White Ribbon Ride with the Super Māori Fullas 25th Nov onwards

[chanceyy]

Can't agree with ya on this one Chanceyy. Statistically men are perpetrators of violence towards their partners/wives and children a lot more. It's an issue that needs to be talked about.

Let's talk about it and make people aware of it. Yes uncontrolled anger in any of us is not okay but there is a serious issue in New Zealand that needs to be talked about out in the open.

I can't locate the stats but there are women and children being killed in NZ as a direct result of family violence, it's an issue that needs to be out in the open so men know it's unacceptable and women know they can get help.

No probs Miss P, statisically yes men are the main perpetrators of violence, but these days not all.

It sickens me each time I watch the news & see another child abused, not just by the father either ..

However talking about it is good, and to those ppl who have/are turning their lives around massive ups to them ..

[sarahtvet]

Humbled. But don't forget the ladies too.

Thanks mate us girls were in the minority but sure got plenty of attention and support from the band of brothers :

Will post a ride report of what has been a spiritual and physically uplifting as well as a damn fine few days riding

[sarahtvet]

T it is NOT acceptable for guys to bash(not slap)kids or anybody...

Stats say that men do it more often and kill more women. Nobody should eb subjected to physical nor pyschological abuse.

The three points were
1) Women need to get help and get out of abusive relationships, ditto for men.

2) Friends and family need to stand up and bear witness to give the perpetrators support to chose another path. They rarely do when everybody pretends it isn't happening.

3) Violence is not acceptable for any reason

It was indeed a privilege to meet and ride with these Guys and Gals .....your dedication to the cause certainly moved me.
cheers W

Priveledged to be part of this, will be riding with my brothers and sisters again very soon. Perhaps to visit the SMF in Northland.

the message should be domestic violence is not ok period regardless of who is doing it

that was the message : perhaps you should have ridden further with the group

Well that really sucks.
I went for a ride on Thursday too, if I'd read this earlier I would have met up with and ridden with them for a bit.

More riding and spreading this important message so plenty of opportunity to add your support. This is an everyday message not just one week a year

[QUOTE=tegelnz;1129541966]Well the ride has finished but the memories will last a lifetime. [/qoute]
Sure will babe I am still reeling from it

Or maybe its from the pounding my eardrums took from Crofty at 630 every morning ringing a bell over my head and starting the sportie up next to me

[QUOTE=tegelnz;1129541966] Started in Wellington with the rest of my fellow Patriots and met Sarah the vet (yes I admit your Daytona was the fastest in our group) [/qoute]

fastest of the lot mate although Rizzo would have been a faster rider if we had been playing in the west but we were being good sportbike riders

My bum is slightly sore but it was worth fanging my Kawasaki Ninja EX250 up the north island for such a great cause.

Met heaps of great people including Sarah the vet, Cheryl from Invercargill and many others.

Look forward to next years ride. By then I will have upgraded to a ZX10 and give Sarah a run for her money lol.

Priveledged to ride with you mate : and you did very well on the 250. Your 'ass' would have been more sore I reckon without leathers even if they were a little short and baggy. Take more than a year and a ZX10 before you can give me a run but happy to let you chase me again anytime

Can't agree with ya on this one Chanceyy. Statistically men are perpetrators of violence towards their partners/wives and children a lot more. It's an issue that needs to be talked about.

Let's talk about it and make people aware of it. Yes uncontrolled anger in any of us is not okay but there is a serious issue in New Zealand that needs to be talked about out in the open.

I can't locate the stats but there are women and children being killed in NZ as a direct result of family violence, it's an issue that needs to be out in the open so men know it's unacceptable and women know they can get help.

Totally shocked by the stats we heard about on the ride. Nobody should be scared of their partner or parents. Our homes should be our place of safety and our parrtners the people we can most trust.

Getting this talked about will help people make better choices in the future and I am convinced it will make a difference. It has to, this scourge is ruining lives,families and communities. None of us are imune to the effects even if not directly involved.

Sad to see more people turn out to reduce spending money on their rego than to stop the people in their communities from being abused. Big up to those who are making a stand, the winds of change are surely blowing through this gorgeous country.

[Conquiztador]

Sad to see more people turn out to reduce spending money on their rego than to stop the people in their communities from being abused. Big up to those who are making a stand, the winds of change are surely blowing through this gorgeous country.

On the positive side: people are standing up for what they belive in and are prepared to say "Enough" be that re unjustified ACC levies or family violence. Some of us did both. Others could only do one.

I have a trip up north planned this Xmas holidays. Who knows, might see you there?

[sarahtvet]

On the positive side: people are standing up for what they belive in and are prepared to say "Enough" be that re unjustified ACC levies or family violence. Some of us did both. Others could only do one.

I have a trip up north planned this Xmas holidays. Who knows, might see you there?

For sure mate, not suggesting that people who didn't come don't care, apologies if it came across like that. Guess I was a little disappointed that more people couldn't make it and missed out on an amazing event for all that rode or interacted with the riders. One of the most positive life experiences I have had so sure don't want to distract from that. Wait for the ride report and you will totally get where I am coming from

Would be cool to catch up at Xmas, pm me with plans when you know them and I am sure we can work something out. I am in touch with the Hauraki Patriots regularly now and some of us have an east cape escapade we want to sort so maybe we can work something out

There are plans afoot for a SMF south island run too:r2thumbsup:

[chanceyy]

On the positive side: people are standing up for what they belive in and are prepared to say "Enough" be that re unjustified ACC levies or family violence. Some of us did both. Others could only do one.

True personally I would have loved to do the ride but a combination of events conspired against me, one was medical, and the other was supporting two friends who have gone through and are going through real life trauma.

I would say I will be there next year however if we do not get ACC to change their stance then alot of us may not be riding in the future (or riding illegally)

[ynot slow]

I would say I will be there next year however if we do not get ACC to change their stance then alot of us may not be riding in the future (or riding illegally)

Actually you've hit the nail on the head,priorities,and with hefty increases in rego you have to really plan your trips,sure if I win lotto then I'll rock on along to all events that interest ME,not what is THE event of the time.

Me I never miss relay for life,both in Manawatu and New Plymouth,and will try to attend each one if possible.

I still stand by the main part of it's not men but anyone who beats anyone else(unless on sports field lol),it is not wanted,and goes for men v lady,lady v child,both v child,child v parent etc.When you have your partner arrive home from her work and you ask how are you?Reply pissed off,had a post mortem to do on a young baby who was placed in a plastic bag,used as a punching bag and also imersed in the bath,you really can't say much.Then she was told by police with her that the mother wanted to be able to go to funeral wtf.

Two wrongs don't make a right,and maybe some people need to get off their high horses and realise the planet aint fair,shit does happen,and from school drop outs to company directors,sports people all walks of life.

To me these guys saying yep I beat her/them but realise it was wrong,and have reformed are not ideal role models,sure they have corrected their ways,and good on them,the other side is what their partners think about it,it implies they are happy to have been there done that got the bash,but hell I can't leave.Role models I think not.

[boyscout]

there is something for everyone in this cause. From reading through the different posts it is very clear that the violence is not condoned at all, and that is the most important message that is being delivered. The white ribbon may not sit well with everyone, as it focuses specfically on Domestic Violence against women, this is because, and as stated through this thread, it is the highest incidence when it comes to domestic violence statistics. there is however the "Its not OK!" Campaign that focuses on Domestic violence as a whole, in which ever form it takes from Physical, emotional, financial, sexual etc..... I am a patriot and this ride was a highlight of my riding so far, and i cant wait for the next one. For my brothers and sisters that came along or supported in their own way, i thank you and hope to catch on a ride one day....cheers....Lovey