At the November Branch meeting it was announced that after a break of a few years the Capital Rally is back on. Because we can no longer camp at Brindabella it has been moved to Stewart's Crossing.
So ...All are invited to the revamped 2018 Capital Rally to be held at Stewart’s Crossing on the 12-14 January 2018 at Oallen/Charleyong bear Braidwood and Tarago.
The Rally is a BYO event as there will be no catering. Cost is $20 to cover a rally badge and the hire of a toilet as there are no facilities at the camp ground. Any excess funds will be donated to the MRAACT.
This will be a back to basics camping weekend and given the season it is likely a fire ban will be in place.
Nevertheless an esky, ice, beer and antipasta and some good company you won't go wrong. (bring your tent and a foldup chair)
Keep an eye on the MRAACT website/facebook etc . Any further updates to the branch will be linked to this page.
Maps have been provided:
The forecast for the day was not all that appealing for Canberra or the coast, never believe the forecasters, the weather for the day turned out to be great for riding.
The first leg down through Cooma to Nimitabel was taken at a moderate pace due to the Snowy Ride being on the same weekend and not trusting the local constabulary. Morno’s were taken at the bakery in Nimitabel then it was off to Bombala and onto one of the nicest pieces of road in the area.
Into Eden for fuel and then onto the wharf area for lunch.
Unfortunately John’s BMW failed to proceed from the servo and he missed out on lunch; sorry John. John’s SO came down from Canberra to pick his dad up and take him home. John returned to Eden on Mon with the trailer to retrieve the recalcitrant BMW, turns out the battery had decided to throw in the towel.
After leaving John in Eden it was then on up the coast past Bega then up the Brown with a catch up and goodbyes at Polo Flat then on home.
A great days ride with good company, thank you to those who made the ride.
Cheers..
DP
- Darryl Palin GL1800
- David Dawson R1200GS
- Hartmut Kehm R1200GS
- Chas Towie ST1300
- Les Robinson Triumph Trophy
- John Mellor R1200RT
Yes, it's time again for the ACT and Region Annual Motorcyclists Toy Run. This is the 37th time we've done this - and this year the Toy Run will be held on the 9th December, starting at Old Parliament House.
The ride starts at 10.00 but the volunteers at the BBQ's will be making Egg and Bacon Rolls from 8.30. Coffee will be available as well.
Please spread the word and let's make this a big event to raise money, and provide food and the very welcome toys for those less fortunate in our community.
If you'd like some ideas about gifts - Vouchers are fantastic, especially for teenagers, and some food ideas could be in the Christmas theme -
Christmas puddings, cakes and mince pies, long-life cream and custard, Snacks( e.g. lollies, biscuits, chips, chocolates), as well as Christmas table décor – bonbons, decorations, disposable plates etc.
If you have any queries, please contact MRA ACT committee on committee@mraact.org.au
Jen Woods
on behalf of the MRA ACT
0448 336 111
PS: We’ll also need volunteers for the BBQ We’ll need people from 7.30 onwards.
Mick Beltrame has let us know the sad news that his mate Kipper has ridden on.
An able navigator, rider reporter and storyteller, Kipper shared many adventures with Mick and Canberra Branch.
He will be remembered very fondly and will be much missed.
Ride On Kipper!
A Motorcycle Show n' Shine will be held at Town Square, Brindabella Circuit, Brindabella Business Park on Thursday 30 November 2017 from 11.00am - 2:00PM .
The event will be presented by Canberra Defence Riders in support of the Prostate Cancer Foundation Australia. See the flyer below for more details.
