Coffs Coast Nov 27 & 28th

[scott bockingMember]

ONE

WEEK

TO

GO!!

:woohoo: :woohoo:
STM

[glennMember]

BRING IT ON

[corey heatherMember]

Are we there yet?

[Nick JacksonMember]

I’m heading to Coffs tomorrow to double check I know the loop, I’m 90% sure :laugh:
I have been studying the trail plotted on my gps and i have overlaid it on google earth, it’s amazing to see what we’re going to be riding next week from above. I have done these trails a few times but seeing it in real landscape just shows the amazing terrain we are going through.

The light rain we’ve been having is going to produce some great conditions but as STM said invest in new rubber it will make the ride if you do!!!

[ianMember]

just goin over the bike for nextweekend rotated the rear so it will be first ride on new side, will have new front tyre ( M12 Michelen) everything else is good so 7 more sleeps before i head up , really looking forward to this one as i havent been out the back of coffs , , have been taylors arm, and Bellingen ( hell even come off my bike in the main street of Bellingen :blink:) but be good to check out some new tracks

[corey heatherMember]

huskybloke wrote:

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( hell even come off my bike in the main street of Bellingen :blink:)

OMG i forgot about that. Even though i was not on that ride it is the funniest story i have ever heard about showing off :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

My bike is stripped down and checking Valves, new chain and sprokets, oil chain,new chain guide and refreshed the front brake fluid.

She will be set for a good weekend

[ianMember]

it wasnt showingoff Corey all i was trying to do was untwist my jersy on my arm and next minute i was on my a s ss sssssss

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huskybloke wrote:

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( hell even come off my bike in the main street of Bellingen :blink:)

OMG i forgot about that. Even though i was not on that ride it is the funniest story i have ever heard about showing off :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

My bike is stripped down and checking Valves, new chain and sprokets, oil chain,new chain guide and refreshed the front brake fluid.

She will be set for a good weekend

[corey heatherMember]

huskybloke wrote:

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it wasnt showingoff Corey all i was trying to do was untwist my jersy on my arm and next minute i was on my a s ss sssssss

Corey8 wrote:

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huskybloke wrote:

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( hell even come off my bike in the main street of Bellingen :blink:)

OMG i forgot about that. Even though i was not on that ride it is the funniest story i have ever heard about showing off :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

My bike is stripped down and checking Valves, new chain and sprokets, oil chain,new chain guide and refreshed the front brake fluid.

She will be set for a good weekend

OK so if i ever flip the bike while doing a wheelie i just want every one to know i was trying to untangle my jersy :silly:

Still Ian it makes for a great story

[Justin WilliamsMember]

Thanks scotty!singletrackmind wrote:

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I’ll be there for fridays ride too!!! :woohoo:

You are on the list mate.

STM

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[Nick JacksonMember]

I have been talking with STM tonight and he’s asked that I post up the cornerman system. We know most riders will be familier with the system but if you have any doubts about how it works please read it as the success of the ride depends on this system.

TOPIC: The Cornerman System
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The Cornerman System 8 Months ago  
Lead Rider: In charge of the ride, he/she determines where the cornerman are, the direction of ride, stopping points and what to do when there are problems. The lead rider will usually be wearing a hi viz vest.
On rides with larger groups we may use 2 lead riders. One will be the leader of the ride and may not have a vest but will be up near the front of the pack keeping check on the riders and the ride in general. The other one will be the lead rider with a vest and out front putting riders on corners.

Sweep Rider: The Last rider in the group. He/she is in charge of sweeping the ride, waving you on, back-tracking missing riders, helping with broken bikes and injuries and also responsible for informing the Lead Rider of problems. The sweep rider will usually be wearing a hi viz vest as well.
On rides with larger groups we may use 2 sweep riders. This is to allow more help at the back of the pack and also if there is a break down one sweep can stay with the rider and help out and the other can keep the group moving.
We may also have sweep riders within the ride group. These riders will have first aid kits, tools, cameras and some sort of riding ability and be willing to use them. They will also wear different coloured vests to the lead and sweep riders.

Cornerman: The cornerman is just a rider who has been put on a corner by the Lead rider. The Lead Rider will tell/signal the cornerman which direction to point his bike in. The cornerman will then point the bike in that direction and stay there until the Sweep comes and waves him on.
In a big group the lead rider may drop two or more cornermen off at every corner to reduce the spread of the group, and you have someone to talk to at each corner. If there is only one rider stop and become the additional cornerman

How it works
When approaching a corner, intersection or hazardous area, the LEAD rider will indicate to the next rider following to take position at the corner/intersection/hazard. If this rider happens to be you, the LEAD will usually point to the position on the corner where he requires you to position your bike. Indicate to the LEAD that you understand and then place your bike where indicated and make sure you are FACING the direction that the LEAD went. If this is an intersection, try to block off any exit that is NOT being used. Also make sure that you have positioned yourself in such a way that every following rider can clearly see you. If you are behind the lead rider and you pass a corner that the lead rider does not see or that you think people may get confused on, stop anyway.
Once you are placed as a cornerman DO NOT LEAVE THE CORNER until the SWEEP permits you to move. In the event that a problem has occurred with a following rider, you must MAINTAIN YOUR CORNER for however long it takes. The LEAD will eventually return to find out what the problem is.

All riders approaching the cornerman will see the direction of the bike and go that way. If someone misses a corner then the cornerman will inform the sweep when he arrives, the sweep will then go and find the missing person.

When the SWEEP arrives he will indicate that you are to move on. You then take position IN FRONT OF THE SWEEP. As you pick up cornermen they will take position between yourself and the SWEEP and eventually you will get back to the front and become a cornerman again.

Situations where a LEAD will drop a cornerman:
•Where we are turning
•At a confusing intersection
•Where a hazard exists
A LEAD rider may not necessarily drop a cornerman on a main trail if it is obvious that we are travelling straight.

TIPS
•To help keep the group moving be ready to ride off when the sweep rider gets there.
•If the sweep rider is behind you and you are coming up to the next corner, tap your helmet so that cornerman knows he should be ready to take off.
•Do not stop around blind corners. Give each rider an oppotunity to see you and which way to go.
•Look before you cross a road, even if there is a cornerman there! It is your life, keep it!
•Be careful when passing people. Enduro’s are for racing, not trail rides. If someone is behind you wanting to get passed, point a leg out to let them pass at a suitable point
•If you get lost, go back to the last place you saw members of your group – SLOWLY – and wait. Don’t move again. someone will realise your lost and back track to find you.

[Mick DMember]

Itsagas is out, Long story :S

[ianMember]

o….k you seem to assume to know the story Corey, id hate the truth to get in the way of your story!

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huskybloke wrote:

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it wasnt showingoff Corey all i was trying to do was untwist my jersy on my arm and next minute i was on my a s ss sssssss

Corey8 wrote:

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huskybloke wrote:

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( hell even come off my bike in the main street of Bellingen :blink:)

OMG i forgot about that. Even though i was not on that ride it is the funniest story i have ever heard about showing off :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

My bike is stripped down and checking Valves, new chain and sprokets, oil chain,new chain guide and refreshed the front brake fluid.

She will be set for a good weekend

OK so if i ever flip the bike while doing a wheelie i just want every one to know i was trying to untangle my jersy :silly:

Still Ian it makes for a great story

[scott bockingMember]

singletrackmind wrote:

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If you get a chance just check that your details are corret here. If you have family or any extras joining for dinner on Friday night let me know as I need numbers by Monday 22nd. The venue has changed for dinner on Friday. It is now at a pub that has a kid freindly bistro so if you arrive late or just want to drink your dinner you can still meet us up. I have a shuttle bus doing laps of the resort so transport is sorted. The Chinese restaurant heard a rumour that 30 big blokes were coming to the buffet and they have gone on holiday for a week :laugh:

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The List

STM (confirmed) ride Friday, dinner Friday
Huskybloke (confirmed)
TB (confirmed) dinner Friday
Micknmeld (confirmed) dinner Friday
TDriver (confirmed)
Nickj (confirmed) ride Friday, dinner Friday
Moose (confirmed) dinner Friday
Aaron (confirmed) ride Friday, dinner Friday
Chris72a (confirmed) dinner Friday
Boony (confirmed) ride Friday, dinner Friday
Chicken (confirmed) ride Friday, dinner Friday
Crash (confirmed) dinner Friday
Boulder (confirmed) ride Friday, dinner Friday
Jeffro (confirmed)
Dude (confirmed) ride Friday, dinner Friday
Murph the surf (confirmed) ride Friday, dinner friday
Factory Phil (confirmed) dinner Friday
Justo (confirmed) ride Friday, dinner Friday
Krusty (confirmed) ride Friday, dinner Friday
Bollocks (confirmed) dinner Friday
PEP (confirmed) dinner Friday
Biggeral (confirmed) ride Friday
Ollie (confirmed) ride Friday, dinner Friday
kram140 (confirmed) ride Friday, dinner Friday
RC Honda (confirmed) ride friday, dinner Friday
Strucky (confirmed) ride friday, dinner Friday
Mike (confirmed) ride Friday, dinner Friday
Tommo (confirmed) ride Friday, dinner Friday
Damo (confirmed) ride Friday, dinner Friday
Greenmike (confirmed) ride Friday, dinner Friday
Corey8 (confirmed) ride Friday
Gotowo (confirmed) ride Friday, dinner Friday
MickG (confirmed) dinner Friday

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[scott bockingMember]

Just to keep it all legit

* This is not a paid ride, there is no money changing hands it just me going for a ride and you have decided to follow. I am not responsible for you, your bike or your belongings. If you are not happy at any stage with any part of the ride, you are free to leave and not participate, remember you are joining me of you own free will. If you have a friend that’s a fancy talking lawyer stay home with him and have fun together.

* This is a trail ride, sort of an adventure tour as such, don’t see the word race there do you? No because its not a race. If you are a hero racer or a hero stay home with old mate and his lawyer buddy. (besides I am the fastest, I am the only one that knows the way )
There are many hidden obstacles, rocky sections, blind crests and curves, it may be dusty, it may be muddy so please ride within your limits, if you feel you are slow (not that you will be) you will be faster then a guy laying on ground waiting for help, don’t spoil it for yourself and everybody else.

* If you ride in such a way as to endanger yourself or anyone else on the ride you will be told to leave, this includes passing people and such trail ethics, my decision is final if you dont like this or anything else here DONT COME

Old Bulls must also state that this is NOT an organised event and that no organisational function is undertaken or initiated by Old Bulls with respect to such rides. There are no set tracks/ routes and members ride at their own time and discretion. Old Bulls forum is a medium used for organizing rides by members and in attendance Old Bulls takes no responsibility or liability for injury or damage to persons or personal property that may occur

STM

[scott bockingMember]

Corey8 wrote:

My bike is stripped down and checking Valves, new chain and sprokets, oil chain,new chain guide and refreshed the front brake fluid.

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I have given the little Yami some lovin this week too. New upper and lower headset bearings, full All Balls linkage kit, new spark plug, shorty clutch lever, UHD Bridgestone tube and a 120/90 S12 on the back. Fresh drink of Silkolene, oil filter and a fresh bathing for the air filter.

We are both ready.

STM

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