Early favourite Alex Vukovich was the most consistent over the first three laps putting pressure on the group, while Adrian Brown was back to conquer the mountain with a strengthened rear hub after last year’s mishap. The roads have usually been quiet for the event apart from MAMIL cyclists, but this year there was plenty of traffic including slow moving trucks and cars with trailers making it very tricky to gauge lack times while riding. Michael Griffin mastered the process gliding through traffic to eventually finish near the top position.
Brant Cumming utilised the manoeuvrability of his Lambretta to finish first and take photos of those finishing, this may have cost him the chance of a trophy, but we all appreciate the pics thanks Brant. Syed Hasib was keen to win and looking good until his Lambretta twisted a crank, we all know the joys of classic scoots. I’m sure his scoot will come back stronger next year after repairs.
A special mention for furthest travelled to Nick Ward who wasn’t present at the pre-start meeting and completed an extra two laps while others were finishing.
Whilst feasting on Thai Chicken and slow cooked beef we were able to look at Tim’s collection of Lambrettas, Maicoletta and Fuji Rabbits, got to love the diversity in the classic scooter scene. The times were tallied up and the winner was Corey Kirkland on his small frame Vespa, he’s getting used to winning things and can hopefully spend the prize money getting his lottery won Lambretta on the road for next year’s event.
It would be great to hold the event Nationally again next year if the rest of Aus (NZ, Asia…) is up for it.
Cheers,
Jerry Gresham