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#1 | Manx Report datum

Wed Sep 07, 2022 11:43 pm

Hi all, not been here for a while, life/work has been a little hectic.

Just returned from a trip to the Isle of Man for the Manx/Classic call it what you want event, which I have to say wasn't up to much.

I couldn't believe the number of RS's I saw!! at home in England I always give a friendly wave when I see one (which isn't too often) but over there there was loads of us - great to see, I hope you all enjoyed riding over there as much as I did.

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#2 | RE: Manx Report datum

Thu Sep 08, 2022 1:33 pm

I have done the TT and the Manx. Loved both, but found the TT rather manic, with lots of nutters on the roads. Whereas the Manx was more laid back. If I return I would probably go for the Manx. Unless its changed of course.
What did you dislike about it BB?

Lupin Blue R1200RS SE

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#3 | RE: Manx Report datum

Thu Sep 08, 2022 9:40 pm

Hi L2RKE,
As the Festival of Motorcycling it was a good event with lots of things going on around the Island to suit different tastes (as long as you like old bikes :)). This year was very scaled down with not much going on and the Manx GP racing seemed to be a load of people I had no connection with all riding the same looking and sounding bikes. the 250cc event was a waste of time as most didn't last the course and it seemed to be more an event for the competitors rather than spectators. So that left 2 'Classic' races with a smattering of talented riders on a few interesting bikes and was reasonably entertaining.

Otherwise a lot of places on the Island were either closed or seeming to be on the brink of it. Such a shame as I love the place and love riding the roads there.

If we go back, it will be to somewhere different, may even do the Pre-TT Classic and take my GPz900R :)

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#4 | RE: Manx Report datum

Fri Sep 09, 2022 12:06 am

Interesting🤔 I was thinking of going next year... Probably for the last time, as retirement is looming fast.

Lupin Blue R1200RS SE

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#5 | RE: Manx Report datum

Fri Sep 09, 2022 11:23 am

Zitat von L2RKE im Beitrag #4
Interesting🤔 I was thinking of going next year... Probably for the last time, as retirement is looming fast.

Shoiuldn't retirement open up MORE possibilities for trips to IOM and elsewhere ? Certainly that's my philosophy

Double Lupin owner PCP free

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#6 | RE: Manx Report datum

Fri Sep 09, 2022 12:25 pm

I'd like to think that too.. Funds permiting😉

Lupin Blue R1200RS SE

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#7 | RE: Manx Report datum

Fri Sep 09, 2022 2:47 pm

Zitat von BizzyBee im Beitrag #3
Otherwise a lot of places on the Island were either closed or seeming to be on the brink of it. Such a shame as I love the place and love riding the roads there.

Why are they closing? Over here, our tourist areas are relatively packed. I've been helping my niece do house renovations in Vermont (Montpelier, area) this summer, and the lodging and restaurant industry seems to be doing well.

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#8 | RE: Manx Report datum

Fri Sep 09, 2022 4:19 pm

Zitat von Mr. 36654 im Beitrag #7
Zitat von BizzyBee im Beitrag #3
Otherwise a lot of places on the Island were either closed or seeming to be on the brink of it. Such a shame as I love the place and love riding the roads there.

Why are they closing? Over here, our tourist areas are relatively packed. I've been helping my niece do house renovations in Vermont (Montpelier, area) this summer, and the lodging and restaurant industry seems to be doing well.

There is a monopoly on the ferry service. It has a terrible reputation for being poor quality and over-priced which has turned a lot of people against it. Plus they had two very lean years with no TT with the island locked down. Add to that a rapidly ageing population and those marginal businesses have closed as they are not attractive enough for the next generation to take over, so they leave to the mainland for university then do not return.

Other tourist areas of the UK seem to be doing well and prices for accommodation are rocketing due to demand. Motorhomes have become very popular. Whether that demand continues in light of rampant inflation as many pubs and restaurants are struggling to make a profit even with the inflated prices. People might go away but stay in an Airbnb and self cater from Tesco rather than eat out.

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#9 | RE: Manx Report datum

Thu Sep 15, 2022 11:38 pm

The isle of Man is a unique place and being an island has a lot of disadvantages - as a tourist you can't just turn up. It is not really possible to explain the situation to anyone who has never experienced the place, it is no longer the prosperous place it once was.

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#10 | RE: Manx Report datum

Fri Oct 21, 2022 6:45 pm

Thanks all for your replies.

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#11 | RE: Manx Report datum

Sat Nov 26, 2022 7:42 pm (Last edited: Sat Nov 26, 2022 7:42 pm)

Zitat von L2RKE im Beitrag #2
I have done the TT and the Manx. Loved both, but found the TT rather manic, with lots of nutters on the roads. Whereas the Manx was more laid back. If I return I would probably go for the Manx. Unless its changed of course.

I echo your sentiments.

I went to the 2002 TT won by David Jeffries, RIP. Got to sit at Rhencullen before it was closed to spectators. But there were too many nutters riding at 10/10ths and the crowds were 10 to 15 people deep at places like Ballaugh Bridge.

Whereas, when I went to the Manx in 2014, I could saunter right up to the barrier. Much more enjoyable and the racing looks the same as the regular TT from the side of the road. Plus, there�s a ton of cool old bikes to drool over.

Going to try to link to my pictures:

Manx GP

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