Prescott Bike Festival Sunday 10th April
 

I have booked a club stand measuring 10 meters by 6 meters for this event for which I should get 14 entry tickets for club members.

http://www.prescottbikefestival.com/

Nearer the time I will be asking for volunteers that are willing to come along to the event and display their bikes and help man the stand.
Its early days yet, but I would like to think we could have something similar to what we have done at the Popham megameet in the past but using the Party Tent we used in the Ducati Village at the Donington WSBk event in 2009.

Anybody interested in coming along and lending a hand please email me at skidlids@ntlworld.com and I will draw up a list.

Having been to Prescott before (and Gurston Down) to watch the odd Hill Climb I couldn't resist the oppotunity to have a go myself, so I've paid my money and booked a couple of runs up the hill on my 1100 Monster

Kevin

Thanks indeed Kev, count me in, sounds great.

Best regards,

James

Nice one Kev, will relocate the Hants meet for the day, look forward to seeing the Monster Coming Over The Hill :D

Cheers Roy the more support the better
Once I know how many vehicle passes I will get I will try and sort something out with bikes for displaying on the Club stand

Whats the chances of the Ex Caparossi 990 coming over the hill :o

Very good apparently Kev.....

Only just seen the post on Ducati UK for this - sounds GREAT!

But the organisers might need telling who we are again :confused:

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http://www.prescottbikefestival.co.uk/

* Things Money Can't Buy Charity Auction
* Racing Stars Run The Hill – see our Facebook page for latest riders
* John Reynolds (Suzuki) and Chris Walker (Norton) confirmed
* Not be missed race bikes including Capirossi's GP5
* You're chance to Run the famous Prescott Hill
* Custom & Vintage displays
* Some really special classic cars
* Stunt Starz Stunt Team
* Live Bands (The Tantrics and Supanaut)
* Suzuki Off Road Experience
* Bike Safe and Advanced Motorcycle Groups
* Training Schools and Get On
* Owners Clubs

* Ducati Sporting :confused::confused::confused:

* Lots and lots of trade stands
* Dancing Girls
* Great food & beer
* Formula One Simulator
* Every motorcycle manufacturer will be there
* See the new 2011 bikes
* Not to be missed Charity Auction
* Helicopter Rides
* Track record holder runs the Hill
* All the proceeds going to Blood Bike charities

Not that far off now so time to try and sort a few things
The DSC envelope turned up containing 3 vehicle passes and 8 wrist bands, I also have a fewl more wrist bands that came in my pack along with my Run the Hill entry, not as many as I was expecting but only a couple short.

So looking for 12 volunteers, ideas and things to help us put together a stand

Once I've checked the paperwork I will see how the vehicle passes are used, They may be for Vans only and not bikes.
There will be no movement of vehicles in the showground after 8:30am so a bit of a early start required.
I'm going up on Saturday in my van along with two of my bikes.

Do we go for the Party tent or has anyone got a couple of Gazebos we can use, also banners etc. I have a Ducati banner I picked up at the Ducati village at Donington a couple of years ago.

I'm looking into getting some DD flyers printed up and we also need to get some membership forms printed

As with the Popham Megameet and the BMF Rally the stand area is Grass so some wooden stakes will come in Handy unless someone has some proper metal stakes they use for roping off areas. Also pieces of wood or plastic pucks to go under the sidestands.

Kev and Trudi have already siad they will help as has Steve Klee (Imola Duke) and if James (007) offer above still stands we have 4 plus myself.

Our Display area is 10M X 6M so we should be able to display a decent amount of bikes

Nick is away so would have to be in the car and with son in tow, see if I can convince him...

Kev, we used to have a load of the metal stake things to use for roping off area's-back from when we used to do a Ducati parking area at Superbike rounds-LONG time ago! I don't know who might have them if they still exist-possibly Chris??
I did stick my hand up to help and bring either Mutley or the RT if you want then.

John

Hello Kev,

I'm still happy to help, but as I will be coming from Henley-on-Thames, a pre-8.30am start is early. I guess a 2 hour run should do it.

Anyone in the area fancy joining up for a ride in together?

Thanks & best regards,

James

Kev, what is bike parking like (hardstanding/grass?) and what is security like?

I have a 3mx3m gazebo and i'm still trying to get the old fella to bring his MHR bevel rep.

Prescoot Bike Show
 

Will there be anyone riding to the event on Sunday? If so I'd like to tag along. Please let me know where to meet and what time. I'll be coming from Henley.

Thanks indeed.

Prescott Bike Show - 10th April
 

Will there be anyone riding to the event on Sunday? If so I'd like to tag along. Please let me know where to meet and what time. I'll be coming from Henley.

Thanks indeed.

Kev

How many bikes are you looking at putting on the stand/how many do you have? Let me know if you want my 848 (Corse ;) ) or my DD bike and I will try to figure out the logistics.

Roy after reading your post I emailed the Festival organiser and here is the reply I got back

Hi Kevin

When the Bike Park is full, the overflow is on grass. We’re providing pucks (for a voluntary donation) if / when we move to grass.

Like every event I know of – no, there is no car park security. Suggest the guys who are concerned arrive early and get into the hard standing bike park, which is in the paddock, someone will be there most of the time and certainly no big refrigerated vans will have access!




The Gazebo would be really useful Steve and the bike a good addition to the range



Ron I was thinking of 8 to 10 bikes, a couple of DD bikes and the rest road bikes

Kev P will be providing one of the DD bikes and I could provide another

Buggsy is probably bringing his 916SPS, I’ll have my 1100 Monster there but as I’m down to do a couple of runs up the Hill Climb I may have to park it elsewhere.

So a trick 848 such as yours would be most welcome

James (007) has also volunteered



John if your still willing I think either Mutley or the RT would be good additions to the stand

I will try and finalise a list Friday Saturday so I can then get addresses and send out passes early next week


So at the moment we could be looking at

Kev P – DD bike
Buggsy – 916SPS
Monty – RT or Mutley
Steve Klee – MHR
James (007) – 996
Ron Jolley – 848 or DD bike
Kev E (as in me) M1100 & DD bike or 998

Hello Kev,

Yes indeed I'm still coming. I plan to leave Henley around 6am, to get to the show ~8am. My mobile number is 07879 015 008, could you text me your number so we can coordinate closer to the time, regarding passes, entrance and meeting points etc.

Look forward to it, despite the early start.

Regards,

James

No worries. That is probably easier for me anyway. I don't have to worry about cars or trailers, I can just ride it up there from that London. e-mail or text me when you know exactly what is going on.

Also, if any of you taking a van has a 996/748 etc paddock stand you fancy taking along, it should fit the 848 and make a proper show of it (I don't fancy throwing my stand over my shoulder!! ;) )

Here is the latest update from the organisers, Note the bit about vehicle movements on the last line. it may be possible to get bikes on to the stand after 8:30, although you may have to push them
And best I read the rules again.


Only nine days to go.

Exhibitor space is now fully booked!

We’re now including a free prize draw with a top prize of 2 x VIP tickets to a BSB round plus other prizes. Draw is at 4:00pm on the Sunday, prizes going to those who are still there. Good for us in terms of data capture and good for you in we keep the visitors a little longer.

Just a couple of reminders for you:

· Any last minute marketing would be great – social media is ideal.
· Exhibitor Party on Saturday night – please confirm numbers if you haven’t already done so. Please don’t email me again if you have already!
· Same with Saturday night camping – please confirm numbers if you haven’t already done so. Please don’t email me again if you have already!
· Download and read the Exhibitor Manual if you haven’t already done so – ignorance of the rules is not an excuse

On set up, please be patient with the volunteers as they will be with you but it’s going to be busy and your cooperation in moving vehicles when asked would be most appreciated.

Remember – after 08:30 on the Sunday – no 4 wheel vehicle movement.

Thanks for the parking update Kev :)

Your welcome Roy

Just been having a bit of a trawl through the exhibitors manual, any electrical equipment we take to use needs to be PAT tested. Luckily I can do that so I had better get my hook up leads and light unit done and Kev P's as well

I think the best plan is to ride the Bevel over myself but that means i can't bring the gazebo unless someone picks it up or if some are going over the night before to camp i could drop it over then ?
I only live 12 miles away.

Steve if you could drop it in on Saturday, I'm planning on being there late Sat afternoon

Right its time to get some tickets in the Post

So if your name is on the list below could you please email your address to me at skidlids@ntlworld.com
or
collect at H-Cafe tomorrow (namely those in the first group of names)

The remainder of the tickets I will be posting to Roy (Dementor) to distribute among those that join him for the ride to Prescott next Sunday

Kev P + Trudi (Displaying DD Bike)
Buggsy (Displaying 916SPS)
Matty + Chris (May display 1098R)
James 007 (Displaying 996)

Steve Klee (Displaying MHR)
Ron Jolley (Displaying 848)
Monty (Displaying Mutley or RT)

Martin Sisley (MJS) Hopefully Martin can tie up with Roy and see if there are any other tickets not used.

Update of whats on
I wonder what they're charging for Dyno runs, as I wouldn't mind putting the M1100 on the Dyno

# Things Money Can't Buy Charity Auction
# Free Prize Draw with a top prize of 2 x VIP tickets to a BSB round. Draw at 4:00pm on the Sunday.
# Racing Stars Run The Hill – see our Facebook page for latest riders
# Meet the Stars: John Reynolds (Suzuki); Chris Walker (Norton); Gary Mason (BSB Kawasaki), HM Plant Honda's 2006, 2007 and 2010 BSB Champion Ryuichi Kiyonari (yes, that's right); Jason O'Halloran the 2007 Australian Superstock Champion (HM Plant Honda BSB Superstock) and Richard Cooper, Hawk Racing/Buildbase BMW Motorrad Superstock Team.
# Not be missed race bikes including Capirossi's GP5
# Mobile Dyno Truck by TT Motorsports
# Custom & Vintage displays
# Some really special classic cars
# Stunt Starz Stunt Team
# Live Bands (The Tantrics and Supanaut)
# Suzuki Off Road Experience
# Bike Safe and Advanced Motorcycle Groups
# Training Schools and Get On
# Owners Clubs
# Ducati Sporting
# Lots and lots of trade stands
# Dancing Girls
# Great food & beer
# Formula One Simulator
# Every motorcycle manufacturer will be there
# See the new 2011 bikes
# Not to be missed Charity Auction
# Helicopter Rides
# Track record holder runs the Hill
# All the proceeds going to Blood Bike charities

Pass arrived Yesterday, cheers Kev.

Just found out my battery is flat though.... so might have to jump it off the car Sat and give it a run so it will start on Sunday.

No probs, I'll call you before, just so busy at work at the mo and i need to pick up a ST4 from watford before Sunday :)

I know that busy feeling Steve
I'll have a pass for you at the Show that you can pick-up Saturday PM

right after being stood up by the wife!!(dont ask)i will now be going to this if anyone from the newbury area is going on sunday can i tag along?!!

http://www.ducatisportingclub.com/sh...ad.php?t=84169

Shell garage Winnall Winchester @7am >
A34 >
A4 towards Hungerford at 07.30 ish

really fancy this :(

Put ya boy on the back of the Numpty then ;)

or

he could babysit Chelle & Steve's brood:D

if he wants to bring them round I'll entertain them....

Roy - no kit anymore so couldnt, have thought about coming in the car; if you have any spare Roy (tickets not tyre - we know the answer to that ;) ) text me...you know me; difficult to refuse anything 'free' :lol:

Count me in for Sunday Roy.

Clint.

Cheers Kev

I got the gazebo out this evening and chucked it in the van.
I'm working till approx 3pm so i'll give you a call for your ETA at prestbury.
I'm hoping to finish early on Sunday if all go's to plan so i can get over sooner!