East Cape Adventure. Jan 21/22 2012. Who's keen?

**kiwipeet** · 10th January 2012, 19:08

Originally Posted by Waihou Thumper

I am out but thanks for the chance to at least consider it...

Sorry to hear that Mark.

Maybe next time.

**Steelie** · 10th January 2012, 21:15

Originally Posted by clint640

7am We'll be rolling. Turn up a bit earlier if you want a coffee. If you want to come stay the Fri night you are welcome.

Cheers
Clint

Thanks Clint, will most likely take you up on that offer and come down friday night and stay.

**kiwipeet** · 13th January 2012, 08:13

Woohoo!!!!

I spoke with the Forestry Manager this morning and he seems happy with it. There is still some organising to do but I won't bore you with the details.

There are a few conditions we need to follow when we enter/exit the forest which are really just common sense and a courtesy to the Forestry co. I'll explain to everyone on the day.

However, there is a serious and genuine concern about the fire risk. If your bike has a removable spark arrestor please make sure it is fitted.

Also, if you happen to own a small fire extinguisher, can you please bring it with you. The more we have the better.

**Shewolf** · 13th January 2012, 09:05

well done that man

I have a small FE picked up in the Repco sale at Xmas, will chuck it in somewhere

**kiwipeet** · 18th January 2012, 21:28

Hmm Advrider is down for today. So I'll add this here for now.

So. For those staying at my parents house: A car has now been removed from the Shed, so there is a lockable garage for securing the bikes overnight.

Also it seems we have found a few more inflatable beds and some stretchers. If you have a convenient bedroll or matt please bring it. However if you don't have anything suitable, we should be able to find something for you.

I'm assuming most will arrive at either house with enough time to unload unnecessary items. (allow 10 min to get from house to meeting point).

For those running late: If you're cutting it fine, just meet us at the departure point at Makaraka, I will have a vehicle to collect any gear you don't want to carry for the day.

edit: A few have said they're arriving on Friday, (Brian & Sue, Brainflex, justabum.) but anyone who wants to stay Friday night is welcome.

**BMWST?** · 18th January 2012, 21:47

you doing a fantastic job here mate.I wont be able to make it,xmas trip (ferry,hotel,two tyres for cage=seriously depleted piggy bank)

**Box'a'bits** · 19th January 2012, 06:30

Unfortunately I won't be there either. Waiting on parts from the UK.

**Brian B** · 19th January 2012, 06:36

Originally Posted by kiwipeet

Hmm Advrider is down for today. So I'll add this here for now.

So. For those staying at my parents house: A car has now been removed from the Shed, so there is a lockable garage for securing the bikes overnight.

Also it seems we have found a few more inflatable beds and some stretchers. If you have a convenient bedroll or matt please bring it. However if you don't have anything suitable, we should be able to find something for you.

I'm assuming most will arrive at either house with enough time to unload unnecessary items. (allow 10 min to get from house to meeting point).

For those running late: If you're cutting it fine, just meet us at the departure point at Makaraka, I will have a vehicle to collect any gear you don't want to carry for the day.

edit: A few have said they're arriving on Friday, (Brian & Sue, Brainflex, justabum.) but anyone who wants to stay Friday night is welcome.

A slight change of plan. We won't be there Friday night as I'm ridng over with Dave and camping the night on the way. Sue is driving over Saturday, I'll meet up with her after the ride and get her to your parents place.

Your doing an awesome job of organising all of this.

**Night Falcon** · 19th January 2012, 17:33

It's gonna be touch an go for me, new sprokets and chain been delayed but should be here tomorrow morning so hopefully get them fitted tomorow night and head off early satdee. All going well myself and hangman should be at the meeting point before 11am. looking to stay in motel close by for saturday night then we'll probably crusie back to the bay on sunday via some gravel.

**Brainflex** · 19th January 2012, 19:30

Sorry, I cannot make it, mixed up my weekends.

**kiwipeet** · 19th January 2012, 21:43

Originally Posted by Brian B

A slight change of plan. We won't be there Friday night as I'm ridng over with Dave and camping the night on the way. Sue is driving over Saturday, I'll meet up with her after the ride and get her to your parents place.

Your doing an awesome job of organising all of this.

Sue is welcome to go straight to the parents place and park up. There should be someone there all day.

If Sue gets lost or needs directions, she can call Alison or Rob on 867 4526.

Originally Posted by Brainflex

Sorry, I cannot make it, mixed up my weekends.

Sorry to hear that. mebbe next time.