Choices choices choices.

The History Man · Jul 19, 2025

I am attending an event tomorrow at Oliver’s Mount to commemorate one of my heroes, the late great Barry Sheene. As the weather is set to inclement in parts, I have to chose suitable attire and protection. I shall be arriving via motorcycle so will be adorned with the latest breathable fabrics rather than my usual tweed ensemble. But which item to accompany, given the predicted precipitation?

I fear the centre item may cause swooning for those of a delicate and vintage disposition, despite it being my preferred option.

My_Teenage_Self · Jul 19, 2025

The duck.

100% the duck.

Frankenorange · Jul 19, 2025

I would go for the middle option. Seat and umbrella in one

. I love watching Olivers Mount vids and one day i really must attend one. This sidecar outfit getting wrestled around is a good one

Frankenorange · Jul 20, 2025

How was it?

The History Man · Jul 20, 2025

Frankenorange said:
How was it?

Excellent. Like a village fete with vintage and modern motorcycles flying by.

The History Man · Jul 20, 2025

The side cars. The ‘monkeys’ are bonkers with extreme testicular fortitude.

The History Man · Jul 20, 2025

I went with the middle option. It remained unfurled but was very supportive. We left a little early, racing the storm north, our steeds carrying us home just ahead of ever darkening skies across the moors via Blakey Ridge.