July 2011 Visit to Ashburton to present the cheque to the St John Ambulance

July 2011 Visit to Ashburton to present the cheque to the St John Ambulance

Note: Opinions expressed in this newsletter are not necessarily those of the Editor, or the Canterbury Branch of Ulysses Club of New Zealand, or, or the Ulysses Club of New Zealand Inc but are those or the contributing or original writers. Committee Contact Details Position/Person Phone Mobile Email Coordinator/ Branch Liaison Mike Dew 359-4949 021-186-9872 Canterbury@ulysses.org.nz Secretary: Bob Tanner 365-0309 027-221-0732 bobndit@gmail.com Treasurer: Chris Groube 343-4919 027-201-1213 chris.groube@gmail.com Welfare Newsletter Editor: Carolyn Falkenberg 981-0886 027-589-6170 Carolyn.t@paradise.net.nz St John Fundraising Organiser: Chris Carey 348-4153 021-497-155 careyclan@xtra.co.nz Rides Coordinator: Gene Wyngaard 741-1710 027-444-4771 captainporksword@xtra.co.nz Website: Robert Edgeler 352-6553 027 662-2611 goldenwings@xtra.co.nz Social Convenor: Brian Schlaadt 981-2453 021-625-713 schlaadt@paradise.net.nz Non Committee: Sheriff Maureen Dew 359-4949 Maureen.dew@paradise.net.nz Deputy Sherriff Chas Packer 381-1627 021-543-112 chapac@xtra.co.nz Archives/Property: Leicester Moss 347-4864 021-1812600 lj.moss@xtra.co.nz Quartermaster (Gear Sales) Marilyn Molloy Assistant Quartermaster Roger Mills 338-6655 021-075 -6323 942-6705 027-475-1732 broomrider@xtra.co.nz gaffrigger@yahoo.com.au Mentoring Coordinator David Moore 027-322-5599 presidentmainlanddivers@yahoo.com

Co-Ordinators Comments On behalf of all the Canterbury Branch members I wish to welcome Nicola Ebert to the Club. I hope you enjoy your time with us and remember to uphold the Club motto Grow Old Disgracefully. Thanks to everyone that made the effort to turn up for our St John cheque presentation in Ashburton on Sunday 3 rd July. We handed over a cheque for $2,700, which was a great effort, considering everything that has been going on around here and the bad weather on ANZAC Day. I m also very impressed by the number of Club members from outside of the Canterbury Area that have sent the Branch money to purchase a St John Run Badge. I made a comment in the June Ulyssian that we had 65 badges left and if anyone wanted one to send me the money. Just goes to show that there are Club members out there that are prepared to help when you ask. I still have a few badges left if you re after one ($10ea). Seen the first of the new season lambs on my way down to Ashburton the other weekend and they seem to be arriving earlier these days. Here we are in early July and the snow and frosts are just starting to arrive. I m not complaining, as it still makes for good riding conditions, but please be aware of the shaded spots on the road at this time of year, as the frost and ice can stay in these areas all day. This year s mid-winter Christmas party on Saturday 16th July at Twiggers is shaping up to be a good night out, as 42 tickets have been sold. Hopefully we ll see everyone up on the dance floor having a good time and I m sure there will be plenty of photos on the website after the event. The ladies coffee mornings on the last Saturday of the month at Annie s (Tower Junction) from 10am are now a regular event. Please note that this is not restricted to members only and wives and partners (female) are very welcome. Gear Sales - Please check with the Branch quartermaster (Marilyn and Roger), as a lot of the Clubs gear sales items have reduced in price WEF 1 July 11. For an example the windscreen stickers (inside & out) have gone down in price from $12 to $5ea and the large and small logo long sleeve T-shirts are now $30. Mentoring David Moore is the coordinator for the Branch mentoring programme. David and his fellow mentors, are now ready to start offering you free assistance with improving your riding style and gaining more confidence. Please contact (027 322 5599) David to arrange for a mentor to be assigned to you.

On Saturday 6 th August we ll see Club members making their way to Murchison for the Ulysses Clubs South Island Remembrance Service. The service is held in the RSA Hall from 1:00pm. This is a time when we all should gather, to remember those Ulyssians that have passed on. There are now two Remembrance books and the names of all the deceased members in these books are read out at the service. If the weather is to cold for you to ride over (it is for Maureen and I), why don t you get together with some other Branch members and car pool. This is a Canterbury Branch organised event for the Club and it would be nice to see a good attendance from Canterbury. This month s social evening will be held on Wednesday the 20th July and our guest speaker will be Grant Lilly from Avon City Suzuki. Until next month keep the shiny side up. Mike # 2415 Ladies Coffee Morningt This social event is for the Lady Ulysses members, Ulyssians wives or their lady partners. Meeting place : Annie's café at Tower Junction. (next to Baker's delight) Time : 10 am onwards Date : Saturday 30 July A great opportunity for just the cost of a coffee for the ladies to get together and talk about what ever it is they talk about. ( probably about how great us men are) So guys, if you have received this invite how about passing it on to your fair lady and in return this will leave you with free time to watch the TV or clean the bike. No booking required, just turn up at Annie's Café after 10.00am on 30 July. There is a table booked at the back of the café. Cheers, Brian Schlaadt Social Convenor

News Flash The online gear sales shopping site is now live on the Club website. To access the site visit: www.ulysses.org.nz Please forward this information on to your Branch members, so they can make use of the site. On behalf of the Club members I wish to thank William Glendenning and David Coy for all the time and effort that these two members have given in developing and testing this site. Your effort is very much appreciated. Thank you William and David. Happy shopping. Mike Dew # 2415 Ulysses Club of NZ Inc - Club Quartermaster Happy Birthday to our July Members! Richard Pearson Graeme Hancox Brian Nicoll Roger Mills Barry Stevenson Michael Dew Chris Carey Wayne Jackson Terry Knott Dave Mines David Wealleans Brenda Franz Geoff Davis John Hadfield George Prime Robin Anderson Karl Sommers Martin Boyle Chris Groube Jeff Grace Grant Lomax Heather Wallace- Carsten Falkenberg John Anderson Tanya Knight

Where: Rotorua Thermal Holiday Camp. Lodge accommodation with large lounge area. When: September 2, 3 and 4 th Meals by prior arrangement: Continental breakfast $9.00 p.p Full breakfast $13.00 p.p Packed lunches $13.50 p.p Dinner (set meal, 2 course main and dessert) $26.0 pp What: The ride. Hot pools. Whakarewarewa tourist attraction. Excellent company and fun. Superb pot luck dinner Sat night. Blob out or join in with others in the group. Meet a group for the ride down on Friday from BP Drury Service Centre. Departure time/s to be confirmed. LODGE ACCOMMODATION The lodge is a 2 storey building with individual rooms; each room is carpeted and heated. There are toilets, showers and laundry facilities on both floors. On the ground level is a large lounge /dining area with Sky TV. The room types are as follows: Ground floor: 11 x rooms with 2 sets of bunks in each, bottom sheet, pillow /pillow cover supplied. 3 rooms with just a double bed, bedding supplied. 1 room with a double bed and its own en-suite bedding and 2 towels kettle and cups supplied. 1st floor: 9 rooms with 2 x sets of bunks, bottom sheet pillow/ pillow cover supplied. 2 family rooms (1 double bed and 1 set of bunks) bedding supplied. 3 rooms with just a double bed, bedding supplied. 2 rooms with a double bed own en-suite, bedding and 2 towels, kettle and cups supplied. Bedding and towel hire available by prior arrangement. Rates per room per night: Bunk room and Family Room 1 or 2 people $56.00 Each extra adult $16.00 Double room $50.00 Double ensuite room $60.00 Bedding hire, if required, for the bunk beds or family room $5.00 per bed -1 off charge, towels $2.50 each. The lodge is currently available for the 2nd 3rd and 4th Sept. As it sleeps 100 there could also be another group in at the same time as the Warmkiwi. Organise your own accommodation: Ph Carys on: (07) 346.3140 Fax: (07) 346.1324 E~mail: info@rotoruathermal.co.nz In the past $10 has covered a badge and prizes. Let me know if you are still interested in this and if the numbers are right I ll organise it. Cheers - Lyn #5203 - Ph 0211450832 Email: warmkiwi@gmail.com

32 Allen Street, Christchurch Phone +64 3 365 3544 Fax +64 3 365 3543 Www.citymotorcyclerentals.com info@citymotorcyclerentals.com GROUP RATES QUOTED FOR Ulysses Motor Cycle Club Group Booking Reference: FA5485 Off Peak Fares: Each Way Off Peak Dates: Adult $41.00 01-09 February 2012 Children $25.00 13 February 4 April 2012 Motorcycle $37.00 11 April 13 June 2012 Car/Van up to 5.5 metres $124.00 each Each half metre over 5.5 metres $17.00 Peak Fares: Each Way Peak Dates: Adult $48.00 16-21 December 2011 Children $25.00 13-31 January 2012 Motorcycle $47.00 10-12 February 2012 Car/Van up to 5.5 metres $142.00 each 5-10 April 2012 Each half metre over 5.5 metres $22.00 Super Peak Dates 22 December 2011 to 12 January 2012 Group Booking conditions and instructions for members are: Each reservation must be made direct with Interislander Phone 0800 878-898 Group Desk Hours: Monday Friday 0830-1730. Saturday 0800-noon. Fares valid 16 December 2011 to 30 June 2012. To access these rates members must quote group reference FA5485 Every reservation will be given an expiry/payment date, required to be paid in full by that date Space is subject to availability at the time of the booking request Membership card is to be shown at check in - no membership car then retail fares will be charged. Refunds Once paid for fares are 90% refundable if cancelled prior to check-in and non-refundable if cancelled after check-in.

Ulysses Club South Island Remembrance Service Your hosts The Ulysses Club - Canterbury Branch invite you to the South Island Remembrance Service. When: Saturday the 6th August 2011. Where: The Murchison RSA Hall, on the corner of Hampden & Brunner Street. Time: The Service starts at 1:00pm. Please assemble at the RSA Hall from 12:30pm. An afternoon tea will be provided after the service in the Murchison RSA Hall and a gold coin donation is requested. Thank you. There will be an event badge on sale for $10. Accommodation available (Book your own) in Murchison at: Murchison Motel Telephone 0800 166 500 Hampden Hotel - Telephone 03 523 9008 Commercial Hotel Telephone 03 523 9696 Kiwi Park Motel Telephone 0800 228 080 Mataki Motel Telephone 0800 279 088 Penman Motel Telephone 0800 327 207 The Old Bank Telephone 03 523 9421 Ride History: The Ulysses Remembrance Ride was started in August 1988 under the name of the Mel Curran Memorial Run. The Auckland branch had planned a weekend run to Taupo and it was on the eve of the run, 5 th August 1988 that they learnt of the death of there friend Mel who had been in hospital for some weeks after an accident on his bike. During the weekend the members present in Taupo decided to remember Mel the following year (1989) with a Memorial Run for which a badge would be struck. Since that time we have lost a number of good friends and fellow motorcyclists through accidents or illness and after the first Memorial Run it was decided to change the title to Remembrance Run in order to include all riders who wished to come along to remember old friends. The first South Island Remembrance Run was held in Twizel in August 1990. The following year the service was held in Murchison on the 4th August 1991, so this year s service is our 22nd in the South Island. Considering the time of year and possible road conditions (ice, snow etc) travelling by car is OK, as it s your participation we would like to see. For more details contact Mike Dew, Canterbury Branch Coordinator, Telephone (03) 359 4949 (evenings) or email: canterbury@ulysses.org.nz Canterbury Branch website - http://www.ulysses.org.nz/canterbury

This is a reminder that the overnighter to Reefton, staying at the Old Nurses Home is definitely happening on 15 th October. Some folks are not keen on taking the scenic Christchurch Greymouth Westport Reefton route and would prefer to go Christchurch Reefton directly either via Arthurs Pass or Springs Junction. This is understandable as the scenic route is quite long so group leaving times and preferred can be organized closer to the date so don t be a wuss and let minor details like that stop you from going. Take your tin-top (car) if the weather is not good but just get there. Let s show Reefton what Ulybods are all about. However. It IS filling up fast and I m not sure how many rooms are still available so if you haven t done your booking (just click on the link below to connect with their website) get your A into G and please BOOK NOW or you will most likely lose out on what promises to be a great night away. We would like to book the venue out completely so it s a Ulysses only, no tourists party night. The accommodation is dirt cheap (yes, just like you). The place is very well kept and there is a large, fully equipped kitchen if you want to cook your meals (bacon and eggs on Sunday morning appeals to me) and plenty of seating to eat at. I have stayed there a few times on my bike trips from Auckland and definitely recommend it. Of course, Reefton has a good selection of hotel pubs and restaurants with beer and music so come. Let s go party! We want you to join us there! Yes that includes you lot from Nelson and Blenheim and Greymouth and Westport and Dunollie too the more the merrier. Click on the link below, book your room by sending them an email with your name and contact details (No you don t have to pay anything now) and then it s done. You can then go back to the telly. http://www.reeftonaccommodation.co.nz/accommodation-reefton.html Any questions or suggestions, please reply or phone Gene on 0274 444 771. Disgracefully yours Gene Wyngaard 5143 Canterbury Rides Co-Coordinator

ULYSSES CANTERBURY BRANCH WEBSITE: It is with great pleasure that I note we have reached a milestone for the branch website of over 30,000 visits since March 2009. As our Brach Website deals only with our local information on rides, activities, who we are and what we are about as a Branch of Ulysses, with a good photo record, this is a great achievement. A large number regularly visit from overseas countries each month. Some examples are Brazil, Malaysia, UK, Australia, Oman, USA, and Canada this month already. We are averaging around 1050+ visits a month to the site overall (including New Zealand), with over 2600 page views. I have tried to keep the web site clutter free but interesting and informative. Some sites I have visited for Clubs have so much info it is some times hard to find what you are looking for. Many times I have heard or have had shared with me, that a new person or couple have come on a ride with the Branch on a Sunday, because they have looked at the website to see what kind of things we get up to and who we are. They have shared that the photo record shows we are an active Club and with a friendly outlook. How people find us on the web. So when you get your news letter print it off so friends and visitors can read it, send it to friends and family via e-mail, I am sure the will be surprised at some of things we get up to in our prime years on a motorbike. Any ideas or comments, please contact me in the first instance. Robert Edgeler Ulysses #6969 Web Master Ulysses Canterbury Branch. www.ulysses.org.nz/canterbury

SOCIAL EVENT ORGANIZERS REPORT Hello all Ulyssians. For those that have booked, the Twiggers Cabaret Dine & Dance mid winter party social event is on Saturday July 16th. A reminder of the times: Start at 6.30pm Meal at 7.00pm Dancing and show at 8.00pm Bookings are now closed for this event. Maureen s ladies coffee morning was well attended and the feedback I have received has again been possitive. The next coffee meeting is the last Saturday in July being the 30th. Annie's cafe Tower Junction 10am onwards. Table reserved at back of cafe. Just turn up as no booking required. Sounds like this could be a regular event if it is supported and the demand is there. The other event planned for later in the year is Ten Pin Bowling for a Saturday evening. This should shape up to be a fun couple of hours with a competitive edge as we are looking to have two teams, those who ride motorcycles from Japan against the rest being British European, American. In other words Japa s V Bears. And yes, a Honda Wing assembled in the good old USA is a still Japa. A member has suggested a fishing weekend and planning is underway. Investergating Lake Brunner on the West Coast where cheap accommadation is available and ideal for walks and generaly chilling out. More on this when details are available. Catch ya later, Brian Schlaadt

Thought you might like these to shove in the newsletter...to prove I'm not swanning around the ocean enjoying myself living a life of leisure ha ha. These are photos of my first rig shift. She's the Ocean Patriot and we were in the process of picking up her 8 anchors. She was towed 11 miles to a new location then we set them again. cheers Chris #3487

A police motorcycle cop stops a driver for running a red light. The driver is a real jerk, steps out of his car and comes strides toward the officer, demanding to know why he is being harassed by the Gestapo! So the officer calmly tells him of the red light violation. The motorist instantly goes on a tirade, questioning the officer's ancestry, sexual orientation, etc., in rather explicit terms. The tirade goes on without the officer saying anything. When the officer finishes writing the ticket he puts an "AH" in the lower right corner of the narrative portion of the ticket. He then hands it to the 'violator' for his signature. The guy signs the ticket angrily, and when presented with his copy points to the "AH" and demands to know what it stands for. The officer says, "That's so when we go to court, I'll remember that you're an arsehole!" Two months later they're in court. The 'violator' has a bad driving record and he is in danger of losing his license, so he hired a lawyer to represent him. On the stand the officer testifies to seeing the man run the red light. Under cross examination the defense attorney asks; "Officer is this a reasonable facsimile of the ticket that you issued to my client?" Officer responds, "Yes, sir, that is the defendant's copy, his signature and mine, same number at the top." Lawyer: "Officer, is there any particular marking or notation on this ticket you don't normally make?" "Yes, sir, in the lower right corner of the narrative there is an "AH," underlined." "What does the "AH" stand for, officer?" "Aggressive and hostile, Sir." "Aggressive and hostile?" "Yes, Sir." "Officer, are you sure it doesn't stand for arsehole?"

Calendar of Rides Rallies and Events Any time you eat/drink here, say you are from the local Ulysses Branch and you will earn reward points for the Club! For a full up to date list of future rides and events go to:- Note --- unless stated below, ALL rides will leave from Shell Curletts Road, or from the Belfast Hotel (usually known as The Peg). Sunday rides leave at 10.30am, OR as stated below.' Note -- RIC = Rider in Charge... TEC = Tail End Charlie RIDES CALENDAR - June 2011 This is a guide only, for the latest info on rides please visit the Ulysses Canterbury Web Site at : http://www.ulysses.org.nz/canterbury/ and click on What s On on the main menu. If you loose this sheet you can print another one off on the above page under Printer Friendly Version Button Web Master, Robert Edgeler, Ulysses #6969 Date Where to Details Wednesday July 20 Midweek ride Every Wednesday weather permitting leave at 11am, Bring lunch or by it en route. Wednesday July 20 Branch Social Evening 7.30pm at the Cashmere Club, dinner available from 6pm Sunday July 24 Ulysses Canterbury Branch 3 Gorges Ride Meet at the Peg (Belfast Hotel) - leave time 10.30am Wednesday July 27 Wednesday August 3 Weekend August 6 and 7 Wednesday August 10 Midweek ride Every Wednesday weather permitting Midweek ride Every Wednesday weather permitting Ulysses Canterbury Branch South Island Remembrance Service Midweek ride Every Wednesday weather permitting leave at 11am, Bring lunch or by it en route. leave at 11am, Bring lunch or by it en route. See Website for Details leave at 11am, Bring lunch or by it en route. e-mail: Ulysses6969@gmail.com http://www.ulysses.org.nz/canterbury/

Date Where to Details Sunday July 3` Wednesday July 6 Sunday July 10 Wednesday July 13 Saturday July 16 Ulysses Canterbury Branch ride to Timaru Midweek Ride Every Wednesday weather permitting Ulysses Canterbury Branch ride to Greta Valley Midweek Ride Every Wednesday weather permitting Ulysses Canterbury Branch mid winter party leave at 10am, leave time 10.30am leave at 10am, leaving time 10.30am leave at 10am, leave time 10.30am leave at 10am, leaving time 10.30am See website for details Wednesday July 20 Wednesday July 20 Midweek Ride Every Wednesday weather permitting Ulysses Canterbury Branch Social Evening leave at 10am, leaving time 10.30am 7.30pm at the Cashmere Club, dinner available from 6pm Sunday July 24 Wednesday July 27 Wednesday August 3 Weekend August 6/7 Wednesday August 10 Ulysses Canterbury Brach Three Gorges Rider Midweek Ride Every Wednesday weather permitting Midweek Ride Every Wednesday weather permitting Ulysses Canterbury Branch South Island Remembrance Service Midweek Ride Every Wednesday weather permitting Meet at the Peg (Belfast Hotel) ready to leave at 10am, leaving time 10.30am leave at 10am, leaving time 10.30am leave at 10am, leaving time 10.30am See website for details leave at 10am, leaving time 10.30am

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