Not all vintage club members are interested or involved in the racing scene or venues, except for Phillip Island, so may not be aware that the Australian Classic Dirt Track Titles, pre-1975 machines, were held at the Mick Doohan Raceway just outside Brisbane on the first weekend of this month.
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My interest lies in the fact that my good friend Tel was pit man to a club mate of his from his Sydney club of Penrith.
Tel won the Australian championship title in 2007 riding his 125cc Elsinore in its class but Bret was riding Bultacos and was hoping for a podium finish.
Although Bret is a class river,it’s the combination of man and machine and he wasn’t doing all that well until Tel gave him a few pointers which made the difference and put him out front.
There isn’t much more value than experience and although Tel didn’t win every race he entered, he learned a lot which gave him titled in his racing career.
It’s too late for the writer, I didn't have the inner fortitude to start with and Tel has had to retire from racing due to medical reasons. But he can still advise other riders.
Bret has taken three bikes including a Slider, which belonged to his late father.
Not doing well on the other two, he heeded Tel’s advice, rode it under his instructions and took the title.
On the podium he dedicated the win to his late father and Tel’s timely advice. A win win situation.
Incidently this is what Tel did for his late father when he won the state title in 2012, both recognising their parents in a fitting and lasting way.
Taree and District Vintage and Classic Motorcycle Club
Calendar of club events
Friday to Sunday, July 20-22: Tamworth rally.
Saturday, July 21: Rocks Crossing via Mount George, leaving 9.30am from the visitors information centre.
Saturday and Sunday, July 28 and 29: Nabiac Swap Meet, club stall available, leaving 9.30am from the visitors information centre.
Wednesday, August 1: Mid week riders, three venues, to Moorland, leaving 9.30am respectively.
Saturday and Sunday, August 4 and 5: Coalfields Club rally at Luskintyre, note leaving 7am from the visitors information centre.
Sunday, August 5: Sculptures at the Jail, South West Rocks with Natureland club, leaving 9.30am from the visitors information centre.
Wednesday, August 8: Mid week ride, riders’ choice, leaving 9.30am respectively.
Sunday, August 12: Blueys Beach for morning tea, Pacific Palms for lunch; leaving 9.30am from the visitors information centre.
Wednesday, August 15: Hannam Vale mid week ride, three venues, 9.30am respectively.
Friday to Sunday, August 17-19: NVMCC Newcastle Rally at Stockton, leaving 9.30am from the visitors information centre.
Sunday, August 19: North Brother Lookout via Laurieton fish co-op, note leaving 10.30am from the visitors information centre.
Monday, August 20: Monthly meeting at the Airport Tavern, Cundletown, 7.30pm.
