Mark Posted July 16, 2012 Report Share Posted July 16, 2012 Has anyone any clues as to where next years 4 events will be held ? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iris123 Posted July 16, 2012 Report Share Posted July 16, 2012 (edited) Think the qualis will be in Daugavpils + Miskolc....the rumour of the race-off and final being in Prague was maybe made concrete by Paul Bellamy?I didn't hear it .Not heard anything about the other two meetings Edited July 16, 2012 by iris123 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Posted July 16, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2012 thanks, so the Czech's would go through to the final which is an interesting thought Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghostwalker Posted July 16, 2012 Report Share Posted July 16, 2012 If the Race and final ends up in Czech Rep, the question is which of GB, Poland and DK that won't host a semi-final. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BomberHammer Posted July 16, 2012 Report Share Posted July 16, 2012 I thought the 2013 World Cup Final, was being held at the new belle vue track, I thought thats why they changed the rules, so the hosts of the final are in the final, Otherwise team GB wouldnt get in the final, and the crowd levels would be low, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PHILIPRISING Posted July 16, 2012 Report Share Posted July 16, 2012 I thought the 2013 World Cup Final, was being held at the new belle vue track, I thought thats why they changed the rules, so the hosts of the final are in the final, Otherwise team GB wouldnt get in the final, and the crowd levels would be low, THE 2013 SWC race-off and final were originally designated for the new BV stadium but since that won't be ready in time four a trial meeting at least alternatives are now in the frame. Prague is certainly one of those as BSI and the FIM try to break the Denmark/Poland mould. But King's Lynn is not totally out of the question simply because of the quality of racing that the track produces. Obviously they would have to enhance the spectator facilities but I believe they have a stock car World Final there in 2013 when temporary grandstands will be installed. They could go in early and serve both events. But if there is concrete proof that Belle Vue's new stadium will be available for 2014 that would rule out a GB final next year. Ole Olsen is not interested in staging another final just yet (at least he wasn't before Saturday's result), Sweden have just had one and Poland have enough on their plate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LagutaRacingFan Posted July 16, 2012 Report Share Posted July 16, 2012 How about Eastbourne? Lewis Bridger would fly past the likes of Gollob and Emil and then Team GB can become world champs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BomberHammer Posted July 16, 2012 Report Share Posted July 16, 2012 Kings Lynn would be ideal for the quality of the racing it produces, But if they havent got the spectator facilities, maybe Coventry or Poole could be used, 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stratton Posted July 16, 2012 Report Share Posted July 16, 2012 Kings Lynn would be ideal for the quality of the racing it produces, But if they havent got the spectator facilities, maybe Coventry or Poole could be used, No way Swindon, KIng,s Lynn and Sheffield are by far the best racing tracks left in Britain.Was always bemused why Coventry had all those British FInals ?see some good ones 1975 but also some mediocre ones too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghostwalker Posted July 16, 2012 Report Share Posted July 16, 2012 THE 2013 SWC race-off and final were originally designated for the new BV stadium but since that won't be ready in time four a trial meeting at least alternatives are now in the frame. Prague is certainly one of those as BSI and the FIM try to break the Denmark/Poland mould. But King's Lynn is not totally out of the question simply because of the quality of racing that the track produces. Obviously they would have to enhance the spectator facilities but I believe they have a stock car World Final there in 2013 when temporary grandstands will be installed. They could go in early and serve both events. But if there is concrete proof that Belle Vue's new stadium will be available for 2014 that would rule out a GB final next year. Ole Olsen is not interested in staging another final just yet (at least he wasn't before Saturday's result), Sweden have just had one and Poland have enough on their plate. what about Gorican then? Surely it would be a better choice then Czech rep.? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Posted July 16, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2012 what about Gorican then? Surely it would be a better choice then Czech rep.? That would mean Croatia would be in the final. THE 2013 SWC race-off and final were originally designated for the new BV stadium but since that won't be ready in time four a trial meeting at least alternatives are now in the frame. Prague is certainly one of those as BSI and the FIM try to break the Denmark/Poland mould. But King's Lynn is not totally out of the question simply because of the quality of racing that the track produces. Philip, this goes off subject but are BV designing their new track by using another track's dimensions / measurements as a basis for success. Leicester springs to mind as a superb facility but has 'first out the gate' poor racing. I wondered who was making those decisions at BV. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmy jimmy Posted July 16, 2012 Report Share Posted July 16, 2012 That would mean Croatia would be in the final. Philip, this goes off subject but are BV designing their new track by using another track's dimensions / measurements as a basis for success. Leicester springs to mind as a superb facility but has 'first out the gate' poor racing. I wondered who was making those decisions at BV. Chris Morton is designing the track I think, basing it on the old Hyde Road shape, but a little smaller. Given his gating ability, I am hoping it will be a real racers track Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PHILIPRISING Posted July 16, 2012 Report Share Posted July 16, 2012 what about Gorican then? Surely it would be a better choice then Czech rep.? CROATIA in the final? Chris Morton is designing the track I think, basing it on the old Hyde Road shape, but a little smaller. Given his gating ability, I am hoping it will be a real racers track CORRECT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Humphrey Appleby Posted July 16, 2012 Report Share Posted July 16, 2012 THE 2013 SWC race-off and final were originally designated for the new BV stadium but since that won't be ready in time four a trial meeting at least alternatives are now in the frame. Prague is certainly one of those as BSI and the FIM try to break the Denmark/Poland mould. Presumably it'll come down to who's prepared to pay the requested staging fee? Ole Olsen is not interested in staging another final just yet No mates rates available? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghostwalker Posted July 16, 2012 Report Share Posted July 16, 2012 (edited) CROATIA in the final? I think this years SWC proved that it does not make such a big difference and that it is perhaps not a good idea that have the host seeded direct to the final. The crowds weren't that big (possibly weather related) and i think despite no Croatia in the final allot of people would show up. basically its the same question as with the joker. Is not the SWC product exciting in its own? Do wee really need all this seeding and double points things? Why not try to have the best teams qualify and the best teams win without jokers and seeding? Who knows, it could be exciting. Edited July 16, 2012 by Ghostwalker Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stiltonpanther Posted July 16, 2012 Report Share Posted July 16, 2012 Kings Lynn would be ideal for the quality of the racing it produces, But if they havent got the spectator facilities, maybe Coventry or Poole could be used, Peterborough put on a good show for the 4's yesterday so would like to think they would come into the equation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigFatDave Posted July 17, 2012 Report Share Posted July 17, 2012 You have to remember the equation is governed by who wants to ante up the Dollar$$$ - if Prague wants to cough up more loot than anyone else then they'll get it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Posted July 17, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2012 I think this years SWC proved that it does not make such a big difference and that it is perhaps not a good idea that have the host seeded direct to the final. The crowds weren't that big (possibly weather related) and i think despite no Croatia in the final allot of people would show up. My view is that Maliia is a good track but it's in the middle of nowhere and hard to get to for travelling fans. If BSI placed the race off & final in a decent tourist area, or at least an area with excellent transport links, it could encourage travelling fans to attend both meetings and make the racing an excuse for a trip away. I've not been to Malilla but it seems very remote from major cities, airports and other attractions. Would one of the major draws about Cardiff be is its proximity to accomodation, bars, food and a rail station. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCB Posted July 17, 2012 Report Share Posted July 17, 2012 Kings Lynn would be ideal for the quality of the racing it produces, But if they havent got the spectator facilities, maybe Coventry or Poole could be used, Poole with it's 3,900 capacity? Don't believe the hype from the south coast about their stadium. If you can only get 3,900 in there you may as well go to King's Lynn or Peterborough. At least half their stadiums are not taken up by a restaurant. Poole is clean and tidy but thats about it. TBF, these days Lynn is not the scruffly little place it was 10-15 years ago. They have proved over the last few years they're capable of hosting such an event. Mind you, it again comes back to major speedway stadiums capable hosting the event in the middle of nowhere. Must be a ball ache for the Swedes, Poles and Danes wanting to travel but thats not much different to Mallila and Vojens. Thats the one advantage Prague has. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PHILIPRISING Posted July 17, 2012 Report Share Posted July 17, 2012 THERE were some problems between BSI and the Showground last time SWC event held there but I hear there is a new boss who might be more accommodating. THERE were some problems between BSI and the Showground last time SWC event held there but I hear there is a new boss who might be more accommodating. IF space is available, as it is at both Peterborough and Kings Lynn, a lot can be done. Look at how they transform golf courses for the major events. All those facilities are brought in just fir a few days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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