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The Race School itelf starts with a briefing, everyone gathered round a map of the track and a picture of a perfect ninety degree bend. Cadwell park has no perfect ninety degree bends. Apart from explaining the cones and flags the briefing is pretty basic. Andy: He didn’t tell you much about cornering on the track, just told you where to aim. Tim: Tips like only using the front brake were useful. John: The assumption was that you knew about riding fast.They have to tell you things you should already know, about safety... Andy: ...what they should tell you is what to expect from the bike and and how to deal with other riders... John: ...but they’ve got to underline the fact that they don’t want you to crash, and if you do go daft you’ll be black-flagged and sent off. These two share a sidecar outfit, remember. It’s time to get changed and find the bikes before a fight breaks out. More... |
© 1998 Martin Gelder