Adventure ho!!

**Big Dog** · 29th February 2008, 21:10

Originally Posted by Mcduck5n

Ok. I am for the ride. I am. i am also remembering when i went on spirit of NZ we got told 'if there is any injury caused by a mast on this ship THE CONCEPT is dead for ever, so be careful.'

Outward bound would also have similar safety problems. Do they want to be associated with a ride that somebody is killed or injured on? Just keep it in mind...

This has of course been considered.
Probability if injury or death? I would imagine less than a typical weekend away one up on the Katana.
Given the lower average speed, the team work etc.

This will mostly be about mental challenge rather than physical demand.
Pretty much anything should be able to make it the paltry 1,000 km's.

If you have genuine queries rather than a desire to troll and ruin the fun for everyone else I suggest you do so in a more positive / constructive manner.

**fireball** · 29th February 2008, 21:10

Originally Posted by Mcduck5n

Ok. I am for the ride. I am. i am also remembering when i went on spirit of NZ we got told 'if there is any injury caused by a mast on this ship THE CONCEPT is dead for ever, so be careful.'

Outward bound would also have similar safety problems. Do they want to be associated with a ride that somebody is killed or injured on? Just keep it in mind...

i have had it with you. stop your bitching and moaning if you dont like it fuck off we are not here to look after you, no one is making you do this and stop trying to make this into a negative thing i am putting a lot of effort and time into this and im not going to let you screw it up, and yes this is so worth the infraction im likely to get.

**Big Dog** · 29th February 2008, 21:17

Originally Posted by Mcduck5n

What we need to remember is we need to represent the organization we are supporting. Having fun, in a manner that stretches our understanding and self believes in the wilds of NZ. I dont know what outward bound are like, and if i am not suitable for the ride given the questions i am asking then so be it.

No one has said you are not welcome.
We have however questioned how much you will enjoy such a caper.

**fireball** · 29th February 2008, 21:23

Originally Posted by Mcduck5n

I have outlined my position in a PM to fireball.

and now that has been dealt with get this back on topic please

**fireball** · 29th February 2008, 21:27

so how is everyone going with getting sponsors and ideas on who to approach?

and about accommodation up north any progress?

**Badger8** · 29th February 2008, 21:28

Originally Posted by Mcduck5n

My dad has a high vis vest with 'safty inspecter, could i wear that on the 'ride?'

Hi-vis is Hi-vis, the point being that's it's Hi-vis

I'll be wearing one from work with our logo on it, and have several from various jobs that i can lend out if needed.

Actually, just had a thought. if it's got it in big letters all across the back, might not be so suitable

I can lend you a plain one if needed, not a problemo

**Big Dog** · 29th February 2008, 21:29

Originally Posted by fireball

i have had it with you. stop your bitching and moaning if you dont like it fuck off we are not here to look after you, no one is making you do this and stop trying to make this into a negative thing i am putting a lot of effort and time into this and im not going to let you screw it up, and yes this is so worth the infraction im likely to get.

Exactly what Outward Bound is all about if I recall... finding safety in teamwork while the guides leave you largely to your own devices beyond a schedule.

Correct me if I am wrong but there is very little "hand holding".

**Badger8** · 29th February 2008, 21:33

Originally Posted by fireball

so how is everyone going with getting sponsors and ideas on who to approach?

and about accommodation up north any progress?

I've never been much good with getting sponsors for stuff... to me it always sounds like "i'm doing somethin stupid, giz some money for it will ya?"
i know that's not it at all, i just suck at that sorta thing

No joy on the accommodation front at this stage. i might be able to get us a front lawn in kerikeri, but is dependent on too many factors to say yes at this stage. Something closer to kaitaia way would probably be more suited anyways, closer to the cape for the up-and-down jaunt on sat, the more time for photo's and shenanigans the better

**fireball** · 29th February 2008, 21:36

Originally Posted by Badger8

I can lend you a plain one if needed, not a problemo

LilSel has a few plain ones they are not hard to get and are cheap as chips if you the right people....

**FROSTY:Me** · 29th February 2008, 21:39

My only question--Is there such a thing as an Innapropriate bike?
at 16 I was touring rhe NI on a honda CB100--80km/h flat out

**Badger8** · 29th February 2008, 21:41

Originally Posted by FROSTY

My only question--Is there such a thing as an Innapropriate bike?
at 16 I was touring rhe NI on a honda CB100--80km/h flat out

Sounds like the perfect bike for this caper!

**fireball** · 29th February 2008, 21:46

Originally Posted by Mcduck5n

So will i need to bring my car up or dose somebody have a van with a tow ball? I can bring my car, i will need a trailer for broken bikes tho, and it will be slow, car only a 1.6, how appropriate lol

at this stage i have had 2 offers to drive tail end, i would rather have someone on board with mechanical skills as i would rather all bikes get there and back not just thrown onto a trailer its all about over coming adversary as it happens, ya know an adventure?

also BigDog you are right at Outward Bound there is no hand holding, they break you then rebuild you into a better person using the outdoors and challenge as tools for shaping you into a better person.
if you want to know more go visit www.outwardbound.co.nz
all you need to know is there!!