mikebv Posted June 4, 2016 Report Share Posted June 4, 2016 (edited) When you consider the millions of people that live in the area, they should have crowds far bigger than most other clubs.Same could be said for so, so many others too Steve... For a sport that invariably has just one team, and no other allowed, within around 30 miles or so it really does under sell itself A virtual monopoly of the local conurbations in many areas around the country yet 0.1%, or even much less, of those people who dwell there attend... Still, on the positive side, it means clubs have a huge potential market on their doorsteps should they ever get the sport marketed right and their own teams brand in the consciousness of the locals. Edited June 4, 2016 by mikebv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikec Posted June 4, 2016 Report Share Posted June 4, 2016 Another enjoyable match at Belle Vue tonight & another 3 valuable league points for the Aces, against a battling Lakeside Hammers side. Though not quite as spectacular as the Coventry fixture, there was still plenty of exciting racing on offer, Steve Worrall at the heart of much of it. I almost look forward to him going from 15m handicap now! He has to be a good bet for a rostrum place at the British Final on current home form. Lakeside contributed plenty, particularly through their reserves with both Bridger & Mear clearly taking a liking to the new track. Nilsson looked quick & a threat all night despite not winning a race. AJ had a bit of a "nearly not quite" sort of meeting, no lack of effort, & no shame in losing to a rejuvenated (& flying) Craig Cook in the later heats either. Wouldn't be surprised to see these two sides meet again come playoff time. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Voice Of Reason Posted June 5, 2016 Report Share Posted June 5, 2016 Same could be said for so, so many others too Steve... For a sport that invariably has just one team, and no other allowed, within around 30 miles or so it really does under sell itself A virtual monopoly of the local conurbations in many areas around the country yet 0.1%, or even much less, of those people who dwell there attend. To be fair though, don't most people with an ankle tag need to be home indoors by 9pm at weekends? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aces51 Posted June 5, 2016 Report Share Posted June 5, 2016 (edited) I I think Bridger could be the difference, if he scores anything like 15+ it could be very close. If he doesn't ride well then 50-40. I should have bought a lottery ticket this week. Some good races with plenty of passing although not as many as on Monday. Steve Worrall was exceptional, winning heat 9 easily despite starting 15 metres behind. Cook was also on top form after his first race blip and it was good to see Jacobs get a race win. Zagar was unfortunate to have engine problems when leading and showed his class when picking off Jonsson in heat 13. Lakeside put up a good fight, none of their riders were dominant but all put in workmanlike performance apart from Kerr who struggled in the 1-5. It looked to be a good crowd again, about double what we were getting at the dog track. Greater Manchester is a huge conurbation but the problem is the number of other major entertainment attractions available. Hopefully, the excellent facilities and good racing will mean that new fans will be attracted by what they hear and be more likely to come back when they see what is on offer. Edited June 5, 2016 by Aces51 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woz01 Posted June 5, 2016 Report Share Posted June 5, 2016 When you consider the millions of people that live in the area, they should have crowds far bigger than most other clubs. Manchester has a hell of a lot to offer entertainment wise. Just down the road the Etihad Stadium had Coldplay playing. All very well saying big catchment areas but that usually means more competition too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sommelier Posted June 5, 2016 Report Share Posted June 5, 2016 Well if Flange walked straight in it couldn't have been that big...It was a very good crowd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hyderd Posted June 5, 2016 Report Share Posted June 5, 2016 Same could be said for so, so many others too Steve... For a sport that invariably has just one team, and no other allowed, within around 30 miles or so it really does under sell itself A virtual monopoly of the local conurbations in many areas around the country yet 0.1%, or even much less, of those people who dwell there attend... Still, on the positive side, it means clubs have a huge potential market on their doorsteps should they ever get the sport marketed right and their own teams brand in the consciousness of the locals. Unfortunately in India and Pakistan they love their Cricket 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bellevueace Posted June 5, 2016 Report Share Posted June 5, 2016 When you consider the millions of people that live in the area, they should have crowds far bigger than most other clubs. Thats true in one sense in another we have two premier league teams, numerous lower league teams, county cricket, rugby league, the national cycling centre, boxing at the arena, etc, far more competetion than where most teams are situated. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikebv Posted June 5, 2016 Report Share Posted June 5, 2016 Unfortunately in India and Pakistan they love their Cricket I once presumed that the 'Tamil Tigers' must be a sub continent Speedway team.....!!! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob B Posted June 5, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 5, 2016 Disappointed to only see a couple of Lakeside fans there. I know its a long way (we have to do it on a Friday!) but thought on a Saturday with great weather quite a few would have come up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
liam Posted June 5, 2016 Report Share Posted June 5, 2016 Disappointed to only see a couple of Lakeside fans there. I know its a long way (we have to do it on a Friday!) but thought on a Saturday with great weather quite a few would have come up.Not being funny but how would you know if someone was a Lakeside fan or not? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob B Posted June 5, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 5, 2016 Not being funny but how would you know if someone was a Lakeside fan or not? Cheering, clapping etc when they got a 5-1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcon Hammer Posted June 5, 2016 Report Share Posted June 5, 2016 (edited) Cheering, clapping etc when they got a 5-1 I was in the west stand, but ended up cheering Stevie Worrall most of the time 😀 Can't believe some are saying the racing wasn't as good as v Coventry - must've been some meeting, because it was superb last night; would've been lauded at any other track Edited June 5, 2016 by Falcon Hammer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Shovlar Posted June 5, 2016 Report Share Posted June 5, 2016 (edited) Sods law when Poole ride the A fixture it will be a Monday night meeting meaning we will only bring up a handfull. For the bank holiday meeting a few of us are looking into flying up from Southampton to Manchester. How easy would it be to get from Manchester airport to the track? How far is it? Think the B fixture is afternoon meeting meaning we could fly up, watch the meeting then head back to the airport for an evening return. Edited June 5, 2016 by Steve Shovlar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
liam Posted June 5, 2016 Report Share Posted June 5, 2016 Cheering, clapping etc when they got a 5-1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob B Posted June 5, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 5, 2016 I was in the west stand, but ended up cheering Stevie Worrall most of the time Can't believe some are saying the racing wasn't as good as v Coventry - must've been some meeting, because it was superb last night; would've been lauded at any other track Yep last night was good, Coventry meeting was even better. Seemed slicker last night. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikec Posted June 5, 2016 Report Share Posted June 5, 2016 I was in the west stand, but ended up cheering Stevie Worrall most of the time Can't believe some are saying the racing wasn't as good as v Coventry - must've been some meeting, because it was superb last night; would've been lauded at any other track Great to read to enjoyed last night's match, was only post-interval where the Aces got away. Really enjoyable meeting last night, but the Coventry match was better, hope it finds it's way online sometime, a must watch. Sods law when Poole ride the A fixture it will be a Monday night meeting meaning we will only bring up a handfull. For the bank holiday meeting a few of us are looking into flying up from Southampton to Manchester. How easy would it be to get from Manchester airport to the track? How far is it? Think the B fixture is afternoon meeting meaning we could fly up, watch the meeting then head back to the airport for an evening return. About 10 miles from the airport to NSS, a group of you in a minibus it'll be cheap as chips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob B Posted June 5, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 5, 2016 (edited) Sods law when Poole ride the A fixture it will be a Monday night meeting meaning we will only bring up a handfull. For the bank holiday meeting a few of us are looking into flying up from Southampton to Manchester. How easy would it be to get from Manchester airport to the track? How far is it? Think the B fixture is afternoon meeting meaning we could fly up, watch the meeting then head back to the airport for an evening return. That meeting starts at 12.00. Its about 10 mile drive from airport to track, don't know how much that would cost in a taxi, Can get train from airport to Manchester Piccadilly and the bus to Belle Vue. Would take 45 mins according to google Edited June 5, 2016 by Rob B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hyderd Posted June 6, 2016 Report Share Posted June 6, 2016 Not being funny but how would you know if someone was a Lakeside fan or not? They have a rhyming slang. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hyderd Posted June 6, 2016 Report Share Posted June 6, 2016 Sods law when Poole ride the A fixture it will be a Monday night meeting meaning we will only bring up a handfull. For the bank holiday meeting a few of us are looking into flying up from Southampton to Manchester. How easy would it be to get from Manchester airport to the track? How far is it? Think the B fixture is afternoon meeting meaning we could fly up, watch the meeting then head back to the airport for an evening return. That meeting starts at 12.00. Its about 10 mile drive from airport to track, don't know how much that would cost in a taxi, Can get train from airport to Manchester Piccadilly and the bus to Belle Vue. Would take 45 mins according to google If you choose this option when you get of the train go out by the front entrance, head for piccadilly you will find the 203 bus stop just before entering Piccadilly Gardens (there is a Cycle Republic store right opposite the bus stop). Ask the driver to put you off at the Showcase Cinema complex (buy a day rider ticket for £4 its cheaper), the Stadium is at the back and can be found by walking through the Cinema car park. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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