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


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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.

Sunday, October 9, 2011

That'll do!


That'll do!
Originally uploaded by no1bloke
Managed a win for Graham, good end to the season. Had a nice four second lead at the end of first lap then lost it all when spending quite a lot of time and nearly crashing out on the grass at Graham Hill bend. Managed to hang on to the lead though and keep Dave Heal at bay who came 2nd in his first ICGP outing.

Saturday, October 8, 2011

Oh dear...


Oh dear...
Originally uploaded by no1bloke
Did yesterday on the standard engine, it ran find but we were some 9mph down on Simmo's bike. Graham wanted more speed so a motor swap was done this morning. We were really late out on track for our long track practice tonight almost dark at 17.35hr. Lasted 4 laps before it seized; back on the bench and there is now the stench of midnight oil burning...

Friday, October 7, 2011

Perhaps should have put a fresh tyre on.

It was a bit difficult to keep up Chris who won and Simmo in 2nd but we are happy with 3rd as at least the bike kept going... Practice for the full circuit tomorrow and the second race on Sunday.

Going to be a hot one!


Going to be a hot one!
Originally uploaded by no1bloke
Well Simmo is on pole and I am next up with a 51.956. Then the order is Bishop, Bertin, and Heal within another second behind me. Race is at 16.15.

Fast and furious.


Fast and furious.
Originally uploaded by no1bloke
Do not ever think classic racing is easy. Here at Brands today there is some real quality talent on track. My clutch is slipping due to a small leak from behind the seal. First session sees me 3rd behind Simmo on pole then Chris Bishop with Heal, Hart, Bertin and Carter. Next out at 13.20 check out live timing at www.tsl-timing.com

Wednesday, October 5, 2011

Something a bit inspiring.


Something a bit inspiring.
Originally uploaded by no1bloke
Back at Castle Combe; here today with 'The Bike Experience' - just doing a bit of car park work to make sure everyone is confident and up to speed before we get out on track this afternoon.

Sunday, October 2, 2011

Can't believe it.


Can't believe it.
Originally uploaded by no1bloke
What another gorgeous day at Cadwell. I've coached my client before when he was Suzuki mounted; he's recently changed to a Kawasaki ZX10, and poor old 'Frank' really has his work cut out today.

Friday, September 30, 2011

Shades all round.


Shades all round.
Originally uploaded by no1bloke
It is such a gorgeous day here at Cadwell that both me and my coaching client have had to crack out the sunglasses before 10am. Looks like it's going to be a scorcher!

Sunday, September 25, 2011

2nd overall.


2nd overall.
Originally uploaded by no1bloke
Third place in the race today has given me 2nd overall in the championship.

Saturday, September 24, 2011

First race.


First race.
Originally uploaded by no1bloke
Finished 4th, I'm in a grump and not talking to anyone so I'll put up the full race sketch later.

Qualifying session.


Qualifying session.
Originally uploaded by no1bloke
Just wanted to do an out lap then bank a decent lap and then do a practice start. Much to my surprise I'm on pole with a 2.16-518. With Robbie and Kenny next. Today's race at 5.25pm.

Morning warm up.


Morning warm up.
Originally uploaded by no1bloke
Just having a chin wag about the session. All agreed the track is abrasive yet with no grip somehow. I've changed to an Ohlins after running Ktech all season. Not sure which to go with.