Memorial Ride Out For Dave Myer Of The Hairy Bikers

The biking community is a tight-knit group bound by the shared love for the open road and the freedom it represents. When one of our own passes on, it leaves an indelible mark on our hearts. This is especially true for those who have significantly contributed to this community. One such individual was Dave Myer of the Hairy Bikers. His passing has left a void that can never be filled, but his memory lives on in every ride we take. To honour his legacy, an event has been organised on Sunday, 7th of April 2024 - 'Memorial Ride Out For Dave Myer Of The Hairy Bikers'.

Who Was Dave Myer?

Dave Myer was not just another biker; he was an icon in the biking community. Known as one of the Hairy Bikers, he was famous for his love for motorcycles, food, and travel. He combined these passions into a successful television series that took viewers on culinary adventures around the world from the back of a bike.

His infectious enthusiasm and genuine love for life were contagious, inspiring countless individuals to embrace their passions and live life to the fullest. His sudden passing has left us all in shock and grief, but his spirit continues to inspire us.

The Memorial Ride Out For Dave Myer Of The Hairy Bikers

To celebrate Dave's life and legacy, bikers from all walks of life will come together for a memorial ride out in his honour.

The organisers have put out this notice:-

To keep everyone safe and avoid gridlock in the towns and villages, we must circumvent Malton and Whitby and avoid Robin Hood Bay altogether.

Due to the numbers involved, we cannot stop for rest breaks, so it is a 2.5-hour ride covering 75 miles! Please fuel up before and take toilet breaks before setting off.

Please arrive at Beverley Market Place in good time to set off at 10-30am sharp. Do your hair, too, as TV cameras will be present.

It will be impossible to keep estimated numbers together but don’t worry. If you stop or get lost en route, yellow signs will show you the route to follow. You can join us at the back at any of the waypoints along the way or just meet us at the endpoint.

The route is as follows :

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10-30am - Leave Saturday market (HU178BB) and head north through Molescroft onto the B1248 through Wetwang and Fimber. We then turn right after North Grimston towards Scagglethorpe.

11-30am - we will pass the Ham & Cheese pub (YO178DY) and turn left into the A64. We come off at old Malton junction and join the A169 towards Pickering. We then follow the A169 to Whitby.

12-30pm we pass the Spar petrol station, four lane ends (YO211LY) then head south on the A171 towards Scarborough

1pm We will arrive at Oasis cafe (YO127TY) where the ride ends and there will be refreshments and toilet facilities.

We will be here for around 1-2 hours and the marshals will be riding back to Beverley if people want to join us.

Let’s have a safe, fun day!

Please read below!

Attendee Briefing and Rules

By attending the event, you are agreeing that you have read the following briefing prior to the event and agree to the following rules:-

The No.1 rule is to get home safely!
Number 2 is to have a great ride out!

We want you all to meet new friends and enjoy the ride, the bikes and the stunning countryside we will be travelling through.

1- Arrival
If you are arriving at Saturday marketplace Beverley, please park your vehicle facing in the direction of the north bar or as instructed by the marshals and be prepared for a prompt 10-30am departure.

2- Roadworthiness
By participating in this event, you declare that your vehicle is in safe working and legal condition. If you know of any defects impairing your vehicle, please do not attend. If you are unsure, please ask a marshal to assess your vehicle.

3- Speed
We will ride just under the designated speed limit for each road we travel on. Always Ride within your limits but also try to keep up with the convoy. If you can’t keep up, please indicate left and pull over when it is safe. Rejoin at the back when the other bikes have passed to avoid separating the convoy.

4- Rules of the road
a) Experienced marshalls will be stopping traffic to keep everyone safe. You must continue to follow the convoy at all times through junctions UNLESS you are obstructing an emergency vehicle or a marshal stops you.
b) No overtaking is permitted unless a vehicle in front pulls over to stop. Please remain in the same lane as the convoy. Please be aware marshals will be trying to pass. They will pass you on your right hand side to get to the front. Please do not obstruct their passage. Just because you are in a convoy doesn’t mean you don’t check your mirrors!
c) Please ride in a staggered position, don’t tailgate, and allow an appropriate distance between yourself and the vehicle in front.

5- Video recording
We prefer that recordings of the ride not be published/distributed on any social media platform to protect people's personal details and registration plates. Any recordings are for your own record. Please consider that the vehicle occupants in front of you might not want recordings of them or their vehicle published/distributed without their permission and may use them against you. Anyone who does distribute any footage takes full responsibility for their actions.

6- Arrival at Scarborough
When we arrive, please park in an orderly fashion with your vehicle facing the road so you can easily exit.

Disclaimer: By participating in this event, you agree to take part at your own risk and that the organisers shall not be held liable for any accident, injury, loss or damage incurred due to your participation in the event.

Humberside & North Yorkshire police have been briefed, as have East Riding and North Yorkshire highways agencies.

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