that braved the rain and enjoyed a great evening
there aint nothing like a hot swim after a cold wet ride
Had rain all week commuting, thought I'd have a day off and so I stayed out of it.

[SpankMe]

After event report & images (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=6970)