Bugsy Posted August 17, 2007 Share Posted August 17, 2007 Following on from consultations and in order to give more notice for planned days out it is proposed to organise days out on the second Sunday of each month.The next dates, for your diaries are as follows;Sept. 9thOct. 14thNov. 11th.We really must do the run to SD's neck of the woods so I suggest we do that one in September. After that, well, lets have suggestions.Ride safe...............................Gary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sid Posted August 17, 2007 Share Posted August 17, 2007 Hi Gary and welcome back!I've made a note, thanks. I hope to do the September ride. Ride-outs in Poitou-Charente! If we're going up north to see SD we'll be in Deux-Sèvres. [:)] (There's always one smart-a**e)Sid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugsy Posted August 17, 2007 Author Share Posted August 17, 2007 is that "Sid the Pedantic"?......................................[:D][:D][:D] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sid Posted August 18, 2007 Share Posted August 18, 2007 Oui, c'est moi! [geek]Sid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugsy Posted August 21, 2007 Author Share Posted August 21, 2007 Bounced for those that have yet to respond....[Www] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmt Posted August 21, 2007 Share Posted August 21, 2007 Yes, as available.8/9 September is the Roadster Cup at Le Vigeant (but we're stuck for the 9th anyway).Will the plans change if the sun goes in? [;-)] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugsy Posted August 21, 2007 Author Share Posted August 21, 2007 We are real bikers and ride in all weathers, apart from snow & ice.(said with fingers crossed behind ones back) [Www][Www] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmt Posted August 21, 2007 Share Posted August 21, 2007 Ooooo, pants on fire!"... if the weather's bad ...""... the forecast's a bit iffy ..."I did a 6k service a couple of months ago, to be all nice and ready -- for nought!Blardy sports lightweights.[8-|] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nomad Posted August 21, 2007 Share Posted August 21, 2007 Okay - where do you guys meet up and are there regular RV's for those in outlying area's ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snorkel Posted August 21, 2007 Share Posted August 21, 2007 Got guests on the 9th but I'll try to sneak out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugsy Posted August 21, 2007 Author Share Posted August 21, 2007 Hi Nomad,We normally meet up at a point convenient to those coming (if that makes sense). RV's on route are also arranged. I had suggested that we have a run North but the race meeting at Vigeant may be of interest as its on that weekend.All views welcome...................................Hi Ron............................. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
socket Posted September 2, 2007 Share Posted September 2, 2007 Hi Bugbear, You've gone quiet of late, just how many windows have you got left to finish? -------- really that many , tough . Anyway, the rideout for the 9th Sept., is it still on and are we calling round SD's for a cuppa as promised ? [:-))] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugsy Posted September 4, 2007 Author Share Posted September 4, 2007 I finished the windows and have nearly finished the new patio. That started with a small comment from SWMBO that "wouldn't it be nice to have a roof over that bit of concrete"[IMG]http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p211/Bugbear2/Patio.jpg[/IMG]This weekend looks unlikely for me as I now have a shoulder injury (old bloke thinks he can still work like a young 'un) syndrome.Catch you later.Gary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sid Posted September 9, 2007 Share Posted September 9, 2007 I guess it was my own fault for not checking yesterday but I thought the ride might still be on. I rode up to Sauze Vaussais SuperU this morning but nobody was there. I had a gentle meander up to Parthenay and back by a circular route on the minor D roads, 230kms and back for lunch at home. Fantastic roads, fantastic weather.Sid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugsy Posted September 9, 2007 Author Share Posted September 9, 2007 Thanks Sid, that makes me feel a lot better.I've spent the day resting my injured shoulder.............................[:(]Glad you had a good ride out.Gary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sid Posted September 10, 2007 Share Posted September 10, 2007 Hi GaryI hope the shoulder is on the mend. The weather has picked up at last and now that most of the holidaymakers have gone it's even quieter on the roads.The covered patio area looks good; have you constructed the roof yourself? How did you go about calculating loadings etc. I ask because I have a 21m long stable which I'd like to re-roof so that I can store the car and caravan under cover. I had a ridiculous 'devis' which I can't afford anyway, so I'd like to tackle it myself.Yeah, I know this is not motorcycling... I'll pm you if you prefer [;-)]Sid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugsy Posted September 10, 2007 Author Share Posted September 10, 2007 [quote user="sid"]The covered patio area looks good; have you constructed the roof yourself? How did you go about calculating loadings etc. I ask because I have a 21m long stable which I'd like to re-roof so that I can store the car and caravan under cover. I had a ridiculous 'devis' which I can't afford anyway, so I'd like to tackle it myself.[/quote]Yes, I did the whole lot myself.The loading were calculated by both a local french builder and an english one. (they both came up with virtually the same timber dimensions)Timber is from Brico Depot, (very cheap for class2 treated timber)The tiles I already had (left by the previous owner) still got a good number left if anyone gets stuck.It was, with hindsite, too heavy a job for me (old git) and I wouldn't entertain doing anything like that again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sid Posted September 10, 2007 Share Posted September 10, 2007 [quote user="Bugbear"]It was, with hindsite, too heavy a job for me (old git) and I wouldn't entertain doing anything like that again.[/quote]That's not what I wanted to hear! [:-))] The timbers were too heavy for one man? I've already convinced Mrs Sid that I can do it myself; she thought it was too a big a job for me! There's no hurry, so it can be a winter project! [blink]Sid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keithyboy Posted September 13, 2007 Share Posted September 13, 2007 Hi guys guess who lol. I am back all sorted out and ready to go and fealimg very French at last sorry I have been on to comment but I Have been so bizzy flying back and forth to the UK and working on the house. But I never for got you guys .Ok the second Sunday of evey month for ride outs sounds good to me , as it should tie in with the 2 weeks iam here in France every month but !!!! on the 14th Oct my Dad flys in from the Uk so i wont be able to make it but will be around i supppose for the cold ride outs later on in the year ( just like a english hey summer ) LOL ok will be popping in and out of the fourm to see how you all are doing .have fun on the 14th KEITHYBOY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugsy Posted September 14, 2007 Author Share Posted September 14, 2007 Hi Keith, nice to have you back.Gary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
virginia.c Posted September 14, 2007 Share Posted September 14, 2007 I'm posting on behalf of my OH. He hasn't yet mastered "how to go on line". We will be in the 24 from Dec/Jan (fingers crossed), not permanently initially but very very regularly. He is mad about his bikes and has managed to meet one other so far in the 24 who shares his love of off road and more recently touring, although he still does track days at Brands and other circuits even though he is probably older than all of you! Question is, do any of you come into 24? towards to northern end? or are any of you in the 24.? He'll go mad if he can't ride regularly.many thanks all Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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