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Going to stick my neck on the line as I have such a good record of Birmingham based predictions. Morris, Bates, Ellis, Morley in that order.

Very much an entertaining match through some good (at times astounding) racing and some sheer comedy. Ben Morley continues his sublime form and led by example being headed once all night by the very fast Liam Carr. James had a good night but always struggles in ht11? as once the outside has been watered during the interval there isn't the grip to pull off his sweeping passes and Aaron was solid as ever and has really shored up the previously leaky heat 8. Danny is back into do or die mode and is throwing away silly points but was very quick when upright. Jamie had a shocker and will do well to put last night behind him. Adam showed his frustrations at being left out of a ride and when being passed by a hard but fair move did nothing to enhance his poor relationship with the crowd or referee. Finally Ben Basford who has his best night for the Kings by a mile and by getting a run in the side has shown more improvement than all of the reserves put together. For the visitors Carr was excellent. Wooley looks like a speedway rider these days despite his odd style. Atkin looked a shadow of his former self and I thought Holt deserved a little more than his score for pure effort and always being in the mix. Ultimately Buxton deserved their point and the Kings deserved to hang on for the win.....just

For all the previous jokes about Dry House they also ran Sunday afternoon with very little dust and a slickly run meeting. So despite being difficult it is possible to run on sunny afternoons without issue. That said there is no better surface than a cloudy evening.

Birmingham are champions. Their biggest challenge would be how to not finish top. I would say that it would be a huge achievement if Rye House finished 4th behind the power 3.

Imperious Raiders and both Ben & Kyle were first class. Reserves were also good for their returns and if Chessell can calm down and stop chasing the wide (too wide) line they are in very good shape. Not much resistance from and under performing (all season) Mildenhall. In contrast the Raiders should be higher up the table IMO and with the matches in hand and team gelling well look to be serious top 4 contenders. Special mention to the infamous Rye House track. Despite a very hot day there was little dust. Pre planned track work at set times kept the surface as good as ive ever seen it. Think there was one race where it was a little wet and greasy but the rest produced a good surface and think I will definitely be back for NL @ Rye.

Crazy Prediction. 2 leagues only next year. PL: Glasgow, Edinburgh, Rye House, Sheffield, Plymouth, Ipswich, Newcastle, P'Boro, Somerset, Leicester, Poole, K.Lynn, Belle Vue, Swindon, Wolves, Coventry? = 16 (15 without Cov) NL: Berwick, Redcar, Scunny, Workington, Lakeside, Birmingham, Cradley, Eastbourne, Rye House, Kent, Mildenhall, Stoke, Buxton, K.Lynn? , Coventry? = 15 (13 Without K.Lynn & Cov)

Make or break weekend for the Storm. However I feel the weaknesses at reserve due to experience & fitness will cost them dearly. I think Stoke could do the double here especially running 2nd in the double header.

That's as good a line up for a NL individual event that I have seen (based on quality & ability round Perry Barr). Not just for potential winners but throughout the field. Theres a decent chance both Greenwood's will be outside the top 8 how crazy does that sound!

Hi Kips. You seem to have a fair idea of what you are looking for so are not a total novice which always helps. In terms of the items you seek they will pop up on here or ebay so just a waiting game. As for the items as you haven't raced before I wouldn't rush to get a clutch cooler just yet unless you see one at the right price. Briggo dirt deflectors are universal so fit any frame. Sprockets if you can I would buy new as you then know they are straight and true (unless from a trusted 2nd hand source). The rest pops up on ebay pretty regular at sensible prices. As for tyres get yourself down to your local track. There will be mountains of used tyres in better and worse condition but you can pick through them and best of all they will be FREE! Oh and as for psi depending on rider size 7-9 in the back tyre should give you a good starting point.

Is Niall running at reserve or at 2? Not sure how Speight will handle the tighter circuits like Arlington but Holt should do ok so I expect a tough afternoon for Mr Strudwick. If he can gate and hold them up he could get something. I always think its not about how many points but how they were earned for the lower order riders.

Danyon Hume goes like a rocket round Kings Lynn. Sam Woods has always looked a little down on power for the bigger circuits and no idea about Alfie Bo but he certainly doesn't seem afraid to screw the throttle on! As long as Kyle Hughes has a good night (which I suspect he will) the Raiders will run this close.

Cant call this one. Providing all teams are at full strength I think Brum could pinch it with their ht 13 / 15 power. A lot depends on who they get in at reserve? One off / bad night for a big hitter on either side though will swing it.

More work for Papa Baseby though. Agreed looked quick and should do a solid job for Coventry.

Definitely a night or big thanks. First up thanks to Danny Halsey for putting in a good showing and pushing our magnificent Ben hard and thanks too for Connor Mountain for keeping it interesting (despite the nasty turning left of Shanes when Mountain had the B&W) and biggest thanks go to Mildenhall for bringing the worst reserves of the season to Central Park and giving ours a massive confidence boost. As for home thanks that extends to all. Morley lead from the front and was superb, Danny great but always a danger in ht15. Baseby getting back to his best and the pure effort of Shanes was spellbinding. Running the lap flat out for a point when the match was almost sown up anyway shows huge commitment. Basford had a couple of silly falls but looked more on the pace and Sheppard looked far more relaxed and his points tally showed that. And finally thank any higher power you wish for a WIN a bloomin WIN. Oh and the tractor who got the biggest cheer of the night

I think this will be quite comfortable for Kent. Baseby running at 2 sorts out the issues in heat 8 although tonight I think that Kents reserves look stronger (yes I did really just say that). Basford has been making steady progress and with a rusty Nick Laurence and not ready to step up Leek as opposition I think the meeting will be sown up on that basis. Add in that Halsey never really sets Central Park alight, Kingston & Coles both seem to be in mini crisis' with equipment, confidence etc its only Bacon we need to watch out for. If Morley & Shanes can be their usual brilliant selves and Ayres can put his steady head on and bring home sensible points it should be a comfortable evening................

Cant really look far past ht 1 for a potential record so either Morley or BWD. Depends if one can get out the gate and go. Other than these two I might have tipped Woody but obviously not available.

The return of the flying Adam Sheppard could herald a change of fortunes for the Kings. Sublime in the MDL & vital impressive practice at Arlington how can we go wrong

Im not sure its down to the SCB etc to curb costs it down to the clubs. Set sensible pay brackets within the club and stick to them for example £40 per point for heat leaders, £30 second string & £20 at reserve. If you move in the riding order your money changes too? It might be that many riders say no way to those terms but see how many will be prepared to sign when they still have no team place as the season gets closer. It would weed out the money men & get those who truly desire to ride. So a rider cant have new bikes every year or has to take a job to make it add up. What you will be left with is those with a desire to be involved. Obviously these are figures pulled from the air but the basic principle is there.

Was hoping nobody would mention Knuckey as after his latest showing would be a great booking. I suspect the tie is beyond doubt anyway so would be nice to see Eastbourne track their no.8 instead of R/R especially when the result has been secured. As for Kent a lot will be down to which reserves they choose to use, will Baseby travel? & can Shanes do anything on a track that I strongly suspect doesn't suit his all out style. If the Kings can put in a decent showing like at Brum I will be happy(ish)

For me I think Kent are doing the right thing on this occasion despite the inconvenience for some (me included.) However Lakeside is under threat. The £5 entry is aimed at getting as many through the gate as possible and showing everyone what levels of support and how much they deserve to have all the help they can get in finding a new home. From a personal perspective I would rather see a month of home meetings cancelled than lose another track / club forever!

No just a glutton for punishment

"Not only has he got the only Female speedway rider girlfriend" Well hats off as he has got one over most of the posters on here by having a girlfriend full stop!

Ive always thought it was a rider based error rather than engines. It seems to be a constant statement " I need more speed" or words to that effect. Everyone else uses these tuners without issue so its more than likely bike setups rather than engines. That said Bomber has been around more than long enough now to know what he should be doing!

Don't know for certain but definitely a bigger percentage than decisions that have gone Ben Morley's way this year!

BIt harsh by some? On certain tracks a 250 in good hands could keep with a 500 as it could be held on all the way? What was the time comparison between Tom and the main meeting heats? That said all Niall does is stand around at Eastbourne and take a few laps after the meeting so no wonder he isn't competitive although in fairness any MDL's I have seen him do have been disastrous!