what to take on rides and what do the organisers provide?

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February 23, 2011 at 1:22 am #99593

Stuart
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As a newbie to this forum, I can use the cook’s XT250 on some south coast rides. I’m asking what do I need to take and what to the organisers provide on these rides.
thanks,
Stu

February 23, 2011 at 1:36 am #197227

glenn
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Rat wrote:

As a newbie to this forum, I can use the cook’s XT250 on some south coast rides. I’m asking what do I need to take and what to the organisers provide on these rides.
thanks,
Stu

Rat,, go over the XT from tit to toe and work out what you would need to be self sufficient, IE: spare tube/spark plug/tools/ tyre levers/ pump or O2 cylinders, food/water, chain break/joiner, joining link. the list could be endless. a good reliable bike is the secret, but even the best will break down so just be prepared as if you where on your own, The tour rides will have most of the vital stuff in their support cars, but you still need to be ready for the unexpected,,,,Thats just my 2 bob worth.

Boony

February 23, 2011 at 1:42 am #197228

scott bocking
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Hi Stu

The three most important things to bring to any OBT ride is a well maintained bike, the tools and basic spares to get you out of trouble and a good sense of humour.
Mostly the ride organiser will be the lead rider and they will arrange for someone else who knows the area to run sweep. On some of the big rides that require mass logistics there may be a cost for fuel dumps or for catering but this will be explained clearly in the ride gathering thread in the lead up.
Most rides carry a grade and you just need to be honest with yourself if you are at any given level. If you don’t feel comfortable it is hard to enjoy the day so if in doubt just PM the organiser and let them know what sort of riding you have done.
At the end of the day though your ability to have a good laugh is more important than your ability on the bike.

STM

February 23, 2011 at 1:50 am #197237

Stuart
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thanks STM, I’d like to take the IT400 out, but until rec rego comes in, the XT will be the one! Its a new bike so its maintained pretty well. After the Nowra ride I know we will have to get a bash plate at least..I have ridden on a few rides with mates, so am used to carrying a backpack and camelback. Ive ridden trials for over 26 years, so some extreme stuff is ok..Just have to get used to this sitting down stuff!
Hope to join the in the fun soon!

February 23, 2011 at 9:45 am #197236

Greg
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A well prepared bike is the go. Heavy duty tubes fitted, carry a spare front tube (doesnt need to be a heavy duty, a front can be put in the back) A new spare spark plug and plug spanner a new joining link that fits your chain. Couple of spanners 8, 10, 12, 14 and a something normally a spanner that un does the front and rear wheel nuts. Two tyre levers and a pump.

Most of the time on the bigger rides someone will have all the tools you don’t, but you need to carry a tube, spark plug and a joining link for your bike as they are spares for your bike. If they do help you remember to buy them a beer later.

You can’t have everything straight away but you can be prepared as best as possible I think is the key

The link is to what could be in a bumbag and more

http://www.obtrailriders.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=33&id=1108&Itemid=75

TB

February 23, 2011 at 9:58 am #197229

Craig Hatton
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Hi Rat
A backpack/bumbag with tools is essential, having an xt means that not many people riding with you will have spares for it, so you need to be able to get yourself out of trouble. Tubes and levers etc for flat tyres should be carried by everyone, usually a front tyre tube will fit in the back as well so just carry a front tube. On OBT rides, they are just mates riding in the bush- no one is getting paid, it is not the responsability of the leader/organiser to supply you with anything. The leader usually knows where the ride is going to go and how to get back, usually knows the terrain and knows bailouts if problems arise. You just need to be as self sufficient as much as you can. There are plenty of threads about what tools to carry on a ride, do a search and get some ideas.

cheers Hatto

February 23, 2011 at 12:15 pm #197242

Stuart
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thanks all. I had an idea of the basics, what to take in the bumbag or backpack but this extra info is very welcome. Another item we are looking at is a decent alloy rack over the rear guard.
All of the items mentioned arent that pricey, just have to get it sorted and practise the tyre changes now!

February 23, 2011 at 9:02 pm #197245

alan
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hay rat if your riding a yamaha you should be right but us KTM riders need to bring a machanic with a bumbag full of tools to keep us going

February 23, 2011 at 9:20 pm #197252

ian
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you also need to bring a bag of snake lollies!!!!!!!

February 23, 2011 at 9:40 pm #197230

Bob Dowsett
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Wheel bearings
clutch cable

eh hatto

tie wire
Hammer

February 23, 2011 at 10:55 pm #197253

Alex
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white rocket wrote:

hay rat if your riding a yamaha you should be right but us KTM riders need to bring a machanic with a bumbag full of tools to keep us going

Don’t you mean a bumbag full of KTM mechanics? They’re tools aren’t they?

February 23, 2011 at 11:51 pm #197231

Dude
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Rat wrote:

As a newbie to this forum, I can use the cook’s XT250 on some south coast rides. I’m asking what do I need to take and what to the organisers provide on these rides.
thanks,
Stu

Rat dude you have bin told what to take but the second part of your question asks what do the organisers provide on these rides.

I say knowledge of your area number 1. :huh:

Know where u r taking people.

Be prepared to ride bikes up snotty hills if you make the grade too easy.
Suss out grading system.

And have a mate to be sweep not essential but its good that 2 people know where your going.

my 2 cents :laugh:

dude

February 23, 2011 at 11:53 pm #197255

Adrian Snowden
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nothing except the real model for bob’s avatar would be fine by me

February 24, 2011 at 12:19 am #197264

Stuart
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let me see:
bumbag full of KTM mechanics, tools ( the same), tubes, jocks, socks and lolly snakes
bash plate
rear alloy rack
bob’s avatar( for inspiration on snotty hills)
Maps, or co-erce a mate into riding sweep
Big hammer,
tie wire
a bright spark

Is that it?
oh money for beer and a good sense of humour..

right whens the next South Coast ride??

February 24, 2011 at 7:23 am #197238

Paul
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Rat wrote:

Ive ridden trials for over 26 years, so some extreme stuff is ok..Just have to get used to this sitting down stuff!
Hope to join the in the fun soon!

Trials eh?
What state?
I did trials in NSW for about 10 years, dont worry about sitting down it’s over rated, especially by those people who ride with their left hand on their hip :whistle:
Actually it’s nice to sit for a little bit when your legs need a rest.

Bumbag, add:
cable ties
roll of electrical tape
tie wire
metal putty (epoxy metal) – especially if you dont have a bash plate
30mm webbing 8-10mtr long for a tow rope

I always have a couple of fluoro vests in the car as I do organise an ocasional ride.
Organisers should also have extra communications, not just a mobile phone, say a CB radio or epirb or something.
I say this because organisers have the inherant responsibility of the safety of the riders, like the captain of a ship is responsible for the safety of all those on his ship, I feel the same applies for trail rides in the bush as we have similar remoteness to consider.

Just another 20 cents worth.

Beemer.
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