27th May - 9th June
1st Race - Saturday 3rd June
2nd Race - Friday 9th June
10th/11th/12th/13th - July
Here goes...... 2017......Bring it on!!
The winter has been busy, Wayne has had to totally gut the race van as the roof leaked and wrecked the internal walls, that was a massive job, but its back together now, even better than before! The bike has been sleeping, we've woken her a few time and let her have a roar. Still sounding beautiful!! Mark Sayers will be joining us for a forth season....very happy about that!! Great passenger and good mate!! Always fantastic to have Mark, Sarah, Stuey Bear and Pearl on board and hopefully the support of Reese at the TT again!??
The season will start this weekend, 10/11/12 March, at Brands hatch. Testing on the Friday, blowing away the cobwebs and getting back in the saddle!! We going to be taking on the mighty BEMSEE again as we have enjoyed their company for many races and they have a great choice of circuits for the season.
The Isle of Man, is of course, the main focus for the year, TT and Southern 100 are the road races both Wayne and Mark share their passion for and we hope to have a safe and fast few races on the Island. The coach work on the bike has yet to be decided but I can guarantee a professional and outstanding outfit, both on and off the track!!
Those of you who I have not had chance to visit yet with regards to 'YOU KNOW WHAT'!! there is a good reason for this........I've torn the MCL ligament in my knee so cannot drive at the moment. In my lack of ability to get around, I have been busy writing letters to you all which you will receive this week, and I hope to hear back from you VERY soon?? (THANK YOU in advance!!)
The '110 Club' is back running for another season, new goodies for the prize bag this year and a fantastic opportunity to support the team without it costing a million quid!! Follow the link or give me a call, text or email....realracing@fsmail.net or lyndaloc@icloud.com
I've updated the fixture list so come and join us if you can make it....we love to see everyone!!
Race updates throughout the season and any other news, photos and silly stuff will be added as soon as I get it!! My details are on this site and most of you know Wayne's number, so keep in touch and if you have any questions, we'll try and answer them!
See you soon............
Please sign the petition!!!!!
Chosen by clerk of theTT course....Gary Thompson
Donny Hattaway!!
Congratulations!!!!
We will be heading to the Bike Show on the 26th November if anyone would like to join us, and while we are there, we will be doing the '110 Club' grand draw.!!! We had some keen and loyal members this season and there has been much interest for next year and we hope to at least double or treble the count for next season!! The goodie bag has mounted up and one lucky winner will be chosen out the box on the 26th. We may even try and get a 'superstar' to draw it!!
Will it be your number????!!!!! It could be you!!!!
If you would like to come along to the show on that day, give Wayne or myself a call as we will be taking the big van and will have room for passengers!!
Also, we would like to congratulate Horst and Andrew (shaggy) on their win of the EMRA championship!! We joined them, along with Horsts sister, Roxane, Jonny and Scott from Dirty Weekender and Horsts guest friend, on saturday evening at Sketchly Grange, Hinkley, for the awards evening! Big surprise to them!! So glad EMRA were able to fit us in at short notice, we had a fantastic night. It was also a very proud night for team Walczak, as they were awarded the 'Dongo' trophy by Jonny! An honour to win it and great to have it back in the Ireson family once again!!
Weldone, you deserve it!!
See you all soon, only 191 days to go!!!
Taking the long trip down to the Kent circuit, Wayne and Mark embarked on their last race of the season at Brands Hatch with BMCRC. As former champions of the BMCRC sidecar F2's, Wayne and Mark knew most of the other teams and they knew the track well so were looking forward to a great, well run weekend, with some great racing ahead.
Stuart came down with Mark to lend a hand and enjoy the racing, first short circuit this year for him!! Qualifying was good, conditions fair and the team took on a first place position to lead race 1.
First race.........
Great start, mixed up with a couple of F1's and then the championship leaders came through to catch up with the boys. Wayne knew that he wouldn't take any points for a position finish as he didn't want to mess up any other teams chances of podiums and final places, they just went there to race and see what times they could pick up on. Even so, they finished 4th F2 and enjoyed a great race.
Race 2....
Another good start, a little held up in traffic and taking this one in their stride make sure the engine was strong enough to last for Sundays races. Finishing in 6th place in the F2 class, another sound race.
photo by Mike Yiend
Sunday....Race 3
Fueled up and all set, awesome off the line and that set the pace for the whole race for the boys. Best race of the weekend so far, good time too....and a 1st place F2 to go home with! Lap time was 53.212...
Race 4....
Last race of the year....race to enjoy and see what times they can bring in. A good solid 2nd place and a slightly faster time with a 52.819 lap.
photo by Mike Yiend
Real Racing has had a good year, safe finishes, not quite the TT we had hoped for but we were lucky to come home safe and sound. Our thoughts still with Dwights family and friends and Ians nearest and dearest.
The British championship wasn't a success this year due to some problems with the engine regulations, but hopefully that's all sorted for the coming seasons. We found it hard to keep changing engines with all the different meetings we had planned for the year so we pulled out half way through the championship so Wayne and Mark could concentrate on the road races and put all the effort and money into those engines. A decision not taken lightly but we had to let something go to release the funds elsewhere.
Once again, thank you so much to all of our sponsors and supporters .....it is impossible to race at this level without your loyal support and generous help. We thank you for the bottom of our boots!!
The '110 CLUB' had a slow but positive start and we are continuing to drum up members for next season, so make sure you check out the club info page, see who's in the most exclusive club in F2 racing and how to become a member!!
The grand draw will take place during November, a date to be announced, but a great goodie bag on offer. Keep checking in to see who the lucky winner is!!
Massive thanks as always to Mark....our loyal and hard working passenger, friend and ace mechanic! Sarah, for all your hard work with the club, support and great suppers!! Stuey... for the best wheel cleaning ever!!! (and massive support!) Pearl..for always helping whenever your needed! Reese...you were a diamond at the TT...Thank you..hope to have your help next year!??
Anyone else i should mention and havn't, consider yourself mentioned!!Ted, Doc, Jonny, Teddy, Kitty, John F, Les, Trevor, Steve, Keith, Liam, Horst, Jason and all the other talented , dudes and dudettes involved with Real Racing...............THANKYOU!!
Huge congratulations to Horst and Shaggy on they're success of winning the EMRA Championship this year....about time eh? Next the Southern Horst1??
To our Joe Newbold....Speedy recovery from your terrible injuries at the TT this year, your a talent waiting to be found...we believe in you.
Call in if your near to Moreton and have a cuppa or a beer....we love to see everyone one out of season too!!
Real Racing headed to the Northern based circuit for their last road race of the season.
Practice went well and the weather was holding up as the boys qualified mid-pack. They was some tough competition and for a few teams, this is their local track so they've had alot more experience and time around here, however, Wayne and Marks determination makes up for what they lack in track experience.
In race one, Wayne and Mark set off well and picked up good pace, heading to the front of the pack with the leaders. But the bike dug in at the top of the hill climb after the hairpin and went into a violent tank-slap movement, sending Mark hurtling across the tarmac in front of the outfit, with Wayne left fighting with the outfit to try and keep it under control as best as possible at 89mph!!.
Luckily, no one was injured, a few bruises for Mark, (and a shoulder repair was a bonus!!) and no major damage on the bike, just some cosmetic repairs. Wayne was unhurt too, a little grateful....and glad Mark slid out the way in time....even though he was in front of him during the race!!
Rain set in through the night and the next days racing was delayed. Sidecars out late and the team decided to go out for a re-fresher again and try and pull back some pride! Doing a fantastic job, they had a good race, steering clear of any trouble and enjoying the meeting once again....a solid 6th place finish. The day was running very late and Wayne decided that they wouldn't do the last race, but would save the engine for the last race of the season at Brands Hatch on the 8/9th October with BMCRC.
Once again, huge thanks to everyone who has supported the Team and follow us locally too.
Your support is invaluable!
Wayne and Mark decided to have a day out with local club EMRA, based at the Liecestershire circuit on August 21st. We've had a few issues with engine changes in some of the other rounds and we needed to fine tune the outfit more than have the hassle of working till midnight every night trying to keep everyone else happy!
The exhaust had been adjusted from the Southern 100 and the engine was still sweet so it was ideal time to see if we could make some progress with the lap times.
The weather held off and the track was as good as it could be, although it was windy, which made Gerards a bit of a challenge. Practice went well and the team decided that they wouldn't take any points from the races as the rest of the field were in the middle of their championship, so no matter where they came in the races it would be for timing benefit only.
Off to a great start in the first race, Wayne and Mark holding the bike down well into the corners, despite the hard tyres, Mark was working the chair well! Picking up some good lap times and keeping the rest of the outfits behind, they decided to pull in just before the end of the last lap and let the next bike round. Lap time was pretty sharp...56.573, not bad as the team havn't done a race here for a couple of years!
Our friend, Anthony Van Looy, was a solo racer at the Southern 100 and had an unfortunate incident so couldn't complete the meeting, however, Mr Horst Walczak, another close friend and driver, was without a passenger for this meeting and Anthony bravely said he would like to offer his brain, i mean services for the day! He was new to passengering and found practice quiet unusual, challenging and hard work! But he stepped up to the mark for the first race and did a great job! Weldone Ant!!
Race 2 was a bit windier but the sun was still out and conditions still good. The Team went off at the back of the grid as they didn't complete first race, it didn't make much difference though as they were in the lead before they got to Edwinas! Trying their hardest, they threw the outfit into every corner with as much as they had got on the day. The chair wheel tyre was just about shot to bits by this point and coming down the home straight on the last lap, they managed a 56.505.
Photo by Mike Yeind
Brilliant day out, good results, good racing, lovely crowd. Weldone again to Anthony who finished his second race, and by all accounts was quite brave moving around the outfit a bit more towards the end of the day! I think Horst was pleased!!?? Or maybe it was wind!!?? Only joking my friend!1
Good to see Sarah and Mark, been a while since the Southern 100 and alot of work in between!
We are at Scarbourough next for the Gold Cup at Olivers Mount, but before that race, we are taking the outfit to our local show, Moreton Show. This is to show the bike, promote the Team and thank the sponsors, which as most of you realize, we cannot do it without them!
Please come down and see us and have a chat, we also have spaces left for the grand draw at the end of the season in the 110 Club.........
So come on.......join the club and get a Real Racing membership pack, entry to the exclusive draw at the end of the season comes free and there are some awesome gifts and collectables on offer!!!
See you all very soon......
Wayne headed off to the Island for the Teams second biggest road race of the season. After a hectic few weeks of driving around getting engines rebuilt and other jobs done to the outfit since the TT, he met up with Mark and Sarah on the ferry and they looked forward to getting going.
The weather forecast was changeable so first practice needed to count for qualifying. They boys had a good start and worked their way up through the pack for the first corner, up in the top 6 so they had a good field around them. Former TT winners and world champions were surrounding the team but they were not swayed, they pushed on through the bumpy back section and after 4 laps, came through to qualify in 5th place..
Race 1..............The team had a good start, although the race had been called a 'wet race' as they had a heavy shower during the day and some of the track still had water lying on it. Ballig was particularly damp but Wayne and Mark wern't put off, they had a couple of under gripping moments but held it together, as most of the other teams were having same issues. Unfortunately the race was red flagged at the start of lap 4 due to a passenger falling out, luckily he is ok and will mend, but the race result was called and the boys finished in 5th place.
Photo by Robert Clift
Race 2.............A perfect afternoon, sun was out, tarmac was warm and the grid looked awesome. Wayne and Mark had a good start, edging away from Moly towards the first corner, Wayne loves his starts and could see Moly struggled off the start line, however he soon caught up!! Coming round through Joeys and church bends, the boys were on good form and looking great too, keeping up with the top group and having a good race with all the times looking very close. The lap record was broken by the first 3 outfits in lap 6, 100.749 was the ultimate record achieved by Tim Reeves and Patrick Farrance, closely followed by the Birchalls and then Holden/Winkle. Wayne and Mark came through at their best lap speed of 97.501 which led them to a fourth place finish. Happy with the result, needed an extra tooth on the gearing but that'll have to wait until next year!1
Photo by Robert Clift
An excellent meeting, well run by the Southern 100 club, many thanks to all!! As always... massive thanks to all of our supporters and sponsors, we cannot do it without you!!
We have decided to do a couple of Mallory Parks next along with the Scarborough Gold Cup. We hope that some of you can come and watch at these local meets and the only mainland road race left this year. We are also hoping to get the outfit on show at Moreton Show this year, i am waiting the office response and will post outcome soon.
Please keep spreading the word regarding the '110 Club', thanks to all have joined so far we hope you are enjoying being a part of the team. I have a couple of great videos to upload on here which i will do in due course, watch this space!!
Huge thanks to Mark, Sarah, John, Ted, and Neil.... Mr Video!!
Keep in touch on our face book page or email me for any info.
Our good friend, fellow two wheel racer, and neighbour, suffered a heavy fall in his last race at this years TT. He had suffered numerous break downs and had changed engines in a last attempt at finishing his first TT!! He has had many fantastic finishes so far, MGP, Southern 100 and the Irish road races.
Joe Newbold
Joe has been transferred to Gloucester Hospital now and will be having surgery to repair his wrist and ankle. Hope all goes well for you buddy and we will see you in the week!!!
The bike is a right off, (yay!!) now you can look for something much better, like a Honda for instance!!!
You can post messages on Joe's face book page or leave him one on Real Racing page, either way, we'll get them to him!
Hope Jess, Josh and the boys can steer the chair for a couple of weeks, try not to crash into any bales!!!!!
Our love and best wishes.......All at Real Racing
From myself, I would like to send a massive 'thank you' to Sophie and Josh for taking care of the house, our georgous dog Jack, and the shy cat Bushy. You've been amazing!!!
To Nigel Smith and Jackie, for your hospitality on Saturday night , Thank you! We had a lovely evening!
After a very misty start and a 3 hour delay the grid was ready and all outfits bracing themselves for Bray Hill. Wayne and Mark had felt quite positive about the outfit, adjustments had been made for the conditions, new tyre/brakes and chain had been run in, they said the outfit was good to go but after a somewhat frustratingly hardwork lap for the boys, Wayne noticed a vibration coming through the bars and Mark felt something too through the chair wheel. As they approached Crosby on the second lap, the engine rodded itself and they had to pull in. The end on the second race and the finsh of the 17 start/finish record for Wayne!
We are however, the lucky ones........very sadly, our friend and superbly professional driver, Ian Bell, passed away at an incident near Ballaspur. He was a genuinely good man and a great racer. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this devastating time.
Ian and Carl Bell, Carl was unhurt.
We would like to thank everyone, sponsors, both on and off the outfit, friends and family, for all of their support in enabling us to get to the TT this year and have a good result in race 1. We can now move forward with our knowledge for next years TT.
We return to the island for the Southern 100 in 3 weeks and have many jobs to get done on both engines and work at home, so, please keep in touch, pop round and see us or give us a call!!
Ive also been informed that the Racing website is playing up at the moment, so if you need to contact me regarding the '110' club' or on any other matter, could you please use ....
loujack@fsmail.net
This will be active until the racing email address is up and running!
Great to see Teddy and Jen.......see you soon and don't forget you're always welcome.
Massive thanks to John F, first for your support and second for helping us get to the boys on the second race when they broke down and myself, Stuey and you went to find them!!! Luckily it was at a watering hole!!!!
Thank you again, but a huge thank you to our team members......
Mark.....Sarah.....Moose-may......Reese......Stuey......Pearl
You have made this a brilliant team this year, the atmosphere has been great, through good times and bad, we have gelled together. Myself and Bob are exceptionality grateful for all the hard work put into the whole TT fortnight.
Onwards and upwards!!!!!
Motor changed, fuel adjustment, new tyres, fresh chain, ready to take on the mountain.....
The outfit sounds awesome as she leaves the line, not pushing too hard yet but a good run to Glen Helen, ballaugh, Ramsey was up on speed, very good, and heading on towards the bungalow, down to the Cronk and back to grandstand. Sulby speed trap was pretty good at 138.65, and we had lap time of 107.943.
Feeling good for the race on Friday, a couple of free hours after cleaning and time to chill!!
Spot the difference!!!!
Wayne and the garage crew decided to change to the stock motor to see if there was any gain with different motor. They stared off really strong and the boys were hopeful of a better couple of laps, however, they got to Ballagarey campsite, 3 miles in and Wayne noticed the red light come on showing a problem so immediately shut off and pulled in. Oil leak from the 'o' ring at the back of the oil filter. It had popped out and dropped oil on the circuit but luckily no incident was caused, cement dust on it and they had to admit defeat on this occasion.
They sat and watched the rest of the day's races/practices and managed to get back and return with the van to collect the outfit. It was a long day!!!
Another engine change as that motor was not going anywhere now!! A late night and long day ahead to get ready for Wednesday practice.
Yes he is!!!!!
Beautiful day, Real Racing raring to go, startline called. All the outfits look stunning, great to see so many out there, some, unfortunately have mechanical issues so can't make this race but hope to see them next week on the grid.
Start line 2016
Good luck boys!!👍🏻
Away they go, leaving on time, grid position 13 due to slightly down on lap times but it's only a number and we all know that Wayne and Mark are experienced enough to get up there!! They seem to be going nice and strong, and the the news we all dread, a few flag out at Rhencullen.
Bad news......Dwight Beare and Benjamin Binns were in front of Wayne and Mark but something happened, we're not sure yet, and they crashed into the bank. Wayne and Mark came through the incident just as it happened and had a struggle to avoid hitting them.
Benjamin (Binzy) has leg injuries and we wish him a speedy and full recovery.
Dwight sadly didn't make it and lost his life. There is never any justification saying he died doing something he loved, but he really did have immense passion and fire in his belly for the racing and he was one to watch out for. A gentle giant and a smile to remember forever.
R.I.P Dwight
The clerk of the course decides to re-start the race and we prepare for a safe but fast finish. Again....good luck boys.
lap 1.....
To glen helen in 5.15.005.... Balaugh in 3.47.673, steady to Ramsey in 3.58.535 and across the mountian, back down the start/finish line with a time of 109.071.
Lap 2...
Picked up pace to Glen Helen, 5.08.672, similar to Ballaugh from first lap and the rest of the sector times very close, a lap time of 109.824. Bray Hill on first lap was 154 mph, second lap was 138mph, we have a slight issue but will still push for another faster lap.
Lap 3....
To Glen Helen in 5.06.824, up again, up at Ballaugh and to Ramsey, 3.56.218. Similar pace to Bungalow and down 1 second to Cronk behind Ramsdens. But..... A lap time of 110.492!!
our second fastest time and a great 6th place finish....
Weldone to everyone, especially Wayne and Mark. Many thanks to Reese and Stuey for garage support.
We would also like to send our condolences to the family and friends of Paul Shoesmith who sadly passed away in practice. A very experience solo rider and a wonderful husband and father to his 4 children. R.I.P
Photo by Mike Yiend
Another perfect evening with the weather, clear skies all around the circuit, plenty of flies about too! Wayne, Mark and Reese (our new team member!) have changed the engine today so they will only be doing a couple of steady laps to run in. Lap 1 sees the team take a 97.4 lap, a bit unheard of for Wayne, but sensible with engine. The second saw them do a 105.7,
Hopefully all ok and no we'll be ready for last practice tomorrow.
Friday practice.
With tyres, chain and engine bedded in the boys can get on the noise for these 2 laps, all feeling strong. First lap they get to Glen Helen in 5.15, sector time from Ramsey to Bungalow was 3.58 and a lap time of 20.51. Lap 2 they had pick up through the sectors, to Glen Helen in 5.13, up between Cronk ny Mona, held up a bit in places but lap time of 108.381.
Still feels like they need to adjust things as they are finding so hard but feels like the outfit is struggling, let's see what happens in the race!
Another perfect night, the wind is up a bit across the mountain section but it's clear all around the course. Wayne and Mark have made a couple of adjustments to the suspension and it seems to be making the ride a lot more settled for both of them. They picked up speed on most of the sector times, only held up at one point but first lap time of 108.07 then out for a second lap.
Lap 2 saw the boys improving yet again on the sector times, they were on for a 110 lap but the 25 mph wind was driving straight at them so Wayne had to drop her down a couple of gears and push hard across the mountain, coming down towards the nook and back along the start /finish line for a great lap time of 109.81. Good, steady progress for the boys and we're looking forward to Thursday night.
Photo by Mike Yiend
Engine change today so we need to run this one in for first lap and go easy on second lap. No problems, just bedding in both race engines.
If anyone wants to call down to the paddock and see us for a cuppa and a chat we would love to see you....
Thanks for everyone's help and support.
With perfect conditions all evening, everyone was looking forward to getting started. No major hic-cups, a few ajustments to the brain, thanks Steve, and Wayne and Mark were happy to do their 2 laps. No need to check chain tonight so looking to go steady out and a second slightly more on the noise. First lap was realistic for practice, no silly moves and no traffic, second lap was a build up and they sounded amazing coming over start/finish line, a good lap time of 108.84. Wayne feels the front suspension needs some improvements so will work on that for tomorrow nights practice, Mark happy enough with his suspension and apart from not being able to see for flies, it was all good!!
Thanks so much to Sophie and Josh for taking care of things at home.....we cant do it without your support!!
Many thanks to all the messages and 'good luck' wishes too, it means alot to know people are keeping an eye on us and following our progress.
Real Racing team camp is set up, everyone is on the go, doing their jobs and helping prepare for the first practice tonight!
Wayne and Mark the workshop
The new coach work.....to be revealed later!
First lap, out to bed in new brakes, tyres, test suspension settings, in at the nook to tighten chain then out for second lap for a slightly faster time. Held up in a bit of traffic and staying out of the way of a couple of outfits that need some space across the mountain mile! Coming back in with a lap speed of 107.732, good going for test lap.
A few adjustments to be done but now prepping for Tuesday's practice.
We can't believe it, TT is nearly here! Van almost ready, outfit will be ready and loaded Monday night. We have a great team, awesome outfit and a low bank account, so anyone interested in '110 club', please contact Lynda on 07710542187.
Cheers, keep an eye out for updates throughout the whole TT fortnight!
Lynda
Nice and dry, unlike the forecast, a little cold but thats good for engine power. Went out for warm up, something didn't feel right, turned out we had a front puncture! Quallifying with new front tyre on but still not right, pulled in and couldnt beleive it, another flat. This time it was checked and found to be faulty valves that were the cause. Qualified in 8th place after all that, so not too bad under circumstances!
Race 1
Made some changes to the bike, a bit of a gamble as it was the first time out without flat tyre! Off to good start but got blocked in at the first bend, came out in 9th, got held up for 1-2 laps then made a pass stick and had a big gap to catch up with front runners. Used this race to get used to changes made and handling settings which gave us an 8th place finish.... could be better but race 2 to go.
photo by Mike Yiend
Race 2
Good start again, but so was everyone else! Everyone in British Championship are at the top of their game and they take some keeping up with, that was the senario for this race and we remained in 8th, only this time we stayed right with the leaders until lap 4 when a couple of missed gear changes messed up the run. Managed to catch them back up but with only a 7 lap race we had run out of track time. Shame as we were on the noise! Still, another 8th place, which keeps us 8th in the Championship table.
We are having to miss the next round at Donnington Park as the outfit is having extensive work done and we need the preparation time for the TT, (only 3 weeks till Wayne leaves!) we need the outfit to be top knotch for the main race of the year!
Please can everyone keep checking in with us here on the blog for regular updates at the TT, i will do my best to relay each practice and race result as it comes in, photos included so you can soak up the atmosphere even if your not able to be there.
The '110 Club' needs alot more members, so spread the word....PLEASE! Email me, call me, i have some fab membership packs ready to go and an outfit that needs your support! Lynda...realracing@fsmail.net.........07710542187
See you on the Island for the unveiling of the new coachwork, she's going to look striking!
Safe journey for everyone.......
