To create this homage to the era of Mick Doohan GP domination, Australian artist Eamon O’Toole created an exact replica of the “big bang” NSR500 from period photos and magazine articles, before deconstructing it and suspending it inside Brisbane’s Ipswich Art Gallery. It’s the centerpiece of an exhibition entitled “Revhead” which whimsically explores the man’s greasier obsessions. :continue:
Created by Australian agency Resin for the country’s motorcycle safety campaign, “Body Paint” is the kind of compelling creativity that can present a strong message without feeling like condescension or lecturing. That it’s multiple World Champion and hard man Mick Doohan delivering the message helps too. :continue:
Jamie Robinson got the chance to put together this video of five-time 500cc World Champion Mick Doohan as he put in an exhibition lap at the Isle of Man. Remember when Mick said, “If I faced the same obstacles on the race track that you do on the road, I’d probably be dead.”? Looks like that applied here. :continue:
“The winner of the 1989 Miss Brazilian Grand Prix beauty contest has just been declared and here comes Randy in Rolex and briefs. How the ladies swooned.”
The following is an excerpt from Mat Oxley’s new book “An Age of Superheroes” which tells the tale of Grand Prix racing’s golden era, 1988-1993, from a rider’s perspective. The book’s available to buy on Amazon right now and this isn’t the only time Mamola’s pictured undressed. — Ed. :continue:
“If I faced the same obstacles on the race track that you do on the road, I’d probably be dead.” — Mick Doohan > :continue:
