Arch Stanton Posted March 21, 2017 Report Share Posted March 21, 2017 (edited) Gino has tweeted he's coming back to the UK at the end of June "Back on twitter with big news!! IM COMMING BACK TO UK! End of June! More details soon!" Assuming it's not just a holiday, wonder where he's riding. Edited March 21, 2017 by Arch Stanton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldyman Posted March 21, 2017 Report Share Posted March 21, 2017 Probably at King's Lynn in the world cup Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sings4Speedway Posted March 21, 2017 Report Share Posted March 21, 2017 USA dream team visiting Kent on 26th June. Wouldn't be at all surprised if Gino features in that meeting 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldyman Posted March 21, 2017 Report Share Posted March 21, 2017 Good call Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Blue Posted March 21, 2017 Report Share Posted March 21, 2017 Practice day 1 complete, a good few laps completed by the team. They all seemed to be using the old lines though, very little of the new inner kerb being utilised apart from when they were doing starting practice with the tapes. Newman guilty of breaking the tapes twice, getting it out of the way before Saturday hopefully! Outside line not used at all by anyone, I imagine that there's still no grip out there for overtaking. A pleasant afternoon out with a nice breakfast in the Diner, beats the hell out of working. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldyman Posted March 21, 2017 Report Share Posted March 21, 2017 (edited) I can't believe no one tried late dives up the inside and a line switch. Or are they gonna wait till someone does it to them Did the rider off the inside always come out of corner first?? Wish I knew you were taking day off, I would have as well. Maybe next year Edited March 21, 2017 by baldyman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Blue Posted March 21, 2017 Report Share Posted March 21, 2017 I can't believe no one tried late dives up the inside and a line switch. Or are they gonna wait till someone does it to them Did the rider off the inside always come out of corner first?? Wish I knew you were taking day off, I would have as well. Maybe next year To be fair most I think were getting used to being on a bike again, when they tried with the tapes Newman took the inside line on the first bend and went past Covatti who had got out first. I think there will ultimately be more lines this year. As far as taking a day off was concerned I had some holiday left which had to be used by the end of March, it was pure coincidence. Apparently next practice is on Thursday at 2pm, I may pop along again as I'm missing Saturdays meeting. Out of all of the guys Danny looked most comfortable and quick. To me Rory is going to be a very very good heat leader at this level. I don't think Nico has been on his bike too much up to now but I'm sure will come good. Kyle started by looking a tad uncomfortable on the track but got used to it pretty quickly. Cam is what he is and should certainly improve his average this year. Connor and Danyon both seemed to get on very well considering neither completed last year through injury. Practice is always very difficult to judge how fast they are going but generally all was looking good to me. It's great that with the cafe being open that they can't deny access to the practice days, things might change in future years though. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2ndbendbeerhut Posted March 21, 2017 Report Share Posted March 21, 2017 It's great that with the cafe being open that they can't deny access to the practice days, things might change in future years though. Great idea huh? pity i was busy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dontforgetthefueltapsbruv Posted March 21, 2017 Report Share Posted March 21, 2017 Great idea huh? pity i was busy Not at work today then? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2ndbendbeerhut Posted March 21, 2017 Report Share Posted March 21, 2017 Not at work today then? that was the problem... i wasnt busy so unable to get to Foxhall! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badge Posted March 21, 2017 Report Share Posted March 21, 2017 From EADT - Ritchie: http://www.eadt.co.uk/sport/ritchie_hawkins_we_will_always_do_the_right_thing_for_the_ipswich_witches_1_4941519 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badge Posted March 22, 2017 Report Share Posted March 22, 2017 A lovely piece in EADT by Mike Bacon on Ipswich Witches 1950 to present day http://www.ipswichstar.co.uk/sport/speedway/a_proud_history_and_a_proud_club_ipswich_witches_a_timeline_1_4942594 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89buttons Posted March 22, 2017 Report Share Posted March 22, 2017 Practice day 1 complete, a good few laps completed by the team. They all seemed to be using the old lines though, very little of the new inner kerb being utilised apart from when they were doing starting practice with the tapes. Newman guilty of breaking the tapes twice, getting it out of the way before Saturday hopefully! Outside line not used at all by anyone, I imagine that there's still no grip out there for overtaking. A pleasant afternoon out with a nice breakfast in the Diner, beats the hell out of working. So fans can gain access for the practice this year??? Didn't know this! Does it apply for tomorrow afternoon too?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dontforgetthefueltapsbruv Posted March 22, 2017 Report Share Posted March 22, 2017 So fans can gain access for the practice this year??? Didn't know this! Does it apply for tomorrow afternoon too??Dont think that practice is officially open to the public but Di's Diner is open serving refreshments - if you just happen to glance over and see some practice thats a bonus for you....😉 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldyman Posted March 22, 2017 Report Share Posted March 22, 2017 Hope the weather is better for the riders tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Blue Posted March 22, 2017 Report Share Posted March 22, 2017 (edited) So fans can gain access for the practice this year??? Didn't know this! Does it apply for tomorrow afternoon too?? Diner is definitely open, I was there for the whole of practice, personally I had a couple of cuppa's and a breakfast which cost a fiver and was rather nice. I also went walkabout around the stadium with no problems at all. Of course you don't have to eat but as its the only reason you can officially go in it would be prudent to use the facilities. Think I might have another look tomorrow weather permitting. Edited March 22, 2017 by Super Blue 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldyman Posted March 22, 2017 Report Share Posted March 22, 2017 I'm defo going for a coffee next season Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Blue Posted March 22, 2017 Report Share Posted March 22, 2017 I'm defo going for a coffee next season Assuming that the Diner is still open that is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89buttons Posted March 23, 2017 Report Share Posted March 23, 2017 Diner is definitely open, I was there for the whole of practice, personally I had a couple of cuppa's and a breakfast which cost a fiver and was rather nice. I also went walkabout around the stadium with no problems at all. Of course you don't have to eat but as its the only reason you can officially go in it would be prudent to use the facilities. Think I might have another look tomorrow weather permitting. Ah I see! May have to make a little trip out after work this afternoon then! Hopefully the diner will still be open around 3pm 😬 Cheers for the info Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Blue Posted March 23, 2017 Report Share Posted March 23, 2017 (edited) When I called in last week the lady in the Diner said she was open 10am till 3pm but on Tuesday she said she was there till 5pm so not sure of exact hours. If you do go make yourself known, always good to meet other forum members. I'll probably be there weather permitting of course. Edited March 23, 2017 by Super Blue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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