My Alpinestars gear was completely trashed but
it did its job perfectly. We pulled the data from the
airbag, and I'd suffered two 27g impacts consecu-
tively, with hardly a scratch on me for proof. I am
now a complete convert (if I wasn't already) of
airbags in racing. Why these are not mandatory in
CSBK and MotoAmerica, I've got no idea.
In all, it was a shit end to what was a hugely fun
weekend of racing. The Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory
proved it was a competitive machine with minimal
changes against the BMWs, Kawasakis and Suzu-
kis, and I was happy with the continually improving
pace as the weekend wore on.
I would like to say thanks to Aprilia's Shane
Pacillo for the invite to compete, and CSBK CEO,
Colin Fraser for the hospitality. Also, thanks very
much to 2022 CSBK Champion Ben Young, who
went out of his way to make me feel welcome and
to share as many tips as possible to go fast at
Mosport.
Same time next year, Shane?
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FEATURE I RACING IN CANADA
P74
Sunday morning and
the blue skies gave
the team an optimistic
mentality.
The moment it all
goes wrong as
Rennie overcooks
the front Dunlop
and slides out in
spectacular fashion.
