Posted by Beer van Huet The international VRCC Benelux Treffen from 24-26 May 2002 exceeded all our expectations. The sight and sound of 105 Valkyries and 21 other bikes was an experience we will not soon forget in the Benelux. Thanks to the widespread participation of all EU VRCC Chapters and riders from 10 nations. To our pleasant surprise, riders from Germany, Sweden and the Federation of Russia all showed up on thursday as planned. Marvin from Eurowing had also just arrived after driving his truck1600 nonstop klicks from Italy to support the Treffen. Talking about long distance, there were 7 attendants who covered over 2000 kilometers and 42 members with over 1000 kilometers one-way travel distance to join the event. The welcome ceremony of our newly arrived guests lasted until the bar closed in the early hours of the morning. The next day, delegations from the UK, Italy, Austria, Greece and Norway, together with most of the other Benelux riders checked in and spent their time walking around the bikes and getting to know each other. A ride with approximately 45 bikes was undertaken on friday to the three-country landmark, where a snack and beverage was presented by one of our main sponsors, the KEPU company. Again, experiences and interests were shared that day on the lot and at the bar, accompanied by the sound of a brassband. Also, a video of last years Treffen in Austria was shown for the attendants who were interested. On saturday, everyone was aboard. Although rain was forecasted, the weather fortunately stayed dry for the duration of the event. At one oclock, a roaring column of over 120 bikes steadily moved across the Benelux landscape to the Molen, where a meal was served. During this stop, all riders could witness the astonishing accuracy of the whiplash, presented with skill and cunning by Pete. The ride continued as planned, without any malfunctioning bike, thanks to the reliability and durabilty of the cruiser of the decade. Plaques and certificates were presented to each nation and Silvano in particular, was mentioned for his activities on the EU internetsite. Larissa Klijn (11 years old) was proclaimed Valkyrie of the meeting and Paolo Fraccascia rewarded for his best looking Sherrif bike. The accomodation at the hotel Valk was such, that most of the rooms overlooked the magnificant sight of over 100 bikes at the parking lot. In the evening a party was organized, accompanied by the swinging sound of two local female singers, followed by the music of yet another local, but nevertheless outstanding bluesband. As a surprise, a Flat 6 was driven on the dancefloor during the evening and Rocky, our Italian not-for-long bachelor, was closely examined by a lady with remarkable reflexes and shapes. At midnight our main lottery prize, the HIT AIR inflatable safety jacket, made available by our other main sponsor, was won by a lucky gentleman from the UK. Needless to say, that the party went on until the sun was rising again. Finally our benificiary, the Make-A-Wish foundation, who makes wishes come true from terminally ill children between the age of 3-18 years, received a cheque, thanks to all our sponsors and participants. We would like to thank all the people involved in this Treffen, including Eddy for accompanying our guests and friends from the UK, all the safety riders who made a steady ride possible, the fotographer for her nice shots, the security people who guarded our bikes at night, the VRCC members of the registration desk and the lottery, the hotelmanager for his nice food, service and acco and the people of the stands. A special thanks to the people who voluntarily made videos and fotos and all the other members who put countless hours in the organization. Finally I would like to thank all the VRCC members and participants who made this Treffen a succes by attending with such a good spirit.We are working hard to edit and multiply the videos and make them available to your Chapter soon. We are looking forward to share more good rides and feelings at the other VRCC meetings. On behalf of the VRCC Benelux
..Beer VRCC # 7609
Link: http://www.valkyrieriders.com/benelux
on 5/27/2002, 12:37 pm
VRCC BENELUX TREFFEN GREAT SUCCES
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