Rounds 18 & 19 - Loton Park, 5th & 6th August
Oh Deer, Oh Deer, Oh Deer
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After a Friday evening nightmare journey, a walk of the hill on arrival seemed like a good way to stretch the legs and gave the impression of a fun weekend ahead with a big learning curve in store. Wildlife on the track included a bunch of rabbits, several pheasants and a couple of deer. What could possibly go wrong? Now to pitch the tent. Trying to find flat ground was going to be almost as challenging as the hill itself. Changeable conditions on Saturday morning didn't help the learning process or the times. Improvements were made in the afternoon timed runs but still way off where I wanted to be. The clerk of the course came to have a word (the second time in as many meetings). I thought to congratulate me on my amazing driving skills but apparently I didn't have my gloves on during the return run. I'm just so rebellious! Sunday practice runs were disappointing as I struggled for grip. Not helped by reducing tyre pressures when I should have been increasing them plus completing a 'quiet' run as not to upset the big guy upstairs on his day of rest. I finally found some grip after increasing the tyre pressures and just as I thought I was getting a feel for the hill the day was typically over. In all a slightly frustrating but enjoyable weekend and a start to learning the hill for next year. Hank |
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