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Click to view race reports Winter Series Championship Awards Two Valleys race report 8th June Daryl’s Husky Bolt Flys at Matchams Park Daryl’s Crowned King of the Castle Dorchester’s Fort Weatherby Releases A Flying Husky Bolt
(The Flying Bolt Race Winner Daryl Bolter) It was a crisp early winter morning, where Jack Frost had risen before the morning light and had laid its crisp white canapé across the previously green farm-land blanket. The Sun climbed slowly and almost laboured into the clear crisp sky inch by inch, it rose just slowly to start, it began to win its climatic dual as frosty breath and gloves began to subside. The weeks of rain had ensured a ground that suppressed and was left concaved with the tread of marching boots.
(Si-Wakley a long way down) The open fields were broken by steep jumps and whooped out rhythm section and corners that rutted, and rutted deeper, and then deeper again with each and every passing lap, forcing total concentration and constant rider line changes. The Riders all on parade and ready, and the front row: a real mouth watering appetite wetter for the Enduro gastronomic with Daryl Bolter, Si Wakely, Jason Frasier, Jonathan Hayman and Jon Hinman all ready to draw swords and dual at the drop of the flag.
(Greg Pascoe RUTTED!)
(Easy Tiger an unusual rut riding style) So it was left to Daryl and Jason Frasier to contend for the day’s top honours, which Daryl duly accepted on 13 laps with Jason just five minutes behind him with Jonathan Hayman in 3rd on 12-laps.
(Jason Frazier in rather retro Colour Combination!!)
(Even the trail boys got in on the air display) In the over 40’s expert Adrian Cowshall went one better than his brother with first place breaking 2nd place Pete Archers winning monopoly in this class, with Nick Dyer in third also on 11-laps, though surely rider of the day in this group has to go to Tom Moore who was just 10 seconds back in fourth.
(Smokin!!!)
(Oh My God I’ve got the Holeshot!!!) In the Sportsman over 40’s it was another 30 points in the bag for Andrew Solcombe the only rider on 10-laps with Gerhard Wallis 2nd on 9-laps with Lee Welch in 3rd.
(Take the Shot quick I’ve got both wheels are off the ground!!!)
(Kevin Butt almost through the hard route) In the Sportsman 4-banger Matcham’s fourth place Tristan Fisher climb to top spot on 9-laps with second place Noel James just a minute ahead of 3rd place Chris Guy.
(Does my bug look big in these!!1) Dorchester’s Fort Weatherby And so to Castle Park on 9th March see you all there.As the dust settled on the adult race it was the turn of over 115 youth entrants to line up to attack the course.
Round 2 Race Report Matchams Park Jason Fraser :GAME ....SET & MATCH...........AMS 20th January 2008 Matchams Park saw the return of Track nTrail on Sunday, with a magnificent turnout of 450 adult and youth riders this event was always going to be one to remember. What an event for the organisers to test out their new transponder timing system!!!! Despite the heavy rain of the previous weeks, the 3 drier days prior to the event had left the track conditions looked good for Sunday. There were a few places with standing water and some of the lower corners of the GP Track were like a sandy bog which led to a steep uphill which became a challenging hill climb which claimed many and became littered with bikes on the first few laps.
JON HINAM MOUNTS A THE STEEP UP HILL, UNLIKE ONE OF HIS FELLOW RIDERS ON HIS WAY TO THIRD PLACE. Entering the Super cross track there was a hard route up the stairs leading to a whoop section, with only Matt Ridgeway managing to clear the double on each lap. Expert rider James Gammons having a rare outing tried to clear the heavily rutted Ski jump but came up short, which curtailed his race. The twisting woods soon became cut up with only the real pace setters carrying the speed needed to cross the top of the whoops. The woods linked up with the stadium across service tracks and car parks and as they entered the stadium the riders went wheel spinning up the straight to the sweeping right hander. Young Oliver Pope, the Super moto champion, stepping the rear wheel out on the tarmac showing everyone how to broadside. With the Championship being left wide open by the date change :-causing the absence of Darryl Bolter and Simon Wakely, who were away training in Spain, The Championship class saw Matt Ridgeway, sponsored by Fowlers Hardcore KTM, last off the line but by the time they left The GP track he had blasted himself past all 20 championship riders taking first place, putting in the fastest lap of the day on his first lap with a time of 17 minutes and 15 seconds. Howeve Matt could not hold this pace for the duration and having lost his front brake for the end of the race , it was the experienced Jason Frazer who paced himself throughout and despite having clutch problems put in his 2 fastest laps at the end, his last being 17 minutes 17 second which gave him a 1 minute and 20 second win over Matt at race end.
JASON FRASER: 74 PACED HIMSELF THROUGH THE WET AND MUDDY RACE TO TAKE A WELL DESERVED TOP SPOT IN THE CHAMPIONSHIP CLASS Third place Jon Hinam, Husaberg supported, getting a good start eventually passing Fraser in the early parts but with his Master Cylinder causing problems and having to pit regularly with a small tank he could not hold this position and finished 1 minute behind Matt. Ross Blackmore returned to form this event and was the 4th rider on 10 laps. Tim Hunt who always puts in a good performance on the tough events had a poor start but held his position throughout the race and took 5th on 9 laps.
GREG PASCOE :24 SPLASHES THROUGH THE MUD AS HE COMPETES 9 LAPS TO TAKE RUNNER UP SPOT IN THE EXPERT CLASS Greg Pascoe has returned to the expert class and put in an excellent performance to take the 2nd place from Tim Ponting by 7 seconds. First place was taken by Husaberg Rider Oliver Pope who took a second win of the series showing that he has amazing ability across disciplines. All were on 9 laps. Peter Archer and Ian Proudfoot continue to dominate the Over 40’s Expert class. With Peter as usual holding Ian off to take first. Michael Brooks in his first Track n Trail event for a while came in 3rd, all on 9 laps.
MICHAEL BROOKS:955 TOOK THIRD IN THE OVER 40’S EXPERT.
MARCUS DOMINATES MASSIVE TURNOUT AT MATCHAMS The youth entry was a fantastic turn out of over 125 riders. With this large competition with lots of new faces making an excellent effort to stir up the final results. But the regular riders used their experience to dominate the top positions. All the young riders were thrilled by the mix of riding that the track offered them. With the absence of Marty Coombes and Scott Clifford from the days events Marcus Alba was left without his usual battle and only the time to race against. He put in a great performance and comfortable took first place on a fantastic 10 laps. Liam Curtis Stevens and Joe Dyke repeated their battle from Castle Park with Liam once again taking 2nd with only one minute between them. Both were on 9 laps. The biggest class of the day the Big Wheel 85’s saw the return of Todd Kellett who when he joins us always makes an impression. Today was no different with him taking 1st place, although Steve Holcombe was gaining on him throughout finishing only 1 minute behind in 2nd and George Baylis snapping at his heels just 19 seconds after. All were on 9 laps. The 85 Small wheel class saw 10 riders complete an incredible 7 laps. First place went to Callum Voisey who only held off Charlie Bower by 37 seconds. Charlie Frost came in 2 minutes after in third.
PHOTO: TODD KELLETT COMPLETED 7 LAPS TO TAKE RUNNER UP SPOT IN THE 65CC CLASS. The 65cc Class saw the return of Todd Kellett on 7 laps , who was the only rider to give Dylan Baynton any type of challenge but as usual Dylans gutsy style kept him out front, on an amazing 8 laps which would have put him 18th in the overall field. Third place went to Bradley Copeland on 6 laps After such an excellent Days racing we are all looking forward to the next event at Track n Trails, new venue Weatherby Fort, Near Dorchester on 10th February. Daryl’s King of the Castle Photos by www.imageconsortium.co.uk Report by Mark Morris Sunday saw the first round of the 5-race Husqvarna sponsored Winter Series, with 340 adult riders signed up due to the ever smiling, yet cold, Sue and Lucy had their work cut out with this one, starting fifteen minutes early to ensure the youth race ran on time. Mike and the team had laid on an eleven mile cracker of a track, that offered everything, fast open flowing racing with a number of tight woods that ran through varying terrains and soil types, the wood flowed and really allowed those that dared to attack
(Watch out, the bravery of the camera team) The track was a total rework of last years, and was vastly extended across a host of new virgin lines, the 4x4 circuit still featured with mud filled bomb holes and its un-comprising jump landing run offs, which commanded the utmost respect from those airborne flight pilots, with seatbelts fasten and trays upright for a bumpy landing.
(Andrew Frampton through the mud filled bomb hole) The wooden terrain was a silent stealth that ensured that those that cut its twisty nadgery lines, did so with great care as what looked so innocent and inviting was cloaked with a hooded darkness of the unknown, a mis-placed wheel, or for those that dare to cut a new line the wood soon revealed its hidden dark secrets. The course took on a new forum as the race wound on, ruts formed through the long wooded sections, and as fatigue set in, riders began to look like the drunken uncle at a wedding, as arms, legs and bodies flapped and gaggled rhythmically uncoordinated from their machines below.
(Alan Morrison up up and away) Mike had ensured that all riders attended the safety briefing early and the parade lap was underway on time, with all of the riders back on the line to observe the two minutes silence at 11.00am, which all riders and spectators did without a sound. At 11.02 the engines roared into life as they warmed up for the main event. The front row resembled a star studded BEC line up with both Team Husky riders in attendance, Daryl Bolter British Enduro Champion and Senior E1 European Enduro Championship winner sat alongside fellow teammate Si Wakley who had recently added the Junior E2/3 European Enduro Champion to his CV. Jon Hinman made up an all star cast, and was first away as the flag dropped, with Si quickly hunting him down as the track twisted and turned across the corn field.
(Jon Hinman off to a flyer) Mark Cornick also made a flyer and was at the sharp end of the hunt as he turned the KTM through the flowing bends of the onset of the lap. Mark keen to make an impact on the Winter Series championship from race one, was well placed before the wood struck, with hidden stump breaking his toe. It seemed that Daryl had struggled to get away cleanly though like a cat on the Serengeti, he was quickly closing in on his pray, as the Husky turned tight and fast.
(Gary Green Airborne) Daryl had gained the lead at the end of the first lap and began to pull a margin over Si with John chasing hard in third. Many of the riders were totally surprised to see Daryl sat motionless in the woods as he’d stopped to give fuel to Si (now there’s team work!) this then in turn left Daryl short, but he who managed to splutter back to the pits just on reserve and with bike emptier than Mike’s wallet when it’s his round!! (Daryl and Si In a Husky Sport Synchronized Jumping Display) All re-fuelled and remounted, The Husky sport boys were quickly on race pace, and it was Daryl who claimed the Husky team bragging rights over a hard fought Si Wakley, the two riders separated by an excellent ride by the young Jon Hinman in second.
(The winner of this wheelie competition was Darren Osborne, a great wheelie, and the only wheelie caught on camera C’mon everyone let’s have bit of an effort at the next race please!!!) The Expert Over 40’s were next in line for the off with Antonio Caroli on board a kwacker, no at second glance it was simply Jerry Howell (obviously the Stephen Sword costume was in the wash!!!). Tom Moore made a great start on the now fully operational KTM, but it was the gruesome twosome of Pete Archer and Ian Proudfoot again to top the group in first and second respectively, with Adam Taylor a close third.
(Phil Studley stops and offers some trackside maintenance to Sportsman’s over 40’s Barry Spencer) Next the experts sat motionless as all eyes and heads looked right as the flag frisked in the crisp Autumn air, Go, and it was Euan Harrison who was first to respond, the yellow Husaberg roared up the first straight spewing dirt and debris on the chasing hoards into the sweeping right hand bend.
(Mr. Consistent himself Euan Harrison attacks the woods) What a tight competitive race, which saw the top six riders separated by just six minutes. It was the young and impressive Oliver Pope that took all 30-points with Will Payne in second less than a minute behind Mr. Consistent Euan Harrison in third. In the Clubman 2-Stroke Class, which along with the experts stretched as far as the eye could see. Kevin Rumming was back to winning ways and was one of two riders in the class to break 8-laps with Tony Primmer in 2nd place, 3rd place Chris Blackmore just missed out by the merest of margins on that elusive 8th lap. In the Clubman 4-Banger it was only Martin Brown that managed the 8-lap mark, with second place Dean Lukins only a minute off, with Stuart Jackson hot on his heels in third
(Stuart Moxom nailing it on the start straight, Hang on son!!) In the Sportsman 2-Stroke 4-minutes separated the top five riders, with it left to Giles Richardson to cross the line first just a minute ahead of Stephen Rolls in second, with Mike Ridgeway in 3rd.
(And I’ve Only Just Bloody cleaned it ,as Tom Bradley takes the dirty route) Sportsman 4-Banger group saw a three way tussle with the top three riders all on 7-laps, with just 4-minutes separating all three. Tristan Fisher was the first home with Chris Guy hot on his heels, with Jason Coombes taking the last podium spot. The Sportsman Over 40’s saw no less than 6-riders all complete 7-laps each, with Adam Warne just piping Andrew Slocombe into 2nd place, with Mike Hill in 3rd.
(Andrew Edwards takes the plunge) Last but by no means least the Trail group, one rider clearly shone with David Thomas the only man to claim 7-laps, with Ian Simpson in second place on 6-laps and Matt Casey in 3rd also on 6-laps.
(Trail Group 3rd Place Matt Casey on the jump Ascent ramp) Ladies and gentleman as this is the last race report before Christmas please accept the best wishes from us all here a TnT Towers wishing you a very Happy Christmas and prosperous 2008. Thank you all for your support and we look forward to seeing you all at Matchams in January 2008. Yes Ladies and Gentleman that’s right, it’s Matchams again, see you there!! And Finally Shit Happens People!!!!!
(Paul Penton proving that at times life is just full of bull.............) Round 7 of the Gas Gas Sponsored Summer Series Set in the rolling hills of Maiden Newton, Track n Trails final round of the summer championship proved to be one of the best of the series . With a eight mile lap, a wide terrain and perfect track conditions the riders were eager to get the race underway after the sighting lap. With only 5 scores counting from the 7 race series, there were a large group of riders wanting to improve their championship positions and hoping for a trophy or two. The Championship class was hotly contended, after Mark Cornick who was dead last off the start line fought his way into first before the end of the first lap, and was then persistently chased by Derry Millings and David Biles, but a puncture saw David retiring just after the first hour. Mark managed to hold Derry at bay for all but the final lap when a mistake on one of the hills saw Mark loop his bike and Derry take his chance for the win 1 minute ahead of Mark. Jon Hayman who has been consistent all series took third 7 minutes behind the leading pair.
Mark Cornick Joe Duncan , Euan Harrison and Tim Haworth all led the experts class at various times with Joe eacking out a minutes advantage at the flag from Euan, Tim dropping back by five minutes. All were on nine laps.
Joe Duncan The Over 40’s experts was again dominated by Peter Archer who put on a supreme display to complete 10 laps from his rivals Ian Proudfoot and Bill Richards, both on 9 laps. Rally Car star Marcus Dodd showed he’s just as good on 2 wheels as on 4, claiming a 20 second winning margin in the Clubman 2 Stroke class. Jake Morphey a gallent second and Darren Gregory third, all on 9 laps. Jon Beer, usually only at the events to support his son in the youth events, showed that riding is in the blood and put in a stella performance in Clubman 4 stroke with a 5 minute winning margin from his nearest rivals Gary Green and Brad Perrett. In the Sportsman classes Bradly Hacker was the first home of the 2 stroke riders, Seb Dexter riding hard for second and Simon Robinson a well deserved third. The 4 stroke pilots Dean Lukins, Kevin Everington and Paul Davey filled the podium positions, all completing 8 laps and separated by just over 5 minutes at the flag. Neville Frampton saw off a late challenge from Mark Chadbourne to ensure his first win of the series, by just 50 seconds in the Over 40’s sportsman, both on 8 laps. Colin Fox held off Michael Hill to grab third. The Trail bike victor was 16 year old Luke Wilkinson who showed his rivals only his rear view with a dominant one laps win from Gary Hutchins and Terry Keel, both on 7 laps. MARTY’S AMAZING AT MAIDEN
Marty Coombes In the 85 Big Wheel class Rupert Potter was determined to have a good round to secure the 2nd place championship position. He did what he had to do which was to finish ahead of Dan Fidler ( both on 7 laps) but could only manage 2nd with the win going to George Baylis on an excellent 8 laps. Tyler Proudfoot took another win in the 85 Small Wheel class, on 7 laps but only finished 1 minute ahead of Drew Slevin, who has steadily improved his positions throughout the series, this being his best performance of all. Aaorn O’Mahony taking third place, just missing out on his 7th lap. The Pocket Rocket, Dylan Baynton, back for the last round, led by a lap and finishing 11th overall on a 65cc......unbelievable!! Harry Sherman came a very respectable 2nd on 6 laps and Mitchell Miller finishing 2 ½ minutes behind with determination and no thoughts of giving up, despite two flat tyres. With this excellent Summer series now complete, Track n Trail looks forward to the first round of the Winter Series 14th November, to be sponsored by Husqvarna, at Castle Park, near Dorchester. SNIPPETS
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TIMING Track n Trail are introducing a new state of the arc timing system that will revolutionise Hare & Hounds & endure timing with its high speed passive transponder system from Dag.Round 5&6 of the Gas Gas Sponsored Summer Series Blackwoood 2 Day Hare & Hounds and Hill Climb, South Wales Report by Mike Grounds Track n Trail ventured into Wales for the first time putting on a large 2 day event with a hill climb thrown in for an evening’s entertainment at the fabulous Blackwood location with Jeff Miles really pushing the boat out and making the whole of the stunning farm available. Saturday started with the adult Hare & Hounds going first on a very technical track, starting with the motor cross track which was a mixture of an old school layout with some fantastic jump combinations. Then leading out to the grassy farm land through some small quarries leading to the far end, through a dried up bog with some deep gorges and a real extreme hard route, which led riders down over a 15 foot sheer drop, into a rocky stream bed, with rock pools and drops, which if you were brave enough would save about 30seconds on a very long easy route. With woods, some long twisty climbs and descents this all added up to an 8 mile course with even Jon Hinman the overall winner, managing 8 laps. The course was reversed on Sunday with Mike changing many of the sections to give riders the feel of a completely different course. On Saturday the Championship class saw Chris Brown leading the first lap with Jon Hinam taking the lead for the next 4 laps and Derry Millings holding second. In the final stages it looked as though the win was between Chris Brown and David Biles. But with Chris running out of fuel, Jon managed to steal the win by just 30 seconds ahead of David. Sunday saw Jon take a much more convincing win over Derek Bawn who could not hold onto his early lap lead. Joe Duncan usually at the sharp end of the expert competition, weaving his way through the dried bog, unfortunately rode his bike into a great, big cavern, unable to retrieve his bike until help arrived, this saw the end of his challenge on Saturday but he took 2nd on Sunday. All the adults in all classes had a tremendous weekends riding and a great weekend supporting the youth race. Most were taken back by the sheer determination and gutsy riding of the youth competitors and their amazing ability. In the 125 it was, as always Marcus Alba and Scott Clifford were pushing each other all the way with Marcus coming out on top on Saturday 2 minutes ahead of Scott. Joe Dyke was third a full lap behind. On Sunday It was Scott who got the upper hand taking his lead to a full 4 minutes ahead. An on form Ollie Portlock moved up from a disappointing 9th on day 1 to third on Sunday. In the 85ccBig wheel class Marty Coombes secured his Championship by bringing in maximum points on both days. Ben Dowdeswell took 2nd on both days. Rupert Potter having taken third on Saturday gave up the chase on Sunday to step in and help an injured rider. George Baylis taking third spot on Sunday. The small wheel 85cc class on Saturday went to Aaron O’Mahony who overhauled Tyler Proudfoot, with Tommy Alba taking third. Sunday saw Tyler back on top form leading by a whole lap from Drew Slevin and Joshua Ford in third. Christian Corthorn and Lewis Dowdeswell battled closely on Saturday and Sunday in the 65cc class. Saturday was to be Christians day but Sunday went to Lewis. It was Mitchell Miller who took third on Saturday but he was nudged into fourth on Sunday by Luke Rudd. The evening’s hill climb on Saturday was pure entertainment. Mike had laid on a technical hill climb that steadily increased in difficulty. With a good number of strong competitors and a full army of spectators the event was highly charged from start to finish. Many of the riders made it up two thirds of the way with cheers and whoops from those watching. But it was the last section that sorted the men from the boys and the crowd cheers for the successful could be heard at the start line 200 meters below. King of the Hill was awarded to Tom Smith for the speed and style with which he tackled the hill, firing the crowd up by finishing one handed! The youth King of the Hill was awarded to Chris Evans who using all of his aggression and skill got within spitting distance of the top, with the crowd dragging him over the finish line. Thanks to all, for coming and making the weekend a great success. The final summer round is at Maiden Newton Nr Dorchester, 14th October. |
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