AR10 Wales, the Hovis TT - official thread.

[gruntygiggles]

well we know who's won the "TRAVELLED THE LONGEST TO GET TO THE AR " competition now eh

There will also be a "Who is the biggest tart on the forum" prize up for grabs.......how do ya feel about that stiffy ma boy??? ;-)

[phil24_7]

Ooh, I could be in for a chance of that, what with my 50 pairs of jeans and my 25 pairs of shoes! I will also be bringing several changes of clothing!

[gruntygiggles]

Phil....your closet scared me. I actually almost packed up Kates things and brought her home with me...lol

[monkey]

Out of interest Grunty does the £15 include the Friday, Saturday and Sunday night? I'm curious as it says £6 per night on the hotel website.

[gruntygiggles]

Out of interest Grunty does the £15 include the Friday, Saturday and Sunday night? I'm curious as it says £6 per night on the hotel website.

No, £15.00 is for the Friday and Saturday nights, any extra nights will be £6.00 per night.

Hope that helps :-)

[monkey]

So what does the extra £3 go toward?

[gruntygiggles]

Stuff is the basic answer to that Monkey. I will be posting up details of what it has been spent on to ensure full disclosure and transparency.

Any money left in the pot will be going to charity, but it's highly unlikey that there will be any; £3 a head for the weekend for all the organising and costs is pretty bl00dy low :-)

[darkdreamsgal]

Um... so do those staying in the hotel have to pay an extra £3 as well?

[gruntygiggles]

Um... so do those staying in the hotel have to pay an extra £3 as well?

Am deciding what to do about that. There are costs involved which need to be covered and it would be unfair to make only the campers put towards that, so will be having a meeting about it and post back as soon as a decision has been made that is fair to all.

[gruntygiggles]

Oh...I won't be on the forum til tomorrow evening now, so any questions and I can hopefully answer them then :-)

[Shellywoozle]

Ohhhhh it's getting nearer. Samson can't wait ..... woooooof.

So I dont have to read every YY thread, is there any food thing going on, like a hog roast or anything. I need to cater for a pig of a man and dog. I will only need alcohol.

[Milky Bar Kid]

Shell there is a catering van thingy gonna be there. Will be catering for us all weekend I think, into the early hours of the morning. Led to believe they will do a fairly decent range of stuff.

[gruntygiggles]

Ohhhhh it's getting nearer. Samson can't wait ..... woooooof.

So I dont have to read every YY thread, is there any food thing going on, like a hog roast or anything. I need to cater for a pig of a man and dog. I will only need alcohol.

Shell there is a catering van thingy gonna be there. Will be catering for us all weekend I think, into the early hours of the morning. Led to believe they will do a fairly decent range of stuff.


Correct, everyone will be spoilt for choice for food so no need to worry about that :-)

[Kilted Ginger]

Is anybody driving a car / support vehicle of any decsription on the rideout. I will be arriving early saturday morning after a 350 mile 7 or 8 hr ride so have decided not to ride on the sat. If there is a spare seat in a car van then i'm yer man. if not, then i'll see everyone sat night.

[Ed]

What happens about fuel stops? With so many bikes I mean.

[gruntygiggles]

All stops will be long enough for people to stagger filling up before leaving....we'll go through all that at the AR though, so don't worry!

[monkey]

Have you got an idea about bike numbers as opposed to people numbers?

[Drew Carey]

Could be anywhere between 80 and 150+ at a guess. Won't know until the morning of the ride how many intend to do the rideout. Some people have too many drinkies the night before and decide to sit it out, some will chill out at site etc etc.

[gruntygiggles]

It's most likely that there will be in the region of 130-140 bikes. I'd be surprised if there were more than 150 going from history of rideouts and how many bikes do the ride compared to how many people attend.

Whatever the numbers, we have taken it into consideration for all stops and the route and we have more markers than usual so we are well set up for it :-)

[iffy]

What time is the actual rideout on the Saturday? My brother and his wife may come along just for the ride as they live in Ledbury.

Cheers Iffy

[gruntygiggles]

Iffy, the rideout will be leaving at a time to be confirmed between 9.30 and 10am probably. We're doing a reccie though to tidy up all those details and will confirm a couple of weeks before the AR :-)

[_Stretchie_]

What happens about fuel stops? With so many bikes I mean.

Basically it would be appreciated if you filled up before the ride (e.g. on the Firday evening/night or Saturday morning). There is a filling station over the road from the campsite but it's only a small one.

There is a fuel stop on the route so if everyones bike has been filled up before the ride you should only need one fill up. Fuel stops on our ridea are based on a 1,000cc twin (Viper!!!!). If that can get around then so can you

:D

[monkey]

But Mr Stretchie it says 160-185 miles on the details thread. Does that mean the route is 160 to 185 miles long depending on corners cut/roundabouts jumped etc. or that the route is -25 miles long? If it's the latter I'm gonna need help flintstoning my bike 25 miles backwards.

Seriously though there will be a lot of bikes who might struggle with 160+ miles mine included.

Edit: forget ALL of the above. I hadn't read about the fuel stop.

There will be a lot needing fuel though I'd imagine. Hope you've got a lovely big Tesco's with lots of fuel left on the route!

[_Stretchie_]

If you have to Flintstone your bike due to lack of fuel stops I will personally push it all the way back for you son

; )

Just remember to fill up BEFORE the ride starts and at the lunch stop and you will be fine, if Viper can get around it then we are all ok

: X

[monkey]

He he. It aint just the blind wot carnt seee.

[kwak zzr]

haha do you remember the barmouth ride out we did, cant remember if it was last year or year before when all bikes stopped for fuel at that on the kerb fuel station lol the bloke never sold so much fuel lol

[Ed]

Oh yes - the 'Birmingham Garage' it's called. Two pumps. That was funny. But it took a while...

[hongman]

I hope wherever we stop for lunch has enough food!

Mebbe its best to prewarn them, lol.

[BernardBikerchick]

16 days woooooooooooooooooooo

[Drew Carey]

I hope wherever we stop for lunch has enough food!

Mebbe its best to prewarn them, lol.

Won't be a problem. Don't worry, all covered.

[hongman]

I know of "professional" holidays/organised events that are less well prepared than you lot doing the AR.

Round of applause!

[lily]

I know of "professional" holidays/organised events that are less well prepared than you lot doing the AR.

Round of applause!

Its GG..... she shouts if you don't do what your told ;)






this is 100% a lie............ but it is all down to GG, she has done a brill job

[Milky Bar Kid]

Its GG..... she shouts if you don't do what your told ;)






this is 100% a lie............ but it is all down to GG, she has done a brill job

It is not a lie. I do what I'm told when she shouts...!

[gruntygiggles]

Its GG..... she shouts if you don't do what your told ;)






this is 100% a lie............ but it is all down to GG, she has done a brill job

Not exactly true Lily....about it all being down to me...because it isn't.

It's very true about the shouting though ;-)

It is not a lie. I do what I'm told when she shouts...!

Yes you do.....then you punch Dan and give him a dead arm...I love it :-)

[Milky Bar Kid]

Normally because it's Dans fault you are shouting at me!!!

[gruntygiggles]

True Nic...very true!

[BernardBikerchick]

14 sleeps wooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo

[hongman]

If you dont sleep for a few days, it'll be less sleeps til the AR! Less sleeps til the AR = comes round sooner!

Hehe

[gruntygiggles]

I like the child logic in that Hong....lol

[hongman]

Must be my son's logic rubbing off on me!

[gruntygiggles]

That's what I was thinking!

I love that he was so excited at seeing your bike again and wanting to sit on it!

[hongman]

While it was raining too! Then he had to run in, grab my my crash damaged lid (its now his toy), put it on and sit on the bike again lol.

He was only in his PJ's with a light rain jacket on, should have taken a pic!

[gruntygiggles]

Next time :-)

[monkey]

I'm sorry if I've missed it but will there be a communal area with lighting for organs to rub noses during the evenings?

On a slightly different note is the bar big enough for all to fit in? (if Woozle's tent isn't that is).

[Drew Carey]

There will be a communal tent, the bar is big enough, there is a club/disco and they are used to big weddings and events. However, I imagine a lot of people will chill outside. So shouldnt be any problems in that department.

[phil24_7]

What time does the pool close? :D

[Girth]

Are endangered animals allowed?

[Shellywoozle]

I'm sorry if I've missed it but will there be a communal area with lighting for organs to rub noses during the evenings?

On a slightly different note is the bar big enough for all to fit in? (if Woozle's tent isn't that is).

arrghh dont talk about my tent is half price at B&Q. I may burn it at the AR :(

[kwak zzr]

we thought about setting fire to our gazebo last night, it seemed good at the time :) my tents got 2 burnie holes in it :( bloody camp fires :(

[gruntygiggles]

What time does the pool close? :D

Not sure, will find out for you :-)

Are endangered animals allowed?


Don't worry girth, I asked about you and they say you could come, but we may need to tether you ;-)

[phil24_7]

Cheers Cher!

[Steve]

with all the people going. if i can get the saturday off, will i still be able to turn up?
if i cant, what time is the rideout on sunday?

[Drew Carey]

There is no rideout on the Sunday, Saturday only, starting from the site at 9:30am. People may be organising their own rides on Sunday though.

[widepants]

There is no rideout on the Sunday, Saturday only, starting from the site at 9:30am. People may be organising their own rides on Sunday though.
or simply feeling like death after consuming too much cider:smt078

[Drew Carey]

This is very true. I can categorically say I will NOT be getting on my bike on the Sunday.

[gruntygiggles]

with all the people going. if i can get the saturday off, will i still be able to turn up?
if i cant, what time is the rideout on sunday?


What Drew said, but please be at the site in plenty of time for the pre-ride briefing :-)

[kwak zzr]

or simply feeling like death after consuming too much cider:smt078

+1 :shaking2:

[Viney]

T Minus 1 week and counting

[lily]

T Minus 1 week and counting

:smt026:smt026:smt026

[robh539]

cant wait :smt038

[gruntygiggles]

OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG.......I can't wait....it's crazy! :-)

[phil24_7]

I have less than 3 working days before our holiday starts. I can't wait for Thursday!!! :D

[Drew Carey]

I have less than 3 working days before our holiday starts. I can't wait for Thursday!!! :D

Me too!!!! Nice 2 day working week!!!! Can't wait.

[phil24_7]

SWEET!

I love holidays!

[BernardBikerchick]

me me me me me to me to me too !!! does anyone know post code ??

[caz650s]

me me me me me to me to me too !!! does anyone know post code ??

I think its at the AR10 the details post :cool: ... HR3 5LE .. is that your younger super model sister in your avator ?

[BernardBikerchick]

I think its at the AR10 the details post :cool: ... HR3 5LE .. is that your younger super model sister in your avator ?

cheeky its ME ! I am a supermodel !! oh no sorry i'm supermotard !!!
thanks jsut found post code too feel like a **** now lol

[robh539]

ok im really excited now, i hope i dont end end up sitting in my leathers waiting till friday comes. This is my offical 2010 holiday, and im spending it with you all awesome.

[Von Teese]

This time next week!!!!
Whoohoooo!!!
Can't wait now, getting excited!

[Kate Moss]

I'm nervous and excited and packing already!!

[phil24_7]

90% packed and ready to go. Servicing the bikes tomorrow whilst at work (gotta love working for ya dad!), pack clothes when get home, the 1 more day of work! Whoop, whoop!

[Kate Moss]

This is our 2010 holiday too and i recon it will be grrrreat! Hotel, swimming pool, bar, disco, bike riding, bunch of nutters, what more could you ask for of a holiday?!

[lily]

sounds great.... can we all come?

[gruntygiggles]

This is our 2010 holiday too and i recon it will be grrrreat! Hotel, swimming pool, bar, disco, bike riding, bunch of nutters, what more could you ask for of a holiday?!


Not quite all that anymore :-(

http://forums.sv650.org/showthread.php?t=155478

[Kate Moss]

This is our 2010 holiday too and i recon it will be grrrreat! Hotel, pool table!, bar, disco, bike riding, bunch of nutters, what more could you ask for of a holiday?!


I can't swim very well anyway! You're bringing a paddling pool anyway aren't you GG!!!

[gruntygiggles]

Yes I am Kate...lol

[Kate Moss]

Yes I am Kate...lol


Thats that sorted then, prob wont need to pack my arm bands then!!

[Littlepeahead]

Aaagghhh, phoned in sick at work today and I hardly ever get sick. Been feeling like death all weekend. Got some sort of virus. Brain has turned to lime jelly, all my limbs ache, like a hangover but without the fun of the night before. I have to be well by Friday. Oh yeah, and I broke my gear change peg yesterday - but at least that is easy to get fixed. Anyone know a miracle cure for my lurgey?

[hongman]

Lots and lots of sleep, always works for me!

[hongman]

GWS btw :(

[Viney]

Aaagghhh, phoned in sick at work today and I hardly ever get sick. Been feeling like death all weekend. Got some sort of virus. Brain has turned to lime jelly, all my limbs ache, like a hangover but without the fun of the night before. I have to be well by Friday. Oh yeah, and I broke my gear change peg yesterday - but at least that is easy to get fixed. Anyone know a miracle cure for my lurgey?Sex and lots of it, gets the endorphins going :)

[Messie]

Lime jelly. It's the homeopathic principle - treat like with like lol!

[widepants]

Lots and lots of sheep, always works for me!
well you're going to the right place

[Von Teese]

Echinacea will help to boost your immune system.
Centrum active will give you some energy and required vitamins.
Yes and lots of rest and sleep will help your body recover.
Finally a nice massage with essential oils and a soak in a hot bath ;)

[BernardBikerchick]

I'm nervous and excited and packing already!!

god me too i know i'll take everything and end up wearing same thing all weekend coz i always do that !!! but ohhh what to pack !!! ohhhhhhhhhhhh dunn o!!

[BernardBikerchick]

Echinacea will help to boost your immune system.
Centrum active will give you some energy and required vitamins.
Yes and lots of rest and sleep will help your body recover.
Finally a nice massage with essential oils and a soak in a hot bath ;)



NAHHHHHHHH Claire you need a pint of pink wine you'll be cool then;)

[BernardBikerchick]

accoring to Met check its gonna be 0degrees on sat night !! OMG!! thermals !!

[Kate Moss]

accoring to Met check its gonna be 0degrees on sat night !! OMG!! thermals !!

Oh no! Il thik of you while im tucked up in my nice warm hotel room, under a lovely duvet having had a nice hot soak!! lol

[Littlepeahead]

Yay, woke up feel loads better today. Must be the power of the Org. Booked Thursday off work so I have plenty of time to pack the panniers that I'm going to put on Mr LPH's bike - don't want any cumbersome luggage slowing me down and he's got the bigger bike.

Wired up my autocom so I can listen to my music if I fancy it too.

[robh539]

accoring to Met check its gonna be 0degrees on sat night !! OMG!! thermals !!

What, anyone what to share a tent??? :p

what place did use as the location? 10 deg is the lowest it says for Sat/Sunday at Hay on Wye

[dyzio]

13 degrees C for HR3

But it looks like anyone travelling on Friday afternoon will need their waterproofs :/

[chris8886]

Yay, woke up feel loads better today. Must be the power of the Org. Booked Thursday off work so I have plenty of time to pack the panniers that I'm going to put on Mr LPH's bike - don't want any cumbersome luggage slowing me down and he's got the bigger bike.

Wired up my autocom so I can listen to my music if I fancy it too.

woooohoooo, we can't have you not making it!

[N8te rider]

13 degrees C for HR3

But it looks like anyone travelling on Friday afternoon will need their waterproofs :/

not good. The rain icons have changed on metcheck to the big fat dark blue ones!

[hongman]

I hope my tent is waterproof!

[N8te rider]

I did a similar trip last year. Five hour ride at night in a downpour. Was THE worst ride ever. Think I might travel down saturday morning instead :-(

[hongman]

Well, its now turned to intermittent rain/cloud/sun.

Just going to ignore it now, changes more often that my gf's moods.

[fizzwheel]

Its way to early to trust the long range forecasts and way to much effort has been put in to make this happen just for us to bail out now because the forecast says its gonna rain at the weekend.

Lets be sensible about this, wait till Thursday night / Friday morning before you make your final decision.

[Specialone]

Its way to early to trust the long range forecasts and way to much effort has been put in to make this happen just for us to bail out now because the forecast says its gonna rain at the weekend.

Lets be sensible about this, wait till Thursday night / Friday morning before you make your final decision.

Im coming regardless, it may be in the car, but im coming, would be ideal with good weather but not gonna ruin it for me.

[robh539]

Im coming regardless, it may be in the car, but im coming, would be ideal with good weather but not gonna ruin it for me.

would you really? we still on for 09:45 friday otherwise?

[Specialone]

would you really? we still on for 09:45 friday otherwise?

Oh yeah,
if the weather puts the wife off though i may just shove my waterproofs on anyway and bollox to it.
Im going and thats it :)