My partner Grub .. I will always love you.

[Nasty]

My partner died this afternoon. He died riding .. doing what he loved doing.

Kari

[Toaster]

My heartfelt shock and condolences........... so very very sorry to hear this.

Cam.

[I'm motarded]

So so sorry to hear, condolences from us also

[98tls]

RIP Grub,so very sorry for your loss.

[Usarka]

I'm speechless. Anything you need just shout.

[CookMySock]

Oh no.....

[Cajun]

so very sad to hear this Kari.

[Virago]

Dreadful news. My heart goes out to you, and my thoughts are with you Kari.

[DMNTD]

Oh for fark sakes :no:
Much aroha from Annette and I, Kari!

[Sketchy_Racer]

Oh my. I am speechless. I am so so sorry to hear Kari, hope you're doing ok. Let me know if there is anything I can do.

-Glen

[sinfull]

So so so very sad to hear this news Kari ! I don't know what to say here, but our heart felt condolences go out to you !

[Scorpygirl]

Oh this is just awful news. Sorry I never knew you personally but your posts were always full of good information. My condolences to you, Nasty, and your family and friends. RIP Grub. Ride free now. :cry:

[rustys]

Kari, that is a huge shock to Sue and i, unbelievable, very sad to hear the news. Anything that we can do to help don't hesitate to call.

[325rocket]

I have no idea what to say.

Let me know if I can help.

[Ocean1]

Damn.

I'm so sorry Kari, if there's help needed just ask.

[Wasp27]

Such a tragic loss....Our sincere condolences to you Kari and your family
Our prayers and thoughts go with you. Warrick & Donna

[Robbo]

That's terrible news Kari, my thoughts go out to you. R.I.P. Grub.
Best Regards

[Pedrostt500]

Condolences to you and family and Friends Kari.

[James Deuce]

My very sincere condolences. Anyone seeing you both together could easily see how much you meant to each other.

[Bonez]

That's no good at all girl. RIP Grub.

[Owl]

Really sorry to hear that Nasty. I didn't know Grub, but please accept my sincere condolences!

[Bren]

Kari, Jane and I were shocked to hear the news. Our condolences go to you and your/his family. I don't know what else to say...

Bren & Jane...

[fLaThEaD FreD]

condolances to family and those who knew him. Our fallen KB'ers will take good care of him...lest we dont forget them either,and never will.....Peter and Bronwyn. :ride::ride::ride::ride::ride::ride:

[flyingscotsman]

I am deeply sorry to hear of your loss Kari. Please let me know if there is anything I can do. RIP Grub - it's been great riding with you

[Her_C4]

Kari - I am so very very sorry to hear of your tragic loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family....

[DingoZ]

Just got a call from Kari. RIP Brett, a bloody good friend.

Anything you need Kari. You have only to call

Andrew

[SpeedyGirl]

My thoughts are with you at this time, he was a fantastic man, RIP.

[et al]

So sorry to hear this Kari, he was a beaut bloke from what I knew of him and he will be sadly missed by many. My thoughts are with you. RIP Grub.
Malcolm & Troy

[Trumpess]

Kari ... so sorry to hear your very sad news. :( Lots of condolences hun.

[ynot slow]

Holy shit Kari,speechless,heartfelt respect to you from Tony and Janine.

[Mrs Busa Pete]

Our heart felt sympathy goes out to you keri and our thoughts will be with you :hug:



Wendy & Pete

[cowboyz]

for all our personal debate/arguments I am truely saddened by the news. RIP grub. He was a super top guy and I had huge repect for the guy. Please accept my deepest sympathy.

[JayRacer37]

Oh Kari...all our thoughts and love are with you.

Jay and Rachelle.

[Meanie]

Monie and i send our deepest condolences
RIP Grub

[martybabe]

Words fail me, that's awful news.Such nice people. Bless you both.

[MadDuck]

My thoughts and love I send to you. Kari :hug: You know you only need to ask and the bitches will be there in force for you.

Cherie

[tri boy]

R.I.P. Grub.
Thoughts to Nasty, and those close.

[Number One]

Kari we are shocked and sorry to hear this. Thinking of you and hope you are with friends and/or family. RIP Grub.

[Dodger]

Both of us are shocked to hear the news about Grub.
RIP

[MD]

So sorry to hear. I've not meet either of you (that I know of?) but enjoyed reading both of your banters on here.
RIP and condolences.
Mark

[bikerboy011]

Very sorry to hear this..... RIP

[JMemonic]

Thoughts are with you, sad to hear.

[FJRider]

I am sorry to hear of your loss. I have not met either of you, but wished I had. My deepest sympathy to you and your family...

[Gizzit]

I'm shocked! I don't know you or Grub, but that's just terrible news. I feel very sorry for you. Take care of yourself, and I hope you have plenty of supportive friends and family to be with you.
Grant.

[Colapop]

There are too few people who make this world a better place. Brett was one. A mate who is sorely missed already

[MyGSXF]

Shocked. Condolences to you Kari

R.I.P Grub :bye: ride free...

Jen

[Fatjim]

I too am speechless.

RIP Grub.

Thoughts go out to you Nasty, and your family.

[skidMark]

skidMark here, sorry to mods for creating another log in, but i just wanted too say my bit. I hope this is understandable given the circumstances under which i do so.

Thanks to Kari for the call first off.

I'm lost for words, i am just shattered by this, an absolute top bloke.

him showing me the local twisties around wellington in the car, us both laughing about how much trouble we would get into from Kari if i missed my flight to auckland!, twisties mattered more...

And argueing over what breaking points to use in moto gp 08 on his PC!!!

Brett mate, was great knowing ya, even though it was only that 2 days, you were a top bloke, and a bloke who had alot of time for me, and anybody who needed a hand.

I'm so glad i met you and spent time with you before you went.

It was a good run mate a good run, you have gone doing your passion. maybe a little too soon, but a resonable run buddy.

I will be there to see you off.

i dont think the usual condolences to friends and family could even start to cover this.

Anything at all Kari, Anything.

Mark.

(also to mods...i will not post in any thread but those surrounding the accident / funeral details, if there is an issue PM me, i dont want to have any form of discussion regarding it in this thread.)

[howdamnhard]

Hard to beleive, never met you in person,Grub, but you where the kind of guy that was always willing to help others,basically a down to earth good guy.You will be sorely missed.My prayers and condolences to your family and loved ones.

[quallman1234]

*speechless*. RIP my friend.

He taught me a lot, and was always there for me. Thanks Brett.

[NZsarge]

I'm sitting here with Dogs'n'bike ,86GSXr RGV Rider and Oscarnz and we are all stunned at the tragic news.
Our sincerest condolences to you Kari and all your family and friends. One of the really nice guys i've met since being involved in the KB scene and difficult to get my head around i'll never have the pleasure of make his aquaintance again.

[Balrog]

Kari I'm so sorry for your loss. Marie and I are very sad to hear of this.

Jim

[fire eyes]

Sincere Condolences from me Nasty ... :( so so sorry

[Kittyhawk]

Sorry to hear of your loss my sweet...

lots of hugs,...:hug:

Kitty.:weep:

[NordieBoy]

Bugger :(

[babyB]

my deepest sympathy to you Nasty , family and friends
.......
R.I.P Grub

[GSVR]

Really sad news. Shame the accident happend so far away from help. Finding this very hard to understand.

[KiwiKat]

I'm extremely saddened to hear of this tragedy Kari. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

[chanceyy]

RIP Grub

Kari ... I am sitting here absolutely lost for words, Grub & I must have passed each other half a dozen times today and as I left after lunch went down to where the boys were having lunch to say see ya with a wave ... there was Grub smiling & waving ...

Bretts generosity of freindship will never be forgotten

and Kari if you need anything you know where I am :hug:

[Gixxer 4 ever]

...... Steve and Mary Mooo..... so sad.
In God we trust.

:bye:

[RT527]

Condolances to you Nasty, I didnt Know Grub , but always enjoyed reading his comments.
RIP.:bye:

[scumdog]

Fucksake Nasty, nooooo.

Sheesh girl, ain't nothing I can say.............

[Stickchick]

I was shocked to hear the news today Kari. I hope you are ok and if there is anything jrandom and I could do for you just let us know.

Brett was an awesome guy and you were a great couple. Such a shock and we wish to pass on our condolences.

This is a trying time for all KBers that knew Grub and we are there for anyone that needs us.

[Meekey_Mouse]

Just heard of this now :( thoughts and condolences are with you Kari, if there is any thing I can do please just let me know.

RIP Grub

[Plasmaglow]

Nice to see all these good things said about my dad.

A man I did not know half as well as any of you, maybe for lack of a better option, maybe from my own ignorance.

I think I will forever regret not meeting with you at least one last time.

As for Kari, I do not remember you well but my condolences nonetheless, I guess I may be meeting a few of you for the first time in a few days.

Thank you all for your support.



Shay Collings

[GurlRacer]

RIP Grub. Ride in Peace buddy...

Kari - Mum and I were very sorry to hear the news... we will be there for you anytime of the day or night for the next however many years you need us! Sending much love your way my darling :)

[Wannabiker]

Oh Kari...I heard late last night. Brett was a great friend/mate and will be so sadly missed here.
Ross and Gail

[riffer]

OMG Kari, I've just logged on and seen this.

Unbelievable. :gob:
Brett will be very very missed.

:crybaby:

[nadroj]

Bugger.... RIP. Stay strong Kari.

[nudemetalz]

When I got the call from Kari this morning, I just couldn't believe it !!

Here I was with Brett last Sunday pulling his CBR apart with him trying to change those effing plugs which are difficult without the tools and us having such a laugh together and now this !!!
Somehow, those plugs are just unimportant now.

Brett was a wonderful person, very kind and friendly.
I feel very fortunate to have met him and myself and Bridgy will miss him immensely.

Died doing what he loved doing, he loved his CBR and more importantly Kari.



RIP Brett.

[Kiwifire72]

My thoughts are with you

RIP Grub

[oscarnz]

Our thoughts are with you Kari
RIP Grub

[Manxman]

Nasty, I'm very, very sorry to hear this. God bless you and your loved ones through these times.

I couldn't believe what I was reading late last night and it took some time to sink in. Sleep didn't come easy, as I'm sure it couldn't have for you.

I had the pleasure of meeting Grub once only, but that told me a little about the man.

On my learner's just over a couple of years ago, Grub was in front of me coming up to a halt sign. He was turning right, me left.

When I pulled in at Whitby BP, there he was right behind me (he'd obviously recognised a newbie, and turned around to have a word), introducing himself by saying "nice bike". It wasn't, but he was diplomatic about it. As I recall, he was riding his old CBR600 (the pinkish one)!

Anyways, he went to on make small talk and to suggest I turn up to the Wednesday night rides down at the Duck Pond. To my lasting shame I never got around to it.

I have always remembered this brief meeting, as it told me so much about the biker community and possibly something about him also.

My condolences, and as so many have said here, please let me know (PM) if there is anything I can do to ease your burden.

David

[portokiwi]

I heard late last night.Our Condolances Nasty. our hearts and thoughts are with you. R.I.P Grub.:(

[ital916]

ohh, RIP mate, my condolences Nasty.

.....

:no:

[devnull]

Our thoughts are with you Kari, and our sincerest condolences

Sharyn & Gordon

[coffeejunkie]

Hay Nasty, I met you the morning of the ride with my partner balzybuell, We heard about Grub at one of our stops and was bummed to hear of his accident, When we got back to Petone we got told he has passed and even tho we don't know you i was sadden to hear this, I am so very sorry for your loss and hope that if you need anythng PLEASE do not hesitate in contacting us, May our love be with you and always remember he is in your heart and always will be

[Edbear]

Sinceresst condolences...

[Duke girl]

Kari what does 1 say to someone who has lost the most important person who they Loved and cherished as much as you did with Grub. I just cant believe that this has happened to such an Awesome guy and my heart goes out to you at this very very sad time in your life. Grub surely was a very helpful, generous and pleasant guy to know and I am so glad that I had the opportunity to not only work with him with the Vic Club at the race meetings but to also go for the few rides I went on with him and you also. He is going to be missed by so many of us and the memory of him will live on with us all forever. RIP Grub and I miss you you so much. Please Kari if there is anything I can do for you Please dont hesitate to give me a call and here is a Huge Big Hug for you.:weep::cry::bye:

[Skunk]

I don't know what to say - can't really believe it. I am speechless. Kari, I hope you're ok. Let me know if there is anything I can do. Grub was such a wonderful guy.

[saul]

My most sincere condolences to you and your familes

[Griffin]

What does one say... though I never knew Grub personally I had the sense of knowing him through reading his posts... as I do with many of the regular KB contributors. This is sad and shocking news - my thoughts are with you Nasty... Grub was and is a well known guy to many KB'rs and all will be feeling this loss.

RIP Grub :weep:

[boomer]

RIP Grub and my thoughts go out to Nasty, friends and family.

[wilber]

My thoughts and sincerest condolences are with you Kari ..RIP GRUB

[terbang]

RIP Grub and condolences to you Nasty.

[Quasievil]

Thats terrible news, im very sorry for your loss, please accept our deepest sympathies
Bret and Paula

[BigG]

Mate that sucks,RIP Grub condolences to you and his Family and freinds

[robertydog]

RIP Grub,
So very sorry for your loss.

[Marknz]

R.I.P Grub.... enjoy the ride, where ever you are.

[Hawkeye]

When I came around that bend to see someone on the road, at the time I did not know it was Brett. Brett was in the group ahead of me and I had been chatting to him when we made a food stop about 45mins earlier. As we pulled in , he was standing with a big grin on his face, about to put his helmet on to do the next leg - about to do something he loved. That is the way I will always remember him. Someone who had the time to chat and who took an interest in what you had to say.

Kari you have my sincere condolences. Your loss will be shared by many who knew him via the wider KB community. If you need anything at all please don't hesitate to ask.

Kenny

.

[Skunk Control]

I'm so sorry Kari, I really don't now what to say. Let us know if you need anything.

Ride on Brett - RIP.

[Tony.OK]

Rip Grub..........Kari am so sorry to hear about your loss, please accept our sincerest condolences.
Tony & Carol.

[laserracer]

Im so sorry to hear of your loss, i never meet brett except here on KR, he seemed like a genuine nice kinda guy always willing to help
RIP.. GRUB..RIDE FREE

[Chickadee]

Sincere condolences, sad to hear that Grub's no longer with us. Love and hugs to you Nasty

[Amazon]

We are saddened by the news. Our thoughts are with you Nasty at this very sad time. :weep: Kay and Solly

[metagoo]

Just getting to know you Brett, Kari what a loss. You know we're round the corner. I heard the bikes arrive back last night - two of them - and just assumed Brett was one half. Then more and more bikes today, then read the post. We're so sorry.

[Slides]

I only ever met Brett properly for the first time that morning, and I would have really liked to know him better. I wish we'd been able to get help sooner. I am very, very sincerely sorry and my thoughts are with you.

[slofox]

So very sorry to hear your news....my heart goes out to you.

[Funflea]

My claim to fame is Grub's blister, as he used to call me, when he wasn't calling me Flea, a nicknname he gave me when I was the little sister bugging him, many years ago.

I was fortunate to have been transported round Wellington and up over the hills etc on the back of Brett's bike, such awesome times. I enjoyed a day at Vic Club races with Brett and Kari, where I took heaps of photos and met a few of you. These memories are very precious to me, because I will always remember Brett doing what he loved and being with good friends.

Thank you all for your wonderful messages and the support that you are giving Kari. They had an amazing relationship and I treasure you Kari as part of our family.

Grub went doing what he loved, but damn I wanted him around for a lot longer.

Lea

[bull]

My deepest sympathies to you Kari, Bret was always a great fella to chat with on the rides. Will def miss his reassuring smile.

Danny.

[ManDownUnder]

.... I can't put my shock into words and I'm so incredibly sorry to hear this. If I can anythng - please ask.

RIP Grub. Every time I put my hand up - you helped. You're a genuine good bastard

[Nasty]

Hey guys

Thanks for all your kind thoughts .. for those who want to come around thats cool .. we are sitting around watching Col cook ... we are at our place in Whitby. dont' be afraid to come over and help us shoot the shit in Grubs memory.

[007XX]

Oh dear God...I have just logged on and I'm just floored by this news.

K, you have my number...anytime even if at midnight, call if you need an ear.

RIP Grubb, may you keep riding with the angels.

[crazefox]

Fuck mate we had some laughs turning the that multi coloured bike of yours
into the yellow bumblebee. Speachless. Keep those wheels rolling my friend.

[Pussy]

Terrible news! Our thoughts are with you, Kari.
I feel fortunate to have met and ridden with Brett
RIP, Grub

John and Annie

[Crasherfromwayback]

Shocking news Kari. RIP Grub.

[Maha]

Heya Kari love, very very sad news sweetheart, Brett was truely a cool guy. He made the best eggs benedict (sp) ever! :yes:
It all kinda sunk in during the wee hours of this morning. Thoughts are with you every minute.

[Disco Dan]

I am shocked, so sorry to hear this news. My thoughts are with you.

I had the good fortune of meeting you both and was humbled by such kindness and generosity.

Let me know if there is anything I can do.

[Bloody Mad Woman (BMW)]

I have just heard, oh my god what devastating news, I cannot believe it - my heartfelt condolences to you Kari - you were such soulmates and a loving team. I cannot even begin to imagine how you feel - but I am thinking of you and will try and get out to see you. Please ask if there is anything I can help with - people have survived my cooking to date.

RIP Grub - you did so many things for a lot of people and you were invaluable to the Vic Club. You will be missed so much. Ride free friend.

Shirley

[Mom]

Words are so terribly hopeless at times like these. Kari, I am so sorry you have lost your beloved Bret, ones of life truely wonderful people. Take care love, I have my arms around you. See you soon.

Love Anne

[madmal64]

Lost for words here.
Kari my heart goes out to you & the family. Thanks for the offer to pop around and "shoot the shit".
A huge loss for you & all here on KB.

Mal

[nivram]

My sincere condolences, what a shock if there was ever who had passion for riding it was Grub, awesome guy with a wealth of knowledge.

[MIXONE]

I've only met you the once on a Sunday ride but you both struck me as being genuine nice guys.My sincere condolences to you and may your extended kb family be with you for the tough times ahead.

[Madness]

Sincere condolences Kari.

Grub is now with Uncle B. It's always the selfless ones that seem to get taken early.

[bigfoot]

Shocking news ! Extremely sorry to hear about your loss

[jtzzr]

Sincere Condolences to Family and friends ,and of course to you Nasty...

R.I.P Grub

[Blossom]

Such sad news. RIP
Our deepest condolences to you and your family.

[Retroqueen]

Such sad news. My thoughts are with you....

[skidMark]

I am shocked, so sorry to hear this news. My thoughts are with you.

I had the good fortune of meeting you both and was humbled by such kindness and generosity.

Let me know if there is anything I can do.

The same generousity they extended to all dan, even me.


Sincere condolences Kari.

Grub is now with Uncle B. It's always the selfless ones that seem to get taken early.


On no those two will talk shit over beers forever! :laugh:

skidMark.

[RantyDave]

Oh God. I'm so sorry.

Fucking world.

Dave

[Kendog]

I don't really know what to say.
So sorry to hear this news, RIP Brett.

Kari, we will come round and see you when we get back.

Nigel.

[Trudes]

:gob: Can't believe it. So sorry to hear this news about Brett, he will be sorely missed by those who had the pleasure to meet and know him. RIP Grubby.

Kari, as you know and as others have said, my thoughts and love go out to you at this time, if there's anything we can do, just let us know. We're in Aussie at the mo and can't get back til Friday so we'll come and see you as soon as we can. :hug:
Trudes.

[Storm]

Very sorry to hear that. Hope you are surrounded by those who love you to help support you at this time.

[quickbuck]

RIP Grub.
So sorry to hear of the news Nasty......

Condolences to family and friends.

[gav]

Sorry to hear this .... RIP

[fizbin]

so sorry for your loss Karli!

[Kiwi Graham]

shocking news, condolences Karli, RIP grub...............sorry......speachless :weep:

[sels1]

Kari, shocked to see this news ,just back from the West Coast and logged on to find this. Heartfelt condolences from us, will catch up soon.

[jimbo600]

Sorry to hear about your loss Kari. An aweful thing to happen. Condolences to all who knew Brett. What more can I say. Shocking.

[Mikkel]

What terrible news. I am very sorry to hear this. RIP Grub. The cause of Bumsteering has lost a champion :( And my heartfelt condolences to you Kari.

[Spittie]

Thats really sad news.Im so sorry to read this.
R.I.P Brett

[Riff Raff]

:(

My deepest sympathies. RIP.

[McDuck]

I dont know what to think, if you need anything let me know :(

[shafty]

Gobsmacked to read this thread.

Never met Grub, but with a sign-on like that, clearly a character and rememorable! GoGal and I send our love, thoughts and prayers Kari, RIP

Shafty

[banditrider]

Terrible news to hear, a real shock. Sincerest condolences.

Andrew.

[EJK]

Never met but seen many posts.

I'm sorry...Don't know much to say really...

[rottiguy]

That's news of the crappiest kind Kari, heard of the bin at out last fuel stop but never knew how bad it really was.

Stay strong and remember he was doing what he loved.

Keep looking after yourself in this time of need and draw on the strength of friends around you.

Kind Regards
Colin

[Tank]

Not sure what to say - Ive never posted in a RIP thread before.

I've only known Grub online - but he has always come across as a guy with a huge sense of humor, and a love of life.

Im sorry very for your loss.

Chris

[carver]

"I close my eyes and think of home
Another city goes by in the night
Aint it funny how it is,
You never miss it til its gone away
And my heart is lying there
And will de til my dying day"

Iron Maiden-wasted years

i never got on with the said chap online, have i had met him in real life it would have been a different story im sure

[Daffyd]

I can only add to what has already been said. I never met Grub, but feel as though I've lost a family member. RIP Grub!

[judecatmad]

Kari, I only just read this awful, awful news. Honey I'm so very sorry. I just don't know what to say.

If there's anything we can do or anything you need - anything at all - please yell out. Please. Anything we can do to make this easier to bear.

My thoughts and love are with you xxxxxxxx

[Paul in NZ]

I'm not a mirage, but posting here as Spankme kindly granted me a new log on. (thanks)

I didn't think much could ever tempt me back but I had to just to say how terribly terribly sorry I was to hear this news..... Kari - - ah bugger it - I'm sorry for your loss - you guys were a pair.... Damn bad business, and very sad.

all our love - Paul n Vicki

Your lost friends are not dead, but gone before, advanced a stage or two upon that road which you must travel in the steps they trod. ~ Aristophanes ~

[Lissa]

Kari, I cant say anything to quell the pain you must be going through. Whenever I saw the two of you together I could see how much you cared and loved each other. I am truely sorry for your loss and if you or anyone wants or needs anything let me know! I know how much you have helped me in the past and I hope I can help you. Take care, lots of love.

Rest In Peace Grub

[Hitcher]

Yesterday I was on the same Capital 1,000km Cruise as was Grub.

The day was perfect for riding, with the North Island turning on an outstanding spring day. The mountains were spectacularly clear, the countryside lush and green, the roads largely clear and clean and petrol the cheapest it has been for some time. It was a day that no biker could not enjoy being out riding in. It is days like yesterday that bikers live for.

Unfortunately Grub was not able to complete the ride and enjoy sharing the experience of it either at the Petone Workingmen's Club, or here on Kiwi Biker.

Everybody else got home safely, and for that we are blessed.

Motorcycling is about millimetres and nanoseconds. It is intrinsically dangerous, which is a large part of its appeal to those who enjoy it. While we all strive to ride within the limits of our skill, there are times when things can and do get out of shape. Sometimes we're lucky to escape with just a moistened crotch area, sometimes more damage results. On other occasions an off can be fatal.

I'm not sure that I believe in luck. I think we make our own. We've all of us had close calls, sometimes more than one. Grub was no exception to that.

We cannot imagine what you must be going through, Kari, but our thoughts and love go out to you.

Jane & Brett

[Duke girl]

Im so glad I was able to give you that Huge Hug today like i wanted to. It just goes to show you with all the wonderful comments on here how much you and Grub were loved and admired, and always remember that if there is anything you need I am here for you like alot of other KB members are so all you have to do is just ask and we will be there for you ok?. Takecare Kari and my heart goes out to you at this very sad time in your life. Cheers Skip.xxxxxxxxxxxx

[PrincessBandit]

Like so many others, we've never met other than in cyberspace, but please know that we are thinking of you and are shocked to hear this sad sad news. Sincere condolences.

[my-bonaventure]

..... my heartfelt sympathy to you Kari (Nasty) and your families ....... it was wonderful to have met you and Grub in March on the ride ...... may your passion and enthusiasm in the bike world keep you strong

R.I.P Grub

[86GSXR]

I'm extremely shocked and saddened by this Kari. We were at the scene for some time and could never have imagined the outcome. So very sorry.

[Clivoris]

Too many friends taken in too short a time.
I've only known Brett for 3 years and believe that I was only starting to scratch the surface. An intellectually curious, good natured, thoughtful, straight talking, generous and all round good bastard. Over the last few months he also managed to restore some order to the VMCC accounts, and with Kari, developed some costings for the Manfield National round and next years Winter Series.
Absolutely gutted to lose another mate and good bastard. I hope our support helps Kari.

[Shadows]

I'm sorry Kari.

[Dan Mapp]

Hi Kari I still not sure what to say except for what I said this morning (It just sucks) I would also like to say thanks to opening your home to a all most complete stanger just so he could go for a bit of a ride. Please stay in touch and let me know if there is any thing I can do to repay yours and Bretts kindness. Dan

[Foxzee]

Kari,

Our thoughts and love are with you. Many hugs my chick. Let us know if there is anything we can do.

Grub: Ride free .....RIP... you will be missed by us and so many.

Dee and Jay Wintle

[Ivan]

sorry to hear this aye.

Condelences to you Kari and to Bretts Family

Rip

Ivan

[Scouse]

Sorry to hear about your loss Kari, RIP Grub ride free.

[CM2005]

terrible thing to happen to anyone, never met the guy but good fulla on here. Ride In Peace

[Gareth51]

Our sincerest condolences Kari with your lost
RIP Brett you will be sadly missed
lol Gareth and Trish

[phoenixgtr]

Condolences Kari.

I got to ride with Brett a few times. He was a great guy. He will be greatly missed

[oldguy]

What sad news
Sincere Condolences Nasty
Rest In Peace Grub

John and whanau

[roy.nz]

So sorry to hear that Kari may he RIP ...

[Sniper]

Kari, our sincere condolances from across the ditch. Brett shall be dearly missed

[Charlie41]

It is so sad!!!
It was a perfect day yesterday. Wonderful people, scenery and riding.
Not a good end to the day though. Condolences Kari! I only met you guys a few weeks ago, but he was an awesome man! Let me know if you need anything, I'm just across the road.
Charlie

[Weaver]

I just found out tonight and couldn't believe it.
He was a great guy and its a genuine loss to the motorcycling community.
My condolances to you Kari.

[ajturbo]

Kari, i was so saddened to hear of this...
i am lost for words, but just know that we have you in our thoughts
we decided to tell luke on sunday after the racing, he is also feeling for you ...

....

AJ &Mud Boy
from portugal....

[koba]

#?!?!?$!?$ #!%$%$#^!#^$

Condolances Kari.

[bistard]

Kari,I am shocked & stunned,I was only talking to you both at the top of the hill a couple of weeks ago
Best wishes
Barry & Nicky

[yungatart]

Kari...much love and hugs to you.
What a huge loss!
hXc sends love and huge hugs form Belgium. You are in his thoughts.
Emma sends her love and condolences...she is ever grateful for the care you both showed her when she was in Welly.
I am stunned, and saddened. Whatever you need, just ask!

Grub was the only person to ever 'accuse' me of giving anyone 'the learn'... a memory I will treasure!

[merv]

RIP Grub.

So sorry to hear this Kari, just caught up with the news this morning.

Kind regards from Mrs merv and me.

[slimjim]

gosh...as all have said...thoughts are full ..

[vifferman]

Like many here, I never met Grub, but still feel very saddened by this news.
Rest in peace, brother biker.

My sincere and heartfelt condolences to Kari, his family and his friends. Best wishes to you all.

- Ian

[MSTRS]

News like this is always devastating. No words can truly say what thoughts are behind them.
Kari, my deepest sympathy is with you now, and in the days ahead.
Brett/Grub - your theories of 'bum steering' may have been a subject of humour for many of us, but you would never give anyone a bum steer. RIP.

[Okey Dokey]

Nasty, I am so very sorry to hear this today. My thoughts are with you now in your loss. RIP Grub.

[Deano]

Very sorry to hear this Kari - my thoughts are with you.

[sunhuntin]

kari, you have susans and my condolences. also victor from the bp that bought the 500 sends his sympathy to you.
if you need anything, at anytime, dont hesitate to call or txt. *hugs* to you my friend... you are in my thoughts at all times. :hug:

grub will be very sorely missed, and the memories treasured. i am greatful for the times we met up and that susan and i got to taste his wonderful cooking.

grub... my pegs are down, my friend. you are missed by many. ride in peace


Memories
The love is in the telling
As much as in the run
The hours spent reliving
After all the ridings done
When winter nights unseat us
And drive us all inside
The memories still remind us
Of the thrill that’s in the ride
So pass another beer my friend
And listen to my tale
Of the ride I took last summer
When it was hot as hell
.... Jim Sickler ....

[RnB Fan]

Never had the good fortune to meet Grub but certainly enjoyed his presence on-line. Sympathies to his family and friends at this time. RIP.

[Genestho]

My partner died this afternoon. He died riding .. doing what he loved doing.

Kari

:no::hug:
aw mate, there are no words of solace I can give you, I wish there were words to make this dissapear.
Im am so sorry for your loss.
Condolences from both myself and the BADD crowd xo

[Finn]

So very sorry to hear Nasty. Can't imagine what you're going through.

Finn

[unhingedlizard]

Only know Brett from the same ride last year. All my thoughts are with you Nasty.

[Wolf]

Totally stunned to hear that. Heartfelt condolences.

[Al]

Heartfelt condolences and thoughts and prayers....

RIP brother

[wybmadiity]

So very sorry to hear of your loss, condolances to you Nasty, Funflea and all others who are feeling the devistation of a loved one lost.
RIP Grub.

[Wasp]

just heard. Pretty shocked ... sad... devastated

i'll miss riding with you mate

condolences from myself, Joe, Colin, Shane and everyone else at your old work :bye:

[LilSel]

Sorry to hear of such a loss, thoughts with family & friends. Condolences
RIP Grub

[Pwalo]

I've only just caught up with this. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

[Kiwibacon]

Altho I never had the pleasure of riding with you guys, reading all these messages tells me that you are great fun bikers to be with.
:weep: My condolences 2 u Nasty for your loss. Rip Grub, may the highways of heaven run true for u.

[svs]

so sorry to hear this. thoughts are with you kari

phil

[Swoop]

So very, very sorry to hear this. Condolences Nasty.

R.I.P. Grub.

[Kinje]

Shocked to hear this. So sorry Nasty

Grub was such a welcoming guy and a joy to ride with. I remember sharing a pit bay with you guys at a Manfield track day...and going on a tiki tour of the countryside around Palmy North looking for a 'short cut' to get back to Welly. We got there in the end after a wee back track :whistle:

RIP Grub

[Freakshow]

Just found out via Rotorua,

Really saddened to hear the news!! Thinking of you guys,


Royce

[Clivoris]

Just found a picture of the man being useful, while striking an almost balletic pose. Taken at Manfield start/finish platform during September.

[sunhuntin]

good photo, clivoris. have saved it as i dont have any decent ones. best ive got is brett on his bike the last time we met up.

[Reckless]

Riding! Times like these, makes me question why we all do it!
And why in gods name I keep doing it!

R.I.P Grub!
Our thoughts are with you Kari!!!

[Mrs Busa Pete]

Brett / Grubs Auckland funeral details are here for those that are interested.

www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=85913

[roogazza]

Been there, it's tough ! G.

[Jolly]

My first ever post and I can't believe it is such a one. Our thoughts are with you Kari, I hope you can take some small comfort from the amazing support shown here.

Love and hugs Jo and Sally

[Kickaha]

Nasty, our sincerest condolences from both myself and Joni

[Elysium]

Ah man, I was going to reply to a post he made in the touring section then I find this thread!:( Now I know who one of the two motorcyclists killed in the weekend is.

I'm sure he's with the god of speed now.

[MVnut]

Very sad news, RIP Grub ........lost for words......

[flame]

Kari.....

My heart goes out to you.
Stay strong hun. Will see you Thursday.

[chazza404]

Im still shocked to hear it, RIP mate

my thoughts are with you Kari

[Indiana_Jones]

My condolences,

Very sad news :(

-Indy

[chicksnleather]

Kari - so very sorry not to have caught up with you yesterday, Steve and I are here for you and yours please don't hesitate to give us a call if there is anything we can do. See you Thursday. LOL Cheryl & Steve

[maxworldbiker]

Kari, sweet girl. Kerry and I send our condolences and love to you and your family at this incredibly shocking and sad event. We are very glad to have had the chance to meet Grub and share some miles with him back in March this year. He was an absolutely top fella. He was loved by many, and will be missed by all. Take care.

[Sanx]

Very sorry to read this Nasty. May Brett rest in peace and may you find both strength and comfort.

Dan.

[Mikeydaman]

So sorry to hear your loss Kari, he was a good man...hard to believe gone. He has ridden into the wind. Never forgotten.

[TOTO]

Rest in Peace Grub.

[Ms Piggy]

Kari - I was very sorry to hear about Grub's death. From the few times I met you both I got the feeling you had an awesome relationship & were true soul mates. My heart goes out to you.

Regards, Cathy

[skelstar]

I'm soo sorry to hear about this Kari. Sucks arse this motorcycling thing sometimes... my thoughts are with you.

[Patrick]

Been offline for a few days... kinda wished I hadn't logged on...

Terrible news. Lost for words........., just feel for you Nasty..... RIP Grub.

[GurlRacer]

..........

[team cudby]

R I P .................................................. ..............................................
I am sad

[pocketcracker]

R.I.P Grub.. you will never be forgotten im sure of that, deepest sympathies from the norfland crew.

[sweetp]

Still not sure if i can actually post my feelings. Grub was such a special man and will always have a place in my heart. I have never meet a couple that have such warm, open and generous hearts and what you and Brett have Kari and I will miss him dreadfully.

You two inspired me in my riding and i loved following him as he had such great lines. I am going to miss the feeling of security riding between you, knowing that you are looking out for me.

I am going to miss our chats, and seeing him drink coffee with his foot on the drawer. He was my go to guy on crazy ex wives and had an increadible wit. He made me laugh so often and i loved shooting shit with him.

You two made my life bearable when things were tough and i can never repay you for that. So while i never wanted to return it in kind, i will, because you are a wonderful person and a true freind.

[Dino]

RIP Grub, my thoughts are with you kari
.

[The Baron]

RIP Grub, Ride on...

[Shaun]

My partner died this afternoon. He died riding .. doing what he loved doing.

Kari


Hey Kari

Very sorry to come across this, Grub came accross as a top bloke RIP mate

[Toast]

So sorry for your loss, Kari.

RIP Grub

[Conquiztador]

Here one second and gone the next.

There are no words.

RIP.

My sincere condolences.

[sitting duck]

Only met Grub a couple of times. Genuinely nice guy and sorely missed. My condolances to Nasty and family.

Paul

[KS34]

Dear Kari,
You must be very proud to have been such a big part of such a good mans life. Although we have never met, like hundreds of others I have benefited from your huge contribution to the VMCC and the winter series and for that I sincerely thank you both. Grub may have been taken, but nothing can take your memories or your love.

[Nasty]

Kia Ora everyone

It has been a sad time for this past week .. as we have farewelled my lover and your friend Brett/Grub. I am now back home .. and have been honored by being allowed by his family to bring his ashes back home to throw off a hill in time - it will be Paecock - he loved to ride that hill and I as well as others see it as totally fitting.

There are so many people to thank and if I name them then there will be some that I miss - but you know who you are ... and you all helped me in such amazing and fantastic ways that meant that my darling got the send offs that he deserved.

I have the bike home now and will take it to be assessed today. I will have to wait and see what happens from there.

For those who are wondering - i am eatting and drinking .. and thanks for all your thoughts and prayers.

Life is a gift that we have all been given. And I think that is something that Grub was sure of - he lived life to the full and ensured that he had absolutely no regrets.

Kari

[ynot slow]

Still hard to comprehend here,god knows how you feel.Main thing is keep up the fluids(doctor side of me).

Our heartfelt thanks for posting the details and letting us enjoy the celebration of Bretts' life,as work/family committments meant unable to attend or see you.

[sunhuntin]

glad to read you are eating and drinking... that had me worried.

im going to pm you at some stage re: you being dragged away on a drive by susan and myself early next year. you wont know the destination till we get there, but it will be worth it. :sunny:

[GIXser]

Real sorry to hear this Kari.. i have seen the thread for some days..but am always lost for words... im sorry,--

[R6_kid]

Just found out that Brett was a major player in one of my other lost passions - Flight Sim. And in fact was one of the original guys who setup multiplayer use in NZ. Such a small world. RIP dude.