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February 18th, 2017, 06:21 PM
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The Isle of Man TT: A National Treasure
"It is said to be the oldest motorcycle race track in the world still in operation, and there is no living soul on the island that can remember a time when there was no TT (Tourist Trophy). For more than 100 years, motorcycles have raced on the Isle of Man’s....."
Read full article here: http://www.roadrunner.travel/2017/02...onal-treasure/ 
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February 18th, 2017, 09:18 PM
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Name: john
Location: placerville
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i would love to go there, and witness the spectacle with my own eyes.
its got to be loaded with museums. |
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February 18th, 2017, 10:00 PM
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Name: Mark
Location: Australia
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I've never been there in person but I always watch the highlights when I can.
Officially insane https://youtu.be/fT7cPpjpuNk |
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February 19th, 2017, 02:51 AM
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Name: Harper
Location: NC Milkshake stand
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If that was in America it would have been shut down so long ago nobody would remember
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February 25th, 2017, 03:38 PM
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Name: Kerry
Location: Ventura, CA
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I really want to go see the Isle of Man TT.
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February 27th, 2017, 06:52 AM
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Name: Lohman
Location: Aiken, S.C.
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that and two chicks at the same time (goes with out say'n) 
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April 6th, 2017, 12:42 PM
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Name: A
Location: IT
Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2 many 2 list Posts: A lot.
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The TT race itself is more of a tourist attraction these days..
For pure motorcycle enthusiasts, may find less expensive accommodations, less crowd, maybe even better riding weather during the Manx GP |
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April 6th, 2017, 12:53 PM
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Name: Whodat
Location: Ware Is.,MA
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April 6th, 2017, 03:10 PM
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Name: Kevin
Location: Stockton California
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Seeing the races would be great, but I'd settle for just riding around on the island on a bike for a couple of days. I've "toured" it on Google Earth, and the natural beauty and the island's towns are spectacular.
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April 6th, 2017, 05:07 PM
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ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Whodat
Location: Ware Is.,MA
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Forget the race, I just want to hit the bars.
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April 6th, 2017, 05:17 PM
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vampire
Name: A
Location: IT
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Therefore better alternative time to visit would be Manx GP. |
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April 6th, 2017, 08:38 PM
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Name: Mark
Location: Australia
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