Is anybody out there?

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23,467 posts

208 months

Wednesday 22nd January 2020
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Well, only got an hour of daylight left. Better get started....


Just seen Fats pop up on biker banter. Wondered who else is still active on here and still in the sandpit. I realise the local car scene has flourished a lot recently with the likes of flat12 and dubai drives putting on some awesome events, but could be good to see who else is still here having only planned to come out ‘for a year or two’ hehe

Also I have done the whole ‘oh, bikes are really cheap aren’t they’ thing and got myself a 2 wheel death machine, so if anyone dresses up in leather to hang around with other men at the weekends (yes nick, it’s you) then I’d be up for some gentle runs out.

So, shout up if you’re here and feel free to post pics of your current fleet!

JerryDXB

605 posts

106 months

Wednesday 22nd January 2020
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I’m leaving at the end of Feb after 15 years. The McLaren is currently on Dubizzle if anyone is interested, the cheapest car in the 650S section by far and a bit of a bargain if you are not worried about the mileage biggrin

Chilli

17,320 posts

243 months

Wednesday 22nd January 2020
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Evening! Yep, still here but constantly forgetting my password, so usually run out of patience before I get it again!

I did hear you bought a bike mate....congratulations. Now, do yourself a favour and come out with us (DRG) on a Friday Morning...the rides are good fun...pretty quick to be fair, but a good standard of riding.

WhatsApp me if you need any info...Stu has my new'ish number.

IanUAE

2,945 posts

171 months

Thursday 23rd January 2020
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Yep still here and still help the same bike rider race in Dubai (12th season), 3rd season helping the bike racing in Bahrain and did the 6hr car endurance race in Dubai in Jan.

shirt

Original Poster:

23,467 posts

208 months

Friday 24th January 2020
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Chilli said:
Evening! Yep, still here but constantly forgetting my password, so usually run out of patience before I get it again!

I did hear you bought a bike mate....congratulations. Now, do yourself a favour and come out with us (DRG) on a Friday Morning...the rides are good fun...pretty quick to be fair, but a good standard of riding.

WhatsApp me if you need any info...Stu has my new'ish number.
I’m away next week but will whatsapp you when I’m back. I reckon I’ll be too slow at present, taking a few on road lessons as the rta process teaches you naff all in terms of technique!

DubaiJohn

371 posts

193 months

Friday 24th January 2020
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Yup still here. 16 years in and counting!

In a Ferrari FF at the moment but work is keeping from it way too much at the moment.

Although should probably change my username to Abu Dhabi John now!

shirt

Original Poster:

23,467 posts

208 months

Friday 24th January 2020
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FF? Awesome, congrats! Think last time we did this kind of thread you were having to sell the mclaren due to work so nice turnaround smile

My current job situation is unclear, car situation also lol. V8 landrover bus has served me well but is now showing signs it’s going to get expensive soon so needs to go. Still got the elise, have a radical sr8 project on the go, and now a Ducati monster 1100. Hoping to keep these 3 regardless of what comes next professionally but may have to move which means losing the garage which is the only reason I moved in here in the first place!

Chilli

17,320 posts

243 months

Saturday 25th January 2020
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shirt said:
I’m away next week but will whatsapp you when I’m back. I reckon I’ll be too slow at present, taking a few on road lessons as the rta process teaches you naff all in terms of technique!
Ok mate, no worries. Dont worry about the speed, we operate with a sweeper along the way...I'll keep with you anyway.

Chilli

17,320 posts

243 months

Saturday 25th January 2020
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DubaiJohn said:
Yup still here. 16 years in and counting!

In a Ferrari FF at the moment but work is keeping from it way too much at the moment.

Although should probably change my username to Abu Dhabi John now!
Lovely motor!

jontysafe

2,361 posts

185 months

Saturday 25th January 2020
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Love the FF.

Moved to Dubai Oct last year. Very much still settling in.

DubaiJohn

371 posts

193 months

Monday 27th January 2020
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Yeah the McLaren went as part of a job change palaver.

Now in the looking at our options for the future with some plans for getting out of here in about 5 years. So now is the time for an obnoxious V12.

I’d love a big bike but reckon I’d be dead in a month.

Good to hear from you all. About time we had a beer?

James72911

194 posts

204 months

Tuesday 28th January 2020
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Yep, still here, 15 years in...

No change on the car front, don't think i'll ever sell the Porsche, and struggling to get excited about anything new - well not at sensible prices anyway...!!

Tri-ing to swim, bike, run these days!

jontysafe

2,361 posts

185 months

Wednesday 29th January 2020
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On a totally different topic did anyone just hear that loud boom like 3 minutes ago? Freaked a bit!

Chilli

17,320 posts

243 months

Wednesday 29th January 2020
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jontysafe said:
On a totally different topic did anyone just hear that loud boom like 3 minutes ago? Freaked a bit!
Wasn't me! Could have been the Mrs....I'll check!

dxbtiger

4,440 posts

180 months

Thursday 30th January 2020
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jontysafe said:
On a totally different topic did anyone just hear that loud boom like 3 minutes ago? Freaked a bit!
Live somewhere on Al Qudra?

I'm still here, the next 6 weeks or so will decide for how much longer, it'll either be get the fk out of dodge shortly after or happy days for the foreseeable...


jontysafe

2,361 posts

185 months

Friday 31st January 2020
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dxbtiger said:
jontysafe said:
On a totally different topic did anyone just hear that loud boom like 3 minutes ago? Freaked a bit!
Live somewhere on Al Qudra?

I'm still here, the next 6 weeks or so will decide for how much longer, it'll either be get the fk out of dodge shortly after or happy days for the foreseeable...
Live at The Villa. There's loads of buzz about it on FB.
Also sooo much noise from the D54 last night and the street racers in the early hours, some cars impounded and arrests made. Doesn't seem to deter them.


shirt

Original Poster:

23,467 posts

208 months

Thursday 6th February 2020
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I have 11 days left on my tenancy contract and 30 on my residency visa. Still no job contract signed. Off for a pint or 2.

Mattt

16,663 posts

225 months

Thursday 6th February 2020
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I’ve stopped by for a week...

J4m80

113 posts

182 months

Thursday 20th February 2020
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Will be back in the next few days starting new job on Sunday.

How’s the weather? I’m developing webbed feet here.

dxbtiger

4,440 posts

180 months

Thursday 20th February 2020
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J4m80 said:
Will be back in the next few days starting new job on Sunday.

How’s the weather? I’m developing webbed feet here.
Weather is perfect, starting to warm up a wee bit, still crisp in the mornings.

My do I stay or go question was resolved this morning, offer signed, here for the foreseeable!