KB Rally - 2009. Suggestions as to where to hold it.

[oldrider]

Is it true, that the next one will be at Mapua? :eek: John.

[scumdog]

Is it true, that the next one will be at Mapua? :eek: John.

I reckon Blackball would be :niceone: but Shrek has another close-by location.

Mapua sounds too trendy.

[far queue]

& the cars...?? :innocent:Yep, they can go too.


Is it true, that the next one will be at Mapua? :eek: John.Eeeeewwww :sick: I hope you'll iron your birthday suit!

[oldrider]

I reckon Blackball would be :niceone: but Shrek has another close-by location.

Mapua sounds too trendy. Trendy! Well you wouldn't have to worry about your daks in the morning stroll would you! :shifty: :doh:

[MyGSXF]

Well you wouldn't have to worry about your daks in the morning stroll would you! :shifty: :doh:

:shit: pleeease.. won't someone think of the children... :eek5:




oh yeah.. hang on.. that's ME... :confused:

[_Shrek_]

I reckon Blackball would be :niceone: but Shrek has another close-by location.

we are thinking of the same place scummy

[Ghost_Bullet]

we are thinking of the same place scummy

Sounds like a good spot, never been round there!!!!

[Jantar]

This thread is for ideas and/or suggestions for the location of the 2009 rally. Also for comments on the dates.

The first one was south, the second one was north, the third one was south. Where to next time.

So far they have all been the 2nd week of December. Is everyone still happy with that date, or should it be earlier?

[dangerous]

Fark... we only just had the 08, by the time the ohh niner comes around I might remember 08 :doctor:

[Subike]

I was going to suggest the Kopara logging village on the west coast.
Home of the Black Powder Gun club and a licenced old school private pub.
BUT
Seeing as there are those amoung us who are challenged by the thought of riding on shingle roads...................:crybaby:

That puts that out of contention I guess :argue:

[Mr Triple]

I was going to suggest the Kopara logging village on the west coast.
Home of the Black Powder Gun club and a licenced old school private pub.
BUT
Seeing as there are those amoung us who are challenged by the thought of riding on shingle roads...................:crybaby:

That puts that out of contention I guess :argue:


If people didn't mind the shingle it would be the perfect place. A magic wee spot:Punk:

[far queue]

I reckon Blackball would be :niceone:
I was going to suggest the Kopara logging village on the west coast.
Home of the Black Powder Gun club and a licenced old school private pub.
BUT
Seeing as there are those amoung us who are challenged by the thought of riding on shingle roads...................:crybaby:

That puts that out of contention I guess :argue:Yep, I reckon somewhere on the coast would be great. Shingle's fine, think of it as a challenge, and you've got whole year to practice if you feel the need. How much of it is there on the way to Kopara?

[puddytat]

May I suggest Murchison ? Its got a great camp ground (the Riverview) which is on the banks of the Buller river, & a licensed Pizzeria at the campground,plus gas station, plus 2 other pubs all within walking distance

[far queue]

Just checked the topo map for shingle to Kopara and it looks like one section of 12.3km and one section of 5.2km, so 17.5km in total if the map is accurate.

[far queue]

May I suggest Murchison ?That'll be a big ride for you :dodge:

[_Shrek_]

This thread is for ideas and/or suggestions for the location of the 2009 rally. Also for comments on the dates.

The first one was south, the second one was north, the third one was south. Where to next time.

So far they have all been the 2nd week of December. Is everyone still happy with that date, or should it be earlier?

if we keep it the same all the time then every one knows & can book their time off etc...

[FJRider]

On the west coast... Charleston or Granity. A great day ride to Karamea...

[Mr Triple]

if we keep it the same all the time then every one knows & can book their time off etc...

Absolutely, because I've got to book so far out or the boss will just:motu: to me.

[miSTa]

So far they have all been the 2nd week of December. Is everyone still happy with that date, or should it be earlier?
Nothing wrong with the 2nd weekend in December.


I was going to suggest the Kopara logging village on the west coast.
Home of the Black Powder Gun club and a licenced old school private pub.
BUT
Seeing as there are those amoung us who are challenged by the thought of riding on shingle roads...................:crybaby:

That puts that out of contention I guess :argue:
Location sounds and looks perfect. Gravel be damned!

[_Shrek_]

I was going to suggest the Kopara logging village on the west coast.
Home of the Black Powder Gun club and a licenced old school private pub.
BUT
Seeing as there are those amoung us who are challenged by the thought of riding on shingle roads...................:crybaby:

That puts that out of contention I guess :argue:

how about a Sat ride over to have a look there & Blackball?

[NighthawkNZ]

Location sounds and looks perfect. Gravel be damned!

yah didn't say that at Kakia Point... :bleh:

How much gravel... I don't mind a little bit of gravel (a few k's) but gets a bit tiresome on the arms after to much...

(Xaria may be on her new bike by then... and will probably handle it better than me... :doh:)

[Mom]

Is it true, that the next one will be at Mapua? :eek: John.


Where is Mapua? :chase:

[Jantar]

Where is Mapua? :chase:
Mapua is a beach camp between Nelson and Motueka. Its fame is that it's "clothing optional". :devil2:

[far queue]

how about a Sat ride over to have a look there & Blackball?I wouldn't bother riding Arthurs this w/e the road will be choker with cages coming and going from the the Kumara races that are on Sat.

[trump-lady]

Should wait and see what the outcome is for the thread the farm.......sure theyd have us and looks like awesome place....bike friendly and all

thefarm.co.nz i think

[Bren]

one word from me.....NORF!

nuff said...!





seriously I like the idea of the upper west coast...Seddonville wouldnt be bad...good camping site at the old school grounds...place to pitch a few tents....bunks and a hall...cooking facilities....and surrounded by hillbillies!

[Jantar]

Should wait and see what the outcome is for the thread the farm.......sure theyd have us and looks like awesome place....bike friendly and all

thefarm.co.nz i think

Russell Rd, Whangaruru, Northland - New Zealand | Phone: 09-433 6894 | info@thefarm.co.nz - Somehow I don't believe this would qualify as a South Island Rally venue. :no:

[sels1]

Is it true, that the next one will be at Mapua? :eek: John.

Cant afford that much sunscreen....

But seriously - the closer to the top of the S.I the greater the chance of a few Northies coming over...(that may or may not be a good thing!)
what about St Anaurd? or somewhere in Nelson area

[_Shrek_]

I wouldn't bother riding Arthurs this w/e the road will be choker with cages coming and going from the the Kumara races that are on Sat.

aye laddy, was thinking in a couple of weeks when things settle down & we need to get awy from the hum drum life of work

[_Shrek_]

Cant afford that much sunscreen....

But seriously - the closer to the top of the S.I the greater the chance of a few Northies coming over...

:eek: :eek5: now looking at Hast area :whistle:

[Daffyd]

On the west coast... Charleston or Granity. A great day ride to Karamea...

I'd go along with that.

[FJRider]

:eek: :eek5: now looking at Hast area :whistle:

mmmmmmmm...:chase:

[FJRider]

I'd go along with that.

Anywhere in this area would be choice...:rockon:

[Bren]

Anywhere in this area would be choice...:rockon:

A I mentioned before...my choice would be seddonville...


Maybe the fact that I now reside up norf means I may not be welcome...:(

[Bren]

Cant afford that much sunscreen....

But seriously - the closer to the top of the S.I the greater the chance of a few Northies coming over...(that may or may not be a good thing!)
what about St Anaurd? or somewhere in Nelson area


:eek: :eek5: now looking at Hast area :whistle:


If they are gonna be silly bout it then why not create a Norf Island KB Bash...on the same weekend....so they cant cross over and ruin it!:2thumbsup:shifty:

[T.W.R]

Murchison :rolleyes: It's perfectly located for decent day rides in any direction & isn't a haul from the ferry....

[FJRider]

Maybe the fact that I now reside up norf means I may not be welcome...:(

Of course you would be welcome... after you pay the fine for going norf in the first place... a quart bottle of something would suffice...:devil2:

[FJRider]

Murchison :rolleyes: It's perfectly located for decent day rides in any direction & isn't a haul from the ferry....

If those norflanders seriously want to join us, they will make the effort required.
To get to, say Seddonville, (example only) from the ferry, will cost less effort, and money, than those KB'rs in the southern end of the island. If the southerners need an extra day to get there, and an extra day to get home. And are prepared to do so, then so should those norf of there...

[dangerous]

On the west coast... Charleston or Granity. A great day ride to Karamea...

HUH, I can apresiate most roads in NZ, but last year I did the Karamea rd... what a goat track, debri and moss on most corners, Karamea its self (we stayed the night) is a dump LOL the locals are all cross eyed. :Punk:

[Bren]

Of course you would be welcome... after you pay the fine for going norf in the first place... a quart bottle of something would suffice...:devil2:


a quart of speights...ugh...!

[scumdog]

Murchison :rolleyes: It's perfectly located for decent day rides in any direction & isn't a haul from the ferry....

Sounds good Bill, I'd go there.:niceone:

[FJRider]

a quart of speights...ugh...!

I was thinking of something more "spiritual"...

[Daffyd]

HUH, I can apresiate most roads in NZ, but last year I did the Karamea rd... what a goat track, debri and moss on most corners, Karamea its self (we stayed the night) is a dump LOL the locals are all cross eyed. :Punk:

I disagree! That's where Anna Scarlett, (Silver Fern, NZ rep Beach Volleyball) comes from. Nothing cross eyed about her. She makes me go cross eyed when she's playing BVB on TV!

[far queue]

If those norflanders seriously want to join us, they will make the effort required.Yup. It's the South Island KB rally, so I feel the site needs to be at a location agreed to by those living in the SI in fairness to those traveling within the SI. Northerners are welcome to come along by all means to the site decided on. At the last one Doc made the effort to come from Dorkland, and Goblin from Rotorua, to Danseys and good on them.


HUH, I can apresiate most roads in NZ, but last year I did the Karamea rd... what a goat track, debri and moss on most corners, Karamea its self (we stayed the night) is a dump LOL the locals are all cross eyed. :Punk:It's been a few years since I last went to Karamea, but your description sounds just as I recall it.

[Subike]

A thought for all thinkig of location, location.
The last two events were held in places that were islolated enough that we did not disturb any neigbours, because there werent any!
To go to a camp/towm/location that is populated means that we cant have a bit pit fire and party till 3am! Half the fun of the Southern KB'ers bash is that we can get loose and nobody can judge us, or complain.
Seeking out a location that fits this parameter was the reason That I suggested Kopara.
You want a good party, or a mediocer one.
Ok, Kopara is at the end of 17+ks of gravel road, but the road condition is better than most state highways. So dont worry about your bikes getting stones in the drive belts,farings, or any other little place that could be nasty.
Ys there will be other places as good, some better.
but i ask
What does the site need to have to fill the needs of 60+ rowdy bikes on the loose for a couple of nights.

[T.W.R]

If the southerners need an extra day to get there, and an extra day to get home. And are prepared to do so, then so should those norf of there...

But some southerners aren't prepared to do so & have winged the same song before and some north of the ditch have willingly done so on a far grander scale to attend :done:

[JMemonic]

Hopefully we shall be able to attend this year, I would like to just add the dates for the Burt Munro are out 27-29 November.

[sels1]

why not create a Norf Island KB Bash...on the same weekend....
N.I ones are earlier in the year. Last years one was Turangi on QB weekend.



A thought for all thinkig of location, location.
The last two events were held in places that were islolated enough that we did not disturb any neigbours, because there werent any!

Denniston! How about Denniston?????

[FJRider]

A thought for all thinkig of location, location.
The last two events were held in places that were islolated enough that we did not disturb any neigbours, because there werent any!
To go to a camp/towm/location that is populated means that we cant have a bit pit fire and party till 3am! Half the fun of the Southern KB'ers bash is that we can get loose and nobody can judge us, or complain.
Seeking out a location that fits this parameter was the reason That I suggested Kopara.
You want a good party, or a mediocer one.
Ok, Kopara is at the end of 17+ks of gravel road, but the road condition is better than most state highways. So dont worry about your bikes getting stones in the drive belts,farings, or any other little place that could be nasty.
Ys there will be other places as good, some better.
but i ask
What does the site need to have to fill the needs of 60+ rowdy bikes on the loose for a couple of nights.

Anything in the Mount Lyford area Subbie ...???

[FJRider]

But some southerners aren't prepared to do so & have winged the same song before and some north of the ditch have willingly done so on a far grander scale to attend :done:

As always in the grand scheme of things, there will be people unhappy with the final decision. Such is life. But as been posted, this is a south island KB event. Let the southerners decide, I imagine all areas will get their chance eventually...

[T.W.R]

As always in the grand scheme of things, there will be people unhappy with the final decision. Such is life. But as been posted, this is a south island KB event. Let the southerners decide, I imagine all areas will get their chance eventually...

:yawn: haven't heard that at all before chump :eek: maybe you should have been around when the 1st event was planned out to get an idea of the intention of the whole thing :niceone:

[cruza]

+1 for kopara

Not really a shingle road as such , nothing for road bikes to worry about. Thought I saw It up for sale again a while back, so may have to check thats it actually avail? .

Nelson creek pub down the road is a hummer as well.

[Skyryder]

A I mentioned before...my choice would be seddonville...


Maybe the fact that I now reside up norf means I may not be welcome...:(

This place. http://www.gentleannie.co.nz/
Not too far away from Seddonville and close to the Mokihinui River.

Has cabins etc.


Skyyryder

[MyGSXF]

Some possibilities:

Red Deer Lodge (Nelson Lakes)

Matakitaki Lodge (Murcheson)

Nelson Creek Pub & campground (near Greymouth)

Owen River pub & campground (inbetween Murch & Nelson)

Mokihinui camp (North of Westport)

Kopara (up the road from Nelson Creek.. as Subike said.. the gravel is nothing to worry bout.. tis flat & smooth as)

[far queue]

Some possibilities:
Owen River pub & campground (inbetween Murch & Nelson)This place has a nice sound to it :whistle: but ...


Kopara (up the road from Nelson Creek.. as Subike said.. the gravel is nothing to worry bout.. tis flat & smooth as)... this is still my choice so far. It's the isolation that appeals :yes:

[MyGSXF]

This place has a nice sound to it :whistle: but ...


Thought you'd like that one!!! :laugh:

[Okey Dokey]

Sadly, I don't think Mapua is "clothing optional" any longer.

[oldrider]

Sadly, I don't think Mapua is "clothing optional" any longer.

MMmmmm, I believe you might be right about that! :shifty: John.

[xknuts]

The last THREE events were held in places that were islolated enough that we did not disturb any neigbours, because there werent any!
To go to a camp/towm/location that is populated means that we cant have a bit pit fire and party till 3am! Half the fun of the Southern KB'ers bash is that we can get loose and nobody can judge us, or complain.
Seeking out a location that fits this parameter was the reason That I suggested Kopara.
You want a good party, or a mediocer one.
Ok, Kopara is at the end of 17+ks of gravel road, but the road condition is better than most state highways. So dont worry about your bikes getting stones in the drive belts,farings, or any other little place that could be nasty.
Ys there will be other places as good, some better.
but i ask
What does the site need to have to fill the needs of 60+ rowdy bikes on the loose for a couple of nights.

Dave, You picked the parameters required perfectly. As per the gravel option, personally I don't mind but some rejected it last time when I suggested the Fox Peak Ski Lodge which had only 8kms of hard packed gravel.
Suffice to say Tarmac to the door means more KB'ers.

Skyrider suggests "Gentle Annie", which at $25 per head is great for 25 beds only BUT the cost increases with use of the other cottage accommodation.
We had 69 booked for Danseys Pass BUT only 43 ??? showed (was there an official count?)
Don't count on the numbers signing in actually arriving. This is hard on pre booking a day ride lunch meal where numbers are sometimes important.

So, lets keep the ideas coming in prior to a poll starting.
I believe Shrek and others may do a reconnasance of the NW Westland area!!!

[oldrider]

I don't care where it's held, as long as I get to ride my bike!

Two out of three so far I have only ridden 40 miles (70km) to get there!

Has anyone suggested Fairwell Spit yet? :ride: John.

[FJRider]

Some possibilities:

Red Deer Lodge (Nelson Lakes)

Matakitaki Lodge (Murcheson)

Nelson Creek Pub & campground (near Greymouth)

Owen River pub & campground (inbetween Murch & Nelson)

Mokihinui camp (North of Westport)

Kopara (up the road from Nelson Creek.. as Subike said.. the gravel is nothing to worry bout.. tis flat & smooth as)

Somewhere in here...

[Ms Topo]

Mapua is a beach camp between Nelson and Motueka. Its fame is that it's "clothing optional". :devil2:

It's only 'clothes optional' two months of the year now, Feb & March and I only know this as I live in mapua :)

Mapua would be a cool place to have it, we have a cool campground with a licensed restaurant/take away, two pubs, a brewery, two restaurants and two cafe/bakeries and they are all in walking distance also with some great roads to ride to get here:Punk:

[FLYMO]

scince u are all keen on riding over the takaka hill why not over there
heaps of camping grounds and theres a few good tracks for the dustybutts to explore

[oldrider]

I nominate Ms Topo and Jen to organise this years SI KB ride-in @ Mapua. :lol:

Seriously, it is a perfect spot with all the things we need and excellent prospects for the day ride on Saturday. (and any other day for that matter)

As others have said, great choice of rides to get there as well. :niceone:

Close enough for a few more Northern visitors to attend too. :yes:

Sorry girls, just kidding about the nomination. :devil2: Cheers, John.

[Ms Topo]

I nominate Ms Topo and Jen to organise this years SI KB ride-in @ Mapua. :lol:

Seriously, it is a perfect spot with all the things we need and excellent prospects for the day ride on Saturday. (and any other day for that matter)

As others have said, great choice of rides to get there as well. :niceone:

Close enough for a few more Northern visitors to attend too. :yes:

Sorry girls, just kidding about the nomination. :devil2: Cheers, John.

I am happy to help with anything that I can :) but the top of the south does have a lot of great rides for dusty butts and you road riders :)

[98tls]

I nominate Ms Topo and Jen to organise this years SI KB ride-in @ Mapua. :lol:

Seriously, it is a perfect spot with all the things we need and excellent prospects for the day ride on Saturday. (and any other day for that matter)

As others have said, great choice of rides to get there as well. :niceone:

Close enough for a few more Northern visitors to attend too. :yes:

Sorry girls, just kidding about the nomination. :devil2: Cheers, John. Agreed John,about time we had one far enough away to make it worth starting the bike.;)

[oldrider]

I am happy to help with anything that I can :) but the top of the south does have a lot of great rides for dusty butts and you road riders :)

"Road rider" ? You really know how to hurt a guy, don't you! :o Gravel is my "friend" ! :ride:

But yes, the area certainly has everything. Cheers, John.

[Bren]

I nominate Ms Topo and Jen to organise this years SI KB ride-in @ Mapua. :lol:

Seriously, it is a perfect spot with all the things we need and excellent prospects for the day ride on Saturday. (and any other day for that matter)

As others have said, great choice of rides to get there as well. :niceone:

Close enough for a few more Northern visitors to attend too. :yes:

Sorry girls, just kidding about the nomination. :devil2: Cheers, John.


mapua sounds good to me...anywhere in the northern half...i'ts only a small hop, skip and jump from Sunny Otaki

[Ms Topo]

"Road rider" ? You really know how to hurt a guy, don't you! :o Gravel is my "friend" ! :ride:

But yes, the area certainly has everything. Cheers, John.

Didn't mean to upset anyone :Oops: What do you call yourself then? :)

[Jantar]

I nominate Ms Topo and Jen to organise this years SI KB ride-in @ Mapua. :lol:

Seriously, it is a perfect spot with all the things we need and excellent prospects for the day ride on Saturday. (and any other day for that matter)

As others have said, great choice of rides to get there as well. :niceone:

Close enough for a few more Northern visitors to attend too. :yes:

Sorry girls, just kidding about the nomination. :devil2: Cheers, John.

Nominations are not being accepted at this time. :oi-grr:

I'll put up a poll in mid - late February, and then we can decide on the location. Although I must admit, I like the idea of a decent ride to get there as well. :2thumbsup

[FJRider]

Nominations are not being accepted at this time. :oi-grr:

I'll put up a poll in mid - late February, and then we can decide on the location. Although I must admit, I like the idea of a decent ride to get there as well. :2thumbsup

Its deciding which way to go up and back, thats the hardest...mmmmmmm... :woohoo:

[Subike]

Its deciding which way to go up and back, thats the hardest...mmmmmmm... :woohoo:

Bloody obvious mate
ride ya bike!!!!
:woohoo:

[FJRider]

Why didn't I think of that... :rolleyes:

[oldrider]

"Naked bikes" should be extra welcome at Mapua, should we take the fairings off before we go there? :o:ride: John.

[FJRider]

"Naked bikes" should be extra welcome at Mapua, should we take the fairings off before we go there? :o:ride: John.

And show off the tigers wrinkles...;)

[FLYMO]

better get the farings off then its only clothes optional for feb and march
st arnaud is mosquito infested most of the time.will need someones socks to distract them from eating people
wont need any lights at mapua cause the ground there still glows at night due to the toxic dump there
riverview holiday park in murchison has heaps of cabins and a bar/cafe by the river
seems to be far enuff from town too as not to annoy to many

[MyGSXF]

Get 2 chicks on da piss.. :devil2: & BINGO!!! :woohoo:

[JMemonic]

Get 2 chicks on da piss.. :devil2: & BINGO!!! :woohoo:

Interesting, what about this ? http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-stay/conservation-campsites-by-region/nelson-marlborough/sounds-area/pelorus-bridge/

[MyGSXF]

Interesting, what about this ?

It's a public camp & beginning of Dec there will be a few people round, which can only really spell trouble. (ie: the people who were camping at Dansy's complained bout the stereo & our noise...) The other camp suggests a group can hire it "completely" which is far preferable, so we can make as much noise as we like! :niceone:

[JMemonic]

It's a public camp & beginning of Dec there will be a few people round, which can only really spell trouble. (ie: the people who were camping at Dansy's complained bout the stereo & our noise...) The other camp suggests a group can hire it "completely" which is far preferable, so we can make as much noise as we like! :niceone:

Ahh I have now looked up Seddonville on the map as opposed to my thinking it was Seddon, makes a big difference, looks like an interesting location.

[Flip]

I kind of like the idea of Mapua. Got lots of family in the area and its a brillant area. Its a propper camping ground from memory and there are a couple of very good resturants just a short walk around the beach at the old wharf.

[scumdog]

I kind of like the idea of Mapua. Got lots of family in the area and its a brillant area. Its a propper camping ground from memory and there are a couple of very good resturants just a short walk around the beach at the old wharf.

See the last post (#79) form myGSFX - this is a crucial consideration....

[FJRider]

See the last post (#79) from MyGSXF - this is a crucial consideration....

As nice as Mapua is...


What he said...:zzzz:

[skidMark]

When are you guys having this, i might pootle down for a catchup.

[dangerous]

When are you guys having this, i might pootle down for a catchup.
been and gone sorry...

[FJRider]

been and gone sorry...

I've just cleaned the bike after the 2008 one... now the 2009 one's done and dusted... ??? :beer:

[far queue]

Get 2 chicks on da piss.. :devil2: & BINGO!!! :woohoo:Mmmm Sedonville camp sounds good and the locale looks good too.



When are you guys having this, i might pootle down for a catchup.


been and gone sorry...


I've just cleaned the bike after the 2008 one... now the 2009 one's done and dusted... ??? :beer:2008 one was 13/12, 2009 one will probably be around the same date. This is just the waffle leading up to the poll to decide where the next one will be. The poll will be another month or so of waffle leading up to an actual decision :zzzz: So stay awake :D You'll be most welcome to attend though ... sometime ... somewhere :confused:

[xknuts]

Has anyone ever stayed at Te Nikau Lodge Retreat?? Just north of the Pancake Rocks @ Punakaiki. It was reccommended to me by a regular visitor as a magical experience.
I have asked some questions, and will publish these when answers received.

[Mrs Shrek]

"Naked bikes" should be extra welcome at Mapua, should we take the fairings off before we go there? :o:ride: John.

:spanking: down boy
if you get any more excited you'll be heading for a heart attack :doctor:

[NighthawkNZ]

:spanking: down boy
if you get any more excited you'll be heading for a heart attack :doctor:

:done::done::done: and :done:

[Mrs Shrek]

:done::done::done: and :done:


That was his computer and its only just come back on line :innocent:

[cold comfort]

Get 2 chicks on da piss.. :devil2: & BINGO!!! :woohoo:

Good thought on not wanting to bother the neighbours, however...
(1) feels like we are banishing ourselves to the arse end of nowhere
(2) having walked the Heaphy track i would be very surprised if the West Coast sandflies are not resident there
(3) the ride is important- Mapua has the Takaka Hill (why should you have it all to yourself:bleh:), Murchison has the Buller Gorge, Kaikoura had..well you get the picture

[FJRider]

Good thought on not wanting to bother the neighbours, however...
(1) feels like we are banishing ourselves to the arse end of nowhere
(2) having walked the Heaphy track i would be very surprised if the West Coast sandflies are not resident there
(3) the ride is important- Mapua has the Takaka Hill (why should you have it all to yourself:bleh:), Murchison has the Buller Gorge, Kaikoura had..well you get the picture

1. Danseys was not the arse end of nowhere, just nobody for miles and miles and ..... bugger... I think it must have been. But the roads to the place were good.
2. Done it twice. Walked from Collingwood to Karamea... there two days and walked back. You just have to show them who's boss....
3. Important !!! ... that would have to be an understatement. A round the block ride ... wherever its held...


What about friday night in Picton, and meet/ride on saturday, to the picked destination...... Bluff ???

[FlyingDutchMan]

Has anyone ever stayed at Te Nikau Lodge Retreat?? Just north of the Pancake Rocks @ Punakaiki. It was reccommended to me by a regular visitor as a magical experience.
I have asked some questions, and will publish these when answers received.

Been there once - very nice place. Lodges are far enough apart that noise in one shouldn't disturb the others too badly. It will be bit of a squash sticking 40+ in one, so would probably have to hire a few outright.

http://www.tenikauretreat.co.nz/accommodation

However, as far as I could tell there is no real open outdoor area... would make a bonfire somewhat difficult.

[FJRider]

Been there once - very nice place. Lodges are far enough apart that noise in one shouldn't disturb the others too badly. It will be bit of a squash sticking 40+ in one, so would probably have to hire a few outright.

http://www.tenikauretreat.co.nz/accommodation

However, as far as I could tell there is no real open outdoor area... would make a bonfire somewhat difficult.

Anywhere, for any, to do a burnout at 1 am ?? chundering and fireworks OK ????

[Bren]

Mmmm Sedonville camp sounds good and the locale looks good too.




I am glad other people are mentioning Seddonville too....It would be my first choice and I mentioned it as a possibility in about post #25...... I was there a number of years ago and had a blast...the facilities are rustic, but no worse than Staging Post...we could make as much noise as possible and not upset the local hillbillies...and as MyGSXF mentioned there is the possibility of booking the entire camp..!

[Bren]

Anywhere, for any, to do a burnout at 1 am ?? chundering and fireworks OK ????
If I remember right the Seddonville camp has a good sized concrete pad that could be used for burnouts!!!!

[Subike]

If I remember right the Seddonville camp has a good sized concrete pad that could be used for burnouts!!!!

We might have to hold FJRider to that promise lol:Punk:

Im sure his ride can do a better one than my attempt at the stageing post :innocent:

Seddonville does sound like a likely candidate for the gathering

[doc]

Focus people. :gob: Don't you think we should decide on a badge first, then we could find a place to suit.

[Bren]

If it is gonna be the west coast then its synonymous with pigs, and by relation to pigs, synonymous to Hillbillies...so all we need is a deliverance styled badge!

[FJRider]

We might have to hold FJRider to that promise lol:Punk:

Im sure his ride can do a better one than my attempt at the stageing post :innocent:

Seddonville does sound like a likely candidate for the gathering

No need to show off, or show up other Yamaha riders... :apint:

A likely candidate indeed...:clap:

[scumdog]

If it is gonna be the west coast then its synonymous with pigs, and by relation to pigs, synonymous to Hillbillies...so all we need is a deliverance styled badge!

Hmmm, don't be quite so free with your use of the word 'pig'.:shifty:

[xknuts]

Been there once - very nice place. Lodges are far enough apart that noise in one shouldn't disturb the others too badly. It will be bit of a squash sticking 40+ in one, so would probably have to hire a few outright.
http://www.tenikauretreat.co.nz/accommodation
However, as far as I could tell there is no real open outdoor area... would make a bonfire somewhat difficult.

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Hi Chris,
Thank you for your inquiry. We can accommodate up to 50
people and that includes camp sites to reserve the entire retreat the
cost is $1,500 per day, if the number is any higher we could always put
an extra couple of mattressses on the floor. Please check out our
www.tenikauretreat.co.nz for more details. As we adjoin the national
park we cannot have fires but feel free to bring a BBQ. If you have any
more questions feel free to drop me a line.
Kind regards
Lisa
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So no fires, but depending on the numbers $1500 is not bad if we get 50 plus attending for a flate $ rate.
Anyway just throwing "Te Nikau" into the mix for poll choice. :niceone:

[LBD]

http://www.tenikauretreat.co.nz/accommodation

However, as far as I could tell there is no real open outdoor area... would make a bonfire somewhat difficult.

Gets my vote as does 2nd week December...I might Just make it.

[dangerous]

Hmmm, don't be quite so free with your use of the word 'pig'.:shifty:

seen the funniest thing the other day on the way home from work (johns rd) a pig had been bolled, big bastard it was too and there was a coper parked up lights flashing looking very sad (like hed lost a good mate) as we drove past I looked at my work mate and we both loughed I sad you see that pig back there, he says which one... couple a k's up the road and 3 marked cars were hoofing it towards us i thought 'shit' the other cop must have called up on the radio saying "officer down" hahaha... or, or he needed help to get the pig in the boot. :apint:

[scumdog]

seen the funniest thing the other day on the way home from work (johns rd) a pig had been bolled, big bastard it was too and there was a coper parked up lights flashing looking very sad (like hed lost a good mate) as we drove past I looked at my work mate and we both loughed I sad you see that pig back there, he says which one... couple a k's up the road and 3 marked cars were hoofing it towards us i thought 'shit' the other cop must have called up on the radio saying "officer down" hahaha... or, or he needed help to get the pig in the boot. :apint:

Nah man, it was a race for the free bacon, donuts are like sooo yesterday:whistle:

[FJRider]

Hmmm, don't be quite so free with your use of the word 'pig'.:shifty:

He does reside on the "pig" island...:innocent:

[Bren]

He does reside on the "pig" island...:innocent:


so after 22 years in the south island I get relegated to one of the "others"?

[FJRider]

so after 22 years in the south island I get relegated to one of the "others"?

After 25 years... you get "significant other" status...

[kiwi cowboy]

Hopefully we shall be able to attend this year, I would like to just add the dates for the Burt Munro are out 27-29 November.

Hmmmm get married the weekend before to go on honeymoon that weekend:banana:jeeesh im considerate:2thumbsup

[kiwi cowboy]

[QUOTE=oldrider;1883764]I don't care where it's held, as long as I get to ride my bike!

And you can ride it well its just the gettin goin can be a problem

:jerry::jerry:

[oldrider]

[QUOTE=oldrider;1883764]I don't care where it's held, as long as I get to ride my bike!

And you can ride it well its just the gettin goin can be a problem

:jerry::jerry:

Hey, I had to threaten DD today for playing "Dirty Pool" about my starting technique! :girlfight:

Watch my tricky left hook. (I use my right hand!) :lol: John.

PS: I have lowered the bike a bit and it seems a wee bit easier to get my feet down flat now. :ride:

[kiwi cowboy]

[QUOTE=kiwi cowboy;1905492]

Hey, I had to threaten DD today for playing "Dirty Pool" about my starting technique! :girlfight:

Watch my tricky left hook. (I use my right hand!) :lol: John.

PS: I have lowered the bike a bit and it seems a wee bit easier to get my feet down flat now. :ride:

Next stop trainer wheels:blip::blip:Yano like the ones burt munroe had on his:innocent::rofl:

[oldrider]

[QUOTE=oldrider;1905501]

Next stop trainer wheels:blip::blip:Yano like the ones burt munroe had on his:innocent::rofl:

Unfortunately many a true word spoken in jest! :lol: You were jesting, weren't you? :slap::thud: John.

[kiwi cowboy]

[QUOTE=kiwi cowboy;1905515]

Unfortunately many a true word spoken in jest! :lol: You were jesting, weren't you? :slap::thud: John.

Jesting course i was:2thumbsup cant be to hard on the old fellas:Oi:no call for that was there:dodge:

[FJRider]

Hmmmm get married the weekend before to go on honeymoon that weekend:banana:jeeesh im considerate:2thumbsup

Some track time on the honymoon... ???

[kiwi cowboy]

Some track time on the honymoon... ???

Heeeears hopin

[JMemonic]

Hmmmm get married the weekend before to go on honeymoon that weekend:banana:jeeesh im considerate:2thumbsup

I draw your attention to http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showpost.php?p=1882439&postcount=30, you have an entire week, where as ......:yes:

[kiwi cowboy]

I draw your attention to http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showpost.php?p=1882439&postcount=30, you have an entire week, where as ......:yes:

Good on ya and have a drink on me as i sadly wont be going to woodstock this year cos i got things ta do:angry2: will be at the VCR and GARSTON [yano the one seems ta pop up in every thread conected with a certain :scooter:girl up that way:yes: so may catch up there:yes:

[Kemet]

seen the funniest thing the other day on the way home from work (johns rd) a pig had been bolled, big bastard it was too and there was a coper parked up lights flashing looking very sad (like hed lost a good mate) as we drove past I looked at my work mate and we both loughed I sad you see that pig back there, he says which one... couple a k's up the road and 3 marked cars were hoofing it towards us i thought 'shit' the other cop must have called up on the radio saying "officer down" hahaha... or, or he needed help to get the pig in the boot. :apint:

mmffghaa haha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha haha ha ha ha

[FLYMO]

how bout this for a place http://www.mountrichmond.co.nz/

[far queue]

how bout this for a place http://www.mountrichmond.co.nz/Too pricey/flash, and we're likely to upset people here :jerry:

[Daffyd]

Too pricey/flash, and we're likely to upset people here :jerry:

Same could be said for TeNikau.

[FJRider]

Anywhere near native bush...national park or not... wont allow fires...

[Silage]

Mapua
It's only 'clothes optional' two months of the year now, Feb & March. - so is it "no clothes allowed" the rest of the year?

My plug is for a site is:
- it has enough facilities to ensure the softies aren't put off.
- it isn't too close to other significant rallies in the SI
- it doesn't have neighbours to bother
- not too expensive

So my picks so far are:
Kopara (a magic place), or the Blackball area
Seddonville (especially if we can take over the whole camp)

[Mikkel]

Same could be said for TeNikau.

Not a lot of space for bikes or tents either. Very lovely place, but not suited for a rowdy mob I'd have to agree.


My plug is for a site is:
- it has enough facilities to ensure the softies aren't put off.
- it isn't too close to other significant rallies in the SI
- it doesn't have neighbours to bother
- not too expensive

I was about to suggest Banks Peninsula somewhere - because it is very nice indeed. However, there's quite a few gravel roads (could be avoided if necessary). On the flip side there aren't really any campgrounds, but maybe a paddock could be borrowed if the right enquiries were made - doesn't solve the "enough facilities" issue though.
On the other hand - a good ride away from Christchurch wouldn't be a bad thing.

[Bren]

i personally dont care where it is too, but my preferance is Seddonville!

I will be down, and who knows...may bring some more country music!

[Skyryder]

i personally dont care where it is too, but my preferance is Seddonville!

I will be down, and who knows...may bring some more country music!

This place is in the same area but a little of the track so to speak. Stayed here once before. Website does not do the place justice.

http://www.gentleannie.co.nz/index.htm


Skyryder

[oldrider]

Same could be said for TeNikau.

Hey, Papatowai was on the telly news tonight, there are some very "interesting" people down there!

Perhaps we could go "there" next year! :woohoo: John.

PS: Didn't see Daffyd on the news though! :oi-grr:

[far queue]

PS: Didn't see Daffyd on the news though! :oi-grr:Speaking of which - did your starting technique actually make it to the small screen in the end?

[oldrider]

Speaking of which - did your starting technique actually make it to the small screen in the end?

I don't actually know the answer to that! :o

The Tiger sits a bit closer to the ground now. (sort of in a power crouch) :whistle:

Starting and stopping manoeuvres have improved now, ever so minutely but never the less, improved! :wari: cheers, John.

[far queue]

The Tiger sits a bit closer to the ground now. (sort of in a power crouch) :whistle:Ha! You're not confusing power crouch with power dump are you :bleh:

[xknuts]

This place is in the same area but a little of the track so to speak. Stayed here once before. Website does not do the place justice.http://www.gentleannie.co.nz/index.htm Skyryder

Looks Fabulous, Bernard :clap: :first:
46 persons is the limit for beds, plus tents so would be OK.
Costs would vary from $25 - $33 per night if the dearer lodges were full.
They have a fire !
BUT is the cafe a communal kitchen??????? :(

[Daffyd]

Hey, Papatowai was on the telly news tonight, there are some very "interesting" people down there!

Perhaps we could go "there" next year! :woohoo: John.

PS: Didn't see Daffyd on the news though! :oi-grr:

I have the Tautuku Outdoor Education Centre pencilled in for next year.

It's so popular it's booked up to 2 years in advance.

What was the news bit? I missed it 'cos I was out mowing lawns.

[oldrider]

What was the news bit? I missed it 'cos I was out mowing lawns.

The news item was about a local guy who makes wizzy little gizmo's (for sale) in his hippy like shed..

Bloody clever stuff actually. :yes:

I was waiting for you to make your dramatic stage left entry but you must have been distracted elsewhere! :whistle:

There can only be room for one genius at Papatowai surely! :wari:

Thought that would be you! :first: Cheers, John.

[oldrider]

Ha! You're not confusing power crouch with power dump are you :bleh:

I resemble that suggestion! :doh:

[_Shrek_]

I have the Tautuku Outdoor Education Centre pencilled in for next year.

:2thumbsup: onya mate, we were talking to Rm & the Princess tonight & thats what we were talking about, it's a wonder your ears wern't burning

[PeterJ]

Owen River tavern is a great spot and I bet there wouldnt be any one else there(there did use to be a rally there years ago not sure if they still do it.)
Okains Bay over on Banks Peninsula would be great to no cabins though so it would all be tents.

[peasea]

Mohikinui (Gentle Annie) is a good call. The lodge we kipped in (River View) has four bedrooms, two with two single beds and two with doubles. The couch in the lounge folds down, so there's ten in just one place. Next dorr is another lodge, more the back-packer style but it's fine, not sure how many it sleeps. Email the website for more info, great couple.

In River View lodge there's everything you need from knives,forks and plates to fridge/freezer, a wee stereo and even dunny paper. You just need food and beverages. Beach fires are all good, great supply of driftwood, fireplace in the lounge. Day trips could include Westport/Cape Foulwind (seal colony) and Karamea for banjo lessons. Lots of nooks and crannies to explore, a wee cave at the north end of the beach, bushwalks etc, great views from the top of the hill.

If you had the two buildings you'd annoy nobody.

[scumdog]

Mohikinui (Gentle Annie) is a good call. The lodge we kipped in (River View) has four bedrooms, two with two single beds and two with doubles. The couch in the lounge folds down, so there's ten in just one place. Next dorr is another lodge, more the back-packer style but it's fine, not sure how many it sleeps. Email the website for more info, great couple.

If you had the two buildings you'd annoy nobody.

Is there enough accom. for up to 50 or so??

Last KB get-together had about 45 or so there and there's a feeling this one could be bigger.

[peasea]

Here's the lodge, the backpackers is just visible to the extreme left. The view looks out over the river mouth and beach. There's no bbq though so if you take a back-up ute chuck one on.

[peasea]

Is there enough accom. for up to 50 or so??

Last KB get-together had about 45 or so there and there's a feeling this one could be bigger.


Not sure how many the backpackers holds but if you get ten in the lodge, another couple of dozen in the b/p the rest could tent it or kip on the floors. There are tent sites just down the road and I think there's another lodge down there too. The place is fairly spread out but the RV lodge and the b/p would be my pick. Email is gntlanie@xtra.co.nz. Ellen usually checks the emails.

[ajturbo]

HUH, I can apresiate most roads in NZ, but last year I did the Karamea rd... what a goat track, debri and moss on most corners, Karamea its self (we stayed the night) is a dump LOL the locals are all cross eyed. :Punk:

and i'm sure there were banjos playing in them there hills.....

there are 2 pubs... and.. well that's it i think... hahahaha

[FLYMO]

yeah a psycho stealing nutter we kicked out of golden bay years ago
he now lives in karamea and will flog anything not bolted down
oh and theres a nudist whitebaiter there too.ok some ones going to ask wat he uses as a whitebait marker no doubt

[SilverGrin]

yeah a psycho stealing nutter we kicked out of golden bay years ago
he now lives in karamea and will flog anything not bolted down
oh and theres a nudist whitebaiter there too.ok some ones going to ask wat he uses as a whitebait marker no doubt

He?

Bugger. No need to pursue that further.

[FLYMO]

yeah i aint going to ask him for some free whitebait for the rally
if down the coast who is going a few weeks earlier to catch the bait ?????

[Ruralman]

:2thumbsup: onya mate, we were talking to Rm & the Princess tonight & thats what we were talking about, it's a wonder your ears wern't burning

Yeah the Tautuku Lodge would be a great place for our rally - and the ride through the Catlins has to be up with the top Sth Island sealed road M'bike rides now.
Lots to see and do down there in an out-doorsey sort of way

As for you Shrek - I have photgraphic evidence here that you were again lurking around Belly Dancers - this time in the Dunedin Octagon :oi-grr:

[_Shrek_]

As for you Shrek - I have photgraphic evidence here that you were again lurking around Belly Dancers - this time in the Dunedin Octagon :oi-grr:

that does not prove anything coz it's a back shot & I know Mrs Shrek's arse ain't that big :laugh:

Ps: nice pick of the dancer :msn-wink:

[Bren]

that does not prove anything coz it's a back shot & I know Mrs Shrek's arse ain't that big :laugh:

Ps: nice pick of the dancer :msn-wink:

Guilty as charged I'd say!

[Xaria]

Pity I didn't see you Bruce, I saw the belly dancers there but Shrek snobbed me and didn't say hello.

[Ruralman]

Pity I didn't see you Bruce, I saw the belly dancers there but Shrek snobbed me and didn't say hello.

I was busy being their official photographer:blip:
And official minder for one of them in particular:shifty:

[deeanddude]

Sorry guys and gals, just found this thread.


Just checked the topo map for shingle to Kopara and it looks like one section of 12.3km and one section of 5.2km, so 17.5km in total if the map is accurate.

Plains stay at Nelson Creek for Labour weekend to watch the street races in grey. Went up to Kopara last year, and the land is up for sale. Only about 1/2k of shingle, going in from Nelson Creek. If its still up and running, ideal location.

If its not a go...takaka?

[_Shrek_]

I was busy being their official photographer:blip:
And official minder for one of them in particular:shifty:

so you're the guy that was :drool: taking photos, did any of them turn out? coz man were you're hands shaking :rofl:

[fire eyes]

Im keeping my eye on this thread ... I'd like to attend .. well .. thats if FJ doesn't leave me behind :spanking:

[FJRider]

Im keeping my eye on this thread ... I'd like to attend .. well .. thats if FJ doesn't leave me behind :spanking:

Nahhhh wouldn't do that.... :love:

[kiwi cowboy]

Im keeping my eye on this thread ... I'd like to attend .. well .. thats if FJ doesn't leave me behind :spanking:

FJ has told me all about you two [he braggs ya know]:2thumbsup

[fire eyes]

fantastic KC .. yes he is a very lucky man to now be the 'm' in a f/f/m relationship ... ;)

[FJRider]

FJ has told me all about you two [he braggs ya know]:2thumbsup

Not ALL my FRIEND... perhaps I could tell more... nah!!!

[kiwi cowboy]

fantastic KC .. yes he is a very lucky man to now be the 'm' in a f/f/m relationship ... ;)

""MAN"" :clap::clap:you have noticed he rides a yamaha havent you?????:girlfight.

As for leaving you behind you could ride a pushie faster than he rides::dodge:

[kiwi cowboy]

Not ALL my FRIEND... perhaps I could tell more... nah!!!

Whynot all's fare in love and KB:love:

[fire eyes]

FJ! dont you dare! Part of your job description stipulates a confidentialty clause ..

(and that's stipulates .. not stimulates :drool:)

[FJRider]

""MAN"" :clap::clap:you have noticed he rides a yamaha havent you?????:girlfight.

As for leaving you behind you could ride a pushie faster than he rides::dodge:

She noticed you ride a honda....:blink:

I'm too tired to go faster.... :sunny:

[kiwi cowboy]

FJ! dont you dare! Part of your job description stipulates a confidentialty clause ..

(and that's stipulates .. not stimulates :drool:)

Well he has made mention of the 'stipulating' conversations you have:whistle:

[kiwi cowboy]

She noticed you ride a honda....:blink:

I'm too tired to go faster.... :sunny:

Ah but i also ride a suzuki so i guess it doubles me chances:devil2:

[fire eyes]

Well he has made mention of the 'stipulating' conversations you have:whistle:

Ohhhh Im so glad KC .. he has also mentioned the 'stipulating' conversations you both have as well .. Ohh to be a fly on the wall .. but I must be clear KC ... FJ is now taken ... :bleh:

[FJRider]

Ah but i also ride a suzuki so i guess it doubles me chances:devil2:

The "mob" of females you "deal with" in YOUR job may not agree....


Whats double nothing... ???

[fire eyes]

now boys ... back to topic .. KB South Island Rally ..... :love:

[kiwi cowboy]

Ohhhh Im so glad KC .. he has also mentioned the 'stipulating' conversations you both have as well .. Ohh to be a fly on the wall .. but I must be clear KC ... FJ is now taken ... :bleh:

Clear as mud:yawn:

[FJRider]

Clear as mud:yawn:

bored huh...

[kiwi cowboy]

The "mob" of females you "deal with" in YOUR job may not agree....

BAAAAAA BAAAAA


Whats double nothing... ???

You tell me mister expert:oi-grr:

[FJRider]

now boys ... back to topic .. KB South Island Rally ..... :love:

Somewhere close to an AIRPORT would be nice... :woohoo:

An International one ........ :innocent:

[kiwi cowboy]

bored huh...

just nakered but anyway were is the rally gona be:stupid:

[FJRider]

You tell me mister expert:oi-grr:

No... you tell me all you know, I've got a few spare minutes... :rockon:

[FJRider]

just naked, but anyway were is the rally gona be:stupid:

honda riders... :shifty:

[Jantar]

just nakered but anyway were is the rally gona be:stupid:

We've now got quite a few suggestions, so I'll make it into a poll this weekend.

[FJRider]

We've now got quite a few suggestions, so I'll make it into a poll this weekend.

I think that would be an excellent idea... about time. Well done that man... :clap::clap::clap:

[scumdog]

Well, after having been to the Roxburgh Raaly last night I'd have to say the Roxburgh Racing Club facilities would have to be considered for next years southern KB get-together.

Has no accom. as such but :
(a) Is isolated from the town and general public
(b) Has good cooking facilities, toilets, hot running water and a hall.
(c) Tons of good camping area
(d) Still only 3km or so from Roxburgh
(e) Very cheap.
(f) Handy for people arriving from either coast or 'down the middle'.
(g) Motels down the road for those that need a proper bed or shower.

Just my thoughts

[FJRider]

Don't forget the airport is just across the road... for those that fly down...

[Bren]

We've now got quite a few suggestions, so I'll make it into a poll this weekend.


okay, where has that poll gone?

["Rambo"]

Well, after having been to the Roxburgh Raaly last night I'd have to say the Roxburgh Racing Club facilities would have to be considered for next years southern KB get-together.

Has no accom. as such but :
(a) Is isolated from the town and general public
(b) Has good cooking facilities, toilets, hot running water and a hall.
(c) Tons of good camping area
(d) Still only 3km or so from Roxburgh
(e) Very cheap.
(f) Handy for people arriving from either coast or 'down the middle'.
(g) Motels down the road for those that need a proper bed or shower.

Just my thoughts

You could always ask the Cromwell Racing Club or Oamaku Racing Club, rather large areas there for camping etc and toilets etc.