Shale Searcher Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 I was working on the track the night Leiff Waehlman was killed.. Sickening incident, an air fence would have probably saved his life... Look how many years it was before they were introduced.. Speedway as far as safety is concerned is behind the times, much like the sport in general according to A certain number of fans on here.... The question is, could it be the riders at fault for the state of speedway in general around the world? It's not actually growing in any country at the minute... How many riders of all ages, would prefer to spend £500 on flash guards, covers, than the same amount on better quality protective wear??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynnboy Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 This has gone way off the Kingslynn team 2015 thread ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Star Lady Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 This has gone way off the Kingslynn team 2015 thread ! Much the same as the Lynn team of 2015 have gone off. Started gradually, nothing changed and it went totally ** up. I'm trying to get back on topic 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starman2006 Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 In my opinion, its not the extra speed of the modern speedway bike compared to one from the "weslake era" that is the problem, but the unpredictability of having a high revving motor spinning the rear tyre that suddenly gains massive amounts of extra grip due to coming out of its narrow power band, causing it to "launch", out of control. Limiting engine revs down from 12-13k to say 7 or 8 k would reduce this problem , reduce engine wear, reduce service costs and I think , make the sport safer Thats all well and good, but you can bet your life whatever you do the top boys will still be looking to get more speed out of that.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
semion Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 (edited) This has gone way off the Kingslynn team 2015 thread ! Think that one has gone now. Lack of investment has caught up with us, big time. ... Time to start the Kings Lynn 2016 Thread ? Edited September 2, 2015 by semion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trees Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 Last little squeeze of optimism for 2015 ..... Poole, here we go 😉 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
semion Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 You off down to Wimborne Tress ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haza Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 Any news on the 50th celebration meeting that was talked about in Buster program notes a few weeks ago it did say more information to follow soon . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrMungo Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 Think that one has gone now. Lack of investment has caught up with us, big time. ... Time to start the Kings Lynn 2016 Thread ? Bjerre, surely, has to be the first name on the team sheet given his generous average Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
therefused Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 Bjerre, surely, has to be the first name on the team sheet given his generous average i wouldnt have him back on a 5 average, his performances have been shocking. not the biggest fan of korneliussen but id have him back in a heartbeat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
semion Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 Bjerre, surely, has to be the first name on the team sheet given his generous average I think an issue could be made for NOT having each individual back next season. I think it could be an interesting winter. I do wonder if Buster has had enough of the Elite League, with riders demands, missing meetings, lack of effort in some cases, gates etc. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedy17 Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 (edited) Need a proper clear out, keep Niels and Robert and build a team around them. Anyone who thinks Bjerre should be here are a few sandwiches short of a picnic. Edited September 2, 2015 by speedy17 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Posted September 2, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 we need a rebuild but what about Kerr and Rory how long will they miss next season ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
therefused Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 the league structure could be completely different next year anyway. if the elite draft remains i think rose would be a good one to have back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
semion Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 Having now sampled the Elite League for the past few years I cant say i am keen on this hit and miss Fixture list. Riders missing meetings wholesale, riders claiming injury when the next day they are riding in another Country. The Elite League has turned into a complete joke, that the supporters ( or some of them) are prepared to accept, no matter what. Is it not time for a change again at Lynn ? Speedway each Wednesday night, riders who want to be there ( of sorts) some form of fan/Rider interaction. Derby meetings with the Ipswich, Peterborough Rye House. What do other Lynn fans feel ? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Star Lady Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 Having now sampled the Elite League for the past few years I cant say i am keen on this hit and miss Fixture list. Riders missing meetings wholesale, riders claiming injury when the next day they are riding in another Country. The Elite League has turned into a complete joke, that the supporters ( or some of them) are prepared to accept, no matter what. Is it not time for a change again at Lynn ? Speedway each Wednesday night, riders who want to be there ( of sorts) some form of fan/Rider interaction. Derby meetings with the Ipswich, Peterborough Rye House. What do other Lynn fans feel ? It might just tempt me back on a regular basis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tellboy Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 Having now sampled the Elite League for the past few years I cant say i am keen on this hit and miss Fixture list. Riders missing meetings wholesale, riders claiming injury when the next day they are riding in another Country. The Elite League has turned into a complete joke, that the supporters ( or some of them) are prepared to accept, no matter what. Is it not time for a change again at Lynn ? Speedway each Wednesday night, riders who want to be there ( of sorts) some form of fan/Rider interaction. Derby meetings with the Ipswich, Peterborough Rye House. What do other Lynn fans feel ? I did say when we went EL that I was used to PL and it didn't really bother me about EL.Although I would turn up as it was speedway the sport I grew up with,the era when all the best riders were over here.Boy was I lambasted by a few because I said I preferred PL. I enjoyed the regularity and different teams each week,riders that wanted to ride and was there every week bar injury. By the way agree totally with your post. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Star Lady Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 I did say when we went EL that I was used to PL and it didn't really bother me about EL.Although I would turn up as it was speedway the sport I grew up with,the era when all the best riders were over here.Boy was I lambasted by a few because I said I preferred PL. I enjoyed the regularity and different teams each week,riders that wanted to ride and was there every week bar injury. By the way agree totally with your post. Not by me, I much prefer PL. To be honest NL is a far better product than EL at present. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemini Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 I think an issue could be made for NOT having each individual back next season. I think it could be an interesting winter. I do wonder if Buster has had enough of the Elite League, with riders demands, missing meetings, lack of effort in some cases, gates etc. I do wonder if everyone has had enough of the Elite League but it will probably lurch on into 2016 with the same old problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starboy118 Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 At the risk of repeating myself, the sport in this country is a shambolic fiasco (and that's being kind). I really don't know why people waste money watching it. Old habits are difficult to break, I guess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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