Even the most seasoned riders need to brush up on their game to race around the Island. The first week of the Manx Grand Prix (MGP), is all about practice. The riders are grouped by class, then take off one by one down Bray Hill (the start/finish line) and speed around the course, getting in as many laps as the time will allow.
One of our favourite spots to watch is called Ballacrane, where the riders speed along a straightaway, then have to make a sharp right hand turn to start heading north. It is very exhilarating to watch the riders lean their bikes over to make the turn. I still can't believe that they don't tumble over for that maneuver.
These little guys were just hanging around!!
Coming up....a day in the paddock!
From Montreal, an enjoyable way to start the day
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