It would appear a big-name rider who had indicated he would come to Oxford had a change of mind. We don't know who or why. If Oxford deserve any credit, it's for maintaining a 'dignified' silence over the identity of said rider. 

Francis Gusts is a brave exciting rider and is a good signing particularly if he starts at reserve but in terms of the whole team picture starting a couple of points under limit is a big disadvantage from the get go and requires Janowski to step up to his end of season form on a regular basis. Quite clearly the team building has been subject to mistakes/bad luck. 

Right now the teams are sorted I can finally do my predictions 1. Ipswich - Best side, balance, experience, youth, quality.  2. Sheffield - will be super strong at home again.  3. Belle Vue - Solid side with a mixture of riders that can put points on there averages I reckon 4. Leicester - Was going to put Lynn here but Stewart Dickson always make us strong at home and competetive away, solid side as per usual. 5. Kings Lynn - Could be 4 or even 3rd spot! Good side lots of strength n depth. Just lacks a real number 1 but could be dark horses for the play offs if they sneak in 6. Birmingham- Bang average side but it's better than last years that's all I can say 7. Oxford - not good enough I'm afraid. If Janowski can get going then maybe they can sneak up the table but can't see that being enough. Disappointing team

absolutely  there was obviously a chance bewley might sign however small and however unlikely  there must have been some encouragement from his side perhaps he got a better deal out of it once he committed to bv no doubt it happens every winter with many riders and clubs

Same top four as last year...

I can't believe that Nick Morris is still being linked with Brummies after his conduct and frankly underwhelming form when he did ride for us