Wednesday, February 29, 2012

I'm pleased to announce...

Action shot: Jamie Morris
I'm pleased to be able to announce that I will be riding the P&H Motorcycles Öhlins Ducati 848 in the Challenge this year. The whole team is focused on providing me with a top flight machine together with the necessary back up and support for us to be able to mount a serious attempt at the Challenge.
After finishing runner up last year, I’m looking forward to concluding some unfinished business.
It looks like there will be a strong field this season with plenty of new riders coming from many different classes and clubs. In addition to existing family and friends riding in the Challenge; apparently after last year’s endeavours, I’ve also inspired a few of my old sparing partners to dust off their leathers, so I look forward to them coming out to play, just can’t wait to start rubbing shoulders - already sharpening the elbows!
The team has already had a ‘shake down’ outing at Cadwell Park; both Matt and Ray worked hard to get the bike ready, and I’m pleased to report that it feels good.
I’m looking forward to some more testing before the opening round at Brands Hatch British Superbike event 6th – 9th April.
Paul Searle, MD of P&H Motorcycles Limited says: “We were looking for a top rider to do our bike justice for our second season in the Ducati 848 challenge race series. However we have done better than we could ever have wished. We are both delighted and honoured that Mike ‘Spike’ Edwards has signed to ride for P&H Öhlins this year.”

Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Donington day.


Donington day.
Originally uploaded by no1bloke
Having a one to one coaching day bit damp and greasy hope it warms and dries up soon.

Sunday, February 26, 2012

Just thinking about stuff


Just thinking about stuff
Originally uploaded by no1bloke
...as I send off my 30th ACU licence application form, I'm reminiscing about all the great times and fab people I've met through the sport. Enjoyed meeting Roland Sands when he came to crash a Harley at Brands - signed his number board for me!

Saturday, February 18, 2012

Brrr, splish, splosh.


Brrr, splish, splosh.
Originally uploaded by no1bloke
Oulton park and my first UK coaching day this year. A bit chilly and wet this morning but brightening up now.

Thursday, February 9, 2012

Update on 848 Challenge Collective


Last week I mailed a select group of contacts to see if they could join up as a Challenge Collective to support me getting on the 848 grid this year.
I’ve had a small response, but to date, not anywhere near enough to ‘make my dream come true’ – but there’s another week to go to try and raise some funds before I decide whether to go for it or not.
If interested in supporting me, you can always bung a nice big cheque in the post to this address – but hey, all donations, no matter how small are most welcome – if you want to securely donate online, simply visit my website at http://www.mike-edwards.net and click on the ‘Financial Support’ link in the middle of the header; or to find out more about my original ‘Challenge Collective’ proposal click here: http://www.mike-edwards.me.uk/2012images/ChallengeCollective.pdf

Saturday, February 4, 2012

What a surprise


What a surprise
Originally uploaded by no1bloke
in Paris for the ICGP dinner prize giving; for my first year and winning from the back row of the grid at Catalunya I've been presented with a trophy as 'rookie of the year'. How fabulous.

Saturday, January 21, 2012

First day done.


First day done.
Originally uploaded by no1bloke
Back at the hotel having a debrief reviewing the onboard video footage of the day.

Friday, January 20, 2012

They say the customer is always right.

Two clients want coaching and they're in Spain. Who am I to argue? Almeria, good to be back!

Thursday, January 12, 2012

all packed and ready.


all packed and ready.
Originally uploaded by no1bloke
We all got a bit cold waiting as the truck was over three hours late for the collection but now 'Frank' is all packed up and ready to start work for the 2012 season. First clients fancy a run round in Spain let's hope it's warmer.

Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Mailing list all done...

Right that's everyone on the mailing list done at last!
If you like your calendar a small donation towards the production and postage, even a couple of quid will help - click here: http://mike-edwards.fsnet.co.uk/e-shop/shopfront.htm.
If you haven't got one and would like one, click the link to reserve yours.

Monday, November 21, 2011

And now the 'fun' begins...

Calendar time! Just starting on the signing, packing and posting...

Friday, November 4, 2011

All cancelled.


All cancelled.
Originally uploaded by no1bloke
The circuit owners simply can not win the battle against nature. The relentless rain has caused mud and debris to be deposited all round the track; as it continues to pour down, they have called it a day offering a couple of replacement days 21st / 22nd May.

Thursday, November 3, 2011

And still it rains.


And still it rains.
Originally uploaded by no1bloke
Officially a local disaster area with land slides even a petrol station fore court has been washed away. I have to say it's the worst weather I have ever witnessed do I need to mention that we've not got out on track?

The rain in Spain


The rain in Spain
Originally uploaded by no1bloke
...falls mainly on Moto Parc Castelloli. With a bit of luck it might brighten up...

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

2012 desk calendar


From some 40 plus photos, we have narrowed the choice to 21 on the short list, if you are on Facebook, click here and help us with the final selection:
Calendar photo choice

Monday, October 17, 2011

Final UK day.


Final UK day.
Originally uploaded by no1bloke
Having a run round Cadwell with a coaching client, it might be a tad chilly but so far it's stayed dry for my last UK track day this year.