Star Lady

Have to admit to a satisfied smirk on my face too

Well done Bomber, you did Britain and Cornwell proud. It's been a year or two since I felt able to cheer a Brit on in the GPs, I couldn't be more delighted it's Bomber.

I'd like to make it clear that I have not called anyone names. I don't have the energy to waste giving nicknames to riders I don't like. Please note I said don't like not dislike. There is a difference. As for switching off, you did sort of pre-empt this . Had Mr Nicholls stuck to his word I wouldn't have to watch him in the GPs would I so there would be no need for me to switch off I'll have to agree to disagree with you too. Sorry Schumi, but I don't like my name being used unless it's called for.

If it were just one thing maybe my judgement wouldn't be clouded. AFAIK N P, Crump and Boyce have never punched a fan. As for the term beggar, it's not swearing, it has no sexual undertones, it's not particularly abusive IMHO. I'm sure Nichols has been called much worse. I can't speak for Sub, I don't have to he does it himself, but if someone says they will not carry on in the GPs if they don't qualify I assume they mean it. If they then do carry on when "gifted" a place, I reserve the right to lose any respect I might have for them. Please note I did not use any names so as not to hurt anyones feelings. Let's just agree to disagree should we

I have no idea what went on last night and what's more I'm not sure what it's got to do with this debate. If you are referring to Subbys comments about Nichols not qualifying for GPs which is what this thread is about. Which facts has he actually got wrong? Jaybea all I can say is to relate something my mother taught me from a very young age. " Sticks and stones may break my bones but names will never hurt me". Which is the bigger sin, calling names or thumping people? Some of us have very long memories.

Maybe some of us share his opinions but find that the Mongol expresses himself so well he needs no back up

You were there!!!!!!!

That long

I wonder how long it'll be before Subby arrives on this thread

343 metres (375 Yards) 23. 21.06.1975 Ian Turner 69.8 King's Lynn 1 24. 21.06.1975 Michael Lee 69.0 King's Lynn 2 25. 21.06.1975 Trevor Hedge 68.8 King's Lynn 12 26. 28.06.1975 Terry Betts 67.8 King's Lynn 1 27. 28.06.1975 Ole Olsen 67.2 Wolverhampton 2 28. 28.06.1975 John Louis 67.2 Ipswich 4 29. 13.07.1975 Malcolm Simmons 67.2 Poole 1 30. 19.07.1975 Ivan Mauger 66.2 Exeter 1 31. 27.09.1975 John Louis 66.2 Ipswich 1 Hope that helps Kev. Figure at end is the heat record was set. Prior to that record was held by John Louis over a 366 metre track, set on 28.9.1974 at 68 secs.

All those that say Chris Harris is not as good as Nicholls, just stop and ponder for a second. There is one heck of a jump in the stand of equipment needed in the GPs compared with the EL. Would Harris perform better if he had the same amount of sponsorship as Nicholls? Surely if Nicholls were not in the GP and Harris were, a certain amount of sponsorship would go Bombers way. I agree with Subby, Nicholls has had 3 goes and failed time to give someone else a go, and Harris gets my vote.

Was I the only one that shuddered when the studio team started talking about double points being awarded in the superbike comp and that it would have meant Crump having to perform in the final 2 GPs? I can picture it now. Posseltwit says to Olsen, "Crump has it too easy, let's introduce dingly dangly do dah whatsits in the final round. That should keep the viewing figures up so I can extract more dosh from sponsors and fans"

At least I went out with a bang and not a whimper Many thanks Steve for all your hard work to organise it all and as MacArthur said in the 1940s and some nondescript bit player said in a film ..... I'll be back

Well I watched this one altho my mind was not exactly on it so forgive any bloopers. First massive congrats to Crumpy - fully deserved, the perfect role model for any young rider to aspire to. As has been said before he not only wins the GP series but he fulfils all his league engagements, never hold back coming up to a GP and always gives value for money. Oh for a few more like him. Was I the only one that thought certain riders were playing to the cameras?Nicki seemed perfectly happy following his exclusion when they showed him in his pit, laughing etc , sees cameras and then stomps to the conveniently glass walled booth to ring his "friend" the Polish ref. Bjarne likewise seemed happy enough, then went to give salutory greetings to everyones fav referee I must admit tho it did cross my mind that he did it more to allow more time for the fallen rider to get his bike together for the rerun. Loved the after race discussion between Nicki and Hans. Now a few non Danish riders could do well to watch this over a few times. A hard racing incident which could have been very nasty, followed by hand shakes and arms round shoulders, no sign of any agressive reaction. Great sportsmanship IMHO. Millard - crap no other word for him- get rid of him. Thought some of the camera work was a bit dodgy couldn't keep up with the racing. Great to see Ales Dryml so fit and well considering all that's happened. As for Sullivans tyre - so what? It was made of rubber wasn't it? I really cannot get excited over minor technical changes to engines, tyres etc. Seems to me when the racing is boring, and sometimes when it's not, Sky try to make it interesting by discussing set ups etc. Am I the only fan that doesn't giving a flying fart what the timing is, how long the frame is and if they go up or down a tooth? I want to see good racing not discuss the finer points of tyre pressures etc Put em all on standard machinery I say, let's see what Ermolenko and co find to talk about then Finally it was great to see some of the younger riders in the final.

Not guilty I didn't go this year and have no intentions of going next year. As you say they give less and less for more and more. I'd far rather use the not inconsiderable amount of money necessary to "do" Cardiff, supporting the clubs around the UK that allow BSI to take the p!$$ cos without them BSI would end up with no riders at all. To all of you that are going, enjoy. I'll spare you a thought at the extra 10 or so meetings I attend instead next year

Precisely when did Tatum and Ermolenko qualify as referees?

There is no excuse for such behaviour but apart from one or two posts at the very begining of the thread I can see no condemnation of the actions of the stadium owners in this. I know they didn't throw the glass bottles themselves but they supplied the ammunition and fuelled the idiots. Q who owns Reading stadium? and do they own any other stadia around the country? If the answer is yes would it benefit them to be able to report drunken fans at speedway meetings. Or am I adding 2 and 2 and getting 5?

I'd like to know what Loram was thinking as Bjarne walked away. The expression on his face as looked at Nicholls was priceless and I don't think it was admiration for the way the captains role was being enacted

And the experience may well stand them in good stead (no pun intended) in future years. Whereas the GB pits were completely barren of young Brits. Mmmmm now is that because the GB high ups don't invite them or cos the young Brits can't be bothered? Or both! Just typifies the difference in attitudes IMO. EDIT Pretty sure we spotted Trevor Harding as well

Did anyone else see that Nicki had his foot caught up either under Jonssons foot or his footrest during the home straight incident. Only clear from one camera angle but it explains all the bashing and banging. One thing that seems very odd to me. Why was Simon Stead not with Team GB in the pits? He helped get them there and he should have been there for the final. Rory Schlien was quite rightly with the Aussie team. Seems to reflect the lack of team spirit/national pride call it what you will. And the best laugh of the night, Nicki hollering the Danish anthem for all he was worth....absolutely priceless

Coming from you Chris and the unbelievable rubbish you post at times I'll take that as a compliment

Brilliant Rabbit

The track was diabolical. I don't really see how the weather can be used as an excuse. It was even hotter yesterday but Huggy prepared the Lynn track to a very high standard. No blue line, no dust and plenty of grip for passing. Maybe they should sack Mr Olsen and employ Huggy as race director

Agree 100%. Had Nicholls been the captain of the England football team there would have been a national outcry over his lack of sportsmanship. With the kudos of the captaincy comes the responsibility and than includes being a role model for kids in the art of sportmanship. Nicholls failed dismally. Can you imagine Loram behaving in such a manner....no neither can I.

Millard is a clown. I expended more energy shouting at his mistakes than in supporting the riders. Get rid of him and perm any 2 from Pearson, Johnno, Tatum and Louis. At least they know the rules, know the riders and can tel a red helmet colour from a white one