Greymouth Street Race 20th Anniversary

**k14** · 1st November 2009, 11:51

I have put my race report up in the reports section here

**RDjase** · 3rd November 2009, 11:39

Originally Posted by dangerous

1st of all I'd like to thank a couple of people for making it possible for me to race the LC in posties.
Yowling, for his last minute mechanics which got the bike running, and for the fuel mix I didnt have cos I really didnt think I'd be racing that bike (will sort you out for that)
RDjase, for stripping the entire electrics from his bike and mailing them down, the stator was the issue.
One last thanks to Mrs DC and girls for taking care of our sprog while we raced.

Brilliant day, sun burnt to prove it, an exceptionally well run meeting which had me on the 2nd row all day. Great riding by Kevin Orr and James Hoogie. and I'd have to say that the last bucket race will most likely be the only time I will ever beat ALL 3 HOOGIES.

Glad to help out D . Great you got the bike sorted with 10 minutes to spare

**madmartin** · 10th November 2009, 20:12

Steve how's that collar bone? Have you had more x-rays yet?

**steve74** · 11th November 2009, 07:52

Hey marty

No mate, been to the doc, cant do sweet FA with it untill the bone heals. lots of bruising on my chest. Doctor concerned about soft tissue damage. The bone feels good, i can feel where its fused together but my trapezius muscle feels like someone is stabbing me from the inside out whenever i try lift it. x-rays again on the 22nov, one month from crash. Im lucky i just broke my collarbone, have you seen the video on you tube.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9btRGtT6cs

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KMPa0-SB23U

pretty damn embarrassing. i dont remember laying on my back, only my side? must have been knocked senseless

**k14** · 11th November 2009, 08:01

Any idea when the tv coverage might be shown?

**steve74** · 11th November 2009, 08:09

Just a quick update for those interested. We had our post race debrief last week and the committee were exceptionally happy with the event this year. we have addressed the issues on ambulance/fire on the circuit too soon, the odd flag marshal indiscretion and spectator access. All and all it was a great success. If anyone has any Constructive criticisms then dont be afraid to let me know. Rider and spectator input helps improve our event.

For the first time since 2005 we charged an entry fee. So we actually made a profit!!!! Once we pay all our flag marshals, set up crews and general accounts etc we intend reinvesting some money on our track safety. safety of riders and spectators is a high priority. We have also arranged for quotes for 40ft containers to use as walk overs to get people to and from the inner and outer circuit quicker, It will get rid of the time spent opening gate crossings and ultimately increase the number of laps for riders.

again, any constructive criticism - Steven_hyde74@hotmail.com
(*note underscore after steven, not a space)

I will table them at the next committee meeting

cheers, steve

**steve74** · 11th November 2009, 08:10

Originally Posted by k14

Any idea when the tv coverage might be shown?

Debbie has been hounding the production company, last i heard it sounded like it would be before xmas on TV3 ? Dont quote me on that, i will try find out more mate.

**phoenixgtr** · 11th November 2009, 08:56

Originally Posted by steve74

Hey marty

No mate, been to the doc, cant do sweet FA with it untill the bone heals. lots of bruising on my chest. Doctor concerned about soft tissue damage. The bone feels good, i can feel where its fused together but my trapezius muscle feels like someone is stabbing me from the inside out whenever i try lift it. x-rays again on the 22nov, one month from crash. Im lucky i just broke my collarbone, have you seen the video on you tube.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9btRGtT6cs

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KMPa0-SB23U

pretty damn embarrassing. i dont remember laying on my back, only my side? must have been knocked senseless

Now that's what I call going the extra mile to keep the spectators entertained. Well done Steve!!

**k14** · 11th November 2009, 10:18

Only improvement I would make is give the buckets twice as many races and let them use the motard section every second race!

**steve74** · 11th November 2009, 14:21

oh come on kirk, its hard enough rolling the dirt section in-between races let alone running a rake through it to remove stuck buckets

**madmartin** · 11th November 2009, 15:23

dude you proved em wrong, kiwi's CAN fly, good reason we don't tho huh?
I do hope things get better for you tho, it did look like a nasty break.

**steve74** · 11th November 2009, 16:11

NA, she'll be right mate, im a tough arse coaster

, The painfull bit was when i looked at the bike. Will see you in nelson, may not be on a bike, but will be there for sure!!

**nsrpaul** · 11th November 2009, 17:11

Originally Posted by steve74

NA, she'll be right mate, im a tough arse coaster

, The painfull bit was when i looked at the bike. Will see you in nelson, may not be on a bike, but will be there for sure!!

Top effort for airtime!!

hope its healing well and we will get some beers in the fridge ready for the port races

**dangerous** · 11th November 2009, 18:10

Originally Posted by steve74

pretty damn embarrassing. i dont remember laying on my back, only my side? must have been knocked senseless

OHHHHH, fark me dead... stop the vid clip at the right time and your a bloody legend man, serious air time and tumble, amazing how the body can compress... shit 3yrs of yoga and ya cant do that shit.