Featured Touring Coromandel Loop 2025

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    Auckland Chapter wanted a weekend away, so it was time to ride the Coromandel Loop clockwise, with an overnight stay in Whitianga.

    Rain threatened, but made for a gorgeous day riding, although it definitely hot warmer:oops: as we passed midday

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    I had booked the Top Pub for lunch at 12:30, and we arrived right on time (good ride planning) even with yge more regular nature stops :p

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    Bikes parked up, ready to party
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    After some quiet preparation :joy: a 10 person van booked and we were off to the local Mercury Bay Game Fishing Club for football, drinks and dinner :heart_eyes:

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    Full English on the BBQ and we were off to complete the second half, with minimal nature and gas stops

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    Looks like a great weekend on a great route.

    I was lucky enough to ride there with my son-in-law a few years back, me on a rented Versys 650 (really nice bike!) and him on his 690 Duke. We even stopped over in Whitianga!!
     
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    Great pictures, as is the norm. Full English looked belly-nibbles.gif
     
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    Love the photos! I wish I could find a ride out in my neck of the woods! I think that it would be fun to tour with some folks who enjoy a collegial ride in a pretty place.

    I'm jealous!
     
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    @Dartplayer: Thanks for sharing your great pictures and impressions. The food looks delicious!!!;)
     
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    Square fried eggs to fit toast..... excellent!! :)
     
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