North Staffs Jesters Scooter Fest 9 - Sun 19th May

It's the North Staffs Jesters Scooter Fest 9 at Leek on Sunday. It's always a great day out with a good parts fair, custom show and entertainment and the weather forecast looks a lot better than we've had recently. Not sure who's planning to go, but suggest meeting at Clubbies around 10, for a 10:15 departure.

Chester Scooter Club at the Tenby Rally

Courtesy of Andy 'I love vespa's' Nixon

Sunday 12th May NWBA Petrolheads to River Dee Chester rideout

Sunday 12th May NWBA Petrolheads to River Dee Chester

This was the first rideout a couple of years ago which kick-started off the North Wales & Borders Alliance. Last years event had 178 scooters starting from Petrolheads.

The rideout will leave Petrolheads cafe Bagillt at 12.30pm PROMPT. The route this year has changed slightly, travelling through Flint on the A548, over the Flintshire bridge onto Deeside ind estate. Then along Sealand road into Chester. Turn right towards the courts along Nicholas Way, taking 1st left at the Grosvenor roundabout along Grosvenor Street. Turning right onto Souters Lane and down to Groves along the River Dee. Any volunteers for marshals would be appreciated.

North Wales Nomads, Into the Valley 7, Sun 28th Apr

Those going on the Nomads Into the Valley rideout this Sunday should head for Petrolheads cafe in Bagillt for a 12 noon departure to the Pen Y Bont in Abergele - rideout to Betws-Y-Coed leaves there at 1pm.

St Davids Day Rideout - Sunday 3rd March

St David's day rideout to Great Orme Llandudno, hosted by HeadBangors SC. This is the first North Wales & Border Alliance rideout for 2013.

For those coming from the East leaving Petrolheads cafe Bagillt 10.15am prompt. Riding along the coat road A548 through Prestatyn, Rhyl prom, Abergele, Llandullas and Old Colwyn turn right at The Royal pub Colwyn Bay onto Sea view Road then left into Ivy Street car park. (Last year lots missed the turning) Meeting up with HeadBangors and other clubs approx 11.15am.
Leaving car park approx 11.30am towards Colwyn bay pier, Rhos on sea into Llandudno. Along the Orme and back towards the pier, whereby The Esplanade hotel along the prom has kindly given permission to use the rear car park and offers a warm welcome to scooter riders should you want to get a drink or meal etc.


For some cracking photos of the rideout, courtesy of the Wrexham Scooter Club website, use the link below

http://www.photobox.co.uk/my/album?album_id=1786523523

Blast from the Past

I have received an email from Alan Love wondering if any of our members remember him from his scooter days in Chester around the years '71to '75. He was involved with Cloud 9 and mentions the Ant Hill mob ? He is hoping someone may have a photo from that time with him on it .I can pass on his email if anyone wants to make contact .Dave.

LCGB BSM rally dates for 2013

Event 22 should be of interest, especially when the venue is decided.

Event 1: 2-3 March VFM Pre-Season Rally Blackpool
Event 2: 16-17 March Modrapheniacs SC Sandford Rallly
Event 3: 29 March -1 April BSRA National Rally Scarborough
Event 4: 20-21 April LCGB Coast to Coast (Saltburn to St Bees)
Event 5: 4-6 May BSRA National Rally Tenby
Event 6: 11-12 May Essex Lambrettta Club Southend Rally
Event 7: 18-19 May Rotherham SC Camping in Catcliffe
Event 8: 25-27 May BSRA National Rally Kelso
Event 9: 8-9 June Euro Lambretta Avignon France
Event 10: 22-23 June Dick Turpin SC The Bear Inn South Cave East Yorkshire
Event 11: 29-30 June Hayling Island Rally South West Scooter Clubs
Event 12: 6-7 July BSRA National Rally Cleethorpes
Event 13: 13-14 July LCGB 60th Anniversary Rally Shipston on Stour
Event 14: 20-21 July Sheffield Scooter Clubs Hammered in Sheffield Rally
Event 15: 27-28 July BSRA National Rally Exmouth
Event 16: 3-4 August Darlington SC Rally
Event 17: 10-11 August Warsop Sinners SC Rally Mansfield
Event 18: 24-26 August BSRA National Rally Isle of Wight
Event 19: 31 August-1 September BSRA National Rally Mersea Island
Event 20: 14-15 September New Forest SC Rally Hampshire
Event 21: 21-22 September BSRA National Rally Woolacombe
Event 22: 28-29 September Four Nations Rally North Wales (Venue to be decided)
Event 23: 26-27 October BSRA National Rally Bridlington

Vintage Scooter Video

Hi all Dave sent me this link to a Youtube video, thought I would share it with you all as I think it's quite unique in giving an insight into to early British Scootering. For me the early 60's cars are as good to look at as the scooters. Does anyone know what the scooter was called ridden by that nutter over the tank testing track ?

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A request from Andy (Nico)

Here is a picture of helens grandad in the centre of the picture behind that horrid (german he thinks) scooter.The picture was taken in Liverpool in the 1950s we think But maybe some one could put a better date on it by looking at the lambrettas,Helens grandad can not remember what the make of his scooter was and would love to know. Also wondering if his mates Lambrettas are still about as you can clearly see the reg plates.

Here are the details of the Dunkley Popular (the strange red one in the middle) that Eugene correctly identified, however the front mudguard looks a little different. Click on the image to zoom up the details, 25 to 30 mph !!!!

Also the NSU Prima V looks about right, have a look at this video www.youtube.com/watch?v=3vC0R5nuFPU

Auto Motas Scooters Pics 1950's ?

Interesting find today while going through some old photos at my dads, found these of the old Auto Motas scooter shop in Chester and Davies cycle shop which look like around the end of the 1950's to me. My dad was a keen photographer and took thousands of photos of everything and anything, so i thought I would post these up for nostalgia. Looks like Lambretta LD Mk 3's and a nice Heinkel bubble car parked up outside, I zoomed up the shop sign which I thought was also interesting.

Toy Run photos

Click the link to see some photos from the Toy Run

Toy Run 2012

Ride to the Tap ,Thursday 27th December.

Liverpool Scooter Club are organising there "Mersey Bowl Ride " again this year on the day after Boxing Day,Thursday 27th December. Slight change of plan this year as once everyone has arrived at the Tap pub at Eastham Ferry,then there is a mass ride to the Pensby Hotel for lunch .The Pensby is the home base for "Too Much,Too Old " Scooter Club .Anyone from Chester could meet at Clubbies about 11ish.We will leave at 11.45, latest, hoping to arrive at the Tap about 12.30 in time for the mass rideout .All this depends on the weather during next week ,untill then Happy Christmas !

Stolen scooter

Keep your eyes peeled and ears open - Ben's scooter has been stolen from his garage in Red Hall Avenue, Connahs Quay.

Lambretta LI 150 Special
White with blue metalfake, bubblescreen and kick out mirror
Reg - APY 106 A

If you see or hear anything let someone in the club know and we'll pass it on to him.

Chester Scooter Club Christmas Toy Run 2012

2016 Rally Dates

Frank Wilson - Dec 5 1940 - Sept 27 2012

Southport

UPDATE -Due to the Chester half marathon and city centre roads being closed on Sunday,  Chester Scooter Club will be meeting at the Yacht pub on parkgate road at 10.15am and leaving at 10.30am. Any other clubs or solo riders are welcome to ride with us.

Fred Perry documentary, Whitley Bay scooter rally 1989

Rhyl Weekender,this weekend.

The Rhyl Weekender is on this weekend,14th-16th September .Chester scooter club are having a ride up there on Saturday lunch time .Anyone wanting to ride up with the club should be at Clubbies at 11.15 am latest for an 11.30 departure.If anyone wants to meet on Deeside we should be passing the Halfway House pub (near the college)between 11.50 and noon .

Run to the Bears Paw Frodsham thur 6th sept

Liverpool Scooter Club`s yearly run to the bears paw pub frodsham , is taking place this thursday evening 6th sept.They aim to arrive in frodsham between 8-8.30. Chester Scooter Club meet at clubbies 7.30 with the view of leaving at 7.45.

Sunday 9th September, Rideout .

N.WBSC Alliance are having a rideout next Sunday starting from Petrolheads cafe @ Bagillt into Chester down to the river .I cant find out any times etc ., so all will have to be arranged at Tuesday nights club meet .

UPDATE - For those who want to ride from Chester to Petrolheads and back again, we will be leaving Clubbies at 11-30 to ride to Bagillt and will leave Petrolheads at 12-30 to ride to the Groves at the River Dee at Chester.

Ride on Gary

The Funeral Of Gary Clark

Gary Clark's funeral will take place on Friday 31st August. Leaving from his house in Gwersyllt at 11.30am or the committal is at Wrexham Crematorium 12 noon. All scooters are welcome and come dressed how you like.
The meeting point is Tesco car park in Gwersyllt at 10.45am if you're on your scooter. 

update   update update :-  It was agreed at Tuesday meeting that anyone from the club wanting to ride to the funeral would meet at Clubbies @ 10 am to leave prompt @ 10.15 am for Gwersyllt. Leg shield banners are being displayed for those that have them .

Dabbers sc Rideout Sunday 2nd Sept.

"Smell the 2 Stroke No.4 " is on on Sunday 2nd September .The rideout starts from the Broxton Roundabout car park ,on the Wrexham road ,CH39JW.@12.30 .The rideout goes to the Railway Hotel,Nantwich ,Cheshire with bands playing The Rude Boys + The Generation .Contact is Aynsley Wilson on 07913021007. Suggest meet at Cl;ubbies 11.15 to leave latest at 11.45 for anyone coming from Chester area .update update update Liverpool sc are coming to meet up with us at Clubbies at 11am on Sunday .As a result Pat has agreed to do the coffee/tea/bacon butties on Sunday morning,so bring your appetites with you !!

Gary Clark - Sad News

I have just recieved the sad news of the sudden death of our club member Gary Clark . No details are known at this time .As information comes available I will update . I am sure all the club members who new Gary will want to join with me to send our condolences and deepest sympathy to Gary's widow and family , Update :- Anyone wanting to make a contribution to Gary's family and the funeral can do so at Alladins Cave in Saltney as Tomo has agreed to be the custodian of the fund .

1960's Texas Lambretta Dealers Photos

Hi guys, some interesting pictures here that I found on a link from Facebook.

http://sirwheelsy.com/?p=526&fb_source=message

Aberdovey Rideout Pics

Long hard day in the saddle which started off pretty wet and miserable and reached a 50/50 turn-back decision point at Bala where the weather had turned for the worse and it had got considerably colder. However not to be beaten the intrepid riders of CSC carried on to the petrol stop at Dolgellau where the weather started to brighten up and the decision was made to carry on all the way to Dovey, which was bathed in sun when we arrived, it turned out a really good ride on fantastic twisties with splendid Welsh scenic views. Riders present were Dave, Bernie + Tracy, Steve, Graham, Brian, Brian Gosling, Peter + Alison.

Members of Chester SC spotted at Cleethorpes

Run - Scooter Documentary from mid 90s?

wrexham Scooter Club Llangollen Rideout 2012

Jesters "Scooterfest 8 " this Sunday,20th May .

North Staffs "Jesters " scooter club are holding their "scooterfest" in Leek town centre this Sunday.Its in the usual place, Silk street car park ,Leek ,ST136HX.Free entry,parts fair ,ridden custom show ,hog roast etc .This event always has a good turnout and ChesterS.C. have done this event many times in the past .Suggest meet at Clubbies 10.00 am leave 10.15 as parking in leek is always difficult for late arrivals .We need to be there noon at the latest . Dave .

Parkgate Rideout

A very nice local ride was enjoyed by all, only slightly spoiled by the strong gusty wind. Well done to Barry Turner for mustering such a large number of North West scooters. Click on the pictures to enlarge, scroll through the images and click the top right X to come back to here.

Builth Wells Video 2012.wmv

Parkgate Rideout ,Sunday,May 13th.

The next rideout on our list is to Parkgate on Sunday ,May 13th .This is being run by our old pal Barry Turner in conjunction with the North Wales and Borders Alliance and the Lancashire Scooter Alliance .Meeting point is the Helsby Services on the M56 at 12 noon departing @ 12.30 for the Ship Hotel, CH646SA ,on the prom at Parkgate .There is scooter parking behind the pub and they will be selling burger and chips .UPDATE UPDATE UPDATE . Due to a half marathon in Chester City it has been decided to meet at The Yacht Inn on the Parkgate road just before Two Mills lights .Meet at 12.30. The rideout should pass The Yacht at appx .12.50 .Rideout details are on the Lancashire Alliance website or contact Barry Turner on 0151 356 8384.

Easter Egg Run 2012 Photos

Big thanks to Iain Bradley of Shrewsbury Severnside Scooter Club for taking all the photos as nobody in Chester SC remembered to bring a camera !! Anyway it was a really successful day with a record turn out, so thanks to all of the scooterists from around the North West and North Wales who turned out to make the day such a success, not forgetting Pat (Landlady of the Grosvenor Arms) and Bernie and Tracey who made it all possible.

Chester SC Egg Run 12'

liverpool scooter club open day 2011

Photo's From The Tap Run C/O Liverpool SC

Just saw these snaps from the rideout to the Tap Pub in between Christmas and New Year. Pictures are linked to the Liverpool SC website.

Click Here for Pictures

Christmas Toy Run Donation

 
 

The raffle at the Christmas Toy Run raised enough money for the club to make a donation to Claire House Hospice of one hundred and fifteen pounds. The cash was taken to Claire House following our ride to the Tap pub on Tuesday 27th . Many thanks to all those who contributed to the raffle prizes and to those who bought tickets on the day .Also a big thank you to Tracey for running the raffle on the day .

Toy Run - Many Thanks

The annual Toy Run to the childrens ward of the Countess Hospital was a resounding success,once again ! Many thanks to all that turned up with a special mention to Fred Turner on his heavily "modded up " Vespa coming all the way from St Helens,mostly alone,well done Fred !Thanks to our great landlady Pat (and Andy !) and staff at the Grosvenor Arms for laying it all on for us . Apart from all our visitors on scooters well done to Chester Scooter Club for a really good turnout and for supplying all the prizes for the raffle ,which raised over £100 for Clair House Hospice.A big thanks to Bernie and Tracey who put in a lot of effort to make this event happen . Finally I'd like to thank The Weather for giving us the best it can at this time of the year !! We were lucky once again !

Chester Scooter Club Christmas Toy Run Sun 18th December

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North Wales & Borders Alliance-2012 Events

Clubs affiliated to the North Wales & Borders Alliance -
North Wales Nomads SC
Bolloxspeed SC - Deeside
Cloud 9 SC
Liverpool SC
Wrexham SC
Headbangors SC
Northern Aces SC
Chester SC
Northwich Omega SC,
North Shropshire SC, Oswestry
Chosen Few SC, Deeside

So NWBA dates for next year is as follows:-

4th March - St David's day rideout, hosted by HeadBangors SC.

1st April - Chester SC Easter egg run.

22nd April - Into the Valley 6, hosted by North Wales Nomads SC

27th May - Llangollen rideout, hosted by Wrexham SC

17th June - Storm the fort, hosted by Cloud 9 SC

13-15 July - Bolloxspeed SC weekender at Chester Rugby Club

27-29 July - Northern Aces SC weekender at Corus Club, Shotton. Deeside

12th August - Liverpool SC rideout to Sefton Park, Liverpool

9th September - NWBA Petrolheads cafe Bagillt to River Dee Chester

23rd September - BBQ hosted by North Wales Nomads SC

More info will be announced on the above as and when

Also to take into the equation are -

3rd December 2011 - Wrexham xmas bash at Wrexham Lager club / Liverpool SC xmas do

18th December 2011 - Chester SC toy run

14th January 2012 - Bolloxspeed post xmas do at Chester Rugby club

28th January 2012 - North Wales Nomads SC Post xmas do at Rhyl Rugby Club

18th February 2012 - Northern Aces SC annual pre-season do at Deeside Naval Club

Bolloxspeed BBQ

Joey at Bolloxspeed SC messaged our facebook page with the following info:

Back by popular demand Bolloxspeed are having another BBQ night next Wednesday night 12/10/11 so feel free to pop along, all invited.
If you fancy it as a bit of a club rideout just let us know so we can make sure we've got enough bratwurst and burgers to satisfy!

Pics from the Warrington Rideout

Southport - Sunday Oct 9th

I know a few of us can not make this event, But for the ones that can,we will be meeting at clubbies at 10.30 am and will leave no later than 10.45 am .As always any other scooter club or solo riders are welcome to join us.

Sunday Oct 9th -
Lancashire Scooter Alliance Ride-Out Hosted by Southport Coasters SC
Meet at the Bull and Dog pub Burscough (A59) Were it will be open from 11am for Hot food, We will then depart at 12.30prompt for mass ride into Southport and Leo,s Bar were there will be a dj playing scooterist tunes, trade stalls and the Help 4 Heroes stall plus FREE hotpot more info
contact mad gaz 07759835474 or growler 07766480837

This Sunday Oct. 2nd

Fred from Wigan + St Helens S.C. has been in touch to let us know they are planning a ride to Chester this Sunday .They will arrive at the river near the bandstand at about 1pm .Simo from Liverpool s.c. has also been on to let us know they are probably riding to the Bears Paw at Frodsham on Sunday . We could possibly combine both if we met at Clubbies at 12.30,go down to the river then ride on to Frodsham Post comments please and Identify yourselves on your comment so I can get back to you .Keep checking this post for updates if the weather lets us down .This sun cant last long !UPDATE ,sunday 9am ......Liverpool sc are not going to Frodsham but coming direct to Chester to arrive 1.30 appx .

Stolen GP From Deeside

Message from Joey -

Stolen from Queensferry (N. Wales.) Monday 26th Sept.Red GP 200 (panels slightly mismatched in colour.) Reg TEZ 7355Chrome PM pipe with red tailcan.MBD adjuster block.Tuned barrel with signature on barrel.PM front wheel with hydraulic disc.Square back seat with slight tear in middle.Any info please let me know. Joey.

Lambretta GP Imola For Sale

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Lambretta GP Imola 186cc, 1970 Italian 22/1 frame, original 125S engine block. The bodywork is immaculate and the scooter was fully rebuilt in 2005 back to bare metal, powder coated frame and internals, all other panels acid etched primed and professionally spray painted in 2 pack. All screws, nuts, bolts and clips are stainless from MB. Engine is Mk 2 Imola which has been ported by Reaper Tuning through Cambridge Lambretta, AF Race Crank, LI 150 Gearbox, final ratio 4.99, Varitronic ignition, all new bearings FAG and INA and Rolf seals. Chrome AF Clubman, Innovations front disk, digital rev counter, R1 rear shocker, MB dogleg levers. Full MOT and Road Tax, comes with original Guiliari seat and front hub brake. Also available is a brand new JL3 Snail exhaust (never used)and some accessories, spares and tools at extra cost if required. This is a reliable, well proven and regularly used touring scooter. Price £3550 O.N.O. but open to all sensible offers. For viewing Tel 01244 399469 Chester or Mobile 07799002680. For full specification sheet sent by return e-mail please contact Graham at gfox@freeuk.com.

Warrington SC- rideout 25/09/11

Sunday Sept 25th
Lancashire Scooter Alliance Ride-Out Hosted by Warrington SC ,
Meet up at Ye Olde Red Lion, 516 Manchester Rd , Rixton, Warrington , WA3 6JT (just off A57), pub will be open for food from 11.00 am . Rideout to leave at 12.30 pm prompt to Tetley Walkers Sports and Social Club, Long Lane, Warrington , WA2 8PU , where there will be stalls , food and drink , live music and DJ.

For Sale PK50 / 110 kit

For sale... PK50 with a 110 kit. Scooter is in Rossett nr Wrexham. It's a runner BUT probably needs a bit of work doing. The lady is selling it on behalf of her son for £700 ONO! Call 07983054233

Liverpool Scooter Club-Open Day 2011(video)

North Wales Nomads-BQ-Sat 3rd Sept

Nomads Bar B Q. Saturday September 3rd at The Bull, Abergele.
Commence 4pm till late. Scooter music.

Liverpool Scooter Club-Open Day-Sun 4th Sept

We will be meeting at Clubbies (Grosvenor Arms,Handbridge) this sunday(4th sept) at 11.00 am,And will need to leave no later than 11.15 am.As always any other scooter club or solo riders are welcome to ride with us.REVISED TIMES !!!!! Having spoken to Big Cheif Simo we need to leave chester at 11am to arrive at the meeting point in the big lay by on the riverbank in Liverpool as near to 12 noon as poss .So get to Clubbies just before 11am REVISED TIMES !!!
Sorry for the late alteration.Dave .

Run To The Hills 2011-video

Dabbers SC - Video

Shrewsbury Severnside Lions SC-funday 2011 VIDEO

Shrewsbury Severnside Fun Day 2011

A lovely day out as always at this very well run event, full house turn out as always, great pub, great catering, great raffle and Severnside Scooter Club really know how to organise an event. The only thing that let us down this year was getting lost around the town centre on the way and the occassional rain shower, but a lovely ride back to Ellesmere with a coffee by the lake topped off a smashing day out.