Theory Refresher

If you’re planning a riding test, doing your Masters, considering becoming an observer or simply feel a bit rusty on the core principles of Advanced Riding, then this may well be for you.

It is a classroom based session that focuses on three of the core aspects of the IPSGA System; OAP, Overtaking and Positioning, but also explores your attitude to riding and what makes a successful Advanced Rider.

It is designed to be a fully participative session, such that everyone who comes along will actively play a part. We will be using real life situations to explore what you would do in the circumstances and why.

We are limited on numbers, and can manage up to 30 attendees, so if you are interested in coming along for what will be both a bit of fun, but with a serious message, then drop a message using the button below and I’ll add you to the attendance list. Spaces will be allocated on a first-come-first-served basis.

Date: Saturday 9th November 2024

Please note the location is Twyford Parish Hall

Twyford Parish Hall, Hazely Road, Twyford, Winchester, SO21 1QY ///seats.struck.line

Please read the latest IAM Social Group Rides Guidelines before joining this ride.

Grade: Level 1. A description of the ride level can be found here.

Suitability: This level is primarily aimed at those riders who are new to Advanced Riding. This includes potential members who take advantage of the free ride assessment offered during SolentSunday or new Associates who want to practice their newfound skills. In addition, full Members are welcome to attend to practice and maintain their skills.

Ride Leader: Nick Benson

Briefing: 12:00 Otterbourne Village Hall, Cranbourne Dr, Otterbourne, SO21 2ES

Depart: 12:15

Final destination: HayrackCafé & Bar at Quob Stables Equestrian Centre near Durley.

Mileage: 40

Please arrive with a full tank of fuel

Solent Sunday

Join us at Otterbourne Village Hall on the first Sunday of the month (March - November)

SolentSunday is not just for members of the public – it’s for all IAM RoadSmart Solent Members and Associates too. Please come along and support this event.

Join us for a leisurely brunch - there’ll be the usual selection of cooked breakfast goodies; bacon, sausages, eggs and for our vegan/vegetarian members and guests, mushrooms.  All available on a choice of white or brown bread.

If you don’t fancy breakfast, then why not come and chat over a cup of tea or coffee, with a choice of normal or decaf? If you bring your own mug the tea and coffee are free.

A selection of IAM RoadSmart branded merchandise will be available for purchase
(credit/debit cards accepted).

Times: 09:30 - 12:00

Location: Otterbourne Village Hall (///bleat.navy.waving)

Please read the latest IAM Social Group Rides Guidelines before joining this ride.

Grade: Level 2. A description of the ride level can be found here.

Suitability: This level is primarily aimed at qualified Members and those Associates who have a good understanding of Advanced Riding, have had several development sessions with their Observer and want to take the opportunity to practice their skills between observed rides.

Ride Leader: Alec Gore

Briefing: 09.15 - Winnall, Costa Drive Thru

Depart: 09.30

Destination: The Pathfinder Cafe, Blackbushe Airport

Finish: Sutton Scotney Approx 13.30  

Mileage: 76

Please arrive with a full tank of fuel.

Please read the latest IAM Social Group Rides Guidelines before joining this ride.

Grade: Level 1. A description of the ride level can be found here.

Suitability: This level is primarily aimed at those riders who are new to Advanced Riding. This includes potential members who take advantage of the free ride assessment offered during SolentSunday or new Associates who want to practice their newfound skills. In addition, full Members are welcome to attend to practice and maintain their skills.

Ride Leader: Ian Jones

Briefing: 18:45 Wickham Square - (w3wgather.expecting.retrial)

Depart: 19:00

Final destination: Mother Kelly’s Chip Shop, Petersfield

Mileage: 24

Please arrive with a full tank of fuel.

Have you ever wondered how motorcycle charity events run?

Joining us on the evening is Chris Pine the chairman of the Unity Support Riders

Come and hear from Chris talking about the introduction and development

of the Unity Support Riders organisation from its concept in 2005 to present day and work they do to make on-road events safe and successful.

Please then stay with us for the rest of evening for tea, coffee & conversation.

Otterbourne Village Hall
Cranbourne Drive
Otterbourne
Hampshire
SO21 2ES

Start: 19:30
End: 21:30

Entry to the event is £2 on the door, this includes a raffle.  
Tea and coffee will be available for a small charge (cash only).

A selection of IAM RoadSmart branded merchandise will be available for purchase (credit/debit cards accepted).

Grade: Level 3. A description of the ride level can be found here.

Suitability: This level describes a route that would best suit confident and experienced riders who have a high skill set and can make progress in all conditions on all types of roads and are able to ride for longer periods without stopping.

Sorry Level 3 Group Ride - Not open to associates

Ride Leader: Alan Riddington

Briefing: 09:15 McDonalds – Winnall(SO23 7RS) ///someone,altering,fillings

Depart: 09:30

Coffee stop: Honesty café – InkPen: (RG17 9QR) ///according,drives,dignity

Lunch stop:Blakes Kitchen, Coleshill  (SN6 7PT) ///vocab,joints,nanny

Coffee stop:  Army Flying Museum Café, Middle Wallop. (SO20 8FB) ///leaser,entrusted,shred

Finish: McDonalds Ower Services (SO51 6GF). ///staining,doors,outgoing

Mileage: 147

Please arrive with a full tank of fuel.

Solent Sunday

Join us at Otterbourne Village Hall on the first Sunday of the month (March - November)

SolentSunday is not just for members of the public – it’s for all IAM RoadSmart Solent Members and Associates too. Please come along and support this event.

Join us for a leisurely brunch - there’ll be the usual selection of cooked breakfast goodies; bacon, sausages, eggs and for our vegan/vegetarian members and guests, mushrooms.  All available on a choice of white or brown bread.

If you don’t fancy breakfast, then why not come and chat over a cup of tea or coffee, with a choice of normal or decaf? If you bring your own mug the tea and coffee are free.

A selection of IAM RoadSmart branded merchandise will be available for purchase
(credit/debit cards accepted).

Times: 09:30 - 12:00

Location: Otterbourne Village Hall (///bleat.navy.waving)

Join the IAM RoadSmart Solent Team at Loomies Moto Cafe.

Come along and find out more about Advanced Riding through IAM RoadSmart Solent.

Times: TBC

Location: Loomies Moto Cafe (A32) ///applause.survive.sculpting

Solent Sunday

Join us at Otterbourne Village Hall on the first Sunday of the month (March - November)

SolentSunday is not just for members of the public – it’s for all IAM RoadSmart Solent Members and Associates too. Please come along and support this event.

Join us for a leisurely brunch - there’ll be the usual selection of cooked breakfast goodies; bacon, sausages, eggs and for our vegan/vegetarian members and guests, mushrooms.  All available on a choice of white or brown bread.

If you don’t fancy breakfast, then why not come and chat over a cup of tea or coffee, with a choice of normal or decaf? If you bring your own mug the tea and coffee are free.

A selection of IAM RoadSmart branded merchandise will be available for purchase
(credit/debit cards accepted).

Times: 09:30 - 12:00

Location: Otterbourne Village Hall (///bleat.navy.waving)

This is an Off-Site event.

You are invited to join us for an informal social event in Hythe, Southampton.
Please feel free to ride, drive, cycle or even walk to the social event group gathering.

Hythe Kebab Centre,
Admirals Way,
Hythe,
SO45 6RU

///quest.shaky.atomic

Time: 19:30

Please read the latest IAM Social Group Rides Guidelines before joining this ride.

Grade: Level 1. A description of the ride level can be found here.

Suitability: This level is primarily aimed at those riders who are new to Advanced Riding. This includes potential members who take advantage of the free ride assessment offered during SolentSunday or new Associates who want to practice their newfound skills. In addition, full Members are welcome to attend to practice and maintain their skills.

Ride Leader: Dave Sutherland

Briefing: 18:15 Otterbourne Village Hall

Depart: 18:30

Finish: Hythe Fish & Chips by the Pier

Mileage: 25

Please arrive with a full tank of fuel.

Join the IAM RoadSmart Solent Team in the heart of the New Forest for the summer events series at the National Motor Museum.

Come along and find out more about Advanced Riding through IAM RoadSmart Solent.

Times: 18:00 - 20:00

Location: Beaulieu National Motor Museum ///adjusting.inhaler.moving

Join the IAM RoadSmart Solent Team at Loomies Moto Cafe.

Come along and find out more about Advanced Riding through IAM RoadSmart Solent.

Times: TBC

Location: Loomies Moto Cafe (A32) ///applause.survive.sculpting

Please read the latest IAM Social Group Rides Guidelines before joining this ride.

Grade: Level 2. A description of the ride level can be found here.

Suitability: This level is primarily aimed at qualified Members and those Associates who have a good understanding of Advanced Riding, have had several development sessions with their Observer and want to take the opportunity to practice their skills between observed rides.

Ride Leader: Paul Anthony

Briefing: 18:45 Wickham Square

Depart: 19:00

Destination: The Fish and Chip Shop, Alresford

Mileage: 38

Please arrive with a full tank of fuel.

Please read the latest IAM Social Group Rides Guidelines before joining this ride.

Grade: Level 3. A description of the ride level can be found here.

Suitability: This level describes a route that would best suit confident and experienced riders who have a high skill set and can make progress in all conditions on all types of roads and are able to ride for longer periods without stopping.

Sorry - Not open to associates.

Ride Leader: Neil Escott

Briefing: 09:15 Ower Services (Lorry Parking)

Depart: 09:30

Coffee Stop: Compton Abbas Airfield Cafe.

Lunch stop: West Bay

Coffee Stop: Aunt Fanny’s Farmshop and Cafe, Wimborne.

Finish: Ower Services Approx. 16:30

Mileage: 170

Please arrive with a full tank of fuel.

Save the Date - Summer Hog Roast & BBQ

Following the success of last year’s event, we are planning to hold a similar event this year.

Members, their families and guests are invited to join us for the Summer Hog Roast and BBQ.

The Hog Roast will be with trimmings, salads and, for those members and guests who are coeliac, vegan or vegetarian, alternatives will be available.

Food will be provided along with teas and coffees.

The bar will be open for the purchase of other drinks.

Date: Saturday 10th August 2024

Refreshments: Tea and Coffee will be provided, the bar is open for the purchase of other drinks.

Club Merchandise: A selection of IAM RoadSmart branded merchandise will be available for purchase (credit/debit cards accepted).

Location: Otterbourne Village Hall (///bleat.navy.waving)

Sorry - Members only event.

The event is free except for drinks from the bar.

We would like to ask you to consider making a donation to

Hampshire & Isle of Wight Air Ambulance or Mental Health Motorbike

Donation boxes will be available for both charities.

Please read the latest IAM Social Group Rides Guidelines before joining this ride.

Grade: Level 1. A description of the ride level can be found here.

Suitability: This level is primarily aimed at those riders who are new to Advanced Riding. This includes potential members who take advantage of the free ride assessment offered during SolentSunday or new Associates who want to practice their newfound skills. In addition, full Members are welcome to attend to practice and maintain their skills.

Ride Leader: Nick Lee

Briefing: 12:00 Otterbourne Village Hall, Cranbourne Dr, Otterbourne, SO21 2ES

Depart: 12:15

Final destination: The Cricketers PH, Curdridge

Mileage: 40

Please arrive with a full tank of fuel

Please re-register if you have signed up to the White Hart PH

Please register for the ride using the button above to give us
an indication of the numbers likely to attend.

Don’t worry if you don’t register you can still turn up and join the ride.

Join the IAM RoadSmart Solent Team at Horndean Technology College for The Fossils Charity Bike Run 2024.

The Fossils Charity Bike Run is a long-established bike run in the motorcycling calendar the proceeds of which are donated to our nominated club charities. Originally an all-classic motorcycle event, the run now caters for every type of motorcycle with entries from 2 and 3 wheels – classic and modern.

Come along and find out more about Advanced Riding through IAM RoadSmart Solent.

Sign On Time: 09:30

To find out more about The Fossils Charity Bike Run Click Here

Location: Horndean Technology College

Please read the latest IAM Social Group Rides Guidelines before joining this ride.

Grade: Level 2. A description of the ride level can be found here.

Suitability: This level is primarily aimed at qualified Members and those Associates who have a good understanding of Advanced Riding, have had several development sessions with their Observer and want to take the opportunity to practice their skills between observed rides.

Ride Leader: Neil Escott

Briefing: 09:15 Wickham Square

Depart: 09:30

Coffee Break: Chocolate Frog Cafe, Bordon

Destination: Ryka’s Cafe, Boxhill

Fuel Stop: After approx. 100 miles

Finish: Loomies, Approx. (approx. 16:00)

Mileage: 127

Please arrive with a full tank of fuel.

Join the IAM RoadSmart Solent Team at Loomies Moto Cafe.

Come along and find out more about Advanced Riding through IAM RoadSmart Solent.

Times: TBC

Location: Loomies Moto Cafe (A32) ///applause.survive.sculpting

Join the IAM RoadSmart Solent Team in the heart of the New Forest for the summer events series at the National Motor Museum.

This event see’s us supporting the Classic Grille Car Themed Evening Event.

In the past we have seen more than 50 bikes turn up for this event

Come along and find out more about Advanced Riding through IAM RoadSmart Solent.

Times: 18:30 - 20:30

Location: Beaulieu National Motor Museum ///adjusting.inhaler.moving

Slow Riding at Thruxton (Members Only)

Yes its back for 2024!

Slow riding, like any skill, needs to be practised to maintain it. As the old saying goes, “use it, or lose it”.

So, if you fancy brushing up on your steering, braking and general manoeuvring skills, why not come along.

These are very popular and due to limited capacity, places will be allocated on a first-come-first-served basis, but I will also be running a reserve list as “life” occasionally gets in the way and plans need to be changed.

So, if you wish to be part of what is a great fun day, click the ‘Request a Place’ button below and I will confirm receipt and let you know whether you are on the attendance, or reserve list.

This is a MEMBERS ONLY session (Not open to Associates).

Organiser: Clive Good

Start: 09:30 SHARP

Finish: 13:00

Location: Pit area, Thruxton Race Circuit, Andover. SP11 8PN ///soft.bikes.quicksand

Please arrive with a plenty fuel.

Please read the latest IAM Social Group Rides Guidelines before joining this ride.

Grade: Level 1. A description of the ride level can be found here.

RIDE CANCELLED

Ride Leader: Neil Escott

Briefing:

Depart:

Destination: Infinity Motorcycle Clothing and Equipment, Southampton

Mileage: 14

Please arrive with a full tank of fuel

Sammy Miller Museum is holding its annual Lady Bikers Day - Funding raising for Breast Cancer.

Please read the latest IAM Social Group Rides Guidelines before joining this ride.

Grade: Level 1. A description of the ride level can be found here.

Suitability: This level is primarily aimed at those riders who are new to Advanced Riding. This includes potential members who take advantage of the free ride assessment offered during SolentSunday or new Associates who want to practice their newfound skills. In addition, full Members are welcome to attend to practice and maintain their skills.

Ride Leader: Anne Thomas

Tail Rider: Emma Haynes

Briefing: 09:45 Otterbourne Village Hall, Cranbourne Dr, Otterbourne, SO21 2ES

Depart: 10:00

Final destination: Sammy Millers Museum, New Milton.

Mileage: 45

Please arrive with a full tank of fuel

https://sammymiller.co.uk/event/lady-bikers-day-fundraising-for-breast-cancer/

Solent Sunday

Join us at Otterbourne Village Hall on the first Sunday of the month (March - November)

SolentSunday is not just for members of the public – it’s for all IAM RoadSmart Solent Members and Associates too. Please come along and support this event.

Join us for a leisurely brunch - there’ll be the usual selection of cooked breakfast goodies; bacon, sausages, eggs and for our vegan/vegetarian members and guests, mushrooms.  All available on a choice of white or brown bread.

If you don’t fancy breakfast, then why not come and chat over a cup of tea or coffee, with a choice of normal or decaf? If you bring your own mug the tea and coffee are free.

A selection of IAM RoadSmart branded merchandise will be available for purchase
(credit/debit cards accepted).

Times: 09:30 - 12:00

Location: Otterbourne Village Hall (///bleat.navy.waving)

Come and join us at the Beaulieu Bikers Day at the Beaulieu Motor Museum in the heart of the New Forest. Your club will be there so it’s a great place to catch up with members and enjoy what looks to be a fantastic day!

You can book tickets direct with Beaulieu on the link below! Only £10 entry!

https://www.beaulieu.co.uk/events/beaulieu-bikers-day/

A new addition to the 2024 events calendar, the Beaulieu Bikers’ Day on Saturday 6th July will be an unmissable day out for motorbike fans.

No matter what the age, make or model of your motorbike, the Beaulieu Bikers’ Day is open to all. So pull on your leathers and ride into Beaulieu for a great day out in the grounds of the National Motor Museum, with the chance to chat to other riders, admire the bikes on display and enjoy all of the features of the Beaulieu attraction.

Look out for historic motorbikes from the National Motor Museum collection being started up, to the delight of visitors! It will be a special opportunity to see motorcycling history come alive, with the sights, sounds and smells of yesteryear.

https://www.beaulieu.co.uk/events/beaulieu-bikers-day/

Come along and find out more about Advanced Riding through IAM RoadSmart Solent.

Times: 10:00 - 16:00

Location: Beaulieu National Motor Museum ///adjusting.inhaler.moving

Please read the latest IAM Social Group Rides Guidelines before joining this ride.

Grade: Level 2. A description of the ride level can be found here.

Suitability: This level is primarily aimed at qualified Members and those Associates who have a good understanding of Advanced Riding, have had several development sessions with their Observer and want to take the opportunity to practice their skills between observed rides.

Briefing: 09.45 - Ower Services (///fidelity.doctors.kick)

Depart: 10.00

Coffee Stop: Crazys Cafe, Blandford, DT11 8ST (47 miles)

Destination: Durlston Country Park, Swanage, BH19 2JL. Approx 13.15  (90miles)

*TO QUALIFY FOR FREE PARKING AT THE COUNTRY PARK

PLEASE PROVIDE VEHICLE REGISTRATION AT SIGN UP*

Return Rest Stop:  (42miles)

Finish: Ower Services. Approx 17.00 (63 miles)

Mileage: 153

Please arrive with a full tank of fuel.

Please read the latest IAM Social Group Rides Guidelines before joining this ride.

Grade: Level 2. A description of the ride level can be found here.

Suitability: This level is primarily aimed at qualified Members and those Associates who have a good understanding of Advanced Riding, have had several development sessions with their Observer and want to take the opportunity to practice their skills between observed rides.

Ride Leader: Neil Escott

Briefing: 18:45 Wickham Square

Depart: 19:00

Destination: Micks Monster Burgers, Portsdown Hill, Portsmouth

Mileage: 45

Please arrive with a full tank of fuel

Please read the latest IAM Social Group Rides Guidelines before joining this ride.

Grade: Level 3. A description of the ride level can be found here.

Suitability: This level describes a route that would best suit confident and experienced riders who have a high skill set and can make progress in all conditions on all types of roads and are able to ride for longer periods without stopping.
(Sorry, level 3 group rides are NOT open to Associates.)

Ride Leader: Alec Gore

Briefing: 09:15 Stockbridge

Depart: 09:30

Lunch Stop: Nuova Italia, Ilchester

Finish: Romsey Approx. 15:00

Mileage: 148

Please arrive with a full tank of fuel.