2020 Gtr Mhs Memorial Ride # 12

[DavidFL]

Hi David,
I would like to sign up for this years GTR memorial ride 2020. If it’s not too late I wud like to order 2 Medium Tee shirts. I will probably book my own rooms at MHS.
thanking you in advance. justin

Youve been added to the list.
Unfortunately there won't be anymore T-shirts printed before the event.
But a post event batch will be done for those who missed out.

 

[hawaiianbrians]

Sorry David, I cannot make it as I am back in Iraq for my last bit of work before I retire for good! They finally called me back to work after 8 1/2 months away. I sure am looking forward to being retired and staying in Thailand and will be there for the 2021 event for sure. See you in Chiang Khong in April or May when I get back!

 

[blackb15]

I tried to make the ride as I always enjoy it so much and haven’t missed one for a while.
I got to Bangkok from England but now in isolation for 15 days so I will miss ride.
Have a beer for me I will have a ride to the memorial when I arrive and pay my respects.
Hope to catch up with some of you in Chiangmai ASAP
Safe riding

 

[DavidFL]

The guest list & room numbers for PIya Guesthouse

1. David
2. Tim
3. Robert
4. Ian
5. Scotty
6. David Andrew
7. Jurgen Chopard
8. Richard Ched Yot
9. Peter Stanley
10. Kay BBT big bed.
11. Noah BBT twin bed
12. Jason Unk twin bed
No room # 13
14. Matthias
15. Brian Jones
16. John Blackie
17. Tom Stenshavn
19. Dominique Crauser
20. JJ & Ploy
21. Steve Prince.

Piya is full.
If anyone else wants to come & join you need to book your own room outside.

 

[DavidFL]

28 October
The updated list of participants - currently 58.

2020 Participants

1. David Unk
2. Tim
3. Vero
4. Ian Bungy
5. Robert Hoghead
6. Korn
7. Scotty
8. Dave DKT
9. Richard Na Ched Yot
10. Youngie
11. Jason Unk
12. Hawaiianbrians
13. Jurgen C
14. Gavin C
15. Brian Jones
16. Kay BBT
17. Noah BBT
18. Graham E
19. Graham E friend
20. Matthias Bkk
21. Gary Morecraft
22. Jozef
23. Jozef friend
24. Dominque
25. Dominique friend
26. Kevin Pugh
27. Benjamin James
28. Patrick Henry
29. Patrick Henry friend
30. Paul Gilligan
31. Yaowaret Yuangram (Paul Gilligan mate 1)
32. Sammy Jay
33. John Blackie
34. Joolz Price
35. Tony Lloyd
36. Chris Grimshaw
37. Charlie Brennan
38. Steve Merchant
39. Tom Stenshavn
40. Gary Sparkes (Paul Gilligan mate 2)
41. Mark Murray (Paul Gilligan mate 3)
42. Bo Phasook (Paul Gilligan mate 4)
43.Nutchaya Khamsrila (Paul Gilligan mate 5)
44. JJ
45. Ploy (JJ)
46. Greg Joyner via Scotty
47. Greg Vrhovnik via SCotty
48. Pascal Lamanthe via Scotty
49. Eric Robinson
50. Kevin Marsh
51. Markus Etter via Steve Prince
52. Markus Etter wife via Steve Prince
53. David Lek
54. Steve Prince.
55. Graham Knight
56. Hans Decker
57. Mike Gagne
58. Justin Lee
59. Eddie Gunks
60. Jamie JJ Bunyan
61. Joe C
62. Trevor Garrard
63. Mrs Trevor Kanoklak Gnammisri (Anne).
64. Mrs Eric Robinson / Siriwan Chaliawai
65. Steve Coon
66. David Caselton
67. Brian Sage
68. Mon - Mrs B Sage
69. Simon Williams
70. Simon Williams friend.
71. Tuen
72. Glen MacPherson
73. Mrs John Blackie partner.
74. Jerry Jones
75. Andrea Staples
76. Bob Kagan.

Please check for errors - missing names or double ups

 

[DavidFL]

Accommodation update 29 October 2020

Palm House in Mae Hong Son still has 2 x twin bed rooms & 1 x 3-bed room available in the new block, plus several rooms in the old block.

 

[DavidFL]

A couple of banners for this year's ride

The main banner to go up at both the Chedi & Piya Poolside Party

The long neck musicians will be playing & singing on a mini stage set up in front of the banner by the pool.

The Dwarfs banner for use on the road - one at the PTT start & one at the designated lunch stop.

It is gonna be another fun ride.

The Dinner Menu

The Breakfast Menu

 

[DavidFL]

PROGRAM 2020 GTR 12TH ANNUAL MHS MEMORIAL RIDE.

OUTLINE

Rendezvous at the PTT Nam Phrae on the canal road, R3035, south of Chiang Mai.
Location: Google Maps

Rendezvous time 7AM
7.20AM: Short briefing & group photo.
7.45AM first bikes depart
Follow the canal road to R108 & turn right to take R108 to MHS.

Lunch is the same as last year & set up at the coffee view point above Mae La Noi.
Location: Google Maps

We want everyone in MHS at the PTT by 3PM
Location PTT MHS: Google Maps
At 3.30PM depart to the GTR Chedi with a police escort
The temple & chedi ceremonies start at 4PM.
Everyone should participate in these ceremonies!

Emergency Service Back Up Vehicles.
There are two vehicles.

1. Back up service vehicle, a pick up, following the group to assist with any breakdowns.
2. Emergency medical vehicle – ambulance with doctor & nurses – organised by the MHS TAT & MHS provincial hospitals to follow the group, starting from Hot to MHS.

ENTRY FEE
Because of the group size and inconvenience paying individually for the lunch stop & dinner we request all participants pay a starting fee of 1,000 baht / 1,200 baht with breakfast. This money will be collected at the start at the PTT Nam Phrae.

This covers
Lunch excluding drinks: 50 baht
Dinner excluding drinks: 300 baht. Please check the menu – the food line up is excellent.
Temple donation & service fees: 650 baht

• Back up service vehicle
• Ambulance & medical staff
• Entertainment at the Piya dinner

Optional buffet breakfast at the Salween 200 baht extra. Please check the menu – the breakfast food line up is excellent.


DETAILS APPROX TIME SCHEDULES
Ex PTT Nam Phrae 7.45 AM

Don’t ride as a convoy. Riders are advised to form your own group and ride at their own pace.
Ride at a pace that is comfortable for you & your little group.

We recommend ride straight to Mae Sarieng.
Do not stop in Hot only 74 kms away.
Ride straight through to Mae Sarieng.

PPT Nam Phrae – Mae Sarieng = 177 kms / 2 hrs 45 minutes
ETA Mae Sarieng PTT = 10.30 AM
Location PTT Mae Sarieng: Google Maps
Stop 15 minutes fuel up.
Depart Mae Sarieng 10.45 AM
(Next fuel stop MHS. PTT Mae Sarieng – PTT MHS = 161 kms.)

Mae Sarieng to Mae La Noi = 29 kms / 20 minutes.
Depart PTT Mae Sarieng 10.45 AM
ETA Mae La Noi = 11.05 AM.
Early lunch stop at the Coffee Veiwpont overlooking Mae La Noi.

Mae Na Noi Lunch approx 25 minutes
Google Maps
Depart Mae La Noi 11.30 AM

Mae La Noi Lunch is available from 11AM
Lunch is paid for in your entry fee.
Please eat up & move on as there wont be seating for everyone.
There are two choices

1. Phat Siew fried noodles
2. Fried Rice with Veges

Drinks must be paid for as you order them

Mae La Noi to Khun Yuam = 65 kms / 1 hr 15 minutes
Depart Mae La Noi 11.30 AM
ETA Khun Yuam = 12.45 PM
Location PTT Khun Yuam: Google Maps
Stop 15 minutes
Depart Khun Yuam 1.00 PM

Khun Yuam – Mae Hong Son = 67 kms / 1 hr 15 minutes
Depart Khun Yuam 1.00 PM
ETA Mae Hong Son = 2.15 PM
Regroup at the PTT in MHS & wait for the police escort to the GTR chedi.
Location PTT Mae Hong Son: Google Maps

Depart PTT MHS To The Chedi At 3pm
Ceremonies start at 4PM
There will be a police escort to the chedi
Chedi Location: Google Maps


MAE HONG SON - THE PROGRAM

MHS Outline
Rendezvous at the PTT. Take a group photo with the police.
3pm proceed to the GTR chedi with a police escort.
4pm conduct the ceremonies at the temple.

1. Park the bikes at the GTR Chedi & have a brief history about the GTR chedi.
2. Walk down the hill to the sala & conduct the main ceremony.
3. Walk back up to the Chedi, for a brief Chedi ceremony & a group photo with the monks.
4. Disperse, check into your hotel & meet up at the Piya guesthouse for dinner.

Parking at the Chedi
Please spread out riding up to the chedi.
There are two narrow, steep sections with tight turns.
We don't want riders getting baulked by other riders & stalling on the slope.
Pay attention when parking your bikes at the chedi.
Park your bikes in a line, to form an avenue on both sides of the path to the chedi.
Line up the bikes on the right hand side first, then the left side.
Someone will be there to guide you parking the bikes.

Dinner & Music is at Piya GH
Location: Google Maps

1. Dinner is a buffet & supplied by the Salween Restaurant. Tables & chairs will be set up around the pool.
2. Dinner, excluding drinks, is paid for in your entry fee. See the dinner menu below.
3. Tables & chairs for 60 people will be set up in the garden around the pool.
4. A small bar will be set up by the poolside sala. Please pay as you order. There will be Leo beer on supply @ 90 baht a big bottle. Waitresses will be taking beer orders & serving

Dinner Buffet Menu

1. Green Tea Salad
2. Potato Salad
3. Chicken Cordon Bleu
4. Roast Pork Sirloin
5. Chicken Kiev
6. Veggie & Cashew Nuts
7. Fried Rice with Eggs
8. Fried Noodles with Veggies
9. Mung Bean Soup
10. Banana in Coconut Milk

Breakfast is at the Salween.
Location: Google Maps
We need confirmation of the breakfast numbers.
When you pay your entry fee please indicate if you want breakfast at the Salween
The breakfast buffet at the Salween is 200 baht.

Breakfast Menu

1. Toast Butter & Jam
2. Fried Bacon
3. Smoked Ham
4. Scrambled Eggs
5. Fried Eggs
6. Soft Boiled Eggs
7. Rice Soup with Pork
8. Porridge with Coconut Milk
9. Fruit Salad
10. Homemade Yoghurt
11. Baked Beans
12. Hash Browns
13. Fresh Coffee
14. Lipton Tea
15. Fresh OJ
16. Water

Sunday morning a group photo with the police outside Wat Chong Klang @ 9.30 – 10AM?
Location: Google Maps

Optional MHS GTR Memorial Ride Certificate
The Mae Hong Son Chamber of Commerce issues a certificate to people who go to MHS.
It reads like this: “Mr Valentino Rossi” has conquered 1864 curves to Mae Hong Son.
For the GTR MHS Memorial Ride they will issue a special certificate with the added words
“Mr Valentino Rossi” Attended the 12th Annual GTR MHS Memorial Ride 2020 & conquered 1864 curves to Mae Hong Son.
If you want a certificate we require your name in advance for the MHS Chamber of Commerce to prepare them.

Traffic & Roads
The road is 4-lane all the way to Hot 74 kms.
The traffic through Chomthong city is congested & slow.
R108 from Hot to the Mae Chaem turn off can be busy.
R108 from the Om Koi turn off is bumpy asphalt on the ridge line.
R108 from Mae Sarieng to Mae Hong is a beautiful surface.

Fuel Stops

1. PTT Nam Phrae at the start. Google Maps
2. PTT Nam Phrae – Mae Sarieng PTT = 177 kms. Google Maps
3. PTT Mae Sarieng – PTT Mae Hong Son = 161 kms. Google Maps
4. There is a PTT in Hot, 74 kms from the Nam Phrae start. Google Maps
5. There is fuel at Kong Loi, 129 kms from the Nam Phrae start. Google Maps
6. There is PTT Fuel in Khun Yuam 92 kms from Mae Sarieng / 67 kms from MHS. Google Maps

Please enjoy your time on the 12th Annual GTR MHS Memorial Ride.
The event is not a race, but a ride to pay respect to departed riding mates, sharing some biker camaraderie along the way, plus a celebration of the good life we have here as motorcyclists.
Thank you for coming on the ride and joining in the event.

Insurance: With a bigger group going this year we would like to remind all riders about accident insurance should you be riding uninsured.
The person we use & recommend for insurance is Ms Mon
Contact: [email protected]

 

[Simon K Williams]

+1 for me. + 1 pillion.

thanks
Simon

 

[DavidFL]

+1 for me. + 1 pillion.

thanks
Simon

Updated the list with you lucky # 69.
Can we have a name for your friend please.

 

[DavidFL]

Certificates for the MHS Loop & the 12th Annual GTR Dinner

Optional MHS GTR Memorial Ride Certificate
The Mae Hong Son Chamber of Commerce issues a certificate to people who go to MHS.
It reads like this: “Mr Valentino Rossi” has conquered 1864 curves to Mae Hong Son.
For the GTR MHS Memorial Ride they will issue a special certificate with the added words
“Mr Valentino Rossi” Attended the 12th Annual GTR MHS Memorial Ride 2020 & conquered 1864 curves to Mae Hong Son.
If you want a certificate we require your name in advance for the MHS Chamber of Commerce to prepare them.

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The list so far

1. Paul Gilligan
   
2. Yaowaret Yuangram
   
3. Gary Sparkes
   
4. Mark Murray
   
5. Bo Phasook
   
6. Jason Unkovich
7. Scotty Mackenzie
8. Richard Na Jed Yod
9. Gavin Colpitts
10. Eric Robinson
11. Siriwan Chaliawwai
12. Trevor Garrard
13. Kanoklak Ngammisri
14. Kevin Marsh
15. David Andrew
16. Ms. Kunnarat Saro (Ploy)

 

[princey]

Sounds like a great ride Dave
Well done.
Just need to state I don't "RACE"
I just ride fast. 555.

 

[scotty007]

Certificates for the MHS Loop & the 12th Annual GTR Dinner

Optional MHS GTR Memorial Ride Certificate
The Mae Hong Son Chamber of Commerce issues a certificate to people who go to MHS.
It reads like this: “Mr Valentino Rossi” has conquered 1864 curves to Mae Hong Son.
For the GTR MHS Memorial Ride they will issue a special certificate with the added words
“Mr Valentino Rossi” Attended the 12th Annual GTR MHS Memorial Ride 2020 & conquered 1864 curves to Mae Hong Son.
If you want a certificate we require your name in advance for the MHS Chamber of Commerce to prepare them.

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The list so far

1. Paul Gilligan
   
2. Yaowaret Yuangram
   
3. Gary Sparkes
   
4. Mark Murray
   
5. Bo Phasook
   
6. Nutchaya Khamsrila
7. Jason Unkovich

Scotty Mackenzie

 

[Jerry Douglas Jones]

Hi David
Could I please be added to the list for people joining the ride , the dinner and the breakfast this year. There will be two of us please.

Jerry Jones
Andrea Staples

Thank you for your kind attention and approval.

 

[Jerry Douglas Jones]

Confirmed the 2020 GTR MHS Memorial Ride T-shirt
3 colours on the front, one colour on the back.

View attachment 137599

The same brand of shirt as last year = the same sizes.
If what fitted ok last year, order the same size..
If you were in the photo at the chedi last year, you are on the 2020 T-shirt

First orders being taken now & can be ready in about 2-3 weeks.

T-shirt Orders

1. David Unk 1 x 2XL
2. Jason Unk 1 x L
3. George MHS 1 x
4. Darunee MHS 1 x
5. Ian Bungy 1 x XL
6. Graham E 1 x XL
7. Graham E 2 x M
8. Khun Kay 1 x L
9. Adam Poyser 1 x L
10. Gavin Heineken 1 x 3XL
11. Dave DKT 1 x XL
12. Patrick Henry 1 x XL
13. Matthias 1 x M
14. Gary Morecraft 1 x 2XL
15. Gary Morecraft 1 x M
16. Kevin Pugh 1 x XL
17. Benny James 1 x L
18. Sammy Jay 1 x L
19. Dominque 1 x XL
20. Dominque 1 x M
21. Paul Gilligan 1 x 2XL

The above order has gone in for the first batch of T-shirts to be done.

Second batch
22. John Blackie 1 x 2XL
23. John Blackie 1 x S
24. Nang Salween 1 x L
25. Steve Merchant 1 x XL
26. Tom Stenshavn 1 x 3XL
27. Jusu777 1 x 2XL
28. Jusu 777 1 x XS
29. Tim 1 x 2XL
30. Vero 1 x 2XL
31. Brian J 1 x XL
32. George HH 1 x 2XL
33. Kevin Marsh 1 x S
34. Scotty 2 x L

the 2nd batch of orders above has gone in

Hi David can I order a T-shirt as well please.
JJones 2 x L

 

[DavidFL]

Confirmed the 2020 GTR MHS Memorial Ride T-shirt
3 colours on the front, one colour on the back.

View attachment 137599

The same brand of shirt as last year = the same sizes.
If what fitted ok last year, order the same size..
If you were in the photo at the chedi last year, you are on the 2020 T-shirt

First orders being taken now & can be ready in about 2-3 weeks.

T-shirt Orders

1. David Unk 1 x 2XL
2. Jason Unk 1 x L
3. George MHS 1 x
4. Darunee MHS 1 x
5. Ian Bungy 1 x XL
6. Graham E 1 x XL
7. Graham E 2 x M
8. Khun Kay 1 x L
9. Adam Poyser 1 x L
10. Gavin Heineken 1 x 3XL
11. Dave DKT 1 x XL
12. Patrick Henry 1 x XL
13. Matthias 1 x M
14. Gary Morecraft 1 x 2XL
15. Gary Morecraft 1 x M
16. Kevin Pugh 1 x XL
17. Benny James 1 x L
18. Sammy Jay 1 x L
19. Dominque 1 x XL
20. Dominque 1 x M
21. Paul Gilligan 1 x 2XL

The above order has gone in for the first batch of T-shirts to be done.

Second batch
22. John Blackie 1 x 2XL
23. John Blackie 1 x S
24. Nang Salween 1 x L
25. Steve Merchant 1 x XL
26. Tom Stenshavn 1 x 3XL
27. Jusu777 1 x 2XL
28. Jusu 777 1 x XS
29. Tim 1 x 2XL
30. Vero 1 x 2XL
31. Brian J 1 x XL
32. George HH 1 x 2XL
33. Kevin Marsh 1 x S
34. Scotty 2 x L

the 2nd batch of orders above has gone in

A box of T-shirts is on the way to Mr Mechanic in Chiang Mai & should be available for collection from late tomorrow Tuesday 3rd November.
Google Maps

All the shirts & packed in zip lock bags with the name on them.

Khun Kay 1 x L
Adam Poyser 1 x L
Gavin Heineken 1 x 3XL
Patrick Henry 1 x XL
Matthias 1 x M
Gary Morecraft 1 x 2XL
Gary Morecraft 1 x M
Kevin Pugh 1 x XL
Benny James 1 x L
Sammy Jay 1 x L
Dominque 1 x XL
Dominque 1 x M
Paul Gilligan 1 x 2XL
John Blackie 1 x 2XL
John Blackie 1 x S
Tom Stenshavn 1 x 3XL
Jusu777 1 x 2XL
Jusu 777 1 x XS
Kevin Marsh 1 x S

In a box to the X-Centre
Jason Unk 1 x L
Ian Bungy 1 x XL
Graham E 1 x XL
Graham E 1 x M
Dave DKT 1 x XL

For the people who ordered late or missed out ordering, a 3rd batch will be printed after the event.
Orders are welcome if you want a great little souvenir of the GTR MHS Memorial Ride

 

[Kevin P]

If there is anyone else out there who likes to navigate with Kurviger this link covers the whole route with each stop set as a "via" waypoint and named. You're welcome

PTT Nam Phrae - Piya Guesthouse | Kurviger +〰+=

 

[DavidFL]

Hi David
Could I please be added to the list for people joining the ride , the dinner and the breakfast this year. There will be two of us please.

Jerry Jones
Andrea Staples

Thank you for your kind attention and approval.

Done # 74 & 75.

 

[DavidFL]

Post Ride T-shirts
1. Robert Hoghead 1 x M
2. JJones 2 x L
3. Eric Robinson 1 x L
4. Eric Robinson 1 x M
5. David Lek 1 x L
6. David Lek 1 x XS
7. Nang Salween 1 x M
8. Grahame E 1 x M
9. Neung XL
10. Stephen Coon
11. George
12. Darunee
13. Stephen Coon 1 x 4XL
14. Dave Caselton 1 x 2XL

 

[DavidFL]

Hi David can I order a T-shirt as well please.
JJones 2 x L

Pls confirm 2 shirts size L or one shirt size 2XL?

 

[Jerry Douglas Jones]

Pls confirm 2 shirts size L or one shirt size 2XL?

Hi David
Yes I would like two separate Tshirts both size L. Thank you

 

[DKT Dave]

Hi David,

Eric Robinson would like 2 t-shirts in the Post Ride Batch please.
One size M
One size L

Thanks.

 

[DKT Dave]

Certificates for the MHS Loop & the 12th Annual GTR Dinner

Optional MHS GTR Memorial Ride Certificate
The Mae Hong Son Chamber of Commerce issues a certificate to people who go to MHS.
It reads like this: “Mr Valentino Rossi” has conquered 1864 curves to Mae Hong Son.
For the GTR MHS Memorial Ride they will issue a special certificate with the added words
“Mr Valentino Rossi” Attended the 12th Annual GTR MHS Memorial Ride 2020 & conquered 1864 curves to Mae Hong Son.
If you want a certificate we require your name in advance for the MHS Chamber of Commerce to prepare them.

View attachment 138041
​

The list so far

1. Paul Gilligan
   
2. Yaowaret Yuangram
   
3. Gary Sparkes
   
4. Mark Murray
   
5. Bo Phasook
   
6. Nutchaya Khamsrila
7. Jason Unkovich
8. Scotty Mackenzie
9. Richard Na Jed Yod
10. Gavin Colpitts

Could you add the following names to the list for certificates please David:

Eric Robinson
Siriwan Chaliawwai
Trevor Garrard
Kanoklak Ngammisri
Kevin Marsh
David Andrew

 

[DavidFL]

Hi David,

Eric Robinson would like 2 t-shirts in the Post Ride Batch please.
One size M
One size L

Thanks.

done

 

[Snail]

And two t shirts for me as well please. L and XS