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1959 Formula One race
Californian Ed La Belle brought this BMW and a Junior Norton for the 1959 races. Asked why he dropped the Norton in the Junior, he replied: " John Hartle (MV) came past so fast he sucked me out of the saddle!"
BikeSport TT Race Pics feature the FoTTofinder Bikesport Archives of Isle of Man TT Race photographs
Media ID 19925893
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from BikeSport TT Race Pics, we are transported back to the thrilling world of Formula One racing in 1959. The focus of the image is on Californian racer Ed La Belle, who proudly stands next to his prized possession - a sleek BMW motorcycle. Alongside it, we catch a glimpse of another bike, a Junior Norton that La Belle had initially brought for the races. Curiosity piques as we delve into the story behind La Belle's decision to drop the Norton in favor of his beloved BMW. When asked about this choice, he humorously recounts an exhilarating encounter with fellow racer John Hartle on his MV Agusta. With a twinkle in his eye, La Belle explains that Hartle's speed was so astonishingly fast that it literally sucked him out of the saddle! Such is the intensity and adrenaline rush experienced by these daring racers. This photograph encapsulates not only the spirit of competition but also highlights the camaraderie among racers during those golden years. It serves as a reminder of how passion and dedication can lead individuals like Ed La Belle to push their limits and make tough decisions in pursuit of victory. As we gaze upon this vintage snapshot frozen in time, our imagination runs wild with visions of roaring engines, hairpin turns, and heart-stopping moments on legendary race tracks. It captures an era when motorcycling was at its zenith - where heroes were made and legends were born - forever etching their names into
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