PRO RIDER Training day at Manfeild - Next one May 10th

[Pro Rider]

Due to unprecedented demand, I have scheduled another training day at Manfeild on Mon May10th, just after Mothers day. This will most likely be the last one before winter.
Limited to 30 riders at a cost of $125 for a whole day training including one on one time in the afternoon. This is a fully controlled training day, rather than a track day and is geared to riders of any experience, even L platers. For more information go to www.prorider.co.nz

[sarahtvet]

Went yesterday, had a great time.
Highly recommend this whatever your level of experience. I learnt heaps and came away with plenty to work on so the learning continues.
Really appreciated all the hard work of the trainers and helpers on the day.

[Cr1MiNaL]

Is this a level 2 day. I have a decade of riding time under my belt and ride an R1. Will this be ok for me or should I just do a track day instead? Ta.

[Dutchee]

Criminal, are you looking for a cheap track day, or wanting to learn something?
I went to the women's course last week. I've been riding road for 5-6 years, done over 100,000k in that time, but ONLY ride a 250 ninja.

One woman posted she's been riding around 18 years, can't remember what bike she had, but she took things away from the day. She also had an open mind going into it, and that does make a difference.

If you're looking for a cheap track day, you will get time on the track, but you will have to sit/stand through "boring" theory as well, and do some practical skills. It'll all be a bit ho-hum for someone not wanting to gain anything from it.

You need to look to yourself and answer yourself as to what you're wanting. Oh, the number one rule for the day is not to separate from your bike. We had 42 of us last week that managed that Oh, not all of us were on little bikes either (plenty were 600+)

Skills that we did was riding at walking pace (smoothly) up to a set of cones and then weaving through them at the same pace, braking (rear, front and then both), cornering, looking at where we need to be. Basically working on the slow stuff to be able to go faster and knowing the limits of the bike in a safe environment.

If you choose to go, have a great day. If you choose not to go, enjoy your next track day and try to keep to rule number one

[Cr1MiNaL]

Skills that we did was riding at walking pace (smoothly) up to a set of cones and then weaving through them at the same pace, braking (rear, front and then both), cornering, looking at where we need to be. Basically working on the slow stuff to be able to go faster and knowing the limits of the bike in a safe environment.

After 10 years on two wheels if you are still learning to ride at walking pace and weave through cones then well ... no comment. I don't need to learn those skills - I teach them to learners. Looking where I need to be came to me naturally about 5 years ago so I can tick that off too. I learn something every time I go on the track as I get faster each time. Yes I like to keep the bike upright but that is not my no 1 goal. My no 1 goal is to get faster. Guess I'll just wait out for a track day then. Not being smug. Just candid. Thanks.

[Smifffy]

I'm keen to go

[Dutchee]

After 10 years on two wheels if you are still learning to ride at walking pace and weave through cones then well ... no comment. I don't need to learn those skills - I teach them to learners. Guess I'll just wait out for a track day then. Not being smug. Just candid. Thanks.

I have seen a woman, who I know is faster than me (not sure how long she has been riding), but she has ridden 200m or so with her feet dangling as she can not do slow manoeuvring (bugger, not sure where the "u" belongs there). I was horrified to see that. I come from a dirt background where I'm to keep my feet on the pegs as much as possible, so do practice that - others don't.

Karel and team do a more advanced course as well, but not sure when she'll be organising one on this island.

I just thought I'd give you an honest rundown of what we covered. I got a lot out of the day, reinforcing what I've heard/seen before, but getting a lot of it to sink in, which is what I had been hoping for.

Good on you for being honest, I wasn't trying to sound like a smartarse either.

Smiffy, have a great time. I'm just trying to figure out how I can book another course in later on in the year - down on the South Island though lol

[Pro Rider]

Upskill your Riding - a high level of enjoyment guaranteed, in a safe, fun environment at Manfeild Raceway

LAST TRAINING DAY BEFORE WINTER - MON MAY 10TH

Still a few places left - but be quick

• Learn more about your riding and your bikes capabilities and have the chance to put the two together in a safe, controlled environment.

• Spend the morning working on the fundamental skills of braking, steering and cornering and spend the afternoon putting it all together where there are no unwanted distractions.

• Have the luxury of spending all your attention on your riding without having to worry about oncoming traffic, road conditions, wandering stock, traffic cops etc.

• Have the chance to spend quality one on one time with the instructors, where you can really start to take your riding to another level.

• Increase your skills and confidence so that you can immediately apply that to your road riding.

• Suited to ALL levels of riding - Learner to Advanced riders will gain a lot from it.

• One on One time with the instructors so you can work on your individual needs

• A fun, relaxed day, where you can ride as fast or as slow as you choose.

For booking and accommodation details go to:
http://www.prorider.co.nz/motorcycle...s.php?course=4

[Toaster]

I am keen to go too.

[Toaster]

Looking forward to it!

[Smifffy]

Looking forward to it!

See you there.

[Gone Burger]

I warn you all - the mighty Keeway will be hitting the track again too. So no laughing o.k? Poor bike has feelings.

[Toaster]

I am looking forward to seeing a C50T on the track! I used to have an M109R and have a bit of a soft spot for the big Boulevards.

[danielle]

Im excited! Counting down the dayts now howp its not too cold!

[Gone Burger]

Im excited! Counting down the dayts now howp its not too cold!

Hey Danielle - It will be a great day indeed. Did you attend the last one? If not, you're in for a treat. Crossing my fingers and toes for some good weather