Laxed out rides

[Geeen]

Wysper and I are grabbing a coffee at Momento on Hood St at 10:30 tomorrow morning. Anyone who wants to say hello is welcome :drinkup:After coffee I'm going for a cruise to scrub in my new tyres, no plans as to where I'm going yet, if anyone want to come I'm open to ideas.( Mother in Law is coming over tomorrow :shutup:)

[awa355]

I'm heading for the Manukau heads on Friday. ( never been there before). Taking a quiet run up through SH22, leaving about 9ish. Anyone wants to tag along, pm me. Wont be a race.

[insomnia01]

I'm heading to Wellywood via which road I'm not to sure on yet :bye::bye: possible Taupo\ Napier Middle road :yes::yes: weather looks mint all over :woohoo::woohoo: Have a fun run awa355 nice roads out to the lighthouse :sunny::sunny:

[Lateralus]

Anybody keen to go trip out to Kawhia, Raglan area this weekend? Via Waingaro road. Not all to fussed about the day, just so long as the weather is somewhat decent :sunny:

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I'm keen to go for a ride this weekend as well.

[awa355]

After leaving at 9am and getting home closer to 6pm, I had better spend the weekend doing 'husband' stuff.

Had a fantastic day cruising the Waiuku Manukau Heads area. Somewhere between Tuakau and Waiuku, I was got directionally challenged. However being a real man, I simply rode around in circles for 1/2 hr until I got there. ( wife would've had to ask someone).

The roads were brilliant. Sweeping curves, tight bends, good surface's Lovely countryside. Very picturesque.

[slofox]

To whom must one apply to get a fine morning with dry roads? :angry::angry::angry:

Sick of wet roads, fog, clouds, sunatmyplaceandraineverywhereItrytoride...

If I don't get a decent ride one day soon I'm gunna whack out...:2guns::ar15::brick::argh::bash::finger:

[awa355]

To whom must one apply to get a fine morning with dry roads? :angry::angry::angry:

Sick of wet roads, fog, clouds, sunatmyplaceandraineverywhereItrytoride...

If I don't get a decent ride one day soon I'm gunna whack out...:2guns::ar15::brick::argh::bash::finger:

I went for a run this afternoon. Brilliant roads and weather. Tomorrow, its supposed to turn to crap for a few days. Today was my last ride untill next payday, Rego runs out tomorrow.

[JakeTehMuss]

I went for a run this afternoon. Brilliant roads and weather. Tomorrow, its supposed to turn to crap for a few days. Today was my last ride untill next payday, Rego runs out tomorrow.

Just paid my vehicle registration's online last week
My cage for 12 months= 287.75 (Incl GST)
My Bike for 12 months= 477.32 (Incl GST)
Thanks Credit card ... :finger: YOU NZTA.

Got a nice toot from Slofox at the traffic lights on my ride to school tis morning. I was in my own little world (whats new??) and failed to wave. So had to visit him during my lunch time. Nice shop :yes:

[bi-winning]

Nice shop :yes:

Ive been meaning to pop in there t say gidday too actually. Did you see any wine within a student budget ?($6-$8) Haha :facepalm:

[slofox]

To whom must one apply to get a fine morning with dry roads? :angry::angry::angry:

The answer to above question would appear to be "kiwibiker". :blink:

I posted that yesterday morning after running into impenetrable fog on my early morning run and look what was presented this morning? :woohoo: - sunshine, dry (mostly anyway) roads and the chance to rack up over 100km before work. That run comprising over the hill to Raglan and back via Ohautira Road, Waingaro Road and SH39 as far as Whatawhata and thence back into Dinsdiddle.

Noice roide.

[ckai]

Just paid my vehicle registration's online last week
My cage for 12 months= 287.75 (Incl GST)
My Bike for 12 months= 477.32 (Incl GST)
Thanks Credit card ... :finger: YOU NZTA.



I know the feeling. The bike is just coming off it's 3 month exemption and we'll only be able to afford 6 months since we have the car rego next month and until Brooke starts earning some decent money selling her body! She's not gonna have many parts left after today's bike spend...the puncture that was "repaired" on Saturday missed the glass that was still in there and the 2nd hole, and the "check engine" light that we needed checking out after it was serviced last week meant stones in the exhaust!

Another $150. If I knew it was bloody stones I would have sorted it myself. Ass!

On the bright side, I'm glad I don't have a diesel as well as the bike. Rego will be killing me.


The answer to above question would appear to be "kiwibiker". :blink:

I posted that yesterday morning after running into impenetrable fog on my early morning run and look what was presented this morning? :woohoo: - sunshine, dry (mostly anyway) roads and the chance to rack up over 100km before work. That run comprising over the hill to Raglan and back via Ohautira Road, Waingaro Road and SH39 as far as Whatawhata and thence back into Dinsdiddle.

Noice roide.

Did you not know that?? :) That's why everyone bitches on here haha. My little blat over to Matamata on Saturday night in the freezing rain was actually good fun too. Didn't even know it was cold...or raining (until I lifted the visor). I just thought the roads were damp from an earlier rain.

Don't ya love riding?:woohoo:

[rideon]

..............., and the "check engine" light that we needed checking out after it was serviced last week meant stones in the exhaust!

:

How did you know the "check engine" light was on .........doesn't the engine have to be running first ????????? :killingme

[ckai]

How did you know the "check engine" light was on .........doesn't the engine have to be running first ????????? :killingme

dick



hahah

[wysper]

How did you know the "check engine" light was on .........doesn't the engine have to be running first ????????? :killingme

He wasn't talking about his bike. Christ, he wouldn't want to actually ride it LOL

[insomnia01]

My little blat over to Matamata on Saturday night in the freezing rain was actually good fun too. Didn't even know it was cold...or raining (until I lifted the visor). I just thought the roads were damp from an earlier rain.

Don't ya love riding?:woohoo:

I was heading back from Wgtn last Sunday got to Bulls & the weather looked interesting to say the least up the west coast So I did a little diversion via SH2 then SH50 on to Fernhill/ Swamp Rd/Puketapu/Dartmoor then Glengarry Rd which puts you back onto SH5 heading to Taupo :Punk: long way home but managed to miss most of the rain didn't need to put the wets on at all......:love:

Good reason to try out me new Shoei XR1100 Conquerer 244395

[5150]

If I don't get a decent ride one day soon I'm gunna whack out...:2guns::ar15::brick::argh::bash::finger:

Better to wack out, then wack off :laugh:

[ckai]

He wasn't talking about his bike. Christ, he wouldn't want to actually ride it LOL

I had to give Brooke and "what the hell is this?" the other day 'cause the bike looked like it had gone through a swamp. Even the bike shop gave her stick. No respect. Wouldn't have that problem if it was tucked up in the garage under it's blankie.


I was heading back from Wgtn last Sunday got to Bulls & the weather looked interesting to say the least up the west coast So I did a little diversion via SH2 then SH50 on to Fernhill/ Swamp Rd/Puketapu/Dartmoor then Glengarry Rd which puts you back onto SH5 heading to Taupo :Punk: long way home but managed to miss most of the rain didn't need to put the wets on at all......:love:

Good reason to try out me new Shoei XR1100 Conquerer 244395

Nice route and cool lid. I love my 1100. Got Brooke to try on one today in the shop. I think her words were "mmmm this is niiiice" :)

[wysper]

I had to give Brooke and "what the hell is this?" the other day 'cause the bike looked like it had gone through a swamp. Even the bike shop gave her stick. No respect. Wouldn't have that problem if it was tucked up in the garage under it's blankie.





Nice, the things are made to be ridden after all.... the bike I mean.....

[insomnia01]

Nice route and cool lid. I love my 1100. Got Brooke to try on one today in the shop. I think her words were "mmmm this is niiiice" :)

very good pricing at Boyds at the moment for these ($895) they thrown in the tinted visor ($130) & these come standard with the pinlock & anti fog set-up which I tested more than once on my last outing & swear this IS the best anti-fog set-up $$$ can buy....... " SO WHAT YOU WAITING FOR BROOKE ? " :corn::corn:

[ckai]

very good pricing at Boyds at the moment for these ($895) they thrown in the tinted visor ($130) & these come standard with the pinlock & anti fog set-up which I tested more than once on my last outing & swear this IS the best anti-fog set-up $$$ can buy....... " SO WHAT YOU WAITING FOR BROOKE ? " :corn::corn:

haha Brooke's Shoei Raid is still in immaculate condition so she doesn't really need another helmet. She's also just forked over a good chuck of cash for some winter gloves and winter jacket. In saying that, I did tell her that since we were looking at getting a pinlock visor for her helmet, she could just spend the extra $700 and get the visor free. It makes perfect sense :)

We're looking at getting a Kriega pack as well instead of a Ventura pack rack but GOD they're pricey. Since she's riding the bike everyday might as well try and make it as comfy as possible.

[wysper]

haha Brooke's Shoei Raid is still in immaculate condition so she doesn't really need another helmet. She's also just forked over a good chuck of cash for some winter gloves and winter jacket. In saying that, I did tell her that since we were looking at getting a pinlock visor for her helmet, she could just spend the extra $700 and get the visor free. It makes perfect sense :)

We're looking at getting a Kriega pack as well instead of a Ventura pack rack but GOD they're pricey. Since she's riding the bike everyday might as well try and make it as comfy as possible.

Road and Sport have the Shoei Qwest with the pinlock in at a good price IIRC. It is the replacement for the RaidII. I am going to get one as my RaidII is F*&ked.
Just don't have the pingers spare at the moment.

[insomnia01]

I did tell her that since we were looking at getting a pinlock visor for her helmet, she could just spend the extra $700 and get the visor free. It makes perfect sense :)

let me know if she wants one I have a spare Shoei tinted visor & clear with pinlock/Anti-fog set-up ready to go off my multi tec helmet I'm no longer using :love: should fit, worth a shot !!!

[nanahc]

very good pricing at Boyds at the moment for these ($895) they thrown in the tinted visor ($130) & these come standard with the pinlock & anti fog set-up which I tested more than once on my last outing & swear this IS the best anti-fog set-up $$$ can buy....... " SO WHAT YOU WAITING FOR BROOKE ? " :corn::corn:

i got mine from boyds for $700, and i recently got a tinted visor for $89, but then had to pay like $50 for the insert as it didnt come with it. its anti fog is awsome. only ever had this helmet so i was shocked when i rode with my tinted visor before getting an insert, couldnt believe how quick it fogged up. dont think id ever get a helmet without one.

wait have to edit lol, just clicked you got a graphic, mines a solid colour thats why it was cheaper.

[ckai]

let me know if she wants one I have a spare Shoei tinted visor & clear with pinlock/Anti-fog set-up ready to go off my multi tec helmet I'm no longer using :love: should fit, worth a shot !!!

Will definitely give the clear one a shot. That'd be bloody fantastic if it fits. I'll get her to get hold of you.


i got mine from boyds for $700, and i recently got a tinted visor for $89, but then had to pay like $50 for the insert as it didnt come with it. its anti fog is awsome. only ever had this helmet so i was shocked when i rode with my tinted visor before getting an insert, couldnt believe how quick it fogged up. dont think id ever get a helmet without one.

wait have to edit lol, just clicked you got a graphic, mines a solid colour thats why it was cheaper.

I paid $900 for mine when they first came out and they through in an iridium visor. Those bloody things are $200! I got sick of the iridium one fogging on misty days on got an insert for that as well. They really are awesome. Now I just need 2 little ones to stop my bloody glasses fogging up! haha

[ckai]

Road and Sport have the Shoei Qwest with the pinlock in at a good price IIRC. It is the replacement for the RaidII. I am going to get one as my RaidII is F*&ked.
Just don't have the pingers spare at the moment.

owww tractor shop :laugh: I think after trying on the 1100 she wouldn't bother with anything else. I'd say by the time she got the money together for it, they'll have the 1300 :)

[philmc]

laxed out rides.Anyone out there riding tomorow.:

[kb_SF1]

Could be a starter

[slofox]

laxed out rides.Anyone out there riding tomorow.:


Could be a starter

Might need the wet gear looking at the met service rain forecast...could be lucky though.

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I'll be able to go for a ride tommorow. Vodafone/metservice forecast says few showers developing, southwest wind.

[philmc]

will see what the weather is doing in the morning. forcast is a few showers

[philmc]

weather not to bad any one interested and ideas

[5150]

Glenn from Boyd Motorcycles is organizing a ride this Sunday. Meeting in Raglan at 10am Outside the cafe opposite the Raglan Harbour Hotel. morning tea, then down SH22 (Raglan - Pukekohe) to Nikau cafe for lunch.

If anyone is interrested, it might be a good ride, considering forcast is for Sun on Sunday:Punk:

[slofox]

Glenn from Boyd Motorcycles is organizing a ride this Sunday. Meeting in Raglan at 10am Outside the cafe opposite the Raglan Harbour Hotel. morning tea, then down SH22 (Raglan - Pukekohe) to Nikau cafe for lunch.

If anyone is interrested, it might be a good ride, considering forcast is for Sun on Sunday:Punk:

Sounds interesting. I could do part of it anyway...

[wysper]

Sounds interesting. I could do part of it anyway...

The coffee or the lunch?

[slofox]

The coffee or the lunch?

Weeeell...10am in Raggers is good. Coffee there is good. Part of the SH22 ride is good. I'd prolly have to bail out about Heatherington Road depending on progress...I'd need to be back in Tron about 1.00pm.

[insomnia01]

it might be a good ride, considering forcast is for Sun on Sunday:Punk:

And SEVERE FROST :cold::cold::cold: Will certainly make SH22 interesting prior to lunch :shit:

[insomnia01]

who else is up for riding this weekend ?? :whistle::whistle:

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I'll be going on the highway 22 Pukekohe ride tomorrow.

[slofox]

And SEVERE FROST :cold::cold::cold: Will certainly make SH22 interesting prior to lunch :shit:

I rode it as far as Heatherington Rd earlier this week - wet but no ice.

Looks like I might be required elsewhere tomorrow morning. Buggrit. We'll see...

[insomnia01]

could be worth a look :yes: although I will more than likely peel off at Heathrington Rd myself MotoGP @ 2 then footy @ 330 :2guns::2guns:

[slofox]

This was one fine ride. My thanks to Glenn for organimising it. Great day. Some pix...

1. The faithful gather at Raglan.
2.3.4. Nikau cafe where it ended. I'd never been here before. Interesting road out.

I left to return before most but had to come back via Tuakau in order to refuel. I spent two weeks worth of gas money on this ride...worth it all the way.

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Was a great ride today, some nice roads I hadn't been on before. That Superduke sounded great with those Akra pipes :drool:

[insomnia01]

I ended up running late :angry2::angry2: but still went up SH22 roads where mint beaut day for a fagg !!! Went Tagging instead :2guns::2guns:

[5150]

This was one fine ride. My thanks to Glenn for organimising it. Great day. Some pix...

1. The faithful gather at Raglan.
2.3.4. Nikau cafe where it ended. I'd never been here before. Interesting road out.

I left to return before most but had to come back via Tuakau in order to refuel. I spent two weeks worth of gas money on this ride...worth it all the way.

That Green Monster in Pic 1 and 4 looks mighty fine :msn-wink:

Yes it was a fine ride, even though it was wee bit frosty that early in the morning and the Zed's rear end was bit loose on few corners on the way to Ragatown.

It was also great meeting you fellow KB'ers that turned up.
Thanks for a great ride Glenn

[ckai]

This was one fine ride. My thanks to Glenn for organimising it. Great day. Some pix...

1. The faithful gather at Raglan.
2.3.4. Nikau cafe where it ended. I'd never been here before. Interesting road out.

I left to return before most but had to come back via Tuakau in order to refuel. I spent two weeks worth of gas money on this ride...worth it all the way.

Was gonna ask where the building with the deck was. Looks like a kinda cool location. And the food?

[slofox]

Was gonna ask where the building with the deck was. Looks like a kinda cool location. And the food?

It's the Nikau Cafe on Waikaretu Valley Road - a road I'd not ridden before.

I can't vouch for the food nor the coffee since the queue was so long I abandoned the wait and pushed on to Tuakau. The place itself, on a sunny day like yesterday, was idyllic. I will most definitely ride there again.


Interesting experience on the way home. Heading south from Ngaruawahia to Whatawhata via SH39. Just out of town there's quite a tight right hander. As I approach I see three bikes coming the other way - quite quickly - into the corner. Which set off the warning bell - it's not the best laid out corner in the world. Sure enough, squid No 1 in the lead over estimates his ability and runs wide - crossing the centre line. Which I kinda expected. He was lucky I wasn't his equivalent coming the other way...:blink:

That'd be a right pain in the arse, eh - getting taken out by a loon on the way home after safely negotiating 300km of twisty roads. :wacko:

[5150]

It's the Nikau Cafe on Waikaretu Valley Road - a road I'd not ridden before.

I can't vouch for the food nor the coffee since the queue was so long I abandoned the wait and pushed on to Tuakau. The place itself, on a sunny day like yesterday, was idyllic. I will most definitely ride there again.


Interesting experience on the way home. Heading south from Ngaruawahia to Whatawhata via SH39. Just out of town there's quite a tight right hander. As I approach I see three bikes coming the other way - quite quickly - into the corner. Which set off the warning bell - it's not the best laid out corner in the world. Sure enough, squid No 1 in the lead over estimates his ability and runs wide - crossing the centre line. Which I kinda expected. He was lucky I wasn't his equivalent coming the other way...:blink:

That'd be a right pain in the arse, eh - getting taken out by a loon on the way home after safely negotiating 300km of twisty roads. :wacko:

I bet Squit #1 shit his brains (err.. I ment pants)
Or is that shrimp..... HEHE:shit:

[5150]

Was gonna ask where the building with the deck was. Looks like a kinda cool location. And the food?

Food and coffee were good. I had a Flat White which came in an extra large cup and a Toastie wchich went down the treat. i noticed lots were getting pizzas as well.

[Murray]

For those interested the latest Bike Rider magazine has a feature on the new doco-film just released on the TT race. Its filmed in 3D and released into theatres starting 25th August. Might be worth having a looksee. Will see if anyone interested on Wednesday night and maybe plan a time and date. Hopefully its on for a wee while???

[5150]

For those interested the latest Bike Rider magazine has a feature on the new doco-film just released on the TT race. Its filmed in 3D and released into theatres starting 25th August. Might be worth having a looksee. Will see if anyone interested on Wednesday night and maybe plan a time and date. Hopefully its on for a wee while???

From what I understand (and on occasion I have been wrong) Hamilton Honda has booked The Base theatre for the one off showing in Hamilton. I rang them and it was already sold out. they weren't planning on any more screenings :no:

Unless the theatre itself picks up the movie for general screening

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I hope you are wrong, I wanted to go and see it on Thursday night.

[5150]

I hope you are wrong, I wanted to go and see it on Thursday night.

I hope so too, but I rang the theatre and they told me to ring Hamilton Honda, so I did and was told that it was all sold out.

[BigAl]

Yep going Thursday:Punk:, you had to be quick to get a ticket through Waik Honda.

I have heard that it is screening for only 3 days this week, Hoyts should know.

[sil3nt]

What a load of shit.

[smoky]

What a load of shit.

with you there

[ckai]

What a load of shit.

You referring to the limited screening, the movie, what is being said, or your bowel movements?

[5150]

This is all I can find about it on the Hoyts website (Te Awa Cinemas at The Base)

http://www.hoyts.co.nz/Movies/Details/TT_3D_Closer_to_the_Edge.aspx?cs=1

Notice no presales or session times avaliable at all. :confused:

[5150]

You referring to the limited screening, the movie, what is being said, or your bowel movements?

The later me thinks :laugh:

[Murray]

Looks like the Hoyts site has been updated if you click on movies then coming soon, choose the TT movie "more info" and "buy tickets" then choose the Te Awa - Hamilton option and the movies scheduled times come up. Me and Sorrelboy are looking at going to the 6.45 screening on Monday August 29th - He's booking them so fingers crossed it all works!!

UPDATE - Sorrelboy just txted and all booked - Go for it guys (and gals)

[5150]

UPDATE - Sorrelboy just txted and all booked - Go for it guys (and gals)

WOW, Good Times!!!! Me is in with a grin.........:wings:

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Got my ticket for 6:45pm monday, might see some of you guys there.

[Murray]

Looks like the Hoyts site has been updated if you click on movies, choose the TT movie and "buy tickets" then choose the Te Awa - Hamilton option and the movies scheduled times come up. Me and Sorrelboy and /m\ now are going to the 6.45 screening on Monday August 29th

Heaps of seats available so if your not doing anything come along

[sil3nt]

Just saw it. Fantastic! A must see.

I would not waste money on la premiere.

[Warr]

Just saw it. Fantastic! A must see.

.....
Just back from seeing it too.. Good footage covering up to last years event when NZ'lander Dobbs is killed on the circuit.

[TerminalAddict]

Just back from seeing it too.. Good footage covering up to last years event when NZ'lander Dobbs is killed on the circuit.
were you watching? or making out in the back row? :laugh:

by the way .. basement car park concrete is very slippery ;)
Don't try and speed off ... much wheel spin to be had

[Warr]

were you watching? or making out in the back row? :laugh:

...
Yeahnaa !!

Why do you ask.. were you missing Tracey ?

[MidnightMike]

Hi all,

I was 'the new guy' that showed up on Wednesday down at the Tavern.

I've just created this thread (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/141419-ATTN-Waikato-Auckland-and-Bay-of-Plenty-riders.?p=1130139176#post1130139176) which outlines that project that I mentioned.

Cheers,
Michael

[Murray]

Watched the TT movie Monday night - well worth a viewing, suggest if you have yet to see it get along but better be quick!!

Forecast for weekend
Sunday 4
Mainly fine with morning frosts. Light winds

Might be the opportunity for a wee ride - whose keen???

[insomnia01]

Might be the opportunity for a wee ride - whose keen???

where you heading :whistle::whistle::whistle:

[Murray]

leaving Kingsgate Hotel carpark at 11 a.m. (I have to work in the morning) and heading out through Mystery Creek, over the Dam through Hobbiton and coffee, bite to eat at Okoroire and back some other way. In the calendar

[Murray]

Sunday 4
Cloudy periods at first but becoming fine in the afternoon.Southwesterlies dying out during the morning.


Come on, whose riding - know of 5 so far

[kb_SF1]

heading down to Taupo for the classic bike racing:yes: so will catch up with you in a couple of weeks.

[Geeen]

heading down to Taupo for the classic bike racing:yes: so will catch up with you in a couple of weeks.

OOooooooohhhh! Cooool!

Did I see Silent out Coromandel at about 10ish this morning???

[Murray]

great day for a ride yesterday - where was everyone - ended up going down west side of manapouri across arapuni dam into putararu and onto okoroire for lunch. heaps of bikes coming and going there. back through matamata, scotmans valley, home by 2.30pm. great conditions and many bikes on the road apart from the laxed out group. 4 of us in the end!

[ckai]

great day for a ride yesterday - where was everyone - ended up going down west side of manapouri across arapuni dam into putararu and onto okoroire for lunch. heaps of bikes coming and going there. back through matamata, scotmans valley, home by 2.30pm. great conditions and many bikes on the road apart from the laxed out group. 4 of us in the end!

Twas a perfect riding day indeed. We were catching up on sleep from Lockie being up all night. The joys of reproducing. I better get back on the bike soon otherwise Brooke will be telling me how to ride it!

[sil3nt]

Did I see Silent out Coromandel at about 10ish this morning???Me? Doubt it. All my bikes are currently off the road. Should be sorted in a few weeks.

[5150]

great day for a ride yesterday - where was everyone - ended up going down west side of manapouri across arapuni dam into putararu and onto okoroire for lunch. heaps of bikes coming and going there. back through matamata, scotmans valley, home by 2.30pm. great conditions and many bikes on the road apart from the laxed out group. 4 of us in the end!

Heaps of bikes out = probably some of us heading back home from the Cold Kiwi

[insomnia01]

great day for a ride yesterday - where was everyone heaps of bikes coming and going there. great conditions and many bikes on the road apart from the laxed out group. 4 of us in the end!

Ohakune for the weekend (Not for Cold Kiwi ) WellyWood for this weekend then up to Napier for a few days :bye::bye:.... Awesome road conditions out there at the moment :woohoo::woohoo: Haven't even taken me bags off the pack rack yet !!!

[insomnia01]

Heaps of bikes out = probably some of us heading back home from the Cold Kiwi

Heaps of bikes out ALSO = heaps of cops, seen them everywhere

[ckai]

Ohakune for the weekend (Not for Cold Kiwi ) WellyWood for this weekend then up to Napier for a few days :bye::bye:.... Awesome road conditions out there at the moment :woohoo::woohoo: Haven't even taken me bags off the pack rack yet !!!

You didn't happen to go up to Turoa on Sunday? There was a heap of bikes that went up. I said to Brooke one of them looked like you as we were driving back down the bottom.

[insomnia01]

You didn't happen to go up to Turoa on Sunday?

Not me Dude !!! I was Laxing out in the Ohakune sun watching all these bikers getting pulled over by the :Police::Police: looking for :drinknsin riders whilst i was eating a MEAN All day breakfast :yes: left Ohakune @2 home by 4 & no cops but heaps of cars heading home from the Mt..... Now this weekend I'm heading too..:bye::bye:

[Murray]

Hey Guys and Girls

Keep an eye out for these - Bike thieves in Hamilton - bastards

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/141860-Stolen-mx-bikes-and-trailer-help-wanted-hamilton?p=1130149499#post1130149499

Look out for the blue trailor

[awa355]

Had a good ride out to Kawhia this afternoon. Phil and I took our time, a few other riders out there, I'm posting a new thread regarding a night ride early October. Someone may be interested.

[awa355]

Sunday 18th Any body have a ride in mind? If not, I might do a ride, leaving Te A 10.00 and head off to Ngaroma Whakamaru Tokoroa Putaruru Maungatautri Karapiro.

Alternative route could be to hang a right at Mangakino and back via Bennydale Te Kuiti.

[nanahc]

Sunday 18th Any body have a ride in mind? If not, I might do a ride, leaving Te A 10.00 and head off to Ngaroma Whakamaru Tokoroa Putaruru Maungatautri Karapiro.

Alternative route could be to hang a right at Mangakino and back via Bennydale Te Kuiti.

looking at the weather forecast looks like it could be a rather ruff ride, however we are all aware how off the forecasts can be.

[Murray]

to tied up with the rugby and teams all this weekend - almost feel like going to raggers for a quiet coffee on Monday arvo just to get away for a while.

[awa355]

Had no interest in my proposed ride last Sunday. so I went with the Ulysses to Aratiatia dam. Quite neat watching the gates opened and the water coming thru. Almost as much water as fell from the sky for most of the ride. We went via the sth Waikato, returning via Pohipi rd and up the Dam country.

The wet ride reminded me that rain need not interfere with having an enjoyable day out on the bike. It was my first decent run on this bike in the wet. I did have a couple of hairy moments on the cruiser though, went a 'wee' tad wide on one or two corners. The feedback isn't as responsive as a sportsbike.

Also, trying to mix it with the big 1000cc sportsbikes in the wet isn't the done thing on a midsized cruiser.

[mikemike104]

If anyone is up for a cruise this Sunday there's a ride organised to end up at the Okoroire Hotel for a beer and back.

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=212944932099462

If you want to come post on the fb event or flick me a pm or txt.

[Murray]

been invited to whangamata to eat crayfish, drink beer, wine and port this Saturday night so me and Trina heading over on bikes Saturday arvo back Sunday. Following weekend tied up with Wales vs Fiji match aso no ride for us. Be looking at organising a good ride mid October - may even put free breakfast on for those riding!!! - Just to kick start the LOR group for what will be a good summers riding!!

[mikemike104]

Sunday meant to be raining.. sad becuase its sooooooo nice outside today and Sat is meant to be great.. farrrrrk.

[awa355]

Sunday meant to be raining.. sad becuase its sooooooo nice outside today and Sat is meant to be great.. farrrrrk.

Haven't you heard of 'sick' days??? That's when you put on your best croaky, rasping voice and ph the boss. to say you're dying.

[Geeen]

Haven't you heard of 'sick' days??? That's when you put on your best croaky, rasping voice and ph the boss. to say you're dying.

Or you say you are doing programming at home coz its quieter.. :whistle:

[wysper]

Or you say you are doing programming at home coz its quieter.. :whistle:

cunning bastard

[ckai]

Or you say you are doing programming at home coz its quieter.. :whistle:

Or you just leave cause you're the boss and tell everyone else to do your work :D

[Geeen]

Or you just leave cause you're the boss and tell everyone else to do your work :D

Lets not go there :angry:

[5150]

Anyone keen on a Sunday morning ride? Want to stretch the legs on my new mount :yes:

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I've got Sunday off work so I'm keen.

[Murray]

Tied up with Rugby this weekend :facepalm:-

[slofox]

I might be interested on Sunday morning...

[Lateralus]

I'd be keen. Need to clear my head before the 4 uni exams i have next week :facepalm:

[Murray]

In case any of you guys don't read the newspaper you may want to look at this thread and respond accordingly

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/142514-Attention-Waikato-Motorcycle-Dealers-Boycott-the-Waikato-Times

[slofox]

In case any of you guys don't read the newspaper you may want to look at this thread and respond accordingly

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/142514-Attention-Waikato-Motorcycle-Dealers-Boycott-the-Waikato-Times

Already have.

[JakeTehMuss]

:angry: That article pissed me off!! - Emails sent
But this is good for a laugh.
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/RS3iB47nQ6E" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>
Anybody going for a ride tomorrow?

[sil3nt]

Anybody going for a ride tomorrow?:yes:

riding the snowboard :P


Ordered a part for my bike on the 15th and it still hasn't shown up :facepalm:

Think the parents are getting quite annoyed i have two bikes filling up their garage.

[ckai]

Anyone keen on a Sunday morning ride? Want to stretch the legs on my new mount :yes:

You going through the whole Trumpy stable, mate??? You did have a Speed before hand didn't you?

I hope you didn't get a red one? They're the slowest of the 675s :)

[5150]

You going through the whole Trumpy stable, mate??? You did have a Speed before hand didn't you?

I hope you didn't get a red one? They're the slowest of the 675s :)

Naah. This is my first Trumpet. And the colour is Gold247617 :yes:

[ckai]

Naah. This is my first Trumpet. And the colour is Gold247617 :yes:

As you were then :) I think the wife saw you the other day (she was riding mine). She comes home and says, "I saw a yellow one today",
"Scorched yellow"
"What?"
"It's called scorched yellow, not yellow. Yellow would be like a canary. If you ride a Triumph you have to learn the colours. We have to sit a course and everything"

:D

Apparently the SY's are an asshole if the paint gets damaged because no one can match exactly. They have to respray everything. That's only what I've been told though.

Bloody nice bike though mate. I do like the SY. Quite rare, especially mint ones.

[5150]

As you were then :) I think the wife saw you the other day (she was riding mine). She comes home and says, "I saw a yellow one today",
"Scorched yellow"
"What?"
"It's called scorched yellow, not yellow. Yellow would be like a canary. If you ride a Triumph you have to learn the colours. We have to sit a course and everything"

:D

Apparently the SY's are an asshole if the paint gets damaged because no one can match exactly. They have to respray everything. That's only what I've been told though.

Bloody nice bike though mate. I do like the SY. Quite rare, especially mint ones.

I love mine. And yes it is mint, bar few tiny stonechips on the nose and couple of scuff marks where previous owner decided to put the tankbag. Mate of mine is a car painter, he will respray my tank when I am ready. He can also cut decals and was going to clear coat everything afterwards

[Geeen]

It's me who has the S3. F*ck I hate Auckland! !!!!

[5150]

F*ck I hate Auckland! !!!!

You and rest of the country as well

[5150]

As you were then :) I think the wife saw you the other day (she was riding mine). She comes home and says, "I saw a yellow one today",
"Scorched yellow"
"What?"
"It's called scorched yellow, not yellow. Yellow would be like a canary. If you ride a Triumph you have to learn the colours. We have to sit a course and everything"

:D

Apparently the SY's are an asshole if the paint gets damaged because no one can match exactly. They have to respray everything. That's only what I've been told though.

Bloody nice bike though mate. I do like the SY. Quite rare, especially mint ones.

Just found a website that has ALL of the Triumph paint codes, and my Scorched Yellow is there too, alnong with the code :yes:

[STJim]

Can you go the distance?
See the link below. Join us for a magical mystery tour.
6.45 am Waikato Commerce club or 7.15 am Cambridge BP:woohoo:
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/142006-500-Miler

[awa355]

Can you go the distance?
See the link below. Join us for a magical mystery tour.
6.45 am Waikato Commerce club or 7.15 am Cambridge BP:woohoo:
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/142006-500-Miler

Last time I got asked to 'go the distance', she threw me out at 2am. That was 30 yrs ago and I'm still recovering. Will give this some thought tho' this may be easier.

[ckai]

I love mine. And yes it is mint, bar few tiny stonechips on the nose and couple of scuff marks where previous owner decided to put the tankbag. Mate of mine is a car painter, he will respray my tank when I am ready. He can also cut decals and was going to clear coat everything afterwards

Lucky bugger. You should do a custom job. SY and something else.


It's me who has the S3. F*ck I hate Auckland! !!!!

Yeah I knew you had one. I thought someone local has had just about every modern Trumpy. Obviously I was just dreaming and thought it was me :)


Just found a website that has ALL of the Triumph paint codes, and my Scorched Yellow is there too, alnong with the code :yes:

It'll be interesting to see if it can match up.

[5150]

Lucky bugger. You should do a custom job. SY and something else.



Yeah I knew you had one. I thought someone local has had just about every modern Trumpy. Obviously I was just dreaming and thought it was me :)



It'll be interesting to see if it can match up.

Here you are:

http://www.triumphrat.net/maintenance-tips-and-tricks-for-your-sprint/89191-triumph-paint-codes.html

[Quasievil]

Completely unrealted subject

Any of you fine upstanding gentlemen got a job afterschool and or over the holidays for a young 17 year old hard worker ?

just asking, if so pm me please

ever so grateful:yes:

[ckai]

Here you are:

http://www.triumphrat.net/maintenance-tips-and-tricks-for-your-sprint/89191-triumph-paint-codes.html

That's an impressive list.


Completely unrealted subject

Any of you fine upstanding gentlemen got a job afterschool and or over the holidays for a young 17 year old hard worker ?

just asking, if so pm me please

ever so grateful:yes:

Ya can't pimp out other poeple's kids :)

[Quasievil]

Ya can't pimp out other poeple's kids :)

NOoOOOO she is mine now I brought her from her dad in Bangkok, she needs something to do during the day time

[5150]

Completely unrealted subject

Any of you fine upstanding gentlemen got a job afterschool and or over the holidays for a young 17 year old hard worker ?

just asking, if so pm me please

ever so grateful:yes:

You don't look 17 to me :blink:

[caseye]

As usual and as always it's most appreciated, thanks for the hospitably last evening ladies and gents of the W L O R. Enjoyed the ride down and the quiet beer with you all, the ride home was awesome too, no worries at all from the ol Coal Burner.
Looking forward to having a combined WLOR and BFTP, perhaps even the FBMC group get together sometime in the near future.

[St_Gabriel]

As usual and as always it's most appreciated, thanks for the hospitably last evening ladies and gents of the W L O R. Enjoyed the ride down and the quiet beer with you all, the ride home was awesome too, no worries at all from the ol Coal Burner.
Looking forward to having a combined WLOR and BFTP, perhaps even the FBMC group get together sometime in the near future.

Would that be the "Alphabet soup" ride then would it?

[Murray]

I think the wife saw you the other day (she was riding mine). She comes home and says, "I saw a yellow one today",


At least some one's riding it!!!!

[ckai]

NOoOOOO she is mine now I brought her from her dad in Bangkok, she needs something to do during the day time

Oh well that's OK then. I hope you got her when the exchange rate was up. Might not have been worth the $9.99 otherwise.


At least some one's riding it!!!!

Hey, I rode it

Proof (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/100865-Tag-o-rama!?p=1130161162#post1130161162)

Someone has to try and keep the rear tyre from looking like a barrel.

[5150]

So any ideas for a Sunday ride then? I was thinking the pub/cafe in Okororie (sic) down from Tirau, then maybe back through the other side of Karapiro or something

[Murray]

Hey, I rode it

Proof (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/100865-Tag-o-rama!?p=1130161162#post1130161162)



Need glasses thought this read "poof" but then again:shutup::shutup:

No proof here!! Brooke takes nice photo's

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So any ideas for a Sunday ride then? I was thinking the pub/cafe in Okororie (sic) down from Tirau, then maybe back through the other side of Karapiro or something
That should be a good ride, where do we meet and what time?

[5150]

Well, reading the weather forcast it's not looking too good today, so might just get some bike porn and stay home today. Bugger it:facepalm:

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Haven't you got a rainsuit?

[5150]

Haven't you got a rainsuit?

Not at the moment :baby:

[sil3nt]

http://www.stuff.co.nz/waikato-times/news/5737086/Rider-critical

[5150]

http://www.stuff.co.nz/waikato-times/news/5737086/Rider-critical

Just read that. And here I was planning to ride that road on Sunday. And it would have been there around that time too, had it not been for poor weather and my piss poor motivation. Hope the rider pulls through. Anyone know if it is one of the KBers?

[slofox]

Just read that. And here I was planning to ride that road on Sunday. And it would have been there around that time too, had it not been for poor weather and my piss poor motivation. Hope the rider pulls through. Anyone know if it is one of the KBers?

Can't've been me - I'm way older than that.

Fingers crossed for the dude involved, eh.

[5150]

I would be almost willing to bet that the poor bastard hit grovel or other shit on the road. That road is known for not being exactly nice and clean at best of times.

A while ago mate of mine came around corner on the Ngaruawahia - Waignaro road, and came to grief on a corner, where there was grovel strawn after road works but no roadworks signage was placed to warn traffic. He spent few mnths in hospital then successfully sued the local council and roading company for not indicating that there were roadworks present. They paid for his bike and his loss of wages. Though nothing could fully fix his badly brocken leg. :wacko:

[slofox]

I would be almost willing to bet that the poor bastard hit grovel or other shit on the road. That road is known for not being exactly nice and clean at best of times.

A while ago mate of mine came around corner on the Ngaruawahia - Waignaro road, and came to grief on a corner, where there was grovel strawn after road works but no roadworks signage was placed to warn traffic. He spent few mnths in hospital then successfully sued the local council and roading company for not indicating that there were roadworks present. They paid for his bike and his loss of wages. Though nothing could fully fix his badly brocken leg. :wacko:

Came through Maungatautari Road this morning. Quite a lot of loose metal on that one too. Oh and no signs of course...

[5150]

Came through Maungatautari Road this morning. Quite a lot of loose metal on that one too. Oh and no signs of course...

The councils are getting quiet slack lately with signage. And they say we cause most accidents on the road. :facepalm:

[ckai]

I would be almost willing to bet that the poor bastard hit grovel or other shit on the road. That road is known for not being exactly nice and clean at best of times.

A while ago mate of mine came around corner on the Ngaruawahia - Waignaro road, and came to grief on a corner, where there was grovel strawn after road works but no roadworks signage was placed to warn traffic. He spent few mnths in hospital then successfully sued the local council and roading company for not indicating that there were roadworks present. They paid for his bike and his loss of wages. Though nothing could fully fix his badly brocken leg. :wacko:

Had that around there a few times. One of the reasons I barely ride around that area. Which is a shame since it's a nice road apart from that crap.

Surely, they must have a legal "duty of care" and negligence would have to come into it. It wouldn't be hard to prove. I wonder if this should happen more (the suing part) to get them to sort out the bullshit road laying. They don't need to keep those stupid 30km/h signs up (which they seem to do for far too long. Just keep the "new seal" signs up or sweep the damn road.


Came through Maungatautari Road this morning. Quite a lot of loose metal on that one too. Oh and no signs of course...

Had that there too. Every time I ride that road they have lose gravel with no signs.

When I did my defensive driving course (for me bike :) ) there was a guy there that worked for Fulton Hogan or one of the other big roading companies. There were 2 bikers in the class and so we told him what the deal is when they forget to put the gravel signs out or take them down too early. Especially on a corner. He didn't actually think about the shit it causes bikes. He was a young guy and generally in charge of the signs so said he'll make sure on all his sites, they stay out until clear.

I thought it would be common sense. Interesting how you look at things differently when they can kill you.

[Quasievil]

FFS dont blame the road, if there is shit on the road, ride around it, and if you cant because your going to fast then why are you?
What if there was a tractor driving super slow on the corner? a log of firewood, a dead freckin Possum, a giant rock fallen from a cliff, a bottle, anything !

if you cant see the corner is clear and smooth and free of hazards then you should be riding in readiness to stop !

And if you choose to ride fast through a corner you havent or dont check and crash ,boo bloody hoo, you are the road user not the council, its your body that you need to protect not the councils body so take some ownership of it and ride to protect it !

Simple

The council has NO responsibility to provide a race track to plonker bikers to race on, its a public road get over it. shit happens and anything can and will happen be ready for it

[Murray]

May be a few of us heading to Kawhia for a coffee on Sunday. Leaving Kingsgate Hotel at 10.30 a.m. sharp. There and back then to the clubrooms to watch the end of Bathurst and rugger knock out games!!! What a way to spend a Sunday:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

Will put in calendar to see if anyone interested!!

[5150]

FFS dont blame the road, if there is shit on the road, ride around it, and if you cant because your going to fast then why are you?
What if there was a tractor driving super slow on the corner? a log of firewood, a dead freckin Possum, a giant rock fallen from a cliff, a bottle, anything !

if you cant see the corner is clear and smooth and free of hazards then you should be riding in readiness to stop !

And if you choose to ride fast through a corner you havent or dont check and crash ,boo bloody hoo, you are the road user not the council, its your body that you need to protect not the councils body so take some ownership of it and ride to protect it !

Simple

The council has NO responsibility to provide a race track to plonker bikers to race on, its a public road get over it. shit happens and anything can and will happen be ready for it

I do agree with you there, but no matter how slow you ride, if there is grovel right on the corner and you have nowhere to go then you still going to loose it even at 30kms. Couple of times on my adv bike I was riding through Gentle Annie, the Taihepy end where there was seal, blind corner, I was doing 35kms because of a hairpin, suddenly there was loose grovel on both lanes, I ended up nearly dropping the bike at that speed because the front end went. Yes you should ride to your ability and prepare that every cage is going to hit you and that every corner will have a nasty surprise, BUT if the councli took their responsibility more seriously then roadworks would not be left unmarked etc.

[ckai]

FFS dont blame the road, if there is shit on the road, ride around it, and if you cant because your going to fast then why are you?
What if there was a tractor driving super slow on the corner? a log of firewood, a dead freckin Possum, a giant rock fallen from a cliff, a bottle, anything !

if you cant see the corner is clear and smooth and free of hazards then you should be riding in readiness to stop !

bla bla bla bla Q rant goes here ;)

The council has NO responsibility to provide a race track to plonker bikers to race on, its a public road get over it. shit happens and anything can and will happen be ready for it

Don't you worry, I ride VERY much within the confines of the corner. Personally, I wasn't talking about me ever coming off from gravel. I'm talking not knowing whats beyond the corner, riding slower than my granny road pace, and slipping on gravel at low speeds. Hell, even sliding on cow shit a few times. I could see all through the corner, but smelt something so slowed down.

My concern is if you have a 1m deep pothole, not signed, around a 45km/h corner and you are doing 30km/h, the shit is still gonna hit the fan one way or another. Extreme example yes, but even gravel on the road can catch you out doing under the proposed corner speed.



BUT if the councli took their responsibility more seriously then roadworks would not be left unmarked etc.

And this is also my point. It's got nothing to do with racing or what not. If my industry, if you fail to label something potentially dangerous, YOU are responsible. It's not passing the blame, it's being responsible for your job and providing a duty of care to those that use your "service".

Don't get me wrong, I hate all that shit when people whine that someone else should have protected them or did something else, when it was them that failed to take responsibility first.

[ckai]

May be a few of us heading to Kawhia for a coffee on Sunday. Leaving Kingsgate Hotel at 10.30 a.m. sharp. There and back then to the clubrooms to watch the end of Bathurst and rugger knock out games!!! What a way to spend a Sunday:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

Will put in calendar to see if anyone interested!!

And you call yaself a beer swinging kiwi male?! Pfft. Only 3 things get done this Sunday, watching, eating, and drinking. If food or drink run out then mother gets sent out to replenish stock (wifey will be watching, eating and drinking as well).

If children are capable of replenishing stock, they can be substituted for mother.

These are the rules.

[5150]

and you call yaself a beer swinging kiwi male?! Pfft. Only 3 things get done this sunday, watching, eating, and drinking. If food or drink run out then mother gets sent out to replenish stock (wifey will be watching, eating and drinking as well).

If children are capable of replenishing stock, they can be substituted for mother.

These are the rules.

amen!!!!!!

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I'll be staying at home on Sunday watching Bathurst, probably go for a short ride Saturday morning.

[Murray]

And you call yaself a beer swinging kiwi male?! Pfft. Only 3 things get done this Sunday, watching, eating, and drinking.These are the rules.

So whats more kiwi male than going for a bike ride, watching the racing (Bathhurst and the Gee gees) at the pub, then watching the rugby at the pub while chugging back on jugs of beer!!! Riding, Racing, Racing and Rugby

While you: you sit in a lazy chair for the day and sip on your little stubbies and watch an aussie race then fall asleep before the rugby because you have finished your six pack.

Whose the real dinkum Kiwi!!

[slofox]

At least I don't wear ear-rings. So whats more kiwi male than going for a bike ride, watching the racing (Bathhurst and the Gee gees) at the pub, then watching the rugby at the pub while chugging back on jugs of beer!!!

While you: you sit in a lazy chair for the day and sip on your little stubbies and watch an aussie race then fall asleep before the rugby because you have finished your six pack.

Whose the real dinkum Kiwi!!

The one that falls asleep..? :innocent:

[ckai]

So whats more kiwi male than going for a bike ride, watching the racing (Bathhurst and the Gee gees) at the pub, then watching the rugby at the pub while chugging back on jugs of beer!!! Riding, Racing, Racing and Rugby

While you: you sit in a lazy chair for the day and sip on your little stubbies and watch an aussie race then fall asleep before the rugby because you have finished your six pack.

Whose the real dinkum Kiwi!!

It's about the commitment. True men, watch the whole race, including build up. You can be excused from build up if you are rebuilding any type of engine.

True men, will ride earlier in the mourning to demonstrate there commitment.

These are the rules

[ckai]

And steady on with the 6 pack comment. I only have 3 left :) They should do nicely.

[Murray]

And steady on with the 6 pack comment. I only have 3 left :) They should do nicely.

Being the man you are you will also be watching Saturday (if its on??) so maybe you need another 3???

[ckai]

Being the man you are you will also be watching Saturday (if its on??) so maybe you need another 3???

This is true.

[jmk]

Will confirm the date when I know but Hamilton North School have their annual charity ride, lady I spoke to thought it was last weekend in November

[jmk]

And roll on Sunday for Bathurst here too

[5150]

Fridge full of beer - check
snacks - check
big TV with surround sound - check
comfy Lazyboy - check
wife and kids out of the house on Sunday - check and check
dog at the olds house for the weekend - check
phone off the hook - check

Yup, I am all set :yes:

[mvw]

May be a few of us heading to Kawhia for a coffee on Sunday. Leaving Kingsgate Hotel at 10.30 a.m. sharp. There and back then to the clubrooms to watch the end of Bathurst and rugger knock out games!!! What a way to spend a Sunday:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

Will put in calendar to see if anyone interested!!

Alright, looking forward to it.

[Quasievil]

mmm Tempting

[Murray]

Great ride, great weather, good roads, good food and coffee, plenty of bikes out. 6 of us in our little group.

One little downfall!! How does a spark plug work its way loose. Blew out about 2 km before garage before Kawhia. Pulled in there thinking engine had blown but no - 2nd spark plug had come out. Thanks Mark for helping out

[awa355]

Tomorrow, weather permitting, I'm going to take a run over to the Mount and see for myself the ship and the beach.

Yes, I know it is 'rubbernecking' but if I stay out of the way of the operation, I would like to see 1st hand, the disaster. I'll grab a bite at Macca's for tea.

Will leave Te Awamutu about 3-4pm. I need to be back home for work by 9pm. If anyone wants to come for an evening ride we could meet up at Cambridge.

[5150]

Tomorrow, weather permitting, I'm going to take a run over to the Mount and see for myself the ship and the beach.

Yes, I know it is 'rubbernecking' but if I stay out of the way of the operation, I would like to see 1st hand, the disaster. I'll grab a bite at Macca's for tea.

Will leave Te Awamutu about 3-4pm. I need to be back home for work by 9pm. If anyone wants to come for an evening ride we could meet up at Cambridge.

Did you manage to get to TGA yesterday?

[Murray]

no ride planned this weekend and it looks like its going to be wet. Nigel (sorrelboy) is looking at planning a ride shortly up to the lighthouse at the Manukau heads and Nov 6th looking at joining the local ulysses group for a secret run to Taumaranui. (Meeting 10.00 am Caltex Te Awamutu) Start dusting those bikes off. And if anyone interested a 2 nighter to Palmerston North 18th & 19th November. And then JMK's charity run end of Nov?? (a run we have always supported for a great local charity)

[awa355]

Did you manage to get to TGA yesterday?

Nah, Decided that the fuel wasn't worth using up on a short run ( time wise) so will head over there somewhere next Weds/Thursday. (days off).

What day would Nigel be looking at for the run to Manukau heads? Went up there a few weeks ago. Lovely scenery and roads.

The run to Taumaranui sounds okay.

[Murray]

What day would Nigel be looking at for the run to Manukau heads? Went up there a few weeks ago. Lovely scenery and roads.

The run to Taumaranui sounds okay.

Probably Sunday or Monday of Labour weekend

[Quasievil]

Probably Sunday or Monday of Labour weekend

Monday 8.15 am is the start of the Targa Rally at Wynard wharf viaduct in Aucks if you wanted to see some cool cars, and me and my Mobil 1 girls !

[5150]

Monday 8.15 am is the start of the Targa Rally at Wynard wharf viaduct in Aucks if you wanted to see some cool cars, and me and my Mobil 1 girls !

Don't know about you, but Mobil 1 girls sounds like fun :shifty:

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Metservice currently says morning showers, fine spells increasing for Sunday. Doesn't look that bad.

[BigAl]

Got my bike rego'd, anyone keen for a blat to the Mount tomorrow?

Weather looks good, say mid morning ish.:sunny:

[5150]

Got my bike rego'd, anyone keen for a blat to the Mount tomorrow?

Weather looks good, say mid morning ish.:sunny:

I would be in , weather allowing ofcourse

[BigAl]

Cool, yeah hoping the weather will be just the odd shower.

How about meet at 10am at the caltex Morrinsville rd hillcrest, back rds to Matamata and over kaimais maybe a coffee on the way.:done:

[5150]

Cool, yeah hoping the weather will be just the odd shower.

How about meet at 10am at the caltex Morrinsville rd hillcrest, back rds to Matamata and over kaimais maybe a coffee on the way.:done:

Could do. I was thinking Tahuna Paeroa Waihi KatiKati then back through Kaimais, but I am easy. Just have to be home by 3pm so I can get ready for work

[BigAl]

Yep not too fussed with route but may be hooking up with guys in Mata, will see who turns up and go from there. Want to be back by about 3pm too.

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Was a good ride today, loved those backroads near Matamata.

[BigAl]

Good to meet you Lance, that last road back was certainly interesting.

Great day.

[5150]

Well, my Sunday was stuffed since I woke up at 8am. :facepalm: Got called in to work to cover for a sickie and only managed a quick blat to WhataWhata and back at lunch time. Sorry guys. Was away from the computer so couldn't even post on here . Next Time :sunny:

[JakeTehMuss]

Well, my Sunday was stuffed since I woke up at 8am. :facepalm: Got called in to work to cover for a sickie and only managed a quick blat to WhataWhata and back at lunch time. Sorry guys. Was away from the computer so couldn't even post on here . Next Time :sunny:

I feel your pain! Being a student means I have to work every Sunday to make a little extra coin.
Any one keen for a ride next Saturday?

[5150]

I feel your pain! Being a student means I have to work every Sunday to make a little extra coin.
Any one keen for a ride next Saturday?

Can't be doing too bad if you are riding 4 year old ZX6 <_<

[JakeTehMuss]

Can't be doing too bad if you are riding 4 year old ZX6 <_<

We haven't met yet have we? Haha before my studies I had worked for 3 years :bleh: and that was when i could afford my baby :innocent: with 30,000Km on her...Shes now reaching the 66,000km mark :shit:
So if the <A HREF="http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/forecast.php?type=rain&region=nz&noofdays=7">Weather</A> holds out anyone keen to do <A HREF="http://g.co/maps/tqanp">This loop?</A> On Saturday before the game?

P.S. at my age the women are plenty, fun and FREE (except for the taxi ride home). All I have to do before going to sleep is 'Point them in the direction of the nearest bus stop' :dodge:

[Aristocat]

... anyone keen to do <A HREF="http://maps.google.co.nz/maps/ms?msid=211501497734612631181.0004a9513272b858c5dd 6&msa=0&ll=-37.991834,175.417328&spn=0.951334,2.113495">This loop?</A> On Saturday before the game?

Can you check the linky Jake? I get no route on the map.

[slofox]

Can you check the linky Jake? I get no route on the map.

Nah - me neither...

[Murray]

So if the <A HREF="http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/forecast.php?type=rain&region=nz&noofdays=7">Weather</A> holds out anyone keen to do <A HREF="http://maps.google.co.nz/maps/ms?msid=211501497734612631181.0004a9513272b858c5dd 6&msa=0&ll=-37.991834,175.417328&spn=0.951334,2.113495">This loop?</A> On Saturday before the game?


Must be a long loop as "the game" is 9.00 pm Sunday night!!

[awa355]

Must be a long loop as "the game" is 9.00 pm Sunday night!!

He rides S..L..O..WW. ok? I'm very tempted to go. would be a long run after having worked all night. Probably not worth the risk. I'd be okay for the 1st couple of hours, but early afternoon would be a struggle.

[5150]

P.S. at my age the women are plenty, fun and FREE (except for the taxi ride home). All I have to do before going to sleep is 'Point them in the direction of the nearest bus stop' :dodge:

That reminds me of someone I know. :facepalm:

I will have to see what work situation is like this weekend. But would be tempted subject to work, weather and the boss (wife)

[5150]

He rides S..L..O..WW. ok? I'm very tempted to go. would be a long run after having worked all night. Probably not worth the risk. I'd be okay for the 1st couple of hours, but early afternoon would be a struggle.

So we can expect to find you asleep somewhere in the ditch on the side of the road under the bike? lol

[ckai]

Can you check the linky Jake? I get no route on the map.


Nah - me neither...



So if the <A HREF="http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/forecast.php?type=rain&region=nz&noofdays=7">Weather</A> holds out anyone keen to do <A HREF="http://maps.google.co.nz/maps/ms?msid=211501497734612631181.0004a9513272b858c5dd 6&msa=0&ll=-37.991834,175.417328&spn=0.951334,2.113495">This loop?</A> On Saturday before the game?


Massive ride mate.:shit: By the looks of it, you're taking in every road in the north island. Sleeps for pussies anyway

:Punk:hah

[5150]

Massive ride mate.:shit: By the looks of it, you're taking in every road in the north island. Sleeps for pussies anyway

:Punk:hah

That sure looks like the Rusty Nuts 1000 miler map :shifty:

[JakeTehMuss]

Can you check the linky Jake? I get no route on the map.
Try this Linky (http://g.co/maps/tqanp) After getting back into Otrohanga well decide if I want to go East or directly back to Hamilton.

Must be a long loop as "the game" is 9.00 pm Sunday night!!
:facepalm: Though the game was on Saturday. Thanks Murray for clearing that for me.
Still dosnt change the fact I have work on sunday and unable to do a fun group ride.

[ckai]

I thought with the Final being on Sunday, the "first loser playoff" would have been on Saturday. Annoying that it's on Friday as Brooke got tickets to the game but she's working until 9pm. Bugger. Don't really care too much for watching live rugger (or generally any rugger) but I wouldn't mind participating in some Cooper Bashing and some Welsh shenanigans.

[BigAl]

Looks like a good ride, unfortunately off to Rotovegas Sat so will work some back roads myself.

Expecting heaps of traffic on State Highways:facepalm:

[Murray]

Might be a chance of a ride on the Monday (Labour day). discuss at the clubrooms tonight
MONDAY
Morning showers clearing. Westerly winds.

[ckai]

I might have to mosie (sp????) over tonight. No kid (shipped him down the line), although Brooke may be pissed off. haha. It's not my fault you lot are old buggers and leave the pub before 7:30 for your nana naps. I should try and bring Spaz and the new Mrs Spaz.

Stranger things have happened.

[Murray]

Stranger things have happened.

When???? I must have missed them!!!!!:blink::blink::blink:

[ckai]

When???? I must have missed them!!!!!:blink::blink::blink:

Turns out I lied :)

Whats the plan for the Monday ride? My sources tell me it should be a reasonable long weekend. Might even have to dust off the mountain bike. Shit! I haven't ridden that since I busted my hand!

[sil3nt]

I might head to raglan tomorrow. Meant to be good weather. Haven't had an out of town ride for a few months.

Might as well pick up the tag as well.

[awa355]

I might head to raglan tomorrow. Meant to be good weather. Haven't had an out of town ride for a few months.

Might as well pick up the tag as well.

What time are you thinking of going? I am going to run out there about mid morning. I'll be riding on a black cruiser, just in case we pass..

[Murray]

Whats the plan for the Monday ride? My sources tell me it should be a reasonable long weekend.

I will be in Whangamata to watch the RWC final. However a plan has been hatched and Mark & Jim are keen for a ride. So for anyone interested look at leaving Kingsgate Hotel Hamilton at 11.00 and do the Paeroa, back road to thames turnoff before thames and do the twisties through to Whangamata and meet up for a bite with Me and Trina and loop back through waihi, paeroa gorge.

Marks definately keen to do it but wont do it alone so I will put in calendar and PLEASE REGISTER IF YOU ARE GOING TO GO!!!

JUST ADDED RIDE FOR 6TH OF NOVEMBER TO CALENDAR - PLEASE REGISTER IF INTERESTED!!!!!

[STJim]

At this stage I think that will suit me. Murray a Meeting place in Whangamata? at say 1.00 pm
cheers

[Murray]

At this stage I think that will suit me. Murray a Meeting place in Whangamata? at say 1.00 pm
cheers

Keep in contact via cell phone 027 277 2696 - probably in main street somewhere

[Murray]

I will be in Whangamata to watch the RWC final. However a plan has been hatched and Mark & Jim are keen for a ride. So for anyone interested look at leaving Kingsgate Hotel Hamilton at 11.00 and do the Paeroa, back road to thames turnoff before thames and do the twisties through to Whangamata and meet up for a bite with Me and Trina and we all loop back through waihi, paeroa gorge.

I will put in calendar and PLEASE REGISTER IF YOU ARE GOING TO GO!!!

JUST ADDED RIDE FOR 6TH OF NOVEMBER TO CALENDAR - PLEASE REGISTER IF INTERESTED!!!!!

Just a reminder for those looking for a ride Monday - weather looks good

[Murray]

Cloud breaking, and fine spells increasing. Westerly breezes

3 registered so far meeting with me and Trina makes 5 - should be a good day to get out and clear the head after watching the big game tonight - GO ALL BLACKS

[slofox]

Such a good ride. Great therapy to get into those hills again (well, for me anyway). Big thanks to STJim for organimising the event and keeping it sorted throughout. Good job Jim.

I think I need to ride over there again soon...

[Pumbaa]

What a great days ride meny thanks to to you all hope to see you all at the nov 6 ride

[Murray]

Just a reminder about the ride on November 6th. Lets see if we can get a good turnout.

Please register

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=2910&day=2011-11-6&c=all

[insomnia01]

Just a reminder about the ride on November 6th. Lets see if we can get a good turnout.

Please register

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=2910&day=2011-11-6&c=all

Sounds like a recruitment drive for the old fellas club :wait:

[slofox]

Sounds like a recruitment drive for the old fellas club :wait:

SHhhhhh...it is...

[Murray]

Sounds like a recruitment drive for the old fellas club :wait:

Would be good if we outnumber them!!! The challenge is there!!!

[insomnia01]

Would be good if we outnumber them!!! The challenge is there!!!

Just watch out for a bearded chap on a Speed triple & another chap on a Aprillia Shiver they are nuts :shit:

[Murray]

another chap on a Aprillia Shiver they are nuts :shit:

You mean Lou????? Man can he ride!!!!

[STJim]

Just watch out for a bearded chap on a Speed triple & another chap on a Aprillia Shiver they are nuts :shit:

Are you able to keep up with them?

[ckai]

Are you able to keep up with them?

now, now, no need to encourage racing. Especially on the roads. You should know better than that :spanking:

[insomnia01]

Are you able to keep up with them?

what are you encouraging here Jim ?? Are you able to stay upright ?? ( on your bike that is )

[STJim]

what are you encouraging here Jim ?? Are you able to stay upright ?? ( on your bike that is )

You told us how fast Lou and Alan are. That is well known to me and most people in the Ulysses club know better than to even think about taking either of them on. I think that you should answer my question which was posed to you as a bit of a joke, before you pose questions to me. In short I am not encouraging anything. I simply asked you a question. I expect from what I know of your riding skills, that you could keep up with those two without two much trouble.
In this context I don't know what you mean by one of your questions to me. What are you implying? I don't think that I have raised any questions about your ability as a rider but you appear to be questioning mine. I am very thick skinned and I am only very slightly offended.:scratch:

[insomnia01]

You told us how fast Lou and Alan are. That is well known to me and most people in the Ulysses club know better than to even think about taking either of them on. I think that you should answer my question which was posed to you as a bit of a joke, before you pose questions to me. In short I am not encouraging anything. I simply asked you a question. I expect from what I know of your riding skills, that you could keep up with those two without two much trouble.
In this context I don't know what you mean by one of your questions to me. What are you implying? I don't think that I have raised any questions about your ability as a rider but you appear to be questioning mine. I am very thick skinned and I am only very slightly offended.:scratch:

:killingme:killingme spoken like a true lawyer !!! Ohh well them's the brakes........... In reply to your question yes I can keep up with them & have done many a time but that was back when Lou was on his trusty FJR or Motard & Alan on his VFR, I dont remember having ever ridden with Lou when he had his Tuono & have not be out with Alan since he brought his Trump So now things would be a little differant but still entertaning to say the least

[Murray]

:killingme:killingme spoken like a true lawyer !!! I dont remember having ever ridden with Lou when he had his Tuono & have not be out with Alan since he brought his Trump So now things would be a little differant but still entertaning to say the least

Yep probably cost $100 of his time to write that:yes::yes:
So we might see you Nov 6th?????

Remember the ride is only as fast as Tail End Charlie - Not the leader of the Pack

[insomnia01]

Yep probably cost $100 of his time to write that:yes::yes:
So we might see you Nov 6th?????

Remember the ride is only as fast as Tail End Charlie - Not the leader of the Pack

probably not, been there done that with Ulysses & their grp rides tend to be quite large in numbers

[Murray]

probably not, been there done that with Ulysses & their grp rides tend to be quite large in numbers

Not the one's Ive been with (mind you thats only a couple) 10 is usually a big group for them

[insomnia01]

well its been a year or 2 since I last rode with them & I usually only went on Lou & Allans runs which where cool :yes::yes: No doubt it'll be e great ride some nice roads through there :yes::scooter::yes: Enjoy !!!!

[awa355]

Has anyone got a run for tomorrow?

It's my weekend off, so I'm keen to do a decent run. I had thought about the Corromandel loop, ( never done that one), or a run through to Whakatane and back through Murupara, Waikite valley, sth Waikato.

Solid persistant rain, and I wouldn't bother. A few showers wont bother me.

[caseye]

Do the Coro,. do it on your own and seriously watch out for other bikers, on that stretch of road they are your biggest concern. The road is awesome, the views are amazing.Weather will be kinder up there too.
Go on enjoy.

[slofox]

I prefer to do the Coro loop on a weekday - to avoid the Weekend Warriors...

[wysper]

I prefer to do the Coro loop on a weekday - to avoid the Weekend Warriors...

Thats actually a good plan, the only time I have done it on a bike I started about 6 am in the morning in Winter. It wasn't fun, at least not to me.

[awa355]

Boy! I'm not going to pre-empt any future rides. After announcing going for a decent ride today, I got called back to work last night and will again tonight. So much for my 4 day weekend. Still Tuesday is avalible to me, definately no overtime that day, but I'm not telling anyone unless shit happens, again.


Two of us rode out to Raglan this afternoon. Had a nice ride, Quite a few bikes out there enjoying a beer at the pub. passed the booze bus heading out there as we were coming back. ( sober).

[insomnia01]

Headed out to Te Anga, Waitomo Valley Rd through to Piopio great roads, In to Te Kuiti & back road past Supreme Lime Quarry into Otorohanga Awesome, awesome... Rangiatia Rd/Whibley Rd/Ngahape Road :yes::yes::yes: We are truly blessed we some great Roads in the Sth Waikato :woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

[ckai]

Headed out to Te Anga, Waitomo Valley Rd through to Piopio great roads, In to Te Kuiti & back road past Supreme Lime Quarry into Otorohanga Awesome, awesome... Rangiatia Rd/Whibley Rd/Ngahape Road :yes::yes::yes: We are truly blessed we some great Roads in the Sth Waikato :woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

Totally agree. Especially when they're twisty but flowing. Then add a very small pinch of tight stuff for flavour. Stir and ya have yaself a cream cupcake ;) haha

[jmk]

Meet and register at school at 930 and departing for ride at 10 arriving back at 1230 for bbq and spot prizes etc. $5 entry fee and unsure on cost of this years badges (last year they were $10)


Proceeds for:

Hamilton North Special School
Warwick Ave (off Sandwich Rd)

[STJim]

:killingme:killingme spoken like a true lawyer !!! Ohh well them's the brakes........... In reply to your question yes I can keep up with them & have done many a time but that was back when Lou was on his trusty FJR or Motard & Alan on his VFR, I dont remember having ever ridden with Lou when he had his Tuono & have not be out with Alan since he brought his Trump So now things would be a little differant but still entertaning to say the least

Well done I enjoyed the answer. It was as I thought it would be. And yes I can stay upright most of the time.

[insomnia01]

Stir and ya have yaself a cream cupcake ;) haha

Or a well made CARROT CAKE WITH APRICOTS & WALNUTS WITH A REAL TOPPING :yes::shit::yes:

[Murray]

Come on guys and girls whose riding Sunday?? I'm supposed to be working but will get away for the ride!!

Its in the calendar
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=2910&day=2011-11-6&c=all

Sunday 6th November
Partly cloudy with light winds.

[Murray]

Meet and register at school at 930 and departing for ride at 10 arriving back at 1230 for bbq and spot prizes etc. $5 entry fee and unsure on cost of this years badges (last year they were $10)


Proceeds for:

Hamilton North Special School
Warwick Ave (off Sandwich Rd)

Have added a calendar entry for this event

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=2918&day=2011-11-27


LOR's please try and make it as it is a worthwhile cause which we have participated in for the last 3 years or so!!


Don't forget this Sundays ride, forecast looks great - please register so we do not leave you behind!!

[BigAl]

Hi Murray, what time and place are you meeting in Te A as if I go would meet you there because I live Sth Ham.

thanks.

[\m/]

I prefer to do the Coro loop on a weekday - to avoid the Weekend Warriors...
Less car traffic on the weekdays as well. Tried doing it on a weekend once (on the Saturday before the Paeroa racing) lots of campervans and boat trailers, made it to Whiritoa before giving up and going back to Paeroa.

[Murray]

Hi Murray, what time and place are you meeting in Te A as if I go would meet you there because I live Sth Ham.

thanks.

Its in the calendar - however Caltex 10.00 a.m.

See you there - cheers

[St_Gabriel]

Wont register for this one Murray, but will more than likely attend. I really should get out more often.

[Murray]

Congratulations to Mz Tulip on getting her full license. Rumour has it that she may be shouting at the "clubrooms tonight"

[Warr]

Come on guys and girls whose riding Sunday?? I'm supposed to be working but will get away for the ride!!

Its in the calendar
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=2910&day=2011-11-6&c=all

Sunday 6th November
Partly cloudy with light winds.
Not sure on this one .. I'm working in the afternoon and would need to be back in Hams by 2pm...
Will ponder :)

[slofox]

Not sure on this one .. I'm working in the afternoon and would need to be back in Hams by 2pm...
Will ponder :)

I need to be back by 1.00pm Warr - if you go, I'll could tag along if'n ya like. Got me new tyres to wreck...err scrub in I mean.

[Warr]

I need to be back by 1.00pm Warr - if you go, I'll could tag along if'n ya like. Got me new tyres to wreck...err scrub in I mean.
I have recorded my attendance ... Will likely make it to the 8.30 brekie at Murrays place :)

[slofox]

I have recorded my attendance ... Will likely make it to the 8.30 brekie at Murrays place :)

I'll see what I can do...

[awa355]

I'd like to confirm coming, but as I'm working Saturday night-sunday morning, I will have to wait and see how fresh I am, that morning.

I would start off with a hiss and a roar, but come mid afternoon, if it is hot, I might be struggling to stay awake. No point being a problem to others, and yes, it is possible to fall asleep while riding a bike.

[Pumbaa]

coffee is the answer lots & lots & lots strong , short, black

[Pumbaa]

have put myself in for sunday see you there

[insomnia01]

May show my face after all :innocent: will see on the day

[Murray]

Sunday

Fine spells, with isolated showers becoming scattered in the evening. Westerly winds.

Don't no whats happened to the registraions but spankme is having some problems with the site so obviously this has affected them 8-10 pax indicating they are coming at the moment and then Ulysses on top of that. Should be a good ride. feel like a ride in the countryside!!

[slofox]

Due to a major fuckup affecting me at present I have cancelled my registration for this event. Should things sort out in time I might turn up anyway but don't bother waiting if I'm not there.

Have a nice ride everyone.

[BigAl]

Double booked I'm afraid:facepalm:, hmcc have a club ride around TeAnga coast which I want to go on.
Maybe next time, have a good ride.:yes:

[awa355]

Double booked I'm afraid:facepalm:, hmcc have a club ride around TeAnga coast which I want to go on.
Maybe next time, have a good ride.:yes:

Went to a Hmcc meeting a few years ago. It all seemed to be about off road riding, MX, Trials etc. Do they have a strong road riding section?

[BigAl]

Went to a Hmcc meeting a few years ago. It all seemed to be about off road riding, MX, Trials etc. Do they have a strong road riding section?

Yep, real strong. Also monthly meetings are themed, ie last month was show casing Italian bikes including St4, St3, 620 Multstrada, M900, SS900 bevel, 1098, RSV4 fact, RSV mille, V11 Breva.

Last Thursday had an evening ride to Raggers with 20 odd bikes including Hondas new Crossrunner.

Worth checking out, first Thurs every month.

[Warr]

Sunday 6th combined LOR & Ulysses to Taumarunui ... Ride Report

Wet

Made it home by 2, all good. Hope the rest of the crew make it safely home as well

[ckai]

Sunday 6th combined LOR & Ulysses to Taumarunui ... Ride Report

Wet

Made it home by 2, all good. Hope the rest of the crew make it safely home as well

Tell me about it. Brooke and I decided to go to the city. Last minute change of clothing from jeans since it was drizzling but holy heck, on the way home it pissed down. Was a good ride to hamilton though.

[wysper]

Worth checking out, first Thurs every month.

MIght have to check it out, I am not really a group/social person, but every now and then it is nice to shoot the breeze with like minded people.

[5150]

Tell me about it. Brooke and I decided to go to the city. Last minute change of clothing from jeans since it was drizzling but holy heck, on the way home it pissed down. Was a good ride to hamilton though.

Did I see you at the lights on your Triumph turning right into Avalon drive from Te Rapa by BK? (With a pillion)

[insomnia01]

Sunday 6th combined LOR & Ulysses to Taumarunui ... Ride Report

Wet

Made it home by 2, all good. Hope the rest of the crew make it safely home as well

I reckon !!! So much for the forecasted drizzles, it was fairly consistent from TK all the way home..... I had to light a fire once home to dry all my gear out :wait::wait: followed by a nice hot shower & copious amounts of bourbon :drinknsin still a good ride apart from that !!

[ckai]

Did I see you at the lights on your Triumph turning right into Avalon drive from Te Rapa by BK? (With a pillion)

If the pillion had a pink mohawk and jacket that would have been us :)


I reckon !!! So much for the forecasted drizzles, it was fairly consistent from TK all the way home..... I had to light a fire once home to dry all my gear out :wait::wait: followed by a nice hot shower & copious amounts of bourbon :drinknsin still a good ride apart from that !!

haha same here. Brooke made a joke of putting the fire on and I thought bugger it. The bourbon would have been nice but I polished that off on the last cold day.