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Track Map of the Past: Isle of Man

Probably not so much “of the past” because this looks to be laser etched on a wood panel, but I love this map of the Isle of Man TT course—particularly the wavy pattern on the surrounding bodies of water. It brings to mind old-style draftsman’s designs.

via Habermann and Sons.

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Georg Meier wins 1939 Isle of Man TT

Sports Car Digest featured this brilliant photo of Georg “Schorsch” Meier on his way to winning the Isle of Man TT in 1939. This is the 70th anniversary of BMWs win.
I think we can all agree that there’s not enough airborne in modern motorsport.