Learner Ride to Cape Reinga (20 November)

**nathanwhite** · 27th October 2011, 10:21

so wait, do you have vision in both eyes?

**nzspokes** · 27th October 2011, 10:48

Do you get re-eye tested for each stage?

**stifmyster1** · 27th October 2011, 11:20

I have perfect vision in my right eye. my left eye is blurry so i cant read with it but i can still see enough to tell there is a car coming. its like looking at the world slightly out of focus.

And yea. NZTA require you pass THEIR eye test, or have a no glasses form thats less than 60 days old.

optometrist cost $65 to do this. doc's cost 15-25 depending on where you go.

**Maha** · 27th October 2011, 11:55

Originally Posted by stifmyster1

I have perfect vision in my right eye. my left eye is blurry so i cant read with it but i can still see enough to tell there is a car coming. its like looking at the world slightly out of focus.

And yea. NZTA require you pass THEIR eye test, or have a no glasses form thats less than 60 days old.

optometrist cost $65 to do this. doc's cost 15-25 depending on where you go.

Cataract...?

**blue rider** · 27th October 2011, 12:26

Originally Posted by nathanwhite

My L plate dropped off the back today.
I was a little worried, but the buy at AA said it was fine.

one year and counting to my full

most excellent.

**stifmyster1** · 27th October 2011, 12:35

not a cataract. Lazy eye. already had surgery but the eyeball never fully developed. freaks people out especially when i tell them i can see 3D.

**Maha** · 27th October 2011, 12:37

: Three Groups.
: Each Group leader will control group speed. (80-100kph)
: There will be no passing within the (each) group.
: Passing lanes?...use left lane (unless group leader feels the whole group can get past that fucking truck)
: Always use your indicators to signal your intention on passing lanes
: Use of Mirrors is paramount in a group riding situation...please use them...always.
: Watch you following distance with the bike in front, that person is your friend.
: Staggered formation where possible, no single file on the straight bits.
: We do not want cars splitting any of the groups.
: If a car is bothering you in any way, indicate left and slow (where safe to do so) and wave them passed.
: Finally...please try and stay within 5-6 bike lengths with the bike in front.
: Second Finally...have a way cool time!

**blue rider** · 27th October 2011, 12:55

Originally Posted by Maha

: Three Groups.
: Each Group leader will control group speed. (80-100kph)
: There will be no passsing within the (each) group.
: Passing lanes?...use left lane (unless group leader feels the whole group can get past that fucking truck)
: Always use your indicators to signal your intention on passing lanes
: Use of Mirrors is paramount in a group riding situation...please use them...always.
: Watch you following distance with the bike in front, that person is your friend.
: Staggered formation where possible, no single file on the straight bits.
: We do not want cars splitting any of the groups.
: If a car is bothering you in any way, indicate left and slow (where safe to do so) and wave them passed.
: Finally...please try and stay within 5-6 bike lenghts with the bike in front.
: Second Finally...have a way cool time!

yes dad....we promise ....we be gud....we be

**nathanwhite** · 27th October 2011, 12:56

how are the groups going to be decided? confidence of rider? riding experience? or or just how the bikes are lined up on the day?

**Maha** · 27th October 2011, 13:06

Originally Posted by nathanwhite

how are the groups going to be decided? confidence of rider? riding experience? or or just how the bikes are lined up on the day?

All of that yes...
I was going to try and group everyone on here before the 17th but its a bit difficult, the likes of you/blue rider/spokes and Armi for argument sake will in my group.
The expectation of each rider will be to 'not loose sight of the bike in front or the group' so whos in each group wont really be an issue.

**nzspokes** · 27th October 2011, 13:07

Originally Posted by nathanwhite

how are the groups going to be decided? confidence of rider? riding experience? or or just how the bikes are lined up on the day?

Hondas in 1, Yams in 1........

Boys in 1 and Girls in 1.........

**Maha** · 27th October 2011, 13:10

Originally Posted by nzspokes

Come out with me and Bluerider, did 350ks last sunday.

Getting bike fit Rob?..good to see mate.
Two of the days away will be around that distance with the other being about 260kms. (to the cape)

Riding is bit like running...its about the the time on the road not the distance covered.

I already have plans for another....excursion..