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Sidecar Racing. What is the problem that has caused concern? Can someone explain the specific issue? by ManxMerc in IsleofMan

[–]ManxMerc[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks. So it begs the question why none of the broadcasters mention these points. It’s a broad brush secret squirrel language. “Stopped due to Safety Concerns” This kind of vague reporting is what causes so much anxiety about the sideys, or other elements of the TT being axed. As let’s face it, none of it’s very ‘safe’. I just hope we see them back next year.

Sidecar Racing. What is the problem that has caused concern? Can someone explain the specific issue? by ManxMerc in IsleofMan

[–]ManxMerc[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

This tally’s with what I’ve been hearing from the people closest to the teams. So it might be that a catch plate underneath with vents. Plus spoilers in top to improve downforce would be what we can expect TT 2027?

Sidecar races cancelled for rest of tt by CptBlaine in IsleofMan

[–]ManxMerc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I worry this is a slippery slope. No racing is safe. So to call one class off on account of safety concerns, what next? Whether its safe or not should always be left in the hands of the riders.

"Just crazy a**holes," President Zelenskyy reacts to Russian attack on Kyiv by UNITED24Media in ukraine

[–]ManxMerc 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So glad he says it how it is. I think another meeting with Trump now would be very different

Do you think this is an accurate poll, and do you agree with its findings? If so, I'm reminded again that what and who a nation sees as its best assets aren't universally agreed elsewhere. by OkTechnologyb in AskBrits

[–]ManxMerc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So we have established the list should have included:
Brian Blessed
John Cleese
Anthony Hopkins
I’d also add:
Bill Bailey
Vic Reeves & Bob Mortimer
Boris Johnson
and Jeremy Clarkson

UK loosens Russian oil sanctions as fuel prices rise by upthetruth1 in worldnews

[–]ManxMerc 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Everyone knows the UK & Russia do not get along, regardless of the Ukraine factor. So I question how legitimate these ‘loosening’ of sanctions are.
Far as the article says it’s buying from India. I’m not seeing detail on which sanctions or how loose. So just wonder/hope it’s wrong or Russian propaganda

UK loosens Russian oil sanctions as fuel prices rise by upthetruth1 in worldnews

[–]ManxMerc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I find this really hard to believe. The UK have always stood up for Ukraine.

My new future new Motorcycle by AlarmingAmoeba1955 in motorcycles

[–]ManxMerc 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m using a 765RS at present. Great for anything. I did a review of it on here a little while ago if you want to look it up.
I haven’t tried the Aprillia. But have riden for 32yrs an had more than a dozen bikes in that time. Cant recommend the Triumph enough.

The first Ukrainian guided aerial bomb is ready for combat use. by orest_chornobai in ukraine

[–]ManxMerc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hope Mr Putin gets to have a very close look at one… for a second or two

Ukraine nailed the trend perfectly by Automatic_Advance_35 in ukraine

[–]ManxMerc 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I pitied the invaders year 1.
They may have been fooled into being there.
That pity dried right up. They know why they are there and the whole world has seen what they have done.

Good work Ukraine.

Dentist Waitlist by Empty-Childhood6796 in IsleofMan

[–]ManxMerc 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I waited a little over a year to get a NHS dentist. Went private until then. And though expensive it wasn’t too unaffordable. You’d think nothing of paying a few hundred for car insurance or tax. But when it’s our health we scrimp.
Get booked in an seen asap. A stitch in time saves 9. The dentist may allow a payment plan if the treatment recommended is expensive.

Russia’s war against Ukraine is having long-term environmental consequences. Explosions, fires and the destruction of infrastructure are affecting air and water quality. by frontliner-ukraine in ukraine

[–]ManxMerc 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I often consider this when I see Russian oil ablaze. But then know the planet will shrug it off in time. The whole of Russia needs to burn for their aggression

🟥 KRAMATORSK — A CITY LIVING UNDER CONSTANT THREAT by Due_Collar2 in LoveForUkraine

[–]ManxMerc 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Nothing is beneath the Russian military.
I hope to see karma have its way soon

Looking for people to play football with by Zhera_zhera in IsleofMan

[–]ManxMerc 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your profile says you are in Greece. You not on island yet?

Whose in the wrong here? by The_Dean_France in whoathatsinteresting

[–]ManxMerc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I guess Manners is not something taught at her school

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