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INVICTA NEWS
August 2014
OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF INVICTA CHAPTER UK
Invicta Chapter UK, Harley Owners Group #9141 founded 1991
Itjackdawgreat guide
The Editor’s Column
IMPORTANT – In this
month’s issue there is
the annual Nomination
Form for electing or re-
electing your committee.
Obviously this is
important as the
committee make the
decisions that take the
Club forward, so please
give the nominations
serious thought.
Who is the mystery man on
the cover? Seen at The
Jackdaw’s East Kent Meet
military night last month!
By now you will have
probably seen on the
Hotmail that I shall be
standing down at the next
AGM. Come October I have
been your Editor for a tad
over 4 years and have
thoroughly enjoyed it.
Unfortunately I am no
longer going to be able to
devote the necessary time
to the job as my mum, who
is 92 in September, is
losing her sight and will
require a lot more of my
time.
I wish the new Editor all the
best and, of course, will be
only too pleased to help
him into the job.
I remember Paul Newton
was invaluable in assisting
me into the Editors chair!
This is being written before
the Dealership Summer
Bash on 26/27th July – I
hope all who attended had
a great time and no doubt
photos will be in next
month’s edition. Any tilting
stories gratefully received!
August will see our only
BBQ of the summer at
The Jackdaw – weather
permitting please come
on your bikes and try
and support this, Colin is
working hard to make it
as successful as last
year’s event.
And last but not least……
Please send in your articles,
photos and blackmail for
inclusion in the Newsletter,
to the usual address:
I now have my twin pipes
fitted and they are now
adorned with their gorgeous
fishtails, but… I’m still
having trouble getting loud
pipes - don’t know why? I’m
still baffled!
Chris Thomson
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2013–2014 Invicta Chapter UK Committee
Director Past Director Treasurer
Ian Martin John Felgate Gill Whibley
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
01622 890598 01622 884429 01622 730626
Assistant Director ‘A’ Assistant Director ‘B’ Assistant Director ‘C’
Karen Melhuish Colin Proudlock Graham Chambers
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
01634 305037 / 07758 400055 01304 613117 01732 522809
Events Officer Ladies of Harley Secretary/Membership
Andy Hill Amanda Harding Darren & Diana Boyce
01304 202072
07590 463616
01795 429032
Editor Head Road Captain Webmaster
Awaiting New Appointment – if you think you can do it,
please contact a committee member.
Chris Thomson Lawrence ‘Rocky’ Whibley [email protected]
01304 812731
01622 730626
Hotmail and Events Team – Non Committee Members
Nicky Whitehead Simon Williams Val Pilcher
Contact with the committee must be by email or telephone NOT Facebook or Twitter
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Reports
Director’s Dialogue
August 2014
Another month already and I can’t believe that in 2 months’ time it will be the AGM again, date and time yet to be confirmed.
We have 3 committee members standing down ie Gill (treasurer), Lawrence (HRC) and Chris (Editor) so definitely 3 new faces needed but as we are nearly democratic all
committee posts are available, except mine as Director appointed by MsHD.
So get your nominations in asap but please ensure the person nominated is wanting to do
the post in question.
At the July Club night we tried a different venue, The Red Lion, Charing Heath and had a great turnout, weather being good helped. There were a few problems with slow service for
food because it’s all fresh. They did not realise the numbers that could attend and eat although they were advised. Me and Jane have been back to sort this and hopefully it will
improve next time. This was chosen because Charing is the centre of Kent, the pub is a mile down a reasonably safe road from a major trunk road, good parking for bikes and they were really keen to have us which helps.
I am still not sure if this is the right place, so if any of you out there has a better idea please contact me and we will have a visit. It has to be a central location in Kent which is
why Charing was chosen in the first place.
When the new clubhouse is finally built we may well be back there. All options are open.
Last month we went to Magic Bike week in Rudesheim, great ride there with Jim, Corey, John Brooker, me and Jane on my bike (now with a better pillion seat and top box , Jane didn’t complain too much). The Felgates arrived first (they did leave a day before us) then
all those from Croatia and us at the same time. Nice event, lots of fun and were looked after by our friends from Castra Bonnensis. It was good watching the parade with beer and
Bratwurst which started right outside our hotel. A good ride back too.
By the time you read this we will have been to Belgium on the Bulge extravaganza, so looking forward to that and then its RTTW in October.
Myself and Dom Harding have also been busy with involvement planning SoFER 2015. All will be revealed soon!
That’s all from me so enjoy your rides and keep taking pics to show all where you have been.
Be safe out there
Ian
AGM NOTICE
INVICTA CHAPTER UK
AGM ~ 6 OCTOBER 2014 (date subject to confirmation)
The time has come again to start thinking about next year and that starts with
the AGM. Everyone on the committee with the exception of the Director is
required to step down or seek re-election. All positions with the exception of
Director, Immediate Past Director and Treasurer are open to any full or
associate member. The appointment of the Director shall be at the sole
discretion of the sponsoring dealer.
If you wish to stand for any committee position then you must seek nomination
from at least one current member other than yourself and they must notify the
Secretary beforehand using this form returned to him by 5th September 2014
to allow the nominated candidates to be published prior to the AGM. No one
should be put forward as a candidate without his or her prior knowledge and
full agreement.
If you are going to attend the AGM please try and get there early as business
will get under way at 8.00pm sharp. You will also need your
2014 Membership Card as proof of both membership and identity and to simply
get into the meeting.
Those members eligible to vote are Full HOG members and Associate
HOG members and each membership carries one vote.
If you have any queries please ask a member of the Committee.
Voting slips will be available on the night should there be any positions to
contest. Should you not be able to attend the AGM you can nominate a Proxy
to vote instead. This can be anyone but they must have a signed letter of
authority from you to produce on the night to enable them to receive a voting
slip on your behalf.
By Order
INVICTA CHAPTER UK
Darren Boyce
Secretary
Committee Nominations
INVICTA CHAPTER UK
2014-2015 COMMITTEE NOMINATION FORM
I wish to nominate the following people for the 2014-15 Invicta Chapter UK
Committee in the positions as listed below:
DIRECTOR
IAN MARTIN (Not Contestable)
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR A
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR B
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR C
TREASURER
SECRETARY
EVENTS OFFICER
LADIES OF HARLEY
WEBMASTER / WEBMISTRESS
EDITOR
HEAD ROAD CAPTAIN
IMMEDIATE PAST DIRECTOR
JOHN FELGATE (Not contestable)
I ______________________________________________declare that I am a current and
fully paid up member of INVICTA CHAPTER UK.
My Membership No. is ______________________________________
Signed____________________________________________________
Please complete and return this form to Secretary INVICTA CHAPTER UK 9 Rose Walk Sittingbourne Kent ME10 4EW
Minutes of AGM – 2nd
October 2013
Present
Colin Barden Graham Batchelor John & Cheryl Blandford Graham & Shirley Bliss Susan & Brian Boorman Kevin &
Tracy Bourke Darren & Diana Boyce Gary Briggs John Brooker Graham & Carol Chambers Zoe Clark Ingrid Clayton
Peter Cooke Alan Efford John & Mary Felgate Steve & Karen Fitzpatrick Keith Frenchum Stephen Friend Mick Gell
William & Janetta Godfrey Dave & Gill Groombridge Brian Hanmore Dave & Jane Hanna Dominic & Mandy Harding
Andy Hawley Andy & Lynn Hill Paul Hillier Paul & Sue Hobbs Donna Hooper Maggs Ivatts Ian Jenkins Chris &
Pam Leavey Tony Mangili Ian & Jane Martin Rod & Cas McCaffrey James Miller Corey Mills Scott Montgomery
Kenny & Lorna Morrison Paul Newton Paul, Norman & Trudi Ouzman Nick Ovenden Naomi & Mark Owen Gary &
Val Pilcher Colin Proudlock Martin & Janet Rayfield John & Linda Robinson Dave Souter Marcus Sutton Raymond &
Peter Thomas Chris Thomson Bob Turner John & Sharon Ward Justin Webster Gill & Lawrence Whibley David &
Nicky Whitehead Jim Whitson Simon Williams Alan & Caroline Wright
1 Apologies
A Nason, D Larner, K Melhuish, A Pearce
2 Minutes of 2012 agreed
3 Club subs not going up this year. Opt in to get hard copy
4 Lost G Thompson. Welcome to MSHD
Birthday Bash next month
Award Peter Golding. Thanks to Simon Williams. Thanked lots of people for help and assistance
throughout the year. Thanked HRC and road captains. More Sunday ride outs.
Four new road captains presented with certificates. Thanked Scott Montgomary. Thanks to Ian
Martin and Andy Hill. Thanked Graham and Carol for Beatle trip.
Sofer 10 Best ever. Won chapter challenge.
5 MSHD - HP thanks club, good to get new members. 2nd November Birthday.
6 Treasurer report
Balance good and healthy.
7 Charity report
Serv. Blood runners
John Graham Centre £767.04
8 Chapter Awards
Chris Thomson John Blandford Dave Hanna
Pins to: Des Larner, G Chambers, S Williams, Bob Turner.
Chapter member of the year: Colin Proudlock.
9 Election of officers:
Graham Bliss, John Blandford stepping down. John Fe lgate made presentations to both.
Asst. Directors: West Kent – G Chambers. North Kent – K Melhuish. East Kent – C Proudlock
L of H: Amanda Harding Events: Andy Hill Secretary: Darren / Diana Boyce (Secretary and
membership) Treasurer: Gill Whibley Director: Ian Martin
Tilt gave a speech of thanks to JF and presented him with a plaque and HD commemorative board.
The meeting gave John a standing ovation.
Ian Martin gave short introduction speech and presented Nicky and Val with flowers for helping in
Events Sub-committee.
IM drew raffle for left over cash. GW, MF, DH, MH, VP, CM, GP, JR
10 A.O.B
Andy Hill (Events) reminded members of Brightona, line dancing, bowling night. He is planning
information on Croatia 8 th June – 16th June (next year.
Mags Ivatts proposed that JF/MF have a ‘slap up’ weekend at Invicta’s expense. (£500.00)
Reports
The Tilting Files.
Assistant Director ‘C’ – Graham Chambers
More ramblings:
Had a really busy July this year, talk about getting carried away with things. It started
out with the “One Day Ride” from Lowestoft to Lands End with Ned, Paul and
Trudy; for the first time in three years we had brilliant weather all the way, we made
it without any mishaps, and for the first time in three years we were not last, in fact
we had a few strokes of luck, as the hold ups seemed to happen after we had passed
through, probably caused them!! But not so lucky was Bridgwater Chapter, who had
to deviate their route several times as the M5 was closed with a couple of bad
accidents and they had to go through Bath which everybody else was doing… they
arrived at Lands End about eight o’clock just as we were tucking into our dessert but
they did make the sunset?
We stayed on for the Sunday, and did the walk to Lands End for the proverbial triple
cone ice cream, and back for a cream tea in the harbour; the day was hot and sunny
and we were hoping and praying that it would last a couple more days until we got
back to dear old Kent. So that’s it now, DONE and DUSTED after the third time of
doing it? Unless they change the destination, like going to the furthest point west in
Wales???? (Carol is now looking worried?)
It was Paul’s 50th birthday whilst we were away, so on the way back we stopped off
at Trudy’s Dad place, and went out to celebrate at a pub of his choice, where we had
a lovely meal for the BIG 50, I had to stop with Paul because last year, when he left
me to make my own way back, I lost the keys to the bike lock, and had to call the
RAC out if you remember!!!! So he reckons that I am not to be left alone anymore?
(We all think that, Tilt! – Ed.) He was a bit worried about the hotel, because he
had left it to me to book but he needn’t have worried as it was all OK. I know I’m
getting old because on the way home, my bum could only take 50 miles at a time!
Still even Paul suffered, still when you reach 50 that is what you have to put up with
Paul.
We were only home a couple of days before we set off again to ride another 360
miles to Normandy to spend a few days with Jane and Charlie at their French cottage.
Once again the bum played up! It hadn’t quite recovered from the One Day ride?
Carol did do her best to get me to go in the car, but I held out?? As usual as we
passed through Picardie it had to rain on us? I think it is part of the French law that it
has to rain on you in Picardie?? Normally we can do the trip in a couple of hits? I
have to confess that we stopped five times on the way down… the last one was only
ten miles from Jane’s but the Butt would not take any more punishment, plus it was
very hot and we were gasping for a cuppa. (Contd.)
Reports
On the way back we had arranged to stop off at the Frenchie’s place (The other Sue
and Paul!) for a night, and as it so happened the “Tour de France “ was passing
through their area, so Paul worked out where the best place would be to watch them
go through. The four of us set off on the bikes and came across crossroads which was
full of French, so we rode to the front and set about to wait for the Peloton to ride
through; we waited a good hour but there is always the sponsor cars and team cars
coming through throwing freebees to you, and when you see the helicopters coming
you know they are imminent; they went through in about 30 seconds but a great sight
to see in France. Paul then found us a nice French restaurant where we had a nice
lunch before setting off back to Calais to catch the train, and Paul and Sue had to
dash back as they had four guests arriving who had also came over to see the Tour de
France. Sue and Paul run a brilliant Biker’s retreat, with B&B, Gites and the Hayloft
for indoor camping, if you want a brilliant weekend just give them a ring (advert in
the magazine) as there is loads to see within the area. Ask John and Fairy as they go
back each year!
Then it was off again on Dominic’s ride to Beaulieu… with Dom leading the way, I
find that it is more a sense of adventure than a ride out? You never know what you
are going to run into on the way! I looked at the weather forecast and all the wet
weather was going through early in the morning or so they said! So up I got and set
off for the dealership from Kings Hill, a matter of a ten minute ride - not raining
when I left, but the heavens opened up and I arrived at the Dealership absolutely
soaked, but never mind I was on my way. So when I got to the shop I struggled into
my wets, and was ready to set off, only to have the sun come out - so now I am
sweating like a good’un. First comfort break take off all the wet gear. We hit the New
Forest, lovely scenery, yes, sure enough trotting along the road was our first HORSE
and rider of the day! Only to be topped by a COW in the middle of the road - they
don’t call him the horse whisperer for nothing, not sure if you need a cow whisperer
though? It was a brilliant day and the bike show was excellent; the old bum was a bit
sore but happy (that’s me, not my bum!)
I decided to book a week away in Rome for Carol and myself for our 50th wedding
anniversary, (I thought only old people had Golden Wedding Anniversaries!) Carol
left it to me to make the arrangements? So there I am on the computer on the Easy Jet
site, (no expense spared here lads!) Now do you book the hotel first then get a flight,
or get the flight first then worry about the hotel…I did hotel first, then the flight? So
with tongue hanging out the side of mouth…. I book the flight to Rome, I thought on
EASY JET? (WRONG) somewhere along the way, the computer had changed pages,
and I had somehow booked on a BA flight out of Gatwick, (that was no sweat)
but….wait for it….Norwegian freight home!!! Carol was not impressed? But the
hotel looks good. Just getting the bike cleaned and ready for The Big Bulge Tour
which looks brilliant.
Ride Safe – Tilt.
Reports
The Incredible Shrinking Man
Assistant Director C – Colin Proudlock
Hi all.
Can I ask all that wish to come to the BBQ on 27th Aug to get their tickets from Chris (Mr Ed.) or myself? The cost is £10 each and provides plenty to eat.
I was very disappointed in the turn out for June’s Jackdaw meet, only a handful of members attended. The same old regular faces, the weather was great for a ride out
that night so where were you all? – but, having got that moan off my chest, a brilliant turn out in July! Great night.
Anyway, Chris and I had a ride to Yorkshire last weekend (4-7 July), we did 909 miles, not bad for a long weekend. We called in at 6 dealerships and had a great ride
out on Saturday with the Director of the Aire Valley Chapter and a couple of their Road Captains.
I hope that the weather stays good. Ride Safe.
Colin.
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Reports
Assistant Director ‘A’ – Karen Melhuish
Hi all good Invicta friends,
Here’s a venue up date for my area - thank you so much for such fantastic
attendance. This Wednesday we had our second meet at the new venue the
Lower Bell. Unfortunately we still had some teething problems with food orders
but the feedback I am getting on the venue is good, especially on the location.
I promised to have a word to sort things out. Let me try and explain…
On the day we went to see if this venue would suit our needs (I had seen
many that didn’t) we all said we thought about 20 to 30 people max would
probably eat there, most having eaten before they come along to the meeting
(or so I thought!)
On the first meeting over 30 ordered food on the second over 60 ordered food.
Spencer informed me 2 or 3 mixed grills and a couple of steaks ‘freshly
cooked’ all takes a lot of space up on the grill and time to prepare this when its
freshly cooked means an inevitable wait for food. Normally they would be
preparing a table at a time with a family or such like but with such a range of
menu and so many people all waiting together extends it even more. I have
had a word and Spencer has kindly offered to do us a hot buffet next time, he
can offer this at a fixed price (I think his meals are very reasonably priced and
I will find out, I think he said about a fiver a head) all prepared ready for when
we all arrive this will have a range of hot foods to pop on your plate, he is also
happy to fire up a BBQ on other occasions. I think this sounds fair. Spencer
the land lord was pleasantly surprised to see how many come along and so
was I he has also offered themes such as chilli Mexican evenings or curry
nights, ribs and chicken nights, or various other things on the menu which will
cut down the waiting time to feed our hungry bellies. So friends I hope this will
be some compromise for what has been a little bit of a transition into our new
venue, I promise it will get much better. I too have ideas for later, when we
get very much more settled there, if of course I am still an assistant director
because its nominations time again soon.
On Sunday 24th August at the Lower bell Spencer informs me there is a band
and bungee jumping. All bikes are welcome it will be a bank holiday special,
and I think he said there will be a BBQ, but if you visit the venue on any Friday
and Saturdays there is a live band both nights and a jamming session on
Monday evenings, Spencer will be happy to see you come along any time so he
can get to know us all a bit better and gather more for any of your ideas.
Reports
I have been very busy with work recently not been out as much as I used to,
perhaps a sign of my age but I enjoyed the new venue The Red Lion which Ian
had arranged as a change of venue for us all but similarly we kept the chef
very busy there, I know Ian will be doing the same as me to sort this out.
A change is as good as a rest we have seen a few more people who we had not
seen for many weeks previously in these new meeting places, so this must be
seen as positive, we have missed you all.. you know.
Lots of other things are happening each week, rides organised by our lovely
road captains. Keep an eye out on these; I plan on going out on some now I
have my lovely bike back.
Right now I am giving some time to look about to see and share with Val and
Nicky a possible venue for a Christmas party in my area…… and I can’t believe
I typed that word already.
I am looking forward to Colin’s area BBQ and I have got my tickets ready to
go, I am taking my old mum and dad with me, Marty bought them a ticket to
come along because that’s a special night for my family and I did not want to
miss Colin’s meeting, because the BBQ was great last year.
Well that all from me right now, thank you once again for all your support, it’s
a wonderful club and it’s full of lovely people.
See you all soon.
Love and kisses, stay safe.
Karen xx
Just a Second Reminder to contact Colin to book your 27 August BBQ
tickets on 07816 906052 or [email protected]
Head Road Captain
Hi Everyone,
With the riding season in full swing I hope you have enjoyed the ride outs which the Road Captains and Marshalls have arranged for you. I think you will
agree that they have all done an excellent job this season and would like to thank them very much for their efforts.
You will, I am sure, have learned a great deal about group riding and the drop off system. It is important to keep up with the group and ride as a group, as it
is always an impressive sight to see everybody riding together in formation,
rather than spreading out over miles. If you have any problems during the ride, or feel uncomfortable keeping up with the speed limits, then please pull
over and the Sweeper with stop to check if you are OK or wish to leave the ride.
The Road Captains know the importance of keeping to speed limits so that the ride is enjoyable for everybody, and the result is, that it stays together and
arrives together. If you have any ideas for future ride outs or know of an event coming up please let Andy Hill know so that we can organise a ride out. It is
not easy to find new ideas for ride outs although some of the Road Captains have already ventured as far as Hampshire this season, so well done them!
That’s what I call a proper ride out!
Lawrence Whibley (Head Road Captain)
Events
What a month June was, the trip to the euro rally in Croatia was nothing but excellent with wall to wall sun shine which was a bit too much at times, in the mid to upper thirties. Very little problems just 2 punchers and that was it. I am still annoyed that I had not allowed enough time for the visit to the Plitvice Lakes, but we know a very nice cheap hotel not far away for a return you never know. We stayed 2 nights in Saltsburg on the way home so as to visit Berchtesgaden (the Eagles Nest), now Lynn and I had done this before so opted to go down the salt mines, yep that is why Saltsburg is so called. What fun that was with a boat trip and the
huge
slides they have inside. If you are down this way they are a must. I won’t go on about this trip because I am sure those that went may have bored you already.
Soon it’s back in the swing of things here and Wednesday is a Military Night at the
Jackdaw so I gave the uniform an airing,(See Front Cover! – Ed.) normally only
coming out for the Queen, but I do need a bit of practice on the bugle.
This last month has seen some iffy weather for Sunday rideouts but in the end they have been great days out full of sunshine, if we are going to call off a ride listen to the hot line where there should be updated news. Sorry nothing was arranged for last Sunday as most were off cavorting somewhere but next week on the 10th we are off to Bletchley Park which will be an early start I would presume. Then on the 17th it’s down to Folkestone for the harbour festival for boat racing, ride in bike show, stunt show, fun fair, bands etc. The 24th we are off up the Ace café. The 31st is vacant so if you know of something going on let us know.
Events
Monday (30 June) off to Brands for the Kent Fire Service Safety
Day, (you were asked). On arrival I turned out to be the only one from
the club, the only Harley there amongst all
the sports bikes, the same happening
to
Peter Cooke the following
Wednesday (we could not get on the same day)
I know it was a Wednesday as Peter turned up at the Hop farm that evening straight from Brands in his Ninja suit complete with the hump. It was compulsory to have a full set of leathers & approved full face
helmet. The day had the same effect on him as he was still much enthusing about it that evening, most thoroughly enjoying the day. So back to the plot here I am
amongst the leather Ninja suit, clad riders. Eventually after lunch it was my first track session, so as we line up I turn on the stereo, (some thought it was the tracks PA system), I though Land Of Hope and Glory would be appropriate for
the occasion. Then they let us loose on the track, boy why have I never done this on a bike before, where you really can ride free, no fear of cars coming the wrong way or
that odd patch of oil. The chequered flag is raised all too soon and it’s back to the pits. This is where things change as the group I am with, and some onlookers are full of admiration and comments, one of the young riders coming
up to me throwing up a high five saying RESPECT. I was then told they were going to black flag me as I had my visor up all the time!
Then it was the EKAM observed ride I had a perfect ride and no mistakes, and Peter was the same don’t know what happened here, we ride Harley Davidson’s did they not
know? That’s the trumpet solo’s for Harley !!
Here is an invite from the Bridgwater Chapter for you all its their 25th Anniversary Summer Bash Fri 29th - 31st August Morganians Rugby club, Chedzoy
Lane, Chedzoy, Bridgwater TA7 8QW Tickets required x …………………. @ £10 pp Your £10 ticket money will be refunded on your arrival, so a free rally for you
all Camping Pitch, £7 to be paid on the day Cheques made payable to Bridgwater HOG
Send self-addressed envelope and payment to: Gina Chapman 93 Old Street, Clevedon, North Somerset, BS21 6BT.
Reports
Hello everyone,
It’s been a bit of a strange month for me, coming back from Croatia on Sunday, and
then starting my new Job on the Monday. Which is going very well and I really feel
part of a team and the best thing of all is I have most weekends off (result) and have
most evenings off.
I can now confirm money raised from the Croatia Trip in fines was £62. Thank you all
for donating and being such good sports.
I’ve been clocking up a few miles since Croatia had a great ride out to the Ace café
weekend at Brooklands lead by Des. Had a great day, looking at the old Cars, Bikes
Busses and Planes. Thanks Des for a great day and great company and the sunshine
again was on our side
Then the Beaulieu riding bike show lead by Dom, it was a slow start on the M25 then
we did find the cause: a massive moving road block. There was not much interesting
to see until we left the M27 heading down into the New Forest, and yes there was a
horse, and a few cows which had taken a liking to Andy and Lynn. Again the weather
was on our side. On the way back Simon had suggested that we come back to his pub
for a drink. This seemed like a good idea, we ended up cutting across country which
took longer than expected. I still can’t feel my bum.
Well I will ask the question how many helmets one person should have. We went to
the dealership to look at bikes, as my son Harry is looking to get one at last. We end
up buying two FXRG Helmets. That was not our intention but again got a fantastic
deal with our points which we had collected. Thanks Maidstone HD.
Also I can’t believe that almost two years have passed and my restriction will be
coming off in the beginning of September and I’m having the bike upped to stage 1 as
well, there’s no holding me back!
Thanks for reading, hope to see you all soon!
Love and Kisses Mandy x And a Harley high five from Frank x
LATE NEWS ~ Bridgwater HOG One Day Run 21 June 2014
This was now Bridgwater HOG’s 4th running of this event and saw Graham and Carol Chambers, Ned, his
friend Hazel, and us, heading to Lowestoft the day before. The plan is to watch the sun rise at Ness point at
4.30am, before riding to Land’s End, the same day, to watch it set at about 9.30pm. On route you have to
get a “Passport” stamped at dealerships in Newmarket, Oxford, Bridgwater and Plymouth. This is not a
race, and there is no prize for coming first, but all entrants get a T shirt and the finishers, a sew-on badge.
3am the alarm goes off and by 3.50am we are all ready for the 10minute ride to Ness point, the furthest
point East in Great Britain. This year, although clear skies, there was a cloud bank on the horizon, that
prevented us seeing the sun rise out of the sea. Never mind, photos taken, we were off at 4.40am for the
70 odd miles to Black Bear at Newmarket. If you travel via Diss, this is a lovely run on fast country roads
with hopefully the sun on your back.
The dealership opens at 6am for our arrival with a chuck wagon dispensing bacon and egg rolls for the
hungry. Lovely. Those intent on a quick time (why?), will just stamp and go, but for the 6 Invicta crew, we
were among the last to leave. Next leg takes us to the Oxford dealership, the longest at about 110 miles.
The Sat Nav wants to take me all motorway (M11, 25, 40) but there will be enough of that later, so I
programme it to take us via Milton Keynes. Last year poor Ned binned his bike there on a wet roundabout
and DNF’d. This year no problems and we arrived at 9.30am. Having consumed coffee and cake and
checking out of any bargains, we are off again. With the sun now getting warm, we pick up the M4 at
Swindon. An accident near the junction with the M5, saw us filtering for a bit before we reach Rider’s at
Bridgwater at 12.30pm and 90 miles further on. Tea and sandwiches were provided, but Graham and I
would have eaten the lot! So a half pound burger and cheese had to be consumed as well! We stayed
nearly an hour (extravagant) for what then, is the shortest and worst leg of the trip. The route to Plymouth
is all motorway M5, and hilly dual carriageway A38. Tired, and with already nearly 300 miles on the clock,
it’s a real drag but the only way unless you want excessive delays. Hot and exhausted we arrived for the last
dealer stamp at 2.45pm. A quick drink and look around and we are on the last leg. A few miles later we
cross the Tamar Bridge and are into Cornwall. The road becomes single track each way and far more
interesting with so many twist and turns, ups and downs you could think you were on a rollercoaster! We
pick up the A30 near Bodmin and head off to Penzance. You think you’ve made it, once there, but it’s still
another 10 miles to Land’s End - groan. 5.50pm see’s us pull into the Land’s End car park, the furthest
point west, and, 460 miles later, we’ve made it. Apparently, two thirds of the bikes were still out on the
course (an accident near Plymouth would see the last arrive just before 8pm ) with the first arriving at
2pm!!!!! Photos by the signpost taken, we were then off to celebrate in the Old Success Inn at Sennen
Cove. If you fancy giving it a go, let me know and I’ll give you all the details.
Paul and Trudi Ouzman.
VERY LATE NEWS ~ Review of the 2014 Cider Rally
The 23rd Cider Rally was upon us, because of the confusion over whether or not Sand Bay was staying open we
had decided to give it a miss this year. But as the time got closer & the fate of Sand Bay had been decided we
were wishing we had got tickets after all. Luckily for us while at a Wednesday meet Norman Ouzman informed
us that there were some tickets up of grabs, we couldn't believe our luck & snapped them up before anyone else
had chance. We had done the Cider Rally a couple of years previous so we had a good idea of what to expect.
We were told to meet at Clackets 10am, the weather forecast was good for the weekend but maybe some rain
on Friday! On arrival it seemed nearly everyone had got their wets on & the sky looked very gloomy! We decided
to take the chance & as luck would have it, it was a dry ride all the way. On route we stopped at the same pub
we had stopped at previuosly to discover that the staff were on a go slow. We were a group of thirsty hungry
Harley riders in need of sustenance, it seemed as if anyone behind the bar were being viewed in slow motion!
How hard can it be to make a pot of tea without having to go to Ceylon to pick the tea leaves & milk a cow & if
we had wanted sugar well don't even go there. Eventually we were on our way again in the hope that the next
stop would be a little better. As we pulled into the next stop we were greeted by suicidal lambs running toward
us along the driveway. This stop proved to be much more efficient, coffee & carrot cake galore. With a second
wind in our sales we were off on the final leg. Riding along the coast to Sand Bay felt good we had all arrived
safe & sound. We collected our goody bags, T-shirts, pins & the rest, signed in & found our rooms. The
accommodation leaves a little to be desired but, it is warm & the hot water would scold you're hands if you were
not carefull. The beds were like sleeping on a pile of rubble, but softish rubble & the pillows were about as thick
as "odour eaters" you know those things some people put in their shoes to stop them smelling! We had a twin
room with single beds, I don't know where they get the beds but it looked like they had bought one bed & cut it
in half to make two! As luck would have it I sleep on my side so as long as I got into bed & didn't move I would be
fine. I suppose reading this you may be put off from staying on site at the Cider Rally, but the place holds a form
of charm that I can't quiet put my finger on & if I could it would be covered in dust. I think it takes me back to my
childhood & the memories of those chalets down in Cornwall my parents used to book for our holidays. After a
quick spruce up it was off to the resteraunt for dinner, the que was a mile long, thank heavens the staff from the
pub earlier wasn't serving us or we would still be there now! The one thing I will say is that for £70 per head for
dinner bed & breakfast for three nights you just can't go wrong. The beauty of the Cider Rally is that it is all
under one roof, it keeps you together as a chapter & its great for getting to know one another. For that purpose
its the best rally to go to. Also the organisers have got it spot on with live bands to suit their target audience, its
a cheap weekends drinking for me too as Sarah is on the dance floor all night she only has time for a few sips in-
between dances. The parade is one of the weekend highlights, the roads are shut off the crowds gather & all
you can see & hear are Harleys, who could ever get bored with that? Thanks must go to Paul & Trudy Ouzman &
Norman of course for leading the rides & I must say that the ride to Blue Anchor Bay & along the moors was one
of the best rides we have ever been on. So to sum it all up, If you have not yet done the Cider Rally & like great
value for money, good music, as much food as you can eat & great company. Get yourself booked in for 2015.
See you there.
Kevin & Sarah.
Miscellaneous
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Invicta Chapter UK would like to extend a very warm welcome to the
following New Members:
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Brian Denney John Dewy John Ford Peter Freeman
Shirley Friend David Groombridge Gillian Groombridge
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Please speak to any committee member if you require any help or assistance.
Calendar
EVENTS DIARYEVENTS DIARYEVENTS DIARYEVENTS DIARY
August 2014
31-3 Thur-Sun Big Bulge Dodgy Tour, Ardennes Closed
6 Wed Club Night, RED LION, Charing Heath, TN27 0AU Closed
10 Sun Bletchley Park – Rideout, see Hotmail for details Closed
13 Wed West Kent Area Meet, The Brookers Oast, Paddock Wood, TN12 6PY Open
17 Sun Folkestone Harbour Festival – Rideout, see Hotmail for details Closed
20 Wed North Kent Area Meet, The Lower Bell, off Blue Bell Hill, ME20 7EF Open
24 Sun Ace Café – Rideout, see Hotmail for details Closed
27 Wed BIG BAR-B-Q East Kent Area Meet, The Jackdaw, Canterbury CT4 6QZ Open
September 2014
3 Wed Club Night, RED LION, Charing Heath, TN27 0AU Closed
10 Wed West Kent Area Meet, The Brookers Oast, Paddock Wood, TN12 6PY Open
17 Wed North Kent Area Meet, The Lower Bell, off Blue Bell Hill, ME20 7EF Open
24 Wed East Kent Area Meet, The Jackdaw, Canterbury CT4 6QZ Open
October 2014
1-5 Wed-Sun Ride to the Wall, Part One commencing in Belgium, Part Two
joining up at Lakeside Services for ride to Tamworth
Open
1 Wed AGM and Club Night, RED LION, Charing Heath, TN27 0AU (Date
and venue to be checked!)
Closed
8 Wed West Kent Area Meet, The Brookers Oast, Paddock Wood, TN12 6PY Open
15 Wed North Kent Area Meet, The Lower Bell, off Blue Bell Hill, ME20 7EF Open
22 Wed East Kent Area Meet, The Jackdaw, Canterbury CT4 6QZ Open
November 2014
5 Wed Club Night, RED LION, Charing Heath, TN27 0AU Closed
12 Wed West Kent Area Meet, The Brookers Oast, Paddock Wood, TN12 6PY Open
19 Wed North Kent Area Meet, The Lower Bell, off Blue Bell Hill, ME20 7EF Open
26 Wed East Kent Area Meet, The Jackdaw, Canterbury CT4 6QZ Open
December 2014
3 Wed Club Night, RED LION, Charing Heath, TN27 0AU Closed
10 Wed West Kent Area Meet, The Brookers Oast, Paddock Wood, TN12 6PY Open
17 Wed North Kent Area Meet, The Lower Bell, off Blue Bell Hill, ME20 7EF Open
24 Wed East Kent Area Meet, The Jackdaw, Canterbury CT4 6QZ - CANCELLED Open
Key To H.O.G. Terminology
Closed Event ~ Those Chapter events which are open to Chapter
members and one guest per member
Open Event ~ Those Chapter events which are open to Chapter
members, international H.O.G. members and other
guests as desired
Member Events ~ Events only open to H.O.G. members
***** Remember, to participate in Invicta Chapter Closed *****
***** Events, you must keep your H.O.G. and Invicta ***** ***** Chapter memberships current. *****
The Last Word
WORDSEARCH ~ ROUGH AND SMOOTH
BOISTEROUS, BUMPY, BURNISHED, COARSE,
CRUDE, FLAT, FLOWING, FLUENT, FLUID,
GLOSSY, GRATING, HARSH, IRREGULAR,
JAGGED, LEGATO, LIQUID, PUGNACIOUS,
REFINED, RIDGED, ROCKY, ROUGH, SATIN,
SERRATED, SILKY, SLEEK, SLICK, SMOOTH,
STACCATO, SUAVE, WRINKLED.
A husband and wife are sitting quietly in bed reading when the Wife looks over at him and asks the question.... WIFE: "What would you do if I died? Would you get married again? HUSBAND: "Definitely not!" WIFE: "Why not? Don't you like being married?" HUSBAND: "Of course I do.." WIFE: "Then why wouldn't you remarry? " HUSBAND: "Okay, okay, I'd get married again." WIFE: "You would?" (with a hurt look) HUSBAND: (makes audible groan) WIFE: "Would you live in our house?" HUSBAND: "Sure, it's a great house." WIFE: "Would you sleep with her in our bed?" HUSBAND: "Where else would we sleep?" WIFE: "Would you let her drive my car?" HUSBAND: "Probably, it is almost new." WIFE: "Would you replace my pictures with hers?" HUSBAND: "That would seem like the proper thing to do." WIFE: "Would you give her my jewellery?" HUSBAND: "No, I'm sure she'd want her own." WIFE: "Would you take her golfing with you? HUSBAND: "Yes, those are always good times." WIFE: "Would she use my clubs? HUSBAND: "No, she's left-handed." WIFE: -- silence -- HUSBAND: "Bugger!"
MEDIUM SUDOKU Fill in the grid so that every column, row and
3x3 box contains the digits 1 to 9 only once.
Those who jump off a bridge in Paris are in Seine. Keith Frenchum.