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Title: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: goldFiSh on September 28, 2009, 03:42:44 AM So some of you may be aware that the my wife and I are in the departure lounge for child #2, just awaiting takeoff! And just like with Nemo (working title of #1, named by bigiain @ Mecca), we have decided not to find out the sex of Dory (working title of #2)
This makes me think back to around 2 years ago, where my darling wife and I had a little discussion regarding the preferred two wheeled transport of our imminent child. We'd been tipped off to check out the Peg Perego electric kiddy bikes, and noted that there were two available of interest - a Vespa GT200 (my wife's preferences 2 wheel transport) and a Ducati Monster. The decision was made: if we have a boy, it will be a monster, and if it's a girl, a vespa it is... And this is my sole justification for buying as much kiddie ducati wear as possible! Now I am faced with a new dilemma, if we have a girl, we'll need to "Vespa up", and let me tell you, for an iconic brand, they don't have their shit together in the merch dept! So it's been a while since we've had a silly poll, and for this one, Im going to be indulgent and make it a tipping comp for #2! Feel free to vote, or not to.... if you do, I'm sure my wife will get a kick out of it - her due date is tomorrow, and she's really over carrying around a watermelon! Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: Yellow Meanie on September 28, 2009, 03:51:26 AM If you and Nemo are riding around on Monsters, then I'll vote Vespa.
Then Mum has someone to ride with ;D Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: heatherp on September 28, 2009, 04:05:40 AM Me too, voting for Vespa so Bron can have some company [thumbsup]
Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: bazz20 on September 28, 2009, 04:57:37 AM we tried to get one and was told they dont import into australia have things changed o buy one of each and best of heath to mom and new born [thumbsup]
Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: Jukie on September 28, 2009, 11:58:18 AM ok guys you know i will vote Lambetta, but a Vespa will do. if you need clothing let me know. Go the Lambetta ooppss i mean Vespa
Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: Betty on September 28, 2009, 12:12:47 PM Yep I've voted Vespa as well (nearly typed Lambretta after reading that last post) ... which means win or lose you can't be disappointed ;)
In terms of Vespa paraphenalia it seems pretty easy to come by in the tourist areas of Italy ... but it is mostly for the big kids. You should try getting Lambretta stuff [roll] After an almost accidental purchase of a Vespa Julie's brudda has been given quite a few Vespa t-shirts as gifts. I think it is a little frustrating as he is definitely a Lammie man ... he has one Vespa and depending on your interpretation 3, 4 or 5 Lambrettas. But it has just been so much easier for people to get Vespa stuff. Best wishes to Bronnie for a smooth delivery. Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: mattyvas on September 28, 2009, 01:38:13 PM Having seen you guys recently for a mini Wii party (I'm buying one)
The vote has to go to Vespa cause I know how Broni feels about them. It's always nice to have a complimentary pair but then if Dory becomes a boy it may just have to be a pair of Monsters. Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: Betty on September 28, 2009, 01:57:13 PM but then if Dory becomes a boy it may just have to be a pair of Monsters. ... I think a little pair of Monsters is a given [evil] Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: mostro900 on September 28, 2009, 02:56:30 PM Can I vote 1 for each...after all I do have a Vespa lying around here somewhere...poor thing rarely gets a workout with the Monster in the stable.
All the best for mum too! Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: dragonworld. on September 28, 2009, 03:08:57 PM Before deciding, wait until the "Terrible Twos" happen!! [evil] [roll]
And I reckon I know which one will get the nod. [thumbsup] OMG, the dreaded "2s" with a giirl child. :o [beer] [drink] [wine] Bin there, done that, and a very scary frustrating episode. [bang] [bang] [bang] Onya Mum. [thumbsup] [bow_down] [bow_down] [bow_down] Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: Six95 on September 28, 2009, 05:39:59 PM I'm backing the underdog - Go the Duc.
Wishing mum a fast & safe labour too! Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: Jukie on September 28, 2009, 10:44:51 PM Can I vote 1 for each...after all I do have a Vespa lying around here somewhere...poor thing rarely gets a workout with the Monster in the stable. ill come over there and give the vespa a run if you like Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: loony888 on September 28, 2009, 11:00:21 PM ok guys you know i will vote Lambetta, but a Vespa will do. if you need clothing let me know. Go the Lambetta ooppss i mean Vespa i'm with jukie, the lambretta is the coolest scooter, all the mods rode 'em. paul. Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: mostro900 on September 29, 2009, 01:04:44 AM ill come over there and give the vespa a run if you like Sure thing !! Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: ducsport on September 29, 2009, 02:14:17 AM Goldie, I'll join the Vespa majority. Have the 'pigeon pair' myself, only Vespa first, Ducati second.
Dragon - I found the threes worse than the twos - maybe mine just took their time ;D Best wirshes for Bronie. You do know that statistically, the due date the least likely birth date?? Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: goldFiSh on September 29, 2009, 03:48:04 AM Thanks all for the best wishes, it helped to cheer Bron up!
Bazz, I'm thinking about importing one (or two) of the Pegs - not so hard these days with the power of the internet! Jukie, I'm hearing you about the lammies - in fact Bron's dad and grandmother were both lammi riders, Bron's the one who's moved to the dark side! No bubba today, so now were getting into the overbaked situation. You'll all know when it happens! Cheers all [thumbsup] Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: goldFiSh on October 02, 2009, 06:14:22 PM Hi All,
For those who voted Vespa, right you were! Little Lucia (aka Dory), born Friday morning 4.18am. Mother and daughter doing very well, and are coming home tonight. I have pics (of course!), but have not loaded them on flikr yet - will do later tonight... Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: dragonworld. on October 02, 2009, 06:20:39 PM A BIG congrats Pappy!! [thumbsup] [beer]
And best wishes for the ones that did the work?? Momma and Lucia. !! [clap] ;D [thumbsup] Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: bazz20 on October 02, 2009, 06:21:40 PM gongrates goldy hope mum and bub are well [thumbsup] [clap] [clap] [clap] [clap] [clap] [clap] [clap] [clap] [clap] [clap] [clap] [clap] [bow_down]
Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: heatherp on October 02, 2009, 07:41:01 PM Congrats Nick & Bron & welcome to the little one that will now make Nemo's life hell (I know I have an older brother [roll] [evil])
Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: Jukie on October 02, 2009, 08:59:37 PM yes im the same heather have an older brother, but he was the one given me grief :D
Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: Jukie on October 02, 2009, 09:07:24 PM hey Nick i think we have a spare lambetta somewhere, we can teach her on. [moto]
Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: Jukie on October 03, 2009, 12:13:25 PM (http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/23/23_11_58.gif)
Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: Jukie on October 03, 2009, 12:17:40 PM (http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/15/15_5_2v.gif)
(http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/15/15_5_7.gif) (http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/10/10_4_5.gif) Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: Zee on October 03, 2009, 03:04:24 PM Wow, that is the most complicated way ever to ask:
"Boy or girl?" So, I am going to say Aprilia, kind of like they way people buy yellow baby clothes... Z... Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: Big T on October 03, 2009, 05:38:58 PM Huge congrats Nick & Bron & little ones...... [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: ducsport on October 04, 2009, 12:31:22 AM Congrats Goldie. Glad Bron is doing OK. Once you get home the fun starts. Did anyone tell you that kids operate to a squared law? You know, two are four times the effort of one, three are nine times the effort, etc?
Oops too late now ;D Cheers, ducsport Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: goldFiSh on October 06, 2009, 02:14:23 AM OK so better late than never - a quick phone photo that was taken whilst she was pretty fresh....
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2628/3987021396_4a1a3246fc.jpg) Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: Betty on October 06, 2009, 10:04:31 AM Aahhh, she looks so ... quiet.
Maybe its a good thing you didn't get the Ducati, he may have come with Mivvs. Again, well done guys - she's a cutie ... must take after Bron [cheeky] Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: Jukie on October 06, 2009, 11:26:38 AM oooooohhh so pretty. give her a big kiss for me, and again congrats you guys well done Bronnie
Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: mattyvas on October 06, 2009, 04:28:37 PM Welcome to our newest member
Lucia Teresa "Dory Vespa" Orsatti We all know your parents are very pleased to meet you and we all look forward to your first Vespa. Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: Six95 on October 06, 2009, 04:48:16 PM Again, well done guys - she's a cutie ... must take after Bron [cheeky] +1 [thumbsup] Title: Re: Way off topic: Vespa or Ducati? Post by: mostro900 on October 06, 2009, 04:48:29 PM Cutie! Congrats Nick, Bron !! oh yes, you have your hands full now, but oh so worth it! Pity the neighbours once they grow up and start revving their bikes! ;D
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