Ulysses Club
Wandering around the web recently looking at various motorcycling related bits & pieces I came across the UlyssesThe aims of the club are: Club. Being the curious chap I am I looked into this a bit further and found a little treasure. The club was started many years ago by a brit, Stephen Dearnley, living in Australia and is aimed at the more ‘mature’ biker. The club is now a global organisation with branches in Australia, New Zealand, America, Canada, the UK, Germany and beyond. The bit that really appealed was the club moto ‘Grow Old Disgracefully’ which is a line I have used on many occasions for many years. I took this to be a good omen.
2. To show by example that motorcycling can be enjoyable and a practical activity for riders of all ages.
3. To draw the attention of private and public institutions to the needs of older riders.
There is a facility to sign up to the forum on a 21 day temporary membership so, my curiosity having been peaked, I did. Following a post on the ‘Welcome Mat’ I was swamped with replies. Never before have I had this happen, a fantastic welcome from lovely people all of whom share a similar sense of humour and outlook on life.
Well that did it I had to join and at £12 for the year it’s a bit of a bargain. The best thing is that at the tender age of 48 I only qualify as a junior member ! It will be another 2 years before I make a senior. You’ve no idea how much that made me laugh. So, if you’re an old git unwilling to give in and keep on biking looking for like minded people check it out here.
I’m hoping to take part in the MAG protest ride this weekend joining the run going from Didcot Services on the A34. Hopefully I will bump into a few more Ulyssians whilst I’m at it.