Cromie McCandless

Cromie McCandless (17 January 1921 – 18 January 1992)^[1] was a Northern Irish Grand Prix motorcycle road racer.^[2] His best season was in 1951, when he finished in third place in the 125cc world championship behind Carlo Ubbiali and Gianni Leoni. McCandless won two Grand Prix races during his career. He was the brother of Rex McCandless who designed the successful featherbed frame used by the Norton Motorcycle Company.^[3]

Cromie McCandless
Cromie McCandless in 1952
Nationality	British
Motorcycle racing career statistics Grand Prix motorcycle racing Active years 1949 – 1952 First race 1949 500cc Ulster Grand Prix Last race 1952 500cc Ulster Grand Prix First win 1951 Isle of Man TT 125cc Ultra-Lightweight TT Last win 1952 500cc Ulster Grand Prix Starts Wins Podiums Poles F. laps Points 7 2 3 N/A N/A 13