AWNR - Auckland Wednesday Night Ride

**TRAINING WHEELS** · 15th August 2007, 10:01

go the girls..... we rock

**EJK** · 15th August 2007, 10:59

Originally Posted by Aa7

forecast for tomorrow night is clear so hope to see a few more people up there tomorrow. thanks to all involved for doing these rides

Some moderate breeze can be expected tho

**Aa7** · 15th August 2007, 12:41

Originally Posted by EJKDDORAI

Some moderate breeze can be expected tho

and the problem with that is???? in your sig you say you dont mind strong winds so why the issue over moderate breezes? nothing better to get your skills up than real world situations IMO. the only way you will stop fearing rain and wind is if you ride in them and learn how it affects your riding speeds and style. A good ride in the rain and wind can still be almost as much fun and enjoyable as all day sun and gentle breezes.

Originally Posted by Big Dog

Suggestions, calling all suggestions!
I have some vague ideas for tommorow but if you have anything in specific then speak now or forever hold your peace - or at least until next week.

not sure what you have covered so far Big Dog but maybe riding in rain and wind tips could be helpful for some it sounds like. also some tips for riding at night?!?! perfect time for covering that

maybe cover different riding positions and the use of your knees and elbows to reduce fatigue / riding comfort, target fixation, safe and effective braking, keeping your levers covered etc... as for cone work i have no idea

i will just rely on your Obi Wan skills to come up with something that we all need to know ahahaha

**EJK** · 15th August 2007, 14:52

Originally Posted by Aa7

and the problem with that is???? in your sig you say you dont mind strong winds so why the issue over moderate breezes? nothing better to get your skills up than real world situations IMO. the only way you will stop fearing rain and wind is if you ride in them and learn how it affects your riding speeds and style. A good ride in the rain and wind can still be almost as much fun and enjoyable as all day sun and gentle breezes.

haha good point. I'll see you tonight ey?

**Morcs** · 15th August 2007, 16:54

Ill tootle along to give a hand tonight. will most likely see y'all at albany.

**Busy** · 15th August 2007, 17:05

Just be careful all thats coming along tonight (well anyone riding tonight), those wind gusts can be cold and nasty, makes lane splitting and motorway riding a life and death thing.

I've just come over greenhithe and down the north western and was blown around a lot, about to get the thermals on so can stay warm(ish) tonight

**Morcs** · 15th August 2007, 17:21

Originally Posted by Busy

Just be careful all thats coming along tonight (well anyone riding tonight), those wind gusts can be cold and nasty, makes lane splitting and motorway riding a life and death thing.

I've just come over greenhithe and down the north western and was blown around a lot, about to get the thermals on so can stay warm(ish) tonight

bah. ill be splitting up the northern, with a pillion, on my pocket bike :P

hehe...

**fireball** · 15th August 2007, 17:37

me and lilsel are going to be nanas tonight i was out in the wind earlier and looking at the forcast id rather stay dry and warm may see you guys next week have fun! ride safe the weather is only going to get worse before it gets better

**EJK** · 23rd August 2007, 18:00

Whoah! Last night was awesome! (Finally I tell the story since the site is back on).

hehe my first time on the Bridge lol It wasn't that windy last night thankfully

After going down the bridge and when I was changing to lane 4, I almost hit a car behind me

In the other hand it makes me mad

When I indicated Right, He/They accelerated

Well I got home in one piece at least

It was a good ride~ I learn many things every AWNMR

So I say we need more newbies and learners!

**TRAINING WHEELS** · 23rd August 2007, 22:59

Originally Posted by EJKDDORAI

Whoah! Last night was awesome! (Finally I tell the story since the site is back on).

hehe my first time on the Bridge lol It wasn't that windy last night thankfully

After going down the bridge and when I was changing to lane 4, I almost hit a car behind me

Well I got home in one piece at least

It was a good ride~ I learn many things every AWNMR

So I say we need more newbies and learners!

Well done on the bridge

(although going done on a bridge would not be much fun for all involved

)...yea you have to watch thoes cages from time to time

Hope to see you soon at the next one.

Thank you to all that take time out of there wednesday nights to help us newbies develop skills and confidence to make our riding safe for all who are around us

**trump-lady** · 24th August 2007, 12:43

Just wanted to say a quick thankyou to the organizers. This is a great thing and very helpful. I learnt alot and def appreciate the time and thought. I will be there next week.

**Maha** · 24th August 2007, 12:58

Originally Posted by EJKDDORAI

After going down the bridge and when I was changing to lane 4, I almost hit a car behind me

Is it Legal to change lanes on the bridge???....(i know i do it) but is it legal?, always thought you choose a lanes stay in it, be interested to hear if that is the case or has the law changed over the years.

**Rhino** · 25th August 2007, 10:47

Originally Posted by maha man

Is it Legal to change lanes on the bridge???....(i know i do it) but is it legal?, always thought you choose a lanes stay in it, be interested to hear if that is the case or has the law changed over the years.

The lanes are marked with broken white lines, so I would say that it was legal. If they were solid lines, then no.

**Busy** · 25th August 2007, 11:51

Big Dog deserves a big Thank you for putting up with us each week.
There are usually several different experienced riders each week, but Big Dog is part of the foundation, there rain or shine and always offering that little bit more to each person to improve themselves.
Thanks dude