Hi Guys! I've been getting a lot a calls about a finalizing a date for Show 'N' Shine 09.

There are many who make the trip from interstate to be at the Qld BMX BBQ in Brisbane and I would like to talk about possible dates so that people can mark their calendar early for this annual event.

I'm hoping to hold the BBQ in June, the weather here is perfect at this time and the tree still has most of it's shade for people to enjoy.

I like the idea of a Sunday as fewer people have to work Sundays. There is a three day weekend in June that maybe an advantage to some and a problem for others.

I would like to hear some feedback on setting an official date in June for Show 'N' Shine 09.



Thanks Roberto.

Long weekend in June sounds great Roberto! Long weekends in Brisbane are a nightmare to go to the coast, because that's what everyone else is doing! So I think it would be a great opportunity to let the guys down south to travel up!

I might even have the Hutch ready by then!

Apparently the Wintersun festival (Australia's Leading Rock & Roll Nostalgia Retro Event) is on between 29th May to 8th June 2009 in Coolangatta and Tweed Heads on the New South Wales & Queensland border. I will be at this event so better scratch Sunday the 7th of June.

I am not fussed what the date is 'cause I'll be there whatever. My fav weekend of the year!
I'm happy to work around whatever is good for others with schedules.

Now that's the spirit!

Count me in as well. School holidays don't affect me either so I'm cool with any date in June.

I'm easy & cheap! LOL....any date suits me mate. As Glenn said - one of the best days of the year!!! Bring it on!!!

Yes,i will be there... put me down

I won't be missing it so count me in too. Don't care what day as I'll be in the poop whenever it is!

sounds good, just waiting for a date!

You still doin' the big drive Reece? Sounds like a fun trip.
Whats the plan for this year Rob? What can I do to help? I feel like I need to do more.

Thanks, Glenn!

Last year we didn't have the bunny-hop comp or wheely-thon becuase I thought everybody had been there and done that, but Tobe was a bit dissaponted and I realised that the kids look forward to that part of the day because they get to ride around with their dads and participate.

I want to do the bunny-hop comp and wheely-thon again, not so much a comp but more of an activity for everyone to enjoy. I'm not sure if J.C is able to make it this year as he supplied the bunny hop setup for the first BBQ.

Perhaps Glenn you could bring down the bunny hop setup if J.C cant make it.

Would be great to get people riding, I'll have at least 3 bikes that everyone can borrow for a cruise.

There will be plenty more shade this year with the new 11 metre carport. All the bikes can display in the sun and people can mingle in the shade.

I expect a swap meet as usual, I heard a few deals were done last year.

I'm sure Mic Rynn would like to view peoples sticker collections too, for the sake of archiving artwork. I'll have mine ready for you mic.

Am also working on live music this year to keep the ladies entertained, James Hart can entertain the single ones with his own brand of R & B ..... Rhythm and Bicycles.

I'll supply the snags and a few steaks, plus some treats and drinks to keep the punters going.
As per last year, you bring your own lobster and we''ll cook it for you.

There's a few things to think about.

Cool, Rob's guaranteeing some ladies this year.

sounds RAD!!... make us ride for our supper mate..that will get us fat bastards cruising

Woohoo! Sounds like it will be a top day!
Soooooooo looking forward to it (and it's only February)...LOL

Love to see the sticker collections! (I may have some GT stuff for u too Roberto)

Some BMX promo-girls would be extra nice too...hehe

Matt could bring a couple of ladies from his latest movie! Put one of those at the end of the street and I'll run to her faster than you blokes could ride.

I can bring the Bunnyhop setup no probs. Tobes loves riding with everyone. He loves riding anywhere! I am already saving $$$$ for the trades alley !!

That smile on Tobes face says it all!!!!

The drive is on at this stage, I just have to see if I can get the time off. If not, I maybe coming later in the year when my holidays build up. I will be coming over this year

Awesome Reece!

I'm there - don't mind which date

Shall we say "mid June" ?

Hey Roberto...have u confirmed a date yet mate?

I've still got the bike racks , parking for 50 ...

end of June, beginning of July would be even better for me

july for me too!!

The date is now Sunday the 28th of June.

I've put the word out on the street for a while now that it will be held on a Sunday in June and this is what suits most people including myself. Hope all can make it. Look out for the flyers that will come soon.

Thanks, Roberto.

Giddy up Rob, lookin forward to it....I'm thinking there is going to be a big turn out for this one!! Hope we can have a few comps again, bunnyhops and mono's....still having nightmares about Gavin, kicking my butt!

I'll be up there earlier than that and definitely a starter. Bring on the ramps and jumps (and medical personnel).

Here you go Stu, you look like you might have been ahead of Gavin in this one. Still looks like you are riding a pit bike to me.

Awesome fellas.

I've booked my flights and will be there!

Awsome news guys. I will see Gary and grab the bunnyhop gear if he won't be there.
I am looking forward to meeting all the interstate guys I haven't met yet.
Cool! Bring it on.

Might need a hotdog or donut eating comp for those that aren't really riding anymore! I guess I'll include myself in that!

and after that the others can just bunnyhop us fat guys

I'm in but bags being the second guy from the front. Better bring my girdle! (I don't really have one )

Let's not confuse a BBQ with the fellas as a sausage fest , ladies are welcome too.

Even if it rains or the weather is crook, we got plenty of emergency cover this year.

If we print shirts, who here thinks they might want one?

shirt..yes please...XL or 100kg class

Mmm sausages and girls...yummi!!!!! can we have one every week

I'm in for a shirt. XL.

Shirt me up - XL

and a 6 pack of donuts

Just don't get any of that ladies food near my snags

I'll take a shirt (XL)

(and if you need a hand with anything drop me a line)

Mmm donuts too..
what does ladies food look like Ben..

So far thats 3 fat shirts and a shirt for Kurt...or should we be asking for XXL's

Hell yeah Shirts are cool. xxl (and losing) x 2 and small x 2.
Adam I'm 105kg and I managed!

chicken

I'm at 105kg now too. Set myself a challenge to get down a bit before this so should be a chance.

I've got 4 months to get the wheelies right, and eat a donut while doing it!

Thanks Glenn, haha...
I get the bald award....Nice mono-hop too mate...your a frEAK

I'm battling to break the 80kg mark. That's get up to 80ks not the other way around. Oh yeah, you probably didn't need to know that.

In all honesty, it's because us single guys have to keep in shape. You married guys can let yourselves go a bit...

I was gonna say I got some spare fat for you James but that wouldn't sound right! Did it! lol
The Bling Brothers, Matt, Leroy and Stu. masters of their crafts.

No that definitely didn't sound right Glenn.

lol I weighed myself yesterday and I'm 116kg, time to hit the panic button and the gym!

As long as my boss gives me the time off I will be there for sure!

I might even stuff a bike in the boot!

Reece theres a weight loss thread on OS in the off track section. me and some of the guys on there have been losing for a few weeks now..

Think we need to ask Mick how to lose the beef...he is flying