Paper entries are still welcome, though use of the online form is preferred.
ENTRIES CLOSE ON FRIDAY 3rd OCTOBER 2025 AT MIDDAY.
The 2025 route will follow a similar route to last year, around the Tamar Valley and West Devon to begin, with our mid-trial rest stop at the Fox & Grapes, Lifton, before competitors head towards the coast and North Cornwall for the afternoon hills. The favourites are included, and we have a several new hills planned along the route too, as we aim to make the trial appealing to all classes and competitors.
The start venue will again be at Proper Ansome Café in Launceston and the finish at the popular Wilsey Down pub, where trailer parking will be available in the adjoining cattle market car park, only a couple of miles from the last sections.
We hope you will join us on the 12th October and we look forward to offering you a good day’s trialling in a beautiful part of Devon and Cornwall.
We now have the final Results for Sunday’s Ron Beer Trial. Congratulations to Alan Murton for winning the Ron Beer Trophy. The full results can be downloaded by clicking on the link below.
Classes 1 and 3 amalgamated, classes 5 and 6 amalgamated for awards.
Launceston and North Cornwall Motor club would like to thank all competitors, marshals and officials for participating. We hope to see you all again next year.
Congratulations to Gareth White who was the overall winner of the trial and Dave Robinson who won the combined classes 2 and 3. Also congratulations to Andy Seward for winning the Class 0 Award, Stan who got a 1st Class Award and Ashley Ruby who won the Junior Award.
The next Sporting Trial is scheduled for Saturday 17th June ( Day before Camel Vale Calvin Trial) at Higher Frankaborough Farm, Broadwood, Lifton. The regs and entry form are on the website.
So another month has shot past me and it’s back to the keyboard to try and conjure up something interesting for you. Our recent David Ayers Sporting Trial held at Marshgate by kind permission of David Langley was well attended, the weather was also suitably organised, rain was not on the menu so the waterproofs were left well alone, I will give you a run down on the event later.
Our recent committee meeting was well attended with various items being discussed, Andrew Rippon gave us a résumé of the recent ACTC meeting, interestingly there is no official tyre list, the general principle is that tyres used in classic trials should not have a gap wider than 8mm, anyone not sure on their tyre eligibility should consult the ACTC website. There is concern over the possible movement of dates for the 2023 season, in particular, the date of the Tamar Trial is under threat, hopefully, this can be avoided.
One item that has been discussed at the committee many times is first aid, we have on two occasions booked someone from an organisation to be responsible for this and both times they have failed to appear on the day. With this in mind we are attempting to get some of the committee members trained in the hope that we will at least have someone at an event with some knowledge of first aid. We cannot however guarantee that in the event of mouth to mouth resuscitation being required that the person administering it will have shaved that day.!
Should and members feel they want to attend a committee meeting they are very welcome to sit in, there is even a Bar, our next meeting is on Thursday the 6th October 7.30pm at Tresmeer Village Hall.
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No Chairman’s Chat this month unfortunately so here is a newspaper cutting of our esteemed chairman from 2001 at the water splash Knighton.
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Going back to our visit to Prescott in July, during the lunch break we visited the on-site Bugatti Museum . Although the museum is not huge it showcases a lovely range of the “Bugatti Products” , not just cars but all sorts of innovative engineering ideas which would not normally spring to mind when the word “Bugatti” is mentioned. The price tags are eye watering, several noughts follow a number but the cars themselves are both exquisite and possibly somewhat ostentatious, if one drove down any high street it could be the cause of several neck injuries as people turned in surprise at what was passing them, dream on.
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Forthcoming Events
POSTPONED. Our touring assembly booked for the 2nd of October has been postponed until the spring, unfortunately, it clashed with another one on the same day which was also being held locally, but at least the route planning is done so our chairman and secretary can sit back and wait until next year to enjoy.
7th & 8th October many of our members will be travelling north to take part in the MCC Edinburgh Trial, good luck and hope it all goes well for you.
16th of October we have our Pete Cooper Memorial Tamar Classic Trial, entries are already coming in for this so if you don’t want to miss out get yours in. The organising committee are working hard to make this a great event so please give it your support, yes, we need marshals so if you are available please contact any committee member or myself.
11th of December is the date for the Ron Beer Sporting trial to be held at Ashleigh Lifton, more on this in the November news
Back in 2000 Vivien and myself along with a trusty band of volunteers used to run the Launceston Trial as a full road going trial. Knighton was used as a special test, always a bit of an unknown element until the day of the trial as you could never be sure of the river level. It wasn’t unusual to see someone get out of their car in the middle of the river (Clive Calber, Sticker Martin?) and remove all their spark plugs in order to pump the water back out of the engine cylinders, motorcycle riders could also be dumped unceremoniously in the river after hitting a hidden boulder.
The photo below was produced in the Western Morning News , (photo by Peter Sentance) in 2000, Adrian Dommett and Judy Philps, pictured in the water splash at Knighton, Judy is already preparing herself for a dousing.
David Ayers Sporting Trial
With an entry of 14 on the day we all assembled before the start of the trial for a 2 minutes silence in honour of the passing of our Queen. Following this Warin Kelly gave a quick briefing to all congregated and then it was off to the hills on the lower side of David Langley’s farm at Marshgate. We were to complete four hills in the morning three times and a repeat of that but a different set of hills in the afternoon.
I was given the pleasure of passengering Andy Prosser, the car had recently had a change of ignition system which was proving far more reliable than the old one so it was a case of “all guns blazing”, or is it all ribs bruising? Section 1 wasn’t too bad with all the twists and turns expected on this type of event, sections 2 & 3 were like climbing grassy stairs with a loop around some gorse bushes and repeat, not only did you have to be quite quick to change positioning in order to get the best weight distribution but somehow manage to keep a grip or risk being thrown out, as luck would have it I did manage to stay with the car although on the last attempt of section 1 the only contact I had with the car was my backside , legs and arms were flailing helplessly before I managed anything that resembled the composure of a proper passenger. I once heard it termed as being an old man’s sport, to some extent this is true, if you aren’t at the beginning of the day you feel pretty much like it by the end of the day.
When lunchtime arrived we all travelled back up to the car park for a bite to eat and a chat and a chance to add more padding . Back down to the slopes, the afternoon hills were much more hidden whereas the morning ones were open to be seen much easier, I can’t remember an awful lot about the afternoon round with the exception of going up a hill leaning out as far as possible and realising I was staring into the lens of the MSUK photographer who had been despatched to the depths of Cornwall to cover the two day sporting trial festival jointly held with Camel Vale Motor Club. Somehow I survived the full day even if I walked like a Robot for three days after. When the results were read out Andy and I had won one of the classes , well done Andy, all worth it.
Results David Ayers trophy Thomas Bricknell First Class award Andy Wilks Blue Class award Jason Daniel Frank Ayers trophy Andy Prosser
So it was a very enjoyable day, held in lovely weather and a great relaxed atmosphere, well done to all, organisers, competitors and of course a big thanks to all the marshals who without you we would be struggling to run these events and to David Langley who as landowner we are very grateful. J.T. ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Tailpiece.
So not much more to tell you, I managed on the 3rd attempt this year to attend a big scooter gathering over the last weekend but it’s alright I won’t bore you with that (yet). In a few days Vivien and I will be travelling North for a well earned break although I have been given the privilege by the MCC to take time out of it and be out on section at 4.00am for a marshalling stint on Middleton Moor, wherever that is!
All for this month J.T. Newsletter contributions to billjan299@gmail.com
Congratulations to Jason Daniels who won the event and will receive the Spry Trophy. The runners-up were Jerome Fack and Nigel Shute who both won class awards.
Thanks to all the competitors and marshall for a great event.
I don’t know how many of you are really thinking of motorsport or jobs to do in the garage, at the moment there is a big focus on the Jubilee Celebrations with village halls buzzing and street parties taking over neighbourhoods, perhaps it gives people time to reflect and enjoy what they have, away from our little island there is more than enough turmoil to contend with.
The club recently had a stand at the Launceston Steam & Vintage Rally, an ideal showcase for us to show the general public what we are all about, we had a good variety of machines present 2,3,&4 wheeled varieties and several members on hand to talk to anyone interested to know more, thanks to all the committee members for giving up their time, in particular Andrew and Lorraine Rippon for coordinating everything and taking charge, well, except for the erecting of the gazebos which was confusing as always but Lisa sorted it out by reading the instructions, we men aren’t big on reading instructions.
Chairman’s Chat
I hope you are all enjoying the spring weather although the temperature outside today is more conducive to writing this contribution than some fettling in the garage.
Our last event was the Northgate Trophy Sporting Trial and this was unfortunately curtailed due to Roy Hartley having a heart attack. Thanks particularly to Andy Prosser and other club members for their assistance for Roy and to the ambulance crew for helping them gain access down across the field and difficult terrain. The ambulance took Roy post haste to Exeter where he underwent expert care and treatment. Following his treatment Andy collected him from hospital and reports that Roy is now recovering with his family. We all wish him well and look forward to seeing him in the not-too-distant future.
The club is assisting the MCC to run a number of sections local to us and I am liaising with Launceston Town Council and Cornwall Council to arrange the lunch halt. The competitors will be in the Cornwall Council Race Hill car park from 11.30am onwards. Pat Gomm is officiating at the time controls in the car park and would appreciate offers of help. They are then due to pass though Launceston town centre to be waved off by a dignitary. Hopefully this will give Launceston a view of classic trials vehicles and help to promote our sport.
We are now looking forward to the summer events on our calendar and I hope to see as many of you as possible at those. There may be more news of social events as well soon.
Joe Caudle Chairman
SPORTING TRIAL FESTIVAL 21/5/2022
The Midland Trials Car Club announced plans to run a festival to cover Heritage ,Historic, Post-Historic & Modern cars & it seemed like a good idea to take part. However, because it was scheduled for a Saturday , when Nigel normally works ,the plan was shelved. I think we have all become a little ‘can I be bothered ‘ over the last 2 years & the thought of a three & half hour trip was off putting . Then with just over a week to go Nigel comes back with’ I have the day off’, so we are going.
Up at 4.30 & left home by 5.00. Overtaken by Murt’s van between Taunton & Bristol. Stop at Gloucester services & there was Murt ,Gill & Nigel Hosken at the counter . We took a brief stop for a bacon bap & expresso.
On crossing the car park I heard ‘ that brings back memories’, so got talking ‘did you compete’, answer ‘No but my family did, named Penhale ‘ . Is that from Holsworthy ? Yes my Dad was Allin Penhale. Reply –‘ I competed with your brother Richard in Sporting Trials in the 1980’s ‘ What a small world. For course Allin Penhale will be remembered by members of my age and older as a very successful regular competitor in Classic trials winning many of our Trophies .Richard is now living in Denver having been in the USA for many years. Photos of me & car were taken to send to Denver .
We then set off for Long Compton with Murt in pursuit & arrived on site at 8.45 where a large number of competitors were already parked. There were many familiar faces ,some from the classic car world & others not seen for a good many years. The format was- 3 Trials
HERITAGE ( entry 28)
Basically, 1950’s road going without fiddle brakes& including 11 Dellows & an Allard. These tackled 6 sections on the lower slopes 3 times. Familiar faces included Dave & Anna Robinson, Pete Tudor & Roger Ashby
HISTORIC & POST HISTORIC (55 Entries )
Historics are NTF cars from 1953 to early 1970’s with fiddle brakes & there were 30 side valve Cannons plus other specials. These guys appear to have an emphasis on having a jolly good time & often dress in period attire –namely flat cap, tweeds & tie. Also look to have a good picnic.Definitely from another era. Post Historics are NTF cars from early 1970’s to 1978 with mainly BMC A series , Imp ,Renault 16 & Ford crossflow engines & drum brakes. Again these classes tackled 6 sections 3 times on the medium slopes
MODERN ( entry 34)
This was the Jacobean Trial being a round of the BTRDA Championship. We tackled 6 sections 3 times on the steepest terrain & we ran on 8 psi.
There was a good local contingent comprising Murt ,Stewart Stamp, Jason Daniel, Duncan Stephens, Thomas Bricknell, Jerome Fack & myself.
I had 2 bogey hills which keep my score unnecessarily high but still kept in close contention with Murt & Jason ending just 5 points adrift but well down the field.
For the record the winners were- Heritage Martyn Halliday Lotus Historic Ian Wright Cannon Post Historic Simon Kingsley Kincraft Modern Thomas Bricknell Crossle
It was a privilege to take part in such a truly extraordinary event (117 entries) which was superbly organised by Josh & Elaine Veale & the MTCC team.
It was a pity that with simultaneous running we did not really have much opportunity to watch the older cars in action but I don’t think it could have been any other way.
All that remained was to load up after assisting a transporter beached on the corrugations of the field & start the long journey home followed by Murt . It was touch & go whether we could make home( 380 mile round trip )on a single tank so stopped for top up & expresso to keep awake Don’t know how we would manage such a trip in the future with an electric tow car ? Someone said it was like a Goodwood for Sporting Trials & that was a fair observation . I will probably look to go again another year after all it’s the taking part that matters.
As usual many thanks to my long suffering bouncer Nigel as without his enthusiasm I would probably have stayed at home. Mike Wevill.
GasGas 250cc Pampera Mk III For Sale
A rare opportunity to acquire a GasGas Pampera Mk III…recognised as one of the best long-distance trials bikes ever made. This bike is genuine one owner from new, and has recorded just over 3000 km. The original rear-wheel sprocket is still in place. It is one of the last two Pampera MkIIIs imported to the UK, and was purchased new from BVM of Stroud.
It is all original, except for Renthal trials bars and grips, nearly-new Pirelli trials tyres, security bolts, KTM handguards, and an Iris O-ring chain. Even the original speedo and indicators are still fitted and working. There is a good quantity of spare parts and consumables with the bike, including original type Vee-Rubber enduro tyres. All documentation is present, including the original bill of sale, handbook, sales brochure, and an information pack.
I’m selling because a Beta X-Trainer has replaced both it and my four-stroke trail bike. There is a small ‘ding’ in the front wheel rim (not a problem at MoT-time), and a small hole in the seat cover over the base. Apart from that, just a few little scrapes and scratches.
These machines only rarely come onto the market now.
Offers around £3000. Call Richard on 07812 402021
Future Events 12/06/2022 Testing / Production Trial at Smithson Farm Kelly.
Lisa Gregory is the entry taker and can be contacted through our facebook community page or you can enter online via the club website .
19/06/2022 Spry Sporting Trial. We have a new venue for this, Higher Frankborough Farm, Broadwoodwidger. Mike Wevill is your contact 01566 784451. Email j.wevill@btsupport.com
10/07/2022 Motor Traders Trial at Waterloo Farm North Petherwin.
MCC 3 Day Trial 24/25/26 June Our club is running hills on Day 2 of this event and as always any offers of marshalling help would be most welcome , contact myself on 07971 249783.
Anyone at a loose end on the 19th of June may want to come along to the Tresmeer Village Hall family treasure hunt. Starting at 2.00pm at the hall, all clues are done using the What 3 Words app, on completion return to the hall for tea and cakes.
So as you can see we are busy planning events for you the members to enjoy, in particular the Testing Trial is one that caters for all age groups in whatever form of vehicle you have, preferably not an electric one (only joking) as one of our Vice President’s Les Connect is yet to be convinced of the concept. Unfortunately his application to the local Council to turn his garage into a giant fuel store was refused, Les was last seen at a hardware shop in Newton Abott buying a pick and shovel with plans to excavate an underground fuel store under the veg plot in the garden.
All for this month, don’t forget to send contributions to billjan299@gmail.com J.T.
So here we go again, another month has shot past and I’m back on the keyboard. The recent Launceston Trial was very much a success and credit must go to Nigel and the team, we are very lucky to have members in the club who really do their utmost to put on events that everyone enjoys. This enjoyment is under serious threat though, there is a consultation document out at the moment which if it goes the wrong way ours and many other similar sports will be lost forever , we urge everyone to log on to the Defra site and make their point. Tony Ferrari of the Nomad Byway Project has done an excellent you tube video which can be seen on the MCC news of the week explaining how to fill in the form, we only have until the 9th of this month to respond so please do it NOW. You’ll need to copy and paste the link below into your browser…….
Q1 answer No, Q2 Your name, Q3 your email address, Q4 your region, Q5 If you live in a National Park say so or you can just say “member of the public” , Q6 to 12 can be ignored, Q13 if unsure leave blank, Q14 is very important NO Q15 leave blank or ignore, Q16 NO, Q17 to 25 Ignore, you are now almost done add your e mail address for a response and that’s it you’ve done your bit.
If you have more time, instead of completing the questionnaire, you may wish to email your own personal response to landscapesconsultation@defra.gov.uk.
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Chairman’s Chat
Since the last newsletter the club AGM has been held. I am pleased to report that Warin Kelly was unanimously appointed as a Vice President. Unfortunately our Club President Robin Moore is still in hospital recovering from his recent stroke so was unable to attend. Warin took the chair as, the officers and committee were re-elected.
If the club is to be sustainable there is still a need to have a number of officers from our younger members in the future. Until then us “old timers” will do our best, supported by a committee with representatives from teenagers upwards. Congratulations to our most senior committee member Warin who recently celebrated his birthday, now he is officially an octogenarian and most definitely our most senior committee member!
Our last event was the Launceston Trial, ably run by Nigel and his team. Following some wild weather the previous day we were fortunate to enjoy a dry day for our sport. There was a good sized entry, particularly in the motorcycle classes, and the day was generally enjoyed by all. Thanks particularly to those who turned out to marshal as without you there would be no sport for the competitors, a special mention of thanks must go to Mr Peter Newman the land owner who over the years has been extremely supportive of our club.
If you haven’t already done so please give your views on the government’s consultation about vehicular rights of way. More details on the website “Another attempt to ban trials and green laning : what@s going on?” – the future of much of our sport will depend on this outcome.
In future we hope to have more news about social events, and as before ideas and offers of help are welcome. Joe Caudle ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Lanson Trial
On the following pages are a few of the photos I took whilst marshalling on the event, It’s a bit tricky marshalling and attempting to photograph a vehicle coming at you particularly when you are unsure of it’s direction ( whether it sticks to the section or heads in your direction). On several occasions I ended up dropping everything hastily in order to move to a safer spot, it’s a wonder my phone survived, then of course I would drop the score sheet in order to give assistance, after which I would be seen walking around the section trying to find the errant paperwork again. All good fun. J.T.
Lanson Trial Award winners Newman Cup (class D) Alan & Patrick Keat Class award Stephen Kingstone Novice award Zak Ruby Class B1 award Sennen Mildren 2nd Class award Ben Benyon 3rd Class award Gavin Hunt Cycle Bowl Richard Maddern 1st Class award Jon Mildren Class award Chris Barnicoat Fulford Cup Ryan Tonkin Class Award Andrew Martin 1st Class award Philip Thomas Class award David Haizelden Class award James Vivian Class award James Shalcross
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Future Events
On Saturday the 7th of May we have the Northgate Sporting Trial at Ashley Farm Lifton, the regs for this are on the website but you are asked that you send in paper entries (you know that stuff you write on, used to be the thing to do) there will be no online entry for this event. As always marshals are needed so Mike Wevill would love to hear from you 01566 784451.
Werrington Speed Hillclimb. Once again Plymouth Motor Club are hosting this event on Saturday the 30th of April and Sunday 1st of May. They are in need of marshals, no specific marshal licence required and they do give you lunch and a small amount towards fuel costs. Speak to chief marshal Richard Brooks on 07877 004462 or you can e mail him richbrooks20@gmail.com
They have a full entry list of just under a 100 cars each day ranging from modified production cars to single seat fliers. Merv’s Lanson Trial Report
After a week of dry weather, we were all set for the 36th Launceston Classic trial. The evening before Richard and I had exchanged the usual texts about where to meet up, as both he and I have to ride to the events as we have no trailer or van. So we agreed at 7:45, plenty of time, and it was a fresh and dry morning, so what could possibly go wrong?
I lead the way and I thought I knew where I was going but unfortunately took a wrong turning and went down to Coryton church before realising we had gone the wrong way, so we turned around. Then I came across an ‘Unsuitable for Motor Vehicles’ Green Lane which I remember from the road trial last year where a couple of local riders were at the bottom of this section and about to go up it but suggested to us that we take the road route as they ‘knew this section. Well, I thought to myself this is a shortcut to the woods and we will go this way …what a mistake that was! I rapidly found myself stuck in a deep gully of broken slate and slurry. With our tyres still at road pressure, and dressed for the early morning commute our only option was to lift the bike out of the rut onto the high ground from where I was able to carry on and get to the top. I waited for Richard, then I waited, and I waited a bit more, and then I thought ‘Ah he must be in trouble!’
I headed off on foot down to the bottom and sure enough he was in the same spot I was. So rinse and repeat, and he went on his way. At this point, I was sweating so much I’ve got my jacket undone, and helmet off, and by the time I walked back to the top I realised I’ve lost a glove, so back down to the bottom once more. By the time I got to the top of the lane for the third time, we both felt we’d already done a day’s trial!
Sweating, flustered even more disorientated, I decided to ask for a drop pin in from my mate Chris, only to find we are about 500 yards from the woods, so we made it down to the yard, signed in, and I got myself a bacon bap. Good to see loads of riders and lots of familiar faces and I join the queue to start the day chatting away, then Ben suggested my front tire was very low. Oops! I’ve let way too much air out of that one so off back to the van for my pump, back in the queue, and then I realised I’d forgot to protect my headlight so back to the van again for the foam I usually stick across it as with an older bike these things are hard to find should you break them. So not the start to the morning I had planned, but finally we’re off !!
After a few sections I settled in nicely and hooked up with Chris, just Zach, the youngest entrant, to find now as his Dad, Darren had asked me to look after him Conditions were just absolutely perfect, And all the volunteers and marshals extremely helpful at the beginning of each section. As I wasn’t organised at all and I had forgotten to bring something to attach the map to the front of my bike. Unlike my friend George who was really organised.
Trying to find section 7, we were lost and turned up at 8: the special test; so we had to backtrack quite a way to get to the bottom. The funny thing is Darren had messaged me a week before asking if I wouldn’t mind looking after Zack, as he didn’t want to get lost, but in reality I should’ve been phoning Lisa and Darren to ask if we could ride with him as, once we had found him, he knew where every section was and how to get there without even looking at the map! Although between 7-8 we seem to have lost him probably because he knew where he was going and we didn’t!
The new section 7 Eastcott 1 going up the gully was interesting I like that one. After completing 8 the special test Mike informed us that Zach hadn’t been through so we decided to wait and at this point it was a good opportunity to strip down and cool off.
Enter the enduro lads. Not seen these lads before, oh my God they are fast! One amusing thing was the second lad that went through decided to take off at the STOP point and by the time he passed Mike at the START point he was probably doing 40 miles an hour! We were all laughing a lot. That’s a fail then!
Luckily enough Zak appeared next and we had our guide and mentor back. Then Richard turned up, just like us earlier coming up the wrong way looking for section 7
Back to the yard for lunch: coffee and double bacon baps, home-cooked by Chris this time. And a little bit of sunbathing. The section after lunch had the usual queue where many riders were straining their necks to see what the hold-up was? That will be a deviation then! At this point I then realised I’ve got hardly any fuel left. I’m sure I filled up after the Holsworthy trial, obviously not then.
George kindly offered his services “Go to my van and help yourself Merv. Fill it right up if you want.” Well in today’s money that’s probably about £15! A very generous chap. At the next section Chris said he had some so Zach and I headed off to fill up. I really should be more organised.
If you don’t know me then you might know my bike: it’s an XR400, kickstart only and I could be seen many a time trying to get her started as it’s a bit hit and miss. At section 16 I was trying to fire her up and Chris Barnicoat said that if that was his bike he would be kicking it over the side of the hill. LoL! I think after that comment she actually fired! Although several times that day when at the front of the queue I had to suggest the next in line pass me and take my spot while I kicked away.
Eastcott 2 was interesting I managed to do a bit of filming there and realised hardly anybody got past number two, and looking at the results it even had Richard Maddern. The only person to clear this section was John Mildren. Well done.
On the final section: Up, Over and Beyond; the last-minute decision to change to a deviation caused lots of excitement and was a good move. However this was probably one of the worst episodes of my bike not starting and I was actually getting out of breath, there were various comments coming from behind me from the Enduro lads.
The one stuck in my mind was “You should have a grease nipple fitted to your hip ‘cause you’re gonna wear that out!” That one got me laughing !! she eventually fired up, I raised my arms to the sky and the lads cheered from behind. This was the last section and I filmed a few of us coming up, but that deviation got a lot of victims.
Well that’s it what a fantastic day we had, the weather was absolutely stunning and I would like to thank land owner, club and all the volunteers for making this a truly awesome day. Time now to head home and make a list of what to bring and do for next time to be more organised. Although you probably guessed it I’ll have forgotten by then.
See you on the next one. all the best, Mervyn Brown
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And the good news is…… I have just been speaking to Robin’s daughter Maria who tells me that he is now home from hospital and making steady progress, he’s still doing a couple of trips to the hospital for therapy etc each week but as with these type of illnesses it’s one step at a time. Give him a few weeks and he’ll be back to his Zumba classes, the man’s a fighter! Everyone in the club wishes him well. J.T.
For Sale This is my biggest mistake for some time and a somewhat expensive one at that, but it will make a few people smile.
Automotech Car Scissor lift, allows you to raise the vehicle up to 1300mm high yet lays very flat when not in use lifts 2800kg. I bought this for working on the Dellow but because of the shape of the Dellow chassis (being “A” shaped) it is a struggle, so as yet it hasn’t even had a car on it. I paid just under £1,800 for it a couple of weeks ago will take £1,500 J.T. 07971 249783 More photos are available.
We now have the final results for the Ron Beer Sporting Trial 2021. Congratulations to Roland Uglow for winning the event.
Launceston and North Cornwall Motor Club would like to thank all competitors and marshals for making it a great day. We hope to see you all again next year.
