Hello Gents,
This morning I wanted to present my season greatings to Jean-Paul ALTAYRAC, but unfortunately it was his wife who answered me, to let me know that he died on Wednesday, December 30. What a bad surprise...Passionate about Matchless and an excellent engineer, he produced special single engines from A to Z to equip his machines, on which he participated in many classic scramble competitions. For years he managed the Club's French section. He was also an excellent rugbyman. R.I.P.
Kind regards.
Jean-Paul ALTAYRAC - Sad news.
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Sorry to hear this. Jean-Paul used to be a regular at Jampot rallies with his campervan and latest loud and fast bike. Will miss him.
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Sad news indeed. I recall years ago, a group of French members would arrive at Jampot rallies in a large custom painted coach. Which I am sure Jean- Paul was part of. My last memories I recall chatting with him was at an event held in Plumstead.
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Very sad to hear that, he was a great guy. Yes he always brought something exotic plus a huge amount of wine which he was happy to share! I'll never forget the rally he organised at Oxonne near Dijon. RIP Jean-Paul.
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My first International Jampot Rally Dijon. Rode overnight in the combo with Luky and kids one and two number 3 was on the way I think. 24 hours ride from home, and 2 hours before we left I was installing sidecar fork springs courtesy of Russel motors as the sidecar was a Busmar double adult. I got about 50 miles from the rally and had to have an hours sleep in a field.
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Beaucoup de tristesse d'apprendre cette nouvelle, il m'a donné énormément de conseils pour ma machine, je suis sidéré qu'il soit parti aussi vite et je pense qu'il va être regretté par beaucoup de personnes. Ciao Jean Paul !
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This is shocking sad news to me. During 2019 and into 2020 I had extensive discussions with Jean-Paul on a large project of common interest which included producing alloy castings, which was his former profession and passion. We also discussed his G50 Seeley at length and he sent pictures of his G12 trike. I had hoped for continued discussions with him this year. Although I never met Jean-Paul in person, he was always friendly and eager to participate in discussions on various topics, prooving experience and competence. Jean-Paul will be sorely missed.
Dear Jean-Paul, there are no goodbyes. Where ever you'll be, you will remain in my heart.
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Dear Jean-Paul, there are no goodbyes. Where ever you'll be, you will remain in my heart.
- Knut
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SAD New,s indeed
How we hope we will LIVE for EVER .
The Rally O SO HOT at DIJION NEVER TO BE FORGOTTEN .
The talk at The PLUNPSTEAD REUNION also in my memory .
Condolences to the family.
If only we could have been there to say " SAFE JOURNEY ".
STAY SAFE ONE AND ALL
How we hope we will LIVE for EVER .
The Rally O SO HOT at DIJION NEVER TO BE FORGOTTEN .
The talk at The PLUNPSTEAD REUNION also in my memory .
Condolences to the family.
If only we could have been there to say " SAFE JOURNEY ".
STAY SAFE ONE AND ALL
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