Dec 11th Kent ride out. 2016
Posted: Thu Nov 24, 2016 8:32 pm
Sunday, December 11, 2016
9:30 AM
MacDonalds. Sheppey Way, Bobbing, Sittingbourne ME9 8RZ
Just look for the Honda C90s
Start at Bobbing Apple/MacDonalds (We will be leaving at 0930 so don't think you can arrive at 0930 !!)
Down to Rye
Accross to Dungeness then back to Maidestone
Maybe to that new M/C cafe if it's still open when we arrive ??
Reca.............closes at 4pm
This is especially for Honda Cubs & similar so peeps can get used to the cold and long-ish rides. Any other small bikes are welcome but don't expect to be going fast. 50 mph is the absolute maximum and often slower on the hills.
This is a joint event with the C90Club & LMRC and we will be using the Drop off / Cornerman route marking system so please be sure you are familiar with this before you attend. 'Tis all here:-
Cornerman System - Please read and familiarize yourself with it before coming on the ride. You must not leave a corner you are marking until the tail-gunner arrives and waves you on. It is your responsibility to know who the ride leader and tail-gunner are before the ride begins. The Cornerman System is explained in detail below.
If you want to bring a bigger bike just remember that we will be riding in small mucky roads some of the time, maybe not the place for a litre sports bike !!
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The Cornerman System
Cornerman System Explanation
LEAD RIDER: In charge of the ride, he determines where each Cornerman will mark a spot, the direction of ride, stopping points and what to do when there are problems. He will set the pace for the ride, and will ensure he always has enough riders behind him to fill the Cornerman positions.
TAILGUNNER: The last Rider in the group, he is in charge of "sweeping" the ride, waving each Cornerman on, helping to locate missing Riders, helping with any breakdowns or injuries, and for informing the Lead Rider of any problems. The Lead Rider and the Tailgunner are kept in contact via mobile phone where necessary.

WINGMAN; There will normally be between one and four Wings on a ride, depending on the size of the group, Wings are there to assist the Ride Leader in keeping cohesion and tightness within the ride group. They will also help out in any emergency situations, where traffic control is required, or for the relaying of any communication between the Ride Leader and Tail Gunner.
SUMMARY
The Lead Rider indicates to the Rider behind him to become the Cornerman at any point where there is a change of direction (roundabout, corner, t-junction, etc.);
• The Cornerman will stop safely and signal to other Riders the direction taken by the Lead Rider;
• The Cornerman will remain at that point and keep an eye out for the Tailgunner, and will then rejoin the line only when he is waved on by the Tailgunner;
• Always follow the line in front of you and do not take any deviations or shortcuts unless indicated by a Cornerman;
• Where possible please try to keep the Rider in front of you in sight, i.e. try not to allow long gaps in the line. If you are not a confident Rider, or you are on a slower bike, then move to the left and motion for the Riders behind you to pass until you have only the Tailgunner behind you, that will take any pressure off you to go any faster than you want to. The same applies if you don’t want to be a Cornerman, just stay near the back of the line and others will pass you and take on the Cornerman positions.
If you become separated from the group, remain where you are and contact the ride leader, he will then safely stop the ride and send back a wingman / or tailgunner to collect you, please have your exact location ready.
9:30 AM
MacDonalds. Sheppey Way, Bobbing, Sittingbourne ME9 8RZ
Just look for the Honda C90s
Start at Bobbing Apple/MacDonalds (We will be leaving at 0930 so don't think you can arrive at 0930 !!)
Down to Rye
Accross to Dungeness then back to Maidestone
Maybe to that new M/C cafe if it's still open when we arrive ??
Reca.............closes at 4pm
This is especially for Honda Cubs & similar so peeps can get used to the cold and long-ish rides. Any other small bikes are welcome but don't expect to be going fast. 50 mph is the absolute maximum and often slower on the hills.
This is a joint event with the C90Club & LMRC and we will be using the Drop off / Cornerman route marking system so please be sure you are familiar with this before you attend. 'Tis all here:-
Cornerman System - Please read and familiarize yourself with it before coming on the ride. You must not leave a corner you are marking until the tail-gunner arrives and waves you on. It is your responsibility to know who the ride leader and tail-gunner are before the ride begins. The Cornerman System is explained in detail below.
If you want to bring a bigger bike just remember that we will be riding in small mucky roads some of the time, maybe not the place for a litre sports bike !!
___________________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Cornerman System
Cornerman System Explanation
LEAD RIDER: In charge of the ride, he determines where each Cornerman will mark a spot, the direction of ride, stopping points and what to do when there are problems. He will set the pace for the ride, and will ensure he always has enough riders behind him to fill the Cornerman positions.
TAILGUNNER: The last Rider in the group, he is in charge of "sweeping" the ride, waving each Cornerman on, helping to locate missing Riders, helping with any breakdowns or injuries, and for informing the Lead Rider of any problems. The Lead Rider and the Tailgunner are kept in contact via mobile phone where necessary.

WINGMAN; There will normally be between one and four Wings on a ride, depending on the size of the group, Wings are there to assist the Ride Leader in keeping cohesion and tightness within the ride group. They will also help out in any emergency situations, where traffic control is required, or for the relaying of any communication between the Ride Leader and Tail Gunner.
SUMMARY
The Lead Rider indicates to the Rider behind him to become the Cornerman at any point where there is a change of direction (roundabout, corner, t-junction, etc.);
• The Cornerman will stop safely and signal to other Riders the direction taken by the Lead Rider;
• The Cornerman will remain at that point and keep an eye out for the Tailgunner, and will then rejoin the line only when he is waved on by the Tailgunner;
• Always follow the line in front of you and do not take any deviations or shortcuts unless indicated by a Cornerman;
• Where possible please try to keep the Rider in front of you in sight, i.e. try not to allow long gaps in the line. If you are not a confident Rider, or you are on a slower bike, then move to the left and motion for the Riders behind you to pass until you have only the Tailgunner behind you, that will take any pressure off you to go any faster than you want to. The same applies if you don’t want to be a Cornerman, just stay near the back of the line and others will pass you and take on the Cornerman positions.
If you become separated from the group, remain where you are and contact the ride leader, he will then safely stop the ride and send back a wingman / or tailgunner to collect you, please have your exact location ready.
