GMV Banter

[SIII]

Here it is folks, getting excited already:cool:

[buckstone]

So, it's all booked up and organised already :p

Well done for taking it on - happy to help if you need anything ....

[appollo1]

well done for getting the ball rolling with this so soon

what is D&G like for midgies?

[combatfred]

Well done Ron.
The date is on my calendar. Will be there for sure :D.

[SIII]

D&G is brilliant for midgies,

We got loads and loads of them!

[Reeder]

I would like to come to this, but like everything else I can't commit. Will see closer to the time :)

[carelesschucca]

Go on son you know you wanna!!!

[TamSV]

Ach nuts. I'm going to be at bloody Center Parks that weekend. :(

[sv4me]

:cheers: well done SIII for taking it on

Had fun couple of days riding round the borders before GM last year, some great roads :D will spend the whole week up there this time sampling Scotlands finest

[fenjer]

A yurt!!!

I want a Yurt! loads of space an no midges inside! Party in the yurt!

[Bluefish]

Here it is folks, getting excited already:cool:
I'm with you on that, I wanna pack the bike and go now, cept it's too cold ;):D

[carelesschucca]

I'm the same already thinking about getting the spacers so my soft panniers for the beers will fit the bike, god damn those high level cans.

[Bri w]

Stuff it.

Count me in, not been around D&G for years.

[SIII]

Only 199 days to go!:rolleyes:

[Artful]

Go on... get the t-shirt comp under way, you know you want to :p

[carelesschucca]

Go on... get the t-shirt comp under way, you know you want to :p

fight!!! Fight!!! FIGHT!!! FIGHT!!! :)

[muzikill]

Never been to a meeting and kick myself for not making it all these years. I have a valid excuse this time though as I should be west coast usa on my honeymoon. I finally get hitched.

[SIII]

Clothing - Here's your chance to join The GMV team? Ask not what your GMV can do for you, but what you can do for your GMV

Does anybody fancy taking this wee job on then? Start the thread, put the poll up when the designs are in and liase with t-shirt printer?

Think it was fenjer last year and ordered thru paulthe6th.

And don't listen to careless, you don't have to fight artful.:smt068:smt100

[JamesMio]

Big local knowledge brainfart PM'd to those in the know...

[SIII]

Got that James, thanks.:cool:

Looks like Kilted has stepped up to the plate!:smt023

[fenjer]

fight!!! Fight!!! FIGHT!!! FIGHT!!! :)

None of that nonsense this year thanks.

:grouphug:

I have offered my help with the t-shirts, but personally I think it should be the winning designer who sorts out printing etc,

This minimises disruption for design finalisation etc as KG said in the tshirt thread there may need to be changes in the design to allow printing so it is easier if the designer has final say on these edits.

[Bri w]

None of that nonsense this year thanks.

:grouphug:

.

But I've invited the Ukranian synchronised, underwater morris dancing team to join up and vote................. runs and hides

[-Ralph-]

And KG hasn't covered the rules on copyright law and the use of SV logo's in the T-Shirts thread ;-)

[Dicky Ticker]

Ralph,As it is in D&G and you have to pass The Lakes to get there please don't ride in the massssive big puddles.:)

[fenjer]

Also, Ralph, arent Chile, Argentina etc are stages in the overall Dakar Rally?

Dumfries and Galloway isn't a stage in the Glencoe Massacre rally...

[fenjer]

Are we going to pretend GM stands for something different this year?

Tell you what the Beckham's kid was conceived in Brooklyn, but doesn't live there anymore, lets campaign for the Beckhams to change the kids name to 'Los Angeles'

Why add that? It's stupid and inflamatory, no-one is trying to start a campaign to change anything, I simply said that I thought GM V would be more apt as we weren't actually going to Glencoe this year.

[-Ralph-]

Wrong time of the month Fenjer?

BTW, Dakar's in Senegal, the rally used to go there, it doesn't anymore.

[The Guru]

Wrong time of the month Fenjer?

BTW, Dakar's in Senegal, the rally used to go there, it doesn't anymore.

BTW no its not.

Dakar, as the Paris to Dakar Rally is now known is held in Argentina, Chile, Peru. This was what fenjer was saying.

Yes Dakar the place is in Senegal but thats not what fenjer was saying.

[-Ralph-]

BTW no its not.

Dakar, as the Paris to Dakar Rally is now known is held in Argentina, Chile, Peru. This was what fenjer was saying.

Yes Dakar the place is in Senegal but thats not what fenjer was saying.

You've only seen half a conversation, go read the other the other thread.

[The Guru]

Ahh ok. (http://forums.sv650.org/showthread.php?t=173573)

You's need to keep your b!tching to one thread then so I can follow it.

[fenjer]

I don't see why this has turned into an argument, debate bitching session or whatever it wants to be called. I made a suggestion of what I personally thought, it was not gospel or the final decision on it. Anyone who wants to submit a design can use either GMV or Glencoe Massacre. I just stated my preference.

There was no need to be so personal in your other post either Ralph.

[carelesschucca]

For me its the Galloway Manoeuvre's this year.

[Dicky Ticker]

That's it for me I am out----thought we had gone up market D&G =Dolce&Gabbana:)

[Blue Flame]

This was discussed in previous years. Everywhere has a Glen of some sort. This year could be the Glencaple Massacre ;-)

[AJC]

Oooh this sounds good, new on here so haven't been to any meets as yet. Which is a shame as due to some muppet in a car the other week i binned my SV which may get written off... The guy has admitted fault so I will get paid out, but am thinking a CBR600f or ZX6R, which begs the question; If I turn up on a non SV will I be ridiculed and shunned and told to go home? :)

[JamesMio]

If you were looking for another SV, have you seen theone IBSHort's selling, based in Glasgow too...?

[AJC]

I saw that yeah (actually saw it on gumtree first as I have vaguely started bike shopping!), unfortunately insurance companies being insurance companies, it may take time for me to get cash. If I had 1400 quid right now I would happily take it though...

[fenjer]

In answer to your question, no you wont get shunned.. Careless has a Triumph and various others have defected to the non-sv camp. lol

More the merrier and you'd be very welcome. :)

[SIII]

You won't be shunned but you will get ridiculed! Its pretty much part of every SV meet is to ridicule anybody and everybody at every opportunity!:compress:

[andrewsmith]

Just putting in to here, for the minute.
I may make an appearance if the IoM doesn't bankrupt me.

Ron respect for coming to the plate with this!

This was discussed in previous years. Everywhere has a Glen of some sort. This year could be the Glencaple Massacre ;-)

What the glenfarclas massacre??

You won't be shunned but you will get ridiculed! Its pretty much part of every SV meet is to ridicule anybody and everybody at every opportunity!:compress:

More the merrier and more to drink under the table :evil:

[Bibio]

i would just like to thank SIII for doing a grand job and not milking it for all its worth. done how it should be done, no mess no fuss.

and mr icantunderstandaworyousaysmith had better turn up. feck the IOM

saying that mr bibilybobbily might not make an apperance as imight just do somethin i have wanted to do for years.

[Terah]

Last time I actually managed to get on the bike was Careless' October run to D&G and it was brilliant, really loved the roads down there.

Not been physically able to get on the bike since then as my knee problem has gotten worse and is now both knees. I should find out for definite what's causing it next week so with a bit of luck I'll be back on the bike fairly soon. Absolute worse case I may have to switch the SV for a cruiser - can I still come to the GM if I do?

Props to SIII for taking this on.

[sv4me]

Just been looking for a place to stay around Braemar/Glenshee way (pre GM) and came across this

http://www.spittalofglenshee.co.uk/

looked good until I looked in the gallery section under "Bikers" :smt011 =;

[andrewsmith]

Just been looking for a place to stay around Braemar/Glenshee way (pre GM) and came across this

http://www.spittalofglenshee.co.uk/

looked good until I looked in the gallery section under "Bikers" :smt011 =;

haha

Just twigged the arseless chaps battalion :smt066
Were you there?

*runs*

[sv4me]

Oh heyyy crashy! :smt039

Were you there?

Wanted to but then realised i'm not a fan of the village people :smt070

[andrewsmith]

Oh heyyy crashy! :smt039



Wanted to but then realised i'm not a fan of the village people :smt070

What these village people??

http://sharetv.org/images/the_league_of_gentlemen_uk-show.jpg

[carelesschucca]

Just been looking for a place to stay around Braemar/Glenshee way (pre GM) and came across this

I know its the other side of the country but if your doing Applecross try this place. Its the house on the left in their title picture.

http://www.ceolnamara-lochalsh.com/ (http://www.ceolnamara-lochalsh.com/)

Mrs Chucca and I went there last year (last minute) Ross and Jayne were lovely the Bedrooms are great and the view in the morning is to die for...

We came back using this route;

http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?saddr=ceol+na+mara+-+kyle&daddr=Broadford+to:United+Kingdom+(Kylerhea+Isle+o f+Skye+Ferry+Terminal)+to:A87&hl=en&ll=57.249709,-5.664139&spn=0.260766,0.615921&sll=57.054176,-5.348969&sspn=0.524297,1.231842&geocode=FQgQagMdhxiq_yEHuCO7b4Ti7Q%3BFQpzaQMd98Kl_ ykFAn3ORCGMSDFJFLcZ_9AvLw%3BFRg6aQMdmJGp_yE6U3t7RW Qx_Q%3BFSb_aAMdvmKt_w&vpsrc=0&mra=ls&t=m&z=11

Its worth the hassle for the nice wee Glenelg Ferry. My avitar is taken from Skye looking toward the main land, and its not the best view. Coming down the end of the old military road is just stunning!

[SIII]

So lets get this straight - were Ross & Jayne in the bedroom and was it the view of Jayne that was lovely?:thumbsup: I'm hoping its not Ross!:smt009

You've never mentioned that you were a 'fan' of the Krankies! Nudge, nudge, wink, wink.

[carelesschucca]

Opps the secret is out... shhh don't tell everyone... ;)

[sv4me]

I know its the other side of the country but if your doing Applecross try this place. Its the house on the left in their title picture.

http://www.ceolnamara-lochalsh.com/ (http://www.ceolnamara-lochalsh.com/)

Mrs Chucca and I went there last year (last minute) Ross and Jayne were lovely the Bedrooms are great and the view in the morning is to die for...

We came back using this route;

http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?saddr=ceol+na+mara+-+kyle&daddr=Broadford+to:United+Kingdom+(Kylerhea+Isle+o f+Skye+Ferry+Terminal)+to:A87&hl=en&ll=57.249709,-5.664139&spn=0.260766,0.615921&sll=57.054176,-5.348969&sspn=0.524297,1.231842&geocode=FQgQagMdhxiq_yEHuCO7b4Ti7Q%3BFQpzaQMd98Kl_ ykFAn3ORCGMSDFJFLcZ_9AvLw%3BFRg6aQMdmJGp_yE6U3t7RW Qx_Q%3BFSb_aAMdvmKt_w&vpsrc=0&mra=ls&t=m&z=11

Its worth the hassle for the nice wee Glenelg Ferry. My avitar is taken from Skye looking toward the main land, and its not the best view. Coming down the end of the old military road is just stunning!

Cheers for the tip Chucca :thumbsup: definitely adding that to the trip. Pretty much sorted with route/stop overs now http://g.co/maps/r9yfb what ya think? :D

p.s if the story I read the other day about the Krankies is true, there's not enough mind bleach in the world to erase that image http://i1132.photobucket.com/albums/m571/sv4me/fu-suicide.gif

[carelesschucca]

I know how far you'll get on that route. I'm guessing you'll not get any further north than a village called North Ballacullish. :D

Me, I'd make a few amendments to the route. You've taken five days to get all the way up, but how long are you taking to get back to D&G? I'll pm

[carelesschucca]

Ah he suddenly see's page two :)

[BIGSTEVE]

Hey guys, wondered if you checked out my charity link in idle banter?

Wondering if someone wouldnt mind shaking a bucket to collect some coins for the charity? I wont be attending unfortunately a I have to save for the trip to Iceland.

Sorry if it's a bit cheeky but I'm really wanting my brothers to reach their target and even exceed it if possible.

Thanks

BigS

[JamesMio]

Well, less than 6 months to go on this now... Having seen a few sneak previews of routes etc I can very much confirm that this promises to be a belter of a weekend...

Roll up folks, roll up!

[SIII]

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[Quiff Wichard]

Want to come ...
Rather this than AR this year as been there before
New area new roads would be brill .. And LOVE your country and the people ..


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[Quiff Wichard]

Oooo I just seen we get to ride one of my fave roads ever. B7076 ..

Pure bliss ..


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[SIII]

How do you know that? (B7076) We ain't announced route yet?

Being party to inside info, I can promise you even better roads than that!

Hope you can make it up to the GM this year.

[Quiff Wichard]

On our way up !!


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[markc123]

Already planning my trip round the Highlands with GMV as the ending :-). Been ages since I had the bike up to the proper roads.

[JamesMio]

Oooo I just seen we get to ride one of my fave roads ever. B7076 ..

Pure bliss ..


B7076...? Favourite roads 'ever'...? Really?!

(It's pretty good, but round these parts it's really only seen as a more interesting alternative to the motorway.)

However, if you liked that.. f'ck me, are you in for a treat with some of the others round here then Mr Wichard!

[carelesschucca]

The B7076 from junction 15 up to juntion 12 is a good road, but I find the enjoyment of it depends on how quickly your travelling along it...

My favourite road in the D&G area is the A712 from Newton Stewart to New Galloway. The A702 from Dalry to Elvanfoot is up there too... Just hope Ron is following the thread. ;-)

[Bri w]

Already got my route planned from Teesside, via Hartside!! Thinking of heading over a couple of days early for a gentle run around the area before the festivities start.

[SIII]

The B7076 from junction 15 up to juntion 12 is a good road, but I find the enjoyment of it depends on how quickly your travelling along it...

My favourite road in the D&G area is the A712 from Newton Stewart to New Galloway. The A702 from Dalry to Elvanfoot is up there too... Just hope Ron is following the thread. ;-)

Can't make any promises:rolleyes: but am open to bribes!

[carelesschucca]

Are cuddles at the time enough of a bribe?

[SIII]

It depends, how fit is yer missus?:smt043

[robh539]

I am hoping to attend this about time i got north of the border on two wheels, but subject to hospital appointments so may have to duck out near to time.

Ps blame Ralph for my attendance :)

[-Ralph-]

I am hoping to attend this about time i got north of the border on two wheels, but subject to hospital appointments so may have to duck out near to time.

Ps blame Ralph for my attendance :)

:smt038

[carelesschucca]

Ps blame Ralph for my attendance :)

We blame him for everything else so there's no real issue with that :)

I'm sure you'll really enjoy yourself if you do come up for the GM, good roads good people*







*bar me I'm a little Sh*te

[Sally]

We blame him for everything else so there's no real issue with that :)

I'm sure you'll really enjoy yourself if you do come up for the GM, good roads good people*







*bar me I'm a little Sh*te

Good people? Jeese you're promising alot of us lot... :---) ;)

[JamesMio]

Well ladies, I was out for a bit yesterday, covering a few of the roads being bandied about for this years GMV, and they are looking saaweeeet indeed.

Ron's got a beezer in store for us all, you will not be disappointed!

[carelesschucca]

What about the Gents are you taking us up different alleys?

[carelesschucca]

After yesterday I'm all excited about the GM again... God do I enjoy the A702... Hint Hint!!!

[robh539]

After yesterday I'm all excited about the GM again... God do I enjoy the A702... Hint Hint!!!

Also the A701 is a equally good road, sadley only ever driven this in a car/van to from Rosyth. Big hint hint ;)

[Mrs_giggles]

ladies and gents i am pleased to announce that i will be attending this year, and if all does not go well for Ar with my trike GM will be my first org outing if not ill be an old hand lol really looking forward to this see you all then:)

[appollo1]

hopefully i will be able to attend this year all depending how wife is nearer the time.

there are a few colleagues from work interested in attending as well and i have pointed them in the direction of the .org for more details. i will chase them up in the next week, as i am back at work now, to see if they are still going.

[andrewsmith]

I'm in!

Need to book up! IOM on Sunday teatime :D

[missyburd]

Yey we're in :D I don't see any route yet but was wondering how many miles (roughly) you guys were planning on making it? Need to make plans :)

[SIII]

:scratch: PM'd

[andrewsmith]

I could do with knowing a rough mileage for fuel money as its 3+ tanks before i leave the mainland on Sunday

[appollo1]

SIII

any chance you could pm me some details please. there are a few folk from my work interested (some non sv owners but told them they would be welcome) but they are asking about the details i.e length of run timings etc

thanks

[SIII]

Seeing as folks want to know, and there is no secrets, the route is not confirmed yet but I can tell you that it is somewhere between 200 - 250 miles on the Saturday. Roughly the same as last year.

Hoping to take a run around soon with Carelesschucca and then can give out details. Not keeping folks in the dark for any reason, just don't want to tell you and then change plans.

[carelesschucca]

Its my fault I was meant to get down to ride the route with Ron... Other things have kinda taken over

SORRY Ricky :(

What can be said is the provisional route has a few places in it that people can simply drop out and will be back at Galloway Activity Centre very easily...

Just bring the guys along they'll be more than welcome

[appollo1]

Its my fault I was meant to get down to ride the route with Ron... Other things have kinda taken over

SORRY Ricky :(

What can be said is the provisional route has a few places in it that people can simply drop out and will be back at Galloway Activity Centre very easily...

Just bring the guys along they'll be more than welcome


Tsk Tsk :rolleyes:

I might have known it would be you delaying things :rolleyes: distracted by other plans are you? ;)

[carelesschucca]

Tsk Tsk :rolleyes:

I might have known it would be you delaying things :rolleyes: distracted by other plans are you? ;)


OMG there's only 10 days of freedom left!!! MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH YOU!!!

[appollo1]

no need to start panicking yet!














or is there????

[The Guru]

:riding: 66 days to go! :riding:

[davepreston]

start removing your names now

I'M COMING MUHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

[andrewsmith]

Shall you be riding or breaking chains


*Runs for the port*

[sv4me]

I'M COMING MUHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

.....oh dear god http://i1132.photobucket.com/albums/m571/sv4me/thud.gif

[missyburd]

start removing your names now

I'M COMING MUHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
Great, first dibs on you tyres when mine go bald :D

[Bibio]

start removing your names now

I'M COMING MUHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

and i'll be there MUHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA your feckin doomed m8 :D

[punyXpress]

Hey Dave - it's in Glencoe, 3rd campsite on the left.
HTH ;)

[Gixxer1]

Got a day off tomorrow and just had a look at Galloway activity centre on google maps so me and andrea going to take a wee run down by just to see where we going and see how the roads are. Meant to be around 17 degrees so should be a good run :cool:

Feel free to join us if anyone fancies a run down, oh thats only if you not all working :p

[fenjer]

I'm not working tomorrow... but I'd only slow you up! lol

[Gixxer1]

Hey stranger :), don't be daft your more than welcome if you fancy it, prob wont be leaving till mid morning anyhow, should be a good day out.

[fenjer]

I'll have to give it a miss, got a friends b'day party in the afternoon.

will just look forward to the GM. :)

[Gixxer1]

I'm not working tomorrow... but I'd only slow you up! lol

Hey stranger :), dont be daft, your more than welcome, we prob not be leaving till mid morning anyhow. Should be a good run, hope your good.

[Gixxer1]

I'll have to give it a miss, got a friends b'day party in the afternoon.

will just look forward to the GM. :)

Ok no probs, hope you have fun, sure we will :cool:.

Yeah see you there, really looking forward to it :)

[carelesschucca]

At least you'se guys are looking forward to it. I've started panicing about it.

Then again I've started to fret about a few things....

Give me a couple of days I'll be fine.