Motorcycle Sprints - 30 Sept and 25 Nov 2007

**skelstar** · 26th September 2007, 20:09

Originally Posted by farm monkey

What time does this finish and can i turn up and pay on the day.

Sure can! ...and it generally goes until about 4pm.

**limbimtimwim** · 26th September 2007, 20:26

But to get your moneys worth, show up as early as you can. You'll get more runs than you can probably handle if you get there nice and early. It also makes it easier for those doing the paperwork to churn through everyone at the beginning of the day.

**GSVR** · 28th September 2007, 09:25

If its a day like today on Sunday I'll head down for a look. If anyones else is interested or heading down give me a PM. Will take the scenic route.

**Coyote** · 28th September 2007, 20:27

I'm planning to head over this weekend to enter the VFR. Just wondering, would I have to pay extra/be allowed to take 1 run on my minimoto?

**Deano** · 28th September 2007, 20:33

Originally Posted by Coyote

I'm planning to head over this weekend to enter the VFR. Just wondering, would I have to pay extra/be allowed to take 1 run on my minimoto?

Would you need the whole 2km run up for the flying ?

**Paul in NZ** · 28th September 2007, 21:08

Originally Posted by Deano

Would you need the whole 2km run up for the flying ?

Well I dunno how fit he is but I'd be rooted after running 2km with a mini moto under my arm

**Steam** · 29th September 2007, 10:04

SO what happens if you go too fast? Will your eyes fall out? is it possible to breathe at high speeds?
But seriously now, what will happen to my bike?
Bad things?
I know some bikes suffer from 'valve bounce' but I suppose on modern-ish bikes the revs have a limiter to stop getting to that point.

**Str8 Jacket** · 29th September 2007, 10:59

Originally Posted by Steam

SO what happens if you go too fast? Will your eyes fall out? is it possible to breathe at high speeds?
But seriously now, what will happen to my bike?
Bad things?
I know some bikes suffer from 'valve bounce' but I suppose on modern-ish bikes the revs have a limiter to stop getting to that point.

JUST BLOODY DO IT!! I am, and if a *girl* can then you can

**Steam** · 29th September 2007, 12:37

Originally Posted by Str8 Jacket

JUST BLOODY DO IT!! I am, and if a *girl* can then you can

I'm volunteering for marshalling tomorrow, but one day I will try it.

**Hawkeye** · 29th September 2007, 12:59

Originally Posted by Hawkeye

I may be available to help with the sizzle or marshalling etc.
Currently planning to attend as hopefully, Plugz 4 Lugz are going to be there so I can get a pair of ear plugs made.
Also just want to hang with like minded people for the day and watch the fun.

Don't think the bike (or the body) is up to joining in.

Hey Sorry Deano, something has cropped up and it doesn't look I am going to make it. Pitty because I was looking forward to it.

**Coyote** · 29th September 2007, 15:47

Originally Posted by Deano

Would you need the whole 2km run up for the flying ?

If everyone has the patience for it

Don't think I can take it anyway. Bunjying it to the pillion seat would only chip paint like the scooter wheel I took over the rimutakas did.

**Steam** · 29th September 2007, 18:45

Oooh, the weather is not looking too flash.
I guess I'll get up and check this thread first thing tomorrow morning to see if there are any changes? What time do you think you will make an announcement, Deano?

For Masterton Sunday: Brief afternoon rain. Strong northwesterly.
Severe weather warning for Wellington: A period of severe northerly gales is expected on Sunday. In the 12 hours from 6am to 6pm Sunday northerly wind gusts of 120 km/h are likely.

I defy thee, weather!

**RantyDave** · 29th September 2007, 19:17

Anyone know what the story is with back protectors? I have some thin armour in my leathers but it more resembles a piece of cardboard than anything that would prevent my back from snapping. Likewise I was loaned one by my neighbour, but that more resembles a really thick piece of cardboard - like, DVD case thickness.

Would that be OK? Is there likely to be a surplus of such things? Clearly I'm not planning on falling off anyway

Dave

**Deano** · 29th September 2007, 21:14

I will post an update about the weather etc at about 7.00am.

Ranty - there will be back protectors for hire at $10, or someone may lend you one. The thick cardboard model doesn't sound like it would cut it, but bring it over and we can check it out.