I booked my normal Saturday to Saturday 2 week trip in 2019

Whilst I had the opportunity to change my booking and come back earlier (for free) when the event schedule was changed, I decided to stay for the original 2 weeks

So, as well as taking my recently completed TZ/RD Yamaha, I'll bring my stand up paddle board, Paraglider, unicycle and skateboard for the additional stay - my original plan was to have 2 motorcycles with me (Yam & Gixer thou R) but a bout of post TT covid scuppered that plan

The main issue I have had with the changes is that since 2013, I tell people I'm off to the Classic TT and they immediately work out that it's the TT for old bikes. If I say I'm off to the Manx Grand Prix,  people have no clue what I'm talking about! (This despite the MGP being in existence for nearly 100 years) - I feel the organisers have some work to do there.....

I thought the TT commentary this year, after a nervous start, ended up the best for years - I hope the MGP commentary is also improved over 2019's efforts. Personally I  don't care whether it's a person or a camera at Ramsey hairpin providing the commentary is good

Having been a visitor since 1976, I  can't wait to be back on the Island and hoping for an incident free event, with great racing, great company and a lot of smiles (and maybe a few beers)

Have a great Classic TT.....err I mean Manx Grand Prix everyone!!