The Yarra Ranges Branch has extended an invitation to all Ulysses Club Canberra Branch members to a New Year’s Eve ride and celebration with them.
Date: 31st December 2014
Altered Departure Time!!
Meet at: Caltex Hume at 9:15am for a 9.30am Departure
Contact Mick on 0412 134376
To stay overnight, book your own accommodation, or come for a day ride
A special mention to Maritta for a brilliant night’s dinner last night at Walsh’s
and a job well done!
Ulysses Club, Canberra Branch Website
Monday, December 29, 2014
Sunday, December 21, 2014
Chomp’n’Chat to Wee Jasper (not!) – Lake Burrinjuck, 21 December 2014
This ride was supposed to be for lunch at ‘The Stables’ – Wee Jasper pub. Rang the pub on the Friday to find out the pub is up for sale, and no meals can be found elsewhere at Wee Jasper. So a change of venue was proposed and put to Gary Mac for promulgation on The Blog.
With Christmas holidays approaching, the servo at Lake Burrinjuck Recreation Reserve would be well stocked for burgers, fish and chips and pizzas in readiness for the hordes of hungry holiday makers with boats off all sorts, and so it shall be...
We met at Caltex Nicholls 0945 for a 1000 start in fine weather, which promised to be quite a warm day of 30C or thereabouts.
The ride brief went like this: “I know the road to Burrinjuck, although sealed, is a challenge – especially given that now is the time for crazy 4WD owners with ski boats that are as big as the road is wide. What we have going for us is that if there are boat trailers on the road, we’re with the flow. 20km out, the road narrows, the scenery is nice but don’t get distracted by it, keep to your side and use the convex mirrors that are placed on the tight corners.... and by the way, there is a day entry fee to the Park of $5 per bike” (small oversight – it’s one way in, and the same road out, so what if we meet these mad 4WD’s on the way back up the hill?).
We set off at a leisurely pace, with Peter Arday, Daryl, Kim turning off at the Burley Griffin Way as they had decided to go to Harden.
We gathered by the roadside immediately after turning off the Hume onto the Burrinjuck road to make sure all ten bikes are with us, and dropped the pace back to the posted limit of 80kmh till a right hand sweeper and the 60kmh limit sign that signals the start of the run down into the valley.
What a lovely run down – no boats, no deadfall on the road (we haven’t had many windy days lately), watching the convex safety mirrors and before long we were at the park entrance (don’t go straight ahead just before the entrance – it takes you to the wall and the road is closed, and there is little opportunity to turn around). The entrance is well signposted with a sharp left turn. We gathered at the entrance, paid our entry fee and the park rangers opened the boom gates for us.
We parked the bikes in the shade near the main boat ramp, checked the time and realised it’s only 1130, and too early for lunch (by the way, it’s exactly 100km from Caltex Nicholls to the boat ramp). So I took the troupe on a slow (? – we’re all out of shape!) stroll through the light scrub and foreshore to the Carrols Creek campground, where we took in the nice views and a bit of a chat, took some photo’s and then set about the walk back to the Servo/shop for lunch.
It is here that David decided to show us how to do a ‘ninja roll’ on making his way down to the foreshore. What we saw was a tumble, a graceful roll, and anywhere else it would have been fine – except everywhere you look is rocky ground. As a result, David was missing some bark from both his hands, and a nasty bump was developing. A little shaken, we (mostly David!) had a bit of a rest and then headed to the shop for lunch. The ‘burger with the lot’ at $8.50 was a good choice – huge! Others had F&C or BLT’s, and before long we headed back out.
No boats on the way back up, and we stopped just before crossing onto the Hume again to see how David’s hands are holding up.
A few of us stopped at the George Harcourt Inn for a beer before breaking off for home. A pleasant day out with fellow riders, thanks folks. Have a safe Christmas and we’ll ride again soon.
Chris
Riders
With Christmas holidays approaching, the servo at Lake Burrinjuck Recreation Reserve would be well stocked for burgers, fish and chips and pizzas in readiness for the hordes of hungry holiday makers with boats off all sorts, and so it shall be...
We met at Caltex Nicholls 0945 for a 1000 start in fine weather, which promised to be quite a warm day of 30C or thereabouts.
The ride brief went like this: “I know the road to Burrinjuck, although sealed, is a challenge – especially given that now is the time for crazy 4WD owners with ski boats that are as big as the road is wide. What we have going for us is that if there are boat trailers on the road, we’re with the flow. 20km out, the road narrows, the scenery is nice but don’t get distracted by it, keep to your side and use the convex mirrors that are placed on the tight corners.... and by the way, there is a day entry fee to the Park of $5 per bike” (small oversight – it’s one way in, and the same road out, so what if we meet these mad 4WD’s on the way back up the hill?).
We set off at a leisurely pace, with Peter Arday, Daryl, Kim turning off at the Burley Griffin Way as they had decided to go to Harden.
We gathered by the roadside immediately after turning off the Hume onto the Burrinjuck road to make sure all ten bikes are with us, and dropped the pace back to the posted limit of 80kmh till a right hand sweeper and the 60kmh limit sign that signals the start of the run down into the valley.
What a lovely run down – no boats, no deadfall on the road (we haven’t had many windy days lately), watching the convex safety mirrors and before long we were at the park entrance (don’t go straight ahead just before the entrance – it takes you to the wall and the road is closed, and there is little opportunity to turn around). The entrance is well signposted with a sharp left turn. We gathered at the entrance, paid our entry fee and the park rangers opened the boom gates for us.
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| Troupe observed in light scrub |
We parked the bikes in the shade near the main boat ramp, checked the time and realised it’s only 1130, and too early for lunch (by the way, it’s exactly 100km from Caltex Nicholls to the boat ramp). So I took the troupe on a slow (? – we’re all out of shape!) stroll through the light scrub and foreshore to the Carrols Creek campground, where we took in the nice views and a bit of a chat, took some photo’s and then set about the walk back to the Servo/shop for lunch.
It is here that David decided to show us how to do a ‘ninja roll’ on making his way down to the foreshore. What we saw was a tumble, a graceful roll, and anywhere else it would have been fine – except everywhere you look is rocky ground. As a result, David was missing some bark from both his hands, and a nasty bump was developing. A little shaken, we (mostly David!) had a bit of a rest and then headed to the shop for lunch. The ‘burger with the lot’ at $8.50 was a good choice – huge! Others had F&C or BLT’s, and before long we headed back out.
No boats on the way back up, and we stopped just before crossing onto the Hume again to see how David’s hands are holding up.
A few of us stopped at the George Harcourt Inn for a beer before breaking off for home. A pleasant day out with fellow riders, thanks folks. Have a safe Christmas and we’ll ride again soon.
Chris
Riders
- Chris Dietzel: Kawasaki GTR1400 (ride leader)
- Chas Towie: Honda ST1300I
- Neil Goldfinch: Honda CBR1100XX Blackbird
- David Jansen: Triumph Tiger Explorer
- Mark and Cathy Walker: Honda NT700V Deauville.
- Karen Clarke: Yamaha Roadliner
- Rob Clarke: Yamaha FJR1300
- Andrew Campbell: Kawasaki ZX14R
- Arthur Mc. Honda
- Phil D. Triumph Bonneville
- Peter Arday: Honda ST1300
- Daryl Pailin: GL1800
- Kim Moorey: BMW F700GS
Friday, December 19, 2014
Update for the Wee Jaspar Ride - Sunday, Dec 21, 2014
Chis D who is the ride leader for the day advises Wee Jasper pub is up for sale, and no other options for eating in WJ, unless
we just go there, then back to Yass, and eat at Yass.
Chris proposes an alternative
ride location to Lake Burrinjuck resort.
This may entail a day visit
fee ($5 for bikes previously)
Road is sealed all the way, and is a challenging narrow, winding
road the last 20km in. The Servo at the resort does great burgers and
pizzas, and fish & chips. There will be no shortage of food now
being so close to Christmas...
BTW,
the road to Wee Jasper is sealed all the way from Yass, but if on the
return leg you turn right onto Mountain Creek Road, both options from
here back to the Canberra have sections of dirt
(Left onto Fairlight road would see
about 3km of dirt (comes into Uriarra Crossing), and continuing straight
ahead on Mountain Creek Road into Uriarra has about 9km of dirt.)
Monday, December 15, 2014
Thredbo Ride 14 December '14.
Riders were:
Garry – Rider Leader
Thredbo Ride 14/12/14.
- Garry McCurley – VFR1200
- Natalie TeBay – VFR1200
- Darryl Cullen – 1250 Bandit
- Adam Kral – GSXR 1100
- Neil Goldfinch – CBR1100XX
- Gary Thomas – DL650
- Graham Williams – VT750
- David Greig DL650
- Manfred Halton – BMW1200.
The ride left Hume Caltex at 08:30am in beautiful weather. We headed to Jindabyne for fuel, Kosciusko National Park passes & morning tea.
On our way
to Jindabyne we had a very enjoyable ride through some very pretty
countryside with warm temperatures & sunny blue skies.
We had a
very pleasant morning tea at Jindabyne sitting under an umbrella on the
outside deck area at the coffee shop located in the same building as the
National Parks Office.
After morning tea the ride up to Thredbo was also very enjoyable.
While
riding through the park we sighted an unfriendly snake on the road who
had a bit of a strike at a few of the group as we rode past.
On arrival at Thredbo we parked the bikes & headed to the Hotel for a very nice lunch.
Before leaving Hume there was a report that the weather in Thredbo was going to be cold & windy. Fortunately for us when we arrived in Thredbo the weather was very sunny, warm & no wind.
However, while eating lunch we could see the weather was changing out on the horizon. In order to beat the bad weather we did not stay too long in Thredbo after lunch.
We decided to have a quick look at Thredbo from a top car park & then head off to Cooma for fuel & afternoon tea.While afternoon tea at Cooma was also very good we needed to keep an eye on the weather.
We finished afternoon tea said our good byes & headed for Canberra arriving home at about 4:30pm.
In summary the day was very enjoyable, great company, good weather for motor bike riding & magnificent scenery.
Tuesday, December 9, 2014
BBQ for the Toy Run - Volunteers??
El Presidente Mick is calling for volunteers to help with the BBQ for this years Toy Run:
"We are calling on our members to rally and pitch in to help as we are running one of the BBQs at the MRA Toy Run at Old Parliament House this Saturday. Just an hour will do. All those who have helped previously have had a great time working and laughing together to raise money for UCARF and Snowy Hydro Southcare Helicopters.
So highlight Saturday 13th December in your diaries and call me on 0412 134376 or email me to let me if you can help out.
I intend to be there at 7.30 to set up - it should all be over by lunchtime."
Toy Run Details here:
http://www.mraact.org.au/mra-act-2014-toy-run-saturday-13-december/
"We are calling on our members to rally and pitch in to help as we are running one of the BBQs at the MRA Toy Run at Old Parliament House this Saturday. Just an hour will do. All those who have helped previously have had a great time working and laughing together to raise money for UCARF and Snowy Hydro Southcare Helicopters.
So highlight Saturday 13th December in your diaries and call me on 0412 134376 or email me to let me if you can help out.
Toy Run Details here:
http://www.mraact.org.au/mra-act-2014-toy-run-saturday-13-december/
Sunday, December 7, 2014
The Veteran, Vintage and Classic Motorcycle Club of ACT, 38th Annual Rally 2015
The Veteran, Vintage and Classic
Motorcycle Club of ACT
will be held on
the Canberra Day long weekend
Saturday, 7 March and Sunday, 8 March 2015(not in January, as in previous years)
********************
***Notice of Change of Date and Venue***
Motorcycle Club of ACT
will be held on
the Canberra Day long weekend
Saturday, 7 March and Sunday, 8 March 2015(not in January, as in previous years)
********************
***Notice of Change of Date and Venue***
Dear Rallyist,
We wish to advise that the VVCMCC ACT Annual Rally has moved both date and venue for 2015.
This is due to the Canberra Carotel Motel and Caravan Park
(where we have held the rally for the last few years)
not being available for our January date,
and there were no other affordable options open to us for that weekend.
After careful consideration and exploring all options,
we have decided to move the date to the Canberra Day Long Weekend, 7 and 8 March 2015.
We have secured a venue at the
Capital Country Holiday Village (47 Bidges Rd, Sutton),
a site that has been used by other clubs for their
rallies and events and comes highly recommended.
As 2015 is the 100th anniversary of the landing at Gallipoli,
we will be commemorating the event with
'Military Machines' being the marque for the rally.
The Terribly British Day - please note the change of venue
Well worth a visit!
Due to the inclement weather, The Terribly British Day
(Sunday 7 December)has been RELOCATED
from the Patrick White Lawns to the
Treasury Carpark
(off Langton Cres)
(Sunday 7 December)has been RELOCATED
from the Patrick White Lawns to the
Treasury Carpark
(off Langton Cres)
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