Gremlin, I saw you and Toto ride past the Tearooms in Murchison, just as I was about to leave. Previously I had taken a time out to visit the Omaka WW1 Air Museum. For a war histroy nut like me this museum was just fantastic. To only spend 1 1/2 hours there was rushing it for me. Next time your passing through Blenheim take some time out to visit this hidden gem. F.D.
Originally Posted by gijoe1313 And yet, as I have said in your travel Americas blog, where the eff'n feck is the blardy photos of aforesaid girlies? You have to be on ride to see them! What goes on tour stays on tour! Ask Toto, even as an Ex-European, we've seen some real hotties. I even said Hey to the asian girlie
What a shame you didn't get the chopper ride..... helicopters are so cool to ride in
And yet, as I have said in your travel Americas blog, where the eff'n feck is the blardy photos of aforesaid girlies? Slow learner ...
Ahh the miserable conditions, the riding, the amount of confusion .. business as usual! Funny how Gremlin has got all the clobber, but then decides not to use them until the last moment when it would have been more beneficial ages ago! Having some good adventures, boy, sucks to be missing it!
Hmmmm.....cold, wet, slippery.......Nah, still not jealous!!.......yet!
Originally Posted by blue rider wow I don't think you usually speak that much? nice read... Thanks... and this is writing, not speaking, so yeah, I blame GiJoe for turning me into this writing long blogs demon thing...
Originally Posted by Gremlin I'll keep you guys in mind. That's Trudy's, lowered, Ohlins shock etc isn't it? Might pay to PM Sharry, but otherwise, it would definitely be suitable for a shorter chick, since it has those mods... Thanks and yep, that's the bike.
wow I don't think you usually speak that much? nice read...
Originally Posted by Sharry Cool Grems Lovley read, just a note about the panniers though..... Leaking ? Are paniers BMWs new breaking system? You do know to enhance waterproofness they are not to be rubbed along the road I suspect it was because I trapped some material from a bag in the seal, therefore it couldn't seal fully. I've had them in heavier rain without issue, just have to try and make sure I don't trap anything in the sides as I close them...
Originally Posted by KoroJ Whilst I on the other hand am not the least bit jealous! I mean let's face it, SH1, SH2, SH27, SH5, SH1........please!!! Just wait for the rest of the reports... I'll have you jealous yet! A lap of the South Island has to include the odd good road aye?
Originally Posted by gijoe1313 I wonder if Tombstone backpackers has learnt its lesson yet by giving accomodation to Gremlin third time lucky to break fixtures in the place! And yes, I am jealous as heck I didn't break anything... ok, so I came very close to dropping the light from the ceiling, but really, it was far too low, I should be able to wave my arms in the air like I just don't care Sucks to be you all jealous huh?
I'll keep you guys in mind. That's Trudy's, lowered, Ohlins shock etc isn't it? Might pay to PM Sharry, but otherwise, it would definitely be suitable for a shorter chick, since it has those mods...
Cool Grems Lovley read, just a note about the panniers though..... Leaking ? Are paniers BMWs new breaking system? You do know to enhance waterproofness they are not to be rubbed along the road
Do you know of anyone that would want to buy our awesome hornet? It's got many many mods. We are looking at buying a house, so need to free up some more cash.
Whilst I on the other hand am not the least bit jealous! I mean let's face it, SH1, SH2, SH27, SH5, SH1........please!!!
It's interesting to note how Gremlin has to preface all his quibbles by blaming it on others! Good detailed ride report, usual malarky about the roads, weather, other vehicles and disasters that usually befall him. I wonder if Tombstone backpackers has learnt its lesson yet by giving accomodation to Gremlin third time lucky to break fixtures in the place! And yes, I am jealous as heck
I found the rest of your trip, good read. I look forward to reading of some of your other trips.
This makes interesting reading, I don't even remember how I got here. I intend on doing a bit of touring of the south this year and I am looking forward to reading what you get up to. You have a nice easy writing style for the reader. What sort of costs are the backpackers and are they any good? I have not stayed in one, I'm normally in a tent. You seem to be quite busy though so no hurry.......... no, really take your time
Originally Posted by Rajol Hi how do i get this booking code for the interislander? Booking codes change constantly and are normally subject to certain terms. An organiser of an event has to apply to the company, then they give them a time limited deal that makes it cheaper for people in that group. Otherwise, if you're a member of Top 10, AA, BMW Owners Register or other organisations (most seem to be 10%), they may have access to discounts as well. Interislander seems to have changed their policy this year. Last year it was $152 return for adult and bike on a code (MNZ had one, expired late last year right after this trip), but now it's 10% off... which makes it more like $200.
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