Jerry_75_Guy Posted August 16, 2012 Posted August 16, 2012 Mods: if this has already been posted here somewhere, 'delete away'. Oddly enough, I'm usually not much for racing, but by my lights, this is a really good +6 min compliation video of the 2012 Isle of Man. Enjoy. http://www.wimp.com/streetracing/
Bmr Deacon Posted August 17, 2012 Posted August 17, 2012 Can't get tired of these. Thanks for posting...
outpost22 Posted August 17, 2012 Posted August 17, 2012 After watching that, it kind of puts one in their place in the motorcycling world. That kind of talent is unreal.
Joe Frickin' Friday Posted August 17, 2012 Posted August 17, 2012 Footage from the TT is both terrifying and compellingly interesting to watch. Track racing takes some big cojones, but honest-to-god racing on public roads - even with all the traffic removed - is a whole other level of commitment, given the likelihood of fatal impact with roadside objects should you lose control. Jerry, that was an excellent compilation; thanks for sharing.
Rinkydink Posted August 17, 2012 Posted August 17, 2012 I have always wondered the logistics of keeping people and their pets/livestock/kids etc. off the track, especially in the heart of the town during the race. It amazes me how the spectators sit right on the track's edge obviously in harms way and if there is a crash they would be toast. As if going WFO in this setting isn't enough the fretting of a Irish Setter or sheep coming across the road is a horrendous thought. I know most sober adults would be aware but you have some people that have their head up their ass no matter where you go... I know there are multiple rider deaths every year but I wonder about spectator death statistics.
jimbullitt Posted August 18, 2012 Posted August 18, 2012 Totally mesmerizing...these blokes give new meaning, to, bada$$ !
tvpierce Posted August 18, 2012 Posted August 18, 2012 Great video. This is the shot I never get tired of seeing: A couple enjoying their morning coffee in the tranquility of their modest front yard as motorbikes come screaming by at 150 mph. The TT has to be the best race motorcycle race in the world. Too bad something similar could never happen in the US -- the lawyers and insurance companies would kill it before it got started.
racer7 Posted August 18, 2012 Posted August 18, 2012 What Joe said. I've worn out lots of motors and shredded more tires and brake pads on tracks than I could possibly count but no way I'd do it on a public road- it is an invitation to a shortened life for sure... Wouldn't mind a race in my front yard at all though. Not stupid enough to sit on the curb in a potential impact zone..
Paul Mihalka Posted August 18, 2012 Posted August 18, 2012 well, that's the kind of racing I did about 60years ago, but with 40 hp bikes
Highway41 Posted August 18, 2012 Posted August 18, 2012 well, that's the kind of racing I did about 60years ago, but with 40 hp bikes Still plenty fast I'd wager. Amazing how violent the ride is and a wonder they can see what is ahead. Bill
Paul Mihalka Posted August 19, 2012 Posted August 19, 2012 They can't really see what is ahead, but they KNOW what is ahead - unless there is a surprise, which is always nasty.
pickersgill1 Posted August 19, 2012 Posted August 19, 2012 Hi Great to watch again and again. My close friend Alex George won the TT years back, I think the ave then was around 110mph. Alex is still involved and does a number of parade laps ect at events. https://www.facebook.com/alex.george.735 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alex_George_(motorcyclist) http://www.motogp.com/en/riders/Alex+George
Matts_12GS Posted August 19, 2012 Posted August 19, 2012 What's the best place to fly into to get to the IOM? London? Seems like it'd be a cool trip to make.
pickersgill1 Posted August 19, 2012 Posted August 19, 2012 Probably Manchester airport is the closest or Dublin in Ireland, but probably the Isle of Man is also well serviced from both London Heathrow and London Gatwick. http://www.iom-airport.com/enquiries/destinations.xml
jbr7t Posted August 19, 2012 Posted August 19, 2012 What's the best place to fly into to get to the IOM? London? Seems like it'd be a cool trip to make. I was talking about going next year. Looks like a hella good time.
pickersgill1 Posted August 19, 2012 Posted August 19, 2012 No, I have never been either, no doubt will eventually go in the next couple of years. Where I live is next to a port into Holland, so see plenty of bikers come through from Europe for a long ride to catch the Isle of Man ferry. My mate Alex was a guest the other year to celebrate Honda's 50 years of racing and was featured on a mail postage stamp.
Matts_12GS Posted August 19, 2012 Posted August 19, 2012 What's the best place to fly into to get to the IOM? London? Seems like it'd be a cool trip to make. I was talking about going next year. Looks like a hella good time. Hey FB, if I can talk Shawn into hosting another UN, can we borrow the BMWST GV to go the IOM?
malcolmblalock Posted August 20, 2012 Posted August 20, 2012 I'm going next year! Beach's Motorcycle Adventures has put together a motorcycle tour that includes 5 or 6 days on the IOM watching the TT, with the balance of two weeks in England and Scotland. Gonna be awesome! Another Bucket List item crossed off when completed. Not an advertisement for Beach's; no affiliation, but a satisfied customer.
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