THE NEW DATE IS NOW 14TH AND 15TH JULY 2017.
So adjust your plans/diaries and change you sock drawer sorting or hair washing regimes accordingly (http://www.gtr1400.co.uk/forums/Smileys/default/mfr_lol.gif)
We are staying at this venue, which is easily accessible from the A1
http://castlearmsinn.uk/ (http://castlearmsinn.uk/)
Rooms are as follows
There are 9 rooms in total of which 6 are doubles, two are twins and one room (6) can be arranged as either double or twin
Four of the rooms including room 6 are designated as superior rooms and as such they offer King size or super King size beds
There are also a couple of over spill properties in the village which are a very short walk away from the main hotel and they provide an additional four rooms, they are located in high standard properties where guests would take their breakfast if desired, the rates for these rooms is the same as the standard rooms in the hotel and bookable and payable through the hotel.
All hotel prices quoted include a full breakfast as follows......
Double rooms 160 -180 per room for two nights
Twin room (shared) 130 - 160 per room for two nights
You are responsible for your own bookings, so first come will be first served....... When booking quote "Kawasaki GTR meeting"
An extra 'laundry charge' will be applied if you only stay one night.
Gill and I sampled the hospitality of the Castle last night and the food drink is very very good.
The Castle hotel is situated in a truly stunning part of the beautiful Yorkshire Dales where biking roads are a well known joy to behold, there are some beautiful towns to visit on a ride out and lots of other attractions to see and visit....see the links below for some ideas
http://www.bedaleonline.co.uk/thingstodointhedales.html (http://www.bedaleonline.co.uk/thingstodointhedales.html)
https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attractions-g186347-Activities-Yorkshire_Dales_National_Park_North_Yorkshire_England.html (https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attractions-g186347-Activities-Yorkshire_Dales_National_Park_North_Yorkshire_England.html)
http://www.yorkshiredales.net/attractions/ (http://www.yorkshiredales.net/attractions/)
If I think of anything else I will amend this post so be sure to follow the detail
I'm already looking forward to seeing as many of you as possible at this meeting. (http://www.gtr1400.co.uk/forums/Smileys/default/smiley.gif)
EDIT: Parking for your bike is secure and to the rear of the hotel
MEMBERS ALREADY BOOKED
Stoketim
Charlie Farley....no room at the Inn for Piggy....Darren is going with Charlie :clap: (http://www.gtr1400.co.uk/forums/Smileys/default/mfr_lol.gif)
iamkwackers and moayling (sharing) NO LONGER ATTENDING
Rusty
Delicadriver + partner
Mack
Boomer
Wolfie NOW HAS TO WORK
2wacks (50/50) STILL UNDECIDED
Zedmeister
Kwikasfuki
Bristolbob + fam
Why Yorkshire. Should it not be a bit more central? Am in California at mo although not central would be an excellent location.
Thanks OC, it's in the Diary.....a group of us are in Bedale as from tomorrow 24th June until Monday morning 27th June. You would be welcome to join us on our ride outs Saturday or Sunday....or both days if you wish :banana:.
We have used this accommodation for the last 3 years, it is self catering, but a great pub just a walk down the road for evening meals and a few pints. One of the local members buys in our booze and food so we eat in the pub on Friday night and BBQ on site on Saturday and Sunday Evening, you and Gill would also be welcome to join us at one of the BBQ's.
My mobile in case you want to make contact: 07901 558039...Syd.
Hope to see you :clap: :clap:
There is talk on my team at work of a "Spanish Week" in June next year .... But of course I shall pencil you in and tell them to choose another date !! :yes: :yes:. Thank you in advance for organising this .. I have no doubt it will cause you trouble !!!
Let me check my calendar...
Added to the diary but till I am allocated holiday group I can't confirm yet.
Fingers crossed :clap:
thanks all.
Syd I will ring you
Great :clap:my wife has put in her planner is trying to tell me something anything I can help with shout :smiley:
The date for our meeting looks like it may have to change to the following weekend, 16th & 17th June
The reason is that I am struggling, even at this relatively early stage, to find a suitable and affordable venue/accommodation, by suitable I mean offering the type of facility that we need and expect. by affordable I mean not paying upwards of £90.00 per head per night. (Holiday areas do have a higher tariff) :hammer:
By moving to the following weekend I can secure a suitable and acceptable venue at a reasonable price.
I will be visiting this venue this weekend, I hope that it will be ok, it does come recommended by one of our members (iamkwackers) who has stayed there several times before so I'm confident that it will be ok, and I have spoken with Syd about it, I have also spoken to the owner.
So, leave it with me and if you don't mind please keep your diary dates open until I can confirm arrangements thanks very mucho :clap:
You do realize, of course, that I've just made plans for early June....tickets, passports, luggage, wife....it all has to change now.. :wink:
Yorkshire is spot on, great countryside to ride in and the company is good.
Sorted.
Alan
I've got some vintage calendars of Yorkshire for 56,57, and 58.
Quote from: O.C. on June 24, 2016, 07:17:27 PM
The date for our meeting looks like it may have to change to the following weekend, 16th & 17th June
The reason is that I am struggling, even at this relatively early stage, to find a suitable and affordable venue/accommodation, by suitable I mean offering the type of facility that we need and expect. by affordable I mean not paying upwards of £90.00 per head per night. (Holiday areas do have a higher tariff) :hammer:
By moving to the following weekend I can secure a suitable and acceptable venue at a reasonable price.
I will be visiting this venue this weekend, I hope that it will be ok, it does come recommended by one of our members (iamkwackers) who has stayed there several times before so I'm confident that it will be ok, and I have spoken with Syd about it, I have also spoken to the owner.
So, leave it with me and if you don't mind please keep your diary dates open until I can confirm arrangements thanks very mucho :clap:
I have also stayed at this venue 3 times and can recommed it. I should be there this weekend but family circumstances have forced me to cancel. The scenery in that part of the country is stunning
Quote from: moayling on June 24, 2016, 07:50:38 PM
I have also stayed at this venue 3 times and can recommed it. I should be there this weekend but family circumstances have forced me to cancel. The scenery in that part of the country is stunning
Sorry you can't be there Mo, but I fully understand, and thanks for your support :smiley:
Because ye fu**** up with leaving eu i may need visas travel insurance e111 no longer works and passport oh the headache.
Quote from: Kawdolph on June 25, 2016, 12:41:58 AM
Because ye fu**** up with leaving eu i may need visas travel insurance e111 no longer works and passport oh the headache.
:mfr_lol: beers on me John 🍻🍻🍻🍻
Remember Jim cheap flights can always be found on ..................................
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Rm6VC5gdaFA
And to help you with Yorkshire English.............
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=J5GfH7m5tSY
Castle Arms, room booked
Charlie farley room booked you don't get away that easy :mfr_lol:
Happy Days...that's me booked :banana: :banana:
Rooms are likely to go quickly....can all members please consider sharing rooms in order to provide space for others..Thanks v mucho :smiley:
Rooms that are now available are
Superior Doubles and Standard twins, plus the overspill accommodation.
Sorry O.C.
At the moment it may be a no show I can't book holidays this early for next year :no:
Mo, I have booked a single but quite happy to share...let me know if you want me to change the booking for a twin.
if you can share it would be appreciated as it frees up rooms for others
Thanks guys :smiley:
Quote from: iamkwackers on June 29, 2016, 09:25:53 PM
Mo, I have booked a single but quite happy to share...let me know if you want me to change the booking for a twin.
If you fancy sharing I'm up for it. Let me know what I owe you and I'll send it up or bring it when I see you in a couple of weeks (fingers crossed) Cheers Mate
Quote from: moayling on June 29, 2016, 09:36:43 PM
If you fancy sharing I'm up for it. Let me know what I owe you and I'll send it up or bring it when I see you in a couple of weeks (fingers crossed) Cheers Mate
Twin booked, remember your ear plugs mate...I snore :mfr_lol: :mfr_lol:
Hopefully see you in a couple of weeks.....can you bring the Knights member of the year shield with you, need to get it engraved and presented to Peter.
Quote from: iamkwackers on June 29, 2016, 09:46:33 PM
Twin booked, remember your ear plugs mate...I snore :mfr_lol: :mfr_lol:
Hopefully see you in a couple of weeks.....can you bring the Knights member of the year shield with you, need to get it engraved and presented to Peter.
I haven't got the shield Mate. I returned it last year but can't remember who won it.
If we have enough red the snoring wont matter :mfr_lol: :mfr_lol:
So thats Mo and Syd booked OC
Quote from: moayling on June 29, 2016, 09:52:41 PM
I haven't got the shield Mate. I returned it last year but can't remember who won it.
If we have enough red the snoring wont matter :mfr_lol: :mfr_lol:
Must be getting old, thought you were still the gallant member of the year....no worries I will sort it :huh:
I am with you on the red, it tends to mellow the pitch of my snoring :mfr_lol: :mfr_lol:
Quote from: moayling on June 30, 2016, 11:42:05 AM
We have history Debs :oops: :oops: Old mates who have toured with a group of mates for about 10years now. The old git only bought a GTR cause he saw mine. Oh and he changes his bike every week and the GTR is about the only thing he hadn't tried. Wonder what he will come to the meet on :mfr_lol: K1600???
We do indeed have history, and yes your GTR ( and back and neck problems) convinced me to ditch the ZZR. :clap: Do not think it will be a K1600, have been there and done that with most of the BMW's :oops:.... The GTR is fitting the bill nicely thank you, and I may surprise you come the meet :mfr_lol:
Trying to book online but their check in calendar doesn't go beyond June 17 ... did you ring them and book ?
Sorted .. stand by ! :mfr_lol:
good old communication method :mfr_lol:
What type of room have you booked, are you sharing ?
Roger ... thank you for organising all this ... the pub looks lovely and it will be a pleasure to ride up from the south coast and sample some of "Gods Country" :yes:
I have just booked a twin room, arriving lunchtime (ish) on the Friday to stay for 2 nights ... can't get hold of Steve at the moment, perhaps he is at work, but I would look to share with him as we have previous history of togetherness :whistling: :whistling:
Looking forward to it already !
Quote from: Rusty on July 01, 2016, 08:13:36 PM
Roger ... thank you for organising all this ... the pub looks lovely and it will be a pleasure to ride up from the south coast and sample some of "Gods Country" :yes:
I have just booked a twin room, arriving lunchtime (ish) on the Friday to stay for 2 nights ... can't get hold of Steve at the moment, perhaps he is at work, but I would look to share with him as we have previous history of togetherness :whistling: :whistling:
Looking forward to it already !
excellent, I'm anxious to fill the available rooms as its a smallish venue, but small is, as they say, beautiful :mfr_lol:
I should be there but will probably stay at my Sisters in Harrogate to keep costs down.
Only 40 mins down the road so will be there for Fri night, Sat rideout and may stick around Sat evening if y'all are entertaining. :punk:
Ok .. so Steve doesn't love me anymore :no: :no: .... I have a twin room and a spare bed if anyone wants it for 2 nights .. the Friday and Saturday.. just split the cost when we get there. Don't care who you are just let me know on here .. I suppose 1st come 1st served. Happy days :sweet:
Quote from: Rusty on July 04, 2016, 06:05:35 PM
Ok .. so Steve doesn't love me anymore :no: :no: .... I have a twin room and a spare bed if anyone wants it for 2 nights .. the Friday and Saturday.. just split the cost when we get there. Don't care who you are just let me know on here .. I suppose 1st come 1st served. Happy days :sweet:
What on earth have you said to Steve Nigel, he's such an amiable chap.
Thanks for your generous offer to share, we need to fully utilise every available room :yes:
I will be travelling home as I only live 20 minutes away
It's still some time to go before the 2017 rally, but I'm bumping this thread so that new members are made aware of our meeting and also to 'nudge' other members who haven't yet decided if they will be attending.
If you are intending to participate then can I respectfully suggest that you book your room a.s.a.p
To repeat ~ rooms are limited so sharing is an obvious option where possible .
New members........you should read this thread from the beginning so that you are up to speed with the meeting plans.
I'm looking at producing some possible suggested ride out routes or alternatively you are quite welcome to do your own thing.
I can't promise perfect weather for the meeting , but, if its anything like it has been here today it will be stunning, it was actually really hot riding the beautiful roads of North Yorkshire today.
I will try to handle any questions you may so just let me know :yes:
Me and my partner will be coming :banana:
Excellent news.......have you spoken to the hotel a d booked your room yet, or do you have other plans ?
If you get chance a good ride out over that way would be to Goathland where heartbeat is made cracking roads and a great little tea shop for cream teas steam train still run and you can get over to whitby and scarborough heading back towards Pickering all great roads and great scenery.
Quote from: Delfox on January 04, 2017, 10:17:04 PM
If you get chance a good ride out over that way would be to Goathland where heartbeat is made cracking roads and a great little tea shop for cream teas steam train still run and you can get over to whitby and scarborough heading back towards Pickering all great roads and great scenery.
Absolutely right and good shout, thank you :clap:
I had considered suggesting a couple of routes as ride outs, but didn't want to pressurise anyone, so I'll more than likely leave individuals to do there own thing
There are lots of great places to visit which are all easily identifiable from any good tourist guide :yes:
Ride to Pateley Bridge via masham over the tops ( pot bank ) then onto all the back roads through Harrogate / weatherby / Boston Spa / tadcaster, some brilliant roads and scenery then onto squires for a good cuppa and chin wag.
We are aiming to come up Saturday Mid Morning ( 95 miles ) if all goes well.
I'll be riding up each day I think. It's only about an hour or so away
It looks like I will be able to attend my 1st Owners meet. I have booked 2 pitches - 1 for the wifes T5 and 1 for a tent and the bike(s) (the tent is for the children). There is talk at the moment that my son is hoping to make his way up on his Reiju RS3 - 50cc of raw power!!
I'm kinda tempted to stay over Friday night.
Quote from: Kwikasfuki on February 27, 2017, 06:29:22 PM
I'm kinda tempted to stay over Friday night.
Make sure you get permission off the wifey! :popcorn:
Quote from: The Wolf on February 28, 2017, 01:32:10 AM
Make sure you get permission off the wifey! :popcorn:
:2guns:
Of course!
Has your missus let you get a bike yet? :popcorn:
Quote from: Kwikasfuki on February 28, 2017, 08:26:45 AM
:2guns:
Of course!
Has your missus let you get a bike yet? :popcorn:
He could borrow one of mine :punk:
:mfr_lol:
Quote from: Kwikasfuki on February 28, 2017, 08:26:45 AM
:2guns:
Of course!
Has your missus let you get a bike yet? :popcorn:
You just had to go there didn't you? :gunsmilie:
new to the forum are all welcome
Quote from: Flippersaki on April 12, 2017, 06:16:24 PM
new to the forum are all welcome
Certainly, you will find an enormous amount ok knowledge here on the GTR plus a few mickey takers but nobody takes offence.
I won't be at the meeting as it's my wife's 60th on the Sunday but have a chat with others on here and you will get the idea of this forum.
Welcome.
Quote from: Flippersaki on April 12, 2017, 06:16:24 PM
new to the forum are all welcome
Yep...see the details earlier in this thread :clap:
Bugger.....trying to catch up on the threads....missed this one. We'll be in France the 14th it's Bastille day, don't get back until the 22nd. :cry:
well guys, after organising a venue and promoting the same I'm afraid that its looking extremely unlikely that I will be attending the gathering.
However those of you who have made accomodation arrangements will be ok, the venue is excellent and you will enjoy the wonderful scenery on your ride outs
As a few of you know we have moved house and now live in Northern Ireland, the move has only just taken place so there is a mountain of things yet to do, consequently my priorities are elsewhere.
If there is any chance of me attending then I will do all that I can to be there,
All you need to do is confirm your bookings, turn up and have a bloody good time.
Reports and pictures will be expected :yes:
The lengths some folk will go to, to avoid buying a round of drinks often astounds me, but then he was from Yorkshire. :whistling:
I trust you have taken the hound with you?
Perhaps the meeting should now be re arranged tor NI.
Quote from: The Wolf on May 26, 2017, 05:37:03 PM
The lengths some folk will go to, to avoid buying a round of drinks often astounds me, but then he was from Yorkshire. :whistling:
I trust you have taken the hound with you?
of course, wouldn't couldn't possibly be without him, and hes having a blast
Quote from: PRD on May 26, 2017, 06:49:02 PM
Perhaps the meeting should now be re arranged tor NI.
I didnt know that you cared so much Pete :mfr_lol:
Quote from: O.C. on May 26, 2017, 07:26:14 PM
of course, wouldn't couldn't possibly be without him, and hes having a blast
I didnt know that you cared so much Pete :mfr_lol:
If you had a BMW he'd be questioning how many attempts it took you to get it there due to all the recovery call outs. :popcorn:
Who me?
I wont make this years meet ,so one less sarcastic person to worry about.
Quote from: Kawdolph on May 27, 2017, 12:48:04 PM
I wont make this years meet ,so one less sarcastic person to worry about.
:mfr_lol:
Hey Roger ... a move to NI ? I'm sure that once you have unpacked and settled in all will be well ... so enjoy your new life and new surroundings ! :smiley:
Quote from: Rusty on May 30, 2017, 09:38:39 PM
Hey Roger ... a move to NI ? I'm sure that once you have unpacked and settled in all will be well ... so enjoy your new life and new surroundings ! :smiley:
Thank you, we are just about unpacked after a frantic week or so, and life here is already proving to be more relaxed, it is a beautiful country with the added bonus of great biking roads :yes:
We both know N.I very well and a move here has been on our wish list for some time. :clap:
Hi Guys, due to a change in circumstances, both Moayling and myself will not be able to make the GTR meet. We did have a shared twin room booked, so if anyone wants to go this room will now be available.......sorry that we will not see you OC and I hope your move to NI continues to be happy and fulfilling, all the very best to you for the future.
I have just spoken with Lisa at the Venue, and she confirms that there are bookings and that there may be one room still available
Can I respectfully ask that if you have booked and no longer intend to attend that you immediately inform the hotel of your change of plans.
I will not be able to attend as there is just too much to do here at the moment.
I know that you will enjoy the hotel and that you will have a great time
Reports and pictures are of course required
I was planning everything meticulously for this coming weekend and then some doubt started to creep in, is it this weekend or is it in July. Having checked with the organiser, OC I now know it is July when currently I cannot go due to my shifts. :angry: The meet was originally booked for this weekend.
If I can't work my magic and blag some time off work in July this will be the first gathering I haven't been able to attend in about five years....and if that's the case that will be proper :shit:
me too Steve
Are many going?
It's official I cannot go. I cannot get the time off work.
Well I will be there and a BMW riding mate Darren .
That's 2 then!
And me - 3 (with family in tow)
I'm sorry that I cannot be there and am gutted that I will miss the event, but unfortunately there is no option at this stage
I know you'll all have a great time and that you'll enjoy the ride outs in the stunning Yorkshire Dales.
Gutted :sad:
5 then
No I'm sad to say I'm not.
Quote from: PRD on June 16, 2017, 03:11:05 PM
5 then
:listencarefully: When I say 3, I mean I am number 3 not I am bringing 3 :whistling:
3 only then?
Testicles!
Quote from: Charlie farley on June 22, 2017, 05:30:18 PM
BALLS to you Pete 🖕
Someone is missing a gonad here..... :smiley: :smiley:
I am coming ! :yes:
Booked it up last year and looking forward to meeting everyone ( except you Charlie of course ! ) whom I don't yet "know" !
Its a fair trek up from the Sunny Sussex coast so I have built in a breakfast stop in Central London with my old team who are on shift that day .... then a little trip to Kings Lynn to see an ex team mate then into York to the BM dealer .. just for free coffee etc and then onto the venue at The Castle Arms Inn !
I have a room booked of course and breakfast is included :clap: :clap:
I can book in from 3pm onwards and hope to be there late afternoon ... I shall get one of those children badges made up with "RUSTY" on it !!!! :grin: :grin:
See you there.
Don't forget cameras guys, I'm truly p☆ssed off that i can't be there :cry:
Ditto :2guns:
Has anyone got any routes sorted for the weekend? or was it going to be a case of make it up as we go along?
My first task is getting there 🤔
Quote from: Bristolbob on July 08, 2017, 09:05:49 PM
Has anyone got any routes sorted for the weekend? or was it going to be a case of make it up as we go along?
I purposely didn't sort/suggest any routes as there are so many places that you can ride to and visit over the weekend, in my opinion (having lived in and ridden the area) it's far better that you make your own decisions about where to go and what to see, I don't like the idea of dictating where to go and what to do ..BUT here's a list of locations that are worth visiting and will all provide a good and enjoyable ride out :smiley:
Masham - (Black sheep brewery centre) this town is close by and has cafe's in the Square,
Devils Bridge - Kirkby Lonsdale (ever popular bikers meet & gateway to the dry Lake District) good grub and lots of bike chat with hundreds of others you will use the A684 and then the stunning (on a good day) B 6255 to Ingleton
Richmond to Barnard Castle and then Middleton-in-Teesdale via the B6277 will provide enjoyable riding and good cafes , then on to Hartside Top near Alston over the B6277 with a spectacular descent (be careful) to Penrith on the A686
Try Leyburn which is very nearby then ride on towards Hawes on the A684 but turn left onto the B6160 towards Kettlewell/Grassington and Pateley Bridge which is lovely and has a great olde worlde sweet shoppe on the main street
Maybe ride to Settle to wander around and visit the cafe's (the Naked Man cafe is popular) clothes required :mfr_lol:
There are lots of places you can visit and having provided this info, which is by no means complete, I now feel even more hacked off that I cannot be there
have a really great time, enjoy, ride safe and report back with some pictures/video please :biker3:
Rog :sad:
My unfortunately timed undiagnosed colitis grounding me for last years meet. :nuke:
Now with the subsequent condition management starting to make life a lot easier, I was hoping to sneak up with Cheryl and supprise you all ..............possibly by buying a round or two :stuart:
But alas business has got in the way of pleasure and as I travel back from Ireland today I find I'm working in Martock 14/15th July
May I wish the group all the best for the meet and ride safe guys :scooter: :punk:
Quote from: Charlie747 on July 09, 2017, 11:17:12 AM
My unfortunately timed undiagnosed colitis grounding me for last years meet. :nuke:
Now with the subsequent condition management starting to make life a lot easier, I was hoping to sneak up with Cheryl and supprise you all ..............possibly by buying a round or two :stuart:
But alas business has got in the way of pleasure and as I travel back from Ireland today I find I'm working in Martock 14/15th July
May I wish the group all the best for the meet and ride safe guys :scooter: :punk:
Blimey, the lengths some folk go to to get out of buying a round :mfr_lol:
Hope that you are much better mate, and don't work too hard :smiley:
I'm wondering if it's worth this event even going ahead, it's going to be an abysmal turn out and not representative of what we have achieved in the past which has been truly outstanding.
Just a thought. :no:
Quote from: The Wolf on July 09, 2017, 11:50:43 AM
I'm wondering if it's worth this event even going ahead, it's going to be an abysmal turn out and not representative of what we have achieved in the past which has been truly outstanding.
Just a thought. :no:
Don't be so daft, kill joy, just cos you can't go doesn't mean that others cant enjoy themselves, I'm surprised at you Steve :ohplease:
Quote from: O.C. on July 09, 2017, 12:17:55 PM
Don't be so daft, kill joy, just cos you can't go doesn't mean that others cant enjoy themselves, I'm surprised at you Steve :ohplease:
Rog, I didn't want people to be disappointed if they turned up only to discover it's them and a couple of others. I know Rusty is planning on coming up from Worthing, thats a fair trip by anyones standards. I sincerley hope it does go ahead and everyone enjoys themselves and considers it well worth the effort.
So how many are actually going then?
Quote from: PRD on July 09, 2017, 02:26:11 PM
So how many are actually going then?
Not you eh Pete, or Steve or me ....................
I wonder why I get the feeling that some that can't or aren't able to go don't want others to enjoy themselves :popcorn:
I think it's about quality not quantity and I hope that those who do go have a really great time ............don't you ?
Oh :eek:
I think with Charley working that may leave myself and Bristol Bob and one other ... more :eek: :eek:
With no offence to anyone here but I am coming up from the Sussex coast and for a 3 man meet up I simply don't think its worth the effort, plus I only have until Tuesday to cancel my booked room for free.
Perhaps next year when, as Steve says we can get a group from this great forum that is truly representative of all the threads and members.
So as they say in The Dragons Den ... "I,m out"
I am sorry if my decision is the final nail in the coffin that puts an end to the meet but I just can't justify the expense and time in these circumstances.
:embarrassed: :embarrassed:
I'm going plus mate Darren this Will be my first time off this year and I've not stayed in this part of UK I will enjoy myself .
Quote from: Charlie farley on July 09, 2017, 04:28:28 PM
I'm going plus mate Darren this Will be my first time off this year and I've not stayed in this part of UK I will enjoy myself .
I hope that you have a great time Charlie & Darren, and anyone else who still plans to attend, I hope that your enjoyment hasn't been spoiled by others, Charlie, we will no doubt speak before the weekend.
I'm angry about the negative attitude demonstrated by some members who ought to set a better example - you know who you are and I hope that you are pleased with yourselves :angry:
I have done my best to provide decent accommodation for our group, which wasn't easy, in a location which is stunning and at a price, which although a little pricey, was the best I could obtain in the circumstances.
I'm extremely upset that I cannot be there but my house move has completely eliminated any chance of that happening this year. Obviously if any member decides not to go or cannot attend then that is understandable, but I cannot accept that there seems to be an attitude of "if I can't go, then no-one else should" :gun_bandana:
For those who seem determined to spoil this years event for other members, I have a clear message - "You can organise next years event" I won't be supporting you though :censored:
If you have booked and cannot attend then please notify the hotel out of courtesy.
Rog, I can see where Wolf is coming from with his view on viability. With any group activity there comes a tipping point when the original idea simply doesn't work if there are insufficient people to provide the different mix of personalities and background interests that these things thrive on. It seems that, in this case, that point might have been reached.
It doesn't mean that the activity cannot still be successful, just that it is different from that originally intended, i.e. a sizeable meeting of a group of like - minded people.
As Steve has travelled to all of the previous annual meets that I have managed to attend (and probably many more) as well as a few others that were unscheduled (Wheels Peterborough for instance in late winter) I don't think that anyone can really question his motivation to support such gatherings.
My own thoughts, for what they are worth, are that pointing out to anyone who still plans to go that it will probably be a very small gathering compared with other years and without the normal range of activities organised, might preserve and just save the event for the future?
Just so we are clear, I am still coming up from Bristol and with me will be my son on his 50cc bike!! He's able to do 50mph and is really looking forward to the ride up (whether that still stands when he gets there after 6 hours in the saddle is another matter). This is the official yearly meet of which this will be my 1st, whether there is 2 or 200 riders we shall enjoy ourselves :scooter: :biker3: :banana: :banana:
That is good news. I hope you 1. Have a dry ride up and 2. your son really enjoys himself. It is a shame that your first GTR annual meet will not be as busy as usual and of course there will be plenty more. :yes:
Quote from: Bristolbob on July 10, 2017, 07:59:15 AM
Just so we are clear, I am still coming up from Bristol and with me will be my son on his 50cc bike!! He's able to do 50mph and is really looking forward to the ride up (whether that still stands when he gets there after 6 hours in the saddle is another matter). This is the official yearly meet of which this will be my 1st, whether there is 2 or 200 riders we shall enjoy ourselves :scooter: :biker3: :banana: :banana:
excellent, that demonstrates the right spirit and attitude. I'm sure you will enjoy yourselves and top marks to your son. Have a wonderful time, it's so good to see the younger motorcycle element taking part, motorcycling needs more like him ~ he's clearly a 'chip off the old block' :clap: :clap:
:scooter: :punk:
Have we calmed down yet? :rolleyes:
No calming down needed here I'm going and will have a good time 😀
Quote from: Charlie farley on July 10, 2017, 09:07:01 PM
No calming down needed here I'm going and will have a good time 😀
Glad to hear it, if work wasn't what it is, I'd also be there. :clap:
Quote from: The Wolf on July 10, 2017, 09:12:15 PM
Glad to hear it, if work wasn't what it is, I'd also be there. :clap:
+1 :agree:
Quote from: The Wolf on July 10, 2017, 09:12:15 PM
Glad to hear it, if work wasn't what it is, I'd also be there. :clap:
Alas due to work :censored:
I'm still planning on being there on Saturday
Quote from: Kwikasfuki on July 11, 2017, 12:46:08 PM
I'm still planning on being there on Saturday
:clap:
Quote from: Kwikasfuki on July 11, 2017, 12:46:08 PM
I'm still planning on being there on Saturday
Thanks for your support Asif, I'm really sorry that I cannot be there. I'll ring you soon :smiley:
weather forecast for next 7 days. Saturday looks a bit patchy
https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=weather+forecast+leyburn&oq=weather+forecast+leyburn&aqs=chrome..69i57j0l5.7611j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#q=weather+forecast+north+yorkshire+next+7+days
It's lovely out here. Apparently there's 4 other GTR owners about but I'm damned if I can find them!
:mfr_lol:
Found them :)
Good was starting to worry. So should be 5 Gtrs there now. Enjoy yourselves.
:banana:
Did you all have a good time? How was the meeting?
Come on guys how was the meeting? We need to know!
Quote from: PRD on July 26, 2017, 08:42:54 PM
Come on guys how was the meeting? We need to know!
We had a great time , if you were there you would had a great time to is that what you wanted to know .🏍
:mfr_lol:
Quote from: Charlie farley on July 26, 2017, 10:50:43 PM
We had a great time , if you were there you would had a great time to is that what you wanted to know .🏍
usually after a meeting there is a report as to how it went. This time there was a staggering silence so that is why I enquired. Hope that is ok with you.
Quote from: PRD on July 27, 2017, 08:41:41 AM
usually after a meeting there is a report as to how it went. This time there was a staggering silence so that is why I enquired. Hope that is ok with you.
There's nothing staggering about it.
I wasn't able to attend, however those that did attend very much enjoyed themselves which is great news and exactly what was planned.
It's a great shame that more support wasn't forthcoming however the lack of support didn't spoil things for those who did attend. :yes:
Well I'm pleased that those who attended enjoyed themselves, that's what it's all about at the end of the day.
Circumstances dictated that for various individual reasons it wasn't as well attended as previous meets, but that's just representative of the pressures and commitments faced by people these days through work, family life, etc etc.
I don't recall exactly when, possibly four years ago, an intended meet in Devon did have the plug pulled because of much uncertainty as to who could make it, these things happen occasionally.
The small soir'ee planned for The Belfry next month will hopefully give people a further opportunity to catch up with folk who couldn't attend this meet.
P.S. further to my above post, I am still however very surprised that nobody has put any sort of update on of any description.....that is quite bizarre.
A follow up report will be posted, in due course.
"Bizarre" ? no, just not done yet
It was two weeks ago. :popcorn:
Quote from: The Wolf on July 29, 2017, 04:36:44 PM
It was two weeks ago. :popcorn:
Correct, a report will no doubt be posted in due course.
If I had been able to attend then I would have been able to post a report, mind you that could be said of others too :whistling:
Report long time coming compared to earlier events!
Quote from: PRD on July 29, 2017, 06:12:54 PM
Report long time coming compared to earlier events!
What's all the fuss about, when the report appears I'm sure it will make good reading....calm down dear
I will be compiling a short write up soon with a couple of photos. But, as pointed out by Wolf, I have work commitments and last week a Scout camp that have occupied every moment of my waking life since returning from the epic meet. Patience fellow GTR owners
Quote from: Brizzlerob on July 30, 2017, 04:27:18 PM
I will be compiling a short write up soon with a couple of photos. But, as pointed out by Wolf, I have work commitments and last week a Scout camp that have occupied every moment of my waking life since returning from the epic meet. Patience fellow GTR owners
good man.
Quote from: Brizzlerob on July 30, 2017, 04:27:18 PM
I will be compiling a short write up soon with a couple of photos. But, as pointed out by Wolf, I have work commitments and last week a Scout camp that have occupied every moment of my waking life since returning from the epic meet. Patience fellow GTR owners
Thanks Rob, when you have got time, that should appease the children :yes:
Pete, at this rate our write up will be published before theirs! :whistling:
You make it sound like an 'us and them ' scenario, when in reality we are all part of the same group/forum :yes:
Steve, Bob has already stated that he will post a report as soon as he can
You and Pete seem to be hell bent on stirring the pot and for the life of me I can't see what is to be gained from that behaviour :whistling:
I'm not stirring the pot. Genuinely interested as to who went, hotel ride outs etc.
Roger we're only teasing you and trying to get you to bite which you do each time. It's a bit of banter, chillax, you're so serious with everything :mfr_lol:
Quote from: The Wolf on July 31, 2017, 10:00:18 AM
Roger we're only teasing you and trying to get you to bite which you do each time. It's a bit of banter, chillax, you're so serious with everything :mfr_lol:
Never mind the banter where is the report :mfr_lol: :mfr_lol:
Quote from: The Wolf on July 31, 2017, 10:00:18 AM
Roger we're only teasing you and trying to get you to bite which you do each time. It's a bit of banter, chillax, you're so serious with everything :mfr_lol:
To say that its all banter and a bit of fun is a cop out (pun intended) and just an excuse. The art of teasing and winding people up is to know when to stop Steven, I have already received a totally inaccurate and personally offensive communication via Facebook messenger (which you are aware of), and so it really isn't surprising that I bite when I'm confronted with more of the same...enough is enough.
Knowing when something is no longer funny or appropriate is knowing when to stop, as Global Moderator I would that you expect you are already aware of this.
I have responded openly on the forum rather than by P.M so that others can see where I stand on the matter, I'm not asking for agreement to or support of my position by the way.
I do have a serious side but predominantly an extremely amiable and friendly relaxed style, to which all people who know me will testify, so to say "I'm so serious with everything" is completely inaccurate, additionally you have known me personally for long enough to recognise this fact.
I do not intend to continue this exchange as there is nothing more left to say which is constructive, so, as far as I'm concerned, the matter is now closed.
I now hope that normal service can be resumed, and that this post remains within the thread on the forum !
QED
GTR Owners meeting 2017
Having joined the GTR forum to be able to meet like-minded owners and join up for the occasional ride, it was with some excitement that I signed up to go to the annual meet which this year was to be based at Snape in North Yorkshire. After consulting with SHMBO it was agreed that she and my daughter would go up in her VW T5 van whilst I escorted my son on his 50cc bike!
As the day approached to leave for North Yorkshire, there was plenty of negative talk on the forum regarding the number of attendees this year ie 3 official GTR members and 4 friends and family. Despite this, it was confirmed that we would still make the effort even if there was a limited turn out. On the morning of Friday 14th July it was necessary for me to be in work for 0500 and I was then able to escape the clutches of my employers at 1200. I arrived home for lunch before Kieron and I made our way down to the garage to mount our trusty steeds and head off into the wilds of Northern England (ie North of Gloucester). Leaving at 1430, we made steady progress with a couple of stops on the way for fuel for us and then for the bikes. Our 3rd and last stop was at Doncaster where we met up with my wife and daughter. It was from here that my daughter Robyn donned her helmet (and other suitable attire) and joined me for the final leg of our 270 mile trip.
Photo 1: Kieron looking 'fresh'
We arrived at the Castle Arms on the stroke of mid-night and were kindly flagged down and directed in by a kind fellow. We parked up the bikes and were greeted by my wife (who was able to use the Queens highways to their full potential) and by two men (one of which was the fellow that had directed us in). Introductions then followed with the two being Charley Farley and his mate Darren – a nice guy afflicted with the ownership of a BMW whom Charley and I spent almost every moment trying to convince him to come over to the light side (if recent reports are to be a guide then we may have had a little success; time will tell).
Saturday morning arrived with Charley and Darren pacing the pub garden whilst I pulled myself together and got up whilst gently encouraging my children to do like-wise. It was agreed that Kieron would ride with me while Mother and daughter (and pooch) would visit the local area by van. Charley, Darren and I then briefly discussed routes and a plan was put together. Charley then pulled out a bag and from which, he then handed to each of us a coaster that he had made for the occasion along with a tale of how last year he had made side stand plates for all attendees but all thought that they were too good for their intended purpose and would use them as coasters.
Leaving Snape at about 1000, we headed out East with our sights set on Helmsley via A170. At Helmsley we enjoyed a coffee whilst trying to figure out how 1 man and 2 women were going to arrange themselves on the only bike that was visible!! Our computations were resolved soon with the arrival of presumably a second husband on 2 wheels. Our next target for a smoking break was to take us from Helmsley up the B1257 across the Western side of the North York Moors to Stokesley. This was to be a relatively short stop until we were met by the local old guy chatterbox that used to have this and that when he was a lad etc etc etc. Charley and Darren managed to quickly extradite themselves with the apparent need to go to the loo, leaving Kieron and me to try to bring our conversation to close before darkness fell!!
Photo 2: Darrens bike being shaparoned by the GTRs to protect from insults from outsiders!!
Our last stop before heading back to Snape was to be at Leyburn where Kieron and I picked up a drink and had a short wander round. Fortunately we were not accosted by Leyburns village old boy!
Upon our return to the Castle Arms we were met by the very nearly departing Kwikasfuki, who upon seeing us, quickly turned his bike around and joined us in the pub where he had been waiting for a considerable time.
Photo 3: A chat with Asif in the pub car park
The evening was spent over a lovely evening meal (thank you), with chat and drink. With Asif having to depart to make his way home we then settled for the night to prepare for the journey home.
Nice report Bob.
You obviously would'nt have been accosted by Leyburn's village old boy because he has moved to Northern Ireland :clap: :clap: :clap
Thank you for doing the write up. I enjoyed reading that.
Brilliant and full marks to Kieran for making the journey on a 50cc bike :eek: ......he should become an honorary member as I believe that it took about 11 hours (some of our members complain after 2 or 3 hours in the saddle on much more capable bikes) thank you also for posting your report as I know that you have been busy, its a great and interesting report :clap:
I'm glad you enjoyed the meeting despite the low level of support, it really is a beautiful part of the world with superb biking roads.
Ha ha MO, :mfr_lol: you are sort of right as this old boy has recently moved to Northern Ireland, which is why it wasn't possible for me to attend, there is, however, an even older old boy still residing in Leyburn, who does 'lurk' this forum and he is still capable of riding out drinking tea eating bacon butties and the occasional slice of cake :smiley:
Thanks again for your report and well done Kieran I salute you sir :rockon:
Quote from: moayling on August 19, 2017, 01:38:20 PM
Nice report Bob.
You obviously would'nt have been accosted by Leyburn's village old boy because he has moved to Northern Ireland :clap: :clap: :clap
Perhaps he meant the other one?
Many thanks for updating the thread and sharing the account with us. I don't think I would have had the enthusiasm to do the journey your Son managed on a 'small' engined bike. Fair play to him.
Nice report bob .
Congratulations to your lad on a bike of that size that GTR looks very familiar :mfr_lol: :whistling:
Hope you can make the other meet I will be there Saturday afternoon till Sunday :banana:
Quote from: pross on August 19, 2017, 08:56:59 PM
Nice report bob .
Congratulations to your lad on a bike of that size that GTR looks very familiar :mfr_lol: :whistling:
Hope you can make the other meet I will be there Saturday afternoon till Sunday :banana:
Did it bring back fond memories Tony? I am looking to be there most of the Saturday (maybe a bit of Friday evening). Sunday morning I will be running the Severn Bridge half marathon - not too far away but on 2 feet as aposed to 2 wheels.
Quote from: Brizzlerob on August 20, 2017, 01:55:45 PM
Did it bring back fond memories Tony? I am looking to be there most of the Saturday (maybe a bit of Friday evening). Sunday morning I will be running the Severn Bridge half marathon - not too far away but on 2 feet as aposed to 2 wheels.
Hopefully we will meet up the Saturday I am booked in for one night travelling back Sunday back at work Monday :yes:
Nice write up and very well done to "Junior" for making such a long trip on a small bike .. that is a really good effort :yes: :yes: