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    Thread: TT 2024 TICKET
Post: RE: TT 2024 TICKET

Hi STEVEVTR, I have sent you a PM in regards to this. Cheers
Yamaham Miscellaneous For Sale 1 344 30-01-2024, 05:30 PM
    Thread: Miquando Homestay question
Post: RE: Miquando Homestay question

Cheers Baz, Any idea who they are, and if they have a website up already?
Yamaham Accommodation (TT, S100 and MGP - Homestay) 4 913 11-01-2024, 10:52 PM
    Thread: Miquando Homestay question
Post: RE: Miquando Homestay question

Cheers Nasher. I thought something was up! I will keep an eye out for the latest on that. Thanks again
Yamaham Accommodation (TT, S100 and MGP - Homestay) 4 913 17-12-2023, 12:54 PM
    Thread: Miquando Homestay question
Post: Miquando Homestay question

Hi all, I've recently been giving advice to a lad from work who is hoping to go to next years TT for the first time. He's not keen on camping and I've told him to look at the Homestay website to give...
Yamaham Accommodation (TT, S100 and MGP - Homestay) 4 913 09-12-2023, 04:21 PM
    Thread: TT Radio commentary
Post: RE: TT Radio commentary

I'll be taking my trusty Roberts radio that I bought about years ago. You could get one for around £20 plus a few quid for the 4 D batteries needed. Loud enough to hear clearly above any radios nearby...
Yamaham TT Related Posts (Only) 14 16,896 16-05-2022, 07:15 PM
    Thread: Future of TT Website (By Malcolm when taken ill in 2021)
Post: RE: Future of TT Website

Jeezo, that sounds like a fair ordeal you've been through Malcolm. Glad you have a recovery plan in front of you and hope you get through it well.  Mash is the food of champions! I'm sure you will so...
Yamaham ADMIN Posts - Everyone Please Read 55 40,571 27-09-2021, 08:08 AM
    Thread: Future of TT Website (By Malcolm when taken ill in 2021)
Post: RE: Future of TT Website

This is really sad news Malcolm. I hope it turns out not to be as worrying as it sounds. I stumbled onto this site/forum a few years ago now, and have been a regular visitor since. The level of commi...
Yamaham ADMIN Posts - Everyone Please Read 55 40,571 06-09-2021, 10:03 AM
    Thread: Superstock 2022
Post: RE: Superstock 2022

That's a relief! I thought we were being robbed of a race! Thanks for clearing that up! :icon_lol:
Yamaham TT Related Posts (Only) 5 6,655 03-03-2021, 08:27 PM
    Thread: Superstock 2022
Post: Superstock 2022

I tried to post this on the TT 2022 race schedule, but the thread is locked. I was wondering if I've missed something. I knew they were introducing warm up sessions, and have cancelled the Zero, but t...
Yamaham TT Related Posts (Only) 5 6,655 02-03-2021, 08:59 PM
    Thread: Who, What, Where, When?
Post: RE: Who, What, Where, When?

I had to get one right eventually!! Have watched from a spot just before there, at the the junction at Johnny Watersons Lane. Am I right in thinking that there is three left-hand bends that start fro...
Yamaham ALL Photographs and Video Shots etc... 728 537,015 21-02-2021, 06:25 PM
    Thread: Who, What, Where, When?
Post: RE: Who, What, Where, When?

Is it one of the bends at Cronk ny Mona, heading down to Signpost? The steep grass banks seem about right. Not sure if you would be able to see someone in their garden though.
Yamaham ALL Photographs and Video Shots etc... 728 537,015 21-02-2021, 04:38 PM
    Thread: Who, What, Where, When?
Post: RE: Who, What, Where, When?

Gorse Lea!? Another reason I had ruled it out was because of the pavement! Oh well, I'll get it right sometime! That really is a scary video of Paul Shoesmith. Sends shivers down the spine thinking o...
Yamaham ALL Photographs and Video Shots etc... 728 537,015 18-02-2021, 09:19 PM
    Thread: Who, What, Where, When?
Post: RE: Who, What, Where, When?

The only corner I can think of with that white crash barriers is Gorse lea, but I think the corner looks too tight to be there. I would take a punt on it being somewhere between Kirk Michael and Balla...
Yamaham ALL Photographs and Video Shots etc... 728 537,015 17-02-2021, 09:06 PM
    Thread: Who, What, Where, When?
Post: RE: Who, What, Where, When?

Tremendous pic Alfie! Thanks for sharing. Could be a real collectors item too. Is it from the Senior in 2016? If so, would that make it the last time McPint rode a Fireblade round the Mountain course...
Yamaham ALL Photographs and Video Shots etc... 728 537,015 15-02-2021, 12:43 PM
    Thread: Who, What, Where, When?
Post: RE: Who, What, Where, When?

I was lucky enough to hear and smell it Captain. Great to see a bike like that back. Pity it wasn't more competitive. I'm sure the old dog aboard gave it everything he had though! Will let others have...
Yamaham ALL Photographs and Video Shots etc... 728 537,015 13-02-2021, 02:21 PM
    Thread: Who, What, Where, When?
Post: RE: Who, What, Where, When?

Would agree with Captain that it is the end of Cronk y Voddy. I have watched from the apex of that corner a few times. I can't comprehend how the top riders can take that corner at the speeds they do....
Yamaham ALL Photographs and Video Shots etc... 728 537,015 12-02-2021, 09:48 AM
    Thread: Who, What, Where, When?
Post: RE: Who, What, Where, When?

Struggling with the where on this! Is it the left hander before the approach into Kirk Michael?
Yamaham ALL Photographs and Video Shots etc... 728 537,015 10-02-2021, 09:44 PM
    Thread: Entrants enclosure passes 1920s- 1950s
Post: RE: Entrants enclosure passes 1920s- 1950s

Really good thread! That's a really precious find there Tony2000! My thanks too for sharing.  I like the photo of your great-great Uncle having a spill at Ramsey hairpin by the look of it. Can't help...
Yamaham ALL Photographs and Video Shots etc... 15 14,294 10-01-2021, 05:42 PM
    Thread: Who, What, Where, When?
Post: RE: Who, What, Where, When?

Really not got a clue, but looks like it could be taken around mid-noughties by my guesswork. Trying to think of Suzuki straddlers from back then. I'll take a punt on either the late Gary Carswell o...
Yamaham ALL Photographs and Video Shots etc... 728 537,015 06-01-2021, 05:17 PM
    Thread: Who, What, Where, When?
Post: RE: Who, What, Where, When?

If you want tips on how to take blurred photos, I'm your man! :icon_lol: I've not got a steady hand for photography! No clue with the next one yet! I'll go and do some homework!!
Yamaham ALL Photographs and Video Shots etc... 728 537,015 09-11-2020, 08:27 PM
    Thread: Who, What, Where, When?
Post: RE: Who, What, Where, When?

I can almost make out his name on the fairing or I would be absolutely clueless. Is it Danila Krasniuk? If so, is he special as the first Russian to compete in MGP?
Yamaham ALL Photographs and Video Shots etc... 728 537,015 08-11-2020, 09:55 PM
    Thread: Flyover and underpass among TT access options
Post: RE: Flyover and underpass among TT access options

A flyover or underpass both sound very expensive options. I wonder how much cash the manx government are willing to throw at this in a time when there is no tourist money adding to the economy. I woul...
Yamaham TT Related Posts (Only) 3 4,588 08-11-2020, 09:34 PM
    Thread: Self catering accomodation wanted for TT 2021
Post: Self catering accomodation wanted for TT 2021

Hi all, I'm looking for self catered accommodation for the missus and me at next years TT. Dodgy back means my camping days are over. We had a great wee one bedroom flat for our first homestay last y...
Yamaham Accommodation (TT, S100 and MGP - Homestay) 0 2,141 29-06-2020, 08:41 PM
    Thread: DJ - 17 years ago
Post: RE: DJ - 17 years ago

I agree with you clivem, in that DJ would've went on to be regarded as 'King of the Mountain', and surely would of been in the conversation as one of the true all-time great road racers. As race fans,...
Yamaham TT Related Posts (Only) 8 10,000 01-06-2020, 08:33 PM
    Thread: Best TT Memories.
Post: RE: Best TT Memories.

I hope you mucked in with the shovelling c iom tt? :icon_lol: I'm a bit paranoid when next to the track that I'll do something stupid that causes a delay, or worse. The misuss reckons I've got O.C.D a...
Yamaham General Discussion 47 42,131 14-05-2020, 10:52 AM
    Thread: Best TT Memories.
Post: RE: Best TT Memories.

If you manage to get your hands on some Okells, Laverda, be sure to let us know how you managed it. I'm liking the idea of sitting in the garden with a kipper bap and an Okells bitter whilst Manx radi...
Yamaham General Discussion 47 42,131 05-05-2020, 11:48 AM
    Thread: SYNETIQ BMW REVEAL HUTCHINSON'S RETURN
Post: RE: SYNETIQ BMW REVEAL HUTCHINSON'S RETURN

It seems to me that both parties feel that there is unfinished business, at the T.T in particular. Hutchy had his fingertips on the Senior trophy before his crash in 2017 and surely would've went well...
Yamaham TT Related Posts (Only) 3 4,606 29-04-2020, 02:17 PM
    Thread: Steam Packet options for TT 2020 bookings
Post: RE: Steam Packet options for TT 2020 bookings

I had to copy and paste the link too. Almost got caught out as I tried to scroll down the page as it shifted my selection to full refund option! Thank crunchie I noticed before clicking submit! One to...
Yamaham General Discussion 10 9,707 29-04-2020, 09:47 AM
    Thread: Captain Tom. Bike Racer
Post: Captain Tom. Bike Racer

I'm sure all of you have been following the brilliant story of Captain Tom and his fundraising phenomenon. My missus was just reading about him on a Wikipedia page that has appeared. It says that  Cap...
Yamaham General Discussion 0 2,728 18-04-2020, 09:34 AM
    Thread: Best TT Memories.
Post: RE: Best TT Memories.

I'm a relative newcomer to some of the great stories on here so far, though like most of you it is my first experience that comes to mind. My first T.T was with some mates in 2009 and I'll never forge...
Yamaham General Discussion 47 42,131 31-03-2020, 10:41 AM
    Thread: Racing legend Tony Rutter sadly passes away
Post: RE: Racing legend Tony Rutter sadly passes away

Really sad news. Sympathies to all his family and friends. R.I.P Tony.
Yamaham General Discussion 15 12,129 24-03-2020, 04:41 PM
    Thread: Council objects to new TT Grandstand bridge
Post: RE: Council objects to new TT Grandstand bridge

Shame. We watched a practice session there one night last year. It was more fun watching the security guard shouting and screaming at almost every punter that crossed over 'KEEP MOVING ON THE BRIDGE P...
Yamaham General Discussion 1 2,355 16-03-2020, 06:02 PM
    Thread: No decision on TT yet but petition calls for event to be cancelled
Post: RE: No decision on TT yet but petition calls for e...

I'm becoming less confident by the minute that the T.T will go ahead as planned. I do think the powers that be don't need to rush into a decision just yet though. There's still enough time to leave an...
Yamaham Information, Press Releases etc & Your Comments 10 4,057 16-03-2020, 05:51 PM
    Thread: Record eighth 'Race of Legends' victory for home hero Michael Dunlop at Armoy
Post: RE: Record eighth 'Race of Legends' victory for ho...

I wrote on here after his crash at the Southern 100, suggesting that MD's season was over and that he had a long winter of contemplation ahead of him! How wrong could I be! Can't wait to see what he c...
Yamaham Other Race Meetings - MotoGP, WSB & BSB, Irish Roads etc - 1 2,092 28-07-2019, 09:14 AM
    Thread: ACU TT Statement
Post: RE: ACU TT Statement

It looked inevitable that they would have to. What's been said? Was this from the inquiry into the Mercer incident?
Yamaham TT Related Posts (Only) 2 6,110 16-07-2019, 06:17 PM
    Thread: Michael Dunlop confirms 'multiple breaks' after Southern 100 crash
Post: RE: Michael Dunlop confirms 'multiple breaks' afte...

I know Michael Dunlop can split opinions of race fans, but I do feel for the guy. In the toughest period of his career he isn't getting much luck! Hardly any bike time in the past 12 months, he will b...
Yamaham General Discussion 5 6,506 14-07-2019, 01:04 PM
    Thread: Steam Packet records higher TT visitors
Post: RE: Steam Packet records higher TT visitors

I presume we'll all get discount for next year then? Reward to loyal customers and all that! :confused:
Yamaham TT Related Posts (Only) 4 6,546 14-06-2019, 05:49 PM
    Thread: Is TT sustainable
Post: RE: Is TT sustainable

I'll bow to the experience of others on this forum, though I have a few thoughts on the future of the TT. This year was the tenth anniversary of my first trip to the TT, and I have noticed dramatic ch...
Yamaham Information, Press Releases etc & Your Comments 45 16,781 11-06-2019, 07:02 PM
    Thread: Where ya watching
Post: RE: Where ya watching

I like the look of that, might give it a go! Only watched at Glen Helen once, up the bank beside the timing beam, was ok, but got eaten alive by midges! Always think it's great at conkers, Crosby lea...
Yamaham General Discussion 12 13,241 30-05-2019, 06:20 PM
    Thread: Tuesday 28th May + Report, Pics & Results
Post: RE: Tuesday 28th May

It sounded like tricky conditions in some places, hopefully the forecast improves. Is there any update on Hutchy and the other riders who came off tonight? See above for Rider Updates Malcolm
Yamaham Practice Week 8 4,139 28-05-2019, 10:22 PM
    Thread: TT Live App.
Post: RE: TT Live App.

Glad it's not just me! I couldn't get to grips with it either. I read after the session that you can pin your favourite riders so they always remain at the top of your page. I'm going to try and pin t...
Yamaham General Discussion 54 75,104 26-05-2019, 08:45 PM
    Thread: TT 2019
Post: RE: TT 2019

Me too. Got four days of work to get through first unfortunately. Not sure about the new timing site though. I'm a bit of a technophobe so it takes me a while to adjust to new computer stuff. Was grea...
Yamaham General Discussion 16 17,124 26-05-2019, 08:37 PM
    Thread: Whats the first thing you do after getting on the Island?
Post: RE: Whats the first thing you do after getting on ...

We arrive at 6pm on Friday. Planning to head to the homestay we've booked, dump off the bags, then head to the Railway Inn to catch what's left of the practice session. Can't wait. Hope everyone has a...
Yamaham General Discussion 17 17,694 25-05-2019, 09:03 AM
    Thread: MCGUINESS AND RUTTER HEAD BATHAM MUGEN CHALLENGE FOR SES TT ZERO HONOURS
Post: RE: MCGUINESS AND RUTTER HEAD BATHAM MUGEN CHALLEN...

My mate and me argue in the pub about this often. Yes, a lot of Joey's wins were on Ultra-lightweight and Lightweight machines, but at least they raced more than one lap, and although competition was ...
Yamaham Information, Press Releases etc & Your Comments 8 3,136 18-05-2019, 12:23 PM
    Thread: Michael Dunlop 'wrist injury' could jeopardise prospects at North West 200 and the TT
Post: RE: Michael Dunlop 'wrist injury' could jeopardise...

Really hoping Michael's injury is nothing too serious. Don't think he ever wants to give anything away to press, or organisers even, so that might explain the silence. I think practice starts on Tuesd...
Yamaham Information, Press Releases etc & Your Comments 6 2,644 13-05-2019, 10:59 PM
    Thread: GlenLough Campsite
Post: RE: GlenLough Campsite

Couldn't say for certain, but there's usually a burger van at Glenlough that should be open at evening practice. If not, you could head to the Railway Inn, either on the old railway line if roads are ...
Yamaham Information, Press Releases etc & Your Comments 12 5,067 12-05-2019, 11:02 AM
    Thread: GlenLough Campsite
Post: RE: GlenLough Campsite

I'm new to this forum, but thought I'd give you my tuppence worth on Glenlough. In my opinion it's a cracking site, great location, good bands and good craic. I've stayed there about six times, though...
Yamaham Information, Press Releases etc & Your Comments 12 5,067 06-05-2019, 11:45 AM