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DTRA Magazine Issue #03Grand Fromage: Anthony BrownEditor: Ian OsborneDesign: Ian RoxburghPhotographers: Ian Roxburgh, Ian OsborneContributors: Anthony Brown, Anna Butler,Peter Boast, Leon FoggittRace poster designer: Ryan QuickfallRace cat: Felix

09 Intro12 DTRA 2015 Round Four26 Twin Picks30 DTRA 2015 Round Five48 Johnny Lewis58 Pete Boasts Five Tips62 DTRA 2015 Round Six80 Rick Bearcroft82 Kids of the DTRA92 DTRA 2015 Round Seven

108 DTRA 2015 Final Results114 Photographers Profile Leon Foggitt128 20 Questions Gary Inman130 DTRA Gallery149 Parting Shot

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ON THE COVER:Oliver Brindley #24 and

Aidan Collins #90 racing forthe Pro Class title at the final

round at Rye House CONTENTS:

Gettin in the blue groove at Norfolk Arena, Kings Lynn

PHOTOS: IAN ROXBURGH

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I cant believe the 2015 DTRA flat track season is over already.It has been an amazing year where the racing has been morecompetitive than ever regardless of the class. We have seenthe race action get closer with each round before ourconclusion at Rye House where our season champions werecrowned. It was pleasing to see many new faces come and jointhe DTRA family including those from Belgium, France andGermany, who regularly made the trip across the pond. After abrilliant season it was great to see so many of you at theawards ceremony and practice day with Johnny Lewis. I hopeyou all enjoyed meeting him and the advice he offered. Id liketo finish with a massive thank you to our sponsors, our hardworking volunteers and all of you who have made the 2015DTRA race season so special. We are already looking forwardto 2016 with a few tricks up our sleeves, a new venue or twoand more top flat track action. See you all next season.

Anthony Brown

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THE THUNDERBIKE BOYS GET UNDER WAYPHOTO: IAN OSBORNE


July 17/18, Norfolk Arena, Kings LynnRound four of the 2015 DTRA race series took place alongsideSideburns Dirt Quake lV event at the Norfolk Arena speedway circuit.The event produced the best weekend of flat track racing witnessedso far this season thanks to good weather, a carnival atmosphereand a quality track that made for fast and honest racing.

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TOM NEAVE #68PHOTO: IAN OSBORNE

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Pro ClassAll the key riders, along with road race star andTV celebrity Guy Martin, lined up for the Pro Classfinal that took place under a floodlit track on theFriday evening. It was Tom Neave who got theholeshot and blasted out of turn one in front.Series leader Aidan Collins moved into secondwith Tim Neave third. Tom managed to put a littledistance into his chasers while brother Tim waslooking for every gap to pass Collins. Behind the lead three, Oliver Brindley and AlanBirtwistle whove had consistently good resultsthroughout the season, were putting on a finedisplay racing in fourth and fifth. The top threeplaces remained the same with Tom Neavedelivering a textbook performance to cross theline for the win. Collins rode a smart race holdinghis line for second with Tim Neave third.

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Thunderbike ClassThe Thunderbike Class was closely fought as Dave

Chadburn and Neil Martin led the way. Behind, GeorgePickering who was in third, turned things up when he

went up the inside of Martin to move into second.Pickering kept the pressure on passing Chadburn inthe last lap to take the win. Chadburn had to settle

for second with Martin third.

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GEORGE PICKERING #38PHOTO: IAN OSBORNE

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GARY BIRTWISTLE #120PHOTO: IAN OSBORNE

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Restricted ClassGary Birtwistle was on fire in the Restricted Class whenhe took the lead and never looked back as he rode to awell-deserved win. Behind, the battle for second sawRoss Herrod and Alexz Wigg duking it out. On thisoccasion Wigg edged out Herrod to take second.

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Rookie ClassThe Rookie Class, which took place on Saturdaymorning under blue skies, saw Sean Kelly get agreat start and move into an early lead. Behind,

Jeremy Skipp and Philip Gerrard were battling it outfor second and third. Kelly raced well to take the

win with Gerrard moving into second, leaving Skippto round out the podium.

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SEAN KELLY #33PHOTO: IAN OSBORNE

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FRANK CHATOKHINE #5PHOTO: IAN OSBORNE

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Vintage ClassOnce again the Vintage Class provided some topnotch racing with Anthony Brown getting theholeshot closely followed by Frank Chatokhine. TheFrenchman, who had been racing consistently wellall evening, managed to pass Brown and pull awayfor the win. Brown held strong for second withDerek Brindley moving through the field for third.

At this round of the DTRA race series there were noYouth Class or Minibike Class races because of theDirt Quake event that took place over the weekend.

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Day job? Barrister.Years racing? Two.Why did you start dirt track riding? Guy Sutherland got me started on dirt track. We met 3000 feet upGlyder Fawr walking in Snowdonia. As we came down the mountain the subject of motorbikes came up andby the time wed arrived at sea level Guy had convinced me to watch the racing the following season. I washis pit bitch for two seasons before hed nagged me enough to give it a go on his CRF. That was it. I wastotally addicted.What aspect of the racing do you enjoy the most? Firstly, the racing itself and the tense anticipation asthe green light comes on and 12 riders open it up. I love the intense concentration during a race and the factthat everyone is racing at their personal limit, regardless of what that is. I love all the different tracks anddifferent approaches required. Its an amazing adrenaline buzz and super addictive. Secondly, I like the mixof people from all backgrounds and occupations, but everyone has the same mindset and attitude. Its anamazing, fun and friendly place to be. Best result? Second in a heat at Scunthorpe in 2014Worst crash? The worst was at Kings Lynn in 2014. I was in second and got a bit carried away with mynewly found but short-lived moment of brilliance. I decided I could pass the leader but a big handful ofthrottle left the bike and I spinning on the floor. I had a sprained ankle and some colourful bruising on myshoulder and elbow.

Whos your biggest influence? By a big margin its Guy Sutherland. He brought me into the sport, sortsmy bike issues and has given me the encouragement and confidence to believe I can keep improving. Plus Anthony Brown, Geoff Cain, Alan Birtwistle, Derek and Oliver Brindley, and Leah Tokelove because ofher encouraging words and ever-present smile.What do you aspire to achieve in the sport? To continue deriving the enormous amount of pleasure I getfrom being part of it all and at least one visit to the podium. Plus riding in the Vintage Class and grabbing apodium or two.Whats your craziest travelling experience? Id just passed my bike test and knew nothing about bikes. A week later I bought a GS 650 and on a whim decided to ride to Paris to see friends. I had no idea thatknobbly tyres werent best suited to three hours on the motorway at 80mph, or that a pair of Levis andtextile jacket wouldnt keep me warm in minus two degrees Celsius. I was so cold I had to stop at everyservice station for hot food and drink to avoid dying of hypothermia. I think I had early stages of frostbite in my thighsPre-race ritual? Sitting on my own going through everything in my mind that Pete Boast and Oliver Brindleytried to teach me at the race school. Eating a banana and drinking some water.What do you do outside of the sport? Other than occasionally working, I am a regular taxi driver to mypost-university daughter, whos now a teacher. Mr Sutherland has lured me into the world of triathlon and Ialso like trail riding on my KTM 400.

Day job? Barrister.Years racing? Two.Why did you start dirt track riding? Guy Sutherland got me started on dirt track. We met 3000 feet upGlyder Fawr walking in Snowdonia. As we came down the mountain the subject of motorbikes came up andby the time wed arrived at sea level Guy had convinced me to watch the racing the following season. I washis pit bitch for two seasons before hed nagged me enough to give it a go on his CRF. That was it. I wastotally addicted.What aspect of the racing do you enjoy the most? Firstly, the racing itself and the tense anticipation asthe green light comes on and 12 riders open it up. I love the intense concentration during a race and the factthat everyone is racing at their personal limit, regardless of what that is. I love all the different tracks anddifferent approaches required. Its an amazing adrenaline buzz and super addictive. Secondly, I like the mixof people from all backgrounds and occupations, but everyone has the same mindset and attitude. Its anamazing, fun and friendly place to be. Best result? Second in a heat at Scunthorpe in 2014Worst crash? The worst was at Kings Lynn in 2014. I was in second and got a bit carried away with mynewly found but short-lived moment of brilliance. I decided I could pass the leader but a big handful ofthrottle left the bike and I spinning on the floor. I had a sprained ankle and some colourful bruising on myshoulder and elbow.

Whos your biggest influence? By a big margin its Guy Sutherland. He brought me into the sport, sortsmy bike issues and has given me the encouragement and confidence to believe I can keep improving. Plus Anthony Brown, Geoff Cain, Alan Birtwistle, Derek and Oliver Brindley, and Leah Tokelove because ofher encouraging words and ever-present smile.What do you aspire to achieve in the sport? To continue deriving the enormous amount of pleasure I getfrom being part of it all and at least one visit to the podium. Plus riding in the Vintage Class and grabbing apodium or two.Whats your craziest travelling experience? Id just passed my bike test and knew nothing about bikes. A week later I bought a GS 650 and on a whim decided to ride to Paris to see friends. I had no idea thatknobbly tyres werent best suited to three hours on the motorway at 80mph, or that a pair of Levis andtextile jacket wouldnt keep me warm in minus two degrees Celsius. I was so cold I had to stop at everyservice station for hot food and drink to avoid dying of hypothermia. I think I had early stages of frostbite in my thighsPre-race ritual? Sitting on my own going through everything in my mind that Pete Boast and Oliver Brindleytried to teach me at the race school. Eating a banana and drinking some water.What do you do outside of the sport? Other than occasionally working, I am a regular taxi driver to mypost-university daughter, whos now a teacher. Mr Sutherland has lured me into the world of triathlon and Ialso like trail riding on my KTM 400.

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Guy Sutherland and Norm Joss are track racing. Sutherland, who was

come along and watch before getting travels to the all the DTRA events ana top racer who came second in the the Vintage Class on his Co-Built bikewith eyes on taking up racing in the

the pair epitomise what the sporfriendliest and most approac

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Day Job? Pilot for that orange airline. Years racing? Six.Why did you start dirt track riding? I saw a quarter page article in Bike magazine and immediately bookedon to Pete Boasts race school at Rye House. I was hooked instantly and bought a bike from Stuart Avery. Idid my first race at Stoke Speedway and loved it. Id been doing a lot of track days up until then but this wassomething else. Ive only done a couple of track days since.What aspect of the racing do you enjoy most? Id have to say I enjoy the craic most. The people involved inthe DTRA are super friendly and Ive made some great friends. Its as much a social event as a race meeting,and inclusive and accessible to anyone who wants a go. I was made to feel very welcome when I started.Then theres the racing, which is competitive at every level. And I love the bikes.Best result? Second overall in the Thunderbike Class last year and first in the Vintage Class this year. Worst crash? This year in the Thunderbike final at Peterborough. I had a front row start and was runningsecond behind George Pickering. A sensible person might have been happy with second place, especiallybehind George. I decided to defend it from those behind but I was close to George and tried to keep up. Icant remember if it was the front or the rear of the bike I lost going into turn one. It was probably bothends but I do remember the track felt hard. This resulted was an injured AC joint in my shoulder.Biggest influence? In my head Im Steve McQueen but I cant help admiring Valentino Rossi. I like hispersonality, the way he analyses a race and bides his time before making his move. Best of all I like his post-race interviews. Is that man ever less than 100 per cent happy?

What do you aspire to achieve in the sport? Id like to win a Thunderbike Class championship but thats atall order. I guess we all want to win. Thats racing. Equally as important Id like to stay as injury-free aspossible and carry on racing until I cant. Craziest travelling experience? The year I finished university. I spent six weeks travelling around Europewith two friends in my mates 1973 Ford Cortina. It was a two-litre mark 3 in Daytona yellow. Only old fartswill remember these. Sadly, most are rusty scrapyard relics now. That car was a shed. It had the noisiestcamshaft ever and only had three days of MOT remaining when we left England. What I liked was therewasnt a plan - we just went. We expected to just dump the car and catch the train home when it gave up,but it got us as far as Athens, and back home via the former Yugoslavia. We either slept in the car or in atent. We couldnt afford anything else. My lasting memory is waking up parked outside the Colosseum inRome at 9am after arriving at 3am in the morning. I remember having a shave in a bowl of water on thebonnet as people were going to work.Pre-race ritual? I spend too much time checking I'm in the correct gear ever since I accidentally started infirst. I pulled a wheelie off the line at Rye House and almost crashed. I also keep checking my gearbox and I often forget to turn my fuel taps on. And I also always count to nine but that's more OCD than a ritual.What do you do outside of the sport? Three years ago I was struggling to get in my leathers so I startedswimming. I met some people at the pool, bought a bike and started running. Now I'm doing triathlon raceswith Norm. Im never going to win but I can get into my leathers.

Day Job? Pilot for that orange airline. Years racing? Six.Why did you start dirt track riding? I saw a quarter page article in Bike magazine and immediately bookedon to Pete Boasts race school at Rye House. I was hooked instantly and bought a bike from Stuart Avery. Idid my first race at Stoke Speedway and loved it. Id been doing a lot of track days up until then but this wassomething else. Ive only done a couple of track days since.What aspect of the racing do you enjoy most? Id have to say I enjoy the craic most. The people involved inthe DTRA are super friendly and Ive made some great friends. Its as much a social event as a race meeting,and inclusive and accessible to anyone who wants a go. I was made to feel very welcome when I started.Then theres the racing, which is competitive at every level. And I love the bikes.Best result? Second overall in the Thunderbike Class last year and first in the Vintage Class this year. Worst crash? This year in the Thunderbike final at Peterborough. I had a front row start and was runningsecond behind George Pickering. A sensible person might have been happy with second place, especiallybehind George. I decided to defend it from those behind but I was close to George and tried to keep up. Icant remember if it was the front or the rear of the bike I lost going into turn one. It was probably bothends but I do remember the track felt hard. This resulted was an injured AC joint in my shoulder.Biggest influence? In my head Im Steve McQueen but I cant help admiring Valentino Rossi. I like hispersonality, the way he analyses a race and bides his time before making his move. Best of all I like his post-race interviews. Is that man ever less than 100 per cent happy?

What do you aspire to achieve in the sport? Id like to win a Thunderbike Class championship but thats atall order. I guess we all want to win. Thats racing. Equally as important Id like to stay as injury-free aspossible and carry on racing until I cant. Craziest travelling experience? The year I finished university. I spent six weeks travelling around Europewith two friends in my mates 1973 Ford Cortina. It was a two-litre mark 3 in Daytona yellow. Only old fartswill remember these. Sadly, most are rusty scrapyard relics now. That car was a shed. It had the noisiestcamshaft ever and only had three days of MOT remaining when we left England. What I liked was therewasnt a plan - we just went. We expected to just dump the car and catch the train home when it gave up,but it got us as far as Athens, and back home via the former Yugoslavia. We either slept in the car or in atent. We couldnt afford anything else. My lasting memory is waking up parked outside the Colosseum inRome at 9am after arriving at 3am in the morning. I remember having a shave in a bowl of water on thebonnet as people were going to work.Pre-race ritual? I spend too much time checking I'm in the correct gear ever since I accidentally started infirst. I pulled a wheelie off the line at Rye House and almost crashed. I also keep checking my gearbox and I often forget to turn my fuel taps on. And I also always count to nine but that's more OCD than a ritual.What do you do outside of the sport? Three years ago I was struggling to get in my leathers so I startedswimming. I met some people at the pool, bought a bike and started running. Now I'm doing triathlon raceswith Norm. Im never going to win but I can get into my leathers. D

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like brothers when it comes to flatalready racing, encouraged Joss tohim on a bike. This dynamic duo now

nd set up shop together. Sutherland isThunderbike Class in 2014 and wone in 2015. Joss is an aspiring Rookiee Vintage Class. On and off the trackrt is all about, and are two of thechable racers on the circuit.

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August 8, Amman ValleyTrotting Track, WalesRound five of the 2015 DTRA race series moved

west to Wales to the Amman Valley half-mile

trotting track in Dyfed. With the sun shining,

a longer than usual circuit that produced high-

speed racing and the deep cushioned surface

made for an incredible event.


ONE OF THE ROOKIE HEAT RACES GETS UNDER WAY ON SUNNY SATURDAYPHOTO: IAN ROXBURGH

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AIDAN COLLINS #90, FRANCESCO CECCHINI #10 AND OLIVER BRINDLEY #24FIGHT IT OUT IN THE FIRST CORNERPHOTO: IAN OSBORNE


PRO CLASSThe Pro Class final saw Aidan Collins and

Oliver Brindley get the jump on their

competition as they moved ahead going into

the first corner. Then Brindley pulled away in

dominant fashion and the 16-year-old

delivered a lesson in flat track racing as he

opened a huge gap on his way to a classy win.

Behind, Collins remained in second while the

battle for third saw Italys Francesco Cecchini

and Alan Birtwistle duking it out. Cecchini

passed the Brit to move into third and started

to close the gap on Collins. The Italian kept it

wide open to catch and pass Collins for a well-

deserved second place finish. Collins held

strong for third.

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THUNDERBIKE WINNER GEORGE PICKERING #38 PHOTO: IAN ROXBURGH

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THUNDERBIKE CLASSThe Thunderbike Class saw a fierce first turn

battle as George Pickering, Ross Herod, Guy

Sutherland and Geoff Cain fought for position.

Pickering showed his skill as he moved into the

lead and took a convincing victory. Sutherland

rode well for second with Herod looking like he

was about take third only to have his podium

spot snatched on the line by Cain.

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RESTRICTED CLASSIn the Restricted Class it was the familiar face

of Gary Birtwistle who moved to the front

alongside Alexz Wigg. The two produced

some quality racing throughout, but it was

Wigg who stole the show leaving Birtwistle to

settle for second. Tom Boothamos had a solid

race to finish third.

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ALEXZ WIGG #25 SHOWING HIS GLOVE TO GARY BIRTWISTLE #120 ON THEIR WAY TO THE FINISH LINEPHOTO: IAN ROXBURGH

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SEAN KELLY #33 TAKING THE WIN IN THE ROOKIE CLASSPHOTO: IAN ROXBURGH

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ROOKIE CLASSThe Rookie Class saw Sean Kelly racing in

dominant fashion. He moved into the lead

ahead of Jeremy Skip who blew his chances

after he lost it before the end of lap one. Kelly

took advantage of the situation to take the

win by nearly half of a lap with Philip Gerrard

second and Andrew Smith third.

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VINTAGE CLASSThe Vintage Class saw Guy Sutherland and

Anthony Brown race into the first corner

together. As Brown rode wide Sutherland saw

the gap and cut underneath to move into the

lead. He roared ahead with Brown in hot

pursuit. The pair opened a large gap on their

competition finishing one-two with local racer

Guto Llewellyn riding well to snatch third.


ANTHONY BROWN #47 AND GUY SUTHERLAND #97 OUT FRONT FROM THE FIRST CORNER PHOTO: IAN ROXBURGH

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THE YOUTH CLASS LEAVE THE LINEPHOTO: IAN ROXBURGH


YOUTH CLASSThe Youth Senior Class saw Toby Hales get a

superb start to move into the lead. Skye Adams

chased hard in second with Jordan-Lee Miller

in third. Hales pulled away for the win while

Adams held her line for second with Miller

grabbing third. Storm Stacy was on fire in the

Youth Intermediate Class as he rode to victory.

Joe Burden rode well for second with Kier

Armstrong third. The Youth Junior Class saw

Leon Collier take the win.

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MINIBIKE CLASSOnce again 17-year-old Leah Tokelove owned

the Minibike Class. She pulled away on the

second straight and never looked back until

she took the checkered flag. Martin Hning

rode well for second with Alfie Collett

rounding out he podium.


LEAH TOKELOVE #37 CONTINUING HER WINNING WAYSPHOTO: IAN ROXBURGH

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Johnny


Johnny Lewis originally from Pennsylvania, USA grewup racing flat track before moving into a successful

Super Moto career as a teenager. He returned toflat track racing in 2009 but didnt achieve what

he would have liked. In 2015 he gained a newsponsor set-up with the Factory Ducati/Lloyd

Brothers where he had a successful yearincluding a fourth place finish at the X-Games

where flat track was included for the first time.The 26-year old also started his own riding

school 10 Training in Florida to help others inthe sport. We managed to grab a few words

with the all round good guy when he recentlyvisited the UK for the DTRA awards

ceremony and practice day.PHOTO: IAN OSBORNE

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Id crash bikes athe main event trI was a typical yostupid stuff woul

Id crash bikes athe main event trI was a typical yostupid stuff woul


Tell us about Jonny Lewis growing up?I started racing when I was six. My dad, who didnt have any background inmotorcycles, took me to a motocross race. The next race was a TT. We didntknow the difference between a TT and a motocross back then. After this wewent to a short track race and connected with people in the sport. What sort of kid were you?I was happy to race motorcycles and have fun. I think my dad was morecompetitive than I was. Sometimes he was a little serious because hed spentthe money so I could race. It was nice to be pushed but at the same time itwould have been good to play more. Our area had lots of good riders, who were alittle older, so it helped push me. By the time I was 12 I was racing in the expertclass against older and more experienced riders. Did you do any other sports as a kid?I started out riding horses when I was three. Then I played soccer and thatlasted until I got into motorcycles. How did things progress in your motorcycle racing?I went through the ranks as a kid and each year I would go to the amateurnationals. Each year I got a little better and in the last year of racing as anamateur at 14 I won all three of my classes and won the prestigious Horizon award.

How did you end up riding Super Moto after this?I was associated with KTM when I got the offer to go and test with them to rideSuper Moto. How much of a change was this from the riding you were doing?It was a huge change. I went from racing as an amateur with my father looking afterme to racing with a team. I was then racing people like Jeff Ward Micky Diamond,Doug Henry and all the top riders of that time. It was neat to go to this level. It feltmore prestigious than flat track because of the people I was racing against. How hard was it trying to cut it as a young kid against the older legends?It was a massive learning curve. Back then if I knew what I know now it wouldhave been even better. Id crash bikes and not make the main event trying sohard. I was a typical young kid and stupid stuff would happen like when I brokemy hand the day before a race. Despite the stupid stuff the first three yearswere all progression. I wasnt at the top but constantly learning and all the topguys would help me out. Were you travelling all over the US at this point?I was and ended up home schooling from ninth grade because of my crazyschedule. I ended up living in Wisconsin where the team was based. I onlyearned a little money so rather than fly Id save money by driving a semi to eachrace. It was neat to experience driving across the country as a youngster.


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How did you end up racing flat track again?I didnt ride flat track at all while I was racing Super Moto. Then one winter Iwent to South Carolina to work on my bike skills in better weather and ended updoing a local race with Kenny Coolbeth. He didnt want to be beaten by someSuper Moto racer and I didnt want some older guy to beat me. We ran each otheroff the track. It was a comical situation and we didnt leave on good terms. Did you race him again?The next year I went to Daytona and had to line up against him in a heat race. He was in first and I was second. I didnt want to take him out because I didntwant any more bad blood. Then I hit his back wheel and I fell. He was angry withthat. Despite this situation I decided to race flat track for the year. I wasntused to the extra control needed over the balls out charging in Super Moto. How did that 2009 season go?A lot of people didnt like me because I was this young kid always charging andseemed to come from out of nowhere to doing well. I raced at a national level so was thrown in at the deep end. How did things progress from here?I did a few races but ended up tearing my ACL at a Super Moto race, which put meout for the rest of the year. I spent that winter back in South Carolina and got ridingagain. I ended up building a Honda CRF-450 and went to the new Daytona trackwhere I won the dash for cash, made the mains and did pretty good. I ended updeveloping a Kawasaki over the next year and got some good results coming seventhin the championship. The following year I won Daytona short track. I nearly had twowins but on the last lap of the second night I went for the pass and got taken out. Did things pick up from there?Not really. As I got better the guy I was racing for kept expecting more and moreon and off the track. I was working for my dad, driving for an hour each way towork on the bike and it became too much. I ended up quitting. I was burnt out andeven though I was sitting third in the 2012 championship I couldnt do it any more. How did you get back into racing?I went to Belgium and did a Super Moto race which was fun. I didnt know what I was going to do to be honest. I was then offered a ride with the Triumph teamand that all came together. I had a salary to race, which was nice, but the bikewasnt so good. It broke down at every race and was extremely frustrating. They asked me back again the next season but I couldnt do it.

Sounds like you had your fair share of bad luck in your career?Apart from the Super Moto stuff I did have a lot of bad luck. I never felt like I got to race to my full potential. I was learning but never got to show how farId come. In 2014 I wasnt really that bothered about racing and ended up doingsome local Super Moto events. I helped with promotion and designed tracks. It was fun and then my wife and I had a kid. How did you end up back racing flat track?I was asked if I wanted to race and develop a KTM-990. I did a couple of raceson it including the Springfield mile. I rode the bike for the first time the daybefore the race and won my semi but got lapped in the final because the clutchburnt out. More bad luck (laughs). How did things change in 2015?I got hooked up with Lloyd Brothers and told them I was after riding a bike thatwouldnt fall apart. Then Troy Bayliss got the bug to go racing and they wantedsomeone, who could make the mains, to go racing with him because they didntknow how hed do. It was a great opening and I was only going to do the fourraces that Troy was doing. It was on my own expense but I got to keep all mywinnings and ride the Ducati. How did the X-Games come about? Ducati got an invite to the X-Games so I was in. The track looked bad but I knewit was the same for everyone. I rode the hell out of the bike and came fourth. It was a good pay cheque and fun to do. Did a result at X-Games change things?It did and has opened more opportunities, especially with flat track in theGames for the next three years. The two races after X-Games I got a fourth and a fifth, so the Lloyd Brothers set-up worked well with Troy and I. Were alreadyworking on 2016. What do you like best about flat track racing?Its tough for me to get away from it. I love the whole scene and seeing peopleprogress. Even at todays DTRA practice event it was so good chatting to people,watching them get faster and enjoy their riding. I also take a lot from runningmy 10 Training riding school in Florida where I live now and seeing people learnand progress. Tell us about 10 Training?I was working with the Ride Academy school before I started this. I was

at todays DTRA practiceevent it was so good chattingto people, watching them getfaster and enjoy their riding

at todays DTRA practiceevent it was so good chattingto people, watching them getfaster and enjoy their riding

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enjoying it but I wanted to expand on what I was doing there so thats how 10Training evolved. We look at all aspects of training and racing on and off thetrack. I love working with up and coming riders, especially the kids. Its greathelping people get faster while learning to ride in a safe way. I try to enforcethat people should always be happy with riding their best regardless of theresult. This helps with safe progression and keeps everything fun. I also lovebeing able to give something back. Its so good to see the smile when peopleimprove, learn or get a better result through working with us. With 10 Training you look at the bigger picture beyond just riding?I help people with off the bike training and can help with nutrition. All of thesmall things associated with riding a motorcycle can make a difference. Plus itsimportant for those who are successful to give as much back, especially tosponsors. People need to realise the importance of using social media well,representing themselves in a positive light and being their own brand. Some ofthe stuff is about using good life skills in a smart way. Do you just do training in Florida?No. We have done a few boot camps and from May to August we did a seriesof boot camps on the road that led into 10 Training. We want to mix it upwith what we do. People can come to my place and use our stuff but thisisnt what they usually ride, so we also travel to people so they learn on

their own bike at their home track where theyll be racing. This kind ofhappened organically because we worked with different tracks and people.It has evolved in a cool way. Its so good that all of this is about more thanjust me racing motorcycles. How was it working with the DTRA?It was so much fun. What a great scene you have. I was so impressed withpeople and how much they wanted to learn. Its always good to offer a littleadvice that can improve someones riding, whether its about the way they rideor bike set-up. On the flipside I learnt plenty that I can take back to my school.Its always a two-way street.How would you describe your riding style?At first it was kind of fireball. I just went for it. I was a young kid full of ideas.Now Im pretty precise and far more controlled. I think having a child has alsohelped to calm me down and ride within my limit. I know how things are going towork and dont take stupid risks, and you shouldnt need to in order to win. Its acontrolled chess game, just faster. How do you like to race?I havent led in a while so Id have to say chasing people down. I would muchrather lead though (laughs). Do you have any pre-race rituals?


We also travel to plearn on their ownhome track where

We also travel to learn on their ownhome track where


I always kiss my wife, especially since we had our child, before I go out to race.Even if I have put my helmet on I will remove it and kiss her. You never know, sothat has become a ritual.Tell us about being a vegan?I committed 100 per cent last December. I saw how it could be helpful when mywife was having problems conceiving. Four months after becoming vegan shebecame pregnant. I thought Id see what it was like and I started to feel betterand better so Ive stuck with it. I dont push it on people. Its just a lifestylechoice I have taken. You seem take an holistic approach to life?For me about its about the whole approach to life and racing. Sleep, nutrition,smart training and racing, along with having a balanced family life all matter. Ithink this approach betters people in the long term.Who are you main rivals?I dont put myself up against anyone. I am always racing myself. Im happy torace whoevers fast on that day. Whats your favourite track to race?I like Kings Lynn until rains. I also like riding where I am living in Florida. It feelslike mine and I can make it fun whatever its riding like. Its all about being inthat fun zone wherever you are.

Who were your heroes growing up?I grew up around a lot of pro racers as a youngster so just being a pro riderwasnt such a big deal for me. Ricky Graham was a hero. I never got to meet himbecause he died in a fire when I was nine. I had his video and would watch itagain and again. During his career he had some problems with addiction but gotthrough it and came back to win 12 races in a row. He overcame a lot ofobstacles. That was impressive. Will Davis is another hero. After a race my dadasked to buy his helmet, which he was unable to sell. Instead, Davis gave himhis number plate off his main race bike that hed just won on. He became theperson I wanted to be right there. These guys and the people who do goodthings are the true heroes of motorcycle racing. What would you like to achieve in motorcycle racing?I love travelling to all the clubs and meeting people to give back a lot of whatIve learnt along the way. I love doing the schools and making racing fun bycreating a better scene for people to enjoy. I want it to be good on every leveland would love to create something prestigious for the amateur kids becausetheres nothing there for them right now. Id love to make a special event thatsall about why we go racing rather than people being looked away in hotel roomslike the nationals. D

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Peter Boast is the godfather of dirt track racing in theUK and started the UK short track race series in 2005.Hes won multiple championships and currently rides forTeam Suzuki in the UK and Europe. He has a wealth ofknowledge and experience regarding all thingsmotorbike and dirt track racing.PHOTO: IAN ROXBURGH

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Top Tip #1. Buy a Mini BikeBy this I mean a CRF-100, XR-100,TTR-125, DRZ-125 or CRF125 like we use at the Short Track Training School. You canlearn so much from riding them while having a lot of fun. All you need to do is set-up a small oval and do laps. Lots of laps.These bikes can be ridden on grass, dirt, gravel, concrete or tarmac. All you need is a 30-metre area. Maybe even ask at yourlocal karting centre to see if theyll let you ride that. Im hoping to have indoor dirt venue set up for mini bikes at the TCRTraining Ranch by Christmas. We will be running open days and nights for people to bring their bikes along to.

Top Tip #2. Visit Sunny SpainThe Kenny Noyes Ranch at Aragon is a fantastic location for winter training. Theres a time trial track, two small ovals and a-mile oval that all run through the winter. There are also several oval circuits around the Barcelona area including RanchoCanudas and Sant Jordi. Its a long drive but worth the effort for riding in the sun.

Top Tip #3. Beach RacingThis is another great way to hone your skills and keep the racing spirit alive during the winter. Mablethorpe Beach races takeplace on the sand every other week during the winter months. The good thing is that the course is an oval and a great way tostay race sharp. The downside is that it can get rough and a few riders get injured.

Top Tip #4. Watch and Absorb Flat Track SkillsWatching the best in the game on DVDs or the internet is great way to understand lines and the way that the best in thesport ride smartly and safely. One of my favourite DVDs is On Any Sunday Revisited with flat track footage on disc two.Watching the unseen and slow motion footage from the film is fantastic. You can see just how well they rode back then.Another good DVD worth a watch is The Thrill is On. This film was released a year after On Any Sunday. On the Internetcheck out Amaproracing.com/ft where there are some great videos from this years AMA Championship.

Top Tip #5. Get in ShapeIts tough to keep fit during the winter period. While lots of us are just old boys having fun keeping fit does help with generalriding strength, fatigue reduction and injury prevention. From experience I know keeping fit during the winter helps mysummer season. This doesnt necessarily mean hitting the gym every day. Regular walks, bicycle rides, swimming or anything thatgets you moving will all help. Even things like yoga, Pilates and stretching can help a race-battered body come the new season. D

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August 9 Amman Valley Trotting Track, WalesRound six of the 2015 DTRA race series was in stark contrast to round five heldonly a day earlier at the same location at Amman Valley Trotting Track in Wales.The sunshine and dust of round five was replaced with misty rain and sloppy dirt,but this didnt slow things down and the racing was as fierce as ever.

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OLIVER BRINDLEY #24 PULLING AWAY IN THE PRO CLASSPHOTO: IAN OSBORNE

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Pro ClassThe Pro Class final saw Aidan Collins and OliverBrindley both move to front like the previous day.Collins had the advantage exiting the first turn but itwasnt long before 16-year-old Brindley moved aheadwith a spectacular pass down the back straight. Likethe previous day at round five the battle for third sawAlan Birtwistle and Francesco Cecchini ridingshoulder to shoulder. The Italian riders works TMmachine helped him to gain the advantage again andwent in pursuit of Collins. Meanwhile, Brindley racedahead to take his second Pro Class win of theweekend. Cecchini continued to close the gap onCollins and managed to get through to take second.Collins was left to settle for third once again.

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THUNDERBIKE CLASS WINNER GEORGE PICKERING #38 PHOTO: IAN OSBORNE

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Thunderbike ClassThe first turn of the Thunderbike Class saw GuySutherland, George Pickering, Tom Clemans and GeoffCain all fighting for position. Sutherland led on theway out but it wasnt long before Pickering made hismove to take the lead. From this point on Pickeringwas unstoppable as he went on to capture the win.The battle for second continued as Clemanspressured Sutherland but it wasnt to be. Sutherlandheld strong for second with Clemans third.

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Restricted ClassThe Restricted Class saw Gary Birtwistle geta great start as he moved into the leadfollowed by Scott Faulkner. Tom Boothamosstarted to move through the competition andpassed Faulkner to go into second. Birtwistleand Boothamos then rode away opening a gapon their competition to take first and secondrespectively. Faulkner rode well to round outthe podium.

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SEAN KELLY #33R SHOWING ANDREW SMITH #109R AND JEREMY SKIPP #64RA CLEAN PAIR OF WHEELS...PHOTO: IAN OSBORNE

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Vintage ClassGuy Sutherland continued his domination in theVintage Class as he got a great start to moveinto the lead ahead of Frances Hubert Bastieand local Guto Llewellyn. At the end of lap oneLlewellyn made the pass to move into second.Sutherland took another convincing victory inthe class with Llewellyn finishing second.Behind, Guy Williams was pushing Bastie forthird but the Frenchman managed to hold hisline to earn his first DTRA podium.

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VINTAGE CLASS WINNER GUY SUTHERLAND #97PHOTOS: IAN OSBORNE

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YOUTH SENIOR WINNER TOBY HALES #20 PHOTO: IAN OSBORNE

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Youth ClassesIn the Youth Senior Class Toby Hales moved to the front ahead ofSkye Adams and Connor Jackson. Hales rode superbly to take his

second win of the weekend with Adams second and Jackson holdingon to third. The Youth Intermediate Class saw a good first turn

battle but it was Joe Burden who came out in front with KierArmstrong and Storm Stacy in hot pursuit. Burden showed his class

as he pulled away for the victory with Armstrong holding on tosecond and Stacy taking third. Leon Collier continues to show

progression as he took the Youth Junior Class.

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Minibike ClassLeah Tokelove was unstoppable once again in theMinibike Class as she moved straight to front totake her second win of the weekend. Behind, AlfieCollett and Adam Lovesey were constantly tradingplaces. At the line it was Collett who had the edgefor second with Lovesey having to settle for third.

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LEAH TOKELOVE #37 ON HER WAY TO THE MINIBIKE WINPHOTO: IAN OSBORNE

Who is Rick Bearcroft?Im just a big kid who hasnt stopped playing with grubbybits of metal since I first took my pushbike to pieces when I was a kid. I trained as a toolmaker and have a workshop athome so I dont have to pay other people to do things worsethan I do. I can do most of what I need from major framemods (the race Triumph runs a BSA frame I cut in half andextended three inches to get the T140 motor in) to turning,milling and welding. I spend a lot of time making tools,frame jigs, and fixtures. I like engineering that has somethought in it, some proportion and detail, and has a bit offlair. The 4x4 Bedford Model J truck I use to haul my bikesto meetings came about because it was cheaper and better tobuild that with Range Rover running gear than buy a yankpickup. I like it now because its English, does what I needand its a bit different.

How did you end up racing with the DTRA?Id green-laned a bit but never raced. I saw Dirt Quake inthe press and a friend and I wanted to take part. Then wefound out about the DTRA. We went along to Pete Boastsflat track school which was fantastic. This is essentiallearning for race virgins. The next weekend we raced. I wasgobsmacked when I made the final. I did okay in my firstyear racing in the Rookies. The Vintage Class was startingup and looked good, so last winter I built the Triumph andran both classes this year. I have to mention my sponsorsand engine gurus, Arfur and Darrell at RockerboxMotorcycles in Farnham. The noise on the start line inVintage class is just... ear porn. The whole DTRA thing isjust a blast. The people, the racing, the travelling, and beingwheel to wheel with everyone at their own limit is such abuzz. I may be addicted! D

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One look at his vintage Triumph racer and Model J race wagon and its obvious

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Rick at the final round at Rye House with his sweet-lookingTriumph he rode in the Vintage Class throughout the 2015 season

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Kids of the DTRAKids of the DTRAThe season we have seen our largest number of youngsters racing the DTRA series. Despite their age they have put in some impressive performances and have delivered some quality great race action. Meet the future of British flat track racing.ALL PHOTOS: IAN ROXBURGH

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George HopperGeorge HopperAge: 11 Class: Youth Intermediate Race No: #110 Bike: KTM 85Home Town: Swadlincote Years racing DTRA: Three

Why did you start racing flat track?I love going sideways so I thought Id try it on the shale as well as doing it on grass.What do you like best about flat track racing?I like close racing, speed and sideways action. And I like watching the Pro Class.Which was you best race in 2015 and why?Amman Valley even though my engine blew. The track was the best because it wasfaster than any other track and you could get loads of speed, especially around thecorners. Rye House was good too. I had some close laps with Joe in race three whichmakes racing more exciting. What are you goals for 2016?To win the overall championship again. I lost out this year due to engine failures,but I was happy with second after only completing five out of seven rounds. Who is your favourite DTRA rider and why?Aidan Collins because he has so much style and can come off the racing line tomake amazing passes. He makes it look so easy. What are you winter riding plans?To get as much practice and time on the bike as possible.


Age: 11Class: Youth JuniorRace No: #91Bike: KTM-65Home Town: TamworthYears racing DTRA: Two

Why did you start racing flat track?I got told about it by a friend. I tried it and found that I loved it.What do you like best about flat track racing?I enjoy going flat out down the straights and sideways aroundthe corners.

Which was you best race in 2015 and why?Round six at Amman Valley. I was able to catch up and stay withthe older youth riders and I won youth rider of the day.What are you goals for 2016?To make a good start on my TM 85cc and stay with the top riders.Who is your favourite DTRA rider and why?Oliver Brindley because he is such a talented rider who inspiresus younger riders.What are you winter riding plans?Im going to be racing in the Scunthorpe winter series to preparemyself for the 2016 DTRA championship.

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Jack BellJack BellAge: 12Class: Youth IntermediateRace No: #93Bike: 150 HondaHome Town: SleafordYears racing DTRA: One

Why did you start racing flat track? I raced speedway and did beach racing at Mablethorpe, andwanted to do flat track because the style of riding suited to me.What do you like best about flat track? I love the buzz I get from racing, meeting old and new friends,and having fun.Which was your best race in 2015 and why? I enjoyed Leicester and Rye House because theyre nice tracks.What are your goals for 2016? To attend all meetings and ride the best I can.Who is your favourite DTRA rider and why? Honestly, I dont really have a favourite.What are your winter riding plans? Racing on the beach at Mablethorpe and Scunthorpesspeedway club winter championship.


Age: 13Class: Youth IntermediateRace No: #58Bike: Yamaha YZ-85 Home Town: Burton-on-TrentYears racing DTRA: One

Why did you start racing flat track? I had a go at flat track at our local club and enjoyed the experience.What do you like best about flat track racing? I enjoy the corner entry and sliding the bike into the corners,and the close racing battles.

Which was you best race in 2015 and why? I had my best race at Eastbourne with Kier Armstrong. We battled hard in every race and took it right to the lastcorner and the finish line.What are you goals for 2016? To stay competitive and above all enjoy racing.Who is your favourite DTRA rider and why? Skye Adams is my favourite rider and a racing buddy. Shealways has time to pass on her experience to help me andother riders become better.What are you winter riding plans? Im doing the Scunthorpe winter series and will be riding asmany practice days as possible.

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Jordan-Lee MillerJordan-Lee MillerAge: 14Class: Youth SeniorRace Number: #19Bike: Will be some form of 250cc 4-stroke next seasonHome Town: SleafordYears Racing DTRA: Two

Why did you start racing flat track? I love going flat out and turning left. It takes real skill to slide fast and youlearn a lot about bike control.What do you like best about flat track racing? Its a combination of being flat out while turning left, the series organisationand the way everyone helps each other in such a friendly environment. Which was you best race in 2015 and why? Amman Valley despite my bike blowing itself to pieces. That track is so fastand enjoyable to ride with more than one fast line.What are you goals for 2016? To win. Isnt that why we race?! Anything less is just playing.Who is your favourite DTRA rider and why? I have three; Oliver Brindley because of his abilities, Justin Heavens as hesalways smiling no matter what and me.What are your winter riding plans?To get another bike and race a few Mablethorpe beach events along withsome of the Scunthorpe winter series rounds.


Age: 14Class: Youth SeniorRace No: #76Bike: 2015 Kawasaki KXF-250Home Town: SwadlincoteYears racing DTRA: Six

Why did you start racing flat track?I started aged eight on my KTM 65 and finished second overall in theYouth Junior Class in my first full season.What do you like best about flat track racing? The atmosphere when I race, and also the style and tracks we race on.I also like the interest that everyone has about the sport. That is what makeseach meeting special.Which was you best race in 2015 and why? At the MCN Festival in Peterborough. I came first and won a Nixon Watchwhich was kindly provided from the sponsor. The track was in great

condition and I got to show my talent to many other people, and not justthe usual crowd we see at races.What are you goals for 2016? Id like to win the championship like I did on my Yamaha 85 in 2014. Idlike to give the Restricted Class a go at the end of next year because itsthe class I will hopefully be racing the following year.Who is your favourite DTRA rider and why? Oliver Brindley. Hes an inspiration to the kids that race with the DTRA. I likehis riding style and that hes at the front with the pros, and how his successhas led him to racing in multiple countries. Hes inspired and encouragedmany kids, myself included, to becoming even more talented than peopleexpect. Hes proved that young people can be exceptionally good riders.What are your winter riding plans? To adjust my front suspension thanks to advice from Johnny Lewis. Im racing on the beach at Mablethorpe and will work on my style racingat Scunthorpe Speedway.

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Age: 15Class: Youth IntermediateRace No: #17Bike: Honda CRF-150 Home Town: Boston, LincolnshireYears racing DTRA: One

Why did you start racing flat track? My dad has been flat tracking since it first started in the UK so Ihave grown up with it.What do you like best about flat track racing?l love the feeling off sliding and backing it into the corners. And everyones so friendly in the paddock.Which was you best race in 2015 and why?Eastbourne. This was because the track was just a bit damp and

I had some great races against Joe Burden taking my first twowins. I also like Amman Valley in Wales because its so fast. What are you goals for 2016?My dads letting me ride his CRF-450 over the winter to get usedto it. Hopefully, I will be going up into that class next season.Who is your favourite DTRA rider and why? I like watching the Neave twins (Tim and Tom) because they areso committed.What are you winter riding plans?I will be getting as much practice as I can on the dirt trackbikes. I will also be beach racing at Mablethrope beach. I movedup to the 125cc two-stroke class this year. I took three wins atthe first meeting so Im pleased to be leading the championshipafter the first round. D

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September 13, Rye House Speedway, Hoddesdon

Round seven of the 2015 DTRA series held at Rye House provided a great conclusion to an action packed race season.With dry weather and the unique banked track it provided some hotly contested racing throughout the day.

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THE TWO MAIN CONTENDERS FOR THE PRO CHAMPIONSHIP,OLVER BRINDLEY #24 AND AIDAN COLLINS #90 PHOTO: IAN ROXBURGH


Pro ClassThe Pro Class final saw Aidan Collins grab the holeshotafter a superb start and hit the first corner in front ofAlan Birtwistle and Oliver Brindley in second and thirdrespectively. Brindley had the bit between his teeth as hepassed Birtwistle and started to chase down Collins.Unfortunately, the young hot shot was moving so quicklyhe nearly lost it in the top corner losing ground. Birtwistlecashed in and immediately moved through into second.Out front Collins produced a textbook race to take thecheckered flag. Birtwistle rode well for second withBrindley managing to recover and hang on to the finalpodium spot.

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Thunderbike ClassIt was Dave Chadburn who got a flying start in the

Thunderbike Class with George Pickering and Tom Clemans inhot pursuit. Pickering managed to pass Chadburn to move

into the lead and went on to take the win with some stylishriding. Chadburn held on to second with Clemans third.


DAVE CHADBURN #36 LEADING ROSS HERROD #52 AND GEORGE PICKERING #38

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GARY BIRTWISTLE #120 AND TOBY HALES #20 RACING RIGHT TO THE LINEPHOTO: IAN ROXBURGH


Restricted ClassThe Restricted Class saw Toby Hales first race taking on thebig boys. He got a blinding start as he moved into the lead inthe first corner ahead of Gary Birtwistle and Ross Herrod.Hales showed the older guys how its done as he delivered aclassy performance to take the win. Behind, Herrod led thechase to take second with Birtwistle dropping the bike inthe final corner allowing Daniel Kafka to steal third place.

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Rookie ClassThe Rookie Class was a tight race as Andrew Smith led the

charge with Jeremy Skipp second and Frank Depoisier third.Smith put together a quality performance to take the win.

The battle behind saw Depoisier putting pressure on Skipp,but in doing so he lost it a little allowing Sean Kelly to

sneak through. Kelly and Skipp fought all the way to thefinish with Skipp getting the edge as they crossed the line.


ANDREW SMITH #109R TOOK THE WIN IN THE ROOKIE CLASS PHOTO: IAN ROXBURGH

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THE TOP THREE GOING OFF THE LINE, ANTHONY BROWN #47,GUY SUTHERLAND #97 AND PAUL HARRISON #4 PHOTO: IAN ROXBURGH


Vintage ClassAnthony Brown and Guy Sutherland had been duking it out allday in the Vintage Class and it was Brown who hit the firstturn ahead come final time. The pair pulled away andSutherland tried to get through on the inside as they passeda back marker. Unfortunately, the move didnt work as Brownused his drive from the outside line to stay in front. Browntook the win with Sutherland second and Paul Harrison third.

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LEON COLLIER #91 OUT FRONT IN THE FIRST CORNER IN THE YOUTH JUNIOR CLASSESPHOTO: IAN ROXBURGH


TOBY HALES #20 LEADS OUT OF THE FIRST CORNER IN THE YOUTH SENIOR CLASSPHOTO: IAN ROXBURGH

Youth ClassIn the Youth Senior Class Toby Hales was once again on fire

as he took his second win of the day. Behind, Skye Adamschased with some smart riding for second with Jordan Lee

Miller third. The Youth Intermediate Class saw George Hopperget the jump on his competition to take the win. Joe Burden

put in a good performance for second with Jack Bell third.Leon Collier continues to show progress as he took the win in

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LEAH TOKELOVE #37 AND ALFIE COLLETT #56 FOUGHT HARD EVERY RACEPHOTO: IAN ROXBURGH


Minibike ClassOnce again Leah Tokelove was in unstoppable form in the

Minibike Class as she moved to front and rode away from hercompetition to take the win. Alfie Collett rode well for second

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DTRA 2015 FINAL RESULTSPro ClassPOS # NAME RD 1 RD 2 RD 3 RD 4 RD 5 RD 6 RD 7 TOTAL BEST SIX1 90 AIDAN COLLINS 14 20 20 16 14 14 20 118 1042 24 OLIVER BRINDLEY 16 16 16 11 20 20 14 113 1023 30 ALAN BIRTWISTLE 11 12 12 12 12 12 16 87 764 20 ADAM ALLOTT 12 7 8 10 11 4 12 64 605 68 TOM NEAVE 20 0 11 20 0 0 0 51 516 38 GEORGE PICKERING 0 6 6 8 9 11 10 50 507 98 RICHARD MASON 8 4 7 1 10 9 11 50 498 01 TIM NEAVE 4 14 14 14 0 0 0 46 469 67 JUSTIN HEAVENS 6 9 0 7 7 8 8 45 4510 100 MATT LAYT 2 8 2 2 8 7 9 38 3611 71 GLYN POCKLINGTON 10 11 10 0 0 0 0 31 3112 95 VINCE HURST 5 1 5 6 4 3 7 31 3013 54 PETER BOAST 9 0 9 9 0 0 0 27 2714 40 PAUL BALETA 0 0 0 5 6 6 4 21 2115 61 KEVIN ARMSTRONG 1 0 3 4 3 0 6 17 1716 50 LES WOOD 7 5 0 0 0 0 0 12 1217 03 PAUL SHELDON 0 0 1 3 0 0 5 9 918 18 MARK RICHARDSON 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 4 419 45 GEOFF CAIN 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 3 320 47 ANTHONY BROWN 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 321 42 TOM CLEMANS 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 2 2

Restricted ClassPOS # NAME RD 1 RD 2 RD 3 RD 4 RD 5 RD 6 RD 7 TOTAL BEST SIX1 52 ROSS HERROD 20 14 20 14 11 10 16 105 952 71 SCOTT FAULKNER 16 11 16 9 12 14 0 78 783 120 GARY BIRTWISTLE 4 16 0 20 16 16 4 76 764 37 LEAH TOKELOVE 6 7 9 12 10 12 10 66 605 06 CHRISTOPHE DECOMBARD 14 2 14 7 0 0 12 49 496 13 GARY INMAN 12 10 12 10 5 0 0 49 497 35 MIKE HILL 11 5 2 8 2 8 9 45 438 44 LEZ STEVENS 9 0 0 4 7 6 7 33 339 46 DANIEL KAFKA 0 0 0 5 8 4 14 31 3110 93 MARTIN HUNING 2 4 3 6 9 7 2 33 3111 43 MATT MOORE 10 9 11 0 0 0 0 30 3012 70 RICHARD ROWDEN 0 0 8 2 4 9 6 29 2913 06 ROBERT KINGERBY 0 0 0 0 6 11 8 25 2514 27 DROGO MICHIE 7 8 4 0 0 5 0 24 2415 118 RONALD SHAMIER 0 0 10 0 0 0 11 21 2116 28 MIKE JOHNSON 5 6 6 1 0 0 3 21 2117 79 CONOR BOLSOVER 0 20 0 0 0 0 0 20 2018 86 TOM WRIGHT 3 1 5 3 0 3 0 15 1519 15 BEN LAKE 0 12 0 0 0 0 0 12 1220 90 NUQUES SERGE 0 0 0 11 0 0 0 11 1121 89 HUBERT BASTIE 0 0 7 0 1 0 1 9 922 112 IAN CRAMP 8 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 823 144 ADAM LOVSEY 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 5 524 76 BRAD HARDMAN 0 3 1 0 0 0 0 4 425 00 DAVID GWYTHER 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 3 326 11 ROBERT WILLIAMS 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1


Rookie ClassPOS # NAME RD 1 RD 2 RD 3 RD 4 RD 5 RD 6 RD 7 TOTAL BEST SIX1 33 SEAN KELLY 16 5 14 20 20 20 14 109 1042 109 ANDREW SMITH 14 10 11 10 14 16 20 95 853 48 PHILLIP GERRARD 10 4 0 16 16 14 11 71 714 64 JEREMY SKIPP 11 0 12 14 6 3 16 62 625 20 MICHAEL HERMAN 1 12 20 0 5 12 0 50 506 15 PETER JORDAN 9 0 16 0 7 6 0 38 387 80 MIKE FISHER 12 7 7 0 0 0 8 34 348 99 MARK WALKER 20 11 0 0 0 0 0 31 319 32 ANDREW MURPHY 6 14 0 8 1 0 0 29 2910 141 RICK GARDINER 0 1 0 6 10 8 0 25 2511 34 TOM MOORE 0 2 0 0 11 11 0 24 2412 58 MATTHEW WALKER 2 8 0 0 12 0 0 22 2213 144 ANDREW BURR 0 0 0 0 0 9 10 19 1914 62 BRAM DE ROECK 4 0 8 0 0 0 6 18 1815 81 DAMIAN McCANN 0 0 0 11 0 7 0 18 1816 69 ROBERT ALLAGAIER 3 9 6 0 0 0 0 18 1817 73 GILES LONGBONE 8 0 0 5 0 0 4 17 1718 148 MARK RUSSELL 0 0 0 7 0 0 9 16 1619 85 DAVID VAN PARIS 0 0 9 2 0 0 5 16 1620 39 RICK BEARCROFT 5 0 3 0 8 0 0 16 1621 17 JEREMY DECOMBARD 0 3 4 0 0 0 7 14 1422 82 ISAAC HUNTER 0 0 5 0 4 1 3 13 1323 79 GREG KRZESZOWIE 0 0 0 0 9 4 0 13 1324 21 FRANCK DEPOISIER 0 0 0 0 0 0 12 12 1225 12 MILO HISCOX 0 0 0 0 2 10 0 12 1226 09 SEBASTISAN LORENTZ 0 0 0 12 0 0 0 12 1227 83 BEN HUNTER 0 6 2 0 3 0 0 11 1128 87 FRED ROMBART 0 0 0 9 0 0 0 9 929 01 ADI LONGMORE 0 0 0 0 0 8 0 8 830 02 IAN SISSON 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 4 431 13 DAVID BORAS 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 3 332 51 RANDALL THOMAS 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 2 233 77 SAM CHRISTMAS 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 2 234 21 NORM JOSS 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 135 96 ADAM WALLER 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 136 66 JAMES OHARA 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 1

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DTRA 2015 FINAL RESULTSThunderbike ClassPOS # NAME RD 1 RD 2 RD 3 RD 4 RD 5 RD 6 RD 7 TOTAL BEST SIX1 38 GEORGE PICKERING 11 14 20 20 20 20 20 125 1142 45 GEOFF CAIN 12 20 16 12 14 11 0 85 853 42 TOM CLEMANS 10 16 14 11 11 14 14 90 804 97 GUY SUTHERLAND 9 5 12 9 16 16 11 78 735 52 ROSS HERROD 14 10 0 7 12 10 12 65 656 36 DAVE CHADBURN 20 4 0 16 0 0 16 56 567 03 PAUL SHELDON 3 7 11 4 10 8 8 51 488 35 MIKE HILL 0 6 8 5 8 9 9 45 459 13 GARY INMAN 8 11 9 8 9 0 0 45 4510 43 MATT MOORE 6 12 10 2 0 0 7 37 3711 26 NEIL MARTIN 16 0 0 14 0 0 0 30 3012 27 DROGO MICHIE 4 8 5 0 3 7 0 27 2713 40 PAUL BALETA 0 0 0 0 5 12 4 21 2114 109 ANDREW SMITH 0 0 0 6 0 1 10 17 1715 86 TOM WRIGHT 1 0 3 0 4 6 3 17 1716 44 LEZ STEVENS 0 1 0 0 7 2 2 12 1217 28 MIKE JOHNSON 5 0 7 0 0 0 0 12 1218 41 STEVE LANE 0 0 0 0 6 0 5 11 1119 76 BRAD HARDMAN 0 2 1 1 0 0 6 10 1020 08 GUY MARTIN 0 0 0 10 0 0 0 10 1021 120 GARY BIRTWISTLE 0 9 0 0 0 0 0 9 922 83 BEN HUNTER 0 0 4 0 0 4 0 8 823 06 CHRISTOPHE DECOMBARD 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 7 724 62 BRAM DE ROECK 0 0 6 0 0 0 0 6 625 79 GREG KRZESZOWIEC 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 5 526 82 ISAAC HUNTER 0 0 2 0 0 3 0 5 527 23 STUART AVERY 0 3 0 0 2 0 0 5 528 517 JULIAN HEPPENKAUSEN 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 3 329 112 IAN CRAMP 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 230 25 DEREK BRINDLEY 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 1

Minibike ClassPOS # NAME RD 1 RD 2 RD 3 RD 4 RD 5 RD 6 RD 7 TOTAL BEST SIX1 37 LEAH TOKELOVE 20 20 16 20 20 20 20 136 1202 44 ADAM LOVESEY 10 10 14 12 11 14 12 83 733 56 ALFIE COLLETT 11 16 0 0 12 16 16 71 714 96 ADAM WALLER 12 8 0 14 14 12 10 70 705 93 MARTIN HUNING 0 11 12 0 16 0 14 53 536 22 ROBERT NEAVE 14 14 10 0 0 0 0 38 387 09 FREDDIE HALES 16 7 0 0 0 0 0 23 238 07 SOPHIE LITTLE 0 0 0 0 0 11 11 22 229 38 GEORGE PICKERING 0 5 0 16 0 0 0 21 2110 07 NEVIN PONTIOUS 0 0 20 0 0 0 0 20 2011 69 ROBERT ALGAIER 0 6 11 0 0 0 0 17 1712 45 GEOFF CAIN 0 12 0 0 0 0 0 12 12


Vintage ClassPOS # NAME RD 1 RD 2 RD 3 RD 4 RD 5 RD 6 RD 7 TOTAL BEST SIX1 97 GUY SUTHERLAND 16 20 20 12 20 20 16 124 1122 47 ANTHONY BROWN 20 12 16 16 16 0 20 100 1003 89 HUBERT BASTIE 0 10 12 0 11 14 12 59 594 04 PAUL HARRISON 14 14 0 11 0 0 14 53 535 12 MILO HISCOX 12 8 8 2 10 11 0 51 516 74 GUY WILLIAMS 0 7 9 8 12 12 0 48 487 05 FRANK CHATOKHINE 0 16 0 20 0 0 0 36 368 15 PETER JORDAN 0 11 3 0 9 0 11 34 349 39 RICHARD BEARCROFT 0 0 11 6 7 0 8 32 3210 179 GUTO LLEWELLYN 0 0 0 0 14 16 0 30 3011 25 DEREK BRINDLEY 0 0 14 14 0 0 0 28 2812 87 DIMITRI COSTE 0 9 5 10 0 0 0 24 2413 60 PAUL MURRELL 7 2 4 0 4 0 4 21 2114 57 JOHN BODDY 0 4 0 7 0 0 9 20 2015 101 JON DYER 0 0 0 0 5 9 6 20 2016 33 STEFAN ADAMS 0 0 2 0 8 10 0 20 2017 56 JAMES BODDY 0 6 0 5 0 0 7 18 1818 59 NICK ASHLEY 11 0 6 1 0 0 0 18 1819 65 VINCENT PRIESTLEY 10 0 0 0 6 0 0 16 1620 08 ADAM BRINKWORTH 0 1 7 4 0 0 3 15 1521 49 OLIVIER DE QUELLEC 8 5 0 0 0 0 0 13 1322 78 JAMES JORDAN 0 3 0 3 0 0 5 11 1123 112 IAN CRAMP 0 0 0 0 0 0 10 10 1024 517 JULIAN HEPPENKAUSEN 0 0 10 0 0 0 0 10 1025 41 DAVID WEBB 0 0 0 9 0 0 0 9 926 11 ROBERT WILLIAMS 9 0 0 0 0 0 0 9 9

Youth Senior ClassPOS # NAME RD 1 RD 2 RD 3 RD 4 RD 5 RD 6 RD 7 TOTAL BEST SIX1 20 TOBY HALES 20 16 20 20 20 20 20 136 1202 76 SKYE ADAMS 16 20 12 16 16 16 16 112 1003 19 JORDAN MILLER 0 12 14 14 14 12 14 80 804 53 CONNOR JACKSON 14 0 0 12 12 14 12 64 645 10 BEN NEAVE 12 14 16 0 0 0 0 42 42

Youth Inter ClassPOS # NAME RD 1 RD 2 RD 3 RD 4 RD 5 RD 6 RD 7 TOTAL BEST SIX1 58 JOE BURDEN 10 14 20 16 16 20 16 112 1024 110 GEORGE HOPPER 20 16 0 20 12 0 20 88 882 17 KIER ARMSTRONG 11 12 16 12 14 16 12 93 823 79 STORM STACEY 16 20 0 0 20 14 0 70 705 93 JACK BELL 12 0 14 14 0 0 14 54 546 13 BAILEY FELLOWS 14 0 0 0 0 0 0 14 147 24 EULALY DECOMBARD 0 0 0 0 0 0 11 11 11

Youth Junior ClassPOS # NAME RD 1 RD 2 RD 3 RD 4 RD 5 RD 6 RD 7 TOTAL BEST SIX1 90 LEON COLLIER 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 140 120

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Lives: North London.First Camera: Canon EOS 300 35mm with a terrible

zoom lens. Day job: Freelance digital operator and lighting assistant

for portrait, fashion and advertising photographers. Ive also started to get the odd photography commission

for magazines and commercial clients.Equipment carried: Canon 5D Mk3 and Fuji X100S,

50mm and 85mm, plus 24-70mm and 70-200mmzoom lenses.

Why I like to shoot flat track: I love the wholeaesthetic of flat track racing. The bikes look amazing and

I love the DIY look of the clothing. I also like that its asmall, friendly and approachable community with a

great spirit of camaraderie that doesnt feel corporate.Inspiration: Documentary films by Nick Broomfield

and Louis Theroux, and photos by Tom Wood, Alec Soth, Joel Sternfield and Martin Parr.

What makes a good picture: The result of manyelements - composition, colour, angle, lighting and

subject - coming together at the same time.Advice to aspiring snappers: Keep it simple and shoota subject that interests you. Be tenacious, keep shooting

and keep showing people your work.

Leon Foggitt is an aspiring photographer whostarted taking pictures of BMX riding when he

was 17-years-old. While he doesnt race flat trackhe likes to have a blast around the pits on

friends bikes. Foggitt was recently commissionedby a Norwegian newspaper to shoot Banksys

Dismaland. We asked Leon for his top five shotsfrom the DTRA and heres his selection

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I like how the riders are all bunchedup round the corner fighting for

position on the dry and dusty track.I also like the blurred silhouettes of

the spectators in the background.

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The beautiful evening sunlight is what makes thispicture for me. I love seeing the blurred spectatorsbehind the wire fence while keeping the rider sharp.

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A great old bike and philosophy.

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I love the look of these retro bikes. I like the way thefence looks and the spectators in the background.

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I like seeing all the different leathersand helmets as the weary lookingriders push their bikes post-race.

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1. DESCRIBE YOUR FIRST MOTORBIKE?My first flat track race bike was a Knight Rotax, bought fromPeter Boast, in 2006 or 07. It had 18in Astralites. I sold itwhen the Wood Rotax I now race came up for sale a year or solater. My first bike of any type was a Vespa PK50.

2. HOW DID YOU DO IN YOUR FIRST RACE?Kings Lynn, 2007. I was about to be lapped by Peter Boast, buthe didnt want to embarrass me, so he hung back to let mecross the line in front of him. I had another lap and managedto highside coming out of turn four. There was no rookie classback then. I was straight out with the axe murderers.

3. WHATS YOUR ESSENTIAL BREKKIE?Tesco pain au chocolat, milky coffee.

4. LUCKY RACE CHARM?I dont believe in luck, but the only race my son and mechanicMax hasnt come to for the last few season was Coventry2014, and I crashed heavily straining my shoulder. I prefer itwhen he comes to the races with me.

5. ESSENTIAL TOOL IN YOUR BOX?Bob Heath tear-offs.

6. ENERGY DRINK, TEA/COFFEE OR A CHEEKY SHOT?Two litres of Sainsburys orange squash.

7. WHO ARE YOU ARCH ENEMIES ON THE DTRA RACE TRACK?I dont have enemies, only friends. I like beating everyone, butits especially good to beat good riders like Ross Herrod andScott Faulkner who regularly beat me.

8. WHATS YOUR BIKE HAULER FOR RACES?2003 VW Transporter.

9. BIGGEST WASTE OF YOUR TIME?Answering 20 questions.

10. CRAZIEST PLACE YOU HAVE SLEPT SINCE YOU STARTED RACING MOTORBIKES?Wales.

11. PEE IN CUP/BOTTLE OR WAIT FOR THE MOTORWAY SERVICES?Im a lay-by pisser.

12. THREE PEOPLE TO HAVE DINNER WITH (ALIVE OR DECEASED)?Jesus Christ, Prince Harry, my wife.

13. WHICH DTRA RACER HAS THE MOST RACE SWAGGER?Geoff Co-Built Cain is overly cocky to the point of beingdangerous.

14. WORST INJURY?In eight seasons of UK short track, a twisted shoulder. I must bounce well.

15. FAVOURITE PLACE TO RACE AND WHY?I like all our tracks until the owners soak them halfwaythrough the meeting.

16. WHAT THEME MUSIC WOULD PLAY TO A FILM OF YOUR LIFEAND WHY?It hardly matters, no one would watch it.

17. PRE-RACE RITUALS AND MEAL?Ask one of the Pro Class what tyre pressures I should berunning for the 50th time.

18. FUNNIEST PERSON YOU KNOW?Mark Harman, one of the Jerkyls dirt track club from Australia.

19. READING?Perfidia by James Ellroy; Esquire, Little White Lies, the as-yetunpublished Sideburn 23.

20. WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING OVER THE NEXT COUPLE OF MONTHS?Working. Making Sideburn. Maybe a bit of beach racing atMablethorpe. Going to the US Superprestigio in Las Vegas.Being the best father and husband a human being can be. Lots of stuff.

20 Questions

GARY INMANGary Inman is a stalwart of British flat track racing who has done so much to develop theUK scene. He is also the creator and editor of the superb Sideburn magazine and along withdesigner Ben Part has helped promote the sport around the globe. Inman brought us RollerBurn and is also responsible for setting up the legendary annual Dirt Quake festival thathas grown successfully over the last four years. By day hes a motorcycle journalist and inbetween his hugely busy schedule finds time to race his Rotax in the Thunderbike Class.

PHOTO: IAN ROXBURGH

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Guy Sutherland #97 and Ross Herrod #52battling it out at Amman Valley Trotting Track

for top honours in the Restricted ClassPhoto: Ian Roxburgh

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Three Co-Builts all in a row.From left to right: Geoff Cain #45,

Drogo Michie #27R and George Pickering #38Photo: Ian Roxburgh

Mr Sideburn, Gary Inman #13Photo: Ian Osborne

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Derek Brindley #25 throwing down his raceswagger at Norfolk Arena, Kings LynnPhoto: Ian Osborne

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Pro Class dust storm Photo: Ian Osborne


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Frank Chatokhine #5 in race prep modePhoto: Ian Osborne

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David Van Zele from Belgiumenjoying the Rye House dirt

Photo: Ian Roxburgh

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Tom Clemans #42R and Ross Herrod #52 battling it out inthe Restricted Class at Amman Valley Trotting Track

Photo: Ian Roxburgh

Rookies post racePhoto: Ian Roxburgh

Peter Jordan #15 and Hubert Bastie #89 bar-to-bar at Rye HousePhoto: Ian Roxburgh

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In one of the heat races Matt Layt #100 getting caught up in the battle between Aidan Collins #90and Oliver Brindley #24, who were racing for the Pro Class championship title at Rye HousePhoto: Ian Roxburgh


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The Youth Senior riders taking the first corner Toby Hales #20, Skye Adams #76,Jordan-Lee Miller #19 and Connor Jackson #53Photo: Ian Roxburgh


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Synchronised drifting at Rye House, Guy Sutherland #97 and Ross Herrod #52 Photo: Ian Roxburgh

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PARTING SHOT #03All the riders who competed in the final round of the 2015 seasonat Rye House, including Norm!Photo: Ian Roxburgh

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HOW TO RACE WITH THE DTRA IN 2016Join the ClubTo compete in our championship you will need to be a club member.

Join online at www.dirttrackriders.co.uk

2016 Memberships will be available online January 2016

Race numbers are allocated on a first come first serve basis.

2015 members have up until End February 2016 to renew their membershipto keep an existing number.

Membership FeesFull Adult Annual Membership 65

(Including compulsory series number board)

Youth Annual Membership 55

(Including compulsory series number board)

Day Memberships 10 per day (Maximum of two per year. This fee will be deducted from an annualmembership cost when you sign up for the year)

Get a LicenceTo race or practice with us you will need to hold a valid MCF Licence. Theseare available on the MCF website. Day Licences will also be available at ourmeetings if required. Day Licences are charged at 15 per day for 2016.

Enter an eventEach year the DTRA puts out a schedule of races. All races are pre-entryonly. Entries open around four weeks before each round and close theweek before the race. Details of each race are included in the raceregulations which are issued when the entries open. Entries are madethrough the DTRA web shop. Entries are all prepay only.

Entry FeesAdult race entry for first class entered 45

Adult entry for each additional class(es) entered 20

Youth entry for the appropriate age related class 35

DTRA Race Classes:Details of the full MCF regulations are found on the MCF website:

www.mcfederation.com/sites/default/files/pictures/DL_MCF_Flat_Track_regulations.pdf

Rookie Class For new riders and those less confident to ride in other classes All machines must comply with the MCF flat track regulations for the

adult solo classes

All riders must be aged 18 or over on 01 January in that competitive season The top three riders in each season will be removed from the novices

and will be promoted to the short track Restricted Class for the following season

Machine Type: 2 Stroke 125cc to 500cc, 4 Stroke 250cc to unlimited

Note: If a rider wishes to be upgraded prior to this or is competitiveenough to start racing with us and contest the Pro-Class or the RestrictedClass they may request permission from the series organisers. Any suchrequest will be reviewed by the organisers and may be granted solely atthe organisers discretion.

Restricted Class For more experienced/confident riders who consider they no longer wish

to ride in the Rookie Class

All machines must comply with the the MCF flat track regulations for theadult solo classes

All riders must be aged 15 or over on 01 January in that competitive season The top three riders of the xhampionship will be awarded a national

number the following season and will be promoted to the short track Pro Class for the following season


Note: Riders in the flat track Restricted Class may not also contest theRookie Class.

Note: The DTRA will reserve the right to mix the Pro and Restrictedclasses dependent on entry levels and time constraints.


Pro Class For all riders holding national plates from the previous season and those

awarded them at the end of the previous season, as well as any riderswith international experience in another motorcycle sport.

All riders must be aged 15 or over on 01 January in that competitive season All machines must comply with the MCF flat track regulations for the

adult solo classes


Note: Riders in the short track Pro Class may not also contest the Rookieor Restricted Classes.

Note: If a rider wishes to be downgraded to the Restricted Class theymay request permission from the series organisers. Any such requestwill be reviewed by the organisers and may be granted solely at theorganisers discretion.

Note: The DTRA will reserve the right to mix the Pro and Restrictedclasses dependant on entry levels and time constraints.

Thunderbike Class For all riders with machines meeting the technical regulations for the

MCF flat track regulations for the adult solo classes and thethunderbike engine specification below

All riders must be aged 18 or over on 01 January in that competitive season The top three riders of the championship will be awarded a national

number the following season

Thunderbike Engine Specifications:

2 Stroke, multi-cylinder machines 500cc to unlimited Twin Parallel, four stroke machines 500cc to unlimited Singles, four stroke 600cc to unlimited V-twins and multi-cylinder four strokes 600cc to unlimitedNote: Riders on equipment that does not meet the above specificationbut deemed suitable may also ride in the class but will not be eligible forchampionship points.

Vintage Class For all riders with vintage machines meeting the technical regulations

for the MCF flat track regulations for the adult solo classes

Vintage machines will be pre-approved for entry to this class by the DTRAto ensure that the spirit of the class is adhered to

All riders must be aged 18 or over on 01 January in that competitive season Under some (pre-agreed) special circumstances these bikes may be

exempt the controlled tyre rule for the rear tyre only

MiniBike Class All machines must comply with MCF flat track regulations for the

Minibike classes

All riders must be aged 15 or over on 01 January in that competitive seasonMinibike Championship Awards:

Race day points will be awarded to each entrant depending on theirfinishing position in the final of each race meeting

Championship (if number of entrants allows) will be awarded in twoclasses to the rider with the highest overall points totals based on thewheel size of their machine:

Minibike SW (Small Wheel) Wheel size 14 or less Minibike LW (Large Wheel) Wheel size over 14 but not larger than 19

Junior Class For riders aged 7 11 years on the 01 January in that competitive season Machines must comply with the technical regulations for the Junior/

Intermediate/Youth classes and the general MCF flat track regulations

Intermediate Class For riders aged 10- 15 years on the 01 January in that competitive season Machines must comply with the technical regulations for the Junior/


Senior Class For riders aged 14 17 years on the 01 January in that competitive season Machines must comply with the technical regulations for the Junior/


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