LazyLanders

[-Ralph-]

Well, as far as Madlanders rideouts go that riding season was rubbish! We've had a couple of sucessful 'anyone going out on Saturday' runs and Phil arranged a camping weekend. That was it wasn't it?

I even resorted to riding into EAR territory to attend a rideout ;-)

Do we need to arrange them further in advance? Or get some traditions established? Other sections are organising their end of season rideouts that they do year after year.

[maviczap]

Wasn't much better in the EAR either, crap weather didn't help much either

[Specialone]

I agree Col, I always try and arrange stuff but nobody can be bothered, I try to make any madlanders rides that happen.

Half of them have turned gay and sold their bikes.

Btw, We need to get back into our laning as well.

Must admit I've been busy this summer, when the weather has been good I've been away.

I'm still planning on the Normandy long weekend April time.

[robh539]

edited for you

I agree Col, I always try and arrange stuff but nobody can be bothered, I try to make any madlanders rides that happen.

Half of them have turned gay and sold their bikes.

Btw, We need to get back into our brown laning as well.

Must admit I've been busy this summer, when the weather has been good I've been away.

I'm still planning on the Normandy long weekend April time.


yeah was quite im not been on any this year ;)...... roll on next year my friend haha

[metalhead19]

but nobody can be bothered.

I resent that. I went to most of your saturday rides.
But to be fair. More happens in this section that it does in SWS!

[Binky]

It has been a bit crap yeah. My excuse was my final year of uni (pretty important btw, for those of you who don't know what higher education is ;) ) and now a vast lack of funds. Trying to earn what little money i have resorted to me missing most of the Saturday/Sunday rides too.

Far in advance stuff is a good shout. :)

[ravingdavis]

It's because I have left the Madlands. You guys are nothing without me.

[Binky]

It's because I have left the Madlands. You guys are nothing without me.

We only went on so many rides because we were trying to get away from you mate. No one invited you.

[ravingdavis]

We only went on so many rides because we were trying to get away from you mate. No one invited you.

Whatevers looser. I was well popular innit.

[Specialone]

We only went on so many rides because we were trying to get away from you mate. No one invited you.
+1

[ravingdavis]

It hurts that you agree with him Phil. I'm deeply wounded.

[Specialone]

It hurts that you agree with him Phil. I'm deeply wounded.

You'll get over it, you walked out on us, what do you expect?

[loonytoon]

i would attend a lot more ride outs but they are always on a saturday an i work saturdays.
im always out an about for a play on sundays if anyones around drop me a message

[robh539]

You'll get over it, you walked out on us, what do you expect?
Was a good leaving party... shame you couldnt make it RD ;)

[Drew Carey]

Half of them have turned gay and sold their bikes.


Being one of the above......I sold up as sorry to say but Motorcycling is far to expensive to have as a hobby.....unless you have lots of expendable cash - which we don't.

As for rideouts, the Madlanders to be fair has always been quiet....I have only been on one that I can remember which is the one Col did. There just simply aren't enough active numbers in the area - hence why we used to go on those in Wales etc more often.

I think a lot of people are in the same boat - when times are hard, what is the point in burning more cash in fuel - when you can sell an asset to make things easier?!?!

We will be returning to bikes, when we are in a position to afford to cover fuel, insurance, tax, servicing etc etc without making things finances hard to live by.

Anyways, what with Xmas on its way, will be good to see everyone again at the Xmas market is all are up for it.

[loonytoon]

Being one of the above......I sold up as sorry to say but Motorcycling is far to expensive to have as a hobby.....unless you have lots of expendable cash - which we don't.

As for rideouts, the Madlanders to be fair has always been quiet....I have only been on one that I can remember which is the one Col did. There just simply aren't enough active numbers in the area - hence why we used to go on those in Wales etc more often.

I think a lot of people are in the same boat - when times are hard, what is the point in burning more cash in fuel - when you can sell an asset to make things easier?!?!

We will be returning to bikes, when we are in a position to afford to cover fuel, insurance, tax, servicing etc etc without making things finances hard to live by.

Anyways, what with Xmas on its way, will be good to see everyone again at the Xmas market is all are up for it.

Well im sure theres always someone who can help you with the servicing and bits if help is needed, i think i might have to pop up the xmas market an see some people :smt045

[Drew Carey]

Not really the servicing side of things that bothered me, was more that going on a rideout would cost 40+ quids in fuel, added to that monthly insurance, plus paying monthly for the bike etc......soon turns into a £200-£300 per month hobby.

So Lily and I said we would not get bikes until we could afford to pay outright for the bike and insurance etc.

[G]

I sold my bike because going out on my own was boring and no one ever wanted to :D

My lust for riding died went peteandlissa quit, they knew all the good routes, all the good places to stop and did it at a good pace.

Then there's all the other reasons like people seriously injuring themselves, or worse :(... And the need for my licence.

[Mr Speirs]

My lust for riding died went peteandlissa quit.

I'll admit that too.

Pete n Lissa's passion for riding was infectious. First year riding I did over 8k miles. Did 7.5k in my second year and my third year after illness forced Pete to stop riding I have done a grand total of 2.5k. You could always rely on them to be doing something interesting and whilst 13 hour days didn't suit everyone it was fine for me and we had some good times.

Recently: There have been days where the weather was beautiful and there was no excuse not to but couldn't find the enthusiasm to get out on my own.

Bike riding has always been purely pleasure for me and so going out with others is the only way I get pleasure out of it.

I will however carry on riding on trackdays but for now I won't be riding on the roads. Ill see how I feel next summer so might be out then however my 2012 is now looking a bit full on with solid work commitments until mid July next year. So not looking good for any type of riding.

[orose]

Interesting last couple of posts, I'd say - I ride a lot, but there are times when it's a bit of a chore.

Maybe the thing to do is to find a bike club in your local area - I used to enjoy the social rides with my IAM group, but that obviously isn't for everyone, and there are always the TRF groups for the mucky pups amongst us.

[Specialone]

I'll be honest, I haven't been riding as long as some in our group but I agree about the riding alone, when I do go for a ride on my own it's never as far or as long, I much prefer going out with others, it's more enjoyable.

As G said about the people crashing, that's never gonna leave us or the worry of losing our licenses, I limit my speed on the road mostly for this very reason, unlike most I don't need to be going flat out to enjoy riding.

We each get different things from riding I guess but it is what you make it.

After France this year I want to do more travelling as well so I won't be giving up anytime soon.

[loonytoon]

it makes me feel sad that some people or losing intrest :(
its coming to the end of my first year on the sv and i have managed to rattle up just over 20k an most of thats pleasure he he

[Drew Carey]

it makes me feel sad that some people or losing intrest :(
its coming to the end of my first year on the sv and i have managed to rattle up just over 20k an most of thats pleasure he he

Lol. For me I've never lost the interest. Just my head started to rule my heart. The minute we can afford them, both me and Lily will be on 2 wheels.

As for Pete n Lissa. Must admit I had a similar feeling once Hovis passed, I just couldn't be bothered anymore. When there wasn't a ride out, he would come over and we would just on our bikes somewhere. So know how you guys feel, when you lose people from being on the org (for whatever reason) there are less keen people around - so you ride solo more often.

[-Ralph-]

I can't manage more than a week or two without riding the bike, riding the bike relaxes both muscles and brain for me and there's something psychological about it that puts my perspective right on things and puts all my ducks back in a straight line. Concentrating on riding the bike for a couple of hours, seems to allow me to think clearer the next day. I'm going to SORN the Daytona for the winter, but I couldn't manage without the XT as a winter hack. I go out on my own quite regularly.

[Dicky Ticker]

Interesting points of view here regarding the expense and possibly that people have to work to sustain their income during the economic climate.
I was going to give up/buy a smaller bike or change my current bike that I have had for seven years and for the want of better words"Bored" with it.
This is where I revert back to the expense,very little to insure £160,Tax £75, complete large service plus extras £350 still got good tyres on it so for what I got offered either as a sale or p/x it looks like I will be still plodding about on the old girl next year.
It is nice to unwind by going out for a nice ride on your own at your own pace and blow the cobwebs off as it is also nice to ride in company but I am not a fan of large groups,i.e. more that 5-6,as it always seems to incur some sort of "Incident"

[Specialone]

I can't manage more than a week or two without riding the bike, riding the bike relaxes both muscles and brain for me and there's something psychological about it that puts my perspective right on things and puts all my ducks back in a straight line. Concentrating on riding the bike for a couple of hours, seems to allow me to think clearer the next day. I'm going to SORN the Daytona for the winter, but I couldn't manage without the XT as a winter hack. I go out on my own quite regularly.

+1
You only go out on your own cos you dont ask anyone else anymore ;)

[robh539]

I agree with you col, I just cant bloody ride driving me nuts thb. And wont be riding until mid 2012 :(...... I have thoughy about selling and getting a new bike when the time comes but I cant do it.
Was a little jealous of phil in france, tho was fun in the car. Will deffo be in france on bike next year, got some making up to do

[loonytoon]

so who here on the madlanders actualy rides all year round and isn't scared of the cold wet weather just enjoys going out on there bike ?
i have posted a couple of times saying i will be going out on a certain date an it seems no one is bothered :(

[beabert]

so who here on the madlanders actualy rides all year round and isn't scared of the cold wet weather just enjoys going out on there bike ?
i have posted a couple of times saying i will be going out on a certain date an it seems no one is bothered :(

Me its my only transport.

But i ride very slow 99% of the time. So im not interested in meeting people for rides as there idea of a ride is completely different to mine.

Im also more spontaenous, planning doesnt work for me (Not getting into why). I'd happily go out for a ride now at 11pm, but everyone else has resposibilities unlike me.

One of my friends used to be the same. Just randomly text me and off we went. Good times.

[loonytoon]

Me its my only transport.

But i ride very slow 99% of the time. So im not interested in meeting people for rides as there idea of a ride is completely different to mine.

Im also more spontaenous, planning doesnt work for me (Not getting into why). I'd happily go out for a ride now at 11pm, but everyone else has resposibilities unlike me.

One of my friends used to be the same. Just randomly text me and off we went. Good times.

well i just tend to pootle along an enjoy the scenery lol, i love just going for random rides its just one of them things that to most think hell no but it one of the most enjoyable things to do :smt045
i dont really have comitments work next day but i can survive on no sleep if it means a ride :D

[beabert]

well i just tend to pootle along an enjoy the scenery lol, i love just going for random rides its just one of them things that to most think hell no but it one of the most enjoyable things to do :smt045
i dont really have comitments work next day but i can survive on no sleep if it means a ride :D

Well you seem to ride for the same reason as me. If you really dont mind going slow most of the time, and i mean slow:D and arent going analyze my ride and talk about safety constantly, then PM me for my number mate.

I actually like town riding too, which also isnt normal :D Ill go anywhere even if its just round brum.

[loonytoon]

oh i enjoy riding no matter where it is as long as im out on my bike.
i dont go fast alot of the time just stick to speed limits an potter. no im not one of these that analyze peoples riding all the time, i only say something if i see something dangerous.

[Binky]

Well you seem to ride for the same reason as me. If you really dont mind going slow most of the time, and i mean slow:D and arent going analyze my ride and talk about safety constantly, then PM me for my number mate.

I actually like town riding too, which also isnt normal :D Ill go anywhere even if its just round brum.


i dont go fast alot of the time just stick to speed limits an potter. no im not one of these that analyze peoples riding all the time, i only say something if i see something dangerous.

I'm beginning to think the Midlands is the wrong area of the country for me to live in.

Who doesn't like to go quicky 110% of the time!!?? :(

[beabert]

oh i enjoy riding no matter where it is as long as im out on my bike.
i dont go fast alot of the time just stick to speed limits an potter. no im not one of these that analyze peoples riding all the time, i only say something if i see something dangerous.

I'm beginning to think the Midlands is the wrong area of the country for me to live in.

Who doesn't like to go quicky 110% of the time!!?? :(

Its just not relaxing. Too much concentration and noise.

I prefer the acceleration, wheelies, stoppies, and fast filtering lol. But not sitting at speed for long periods. I like a bumble.

[Specialone]

I'm beginning to think the Midlands is the wrong area of the country for me to live in.

Who doesn't like to go quicky 110% of the time!!?? :(

People who worry about crashing, not being able to pay their bills if they get injured or worse and keeping our important license.
As we get older, consequences of our actions becomes part of the equation.

You young uns will lose that no fear attitude one day, I guarantee :smt045

[G]

People who worry about crashing, not being able to pay their bills if they get injured or worse and keeping our important license.
As we get older, consequences of our actions becomes part of the equation.

You young uns will lose that no fear attitude one day, I guarantee :smt045


:smt045 Although I've injured myself more since packing in motorised bikes for mountain bikes :lol:

[Drew Carey]

:smt045 Although I've injured myself more since packing in motorised bikes for mountain bikes :lol:

Yeah I would agree with that!!! More chance of being injured, but I would say less chance of being injured seriously - or worse.

[beabert]

People who worry about crashing, not being able to pay their bills if they get injured or worse and keeping our important license.
As we get older, consequences of our actions becomes part of the equation.

You young uns will lose that no fear attitude one day, I guarantee :smt045
In fear if being branded an oldun. Im informing everyone i still have no fear :D

But yes; if i had a family and the respnsibilites that come with it, I would probably sell my bike.

[ravingdavis]

People who worry about crashing, not being able to pay their bills if they get injured or worse and keeping our important license.
As we get older, consequences of our actions becomes part of the equation.

You young uns will lose that no fear attitude one day, I guarantee :smt045

Thankfully I have a long time to go until I get as old as you.

I hope to be getting out on the bike plenty next year, now I've got a car it can go back to being a toy and something I do for fun rather than a requirement.

[robh539]

Thankfully I have a long time to go until I get as old as you.


Wow hard life then dave? ;)

[ravingdavis]

No not really. I just like to poke fun at Phil whenever the opportunity arises. :)

[Specialone]

No not really. I just like to poke fun at Phil whenever the opportunity arises. :)

Thank you =D>

[-Ralph-]

You'll never catch up with Phil, it doesn't matter how old you get, we can all be rest assured that as long as he's still alive, Phil will be still be older than the rest of us! ;-) :lol:

[Specialone]

Col, I can take it off raping but not you, you should be on my side considering you're closer to my age than theirs ;)
So that said, Bolox :smt098

[-Ralph-]

Col, I can take it off raping but not you, you should be on my side considering you're closer to my age than theirs ;)
So that said, Bolox :smt098

:smt046

[loonytoon]

I'm beginning to think the Midlands is the wrong area of the country for me to live in.

Who doesn't like to go quicky 110% of the time!!?? :(


well give me a shout some time when your off out riding an i shall see if im about

[beabert]

well give me a shout some time when your off out riding an i shall see if im about


I knew it! speed freak :D

[ravingdavis]

Why think about organising the Lazylanders inaugural rideout to kick off a much more active 2012 season?

[orose]

I think you need to get a handle on your own patch... we seem to have loads of rides in the peaks and nearby surrounding area, but we just don't invite you lot :p

[Binky]

I'm definitely up for an end of season ride before the clocks go back. Where would people like to go? I know the Peaks pretty well, but other than that it'll be Google guess work from a tank bag...

[loonytoon]

well the 2011 season isnt over yet still time to ride, im not fussed where we head i normally pick a direction an just go see where i end up :)

[rusty76]

Got to admit; I’m probably also gonna be joining the ghey chain with my madlander bum chummies

And for all the afore-mentioned issues: not enough time, too expensive , don’t get the same amount of pleasure from it, too risky for the licence, etc etc

TBH I rode far more on the track last year. Six trackdays, more than double my number of rideouts. I love the laugh & banter on rideouts but for riding pleasure trackdays win hands down

Might try a bit of green laning but I reckon I’ll knock it on the head for riding big bikes on the road

Oh, and here’s a pic from Snett. Not bad for saying I slept in a garage the night before…

http://i745.photobucket.com/albums/xx98/rusty1976_bucket/SRADsnett.jpg

PS My insurance/tax is still valid for a while yet, so I might be up for another meet-up before she goes

[Specialone]

Ghey

[-Ralph-]

We're the only two left Phil, think we need to join another forum! ;-)

[Specialone]

I'll be fecking struggling for numbers on the normandy trip thats for sure :(
Dont worry Col, i wont be giving up any time soon, unless i become very skint, then i may just downsize to one bike.

[The Idle Biker]

Helloo in here. Move to Guildford, there's no one around for many ride outs in the Guildford Massive. I think it should be called the Guildford Missing.

[rusty76]

Ghey

Aye, can't handle the excitement anymore. Might buy a Triumph

[robh539]

Aye, can't handle the excitement anymore. Might buy a Triumph

lmao, you retiring then rusty?

[Luckypants]

I'll be fecking struggling for numbers on the normandy trip thats for sure :(

I'll keep me eye out for that one Phil.

[MisterTommyH]

I'll be fecking struggling for numbers on the normandy trip thats for sure :(


I might be up for that Phil, depending on when you're thinking...

[Specialone]

I'll keep me eye out for that one Phil.

I might be up for that Phil, depending on when you're thinking...

I'm thinking end of April ish as the weather is normally half decent around that time.

[rusty76]

lmao, you retiring then rusty?

From road riding mate

I've got a trackbike and trailer now, so can't really justify the tuono

[Mr Speirs]

From road riding mate

I've got a trackbike and trailer now, so can't really justify the tuono

It's weird when you get a track bike aint it? You just seem to less fun on the road. Theres nothing like getting to a track the night before. Having a few drinkys with mates, then getting up the next day and spending the entire day riding and chatting about bikes.

I guess it's the same type of pleasure as going for an NW or a peaks weekend but cheaper and more frequent.

[Old Git]

I'm thinking end of April ish as the weather is normally half decent around that time.

Phil, depending on when you actually go, may see you on the way back then!
Have booked the night boat down to Bilbao again & riding back, going good Friday & then back through Caen week on Sunday, so if you are in Normandy area, give us a wave|!
Bike is tucked up in the workshop now for some winter polishing, so will keep looking on here to see if there are any madlanders left come spring.

[Specialone]

Don't worry OG, there will still be a few of us lol.

You taking your missus in April ?

[ravingdavis]

I'd love to go on that France thing, how you doing it, camping?

[Specialone]

I'd love to go on that France thing, how you doing it, camping?

Yeah think so, will work out cheaper thus attracting some more peeps.

Camping in France is cheap generally with better facilities.

[MisterTommyH]

Have you put a thread up for it yet?

GM threads just gone up and that's in June....

[Specialone]

Have you put a thread up for it yet?

GM threads just gone up and that's in June....

You trying to shame me into organising something early ;)

[rusty76]

It's weird when you get a track bike aint it? You just seem to less fun on the road.


Good point Spiers

The absence of looking out for tractors, wNkers, cops, speed cameras etc and concentrating only my own enjoyment (and that ain't necessarily being fast cos I'm not) has lead to me resorting to the track and abandoning the road. I'll miss my Tuono and talking ****e at meets and ride outs, but don't think I'll actually miss the road.

Anyway mate, my SRAD's currently in bits, but if the weathers good there are are plenty of cheap options coming up, might be tempted to squeeze in another TD before end of the year

[rusty76]

if the weathers good there are are plenty of cheap options coming up, might be tempted to squeeze in another TD before end of the year

Like Donny (noisy) for 80 quid. 28 Oct

[ravingdavis]

Yeah think so, will work out cheaper thus attracting some more peeps.

Camping in France is cheap generally with better facilities.

I'll defo come along, when you know more details let me know.

[Specialone]

Ok folks I'll get a thread up by the end of the week and see what were like for numbers.

[-Ralph-]

How long is the Normandy trip planned for?

[Specialone]

Long weekend, 3 full days I guess.

[-Ralph-]

Would be up for that then.

[loonytoon]

so who is actually up for a bit of a ride out before most people retire there bikes for the winter :(

[beabert]

so who is actually up for a bit of a ride out before most people retire there bikes for the winter :(#

I was gonna text you earlier to see if you were coming out! damn it lol

[MisterTommyH]

so who is actually up for a bit of a ride out before most people retire there bikes for the winter :(

Why are you putting the bike away for the winter?

[loonytoon]

Why are you putting the bike away for the winter?
im not but it appears lots of people on here are scared of the cold, think they need to man up :smt045

[Specialone]

It's not the cold that we worry about, it's the greasy conditions, mud and salt that we don't like.

I ride my DRZ more in the winter, I don't want my sprint getting tarnished by tons of road salt thanks.

A few of us a couple of xmas's ago went out for a ride when it had snowed and settled on the morning, so we don't need to man up.
I'm also self employed so taking unnecessary risks on dodgy roads in the winter isn't a good idea, I get injured, I don't get paid.

[-Ralph-]

There's no such thing as inappropriate weather conditions, only inappropriate clothing. Riding for me is a hobby though, so why should I do it when it's not pleasurable? That means rain. If it's dry, not bothered about the cold, been out round the Scottish highlands in sub zero temperatures many times.

And yeah, like Phil I don't like my bike getting into this state

http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd82/colinbal4/SNC00197.jpg

http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd82/colinbal4/SNC00196.jpg

http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd82/colinbal4/SNC00200.jpg

So the Daytona will be on SORN this winter and I'll use my XT

[Binky]

Right, think i'm going to head out tomorrow if anyone fancies coming along? Not entirely sure where yet, but open to suggestions. Maybe towards Wales and Kidderminster way...

[loonytoon]

cant dude im working till 5 :(

[Mr Speirs]

Well..I guess the curse of lazylanders strikes again haha
I can't Binky cos I don't have a bike! Actually I do but the guy is coming to pick it up on Tuesday but I can't ride it.

[steveg]

I would love to attend a madlanders Saturday ride out , however work most Saturdays ... including today so will miss the Wales game :(

TBH with the price of petrol , don't often get out on the weekend , use bike every day for work which is plenty of miles a week

There is no way I could afford to keep the bike just for fun

Cheers Steveg

[Specialone]

Well I was heading out today with metalhead, but I've woke up this morning with my back still painful after hurting it yesterday, I'm gutted, weather looks perfect :(

[metalhead19]

Right, think i'm going to head out tomorrow if anyone fancies coming along? Not entirely sure where yet, but open to suggestions. Maybe towards Wales and Kidderminster way...

Sounds good to me

[loonytoon]

well i was out making lots of noise last sunday great fun toying with two fazer thou's :)
i shall be heading for doms cafe this sunday with a few mates if anyone out ?