Them dangerous group rides...

[caspernz]

It's a hot button topic I know, but today I went on a group ride

No dogs were harmed

We used forward observation, situational awareness, good positioning and SSV, made good progress, did some overtakes even

No speeding tickets, although I did go thru a booze bus stop late today

There were no evasive actions required, we must have been lucky

Never had to think about putting a foot down mid corner, even though I've been reading somewhere this would be an excellent idea

What just didn't make sense is how all the stuff I've read somewhere, or heard about on the yootoobs, never happened to us

My biggest hurdle right now is whether to have a beer or do some more homework

[Akzle]

holy fuck. you survived.

i'd stock up on lotto tickets, were i you.

haven't you maybe seen heard once read somewhere saw a video that possibly maybe perhaps tells everyone else (you) they(you)'re wrong??

[Grumph]

Congratulations....and I'm jealous as hell. You can go on a ride without the chance of encountering the dreaded Cassina....

We Canterbury residents have to watch carefully for someone putting their feet down on corners - and dodging dogs.

[caspernz]

Yes I know chaps, it's a flamin' miracle alright. I picked up a Lotto ticket on the way home Akzle, will let you know on Sunday whether it was lucky, or if I used up all my luck on the ride...

It would indeed be nerve wracking living in cassina territory, for you'd need to be really really lucky to make your way thru a ride...but you do have some good riding skools and instructors on your patch

[TheDemonLord]

Thou art truly a motorcyclying Deity,

All hail Caspernz - the Patron Saint of Group rides

[Katman]

And off we go on one more little KB circle jerk wankfest.

[oldrider]

It would appear then that the safest way to enjoy a group ride is to leave your bike at home! (sigh)

[Blackbird]

Yes I know chaps, it's a flamin' miracle alright. I picked up a Lotto ticket on the way home Akzle, will let you know on Sunday whether it was lucky, or if I used up all my luck on the ride...

It would indeed be nerve wracking living in cassina territory, for you'd need to be really really lucky to make your way thru a ride...but you do have some good riding skools and instructors on your patch

Rob, you're a naughty lad - go and stand in the corner

[Swoop]

This "Fake News" shit is getting out of hand!

[Woodman]

And off we go on one more little KB circle jerk wankfest.

You will have to up your game if you want to be the centre of any circlejerks in the future because cassina is in another league compared to you.

[R650R]

It's a hot button topic I know, but today I went on a group ride

No dogs were harmed

We used forward observation, situational awareness, good positioning and SSV, made good progress, did some overtakes even

A suspected training ride is not your average 'group ride' as everyone is on the same page.... nice troll attempt though...

[Moi]

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[WALRUS]

Waffle waffle waffle waffle waffle waffle

... Well it was fun while it lasted

[pritch]

There is a road in the North Is called The Takas (I think) that also attracts crazy group riders from what I have read.

You read wrong. Again.

The Rimutaka Hill road is a very short and insignificant ride and recent "improvements" have made it even less interesting. The main attraction for Wellington riders is that it's almost on their door step. It really doen't justify inclusion on anybody's list of top rides.

[mrchips]

We used forward observation, situational awareness, good positioning and SSV, made good progress, did some overtakes even

What is all this forward observation, situational awareness & SSV you speak of ?...... how on earth do you manage to wave to other bikers with all that going on.

Honestly.. is this some new age fandangle cappuccino latte superpower ?