2017
See what happened at club nights in 2017
January Club Night.
Well first of all let me wish everyone a belated happy new year - lets hope its a good one.
It's that time of year again where we need your support, at the weekend of the 25-26th March it's the Manchester bike show a little earlier than last year and we need about 12 bikes again for the stand. This area we have is the same size as was last year which is twice that of the early shows so the bikes won't be on top of each other. If you'd like to have your bike included send an email to Jon giving him details of your bike etc. YOU must be able to get your bike to Event City on the Friday and take it home on the Sunday after the show closes at 5pm.
As you know Rainy Daze 13 was the last so there will be an empty spot in your calendar so keep an eye on the events and calendar pages as events start being announced they will be updated and of course for those weekend ride-outs.
All the houses are booked for the Kulture Kruize , there is however one place available. Unfortunately someone has had to drop out - get in touch with Barry if you want to go.
This months meeting was extra special as Norman gave one of his excellent talks on Sturgis. For those of you that went on the Rainy City Club trip to Sturgis in 2009 it will have brought back some good memories, for those that didn't it gave you an insight to what its like.
It's that time of year again where we need your support, at the weekend of the 25-26th March it's the Manchester bike show a little earlier than last year and we need about 12 bikes again for the stand. This area we have is the same size as was last year which is twice that of the early shows so the bikes won't be on top of each other. If you'd like to have your bike included send an email to Jon giving him details of your bike etc. YOU must be able to get your bike to Event City on the Friday and take it home on the Sunday after the show closes at 5pm.
As you know Rainy Daze 13 was the last so there will be an empty spot in your calendar so keep an eye on the events and calendar pages as events start being announced they will be updated and of course for those weekend ride-outs.
All the houses are booked for the Kulture Kruize , there is however one place available. Unfortunately someone has had to drop out - get in touch with Barry if you want to go.
This months meeting was extra special as Norman gave one of his excellent talks on Sturgis. For those of you that went on the Rainy City Club trip to Sturgis in 2009 it will have brought back some good memories, for those that didn't it gave you an insight to what its like.
The raffle winners
Next Club night is Feb 28th
February Club Night.
February club night was a well attended night.
The big news in case you haven't heard yet is that Barry our club President of 23 years has decided to hang up his role, Jon read out the details which I have reproduced below:
The big news in case you haven't heard yet is that Barry our club President of 23 years has decided to hang up his role, Jon read out the details which I have reproduced below:
El Presidente - At last month’s committee meeting after 24 years on the committee with 15 of those as our President, Barry advised us that he wouldn’t be re-standing at the AGM in October.
We all told him we would like him to stay and asked him to reconsider. At last week’s meeting he confirmed that he hadn’t changed his mind and wanted to ride more and have time for all his other interests (Manchester United and the Shoe-box charity to name but two). At the request of the committee, in recognition of all he’s done for the club and as a thank-you, Barry has accepted the position of Honourary Life President. We will be working with him over the next seven months to share out his duties and we’ll keep you informed. JD |
So there you have it.
On a lighter note Chris McDonald hosted a live music quiz - no he didn't sing..! he played a selection of music, it made for a pleasant change.
And the winner was:
On a lighter note Chris McDonald hosted a live music quiz - no he didn't sing..! he played a selection of music, it made for a pleasant change.
And the winner was:
And the raffle winners were.
Next Club night is Mar 28th
March Club Night.
Not much to report this month other than the Manchester Bike Show a big thank you to al that helped out with the set up on the Friday and the packing up on Sunday. It was a great success, if you've never been yet you owe it to yourself to go at least once. We had another success this year with Phil winning a prize with his custom painted Fat Bob - well done Phil.
The winner of the quiz this month was.....
The winner of the quiz this month was.....
The raffle winners ....are
Next Club night is April 25th
April Club Night.
Well we must be doing something right as we had 4 new members turn up this evening, they are
Doris Valentine, Roger & Tracey Barlow and Andy (Wiggy) Ponting welcome to you all we hope to see a lot more of you and hope you enjoy your new club.
For the beniefit of new members and those that haven't heard, last year was the last of Rainy Daze our club rally. However as you may know both Helen & I are also part of the AACI (American Auto Club International) and we have been putting on American car rallies for the last 8 years, 3 times a year. Thats 24 shows/rallies, for this year we have had to find a new venue which is Kelmarsh Hall in Northampton. This has given us (AACI)
a plus & minus, the plus being we now have more control in that we don't have to bow to Billing Aquadrome's rules (previous venue) but on the minus side all we have is a massive field to fill.
So what we have suggested is that Rainy City come down as a club and use our facilities to have a party weekend. The shows are from Friday to Sunday afternoon. all you have to do is pay your camping. See the flyer in the events page.
The quiz winners this month were Bill (again), Andy Andy (new member) and Anita (Andy's other half). Here she is collecting the prize.
Doris Valentine, Roger & Tracey Barlow and Andy (Wiggy) Ponting welcome to you all we hope to see a lot more of you and hope you enjoy your new club.
For the beniefit of new members and those that haven't heard, last year was the last of Rainy Daze our club rally. However as you may know both Helen & I are also part of the AACI (American Auto Club International) and we have been putting on American car rallies for the last 8 years, 3 times a year. Thats 24 shows/rallies, for this year we have had to find a new venue which is Kelmarsh Hall in Northampton. This has given us (AACI)
a plus & minus, the plus being we now have more control in that we don't have to bow to Billing Aquadrome's rules (previous venue) but on the minus side all we have is a massive field to fill.
So what we have suggested is that Rainy City come down as a club and use our facilities to have a party weekend. The shows are from Friday to Sunday afternoon. all you have to do is pay your camping. See the flyer in the events page.
The quiz winners this month were Bill (again), Andy Andy (new member) and Anita (Andy's other half). Here she is collecting the prize.
And the Raffle winners are:
Next Club night is May 30th
May Club Night.
Tonights meeting was a bit smaller than normal probably due to half term and holidays I'm guessing. As the numbers were down we decided not to do the quiz and save it for next time.
There was some news though, not all good I'm afraid. We all know and love Nobby, Barry informed us that his health was getting worse so he's decided to sell his bike and sidecar outfit, if anyone interested then drop Barry a line and let him know and 'm sure he'll pass your details onto Nobby.
For those that haven't heard already at the Kulture Kruize Keith & Kath Mabey unfortunately came of their bike, low speed but as we know they are just as bad as high speed as the bike can fall onto you.They are both making a recovery, thankfully.
On a more somber note Barry informed us that a couple were unfortunately killed when they hit a Range Rover head on (it was on the wrong side of the road) on the way back from the Wallace Rally.
On a lighter note Chris is going to be doing another music quiz at the next club night so make sure you're back from your holidays and get on down to the Woodthorpe on June 27th.
There was however the raffle and here are your winners.
There was some news though, not all good I'm afraid. We all know and love Nobby, Barry informed us that his health was getting worse so he's decided to sell his bike and sidecar outfit, if anyone interested then drop Barry a line and let him know and 'm sure he'll pass your details onto Nobby.
For those that haven't heard already at the Kulture Kruize Keith & Kath Mabey unfortunately came of their bike, low speed but as we know they are just as bad as high speed as the bike can fall onto you.They are both making a recovery, thankfully.
On a more somber note Barry informed us that a couple were unfortunately killed when they hit a Range Rover head on (it was on the wrong side of the road) on the way back from the Wallace Rally.
On a lighter note Chris is going to be doing another music quiz at the next club night so make sure you're back from your holidays and get on down to the Woodthorpe on June 27th.
There was however the raffle and here are your winners.
Next Club night is June 27th
June Club Night.
Well a pretty good turn-out tonight and a couple of new members.
Chris Mac was playing host with another of his music quizzes which made for an entertaining evening, pretty difficult being in two sections - Car Parts or US States/Capitals as either the artist or the song/lyrics, mmm took some thinking about.
We have two new members though I'm sorry I didn't get your names.
Kath & Keith Maybe turned up making a welcome appearance after their recent accident at the Kulture Kruize.
Kevin talked us through the latest flyers and events that were coming up - don't forget the Rainy City Road Trip get your booking form in ASAP.
The latest issue of Hogwash was handed out so you should have your copy soon.
Chris Mac was playing host with another of his music quizzes which made for an entertaining evening, pretty difficult being in two sections - Car Parts or US States/Capitals as either the artist or the song/lyrics, mmm took some thinking about.
We have two new members though I'm sorry I didn't get your names.
Kath & Keith Maybe turned up making a welcome appearance after their recent accident at the Kulture Kruize.
Kevin talked us through the latest flyers and events that were coming up - don't forget the Rainy City Road Trip get your booking form in ASAP.
The latest issue of Hogwash was handed out so you should have your copy soon.
Next Club night is July 25th
July Club Night.
It was a fairly regular night with Ken presenting one of his 'WHO AM I' quizzes - it was a bit easier this time with more clues.
Kevin read through the month's fliers (you should all have copies via email from Barry) and we had a couple of new faces.
We had a few more bookings for the club BBQ at KELMARSH, so we should be well represented, hopefully!
So here are this months winners.
Next Club night is August 29th
August Club Night.
Chris Mac opened the meeting in Barry's absence and reminded people that inside this month's HOGWASH were Membership Renewals along with COMMITTEE VOTING papers, and urged folks to complete them ASAP. He also reminded everyone that FREE FOOD would be available at the October AGM, but asked folk to confirm their attendance so we can order food quantities correctly.
Chris also mentioned again about Barry's retirement as PRESIDENT and that the committee would be sharing Barry's duties as no-one wanted to succeed him as President.
Kevin presented the month's flyers and demonstrated a 'stealth' hoodie, which Barry had ordered in response to some comments about the 'PIG IN A PUDDLE' logo. It was embroidered in black cotton onto a black hoodie and was very well received - let's see if orders follow!
Ken did a' regular' 3-part quiz, which was popular, although no-one had remembered to bring the prizes for the winners - doh ! Mal did the raffle - again without prizes! Jon issued IOUs to the winners for encashment at the next meeting, if Barry remembers to bring extra prizes!
So here are the receivers of IOU's
Chris also mentioned again about Barry's retirement as PRESIDENT and that the committee would be sharing Barry's duties as no-one wanted to succeed him as President.
Kevin presented the month's flyers and demonstrated a 'stealth' hoodie, which Barry had ordered in response to some comments about the 'PIG IN A PUDDLE' logo. It was embroidered in black cotton onto a black hoodie and was very well received - let's see if orders follow!
Ken did a' regular' 3-part quiz, which was popular, although no-one had remembered to bring the prizes for the winners - doh ! Mal did the raffle - again without prizes! Jon issued IOUs to the winners for encashment at the next meeting, if Barry remembers to bring extra prizes!
So here are the receivers of IOU's
Next Club night is September 26th
September Club Night.
Barry gave an update on TONY BAILEY'S condition and confirmed that it was 'open visiting' from 9am to 8pm at St Anne's Hospice in Little Hulton near Bolton.
He also mentioned that former founder member JACQUI GREATOREX had recently died and her funeral service would be on Monday 2nd October for anyone wishing to attend.
He reminded everyone that the October meeting would be the club's AGM with FREE food. He also asked that members please get their membership renewals in BEFORE the meeting to speed things up, and that nominations for Committee Membership also needing sending ASAP.
Kev then ran through the various event flyers with particular emphasis as follows:
XMAS PARTY - Bookings still being taken as extra rooms were being made available by the hotel.
GERMANY TRIP 2018 - Deposits of £25pp are required urgently, so Barry can book ferries and tickets.
EMBROIDERY - samples of the new 'black on black' embroidery were passed around for viewing.
After that, Barry and Mal ran the raffle and Ken did the quiz.
He also mentioned that former founder member JACQUI GREATOREX had recently died and her funeral service would be on Monday 2nd October for anyone wishing to attend.
He reminded everyone that the October meeting would be the club's AGM with FREE food. He also asked that members please get their membership renewals in BEFORE the meeting to speed things up, and that nominations for Committee Membership also needing sending ASAP.
Kev then ran through the various event flyers with particular emphasis as follows:
XMAS PARTY - Bookings still being taken as extra rooms were being made available by the hotel.
GERMANY TRIP 2018 - Deposits of £25pp are required urgently, so Barry can book ferries and tickets.
EMBROIDERY - samples of the new 'black on black' embroidery were passed around for viewing.
After that, Barry and Mal ran the raffle and Ken did the quiz.
And onto the quiz.
Next Club night is OCTOBER 31st AGM
October Club Night AGM.
Well it was another busy AGM 9 I believe - unfortunately dates clashed with mine & Helen's annual holiday so I couldn't attend but the following report was kindly put together by Kevin.
Rainy City HDC AGM 2017
Held at The Woodthorpe Hotel, Prestwich 31/10/17
Barry Dunnett welcome everyone to his final AGM as Club President and mentioned that Tony Bailey was in his final hours at St Anne’s Hospice suffering from prostate cancer. He went on to invite committee members to present their Annual Reports:
ELECTION
Everyone stood down from the committee and all were re-elected apart from Barry Dunnett, who had decided to stand down earlier in the year. One new member was also elected as a Committee Member – namely, Andy Bond.
Your new Commite is as follows:
Life Vice president - Barry Dunnett (non Committee Honorary Position)
Treasurer - Jon Dailey
Membership & Secretary - Helen Moran
Editor - Kevin Carroll
Events Officer - Mal Hyslop
Photographer - Dave Mason
Road Captain - Jon Montgomerie/Nick Jackson
Webmaster - Steve Cannavan
Safety Officer - Chris McDonald
Merchandise/Events Facilitator - Ken Vickery
Committee Member - Bill Malley
Committee Member - Steve Taylor
Committee Member - Andy Bond
Held at The Woodthorpe Hotel, Prestwich 31/10/17
Barry Dunnett welcome everyone to his final AGM as Club President and mentioned that Tony Bailey was in his final hours at St Anne’s Hospice suffering from prostate cancer. He went on to invite committee members to present their Annual Reports:
ELECTION
Everyone stood down from the committee and all were re-elected apart from Barry Dunnett, who had decided to stand down earlier in the year. One new member was also elected as a Committee Member – namely, Andy Bond.
Your new Commite is as follows:
Life Vice president - Barry Dunnett (non Committee Honorary Position)
Treasurer - Jon Dailey
Membership & Secretary - Helen Moran
Editor - Kevin Carroll
Events Officer - Mal Hyslop
Photographer - Dave Mason
Road Captain - Jon Montgomerie/Nick Jackson
Webmaster - Steve Cannavan
Safety Officer - Chris McDonald
Merchandise/Events Facilitator - Ken Vickery
Committee Member - Bill Malley
Committee Member - Steve Taylor
Committee Member - Andy Bond
LONG MEMBERSHIP AWARDS
Barry presented Year Bars to several absent members, but those present were Mal Hyslop, who received a 15-YEAR bar, Martin ‘Moo’ McBride and Andy Bond, both 5-YEARS.
Barry presented Year Bars to several absent members, but those present were Mal Hyslop, who received a 15-YEAR bar, Martin ‘Moo’ McBride and Andy Bond, both 5-YEARS.
PRESENTATION
On behalf of all the club membership, Chris presented Barry with novelty antique ‘Antique Gas Pump Drinks Dispenser’ as well as a bottle of 20-year old Beam Bourbon. Jon Dailey then presented Barry with a patch bearing the insignia ‘LIFE-VICE’ to go over the top of his ‘PRESIDENT’ patch. And finally, on behalf of the T.W.A.T.S., Kev Carroll presented Barry with a commemorative trophy of a pair of HD pistons mounted above a clutch plate, suspended on 2 TESCO trolley legs!
On behalf of all the club membership, Chris presented Barry with novelty antique ‘Antique Gas Pump Drinks Dispenser’ as well as a bottle of 20-year old Beam Bourbon. Jon Dailey then presented Barry with a patch bearing the insignia ‘LIFE-VICE’ to go over the top of his ‘PRESIDENT’ patch. And finally, on behalf of the T.W.A.T.S., Kev Carroll presented Barry with a commemorative trophy of a pair of HD pistons mounted above a clutch plate, suspended on 2 TESCO trolley legs!
MEMBERS DRAW
A very nice Harley wall clock (kindly donated by Patrick Yates of HARELYWORLD) was won by Ian Bottomley.
A very nice Harley wall clock (kindly donated by Patrick Yates of HARELYWORLD) was won by Ian Bottomley.
AOB/BUFFET
As there was no other business, the food was served and consumed!
As there was no other business, the food was served and consumed!
Next Club night is November 28th Last one of 2017
November Club Night
Chris McDonald opened the meeting with a message of 'WELCOME' to a new face in the audience of 22 members - namely, Barry Dunnett!
He then went on to say a big 'THANK YOU' to everyone who helped make last weekend's Christmas Party such a success, yet again. We had 52 people in attendance over a 4-day period and raised over £200 from Mal's infamous raffle.
In addition to the raffle monies, Jon Dailey reported that the 'HEADS & TAILS' game raised £65, which was given to the winner's choice of charity. The winner was HARLEYWORLD boss Patrick Yates, who chose Breast Cancer UK. Patrick had been very complimentary about how much he enjoyed the party and asked if he could bring the Director of his HOG chapter next year!
We further agreed to match the £65 with club funds for a donation to ST. ANNE'S HOSPICE at Little Lever, Bolton, which had looked after member Tony Bailey so well during his final days.
Chris then recounted an amusing tale about being fined £100 for driving with a dodgy-spaced number plate - hopefully, the full story will be in the Xmas issue of HOGWASH.
Jon Dailey then presented new committee member ANDY BOND with his committee patch.
He then went on to say a big 'THANK YOU' to everyone who helped make last weekend's Christmas Party such a success, yet again. We had 52 people in attendance over a 4-day period and raised over £200 from Mal's infamous raffle.
In addition to the raffle monies, Jon Dailey reported that the 'HEADS & TAILS' game raised £65, which was given to the winner's choice of charity. The winner was HARLEYWORLD boss Patrick Yates, who chose Breast Cancer UK. Patrick had been very complimentary about how much he enjoyed the party and asked if he could bring the Director of his HOG chapter next year!
We further agreed to match the £65 with club funds for a donation to ST. ANNE'S HOSPICE at Little Lever, Bolton, which had looked after member Tony Bailey so well during his final days.
Chris then recounted an amusing tale about being fined £100 for driving with a dodgy-spaced number plate - hopefully, the full story will be in the Xmas issue of HOGWASH.
Jon Dailey then presented new committee member ANDY BOND with his committee patch.
Kev Carroll presented the events flyers as usual, followed by Bill Malley who unveiled details about next year's club 'Road Trip to the HOG'N'BOG rally in Northern Ireland next August.
Ken Vickery then hosted a festive quiz, which was followed by the raffle presented by Mal and Chris.
And here are the winners.
Ken Vickery then hosted a festive quiz, which was followed by the raffle presented by Mal and Chris.
And here are the winners.
Well that's it for this year's meeting, don't forget there is no meeting in December, however we will be meeting at the HardRock in Manchester (Printworks) Thursday 28th Dec from 7:30pm and then onto Chiquito's for some food.
Breaking News -see the MEETING page for our new venue for 2018