Here we are in Picton. We had a good but long trip from Christchurch and were able to visit the Omaka Aviation Heritage Museum. We have other interesting things to tell you, but will leave them until we get back to "civilisation" and get a good night's sleep or two.
A text message received from Helene - Shine TV.
"You are on Shine TV news again this Thursday at 8.30 pm"
You might like to check this out. Please let your friends and family know too. Thanks.
Monday, November 30, 2009
Sunday, November 29, 2009
Ride to Fly update - 30 November 2009
Monday night, 30th November 2009 - In Christchurch
A very long drive and again enjoying great hospitality for the night.
Here are the photos we lost last night.
WE MADE IT !!
Left to Right:
Emma McGeorge (MAF Auckland office), Frank and Ruth Carter, Ruth and Jim Mc Bride,
Peter Carter, Noel Stevens, Mark Fox (CEO MAF), Geoff Given
Alongside the Signposts, there is a rock with inscriptions as follows:
Monday 30th November 2009
A very long drive and again enjoying great hospitality for the night.
Here are the photos we lost last night.
WE MADE IT !!
Left to Right:
Emma McGeorge (MAF Auckland office), Frank and Ruth Carter, Ruth and Jim Mc Bride,
Peter Carter, Noel Stevens, Mark Fox (CEO MAF), Geoff Given
Alongside the Signposts, there is a rock with inscriptions as follows:
Monday 30th November 2009
This morning we left Invercargill. The weather is better, however still pretty cold with a high of 12 degrees. We heard there may be snow on the Canterbury foothills! We are heading for Christchurch where we will stay for the night and hopefully update the blog with some more photos. We hear there is better weather up North so that is where we are heading!
At this stage, we plan to be back in Tauranga late Wednesday afternoon. Once we are up and running there we will send an email out to everyone and update you all on everything to date.
A huge thanks again to everyone for their generosity, hospitality and support since we embarked on our journey on the 10th of November, which now seems like a lifetime ago!
At this stage, we plan to be back in Tauranga late Wednesday afternoon. Once we are up and running there we will send an email out to everyone and update you all on everything to date.
A huge thanks again to everyone for their generosity, hospitality and support since we embarked on our journey on the 10th of November, which now seems like a lifetime ago!
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Ride to Fly - update 29 November 2009
We made it! On Friday 27th November 2009, just after 11.00 am, we arrived in style at the Bluff signpost.
We were escorted by 3 or 4 other motorbikes from Invercargill and on arrival, there were a number of other bikes already there - albeit not to greet us particularly. There are an estimated 7000 bikes in the area this weekend coming and going, so it is not surprising that some were at Bluff.
By the time we had left Invercargill, we were in driving rain and wind coming off the Antarctic apparently. However, we managed to stand upright long enough to take a group photo as follows. (Unfortunately at the time of writing this blog we lost our internet connection so were not able to upload the group photo. We will endeavour to do this shortly.)
Even admist the terrible weather, we were interviewed by both Southern Cue TV and Shine TV, both of which were great interviews - thanks again to Southern Cue TV and Shine TV for their interest and support.
The Burt Munro Challenge was great, including the beach racing! We have had the DOT on display throughout the weekend at the Challenge and there has been tremendous interest. We have also managed to continue to distribute our flyers and have continued on with the donation buckets!
Andrew Stroud spent the day on Friday at the E Hayes shop signing autographs and he asked Frank to join him and they had a great day together.
We were escorted by 3 or 4 other motorbikes from Invercargill and on arrival, there were a number of other bikes already there - albeit not to greet us particularly. There are an estimated 7000 bikes in the area this weekend coming and going, so it is not surprising that some were at Bluff.
By the time we had left Invercargill, we were in driving rain and wind coming off the Antarctic apparently. However, we managed to stand upright long enough to take a group photo as follows. (Unfortunately at the time of writing this blog we lost our internet connection so were not able to upload the group photo. We will endeavour to do this shortly.)
Even admist the terrible weather, we were interviewed by both Southern Cue TV and Shine TV, both of which were great interviews - thanks again to Southern Cue TV and Shine TV for their interest and support.
The Burt Munro Challenge was great, including the beach racing! We have had the DOT on display throughout the weekend at the Challenge and there has been tremendous interest. We have also managed to continue to distribute our flyers and have continued on with the donation buckets!
Andrew Stroud spent the day on Friday at the E Hayes shop signing autographs and he asked Frank to join him and they had a great day together.
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Ride to Fly - SPECIAL UPDATE 23rd November 2009
ALL BIKE RIDERS, PLEASE NOTE:
Our departure time from Christchurch will be 8.00 am on Tuesday morning , 24th November, FROM 436b Harewood Road, Bishopdale and NOT from Avonhead Baptist Church as previously posted.
This is a change to our original stated departure time due to the distance we have to travel on this stage to Oamaru.
If you wish to accompany or meet up with us, please contact by cellphone 027 240 1934.
Our departure time from Christchurch will be 8.00 am on Tuesday morning , 24th November, FROM 436b Harewood Road, Bishopdale and NOT from Avonhead Baptist Church as previously posted.
This is a change to our original stated departure time due to the distance we have to travel on this stage to Oamaru.
If you wish to accompany or meet up with us, please contact by cellphone 027 240 1934.
Friday, November 20, 2009
Ride to Fly - update 21st November 2009
Angels again - with wheels, not wings! Bob from Napier Ulysses club, escorted DOT to
Palmerston North and returned to Napier again. Then David and Des had an early start
from Wellington and arrived in Palmerston North to lead us through to Wellington.
This was much appreciated as David had a GPS system and was able to escort us
through the traffiic to Parliament Buildings in Wellington.
Arrival at the Beehive Friday 20th November 2009
DOT (or maybe it was Frank) attracted 3 security guards in a very short time!
Palmerston North and returned to Napier again. Then David and Des had an early start
from Wellington and arrived in Palmerston North to lead us through to Wellington.
This was much appreciated as David had a GPS system and was able to escort us
through the traffiic to Parliament Buildings in Wellington.
Arrival at the Beehive Friday 20th November 2009
DOT (or maybe it was Frank) attracted 3 security guards in a very short time!
Some of the 'Ride to Fly' Team at the Beehive.
Unfortunately, Helen was in New York at UN HQ
The Harris's Cruiser (Tiger) with DOT's house
Frank with DOT, giving our Sponsors some exposure.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
RIDE TO FLY - 19 November 2009
Well, we left Tauranga on Tuesday heading for Taupo. We had a great ride - the bike performed superbly and the weather was fantastic. The meeting in Taupo went really well and it was great to see and meet those that came out to hear our story.
Wednesday the 18th saw us wake up to bad weather. As Frank had travelled the Taupo to Napier road many, many times over the years he decided to ride the whole leg himself. The rain fell from the heavens and continued to do so the whole way. The bike performed well again which was a blessing and apart from being soaked to the skin, the team arrived in Napier in one piece. Needless to say, we spent the first couple of hours at the local laundromat trying to dry out Franks riding gear! It was great to see old friends and catch up and again, the meeting was a success. A good night's sleep was needed by all!
Thursday the 20th found us on the road again, this time heading for Palmerston North. Radio Rhema had made contact with us and we stopped for a while so Frank could do a live interview. Unfortunately we were unable to hear this first-hand, but we have heard through family that the interview was great and Radio Rhema are really enthusiastic about our journey and what we are accomplishing.
At this point, we would like to extend a huge 'thank you' to the team at Radio Rhema and Shine TV for all their support, interest and what they are doing for us.
The weather was great again today and the bike continued to perform without a hitch - the only repairs required today were to the Motorhome with a flat tyre! Amazing how the new technology is struggling to keep up with the old!
We received a fantastic reception in Palmerston North and we would like to thank Turnbull Furnishings for the great opportunity to 'meet' another DOT and their generous contribution.
The meeting tonight was great, again catching up with old friends and the arrangements superb! Heading for Wellington tomorrow and looks like good weather again - Praise the Lord!
We have had problems with internet connections so will update again shortly with photos. Thanks to you all for your interest and support.
Wednesday the 18th saw us wake up to bad weather. As Frank had travelled the Taupo to Napier road many, many times over the years he decided to ride the whole leg himself. The rain fell from the heavens and continued to do so the whole way. The bike performed well again which was a blessing and apart from being soaked to the skin, the team arrived in Napier in one piece. Needless to say, we spent the first couple of hours at the local laundromat trying to dry out Franks riding gear! It was great to see old friends and catch up and again, the meeting was a success. A good night's sleep was needed by all!
Thursday the 20th found us on the road again, this time heading for Palmerston North. Radio Rhema had made contact with us and we stopped for a while so Frank could do a live interview. Unfortunately we were unable to hear this first-hand, but we have heard through family that the interview was great and Radio Rhema are really enthusiastic about our journey and what we are accomplishing.
At this point, we would like to extend a huge 'thank you' to the team at Radio Rhema and Shine TV for all their support, interest and what they are doing for us.
The weather was great again today and the bike continued to perform without a hitch - the only repairs required today were to the Motorhome with a flat tyre! Amazing how the new technology is struggling to keep up with the old!
We received a fantastic reception in Palmerston North and we would like to thank Turnbull Furnishings for the great opportunity to 'meet' another DOT and their generous contribution.
The meeting tonight was great, again catching up with old friends and the arrangements superb! Heading for Wellington tomorrow and looks like good weather again - Praise the Lord!
We have had problems with internet connections so will update again shortly with photos. Thanks to you all for your interest and support.
Sunday, November 15, 2009
RIDE TO FLY - 16/11/09
We departed the Cape at 11.30 am Thursday 12th November, for Doubtless Bay.
Geoff Given talking to some of the local residents who were very interested in what we were doing.
Peter handing over the DOT to Andrew Stroud at Waihi.
Thank you Shine TV! Helene (from Shine TV) and her husband, with Mike Romkes on the right, all from CMA. Helene met us at the Brynderwyn turnoff and accompanied us all the way to Tauranga, filming along the way.
Amos handing over the donations from the "Make my Day" ride, organised by "The Redeemed" motorcycle group. Anthony Wright, "the driver" of the event, in the centre.
80 plus bikes were involved in the ride from Drury (Tires of course!). Riders came from Dargaville, Hamilton, Thames, Tauranga, Taupo, Hibiscus Coast and other places.
The DOT now safely back at Tauranga, after 405 real miles.
We leave Tauranga for Taupo tomorrow, Tuesday 17th at 9.30 am from
our address - 26 Contour Ave., Pyes Pa, Tauranga.
Please remember, that anyone who wishes to join the ride, should contact us by cellphone (027 240 1934) to advise us of their intentions. This is in case of any last minute, unexpected changes.
Sunday, November 8, 2009
RIDE TO FLY - 09/11/09
RIDE TO FLY STOPOVER MEETING DETAILS
For any information/help
Contact : Frank Carter - Cell Phone : 027 240 1934
Email (Mobile Broadband) frcarter@ihug.co.nz
Doubtless Bay Thursday 12th 6.30 pm
Doubtless Bay Christian Centre, SH10, opposite the fire station in Mangonui
Whangarei Friday 13th 7.30 pm
Clark Road Chapel, 4 - 6 Clark Road, Kamo.
Auckland Saturday 14th 3.30 pm
Venue : Greenlane Christian Centre
17 Marewa Road, Greenlane, Auckland
Auckland Sunday 15th 9.30 am for Registration
at Drury Performance Centre
Bike convoy to Tauranga Arrive 2.00 pm
Tauranga Monday 16th 7.00 pm
Bethlehem Baptist Church
90 Bethlehem Road, Bethlehem, Tauranga
Taupo Tuesday 17th 7.00 pm
Taupo Baptist Church, 139 Rifle Range Road, Taupo
Napier / Hastings Wednesday 18th 7.30 pm
Pirimai Baptist Church (Cnr Bill Hercock Street & Allan Berry Ave)
69 Bill Hercock Street., Pirimai, Napier 4112
Palmerston North Thursday 19th 7.30 pm
Crossroads Bible Centre, 220 Church Street,
Palmerston North.
Wellington Friday 20th 7.30 pm
Salvation Army, 125 Johnsonville RoadJohnsonville 6037, Wellington.
Christchurch Sunday 22nd 7.00 pm
Avonhead Baptist Church (Hall), 102 Avonhead Rd., Christchurch
Oamaru Tuesday 24th 7.30 pm
28 Orwell Street Chapel, Orwell Street, Oamaru
Gore Wednesday 25th 7.30 pm
Calvin Community Church, 25 Robertson Street, Gore
Invercargill Thursday 26th 7.30 pm
Rosedale Bible Chapel
Cnr of Bourke and Exmouth Streets, Invercargill
Invercargill Friday, Saturday, Sunday 27-29th Burt Munro Challenge
Thanks to our sponsors:
Interislander, Drury Tires (Anthony Wright), TrueColours the Signtists-Tauranga,
Bayride Motorcycles, Bike Rider magazine, Bethlehem Baptist
Warburton Tags and Labels, Telecom, 12-Acre Wood
Salvation Army Employment Plus, The Redeemed Motor Cycle Group
Andrew Stroud, the Harris family for the use of their 4WD, those who have paid for
Road User charges, posters, WOF, and others who have generously contributed
to the expenses.
For any information/help
Contact : Frank Carter - Cell Phone : 027 240 1934
Email (Mobile Broadband) frcarter@ihug.co.nz
Doubtless Bay Thursday 12th 6.30 pm
Doubtless Bay Christian Centre, SH10, opposite the fire station in Mangonui
Whangarei Friday 13th 7.30 pm
Clark Road Chapel, 4 - 6 Clark Road, Kamo.
Auckland Saturday 14th 3.30 pm
Venue : Greenlane Christian Centre
17 Marewa Road, Greenlane, Auckland
Auckland Sunday 15th 9.30 am for Registration
at Drury Performance Centre
Bike convoy to Tauranga Arrive 2.00 pm
Tauranga Monday 16th 7.00 pm
Bethlehem Baptist Church
90 Bethlehem Road, Bethlehem, Tauranga
Taupo Tuesday 17th 7.00 pm
Taupo Baptist Church, 139 Rifle Range Road, Taupo
Napier / Hastings Wednesday 18th 7.30 pm
Pirimai Baptist Church (Cnr Bill Hercock Street & Allan Berry Ave)
69 Bill Hercock Street., Pirimai, Napier 4112
Palmerston North Thursday 19th 7.30 pm
Crossroads Bible Centre, 220 Church Street,
Palmerston North.
Wellington Friday 20th 7.30 pm
Salvation Army, 125 Johnsonville RoadJohnsonville 6037, Wellington.
Christchurch Sunday 22nd 7.00 pm
Avonhead Baptist Church (Hall), 102 Avonhead Rd., Christchurch
Oamaru Tuesday 24th 7.30 pm
28 Orwell Street Chapel, Orwell Street, Oamaru
Gore Wednesday 25th 7.30 pm
Calvin Community Church, 25 Robertson Street, Gore
Invercargill Thursday 26th 7.30 pm
Rosedale Bible Chapel
Cnr of Bourke and Exmouth Streets, Invercargill
Invercargill Friday, Saturday, Sunday 27-29th Burt Munro Challenge
Thanks to our sponsors:
Interislander, Drury Tires (Anthony Wright), TrueColours the Signtists-Tauranga,
Bayride Motorcycles, Bike Rider magazine, Bethlehem Baptist
Warburton Tags and Labels, Telecom, 12-Acre Wood
Salvation Army Employment Plus, The Redeemed Motor Cycle Group
Andrew Stroud, the Harris family for the use of their 4WD, those who have paid for
Road User charges, posters, WOF, and others who have generously contributed
to the expenses.
Monday, November 2, 2009
RIDE TO FLY - 3 November 2009
DETAILS OF AUCKLAND to TAURANGA LEG
- SUNDAY 15TH NOVEMBER
- SUNDAY 15TH NOVEMBER
Ride with THE REDEEMED Motor Cycle group
9.00am Gates open and Registration
Wayne Anderson from Glory Days TV Series performs various songs with a comedy slot
during BBQ and cold drinks being sold.
9.45am Briefing
9.50am Classics leave
10:15am Depart Dury Performance Centre
11:30am Main group arrive @ BP Waihi
11:30am Classics arrive @ BP Waihi
10:15am Depart Dury Performance Centre
11:30am Main group arrive @ BP Waihi
11:30am Classics arrive @ BP Waihi
2:00pm Depart for Bethlehem
1:00pm Arrive approximately @ Bethlehem
1:15pm free BBQ/DRINKS Averil to sing/prize giving
Cheque hand over to MAF
2:00pm Leave Bethlehem approximately (everyone makes their own way home)
1:00pm Arrive approximately @ Bethlehem
1:15pm free BBQ/DRINKS Averil to sing/prize giving
Cheque hand over to MAF
2:00pm Leave Bethlehem approximately (everyone makes their own way home)
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