CB252 Posted May 30, 2016 Report Share Posted May 30, 2016 Looks like I got that wrong, good effort and nearly nicked a point. Shame about the poor start, and if we had made the signing we should of done things would be so different. What signing should we have made? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Game On Posted May 30, 2016 Report Share Posted May 30, 2016 What signing should we have made? Any 6 point rider Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aces51 Posted May 30, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 30, 2016 (edited) I don't get this complaining about queues to get in. Over the years every track I have been to has queues when they have a bigger than normal crowd. In the end the delay was less than 20 minutes to the start of the meeting. Once people get used to getting their tickets in advance any delays will be less. Every event I have been to, theatre, concerts etc. ,where I have bought tickets in advance I have paid a booking fee and usually more than £1. As I understand it this extra charge goes to the agency, not Belle Vue. Anyway, to important issues. Anybody who thinks they didn't get value for their entrance money today doesn't like speedway. Fast, close racing with passing in most races, a meeting as good as any league match I've seen for many years. Congratulations to both teams on providing some excellent entertainment. Edited May 30, 2016 by Aces51 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CB252 Posted May 30, 2016 Report Share Posted May 30, 2016 Any 6 point rider To replace Woryna presumably? Who do you think was available that would have made the team better and more entertaining to watch for those of us that attend? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G the Bee Posted May 30, 2016 Report Share Posted May 30, 2016 (edited) Back home now. I have to say, that was one of the best meetings I've been to in years. Sure there are some organisational tweaks needed but overall it's a big thumbs up from me. Next time I'll print my ticket at home. The extra quid doesn't bother me, although I'm not sure that'll be the case for everyone. But, what a venue. As a stadium, it's similar to the set up at Brandon, albeit much more modern (naturally). Large covered back straight terrace. Home straight grandstand with covered seating, restaurant, great viewing and corporate facilities. It's a super facility. Nevertheless, as a Bees fan, I also found it a little sad. It might be more modern, but it's got nothing Brandon hasn't got. It just reminded me what a great stadium Brandon could and should be and how it's now a run-down shadow of the stadium it once was that will never realise its potential to become the stadium it could be. And it's looking increasingly likely that soon it'll be nothing more than a memory. What a waste. But the racetrack, and the spectator experience, beats Brandon hands down. The track is amazing and produced wonderful racing. The shape is perfect and the fact that you are so close to the action, with no dog track between the stands and the track is a huge plus point. Hope I'll get the chance to visit again this year. Edited May 30, 2016 by G the Bee 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Game On Posted May 30, 2016 Report Share Posted May 30, 2016 To replace Woryna presumably? Who do you think was available that would have made the team better and more entertaining to watch for those of us that attend? I'm not sure who's available but I'm sure someone is now, to give a chance of fourth place and hope for those of us who attend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dornier Posted May 30, 2016 Report Share Posted May 30, 2016 Thought it was a decent meeting its a pity the Bees didn`t get going earlier. It was a bigger crowd than the Swindon match we were sat on row D in the stand and there was no shade from the sun and I hadn`t brought my Ambre Solaire so when everybody had arrived we moved further back into a shaded part of the stand where plenty of seats were available. It was the same as the Swindon meeting big queues outside hence those that turned up on time had to sit and wait for those that turned up late. Buying your ticket online wont make a scrap of difference to the queues the problem lies with the turnstiles they are very slow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bellevueace Posted May 30, 2016 Report Share Posted May 30, 2016 You must have saw different to a lot of others there then as updates says he rode very well to beat Nicholls, Cook, Worrall & Jacobs. A lot of praise for him on Twitter. Garrity rode superbly 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob B Posted May 30, 2016 Report Share Posted May 30, 2016 Thought it was a decent meeting its a pity the Bees didn`t get going earlier. It was a bigger crowd than the Swindon match we were sat on row D in the stand and there was no shade from the sun and I hadn`t brought my Ambre Solaire so when everybody had arrived we moved further back into a shaded part of the stand where plenty of seats were available. It was the same as the Swindon meeting big queues outside hence those that turned up on time had to sit and wait for those that turned up late. Buying your ticket online wont make a scrap of difference to the queues the problem lies with the turnstiles they are very slow. It's not the turnstiles at all, they are fine scan your ticket and walk in. It's the ticket office that is slow, people buying tickets in advance will reduce the queues at ticket office. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coventry_Bee Posted May 30, 2016 Report Share Posted May 30, 2016 A delayed start because of a good crowd is not a thing to be dissopointed at, it's a good sign that people want to come and watch speedway. Our first visit will be the British final, will be printing the ticket and looking at reviews on here as where best to watch. I can only think that people are also asking lots of questions on the way in as for many it's a first trip and you don't know what's where and so it will take time but the essential thing they have right is the track and the viewing by the looks of it. Getting into the place you can sort out but as Leicester have found out, get the track shape wrong from a blank canvas and its curtains really. The British final should be really open, Scott really hasn't got going there yet, Bombers score today wasn't great, Garrity impressed but then an evening meeting will ride totally different to a midday meeting. It's all about getting into that final and keeping your head. Would like Scott to add another title but it's anybody's on the night and should make some brilliant TV. So many lines and it looks quick so unlike Wolverhampton where traditionally Nicholls & Harris have gone well on a tight tricky track this looks the opposite. Amazing what (finally) can be achieved, support and cash from the council and a fantastic arena !! Rugby/Coventry council please take note. Coventry are one of the biggest names in British Speedway, Belle Vue have been rejuvinated and guaranteed a future in the sport, there is no reason why our councils who say they want to keep speedway in the area can't do the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halifaxtiger Posted May 30, 2016 Report Share Posted May 30, 2016 (edited) It's not the turnstiles at all, they are fine scan your ticket and walk in. It's the ticket office that is slow, people buying tickets in advance will reduce the queues at ticket office. The problem is people buying a specific seat in the stand, rather just a seat. When I went the other night, people were taking 5 minutes to buy a ticket as they argued and thought about where they wanted to sit. That compares with 20 seconds buying a standing one for the South Stand. 5 minutes might not seem much but when you have 1,000 people buying tickets you will have problems and until it changes to buying just a seat (rather than a specific one) those problems will continue. I don't get this complaining about queues to get in. Over the years every track I have been to has queues when they have a bigger than normal crowd. In the end the delay was less than 20 minutes to the start of the meeting. Once people get used to getting their tickets in advance any delays will be less. Every event I have been to, theatre, concerts etc. ,where I have bought tickets in advance I have paid a booking fee and usually more than £1. As I understand it this extra charge goes to the agency, not Belle Vue. Anyway, to important issues. Anybody who thinks they didn't get value for their entrance money today doesn't like speedway. Fast, close racing with passing in most races, a meeting as good as any league match I've seen for many years. Congratulations to both teams on providing some excellent entertainment. If memory serves me correctly, both Edinburgh and Newcastle give a discount when tickets are purchased in advance. Edited May 30, 2016 by Halifaxtiger 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woz01 Posted May 30, 2016 Report Share Posted May 30, 2016 I have to say that was an excellent meeting. Most riders made a pass at some point, Nicholls-Bomber heat could've gne either way but Nicholls just always managed to get the outside run. Thought KK was going to get Zagar on the line in heat 15 and Garrity looked very good round there after his first ride, made some excellent passes. Overall Belle Vue deserved the win but that poor start really cost us. How Worrall got away with that start in heat 2 I have no idea. As for the stadium, very good. Obviously issues with ticketing but I'd advise get them printed the £1 extra will be worth it. Perhaps will need more kiosks behind the back straight when the world cup is on though! Oh and nowhere to dry your hands in the toilets which is a bit shoddy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Shovlar Posted May 30, 2016 Report Share Posted May 30, 2016 If it isnt a sellout why on earth waste time asking people where they want to sit? Its an unwarranted delay for fans entering the stadium. Let peole sit where they want. Early birds get the best seats 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keepturningleft Posted May 30, 2016 Report Share Posted May 30, 2016 I will be attending many Belle Vue meetings this year but I've no intention of buying tickets in advance. I live in Yorkshire and the prospect of getting snarled up on the M62/60 and being late or not able to get there at all, is something that is going to happen at some time. I wouldn't take the risk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCB Posted May 30, 2016 Report Share Posted May 30, 2016 I'm looking at the bigger picture and only outscoring an edr isn't very good, maybe I expected too much. I think we need riders outscoring Zagar not Jacobs in the world cup but I suppose he's good enough for Coventry. Hopefully he'll do better in the British final. After touching the tapes he dropped 2 points and he was leading one of them until the referee called it back - from memory the only heat he did call back for a jumped start. As a Bees fans I was more than happy with his contribution today. And I also don't really expect him to be in contention for the SWC team either. More worryingly was Harris and how truly abysmal he was until KK babysat him in heat 13 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob B Posted May 30, 2016 Report Share Posted May 30, 2016 (edited) The problem is people buying a specific seat in the stand, rather just a seat. When I went the other night, people were taking 5 minutes to buy a ticket as they argued and thought about where they wanted to sit. That compares with 20 seconds buying a standing one for the South Stand. 5 minutes might not seem much but when you have 1,000 people buying tickets you will have problems and until it changes to buying just a seat (rather than a specific one) those problems will continue. If memory serves me correctly, both Edinburgh and Newcastle give a discount when tickets are purchased in advance. I agree, they should make it you can only pick a seat upto say 30-45 mins before start time and then after then seat are just allocated. If it isnt a sellout why on earth waste time asking people where they want to sit? Its an unwarranted delay for fans entering the stadium. Let peole sit where they want. Early birds get the best seats This is the 21st century, not wooden benches, I will be attending many Belle Vue meetings this year but I've no intention of buying tickets in advance. I live in Yorkshire and the prospect of getting snarled up on the M62/60 and being late or not able to get there at all, is something that is going to happen at some time. I wouldn't take the risk. Nobody is forcing you to, the option is there to buy on the day, Edited May 30, 2016 by Rob B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCB Posted May 30, 2016 Report Share Posted May 30, 2016 (edited) A few more observations in addition to the above. Kacper Woryna, what a brave young man to even turn up and ride and I don't think a single person would have blamed him if he'd taken a few weeks off. Ash Morris, in the past I've said he's a bit of a crap kerb crawler but I wasnhugely impressed today. Rode with 100% effort and made a right nuisance of himself. I'd happily watch him in a Bees jacket again soon. Scored 2+1 more than I expected and be no doubt hat had his bike lasted the 4 laps in heat 14 he'd have got another point. The referee was rubbish. Called Garrity back for jumping, didn't call Sarj back for jumping, yet with Worrall didn't call one back and incorrectly excluded him in another! And how exciting was Richie Worrall?! Edited May 30, 2016 by SCB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERACE Posted May 30, 2016 Report Share Posted May 30, 2016 If it isnt a sellout why on earth waste time asking people where they want to sit? Its an unwarranted delay for fans entering the stadium. Let peole sit where they want. Early birds get the best seats Nonsense, this is a modern venue which should bring speedway into the modern world, you should be able to pick your seat, if i pre pay on my laptop i want to guarentee my seat, not have to turn up hours before just to get where i want. Speedway fans need to get with it not the other way around. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil The Ace Posted May 30, 2016 Report Share Posted May 30, 2016 Just back home from today's awesome belle vue v Coventry meeting. And what a fantastic hard fought victory that was. Both teams gave 110% resulting in some of the best racing around. And this after just 2 EL meetings. A massive well done to those who designed the track. The world cup is going to be fantastic. It was also my first experience out of the grandstand as I got myself a West terrace ticket today (1st bend) and I shan't be moving anytime soon. What a place to watch your speedway. Oh and BTW all you moaning at big queues. That is the norm on a bank holiday meeting. Was the same at the dog track. Swindon and Poole today was also delayed. The racing was superb. Belle vue won and that is all that matters surely. I had a great day. But very sun burnt some how. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oleoleole Posted May 30, 2016 Report Share Posted May 30, 2016 Great to see the riders being able to show us their immense skill and bravery on a big track with plenty of room. Such a different sport to when they are tripping over each other on tight fiddly tracks. Some of the races today really put a smile on your face and reminded you why you are a speedway fan! Extremely jealous of Aces fans who can watch this every week. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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