Author Topic: SE Qld 17th March (Was 24th) (Read 60047 times)

harieg · « **Reply #100 on:** March 15, 2012, 07:10:24 AM »

WHAT
don't you think i can catch up to a couple of old fogies on STead's,

before the bridge, on the bridge, AFTER the bridge. I'll be there

BGL's

EHH, who cares if it's raining on NOT, man or wimp, "get on ya bike"

Biggles · « **Reply #101 on:** March 15, 2012, 09:13:55 AM »

I just heard from an ST1300 rider who'd like to come on Saturday. Gave him the details, so hopefully he can find his way there.

"Forecast "mainly fine, possible shower', singular. I just read it."
And you believed them, Skip!!

"EHH, who cares if it's raining on NOT, man or wimp, "get on ya bike""
WIMP when it comes to going out for a fun ride! I'll ride home in the rain, of course, but I find rain tends to dampen the spirits that are meant to soar.

royst1100 · « **Reply #102 on:** March 15, 2012, 09:31:28 AM »

looks like denise and i might be there

Biggles · « **Reply #103 on:** March 15, 2012, 09:32:32 AM »

Can one buy a coffee in Grantham? If so, that's another way we can boost the local economy.
Besides, it will definitely be "coffee-o'clock" by the time we get there.

harieg · « **Reply #104 on:** March 15, 2012, 01:01:55 PM »

LMAO LOL

harieg · « **Reply #105 on:** March 15, 2012, 01:02:45 PM »

can anyone confirm, that there WILL be fuel at Grantham

harieg · « **Reply #106 on:** March 15, 2012, 01:04:51 PM »

Quote from: harieg on March 15, 2012, 01:01:55 PM

LMAO LOL

the forecast AT THE MOMENT
is for cloudy no showers !!!

Whizz · « **Reply #107 on:** March 15, 2012, 02:25:51 PM »

I just called the Marnell Fuel Station in Grantham to make sure that they (a) are open Saturday and (b) have sufficient fuel (both ULP and premium (and even some Diesel for those who might want it

)). The answers are; They are open until 1:00 p.m. on Saturdays, although they are happy to open up for us if we should be arriving later, and they have all three types of fuel available. They are happy that we are coming out and seem very grateful for the concept of the RTE with a stop with them to refuel.

So we are good to go!!

Cheers all
Whizz

Diesel · « **Reply #108 on:** March 15, 2012, 02:52:35 PM »

Quote from: Whizz on March 15, 2012, 02:25:51 PM

I just called the Marnell Fuel Station in Grantham to make sure that they (a) are open Saturday and (b) have sufficient fuel (both ULP and premium (and even some Diesel for those who might want it )). The answers are; They are open until 1:00 p.m. on Saturdays, although they are happy to open up for us if we should be arriving later, and they have all three types of fuel available. They are happy that we are coming out and seem very grateful for the concept of the RTE with a stop with them to refuel.

So we are good to go!!

Cheers all
Whizz

Great work thanks Champ!

Whizz · « **Reply #109 on:** March 15, 2012, 03:21:52 PM »

I love where Harieg (aged 69) describes Skip (age unknown) and Biggles (aged 62) as "old fogies"!!

Skip · « **Reply #110 on:** March 15, 2012, 07:22:48 PM »

Quote from: Biggles on March 15, 2012, 09:32:32 AM

Can one buy a coffee in Grantham? If so, that's another way we can boost the local economy.
Besides, it will definitely be "coffee-o'clock" by the time we get there.

Biggles.

You're not paying attention !!! It was always going to be coffee at Grantham. The convenient store was washed away but they are operating from a demountable. Seating will be at a premium so a good time to mingle. I suggest when we arrive, some of us grab fuel straight away and others grab a coffee so we're not all waiting in a long queue. They are next door to each other. It will be good to see a good roll up as I know the Take Away and the servo will really appreciate the support.
See you all Saturday. The forecast looks great. Showers clearing tomorrow.
Cheers.
Skip.

harieg · « **Reply #111 on:** March 15, 2012, 07:29:30 PM »

BUT BUT BUT

ny wife is 22 years younger than me
i have twin girls 12 YEARS old
in IT, MY peer group are young men in their 20's
my 2 bikes keep me YOUNG
so i am only as old as the fem i feel

harieg · « **Reply #112 on:** March 15, 2012, 07:32:13 PM »

I TAKE THAT TO INDICATE
the convenience store was washed away in the flood
so they replaced it with a convenient store this time around
probably future proof their convenient store in case there is another flood some day

Skip · « **Reply #113 on:** March 15, 2012, 07:44:25 PM »

Just incase some 'skipped' to the last posts and haven't read the entire manuscript, BIGGLES, we will be doing lunch at Murphy's Creek pub. They only offer a 'light lunch' menu, burgers and the like, but I'm sure no-one will starve.
Once again, thanks for the support guys.

Skip.

Whizz · « **Reply #114 on:** March 15, 2012, 07:45:01 PM »

Harieg, So, old enough to know better, but young enough not to care!! My wife is 12 years younger than me, so I know where you're coming from!!

Cheers
Whizz

Skip · « **Reply #115 on:** March 15, 2012, 07:52:19 PM »

Quote from: harieg on March 15, 2012, 07:32:13 PM

I TAKE THAT TO INDICATE
the convenience store was washed away in the flood
so they replaced it with a convenient store this time around
probably future proof their convenient store in case there is another flood some day

Good questions to put to the store owners. When I started with this idea and spoke to Sandi, they weren't sure if they could survive. The township was devastated as you'll see on Saturday. Many people will never return which may threaten the very existence of Grantham although they are trying to basically relocate the town to higher ground.

Biggles · « **Reply #116 on:** March 15, 2012, 08:24:31 PM »

Quote from: Skip on March 15, 2012, 07:52:19 PM

Quote from: harieg on March 15, 2012, 07:32:13 PM
I TAKE THAT TO INDICATE
the convenience store was washed away in the flood
so they replaced it with a convenient store this time around
probably future proof their convenient store in case there is another flood some day
Good questions to put to the store owners. When I started with this idea and spoke to Sandi, they weren't sure if they could survive. The township was devastated as you'll see on Saturday. Many people will never return which may threaten the very existence of Grantham although they are trying to basically relocate the town to higher ground.

Lighten up, Skip. He was pulling your leg about your typo "convenient" store.
And as for giving me

for not paying attention- I was asking about cawfee for those who hadn't been reading the whole saga as it unfolded.

Skip · « **Reply #117 on:** March 15, 2012, 08:44:37 PM »

Oh. Whoops. My bad.

Biggles · « **Reply #118 on:** March 15, 2012, 08:48:31 PM »

Quote from: Skip on March 15, 2012, 08:44:37 PM

Oh. Whoops. My bad.

It's OK, we're getting over it. :)

But watch out if you don't get the weather right on Saturday. Your ride, your responsibility!

harieg · « **Reply #119 on:** March 16, 2012, 05:13:10 AM »

you lot respond like my 12 year olds

VERY GOOD CALL BGL's

Barry and Marissa · « **Reply #120 on:** March 16, 2012, 07:04:02 AM »

Sorry Skip, Marissa and I can't make the 17th. I hope everyone has a great time and a safe ride.
Cheers
B & M :) :)

harieg · « **Reply #121 on:** March 17, 2012, 06:07:16 AM »

showering and shaving COMPLETED
ready to kit up
small shower of rain at 4.00 am
are you still coming BGL's

harieg · « **Reply #122 on:** March 17, 2012, 06:08:38 AM »

if your coming on this ride KEV. you better get a wriggle on

harieg · « **Reply #123 on:** March 17, 2012, 06:35:42 AM »

just looked at the BOM, all rain western Qld.
south east Qld. fine, occasional showers, patchy rain this evening

NOW NOW BGL's
that's not enough to stop you

Tipsy · « **Reply #124 on:** March 17, 2012, 05:20:31 PM »

py

It was a great peoples absolutely marvellous, Oh and we had fun too .........Some one with a camera will give details Later

But those who reneged check out 9 News tonight I think it will be there.

Tipsy

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Author Topic: SE Qld 17th March (Was 24th) (Read 60047 times)