This weekend's trip to the Nurburgring, featuring a knackered old SV and an '08 Blade.

Looks like a blast. Did you time yourself round the 'ring?

Cracking write up as usual Tim, just gutted that I couldnt go myself.

Photos look good as well.

What does Clarke think of the new Blade? Better than his R1?

Didn't get to do any timing as ran out of time before heading off to buy a stopwatch and tape it on. I was definitely quicker than last time, so I'd estimate in the low 9 mins BTG.

Clarke loves his new Blade, way better than his '07 R1 in all respects, power delivery, handling, doesn't shake its head, fuel economy (52 mpg on the motorways sat at 95 ish + and 36 mpg round the ring ) he even got an indicated 180 out of it on the start/finish straight.

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What I want to know is if they smelt like steak!

Not quite steak but a nice aroma if sniffed closely!

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Nice pics Tim. Would love to do it, but lack of funds

Looks good fun!

Tim- as ever - a great write up and ace pics-.

enjoyed reading it mate- and glad you home safe.

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Tim I cant thank you enough! That link to the northloop website allowed me to find the one and only picture of me on the Nurburgring on the 14th June!

Not the best picture in the world - but nonetheless - me on the 'ring!

I am slightly jelous here Tim. What a lovely time you had. BUT 30 laps must have cost you a fortune mate! I have to get myself in the gear do it. Next year maybe!

I'm in financial denial at the moment, but it was worth it, I've veen lliving in a playstation world for this last week, just did Croft today and spanked the old SV. Beans on toast for the rest of the month!