We'll be packing tonight, into Shipley for a touch of fettling tomorrow morning, little bit of business in Skipton area Fri afternoon & Saturday morning, then we'll see y'all in Heysham Sat lunchtime.

Jeeeeeeeeeeeeeeez I'm ready for this trip

[sensible voice] I've just re-read the first post on this thread, and the first few responses, and found myself re-reading the lot. Apart from the fact that I'm disappointed that Sheepy, the long-time Diggertours "No 2" was forced to pull out of this trip, I'm so happy to be hosting yet another tour with such a great bunch of friends. I've been visiting the TT & NW200 with friends since the early 80s, and running proper trips on two wheels to road racing events every year since 2000. That year we rode into Belfast at 2am, and enjoyed the wonderful hospitality of Derek (DMcD) on our way to the races. After that, the Fullerton Arms at Ballintoy became our annual home, and we rode every road in Ulster. We did the Manx in 09, we did Cookstown last year, and we'll do Dundrod next year. One thing I need to say officially is that this is just a ride with friends. I will organise, guide, wipe noses & help out with issues, but everyone is responsible for themselves out there. Enjoy, have a safe trip. [/sensible voice]

Have a good time all of you

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Wear the fox hat

I would like to echo that sentiment

I also would echo that

Have a fabulous time everyone and keep it all shiny side up. We wish we could have joined you this year but someone was inconsiderate enough to arrange another social event far too close to the date

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Its a blonde thing alright!!!!!!!!!!

What a summer!

Hen Party, Stag-Do, D5, Diggertours and the "Wedding of the Year"...amazing

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Go big!! Or go Home!!

Have a good one folks .............tempted to sneak over for a few days next week but don't think it will be happening now

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2001 X1 2009 1125CR 2006 Uly X3 2010 Uly a fully Maz'd S1 and a 1991 RS1200 Westwind.

Mucked out the truck today so that it was fit for both the S1 and Gill to ride to the manx in
feck me it was a farmyard in there.......2 hoover bags later and its still only just passable, needed a pitchfork for the initial onslaught.
The shit I found in there.....lots of cash, tools, full bottles of beer, old 'lost credit cards'.
Bike has been well thrashed is polished, loaded and ready to go, got tool kit, spare tyre, paddock stand, barbeque, wet suits and lots of ratchet straps for strapping down pissed up beggars on the trip back from the pub via Ballaugh Bridge
Lets Fuckin AV IT!!!!!

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Buelling is exhillarating
But downhill bike racing is so terrifying it makes your arse grow teeth

Just wishing those heading out a safe trip to the Island. I'll be hitting the road at 6am tomorrow. See you in the bar.

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I started out with nothing and still got most of it left.

See you at the ferry Mick, dont be late!

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"With square conduct, level steps, and upright intentions ..”

Was considering treating Mrs Of to a lemonade and a bag of crisps in exchange for a lift home.....does mean one has to put up with the car but hey ho.....

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Life is short - drink the good wine first

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IF IT BLEEDS WE CAN KILL IT ,THIS STUFF WILL MAKE YOU A GODDAM SEXUAL TYRANASURUS ,YOUVE BEEN PUSHING TOO MANY PENCILS DILLON .GET TO THE CHOPPER

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IF IT BLEEDS WE CAN KILL IT ,THIS STUFF WILL MAKE YOU A GODDAM SEXUAL TYRANASURUS ,YOUVE BEEN PUSHING TOO MANY PENCILS DILLON .GET TO THE CHOPPER