After enjoying the Manawatu Classic Motorcycle Clubs Champagne breakfast a few of us made our way to Feilding for the Manfeild round of the Suzuki Tri-series. The weather was excellent and after making our way via a few backroads we arrived at Manfeild. Sir Al and I had paired up for the short ride north and after lining up with other vehicles getting ready for the the Feilding Christmas Parade (which we hear was enjoyed by both big kids and little kids) we made our way to the parking area. It was great to see a few Blue Haze comrades already there, so we parked up next to them. Heading to the gate the thirty dollar entry fee was a little to steep for Sir Al, so he headed home. I do wonder about the pricing of these events and whilst the economics dictate pricing one does wonder how many people are put off by this.
Having said that, once in the gate the atmosphere was great and pleasing to see a good crowd supporting the event. The pits were a busy place and great to see some top people and teams supporting the event with the noticeable absence of the usual smattering of overseas people. Bloody covid! It was also pleasing to see a good turnout of others supporting a range of classes these events such a spectacle. It was good to see the continued support for the Gixxer Cup that is so vital in ensuring opportunities for younger riders and for us older two wheeled petrol heads the Post Classic Class saw some classy machines and riders.
It was good to see a Blue Hazite Tim out there in the 'Posties' doing the business on his up specced CBR 600. By all accounts the modifications he has done have made the CBR a quicker and far more pleasant machine to punt around the track. We look forward to seeing the 'Roberts T500 special' out there some time in the near future? Other Blue Hazite's out enjoying the event were Kim, Dion, Jamie, Paul D, Alan D and Rich. It was great way to spend a Sunday afternoon and nice to see motorcycle racing in such good heart.
$30.00!!!!
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