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Español Accidente de Fiesta! - Almeria September 20th - 23rd

542 posts · Started by fuel · 24 Apr 2012

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Post 1 by fuel,

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Tripod dave and I are thinking about doing Focused Events Almeria track day in September 4 days on track for £445, that price includes the track days, bike transport, and hotel. Flights you sort out your self. For those of you who have never done a euro track day you don't know what your missing!

http://www.focusedevents.com/event_info.asp?ID=2628

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Post 2 by tripoddave,

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I've got some work things to sort out before I can commit but those who want to go can save money by sharing a car although last time I found a car rental company that rents out older cars for next to nothing.
Can't recommend this highly enough for those who haven't been: driest and sunniest corner of Europe and the highlight of my motorcycle year!
Almeria is a technical circuit and rewards people who take the time to learn it properly.
I know people have mixed things to say about Focused Events but they really know how to deliver a foreign track trip plus the tuition is second to none.

Post 3 by KTM666,

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Already booked me and the Mrs (675 'R')

See you there.....as Dave said Great track and gauranteed 4 sunny days on track.....

and with Focused you get 4 day on track .....where every body else gives you only 3 days on track.....if you do 6 european track events ......your seventh is free

Great Hotel and after track social

Post 4 by Ducati Pete,

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FE run really good euro events.

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Post 6 by Schnauzer,

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I tempted, have to revisit in a month or so.

FE Euro events are a lot more chilled than the UK ones. More track time, less idiots and people don't want to get injured 1000s miles away from home. You'll still get a little of the FE briefing lecture (they are heavier than No Limits or Easy Tracks), they are 100% professional though.

What the accommodation like? Hopefully not a half finished gold course 35k's away with no facilities (like Cartagena).

Post 7 by Colonel_Klinck,

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For that price I could be tempted by this. Wonder why its so cheap? Still going to be so hot that no one will be able to stay in leather for more than 20 mins?

Post 8 by Ducati Pete,

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The circuit is cheap as chips to hire.

I would bet that it's cheaper per day than Mallory in January!

Before the Euro exchange rate stung us, even places like Jerez were suprisingly cheap.

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Post 10 by Ducati Pete,

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Am I correct in thinking that the circuit is at a fair altitude?

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Post 12 by tripoddave,

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Post 13 by Colonel_Klinck,

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I did Cartagena with FE a couple of years ago. Was hardly anyone there. A few kids on 125s that were going round the outside of all of us We had Guy Martin there for best part of a day playing on a BMW I think. The whole thing ended up as open pit lane for the 3 days. Was a good laugh. Schnauzer, myself, Motoronin and Monty went off here.

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Post 15 by Ducati Pete,

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It's a bit cheeky that Fuel uses a picture from Parc Algar in the OP!

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Post 17 by tripoddave,

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Point Taken.
Here are a couple from Almeria Feb 2011

Simon Crafar with snowy mountain backdrop
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Turn in at the bottom of the start/finish straight
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Exit onto back straight
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Post 18 by KTM666,

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This is March 2011
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The Rest were taken September 2011
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This is the Hotel they stay at ...all rooms look on to swiming pool /sea
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The track is in the mountains ...so there is a breez at that time of year

Post 19 by tripoddave,

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Great pics!

Post 20 by Colonel_Klinck,

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The more I look at this the better it seems. Might even stay on for a few days and lie on the beach smoking fatties and drinking beer. Perfect!

Post 21 by tripoddave,

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We could always do a couple of days off road at the end?
The Sierra Nevada is a dirtbike playground - its where the Spaghetti Westerns were filmed that made Clint Eastwood famous.

Post 22 by KTM666,

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Dave

Thats Neil Hodson ...not Simon...

Post 23 by tripoddave,

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Post 24 by fuel,

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Well TripodDave and I are booked on this now, anyone else fancy it?

Post 25 by tripoddave,

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Only 2 places left: lets make them Superdukes!!!!!!!!!

Post 26 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Only 2 left! Shit that has sold out quickly. Hmm will sleep on it and make a decision tomorrow.

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Post 28 by CEREC1,

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Post 30 by CEREC1,

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Booked it anyway. Web site said it was the last place

Post 31 by fuel,

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Post 33 by KTM666,

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Here you are


Focused Events Townhouse Farm, Coolham Road, Thakeham, West Sussex RH20 3EW

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Post 36 by tripoddave,

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Cerec - if there's any way in which deliver your bike let me know.

Can we see a show of hands here: who's coming?

Fuel
Cerec
KTM666 and better half
TripodDave
Tim Clark (mate of mine on his ZX10R) [666 will remember him - he was the guy who forgot his keys!!!]
anyone else?

Post 37 by tripoddave,

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At the moment I'm planning to stay an extra day and get some riding in in the Sierra Nevada on KTM 450s
£150for the day with FE
Anyone up for that?

Share a car/people carrier?
Also planning to maybe go from Bournmouth with Ryan Air (£88) happy to share transport down and parking costs

Post 38 by KTM666,

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Dave was that Tim Clarke with the 750 Kawasaki?

Post 39 by SDNerd,

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Any idea on cost to ship an SD there and back?

That looks like it would be great track to hammer a SD on.

Post 40 by fuel,

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Its gonig to be like a Mini Crashfest, but with more sun

Post 41 by blb,

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I hate you all, seriously jealous. Just can't get time off in September. career suicide to have holiday in September as car salesman.

maybe next year...

Post 42 by KTM666,

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Book round two in the new year .....

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Post 44 by CEREC1,

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Is it really sold out now or just FE marketing hype? Nice to get some more SD's on the trip.

Post 45 by tripoddave,

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Post 46 by KTM666,

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FE Still showing 8 places .......so still time for 'Naked in the Sun'

not tempting fate with Crash Fest.........

Post 47 by tripoddave,

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Post 48 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Yeah its showing 8 places again lol. Typical FE. Will have to make my mind up soon though.

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Post 51 by tripoddave,

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Post 53 by CEREC1,

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East Midlands looks fair in as much as its on the doorstep for yourself and Fuel. I might look at getting my bike dropped off at somewhere close or maybe hire a van and drive up. Bournmouth is a bit of a trek for you midlanders!

Post 54 by fuel,

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I'm cool with the east midlands one, Wednesday to Monday. Might be worth waiting a few days though as monarch launch their new flights from East midlands to Spain on the 18th may.

Post 55 by KTM666,

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Dave it might be tempting fate...doing off road riding before!!!!

As Dave said .....Its worth adding a few days .....to chill out...we tend to make it up as we go and stay where we fancey...always cheaper in the hotels to book when you are out there and flights are cheaper mid week....and you will be Knackered after 4 days ......the 'Apres Track' can be hard going.....loads of great restraunts within walking distance of hotel (great Value)....and everybody meets for drinks at the bar in the evening to take the piss and re-live the day before going on to eat......fantastic time........After the first day its like one big family with EVERYBODY helping each other...without being asked.....you will wonder why you ever did a UK track day ....no comparison

Post 56 by CEREC1,

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When do FE need the bikes to transport them?
Nick, where do you fly from and how do you get your 2 bikes to FE base?

Post 57 by fuel,

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Its normally the Saturday before by 12.00. The cannock drop off is any time Monday to Friday, Saturdays by appointment, I suspect the last day there (cannock) is the Friday before.

Post 58 by KTM666,

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We usually fly from Bristol to Murcia (Bourmouth very good price ....but a real pain for me.....Birmingham is quicker )

We hire a Van (3 bikes+ kit bags and tool box, wheel stands, tyres) its £50.00

You can take


1. Your Motorcycle.

2. Leathers, helmet, boots and gloves in a holdall weighing no more than 15kg.

3. One sealed plastic/metal storage box, no bigger than 1x1x2 ft, which can contain tools, tyre warmers etc weighing no more than 13kg.

4. One set of paddock stands.

5. One set of tyres or one set of wheels per bike. Any extras will be charged at £10 per wheel or tyre.


All the above are approx.....most people are above these...and nothing is said......(but within reason...as long as they can comfortably lift it...they will load it).....

We were loading last year talking to Kevin (the boss) and the Focused Guys and this chap came trundling accross the loading area pushing a fully loaded 4ft high 'Snap On' Tool chest on wheels .......er we all fell about laughing .....and he was serious

Dont panic ......if you are stuck we will sort someting out.....

Post 59 by CEREC1,

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Post 60 by KTM666,

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FE Base as this is the Saturday before we go (Normally but this maybe a bit tight as first day on track is Thursday) so its the least time off the road for the SD

Post 61 by CEREC1,

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Post 62 by KTM666,

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Post 63 by CEREC1,

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Post 64 by Ducati Pete,

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I am unable to attend out of respect for car salesmen.

Post 65 by blb,

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Post 66 by Ducati Pete,

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Solidarity Brother!

Post 67 by Ducati Pete,

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BTW - how long does it take to get to the circuit from the hotel in the AM?

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Post 69 by blb,

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Post 70 by Ducati Pete,

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I was asking about Almeria, just out of interest.

I am always nice to BLB.

Post 71 by KTM666,

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Pete

35-40min depending how you drive....

Post 72 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 73 by Ducati Pete,

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This trip would suit Stupid Luke.

Remember he thought all Spanish TD's were £400 and included a all-you-can-eat pussy buffet?

Luke, come in dude!

Post 74 by tripoddave,

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Post 75 by CEREC1,

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It's a family outing now. My little boy ( well he's 31) is signed up to join us on his ZX6R. That's my boy . He's near Dave and Fuel in Long Eaton.
This trip gets better all the time.

Post 76 by CEREC1,

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Forgot to mention. Now Neil has booked there are 9 places left
They really are a bunch of lying gits

Post 77 by KTM666,

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Post 79 by Ducati Pete,

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While what KTM666 said is true, I know for a fact they don't release all the spaces onto the booking site at once.

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Post 81 by tripoddave,

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Nigel reminded me yesterday that Monarch announce their flights from EMids to Murcia on Friday so I'll be holding off booking flights until we see their schedule and prices.

Post 82 by CEREC1,

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Post 83 by tripoddave,

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Will do.
Its the timing as well as the cost that's important but will keep you informed.
I take your son will be taking his bike to Cannock?

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Post 85 by fuel,

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Post 86 by tripoddave,

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Flights booked.
East Mids - Alicante
Out: Wed 19th September 15:10 arrive Alicante 18:40
Ret: Mon 24th September 19:40 arrive EMids 21:30

Booked seats on last row.

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Post 88 by tripoddave,

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Excellent!

Post 89 by CEREC1,

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I'm still trying to sort out how to get my bike and gear to FE pick up. Cannock is closer I think. Seems like I will end up hiring a van. Drop it off and drive home again.
Flying from Bristol looks favourite.
What in the way of tools should I take?
First overseas TD.

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Post 91 by Colonel_Klinck,

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I'm so damn tempted to book this

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Post 94 by Colonel_Klinck,

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It rings a bell. Can't for the life of me remember what is was though

Bikram can get damned addictive can't it. Killer in the sudden onset of summer. Was next level hot in there tonight but it did make it up near 28c in central london today.

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Post 97 by tripoddave,

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Yes, I've used Bendix. The race pads are fantastic.
I would rate them as the second best pads I've used on the Superduke. The best were Brembo but as they are almost 3 times as much Bendix seem like the best bet.

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Post 99 by Colonel_Klinck,

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I love EBC brake pads. Fan stopping power and work well on road and track. Not cheap but stopping a bike is just as important as getting the thing going.

Post 100 by tripoddave,

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Post 101 by CEREC1,

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Sounds like the. Best idea. Where do you get your Bendix pads?

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Post 105 by tripoddave,

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Car hire.
I've been looking at car hire from Almeria Wed - Mon
I've got Citroen Berlingo for £170
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Citroen Grand Picasso for £214
That works out at £34 each and £43 each (plus a bit for each additional named driver I imagine)
That's for 5 people:
Nigel,
Mike,
Mike's son,
Tim Clark (ZX10R)
Meee!

Post 106 by fuel,

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I'll go with ever is the biggest!

Post 107 by tripoddave,

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Citroen Grand Picassa has now been booked and deposit paid.

Post 108 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Will I be able to squeeze in the boot if I book this

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Post 113 by Schnauzer,

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I'm up for this, just need to remember where the SDs parked

Who's actually booked?

Post 114 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Ok add me to the list guys. Booked

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Post 116 by KTM666,

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Think there more than six---Add names let see

KTM666
Mrs KTM666

Post 117 by Colonel_Klinck,

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KTM666
Mrs KTM666
Colonel_Klinck


No I will be probably be flying out of Stansted

Post 118 by BASH69,

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Cant you guys all email each other privatley instead of keep showing off in front of those who dont have a fookin chance of doing nice sunny dry trackdays

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Post 123 by Ducati Pete,

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I may have to give this some serious consideration.

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Post 128 by CEREC1,

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Flights now booked for me and #1 son. Sitting at the back with Dave and Nigel. No misbehaving boys. Just like an old school trip

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Post 132 by KTM666,

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....Pete you have booked ?

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Post 134 by Colonel_Klinck,

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So where are we at now then


KTM666
Mrs KTM666
Tripodave
Fuel
Cerc1
Brokenlegbiker
Colonel_Klinck
Schnauzer
Ducati Pete
Have I missed anyone??

This really has turned into a Spanish Crashfest or as our latin cousins would say Español Accidente de Fiesta

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Post 138 by Ducati Pete,

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Well played Sir!

I'm going down into the garage now to put aside 2 decent pairs of tyres.

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Post 141 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Opps sorry dude I did flick through the thread but missed that post

So

KTM666
Mrs KTM666
Tripodave
Fuel
Cerc1
Cerc1 No 1 son
Colonel_Klinck
Schnauzer
Ducati Pete

Post 142 by CEREC1,

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So will we need tyre warmers? I know it should be hot out there but I guess as I get used to the track over 4 days I should be up to some sort of speed pretty quickly.
If we take electrical stuff can we plug it into Spanish power supplies?

Post 143 by Ducati Pete,

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Post 144 by KTM666,

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Yes you will need warmers (if you have them) you get about 8 laps per session .....so the fewer taken warming up the better

As half of the track is very flowing ...one corner leads to another and there are 3 completly blind crests ....its harder to learn than you think....

All you need is adaptor plug...there are enough power points

...to be fair though ....dependant on tyres 1 and bit laps ...and leaving the bike in the sun helps

Post 145 by Ducati Pete,

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On the first lap you'll look behind and find us all line astern behind you!

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Post 148 by Ducati Pete,

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Name / website for hotel please!

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Post 150 by Ducati Pete,

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BTW - I'd been waiting for a chance to use that epic "I'm IN" gif!

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Post 155 by Ducati Pete,

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Thanks 666.
I assume you will take the sd and not the R1?



As no doubt the timing transponders will split us up from day 2, will we all sign on in inters for the first day?

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Post 157 by fuel,

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I'm in inters too.

Be pretty cool to get all the SD's blasting round together even if only for a morning. What is the collective noun for a group of Superdukes, maybe we should be the same as crows, and have a murder of Superdukes

Post 158 by KTM666,

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Here is mrs ktm666 doing 2.04min lap and getting both knees down......and later Neil Hodgeson showing me where I should be .....



The straight is 0.09km long so we get mullered .....but the rest of the track is fast and flowing ...and the SD is as good as anything around there .......

Post 159 by Ducati Pete,

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Parc Algar has that motorway simulation main straight - it just takes the piss, but the rest of the track is superduke heaven.

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Post 163 by Schnauzer,

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What are you guy seeing in terms of flight costs for Almeria? Easyjet is saying £61 out and £116 return leg. Seems a little pricey!

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Post 165 by tripoddave,

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Chr1st! I turn my back for a few seconds and all this happens!
Love the new title!!

I think the list should read:
KTM666
Mrs KTM666
Tripodave
Fuel
Cerc1
Cerec's son
Colonel_Klinck
Schnauzer
Ducati Pete
ZX10 Tim (Tim Clark is a mate of mine)

+1 on the tyre warmers.

I shall pack with my bike:
2 sets of D211 (SC2 front and Endurance rear)
one set on the bike and one on a spr set wheels.
tool box
oil
fuel jug (one jug full = approx 1 session)
reel extension cable
extension block
tyre warmers
Leathers, boots, gloves
clothes for the week
deck chair!
anything else?

I'm assuming it would be good if we could take over a garage all to ourselves? Perhaps when the FE office is open next week I could have a chat to see if we can get them to dump our gear into one pre-selected garage maybe by having our own Superduke.net additional tags?
If we are all keen I could make inquiries?
Then all we have to do is get down there early and get as many SDs into our space as possible before we are inundated.

Post 166 by CEREC1,

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Dave
Poor BLB isn't coming with us but seeing his name will just increase his pain! Do you want to edit it out before he reads this post
Is it deliberate that you are not packing your crash helmet with all your gear? It is a worry that some ham fisted individual might not be that careful loading all our stuff.

Post 167 by KTM666,

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KTM666
Mrs KTM666
Tripodave
Fuel
Cerc1
Cerec's son
Colonel_Klinck
Schnauzer
Ducati Pete
ZX10 Tim (Tim Clark is a mate of mine)
Dave Ducati
Steve Fireblade


I shall pack with my bike:
2 sets of D211 (SOFT front and Endurance rear) You will only need one front
one set on the bike and one on a spare set wheels.
tool box
oil
fuel jug (one jug full = approx 1 session)
reel extension cable
extension block
tyre warmers
Leathers, boots, gloves (Spare Gloves...to allow the others to dry out)
clothes for the week
deck chair!
Helmet
KEYS
Sun tan cream
Shades
Set of Pro Skins ....(really keeps you cool...and your leathers dry)
Shaving Kit ...and anything liquid ....within reason (You can then just take hand luggage on plane... )
anything else

Post 168 by tripoddave,

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Post 169 by KTM666,

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Just put this on You Tube...the last session I did with Neil Hodgeson last September....my best laps I have on Gopro on the SD



Roll on September I cannot wait

Post 170 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Don't forget to add paddock stands to that list guys

Post 171 by KTM666,

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...er and Bike

Post 172 by tripoddave,

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KTM666
Mrs KTM666
Tripodave
Fuel
Cerc1
Cerec's son
Colonel_Klinck
Schnauzer
Ducati Pete
ZX10 Tim (Tim Clark is a mate of mine)
Dave Ducati
Steve Fireblade


I shall pack with my :
2 sets of D211 (SOFT front and Endurance rear) You will only need one front
one set on the bike and one on a spare set wheels.
tool box
oil
fuel jug (one jug full = approx 1 session)
reel extension cable
extension block
tyre warmers
front and rear paddock stands
Leathers, boots, gloves (Spare Gloves...to allow the others to dry out)
clothes for the week
deck chair!
Helmet
KEYS = a very good point as one of our group forgot his keys one year!
Sun tan cream
Shades
[b]Hat (especially important for those of us with zero head hair)
Set of Pro Skins ....(really keeps you cool...and your leathers dry)[/b]
Shaving Kit ...and anything liquid ....within reason (You can then just take hand luggage on plane... )
anything else?

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Post 176 by Ducati Pete,

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I will be taking my WOWs. Not because I think I'll need the wets, but I was left scratching my arse for 2.5 days at Jerez last year after that prick rammed me because I didn't have a spare wheel.

Post 177 by Schnauzer,

#177
Flights booked. There's not much choice from either EasyJet or Ryan around those dates.
London Gatwick (South Terminal) to Almeria, Dep 19 September 2012 05:50, Arr 19 September 2012 09:35, Flight 5163
Almeria to London Gatwick (South Terminal), Dep 24 September 2012 10:05, Arr 24 September 2012 11:50, Flight 5164

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Post 180 by CEREC1,

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If you are happy to ring FE I'm sure the guys would appreciate it. Hope they have a kettle. I see no mention of proper tea bags on the list of essential kit

Post 181 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 182 by fuel,

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+1 on ringing FE Dave.

Post 183 by CEREC1,

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Post 184 by tripoddave,

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Due to the fact that I've started a new job holiday is awarded on a time served basis so I can't really afford to take the Monday off so I'm going to change my flight home to Sunday night.
Given that the car I've booked is a little over subscribed I guess the best option will be for me to get another car which means that someone will have to take on the existing booking or book a group car from scratch (might be simplest) and I'll modify my existing booking.
It goes without saying that anyone who wants a lift on Wednesday is welcome (FOC of course) and again if anyone wants to change to Sunday evening they are welcome to share as well.

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Post 187 by KTM666,

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Post 188 by CEREC1,

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This trip is turning out to be the meet of the year

Post 189 by tripoddave,

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Post 190 by fuel,

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I take this Wayne is someone cool then?

Post 191 by tripoddave,

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I'm calling FE first thing in the morning and booking Friday with him.

Post 192 by CEREC1,

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Post 193 by tripoddave,

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Who knows!
All I know is: I've booked Wayne Gardner for day 2.
I'm gonna say that again! I've booked Wayne Gardner for day 2.
That's an actual 500cc world champion.
Not just any old world champion: a world champion from the 'golden era' of 500cc motorcycle racing.
He raced and won against Lawson, Spencer, Rainey, Schwants, etc.
Man, I can still see him light his Honda up all the way up the hill at Donington the year he retired. The bike warbling, twitching and sliding and leaving massive black lines. Just writing this is making the hairs on the back of my neck stand up.
I wonder if I've still got my Rothmans jacket in the loft?

Post 194 by fuel,

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Post 196 by KTM666,

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Is this the one.....

Post 197 by CEREC1,

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Post 199 by KTM666,

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This is the best I could find

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Post 201 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Guys I've not been following this thread for the last few days. Where are we at vehicle hire wise?

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Post 203 by fuel,

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Yep who wants to share a car?

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Post 205 by Colonel_Klinck,

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I need to please and I would imagine Schnauzer does too.

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Post 207 by CEREC1,

#207
Sounds like we will need a Crashfest in the sun banner

Post 208 by tripoddave,

#208
I'm thinking we will need Crashfest team shirts.
Send me your sizes.

Post 209 by CEREC1,

#209
2 mediums for dad and son

Post 210 by Colonel_Klinck,

#210
Large here Dave

Post 211 by KTM666,

#211
Medium and a Small TA

Post 212 by fuel,

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Medium for me too!

Post 213 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 215 by CEREC1,

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Are we all flying into Alicante?[/quote]
Myself and son are booked on your flights both ways

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Post 217 by Ducati Pete,

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I'm going into Almeria airport.

I will sort out my own car.
Of course I will be happy to give anyone a lift during our stay.

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Post 219 by Ducati Pete,

#219
Gatwick South on Easy Jet

Post 220 by Schnauzer,

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"We few, we lucky few, we band of merry crashers" - Almeria is fully booked olay olay olao olao ola ola lal la

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Post 222 by Ducati Pete,

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Do we have to do that little dance every morning in pit lane?

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Post 224 by tripoddave,

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Shirt sizes:
fuel: M
KTM666: M & S
The Colonel: L
Cerec1 and 2: M&M
Schnauzer: ?
DP?
Tripod: FB*

*Fat Bastard

Have I missed anyone?
Schnauzer and DP fill yours in please and I'll get the boil, sorry ball running for our personalized Marita shirts.

Post 225 by Ducati Pete,

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El Medio for me please.

Post 227 by motoronin,

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I'm in...el bookedo!!! Large T-shirt for me please Dave.

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Post 231 by fuel,

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That's my balance paid!!!!

You should have all received your info packs from Focused by now, if not get on the phone to them, balance has to paid by Friday (27th)

Post 232 by tripoddave,

#232
I'm all paid up too.
Pickup from Donington: anyone else?

Bought a 2nd set of Dunlops to change to while I'm there.
Booked Wayne Gardner for day 2
Debating as to whether to pay single room supplement as its hardly fair to inflict myself on anyone that isn't profoundly deaf (I snore just a little bit)

Post 233 by fuel,

#233
I've gone for the donny pick up as well, and I've gone single as well.

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Post 235 by Colonel_Klinck,

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I did notice that FE only includes 19th-22nd at the hotel. I guess I need to book an additional night there as we fly back on the 24th.

Post 236 by Ducati Pete,

#236
I've not received shit yet!

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Post 238 by Colonel_Klinck,

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I had to ring them to get the pack emailed They did send it right over as soon as I spoke to them. They want it back by Friday so they are leaving it pretty late.

Post 239 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Guys check your bank statements. I paid £200 back on June 1st. Today they have taken another £545 from my account. Not sure where the fook £545 came from as the trip is £445 and I asked for an addition hotel night which makes £490 total, minus £200 already paid. When they open at 9am they will be getting a slightly irritated call

Post 240 by Millar,

#240
Hellooo sir, yes, sir we can arrange for a fantastic trip for you and your motorbicycle. All we need is your bank account details.......


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Post 244 by tripoddave,

#244
Sorry to hear about Motoronnin.

Just about to place order for team wear so just one last sanity check:
KTM 666: Small & Medium
fuel, cerec1&2, DP : Mediums all
The Colonel: L
Schnauzer: XL
Me: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXL

Have I forgotten anyone?

Post 245 by CEREC1,

#245
Just called FE cos I've heard nothing since sending back the paper work. Seems the girl who was dealing with everything has left. They are a bit behind but reassured me all is in hand.
Not convinced that they are very slick but KTM666 seems to have trusted them in the past.

Post 246 by tripoddave,

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I'm with you on this. They've normally been very good but they haven't taken the money from my card yet. I keep phoning but no-one seems to know anything.
Little bit of a concern.

Post 247 by fuel,

#247
The last time i went with them on a Euro trip they were a little lackadaisical, but it was all fine in the end! Ain't long now 5 weeks!!!

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Post 249 by Colonel_Klinck,

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They haven't got a clue what's going on. They took my money twice! Ronin is trying to get a refund after his crash and even though it's stated in their T&C that you can get a refund up to 10 days before the event, they are fobbing him off day after day with "we'll call you back"

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Post 251 by Viking,

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Dan, be sure to post it on TDR. They'll cream their pants over an FE balls up of this magnatude

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Post 254 by Sabre,

#254
Good on yer Dan Give em hell untill they refund ya

Post 255 by Ducati Pete,

#255
Guys, when we're out there, ask me what happened when I couldn't make it to Jerez because my superduke was being a cutting out/ poor fuelling spastic.

Post 256 by motoronin,

#256
Right , I've got an Easyjet flight and four days on track (3 nights in a hotel, you'll have to fork out for one more night) at Almeria, flying from Gatwick on the 19th and returning on the morning of the 24th September, with Focused Events going for £500 (plus 15% admin feen for name swap, £68) it's a bargain. PM me. The reason it's so cheap is I can't go, having crashed at Cadwell.

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Post 258 by Ducati Pete,

#258
I hope stupid luke sees this - we need him there!

Post 259 by motoronin,

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I've just responded to an utter pack of lies from Kev at FE on 'Track day riders', as soon as I did the thread was locked down and apart from telling FE they were lying out of their arse I was pretty restrained...

He wrote, that I'd said I had a broken leg and that he'd offered me the 15% name change fee. Utter bloody lies, here's the email I sent 10/08/12 at 10:41..

Dear Sir/Madam, having telephoned three times in the past two days I'm becoming increasingly concerned that I have heard nothing from you regarding my refund. I had a bad crash at Cadwell Park going into Coppice and have torn a number of tendons in my right hand, fortunately a trip to A&E shows nothing broken. I simply cannot afford to fix the bike and make it to your event at Almeria for the 20-3/09/12, this is clearly a huge disappointment to me which is being exasipated by your inability to confirm I'm being refunded, it clearly states in your T&Cs "Please note that we are unable to offer refunds, transfers or cancellations within ten days of the event." From first notice of me being unable to attend, it will be seven weeks to the event. I don't see why this even needs to be referred to a manager and I don't wish to be credited for future track days as I need the money to repair my bike. I eagerly await your response. Regards, Dan Watson.

Post 260 by Colonel_Klinck,

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http://www.trackdayriders.co.uk/tdr/for ... 29837.html

Kev really is a twat. Ronin can be a chopsy fecker (when pissed) but I will never believe he told them he had a broken leg. Posting lies like that is bang out of order.

Have to salute you for yet another locked down thread though bud You are the lock down king!

(although its now open again)

Post 261 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 262 by motoronin,

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This got locked..

Dear All

Obviously we see all the stuff floating around here, and there is obviously an undercurrent from one or two individuals on here, some who don’t accept that they cannot get their way all the time, and when that happens they are going to try to damage our business through their anger. Its not as if we have not tried to be reasonable with one or two of these incidents because we have, but our idea of trying to find middle ground is not acceptable to them, because they are not getting what they want completely, and it has to be said that sometimes we cannot offer middle ground as its just not acceptable as to what is being asked. Believe me, when i say to you all, that we are not trying to upset people and indeed from our point of view 95% of our customers are having a great time on our events. What i will accept is that our admin team, have not being doing a great job of late, and this is something we are working at now, to change and to solve. We know that confirmations have not been sent out on time, we know that sometimes we have riders that are not on the lists, and we do solve those problems on the days, however for these problems we do apologise and you can be assured that we are doing our very best here to solve these issues.

But its also plainly obvious to us that there are one or two individuals on this site that are determined to continually moan, complain and get back on the Bash FE bandwagon at every opportunity. Of course, there are plenty of pro-FE posts that come out and defend us, and thankyou guys for that. But its interesting to see in the Trackday reports section, no posts when we run good events and there have been plenty of them lately. The one that was recent was Donington, last Monday. One red flag all day and with a full house, and despite some saying we don’t deal with issues, i personally removed one of the Buildbase riders at 12pm, when he broke pitlane exit rules by wheeling out the pitlane and then ignored 4 black flags. Please remember that FE is a appointed supplier of BMW UK, but the rules are the rules. Silverstone the week before, 1 red flag, and hardly a peep on here. Mallorys’s no reds, Cadwells, 1 red, Dony a couple of weeks ago, 1 red, and yet no mention. I’m sure you can see my thought process here. From my point of view, there are one or two contributors here that have a very different sub menu actually going on. We do not normally post here, as to be honest its very easy to put something up here, and then be shot down by lies, because, “its there in print.....it must be true !”


So this is about me, utter fooking BULLSHIT!!!!
Which leads me to this gentleman. In the future trackdays section “Focused Events”

This particular customer approached our offices some time ago when this event was actually marked full. He pleaded with us over a couple of weeks to get him on, and we were also getting asked by one or two other customers as well. So we looked at the event again, moved some logistics around and solved the problem. Well we were the best thing since sliced bread....this gentlemans best TDO ! . And then in the last week, we get a call from him, telling us that “HE HAD BROKE HIS LEG !” (on here no mention of that injury, infact described as something else) and we absolutely did not and could not check to see if he crashed, why would we ! Sorry but we did return to the Ts and Cs. But we offered to wave the admin charge if he sold it to someone else to help (and i have been informed he is now trying to sell the event on here in another section with the admin fee included !).....so where are we now. Well i have come out to say something . At FE we always work hard to try to bring you all great events at realistic prices, but realistic means that we are always running at 100% and unfortunately every now and again (and more often than normal lately) mistakes are made. I know people sometimes find me grumpy or even offensive at times. Sometimes thats because i am flat out trying to keep the day going and delivering your day, and sometimes its because i wear my heart on my sleeve (foolishly at times) and speak my mind when i think something is unreasonable.

Post 263 by motoronin,

#263
And my response...

I'm assuming that you're talking about me and you're doing so with bare faced lies.
I did not plead with you over weeks, it was one phone call to see if it was full and whether it was possible to come. As for moving things about? C'mon, you told me that the event wasn't full, it's the trucks going down, my bike would have to go on an earlier truck and come back on a later one and that you would send me details of where I had to take my bike and when, which incidentally, you never did. As for the best TDO, I was pleased that I could come but never said anything of the sort, of course I expressed delight that there was room, I've been looking forward to it.
Now as for the report that I'd broken my leg? Bullsh*t, utter bullsh*t, I thought I'd broken my middle knuckle on my middle finger and said as much and was most certainly told by one of your staff that you would check, I later that day, when I had time, went to A&E and had it x-rayed, I then informed you it wasn't a break but torn tendons and stated that it was not being able to fix the bike AND go to Almeria, that was my main reason for not going and lying to cover your arse won't help you.
As for the fact that you offered to waive the 15% fee, once again, lies. Apart from me telephoning almost everyday and sending two emails, I received no offer of ANYTHING until a generic email yesterday notifying everyone of their T&C's which had been suspiciously updated and an email at 0120 this morning. Nothing, not a squeak, from Wednesday last week and most of this, too busy to talk to me, apparently. No wonder I'm pissed off, being fobbed off is never pleasant and now I'm having to defend myself against a pack of bloody lies.
I'm offering a £245 flight and your £455 track day for £500, so I can fix my bike, I don't think whoever buys it paying the admin fee is too terrible as they're getting a bargain, the bonus for me though is never having to have anything to do with any of you again. To make me sound petulant, to make it sound that I'm the unreasonable one after chasing you for an answer, for an entire week, you really are the lowest of the low. You couldn't even be arsed to speak to me and you have the cheek to paint me as unreasonable!! LOL!
Just know that you will never get a penny from me, not even if Rossi was doing free instruction and there were Moto GP bikes for everyone to ride, anyone I can, I will tell them what utter charlatans you are and should you other Track day enthusiasts book with FE and get shafted, you only have yourselves to blame, as have I, because I've been warned by so many other people before, and I didn't listen...

Post 264 by motoronin,

#264
Plus now I'm barred, you want to read their sanctimonious bullshit ffs...

On an unbelievably amazing note. Two mods Steve C and a Dozi, offered me the chance to take their one of their bikes to Almeria. Two blokes I've never met..
That truly is astonishing and I'm humbled by their generosity, well, gobsmacked to be fair..

Unfortunately I can't take them up on the offer as riding, well crashing, someone else's bike is enough to put me in a cold sweat but the simple fact is I need to get my bike fixed and my hand still hurts like a bastard, with enough Tramadol I'm sure I'll be able to hold a pint for tomorrow, as for FE, the longer we let them treat us like shit, the longer they will...

Post 265 by motoronin,

#265
C'mo folks, get on there and let 'em know how you feel... I can't..

Post 266 by KTM666,

#266
F*"k it just go...its 4 weeks away

The Adrenalin will get you through ...its a great track and you will be gutted if you miss it

Post 267 by Schnauzer,

#267
Anyone know the name of the Hotel? Focused Events are refusing to release the name, claiming they haven't booked one yet.

Post 268 by fuel,

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Post 269 by KTM666,

#269
Sure is

Post 270 by Ducati Pete,

#270
I hope I can get home to sort a few things out on the bike.

This may be my last trackday BTW.

Post 271 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 273 by CEREC1,

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Post 274 by Ducati Pete,

#274
LOL - I wish.

Post 275 by CEREC1,

#275
So some advice please from those who have done Almeria before.
What's the best gearing for this circuit? I know it's a compromise but I'm wondering if I should take a change of rear sprocket. I've got a spare rear carrier so just switching the rear would be easy. Running 16/40 at the moment.

Post 276 by KTM666,

#276
you will be hitting 144mph down the back straight....so 16 40 would be fine but it is in between gears around some bends ...I preferred 16 37 (I have 16 38 now as raised rev limiter)

Post 277 by CEREC1,

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Post 278 by Ducati Pete,

#278
I can't remember if we have discussed what plug types we need for tyre warmers?

Post 279 by Ducati Pete,

#279
I'm in Croatia now and it's wetting my appetite for sunny weather!

Post 280 by CEREC1,

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Post 281 by KTM666,

#281
Southern European twin pin socket converter (Standard Spanish Socket) ......(you can buy in Almeria for about £ 1.60) loads about

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Post 283 by tripoddave,

#283
I thought I'd take an extension lead and a multi plug: people are welcome to share all my spare sockets.
Perhaps we should all do this otherwise its easy to run out of power?

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Post 285 by tripoddave,

#285
For those who are going:
i have spoken to Lesley and she says she can get the truck guys to unpack us into the same garage.
For those who want to share a garage please give me your real names - or at least the names you used when booking and we'll see if they can sort it out for us.
Its bound to be chaos but it could be fun!
If you don't want everyone to know the person behind the mask/legend as it were you could PM me.
Anyway let me know asap as Donington colletcion day is next Sat and I imagine it will be too hard to organise after that!!

Post 286 by fuel,

#286
You know my name. I'll share.

Post 287 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 288 by tripoddave,

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Post 289 by Colonel_Klinck,

#289
Chris doesn't ride a SD dude so he won't be needing a shirt.

Post 290 by Ducati Pete,

#290
Real name Quinton Razzamataz Simpleton (the 3rd)

Post 291 by Ducati Pete,

#291
But I always use Pete Dyer when I book with Focus due to character number restrictions on their booking page.

Post 292 by Ducati Pete,

#292
It had been my intention to offer Dan the entire spares lump I have, tanks, subframe - zorst parts. - He could of borrowed them till he replaced his stuff.

However, I quickly realised it wasn't going anywhere as I've hardly been home and had no way to get them to Dan. I'm in the middle East right now and hope to be back before Friday so I can mod my throttle housing and get the bike to Focused.

Post 293 by tripoddave,

#293
I've just spoken to Barry and he is convinced your name is Hugh Jampton Quinton Razzamataz Simpleton Gimp III

Post 294 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 296 by Colonel_Klinck,

#296
I believe Dan got it all sorted yesterday Dave.

Bring on the 19th!

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Post 298 by Colonel_Klinck,

#298
Ok just texted Chris with that.

Post 299 by CEREC1,

#299
Has anybody officially been told the exact drop off point and time for Saturday for the bikes and kit? I've heard sod all
I'm on holiday until this Friday and will have to drive up on Saturday with no idea of a timetable.
Am I the only FE are not talking to

Post 300 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 301 by fuel,

#301
We're using the Donny drop off Craig. They did say last week that all the drop of info would be going out early this week.

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Post 304 by tripoddave,

#304
For those of you doing the drop off at Donington on Saturday 8th I got through to Linda today and she told me that drop off will be 2-3pm (or maybe 2:30-3:30 it was a bad line)
I told her no-one else had got any info and that she had told me earlier in the week that it was 9am.
She reconfirmed the afternoon time and said that she would send out the emails to everyone.
Don't know about anyone else but I haven't got anything.
FE website is down for maintenance which might explain why no emails I suppose.
All those dropping off on Sat at Donington: I look fwd to seeing you there and the rest of you in a fortnight.

Post 305 by CEREC1,

#305
They really are looking like a bunch of amateurs at the moment. Let's just hope when we get out to Almeria then pull their fingers out

Post 306 by tripoddave,

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Post 307 by KTM666,

#307
New staff and new web site (4th September).......it has always been silky smooth

Post 308 by stalker,

#308
HOPE THIS WORKS OUT FOR YOU GUYS

also glad i didnt book

Post 309 by Colonel_Klinck,

#309
I'm sure it will run as smoothly as their UK days. They are douche bags but I'm really looking forward to 4 sunny days on track

Post 310 by Schnauzer,

#310
Yeah, ditch the negative vibes doods and get with the positive energy of sun, sun, sun, bikes, track, fumes, rubber and banter. By the end of the first day you'll be so high there'll be a fight for the first one offering Kevie a reach around And the cherry to top it all off, is pure unadulterated Essex Cherry A few of us that are flying out on the Monday have booked Hotel Almeria Clap Trap, just 150 meters from Almeria town shore front, guaranteed chocka full of pissed Brit shazzers

Post 311 by fuel,

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Post 315 by Ducati Pete,

#315
I've only just realised, has anyone had confirmation that the hotel is the one that was posted in this thread?

Post 316 by CEREC1,

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Post 317 by tripoddave,

#317
I'll double check.
I, too, have assumed it is the same one.

While I'm at it: Fuel, Cerec, son of Cerec and ytly about to load our bolides onto the truck bound for Almeria.

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Post 318 by KTM666,

#318
Yes it has been confirmed ....same hotel

Post 319 by KTM666,

#319
.....Less than a week to go and counting

Post 320 by fuel,

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Post 321 by Colonel_Klinck,

#321
Yep this time next week we will have landed in sunny Espanol

Post 322 by blb,

#322
You lucky gits! In hindsight I could have done this

Anyway I'll be at an equally Sunny(possibly) Oulton Park this time next week

Post 323 by Superdan,

#323
Have a good time guys, don't want anyone signing the banner

Post 324 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 325 by Superdan,

#325
It will fold up to naff all in your luggage, anyway im sure its adorning your garage wall with style

Post 326 by Schnauzer,

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Post 328 by CEREC1,

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Post 330 by tripoddave,

#330
Where you flying from Colonel?
Tim Clark forgot to pack his helmet so is going to book some hold baggage - maybe you can do a deal with him?
I think he's flying from Gatwick.
You can contact Tim via facebook Accidente de Fiesta.

Post 331 by Superdan,

#331
Im imagining CK at home now going "for fecks sake Dan look what you started"............

Post 332 by Ducati Pete,

#332
Is anyone taking a laptop with tune ECU?

Post 333 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 334 by tripoddave,

#334
I'm taking a laptop if that's any help.

Post 335 by CEREC1,

#335
Anybody had official notification of our hotel yet? Checking in times, directions from airports, directions to the circuit?
Bit of a magical mystery tour at the moment.

Post 336 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 337 by Ducati Pete,

#337
I didn't get one!
Was a secret handshake required?

Post 338 by KTM666,

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Post 339 by Colonel_Klinck,

#339
I think my charm and good looks won her over Pete

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Post 340 by CEREC1,

#340
Thanks Craig,
I would sent FE a bill if I were you for providing customer support services

Post 341 by Ducati Pete,

#341
He's a real asset to FE!

Post 342 by KTM666,

#342
I will make a bet with all those who have never been before

....This will be your best track day ever ....and even better than you hoped

Right lets get the happy head on ......4 sleeps till I fly out

Post 343 by Ducati Pete,

#343
I have high hopes for the track; but better than Jerez or Parc Algar?

Post 344 by KTM666,

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Post 345 by tripoddave,

#345
ALMERIA ON TRACK Thursday 20th – Sunday 23rd Sept
Hotel Nights Wednesday 19 th – Saturday 22nd Sept

Hotel and Directions

Hotel Puntazo / Hotel Punta del Cantal
Lomos del Cantal
1 Apdo. De Correos
746-04638
Mojacar
Tel: 0034 950 472658


From Murcia Airport
From the airport take the direction of Cartagena and then Almeria.

From Almeria Airport
From the airport follow the signs for Murcia.
After approx 45km you will find the signs for Mojacar, take this junction and follow to Mojacar. You will come to a roundabout at the repsol garage turn left.
You will then come to a roundabout at the seafront, turn right then continue for a few minutes, the Hotel Punta Del Cantal is on the right hand side with the El Puntazo is behind it.


SPEEDY SIGN – ON

Sign on will be available in the bar of the Hotel El Puntazo on Thursday 20th Sept from 8.00pm.

This will speed up the Friday Mornings events enabling a stress free start to your European Track Day.

Please see Kevin in the bar from 8.00pm with your Driving Licence, EHIC Card & Track Insurance

Post 346 by Colonel_Klinck,

#346
Thurs night? Shouldn't that be Wednesday night?

Post 347 by KTM666,

#347
Yes

That will be Wednesday .....its in the hotel bar you cannot miss it ......

Post 348 by tripoddave,

#348
Sorry . . .somehow hadn't updated and seen that Craig had already put it up.
Not sure I want to wait until Thursday night before signing on though . . . .

So looking fwd to this.
Its going to be GREAT.

Post 349 by tripoddave,

#349
Checked with Linda and Kevin is going to reserve a garage for us so we'll have somewhere to put the banner.
Def want to get signed on on Wed pm, get an early breakfast and get out to the garages and sort the bikes/gear out.
Told my boss yesterday that the flights had changed and I'd need to get off work early and he said "if you don't tell me you won't need to book any time off will you? now Foxtrot Oscar"
Top bloke.

On another note altogether: now the fairing has gone what are people's methods of attaching GoPros to their SDs?
I'm thinking of maybe a rollbar mount and fitting it to my fork leg.

Post 350 by CEREC1,

#350
Now I'm worried I didn't book the extra night on Sunday at the hotel. Doh

Post 351 by Colonel_Klinck,

#351
I either use handlebar mount to fix to handlebars for this view



or to the metal water hose on the right hand side of the engine for this view. Like the way you can see suspension working

Post 352 by KTM666,

#352
Handle bar with roll bar mount ......

Post 353 by tripoddave,

#353
Very nice and is that a GoPro Hero2?

Post 354 by KTM666,

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Post 355 by Colonel_Klinck,

#355
Certainly looks like a nice flowing track. Can't wait to get out there and give it some beans!

Post 356 by CEREC1,

#356
Looks like you almost had the track to yourself. Where is all the traffic?

Post 357 by KTM666,

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Post 358 by tripoddave,

#358
The only problem I have with chrono days is at Almeria someone can post similar lap times to you because their bike does 190mph on the back straight and by the long left hander you're parked up their arse again.
(course I'm saying that now but I haven't ridden on track for a year I could be in the slow group because I'm wobbling round)
I find if you do get caught however the best thing is to do a pit lane ride through and then set off again.

Post 359 by KTM666,

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Post 360 by tripoddave,

#360
Who is that fat, slow old b'stard?
And why is he riding my pride and joy?

That first corner is a rare one: down hill braking and turn in, apex is up hill as is the exit into a blind right hander over the crest and down to a reverse Gerrards.
Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm! Lovely.

Post 361 by Ducati Pete,

#361
2 things:

Paddock Hill at Brands is NOT off camber, it's neutral camber all the way.

Dave, I use the handlebar mount for GoPro.

(Would post a sample but they are all in old black and white format.)

Post 362 by KTM666,

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Post 363 by tripoddave,

#363
[quote="Colonel_Klinck"]I either use handlebar mount to fix to handlebars for this view


or to the metal water hose on the right hand side of the engine for this view. Like the way you can see suspension working

Really like the water hose one: very different!

Post 364 by tripoddave,

#364
I'm racing tomorrow but I can't wait for Thursday.
In the bar Wednesday night with youse, Neil Hodgson and Wayne Gardner.

Post 365 by CEREC1,

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Post 367 by CEREC1,

#367
I hope we haven't just ruined Dave's trip

Post 368 by Colonel_Klinck,

#368
I haven't seen anything about groups in any of the stuff from FE. What is everyone going to try and get in on the morn of day 1? I'm guessing lots of people are going to want to be in inters

Post 369 by Ducati Pete,

#369
If we all start in i inters than we get a bit of time together. Then the timings will group us anyway.

Post 370 by Colonel_Klinck,

#370
I take it they keep checking the timings and people could get moved around a fair bit as they find their way round and pace picks up?

Post 371 by KTM666,

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Post 372 by tripoddave,

#372
Bollox. seriously? I had WG booked for day 2 since the day they announced him.
There's nothing on the website.

I agree we should all book into inters to start off with.
The chrono system will regroup us if necessary but it won't move many SDs up - there will be some proper quick guys on rocket ships keeping even the fastest of us down to inters.

Post 373 by CEREC1,

#373
Anyone have any idea how many Euros are we going to need for this foreign jolly? Will all the bars etc take our credit cards?

Post 374 by KTM666,

#374
Hard to say .....there are expensive resturants ...or very good inexpensive ones (Fantastic Chinese all in including Drinks £17.00)

Its a full on resort (99% Spanish holiday makers and Older ex pats who live there) you can change over there, there is a Bank 300m away...but I am taking Euros (Staying on for some R&R after) you can pay for your tyres / petrol in either or by card

Most of the drinking is usually in the hotel bar ......then off for a meal

Post 375 by Colonel_Klinck,

#375
Watching that vid again that straight is going to kill us. I've seen 150 on my clock at Snetterton on the back straight with 17/40 but I'm now on 17/41 so I'd guess 147 will be flat out. Monty wants to try my SD as he hasn't done all the airbox mods ect on his, so I get to take his ZX10 round. WIll be interesting to see what she does down that straight.

Post 376 by KTM666,

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Post 378 by tripoddave,

#378
No idea what my gearing is.
Chinese is good.
There is an Argentinian grill nearby that does excellent steak.
There are some great places inland that the locals go to as well.

BTW: Who is planning to ride their SD of an evening?

Post 379 by Ducati Pete,

#379
In the evening?

Post 380 by tripoddave,

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Post 381 by Ducati Pete,

#381
Oh right! My bike's got no plate etc.

TBH, I'm not looking forward to how my legs will hurt after the first day, the track action will be good enough for me.

Post 382 by tripoddave,

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Post 383 by CEREC1,

#383
I've packed my small number plate, Fuel is taking his, so that's 2 of us so far.

Post 384 by KTM666,

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Post 386 by fuel,

#386
Tonight's Dr Who was filmed in Almeria!

Post 387 by Colonel_Klinck,

#387
My bike has the plate still on it. I didn't remove it for some reason. I'd be up for riding the iCal twistys one evening.

Post 388 by tripoddave,

#388
I might bring the plate for the Husky and put that on just for the hoot.
No lights though

Post 389 by CEREC1,

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Post 390 by KTM666,

#390
Hello guys,

A few quick questions , since I already book for the 05-07/10 Almeria ( sorry I couldnt join you for the 21-23/09).
And since is my first time to that track I was wondering about tyres ( medium-hard) .
16-37? or 17-37?
Anyone for the next event???

Thank you

Post 391 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 392 by KTM666,

#392
Depends on what make (Focus only have Dunlops and Michelin) Dunlop D211 Endurance Rear Soft Front

16 - 37 would be fine[/quote]

Thank you Nick666...I am going with FE.. normally I am using Dunlop GP racer Medium rear, but I will follow your advice .....
By the way very nice Youtube videos....I am learning the track through them....

Post 393 by tripoddave,

#393
Thinking about it we will be at the track by midday. I might take her out for a blast that afternoon

Post 394 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 395 by Ducati Pete,

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Post 396 by Colonel_Klinck,

#396
Ah I was under the impression we could go and sort gear on Wednesday afternoon. Not a drama if not. Beaches and bars instead then

Post 397 by fuel,

#397
From previous events at Jerez, where the hotel is 2 minutes from the paddock, Kevin doesn't really want punters at the track the day before.

Post 399 by tripoddave,

#399
I have one of the original GoPro (non-HD) cameras.
Is it worth investing in a GoPro 2?
I'm working from home today and tomorrow and could go and get one from my local stockist who are 5miles away.
Thoughts?

Post 400 by Colonel_Klinck,

#400
Now has everyone checked in online and printed their boarding pass? And I hope no one has done what a m8 of mine did for my 40th in Malaga and booked their flight for the day before we actually flew. That was one very gutted douche bag when he headed home with his tail between his legs and missed out on the whole weekends off road riding.

Post 401 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 402 by Superdan,

#402
If you have time get one off ebay loads cheaper than a stockist.

You can either get the Gopro HD or the latest Gopro 2 HD

The basic differnce between the two apart from price is the hero 2 takes 11mp photos, if you dont think you will use it in photo mode I would just go for the HD version:

1080 HD Gopro

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/New-Gopro-HD- ... 27cad5108b

Hero 2

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NEW-GoPro-HER ... 337c0aacd6

Dont forget you will need a 32mb high def jobbie card for it too can get them for £25 off ebay too.

Also a seat post mount if you want it attached to handlebars.

Post 404 by Ducati Pete,

#404
If you didn't send a key with the bike.





DO NOT FORGET YOUR BIKE KEY.












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Post 405 by tripoddave,

#405
sound advice.
One of our party forgot his key one year.
At the end of the four days his bike was easily the cleanest bike in the whole pit lane.

Post 406 by CEREC1,

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Post 407 by Superdan,

#407
I have had no issues with my GoPro HD (not the 2) lets be fair not like you use it everyday anyhoo if it did need to go to USA.

Post 408 by KTM666,

#408
Gopro HD mk1 is so good even when viewing on wide screen TV ....there's no way I would buy mk2...unless I was buying for the first time

Post 409 by KTM666,

#409
Right one sleep till we fly out.....anybody else flying out tomorrow ?

Post 410 by fuel,

#410
No I'm flying out on Wednesday afternoon, back home Monday. Then back to Spain next Friday for a weekend in Ibiza!

Post 411 by Colonel_Klinck,

#411
5.50am Wednesday morn. Back Monday morn.

Post 412 by tripoddave,

#412
Out Wednesday afternoon and back Sunday evening for me.
Thanks for the advice on the GoPro.
Just to summarize the advice is to upgrade from the standard GoPro but not much to choose between the HD and the HD 2. Is that right?

Post 413 by KTM666,

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Post 414 by Schnauzer,

#414
Tip: To save a few quid you may want to pop into a Telefonica/Vodafone/etc store and get a PAYG sim card with €10 credit. €3.5 of that credit will get you 3G internet access for 7 days.

Post 415 by CEREC1,

#415
That's a point. Do we have access to Wi-Fi in the hotel?

Post 416 by KTM666,

#416
sure do

Post 417 by CEREC1,

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Post 418 by Ducati Pete,

#418
Booked a cheap hire car today.

It's close, time for a GIF!

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Post 420 by Stupid Luke,

#420
That was nice, o uchi gari into uchi mata. God, I wish I was young again or just not quite so busted up. I am too crumbly for judo in my old age.

I am doing karate now as my youngest one goes.I have managed to fracture the radius of my thumb so far and then last week broke my little finger at work. Do you think I could get it amputated and then enter the next paralympics in the short fingered, bald, veterans, U80 kg category?

Post 421 by Ducati Pete,

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Post 422 by tripoddave,

#422
GoPro Hero HD purchased this pm from Costco. £133+vat. comes with a weird massive sucker thingy and vented helmet strap.
Doesn't look as though my handlebar mount will be here in time so may have to get something for the interim.
Thanks for the advice guys.

Post 423 by Colonel_Klinck,

#423
Well thats the last UK kip for a few days. Next time my head hits the pillow it will be Espanol time baby

Post 424 by Colonel_Klinck,

#424
One last check of the weather in the hope it could be just a bit more like the UK and give us some wet stuff.... no its the big hot thing everyday

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Post 425 by fuel,

#425
Last day at work for me today then i'm off for 2 weeks!!!!

Almeria yesterday!

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Post 426 by Schnauzer,

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Post 427 by tripoddave,

#427
mmmmmmm!
Can I have one of those please?
Come to think of it both the babes in red would be good . . . . . .

Post 428 by blb,

#428
Well guys, I guess a load of you are flying out tomorrow. Have a great time in the sun!!

Really wish I could have made this, anyway I'll be at a cold but maybe sunny Oulton Park tomorrow Hope you all enjoy yourselves and keep it rubber side down. Got to keep this years crashfest name clean with nobody signing the banner!!

Remember to supply plenty of photos and a running commentary over the next few days with all the details.

Have a good one men. I'm signing off til tomorrow...

Post 429 by Colonel_Klinck,

#429
All packed. Just had a little pre-holiday biffta, so if I haven't packed it, it aint coming now Cab coming at 3am so little chance of any proper sleep. Trying not to get too excited but man its going to be awesome

Dan you will be missed bud My little passing wave doesn't feel the same when done for anyone else

Post 430 by Colonel_Klinck,

#430
Man this place sucks!

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Post 431 by Colonel_Klinck,

#431
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Power smashed

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Post 433 by Colonel_Klinck,

#433
I just want to put it out there I've been accused of strealing Monty's new Nitron shock. He rang me while we were all getting changed from an afternoon on the piss to accuse me of stealing said shock from his room. It actually turned out after much finger pointing that the douche had hidden it under his pillow and forgot about it

Post 434 by Colonel_Klinck,

#434
Ok so it's morning of race day... I mean trackday 1. No hangover and ready to race!

Post 435 by 41KS,

#435
P i c t u r e s ⇧ ⇧ ⇧ ⇧ ⇧

Post 436 by Colonel_Klinck,

#436
No pics yet I'm afraid guys. Bit pissed again after a massive steak. Track is next level awesome. The best flowing track I've ever ridden. Got moved from from Inters to fast at lucnch time and then got a row round by Monty and Keith on the ZX10s. Only did 3 sessions all day as there was a bad crash the afternoon with possible spinal injuries which cut day short as we had no doctor left at track. Still did a 1.58 which is meant to be a good time after 3 dad for a newbie to be track. Promise to do at least one do the ZX10s tomorrow guys

Post 437 by CEREC1,

#437
Had a blinding first day at a circuit I've never been to before. If this is what European track days are like it begs the question why we queue up to splash round circuits in the UK?
Discussion over dinner tonight is where next years Crashfest in the Sun wil be held.
Jerez or Portamao?

Post 438 by weeksy,

#438
Glad you boys are having fun. It's getting a bit cold over here now, autumn is on the way!

Definitely doing a Euro track day next year, so will be interested to hear the result of the debate on next year's Accidente de Fiesta.

Stay safe, will look forward to pics and vids as they come.

Post 439 by Colonel_Klinck,

#439
Jerez is AWSOMe... Ducati Pete has a lot of laps around there. Also great location.

I'm very envious.

Post 440 by Sabre,

#440
Felt like Fooking dog poo all morn. Slept so badly so no booze to it for me. Managed to get it together in the end and was doing 1.56s and a couple of 1.55s. Virtual best on last session was 1.53.4 so still some improvements to come hopefully. Racetecs off and new slick on for the morn. Can't wait!

All good so far crash wise. Everyone in the party is keeping it rubber side down!

Post 441 by 41KS,

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Post 442 by fuel,

#442
How many of you are over there on KTM-s?

Post 443 by CEREC1,

#443
6 SD's, 1 duke, rest of them kwaks. We're all at some local Spanish place eating baby goats and beef a the moment

Post 444 by Colonel_Klinck,

#444
For those interested it's looking like the next Crashfest in the sun will be around May next year. Book a slot in your diary.

Post 445 by Stupid Luke,

#445
I am def coming back here. Hotel is great, sea 100 yds away. Fooking amazing steak last night and the track is next level awesome. Even Kev has gone out of his way to help a few people out and apart from being a bit shirty at the briefing when someone said they couldn't hear him, he's been very approachable and more than willing to help in any way he can. He was even on the phone to Kawasaki UK when Chris's forks were paying up to see of there was anything could be done. Very well run event. Real shame about all the shit Ronin had to go through with them. As the actual event is nothing like that experience.

Just trying to cut a couple of laps out of last session today and post it up. Hopefully done by morning.

Post 446 by Colonel_Klinck,

#446
Kev now is it? Not "that short legged Napoleon tosser" that you were calling him before you went to Spain, but Kev. My mate Kev Fickle, you are Klincky. Just wait until Motormoaning finds out you are sleeping with da enemy

Post 447 by Colonel_Klinck,

#447
Hey we all know the guy can be a proper prick but so far he's been good as gold. Still 2 days to go though so that opinion could easily be reversed

Post 448 by blb,

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Post 450 by stalker,

#450
yep , i will have a bit of that if i may

Post 451 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 452 by stalker,

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Post 456 by CEREC1,

#456
My boy on my Superduke beautifully filmed by the well known director Ducati Pete.
Not too shabby a ride for his first ever experience on one of the orange machines. that's my boy

Post 457 by Schnauzer,

#457
Wow, what an awesome 4 days. Sunny Spain welcomed us to her bossom with open arms, 26c+ temperatures, and a rocking track.

FE come through big time. There's tons of stories to tell, one special one is the praise poured down on Klinks performance in the fast group his trusty SD. There were dozens of sports bikers getting mugged by him out there, all shocked at just how capable both rider and bike were. Steve Plater was especially impressed, however that's someone else's story to tell, I'll just let set the scene with this pic
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Post 458 by tripoddave,

#458
Great trip great company and great people.
Excellent circuit.
My bike did a grand total of 1.5days. (boo)
MASSIVE thanks to fuel who leant me his perfectly turned out SD.
Thanks Nigel.
Seriously: what a great bike! Perfectly turned out, amazing brakes, powerful motor with a good spread of power and a great seat. Plus I am now a quick shifter convert!
Also a big thanks to Nigel for the wine selection and the restaurant chosen for the last night: fantastic despite the navigator/driver trying to drive 50kms in the wrong direction!
Nigel's bike exiting onto the start finish straight:
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Post 459 by tripoddave,

#459
Portimao next year for the foreign Crash Fest?

Post 460 by fuel,

#460
No problem Dave.

Here's what i was riding while Dave was on mine, BMW 1000rr!

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Not sure whats going on here, Dave converting Jules to Judaism maybe?

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Superb holiday great bunch of people, lets do it all again soon. May 2013 Portimao

Post 461 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 462 by Colonel_Klinck,

#462
I know its not a SD but as she had spilt her guts all over the garage floor... again Keith let me take his ZX10 out for a play with John Reynolds. Tuition from him is some of the best bike money I've ever spent. Improved my riding and technique and passed on a few tricks of the trade. Loved it!

Post 463 by Superdan,

#463
What happened to your bike Dave?

Fingers crossed everything falls into place and 2013 I will be doing my first euro trackday.

Post 464 by Colonel_Klinck,

#464
Dan you will love it m8. So much better than Cartagena in both track and where we stay. Cold ones on the beach after with a amazing steak house down the road. Beats the Golf Club at Cartagena every time!

Post 465 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 466 by TimsterC,

#466
Hello folks,

I took some pictures on my phone and camera.

Take what you like, but I appologise for the bad focus in some of them.

It was a pleasure to meet you all.



TimsterC

Post 467 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Nice one Tim

Just stole this one of me on Keith's ZX10

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Post 469 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 470 by stalker,

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in fairness i have been through the same process , i had a il4 for the track , but the sd is just fun. FACT.

Post 471 by Ducati Pete,

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Post 472 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 476 by tripoddave,

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Post 477 by Sabre,

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Looks and sounds like you all had a fantastic time on and off track

Dave glad you managed a couple of days riding you've had a fair bit of bad look with your SD hope you get it all sorted.

We've also been blessed with some cracking weather while you've all been over there........can't beat a windy rain lashed day at work

Post 478 by Woody80,

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Post 479 by Ducati Pete,

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That Film is actually a animation made from stills taken by my tank mounted box brownie camera.

Post 480 by tripoddave,

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Post 481 by CEREC1,

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Post 482 by Ducati Pete,

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It's no reflection on him. Did you miss the conversation about my retro tech home?

Post 483 by Woody80,

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Post 485 by KTM666,

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Post 486 by CEREC1,

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Not sure if anybody has heard officially but I called FE this morning and the Donington drop of this Saturday is between 2-3pm.
Hope its a bit drier than today.

Post 487 by tripoddave,

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For those few people who have not paid for the shirts my paypal address is: [email protected]
Those who wish to pay for Kev's shirt (Mike I think you've got this?) add 12.5%
Cost worked out at £45 for the shirt, discounted back to £35 by Redline Motorcycles but with £10 for the embriodery so back to £45 again.
I trust everyone likes them?

Post 488 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Jesus were we warned about that cost before we committed? Wow I'm used to £10-15 for a T-shirt. TBH probably my fault for not paying attention but the KTM orange shirt thing is not my style, which is why you never saw me wearing it. Will put this one down to be being a stoner and pay much closer attention next time.

Post 489 by Ducati Pete,

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I meant to post up a thank-you for the shirts.

Yes, more £££££ than a T but really nice shirts.

Post 490 by tripoddave,

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Post 491 by Superdan,

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If someone can post a pic of a £45 tee id like to see it

Post 492 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 493 by stalker,

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Post 494 by CEREC1,

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Anybody taken the plunge and bought the track photos from our sunny Spanish jolly
I'm not wild about splashing out £45 on unseen photos. Neil sent me one proof to prove it was me riding slowly round the circuit. It was OK but normally you get to see the whole set before laying down the cash.

Post 495 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 496 by CEREC1,

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Do you want to post a few of your pics up so we can get an idea if the disc is worth £45
Can it be so difficult to build a website to post em all up?
The No Limits guy does a good enough taster service. The Cadwell Crashfest ones this year were pretty classy.

Post 497 by Colonel_Klinck,

#497
Oh don't worry if there is some good pics on there I will be whoring to the max!

Oh and it was only £35 and not £45.

Post 498 by Ducati Pete,

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I was still working out where the track went and which way to sit on the bike when he was taking pics, I doubt there are any worth paying for.

Post 499 by KTM666,

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Well let the photo whoring commence

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All in bend order as well

and mrs ktm666

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Unfortunatley all from the first two days as.....the photographer had a bad off on his bike and broke 5 Ribs

Post 500 by Woody80,

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I've asked for a sample shot before I take the plunge. Those look good though

Post 501 by TimsterC,

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Post 502 by TimsterC,

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Who misplaced (I did not return) a ¼" socket rail in Almeria? I'm picking it up from Dave (mechanic Dave) on Saturday at the bike pickup. If your going to the Horsham pick up then I can give it to you there.

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Post 504 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Disk has arrived. All I'm saying is there maybe some picture whoring coming

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Post 505 by Superdan,

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Post 506 by Colonel_Klinck,

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In all honesty they aren't really that great. As Pete says we were learning the track still. Day 3 and 4 is where you want the pics from. Just uploading what there is though.

Post 507 by Colonel_Klinck,

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The photographer did this.

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So really only 3 good-ish pics at best and not worth £35 but hey-ho. He only shot from 3 places before having his ride in the ambulance. I actually like the first pic of the long left hander the most. Cracking corner, you could drag your knee all the way round

In the end I think the pic on Keith's ZX10 is my fav of the lot. That was taken by Tim.

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Post 508 by Woody80,

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Post 510 by Colonel_Klinck,

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yeah post away dude

Post 511 by stalker,

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splitters .. . . .. . . .


klunky , how is it you look fast but are actually slow ?

Post 512 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 513 by Woody80,

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Post 514 by Woody80,

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How do you link a video with the picture rather than a hyperlink?

Post 515 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 516 by Bert,

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Post 517 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Where have you been Bert As you can see the place has been falling apart without you dude.

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Post 519 by Ducati Pete,

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Post 520 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Cheers Pete I did have a bad craving for a ZX10 for a while there. Man it was good fun

Post 521 by stalker,

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you should try one on the road but fun.

road an s1000rr last weekend

Post 522 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 523 by stalker,

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imagine if a mate said have a go on this when out on a road trip , and 5 mins later you pass him riding your bike , you look down and see 180

Post 524 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 525 by KTM666,

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Will be in Europe August/Sept next year what sort of money would I be looking at for a Hire Bike at a Spanish or UK Trackday?

Post 526 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Post 527 by Woody80,

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Anyone been emailed their laptimes yet?

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Post 530 by Colonel_Klinck,

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Maybe they forgot before then. I got my Cadwell times for diddly squat.

Post 531 by KTM666,

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They did say at the event they would be free this time. Will have to wait and see I guess.

If you are modifying them so they are lower I'll happily chip in

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Post 533 by KTM666,

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It was the tow those ZX10s were giving me. My SD just didn't know when she should be beaten and refused to let them get away Team Orange!!












.. with a little bit of Team Green thrown in

Post 534 by stalker,

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......I was LOL

A lot of very ruffled Superbike feathers

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Post 537 by CEREC1,

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Just a little thing I noticed.

Remember the star instructor who withdrew from our event due to commitments back home in Oz?

4 days later he was in Spain at the MotoGP.

Just saying.

Post 538 by KTM666,

#538
Here is some footage of yours truly Español Accidente de Fiesta Almeria

Post 539 by Ducati Pete,

#539
Oh god for some sunshine and heat like we had on those 4 glorious days
Roll on our next trip.

Post 540 by CEREC1,

#540
...er sounds like you enjoyed it then....money well spent

Post 541 by KTM666,

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Nice video. What day was that from?

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