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  1. Just returned from the British Round at the superb Bob McGregor Trials Academy in Ayrshire.Thanks to Ian, C of C, Sandy and all others who made this a fabulous days spectating
  2. Are there any chains that an angle grinder will not cut? Access to my bikes is through solid fire doors all outward opening - this stops the 'ram effect' Also my first door is set back from the face of the building which hopefully makes the 'crow barring' a bit harder. 30 yrs service in the fire brigade taught me this deterrant! When placing ground anchors, dovetail shape the hole, and then fill with molten lead for an instant fix.
  3. Hi All, The entrants for 2013 are to be guaranteed an entry (with options and conditions) for 2014
  4. Talking of the Pre 65. Of late I have been paying approx.£175.00 plus Pre 65 cover. Therefore, for the actual trial insurance cost me just under £200.00. An expensive 2 days. However, for the first time, a lady at Footman James offered a discount if I joined one of two associated clubs on their list. This cost me £30.00 making a good saving (down to £125.00) but I also get a glossy mag every month! None the less I only use the bike on the road for the Scottish and very occasional jaunt around my village venturing no further than Spearmint Rhino territory! To be honest, the motorists treat me worse than cyclists, for they probably expect my Cub to go quicker than it does! I would welcome feedback on costs for similar risk. Unlike my Cub I am no longer Pre 65 and have a clean license! There but for the grace of God in this day and age.
  5. Surprise! Surprise! What a wonderful gesture from the Committee - never so much as a whisper from around these parts. My cheques already in the post for my guaranteed entry. If I'm spared!!!!
  6. Yes, I new Laurie well - he was a fine guy! He always had time for you. Can't tell you much about your dad that Big John hasn't but you ask about the St. George Club. I first joined the club in 1962 - at that time the stalwards were the Fisher and Harper families - Dave and Bill were the crew that set out the yellow ochre road markings and the direction signs as used today in the Scottish. (The ochre was eventually banned for safety reasons) Also Julie and George Anderson were the administrators of the club who along with myself and others in the late 60-70 would burn the midnight oil on Sundays collating results.I was trials organiser for many years (before C of Course were invented) In and around that time running the Mirylees,Plaza,Evening News Hughson-2 day trial and the Colonial. This was Scotlands only Time and Observation Trial . The club had a very active social side - meeting in Merchiston Club rooms ( I think every Tuesday evening) WE also ran car related events and of course had the Annual Dinner Dance Presentation in the Merlin Roadhouse Edinburgh These events were special for the ladies too who turned out in their long evening gowns. Great nights! Sadly these functions are no longer part of the trials world in these parts As for the club - still in existence - affiliated to the SACU running the odd trial and the stalwards these days centred around the Dalling family (good on them)
  7. My grandson got a new 80 from santa - 1st time out (2 days later) The kick start fell off I drilled and wired it using a 1.5 dewalt drill through the Allen cap screw. Drilling through the plating was the hardest part thereafter like butter. His first trial yesterday, found the float needle sticking and cutting out through fuel starvation. Both problems I believe are very common to this model, which has been around many years with little change! Beta UK could do better than this!!! This is a fabulous machine otherwise
  8. In answer to your question, your first port of call must surely be your wobblers club stalward Alan Adamson. However, the best way forward no matter what your ability is to broaden your horizon and compete in our nationals which give you greater variety of terrain then if you feel you need tuition, Ian Shankies academy in Ayrshire is an excellent venue which runs clinics with the likes of Graham Jarvie but our own McDonalds, Gary and Alan, should not be dismissed.. give them a bell.
  9. In answer to your question, your first port of call must surely be your wobblers club stalward Alan Adamson. However, the best way forward no matter what your ability is to broaden your horizon and compete in our nationals which give you greater variety of terrain then if you feel you need tuition, Ian Shankies academy in Ayrshire is an excellent venue which runs clinics with the likes of Graham Jarvie but our own McDonalds, Gary and Alan, should not be dismissed.. give them a bell.
  10. In answer to your question, your first port of call must surely be your wobblers club stalward Alan Adamson. However, the best way forward no matter what your ability is to broaden your horizon and compete in our nationals which give you greater variety of terrain then if you feel you need tuition, Ian Shankies academy in Ayrshire is an excellent venue which runs clinics with the likes of Graham Jarvie but our own McDonalds, Gary and Alan, should not be dismissed.. give them a bell.
  11. Took my grandson to his first trial on Sunday at Drumcarro-East Neuk of Fife Dabbers venue The club should be congratulated on this absolutely fabulous piece of ground, and for their enthusiasm to extend the lap by acquiring further ground which was used for the first time. Well done!
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