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  • 1KC - 1,000km Cruise

    This event is coming to you from The NZ Distance Riders and is a rebranded and expanded event from what was the C1KC (Capital 1,000Km Cruise). We have a website here: http://www.distanceriders.org.nz/ and Facebook page: NZ Distance Riders.

    We are now introducing a northern event out of Hamilton on the same day and that has freed us up to set routes that are more focused on the enjoying the roads on offer in either the Upper Middle or Lower Nth Island, so this year, like all good hobbits from Middle Earth, we are venturing back into the east. (More on that in the thread below)

    The 1KC is an informal ride for all riders from hardened endurance riding veterans to those barely off restricted. For North Islanders that thought the North Island 1600 might be fun but want something a bit easier first, or the Iron Butts that just want a decent daylight ride....and it's all for a good cause, Muscular Dystrophy.

    We try to choose flowy routes that are a blend of easy riding with some of our favourite wee fangs. This year's offerings should provide another pleasant wee pootle, hopefully with maybe a couple of new roads to some.

    The $20 is required at time of registration please and we have to order the badges, so these can’t be guaranteed for entries received after 20/10/14. Account details will be supplied on application.

    As per previous years, Ride Instructions and a Briefing will be emailed the week before the event.


    PS: The money raised for the MDA goes towards a fund that is used to buy presents for children with muscular dystrophy. Many thanks to all those riders that have tried the ride, and if you don’t want to ride, feel free to donate anyway.
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    1. caspernz's Avatar
      caspernz -
      Quote Originally Posted by nzspokes View Post
      On the map are the toilets marked?

      You know, old man bladder and all?

      Or should I set up a hose system. This my effect rear wheel traction.

      By the way, may not pay to follow me to close.
      http://www.dryfella.co.nz/shop/Dryfe...ter+Packs.html

      The alfresco method of personal relief works quite well, unless you suffer from stage fright
    1. eldog's Avatar
      eldog -
      Quote Originally Posted by insomnia01 View Post
      just do some longer than usual rides, don't worry about where mix it up cant be that hard, Enjoy the ride is the most important thing
      Yep, already onto it , just means no riding during the week. oh well them is the breaks
      Got to do a few more longer rides to get regular (no old man bladder here)

      More time for planning the getaways, "just popping down to the shops dear, wont be a mo".
    1. nzspokes's Avatar
      nzspokes -
      Quote Originally Posted by caspernz View Post
      http://www.dryfella.co.nz/shop/Dryfe...ter+Packs.html

      The alfresco method of personal relief works quite well, unless you suffer from stage fright
      Well more thought, I can run a hose to the tank to give me the extra range. Or run a hose to the headers so i can create smoke for when the Fuzz chase me.
    1. eldog's Avatar
      eldog -
      Quote Originally Posted by nzspokes View Post
      Well more thought, I can run a hose to the tank to give me the extra range. Or run a hose to the headers so i can create smoke for when the Fuzz chase me.
      I dont need a hose to connect to the tank.

      We track you via the smoke and wave at the blue disco lights as we go passed. Theres only 1 road in and out of the east cape unless your taking the KDX.
    1. caspernz's Avatar
      caspernz -
      Quote Originally Posted by nzspokes View Post
      Well more thought, I can run a hose to the tank to give me the extra range. Or run a hose to the headers so i can create smoke for when the Fuzz chase me.
      Eat some asparagus the night before then...

      Quote Originally Posted by eldog View Post
      I dont need a hose to connect to the tank.

      We track you via the smoke and wave at the blue disco lights as we go passed. Theres only 1 road in and out of the east cape unless your taking the KDX.
      So you mean I can't sneak my helicopter into action for a quick lap around East Cape?
    1. eldog's Avatar
      eldog -
      Quote Originally Posted by caspernz View Post
      So you mean I can my helicopter into action for a quick lap around East Cape?
      go for it, i will be watching for whales.
      will be a good ride if you have a GoPro

      been a while since I have been in a 'copter
    1. Maha's Avatar
      Maha -
      Quote Originally Posted by caspernz View Post
      http://www.dryfella.co.nz/shop/Dryfe...ter+Packs.html

      The alfresco method of personal relief works quite well, unless you suffer from stage fright
      The Shewee could come in handy where stage fright is a concern ...http://www.shewee.co.nz/
      Quote Originally Posted by eldog View Post
      I dont need a hose to connect to the tank.

      We track you via the smoke and wave at the blue disco lights as we go passed. Theres only 1 road in and out of the east cape unless your taking the KDX.
      What bike are you wheeling out for the E-Dog?
    1. eldog's Avatar
      eldog -
      Quote Originally Posted by Maha View Post
      What bike are you wheeling out for Eldog?
      We have given him something he never thought he would be riding till he was much older.....
      wheel it in. Here's a pic
      http://hight3ch.com/wp-content/uploa...2/Dolmette.jpg

      Awa I have a couple of spare chainsaws so you can repair your bike, while we do the cruise.

      Completed a few more short runs this week getting a few more ks in on roads I don't know
    1. awa355's Avatar
      awa355 -
      Long distance clothing.
      For years I wore jeans but found that some brands with the seams of triple stitching and/or rivets on the rear pockets would begin to annoy me after a while.

      Some riders swear by cycling shorts, one told me he wears polar fleece type track pants under his bike pants.
      What is your preference?
    1. Gremlin's Avatar
      Gremlin -
      Cycling shorts most times I'm riding. Thermal longs over that if I'm expecting really cold conditions. Motorbike pants over the top, the current ones have both a waterproof and thermal liner, so either just waterproof, or also the thermal.

      Stuff like pant liners you don't really want to be taking in or out during the ride...
    1. nzspokes's Avatar
      nzspokes -
      If its going to be warm cycling pants are great. The sweat will wick away. Thermals if cold as if they get wet they dry quickly.
    1. eldog's Avatar
      eldog -
      Quote Originally Posted by awa355 View Post
      Long distance clothing. What is your preference?
      Still not that convinced about denim jeans even if they are Kevlar lined - what happens in wet? do they get damp and heavy.
      From other posts on adventure riding cotton is a real PIA, it remains damp and can lead to Hypothermia - extreme case

      My current setup Textiles only it has liners built in - a 3 season riding setup - doesn't like the extremes of cold or heat although it has a LOT of vents
      The inbuilt armour keeps those parts of the body warm too. Mine has the most effective back warmer - It covers a lot of area.
      Cotton Tee shirt (I know, I know I am careful to make sure I don't get too cold->stuffed, I take a spare)
      I am experimenting with Thermal top - never needed them before

      Neck tube and Balaclava - more to keep Helmet clean from oily/greasy hair (work related) and keeps the noise down, most noise comes up from under the neck roll.

      Gremlin - Stuff like textile liners you don't really want to be taking in or out during the ride... +1 on that
      Wash them when you need to make sure its a gentle wash so any built in protection isn't damaged.
      Which reminds me mine need washing and the bike servicing (after the new lights are wired in)

      Socks like Revit ones (Summer and Winter) are great because they can be worn a few days before they become itchy and uncomfortable - they don't take long to dry either

      Layers are a great way of keeping the body temp constant

      Hand guards and hot (only need slightly warm) grips are a good way of preventing frozen hands when you are travelling in winter and at night - this I know.

      Hydration and Energy is probably the most important way of keeping body temp correct.

      I did when I was thinking about riding before buying any gear often considered if I wanted one piece or 2 piece gear. Came to the conclusion that although one piece would be better in a race, getting in and out of it would be a PIA when you wanted to make a pitstop or add/remove some gear. So I brought separates.
      Funnily enough I brought the gear on a whim after visiting several bike shops and having a browse online, still not really knowing what I would be doing while riding (adv/offroad/commuting/racing/touring etc) - That same gear is exactly the same gear I would buy now given the same choices and experiences I have had now.

      I find a modular helmet with a built in neck roll/chin guard and an height adjustable internal sunvisor is the go for those who want to be able to stop, take pictures, have a natter, while on the road. The sunvisor is great for those days with the sun breaking through the clouds. A Pinlock is good for heavy breathers.

      I only have one pair of everything except socks - cant afford it at present, different gloves would be nice for the summer, as winter gloves reduce feel etc.

      I recommend buy good gear once you have researched what fits you and your goals.
      The Goretex stuff is nice.

      Never tried lycra, cycle pants or divers dry or wet suits - maybe they are similar?
    1. Tazz's Avatar
      Tazz -
      Quote Originally Posted by eldog View Post
      snip


      The lycra stuff can work pretty well. Comes in different weights I believe. I got given some a year or two ago that I've used a little bit last winter. Anything good like that is really hard to take a piss out of though so I stick to separate pants and tops. Cold killers pants are my go to for the bottom, then polyprop or merino (but they never have tight enough waists and always drop down on me. Wish you could throw a belt through them) the cold killer tops direct the wind to your kidneys though. Horrible.

      Cotton is the debbil!
      Just look at what trampers wear, then add a protective layer applicable to bikes for ideas on what might work well for you.

      I wear kevlar jeans but not when rain is guaranteed and usually not on multi day trips. They are warmer than you'd think when wet as the kevlar itself is almost like a thermal lining, but they take fucking ages to dry out again which is fine at home but annoying when on the move. Getting 'heavy' isn't an issue.
      They are surprisingly water resistant when new.
    1. awa355's Avatar
      awa355 -
      Was in the red shed today, they had a book sale on. One being Ken Ring's 2015 weather almanac. Being a miserable sod and only needing a guestimate for one day, I flicked through to the 7th Nov, fine and cloudy with light breezes.
    1. MarkH's Avatar
      MarkH -
      Quote Originally Posted by awa355 View Post
      One being Ken Ring's 2015 weather almanac.
      You should try something with more scientific validity, like reading entrails or something . . .
    1. eldog's Avatar
      eldog -
      Ent-rails is that something from the Lord of the RINGs?..... see what I did there.

      Did you look at the traditional fishing calendar as well? we will have time for a spot of that too. Put the lines out on the way out at Opotiki and collect on the way back.....

      Awa - I am a don't knock it till you try type of person. But the odd poke in the ribs just to make sure is a good idea
    1. awa355's Avatar
      awa355 -
      Quote Originally Posted by MarkH View Post
      You should try something with more scientific validity, like reading entrails or something . . .
      I dont endorse this guys work. Just quoting what he had written. Anyone who can predict spring weather out 12 months ahead to the day, has to be an optimist.
    1. ruaphu's Avatar
      ruaphu -
      Quote Originally Posted by awa355 View Post
      Anyone who can predict spring weather out 12 months ahead to the day, has to be an optimist.

      Yep jus like us bikers eh, always looking ahead



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    1. STJim's Avatar
      STJim -
      I sent my registration in today for this ride starting in Hamilton.I'm hoping for a really good turnout this year. It should be a great day.
    1. awa355's Avatar
      awa355 -
      Have just paid up. I hope it shows up at the other end. I had filled the registration form out some time ago, I had to wait to get my leave approved before coughing up the dough.

      I have made up a temporary back rest for the Virago. The base lays along the pillion squab and the tank bag sits over the plywood base. It seems to be good at supporting my lower back so I'm not fighting the wind blast by gripping the hand grips tightly for 12 or more hours. A bit primitive compared to the 'electric everything Lazy boy' machines but it is what I've got, so it's what I ride.

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