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As our Secretary, Andy Grew, is off sunning himself somewhere in Europe, it falls to me to do this report. The weather forecast was not great, so I had decided not to ride this year, but as I was the key holder for the Okeford Fitzpaine Recreation Ground pavilion, I had to get down there… Read more

What a fantastic day out, the weather was perfect, the run very scenic and the cafe’s were pleasant. We had our highest attendance of the year so far, and it was good to see many partners being tempted out. It was especially gratifying to see 4 Moto Guzzi’s, as well as the obligatory Laverda, one… Read more

An excellent attendance for Phil’s first Blandford Run after the sad loss of our friend Peter Miller. The weather forecast was not very encouraging and it was actually raining when I left home, but Blandford was, as usual(?) sunny if a little breezy! Lo’s Cafe was a new starting point and will, I think, definitely… Read more

Yesterday was meant to be our annual Good Friday Hot X Bun Run. Everything was ready: route to Aunt Fanny’s Café near Wimborne sorted, route sheets printed, hot X buns bought, pavilion booked and Easter Bunnies recruited. But after the torrential rain over the preceding few days, on safety grounds, it was felt unwise to… Read more

Very poor turn out for our Spring Run, when the day before we had approx 30 people for our breakfast meet! Do you want a luncheon club or riding club? Is this starting point unpopular or the route too long or any other reason why you did not want to participate? Feedback to me or… Read more

We were treated to a talk by John Young for our March club night. John has competed in many different motorcycle sports over the last 50+ years including trials, motocross, enduro, long distance trials and sprinting. As John is extremely modest about his achievements, Ray asked him questions to ensure his many competition successes were… Read more

Well it was the second day of Spring, therefore it snowed – obviously! I did phone Bernard to check if he wanted to cancel but, of course, he is made of sterner stuff than most and never cancels a run due to a bit of weather. Here’s Bernard’s report on the event. Four stalwart members… Read more

I think we would all like to thank Andrew and Ray for organising our Dorset Section stand at the Bristol Classic Motorcycle Show last weekend. We had a very good footfall even though our stand was not in the most prominent position, and may even have gained some new members. Andrew’s report on the show… Read more

This is my third year of organising the Valentines Run. The first year was cancelled due to a forecast hurricane and last year the weather didn’t look good so I was on my own! Different this year though with 12 riders plus two pillions signing on at Teals. Ok the coffee may be a bit… Read more

Bernard suggested this impromptu Run, as a bit of an experiment, as the weather looked good on the short range weather forecast. As we have to plan our entire years’ programme of events in October one thing we can’t allow for is the weather! This does result in some of our winter runs being cancelled.… Read more

As you are probably aware the proceeds from Ray & Linda’s annual Memorial Run are donated to charity. Last year their chosen charity was MacMillan Cancer Support. On the day £110 was raised by our generous entrants, which was increased to £200 from Dorset Section funds. Ray has recently received the attached letter of thanks… Read more

Eleven enthusiastic riders and a passenger plus non riding members and our President turned up at the Udder Farm Shop and Café for the first run of the 2024 season, our “Winter Run”. The weather was fine if a bit on the chilly side, just a little damp sheen on some of the roads, but… Read more

Ray was true to his word and did go to Sturminster as promised, he even did the run! Dedication above and beyond the call of duty. His report as follows. It’s hard to believe after all that rain it was dry and blue skies to start, although I feel it was the right decision to cancel the run as the… Read more

I think everyone will agree that Sherborne Golf Club proved to be an excellent venue for our Christmas Dinner. Food and service were excellent. It was good to see most of our members who have supported our club and participated in events throughout the year. We look forward to seeing you in 2024. The raffle… Read more

Although wet at the start, the weather was better than expected and we had an enjoyable run. Thanks to Phil for organising and to Paul M for the coffees. Report from Phil below. I was hoping no one would be daft enough to turn up today, but when l got to the start 8 hardy… Read more

After a week of rain we had dry roads and by 11.00am the fog had lifted when we observed the two minutes silence for Remembrance Day. Ten riders with two passengers signed on. Unfortunately we lost one man, his clutch failed after the first five miles. The rest of us followed the route which went… Read more

Eight keen souls signed on for the run. The weather forecast gave only a low probability of showers in the morning, with heavier rain after 3.00 pm. As it turned out it was a dry ride to The Ginger Piggery, but at the time I left the lunch stop I caught some light rain when… Read more

Not a bad gathering considering the sudden change in the weather. It was cool when I left home, but Mick Sobalak (Norvin) left his place near Christchurch at 7.30 and was warned of ice on the road. However when we started the run the temperature had risen to a balmy 8°C. 15 people signed on… Read more

A reasonable turnout of 14 bikes plus 3 pillions for the Autumn Run from a new start venue of Blackmarsh Farm in Sherborne. I have wanted to use this cafe for a while now but was prevented by Covid and also their changed opening hours, hence the move to a Saturday run. I think it… Read more

Rod Hann’s report on last Sunday’s excellent V&V run is below. Many thanks to Rod for organising this run and to Carol for laying on a lovely lunch. I still cannot believe you’ve both been doing this run for 44 years…and hopefully for many more. Sunday the 24th September saw the 44th running of the… Read more

Well a 400% better turnout than last year, but sadly that only represents 8 bikes. So what’s wrong, either the start is too far East, or the total run outward and return run is too long at 100 miles ? One rider came down from Trowbridge and Dave Brown came across from Maiden Newton. Most… Read more

I thought it might not be my day when the bike I was to ride would not start, even though it had the previous day. No problem, I got out my faithful Laverda RGS 1000 and got to the Virginia with no problems at all. A good turn out of 19 riders signed on, including… Read more

This year’s mixed Tiddlers Run was not with out its fun but little Carlo, my MV, did not let me down unlike a few others… With 13 signing on and fine weather for our start at King’s Stag what could go wrong?  Well our chairman did the very short route so he was ok unlike… Read more

A total of ten riders, plus two pillion passengers, had a pleasant ride from the Virginia Ash pub in Henstridge to Mapperton House Cafe near Beaminster. The weather was favourable and the roads were dry and clear. We were all happy with the “Follow the Leader” system and with a little bit of care it… Read more

25 bikes and riders, plus several pillions, joined the Chairman today for the annual Border run. Starting from the top of Gold Hill, Shaftesbury, the 48-mile route headed roughly South to Cranborne, then East, diverting before Fordingbridge towards Salisbury and finishing at Ansty PYO farm shop, where tea and cake were consumed in large quantities.… Read more