GP of Lommel Bench Racing Discussion: The Motos

Jamie_Munro 7/30/2015 4:40am
7/30/2015 4:40am Edited Date/Time 7/30/2015 4:45am
Title yes, Tim I expect is the man, Guillod is close but I think there's. Been an element of luck there to get him even in points, I really can't see Tixier getting it, he has less chance than Max IMO as he's just not fast enough, he's consistent top 3-6 but not a contender.

Here's how I see it

There's quite a bit of sand coming, max could go on a tear and if the top lads get random 6-7 a couple of races on the bounce the gap will be removed. I doubt it will happen but I can cross my fingers because he is English

Results are so inconsistent in the class right now so anything is possible, Tim has to be favourite for title though.

Jonass and even Seewer could be in the mix this weekend perhaps?
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DeStouwer 7/30/2015 4:50am
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Sure you can! The next three rounds (Lommel = deep sand, Mantova = sandy, Assen = probably sandy) I expect the most from Jonass and Tixier, as Gajser and Guillod have proved not to be the best sandriders. Mexico and Glen Helen are something completely different. On those tracks I believe Gajser and Guillod will turn it up a notch again.

It's all going to be decided in the very last moto of the year.
Jamie_Munro 7/30/2015 4:59am
7/30/2015 4:59am Edited Date/Time 7/30/2015 5:03am
I'm struggling to see Jordi get better than 5th, maybe it's just me being daft. Sand always gives different results so....

It's going to be a great end to the season that's for sure! I've not seen the Mexico track yet it's a new one yes?

Also, what is this el-molar track in Spain after glen Helen? It's not on the calendar but is on the track lists... Maybe next year?

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crusty_xx 7/30/2015 5:55am
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DeStouwer wrote:
Sure you can! The next three rounds (Lommel = deep sand, Mantova = sandy, Assen = probably sandy) I expect the most from Jonass and Tixier...
Sure you can! The next three rounds (Lommel = deep sand, Mantova = sandy, Assen = probably sandy) I expect the most from Jonass and Tixier, as Gajser and Guillod have proved not to be the best sandriders. Mexico and Glen Helen are something completely different. On those tracks I believe Gajser and Guillod will turn it up a notch again.

It's all going to be decided in the very last moto of the year.
That's pretty realistic I guess.
Too bad anstie crashed out, otherwise he would be in this fight as well with all the sand tracks coming up.
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h&m_cycle 7/30/2015 6:06am
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When are you commies going to get rid of that track and get you some real tracks like we got in "merica"?


I kid, this race is on my bucket list...
Jamie_Munro 7/30/2015 6:44am
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Lommel is special to see, tv does no justice
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Ninurta 7/30/2015 7:30am
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The area around the track isn't worth much but the racing is great Evil Evil The beer's already in the fridge, camper ready to go.... this is going to be a great weekend of racing folks Woohoo
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philG 7/30/2015 7:46am
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h&m_cycle wrote:
When are you [b]commies [/b] going to get rid of that track and get you some [b]real[/b] tracks like we got in "merica"? [URL=http://www.sherv.net/][IMG]http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/rage/troll-arms-rage-smiley-emoticon.gif[/IMG][/URL] [b]I kid...
When are you commies going to get rid of that track and get you some real tracks like we got in "merica"?


I kid, this race is on my bucket list...
its a dump LOL .. the place has no redeeming features at all . In the middle of an industrial estate on the outskirts of a town, not a classic venue in the Namur , Unadilla , Farleigh, Glen Helen mould , but by god its a track that is brutal.

If its been as dry there this week as it was in Germany for the last 2 , it will get deep real quick.

Think the boy has already left .. guess I will be keeping up with it over text and FB ..



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Rudicross 7/30/2015 8:34am
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Some pics from Lommel in the year 1975. My brother (#111) on a Montesa in his first year of competition Cool .



Sandwarrior752 7/30/2015 8:37am
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Jamie_Munro wrote:
Lommel is special to see, tv does no justice
I agree, allthought it looks like i won't be able to go this year it's been a pleasure going there the past years (and mxon !!!) I love that there is a free bus going between entrance gate and parking section lol.

Last year i was standing near the big jump where Paulin quaded into the sand rollers .. people where going nuts that was awesome.

Jamie_Munro 7/30/2015 8:59am
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That was a proper huck!, him and Simpson pretty much the only crazy fools doing it lap by lap.

It's not often you see a huge jump worth huge gains but that one really showed a difference, visually and not just on the clock
RichardLoots 7/30/2015 10:27am
7/30/2015 10:27am
looks even better in slow motion

Germinator 7/30/2015 1:21pm
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That thing was insane. Same track and same year.
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philG 7/30/2015 2:00pm
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That thing was insane. Same track and same year.
I must have been stood behind you when you filmed that , saturday qualifying i think, only did it once that i saw.

Awesome .. i hope he has a good weekend.

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ocscottie 7/30/2015 2:02pm
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Got a PR this morning, RV will be there, i know, big freakin deal....

Ryan Villopoto to attend Lommel MXGP

A few weeks after he announced his retirement from the sport, American MX star Ryan Villopoto will attend the fourteenth round of the FIM Motocross World Championship at Lommel in Belgium this weekend. Read More HERE
Jamie_Munro 7/30/2015 2:22pm
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You're late Scottie, that's old news bro Wink

Anyway it's still RV, so it's cool, be better if his ass was on track but hey, so this is the start of his future ambassador role then, good luck to him.
Jamie_Munro 7/30/2015 2:23pm
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RichardLoots wrote:
looks even better in slow motion

In slo mo it's like, wtf is he ever coming down haha. Shame the camera didn't get any perspective
RichardLoots 7/30/2015 2:52pm
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RichardLoots wrote:
looks even better in slow motion

Jamie_Munro wrote:
In slo mo it's like, wtf is he ever coming down haha. Shame the camera didn't get any perspective
yeah kissing that front fender Laughing
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Ninurta 8/1/2015 2:00am
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Sun is out, beer is cold(for now), MXGP free practice is on track.. I'm loving this Woohoo Cool
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RG1 8/1/2015 2:42am
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Beautiful day in Lommel. Brits 1&2 in free practice. Doesn't get much better than that
Jamie_Munro 8/1/2015 3:23am
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Beautiful day in Lommel. Brits 1&2 in free practice. Doesn't get much better than that
I'm sat here NOT getting jealous Sick Sick Sick

Enjoy it boys, gutted I couldn't make it across, injured, self employed no workey no money Angry

How is max looking?
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RG1 8/1/2015 3:31am
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Jamie_Munro wrote:
I'm sat here NOT getting jealous :sick: :sick: :sick: Enjoy it boys, gutted I couldn't make it across, injured, self employed no workey no money :angry...
I'm sat here NOT getting jealous Sick Sick Sick

Enjoy it boys, gutted I couldn't make it across, injured, self employed no workey no money Angry

How is max looking?
That sucks man.

Max is looking pretty good, track was still pretty fast in the first MX2 practice, I think as the track gets tougher he'll come into his own. Simpson and Watson were both really impressive and looking very comfortable. Could be a good weekend for the Brits
Jamie_Munro 8/1/2015 3:43am
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Wow cheers RG, nice update go the Brits !!!,

For some weird reason the only timing I could find was for emx250

Have a blinder of a weekend man, don't have too many speciality beers hahahahaa
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ocscottie 8/1/2015 4:00am
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No Lommel Practice Discussion thread? Do you guys just want to use this thread?

....or am i the only one in the US still awake at 4am Blink
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kongols wrote:
[img]https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CLJ2udQVEAEWa4c.jpg[/img]

Such a smooth 1 line track Smile

I hope GP gets the win, it is hard not to be a fan when you see him launch such jumps !

In MX2, Anstie for a double victory, and I hope Tixier starts to make a run at the championship too.
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ocscottie 8/1/2015 4:04am
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Free practice results:





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