imago
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Hello, and guidance required.
Thought I'd say hello, and ask for any advice/recommendations for a TT virgin.
2009 will be my first TT, and my first visit to the IOM. It's been on my 'to do' list for a very long time, and I've finally got my backside into gear.
I know that booking early is a must, so I've booked my ferry ticket and my camping pitch (Glenlough Farm). I'll be there from Wednesday the 3rd of June, until Sunday the 14th. So now that I know I'm going I could do with some info/advice/recommendations for my time there.
I have read some of the dos and don'ts about watching the racing, signs etc. I believe that I can watch some of the run from Quarterbridge to Glen Vine from the camp site, and I'll try to see some of the starts from the grandstand. So, any other places that can be recommended to view from? Anything I should definately try and do or avoid? Anything that I won't have thought of? Basically anything that you can tell me which will be of use will be much appreciated.
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10-09-2008, 07:30 PM |
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thewitch
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RE: Hello, and guidance required.
He crept in..........................
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11-09-2008, 04:31 PM |
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imago
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RE: Hello, and guidance required.
Thanks for the tips, the phone one is particularly useful as I hadn't even considered it!
Are there any spots on the mountain which I should try and get to early to watch a race along that section?
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11-09-2008, 07:45 PM |
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thewitch
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RE: Hello, and guidance required.
Bungalow was the first place I ever watched, and you can get to it, using the electric tram from Laxey. Once you are there, you're stuck all day, but, unless it's a really horrible day (and we don't get those in the Isle of Man!!!!!), it's a great place to be. Bring your own sandwiches, beer etc... there may be a catering van, but no guarantees.
Second tip... why don't you sign up as a marshl, see from one of the best places, and help make sure the event happens.
http://www.iomttma.com !
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11-09-2008, 09:48 PM |
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RE: Hello, and guidance required.
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12-09-2008, 05:34 PM |
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imago
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RE: Hello, and guidance required.
Thanks again for the info folks.
thewitch Wrote:Second tip... why don't you sign up as a marshl, see from one of the best places, and help make sure the event happens.
Not this year, it's my first visit and I want to enjoy it to the full. Selfish? Maybe, but I'll do my bit by putting some hard earned into the IOM economy.
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13-09-2008, 12:58 PM |
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thewitch
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RE: Hello, and guidance required.
That's the spirit... now we know you're coming back!
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13-09-2008, 04:35 PM |
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