Paeroa BOTS 18 February 2007

[Highlander]

OK back ta poor old "Point 9". "Point 9" was the Pirelli Hairpin. ...At one stage some pissed prats had pinched the Marshalls' fire extinguishers and was firing them off. ... The Police were called for but were slow ta get there (probably not their fault as they were probably dealing with trouble elsewhere).

Police were on the other side of the road outside the Hotel at the time. Dipstick had done a runner well before they got over the road and left his mates to talk to the coppers.

[Edbear]

That was Paul Brown on a Husaberg 650.... had a few practise rides with him around Coro with him on his race bike.....Top man, had a broken face tho after being clipped by a steel bar whilst working under a bulldozer
Didnt slow him down none tho

I got RESPECT for these guys! That's tough!

I just stood there at the sheer speed down the straights! He was faster than all the other Motards by a margin! I'd heard about how quick these bikes are but until you see it for yourself... Noticed the one-armed guy as well, he did well and like OAB I'd hate to give him and armwrestle! Takes real strength to race a bike like that!

Again, what a great day and I'm sure we'll be at the next! Was amazed and real pleased that the Missus loved the day too! Especially the antics of the sidecars! Looks like Darby and Joan got things in common we can enjoy without the kids! (Mind you, the kids may want to come along next time too...Son-in-Law is drooling over our new bike and wants one... )