jaxZ4 said:
Weather is forecast to improve jax - hoping to avoid light showers in the West - all a question of timing. . . .
That price for the tyres is a bargain (staggered sizes?)
Have a great time in Spain!
NORTH EAST 'HOONS' - 27 July and 3 August
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Weather is forecast to improve jax - hoping to avoid light showers in the West - all a question of timing. . . .
That price for the tyres is a bargain (staggered sizes?)
Have a great time in Spain!
ronk said:
We will - just more factors to take into account on the run if it rains but I'm still hoping - good forecast for Newcastle
You might get a 'window of opportunity' next week to get washed and waxed - not sure about a deep clean though
paulgs1000 said:ronk said:The BBC app shows it a little better for tomorrow - the fluffy white cloud symbol
I'm sat I the kitchen looking out on a very dark afternoon! Thunder and lightning here - the dogs are skulking away. . . always a sign of a storm.
But yes - the weather does look much better tomorrow for Newcastle - as we head west to Hexham we should be ok but then further west there is a possibility of showers - like I said, all depends how quickly (or slowly) this low pressure moves. . . we shall see.
Had the same about an hour ago. Been dodging the downpours all day while trying to clean the Zed. Finally finished so the cover is on ready for tomorrow. Will have to take it easy if it rains as rear tyres are close to the limit. New ones on order but they haven't arrived in time for the weekend. See you all tomorrow
GJC72 said:paulgs1000 said:ronk said:The BBC app shows it a little better for tomorrow - the fluffy white cloud symbol
I'm sat I the kitchen looking out on a very dark afternoon! Thunder and lightning here - the dogs are skulking away. . . always a sign of a storm.
But yes - the weather does look much better tomorrow for Newcastle - as we head west to Hexham we should be ok but then further west there is a possibility of showers - like I said, all depends how quickly (or slowly) this low pressure moves. . . we shall see.
Had the same about an hour ago. Been dodging the downpours all day while trying to clean the Zed. Finally finished so the cover is on ready for tomorrow. Will have to take it easy if it rains as rear tyres are close to the limit. New ones on order but they haven't arrived in time for the weekend. See you all tomorrow
I'm on touring Falkens at the back having had them fitted in error - Falken Z1Bs not 453s. . . it's all the garage could get apparently - (don't ask)
I've had to keep this in mind since they were fitted and I'm busy wearing them out to be replaced by matching Goodyear Eagle F2s to those I fitted to the front. So I'm with you if it rains - just part of the challenge. 
paulgs1000 said:..... I'm busy wearing them out to be replaced by matching Goodyear Eagle F2s to those I fitted to the front. So I'm with you if it rains - just part of the challenge.
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If it's that twitchy, I would bite the bullet and get rid if they are ditch finders - new rubber will be a lot cheaper than a trip to the bodyshop!
Just had a last recce this evening and found part of our route now has a cycle event on it 
Couldn't find ANYthing on the 'interweb' but eventually got the routes. . . Not too bad it's just the start and we can avoid that section - the rest of our route is ok - barring any other event!
How can this not be on the internet? Nothing on traffic sites or events in the NE - had to get the specific name of the event to find the 3 routes and check them against ours. A late night but at least we know what it is now. . . .it's a charity ride so not going to complain. . .
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Couldn't find ANYthing on the 'interweb' but eventually got the routes. . . Not too bad it's just the start and we can avoid that section - the rest of our route is ok - barring any other event!
How can this not be on the internet?
Nothing on traffic sites or events in the NE - had to get the specific name of the event to find the 3 routes and check them against ours. A late night but at least we know what it is now. . . .it's a charity ride so not going to complain. . . /Have a good one guys and galls
Swiftly said:
metal licker said:Have a good one guys and galls
AndrewP said:Nice and sunny here, see you in a couple of hours
Thanks Swiftly - you have a good day too
Thanks Metal Licker - another one working - needs must!
Glad you can get along Andrew - bringing your Dad?
Sunshine here too but just checked the forecast - the further west we go the worse the showers
We were very lucky last weekend - we shall see. . . grumpybri said:Just got back home.
Thanks again to Paul and Steph for organising another brilliant run round some of the North's best roads.
Good to see some new faces and it's good to get new owners turn up for there first hoon.
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Thanks Paul & Steph for organising. Even the rain and fog up on Hartside didn't spoil our fun Good to meet up with familiar and new faces alike. Poppy slept most of the way back. Think all that fresh air got to her GaryWright
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Great day out today. Thanks a lot everyone looking forward to the next one. Gary and Meeg
Sounds like another fantastic day. So sorry we couldn't make it!
Paul and Steph - Please organise another run...I suspect we'll get an even bigger turn out.
Paul and Steph - Please organise another run...I suspect we'll get an even bigger turn out.
Glad everyone enjoyed the day - so did we - another satisfying and enjoyable run for us - thanks to all that attended.
A good turn out again with Chezsherman and Grumpybri back for their second week of the run - great to have them there to spread the load and support new members which included GaryWright and his girlfriend (with his very nice Sterling grey 2.2 with unique alloys and a light green hood - all worked together very nicely ) and Overthehillnhoj (in his very clean light silver grey 3.0si - at first I thought it was white! Very impressive nhoj! ). It was also brilliant to have GNC72 ( in his Monaco blue 3.0i with light leather interior which really stands out ) who we had got to know at the Nationals along with his wife but today he had his daughter Poppy with him. Nice to meet you Poppy! 8)
Found out at 8.30pm the night before that part of our route had a charity ride organised - nothing on the 'traffic' or 'what's on' internet sites! ) It didn't effect the first part of the run and despite one tractor we had a fairly clear run and were able to enjoy the back roads to Hexham where we met AndrewP and his father (they had been delayed by a serious accident which had blocked the road only a few miles from the start but which detoured them for miles ) in their Silver Grey 3.0si with Red leather - very nice! The rain held off at this point and we were able to enjoy the usual warm reception and sit outside to enjoy a cuppa at the Wentworth café 8) before setting off onto the A686.
The forecast showers hit us on the way up to Alston and intensified as we headed for Hartside Cafe. The rain turned the run into a good test of smooth but effective driving - tricky conditions on this challenging road but everyone coped marvellously and we all were able to make the most of the road, even in the difficult conditions and ended up elated as we headed for lunch.
The weather improved slightly and roofs were down again for the descent to Melmerby, our carousel around the village green and return. All I can say is that we benefitted from the weather keeping the traffic light and what a road - even in wet conditions it's brilliant. Even more enjoyable when I remembered this was the first time that some had ever driven the road - we had a great run through!
We all met up at Hexham again after a satnav submission (shouldn't always trust it! :? ) and a comfort break by one attendee
which led to a wrong turn in the middle of the group. You know the situation - one second everyone's in your mirror - the next ? All was well though and we set off for Derwent Water. No stop at Blanchland this run and some discussion at the dam about the impact of the potholes hit on the way. :thumbsdown: The weather improved as we made the most of the North perimeter road (another clear run through) and even the pothole we'd mentioned in the briefing had been filled (hazards on, speed reduced, all on the right hand side of the road - and there it was neatly filled with tarmac!)
A stop before the A68 and it was great to see smiles and nods all round as we said our farewells and headed for home.
Have to say the standard of driving was superb in very demanding conditions - after the rain through the night, the early roads were greasy and slippy :!: . Later, on the Hartside run, conditions were very tricky yet we made the most of the road despite this - flowing and smooth technique required throughout. There was also a surprising amount of debris on the road to Blanchland :!: . Nevertheless, smiles were in evidence throughout the day, everyone enjoyed themselves and everyone went home safe.
Thanks to Grumpybri for offering to support with the sweeper role throughout the day (good to have an experienced hooner in that role Bri 8) - much appreciated ) and thanks to Chezsherman for taking the middle position to help out with the 'newbys' 8) - cheers Craig!
Lovely to see new faces on the run fit in so well 8) and our longest travelled attendee has to be AndrewP and his Father - really impressed you made the effort to join us and unfortunate that you had the delay but I know you enjoyed the route - saw you in my mirror most the way!
I'm tired now - after two weekends of planned hooning. As Craig said afterwards over tea at our house - 'We just want folk to enjoy themselves - that's the biggest worry'. He's right.
So it's well worth all the effort when days come together and we get to share the experience of making the most of our Zeds on some of the best of our roads with some great company.
Thanks to all those that have joined us - it's been fantastic and we're already discussing more runs so hope to see you all again!
Paul and Steph.
At Derwent Water Dam
Didn't get many on the road photos - here's a couple when we pulled into Lumley Castle - just held out pointed back and hoped!
Jumped out the Zed at Melmerby to get a quick photo as we did our carousel - the Zeds looked fabulous running up to the turn - I had to take a shot!
Conditions improved and the cloud lifted a little for our run down to Melmerby and back
3.4 litres of Grunt!
The Zeds looked terrific and even in the poor weather attracted attention - this is at Hexham.
A good turn out again with Chezsherman and Grumpybri back for their second week of the run - great to have them there to spread the load and support new members
which included GaryWright and his girlfriend (with his very nice Sterling grey 2.2 with unique alloys and a light green hood - all worked together very nicely ) and Overthehillnhoj (in his very clean light silver grey 3.0si - at first I thought it was white! Very impressive nhoj! ). It was also brilliant to have GNC72 ( in his Monaco blue 3.0i with light leather interior which really stands out ) who we had got to know at the Nationals along with his wife but today he had his daughter Poppy with him. Nice to meet you Poppy! 8) Found out at 8.30pm the night before that part of our route had a charity ride organised - nothing on the 'traffic' or 'what's on' internet sites!
) It didn't effect the first part of the run and despite one tractor we had a fairly clear run and were able to enjoy the back roads to Hexham where we met AndrewP and his father (they had been delayed by a serious accident which had blocked the road only a few miles from the start but which detoured them for miles ) in their Silver Grey 3.0si with Red leather - very nice! The rain held off at this point and we were able to enjoy the usual warm reception and sit outside to enjoy a cuppa at the Wentworth café 8) before setting off onto the A686. The forecast showers hit us on the way up to Alston and intensified as we headed for Hartside Cafe. The rain turned the run into a good test of smooth but effective driving - tricky conditions on this challenging road but everyone coped marvellously and we all were able to make the most of the road, even in the difficult conditions and ended up elated as we headed for lunch.
The weather improved slightly and roofs were down again for the descent to Melmerby, our carousel around the village green and return. All I can say is that we benefitted from the weather keeping the traffic light and what a road - even in wet conditions it's brilliant.
Even more enjoyable when I remembered this was the first time that some had ever driven the road - we had a great run through!We all met up at Hexham again after a satnav submission (shouldn't always trust it! :? ) and a comfort break by one attendee
which led to a wrong turn in the middle of the group. You know the situation - one second everyone's in your mirror - the next ? All was well though and we set off for Derwent Water. No stop at Blanchland this run and some discussion at the dam about the impact of the potholes hit on the way. :thumbsdown: The weather improved as we made the most of the North perimeter road (another clear run through) and even the pothole we'd mentioned in the briefing had been filled (hazards on, speed reduced, all on the right hand side of the road - and there it was neatly filled with tarmac!) A stop before the A68 and it was great to see smiles and nods all round
as we said our farewells and headed for home.Have to say the standard of driving was superb in very demanding conditions
- after the rain through the night, the early roads were greasy and slippy :!: . Later, on the Hartside run, conditions were very tricky yet we made the most of the road despite this - flowing and smooth technique required throughout. There was also a surprising amount of debris on the road to Blanchland :!: . Nevertheless, smiles were in evidence throughout the day, everyone enjoyed themselves and everyone went home safe. Thanks to Grumpybri for offering to support with the sweeper role throughout the day (good to have an experienced hooner in that role Bri 8) - much appreciated
) and thanks to Chezsherman for taking the middle position to help out with the 'newbys' 8) - cheers Craig! Lovely to see new faces on the run fit in so well 8)
and our longest travelled attendee has to be AndrewP and his Father - really impressed you made the effort to join us and unfortunate that you had the delay but I know you enjoyed the route - saw you in my mirror most the way! I'm tired now - after two weekends of planned hooning. As Craig said afterwards over tea at our house - 'We just want folk to enjoy themselves - that's the biggest worry'. He's right.
So it's well worth all the effort when days come together and we get to share the experience of making the most of our Zeds on some of the best of our roads with some great company.
Thanks to all those that have joined us - it's been fantastic and we're already discussing more runs so hope to see you all again!
Paul and Steph.
At Derwent Water Dam
Didn't get many on the road photos - here's a couple when we pulled into Lumley Castle - just held out pointed back and hoped!
Jumped out the Zed at Melmerby to get a quick photo as we did our carousel - the Zeds looked fabulous running up to the turn - I had to take a shot!
Conditions improved and the cloud lifted a little for our run down to Melmerby and back
3.4 litres of Grunt!
The Zeds looked terrific and even in the poor weather attracted attention - this is at Hexham.
Swiftly said:Looks like everyone had a great days run
I think so Nick - one of those good days when the traffic is on side (weather excepted!)