Our website: Ride Reports: Weekend 10 th and 11 th February 1770 Di splace

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1 Our website: Ride Reports: Weekend 10 th and 11 th February 1770 Di splace Only a verbal report at the meeting, but it sure sounded like a good time. Some snippets from the meeting: Apparently, someone s bike was a bit tired and emotional and, well, fell over! No one snored outrageously, although there were a few good purrs. Some nameless person was a bit migratory through the night (you know who you are and what you got up to!!) One youngster had his 61 st birthday and did us proud with the disgraceful behaviour!! Volume 3 Number 2 Wednesday 14 th March 2007 PO Box 4184 BUNDABERG QLD ronhenry@gil.com.au Newsletter items: newsletter@rumcityriders.org Contact: Ron Henry Mob Thanks very much to Di who tolerated (and indeed encouraged) the takeover of her house for the weekend. Sunday 25 th February Around 9 bikes decided to brave the not so nice weather and head off on a bit of a pub crawl, wet weather gear on we departed River Cruz at 915. Along Moore Park and Tablelands roads, to Bucca via Invicta, riding in & out of the rain with every turn. A quick break on the verandah at Bucca pub, then on to Bullyard, Goondoon Rd to Wallaville, the leading bike only missing one turn off. Coffee at Wallaville, then we decided to lunch at Gin Gin, but travel via Tirroan Hotel, only needing 2 ride leaders to get us there. A welcome break there for a while, then some riding direct to Gin Gin while a few had a quick (wet), run to Fred Haigh Dam at Monduran first Lunch ($5 roast) settled down, the next part of our journey took us across Cedars, some of our group heading home from South Kolan, a right turn towards Childers, then Logging Ck & Knockroe Rds across to Goodwood Rd and home. 260 KMs, home by 3 PM, & apart from the on/off weather, a great back roads ride with some good people Thanks to all who came along. Owen

2 The Meeting of the 6 th March It is becoming a great thing to see again over 50 people attended the meeting with a good many arriving early to chat and eat. Great to see every one, especially those who for whatever reason can only attend every now and then. For many of these members, the newsletter is a valued way of keeping in touch and it was good to know that members still feel included even when they can t get to meetings or rides. As always, a warm welcome to newbies this month Wayne (visiting from Glenwood), John and Greg and Jen. Welcome! Apologies were acknowledged from a few folk. NATCOM minutes are available if anyone would like to read them. Ron has also received the branch newsletter from Gympie, along with some travel brochures from a motel in Maryborough. If anyone is planning to lead a ride to Maryborough, have a look, they might come in handy! Ride reports on club and individual or group rides were provided. Down but not out: Some heartfelt acknowledgement for those of us who are unwell or otherwise, ahem, indisposed. Scotty is recovering not so nicely (well, what else can you say, I hear he is whingeing) after his wing surgery. Smithy continues to have trouble with his knees and remains off two wheels. Poor Bill banged his thumb apparently there is a new book coming out soon Bill and the Drop Saw. Ron is not so much hobbling, but not quite 100% yet. We are thinking of you all and hope to see you in better shape soon!!! Money, money, money Always good to note when the books balance and currently we have $ excluding money taken for newsletter donations. There is one bill to pay for the annual fee for the Post Box. All agreed to pay. As always, there was the quick raffle and another freebie for this month. A thermal mug and sunglasses were won by Ian V The raffle for the handcrafted model of the Chinese junk was drawn. Thank to all those who bought and sold tickets we will let you know next meeting exactly how much was raised. The model was made by Steve Campbell, so thanks for that fantastic effort Steve. The piece was won by Diana Pertot. Congratulations! Polo Shirts Unfortunately pesky school children took priority and our latest order of shirts was not quite ready for the meeting. Orders keep coming in for the time being. Thanks for your support! Website If you have some photos to be published, please send them to webmaster@rumcityriders.org. Items for the newsletter newsletter@rumcityriders.org Thanks Bill for your ongoing work in updating and maintaining the website each month. Apparently we are getting a lot of hits form overseas (China in particular??) Newsletter Thanks to all who help with getting the newsletter out each month. Thanks also to Bill for updates the website with each newsletter and photos etc. A reminder that the contact list provided last month is NOT placed in the public domain ie bike stores or the website. Please respect the information; it is for our Branch use only. Another reminder that we do rely on a donation from members wishing to continue to receive the newsletter to cover photocopying and mail out costs. Those members who have not made a donation will unfortunately not receive any further editions after this one. The newsletter can always be accessed either via the Web or the local bike shops. Contacts List Don t forget that if you want details of your ride to be published in the contacts list, please fill out the form provided with the October newsletter and send to Ron or simply send us and . New Rides Another new feature who has which new bike? Tiger a handcrafted Egley Vincent. Currently having some mechanical trouble, but Tiger can talk about that when he gets back from Adelaide, perhaps. A European masterpiece Ian a 10 year old but very tidy BMW R1100 RT. He rode it back from Sydney and it rained 7kg drops, this wide, hit him in the forehead!! It goes like a snorter (Is that anything like a Zyrtec?) James this was almost too much for a few people. A brand spankin 1800 Goldwing. Picked it up in November, already fiddling with a few of its bits. Has a set of training wheels added. It doesn t do dirt roads. Best package I have ever ridden Ride Calendar/Events See the back page for details on up-coming rides. 13 th March our second mid-week ride, mystery ride. Come along for what, we dunno until we get there!! Easter Sunday ride (our usual club ride) has been rescheduled to Sunday 15 th March. To Kingaroy, led by Ian. It will be around 520km all up. Friday 13 th April Theebine. Wayne attended the meeting to talk about this event. $20 will cover entry only, camping and meals are extra. If anyone wants to also stay Saturday night, camping is free. For tickets either contact Ron who has been left a book of tickets. Are you ready for a night with the Wolverines??

3 HOGs vs Ulysses Blood Challenge Di reported that the HOGs have suggested a blood challenge between our groups to see who can donate the greatest amount of blood. Those present thought this would be a good challenge (although with only 5 or 6 turning up each time we have a bleeders night, we ll have to recruit some more!!!) Di will let the HOGs know we are keen and see what they suggest for timeframes etc. Red Hat Society this is a group of 50+ year old ladies who are seeking bikes to be involved in an event in July They specifically want riders who are willing to take their members for a short ride. More next month AGM Ian has a pile of brochures and maps etc for anyone to look at please don t take them, they are for loan only. There was some discussion about getting down there and Ian brought along two suggested routes. It appears that most of us are leaving at different times, but if you want to ride with someone else, let Ian know when you are going and by which route and he can then tell you if anyone else is going that way/leaving at that time. Ian will have a communication book on site at Coffs to allow those there to keep in touch by leaving messages for each other, notices about planned rides etc. The common camping area has not yet been confirmed by the organising committee but hopefully by next meeting it will be. There was some discussion about sending a crate down with gear in if anyone is having trouble getting all their stuff onto the back of the bike (try suggesting leaving the pillion at home and see what happens!!). No one at the meeting was particularly interested but if anyone reading thinks it would be useful, why not give Ian a call to talk further? For the April Branch meeting, those attending the AGM might like to come a bit earlier and get together for a bit of a talk. Meet at 6.30pm at river Cruz. Don t forget that we have agreed to meet members of St George-Sutherland Branch there to talk more about the Sister Club idea. Patches and Badges Order these from Ron. Reminder that the patch must be worn on the front of jackets/vests etc. Ulysses policy is that only the Old Man should be on the back. This is a safety issue not only yours but others you ride with. Other Business: Newsletter Advertising Recently Ron was approached by one of the bike stores requesting advertising space in the newsletter. This was discussed among the reference group nominated last year and the following is proposed: We are prepared to offer to each of the local bike stores/dealers two half page ads per year. In return we will ask that the store/dealer provide us with a donation to their perceived value for the advertising, for us to do with what we choose. There was some discussion about whether we should set the value of the donation, but majority agreed to leave store/dealer to decide. The proposal was agreed to and Ron will contact the local stores/dealers in writing and in person. See Mega Motorcycles ad this issue! Shave for a Cure Ian kindly donated his hair and beard and an enormous amount of money was made for Leukaemia Foundation (exact figure to be revealed next month). Good on ya Ian, hope the helmet isn t feeling too loose now! Camp Quality fundraiser Janice H reported that each year there is a fundraiser for Camp Quality at Woodgate Bowls Club. $6 for an afternoon of bowls with light lunch included. No hard soled shoes. Please contact Janice H if planning to attend. Rob Bauer spoke at the meeting about his fundraising efforts for a number of charities including the McGrath Foundation. Ron is currently coordinating the collection of brassieres (that is a bra!) in an attempt to break the world record for the longest chain of bras. The record is currently 111km. There are a number of collection points in Bundy including Gloria Jean s coffee shop. Bras can be sent directly to Rob, but please NOT COD!!! For more information: Rob Bauer: Wild Hogs new movie coming to Bundaberg early March. It looks like it might be right up our alley a group of older motorcyclists take off for a trip on their Harleys. Group attendance planned for the evening of Tuesday 13 th March at 6.45pm. The movie runs for 109mins. Meet at Reading Cinema. For more information: Cathy and Neil Fritz Donation The meeting agreed to the Branch making a donation of $50 dedicated to the memory of Peter Deane to the Hervey Bay RSPCA. Letter to Editor To my Fellow Ulyssians and Guests I would like to share some observations and feelings about our meeting of Tuesday 6 March. We had quite a large agenda to get through and that required some genuine group cooperation and high levels of participation from all. Everyone excelled in their personal contributions to a point way above any 'ordinary' level. I wish to record my thanks to all for your contribution to the meeting by your generous support for all who spoke, by your considered contribution to debate, and the friendly and happy spirit in which you participated. The contribution of all to the heavy financial demands of the night was extraordinary. The impromptu raising of some $167 for the Leukemia Foundation with a very generous similar donation by Rob was tangible recognition of your community spirit.

4 I wish to acknowledge we will not make those demands too often. When I left the meeting I felt proud to be part of such a group who expressed their generosity and cooperation in so many ways. Congratulations to you all! and on behalf of all who benefited in any way from the meeting and your contributions, many, many thanks. Ron Henry Wednesday, March 07, 2007 Date Claimers: 1 st Annual Murgon Apex Charity Poker Run 24th March 2007 Starts 11.30am at Murgon Show Grounds Finishes Murgon Show Grounds Live Entertainment till LATE Basic Camping On Site. $500 worth of prizes to be won. With Thanks to Sponsor KINGAROY MOTORCYCLES $10.00 Registration Fee All Bikes, Riders & Pillions Welcome For more information Contact Bob Or Bruce bobrooke1@bigpond.com Glasshouse Mountains, Valley Rally 2007Friday, 30 March Sunday, 1 April 2007 Woodford Showgrounds, Woodford COST $15:00 Includes Badge Great Entertainment with 2 Rock & Roll Bands Trade Stalls, Motorcycle Displays, Monster Raffle, Show & Shine Comp, Gymkhana & Sport Comp Heaps of Camping with powered and un-powered sites Fully Catered from Friday Evening to Brekkie Sunday. Licensed Bar from Friday Afternoon For more Information: President Bart Mob: Secretary Slogga Mob, PLEASE: NO GLASS, NO IDIOTS, NO ATTITUDES and DOGS ON LEASH Hosted by GLASSHOUSE MOUNTAINS Branch (QLD) Contact: AVERIL HINGLEY Ph: averilgroper@optusnet.com.au Friday 13 th Biker Gathering Friday 13 th April 2007 Each year thousands of Bikers descend on Port Dover in Canada on every Friday 13th. A number of years ago we decided to run a similar event, after all it was another excuse to straddle the scooter, ride off and party. Originally at Kawana we saw the need to allow expansion so we migrated the gathering to Theebine north of Gympie. The last event was October and we found it an ideal venue to get together. The event is for anyone riding a motorcycle and their partners, we don't bring brands, clubs or anything else into the event that might stop us from having a great time has two events in April and July and we'd like you to come along to the first one in April... So jump on your scooter and ride to the Theebine Pub Plan on camping or whatever as rooms will be short Burgers or BBQ available and drinks at Pub prices. Arrive anytime from 4pm, entertainment from 7pm The BAD NEWS. Limited to 500 so be early buy your ticket to party now! $20 pp plus $5 per camp space includes shower Friday 13 th Patch available. $7.50 Contact: Wayne or wayne@flyfishdownunder.com The Long Ride 19 April to 27 April 2007 CHALLENGE YOURSELF TO THE LONG RIDE THROUGH THE AUSTRALIAN OUTBACK Take the Long Ride from any capital city through the Australian outback to Darwin. In April 2007, the Long Ride will begin. It will start with an early breakfast at home in the suburbs, a quick check of the bike and gear, a kiss and a wave to those left at home. Along the way out of town, the rider will join others (about 200 riders across Australia) eager for the open road and the adventure to unfold. Across Australia, on different days depending on the route, riders will gather gradually to a great number on the Long Ride to Darwin. Riders from both the Southern and Eastern States will come together at The Three Ways and then join up with riders from Western Australia at Katherine the following day. When all are assembled the Long Riders will mass for the final leg to Darwin and a deserved Darwin welcome and some revelry. Do you need a reason to ride? If not then get on your bike and join up for an adventure in exploring the great open roads to Darwin. If you need a reason, then throw the leg over and contribute your time and friendship to this adventure as the Long Ride has been set up to raise funds for the Royal Flying Doctor Service. All riders participating are requested to donate $50.00 to the Royal Flying Doctor Service. This donation will give you unlimited time on the road and a sore bum, you will make a lot of new friends, visit towns that you would possibly never visit, meet locals who will talk your head off, swap stories, make new friendships, participate in a charity fund raising event of National significance and drink a few beers at the end of each day in great company. The journey begins... There are 4 main routes which will enable a rider from any where in Australia to pick up with a group along the way. Details of the assigned routes are available at the website: =pagesetter&func=viewpub&tid=6&pid=152 Contact Details: Christopher Dunne, Event Organiser The Long Ride T: E: christopher.dunne@bigpond.com.au 2007 MOREE MUSTER

5 Friday, 4 May Monday, 7 May 2007 It's on again, the Ulysses' Cotton Country Cruisers extend an invitation to you for their 5th Annual Moree Muster Queensland Labour Day long week-end. Friday, 4 May to Monday, 7 May 2007 We hope you can come along and join us for a fantastically "disgraceful" weekend. Better still, why not use the Moree Muster as the start of your travel plans for the Coffs AGM. Friday night Camp Oven, Thunder Run, Sausage sizzle, Show 'n' Shine, organised ride, visit to working cotton farm, hot mineral spa pools, Sunday night BBQ with the Muster Party at the Moree Services Club on Saturday night. Great food, fine entertainment and realistic bar prices. This years fancy dress theme is to come as your favourite " STAR ". Movie star, Opera star, Rock star, Celestial star, Star fish, Star sign, Star Wars, Lucky Starr, and so on. Full details and Registration form available at our website: cruisers/ Hosted by COTTON COUNTRY CRUISERS Branch (NSW) Contact: Cathy Edmunds Ph: mehipark@bigpond.net.au Refer to website: cruisers/ for more information. Ulysses AGM st May 28 th May 2007 Book early... It's going to be big... For all hard bed accommodation contact the Coffs Tourist Information Centre Coffs NSW Phone: tourism@coffscoast.com.au Hosted by Coffs Coast Branch (NSW) Contact: Phil Johnson Ph: coord2007agm@coffscoastulysses.org Refer to website: more information. for Second Outback Rally - Winton Qld 7 th 9 th September 2007 The Ulysses Adventure Riders have decided to hold the Second Outback Rally next year at Winton, in North West Qld, from the 7th to the 9th of September Just giving some advance notice to members, with more information to come soon. Alf Lechner Hosted by Ulysses Adventure Riders S.I.G. Branch (NSW) Ulympics 2007 Saturday, 20 October Sunday, 21 October 2007 Where: Goomburra Camping Ground (Biker s Dream), Inverramsay Rd, Cunningham s Gap. Why? Because we deserve it Registration Fee: $15.00 Day Visitors 20 October $10.00 Registration closes on Saturday 6th October 2007 Pre-registration for day or weekend essential as numbers are limited All enquiries to Special Events Coordinator: Ian Janson ijanson@bigpond.net.au Features: Campfires, Catered meals, badge, Showers & Loos, Tea/coffee/hot chocolate, Drinks station. ACCOMMODATION - There are 3 options: 1: Camping with catered meals (Saturday night meal & Sunday Breakfast) $32.00/person 2: Camping only $7.00 / per person, supply own meals, Barbeque facilities available 3. Bunk house accommodation $15/night plus 2 meals $25 Lunch Saturday: Barbeque at reasonable prices Registered Day Visitors $10 for evening meal if required. Visit 7.html for Registration Form, Events Calendar, Rules & Conditions Hosted by Redcliffe Branch (QLD) Contact: Ian Janson on ijanson@bigpond.net.au Ph: Refer to website: for more information. Wot You Larfin At? I was thinking I was thinking about how a status symbol of today is those cell phones that everyone has clipped onto their belt or purse. I can't afford one. So, I'm wearing my garage door opener. You know, I spent a fortune on deodorant before I realized that people didn't like me anyway. I was thinking that women should put pictures of missing husbands on beer cans! I was thinking about old age and decided that old age is 'when you still have something on the ball, but you are just too tired to bounce it.' I thought about making a fitness movie, for folks my age, and call it "Pumping Rust." I have gotten that dreaded furniture disease. That's when your chest is falling into your drawers! Employment application blanks always ask 'who is to be notified in case of an emergency.' I think you should write, "A Good Doctor!" Why do they put pictures of criminals up in the Post Office? What are we supposed to do -- write to these men? Why don't they just put their pictures on the postage stamps so the mailmen could look for them while they deliver the mail? Or better yet, arrest them while they are taking their pictures! I was thinking about how people seem to read the Bible a whole lot more as they get older. Then, it

6 dawned on me, they were cramming for their finals. As for me, I'm just hoping God grades on the curve. One hot day we found an old straggly cat at our door. She was a sorry sight. Starving, dirty, smelled terrible, skinny and hair all matted down. We didn't know what to call her, so we named her "Pussycat." We felt sorry for her, put her in a carrier and took her to the vet. The vet decided to keep her for a day or so. He said would let us know when we could come and get her. My husband (the complainer) said, "OK, but don't forget to wash her, she stinks." He reminded the vet that it was his WIFE who wanted the dirty cat NOT him. My husband and my Vet don't see eye to eye. He calls my husband "El-Cheap-O," and my husband calls him "El-Take-O." They love to hate each other and constantly "snipe" at each other, with my husband getting in the last word on this occasion. The next day my husband had an appointment with his doctor, who is located next door to the vet. The doctor's office was full of people waiting to see him. A side door opened and in leaned the vet; he had obviously seen husband arrive. He looked straight at my husband and in a loud voice said "Your wife's pussy is finally clean and shaved and she now smells like a rose. Oh, and, by the way, I think she's pregnant. God knows who the father is!" And he closed the door. Now THAT, my friends, is getting even. For Sale: (Ed note: Once items are sold, please let me know, otherwise the ads will continue to run. Thanks Cathy) Helmet HJC full face, dark blue, size M. Purchased late 2004, worn a few times until he decided he wanted a Shoei instead. Never dropped or damaged (how could it be, it was hardly ever worn!!!). $50 Cathy Helmet THH open face with visor, dark blue, size S, purchased Worn until he stopped saying nice things about me and my head shrunk (hardly ever worn, then) $40 Cathy

7 SOCIAL AND RIDE CALENDAR COFFEE GATHERINGS RIDES For Riders Choice days, contact Ron Henry in the first instance. MEETING PLACE RIVER CRUZ CAFÉ RIVERSIDE PARKLANDS 6.30 pm for 7pm start Come a bit early, enjoy a meal and a chat at River Cruz Cafe. Tuesday 6 th March 2007 Tuesday 3 rd April Tuesday 1 st May Tuesday 3 rd July 2007 STARTING PLACE FOR RIDES RIVER CRUZ CAFÉ RIVERSIDE PARKLANDS Gather at 8.30 am (generally) to leave from River Cruz Café at 9.00 am with some exceptions noted Sunday 11 th March Club Ride Rainbow Beach. For more information contact Nick Pitsinos Ph or Tuesday 13 th March Mid-week Saturday 17 th March Sunday 25 th March Easter Weekend 6 th and 7 th April Kendalls Flats Bike Show Sunday 8 April Camp Quality Bowls Day at Woodgate Contact Janice Horton Ph Sunday 15 h April (note amended date) Club Ride Kingaroy. For more information contact Ian Lawley am sharp departure. Sunday 22nd April Sunday 13 th May No ride planned due to AGM Saturday 19 th May Mystery ride Sunday 27 th May Weekend 7 th and 8 th July Camping weekender at the Kin Kin Pub, more details to come

8 Calendar of Events M A R C H A P R I L Mon 5 Mar Tues 6 Mar Wed 7 Mar Thur 8 Mar Fri 9 Mar Sat 10 Mar Sun 11 Mar Branch Ride - Rainbow Beach with Nick 9.00am 12 Mar Mon Tues 13 Mar Mid Week Departs 9.00 am River Cruz Café Wed 14 Mar Thur 15 Mar Mega Sale begins Fri 16 Mar Sat 17 Mar Departs 9.00 am River Cruz Café Mega Demo Ride day Mon 19 Mar Tues 20 Mar Wed 21 Mar Thur 22 Mar Fri 23 Mar Sat 24 Mar Murgon Poker Run Contact Nick Mon 26 Mar Tues 27 Mar Wed 28 Mar Thur 29 Mar Fri 30 Mar Glasshouse Mts Valley Rally Mon 2 Apr Mon 9 Apr Easter Monday Tues 3 Apr Meeting night River Cruz 7.00 pm or earlier for tucker Wed 4 Apr Thurs 5 Apr Fri 6 Apr Good Friday Tues 10 Apr Wed 11 Apr Thurs 12 Apr Fri 13 Apr Theebine and the Wolverines Mon 16 Apr Tues 17 Apr Wed 18 Apr Thurs 19 Apr The Long ride to Darwin begins. Distance approx 3300 klms one way Contact Nick Mon 23 Apr Tues 24 Apr Wed 25 Apr Thurs 26 Apr The Long Ride arrives Katherine Fri 20 Apr Fri 27 Apr The Long ride arrives Darwin Sat 31 Mar Glasshouse Mts Valley Rally Sat 7 Apr Easter Saturday Sat 14 Apr Theebine and the Wolverines Contact Bill Sat 21 Apr Departs 9.00 am River Cruz Cafe Sat 28 Apr Get home from Darwin somehow! Sun 18 Mar Sun 25 Mar Departs 9.00 am River Cruz Café Murgon Poker Run Contact Nick Sun 1 Apr Glasshouse Mts Valley Rally Sun 8 Apr Camp Quality Bowls Day at Woodgate Contact Janice Horton Ph Sun 15 Apr Club Ride Kingaroy With Ian L 9.00 am Sun 22 Apr The Long Ride reaches Longreach Sun 29 Apr Mon 30 Apr Mon 7 May Labour Day Tues 1 May Meeting night River Cruz 7.00 pm or earlier for tucker Wed 2 May Thurs 3 May Fri 4 May Cotton Country Cruisers Rally, Morree Contact Hendo Sat 5 May Cotton Country Cruisers Rally, Morree Contact Hendo Sun 6 May Cotton Country Cruisers Rally, Morree Contact Hendo Tues 8 May Wed 9 May Thurs 10 May Fri 11 May Sat 12 May Sun 13 May Club Ride - to be decided Mon 14 May Tues 15 May Wed 16 May Thurs 17 May Fri 18 May Sat 19 May Sun 20 May Mon 21 May Tues 22 May Wed 23 May Thurs 24 May Fri 25 May Sat 26 May Sun 27 May