Alex2000 Posted February 29, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 29, 2016 Anyone can look impressive in practice. As for being on BWD's bikes that doesn't make any difference whatsoever, I could jump on them and I bet you they wouldn't even go sideways. He has finished one season with an average over seven. He's a six point rider at NL level. He had some time with Sheffield in the PL and struggled. Which team do you support? I'm sure we can find something to pick at there as it doesn't sound like your an eastie fan. I think he will be a 7-8 pointer not being at #1 in the team and having good equipment which was his downfall before Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben91 Posted February 29, 2016 Report Share Posted February 29, 2016 Which team do you support? I'm sure we can find something to pick at there as it doesn't sound like your an eastie fan. I think he will be a 7-8 pointer not being at #1 in the team and having good equipment which was his downfall before I support Rye and there's plenty to be critical of there. Nothing personal against him or Eastbourne, I just don't see where all the hype surrounding him has come from when he has had one half decent season since 2009. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex2000 Posted February 29, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 29, 2016 I support Rye and there's plenty to be critical of there. Nothing personal against him or Eastbourne, I just don't see where all the hype surrounding him has come from when he has had one half decent season since 2009. Admittedly there isn't much hype around any rider at Eastbourne this season they are all solid riders but nothing unexpected will happen I think. The one question I have for rye is why did you let Bowtell go???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halifaxtiger Posted February 29, 2016 Report Share Posted February 29, 2016 Anyone can look impressive in practice. As for being on BWD's bikes that doesn't make any difference whatsoever, I could jump on them and I bet you they wouldn't even go sideways. He has finished one season with an average over seven. He's a six point rider at NL level. He had some time with Sheffield in the PL and struggled. I am with Islander on that one. He's better than 6.00 in the NL and a good signing on that average. The one I am looking forward to seeing again, though, is George Wood. I was hugely impressed with him last season and rated him - with Zach Wajtknecht - my novice of the year. I'd thought he was pretty good until he pulled off an absolutely astonishing ride at Rye House late in the season, going past both home riders - including Luke Priest - like they weren't there. Wouldn't be surprised to see him get a go in the PL this season. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TurnTwo Posted February 29, 2016 Report Share Posted February 29, 2016 Agreed I think Georgie will finish on a 7.5-8 point avg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben91 Posted March 1, 2016 Report Share Posted March 1, 2016 Admittedly there isn't much hype around any rider at Eastbourne this season they are all solid riders but nothing unexpected will happen I think. The one question I have for rye is why did you let Bowtell go???? No reason has been given really, the loss of Bowtell and Hume will hit us hard though and be a benefit to the sides they have joined. With those two and Hunter who we have managed to keep hold of we had the bottom end of a decent side, that's not to be now sadly. Of course that's a bit of a tangent from Eastbourne! It'll be interesting to see how Kyle Hughes gets on, looked back to his best with us last year, hope to see him keep it up. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catinthehat Posted March 1, 2016 Report Share Posted March 1, 2016 (edited) I think the wheels have come of the train at Rye House when Andrew Silver was made an escape goat, As for Hughes Bowtell Hume must have also thought the same thats why they jumped ship before it started to go under, With Rye having a new shaped track this year all home advantage has gone and then with out the Stanford as team manager opps did i hear that right another one at the top has gone also. Well i love to give you a race Ben(! you can use your trike and i can have a ride on my barbie bike first one to the pit gate wins. xxxx I think George will make a big step forward this year and any mechanical issuse he had last year that killed his average will help, Also another thing with Jake him on BWDs bikes which were perfect for Eastbourne set up around the so called Trick track will put him a few wheels ahead of most riders that only come to the Arlington Bowl a few times a year. mmmm no practice a Rye House due to the new saftey fence and pits and work being carried out. Thats good for the sport but no good for your team if you cant get on and have a few important laps. Edited March 1, 2016 by catinthehat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catinthehat Posted March 2, 2016 Report Share Posted March 2, 2016 Weather looks ok for the weekend even though its mothers day i have asked the kids to take me to watch, cant wait to see the team thats if there is going to be a practice again? can any body update me if anything is on as its a hours drive for me, if not i have to spend the afternoon in the pub at the white dog in at bodiam castle if anyone wants to join us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catinthehat Posted March 4, 2016 Report Share Posted March 4, 2016 Weather looks cold for sunday but i guess i can put my hat on for practice and gloves, anyone can tell me if there is anything open at the track for a drink or anything like that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex2000 Posted March 4, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 4, 2016 Weather looks cold for sunday but i guess i can put my hat on for practice and gloves, anyone can tell me if there is anything open at the track for a drink or anything like that? There might not be any practise unless you have found out? It's Mother's Day and I'm sure our riders have a lot to think their mothers for!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex2000 Posted March 5, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 5, 2016 (edited) Looks like you are in luck Jake knights coming down tomorrow so practise is on Edited March 6, 2016 by Al3x200 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GASBLOKE Posted March 5, 2016 Report Share Posted March 5, 2016 Are there many Eastbourne fans going to Sittingbourne to support Kelsey in the u21 semi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brummiestormer Posted March 7, 2016 Report Share Posted March 7, 2016 Plenty of time to see real speedway this year at Arlington. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TurnTwo Posted March 7, 2016 Report Share Posted March 7, 2016 The missus dint want to go watch practice yesterday the kids showed me some photos from Facebook though quite a few people there including rob mear and Eddie kennett Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catinthehat Posted March 7, 2016 Report Share Posted March 7, 2016 (edited) I didnt get to the practice as i went for the day out at the castle with the kids which was freezing, I was happy to hear the reports that Jake Knight was impressive and Tom Brennan was hitting the laps our little secret weapon half way during the season. big question was someone said Rob Mear was there doing laps? is there a team change already? Charlie Powell i hear is going well and Nick is looking better, really looking forward to the season now. Also Captain Rich was turning in a few laps with the boys any updates on how everyone was really doing from anyone there? Edited March 7, 2016 by catinthehat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catinthehat Posted March 8, 2016 Report Share Posted March 8, 2016 when is Press day or the network thing they did last year anybody got any idea or update on it please, i think i heard that the fans were invited to the late night pratice? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sussex bulldog Posted March 8, 2016 Report Share Posted March 8, 2016 http://www.eastbourneeagles.co/news.php?extend.896 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catinthehat Posted March 8, 2016 Report Share Posted March 8, 2016 Thanks but it does not really give you time scales for the fans and if they need any help? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex2000 Posted March 8, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 8, 2016 Thanks but it does not really give you time scales for the fans and if they need any help? fans are in from 6:30 I believe or 6 and fans forum is 7:30 I think I read last but I'll have to check Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sussex bulldog Posted March 8, 2016 Report Share Posted March 8, 2016 I read somewhere that it starts 6.30 for fans Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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