RAYLEIGH bike rider Andy Sewell is ready to race again and cannot wait for the new season to begin next March.

The former FitzWimarc pupil, 23, has progressed into the National SuperStock series having previously raced 125cc bikes and is already relishing returning to the circuit.

"I haven't raced since May and I can't wait to get back out there," said Sewell, who hopes to head to Spain for testing before the start of the season.

"The main reason for the change is that my dad died during the summer and I wanted a fresh challenge instead of trying to pick up where we finished working together this year.

"I also think it's a more level playing field at this level and I will be able to prove my talent more."