Shaleshifter

This coming Sunday afternoon the Pirates take on the Brummies at Wimborne Road. A return of former Pirate Chris Harris and also a return for James Shane's riding against their former club. Chris Harris although deemed to be in the twilight of his racing career is a track expert and along with Eric Riss will pose a threat. At reserve they have Paco Castagna who I believe is the son of former rider Armando. They also have Valentin Grobauer who has started to find his feet in British Speedway. Poole will need to be on their guard on Sunday afternoon but I feel quietly confident Poole can pick up three points. On another note I hope Danny Ford gets the track sorted out after the debacle of the dust kicked up during last two home meetings. The track needs to be back to how it was at the start of the current season. Thoughts?

Disappointed with the way we faded at the end. Our gating disappeared just when we needed it however you have to give credit to the Bears and in particular a superb performance from Charles Wright ,Michael Palm Toff and Jake Allen not forgetting Anders Rowe. A poor night for Rory Schlein and has been already mentioned a under par showing from Ben Cook didn't help the Pirates cause. No excuses though, Redcar came good they were fired up and delivered when they needed to in heats 13 to 15. Well done to Redcar Bears. I do feel that they will give us a good meeting in the return match at Wimborne Road next month but I think Poole will get revenge.

I am making the long trek upto Teesside tomorrow from my base near Southampton. Having been several times to the Media Prime arena it's a great racetrack and let's hope for a close meeting with no injuries and of course I'm hoping for a Pirates wi

Hi Norfolk Bear, I am making the long trek upto Teesside tomorrow from my base near Southampton. Having been several times to the Media Prime arena it's a great racetrack and let's hope for a close meeting with no injuries and of course I'm hoping for a Pirates win.

The Poole Website has the fixture preview in the latest news so therefore we must presume it's all systems go.

All being well its business as usual next Wednesday for the Pirates after this week's postponement due to stadium staff having to self isolate after the stadium manager testing positive to covid . Hopefully both Ben Cook and New signing Benjamin Basso will be part of the proceedings. Scunthorpe have in their ranks two riders (Adam Ellis and Thomas Jorgensen) who will definitely pose a threat and they both ride Poole well. I believe Josh Mcdonald who is currently riding at reserve was due to join the Pirates last year until Covid-19 brought the season to a halt before a wheel had been turned. It will be interesting to see how he goes. Simon Lambert had a good evening tonight at home to Redcar but I don't recall him doing much at Wimborne Road In the past. Tero Aarnio I can't remember if has ridden at Poole or not and I don't think Jordan Palin has ever ridden here either. I will stick my neck out and I think Poole should win this encounter but everyone needs to be on the pace. Thoughts?

My mistake Trackerman48 the actual attendances for both restricted meetings was less than 700 so I believe.

Hi Skidder, that was my error when replying to Old Bob. The real figures show a stark reality that the club was well out of pocket and quite clearly could not sustain those losses if Covid-19 restrictions weren't lifted

There is another way to put it. Stadium rent, is extortionate and add in riders wages plus they don't receive any money from the carpark, here lies the problem.

Sorry Bob, but I disagree entirely with you. The meeting should be restaged to allow riders to earn money and the club to earn revenue. The sport is in trouble with dwindling crowds add in the delayed start to this season and at Poole Stadium because of Covid restrictions the club lost money with only being allowed 1300 spectators at the first two meetings. Without supporters and meetings, clubs will not survive. Tomorrow's meeting being cancelled is beyond the control of Poole Speedway. Stadium staff being pinged by the NHS Covid App to self isolate. Therefore the club has no access to the stadium tomorrow evening . I will also take you to task on the fact you stated Redcar fans won't trust the Poole management to honour tickets for any restaging date. That remark is not only inappropriate its borderline slanderous. You are entitled to your opinion but its not constructive and I don't consider your post is a fair reflection at all.

What's the point of the SCB awarding a point each. Another stupid pointless reply. Restage the meeting so both sets of fans can attend and create revenue.

A crass stupid pointless posting. Speedway has enough problems as it is. Poole Pirates should not forfeit this fixture in any circumstances.

Thanks Keith we had a great time up north. A shame the weather was unsettled but at least we did get to see some speedway. Steve says it was nice to meet you and the same goes for me. Always enjoy my trips to Tyneside and to Brough Park. Best of luck for the rest of the season. Hopefully see you all next season.

Hi Tsunami, thanks for the weather updates. I will be there at Brough Park this afternoon.

Hi Tsunami, thanks for the weather updates. I will be there at Brough Park this afternoon.

What are you talking about? Since when has anyone claimed entitlement? Let's hope it's not the Monarchs then who win the title.

Very funny Orion.. Duh.

Can't argue with the result tonight. Berwick were better on the night and outgated us and fought for their lives. The key for me, was the performance of Kasper Andersen. A match winner for the Bandits.

Hi Steve I will be there on Sunday along with a certain Mr Stephen Shovlar. I have always enjoyed my trips to Tyneside and to Brough Park and I would hate to see the Diamonds close down. Let's hope the weather gods play ball on Sunday.

That's a great venue and they serve great food.

Ah yes. The 1989 Cup final. The scalp of the mighty Pirates by the Bandits. We could discuss this but then I would have to insist we also discussed the 1990 season when I believe we got revenge.

Hey Normski, I am travelling up with Steve and I am staying at the White Swan in Castlegate. What pubs if any in Berwick are showing the Gp?

Fantastic meeting last night at Central Park stadium. Great racing and lots of passing . Kent just need another heat leader and a replacement for Paul Hurry. It's not for the want of trying but I don't think he is going to improve, too many injuries have blighted his speedway career, although he is still a class act on the grass. Kent have a great set up at Central Park and I hope they can make a success of staging speedway at Championship level.

Hi mate I will be there withy other half not sure about shovy yet.

Hey Scunny Dan there will be a few Poole fans including myself who will be making the trip up to the Eddy Wright Raceway this coming Friday. Looking forward to the meeting as Scunthorpe is a terrific race track and I have enjoyed all my previous visits.