Isle of Man - where how fast you go= how brave or mad you are :)

[Aussie_in_London]

Originally Posted by mlhj83

Yep, IOM is considered by Telcos to be similar to the Channel Islands. IOM is not in the UK or EU as well, but rather, it's considered British territory.

So do I need my passport

[mlhj83]

Originally Posted by Aussie_in_London

So do I need my passport

Nope, licence is all that's required. Passport is only required when coming from outside the UK.

[h-manuk]

Is car insurance a consideration?

I assume our policy's should be ok?

[mlhj83]

Originally Posted by h-manuk

Is car insurance a consideration?

I assume our policy's should be ok?

Majority of insurers do cover as they consider it as driving in the UK, but you never know some insurers might not, so best check with yours. Insurance should and must also cover the journey between land masses in the UK, so if our rubber dinghy sinks, we should be ok.

[h-manuk]

Originally Posted by mlhj83

Majority of insurers do cover as they consider it as driving in the UK, but you never know some insurers might not, so best check with yours. Insurance should and must also cover the journey in-between land masses in the UK, so if our rubber dinghy sinks, we should be ok.

Cheers, I'm with LV with company fleet so will check details just in case!

[mlhj83]

Originally Posted by h-manuk

Cheers, I'm with LV with company fleet so will check details just in case!

It should say something like this:

"Territorial limits
This policy provides the cover described in your schedule in Great Britain, Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland, the Isle of Man, the Channel Islands and during journeys between these places."

[h-manuk]

Fantastic video footage, certainly a great build up to our visit

[mlhj83]

Originally Posted by sladeywadey

have fun guys.. this is the adrenaline I need..

Brilliant vid. Not long now. Just hope the seas are calm otherwise ferry will be cancelled.

[as7920]

Originally Posted by mlhj83

Brilliant vid. Not long now. Just hope the seas are calm otherwise ferry will be cancelled.

Impromptu visit to the Highlands instead if that's the case?

[mlhj83]

Originally Posted by as7920

Impromptu visit to the Highlands instead if that's the case?

I think the Hardknott Pass, York Moors, Dales and Pennines would be the alternative. I already have routes. Highlands is a bit far up.

[as7920]

Originally Posted by mlhj83

I think the Hardknott Pass, York Moors, Dales and Pennines would be the alternative. I already have routes. Highlands is a bit far up.

Cool! Good one.

[h-manuk]

Originally Posted by mlhj83

Brilliant vid. Not long now. Just hope the seas are calm otherwise ferry will be cancelled.

Marcus, will the cars be in the hull or exposed on deck?

[mlhj83]

Originally Posted by h-manuk

Marcus, will the cars be in the hull or exposed on deck?

Both, so we should arrive early. We should aim the leave the service stop no later than 12 as we'll all need a fuel stop before getting to the port and there's a Shell along the way. So maybe, we should meet at 1130 onwards.

[Tamara]

Guys...and Gal
Have a really GRRRRREEEAAAATTTT time this weekend.
Looks like the weather will be kind to you after all that rain so make the most of it before it starts again!
Wish I could be there but looking forward to the pictures and vids.

T
Don't overdo the seafood.........

[mlhj83]

Originally Posted by Tamara

Guys...and Gal
Have a really GRRRRREEEAAAATTTT time this weekend.
Looks like the weather will be kind to you after all that rain so make the most of it before it starts again!
Wish I could be there but looking forward to the pictures and vids.

T
Don't overdo the seafood.........

Shane has a double bed all to himself. He could vacate that and sleep on the couch and you could have it.

But cheers, will most definitely enjoy it and will try to stay safe when driving, hiking and eating.

[Upturn666]

What has happened to the stories and pictures then? Did you all have a good weekend?

[mlhj83]

Soon soon...

[Tamara]

Frankly, I was beginning to get worried it was all so quiet....
don't keep us waiting too long!

[mlhj83]

Originally Posted by Tamara

Frankly, I was beginning to get worried it was all so quiet....
don't keep us waiting too long!

We are all on Facebook that's why it's quiet. Shane will be creating an invite only FB page for all our future excursions.

[Rsmatt]

This was a brilliant brilliant weekend! Great roads, great views, great company,no speed limits, a few turrets to climb and some seals to converse with what more do you need!

[mlhj83]

Originally Posted by Rsmatt

This was a brilliant brilliant weekend! Great roads, great views, great company,no speed limits, a few turrets to climb and some seals to converse with what more do you need!

[Tamara]

Originally Posted by mlhj83

We are all on Facebook that's why it's quiet. Shane will be creating an invite only FB page for all our future excursions.

I better join then!
It sounds as though it was every bit as good as expected though!