IronScorpion Posted December 8, 2018 Report Share Posted December 8, 2018 It should be just British riders but the rule states ANY riders that has competed in the NL (NDL & Conference leagues, previously) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fromafar Posted December 8, 2018 Report Share Posted December 8, 2018 2 hours ago, Najjer said: So narrow minded. Surely any help for British riders is better than promoting more foreigners, wherher they are 15 or 45? Its riders like Harris that are taking the money out of the sport that they can’t afford,although it’s not his fault if the Promotions pay up to his demands. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fred5 Posted December 8, 2018 Report Share Posted December 8, 2018 2 hours ago, Najjer said: So narrow minded. Surely any help for British riders is better than promoting more foreigners, wherher they are 15 or 45? Well said that man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uluru Posted December 8, 2018 Report Share Posted December 8, 2018 Your regulation granting a reduction for Third Division-trained riders is fine, and as the old guard like Harris, and the colonials such as Morris, Schlein and Wethers retire, the intended result of the rule will kick in to promote Brits-only ... Look at it in the long term, don't scream and shout about Chris Harris, etc. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
topsoil Posted December 8, 2018 Report Share Posted December 8, 2018 5 hours ago, Uluru said: Your regulation granting a reduction for Third Division-trained riders is fine, and as the old guard like Harris, and the colonials such as Morris, Schlein and Wethers retire, the intended result of the rule will kick in to promote Brits-only ... Look at it in the long term, don't scream and shout about Chris Harris, etc. Unfortunately speedway fans, promoters and most people within the sport rarely see the long term. If it isn't working straight away, ideas are binned. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rustyre bel1 Posted December 11, 2018 Report Share Posted December 11, 2018 Who is Charles Wright signing for most teams are complete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tsunami Posted December 11, 2018 Report Share Posted December 11, 2018 30 minutes ago, rustyre bel1 said: Who is Charles Wright signing for most teams are complete I hope it is Newcastle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghosty Posted December 11, 2018 Report Share Posted December 11, 2018 On 11/28/2018 at 7:29 PM, Ghosty said: I still don't think the penny has dropped with most promotions (including Somerset) the fans & sponsors you do have support the team & riders you had, they bond with the riders & that bond/ support grows. When you have wholesale changes from one season to the next that bond has been lost! If you favorite, second, third & forth favorite riders has gone from the previous season then you may seriously consider continuing your support for YOUR team. I am surprised that I haven't had much response to my previous post, please what do others think? It does seem the vast majority of Somerset faithful where looking forward to seeing the "promised" Charles Wright teamed with Jake Allen & Bradley Wilson Dean wearing the Rebels colours in 2019 even with the announcement that we were in the Championship, none are on the way... It now look's like the only OAPs concessions on offer for 2019 are the signing of 2 OAPs (in speedway terms) of Bomber & Roo Boy! The thing with the Oak Tree Arena is with the right riders you get brilliant speedway, does the current 2019 lineup contain those "wright" riders? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidewinder Posted December 11, 2018 Report Share Posted December 11, 2018 2 hours ago, Tsunami said: I hope it is Newcastle. Charles Wright. Newcastle. Really. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tsunami Posted December 11, 2018 Report Share Posted December 11, 2018 18 minutes ago, sidewinder said: Charles Wright. Newcastle. Really. Yes, class rider. I nearly signed him in about 2003 for my Gems team, so have watched his progress ever since. Why not ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidewinder Posted December 11, 2018 Report Share Posted December 11, 2018 4 minutes ago, Tsunami said: Yes, class rider. I nearly signed him in about 2003 for my Gems team, so have watched his progress ever since. Why not ? He likes riding at Newcastle that much, that two years ago, he gave up his British semi final spot, so that Jason Garritty (might have been Ben Barker) could ride in his place. That's how much he wants to be at Newcastle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tsunami Posted December 11, 2018 Report Share Posted December 11, 2018 1 minute ago, sidewinder said: He likes riding at Newcastle that much, that two years ago, he gave up his British semi final spot, so that Jason Garritty (might have been Ben Barker) could ride in his place. That's how much he wants to be at Newcastle. His loss then. I'll look out for a breakdown on the motorway when his team is due to ride at our place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starman2006 Posted December 11, 2018 Report Share Posted December 11, 2018 36 minutes ago, sidewinder said: Charles Wright. Newcastle. Really. Think he'l be a Somerset. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EnglishRoundabout Posted December 11, 2018 Report Share Posted December 11, 2018 Starry, please tell me that’s a tongue in cheek comment? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Najjer Posted December 12, 2018 Report Share Posted December 12, 2018 19 hours ago, Ghosty said: I am surprised that I haven't had much response to my previous post, please what do others think? It does seem the vast majority of Somerset faithful where looking forward to seeing the "promised" Charles Wright teamed with Jake Allen & Bradley Wilson Dean wearing the Rebels colours in 2019 even with the announcement that we were in the Championship, none are on the way... It now look's like the only OAPs concessions on offer for 2019 are the signing of 2 OAPs (in speedway terms) of Bomber & Roo Boy! The thing with the Oak Tree Arena is with the right riders you get brilliant speedway, does the current 2019 lineup contain those "wright" riders? Think I replied at the time, but you are so right. This team has a very un-Somerset feel to it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willowman Posted December 12, 2018 Report Share Posted December 12, 2018 5 minutes ago, Najjer said: Think I replied at the time, but you are so right. This team has a very un-Somerset feel to it. Oh come on Naj; four who have ridden for Somerset (guests included) and an ex-mascot. That's not too bad! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghosty Posted December 12, 2018 Report Share Posted December 12, 2018 1 hour ago, Willowman said: Oh come on Naj; four who have ridden for Somerset (guests included) and an ex-mascot. That's not too bad! "The thing with the Oak Tree Arena is with the right riders you get brilliant speedway, does the current 2019 lineup contain those "wright" riders?" Take out Covatti & may-be one ride a meeting from Bomber I think 2019 may be like most other tracks @ the OTA (uninspiring). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buttons Posted December 12, 2018 Report Share Posted December 12, 2018 44 minutes ago, Ghosty said: "The thing with the Oak Tree Arena is with the right riders you get brilliant speedway, does the current 2019 lineup contain those "wright" riders?" Take out Covatti & may-be one ride a meeting from Bomber I think 2019 may be like most other tracks @ the OTA (uninspiring). But if the "Wright " riders decide to go elsewhere there's not much promoters can do, is there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JCookie Posted December 12, 2018 Report Share Posted December 12, 2018 22 hours ago, Starman2006 said: Think he'l be a Somerset. Think Starry has nailed this one. Must've been his good mate Gazza tipping him off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Najjer Posted December 13, 2018 Report Share Posted December 13, 2018 23 hours ago, Willowman said: Oh come on Naj; four who have ridden for Somerset (guests included) and an ex-mascot. That's not too bad! Seeing Jack Holder and Charles Wright sign up for other people today in the Premiership makes it even more depressing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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