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The lockdown continues Firstly I hope that everyone has managed to endure the last month without too many issues and are
now looking forward to seeing a further relaxation in the rules to enable us to get out riding again.
I garaged my bike on the 20th January just before my knee replacement surgery and have not been
able to ride it since. Luckily I purchased an E-Mountain Bike while recovering from my operation
as I thought that it would be a great way to strengthen my knee following surgery.
We have had some great weather so it has been an excellent time to get into the Redwoods and ride
some of the access roads (I am keeping off the trails at the moment). I started the riding slowly but
over the month have managed to cover over 300km of enjoyable riding. But it’s not the same as
getting out on the motorcycle.
No doubt everyone has managed to thoroughly clean and polish their bike, checked the Warrant and
Rego expiration. While you have an extension for Rego renewal you still have to pay for the time
that you could not use the bike. Bugga!!
In addition all of the jobs that you had been planning to do around the house will have been attended
to.
So when it is time to ride you will be ready to do so. But in the meantime put your thinking caps on
and plan some rides and pass these onto Hartley to incorporate into the Runs calendar.
As we approach the end of week one of Level #3 lockdown I hope that everyone is continuing to
stay safe.
Smokey #3703
ROTORUA
RAMBLINGS
April 2020
A couple of 2020 Triumph
Tiger models the GT (Road
Bias) in Red and Rally (Off
Road Bias) in green.
Daze’s Face Mask dribbles (formerly known as DAZZA’S DRIBBLES)
Greetings All!
Well, what another month it's been, and really what a year!
Cheers Stay home, and stay safe. In that order.
Dazza
RUNS UPDATE
COFFEE When the lock down is over please join us for a coffee and chat
Saturday10.00am at the Aroma Café, 1126 Fenton Street
RUNS When Runs Resume they will continue to leave from the Z Petrol Station on Fenton Street.
Please read each ride with care as the times and leaving place may be different. If you are not
sure if the run may be cancelled because of inclement weather, phone Hartley on 021 916645.
Rides and upcoming events
All runs and events are cancelled until further notice. So it’s motorcycle cleaning time!!
However, if you have any ideas for an interesting future run once we are able to get riding again,
please contact:
Rotorua Runs Coordinator Hartley Gray #6974 phone 021 916645 (M)
Happy Ulyssians returning from the 2010 AGM in Christchurch
Gordon, Graeme, Sandy, Marlene, Tony, Hartley
Photo Credit,
Graeme Van Praagh
Tony joined Ulysses on 26th July 1993. Since that time he has served on the Rotorua Branch committee in a variety of roles. Tony ran the production of the Branch magazine from April 1999 until November 2005, during which time he organised the transition of it from traditional mail to internet distribution. At various times over many years he has acted as the Branch Runs Coordinator, a position he has currently held for the last 5 consecutive years. This is an important position in any branch as success in this area is critical to the wellbeing of a Branch. Tony has been very successful in this role and has been able to capture the enthusiasm of members and ensure that a successful programme has operated over a number of years. Tony attended his first A.G.M in Dunedin in 1998, and since that time has been a fantastic ambassador for the Rotorua Branch. It is doubtful whether there would be any longstanding member anywhere unaware of Tony and his wife, Marlene. Tony has helped out many club members who have been passing through Rotorua and who have experienced a breakdown with their motorcycle. From putting their bike on a trailer and getting it to a repair shop, to helping fix the problem, to loaning his spare Goldwing alternator. He is a constant attendee and volunteer, and often the instigator of functions and events. Our own Okataina Rally, held in June each year, owes much of its success to Tony's (and Marlene's) involvement and input. While a “true gentleman” in the traditional interpretation of the phrase, he is often a perpetrator or at least has some involvement in “disgraceful” (i.e. Ulysses!) acts.
This attitude is what has promoted the small Rotorua Branch of Ulysses to remain very successful and to maintain an atmosphere of camaraderie and professionalism
In short, Tony is the embodiment of what Rotorua, and New Zealand, Ulysses aspires to be.
(The above is an extract from the nomination form submitted for the award in 2013)
2013 ODYSSEY MEDAL AWARDEE
TONY BAKER
ROTORUA BRANCH #2436
Mal, Lynda & Hartley’s 2020 A.G.M. South Island Tour
Ready for the road
No matter where you travel
That looks like our ferry to Picton
Hartley?? Where did I put it
Great view from Hawkes Lookout, Takaka
Farewell Spit, here we come
Really!! Perhaps I won’t check it out
Dooooonuts…. Yum Yum
I think there is some slippage here
Lovely view but Mal we are not going down
there for a swim
What a great day
You bump into Ulyssians in all sorts of places
A great road trip is coming to an end.
FROM THE PAST Whanarua Bay Weekend ride 1996
Bruce and “Eye Shadow” sometime in the late
1990’s
Now that looks interesting Bruce let’s give it a go
There you go, Nothing too it Bruce
What the F…..!!!
FLASH#1272
ULYSSES ODE TO COVID-19
It’s hard to be a biker
When rules are put in place,
“Stay in” they say,
You must obey,
Stick to your main home base.
Your family are your friends,
TV is your lifeline,
Bake some bread,
Stay in bed,
But go out and risk a fine.
Stare longingly at your bike,
And clean it one more time,
Stay healthy and fit,
You disgraceful git!
Soon into the saddle you’ll climb.
My Suzuki is shiny and gleaming,
Not often it looks so good.
My anticipation,
With no fraternisation,
Is putting me in riding mood!
If you hanker to be on the road,
Then plan your next long ride,
You’ll be ready, therefore,
When lockdown is no more,
And your machine you’ll be astride.
Back to “Aroma” for coffee,
And a cake, some chips, and a bun,
Your appetite
Has no respite,
Nor does your desire for fun.
So take it from one who knows,
The wait is all worthwhile,
Just have a rest,
Don’t get depressed,
Soon it will be mile after mile.
NEXT BRANCH MEETING
T.B.A. 2020 AT 7PM
(St John's Ambulance Hall, 31 Pererika St, Rotorua)
2019-2020 Rotorua Branch
Co-ordinator: Darrell Klante 021 025 35987 [email protected]
Secretary: Andrea Thompson 021 137 1808 [email protected]
Treasurer: Hartley Gray 021 916 645 [email protected]
Newsletter: Stuart (Smokey) Burns 021 972535 [email protected]
Sheriff: Take your pick at the meeting!!
Runs Coordinator: Hartley Gray 021 916 645 [email protected]
Webmaster: Tony Baker 022 345 7607 [email protected]
Committee: Graeme van Praagh, Gordon (Flash) White
Branch address: P.O. Box 10168, Rotorua 3046, New Zealand
Branch website address: www.ulyssesrotorua.org.nz
