ATNR Junior (Auckland Thursday Night Ride- Junior)

**Juniper** · 27th March 2014, 08:40

So this ride is in conjunction with the ATNR (Auckland Thursday Night Ride) but aimed at Learner riders/ Slower riders/ 250 Riders. We try to keep to the pace of the slower riders so that no one gets left out or behind. Big kids are more than welcome if you would like a relaxing ride or to pass some riding skills onto the more learner ones in the group. The ride takes about 1-1/2hours and is about 75-80km long.

Where: Mobil Petrol Station on Oteha Valley Road Click for Google Maps Link

When: Leave 6.45-7pm in summer and 6.30-6.45 in winter (to avoid riding in too much dark) 1-1/2hr ride

Route: A few twisties, a few straights, a few nice curves. Sometimes changes.

about 75-80km long. Finish up at BAR AFRICA Cnr of William Pikering Dr and Omega Place, Albany.

Structure: The Lead and TEC (Tail End Charlie) are comparatively experienced riders who know the route well. No one goes in front or behind these people. If the group stretches out we wait at intersections (where safe) to regroup as a whole. We ride in staggered formation.

Why: Just cause... Kids like to ride too (Not referring to age, all ages welcome lol)

I started this ride with a few L riders a while ago because I wanted to ride on Thursdays and then catch up with the others at the pub, but felt really bad holding the more experienced riders up on the corners. It seems to have grown and we would love to see new faces, even if I cannot make it.

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Disclaimer: I am NOT a teacher or an experienced rider. Just a person who likes to ride with other similar paced riders. Any advice or tips I give are stuff that I've picked up along the way from places/groups like NASS, advice I picked up on the L's rides (Thank you Maha and Mom), and other experienced riders that have mentored me along the way. I firmly believe that there is no absolute right way to ride, other than staying on your bike, so take all the advice you get and see what works for you.
You participate on this ride at your own risk. I will not be held accountable for anyone's actions, to/from or during the ride.. Anyone who is caught endangering or intimidating others by their actions will be asked to leave the ride and refused entry to forthcoming rides! This is a learner supportive ride, not a show off loose cannon ride.

I will not be responsible for people ending up god knows where due to not listening to instructions nor the TEC system failing. If the group stretches out we wait on corners to regroup as a whole.

**bawked** · 27th March 2014, 14:39

Won't be able to make it tonight unfortunately.... red baron taking their sweet time with my bike. Next week for sure though!

**Juniper** · 27th March 2014, 16:16

Originally Posted by bawked

Won't be able to make it tonight unfortunately.... red baron taking their sweet time with my bike. Next week for sure though!

Sweet. See you next week. ZXR's unite?

**RuoskaNZ** · 27th March 2014, 19:03

Sorry, stuffed that one. Found gas and headed home. Sorry for splitting the group.
Tried finding the bar but got lost, will see ya next week.

**kchoz** · 31st March 2014, 09:29

Hi all,

I've only just got my Learner's a week and a half ago and while I've ridden around my local area a little since, I am obviously very new and quite inexperienced. I've hit 80km/h on Fred Taylor Drive near westgate a few times but haven't been on the motorway yet.

I was just wondering if it'd be too soon for me to join you guys on a ride this thursday. Should I ride around solo a little longer before attempting a group ride?

cheers

**Juniper** · 31st March 2014, 09:34

Originally Posted by kchoz

Hi all,

I've only just got my Learner's a week and a half ago and while I've ridden around my local area a little since, I am obviously very new and quite inexperienced. I've hit 80km/h on Fred Taylor Drive near westgate a few times but haven't been on the motorway yet.

I was just wondering if it'd be too soon for me to join you guys on a ride this thursday. Should I ride around solo a little longer before attempting a group ride?

cheers

Nope this would be the perfect group for you. I'd also suggest coming along to NASS on Wednesday if you can.

**TheDemonLord** · 31st March 2014, 10:55

I'll probably rock on up after I get my restricted and come have a hoon with yous

**kchoz** · 31st March 2014, 12:08

Originally Posted by Juniper

Nope this would be the perfect group for you. I'd also suggest coming along to NASS on Wednesday if you can.

Awesome! Yeah I want to come along to NASS but timing clashes with something else atm. Will try to make it someday

**kchoz** · 2nd April 2014, 07:28

I've managed to get myself available for the NASS event tonight but unfortunately I can't make the ATNR tmro

. Will join you guys next thursday.

Cheers

**Juniper** · 2nd April 2014, 16:33

Originally Posted by kchoz

I've managed to get myself available for the NASS event tonight but unfortunately I can't make the ATNR tmro

. Will join you guys next thursday.

Cheers

Sweet, there should be a few of us dedicated ones lol.

I can promise you that the winter riding will be aimed at the really learner group. Mainly cause I'm as blind as a bat at night so wont be going any sort of fast at all. Need to work on my night riding too. Been a bit scared of late.

**DanielM8** · 2nd April 2014, 16:39

Originally Posted by Juniper

Sweet, there should be a few of us dedicated ones lol.

I can promise you that the winter riding will be aimed at the really learner group. Mainly cause I'm as blind as a bat at night so wont be going any sort of fast at all. Need to work on my night riding too. Been a bit scared of late.

Beware of dogs. HAHAHA (You can hit me for that later)