Wellington Rideouts - Where next?

[manakau.KTM]

I'm just packing a lunch as well. If I'm late I'll wait at the summit.

[pete376403]

Beautiful morning but the wind came up a bit this afternoon. Lots of bikes on the 'Tukas and at Martinborough.

Nice trip out to White Rock, sea was flat calm.

[BMWST?]

Beautiful morning but the wind came up a bit this afternoon. Lots of bikes on the 'Tukas and at Martinborough.

Nice trip out to White Rock, sea was flat calm.

yes was quite windy this afternoon,saw quite a big group of "off road" BMW models(HP2 and 650 Dakar were recognised) in lower hutt at about 10:20 this morning,then quite a few Harleys heading over the Haywards

[pampa]

Ok I made it safe home having only to restart the bike 50 times to get to road, but on the road it went ok. I guess is just a BMW thing it works well on the road off road is a but reluctant :killingme

BTW Thanks Andy for the invitation

[manakau.KTM]

good to hear you made it home ok. once we were under way again, Mark got in the way of Steve's wall of death routine and so Steve had to limp home. Mark escorted him out leaving Andy and I to continue. 7 started and only 2 of us reached the hut. Not the best stats. Mark came back in and we finished a great ride. Thanks again Andy.

[Box'a'bits]

good to hear you made it home ok. once we were under way again, Mark got in the way of Steve's wall of death routine and so Steve had to limp home. Mark escorted him out leaving Andy and I to continue. 7 started and only 2 of us reached the hut. Not the best stats. Mark came back in and we finished a great ride. Thanks again Andy.

Just made it back from A&E. Broken some ribs & have some fluid (probably blood) around the left lung. They decided that they weren't going to stab me with a bloody big needle to draw that out after I broke down & pleaded pitifully with them. That needle belongs at the vets, not a hospital...So I'm home now :niceone: I'll do a ride report in a bit

[Shewolf]

Gasp....no word on Gus yet....is he...ok...?? :weep:

[Eddieb]

Gasp....no word on Gus yet....is he...ok...?? :weep:

and did anyone get your wall of death routine on video?

Hope you're doing ok.

[bart]

Ouch....just what you don't need leading into Summer.

[Box'a'bits]

Gasp....no word on Gus yet....is he...ok...?? :weep:


and did anyone get your wall of death routine on video?

Hope you're doing ok.


Ouch....just what you don't need leading into Summer.
No one had on board video. Gus is doing fine. Just a few more battle scars (minor contusions on the boxer's face). He's tough. Here's the write up over on the Gus thread (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=20115907&postcount=1133)

[Shewolf]

awww I was wincing through that write up. This is were Gentlemanly ways are a disadvantage at A&E. You need some diva with ya mate! Oh thats right...Rain God was up the Tron eh :lol:

Hope you feeling better soon, but ribs..... ow :(

[pampa]

No one had on board video. Gus is doing fine. Just a few more battle scars (minor contusions on the boxer's face). He's tough. Here's the write up over on the Gus thread (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=20115907&postcount=1133)

Jeez, hope you get better soon :headbang:

I'm still trying to figure out what's wrong with the bike. Later yesterday the bike didn't start at all, it may be fuel pump related ...

[Rosie]

Just made it back from A&E. Broken some ribs & have some fluid (probably blood) around the left lung. They decided that they weren't going to stab me with a bloody big needle to draw that out after I broke down & pleaded pitifully with them. That needle belongs at the vets, not a hospital...So I'm home now :niceone: I'll do a ride report in a bit

Ugh, not good... hope you heal up quick.
Ask Mandy to get you some Monty Python DVDs, to cheer you up and help keep your mind off the ribs :laugh::pinch:

[Woodman]

Oh no about the ribs. Time is the only thing to heal them

What is it with the Welly guys and injuries?

[Pampera]

Just made it back from A&E. Broken some ribs & have some fluid (probably blood) around the left lung. They decided that they weren't going to stab me with a bloody big needle to draw that out after I broke down & pleaded pitifully with them. That needle belongs at the vets, not a hospital...So I'm home now :niceone: I'll do a ride report in a bit

Ow. If you recall, my last trip up Odlins to the hut ended up with cracked or broken ribs. As usual I did not determine it was more than just severe bruising until late in the evening, waking up feeling sick, so I got to sit around in A+E until about 0500.
My doctor's advice was to simply stop breathing for about three days and the lack of movement would allow the ribs to knit. Stay breathing and we are talking a month or two...............

As I recall somebody that ride went way up a bank and got stuck (what goes up does not always come down, immediately).

End of that track looking a bit more challenging now.

Michael

[GSers]

Just made it back from A&E. Broken some ribs & have some fluid (probably blood) around the left lung. They decided that they weren't going to stab me with a bloody big needle to draw that out after I broke down & pleaded pitifully with them. That needle belongs at the vets, not a hospital...So I'm home now :niceone: I'll do a ride report in a bit

Welcome to the world of pain, nothing a few months wont fix, actually those broken ribs hurt like sh-t for a few weeks before they start to get better even now I still feel mine. I said I would stay off the bike for 6 months so only a couple more to go.
Take it easy and get well soon :rolleyes::rolleyes:
GSers

[DR Girl]

Just made it back from A&E. Broken some ribs & have some fluid (probably blood) around the left lung. They decided that they weren't going to stab me with a bloody big needle to draw that out after I broke down & pleaded pitifully with them. That needle belongs at the vets, not a hospital...So I'm home now :niceone: I'll do a ride report in a bit

Heal fast Steve . . . a big ouch :doctor: . . . . I could feel your pain just reading your report. You are a hard man alright ! :-)
That's a tough ride to the top!!!:crazy:

[DR Girl]

Welcome to the world of pain, nothing a few months wont fix, actually those broken ribs hurt like sh-t for a few weeks before they start to get better even now I still feel mine. I said I would stay off the bike for 6 months so only a couple more to go.
Take it easy and get well soon :rolleyes::rolleyes:
GSers

You sure do know what it's like Gerard !:shit:

[Box'a'bits]

This is were Gentlemanly ways are a disadvantage at A&E. Hope you feeling better soon, but ribs..... ow :(I had Mandy with me & she was set to give them a bit of a gee-up. But I'd noticed that it didn't get anyone anywhere faster. I probably should have said I was having issues breathing...:shifty:

Jeez, hope you get better soon

Ugh, not good... hope you heal up quick.

Oh no about the ribs. Time is the only thing to heal them. What is it with the Welly guys and injuries?
It's a competition we are having here...

My doctor's advice was to simply stop breathing for about three days
My physchologist has been counselling about following certain religious fixations. I think I'd prefer to keep breathing.

Welcome to the world of painTake it easy and get well soon :rolleyes::rolleyes:
GSers

Heal fast Steve . . . a big ouch :doctor:

Thanks for all the well wishes guys.

[pampa]

a video of my :shifty: short <_< participation on the ride :laugh:

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[pete376403]

Thats pretty good. Not quite Hobbit-like in duration, but the title effects are ok

[manakau.KTM]

I agree. Just imagine the slow motion effects that you could've had, if you'd been there for Steve's attempt at getting some air (with his airhead)

[pampa]

I agree. Just imagine the slow motion effects that you could've had, if you'd been there for Steve's attempt at getting some air (with his airhead)

I have a few more secs of Andy's stop to wait for the rest :yes:

[andy mac]

I have a few more secs of Andy's stop to wait for the rest :yes:

And I thought you were such a nice guy in the editing suite.

[Box'a'bits]

This Saturday 5th Jan, meet at Tui's at Martinborough Square at 10.00am. See Bart's earlier thread (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/155504-Cnut-hill-this-Sat?p=1130458618#post1130458618).

The track into Sutherlands Hutt has some moderate challenges. Cnut Hill is really for more experienced riders with good tyres or skills (pick one). :wacko:

[Eddieb]

One thing I noted when i was last in there, on the longest descent into a stream where you come down the hill with a slight S bend into the stream and once across the stream go about 30 metres on the flat before crossing over again. Just before the right hand bend into the stream someone has cut a trail along the bank to where you cross back over.

You can see it at 6'25" - 6'27" and the other end at 10'13" - 10'20" in this

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[bart]

One thing I noted when i was last in there, on the longest descent into a stream where you come down the hill with a slight S bend into the stream and once across the stream go about 30 metres on the flat before crossing over again. Just before the right hand bend into the stream someone has cut a trail along the bank to where you cross back over.

You can see it at 6'25" - 6'27" and the other end at 10'13" - 10'20" in this



We'll have a look.

Why don't you come along?

[Eddieb]

We'll have a look.

Why don't you come along?

Cause I'm in Hamilton.

[Box'a'bits]

Cause I'm in Hamilton.
Wouldn't stop you if you were keen....:scratch:

[Pampera]

Took the R80GS and Debbie on the 2013 Yamaha Safari over the last week.

At and after the "North Island Invasion of the South" we have talked about finishing off the exploratory reconnaissance we made from Iron Bridge and New Creek to the Mackley River and pushing on to Denniston. We did just that on Saturday afternoon.

Being two up on a big BMW we - and others in the same situation - almost bailed at the steep descent into the Mackley but I applied the "you are either growing or shrinking" motto and decided to go outside my comfort zone. As I had done this to a fairly extreme level the previous day (think Mark S's play areas in the Akatarawa’s) my energy levels were a bit depleted, however I knew that with a decent group of big bikes you can tackle many things by working as a team.

To cut a long story short, we made it, the weather was perfect and the ride is well worth it.

Three pictures show my friend Craig and helpers getting his R100GSPD across the Mackley River, coal measures along the track and a section of round river rocks on one part of the road. This was the last challenge and it was all clear sailing after that. Some very steep and sustained climbs with endless hairpin turns which are quite a challenge two up on a big bike but the R80GS is brilliant. First time I have had it in serious rough going. Its gearing is lower than the 1000 and the engine is smoother and more flexible down low. Good to be back on a 2 valve GS again.

So those Wellington guys thinking about it, this is both doable and a brilliant ride. The caution is it is totally dependent on the river crossing. If the river is up it is not sensible and it goes up (and down) very quickly.

Regards,

Michael

[Aslan]

well done - nice little report and pics - made me envious

[Pampera]

This is why I was initially a little hesitant about committing to the (possibly one way) slope before the Mackley. Selected the trail option down from Big River the day before, thinking I would just walk the bike down the steepest part. The steep part was of such length and angle that getting a large bike down was a multi-person operation at the pinch points. Me, my brand new riding suit and the bike were a little muddy and sweaty a couple of hours later! Debbie did a lot of walking. The steepest steep bit was such that she fell over walking!

It never ceases to surprise me how deep a rut a flat twin can manage but the one at the very end of the tough middle section jammed it completely (the picture with people helping to get it going downhill again). At least you cannot fall off with the bike wedged.

A bit overwhelming at the time but a real feeling of satisfaction recovering beside the State Highway and feeling grateful to those who helped. 5 minutes over the Reefton Saddle or 3 hours by the "short way"!

Michael

[Pampera]

And here is a very wet Maruia Saddle on Day 1. This is a public gravel road, normally a very scenic easy manicured gravel ride, but was closed that day due to the rain,. However the FH Maintenance guy in Murchison said it was OK for bikes. I don't think bridges are meant to work like that!

The flooded straight and flat road is West Bank Road (on the way to Springs Jct) and the Maruia River has overtopped its stop bank. Quite deep and long wet but the R80 chugged through. Not so the two DRZ-400's in the picture (I showed the guys how to do the breather modification that removes this tendancy for this model to stall in deep water) or our friend's Ken and Maria's HP-2. These have an exposed low air intake and this is the second time it has taken a lung full and stopped, but no lasting damage (this time) except for some residual water to turn to steam after draining the majority. Modification coming though!

I don't particularly enjoy getting wet but the rain turned an easy ride into something requiring satisfying effort and made for some very moddy effects. This is I imagine why we do this.

Regards,

Michael

[bart]

Good stuff. Real adventures are never easy.

[Box'a'bits]

Hi Michael, thanks for the RR. Has made me envious. Looks like you had a challenging ride (those are usually the ones you remember fondly) without the issues you have suffered in the past with the Dakar. How is Debbie liking the switch back to the Airhead GS?

[NordieBoy]

A "proper" adventure ride :niceone:

[Pampera]

Hi How is Debbie liking the switch back to the Airhead GS?

Our 650 Dakars set a high standard for pillions in the "adventure" field and this is what she judges the R80 against. She is pretty pleased with it but it needs better hand grips and lower foor pegs. The Dakar had very substantial side handles in jist the right place for hands to drop easily to them. Also a help when manhandling the bike! She also finds the pillion pegs a bit higher than ideal. Both these things can be fixed by modification and I plan to scheme things up. Much, much better than our R80G/S was however, that was just too small and short to be comfortable on the back.

Yes this was a geat ride because of the challenges successfully taken on.

Sorry to be torturing you while you remain in your semi-mobile position.

Regards,
Michael

[Box'a'bits]

Sorry to be torturing you while you remain in your semi-mobile position.Regards, Michael
I'm good with living vicariously at present...

Here's what I was originally going to do. The side handles need to sweep forward a little more though. The stock bar gets lost with luggage.

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-R7UVyFSDpy4/UPPAnZG7HZI/AAAAAAAAM5Y/adqtZ_XJ8BY/s800/Grab%20Handle.jpg

[Padmei]

Nice Michael. good report. Sorry it couldn't have been sunnier for you as it is a special road when the elements are in your favour.

[Pampera]

Nice Michael. good report. Sorry it couldn't have been sunnier for you as it is a special road when the elements are in your favour.

Thanks for that.
I have previously ridden over the Maruia Saddle in good weather so I am scoring this alternative experience as a positive one! It was so wet it made the place really atmospheric.
Denniston was sky blue and calm perfect, with clouds only arriving (coming in from the sea) when we reached our destination at the old incline, followed by a few spots of water and then rain after Westport. One of the reasons that made me decide to push on - how often do you get to be there and in this weather?
Regards,
Michael

[BMWST?]

What day was that(the maruia saddle) We went through on Monday 7th the road was closed officially but they let us through with a warning the Glenroy bridge was damaged and we might have to come back one of the fords was a bit tricky in our 4wds,and the bridge had an approach partially washed out,but they cleared the road for us and let us through.Thursday we did the rainbow and it was raining hard all the way.The rainbow was closed on the monday

[Eddieb]

Welly/Wairarapa gravel ride on Monday if it's fine. It's being organised over here Link to evil social networking site (https://www.facebook.com/groups/AdventureRidinginNZ/)

[manakau.KTM]

Hi Eddie

Some of us old farts don't have any friends so facebook doesn't do it for us.

Cheers

Wayne

[Box'a'bits]

EddieB said 'I'm thinking start with Admirals road out the back of Martinborough which comes out at Gladstone, then depending on time and interest backroads from Gladstone to Riversdale beach via Homewood, with an option for riding up the beach from near Homewood to Riversdale Beach for those who are interested and tides allow'.

Hasn't suggested a start time or meeting point yet. I'm sure he'll chime in eventually

[Eddieb]

Hi Eddie

Some of us old farts don't have any friends so facebook doesn't do it for us.

Cheers

Wayne

Yep, and not everyone is on KB either, it goes both ways.

[dino3310]

Hi Eddie

so facebook



is it just me and my crappy computer or does everyone get a shite load of tracking cookies when on facebook:confused:

[BMWST?]

is it just me and my crappy computer or does everyone get a shite load of tracking cookies when on facebook:confused:

its not just facebook

[Padmei]

Yep, and not everyone is on KB either, it goes both ways.

What??? I don't know anybody that isn't on KB:no:

[Pampera]

What day was that(the maruia saddle)

Thursday 10th January.

Michael

[Eddieb]

What??? I don't know anybody that isn't on KB:no:

You need to get out more.

Looks like 6-7 riders plus me so far on Monday if everyone turns up. Meet at Caltex Rimutaka at 9 for a 9:15 departure.

[Eddieb]

A few picks from today's ride.

Riders assembling at Caltex Rimutaka.
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Photo stop
https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/774617_586756008004709_337589342_o.jpg

Big Col
https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/775044_586756521337991_2000758756_o.jpg

Howie following the pack
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Howie again, regretting taking the optional challenge section
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More here: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.586755438004766.144720.100000109452895&type=1

[gav24]

Hi Eddie,
I'm new to facebook groups so I joined your adv NZ one and now I keep getting every posted message sent to my email. Is there a quick way to fix this other than 'un-joining' which I dont want to do.
Looked like you guys had a good trip out today.
I was very jealous as I attacked the remains of our lawn with the weedeater...:no:

[Eddieb]

Hi Eddie,
I'm new to facebook groups so I joined your adv NZ one and now I keep getting every posted message sent to my email. Is there a quick way to fix this other than 'un-joining' which I dont want to do.
Looked like you guys had a good trip out today.
I was very jealous as I attacked the remains of our lawn with the weedeater...:no:

In FB go into your account settings > Notifications and it will be something in there. I'm not sure what specifically though. I have no control or influence over what you get emailed.

[gav24]

In FB go into your account settings > Notifications and it will be something in there. I'm not sure what specifically though. I have no control or influence over what you get emailed.

Thanks, think I got it now.

[BMWST?]

Thursday 10th January.

Michael

that was the day we went through the raibow

[Pampera]

Any enthusiasm amongst any of the Wellington (or Nelson lurkers) crew for an expedition to the Clarence reserve in the next couple of weeks.

Dates coming up are 26/27 January and 2/3 February (and 9/10 February but I am road riding that weekend so out - for me)

This is a fair weather only route - but big bike suitable when the weather is fair - so I would be making the call to go only when it was clear that the coming Saturday or Sunday was going to be fine.

Last years page has not been updated but I confirmed the 2012/13 dates with the DOC area office.

http://www.doc.govt.nz/about-doc/news/media-releases/2011/summer-4wd-weekends-in-clarence-reserve/

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/145910-Clarence-River-Valley-4WD-Weekends?highlight=clarence+reserve

Michael

[Eddieb]

Any enthusiasm amongst any of the Wellington (or Nelson lurkers) crew for an expedition to the Clarence reserve in the next couple of weeks.

Dates coming up are 26/27 January and 2/3 February (and 9/10 February but I am road riding that weekend so out - for me)

This is a fair weather only route - but big bike suitable when the weather is fair - so I would be making the call to go only when it was clear that the coming Saturday or Sunday was going to be fine.

Last years page has not been updated but I confirmed the 2012/13 dates with the DOC area office.

http://www.doc.govt.nz/about-doc/news/media-releases/2011/summer-4wd-weekends-in-clarence-reserve/

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/145910-Clarence-River-Valley-4WD-Weekends?highlight=clarence+reserve

Michael

I'll be coming back up from Bike Week at Bannockburn on 26/27 so my intention was to spend the night of the 26th in there.

[Eddieb]

This page lists the tentative 2013 dates

http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-visit/marlborough/south-marlborough/ka-whata-tu-o-rakihouia-clarence/plan-and-prepare/driving/

and this page seems to be updated a little more regularly

http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-visit/marlborough/south-marlborough/ka-whata-tu-o-rakihouia-clarence/

[Box'a'bits]

Hi Guys,


Running a Beer, Bullshit & Pizza night :drinknsin here in Johnsonville after work from say 6.30 pm (but I won't be upset if you come straight from work :D) this Thurs. PM if you need the address, directions, or want to discuss. Bring an ADV riding friend if you want.


This is my last week off before trudging back to work :bye:. Back is still a bugger, but improved on what it was.


Hope to see you Thursday :yes:


Regards


Steve

[irsh]

Hi folks ,thought I'd introduce myself in here .I'm based in Welly and just bought a road legal DRZ400 to get into adventure riding . Iv'e little experience on the loose stuff but have ridden on the hard stuff for the last 10years. After My first little outing yesterday i'm quickly realizing it's a totally different kettle of fish . I guess the only thing to do is get out there as much as i can and build the confidence.
Apart from the south coast and red rocks area i've no real clue where to go so would love to come on some of your rideouts to gain some much needed experience and meet some good people.
I'm a 30 something foul mouthed Irishman who enjoys a beer or 12 ,a good laugh and a bit of banter so hopefully i'll fit in :D
chomping at the bit seeing the pics of your days out :gob:

Cheers Keith.

[aerial_view]

Hi all,
I thought I'd jump on the bandwagon and introduce myself too. I live in the lower of the two Hutts and ride a Honda CRF230L. I have been riding for a number of years and have a small amount of experience off road but could probably do with some people showing me where the good rides are! And helping out if I get into trouble... anyway, I just thought I'd introduce myself so if you see me reply to a post about a ride then it doesn't come completely out of the blue.

Cheers!

[aimee]

hullo you two :)

well, i'm a n00b rider (been doing it a few months), and I've just got a dual sport with the intention of doing offroad stuff too, so you're welcome to learn with me if you like!

the area around red rocks is nice and accessible from wellington, for sure. there's also all sorts of group rides, and these occur pretty frequently (there's one out at boomrock on feb 25th, which i may attempt)

my plan is to try get out whenever i can, even if it's just to the south coast, as it seems like PRACTISE is the main thing :)

[denefoster]

hullo you two :)

well, i'm a n00b rider (been doing it a few months), and I've just got a dual sport with the intention of doing offroad stuff too, so you're welcome to learn with me if you like!

the area around red rocks is nice and accessible from wellington, for sure. there's also all sorts of group rides, and these occur pretty frequently (there's one out at boomrock on feb 25th, which i may attempt)

my plan is to try get out whenever i can, even if it's just to the south coast, as it seems like PRACTISE is the main thing :)

There's Akatarawas, Avro Road, some random places just past the Takas, the endure track just past Brooklyn, etc. Quite a few places, not even including the organised rides. Im always up for a ride if you're keen for a fang on any of the above, and we can drag aimee along given she's my other half :)

[aimee]

There's Akatarawas, Avro Road, some random places just past the Takas, the endure track just past Brooklyn, etc. Quite a few places, not even including the organised rides. Im always up for a ride if you're keen for a fang on any of the above, and we can drag aimee along given she's my other half :)

ahem. BETTER HALF.

[irsh]

Awesome , thanks for the replies guys ,be cool to get out for a burn with you ,wont feel under pressure if a few us are at a similar level ..i went for a little run as far as devils gate the other night ..had a little bit of a spill when i hit the large pebbly stuff just after the river crossing . not sure if i lost concentration or concentrated to hard :confused:
I'm interested in hearing more on this Brooklyn spot , could be a nice little after work mish one of these nights .

My wheels
https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/46688_10151496791694122_362674993_n.jpg

[aimee]

I'm in!! I'm on a kawasaki klx250s.

And nicely done in the ride, sir! That's farther than I've gone yet :)

[Eddieb]

Meet at 10:30 this morning at the Percy's Reserve carpark by the Dowse Drive interchange on SH2 for a gentle ride over to Wainui beach and a bit of a play there.

[JimmyC]

There's Akatarawas, Avro Road, some random places just past the Takas, the endure track just past Brooklyn, etc. Quite a few places, not even including the organised rides. Im always up for a ride if you're keen for a fang on any of the above, and we can drag aimee along given she's my other half :)

I'd be keen on checking these out too. Have done Red Rocks a lot lately seeing it's so close to home so am up for something new but local. I was aspiring to do an Ocean Beach trip with EddieB one day but having just gone to the top of the Rimutaka's yesterday for an explore, I'm not sure I'm up for anything longer than that without getting a new seat for the WR. I must be getting old...

Aimee, I searched for that Boom Rock ride on the 25th you mentioned. Found one for the 24th but seems to have been cancelled. Might not be the same event however.

Anyhoo, I need to keep my eye on this thread more often it seems, would have enjoyed a trip to Wainui beach.

I attach a pic from Red Rocks, circa 5.30pm on a stunning evening 2 weeks ago... we've had a few recently!

https://dl.dropbox.com/u/7202142/Red_Rocks_sm.jpg

[irsh]

Got out for a quick blast with dene at redrocks on sunday and met the lovely aimee ... Well he had a blast i had more of a trundle with my fair share of wipeouts in the soft stuff ... feeling the pain in muscles i never knew i had these last two days . just got to keep at it i suppose.
was great to meet the two of you and thanks for the tips . hopefully get back out there soon. New front tyre to go on when i get a chance . never tried but Gona tackle changing it myself ...how hard can it be ....nek minnit!!

hopefully see you out there too jimmyC

[aimee]

Got out for a quick blast with dene at redrocks on sunday and met the lovely aimee ... Well he had a blast i had more of a trundle with my fair share of wipeouts in the soft stuff ... feeling the pain in muscles i never knew i had these last two days . just got to keep at it i suppose.
was great to meet the two of you and thanks for the tips . hopefully get back out there soon. New front tyre to go on when i get a chance . never tried but Gona tackle changing it myself ...how hard can it be ....nek minnit!!

hopefully see you out there too jimmyC

Well, I haz nice new dual sport tyres on now, so ready as!!

good luck with the tyre :P

[Eddieb]

Going to Ngawi tomorrow. Anybody interested?

[Bluft]

Might be keen for a ride if i can get the DR running right today. What time are you heading out to Ngawi?

[Eddieb]

Might be keen for a ride if i can get the DR running right today. What time are you heading out to Ngawi?

10 I think, just waiting for confirmation. Whats wrong with the DR?

[Bluft]

Missing/ surging a little. May have been some bad fuel from one of the back block petrol stations down on the dusty butt. About to change the plugs before i muck round with the carb.

[Eddieb]

Doesn't sound too bad, come along anyway. It'a an easy ride.

3 DR's so far plus possibly you.

[Bluft]

OK Great. Where shall i meet you. Rimitaka caltex?

[Eddieb]

OK Great. Where shall i meet you. Rimitaka caltex?

Yep, at 10.

[aerial_view]

Going to Ngawi tomorrow. Anybody interested?

I'm keen, if you'll have me! Sounds like a relatively easy ride?

Rimutex at 10am, yes?


- Tom

*edit* I see just above this post that it is Rimutex at 10am. So you can ignore that question.

[Eddieb]

I'm keen, if you'll have me! Sounds like a relatively easy ride?

Rimutex at 10am, yes?


- Tom

*edit* I see just above this post that it is Rimutex at 10am. So you can ignore that question.

Yep, an easy ride, its an open invite.

[aerial_view]

Yep, an easy ride, its an open invite.

Cool. See you there.

[Howie]

Going to Ngawi tomorrow. Anybody interested?

I'll probably be there Eddie, see you at 10 at caltex Rimutaka. Don't wait for me if I'm late I'll catch up somewhere along the way.

[k1w33d]

Mind if I tag along today. I'm on an F650GS running road tyres (TKC80's are in Turangi :facepalm: ). If I'm slowing down the rest of you I can peel off the group and do my own ride.

[Eddieb]

Mind if I tag along today. I'm on an F650GS running road tyres (TKC80's are in Turangi :facepalm: ). If I'm slowing down the rest of you I can peel off the group and do my own ride.

Yep come along. The gravel is very easy.

[Eddieb]

Was a good ride out to Cape Palliser today. Very relaxed, 9 riders in total.

[JimmyC]

Checked out the end of Avro Road yesterday, thanks denefoster for the tip. There's a big 'no entry' sign on the gate but a big enough 'go around' track to suggest no one pays any attention. Looks like quad bikes had been there recently judging by the amount of fresh, closer together skid marks there were on practically every corner. Met a nice guy and his kid going for a ride too. All in all, a nice spot for some dirt practice.

Another gratuitous panorama -

https://dl.dropbox.com/u/7202142/BlueMountainsPano_sm.jpg

[Eddieb]

There's some pics here (http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.608753072471669.147366.100000109452895&type=1&l=507e629ac9) from yesterdays Wellington ride.

[Eddieb]

I'm relocating to Hamilton on Easter weekend so Sunday March 24th will be my final opportunity for a Wellington ride. I've decided for my final ride it's going to be to Sutherlands Hutt, so if you want to come along stick it in your diary.

For those of you who are that way inclined there's an event here: https://www.facebook.com/#!/events/471981159534058/

I know it's the same weekend as Barts's RRRR ride but unfortunately it's the only day I can ride and I can't spare the whole weekend to do Barts's ride.

[bart]

I know it's the same weekend as Barts's RRRR ride but unfortunately it's the only day I can ride and I can't spare the whole weekend to do Barts's ride.

No worries Eddie. You'd better take a look at that hill while you're there.

[irsh]

Well, I haz nice new dual sport tyres on now, so ready as!!

good luck with the tyre :P

congrats on your new threads :)
Just made some changes to my DR myself ...New front 'knobblier' tyre and pro circuit slip on muffler ...also removed a 2" nail from my rear tyre which annoyingly scuppered any plans for a ride over the weekend :argh: new tube gone in today .

Keen on some after work playing this week (except wed) if anyone is heading out .

[pampa]

Hi Eddie, i'll take note of the date and will try to join ... :girlfight:



I'm relocating to Hamilton on Easter weekend so Sunday March 24th will be my final opportunity for a Wellington ride. I've decided for my final ride it's going to be to Sutherlands Hutt, so if you want to come along stick it in your diary.

For those of you who are that way inclined there's an event here: https://www.facebook.com/#!/events/471981159534058/

I know it's the same weekend as Barts's RRRR ride but unfortunately it's the only day I can ride and I can't spare the whole weekend to do Barts's ride.

[Eddieb]

I'm relocating to Hamilton on Easter weekend so Sunday March 24th will be my final opportunity for a Wellington ride. I've decided for my final ride it's going to be to Sutherlands Hutt, so if you want to come along stick it in your diary.

For those of you who are that way inclined there's an event here: https://www.facebook.com/#!/events/471981159534058/

I know it's the same weekend as Barts's RRRR ride but unfortunately it's the only day I can ride and I can't spare the whole weekend to do Barts's ride.

It looks like there's 13 riders confirmed for the day so far and a couple of maybe's, most are non KBer's who have joined via FB.

[irsh]

keen to get into it anyone's out this weekend :ride:

[Eddieb]

I forgot to post pics from our Cape Palliser ride, there's a gallery here: http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.608753072471669.147366.100000109452895&type=1&l=507e629ac9

https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc1/858215_608753222471654_1476005042_o.jpg

[Eddieb]

I'm relocating to Hamilton on Easter weekend so Sunday March 24th will be my final opportunity for a Wellington ride. I've decided for my final ride it's going to be to Sutherlands Hutt, so if you want to come along stick it in your diary.

For those of you who are that way inclined there's an event here: http://www.facebook.com/#!/events/471981159534058/

I know it's the same weekend as Barts's RRRR ride but unfortunately it's the only day I can ride and I can't spare the whole weekend to do Barts's ride.

It's this weekend folks. The weather forcast is for sun though with the recent weather it will probably be a little damp on the track.

[pampa]

Hi Eddie, two questions
1. what time do we meet on Sun :yawn:
2. why so many people, does everybody want to make sure you leave? :pinch:

[Eddieb]

Hi Eddie, two questions
1. what time do we meet on Sun :yawn:
2. why so many people, does everybody want to make sure you leave? :pinch:

9:30
and yep, I think they want to make sure I go

[irsh]

Thinking of heading to the akatawara forest tomorrow for the first time ..permits obtained . has anyone any advice on a route to take thats novice to intermediate friendly etc ..we'll probably be avoiding the devils staircase and rock garden :D
if anyone fancies it your welcome to join ,just me and two mates so far.we're on drz400, klx400, drz250 all on road legal knobblies.
be heading from welly at around 11 ... gentleman's hours .have a 30th to attend tonight :drinkup:
can arrange a meeting point if anyone's keen

[gav24]

I'm keen but all booked up with family tomorrow.... Keep this thread up to date incase my plans change though. If you guys are novices I would just head in from the karopoti entrance and follow your nose to the first big river crossing; shallow but long, then head up the hill on the pram track and keep going til you hit perhams road and finish up at the mangakutukutuku entrance near paraparaumu. Take it easy though as it'll be busy in there tomorrow, and meeting a quad going full tilt head on wouldn't be fun:-(

[denefoster]

Thinking of heading to the akatawara forest tomorrow for the first time ..permits obtained . has anyone any advice on a route to take thats novice to intermediate friendly etc ..we'll probably be avoiding the devils staircase and rock garden :D
if anyone fancies it your welcome to join ,just me and two mates so far.we're on drz400, klx400, drz250 all on road legal knobblies.
be heading from welly at around 11 ... gentleman's hours .have a 30th to attend tonight :drinkup:
can arrange a meeting point if anyone's keen

Wish I could! The KTM is still in the shop from EddieB's last ride. The injectors have apparently shit themselves, and it'll be at least another week, maybe two before I get it back. Have fun though !

[Eddieb]

Wish I could! The KTM is still in the shop from EddieB's last ride. The injectors have apparently shit themselves, and it'll be at least another week, maybe two before I get it back. Have fun though !

Oh bugger, crap timing but I guess it's better than it dying out by the hut like the other KTM and the BMW did.

[andy mac]

The main roads have been bulldozed recently so are in excellent condition. Here's a link to a map - most intersections are signposted.
http://www.gw.govt.nz/assets/Parks-and-Recreation/Akatarawa-Forest/Akatawara-Map-Sept-2012.pdf

Following Gav's route at the bottom of the Pram track (2k downhill with small stream at bottom) you are approx half way thru.
If you want to add an extra loop, go 100m turn left, ride 100m downstream and you will be on Rimu Rd. Turn right at 2 intersections, ends at Orange hut.

Tyres at 15psi, stay to the left and have fun.

[irsh]

Thanks for the advice fellas we'll definitely put it to use
we decided to go to long gully at the last minute ...due to my hangover and the threatening rain.. nice easyish run over there today ...followed a bit of a track out towards the sea towards the sea .awesome views . hit a super steep as it looped back .hill had a crack at it but the bike spat me off half way up ...was a mish getting it up right and and couldn't get any grip so admited defeat, turned it around and limped it down the hill :pinch:,
then a guy on a klx 450 came along and pissed up it no probs ..bastard ha ha ....
The hangover didnt help my cause so i had a spew and went back the way we came . after that just kept it simple .
bloody cold coming back this avo .

hope your bike gets well soon dene :(

[gav24]

The hangover didnt help my cause so i had a spew and went back the way we came ...

Ha ha ha, I can't remember the last time I used the "tactical chunder"
Maybe I need a night out with you guys... Maybe not though, I hate blowing diced carrots out my nose! Errrgh!

[Mungatoke Mad]

The main roads have been bulldozed recently so are in excellent condition. Here's a link to a map - most intersections are signposted.
http://www.gw.govt.nz/assets/Parks-and-Recreation/Akatarawa-Forest/Akatawara-Map-Sept-2012.pdf

Interesting how WRC have a no trail riding symbol on martins flat I have heard up on Munganui & the Whakatikei wet bits were out of bounds but not the flat ?

[irsh]

Hi folks
there's a couple welly based riders meeting tomorrow night in the miramar gasworks @6:30 to talk bikes , trips , tracks etc . Bit of an ice breaker with the idea of getting a posse together for weekend ride outs and share story's etc . be nice if some veterans came along as we're all pretty new to the game .

event on here also
https://www.facebook.com/events/271850506284863/

[Box'a'bits]

I‘m keen to ride this weekend – at this stage Saturday because that looks the better weather.

Was thinking Ocean beach, Onoke Spit, Lake Ferry around to Whangimoana, & then on to Ngawi / Cape Palliser.

Lets have a show of hands as to who is keen? :yes:

My tyres are old & I need someone to push

[Howie]

I‘m keen to ride this weekend – at this stage Saturday because that looks the better weather.

Lets have a show of hands as to who is keen? :yes:

My tyres are old & I need someone to push


I'm a maybe, as that means i'd need to check the bike over tomorrow night as it's just sat in the shed since I got back on Monday from a 2500km+ trip to the Brass.

[irsh]

i'm having power issues so i'll probably sit it out till i get it sorted ....power drops off just about every time i really need it ..then kicks back in and tries to f**k me off the bike ...(did on one occasion on the weekend). river crossings, dips , hill climbs :brick:
sounds like a good run

[manakau.KTM]

only just read this thread. any plans firmed up yet? only have to put broken headlight back in ktm and I'm good to go. oh and I suppose i have to get out of bed

cheers

wayne

[Box'a'bits]

Startling lack of interest from other riders so far. I have been working on a relaxed start to the day given the above. But still aiming to get out. What time & when would you be good to go?

[manakau.KTM]

looks like a nice day from here. I could get to caltex upper hutt by 10.30 if thats not too late.

[Box'a'bits]

Perfect. Lets aim for that. Pack a lunch (or get one from the Subway at Rimutex).

[manakau.KTM]

thunderbirds are go

[Box'a'bits]

I've done a write up on the ride over here (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=21596166&postcount=1305)

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-1VyqstyKerA/UbMHqlqUOeI/AAAAAAAANoA/Es9BzbKCIo0/s800/P1000494.JPG

[gav24]

Looks like a great ride, with just enough adventure for a short winters day! I spent the morning putting new fork seals in and greasing the squealing starter bush on the dr. About time I pry open the wallet and put some new tyres on. Seems like ages ago since my last proper adv ride...

[Box'a'bits]

Weather is forecast to be fine on that side of the hill.

Who is keen & where do you want to go? Default is a loop out thru' Homewood Rd to Riversdale Beach, then up to Castlepoint. But I can easily be persuaded to do something else if you have a hankering for a particular ride.

[pete376403]

For those of you who like a bit of advance notice, the Pukemanu run is back on (Feb 2014)

[Box'a'bits]

Weather is forecast to be fine on that side of the hill. Doing a loop out thru' Homewood Rd to Riversdale Beach, then up to Castlepoint.
Meet at Caltex Rimutaka at 9.00am

[Box'a'bits]

Meet at Caltex Rimutaka at 9.00am
Ride report over here (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=21758806&postcount=1313)

[irsh]

anyone know what the status is on red rock is at the moment ...is it still closed from the main entrance . anyone been down through long gully to check it out ?

[JimmyC]

A friend of mine dropped down to Red Rocks from the radar dome last weekend on his mountain bike. He said in most places the road is completely gone with a big drop off to the beach. He had to walk most of the way. Doesn't sound good anyway!

Still closed afaik.

[irsh]

hmmm... could be an adventure on the cards. should be able to get down through long gully .
cheers jimmy c

[irsh]

just had a we nosey on the ORE website ...
http://www.offroadexpress.co.nz/Forums/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=36724

[JimmyC]

That'll teach me to listen to a mountain biker... looks open and very adventurous to me!

[irsh]

as far as i knew it was closed as well mate, my mate (who also bikes) went on a stroll about a week ago and it was shut to traffic
i just thought to have a look on the 4x4 forums .. must have just opened it
could be a goer for the weekend if i'm not going to ruhapeu

[Box'a'bits]

I'm riding up to Palmerston North via Wairarapa backroads tomorrow (Sunday 21st Jul). The excuse is to pick up a Trade Me purchase.

If you are keen to ride, gather at Caltex Rimutakas at 8.30am. The Wairarapa side is supposed to be sunny - the Manawatu side not so much. Ride back will depend on who joins me.

Postscript - The Tme vendor won't be available, so that takes that constraint out of the day.

[gav24]

Ooh, maybe. Just spotted this, I've got a terribly bald rear tyre ( nothing new there:weep: )that needs finishing off and a few brownie points to spend;)
Depending on how many more of these beers I drink in the next couple of hours I may join you.:drinkup:
Was gonna spend another day trying to get my post classic BMW project ready for the Barry sheene memorial but if its gonna be sunny....:scooter:

[Hugo Nougo]

Have a good ride, I wish I could of joined you.
Looking good past my place..

http://www.flickr.com/photos/57931034@N03/9329016225/

[Eddieb]

Have a good ride, I wish I could of joined you.
Looking good past my place..

http://www.flickr.com/photos/57931034@N03/9329016225/

Nice Shot, though it does make the bike look like he needs to raise the rear/lower the front slightly.

[gav24]

Didn't get up in time and my Missus had a serious hangover from her girls night so decided to seize the opportunity to take the boys out, give her a lie in and get some mega brownie points!
Had enough adventure with the quake this morning then the HUGE one this afternoon! Phew ! Luckily no damage, but I had to make a dash for the bike on the work stand! Now held down with ratchet straps! :crazy:

[Box'a'bits]

Back at 7.00ish, just in time for a little earthquake. Was Jonny no mates for the ride, but that was okay because I could just take my time & stop where I wanted. Took in Martinborough, Homewood Rd, lunch at Riverdale, Castlehill Rd, Puketoi Rd, back via Daggs Rd - Bideford. Something over 400kms. Had a great day. The write up is over here (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=21916382&postcount=1318)

Got an earful for not being around during the shake <_< Not sure what I was supposed to do?

Hey, that photo is cool! Yes, the front is a 25mm taller than stock, & the rear is as high as I can get it without it becoming harsh.

[JimmyC]

Got the chance to get out Red Rocks way yesterday... business closures due to earthquakes sometimes have their uses... It's definitely a more challenging ride now, with longer stretches of deeper sand and lose rocks than before, but other sections are now easier, smoothed out and less slippery. So all in all, I think it's more challenging, but a better practice area. It's like a whole different ride.

[irsh]

Got the chance to get out Red Rocks way yesterday... business closures due to earthquakes sometimes have their uses... It's definitely a more challenging ride now, with longer stretches of deeper sand and lose rocks than before, but other sections are now easier, smoothed out and less slippery. So all in all, I think it's more challenging, but a better practice area. It's like a whole different ride.

Nice report jimmy ... was up the mountain so didn't get out . same applies this weekend . if not skiing will probably head down to redrocks . we're kind lucky to have a changeable landscape... keeps it interesting :laugh:

[k1w33d]

I started off the day leaving home around 10:30am and taking a look at a track on the western side of the Rimutakas. It only went for a couple hundred metres before I came across a gate.


http://youtu.be/oHDmxxd_BAE

Went down a couple more roads which yielded nothing so I decided to head to Waikawa beach just north of Otaki. So off I went through the Akatarawa's stopping at the summit for a quick picture before carrying on to Waikawa.

http://goo.gl/mV8KKu

I had checked the tides earlier and I arrived about an hour before low tide so there was plenty of sand to ride on. I came across a couple of 4 wheelers, motorbikes and some horses but for the most part I had the beach to myself. On the first run I just headed south (horses north of Waikawa Beach) to see how far I could go and after crossing a couple of streams I saw a beach access road so popped up to see if I could figure out where I was. A sign read "Otaki Beach" and had a picture of a motorcycle under it with a red circle and a line going through it. The fine for riding a motorcycle on any Kapiti Coast beach is $750 so I jumped back onto the beach and headed back north to the Horowhenua District where it is fine to operate any legal vehicle on the beach. Stopped halfway along the beach for some lunch before getting back on the bike and doing some laps up and down the beach.


http://youtu.be/rJ8gFvKw4aw

I practised doing small wheelies to get the front wheel over some driftwood and a small bank a stream had cut into the sand which was scary, disappointing and fun all at the same time.

http://goo.gl/0gbLyc

I noticed it was looking like rain soon so I had one more blast along the beach and started heading back towards home. I ended up taking a look down Otaki Gorge road which turned to a gravel a few kilometres in. The gravel was made up of large bits of broken up rock which made for interesting riding as the bike would try to slide across the top of the rocks as I cornered.

http://goo.gl/2VG0is

Along the way I came across my old nemesis (a suspension bridge). This one was fairly low so I did not get jelly legs like the one at the Pillars of Hercules near Rangipo (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fby8Cav_UPU).

http://goo.gl/crzXGg

http://goo.gl/W7na5m

Carried on to the end of the road then turned around and headed back out. Found a neat little track down a steep hill which went down to the river. I was a little apprehensive about climbing back out but it was unfounded as I got out easily.

http://goo.gl/cY0Vd2

http://goo.gl/iq9n1k

Popped across a suspension bridge on my bike for a quick photo then carried on heading out to Old Hautere Road and back on to SH1.

http://goo.gl/kPTu43

Shot back through Akatarawa Road and stopped off at Clouston Park for a few more photos before heading back home.

http://goo.gl/RDemvT

http://goo.gl/uk59YD

I thoroughly enjoyed the ride although my butt was protesting the absence of my Airhawk cushion towards the end of the day.

[manakau.KTM]

Mangahao Dams

This is the top dam behind Shannon yesterday. A great bit of gravel riding into the Tararuas.

285838

[gav24]

Looks like the winter hibernation may be drawing to a close as the first few tentative rides are taken!
Maybe a group ride might actually happen soon...
...maybe....
Good to see Kiwibiker wellington ride outs haven't stopped completely! Thanks for posting guys.
Last time I saw you Wayne was on a Friday night in Otaki, in march as I rode up to dannevirke for the RRRR (jeez was it really that long ago!?) so it's about time I organised a ride out for us all....

[manakau.KTM]

Obviously a sign of getting old when time flies.

I must say that the Winter in the greater Wellington area has been pretty mild. It sounds like a great idea for some Wellington riders to get out and about. I'm a bit knackered with work for the next couple of weekends but should be clear after that.

Are you thinking of doing the cape to cape Gavin? Mark and Steve seem to be up for it and hopefully myself as well. You could be our official French translator.

Cheers

Wayne

[gav24]

Ah, non! I'll be at Hampton downs for the Barry sheene festival... If I pull my finger out I may even be racing, just need to invest some more shed time and dollars!

[Box'a'bits]

Anyone fancy a spin tomorrow Friday 16th Aug? Probably Wairarapa, possibly out to White Rocks. Weather tomorrow is still looking good. Saturday's crap, sunday dunno?

[JimmyC]

Saturday's ride I headed out to Red Rocks and there's new signage up that says 4WD vehicles only. It doesn't expressly forbid motorcycles so I'm guessing that's more to discourage muppets taking their mothers Civic for a spot of off roading. What it also says however, is that only vehicles with current WoF and reg are allowed.

On sunday I went out to Avro Road and ran into a nice man and woman with about 7 retrievers in tow. He waved me down and said he was the landowner, asked if I knew it was private property. I said I'd heard such rumours but it seemed generally accepted to ride there. It's not, and sounds like it'll be getting harder to get in. He mentioned a trail biker getting killed in there some years back when they ran into a logging truck... I said I ride a lot slower than the average trail bike rider to which they both replied, "Yes, I noticed". Hmm... I'm sure that's a compliment under the circumstances.

Anyhoo, I offered to turn around and he said I should enjoy my ride but make it my last so I rode all the way down to the locked gate, turned around but couldn't get back up due to the boggy surface of pine needles on muddy clay... After 45 mins of effort, and in turn flattening the battery, I backed it down, turned around, crash started and headed back to the gate. After a few minutes a car load of locals turned up and offered to assist in lifting the bike over the gate. Perfect timing, great chaps.

I won't ride anywhere I've been expressly asked not to, so that's another area off my list now sadly. Was a good send off though.

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/7202142/Hill.JPG

[Aslan]

JimmyC thanks for posting - I was noticing all the interest in Avro Road and planning on taking a look there myself. Cheers

[JimmyC]

It's a pity really, with such few off road spots about the place. It's not a huge area by any stretch but it was fun and it was local. With a bit of thought and planning, I'm sure the owner could come to some mutually beneficial terms for access, but as it stands he said he's copped abuse from quite a few riders which hasn't helped matters. I can't help but feel again that a minority has ruined it for the rest of us.

[k1w33d]

I went in there on Saturday and the flat area is filled with logs. I started heading further down but turned around because of the greasiness and lack of traction with the trailwings.

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[Box'a'bits]

Heading over the hill to ride to White Rocks if anyone is interested. Leave Rimutex at 10.30am. Bring lunch

[BMWST?]

Heading over the hill to ride to White Rocks if anyone is interested. Leave Rimutex at 10.30am. Bring lunch

Bugger I woulda been keen,but have other plans already made,have a good ride though

sent from the tag

[Box'a'bits]

Here's the link across to the write up on todays ride, across on that other site (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=22228616&postcount=1380) <_<

[merv]

Shame the road through from Whiterock isn't open like it used to be.

[Box'a'bits]

Shame the road through from Whiterock isn't open like it used to be.
You can still walk it...:wacko:. It may still be possible to gain (prior) permission. Junkman Joe got that for us a couple of years back.

[gav24]

Access through from white rock isn't too difficult to obtain. I managed it a few years back, give the doc office a call in masterton (or maybe martinborough ?) they'll give you permission and a key for their vehicle access gate at cape palliser end ( and a key bond - $20 from memory ), and also a contact number for the Maori land owners and the station manager at the white rock end.
None of them have any issues with small groups of sensible people (shhh-- don't tell em;)) on road legal dual purpose bikes, and the station manager has to unlock 2 gates and ride through the station with you on his quad so he takes $10 a rider for his troubles! The Maori landowners are the least hassle, no gates, no $, no problem if they know you're going.

Looks like I may have just volunteered to organise a ride...

[Box'a'bits]

Looks like I may have just volunteered to organise a ride...
Chuck up a tentative date & make it semi official. Onna ya. :first: I was pretty sure it was still possible, but many of the Stations are now looking for club groups with liability insurance.

[k1w33d]

I am planning a gathering at the Parrot and Jigger in Lower Hutt next Tuesday for Wellington Based Adventure Riders to get together and have a chin wag about anything and everything, particularly the upcoming "riding season" and any other adventuring topic. You can register your interest on the event page created on that social site by clicking HERE (http://goo.gl/rmphw8)

[JATZ]

You can still walk it...:wacko:. It may still be possible to gain (prior) permission. Junkman Joe got that for us a couple of years back.

One of my best/most memorable rides was through there with JMJ. Did a whole heap of nice gravel roads out the back of Martinborugh, followed by White rocks through to Palliser.
Wellington council even put on a fireworks display to welcome me :woohoo:

[NordieBoy]

Wellington council even put on a fireworks display to welcome me :woohoo:
They'd heard you'd got through a ride without breaking a carb and wanted to celebrate?

[marks]

Looks like I may have just volunteered to organise a ride...

The ride needs to start at the bp in Wainuiomata so you need to sort access from there around the coast to Ocean Beach. Then lunch at the Lake Ferry Pub then off onto white rocks

get a move on



They'd heard you'd got through a ride without breaking a carb and wanted to celebrate?

stop needling him about that or he'll give you a clip around the ears

[NordieBoy]

stop needling him about that or he'll give you a clip around the ears

Maybe that's why he went FI :shifty:



Who knew a DR350 would work with a DR650 main jet :facepalm:

[bart]

The ride needs to start at the bp in Wainuiomata so you need to sort access from there around the coast to Ocean Beach. Then lunch at the Lake Ferry Pub then off onto white rocks

get a move on



I'm in.....

[manakau.KTM]

Sounds good.

[gav24]

Any more requests?

I've always fancied a burn around a golf course on a bike, like that tv commercial where they use buggies, maybe I can tee that one up as well (pun intended)...:facepalm:

Jeez you guys don't want much do you!?!:laugh:

[gav24]

Where do I even start on getting permission through to ocean beach? Isn't that many different private land owners? Dunno anything at all about it....:no:

[Box'a'bits]

Where do I even start on getting permission through to ocean beach? Isn't that many different private land owners? Dunno anything at all about it....:no:
I understand three landowners, starting Orongorongo Station (Wainuiomata end). :shifty:

[JATZ]

Who knew a DR350 would work with a DR650 main jet :facepalm:

It was a DR.... any old shit'll make it work :blink:


stop needling him about that or he'll give you a clip around the ears

I see what you did there..... thats actually quite funny :D


They'd heard you'd got through a ride without breaking a carb and wanted to celebrate?

Ahhhhh no, I had already spent an enjoyable evening with Ra and Trish in Tuai coming to grips with the internals of a flat slide carb on that trip :facepalm: Maybe it was organized by the North isl. celebrating my leaving :clap:


I'll bugger off now and let you Wellyites organize your ride aye :sunny:

[Howie]

Access through from white rock isn't too difficult to obtain. I managed it a few years back, give the doc office a call in masterton (or maybe martinborough ?) they'll give you permission and a key for their vehicle access gate at cape palliser end ( and a key bond - $20 from memory ), and also a contact number for the Maori land owners and the station manager at the white rock end.
None of them have any issues with small groups of sensible people (shhh-- don't tell em;)) on road legal dual purpose bikes, and the station manager has to unlock 2 gates and ride through the station with you on his quad so he takes $10 a rider for his troubles! The Maori landowners are the least hassle, no gates, no $, no problem if they know you're going.

Looks like I may have just volunteered to organise a ride...

Sounds good to me although probably best to organise for a latter date after the lambing season finishes as it'll be easier to get access


Where do I even start on getting permission through to ocean beach? Isn't that many different private land owners? Dunno anything at all about it....:no:

I've heard rumours through work that the Farmer at the ocean beach end currently has the first gate locked!! One of the guys I work with frequents one of the baches around there. Gav i have an old phone number I got off Paladin a few years ago for access to Orongorongo station I'll forward it to you via PM

[k1w33d]

Eben Venter in the adventure riding Facebook page has the contact details if one of the farms at Wainui beach. Him and his wife stayed at a bag and ride their bikes around the property. I'll see if I can get the details from him.

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[GSers]

The ride needs to start at the bp in Wainuiomata so you need to sort access from there around the coast to Ocean Beach. Then lunch at the Lake Ferry Pub then off onto white rocks


Mark are you planning on getting past the start line this time !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
If you are lucky Bart will have the wife on standby with the trailer ready to go.
Will save time.

It will be one hell of a ride from BP Wainui through to White Rock and home in one day. Given the track conditions last time.

GSers

[pete376403]

I don't recall it being that bad apart from the huge shingle fan and having to fill in the washed out creek gully :laugh:

[BMWST?]

there is a cycle ride that goes round the other way,from cross creek round to eastbourne,its called(or was called) the big coast .Who organised that will have the contact details .I think the regional council had an invovement too

[Clubman]

I understand three landowners, starting Orongorongo Station (Wainuiomata end). :shifty:

Last year with a mate we rode from Lake Ferry to the Last gate overlooking White Rock & since then Ive been trying to find the contact for the white Rock for access . Well this wk after talking to a Builder on site at work He tells me that he has a bach between the 2 gates at White Rock . He tells me that Frank the gate keeper is more than happy to let people through as long as its organized before - $10.00 each .I now have his No: - Would be good to talk about a possible plan at the Pub on Tuesday ( Cya There )

[gav24]

Yeah, franks a legend! You pay you're $10 then listen to his speeches on latte drinkers, city types, doc, Maori land owners, 4x4 drivers, the labour party, greenies, etc etc zzzzzzz.
It's a highlight of any trip through there!:rolleyes:
Doc gave me all the numbers I needed, including his.

[Eddieb]

Bistards!

That's a good ride, the scree slope is interesting to get across, do-able but you need to keep on the gas and moving. Stopping halfway across it would be a Very Bad Thing.

[marks]

Mark are you planning on getting past the start line this time !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
If you are lucky Bart will have the wife on standby with the trailer ready to go.
Will save time.

It will be one hell of a ride from BP Wainui through to White Rock and home in one day. Given the track conditions last time.

GSers

thats not a very nice thing to be bringing up after all this time

we all have the odd little technical hitch every now and then
At least I finished the day (even though it was on a different bike)

And I didn't dump gearbox oil all the way up the Wainui Coast Rd like someone else did.....

It will be a really cool ride - I've got a virgin kenda trackmaster ready to go on the back

[pampa]

Last year with a mate we rode from Lake Ferry to the Last gate overlooking White Rock & since then Ive been trying to find the contact for the white Rock for access . Well this wk after talking to a Builder on site at work He tells me that he has a bach between the 2 gates at White Rock . He tells me that Frank the gate keeper is more than happy to let people through as long as its organized before - $10.00 each .I now have his No: - Would be good to talk about a possible plan at the Pub on Tuesday ( Cya There )

I'd be interested to go :niceone:

[k1w33d]

Kia Ora Koutou,

We have a couple of rides this weekend. Today there is a quick ride out starting from Owhiro Bay then heading out to Devils Gate. For those who don't mind paying the $20 access fee, we will then be heading up to Long Gully and riding around in there. See HERE (https://www.facebook.com/events/1408653336028737/) for the event on the Facebook.

Tomorrow I am planning to have a nice easy ride out to Cape Palliser via Lake Ferry (stopping there for a quick bite/drink). We will be departing from Rimutex at around 10am. HERE (https://www.facebook.com/events/606760262701163/)is the link to the event.

Todd (Motomart) has organised a ride on the 29th of September. HERE (https://www.facebook.com/events/503350003089486/)is the link, and details are as follows:

It’s on sun 29th sept and weather permitting we’re going to Glendhu then returning via Admiral Road to Gladstone for lunch.
Meeting at Motomart sun morning at 9am, departing at 9.30 and heading to Martinborough, then out to Glendhu.
This is a fantastic ride with some great scenery, however we’ll only do it if the weather is good
If its wet we’re still going but we’ll go to Flat Point which is a little easier in the rain.
So regardless of the weather we have an option and the more the merrier.
Look forward to catching up and letting you shout me a beer, boy I’m a nice guy.
Don’t forget to save a couple of days holiday for our feb 2014 Ken Lilley Memorial ride, which will be in Feb 2014.

Finally, I have organised and Adventure Riding Coaching Session with Andrew Templeton. It is pencilled in for the 27th of October. This is aimed at newcomers to the sport of Adventure Riding and will be split into Theory and Practical. It is being held at Maungakotukutuku. The group size is limited to between 6-8 participants and will cost $200 pp. See HERE (https://www.facebook.com/events/210174105810155/) for the event page and what will be covered in the session.

Regards,

Chris & Ropata

[k1w33d]

Ride tomorrow if anyone is keen. Meeting up at Rimutex then heading over to ocean beach.

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[Box'a'bits]

Meet Caltex Rimutaka at 10.00am.

[marks]

Meet Caltex Rimutaka at 10.00am.

I gather no one survived to tell us what happened?

[Box'a'bits]

I'm waiting for your write up, so that I don't overshadow the Hawkes Bay event....:facepalm:

[marks]

I'm waiting for your write up, so that I don't overshadow the Hawkes Bay event....:facepalm:

3 moron's rode at somewhat unsafe speeds from Pahiatua to Parongahau and ate a very average lunch and then went and played on the beach before going their separate ways.....

The ride photographer is a slack bitch so you'll have to wait untill he gets his bum into gear for spporting evidence

your turn

[k1w33d]

Our videographer is just as useless. All he has uploaded so far is a video of him riding along the beach.

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[Box'a'bits]

3 moron's rode at somewhat unsafe speeds from Pahiatua to Parongahau and ate a very average lunch and then went and played on the beach before going their separate ways.....The ride photographer is a slack bitch so you'll have to wait untill he gets his bum into gear for spporting evidence.

your turn
Just for MarkS, here's the link across to the Sutherlands Hut & Onoke Spit ride report (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=22607521&postcount=1427) from Sunday 20th Oct.

[marks]

Just for MarkS, here's the link across to the Sutherlands Hut & Onoke Spit ride report (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=22607521&postcount=1427) from Sunday 20th Oct.

Thank you

you may consider me temporarily pacified

[Box'a'bits]

Thank you

you may consider me temporarily pacified
I'd just like to point out that mine is bigger than yours...:bleh:

[Logmaker]

Info required : Has anybody ridden into the Ruahines via Takapari Rd recently , I would like to know about access & condition of track .
Many thanks .

[bart]

Info required : Has anybody ridden into the Ruahines via Takapari Rd recently , I would like to know about access & condition of track .
Many thanks .

It was fairly straight forward last time I was there (a couple of months ago). A bit of loose rock on the surface, but no drama. Past the hut it gets a little more difficult. I wouldn’t do solo, but no drama in a group.

You’d get blowen off the ridge up there today. There’s a reason the vegetation only grows about waste high. Very exposed, so consider the weather forecast carefully before going if you’re making a special trip. :cool:

[Logmaker]

Many thanks Bart , we will heed your advice .

[bart]

3 moron's rode at somewhat unsafe speeds from Pahiatua to Parongahau and ate a very average lunch and then went and played on the beach before going their separate ways.....

The ride photographer is a slack bitch so you'll have to wait untill he gets his bum into gear for spporting evidence

your turn

What, it's only taken me 11 days to get the photos sorted. I've been busy doing...ummm...bugger all...

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=22674899&postcount=385

Oh, and Mark didn't fall off for once.

[Box'a'bits]

Hi guys, doing a ride to Takapari Rd (North of Ashhurst) saturday. The road runs across the ranges above Palmerstn North. Splendid views of Dannevegas. Meet at the Waikanae Coffee Cart 9.00am.

[Box'a'bits]

Note the changed meeting point Waikanae Coffee Cart

[manakau.KTM]

Sounds good Steve. Lets hope the cloud cover burns off.

Cheers

Wayne

[Night Falcon]

Hi Steve, what route are you taking to get there, will you be going through Ashurst, if so what time?

[Box'a'bits]

Hi Steve, what route are you taking to get there, will you be going through Ashhurst, if so what time?
I think we'll main road it from Waikanae, so say 10.15 ish at the Ashhurst gas station on the Gorge / PNth highway? I'll shoot you a PM with my contact details - shoot me a txt if you decide not to come, otherwise see you then?

[Night Falcon]

I think we'll main road it from Waikanae, so say 10.15 ish at the Ashhurst gas station on the Gorge / PNth highway? I'll shoot you a PM with my contact details - shoot me a txt if you decide not to come, otherwise see you then?

Sounds like a plan see you there!

[Aslan]

Have fun lads - this was on my to do list - having a domestic weekend this weekend as I'm off to the Burt next weekend - have fun up there :):scooter:

[bart]

Daughters 3rd birthday party tomorrow, so I’ll be too busy eating all the kiddies party food. Weather looked perfect up there today (yeah, I was looking up towards Takapari most of the morning while I was splitting fire wood just north of Dannevegas) and should be the same tomorrow, so have a good one guys.

I’ll give you a wave about 1.30pm.

[GSers]

Sorry I am out family stuff
GSers

[manakau.KTM]

Weather Report from Manakau at 7.20

pea soup but warm ( of course )

perhaps a ride of no dust and no view.

Wayne

[Box'a'bits]

Morning Wayne. Yes I am thinking the same. Is there any wind in Manukau? Are you coming along, & if so, where do you want to meet?

[manakau.KTM]

no wind and the soup will probably lift. I'll come down to waikanae at 9.00 as I need to fill up at Otaki.

[bart]

Clear and breezy in Dannevirke. Cloud on the hills, but you may get a view from the top. Not as good as yesterday.

[manakau.KTM]

Thanks for that. It gives us some confidence that we'll ride out of this muck

[Box'a'bits]

Over on ADVrider (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=22795439&postcount=1455)

[MXNUT]

:shit:Terrible news about Marty.

Our thoughts are with him and his family.

Hope he makes a full recovery

[pomgolian]

Holy shit just heard the news - thoughts with you bro, contemplated coming along so would have been with you.

Get well soon

All the Kemps

[Box'a'bits]

Anyone fancy at ride today? Going across to Wairarapa. Thought I'd check out Pori Rd & surounds. Meet Rimutex at 10.00?

[Box'a'bits]

I am going South Wed 29th Jan (Bluebridge 8.00am sailing) with a intent of riding some of the more interesting upper South Island tracks & roads possibly including the Maungatapu Track, Porika, Braeburn, Rainbow & the associated passes, & then Friday heading into the Clarence River Reserve. Probably meet Manuakau.KTM at the Clarence. Home Sunday via the Molesworth, on the 7.00pm sailing.

Anyone interested in hooking up, let me know..

[Woodman]

I am going South Wed 29th Jan (Bluebridge 8.00am sailing) with a intent of riding some of the more interesting upper South Island tracks & roads possibly including the Maungatapu Track, Porika, Braeburn, Rainbow & the associated passes, & then Friday heading into the Clarence River Reserve. Probably meet Manuakau.KTM at the Clarence. Home Sunday via the Molesworth, on the 7.00pm sailing.

Anyone interested in hooking up, let me know..


Only free day for me is Sunday, possibly saturday but not very likely. Chuck us the details of the Molesworth excursion on Sunday and I,ll see whether its do-able to join you. Will be a good chance to test the GS on gravelly stuff.

you staying in Nelson?

[Aslan]

leaving Motomart Lower Hutt 9.30 tomorrow - Sunday 16 February - plan is catch some lunch at the Gladstone before heading on to Northcroft Road near Masterton.

Those unable to meet in Lower Hutt could link in the Square Martinborough near the loos

Cheers Aslan

[Howie]

I might make it along, Your making it very hard tostay focussed onpainting the house Aslan.

[Aslan]

Be great to see you Howie hope you can make it

[Howie]

Thanks for putting this ride up Aslan, it was good to get out for a ride around one of my favourite loops.

[Aslan]

Thanks for putting this ride up Aslan, it was good to get out for a ride around one of my favourite loops.


Great to have your company Howie - perfect day - the Gladstone was sublime - did northcroft road in reverse via dorsets - excellent

See you out there :)

[willytheekid]

CALLING ALL WELLINGTON AREA KBERS!!...A FELLOW KBER NEEDS YOUR HELP!!

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/sh...ght=palmerston

...hope ya dont mind the thread hijack, But Pat needs our help sending his mom off, please spread the word!

cheers KBers :love:

[Eddieb]

CALLING ALL WELLINGTON AREA KBERS!!...A FELLOW KBER NEEDS YOUR HELP!!

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/sh...ght=palmerston

...hope ya dont mind the thread hijack, But Pat needs our help sending his mom off, please spread the word!

cheers KBers :love:

Your link is broken

[XF650]

OP has added something a bit more road spec to his fleet, but it was just as dirty as his KLR when he called in for a brew.
Cool bike Mark.

[merv]

Always trying something different eh Mark :cool:

[R650R]

Snapped downtown Wellington on Friday, saw quite a few commuter DR's about :)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7458/12920243124_f92ae5f0ee.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/77819625@N08/12920243124/)
20140228_6803FL (http://www.flickr.com/photos/77819625@N08/12920243124/) by DR650NZ (http://www.flickr.com/people/77819625@N08/), on Flickr

[Dave h]

[QUOTE=R650R;1130688050]Snapped downtown Wellington on Friday, saw quite a few commuter DR's about :)

Nice photo, the topbox seems too have had it's share of battle's aye :eek:

[Aslan]

contemplating this - BMWOR of which I'm a member are having an overnighter this weekend to Napier - weather forecast for the Bay not looking good at this time - Palmerston North looking good - Takapari is always good

:banana::banana:

[bart]

contemplating this - BMWOR of which I'm a member are having an overnighter this weekend to Napier - weather forecast for the Bay not looking good at this time - Palmerston North looking good - Takapari is always good

:banana::banana:

Count me in. What time will you pass through Ashhurst? :niceone:

[Aslan]

Great Bart - will be good to see you again - 10am Saturday at Allied Servo, Napier Road, Ashurst - decision now is whether to bring GS or DR :)

[Waihou Thumper]

Great Bart - will be good to see you again - 10am Saturday at Allied Servo, Napier Road, Ashurst - decision now is whether to bring GS or DR :)


ummm....BMWOR? No choice really Stephen? right...:)

[Aslan]

I may be misunderstanding Mark's (aka Waihou Thumper) comment above

Not sure whether he's suggesting as a Beemer enthusiast and card carrying member of the BMWOR - taking the GS up Takapari Road is the logical loyal choice - or maybe, and okay I may be being overly sensitive here :) he's suggesting riding up Takapari Road versus taking part in an overnighter to the Bay with other register members is a no brainer (pipe and slippers image some us project :) )

Either way - I enjoy the diversity of folks riding different marque of machine that this site and ADVRider encourage

As current Area Coordinator for the Wellington Branch of the BMWOR - I'm keen to encourage a more diverse range of folk (especially sub 60 yr olds) being attracted to take part - myself, I'm already one of the old farts

Cheers all - and especially to Mark aka Waihou Thumper

[GSers]

I may be misunderstanding Mark's (aka Waihou Thumper) comment above



Don't worry Steve, Mark's just jealous. The BMWOR wouldn't let him join because they new he would only keep his BMW for 5 minutes then it would be for sale.
Do you still own it Mark !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :laugh:

Have a good ride sorry I can't join you need to get a bike out of the shed and get it Rego.

Are you going to the RAG (top secret BMWOR thing) :no: for everyone.

We will be there

GSers

[Aslan]

Are you going to the RAG (top secret BMWOR thing) :no: for everyone.

We will be there

GSers

Hi Gerard - yip planning on going to the RAG (intending to tent) coming South from Pureora Forest Park where I plan to spend Friday night with several other BMW riders - I may be on my DR because Back Road Riders are planning on doing Fishers and the 42nd on Sunday 6 April

Mark - aka Waihou Thumper - you'd be welcome to these events - BMW not mandatory

[bart]

Cloud is lifting. I can see the hills, so should be a good view up Takapari today. :clap:

[Waihou Thumper]

Don't worry Steve, Mark's just jealous. The BMWOR wouldn't let him join because they new he would only keep his BMW for 5 minutes then it would be for sale.
Do you still own it Mark !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :laugh:

GSers

Disappointing comment and unnecessary! :spanking:
AND yes, I still own a BMW...

[Waihou Thumper]

I may be misunderstanding Mark's (aka Waihou Thumper)

Cheers all - and especially to Mark aka Waihou Thumper

I was merely stating, that with a BMW, nice bike and all that, taking it the distance, you would be more comfortable and suited to this rather than the DR.
Nothing to do with the stereotypical comments that some may make regarding BMW riders/owners...
It looks as though you took the DR, so whichever way it turns/turned out I am sure you had a great time....:) Enjoy!

[bart]

Well I made it home almost intact. Got some awesome photos which I'll post up some time. Cheers for the ride guys.

[Waihou Thumper]

Got some awesome photos which I'll post up some time.

:drinknsin........

Note to mods, where is the popcorn icon...:) Or for NZ, the chips and dips....

[marks]

yep was a great ride apart form all those damn push bikes (and the bits where the road wasn't sealed)

Thanks Aslan for organizing it :Punk:

[bart]

Write up and photos over here


http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=23765189&postcount=401

Oh, and a little more here...:facepalm:


http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=23765230&postcount=402

Larger versions of the photos will be available soon

[marks]

Oh, and a little more here...:facepalm:

Dumbass........

[bart]

Dumbass........

Yeah

Bigger versions of photos over here. A lot of guys on the ride weren't regulars here, so pass them on

https://onedrive.live.com/redir?resid=41F768DBF8A6F0CE%212254

[Box'a'bits]

Hopping across the hill to get away from the drizzle, & to do some gravel. Leave Rimutex at 9.00am?

[Box'a'bits]

Anyone keen to joint me. Leaving Waikanae Coffee Cart at 9.00am?

[bart]

Anyone keen to joint me. Leaving Waikanae Coffee Cart at 9.00am?

Would love to come along, but going shopping with the missus and kids. I know what I’d rather do...

[Box'a'bits]

Write up on the ride (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=24290970&postcount=1600). I was jonny-no-mates today :bye:

[DR Girl]

Write up on the ride (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=24290970&postcount=1600). I was jonny-no-mates today :bye:

Good on you :2thumbsup Greats pics :Punk:

[Box'a'bits]

Who's interested in coming along? Meet at Caltex Rimutakas at 9.00am. I'm looking to ride Northern Wairarapa gravel roads. Nothing too challenging, probably a longish day. :D

[Box'a'bits]

Given no takers for the Wairarapa ride, I'm heading up to the BRR ride at Marton. Aiming to meet them at 'Z' Marton at 9.15am.

[Box'a'bits]

Or not. Something has come up at home, & I won't be able to make it. :brick:

[bart]

Or not. Something has come up at home, & I won't be able to make it. :brick:

You big tease you:wacko:

[umopom]

A couple of us from the frozen south want to try the coast track round to white rock in the spring - anyone done it and if so who is the contact for the key and are they ok with bikes?
Cheers
JC

[pete376403]

The Pukemanu ride did this section (going the other way) so if you are able to contact the Pukemanu organisers they may be able to help.

Pretty rocky track but quite do-able on big adventure bikes.

[umopom]

The Pukemanu ride did this section (going the other way) so if you are able to contact the Pukemanu organisers they may be able to help.

Pretty rocky track but quite do-able on big adventure bikes.

Thats encouraging - any links to the Pukemanu guys? We don't get over the ditch much!
Cheers
JC

[pete376403]

http://www.pukemanuadventureride.co.nz/

"please either email pukemanuadvride@xtra.co.nz or telephone 06 306 9868 and speak to Bill or Iona. "

[Eddieb]

A couple of us from the frozen south want to try the coast track round to white rock in the spring - anyone done it and if so who is the contact for the key and are they ok with bikes?
Cheers
JC

A group of us did it a few years ago now in that direction, I have pics somewhere, possibly even on here. I did it on a R100GS PD.

[umopom]

http://www.pukemanuadventureride.co.nz/

"please either email pukemanuadvride@xtra.co.nz or telephone 06 306 9868 and speak to Bill or Iona. "

Great - thanks for your help.
Cheers
JC

[pampa]

A group of us did it a few years ago now in that direction, I have pics somewhere, possibly even on here. I did it on a R100GS PD.

I believe it was discussed here http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/archive/index.php/t-94817.html

you can use this site to get the results too http://lmgtfy.com/

[pampa]

some of my old crappy pics

Joe the Organiser
http://proyecto-magoo.com.ar/pablo/Pictures/2009.03.22-112-Ngawi-to-white-rock/dsc01244.jpg-1024x768.jpg

http://proyecto-magoo.com.ar/pablo/Pictures/2009.03.22-112-Ngawi-to-white-rock/dsc01229.jpg-1024x768.jpg

The mighty HP2 and Garry
http://proyecto-magoo.com.ar/pablo/Pictures/2009.03.22-112-Ngawi-to-white-rock/dsc01230.jpg-1024x768.jpg

http://proyecto-magoo.com.ar/pablo/Pictures/2009.03.22-112-Ngawi-to-white-rock/dsc01235.jpg-1024x768.jpg
http://proyecto-magoo.com.ar/pablo/Pictures/2009.03.22-112-Ngawi-to-white-rock/dsc01236.jpg-1024x768.jpg
http://proyecto-magoo.com.ar/pablo/Pictures/2009.03.22-112-Ngawi-to-white-rock/dsc01237.jpg-1024x768.jpg
Another one of Eddie cause i believe he mentioned it see his old PD again
http://proyecto-magoo.com.ar/pablo/Pictures/2009.03.22-112-Ngawi-to-white-rock/dsc01248.jpg-1024x768.jpg

[Eddieb]

You missed the good bits