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Title: braintree 5th nov
Post by: bmx-796 on October 23, 2006, 10:19 PM: lets see who is going
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: QuadPaul on October 23, 2006, 11:53 PM: I am, as long as the rain stops!!! As Braintree and rain don't mix
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on October 24, 2006, 12:45 AM: Come down anyway paul, Ill bring a gazebo thing, we can all have a rabbit an a cuppa, Theres now a trophy to be had
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: ZippyDixon on October 24, 2006, 02:37 PM: I'll be there,might even have a roll round with Ratty whilst Nicola is wiping the floor with him again!!! :D ;D
See you there fellas
Stu
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on October 24, 2006, 04:38 PM: Quote from: ZippyDixon on October 24, 2006, 02:37 PM
I'll be there,might even have a roll round with Ratty whilst Nicola is wiping the floor with him again!!! :D ;D
See you there fellas
Stu
Thanks for reminding me mate, why do ya think Im so keen to get a full gate, I mean gettin beat by a 35 year old yid is acceptable, but a 14 year old girl :-[ :-[ :-[
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: nishiki14 on October 24, 2006, 05:39 PM: IM IN!!! :angel:
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on October 29, 2006, 04:05 PM: So the list so far

BMX-796
Nishiki 14
Ratty
Zippy dixon
Quad paul
Son of 796 Dan boy
~~zed4130~~ baby sitting
VINOAH,S ARK (subject to transport)
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: zed4130 on October 29, 2006, 04:09 PM: id love to go ill check dates and get back to you all :daumenhoch:sometimes being 16stone comes in handy on a track' might not go to high but good for railroading :2funny:
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on October 29, 2006, 04:12 PM: Quote from: zed4130 on October 29, 2006, 04:09 PM
id love to go ill check dates and get back to you all :daumenhoch:sometimes being 16stone comes in handy on a track' might not go to high but good for railroading :2funny:
Be great if you can make it paul, but your 16stone aint gonna budge my 17 plus....ha ha :daumenhoch:
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: zed4130 on October 29, 2006, 04:28 PM: Quote from: ratty on October 29, 2006, 04:12 PM
Quote from: zed4130 on October 29, 2006, 04:09 PM
id love to go ill check dates and get back to you all :daumenhoch:sometimes being 16stone comes in handy on a track' might not go to high but good for railroading :2funny:
Be great if you can make it paul, but your 16stone aint gonna budge my 17 plus....ha ha :daumenhoch:

you could be onto something tony.Funny thing i was looking at the fluted post on my db today thinking will it take the weight on the cin ride hope it dont snap :2funny:
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on October 29, 2006, 05:06 PM: Quote from: zed4130 on October 29, 2006, 04:28 PM
Quote from: ratty on October 29, 2006, 04:12 PM
Quote from: zed4130 on October 29, 2006, 04:09 PM
id love to go ill check dates and get back to you all :daumenhoch:sometimes being 16stone comes in handy on a track' might not go to high but good for railroading :2funny:
Be great if you can make it paul, but your 16stone aint gonna budge my 17 plus....ha ha :daumenhoch:

you could be onto something tony.Funny thing i was looking at the fluted post on my db today thinking will it take the weight on the cin ride hope it dont snap :2funny:

Dont worry if it does mate, Im sure ive got a spare RSJ down the yard, that should hold up for a bit..... >:D
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: zed4130 on October 29, 2006, 05:08 PM: Quote from: ratty on October 29, 2006, 05:06 PM
Quote from: zed4130 on October 29, 2006, 04:28 PM
Quote from: ratty on October 29, 2006, 04:12 PM
Quote from: zed4130 on October 29, 2006, 04:09 PM
id love to go ill check dates and get back to you all :daumenhoch:sometimes being 16stone comes in handy on a track' might not go to high but good for railroading :2funny:
Be great if you can make it paul, but your 16stone aint gonna budge my 17 plus....ha ha :daumenhoch:

you could be onto something tony.Funny thing i was looking at the fluted post on my db today
:2funny:
thinking will it take the weight on the cin ride hope it dont snap :2funny:
thanks tony could be a good idea :2funny:

Dont worry if it does mate, Im sure ive got a spare RSJ down the yard, that should hold up for a bit..... >:D
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: zed4130 on October 29, 2006, 05:11 PM: sorry guys im gutted ive got the kids :'(
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on October 29, 2006, 05:15 PM: Quote from: zed4130 on October 29, 2006, 05:11 PM
sorry guys im gutted ive got the kids :'(
No worries mate, its a bloody long journey for you anyhow...
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: zed4130 on October 29, 2006, 05:23 PM: one day we could all meet at iford then do slades after that would be a good day out :daumenhoch:
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on October 29, 2006, 05:24 PM: Quote from: zed4130 on October 29, 2006, 05:23 PM
one day we cuold all meet at iford then do slades after that would be a good day out :daumenhoch:
Is Slades a lap dance joint??
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: zed4130 on October 29, 2006, 05:29 PM: NO tony its a sk8park but we could go the one in bournemouth lol :daumenhoch:
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on October 29, 2006, 05:30 PM: Quote from: zed4130 on October 29, 2006, 05:29 PM
NO tony its a sk8park but we could go the one in bournemouth lol :daumenhoch:
Just checkin >:D :angel: :coolsmiley:
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: DR VINOAH on October 29, 2006, 07:32 PM: yeah

but need a lift :angel:

but what bike to take

ripper or goose............. :angel:
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on October 29, 2006, 07:38 PM: Take a goose mate, you dont wanna be dropping the ripper...

You can jump in my van, no problem, jus gotta find a meet place
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: james1973 on October 29, 2006, 09:34 PM: Thinking of coming along to say hello if OK? and look at some bikes as im not far away, whats the low down? (Being a newbie un all!)
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on October 29, 2006, 11:53 PM: Quote from: james1973 on October 29, 2006, 09:34 PM
Thinking of coming along to say hello if OK? and look at some bikes as im not far away, whats the low down? (Being a newbie un all!)
James it would be great to see you, We normally meet at McDonalds in Braintree at 10am, have a cuppa and 29 bagels b4 going to the track....
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: james1973 on October 30, 2006, 09:00 AM: Thats a deal! I dont have a bike as yet to use, just like too come along and check it out. Would like to get on the track in the new year for a go (recovering after a car accident so got to take things easy for a while!) Look forward to seeing you all!
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on October 30, 2006, 09:02 AM: James, Im sure you can have a spin on one of our bikes, bring a skid lid if you have one. I know you will have a crack....
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: james1973 on October 30, 2006, 09:37 AM: Thanks....will have a slow ride around then! I burst an artery in my nose, so taking things very easy!!
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on October 30, 2006, 10:10 AM: Theres no pressure, just have a poodle round, 796 and nishiki only poodle anyway >:D
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: nishiki14 on October 30, 2006, 11:25 AM: Oi Steady!!! :2gunsfiring_v1:I resemble that remark :LolLolLolLol:
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on October 30, 2006, 11:29 AM: Sam, its not hard to see you aint got it no more, Forget about sidehack racing, you need to enter zimmer frame racing
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: james1973 on October 30, 2006, 09:56 PM: Bollox, when is your next gathering? My dad wants me to go to a tractor show with him in Peterborough on Sunday. If I come to one when I have a bike of my own, then I can actually do something rather than stand about looking like a lemon!! - should have my helmet all sorted by then too, bought a Bell 1981 full face helmet same as Mr Ruffel wore, just hope it goes over my big head!

Sorry again for the no show :'( please keep me in mind for the next one !
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: nishiki14 on October 30, 2006, 10:51 PM: TRACTORS!!! :wtf:
Only kidding, your welcome to join us any time fella, 1st Sunday of the month through the winter.
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: ZippyDixon on October 30, 2006, 10:57 PM: Hopefully be there to join you guys,my lad has just told me he wants to play football on sunday,I'll have to twist his arm :knuppel2: :daumenhoch:

Stu
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: james1973 on October 30, 2006, 11:06 PM: Thanks guys, we collect old tractors, steam trains and miliatry vehicles-and now bmx bikes!! :LolLolLolLol:

This is my other hobby: http://www.2ndarmoredineurope.com/homepage.html
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on October 31, 2006, 02:06 AM: Shame ya cant make it, try for the next one if you can....
Heres a pic of what my dad drives, not military but I like it

(http://www.radbmx.co.uk/archive/albums/i236/citypets/HatfieldJune06-1.jpg)
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: james1973 on October 31, 2006, 08:16 AM: A mechanical horse! Thats really nice. Did he know David Wood from Chappel? He used to collect them, but sadly died this year.
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on October 31, 2006, 10:47 AM: Quote from: james1973 on October 31, 2006, 08:16 AM
A mechanical horse! Thats really nice. Did he know David Wood from Chappel? He used to collect them, but sadly died this year.
Yes he did mate, Dave was well known in the MH world, my dad was treasurer of the MH club until recently when ill health stopped him doing as much as he was....

Theres a couple of vintage collectors on here, I think dordymush has a nice Morris if my memory is any good....
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: zed4130 on October 31, 2006, 02:23 PM: I had a 1978 kawasaki z1r i loved it but sadly sold it 10 years ago i would love a chopper now pref old harley knuckle head engine sweet :daumenhoch:
(http://www.radbmx.co.uk/archive/albums/m279/zed2000/bikepics-198201-800.jpg)
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: nishiki14 on October 31, 2006, 02:34 PM: IVE GOT A RALEIGH CHOPPER FOR SALE!!! :LolLolLolLol:
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: zed4130 on October 31, 2006, 02:36 PM: nishiki its not the same lol :crazy2:
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: bmx-796 on November 01, 2006, 11:09 PM: bump
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: hooga1975 on November 04, 2006, 02:23 PM: I might pop down tomorrow to help you make up the gate(if I dont get too mashed tonight). I will be on my burner!!!!!!!!! You better hope that I come last as you many never live down the humiliation of being beaten by a burner :LolLolLolLol:

How many people have you got confirmed?

Lee
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on November 04, 2006, 02:38 PM: Be good to see ya, Ive got some back pain, so im only gonna poodle, nishiki an 796 only poodlle so if your smashed, still come down :daumenhoch:
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: hooga1975 on November 04, 2006, 02:46 PM: What time is it all kicking off tomorrow?
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on November 04, 2006, 02:56 PM: we meet at mcdonalds in braintree at 9.30/10 then poodle over to the track
;)
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: ZippyDixon on November 04, 2006, 05:02 PM: See you at the track fella's :daumenhoch:
Should be a scream if nothing else!!!!! :LolLolLolLol:
Stu
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: Flaz on November 04, 2006, 05:43 PM: I think me and jim are gonna have a looky looky any one got a spare bike to ride i'll even have a race :LolLolLolLol: badly
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on November 04, 2006, 06:19 PM: Quote from: Flaz on November 04, 2006, 05:43 PM
I think me and jim are gonna have a looky looky any one got a spare bike to ride i'll even have a race :LolLolLolLol: badly

Ill bring me spare, the team murray with lead wheels, just in case your quick....
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: Flaz on November 04, 2006, 06:37 PM: Quote from: ratty on November 04, 2006, 06:19 PM
Quote from: Flaz on November 04, 2006, 05:43 PM
I think me and jim are gonna have a looky looky any one got a spare bike to ride i'll even have a race :LolLolLolLol: badly

Ill bring me spare, the team murray with lead wheels, just in case your quick....

Quick :LolLolLolLol: i wish,
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on November 04, 2006, 06:44 PM: Ill dig you one out mate :LolLolLolLol: :LolLolLolLol: :daumenhoch:
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: Flaz on November 04, 2006, 06:57 PM: so what time we talking here then?
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on November 04, 2006, 07:06 PM: 9.30am to 10am Mcdonalds in Braintree, have to meet nishiki 14. or I dont stand a chance of finding the track :'(

Flaz how tall are you?
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: Flaz on November 04, 2006, 07:30 PM: Quote from: ratty on November 04, 2006, 07:06 PM
9.30am to 10am Mcdonalds in Braintree, have to meet nishiki 14. or I dont stand a chance of finding the track :'(

Flaz how tall are you?

8 ft 9" is that a problem ?
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on November 04, 2006, 07:35 PM: silly fuccer, for that you get the pit bike :2funny:
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: QuadPaul on November 04, 2006, 10:22 PM: was looking dodgy whether I could make it, but worked my ass of today decorating so am good to go.

I'll be getting to Maccy D's about 10 as well.

I'll also have a spare bike with me if anyone wants to borrow 1. but it's new school.
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: Flaz on November 04, 2006, 11:04 PM: im dragging me little girl along kicking and screaming :LolLolLolLol: she hates bikes :LolLolLolLol: ive had to bribe her :LolLolLolLol: maccy d's for breakfast
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: jimwise68 on November 04, 2006, 11:21 PM: Flaz, call me about tomorrow.
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: Humps00 on November 05, 2006, 05:18 PM: Well done the riders from RAD you looked good today. And here's a few pics to prove it:
(http://www.radbmx.co.uk/archive/albums/v731/Humps00/DSC08627.jpg)
(http://www.radbmx.co.uk/archive/albums/v731/Humps00/DSC08608.jpg)
(http://www.radbmx.co.uk/archive/albums/v731/Humps00/DSC08625.jpg)
(http://www.radbmx.co.uk/archive/albums/v731/Humps00/DSC08617.jpg)
(http://www.radbmx.co.uk/archive/albums/v731/Humps00/DSC08618.jpg)
(http://www.radbmx.co.uk/archive/albums/v731/Humps00/DSC08610.jpg)
(http://www.radbmx.co.uk/archive/albums/v731/Humps00/DSC08609.jpg)

Whatever next?? Hersden V Braintree ?? Humps
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: zed4130 on November 05, 2006, 05:21 PM: nice pics looked like a cool day come to iford dorset ill beat you all :2funny: :uglystupid2:
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: DR VINOAH on November 05, 2006, 05:26 PM: ace pix

rad bmx represent represent :4_17_5:

braintree vs hersden showdown :daumenhoch:
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: jimwise68 on November 05, 2006, 05:50 PM: Steve,what happened to you mate. thought you were going?

You missed a good time.
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: DR VINOAH on November 05, 2006, 06:34 PM: apologies to all the lads who made the effort

was gonna go to rom instead to meet jimquim

but last night went a bit wonky

wont go into details

but up and punch are in the same sentance

dont worry im fine not a ding or reweld in sight ;D
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: QuadPaul on November 05, 2006, 07:06 PM: quality pics alan, thanks.

Fantastic day, really enjoyed it, had a right laugh. And how good was it to have a full gate of 8 os rides, like taking a step back in time
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: Bren Gunn on November 05, 2006, 08:29 PM: Class pics kids... that looks great :daumenhoch:
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: nishiki14 on November 05, 2006, 10:04 PM: Thanks for coming to all the lads today, it was fantastic to see you all, some for the first time too, great pics, Lee i've got your certificate mate :4_17_5:well 3rd anyway :LolLolLolLol:
RIGHT THEN WHO'S UP FOR THE 3RD DECEMBER?????................Could be a muddy one :10_2_12:
Ratty did you make it back with the troops OK?
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: Flaz on November 05, 2006, 10:49 PM: had a great laugh today

fooked now tho :LolLolLolLol:

shame it clashes with epic :( next time round

give me time to sought out a ride :LolLolLolLol: what i wont have to swear at all the way round

cheers :daumenhoch:
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on November 06, 2006, 01:05 AM: Well what a day we had, blinding laugh, Cheers for all that made the effort, it made for some great racing....

Yes I got beaten by a burner :-[ but only just,
Funniest was Flaz on 796s torker with 39/17 gearing, bless him, his legs were going 10 to the dozen an he wernt going anywhere.... :LolLolLolLol:

Met some new faces off rad today, nice one guys

Humps it was great meeting you, at 55 years old, you are bloody rapid, thanks for taking the pics, we will deffo make daggers when you can sort a sunday meet out......

Placings from memory, please add the missing bits guys

1, quad paul
2 nishiki 14
3 Hooga75
4 jimwise68
5
6 Ratty
7 Flaz
8 BMX 796

Video of race 1
(http://www.radbmx.co.uk/archive/albums/i236/citypets/th_PB050003.jpg) (http://s73.photobucket.com/albums/i236/citypets/?action=view&current=PB050003.flv)
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: hooga1975 on November 06, 2006, 06:58 PM: It was a quality day. I really enjoyed the racing, I cant believe I came third (and on my burner :LolLolLolLol:)

Watching Flaz the human dynamo pedaling his arse of and hardly moving was hilarious!

Bring on the next meet in December
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on November 07, 2006, 01:21 AM: A well deserved 3rd I might add, just think how well you would do on a real bike :LolLolLolLol: :daumenhoch:
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: jimwise68 on November 07, 2006, 04:04 PM: I'm more than happy with my 4th.

I got one 3rd in the first race and I was buzzing.

Gonna get myself some OS race gear, my Sergio got fecking dirty! :LolLolLolLol:

Just got to get some practice in to see if I can improve my placing.
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: hooga1975 on November 07, 2006, 06:09 PM: I am going to have to get myself a proper old school race bike if this is going to become a regular event. I am watching a couple on the bay, but might have to wait to after christmas.
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on November 07, 2006, 06:19 PM: well judging how ya did sunday, im retiring now...... :'(

What race bike do ya fancy?
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: Flaz on November 07, 2006, 06:41 PM: Quote from: ratty on November 07, 2006, 06:19 PM
well judging how ya did sunday, im retiring now...... :'(

What race bike do ya fancy?

no prizes for quessing why im gonna get a new bike :LolLolLolLol: if ever there was a reason to buy a new bike sunday was it :LolLolLolLol:

all week my legs have kept twitching and i keep hearing a screaching noise aswell ;D
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: hooga1975 on November 07, 2006, 07:24 PM: What race bike do ya fancy?

[/quote]

I am not sure yet. Possibly a GT, Goose or Redline. I never had a decent BMX when I was a kid so I might have to try a few out.
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on November 08, 2006, 09:56 AM: Quote from: Flaz on November 07, 2006, 06:41 PM
Quote from: ratty on November 07, 2006, 06:19 PM
well judging how ya did sunday, im retiring now...... :'(

What race bike do ya fancy?

no prizes for quessing why im gonna get a new bike :LolLolLolLol: if ever there was a reason to buy a new bike sunday was it :LolLolLolLol:

all week my legs have kept twitching and i keep hearing a screaching noise aswell ;D

The screeching noise was our brakes, as we came past and lapped ya......
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on November 08, 2006, 09:57 AM: Quote from: hooga75 on November 07, 2006, 07:24 PM

What race bike do ya fancy?

I am not sure yet. Possibly a GT, Goose or Redline. I never had a decent BMX when I was a kid so I might have to try a few out.
[/quote]
Well I will let you have a spin of my proline, im sure 796 will let you touch his \GT, and if i finish my cali, ill bring that for ya :daumenhoch:
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: nishiki14 on November 10, 2006, 09:12 AM: You can take the Robinson Pro out for a spin, proper bike, dont be lurred by the pretty Redline!!! :LolLolLolLol:
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: QuadPaul on November 10, 2006, 11:24 AM: Hooga, your welcome to take my GT for a blast next time as well mate.
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: nishiki14 on November 10, 2006, 11:50 PM: Hey that sounds like a great idea, he might stop fookin beating me then :LolLolLolLol:
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on November 10, 2006, 11:59 PM: Quote from: nishiki14 on November 10, 2006, 11:50 PM
Hey that sounds like a great idea, he might stop fookin beating me then :LolLolLolLol:
San, hes gonna beat ya with one wheel tied behind his back...... :2funny:
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: nishiki14 on November 11, 2006, 12:03 AM: Oi!!! I resemble that remark :idiot2:
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on November 11, 2006, 12:12 AM: And wait till i give up smokin, an loose a few dozen stone, then im gunning for ya!!!! :2gunsfiring_v1: :LolLolLolLol:

Oh Sam I have a box of trophies all bmx ones, you think Braintree would be able to use them???
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: Humps00 on November 11, 2006, 09:45 AM: Quote from: ratty on November 11, 2006, 12:12 AM
I have a box of trophies all bmx ones, you think Braintree would be able to use them???

I'm sure they would love to 'recycle' them but if they're not keen then BADBMX will be delighted to take them off your hands. Rebadged with the Club's logo on a new centrebutton and a newly engraved plaque and they look good as new - and the kids just love them. Humps
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on November 11, 2006, 09:55 AM: Tell ya what humps, I will half it up, Can you collect them in december? If you can I will bring them with me....
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: Humps00 on November 11, 2006, 09:29 PM: Thanks Ratty I reckon on being there and will gladly collect. If I can't make it I'm sure QuadPaul will oblige. Humps
Title: Re: braintree 5th nov
Post by: RATTY on November 13, 2006, 09:48 AM: Your more than welcome