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I N S I D E …….
Ride Reports
Social events
Ride Calendar
Thanks to all those who
take the time to do ride
reports and post photos on
the website. - it makes
“stealing the photos”for
the Spare Tyre very easy for
me…….
J U L - S E P T 2 0 1 9
S P A R E T Y R E
M E L B O U R N E B R A N C H W E B S I T E :W W W . U L Y S S E S M E L B . C O M
Where To With The Spare Tyre?
Do you, dear reader, of this quarterly newsletter get any worthwhile value from the magazine?
We have a robust website, I believe, the envy of other branches and recently your committee has
established a Facebook presence that enhances communication with all participating members.
Today ride reports, photographs, upcoming events, ride calendars and all other manner of
information are available at a, "Click," of the button.
With this issue of the Tyre, as has occurred over recent years, there is a replication of news and
reports already available from the above alternatives. However, receipt of ride reports by the
editor has effectively stopped making the Tyre entirely reliant upon the website. As well our
magazine is issued in 'Hard Copy,' form to three members only! This is a far cry from the pre-
internet age where the magazine was the, "Lifeblood," of the branch with the quarterly issue
bringing the reports and upcoming events to its branch members. Where members grouped
around a table of wine and nibbles to envelope and address the mail to eager readers, where a
ride reporter was nominated prior to the start of each ride to prepare his report for the Spare Tyre.
This is what the branch was, not what the branch is today.
In the era of 4G and upcoming 5G systems the editor argues that by approaching these remaining
readers on the possible demise of the Spare Tyre together with some voluntary training to build
their confidence to access the, branch website for the latest branch news would allow the
retirement of the newsletter with dignity.
Alternatively, adding new material of interest to riders, suggested by members or even, ‘God
forbid!’your editor (it could be a link to a website article, newspaper, other magazines etc…) that
together with ride reports (republished from the website) and possible additional committee input
may enliven and make the newsletter more unique.
But, you, the member, have the final say and must consider, "Do I want to continue to receive the
Spare Tyre and if so. What do I want out of it that I do not get from our website and Facebook?"
Your response to these questions and your suggestions, if any, are needed to guide the editor and
the committee on this matter. So, drop me a line and help us set the direction should there be
one.
Mob: 0411 273 235
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We say farewell to another rider, Ben Probin (10288) who passed away on 29
September 2019. I first met Ben on a cold wintry 2006 Sunday ride that had a
foggy lunch at the Noojee hotel. He came across as reserved, a listener and the
proud owner of a red Gold Wing. He had a strong handshake and you knew this
was a man used to hard work.
Over the following years gradually one got to know something of the man, a
builder by trade and even though he was well past retirement age continued in
his trade. He was a keen traveller quietly slipping out of Australia he would visit
the more exotic countries and caused quite a stir when some years ago
returning with a young bride. Sadly, this marriage would not last but it did show
that Ben had a youthful streak not dimmed by age.
Ben's love of riding his beloved Gold Wing also included him rising to President
of the Goldwing Club of Australia. His determination to continue his riding was
recalled when some years past Ben turned up at our annual Swanpool camp in
the early evening. He stopped near my tent that was established near a bend
that turned a somewhat sharpish uphill left to, "Catch up," which included his
general understatement that he hadn't been too well.
Starting the machine he attempted continuation towards his cabin, but the rise
and the turn of the road were having none of this. With a jerk and a spit of
gravel from the rear the red machine lurched into the bend, stalled and started
to roll back with the rider wide-eyed and desperate. All around rushed to the
machine to hold it up. Ben, managed to restart and with all of his helpers was
able to scrabble up the hill and to safety.
This was I believe the start of his long battle with its ups and downs. But Ben
would keep turning up on his beloved machine at different events My last ride
with Ben was to Bob Tate's celebration in Alexandria (2016) a few years back.
At the end of the presentation as T.E.C. I followed behind Ben as we wended our
way towards Melbourne. Ben, glided along in the late afternoon's light on his
beloved Honda with dappled wintry sunlight flashing off the panels. He was
enjoying his ride.
Farewell Ben Probin.
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C H R I S T M A S P A R T Y 2 0 1 9
Saturday, December 7, 2019 - 6:30pm to 11:30pm
The branch Christmas Function will be at East Malvern with Gary Porthouse as our entertainer.Put this date in your diary now
You are invited to join us for our Christmas celebration at the East Malvern RSL. Come along and enjoy the camaraderie ofyour fellow Ulysseans, bring your dancing shoes and get those feet moving to the live music.
Where: East Malvern RSL, Stanley Grose Drive, East Malvern (Melway 60 A12)When –Saturday 7th December from 7pmCost: $40.00 per head, includes dinner & live entertainment provided by Gary Porthouse.Drinks available at bar pricesThis year we have a three-course meal with some great raffle prizes on the night.
Register with the prez, Brian Lacey at [email protected], Ph 0439 010 873
Our preferred payment method is direct deposit:Westpac: BSB 033 371Account No. 231845Account Name: Ulysses Club Inc Melbourne BranchPlease reference “X_m_a_s_”_a_n_d_ _“y_o_u_r_ _n_a_m_e_”_ORPAY BY CHEQUE: made payable to “Ulysses Club Inc Melbourne Branch”POST TO: Brian Lacey, 37 Beddoe Ave Bentleigh East 3165 with your name and phone number.Closing date for bookings is 1st December 2019.
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R I D E R E P O R T : K A L K A L L O T O W A L L A NR I D E L E A D E R : R O G E R F O O TR E P O R T E R : G R E G G L E A S O NT A I L E N D C H A R L I E : M I K E F I T T A LD A T E : S U N 2 1 J U L 2 0 1 9
Present:Roger Foot (Leader) –BMW K1300S Motorsport Mike Fittall (TEC) –BMW R1200RSJohn Cook (Photos) –Honda ST1300 Greg Gleason (Photos) –HayabusaIan Taylor –BMW R1200GS Colin Voss –BMW R1250GSASteve Bailes - Goldwing Gary Clifton - FJR 1300Brian Lacey –BMW R1200GS Samuel Sun –BMW R1200GS
Present for a While:The Hon. Vince Green, Ulysses Member for Mernda –V Strom (or Suzuki DL1000 –never surewhich) –Vince had surgery recently and his helmet was pressing on sensitive facial bits andpieces!! Wisely, he headed for home at the start point. See you back soon Vince!!
The Theme:Roger’s briefing started as “follow me”, but then included his hidden theme –we all had to guess bymorning tea. Colin “lousy road surfaces?”, Greg –“getting held up behind slow moving cars?”. Itwas, in fact, “gorges of the outer north”and we saw as good as it gets!!
The Ride:We rode west down Donnybrook Road towards Mickleham, then up the Kongaderra Road throughOaklands Junction and on to the Lancefield Road. We then went south and looped back throughWildwood, to the Bulla Gorge (the first of many). We headed west to Toolern Vale via Diggers Rest,and then north to Gisborne for morning tea. Four gorges, three one lane bridges (every one withoncoming traffic, and it was pretty clear what Roger’s theme was!!From Gisborne we headed south again to take in the views from Mt Gisborne Rd, and then a stretchof high quality unsealed Black Hill Rd, and back to Diggers Rest. Then a little stint on the CalderFreeway, past the Sunbury turnoff, and then off at Mundy Road to Blind Creek. From there, north toRiddell’s Creek then east through Bolinda to Darraweit Guim and across to Wallan. An intelligentride with great roads and interesting landmarks –well done Roger.The ride home was punctuated with Greg needing to re fasten his helmet strap on the freeway onramp!! Not great, but an otherwise quiet trip home. Roger & Greg fuelled up at Cooper Street –atimely leg stretch at the right time of the day.
The Refreshments:Two great choices –the artisan bakery in Gisborne and the Pretty Sally Bakehouse in Wallan!! Andwith my partner’s name being Sally, that photo of their sign was inevitable (hey –don’t discountbrownie points!!)
Appreciation:
Thanks must go to Roger –the purveyor of the finest roads in the north!! However, our rides now
have themes? Quite nervous and uncertain about my next ride and its theme!! “Crap road choices”,
“lack of imagination”, “too many freeways”, “sorry I should have pointed out that speed
camera”? The mind boggles……
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R I D E R E P O R T : K A L K A L L O T O B A C C H U S M A R S HR I D E L E A D E R : R O G E R F O O TR E P O R T E R : R O G E R F O O TT A I L E N D C H A R L I E :D A T E : S U N 1 1 A U G 2 0 1 9
SNOW AND ICE CAN'T STOP THESE RIDERS
With a week of true winter weather and near-record snowfalls this ride was always going to separate themen from the boys, or should that read the sheep from the goats? The day dawned with photos sentfrom friends in the Woodend and Kyneton districts, the planned route for the ride, showing snow ontheir paddocks. So it was on with the thermals and suit liners and off to see if anyone was silly enough tocome along!It was 5 degrees at Kalkallo and in the event there were 2 takers, Big Dave and recently joined memberJohn Francis. We discussed simply going home but posting a ride report of valiant derring-do, but in theevent decided on a truncated single-leg ride from Kalkallo to Bacchus Marsh with a revised route stayingsouth of the Macedon Ranges.Our new route incorporated Sunbury, Riddells Creek and then on to Gisborne where we were greetedwith snow on the cars and gardens. A quick blast down the Calder lost us some altitude and we turnedright at Couangalt Rd, and hence via Toolern Vale to Bacchus Marsh. The temperature remained chillythroughout but we enjoyed bursts of sunshine along with a little rain.
After a leisurely early lunch Dave decided to nose around Bacchus Marsh while John and I hit the
Western Hwy for a quick ride home which was mostly sunny with dry roads. Thanks to Dave and John
for making the effort, and John for the photo. I will reschedule the original ride to a date later in the
year.
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R I D E R E P O R T : K A L K A L L O T O M A R Y S V I L L ER I D E L E A D E R : D A V E F I N L A YR E P O R T E R : G R E G G L E A S O NT A I L E N D C H A R L I E : I A N M O N K
Big Dave's Kalkallo to Marysville 22 9 19
Present:David Finlay - Buell Sports (Ride Leader) Ian Monk - new BMW –Tail End CharlieJohn Cook –Honda ST1300 (photographs) Greg Gleason –BMW S1000XR (photographs)Robert (Triumph Tiger 800) Stewart (Honda Valkyrie)Brian (the Prez) BMW R1200GS Terry (BMW R9T)Dennis (Ducati Monster) Hon Vince Green (V Strom)Roger Foot (BMW K1300S) Pat (Triumph Explorer XCA)Sir Les Cox (Yamaha FJR1300) John Francis (V Strom)And joining us at Healesville:Jeff (BMW R1250 Adventure) Jack (BMW R1200 GSA) Andrew (Yamaha Tracer GT)
The Roads:"Yo Big Dave!!!" Well done for a great ride –his first? Nobody noticed. Need more of these…Off from Kalkallo, we cut left at Donnybrook to Nutfield’s “hidden secret!" So few of us go there. But,it’s so good!! Across to St Andrew’s was great and St Andrew’s to Kinglake was even better!! Well half-way till a few trucks got in the way. Down the hill to Toolangi, Myers Creek and Healesville for awelcome snack. The Spur to Marysville and it was all over too soon.
The Camaraderie:Seems it doesn’t stop when the finish flag falls!! The Hon Vince Green, Ulysses Member for Merndainvited Stewart, Greg and Jeff to try the new “Yarck Giddy Goat Café branch“at Yea!!None of us wereinterested, but then again….. OK - the Alex Road, Molesworth, Whanveregan Road - and nobody wasspeeding (much)……..
And For Dessert:Our favourite northern son went home alone (I bet he never did that very often in his youth) andStewart, Greg and Jeff played leapfrog with the endless cars on the Yarra Glen Road!!
What a great day!! Thanks again Big Dave!!
Thanks too to Ian Monk (on a very swish gold BMW) as Tail End Charlie and to all who came along!! Tomy untrained eye, Robert appeared to have his very classy video camera in harness!! Everyone take adeep breath and say "cheese" ....... by the way, which is my "good side"?
Sponsors’We would like to thank the sponsors for their financial support which enables the branch to publish
this newsletter, our webpage and also contributes significantly to the cost of running our day for
Very Special Kids.
These businesses support us in many ways and most offer discounts to Ulysses Club members, so weurge you to show your support and consider these businesses when looking for accessories, bikes,
clothing, parts and or servicing.
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Place orders through the Secretary at [email protected] or 0408 033 007
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Orders will be ready within a week and can be picked up from the supplier in Bayswater.
If desired, shirts can be posted for $11.89
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T H E C O M M I T T E E
P R E S I D E N T : B R I A N L A C E YPhone: 0439 010 873
S E C R E T A R Y : B I L L D U S T I N GPhone: 0408 033 007
T R E A S U R E R : R I C K R Y C K E N
Phone: 0488 661 362
C O M M I T T E E M E M B E R : J O H N C O O K( W E B S I T E E D I T O R )Phone: 9728 5769 or 0419 599 530
C O M M I T T E E M E M B E R : M I K E F I T T A L LPhone: 0456 561 395
C O M M I T T E E M E M B E R : P A T R Y A N( R I D E C O - O R D I N A T O R )Phone: 0412 223 146
COMMITTEE MEMBER: GREG GLEASON
Phone : 0424 956 078
COMMITTEE MEMBER : BRIAN QUINTAL
(SPARE TYRE EDITOR)
Phone : 0411 273 235
For contributions to the Spare Tyre, please contact the spare tyre editor
Got a funny story?? Something interesting you would like to share??
Something you want to advertise?? Please send it in.
Brian Quintal 0411 273 235 or 9555 8994
Note : Committee members and Spare Tyre editor can be contacted by the “Contact Us”link on the web page
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R I D E C A L E N D A R :
P l e a s e r e f e r t o t h e w e b s i t e f o r a n y l a s t m i n u t e c h a n g e s …… w w w . u l y s s e s m e l b . c o m
EVERYONE WELCOME; Friends and family are most welcome to any ride or social event. All rides start at 10am sharp unless otherwise
stated - Don’t be late! For more information call the Ride Leader or our Ride Co-ordinator—Pat Ryan 0412 223 146
DATE RIDE DESCRIPTION CONTACTS
SUN 6 OCT, 2019 ARDEER TO RED ROCK
Greg is taking us to a new destinationfor this ride. Starting at the westerndeparture point and heading outthrough Meredith for morning tea thenvia Cressy and Colac to the volcanicarea of Red Rock. Should be aninteresting venue and a great ride.
Ride Leader: Greg Gleason
0424 956 078
SUN 13 OCT,
2019
KALKALLO TO BALLAN/BACCHUSMARSH
Roger is heading out west to take us onanother great ride through the hills.Starting at Kalkallo we will wend our wayaround some lovely districts to eitherBallan or Bacchus Marsh so a bit of amystery ride this time.
Ride Leader: Roger Foot
0409 231 676
FRI 18 OCT TO
SUN 20 OCT,
2019
21st Melb. Branch Odyssey
MANSFIELD
Depart Lilydale outside the Olinda CreekHotel Planning a refreshment break atYea so those coming from the northcould meet us thereThen onto Mansfield from Yea via somehills
Ride Leader John Cook
0419 599 530
SUN 27 OCT,
2019
LILYDALE TO NEERIM SOUTH
Look forward to another well designedride led by Andrew as he takes thegroup across the Dandenongs fromLilydale into the hiils of Gippsland.Andrew knows these roads so well thatyou can expect a scenic ride with lots ofturns to keep everyone satisfied.
Ride Leader: Andrew Kennedy 0481330 107
SPECIAL START
TIME: 0900HRS
SUN 3 NOV, 2019
ARDEER TO LAKE GOLDSMITH (STEAM
RALLY).
Mike is taking us on a ride with adifference. The early start is to enablethe ride to reach Lake Goldsmith byaround midday. The Lake GoldsmithSteam Rally is on there that day withvintage steam engines, cars and we aretold motorbikes. We will spend a coupleof hours looking at the exhibitions andreturn home as a group via a differentroute. The ride up goes throughMeredith which is the likely morning teastop and then over roads we have notridden on for years, if ever, to LakeGoldsmith.
Ride Leader Mike Fittall
0456 561 395
DEPARTURE POINT
ARDEER:
McDonalds, Western Ring
Road. WEST
Left hand side out-bound
from Melbourne.
Melway 40 B5
KALKALLO:
Caltex Service Station,
1340 Hume Fwy, Kalkallo
Melway 367 D1
LILYDALE:
Olinda Hotel, Maroondah
Highway. LILYDALE
100 metres from Lilydale rail
crossing.
Melway 38 E4
LILYDALE:
Olinda Hotel, Maroondah
Highway. LILYDALE
100 metres from Lilydale rail
crossing.
Melway 38 E4
ARDEER:
McDonalds, Western Ring
Road. WEST
Left hand side out-bound
from Melbourne.
Melway 40 B5
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R I D E C A L E N D A R :
P l e a s e r e f e r t o t h e w e b s i t e f o r a n y l a s t m i n u t e c h a n g e s …… w w w . u l y s s e s m e l b . c o m
EVERYONE WELCOME; Friends and family are most welcome to any ride or social event. All rides start at 10am sharp unless otherwise
stated - Don’t be late! For more information call the Ride Leader or our Ride Co-ordinator—Pat Ryan 0412 223 146
DATE RIDE DESCRIPTION CONTACTS
SUN 10 NOV,
2019
ARDEER/KALKALLO TO MT MACEDON(MEMORIAL DAY RIDE).
The Ulysses Memorial Ride to the crossat Mt Macedon is on on this day. Wouldone of the Members like to lead us fromArdeer or Kalkallo to join the otherbranches for this ride of remembranceof members who have "Ridden On"Contact me if you can do it please.
RIDE LEADER WANTED
SUN 17 NOV,
2019
LILYDALE TO STH GIPPSLAND.
Still working on details but afterexploring the eastern side of theDandenong Ranges I am thinking ofheading south through Dumbalk atsome stage.
Ride Leader John Cook.
0419 599 530
SUN 24 NOV,
2019
SUN 1 DEC, 2019 OFFICER TO SILVAN RESERVOIR(PRESIDENT'S RIDE).
President Brian will lead a ride fromOfficer to Silvan Reservoir Parkwhere we'll have a BBQ lunchprovided. We'll sneak acrossthe the Dandenongs using a few ofthe best motorcycle roads.
Ride Leader: Brian Lacey
0439 010 873
SAT 7DEC, 2019
FROM 7:00pm
BRANCH CHRISTMAS PARTY
Cost: $40.00 per head, includes
dinner & live entertainment
provided by Gary Porthouse.
Drinks available at bar prices
This year we have a three-course
meal with some great raffle prizes
on the night.
Register with the Pre. Brian Lacey
Ph 0439 010 873
DEPARTURE POINT
ARDEER: OR KALKALLO
DEPARTURE ??
LILYDALE:
Olinda Hotel, Maroondah
Highway. LILYDALE
100 metres from Lilydale rail
crossing.
Melway 38 E4
OFFICER:
COLES EXPRESS
437/439 PRINCES HWY,
OFFICER
Melway 214 H3/J4
East Malvern RSL, Stanley
Grose Drive, East
Malvern (Melway 60 A12)
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Social Events
The Melbourne Branch hosts one informal Social Night on the:
3rd Friday of each month.
Commences from 6.00 PM
The East Malvern RSL, Stanley Grose Drive, East Malvern, (Melway 60 A12)
The East Malvern RSL serves bistro meals at reasonable prices and also offers seniors’deals. Drinks can be purchased from the bar.
If you haven’t been to one of our social night get-togethers for a while, consider giving this venue some thought. Come along and catch
up on all the news and enjoy the company of your fellow Ulysseans.What makes these nights special is the camaraderie and friend-
ship enjoyed by all who attend with much laughter and frivolity emanating from the various groups and tables. For new chums
and first timers, introductions are made in the normal Ulyssean manner which ensures that nobody is left standing on the outer
and everyone is made to feel welcome.
Join the chatter about motorbikes and bike trips, travel in general, and the usual odd joke etc. Someone always seems to have
an Australian Road Atlas which is often referred to and it is heartening to note that some members don't mind a little embellish-
ment to make their story more interesting. One should never let the facts stand in the way of delivering a good punch line or
yarn!
These nights are not to be missed so pencil them into your social calendar and come along and enjoy the fun.
EXCEPTION: EVENT CHANGED TO WEDNESDAY 16 OCTOBER 2019!!!!
Meet for a Saturday Morning Coffee at
Melbourne Bake House
210 Bay Street Port Melbourne,
Drop in for breakfast or just a coffee and a chat!
** Plenty of bike parking available **
