On behalf of 86gsxr.....

[sarahtvet]

Went for a nice little ride today,

Me too So thought I would give you all a mini ride report.
Second session with the Aussies was more of a ride than any sort of lesson. Rode to carpark on 250 then had a play with the 400 doing figure 8's emerg stops ect, then off for an explore
First to 'The Panorama' ,no surprise,it was a hill with panoramic views over the Gold Coast and out to sea, bit hazy unfortunately but pics came out OK.
The road up there was lovely and windy with a 45 degree gradient so that made coming back down all the more interesting. Nick chose it for the view,bends, dips and crests and the numerous potholes etc, wanted to see if I had been paying attention
We then went to Hinze dam which is the water supply for the Gold Coast and only about 45 % full, better than the Brisbane one which is down to 12% and limiting my time in the shower.
Another windy fun road with some gravel and patches of water and potholes so all good practice and it went well. Great to be getting on some interesting roads so I can enjoy the track etc when I get back
There was even a coffee stop there but we resisted.

I lead part of the way home but frankly didn't have a clue where I was so luckily it was simple
Must have been learning about directions from Cowboyz

Good news is I would have passed if I had been taking a test so guess that means I'm doing OK.
400/600 sport bike is our next plan and he is dreaming up a scenic trip to do which will challenge me a bit more.
A long way to go but think I have found a good bunch to warm up with and they are at least willing to let me take their bigger bikes out. Nick, the instructor, did jokingly offer me his Z1000 and then paniced when I said that was fine after I warmed up on the 600.

He is thinking of coming over with his missus to tour south island so I suggested he get on KB and maybe come along with us. More the merrier

Today reminded me of you all and I know you would have had fun on those roads, all be it a little faster than I did, being quick isn't everything so they tell me

[Meanie]

Me too So thought I would give you all a mini ride report.
Second session with the Aussies was more of a ride than any sort of lesson. Rode to carpark on 250 then had a play with the 400 doing figure 8's emerg stops ect, then off for an explore
First to 'The Panorama' ,no surprise,it was a hill with panoramic views over the Gold Coast and out to sea, bit hazy unfortunately but pics came out OK.
The road up there was lovely and windy with a 45 degree gradient so that made coming back down all the more interesting. Nick chose it for the view,bends, dips and crests and the numerous potholes etc, wanted to see if I had been paying attention
We then went to Hinze dam which is the water supply for the Gold Coast and only about 45 % full, better than the Brisbane one which is down to 12% and limiting my time in the shower.
Another windy fun road with some gravel and patches of water and potholes so all good practice and it went well. Great to be getting on some interesting roads so I can enjoy the track etc when I get back
There was even a coffee stop there but we resisted.

I lead part of the way home but frankly didn't have a clue where I was so luckily it was simple
Must have been learning about directions from Cowboyz

Good news is I would have passed if I had been taking a test so guess that means I'm doing OK.
400/600 sport bike is our next plan and he is dreaming up a scenic trip to do which will challenge me a bit more.
A long way to go but think I have found a good bunch to warm up with and they are at least willing to let me take their bigger bikes out. Nick, the instructor, did jokingly offer me his Z1000 and then paniced when I said that was fine after I warmed up on the 600.

He is thinking of coming over with his missus to tour south island so I suggested he get on KB and maybe come along with us. More the merrier

Today reminded me of you all and I know you would have had fun on those roads, all be it a little faster than I did, being quick isn't everything so they tell me

Sounds like you had a good day,thanks for the sharing with us, i am a little concerned however that they remind you of us, we are much better at sport than they are
I trust your enjoying the sunshine while we dodge the rain drops

[86GSXR]

Nice read thanks Sarah, sounds great! I can't wait to try out some overseas roads either

I took advantage of my first cross country flight for ages yesterday to check out some of those great looking roads up Fordell, Marton, Otairi way, and I'm going to come up with a damn good day ride for us all to try out over the next few weeks

[chanceyy]

I took advantage of my first cross country flight for ages yesterday to check out some of those great looking roads up Fordell, Marton, Otairi way, and I'm going to come up with a damn good day ride for us all to try out over the next few weeks

yipeeeee .. .. another great ride planned

[sarahtvet]

Sounds like you had a good day,thanks for the sharing with us, i am a little concerned however that they remind you of us, we are much better at sport than they are
I trust your enjoying the sunshine while we dodge the rain drops

No don't worry the Aussies don't remind me of you!! God the drivers are scary and so many idiots on bikes in tshirts and shorts and jandals even when it is cold. Makes me cringe.

I meant the windy roads and going out for a good ride in good company brought you all to my mind. Not as damp as the Wellie trip though.

You would have loved the weather and the terrain. Even Cowboyz wouldn't have got cold!!!

Another 4 hour play booked so can't wait
Have a fab time at the weekend, I will keep everything crossed for the weather for you all

[sarahtvet]

Nice read thanks Sarah, sounds great! I can't wait to try out some overseas roads either

I took advantage of my first cross country flight for ages yesterday to check out some of those great looking roads up Fordell, Marton, Otairi way, and I'm going to come up with a damn good day ride for us all to try out over the next few weeks

Sounds like a fine idea, looking forward to it!!

[Meanie]

No don't worry the Aussies don't remind me of you!! God the drivers are scary and so many idiots on bikes in tshirts and shorts and jandals even when it is cold. Makes me cringe.

I meant the windy roads and going out for a good ride in good company brought you all to my mind. Not as damp as the Wellie trip though.

You would have loved the weather and the terrain. Even Cowboyz wouldn't have got cold!!!

Another 4 hour play booked so can't wait
Have a fab time at the weekend, I will keep everything crossed for the weather for you all

Ahhhh sunshine, dry and winding roads now i,m a little jealous