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 Fret.
South.,
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
15 Nov 2007 13:24 |
OK, I've killed the other thread with the route maps  
25th, Ferry, stop at Troyes (new hotel booked)
26th-27th Hotel Thones
28th. Hotel near Pont St Esprit, Ardeche Gorge run
29th. Pont Du Gard, Millau Bridge, Clermont Ferrand (Hotel tba)
30th. Troyes, same hotel as before.
31st. Ferry home
OK. Deposits reqd for hotels, and possibly the Ferry.
Options
Norfolkline. £42.00
SeaFrance. £72.00 (normally only £36.00)
Eurotunnel. £68.00-£72.00
Please note the prices can and do vary from day to day.
Crossing times.
Seafrance and Norfolkline, 1hr 45mins. One to Calais, t'other to Dunkerque.
Eurotunnel. 35mins, Folkstone to Calais. (not so far for afew)
I would like to get either an 08.00 to 10.00 crossing, as the trip t'other side is 4 hours and approx 250 miles. Chuck in the stop at Gueux and you can add an hour, plus a coffee/fag/petrol break can easily turn into an hour. Then we can arrive around 6-7pm, and relax with a meal and a beer or three.
As the return route is EXACTLY the same as the route out, if we leave the hotel around 10.00am, then we should be back at Calais for around 5.00pm. If we get the 18.00 ferry, then we will be back in the UK for 19.00 UK time. Plenty of time to get home.
Of course, we could do Gueux on the return leg instead of the way out.
Ferry is a great way to relax, coffee, food etc.
Tunnel is quick, but no food.
I'll put it to the vote, and either I can book all the crossings, or each individual can be responsible for their own. Either way, I won't do anything until I get the deposits for the hotels.
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StumpyDave
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Daytona 955i (04->)
16 Nov 2007 12:46 |
Cheque should hit the post tonight.
I'll go with the majority on the crossing. As it is nearly 200 miles from home to Dover I will probably do it the night before and stay in a hotel near Dover.
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Fret.
South.,
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
16 Nov 2007 16:53 |
Most have said an 8am crossing, so I'll do some research and see if I can get the prices down a bit. 
I have a gig the night before, and we don't finish until 12:30. Tired bunny time
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maximus vegetatorus
sussex,
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
16 Nov 2007 17:23 |
frettypoofkins,
i'll go with the flow, as ever 
will try to get a cheque in the post tomorrow, but am off on hols for a week. if i forget, i'll do it as soon as i'm back, if that's ok.
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Depth Charge Ethel
Chi,
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Daytona T595 (97-98)
16 Nov 2007 18:24 |
[edited]:
Woooops !
Wakey wakey Vince. What month are you planing to go ?
Also, what about the spa at ... blimey, forgot the name of the town? You know the one; you get joined by large breasted 20 somethings in the hot tub.
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StumpyDave
Lincolnshire,
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Daytona 955i (04->)
16 Nov 2007 18:49 |
Come on Vince, otherwise I'm going to be the only Daytona rider surrounded by Tigers!
I'm not sure I could handle 20 somethings with big norks in a hot tub. Can I just have 1 or 2 of them?
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Fret.
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
16 Nov 2007 20:31 |
No spa.
No big breasted wimmin, unless you count Bosun as one. Just 250 miles a day from 25th to 31st May, 2008
And yes I have got you a room, Vince.
The spa will be the next one, along with the Hartz mountains. I'm already doing preliminary planning for it.
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Depth Charge Ethel
Chi,
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Daytona T595 (97-98)
17 Nov 2007 13:44 |
F
Cheers. I'm in then.
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Fret.
South.,
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
20 Nov 2007 22:02 |
Seafrance want £102!!!!! FFS  Normally it's £40.00
I've emailed them complaining as I spend hundreds a year with them. We shall see.................................
Norfolkline varies from day to day between £36 and £42.
Also, as it's WHITSUN, we need to get the ferry booked sharpish so that we don't miss out. I'd rather do this later, but better safe than sorry, and it's not much.
Ferry will be booked for 08.00 am. I want to get away early, brekkie and chill on the ferry. I'm trying to get a block booking, where I only pay a deposit and then pay the whole amount when people send it to me.
So far Dave has sent me his total amount, thanks Dave. So I will go ahead and book him in. Bosun is on his hols, but I know he definately wants to come, so I'll book him also.
The 4 guys from Tiger1050 have all paid their hotel deposits, and have been asked to either send me a cheque for the ferry, when I get a firm price, as I won't book them until I get it. I've had to wait for monies before, and I ain't doing it again as it will only be me out of pocket and jeopardise any future trips, as well as me building in extra "insurance" to cover any losses. So far I've been lucky.
Return Ferry will be around 18.00 hours to give plenty of time to get home.
Basically, anyone not paying by the end of NOVEMBER will be excluded, have teir rooms cancelled and will have to do their own organising, unless they want to book their own ferries and hotels
(Although I've kept Vinces place open as he is always the last to confirm...................)
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maximus vegetatorus
sussex,
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
25 Nov 2007 11:36 |
frettypoof,
how much do you want a cheque for? do you want some towards ferry costs too?
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Fret.
South.,
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
25 Nov 2007 13:12 |
If we go for the ferry it's £72 in total.
I'm tempted to book that ASAP, otherwise we could miss out cos of the bank holiday.
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maximus vegetatorus
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
25 Nov 2007 16:32 |
ok, cheers dude. 
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StumpyDave
Lincolnshire,
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Daytona 955i (04->)
27 Nov 2007 12:07 |
Fret,
I'm struggling to reply to your email for a number of reasons. I'll get you an reply tonight as I actually think I'll get a chance to spend some time at home for a change.
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Fret.
South.,
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
27 Nov 2007 19:43 |
Sorted!
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Fret.
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
27 Nov 2007 19:46 |
Just had a reply to my email to seafrance complaining about the £102 ferry price. I have to ring in the morning to see what they say if they are able to drop the price at all.
THEN I'll book the ferries, honestly.
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maximus vegetatorus
sussex,
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
27 Nov 2007 21:35 |
sailorsucker,
cheque in post
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Fret.
South.,
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
28 Nov 2007 14:48 |
[edited]:
Just spoken to Seafrance.....................................wait for it...........................a whole TEN PERCENT off the price quoted................. WHoopdefuckingdoo.
That's for definate then, we're either doing Norfolkline or the Chunnel.
Chunnel wants at least 15 vehicles to get a discount.
Norfolkline it is. 8.00am out, 16.00pm return
You OK for an 8am sailing Chaps?
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Fret.
South.,
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
01 Dec 2007 18:17 |
[edited]:
Here we go, all done, dooded and didded.
Ferry booked as below.
Price 41.00GBP, booked on 01/12/07 I guess I'll still get charged the £4.00 admin fee, so I'm sure the extra quid you sent will cover that easily.
Depart: DOVER to DUNKERQUE 25/05/08 08:00
Return: DUNKERQUE to DOVER 31/05/08 16:01
All you need to check in is your passport (or other approved photographic ID ) and booking reference.
Vehicle:
TRIUMPH T/MC
Bosun and Dave have alrady paid, so thanks for that.
Roll on May 25th.
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Depth Charge Ethel
Chi,
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Daytona T595 (97-98)
10 Dec 2007 20:53 |
F
Have you paid anything upfront for the rooms ?
Ethel
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Fret.
South.,
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
10 Dec 2007 22:00 |
£200.00 for the deposits, but I have had that back from the chaps who are attending thus far.
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Depth Charge Ethel
Chi,
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Daytona T595 (97-98)
11 Dec 2007 08:54 |
F
Let me know how much I owe you and I will send you a cheque
E
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Fret.
South.,
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
18 Dec 2007 14:31 |
£30.00 For the Hotel rooms.
£45.00 for the ferry as they charge for credit cards
Have you seen the time we are leaving? Around 04.30-05.00am!!!
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Depth Charge Ethel
Chi,
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Daytona T595 (97-98)
26 Dec 2007 20:28 |
WHAT TIME ?! [ no suitable smiley here. Would have appreciated something along the lines of Munch's Scream to add some dramatic effect]
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Fret.
South.,
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
27 Dec 2007 14:22 |
Half way through the day.............................
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Depth Charge Ethel
Chi,
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Daytona T595 (97-98)
27 Dec 2007 19:01 |
[edited]:
That is such a 'below stairs' time I'll have you know. Are you a communist or something ?
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Fret.
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
27 Dec 2007 19:02 |
You're lucky.
I'm gigging the night before so won't be in until 1or 2am at the ealiest.
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StumpyDave
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Daytona 955i (04->)
28 Dec 2007 10:53 |
I think I'm going to travel down to Dover the night before and stay in a luxurious hotel.
A leisurely shower, full English and gentle ride the 10 minutes or so to check in for the ferry.
I shall be rested, refreshed and smug.
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Fret.
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
28 Dec 2007 20:40 |
I may well do that too!!
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maximus vegetatorus
sussex,
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
30 Dec 2007 19:14 |
i shall just get up at my normal time then
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Fret.
South.,
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
06 Jan 2008 17:54 |
Number 6, V, Whatever........................
Still waiting for the Ferry money so that I can book it........................................
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Depth Charge Ethel
Chi,
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Daytona T595 (97-98)
14 Jan 2008 21:16 |
A
I'll send you a cheque in the sum of £75.00. Assuming I still have your address filed somewhere.
I have to assume my shoulder will be sorted by then as one has to remain optimistic. Doesn't one ? 
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Fret.
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
14 Jan 2008 21:58 |
Well leave it alone at night time, then.
Hurry up, I ain't booked the ferry for you yet!!!!
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Depth Charge Ethel
Chi,
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Daytona T595 (97-98)
20 Jan 2008 20:57 |
A
Cheque is in the post x
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Fret.
South.,
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
20 Jan 2008 21:28 |
Bloody hellfire!!!!
I'd better book the ferry then.
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Fret.
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
22 Jan 2008 20:17 |
At long last!!!
Only 2 months late and he's paid!!! Ferry is booked (i'll send you a copy, but I know you'll either forget it or lose it)
I can't get enough rooms in one of the hotels, so someone will have to share I'm afraid.
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Depth Charge Ethel
Chi,
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Daytona T595 (97-98)
22 Jan 2008 20:57 |
I don't mind having a seperate room.
Or hotel 
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Fret.
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
22 Jan 2008 21:26 |
You get the dog-house for taking so bastid long to make yer mind up. 
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Depth Charge Ethel
Chi,
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Daytona T595 (97-98)
23 Jan 2008 19:58 |
I knew you would be prepared to wait for an tight virgin arse hole.
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maximus vegetatorus
sussex,
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
24 Jan 2008 15:44 |
he'll carry one shagging you while he waits tho 
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StumpyDave
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Daytona 955i (04->)
24 Jan 2008 16:56 |
I was going to volunteer to share a room.
Not so sure now though. Would I be safe if I keep my leathers on overnight or would that be viewed as a "come on"?
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ST2
M3 / J3,
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Speed Triple 955i (02-04)
24 Jan 2008 16:59 |
I've postponed my decision to 'Fret-Tour' for another year
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Fret.
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
24 Jan 2008 23:14 |
[edited]:
You've already toured me a few times, hun.
Good (and bad) news.
One of the lads from Switzerland is unable to make it, which means there is a spare room.
However, another guy has probably already blagged them.
There are 8 people going and there are 8 rooms booked, apart from night 4 when I could only get 5 rooms.
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StumpyDave
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Daytona 955i (04->)
26 Jan 2008 15:08 |
4 people with a room each and the remaining 4 in the other room then?
I've not got a problem with sharing. That early in the week my socks shouldn't smell too bad.
I may take a second pair just in case.
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Fret.
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
26 Jan 2008 16:31 |
Plus 2 pairs of undercrackers I hope!!
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StumpyDave
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Daytona 955i (04->)
26 Jan 2008 16:46 |
Oh yeah, can't really ask for more than 4 days from your keks.
Normal, inside out, backwards, backwards inside out: all surfaces used.
I'm no slob you know.
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maximus vegetatorus
sussex,
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
26 Jan 2008 16:52 |
if you are rooming with fret, take 12 pairs of pants....
& wear them all at once
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ST2
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26 Jan 2008 17:15 |
save a pair to put over his head tho .....
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StumpyDave
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Daytona 955i (04->)
27 Jan 2008 11:25 |
... in case the paper bag falls off?
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ST2
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Speed Triple 955i (02-04)
27 Jan 2008 12:17 |
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Depth Charge Ethel
Chi,
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Daytona T595 (97-98)
27 Jan 2008 19:58 |
Yeah. It'll quieten his breathing over your shoulder.
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Bluesman
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Daytona T595 (97-98)
02 Feb 2008 08:17 |
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Fret.
South.,
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
10 Feb 2008 20:08 |
15 weeks to go
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StumpyDave
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Daytona 955i (04->)
12 Mar 2008 12:39 |
Getting closer!
I had a grand plan to brush up on my French and communicate with the locals.
At this rate I shall resort to pointing and shouting.
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Fret.
South.,
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
12 Mar 2008 20:48 |
THat's what we normally do!
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Fret.
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
19 Mar 2008 13:47 |
Just had one lad pull out from t'other site.
So if anyone else wants to come, there's a space.
PS. I have found a relative buried in a churchyard (lickily he's dead) just 7 miles from the autoroute on day 2. Would anyone mind if I paid my respects?
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StumpyDave
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Daytona 955i (04->)
19 Mar 2008 16:53 |
I'm OK with stopping off to see a French churchyard. The whole plan is for riding lots and exploring new places so this sounds like an ideal diversion with a walk around and chance to see stuff we wouldn't otherwise.
The more diverse and interesting the better - as long as I can have a list of the hotel locations to stick in my satnav so that I can get lost and still make it to the right place at the end of the day!
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maximus vegetatorus
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
19 Mar 2008 19:59 |
frettypoos
would've thought someone off here would be interested in having a gay ol' time on a frettour
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Depth Charge Ethel
Chi,
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Daytona T595 (97-98)
31 Mar 2008 21:37 |
Boys
Fancy a get together to have a chat about the forthcoming sojourn ?
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Fret.
South.,
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
31 Mar 2008 22:35 |
There are now 9 of us...........................6 on Tigers, 2 gaytony's and an ST.
Should be fun
How about this weekend if it's half decent?
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StumpyDave
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Daytona 955i (04->)
01 Apr 2008 13:17 |
I'll have to get my permit stamped.
Where are you thinking of?
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maximus vegetatorus
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
01 Apr 2008 19:43 |
9?
& only 5 rooms?
might be up for a meet depending on where & when
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Depth Charge Ethel
Chi,
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Daytona T595 (97-98)
01 Apr 2008 19:46 |
I'm up forrit. If only to share with you my current sleep walking tendencies.
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Fret.
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
01 Apr 2008 20:31 |
Yup.
I'm not even going to TRY to find another hotel.
This one has a POOL which could be welcome and a giggle.
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Depth Charge Ethel
Chi,
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Daytona T595 (97-98)
01 Apr 2008 20:40 |
Er... which one ?
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Fret.
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
01 Apr 2008 21:07 |
The one at Bastide St Bach, with the 5 rooms.
Women are laid on, as is free ale.
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StumpyDave
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Daytona 955i (04->)
01 Apr 2008 21:15 |
Meet where/when?
I've got clearance for either Saturday or Sunday but need to know which as child care may be required.
Weather doesn't look brilliant for the weekend (Sunday worst) according to the very accurate BBC.
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Depth Charge Ethel
Chi,
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Daytona T595 (97-98)
03 Apr 2008 22:27 |
I suspect it will be a little early for most of us to meet up this weekend. I need to set my alarm at least a fortnight before hand in order that I can have at least a fighting chance of arriving nearly on time.
Ethel
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Fret.
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
03 Apr 2008 22:38 |
Too cold as well.
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Geordie*Dave
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Daytona T595 (97-98)
07 Apr 2008 10:34 |
If there's still a space
I'm interested
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Fret.
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
07 Apr 2008 13:33 |
You're welcome if you can find spaces in the hotels and do all the booking.
I've already amended the quantities 5 times and aren't doing any more.
If there is a cancellation then I will let you know as well.
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Red Monkey
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Daytona 955i (99-01)
24 Apr 2008 22:57 |
Shit .....too late. I could have done with a few days away.
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Fret.
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
25 Apr 2008 14:26 |
And I'd just got you booked in too.
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Depth Charge Ethel
Chi,
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Daytona T595 (97-98)
05 May 2008 20:59 |
Are we going to meet before Clacket Lane services or what ?
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Fret.
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
05 May 2008 21:18 |
[edited]:
Probably, but it begs the question Why?
Depending on what time I finish playing the night before (could be 1am) depends on whether I get any sleep or just go straight to Dover and grab some there.
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StumpyDave
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Daytona 955i (04->)
06 May 2008 22:10 |
oops - I'm in a spot of trouble.
Not only am I going to be away over the whole of half term, I've just found out I'm working away from home for the weekend before we go.
Ah well, sh1t happens. I suspect this is going to cost me one way or another - big time.
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Depth Charge Ethel
Chi,
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Daytona T595 (97-98)
07 May 2008 22:23 |
I suspect you may be right on this. And reminded as such on certain occasions for some years to come...
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Fret.
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
07 May 2008 22:57 |
This just goes to show that the Tiger owners here have far less to fear from a mere womanything than those with gay yellow sportsbikes.
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StumpyDave
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Daytona 955i (04->)
08 May 2008 09:07 |
I'll have you know, my gay sportsbike is black, not yellow!
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Fret.
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
08 May 2008 21:05 |
Black bikes------4
Yellow bikes----3
Blue bikes-------1
I think the other is either orange or white.
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Depth Charge Ethel
Chi,
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Daytona T595 (97-98)
08 May 2008 21:59 |
I'm considering staying over night before we sail. Anyone else considering or all ready booked ?
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Fret.
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
09 May 2008 07:26 |
SOme of the lads on T1050 have.
One lives in Eastbourne, who said he would put anyone up.
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StumpyDave
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Daytona 955i (04->)
09 May 2008 13:40 |
I've booked into a generic Travel/Premier/Lodge/Inn/Express/Holiday whatsit right on the front in Dover. I just need to find the confirmation email so I know which one it is.
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Welshman
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10 May 2008 12:01 |
Won't be able to go with you on the 25th of this month but will be up for it at later time or next year
Cheers
Welshman
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maximus vegetatorus
sussex,
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
11 May 2008 10:41 |
two weeks 
not heard anything from nhs yet, so pinkies crossed, should be ok
with the weather like this, i'm buggered if i know what gear to take now 
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ST2
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Speed Triple 955i (02-04)
11 May 2008 10:42 |
yer'll be buggered whatever you take / wear ..... 
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maximus vegetatorus
sussex,
United Kingdom
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
11 May 2008 10:45 |
riding these sort of distances normally numbs my bum enough not to feel anything
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ST2
M3 / J3,
United Kingdom
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Speed Triple 955i (02-04)
11 May 2008 10:45 |
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Fret.
South.,
United Kingdom
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
11 May 2008 10:48 |
I was perfectly warm enough in the Stormtrooper kit the other night.
Spoke to my Bro who says it was 33 C at his house!!!
Weather reports from various areas are 24C or more at present, with the odd shower.
I'm going for the gay look, with overjacket and trousers in the topbox, plus a sweatshirt if it's cold in't mountains.
Unless it changes of course.
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Fret.
South.,
United Kingdom
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
11 May 2008 13:24 |
2 weeks to get the following sorted
Compulsory items:
Bike Docs
Insurance
MOT
Licence
Passport
Items not to forget:
Ferry tickets (I have duplicates)
Travel Insurance
Breakdown insurance
WATERPROOFS
Money
Optional items that most places recommend that don't apply as we aren't DRIVING CARS.
Spare lamps
Hi-Viz jacket
Warning triangle
1st aid kit
Fire extinguisher
GB sticker
Beam deflectors
Meeting point is HERE, 1st services at Dover at 7.00AM LATEST
http://maps.google.com/ma.....mp;z=14&t=m
Here we will ALL FILL UP so as to get a good run the other side of the channel. We'll stop every 25 miles for the Daytonas to fill up, and every 2 hours to allow the YELOW bikes to catch up.
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StumpyDave
Lincolnshire,
United Kingdom
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Daytona 955i (04->)
11 May 2008 14:38 |
Fret,
Can you give us a list of hotel names/addresses so that we all know end of day destinations?
I'm not planning on getting lost/separated but have a bit of form in this respect.
Thanks
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Fret.
South.,
United Kingdom
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
11 May 2008 15:38 |
[edited]:
Here we are, with maps as well.
All on the Logis De France and ViaMichelin websites
Day 1 and 6
DES SOURCES
3, rue des Saules.
10150 CRENEY PRES TROYES
Tel: +33 (0)3.25.45.11.11
Fax: +33 (0)3.25.81.69.31
E-mail: accueil@hotel-sources
http://www.viamichelin.co.....productId=69800
Day 2 & 3
L'HERMITAGE
Av. du Vieux Pont.
74230 THONES
Tel: +33 (0)4.50.02.00.31
+33 (0)4.50.63.40.32
Fax: +33 (0)4.50.02.04.86
E-mail: hoteldelhermitage@wanadoo.fr
http://www.viamichelin.co.....productId=69800
Day 4
LA BASTIDE ST BACH
Quartier Saint-Bach.
26790 SUZE LA ROUSSE
Tel: +33 (0)4.75.04.85.67
Fax: +33 (0)4.75.04.85.67
E-mail: bastidestbach@orange.fr
http://www.viamichelin.co.....productId=69800
Day 5
HOTEL TOURETTE
28, rte du Vernet. - La Varenne
63500 PARENTIGNAT
Tel: +33 (0)4.73.55.01.78
Fax: +33 (0)4.73.89.65.62
E-mail: hotel.tourette@wanadoo.fr
http://www.viamichelin.co.....productId=69800
I've got some hard copies as well as rough route maps which I shall bring along.
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StumpyDave
Lincolnshire,
United Kingdom
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Daytona 955i (04->)
12 May 2008 18:12 |
Excellent thanks.
Now I have no excuse for not turning up in the same place as everyone else at the end of the day.
To be honest, the last time I got separated wasn't my fault. I was riding at the back of a group and the number plate feel off the Honda in front of me. I stopped to pick it up and it was 16 miles before anyone noticed I wasn't there.
At least, that's what they told me.
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maximus vegetatorus
sussex,
United Kingdom
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
12 May 2008 19:53 |
sd,
i normally bring up the rear (fnaar fnaar!) so if you're left behind, so am i
we'll get lost in france/switzerland/italy/outer mongolia together
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Fret.
South.,
United Kingdom
Posts: 36,240
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Tiger 1050 (07->)
12 May 2008 20:14 |
I have a special Hi-Viz bib for you. XXXXXXXXXL
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Depth Charge Ethel
Chi,
United Kingdom
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Daytona T595 (97-98)
12 May 2008 21:10 |
Fret
Thanks once again for putting in the work on this. I'm sure I can speak on behalf of all of us and say 'well done'.
Many thanks
Ethel
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