Newsletter 08

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Hi Everybody,

Here comes newsletter 08!

SMC News -

Parking Tickets
We have had a council officer assigned to deal directly with our concerns and tickets following a recent short appearance on fairgo: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ATDPZ6QbrgI . So If you've recieved a ticket from outside the university or anywhere else in the city (in particular for wof / registration and displaying them when your vehicle does indeed have a current one) send me an email and i will follow it up on your behalf. This goes for any recent tickets you may have had to pay as the result of a similar 'administrative' error.

Learner Rides
Next sunday we'll be running a ride for learners/those new to the open road, likely north or northwest of Auckland. This will be an L plate friendly ride, suitable for a first group ride (not your first ride on the road, but a first ride on the open road in a group). So if you've gotten the hang of commuting on your toy but haven't yet gone on an actual ride, here's a good chance to do so without getting into trouble. L plates welcome, L plate pace. Other riders will mingle with the groups to ensure the pace is suitable and ensure a safe event for all involved. As usual, for this type of ride, the fine print is: "if we see any deliberate wheelies or needlessly reckless/dangerous behaviour you will be asked to kindly fuck off - this isn't a race". More down the page but you'll find all the info at http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/sh...ad.php?t=85121

Other Rides include a Coro Loop on the 21st (not L friendly), more on that below.

Friday Night Chiller
Every friday the club meets up in strata (post grad lounge on the top level of kate edgar) for a few drinks/chat/whatever. With uni finishing up for the semester, this friday may be the last at strata, after that we'll meet at various spots around Auckland, to find out where we'll be visit http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/sh...ad.php?t=64433

Bike Maintenance
Being students, we cant always afford what the shops charge. If your bike needs a bit of tlc, a service, or some minor repairs (no complete engine rebuilds, i'm talking steering head bearings, fork seals, brakes and that sort) and you'd like to learn to do it and save some cash in the process, flick me an email and we'll work it out. We dont charge but do accept donations towards the club trailer and, of course, beer.


Up & Coming events -

Motorbike Events - ---

Learner Ride
Date: Sunday 23rd November 2008
Where: North/Northwest
Meeting Point: Outside/Opposite the University Gym on Symonds St
Time: say 10am, depart 10:30... although this may be pushed back slightly depending on numbers. Plan on being back by 3.
Kiwibiker Thread: http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/sh...ad.php?t=85121
Contact: Andrew on 0274054213 or Stephen on 0212685528
Notes: Will be the usual pre-ride inspection (perv) of all machines & riders - so make sure those chains arent sagging and rusting! (if you dont know how adjust them reply to this email)
Gear is a must. Helmet, jacket & gloves all compulsory.


Coro Loop + BBQ
Date: Friday 21st November 2008
Where: Coromandel & the Loop
Meeting Point: Outside/Opposite the University Gym on Symonds St
Time: say 9am, depart by 9:30... although this may be pushed back if we sleep in
Kiwibiker Thread: http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/sh...ad.php?t=84941
Contact: Nish on 0273 232 289 or Stephen on 0212685528


Friday Night Chiller
Date: Every Friday
Where: Strata, Top floor of Kate Edgar / Around Auckland post exam time.
Meeting Point: As above
Time: Chiller usually starts at around 4-5pm, runs till late.
Kiwibiker Thread (up to date plans can be found here):
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/sh...ad.php?t=64433


Scooters & Mopeds Events - ---
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Sponsors -

Head over to Wild West Honda, ask for Don,
3018 Great North Road, New Lynn, Auckland
Ph: 09 825 0011
www.wildwesthonda.co.nz
Mention you are UoA SMC member and they will price you accordingly.

Quasimoto
Ph: 07 855 0784
www.quasimoto.co.nz
10% off all stock excluding clearance items.


Cheers,
SMC Committee
Stephen - 021 268 5528
Nish - 0273 232 289
Hanne - 021 057 0749

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