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zealchick
21st February 2011, 12:29
For those wondering where we went yesterday to get to paeroa and back the routes are below:
Route out to Paeroa: (http://maps.google.co.nz/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Unknown+road&daddr=-37.0959771,174.9469328+to:-37.0764934,174.969543+to:-37.07479,174.98077+to:-37.1526521,175.1218091+to:-37.2117931,175.1817102+to:-37.22746,175.37111+to:Te+Aroha+Rd&hl=en&geocode=FdQUyv0dhlxtCg%3BFdf1yf0ddHptCilFs6f7rqxyb TGBGJEGYe8AEw%3BFfNByv0dx9JtCimd7h9a7qxybTFQ_ZAGYe 8AEw%3BFZpIyv0dov5tCikVMfL696xybTGw5e0GYe8AEw%3BFX QYyf0dkSVwCilBQbTEzKdybTHQAAUHYe8AEw%3BFW8xyP0djg9 xCimDpf-ZulhtbTEAPtwGYe8AEw%3BFTz0x_0dZvNzCinL-KNmFmJtbTGwMZIGYe8AEw%3BFSaOxf0dEYt4Cg&mra=dme&mrsp=7&sz=12&via=1,2,3,4,5,6&sll=-37.455238,175.669327&sspn=0.189415,0.349846&ie=UTF8&ll=-37.246181,175.502472&spn=0.379887,0.699692&z=11)
Route Home: (http://maps.google.co.nz/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Te+Aroha+Rd&daddr=-37.204063,175.5519132+to:-36.94682,175.13798+to:Unknown+road&hl=en&geocode=FSaOxf0dEYt4Cg%3BFaFPyP0dqbV2CimdByYl0YFyb TGRGJIGYe8AEw%3BFXw8zP0dvGRwCil3IlIzL7pybTGhdo4GYe 8AEw%3BFdQUyv0dhlxtCg&mra=dpe&mrsp=2&sz=10&via=1,2&sll=-37.139519,175.34317&sspn=0.76085,1.399384&ie=UTF8&z=10)
Good roads, good company , good racing, good weather, no bins (well off the track anyway) .... a bloody good day one and all.
Cheers.
:facepalm:
javawocky
21st February 2011, 13:36
:facepalm:
Got a quote on your damage yet?
javawocky
21st February 2011, 13:40
Hey java - we got separated when we went in, and then couldn't find you later. We were looking for you when we left - but you were nowhere to be seen. :violin:
ah well - it was all good fun. see you at regular sunday rides somtime again.
I'm just a lone wolf in a lonely:dodge: forest...
Was just wondering around lost most of the day. I left right at the end, probably would have been a much for fun ride home with you guys ;)
zealchick
21st February 2011, 16:09
Got a quote on your damage yet?
not yet.....booked her in for her 1000km service and they will do then:(
gees i tell ya its knocked my confidence today round town low speed stuff and traffic:sick: no lane splitting for me today
Ntoxcated
21st February 2011, 17:55
Who's this then?
232787
BoristheBiter
21st February 2011, 18:42
Who's this then?
232787
They look well dodgy.:whistle:
javawocky
22nd February 2011, 09:25
Paeroa Racing...
I have roughly grouped classes together. The audio is distorted a little due to the cheap 'o camera I was using the I may have got a little sunscreen on the lens :woohoo: - but still - enjoy...
<iframe title="YouTube video player" width="640" height="390" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/K5WBsaB7qMw" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>
OutForADuck
23rd February 2011, 15:12
Who's this then?
232787
Very dodgy bunch ... the one in the white hat particularly looks like trouble :facepalm:
Hinny
23rd February 2011, 18:39
Good spotting.
javawocky
23rd February 2011, 22:47
Right its finally done! Had problems with Youtube taking another video I made (45s of Motogp) as copyright infringement so they cut my limit back down to 15minutes. Still mad about that :angry2:
Anyway, so I loaded it up to faithful old Vimeo - Enjoy the ride from Autoban to Paeroa ( or at least till the battery died )
<iframe src="http://player.vimeo.com/video/20278498" width="640" height="480" frameborder="0"></iframe><p><a href="http://vimeo.com/20278498">Ride to Paeroa Battle of the Streets 2011</a> from <a href="http://vimeo.com/eltonio">Elton</a> on <a href="http://vimeo.com">Vimeo</a>.</p>
Ntoxcated
23rd February 2011, 22:59
Very cool :)
OutForADuck
24th February 2011, 15:53
Very cool :)
I'll second that. Bloody good job mate... mind you would be happier if you wiped out the number plates. Not that there was any laws broken of course.
javawocky
24th February 2011, 16:13
I'll second that. Bloody good job mate... mind you would be happier if you wiped out the number plates. Not that there was any laws broken of course.
Its very laborious work to wipe those plates. I don't mind taking the video down if you like, but yeah, nothing illegal was going on and I blocked out the time stamp on the video so you can't even see the speedo if you wanted to.
Carjam as also tightened up requests so its harder to look up stuff.
BoristheBiter
25th February 2011, 06:28
Its very laborious work to wipe those plates. I don't mind taking the video down if you like, but yeah, nothing illegal was going on and I blocked out the time stamp on the video so you can't even see the speedo if you wanted to.
Carjam as also tightened up requests so its harder to look up stuff.
You can remove your name from the report as well. I did just can't find the form.
Also what was the name of the instructor that said use all fingers for braking at the ACC course.
BoristheBiter
25th February 2011, 06:29
I'll second that. Bloody good job mate... mind you would be happier if you wiped out the number plates. Not that there was any laws broken of course.
Not with me leading:innocent:
javawocky
25th February 2011, 08:38
Also what was the name of the instructor that said use all fingers for braking at the ACC course.
First up, the instructors were the good guys and were most helpful and don't deserve stick. The main guy was on a big red VTR, I can't remember his name and the other dude was Morne (More-Nah)
If we had the time on the day I would have had a friendly chat to them, but the noobs needed feeding first.
Not with me leading:innocent:
I have a rearward facing cam you can use next time :P
OutForADuck
25th February 2011, 11:56
First up, the instructors were the good guys and were most helpful and don't deserve stick.
Most of these instructors are LTSA BHS instructors and they must teach you to use all four fingers, unfortunately. It is part of the curriculum like always stopping with your left foot down.
BoristheBiter
25th February 2011, 13:21
Most of these instructors are LTSA BHS instructors and they must teach you to use all four fingers, unfortunately. It is part of the curriculum like always stopping with your left foot down.
But if its wrong:facepalm: shouldn't it be changed?
javawocky
25th February 2011, 13:38
But if its wrong:facepalm: shouldn't it be changed?
I haven't even mentioned the sage advice someone blurted out 'ah and NEVER brake on a curve!' :facepalm: (not one of the instructors)
BoristheBiter
25th February 2011, 14:22
I haven't even mentioned the sage advice someone blurted out 'ah and NEVER brake on a curve!' :facepalm: (not one of the instructors)
Depends on who's curve:innocent:
BoristheBiter
26th February 2011, 09:11
Whos around tomorrow for the last ride of summer:shit:
just seems like yesterday we went and did the coro loop.
was also looking at doing the coro loop next week end, anyone keen?
Ntoxcated
26th February 2011, 09:30
Short ride tomorrow - just maybe Woodcocks then back to watch the Superbikes. Welcome to join us.
BoristheBiter
26th February 2011, 13:28
Short ride tomorrow - just maybe Woodcocks then back to watch the Superbikes. Welcome to join us.
What time does it start? Also are you keen for motott 17 and 18? only 200 for the two days:woohoo:
Ntoxcated
26th February 2011, 14:43
What time does it start? Also are you keen for motott 17 and 18? only 200 for the two days:woohoo:
Starts about 1PM. Probably wont be able to make Taupo this time.
javawocky
26th February 2011, 17:19
Short ride tomorrow - just maybe Woodcocks then back to watch the Superbikes. Welcome to join us.
Will probably join in :woohoo:
OutForADuck
26th February 2011, 21:00
I'll be out for sure.
yachtie10
27th February 2011, 07:13
weather looks great for a ride
See you all there
OutForADuck
28th February 2011, 09:31
Guys a great day yesterday and I want to say a big thanks to Mike for opening up his house (and Yummy BBQ) for us. Rounded off the morning's riding fantastically.
Cheers mate :drinknsin
BoristheBiter
28th February 2011, 15:47
Guys a great day yesterday and I want to say a big thanks to Mike for opening up his house (and Yummy BBQ) for us. Rounded off the morning's riding fantastically.
Cheers mate :drinknsin
Yes a fantastic day, thanks Ntox for the use of your sky, and the food:niceone:
On another note, M how has a new bike:facepalm: as hers was getting a bit old.
So that means a coro loop this weekend :woohoo: anyone else keen?
Probably do what we did last time and meet up for breakfast in the city and go from there.
javawocky
28th February 2011, 15:52
Legend! :rockon:
Ntoxcated
28th February 2011, 17:06
Yes a fantastic day, thanks Ntox for the use of your sky, and the food:niceone:
On another note, M how has a new bike:facepalm: as hers was getting a bit old.
So that means a coro loop this weekend :woohoo: anyone else keen?
Probably do what we did last time and meet up for breakfast in the city and go from there.
Most welcome. Was great to have such a good crowd.
New bike! Sweet :niceone: I could be up for the coro loop :chase:
Bliksem
28th February 2011, 18:35
Perfect day, perfect ride, even better BBQ
Thanks
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BoristheBiter
28th February 2011, 19:26
Most welcome. Was great to have such a good crowd.
New bike! Sweet :niceone: I could be up for the coro loop :chase:
This is M new bike.
http://www.suzuki.co.nz/html/blob.php/Metallic%20Mat%20Titanium%20Silver%20/%20Glass%20Midnight%20Brown.jpg?document=28826&filetypecode=4&fileId=5572
zealchick
28th February 2011, 19:46
This is M new bike.
http://www.suzuki.co.nz/html/blob.php/Metallic%20Mat%20Titanium%20Silver%20/%20Glass%20Midnight%20Brown.jpg?document=28826&filetypecode=4&fileId=5572
Thats stunning M:niceone: I is jealous!!
Coroloop hmmm tempting would love to stretch my girls legs.....what about the westpac rescue ride?? tough decision:wait:
BoristheBiter
28th February 2011, 20:08
Thats stunning M:niceone: I is jealous!!
Coroloop hmmm tempting would love to stretch my girls legs.....what about the westpac rescue ride?? tough decision:wait:
A slow ride with a lot of bikes or a trip around coro? not much of a choice really.
It also helps that i sponsor them through work.
zealchick
28th February 2011, 20:22
A slow ride with a lot of bikes or a trip around coro? not much of a choice really.
It also helps that i sponsor them through work.
....well when you put it like that:blink: i'll see what the weather does
OutForADuck
28th February 2011, 20:23
That is stunning. I'm thinkin that Zeal is not the only one feeli g a little green with envy...
Coro or being responsible and doing tue work I should be doing.... Hmmmm decisions decisions
OutForADuck
28th February 2011, 20:28
....well when you put it like that:blink: i'll see what the weather does
Bring your sponsorship form sure between us we can work something out to ease your conscience
zealchick
28th February 2011, 20:33
Bring your sponsorship form sure between us we can work something out to ease your conscience
arm twisted.....count me in:yes:
Ntoxcated
28th February 2011, 20:35
This is M new bike.
http://www.suzuki.co.nz/html/blob.php/Metallic%20Mat%20Titanium%20Silver%20/%20Glass%20Midnight%20Brown.jpg?document=28826&filetypecode=4&fileId=5572
Yep, that looks awesome. Love the red.
yachtie10
28th February 2011, 22:07
This is M new bike.
http://www.suzuki.co.nz/html/blob.php/Metallic%20Mat%20Titanium%20Silver%20/%20Glass%20Midnight%20Brown.jpg?document=28826&filetypecode=4&fileId=5572
Lucky M
So which dealership has the 750 with one careful lady owner (never taken over the speed limit):msn-wink:
BoristheBiter
1st March 2011, 06:23
Yep, that looks awesome. Love the red.
It looks black in the shop. goes a metallic red/brown in the sun.
Lucky M
So which dealership has the 750 with one careful lady owner (never taken over the speed limit):msn-wink:
Colemans, and don't forget the non used sides of the tires :shutup:
javawocky
1st March 2011, 08:11
Colemans, and don't forget the non used sides of the tires :shutup:
Mmmm, chicken strips for when you get hungry.
Very sexy colour :niceone:
R-Soul
1st March 2011, 10:02
Very nice- is that the 600?
BoristheBiter
1st March 2011, 10:58
Very nice- is that the 600?
Wash your mouth out, its the 750.
javawocky
1st March 2011, 11:27
Wash your mouth out, its the 750.
Eaaasssy Tiger :Pokey: don't get 'Scarlet' upset she screams when she gets angry.
R-Soul
1st March 2011, 11:58
Wash your mouth out, its the 750.
Nought wrong with the 600 either..
There were just no markings, can't tell from the zorsts, and cant see the back wheel size. No way of telling.
BoristheBiter
1st March 2011, 12:34
Eaaasssy Tiger :Pokey: don't get 'Scarlet' upset she screams when she gets angry.
:doh: never mind me:msn-wink:
robboh
1st March 2011, 23:56
Hey,
Insurance has come through for the CBR and now am starting to hunt for new bike.
Rode a 675 Daytona on Saturday. Interesting bike. Next up is a later model CBR. Wondering about taking the thou for a poodle too actually.
Still keeping a close eye on forum to see what you mob are up to though :-)
Rob.
BoristheBiter
2nd March 2011, 06:42
Hey,
Insurance has come through for the CBR and now am starting to hunt for new bike.
Rode a 675 Daytona on Saturday. Interesting bike. Next up is a later model CBR. Wondering about taking the thou for a poodle too actually.
Still keeping a close eye on forum to see what you mob are up to though :-)
Rob.
I know where a nice Gixxer is.
BoristheBiter
2nd March 2011, 06:43
anyone have any thoughts on where we will have breakfast before coro?
yachtie10
2nd March 2011, 06:44
Hey,
Insurance has come through for the CBR and now am starting to hunt for new bike.
Rode a 675 Daytona on Saturday. Interesting bike. Next up is a later model CBR. Wondering about taking the thou for a poodle too actually.
Still keeping a close eye on forum to see what you mob are up to though :-)
Rob.
Go and ride lots of bikes and you should hurry as summer fading
R-Soul
2nd March 2011, 08:34
Very cool :)
Hey Ntox- I tried your suggestion with boring out holes in the back of the baffles. I bored out four 5mm holes in each baffle. It does sound a bit louder now (which teh wife is not so happy about at 6am), and seems to have less engine braking, and sounds like its able to breathe a bit easier. I cannot say that I can actually notice increased power though (probably because I am too busy holding on for dear life :eek: )
I will be interested to see what it does for fuel economy. Probably nothing the way I ride it...
I figured if I dont like what it does, I can lways just insert rivets in the holes again.
javawocky
2nd March 2011, 09:18
I know where a nice Gixxer is.
...one careful woman owner...
robboh
3rd March 2011, 22:01
I know where a nice Gixxer is.
Lol. Unfortunately I know what that poor bike has been through :-)
And if I end up with a gixxer (unlikely as they don't really float my boat, either looks wise or the riding experience I've previously had) then it'd be the 750, rather than 600 ;-)
Rob
BoristheBiter
4th March 2011, 06:32
Lol. Unfortunately I know what that poor bike has been through :-)
And if I end up with a gixxer (unlikely as they don't really float my boat, either looks wise or the riding experience I've previously had) then it'd be the 750, rather than 600 ;-)
Rob
If it had been my bike i would agree with you but as it was M's it has been well looked after and it is the 750.
BoristheBiter
4th March 2011, 06:54
Everyone keen for the Coro loop on Sunday meet up at Dennys in the city
http://maps.google.co.nz/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=Denny's+near+Hobson+Street,+Auckland+Central,+Au ckland&sll=-36.847901,174.761485&sspn=0.0015,0.002733&ie=UTF8&hq=Denny's&hnear=Hobson+St,+Auckland+Central+1010,+Auckland&ll=-36.847792,174.761839&spn=0.002893,0.005466&z=18&iwloc=A
at 8.30 for breakfast to leave around 9.00 like we did last time.
The weather is looking a bit suspect for the weekend so we will have to wait and see what it does.
R-Soul
4th March 2011, 10:30
...one careful woman owner...
I can vouch for that - Mrs biter has alays been a very careful rider on any rides that I have shared with her.
I have not seen her at track days though... :rolleyes:
OutForADuck
4th March 2011, 18:22
So guys do you think we are going to get a coro loop or is the damn weather going to bugger that up for us?
Boris, what's the plan?
BoristheBiter
5th March 2011, 08:27
So guys do you think we are going to get a coro loop or is the damn weather going to bugger that up for us?
Boris, what's the plan?
I think we will have to see what tomorrow holds. It has stopped raining now but it is suposed to carry on all day and get better tomorrow afternoon.
I guess we will just wait and see, if it's raining in the morning might just do a normal Sun ride.
I will keep an eye on the weather and post up later.
OutForADuck
5th March 2011, 10:22
I think we will have to see what tomorrow holds.
Wise choice... stopped raining here (now I'm off the roof :weird:) but forecast shows rain again in an hour or so. Guess we might be lucky.
this time of year is depressing :crybaby:
zealchick
5th March 2011, 12:28
Maybe we could still do coro? but leave a bit later? could get chores etc done in the morning meet for a quick coffee late am, and be home before dark maybe just having a late lunch somewhere ....just a thought :ride:
BoristheBiter
5th March 2011, 14:06
Just looked at the forecast and it might clear up sometime tomorrow but the roads will still be wet so not much fun.
I reckon we can the coro loop:crybaby: and just look at our normal ride unless we wake up to lovely blue sky's although that seems very unlikely.
Thoughts?
BoristheBiter
5th March 2011, 19:15
Ok plan, Treat tomorrow as normal Sunday ride, if weather is really good will go with Zealchicks plan of a later ride to do the coro loop, if raining i will be in doors drinking beer and eating pies and cakes.
zealchick
6th March 2011, 07:29
I am flagging this morning I might go for an avo ride if anyone is keen on a later option (weather permitting) let me know:mobile:
BoristheBiter
6th March 2011, 07:34
I am flagging this morning I might go for an avo ride if anyone is keen on a later option (weather permitting) let me know:mobile:
Yep us too, looks like a day for chores. roads are still very wet and it still looks like rain
Give us a call later if you go out.
yachtie10
6th March 2011, 07:38
Not sure what the weather will do
At this stage ill not be going at normal time
I will update at 10 am for a later start for the normal ride
OutForADuck
6th March 2011, 07:53
I'm with you guys, give me a yell if you go out later, but not looking like a day for biking:crybaby:
On the flip side that mean I can get my bedroom furniture delivered :eek:
zealchick
6th March 2011, 07:54
Yep us too, looks like a day for chores. roads are still very wet and it still looks like rain
Give us a call later if you go out.
will do:-)
BoristheBiter
6th March 2011, 08:10
The sun is trying to get out and a slight breeze so it might dry the roads quicker.
change that, The sun has just come out:wings:
BoristheBiter
6th March 2011, 08:13
will do:-)
Did you take M old bike for a ride?
yachtie10
6th March 2011, 08:14
The sun is trying to get out and a slight breeze so it might dry the roads quicker.
change that, The sun has just come out:wings:
The birds are singing too
Rain radar shows the main weather has gone but a few showers
Do you want to update at 10 how things are up there?
zealchick
6th March 2011, 08:16
Did you take M old bike for a ride?
Not yet might go tomorrow
BoristheBiter
6th March 2011, 08:17
The birds are singing too
Rain radar shows the main weather has gone but a few showers
Do you want to update at 10 how things are up there?
Yep will do.
zealchick
6th March 2011, 08:21
i am deciding whether to go do my groceries:wait: when are you going to make the call or shall i suggest an 11am meet up?
BoristheBiter
6th March 2011, 08:53
Its now pissing down again so i think i will flag a ride today.
yachtie10
6th March 2011, 09:08
Yeah i dont think it will clear long enough for a good ride
Have a good day:)
yachtie10
12th March 2011, 23:11
Weather is looking good
I wont be at normal start point. Not sure how many will be there
a few are riding south
Have a good day
zealchick
13th March 2011, 08:06
anybody else get them selves a speeding ticket on route to Paeroa?? :facepalm:
first of many....I suspect
BoristheBiter
13th March 2011, 14:58
anybody else get them selves a speeding ticket on route to Paeroa?? :facepalm:
first of many....I suspect
seems there were a few that didn't see the van
OutForADuck
13th March 2011, 16:13
anybody else get them selves a speeding ticket on route to Paeroa?? :facepalm:
first of many....I suspect
That I know of an $80, $120 (me) and now you :clap: Welcome to the club :rolleyes:
OCD Legend
13th March 2011, 16:29
That I know of an $80, $120 (me) and now you :clap: Welcome to the club :rolleyes:
WHEN can I join this club???
Ntoxcated
13th March 2011, 16:32
WHEN can I join this club???
You can have my ticket.
BoristheBiter
13th March 2011, 16:33
WHEN can I join this club???
Any time you like, in fact you can have my membership if you like.
zealchick
13th March 2011, 17:46
WHEN can I join this club???
yep initiation fee $120 i'll forward it to you:rolleyes:
Latte
13th March 2011, 19:51
Don't really want to check the mail now :D Whereabouts was it?
zealchick
14th March 2011, 13:15
Don't really want to check the mail now :D Whereabouts was it?
Kawakawa bay......on our way home:-(
one of my kids spilled juice on it....wonder if i can claim its no longer legible :scratch:
javawocky
14th March 2011, 15:02
Don't really want to check the mail now :D Whereabouts was it?
Bugger! If I don't ever check the mail again will it go away?
:spanking:
Latte
14th March 2011, 17:13
Bugger! If I don't ever check the mail again will it go away?
:spanking:
Yep it sure does, eventually it becomes a court fine, then a summons for not appearing, then a warrant....... and all you have to do is nothing... awesome eh
:D
Latte
14th March 2011, 17:16
Kawakawa bay......on our way home:-(
one of my kids spilled juice on it....wonder if i can claim its no longer legible :scratch:
Luckily my mate and I got lost taking a shortcut out of paeroa, ended up taking a loong cut over the waikato river :D
Oh well, hope you guys still had a fun day regardless...... think of the ticket as a souvenir.
OutForADuck
15th March 2011, 06:09
Tania, I'll rott your socks. The difference between mike's 80 and our 120 was just 2kph in my case :baby:
Look on the bright side it all goes to the general fund, some of which you'll get back one way or another like ACC training courses or better roads or More speed camera's or ... :nono:Doh!!!!!
zealchick
15th March 2011, 20:32
Tania, I'll rott your socks. The difference between mike's 80 and our 120 was just 2kph in my case :baby:
Look on the bright side it all goes to the general fund, some of which you'll get back one way or another like ACC training courses or better roads or More speed camera's or ... :nono:Doh!!!!!
....4kms in mine. I'd rather it went in my general pool to spend on bike mods and track days:yes: oh well lesson learned......must pay closer attention to the parked vehicles or stick closer to a bike with a radar, until I get mine:banana:
BoristheBiter
16th March 2011, 07:45
....4kms in mine. I'd rather it went in my general pool to spend on bike mods and track days:yes: oh well lesson learned......must pay closer attention to the parked vehicles or stick closer to a bike with a radar, until I get mine:banana:
I actually saw the van before the detector went off. it just looked out of place.
They do a little sneaky thing on Neilson st and park the van opposite a big auto door so everyone thinks its just the door setting off the detector.
OutForADuck
16th March 2011, 14:35
....4kms in mine. I'd rather it went in my general pool to spend on bike mods and track days:yes: oh well lesson learned......must pay closer attention to the parked vehicles or stick closer to a bike with a radar, until I get mine:banana:
One thing you need to be aware of is that the speed camera vans use the old K band and the lower portion of that. What this means is that you will get heaps of false positives (K Band is used for heaps of things, whilst Ka Band is only Police cars and a stronger signal).
The fact its at the lower end of the band also means you won't get a warning until your right on top of it. So be wary if you get a Detector to still use those eyes!!!! :cool:
Reckless
16th March 2011, 15:13
I have left my K band off. With the new cameras you get so little warning its hardly worth going through all the false alerts you get elsewhere. Also less chance as you have to be going away for them to get the plate so we have 50% less chance than cars to get caught and Camera fines don't carry demerits so not as harsh if the eyes miss one! As I say the new cameras give you stuff all warning be aware out there all!
The one you guys all missed must have been well hidden? Kawakawa Bay thats a new one mental note to oneself!
Morcs
16th March 2011, 15:50
will try and make it out this week. what sort of time will we finish up ya reckon? got to be back before 4 to take a mate to the airport.
BoristheBiter
16th March 2011, 21:10
I have left my K band off. With the new cameras you get so little warning its hardly worth going through all the false alerts you get elsewhere. Also less chance as you have to be going away for them to get the plate so we have 50% less chance than cars to get caught and Camera fines don't carry demerits so not as harsh if the eyes miss one! As I say the new cameras give you stuff all warning be aware out there all!
The one you guys all missed must have been well hidden? Kawakawa Bay thats a new one mental note to oneself!
No it was very easy to see, but it was between two cars. My detector picked it up fine. for some reason i get a stronger signal coming towards the front of the van.
Some of the older cars still operate the old radar using K band (have had it go off twice) and the Transfield traffic trucks emit a Ka band.
I have main set to show the frequency so i can now tell whats what but like you said you still have to keep your eyes peeled.
Reckless
16th March 2011, 21:31
No it was very easy to see, but it was between two cars. My detector picked it up fine. for some reason i get a stronger signal coming towards the front of the van.
Some of the older cars still operate the old radar using K band (have had it go off twice) and the Transfield traffic trucks emit a Ka band.
I have main set to show the frequency so i can now tell whats what but like you said you still have to keep your eyes peeled.
ah thanks for that feedback! Might turn my K band back on!
I have a steering head mount and the way I sit on the Sv I cant see the readout but I know what you mean from in the car. I should try and mount it a bit more forward but I think it will obscure the speedo if I do?
Anyway I didn't buy the fancy bluetooth sender I got a little speaker from dick smith and changed the connectors on an old cell phone curly charger lead to suit. Hooked it up in the helmet. Works well and they say you react quicker by sound alert rather than the flashing light thingy on the visor. I haven't tried the later so I don't really know. But my set up only cost about $20 bucks so its ok for now!
The cops are hitting the bike loop through Clevdon and Kawakawa very hard.
I'd imagine a speed camera there would generate heaps of revenue from cars as well. Wide road, quiet area, no traffic not hard to do a few clicks over the 50k its limited to! I bet that made a few grand over the weekend!!
BoristheBiter
17th March 2011, 08:04
ah thanks for that feedback! Might turn my K band back on!
I have a steering head mount and the way I sit on the Sv I cant see the readout but I know what you mean from in the car. I should try and mount it a bit more forward but I think it will obscure the speedo if I do?
Anyway I didn't buy the fancy bluetooth sender I got a little speaker from dick smith and changed the connectors on an old cell phone curly charger lead to suit. Hooked it up in the helmet. Works well and they say you react quicker by sound alert rather than the flashing light thingy on the visor. I haven't tried the later so I don't really know. But my set up only cost about $20 bucks so its ok for now!
The cops are hitting the bike loop through Clevdon and Kawakawa very hard.
I'd imagine a speed camera there would generate heaps of revenue from cars as well. Wide road, quiet area, no traffic not hard to do a few clicks over the 50k its limited to! I bet that made a few grand over the weekend!!
I have the HARD system and it works fine but i know what you mean when it comes to reacting quicker to sound, also not the best to have a flashing red light in yours eyes at night time. Most of the time i can hear my detector with it turned up full noise.
Rad37
19th March 2011, 13:31
Hiya all, anybody out for a ride on Sunday? :Playnice:
Bliksem
19th March 2011, 13:52
Yip - I'm in
Rad37
19th March 2011, 14:11
Yip - I'm in
ha thats two of us then :clap:
yachtie10
19th March 2011, 14:52
looks good for tommorow
Ill be there
Morcs
you can turn back anytime but ususally back around 4 (depends on how many of the worlds problems we solve when stopped)
BTW that tool you sold me doesnt work on my oil filter (cant get the the socket wrench in the gap) might have to use a screwdiver after all:rolleyes:
zx rider
19th March 2011, 15:50
ha thats two of us then :clap:
:cool: me 2. Might have to be on the short leash myself 2moro; We'll see.
OutForADuck
20th March 2011, 07:05
looks like a good day..see you guys there. I also understand that Keith (Brock) is coming along so that probably means he'll tow along Phil as well so we should have a reasonable group.
zealchick
20th March 2011, 07:25
yeahaa i'll be there!!
Horace
20th March 2011, 07:36
Count me in
Horace
20th March 2011, 15:22
Great ride today thanks to all involved
Rad37
20th March 2011, 20:03
Great ride today thanks to all involved
enjoyed the ride today thanks everybody :scooter:
BoristheBiter
21st March 2011, 20:29
There is the first vid from Taupo.
Track 2.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_Dtp7mzRcA&feature=channel_video_title
Ntoxcated
21st March 2011, 21:06
Sweeeet :woohoo:
OutForADuck
22nd March 2011, 15:29
Yep, pretty sweet. Good to be able to hear your engine in this one.
p.dath
22nd March 2011, 15:54
Yep, pretty sweet. Good to be able to hear your engine in this one.
Thanks for the BBQ OutForADuck. We all had a great time. The kids are particular impressed with your game.
yachtie10
22nd March 2011, 22:23
hey guys
Most of you should know that National champs are on this weekend at Hampton Downs
I will be there so will not be on the ride
Come and watch or do the normal ride up to you
or you could help marshall let me know if your interested
Cheers
PS anyone have a link to info on the accident on SH16 on sunday?
Ntoxcated
23rd March 2011, 08:12
I'll be marshalling as well.
javawocky
23rd March 2011, 08:51
hey guys
Most of you should know that National champs are on this weekend at Hampton Downs
I will be there so will not be on the ride
Come and watch or do the normal ride up to you
or you could help marshall let me know if your interested
Cheers
PS anyone have a link to info on the accident on SH16 on sunday?
I will certainly be there, she's going to be some good racing.
BoristheBiter
25th March 2011, 09:04
heres the vid from sat.
http://www.youtube.com/user/Boristhebiter?feature=mhum
best around 1:56 :woohoo:
javawocky
25th March 2011, 16:06
Me and Bliksum will hopefully be leaving Oteha Mobil at 8:35ish Sunday bound for Hampton Downs Epic National goodness.
Unless the weather is really really bad we will go with rain gear and a resolve of steel!
So, feel free to join in the fun!
OutForADuck
25th March 2011, 22:19
heres the vid from sat.
http://www.youtube.com/user/Boristhebiter?feature=mhum
best around 1:56 :woohoo:
Bloody good Vid Boris. Looks like a perfect day to be on track and you seemed to have it nailed mate.
Ntoxcated
29th March 2011, 07:20
heres the vid from sat.
http://www.youtube.com/user/Boristhebiter?feature=mhum
best around 1:56 :woohoo:
Up a group for sure next time :yes:
How did you go at the Tussock Buster?
BoristheBiter
29th March 2011, 07:49
Up a group for sure next time :yes:
How did you go at the Tussock Buster?
No I will stay in that group at Taupo as it is not as aggressive as 2 so i can work on my lines etc without worrying about where everyone else is.
Pukky might be a different story.<_<
Tussock was good. it didn't rain all that much so it wasn't so muddy. I am knacked but. 213 km done it total over the weekend and now i ache everywhere.
M bike is dead so it needs rebuilding and it developed a noise halfway round and when we got back to the car i found it was the main engine bolt:gob:. the nut had come off and the bolt was only held in by the foot peg.
Have to get you lot to do it next year.:yes:
javawocky
29th March 2011, 08:23
This Tussock you speak of looks fun. Dug this vid up from the tubes...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WHKS8IdxZbU
BoristheBiter
29th March 2011, 12:31
This Tussock you speak of looks fun. Dug this vid up from the tubes...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WHKS8IdxZbU
There is much fun had by all, but i'm too old to camp so we stay in Ohakune.
Will out my vid up but it will take a while as there is around 8hrs to edit.:facepalm:
javawocky
29th March 2011, 12:35
... around 8hrs to edit.:facepalm:
You use Sony Vegas don't cha? Hope you know about the 'j' 'k' 'l' keys which I use all the time to plow through boring stuff.
BoristheBiter
29th March 2011, 15:13
You use Sony Vegas don't cha? Hope you know about the 'j' 'k' 'l' keys which I use all the time to plow through boring stuff.
I use power director, its one of the only programs that can edit H.264 or .MOV.
It is very CPU hungry.
Ntoxcated
29th March 2011, 16:49
No I will stay in that group at Taupo as it is not as aggressive as 2 so i can work on my lines etc without worrying about where everyone else is.
Pukky might be a different story.<_<
Group 2 wasn't aggressive, and there are less people that can hold you up :innocent:
Tussock was good. it didn't rain all that much so it wasn't so muddy. I am knacked but. 213 km done it total over the weekend and now i ache everywhere.
M bike is dead so it needs rebuilding and it developed a noise halfway round and when we got back to the car i found it was the main engine bolt:gob:. the nut had come off and the bolt was only held in by the foot peg.
Have to get you lot to do it next year.:yes:
I think I would have to do shitloads of practice before attempting anything like that. I've only dirt-biked the once so really have no clue what I'm doing.
Bugger about M's bike. Must have been kinda scary :shit:
BoristheBiter
29th March 2011, 17:12
Group 2 wasn't aggressive, and there are less people that can hold you up :innocent:
I think I would have to do shitloads of practice before attempting anything like that. I've only dirt-biked the once so really have no clue what I'm doing.
Bugger about M's bike. Must have been kinda scary :shit:
Only noticed it when we stopped. rode 88km in blind ignorance.
Most of it is easy, there are a few hill climbs that this year didn't seem so bad.
You just have to practice more so i vote that over winter Sunday rides are now on dirt.
Ntoxcated
29th March 2011, 18:03
You just have to practice more so i vote that over winter Sunday rides are now on dirt.
I'll get some knobblies for the SP1 and raise the suspension a bit then :2thumbsup
OutForADuck
30th March 2011, 07:18
I'll get some knobblies for the SP1 and raise the suspension a bit then :2thumbsup
Sounds like a plan... the Beast already has the wide bars :innocent:
javawocky
30th March 2011, 07:41
..I think I would have to do shitloads of practice before attempting anything like that. I've only dirt-biked the once so really have no clue what I'm doing.
Na, easy as mate, just lean the other way, move your balls to the tank, stick your leg out and gas it :yes:
Latte
30th March 2011, 07:45
Na, easy as mate, just lean the other way, move your balls to the tank, stick your leg out and gas it :yes:
Still talking about bikes I hope? :p
Horace
31st March 2011, 10:44
So who is riding this weekend ? :blink:
Bliksem
31st March 2011, 10:49
Will be there is except if theres a serious casus fortuitus
rdkls
2nd April 2011, 09:28
Likewise likewise
yachtie10
2nd April 2011, 09:47
ill be there if the weather is good will update at 830 in morning
DONT forget daylight savings or you will be early:facepalm:
Horace
2nd April 2011, 10:33
As long as the weather holds out I'll be there
BoristheBiter
2nd April 2011, 14:19
ill be there if the weather is good will update at 830 in morning
DONT forget daylight savings or you will be early:facepalm:
Murry should be on time then:yes:
zx rider
2nd April 2011, 14:34
i'll see you there guys. Fizzing for a ride :sunny:
OutForADuck
2nd April 2011, 16:11
I'm up for it tomorrow. Atleast part of the day... Oh who am I trying to kid. So wanting a good ride :-)
suzieq
2nd April 2011, 18:32
yes i will be there in the mng also
first time out with the group
but looking forwards to where the road may take me
Suzieq
yachtie10
3rd April 2011, 08:00
looks glorious
see you there and DONT forget daylight savings
:ride::ride::ride::ride::ride:
Horace
3rd April 2011, 08:12
:scooter::yes::yes::yes::yes::yes::yes::scooter:
OutForADuck
3rd April 2011, 08:27
Does look gorgeous..... and given my biological clock I've already been up and washed bikes etc :shit:
See you guys there.
OCD Legend
3rd April 2011, 08:53
and given my biological clock
sounds like someone is "nesting" :blink:
yachtie10
3rd April 2011, 09:18
sounds like someone is "nesting" :blink:
so are you turning up?
and if not why not?
OCD Legend
3rd April 2011, 09:55
so are you turning up?
and if not why not?
unfortnately no - was planning on it but have to be a taxi driver instead - kids need to hurry up and get their licences:angry:
OutForADuck
3rd April 2011, 18:04
sounds like someone is "nesting" :blink:
That particular biogical clock stopped ticking years ago!!! :yes:
Hinny
3rd April 2011, 19:33
Will be there is except if theres a serious casus fortuitus
casus fortuitus -Act of God
- whose God?
Who is God?
and is 69 the meaning of life, the universe and everything in it, merely because it feels so good? :blink:
Horace
3rd April 2011, 20:00
Had a great ride today thanks to all who were there :yes::yes::yes:
yachtie10
3rd April 2011, 20:46
great ride today and great company
BoristheBiter
3rd April 2011, 21:57
casus fortuitus -Act of God
- whose God?
Who is God?
and is 69 the meaning of life, the universe and everything in it, merely because it feels so good? :blink:
No it's 42
Great ride today.
Hinny
4th April 2011, 06:16
No it's 42
Great ride today.
How do you do a 42?
Bliksem
4th April 2011, 06:28
Nice ride - even had some puddles and gravel - will turn this into an adventure ride soon...
BoristheBiter
4th April 2011, 07:36
How do you do a 42?
With lots of people.
FastBikeGear
4th April 2011, 08:18
great ride today and great company
Thanks for the ride guys. Bloody nice of me to come along to ensure that you got longer coffee and rest breaks.
javawocky
5th April 2011, 15:27
Nice ride - even had some puddles and gravel - will turn this into an adventure ride soon...
Don't forget you are not running knobblies anymore :facepalm:
javawocky
8th April 2011, 10:08
Weather.co.nz says there will be a big 'H' over the country on Sunday :yeah: I will be taking advantage of it, howbout yall? :grouphug:
Horace
8th April 2011, 12:10
Liam and I are away this week with the Italian Motorcycle Owners Club in the Hawks bay see you next week :yes::yes:
yachtie10
10th April 2011, 08:15
Morning all
looks good see you there
:Ride::Ride::Ride:
yachtie10
10th April 2011, 08:16
Liam and I are away this week with the Italian Motorcycle Owners Club in the Hawks bay see you next week :yes::yes:
Hope you have a great trip.... and a support vehicle:innocent:
fkn_loose
10th April 2011, 09:07
hheres the meet what time im keen az just chekd the forum
BoristheBiter
10th April 2011, 09:09
hheres the meet what time im keen az just chekd the forum
look at page 1,:facepalm:
Dairy Flat Caltex gas station 9.30 10:00 start.
fkn_loose
10th April 2011, 09:14
mean im gearing up and out see yous all there dont leave with out me .........white gixxer
racefactory
10th April 2011, 13:55
Some fun corners! Had to head back as my steering head bearings came loose. Cheers for the ride.
OutForADuck
10th April 2011, 14:42
Hey guys, good ride today.
Good to see the usuals out and also a little more touche out there (That'd be you Christine).
Enjoyed the ride alot today.
OCD Legend
10th April 2011, 18:17
a little more touche.
MIGHTY FINE touche!!! :gob:
I also enjoyed the ride, Thanks M for the guidance on Woodcocks
BoristheBiter
10th April 2011, 19:07
Yep another great ride today.
Got overtaken by M on 16 on the way home.:facepalm:
Time to turn her throttle mapping down.:innocent:
Horace
11th April 2011, 09:00
Hope you have a great trip.... and a support vehicle:innocent:
:shit: Thanks for your concern pal we both made it back last night:yes: Had a Great weekend met some great people who lived to ride and loved every moment:yes:No brake downs no spills no clowns :scooter: a great time.
Horace
11th April 2011, 09:01
Hope the weather is fine this weekend :yes:
Bliksem
11th April 2011, 09:08
looks like it going to be a crap weekend with rain -coming
javawocky
11th April 2011, 09:56
Yep another great ride today.
Got overtaken by M on 16 on the way home.:facepalm:
Time to turn her throttle mapping down.:innocent:
Take away her keys and give her one of the dirt bikes next time.
OutForADuck
11th April 2011, 13:51
Yep another great ride today.
Got overtaken by M on 16 on the way home.:facepalm:
Time to turn her throttle mapping down.:innocent:
Go Mandy!!! ooops ..Sorry Boris :facepalm:
rdkls
11th April 2011, 13:53
Oh no ... I didn't know where you guys were turning off and bolted ahead shortly after the group split. When I realized I lost you, did the standard to Waipu, then back out to Dargaville and Opononi, down twin bridges, was a great ride, albeit alone.
BoristheBiter
11th April 2011, 14:04
Oh no ... I didn't know where you guys were turning off and bolted ahead shortly after the group split. When I realized I lost you, did the standard to Waipu, then back out to Dargaville and Opononi, down twin bridges, was a great ride, albeit alone.
We must have past you somewhere as we turned off and did the normal then up papamoa. went to text you but had no battery left:facepalm:
BoristheBiter
11th April 2011, 14:07
Go Mandy!!! ooops ..Sorry Boris :facepalm:
Guess she will have to get out of group 1 now aye.:msn-wink:
Mind you she was tucked up behind Murry, the draft alone would be enough.
That new bike has made all the difference, now i guess she will want a new bike every year.:facepalm:
OutForADuck
11th April 2011, 14:16
Ok guys,
Its time to get organising a ride for Good Friday (Thanks Tania, Great Idea :woohoo:). Schedule and route below is open to discussion and contribution. Format also, but remember if its arranged on here its known by them and shall I say we need to ensure its a civilised ride.
Plan: Meet up early'ish Friday the 22nd of this month (Good Friday) for breakfast. Ride as a group from there through some lovely roads, over to the Coromandel and back via Kawakawa bay. We will do a lunch stop on the way and finish, hopefully for a coffee stop at Clevedon on the way back, after which we can all go our own way (I'll be leading a procession to the motorway for those that dont' know there way from there).
START: Meet from 8am through to 9am for breakfast at Autobarn services on the southern motorway (before the Drury off ramp) If in doubt this is where we are starting (-37.08715, 174.93968)
Depart: 9am sharp
Route: according to this link (http://maps.google.co.nz/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Unknown+road&daddr=-37.1280252,175.0592131+to:-37.195243,175.217006+to:-37.1414273,175.7385025+to:-36.74491,175.72437+to:-37.074926,175.2959764+to:Papakura-Clevedon+Rd&hl=en&geocode=FYAXyv0dSV9tCg%3BFad4yf0dDTFvCik3Olp-IalybTHxRJEGYe8AEw%3BFRVyyP0dbplxCilZde6OZKBybTGho wAHYe8AEw%3BFU1Eyf0dho55CikRTjt1j3lybTHQ0ggHYe8AEw %3BFTJRz_0dUld5CikDnWZ1qltybTHAZAcHYe8AEw%3BFRJIyv 0d6M1yCilvaj-g9phybTExC5EGYe8AEw%3BFWqBy_0dvtduCg&mra=mrv&via=1,2,3,4,5&sll=-36.981712,175.267639&sspn=0.570451,1.454315&ie=UTF8&ll=-37.073806,175.392609&spn=0.56976,1.454315&z=10)
Lunch: somewhere we decide? suggestions?
Coffee at last stop: Clevedon (Expected time of arrival 4:30pm)
Total Distance and Travel Time: 4:35 hours with a total distance of 351Km
Who is welcome: Anyone and everyone, BUT we expect you to be able to maintain an open road speed on back roads. Think competent rider, that can maintain an average speed of at least 80Kph across varied roads.
Whose Responsible: YOU ARE, this is NOT an organised group ride, we will do everything we can as mates to ensure you are heading in the right direction and safe, but YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE for your riding, bike, safety and not getting lost et al.
Whose the Organisers: YOU are contribute here and lets get this going :innocent:
OutForADuck
11th April 2011, 14:19
Guess she will have to get out of group 1 now aye.:msn-wink:
Mind you she was tucked up behind Murry, the draft alone would be enough.
That new bike has made all the difference, now i guess she will want a new bike every year.:facepalm:
Now what exactly are you saying about Murray???
Horace
11th April 2011, 14:29
Good Friday ride looks good count me in:yes::yes:
R-Soul
11th April 2011, 15:39
Anyone heading to ART day?
What time are you leaving, and from where?
zealchick
11th April 2011, 16:00
Anyone heading to ART day?
What time are you leaving, and from where?
I'm going:-) I usually leave from Te Atatu about 6.30:blink:
BoristheBiter
11th April 2011, 16:05
Anyone heading to ART day?
What time are you leaving, and from where?
Mobile, Oteha valley road 6:30.
OutForADuck
11th April 2011, 16:49
I'm going:-) I usually leave from Te Atatu about 6.30:blink:
Strangely enough I'm going :innocent: But by 6:30 I'll be having breakfast at the gate... The things I do for you guys :blink:
>>> Starting my reverse rain dance at the moment... don't won't to see any cloudy things this Sunday thank you very much!!! Current forecast is not bad and better than yesterdays.... so you can see that reverse rain dance is working :facepalm:
YOu all should really join in :banana:
javawocky
11th April 2011, 17:00
Anyone heading to ART day?
What time are you leaving, and from where?
If the weathers good might come down to cheer you on :woohoo: But no cash atm to participate :violin:
Now what exactly are you saying about Murray???
From where I was sitting Murray was doing his darnedest to keep her behind him. He kept waving at her, but she wasn't waving back - way too focused on catching B! Murry was giving her some tips
zealchick
11th April 2011, 19:25
Strangely enough I'm going :innocent: But by 6:30 I'll be having breakfast at the gate... The things I do for you guys :blink:
>>> Starting my reverse rain dance at the moment... don't won't to see any cloudy things this Sunday thank you very much!!! Current forecast is not bad and better than yesterdays.... so you can see that reverse rain dance is working :facepalm:
YOu all should really join in :banana:
....so I can put my order in now??:shifty:
my contribution to the reverse rain dance:wari:
Rad37
11th April 2011, 20:02
Ok guys,
Its time to get organising a ride for Good Friday (Thanks Tania, Great Idea :woohoo:). Schedule and route below is open to discussion and contribution. Format also, but remember if its arranged on here its known by them and shall I say we need to ensure its a civilised ride.
Plan: Meet up early'ish Friday the 22nd of this month (Good Friday) for breakfast. Ride as a group from there through some lovely roads, over to the Coromandel and back via Kawakawa bay. We will do a lunch stop on the way and finish, hopefully for a coffee stop at Clevedon on the way back, after which we can all go our own way (I'll be leading a procession to the motorway for those that dont' know there way from there).
START: Meet from 8am through to 9am for breakfast at Autobarn services on the southern motorway (before the Drury off ramp) If in doubt this is where we are starting (-37.08715, 174.93968)
Depart: 9am sharp
Route: according to this link (http://maps.google.co.nz/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Unknown+road&daddr=-37.1280252,175.0592131+to:-37.195243,175.217006+to:-37.1414273,175.7385025+to:-36.74491,175.72437+to:-37.074926,175.2959764+to:Papakura-Clevedon+Rd&hl=en&geocode=FYAXyv0dSV9tCg%3BFad4yf0dDTFvCik3Olp-IalybTHxRJEGYe8AEw%3BFRVyyP0dbplxCilZde6OZKBybTGho wAHYe8AEw%3BFU1Eyf0dho55CikRTjt1j3lybTHQ0ggHYe8AEw %3BFTJRz_0dUld5CikDnWZ1qltybTHAZAcHYe8AEw%3BFRJIyv 0d6M1yCilvaj-g9phybTExC5EGYe8AEw%3BFWqBy_0dvtduCg&mra=mrv&via=1,2,3,4,5&sll=-36.981712,175.267639&sspn=0.570451,1.454315&ie=UTF8&ll=-37.073806,175.392609&spn=0.56976,1.454315&z=10)
Lunch: somewhere we decide? suggestions?
Coffee at last stop: Clevedon (Expected time of arrival 4:30pm)
Total Distance and Travel Time: 4:35 hours with a total distance of 351Km
Who is welcome: Anyone and everyone, BUT we expect you to be able to maintain an open road speed on back roads. Think competent rider, that can maintain an average speed of at least 80Kph across varied roads.
Whose Responsible: YOU ARE, this is NOT an organised group ride, we will do everything we can as mates to ensure you are heading in the right direction and safe, but YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE for your riding, bike, safety and not getting lost et al.
Whose the Organisers: YOU are contribute here and lets get this going :innocent:
Count me in for Good friday should be a blast
fkn_loose
11th April 2011, 22:36
il be participating in the good Friday ride , sounds like abit of fun. wont be ridein this weekend ,got h400 to go to. and not to mention my LOOSE chain has left 5 intact teeth on my rear sprocket haha, so il have to get onto that one this week.
ps ofad read those articles , woah who would have thought 30 min of reading could have improved my riding so much and boosted my confidence , some real good tips man !:yes:
Latte
11th April 2011, 22:42
il be participating in the good Friday ride , sounds like abit of fun. wont be ridein this weekend ,got h400 to go to. and not to mention my LOOSE chain has left 5 intact teeth on my rear sprocket haha, so il have to get onto that one this week.
ps ofad read those articles , woah who would have thought 30 min of reading could have improved my riding so much and boosted my confidence , some real good tips man !:yes:
Yes I've been reading his site too, some of the bits I think I need to reread, but quite a few parts make so much sense. Looking forward to trying them out at ART (First time , should be good).
fkn_loose
11th April 2011, 22:53
Yes I've been reading his site too, some of the bits I think I need to reread, but quite a few parts make so much sense. Looking forward to trying them out at ART (First time , should be good).
its well worth the read . guttered i wont be able to make this art day , iv been really wanting to do one.
are there any more coming up shortly ??
OutForADuck
12th April 2011, 07:18
....so I can put my order in now??:shifty:
my contribution to the reverse rain dance:wari:
Of course.... Hey that reverse Raindance is really working.. were now down to cloudy clearing for Sunday and wet Sat!!
:banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::b anana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::ban ana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banan a:
OutForADuck
12th April 2011, 07:21
Yes I've been reading his site too, some of the bits I think I need to reread, but quite a few parts make so much sense. Looking forward to trying them out at ART (First time , should be good).
That's fantastic guys. Thank you for the feedback, makes the effort of putting it together worthwhile :woohoo:
I'm progressively adding to it as I get time, so worth the visit back from time to time. (Well I hope anyway).
See you guys out there on Sunday.
zealchick
12th April 2011, 09:13
Of course.... Hey that reverse Raindance is really working.. were now down to cloudy clearing for Sunday and wet Sat!!
:banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::b anana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::ban ana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banan a:
Awesome i'll keep it up:banana::wari::banana::wari::banana::wari:
although i wouldn't mind a bit of rain :dodge: get my confidence for up wet riding...just don't fancy hanging out in wet leathers all day:blink:
BoristheBiter
12th April 2011, 10:11
Awesome i'll keep it up:banana::wari::banana::wari::banana::wari:
although i wouldn't mind a bit of rain :dodge: get my confidence for up wet riding...just don't fancy hanging out in wet leathers all day:blink:
wet leathers all day, too easy.:blip:
zealchick
12th April 2011, 11:16
wet leathers all day, too easy.:blip:
haha yeah watch them have some fun with that:innocent:
R-Soul
12th April 2011, 11:17
il be participating in the good Friday ride , sounds like abit of fun. wont be ridein this weekend ,got h400 to go to. and not to mention my LOOSE chain has left 5 intact teeth on my rear sprocket haha, so il have to get onto that one this week.
ps ofad read those articles , woah who would have thought 30 min of reading could have improved my riding so much and boosted my confidence , some real good tips man !:yes:
What articles?
R-Soul
12th April 2011, 11:18
OK 6:15 for 6:30am at Mobil, Oteha valley road.
see you then.
p.dath
12th April 2011, 14:23
Anyone heading to ART day?
What time are you leaving, and from where?
I'll be leaving from the North Shore. Haven't decided on time yet. Probably 7am.
BoristheBiter
12th April 2011, 15:31
Of course.... Hey that reverse Raindance is really working.. were now down to cloudy clearing for Sunday and wet Sat!!
:banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::b anana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::ban ana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banan a:
I think you should stop, its now going to rain all day.:facepalm:
zealchick
12th April 2011, 16:32
I think you should stop, its now going to rain all day.:facepalm:
nuh ah the forecast i am looking at is looking more like showers and getting better, Keep it up and all join in:wari::wari::wari::wari::wari::wari::wari::wari: :wari::wari:
BoristheBiter
12th April 2011, 16:56
nuh ah the forecast i am looking at is looking more like showers and getting better, Keep it up and all join in:wari::wari::wari::wari::wari::wari::wari::wari: :wari::wari:
Metservice 7 day forecast. it was looking like showers but now rain and getting heaver.
http://www.metservice.com/national/maps-rain-radar/rain-radar-forecasts/rain-forecast-7-day
Hopefully it either takes longer to get here or moves further east.
R-Soul
12th April 2011, 17:10
:banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::b anana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::ban ana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banan a::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana: :banana::banana::banana:
OutForADuck
12th April 2011, 19:39
Oh my god I've caused mass histeria... Nice to have company though:innocent:
:wari::wari::wari::wari::wari::wari::wari::wari::w ari::wari::wari::wari::wari::wari::wari::wari::war i::wari::wari::wari::wari::wari::wari::wari::wari: :wari::wari::wari::wari::wari:
Latte
12th April 2011, 20:41
That's fantastic guys. Thank you for the feedback, makes the effort of putting it together worthwhile :woohoo:
I'm progressively adding to it as I get time, so worth the visit back from time to time. (Well I hope anyway).
See you guys out there on Sunday.
Wish you'd written the traction one about a week earlier :facepalm: - now that one rings real true :yes:
OCD Legend
12th April 2011, 21:07
Wish you'd written the traction one about a week earlier :facepalm: - now that one rings real true :yes:
well yeah I have been doing some of OFAD readings also - maybe I shouldn't have skipped to the handlebars - I was feeling good about my countersteering today :facepalm: until I found myself on top of a small hill with my bike on the ground :facepalm:
maybe I should start reading at the beginning...
OutForADuck
13th April 2011, 07:19
maybe I should start reading at the beginning...
There is no teacher like experience :innocent:
Hiss... What you do mate?
Maha
13th April 2011, 07:39
well yeah I have been doing some of OFAD readings also - maybe I shouldn't have skipped to the handlebars - I was feeling good about my countersteering today :facepalm: until I found myself on top of a small hill with my bike on the ground :facepalm:
maybe I should start reading at the beginning...
As opposed to leading at the end?....:corn:
javawocky
13th April 2011, 09:37
Everyone has an opinion.. mine can be found here Riding Articles
:not: Great Stuff! Keep me up till early this morning.
Loading inside peg, call me a noob, but thats news to me. On the brief commute I tried it and sure enough, the bike carved a tighter more stable line through the corner. Obviously need more experimentation with this one.
Other thing, the clutchless upshift. In my MX days it was once in vogue but then our fat next door neighbor, who knew everything, said to my my father - cluches are cheaper than gear boxes, and offered a graphic images of weak little selectors engaging hot swetty gears turning at incredible RPMs :shit: - This ushered in the Keep it open wide and and clutch change, which work find on a 2 stroke 125 which doesn't have a rev limiter.
What was missing from my knowledge banks was the applying pressure to the leaver before backing off the throttle. Also the bit about being able to change a lower RPMs, I thought it was just for wide open track work.
Tried it from 2nd up this morning and found a) gear changed very smoothly and quickly b) coming back on the throttle was a little violent - like when you suddenly snap the throttle on. It didn't take me long before I realized that I was shutting the throttle off too much, and the last few changes were silky smooth and quick.
I have some handling questions, but I might pm them to ya later, don't want to clog up this form now do we :yes:
BoristheBiter
13th April 2011, 10:00
:not: Great Stuff! Keep me up till early this morning.
Loading inside peg, call me a noob, but thats news to me. On the brief commute I tried it and sure enough, the bike carved a tighter more stable line through the corner. Obviously need more experimentation with this one.
Other thing, the clutchless upshift. In my MX days it was once in vogue but then our fat next door neighbor, who knew everything, said to my my father - cluches are cheaper than gear boxes, and offered a graphic images of weak little selectors engaging hot swetty gears turning at incredible RPMs :shit: - This ushered in the Keep it open wide and and clutch change, which work find on a 2 stroke 125 which doesn't have a rev limiter.
What was missing from my knowledge banks was the applying pressure to the leaver before backing off the throttle. Also the bit about being able to change a lower RPMs, I thought it was just for wide open track work.
Tried it from 2nd up this morning and found a) gear changed very smoothly and quickly b) coming back on the throttle was a little violent - like when you suddenly snap the throttle on. It didn't take me long before I realized that I was shutting the throttle off too much, and the last few changes were silky smooth and quick.
I have some handling questions, but I might pm them to ya later, don't want to clog up this form now do we :yes:
While doing the pumice blast trail ride last year it was complete mud and with a few offs, my left arm cramped every time I pulled the lever in.
Spent the last 20 or so km's changing up and down without using the clutch no problems.
Reckless
13th April 2011, 12:28
Just for your info guys in my many years of karting the first thing we did to gain more power was remove the clutch basket completely! We do many many thousands of gear changes in a race kart! The trick is to change while there is no weight on the engine. Never had a gearbox disintegrate!
On the MX bike 50% of my changes are zero throttle clutchless changes (up and down). On the road bike I generally always use the clutch I think the gears maybe cut a little different on a road bike as apposed to an MX bike and quite frankly there's no need to treat your bike like that on the road and still go really fast.
Anyway just a few comments!
javawocky
13th April 2011, 12:39
Just for your info guys in my many years of karting the first thing we did to gain more power was remove the clutch basket completely! We do many many thousands of gear changes in a race kart! The trick is to change while there is no weight on the engine. Never had a gearbox disintegrate!
On the MX bike 50% of my changes are zero throttle clutchless changes (up and down). On the road bike I generally always use the clutch I think the gears maybe cut a little different on a road bike as apposed to an MX bike and quite frankly there's no need to treat your bike like that on the road and still go really fast.
Anyway just a few comments!
The first time I was at Hamptondowns I had an SV1000 and it was the last time I attempted the clutchless shift as my clutch hand was getting powned! I kept stuffing up the changes and sometimes not getting a change going etc because of the massive torque going through the gearbox on the SV - but here I wasn't pretensioning the gear leave which I think is the key.
Reckless
13th April 2011, 13:07
The first time I was at Hamptondowns I had an SV1000 and it was the last time I attempted the clutchless shift as my clutch hand was getting powned! I kept stuffing up the changes and sometimes not getting a change going etc because of the massive torque going through the gearbox on the SV - but here I wasn't pretensioning the gear leave which I think is the key.
Actually my opinion is pretensioning the gear lever puts weight on the selectors gears etc while the engine is under power which is not good imho? Only do it occasionally off the start line on the MX bike. My changes tend to be zero throttle ones like in the kart. The changes in the kart where off the gas, pull the lever (or steering wheel paddle), on the gas, done very often, very quickly. Changing down was, off the gas, punch down 3 or 4 gears (while braking or chucking it sideways), on the gas. I doubt there's many situations that put more pressure on a gearbox then in a methanol powered race kart LOL!! Although I've been doing it so long I'm not quite sure how anymore?? I do know they are smooth and any other way I consider to be hard on the box? Just my 2c??
Your right about the SV it don't like clutchless shifts LOL!!
Oh EDIT your probably correct on a re read of my post and yours its probably not right of the gas so the bike decelerates but enough to take the weight of the engine so the change can be smooth to the next gear! Dunno technique and timing (Like sex) haha!!
OutForADuck
13th April 2011, 16:57
Just before anyone gets too carried away... you'll read in my stuff that I think you should ALWAYS use the clutch for downshifts!!!
I even go to the extend of explaining why (so I'll save you my rant here).
Reckless
13th April 2011, 22:18
Just before anyone gets too carried away... you'll read in my stuff that I think you should ALWAYS use the clutch for downshifts!!!
I even go to the extend of explaining why (so I'll save you my rant here).
Haven't read your stuff yet my friend but on a road bike on the road Agreed! as said here
On the road bike I generally always use the clutch I think the gears maybe cut a little different on a road bike as apposed to an MX bike and quite frankly there's no need to treat your bike like that on the road and still go really fast.
If you didn't use the clutch downshifting on the road or track you'd end up with the arse end doing all sorts of wild and unpredictable stuff LOL!!!
I was mainly commenting on the fact that on MX engines it can be done and without any (or to many) consequences on the engine as Java was referencing his 125 smoker days. Was just an interesting point about Karts, clutches, MX engines and clutchless shifting really.
Anyway I'll have a read of some of your stuff seems interesting Cheers!
Latte
13th April 2011, 22:30
There is no teacher like experience :innocent:
Hiss... What you do mate?
Decided to inspect the Track Surface and Gravel trap of T3 at Hampton Downs REALLY closely. Suffered a bit of red mist I think and overstepped my ability/technique. Had been trying to ride my wee 250 like the aprilia :(
Didn't really notice the back let go, sliding along with the bike getting away from me, realising I won't be saving this one hehe.
OutForADuck
14th April 2011, 07:10
Decided to inspect the Track Surface and Gravel trap of T3 at Hampton Downs REALLY closely. Suffered a bit of red mist I think and overstepped my ability/technique. Had been trying to ride my wee 250 like the aprilia :(
Didn't really notice the back let go, sliding along with the bike getting away from me, realising I won't be saving this one hehe.
T3 cresting and depending on where you are on the track, slightly off camber... REally good place to loose the back!! I'm working on an article at the moment about the limits and what happens when you over step them :innocent:
Hey I lost both front and rear at T5 not that long ago :angry:
BoristheBiter
15th April 2011, 07:44
Oh my god I've caused mass histeria... Nice to have company though:innocent:
:wari::wari::wari::wari::wari::wari::wari::wari::w ari::wari::wari::wari::wari::wari::wari::wari::war i::wari::wari::wari::wari::wari::wari::wari::wari: :wari::wari::wari::wari::wari:
Now look what you have done. not looking good for Sunday:facepalm:
zealchick
15th April 2011, 12:14
Now look what you have done. not looking good for Sunday:facepalm:
http://www.metservice.com/towns-cities/auckland
Looking good to me:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:
BoristheBiter
15th April 2011, 13:06
http://www.metservice.com/towns-cities/auckland
Looking good to me:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:
Either way it's going to rain.
Glad i have good wets.
Bliksem
15th April 2011, 20:13
Any special plans for this Sunday?
Sousage sizzle at Kai Iwi lakes.....
p.dath
16th April 2011, 10:02
Any special plans for this Sunday?
Sousage sizzle at Kai Iwi lakes.....
I think a lot of people will be going to the AMCC ART day this Sunday.
Chancebmx25
16th April 2011, 20:49
whats the plans for sunday? anyone heading out... if weathers algood
zx rider
16th April 2011, 22:37
I'll be giving it a miss this Sunday (or should i say rainday).
I hope to be there next time.
yachtie10
16th April 2011, 22:42
dont expect mush of a turnout and the weather doesnt look good
probably give it a miss
but will update at 8:30 am as usual
Rad37
17th April 2011, 01:41
Either way it's going to rain.
Glad i have good wets.
I will be there unless its raining first thing lol then I wont be lol :scooter:
yachtie10
17th April 2011, 08:21
Weather looks Ok (might get a shower)
but I wont be going
Have a good day
Horace
17th April 2011, 09:44
Just my luck the weather is great up here in the winterless north:facepalm: and my bike is home alone :facepalm::shit: oh well thems the breaks see you next week if the weather is good:yes:
Rad37
17th April 2011, 14:43
Hiya all must of missed you guys this morning got there by 10 but was all alone :facepalm::facepalm::bye: so a slow ride home alone for me...
Whos doing the Coro Loop on Good Friday ?? :sunny::woohoo:
Bliksem
17th April 2011, 19:18
Waited till around 9H45 then did a loop Waitoki - Wanui - Makarau - Tapora - back to Helensville for lunch at Shelly Beach
The gravel roads were nice and firm - weather held up most of the way
Horace
17th April 2011, 20:24
I will be there on Friday if the weather is good :yes::yes::yes:
OutForADuck
18th April 2011, 07:20
Of course most of us were chasing the rain around Puke.
So far looking like a band of 6-8 for Good Friday, but you never know with these things... there are always a lot of lurkers hiding around the corner waiting to see what mood they and the weather are in :innocent:
DidJit
18th April 2011, 07:40
... there are always a lot of lurkers hiding around the corner waiting to see what mood they and the weather are in :innocent:
Too true! :yes:
zealchick
18th April 2011, 09:12
Weather is looking good for Friday:yes:
Chancebmx25
18th April 2011, 09:25
Weather is looking good for Friday:yes:
Whats happening friday?
p.dath
18th April 2011, 09:27
Whats happening friday?
Refer to post #1676.
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/96387-Regular-weekend-rides?p=1130033735#post1130033735
R-Soul
18th April 2011, 11:24
After leaving wife with three raucous kids for Sunday, she figures I owe her. So another all day ride so soon is not on for me for a while.
ART day was awesome - thanks Boris and Mandy for accompaniment on the ride home.
BoristheBiter
18th April 2011, 11:59
After leaving wife with three raucous kids for Sunday, she figures I owe her. So another all day ride so soon is not on for me for a while.
ART day was awesome - thanks Boris and Mandy for accompaniment on the ride home.
Where did you disappear to? I thought you where right behind M, then half way down the motorway i realised you weren't there or i just couldn't see you.
javawocky
18th April 2011, 12:31
...ART day was awesome ...
This does not constitue a race report - I expect a full report - and where the the vids the rest o ya? Coming soon I hope.
Was thinking about you guys circulating at speed while I tried to pry the oil filter off Scarlet - who ever did the service before me probably looked like a gorrilla and didn't know to put oil on the rubber seal. Had to resort to screwdrivers through the top, what a mess, but she's all good now.
zx rider
18th April 2011, 22:34
Of course most of us were chasing the rain around Puke.
So far looking like a band of 6-8 for Good Friday, but you never know with these things... there are always a lot of lurkers hiding around the corner waiting to see what mood they and the weather are in :innocent:
I will be there for sure. :sunny: Such a long time between Coro's it hurts.
OutForADuck
19th April 2011, 06:55
Friday's approaching.. the weather is looking great and we seem to have a good few that are going to be lined up for the ride.
Looking forward to it myself. If you don't know what we are talking about or what you are going to be doing on Friday, take a look at Coro Loop for Easter (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/96387-Regular-weekend-rides?p=1130033735#post1130033735)
Whitianga seems like as good a place for Lunch as any?? any other suggestions?
Horace
19th April 2011, 08:34
:facepalm:No ride for me on Friday :facepalm: I have to go to mates funeral :innocent: just my luck :sunny: have a great day guys and gals I will be thinking of you :violin:
R-Soul
19th April 2011, 11:39
Where did you disappear to? I thought you where right behind M, then half way down the motorway i realised you weren't there or i just couldn't see you.
I got stuck behind some slower traffic, and didn't want to speed to catch up (not wanting to attract cops by speeding with my other issues). I wasn't far behind - I had sight of you still by the time I turned off motorway.
R-Soul
19th April 2011, 11:46
This does not constitue a race report - I expect a full report - and where the the vids the rest o ya? Coming soon I hope.
Was thinking about you guys circulating at speed while I tried to pry the oil filter off Scarlet - who ever did the service before me probably looked like a gorrilla and didn't know to put oil on the rubber seal. Had to resort to screwdrivers through the top, what a mess, but she's all good now.
Well, the first session was busy drying out, to pretty dry by the end. the second session was dry and awesome, and the third and fourth were WET. The rain after the first session was enough to knock out my elcheapo camera. The vid I took of the first session (the only one) , the camera was badly placed, and you dont see much except my butt. So I will spare you all having to watch it for 20 minutes by not posting it.
Ah well, we live and learn,. Next time, it will go inside my helmet.
During the one dry session, I was having so much fun, that I scraped my footpeg (the hero knobs) twice, (and I think I scratched the side of my exhaust - because those scratches were not there before, and they are an identical angle to teh scrape on the hero knobs). Although I STILL have 2mm of chicken strips? Go figure...
Latte
19th April 2011, 11:55
Well, the first session was busy drying out, to pretty dry by the end. the second session was dry and awesome, and the third and fourth were WET. The rain after the first session was enough to knock out my elcheapo camera. The vid I took of the first session (the only one) , the camera was badly placed, and you dont see much except my butt. So I will spare you all having to watch it for 20 minutes by not posting it.
Ah well, we live and learn,. Next time, it will go inside my helmet.
During the one dry session, I was having so much fun, that I scraped my footpeg (the hero knobs) twice, (and I think I scratched the side of my exhaust - because those scratches were not there before, and they are an identical angle to teh scrape on the hero knobs). Although I STILL have 2mm of chicken strips? Go figure...
Red VTR, stripey helmet? Pics of your bike show it pretty damn close to decking out at the hairpin... very cool.
OutForADuck
19th April 2011, 17:29
Although I STILL have 2mm of chicken strips? Go figure...
Difference between tires and bikes ground clearance (dynamic clearance of course).
We get strung up on chicken strips, but seriously they only thing they can show you is that you need better lines :facepalm: so you don't run off the side of the tires!!! I would say grinding out the pegs whilst still having tire left would be a good indicator.
P.S. Take a quick peek at the latest article on my site.
BoristheBiter
19th April 2011, 17:31
Difference between tires and bikes ground clearance (dynamic clearance of course).
We get strung up on chicken strips, but seriously they only thing they can show you is that you need better lines :facepalm: so you don't run off the side of the tires!!! I would say grinding out the pegs whilst still having tire left would be a good indicator.
.
MMMMMMMMMM chicken strips, I'm having them for tea tonight in a hot/sour sauce.
DEATH_INC.
19th April 2011, 19:28
Ok guys,
Its time to get organising a ride for Good Friday (Thanks Tania, Great Idea :woohoo:). Schedule and route below is open to discussion and contribution. Format also, but remember if its arranged on here its known by them and shall I say we need to ensure its a civilised ride.
Plan: Meet up early'ish Friday the 22nd of this month (Good Friday) for breakfast. Ride as a group from there through some lovely roads, over to the Coromandel and back via Kawakawa bay. We will do a lunch stop on the way and finish, hopefully for a coffee stop at Clevedon on the way back, after which we can all go our own way (I'll be leading a procession to the motorway for those that dont' know there way from there).
START: Meet from 8am through to 9am for breakfast at Autobarn services on the southern motorway (before the Drury off ramp) If in doubt this is where we are starting (-37.08715, 174.93968)
Depart: 9am sharp
Route: according to this link (http://maps.google.co.nz/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Unknown+road&daddr=-37.1280252,175.0592131+to:-37.195243,175.217006+to:-37.1414273,175.7385025+to:-36.74491,175.72437+to:-37.074926,175.2959764+to:Papakura-Clevedon+Rd&hl=en&geocode=FYAXyv0dSV9tCg%3BFad4yf0dDTFvCik3Olp-IalybTHxRJEGYe8AEw%3BFRVyyP0dbplxCilZde6OZKBybTGho wAHYe8AEw%3BFU1Eyf0dho55CikRTjt1j3lybTHQ0ggHYe8AEw %3BFTJRz_0dUld5CikDnWZ1qltybTHAZAcHYe8AEw%3BFRJIyv 0d6M1yCilvaj-g9phybTExC5EGYe8AEw%3BFWqBy_0dvtduCg&mra=mrv&via=1,2,3,4,5&sll=-36.981712,175.267639&sspn=0.570451,1.454315&ie=UTF8&ll=-37.073806,175.392609&spn=0.56976,1.454315&z=10)
Lunch: somewhere we decide? suggestions?
Coffee at last stop: Clevedon (Expected time of arrival 4:30pm)
Total Distance and Travel Time: 4:35 hours with a total distance of 351Km
Who is welcome: Anyone and everyone, BUT we expect you to be able to maintain an open road speed on back roads. Think competent rider, that can maintain an average speed of at least 80Kph across varied roads.
Whose Responsible: YOU ARE, this is NOT an organised group ride, we will do everything we can as mates to ensure you are heading in the right direction and safe, but YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE for your riding, bike, safety and not getting lost et al.
Whose the Organisers: YOU are contribute here and lets get this going :innocent:
Sorry, this has to be said. This ride is F*cken dangerous for those without the experience or common sense to respect the road. FFS PLEASE be careful if you haven't done this before, or even if you have.
Post up if you're going to go so those 'organising' it, and those thinking of going know how big the group is going to be. It's important.
Enjoy the ride, it's an awesome bit of road, but lets have EVERYONE back safe and sound.
Thank you.
BoristheBiter
19th April 2011, 19:43
Sorry, this has to be said. This ride is F*cken dangerous for those without the experience or common sense to respect the road. FFS PLEASE be careful if you haven't done this before, or even if you have.
Post up if you're going to go so those 'organising' it, and those thinking of going know how big the group is going to be. It's important.
Enjoy the ride, it's an awesome bit of road, but lets have EVERYONE back safe and sound.
Thank you.
??????:yawn:?????
every road is dangerous for those without the experience or common sense to respect the road.
This ride is no different to the Sunday rides we go on.
zx rider
20th April 2011, 09:00
Weather is looking good for Friday:yes:
Hi Tania,
shall we ride down to the Autobahn together? I'll be leaving around 7.45 from Glendene. Is the Shell at Te Atatu North open at 8am? Could see you there, maybe Glen too. Cheers, lance
OutForADuck
20th April 2011, 10:51
Hi Tania,
shall we ride down to the Autobahn together? I'll be leaving around 7.45 from Glendene. Is the Shell at Te Atatu North open at 8am? Could see you there, maybe Glen too. Cheers, lance
Good call for the westies, Lance.. I'l meet you there as well.. or we could meet at the Rosebank/Patiki rd service station on that corner (where we meet for the Paeroa races)??? I'm guessing that Emil would join as well and maybe a couple others.
DEATH_INC.
20th April 2011, 11:32
??????:yawn:?????
every road is dangerous for those without the experience or common sense to respect the road.
This ride is no different to the Sunday rides we go on.
No, I disagree. Look at the history for coromandel rides on this site. Don't be a smartass and take heed, this road will bite back.
BoristheBiter
20th April 2011, 11:57
No, I disagree. Look at the history for coromandel rides on this site. Don't be a smartass and take heed, this road will bite back.
Well go and take it to another thread. this one is about organised rides on a Sunday or a longer ride with the same people on a different day not the pros and cons of some road.
Good bye.
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