The HUB Ride (Harden Up Boys) This will cover some of the North Island's most scenic gravel roads DATE - 26th June - 1st JulySTARTS       - Auckland (meeting place and time TBA)FINISHES – Where ever we end upThese dates are the best to allow us to do both beaches with plenty of time either side of low tide 🙂The deal isTENTS ONLYFREE CAMP GROUNDS/CAMPING AREAS WHEREVER POSSIBLE (Beach, Rivers etc)I have worked out a rough route that will include as much gravel as possible, however I don't think we will get to the East Cape/Coromandel, not unless those that are going are keen to ride some serious miles  😀Baylys BeachNinety Mile BeachWaipuAnd as much gravel as possibleHowever is saying that, some of the route I have planned I have never been on, I have just been studying topomaps, so there maybe a few U- turns, but that makes this part of the adventure!RulesGoes ahead regardless of weather (unless dangerous to ones health or safety)No motels/hotels/ cabins of any sort (unless safety is compromised)No Shaving (this includes the ladies )All equipment must be carried on the bikes.No support vehicles allowed.There will be no plan as to where we have to be each night, we will wing it.You must be prepared for riding in ALL weather conditions, so make sure you have suitable wet weather and warm riding equipment, and that your sleeping bag is kept dry at all times, and check your tent is waterproof, it isn’t much fun if you are wet and cold from riding and then your tent leaks!All riders must carry an emergency blanketIt is strongly recommended that all riders have a fire extinguisher (due to the fact we maybe in isolated areas and with cooking and tents it is very good insurance)Also spare tubes/puncture repair kits, although any breakdowns/punctures will be a team effortThis trip will NOT BE suitable for novice riders to gravel, as we may need to keep some pace on, and the some of the beaches may be a little difficult with fully laden bikes.For those riders (and or pillions) that are a little soft, you can tag along for a day or two of this ride. However I recommend you also stay in tents with us – Why?I am not sure where will end up each dayIf you are interested let me know.Any suggestions/ideas feel free to post here, I will update this post as information comes to handRegards