North Auckland Street Skills - NASS

[TOTO]

bugged bro. How long till you are fully healed up ? which bones did you break ? got a cool x-ray to show us ?

[LankyBastard]

Should take around 4-6 weeks to fully heal I think, but the cast will be off in around 2 weeks. Haha no haven't got any cool pics, they only show you it on a screen quickly anyway! And I could barely make out the fractures. I broke my 4th and 5th metatarsal bones in my right foot. I think it got caught between the bike and the tree as I went for a flight over the bars :nya:
Was a total pain as i was due to test ride a bunch of other dirt bikes today!!! Ah well I can wait :yes:

[TOTO]

oh well , quick healing buddy.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BNaQZV1Fh18

[OutForADuck]

Should take around 4-6 weeks to fully heal I think, but the cast will be off in around 2 weeks. Haha no haven't got any cool pics, they only show you it on a screen quickly anyway! And I could barely make out the fractures. I broke my 4th and 5th metatarsal bones in my right foot. I think it got caught between the bike and the tree as I went for a flight over the bars :nya:
Was a total pain as i was due to test ride a bunch of other dirt bikes today!!! Ah well I can wait :yes:

Bugger..such is the joys of off roading. Heal up quickly Dude. Metatarsals are a bugger but not too painful at least :(

[TOTO]

Bugger..such is the joys of off roading. Heal up quickly Dude. Metatarsals are a bugger but not too painful at least :(

he should put a picture of a broken bone on his avatar like you - cool :niceone:

[English Kiwi]

he should put a picture of a broken bone on his avatar like you - cool :niceone:

I have a picture of his swollen foot, but who would want to look at that :no:

[TOTO]

I have a picture of his swollen foot, but who would want to look at that :no:

bone is not same as foot lol

[jaffaonajappa]

I have a picture of his swollen foot, but who would want to look at that :no:

Depends what his poor wee foot was resting on :)

[The Singing Chef]

Depends what his poor wee foot was resting on :)

Dirty bugger, and that's not good to hear Ash!! you can always hobble down to Nass! All the best with your recovery mate.

[LankyBastard]

Dirty bugger, and that's not good to hear Ash!! you can always hobble down to Nass! All the best with your recovery mate.

Haha yeah the funny thing is that the only method of transport I can actually use at the moment is a bike!! Figures :blink:

[English Kiwi]

Just remembered I'm out for tomorrow as well...I don't have any broken bones though :bleh: hahaha

Will catch you all next week, hopefully...

[zealchick]

Hey Ash thats not good :mellow: go the fast recovery!

We'll be there, weather is looking good too:yes: in fact its looking good for the rest of the week and the weekend:woohoo:

[racefactory]

Looking forward to some GN250 knee down action tonight.

[TOTO]

you wont get it

[jaffaonajappa]

roads are drying nicely....so its less likely to be both knees down at the same time :)

[p.dath]

Looking forward to some GN250 knee down action tonight.

Unless "Knee Down" is the name of your Chinese girlfriend you might be disappointed.

[racefactory]

Lol how does that work? I thought chinks don't put out anyway.

[p.dath]

Just a note I wont be able to make this Wednesday (14/7/2011) as I have a family commitment.

[OutForADuck]

Just a note I wont be able to make this Wednesday (14/7/2011) as I have a family commitment.

I'm not going to make it myself will be at work for a lot longer yet :facepalm:

[The Singing Chef]

Weather looks like crap, i'm having a nice warm night in bed. :bye:

[jaffaonajappa]

It seems neither of the regular ummmm Instructors? Leaders! is available tonight.?

[The Singing Chef]

It seems neither of the regular ummmm Instructors? Leaders! is available tonight.?

Haha was like the night that you arrived and it was chaos in the carpark haha, or was that someone else? my old age plays tricks on me

[The Everlasting]

Did anyone turn up? Weather is horrible! I'll make an appearance again soon.

[OutForADuck]

Sorry guys, only got home after 8pm so notreLly an option tonight.

If anyone did turn up hope you got. Good ride.

[TOTO]

yes, there was 5 of us. we did some slow riding exercises and u-turn exercises. plenty of bike talk and laugh at all the softies :killingme

[racefactory]

Amazing how afraid some people are of a little rain.

[jaffaonajappa]

Amazing how afraid some people are of a little rain.

Hope you werent waiting there too long....tonight....being Tuesday and all....

[Chancebmx25]

Amazing how afraid some people are of a little rain.

hahaha yer br0.. get your D-rift on in the motard huh!

[MarkW]

Greetings all,

I just happen to be in the big city with an evening spare - so I'll call in to Albany to see how you are all going tonight.

[racefactory]

sweet man. Everyone else coming?

[OutForADuck]

I'm not... it pouring down here and blowing a gale... there are better safer things to be doing than riding.

Hope to see you guys next week.

[p.dath]

I'll be along.

[Qaz]

Just joined the forum, was told about this ride at the shop few hours or so ago...

I'll be along - Hopefully it'l stop raining.

[zealchick]

nup i'll be sitting this one out...just rode home and its yuck out, got to comfy at home now

[p.dath]

"schrodingers cat" very kindly sent me the below video link, and after tonights talk about tyres from Mark, seems very appropriate.

http://www.crash.net/motogp/video/170367/1/inside_racing_bike_tyre_technology.html

[nzmikey]

Just a note I wont be able to make this Wednesday (14/7/2011) as I have a family commitment.

ermmmm today is the 14/7/2011 & last night was the 13/7/2011 & LAST WEEK was the 6/7/2011 & that was the wed you were not there......... :shutup:
lol as you were :done:

[Spearfish]

"schrodingers cat" very kindly sent me the below video link, and after tonights talk about tyres from Mark, seems very appropriate.

http://www.crash.net/motogp/video/170367/1/inside_racing_bike_tyre_technology.html

Gold, thanks

[Mongolian]

Who's up for tonight? Weather is looking good

[Itchy_Kiwis]

Who's up for tonight? Weather is looking good

Yup im in :)

[rickstv]

Yep:yes::yes::yes:

[Qaz]

Yeaaaaap :yes:

[p.dath]

I should be along.

[English Kiwi]

Hey Guys,

I should be along next week depending on weather.

Back from Hols now :)

If you guys know of anyone wanting to buy my Little VL let me know, i'm selling it now, as some of you may be aware of :)

I'll be on the Green machine before you know it...well once Ash get's his Full anyway :)

[Neon]

I will be along next week as well, but sadly it will be my last NASS before I head overseas towards the end of August. :bye:

My bike is going to the new owner this weekend, so I'll be bringing my car along. I've got a bag of tennis balls and cones to donate to the group as well.

NASS has come a long way since I first attended back in 2007 on my 250 Hornet. It's really awesome to see it still going strong as ever. :yes:

[Neon]

Bugger. A proverbial spanner in my works so I won't be there after all. Time is quite precious these days... next week.

In the meantime have some light entertainment (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iv5mzeYwSXY). :innocent:

[Mongolian]

That sucks neon.

Who's on for tonight assuming the weather holds?

[zealchick]

assuming weather holds i'll be there:-)

[LankyBastard]

Bugger. A proverbial spanner in my works so I won't be there after all. Time is quite precious these days... next week.

In the meantime have some light entertainment (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iv5mzeYwSXY). :innocent:

So you mean to say that you steal my bike so can join us at NASS one last time, therefore I have to take the car, and now you're not coming at all??? I feel cheated!!

[Neon]

So you mean to say that you steal my bike so can join us at NASS one last time, therefore I have to take the car, and now you're not coming at all??? I feel cheated!!

That is exactly what I'm saying. The car? Wait, I'm pretty sure I saw at least one or five other bikes in your shed.

PS. The Ninja is awesome, I luffs it :love: 250s are great fun!

[The Singing Chef]

Bugger. A proverbial spanner in my works so I won't be there after all. Time is quite precious these days... next week.

In the meantime have some light entertainment (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iv5mzeYwSXY). :innocent:

Im dissapointed in you Neon..

[LankyBastard]

That is exactly what I'm saying. The car? Wait, I'm pretty sure I saw at least one or five other bikes in your shed.

PS. The Ninja is awesome, I luffs it :love: 250s are great fun!

Yep plenty of un-registered bikes here, as well as the one I don't have a licence for! So car it shall be....

But glad your enjoying the Ninja!

[p.dath]

Yep plenty of un-registered bikes here, as well as the one I don't have a licence for! So car it shall be....

But glad your enjoying the Ninja!

You will notice the first post in the thread does say in bold that you require a registered bike to attend.
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/77111-North-Auckland-Street-Skills-NASS

We wont be able to get the support of the Police if people are flouting the law. And of course, there wont be any sympathy for those that do turn up with bikes missing a rego or wof and then promptly get a ticket from the officer attending.


assuming weather holds i'll be there:-)

I plan to be present.

[OutForADuck]

The way my day is unfolding I am highly unlikely to make NASS tonight. Will try for the carpark but I would be surprised if I get out o the office before 8

[LankyBastard]

You will notice the first post in the thread does say in bold that you require a registered bike to attend.
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/77111-North-Auckland-Street-Skills-NASS

We wont be able to get the support of the Police if people are flouting the law. And of course, there wont be any sympathy for those that do turn up with bikes missing a rego or wof and then promptly get a ticket from the officer attending.



I plan to be present.

Hence why I am taking the car, as my registered road legal bike is curently on loan. I don't need to be preached too, especially when all the facts are not known.

[RUSS]

I wouldn't be too concerned about that, the police are at home in front of the fire, relaxing after a day of practicing VIP escorts to Eden Park. Expect Heath next week though.

[TOTO]

I wouldn't be too concerned about that, the police are at home in front of the fire, relaxing after a day of practicing VIP escorts to Eden Park. Expect Heath next week though.

thats right. They have never even heard of kiwibiker website. Actually I dont even think they have a computer ...:rolleyes:

[RUSS]

thats right. They have never even heard of kiwibiker website. Actually I dont even think they have a computer ...

And if they did have a computer it would be old and slow like their bikes. Probably a 486DX

[faredce]

hey guys good to be back on the forum have been bikeless for awhile now - living and working on the shore and finally got a new bike would love to come and ride when my bike arrives

[p.dath]

hey guys good to be back on the forum have been bikeless for awhile now - living and working on the shore and finally got a new bike would love to come and ride when my bike arrives

And what new bike did you get?

[faredce]

hyosung gt250r 07...hopefully will arrive soon.its in whangarei atm but iv gta wait for biketranz to get another order before they head up that way...hope it doesnt take long

[rickstv]

Jump on the bus and go get it.:yes::scooter:
Rick.

[Qaz]

Same bike as me! You'll love it.

Really good bikes.
Who's going tonight?

[faredce]

would love to but am unable to due to work and commitments on the weekends so i must get it to me...now i just sit in anticipation

[fizbin]

not that i post a lot anymore but thought this would intrest the new guys.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJxOsYh12yY&feature=player_profilepage

PS: this is prob a re post but you get that
safe riding

[TOTO]

not that i post a lot anymore but thought this would intrest the new guys.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJxOsYh12yY&feature=player_profilepage

PS: this is prob a re post but you get that
safe riding


Hey Fizzy, stop sulking in the corner and come for a ride. GN is calling your name cuz

[fizbin]

i should come for a ride really. my wife has finally agreed to let me get a weekend bike so i will look at doing that soon. am waiting for my bonus to come though.

[Neon]

So you mean to say that you steal my bike so can join us at NASS one last time, therefore I have to take the car, and now you're not coming at all??? I feel cheated!!

Thanks again Ash for the loan of the Ninja. I even did a quick review of it...

>>video<< (http://youtu.be/Nk0_7CS1Iig)

[LankyBastard]

Thanks again Ash for the loan of the Ninja. I even did a quick review of it...

>>video<< (http://youtu.be/Nk0_7CS1Iig)

Glad you liked it! I must admit I am a little sad to have lost it to Becca....

Sounds to me like you neeed to back off the rear preload slightly, yes you can do it! Forks are set in stone tho :yes:

Managed to re-book my full licence test for next monday, and yes it will now be in Orewa!!

Shame you're going away, you could have joined Toto and I in the Hyosung Cup!

Catch you Wednesday

[Neon]

Glad you liked it! I must admit I am a little sad to have lost it to Becca....

Sounds to me like you neeed to back off the rear preload slightly, yes you can do it! Forks are set in stone tho :yes:

Managed to re-book my full licence test for next monday, and yes it will now be in Orewa!!

Shame you're going away, you could have joined Toto and I in the Hyosung Cup!

Catch you Wednesday

Yep that could have been quite awesome. So you're going to do it then? That scallywag Toto has talked you into it?! :yes:

[TOTO]

Yep that could have been quite awesome. So you're going to do it then? That scallywag Toto has talked you into it?! :yes:

Haha, he must have been thinking it for a while. Recon he will kick some ass :) (hopefully not mine) :shutup:

Dont worry Neon, the cup has been confirmed as being sponsored event by the main sponsor SpeedScan for 3 years already so it will still be here (probably even bigger) when you get back from your UK holliday :)

[English Kiwi]

Glad you liked it! I must admit I am a little sad to have lost it to Becca....



Not like you've permanently lost it to me...it's still in the garage :)

I already like the green machine :) hopefully I won't be too slow around Puke in October :)

Sad to see my little suzuki go though...

NASS Wednesday??? :yes: however the weather is looking pretty crappy...

[fizbin]

the rain just makes it more fun and the shower feel better when you get home!

[Westy_mate]

we on for tonight? looks ok?

[p.dath]

we on for tonight? looks ok?

I'll be along.

[Neon]

Yep I'll be along in my car :shutup:

I have a bag of tennis balls and cones to donate.

[p.dath]

I'm going to be wearing four layers under my leathers tomorrow. Take heed.

[TOTO]

I'm gonna have a G-string on

[The Singing Chef]

I'm gonna have a G-string on

I may as well follow suit then, :wings:Mankini night:wings: Pink or purple boys? :love:

[TOTO]

lime green is my choice :p

[The Singing Chef]

lime green is my choice :p

I was looking at that one....:shifty:

[TOTO]

I was looking at that one....:shifty:

take another look

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=133603&d=1246507113

[The Singing Chef]

take another look

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=133603&d=1246507113

It goes well with your eyes....:love: hahahahahahaha na ill just stick with the good old polar fleece cock warmer i carry around with me..

[TOTO]

It goes well with your eyes....:love: hahahahahahaha na ill just stick with the good old polar fleece cock warmer i carry around with me..

Na man, mankini is where it is. Even the AA of NZ approves...

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=135474&d=1248263222

[The Singing Chef]

Haha awesome, where did the half naked girl come from?

[TOTO]

Haha awesome, where did the half naked girl come from?

Back when Mt. Eden Motorcycle existed, they were having an annual bikini bike wash. Check my facebook for more...

[The Singing Chef]

Back when Mt. Eden Motorcycle existed, they were having an annual bikini bike wash. Check my facebook for more...

Explains the smile haha, and i might just do that... back in 5

[The Singing Chef]

Who's on for tonight?

[fizbin]

Na man, mankini is where it is. Even the AA of NZ approves...

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=135474&d=1248263222

ROFL that brings back some memories! you sick pupy:laugh:

[TOTO]

ROFL that brings back some memories! you sick pupy:laugh:

You sicker than I ever was Fizzy. When are you going to come and say hi ?

[OutForADuck]

Sorry I didn't make ti last night.. I'm not in country at the mo so hope you understand :-).

Bet it was a good night, the weather seemed to be playing ball nicely.

[The Singing Chef]

Hey guys, just posted this on the SASS thread:

Nass and Sass

Hey guys, i hail from Nass.

Haven't asked any Nass guys yet but since we are in the "quieter" months i thought it would be cool to do a one off combined Nass/Sass night, trade secrets, have competitions, and enjoy a nice cold beer afterwards.

Just a thought, though i think it would be really cool and a lot of fun!!

what are your thoughts?

[Armi]

what are your thoughts?

I'm down with that

[The Singing Chef]

sweet i'll look for a carpark that we can hoon around in, how was your ride bro? and im in for tonight

[Armi]

It was good. Didn't take any breaks so I started to get a bit sore towards the end. Tyres are likely to be properly scrubbed in now :yes:

And I took that road you suggested starting from the SH16 side. Couple of corners that went on for a bit longer than I was expecting to give me a little fright

[skelig]

Im keen for that tonight:yes:

[auvicua]

Hope the kid who crashed his bike got home ok？:yes:
And 会讲中文的Todd在哪里？:laugh:

[Armi]

Hope the kid who crashed his bike got home ok?:yes:

Yeah, I made it home alright. Wrist is still sore as a bastard so I might need to get an xray tomorrow :(

[racefactory]

Hope the kid who crashed his bike got home ok？:yes:
And 会讲中文的Todd在哪里？:laugh:

呵呵是我！除了那个小事故以外今晚过得很好-下周见！

At least the bike has screw all damage and you didn't have to learn losing the front the hard way into a ditch or oncoming traffic! That's what it's all about I reckon eh.

[LankyBastard]

Yeah, I made it home alright. Wrist is still sore as a bastard so I might need to get an xray tomorrow :(

Let us know how the x-ray turns out! And I wouldn't want to make a habit of unloading a bike on your steep driveway!

I'm off my bike for a bit now too, had a car pull an illegal u-turn directly in front of me this afternoon, so the poor zx-6r is currently missing most of it's front fairing and is in the dealers getting assessed. Luckily the car driver owned up and neither of us got hurt. And I knew there was a reason I hated riding in the central city.....

See you all as soon as I can!

[TOTO]

bad luck guys. sorry to hear about your accident. Everyone keep your eyes open :shit:

[The Singing Chef]

That sucks man, so soon too :no: Wish you all the best for your recovery bro!! and for your bike too

[Armi]

Went to the doctors today, they said the xray looked fine so off I went to uni when I got a call. Upon closer inspection I had a very small fracture. Sat a physics test left handed, teacher will enjoy that and now I have a cast on. No riding for a couple of weeks.

I also inspected my bike cause I noticed the right foot peg was on a slight angle. It's mounting plate thing has cracked :angry2:

[OutForADuck]

Guys, Sorry to hear about your off's. Glad that both of you are ok (well not at least too badly damaged).

Debrief your accidents in your head, look for the things (plural) that went wrong leading up to the falls. You will find something that changes the way you ride, makes you safer. Remember there is always more than one thing that contributed to the fall, not just the most obvious one.

Hope to see you all back soon.

[LankyBastard]

I think it could be just cause to fit a nice loud exhaust :shifty: Should hear back on Monday whether they will repair it or replace it with a new one. Just beware of black Primera's swerving accross your lane over double yellow lines....fail.

[Armi]

Let us know how the x-ray turns out! And I wouldn't want to make a habit of unloading a bike on your steep driveway!

I'm off my bike for a bit now too, had a car pull an illegal u-turn directly in front of me this afternoon, so the poor zx-6r is currently missing most of it's front fairing and is in the dealers getting assessed. Luckily the car driver owned up and neither of us got hurt. And I knew there was a reason I hated riding in the central city.....

See you all as soon as I can!

Gah that sucks... And thanks again for getting me and my bike home :niceone:

[p.dath]

I noticed CycleTreads have a big special on first aid kits and tools kits (that can fit under your seat) for today only.
Note that these are online specials.

http://www.cycletreads.co.nz/products/462-pit_accessories/4153-oxford_first_aid_kit.aspx?oneday=true
(http://www.cycletreads.co.nz/products/462-pit_accessories/4153-oxford_first_aid_kit.aspx?oneday=true)

http://www.cycletreads.co.nz/products/212-tools/3100-oxford_under_seat_tool_kit.aspx?oneday=true

[TOTO]

you can get them in store too. come and say hi :)

[LankyBastard]

Hi guys,

Doesn't look like i'll be able to make it this evening, bike is still in the shop and parts have to come from Japan, so i'm off the road for around 3 weeks. Luckily the KTM is going strong so not off two wheels all together!

Have a good evening and i'll see you all again as soon as possible.

Oh and no more damaged bikes or bones please.

[English Kiwi]

Sorry guys, i'm out too...

I have a new cage I wanna try out :) hahaha next week for sure though :)

Have a good night!

Oh and like Ash said, no broken bikes or bones please :)

[Honor3]

Yay I got my full licence yesterday!

[LankyBastard]

Yay I got my full licence yesterday!

Congrats! Any idea where you will be headed to bike wise now?

[p.dath]

Yay I got my full licence yesterday!

Well done!

[Honor3]

I reckon eventually a bigger cruiser would be cool I love the Venox but I get a bit left behind on passing on hills.

[OutForADuck]

Yay I got my full licence yesterday!

congrats dude

[The Everlasting]

are we on for tonight?

[p.dath]

are we on for tonight?

We are always on.

[Neon]

Let us know how the x-ray turns out! And I wouldn't want to make a habit of unloading a bike on your steep driveway!

I'm off my bike for a bit now too, had a car pull an illegal u-turn directly in front of me this afternoon, so the poor zx-6r is currently missing most of it's front fairing and is in the dealers getting assessed. Luckily the car driver owned up and neither of us got hurt. And I knew there was a reason I hated riding in the central city.....

See you all as soon as I can!

Oh dear.

:facepalm:

[OutForADuck]

Guys,
I won't be making it along tonight. working later and also been levelled most of the week with a flu so when I finally get extracted from work I'll be heading home to the warmth I think.

Take care and enjoy.

[shonofear]

mmm, rugby or ride... wanna finally have a ride with the NASS crew but weather dosent look that flash so may resort to the couch.

[The Singing Chef]

mmm, rugby or ride... wanna finally have a ride with the NASS crew but weather dosent look that flash so may resort to the couch.

weather is supposed to be alright for the rest of the night, i may go and set up some markers early at the carpark if anyone is keen to come in early and help.

[p.dath]

I'll be along as usual.

How about we do some random tyre pressure checks tonight. How about some people bring along some tyres gauges.

[blatz]

Must have missed the group by about 10 mins, stink. What did you all do tonight?

[p.dath]

Must have missed the group by about 10 mins, stink. What did you all do tonight?

You should have just come along to the car park in Albany then. We did a Gymkhana style course (slow bike skills).

[LankyBastard]

Ok guys and gals, looks like the best evening we've had in a while, would be good to see a quality turn out tonight! And come next week we can get back into longer rides with the kind help of daylight savings....

See you all there! :yes: :yes: :yes: :yes: :scooter:

[hanham]

Shock horror, I might be along tonight, finishing in Muriwai about 7pm so will see you all at the carpark with a bit of luck.

[p.dath]

I'm looking forward to tonight. The weather is looking good!

[hanham]

How do you change the comment by your kiwibiker name, mine says L-Plate Rider and I am bug..... as to where you change it. Have looked through my profile settings.

[LankyBastard]

How do you change the comment by your kiwibiker name, mine says L-Plate Rider and I am bug..... as to where you change it. Have looked through my profile settings.

You can't change it, you just need to post up more replies to threads.... :woohoo:

[OutForADuck]

How do you change the comment by your kiwibiker name, mine says L-Plate Rider and I am bug..... as to where you change it. Have looked through my profile settings.

You can't change it until you have more credits on the site.. as Lanky says.. post more and get more bling.

Hopefully see all of you tonight.. although might see how I'm feeling.. only just shifting this damn flu and don't want to encourage the bastard back again with cold air et al.

See you there.

[p.dath]

Bugger. :crybaby: Warmed the bike up to come out tonight and disocvered my front head light is blown.

I'll try and come along in a car to the car park. :drinkup:

[MarkW]

Greetings all,

working hard in Auckland this week so, all being well, I'll be at Albany this coming wednesday night (September 28th).

MarkW

[brnstr]

Hey guys,

Have just seen this and looks like a great idea i would love to learn some skills and maybe get some help with what i could be doing wrong... Is it cool for anyone to just rock on up and participate?

Cheers
Bronson

[MarkW]

Anyone is welcome to turn up to NASS - the evening is totally targetted at new riders. Best if you and your bike are road legal but apart from that what you ride is not important. It's a fun evening, normally runs wet or fine (thanks to the instructors who keep turning up) and riders can get as much (or as little) as they want from it. Shell Servo at Westgate for a ride that ends up at the Albany Megacentre so read Post #1 for the details - these haven't changed.

[p.dath]

Greetings all,

working hard in Auckland this week so, all being well, I'll be at Albany this coming wednesday night (September 28th).

MarkW

Mate, it will be really good to see you!


Anyone is welcome to turn up to NASS - the evening is totally targetted at new riders. Best if you and your bike are road legal but apart from that what you ride is not important.

Since the Police Motorcycle Highway Patrol come along from time to time to help, you had better make sure the bike is road legal ...

[blatz]

What was the event coming up in October that was mentioned last Wednesday by one of the guys who said he'd run over a kid outside a school :gob:

[The Singing Chef]

Haha i'm not the one who ran over a kid.... but there is an ART day on the 2nd of October, or on the 15th there is a Gymkhana course down in Taupo is that the one you were referring to?

[p.dath]

What was the event coming up in October that was mentioned last Wednesday by one of the guys who said he'd run over a kid outside a school :gob:

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/142405-AMCC-ART-2nd-October-2011-(First-of-the-season!)

You can read more about it here.
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/wiki/AMCC_Advanced_Rider_Training

[hanham]

Hi yall, who is up for a long ride this Wed, leaving at 6.30pm from Shell Westgate (for those not familar this is in addition to the 7pm ride and goes up Old North Rd to Kaukop and then around to Albany).

[Jeeves]

Yea if I make it in time I'm in.

[The Singing Chef]

Hi yall, who is up for a long ride this Wed, leaving at 6.30pm from Shell Westgate (for those not familar this is in addition to the 7pm ride and goes up Old North Rd to Kaukop and then around to Albany).

I'm in :woohoo:

[LankyBastard]

Sounds good, i'll be keen as if I get my bike back from the shop! Otherwise it will depend if Becca is happy sitting on the back all the way....

[blatz]

Haha i'm not the one who ran over a kid.... but there is an ART day on the 2nd of October, or on the 15th there is a Gymkhana course down in Taupo is that the one you were referring to?

Yeah I think it was the ART one, thanks Chef. I'll follow that link p.dath has posted up for me.

[brnstr]

ey guys keen as first time to come along do i just go to the service station???????

[LankyBastard]

ey guys keen as first time to come along do i just go to the service station???????

Yep you sure do, meet us there (Shell Westgate) at 6.30pm. Although most turn up closer to 6.50 these days....

[TOTO]

Hey Guys and girls, good turnout yesterday. Glad to see most of the riders be it new or more experienced give the exercises a go. As mentioned at the gas station , I had my camera with me and took a video of the ride and here is some of you on video. Not the best quality due to the low light conditions but still not a bad effort. :)

If someone would like me to take a video of them specifically next time I can just stick behind you all the way (as only honda riders can :p), just let me know at the gas station before we depart. :niceone:

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/WSUTWjFGM4s" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/B0NsNVRZfeU" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

[RUSS]

Nice camera setup toto. Pity you weren’t behind me heading out to Raglan a few weeks ago. You could have caught the last moments of the TRX. Turns out those tyres aren't unbelievably good in the wet after all. Total loss.

[p.dath]

Thanks for your efforts Toto.

[TOTO]

Nice camera setup toto. Pity you weren’t behind me heading out to Raglan a few weeks ago. You could have caught the last moments of the TRX. Turns out those tyres aren't unbelievably good in the wet after all. Total loss.

Bugger about that nice bike bud. Hope you had insurance.

[ajessep]

I'll be along as usual.

How about we do some random tyre pressure checks tonight. How about some people bring along some tyres gauges.


grrr just joined kiwibiker and cannot seem to subscribe the forums. i'm not blonde either. can you help me join this forum?

[The Singing Chef]

Hey guys, can't make it on wednesday.

So if someone wants to hold some balls in their hands, feel free to PM me and pop in to pick them up.

Happy riding!!:scooter:

[Sly_guy]

grrr just joined kiwibiker and cannot seem to subscribe the forums. i'm not blonde either. can you help me join this forum?

Hang on ? maybe it's me after a long day, but doesn't the fact that you've been able to post a message on here mean you're already a member?

if so.. Congratulations !

One assumes you'll be coming along to this Wed evening ?

[TOTO]

Great to see all of you who turned up to the ART day. Some cool stories were heard and sounded like most of you got what you came for and learned heaps about your bikes and your riding, and had fun.

Cheers to Greg and the team at AMCC for putting on another fantastic event and keep them coming. Share stories on wednesday hopefully.

[p.dath]

grrr just joined kiwibiker and cannot seem to subscribe the forums. i'm not blonde either. can you help me join this forum?

What happens when you try to join?

[RUSS]

Well I was going to came along tonight, but my luck continues and yesterday the work bike went away on a tow truck.

[TOTO]

Well I was going to came along tonight, but my luck continues and yesterday the work bike went away on a tow truck.

were you braking all your toys when you were a kid ?

[RUSS]

were you braking all your toys when you were a kid ?

Strangely no, but mum and dad gave me quite new toys while the police decided it is ok to have me riding a seven year old bike with 90k on the clock. Now 90k is not a lot for a BMW touring bike, but it hasn't been riden like a tourer has it. As for my poor TRX, my bad. I miss it. It wasn't the fastest bike I have ever owned, but it was the most fun.

[TOTO]

Hey guys organising a ride on sunday leaving at Cycletreads. Ride is going to Mangawahi. :yes:

FACEBOOK EVENT LINK - http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=236779666370895&view=wall&notif_t=event_wall

Aimed at new riders or experienced riders that feel like a nice gentel cruise. :ride:
If anyone is feeling like a cruise rock up at Treads at 9am or 9:30am on sunday. Briefing is at 9:50am and leaving time is 10am.

Link for aproximate route - http://maps.google.co.nz/maps?saddr=72+barrys+point&daddr=ALBANY+to%3A-36.56867%2C174.47605+to%3A-36.27008%2C174.58326+to%3AMangawhai%2C+Northland&hl=en&ll=-36.417967%2C174.631805&spn=0.563599%2C0.883026&sll=-36.271957%2C174.624939&sspn=0.274578%2C0.441513&geocode=FfWKzv0dDbdqCimLhTIv0zkNbTGYZLiehsnOyg%3BF Uqbz_0dSa9pCik7_dfz8TsNbTEAsaJDYe8ABQ%3BFaIB0v0dEk tmCg%3BFQCQ1v0d3O1nCg%3BFRLC2P0distnCimZ7oXX4JQMbT Gg3qJDYe8ABQ&t=m&z=10&vpsrc=6

[p.dath]

Well I was going to came along tonight, but my luck continues and yesterday the work bike went away on a tow truck.

Your are having a crap time of it. Hopefully they'll repair/replace it for you.

[RUSS]

Your are having a crap time of it. Hopefully they'll repair/replace it for you.

Yeah, I had just told JK the day before that the bike was too long in the tooth and wouldn't last long.

[p.dath]

Last night I mentioned that from October 1st 2011 that there is no longer a 70Km/h speed restrictions for those on a learners licence, and there was some debate about it.

The change is contained in the "Land Transport (Driver Licensing) Amendment Rule 2011 (SR 2011/306)". You can read it here:
http://www.legislation.govt.nz/regulation/public/2011/0306/11.0/DLM3956503.html#DLM3956503

Specifically, it repeals the existing legislation with regard to the 70km/h restriction, and simply replaces it with this text (which no longer mentions any speed restriction):


Clause 16(1) is amended by revoking paragraph (d) and substituting the following paragraph:
“(d) in the case of a Class 6L licence, where the holder is riding a motorcycle, the holder—
“(i) must—
“(A) ride an approved motorcycle; and
“(B) display on the vehicle an ‘L’ plate as specified in clause 66; and
“(ii) must not—
“(A) ride between the hours of 10 pm and 5 am; or
“(B) use the motorcycle to tow another vehicle; or
“(C) carry another person on the motorcycle or in a sidecar attached to the motorcycle.”

[Attis]

So what is the "approved motorcycle"? Any cc limit?

[Devil]

So what is the "approved motorcycle"? Any cc limit?

There is seperate legislation to deal with that. The LAMS scheme has not yet been brought in, so yes, a road legal bike up to 250cc.

[Attis]

Ah and find the answer...

“approved motorcycle means the make and model of any motorcycle that—

“(a) has an engine capacity of 250 cc or less, unless the Agency has prohibited the use of that make and model of motorcycle by notice published on the Agency's Internet site; or

“(b) has an engine capacity of more than 250 cc but not more than 660 cc and a power-to-weight ratio of not more than 150 kilowatts per tonne and is approved for use by the Agency by notice published on the Agency's Internet site.

http://www.legislation.govt.nz/regulation/public/2011/0306/11.0/DLM3956501.html

[oracle]

grrr just joined kiwibiker and cannot seem to subscribe the forums. i'm not blonde either. can you help me join this forum?

If you mean you want to receive emails when there has been posts on this thread, go to settings in the top right hand side of the page, then general settings on the left and set it how you want through the drop-down menu next to "Default Thread Subscription Mode:" otherwise you are doing everything right :)

[TOTO]

Hey Guys and girls here is a link to the Learner friendly ride we have organised for tomorrow. It will be a good day for a ride - http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=2898&day=2011-10-9&c=all

[TOTO]

should be a nice night for a ride today :)

[Clean_up]

should be a nice night for a ride today :)

Ya think? :P wouldnt mind a little :sunny:

[quattro]

Ya think? :P wouldnt mind a little :sunny:

Son of a bitch is up there somewhere...

[OutForADuck]

I'm back in the country, but weather aside looks like I will be working late today. If you guys make it out.. have a good one.

[Clean_up]

I'm back in the country, but weather aside looks like I will be working late today. If you guys make it out.. have a good one.

Welcome back! How was the MotoGP?

[OutForADuck]

Welcome back! How was the MotoGP?

MotoGP = Fantastic
Watching AllBlacks beat the Wallabies in a Melb Pub = Priceless
Shopping, drinking, dinning = all good filers.

[Ntoxcated]

MotoGP = Fantastic
Watching AllBlacks beat the Wallabies in a Melb Pub = Priceless
Shopping, drinking, dinning = all good filers.

+1 :drinkup:

[BoristheBiter]

MotoGP = Fantastic
Watching AllBlacks beat the Wallabies in a Melb Pub = Priceless
Shopping, drinking, dinning = all good filers.


+1 :drinkup:

+1

that emoticon was from Sat night right?:

[Devil]

MotoGP = Fantastic
Watching AllBlacks beat the Wallabies in a Melb Pub = Priceless
Shopping, drinking, dinning = all good filers.

Sounds like you had the same weekend I did.
The Island was freezing!

[The Everlasting]

Anyone heading in from the titirangi area? We could ride there together...

[OutForADuck]

Sounds like you had the same weekend I did.
The Island was freezing!

it was... but layers... its always cold or wet or both at the island for MotoGP.

[shanks]

Anyone heading in from the titirangi area? We could ride there together...
Hey mate,
I'd be keen.
Im in Avondale/New Lynn. But got exams till the 9th Nov...eek!

[The Singing Chef]

Hey mate,
I'd be keen.
Im in Avondale/New Lynn. But got exams till the 9th Nov...eek!

When I get my license back we can ride in together, I'm in Waterview/GnRoad

[shanks]

When I get my license back we can ride in together, I'm in Waterview/GnRoad

Sounds Good!
Howd you lose your licence?

[The Singing Chef]

Sounds Good!
Howd you lose your licence?

The cop thought I was going to fast, I think he needed to relax a little. haha

[RUSS]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JANYxVn0O-M

[p.dath]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JANYxVn0O-M

Haha. I was wondering how the air intake was working. A nice simple mode for the exhaust and air intake. Wouldn't want to stall though ...

[thehovel]

It would seem that we have a new pub(New Brew)at the other end of William Pickering. From Albany down Bush Rd to the lights at Rosedale, turn right along to the roundabout, turn left and the NEW BREW is first driveway on the left. Good off street parking,covered out side area and we are the only ones there. They shut the pub after we left. Only down side is the food is restricted to chips but if we make it our pub they may expand the menu. Regards Richard

[RUSS]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XY87sKKJxt4

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tF7r69Yst-s

[p.dath]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XY87sKKJxt4

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tF7r69Yst-s

It's interesting to see the amount of power being applied during the 180. How far apart are those cones in the 180 section? 3m? And I assume the rear brake light during that section is the rear brake being used?

Are those brakes interlocked, or independent?

[thehovel]

The brakes are NOT interlocked, an after market mod for the Police. In the cone weaving take note how much the forks compress this is a sign that they are moving very quick!!!! Looks like next weeks play??? Regards Richard

[RUSS]

It's interesting to see the amount of power being applied during the 180. How far apart are those cones in the 180 section? 3m? And I assume the rear brake light during that section is the rear brake being used?

Are those brakes interlocked, or independent?

I keep meaning to get the diagrams from the instructor. I will ask tomorrow about the distances. The front and rear are linked, but the front is not activated when you use the rear (front braking aplies the rear but not the other way round).

250666

[p.dath]

The brakes are NOT interlocked, an after market mod for the Police. In the cone weaving take note how much the forks compress this is a sign that they are moving very quick!!!! Looks like next weeks play??? Regards Richard

I'd be interested in trying the 180's. They look difficult.

[BoristheBiter]

I'd be interested in trying the 180's. They look difficult.

Easy as on my XR, don't think i would so easy on the gixxer. Usually i need the whole road to do a 180.:facepalm:

[RUSS]

What an awesome day for a ride. Pitty I had the camera too law and it was northlands roadworks day. And if anyone plans to go to Woodcocks soon watch out for the loose chip all ove the corners. Just the corners, like someone doesn't like bikers.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yI2ahruy-sQ

[p.dath]

What an awesome day for a ride. Pitty I had the camera too law and it was northlands roadworks day. And if anyone plans to go to Woodcocks soon watch out for the loose chip all ove the corners. Just the corners, like someone doesn't like bikers.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yI2ahruy-sQ

I almost went out for a ride today when I got home from work. But alas, family commitments meant I had to stay home. I haven't been out to Woodcocks in a long time.

[TOTO]

Nice vid Russ. Poor cars tho, being followed by a bunch of police bikers. Must have been a few sweaty palms lol

[The Singing Chef]

What an awesome day for a ride. Pitty I had the camera too law and it was northlands roadworks day. And if anyone plans to go to Woodcocks soon watch out for the loose chip all ove the corners. Just the corners, like someone doesn't like bikers.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yI2ahruy-sQ

Nice day and great song!!

[BoristheBiter]

What an awesome day for a ride. Pitty I had the camera too law and it was northlands roadworks day. And if anyone plans to go to Woodcocks soon watch out for the loose chip all ove the corners. Just the corners, like someone doesn't like bikers.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yI2ahruy-sQ

Wish I had know that at the weekend.

[Maha]

What an awesome day for a ride. Pitty I had the camera too law and it was northlands roadworks day. And if anyone plans to go to Woodcocks soon watch out for the loose chip all ove the corners. Just the corners, like someone doesn't like bikers.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yI2ahruy-sQ

Thats not Woodcocks road eh?...
What is the David Gilmour/Pink Floyd song?

[Ntoxcated]

The song is "Lost for Words"

[Maha]

Its a wonder I didnt know that. I have Division Bells.

[The Singing Chef]

Its a wonder I didnt know that. I have Division Bells.

That's the one album I don't have :-(

[RUSS]

Thats not Woodcocks road eh?...
What is the David Gilmour/Pink Floyd song?

No the road in the vid is heading east from SH1 somewhere North East of Te Hana. Could have been out toward Mangawhai. We did do Westcoast/Woodcocks though.

[BoristheBiter]

No the road in the vid is heading east from SH1 somewhere North East of Te Hana. Could have been out toward Mangawhai. We did do Westcoast/Woodcocks though.

Kaiwaka-Mangawhai Rd

[Jezxa]

I'm keen to come along to this.

Do you usually meet at westgate and ride to Albany? Or is it fine if I turn up at Albany?

:cool:

[Maha]

Kaiwaka-Mangawhai Rd

Yes you're right...just coming into Mangawhai at the end.
It was posted on another thread as being Woodcocks road.

[The Singing Chef]

I'm keen to come along to this.

Do you usually meet at westgate and ride to Albany? Or is it fine if I turn up at Albany?

:cool:

You can turn up to albany at maybe 7.10ish? We are in the carpark with BK at the top end of the carpark. Or you can meet at Westgate and come for a ride with us :niceone:

[OutForADuck]

Guys, I"m not going to make it tonight as I am still a little niggly from having a large molar pulled yesterday.

Pity because it looks like a brilliant evening for a ride. Take care and have fun.

[The Everlasting]

I also wanted to come out,but the battery on my bike is gone,and no shops stock the one I need,there's like a weeks wait!!

Sucks cos it's such a nice day.

[p.dath]

I'm keen to come along to this.

Do you usually meet at westgate and ride to Albany? Or is it fine if I turn up at Albany?

:cool:

Yes and Yes.

[B17DUF]

Hey guys and girls,

Was thinking about coming to tomorrow nights N.A.S.S, have started using my bike to commute to work and realised that my slow speed skills are pretty rusty (Crap) to say the least. Hopefully you guys can give me a few tips and hints to get me back on the right path.

Will be heading straight to Albany as wont make it to Westgate for 7pm, plan on getting there for 7.15ish (Will that be ok)

Look forward to meeting some fellow bikers

Duff

(Will be on a Silver ZX636R)

[p.dath]

...
Was thinking about coming to tomorrow nights N.A.S.S, have started using my bike to commute to work and realised that my slow speed skills are pretty rusty (Crap) to say the least. Hopefully you guys can give me a few tips and hints to get me back on the right path.
...

We'll see you there. The more the merrier.

[The Singing Chef]

We'll see you there. The more the merrier.

My bike is working this time :facepalm:

[GPXchick]

Hi guys see you all tonight! for the first time this year i have a wed night off :)

[English Kiwi]

Hi guys see you all tonight! for the first time this year i have a wed night off :)

Whoo :Punk: Will see you tonight then :)

[LankyBastard]

24 degrees, fine, sunny, who cares about wind, looking forward to a good long ride out tonight! :msn-wink:

[The Singing Chef]

24 degrees, fine, sunny, who cares about wind, looking forward to a good long ride out tonight! :msn-wink:

A Woodcocks loop to Albany? Sounds good!! haha

[Maha]

mmmmm interesting.

[The Singing Chef]

mmmmm interesting.

You going to pop down Mark?

[Maha]

You going to pop down Mark?

If I can get a pass...:shifty:

[The Singing Chef]

:laugh::niceone:
If I can get a pass...:shifty:

[Maha]

Pass has been granted, but by crikey its a blowin' out there at the moment...:confused:

[The Singing Chef]

Pass has been granted, but by crikey its a blowin' out there at the moment...:confused:

Can't be as bad as the Cape!! Haha see you soon mate! :niceone: Thanks Mom!!

[Maha]

Can't be as bad as the Cape!! Haha see you soon mate! :niceone: Thanks Mom!!

7:00pm leave time for Albany shop place?..as per post #1?

[The Singing Chef]

7:00pm leave time for Albany shop place?..as per post #1?

Yep, we get there around 6.30 and talk crap for 30 mins. generally leave bang on 7 or just after

[LankyBastard]

Sounds like a plan, and the more we get the better!

[Maha]

I know how to talk crap now, I've just been reading how to on another thread.

[LankyBastard]

I know how to talk crap now, I've just been reading how to on another thread.

And practised 9745 times?

[Maha]

And practised 9745 times?

...its perfected now...:eek:

[LankyBastard]

...its perfected now...:eek:

Good to hear of solid proof for practise makes perfect :niceone:

[Maha]

Can't be as bad as the Cape!! Haha see you soon mate! :niceone: Thanks Mom!!

Not going to make it...:no:
Next Week.

[thehovel]

Mathew Txt me 02102783488 I have something of yours. Regards Richard

[Hellzie]

Thanks for the great evening tonight everyone! It was great to meet you all, can't wait till next week for some more fun! Good thing about being crap at the slow stuff is I can only get better... Hehehe

[TOTO]

Well didn't catch many of you as was headed to Woodcocks road to catch you all up there. Just get to Woodcocock and get message that plan B has taken place and everyone at carpark :facepalm:

Oh well had a nice wee ride tho. Catch you all next week.

[The Singing Chef]

Well didn't catch many of you as was headed to Woodcocks road to catch you all up there. Just get to Woodcocock and get message that plan B has taken place and everyone at carpark :facepalm:

Oh well had a nice wee ride tho. Catch you all next week.

Sorry about that, got stuck waiting for the rest of the group so just did old north. I will do a woodcock run next week and leave at 6.30 if you are keen

[The Singing Chef]

Not going to make it...:no:
Next Week.

I will lead an early woodcock run from 6.30 at westgate, do you want to meet there or do woodcock twice?

[LankyBastard]

Earlier ride through woodcocks sounds good to me!

[The Singing Chef]

Earlier ride through woodcocks sounds good to me!

can actually plan it out this time haha

[TOTO]

Earlier ride through woodcocks sounds good to me!

i'm game too.

[The Singing Chef]

i'm game too.

Cool, it's go then! :Punk:

[The Singing Chef]

Hey guys,

Since I want to leave at 6.30pm on the dot, I will do a quick ride briefing now:

- If I feel the need for a marker on a corner I will point to the corner and the person behind pulls safely onto the side pointing in the direction of the leader.

- No dangerous passing maneuvers, or overtaking the leader.

- If there is a problem with somebody's bike and they need to slow down, slow down with them until the leader has been notified and then we can sort out a solution.

- No one goes behind TEC

- Enjoy the ride.

Here is a link to the directions: http://g.co/maps/mbvh7

Takes approx 1hr 21m so we would get to Albany carpark at around 8pm

[Maha]

I will meet you at Kaukop (by the public toilets :shifty:) and slot in somewhere at the rear.:corn:
I leave the ride at Mahu Collage Warkworth.:yes:

[The Singing Chef]

I will meet you at Kaukop (by the public toilets :shifty:) and slot in somewhere at the rear.:corn:
I leave the ride at Mahu Collage Warkworth.:yes:

You aren't coming through to NASS?

[Maha]

You aren't coming through to NASS?

Where is the ride leaving from?
The Albany shops car park by Briscoes?

[The Singing Chef]

Where is the ride leaving from?
The Albany shops car park by Briscoes?

Leave from BP in Westgate, then end up in Albany Carpark till around 8.30ish then get a beer afterwards.

Though may be more time efficient to leave at Warkworth?

[Maha]

Leave from BP in Westgate, then end up in Albany Carpark till around 8.30ish then get a beer afterwards.

Though may be more time efficient to leave at Warkworth?

Im with ya now, yes I will leave at Warkworth (doing woodcocks twice) and have some tea...shall be hungry by then.

[The Singing Chef]

Im with ya now, yes I will leave at Warkworth (doing woodcocks twice) and have some tea...shall be hungry by then.

Cool will see you then :scooter:

[thehovel]

I have beem summoned by my daughter in Levin to get here. So I will be missing until Janurary 2012 Merry Xmass & Happy new year Richard

[The Singing Chef]

I have beem summoned by my daughter in Levin to get here. So I will be missing until Janurary 2012 Merry Xmass & Happy new year Richard

Extended Holiday! :sunny: Have a good one mate, we will see you when you get back!

[p.dath]

Extended Holiday! :sunny: Have a good one mate, we will see you when you get back!

Do you still have the other tennis balls? If so, bring them along to the service station and I'll grab them off you for the car park.

[The Singing Chef]

Do you still have the other tennis balls? If so, bring them along to the service station and I'll grab them off you for the car park.

Yep will bring them in mate

[BoristheBiter]

Hey guys,

Since I want to leave at 6.30pm on the dot, I will do a quick ride briefing now:

- If I feel the need for a marker on a corner I will point to the corner and the person behind pulls safely onto the side pointing in the direction of the leader.

- No dangerous passing maneuvers, or overtaking the leader.

- If there is a problem with somebody's bike and they need to slow down, slow down with them until the leader has been notified and then we can sort out a solution.

- No one goes behind TEC

- Enjoy the ride.

Here is a link to the directions: http://g.co/maps/mbvh7

Takes approx 1hr 21m so we would get to Albany carpark at around 8pm

Not to put a halt to your plans but last time we did woodcocks (20-11-11) it was covered in gravel and the repairs were falling apart to. all on corners.
You might want to check what state it is in before heading up.

[Maha]

I will try and check it out this afternoon, failing that, I will check the condition Tomorrow on the way to Kaukop.

[The Singing Chef]

That would suck, thanks maha