Okay, I was thinking more of the speed aspect of things, and whether or not id be p*ssing off the 'big boys' on their fancy 'proper bikes' as I dithered along at 30odd mph, complete with pedals?
It'll only be my 4th trip to the island, first one unaccompanied, so im a little wary of what to expect.

Speaking about memorable people, has anyone met "John from Runcorn"? Absolutely out of his head completely, comes over for four weeks to include the racing, but never goes to watch himself.