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Where have all the rackers gone ??? Back in the years when the sport was run on cinders, after every race there were a posse of rackers pulling all the muck back from the boards. I know a thankless task, that I wouldn't be prepared to do, but we always had better race tracks. I think the bigger issue now is that the bikes rev far higher and any shale is quickly moved to the edge of the track....

There's only one way too read it. He expected to carry on riding for Poole forever, but Matt Ford didn't want him, ........ Now he has to move on.. I hate to think what Poole would have achieved without the Turbo Twins.........

When I started working for a living I was paired with a wonderful Chap to learn my chosen trade. He told it like it was. The first words he said to me was: Son!! ... There are two types of workers in this country, 1, is person who can only see solutions, and 2, is a person who can only see problems.... Now which one are you??.......Depending how you answer, will also dictate your direction in life .... ( pause) ..... If your answer is 2 , you can go and work with him over there... Such an important question, so early in ones life, but it was that important....... There's no need to ask what group of people 'Starman2006' is from...........

This has got to be the worse Poole side they've had for a few years. Usually when fans looked at the picked teams Poole always stood out as the best and was usually the team to beat. This year it is not like that their team is no better than say KL, or Wolves or even RH and that has to be good for the sport. Hopefully the racing will be more competitive and not the same winners all the time... One point I haven't seen mentioned so far, is that what effect will Chris Holders departure have on his brother. Surely it would have been better and more productive to have had Chris on board helping his brother with his first year in the big class.. Surely Matt Ford thought about that, or did he....... Like I say, Poole's lost is our gain, but also every team in the league will benefit from Poole getting rid of Noddy....

Seems a logical thought pattern. I have the greatest of respect for Buster and the work he does. He is one of the few that thinks of Speedway foremost. As Chairman of the BSPA he will be doing whatever is necessary for Leicester to continue to operate and for that we should be grateful. With anybody else I would question the legality of one man running 2 clubs, but as you said above he could be acting as the key that opens the door for others to operate. ( There are some funny rules in the BSPA like you have to be involved a certain time before you are able to hold a position) I am in no doubt, that of all the positions Buster finds himself in, his heart will always be at Kings Lynn....

I have high hopes of Batchelor as well. Reading in the SS says he's competing in the Aussie Championships this winter, bearing in mind most of his main competitors are also riding in the UK, this should be a an ideal indication of how he is progressing.

I hear what you say, but feel you are being a bit unfair. First of all the Monmore Track is unique and offers a entirely different proposition for riders than to other track. Some call it more technical others call it by other names, I'll just say different. The riders you have mentioned have all suffered terrible accidents. This is where its becomes the unknown. Its not the bones that are the problem but the mental scares a big accident can leave. Some riders can overcome this more quickly than others, some riders may never recover. I believe it is wrong we judge these riders expecting them to jump straight back to the rider they once were. 6 yrs ago Kenneth Bjerre was a brilliant No1 rider for the Stars. there wasn't a better from the back rider in the league. But accidents have taken their toll. Still a very good rider, but is suspect of fellow racer if they get close , who can blame him..... So I try not to judge them as before and hope they'll return to their previous level. Many years ago, when Leicester reopened Blackbird Road, the Stars went there for that first match. I think it was around heat 7 or 8 , David Crane and a home rider touched along the home straight, they both crashed heavily. David Crane got up a walked back to the pits, the Lions riders was taken to hospital. David Crane was so traumatised he never recovered from that bad fall, and retired soon after. The Leicester rider made a full recovery and continued his career. We as bystanders will never understand the effect some accidents have on riders...... I always try to give them some leeway, instead of judging them....

To the solumn fans, and the happy fans, to the awkward fans and the knowable fans, to the clever fans and to the not so clever one, to you all, I would like to use this opportunity to wish you all a MERRY CHRISTMAS and a HAPPY NEW YEAR. Lets hope we can make 2017 into year you've been waiting for... and that British Speedway prospers in the years ahead. All the BEST to you all.......

I have never said or pretended to know the reasons why Holder and Poole have parted. All I've said that I believe the reasons why this has happened is not just down to the factored average. Chris Holder was too good a rider to let go on that reason alone..... No doubt one day it will come out in the wash, and we'll all know the reasons why!!!!!

I don't get all this crap about averages being the reason Holder was not signed by Poole. When someone who has served the club so well, been a legion for more years than one can remember, been an inspiration to so many, top scored most seasons, at any other club he would have been the first name on the sheet. even had the average been doubled. Whatever reasons behind the thinking, it had nothing to do with his average. Especially with the heat format going back to when the heat leaders were the most important rider in the team. Its all very good having strong reserves but that not that important any more. Riders like KK and Andersen are OK, but they are also moody riders and have more oft days than most. These two cannot be compared to the quality of Holder. It is for this reason I feel there is more to it than we know. Could it be Finance?, Could it be Personalities?, Could it be Attitude? It could be a number of things . I know at Lynn we would've moved Heaven and Earth to have Niels in our team on even a bigger average than Chris. so it was surmountable. We have benefitted from Poole not wanting Chris and he'll be made most welcome here.. Had this event had happened here at Lynn with Niels the fans would have been in uproar that he was allowed to go. I'm amazed, most of the Poole fans have just accepted it as the right thing to do, because Matt Ford said so. As a Kings Lynn Supporter I like to say a big Thank You to Matt Ford , whatever the reasons were.... A Happy Christmas to you all......

As much as I like to watch Lamberts races, and yes he has improved progressively, he's a long way off the quality of SGP riders like Chris Holder. Yes he has tons of ability and youth is on his side, but how many years do we wait before he masters the art of gating. I find it astonishing this is still his Achilles Heel . Unless he is able to overcome this massive disadvantage, he most probably, will never reach the height that everyone prophesised he would.......

​ Yes, I did speak with Chris personally. He said he was well pleased to be a KL, he's looking forward to the challenge, he has plenty of friends and riders based locally and cant wait to get started. When questioned about Poole, he replied he would always have a connection with the area, not necessary the club...was pleased to have the opportunity of riding in the UK again..... I think that meant a lot to him.... I didn't want to delve any deeper into the reason why, was just pleased he is here and wants to ride for Lynn. Lets live today, and let tomorrow take care of itself....

When it was spoken we had attained Holder for 2017, I was well chuffed, thinking he was more than able to compensate for Neils. I too was thinking this was just a temporary fix for when Niels comes back. But them feeling all changed last night. It was obvious to all present that there were major issues between Holder and Poole, the loaded average was used as a smoke screen, but the real problems went far deeper. He was really pleased to be at KL enabling him to continue ridng in the UK. His friendship with Troy was there for all to see. His banter with the fans and riders was from someone very happy to be where he was. He loves the track, he has a lot of friends locally, and many Aussie riders close by. I got the impression he was very settled in the surrounding and cant wait to do a good job. After the meeting, he mixed with the fans, talking and posing for pictures like he known them for years... He more than felt at home..... Them feeling I had about this being a temporary appointment, seems a million miles away after last night... Just probably, Holders here to stay......... He may go back to Poole one day,, but I wouldn't bet on it......

I don't get all this doubt about Batchelor. He has been about for many years, and has proved more than able heat leader during that time. He suffered terribly last year with his arm injury and his performance dropped. Lets not forget, form is only temporarily whereas skill is more permanent. I saw enough last year to know he has lost done of his gating ability and it was only his injury and strength that was his undoing. But even then he still showed the character of a fighter.... In this weakened league he will more than recapture that SGP form he had a few years back, adding many points to his ridiculously low average. Some say a massive gamble, ..... I'd say Yeah,,, Odds On......

Thoroughly enjoyed the evening last night. As expected a full house showed again the interest the Stars generate. Buster spoke about alll the work going on behind the scenes and assured all that solutions to both BV and Leicester were imminent. Hoping one would be finalised this coming week. Up to the interval was taken up with news and information of club and personnel changes, and what is hoped for the future. A short break to replenish your glass, then it was down to the real business of team selections. All announcements went as we had all imagined. Huckenbeck and Lambert sent messages apologising for their absence, but well pleased to be in the team again.. Porsing and Rose were the first to be introduced, both expressing the desire to improve on last year, before the arrival of Batchelor. He breezed in like a breath of fresh air. So vibrant and alert. you could see the happiness all over his face. It was obvious he was pleased to be part of the team. he explained his poor form last year and wants to put it to bed. He said he was doing a full season in Aussie land and expects to be at full fitness for when our season starts in March. He expects to do much better this year.... Finally the arrival of our new No1. I don't know if he expected such a generous applause but he received a huge welcome. Taking centre stage ( even Buster gave up his chair) He thanked KL for the opportunity to continue racing in the UK and assured us he welcomes the new challenge that lays ahead. It wasn't long before Troy got involved bantering all the questions Chris was being asked. It was obvious there is a big friendship there and this spirit can only benefit the whole team. From the oft, it was like a new beginning all smile and jokes, something we have rarely seen. When Chris was asked about the reasons he left Poole , he said obviously the loaded average was an issue but it was not the whole story. Not wanting to air his dirty washing, he said he wants to move on now and give his all for KL and cant wait to ride against his old club where he has points to prove........... Interesting....... Welcome to Kings Lynn Chris... I'm sure you'll be just fine.... Really enjoyed a good night....

You dig a bigger hole with every post you make. The news as far as Poole were concerned is that Ford didn't want him. Once he made that decision it was always inevitable Holder would go elsewhere. This article was nothing to do with the news, they could have announced this 2 weeks back, The timing of the article was made just to out do Kings Lynn. You have try to make a justification for the reporters behaviour,, but what is your excuse?????? In all due respect what Porsing did was because he didn't think, and the 2 riders concerned were Lynn riders. Chris Holder is the jewel in the crown captured from the self acclaimed greats..... His announcement would have been a major scoop for all and sundry. But don't worry about it..... All that is left now is a bad taste.........

The world I live in is a wonderful place, We have 'Respect' for people and positions, we use 'Manners' when we communicate, we say 'Please and Thank you' as a matter of politeness. We do these things as a matter of respecting our fellow citizens Never in a million years would I consider it correct to steal anything from anybody least of all their thunder. The promotions at Kings Lynn had arranged to make a presentation to the fans tonight, probably arranging for certain riders to travel many miles to make a surprise appearance. To steal the limelight of such hard work is unprofessional and indeed ill mannered. For those of you who thinks that OK then that don't paint a pretty picture of you either..... I'm pleased I don't live in your world,,,,,,

It is my belief that Porsing, Rose and Huckenbeck will all improve, each are capable of upping the average. It wouldn't surprise me if all three will be competing with each other for the second string berths, so in turn, each could sample the delights of the reserve spot. . Likewise, Bailey will have a tremendous opportunity to mix it with better riders and hopefully help him along to the next level. (One is presuming the actual team selection is as everyone seems to think)

Batchelor will be ok, no worries..... Nobody doubts his ability, and he has always spoke well of our track as the one he likes to ride. Last year was always going to be difficult following a bad break in the upper arm, and as expected he struggled early on. It would be wrong if he was judged on those first few months, he is so much better than that. There are posters saying he has the wrong attitude, but the knack is to keep him happy and involved. I see him being a big hit this year getting back to the SGP rider he once was. This will no doubt P--s many posters off, for he is a far better rider than some give him credit for.....

I had thought along those lines, but surely had this journalist had this story, he would have posted it long along and caused a much bigger surprise. The story would have been the main point, not timing of leaking information on a club 200 plus miles away.... Same can be said of the wee story leaking that Lynn were the only team to make inquiries of Chris Holder. No this was premeditated, with only one intention to spoil Lynn's announcement.. What small minded people we are talking about....

Having slept on this I find it difficult to understand the logic of releasing this story 48 hrs early. Surely the paper story would have had just as much input had it been released on Saturday. But the main aim here is to undermine the Kings Lynn announcement to their fans at their forum on Friday night. I wonder where the paper got the story from, and who was aware of the Lynn announcement, and who would have thought about the impact by releasing the story a day early, and all roads lead back to Sir Matt Ford. What a pathetic little man he really is. Stealing another promoter's thunder is criminal, but it shows what sort of small minded person he really is. Its not as if he would benefit anything from it I've always thought that Matt Ford is a selfish individual who care for nothing but himself. At a time when we should all be pulling together, he would tread on whoever just to have his own way. What he has shown everyone with this manoeuvre is how untrusting person he actually is. I don't wish to stoop as low as his level, but I hope one day he get's his come-uppence. He really deserves it.....

You can't blame other people from spilling the beans about our team of riders. The fact that our fans meeting is late this years, it was always possible that news would be inevitably leaked beforehand..... especially with social media as it is.... But that's not a problem to me, I'm just pleased the team I pencilled in a few weeks back looks like coming to fruition.

I don't think the location of the NSS has anything to do with. Wembley was the centre venue of the whole of the Speedway World when the World Finals were held there. The fact that most final were packed illustrated the location was irrelevant . If more finals are held in the new Stadium, they too will be as well attended as Cardiff. (Capacity permitted) But, saying that, the Weekend of the SGP is an enjoyable occasion, just a pity the temporary track lets it down on the racing front....

Bearing in mind he his riding in the 4 rounds of the Australian Championship after Christmas, I'd say that would be expecting too much. But then again with all the technology available this day and age, probably a Skype message would not be out of the question. Its nice than Nicklas Porsing is making the trip as will a few others, but the fans will be more interested with the signatures on the contract than actually who is turning up on the night.... Most of the supporters would have guessed Robert Lambert and Lewis Rose would be in the team, so I don't imagine Porsing's unwitting announcement has changed anything..... I read it with a huge smile on my face.......

I think it would be wrong to expect Doyle to come back , the alll conquering rider he was before his injury. Swindon will need to cut him some slack to work his way back in. We at Lynn have had enough experiences with riders coming back for injury to know it takes time, and then sometimes thats not enough. My hope is that Doyle fully recovers from that nasty accident, to the breath of fresh air he had become..... giving those riders at the top of the SGP the fright of their lives....