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Hey XY – now that is a nice Avatar – I had to go to your profile view just to confirm what it was:laugh: LMFAO:laugh:
ollie
Im a Day late, but thanks to our forebears for the sacrifice they made for the freedom that we now enjoy.
I will never forget
Ollie
I agree with chicken,twice as easy to get damaged twice as much money,twice as heavy?
ollie
WATAGANS ANZAC 09
Gili and I arrived at Casuarina about 10 minutes late sorry guys. Gili had to oil his air filter and I had my chain to do
In attendance for today’s fun and Games were:
Ollie Gas Gas 300
Gili Yammy WRF450
Moto KTM 450
KTM450 – KTM450
P-Dub Honda XR400
Trent – KTM 250F
Ol mate (sorry) CRF 450
Jeffro Suzuke DRZ400
DanD Yammy 250 WRR
Sorry If I forgot someone (moto help)After the usual meet and greets we got on the way, we headed for a quick blast down German Point Rd. We went past a family on pushbikes so I kept that in mind for the return leg where we have to come back. A couple of the puddles going down greens were fairly deep and 2 of them managed to wash my feet off the pegs! KTM450 who was closely following got a wave of water over him (sorry) and a few others had a off on the way down to the Quarry. This was a quick blast with wide twin track riding which made for spirited riding. We worked our way back to the main Rd and headed for Bowman’s Rd, the Corner man system was working a treat, we headed down a big long rocky downhill, every one appeared to be having fun,lol this bit of Rd has been totally decimated from those extreme 4wd and is going to be soon closed by the forestry. We then headed up new Mill rd and came across a few 4wd’s luckily they were spotted early and not half way round a bend!. I then headed into a favorite little single track with a tricky little uphill, there is no run-up to this hill and there is a large flat rock right in the middle. The go is to hit it straight on watching your wheel spin and control your revs with the clutch. Gili and I waited on the main Rd as we heard a lot of revs coming from the bush, this was a real tester.
After a while the boys gradually made their way out onto the Rd the color of their faces gradually getting redder and redder until Dan who was sweeping came out with a bright red dial, I thought he was going to explode, he had just helped 3 boys manhandle their bikes up this tester.
With everyone gathering their breath we got going into some more tight single trail, I came out onto the Rd and was a little bit dis-oriented we met another group of lads who had just lost a couple of their riders!. Unfortunately somehow we managed to meet head-on out in the tracks again a lead riders worst nightmare, luckily both ol mate and me headed left and we both had our headlight blazing, whew close call, We headed into some ST and came out onto the Rd I was looking for, a bit of a squirt down the main Rd and onto Caters. Caters is a real fast twin track that gets used by forestry workers and in one section there is a 2 foot drop off which has a huge build up of silt and is as soft as yoghurt. Well the front end of the Gasser dug in and the seat came up and gives me a good whack in the duds I came within a poofteenth of going over the bars, Gili was cackling like a demented Hyena after taking some quick evasive action. Apparently behind me all sorts of antics were being played. It was here also that I was a little bit wobbly from my previous actions that I wandered a bit to far to the right of the track and my boot got smashed by a log about 3 inches in Diameter the pain was pretty bad, but not enough to stop me, I was having to good a time. We head on and a bridge that we normally use was a bit the worse for wear I get off the bike and start to push it over, unfortunately my footing was not real good and I got myself into a precarious situation, luckily Jeffry was able to take the controls and walk it out for me, thanks mate. I think Dan got photies of this bridge (Dan)
After we got over the bridge we did more single trail back to the cars for a BBQ. Meeting us there was Champo and Tracey their timing could not have been better, we got into the cooking on the back of the Ute with a couple of drinks to wash it all down. A quick top up of the fuel and we were back into it. Jeffro left us at this point as he had removalist duties to do. Gili led this time and we had a good pace going, we hit the sandy whoops and I wanted to test the compression settings on the Gasser (still soft) and pounded through them. We get back onto Prickly ridge rd and then head down into Greens break fire trail, this is an awesome track that can be done at speed, but you have to be wary as other bikes and 4wds use this track more and more. This track again brought out some more spirited riding from the Boys. We then come to a nice Hill climb that certain Administrators have had difficulty with. Gili and I go first and get straight up. We stand and watch from the top to watch the frivolity unfold before us. Ol mate on the CRF had several tumbles before Moto helped him out, P-Dub tractored the tractor straight up and Dan did a top job on the little WR, The Video shows a bit of the Fun. We then hit some more single trail around the wishing well area Moto and the boys had a bit of a duel on some of the sandy uphills. P-dub particularly enjoyed it as he has never ridden in there before even though he has been riding the Wato’s for a long time. We eventually come out at Muir’s lookout and I took the lead again. We get into more twin track riding which are real good fun and all 4-5 gear stuff. Finally we arrive back on the main Rd. It was here that a couple of the guys wanted to do Hitcocks. This was not in my original plan as it would take a bit of riding to get there! Anyway P-Dub takes the lead again and takes us along to a track which we call “the Link” I cant remember ever using it but I will in the future, it was here that Trent and Ol mate on the CRF were starting to show signs of fatigue, making silly little mistakes, the CRF was having its own issues, with the lekky start failing and not wanting to kick start easily. It was here that Dan and these two blokes headed back to Camp, I don’t know young bucks lolWe were down to 5 heading along twin tracks in an effort to get to Hitcocks I suddenly see Moto’s legs go right up high and a im emitting a Squeal like a little girl WTF!! Then I realize why, a big red belly black snake about 41/2 feet long at least. We then head over past the Null rd where P-dub mistakenly leads us astray we do about 10 k’s of top gear twin trail which was really good fun eventually getting ourselves back onto Watagans forest Rd where we head down into Hitchcocks, This a a great track with some big rocky shelf drop offs to negotiate which then leads into Jurassic park like areas before coming out down onto the main Rd. We were going to do some hard single trail but our light was fading fast and the bikes were getting low on fuel so we decided to head back the short way. The boys were practicing their wheel stands on the main rds and all I can say is “more practice required”. We finally reach the camp area and were greeted By TB & Salina who had cruised over on the NX. We had covered 120 odd km’s today and the body was feeling it especially my foot as it had really started throbbing. We loaded up and headed home needless to say I slept like a babe last night and am still feeling it today. We had a good ride and met some new people who we hope to see out there again sometime.
Thanks again to everyone that attended.Ollie
P-Dub wrote:
Quote:EAGLE`02 wrote:Quote:Did Moto run over Ollie`s foot ????????:blush:I dont think so.But I really don’t know what happened. Ollie?
The foot was swollen to all buggery last night could hardly walk on it:angry: Feels a lot better today so I dont think ive broken anything.
When we were belting down Caters fire trail with Gili hot on my tail I went over this washaway which had a buildup of thick silt,I nearly went over the bars,Gili had to take evasive action and just missed me,anyway it rattled me a bit and I drifted to the outside of the track and crunched my foot between the peg and a log:S This was just before the washed bridge.Yeh so I will be right for the next ride,bring it on.
sorry to hear about your drama’s jeffro,like they say if its got Boobs or wheels its gonna give you trouble:laugh: (sorry girls)
Ollieyeah nice going Rex, I think ive broken a bone in my right foot so I dont really care ATM.
You can keep paying $140 for your tyres even though they are very poor. and Ill keep my retreads. Gilli got his last tyre from his uncle (trevor Williams,yes that one)at the right price.I got up the same hill on my retread first go. I cant help it if Gili cant ride Hills:laugh: you say you have a list,well my friend I have a list of people also who are repeat customers and thats all that matters eh.
Im finished and going to bed,starting to feel my age. you still Su*k.
:kiss:
Ollie
Trailboss wrote:
Quote:Ha ha got my bite, yeah I rode up the hill, which hill I didnt say I said the hill, there are lots of them there hills in the Watagans lol :laugh:Champo buys them to save the envroment no other reason
And Gilli speaks the truth
You walked into that Old Man :laugh:
Go back to you post and edit you bad lanauge please :angry:
TB
Fishing trip is over boys
TB I am offended hence the neg Karma:laugh: You have attempted to ruin my reputation as a quality reseller of retreads and other stuff,my lawers will be in contact with you shortly:laugh:
As if you rode the NX up the Hill you couldnt even get the XR up:blink: I think your statement is SH*T,just like your Opinion on retreads is SH*T,you have just lost all credibility. Champo back me up. Gili next time your walkin:laugh:
Ollie
Well Done DaveB) You can have a stubby cooler and a web strap :laugh:
ollie
Trailboss wrote:
Quote:Nice work Ollie I thought about you and the retreads I reviewed earlier but you know they are shit so it couldnt be that lolIts not about my karma its about having the nuts on our open forum that is like a big close group of friends to tell them why you have done it, you would like to know if it happened to you
TB
I know mate :kiss: feel the love. Funny seeing peoples reactions. I love messing with peoples minds and emotions.
Ollie
PS Did I do it or am I just saying I did it for some other perverse sense of gratification:blush:
OllieKtmrat wrote:
Quote:Dont you attach me to that squirrel character , although he is coolHow are ya Ollie
Dave IM good mate a bit tired though, I drove 550 kms today just to pickup a head,barrel and linkage for the boys Husky,cost me $20 for the parts on Ebay. I was hoping to also pick up my IT250J but my mate was not home,bugger,good excuse to go down there again with the Gas Gas next time,he lives right near the state forest
Ollie
hhahaha The first thing I noticed when I logged on.Wish I had of thought of it.
Weren’t me.I woulda if I had of thought of it though.I take Mick’s line there and on most things Mick you are right, but this is a site issue, we will see if they own up or I go in the back pages and find them. I dont care about my karma thats why its zero and I keep it zero, I ask you to tell people why you are taking their hard fought karma is all
Ha Ha Settle down people it was me,notice the above quotes I noticed TB was on Zero,so I thought (as other people have)it would be Piss funny to see the reaction:laugh: TB’s Karma was well over 100 and he took it back to zero,im pretty sure he knows it was a piss taking exercise:dry:
OLLIE;) just to let you know I do have the Balls to fess up, Now Dave what about those Squirrels?Trailboss wrote:
Quote:Just one thing but Ollie, you sell them, maybe not for any great profit I know but I dont think that allows you to be completely neutral, they are cheap thats why people buy them and as far as grip goes loamy, most tyres grip, muddy when I used it was the Watagans Christmas Party (it was brand new) and it definitely was no S12 Michelin, hard pack dry grip was ok but wore out to fast compared to others I use on my 650 as you put it!But an option for people for sure
TB
Thank God its not a Michellin they are crap (my opinion only:laugh:
Ollie
Boony Tyres are a very contentious subject,different tyres perform differently on different bikes and in different conditions, Personal preference is always an issue. TB has said he didnt like the rear retreads,thats his opinion and he is entitled to it. My 38 years of riding and racing I would have to say Metzeler MC5 rear MC4 front awsome tyre combo and my all time favorite setup,My RMX still has a set of them on it. Pirelli tyres are good, some bridgestone and Dunlop 752 are good. Michellin are Ok not as good as People pretend them to be(my opinion only)Motoz are crap,kenda are good for the first ride as soon as the knobs are rounded over throw em away. I started using Recross retreads years ago and really liked them,the shop I bought them from (xrsrus)closed down so I became an agent for MXretreads, My honest opinion on these is they aint no Metzeler, But then again I aint no Chad Reed either,I expect a tyre that I can get at least 10 good rides out of,when its rooted I replace it,I dont say Oh ive just paid $139 for this I could get another couple of rides out of it.Ive got 8 bikes in the shed and it costs a bit to keep tyres up to them,the retreads help keep my costs down, all of the cases I get are quality brands not cheap rubbish. I have plenty of repeat customers and the only person who has shown his dislike for them is TB his opinion only,( I saw the tyre and I understand his concern, but remember he is on a worked XR6fitty and he doesnt mind spinning it up:woohoo:) others have raved about them, and for $75 bucks each,well there is enough change left over for a case of piss. I have found that the tread pattern is particularly suited to loam and sandy conditions,Mud goes well also. Anyway thats my 4c worth
http://www.mxretreads.com.auJeffro wrote:
Quote:Righto guys, I am in, just going to do the morning session though. I’m watching the AMA Supercross for motivation.:laugh:Good one Jeffro see you there mate.Hope you like rocky shitty downhills,Ive got a good one planned if the forestry havnt shut it off yet:dry:
Ollie
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