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wharfy
18th February 2009, 07:43
I know we haven't got Paeroa out of the way yet, but who is doing the Sound of Thunder the weekend after ?
ajturbo
18th February 2009, 07:47
why?... you want to crash in the south island now?
wharfy
18th February 2009, 07:57
why?... you want to crash in the south island now?

I've already done that at Greymouth (well more of a clumsy parking attempt than a proper crash) .

I' was thinking of going to have a spectate. I watched last year, it is a pretty cool meeting even if it is racist race meeting (no Japaneese hardware allowed :) )
ajturbo
18th February 2009, 08:04
I've already done that at Greymouth (well more of a clumsy parking attempt than a proper crash) .

I' was thinking of going to have a spectate. I watched last year, it is a pretty cool meeting even if it is racist race meeting (no Japaneese hardware allowed :) )
hey .. we should start a new club...
"Those who have crashed at Greymouth"....
i only crash once... tooo much power on coming out of a right hander... back wheel tried to over take front... thought that if i kept the power on it would grip.... how wrong was i ???
lol

man my DT100 had so much power for the nylon tires i was using..... and only lost one place .... yep i think i finished last that race hahahahahah
Kickaha
18th February 2009, 17:27
I know we haven't got Paeroa out of the way yet, but who is doing the Sound of Thunder the weekend after ?

Myself, TonyB, Diesel Pig and Flame are, no idea what my bike number is yet as it hasn't been delivered
wharfy
19th February 2009, 21:09
Pretty sure I'll be there, prolly go down on Thursday night (26th) so be there for practise.
Rob Taylor
21st February 2009, 08:17
The anglo Race team will be there.Thats Vicki 749r & Nick 999r and pit crew,,Cant wait:woohoo:
Sparky Bills
24th February 2009, 07:57
Im going but not racing.
Hoping for good weather to watch some good racing! :headbang:
wharfy
24th February 2009, 14:35
Well I have upgraded from spectating to competing in BEARS clubman's :)
johan
24th February 2009, 16:00
Well I have upgraded from spectating to competing in BEARS clubman's :)

Awesome mate! Something is telling me you won't be riding your Hornet!?

I'll be departing with the Thu 6.25pm ferry, I might see you there!?
wharfy
24th February 2009, 17:31
Awesome mate! Something is telling me you won't be riding your Hornet!?

I'll be departing with the Thu 6.25pm ferry, I might see you there!?


Katie & I will be on the Thu 1:00pm ferry, definitely see you down there.

Did you notice my new avitar ? :)
flame
24th February 2009, 18:18
Katie & I will be on the Thu 1:00pm ferry, definitely see you down there.

Did you notice my new avitar ? :)

Holy!!!! wicked stuff Wharfy! bout time you got yourself on board a sporty :)

see ya down there!
Robert Taylor
24th February 2009, 18:43
I will be at Sound Of Thunder approx 12 midday Saturday through to approx 12 midday Sunday. I will not be there in full capacity with Ohlins support trailer and a big box of toys ( springs and other suspension tuning options BUT I will be there purely to help ANYONE ( irrespective of suspension brand ) unpaid who asks for setup help.
SWERVE
24th February 2009, 18:53
Will make myself known robert.:banana:
Would like you to cast an eye over my 675 please. #301:nono:
Ohlins is the next big spend but having to make the best of stock for a few more months.:cool:
Look forward to seeing you
TonyB
26th February 2009, 06:12
I will be at Sound Of Thunder approx 12 midday Saturday through to approx 12 midday Sunday. I will not be there in full capacity with Ohlins support trailer and a big box of toys ( springs and other suspension tuning options BUT I will be there purely to help ANYONE ( irrespective of suspension brand ) unpaid who asks for setup help.

Good stuff! Well you KNOW I'm gonna be hassling you...
wharfy
26th February 2009, 09:21
CHRISTCHURCH

Today: Mostly cloudy. Scattered light rain developing during the
afternoon. Northeast breezes.
Friday: Cloudy with drizzle patches. Easterly breezes.
Saturday: Cloudy with drizzle patches, turning to rain during the
afternoon or evening. Easterlies, gradually freshening.
Forecast filed at : 25-Feb-2009 13:26Z
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SWERVE
26th February 2009, 16:36
Hi Wharfy
IS THAT A 675 I SEE IN YOUR AVITAR. Good boy
I will be at track on fri at around 10.30 1100.
have a pit garage booked so as ya have travelled from up "north" you can share me garage if you have no other arrangements ( good ol southern hospitality eh)
see ya fri mate
TonyB
26th February 2009, 17:27
Yeah the weather report is slightly arse eh. Don't believe it till you see it (he said optimistically).

I don't have spare rims. I can get wets, but with the amount of racing I get I'll pretty much have to commit to 1 tyre choice for the day. If the conditions are as changeable as they have been lately full wets won't be the go at all. Meh, my pirellis have SOME tread, and I've used them in the wet before....bloody slowly....

Anyhoo, I'll be there at some stage tomorrow. # 159- beaten up Ducati Monster, seriously ugly green trailer. See ya there!
Kickaha
27th February 2009, 19:04
Well practice made me question the wisdom of thinking I could go from only riding the bucket and sidecar in the last 12 months to doing ok on the 750, guess I'll see how it goes tomorrow, but with 40-50 bikes in both classes I'm running in I'm sure I can have a good race with some one
cynna
28th February 2009, 15:32
Saturday: Cloudy with drizzle patches, turning to rain during the
afternoon or evening. Easterlies, gradually freshening.
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damn forecast was right .... i left while the 20 minute wait was on once it started raining - had a grumpy 7 year old to deal with because i stood on her foot. will be back tomorrow after work tho

any one know #944. got footage of his crash if he wants it - having trouble getting footage onto computer so i have to suss that out first
TonyB
28th February 2009, 18:58
What about my crash- 159?