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UPDATE on trackday - LOOKIN' GOOD! |
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Scott Richardson |
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Aug 11, 04 - 1:22 AM |
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195.10.45.218 |
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scott_racer@hotmail.com |
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http://This one! |
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The amazing enthusiasm for the Limbless Association's Amputee Motorcycle Track & Information Day (Monday 20th September) continues to expand.
The website (www.disabledmotorsport.co.uk) has had more than 1,000 'hits' and over 200 telephone/email enquiries have also been received.
The list of exhibitors include:-
Honda Racing
National Association of Bikers With Disability
Otto Bock (prosthetic company)
Proshift
GLF Accessories (tailor made motorcycle clothing)
Quadtech
RSL Steeper (prosthetic company)
Driving Standards Agency
Merlin Sidecars
Blatchfords (prosthetic company)
Motorcyclist Action Group
BMF (British Motorcycle Federation)
Para Rallying
Ossur (prosthetic company)
Riders 4 Health
IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists)
Disabled Motorcyclist Association
Hot Buggy Company
Dave Wood Racing (motorcycle suspension set-up service)
SPECIAL GUESTS - HM Plant Honda Racing's Michael Rutter, Karl Harris and Simon Buckmaster; Crescent Rizla Suzuki's John Reynolds; Niall Mackenzie; Mike Edwards; triple 2004 TT winner John McGuinness will also be in attendance.
EXHIBITION & DISCUSSION FORUM - Admission to the Paddock Suite conference centre (10am until 5pm) is £5 with proceeds going to future Limbless Association activities for amputees. Follow the signs for the competitors (main paddock) entrance.
The suite will house exhibits (see list above); advice and experiences from motorcyclist amputees; presentations from Prosthetists who are amputee motorcycle enthusiasts; discussion forums and the opportunity to discuss and share experiences with other attendees.
PILLION LAPS - Thanks to wonderful support from Honda (who are providing 2 Honda Pan European motorcycles) we are able to offer a limited number of 'Pillion Laps' which will be piloted by a selection of our special guests (see above).
The cost for a couple of thrilling laps is £15 for Limbless Association members, or £25 for non-members. Passengers must wear a crash helmet, gloves and leathers (1 piece or at least zip together).
To reserve your place, email scott@limbless-association.org. Amputee/disabled pillions will be given priority.
TRACK ACTION - If you are planning to ride on the track, but have not yet booked your place, contact Donington's Jane Johnson (01332 819503 jane.johnson@clearchannel.co.uk). A day on the GP (full) circuit is £115 (if booked in advance). When making your booking, please quote “Limbless Association” for our group-booking discount. Please remember that this is NON-noisy day.
BIKE HIRE - Don't fancy riding your own bike? Then two track bike hire companies are providing discounted prices for the event. Blaze Track Day Rentals - Paul Wilcox 0870 2407669 blaze.bikes@virgin.net or Paul Russo Track Bike Hire - Paul Russo 07712 815827 crusso7@ford.com |
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