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Thread: Track Day Advice
Post: RE: Track Day Advice
| Many thanks Cap’n. I’ve had a look at the 3 Sisters website and it looks very promising. I remember winning the Preston Club’s classic championship at 3 Sisters in 1992 on my trusty BSA B50. The award... |
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30-11-2023, 01:03 PM |
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Thread: Track Day Advice
Post: Track Day Advice
| I'm currently in the process of renewing my National Road Race licence for 2024 and as I haven't ridden competitively for ages plus I'll be riding my BSA B50 I thought of trying out both the machine a... |
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27-11-2023, 11:38 AM |
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Thread: BSA 499 Connecting Rod
Post: RE: BSA 499 Connecting Rod
| Many thanks for the advice. |
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General Discussion
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19-11-2023, 01:32 PM |
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Thread: BSA 499 Connecting Rod
Post: BSA 499 Connecting Rod
| I need a new Carrillo con rod for my road race B50. I've researched the only UK supplier I could find and their price was incredible therefore, I'd be most grateful if anyone could answer any of the f... |
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18-11-2023, 08:38 PM |
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Thread: Manx GP 2024 dates confirmed
Post: RE: Manx GP 2024 dates confirmed
| (19-10-2023, 01:12 PM)sticky Wrote: Classic 350s back on the schedule, so an extra race. Good news but I still wish it was a 2 week event...
The clubmans award set up is good too as non-TT riders ... |
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Manx Grand Prix & Former Classic TT
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19-10-2023, 02:11 PM |
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Thread: Dean harrison
Post: RE: Dean harrison
| Wherever Deano goes I sincerely hope it works out well for him. We last saw him in action at the 2023 MGP on the Manx Norton and the Ducati in the Classic races and he looked totally 'on it' on both m... |
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TT Related Posts (Only)
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12-10-2023, 12:57 PM |
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Thread: Cylinder Head Repair
Post: RE: Cylinder Head Repair
| (09-10-2023, 09:49 PM)Dogsbody Wrote: Try
https://www.head-shop-uk.co.uk/contact
Not too far from Manchester
Many thanks Dogsbody, I'll give them a call. |
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General Discussion
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09-10-2023, 11:28 PM |
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Thread: Cylinder Head Repair
Post: Cylinder Head Repair
| I have a BSA B50 cylinder head which, unfortunately, is the victim of detonation and therefore requires repairing including welding and machining. It's a very good head and well worth the trouble. Can... |
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General Discussion
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09-10-2023, 02:17 PM |
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Thread: 2023 Manx
Post: RE: 2023 Manx
| Many thanks to all contributors to this thread. The clarity of the images is quite amazing and a great reminder on a day when the weather's very unpleasant here in Lancashire. |
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ALL Photographs and Video Shots etc...
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19-09-2023, 08:01 AM |
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Thread: Plaque for Malcolm
Post: RE: Plaque for Malcolm
| Malcolm's memorial plaque is both well thought out and well positioned, a credit to all involved. It's a wonderful reminder to everyone of Malcolm's excellent work in creating and maintaining our webs... |
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31-08-2023, 01:52 PM |
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Thread: Ballagarey Incident
Post: RE: Ballagarey
| Sadly it was a fatality. I'm reluctant to name anyone, but the event has been reported on Manx Radio and on a number of motorcycle racing related websites. |
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Manx Grand Prix & Former Classic TT
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21-08-2023, 04:56 PM |
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Thread: Forum Funding
Post: RE: Forum Funding
| £20 donated via PayPal. Once again many, many thanks for all your efforts Chris. |
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ADMIN Posts - Everyone Please Read
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21-08-2023, 04:52 PM |
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Thread: Admin Offline (and full webite down)
Post: RE: Admin Offline (and full webite down)
| Oh Chris, we understand that you're in a difficult position at the moment so I can only suggest you do what you think is best for firstly for yourself and secondly for the good of the forum. I might a... |
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ADMIN Posts - Everyone Please Read
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21-08-2023, 01:31 PM |
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Thread: My memories, an introduction
Post: RE: My memories, an introduction
| Indian, you are most welcome to the forum and to share the road racing knowledge of many of us and the love of road racing of all of us. I'm intrigued to learn of the Coronation Grand Prix, please tel... |
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General Discussion
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04-08-2023, 09:59 PM |
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Thread: MGP Riders Reunion
Post: RE: MGP Riders Reunion
| I'll look out for you Multirider! |
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Manx Grand Prix & Former Classic TT
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01-08-2023, 04:42 PM |
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Thread: Davey Todd leaves Padgetts
Post: RE: Davey Todd leaves Padgetts
| This is a sad story as I really admire both Padgett's and Todd. Between them they ran an incredibly successful Superstock 1000 campaign in BSB last year yet this year in the Superbike class they're ne... |
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TT Related Posts (Only)
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31-07-2023, 10:15 AM |
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Thread: MGP Riders Reunion
Post: MGP Riders Reunion
| For this year's races there is an MGP Riders Reunion to be held in the Nobles Park Hospitality Marquee between 6 and 10 pm on Friday August 25th. Complimentary tickets are available from 'centenary@mg... |
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Manx Grand Prix & Former Classic TT
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29-07-2023, 08:27 AM |
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Thread: MGP Ferry Booking
Post: MGP Ferry Booking
| I've just reviewed our 2023 MGP ferry booking as previously, since the actual ferry we were due to travel on was unclear ie Ben My Chree or Manxman, we were unable to book either seating or accommodat... |
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General Discussion
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21-07-2023, 10:52 AM |
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Thread: Well, how good was that then!
Post: RE: Well, how good was that then!
| I totally agree with the comments about the commentators, I think the best descriptions I can make of them are shallow and ill informed. Admittedly the grid comprises less starters than in previous ye... |
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29-06-2023, 08:18 PM |
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Thread: Forum Funding
Post: RE: Forum Funding
| £10 donated via PayPal. Many, many thanks for all your efforts Chris. |
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ADMIN Posts - Everyone Please Read
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25-06-2023, 09:40 AM |
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Thread: Plaque for Malcolm
Post: RE: Plaque for Malcolm
| I'm happy to contribute too. |
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General Discussion
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12-05-2023, 08:02 AM |
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Thread: So when is everyone going over?
Post: RE: So when is everyone going over?
| I'm not attending the TT this year, instead I'm having another crack at the Parish Walk which follows the TT. My 2023 Mountain Course fix will be at the MGP. I'll be on my own this time as my fellow ... |
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General Discussion
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30-04-2023, 08:49 AM |
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Thread: Who, What, Where, When?
Post: RE: Who, What, Where, When?
| That looks like Dave Ashton and I'll have a guess at Ballacrye as the location. |
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ALL Photographs and Video Shots etc...
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27-04-2023, 08:13 AM |
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Thread: Attention Paddock! Attention Paddock
Post: RE: Attention Paddock! Attention Paddock
| Correct Mr P, however Edgar Jessop would perhaps concede a little to the conditions and wear his studded plimsolls!! |
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TT Related Posts (Only)
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14-04-2023, 08:00 AM |
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Thread: 2023 Homestay Accommodation
Post: 2023 Homestay Accommodation
| I'm a longstanding TT_MGP supporter and forum member and as our usual Homestay hosts are no longer offering the service I’m on the lookout for a replacement. I’m seeking accommodation for the followin... |
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Accommodation (TT, S100 and MGP - Homestay)
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02-03-2023, 04:11 PM |
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Thread: N Ireland road racing cancelled
Post: RE: N Ireland road racing cancelled
| I hope this sorry situation can be resolved soon. |
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Other Race Meetings - MotoGP, WSB & BSB, Irish Roads etc -
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10-02-2023, 09:27 AM |
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Thread: Christmass
Post: RE: Christmass
| A Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all members of this excellent forum. Malcolm is greatly missed, so it's up to us to build upon the wonderful legacy he provided. Finally let's all hope for a le... |
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General Discussion
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25-12-2022, 02:41 PM |
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Thread: Push Starts
Post: Push Starts
| Do you recall the days when most motorcycle races were push starts? My first foray into motorcycle racing was on an RD400 Yamaha production racer and production races were always clutch starts. When I... |
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01-12-2022, 10:39 AM |
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Thread: TT2022 More Bad News
Post: TT2022 More Bad News
| Terrible news, sadly sidecar passenger Olivier Lavorel has died from his injuries resulting from the crash in the first Sidecar TT, which also resulted in the death of the driver Cesar Chanel. |
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TT Related Posts (Only)
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25-10-2022, 09:43 PM |
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Thread: Phil Read
Post: Phil Read
| Phil Read, one of the all time great motorcycle racers, died today aged 83. Somewhat overshadowed by the incomparable Mike Hailwood he still won 7 world championships 8 TT's and 1 MGP and numerous sho... |
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TT Related Posts (Only)
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06-10-2022, 09:41 PM |
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Thread: The Forum / The Future
Post: RE: The Forum / The Future
| A plaque would be a nice gesture and I too would be happy to contribute but, I think the finest gesture we could all make is the one that Chris_Sav is leading so well. That being the continuation of a... |
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ADMIN Posts - Everyone Please Read
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15-09-2022, 05:06 PM |
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Thread: The Forum / The Future
Post: RE: The Forum / The Future
| Many thanks, you've done some sterling work Chris. I'll happily contribute to any costs too. |
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ADMIN Posts - Everyone Please Read
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06-09-2022, 03:24 PM |
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Thread: The Forum / The Future
Post: RE: The Forum / The Future
| Many thanks for passing on this sad, sad news to us all Chris. I came onto this forum when the previous TT forum folded and Malcolm's patient and considered monitoring of 'our' forum was always greatl... |
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ADMIN Posts - Everyone Please Read
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05-09-2022, 07:12 PM |
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Thread: MGP Delays
Post: RE: MGP Delays
| Many thanks Nasher, I did look on the MGP website but didn't spot it. Can you tell me whereabouts on their website it is/was. |
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Manx Grand Prix & Former Classic TT
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31-08-2022, 09:58 AM |
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Thread: MGP Delays
Post: MGP Delays
| My wife and I have just returned home from marshaling at the 2022 MGP. We're both experienced marshals and both enjoyed the event, albeit, in my opinion, it was a week too short and was sadly lacking ... |
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Manx Grand Prix & Former Classic TT
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31-08-2022, 08:52 AM |
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Thread: Sadly another statement, the Stocktons this time
Post: RE: Sadly another statement, the Stocktons this ti...
| Following the two disastrous Sidecar TT incidents I suspect that Ago's leap won't be a feature of the TT Course in 2023! |
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TT Related Posts (Only)
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11-06-2022, 02:19 PM |
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Thread: TT+ NOW LIVE TO SUBSCRIBE
Post: RE: TT+ NOW LIVE TO SUBSCRIBE
| Great video coverage again last night. I thought the paddock and warm up area commentary was pretty banal but I also thought the actual practice commentaries from Dave Johnson and Des Founds were exce... |
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TT Related Posts (Only)
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01-06-2022, 08:23 AM |
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Thread: TT+ NOW LIVE TO SUBSCRIBE
Post: RE: TT+ NOW LIVE TO SUBSCRIBE
| I watched TT+ last night for the first time and was impressed. I'm wasn't quite sure about the standard of commentary, but overall full marks. |
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31-05-2022, 08:32 AM |
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Thread: Pre TT Practice times
Post: RE: Pre TT Practice times
| It's great to see a big sidecar entry, I'm a massive sidecar racing fan particularly when they're racing on public road race courses. |
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28-05-2022, 08:52 AM |
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Thread: Late Decision
Post: RE: Late Decision
| Many thanks for the responses to my request, in particular your kind offer Crisp. |
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General Discussion
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18-05-2022, 08:11 AM |
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Thread: Late Decision
Post: Late Decision
| I've made a (very) late decision to go over to the Island for a couple of days for a bit of TT practice and racing. I have accomodation, the problem is getting there and back so I'm considering travel... |
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General Discussion
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17-05-2022, 02:30 PM |
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Thread: Viewing at The Bungalow
Post: RE: Viewing at The Bungalow
| The Bungalow is a great spectator spot, as already noted it has great access while the racing/practicing is on and there's a good long view of riders approaching and departing including serious accele... |
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28-04-2022, 08:38 AM |
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Thread: Parish Walk Accomodation
Post: RE: Parish Walk Accomodation
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Accommodation (TT, S100 and MGP - Homestay)
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27-04-2022, 02:08 PM |
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Thread: Classic Race Tyres
Post: Classic Race Tyres
| I’m planning to get my BSA B50 road racer out of the garage and race it for the first time in 8 years! During that time no doubt both classic racing tyre technology and manufacturers have changed. I’m... |
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General Discussion
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19-04-2022, 10:20 AM |
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Thread: Thoughts and predictions
Post: RE: Thoughts and predictions
| There's no doubt about the straight line speed of the Ducati, it will be very interesting to see the Sulby speed trap results. There's also no doubt about MD's talent and Paul Bird and his team's comm... |
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13-04-2022, 08:13 AM |
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Thread: Forum Recommendations
Post: RE: Forum Recommendations
| I've tried 'the other forum' but it's not a patch on this one. This forum is a credit to to you Malcolm I, and I'm sure all 'the regulars', wish you well throughout your current tribulations. The moun... |
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31-03-2022, 03:06 PM |
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Thread: Parish Walk Accomodation
Post: Parish Walk Accomodation
| I'm a longstanding TT_MGP supporter and forum member and I'm also a keen long distance walker. My normal TT_MGP hosts are away in the USA when this year's Parish Walk takes place so I'm seeking altern... |
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Accommodation (TT, S100 and MGP - Homestay)
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27-02-2022, 02:47 PM |
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Thread: Temperature rising on the island as TT changes are announced.
Post: RE: Temperature rising on the island as TT changes...
| I’ve been going to the Island for the fantastic Mountain Course races since 1962, latterly mainly to the Manx, and I liked they were organised, monitored and reported. But I’m trying to be positive ab... |
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TT Related Posts (Only)
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24-02-2022, 04:32 PM |
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Thread: MANX GRAND PRIX 2022
Post: RE: MANX GRAND PRIX 2022
| This 'reorganisation' strikes me as a classic example of reinventing the wheel. In fact the 'new' format is almost identical to my first MGP in 1993, albeit there was a lot more practice time for comp... |
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Manx Grand Prix & Former Classic TT
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22-02-2022, 11:29 PM |
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Thread: Chief sector marshal removed from post after 'critical comments'
Post: RE: Chief sector marshal removed from post after '...
| I can't see anything wrong with Mike Brown's post, he's entitled to his opinion and there's certainly nothing controversial or disparaging in his missive, can this really be the cause of the bother? I... |
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