Learner Ride to Cape Reinga (20 November)

**English Kiwi** · 24th September 2011, 19:25

Hey guys,

we have another 2 newbies that are keen to come along, they'll need a bunk as well

This sounds like it's going to be a busy and awesome ride, I can see some great pic opportunities with all the bikes

Cheers

Becca

**LankyBastard** · 24th September 2011, 19:27

Originally Posted by Armi

Bike still needs to be fixed. Broken right rear set and I can't get it off cause the way it has bent has seized the bolts to the brake lines.

Sounds like a job for George! (Motorcycle Doctor)

**Maha** · 24th September 2011, 19:29

Originally Posted by English Kiwi

Hey guys,

we have another 2 newbies that are keen to come along, they'll need a bunk as well

This sounds like it's going to be a busy and awesome ride, I can see some great pic opportunities with all the bikes

Cheers

Becca

Oh hell yeah...!
You guys may wanna room share?

**LankyBastard** · 24th September 2011, 19:42

Originally Posted by Maha

Oh hell yeah...!
You guys may wanna room share?

Yeh doesn't matter what room we're in

**Grant`** · 24th September 2011, 22:15

Is there actually sufficient room to house everybody?

There hasn't seemed to be a huge uptake in the idea of camping lol.

**Maha** · 25th September 2011, 19:02

Originally Posted by Grant`

Is there actually sufficient room to house everybody?

There hasn't seemed to be a huge uptake in the idea of camping lol.

So far yes, the place sleeps around 30 from memory?
Tenting would be ideal for those that want to.
Just look at the pic on post one...

The new managers take over on Tuesday, looks like we cant make it up there this weekend like we had planned, following weekend suits better.

**Newbi** · 25th September 2011, 20:17

Originally Posted by Maha

So far yes, the place sleeps around 30 from memory?
Tenting would be ideal for those that want to.
Just look at the pic on post one...

The new managers take over on Tuesday, looks like we cant make it up there this weekend like we had planned, following weekend suits better.

Is there a reason why the name of the place where we will be staying, hasn't been mentioned??

**Maha** · 26th September 2011, 06:02

Originally Posted by Newbi

Is there a reason why the name of the place where we will be staying, hasn't been mentioned??

Because we have not booked it yet, when we do, I will post a link to the place.
We cant book until the new managers take over (this tuesday)
And that should happen the weekend after next when we go and stay there for ourselves.
There are a couple of pics on the 1st post though.

**Newbi** · 26th September 2011, 08:26

Originally Posted by Maha

Because we have not booked it yet, when we do, I will post a link to the place.
We cant book until the new managers take over (this tuesday)
And that should happen the weekend after next when we go and stay there for ourselves.
There are a couple of pics on the 1st post though.

Oh right of course, my bad, I hope the weather behaves for that wknd, the beach photo looks awesome.

**Mom** · 26th September 2011, 08:29

Originally Posted by Newbi

Oh right of course, my bad, I hope the weather behaves for that wknd, the beach photo looks awesome.

The weather will be wonderful

Once we have been up there and looked at the units we will have configurations of beds/bunks/rooms etc, and hopefully some costs for staying and for food. The new Managers are friends of ours and have promised a good deal for us.

Personally I cant wait for Irenes hangi

**Maha** · 26th September 2011, 12:55

Keep in mind the tank bags on offer to those who can put them to use.

**blue rider** · 26th September 2011, 19:54

Originally Posted by Maha

Keep in mind the tank bags on offer to those who can put them to use.

there are tank bags on offer? care to elaborate

**Maha** · 26th September 2011, 20:36

Originally Posted by swbarnett

Fancy another couple of "experienced riders along? Sounds like a damn good trip with no pressure to break the sound barrier. My wife (boots) and I are keen if you'll have us.

Also, I've got a pair of Oxford soft panniers just lying around that I'd be keen to have go to a good home if anyone wants them. As the bike is my only transport I used them everyday for grocery shopping and the like. Still in pretty good nick. I don't need them as my new bike came with a full set of hard luggage.

Originally Posted by Maha

To add to swbarnetts offer for luggage at the top of this page, we have another tankbag that someone can use.
It zips together to form one and is 30cm in height and is magnetic.
The water bottle will give an idea of the height.
Yes yes the lawns need a mow, I am sure the man will be here this week....

Originally Posted by blue rider

there are tank bags on offer? care to elaborate

Check out the above posts for tank bags/soft luggage...
One tank bag has been snapped up by the singing chef.