Newsletter #172 April Update

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Message from the President of the OFTR

Hello Riders!

Wow, what a great start to the season. Clubs are very busy already running events with a few finishing up some last minute cleanup. I personally enrolled in a coaching clinic with Shane Cuthbertson from RAD 2.0 that was hosted by KORMA, and it was hugely beneficial. Receiving coaching in a small group was well worth the investment and Shane is an amazing coach. I also helped coach and sweep for the Kraken Klinic, also hosted by KORMA, in preparation for the Kraken ride to come later this summer. I know there have been many other events and rides, formal or informal, and am pumped to see the season in full swing.

We had Mother's Day in the last two weeks as well and I want to personally wish all of our amazing Dirt Bike Mom's a fantastic Mother's Day. Thanks for all you do!

The RideOFTR APP also went live and it was not without some technical difficulties. Thank you so much for your patience. Our amazing team has continued to troubleshoot and work with the developer to fix any issues as quickly as possible. Lisa Thompson, our GM, has led the charge and has spent countless hours working to get the APP running smoothly while also corresponding with all of you that have had questions. A huge thanks to her and the rest of the team for remaining committed, displaying a level of dedication to the membership that is beyond reproach.

That's it for now, I need to get out riding and so should you!!

Rob

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History 101

Halton Off-Road Riders

By: Bob Turnbull

The Halton Off Road Riders was established in 1977. It's primary purpose at that time was to host the Terra Nova Enduro which had been first organized by the Yellow Jackets Motorcycle Club. It is believed that this event was first run in 1955. The Terra Nova mantle was taken up by the Tri County Riders for a brief period in the mid 70's prior to the stewardship of the Halton Off Road Riders beginning in 1977. With one COVID response exception, this has continued on an annual basis ever since.

While the makeup of HORRA membership was largely enduro riders we have had notable results by members in motocross, cross country, ice racing and trials. In support of these aspects of the sport the club has, in the past, hosted events in all of the mentioned competitions.

Club activities for this year will include our monthly meetings, trail maintenance parties in support of the trails used in the Terra Nova Enduro (15 Oct.23)and an off -road riding school for beginning junior riders. This event was first held last year and proved to be very successful. We welcome new members to attend meetings and put forward any ideas for future activities that they would like to see the engaged in by the club.

Since the invention of global warming a local ice race is off the horizon but we are open to other initiatives that members might want to pursue. Organized trail rides might be an option for the beginning and the white bearded club members.

RideOFTR is Back

We are thrilled to announce that RideOFTR is back online for the 2023 season.

Make sure you check out where you want to ride before you leave as there has been some changes for 2023.

2023 OFTR Membership

Don't forget to buy your 2023 OFTR membership. Members must be in good standing to attend the AGM. Click HERE to purchase your membership.

Both Craig and Rob are long-time riders, from street to dirt and snow. They either have or do play in them all.

If you don’t know about Langs Offroad, they are located in Dorchester, ON and are well known in the off-road riding community. Their online presence, customer service and knowledge of the industry are outstanding!

Langs Offroad is a BETA, Thumpstar, Talaria, and Vertigo dealer. They stock many parts and accessories for many models of these bikes along with other parts and accessories for European Enduro and Trials bikes. If you can’t find the correct part for your model on their website, shoot them an email or give them a call, they are always ready to help fellow riders out of a pinch as much as possible.

Generally, you will reach Craig for parts and sales connections and Rob is your man for Suspension service and difficult service questions.

You will quite regularly see Craig at many of the organized trail rides or races and many times you will see Rob at the many trials events across Ontario. If you see either of them at these events, don’t be shy, say hello, share some stories and some laughs.

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