Taking the ASF a step further ?

[sharky]

Out side varnishing 1/2 kilometer of lining board and the mind started to wander....
Has the idea of making ASF more of a club ever come up ? Nothing heavy duty or political (been there, done that..sort of), but more a way to help ourselves.
For instance insurance companies always ask if you belong to a club. A small membership fee $5-10.00 a year, to pay for this site amongst other things, maybe a small cloth patch for your jacket, Associate membership for overseas and mainly HUGE discounts from all sorts of places....hopefully.
Just the ponderings of a fume sniffing pom..... [:o)]

[Gix11]

This has come up a few times in the past. Previously we had just a handful of dedicated members but things have changed since then and there seems to be much more interest than ever before. I open this question up to the members here: Would you be willing for a membership fee to be put in place to maintain this site and also for me to source discounts from Insurance companies/dealers/etc (you know the drill) and give you a patch as mentioned (I'm not talking back patch here, just a palm sized one for your sleeve or bottom jacket back). It could also go towards ASF events and give members preference when booking accomodation at these events (such as the Fools Run for example). My only fear is going to the effort of trying to organise all this only to find out 10 people are interested and a $100 (or whatever the final fee is) kitty appears to try and do all this with. Everyone who thinks they would be in to this, leave a message below and we'll all see what kind of response we get. Although we have over 500 members who have joined up in the forum I'd be interested to see who the real deal are and would like to take this seriously like the few I know do.

[redman]

yeah Gix, i'm keen to see it happen

[crazymofo]

im keen Si

bring it on!

cheers.joe.

[Tony Nitrous]

Have Zero interest in Clubs and Membership, but I will pay
any reasonable fee's you suggest if it supports this site.

Tony.J.

[alfiestorm]

Count me in even though i am still in the uk at the moment but i will be in Auss soon :D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D

[Iceman]

I'm in.

[TurboKat]

Yep, no problem, I'm in for whatever it takes.

[Slingblade]

DITTO

[Large]

Are we going to be making speed?

[BillyWhizz888]

Count me in Lads

May not get much discount being marooned over here in WA

But the idea is tops.....

[gibbo]

sounds good to me.

[kevkatana]

Sounds good. Count me in.

[03gixxerpilot]

i'm with Tony on this one but will pay a reasonable fee to help out

[TurboKat]

quote:Originally posted by Large

Are we going to be making speed?

:D You Idiot :D

[pt]

quote:Originally posted by Large

Are we going to be making speed?


more of a business than a club. but hey, i could do with another job;)

i'm sorta interested, but the whole club thing brings in alot of work for those involved. i'd be happy to pay a membership fee, this site is like a bible to me! but i'm not sure i could help out with running anything at the moment.

[BOHEMION]

yep I'm in! and also any commitments and responsibilities

[EXBEN]

yep

[chadams]

for sure..

[Tone]

If it means keeping access to the site,the knowledge of its members and the pisstake point of view of say "Large",then no probs with the membership fee from me.
No weird initiations involving "Large" hairy men,small furry animals or things that need electricity though eh?

[sharky]

I'm in for sure.

[barknmad]

Yep sounds good!

[papa smurf]

Definately, by the way, on the discount subject, i'm already offering them to ASF members & dragracers.
For anyone that doesn't know i am the service manager at Caboolture Motorcycles on the north side of Brissy.
Suzuki & Yamaha dealers & access to just about anything else.
Rick

[Benz]

Yeah, I'm in, even if living in Darwin means I don't get to ride with you guys, this is still the first place I go when I'm on the net.I'm a bit like Tony too, glad to help, but not that interested in a "club" thing.

[Deano]

yep

[Gix11]

This is a good response! Cheers guys. I can create member only areas for the website and forum, including a trading area (within the existing forum), events area and special offers area that only members can see. I will source the patches etc and get back to you with the outcome soon. I shall also create a members sign-up page and list all members and give them a member number (I just wonder who number 1 will be?). I am open to any suggestion you might have and things that you personally would like to see as I will do my darnedest to sort it out. Just let me know.

[sharky]

Can any of us do any thing to help out Si ?
Just seems a bit unfair to assume you will do all the extra work.

[damo1]

thats a big ten four from me,im in for shore

[ozkat]

you know im in.

[Gix11]

Well there is actually (something you can do to help out that is). I'd like to have a reprsentitve for each state who i could call on as my ears and eyes in their respective state. Do I have any volunteers? I'm not asking them to give up their lives for ASF, just someone who might be able to co-ordinate rides, events etc for their local area. I obviously have SE QLD covered but it would be good if I could have someone for everywhere else. I also plan to have a members only area within the events section for people who come onboard as full members and each person that gets the job for thier area would become a moderator of the part of the forum. So do I have any nominees or volunteers?

The areas I am thinking are:

SYDNEY AND SURROUNDING AREA

WESTERN NSW

CENTRAL COAST

MELBOURNE AND SURROUNDING AREA
Volunteer: Gibbo
2nd Volunteer: Foxy
3rd Volunteer: Deano
4th Volunteer: Peshh69

NORTHERN VIC
Volunteer: Iceman

ACT

ADELAIDE AND SURROUNDING AREA
volunteer: geesexar

PERTH AND SURROUNDING AREA
Volunteer: Rocket

NORTH QLD
Volunteer: 03gixxerpilot

NT
Volunteer: Benz

I know a few of these areas are very low on members but as ASF expands we will need someone. These same people could look out for reputable dealers/wreckers/engineers, keep an eye out for events happening in their area, devise ride out routes and meetings and see who would be interested in giving discounts for ASF members in their region.
Sound's a big ask? It wouldn't be that hard with the amount of members we currently have. Also, if we don't plan ahead we won't have a tight ship and this will just remain an internet based thing. Meetings and events have proven to be the heart and soul of this group so I think we should focus on that now to create a great community.
Let me know your thoughts and pipe up if you can help. If we have multiple volunteers we will take a vote.

[geesexar]

hey pretty much on my own but if i can be of any help im in adelaide i think we south australians should get together and help this site....WOTDOYASAY

[KRASH]

I,m a starter for the club thing...

all we need now is a cubby house and some porno mags and it will be a real gang.:D
it goes without saying that i support this gig,as long as Ozkat doesn't suggest we all wear vest's again.[xx(]
And just for the record...next years annual ASF fools run planning is well under way,so book your holidays for the 1st weekend in April 2007 as registered members will receive priority.Without giving away too much info at this stage it will be south west of Sydeney.The venue has an airport for all the NT/WA/SA/FNQ members who cant ride that far and can accommodate over 2000 people.This event will be sponsored by the local bike shop who is also puting on a BBQ for us and staying open late for anyone who needs spares/tyres/hookers/condoms...and the live music will be well worth the ride this year as well.Stay tuned for more info in the near future,this will be a well organised event that you will regret missing and as per usual its a non profit gig,so be sure to show your support for ASF.Last run was a huge inspiration for 45 members so next year we're expecting about 150 at least.(even a few of our oversea's members will be there).
anyhow thats my 2c worth for now,so make sure you visit here every day to see if the event details have been posted.
cheers
Davo

[gibbo]

I could have a go at the Melbourne area if no one else wants it badly.

[Gix11]

Nice one Gibbo. I'll keep adding volunteer names to the regions until we have a conclusion so everyone gets a chance to shout out.

[Iceman]

I'll put my hand up for Northern Vic, if no one else objects.

[Zed14]

count me in.

[Rocket]

If no one else jumps out and puts their hands up for Perth, I will.
But I travel a fair bit for work so others who are here all the time would be a better choice.

[Foxy]

Im in, happy to help out Gibbo too

[latheboy]

im in .. never been in a club and have never wanted to .. but this would be fwarkin cool

[Hillsy]

Like most of the guys here, I'm in for the subscription / donation / keep the site alive thing but I'm kinda not interested in the "club" thing and the stigma that goes along with it. I'm conjuring up images of secret handshakes and sacrificing small animals....all of which I like to do in my own space.....

Can I be number 9 ???

[Deano]

i am happy to help out aswell si

[Gix11]

Trust me with the CLUB thing, it's not going to be wanky, the whole point is just showing your dedication to the scene and in return getting oreferencial treatment at events and with any discounts or offers, that's all.

[latheboy]

if not small animals can we sacrifice virgins to the tyre smoke gods

[pesh]

Count me in gix..... Im in for melbourne and surrounding areas....

[Benz]

OK Gix, I'll look after the NT......if no-one else wants to:D With 1500 k's between the two main towns we probably need someone from the Alice,too, if and when the time comes

[Gix11]

How many more are up your way Benz? You knew you were the man for the job in that area from the start didn't you?

[Benz]

:)

[oldskool]

Im in sounds like a great idea, love the japan idea gota stop us from snortin all the speed we make tho.
No for real Im in.

oreferencial treatment???

*davo opens the dictionary to check if thats a foreign term for sexual favours*

[Tony Nitrous]

quote:Originally posted by Hillsy

Like most of the guys here, I'm in for the subscription / donation / keep the site alive thing but I'm kinda not interested in the "club" thing and the stigma that goes along with it. I'm conjuring up images of secret handshakes and sacrificing small animals....all of which I like to do in my own space.....
Can I be number 9 ???


Only if I can be "number 6"
I am not a number.... Im a free man !!
http://img221.imageshack.us/img221/9448/prisonershirtwp6.jpg

[suxukifreak]

Count me in, im allways more than happy to add my 2 cents worth.
Just dont make us wear vests [xx(] ;)
http://www.streetfighters.com.au/forum/upload/65074537611912.jpg

[Tone]

Sorry,not trying to hijack but Patrick McGoohan,Prisoner.Fantastic.
"What do you want?"
"Information!"
"You won't get it!"
Thanks for the nostalgia Tony.

and who'd of thort tony was a fan of Iron Maiden

[Tony Nitrous]

Im not.
Im a fan of Sir Clough Williams-Ellis,
who created Port Merrion in the 1920's.

http://www.streetfighters.com.au/forum/upload/65074535325842.jpg

:D:D:D

[Slingblade]

Ah, and here we have ozkat sporting the famous ASF designer cod piece(PATENT pending)

Dont get caught in the shithouse of the Blue Oyster Bar without one.

You are a twisted man davo.........i think i love you.

[03gixxerpilot]

Gix don't know how many NQ members there are but will be pleased to help out with Mackay northwards

[alfiestorm]

Reserve me membership number 69 would ya :D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D

[Tony Nitrous]

http://img209.imageshack.us/img209/1986/restarteb6.gif

[hooligan]

I haven't looked at the site for a while. I'm in too.

[cutcat]

me too.

[unsane]

Im in for whatever, especially supporting the site. Always my first stop when i get online.

[AgentOrange]

yeah I'm in

[speeddemon]

So i wonder how many bikes will have numbers on em next year...as long as im in the 2 digits dont care si - i alawys kind liked 99

im always keen to support the site

[Gsxar]

Yep count me in

[dane_ra]

I'm in, a bit busy to help out much, but a small fee to keep things going is fine by me. This site is my first stop on the net too

[revken]

I'll be in too

[NakedTurboBusa]

Ive been off-line for a bit..... count me in.

Si, please ensure we get group discounts at knockshops...

[Gix11]

Knockshops was the first thing on my list Pete. Where have you been mate? I thought we'd lost you! Pete, read the calendar post as I'd like to see what phots you have to offer as well.

[Matt]

I don't know how i missed this thread, I'm more than happy to contribute. Count me in.

[sluglie]

you can count me in

[sharky]

Hi Sluglie, guess your back from your travels. Thanks for the fairing...looks grouse :D

[jakam04]

Yup, Im in as another bike from SEQ... Just dont mind my naive questions on occasion.. (ok, most of the time).

jakam

[WATEVR]

Gix count me in for sure buddy and i will put my hand up for south aussie or even the southern suburbs. if we are going to associated to a group what could actually be better than ASF!!!

[devo]

I don't know how I missed this thread either but count me in.
Does this mean I can I hang with Davo while he is wearing a vest
and covered with baby oil.[:p][:I]
Ohh and do we get to have sleepovers and stay up really late :)

[nos_james]

im in just need to find time to atualy get out and ride lol

[totaldamage]

Count me in

[Gix11]

Ok Guys. I got something I really didn't want today. ASF has become a lot bigger and so have the website hosting fees. Today I got hit with a bill for an increased annual fee. I have covered everything up until now but this is taking it over the edge a bit. I know you have all offered and I have always refused but this time I will have to accept. I will try and create a membership fee so you can become fully fledged members and supply a members only area to the website with stuff that I won't reveal out here in the public forum. I also try and get these stickers sorted and allocate everyone a member number (for preferencial bookings etc further down the track). Would you guys still be willing to pay $20 for a year's membership? This money would go solely to ASF and running the site and all fees involved, and if there's any left over it would go to any other events etc (but judging by my new fees I don't think there will be much left over!) Let me know your thoughts and if you are still all in and I will start taking membership requests.

[Iceman]

No dramas Si. I'll put in a claim for number 77.

[Gix11]

It'll be sequential mate, no number picking!

[sharky]

100% Si, Just say the word.

[03gixxerpilot]

Si will be happy to pay a membership, $20 is a small price to pay for the benifets gained by been on this site,
let me know how to pay and the money will be there.

[crazymofo]

quote:Originally posted by 03gixxerpilot

Si will be happy to pay a membership, $20 is a small price to pay for the benifets gained by been on this site,
let me know how to pay and the money will be there.


agreed.

just say when :)


cheers.joe.

[Gix11]

Ok lads. As always you never let me down. Cheers. To become a full member email me your:

Full Name / member name / postal address / email address / phone number (optional but handy for arranging things) / and your bike details (i.e. ' 89 ZXR750 - as reference of your bike knowledge and advice)

and if you have the bank details (email me if not) donate $20 with your name on the deposit and I will add you to the member list and let you know. In the next few days I will try and set up and automated form to do all this but just now I am stuck for time so bear with me!

Again, cheers guys.

Si

[gibbo]

What,you mean you're not prepared to dedicate all of your free time and hard earned for our benefit[?] Thats bullshit mate:(

Seriously though, I'm more than happy to pay mate:D:D:D as you can see.

[Iceman]

quote:original post by Gix11
It'll be sequential mate, no number picking!

Ok, I'll just have to sign up after seventy six other people;)

[Gix11]

Now, see, that's smart thinking Clint.

[Foxy]

Email sent Gix.......onya Clint :D:D

[Slingblade]

email sent. dep made.

[03gixxerpilot]

Gix email sent

[gibbo]

email sent. deposit deposited. Thanks Gix.

[evad]

Hey Gix, can you let me have those bank details?

[arbee]

hey gix, i`m in as well. i need those bank details as well

[alfiestorm]

Payment made through the site donation tab

[chadams]

money and email sent....

[Iceman]

I count 10, 11 including you Si. Only gotta wait for another 65 yes's.

[Gix11]

I'm not a member Clint. Cut one off. As for the rest of you, I've replied to all with bank details and to all of you - Cheers guys, your support is awesome.

Who'd have thought Gibbo would be member no.1?

[gibbo]

ooh yeah baby! number 1!!!!!!!

[03gixxerpilot]

Gix it is you who are the awsome one, running a site like this dose take a lot of time and effort which few relise, your work and effort to provide us with this awsome site is greatly appreicated, but im sad to say that we don't espress our thanks often enough, well done