Go Back   Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB > Events > HU Travellers Meetings - UK
Pack your rain gear for the UK meet Pack your rain gear for the UK meet
Register FAQ Calendar Today's Posts
HU Travellers Meetings - UK UK Travellers Meetings - organisation and planning, discussion, getting there etc.
Photo by Lois Pryce, schoolkids in Algeria

25 years of HU Events


Destination ANYWHERE...
Adventure EVERYWHERE!




Photo of Lois Pryce, UK
and schoolkids in Algeria



Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1  
Old 18 Jun 2007
Stagbeetle's Avatar
Gold Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Norfolk, England
Posts: 155
Talking Sunny on the inside
My bike has to go to Southampton for shipping to Halifax, Canada right after the Ripley meeting so I'll have to come by car

Never mind, but I'm sure we'll all be sunny on the inside, the HU meetings have that effect.

BTW, I was gonna open a motorbike shop before getting this crazy idea to go around the world, and will be bringing a load of m/c clothing to sell off at silly prices, gloves, leather and cordura jackets, at £15 a time, (that's less than I paid for these 'samples'). Also a few trousers at a tenna So grab yourself a bargain. (Hope that's ok Grant)

See you there.
__________________
Happy Trails

Stagbeetle

It is not the Journey nor yet the Destination, that is the Prize; it is the people you meet on the way.

Blog on http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/tstories/fairless/
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 18 Jun 2007
*Touring Ted*'s Avatar
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Wirral, England.
Posts: 5,679
Quote:
Originally Posted by Stagbeetle View Post
My bike has to go to Southampton for shipping to Halifax, Canada right after the Ripley meeting so I'll have to come by car

Never mind, but I'm sure we'll all be sunny on the inside, the HU meetings have that effect.

BTW, I was gonna open a motorbike shop before getting this crazy idea to go around the world, and will be bringing a load of m/c clothing to sell off at silly prices, gloves, leather and cordura jackets, at £15 a time, (that's less than I paid for these 'samples'). Also a few trousers at a tenna So grab yourself a bargain. (Hope that's ok Grant)

See you there.
Flogging them out of your car ?? How will we recognise you.

Me likes cheap
__________________
Did some trips.
Rode some bikes.
Fix them for a living.
Can't say anymore.
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 18 Jun 2007
Stagbeetle's Avatar
Gold Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Norfolk, England
Posts: 155
find me
How to find me.

Look for the old geezer with a grey edwardian style cavalry moustache and mutton chops in the bar, drinking the nearest thing to real ale they do. (sometimes the barrels run out , bikers are extra thirsty by nature)

Failing that a silver citroen estate, festooned with jackets in the camp area set aside for cars.

These clothes are made by Eunesco, an Asian company who used to sub con for Buffalo, Frank Thomas and others, but these companies wanted more and more for less and less, so they are trying to go it alone. I don't have many styles in stock but you can see the type of thing on their website.

Think I've got some INTEGRA, HAWAI & RETRO in leather; MISTRAL, IMOLA, COUGER, but not sure, some ladies styles as well.

EUNESCO; Motorcycle Leathers,Biker Jackets,Leather trousers,Cordura Apparel, Sports Gloves

Thought I'd donate some of the gloves to the raffle, by way of a thank you for letting me do this.

Anybody got some cheap knee braces they want to sell, my knees are not what they used to be , then again, nor is the rest of me:confused1:
__________________
Happy Trails

Stagbeetle

It is not the Journey nor yet the Destination, that is the Prize; it is the people you meet on the way.

Blog on http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/tstories/fairless/
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 18 Jun 2007
Gold Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: N.Yorkshire
Posts: 336
Just severed the main ligaments in my knee, so racing this weekend is out of the question.
That means i can get to ripley if
A) i can safely ride the c90 (no probs)
B) Put up a tent on on 1 leg (umm, think so)
c) get a ticket. DOH

i'mn using a sports knee support from my karate kit, purchased from a large chain sports shop. They work well. Don't get one of the cheap tube things, best off getting neoprene, with velcro fastening and a hole for the kneecap. they work a treat.
__________________
Harley Davidsons,
The most effective way of turning petrol into noise without the side-effect of horsepower
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 18 Jun 2007
Gold Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: N.Yorkshire
Posts: 336
Just severed the main ligaments in my knee, so racing this weekend is out of the question.
That means i can get to ripley if
A) i can safely ride the c90 (no probs)
B) Put up a tent on on 1 leg (umm, think so)
c) get a ticket. DOH
__________________
Harley Davidsons,
The most effective way of turning petrol into noise without the side-effect of horsepower
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 18 Jun 2007
Stagbeetle's Avatar
Gold Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Norfolk, England
Posts: 155
No probs
Quote:
Originally Posted by Joe C90 View Post
Just severed the main ligaments in my knee, so racing this weekend is out of the question.
That means i can get to ripley if
A) i can safely ride the c90 (no probs)
B) Put up a tent on on 1 leg (umm, think so)
c) get a ticket. DOH
No problems Joe,

a) you say you can get there, so ok
b) just ask, 101 blokes will do it for you, 'cause that's what we're like, .......guys look out for Joe and don't wait for him to ask.
c) you can register and pay when you get there, not the normal thing, but I'm sure Susan & Grant will make an exception, plays hell with their paperwork but that's what paperwork is for

Perhaps dropping Grant an email would help.

Cheers about the knee supports btw
__________________
Happy Trails

Stagbeetle

It is not the Journey nor yet the Destination, that is the Prize; it is the people you meet on the way.

Blog on http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/tstories/fairless/
Reply With Quote
  #7  
Old 18 Jun 2007
*Touring Ted*'s Avatar
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Wirral, England.
Posts: 5,679
Quote:
Originally Posted by Stagbeetle View Post
No problems Joe,

a) you say you can get there, so ok
b) just ask, 101 blokes will do it for you, 'cause that's what we're like, .......guys look out for Joe and don't wait for him to ask.
c) you can register and pay when you get there, not the normal thing, but I'm sure Susan & Grant will make an exception, plays hell with their paperwork but that's what paperwork is for

Perhaps dropping Grant an email would help.

Cheers about the knee supports btw
I thought the doors were shut now. 525 paid and booked in which is more than they wanted.

Could be wrong though.
__________________
Did some trips.
Rode some bikes.
Fix them for a living.
Can't say anymore.
Reply With Quote
  #8  
Old 18 Jun 2007
Stagbeetle's Avatar
Gold Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Norfolk, England
Posts: 155
Red face Hush my mouth
uh ooh

Should have read this first I guess

Important! We are getting VERY close to FULL - register AND PAY to be sure of gettting in! Registration may close before the day.

And so it does...

We are CLOSING registration for the time being at 520 registered!

Registration MAY open again about a week before the meeting - in the meantime if you have registered and NOT paid, be sure to make your payment now to guarantee entry!

FIRST priority will be given to those who have registered AND PAID in advance - if we have less than 500 paid a week before the meeting, we will open registration again for a last chance to get in.
We really don't want to turn anyone away, but more importantly we want to be sure of having a great meeting - and overcrowded facilities will be no fun for anyone. 500 is really pushing the facilities capabilities, so please be patient and bear with us - and them - as we all try very hard to bring the best possible meeting to as many as possible.
So possibly c) is a problem Joe. It might be worth ringing Lumbs Farm on Friday/Saturday to see if the weather has put many off and you can grab a cancellation.

Guess I better bring some tinnies, as the bar is gonna be impossible
__________________
Happy Trails

Stagbeetle

It is not the Journey nor yet the Destination, that is the Prize; it is the people you meet on the way.

Blog on http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/tstories/fairless/
Reply With Quote
  #9  
Old 19 Jun 2007
Gold Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: N.Yorkshire
Posts: 336
Emailed Grant, but no reply yet.

Fustrating as hell, am hoping to get operation where they will graft a section of hamstring into the place where the ligament was, so have a couple of months to get the sidecar outfit fit for use. i reckon a bit of tube and a broomhandle attached to the gear change mech will see me back on the road quickly.

Am really hoping to get down to the meet, I would have applied, but am supposed to be racing in kent this weekend.

If anyone not able to make it, I could buy there ticket off them? That gives me an idea. see my next post.
__________________
Harley Davidsons,
The most effective way of turning petrol into noise without the side-effect of horsepower
Reply With Quote
Reply

« Previous Thread | Next Thread »

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
 

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On

Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
Mesh Riding Gear - looking for opinions... davidmc Camping Equipment and all Clothing 22 4 Sep 2005 16:24
Where to pack camping gear? maysmor Camping Equipment and all Clothing 7 1 Mar 2005 20:38
Seam seal rain gear? StephenRivett Camping Equipment and all Clothing 1 29 Jan 2004 17:46
Is my gear too basic? Mel D Photo Forum 4 16 Nov 2002 17:03
On-line retailers for Autocom, helmets, rain gear, boots davisjj Camping Equipment and all Clothing 2 1 May 2002 18:38

 
 

Announcements

Thinking about traveling? Not sure about the whole thing? Watch the HU Achievable Dream Video Trailers and then get ALL the information you need to get inspired and learn how to travel anywhere in the world!

Have YOU ever wondered who has ridden around the world? We did too - and now here's the list of Circumnavigators!
Check it out now, and add your information if we didn't find you.

Next HU Eventscalendar

25 years of HU Events
Be sure to join us for this huge milestone!

ALL Dates subject to change.

2025 Confirmed Events:

Virginia: April 24-27
Queensland is back! May 2-5
Germany Summer: May 29-June 1
Ecuador June 13-15
Bulgaria Mini: June 27-29
CanWest: July 10-13
Switzerland: Aug 14-17
Romania: Aug 22-24
Austria: Sept. 11-14
California: September 18-21
France: September 19-21
Germany Autumn: Oct 30-Nov 2

Add yourself to the Updates List for each event!

Questions about an event? Ask here

See all event details

 
World's most listened to Adventure Motorbike Show!
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...

Adventurous Bikers – We've got all your Hygiene & Protection needs SORTED! Powdered Hair & Body Wash, Moisturising Cream Insect Repellent, and Moisturising Cream Sunscreen SPF50. ESSENTIAL | CONVENIENT | FUNCTIONAL.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)



Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance.

Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.

Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes.
(ONLY US RESIDENTS and currently has a limit of 60 days.)

Ripcord Evacuation Insurance is available for ALL nationalities.


 

What others say about HU...

"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia

"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK

"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia

"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA

"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada

"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa

"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia

"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany

Lots more comments here!



Five books by Graham Field!

Every book a diary
Every chapter a day
Every day a journey
Refreshingly honest and compelling tales: the hights and lows of a life on the road. Solo, unsupported, budget journeys of discovery.
Authentic, engaging and evocative travel memoirs, overland, around the world and through life.
All 8 books available from the author or as eBooks and audio books



Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!

Your ad could be here, on EVERY page of the HUBB, or the whole website, or as many as you like!

New to Horizons Unlimited?

New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!

Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.

Susan and Grant Johnson Read more about Grant & Susan's story

Membership - help keep us going!

Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.

You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.



All times are GMT +1. The time now is 10:22.

Contact Us - Horizons Unlimited Motorcycle Travellers Website - Archive - Privacy Statement - Top