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[fastesthonda_jim]

I'm getting greedy

[fastesthonda_jim]

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[fastesthonda_jim]

Okay, early uploads is the key.
As to the effects on us folks of the altitude... yes it is definitely there and it not to be taken lightly.  There are these wonderful little oxygen inhalers for sale cheap in the hotel (70 "shots" for $8).  I carry one with me (they weigh less than a pound) and take a shot occasionally if I feel like I need to.  Plus they have oxygen at the desk.  And, as you might imagine, the older, and for sure the fatter, members who are here, are showing it more. Bottom line - it IS a problem to be aware of and is to be respected.  But there are ways to deal with it.  You can buy "shooters" online - www.boostoxygen.com is one.  And FWIW I carry O2 almost all the time around here, 1. because it may be needed, and 2. it's so handy and simple, and the results of a couple of "shots" are so quick.
Gotta Go,

[fastesthonda_jim]

okay answers to a few questions:
The FIA is not here, just FIM.
As to the speed of the Aprilla, there's been some conversation about its sound as it goes by at speed.  It's just a constant waaaaahhhhhhh, indicating good hookup to the salt verses the wahhhwahhhwahhh you can hear many times at B'ville.
Then, of course, is the lesser wind resistance.

[Malcolm UK]

Is that a naturally aspirated Aprilia going so fast?  One would think a non-turbo or non-blown bike would be real slow at that elevation.

The Aprilia is running about 6 mph faster than Bonneville.  Nitrous next with some of our 118 octane.

It is a fully sanctioned FIM meet Charlie is here to keep things on the up and up.

How are the FIM handling the use of Nitrous Oxide, because they were (once) the governing body that demanded only air as the oxidant in a bike combustion engine, blown or unblown?

[kiwi belly tank]

Remember the days way back when you had to drill a hole at Bonneville to put a tent peg in the salt?
  Sid.
http://www.landracing.com/forum/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=16751.0;attach=57512;image

[Stainless1]

Before they improved their strip mining efficiency  :x

[stay`tee]

I notice that in the photos everyone is "Rugged Up",, is it cold all day ??, would be interested to know the air temperature, relative air density, etc,,

[racefanwfo]

So when is the ack attack going to run

[Gregg Adams]

But Jim -- give us some indication of whether the salt is good or not, hey?  Like - is it a good solid base?

Jon,

Here is the reason I bailed on this site.
What you "THINK" is funny comes across as being a total "Smart A-S-S" remark!
I've talked with several folks at El Mirage and Loring and when I make the "Smart A-S-S" comment about you, the reply is....."Yep, I know what you mean and true"!!!! So in my defense, it's not just me!
So, Dearie, you NEED to "THINK" about how your comment will be received before you post!!!!!

If your post was on Facebook, I'd give you a thumbs.....DOWN!

Gregg Adams

[salt]

Erin just posted on Instagram that Al Lamb upped his 262 FIM record to approximately 266 this afternoon.

Willi
Kraut Bros.

[Seldom Seen Slim]

Interesting - and good to hear.  More tomorrow?

[salt]

According to Erin, Ack had "fueling problems" but made a "checkout pass in the mid 300s" and will be back in the am.
No word on Hudson yet.

Willi
Kraut Bros.

[Eddieschopshop]

does check out pass mean we went for it but had fuel problems so it was a "check out pass"  thats what  i do

[836dstr]

Mr. Adams,

If you do not get Jon's sense of humor and have "bailed" on this site then why are you still lurking out there?

This is Jon's Website and as owner he has editorial license. He provides a GREAT service to the LSR Community.

Can you say that? Enough said!

Keep up the good work Jon!

Tom