Harrow Vinduro July 27-28, 2013

[XC83]

Thank you to all of the hard working people for putting such a great ride together.

I had an intersting ride some fencing (thanks to the sweep with side cutters), some rock gardening (thanks to the KDX rider for helping me and the bike recover) and a few other steps offs along the way.

Many thanks to my team mates nearly all of which have their own tales of woe to tell. Congratulations to the ACT Team; it's comforting to know that your surrounded by NSW and condolences to the Capertee (Welsh) team which once again lived up to everyones expectations.

[nada]

Big Thanks to the organisers!!! You all know who you are!!

My first VINDURO, and i'm hooked, quite possibly the best event i have ever been to! I think i need a bike with a bit more balls though:)

The old DR250 did her best, but was out of action by the 3rd section:)

The circuit was unreal, meet some awesome people, what a great atmosphere!

Shit i hope you guys secure some land for next year:)

Thanks Again!!!
NA

[albrid-3]

I am ready to go again, will be picking up my new ride this week, I am also hooked.

[Chilly]

I picked up my next years bike on the way home!!

[nada]

I picked up my next years bike on the way home!!

Yeah, I had mine sorted by the end of the day:)

[80-85 husky]

Anyone want a VX 800 Suzuki??? I dragged it all the way to Harrow to meet a bloke from Mt Gambier who "wanted it" (and I had offer and acceptance) but he said "it wasn't what he expected" ? WTF what cant you "expect" about a VX 800??

so ive still got it.. its a mates who has gone to Sweden. pretty clean and will walk through a RWC.

Would have been a handful on Sunday though...

[Rookie#1]

Anyone want a VX 800 Suzuki??? I dragged it all the way to Harrow to meet a bloke from Mt Gambier who "wanted it" (and I had offer and acceptance) but he said "it wasn't what he expected" ? WTF what cant you "expect" about a VX 800??

so ive still got it.. its a mates who has gone to Sweden. pretty clean and will walk through a RWC.

Would have been a handful on Sunday though...

What a pain in the ass!! I guess that was the roadie sitting on the trailer out the front of "Seldom Inn" all weekend?? Put it up in the for sale section here, ya just never know what folks are chasing.

[oz555ktm]

  Well I did enjoyed My first Harrow Got two laps in But I had to retire .
   Wet from the River and Bent bars from the poly pipe ..
   Thanks to Texs Brother and Mate for all your Help that a Beer I owe you both (  asks Tex my   word is Good on the Beers )
    and the sweep riders 
   And the bloke on the Yamaha who helped me out of the Sink Hole ...
   Harrow will see ya next year for shoure ...
  Now I must fix the KTM 4 stroke New bars .New Rear brake  and a Bloody Good Wash ..

   Thanks To all who helped to run the event it was a Job well Done

    Dennis  Oz555ktm   

[Chilly]

Well Harrow was my first vinduro and I thought it was fantastic. I went there not knowing anyone or knowing what to expect. I've been riding for a long time and don't think I have ever been to such a friendly and welcoming event. It was great to see so many people just out having a good time. The fast guys were nice enough to not run me off the track when overtaking and on the odd occasion when I did catch up to someone getting past was never a problem which is a rare thing these days.

The reason I think this event was so successful was that you could ride just about anything, to everyone who rode an old dunger you are a legend!

[XC83]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lSmbBp-4Ofc

A couple of minutes with a clear lens

[b490]

 Looks like fun ,
 500 auto sounds nice  Wayne.
 How long did it take to do a full lap?

 Regards ,
               Steve

[albrid-3]

Well I did 3 stages before we retired, and that took about 2 .5 - 3 hours, and there was 6 stages. I am hooked., its easy on the body, every corner is different, hills were step. you can stop when ever you like, and its very well run. highly recommend.

[2fITy.J]

I've done a dozen or more events (Harrow 2013 could've been the 13th......) including last years Harrow and it is the prime event on the calendar, a real must do.

Unfortunately, this year I broke my gear lever off trying to find neutral at checkpoint #1.

It was absolutely no trouble for one of the fellas there to drive me back to camp to get some vice grips and bring me back to the checkpoint again.

Too bad the vice grips didn't do the trick and I had to retire the event...at least I knew the way back to camp!

It was a fantastic run event, Drakey has excelled again along with the marvelous crew that power the event along. I will red plate at least one of my bikes ready for next years Harrow.




Cheers,
Chris.

[80-85 husky]

I need to thank ol mate on the Yamaha as well

He prevented me attempting a kamakazi bog crossing without any speed!

he then helped me back it out of the pooh which was great as I was stuffed....

If he hadn't yelled "Don't!!!" I would still be there....

Last year was my first go and it really is a great ride. lets hope Drakey can pull something out of the bag for nxt yr.

[albrid-3]

The Otways would also be a great Ride , Gellibrand Town  could be the start point. great pub, caravan park.