Maybe Gilkes deal with Sheffield fell through as hes decided he doesn't want to be main reserve and would rather sit out the prem or act as an RS option Rumours of signing for Oxford might be for the championship with a view of cover for Killeen  That would make more sense and use the 13 odd points for the 2 remaining riders But....

Riss is at Oxford.

not for me, not any more if he hits 8.5 he'll have had a remarkable season

Most sensible post of the month goes to you. 

No he isnt, with his ability he should be a 8.5 point rider and was at the start of last season but had a bad season so it dropped. Riding with Lawson I expect him to get back to at least that level, he is a top rider in the championship, just needs to show it.

its all about poole dont forget