YerRopes Posted October 29, 2016 Report Share Posted October 29, 2016 Those were the days.. RIP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Posted October 29, 2016 Report Share Posted October 29, 2016 RIP to the voice of speedway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave the Mic Posted October 29, 2016 Report Share Posted October 29, 2016 I am so terribly saddened by this news. I cut my speedway teeth at Exeter after seeing speedway on World of Sport in the early 70's, with the "Voice of Speedway" providing commentary in his own never equalled, never mind bettered, style. I can still hear his voice now, beautifully toned for the job at hand, coining such fabulous phrases as "That was poetry, poetry on wheels", "High, wide & handsome" & "He's right out on the ring road". His brilliant observations during the likes of PC's world final win, the infamous Penhall/Carter clash in 82, Mauger's incredible win in the rain in Gothenburg & many others, where he held the viewer enthralled with his very own brand of analysis, his unique & brilliant turn of phrase, & that fabulous burr, so perfect for our beloved sport, all of which set him apart as the doyen of his art & very much "Mr Speedway" in the commentary sense. On top of that, having met him more than once, a real gent & a lovely, lovely man. He will be missed. The phrase "they broke the mould when they made him" is often used, but with this man it happens to be true. One of a kind. RIP Dave. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yearbyred Posted October 29, 2016 Report Share Posted October 29, 2016 The fact I can still quote pieces of his commentary 30 years after I first heard them tells you that he was the true "voice of speedway" Sympathies to his family and friends. Hopefully the fact he is so fondly remembered by many will help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liontamer Posted October 29, 2016 Report Share Posted October 29, 2016 RIP Dave,you were very much a part of the best time in speedway, the 1970's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spencebel Posted October 29, 2016 Report Share Posted October 29, 2016 Our condolences to family and friends at this sad time. R.I.P Dave.......... The voice of speedway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ovalman Posted October 29, 2016 Report Share Posted October 29, 2016 Excellent commentator...R.I.P. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STEPHEN 333 Posted October 29, 2016 Report Share Posted October 29, 2016 Very sad news, great commentator, wonderful person, R.I.P. Dave Lanning Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WembleyLion Posted October 29, 2016 Report Share Posted October 29, 2016 As many have said the voice of Speedway - R.I.P. Dave Lanning Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert72 Posted October 29, 2016 Report Share Posted October 29, 2016 Very Sad news, i was lucky to meet him and his family many times, he is a very special part of speedway history and his commentary was top class.RIP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noggin Posted October 29, 2016 Report Share Posted October 29, 2016 Simply the best, RIP Dave. Thoughts with friends and family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shale Searcher Posted October 29, 2016 Report Share Posted October 29, 2016 "We can put a man on the moon, but can't get a helmet cover to stay on" Or words to that effect... Priceless, best speedway commentator, bar none at speedway and darts..... Was speaking about him only this morning on the way to Beaumont Park to take down the airfence...... RIP Dave Lanning, best wishes to his family and friends.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinmauger Posted October 29, 2016 Report Share Posted October 29, 2016 Terrific commentator, so many of my early experiences and memories of speedway on TV were brilliantly described by Dave. Of Ivan Mauger (1973 World Final): "Here comes Mauger around the outside, come on Ivan my son!" Of Peter Collins (several times): "And Collins goes high, wide and handsome". And so many more. RIP.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Beevers Posted October 30, 2016 Report Share Posted October 30, 2016 Superb commentator and condolences to his family and friends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tyretrax Posted October 30, 2016 Report Share Posted October 30, 2016 R.I.P. Big Man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terrace Grumbler Posted October 30, 2016 Report Share Posted October 30, 2016 Sadly gone, but we shan't forget him. RIP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halifaxtiger Posted October 30, 2016 Report Share Posted October 30, 2016 (edited) Dave used to write some excellent articles in the Speedway Star too. He had 'laugh with Lanning' (I think was it) and was a very talented and witty contributor. I always used to love how he penned his articles. He had a certain charisma to his writing about speedway riders and knew the sport thoroughly. Very well respected man and a close fan of the Pirates. Thanks Dave. He had his own column in Speedy Star for many years with a style all of his own ' Belle Vue's Mort who is rarely outfought' was one that I remember from the 80's. He was also a successful speedway promoter at West Ham and Eastbourne, and at the time can only have been in his 20's or early 30's. I am not as much of a knocker of Messrs Pearson & Tatum as some, but they aren't a patch on this chap. Fitting tribute from Barry Hearn that applies just as much to speedway : 'Dave was one of the pioneers of televised darts and his dulcet tones entertained us for over 30 years. He gave us so many great memories with eloquence and style behind the microphone. He is now reunited with his old sparring partner Sid Waddell, and they can share a drink together again tonight.' Edited October 30, 2016 by Halifaxtiger 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midland Red Posted October 30, 2016 Report Share Posted October 30, 2016 Simply the best! Thanks for the memories RIP Dave Lanning Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfsbane Posted October 30, 2016 Report Share Posted October 30, 2016 ITV, World of Sport, Speedway, Dave Lanning. Nuff said. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grachan Posted October 30, 2016 Report Share Posted October 30, 2016 Boxing - Harry Carpenter Horse Racing - Peter O'Sullivan Cricket - Brian Johnston Formula One - Murray Walker Speedway? - Well, who else? 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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