Le Mans Classic

[Rudernst]

Originally Posted by john ruston

Rudolf-The car looked good in Antwerp.

good to know that
You have seen more of the Lorraine than I did

its my Kieft that is still in bits, but Hibberds will get it ready in time even if the lights in the workshop wont go out often in the next weeks
they always do

Rudolf

[Alex E]

Just a reminder not to leave anything lying around at LMC. Last year we lost 2 bicycles from the back of the paddock tent and the team next door lost tyheir quad bike.

[Austinspace75]

Hi, does anyone know if there will be spectator access to the Arnage/Indianapolis and Mulsanne enclosures please?

It wasn't available at the last LMC we attended (2002) and I'm struggling to find an event map.

Thanks!

[gary396]

Not sure about access to Arnage/Indianapolis but when I went in 2010 there was good spectator access to the outside of the Mulsanne corner (raised banking with reasonable sight-line over the fencing). Car park in wooded area about 200 metres away and entrance via your general entrance ticket.

Gary

[Austinspace75]

Originally Posted by gary396

Car park in wooded area about 200 metres away and entrance via your general entrance ticket.
Gary

Know it well... was there in the early hours of last Sunday morning

Thanks Gary, sounds promising

[Rudernst]

Originally Posted by Alex E

Just a reminder not to leave anything lying around at LMC. Last year we lost 2 bicycles from the back of the paddock tent and the team next door lost tyheir quad bike.

That sounds like very good advice
We never had any problems so far, but with these huge crowds it pays to be careful

Rudolf

[Teddington Ted]

Have any of you out there received your passes ?

Mark

[john ruston]

Yes

[Rudernst]

passes received

nice box BTW

Rudolf

[rogerwills]

Is anyone planning to attend the official dinner on Thursday night? We didn't do it last time and I'm wondering if it is worth attending this year or not? I've heard mixed reports.

[john ruston]

We will miss it again.

Need any tickets?

Having our usual barbecue at the farm the gang stay at.

We are in the Audi hotel on Industrial Estate.Walk to pits

[IAN #51]

Originally Posted by rogerwills

Is anyone planning to attend the official dinner on Thursday night? We didn't do it last time and I'm wondering if it is worth attending this year or not? I've heard mixed reports.

We did the dinner in 2010 ! Fantastic building ' food and backdrop we won't be doing it this year but worth going to once

[johngee]

I've just heard that there will be no Radio Le Mans coverage this year. I understand that the reasons are 'commercial' (i.e. nobody is prepared to pay for it) but the event, both for the spectators and the competitors, will be much the poorer for the lack of John Hindhaugh and company.

[MartinSmith]

Originally Posted by johngee

I've just heard that there will be no Radio Le Mans coverage this year. I understand that the reasons are 'commercial' (i.e. nobody is prepared to pay for it) but the event, both for the spectators and the competitors, will be much the poorer for the lack of John Hindhaugh and company.

Never say never because you never know but yes, it looks very unlikely that RLM will be there this year (but as I say....ts not over till a certain lady has sung....and although she has warmed up....she has not yet started to sing ) If they are not there this year, remember how you all feel when I start campaiging for sponsors for 2014 for them!!

Will update in 24 hours

ta
C

[White flag man]

Give a wave to us on post 61, second Mulsanne Chicane. Hope I don't see any of you there in person, if you know what I mean.

[gt917]

[QUOTE=ClaireSmith;3098667] (but as I say....ts not over till a certain lady has sung....and although she has warmed up....she has not yet started to sing )


If you are going to sing then i,m abandoning my trip to the classic next week. I think we all want to enjoy the event!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

GT

[retrognome]

Originally Posted by White flag man

Give a wave to us on post 61, second Mulsanne Chicane. Hope I don't see any of you there in person, if you know what I mean.

I'll come and say hello

[Rudernst]

Originally Posted by rogerwills

Is anyone planning to attend the official dinner on Thursday night? We didn't do it last time and I'm wondering if it is worth attending this year or not? I've heard mixed reports.

I didnt plan to bring black tie or somesuch and bother with a function like this somewhere away from the circuit.
there is enough running around to do to a schedule from Friday onwards

I feel more like relaxing with friends over a barbie on the last quiet night before the event

I tend to feel funny for a sec when I see others in the paddock getting ready for it but less and less each year

Dont let me spoil your fun though

Rudolf

[MartinSmith]

Originally Posted by ClaireSmith

(but as I say....ts not over till a certain lady has sung....and although she has warmed up....she has not yet started to sing )

Originally Posted by gt917

If you are going to sing then i,m abandoning my trip to the classic next week. I think we all want to enjoy the event!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

GT

So.....are you saying Im fat Graham?...ha ha (you have walked into this because the saying is "it aint over til the fat lady sings")

Would you like some salt with your foot? ha ha xx

[Rudernst]

Originally Posted by White flag man

Give a wave to us on post 61, second Mulsanne Chicane. Hope I don't see any of you there in person, if you know what I mean.

will do

Rudolf

watch out for blue Lorraine in G1 and pale green Kieft in G2 and wave back
and yes, Id rather not see there in person although I had a magneto failure at that very spot in my 1929 Aston in 2008

[john ruston]

See there is a smart phone app for Le Mans Classic with entry list and stuff.

Teams born on here are numbered between 7 and 17.

This means early Pit numbers,On left looking from back.

[John Turner]

I hope someone with a camera, prepared to put pics up on this thread, is going.

John, you're ahead of me on technology. I still honestly don't know what an 'app' is despite hearing it regularly in conversation.

[Peter Mallett]

Off topic comment alert I have to type this or my brain will explode! "application" refers to software that provides info or connects to a service such as the "Formula1 app" which connects to the FIA live timing. Thanks for reading, you've been a wonderful audience. Don't forget to try the veal and tip your waitress. We now return you to the topic

[gary396]

Originally Posted by John Turner

I hope someone with a camera, prepared to put pics up on this thread, is going.

John, you're ahead of me on technology. I still honestly don't know what an 'app' is despite hearing it regularly in conversation.

I'll be there John! Even bought a new lens to play with so will post a few when I get back although Le Mans isn't the easiest place to photograph owing to the high fencing but from memory (of my one brief visit to the last LMC) there are a few decent spots.

Just downloaded the app - thanks JR - looks quite useful.

[smokystove]

I'm performing at a festival in Caen not too far way, so discovered last minute that I will be able to make Friday.

But paddock passes are sold out... anyone have one going spare?

Will buy it or would be happy to organize a day ticket to the festival in exchange for those who aren't busy the whole weekend.

Festival info here if interested: http://www.festivalbeauregard.com/en/