Newbies' Overnighter. Kawhia 29-30 March.

[tri boy]

Heres the plan guys n gals.Date Change To 29-30 March
Head to Kawhia from east/sth/nth.
Taking roads that suit your skill levels, and bikes ability. Con a few old hands to be your wingmen. Kick back at a comfy bach after a BBQ and drinkies.
Wake up to a brekky organised by the old fulla's. And cruise home Sunday on a different road.
Whadayareckon?

Will post a calender thread if a bit of interest is shown.
Work of $20 per person for food/accom. Bach will sleep about 7 inside. Room for 2-3 2man tents. Shower/Washing/shithouse etc all sweet.
Looking for at least 4-6 250cc newby's to front up.

Bach is about 5km out of Kawhia, (supplies easily available there or Oparau store up the road).
Heaps of short/long gravel roads nearby to enjoy.

[dino3310]

TRI BOY TOURS up and running:scooter:

[xwhatsit]

Looking for at least 4-6 250cc newby's to front up.

Fronting up!

Hopefully. Work/family/girl/life may conspire against me, but this sounds like heaps of fun :niceone:

Thanks Tri Boy :)

[deanohit]

Yep, you know I'm always keen as for a trip like this mate. Will try and work out where Kawhia is on the map, but will most likely be there on the rattle and clank.

[xwhatsit]

It's a bit further south of Raglan, innit? Kewl, that'll mean I get to take SH22 down on the way.

[tri boy]

It's a bit further south of Raglan, innit? Kewl, that'll mean I get to take SH22 down on the way.

Better still, from Port Waikato, travel down :Pt Waikato Rd, Te Akau Rd, into Kauri Flat, out to hwy22 on Mangiti Rd, and into Raglan. Or turn towards Te Mata/Bridal Veil, and take Te Papatapu, and old Raglan Rd to Kawhia.
80% gravel and in pretty good nick.
Crisis Mangament, Bass, Windboy, and Dave probably know this route well.

Hwy22 into Raglan, and around the coast is another option.
"Kiwi Maps--Waikato", (about $10) will give you a good overview, or the M/cycle atlas(with less detail).:niceone:

[007XX]

Better still, from Port Waikato, travel down :Pt Waikato Rd, Te Akau Rd, into Kauri Flat, out to hwy22 on Mangiti Rd, and into Raglan. Or turn towards Te Mata/Bridal Veil, and take Te Papatapu, and old Raglan Rd to Kawhia.
80% gravel and in pretty good nick.
Crisis Mangament, Bass, Windboy, and Dave probably know this route well.

Hwy22 into Raglan, and around the coast is another option.
"Kiwi Maps--Waikato", (about $10) will give you a good overview, or the M/cycle atlas(with less detail).:niceone:

Don't forget to mention it has the advantage of being a hot water beach :2thumbsup

Awesome relaxing in that :2thumbsup

[tri boy]

A really bad map, but the pink line shows from the end of 22, out to Te Mata, and The Old Raglan Rd to Kawhia.

Raglan is at the top, and Kawhia at the bottom.

Hot water beach it is. I think we can russel up a couple of shovels for those who wish to drink plonk in a personalised tub, while watching the sunset.
Calender link is up and ready.

[Crisis management]

Hang on, some of those roads are sealed, that'll never catch on!

Best maps I have found, which include road state and names, are the AA maps available from their offices at $3.95.
They are, however, not waterproof and turn to mush in ones pocket...a bit hard to read after that!

[Rosie]

The Sherpa and I will be there :scooter:

[tri boy]

The Sherpa and I will be there :scooter:

Cool, Clints on Kitchen/BBQ duties, I'm on booze allocation, and monitoring and I'm sure there are a few kitchen hands available.
Link rd crossing maybe? Got some nice route ideas for the eastern contingent.:msn-wink:

Link Rd, hwy30 to Kopaki, Kopaki rd to hwy4, short blast up 4 to Tikitiki rd onto hwy3, into Pio Pio for fuel. Up through Mairoa to Waipuna rd, across Te Anga rd onto Hauturu rd, and then Harbour rd around the top of Kawhia harbour, and onto hwy31 to the bach. Nice:2thumbsup

[tri boy]

Another shocking map, but it will give Clint an idea.:sunny:

Tikitiki,Waipuna, and Hauturu would be a scenic run. Gravel on Waipuna should be have well defined wheel tracks by then.(heavy layer at the time of the WWW run).

[tri boy]

Eeeek. I've lost a map to cyber space. (dons space suit, and dives out there).

[tri boy]

And the final one is a suggested route for those sth of the border. (Naki and further). The waitewhena rd is the one that wasn't ridden on the WWW ride. Follows the bottom of the valley. Meet point could be PioPio.

Ohura can be easily accessed from Forgotten hwy if coming from Stratford, or Tauramanui end.

[deanohit]

Righto, I've found Kawhia on the map, I'm in with a grin!

I'll bring my camp stretcher, that deck looks just the place to park up for the night.

[Bass]

Would have liked to join you lot and even play pack mule for the littlies. However, we have tickets for the Mission concert that weekend.

Yeah I know, but we bought them before they traded Tom Jones for John Mellenkamp and Jimmie Barnes for Elvis Costello. I reckon I've got grounds for a complaint to the Commerce Commission.

Hopefully a Triumphant weekend rather than a Zuki one.

[tri boy]

Date change. Date change.!!!

Sorry bout this guys, but I double booked my weekend.:crazy:

That is the weekend of the Triumph National Rally near Rotorua, and since I'm a member of the TOMCC Hamilton, its best I front up and help out.
I've missed so many of their meetings the last six mths that I will get my balls chopped off if I fail to attend.
Hope the new date of 29-30/ March is suitable to most.
Humble apologies.:whistle:

[chasio]

Hang on, some of those roads are sealed, that'll never catch on!

Best maps I have found, which include road state and names, are the AA maps available from their offices at $3.95.
They are, however, not waterproof and turn to mush in ones pocket...a bit hard to read after that!

Those little $3.95 maps are free if you're an AA member (or know someone who is :yes:). They just need to swipe your membership card and you're good to go.

Chasio

PS I'm lurking in your forum 'cause this stuff looks like fun :2thumbsup

[clint640]

No worries on the new date here. As long as the troops make sure that there are adequate beer & red wine supplies for the chef I'm sure I can handle the BBQ operation :niceone:

Cheers
Clint

[Bass]

Might be able to make that weekend and help spread the load.
The suspension mods should be complete by then too so Crisis Mismanagement could get that thrash that he was looking for.

[offrd]

I could be pretty keen if there is any room left somewhere :shifty:

Lets see what we can put in the bags to replace the stuff i never needed last trip.... Beer, beer and mmm beer!

:blip:

If all spots are taken then thats cool tho

[tri boy]

Everyone is welcome. :cool:
I would suggest clicking on the calender thread/date and registering peoples attendance interest though.
People can always deregister, but it just helps to know who is interested at the time so others can organise ride outs together etc.
We can sort out rooms later on, (hell, Kanny will probably kick out into a tent anyhow):baby:
Some of the Waikato Road bike guys may even come out on the seal and stay the night.

[owner]

watch out for the natives

[deanohit]

I could be pretty keen if there is any room left somewhere :shifty:
If all spots are taken then thats cool tho

Bound to be some where to lay a sleeping bag out mate.

[offrd]

Everyone is welcome. :cool:
I would suggest clicking on the calender thread/date and registering peoples attendance interest though..


Is it just my brail is not very good or has someone taken the link for the calender?????? I cant seem to see it!

:beer:

[tri boy]

Click on the 29th of March in the calender.
I'm waiting on a mod to change the date at the thread name.
:niceone:

[Rosie]

We have found a supplier of 1.5L bottles of Sicilian red wine. Advanced postgraduate research has shown that these will fit into the bottle holders on the back of Clint's panniers. :shifty:

[tri boy]

Thats one of the more worthwhile bits of postgrad research I've heard of for a long time.:yes:
Once i get through this weekends Raggamuffin Reggae Fest:wari:, the sth island passes ride:scooter:, and the Triumph National Rally:drinknsin, I will be ready for a well deserved "kick back n relax" session. (except I think I'm supposed to be barman, and breakfast cook), sheesh, no rest for the wicked:sunny:

[marks]

watch out for the natives

cool avatar

[Crisis management]

Methinks I can make this new date....ongoing negotiations, but I should know in a couple of weeks!

[ynot slow]

Thats one of the more worthwhile bits of postgrad research I've heard of for a long time.:yes:
Once i get through this weekends Raggamuffin Reggae Fest:wari:, the sth island passes ride:scooter:, and the Triumph National Rally:drinknsin, I will be ready for a well deserved "kick back n relax" session. (except I think I'm supposed to be barman, and breakfast cook), sheesh, no rest for the wicked:sunny:

Off topic sorry,but if ya need a rest stop coming home your welcome,or a graze and drink,charge them batteries for forgotten highway route home.

[tri boy]

Thanks for the offer.:sunny:

[tri boy]

Bump. 10chars.

[agricon]

Hi i have been reading about your plans to get together with like minded adventure riders on the 29th-30th March. I live in the Waikato and was wondering if you had room for a newbie? :-)

[tri boy]

Hi agricon.
Yep, your more than welcome to attend the get together.:niceone:
kanny and myself will start to finalise details after this weekend, so others can get there ride routes sorted.
If you can, please put your user name under the event in the calender thread.
Click on the calender, and the date in March. The event will show, then click on the attendance. (you can always "unattend".:msn-wink:

[deanohit]

kanny and myself will start to finalise details after this weekend, so others can get there ride routes sorted.
Can either of you two let me know when you'll be leaving Hamilton? Keen to meet up and ride with you guys again. :ride:

[marks]

Hi i have been reading about your plans to get together with like minded adventure riders on the 29th-30th March. I live in the Waikato and was wondering if you had room for a newbie? :-)


you are only allowed to come if you tell us about your 660R

[tri boy]

Can either of you two let me know when you'll be leaving Hamilton? Keen to meet up and ride with you guys again. :ride:

Will do.
And to save any confusion, I'll be the one with the "Woman Biker" camelbak.:whistle:

(private joke you lot).

[deanohit]

Will do.
And to save any confusion, I'll be the one with the "Woman Biker" camelbak.:whistle:

(private joke you lot).
Well, I wasn't going to mention it on here, but a certain Volty rider has been spreading the word while you were gone. :niceone: :lol:

[offrd]

you are only allowed to come if you tell us about your 660R

Will you be joining us on the poodle marks?

[agricon]

A picture paints...................can't remember the rest but here's a picture anyway:-)

[deanohit]

A picture paints...................can't remember the rest but here's a picture anyway:-)

WOAH!!!!! Love the orange! :drool:

[offrd]

A picture paints...................can't remember the rest but here's a picture anyway:-)

Yupp that a nice ride alright! :scooter:

[tri boy]

Thats purdy.:love:
Youv'e just earned the right to kick deanohit off the veranda.:laugh:

[deanohit]

Thats purdy.:love:
Youv'e just earned the right to kick deanohit off the veranda.:laugh:

As long as I can sleep next to that hot orange bike! :love:

[marks]

A picture paints...................can't remember the rest but here's a picture anyway:-)

all right
you can come
looks much nicer in orange than in blue

[twotyred]

A picture paints...................can't remember the rest but here's a picture anyway:-)

very nice although it looks like it might have an identity crisis?:dodge:

[Crisis management]

very nice although it looks like it might have an identity crisis?:dodge:

Know what you mean, thats ok, I'll check if there are any parts that will fit the Katoom........

How many bodies do we have for this so far, looks like it could be quite a party! Which reminds me, I must check my availablity with the high command (scurries off dragging a bag of brownie points.....)

[EJK]

Heres the plan guys n gals.Date Change To 29-30 March
.......

Hmmmmmmmmmmmmm......

[Rosie]

Hmmmmmmmmmmmmm......

Hmmmmm...?
This isn't mysteriously related to your suddenly wanting to sell the FXR is it?
Come over to the dark side. We have cookies. (actually, we don't, but we do have large amounts of beer, red wine and bbq'd food :D)

[EJK]

Hey don't spoil it! :lol:

Nah, I can't join you guys on this one. But I really want to :D

Next time :)

[young1]

Poos and wees!! I can't make that weekend sorry Brent (I am flying out on that Saturday night for a month overseas) now if it was one week earlier.....

[marks]

Will you be joining us on the poodle marks?

If I can - depends on accumulating enough brownie points.

[agricon]

Will do.
And to save any confusion, I'll be the one with the "Woman Biker" camelbak.:whistle:

(private joke you lot).

Which way were you thinking of heading Raglan or down SH39 to Kawhia? I would enjoy the ride out with you guys if you have no objections?

[tri boy]

Final route is unconfirmed at my end. Possibly the old Raglan road that comes out about 5km from the Kawhia, (this might have a few nthern riders joining), or a run out there via Pirongia West Rd/ Okupata Rd.
Either way, it's not a challenging ride, and with new riders and slow Scramblers, it's sure no desert race.:laugh:
Will start to herd the chickens that make up KB adv crew next week. :niceone:

[Rosie]

now if it was one week earlier.....

Are you volunteering to organise an easter ride? :D

[young1]

Are you volunteering to organise an easter ride? :D

if any one wants to come to the Naki at Easter, I have a big house so welcome to stay here, i am sure we could find some good riding!

Maybe head out finding all the back country tunnels, let me know if anyone is interested

[cooneyr]

If any of those going on this ride have a GPS please take it with you and save a track file of the route. Please send it to me afterwards for this web site www.advroutes.org.nz. Email is advroutes@gmail.com. :niceone:

Cheers R

[deanohit]

If any of those going on this ride have a GPS please take it with you and save a track file of the route. Please send it to me afterwards for this web site www.advroutes.org.nz. Email is advroutes@gmail.com. :niceone:

Cheers R
If some one else has a GPS, would pay to use it instead of my ancient one, but if not we can use mine as a last resort. :niceone:

[Qkchk]

Got any room for a couple of Newbies on some Dr650's?

[tri boy]

Got any room for a couple of Newbies on some Dr650's?

Thats will be fine Dawn.:yes:
On a side note people, I'll need to know of those who wil be "Tenting" it.
And those who will need Bach accom.(either one of the two single beds, or the double bed). There's room for matresses on the floor. (we can supply three, 1 double, 2 single). Also room on the Veranda for two people to roll out a swag, or maybe sling a hammock. There's room for 3 Two Man tents on the lawn out front.
So, over the week, can people registar attendance on the Calender thread, and post a message about your accom method.
Cheers,
PS, If any body plans to come down for Fri night also, please PM me.

[Qkkid]

Thats will be fine Dawn.:yes:
On a side note people, I'll need to know of those who wil be "Tenting" it.
And those who will need Bach accom.(either one of the two single beds, or the double bed). There's room for matresses on the floor. (we can supply three, 1 double, 2 single). Also room on the Veranda for two people to roll out a swag, or maybe sling a hammock. There's room for 3 Two Man tents on the lawn out front.
So, over the week, can people registar attendance on the Calender thread, and post a message about your accom method.
Cheers,
PS, If any body plans to come down for Fri night also, please PM me.

Me and Dawn will take the double if its still free matey:cool:

[deanohit]

Bags one spot on the deck! :woohoo:

[offrd]

I will bring tent! Since i now have one!

:scooter:

[tri boy]

Deano, yours is easy.:2thumbsup
The Qkies need to flip a coin with Clint n Rosie for the Double at this stage.:girlfight: This could get interesting.:lol:
Either way, every one will have space. Pillows we should be able to supply, but I suggest everyone packs a sleeping bag, as I'm no ones laundry bitch.:laugh:

Route times, leaving/arrival details will get worked through early this week. Actual Bach address will be PMed to only those who are registered on the Calender.

[deanohit]

Deano, yours is easy.:2thumbsup
Sweet, love the sunsets! :sunny:

The Qkies need to flip a coin with Clint n Rosie for the Double at this stage.:girlfight: This could get interesting.:lol:
Well, if they're so quick they won't need it long. :buggerd:

:laugh:

[Qkchk]

The Qkies need to flip a coin with Clint n Rosie for the Double at this stage.:girlfight: This could get interesting.:lol:


Wasnt aware someone had already stacked their claim on the double - Hey Im sure we can sleep single if need be or even bring a tent............ whatever suits..

[clint640]

Deano, yours is easy.:2thumbsup
The Qkies need to flip a coin with Clint n Rosie for the Double at this stage.:girlfight: This could get interesting.:lol:
.

No worries, the double mattress on the floor will be fine for us :sleep::sleep:

Cheers
Clint

[Qkchk]

No worries, the double mattress on the floor will be fine for us :sleep::sleep:

Cheers
Clint

Are you sure about that? Dont want to barge on in and take someone's claim........

If there are x2 double beds I'll be just happy to have a mattress even if its on the floor! :lol:

Maybe a drinking game could sort this out? :rofl:

[Zukin]

Hi all

I have pencilled in for this :)

If there is a single bed left can I have it?
It depends how Carissa is (she has been really sick) so I will let you know when I can

Cheers Scott

[clint640]

Are you sure about that? Dont want to barge on in and take someone's claim........

Maybe a drinking game could sort this out? :rofl:

You got the first claim in, no problems there :first:

...but that doesn't mean we can't have some drinking games anyway :niceone:

Clint

[Qkchk]

You got the first claim in, no problems there :first:

...but that doesn't mean we can't have some drinking games anyway :niceone:

Clint

I like your way of thinking..........:rockon:

[tri boy]

Lets see, oh right, I need to start herding the chickens.
I have a cunning plan, for those travelling down from Akld, (xer,qkies etc), could you guys possibly choose a spot where you could meet on Sat morning for the ride down. The route I would suggest, is to travel down the coast rd to Raglan, where either some, if not all of the rest could meet up with you at a cafe in Raglan township.
From there one of Waikato crew will guide you to Kawhia on a fairly light ride (remembering that xer is on a RS250).
Clint, offrd, and zukin may wish to meet up with us in Raglan, or alternatively plot a different course into Kawhia.
Early days yet I know, but kicking some routes around will inspire the newer riders. (I hope some can make sense of my earlier maps).
Deanohit plans to stay at chez tri boys fri night to split the ride up on the mighty Zongshen.
So the Hamilton crew looks like tri boy, Kanny, Deanohit agricon,
eastern crew of Clint, Rosie, Offrd, Zukin
Akld crew of Qkies,xer,and hopefully I can convince Crisis or windboy to guide the pack. As you were.:sunny:
Hope I havn't forgotten anyone. Apologies if I have.

[offrd]

Sounds like a plan! :woohoo:

Perhaps Putaruru for eastern group to meet up??? Over Arapuni dam and then... follow someones GPS.... :confused:
:laugh:

[clint640]

Sounds like a plan! :woohoo:

Perhaps Putaruru for eastern group to meet up??? Over Arapuni dam and then... follow someones GPS.... :confused:
:laugh:

Could be a good plan, I'll consult the topomap & see what lies between Putaruru & Kawhia.:niceone:

Cheers
Clint

[deanohit]

I have a cunning plan,
Sounds like a good plan to me mate, :headbang: Bring it on!

[xwhatsit]

Groovy! Hope I can keep the über-thumpers in sight on the way down, lol.

I'll bring a sleeping bag and kip down on the deck, yeah?

[Qkchk]

I would say the Auckland crew can meet up at the Papakura Autobarn (the big BP/McDonalds on the mayway before Drury offramp)

What time are we meeting up in Raglan? Roughly how long does it take to get there? (Never been down there)

[Bass]

Brent,
I'd like to come along - I need as much time on the bike as I can get between now and Oz - but I just don't know yet. If I do show up, I will bring the tent.
For those from Aucks planning to head down; getting to Kawhia in a day is a pretty relaxed run. I recommend heading for the coast via Onewhero because there are at least 3 shingle routes to the water from there, whereas there's only one if you go straight out to Port Waikato and the scenery is mundane by comparason.
Dropped the Ohlins stuff into the DR Wednesday night and hoping to spend this weekend learning about sand on some remote part of Bayleys Beach.

[tri boy]

If you can make it Bass, cool.
Maybe you could guide the Qkies etc down, (and talk Crisis into showing also):argue:

[agricon]

Thats will be fine Dawn.:yes:
On a side note people, I'll need to know of those who wil be "Tenting" it.
And those who will need Bach accom.(either one of the two single beds, or the double bed). There's room for matresses on the floor. (we can supply three, 1 double, 2 single). Also room on the Veranda for two people to roll out a swag, or maybe sling a hammock. There's room for 3 Two Man tents on the lawn out front.
So, over the week, can people registar attendance on the Calender thread, and post a message about your accom method.
Cheers,
PS, If any body plans to come down for Fri night also, please PM me.

Hi Tri boy
I've tried to work out what room/matresses/beds you have left in the bach but in the end thought it maybe easier to ask for an update on whether there is any room left or do i need a tent!
Cheers

[tri boy]

So, at this stage, the sleeping arrangements are as follows:
Double Bed.--The Qkies.

Double Mattress.--Clint n Rosie,

Single Bed.--Zukin

Single Bed.--Bass.

Single Mattress.--Deano

Single Mattress.--Xer

Tri boy/Kanny.--Tenting it. (i fart loud n often).

offrd.--Tent

agricon.--Mattress/Swag or something.(will make something work):niceone:

There are couch cushions,I've got a new swag mattress, and if need be, I'll rent a big Wahine for those who need comfort. Rest assured, there will be something comfy for all.
I'm sure it will all be just like the "Waltons".

Night Granpa.:zzzz:

Scrounged around my big sisters house, and found another two mint single mattresses. Beds for Africa I tells ya.

[Bass]

If you can make it Bass, cool.
Maybe you could guide the Qkies etc down, (and talk Crisis into showing also):argue:

Happy to play guide if I get to go.
Crisis won't be a problem once he finds out that we didn't go north last weekend - we went down through Waikaremoana again and then back up to the North east - real back blocks stuff and 1000 km for the weekend. (Google Papuni Road). The purpose was to sort out the new suspenders. Really transformed the bike - absolute joy to ride now. Crisis will be all over it like a rash, when he finds out.

[Crisis management]

Crisis will be all over it like a rash, when he finds out.

Bastard.

Looks ok for me coming now, althought I may only be able to do the saturday, I'll know nearer the time and will bring a tent if staying over.

Might be worth considering some A & B routes on the way down to suit the variety of bikes / rider abilities, or maybe that's a silly idea & too complicated. I'm sure we can arque about on the day.

So, Ohlins are good are they! Sounds like a good ride, I'd love to do some of that....maybe on the way to CCA?

[tri boy]

Might be worth considering some A & B routes on the way down to suit the variety of bikes / rider abilities, or maybe that's a silly idea

Not silly at all mate. (was thinking along the same lines the other night).
Maybe from Akld, either hwy22 and limestone downs/coast rds are an option.
And from Raglan, either around the coast ,(quite rough for xer's RS), and the other option, seal to Te Mata, and then people can choose between the "slip n creek of death", or Te Papatapu/ Old Raglan Rd, (seal, n reasonable gravel).
The routes can be decided over a coffee in Raglan.
If the nthern crew can get to Raglan by 12.30, coffee food-1.30, leaves 4-5hrs to gentlely cruise to the bach.

There are varying levels of skill an bikes, and this sure isn't going to be a heartbreaker of a ride. All about scenery, fun, and socialising.:msn-wink:

[Qkchk]

Happy to play guide if I get to go.

Hey if you can make it, great! I would have a clue about the roads down there but I will have the zumo, so not all is lost is it? ;)


Bastard.

Looks ok for me coming now, althought I may only be able to do the saturday, I'll know nearer the time and will bring a tent if staying over.

Might be worth considering some A & B routes on the way down to suit the variety of bikes / rider abilities, or maybe that's a silly idea & too complicated. I'm sure we can arque about on the day.

Be gentle with me..........I can ride gravel but probably not at light speed like the rest of ya...

As you say, lets argue on the day! :argue:

[deanohit]

Be gentle with me..........I can ride gravel but probably not at light speed like the rest of ya...

As you say, lets argue on the day! :argue:
Don't worry, from the looks of thing theres others in the same boat as you skill wise, let them piss off out in front! Just have fun! :woohoo:

[tri boy]

I'll be riding on 75% worn trail wings, (trying to use up old tyres), so Fatty th Trumpy will be wallowing, sledging and generally dancing like a drunk sumo's girlfriend. (whats new i hear you say:lol:).

[Crisis management]

If the nthern crew can get to Raglan by 12.30, coffee food-1.30, leaves 4-5hrs to gentlely cruise to the bach.


Sounds very civilised, aren't we allowed to meet at the pub?

The important bit is that everyone enjoys themselves and we get photos of all the embarrasing bits....... :clap:

Qkchk, It will be an easy ride to suit all skill levels and I somehow suspect you won't be the slowest....thats usually my role!

[tri boy]

The pub does great vegetarian Nacho's.:love:
And a cool ale in the afternoon may be just the ticket to kick off the evening session.:drinkup:

[Bass]

Bastard.

How did you find out? I thought I'd kept that real quiet



So, Ohlins are good are they! Sounds like a good ride, I'd love to do some of that....maybe on the way to CCA?

I won't be making the CCA as the bike will be on its way to Oz then. If you have never ridden the Waikaremoana road, it is to adventure bikes what the Mangamuka Gorge is to sports bikes - except there's 95 km of gravel and the views are just inspiring. Oh and the gorge just prior to the start of the gravel is an absolute delight on the big traillie. No moulding titties on the edges of the tyres now mate.


Hey if you can make it, great! I would have a clue about the roads down there but I will have the zumo, so not all is lost is it? ;)


Ah the mighty Zumo. So now you have a good sound technical reason for getting lost.
Actually, we are taking one to Oz. Had it 3 weeks and it fell over. Bit worrying really. Was just a faulty battery and replaced under warranty but it made us think.
We are taking maps and compass now as well.
The Zumo is good gear once you have found your way around the handbook.





Qkchk, I somehow suspect you won't be the slowest....thats usually my role!

Complete bullshit

[n0regret5]

gravel, eh..curses, can't fit a surfboard on the back of a TL..

[NordieBoy]

The pub does great vegetarian Nacho's.:love:

Quick Tri Boy, change your password!
Someone's nicked your account!

[Motu]

Might be worth considering some A & B routes on the way down to suit the variety of bikes / rider abilities, or maybe that's a silly idea & too complicated. I'm sure we can arque about on the day.


Looks like I might not get to the Legends of Dirt Festival at Easter,so will tootle around locally instead.The next saturday will be free too,so I could join the ride down.I know all the roads between Port Waikato and Te Akau pretty well....I could be ride gopher and shepherd riders between Te Akau Coast Rd and SH22 if need be.Add interest to roads that are a little too familiar.

[Crisis management]

Sounds a great idea Motu, be good to catch up with you. Nearer the time I'm sure we can work out a meeting place.

[xwhatsit]

And from Raglan, either around the coast ,(quite rough for xer's RS), and the other option, seal to Te Mata, and then people can choose between the "slip n creek of death", or Te Papatapu/ Old Raglan Rd, (seal, n reasonable gravel).

Now, about 6-9 months ago, I shot down to Raglan with GiJoe1313. We met up with ZeroIndex and went a little further down some seal, then across a very rough gravel road (massive coarse rocks) through the back of farms (sheep running across the road). The gravel road came out just in Kawhia, a few seconds later we were at the fish & chip shop on the wharf. Is this what you were talking about?

It wasn't too long, maybe 10-20kms perhaps?

[xwhatsit]

And from Raglan, either around the coast ,(quite rough for xer's RS), and the other option, seal to Te Mata, and then people can choose between the "slip n creek of death", or Te Papatapu/ Old Raglan Rd, (seal, n reasonable gravel).

Now, about 6-9 months ago, I shot down to Raglan with GiJoe1313. We met up with ZeroIndex and went a little further down some seal, then across a very rough gravel road (massive coarse rocks) through the back of farms (sheep running across the road). The gravel road came out just in Kawhia, a few seconds later we were at the fish & chip shop on the wharf. Is this what you were talking about?

It wasn't too long, maybe 10-20kms perhaps?

[Bams]

Hi
I,ve been following this thread for a couple of weeks and have finally got my bike back on the road after a Eng rebuild and was hoping theres still enough room for another newbie from AKL to join in on this ride, I have a tent so I only need a bit of lawn space if its still spare.
I realise the rides probably getting a bit full So?

[tri boy]

Kanny and me popped out to the bach for a get away. (i drove her nuts with my sulky boy attitude. "I'm bored, I'm hungry, etc etc):nono:
But besides all that, things are looking good. I did a bit more exploring, and talked to some locals about different places of interest etc.
I have a nice spot sorted for those who like sunsets, (if the weather plays fair).
Rode a few different roads with Karen to gauge her reaction, so a Sunday morning short ride can be sorted.
Gained info on the state of the Harbour Rd bridge. (still closed, but should be worth checking out Sunday morning. A section sank, and will not be fixed for a month or two, but bikes should be able to cross, maybe........)
There is room for those interested in tenting it, but the rooms/floor space is filling up.
I will PM everyone the exact site details next week, but plan to catch up with the nthern crew in Raglan.
Some photo's from the weekend.

1. Aotea Harbour will make a nice sunset spot.

2. Aotea Rd end.

3. Different angle of top of Kawhia Harbour.

4. just a road.

Bams, ya more than welcome, as is Motu. There is room on the deck for laying out, room for tents, and if the weather gets shitty, we will all be able to squeeze in side.
I even listened to some old LP's out there. "Pic the artist" could be a great drinking game. Bass will win, cause he's 127yrs old.

[tri boy]

Quick Tri Boy, change your password!
Someone's nicked your account!

A momentary lapse of testosterone.
Normal hormone levels have been reset.:yes:

[deanohit]

Looking good mate! I'm dead keen to do some exploring.
Ya got no idea how much I'm looking forward to this, been doing to many rides on the tarmac. :rolleyes:

[Qkchk]

I even listened to some old LP's out there. "Pic the artist" could be a great drinking game. Bass will win, cause he's 127yrs old.

So I take it there is power at the bach or is it one of those windup jobbies?:lol:

So is there anything you want us to bring down? Food/Dancing Girls etc??? Where is the grog shop or do we bring it with us?


Who's got some drinking games? :innocent:

[tri boy]

Food etc is all sorted. pack a sleeping bag, and a towel, but pillows, blankets won't be required. Booze wise, if you have a favourite wine, then maybe bring that. The Operau shop(5km nth is licensed, and open till 8pm Sat at least). Kawhia, is about 3km from the bach, and has a pub, and also a small wine cellar in town. Expect to pay a bit extra due to logistics though.
I will have a good range of breakdown tools available, and also a trailer and safe storage in Hamilton if anything tricky pops up.
Just bring whatever you need for an o/nighter and a camera.:yes:

Music wise, theLP's range from Neil Young, through to the Wombles, (family bach remember). So if Sunday morn I wake the place up with "The Wombles of Wimbleton", or Bonny M doing "King Of The Road":sick:, then grunt your disapproval, and put the jug on.:bleh:
Theres actually some pretty cool old pieces of vinyl there. Kanny's uncle has some history music wise.:msn-wink:

[Qkchk]

Music wise, theLP's range from Neil Young, through to the Wombles, (family bach remember).

I would say, that once into the small wee hours, even the Wombles would probably sound pretty good after a few :drinknsin: ......... :rofl:

[marks]

"The Wombles of Wimbleton"

somehow seems appropriate for a triumph rider :rolleyes:

[tri boy]

Totally agree.
We Trumpy riders are clean living soles, always helping the community to keep the environment clean and pollution free. (unlike those stinky two stroke DT riders and their mates), cough, gag,weeze. I cant breathe:bleh:

[NordieBoy]

We Trumpy riders are clean living soles, always helping the community to keep the environment clean and pollution free.

By falling over and taking home all that dirty stuff that sticks to the bike and could be a hazard to other riders.

Always thinking of others you Trumpy riders :D

[tri boy]

Yup. There better be a space reserved for me in biker paradise, for the unselfish work I do on tracks n waterways.;)

[agricon]

:mobile:If anyone is interested I will be riding out to Raglan on route to Kawhia and would be happy to join/meet up with anyone else heading out there.

[Crisis management]

Yup. There better be a space reserved for me in biker paradise, for the unselfish work I do on tracks n waterways.;)

Unselfish!!! The last time I had to dig you out of a stream you were bleating like two tooth at the footy club on saturday night! :whistle:


You were obviously on better behaviour down south.


Right, I'm getting excited about this ride thing now, how many sleeps is it? :scooter::scooter:

[Bass]

Right, I'm getting excited about this ride thing now, how many sleeps is it? :scooter::scooter:

Better register then, eh?

[Crisis management]

Better register then, eh?

Minor point...I can never figure those technical bits out, takes me half an hour of stumbling around the site to remember where the calendar thread is!

Anyway, you aren't registered either....pot / kettle?

[Bass]

Anyway, you aren't registered either....pot / kettle?

Ah, but I haven't said that I am going yet.
I would like to and she's a real pleasant ride with the new suspenders - plus I really need to get some more k's on the bike and get it serviced before it goes in the crate, but I just don't know at this point.

[muzzle]

You seem to have a lot of interest in this ride. How much room do you have left. I was thinking I might bring my XR250. Its got 1/2 worn dual sports on it at the moment so I won't be breaking any records in the gravel. I would bring a friend but I don't have any (that ride adventure bikes that is). I have a mate with a lead-thing (sorry gold wing) but I don't think he would be too keen. I have a tent I will bring if you still have room for me.

[tri boy]

I have a tent I will bring if you still have room for me.

Hi muzzle,
If you are willing to pitch a tent, then thats fine.:cool:
The people from around the Waikato and east will meet up near Hamilton somewhere,(Place to be decided next week, probably a service station, cafe,), and head to Raglan to meet the Akld group. Clint, Zukin etc may have other route plans that will probably be sorted next week also.
Our attendance numbers are about at there max now, (accom space, feeding frenzy, group dynamic's etc).
Looking forward to meeting a few new people, (and poking the smelly stuff at a few others):nya:

[tri boy]

Ah, but I haven't said that I am going yet.


Wouldn't be the same without you there mate.:yes:
Plus, it's not like you to pass up an opportunity to out shine CM's DR.:clap:

On another note. Next week I shall take basic booze orders off attendee's, and take them out to the bach with the extra mattresses the night before. Saves the headf**k of picking up alcamaholic beverages on the way, with loaded bikes etc.
Payment will obviously be required, otherwise Kanny may kneecap you with a Volty muffler.:crazy:

[young1]

I think that the forum moderators should block this thread as this is another ride being organised by Tri-boy and one that will probably be remembered for a long long time (for those of you who haven't ridden with Tri boy before you are in for an experience!)

And the worst thing about it.... I can't make it :(

[deanohit]

this is another ride being organised by Tri-boy and one that will probably be remembered for a long long time (for those of you who haven't ridden with Tri boy before you are in for an experience!)
Exactly why I'm going!
Enjoyed both my rides with Triboy and Kanny, so back fo more! :ride:

[the.foz]

Hi guys.Sounds like a full bus,both numbers and logistically.If anyone cant go or IF there is still room for a tarp,Im your man

[tri boy]

Hi guys.Sounds like a full bus,both numbers and logistically.If anyone cant go or IF there is still room for a tarp,Im your man

Keep an eye on the thread mate. Can't promise anything at this stage, but if you can be squeezed in, I'll drop you a PM.:cool:

[tri boy]

...coming to a ride near you soon................:chase:

[deanohit]

...coming to a ride near you soon................:chase:
Your worse than a blimmin woman you tease! :lol:

[young1]

Your worse than a blimmin woman you tease! :lol:

nah he would have to shave his legs!!

[deanohit]

nah he would have to shave his legs!!
Well a little birdy told me this thing about a hydropak he bought recently, so I guess he's on the way!:lol:
So is it comfy Triboy?

[tri boy]

nah he would have to shave his legs!!

or more.............:devil2:

[young1]

or more.............:devil2:

Well that wouldnt take long to shave would it!

[tri boy]

So is it comfy Triboy?

Fits the man titties just right.:lol:
Y1, you have a unhealthy obsession with my leg/crotch region. Is there something you wish to tell the web?????????:clap:

[young1]

Fits the man titties just right.:lol:
Y1, you have a unhealthy obsession with my leg/crotch region. Is there something you wish to tell the web?????????:clap:

I am wondering why you posted the picture up above of the flock of sheep.... I think the boys would rather have dancing girls than a blond two tooth from the back paddock....

[tri boy]

I was just scouting accom for your next visit.
Damn, dude ya gotta make the capital coast ride aye:cool:

[young1]

I was just scouting accom for your next visit.
Damn, dude ya gotta make the capital coast ride aye:cool:

Stop rubbing it in! Two of the better rides will be taking place while I am away overseas - off to India and Nepal for a month looking for a new wife (NO only kidding about the wife ha ha).

I will be flying over the top of you boys when I leave NP, so light a big bonfire outside and I will flush the toilet as I go over!

Have to put our thinking caps on for maybe a queens birthday ride somewhere?

[Bass]

OK, I'm in.
Will bring the tent etc.
Suggestion - I live about 10 seconds off the motorway in Papakura, so if the Ork contingent wants to assemble at Chez Bass, we could have a coffee (my good lady has this magic machine) and work out appropriate routes for all comers

[Qkchk]

OK, I'm in.
Will bring the tent etc.
Suggestion - I live about 10 seconds off the motorway in Papakura, so if the Ork contingent wants to assemble at Chez Bass, we could have a coffee (my good lady has this magic machine) and work out appropriate routes for all comers

Sounds the plan, Stan.

[Bass]

Sounds the plan, Stan.

Righto then.
I hate to admit it but, we probably should drag Crisis Mismanagement into this as well cos he's got the maps and he's done this territory before. (That's not to say that he can read the maps however, so your Zumo might come in handy once he's given us the road names) Besides, unfortunately he knows where I live.

[Crisis management]

Man, are you in the shit now, I'll be there at 6 for a moccachino and cooked breakfast. :dodge:


Sounds like a great idea Bass, I have a couple of concerns regarding bikes/ skill levels and suggest we keep it simple for the ride to Raglan pretty much following the coast road and taking our time. My thinking (thats definately a new concept) has been from Pokeno, the sealed road for some (xerses?) too Port Waikato and an option via Onewhero and Klondyke road for more gravelly riders.
Following that, it really has to be follow the coast to the north head of Raglan harbour (all hard packed, good roads) and then loop back around the harbour to Raglan.
This will take 3 to 4 hours allowing for stops and general hilarity and is a reasonable pace.
I would suggest we take the oppotunity to take a few detours if we need to but I would rather decide that after we have ridden an hour or so and everyone feels comfortable (on a DR seat?????).

There you go, a typically loose but manageable plan.

Let me know your thoughts, maybe only some of them in certain cases....

Important notice!
I can only come for the saturday, so won't be staying overnight but will head back at 6ish, apologies, grovelling etc but my wife needs me.

[Motu]

I'm saturday only too,I might do a trial on the sunday if I'm up to it.Sounds loose enough to me Ian.....Doing Klondyke is a must,but a pretty harsh intro to gravel.The views up there are fantastic.

[tri boy]

Important notice!
I can only come for the saturday, so won't be staying overnight but will head back at 6ish, apologies, grovelling etc but my wife needs me.

Noted. Your rashes of bacon, two eggs, and tomatoes will easily squeeze into my guts in the morning.
Although I did have you pegged as wash up boy. Oh well, ........oh Deano........

[tri boy]

After Easter I'll sing out for booze orders (tues preferably).
List the sleep arrangements, and PM ph # and physical address/area of batch.
Will see most if not all of you at Raglan between 12.30-1.00. Sat
So have a wee think about anything that might be required at the bach for you, (keep it non sexual thanks), and we will be laughing.
Sunday morning has 2-3 route options on the table that we can nut out over drinks, but expect the jug/radio on at about 7-7.30 to get rolling by 9.00.
Have a safe Easter.:cool:

[Crisis management]

Doing Klondyke is a must,but a pretty harsh intro to gravel.The views up there are fantastic.

It is a bit too good to miss isn't it? By offering the option of seal to Port Waikato I hope that will work for everyone, there is nothing worse than getting your confidence knocked in the first ten minutes.

Where will we meet you?

[trustme]

Triboy , do you have room for 1 x young fella on a klx 250 from Dorkland
I would ride with him on Sat but I wont stay the night ,got to ride with her indoors on Sunday running in her new bike.

[tri boy]

Triboy , do you have room for 1 x young fella on a klx 250 from Dorkland
I would ride with him on Sat but I wont stay the night ,got to ride with her indoors on Sunday running in her new bike.

Yeah, what the hell. If he can scrounge a tent, cool, if not, we will find comfy digs in the bach for him.
See if he can met up with CM, Bass etc and head down with the Akld crew.;)

[muzzle]

My tent is a 2 man so I can fit an extra body in with me if you get stuck for room. (no snoring or spewing in my tent)

[Motu]

Where will we meet you?

Tuakau Bridge,on the west side....or I might be at the toilets on the other side if my morning coffee is having a fast exit.Give me an eta at the bridge,but don't wait for me if I'm not there - leave some skid marks in the gravel so I know some bikes have been there recently.

[Crisis management]

Motu, once we have sorted this out (probably in about 3 weeks) I'll PM you a time. At the moment I'm hoping for 0800 at Bass' in Papkaura, 0830 on the road, so 0900 Tuakau and about 1300 at Raglan.

Christ knows what will actually happen, I keep getting the feeling with these numbers It'll be like herding cats......should be fun then!

[$CENSLS1$]

Yeah, what the hell. If he can scrounge a tent, cool, if not, we will find comfy digs in the bach for him.
See if he can met up with CM, Bass etc and head down with the Akld crew.;)


Sweet I will see you all there :Punk:

[trustme]

Young fella & I will be at service centre on sth mway just south of Papakura/Karaka turnoff ready to go at 8.30 if that suits

[Bass]

Righto people - sorry for the absence. Have been away on the bike for most of Easter. Spent Friday/Saturday at Bayleys Beach learning about sand riding and buggering my back trying to pick up a fully laden DR in deep sand.

Anyway, it appears that the rendezvous is my place at 8.00 am if Crisis gets his way. I can live with that and it actually makes sense if the pace is to be relaxed.

I will PM my address and phone to those from Ork who have indicated interest but if I miss you out, please get in touch so I can correct that.

[Bass]

Sounds like a great idea Bass, I have a couple of concerns regarding bikes/ skill levels and suggest we keep it simple for the ride to Raglan pretty much following the coast road and taking our time. My thinking (thats definately a new concept) has been from Pokeno, the sealed road for some (xerses?) too Port Waikato and an option via Onewhero and Klondyke road for more gravelly riders.


There you go, a typically loose but manageable plan.

Let me know your thoughts, maybe only some of them in certain cases....



I went through Klondike and down the coast for a few k yesterday. The road from Port Waikato to where the seal starts again at Waikaretu is a bit rough and well corrugated.
I was thinking of all in together as far as the Tuakau bridge and then maybe pointing Xerxes down 22, right at Glen Murray by the transmission mast for his first gravel at Pukerewa road. It is reasonably smooth and well swept from there, whereas I think he would be uncomfortable with the Port Waikato end.

Also, if time might be an issue, the route that I took you through last trip, from Onewhereo to Waikaretu is actually quite a bit quicker than Klondike. However, I guess we could always go the direct route through Te Akau, rather than right down to the harbour, if we find we are running late by then.

[tri boy]

Booze orders please.:sunny:PM order's.

Sleeping arrangements are sorted.
Meals sorted.
Arrival snacks, Three course meal. (breads, 2-3 hot dishes, salads etc, sweets),
Hot brekky, or cereals/fruit.
I'm taking the extra mattresses, booze, food supplies out on Thrs.
Most should of received a PM with contact details if you have Q's.
Bass/Crisis have the tiller at the Auck end, I've got the Waikato end, and Clint/Zukin/offrd have the eastern side.
Auck and Waikato to meet at the Raglan pub 12.30-1.00pm Sat.
Clint will let me know his plans.
Expect some light showers Sun, (but not looking too shabby).
Stand at ease,
Fall out.

[clint640]

Clint will let me know his plans.


Err... Ahh... Plans? I'm supposed to have plans?? :wacko: Um... I'll look at the map tonight... We'll aim to see ya @ the pub in Raglan @ lunchtime I think.

Cheers
Clint

[Crisis management]

So, what circuitous route are we taking from Raglan to Kawhia, we must have 2 or 3 hours to fill in? Wonder what the state of the tide is?

[tri boy]

Ruapuke beach is now totally roped and gated off. (thanks DOC:2guns:)
A low tide ride from Kawhia's Ocean beach, to Aotea inlet channel could be on the cards later though.
Three routes to Kawhia are available and can be discussed over lunch at Raglan.
Old Kawhia Rd, (with my favourite stream).
Te Papatapu Rd.
And finally Ian's attempt to jump his DR across Aotea harbour bar.:clap:
All those in favour of #3............. carried. Attempt will be made by Mr Crisis Mangament. Your a good keen man.:whistle:

[xwhatsit]

Yay! I like riding on the beach. You wouldn't think so but the wee RS even with its road tyres skips over soft sand quite nicely.

[Crisis management]

And finally Ian's attempt to jump his DR across Aotea harbour bar.:clap:
All those in favour of #3............. carried. Attempt will be made by Mr Crisis Mangament. Your a good keen man.:whistle:

Right, I'll get my water wings out :shutup:

[Bass]

Right then.....for the Ork contingent
In general discussions, it has come up that taking an interesting route and riding at a moderate clip, it takes from 3 to 3.5 hours to go Drury to Raglan. We are planning a fairly sedate pace for this Saturday and so it will take longer.
Now we could take a more direct and less "interesting" route, but that kinda defeats the object of having an adventure bike don't you think?

So the remaining alternative is to get an early start.

Crisis Management gets his way it would seem.

We meet at my place (holler if I haven't already PM'd the address and phone numbers) at 8.00 am and roll out at 8.30.
We will see you then or see you at Kawhia - your call.

[tri boy]

Waikato crew to meet at "Shell Service Station". Cnr Te Rapa Rd and Pukete Rd.
(opposite the big flash New World Shopping place), no later than 9.45am Sat.
Muzzle, if you want a bit of floor space Fri night, PM me. Deano is staying, and we might pop up to the Hospital to say G'day to Andrew Greer who is stuck there.:niceone:
Mattresses and 40 odd stubbies are at the batch. Looking good.
Kawhia low tide is approx 8.50pm Sat night, 9.00am Sun morning, so maybe a morning squirt on the sand.
Any other Q's PM, or call me.

[Rosie]

Two more sleeps to go :D

Do the Eastern contingent have a plan to get to Raglan yet? :spudwhat:

[$CENSLS1$]

Really looking forward to this!!!Can't wait, just hope I can keep up with you lot!!!

[Crisis management]

Really looking forward to this!!!Can't wait, just hope I can keep up with you lot!!!

It ain't a race, (thats on sunday.......)

You will have no problem keeping up, it will be relaxed and scenic tour-ish with plenty of stops to tell lies etc.

[tri boy]

Do the Eastern contingent have a plan to get to Raglan yet? :spudwhat:

How appropriate your avatar seems to be a chook.<_<
Herding the eastern chickens may come down to you.:laugh:

[ducatijim]

This 'eastern chook' will bow out folks, have a pressing engagement with a KDX and the Army training ground, Waiouru, this weekend!!

Now you all play nicely, yahear:devil2:

Have fun, I will catch up another time. Jamie.:2thumbsup

[Qkchk]

Hey guys,

Just to let you know the Qkkies wont be making it this time (relative PMs sent out) . A bout of viro gastro over Easter hung us up to dry. Im still crook, only doin half days @ work.

So much for all that hard work we did on Friday bring our gravel road riding up to scratch. :angry2:
However those TKC's are the dogs balls! :shifty:

Anyone planning on doing any weekend riding prior to the CCA?

[xwhatsit]

Awww shit! They're falling thick and fast.

[tri boy]

No worries. Means less fighting at the dinner table.:lol:
Actually, Dawn has been very sensible by not turning up with a bug that could drop us all for a week.
And Jamie is off to do battle with 10 000 other trailbike riders in Waiouru. (my bro in law and son are going there, and have received an "identi kit" to use to harass said dairy farmer).:devil2:

[Rosie]

Anyone planning on doing any weekend riding prior to the CCA?

Shame we won't get to see you this weekend. I hope you are feeling better soon. :sunny:

See you at the CCA. We'll be doing a 'Rosie pace' (TM) ride from Rotorua to Plimmerton on the Friday taking in various gravel roads, if you are looking for an interesting route to get there.

[offrd]

This 'eastern chook' will bow out folks, have a pressing engagement with a KDX and the Army training ground, Waiouru, this weekend!!

Now you all play nicely, yahear:devil2:

Have fun, I will catch up another time. Jamie.:2thumbsup

Good riding down there, i have done both desert storm and alpine express down few years ago... I had thought of entering on the BMW but not enough ground clearance so i have to wait till i upgrade to the dakar :gob: and i dont have the service truck with the gen set, clothes dryer crane mounted lighting and full tools so it would be like roughing it :2thumbsup

As for the Kawhia ride.......

Hell yeah i am still in!

Thanks qkkies crew for keeping the bugs away!

If no one in the eastern crew has any good ride to Raglan plans perhaps we meet up with the others in hammie????

Dunno but :scooter: sure gettin close!






:chase:

[deanohit]

Haha, just been servicing my bike, now loaded, fueled up and ready to head to Triboys tomorrow arvo!
Woooohoooo!!!!

[xwhatsit]

My sleeping bag is bloody cold. Should I borrow a warmer one off my uncle? Are we outside on the deck?

[deanohit]

May pay to borrow the warmer one, better too hot than too cold when your trying to rest.

[EJK]

Hmm it's tomorrow...
Sounds fun! :D

Have fun guys :)

[tri boy]

My sleeping bag is bloody cold. Should I borrow a warmer one off my uncle? Are we outside on the deck?

Quilts and blankets are available out there, and northerly winds are about, so shouldn't be cold.;)

[$CENSLS1$]

Somehow got the sleeping bag into my pack aswell as all my other crap..Just got to fill the bike and the fuel can, new oil and filter tonight, quick check over the bike and we'll be away laughing!!!

See you guys tomorrow
Gaz

[Rosie]

If no one in the eastern crew has any good ride to Raglan plans perhaps we meet up with the others in hammie????

Our plan so far is to go for an explore along Leslie Rd, from Mamaku to Putaruru, and then take an as-yet-undecided route to Raglan. Hopefully Clint has some interesting secret plans and will share them with us.

[young1]

Safe riding everyone, have a great time

Mike

[Rosie]

Safe riding everyone, have a great time

Mike

We will. Have a great time in India and Nepal. :niceone:

[young1]

We will. Have a great time in India and Nepal. :niceone:

I will have to find a bike somewhere to ride, maybe a quick Adv ride on a Matchless around the Taj!!

[ducatijim]

A bit cool tonite here in Waiouru.....comfy in the motorhome but!! A good few people here already, with good weather for the weekend seems that there should be a good turn out. Were fed watered and bikes all locked away, should get on the piss now I 'spose?
Cheers folks.

[Bams]

You can hire a bike called a royal enfield 350 or 500 there great fun but a shocking ride next to no suspension but its cheap ay I did that in a couple of places there and its a lot of fun, heaps of people are doing it alot of people buy them and try to sell them later so youcan pick them up pretty cheap as well

[tri boy]

I will have to find a bike somewhere to ride, maybe a quick Adv ride on a Matchless around the Taj!!

Lalle Sihgn M/cycle's in New Delhi can hire Enfields, Porters, and camping gear to you cheaply. (even a mechanic if need be).
Good luck getting to ride round the Taj.
Large river delta on one side of it, and a heap of immaculately cared for gardens on the other side. Well worth taking the train to Agra, just for the experience.
One thing you will learn is the food is delicious, but doesn't stick around long.
Quick release Velcro pants would be the answer.
And don't run into any cows:nono:
Enjoy.:sunny:
Deano and me are watching Dirty Harry to put us in the right mind set to catch up with Bass and Crisis tomorrow.
":2guns:Feel'n lucky punks."

[offrd]

Well i am all packed and after getting fuel on the way its full steam ahead...

[Zukin]

Hi all

Due to unexpected circumstances I will no longer be joining you for this ride :mad:

Have fun and take lots of pics

Cheers Scott

[offrd]

Hi all

Due to unexpected circumstances I will no longer be joining you for this ride :mad:

Have fun and take lots of pics

Cheers Scott

Oh thats no good Scott!

Hope nothing too serious.

Perhaps next ride :cool:

[tri boy]

No worries Scott. See ya next time;)
Blue sky and light cloud in the Waikato this morning. Looks good for the day.
See you lot in Raglan. :chase:

[offrd]

Big thanks to Brent and Karen for putting on an awesome weekend!

Great Food, Drinks and views and some really great rides to top it off!

Good to put faces to names!

:first: has to go to XERXESDAPHAT (what the hell does that mean anyway lol) for sticking that CB250RS just about everwhere we went, and with very few problems!

:second: Has to go to dinohit for parking in Triumph waterpump creek and doing a top job of first aid with the young guy COVERED in blood in a car crash we came across on our way home......

Right better go and spend some time with wife and kids before i upload photos or it will be :jerry:

Then i better go and book in for BMW flying lessons before i go on another ride :lol:

[agricon]

I also would like to thank Brent & Karen for putting on a great weekend. The food and hospitality were great. It was great to seen a mix of people and bikes turn up.
Folliowng on from offrd's awards I think he should get the "lucky escape" award following a close call on Ocean Beach doing around 100km/hr in deep loose sand and then hitting a series of "whoops" while fiddling with his visor. Very spectacular and very well held :2thumbsup

Photos too follow very soon.

[agricon]

Travelling to Raglan via a few back roads.

[agricon]

After meeting up with the riders from Auckland, Tokaroa and Rotorua we allset off to Kafia.

[agricon]

More water crossings

[offrd]

Some pix............

[twotyred]

nice!:2thumbsup didn't expect pics! hopefully there may be something similiar down in the lower half someday...?

[trustme]

Great job Triboy, the young fella came back fizzing , next time I'll stay the night , promise !! . Might have to be a north run as you suggested , There's a bunch of dirt roads between Auck & Bayleys Beach, what do you reckon.??
Maybe us Aucks need to meet & plan over lashings of ginger pop.

Tom please keep the CB for the foreseeable future or we will all be shown up big time.

Gaz. Its your shout

[agricon]

Lot's of fun in the water with two crossing one after the other.

[offrd]

And some more pix!

[agricon]

Lot's of fun with one or two incidents, I'm saying no more:-)

[offrd]

nice!:2thumbsup didn't expect pics! hopefully there may be something similiar down in the lower half someday...?

The CCA end of April..!!

[agricon]

Fine weather, a good breakfast and we were off. Again one or two minor problems but nothing that couldn't be fixed. We had a great ride south of Kafia on some good twisties and then on to the metal and finally on to farm tracks - Great riding! We finally ended up at the bridge crossing:-)

[agricon]

Lot's of fun with one or two incidents, I'm saying no more:-) A couple more pictures.

[deanohit]

Beaut pics mate!

Was a long ride home on the straights once past Pirongia, but that road out of Kawhia to Otorohonga was awesome fun!

Thanks again to Triboy for orginising the ride, and thanks again to Kanny for the awesome feed! Really topped off a great day.:2thumbsup
I loved the swag on the deck, fell asleep real quick last night. :sleep:

[Bams]

Yea thanks guys for a great weekend and espeiclly kanny for the great food I had a ball but man my ass is feeling it now! :) "well worth it tho"

[xwhatsit]

Bloody 'ell.
Pack of ferkin' headcases, you lot :shutup: `Gentle adventure ride' my arse -- would've thought twice about signing up if I knew there I was going to have to ford a water crossing -- twice :laugh: Does `Road Closed' mean nothing to you?!

And as for the bridge. Jesus H. Christ. I caught myself looking down halfway across that skinny little plank section. Water is a long way below, especially when there's no room to put your feet down!

Amidst the frequent moments of heart-thumping terror (in addition to those listed above was coming downhill on gravel, changing down gears whilst the road refused to catch up with the engine and the brakes did nothing except lock wheels), that was magic fun. Gorgeous scenery, the wonderful sound of a dozen singles echoing off the hills. And let's face it, banking over on a sportsbike on a perfect road at illegal speeds has nothing on blasting uphill on a skinny piece of gravel road, arse-end skipping all over the place whilst you stand on the pegs and wind it through the gears... Sprotsbikers don't know what they're missing!

Huge thanks to Triboy and Kanny (sans Bumblebee! :() for putting on a magic weekend and putting up with us all. Great to meet the rest of you too, you're all a right laugh.

I took a few photos, but they're rubbish because I took them when we were all stopped and I had nothing to do.

[xwhatsit]

A few photos.

Rear tube surgery. Not a straightforward patch, this one! How many times did the wheel end up coming off? Three?
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The end of the creek-crossing Kawhia Rd gravel bit. Not long left for a beer!
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It got worse than that. Should park it up in Parnell Rd like that and see what people say.
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This never happens when I go on normal seal rides...
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Parked up at Aotea Harbour. Some of us went around the beach to Kawhia. I thought I'd try; got about 800m from the beach and the thing wasn't going anywhere. No traction and front wheel plowing a furrow from side to side! Took a while to turn around :laugh:
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[HTFU]

Good shit guys. "Its moments like these you need duallys".

Good thing I didn't bring the little GPX out from Oto. Look at all that dirt :sick:.

[xwhatsit]

Triboy took Deano and I on a little detour while the others battled the beach. Brave farmers here, heh.
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Home at last. Who wants to clean it! :lol: Might change the oil again and clean the air filter. Sucking a lot of dust. The chain is frightening.
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[agricon]

Beaut pics mate!

Was a long ride home on the straights once past Pirongia, but that road out of Kawhia to Otorohonga was awesome fun!

Thanks again to Triboy for orginising the ride, and thanks again to Kanny for the awesome feed! Really topped off a great day.:2thumbsup
I loved the swag on the deck, fell asleep real quick last night. :sleep:

Glad you got home safe and sound, it sounds like every body had a good time. Can't wait for the next one.

[Qkchk]

Sounds like we missed out on a bloody good ride :cry: - I knew it as soon as it was posted up it was gonna be a good one! :angry:

[Rosie]

Does `Road Closed' mean nothing to you?!

No, should it? Next you'll be telling us that 'No Exit' is supposed to mean something as well :lol:

You did awesomely well for your first not-so-gentle adventure ride. :cool:

[Crisis management]

Bloody 'ell.
Pack of ferkin' headcases, you lot :shutup: `Gentle adventure ride' my arse --

Oh, come on, you didn't fall off or get stuck anywhere, thats the classification of "gentle".

Tom, you rode that cafe racer places I wouldn't have and I can't recall hearing any whimpering or complaining, you can ride with me anytime...

Mind you, I probably wouldn't hear less than a scream over the DR's exhaust!

Garry, you owe me a beer......next time eh?

Deano, you looked good there, I enjoyed cruising along behind you on the way to Kawhia, the rat bike look suits the Zhongshen!

Apologies all for sloping off early on saturday, I would have liked to spend the evening but other obligations were screaming at me (figuratively), next time I will make sure I have the whole weekend. Good to meet, or almost meet, all of you, we seem to have a reasonable body of willing victims for future rides here, time to start planning?

Motu, thanks for the company also, that was a pleasant meander back up 22, lovely evening and the banging from a decelerating single is all you can ask for.

Thanks to all for providing the company and specially to the lanky git from the waikato for putting in the hours organising it (and to Karen also, someone must have provided the brains behind the muscle :lol:).

Catch you all next time.

Iain.

[clint640]

Bloody 'ell.
Pack of ferkin' headcases, you lot;... Does `Road Closed' mean nothing to you?!
.

We pay a lot of attention to 'Road Closed' signs. They're like a challenge! Going through 2 closed roads & exiting 3 or 4 'No Exit' roads is a good score for a weekend :2thumbsup

You did bloody well on the CB!

Good to meet all you guys & big thanks to Triboy & Kanny for laying on a great weekend!

Cheers
Clint

[Bass]

Bloody 'ell.
Pack of ferkin' headcases, you lot :shutup: `Gentle adventure ride' my arse -- would've thought twice about signing up if I knew there I was going to have to ford a water crossing -- twice :laugh: Does `Road Closed' mean nothing to you?!

And as for the bridge. Jesus H. Christ. I caught myself looking down halfway across that skinny little plank section. Water is a long way below, especially when there's no room to put your feet down!



Well that's all bullshit for a start.
Tom, you showed us all up, with your skills on that RS!
Most impressed - and I was concerned that you would have problems with the early rough stuff!
I was the one with problems i.e. keeping up with you.

Very enjoyable weekend, and yet again, major thanks to Brent and Karen. Catering to the crew and providing accomdation is gettin to be a habit.
I am happy to get involved in organising one heading north but it will have to be after mid July when I get back from Oz.

I mentioned that we will be texting back our location coordinates most nights and was told that I had to get a thread running somewhere so anyone who wants can Google Earth where we are.
My good lady is happy to deal with that, probably on ADVrider.

[tri boy]

Guys and gals, this turned out to be such an enjoyable weekend, that in the future there is sure to be more.
My brain will struggle to recall all the snippets of humour and camaraderie that it saw through Sat/Sun.
Xer dude, you and the cafe thumper certainly took out rider/bike award. A trail/adv bike must be on your wish list soon.
Rosie managed to put up with a pack of hairy, noisy boys on the rides, and not murder any of us.
Kanny-what can I say:love: (plays a mean hand of "last card"also).

I didn't take to many pic's so I'll post some of the clearer ones.
"Slippery Creek" is the unofficial name of that second crossing from now on.
It has a habit of biting some of the experienced riders also.

[tri boy]

Just a few more.

[Rosie]

Rosie managed to ... not murder any of us.

There would have been trouble if Clint's scrambler impersonation had resulted in wine bottle breakage :nono:

[deanohit]

Deano, you looked good there, I enjoyed cruising along behind you on the way to Kawhia, the rat bike look suits the Zhongshen!

Cheers mate!
And thanks for the advice, was taken on board. :niceone:

[EJK]

Wow nice pics! :D

[$CENSLS1$]

Had an awsome weekend!!Not that the butt thought so by the time I made it home!Thanks for everyones help over the weekend with the tyre etc, made it all the way home on a 17" Scrambler tube in the end (thanks brent)

Can't wait to do it again next time!
Gaz

[twotyred]

Well that's all bullshit for a start.
Tom, you showed us all up, with your skills on that RS!
Most impressed - and I was concerned that you would have problems with the early rough stuff!
I was the one with problems i.e. keeping up with you.


Great stuff Xerxesdaphat!:clap: I can see a new niche bike class being created: Cafe-Adventure-Classic!
I say go with what ya got! maybe a similiar event for road bikes only?:devil2:

[xwhatsit]

Too tired to clean my bike last night, and I had an early lecture so it had to come to uni in that state. Gawd, think of the chain! Parked up next to all the shiny things outside.

Anyway, I keep getting texts from people to clean my bike haha.

I like you lot. You can cover your bike in enough shit nobody sees the dents and scratches :D

[Motu]

There would have been trouble if Clint's scrambler impersonation had resulted in wine bottle breakage :nono:

It was priceless seeing Clint dump the 640 in the stream,then go back and stand in the stream to act as catcher for Rosie - and she sailed through without a problem! I hope you get a lot of mileage out of that one Rosie...should be worth permanent dish washing duties for a couple of months at least.

It was a good days ride for me,350km there and back.Got to see some bikes and people - and prizes for xerxesdaphat and deanohit,proving that the latest and greatest bike is not necessary for having fun.Not to mention a certain XT600 with no matching parts.I hope there is a prize for noisiest bike.

I spent quite a bit of time behind Tom getting covered in dust,and I gotta say was impressed with his riding,considering the bars and tyres.I saw one major moment on a flat straight piece of road,but well recovered.Safe and smooth riding...and so am hesitant with my advice on improvement - use a bit more of the road,this will smooth out the riding even more,and get you out of some of the nasty thick stuff,reducing buttock clenching.You are a throw back - doing what you are doing is how we learned how to ride and fix our own motorcycles 35 years ago....refreshing to see the can do attitude and no moaning.

It was a tyre testing ride for me,I'm really happy to have a good back tyre on again (no DOT tyres on my bike now)....but my half worn rear tyre fitted last week is now 3/4 worn,a couple more rides and it'll be done.Still very impressed with my front K180....for what looks like a road tyre it does better than a knob.

[muzzle]

Thanks to Brent and crew for making it a great weekend. Getting keen to have a go at the CCA ride. Deano if you want some company when you do the Coromandel run post it on the calendar or pm me and I'll be there. If you want to get a crew together for the run you are all welcome to gather at my place before we head off.

[deanohit]

Not to mention a certain XT600 with no matching parts.I hope there is a prize for noisiest bike.
I must say it was impressive watching you blast by at one stage while I was stopped, that XT sings beautifully! :niceone:

[Nagash]

Sounds and looks like an absolutely awsome ride,

I saw you guys down in the Raglan (I was with the road bikers led by Toto). I've got a CM200 which I reckon with a new set of tyres would go pretty well off road.. may have to consider pulling through with it so I can join you guys on one of these rides.

Twisty roads are fun but I used to do a bit of a dirt biking, and that's a whole new experiance altogether.

Nice ride guys :eek:

[xwhatsit]

use a bit more of the road,this will smooth out the riding even more,and get you out of some of the nasty thick stuff,reducing buttock clenching.

Thanks! I was a bit worried about using the whole road, to be honest; changing wheel tracks was a little bit fiddly (I know, give it heaps of gas), and I was shit-scared of meeting a Landrover full-bore in the middle of a corner and not knowing how to get over far left again in time. I know the straight-road incident you mean; I think I felt the front-end start to sledge in some thick gravel, which made me panic and let go of the throttle, making it worse. Seems to me that most problems in gravel riding can be solved by pinning the throttle :laugh:

Amazing to watch you fly up the hillside, floating and dancing on top of the road. Scary shit. I didn't realise something with only two wheels could do that :sweatdrop

[Bass]

Tried to post these yesterday but it was so slow that I gave up and did some work instead

Those pictured should probably remain anonymous.

[deanohit]

I've got a CM200 which I reckon with a new set of tyres would go pretty well off road.. may have to consider pulling through with it so I can join you guys on one of these rides.
Yep, saw your bike there mate, those bars should be just the right height for when your standing on the pegs! :2thumbsup

[offrd]

Ok all you guys and gal,

In the post today i got a letter from LTSA giving me one and only chance to sit my full licence and bypass the graduated licence system...

No the BWM is a F250 Funduro :msn-wink: so i have been riding legally..... :pinch: Learners since 1992............... :nono:

You guys are the only bunch of riders i ride with and have i guess all seen me pilot my way across the country SO....................

If you have anything you think i need to improve on please hit me with it..!!

Of course river crossings and low level flying on a beach dont come into the licence test... i dont think! :eek:

Thanks!

Duncan

[Rosie]

Ok all you guys and gal,

In the post today i got a letter from LTSA giving me one and only chance to sit my full licence and bypass the graduated licence system...

No the BWM is a F250 Funduro :msn-wink: so i have been riding legally..... :pinch: Learners since 1992............... :nono:

You guys are the only bunch of riders i ride with and have i guess all seen me pilot my way across the country SO....................

If you have anything you think i need to improve on please hit me with it..!!

Of course river crossings and low level flying on a beach dont come into the licence test... i dont think! :eek:

Thanks!

Duncan

Tip from Clint: Don't turn up to the test on your BMW

But seriously, the actual riding in the full licence test is very easy. The sorts of things that are likely to catch you out are silly technicalities.

So, make sure you have a suitably sized bike for the test - with an L plate attached. And WOF and registration.
Fill the bike with fuel, and check the lights, indicator, horn etc are working (and no cracked/broken indicator lenses etc).
Turn up to the test a wee bit ahead of time, and have your licence with you.

Ask the tester about the 70km/h thing - the full licence test has a section at 100km/h, but you are on your learners so, theoretically shouldn't do over 70. Ask the tester if there will be a 100km/h section, and ask what speed you should be doing.

Stick to speed limits. If you are on unfamiliar sections of road, keep a good lookout for changing speed limits. Find out if the bike you'll be on has a wildly inaccurate speedo.

Indicate well ahead of time. Indicate when you change lanes, Indicate when you pull out from (or into) a parking space, indicate left just as you exit a roundabout.

Do very obvious head checks - to look for traffic, looking in your mirrors etc. Some testers ignore this, but some don't. Look over your shoulder before you pull into traffic or change lanes.

Put both feet on the ground when you stop at stop signs - making it obvious you came to a complete stop. Make sure you know all the give way rules (some can be a bit obscure). Most of my full licence test involved going through a wide variety of intersections.

Do not lose the testing person. If you become separated in traffic etc, pull over and wait for them.

Try to follow their instructions carefully. You shouldn't get failed for taking a wrong turn, but it's better when things run smoothly.

You need to be able to do a U-turn without putting your feet down. You can probably do this already, but if you normally put one foot out, make sure you practise feet-up u-turns. On the unfamiliar 250cc bike you will presumably be borrowing for the test.

At some point during the test you'll need to talk about the hazards you have seen. Just about anything that moves can be classed as a hazard - including the testing person following you in a car. Some testers may want a reasonable amount of detail "The red car could have gone straight through the stop sign" etc.

For the duration of the test wheelies are not your friend :devil2:

Having said all of that, my full licence test was very easy and the tester wasn't concerned about half the things above. But you don't know that until after the test, so it pays to err on the side of caution.

Good luck! I'm sure you will be fine. :cool:

[glice]

bugger, whish I'd seen this one, sounded like fun. whens the next one, be a good chance to give the klr a proper run.

[Crisis management]

Capital Coast Adventure......end of april

[Rosie]

Part One (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=327548) of my ride report is up on ADV rider. I'm just about to start writing part two.

[offrd]

Thanks Rosie!

I can turn up to the test on the BMW...... I have a dispensation that allows me to ride it on the day of the test only.....

Crazy rules..... all i wanted was a dispensation to ride the bmw for the restricted test, ride out the restricted on it and then sit the full on it....

But no...

Ah well... 24th April, 8am.......

:banana:

[glice]

Crisis management Capital Coast Adventure......end of april

sweet, will that be up in events?

[tri boy]

sweet, will that be up in events?

Thread already running in the adv forum.
Keep ya eyes peeled for new rides happening.:cool:

[young1]

Thread already running in the adv forum.
Keep ya eyes peeled for new rides happening.:cool:

Sounds good, make sure that it is after the end of this month!

"Raj" Mike

[offrd]

Licence done, Full classes 1,2,3,4,5,6, F,T,W,R

Se ya later learners licence:banana:

[tri boy]

Damn, I miss those days

[MXNUT]

Damn, I miss those days

Was a few years ago now.
1st Group ADV ride I did from memory on the DRZ.