View Full Version : BMF Toy Run, Mallory Park, 6th December
Dukedolph will be attending this, if we're not iced in again this year! :(
Anyone else planning to come along to help make Christmas a happier time for kiddies in hospital? :D
mikelcfc
22-10-09, 05:55 PM
depends whens the bottesford one is?
Sadly, Bottesford is the same day. :(
Not very good organisation!
robh539
22-10-09, 06:50 PM
What do you have to do?
What do you have to do?
You just buy a present or two for kiddies who will be in hospital at Xmas, bring them along, and enjoy the ride to deliver them. :D
They don't have to be huge presents, although it's preferred you don't bring cuddly toys.
This year the run is apparently going to Leicester Royal Infirmary.
robh539
22-10-09, 07:22 PM
Yeah i could be up for a bit of that.
Yeah i could be up for a bit of that.
Nice one! Wearing a Santa suit over your bike gear isn't obligatory, but adds to the occasion. :D
This was us on the SV.
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j5/Lissasv650/Bikedolf-1.jpg
robh539
22-10-09, 07:30 PM
lmao love it, ill deffo dress as santa. Yeah will gladly go for the kiddes. And for the ride,of course
lmao love it, ill deffo dress as santa. Yeah will gladly go for the kiddes. And for the ride,of course
The rides aren't very quick, but people line the streets to watch, the police tend to stop traffic for us, and it's all a good laugh for a good cause!
Win win.
ravingdavis
22-10-09, 08:15 PM
Ohh this sounds like fun... lets see how quick I can get the bike done for!
sunshine
22-10-09, 08:55 PM
so it will take us into Leicester?
yes i should be able to make this, my brother goes to leicester uni. so i could make a stop to see him and go eat all his food .
Where the org meeting up for this one? someone where i know how to get to?
tanis34
22-10-09, 09:01 PM
http://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm247/tanis34/PC070270.jpg
we should be there again lol:smt111
This sounds great. Think I may be up for this, just gotta find an outfit for the zx6 to wear.
FlyinCustard
25-10-09, 04:36 PM
I think i'd be interested, according to google maps the finish (which i'm sure u sed was in leicester) is 60miles from me in Chesterfield, Derbys.
But where would the start be?
And I'm guessing it's free to do it (toys and fuel asside)
I think i'd be interested, according to google maps the finish (which i'm sure u sed was in leicester) is 60miles from me in Chesterfield, Derbys.
But where would the start be?
And I'm guessing it's free to do it (toys and fuel asside)
The start is Mallory Park, which Google reckons is about 50 miles from Chesterfield.
Yes, it's free to do. ;)
mikelcfc
25-10-09, 06:37 PM
ok as everyone seems to be doing this one, i guess il tag along to it aswell then. sorry folks :)
larigos
27-10-09, 09:33 PM
May join this ....third time lucky on managing to meet up on time and not get lost on route.
sunshine
28-10-09, 01:41 AM
well im going to be there so getting lost is my job :D
ok as everyone seems to be doing this one, i guess il tag along to it aswell then. sorry folks :)
Good you're joining us Mike. It's just a shame they couldn't pick different days for the two runs.
May join this ....third time lucky on managing to meet up on time and not get lost on route.
well im going to be there so getting lost is my job :D
No-one is allowed to get lost! That's the law! :D
tanis34
28-11-09, 09:16 PM
but im good at geting lost , the missus keeps telling me to lol
sunshine
29-11-09, 02:11 PM
this is next sunday?
i guess i must of forgot it was so soon, any ideas on what to get them then?
and wheres the org meeting for this?
Get whatever toy you can manage to carry on the bike. No soft toys though, please!
We'll see you at Mallory Park. :D
I presume the presents need to be wrapped and tagged saying whether they are for girls or boys?
Looking forward to this now, just got some tinsel to decorate the zx6/7 (depending on weather) :)
I presume the presents need to be wrapped and tagged saying whether they are for girls or boys?
Looking forward to this now, just got some tinsel to decorate the zx6/7 (depending on weather) :)
That's right, wrapped and tagged with boy/girl and approximate age range. :smt023
I hope you stick the tinsel on well, just in case it's windy! :D
Will wrap tonight then! Thanks Lissa.
tanis34
03-12-09, 10:40 PM
i should be there and ill be bringing my son jordan instead of teresa , at least i wont get nagged at as much lol
Definately up for this! 'Toys R Us' in the morning!!!
Pete & Lissa, do you want to meet at Aunti Ruths on Sunday mnorning for the ride upto Mallory? Think a cuppa will be well needed prior to the good day ahead!!!
Dave.
Definately up for this! 'Toys R Us' in the morning!!!
Pete & Lissa, do you want to meet at Aunti Ruths on Sunday mnorning for the ride upto Mallory? Think a cuppa will be well needed prior to the good day ahead!!!
Dave.
Now that sounds like a damned good idea, Dave! :D
I'll consult the oracle later and we'll post up a meet time. :thumright:
Definately up for this! 'Toys R Us' in the morning!!!
Pete & Lissa, do you want to meet at Aunti Ruths on Sunday mnorning for the ride upto Mallory? Think a cuppa will be well needed prior to the good day ahead!!!
Dave.
Can't make this one unfortunately, but as far as I know Auntie Ruths on the A5 has closed. It's gonna be an Indian restaurant!
Have a good day all:D
What time does this start from Mallory? Debating whether to leave decorating the bike until Sunday morning or Saturday evening. Sorry for asking all the questions, most disorganised person in the world at the moment.
Found it, ignore me.
http://www.bmf-midlands.co.uk/Whats%20On/Toy%20Run%202009.pdf
mikelcfc
04-12-09, 01:37 PM
what tim eis everyone gettin g there for then?
petevtwin650
04-12-09, 03:50 PM
Definately up for this! 'Toys R Us' in the morning!!!
Pete & Lissa, do you want to meet at Aunti Ruths on Sunday mnorning for the ride upto Mallory? Think a cuppa will be well needed prior to the good day ahead!!!
Dave.
Can't make this one unfortunately, but as far as I know Auntie Ruths on the A5 has closed. It's gonna be an Indian restaurant!
Have a good day all:D
Getting no reply when I ring Auntie Ruths, so it looks like Paiste is correct. Thanks for the heads up Dan.
MaccyD's about a mile up the road. 9.30 to leave at 10.15. That ok folks?
http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=52.554895,-1.380824&sll=53.800651,-4.064941&sspn=12.113693,28.256836&ie=UTF8&ll=52.55642,-1.379642&spn=0.006079,0.013797&z=16
what tim eis everyone gettin g there for then?
Should be at Mallory for 10.30 Mike or come down and join us for a cuppa first.
I'll go straight to Mallory. Mike I could meet you in that layby again if you like?
MaccyD's about a mile up the road. 9.30 to leave at 10.15. That ok folks?
Okey dokey Pete, Maccy D's it is! See ya all on Sunday morning!
Mr Speirs
05-12-09, 02:09 PM
I think I may join peeps on this. Just need to refit panels to my bike and buy a present.
I will meet you guys as Maccy Ds also.
sunshine
05-12-09, 06:59 PM
ok should be able to meet at the maccy d's its only slightly off route to Mallory.
larigos
05-12-09, 07:17 PM
Will have to be a no show on this. My shoulder still isn't great since ripping a muscle. Tried the 7 miles to work and that requires pain killers. Think riding out that far would require treatment and a bed at the hospital :-(.
Have a good one.
tanis34
05-12-09, 09:48 PM
Will have to be a no show on this. My shoulder still isn't great since ripping a muscle. Tried the 7 miles to work and that requires pain killers. Think riding out that far would require treatment and a bed at the hospital :-(.
Have a good one.
sorry to hear that m8 take it easy and gws :santa:
petevtwin650
05-12-09, 10:56 PM
Ok everybody, see you either at MaccyD's or Mallory. Except for Larigos :( GWS
robh539
05-12-09, 11:33 PM
have a great day guys im working in the morning :(
ride safe
I've kept my eye on this one and don't think i can make it tommorrow. Got a few things that need doing.
Plus i don't have a toy. :(
Have a safe bimble guys.
mikelcfc
06-12-09, 03:13 AM
SHHIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIITTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTT TTTTTTTTTTTTTT
ive only gone and forgot to get a bloody toy!!!!
will a generous donation be suffice??
A donation is usually fine, Mike, yes. :D
Well, it's a bit damp this morning, but it's supposed to clear up later, so what the Heck. :D
Can't let the kiddies down just because of a bit of rain!
See you all later. :thumbsup:
Bloody rain! Still coming though, just gotta get the OH out of bed. :) See you all at Mallory soon.
mikelcfc
06-12-09, 08:31 AM
crickey,, deffinately a textles day.. see you all later, zoe, i think im heading to maccy d's so il see you at mallory
Stopped raining here! Woohoo!:D
Heading off in ten mins. See you soon.
punyXpress
06-12-09, 11:50 AM
[QUOTE=Binky;2116805]
Plus i don't have a toy. :(
Some Say ; You are a toy! ;)
tanis34
06-12-09, 04:31 PM
wot a great day it was in the end it was good to see you all and to see dukedolph in the flesh so to speak pictures to follow
sunshine
06-12-09, 04:31 PM
good few miles today, that gxsr was a bit quick for me tho
and Pete you was right about them choke plungers sorted out while on a warm engine, or at least they was stuck and I freed them up so will find out tomorrow.
Mr Speirs
06-12-09, 04:37 PM
What you mean the really fast GSXR with the old man riding it? :) Pedestrian. :)
sunshine
06-12-09, 04:42 PM
I said it was a bit quick not really fast, slight difference :D
tanis34
06-12-09, 04:57 PM
http://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm247/tanis34/STA72607.jpg
http://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm247/tanis34/STA72617.jpg
http://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm247/tanis34/STA72614.jpg
What you mean the really fast GSXR with the old man riding it? :) Pedestrian. :)
What, this old man? :D
http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i184/petevtwin650/Mallory%20Toy%20Run%202009/BMFtoyrun2009014.jpg
Who'd have thought we'd have ended up having such a brilliant day weather-wise!
Thank you all for making the effort today, and I hope you all enjoyed it.
Couple more pics
Group shot, but sadly not all the orgers bikes there.
http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i184/petevtwin650/Mallory%20Toy%20Run%202009/BMFtoyrun2009024.jpg
This is how to line up for a group photo!
http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i184/petevtwin650/Mallory%20Toy%20Run%202009/BMFtoyrun2009008.jpg
Tanis, great pics of us on Dukedolph, thank you very much! :D
Dukedolph looks awesome! Would have loved to have been there :( starting to get withdrawal symptoms from not riding now...
Ha, 'old man on a gixer'.
Nice costume Dave. I suppose Dukedolph was alright as well. ;)
Looks like a could day.
What you mean the really fast GSXR with the old man riding it? :) Pedestrian. :)
There was a pedestrian stage just after MH, was held up by a yellow thing that kept overheating :D
I said it was a bit quick not really fast, slight difference :D
Stick religiously to the limits me :salut: Sorry I lost ya there ;)
What, this old man? :D
Who'd have thought we'd have ended up having such a brilliant day weather-wise!
Thank you all for making the effort today, and I hope you all enjoyed it.
Yes, I know Im old.
Was a great day & the weather stayed kind!!! Good to meet new friends and old, good to see the banter was at the usual high (or should I say low) standard ;)
Mr Speirs
06-12-09, 07:40 PM
I need me one of them posts to put my helmet on too like the coppers.
Very enjoyable day. Sorry I couldn't come for the ride afterwards, outlaws are coming so the house needed cleaning :(. I don't think my wrist would have held out anyway, all that stopping and starting in Leicester ruined me, I blame my Mother for giving me weak wrists!
Good to see you all again and nice to meet some new people.
petevtwin650
07-12-09, 08:53 AM
and Pete you was right about them choke plungers sorted out while on a warm engine, or at least they was stuck and I freed them up so will find out tomorrow.
Blimey, I'm shocked :smt107. Something I suggested has actually been right! :confused:
Glad to have been able to help, Sunshine.
Was a great day & the weather stayed kind!!! Good to meet new friends and old, good to see the banter was at the usual high (or should I say low) standard ;)
Luckily, Mike's lap dancing secret is safe with us eh Dave?;-) Butt :smt043, you can be sure I'll not be taking any 50p's from him.
Always nice when a few Orgers get together. Hope Jordan has recovered from the little blat to MH, Tanis and thanks to Zobers other half for conveying our pressies. Disappointed we didn't see the cup holder in the flesh, so to speak (to paraphrase Tanis) :smt086
lol! You could have asked ;) Bloody thermals.
tanis34
07-12-09, 07:56 PM
yes jordans recovered now he really enjoyed the day but i can see there being a fight between teresa and jordan nxt year as to whos coming on the bike lol
Tanis, your pic of us is on the Ducatisti home page! :D
http://www.ducatisti.co.uk/
Hi folks, I'm in the newbie category here and not sure how I'll stick with the social networking stuff but let's see what follows. I'm guessing you are some of the SV guys I met on the toy run (the Reindeer was awesome?) Riding a silver-blue fully faired 56 reg SV which I've had for 6 months (and the guy following is just getting used to the engine breaking.)
Any of you East Midlanders braving the Brass Monkey (TheVic, Coalville midday ish on 2nd Jan?). Do you local guys (and gals) meet up for runs or whatever?
Hi folks, I'm in the newbie category here and not sure how I'll stick with the social networking stuff but let's see what follows. I'm guessing you are some of the SV guys I met on the toy run (the Reindeer was awesome?) Riding a silver-blue fully faired 56 reg SV which I've had for 6 months (and the guy following is just getting used to the engine breaking.)
Any of you East Midlanders braving the Brass Monkey (TheVic, Coalville midday ish on 2nd Jan?). Do you local guys (and gals) meet up for runs or whatever?
Hi Les :D
Pete and I were on the reindeer bike, and chatted to a couple of newbie SV-ers. Did we speak to you at Mallory Park, or at the hospital?
We've done The Brass Monkey run for the last couple of years, but haven't decided about this year yet.
Brass Monkey? I may come out for this. Is there a website?
Brass Monkey? I may come out for this. Is there a website?
Indeedy! Just scroll down! :D
http://www.vicbikerspub.co.uk/
tanis34
27-12-09, 10:17 PM
Tanis, your pic of us is on the Ducatisti home page! :D
http://www.ducatisti.co.uk/
that was a good photo lol
ravingdavis
27-12-09, 11:56 PM
That Brass monkey thing looks good. If my new gear lever has arrived when i get back to to the UK later this week then ill get the bike roadworthy and head out to that I think.
Lissa - At the hospital. At was strange to be there in daylight - I'm usually there in the small hours accompanying teenagers with double vision. (Bikes are safer than football!) I'll look out for you at the Vic.
LesJ- You are not far from me, PM me if you ever fancy a ride out. Rusty76 and mikelcfc live just round the corner too and I am sure they will be up for a potter. :)
Hi Zobers,
good to make the contact :). I shall let you guys know when I'm up for a ride.
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