Yet another great set of images.

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It has been good to see the latest group of images from Croft, a track I used to frequently shoot motorcycle racing at in the late 70's. I was using a Pentax K1000 with a 50mm f/2 and my then precious Sigma 200mm f/3.5 (I still have that lens).

Just starting out into the world of photography I was as keen as.

There was a chap I met there who was using Nikon gear and producing superb images (10x8 or larger prints which he brought along from previous meets).

He was quiet and kept himself to himself.

We would always be in close proximity when shooting a race, generally near to the hairpin area. After some five or six meetings like this we eventually got to talk about taking pictures.

His kit looked tattered and worn and my pride and joy Pentax was in showcase condition, being new.

I was not having too much success with getting sharp images and he than proceeded to explain about pre-focus and how to pan properly.

My image quality improved no end. Although I didn't know anything about Spencer outside of the Croft circuit, I suppose that he was my first mentor.

I left the UK in early 80 and never saw Spencer again. I can't remember the last time at Croft that we met.

So along comes the internet and a persons achievements are available for all to see.

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Wonderful images Simon.

A circuit I used to shoot at in the late 70's.

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I doubt whether any Pentax service centres have a quick turnaround.

Way back when I broke my 16-50mm over here in Oz, I sent it to the Pentax importer for repair and it was gone for a couple of months. I actually bought a Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 to try whilst awaiting the outcome of the repair. Eventually I was told that the lens could not be repaired and was offered a new one for AU$500, which I did buy.

As for Canon domination, I tend to agree as they outnumber other marques I see at events over here by huge numbers.

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Some on the forum would disagree.

I still shoot film, both 35mm and medium format and get great pleasure from doing so.

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Annual summer visit.

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It's different. I'm still using the 645N II with it and generally always take both out. The dynamic range is very impressive.

Very easy to use and not so easy to master due to the issue of absolute image sharpness. That said, it's cost me a new tripod and head to help keep it stable.

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