Manx Magic

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If there’s motorsport heaven on earth, the Isle of Man may come pretty close. The island may be best known to (classic) motorcyclists, but car aficionados can get more than a fair share of motor sports related fun, too. This weekend, the Manx Classic will take place for classic cars and it involves a sprint and two hillclimbs – all of them on closed roads - spread over three days. The sprint is called ‘The Sloc’ and takes place on the south eastern part of the island with the same name, giving spectacular views all the way to North Wales on a clear day. The organizers say: “From the bottom paddock competitors and spectators are able to see 75 per cent of the course which runs for a distance of 1.06 miles (1700 metres) and climbs at an average of 1 in 14, rising by 421.26 feet (128.4 metres.)”

Next are ‘Creg Willey's Hillclimb’ with long straights at Glen Helen and ‘Lhergy Frissell Hillclimb’ both on the TT course and including the famous Ramsey Hairpin, Waterworks and Gooseneck corners. The latter is the longest hillclimb in Great Britain with a run of just under 1.5 miles. It’s not just good fun for competitors, but also for spectators. 

(Words editor, picture Manx Motor Racing Club)

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