Sandie

Agree Gem But it got me wondering - what makes an 'in-crowd'. I have met very few of the people posting on this thread but Im loving it! And can someone help me out here - I was considering joining the queue BUT I would like to be able to pop off to the loo or maybe drop in for the odd meeting before June. Any tips on what I could use to sit in my fold up chair whilst Ive gone Remember please - so far this thread has been fun!

No problem Banana's. I know - our boy is all grownded up now! Ah bless!!

Definately Andy. I can obviously see it from Rory's side, and I know how down the line he was when he wrote to the MA way back in 2007 but I can also understand it from those that took part. But I was aware that Cam W wasnt interested in the Quals but to him the Aus series was the important thing. We knew that Roo may not be taking part and accepted that. It seems to have taken forever for the MA to make this decision and that in itself is re-assuring. Maybe they wanted to discuss fully with the riders who took part what they wanted and to make a full and qualified decision. Now all the boy has to do is bloomin well qualify - I already have my place booked on the coach for the Qualifier, the day after Bdgoszcz GP!! (No pressure!!)

and... or does your silence prove he was watching the Moto GP at the time!!!!! And BFD - your name did come up last night - I may save you one but you will need to loose some weight first!!!

Hi Andy, it was never a done deal. Im not going to go into the full story as Rory and his family can do that if they want to but nothing was pre-arranged. He had to make an application to ride in the qualifiers, which he did at the appropriate time and it has only been recently that the MA have made their decision. He knew he was taking a big chance and for the sake of his family he was willing to make the decision. But I do have a question for the likes of BFD and co - The guys compete in the Australian Motorcycle Speedway Championship Series not the Australian GP Qualifier series. Is there something in the rule book / the MA procedures that states how it all works. I do feel for the guys who rode but maybe, they are all in agreement about their ability and there capability, mentally and financially of competing in the qualifiers.

Ooops - he didnt check the final line up!! Ah well, not to worry Im sure people are turning up to support Nick and the line up is secondary Sorry you wont be there Nevs, but dont forget to send Craig along with a few pennies. I am sat looking at T Shirts, Polo Shirts, pens, magnets, keyrings, programme boards and coasters . All for sale on the day. Oh and of course Raffle tickets

And the problem with that is??? Had both my kids by then - and by the way - its not Rory thats actually having a baby so I dont think the midwives will worry too much about his age!!!

Changed my mind now. Think I may stay home!!!

Junior, you say didnt bother to ride!! Im sure you know then just how much it costs to cargo out two bikes, purchase a minimum of two airline tickets, buy a house, prepare for having a baby and live day to day. Sometimes the money just wont stretch to everything. Maybe he should have decided he was British (yer - I know he would NEVER have considered that!!), as its not so expensive is it. Its not just that simple - not bothering - and he knew he took the chance of not having a qualifier spot - but financially 2008 was a no-go. Look out 2009 though!!!!

Have a chat to Cam, junior fan, you may understand it a bit better after that. And if I believe correcly a few years ago Leigh Adams, for what ever reason didnt ride the Aussie Series and through proper channels was awarded a qualifying place. (At least I think it was Leigh).

lol - its a phrase my darling dad uses. Comes from me being so short!!!!

That great black hairy thing has a name! And TAFFY wont be paying, he's part of Rory's pit crew and when asked earlier Taffy said if Rory is in the final he will be supporting the four way split as he needs a new bag of bonio and a decent kennel!!!

Personally I dont care about the split (so long as those who placed money on the race dont feel aggrieved) and I do feel some of the comments to be over the top but these clips do lighten things up a bit and should be treated as such. Ford is coping some of the blame and in my opinion WHY? Im sure these four adults were able to make this decision between them. But Keith, how long do you spend trawling the net for appropriate photo's. Funny but sad!!!

Ecellent Chris - I certainly will and thanks to Tomaz I finally sorted out my tickets at the weekend. Thanks for your help Tomaz - we will be sat in the stand, see you all there

You beat me Concete!!! I'd be happy to ring a few bells!!! Can I pick the line up please Johno!!!

I think you all need to be taken in hand before this thread gets completly OTT

Concrete Cowboy - will you be able to keep this up all the way through to June. Certainly made my evening so far

Sorry ML - its a bit of a mickey take of the Poole Jubilee meeting!!! Im sure by the time June comes the children will have settled down!!!

Oh dear and this meeting isnt till June. But in true Coventry style - *safrican american*

so does arsnic!!!!!

Try here This is where we and may others will be staying. Flying into Zagreb.

As I say Rabbit I wasnt there so I dont know if all 4 raced to the line. If you can assure me (and your word is always good enough for me) that none of them sat back and thought - "oh well I have my share I wont try and take him on the third bend, fourth lap" then good. If it was out and out racing I have no problem. Lets hope Sky bet can see it that way as well.

Wasnt there so not able to comment on the final so what I will do is ask this question - IF these 4 riders had an agreement BEFORE the final, does that bring into question any pay out from any betting on this final heat or in fact the event. Edit - Sorry Odd, I dint pick on your quote on purpose - its just the one I clicked on, so nothing personal

Thats not fair - bringing in new rules without telling S.C.B. - hows he gonna win the argument now!!!!!