[the old man]

Well, the 620 has moved and and so am I. There's a 748R with my name on it so it's off to Thunderbikes next year.

DD is a special series; the regulations ensure close and even competition, the atmosphere and cameraderie in the padock is unique, and the c r a p that goes on behind the scenes is trully.... c r a p!

The last two years have given me a host of racing memories and some special racing moments that will always be with me. I've made new friends and really will try to keep in touch.

Thanks to Neil at Sigma; not just for building one quick motorcycle but also for your time and coaching; to CK/AK for your flattering offer (nearly changed my mind there); to Chas for his hospitality; to Dom, Kyle, Ali and others for some really close (but fair) racing; and to many many more for the curries, the beer and the crack.

I think I've learned more in the last two years than in the previoius six so it's time to head out into the jungle and see if it's true.