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Vol. 2 Issue 17JUNE 2012

TRIALS&

TRIBULATIONS

THE EASTERN FOURSTROKE ASSOCIATION &THE ANGLIA CLASSIC TRIALS CLUB

MONTHLY MAGAZINE

Colin Sadler at the Leonard Cheshire Charity TrialPhoto Mick Brown.

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El PresidentLife Vice PresidentVice PresidentChairman

Club Secretary

TreasurerCommittee

Championship Recorder

Trials & Tribulations Editor& Website Administrator

Membership Secretary

ACTC Secretary

Ian PreedyWilf BraybrookChris Kearney

Ted Smith

Rob Sayers29 Roman Way, Long Melford,Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 9LN

Tel: 01787 370180 Mobile: 07855 607492E-mail: secretary@eastern-fourstroke-association.co.uk

Dave KentBrian Fletcher, Bob Drane,

Graham Braybrook, Chris MaceColin Taverner

Chris Canham10 The Close, Waldingfield Road,

Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 2QATel: 01787 374399 Mobile: 07963 467922

E-mail: editor@eastern-fourstroke-association.co.uk

June Kent30 Clayhall Place, Acton,

Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 0BTTel: 01787 379192

E-mail: membership@eastern-fourstroke-association.co.uk

Kevin DavieMobile: 07801 138769

E-mail: secretary@anglia-classic-trials-club.co.uk

THE REVOLUTIONARY COUNCIL

Disclaimer - The articles and comments published herein do not necessarily represent the viewsof the Eastern Fourstroke Association, they are the opinions of individual contributors and are

published with a view that free expression promotes discussion and interest.

www.eastern-fourstroke-association.co.ukVisit the Eastern Fourstroke Associations website for a wealth of

club information, results, pictures and videos of club trials.(all submissions gladly accepted - keep your club alive)

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John Kendall1944 - 2012

I didn’t know John other than someone to admire within the club forhis unique combination of competitive, benevolent and fun lovingnature, so I am not able to make a fitting comment about his life.

But at his funeral a cavalcade of around 30 motorcycles along with ajazz band saw him off in style and Sidge Kenny read a wonderful tribute

to John at the church.Sidge has also written two articles about John which can be found on

the Eastern Centre Home page.www.easternacu.org

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TIM’S TOURS 2012

PlonkaroundRaydon Pit, Wades Lane, Raydon, Suffolk (Grid Ref TM043389)

Saturday 16th June 2012Gates will open at noon.

Trials practise for:Pre 65 solos • Pre 65 sidecars • Twin Shocks

Youths/Juniors • Twin Shock sidecars

For further information contact:Mike Harden 01473 310537

Email: mikeharden@mypostoffice.co.uk

The Mid Anglia MCCpresents for your enjoyment

WANTEDBox or Covered Trailer

Telephone Trevor Baker:Mob; 07870734859

“Right you ‘orrible lot! Pin back yourlug ‘oles and listen up.”We are going to have another attemptfor a ride out. Taking place 16th Junedeparting from The Alma at 3pm.The route planned will include a short‘comfort stop’ at Andrews Field flyingclub and then continuing to finish atthe Notley chippy near Tescos.To give me an idea of people whowould like to accept would you pleasecontact Excursion Headquarters on01206 735520 or 07761822223.There might be some light off road rid-ing but at this time unconfirmed.See you on the 16th?

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FEEL THE BURN

If your approaching 30, 40 or 50you need to read on, any younger

or older then either you don’t worry,you have bags of time or stick tothe diet, eat healthy and stay out ofthe sun. Society and media today is fullof Government health warnings ifyou’re not a diabetic you’re obese ifnot that then it’s high cholesterol,I.B.S., gout or dementia. Add tothat a mortgage, overdraft and im-pending divorce then congratula-tions and welcome to your midlifecrisis! Symptoms recognised, thenread on. Now I’m no doctor or psychia-trist just a simple Blacksmith. Butwhat I do possess are good observa-tional skills and I’m a good listener.And what I’ve seen and heard latelyhas made me realise that I can helpothers. What the hells all this got to dowith bikes John? I hear you ask.Well let me start with a recommen-dation. My mother and father havebeen married for 46 blissful yearsand that’s a Bloody long time to belocked up with – I mean share a lifewith someone. They’ve had theirups and downs same as any rela-tionship but they’re still togetherbitterly argueing with each otherevery day! Mum has her part timejob as well as Pilates and Zumbaand Dad, well Dad’s just Dad. He’sthe sort of fella who can sit througha mind numbing episode of Neigh-bours or Emmerdale then disap-pear into the shed and ‘turn up’ aR. R. 69 alloy high compressionpiston from a blank for the Velo in

the evening! And there you have itin a nutshell, the way forward,‘keep oneself occupied’ and asyou’re all members of the E.F.A. it’sbikes that occupy all of us, whetherriding, competing or maintainingand developing them. But there’smore. If you feel that some of thesymptoms mentioned earlier mayapply to you (cholesterol, obesityetc) then this is a specific areawhere I can help you. Don’t bother with a visit to thechemists or the gym, jogging etcand don’t waste money on Statins,muscle enhancing vitamin pills andall that tosh. What you need is sim-ple (listen up Eaves you’ll like this)a big heavy British Bike – the heavi-er the better! No I haven’t gone madand I’m not on the Hitchcocks pay-roll. What I say is backed up withsound scientific fact gained by ob-serving and listening, read on and Iwill list them.

1. Weight.Well lets face it there’s noth-ing heavier than a 500single iron barrelled pre-unit in a sidecar luggedframe with cast iron hubsand girder forks, as MarkGibb will testify possibly300 – 350lbs or maybe apurpose made trials bikecirca 1949/50 500T as dador Clive Dopson will agree.Where’s the benefit in thatin that? you ask. Well boyswhy waste a tidy sum on

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Saturday 23 June 2012 Start: 4pmAMCA Authorisation No. AMCA/CT/3691Clerk of the Course: Gary EavesSecretary of the Meeting: Tracey Henderson,22 Bouchers Mead, Springfield, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 6PJ Tel 01245 460025

Course: approx. 4 or 5 laps of 8 or 10 sections, all on private land.Routes: Easy/ 50/50/ ExpertMarking: Will be 1,2,3,5, NON STOP.Classes: Rigid, Pre-unit, Unit, 2 stroke, T/Shock, Mono’s, Youth

PLEASE NOTE – MONO’S ON NON EXPERT ROUTE ONLYEntries will be accepted from members of the EFA and other invited riders on the offi-cial entry form.Entry fees, £12 adult, £10 youth. A competitor becomes a member of the Anglia ClassicTrials Club for the day of the event. If you are a member of the AMCA, please quoteyour membership number.Entries close half hour before start. Cheques must be made payable to:ANGLIA CLASSIC TRIALS CLUB or ACTC.

Notice: Helmets must be worn & it is recommended that you wear other appropriateprotective clothing. Excessively noisy machines will be barred.Please keep to the marked route.All dogs to be kept on leads.

Observers: Please assist the organisers by bringing with you someone who is preparedto observe. Training given.

Results Onwww. eastern-fourstroke-association.co.uk

ANGLIA CLASSIC TRIALS CLUBAffiliated to the Amateur Motor Cycle Association

Pre 65/70 Twinshock Youth Mono Trial.Raydon Pit, Wades Lane, Raydon, Ipswich, Suffolk

(Off The B1070 East Bergholt To Hadleigh Road)Map Reference TM 041388

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ENTRY FORM The Raydon Charity Trophy Trial 23 June 2012

Declaration: Motor Sport can be dangerous and may involve injury or death. You mustread and agree to the following declaration and paragraphs below, which are designed to cre-ate a legally binding relationship in return for you being allowed to enter and compete.1. I confirm that the information in this entry form and the information and my acceptance to theterms of my competition licence are correct.2. I confirm that I understand the nature of the competition I am entering and I am competent to takepart.3. I confirm that any vehicle I use will comply with the regulations and will be safe and fit for use inthe competition.4. Before taking part in the event, I will ensure (unless prohibited) that I have inspected the venue,the track and the facilities and geographical features and that I am satisfied that it is safe for me tocompete.5. I will not take part if I have any doubt about my ability or the safety of the venue.6. I accept that the competition in motor sport may involve the risk of injury or death and I agree totake part at my own risk.7. Before taking part in the event, I will read and be bound by and comply with general regulations,any supplemental and final instructions issued by the AMCA, the organisers and the circuit ownersand the regulatory body.8. I will not participate whilst under the influence of alcohol or intoxicating drugs and that if I am tak-ing any prescribed medication, I will inform the event organiser and seek approval to participate be-fore taking part.

Riders Signature: __________________________________________Date____________

*Date of Birth (if under 18) ________AMCA Membership No..______________________

Riders Name: ____________________________________________________________

Address: _______________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________ Post Code: ____________

Telephone: ____________________________ email:_______________________________

Class Entered: __________Route: ____________Machine:__ _____________CC: _____

*Parent/Guardian Declaration and Agreement: to allow the applicant to enter the com-petition you must agree to the matters set out below, which are designed to create legal obligationson you. Sign below only if you agree.

I (print name) ____________________________________ I am the parent/legal guardian.I have read the entry form and declaration completed by the applicant and confirm the answers are true.a) I confirm that he/she is competent to take part in the event and that any vehicle which he/she willuse is safe and fit for competition.b) I will, before allowing him/her to take part, satisfy myself that the course and the facilities are safeand will inspect same.c) I also AGREE that if the applicant should sustain any injury from any cause whilst taking part inthe event and as a result bring a claim for compensation against you or the organisers or officials orsponsors or entrants or owners of the venue. I WILL INDEMNIFY AND PAY BACK TO YOU anysum which you may be required to pay as a result of such a claim.

Signature of Parent/Guardian: __________________________________ Date: ________

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Charity TrialBromley Brook May 2012

Photo’s Mick Brown.

Mark Gibb250 BSA

Mark Fletcher250 Sprite

John Daly350 AJS

Nick Dyble250 BSA

Sidge Kenny325 Suzuki

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gym membership, walkingabout whilst in ill fittinglycra shorts feeling intimidat-ed by six pack toting ArnoldSwarznagger wannabeeswhen you can have the work-out of your life lugging300lbs of Enfield or Nortonaround the Snaque Pit orThorrington!

2. Sleep.Troubled minds, insomniacs,bankers all would give theirhind teeth for a good nightsnoggin. Well believe me aftera trial riding a bike as de-scribed you will!

3. Feel Better on the Inside.When you’ve experienced thejoy of a 350 AJAY decidingto (in the words of FleetwoodMac) ‘ Go it’s own Way’ whileyou’re desperately trying torecover some dignity andmaintaining a sense of bal-ance in a section watchedover by a group of expectantonlookers who’s shouldersare doing the ‘hokey kokey’and hands cupped aroundtheir mouths in a vain at-tempt to remain silent – onlythen will you realise thatthis spectacle could never beachieved on a Bantam orYamaha. You and your bikemade it happen – be proud!

4. Diet.Someone said to me “eatwhat you like as long as you

exercise.” Well once you’vestretched your muscles be-yond elasticity heaving a bigsingle over big logs anddown again, once you’vepulled the front brake leverso hard whilst trying to re-main upright and in a for-wardly not downwardlydirection, then you’ll ‘Feelthe Burn,’ ‘Hit the Wall’ andmany other suitable phras-es. Think of all the caloriesburnt off and the musclework out – who needs Yoga!

5. Recreation – Chillaxe –Downtime.This basically means thetime taken to clean a bigBritish single after its mud-dy holiday. Quite simplyhours can be spent sittingon a little stall with a radioon next to a bucket of foam-ing water with tooth brushin hand gently teasing littletrinkets of mud and corrup-tion away from slightly rust-ing services. Let your mindwander whilst carrying outthis most pleasurable pas-time, get to know your bikeintimately, each 5∕16 nut,bolt, and washer – there’sso much dirt to enjoy! Youcan’t attack this with a pres-sure washer like those tinplate 2 strokes, this has amag! And mag’s as we knowdon’t like high pressure vol-umes of water aimed atthem, as we all know these

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Braintree's Jacob Cuptrial 19th March 1961

results and a photo havejust appeared from thearchives, photo is one DonSmith and studying thehazard is 'our' Bob Drane.Doug Theabold won pre-mier on 12 , Don 20, Bob28 (winner of Jacobs cup -best Braintree member)Ernie Wiffen also 28 ( Erniewas Francis Barnett factorysupported, later emigratingto Canada) these guys werethe front runners in the 1stclass awards. Eric Knoops,Don French and JohnPease were among 2ndclass awards . Also amongthe 113 starters were'Sidge Kenny , Dick Clears( currently rides a Bantamrigid in Dabbers eventsaged 80 -, Ian Allston,Valerie Wiffen ( Ernie'sdaughter, Barry Chaplin(currently trial photographer ) MikeHarden , Rene Bennett .Moving onto 22nd April 012 Snaque Pit TrevorBaker had a brilliant ride

,two,whilst behind him GrahamBraybrook 6 put it across MarkFletcher all on 'real' bikes! TrevorHill has the measure of his 250 Cub7 . Gary Eaves finished 2nd overall5 . On the 50/50 Chris Mace mus-cled the R/E round for 24 , BrianFletcher aced the unit ahead of asteadily improving Ryan Hyde,a bat-tle royal among the strokers, Colinand Martyn a close run day. On

easy route proof of C of C sectionlaying, good! bye the by,Clerks ofCourse and Sec. of meeting s arealways required along with observ-ers so if you've not done muchlately please step forward and givesomething back,thanks in anticipa-tion!Practice at Raydon 19th May, 25'bods', some welcome new faces,beginners & returnees a goodafternoon,Eddie Hood appearedwith very original earlier 50's Fran-cis Barnett 197 which proved to bevery usable ( in the right hands) !!

PEDRO’S PATTER

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Overall improvements were notedon the 'expertly' laid out tutor sec-tions which were enjoyed by most (I think the gent from Woodbridgefirst time out for 23 yrs was a littlestiff next day but he'll be back!)Next day at Bromley Brook the sec-tion setters produced some interest-ing challenges these were taken inhis stride by the youth ful DanielCarter 3 a real result,well doneyoung man! Gary Eaves 14 ischanging his drink from Jack Dan-iels to Red Bull in a attempt to gethis measure! Colin (Snowy) Sadlerhad some good rides . 50/50 sawRoger Finch back after a 'nigglingvirus' and doing what he does best

,those gym workouts are paying off!Greg was also on the 'pace',good tosee Brian Jacobs getting the bestout of the 'Fanny B'. RichardWreathall having a day off fromscrambling provided competitionfor Martyn Franklin who was just

in front of adversary Colin Rose inthe 'twinshock'. Even Stevens onthe 'easy' route Sidge enjoying thesection layers efforts andexpertise,(3) on 4 marks apiece. Ona dark note at the same time as theabove was taking place one of thecentre 's long time experts passedaway ,John Kendal, also very profi-cient producer of interesting andinnovative trials bikes which ena-bled him to amass a fair fewawards.I understand a person whoknew him better than I is penningsomething appropriate. I trust youwill all support Kevin& Gary intheir endevours to provide you withSaturday entertainment at Raydonsuitable for all machinery & per-sons meanwhile ride safe, use yourmirrors!

Build up your appetite and burn offsome calories ready for thoseSaturday Night Family BBQ’s thisSummer, with a few laps of RaydonPits!!!

� 4 Laps of 10 Sections

� 3 Routes — Easy (very), 50/50, Expert

� Open to: Rigid, Pre Unit, 2 Stroke, Twin Shock,

Mono’s (non Expert routes only) & Youth

� Entries close 1/2 hr before start

� AMCA Trial

Contacts:

Gary Eaves 07889 427729

Kevin Davie 07801 138769

Raydon Pits, Wades Lane, Raydon,Ipswich, Suffolk.

Off B1070 East Bergholt to Hadleigh Road

Map Ref TM 041388

23rd Jun. 21st Jul. 4th Aug.4pm Start

The RaydonCharity Trophy

Trials

3 Trial Summer Series

All Proceeds go to

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are the most temperamentalparts of any big single – whoknows what wizardry goeson in those little boxes. No,toothbrush is best. Thenonce you’ve cleaned on tothe polish and I’ll thinkyou’ll agree nothing shinesup brighter than a big Brit-ish single on a sunny day.Many smaller bikes havetried to emulate this, somehave spent not hours butweeks trying to get thatshine not realising of coursethat British aluminium cast-ings are just that – Alumini-um (predominately) not Zincor Mazac, they simply can’tlive with the shiny brillianceof a polished single on a sun-ny Sunday morning.

So in conclusion, if you want tolaugh in the face of adversity, sidleup to old age and whisper ‘bring iton’ or walk out of the doctors with aspring in your step and a clean billof health. Then forget excessiveground clearance (what’s it for any-way? Why defy gravity? Some haveso much you could limbo underthem!), the use of plastic, ali, titani-um components and that excessive-ly loud tinny 2-stroke noise. Whatyou need is a 4-stroke with plenty ofweight and above all a power pack-age that delivers (eventually.) Pullthat throttle back and wait for thesignal to be read by the engine room

below. I must say the engine man-agement system on my AJAY is sec-ond to none, the expectation andanticipation of power delivery onany big single simply can’t bematched by these modern bikes,you have to learn how to balancefeet up on the foot pegs whilst mo-tionless in sections just until theengine decides on what to do! Thisin turn gives you valuable time todecide on which way to go! It’s awin win situation. Hope this all helps and inspiresyou and a few members out therewith big British singles sitting idlyin the shed, come on drag it out,it’s never too late for exercise!

John Daly.

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Above is an edited version of Mick Browns’ ‘Keeping Track’ fixture list. To get your copy orto include an event in ‘Keeping Track!’ contact Mick Brown on, 01206 250462 or email:-

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Fixture list of Classic Trials in East Anglia & some further afield

Trials and Tribulations would like to say a big “THANK YOU”To Pedro, Mick Brown, John Daly, Bob Drane, Tracey Henderson,

Gary Eaves, & Roger Finchfor their articles, results and photographs contributed.

Those not used this month will be at a later date. “Thanks”LOOK OUT NEXT MONTH FOR MORE INTERESTING & THOUGHT

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