Framed.. by maggiemae

Framed..

The End of the Alps to Ocean Bike Trail. This frame was unveiled today at 9am by our great Mayor who designed and got this built! I went down (about coffee time) and when I brought my camera out, these guys asked for a photo! Who would not oblige!

Apologies to my 365 FB friends who have seen a similar photo today there. It was the only photo I took this day except for the one that John took of me in this frame (not acceptable here to me)
Three good things:
1. The team here do another bike trail every year! The average age, I would say would be in the ‘70s! Its all organised including accommodation and meals but not the weather! They live in Auckland.
2. This Frame was the best! It was a mystery until unveiled and had previously bad reviews saying it would be an eyesore etc. However when we were there, there were repeated groups of bicyclists getting their photo taken!
2. I made dinner tonight - chicken, roast herb potatoes, fresh corn and crunchy salad!
Great shot and fantastic frame!
Hope you ate some of that delicious dinner you made and are feeling better!
March 4th, 2016  
Great shot, they all look like they are having a fun time. I like the frame, you could get a great 'framed' photo without the cyclists.
March 4th, 2016  
@shirleybankfarm Thats what I originally thought it was meant for - a framed picture of the harbour, Shirley! But not so...
March 4th, 2016  
Fabulous shot.
March 4th, 2016  
Great composition of them in very attractive frame. Especially against that lovely view.
March 4th, 2016  
Bep
Fantastic frame. Love the background.
March 4th, 2016  
Great group shot and frame...what a great activity for seniors...they all look fit and happy :)
March 4th, 2016  
That's such a fun shot! Looks like this crew really enjoys their cycling.
March 4th, 2016  
Love the fram idea tell the Mayor I approve 🙃👀
March 4th, 2016  
Great shot. One of many that will be taken here I'm sure! Good for the mayor!
March 4th, 2016  
Fascinating way to frame a photo. Looks like an enthusiastic group of bikers.
March 4th, 2016  
A super framed image within the bigger photo -- I am sure it will be constantly photographed with Omaru in the background ! Sounds a lovely tasty dinner , chicken is always a good choice when you start eating after an illness !! Hope you enjoyed it !
March 4th, 2016  
@beryl Thank you Beryl and yes I did enjoy it and didn't feel too full after it! So all is good!
March 4th, 2016  
I've seen a few of these frames in various places and they are so effective. Well done to the Mayor. Super shot of the cyclists.
March 4th, 2016  
I love it. I'm a cyclist so that makes this one even more special.
March 5th, 2016  
What a creative thing to do! I love the idea of encouraging photo ops! what a great group too! but i am wanting your recipe for a crunchy salad....
March 5th, 2016  
Great shot i love the frame
March 5th, 2016  
Fantastic! Congratulations :)
March 5th, 2016  
Terrific shot and those 'frames' are becoming more common. Recently saw one in Cape Town, South Africa.
March 5th, 2016  
Great shot
March 5th, 2016  
What a great idea. Well framed. I'm glad you are feeling better.
March 5th, 2016  
Fun shot!
March 5th, 2016  
Wonderful composition to yur image! I noticed the age of the cyclists was a little beyond youthful right away! I don't remember getting the invitation to dinner! I am sure it was just an oversight on your part! ;~}
March 5th, 2016  
@grammyn Sorry Katy - I thought you would have got my invitation - sent out some weeks ago! Its all very formal and very long dresses are compulsory! You will probably trip over and fall into your Tiramisu Ice-cream Cake!
March 5th, 2016  
@lynne5477 From one cyclist to another - happy biking!
March 5th, 2016  
@seattlite One we talked to was 81 - same age as John - put him to shame!
March 5th, 2016  
@maggiemae LOL! Perhaps it is better I didn't get it then but it sounded delicious!
March 5th, 2016  
It certainly provides a great way to set up a group portrait!
March 5th, 2016  
I LOVE the Frame and there should be more in places with beautiful backgrounds!! Great idea and looks like a fun group!! Very nice composition!! FAV!
March 5th, 2016  
A wonderful Frame for people to use to record their achievement. Great capture!
March 5th, 2016  
That is one super sized frame
March 5th, 2016  
Thanks for sharing. You sound to be better today.
March 5th, 2016  
@sdutoit thanks Sylvia - almost back to normal!
March 5th, 2016  
I thought it was us! Could be the next trip
March 5th, 2016  
What a great idea and super for photographs. Hope you're better today
March 5th, 2016  
The frame is a great idea - bet its popular
March 5th, 2016  
Super-duper framing!
March 5th, 2016  
Lovely shot - great idea, saw a few of these when we visited NZ last year, with wonderful views to frame. - glad you are no out and about.
March 5th, 2016  
oh i think the frame is fantastic!
March 5th, 2016  
The frame is a marvellous idea. Great shot
March 5th, 2016  
I don't think any of them are guilty, in fact I think they have been framed. super capture.
March 5th, 2016  
I love the frame!
March 5th, 2016  
Such a brilliant idea from your Mayor and it looks like it will prove popular with everyone. Pleased to hear you're feeling a bit better at last.
March 5th, 2016  
@ladymagpie "guilty as charged, m'lord!"?
March 5th, 2016  
A neat looking farm and a lovely group of people.
March 5th, 2016  
That is a wonderful frame. What an awesome idea. Super composition xx
March 6th, 2016  
Lovely happy bunch of "oldies". The whole thing looks great. Glad you are feeling a bit better.
March 7th, 2016  
This is really nice! Very nice smiles.
March 7th, 2016  
not an eyesore at all! this would be great for photographers, too!
March 9th, 2016  
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