The changes to TT 2009 seem to be broadly finding favour among riders.
Whilst the programme is very similar to this year's race schedule there have been some refinements and additions.
The TT two-stroke racing at Billown has been revamped with the 125cc Ultra Lightweight and the 250cc Lightweight races being run over two legs of eight laps.
The winners will be the riders with the best aggregate over the total of 16 laps.
Regular competitor Ian Lougher says that could pose challenges (audio file attached):
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