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WWW.LOSTRIDERS.CO.UK WWW.VSOC.ORG.UK VSOC CENTRE 9 – EAST MIDLANDS – JUNE 2012 OWNERS OF: VIRAGO, DRAG STAR, ROYAL STAR, VENTURE STAR, MIDNIGHT STAR, WARRIOR, RAIDER & STRATOLINER. (OWNERS OF OTHER CUSTOM BIKES WELCOME AS ASSOCIATE MEMBERS) From the Editor I would like to say a warm welcome to the June edition of our newsletter, but looking outside at the rain and wind, I think that might be a bit presumptuous. Can you believe the nights start drawing in later this month. Anyway, enough of that, what a great week end was had by all who attended the Flying on the Fylde Rally, put on by Centre 6. In total, there were 298 who attended the rally, which was a good turn out. Friday night saw the start of the partying with the band Grace who reigned from Liverpool and what a good band they were too. Any Zeppelin fans there would have appreciated their rendition of Moby Dick, as I have only heard John Bonham play the drums like that - Brilliant. Saturday saw the kite flying on the main field some wonderful idea’s for kites, with the winners Thames Valley Vultures who’s kite just seemed to stay up there. Out kite, or should I say kites, made a damn good effort and if the wind was a little stronger, then maybe we could have challenged. 1
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VSOC CENTRE 9 – EAST MIDLANDS – JUNE 2012OWNERS OF: VIRAGO, DRAG STAR, ROYAL STAR, VENTURE STAR, MIDNIGHT STAR,
WARRIOR, RAIDER & STRATOLINER.(OWNERS OF OTHER CUSTOM BIKES WELCOME AS ASSOCIATE MEMBERS)
From the Editor
I would like to say a warm welcome to the June edition of our newsletter, but looking outside at the rain and wind, I think that might be a bit presumptuous. Can you believe the nights start drawing in later this month.
Anyway, enough of that, what a great week end was had by all who attended the Flying on the Fylde Rally, put on by Centre 6. In total, there were 298 who attended the rally, which was a good turn out.
Friday night saw the start of the partying with the band Grace who reigned from Liverpool and what a good band they were too. Any Zeppelin fans there would have appreciated their rendition of Moby Dick, as I have only heard John Bonham play the drums like that - Brilliant.
Saturday saw the kite flying on the main field some wonderful idea’s for kites, with the winners Thames Valley Vultures who’s kite just seemed to stay up there. Out kite, or should I say kites, made a damn good effort and if the wind was a little stronger, then maybe we could have challenged.
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Saturday night saw the arrival of some Life Guards from Brazil, along with an appearance from Pamela Anderson from Bay Watch for the theme of “By the Seaside” and what a sight they were too.
Even the band - Empress wanted their photograph taken with the Life Guards.
The last Center Meeting incorporated our AGM, where a revised Committee was voted in, along with the annual accounts being presented by Brian. The revised Committee will share various responsibilities which are usually undertaken by the Centre Rep, but due to work commitments, the additional help will enable the Centre to run smoothly. The new Committee is shown at the end of the newsletter.
I know it may seem early, but we are looking at planning our Christmas party and it has been suggested that this year, maybe we could find a location that would have accommodation for those wishing to stay over. Chris Bostock has advised he has found a location - Bestwood Lodge Hotel on 24th November that is £20.00 PP for 3 course meal, Disco and late bar. If you want to stay over, then it will be an additional £40.00 including breakfast (2 sharing) We would appreciate if you could let us know if you would be interested, as we want to go ahead and book somewhere before it is too late. I have enclosed a simple Yes/No form at end of the newsletter for you to complete and return, which would be very much appreciated.
Well, I think thats all from me this month, but don’t forget, if you have anything that you would like to see in the newsletter, then please let me know.
REMEMBER, IT’S THE SHINY SIDE UPJim (Tandem)
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CENTRE REP’S REPORT INCORPORATING NOTT’S NATTERING
Sadly, the wet weather at the beginning of May meant that the “Greedy Pig” ride-out was cancelled and there was a low turnout for the East Kirkby Aviation Museum. The weather was drier for the BMF weekend but it was very cold riding down in the morning. Numbers seemed rather low but I expect that’s due to a combination of the recession and the cool weather. Still, managed to get a few bargains and balance them on the bike for the trip home.
The Centre 6, Flying on the Fylde Rally couldn’t have had better weekend with wall to wall sun. It was
great to be sitting around late into the evening and then to ‘party on’ into the early hours. What about the fancy dress night, special mention has to go to the Brazilian Lifeguards – I’m so pleased that I didn’t need any form of resuscitation. There are photos to prove that our kite entry flew in the trials but unfortunately the wind dropped during our official run and we struggled to get the necessary lift. Well done to Terry and Jane for their work on the Lost Riders kite – we was robbed!
Don’t forget to look through the Events Lists at the end of this Newsletter and to put them in your diary before anything else comes along, with the usual plea to get your tickets for the Essex Rally 5-8th July and the Scrumpies Rally 24-27th August.
The Centre 9 meeting on June 5th is to be the Annual General Meeting and we are very pleased that a large number of the Committee intend to stay in their rolls which is great as it gives continuity to the group.
This is the last Newsletter from the current joint team of Chris, Jim and Paul. Plenty of great events to remember for the last year, the Xmas do, the Bowls Bonding Party as well as the usual meetings, ride-outs, and rallies.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their support over the past year and to wish all the best to the new committee.Be careful out there.
From the Three (not so) Wise men
Chris, Jim & Paul
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DERBYSHIRE DESPATCH
Hello everyone,
I haven’t got much to report this month apart from the usual monthly meeting which saw a good attendance as usual and the twice monthly breakfast meetings. I know several Lost Riders attended the rally at Lytham St Annes so I hope you all had a good time.
Coming up is the organised ride-out to Hunstanton on 10th June which leaves the Unicorn at Gunthorpe at 9.30am but if you want to join Paul and myself at Junction 27 Hucknall side layby you are quite welcome, we will leave there at 8.45am to ride over to the Unicorn to join up with everyone. Also
coming up is the planned MAG ride on the 24th June which is meeting at Coalville Leics to ride up to Junction 26 and onto MFN where there will be refreshments laid on.
Well thats all for this month
See you all soon
Shelagh xx
Derbyshire Rep
LINC’S LYRICAL’S
Unfortunately, due to holiday commitments, there is no Linc’s Lyrical’s this month, but look out for next months which will be well worth the wait.
See you soon,
Alexander Bridgwood
Lincolnshire Rep
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STARTING THIS MONTH - JOE’S TIPS
Joe Broughton, our resident Mr Fix It, thought it would be a good idea to share some of his experience with our fellow riders and for Junes Tip, Joe is starting off with: Cleaning Your Bike
Some bikes have had head/stock and wheel bearing problems. These seem to be related to using pressure washers.
Even in dry weather, give the front forks a wipe over with a damp cloth to remove any dead fly’s, as even these little mites can damage the fork seals.
Seal and fork oil can be upgraded.
All the best Joe.
SPECIAL 2012 VSOC DATES TO PLAN FOR(FULL DETAILS OF CLUB ACTIVITIES ON WEBSITE OR CONTACT THE EDITOR)
LOST RIDERS RIDE-OUT CALENDAR
IF BAD WEATHER, PLEASE CONTACT THE RIDE-OUT CO-ORDINATOR
LOST RIDERS RIDE-OUT CALENDAR
IF BAD WEATHER, PLEASE CONTACT THE RIDE-OUT CO-ORDINATOR
LOST RIDERS RIDE-OUT CALENDAR
IF BAD WEATHER, PLEASE CONTACT THE RIDE-OUT CO-ORDINATOR
LOST RIDERS RIDE-OUT CALENDAR
IF BAD WEATHER, PLEASE CONTACT THE RIDE-OUT CO-ORDINATOR
LOST RIDERS RIDE-OUT CALENDAR
IF BAD WEATHER, PLEASE CONTACT THE RIDE-OUT CO-ORDINATOR
DATE FROM DPT DESTINATION
EST MILES
ONE WAY
June 10th UNICORN @ GUNTHORPE 9.30
HUNSTANTON. A GOOD DAY OUT AND SOMEWHERE TO TAKE YOUR BUCKET AND SPADE! CONTACT: 07968 312 025
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July 22nd TBC TBC
IMMINGHAM DOCKS – CENTENARY DAY CELEBRATIONS – LIVE MUSIC / DRAGON
RAFT RACING, VESSEL VISITS.CONTACT 07815 972 037
TBC
August 12thWilton Park
Leicester road ( A607) Melton
Mowbray at 11am11.00
FOXTON LOCKS. – BOATS, PUBS & FOOD!
CONTACT: 07977 844 290
September 9th
Leicester Forrest South Services 10.30
MOTOR MUSEUM COVENTRY – SHOWING ALL TYPES OF VEHICLES. A
GREAT DAY OUT.CONTACT: 07977 844 290
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LOST RIDERS JUNE 2012 EVENTS LOST RIDERS JUNE 2012 EVENTS LOST RIDERS JUNE 2012 EVENTS
3rd Sun Derbyshire Breakfast Meet. (1st and 3rd Sunday of month). CMC Clay Cross (the old Stratstone) from 10am. Contact Shelagh 07981 734 904
5th TuesCentre Meet (1st Tuesday of month) - Mellish Rugby Club, War Memorial Ground, Mapperley Plains, Nottingham. NG3 5RX. – from 7.30pm. Contact - Chris 07739 913807 [email protected]
11th Mon Derby Meet. (2nd Monday of month) Arkwright Arms, Sutton cum Duckmanton, Chesterfield. S44 5JG. Off M1 J29. Shelagh 07981 734 904
12th TuesLincolnshire Meet (2nd Tuesday of month)The Duke of Wellington, Lincoln Road, Leasingham, Sleaford. NG34 8JSContact: Alex 07815 972037 E-mail [email protected]
13th WedLeicester / Northants Meet. (2nd Wednesday of each month).Nags Head, Station Road, Glenfield, LE3 8BQContact: Pete Brown 0116 291 6809 E-mail [email protected]
17th Sun Derbyshire Breakfast Meet. (1st and 3rd Sunday of month). CMC Clay Cross (the old Stratstone) from 10am. Contact Shelagh 07981 734 904
19th TuesNotts area Meet. 3rd Tuesday of the month. Rolls Royce Social Club, Gate 1 Watnall Road (B6009), Hucknall (0115 964 23800) Contact Chris 07739 913 807 or Jim 07867 868 582
24th Sun
Notts breakfast Meet (4th Sunday of month). McDonalds Sir John Robinson Way, OFF A60 Mansfield Rd., Daybook, Arnold (Retail park opposite Sainsbury). From Nottingham turn right at CMC follow and Mc D on left. From Mansfield turn left at CMC. From 10.30, food and or a ride-out. Contact Jim 07867 868 582 or Chris 07739 913 80
LOST RIDERS JULY 2012 EVENTS LOST RIDERS JULY 2012 EVENTS LOST RIDERS JULY 2012 EVENTS
1st Sun Derbyshire Breakfast Meet. (1st and 3rd Sunday of month). CMC Clay Cross (the old Stratstone) from 10am. Contact Shelagh 07981 734 904
3rd TuesCentre Meet (1st Tuesday of month) - Mellish Rugby Club, War Memorial Ground, Mapperley Plains, Nottingham. NG3 5RX. – from 7.30pm. Contact - Chris 07739 913807 [email protected]
9th Mon Derby Meet. (2nd Monday of month) Arkwright Arms, Sutton cum Duckmanton, Chesterfield. S44 5JG. Off M1 J29. Shelagh 07981 734 904
10th TuesLincolnshire Meet (2nd Tuesday of month)The Duke of Wellington, Lincoln Road, Leasingham, Sleaford. NG34 8JSContact: Alex 07815 972037 E-mail [email protected]
11th WedLeicester / Northants Meet. (2nd Wednesday of each month).Nags Head, Station Road, Glenfield, LE3 8BQContact: Pete Brown 0116 291 6809 E-mail [email protected]
15th Sun Derbyshire Breakfast Meet. (1st and 3rd Sunday of month). CMC Clay Cross (the old Stratstone) from 10am. Contact Shelagh 07981 734 904
17th TuesNotts area Meet. 3rd Tuesday of the month. Rolls Royce Social Club, Gate 1 Watnall Road (B6009), Hucknall (0115 964 23800) Contact Chris 07739 913 807 or Jim 07867 868 582
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LOST RIDERS JULY 2012 EVENTS LOST RIDERS JULY 2012 EVENTS LOST RIDERS JULY 2012 EVENTS
22nd Sun
Notts breakfast Meet (4th Sunday of month). McDonalds Sir John Robinson Way, OFF A60 Mansfield Rd., Daybook, Arnold (Retail park opposite Sainsbury). From Nottingham turn right at CMC follow and Mc D on left. From Mansfield turn left at CMC. From 10.30, food and or a ride-out. Contact Jim 07867 868 582 or Chris 07739 913 80
2012 CENTRE RALLIES VSOC Official Rallies
Centre 19 (Essex) RallyThe 4th Essex Crusade 2012
The Olympic One6th - 8th July 2012
Runwell Sports & Social ClubThe Chase, Wickford
Essex. SS11 7QA
Olympic - It's a Knockoutat Centre 17's
Scrumpy VI Rally24th - 27th August 2012
Weston-Super-Mare Football ClubWinterstoke RoadW-S-M BS24 9AA
SEE WEBSITE FOR MORE RALLY AND PARTY DATES
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THE COMMITTEE
Centre 9 Rep Chris Bostock 07739 [email protected]
Deputy Centre 9 RepTerry Warren
Deputy Centre 9 RepStuart Hutson (Rocket Man)07813 [email protected]
DerbyshireShelagh Booker01773 78118707981 734904 [email protected]
Entertainment OrganiserLes Martin (Non Slip)01773 77876707974 [email protected]
Facebook Co-ordinatorMike Godwin01246 27675407775 [email protected]
LincolnshireAlex Bridgwood01522 73039507815 [email protected]
LeicestershirePete Brown0116 291 6809
MerchandiseRos Thompson07968 725519
Newsletter EditorJim Wallace (Tandem)01455 [email protected]
NottinghamshirePaul Clay (Bandana)
Ride-out Co-ordinatorHarry Thompson07968 [email protected]
TreasurerBrian Timms07974 395696
WebmasterJohn Wood (Bald Eagle)01858 88015007860 [email protected]
Centre Meeting RefreshmentsKevin Knowlden
Centre 9 Newsletter InputPaul Harrison (Disco)[email protected]
Centre Meeting Back - Up Speakers:Terry Warren, Jim Salmon & Ros Thompson
Centre 9 Clatter InputTerry [email protected]
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