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Queen's birthday long weekend (7th - 9th of June) MTB bash in Canberra.
When:
Saturday, 7 June, 2008 - 10:00
Come Rain or Shine:
If it's raining, I won't be there.
Ride Database Entry:
Stromlo Forest Park Details:
Saturday, 7th of June:
Start at 10 am: Stromlo a whole day. (drive down from Sydney this morning).
Sunday, 8th of June:
Start at 9 am: Majura a whole day.
Monday, 9th of June:
Start at 8 am: Sparrow until mid day then drive back to Sydney.
Changes can be made to suit the majority's interest.
Accommodation:
2 nights (saturday and sunday nights):
Tien
Buck
ar_junkie
Bruce
Little-Ditty
Steve 01
Deano
raving_hippo
davis_jnr (Sammy)
1 night (saturday night):
Evan
Gary
Rob
Christine
Andy_bloot
Gonz
Gazza
craigs
1 night (Sunday night):
lorrie
Tien
Who's in?
craigs, Stuart M, Bernd, christine, tienster, davis_jnr, Buck, evan, Little-Ditty, GAZZA, Bruce, ar_junkie, Steve 01, Andy Bloot, Damien, raving_hippo, Deano, Gonz (18 riders)
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| davis_jnr | Day 1 Canberra June 2008 | So the weekend begins and not too soon, as the thought of last years trip is still lingering in the back of my mind…..could it be as good as last year…. We head out on the road at about 7ish and the traffic is non existent which is... |
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Go night riding while you guys prepare the Glühwein so it will be ready when we get back from a cold ride...
Out for this one have to work.
Sorry have to pull out of this one, family commitments, was really looking forward to Majura.
I'm out also... 2 big events on Saturday night will make a 4am start followed by a 4 hour drive much too painful.
I've never done Canberra.. so am pissed I'll be missing out.
Have fun guys.
Cheers,
Loz
So whos still going, & who's piking out. I was thinking a short night lap of sparrow on the Sat any takers
If your not out there doing it,
Someone else is
The logistic's are still to be finalised but Bernd and I are planning an early start on Sunday morning to meet you at Majura for a half day of fun before driving home again.
Keep us in mind should the plans change from the 9.00 start at the starting point listed for Majura.
for a day visit at Majura.
In dem forests...
So far the moisture levels at the trails in Canberra are looking favourable, can't wait for the weekend!
for a night ride if there is one on and it doesn't take up eating time!
Paul - have you remembered Manly are playing at Brookvale on Sunday?!!!
sorry! TIEN - what do we have to take for the accommodation? Everything? Sleeping bags etc? And what about breakfast and things are there facilities there?
Have i been really dim and not read all this information somewhere? most likely!!
food is a priority you know!!! Mildred and Cupcake are both going to be there!!
The game is on Nine on Sunday afternoon and the DVR will be set.
What better way to end a day trip than a hot shower, a hot meal and a cold beer while I watch the footy.
Although after being away all day this will probably lead to a hot tongue and cold shoulder from Angela.
Was a bit underwhelmed at the eatery last time I went.
Any chance of a pub meal or the likes for Sat night??
Linens and cookeries all provided, but we need a large pot/pan if Christine wants to cook for us:o)
I'll bring my sleeping bag though, you just can't trust those motel beds.
Tien.
Cheers for that Tien.
BOM forecast
Friday Shower or two. Min 7 Max 15
Saturday Fine, partly cloudy Min 3 Max 15
Sunday Fine, partly cloudy. Min 2 Max 15
Monday Mostly fine. Min 3 Max 16
Bring it on!
I remember that Carotel has pretty decent bedding, with pillows, sheets, towels, good showers, etc. Tien bring it if you want, but I don't think you will need it. The only inconvenience is likely to be Christine's snoring.
Anyone interested in car pooling?
Is anyone interested in convoying down the Hume highway? Me and Sam will be hitting the road from the city at about 6:45 am Saturday morning.
..ACT Weather:
Saturday Fine, partly cloudy Min 3 Max 15
Sunday Fine, partly cloudy. Min 2 Max 15
Monday Mostly fine. Min 3 Max 16
Tuesday A shower or two. Min 4 Max 16
I like the Min 2-4C...Brrrrrrrrrrrrrr.....
Bernd
Leaving Quakers Hill about 7am Sat.
Perhaps we could meet up at Pheasants Nest twin service stations which is about 30 mins past Campbelltown. Convoy from there.....that would be 7:45-8:00am arrival I would estimate.
I'm travelling down with Bernd on Sunday morning to ride Majura, but Bernd says he "may have to stay in Canberra for work" (sure Bernd).
So I'm just checking whether anyone has room for an extra passenger and bike to share the drive home Sunday afternoon. If not I'll just drive myself.
60mins from Quakers to Stromlo?
He must be pulling the Bugatti Veyron with roof racks out of the garage.
Have a leave pass for Sunday - Majura driving down just for the day.
Paul I will have a spare seat if you need a lift back to Sydney.
No, i will NOT be cooking Tien!!!! No, Liam, i do not snore - as you would know from the debacle at Dirtworks and no,i won't be intentially sleeping in the same room as those who do snore if i can help it!!
Also, living up to my very trusty reputation of being blonde i have to drop someone off at the airport really early Saturday morning... MY car pool hero, knight in shining armour, has been kind enough to delay our departure from Sydney until 7.30am so we will be arriving at Stromlo about midday - (we being Rob (hero!) George and Andy Bloot...)
What is the story with night ride? do we bring lights just in case?
Now, back to food which is just soo important to me - what is everyone doing about breakfast? I take it we will all go out on the Saturday night to eat somewhere and do we just all fend for ourselves for lunch? Last year we had a bbq at lunchtime at the ride remember? If i have to do the mercy dash to my suuuuper legend butcher for sausages can you let me know so i can race there tomorrow? And tell me how many to get if i do have to go there...
what a freakin essay!
MEEEE
as always Christine if your up for night laps,
Deano
If your not out there doing it,
Someone else is
To the lights that is...
then! i am going to leave work soon so i am guessing its each for their own...
so excited about the weekend!!!
see you all there..
... on Sunday!!!
Bernd
That's it, I'm not going any more!
So looking forward to tomorrow, with or without wurst/wors!
and i need a super fast reply... is there a bbq? for lunch?
i can go there now but am about to leave...
sooo helpful sometimes!
MEEE
Leaving the airport at 7:30 you would very nearly make it on time Chrissy, specially with Rob driving. M5 is right there!!
Drop em off a bit earlier so you can all be there for the start.
Don't forget double demerit points this weekend all and have a great time
FYI, I notice there will be a Car Boot sale of bike bits and pieces at Mt Stromlo 8.00am Sunday morning.
http://www.farkin.net/forums/showthread.php?p=14...
mount. Sorry but you'll also have to put up with me Saturday night.
Sweet, see ya there m8!
I'll be there, so keep an eye out for a new guy
. Be great to ride with you lot for a couple of hours before family commitments have me at the museums.....same again on Monday if you will have me?
Andy from Fairlight
Oh bugger... we rocked up between 9:30 & 10. Doh! Did you manage to find one of the groups (we all split up for this one)?
Really sorry if you missed us, but what a day, love this track!