Learner Ride to Cape Reinga (20 November)

[nallac]

300 kms between the hours of 9:30am-4:30pm..we take all day, you were on the Naki ride, 80ks stop 80ks stop 80ks stop and lunch is about an hour stop..I say it all time, these rides are designed around the 'getting there when we can' policy. Why rush, the San Marino aint going anywhere.

Is that all your Old bones can Handle these days Maha 80k's then rest?...

I must add also (if I haven't already) there will be stretch on the 90 Mile Beach for those who want to do that.

This can't be missed, awesome scenery and just plain fun....

[surveyorsteve]

Hi Maha, fair call, I'm sure these rides are all about sharing a journey rather than my length of country commutes.
I've been following the posts on these forums and am keen to tag along on a ride or two, getting a leave pass is the hard part.

[Maha]

Is that all your Old bones can Handle these days Maha 80k's then rest?...

I'm good for at least 95kms
It was said to me before our very first Cape ride that to give the newbies a break after 80ks or so, and because the rides are for them as much as anyone else, that is what we do.

And I ain't taking my bike on the fricken beach either

[Maha]

Hi Maha, fair call, I'm sure these rides are all about sharing a journey rather than my length of country commutes.
I've been following the posts on these forums and am keen to tag along on a ride or two, getting a leave pass is the hard part.

Must try harder Steve, the November ride is one that a few always look forward to, two nights at a very cool place and tons of fun in between.

[nallac]

I'm good for at least 95kms
It was said to me before our very first Cape ride that to give the newbies a break after 80ks or so, and because the rides are for them as much as anyone else, that is what we do.

Sure blame the newbs....... Good excuse for ya aye granpa...

And I ain't taking my bike on the fricken beach either

Whys that ya Poofter.... I still got sand in my cracks from Easter on the Beach....an so does the Buell..

[Maha]

Sure blame the newbs....... Good excuse for ya aye granpa...

Whys that ya Poofter.... I still got sand in my cracks from Easter on the Beach....an so does the Buell..

Yeah but it's a throw away item innit? the buell not your arse

[nallac]

Yeah your arse

Thats enough of u sticking your tongue out near my arse.

[arcane12]

300 kms between the hours of 9:30am-4:30pm..we take all day, you were on the Naki ride, 80ks stop 80ks stop 80ks stop and lunch is about an hour stop..I say it all time, these rides are designed around the 'getting there when we can' policy. Why rush, the San Marino aint going anywhere.

I must add also (if I haven't already) there will be stretch on the 90 Mile Beach for those who want to do that.

You tempt me, sir! I did cheat a little on the 'Naki trip by starting from Hamilton! I guess if I stay in Auckland overnight it would reduce the Day 1 distance (300 from dairy flat, plus the 150 or so to get there!). It would be nice to see the old place again (spent all my Primary school years just up the hill from the San Marino) looking at it on google maps, I hardly recognise the place!

Get a sportsbike. It's better at cruising than a cruiser. Haha

Yes, I have figured that out, much to my dismay. Once I sit my full test I will be looking to change. Though I don't think it's all cruisers, but the Boulevard was designed as a city cruiser, from what I can tell. My friend has a Honda Shadow, and he does regular trips to Wellington, no problems. He is a little crazy though. That probably helps!

[Maha]

You tempt me, sir! I did cheat a little on the 'Naki trip by starting from Hamilton! I guess if I stay in Auckland overnight it would reduce the Day 1 distance (300 from dairy flat, plus the 150 or so to get there!). It would be nice to see the old place again (spent all my Primary school years just up the hill from the San Marino) looking at it on google maps, I hardly recognise the place!

Hayden did that last year I think? (stayed in AKL) You'll convince yourself to come

[Grant`]

Arcane you could get seat redone by a motor trimmer or adjust the handle bars to help alleviate some of the problems maybe?

[Maha]

Arcane you could get seat redone by a motor trimmer or adjust the handle bars to help alleviate some of the problems maybe?

Wouldn't a Street Triple R be better?

[Grant`]

Well obviously but only if the budget stretches to it lol.

[MarkW]

Greetings all,

As usual I'll wander down and meet everyone at Whangarei. And if needed the usual far north breakdown facilities will be available. I only say this because by saying that they are available no one then needs to use them. Which is what we all want. Maha, if you want some one to take a group up or down 90 mile beach (depends on the tides for which is best) then I am available for that. Waitiki Landing has been rebuilt and so gas is now available again up there. It's noy cheap gas but definitely beats walking.

[Mom]

Greetings all,

As usual I'll wander down and meet everyone at Whangarei. And if needed the usual far north breakdown facilities will be available. I only say this because by saying that they are available no one then needs to use them. Which is what we all want. Maha, if you want some one to take a group up or down 90 mile beach (depends on the tides for which is best) then I am available for that. Waitiki Landing has been rebuilt and so gas is now available again up there. It's noy cheap gas but definitely beats walking.

Hello stranger! Be good to see you again. You lurker you...

[bosslady]

90 mile beach? count me in!