Well out of shape during the early morning practice runs over a damp and greasy course - later in the day the sun shone, the course dried out to perfection and my 3 timed runs all showed improvements - running in the 12 second bracket against contemporary GSXR's, R1's etc. 
Given that the 'youngsters' were obviously a bit swift I knew I was up against it but thoroughly enjoyed the outing and spent the the day in the company of both old and new friends, notably absorbing the stories of Steve Tonkin and Chris McGaghan.
Trust Captain Sparkle had as good a day and I must add my thanks to Marshalls North West - well done team!