Bagpuss Posted August 5, 2018 Report Share Posted August 5, 2018 Erik Riss signs in place of Garrity. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g13webb Posted August 6, 2018 Report Share Posted August 6, 2018 On 7/30/2018 at 7:02 AM, g13webb said: I've got no problems with Simon Lambert as our weak reserve, although given the choice I would prefer Andersen. Andersen is the new chap on the block and learning all the time. I must be very different riding our varied tracks compared to those aboard, remember everywhere he goes is new to him. I'm sure given the time to learn he will eventually be a far better rider than what Lambert is. When Dale was assembling this years team, he did so with 2 strong heat leaders and 4 solid middle-order, riders making up the nucleus of the team, that enabled us to always have a quality rider in the reserve berth. This was the main reason behind his selection, and unlike some other teams, he was making a provision to always have them reserve places covered.... Although Rose was a big lost, he has been amply covered by MPT. but replacing Kerr is even more important. We have to find someone who will be far better than the reserve status and score points for fun, just as Lewis often did. Although exciting to watch at times, I have never been a Garrity lover. He always over rides, he is erratic, he's a liability , but most of all he is unreliable and that is what we want most of all.. Unless we can find someone to fill Kerr's big boots, our chances of any success will diminish quickly..... I made no secret of my feelings of Garrity and see the acquisition of Erik Riss a big scoop. He is someone who can be relied upon to help the Star's cause. A big well done to Dale Buster and the promotion for making it happen... 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waytogo28 Posted August 6, 2018 Report Share Posted August 6, 2018 I am often a critic of the KLS promotion but can only now offer a Standing Ovation for this team change. Eric Riss should add a lot of spice to the rest of the season. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel Smith Posted August 6, 2018 Report Share Posted August 6, 2018 I'd like to think my tweet to Dale may of had an influence in the decision. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevebrum Posted August 6, 2018 Report Share Posted August 6, 2018 This signing has the potential to secure the Stars a play off play. Congratulations, good move. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foreverblue Posted August 6, 2018 Report Share Posted August 6, 2018 Erik Riss for Garrity is a very good change, shame for Garrity but Riss is riding very well at the moment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Shovlar Posted August 6, 2018 Report Share Posted August 6, 2018 Yes a strengthening move no doubt. Can’t help thinking if Poole had done this there would be pages slating us for disregarding a Brit though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TesarRacing Posted August 6, 2018 Report Share Posted August 6, 2018 26 minutes ago, Steve Shovlar said: Yes a strengthening move no doubt. Can’t help thinking if Poole had done this there would be pages slating us for disregarding a Brit though. Not really. Comparing KL use of Brits and Pooles over the years.................... 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinny Posted August 6, 2018 Report Share Posted August 6, 2018 A no brainer. Riss is making big strides and will be a good addition to the top flight. Garrity very spectacular and exciting, but far too out of control to make it much further than he has. Remember seeing him in the Conference League at Newport and he obviously had talent but was out of control a lot. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foreverblue Posted August 6, 2018 Report Share Posted August 6, 2018 1 hour ago, Steve Shovlar said: Yes a strengthening move no doubt. Can’t help thinking if Poole had done this there would be pages slating us for disregarding a Brit though. And no congratulations for having two Brits in the team. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justathought Posted August 6, 2018 Report Share Posted August 6, 2018 Very good signing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Scrutton Posted August 6, 2018 Report Share Posted August 6, 2018 Pity we can't have our other German back Looks to be in good form this year (2nd in the German championship) and would be on a low average as far as i can tell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Najjer Posted August 6, 2018 Report Share Posted August 6, 2018 Great signing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bald Bloke Posted August 6, 2018 Author Report Share Posted August 6, 2018 4 hours ago, Steve Shovlar said: Yes a strengthening move no doubt. Can’t help thinking if Poole had done this there would be pages slating us for disregarding a Brit though. They probably would tbh. But Lynn don't have a history of it, unlike the 20w 50 Pirates 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob B Posted August 6, 2018 Report Share Posted August 6, 2018 Lynn managed to fit Riss in exactly on the point limit, they had 6.10 available. So Rose and Kerr now been replaced by Palm Toft and Riss, so much stronger now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Connor Posted August 6, 2018 Report Share Posted August 6, 2018 Bit of a shame Garrity didn't get a chance to prove himself. Hope its not the last we see of him! I wonder what changed Riss's mind. I thought he didn't fancy the travel? Good Signing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g13webb Posted August 6, 2018 Report Share Posted August 6, 2018 1 hour ago, Danny Connor said: Bit of a shame Garrity didn't get a chance to prove himself. Hope its not the last we see of him! I wonder what changed Riss's mind. I thought he didn't fancy the travel? Good Signing Another time, another place, it might have worked out. They say 'you reap what you sow' and this saying is never far for the truth. He has loads of ability , but always over does it. Spends too much time failing off, spends to much time injured, he will never reaps the rewards his ability is capable off because of his reckfullness. I remember when he was reserve at Cardiff SGP and came in a late race. He missed the gate, then when last he made a desperate lunge inside of Robert Lambert when there wasn't a space. They both came a cropper. Such a predictable outcome to a ridiculous move. He does it all the time and he wonders why they have such a bad opinion of him. If he was to concentrate on sensible riding he could easily become a better rider, that fans want to have in their team... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bagpuss Posted August 6, 2018 Report Share Posted August 6, 2018 I like Garrity, yes he falls off too often but he's not frightened to get stuck in and is exciting to watch. However Riss is a better option right now and makes us stronger. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waytogo28 Posted August 7, 2018 Report Share Posted August 7, 2018 14 hours ago, g13webb said: Another time, another place, it might have worked out. They say 'you reap what you sow' and this saying is never far for the truth. He has loads of ability , but always over does it. Spends too much time failing off, spends to much time injured, he will never reaps the rewards his ability is capable off because of his reckfullness. I remember when he was reserve at Cardiff SGP and came in a late race. He missed the gate, then when last he made a desperate lunge inside of Robert Lambert when there wasn't a space. They both came a cropper. Such a predictable outcome to a ridiculous move. He does it all the time and he wonders why they have such a bad opinion of him. If he was to concentrate on sensible riding he could easily become a better rider, that fans want to have in their team... Exactly my thinking and why I am not in favour of him in the team. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g13webb Posted August 9, 2018 Report Share Posted August 9, 2018 Seeing Erik Riss last night was so pleasing to the eye. Making his home debut for the Stars he had it all in abundance. Not standing on ceremony for anyone, he mixed and battled all the way. His body language was amazing and his ability was there for all to see. Loved the way he laid on the bike 'Long Track' style going down the back straight. A wonderful acquisition that will benefit the team big time… Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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