Recounting a time of unparalleled access to the highest level of motor-racing this is an informal personal record of the people the cars & the events from that golden era gloriously illustrated with many previously unpublished photographs. Now a generation later many of the cars & drivers shown here in their heyday can be found appearing at historic race meetings drawing crowds approaching the size of those seen at modern Formula One touring car & motorcycle events. The authors personal recollections are complemented by contributions from one of the foremost racing mechanics of his day Bob Dance. This is a unique combination & a unique book. ...

This is perfect for motor racing fans. See motor cars or motorbikes in their full racing glory around one of the UKs best-loved circuits. You & your guests will be able to spend a day at one of the top motorsport venues in the UK. Some examples of the type of meetings include classic cars supercars powerbikes & stock cars. The type of meetings do vary depending on the chosen circuit typically D Class meets please check when booking. Once you have received your voucher pack all you need to do is let us know your selected venue entrance tickets will then be sent with the racing calendar details so that you can show up at your chosen event without having to pre-book. Please note Castle Combe is restricted to 5 Saturday race days a year which include one Motorcycle meeting. What You Will Receive On purchasing this experience you will receive a Silver A5 Presentation Pack. Your Silver A5 Presentation Pack is embossed with a ribbon design great if you are buying this experience as a gift. Included within your presentation pack: Your Gift Experience Voucher
- Keep this safe! You will need this to book your experience & may be required to take this with you on the day of your experience. An Information Booklet
- Detailing all you need to know about your experience including personal injury cover cancellation cover & full terms & conditions of the experience. How to Book Guide
- A personal guide based on your chosen experience detailing all the available locations & contact numbers you need to ensure you experience runs smoothly. "


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This is perfect for motor racing fans. See motor cars or motorbikes in their full glory racing around one of the UK&8217;s best-loved circuits. You & a guest will be able to spend a day at one of the top motorsport venues in the UK. The type of meetings do vary depending on the chosen circuit typically D Class meets please check when booking. Examples include classic cars powerslides & stock cars. Once you have received your voucher pack all you need to do is let us know your selected venue. Entrance tickets will then be sent with the racing calendar details so that you can show up at your chosen event without having to pre-book. Please note Castle Combe is restricted to five Saturday race days a year which include one motorcycle meeting. What You Will Receive On purchasing this experience you will receive a Silver A5 Presentation Pack. Your Silver A5 Presentation Pack is embossed with a ribbon design great if you are buying this experience as a gift. Included within your presentation pack: Your Gift Experience Voucher
- Keep this safe! You will need this to book your experience & may be required to take this with you on the day of your experience. An Information Booklet
- Detailing all you need to know about your experience including personal injury cover cancellation cover & full terms & conditions of the experience. How to Book Guide
- A personal guide based on your chosen experience detailing all the available locations & contact numbers you need to ensure you experience runs smoothly. "


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This book presents in-depth interviews with 24 motor sport greats all characters with a story to tell. The idea was to get them to suggest their favourite pub or restaurant for a good meal & a half-decent bottle & gently prod them into opening up their memories & opinions with frank & honest insights about themselves about the people theyd known & worked with & about the people theyd raced against. The result is a compelling read beautifully crafted by one of Britains top motor sport writers. ...

An action-packed ride through the history of the motorbike The Motorbike Book" is all about the men machines & landmark technology behind the most iconic bikes from ACE to Zundapp. Featuring over 1 000 of the latest & greatest motorbikes in the world this is an amazing visual guide tracing their evolution from the 1910s right up to the superbikes of today. All about the grit & the glory " The Motorbike Book" takes a truly international view from Italys Ducati to Japans Suzuki & tells you just how famous marques like Honda & Harley-Davidson became household names. Plus go on a virtual tour inside the engines of some of these legendary bikes to see just what powers their performance. If youre born to be wild then " The Motorbike Book" is the ultimate ride for you." ...

What makes a motorcycle go? How many different styles are there? When were the first motorcycles built? & why are they so exciting to race? Read about all kinds of different motorcycles from scooters to awe-inspiring superbikes. Fold out enormous pages to discover even more about cruisers & dragster bikes. ...

This radically updated third edition encompasses the very latest developments in motorcaravans. It is full of practical information for both new & experienced owners &

Includes:: an overview of models maintenance & repairs on habitation elements explanations of construction methods practical advice concerning appliances & detailed descriptions of motorcaravan supply systems. The content is invaluable for owners of both leisure vehicles based on van conversions & coachbuilt models constructed on a separate chassis. Guidance is also given on accessories weight restrictions modifications restoration work & self-build projects.

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A motorcaravan gives you the freedom to take your home comforts with you in one self-contained unit wherever you choose to travel. Presented in a colourful easy-to-follow format & small enough to fit in the glovebox the Motorcaravanning Handbook" contains the answers to any questions you may have about motorcaravanning & covers everything from buying your vehicle & understanding how it works to choosing & using sites. The first edition came unreservedly recommended by " Motorcaravan Motorhome Monthly" (MMM) magazine & this fully updated second edition will be essential reading for both potential motorcaravan purchasers & existing owners looking to maximise their vehicles capabilities." ...

More & more motorcyclists have taken to camping both to reduce travel costs & to add an extremely enjoyable dimension to their adventures. Motorcycle camping offers an inexpensive comfortable relaxing way to see the country enjoy nature & share stories with your friends around a campfire. For many camping is the ultimate motorcycling experience. With the wide choice of high quality products now available camping by motorcycle has never been easier. But camping by motorcycle is not just a matter of buying high-technical equipment. This new edition is loaded with up-to-date practical information such as evaluating your current bike for space & load-carrying capacity what to look for in gear & how to use it finding motorcycle-only campgrounds planning & packing for your trip dealing with critters" at camp learning how to cook without a microwave & even some recipes. An extensive resource directory lists dozens of equipment suppliers to orient you in the overwhelming sea of information available today on gear luggage clothing & even trailers." ...

In January 1952 two young men from Buenos Aires set out to explore South America on a 500cc Norton. One of them was the twenty-three-year-old Ernesto ' Che' Guevara. Written eight years before the Cuban Revolution these are the diaries of Che Guevara full of disasters & discoveries high drama & laddish improvisations. Touring through Argentina Chile Peru & Venezuela his greatest concerns are where the next drink is coming from where the next bed is to be found & who might be around to share it. Within a decade Che Guevara would be a household name. His trip might have been the adventure of a lifetime
- had his lifetime not turned into a much greater adventure. More recently made into an Oscar-winning film starring Gael Garcia Bernal ' The Motorcycle Diaries' is an extraordinary account of a hero in the making.
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