Halifaxtiger Posted December 16, 2016 Report Share Posted December 16, 2016 (edited) Bet the west row faithful are doing cartwheels of delight. Was always likely due to his connections but hasn't really improved over 2 seasons and at times can be borderline dangerous to himself & others. Has the potential if his kit is upgraded as its pretty pants but i suspect he will be at reserve pretty quickly and nullify the potent threat from Jenkins. From comments on the facebook page they are pretty pleased, yes. Indeed, a number suggested that they wanted him back. Its true he lets his throttle hand rule his head a bit and falls off a lot but I think he has real ability. Get someone decent in his corner and he could make a lot of progress. On 3.10 I'd say he is a very good signing. Edited December 16, 2016 by Halifaxtiger 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Islander15 Posted December 16, 2016 Report Share Posted December 16, 2016 From comments on the facebook page they are pretty pleased, yes. Indeed, a number suggested that they wanted him back. Its true he lets his throttle hand rule his head a bit and falls off a lot but I think he has real ability. Get someone decent in his corner and he could make a lot of progress. On 3.10 I'd say he is a very good signing. Exactly, the potential is there and he's on a handy average. He's a far better signing than a 3.00 novice who isn't really ready. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bunce Posted December 17, 2016 Report Share Posted December 17, 2016 Although I am a Kings Lynn supporter, living near Norwich gives me frequent opportunities to visit Mildenhall on Sunday afternoons. Have I missed something regarding the issues with a noise complaint from a misguided neighbour, who threatened to call a halt to Speedway at West Row? Obviously Mildenhall is running in 2017, so perhaps some kind soul could enlighten me as to the outcome of that issue? Was it resolved, or is the threat still there? I'm hoping there was a satisfactory solution to all the parties involved, and I can continue to enjoy Speedway at Mildenhall in the future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halifaxtiger Posted December 17, 2016 Report Share Posted December 17, 2016 Although I am a Kings Lynn supporter, living near Norwich gives me frequent opportunities to visit Mildenhall on Sunday afternoons. Have I missed something regarding the issues with a noise complaint from a misguided neighbour, who threatened to call a halt to Speedway at West Row? Obviously Mildenhall is running in 2017, so perhaps some kind soul could enlighten me as to the outcome of that issue? Was it resolved, or is the threat still there? I'm hoping there was a satisfactory solution to all the parties involved, and I can continue to enjoy Speedway at Mildenhall in the future. The stadium was sold to Spedeworth who, I am pretty certain, bought the house in question (or what was left of it). As such, I am also pretty certain that this situation no longer exists. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bunce Posted December 17, 2016 Report Share Posted December 17, 2016 Thanks for the info Halifaxtiger. I don't follow the Mildenhall news quite as closely as the Kings Lynn news, and although I knew it was an ongoing problem, and a definite threat to the existance of the Club, I couldn't remember reading anywhere what the outcome was. Hopefully that means the future of the site is secure, which is excellent news. Thanks again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
szkocjasid Posted December 19, 2016 Report Share Posted December 19, 2016 Mildenhall have got a good looking team so far i reckon! Guess Jordan Jenkins is your trump card! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TurnTwo Posted December 19, 2016 Report Share Posted December 19, 2016 Very very long tail though if Say Parker is the other reserve: Jenkins will move to 4 verge at 2 (who isn't a number 2) especially around mildenhall. Ruddick and Parker at reserve aren't exactly world beaters, I predict mildenhall to just miss out on the play offs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sings4Speedway Posted December 19, 2016 Report Share Posted December 19, 2016 Very very long tail though if Say Parker is the other reserve: Jenkins will move to 4 verge at 2 (who isn't a number 2) especially around mildenhall. Ruddick and Parker at reserve aren't exactly world beaters, I predict mildenhall to just miss out on the play offs I think thats the danger for a lot of teams this season with a "star" reserve. It only works if they can be kept at reserve like Brum managed this season otherwise the threat is neutralised when they move into the main body of the team. The top 3 is as good as anybodys but if any of them have a off night/afternoon im not sure the tail is capable of picking up the slack? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Islander15 Posted December 19, 2016 Report Share Posted December 19, 2016 Very very long tail though if Say Parker is the other reserve: Jenkins will move to 4 verge at 2 (who isn't a number 2) especially around mildenhall. Ruddick and Parker at reserve aren't exactly world beaters, I predict mildenhall to just miss out on the play offs The top 4 (including Jenkins) should provide enough heat winners to beat enough bottom half teams away to give them a play-off spot. Add to that 6 of their likely 7 have been previous Feb Tigers, they'll be very strong at home. Admittedly Ruddick and Parker won't be strong reserves, but they're definitely not useless either and have done enough laps round West Row to be alright all season and in the play-offs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speedway28 Posted December 19, 2016 Author Report Share Posted December 19, 2016 I have a feeling Parker won't be number seven. Decent side though, shame that Coles had to leave but one of the top four had too. If Mountain is fully fit he should improve further. Verge should score a few everywhere he goes, he improved a lot last year. If it doesn't work, I'd expect Bebee to take his place if he fully recovers from his serious injuries. Ruddick is definitely worth the risk on 3.10 average. From the press release, he has Connor Coles' mechanic from last season working with him in 2017 so sure that will help him improve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fentigers lad Posted December 19, 2016 Report Share Posted December 19, 2016 If you replace Verge and the unannounced final rider with Bowtell and Hampshire, which I suspect was the original plan, the team would have been nearly league winning in my opinion. Unfortunately this hasn't come off but with a final signing that can improve their average I suspect we will be there or there-abouts for the play-offs, subject to Connor Mountain returning from injury OK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halifaxtiger Posted December 19, 2016 Report Share Posted December 19, 2016 I think thats the danger for a lot of teams this season with a "star" reserve. It only works if they can be kept at reserve like Brum managed this season otherwise the threat is neutralised when they move into the main body of the team. The top 3 is as good as anybodys but if any of them have a off night/afternoon im not sure the tail is capable of picking up the slack? Mildenhall won't be the only team with 3 or 4 points between their heat leaders and the second strings - Isle of Wight are already like it, and Cradley are too. Simple truth is most teams will have what looks like a top heavy side because there are very few 5 or 6 point riders available. Its a little early to tell, but I think that's a very decent team. Jenkins is good - and I mean good - Armstrong can improve but the one I think will surprise everyone is Ruddick. He's definitely got some real ability and just needs to channel it better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AntiqueSteve Posted January 6, 2017 Report Share Posted January 6, 2017 Does anybody know if we are close to announcing the final rider ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Thumb Posted January 6, 2017 Report Share Posted January 6, 2017 Was a post on their facebook page yesterday that they were going to announce final rider tonight, but now said it's delayed and hope to announce next week. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mac101 Posted January 6, 2017 Report Share Posted January 6, 2017 Not many good 3.28 pointers going around but think Jordon will move up after first ave change and Luke will be at reserve so will still have a good reserve there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mac101 Posted January 6, 2017 Report Share Posted January 6, 2017 Sam woods signs as last rider 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Islander15 Posted January 6, 2017 Report Share Posted January 6, 2017 (edited) Probably the best 3 pointer left out there (excluding those rumoured to Belle Vue Storm). It's an impressive side and should make the play-offs imo. Edited January 6, 2017 by Islander15 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TurnTwo Posted January 6, 2017 Report Share Posted January 6, 2017 I know I've already said it, but that is one very top heavy side and they are banking on Jenkins being a wonder kid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nathan Mole Posted January 6, 2017 Report Share Posted January 6, 2017 Yeah and Jenkins already showed last season he will be a wonder kid with an 8point average from what meetings he did last season 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teaboy279 Posted January 7, 2017 Report Share Posted January 7, 2017 Gotta agree, Jenkins will only be at reserve for a month. Then it will most likely be number 1 or 5. Adzmft often live broadcast Jenkins pre meeting spins as a 14 yr old, and he often clocked times similar to heat 1 of the meeting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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