pash wrote:
What happens there?
bike bla bla doc ,bands etc etc
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| Author: | dclee750 [ 19 Apr 2012 20:45 ] |
| Post subject: | V-Twin rally 2012 24th - 27th August Fordingbridge |
Just to let anyone who might be interested in attending this rally know that booking forms can now be found on the Moto Guzzi uk owners club site . I attended last year and it was good , must admit I ride my guzzi T4 to rallies as I have panniers etc. fitted , dont think I could carry enough kit to go camping on my Firebolt, unfortunately. |
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| Author: | pash [ 19 Apr 2012 21:16 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: v twin rally 2012 24th - 27th August Fordingbridge |
What happens there? |
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| Author: | WILLYBUELL [ 19 Apr 2012 21:32 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: v twin rally 2012 24th - 27th August Fordingbridge |
pash wrote: What happens there? bike bla bla doc ,bands etc etc
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| Author: | CJ [ 20 Apr 2012 06:36 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: V-Twin rally 2012 24th - 27th August Fordingbridge |
We'll be going this year - it's already in the UKBEG Events Diary: August 24th to 27th, Friday to Monday. UKBEG @ 36th International V-Twin Rally. Fordingbridge, Hampshire. Organised by the Moto Guzzi Club GB, this rally is open to all V-Twin motorcycles and is pre-book only. Application forms for the rally can be downloaded here: http://www.motoguzziclub.co.uk/docs/v_t ... g_2012.doc |
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| Author: | CJ [ 13 Aug 2012 21:43 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: V-Twin rally 2012 24th - 27th August Fordingbridge |
Reminder that this event takes place in less than two weeks. We booked and received our tickets back in April but I understand there's still a few places left for late applications. It's been 5 years since we've managed to get along to this rally so we're really looking forwards to it  ....
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| Author: | CJ [ 23 Aug 2012 20:44 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: V-Twin rally 2012 24th - 27th August Fordingbridge |
Only two more sleeps to go - we're all set for an early start on Saturday morning - 260/270 miles via a (mostly) scenic route, arriving in Fordingbridge around lunchtime.We plan to meet up with 'dclee750' and Mev from this forum plus some friends from Holland who are coming over for the rally. |
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| Author: | CJ [ 29 Aug 2012 22:09 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: V-Twin rally 2012 24th - 27th August Fordingbridge |
It may have been a bit soggy at times on Saturday and Monday but we still enjoyed our weekend in the New Forest. It was well worth the 588 mile round trip. I must admit the V-twin rally itself has lost some of its sparkle, especially compared to previous years when we used to go on a regular basis, when it was held in Shaftsbury. Perhaps the weather forecast had put many people off? Sunday was easily the best day - glorious weather for the most part and, purely by accident, we took part in the annual Sammy Miller Run. We only heard about the run when we signed in at the rally on Saturday afternoon so we thought we'd go along early on Sunday to watch the classic and vintage bikes arrive at the museum. Although the run is primarily intended for motorcycles and three wheelers manufactured before 1980 they asked us if we would like to take part. It was only £6.50 to register on the day, so £13.00 later we ended up with numbers 96 and 97 on our bikes, a route card and the prospect of a nice day ahead in the company of some interesting people and machinery. Funny how things work out when they're unplanned - they're often the most memorable. The Sammy Miller Run was brilliant and an excellent way to explore the picturesque New Forest countryside. The 55 mile route, laid out by Percy Gosling, took us all over the National Park through some stunning scenery on mostly traffic-free roads. We'd been issued with a route card but this wasn't strictly necessary as the route had been marked out with red 'classic bike' arrows at each junction. Mr Gosling and his merry band of helpers had obviously put a lot of effort into this event. I can't remember the name of the pub we stopped at for lunch but it wasn't far from Ringwood - we spent a enjoyable hour or so sat in warm sunshine just chatting to fellow riders and soaking up the unique atmosphere and sound of classic and vintage motorcycles. We only saw 2 Buells all weekend, a blue X1 and this XB, with a foreign(?) plate and no UK tax disc. I didn't get to speak to the rider unfortunately so can't confirm where he'd come from.   Number 96 and 97...  Prior to taking part in the Sammy Miller Run...               A few of the more interesting bikes at Fordingbridge...    
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| Author: | pash [ 29 Aug 2012 22:31 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: V-Twin rally 2012 24th - 27th August Fordingbridge |
Were there any CX500s? |
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| Author: | CJ [ 29 Aug 2012 22:33 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: V-Twin rally 2012 24th - 27th August Fordingbridge |
Not that I remember..... |
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| Author: | pash [ 29 Aug 2012 22:42 ] |
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| Author: | Nutah [ 30 Aug 2012 08:36 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: V-Twin rally 2012 24th - 27th August Fordingbridge |
nice pictures Chris 
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| Author: | deepsix [ 30 Aug 2012 09:52 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: V-Twin rally 2012 24th - 27th August Fordingbridge |
I stumbled upon the Sammy Miller run one year. The New Forest is a great place for it as the speed limits are only 40mph and on a good day on an old bike it's ideal. I often use some of the back roads on way home from S.W. but the Buells are not ideal because of the wildlife on the roads.  Thanks for pickies Chris. |
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| Author: | CJ [ 30 Aug 2012 17:33 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: V-Twin rally 2012 24th - 27th August Fordingbridge |
Don / Tony - during previous visits to your area we've never really had the opportunity to explore the New Forest properly. You're lucky to have such a beautiful area right on your doorstep - its not as good as the Yorkshire Dales mind, but pretty close .... Sunday proved to be one of those rare, perfect chilled out motorcycling days when time, speed and distance travelled were of no real consequence. The Sammy Miller Run is definitely one event to pencil in for next year. |
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| Author: | Nutah [ 30 Aug 2012 19:45 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: V-Twin rally 2012 24th - 27th August Fordingbridge |
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