KB Rally - 2009. Suggestions as to where to hold it.

[T.W.R]

If the southerners need an extra day to get there, and an extra day to get home. And are prepared to do so, then so should those norf of there...

But some southerners aren't prepared to do so & have winged the same song before and some north of the ditch have willingly done so on a far grander scale to attend

[JMemonic]

Hopefully we shall be able to attend this year, I would like to just add the dates for the Burt Munro are out 27-29 November.

[sels1]

why not create a Norf Island KB Bash...on the same weekend....

N.I ones are earlier in the year. Last years one was Turangi on QB weekend.

A thought for all thinkig of location, location.
The last two events were held in places that were islolated enough that we did not disturb any neigbours, because there werent any!

Denniston! How about Denniston?????

[FJRider]

A thought for all thinkig of location, location.
The last two events were held in places that were islolated enough that we did not disturb any neigbours, because there werent any!
To go to a camp/towm/location that is populated means that we cant have a bit pit fire and party till 3am! Half the fun of the Southern KB'ers bash is that we can get loose and nobody can judge us, or complain.
Seeking out a location that fits this parameter was the reason That I suggested Kopara.
You want a good party, or a mediocer one.
Ok, Kopara is at the end of 17+ks of gravel road, but the road condition is better than most state highways. So dont worry about your bikes getting stones in the drive belts,farings, or any other little place that could be nasty.
Ys there will be other places as good, some better.
but i ask
What does the site need to have to fill the needs of 60+ rowdy bikes on the loose for a couple of nights.

Anything in the Mount Lyford area Subbie ...???

[FJRider]

But some southerners aren't prepared to do so & have winged the same song before and some north of the ditch have willingly done so on a far grander scale to attend

As always in the grand scheme of things, there will be people unhappy with the final decision. Such is life. But as been posted, this is a south island KB event. Let the southerners decide, I imagine all areas will get their chance eventually...

[T.W.R]

As always in the grand scheme of things, there will be people unhappy with the final decision. Such is life. But as been posted, this is a south island KB event. Let the southerners decide, I imagine all areas will get their chance eventually...

haven't heard that at all before chump maybe you should have been around when the 1st event was planned out to get an idea of the intention of the whole thing

[cruza]

+1 for kopara

Not really a shingle road as such , nothing for road bikes to worry about. Thought I saw It up for sale again a while back, so may have to check thats it actually avail? .

Nelson creek pub down the road is a hummer as well.

[Skyryder]

A I mentioned before...my choice would be seddonville...


Maybe the fact that I now reside up norf means I may not be welcome...

This place. http://www.gentleannie.co.nz/
Not too far away from Seddonville and close to the Mokihinui River.

Has cabins etc.


Skyyryder

[MyGSXF:Me]

Some possibilities:

Red Deer Lodge (Nelson Lakes)

Matakitaki Lodge (Murcheson)

Nelson Creek Pub & campground (near Greymouth)

Owen River pub & campground (inbetween Murch & Nelson)

Mokihinui camp (North of Westport)

Kopara (up the road from Nelson Creek.. as Subike said.. the gravel is nothing to worry bout.. tis flat & smooth as)

[far queue]

Some possibilities:
Owen River pub & campground (inbetween Murch & Nelson)

This place has a nice sound to it but ...

Kopara (up the road from Nelson Creek.. as Subike said.. the gravel is nothing to worry bout.. tis flat & smooth as)

... this is still my choice so far. It's the isolation that appeals

[MyGSXF:Me]

This place has a nice sound to it but ...

Thought you'd like that one!!!

[Okey Dokey]

Sadly, I don't think Mapua is "clothing optional" any longer.

[oldrider]

Sadly, I don't think Mapua is "clothing optional" any longer.

MMmmmm, I believe you might be right about that! John.

[xknuts]

The last THREE events were held in places that were islolated enough that we did not disturb any neigbours, because there werent any!
To go to a camp/towm/location that is populated means that we cant have a bit pit fire and party till 3am! Half the fun of the Southern KB'ers bash is that we can get loose and nobody can judge us, or complain.
Seeking out a location that fits this parameter was the reason That I suggested Kopara.
You want a good party, or a mediocer one.
Ok, Kopara is at the end of 17+ks of gravel road, but the road condition is better than most state highways. So dont worry about your bikes getting stones in the drive belts,farings, or any other little place that could be nasty.
Ys there will be other places as good, some better.
but i ask
What does the site need to have to fill the needs of 60+ rowdy bikes on the loose for a couple of nights.

Dave, You picked the parameters required perfectly. As per the gravel option, personally I don't mind but some rejected it last time when I suggested the Fox Peak Ski Lodge which had only 8kms of hard packed gravel.
Suffice to say Tarmac to the door means more KB'ers.

Skyrider suggests "Gentle Annie", which at $25 per head is great for 25 beds only BUT the cost increases with use of the other cottage accommodation.
We had 69 booked for Danseys Pass BUT only 43 ??? showed (was there an official count?)
Don't count on the numbers signing in actually arriving. This is hard on pre booking a day ride lunch meal where numbers are sometimes important.

So, lets keep the ideas coming in prior to a poll starting.
I believe Shrek and others may do a reconnasance of the NW Westland area!!!

[oldrider]

I don't care where it's held, as long as I get to ride my bike!

Two out of three so far I have only ridden 40 miles (70km) to get there!

Has anyone suggested Fairwell Spit yet? John.