Memorial Park saw a great turnout of modern and classic bikes front up for a wee wander around the rural neighbourhood we are lucky to have on our doorstep. The weather was very agreeable for our last winter ride of the year, and if this Al Niño is for us, we look forward to the rest of the new riding season. Gary A’s geographical knowledge was called upon to plot an interesting route through to our final destination, The Woolshed Cafe just south of Sanson on State Highway One. With Gary out front, we certainly went the long way to Sanson. After heading towards the hills via Hiwinui, Valley Road, he had us heading back in the right direction for our café stop as we sped through Colyton, and the back of Feilding, and onto Lethbridge Rd. From there, it was down Halcombe Rd to Te Rakehou Rd and onto Sandon Rd, then down to the busy Mount Stewart intersection. From here, it was through to the Woolshed Cafe via Penny Rd.
The food and beverages were up to their excellent standard, with the prompt service also appreciated. It is easy to see why this is a popular place, and by the time we left at lunchtime, the place was very busy.
It was great to see Bruce and Mick bring their classic bikes along for the first time, and good to have Mark come out for a run on his modern for the first time. Thank you to Gary for leading the way on our ride, and let’s hope September’s EoMR is just as pleasant!
Roll Call
Stuart - Suzuki GT750
Mick - Honda CX500
Shane - Honda CB750
Grant - Suzuki GSX1100
Kim - Kawasaki 750 H2
Bruce - Yamaha RD350
Roger - Moto Guzzi V35 Imola II
Sir Al - Suzuki V-Strom 250SX
Rich - Suzuki V-Strom 650
Gary A - BMW 700 FGS
Ray - Honda NX500
Mark - Triumph 900 Thruxton
Paul - Moto Guzzi V85 TT
Kenny - BMW 650 FGS
Gary W - Suzuki GSR750
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