Slowbee

This thread is so far buried in the forum that it wont pop up that easily on main chat. It wont take away from the cycling aspect of the site. And besides, if one does not take advantage of certain powers one has then whats the point ????? (As the ex sheriff would say it could be considered bias). I am also on the motorhome home group of NZ (????) and like you guys the general sentiment is one of support. Even on the MIQ FB page it is positive about the lockdown, not the booking system. Ex pats are turning slightly xenophobic in desperation to get booking slots on MIQ (there is calls for NZ passport holders to be given priority). It is incredible what can be achieved when the general public agree with and hence comply with what the government is trying to achieve. In contrast to so many places where the public just did what they wanted anyway. However, I do hope they change their minds about residency visa's by the time we get there. The 16th cannot come fast enough. And I really hope they do not cancel flights into NZ.

How you guys feeling about the country wide lockdown for 1, yes 1 case ? What is the general sentiment ?

No, it is in almost brand new showroom condition. Only done 10 or so S2C's, desert dashes and other random country roads.

As I asked on the other thread .... price tag for a titus ? Want to put mine up in the classifieds.

You can also buy all the suspension bits and bobs from the planet x as well. Bit pricey - but doable.

drop me a PM with your details and I will post it to you.

If anyone is wanting to buy one, drop me a message. I am open to offers, otherwise it is going in the classifieds.

oh man such cool pics. But I see you yours and I raise in mine ...

Drop me a PM with your postal and I will send it off to you. Oh yes, also used my mod powers and removed your cell number. Not good to have it on an open forum.

Hi Guys Bit of a garage clean out. Any of you fancy this for your fancy builds ?

What bike racks do you guys use ? We have a thule 3 way. But should we ship (and wait 6 months) or buy something second hand ? Yes it does mean a car with tow bar. Rather sell and get one of those ones that sits on the boot of a hatch ?

Apparently e bikes are a big deal in NZ.

Thanks Guys. Looks like the choice is reality is going to be money regret or emotional regret. But no matter how we look at this, there is going to be some regret and spilt milk. But once the milk is gone, just let it go. So lets talk some real stuff!!! Spez Epic Evo 2020 model, so still new (but not Hub new) is it suited for NZ or do we take the knock and sell? Remember like most of you we will find new things to do. If the bikes are only suited to 50% of the trails and we can ride the dirt roads the other 50% then that would be great. I am also bringing the gravel bike and road bike and Mrs Slowbee bike's. My daughter has firmly put her foot down and told us to sell her blue pony, since she wants to ride a NZ bike in NZ. She does not want to ride a bike that will be different from the ones at the school she will be going to. Not that we know what school. But Miss Slowbee Junior, is like her mother. When the foot foot is put down, not even an open spending credit card will move that foot!

Sheesh did this route a long time ago. I think it is time for another ride report

Any of you willing to share your physical address ? I need to get a 2 box's of items delivered. Busy buying goodies (totally not related to moving over I might add. Its something I have wanted for so long it has now become a needed item). But I need to put in a delivery address as the company cannot hold the stock till we arrive. Maybe message me if you want comm's over email or whats app. As we are likely to be traveling/exploring for one or two weeks when we are released from MIQ and this from Auckland, we can come collect said item.

Thanks Dave That gives me a guide. What about camping stuff ? Things like camping chairs and table? National Luna fridge freezer ? Gazebo etc? We dont use tents, but sleep in the campervan. But should we bring or buy new ? Replacement cost vs shipping cost. It is a real bugger! As overlanders, we have a fair amount of camping kit. Should be bring it, or leave it?

Thanks for the heart failures guys! Not that I need more. Deciding what stays and what goes has me at the hairdresser trying to cover the grey/gray/grey. But, I asked Wayne this, but thought it best on open forum. Is there anything you regret not taking over with you ? Either something you sold or gave away here that you wished you had taken? Anything you miss? And since this is a cycling forum, did you guys take your bikes and bike kit with you ? As space (and hence money) is of concern to us we are weighing everything up. The main problem being, not many people are moving to NZ from SA, so being part of a group ship means you have no idea when your stuff is going to arrive (naturally the cheapest option). I would land up buying an N+1 if I did not know when the bikes were arriving. If we take a 20ft container, it will only be half filled and we would know more or less when the bikes arrive. However this is crap expensive as the container will mostly be empty. If we are what is called a cube container, we have to cut down HEAVILY on everything we take. Maybe even put 2 bikes on the plane with us (my daughter wants to cycle to school and new friends homes on her bike. Given she is on the spectrum selling her favourite blue pony for another one, is not going to work, let alone waiting 3 months or unspecified time to get it). Basically any of you take your bikes ? Any regrets leaving behind a bike ?

Oh yes, any chance one of you can create me a trademe profile ? Despite having a VPN the system wont let me past the "click through". There are one or two items we (I) am considering buying before we get there. Electronics are really cheap compared to here. Yes Yes, irresponsible and all that jazz. What is that I hear .... n+1 ....

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2021/jul/30/bots-and-scalpers-desperate-kiwis-try-everything-to-get-into-fortress-new-zealand The problem is with the MIQ booking system. But the principle and enforcement of the MIQ system are good ones.

Mod powers abused. Topic pinned.

No, no, no Mazambaan. You dont say overland 4x4 trip and not send pics or info. BUT PLEAAAAAAASE post pics and stuff in the camping thread. Tell us about where you went and what you did.

https://500px.com/photo/1020671955/Black-rhinoceros-by-Pedro-Jarque-Krebs/ world conservation day

What is the "home grown" market like ? Sort of the organic non commercial space. People who grow their own veggies from home or on small land areas? I fully realise this might be fantasy, but one of the things I am hoping to change is eating better. Now of course NZ is an small land mass, but would be great to get all the supplies from within a 50km radius. And of course organic. In CT have the Philipi farms and Zetlers and a whole bunch of others getting fresh produce is relatively easy. But getting fresh organic stuff is more tricky and more pricey. Like the veggie thread on the hub, is growing veggies at home a thing in NZ ?

I know a guy, who knows a guy, that will close your hub account if you dont post pictures and stories ! We need to see more this! Can you share your brand of sleeping bag ?

What sleeping bags and mats do you guys use ?