Pedder & Steadman F1 Sidecar Racing Team
Pedder & Steadman F1 Sidecar Racing Team
About Sidecar Racing Sidecar racing is one of the most visually amazing and spectacular motor racing sports to watch. The Driver and Passenger are seen working together to ride the machine to it’s highest potential around the race track at breath-taking speeds. It is the only motor sport where team work is essential for remaining on the track. With speeds reaching up to 180 mph and the sidecar being just 2 inches from the floor, it is hard to find a more exhilarating and exiting sport.
Bryan Pedder: 07860 649989 Rod Steadman: 07811 100903 Email :
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Pedder & Steadman F1 Sidecar Racing Team Te chnic al F ro nt
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The modern racing sidecar chassis is very different from the sidecars of the past. The sidecar is an integral part of the machine, the wheels are wide with a flat profile and the whole machine is very low, just 2 inches from the ground. The front end design and steering on a sidecar is very similar to a Formula 1 chassis. The front wheel is connected to the chassis with steel wishbones. The front wheel is moved using a link system connecting the handlebar to the steering upright (hub). This form of steering is called centre-hub-steering, meaning that the steering is done by turning the wheel upright (hub) directly without any type of gearing, and thereby actually turning the whole front wheel by holding it by the centre shaft. Adjustments made via the wish bones allow different settings to be applied to the front wheel to maximise grip from the tyre to the tarmac. Using this design the front wheel travels 35 mm.
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The Rear end wheel is attached to the chassis with steel link rods / wishbones. This system is called multi-link-suspension. Every angle in this construction is adjustable, allowing total flexibility where adhesion between the tyre and the track is concerned. The suspension used is very similar to that used in the front wheel. The rear wheel is the only driven wheel and it’s is done so by chain directly from the engine as on a Superbike. Gearing is altered by changing the rear sprocket size.
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The side wheel does not use any suspension, it is solid mounted to the chassis. Adjustment can be made via three points and for obtaining the best adhesion and best grip, also you can angle the wheel slightly so Bryan Pedder: 07860 649989 Rod Steadman: 07811 100903 Email :
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Pedder & Steadman F1 Sidecar Racing Team T he
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Rider: Bryan Pedder Date of Birth: 03/04/1961 Resides: Boundary, Staffordshire Marital Status: Married to Deb Children: Lindsay, Ricky, Brydi and Grandson Taylor-James With a race history spanning 14 years, Bryan has won over 400 awards. Bryan’s original interest in racing started with Motocross and Stock Cars but in 1993 his passion for Sidecars kicked in. Bryan has also competed in The Isle of Man TT races on an F2 Sidecar. In 1997 he was awarded with 3rd Best Newcomer and for three consecutive years thereafter, he was awarded Bronze Replica and in 1998 and 1999 he was awarded the Jock Taylor Trophy. Passenger: Rod Steadman Date of Birth: 01/01/1979 Resides: Blythe Bridge, Staffordshire Marital Status: Lives with Girlfriend Jamie Rods involvement in racing hasn’t always been as passenger. In 1997, Rod joined Bryan as Mechanic and soon became an important part of the Team. In 2003, the opportunity arose for Rod to try out as Passenger. This proved to be a huge success and Pedder and Steadman were born.
Bryan Pedder: 07860 649989 Rod Steadman: 07811 100903 Email :
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Pedder & Steadman F1 Sidecar Racing Team C aree r Bryan
H i sto ry
Pedd e r
1993 Bryan began sidecar racing with 1st passenger Mark Adams
1996 Raced new Shelbourne F2 Sidecar with a Honda 600cc engine. Darley Moor Club Champion
1997 Darley Moor Club Champion First Outing at the Isle of Man TT, Achieving 3rd Best Newcomer and awarded with Jock Taylor Trophy.
1998 Bronze Replica in The Isle of Man TT Races, Awarded the Jock Taylor Trophy
1999 Bronze Replica in The Isle of Man TT Races, Awarded the Jock Taylor Trophy Purchased F1 Sidecar, following an amazing Season on the Fireblade powered Shelbourne outfit
2000 Bronze Replica in The Isle of Man TT Races
2003 First time competing in World Series events. Breaking of the Lap Record at Darley Moor-Previously unbroken for 10 years
2004 Partook in The Eastern Airlines British Championship and finished 6th overall Finished 4th in the World Championships
Rod
Ste ad man
1997 Joined team as mechanic
2003 Rod became Passenger and competed in numerous events to gain his national license Breaking of the Lap Record at Darley Moor-Previously unbroken for 10 years
2004 Partook in the Eastern Airlines British Championship and finished 6th Overall Finished 4th in the World Championships
Bryan Pedder: 07860 649989 Rod Steadman: 07811 100903 Email :
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Pedder & Steadman F1 Sidecar Racing Team C aree r Bryan
H i sto ry
Pedd e r
2007 Partook in the Centenary Isle of Man TT Races and finished in a very respectable 23rd and 24th Place. This was done on a 600cc Yamaha, sponsored to us by Billy and Mel Coxon. Completed the British Formula 1 Sidecar Championship achieving a Podium finish at every meeting. Finished 4th overall, narrowly missing 3rd by a few points due to the Knockhill meeting clashing with the TT.
Rod
Ste ad man
2007 Partook in the Centenary Isle of Man TT Races and finished in a very respectable 23rd and 24th Place. This was done on a 600cc Yamaha, sponsored to us by Billy and Mel Coxon. Completed the British Formula 1 Sidecar Championship achieving a Podium finish at every meeting. Finished 4th overall, narrowly missing 3rd by a few points due to the Knockhill meeting clashing with the TT.
Bryan Pedder: 07860 649989 Rod Steadman: 07811 100903 Email :
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Pedder & Steadman F1 Sidecar Racing Team 2008
Se aso n
For the 2008 Season we are concentrating on the F1 British Championship. Our goal is to contend for the Number 1 spot on the Podium and we believe we have the skill, dedication and commitment to do this. The dates for the 2008 Season of the British Championship are as follows. (provisional at time of printing)
22/23 March - Donington 12/13 April - Snetterton 10/11 May - Brands GP 28/29 June - Cadwell Park 12/13 July - Knockhill 15/16 August - Oulton Park 13/14 Sept - Snetterton
In addition to this we hope to be given the opportunity of a ‘Wildcard’ at some of the World Championship Rounds. This will help to meet our long term ambition of competing at World Level and ultimately becoming World Champions.
We are also entering the 2008 Isle of Mann TT Races on a F2 outfit sponsored to us by Bill Currie. Practice week runs from May 24 to May 30 and Sidecar Race A takes place on May 31 and Sidecar Race B takes place on 4 June.
Bryan Pedder: 07860 649989 Rod Steadman: 07811 100903 Email :
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Pedder & Steadman F1 Sidecar Racing Team
Sp onso rship
Pedder and Steadman currently run a highly competitive LCR Suzuki powered F1 Sidecar Racing Team. We have earned a reputation as one of the most enthusiastic and motivated sidecar racing teams. Our vision for the future is to win on track and be the best there is. The Sponsorship Opportunities available are vast and dependant on the level of Sponsorship the following are available: T axi - Rid es Subject to Confirmation taxi rides will be available for sponsors plus guests to experience the adrenaline for themselves. Web si te Our Website is currently under construction but a company profile can be featured on here once online. Med ia E xpo sur e Press Coverage and Television Exposure come hand in hand with sponsorship. Your company logo will be seen by Millions P R We offer the use of our sidecar at PR events, trade shows etc.
We hope you can see what a fantastic opportunity sponsoring our team will bring for your company. We look forward to communicating with you soon.
Bryan Pedder: 07860 649989 Rod Steadman: 07811 100903 Email :
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Pedder & Steadman F1 Sidecar Racing Team
Co nt act
Bryan Pedder Daisy Bungalow Daisy Bank Boundary Stoke on Trent Staffordshire ST10 2NU Tel: 07860 649989
Rod Steadman 15 The Avenue Blythe Bridge Stoke on Trent Staffordshire ST11 9PY Tel: 07811 100903 Email:
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With thanks to Steve English and Superside for Information and Photographs.
Pedder & Steadman F1 Sidecar Racing Team 2005 Season
Pedder & Steadman F1 Sidecar Racing Team Isle of Man TT 2007
Photos courtesy Wallys Race Photos— www.wallysracephotos.com
Pedder & Steadman F1 Sidecar Racing Team F1 British Championship 2007-Snetterton
Pedder & Steadman F1 Sidecar Racing Team F1 British Championship 2007-Cadwell Park
Pedder & Steadman F1 Sidecar Racing Team F1 British Championship 2007-Brands Hatch
Pedder & Steadman F1 Sidecar Racing Team F1 British Championship 2007-Mallory Park