Who’s News               October 2007

Freestyle Honda Motorcycles, 38 Wells Road, Seaford, generously make the following offer to MSR members: “Any accessory or riding gear purchased will attract a discount of 12.5%; any workshop related services will attract a discount of 10%; tyre replacements will be offered at extremely competitive prices with free fitting included; and new motorcycle purchased will receive free a 12 month factory Honda extended warranty.” Members should provide their membership card as identification.  The Dealer Principal is Darren Hocking and he can be reached on 1300-RIDEHONDA or visit www.freestylehonda.com.au.  Thanks to Dave Ward for initiating this.

The MSR Home Page accumulated 389 hits over the last two weeks of October. Total visits are 39,122 since April 1996.  A printable  PDF version of the itinerary is up on the web.

Seen at the Social Sip on Thursday 4th October: Paul and Jo Southwell, Ian Payne, Dave Ward and Bronwyn Manifold, Trevor Harris and Barbara Rolfe, Chris Pointon, Jacinta Thomas, Ron and Julie Johnston and Peter Philferan. 12 people  No magazine as Ben (and Julie) Warden were away on two weeks vacation in Coffs Harbour.  The magazine was mailed directly to all members.

The Club Participant of the Year is based on aggregate points accumulated at 1 point per ride, an extra point for leading or being rear rider, and 1 point per magazine article (maximum 2 per magazine). Attending one or more days of a weekend event scores 3 points for leading, 3 for rear riding duties and 2 points for participating.

The count is for the 2007/8 year ending at the 2008 AGM in May. Top ten totals after 6 months are: Ben Warden (58.5), Ian Payne (40), Dave Ward (39.5), Paul Southwell (31.5), Cameron Stevens (23), Trevor Harris (18), Geoff Jones (16.5), Misho Zrakic (15), Ron Johnston (14), and Nic Jacka (13). No positional changes to the top 8 but Nic Jacka (hasn’t missed a ride) displaces Marty Thompson and Misho has moved up a place. Dave Ward is also closing fast on Ian Payne, Ian not out much this month.

Front Cover:  Mt Donna Buang Ride, Sunday 28th October. Back row: Bernie Foley, Ian Payne, Darryn Webster, Dave Ward, Nic Jacka, Pina Garasi, Misho Zrakic, Paul Southwell, Peter Jones. Front Row: Sam Sirianni, Paul Punicki, Renzo Cunico and Willem Vandeveld. Ben behind the lens.