Anyone from Australia...

**trip** · 11-28-2011, 09:48 PM

Hi Guys,
By my records, there are close to 44 members of the VBA in Australia. And since I haven't heard much out of you guys lately, I wanted to see if we might reorganize things in Australia.

Is Finky still around? I have him listed as the leader of the Aussie group.

Someone from Australia get in touch with me either here in this board or PM me and let me know. I'd like to reorganize and get things going in Australia.

Thanks,
Trip

madcow · 11-29-2011, 06:05 AM

g,day trip, i know about 10 of the members here, but all have been quiet in the last year, finky has recently moved to western australia, and most members on here rode with him when he was in victoria. i assume this is why most have been quiet as they no longer have the big fella to lead them, im still looking in here every week, but spend most time in the general areas, let us know what you have planned and ill try and help you out,,, cheers, james.

**trip** · 11-29-2011, 07:43 AM

Hi James,
Thanks for answering. I need someone to lead the Australian group and get things back together. I realize you guys are really spread out, but I'd like to assign a Australian Leader and even split up Aus into regions, like I've done with the USA and assign regional leaders. Would you, or someone else be willing to help out?

Thanks,
Trip

madcow · 11-30-2011, 06:02 AM

always willing to help trip, the biggest issue is distance.. and that the nomad wasnt a real big seller in australia.. im a moderator on another kawasaki forum which we do rides through and now that finky is on the other side of the country i rarely see another nomad.

**trip** · 11-30-2011, 01:37 PM

I realize that Australia is a big country. And the 44 members we have down there are spread out. Would you consider becoming a Region Leader? You could contact everyone virtually and get them back in the VBA using the forum.

I'd also like to see you guys plan a rally down there someday.

Monkeyman · 12-01-2011, 12:04 AM

I ate at an Outback Steakhouse a few times if that helps.

**trip** · 12-01-2011, 07:57 AM

Lol

**trip** · 12-01-2011, 09:43 AM

Is anyone in Australia willing to be the leader and start cultivating various groups in Australia???

cactusjack · 12-01-2011, 10:00 AM

I've consumed enough Foster's in my day to be considered an "honorary Aussie". Does that count?

**trip** · 12-01-2011, 10:11 PM

Hell, I'm desperate enough to even consider you Scott. LOL.

madcow · 12-02-2011, 05:29 AM

sorry , but we aussies dont even like fosters... it was popular in the 80s, but never seen these days.

i can give it a go if you like trip.. we did have a big meet once, we got about 15 nomads turn up...

**trip** · 12-02-2011, 07:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by madcow

sorry , but we aussies dont even like fosters... it was popular in the 80s, but never seen these days.

i can give it a go if you like trip.. we did have a big meet once, we got about 15 nomads turn up...

Alright James... if you're willing to give it a go.. so am I.

I'll announce that James "madcow" Hitchins is the new VBA Vice President-Australian Operations. This will make you part of the VBA staff.

I'll give you access to the staff board and post your bio on the website.

It will be your job to cultivate VBA members and regions in Australia by any means...electronically, holding rally's, get-togethers, etc. Once a region is created, you can appoint a Region Leader for that region.

I realize that this will take time and I (as well as the rest of the VBA staff) stand ready to help you anyway we can.

If you're cool with all of this... then let me know.

**ringadingh** · 12-02-2011, 07:50 AM

Id say 15 Nomads is a very respectful turnout for you fellas considering the geographics of Australia.
Im sure they still sell Fosters here. We used to drink it because it came in a one litre can, good for the times you can only have one beer.

madcow · 12-04-2011, 06:04 AM

yeah all good trip..

ringadingh, i can just remember my dads mates drinking from the 1 litre cans.. they arent around any more though.. we can still buy fosters, we just choose not to... i can go one better for you though.. i have a 2 litre stubby of NT draught in the fridge.... "yes officer ive only had one beer"...

Monkeyman · 12-04-2011, 06:36 AM

madcow --- If it would help, I'd be happy to make a trip down there to assist with a rally or two. Of course, you'd have to pay for my air fare and the shipping of my Nomad. Both ways.

11-28-2011, 09:48 PM	#1
trip VBA Founder Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Lindale, Texas Posts: 6,846	Anyone from Australia... Hi Guys, By my records, there are close to 44 members of the VBA in Australia. And since I haven't heard much out of you guys lately, I wanted to see if we might reorganize things in Australia. Is Finky still around? I have him listed as the leader of the Aussie group. Someone from Australia get in touch with me either here in this board or PM me and let me know. I'd like to reorganize and get things going in Australia. Thanks, Trip __________________ Robert "Trip" Hilliard VBA/KawaNOW - Founder/Past President VBA # 00001 Trip's Website Custer 09, 18 / Maggie Valley 11 / Eureka Springs 09, 17 / Antlers 09, 10, 11, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18 Texas Hill Country / Deals Gap / Colorado / Wyoming / Montana / Utah / More trips for Trip Login or Register to Remove Ads Last edited by trip; 11-29-2011 at 11:13 AM.
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11-29-2011, 07:43 AM	#3
trip VBA Founder Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Lindale, Texas Posts: 6,846	Hi James, Thanks for answering. I need someone to lead the Australian group and get things back together. I realize you guys are really spread out, but I'd like to assign a Australian Leader and even split up Aus into regions, like I've done with the USA and assign regional leaders. Would you, or someone else be willing to help out? Thanks, Trip __________________ Robert "Trip" Hilliard VBA/KawaNOW - Founder/Past President VBA # 00001 Trip's Website Custer 09, 18 / Maggie Valley 11 / Eureka Springs 09, 17 / Antlers 09, 10, 11, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18 Texas Hill Country / Deals Gap / Colorado / Wyoming / Montana / Utah / More trips for Trip
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11-30-2011, 01:37 PM	#5
trip VBA Founder Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Lindale, Texas Posts: 6,846	I realize that Australia is a big country. And the 44 members we have down there are spread out. Would you consider becoming a Region Leader? You could contact everyone virtually and get them back in the VBA using the forum. I'd also like to see you guys plan a rally down there someday. __________________ Robert "Trip" Hilliard VBA/KawaNOW - Founder/Past President VBA # 00001 Trip's Website Custer 09, 18 / Maggie Valley 11 / Eureka Springs 09, 17 / Antlers 09, 10, 11, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18 Texas Hill Country / Deals Gap / Colorado / Wyoming / Montana / Utah / More trips for Trip Login or Register to Remove Ads
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12-01-2011, 12:04 AM	#6
Monkeyman Top Contributor Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: North Wilkesboro, NC Posts: 6,289	I ate at an Outback Steakhouse a few times if that helps. __________________ Christopher "Monkeyman" Gray ---------------------------- Widows Sons "Overseers" Patriot Guard Rider USArmy 1987-1990 2021 Can Am Spyder RT 2018 Can Am Spyder RT Limited - SOLD 2014 Nomad - SOLD 2012 Victory Vision - SOLD 2007 Black Nomad - SOLD VMC #9367 VBA #1860
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12-01-2011, 07:57 AM	#7
trip VBA Founder Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Lindale, Texas Posts: 6,846	Lol __________________ Robert "Trip" Hilliard VBA/KawaNOW - Founder/Past President VBA # 00001 Trip's Website Custer 09, 18 / Maggie Valley 11 / Eureka Springs 09, 17 / Antlers 09, 10, 11, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18 Texas Hill Country / Deals Gap / Colorado / Wyoming / Montana / Utah / More trips for Trip
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11-29-2011, 06:05 AM	#2
madcow Advanced Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: echuca/moama. australia Posts: 603	g,day trip, i know about 10 of the members here, but all have been quiet in the last year, finky has recently moved to western australia, and most members on here rode with him when he was in victoria. i assume this is why most have been quiet as they no longer have the big fella to lead them, im still looking in here every week, but spend most time in the general areas, let us know what you have planned and ill try and help you out,,, cheers, james.
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11-30-2011, 06:02 AM	#4
madcow Advanced Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: echuca/moama. australia Posts: 603	always willing to help trip, the biggest issue is distance.. and that the nomad wasnt a real big seller in australia.. im a moderator on another kawasaki forum which we do rides through and now that finky is on the other side of the country i rarely see another nomad.
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12-01-2011, 09:43 AM	#8
trip VBA Founder Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Lindale, Texas Posts: 6,846	Is anyone in Australia willing to be the leader and start cultivating various groups in Australia??? __________________ Robert "Trip" Hilliard VBA/KawaNOW - Founder/Past President VBA # 00001 Trip's Website Custer 09, 18 / Maggie Valley 11 / Eureka Springs 09, 17 / Antlers 09, 10, 11, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18 Texas Hill Country / Deals Gap / Colorado / Wyoming / Montana / Utah / More trips for Trip
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12-01-2011, 10:00 AM	#9
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	I've consumed enough Foster's in my day to be considered an "honorary Aussie". Does that count? __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
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12-01-2011, 10:11 PM	#10
trip VBA Founder Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Lindale, Texas Posts: 6,846	Hell, I'm desperate enough to even consider you Scott. LOL. __________________ Robert "Trip" Hilliard VBA/KawaNOW - Founder/Past President VBA # 00001 Trip's Website Custer 09, 18 / Maggie Valley 11 / Eureka Springs 09, 17 / Antlers 09, 10, 11, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18 Texas Hill Country / Deals Gap / Colorado / Wyoming / Montana / Utah / More trips for Trip
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12-02-2011, 05:29 AM	#11
madcow Advanced Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: echuca/moama. australia Posts: 603	sorry , but we aussies dont even like fosters... it was popular in the 80s, but never seen these days. i can give it a go if you like trip.. we did have a big meet once, we got about 15 nomads turn up...
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12-02-2011, 07:50 AM	#13
ringadingh Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Newmarket Ontario Canada Posts: 35,387	Id say 15 Nomads is a very respectful turnout for you fellas considering the geographics of Australia. Im sure they still sell Fosters here. We used to drink it because it came in a one litre can, good for the times you can only have one beer.
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12-04-2011, 06:04 AM	#14
madcow Advanced Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: echuca/moama. australia Posts: 603	yeah all good trip.. ringadingh, i can just remember my dads mates drinking from the 1 litre cans.. they arent around any more though.. we can still buy fosters, we just choose not to... i can go one better for you though.. i have a 2 litre stubby of NT draught in the fridge.... "yes officer ive only had one beer"...
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12-04-2011, 06:36 AM	#15
Monkeyman Top Contributor Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: North Wilkesboro, NC Posts: 6,289	madcow --- If it would help, I'd be happy to make a trip down there to assist with a rally or two. Of course, you'd have to pay for my air fare and the shipping of my Nomad. Both ways. __________________ Christopher "Monkeyman" Gray ---------------------------- Widows Sons "Overseers" Patriot Guard Rider USArmy 1987-1990 2021 Can Am Spyder RT 2018 Can Am Spyder RT Limited - SOLD 2014 Nomad - SOLD 2012 Victory Vision - SOLD 2007 Black Nomad - SOLD VMC #9367 VBA #1860
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