It might only be the second week in March but already the hardy boys and girls of both Thundersport GB and Bemsee have graced (and in some cases tasted) the tarmac of Brands Hatch. I went to both meetings and the thing that struck me both times (apart from the cold!) was that British Club racing seems to be blossoming again. Both clubs had full grids, a packed paddock and a great mix of experienced riders and newcomers. Things have come a long way since the difficult years of the recession when clubs folded and grids thinned. I used to race with EMRA, New Era, Darley Moor and Pegasus MC. Sad to think that two of those clubs are no longer with us. Thundersport GB and Bemsee though are showing us how it can and should be done. And best of all, you don't need mega bikes and loads of money to go racing or provide top entertainment. For me, the race of the day at Bemsee's meeting on Sunday was the second MZ race. Two guys, side by side for ten laps. It was mega!
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