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Berrow '99 Daily Report

Day 7: Friday 24th September 1999

Oh will it ever stop raining !?! Woke up yet again to the "gentle" pitter patter of rain on the caravan roof - it finally stopped for about an hour around midday, in time for some Novice and Pro racing.

As usual the races descended into chaos as buggiers crashed, fell over, wrapped kites and lines, and that was even before any of them had got past the start gate! Unfortunately there was an accident today, Andy Beveridge broke his collarbone in three places - get well soon Andy!

Again, the wind was blowing around 15-25mph, with lots of outbreaks of rain during the day, making it difficult for the buggiers. I did try to buggy with my Nasawing, but it was impossible to control, and having no other kites for high wind, I gave up and took photos instead! Hence later this evening I was awarded the Slow-Bo by Ian. Cheers, guys!

Tonight was Fright Night at the marquee- do not view any of the photos if you are of a nervous disposition!

Bit of a wet start

Muddy buggier 1

Muddy buggier 2

Ian supervises the race

Oh no, not another muddy buggier!

10 minutes into the race and these guys haven't even passed the start flag!

Lots of kites, lots of opportunites to get tangled..

Getting ready for the Pro race...

... and here comes the rain again!

At least all this rain is good for something!

Here's Death, bringing the party to life!

Uncle Fester

Frankenstein

Dracula

Darth Mauls fight it out

The Addams Family

Shocking!

Bloody 'ell!

Another casualty!

Hezz being presented with the Slow-Bo award

Group photo!

Nyree left holding the baby

. o O (Your shirt is frightening!)

Trust me, I'm a gynaecologist!

and here's my tools to prove it

Twins! Separated at birth!

Too gruesome for words...

What a horny little devil!

Morticia meets Rolf Harris

Why has Mike got that smile on his face?

 

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