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Title: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: Betty on January 15, 2011, 12:31:32 AM
What do you think?

The recent mid-week ride didn't make it down to Kangaroo Valley ... and it was noted that it should be re-scheduled - so how about this.

OzMonster ride
Saturday 5th February
Meeting down south, heading to the Valley for lunch.

As I am completely unfamiliar with all things south I will leave the logistics to those that know better. Also if there is a reason this won't work (destination, etc) ... let me know and we will sort things out.

Oh and just a thought ... how many use Shell fuel? We tend not to unless absolutely necessary. If this is common maybe meeting at a Shell servo is not the right idea.
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: braando on January 15, 2011, 02:10:15 AM
Do you think it will rain that day Betty (really not a gurl)...?      ;D
Good idea this new thread btw........ [thumbsup]
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: mattyvas on January 15, 2011, 02:21:28 AM
We could meet at the Caltex before the Shell servo, it's on the same side of the road about 500 meters earlier.

The date is okay, the rain will stay away for you Brian the map is pretty simple.
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: J5 on January 15, 2011, 02:32:58 AM
what caltex ? what shell ?

every south ride i have ever done has been meet at loftus oval right before the national park entrance
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: mattyvas on January 15, 2011, 02:56:51 AM
Everytime we've done a group ride through the south we meet at the Shell servo on the cnr of Princes Hwy and The Boulevarde.
The Caltex I am talking about is on the Princes Hwy in on the cnr of Bates Drive. Well mostly, Bates Drive goes off to the right and the Caltex is on the left.
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: Betty on January 22, 2011, 02:56:38 PM
Well this has proven to be a popular thread [roll]

I have done some trolling and come up with the following (pinched from past posts by Goldie & Matty):

8.00am:  Meet at Caltex Kirrawee - Nr Bates Drive and Princess Hwy, Kirrawee. Fuel up.
8.30am:  Depart, via the Royal National Park.
             Stop briefly at Bald Hill (Stanwell Tops) to regroup, collect any others meeting here
             Fuel Stop at Albion Park Rail (for the S4Rs) and regroup - there's no easy fuel at KV from memory.
             MQ Pass, past the Pie Shop, through Robertson and onto Pearsons Lane to Kangaroo Valley
12.00pm: Lunch @ Kangaroo Valley
1.30pm:  Continue South via Camberrawarra Mountain.
             At then end, back up to Albion Park via "Kiama International Speedway"
             Fuel up and then back north via Mt Keira and the RNP again.
4.30pm   Back into Sutherland, to go our own ways..

Mapped (I think):

http://maps.google.com.au/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=princes+hwy+cnr+The+Boulevarde,+kirrawee,+nsw&daddr=Sir+Bertram+Stevens+Dr+to:Lawrence+Hargrave+Dr+to:Princes+Hwy+to:Mount+Keira+Rd+to:Moss+Vale+Road,+Kangaroo+Valley,+NSW+to:Cambewarra+Rd+to:Mount+Keira+Rd+to:The+Link+Road+to:Princes+Hwy+to:Lawrence+Hargrave+Dr+to:-34.210666,151.010857+to:Sir+Bertram+Stevens+Dr+to:Princes+Hwy&geocode=FazJ-P0djVwBCSmzbmtte8cSazG1-vezG1B_XA%3BFQYt9_0dAk4BCQ%3BFU7S9f0d8Oj_CA%3BFaAZ9f0d3j__CA%3BFUY38_0dKqf9CA%3BFTrl7f0dMCH5CCmrhOIkyoMTazHJ_D2OUvLZTQ%3BFQpm7P0dzNH5CA%3BFe7z8v0dlM79CA%3BFVGH8_0dILn9CA%3BFQz79P0dPCT_CA%3BFXXT9f0dI9z_CA%3B%3BFQD99v0duAkBCQ%3BFXy_-P0dok4BCQ&hl=en&mra=dme&mrcr=1&mrsp=11&sz=14&via=1,2,3,4,6,7,8,9,10,11,12&sll=-34.209673,151.026134&sspn=0.050325,0.094156&ie=UTF8&ll=-34.379713,150.89447&spn=0.803579,1.5065&z=10 (http://maps.google.com.au/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=princes+hwy+cnr+The+Boulevarde,+kirrawee,+nsw&daddr=Sir+Bertram+Stevens+Dr+to:Lawrence+Hargrave+Dr+to:Princes+Hwy+to:Mount+Keira+Rd+to:Moss+Vale+Road,+Kangaroo+Valley,+NSW+to:Cambewarra+Rd+to:Mount+Keira+Rd+to:The+Link+Road+to:Princes+Hwy+to:Lawrence+Hargrave+Dr+to:-34.210666,151.010857+to:Sir+Bertram+Stevens+Dr+to:Princes+Hwy&geocode=FazJ-P0djVwBCSmzbmtte8cSazG1-vezG1B_XA%3BFQYt9_0dAk4BCQ%3BFU7S9f0d8Oj_CA%3BFaAZ9f0d3j__CA%3BFUY38_0dKqf9CA%3BFTrl7f0dMCH5CCmrhOIkyoMTazHJ_D2OUvLZTQ%3BFQpm7P0dzNH5CA%3BFe7z8v0dlM79CA%3BFVGH8_0dILn9CA%3BFQz79P0dPCT_CA%3BFXXT9f0dI9z_CA%3B%3BFQD99v0duAkBCQ%3BFXy_-P0dok4BCQ&hl=en&mra=dme&mrcr=1&mrsp=11&sz=14&via=1,2,3,4,6,7,8,9,10,11,12&sll=-34.209673,151.026134&sspn=0.050325,0.094156&ie=UTF8&ll=-34.379713,150.89447&spn=0.803579,1.5065&z=10)

Although this is not the route we took coming home last time ... that one created a few little issues [bang]

As I have no idea about things down south, can someone fix things up for me (at least one of those clever link thingies).

Fanks
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: Betty on January 22, 2011, 03:00:10 PM
And maybe a list of attendees is in order ... you know the drill (try and get the phone number of at least a couple of other attendees). Of course weather dependent:

Jukie
Betty
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: Two dogs on January 22, 2011, 03:57:12 PM
The dogs are coming  [moto] + [moto] =   [thumbsup]
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: FIFO on January 22, 2011, 06:28:01 PM
You better put me on the the list. :D
weather depenant of cousre, no rain /no dust /not to hot/ not too cold/ just a nice sunny day about 25 deg C and fluffy white clouds  [thumbsup]  
you know the drill. [thumbsup]

Oh and i wish i knew how to do those clever linky mappy thingies too :'(


Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: mattyvas on January 22, 2011, 07:18:21 PM
I think I should be fine for the day, I'll have to see how I fair after the trip next week.

Map linky thingy for the run (http://maps.google.com.au/maps/ms?hl=en&ie=UTF8&msa=0&msid=203419174355975487906.00049a7aa92b7d545bbc5&ll=-34.32756,150.891724&spn=0.712213,1.454315&z=10)
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: rendang on January 23, 2011, 03:09:40 AM
  I should be OK for this one too. I guess there's a lot happening for Sydney riders at the moment and we'll get a bit more interest closer to the day.
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: goldFiSh on January 23, 2011, 01:10:59 PM
I'm a no on this one. We have a family and friends BBQ, haven't seen some for a while.   Oh, and there will be no fuel in the leave pass tank after the Oxley shenanigans.
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: monstermick58 on January 24, 2011, 01:01:21 AM
Gunna try and get to this one, and if I do I will meet up with you at Bald Hill.






                                            Mmick
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: goldFiSh on January 24, 2011, 01:05:04 AM
with a current licence this time mate?

Sorry, couldn't resist; after all you're usually the responsible one!
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: monstermick58 on January 24, 2011, 01:09:00 AM
Quote from: goldFiSh on January 24, 2011, 01:05:04 AM
with a current licence this time mate?

Sorry, couldn't resist; after all you're usually the responsible one!



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                                             Mmick
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: FIFO on January 24, 2011, 01:16:57 AM

I have 1st hand information Brian W will be attending as well ;)
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: monstermick58 on January 24, 2011, 01:46:20 AM
Crickey Brian, are you bored at home, out of work, nothing to polish?

You'll be trading up soon, all those kays you are clocking up.

Anyway, I for one are glad you are coming, you owe me at least one coffee  [coffee]





                                         Mmick
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: braando on January 24, 2011, 05:31:18 AM
Mmick........firstly, damn nice to hear you can make it and many thanks for your kind words....you too Matty, Goldy, Craigo, not forgetting Max slash Wells too....(very nice lady you have there mate)......Inner West /Eastern Suburbs tend to breed an articulate, educated human being i have noticed........!.....and as for our Nthn Beaches.... [coffee]...well,... [bang]....thats turning out to be my dumping ground for old perspex and inferior carbon...    [thumbsup]    ...i'm almost tempted to set up a Sunday market stall  on the Insular Peninsular.......as long as the price is right.....i saw two up that way dam near come to blows over a carbon guard i was unloading, wish i'd had a few of those items....enough of my banter, may i please pencil my name in as a possible.......?
Kindest Regards,
Brian  (nthn suburbs)    ;)
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: Betty on January 24, 2011, 10:23:45 AM
I don't know how many of them were bred and/or educated in the inner-west / eastern-suburbs ... I suspect not many.
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: FIFO on January 24, 2011, 08:44:30 PM
Quote from: Brian W on January 24, 2011, 05:31:18 AM
Mmick........firstly, damn nice to hear you can make it and many thanks for your kind words....you too Matty, Goldy, Craigo, not forgetting Max slash Wells too....(very nice lady you have there mate)......Inner West /Eastern Suburbs tend to breed an articulate, educated human being i have noticed........!.....and as for our Nthn Beaches.... [coffee]...well,... [bang]....that's turning out to be my dumping ground for old perspex and inferior carbon...    [thumbsup]    ...i'm almost tempted to set up a Sunday market stall  on the Insular Peninsular.......as long as the price is right.....i saw two up that way dam near come to blows over a carbon guard i was unloading, wish i'd had a few of those items....enough of my banter, may i please pencil my name in as a possible.......?
Kindest Regards,
Brian  (nthn suburbs)    ;)

Please don't read into the above banter too much ???
Poor old BW has forgotten to take his medication again [roll]
He's been suffering severe Nthn Beaches /Dremel ,Envy not uncommon for Harley owners. [laugh] ;) :D ;D
It's a non stop Harley parade here on the weekends they flock in from every where >:(


Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: monstermick58 on January 24, 2011, 10:55:05 PM
Quote from: Rob s on January 24, 2011, 08:44:30 PM
It's a non stop Harley parade here on the weekends they flock in from every where >:(


It must be a plague, we have the same problem in my little town every w/end





                                     Mmick
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: braando on January 26, 2011, 03:19:54 AM
Maybe then i should park mine somewhere along those roads with a for sale sign on it.........cos its gotta go..........
so i was told  just can't justify keeping it to be honest
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: monstermick58 on January 26, 2011, 03:49:37 PM
Quote from: Brian W on January 26, 2011, 03:19:54 AM
Maybe then i should park mine somewhere along those roads with a for sale sign on it.........cos its gotta go..........
so i was told  just can't justify keeping it to be honest


Yeah, good idea Brian, then you will be all cashed up, wait for the next shipment of perspex and carbon fibre.  [coffee]







                                         Mmick (Back to you betty, Kangaroo Valley yes)
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: mattyvas on January 30, 2011, 05:53:48 PM
Boys and girls I have to drop out this ride, nothing to do with not having permission
I just have other things i need to do over the weekend and don't have the time to spend a day riding.

Have a great day hope you all have safe run.
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: FIFO on January 30, 2011, 11:03:09 PM
 
I also have been talking to Teflons (aka Brian W) parole officer and she informs me that he is on weekend detention again.
And wont be able to make it. :'(

But you never know he may get of for good behaviour.that would be a first [laugh]

Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: Jukie on January 31, 2011, 09:15:15 PM
Ok guys Mark is busy with work, so we need people to confirm the their attendance for the ride, and also if anyone know were we are going because Betty and I have no idea.
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: rendang on January 31, 2011, 09:55:20 PM
  Sorry guys, due to being newly employed on a six day site, I can't make Saturday's for a while. DAMN work.   >:(  :(  :'(
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: FIFO on February 01, 2011, 12:10:17 AM
Not looking to promising folks with the heat wave continuing till Sunday, longest consecutive hot days on record :'(
And we have lost our leader MV ???  And Tef (sgt at arms) :P

The forecarst for the Illawarra sat 5th

Forecast for Saturday
Cloudy. Isolated showers. Winds north to northwesterly averaging 15 to 30 km/h becoming northwesterly 20 to 35 km/h later in the evening. Overnight temperatures falling to in the low 20s with daytime temperatures reaching the mid 30s. thats mid like 35c :P



Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: DUCMONROB on February 01, 2011, 12:32:16 AM
Haaaa ha! Lost your tour leaders? [bang] [laugh] [bang]

So you want to know where to go?? ;D

Well all you had to do is ask? [bow_down]
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: monstermick58 on February 02, 2011, 02:06:59 AM
I'm sorry, but I'm out.

      New contract pending and I have to make an appearance  :(





                         


                                   Mmick
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: J5 on February 02, 2011, 02:15:46 AM
i'm out as much as i want to do a south ride

sat is work time atm gotta get the dollars

catch you on the next sunday ride
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: braando on February 02, 2011, 04:10:43 AM
Please keep me posted as to what is happening.......i have morning commitments..(maybe) but could catch up with the group somewhere along the line........i have heard rumblings from "the northside" that maybe it could be too hot or possibly some precipitation.........what can i say here...?....dam embarrasing Mmick..........soft c#@k syndrome setting in.......?    maybe the ride should have been from Manly to Palmy guys....?????    [laugh] [laugh]..........Rob......Luba........common...........and for you Dezmond......forget about the bloody surf report........trust me.......it will be flat on Saturday................
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: braando on February 02, 2011, 04:16:42 AM
Quote from: Rob s on February 01, 2011, 12:10:17 AM
Not looking to promising folks with the heat wave continuing till Sunday, longest consecutive hot days on record :'(
And we have lost our leader MV ???  And Tef (sgt at arms) :P

The forecarst for the Illawarra sat 5th

Forecast for Saturday
Cloudy. Isolated showers. Winds north to northwesterly averaging 15 to 30 km/h becoming northwesterly 20 to 35 km/h later in the evening. Overnight temperatures falling to in the low 20s with daytime temperatures reaching the mid 30s. thats mid like 35c :P




Translated means........"I don't wanna get my bike wet or  face sunburnt so could i please be pardoned  ?"
Oh dear....as i cover my head with a brown paper bag.....I know it it means crossing the beloved Pittwater Rd guys.....but give it a try.......Rob....put down the Dremmel polisher and grab your  FULLFACE hemet and proceed as per directiions to the ride..... once you make the plunge and get over  "that Road"....believe me....a whole new world will open up.....people are very similar away from "The Peninsular"...... [thumbsup]
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: Betty on February 02, 2011, 11:46:06 AM
Quote from: DUCMONROB on February 01, 2011, 12:32:16 AM
Haaaa ha! Lost your tour leaders? [bang] [laugh] [bang]

So you want to know where to go?? ;D

Well all you had to do is ask? [bow_down]

Well thanks for your (half) offer Rob ... but I don't think it will be necessary. Everybody that had shown an interest has pulled out for one reason or another (either in this thread, via PM or via someone else's PM).

Under the circumstances we aren't that motivated for, what would be, a loong day. As we will effectively be riding on our own anyway ... we may as well stay close to home.
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: monstermick58 on February 03, 2011, 03:56:38 AM
AWWW.........

                   Was hoping that it would be postponed not cancelled







                                          Mmick
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: Betty on February 03, 2011, 05:05:34 AM
Quote from: monstermick58 on February 03, 2011, 03:56:38 AM
AWWW.........

                   Was hoping that it would be postponed not cancelled







                                          Mmick

Is there really a difference? I am sure it is a ride that would happen again at some stage, but I am not about to propose another date ... so this one is cancelled [cheeky]
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: braando on February 03, 2011, 11:32:20 AM
Mmick......just heard that Saturday is going to be the hottest day we have had this week.... :o....seeing that it has been cancelled, not postponed............i am always open to "a guided tour " of the souther region by yours truly plus your  partner in crime, now known as "Half Rob"....... ;D........I have been through the National Park but alas, know furvverr. Am anxiously awaiting your reply........i think we could guarantee that some interest will evolve.....interested in throwing your hat into the ring......?........it will probably be an early morning breakfast for me up at PITS then this weekend (both days) I would say.  Piccolo Latte please, my heart starter........if someone beats me and is shouting......... [coffee]     ;D   
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: goldFiSh on February 03, 2011, 12:22:05 PM
So there are still 3 interested parties, Dunmonrob, mmick and Brian...... I still can't do it, alas, but Brian, you're welcome to stop in by my place on the way for your coffee fix...
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: Betty on February 03, 2011, 01:35:17 PM
Quote from: goldFiSh on February 03, 2011, 12:22:05 PM
So there are still 3 interested parties, Dunmonrob, mmick and Brian...... I still can't do it, alas, but Brian, you're welcome to stop in by my place on the way for your coffee fix...

Well when we decided not to bother there was only kinda one ... and kinda another half:

Quote from: DUCMONROB on February 01, 2011, 12:32:16 AM
Haaaa ha! Lost your tour leaders? [bang] [laugh] [bang]

So you want to know where to go?? ;D

Well all you had to do is ask? [bow_down]

Sounded like a reluctant offer to help, rather than any real interest in the ride (no offence Rob).

Quote from: monstermick58 on February 02, 2011, 02:06:59 AM
I'm sorry, but I'm out.

      New contract pending and I have to make an appearance  :(
           
                                  Mmick

Mick was out.

Quote from: Brian W on February 02, 2011, 04:10:43 AM
Please keep me posted as to what is happening.......i have morning commitments..(maybe) but could catch up with the group somewhere along the line........

... and this was only a half. Not knowing where we were going was going to make it hard to make arrangements to meet up 'somewhere'.

So I figured it was best to not trouble Ducmonrob to come up to meet us nor have Brian chasing us around in the afternoon considering we are not really local to Rob and would probably be on a different path to get home late in the day.

Quote from: Brian W on February 03, 2011, 11:32:20 AM
Mmick......just heard that Saturday is going to be the hottest day we have had this week.... :o....seeing that it has been cancelled, not postponed............i am always open to "a guided tour " of the souther region by yours truly plus your  partner in crime, now known as "Half Rob"....... ;D........I have been through the National Park but alas, know furvverr. Am anxiously awaiting your reply........i think we could guarantee that some interest will evolve.....interested in throwing your hat into the ring......?........it will probably be an early morning breakfast for me up at PITS then this weekend (both days) I would say.  Piccolo Latte please, my heart starter........if someone beats me and is shouting......... [coffee]     ;D   

But in a determined effort to live by his new moniker commitment, can't even stick to Brian ... and I am left confused by his morning commitments - or as it seems lack of morning commitments.

Its too hard, too hot and would be a very early start ... so we're out. Apologies for any inconvenience but that is why we pulled the pin yesterday so people can get on with other things.
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: goldFiSh on February 03, 2011, 01:40:45 PM
Fair call, now that I see it all in one place.

Always the issue with group ride organisation, people changing their minds and being non committal.... Unless you have a core group committed to going, it gets hard to organise..

Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: Betty on February 03, 2011, 03:23:13 PM
I'm just grateful there wasn't a rush of pullouts on Saturday morning ... so I was extending the same courtesy to others that may still be 'thinking' about it.
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: mattyvas on February 03, 2011, 07:22:40 PM
Aside from the very hot day it is supposed to be tomorrow, it's a shame there was such little interest from others.
Last ride there was a projected 25 riders out for the day which turned into 19-20 from memory.
Wonder what's happened this time, there weren't many takers at all.
Should it be re floated for the start of March instead of waiting until April?
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: Betty on February 03, 2011, 08:14:00 PM
I think people just have things other than riding on their minds at the moment ... which is fair enough. Some people have blamed the Oxley tour but that was only a handful of people.

Fact is the forum has been a little quiet lately and some (Suzy, Nick & Kaz for example) have been conspicuous in the relative absences. Others are usually quiet but are willing to jump on the bandwagon at the last minute as ride planning builds momentum. Some are booked in for Superbike School next week another had an 'incident' recently.

I think there have been too many things conspiring against us this time ... and don't think it is a long term problem that strikes most 'clubs' with decreasing participation.

If you want to throw up a thread for March ... no problem. But be mindful the Ozmo track day in early March is already in the calendar.
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: cakeman on February 03, 2011, 08:18:48 PM
Quote from: Betty on February 03, 2011, 08:14:00 PM
I think people just have things other than riding on their minds at the moment ... which is fair enough.
Not good enough, riding should always be front of mind! :)

Quote from: Betty on February 03, 2011, 08:14:00 PM

another had an 'incident' recently.
You know id be their otherwise  [bang]

Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: braando on February 03, 2011, 10:43:59 PM
Quote from: goldFiSh on February 03, 2011, 12:22:05 PM
So there are still 3 interested parties, Dunmonrob, mmick and Brian...... I still can't do it, alas, but Brian, you're welcome to stop in by my place on the way for your coffee fix...
and my machine service too...?    ;D   hey, i just bet that "The Bronster" is keen to meet me...........psychologist you said Nick...?.....will be a litmus test for her i feel...... [thumbsup]
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: braando on February 03, 2011, 11:03:40 PM
Quote from: Betty on February 03, 2011, 01:35:17 PM
Well when we decided not to bother there was only kinda one ... and kinda another half:

Sounded like a reluctant offer to help, rather than any real interest in the ride (no offence Rob).

Mick was out.

... and this was only a half. Not knowing where we were going was going to make it hard to make arrangements to meet up 'somewhere'.

So I figured it was best to not trouble Ducmonrob to come up to meet us nor have Brian chasing us around in the afternoon considering we are not really local to Rob and would probably be on a different path to get home late in the day. .................................typing and txtíng........leave just one smiley face out or the use of a wrong word.........and it can change completely the meaning one is trying to get across.........,,,  enough said......enjoy your weekend all and stay cool.......... :)

But in a determined effort to live by his new moniker commitment, can't even stick to Brian ... and I am left confused by his morning commitments - or as it seems lack of mornin

Its too hard, too hot and would be a very early start ... so we're out. Apologies for any inconvenience but that is why we pulled the pin yesterday so people can get on with other things.
Dearest Betty
 I have an important appointment at 10.30 am Saturday that takes precedence, hence my change of plans, but that doesn't prevent  me from having breakfast at Pits at 8am. I do hope that this solves your confusement and concern regarding my Saturday morning. I  hope it wasn't me that caused the plug being pulled here...   Oh yes....and re my message to mmick....if you read back you will soon realise that he too can't do this Saturday....i meant  down the track with anyone else in the forum who was interested
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: monstermick58 on February 03, 2011, 11:29:27 PM
For me its a work commitment thing, I'm sure you all can appreciate that, as this will be a new contract and at this stage I'm unsure of its length, usually several weeks, but anyway another ride will come around I'm sure, like Mark said, at least people did'nt pull out on the day, that would have been crap.

    Brian, I will have to give you an exclusive tour of the Southern Highlands  [thumbsup] ;D




                                    Mmick
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: DUCMONROB on February 03, 2011, 11:47:21 PM
 [popcorn] [popcorn] [popcorn] [popcorn]


Yes it is going to be very hot though I did want to go for a fang with th 998 as I just fitted a PC3 which has made the bike sooooo much nicer to ride!

Nice words Brian. keep up the good work! [clap]

Mick all is forgiven. Work is more important than not having a job! Keep up the good work. [thumbsup]

Brian you are always welcome to visit the deep south.

Rob
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: goldFiSh on February 03, 2011, 11:53:26 PM
Quote from: Brian W on February 03, 2011, 10:43:59 PM
and my machine service too...?    ;D   hey, i just bet that "The Bronster" is keen to meet me...........psychologist you said Nick...?.....will be a litmus test for her i feel...... [thumbsup]

Now I want to see you carry your Giotto on the Monster - that's worth a photo. The Bronster, being a defacto member of the Oz Monster clan, is always up to meet fellow riders. Not a psych, but socialologist background..

I havent asked in partcular, but I'm sure she's already got an impression of you Brian!
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: Betty on February 04, 2011, 12:13:56 AM
That explains a few thinks Goldie ... she must be fascinated with this bunch of misfits.

We know a couple of psychs from the diving and car scenes ... it would seem I provide an interesting case study for them [laugh] :-[
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: monstermick58 on February 04, 2011, 12:41:26 AM
Quote from: goldFiSh on February 03, 2011, 11:53:26 PM
The Bronster, being a defacto member of the Oz Monster clan, is always up to meet fellow riders. Not a psych, but socialologist background..

I havent asked in partcular, but I'm sure she's already got an impression of you Brian!



Quote from: Betty on February 04, 2011, 12:13:56 AM
That explains a few thinks Goldie ... she must be fascinated with this bunch of misfits.

We know a couple of psychs from the diving and car scenes ... it would seem I provide an interesting case study for them [laugh] :-[




We ought to make a movie

[popcorn] [popcorn] [popcorn] [popcorn] [popcorn] [popcorn] [popcorn] [popcorn] [popcorn] [popcorn] [popcorn] [popcorn] [popcorn]





                                Mmick
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: gino on February 04, 2011, 01:40:07 AM
I'me going for my usual 6-30 ride to NAT Park and back tomorrow , back by 8-30 ish and normally up for my second piccolo at newtown if anyone's around :)
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: rendang on February 04, 2011, 04:36:48 AM
Quote from: gino on February 04, 2011, 01:40:07 AM
I'me going for my usual 6-30 ride to NAT Park and back tomorrow , back by 8-30 ish and normally up for my second piccolo at newtown if anyone's around :)
I'm interested, give us a ring.
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: braando on February 04, 2011, 06:06:11 PM
Cancelled you say....?  Not for a group of diehard Monster enthusiasts ready to brave any condition thrown our way...!

First pit stop.......Our tour leader/organiser with his partner in crime, all suited up for a warm day ahead.......!

(http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac55/braando54/119.jpg)

A nice place to rest.......Kangaroo Valley  i believe

(http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac55/braando54/116.jpg)

He just loves cows........

(http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac55/braando54/5397841994_4991f98a28_z.jpg)

M.V climbing what i believe is Bald Hill........and yes......he was with us in spirit....... [thumbsup]

(http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac55/braando54/117.jpg)


Yep.....more cows ....he tends to attract them.....

(http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac55/braando54/118.jpg)

Just one of the locals......

(http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac55/braando54/002-5.jpg)

Great day out all...... ;D  ;D  ;D    And back home a tad after midday.....now thats a record......!
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: mattyvas on February 04, 2011, 07:04:18 PM
 [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
[clap] [clap] [clap] [clap]
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: Wells on February 04, 2011, 07:29:21 PM
Haha, you're full of surprises.
Bravo Brian.
[clap]
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: Betty on February 04, 2011, 11:53:26 PM
Well we are finally home (but home before dark). Loooong day out ... thanks for the company guys.

Just a tad warm ... but on the road it actually wasn't that bad. Ohh and it gave someone the opportunity to show off her new Ducati bikini.

As always Brian ... nice photos ... sneaky as ever - in fact, I can't remember some of those being taken.
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: Two dogs on February 05, 2011, 12:07:57 AM
Matty...................................................................
Brian , if your interested
is giving lessons on photobotch.
He let me in on his secret methods that he developed
over years of puter work.
Of course it took bribing him with some of Newport's finest
home brew [drink]. [drink] [drink]
He uses a pair of scissors ,magazines from under his bed hmmmmm  :o
some spit to stick them to the screen and his ever ready trusty i phone
which if anyone has noticed lately is housed in a woman's purse ;D
Classes start Monday.
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: braando on February 05, 2011, 03:06:58 AM
You now have your "FREE"stainless bolts that i bought for you. so i see the gloves are off and the nastiness starts.While you were at home in your Pittwater Peninsular Palace drinking what i class as illegal moonshine, or should i be more upfront and call it swill...?, us guys and gals were battling the elements  down south as arranged by Mark & co.
My only reply to you,  Dez/Two Dogs..is........"have a nice day"     !      [popcorn]  [popcorn]  [popcorn]
p.s........don't think for a minute that i didn't see your dog peeing on my wheel while i was inside giving your those FREE Bolts........!
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: Two dogs on February 05, 2011, 02:02:51 PM
Oh now I feel really ashamed for sledging Brian [thumbsdown]
I yes had probably been imbibing to much of that illigal moonshine ,
mental note to myself : don't DMF under the influence!
So apolagies Mr Brian and a huge thankyou for those bolts that you
brought down to me on the hottest day of the summer.

Now if you need some band aid's for that thin skin Ill post em too you ;D
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: DUCMONROB on February 05, 2011, 02:07:57 PM
 [popcorn] [popcorn] [popcorn] [popcorn] [popcorn] [popcorn] [popcorn] [popcorn] [popcorn]
Title: Re: [SYD & Surrounds] Ride Sat. 5th February - CANCELLED - Kangaroo Valley
Post by: braando on February 05, 2011, 05:36:27 PM
Quote from: Two dogs on February 05, 2011, 02:02:51 PM
Oh now I feel really ashamed for sledging Brian [thumbsdown]
I yes had probably been imbibing to much of that illigal moonshine ,
mental note to myself : don't DMF under the influence!
So apolagies Mr Brian and a huge thankyou for those bolts that you
brought down to me on the hottest day of the summer.

Now if you need some band aid's for that thin skin Ill post em too you ;D
I need to frame this apology......... ;D     [clap]    [cheeky]     I can take it Dez, with a smile on my face, but keep a good  lookout behind you......   [evil]