Another year done and the Dapper Social continues to grow as does the reputation of our wonderful branch!

A huge thank you for your help and support, as well as both branch and individual donations, what an amazing club we have! Particular thanks to those who helped out on the door on Friday night, plus the Dapper Tappers and Dapper Shunters who gave up their day on Sunday to help with the door and parking, you are all amazing and we couldn’t have done it without you!

Our NE branch has through the event, built so many bridges with some amazing businesses and people from the likes of Triumph, to GC Customs, to Prostate Cancer to the newly formed Northumbrian Police unit. All of these guys are huge supporters of what we have managed to achieve through the Dapper Social.

I will post photos etc. once Cat and I get back from our break and also share with everyone the final tally of money raised – I have a good feeling that we have smashed last years total!

The raffle was drawn on Tuesday at Triumph and the video posted to their plus Dapper Social Facebook pages. There were no winners from the branch this year but thanks to all who bought a book and took the time to sell to friends, family and colleagues.

Congratulations go to Keith and Babs for their outstanding effort and generosity to win the auction on Friday night (a nail biting event as the bids kept going up), winning two nights at the magnificent Holly Bush Inn, Derwenthaugh. This is a fabulous prize donated by one of our very own branch members and owner of the Holly Bush Inn, John Thompson! Big thanks John and his wife Lynne, your kind donation has made a big difference!

I will sign off with a just a couple of posts from Triumph, one from their website and one from a message to the Dapper Tappers, they are both fulsome in their praise for the TOMCC NE Branch and its amazing people!

Once again THANKYOU!

Firstly a huge thankyou to everyone that has already bought their Dapper Weekender tickets and all those that have volunteered their services, the event could not go ahead without the amazing support of the branch and its members so THANKYOU!
However we could do with a little more help if at all possible!
Friday Night Door. We only have a couple of volunteers for the door. It would make such a difference if we could get a few more so that we could put a rota in place. So please anyone going on the Friday that would be prepared to spend part of the evening on the door then please let me know. The more we have the shorter it will be!
Sunday Parking: I could do with just a couple more volunteers on this, so if you can spare some time on Sunday please let me know.
Sunday Door & at Triumph The Dapper Tappers are all in place so big thanks to the ‘Canny Hinnies’ who have turned out in force to cover this!
Finally to all those who have bought a ticket, then why not become an ‘Event Ambassador’ and see if you can get one or two other work colleagues, friends or family to come along as well? The best way to grow the event is through word of mouth and every extra attendee helps!

Finally

Dapper Tees & Hoodies I have a few Limited edition Dapper Tees and Hoodies left, getting great feedback from those that have bought, Tees £20 and hoodies £30

Triumph Newcastle Event: Also Triumph are having a launch event at the Triumph Showroom on Saturday 11th May and we will have a Dapper Social stand there promoting the event, Susan will be providing the Dapper Cup Cakes! So if you want to drop by and say hello then please do, or if you fancy helping out for an hour then give me a shout!

Stay Dapper

Cheers Ged

Gedtell2@aol.com

Hi All

There are less than 50 days now to the Dapper Weekender, this cannot happen without the support of the club and its members, so how can you help?

Before I start, please remember this is a charity event aimed at raising as much money as possible for Prostate Cancer and Men’s Mental Health Charities, it doesn’t require you to have a classic bike or want to ride one, nor do you need to dress Dapper or even drink beer!! you just need a willingness to help!

Friday Night Door Ticket & Raffle Sales.
Help needed here checking tickets on the door.
Sunday Bike Parking: Anyone not afraid to shout and swear! Preferably people not doing the actual ride who can also help with the car park signs and be in place for the bikes arriving.

Sunday Door Badge & Raffle Sales.: Cat has a list of the ‘Dapper Tappers’ who have volunteered so far. We will also be focussing this year on selling as many badges as possible at Triumph prior to the ride on Sunday, as such we will have a table set up there as well as at the Brewery.
Branch Recruitment Stall: Volunteers required for set up and manning on the Sunday
Raffle Ticket Sales Before Event; Watch out for a Facebook post from Triumph on this! We have 3 amazing prizes to win! If you aren’t able to help with the above then just buy a raffle ticket or event better sell some and potentially win a a bonus prize from Triumph for the one who sells the most! raffle tickets can be bought or collected from Cheryle at Triumph or myself on an Amblers Ride

Leafleting and Posters.
If you have a local pub or café that you could stick a poster up in PLEASE DO! these can be collected from Cheryle at Triumph or myself on an Amblers Ride.

If you are willing or able to do any of the above please please drop me an email (if you have not done so already) together we can make this an amazing event that the Branch can be proud of being involved with

And finally, if you haven’t bought your ticket yet… what are you waiting for!!!

https://Dapper-Weekender-Tickets.eventbrite.co.uk

Many Thanks
Ged

Hi all

Good news I have managed to source a new supplier for the hoodies for a great price reduction!!! New prices are:-

T-Shirts £16 Plus £4 Charity donation total £20
Hoodies £25 Plus £5 Charity donation total £30

I will be ordering this week so if you fancy a smart upgrade to your casual collection drop me an email gedtell2@aol.com along with sizes, M/L/XL any colour so long as its black!

Hi all,

Following interest (and orders!!) at the last meeting and also the beer and curry night, of the Dapper Social T-shirt and hoody I was modelling! I have sourced some costs:-

If I can get orders for 20 of each then:-
T-Shirts are £16 Plus £5 Charity donation £21
Hoodies are £31 Plus £5 Charity donation £36

These are slightly more expensive than the original supplier but the prints are of a far higher quality. The T shirt itself is Gildan soft style 153g

They both come in one style, unisex/male, black, with small chest logo to front and large logo on the back

Size: S M L XL XXL
Chest (to fit): 34/36 38 40/42 44/46 48/50

If you could email me if you are interested and what size to Gedtell2@aol.com

The Dapper Weekender, is delighted that two of its main sponsors, Triumph and Master Debonair, will be working together over the coming months. To kick this partnership off Triumph Newcastle are holding an event at the Master Debonair East Boldon shop on….

FRIDAY 16TH FEBRUARY AT 3PM

A perfect opportunity for those retired and workshy amongst us to pop along for what looks to be a great little event.

Join us Friday 16th February from 3pm at Master Debonair at our Unleashed Party. You can come along and have a look at the bikes, chat about booking a demo while enjoying an epic afternoon with the guys at MD with a few beers, good music and a bit of banter. There’s also the opportunity for you to purchase early bird tickets to the Dapper Do in conjunction with the DGR later on in the year.

If you do want to come along on your bike, the guys at MD have ample parking at the front of their store.

Hope to see you there!

https://Dapper-Weekender-Tickets.eventbrite.co.uk