Auckland to Wellington for protest ride 17th Nov - Leave Monday, back Tuesday night

**Qkchk:Me** · 3rd November 2009, 20:58

It just happens that I have been able to delay my business trip to Welly for the following week - Now I can do my part to fight this unjust bullshit!

Some people cannot get 3 or 4 days off, so we decided to do a one (and a half) day ride instead.

What: Ride to Wellington to join the protest on the 17th Nov
When: Monday 16th - 2 different groups we will be leaving that afternoon (see next post for times/details)
Why: No need for explanation is there? Either put up and pay for increased levies or make some noise!
Who: Open to all. However, we will be riding long distances and possibly at night so not suitable for learners / less experienced riders. We will be cruising at a med pace, would prefer you could too.

Myself and Qkkid are planning to ride down to Wellywood in time for the protest on the 17th. Two groups will be leaving on the Monday (16th) with the plan to overnight in Palmerston North (as per accommodation thread). Then leave Palmerston North early morning to get to the protest assembly location (Porirua would be the best bet) to join convoy into parliament.

Plan on riding back home after protest mid-afternoon.

I know some people cannot attend the protest due to work commitments. However, how much will one day cost you in relation to a (possible) lifetime of hiked rego prices? Do the math!

Anyone want some riding company?

UPDATE

*Here is the planned route we will be taking Depending on the day, we may have slight deviation from this route.
*Aiming for a between 6 - 7pm arrival at Palmerston North.
*Bikers welcome to join in on the way down, however, you MUST be at you designated meeting point before we arrive as we will not be waiting for late comers. Please post up a message to say where you wish to join, so we can co-ordinate a time and keep an eye out for you.

**Qkchk:Me** · 3rd November 2009, 21:00

Two different departure times available:

1st group (Qkchk)
Departing Papakura Autobarn @ 12.30pm Monday 16th
Riding to Palmerston North via State Highways

2nd Group (Qkkid)
Departing Papakura Autobarn @ 3.30pm Monday 16th
Riding to Palmerston North via State Highways and backroads

**Pixie** · 4th November 2009, 08:13

I will consider this if I need a Plan B.
At the moment I intend to leave KKK at 03:00 on the 17th

**Qkkid** · 4th November 2009, 18:02

Originally Posted by Qkchk; Some people cannot get 3 or 4 days off, so we decided to do a one (and a half) day ride instead.

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What:[/B] Ride to Wellington to join the protest on the 17th Nov
When: Monday 16th (after work or when it suits your timetable)
Who: Open to all. However, we will be riding long distances We will be cruising at a med pace, would prefer you could too.

Myself and Qkkid are planning to ride down to Wellywood in time for the protest on the 17th. Will be leaving mid-afternoon on the Monday (16th) with the plan to overnight in Turangi

Plan on riding back home after protest.

Who's keen?

I guess im keen.

Bloody better not be raining

This is a overnighter only 1 day off work

No time for sipping coffee or latte smokin binges

**Qkchk:Me** · 5th November 2009, 18:28

Have moved this thread to a better spot (as not to clog up the ACC forum)

**Qkchk:Me** · 9th November 2009, 20:40

Leaving Papakura @ 12.30pm
Sticking to State Highways

OR

Leaving Papakura @ 3.30pm
Some Highways and backroads

Intended destination NOW Palmerston North (make use of cheap accommodation and closer to Wellywood)

**wynw** · 10th November 2009, 12:38

I could be interested in joining you on the trip home

**Qkchk:Me** · 10th November 2009, 19:43

Originally Posted by wynw

I could be interested in joining you on the trip home

Thats okay, just don't have a set plan on what time and where we will be leaving from. Look for the B-King twins I guess.....

**Qkchk:Me** · 10th November 2009, 19:44

Have accomodation all sorted for Palmerston North. Guess we will bump into a few bikes on the way down and at the overnighter.

**Mrs Busa Pete** · 10th November 2009, 20:08

Originally Posted by Qkchk

Leaving Papakura @ 12.30pm
Sticking to State Highways

OR

Leaving Papakura @ 3.30pm
Some Highways and backroads

Intended destination NOW Palmerston North (make use of cheap accommodation and closer to Wellywood)

We will be in for the 12.30 Departure

**Qkchk:Me** · 10th November 2009, 20:10

Originally Posted by busa pete

We will be in for the 12.30 Departure

Sweet, I'm no longer Qkchk-no-mates!

**Juzz976** · 13th November 2009, 11:29

hey I'd be keen to go, live in tauranga tho so would need a place to join ride.
also a breif description of route and accomodation cost, cheers.

**fizbin** · 13th November 2009, 12:11

ETA to palmy? if i leave with you? QKCICHK

**Qkchk:Me** · 13th November 2009, 15:16

Originally Posted by Juzz976

hey I'd be keen to go, live in tauranga tho so would need a place to join ride.
also a breif description of route and accomodation cost, cheers.

Suggest you check out THIS thread. Suggest you have a read and book your accommodation - Most of us are staying at the Gateway Hotel......

As for a meeting point? I'd say either the BP @ Ngaruawahia (approx 1.30pm) or Otorohanga (approx 2.30pm at the intersection of SH39/31 and SH3). If you wanted to join a larger group of riders and can get away from Tauranga eariler in the day I would suggest looking at THIS thread. These times are only indicative, could be there +/- 15mins. We won't be stopping to wait for people to turn up. If you want to join the ride, suggest you be at your meeting point well ahead of time.

Our planned route. May have a slight deviation here and there depending on the day.

If anyone else wants to join in on the way down, put a post up so we can look out for ya!

**Qkchk:Me** · 13th November 2009, 15:29

Originally Posted by fizbin

ETA to palmy? if i leave with you? QKCHK

How many toilet stops do you need? Oh thats right, your bike makes more stops than you do

I'd say sometime between 6 and 7ish in Palmey. It's highly likely we may catch up the early morning group as they estimate getting in at a similar time.