Classic TT

[chris4652009]

Good morning all
Any of you glorious bds going to the the Classic TT this year?

[anonymous-user]

Yep, already here and will be for the next 2 weeks. Admittedly I’m a bit early but I like the build up.

[RemaL]

Never been but went to the TT for the first time this year and loved it

Apart from the obvious with classic bikes whats it's like compared to the TT. As big? as busy etc..

[anonymous-user]

RemaL said:

Never been but went to the TT for the first time this year and loved it

Apart from the obvious with classic bikes whats it's like compared to the TT. As big? as busy etc..

In many ways I prefer it to the TT. Busy but more laid back as it tends to attract a more mature set of followers who aren’t hell bent on killing themselves. Definitely more family friendly.

The focus is on the machinery and bikes that go all the way back to 1920s to current day and you’ll see such a wide variety both on Douglas seafront and riding round. The classic racing is amazing as they are still so fast and amazing to watch.

Often the weather is better in August too.

[chris4652009]

RemaL said:

Never been but went to the TT for the first time this year and loved it

Apart from the obvious with classic bikes whats it's like compared to the TT. As big? as busy etc..

Better, if you like older and more interesting bikes , less numpties on the road too

[scunnylad]

Yes I'll be there with some lads who are running tz's and Honda k4's.

I'm doing the parade lap as well

[ash reynolds]

Is there any coverage for us poor unfortunates who aren't there? :
Edit: Seems likely to be ITV4

Edited by ash reynolds on Thursday 16th August 12:10

Edited by ash reynolds on Thursday 16th August 12:13

[chris4652009]

ash reynolds said:

Is there any coverage for us poor unfortunates who aren't there? :
Edit: Seems likely to be ITV4

Edited by ash reynolds on Thursday 16th August 12:10

Edited by ash reynolds on Thursday 16th August 12:13

yeah probably itv4 again

[shunter V8]

Yes it's more laid back and I prefer it to TT but I love classic bikes, the Jurby festival is just amazing the bike park is as good as the show you name it you will probably see one. First practice on Saturday hope the weather holds.

[RemaL]

wormus said:

RemaL said:

Never been but went to the TT for the first time this year and loved it

Apart from the obvious with classic bikes whats it's like compared to the TT. As big? as busy etc..

In many ways I prefer it to the TT. Busy but more laid back as it tends to attract a more mature set of followers who aren’t hell bent on killing themselves. Definitely more family friendly.

The focus is on the machinery and bikes that go all the way back to 1920s to current day and you’ll see such a wide variety both on Douglas seafront and riding round. The classic racing is amazing as they are still so fast and amazing to watch.

Often the weather is better in August too.

I was spoiled by the weather this year I know.

So pretty much like the Clsssic Le mans. I was thinking it may be

cheers

[chris4652009]

Heading across overnight Tues into Weds, come back Monday night, I'm only interested in the Classic TT side of things not the MGP tbh
can't wait

[Andy XRV]

scunnylad said:

Yes I'll be there with some lads who are running tz's and Honda k4's.

I'm doing the parade lap as well

Now that is more like

[chris4652009]

scunnylad said:

I'm doing the parade lap as well

That's awesome, what are you riding? I'll try to get a photo

[chris4652009]

Heading up to Heysham tonight for the overnight crossing.
Looking like we are in for pretty decent weather for the duration, so bloody excited

[Andy XRV]

And another misty evening Lets hope it clears up soon

[scunnylad]

chris4652009 said:

That's awesome, what are you riding? I'll try to get a photo

RC30

[chris4652009]

Arrived to a Miserable and wet Douglas, this weather needs to do one before tonight

[crofty1984]

I went with my brother last year, it was amazing. Can't make it this year, but we'll be booking 2019 as soon as the tickets open.

[chris4652009]

Sunny and no mist on mountain at all now

[chris4652009]

Well that was an interesting but excellent Classic TT, the great weather we had for the TT was nowhere to be seen. Brilliant to see John McGuinness winning again after such a horrific accident what only seems like a few months ago.
The Classic TT for me is a much better event that the "VIP/Corporate TT"
I wonder how long it will remain the way it is before it too changes forever the way the TT has