Stoke Potter Posted September 13, 2018 Report Share Posted September 13, 2018 (edited) 18 hours ago, bruno said: That has to be a joke comment from a Stoke fan, our tracks better than yours Did you actually read what I wrote? Did I say that Stoke was better? If your local track is poor does that prevent you from having an objective opinion about other tracks, and the problems of the sport in general? 16 hours ago, barrybishop said: that's an interesting comment, that our track is still viewed as "pants and needs improvement" out there. I can hand on heart say that I (we) would like a perfect track (even though our riders currently complain because its now really smooth). We have used the motorway plane, that we found in undergrowth, had serviced and is now fully operational, on several occassions this year and the track is now really quite smooth. We made further improvement to the banking to bends 1 and 2 over the year. You may of course be refering to the terrible shale that we put down at the start of the season which we had to take off and we are now using a better quality shale. I guess you can also judge the improvement by the average times this year which have been reduced by over a second and the racing quoted as some of the best ever at the Stadium. We of course continue to put our heart, soul and all that we are into making the Warriors the best night out in speedway and continue track improvement (such as replacing the whole back straight fending last off season) will continue to take place this off season. Hope to see you at the track sometime in 2019 and if you let me know who you are, I will gladly do a track walk with you, show you the improvements we have made, our vision for tomorrow and welcome any thoughts you may have. All the best Barry First of all Barry, can I commend you on your response to my somewhat flippant remark. You appear to have an excellent attitude to the (potentially) paying customer which is something that is all too rare in this sport of ours. Well done on getting the blade back in operation and sorting out the problem of the poor shale, these were not the issues I was referring to though. In my opinion the problems with the track are down to shape, banking and width. I would usually add in material and preparation but, as a promotion with foresight, you appear to be already on top of this. The overall size at 385m is very good so it would be a shame if you significantly shortened the track during any changes you plan to make. The best track in the country is, undoubtedly, Belle Vue. My thoughts for the IoW are simple, make your track like B.V., you are already in the fortunate position of having a large track and also appearing to have space around the circuit to add width to the straights and bends. I would urge you to do exactly that. Of course it may not be possible to do that all in one go but with careful planning the changes could be introduced over a period of time. Every speedway promotion should know that their track is their biggest asset! Invest in it!!! I wish you the best of luck with your efforts and I will certainly attend the speedway next time I am down on the island. My visit will be all the more pleasing if i turn up and see a track similar to Belle Vue! Edited September 14, 2018 by Stoke Potter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruno Posted September 13, 2018 Report Share Posted September 13, 2018 Fair comment 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roxanne Posted September 19, 2018 Report Share Posted September 19, 2018 Was awesome anyone who didn't enjoy that heat is not a speedway fan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IainB Posted September 20, 2018 Report Share Posted September 20, 2018 Yes... But last night's great 13 may be even better! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sidney the robin Posted September 20, 2018 Report Share Posted September 20, 2018 5 hours ago, iainb said: Yes... But last night's great 13 may be even better! It was in a different way !!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moff Posted September 20, 2018 Report Share Posted September 20, 2018 6 hours ago, iainb said: Yes... But last night's great 13 may be even better! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IainB Posted September 21, 2018 Report Share Posted September 21, 2018 12 hours ago, Sidney the robin said: It was in a different way !!! Agreed, as a stand alone race I think it was better, but when you add in what was riding on the 2 races, play off place or KOC Final appearance, maybe the first was better. Just goes to show there are many ingredient that go to make a fantastic race. All I know is I'm privileged to be able to go to the NSS every week at the moment Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sidney the robin Posted September 21, 2018 Report Share Posted September 21, 2018 6 minutes ago, iainb said: Agreed, as a stand alone race I think it was better, but when you add in what was riding on the 2 races, play off place or KOC Final appearance, maybe the first was better. Just goes to show there are many ingredient that go to make a fantastic race. All I know is I'm privileged to be able to go to the NSS every week at the moment What i liked was Craig was forceful on Doyley ( fair) no crying from Jason though i think it is great when Craig works the inside. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IainB Posted September 21, 2018 Report Share Posted September 21, 2018 5 minutes ago, Sidney the robin said: What i liked was Craig was forceful on Doyley ( fair) no crying from Jason though i think it is great when Craig works the inside. Doyley was giving it out in this match too, he forced Berge out on the first turn I one race and effectively ended his race Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sidney the robin Posted September 21, 2018 Report Share Posted September 21, 2018 That track has so many lines Doyle just did not know who to fend off he was hustled out of it.I went to Hyde rd quite alot and i loved it there a brilliant track this track MIGHT be better.???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OveFundinFan Posted September 21, 2018 Report Share Posted September 21, 2018 Maybe Sidney, Maybe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sidney the robin Posted September 21, 2018 Report Share Posted September 21, 2018 9 minutes ago, OveFundinFan said: Maybe Sidney, Maybe Collins/Mort around hyde rd sublime and the great Ivan before them Briggo had alot of success against Ivan at Hyde Rd though Ove.!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fromafar Posted September 21, 2018 Report Share Posted September 21, 2018 Very difficult to defend a lead on this track as the opposition can take that many different lines,Superb racing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sidney the robin Posted September 21, 2018 Report Share Posted September 21, 2018 (edited) On 9/13/2018 at 5:03 PM, barrybishop said: Hey.... we offer a 20% discount via our website so depending on how in advance you know you are travelling the cost fluctuates. Early is obviously better but wrtie to me speedwayontheisland@yahoo.co.uk and I can point you in the right direction. All the best Barry Hi Barry was going to come over for the Birmingham match but the last train home was 9.30 so didnt bother.What ferry is best for me Portsmouth or Southampton ? i live in Swindon.Anyway good luck in the future you and your staff are doing a great job keep up the great work. By the way all the IOW dvd footage on you tube is brilliant as well superb. Edited September 21, 2018 by Sidney the robin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil The Ace Posted September 21, 2018 Report Share Posted September 21, 2018 6 hours ago, Sidney the robin said: That track has so many lines Doyle just did not know who to fend off he was hustled out of it.I went to Hyde rd quite alot and i loved it there a brilliant track this track MIGHT be better.???? IS better Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barrybishop Posted September 26, 2018 Report Share Posted September 26, 2018 On 9/21/2018 at 10:55 AM, Sidney the robin said: Hi Barry was going to come over for the Birmingham match but the last train home was 9.30 so didnt bother.What ferry is best for me Portsmouth or Southampton ? i live in Swindon.Anyway good luck in the future you and your staff are doing a great job keep up the great work. By the way all the IOW dvd footage on you tube is brilliant as well superb. Hi, Either ferry is OK... but I would suggest Portsmouth in my view. One reason for this is the majority of fans, riders, and promoters take the 2300 back over which is a opportunity to chat about the night and speedway in general. If you are by train and the last one is 9.30 this maybe a challenge for you. When you would like to travel let me know and I can put on to our FB page as we have some who come over from the area by car and there may be a space. Many thanks and thank you for the nice feedback about the DVD footage. In my view Andy Hague and Speedwayportal really are doing a super job in this field. Barry 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sidney the robin Posted September 26, 2018 Report Share Posted September 26, 2018 14 minutes ago, barrybishop said: Hi, Either ferry is OK... but I would suggest Portsmouth in my view. One reason for this is the majority of fans, riders, and promoters take the 2300 back over which is a opportunity to chat about the night and speedway in general. If you are by train and the last one is 9.30 this maybe a challenge for you. When you would like to travel let me know and I can put on to our FB page as we have some who come over from the area by car and there may be a space. Many thanks and thank you for the nice feedback about the DVD footage. In my view Andy Hague and Speedwayportal really are doing a super job in this field. Barry Thanks alot Barry great stuff will make it over next year hopefully will stay overnight. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barrybishop Posted September 27, 2018 Report Share Posted September 27, 2018 20 hours ago, Sidney the robin said: Thanks alot Barry great stuff will make it over next year hopefully will stay overnight. when you do come and grab me....always in yellow and blue and we can have a chat on the centre green All the best Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruno Posted September 27, 2018 Report Share Posted September 27, 2018 What a cracking reply ,again . I'm sure Sid can't wait to get over for a meeting now. I honestly don't think there's even one other promoter who would have replied like that. Thumbs up again Barry. Not sure when I'l get over again but I'l certainly find you out just to shake your hand 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barrybishop Posted September 27, 2018 Report Share Posted September 27, 2018 20 minutes ago, bruno said: What a cracking reply ,again . I'm sure Sid can't wait to get over for a meeting now. I honestly don't think there's even one other promoter who would have replied like that. Thumbs up again Barry. Not sure when I'l get over again but I'l certainly find you out just to shake your hand That will be great and I look forward to it. However, I am always happy to get amoungst it anywhere, so if you are at a meeting when I am there... always say hi all the best Barry 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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