Post by: Steffo1 on March 20, 2022, 02:13:31 PM
Post by: Bird on March 20, 2022, 04:01:13 PM
Hope its a great year for Marc Marquez on the Repsol Honda (RC213V)
or Monster Yamaha (YZR-M1) Red Bull KTM (RC16), Suzuki Ecstar (GSX-RR), WithU Yamaha RNF (YZR-M1), KTM Tech3 (RC16), LCR Honda (RC213V)
Think Remy will struggle, Fernandez will finish above him and win at least 1.
Post by: Steffo1 on March 20, 2022, 04:12:35 PM
Post by: Bird on March 20, 2022, 05:06:40 PM
Quote from: Steffo1
Marc didn't look too flash after the warm up lap mishap. Poor bugger. What a thing to happen!yea was huge... hes had a few now..
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Shame no Free to Air anymore. but theres 30 channels of fake reality Shit for the brain dead instead..just have to watch random highlights online.
Post by: warthog on March 21, 2022, 02:15:51 PM
Got a video pass from Dorna which cost me $230- but I aint missing it. Put an app on my appleTV box. Huge fan, it is easily the best motorsport there is.
You can apparently get it on Kayo too but that is owned by the same cahn (copyright Fred Gassit) who took away fta.
Post by: warthog on March 21, 2022, 02:20:33 PM
A tyre carcass last used in 2018 due to concerns with heat just didn't suit them.
https://www.motorsport.com/motogp/news/honda-pissed-off-with-unfair-indonesia-motogp-tyre-changes/9132775/
Post by: Steffo1 on March 21, 2022, 04:09:24 PM
Yeah thank good ol Rupert Murdoch for that, the cahn...
Got a video pass from Dorna which cost me $230- but I aint missing it. Put an app on my appleTV box. Huge fan, it is easily the best motorsport there is.
You can apparently get it on Kayo too but that is owned by the same cahn (copyright Fred Gassit) who took away fta.
I pay $25 a month for Kayo Basic and I reckon I get dollar value from the bikes, cricket, footy and sundry sports.
$25 for not watching the same ad, at every break in play is a small price to pay.
I don't have FTA in my cave.
Post by: Bird on March 21, 2022, 05:37:31 PM
I pay $25 a month for Kayo Basic and I reckon I get dollar value from the bikes, cricket, footy and sundry sports.I always thought that things had to be on free if it was on pay.... anti bending over aussies laws or something ...
Post by: warthog on March 22, 2022, 09:15:30 AM
I pay $25 a month for Kayo Basic and I reckon I get dollar value from the bikes, cricket, footy and sundry sports.I am not rewarding the bastard who took away my ability to watch the sport I love on fta by giving him money.
$25 for not watching the same ad, at every break in play is a small price to pay.
I don't have FTA in my cave.
Don't have a great deal of respect for him in general tbh.
https://www.crikey.com.au/2020/10/23/rupert-murdoch-power/
Post by: Steffo1 on March 22, 2022, 09:47:28 AM
I am not rewarding the bastard who took away my ability to watch the sport I love on fta by giving him money.
Don't have a great deal of respect for him in general tbh.
https://www.crikey.com.au/2020/10/23/rupert-murdoch-power/
I know what you're getting at.
We all pay the prices for fuel to the petro boys, though.
Post by: Bird on March 22, 2022, 10:17:42 PM
Post by: warthog on March 23, 2022, 04:36:18 PM
I think the end of career is just about apon Marquez.. his double vision returned after the tumble on weekendI hope not, as he has been able to do stuff on a motorcycle nobody else has.
Due to the heat and tyre preservation, Michelin bring a tyre to Indonesia for "safety", with a carcass that hasn't been used since 2018 and an off throttle highside on corner entry does this.
Wasn't too safe at all on that Honda.
I hope he comes back, but yeah the damage is just accumulating. He isn't around at the top for alot longer it appears :(
Post by: Bird on March 23, 2022, 08:14:23 PM
Quote from: warthog
I hope not, as he has been able to do stuff on a motorcycle nobody else has
Talkin to him while marshalling at the GP hes also really down to earth compared to some of the hollywood stars.
Post by: warthog on March 24, 2022, 04:07:24 PM
Talkin to him while marshalling at the GP hes also really down to earth compared to some of the hollywood stars.Nice. :)
I've never met him but loved the way he stood up to the crap Rossi and his fans served up to him.
Did his talking on the track and was untouchable 8)
Post by: Bird on April 02, 2022, 01:52:49 PM
Marc Marquez will not return to MotoGP, even if his diplopia is gone. The decision has been made, with only the official announcement to be made in the next few days.
Motorcycle Sports reports that the Spanish Repsol Honda rider has begun to ponder his future after being diagnosed with diplopia following his warm-up crash at the Indonesian GP. It is the second time in around five months that he has suffered from the condition following a blow to the head.
https://www.motorcyclesports.net/articles/breaking-news-diplopia-wins-and-marc-marquez-ends-his-career (https://www.motorcyclesports.net/articles/breaking-news-diplopia-wins-and-marc-marquez-ends-his-career)
Post by: Steffo1 on April 02, 2022, 03:04:20 PM
There's worse ways to retire though. I'm sure he's reasonably comfortable, pension wise.
Post by: Foo on April 02, 2022, 03:10:04 PM
Foo
Post by: Foo on April 02, 2022, 03:12:34 PM
I have no idea what it would be like with Diplopia at 300 kph........................................and I don't want to!
There's worse ways to retire though. I'm sure he's reasonably comfortable, pension wise.
I don't think, those at the top of their game, really thing that way but understand what you're saying. :)
Foo
Post by: Bird on April 02, 2022, 03:34:19 PM
Quote from: Steffo1
I have no idea what it would be like with Diplopia at 300 kph........................................and I don't want to!Soft... very soft... ;D
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There's worse ways to retire though. I'm sure he's reasonably comfortable, pension wise.Spanish driver Marc Marquez net worth is estimated at $40 million....
Post by: Pottsy on April 02, 2022, 03:44:57 PM
Soft... very soft... ;D
Spanish driver Marc Marquez net worth is estimated at $40 million....
Maybe a little early, possibly 20million which he is seeing twice! :D
Post by: Wukkers on April 02, 2022, 03:52:42 PM
Post by: Foo on April 02, 2022, 03:55:03 PM
Foo
Post by: Foo on April 02, 2022, 04:06:02 PM
Foo
Post by: Steffo1 on April 02, 2022, 04:15:56 PM
Or, is this an April Fools joke piece of crap? ???Surely not! Using an unfortunate, medical condition as a joke is pretty piss poor.
Foo
Post by: Bird on April 02, 2022, 04:45:17 PM
Quote from: Foo
Or, is this an April Fools joke piece of crap? ???Could be.. cant find much else on it but the one site. i dont stalker or instagram so cant see on them...
Foo
Post by: Foo on April 02, 2022, 08:18:23 PM
Could be.. cant find much else on it but the one site. i dont stalker or instagram so cant see on them...
Yeah I can't find anything different but when you look at his problem from 2wks ago, it makes a lot of sense to me. ;)
Foo
Post by: Pottsy on April 02, 2022, 08:58:37 PM
Post by: Steffo1 on April 03, 2022, 07:43:20 AM
Post by: warthog on April 04, 2022, 10:35:18 AM
No mention of retirement.
Good race and a great result to see after all those starts.
Post by: Bird on April 04, 2022, 10:54:44 AM
Post by: warthog on April 04, 2022, 03:09:23 PM
Not very funny at all.
Post by: warthog on April 06, 2022, 10:54:41 PM
https://www.crash.net/motogp/news/1000163/1/marc-marquez-announces-return-motogp-action-cota
Post by: Bird on April 07, 2022, 10:20:05 AM
Quote from: warthog
8)
https://www.crash.net/motogp/news/1000163/1/marc-marquez-announces-return-motogp-action-cota (https://www.crash.net/motogp/news/1000163/1/marc-marquez-announces-return-motogp-action-cota)
Sadly hes finished. One more big crash and its curtains. I also think Gardner is out of his depth sadly
Post by: warthog on April 07, 2022, 04:55:28 PM
Sadly hes finished. One more big crash and its curtains. I also think Gardner is out of his depth sadly
Your medical basis for that?
Yeah he needs to tone it down a bit but it is curtains for anyone with a big enough crash.
He first suffered diplopia in 2011 it was I believe. Went 10 years before suffering it again.
I aint writing him off yet.
Gardner needs more time. I don't see him being one of the best but let's see toward the end of the year.
Post by: Bird on April 07, 2022, 07:48:39 PM
Quote from: warthog
Yeah he needs to tone it down a bit but it is curtains for anyone with a big enough crash.then he may as well not be there. At that level its 100% or your nothing but midpack miller.
Post by: warthog on April 07, 2022, 09:56:40 PM
then he may as well not be there. At that level its 100% or your nothing but midpack miller.I have been watching for almost 40 years.
Nobody, but nobody has ever been able to push a motorcycle like Marquez.
He pushes over the limit in practice to find just how far he can in the race.
He needs to just knock that back a bit.
The bloke rides at 90% and he is still at or near the front.
Yes there is new talent, yes he is older now. I don't expect him to dominate again like he has previously but he can definitely still be there once he sorts the bike.
Show me anyone else who has ever been able to do this with the front of a motorcycle
https://youtu.be/RXQcX7xzdxY
Best I have seen no doubt.
Better than Doohan, better than Casey. Rossi not even close.
Post by: Bird on April 08, 2022, 11:09:32 AM
I have been watching for almost 40 years.what your the lone ranger there?
I've worked and been involved in running more Bathurst/world supers/500's/motogp/aus titles/nsw titles/club events which i was also the race secretary than I care to remember.
Yep, he can do things others couldn't, but hes still a human that breaks and now breaks easier than before. hes not the first wont be the last to have to admit defeat due to health issues. YEp he may come back and win a few races.. but I dont think he will ever get back to how he was.
If your not 100% your not in the game... Even Remy is finding that out with his wrist injury taking months longer to heal to 100% from his training crash.
Being a HRC fan personally its sad to say he still the best title chance of the 3 (Pol/Bradl or him) :(
YMMV
Post by: warthog on April 08, 2022, 06:53:57 PM
what your the lone ranger there?I am not saying I'm the lone ranger at all. Just saying I have seen plenty of riders and he is the best.
I've worked and been involved in running more Bathurst/world supers/500's/motogp/aus titles/nsw titles/club events which i was also the race secretary than I care to remember.
Yep, he can do things others couldn't, but hes still a human that breaks and now breaks easier than before. hes not the first wont be the last to have to admit defeat due to health issues. YEp he may come back and win a few races.. but I dont think he will ever get back to how he was.
If your not 100% your not in the game... Even Remy is finding that out with his wrist injury taking months longer to heal to 100% from his training crash.
Being a HRC fan personally its sad to say he still the best title chance of the 3 (Pol/Bradl or him) :(
YMMV
We are similar ages and have met. You bought my son's old bicycle off me ;)
Yeah, I don't see him dominating like he has previously but a healed cranial nerve problem is not a reason to write him off imo.
Yeah he is the leading contender of all the HRC riders as he should be. You forgot his brother btw but yeah no chance there.
He is still one of the best riders in the world even with all the hammering that riding past the limit of tyre adhesion has given his body.
Post by: warthog on April 08, 2022, 11:42:20 PM
https://youtu.be/Qhwdh5vd37k
Post by: Foo on April 09, 2022, 09:33:26 AM
https://www.motorcyclesports.net/articles/motorcycle-sports-regrets-april-fools-news-about-marc-marquez-and-makes-public-apology-to-honda-and-rider (https://www.motorcyclesports.net/articles/motorcycle-sports-regrets-april-fools-news-about-marc-marquez-and-makes-public-apology-to-honda-and-rider)
Forking chit heads, it took long enough for them to say it was a beat up. >:( The way it was worded along with what his episodes have been, made it very plausible. ::)
Foo
Post by: Bird on April 09, 2022, 10:03:28 AM
Forking chit heads, it took long enough for them to say it was a beat up. >:( The way it was worded along with what his episodes have been, made it very plausible. ::)Could be a prediction ;)
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Interesting day
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bo_OEK1FMOg (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bo_OEK1FMOg)
Post by: Foo on April 09, 2022, 12:47:43 PM
Foo
Post by: warthog on April 09, 2022, 02:02:59 PM
Forking chit heads, it took long enough for them to say it was a beat up. >:( The way it was worded along with what his episodes have been, made it very plausible. ::)It was called for what it was straight away on the other forum we are on. ;)
Foo
He is one very determined parquar.
Not that easy to break his ambition and drive.
Yeah I am a huge fan
Post by: Foo on April 09, 2022, 02:57:19 PM
It was called for what it was straight away on the other forum we are on. ;)
He is one very determined parquar.
Not that easy to break his ambition and drive.
Yeah I am a huge fan
Yeah I know but seeing as it was from that particular source, I would have though less likely. ;)
Foo
Post by: warthog on April 09, 2022, 03:49:54 PM
Yeah I know but seeing as it was from that particular source, I would have though less likely. ;)It was only that source though.
Foo
As they said, if it was true it'd be everywhere.
Anyway, yeah I hope he chills a bit even though I love that past the limit style only he has ever been able to do.
Lost count of the number of times I've been stunned by what he can do.
That race a few years back when he just had to grab a few points to grab the title again.
Nup, goes into a fast L hander and loses the front. Anyone else is down but he holds it and runs of the track. Straight back into it again. Wtf!
8)https://www.crash.net/motogp/news/887590/1/marc-marquez-save
Check out the still at the end of the clip
Smoke pouring off the front tyre and he holds it.
Nobody else!
Post by: warthog on April 09, 2022, 05:37:02 PM
Here is another wtf save
https://youtu.be/7dSEnMp5Lqs
Post by: warthog on April 10, 2022, 06:31:18 AM
Pecco has good race pace apparently as does Marquez.
Looking forward to it.
https://www.crash.net/motogp/results/1000629/1/austin-motogp-cota-texas-full-qualifying-results
Post by: Foo on April 10, 2022, 07:22:27 AM
Foo
Post by: Steffo1 on April 10, 2022, 08:28:06 AM
Miller has to start racing smart and stop the stupid cockups that he makes in races. He has the talent but seems to lose out on the smarts of racing sometimes. ???
Foo
I can't see that happening, unfortunately. There appears to be a little bit of 'Attitude' there and not the correct one.
Post by: warthog on April 10, 2022, 09:06:04 AM
https://www.motorsport.com/motogp/news/miller-left-in-the-dark-by-ducati-over-his-motogp-future/9705116/
Post by: Bird on April 10, 2022, 11:51:43 AM
Quote from: Steffo1
I can't see that happening, unfortunately. There appears to be a little bit of 'Attitude' there and not the correct one.The 1/4 horse will be hard to beat. He can turn that thing on a 1cent piece.. proves speed isnt everything
If the zooks could get off the line, they'd be competitive, they come good at end of the race when its too late.
Shame so many riders are only in it to make up the numbers... Moto3 is still the most exciting to watch with so much chaos :D
Post by: warthog on April 11, 2022, 08:48:21 AM
MM would have struggled with his late race speed even if he had have been there without a woeful start.
Post by: warthog on April 27, 2022, 09:08:19 PM
29sec ahead of the next bike of the same make.
He out Lorenzoed, Lorenzo.
Any idea who will be at the front in Jerez this weekend?
No idea myself but looking forward to it!
Post by: Steffo1 on April 28, 2022, 08:22:08 AM
It's good to have a multiple choice situation, ay! :D
Post by: warthog on May 02, 2022, 09:14:13 AM
Fabio did well also and again way ahead of the other Yams.
MM trying to get that Honda to do what he needs.
Still capable of holding a folded front like no other.
https://youtu.be/2zd-0xULy-Y
Post by: Steffo1 on May 02, 2022, 09:49:55 AM
Pecco is back, great ride!
Fabio did well also and again way ahead of the other Yams.
MM trying to get that Honda to do what he needs.
Still capable of holding a folded front like no other.
https://youtu.be/2zd-0xULy-Y
I was a little surprised that Q couldn't close to under .4 of a second, in the final 3-4 laps. It most likely shows that Pecco had his measure and was quite comfy with his own times.
Hypothetically, I wonder how Pecco would have gone if Q got the jump at the start?
Post by: Bird on May 02, 2022, 10:10:27 AM
Post by: warthog on May 03, 2022, 09:22:57 AM
I was a little surprised that Q couldn't close to under .4 of a second, in the final 3-4 laps. It most likely shows that Pecco had his measure and was quite comfy with his own times.
Hypothetically, I wonder how Pecco would have gone if Q got the jump at the start?
Yeah it looked like Pecco had the speed.
I'd have given Pecco more chance of passing with the Duke motor but would have been interesting.
Post by: Bird on May 03, 2022, 10:49:01 AM
Suzuki to pull out of MotoGP….
The Japanese manufacturer was a mainstay in MotoGP through the 500cc era, winning world titles with the likes of Barry Sheene, Marco Lucchinelli, Franco Uncini, Kevin Schwantz and Kenny Roberts Jr.
Suzuki continued in MotoGP when it switched to the four-stroke formula, but would withdraw at the end of the 2011 season due to financial difficulties having only run one entry for Alvaro Bautista that year.
It rebuilt the project in the ensuing years and would make its full-time return in 2015, becoming race winners again in 2016 at Silverstone with Maverick Vinales having last taken a MotoGP victory in 2007.
And in 2020 Suzuki won its first world title in 20 years courtesy of Joan Mir.
Motorsport.com understands the heads of Suzuki gathered all members of the MotoGP team on Monday and communicated its decision to quit the series at the end of the year.
It is a decision that has come as a shock to all within the team.
An official announcement will likely arrive in the next few hours.
The shocking announcement has thrown the futures of 2020 world champion Mir and three-time race-winner Alex Rins into the air.
https://au.motorsport.com/motogp/news/suzuki-set-to-quit-motogp-at-the-end-of-2022/10268148/ (https://au.motorsport.com/motogp/news/suzuki-set-to-quit-motogp-at-the-end-of-2022/10268148/)
Edit: one reason
https://the-race.com/motogp/how-much-does-it-really-cost-to-run-a-motogp-team/ (https://the-race.com/motogp/how-much-does-it-really-cost-to-run-a-motogp-team/)
Post by: warthog on May 14, 2022, 12:30:43 PM
https://youtu.be/xaefdxn-o40
https://youtu.be/ffCHE6blRKA
Off the pace though so far.
Despite it testing well preseason the '22 machine aint showing race speed.
Post by: Steffo1 on May 29, 2022, 09:47:26 AM
Post by: warthog on May 29, 2022, 11:17:38 AM
https://www.crash.net/motogp/news/1003937/1/marc-marquez-step-back-motogp-and-undergo-fourth-arm-operation
Still no good that R shoulder and it being so weak is throwing extra strain on the L shoulder.
We will see.
Here's hoping it is better, I love watching him ride 8)
Post by: Bird on May 29, 2022, 01:56:34 PM
So hes out for this year, and chances are still recovering early in new season. Not good for sponsors to stay on..
Now that zook has bailed there is a few good options for replacement riders. Even midpack miller will be looking for a seat
I dont feel hes getting good advice from the people around him.
its happened before will happen again.
Post by: Steffo1 on May 29, 2022, 02:23:07 PM
Said it before but his time is up.. hate to say it but hes a young bloke with a long life ahead of him.
So hes out for this year, and chances are still recovering early in new season. Not good for sponsors to stay on..
Now that zook has bailed there is a few good options for replacement riders. Even midpack miller will be looking for a seat
I dont feel hes getting good advice from the people around him.
its happened before will happen again.
I'm tending to agree. I don't want to, but you've got to face facts, hey. :-[
I reckon he'll wake up one day, during recovery and realise the time has come. It's going to take a big call though, from someone so skilled and competitive.
Post by: warthog on May 29, 2022, 02:44:14 PM
He is however still one of the best on the planet if fit.
He has achieved alot by being the only person who can push the front of a motorcycle that hard and stay on board.
I think it is now probably harder to catch the front with the evolution of tyres, and more importantly the added down force wings have provided.
He is no longer strong enough with that shoulder either.
I still hope to see him back at the front on occasion after the surgery but don't expect to see him ever dominate again as he once did.
It was great to watch
and I hope to see a bit more wtf in future, but yes the body is not going to let him do it like he has previously.I do not want to see him physically destroyed and would hope he moderates himself a bit.
Post by: Bird on May 29, 2022, 06:14:41 PM
Quote from: Steffo1
I'm tending to agree. I don't want to, but you've got to face facts, hey. :-[
I reckon he'll wake up one day, during recovery and realise the time has come. It's going to take a big call though, from someone so skilled and competitive.
I think he will get to testing later in the year and his eyes will open, hes not the kinda bloke to just ride around like 95% of the field are these days... I also think Honda will run out of patience
Post by: warthog on May 29, 2022, 06:26:55 PM
You would expect they have realised the other riders they have can't ride the thing any better than Marc with a buggered shoulder.
They need someone else as well, as without Marquez they are nowhere.
Wont be surprised to see Joan Mir there next year.
I back a fit Marquez well ahead of him still however.
Post by: Spada on June 24, 2022, 12:04:28 PM
https://wwos.nine.com.au/motorsport/motogp-wayne-rainey-paralysed-rides-1992-world-championship-winning-bike/2b89574c-60fe-4cbf-a392-c2b1405700a6 (https://wwos.nine.com.au/motorsport/motogp-wayne-rainey-paralysed-rides-1992-world-championship-winning-bike/2b89574c-60fe-4cbf-a392-c2b1405700a6)
Post by: Bird on June 24, 2022, 12:43:16 PM
Nearly put this in the "what made me smile" thread.yea saw that .. pretty kewl
https://wwos.nine.com.au/motorsport/motogp-wayne-rainey-paralysed-rides-1992-world-championship-winning-bike/2b89574c-60fe-4cbf-a392-c2b1405700a6 (https://wwos.nine.com.au/motorsport/motogp-wayne-rainey-paralysed-rides-1992-world-championship-winning-bike/2b89574c-60fe-4cbf-a392-c2b1405700a6)
This would be kewl if it would come to AU
https://www.mcnews.com.au/yamaha-racing-heritage-club-rides-paul-ricard/ (https://www.mcnews.com.au/yamaha-racing-heritage-club-rides-paul-ricard/)
Post by: gronk on June 24, 2022, 01:02:18 PM
Nearly put this in the "what made me smile" thread.
https://wwos.nine.com.au/motorsport/motogp-wayne-rainey-paralysed-rides-1992-world-championship-winning-bike/2b89574c-60fe-4cbf-a392-c2b1405700a6 (https://wwos.nine.com.au/motorsport/motogp-wayne-rainey-paralysed-rides-1992-world-championship-winning-bike/2b89574c-60fe-4cbf-a392-c2b1405700a6)
He has previously rode another adapted race bike….and the lap times weren’t too shabby either.
Post by: Steffo1 on August 07, 2022, 07:27:07 PM
Post by: Bird on September 16, 2022, 04:03:35 PM
https://www.bikesales.com.au/editorial/details/camping-scrapped-at-phillip-island-motogp-137509/ (https://www.bikesales.com.au/editorial/details/camping-scrapped-at-phillip-island-motogp-137509/)
Post by: Steffo1 on September 17, 2022, 08:01:09 AM
Good luck finding anything now..
https://www.bikesales.com.au/editorial/details/camping-scrapped-at-phillip-island-motogp-137509/ (https://www.bikesales.com.au/editorial/details/camping-scrapped-at-phillip-island-motogp-137509/)
Organisers caught between a rock and a hard place, I suppose. Probably deterred by the recent, muddy music event and didn't want to risk having a nursery of "Preciouses" complaining.
Still, it's short notice, whichever way.
Post by: Bird on September 17, 2022, 11:31:55 AM
Quote from: Steffo1
Organisers caught between a rock and a hard place, I suppose. Probably deterred by the recent, muddy music event and didn't want to risk having a nursery of "Preciouses" complaining.agree..we've camped there before when it was wet and plenty of bikes went down in the mud too inc one of our members who broke his shoulder... wasnt all bad I got to double his girlfriend back to Sydney.. she had large airbags... was interesting.
Still, it's short notice, whichever way.
Post by: Redback on September 24, 2022, 12:58:26 PM
Post by: Bird on September 24, 2022, 05:57:31 PM
Who's where in the GP, no idea what's going on since it went to pay TV, nothing on the news at all here in Tassie, I watch the world supers now on SBS free TV.your not alone there Baz... I hear midpack miller is still mid pack...
Post by: VKPrado on September 26, 2022, 07:58:52 AM
Post by: Bird on September 26, 2022, 12:24:49 PM
Quote from: VKPrado
Miller just won his 4th race with a first in Japan :cup:did nobody else finish? ;D
Post by: Foo on September 27, 2022, 10:36:23 AM
did nobody else finish? ;D
That's a bit low. 
Foo
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Post by: Bird on October 13, 2022, 09:54:57 AM
Phillip Island GP this weekend
.. reduced camping ... no parking allowed for private vehicles... Private coaches only
Whats the bet $150 per seat
What do you do if your 1/2 way down the hume already LOL!
Dry - Quaterhorse
Wet - Vinales or Espargaró
Post by: Steffo1 on October 13, 2022, 10:38:25 AM
they just announced
Phillip Island GP this weekend
.. reduced camping ... no parking allowed for private vehicles... Private coaches only
Whats the bet $150 per seat
What do you do if your 1/2 way down the hume already LOL!
Dry - Quaterhorse
Wet - Vinales or Espargaró
What's the track like with water, overall? Rea there sections that pond, or is it a good draining track? I can't recall watching a wet race there.
A couple of mates on motorcycles, should nearly be there today. :'( :'(
Post by: Bird on October 13, 2022, 11:05:36 AM
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What's the track like with water, overall? Rea there sections that pond, or is it a good draining track? I can't recall watching a wet race there.They cancelled a Superbike meeting there few years ago due to Shit drainage - which forced them to spend a fortune on the drainage.
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A couple of mates on motorcycles, should nearly be there today. :'( :'(Same..
The issue will be most flag marshalls usually camp there at the track or around it... Our club did for years... before and after it went to Eastern creek...
Post by: Bird on October 13, 2022, 11:14:17 AM
The decision to restrict camping a month ago looks to have proven a good one due to this week’s deluge.
“The event will go on, and it’ll be sensational,” Andrew Westacott, CEO of Australian Grand Prix Corporation, told Neil Mitchell.
https://www.3aw.com.au/motogp-boss-issues-wet-weather-advice-to-those-heading-to-phillip-island/ (https://www.3aw.com.au/motogp-boss-issues-wet-weather-advice-to-those-heading-to-phillip-island/)
Post by: Bird on October 13, 2022, 09:30:34 PM
(https://cdn-1.motorsport.com/images/amp/2GzLak10/s1000/rain-on-track-1.webp)
https://au.motorsport.com/motogp/news/phillip-island-circuit-flooded-ahead-of-motogp-practice/10383791/ (https://au.motorsport.com/motogp/news/phillip-island-circuit-flooded-ahead-of-motogp-practice/10383791/)
Post by: Bird on October 16, 2022, 11:01:03 AM
Post by: Foo on October 16, 2022, 01:19:03 PM
Foo
Post by: Steffo1 on October 16, 2022, 02:31:38 PM
Geez, Miller got hit hard, ay. Wouldn't have had a clue as to what happened.
I don't think he would have been at the pointy end, but never a good thing, especially in your 'Home' event.
Post by: Bird on October 16, 2022, 09:18:40 PM
I reckon' Bag' thought/was advised to 'Just get a podium, without mixing it too much'.Midpack woulda finished midpack :D Got me some new wallpaper for the PC
Geez, Miller got hit hard, ay. Wouldn't have had a clue as to what happened.
I don't think he would have been at the pointy end, but never a good thing, especially in your 'Home' event.
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great to see Marquez up front again...