Dunedin rides

[Virago]

Okay, 12.30 at the Southern Tavern it is...

[Xaria]

especially now that I have lost the L plate.

Congratulations -the second one is from NightHawk

The first photo is of your last L plate practice, the second is the smile Virago and I saw at the cafe. It was so funny watching him pace and worry.

[Kemet]

Congratulations -the second one is from NightHawk

The first photo is of your last L plate practice, the second is the smile Virago and I saw at the cafe. It was so funny watching him pace and worry.

Is that the Ware Whare in the background of the second photo?

[Virago]

Is that the Ware Whare in the background of the second photo?

'Tis indeed. The crappiest cup of coffee available in Dunedin...

[Delphinus]

'Tis indeed. The crappiest cup of coffee available in Dunedin...

Surely you didn't have high expectations...

[Virago]

Surely you didn't have high expectations...

...Slightly higher than muddy dishwater.

Where were you this afternoon? Didn't see you at the Toy Run.

[Delphinus]

Ahh yes. That reminds me. Jantar and his Lube.

I had been working out cromwell racetrack friday and sat and didn't leave there till about 3ish, and noticed my chain was very dry.. turns out my scottoiler had run out, but figured Jantar would have some sort of lubricating substance, and sure enough he has the very stuff, scottoil, so we filled it up with that, threw a bit on the chain and good to go. Then had a nice cold drink (it was a fantastic day out there) and went on my way all lubed up

He said to tell you lot to drop in if you're going past.. He has drinks and lube aplenty!
Must suck not being able to ride in prime riding weather.....

[Virago]

Sounds like you've had a fun couple of days.

Yes indeed, I have myself partaken of the excellent hospitality at Chez Jantar / Stromfrau.

[Ruralman]

Not long home from Dunedin and came via Taieri Mouth and over the hill - they are getting well through the sealing process starting from the Taieri Mouth end. Theres only 5.6km of gravel left and by the looks of things they are going to start the next bit from the Waihola end up the big hill.
Takew it easy if you go for a look though cos theres a lot of loose stuff on many of the corners on the sealed section.
It will be a very popular loop once completed.
I was thinking that there is probably going to be an "official opening" ceremony sometime which I will hear about via my Council involvement - might be good to have a group contingent of motorcyclists ready to cruise through after the ribbon is cut. I'll keep my ears open.
Toy run was well supported again yesterday and great to be part of a big group like that.
Went up to Palmerston afterwards and stayed a bit long - got a bit wet and cold on the way back but I guess thats what the fancy riding gear is for ay

[Xaria]

Not long home from Dunedin and came via Taieri Mouth and over the hill - they are getting well through the sealing process starting from the Taieri Mouth end. Theres only 5.6km of gravel left and by the looks of things they are going to start the next bit from the Waihola end up the big hill.
Takew it easy if you go for a look though cos theres a lot of loose stuff on many of the corners on the sealed section.
It will be a very popular loop once completed.
I was thinking that there is probably going to be an "official opening" ceremony sometime which I will hear about via my Council involvement - might be good to have a group contingent of motorcyclists ready to cruise through after the ribbon is cut. I'll keep my ears open.

That sounds like it would be a good day out. Count me in for that ride.

[Ruralman]

That sounds like it would be a good day out. Count me in for that ride.

I heard you had a bit of bike trouble?? - Did you make it back to the rally??

[Xaria]

I'm having some issues with my chain, but I was staying in town anyway to do the ride right course. Met a couple of ladies who really need some practice on the road so I encouraged then to join KB

[Silverfern]

The toy run was so great, so many bikes of many different makes and models, and was I the only one there who thought the average age was 40+? Baby boomers rocking on along the highway! And it was lovely to see so many kids as well. Well done BRONZ organisers. Xaria, how did the course go on Sunday, you had a great day for it?

[Kemet]

The toy run was so great, so many bikes of many different makes and models, and was I the only one there who thought the average age was 40+? Baby boomers rocking on along the highway! And it was lovely to see so many kids as well. Well done BRONZ organisers. Xaria, how did the course go on Sunday, you had a great day for it?

I know I felt a "little" out-numbered.......

to the old folk!!

[GaZBur]

I know I felt a "little" out-numbered.......

to the old folk!!

I was there and is almost old folk at 49. Had my son on too! Have not been on one of your rides in this forum yet but will soon as I have been reading what you guys get up to.
Have been having fun on my bike but mostly racing, so if you are interested i have put some race reports in the DR650 thread. If anyone is interested I will let you know when OMCC events are on as spectators are usually free and who knows, you may want to have a go yourself.