Yes, I talked to Kevin a couple of times... sounds like he will be fine... I hope he is getting some good drugs to keep the pain away... cracked or broken ribs hurt.. I am sure a card would cheer him up... or maybe the nurses are taking care of that.... Ooops..!

I had been contacted by a couple of riders.. but since my bike was not yet in transport I decided to abort this year... Some how it was just not meant to be... and I already feel like CR** not being there... those that know me, know that there is NO other place I would rather be late August, than on the IOM...!! And those that know me, heck even those that do not know me... I miss all of you already too... Just to be THERE... with all the people and all the bikes....

But I hope that the three Yanks coming over this year in the New Comers Race will bring back great memories and pictures to share... Oh yes, I may have two newbies for next year... Now please don't take advantage of these IOM Virgins..!!!

But Ago will be back, and so will my bike and I..!!!

Have a safe and fun Manx...!!!

Ron