Isle of Man TT - The Deadliest Race On Earth #886422

di Wyatt Y. MacKenzie

Xspurts

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From the moment the starting flag drops to the instant riders vanish into the mist-shrouded peaks, the Isle of Man TT stands as the ultimate test of courage—and the deadliest race on Earth. This electrifying chronicle plunges you into the heart of a century-old institution where motorcycles blast through narrow public roads at breakneck speeds, and stone walls replace safety fences. Through gripping first-hand accounts, expert analysis, and haunting archival imagery, discover:
The Origins of Legend: How a small island’s winding lanes transformed into the world’s most demanding circuit.
Triumphs Against All Odds: Profiles of riders—man and woman—who defied physics, injury, and despair to claim glory on asphalt edged with peril.
Tragedy in Every Turn: The stories behind the more than 250 fatalities that echo through Ballaugh Bridge and Glen Helen, and the ongoing debate over tradition versus safety.
The People Behind the Madness: Meet the mechanics who sweat over every bolt, the marshals who stand vigil in rain and fog, and the fans whose obsession fuels the TT’s thunderous roar.
Technology vs. Tradition: How cutting-edge innovations—from smart barriers to biometric sensors—seek to tame a 37.73-mile course that refuses to yield.
Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a newcomer drawn by the siren song of speed, this book immerses you in the TT’s unrelenting drama—where victory is inches from disaster, and every lap feels like a brush with fate.
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ISBN:
9781779777607
Formato:
ebook
Editore:
Xspurts
Anno di pubblicazione:
2025
Dimensione:
1.88 MB
Protezione:
watermark
Lingua:
Inglese
Autori:
Wyatt Y. MacKenzie