Jurg se Kaaia
hier is so paar fotos vab die naweek
DANKIE AAN GEOFF EN AL MY MAATJIES
NO pictures were taken whilst riding, I was just to scared. I also used the Leat constrictor for the first time and was not that comfortable. (Had to make a few adjustments. That caused me to fall 6 times on the first strech of sand. Hopefully du Toit got one of the spectacular 'disembarkings' on film. I made adjustment at the first stop and then had a wonderfull ride without any incident.
.jpg "Die grondpad gaan begin")
.JPG "We had Lunch")
.jpg "Inspecting the sand")
.jpg "Count the fingers Graham")
.JPG "Daar was 'n Tien Reie ook.")
.jpg "Johan was MOEG en GEDAAN")
.JPG "En toe word ons dors")
.JPG "Westcoast sunset")
.JPG "Tent Town on the beach")
.jpg "The gathering in the background")
The gathering in the background
.jpg "Chris bought some land in the sand")
Chris bought some land in the sand
.JPG "Resting the hard way")
.JPG "or the soft way")
.JPG "Fresh air toilet")
.JPG "Friends gathering")
.JPG "Misty morning next to the sea")
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Dankie Adie, ek hoop daar is nog baie foties wat gepost word.
What a great weekend with a great bunch of "property barons". It is official, there are no more plots left for sale between the Brak river and the salt pans. However there are a few new property owners that may be willing to dispose of some of their plots at vastly reduced prices.
The main purchasers were .........................sorry there are to many to mention!!!!!!!!
Generally speaking the majority of riders mastered the sand fairy but it also took some longer than others to achieve this.
Great company, great food, great riding.....what more can we ask for from a Club ride??
And Jurg was very subdued so our livers were not that badly punished....
Wish I'd been there. Definitely next year.
Fresh air toilet - NOT. That thing stinkum!
I’d like to send a huge round of applause for Geoff and team for the most excellent arrangements; and a special mention to Jurg and his manne for letting us crash at his Kaya and for the excellent dinners.
A big thank you to Abie who patiently followed Mr Slow through many miles of soft stuff, followed closely by John and Megan in the back-up vehicle. I can only imagine the radio calls from Geoff “Is it that b---d Kevin holding us up again?”
My thanks also to everyone on the trip for the great company with everybody working to make this a memorable event.
This was a tough weekend for me – I really struggled with getting and staying up to speed on the sand. Lots of slow chuntering and paddling was physically exhausting for someone the shape I am. Still – I learned a lot; had some spills; some bruises; some moments of pure exhilaration – often followed by moments of huge fright. Plenty of turtle heads snapped.
I can’t say I enjoyed it all – there were moments where I was wondering how I’d managed to sign up for the foreign legion ... but it was all worth it in the end. Relaxing at the Kaya each day felt like a huge sense of accomplishment.
A light sprinkling of fairy dust
It's not all sand: Jurg se Kaya
Morning mist over the Kaya
Sand and the art of motorcycle repairs
Hier parkeer die manne by die Garies Hotel
Forty Winks while Derek waited for Eric's Lunch
Escape from Jurg to the Saltpans: But not free from the sand monsters yet
Mr Farkles - what fun it was to see all the toys - was very jealous!: Lunch stop day 1 - checking all kit in working order
What the hell is that oke up to again?
Room with a view - I own this property you know?!
Look mommy - no hands!
Traffic jam
Guys we still have two plots for sale - any takers?
A rare picture of Jurg - rumour has it that he sings - Kaptein span die seile - when he pours himself a Cape to Rio at 7am
It is not all sand riding you know
Chill time - Marius thinking about that Tenere
little birdy told me you are going to see your gat in the sand
Wat jy waar kry?
Respect!: 3 boxes a leggy pillion and a gladde back wheel - need I say more
The A team
What did Megan put in my lunch box?
Train crossing
Gert - I hear you can ride in the sand - wow man and that with a
white 1200 without any farkles
What a wonderful trip! I would like to thank Geoff for making a plan at the last minute for me to go along. Everything was superbly organised and went off without a glitch. Jurg and his team really blew me away with the food. I couldn’t believe what they pulled off with the facilities they have. The seafood soup and the seafood Paella really took the cake – it was AMAZING!!
I have posted some pics below of some of the moments I tried to capture.
The brief: The tension and anticipation was evident
Deflating the tyres - I dont think the guys expected to hit sand so soon
Lunch stop at Namaqa - was impressed by how well they handles the numbers.
They also offered some cold water and ice for the guys to refil there water pouches.
![The 2nd brief just before the "real" sand - tensions mounting](http://bmwmotorcycleclubcape.co.za/sites/bmwmotorcycleclubcape.co.za/files/images/083.JPG "The 2nd brief just before the "real" sand - tensions mounting")
The 2nd brief just before the "real" sand - tensions mounting
Does Henk want to ask a question? I think not.....
The guys gathered on the beach before hitting the last piece towards the Kaya
The guys lining up to take on the sand one at a time
This was the first of many for Robert but it taught him enough to master it on Saturday
Team effort to pick the bike up
Johan getting a motivational speech from Geoff
All hot and sweaty from picking up bikes - but still smiling
Amazing west coast sun set, making the trip all worth it
Everyone exhausted and waiting for food
Playing around for those with too much energy - Charles pushing his slides
a bit far
And after all that riding it was time for dinner.
It started with a seafood soup which was gone in minutes.
They then gave each person a crayfish to eat as they please.
Just when we thought it was all over we were given Rooster Koeke and Seafood Paella.
What a treat!!
Leaving the Kaya - the weather reflected our mood
Charles having a better day - staying on his bike
When this guy saw all the bikes he gave up on checking the slips
Lunch time - this left everyone lazy and dreaming about an afternoon nap.
Inflating tyres after lunch - ready to head home
Well done to everyone who attampted the trip - I take my hat off to you.
Megan & co. Hope you don't mind me posting a few of these on my Facebook album? My hands were too busy this weekend holding handle bars to think about a camera. 
I only took a few during rest breaks.
Nice work Megan. It was great to meet you and Henk - the riding is just an excuse to get to know people better...
Hey Eric
I dont mind you posting any of them.
I have some others I can email to you if you like.
"Be warned!" all you nouveau property barons. Your prime plots are currently the subject of a land claim, following some massive land grabs during the BMWMCCC's visit to the area last February.
Thank you all for sharing! It was so obvioulsy a seriously fun tour (is there ever any kind in our great club?) It brings back some fond memories of the place and the people I have experienced it with. Viva Hoofseun! Viva Jurg! Viva the Kaya!
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