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First Victorian Vinduro event for 2014 is at Ballan on Feb 16
« on: January 26, 2014, 02:59:59 pm »
The first VERi shindig for 2014 will be a Sprint style event run in conjunction with the Ballan Tractor Pull. It will be run on a short natural terrain course, with a few obstacles thrown in for good measure.

It'll be a low key event, and a good chance to dust off the cobwebs in preparation for the bumper year of riding ahead. It's also a good opportunity to show off our sport to the general public.

Entry will be on the day, for a bargain entry fee of $30. Factor in a one day MV licence ($25) and one day VERi membership ($10) as applicable.

More details will be posted on the VERi website over the next week or so.

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Re: First Victorian Vinduro event for 2014 is at Ballan on Feb 16
« Reply #1 on: January 26, 2014, 03:15:27 pm »
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jhoi5bjeSsc
This is a youtube video of the 2012 tractor pull at Ballan - great old vintage machines, like ours!
Scooter News was at the Tooradin tractor pull last week and LOVED IT!  We will be coming to do the Ballan vinduro, although I think I will be distracted by the tractors and don't know how many laps I will get in.
Will have to get Jo and her whip to keep me away from the tractors...
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Re: First Victorian Vinduro event for 2014 is at Ballan on Feb 16
« Reply #2 on: January 26, 2014, 09:21:35 pm »
Can I ride my rm500 do I need a headlight and taillight on it still I'd like to make it haven't had a decent spin on the rm would like to, thanks Michael.
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Re: First Victorian Vinduro event for 2014 is at Ballan on Feb 16
« Reply #3 on: January 31, 2014, 01:03:35 pm »
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Can I ride my rm500 do I need a headlight and taillight on it

Well we'd prefer it there was. I would be amazed if you didn't have a spare PE headlight  amongst your vast collection!

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Re: First Victorian Vinduro event for 2014 is at Ballan on Feb 16
« Reply #4 on: January 31, 2014, 01:12:53 pm »
Thanks will do I hope to make it there, thanks Michael.
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Re: First Victorian Vinduro event for 2014 is at Ballan on Feb 16
« Reply #5 on: January 31, 2014, 01:21:27 pm »
What type of licence is required for this event, recreation or only race?
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Re: First Victorian Vinduro event for 2014 is at Ballan on Feb 16
« Reply #6 on: January 31, 2014, 02:50:47 pm »
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What type of licence is required for this event, recreation or only race?

Recreation. It's a non-competitive event.

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Re: First Victorian Vinduro event for 2014 is at Ballan on Feb 16
« Reply #7 on: February 10, 2014, 03:02:58 pm »
Tex is Ballan still a goer what with the weather and all? Jerry

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Re: First Victorian Vinduro event for 2014 is at Ballan on Feb 16
« Reply #8 on: February 10, 2014, 04:27:42 pm »

Tex is Ballan still a goer what with the weather and all? Jerry

Forecast for the area at this stage for Sunday 16th is 21* and cloudy with a bit of rain on the Friday and possible showers on the Saturday.

Not much chance of overheating there  8)

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Re: First Victorian Vinduro event for 2014 is at Ballan on Feb 16
« Reply #9 on: February 11, 2014, 09:28:32 am »
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Tex is Ballan still a goer what with the weather and all? Jerry

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Forecast for the area at this stage for Sunday 16th is 21* and cloudy with a bit of rain on the Friday and possible showers on the Saturday. Not much chance of overheating there

Weather forecast looks good, so even temperamental Euro bikes should behave themselves.

This vinduro/sprint will be a side event as part of the Ballan Vintage Machinery Rally & Tractor Pull. Check out the link below for more info:

http://www.visitmoorabool.com.au/festivals-events/218-ballan-vintage-machinery-rally

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Re: First Victorian Vinduro event for 2014 is at Ballan on Feb 16
« Reply #10 on: February 11, 2014, 11:15:43 am »
Tex was that a hurtful comment hurled in the general direction of my beloved Bultaco and its unpredictable behaviour when it comes to Drakies beloved cold start humiliation exercise? J PS Long sentence I know!

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Re: First Victorian Vinduro event for 2014 is at Ballan on Feb 16
« Reply #11 on: February 11, 2014, 11:34:00 am »
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Tex was that a hurtful comment hurled in the general direction of my beloved Bultaco and its unpredictable behaviour when it comes to Drakies beloved cold start humiliation exercise?

It was aimed at all Euro "exotica"!  ;)

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Re: First Victorian Vinduro event for 2014 is at Ballan on Feb 16 - Cancelled!
« Reply #12 on: February 11, 2014, 11:36:54 am »
Hi everyone,

Despite the benign weather forecast, unfortunately the area where we were to ride is deemed as being too much of a fire risk right now by the landowners/organisers. Sadly the vinduro/sprint has had to be cancelled. VERi apologises for any inconvenience, but obviously this is completely out of our control.

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Re: First Victorian Vinduro event for 2014 is at Ballan on Feb 16
« Reply #13 on: February 11, 2014, 12:42:05 pm »
Damn I thought it would be ok it is probably pretty dry through that way at the moment so I understand.

I was looking forward to it I will try to get to the next ride. :)
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Re: First Victorian Vinduro event for 2014 is at Ballan on Feb 16
« Reply #14 on: February 11, 2014, 01:52:37 pm »
Damn I thought it would be ok it is probably pretty dry through that way at the moment so I understand.

I was looking forward to it I will try to get to the next ride. :)

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