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Iddon Wins Round 1 of the British Supermoto Champs
The first round of the British Supermoto Championship was a great success and Christian took the Aprilia SXV550 to 3 straight wins in the open class. A situation in the last race was the only thing to dampen the spirits slightly. To read Christians race report;
Italian Championship Rd 2
Christian was back on form when he went to the 2nd round of the Italian Championships, even if the results didn't quite reflect it. To read his race report;
Torino Pics
Check out a selection of these pics taken by Mitch Gunn by clicking on the picture below
To see more of his fantastic shots log on to www.sportsphotographer.eu
World Championship Round 1
Christian had a difficult start to his World Championship campaign. To read his race report;
Earl of Oulton
Christian gained the title of the Earl of Oulton at the weekend in the streetfighter class aboard his newly aquired Aprilia Tuono R. To read his race report;
Easter Monday Bash
Christian won both the first 2 races at the NORA season opener at 3 Sisters before having to miss the final to catch a plane. To read his race report;
GiMoto Leathers
I'm very pleased to announce that for the 2008 series I shall be wearing custom-made leathers hand-made in Italy by Gimoto, and also wearing one of their road-race suits - kindly supplied by UK distributors Moto Comp Ltd.
Developed over the last 3 years with various factory Supermoto teams,
the Gimoto 'Motard' suit is specially designed for the special needs
of Supermoto racing (whether solo or quad) - being lightweight, with
plenty of ventilation and padding, and specially cut
to give the essential flexibility and body movement needed in our energetic
sport and I'm looking forward to exploiting the added advantage that
I believe this suit will give me.
Don't be thinking 'Lucky so-and-so - why can't I have one?' - because you can. Moto Comp offer the complete custom-designed made-to-measure service for Gimoto from their base in rural Derbyshire, and you can design and specify your own suit on-line by clicking on the Gimoto link on www.motocomp.com
- It's not limited only to 'Motard' designs, and it's not as expensive as you might think!
Christian Goes Road-Racing..... On His Supermoto
Christian competed in his first ever road-race at Mallory Park for the first round of the Thundersport GB series. To read how he got on;
YouTube
For a bit of fun there is now a YouTube page here on Christianiddon.com that will be regularly updated with cool new vids which will mostly be related to Christian and Motorcycle racing but sometimes we will throw in some in a few funnies we find on the net. There is a constant link to the page on the left hand menu of this page or click the link below:
GYG Karting
Last weekend I got to go down the the amazing GYG circuit in North Wales and was lucky enough to get a spin out on my 450 SXV. The circuit is built onto a hillside which creates a fantastically undulating and flowing piece of tarmac. With any luck, we may soon be allowed bikes there on a regular occasion and the guys down at the circuit are working hard to try and make it happen. In the meantime, there is arrive and drive Karting available. Visit them on www.GYGkarting.co.uk
Racedays Guadix
I've just got back from 3 days of teaching out in sunny southern Spain on the Racedays Supermoto trackday. The whole trip was such a laugh and there was plenty of tracktime for all involved on the fast and flowing circuit. There was a good variety of riders varying from some of the best in the country to absolute beginners but a good time was had by all and good company was never far away (when they got out of bed that is) and I never wanted to go home.
I don't have any pics yet but there will be some on board footage coming very soon. I do however, have a couple of souveniers, one of which being this fantastic drawing of me by little Hannah Mitchell :-)
Log on to www.racedays.net for more info on their fantastic trackdays.
ACU Awards 2008
Last weekend I went to the ACU awards in Northampton to collect my 2 British title trophies as well as my FIM awards for the World Championship and Des Nations.
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..................The 3 Amigos ..........................Me and Hodgson trying to look cool
Salice Goggles 2008
Christian will once again be using Salice Goggles for the 2008 season. The Italian brand is World renowned as producing some of the finest quality eyewear and will soon be available to buy on our shores. Until then you can buy them from Salice. To check out their range click the link below;
Supermoto in FHM!!!
FHM asked me to do a few pictures for their fashion section. It's great that Supermoto is in one of the leading magazines in the country so go check it out. There is also some enduro action featuring David Knight and some Motocross with Tommy Searle.
Sidi Boots Continue Support For 2008
Once again Christian will be supported by Sidi boots. The Italian manufacturer is leading the way in terms of comfort and safety and continue to be innovative with their sole replacement systems with Supermoto specific soles to prevent having to replace your boots too often.
To see their fantastic range of products click the link below;
Ankle Operation
Yesterday I underwent a small operation to help repair my ankle after the Milan Bike show incident last year. The Doc thinks that it went pretty well so I'm hopeful of being back on a bike soon. I can't wait!
CJ Memorial Cycle Race 07 Feat the Norge and Squiddon
New Pictures
Ace snapper Martyn Hill has sent through a selection of shots from the 2007 season. To check them out;
A Pain In The...............Ankle
Christian didn't just go to walk around the Milan bike show but he also went to participate in an Invitational Supermoto race and a very special motorbike 'triathlon' event. The later of which has left him with a broken ankle. We will of course be keeping you up to date with his recovery but to read all about it;
Milan Bike Show 07
Christian spent the week at the Milan bike show and is happy to announce that his associations will continue next year with Airoh Helmets, Sidi Boots and Salice Goggles. To read about his exploits:
Fun in the Park
Christian took part in an invitational race at the last round of the NORA National Supermoto Championship at Cadwell Park. To read his report;
Christian Takes 3rd Overall in the World Championship Final Standings
Christian took 4th overall at the GP of Greece and jumped up to 3rd in the final World Championship standings. To read his race report;