cota kid Posted April 20, 2007 Report Share Posted April 20, 2007 We've heard the chorus of disapprovals to the trial being held in the Central American country of Guatemala but hears to a successful weekend for all the British Riders. Hopefully we'll see Doug not just get on the podium but top it and see Dibs carry on in much the same vein as his first round performance. Another fine Atom performance in the Junior and a Wiggy podium. Not forgetting all the other British riders who have made the epic journey west. Oh and lastly can we have the above for both days. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nigel dabster Posted April 20, 2007 Report Share Posted April 20, 2007 It has been described by one source (friend of a friend) who is there as very much a 3rd world country. Micheal browns bike hadn't arrived yesterday, but due today. They have a police escort to the hotel and back and the locals are not aware what trials are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
munch Posted April 20, 2007 Report Share Posted April 20, 2007 cota kid ,i agree dabster deep joy!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Posted April 20, 2007 Report Share Posted April 20, 2007 I am SO glad I didn't go! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cota kid Posted April 20, 2007 Author Report Share Posted April 20, 2007 I am SO glad I didn't go! Latino ladies a plenty. You could be missing the trip of a lifetime, Gringo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kinell Posted April 20, 2007 Report Share Posted April 20, 2007 I am SO glad I didn't go! Latino lady boys a plenty. You could be missing the trip of a lifetime, Gringo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve fracy Posted April 20, 2007 Report Share Posted April 20, 2007 Besides Andy, when's the last time you had a police escort???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Posted April 20, 2007 Report Share Posted April 20, 2007 I am SO glad I didn't go! Latino lady boys a plenty. You could be missing the trip of a lifetime, Gringo. It's bad form to laugh at your own jokes. T**t Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cota kid Posted April 21, 2007 Author Report Share Posted April 21, 2007 Guatemala GP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveo Posted April 21, 2007 Report Share Posted April 21, 2007 They have been getting quite a few bike loving spectators coming to watch ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveo Posted April 21, 2007 Report Share Posted April 21, 2007 Police have been out in force to keep things under control... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atomant Posted April 21, 2007 Report Share Posted April 21, 2007 I am reliably informed that the scenery is quite something. The trials terrain is as good as it gets, and yes, CK is right.. there are loads of women looking for that wealthy man to whisk them away... Andy, you missed your chance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Posted April 21, 2007 Report Share Posted April 21, 2007 Home Office Advice "You should be on your guard and exercise great caution as violent crime is common throughout Guatemala" "Tourists are targeted by criminals, especially those arriving at the airport" "Armed robbery is becoming more usual in Antigua, Guatemala, and even the main areas of town during daylight hours have seen attacks. You should be on your guard at all times. " "Violent crime is a major problem throughout Guatemala. Serious attacks on tourists, including murder and rape, have taken place. Armed robbery of tourists and muggings can happen anywhere in the country. " "There have been attacks on cars and buses (including tourist buses) during daylight hours on well-used, main roads. These attacks have included the rape of female passengers." "There are 5 to 6 murders a day in Guatemala City and surrounding areas. The majority involve the use of guns." Personally, I'm glad I'm heading to my folks for the weekend. Not much chance of getting shot/mugged in rural Aberdeenshire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atomant Posted April 21, 2007 Report Share Posted April 21, 2007 Ok, so you think the crime is pretty bad eh? well maybe you just want to take a look at the uk. London has the highest crime rate for any city in the world! Metropolotan Police Stats: LONDON ONLY Link Gun Crime :- 3,807 / year - 10 per day Violence against a Person :- 197,264/year - 540 per day Personal Robbery :- 42,481 / year - 116 per day Vehicle Crime :- 137,772 / year - 377 per day Even in ABERDEENSHIRE Sexual offences, Burglary and Violence against a person is way above the national average. Link The world is getting more violent and dangerous by the day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slapshot 3 Posted April 21, 2007 Report Share Posted April 21, 2007 (edited) Ok, so you think the crime is pretty bad eh? well maybe you just want to take a look at the uk. London has the highest crime rate for any city in the world! Metropolotan Police Stats: LONDON ONLY Link Gun Crime :- 3,807 / year - 10 per day Violence against a Person :- 197,264/year - 540 per day Personal Robbery :- 42,481 / year - 116 per day Vehicle Crime :- 137,772 / year - 377 per day Even in ABERDEENSHIRE Sexual offences, Burglary and Violence against a person is way above the national average. Link The world is getting more violent and dangerous by the day Clarification... Stats could refer to Aberdeen CITY rather than Aberdeenshire, two different places mate. Any figures for Grampian would be skewed if the city and shire are taken together. Highest crime rate out here in the shire refers to Sheep sha&&ing That'll be the sexual offences.... Edited April 21, 2007 by Slapshot 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.