[Hatcho]

IBF Toy Run 2011 in aid of Tallaght National Childrens Hospital


I've been in touch with Ciara in Tallaght NCH about this years Toy Run and we have pretty much everything sorted with just a few bits left to organise. Meetup point and route will be the same as last year - it's a handy spin for riders of all skill levels and why change something thats worked so well thus far. Hopefully the weather will be as good as last year too! Please print out the route from Google Maps and bring on the day.

If you have any ideas/suggestions for this year's run or feedback on last years run please PM me - it'd be great if we can make the run a little bit better each year! We still need to source a van and driver to carry the pressies on the day - if you can help out drop me a PM. We had some members put a fantastic effort into this last year - if we even do half as much this time round it'll be a savage day!

IBF group rideouts have always gone really well with no major mishaps. And this is the way we all want to keep it. So have a good read of the group riding tips below. It's up to each rider to be responsible for themselves. Bear in mind that there's a large variation in abilities/skill level among the forum members and some of us will be less used to riding in groups. So be courteous and give other bikers plenty of space to feel comfortable. Last years run went really well and everyone was fantastic on the road - let's do the same again.

Above all, safety is the top priority - if we arrive at the hospital without any problems and deliver the pressies to the kids then the day's been a success!

Rideout details:
Date of run - Sunday 18th December
Meet up point - On the Run Petrol station on N11 southbound just south of Cabinteely - Linky
Meet up time - 11:30am
Departure time - 12pm sharp
Arrival time - 3pm


Route: Linky to Google Maps
1. Take N11/M11 to Kilmacanogue
2. Then Kilmacanogue to Roundwood, Annamoe, Laragh (R755)
3. Stop in Lynhams of Laragh for a cuppa and group photo
4. Laragh to Rathdrum (R755), Glenealy (R752), Rathnew (R752)
5. Take the N11 North to Kilmacanogue
6. Stop in Kilmacanogue petrol station to thaw out
7. Continue on N11/M11/M50 to Tallaght

Note: In the event of the weather being particularly cold/unpleasant we'll spin down to the Beehive on the N11 and then head back towards Tallaght like we did last year.


Pressie Details:
What age group to buy for depends on the initial of your username on the forum, so:

• A-F - buy a pressie for a 13 to 18 year old
• G-M - buy a pressie for a 8 to 12 year old
• N-S - buy a pressie for an 4 - 8 year old
• T-Z - buy a pressie for a 1 - 3 year old

FAQs:
What sort of toys should we be bringing?
Jigsaws, games - interactive types of toys

Do we wrap the presents?
Please wrap all presents and write age group on wrapping

Do we avoid bringing a 'boy's toy' or a 'girl's toy' (eg guns or Barbie dolls)?
Please avoid cuddly toys, guns and other toys specifically for girls/boys

Do we avoid bringing toy weapons (might not be to every parent's taste)?
Yeah - best avoid stuff like this

Is it possible for us to use staff carpark so to avoid any congestion?
Staff carpark will be available for us to use - security will instruct us on arrival

Can we pool together?
If you want to buy more expensive toys (eg. Playstation games etc.), feel free to share the cost of toys

If I can't get a pressie in time, can I donate a few bob instead?
Anyone wanting to donate to the hospital can give me the money on the day and I'll pass it onto the hospital



Group Riding Tips:
On smaller roads:
Please no overtaking others in the group - keep to the order in which you move off
Ride to the bike behind you not the one in front - keep the bike behind you in view
Think for yourself - don't overtake just because the bike in front did

On motorways:
Ride in a staggered formation where possible - this increases your braking distance and also ensures your visible in the mirrors of the rider in front.

Urban roads:
The group may be split up due to roundabouts/traffic lights as we get closer to the hospital. If necessary, pull over and wait for the others to catch up. When the bike in front of you sees you stop, he/she should do the same. That way the group will remain together.

Stop off points:
Park the bikes in an orderly fashion - this means we'll use up less space and also it'll look a lot better for the photographs!!


As bikers we're responsible for making a good impression while on the road so no pulling wheelies beside old dears in their Fiestas!!
But seriously, we want to make a good impression to all those who meet us so ride safe, and ride responsibly.

[Darkcloud]

Dear Santa, can we lease have better weather for this year's toy run ?
Fair play Sean, can't believe it's that time already

[Hatcho]

Darkcloud, on 10 October 2011 - 05:03 PM, said:

Dear Santa, can we lease have better weather for this year's toy run ?
Fair play Sean, can't believe it's that time already

Couldnt believe it meself to be honest!

Keep saying prayers for good weather!

[Stephen190867]

My first toy run yippee.
Looking forward to it.

[Magnets]

Feck was gonna ring you tomorrow Sean, looks like we may have a clash again with our one. Spoke to Billy on Biker today theres is the 11th, Bren (santas sleigh driver) is,in Haiti but ill try make contact to see if he will go for the 10th or 17th.feck feck feck

[Playtime]

good man Sean have it in me diary

couldnt make last year due to prior commitment so looking forward to this

if ya need a hand sheparding the sheep will only be too glad to help

[CBR 46]

See ya again for this

[KTRIC]

Is it that time of the year again ??
I missed last years one due to a stupidity inflicted injury. Will make it this time

[Hatcho]

Magnets, on 10 October 2011 - 05:41 PM, said:

Feck was gonna ring you tomorrow Sean, looks like we may have a clash again with our one. Spoke to Billy on Biker today theres is the 11th, Bren (santas sleigh driver) is,in Haiti but ill try make contact to see if he will go for the 10th or 17th.feck feck feck

Ah, sh!teb@lls! Sure have a chat with the lads to see if they can do the previous weekend. That said, we've so many members at this stage we'd have enough for four runs! Would be nice to be able to go on both though....

[Magnets]

Hatcho, on 11 October 2011 - 06:45 AM, said:

Ah, sh!teb@lls! Sure have a chat with the lads to see if they can do the previous weekend. That said, we've so many members at this stage we'd have enough for four runs! Would be nice to be able to go on both though....

Likewise Seany, I'd love to get on the IBF one even if it's only to tell DC that Lucan won't miss him!

Have gotten a message to Bren in Haiti so hopefully he will contact me today.

[Fr Dougal]

Jeez, where's the year gone? Hope to make this but will know for definite closer to the day.

[sutty]

Haven done this since the first one. Finally have a job again so should hopefully be able to make this

[The Greek AKA The cat]

I will be there. Looking forward to it already.

[KaosTheory]

See ya there folks!

Kaos

[steophilis]

good man hatcho, see you there

[Hatcho]

Right folks, I'm looking for a victim (sorry, volunteer) to be our Santa on the Toy Run. We have a suit etc. all set to go - just need someone to jump into it and give it loads of 'Ho ho ho!!'



So, who's game?

[Darkcloud]

Hatcho, on 07 November 2011 - 09:52 AM, said:

Right folks, I'm looking for a victim (sorry, volunteer) to be our Santa on the Toy Run. We have a suit etc. all set to go - just need someone to jump into it and give it loads of 'Ho ho ho!!'



So, who's game?

I'm too skinny ..............


I nominate the sherriff

[TC]

I am sorry I can't do Santa but I am still in a jocker with my shoulder.
Hope you all have a great day and safe rideout.
TC

[Darkcloud]

Hatcho, on 07 November 2011 - 09:52 AM, said:

Right folks, I'm looking for a victim (sorry, volunteer) to be our Santa on the Toy Run. We have a suit etc. all set to go - just need someone to jump into it and give it loads of 'Ho ho ho!!'



So, who's game?

BUMP for this

[frenchpaddy]

I'll be there too - hope this time the weather will be better so there will more than 2 of us on 2 wheels !!! Was good to meet people warming up with a good full breakfast though

I'll see to get Carole Nash backup again for few extra toys for the kids - can't have a kid with no presy for xmas...