Patrons:	Hon.Treasurer	Hon. Secretary
THE EARL OF MARCH	JOHN KIDSON	FRANCES THORP
MICHAEL SUTTON	Thrupp Farmhouse	Mountain View
MURRAY WALKER O.B.E.	Thrupp Lane	Glen Maye
KEL PRINCE	Stroud GL5 2DF	Isle of Man IM5 3BJ
President;	Tel/Fax 01453 762255	Tel/Fax 01624 843695
PHILLIP McCALLEN 2009-2010	E.mail jmkidson@gmail.com	E.mail francesthorp@manx.net
Committee Members. Andrew Jessopp, John Hammond, Malcolm Wheeler.

Hello Members and Friends

I am sitting here just thinking about the first few months of 2010, the scenic views on the Island have been absolutely stunning all covered in snow. The amount of snowfall on the Isle of Man the likes of which have not been seen for about 25 years so they say. Wherever you live I hope that you have an impressive view that will stay with you in your memory. This was far away thoughts from the sounds and sights of the TT Races which we all set our paces to.

ANNUAL LUNCHEON

Again we had a very successful day with a large turn out, the applications were a little slow because of the postal strike which started in the middle of ticket applications but after a few telephone calls to say that the date for applications had been extended we managed to get the numbers near enough to the previous year. The date for the next Luncheon is WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 24TH 2010. MARK IT IN YOUR DIARY (Ticket application will be with your September bulletin.)

TTRA PRESIDENT 2009-2010

Your New President Phillip McCallen 11 times TT winner was installed into Office at the Luncheon and his speech was well presented and humourous.He entered in the traditional way by riding in on a Replica Yamaha RD56 bike courtesy of Phil Morris.

THANK YOU ALL VERY MUCH ON BEHALF OF THE ASSOCIATION

Dick and Sue Kingston for the printing and supplying of the Luncheon Tickets. Bob Milliken for all his work producing the Lapel Badges for the Luncheon which is very much appreciated and also to one of our Patrons Mr Kel Prince for being so generous to support the cost of the production.
Morton Media for their continued support for arranging to print the Table Plans and delivering on the morning of the event. In particular to Lynn for all her tolerance with Frances having to change names and tables at short notice. We are also very grateful for the continued sponsorship of the TTRA logo on the front cover of the Classic Racer Magazine and editorial about the Association courtesy of Malcolm Wheeler. Also Julie and Malcolm donated a Helmet with very exciting signatures on it for our Auction, this just fell short of the reserve price and it was agreed to forward to Bonhams for the next Stafford Show with all the proceeds to the TTRA.

These auction items at the Luncheon are usually one offs. 2 Mike Trimby is always generous with the arranging of 2 tickets for the World Moto GP Races and Neil Tuxworth Past President for organising tickets for the British Superbike Championship meeting. Patron Earl of March – Goodwood, kindly donated tickets for the Festival of Speed and Goodwood Revival meeting. A great Suzuki Scooter from Ken Blacklock was received and sold for a substantial amount and also a Lifan Paddock Trail bike was donated by John Rudge. Wonderfully generous.
2 Honda Team pictures by Past President Neil Tuxworth. I hope I have not forgotten anyone, but thank you all so much and of course to the bidders especially those who were lucky enough to get the Auction items.

DONATIONS

A special thank you for all the donations that have been received from many very kind families and friends, Clubs and also TTRA members. Letters of thanks are always sent at the time of acceptance, again thank you all for thinking of the TTRA. Paul Bradford thank you too for your generous second cheque from the sales of your books on the Island.

Finally to our Patron Mr Michael Sutton who has so generously continued to support our 2 editions per year of the Bulletin postage costs. I would personally like to say thank you so much Mr Sutton and also from the Committee and members of the TTRA, we are very grateful.

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AND BUFFET

T.T.RIDERS ASSOCIATION - ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

To be held at the PROJECT 21 Centre. Greenfield Road, Douglas.
Tuesday June 8th 2010 at 8pm.

(Road by the Start line opposite the paddock warm up area).

AGENDA

1. The Minutes of the 2009 AGM.

2. Hon Secretary’s Report.

3. Hon Treasurer’s Report and Approval of 2009/10 Accounts and introduction of the new Treasurer Elect.

4. Election of Auditors.

5. Election of President.

6. Election of Committee.

7. Election of Hon Secretary.

8. Election of Hon Treasurer.

9. Honoraria Secretary and Treasurer.

10.Any Other Business.

N.B. We will be having a cold buffet supper with a glass of wine as usual. Tickets are available in advance by post from Frances Thorp or any practice evening or race days £10.

Tickets must be ordered and paid for in advance so that we can be sure of the numbers for the Caterers.

FRIENDS OF THE TTRA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

To be held at the Project 21 Centre.Greenfield Road, Douglas
Tuesday June 8th 2010 at 8pm.

AGENDA

1. Minutes of the 2009 AGM.

2. Chairmans Report.

3. Secretary’s Report.

4. Treasurer’s Report and Accountsfor 2009/10.

5. Appointment of Auditors.

6. Progress report on the new Constitution.

7. Any Other Business.

N.B Greenfield Road is the turning on the right hand side off the Glencrutchery Road near the start line (proceeding in the course direction) and the Project 21 building is 200 yards up the road on the right hand side. We shall be having a cold buffet supper following the AGM’s and tickets are available from Frances Thorp at the 38th Milestone or by post. Mountain View.Glen Maye.Isle of Man IM5 3BJ. TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE to enable the correct number to be catered for.

Lap of Honour

The good news is that there is going to be a Lap of Honour. I am led to believe that the date is programmed for Friday 11th June 10-45am. I hope this brings a few of you out of the woodwork so to speak. Look forward to meeting up with you at the 38th for a cuppa and a chat. Members who are visiting the Island Race week try and come to the AGM please we have a social get together after the business has been attended to.

Tickets must be purchased in advance in order to assist the caterers price £10 either by post from Frances or any practice sessions from the 38th Milestone.
REGALIA
The sales on the Regalia is going very well and the comments are very favourable especially on the quality, Caps £10. Poloshirts £15 and Fleeces £25. Postal service is available @ Cap £1.75.Poloshirt £2.50 and Fleece £6. These prices are for UK/NI. Price for abroad on request.
CHRISTMAS CARDS
These are very popular indeed. Mike Hailwood and John McGuinness Packs of 10 cards. £10 + postage £2
REMEMBER ALL PROCEEDS GO INTO THE TTRA FUND.

WYN AND ALLAN ROBINSON MEMORIAL TROPHY

It was a strange time for me on this subject. I had been approached regarding the recipient of this Trophy , but not involved in any part of it. I removed myself from the Committee meeting when this subject was going to be discussed. Yes,you are right it was my dear husband Tom.
His dedication and support to the continued upkeep and appearance of the 38th Milestone throughout the year, it was felt appropriate by the Committee to award this very special Trophy to him. No one was more shocked than Tom when his name was announced to go to receive the lovely silver rosebowl and very surprised that I had never said anything.

THE TREASURERS COMMENTS

In the September ’09 Bulletin I asked for someone to step forward and take over the Treasurer’s post, and I am glad to say a couple of very suitable candidates offered their services. They were interviewed in February and Mrs Judith Alcock was offered the post and accepted it. I thank both the excellent candidates for coming forward and the final selection was difficult.

Judith has competed in the sport as a sidecar passenger on short circuits and tells me she regrets never having a ride in the TT. She has been involved within the VMCC and still helps out at their race meetings. Graham, her husband, is a long standing member of the Association, so they are both fully involved with us. I will be presenting my last set of accounts at the AGM on June 8th 2010 and will then step down so that Judith can be formally elected at the meeting and take over the job. I have offered to help where necessary while the new Treasurer gets accustomed to the work.

You will remember our Accounting year has been changed to end on 31st January instead of 31st March, merely to give more time to get the accounts prepared and audited ready for the AGM, so my final accounts will be for the nine months period from 1.4.09 to 31.1.10. Briefly, we had another successful year and made grants totalling nearly £18,000 (nine month period) these were to TTRA members who are currently experiencing difficult times caused by injuries. Other expenditure was broadly in line with the previous year.

The Annual Lunch turned in a profit of £9364 which included a very good result on the Auction which was conducted very professionally by Bonhams this time our thanks to them. The result is another record, in spite of the numbers attending being down from last year’s lunch. Please make every effort to support your Association’s Lunch as it remains a major fundraiser for us.

Our donations were a lot lower this year but still totalled £13,484 which included a donation from the Friends of the TTRA of £5000, and another substantial donation from one of our Patrons, Mr Michael Sutton, to assist with our postage costs, which are ever increasing, so I will make my final plea to you to accept delivery of our Bulletins by email. PLEASE ARRANGE THIS WITH FRANCES IF AT ALL POSSIBLE.

A copy of our Accounts can be provided on request to any member after they have been audited and approved at the AGM Finally, I need to thank all the people and organisations who have helped me and the TTRA particularly in financial terms during my tenure. It has been a privilege and a pleasure for me, albeit sometimes more difficult than riding the TT, to have worked with all the members and people involved, and I am happy to retire knowing that the Association is currently in its strongest ever financial position.

Please give all the support and consideration you can to Frances and Judith in their future efforts for the Association. I am looking forward, after 30 years, to really being able to enjoy my lunch ! Regards John

WELCOME TO NEW TT RIDER MEMBERS

Brian Roberts - Gretna. John Black - Scotland. Charlie Wright - Angus.

WHERE ARE YOU NOW?

Gordon Jackson – Urgent please contact Frances, he was at the 2009 Luncheon.
Charlie Ferns thought to be in Ireland.
Has anyone got a contact for the daughter of the late Fergus Anderson ?
Mrs Jonker - South Africa.
Merv Wright - California.
Charlie Durno - Scotland
Marty Lund - Godalming.Surrey
Alan Healey - Cornwall
L.A.Hutchings
Garry McCaw – Ontario.Canada
Mr Kinsella.

UNDER THE CHEQUERED FLAG

Sydney Barnett.Nov 2009. 97yrs.He rode AJS and Norton machines from 1948-1954
Geoff Monty. Oct 2009. A great supporter of road racing and sponsor of many riders including our Past President  Tommy Robb on the very successful GMS 250 special.
A.Mike Rogers. Nov 2009. 71yrs. Winner of 1969 250cc Production race T.T
Frank Fox. Oct 2009. 84 yrs. Rode in the MGP from 1951-1953 and won the Junior in ’53 and followed on with TT rides from 1954-1960.                               
Ray Fay.  Oct 2009. A very popular TT rider raced 1954 to 1960.
Dr Derek Dalziel. Oct 2009. 84yrs. Great supporter of the motorcycle racing.
Ron Sutcliffe  2009. 76 yrs.He lived in Sydney, rode in the MGP in 1957.
Horace (Crasher ) Crowder. Nov. 2009. Rode in the 60’s on Ducati & Kreidler machines.
Bill Sherras.Nov 2009. Great supporter of the TT Riders Association
Norman Barry Jones. Nov 2009.
Mal Carter.  A  great sponsor particularly of the Haslams. Tom Wheatcroft. Resurrected Donnington Park race circuit and established a Museum of Bikes and cars at the circuit
Fred Wallis.  Rode in 1957 on BSA. 
Keith Heckles. Jan 2010. 75yrs. A very popular MGP and TT rider who still paraded his Beart Norton with zest.                   
Gerald (Gerry) Turner. 2010. 83yrs.  Rode BSA and Nortons in the 1950’s.
Vincent Davy. 83yrs. Ran the Gus Kuhn business, a great supporter of road racing sponsored among others Charlie Sanby, Pat Mahoney, Tom Dickie and Dave Potter.
C.E.(Titch) Allen MBE,BEM,  Mar 2010. Founder of the Vintage Motorcycle Club in 1946 and ran it for many years with his wife. The VMCC has grown into a large and excellent institution with full-time staff providing a great service to vintagents and Titch remained a hugely respected motorcyclist.
Malcolm Findlay (late notice) August 2006. Solo and Sidecar with partner the late Colin Rispin who passed away some years previous.
Norman Best. 89 yrs. Moved to America. He was an all round biker, a riding Speedway champion and was also a member of the Association of Pioneer Motorcycles.
Condolences have been sent to the families from the TTRA.

Direct debits/standing orders

We have been asked by many members if this is a possible way of making donations to the TTRA and we are very happy to accept this idea. Please contact the Treasurer or myself for details. I have been asked by certain members to make you all aware that most of the Associations members when they joined back in the years gone by would have paid a very small joining fee.
Considering that there is not an annual subscription to pay, it would be nice to occasionally support the TTRA with a donation to go towards the cost of the Newsletter which is sent out twice a year. It is not only the postage but cost of paper, envelopes, printing etc., which have all increased dramatically as I am sure you are all aware of. I come to the request for your email address if you have one.  

PLEASE DO IT NOW WHILE IT IS IN YOUR MIND

SPORT IN SCIENCE

Science in Sport We are again donating the Energy drinks free to all TT Competitors for 2010. This is now the 5th year that we have been involved with this product.
From the feed back It would appear to be an advantage to the riders who speak very highly of it and are very appreciative for the generosity from all concerned. Our thanks go to Dr David Stevens MBE, Rob Vine Trust and Roy Hanks TT Supporters Club for their generous donations towards assistance with the cost of this product.

Birthday Boy – Jack McCredie had his 102nd birthday last month – fantastic. A card was sent to him from the TTRA and all its members.

BEST WISHES

Before I come to my close for those of you who are unwell, you are all in our thoughts. I hope you have enjoyed the Newsletter and if you have any news items for the next Bulletin please don’t hesitate to forward it on to me. Incidentally, the TT Riders Association will be celebrating 60 years next year 2011.

Cheerio

Frances

 

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