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I don't think that I have missed updating this web site for such a long period. I note it has been ten days!
But, that doesn't mean I haven't been busy taking pics.
My Commercial work has been hectic with several large projects 'on the go'.
Also there have been a couple of big events that I enjoy covering... it is one of these that is featured in todays update. The latest picture Gallery features the MSA National Hill Climb at Le Val des Terres in Guernsey.
This was a very wet event which brought with it all the inconvenience and discomfort of steamed-up spectacles and lenses and the use of protective covers for my equipment.
Of course this is just the same for all the racers and helpers. Somehow a 'spirit of togetherness' comes out and with the right attitude we all end up enjoying the experience. We are an odd lot!
So the first pics can be viewed using the link below.
Other Galleries will be added to feature the Jersey Rounds of the MSA National Hill Climb at Bouley Bay.
Another very wet event was the Greenman Chaos Bike & Music Festival and I have many pics to add to the Galleries. Keep a check on the news page for updates...
GUERNSEY MSA NATIONAL HILL CLIMB 2011

What a scorcher! And what a contrast to Round 4 when the heavens opened, big time.
So, Round 5 lived up to its billing as part of the Kart Summer Championship.
I have uploaded a new Gallery of pitures of the meeting.
ROUND 5 OF THE SUMMER KART CHAMPIONSHIP

That just about sums up the weekends Kart racing at The Track. The conditions were not pleasant - for anyone.
The competitors were fully wrapped in plastic, the race officials found one of the only dry spots to watch the racing and this photographer only made opportune and brief excursions to the side of the track to take pics!
For me it is worth the extra effort of trying to keep lenses and kit dry. It is a challenge to even see if I have captured the action in focus when the viewing screen is awash! The 'pay-off' for me is that I am able to record an image which is different from the norm.
A Gallery of pictures has now been uploaded. I hope you enjoy them... I suffered for these, ha,ha.
PICS OF A VERY WET KART MEETING

Having just returned from photographing a VERY wet Kart meeting at The Track I have just uploaded the latest pictures of the Sprint meeting held at Vazon yesterday.
I chatted with various competitors during the Sprint meeting and a few of the Bike riders were disappointed with the cross wind at the end of their runs... it could have been so much worse. Look at today!
If there is a 'pecking order' of who moans about the weather (and light)... then, after the Farmers it is a close call between Photographers and Racers (Yes I'm as guilty as everyone)!
In the end we all have to make the best of what we are given and sometimes the conditions help a photographer capture something different. Keep a check on the News page for the latest 'Wet Kart Meeting' pics... I suffered to get these!
GK&MC SPRINT AT VAZON

I have added a couple more Photo-Montages to the Galleries featuring recent gigs that I have photographed. These Montages are a great way to remember a special event or gig that you have been involved with. Each Montage is individually designed and will include your chosen pictures.
If you would like to consider having a Montage designed for you just drop me an e-mail CONTACT ANDREW LE POIDEVIN or call me on 07781 144525.
Montages are printed on large A2 size paper and look fantastic when framed. Take a look at the Gallery to see some previous designs...
VIEW A SELECTION OF MONTAGES

Mitch Godden might not race on the sand very often... indeed I think the annual visit to Guernsey for the 'Condor Ferries Sand Ace' meeting is the only time he sees the beach each year.
It certainly doesn't show! From the first lap on the sand Mitch looks at home and unbeatable... again.
So it was a case of who would take the runner-up positions. Well done to local racer, Anthony Queripel for placing second in the A Final followed by Dan Winterton (he nearly qualifies as a Guernseyman now!).
The days entertainment was completed when Dan and Gareth Winterburn went for a 'skinny-dip' at the end of the racing. Remember, it was low tide. That makes for a long walk back after cooling off!
If you want to take a look at the racing action - and the skinny-dip (you have been warned) click on this link.
CONDOR FERRIES SAND ACE MEETING 2011
.... AND SOMETHING FOR THE LADIES!

On a day that conditions were certainly less than perfect for part of the event there were some very impresive times posted. Ten new records in total!
My driver of the day was Tim Torode who managed to join the elite sub-30 second club in a car that really shouldn't be able to match the 'big guns'. I witnessed the run from the top of the hill and captured a shot of just how close and hard you have to push to achieve this sort of result.
TAKE A LOOK AT A CLOSE CROP OF TIMS RACING LINE
I have now added a large Gallery of pics featuring the days racing. As always, if you like what you see, you can purchase pics by clicking the BUY NOW button below each picture.
VIEW THE NEW HILL CLIMB GALLERY

It was pretty choppy out there in the Little Russell this afternoon for Round-3 of the Guernsey Powerboat Association's 2011 Championship.
These conditions are a real challenge for competitor and photographer alike!
When taking pics when the sea is so bumpy you know that the boats will be flying - literally - between troughs. The challenge is to capture the moment and get it in sharp focus whilst using a 600mm lens from a wildly rocking platform.
I love a challenge!
A big thank you to Addie Marsh for allowing me to use his boat for the pics.
VIEW PICS OF POWERBOAT RACING ROUND-3

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What a nice contrast to the first Sand Race meeting. Having got wet through at the first race meeting in 2011 it was much more pleasant to spend the afternoon on a sunny Vazon beach!
The 'cherry on the cake' was to see such a good entry in the Bikes Class, this shows promise for a good seasons racing.
So I was kept busy taking pics... they are now on-line. Check-out the Gallery by clicking this link.
ROUND-2 OF THE SAND RACING

The Guernsey Autocross Club held Round-4 of their Summer Championship at Chouet Beach yesterday. The racing now takes a break until the Autumn. The track layout had to be adapted to compensate for the condition of the beach but nothing was going to prevent a good days racing.
As always there were a few roll-overs - three by a little yellow Fiat - now that's just greedy! I managed to capture two of them!
A new gallery of pics has now been added.
ROUND-4 OF THE AUTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP

We must hope that it hasn't established what type of weather we will have for the 2011 Guernsey Motor Cycle & Car Club Sand Racing Championship on Vazon beach but Round-1 was pretty miserable!
It was a shame because there were a few new riders and sliders turning out - and we don't want to put them off this early in the season!
I guess though that when you are racing you expect to get wet and covered in sand - so a bit off rain makes no difference. It is the poor photographer who has to struggle to keep his kit dry and the lens free from splashes.
However it was good to be back on the beach, I managed to get a few pictures and they are now on-line.
GMC&CC SAND RACING ROUND-1

I was pleased to be able to sponsor Round-2 of the Guernsey Kart & Motor Club Summer Kart Championship last Sunday at 'The Track'.
I am probably recognised for attending most of the Motor Sport events held on this little Island and like to help the Clubs continue to organise these meetings. Sponsorship helps a little towards the heavy costs associated with these events.
Kart racing represents the only 'tarmac circuit' racing available in Guernsey and the Cadet Classes are a good training ground for future talent. So I feel I am 'doing my bit' towards the continuation of the sport.
Now the 'hard sell'!! I have added a Gallery of new pictures which can be purchased on-line by simply clicking on the BUY NOW button... sales pitch over!
KART SUMMER CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND-2

The Bank Holiday Monday proved to be a bit of a let-down for a couple of Guernsey's sporting events. The Horse Racing was called off early due to the wet conditions and the Hill Climb also went the same way.
With so few opportunities to race 'The Terres' each year it is a real shame when the racing is cancelled.
Having said that, it was pretty wet! However there is opportunity, when properly kitted out with rain protection for the cameras and lens, to get a few more unusual pics... but things finished a bit too soon for me! Oh well, I did manage a few 'wet pics'.
Check-out the new Galleries here.
MAY 2nd GMC&CC HILL CLIMB

Well they kept everything crossed in the hope that the fine weather would last... and it worked! The racers were out on Bank Holiday Monday for the first Hill Climb up Les Val des Terres in 2011. The conditions couldn't have been better and several records were broken.
Pictures of the Guernsey Motor Cycle & Car Club Hill Climb are now online.
GMC&CC HILL CLIMB GALLERY

Round-2 of The Guernsey Powerboat Association Championship took place today over the Havelet Course. Once again the conditions were exceptional. I photographed this Round from the shore as the course bought the racers quite close when they took the turn in Havelet Bay.
I have added a new Gallery of pictures. Please remember that web graphics are very low resolution and do not show the details of a print.
Check the Gallery here:
ROUND-2 GUERNSEY POWERBOAT RACING ON THE HAVELET COURSE

The Guernsey Powerboat Association held Round-1 of their 2011 Championship around the 'North Beach Outer' Course today in sunny conditions that can only be described as 'Summertime'. With flat calm waters the racers were treated to a smooth ride... not something these guys enjoy that often!
The event was well organised with a reasonable turn-out of competitors, but with a promise of others joining during the season and a few drivers looking to put new boats in the water things can only get better.
I must thank Dave Corbet for working so hard to get me into position for the pics and placing me close to the action on his Rib which also acted as the finishing boat.
I really enjoyed the bright weather - always helps to make the pics. Shame there wasn't a bit more swell to lift the boats out of the water a bit more... oh well, you'll never find a photographer who thinks everything is perfect, he, he!!
Check the picture Gallery here:
GUERNSEY POWERBOAT ASSOCIATION CHAMPIONSHIP - ROUND-1

It has been a weekend packed with Motor Sport action - all held in the glorious Guernsey sunshine. Let's hope that the good conditions last for the next few Bank Holiday weekends which see the return of the Hill Climb season... fingers crossed!
Firstly it was the Heritage Group Public Sprint at Vazon. Check the Galleries here.
THE HERITAGE GROUP PUBLIC SPRINT
Next up was the Guernsey Autocross Club Summer Championship at Chouet beach. I captured a couple of nice roll-overs by Becky Martin & Leeroy. These have also been added to Crashes 'The Hall of Fame'!
AUTOCROSS SUMMER CHAMPIONSHIP - ROUND 2
THE CRASHES HALL OF FAME

There was a fantastic turn-out of spectators to support the racers in the second Heritage Group Public Sprint at Vazon Coast Road, Guernsey.
The conditions were perfect for an enjoyable afternoon of racing - all with the aim of raising funds for The Guernsey Society for Cancer Relief.
It was announced on Saturday evening during the Dinner at La Grande Mare Hotel that well over £30,000 has already been raised with more sponsorship still to be returned! This qualifies as another huge success for Stuart Butler and his group of helpers.
The Galleries have now been updated with the days racing action including a few pics from the Dinner.
I am donating 25% of all picture sales to the Society.
Please take a look by following this link.
HERITAGE GROUP CHARITY PUBLIC SPRINT

A sunny Saturday afternoon was the perfect setting for the second Heritage Group Charity Sprint. This time it was in aid of the Guernsey Society for Cancer Relief.
A good selection of cars had the chance to race at speeds far greater than the normal 35mph speed limit on Vazon Coast Road. I was there to capture all the action.
A full Gallery of pictures will be added by Monday eve... when I have had a chance to sort several hundred pics!
Twenty-five percent of all sales will be donated to the Guernsey Society for Cancer Relief.
Please check back later to view your pics.

The Guernsey Kart & Motor Club held Round 1 of their Summer Kart Championship at 'The Track' on Sunday. The conditions were perfect and a significant record was broken when Colin Laine was the first driver to break the 19 second barrier for a lap of the track. Colin was racing his KF1 Tonykart Vortex. Another record was re-written by Kasey Watson in the Rotax Junior Max Class.
A new gallery of pictures has been added.
ROUND-1 SUMMER KARTING CHAMPIONSHIP