| about the mgpra |
| The Manx Grand Prix is open to newcomers and experienced racers with a current ACU National Licence or equivalent. Apply now for the race of your life on the world famous 37.73 mile Snaefell Mountain Course. |
Since the Manx Grand Prix, formerly known as The Amateur TT, started in 1923 many riders have been brought together not only to compete but to form friendships which have lasted lifetimes. In recognition of this an inaugural meeting of the Manx Grand Prix Riders Association was held on lst September, 1974 which was attended by 50 members including Wilf Harding, Harold Rowell, Jack Harding, George Costain, and Eddie Crooks who went on to serve on the first committee. The objects of the Association were clear and simple. These were to foster "fellowship" amongst anyone who had qualified and started in the Manx Grand Prix. It was not to interfere in anyway in the government of the sport. The Association holds a social function during Manx Grand Prix week which this year will be held immediately after the Annual General Meeting in the beer tent at the rear of the Grandstand on the Sunday between practice and race weeks. The Association shares with the TT Riders Association the portacabin at the rear of the TT Grandstand known as the 38th Milestone. During the races this is open to members (and their friends?!) and is run by the cheerful Francis, wife of present President Tom Thorpe. Food, drink and conversation are always in good supply. One other very important means of communication has been the newsletter which is distributed free to its members three times a year. In recent years this has been prepared by Keith Trubshaw and Jim Hunter and has contained several scoops before they broke in the national press. If you are a present or former rider in the Manx Grand Prix, and wish to continue to enjoy the fellowship of other competitors, why not join the Association? Life membership costs £10 (other donations gratefully received). You may join by seeing Francis Thorpe at the 38th Milestone or contacting our Secretary, Keith |
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"Racing
is living (16th August - 29th August,
2008), everything before or after is just waiting"(30th
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