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**Kendog** · 8th November 2006, 13:13

Re: the turnip comment. You really do like BlackAdder don't you Bob.

**Lissa** · 8th November 2006, 14:59

Originally Posted by Kendog

Re: the turnip comment. You really do like BlackAdder don't you Bob.

hehe how did you guess.

Its Lissa...its short for Bob.

**Kendog** · 8th November 2006, 15:04

I'm a BlackAdder fan from wayyyyyy back.
So we'll just call you Bob, short for Lissa from now on ok!

**Lissa** · 8th November 2006, 15:43

Originally Posted by Kendog

I'm a BlackAdder fan from wayyyyyy back.
So we'll just call you Bob, short for Lissa from now on ok!

Ummm maybe not.. just call me 'Wibble'.

No really just call me Mel.. or Melissa... or Lissa! Ok.

**Kendog** · 8th November 2006, 15:47

Cool Mel! Once this weather gets a bit more predictable and you've got your bike sorted we'll round up the gals (and Uncle B and Skels if they're going to throw their man bags about it) and organise a ride!

Mrs KD.

**Lissa** · 8th November 2006, 15:49

Originally Posted by Kendog

Cool Mel! Once this weather gets a bit more predictable and you've got your bike sorted we'll round up the gals (and Uncle B and Skels if they're going to throw their man bags about it) and organise a ride!

Mrs KD.

Not sure they can handle it.... but sounds great!!!

**Alice** · 8th November 2006, 16:50

Originally Posted by Velox

Sorry - skipped a lot of the posts - have you got your learners or do the lessons end in a Basic Handling Skills Test type thing?

Gals gear can be a mission to find sometimes because the shops stock diff brands so look around. Helmets aren't an issue unless you're wanting a pink one

(Shoei or Shark - I can't remember).

Let us know when you're officially "on the road" and we get a few of the other gals to meet up.

I know this is Lisas thread, so I hope its ok to butt in.I'm sorta in the same boat as Lisa at the mo.
Got the learners a few months back, make a decision on what bike to buy, looked at a few, used the excellent guide to second hand bikes that Sarge posted awhile back.Thanks for that Sarge, some good info.One of the guys I work with worked in the motorcycle industry a few years ago, he raced bikes in NZ, Australia and Japan.He is a motorcycle mechanic by trade but has changed tack a bit now.His advice was most welcome, I also wanted to be informed and be able to participate in checking out the bike, not just stand there going um and ar.

So, now the bikes on its way, after looking at a few second hand bikes I have decided to go for a new one because second hand 250's hold there resale price quite well and I will not have to fork out for any additional maintence costs on top of servicing.If and when I move up to a bigger bike, all going well, and I am into riding as much as I think I will be, then I can handle loosing a bit of cash.Plus nothing like spoiling ones self and going new.One of the beautys of a new bike is that they are so much more affordable than a new car, plus depreciation not as high.Now gear for gals, what choice hu, (thats sarcasim) Anyway got that sorted.Chose a Shoei helmet, my size XS, only 2 colour choices avalible, matt black or gloss black! Aparently they do not bring many small helmets into NZ.Spoilt for choice again!I had my mind set on a particular helmet with graphics in shades of red/white cause I thought it would stand out better on road.I can get it, but not until Jan.No much use having a bike and no brain protecter so will give the waiting game a miss.Summer will be half over.So guess its gloss black which I like, but not prefered choice.It sort of blends into long afternoon shadows perfectly.

Now its countdown time, 14 days until the new toy arrives.
Anyways, what I am getting to in a round about way, is that after I have a bit of time riding on my own and I'm not a menace to others I will be keen as mustard to get together with some gals and go riding.Oh, blokes to, but in the initial wooss stage I guess I will feel more comfortable with less testoserone around.So be good to hear when you lot are going to get together for a ride and I'll see where I'm at in the confidence stakes.I've been reading a thread by some other locals that have been meeting on Wed's, sounds good.

Some cool twisty backcountry roads here in Hawkes Bay to ride, would be good getting some out of towners up here eventually to enjoy our good weather, well when we get good weather, its a bit on the windy side lately, not much rain though.

Lisa, all the best in your pursuits to get onto two wheels, I'll be reading with interest how you progress.

**Lissa** · 8th November 2006, 19:45

Awesome Alice.. although you are way ahead of me. (One hour tops Ive been on a bike so far)

I looked at shoei helmets myself... hmm rather expensive, and prob doesnt come in my 'HUGE' size.

Matt black you say... yea got told that colour is most desired, I wonder if my new helmet comes in that? Going back to the bike shop tommorrow.... might just be a pain in the bum and ask for it to be brought in for me to try on.

I hope you find some people to go riding with... maybe you should start a thread asking about it. Good luck Alice.. keep posting.

**skelstar** · 8th November 2006, 19:49

Hey Alice:
Yungatart, MSTRS would good riders to contact about riding in the Bay. I think they live out Napier way (near the express way maybe?).

Found this 'Hawkes Bay mid-week ride' thread here...be a good place to find some like minded locals.

**Velox** · 8th November 2006, 22:54

Originally Posted by skelstar

I still haven't forgiven you for not inviting me to the last gals ride Weaz.

Mehehehehehe.

We escaped.

Gals ride's can incorporate a male contigent at a later stage of the ride but needs to be male-less for a decent portion in order to be a Gals Ride. So perhaps next time we'll hoon over the hill and around a back road and then meet you lads for more of a ride half way eh?

I was impressed up at the trackday at the number of gals that were out on pretty big sportsbikes! Good to see since it seems most are usually on less "aggressive"/sporty bikes.

**Alice** · 9th November 2006, 09:51

Lisa,
I do not have anymore riding experience than you, all I have done is the rider training course to get my learners.Its sorta scary the thought of launching into traffic with no more experience than that.I got friends who live in a quite settlement on the coast so I am going to get bike to there house then start riding from there on some quite country roads.I have a background in racing mountain and road bikes so I am hoping this is going to help me when on the motorbike.
The helmets are expensive, but in the end I thought fuk it, I am not going to ride around with a heavy piece of plastic on my head.Something lighter and more aerodynamic has got to feel more comfortable. About your helmet, go on, go back and ask them to get the one you want to try, then you will be happy with your final decision.You should be able to get one to fit.

Skeltar,
thanks for that, I had discovered that thread and will be interested to meet up with them when I have some confidence riding.Gonna check out that web cam in mo !

**Lissa** · 9th November 2006, 09:55

Too right! The thought of going out in traffic is kinda scary to me too.. weeeeee but it will be fun learning... got to get myself a nice, friendly, silly person from KB or the rapa to go riding with me at some stage too... and of course riding with the chicks will be great too.

There are lots of people on KB who will help you out Alice.. with your riding.

I thought about getting a lighter helmet as well... but I can always get something later on down the track. Also going to get some draggin cargo pants, (hopefully) they look really cool and comfortable.

**skelstar** · 9th November 2006, 09:56

Originally Posted by Alice

I have a background in racing mountain and road bikes so I am hoping this is going to help me when on the motorbike.

I was in a similar position when I learnt to ride. I think that the mountain biking helped heaps in the low speed manouvring of the bike, and general balance etc. Road cycling helped with the traffic negotiation and general on road awareness. You will lready be in the 'everyone hasn't seen me yet' frame of mind.

Be aware that your positioning on the road will be a bit screwed up for a start. Despite recent grumblings about road cyclists you will be inclined to hide away on the left side of the road and hug the parked cars...you have to be bold and be in the right tyre track and own your part of the road.

Anyway, had some strong coffee and am a bit 'ranty'.

**Cajun** · 9th November 2006, 10:18

Originally Posted by Alice

Now gear for gals, what choice hu, (thats sarcasim) Anyway got that sorted.Chose a Shoei helmet, my size XS, only 2 colour choices avalible, matt black or gloss black! Aparently they do not bring many small helmets into NZ.Spoilt for choice again!I had my mind set on a particular helmet with graphics in shades of red/white cause I thought it would stand out better on road.I can get it, but not until Jan.No much use having a bike and no brain protecter so will give the waiting game a miss.Summer will be half over.So guess its gloss black which I like, but not prefered choice.It sort of blends into long afternoon shadows perfectly.

My wife had simlar problems she has ended up getting most of her gear from ebay at half what it would cost here. She had a suomy xs race rep helmet landed in country with in 7 working days. She also has ladys size 6 feet, which she hasn't really been able to find boots that fit either, but ebay had them here with in 7 working days, and alpinestars