The
original Guestbook - Archived
The following comments are archived from
the Guestbook of the original Mike Hailwood web site.
JUST A FEW LINES TO SAY THAT LIKE MANY OTHERS WHO HAVE
WRITTEN TO YOU I NEVER WITNESSED ANY OF MIKE'S BIKE
RACES ALTHOUGH I HAVE BEEN FORTUNATE ENOUGH TO VIEW
A FILM OF THE 1978 RACE.QUITE OUTSTANDING!HOWEVER I
HAVE BEEN LUCKY ENOUGH TO MEET THE GREAT MAN THROUGH
MY CONNECTION WITH THE CHRIS BARBER JAZZ AND BLUES BAND
AND MY ENJOYMENT OF MOTOR RACING.ONE OF THE 'OLD SCHOOL'A
TRUE GENTLEMAN IN EVERY WAY.HE WAS,MOST CERTAINLY,THE
BEST RACING MOTOR CYCLIST EVER AND IT IS HARD TO SEE
ANYONE IN THE FUTURE COMING ANYWHERE NEAR.HE WAS NOT
A BAD RACE CAR DRIVER OR TROMBONE PLAYER EITHER.I HAVE
ONLY MET YOU ONCE,PAULINE,AT JOHN SLAUGHTERS WEDDING
BUT I WISH BOTH YOU AND DAVID LONG LIFE AND EVERY HAPPINESS.KEEP
UP THE GOOD WORK.
JOHN CASE <johncase1212@hotmail.com>
Alh.el Grande, Malaga 29120 SPAIN -
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Thanks for giving fans oportunity to share the life
of a great rider, a Great Man, with a great Family and
with so many friends.
Joaquim Boavida <jjboavida@yahoo.com>
LISBOA, PORTUGAL -
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bnhomida dina <bnh_dina@yahoo.fr>
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Great site,saw Mike race many times,in Isle of Man,
and the Ulster Grand Prix in the sixties. Still have
his autograph, from 1962.He stayed sometimes with Brian
Coll, one of Irelands top singers, when he raced at
the Ulster. I worked in the Intertainment business,
and met Brian often. Being motor cycling fanatics, we
talked about Mike often. In fact in 1979, at The North
West 200,Mike did a lap of honour on Brians Honda 6.I
have read with interest all the comments from the fans,
I think the two races that say everything about Mike
Hailwood were, 1964 senior,where he could hardly walk
at the finish, and the 1965 senior, when he kicked the
bike into shape. I was lucky to be there both times.He
was the Ultimate Bike Racer, and we will never see his
like again. How sad that he had to lose his life, along
with his daughter, on our public roads. I now live in
Canada, this site brings back great memories. Keep up
the great work.
IVAN SMYTH <SHAMDANNY@AOL.COM>
CALGARY, ALBERTA CANADA -
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Great site - many memories. An excellent tribute to
'Mike the Bike'.
Mike Craig <michael.craig2@btinternet.com>
Edinburgh, SCOTLAND -
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Thanks for the effort you put in the site. I can only
repeat what everybody else says(usually more eloquently)
and feels.Good luck Mrs.H and David.As an ex-racer I
used to race with the number 78 when I could because
of my affection for Bob Mac.(his riding number in '57)
and it also ties with the Ducati TT win. I couldn't
be there that year but Big Rico was at the Highlander,phoned
me at my work,stuck the phone out the pub window when
Mike came by!!!!I like to think Mike would appreciate
the gesture. Hughie Doc.
Hugh Docherty <Hughie@doc78.freeserve.co.uk>
Aberdeenshire Bonnie Scotland -
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fantastic site thanks for the memories
marie donaldson <marie@donaldson1950.freeserve.co.uk>
huntingdon , england -
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I was lucky enough to see Mike race at Brands[many times]
Mallory [remember that 500-4 weave under power] I.O.M.
several times, etc. The man was magic, humility mixed
with greatness, a rare combination. Good luck Pauline
and David.
Pete Morgan <prmorgan@postmaster.co.uk>
Tonbridge, Kent u.k -
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i was never a road racer but i was a professional speedway
rider in the seventies i met mike at a honda day at
donnington park at the time i had a huge plastercast
on my arm mike took one look at it and said nasty one
he signed my cast and i was very proud what a lovely
man great
alan molneux
long eaton, notts england -
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Mike was my boyhood hero I saw him race at Cadwell Park
several times I`ve got videos and books, he was the
greatest no one will better what he did. P.S. good website.
Paul Graves <diggagraves@supanet.com>
Broughton, North Linc`s Great britain -
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I never saw mike ride but have all the sound tapes.When
I raced my Honda 500/4 in the late 70,s and thru the
80,s it was great to have it done up in the honda racing
livery and with four open megas before the bloody decibel
limits ruined everything, the sound was gorgeous and
I imagined myself as mike and I won a lot to, just like
the great man. Website looking great Pauline and David
hope to visit Gaucin one day, my brother Stephen and
I who also raced 500/4,s got lost in Casares tiny streets
only last year its a great area up in them there mountains
I hope it is a great success.
stuart marshall <stumars87@supanet.com>
nelson, lancashire england -
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Hello i am french and my god my favorite riders is Mike
HAILWOOD or "Mike The Bike". I want say my
passion for Mike on THE SITE of Mike HAILWOOD. I am
15 years old and i am a supersupersuperfan of Mike.So
goodbye and "Mike The Bike"!!!!!!!!!!!!!
DELMAS Frédéric <marie_fredo@noos.fr>
Paris, 75 France -
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Hello i am french and my god my favorite riders is Mike
HAILWOOD or "Mike The Bike". I want say my
passion for Mike on THE SITE of Mike HAILWOOD. I am
15 years old and i am a supersupersuperfan of Mike.So
goodbye and "Mike The Bike"!!!!!!!!!!!!!
DELMAS Frédéric <marie_fredo@noos.fr>
Paris, 75 France -
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Hello! Amy Catering San Diego California. Thank you
for letting me sign your guestbook and thank you for
your website. Glad you are here.
Amy
San Diego, CA US -
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I was a Bob Mac fan and my twin brother Derek a Hailwood
fan we traelled all over england and to The Isle of
Man and the ulster Gp many times to see the races My
memory Of MIke is riding the wheels off the 500 four
in 1967. What a great rider he was on so many different
machines none like him today. Great web site
Dennis Cope <denniscope@aol.com>
Moorpark, California USA -
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Hello my name is Cisco. English language is my second
language . I visit sites like yours to learn new english
vocabulary words and improve my english grammar . I
hope to have effective communication and business communication
for a new job in US. I learned a new word of the day
from your site. I plan to be public speaking and business
writing better now from your site. Thank you.
Cisco
Bogota, Putumayo Colombia -
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Great Site keep it going!!!!!!!
Roly Hayward <Eeyore@hayward232.freeserve.co.uk>
Stratford-on-Avon, Warwickshire England -
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BRANDS HATCH, AUGUST 1962. 14 YEARS OLD, FIRST RACE
MEETING. 500 MV COMES PAST, GUESS WHO ? HOOKED FOR LIFE,
NO-ONE ELSE COMES CLOSE.
JEFF SPITTLE <JWS6448@aol.com >
MINSTER SHEPPEY, KENT U.K. -
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Thanks to this site I may have found a long lost relative
JOHN HARTLE who raced with Mike Hailwood back in the
50's @ 60's before his death in 1968. Thanks to Pauline.
Regards Mike Hartle
Michael John Hartle <mjhartle@xtra.co.nz>
Wellington, New Zealand -
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This site is a great compliment to a great sportsman.
John Connolly <johnc@esito.org.nz>
Christchurch, New Zealand -
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A brilliant rider and a gentleman. His death was sad
loss to us all. Please keep the site running.
Derek Bonham <del.bonham@ntlworld.com>
Northampton, Northants England -
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A great pleasure and honour to meet David on his visit
to TT 2002. Some great footage of David on the Luke
Lawler Collection at the Grandstand etc and all the
other classic bikes that were on display and in the
parade lap also Ago etc on the Friday Sen race day.
Thanks again for allowing us to film the event. Mike
was a hero!!!!! Good Luck David with future races. Best
wishes John & Sarah
John & Sarah <john@videomoments.freeserve.co.uk>
Douglas, Isle of MAn -
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FANTASTICO!!!!!!!!!!
FABIO BRAVETTI <FABIOBRAVETTI@LIBERO.IT>
CESENATICO, ITALY -
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The site is a fantastic tribute to Mike the Bike, best
ever racer, most humble champion. Had the pleasure to
meet him in '77 at the Castrol 6 hour in Oz. Still have
his autographed copy of the '68 bio. Mikes comment -
Well at least someone bought a copy. Didn't know they
ever sold any, they never paid me ( with a laconic grin
).
richard kennedy <jackafrica@eisa.net.au>
Tasmania Australia -
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I can add nothing to the previous.Words fail me.Legend
Peter Allen <mete@telpacific.com.au>
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Fantastic web site, brings back all my racing memories
at Brands & Mallory Park. Watching "The Master"
Mike thrilling the crowd whether on a Manx Norton, MV
Augusta or Honda.Those were the days. on the grid with
mike were the likes of John Cooper, Paddy Driver, Bill
Ivy... & in 350's Jim Readmen, 250's Phil Read.....
need I add more. All were great (not forgetting AGO)
but for me Mike was the word in bike racing.. Great,
glad I found this web site. As a footnote. I'm trying
to find an old mate from England. Essex actually, Bob
Godfrey, formeley of Dagenham. I used to work with him
at Tom Kirby's in Hornchurch & then with Reg at
Stanford Le Hope. We went on the dragon rally with Greg
& Andy Bootle. Anyone Know him.???? contact my e
mail address Thanks
Peter O'Reilly <poreilly2@cogeco.ca>
St Catharines, Ontario Canada -
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I was a big fan of Mike in the sixties and saw him once
race in BRNO with the then quite new 4 cilynder 100HP
racing bike! I'm glad to have found your website and
congratulate you!!
Wilhelm Schestag <schestag.wilhelm@utanet.at>
Vienna, Vienna Austria -
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i am an avid motorcycle fan,and even though i was only
2-3yrs old when Mike came back to win the formular1
and later the senior i've heard quite a lot about this
Man&Legend. i'd just like to say that he was a brilliant
RoadRacer as you'd rarely see today someone of his capabilities
Racing 125's 250's&500's twins&single cylinder
motorbikes on the track aswell as on the road. I first
heard of him from the ISLE-OF-MAN=TT's and have seen
quite alot of racing there over the years,but only wish
that i could have seen for my-self the greats from yesteryear,as
my father did in the days of NORTON'S&BSA'&THE
HONDA 6CYLINDER'S.keep up the good work. yours faithfully
Mr williams
leif williams <le1fwilliams@hotmail.com>
aberdare, south wales wales -
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cool
dave <dave@aol.com>
borehamwood, herts -
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Was lucky to see Mike at Mallory in the late 60's. Such
a trgic loss to all who knew or met him.
Pete Dainty <Daintyp284@aol.com>
Gloucester, Glos England -
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I revere Mike the Bike with a pure passion. The man
was the greatest - bar none. May his soul rest in peace
.
David Mantle <d.mantle@ntlworld.com>
Grimsby, Lincolnshire England -
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A vew for Mike, Still my HERO we mis them all and the
sound of the Honda six.....!!!!
Cees Cornwall <VMAX@speed.A2000.nl>
Zaandam, Holland Holland -
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saw mike race at mosport in ontario in l967. HE WAS
TERRIFIC. HOPE THINGS ARE GOING WELL FOR YOU AND YOUR
SON. BEST REGARDS.
David Putnam
waterloo, ontario canada -
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I saw Mike racing the Honda 6 at Cadwell in the 6o,s
it inspired me as a young teenager to ride bikes,something
I am still doing nearly 40 years later & still enjoying
every minute of it
Steve Pattison <wistow.sp@onmail.co.uk>
Selby, Nth Yorks England -
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I still get goose bumps when I see "Mike the Bike"ride.
he was poetry on a bike,and a gentleman by nature. I'll
never forget the sight and sound of him lapping on the
4 and 6 cyl honda's,and am greatfull for the memories.
Thankyou Pauline & David for helping us relive those
great years with Mike. terrific site congrats. JT.
J.Turner <macvelo@ns.sympatico.ca>
nova scotia canada -
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Other motorcycle racers come and go usually thinking
they are the best ,Mikes memory will always be with
us and he a was the greatest racer ever.He stands head
and shoulders above the rest because he treated every
fan respectfully,this is the reason he was adored by
everyone who met him.
Chris Turner <chris_turner53@hotmail.com>
sheffield, yorkshire England -
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The first road race I ever saw was the IOM TT in 1966.
After that I was hooked. There is little doubt that
Mike Hailwood was the greatest Motorcycle Racer EVER.
His comeback in 1978 was pure magic. It is a tragedy
that his life was cut short along with his daughter
in a road accident.
Peter C Cozens <Petercoz@hotmail.co>
Rochdale, Lancashire UK -
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WHAT A RIDER!
Alan Price <ALANPRICE01@TISCALI.CO.UK>
MOW'S HILL ROAD TANWORTH IN ARDEN, SOLIHULL UK -
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excellent site....great pictures. Brought back more
than a few memories. Not too many Americans have ever
heard of the Isle Of Man let alone had the opportunity
to go there. I have, and did. I was there in 1967 (
and again in 97 ). Of all the things I saw and people
I met one stands head and shoulders above all. That
was MIKE THE BIKE flat out on the 250 six. He was and
always will be as far as I'm concerned the greatest
motorcycle racer of all time including the future.
Steve Megivern <smegivern@fbs.net>
orange city , florida USA -
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Cool Site. "Keep on Keeping on." (Cheech &
Chong.)
Catherine Lake
Los Angeles, CA USA -
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The best sporting memory of my life was to see SMBH's
winning return to the IOM. I had followed his career
throughout the 60's, watched his Formula 1 races at
home and abroad, and thought he would never race again
after his F1 accident. Then he appeared at the 1975
TT, riding pillion past the grandstand, and the reception
he got was amazing. Then to return in later years to
win again was phenomenal. I watched the race from "The
Bungalow", and people were crying tears of joy
as he came past on his last lap. Anyone who contests
the fact that he was the greatest motorcyclist who ever
lived, just could never have seen him in action.
Pete Rabjohns <pejora@btinternet.com>
Watlington, Oxfordshire England -
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Most of what I have come to know about Mike Hailwood
has come from reading about him. Through the Champions
series of video from Duke I was finally able to see
him in action on and off the track. By far, the best
article I ever read is the one written by Barry Coleman
entitled "Mike the Bike". An article that
ran in the November, 1978, issue of Cycle World (USA).
This article was excerpted in the January 1999 issue
of Cycle World. (That's when I read it) Arpad Schoffer
Wharton, TEXAS USA
Arpad Schoffer <arpad2k@hotmail.com>
Wharton, TEXAS USA -
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I will never forget seeing Mike at Cadwell Park with
my dad in the 60s, I have still got a few programs.
Malcolm Bradford <bradford@compaqnet.se>
Sundsvall, Sweden -
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Mike makes history even after his passing, how else
can you describe such a huge following!
Mark Dye <mdye@jps.net>
Carlsbad, CA. USA -
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Mike was a gentleman on and off the track, the greatest
person in motorcycle history.
dean small <dean small@webtv.net>
kingsport , tennessee usa -
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Guten Tag an alle Motorradfahrer und Glückwunsch
zu dieser informativen Website. Ich konnte Mike the
Bike 1979 auf der IOM Live erleben und war begeistert
von ihm als Mensch und Rennfahrer. Für mich bleibt
er der Grösste. Hals und Beinbruch für die
Saison 2002 wünsche ich allen Motorradfahrern und
nehmt euch in acht vor allem was mehr als drei Räder
hat!
Herbert Neumeister <moto.morini@t-online.de>
Gelnhausen, Hessen Germany -
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es wurde schon jede menge über mike geschrieben
ich denke es ist dem nicht mehr viel dazuzufügen.solche
persönlichkeiten wie er suchen heutzutage ihresgleichen.
uwe mengel <www.uwe.mengel.gmx.de>
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What a great site! i saw mike at many meetings in the
late 60s, i dont "do" hero's but in mikes
case ive got to admit he is my hero!!!!!!!!
David kingsnorth <david.kingsnorth@ntlworld.com>
England -
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Just - the greatest.
Mike Hughes <Mike.hughes@marconi.com>
UK -
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I started with my first bike in 1970 and although I
sometimes followed the racing in the UK I truly wish
that I made the effort to go and see Mike race but I
never did and that is my one true regret.If I was granted
one true wish it would be that the lorry driver who
caused Mike and his little girls death on that fateful
day was 100 miles somewhere else,preferebly in the middle
of the sea.Well reading all the emails we can honestly
say what great memories Mike has left us and a common
bond amongst motorcyclists all over the world.I will
definately be looking in on his site.
MIKE THOMPSON <michael.thompson@marconi.com>
Ormskirk, Lancashire England -
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" Mike the Bike ", a great rider and a great
man. Never had the pleasure of watching him race; the
world is poorer with out him.
Jim Burch <jburch@stny.rr.com>
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Well Done!
Kalli Bellou <kallibellou@vip.gr>
Athens, Greece -
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Without doubt the greatest rider that I have ever seen
and an inspiration to road racers everywhere. Good luck
with the site
Ron Stevenson <ron.stevenson@virgin.net>
Nottingham, England -
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God must have needed someone special the day he took
Mike from us. A real hero who will never be forgotten,
Mike was the perfect gentleman and supreme sportsman.
My special memories? Morning practice in the Isle of
Man, listening to that Honda-6 miles away - and then
- gone! Or at Oulton Park (1968?), realising that Mike
and Bill Ivy had just walked through the paddock wearing
kaftans and wigs. Or the 1979 Formula 1 race, watching
Mike get ever closer to the oil slick at Guthrie's on
which I was positioned with oil flag; ever lap he got
nearer before peeling in .. A real superstar but more
normal than the rest of us put together. To Pauline
and David, I salute you. Keep up the excellent work!
Carl Bretherton <carlbretherton@hotmail.com>
St Helens, Lancashire England -
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love the site, are you going to get any audio of the
duc's mike rode? i have a mike hailwood replica ducati
in my garage and it really would be the only bike that
could get away with a paint scheme like that!!! having
said that i am a little disappointed with ducati for
its treatment of the mh900e naming rights etc, so good
luck with both the site and the litigation. i wish i
had been around when he was racing-2 stoke gp racing
really doesn't have the sound for my liking......roll
on 2002 for the return of 4 stroke racing....mick
mick <onthehill@unite.com.au>
melbourne, australia -
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lOVED THE SITE,I too was at the I.O.M. in 78 and witnessed
the most emotional race ever, as a newcomer to the site
I would like to add my own photo,s so watch this space!
they have never been seen before so I hope they go down
well with all the other fans of the great man.As soon
as I can find a way to add them to the site I will.Just
to tease you it,s Mike at Ramsey hairpin right up Phil
Reads chuff !!and also a couple from Donnington that
same year.Ithink I have even got a tape of Mike being
interviewed on the radio.Thats going to take some digging
out!anybody out there lost a plimsoll! I found one in
the loo at Brands in 66 it has the initials E.J. on
them!!!!.
RAY STEPHENS <ray@morini.fslife.co.uk>
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Hello there! I'm Marco from Italy, 26 years old.Congratulations
for your website!
Marco Pastorino <number10@libero.it>
Genova, Italy Italy -
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Originally from Wales i watched in the 60`s and i reckon
he would still be unbeatable against other rider from
then to now.
Alan Gill <agill@lantic.net>
Pretoria, Gauteng South Africa -
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Hello there! Well, I wish to congratulate you all with
this more than magnificent site! Great pictures. Great
stories. Great sounds: the Honda Six? (Almost...) Better
than sex!!! Keep up the good work, people, and thanks
for some really nice hours of surfing through your website.
Martin J.J. Kool, Amsterdam.
MARTIN J.J. KOOL <m.kool6@chello.nl>
AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS THE NETHERLANS -
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Mike the Bike - had the pleasure of his company in New
Zealand.The dream matched the reality,thanks Mike. Stan
Larsen
Stan Larsen <stan.larsen@sit.ac.nz>
Invercargill, New Zealand -
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Hi everybody congratulation for yours Web Site from
Italy.
20157 Italy Milano Mototuning.it Superbike <nfo@mototuning.it>
italy -
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I was lucky enough to see him race in Oz in the mid
70's and a was just old enough to appreciate who I was
watching. After the race I was bowled over when I went
to ask for an autograph and met a great sportsman. It's
nice when your heroes are genuine nice guys and can
live above the hero status they are given. I still have
the autograph given to me by a true champion, both on
and off the bike.
Andrew Warnest <antan@picknowl.com.au>
Para Vista, Sth Aust Australia -
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Mike was a fantastic racer.I have some books and photos
of him. I only wish i was old enough to watch him in
his day.Its a fantastic web site you have and ive enjoyed
it loads.
david flear <daveflear@aol.com>
broughton, Nth-lincs England -
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Mike Hailwood was a hero of mine during my teens in
the UK in the 60's and remains so today. It was very
moving to access this site and visit so many memories.
Keep up the good work.
David Meldrum-Taylor <bdfinsb@home.com>
Santa Barbara, California USA -
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I was imprest by his scils and his kindnes,he live,s
one in my memory.mike one of the best rider,s ever lived.
evert zwart <ezmotoren@freeler.nl>
finsterwolde, nl groningen -
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I visited Tanworth today, for me Mike was the best rider
ever. It's obvious from the flowers and memorobilia
at the grave and the comments in the church visitors
book that he will never be forgotten. I have at last
been able to pay my respects to an all-time great sporting
hero.
Dave Lonsdale <dave.wynter@virgin.net>
Tilston Malpas, Cheshire England -
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Thank you so much for this site. I never saw Mike race
live, but was a fan as a boy. I made a plan to ride
my moped from Stoke to Brum in order to meet him. My
first day on the road mum and dad made me attend a rider
training lesson to make sure I would be OK, it was my
16th birthday - 21/03/81. I still love to ride bikes
daily and think of Mike Hailwood at some point of every
journey. Thaks again Phil B-W
Philip Burgess-Walker <philb-w@ntlworld.com>
Henlow, Bedfordshire UK -
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Like what I have seen on the site, I will e-mail you
with details that I have on mike, once I have looked
it up in my motor racing books
John Kirby <j.kirby8@ntlworld.com>
LEICESTER, United Kingdom -
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Congratulations on the site,Mike really was the best.God
Speed.
John Raine <downtownjohnny@sympatico.ca>
Kingston , Ontario Canada -
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Well all you could say was "What a rider"
Alan Price <alanprice99@lineone.net>
Mows Hill Road, Tanworth in Arden , Solihull, West Midlands
UK -
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Fantastic site!! Im the lucky owner of a Ducati Mille
Mike Hailwood Replica,bought new in 1985,rebuilt totaly
in 1988,made it look much more like the real Sports
Racer. It's now a Ducati 1000 NCR/MHR Replica.(there's
a signature replica from Mike, that I copied from the
Sports contract,on the fueltank!) The walls in my garage
are filled with paintings,posters and photographes from
Mike's win in 1978. Last year we have visited Mike's
grave in Thanworth,very emotional! Bevel twin Ducati's
are playing a very important role in my life thanks
to Mike The Bike!(BTW I don't like that MH900E at all!)
Greetings from Peter and Christine,Holland.
Peter Kruger <P.Kruger@12move.nl>
Harkstede, Holland -
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It´s a wonderful site. Thanks.
Jürgen WEBER <j_weber@bad-berleburg.de>
Bad Berleburg, Nordrhein-Westfalen Deutschland -
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I first saw Mike in the early sixties at Brands and
was completly awestruck, saw him again in the I.O.M.
comeback years and experienced the same feeling, I have
to admit to shedding tears of joy when he caught and
passed Phil Read to go on to win on his Ducati ( with
the chain almost jumping the sprockets ). God love you
Mike - he couldn't do otherwise.
Pete Kane <pk_fox@msn.com>
Addlestone, Surrey U.K. -
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For me ,one of the top 5 most important riders in history.
Exemple of rider&gentlemen.
Pablo Segura <Pablo_Segura@bmc.com>
Barcelona, Spain Spain -
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Never forget: mike - simply the best.
Robert Pfeiffer <Robert.Pfeiffer@bw aok.de >
Backnang, Germany -
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What a wonderful celebration of Mike's life. My parents,
Phil & Norma Smiley raced in England during the
1960s, prior to emigrating to Australia, and remember
Mike well. Some of the photos on your site bring back
wonderful childhood memories for me. My brother Russell
and I always used to enjoy going out in the break down
truck at Crystal Palace.
Tracey Smiley <T.Smiley@bigpond.com>
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I am almost 40, still remember his best pictures on
motorcycles magazines of the 80'. One more reason to
go to the Isle of Man and run the TT. Won't forget.
Mario Bravo <mario@mariobravo.com>
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Great site. We will keep looking in as the site develops.Ride
safe and ride free..
Simon and Rhys Bennett <simonandsheena@netscapeonline.co.uk>
Dorchester, Dorset England -
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Nice site. The only occasion on which I actually saw
Mike in action, was at the Dutch TT in 1981 riding his
faboulous Honda sixcylinder. Ever since, I love sixcylinder
Honda´s (I used to be the owner of a Honda CBX
six). Good luck!
Ton Kool <tjm.kool@hccnet.nl>
Amstelveen, Noord-Holland Holland -
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I had the great privilege of standing next to Mike on
the start line at the 1967 Isle of Man Diamond TT he
was talking to Giacomo Agostini and Bill Ivy just before
he and Ago set off in the Senior TT. I was aged sixteen
and I have remained a Mike the Bike fan all my life.
Roy Anderson <royanderson5@hotmail.com>
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I never had the oppurtunity to see Mike in action as
Im 27 yrs old, but from literature on the guy he has
become a bit of a hero for me. Best of luck to Mrs Hailwood
for the future Take care Warren :)
Warren a.k.a. Mad Rabbit <samuelljackson21@hotmail.com>
Warwick, Warwickshire England -
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Although I started riding bikes around the end of Mikes
career, so I never actually saw him race (one of my
biggest regrets), he has always been my all-time sporting
hero. Always so genuinely modest in success, never any
excuses in defeat, he could put his leg over ANY bike
and get the best out of it. Earlier this year on my
way to marshal at the MRO round at Donington Park, I
did a bit of detective work and located his final resting
place, I spent half an hour in contemplation in the
churchyard, and felt very humbled to be in the presence
of the great man. Pauline & David, my respects to
you both, this is a wonderful site, I shall visit it
often.
Dave Rivett <rivetd@hotmail.com>
Walthamstow, London England -
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I first saw mike at silverstone in it think 1964, the
man was ridding the fire engine(mv augusta) it was obvious
even to me then that he was special. He pulled up near
to me and casualy signed autographs while sitting on
the bike waiting for the mecanics to remove it to the
the pit area, I followed his bike career through to
the final retirment. The comeback at the 1978 TT on
the ducati was without dought the greatest sporting
comeback of all time. There have been several pretenders
to the throne but the man will i think hold it for all
time. A great site to his memory.
steve hibberd <syeve hibberd@yahoo.com.au>
mission beach, qld AUS -
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Mike was the best, I wish I could ride half as well
as the great man. Respect.
Dave Biggin <dave.biggin@ntlworld.com>
Loughborough, leics England -
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keep the faith ! you shall over come.
Edward E. Sandoval <ironfxr@webtv.net>
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Chanced upon your site this evening - what a joy! I
do not propose to even try to add any original comments
to the many which have been made time and again about
Mike - other than to say that I am old enough to have
seen him from when he began with 'Ecurie Sportive' and
followed his career with great interest - he was 'the
man' and in many peoples' mind, still is! Best wishes
to you and David - much success for the future.
Mike Bull <mikiboy69@hotmail.com>
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I first went to the I.O.M. in 1978 simply because Mike
the Bike was going back. As a school boy in the sixties
and an avid motorcycle fan Mike was the only one to
watch, a very beautiful style of riding. I was in parliament
square when Mike caught Phil Read. If you were not there
you could not imagine the atmosphere everybody was behind
Mike, Phil Read must have been devastated. The KING
was back. Excellent site, I shall visit again.
Robert Viner <rv006a7255@blueyonder.co.uk>
Gravesend, Kent England -
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NOBODY, but nobody, could make the 250 "6"
sing like Mike. When Honda brought one over to Goodwood
Festival of Speed in 2001, and it was fired up, I am
not ashamed to say that I shed tears. I followed Mike's
career in the 60's, and saw him race on numerous occasions,
but my best - and most embarrassing memory is when I
met him at Cadwell Park during his last year of racing
in the 60's. After being bold enough to get into the
Honda pit, I actually managed to knock a 250 6 off it's
stand - where was the hole in the ground !! This was
after Mike had given me his time for a chat and a photo,
so I didn't hang around for the aftermath !! He was
one of a kind - gone but not forgotten . Thanks for
the memories. A great site - good luck with the museum.
ALAN GRAY <shop@woking-models.co.uk>
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simply the best,gone but not forgotton.
Wayne Axon <waynethescoot@ukgateway.net>
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Thanks for the great web site. I consider my self very
fortunate to have been a part of the Sports Motorcycles
team in 78 and to have ridden alongside Mike. You cannot
imagine how I felt as a relatively young man to have
ridden with my all time hero. Thanks again and keeep
up the good work. Eddie.
Eddie Roberts <eddie.roberts@metzeler.de>
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I had the privilege of racing in the "Mike Hailwood
Trophy Races" at Silverstone August 25,26,27 2001.
I am sure I speak for all racers on the grid when I
say what an emotionally charged experience it was, and
what an honour to be involved. The enthusiasm shown
by Pauline & David made it even more special. This
hopefully annual event further endorses the immortal
respect the name "Hailwood" has in the motorsport
community from racers & fans alike. See you all
next year.
James Clark <james@teamglamracing.co.uk>
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I first saw Mike at 'Oliver's Mount Scarborough in 1958
when I was 18 and although I have never owned a 'bike'
I have followed bike racing for many years. Have just
been to Silverstone for the Historic event we go every
year and this year was even better with the 'classic
bikes' and being able to meet the riders and see 'MIKES'
bike again.
Mike Eastwood <miker14b@aol.com>
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I went to my first race with my father in 1959 at Abadare
park and I remember everybody talking about Mike Hailwoods
talent. some years later when I had my own transport
a BSA Bantam I rode to MAllory park from Penarth to
watch Mike on the 250 six and then in the 500 race he
used the 297 6 and won against AGO but was disqualified
because his bike was to small it should have been at
least 350!.He was amazing no doubt the greatest of all
time for me I Had the pleasure of meeting his son David
today 26/08/2001 at Silverstone, He's just like his
dad it was like winding the clock back to 1968, a real
enthusiast never a Prima donna
Rob Selby <rob@selbymotorsport.co.uk>
Olney, Bucks. England -
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What a role model!. Stunning performances..... without
the personality problems.
Wayne Morrison <waynemorrison6@hotmail.com>
Macclesfield, England -
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Nice site...
wallpapers <vwntfpi@givepeaceachance.com>
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Met Mike when he opened his Bike shop in Brum.Travelled
to the TT twice to watch him race.Lent him my Hailwood
replica for some advertising pictures for Dunlop TT
100s. (wish I still had it now).I knew him for only
3 short years and it was an honour.Does anyone out there
have any pictures of the following:The ad for Dunlop
TT100s showing the rear view of a MH Replica reg no
HOH ---W (I think).The trophy presentation at the Mallory
Park post TT meeting FI Race won by Mike Sponsored by
Mr Topps Motorcycle clothing or the winners lap of honour(Red
Rover SD1)Alan Mckay Marbella worlddealer@yahoo.com
Alan McKay <worlddealer@yahoo.com>
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I WILL ALWAYS BE A FAN. IN 1971 MY FIRST REAL BIKE BOOTS
WERE A PAIR OF MIKE HAILWOOD REPLICAS. I WISH I STILL
HAD THEM.THANKS FOR A GREAT SITE.
rob tare <ropat@iprimus.com.au>
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When I started riding bikes in 1970 the GP era of Mike
Hailwood had already ended. When 1978 happened I was
in the lucky position of being an official photographer
at both the TT and the Mallory Park post-TT meetings,
and I was able to see at first hand just what made Mike
so much better than the rest. The legend is true!
Mike Turner <mike@software-wizard.com>
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Im afraid I am to young to have seen MIKE in action
but both my parents did in the I-O-MAN and the way they
spoke abount him made mike a hero for me before I read
the books on his life I will show this site to my Parents
Im very impressed and I am sure they will be to well
done.
Richard Smith <RCSracing@yahoo.co.uk>
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A wonderfull site to a real sporting hero well done
Paul Hampson <Hampsonhaulage@aol.com>
Wallasey, Merseyside England -
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I was privileged to watch mike at the race of the year
in 1967 at mallory park I HAVE photos of mike with ivy
read and ago cooper williams spencer mike was the main
man
charles parker <charlieandsue@hotmail.com>
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I've been told all about Mike the Bike by my parents,
and it's fantastic, I'll definately be following you
all now!! Keep up the good work!! and good luck Dave,
all the best, Jayne
Jayne Hunter <javiergenal@terra.es>
Marbella, Malaga Spain -
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I've been told all about Mike the Bike by my parents,
and it's fantastic, I'll definately be following you
all now!! Keep up the good work!! and good luck Dave,
all the best, Jayne
Jayne Hunter <javiergenal@terra.es>
Marbella, Malaga Spain -
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IWATCHED MIKE RACE HIS HONDA SIX AND OTHER MACHINES
DURING THE MID SIXTIES AT BRANDS AND OTHER TRACKS,WHAT
A GREAT RIDER,MY ALL TIME HERO, A SAD SAD LOSS TO THE
SPORT.
bob painter. <bob painter@breathemail.net>
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I saw Mike race at the USGP in the mid sixties and again
in 1971 on the BSA. I wish I could have seen him racing
on the Island. I am 52 now and have had only one person
that I would call MY HERO. "Ecurie Sportive"
forever. Thank you Mrs. Hailwood.
Joel Greene <greenecycle@yahoo.com>
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How wonderful to hear that David has finished 11th in
his first race.I know I am not alone when I say, I hope
there will be many more races for you, David. Regards
from Jon Price THE BIRMINGHAM TESTERS RUN
Jon Price <bhamtestersrun@yahoo.com>
BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND -
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I have liked very much this site: I think Mike has been
one of the greatest driver in racing world, for his
personality thr greatest.
Daniele Bogani <boganid@tin.it>
PRATO, ITALY -
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I saw Mike race quite a few times,but i think the one
i remember best was at Cadwell Park.My friend and i
had been working night shift on friday,and we went straight
from work to Cadwell.When we got there it was the practise
session and Mick was in the paddock sat on the 250-6
revving it up.It made the hairs on the back of my neck
stick up.Mike was the best.A guy with no airs or graces.A
true sportsman,and the best motorcycle racer ever.
Kev Richardson <rchrdsnsil@aol.com>
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Great site! Takes me back to happy days of yore. Thanks
Willie Keays <sh.keays@ntlworld.com>
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I was very pleased to come across an official site for
this great rider who was both a hero and an inspiration
to many followers of the sport. I never met the man
himself but took a few pictures in the paddock etc and
will always remember the spectacular sight of Mike plunging
down Bray Hill at the Island on the Honda which obviously
handled like a barn door! I wish all concerned with
the site good fortune in its promotion!
David Sandeman <Da535@hotmail.com>
Surrey England -
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The website is very good en i think that it is very
special that David and Miss Hailwood are very close
to this website, becouse it makes the website very official.
Greetings, Mike
Mike Knipscheer <mikeknipscheer@hotmail.com>
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love this site,brings back great memories of the 60s
at mallory park,watching mike racing. brilliant!!! norman.
norman hyett <nuttyhyett47@hotmail.com>
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Hello all. Yes my name is also Mike (32) ;] My parents
named me after the 1 and only! My father was busy with
welding (ESAB) in the motorace, late 70's and 80's.
We had a great time. Anyway, i would like to say this
homepage is really nice. Greetings from Holland ;]
Mike Hoff <hoff@honest.nl>
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GGGGGGGGGGGreat Iv'e always known he's the greatest.
Only ever saw him race , live, once at Donnington. July
09, can't remember what year he whas on the big v twin
Ducati. Blew the socks off the opposition till he slipped
on oil. Ian
Ian Smith <iansmith2@cableinet.co.uk>
Sheffield, South Yorkshire UK -
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Wonderful site dedicated to a truely great man. Well
done to his family.Keep up the good work. I rember as
a young photograher and road race fan the pleasure he
gave to us all and what an inspiration he was.
IVOR EVANS <ivore@bigpond.com.au>
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It is great to be able to read and see new information
about the MASTER. I first saw Mike race at the Chrystal
Palace track in the late 50's with Dave Chadwick, and
was in the IOM for his triumphant return. In between
I saw him race many times, inc the ride at Mallory,
after he had retired, when he showed all the respected
scratchers the way home on a British single. I was lucky
enough to meet him twice. Once as a fan at the Brands
Hatch Race of the South meeting where he rode the wonderfull
six. Later in 1978 when he performed the official opening
of the Italian Motorcycle Stand at that year Earls Court
Motorcycle show. In 1978 at the TT I was a guest of
BMW hospitality in the paddock after the race when both
Mike with Ted Macauley sat down after the race at the
next table. I have never seen any photos of this and
will delve into my collection and forward a selection
of photos in due course. All the best with the site,
it brings back many memories of the greatest rider,
and finest ambassador the sport has ever had. Sincerely
John Winthrope
John Winthrope <john@crossbow-calendars.com>
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First time I saw Mike racing was 1960 (I think it was)in
St.Wendel near the French Border.I was a little boy,
11 years young.I collected an autograph from him.Some
people offered me much money for it, but I`ll never
give it away.Mike was the greatest rider of the world.
Bernd Bouillon <TT-Marshal@gmx.de>
Albstadt, Baden-Württemberg Germany -
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The one and only time I saw Mike racing was at the TT
in 1966 ( I think it was 1966 - when the Seamens Strike
was on and the TT was put back from June until just
before the Manx Grand Prix.) I went for Big Friday only.
I watched from Governors Bridge. What a fantastic noise
the Honda made. Sent shivers down my spine! And I can
still shut my eyes and picture Mike now. Slipping the
clutch to get round Governors, it was deafening. On
reading the earlier comments on this site, it quite
brings a tear to the eye that someone was so well thought
of and admired. Congrats on this site.
John INCE <Johyn@INCE53.freeserve.co.uk>
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I know Mike from books, articles and news about him.
Because i wasn't borned yet at the time he was still
racing. He is the only one who could win many race in
a day. No one can never do the same. He was still now
the most talented rider and the best rider ever. WE
LOVE U "MIKE THE BIKE".
Irvan Imansyah <doel_22@yahoo.com>
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In 1978 I had the pleasure of seeing Mike win his come
back T.T.I had never seen Mike race until then,but he
did more than live up to my expectations.I had the chance
to speak to him one morning on Douglas front,but did
not want to bother him.Later that year I had the chance
again at a bike show in London,and again I felt I would
be bothering the man.How I wish I had had the courage
to approach him.I will never forget that day in June
1978.Thanks Mike!!
Lew Shaw <lew.shaw@btinternet.com>
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I had the privilege of meeting Mike very briefly back
in the early seventies, at Watkins Glen during a USGP
wweekend. At the time He was driving (I believe), The
Surtees TS9B in Brooke-Bond Oxo livery. He was gracious
to this young F-1 fan...I followed the remainder of
his F-1 career, and was deeply saddened by his death.
Paulin and David...I wish you the best of luck...The
best testament to one's life is to have his name honored
long after it has ended...I hope we will all pass on
our memories of Mike for generations to come.
Richard S. Elkin <richardelkin@msn.com>
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If the turnout for Sundays 'Testers Run' is anything
to go by I doubt that Mike will ever be forgotten. That
so many people made the effort on what started out as
a miserable cold day is some tribute to his memory.
I was never lucky enough to see him race, let alone
meet the man. He was, I guess, part of the reason I
got into Ducatis in the late seventies. It was a little
depressing seeing how run down the area around the old
H&G premises is. I'll take away plenty of good memories
though:- the warmth and humour of the anecdotes of those
who raced against him; the prescence of his 250 Ducati
in the nave; Phil Read putting his 750 MV back in a
van - up a ramp side saddle, casual as you like; the
sound of the 850MV on open pipes as it pulled away from
the church ; chatting to total strangers as if they
were long time friends. Even my bevel behaved itself!
(mostly.) A good day. Congratulations to the organisers.
Bob Fox <arfox1@aol.com>
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In 1976 I was part of two sidecar teams that traveld
to New Zealand and raced in the 76/77 Marlboro Series.
I had the pleasure of getting to know Mike during the
series. He attended most of the meetings and was one
of the nicest and polite racers I have ever met. Towards
the end of the series, on the south island, I was present
when he borrowed a set of leathers and helmet and took
Warren Willings TZ 750 for a ride around the race track.
That was the first time he had been on a race bike in
some time and his reaction was " pretty quick isn't
it" ( the TZ 750 at the time was of course a major
hand full !!) not long after that Mike of course started
racing again. I will always remember seeing him at Daytona
a couple of years later and he remembered me and we
visited for a while. Truly a remarkable racer as well
as a true gentleman. The web site is long overdue and
a wonderfully done.
Larry Coleman <LCole94782@aol.com>
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Simplement le meilleur ! Pensées pour Mike et
Michelle ... Amitiés à Pauline et David
. Déja 20 ans, mais personne n'oubliera Mike
Hailwood !
Marc <ostermann@noos.fr>
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Today marks the 20th anniversary of Mike's passing.
I was fortunate to see Mike in N.Z. on a couple of occasions
- driving a Surtees and even riding a TZ750, followed
by his riding a TZ750 at Bathurst in 1978 before he
went to the I.O.M. To me he is the greatest rider for
his abilities over a long timespan and, after his car
racing days had finished, being able to come back and
still be victorious at an age when most would have retired.
I was too young to have seen him at his peak but have
read about his exploits and am amazed. He will never
be forgotten.
Peter Russell <prussell917@hotmail.com>
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Great web site, great rider. I had the privilege of
racing with Mike and the honour of being beaten. Good
luck Pauline and David. Hope to see you in the Isle
of Man in 2001.
Michelle Ann Duff <mad8@cois.on.ca>
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Saw Mike race in 60's at Oulton Park.From Norton to
Honda-6 The best - there will never be another to approach
his genius
Kevin Flaherty <kevin.flaherty@offshore.xko.co.uk>
Jersey, UK -
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En hälsning till den störste!
Åke cygnel <ac22@spray.se>
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The best! I was a regular as a teenager at Mallory,
and Mike could ride round anyone (and usually did),
as he took Gerards. I can remember him signing autographs
for twenty minutes, whilst every other racer had long
disappeared. And the 67 TT on the radio?.... My hero!
Pete Page <petepage@yahoo.com>
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What a great site, and long overdue. I never saw Mike
race and have only vague memories of his 1978 TT victory
(I'm 36), but as I grew and discovered my love of bikes
I also learned more about the man who generated such
loyalty and affection from racing enthusiasts the world
over. I bought books about Mike and read article after
article in the classic bike press. I can't say what
I find so fascinating about a man I never met, but his
exploits speak for themselves and, it seems to me, his
humility touched the fans then and now. I sent off for
my 'Mike the bike' T-shirt and, I'm sorry if it sounds
nerdy, I'm wearing it as I type this. I'll be at the
memorial run in Birmingham this month and I'll be proud
to pay a tribute to a man who ranks as one of Britain's
finest sportsmen; a great sportsman in every sense of
the word. Cheers Graham Carrick - Thumper Club Chairman.
Graham Carrick <gcarrick@ubiquity.net>
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Great & Fantastic web site !!!
Win4ever <abc.xyz@soon.com>
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I like your page but it would be nice if you could get
that old B-24 off of the page and put in a B-17 that
was operating off of Snetterton, and not B-24's. HA
HA
C. D. Terry <cdttexas@goquest.com>
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It's a great site though under construction . It's a
pity i coulden't listen to the motorcycle sounds . Keep
up the good work !
Gert Dijkstra <magbollahdijk@wanadoo.nl>
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I am the proud owner of an '83 Ducati Mike Hailwood
replica. Every time I fire her up I remember Mike the
Bike. Some times it takes a few minutes for the lump
in my throat and the tears in my eyes to go away before
I can pull away. Great site and thank you for the memories.
Deryle Mehrten <mehrten@primenet.ocm>
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Mike was my choice to win the TT. I had a Ducati single
(still have it) and they assumed that Mike's bike would
suffer the same minor electrical problems as mine. Well
we all know what happened. Only Mike could have won.
I always think of him when I visit my family in Birmingham.
Keep up the good work on a fantastic web site.
David Kay <davidkay@axess.com>
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What a fantastic webiste. Saw Mike race the first time
in 1958 at Zandvoort (NL), 9 years old at the time.
Saw some familiar names amongst the commenst by the
photographs, especially Shelagh Hartle (widow of the
late John Hartle). Wish to thank the producers of this
website for keeping the legend of Mike alive. Thanks
Ferry Brouwer.
Ferry Brouwer <privefb@ahleur.nl>
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Fantastic site keep up the good work
Bryan Smith <bjmhc@supanet.com>
Barnsley, Yorkshire UK -
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I own a beautiful MHR I call her Sophia I would like
to know more about her I think she was one off the first
500 produced and is in pristine condition as you would
expect in South Africa anybody out there can help me
thanks
Brian <brian_archibald41@hotmaail.com>
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I learned of Mike from my uncle,'Mike Phillips' who
used to race a Norton Dominator. My uncle hails from
Liverpool and remembers Mike pulling up outside the
house in a Jaguar E-Type to pick him up.I have watched
his races and learned a lot about riding, from watching-especially
the Staying in-line with the bike and not trying this
'knee-down' crap, the benefits of which are only usually
whinged on about by those who are incapable of just
getting on a bike and riding it fast and efficiently.
I pay my utmost respect to the man who's Talent and
ability epitomises the sport and who's attitude and
character makes me remember why i've been a Biker since
the day i left school.
Andy Johnston <toka21@hotmail.com>
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I KNEW MIKE IN THE SIXTIES AS A RACER MYSELF ALTHOUGH
IN RACES WITH MIKE I WAS AN ALSO RAN DESPITE HIM BEING
A STAR HE ALLWAYS WAS ONE OF US.EVERY YEAR I RECIEVE
A XMAS CARD FROM JOHN KIDSON ,A T.T. WINNER HIMSELF,IT
IS ALLWAYS A CARD WITH PICTURE OF MIKE.THIS SHOWS THE
AFFECTION MIKE WAS HELD IN BY US OLD RIDERS OF THE SIXTIES.A
LOVELY CHAP SADLY MISSED.
ARTHUR LAWN <www.Arthur.Lawn@btinternet.com>
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Mike was my hero and this site is a magnet to me. I
especially like the bike sound bites. In my youth I
used to have the Murray Walker LP's of the TT's, they
helped conjure up pictures of racing on the Isle of
Man. It would be great if the site had some video clips
of Mike in action.
Brian Charlwood <briancharlwood@pgen.net>
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I'm a collector of old pictures of motor race and I'm
a motorcycle modeller. I felt a big emotion when I assembled
Mikeís Honda 6 cylinder.It seemed me to go back
to sixties when racers were talented man able to win
fantastic races using little technologies. I saw a Mikeís
race in 1970, in Pesaro (Italy) when he was in Benelliís
Team. I was only 6 years old and I couldnít understand
that he was such a great champion, the champion whom
my father admired. Up to now my father and I think that
Mike is the best motor racer of any time. I sent you
some Mikeís pictures to honour the memories of
a great champion, so I hope keep alive inside our hearts
his memory Thanks Mike the Bike.
Alberto Garavini <alessandro.garavini@tin.it>
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I could see his Honda-Six in a museum and I still believe
that nobody could have rode that bike better than Mike
The Bike.Every time I see an MV Agusta I can imagine
him racing in the TT Isle Of Man riding as he only knew
how to ride. LONG LIVE TO MIKE THE BIKE!
Ricardo Charles <bloodymoon@terra.es>
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You have created a wonderful shrine to the greatest
racer/sportsman that this century has been graced with.
His wit, skill, grace, selflessness and loving heart
has left a mark on so many of our lives. I was first
touched by Mike while I followed my fellow country-man
(Mike Duff) on his journey through Europe. As a result
of many long conversations with Michelle of her career
in racing, my admiration and respect for Mike has grown
a thousand-fold. Thank you for yet another a wonderful
gift that you have given an admiring fan.
Chris Thomas <cthomas@pathcom.com>
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I rode a Triumph Bonniville to Daytona to watch the
race, I think it was 1964, or '65. I had a great time,
and I was mesmerized by some guy who was riding circles
around every- one-else. I asked who he was and what
he was riding, and was told "he is Mike Hailwood
from England, and he is riding an MV Agusta. He was
the greatest rider I have or ever will see. I guess
I kind of lost track of Mike, but I went to England
in 1965, I was in the U.S Air Force, and I was sent
to RAF Mildenhall. I could have seen Mike, if I had
tried, and could have bought a new Triumph Bonniville,
but I was so busy trying to have a career and raise
a family, I didn't do either. But if anyone can ride
half as well as Mike, I'll have to see it to believe
it.
John Ray <jray757662@aol.com>
Troy, Mi U.S.A. -
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fantastic site was only 11 when mike made his comeback
father worshipped him!! is there a rce missing?? didnt
mike race the duke at silverstone in 78?? i remember
watching from stowe he got blown off down hangar but
made it up round the bends (no surprise there) wot a
shame he never got to race sheene at donington!! think
the suzuki would have had the legs but coppice would
have been interesting!!
Andrew <aemmins@aol.com>
Salisbury, Wilts uk -
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Just found the site and have read every article and
looked at every picture contained here in. FANTASTIC!!
What can you say that has not already been said. I grew
up in Birmingham, the home of British Motorcycles and
sadly the place where Mike was to loose his life in
a stupid road accident. I followed his career before
I could legally ride a motorbike and then as I trotted
around the globe. Mike was a man who still today I refer
to the greatest comeback ever known to motorcycle racing
and for him to not just win, but to do so on a variety
of machines at a place so demanding as the Isle of Man,
shows just a small amount of the mans true talent. Then
to be such a gracious gentleman as well, was the topping
on the cake. There is and can only ever be one, Mike
the Bike. Great web site, thanks. PS My wife makes a
great Banana cake, but I much prefer Mike's recipe....
Lewis Turner <lturner@attglobal.net>
Jakarta, Indonesia -
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Mike was, without doubt, one of the most genuine 20th
Century heroes. After reading the Guestbook comments,
I realise that I was one of the lucky ones who saw him
ride on many occasions through the sixties. The very
first time was at Mallory Park, 18th June 1961. I still
have the programme which he happily signed in the paddock,
later. This is one of my most treasured possessions,
along with the memories of his effortless style and
'down-to-earth' nature.
Jim Duffy <jim@jduffyart>
Burton-on-Trent, Staffs England -
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I only know Mike through his and others books, but have
always admired his skill. As a person I have always
heard only the best. Thanks for the website.
Martin C. Fox <mfox@ameter.com>
Albion, PA USA -
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Mike was the greatest Driver from the world. I¥am
little, when he drive on the Sachsenring. My father
was the presse-officer on Sachsenring. Now I have the
greatest archive of east-german motorrace.
Mike Jordan <m.jordan@abo.freiepresse.de>
Hohenstein-Ernstthal, Saxonia Germany -
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I think of the sixties and i think of MIKE on his 350
- six.I have a tape which i watch now and then of mike,which
gives me a lot of pleasure.This is a great site,keep
up the good work,regards Peter.
Peter Hjorring <dear.peter@zfree.co.nz>
Auckland, New Zealand -
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Exellent site,love the bike sounds ,keep up the good
work
nick woods <nick.j.woods@talk21.com>
st.helens, lancashire england -
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I saw Mike, Dave Chadwick and Frank Cope in their first
races at the Roy Hesketh Circuit in Pietermaritzburg,
South Africa. Later, I met Mike and many other riders
at Mike's SA home in Hailwood Park, near Durban,(Built
in conjunction with Frank Perris),when I was reporting
on the "Natal TT" for the Natal Daily News.
Mike kindly gave me a model kit of a Norton 500 to build.
I saw Mike every year in which he came to SA and the
sight of him on the NSU and Norton, will be forever
in my mind. I was fortunate to have Pauline sign my
copy of Mick Woollett's new book on Mike, which I bought
at Beaulieu. Thank you, Pauline, for taking the time
to chat to me about Mike's career in SA. You really
made my day! There will never be another Mike.
Nev Duckworth <jeanev@cwcom.net>
Bransgore, Hampshire England -
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I first saw mike at mallory .that same year, made my
first trip to the the island the year was 1967 .He had
me hooked for life Still greatly missed.
b.jordan <bjordan@mcb.net>
douglas, IOM -
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I am the organiser of THE BIRMINGHAM TESTERS RUN, an
annual event for classic and modern bikes from the old
Birmingham motorcycle factories to Wales. After this
years event myself and a friend of Mikes rode over to
Mikes grave. I would be interested in organising an
annual run from Birmingham to the village where Mike
is buried. First of all would you, Pauline, have any
objections to that? Does anybody else think it is a
good idea. Please let me know. regards to you all Jon
Price.
Jon Price <bhamtestersrun@email.com>
BIRMINGHAM, West Midlands United Kingdom -
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Just found the site it has brought back many great memories.
We followed Mike's career from the mid sixties. What
great pleasure he gave us. A true champion in every
sense. You may be interested to know that we are in
possesion of one of Mike's actual pudding basin helmets.
It was won in a competition, I think run by Motorcycle
news. Thanks for site Regards and all good wishes Bruno
Brown
Bruno Brown <mlbrown@newcoachhouse.fsnet.co.uk>
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I still have 1960 tt records love photos of mike and
bill ivy good friends thanks for the good times.
john yaxley <jryaxley@hotmail.com>
orpington, kent england - Saturday, August 05, 2000
at 10:30:18 (EDT)
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I met Mike on his first visit to South Africa,(sorry
don't remember the year) when he was 18yrs old, he came
out here with a 250cc NSU Rennmax and at every track
he rode he either broke the race or the lap record,
I also have his book written with Ted Macauley,I was
fortunate enough to get him to autograph this for me
on one of his visits to the now non existant, Hesketh
race circuit at Pietermaritzburg, this is now a treasured
memento. I can only say thanks for all the pleasure
he gave to me. Yours, Frank.
Frank Hasieber <ha989@mweb.co.za>
Durban, KZN South Africa - Friday, August 04, 2000 at
17:53:02 (EDT)
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The man, the rider who all "Ducatisti" should
remember forever
Nacho Prieto <nacducati@yahoo.com>
Pamplona, Navarra Spain - Thursday, August 03, 2000
at 11:17:47 (EDT)
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The site is a great place to visit. One of the first
bikes to ever grab my attention was a particularly tasty
red/green/ model with a white stripe and lettering.
Much like a Castrol oil tin (although the Italians will
tell you the MHR900 was coloured off their national
flag-fair assumption I suppose). Well now, I am happy
to say I am the owner of one of the Mike Hailwood Replica's
and I love the fact that so many people know who it
is the bike is named after. Through sites such as this
I keep learning more about the man who I have to say
was the most influential bike racer of the century.....I
only wish I'd known him or had the chance to see him
race in the flesh. Will tell others about this site
for sure.
Mick Flower <onthehill@eisa.com.au>
Melbourne, Victoria Australia - Wednesday, August 02,
2000 at 04:49:13 (EDT)
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During the late '70s raced a Ducati in the Island for
three years, the same time as Hailwood's "come
back". However, had seen him race there during
the '60s for MV and Honda and, despite a few riders
achieving more wins there since, NONE can exceed his
talent!!! (apologies to Joey Dunlop; none to Agostini)
Captain Zero <captain0>
San Francisco, California U.S.A. - Sunday, July 30,
2000 at 18:52:11 (EDT)
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Motorcycling will always be hollow without MIKE. Still
heartbroken for you Pauline.
THE BIRMINGHAM TESTERS RUN <bhamtestersrun@email.com>
Birmingham, United Kingdom - Friday, July 14, 2000 at
12:01:04 (EDT)
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I'm signing on behalf of my dad - our house is a Mike
Hailwood shrine! Does anybody know where I can get the
stickers to attach to a helmet - ie. the KANGOL &
MARLBOROUGH ones? The vital ingredients to complete
a replica helmet. Also can anyone tell me more about
this new book - Is it available in shops? This site
is great - its a shame my dad can't see it because he
doesn't have access to the Internet!
Katie Merrick <kkmay1@yahoo.co.uk>
Oxford, - Friday, July 14, 2000 at 04:29:31 (EDT)
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Mike was the best!
DENNIS KALMUS <dennis@emcst.com>
Fort Walton Beach, Florida 32548-7275 USA - Monday,
July 10, 2000 at 10:26:58 (EDT)
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In the early 60s I had a 175cc Gilera, therefore supported
Hartle / Read / Caldarella - but always had to concede
that there was no-one to touch Mike Hailwood. Glad to
see he's well commemorated here. Thanks. It's brought
back many memories.
Gareth Lewis <garann@ukonline.co.uk>
Cardiff, Wales - Sunday, July 09, 2000 at 12:42:27 (EDT)
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A wonderful site! I saw Mike race at Mallory in 1965
and Donnington in 1978 and he was brilliant.
Dalton Whitehouse <joan.whitehouse@sympatico.ca>
St.George, ontario Canada - Saturday, July 08, 2000
at 23:56:56 (EDT)
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The only time I saw and talked to Mike was when he was
racing at Bathurst in N.S.W. near Sydney in Easter 1978,but
I followed his career via magazines.Mike the Bike was
exceptional,he was approachable,likeable and the best
Rider the Sport will ever see.
Norman Black <blacknorman@hotmail.com>
Coolgardie, W.A. Australia - Saturday, July 08, 2000
at 12:56:21 (EDT)
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I was a very young man at Daytona early 1970's when
a BSA 3 blew up while he was competing in the race.
I was very disappointed. I 1actually got to touch his
sword (the BSA 3). What a competitor. I will never forget
MikeTheBike. For 30 yrs. an enlarged framed B&W
photo of Mike at speed on a Honda 250 six has hung on
my office wall.
Eric N. Denton <end@evansville.net>
Evansville, IN United States - Saturday, July 08, 2000
at 02:51:31 (EDT)
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I hope you had a chance to view the vcr tape I sent
you. Hope you enjoyed yourself at the IOM. I did not
see you on the telly. It was sad to hear of Joey Dunlap's
departure.Shall be calling you in the near future.
Zack Dean <zackdean@msn.com>
Oklahoma City, OK USA - Thursday, July 06, 2000 at 21:20:25
(EDT)
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He was the best rider that ever lived he could ride
any bike at any time and place and he would win. I saw
him race at at the TT, Mallory Park, Oulton Park, Cadwell
Park and many others, he was truly the best.
Robert Johnson <Boogla@Boogla.freeserve.co.uk>
Barrasford, Northumberland England - Sunday, July 02,
2000 at 06:32:09 (EDT)
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EXCELLENT SITE !!!!!!!; MUST COME RIDE IN SOUTH AFRICA,
LOTS OF TWISTIES, NO BIKE RESTICTIONS, NO COPS !!!!!!
JEAN VAN DER RIET; BAUMANS MOTORCYCLE CENTRE (SUZUKI
&YAMAHA) SOUTH AFRICA.
JEAN <BAUMANS @LANTIC.NET>
VEREENIGING, GAUTENG SOUTH AFRICA - Saturday, June 24,
2000 at 03:25:02 (EDT)
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My life is richer having known Mike Hailwood--This website
has brought tears to my eyes and a lump to my throat
remembering those days that seem so long ago --It has
been a long time coming and now my phone bill will go
up even more as I spend many hours trawling through
all the pictures and items--Well done--I, for one, will
tell all my colleagues about this site--Excellent !!
I will link from my site to yours as a recommendation
ian huntly <ian@ttfan.co.uk>
Reading, Berkshire UK - Sunday, June 18, 2000 at 05:00:53
(EDT)
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A hero, simply the most gifted man on 2 wheels and pretty
sharp on 4. Today's overpaid racers could learn a lot
by looking back at what he did.....
buz burridge <buzzard@prime.net.sa>
jeddah, western province saudi arabia - Saturday, June
03, 2000 at 09:04:21 (EDT)
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Wonderful Site about wonderful Mike The Bike I Will
Send You Information soon about Mike Regards Pat,
Gesquiere Pat <pg.gesquiere@pi.be>
Diksmuide, WV Belgium - Sunday, May 28, 2000 at 17:13:29
(EDT)
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Mike wash the greatest
J.F. Sollie <jf.sollie@worldonline.nl>
Kampen, Nederland - Sunday, May 28, 2000 at 07:07:03
(EDT)
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I have no words for this great bikers and for this site.
It is what I mean for motorcyclism. Unfortunately today,
no way, to see the same thing (as unce upon a time).
I wish you all great lucky as possible. Thank you all...
Enrico coloturos <yamasar@iname.com>
Rome, Italy Italy - Monday, May 22, 2000 at 06:50:13
(EDT)
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Loved the man and what he done for the sport of motorcycle
road racing. Its wonderful that you have built this
site and with your permission would like to link as
many new racers of the world to it from my site in order
for them to see more of the man who made The ART of
Motorcycle Racing so ingrained in the riders that followed
his illustrious career.Best Wishes....Gareth
Gareth Jones <garsuba@newracers.com>
Fort Frances, Ontario Canada - Sunday, May 21, 2000
at 22:29:11 (EDT)
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Yes, Mike was the best of ever!I never forget when he
won isle of Mann race, many years after he stopped racing
in motorcycles and cars, with a motorcycle with a two
stroke engine...
Rui Santos Campos Vieira <ruicamposvieira@hotmail.com>
Lisboa, Portugal - Friday, May 19, 2000 at 21:43:08
(EDT)
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You have created a wonderful place to remember one of
the greatest motor-bike-racer ever. Best wishes from
the Sachsenring !
Uwe Wittig <webmaster@uwewittig.de>
Hohenstein-Ernstthal, Saxony Germany - Friday, May 19,
2000 at 07:20:37 (EDT)
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A great web site and a wonderfull tribute to the most
talented motorcycle road racer ever.
Harold Cosgrove <halmar@niagara.com>
Niagara Falls, Ontario Canada - Tuesday, May 16, 2000
at 19:40:12 (EDT)
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I have followed Mike`s career from the very beginning
and was lucky enough to meet him a few times in the
Isle of Man and other meetings up and down the country
in the 1950`s. I find the web page very interesting
and informative and will spend many hours in the future
trying to identify personalities. I heard about the
web page on Manx Radio today May 6th 2000 when they
interviewed Mike`s wife and was pleased to hear that
she is hoping to go to the TT this year to perhaps start
one of the Classic Races.
Derek Hankin <pat@aromacentre.co.uk>
Preston, Lancs UK - Saturday, May 06, 2000 at 16:08:28
(EDT)
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All my life I have read so much about" Mike the
Bike" that I feel I know him without ever meeting
him. He was the greatest bike racer ever & from
I know the most humble & considerate gentleman in
this or any sport. Good luck with site.
Don Medeiros <Bandit5@home.com>
Cranston, R.I. USA - Friday, May 05, 2000 at 16:13:00
(EDT)
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Mike was the best rider ever.He could get on any machine
and invariably win.My fathers fondest memories are of
him on board his 297cc six,especially at the isle of
man in 1967 when he was only lapping 1 mph faster on
the 500 4 than on the six.I am sure if he was still
around and still had it he would have been at assen
for the centennial classic 2 years ago as he was sadly
missed.I would like to thank Luke Lawlor for his fantastic
collection of bikes etc.
mike jones <mikejones123@yahoo.com>
carlisle, cumbria england - Friday, May 05, 2000 at
06:17:49 (EDT)
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As a high school kid, when my friends had "heroes"
like Mickey Mantle mine was Mike the Bike. I never met
him and never even had the chance to see him race, but
there was never any question he was the great one. It's
disturbing to me so few people outside the sport seem
to know about him. I tell anyone who will listen about
the "comeback in '78". That is truly a sports
legend equalled by few and surpassed by none. It's certainly
a story that deserves to be put on film. I guess he
was great, "for the love of the sport."
Lee Estes <lcestes@earthlink.net>
Milford, MI USA - Tuesday, May 02, 2000 at 17:23:08
(EDT)
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I have been a Mike Hailwood fan since the mid 1960's.
I was particularly pulling for him when he was riding
the Honda's. It was wonderful when he came back out
of retirement to win the Isle of Mann TT. Thanks for
this website.
Nathaniel "Nat" Goode <www.IAM2GOODE@AOL.com>
Bessemer, Alabama USA - Friday, April 28, 2000 at 20:14:46
(EDT)
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I have been a fan for as long as I can remember. In
the late 70s early 80s I had a small engineering business
in Aston Birmingham about 1 mile from his shop. We often
did work for the workshops and from time to time Mike
came up to deliver or collect things. A super man never
to be forgotten. ps I collect Hailwood memrobillia and
have a small collection of interesting items and am
always interested in anything new - please contact me
if you can help. Will visit again soon.
Tony Teale <tonyteale@tamworth2.fsnet.co.uk>
Tamworth, Staffs UK - Friday, April 21, 2000 at 01:53:48
(EDT)
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i had the pleasure of meeting mike whilst racing in
new zealand in the late seventies.i will never forget
the party at his place in auckland.what a great bloke.
vaughan coburn <vaughan098@aol.com>
sydney, nsw australia - Thursday, April 20, 2000 at
19:33:50 (EDT)
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Thank you Pauline and David for such a wonderful web
site.I am only 16 and have been lucky enough to meet
everyone who raced against mike who is still alive and
I have a ex mike helmet and a sach that he won at the
dutch tt in 1967 on the 297cc honda six.There will never
be another Mike Hailwood.
michael jones <mikejones123@yahoo.com>
carlisle, cumbria england - Friday, April 14, 2000 at
07:13:47 (EDT)
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I was lucky enough to see Mike at the TT in his come
back year on the Ducati.There will never be such a versertile
Rider again.
Colin Dalby <dalbycolin@hotmail.com>
Rutland England - Thursday, April 13, 2000 at 15:27:08
(EDT)
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This site is one of the best I have seen this year!!I
really love this older stuff and just wish I was born
earlier to see it first hand.Thanks
Michael J.Csiki <csiki_22@yahoo.com>
Ashford , CONN. USA - Thursday, April 06, 2000 at 21:44:09
(EDT)
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Great memories of a gentleman and a passion for racing.
Best of luck with this site.
Sammy <sammygonefishin@flash.net>
Cincinnati, Ohio USA - Wednesday, April 05, 2000 at
08:35:55 (EDT)
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I had to visit the site on this special day! "Mike
the Bike" was one of those rare individuals whose
talents transended his pure riding and driving accomplishments,
he helped shape the m/c racing world! Good Luck!
Kevin R. Wang <krw@supermoto.com>
Plandome, Ny usa - Sunday, April 02, 2000 at 21:46:58
(EDT)
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I virtually lived at Brands from late '50's to late
'80's when I became resident overseas. No other rider
sticks in my memory more than Mike, I had the good fortune
to chat to him several times during practice sessions
in the paddock and found him to be so modest and unassuming.
Give him a half-decent bike and he was a winner......
Great Site Pauline & David, I will be a very frequent
visitor. Peter Coveney (ex-Sittingbourne, Kent.....)
peter coveney <coveney@emirates.net.ae>
Dubai, Dubai United Arab Emirates - Saturday, April
01, 2000 at 23:55:25 (EST)
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S.M.B Hailwood . truly the greatest rider ever, and
always a gentleman. his winning ways and battles with
derek minter and co. at brands hatch are etched in my
memory.
Roger Skipper <skipper@actrix.gen.nz>
auckland, new zealand - Saturday, April 01, 2000 at
17:18:38 (EST)
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A brilliant tribute to a brilliant man and his brilliant
achievements, well done to all involved.
Frank Graham <FRANCATI@cwcom.net>
Windermere, Cumbria UK - Friday, March 31, 2000 at 19:12:24
(EST)
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My Father watched mike the bike all over the world and
has told me his storys, so after my fathers day i can
hopefuly carrie on the story as no body else will.
Christopher Jones <None>
Carlisle, England Cumbria - Friday, March 31, 2000 at
06:47:08 (EST)
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Will always remember a real superstar, who took time
out to chat to three awestruck teenagers in Douglas,
I.o.M, back in the Sixties.
Geoff Blunt <lofno@s141.aone.net.au>
Sale, Vic Australia - Wednesday, March 29, 2000 at 19:13:14
(EST)
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I think this is a wonderful idea and it has already
brought back many memories for me. Mike was a very good
friend to my husband, John Hartle, and me in the 60's.
I have a superb photograph of the two of them I am going
to send you Keep up the good work - I shall visit the
site often.
Shelagh Hartle <Shelagh.Hartle@ukgateway.net>
Goostrey, Cheshire England - Wednesday, March 29, 2000
at 10:37:03 (EST)
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THE MORE I READ AND HEAR ABOUT MIKE,THE MORE ADMIRATION
I HAVE FOR WHO HE WAS AND EVERYTHING HE HAS ACHEIVED.CONGRATULATIONS
PAULINE AND DAVID FOR GIVING US ALL EVEN MORE ACCESS
TO THE LEGEND OF "MIKE THE BIKE".
PHIL HART <fastfuel@bigpond.com>
SYDNEY, NSW AUSTRALIA - Wednesday, March 29, 2000 at
05:11:16 (EST)
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He was my hero, and simply the best rider on any machine.
I have my own small tribute site to the great man, but
there can not be enough, and its nice to see a official
one has been set up and I wish it well.
Jim Blanchard <jim.blanchard@virgin.net>
Grimsby, NE. Lincs UK - Sunday, March 26, 2000 at 17:04:45
(EST)
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Wonderful site for the Greatest ever! I consider myself
lucky to have seen Mike race in the late 60's and I
was at the Gooseneck on his TT comeback. I'm not ashamed
to admit that there were tears in my eyes on the last
lap of the F1 race! Gone, but certainly never forgotten.
Best wishes to you both.
Roy Wildman <roy@flatout.screaming.net>
Derby, England - Saturday, March 25, 2000 at 17:02:52
(EST)
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Mike Hailwood, super star of super stars, in my opinion
there is only one other person in his league and that
is Ivan Mauger, one on the road and the other on dirt.
Both the ultimate professionals. I was lucky enough
to meet Mike at Birmingham Speedway in the late seventies
when he had a bike shop with Rod Gould. It was like
meeting GOD. I had read so much about him and to finaly
meet the man........wow. I am sure your great site will
just grow and grow and will get many visiters from all
over the world. Long live the legend. Mike Hailwood
SUPER STAR.
Carl Askew <carl@MotorCyclesOnly.com>
Sydnet, NSW Australia - Saturday, March 25, 2000 at
01:23:25 (EST)
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Thanks for such wonderful place to enjoy. There will
never be another like Mike the Bike.
John W. Browning <jwbmcman@aol.com>
Colorado Springs, Colorado USA - Friday, March 24, 2000
at 23:20:15 (EST)
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A wonderful website, that helps to add to my knowledge
of this great racing hero.
Butch Langabee
U.S. - Friday, March 24, 2000 at 22:49:08 (EST)
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A fantastic website and dedicated to the worlds best
- Mike the Bike
Cynthia & Jimmy Tolmie <tolmie@netactive.co.za>
Alberton, South Africa - Friday, March 24, 2000 at 22:33:38
(EST)
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As an Brit living in the USA, it was a nice touch of
home to visit your site, Great work.
Simon <caines9@aol.com>
Los Angeles, California USA - Friday, March 24, 2000
at 21:30:25 (EST)
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I was to young to remember Mike in his hay day,but i
have since found out what a great man and rider he was.The
Web site you have created Pauline is fantastic, and
is a true reminder of the great memories Mike left us
with.
GEOFF THORNE <rjthorne@ozemail.com.au>
MENTONE, VICTORIA AUSTRALIA - Friday, March 24, 2000
at 20:45:53 (EST)
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Pauline & Dave: Fantastic! Ever since I first heard
of Mike and his motorcycling exploits I have been a
fan. I always enjoy seeing race footage and photos from
his career. I am now even more excited about getting
my Ducati Mike Hailwood 900 evoluzione.
Steve Schmidt <schmidts@saic.com>
CA USA - Friday, March 24, 2000 at 15:27:45 (EST)
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What a great web site ! what better way to honour a
true racing hero and a gentleman. Mike is still today
the most fascinating and talented racer ever on 2 wheels,
he was the reason why I fell in love with bikes in the
early sixties and still is my inspiration today ! Best
wishes to his family, Mike is smiling from above us.
Jean-Paul Grasmuck <CBXtra6@aol.com>
Morristown, NJ USA - Thursday, March 23, 2000 at 23:31:21
(EST)
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nice site great photos
bob s <bschoolz>
johnston , r.i usa - Thursday, March 23, 2000 at 21:44:22
(EST)
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One word... WOW! I'll be visiting often. Great photo
archive!
SportbikeWorld <robert@sportbikeworld.com>
Tempe, AZ USA - Thursday, March 23, 2000 at 18:20:27
(EST)
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Dear Pauline and David Thankyou for developing a Website
worthy of Mike the Bike. Only you, his direct family
could do it the right way. I found the Site advertised
in the latest Australian Motorcycle magazines and well,
here I am. I hold very fond memories of meeting Mike
at the Castrol Six Hour at Amaroo Park in Sydney, he
had just finished some Saturday practice on the Duke
and I approached him to sign his book and the Petrol
Tank of a Protar model of the Honda 250cc Six, was there
a problem, no way. What a gentle man in a sometimes
violent sport. I have both items placed between SMBH
peuter tankcards in my Display Case. I appreciate the
opportunity to help with photo archival info as time
permits. A tremendous idea to involve the fans. I will
NEVER forget Mike, in light of the coverage of Grand
Prix and SBK Competition today I believe Mike would
have added a marvellous banter and massive knowledge
base to commentary etc. Best regards for success with
the Website and the development in Spain.
Derek Hanbidge <cademail@ozemail.com.au>
Brisbane, Queensland Australia - Thursday, March 23,
2000 at 05:22:51 (EST)
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I remember reading about 'Mike the Bike' when I first
started riding in the early 60's. It was alway fun to
read how he would blow the competition away with his
skill. God knows he never had the best handling bikes
to ride. Thank you for reminding us all of how great
a man he was!
Mike Kieber <iwheelie@earthlink.net>
Reno, NV USA - Monday, March 20, 2000 at 22:56:41 (EST)
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He was, simply the best! thanks for a great site
John <varcs@chariot.net.ay>
Adelaide, Sth. Aust Australia - Monday, March 20, 2000
at 05:52:39 (EST)
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A great Tribute to a great man and the machine that
he operate...
Warren Brewer <warren@intemora.net.au>
Temora , N.S.W AUSTRALIA - Monday, March 20, 2000 at
01:18:38 (EST)
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Your website is terrific. We are both fans and will
keep on checking every now and again on the site.
Robert and Megan Pettingill <rooster@casterton.mtx.net.au>
Casterton, Victoria Australia - Sunday, March 19, 2000
at 00:48:47 (EST)
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What a great idea, a terrific site for the enthusiast,
especially older ones like me. Saw Mike at IOM in '67
on the early 500 Honda 4, what a beast. Favourite memory
is Snetterton late 60's, Mike on the Honda 250 four,
rode it in 250/350 & 500 or open. In each race he
took a regular national grade rider out with him for
3 or 4 laps then cleared off and broke the outright
lap record, improving it in each race. With no competetion
to push him, that was the class of a true champion.
Dave Amor <signs@penrith.signwave.com.au>
Kurrajong, NSW Australia - Saturday, March 18, 2000
at 00:45:41 (EST)
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Fantastic idea.Look forward to re-visiting the site
as it expands.Thanks for shareing the memories.
Paul Cook <cookie@eagles.com.au>
Sydney, New South Wales Australia - Friday, March 17,
2000 at 23:49:01 (EST)
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Pauline, the memories of Mike are with us forever,mine
are from Ulster Grand Prix Dundrod N.I. MIKE the BIKE
- CHAMPION OF CHAMPIONS Best Wishes from Australia
Robert Tosh <bobtosh@senet.com.au>
Adelaide, South Australia Australia - Thursday, March
16, 2000 at 05:21:43 (EST)
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A great site for a great man. And finally a chance to
thank George French for bringing Mike and his Dad to
Willow Springs. If I recall correctly, Mike just rode
away from everyone that day, till his Dad signalled
him to cool it...which he did...just a bit. There will
never be another Mike. Thanks for helping keep the memory
alive.
Chuck Lantz <FergiLantz@aol.com>
San Francisco, California USA - Tuesday, March 14, 2000
at 12:35:32 (EST)
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Dear Pauline, it was my pleasure to bring Mike, Paddy
Driver, and Mike's father to the US for the first International
race at Willow Springs in 1962. He sure showed the Americans
the way around the track. It was this first experience
racing against Mike that sparked the US riders to try
International racing. My congratulations to you for
this fine web site.
George W. French <Oilextreme@aol.com>
Riverside, California USA - Monday, March 13, 2000 at
19:13:14 (EST)
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I am a young bike rider and racing fan, and it looks
to me that Mike set the standards that others try to
follow.I wish I was lucky enough to see him race.Well
Done on a great web site.
Guy Singleton <Guy.Singleton@ukgateway.net>
Kent England - Monday, March 13, 2000 at 18:11:32 (EST)
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Dear Pauline, Thanks for bringing back some great memories,I'm
an expatriot Brit. & I met Mike a few times in the
late 50's early 60's. I remember talking to him at a
party in Kingston, I told him that I rode scrambles
(MX now) & he informed me that I must be nuts to
do that. I think my response was, "me nuts? I was
at Brands last weekend & I saw you going around
Clearways in a 2 wheel drift & it was pouring down
rain, who's nuts?" Great web site for a great man,
on & off the track. All the best in the future.
John Wilkes <moto@ap.net>
Santa Rosa, California USA - Sunday, March 12, 2000
at 15:21:43 (EST)
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Thanks for doing this. Mike Deserves it. There will
only ever be one "Mike The Bike".
Mike Dickenson <emmdeedee@cs.com>
Woodland Park, Co 80863 USA - Saturday, March 11, 2000
at 22:32:13 (EST)
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Dear Pauline, I and the motorcycle world thank you for
what you have given us here. I had a few other riders
I followed through the 50`s, but when Mike came on the
scene, there was no room for the others. I have done
many paintings of this great man in the past for American
Honda and other private indiviguals and still keep one
that looks over me. I feel we will never know the true
greatness of this man called Mike. Thank you for sharing
him with us.
Robert M. Allen <matchbox@rockisland.com>
Eastsound, Washington USA - Friday, March 10, 2000 at
23:05:20 (EST)
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I grew up poring over magazines for articles about Mike.
He truly was the greatest racer. I finally got to hear
the 250 six at Steamboat and see Nobby fettle it a few
years ago. I only wish I could have seen the complete
picture.
Les Johnson <teamfossil@aol.com>
Phoenix, Arizona U.S.A, - Thursday, March 09, 2000 at
22:36:18 (EST)
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Just wanted to say Hello
Ray Barrel
Biggin Hill, Kent England - Thursday, March 09, 2000
at 08:01:16 (EST)
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Words do not say enough. Seen the rest Mike was the
best
Ralph Crellin <ralph-crellin@hotmail.com>
Crosby, Isle of Man - Wednesday, March 08, 2000 at 17:18:03
(EST)
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At first I was a doubter along with thousands of others,
but after seeing him fall off twice, in the same race
at Oulton Park, and still win, I was converted. He was
possibly the only competitor who was greater than his
sport.
Peter Lancaster <lancaster@mcb.net>
Port St. Mary, Isle of Man - Tuesday, March 07, 2000
at 15:49:21 (EST)
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thanks to mike the greatest ever
colin yates <coilin@efcsytemsinc.com>
u.s.a - Monday, March 06, 2000 at 14:01:53 (EST)
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Just started ! Top man.
Mick Fitzgerald <mick@fitzgerld82.freeserve.co.uk>
London, England - Saturday, March 04, 2000 at 20:09:53
(EST)
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Met Mike at the bike shop he owned with Rod Gould in
Birmingham - just a lovely person who is missed so much.
Good luck Pauline in all that you do.
Henry Bryan <A18THB@aol.com>
Liphook, UK - Saturday, March 04, 2000 at 09:57:20 (EST)
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I was only 13 years old when my Brothers took me to
the island to see Mike on his comeback in 1978. I cheered
and celebrated with the rest of the Island when he won.
Later that year I met him at the bike show in Birmingham.
I was only a kid but he chatted to me like an old friend.
Since then I have tried to read all I could about the
great man. Mike truly was the greatest of all time.
There will never be another. Great site - the memories
will live forever.
Colin Stokes <Colstokes@Bigfoot.com>
Dudley, England - Thursday, March 02, 2000 at 19:17:46
(EST)
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I am a biker in Warwick, a Honda Maniac and inexorably
linked in many ways with the sights and sounds of the
Man I am too young to remember, but thanks to your New
Web Site I can get up to speed with everything I never
knew about Mike The Bike. Thank You. Dez.(34)
Dez Chand <vfr@i.am>
Warwick, UK GB - Monday, February 28, 2000 at 16:29:58
(EST)
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Brilliant Site, keep up the good work. I am the anorak
you have been looking for, anything I can help you with
I will, gladly. I will be keeping an eye on your site,
as you keep Mike alive in all our eyes, as he is in
our hearts. Many Thanks, Mad Dog.
Mad Dog <sbarker@jaguar.com>
Coventry, UK GB - Monday, February 28, 2000 at 16:26:34
(EST)
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What a great tribute to one of the all time greats.
Motorcycle racers of today could learn so much from
this man.
chris matheson <christopherj@matheson99.freeserve.co.uk>
England - Sunday, February 27, 2000 at 09:23:39 (EST)
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The painting of Mike on a Honda Six takes pride of place
on my study wall ad is titled "Unforgettable"
which says it all - he left so many happy memories which
this site will help to bring back.
Roger Corbett <roger@corbett20.freeserve.co.uk>
Baildon, UK - Sunday, February 27, 2000 at 08:38:47
(EST)
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An excellent site - well done. Mike was one of the worlds
finest sportsmen and will remain my all-time hero.
Allan Wren <Allanwren@chapcott.freeserve.co.uk>
Stockton-on-Tees, UK - Saturday, February 26, 2000 at
18:54:26 (EST)
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Stanley Michael Bailey Hailwood, "Simply the best,
better than all the rest". The words of this song
sum up the GREATEST ever! I was lucky enough to see
his return to the TT and watch him systematically set
about destroying Phil Read in a Titanic battle. Little
did I know then that I would one day go on to race on
the Mountain circuit for 16 years at the Manx. Mike
you were truly a remarkable man.
Barry Clay <camraom@unforgettable.com>
Norwich, England - Saturday, February 26, 2000 at 13:07:11
(EST)
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The writing on his Head Stone say's it all "To
Great in Life to be forgotten in Death"
Mike Whitworth <mike.whitworth@lineone.net>
Gloucester, UK - Saturday, February 26, 2000 at 11:11:59
(EST)
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as a young man ,my friends and i watched and admired
mike. in the 1970s we met mike at the isle of man during
the tt races. it was in the palace ballroom, where the
prizes were being presented for the days racing. i introduced
myself and mike was very nice to me and my friends.
at the time he was world champion and recognised as
the worlds greatest race rider, yet he still had time
to offer us all a drink and chat to us for a while.
he was summoned to appear on stage so he left our company
and proceeded to receive his trophy. all my friends
still admire him today as the greatest rider we have
seen and as the great man he was.
mike bevington <mike@fonetalk.co.uk>
porthcawl, u k - Saturday, February 26, 2000 at 10:06:41
(EST)
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I saw this site advertised in MCN this week and could
not get on it quick enough. I was blessed with the oppertunity
of watching the MASTER at work a few times, one memory
that has always remained to this day was watching mike
at Brands in a Hutch 100 meet, the level of consontration
on his face(we could stand much closer to the track
side then) was unbelievable, and yet you knew that he
was relaxed and just waiting his time to just clear
off,(ask Phil Read)We were robbed of a truly great man.
The sound tracks along with the photo's have gone straight
onto my hard disk, they make the hairs on the back of
my neck stand up, and lots of fond memories return of
this unbelievably skilled rider.
Tim Bently <Tim@annasewell.freeserve.co.uk>
- Friday, February 25, 2000 at 16:50:20 (EST)
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What a great man and rider S.M.B.Hailwood. To be able
to get off the Honda 6 after winning, then come out
on a 500 single and still win beating the best British
riders (who where really trying) was unbelievable. good
luck with the site.
Eddie Major <eddie@avocetway.fsnet.co.uk>
Bridlington Yorkshire, England - Thursday, February
24, 2000 at 18:31:19 (EST)
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I am privileged to say that I watched many of mikes
races over the years, many rides have followed but if
you were there and saw him,you would know that he is
truly a legend.
RON TEMPLEMAN <ronald.templeman@connect-2.co.uk>
radlett herts, england - Thursday, February 24, 2000
at 17:07:47 (EST)
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Mike Hailwood was simply the best rider i ever saw,he
could ride anything and my most enduring memory was
of Mike&Bill Ivy locked wheel to wheel on a pair
of Kirby Matchless's at Brands in the late sixties,simply
wonderful.
Gordon Abercrombie <gordi@gabercrombie.freeserve.co.uk>
Cheltenham, glos. England - Thursday, February 24, 2000
at 14:30:54 (EST)
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Lovely site & Mike's popularity & the regard
in which he was so rightly held & remembered ensures
it will just get better & better. Excellent.
Roger Loveday <roger.loveday@fentongroup.co.uk >
King's Lynn, England - Thursday, February 24, 2000 at
12:32:05 (EST)
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I was very privaleged to be in the Era when Mike rode.These
young ones will never see another rider like him. Any
bike any track anytime anywhere,nothing bothered the
man and no excuses.
Brian Coleman <Brian@coleman39.freeserve.co.uk>
Notts, England - Wednesday, February 23, 2000 at 19:27:45
(EST)
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Wonderful site and a fitting tribute to a great man.
Like many I saw him race both cars and bikes and treasure
the memories. A man of his stature is sorely missed
in this graceless age. I have a signed copy of 'Mike
the Bike Again' which is very special to me. Good luck
with the site and its intentions.
Steve Bourne <sbourne@uk.packardbell.org>
Coventry, UK - Wednesday, February 23, 2000 at 16:35:55
(EST)
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Oulton Park in the late sixties was my home track and
I spent many hours watching SMBH during practice and
races "playing" with the opposition, I still
have the Double LP recording of the IOM Diamond Jubilee
and the sound of the Hondas is still sweet music. I
remember Mike and Bill Ivy dressed as hippies at one
meeting and being refused entry to the paddock cos the
official didn't recognise them. The site is a brilliant
idea and brings back good memories.
Maurice Hardman <mauricehardman@hotmail.com>
Smallfield,Surrey, UK - Wednesday, February 23, 2000
at 16:21:55 (EST)
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What style and skill...no need for Kneesliders, just
tidy and the fastest ! Does anyone remember Oulton Park
in 1967 (?) when he left the multi-cylinders in the
paddock and rode a Manz Norton against Phil Read on
a G50 and Derek Minter on a Manx...He won that too !!
STEVE BEAVAN <beavan.family@virgin.net>
Wiltshire, UK - Wednesday, February 23, 2000 at 13:56:38
(EST)
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MIKE WAS ONE OF MY ALL TIME HEROES AND I TRIED MY BEST
TO EMULATE HIS SKILL AND SPORTSMANSHIP DURING MY 23
YEARS OF ROAD RACING. IF I ONLY MANAGED 10% I WILL HAVE
SUCCEEDED. GREAT SITE FOR A TRULY GREAT MAN.
JERRY FIFORD
NEW MALDEN, ENGLAND - Wednesday, February 23, 2000 at
10:12:00 (EST)
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Lucky for me seeing mike the bike at the isle of man,
and I said hello to him. He was my hero and there will
be nobody to take his place for me. there have been
some great riders since but mike was the MAN...
dave berry <me@daveberry.co.uk>
cleveland, england - Saturday, February 19, 2000 at
15:06:32 (EST)
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TO MY ETERNAL REGRET, I HAVE NEVER BEEN FORTUNATE ENOUGH
TO HAVE SEEN MIKE HAILWOOD RACE. HOWEVER, AS A YOUNG
BIKER IN THE 60's, I READ AVIDLY OF HIS MANY ACHIEVEMENTS
- A TRULY GREAT RACER, SPORTSMAN, AND AMBASSADOR FOR
MOTORCYCLING. AS A 50 YEAR OLD 'BORN AGAIN' MIKE HAILWOOD
IS STILL MY No.1
DEREK BELL <www.dbell@tcd.ie>
DUBLIN, IRELAND - Tuesday, February 15, 2000 at 06:59:48
(EST)
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I WAS LUCKY ENOUGH TO WITNESS ONE OF THE GREATEST SPORTING
ACHIEVEMENTS EVER,MIKE'S F1 WIN AT THE 78 TT,THERE'S
NOTHING LEFT TO SAY THAT'S NOT ALREADY BEEN SAID.HE
WAS AND IS A LEGEND AND STILL WORSHIPPED BY MILLIONS.........SHOULD
BE A BRILLIANT SITE.
TONY REID <tony.reid@lineone.net>
ALDERSHOT, HANTS UK - Monday, February 14, 2000 at 14:57:44
(EST)
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Hello, Anybody remember Mike on the Honda 250 '6 at
Oulton against Phil Reid Yamaha in the late 60's? I
do.
Chris Boden <cboden@hotmail.com>
Telford, UKHH - Sunday, February 13, 2000 at 15:16:19
(EST)
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I learnt of your web site in this weeks MCN. Had to
visit it. No-one who watched Mike the Bike race will
ever forget him. S.M.B.Hailwood was a "one off".
We'll not see his like again, more's the pity.
Peter.R.Farman. <peter.farman@halliburton.com>
Norwich, UK - Friday, February 11, 2000 at 08:29:55
(EST)
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Mike was my hero (still is) I was just starting out
biking in the 60's. I saw Mike all over the UK and the
IOM, I have all the books about him, and met him a several
times. What a fantastic sportsman.
Steve Palmer <madpeople@palmers.fsnet.co.uk>
Donington Le Heath, Leicestershire UK - Friday, February
11, 2000 at 06:57:56 (EST)
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I first saw Mike race when he returned to the Island
he was brililant ,he was a true sportsman as well as
being probbaly the best bike racer ever .
Howard Webb <howard@webbh.fsnet.co.uk>
Norwich, Norfolk England - Thursday, February 10, 2000
at 15:21:31 (EST)
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DEAR PAULINE Thank you what a great web site,lovely
memories,nothing to say,it has all been said,actions
speak louder than words. The man is a LEGEND,not for
just his racing but for his sportsmanship,only he raced
for ECURIE SPORTIVE.Never will EDGAR JESSOP ,be seen
again ????
PAUL AYRE <TTPAUL@tinyworld.co.uk>
NOTTINGHAM, ENGLAND - Wednesday, February 09, 2000 at
18:58:04 (EST)
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Had the pleasure of seeing Mike race in the sixties
& when he made his return in the late eighties.
All i can say is simply the best Regards
Thomas M Irvine <thomasirvine@cableinet.co.uk>
Livingston, Scotland - Wednesday, February 09, 2000
at 09:38:51 (EST)
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Dear Pauline, What a great way to remember Mike, you're
in my favourites folder so I can click back when the
scrapbooks are finished, my Dad was a huge fan so I'll
email him too. Best of luck with the site, regards Tigger
Tigger, Editor, Bikersweb.co.uk <tigger@bikersweb.co.uk>
UK - Wednesday, February 09, 2000 at 09:06:40 (EST)
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Simply Splendid! My father and mother's memories and
admiration of Mike's appearence at Willow Springs,CA
in the 60's were passed on to me at an early age. I
would read anything published about his exploits, wishing
for the chance to see him compete. To this day I regret
the loss. Thank you for sharing your memories. Best
Regards
David H. Weems <manxcafe@redshift.com>
Marina, CA United States - Saturday, February 05, 2000
at 03:32:08 (EST)
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Great guy and great wife, wishing you the best of luck
with the web and hotel project, regards Paul Young
Paul Young <paulyoung@ctv.es>
Spain - Monday, December 13, 1999 at 09:09:09 (EST)
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First saw Mike at Brands Hatch in the sixties,on a Kirby
Matchless,then on the Honda six on it's first outing
in the UK,never ever forgotten-the man always looked
as though he was just cruising but was actually going
much faster than anyone else-and more approachable in
the paddock than most.Thanks for great memories and
good luck with the website-I'm sure it will go from
strength to strength.Keep in touch.
Ron Allin <ron.allin@line.one.net>
Salisbury,Wiltshire, UK - Wednesday, October 20, 1999
at 12:09:21 (EDT)
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I had the privledge of meeting Mike in Australia ?1980
I think.,when he came to race at Bathurst on TZ750 Yamaha
arranged by Milledge Yamahas' Gerry O'Brien. Mike had
the choice of being driven around by the celeberities
at the time but chose not too, and accepted my offer
of transport,in my 1964 Holden EH with myself and my
wife. In the very short time of two days I realised
that I had met with one of the most humble and down
to earth persons it has been my fortune to meet.I consider
it the greatest priveledge Ihave had.As it happened
we were not able to get the race result befitting the
man due to our inability to maximse the bkes potential,from
memory Hideo Kanya aworks rider for Yamaha stole the
thunder.Thank you for this opportunity to reflect on
truly a great person
Carl Dillon <dillonc@netspace.com.au>
Melbourne, Vic Australia - Thursday, October 14, 1999
at 00:47:06 (EDT)
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SIMPLY THE BEST
DAVID JONES <deephysio@netscape.co.uk>
LLANRWST, NORTH WALES. UK - Thursday, October 07, 1999
at 16:15:23 (EDT)
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THANKS FOR ALL OF THE GOOD TIMES WATCHING THE RACES
GORDON REED <GVRGOLD@AOL.COM>
WINTER SPRINGS, FL USA - Saturday, September 25, 1999
at 15:47:35 (EDT)
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Looks good. Please tell me when it's done!!!
Nick <jwillich@wsu.edu>
Pullman, WA USA - Thursday, August 26, 1999 at 00:01:23
(EDT)
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I found your site by accident, it is obviously under
construction, but it looks very good. Please let me
know when you are opening.
Jim Salinger <jsalinger@ren.f>
Finland - Tuesday, July 13, 1999 at 11:09:32 (EDT)
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