Sophies Mate Posted June 9, 2014 Report Share Posted June 9, 2014 Whilst ive not been to many away tracks, the ones I have been to the fans have not been allowed in the pits either before or after the meeting. Where as at Arlington this is allowed think its a good thing for the fans to have the chance to meet the riders and even during the meeting they are able to view whats going on in the pits which I believe adds to the experience. I do appreciate that some riders may not like this before a meeting when they are trying to prepare and focus on the job in hand but would be interested to know how many tracks allow this and if other fans like being able to do this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottyfan Posted June 9, 2014 Report Share Posted June 9, 2014 Poole allow pits access, I think it's 6.30 to 7.00 before the meeting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E I Addio Posted June 9, 2014 Report Share Posted June 9, 2014 Whilst ive not been to many away tracks, the ones I have been to the fans have not been allowed in the pits either before or after the meeting. Where as at Arlington this is allowed think its a good thing for the fans to have the chance to meet the riders and even during the meeting they are able to view whats going on in the pits which I believe adds to the experience. I do appreciate that some riders may not like this before a meeting when they are trying to prepare and focus on the job in hand but would be interested to know how many tracks allow this and if other fans like being able to do this? The Lakeside pits are open to the public until around 30 min before the start then have to be cleared for safety reasons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david2905 Posted June 9, 2014 Report Share Posted June 9, 2014 Likewise Brum is if you get down early enough but deffo shut after 7. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cityrebel Posted June 9, 2014 Report Share Posted June 9, 2014 Kent pits are open before the meeting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fish keeper Posted June 9, 2014 Report Share Posted June 9, 2014 Wolves for about half hour before meeting 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A ORLOV Posted June 9, 2014 Report Share Posted June 9, 2014 (edited) Swindon do from 6.30 to 7 and after the meeting, about 15 mins after last heat or practice, apart from when sky are there. Edited June 9, 2014 by A ORLOV Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeilWatson Posted June 9, 2014 Report Share Posted June 9, 2014 Coventry pits have a viewing area open prior to the meeting. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tyretrax Posted June 9, 2014 Report Share Posted June 9, 2014 Glasgow, prior to bikes being fired up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TMW Posted June 10, 2014 Report Share Posted June 10, 2014 That is one area that Leicester struggle. I think it is because the area is so small. It wouldn't do to have loads of people wondering through. Although the surrounding area is quite big. I think they could possibly do with a gantry like they have at Cov but probably more important priorities. It's a shame cos we have a lot of youngsters. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aces51 Posted June 10, 2014 Report Share Posted June 10, 2014 Belle Vue allow access. I think up to 30 minutes before the start. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halifaxtiger Posted June 10, 2014 Report Share Posted June 10, 2014 Eastbourne & Plymouth too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProudtobeaBrummie Posted June 10, 2014 Report Share Posted June 10, 2014 Coventry is brilliant for pit viewing I love going there the kids we take love watching the pits it helps in between races to stop them getting bored... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdmc82 Posted June 10, 2014 Report Share Posted June 10, 2014 Coventry is very good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevePark Posted June 10, 2014 Report Share Posted June 10, 2014 Newcastle until about 6 (Just after the bikes start to get warmed up) in a 'viewing area.' Once ALL racing (inc. any second half) is completed they can then usually come into the pits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruiser McHuge Posted June 10, 2014 Report Share Posted June 10, 2014 Pit access is always a plus for keeping a child's interest and adding to the experience One of my highlights when first going to Hyde Road was going in the pits after a meeting...and we waited outside the dressing room doors for riders to appear and then swarmed round them for autographs...most riders were great as well...the odd one wasn't....but it's all important to keep young fans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Triple.H. Posted June 10, 2014 Report Share Posted June 10, 2014 That is one area that Leicester struggle. I think it is because the area is so small. It wouldn't do to have loads of people wondering through. Although the surrounding area is quite big. I think they could possibly do with a gantry like they have at Cov but probably more important priorities. It's a shame cos we have a lot of youngsters.Just about everyone moans about Leicesters track and I admit that IMO it could be far better but the pits are an awful design. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemini Posted June 10, 2014 Report Share Posted June 10, 2014 Makes me wonder if everything had to be squeezed into a certain amount of space or if more land was available because there is loads there - all doing nothing at the moment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sophies Mate Posted June 11, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 11, 2014 Makes me wonder if everything had to be squeezed into a certain amount of space or if more land was available because there is loads there - all doing nothing at the moment. Yes I noticed that when I went up there in April thought there was a lot of wasted space by the pit area which could be put to better use, guess maybe thats in the plans at some point to update as and when money and maybe planning allows? I did however like the rst of the track found it clean and tidy and in particular liked how the stand opposite the start/finish line was above the track found it great to watch the racing from there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brooksy Posted June 11, 2014 Report Share Posted June 11, 2014 .. in particular liked how the stand opposite the start/finish line was above the track found it great to watch the racing from there. Racing? At Leicester? Which meeting was that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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