Parsloes 1928 nearly Posted October 14, 2009 Report Share Posted October 14, 2009 I agree that it all comes across as a bit shabby, doesn't take much to offer a proper explanation. The earlier suggestion from someone 'in the know' at Lakeside (indeed in the know more or less everywhere!!! ) was as follows: Why not telephone them during office hours (the number would be in your programme from "the other Monday") and put your queries to their general manager who I feel sure would be happy to answer any queries you might have Parsnips old fruit Hmm, seems a less than practicable method of communication about why this meeting has been cancelled, to have anyone wondering why to have to 'phone up the GM and ask him..!! Methinx they're hoping that everyone's simply forgotten about it... They reckoned without our speedyguy!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
star ghost Posted October 14, 2009 Report Share Posted October 14, 2009 There was a write-up on the London Speedway Forum about the possibility of this event being staged. When it is not happening it is hardly likely to be forgotten about is it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parsloes 1928 nearly Posted October 14, 2009 Report Share Posted October 14, 2009 When it is not happening it is hardly likely to be forgotten about is it Hmm, you've lost me there I'm afraid... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedyguy Posted October 14, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 14, 2009 (edited) Hmm, you've lost me there I'm afraid... I think Star ghost is reflecting our concerns that once the topic of a revived London Riders Championship was in the public domain, an answer as to what has happened in it being dropped is much overdue. Like your goodself, I am surprised that after all the 'pre-championship hype' the non-staging is seemingly being conveneiently forgotten by Lakeside. Edited October 14, 2009 by speedyguy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedyguy Posted October 14, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 14, 2009 There was a write-up on the London Speedway Forum about the possibility of this event being staged. When it is not happening it is hardly likely to be forgotten about is it WITW! That's interesting! WITW! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedyguy Posted October 23, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 23, 2009 (edited) I am now convinced that we just imagined that Lakeside Hammers were going to revive the London Riders Championship this season. Or am I p@*$^%g up a lamp post? Edited October 23, 2009 by speedyguy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Custom House Kid Posted October 24, 2009 Report Share Posted October 24, 2009 I am now convinced that we just imagined that Lakeside Hammers were going to revive the London Riders Championship this season. Or am I p@*$^%g up a lamp post? Stuart & John have done a fantastic job at lakeside since they took over, but they did not cover themselves in glory on this particular project. I think there main priority was to get some silverware for the first time which they achieved last night . This is not an excuse but an explanation. Lets hope they do not forget the project next season and prove it was not just a promotional exercise to fill a gap. Sadly I think gap filling was the main priority! I my opinion, there could have been some mileage in this event if handled correctly, It's just sad there are no London clubs anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedyguy Posted October 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 24, 2009 Stuart & John have done a fantastic job at lakeside since they took over, but they did not cover themselves in glory on this particular project. I think there main priority was to get some silverware for the first time which they achieved last night . This is not an excuse but an explanation. Lets hope they do not forget the project next season and prove it was not just a promotional exercise to fill a gap. Sadly I think gap filling was the main priority! I my opinion, there could have been some mileage in this event if handled correctly, It's just sad there are no London clubs anymore. The sad thing is that Lakeside have still to state there will be no London Riders Championship (after all the ballyhoo about its return earlier in the season) and tell us why. Or is it because Lakeside do not recognise the prestige surrounding this historic event? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedyguy Posted October 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 24, 2009 REMEMBER THIS PROMISE...? Wednesday 22nd April 2009 LONDON'S SPEEDWAY HERITAGE REMEMBERED AND REVIVED The Promoters of Lakeside Speedway are delighted to announce that on Friday July 17th the Club will host the London Riders Championship, having received the support and blessing of its traditional custodian, Len Silver. The meeting is being revived to celebrate 80 years of League Racing in Britain and to ensure that support is gained for the continuation of top level Speedway in Greater London, once the Arena Essex Raceway succumbs to the plans of the Thames Gateway project. The day itself will be a celebration of all things London Speedway with a field of riders chosen by fans of the old London clubs and taking to the track in the most iconic of those club’s race jackets, again chosen by the fans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedyguy Posted October 28, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 28, 2009 (edited) REMEMBER THIS PROMISE...? Wednesday 22nd April 2009 LONDON'S SPEEDWAY HERITAGE REMEMBERED AND REVIVED The Promoters of Lakeside Speedway are delighted to announce that on Friday July 17th the Club will host the London Riders Championship, having received the support and blessing of its traditional custodian, Len Silver. The meeting is being revived to celebrate 80 years of League Racing in Britain and to ensure that support is gained for the continuation of top level Speedway in Greater London, once the Arena Essex Raceway succumbs to the plans of the Thames Gateway project. The day itself will be a celebration of all things London Speedway with a field of riders chosen by fans of the old London clubs and taking to the track in the most iconic of those club’s race jackets, again chosen by the fans. Lakesdie are giving details of next year's season ticket availability. No word about NEXT YEAR'S London Riders Championship nor an explanation about why this year's proposed championship cancellation has been 'swept under the carpet'! Edited October 28, 2009 by speedyguy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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