DB1k 08 - aka Dusty Butt 08

**NordieBoy** · 15th November 2007, 16:36

Originally Posted by cooneyr

I'll take you round the bit that will almost certainly be done in the dark.

Unless they're with me on the 2-dayer, then it'll be nice bright sunshine

**Transalper** · 15th November 2007, 16:56

Originally Posted by NordieBoy

Unless they're with me on the 2-dayer, then it'll be nice bright sunshine

Are you working on a plan of your own then? Care to share?

**NordieBoy** · 15th November 2007, 17:38

There's been some interest in a 2-day version for those afraid of the dark.
I'd mentioned I'd be up for it and have had some PM's to the same effect.

My idea is to start from Nelson at the same time and stop off at St Arnaud (probably around 7pm - There's a pub there

) and off again at 6-7am or so the next day.

Anyone that has problems on the main run will be able to drop back and join us if for any reason (mechanical/physical) they can't finish it off in one go.
Also the confidence that at least for the first half there'll be people coming through only a couple of hours later if they get into trouble.

Also means that if a 2-dayer feels good/better than they thought they have the option of just continuing on for the 2nd half.

If the 2-dayers all pike out before the event then I'll do the full version but would feel much better on my first time through the Porika/Maruia/Braeburn/Dry Weather road etc in light (and I want to get more photos).

**Zukin** · 15th November 2007, 18:14

Originally Posted by NordieBoy

There's been some interest in a 2-day version for those afraid of the dark.
I'd mentioned I'd be up for it and have had some PM's to the same effect.

My idea is to start from Nelson at the same time and stop off at St Arnaud (probably around 7pm - There's a pub there

) and off again at 6-7am or so the next day.

Anyone that has problems on the main run will be able to drop back and join us if for any reason (mechanical/physical) they can't finish it off in one go.
Also the confidence that at least for the first half there'll be people coming through only a couple of hours later if they get into trouble.

Also means that if a 2-dayer feels good/better than they thought they have the option of just continuing on for the 2nd half.

A great idea

Originally Posted by NordieBoy

If the 2-dayers all pike out before the event then I'll do the full version but would feel much better on my first time through the Porika/Maruia/Braeburn/Dry Weather road etc in light (and I want to get more photos).

This is why I am a bit cagey on Porika, brings back too many bad memories

But then again, it might be just what I need

Porika is an easy track, that I would have no problems on, just that memory!

I had been over there hundreds of times, but I caught out just once

Lots of broken bits on me, and it wasn't even my fault

A story for later

**far queue** · 15th November 2007, 21:03

Originally Posted by NordieBoy

There's been some interest in a 2-day version for those afraid of the dark.
I'd mentioned I'd be up for it and have had some PM's to the same effect.

I'm still keen on the 2 day, but hadn't seen any further mention of it so thought there was no other interest. Not scared of the dark, but would rather spread it over 2 days for more enjoyment.

Originally Posted by NordieBoy

My idea is to start from Nelson at the same time and stop off at St Arnaud (probably around 7pm - There's a pub there

) and off again at 6-7am or so the next day.

Sounds good.

**Transalper** · 15th November 2007, 22:56

I'll be riding home by Sunday afternoon, got work on Monday.

**cooneyr** · 16th November 2007, 06:19

Originally Posted by Zukin

......This is why I am a bit cagey on Porika, brings back too many bad memories

But then again, it might be just what I need

Porika is an easy track, that I would have no problems on, just that memory!

I had been over there hundreds of times, but I caught out just once

Lots of broken bits on me, and it wasn't even my fault

A story for later

Heres me foolishly thinking you had not done it before ASSUME = ASS of U and Me. Doh!

Cheers R

**Zukin** · 16th November 2007, 07:14

Originally Posted by cooneyr

Heres me foolishly thinking you had not done it before ASSUME = ASS of U and Me. Doh!

Cheers R

Its ok, for a Northerner I have been through that part of the world a lot

There are a few new places that I haven't been (Taylors Pass and around Nelson) but rest I know very well

Cheers Scott

**upshift** · 16th November 2007, 09:17

Originally Posted by far queue

I'm still keen on the 2 day, but hadn't seen any further mention of it so thought there was no other interest. Not scared of the dark, but would rather spread it over 2 days for more enjoyment.

Sounds good.

Hi all, I have been lurking on this thread for a while now so time to speak up.
Yep, very keen on the two day version, all new territory to me which I'm keen as to find out about.

**warewolf** · 16th November 2007, 09:46

Originally Posted by Zukin

Where is everyone else staying in Nelson?
Do we have a friendly pub/lodge where everyone is staying on Friday night, I doubt we will need Sat Night as we will (hopefully) still be riding

My plans are not 100% firm at this stage, but I have room for a few bods and bikes to stay at our place. Another option would be to put the word out to other KBers in Nelson who could billet fellow riders. Shouldn't need to resort to commercial accommodation!

**magicfairy** · 16th November 2007, 10:35

Originally Posted by warewolf

Another option would be to put the word out to other KBers in Nelson who could billet fellow riders. Shouldn't need to resort to commercial accommodation!

Good idea! BusaJim and I are staying with friends in Nelson, so can't help out there sorry. When I lived there, Nelsons population doubled between Christmas and New Year. So if you need to book something, get in quick.

**NordieBoy** · 16th November 2007, 11:55

Friday night we would have a double bed, a single and a couple of mattresses available.
As well as tools, compressor and large carport.
Less than 2km from the start too.

Just need to find out about accomodation in St Arnaud Sat night.