Re: Interstate ISG2G 2016 - Ooty(TN) - August 2016 - Planning

[MENTION=11178]saudjawed[/MENTION]: I have already registered for the G2G, but I won't be able to make it. If you want you can take my spot. Let me know. I'll let the admins know accordingly.

Re: Interstate ISG2G 2016 - Ooty(TN) - August 2016 - Planning

Praveen, thought would be meeting you after a long long time....

Re: Interstate ISG2G 2016 - Ooty(TN) - August 2016 - Planning

Yeah, I know. Sorry Sriram. I was looking forward to it too. Unfortunately something else has come up and I can't join. Hopefully we'll ride soon again. If anyone wants a spot, please offer them mine.

Re: Interstate ISG2G 2016 - Ooty(TN) - August 2016 - Planning

Ok as promised, a detailed Post :
Hello all,
Firstly wanna thank you all for making time for the ISGTG 2016-Ooty.
Few things I wanted to make it clear before the start of the ride. Not sure how many are riding with XBHP or a big group or such long distance for the first time, so let me start from the basics.

First and foremost:
Everybody will be equally treated, irrespective of their association of the individual with any other group/Forum. Please do not try to market/advertise any group unnecessarily that others might feel uncomfortable/cause rifts. Lets not let such a thing ruin the joy of riding.

Riding Gears:
Helmets: Full face are a must. Cap type one are not accepted.
Jackets( Armoured Jackets): If not any thick jacket to protect your skin, Make sure you are comfortable riding with that even during afternoon)
Riding Gloves: Proper riding gloves which covers all the fingers. Cycling/Snooker/Half gloves are a big No-No
Knee protection: in case you are not using riding pants.
Shoes: If not a proper riding shoes, any leather shoes with ample amount of protection. As far as possible avoid sport shoes as the level of safety they offer is very minimal. Chappals/Sandals are a Strict No.
A good rain gear to protect you from rain.
If anybody wants to divert from the above said rules, Please stay at home or ride separately.

Vehicle Documents:

Ride plan:

Ride formations:
Group Riding

The route that we will be taking is :
For Bangalore Team : TBD
For Coimbatore Team : TBD
For Chennai Team : TBD
For Tvm and Cochin Team :TBD
Plan is to reach Ooty as far as possible in Day light, which is very much possible, even with the lowest capacity of bikes in the group, if ridden with discipline and minimum number of break. Taking ample amount of rest before the ride makes wonders. Group riding will definitely kill time, as against solo or small/well co ordinated group of 2 or 3. Also being rainy season, riding in the hills is even trickier when combined with the chillness around.

Kindly have the bikes in the best possible condition before the ride. Please don't leave anything to breakdown due to your error. However under unforeseen circumstances, 2 people will be along with the rider to help him fix things and continue the journey. The rest of the group will continue as per schedule.

Meet Schedule(For all the teams):
Day 1 : Reach the hotel
Day 2 : Ride to Emerald lake in the morning after break fast
(P.S: Day 2 is dependent on weather, if any reshuffling has to be made , will be done accordingly.)
Day3 : Start from Ooty early morning and reach Bangalore by evening. We will be taking the same route on the return journey as well.

Things to kept in mind while riding :


Now coming to the basics of touring and Packing your luggage:

General touring Checklist:
Tool Kit essentials


Medical kit essentials:

Table Content Source: Be on the road.

Note:
These are recommended medicals, kindly consult your physician for any allergies for self before consuming them.

General Touring Essentials:
1.Socks(preferably cotton)
2.Thermal wear(which looks like a t-shirt and tight fit pants) from Jockey/Amul/Decathlon. This consumes less space in your luggage also keeps you very warm, instead of carrying those heavy space consuming sweat shirts and sweaters.
3.Balaclava(preferably cotton)
4.Rain gear.
5.Towel (1 big, 1 small)
6.Clothes and Toileteries (personal Preference)
7.Polythene bags to segregate used and unused clothes. Also to collect the thrash of your journey to dispose it at a proper place.
8.Toilet paper( a Small roll)
9.Glass cleaners like Colin/Mr.Muscle(small bottle) along with a micro fibre/soft cotton cloth to wipe your Helmet visors when required.
10.Wet tissues.
11.Few Newspapers if you are touring in the rains. Dumping news papers into those wet shoes and left overnight can dry your shoes to a good extent.
12.Puncture repair kit and foot/electronic pump. Spare tubes in case of tube type tyres).
13.Have your contact details and emergency contacts on a visible area(inside of a saddle bag/tank bag)
14.Wrap your electronics in a ziplock cover to avoid moisture.
15. Do not over depend on Plastic money. Have sufficient cash in Hand.
16.Carry spare keys for the bikes/Saddle bags etc .


A thing or two about packing/luggage fastening :
Touring involves luggage to be carried, a lot for many and a little for few.

Luggage may include:
Backpacks
Tank Bags
Saddle bags
Panniers
Top cases
Tail Bags etc etc
It is a very important aspect to have a look at your luggage before you start a ride. Any loose straps or bungee chords may prove fatal to the rider(and pillion , if present). Also it has to be kept in mind that the handling of the bike should not be compromised while loading the bike. Modern day saddle bags/tank bags and panniers are very helpful in increasing the overall luggage carrying capacity on the bikes. At the same time , it relieves the rider from carrying it on his back. Packing your luggage into inside those panniers/bags is a different art altogether.

Key aspects to be looked into while loading the saddle:
*Load should be equally distributed in case of saddle bags or side panniers for better handling.
*If using a top case make sure the cantilever is not so long that the case hangs out of the bike.
*If using a backpack for travel, tie it to the back of the bike using bungee chords. Carrying a backpack on you for a long time is stressful and not recommended. At the same time carry spare spare bungee chords , just in case the one in use snaps.
*Make sure that the top case and panniers are properly fastened/locked.
*Keep in mind the ability/Power of your vehicle to carry the laden luggage.
*It is recommended to carry luggage which have a good number of outer pockets, it provide easy access to stuff like Phone/Maps/Water bottle etc etc, so that you dont have to open the complete baggage to find the necessary stuff
*Make sure that your luggage doesn't come in contact with the rotating wheel/ Silencer at any instant. This is more common in bikes with mono-shocks or swept silencers
*Travelling light is always recommended.

Emergency Toll Free numbers:
POLICE 100
FIRE 101
AMBULANCE 102/108
EMERGENCY RELIEF CENTER ON NATIONAL HIGHWAYS 1033

In case of any queries, get in touch with your respective city leads

Re: Interstate ISG2G 2016 - Ooty(TN) - August 2016 - Planning

Hey Praful,
Yes, its been very long since we met. Even I am looking forward to ride with you guys. If not for my 2-month-old son, I would have joined you guys this time. I will surely join you guys for the next meet - 100%.

Sriram, you guys are doing a commendable job. Will catch up with you guys during a G2G.

P.S.: Sorry about the OT. No more irrelevant posts.

Re: Interstate ISG2G 2016 - Ooty(TN) - August 2016 - Planning

Beautiful. Irony, here I am in Hyderabad, when the boys come to town finally.

Just a word of caution, take it easy on hair pins, traffic these are chock a full, especially on a weekender. Rest assured, have a beautiful time, stay, ride.

Keep me lighted up on the beautiful pictures as always.

Ride safe, and wishing you guys a safe return trip.

Cheers!
VJ

Re: Interstate ISG2G 2016 - Ooty(TN) - August 2016 - Planning

Happy to see another ISG2G. I wish to come but couldn't make it, My childhood friend is getting married on 28th.
Wish you all pleasant stay & safe ride..
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Re: Interstate ISG2G 2016 - Ooty(TN) - August 2016 - Planning

I was in ooty on 27 and 28. It was when I saw the board welcoming the riders on 28th I came to know about this g2g. Really sad that I couldn't make it.

Re: Interstate ISG2G 2016 - Ooty(TN) - August 2016 - Planning

Who was the dude who distributed the Stickers and managed the roster?

Re: Interstate ISG2G 2016 - Ooty(TN) - August 2016 - Planning

Pics from the ISG2G

Re: Interstate ISG2G 2016 - Ooty(TN) - August 2016 - Planning

My captures here. Full size images.

Re: Interstate ISG2G 2016 - Ooty(TN) - August 2016 - Planning

Re: Interstate ISG2G 2016 - Ooty(TN) - August 2016 - Planning

Some really good pics there Ezil !!!

@OtherPhotographers : Where are your pics ?

Re: Interstate ISG2G 2016 - Ooty(TN) - August 2016 - Planning