View Full Version : Dorset Doddle - Rideout 15th September 2007.
I'm going, but I think you already knew that. Well done on the recce, good work Messrs Fizz and Viper.
I'm going, but I think you already knew that. Well done on the recce, good work Messrs Fizz and Viper.
Dont forget Tee-Jay and Ninjabobw.:smt045
Looking forward to seeing you again Mogs :cool:
micky t
14-08-07, 04:08 PM
if i can remeber the date, i'll be there(got a memory like a sieve) can i drag hubby along on his bike as well?
ninja bobw
14-08-07, 04:21 PM
Dont forget Tee-Jay and Ninjabobw.:smt045
Thanks for that Viper I see that on the AR08 posts I may not be the only 'farmer' on here.:smt110Field ploughing with Fireblade a speciality:smt013
When we got home only real damage was to indicator lamp casing which was spilt fitted another one and bruising to right side and knee.
I'm going, but I think you already knew that. Well done on the recce, good work Messrs Fizz and Viper.
Dont forget Tee-Jay and Ninjabobw.:smt045
My apologies :smt023, It's just great when you start something then others do all the work. :rolleyes:
If I can remember the date, I'll be there (got a memory like a sieve)
Get a post-it and stick it where you store your lid. Sieves catch the big things, this has the potential to be a good un, and perhaps a precursor for AR08.
can I drag hubby along on his bike as well?
Of course, but if it's a Honda we reserve the right to mock him :).
fizzwheel
16-08-07, 10:29 AM
this has the potential to be a good un, and perhaps a precursor for AR08.
Its a possibility, obviously that depends on which location receives the most votes.
I have a concern though about taking a big group of riders up over the Zig Zag, especially as that group might contain new / novice riders.
Its not particularly difficult its just narrow and the corners are very very sharp, think Porlock Hill, but not as steep only with more bends. As long as you dont try and rush up it you'll be fine.
It'd be good to get some feedback about it though after we've done this rideout.
hi you lot.New to the site so just wondering if I can join you on your run out.Had bikes for 15 yrs but divorce stopped the fun,just back on the road and wow ,how rusty am I.Taking it easy for a while to get up to scratch.Will check this thread when back from hols
fizzwheel
17-08-07, 07:45 AM
Course you can, you're more than welcome to join us :cool:
tee jey
17-08-07, 12:36 PM
My apologies :smt023, It's just great when you start something then others do all the work. :rolleyes:
I'm sure you've done your share in the past.............................. even if you didn't manage to stop the rainon those welsh hills.;)
Hi Folks,
Newbie alert ...
I'd very much like to come to the rideout (my first) - I actually live locally in north Dorset and nice work indeed on the route, it's really well thought through...
Neil
fizzwheel
21-08-07, 03:56 PM
Hi Neil
You're more than welcome to join us, where abouts in North Dorset are you ?
Hazelbury Bryan - it's the white bit on the map, even Ordnance Survey won't waste ink on us :D
fizzwheel
21-08-07, 04:19 PM
:D I know where that is, look forward to seeing you on the 15th
look forward to seeing you on the 15th
Ditto ;)
fizzwheel
22-08-07, 08:15 PM
I thought you might be, wanna play down the A30 again :D
OK peeps, I've tweaked the first post in this thread slightly, to amend the route rather than following the back lanes back to Podimore, we'll stick the main roads and then pop out on the A303 at Sparkford and then nip down the A303 to Podimore which will be the finish of the rideout.
I believe Mogs is going to give a breifing at the start of the day and cover off basics of group riding etc for those that require it.
One thing I'll say is please leave space, its not a race and nobody will get left behind as long as we all observe the drop off system.
The space thing is especially important, as we'll have a mixture of bikes and bike characteristics, I.e. twins with hefty engine braking and fours with not as much.
I'm leading all day so please dont overtake me, you might have to restrain yourself as according to Liz I ride like a big girls blouse. :D
Tee Jay is doing TEC duties till the Lunchstop, then Viper is taking over TEC duties for the rest of the day.
Theres a possibility if we are a big group that Ninjabob will shepard a 2nd group along to.
Some sections particularly the bit after Cerne Abbas were gravelly on the reccie so please take a bit of care, hopefully this should be better now as it hasnt rained and the roads should have been swept by traffic now, but just bear that in mind.
I've yet to confirm the pub stop with the Landlord but I dont see it being a problem and I'll try and do that this weekend.
Some sections particularly the bit after Cerne Abbas were gravelly on the reccie so please take a bit of care, hopefully this should be better now as it hasnt rained and the roads should have been swept by traffic now, but just bear that in mind.
I know I'm not able to go but note on the above: It's always gravelly along there (summer/winter) and unfortunately most parts are where you dont see it till you're right on it. Just take extra care please guys. Hope you have a great rideout.
I dont know if this has been mentioned ,but do we know how many are coming out to play?On a slightly different point,Are some people still meeting at Gordano,and as I live in Weston is it poss to wait at the juntion 21 till you all tootle past and then drop down to join you.If so could you carry a flag so as I know who to follow
fizzwheel
04-09-07, 06:41 PM
Probably about 20 ish I suspect... thats the normal sort of numbers...
I dont know if this has been mentioned ,but do we know how many are coming out to play?On a slightly different point,Are some people still meeting at Gordano,and as I live in Weston is it poss to wait at the juntion 21 till you all tootle past and then drop down to join you.If so could you carry a flag so as I know who to follow
The Taffia will be following the schedule set out in the first p (http://forums.sv650.org/showpost.php?p=1168725&postcount=1)ost, so we will meet you in Gordano Services at about 9:30am. You won't be able to miss us, but we will park as near as possible to the doors of the services, usualy slightly to the right. See you there. :)
I wanna come, but too many things stopping me. my 1st lay in in 4 weeks for one. I need sleep...oh and money, time, etc etc
The Taffia will be following the schedule set out in the first p (http://forums.sv650.org/showpost.php?p=1168725&postcount=1)ost, so we will meet you in Gordano Services at about 9:30am. You won't be able to miss us, but we will park as near as possible to the doors of the services, usualy slightly to the right. See you there. :)
Mogs will be the one in the bright yellow braces, should be able to spot them a good 5 miles away ;)8)
plowsie
05-09-07, 10:01 AM
I'll be there :) Viper... Ok to come to yours to drop stuff off before ride?
Mogs will be the one in the bright yellow braces, should be able to spot them a good 5 miles away ;)8)
:p
I'll be there :) Viper... Ok to come to yours to drop stuff off before ride?
No problems buddy :-D
phil24_7
05-09-07, 04:22 PM
Anybody going from the deep south-west??
Anybody going from the deep south-west??
your mate not coming?
ninja bobw
06-09-07, 12:01 PM
Now I'm back off my holidays without reading all the posts if I TEC a 2nd group if needed(I dont mind if its all day) have you got someone in mind to lead the 2nd group if TJ and Viper are taking turns at TEC or are their other thoughts?
If this rideout being incorporate with the newbies to rideouts suggestion of Mogs?.Just for information I will still be running GSX in but its about 90mph in top anyway.
Hovis are you the same hovis now on the cbr forum?
if I TEC a 2nd group ?what 2nd group?
Hovis are you the same hovis now on the cbr forum?
do you honestley think there would be 2:confused:
:smt045
fizzwheel
06-09-07, 12:41 PM
We discussed a running a 2nd group in case we had a lot of riders turn up...
I beileve that Mogs is giving a new to riding in groups breifing before we set off.
We discussed a running a 2nd group in case we had a lot of riders turn up...
I beileve that Mogs is giving a new to riding in groups breifing before we set off.
oh....... i must have missed that bit, although i knew about mogs's breifing
ninja bobw
06-09-07, 01:16 PM
do you honestley think there would be 2:confused:
:smt045
I only asked as I had a pm from same about a triboseat cover for an RRY (ring any bells) as I am just bobw on there.
plowsie
06-09-07, 01:17 PM
I only asked as I had a pm from same about a triboseat cover for an RRY (ring any bells) as I am just bobw on there.
And i thought i was bad for de-rails :rolleyes:
did i not reply?:compcrash:
sorry........... when it was advertised i thought it was a seat cowl.
i meant to (& thought i did reply)
tee jey
06-09-07, 01:58 PM
Now I'm back off my holidays without reading all the posts if I TEC a 2nd group if needed(I dont mind if its all day) have you got someone in mind to lead the 2nd group if TJ and Viper are taking turns at TEC or are their other thoughts?
If this rideout being incorporate with the newbies to rideouts suggestion of Mogs?.Just for information I will still be running GSX in but its about 90mph in top anyway.
Hovis are you the same hovis now on the cbr forum?
I'm happy to lead a second group if needed with bobw as tech. Bob will you have your comms fitted to your new steed?
ninja bobw
06-09-07, 02:04 PM
Hi Tim yes all being well I will have them fitted by the end of next week.
Are you not supposed to somewhere else this afternoon?.See you Sat.
Sorry about the hijack earlier just thought it too coincidental to have the same name on 2 forums I didn't know he had a Hodna.
Sorry about the hijack earlier just thought it too coincidental to have the same name on 2 forums I didn't know he had a Hodna.
i have
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k295/hovi5/dcp_2601.jpg
phil24_7
06-09-07, 05:23 PM
your mate not coming?
He's not too sure yet, he may have tenants moving into his house that weekend. If they move in the week before then he'll be there for definate, he'll just have to wait to find out!
Just wonderin if anyone was travelling up so we could all hook up on the way.
Providing the England v South Africa doesn't turn into too much of a cider frenzy on the friday i shall be in attendance, any mofo's going and has a meeting place been sorted for the journey to podimore?
The Taffia will be meeting any of the Mofo's that wish at Gordanao Services at about 9:30 to depart from there at 9:50am
I'm happy to lead a second group if needed with bobw as tech. Bob will you have your comms fitted to your new steed?
I am happy to TEC the first group all day if tee -jay needs to lead group 2
SO is there a list of who is attending this one??
no, you will just have to read through all the posts.............. but its a good idea to do a list
The bods from Chippenham area could meet at the Little Chef next to the golf course at 8:45, leaving a little later to meet with the other MoFos at Gordano for 9:30.
SO is there a list of who is attending this one??
no, you will just have to read through all the posts.............. but its a good idea to do a list
I've been attempting to keep a list, it looks like a good turn out could be expected.
Fizzwheel
Viper (Mrs V - Pillion)
Hovis
Beenz
caz650s
Larry
Phil24_7
Squirrel Hunter
Vickster
Zombie Jesus
Ninja bobw
Jessie
Neio79
Philbut
Tee Jey
Dappy Chick
Micky T
Gid
Neil63
cuffy
Mogs(If I've missed you off. Sorry. You are of course welcome)
I've been attempting to keep a list, it looks like a good turn out could be expected.
Fizzwheel
Viper + Mrs Viper
Hovis
Beenz
caz650s
Larry
Phil24_7
Plowsie
Squirrel Hunter
Vickster
Zombie Jesus
Ninja bobw
Jessie
Neio79
Philbut
Tee Jey
Dappy Chick
Micky T
Gid
Neil63
cuffy
Jabba
Mogs(If I've missed you off. Sorry. You are of course welcome)
;)
fizzwheel
10-09-07, 09:37 AM
Righto its nearly the weekend, I've got one more piece of advice I'd like you all to take heed of.
As said before the Zig Zag is steep and the bends are really tight, Some of the corners are 1st gear with clutch slip, I'm not trying to put anybody off, but if you go hammering up the hill when you dont know whats coming at you you'll get a fright. Rememeber to leave plenty of space between you and the bike in front especially on the corners.
Just ride up it gently and enjoy the challenge, its not difficult to ride up, but if you ride up it fast you'll make life difficult for yourself.
A rider died on that section of road a couple of weeks ago, I dont know the circumstances, but I'm sure the last thing we all want is for somebody to come off or worse.
A few more notes :
Theres a petrol station near the pub stop for lunch, if you're bikes a bit heavy on fuel, then nip up the road whilst we eating and fill up.
There will be a second fuel stop on the first Village you come to after coming through Wilton, theres a Spar shop with a Texaco filling station so we'll be stopping there for fuel and snacks.
Just to confirm that, unfortunately, I will not be "On the Doddle" due to the footy season for my junior team starting that day :(
Have a good, safe ride guys 'n' galls and take plenty of photos to make me feel even more miserable.
And don't forget to keep a tally on how much food Mogs shoves down his throat :lol:
Just to confirm that, unfortunately, I will not be "On the Doddle" due to the footy season for my junior team starting that day :(
Have a good, safe ride guys 'n' galls and take plenty of photos to make me feel even more miserable.
And don't forget to keep a tally on how much food Mogs shoves down his throat :lol:
Thats just typical. Didnt want you to come with us anyway :smt075
;););)
Enjoy your fottie mate
The bods from Chippenham area could meet at the Little Chef next to the golf course at 8:45, leaving a little later to meet with the other MoFos at Gordano for 9:30.
Ok sounds good to me, that way w can fill at the ESSO before we set off as well.
What is the forecast for sat anyway??
What is the forecast for sat anyway??
Its looking Good :cool::cool:
Its looking Good :cool::cool:
hows the FOOD & BEER looking though?:smt075
hows the FOOD & BEER looking though?:smt075
We will be having the following
home made 1/4lb Burgers (beef, lamb & mint, and pork & apple).
Home made pork Sausages
Free range pork belly slices
Dry cured Gammon steaks
Somerset grazed Sirloin Steaks
We will aslo be having salads, coleslaw, potato salad etc
And a few cans of beer and some soft drinks:smt118
:confused:salad?:confused:
ha-ha looks ace........... cant wait
:confused:salad?:confused:
Not my idea, the wifes input :smt075
fizzwheel
10-09-07, 01:32 PM
Not my idea, the wifes input :smt075
Bah
Man + fire + meat NO SALAD
And a few cans of beer and some soft drinks:smt118
this also worries me
for those of us that have to get back its the onlt option :(
this also worries me
Some will need to ride home so unfortunatly this is an unavoidable evil
Help, I seem to be drooling all over my desk.
Help, I seem to be drooling all over my desk.
http://img181.imageshack.us/img181/4355/homerqz4.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
http://img181.imageshack.us/img181/4355/homerqz4.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
no need to photoshop anything ;)
no need to photoshop anything ;)
I know, the likeness is amazing:smt118.
Just need some braces
ninja bobw
11-09-07, 01:07 PM
I'm sure there was some peeps from the Southampton area that were going as well as me and TJ we are planning to meet at McD's at Ower at 0900 to leave at 0915 we will be in the lorry park bit.(Blue and white GSX1400 and Silver SV650)feel free to join us and ride down together,post on here if you are coming so we know if are waiting for anyone else.
plowsie
12-09-07, 08:33 AM
Officially pulling out guys :( Gotta go to a wedding on Saturday :( really wanted to come aswell after last weekend :(
You will be missed but we understand, that a wedding is far more important :rolleyes:.
Hope you have a good day pal
Just in case anybody on the rideout does not know we are having a BBQ at my house after the rideout
If you want to attend or have already booked please check HERE (http://forums.sv650.org/showthread.php?p=1284939#post1284939) for the latest details.
Thanks
Officially pulling out guys :( Gotta go to a wedding on Saturday :( really wanted to come aswell after last weekend :(
:toss:
plowsie
12-09-07, 10:11 AM
:toss:
I'll remember that :(
:toss:
I'll remember that :(
Now now ladies;)
Date Temp WindVisibilitySat
15
Sep
0000http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/images/symbols/w0.gif9°C NNW7 mph Moderate
0300http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/images/symbols/w0.gif11°CN6 mph Moderate
0600http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/images/symbols/w0.gif9°CNNE5 mph Moderate
0900http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/images/symbols/w1.gif14°CNE5 mph Good
1200http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/images/symbols/w1.gif16°CE2 mph Good
1500http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/images/symbols/w3.gif17°CSSW2 mph Good
1800http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/images/symbols/w3.gif16°CSW3 mph Moderate
Nighthttp://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/images/symbols/w6.gif9°CSW5 mph Very Poor
Could be worse:D
Officially pulling out guys :( Gotta go to a wedding on Saturday :( really wanted to come aswell after last weekend :(
Unless you are the groom or best man, not a good enough excuse!! LOL
Unless you are the groom or best man, not a good enough excuse!! LOL
or the bride?
or the bride?
well i assumed that Plowsie was a bloke?? possibly wrongly? :(
might not be able to make it,grrrrr.SV has been handling like a wet rag since I got it.The supplier changed the front tyre which had strangly worn on one side ,and Ive just finished scrubbing it in.The prob is it still scares the? out of me because of the handling.The bars are off center when riding and the front just floats about.Taking it back tomorrow,any one know,where I stand.Had it for only six weeks.
Really want to come but Im not in favour of eating the kerb.Have a good run out and watch out for each other
fizzwheel
14-09-07, 07:02 PM
Sounds like to me your front forks are out of allignment...
Is it brand new, if so you have two years warranty with Suzuki so they should sort it, if its not where did you buy it from, most dealers give some warranty on a 2nd hand bike, this could be anything from 3 to 12 months, so again take it back where you bought it and get them to take a look at it.
If you bought it private then I suspect you'll have to shell out cash yourself to sort it.
If its 2nd hand, do you know much about the history of the bike ?
Shame you can't make tomorrow, but I think you're right, get the bike sorted, they'll be plenty more rideouts...
Hi, anyone know what time the rideout will get to Shaftesbur of Blandford? Only I have to be in Southampton for 2pm to show someone around my house, and I would also like to come out for a bit of a ride, even if it's half the day only.
Thanks.
Zombie Jesus
14-09-07, 07:58 PM
Are the taffia lot still leaving at 9 or are we going to get away early to drop stuff off at viper's?
Anny of the Chippenham lot meeting up at Little chef?? if so PM me to meet.
fizzwheel
14-09-07, 08:17 PM
Hi, anyone know what time the rideout will get to Shaftesbur of Blandford? Only I have to be in Southampton for 2pm to show someone around my house, and I would also like to come out for a bit of a ride, even if it's half the day only.
Thanks.
I would have thought Bridge over the Stour before heading to stourpaine is going to be around the time you're going to be showing the people around your house.
Shaftesbury is going to be around 3 ish I would have thought...
its difficult to tell with timings, depends on the traffic, speed of the group etc etc.
If you meet us at the start you could do the first bit and then head down that way, but I dont reckon we'll be at the pub till 1 ish and that doesnt leave you much time to get to Southampton, you could probably do it, but you'll be pushing it.
10.30-10.45 at Vipers to drop gear of for those who are staying the night. Then to podimore for 11.00:D
10.30-10.45 at Vipers to drop gear of for those who are staying the night. Then to podimore for 11.00:D
:smt045
As i have had no one from the Chips and ham area say they want to meet yet ill just mosey on down to Podimore on my own.
tee jey
14-09-07, 09:39 PM
I'm sure there was some peeps from the Southampton area that were going as well as me and TJ we are planning to meet at McD's at Ower at 0900 to leave at 0915 we will be in the lorry park bit.(Blue and white GSX1400 and Silver SV650)feel free to join us and ride down together,post on here if you are coming so we know if are waiting for anyone else.
No one else going up from Soton area?:( Come on peeps, where your sense of adventure, it's gona be a good ride.
And then there's Viper's BBQ to follow.
phil24_7
14-09-07, 09:41 PM
As i have had no one from the Chips and ham area say they want to meet yet ill just mosey on down to Podimore on my own.
:-({|=
hello surfers!!
had my name down for yesterday, but as anyone with kids will know, things dont always go to plan...so a no show for me am afraid..
i even washed my bike yesterday too!!
have a good safe ride guys n gals...and ill hear u pass my house in the morning and turn green with envy!!
ps..was supposed to be meetin up taylors!!!
hello surfers!!
had my name down for yesterday, but as anyone with kids will know, things dont always go to plan...so a no show for me am afraid..
i even washed my bike yesterday too!!
have a good safe ride guys n gals...and ill hear u pass my house in the morning and turn green with envy!!
ps..was supposed to be meetin up taylors!!!
its a shame,
i think you should stand on your doorstep and wave at us as we pass=;
If you meet us at the start you could do the first bit and then head down that way, but I dont reckon we'll be at the pub till 1 ish and that doesnt leave you much time to get to Southampton, you could probably do it, but you'll be pushing it.
Thanks, so I'll turn up, and do the first part of the ride until about 1, then get going for Southampton. Really not too happy about missing some riding, but getting a fourth person in the uni house next year means £80 saving a month so it's an opportunity I can't miss!
wooooo-hoooooooo
its today
phil24_7
15-09-07, 07:14 AM
It's always today hovis!
phil24_7
15-09-07, 07:17 AM
I'll be setting off about 9-9:30 so should be at podimore by 10:30ish. My mates not comin so I'll be traveling alone :-(. See you all soon.
caz650s
15-09-07, 07:19 AM
Sorry Phil i missed your previous post about riding up from 'down south'
I'm going up from Newton Abbot but will be going quite soon as i am going to get some breakfast on the way up...see You there :D
phil24_7
15-09-07, 07:25 AM
No probs caz, my mate has just changed his mind (woo hoo) so I got some company now. See you there. :-)
ill be setting off about 10, see you all soon!!
micky t
15-09-07, 08:31 AM
hi guys, sorry cant make this one, was already sihned up for hubbys run out with the hyabusas, we are going the opposite way to you same time scale an on the same route:smt045
so if you see a heard of busa heading the opposite way and a blue faired sv give us a wave:D
have a good un:D
fizzwheel
15-09-07, 09:00 AM
No worries on those of you that can't make it, thanks for letting us know, much appreciated.
plowsie
15-09-07, 01:18 PM
hope you all have a good time sorry i let you all down :(
Got back fine.
Thanks to those who arranged this ride out.
Great roads and company. The pace was just right for me and built on my confidence.
Note to self:If riding west into the sun make sure you have sunglasses!! Other wise it makes it a bit dificult to see where you are going at 70.
fizzwheel
15-09-07, 07:39 PM
Back home, feeling rather full :p
Special thanks to
Tee Jay, Viper and Ninjabobw for helping out with the reccie and carrying out TEC duties, much appreciated.
Viper and Mrs Viper for the lovely grub and hospitality.
thanks to everybody else to for following the drop off perfectly, worked really well today and it really does make running a rideout good fun when it all clicks and works like that.
Brilliant day out as always :cool:
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