Breaking the ice at Mt Egerton

Sunday 23 June saw the second VERi Red Plate ride for 2013, in the Mount Egerton/Ballan area. Only a hardy handful braved the sub zero temperatures, but those that did were rewarded with a challenging and interesting ride that served as a great warm-up for Harrow.

Over on the OzVMX forum, Luffy (KTM) had this to say:

"Well what a day, it started of white and -1 but when kitted up and set of out of camp it was amazing, and just got better and harder as it went, plenty of virgin woods hills and creek crossings, after one loop of about 36 Kim's we returned to camp, and every couldn't wait to have another go.

A few comments were thrown around that this was a good practice for Harrow and some thought, matched the type of course and skill. Required, Well done Drakie and others who done a great job of setting up this track and putting a big smile on our faces (and mud)!"

Special mention must go to Craig "Rosey" Rose who travelled down from Echuca and camped alone in the cold and forbidding camp site. He then managed to break both the clutch and brake perches on his IT250K in a spill on Sunday morning.

Drakie sets the pace at Mt Egerton on a Jawa.

 

More pics here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/94704762@N00/sets/72157634359076704/



Slippin' and slidin' at Mt Egerton

The Mt Egerton vinduro was held in slippery conditions in the Bungal State Forest (The Whipstick Scrub) on Sunday, June 3. Approximately 20 riders participated, and the 24 km loop was enjoyed by all. Some statistics from the day can be viewed below.

Total laps:

Special test results:

“That man” Hammond            Can-Am Qualifier 250           1.34
“Jimbo” Laidler                      Maico GS320                        1.45
Alex Yeomanson                      Yamaha TT600                    1.45
George Camilleri                     Honda XR125                       1.49
Darcy Tremayne                      Maico GS400                        1.53
Peter Davis                              Yamaha IT200                     1.53
Colin Brown                             Suzuki PE400                      1.54
Brendan Spiteri                        Yamaha IT200                     2.00
Glenn Day                                Yamaha IT490                     2.03
Terry Tremayne                        Maico GS400                       2.06
Des Heaney                               Yamaha IT175                    2.06
Greg Hewitt                              Yamaha IT200                     2.07
Bruce McIntosh                          Montesa 250                       2.07
Paul Kalika                                Hercules GS175                   2.26
Colin “Whiplash” Kinsman          Suzuki PE250                      2.29
Joe Clouse                                 Yamaha IT250       Not recorded *
Peter Drakeford                         Rokon                   Not recorded *

* “Joe Clouse was too fast to record. Kristen's phone melted down and was confused when I took an age to get the Rokon on two wheels after dumping it at full throttle, scary!” - Drakie

Please note: This was a non-competitive event, with no prizes or points awarded. Published results are for entertainment / information purposes only.

Mount Egerton ride looking good

Drakie was out yesterday (Tuesday) marking out the course for Sunday’s event. He was pretty excited about the mixture of riding conditions that he was able to include:

“There’s all sorts of stuff. Loam, clay, gravel, fire trails, gnarly pine tree roots, rocks and even a water crossing that’s about rim deep. Honestly, there’s so much variety here it’s amazing...”

The loop is about 25kms around, and should take 45 – 60 minutes to complete.

We’re also happy to say that there are shelters, toilets and even showers* at the start area we’ll be using.

There'll be plenty of forms available at the start area, so entry on the day is fine. The event will commence at 10am, after a rider's briefing at 9.30am.

 

Important Mount Egerton update!

It has just been revealed that we will not be able to use the Mount Egerton Reserve for the event on Sunday 3 June.

The event will still take place in the Whipstick Forest however this development means that the start area will be at the Ballan end of the Whipstick Forest. To get there, head south from Ballan towards Meredith on the Geelong – Ballan Road, and then turn right onto the Ballan – Egerton Road. About three kms along this road is a bridge. From the bridge, just follow the signs.

It also means that no-one will be able to camp at the Mount Egerton Reserve. Unfortunately there are no camping facilities at the revised start area. For those travelling some distance to attend, it might be a good idea to seek accommodation in nearby Ballan or Ballarat.

We apologise for any inconvenience this might cause to entrants.

On a positive note, Drakie is heading out to begin marking the course this week. He is confident that the event will be something that everyone will enjoy.

You will be able to enter on the day. Please try and bring the correct change.

After a few hiccups getting this event to happen, what else could possibly go wrong?!