(18-08-2009, 02:05 PM)an old man returns Wrote: I think a good thing to introduce would be 'a maximum of two valve per cylinder'. Should level the playing field a tad.......off to load up sailing soon

Only 62 entries, without a doubt due to a number of factors, but the four that are the most likely contenders are:

Course Licence

Economy

A large proportion of Classic riders are "of a certain age", and are naturally retiring from racing- and there are a few, but not so many younger riders taking their place.

Younger rider need sponsors- after all how can a 19- 25 year old afford a Manx or the like.

As far as the Paton and MV scenario goes, we of course all have different views, and of course it is well documented where I stand on this. As far as I am aware however, the only Sponsor to categorically pull out of the Classic is Fred Warmsley, siting the Paton, although there has been many talk about it. In addition there are now a number of entries that weren't there before Steve rode the Paton there for the first time, so in fact increasing the Field.

So imposing a two valve per cylinder rule (and yes I am aware this is "tongue in cheek"!) will have the effect of reducing the field even further- is that a great idea ?

See you all over there, regards,

Carole