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Old 19 Jan 2012
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What jobs?

I live out Texas way, and may be able to give a hand for the weekend. What jobs do you need doing?
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We should still be in Australia around this time, i was wondering if there would be any 4x4 related speakers or whether any talks would be covering South America?
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Marty, 4 x 4 speakers are welcomed but as yet none have signed up so keep watching this space as I will post up draft schedule and regular updates. We had some in 2010 and they were really good. A couple of the presenters should be looking at South America, not specifically just South America, but as part of a larger talk. Again, though, the schedule is far from firmed up.
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I live out Texas way, and may be able to give a hand for the weekend. What jobs do you need doing?
Hank, the biggest jobs outstanding are:

Off road ride leader and sweep.
On road ride leader and sweep.
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Someone to rustle up the vendors to come and show their wares.

And I sure there will be a million things on the day I have not yet thought off ...

Any/all help is appreciated.
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Hank, the biggest jobs outstanding are:

Off road ride leader and sweep.
On road ride leader and sweep.
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Someone to rustle up the vendors to come and show their wares.

And I sure there will be a million things on the day I have not yet thought off ...

Any/all help is appreciated.
Oh I forgot, registration desk volunteers very much needed as well.
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HUTM AUS2011 - Australian Road Rider article

Hi everyone. Australian Road Rider did a write-up on the 2011 meet and it was quite good - thanks to Mark who authored the article. A copy is attached for you'all; It provides a good explanation of what to expect in 2012.
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I would be able to registration desk (maybe 2 of us) if that would help. I not sure that my riding skills are up to being a sweep, but could do if needed.
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Hi Shane

I am unable to attend this year, so everyone should have plenty of sleep, unless they can find another spuiker that won't go to bed. I nearly had that talk down pat as well Might have to trot it out at Ripley

I think in June I will be somewhere in the UK general area, getting ready to push north and east

Maybe I can send a Vmail?

Good luck with the show, I am sure it will be as successful as last years was. It is a great location.

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Hi Shane

I am unable to attend this year, so everyone should have plenty of sleep, unless they can find another spuiker that won't go to bed. I nearly had that talk down pat as well Might have to trot it out at Ripley

I think in June I will be somewhere in the UK general area, getting ready to push north and east

Maybe I can send a Vmail?

Good luck with the show, I am sure it will be as successful as last years was. It is a great location.

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Richard, you will be missed, but yes I'm sure you will have a blast at Ripley and the UK/Euro guys will be keen to hear you. Send a vmail when you are ready. Regards, Shane
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I would be able to registration desk (maybe 2 of us) if that would help. I not sure that my riding skills are up to being a sweep, but could do if needed.
Hank - got you down for registration desk. Dorothy is the main organiser for this and she is a real blast.
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Flying not riding ... from Perth

Although its in Australia, its still a long long way from Perth (apparently we're closer to the moon) but in a fit of friday night sillyness I booked two flights for my wife and I to pop on over for the event.

For the same price I could have gone to Bali for the week and spent time by the pool getting merry and more merry gazing at the local bikini clad beauties. Instead I chose to come over there there to gaze upon chunky middle aged blokes with bike gear and tents.

So I'll see you there.

I might be staying in Brisbane so might be looking to scrounge a lift or if I hire a car would be able to give someone else a lift. anyone else interested please let me know and we'll sort something out.

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Hi there

Just wondering if this was only open to bikes or if I could attend in my Land Rover.

it's proven itself with a trip around Africa in 2008 and now resides here in QLD!

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Hi guys.

just thought I'd let you know that we are making our way to you now and will definitely be there for the meet.

We are currently in West Timor and in the next few days will be heading on up to Timor Leste to catch the ship over to Darwin.

We will be giving our main talk on Saturday night and also a photographic workshop!


cant wait to finally reach Australia and share our journey with you there!
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Hi there

Just wondering if this was only open to bikes or if I could attend in my Land Rover.

it's proven itself with a trip around Africa in 2008 and now resides here in QLD!

Afritrex - 5 Marathons - 5 Mountains - The Challenge to make every penny count - charity endurance challenge

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Ben,

Land rovers more than welcome, come on down. One of the best presentations we have seen was the story of two couples and their Toyota Landcruisers across Mongolia and Siberia. Don't forget to register.

Thanks,

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Hey This was my first HU meeting and loved it. It opened up a new world to motorcycle riding for me. Well organised, help of fun meeting new people and I'll be back again next year.
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