TonyMac Posted November 19, 2013 Report Share Posted November 19, 2013 (edited) Issue 58 of the retro mag for fans who loved speedway in the 70s & 80s includes... DENNIS SIGALOS INTERVIEW Triumph over Tragedy One of the greatest Americans of his generation, DENNIS SIGALOS overcame family tragedy and heartache before becoming a big star at Hull and Ipswich. The former World Pairs champion talked candidly to Tony McDonald on his recent brief return to England. If not for a fateful snap decision he took at the age of 14, Siggy would have been killed along with his mother Joyce in the 1974 plane crash that also claimed the lives of Bruce Penhalls parents. I should have been on that plane, he says. Also, Siggy on . . . *Why injury forced him to quit racing at 26. *His British League career with Hull, Ipswich and Wolves. *John Berry and John Cook. *Riding for the USA and his Dad's role in America's World Pairs glory. *Kenny Carter and why he'll never forget his comments on TV. *World Final disappointments. *The family business in California. *Includes never-before-seen photos from the family album. EXETER: 50 Falcons Memorable Moments They were crowned league champions at three levels and no other track provided faster top flight racing than Exeters unique County Ground. Rob Peasley looks back at the cream of Devon speedway, including Ivan Mauger, Scott Autrey, Vaclav Verner, Michael Coles, etc. JOHN LANGFIELD in profile His British League career with West Ham and Poole was brief, eventful and typified all-round motorcyclist John Langfields gutsy approach to racing. Australias top speedway writer Peter White looks back in crazy capers with his old mate Langy. SID SHELDRICK INTERVIEW In his trademark white top and boots, Sid Sheldrick stood out at Bradford. Richard Bott caught up with one of the second divisions most distinctive characters who, as well as discussing his racing career, revealed his brushes with Sir Alex Ferguson and Leo the lion and his friendship with actor Sean Bean. SIMMOS COLUMN Our star columnist pays tribute to the bravery and achievements of Tai Woffinden and takes a look back at Sheffield, explaining why he never got the hang of Owlertons D-shaped track. BRAVE NEW WORLD In our last issue we examined the impact of scrapping second halves in National League. This time Ron Peasley weighs up the damage caused by the British Leagues decision to abandon junior leagues. PICTURE THE SCENE Belle Vue track photographer Eddie Garvey puts us in the picture about his memorabilia collection and his favourite images. LIFE IN A BOX Doug Nicolson reveals more inner-secrets from the officials' box at Glasgow, including the real strength of an extra-strong mint. Plus . . . Martin Neal's Q&As with Keith Evans, Tony Primmer and John Bostin. And lots more pictures to bring those nostalgic memories flooding back. To order this issue for £4 or to subscribe for one year in the UK for £20, please visit http://www.retro-speedway.com Edited November 20, 2013 by tmc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spiegal Posted November 19, 2013 Report Share Posted November 19, 2013 Simply cannot wait...I love this magazine..read it from front/cover. Tony Mac is a brilliant journo...and if you need an Xmas prezzie..get a sub to this mag... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The White Knight Posted November 19, 2013 Report Share Posted November 19, 2013 Simply cannot wait...I love this magazine..read it from front/cover. Tony Mac is a brilliant journo...and if you need an Xmas prezzie..get a sub to this mag... Well said spiegal - SPOT ON!!! :approve: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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