spin king Posted August 18, 2019 Report Share Posted August 18, 2019 Probably collectively the best Sheffield performance at home this season. We provided 10 of the 15 heat winners and every Sheffield rider bar Drew Kemp won at least one race. Cookie looked very subdued, and if he is going to retain the League Riders Championship he is going have to ride a whole lot better as Masters looks a far better bet. Rasmus Jensen only winning one race I don't think that has happened many times this season and doubt it will happen many times for the rest of the season. The other Jensen did better than his points suggest and Connor Bailey did well. Never seen Kyle Bickley do anything at Sheffield (I missed the KOC fixture), and after spending the best part of two season riding at reserve he should be at least getting some near to moving into the main body of the team to progress. Play Offs is a long shot for us the majority of remaining fixtures are away, and I don't think that we will pick up the necessary points to get in. Glasgow have probably done enough to get into the Play Offs already. But. Looking at the results and how teams have performed recently I would be rubbing my hands if I was a Redcar fans because I think they are the team that I believe come the Play Offs could take the title. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col Posted August 18, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 18, 2019 (edited) 7 hours ago, spin king said: Probably collectively the best Sheffield performance at home this season. We provided 10 of the 15 heat winners and every Sheffield rider bar Drew Kemp won at least one race. Really? Thought King looked down on power. Kemp & Kennedy were awful. McDonald broke two chains on the start line. I thought Glasgow were very poor, I don't really know how Sheffield granted them a sniff of a point when Glasgow hit back with two 5-1's (heat 8 for sure & the Tac Sub Cook heat either 7 or 9) as watched from the fourth bend rather than by the gate for a change. Cant tell who drops the clutch first from there. Edited August 19, 2019 by Col Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tigerblade Posted August 19, 2019 Report Share Posted August 19, 2019 16 hours ago, Col said: Howarth has his racesuit on so I guess he is good to go. Lovely drive up, took less than 90 minutes to get to Brammall Lane, then, Ugh! The two Tiger mascots are having a play brawl. Hope the Glasgow one wins as the Sheffield one decided to scratch his crotch right in front of me earlier. Well, that was just unfortunate for non football people that the Blades' game was moved from Saturday for Sky transmission. I parked my car at a tram stop just outside the city centre, got tram and bus to the football, same after the (very enjoyable ) football, which finished around 4pm - the bus was on diversion on the way back in, and it ended up stopping right by another tram stop, and one appeared just as I'd got off the bus... bear in mind this is Sunday timetable as well! Obviously I know the non traffic jam routes to the speedway, there for 5pm, bingo. Yes, the WiFi is helpful, isn't it? Saves your own data, anyway. As I sit inside, sometimes I even take my tablet! Anyhow... the meeting.... we won much easier than expected, even allowing for Craig Cook not having a vintage meeting. I'll excuse Danny not being quite on it as he has got us out of the cart more than once this season. Drew is struggling as the averages have dictated that he be second string for all but the first month of the season, so he is a little out of his depth. I heard that he may be back at reserve when the next lot come out, though. Kurtz and Sedgemen have really made the difference, compared to who they have replaced, at Owlerton at least, with no disrespect intended to Ty Proctor and Broc Nicol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col Posted August 19, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 19, 2019 Yeah, I should have realised Sheffield United were playing, didn't occur to me. As I don't know the area very well I was not aware the Sat Nav would take us past Brammall Lane. It seems weird that it gets us the exit the M1 at Chesterfield rather than carrying on. Not a complaint, there are no speed cameras on the National Speed Limit A road, where as the M1 has been "Smart Motorwayed". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulco Posted August 19, 2019 Report Share Posted August 19, 2019 15 hours ago, Bagpuss said: I agree about Bickley, some riders are slower burners so he shouldn’t be written off but you wouldn’t expect him in his second season to be getting nought anywhere. You just get the feeling he should be doing a bit better than he is. He's being overshadowed by fellow reserve Connor Bailey recently , he's definitely struggling away from Ashfield. Yesterday was a disappointment, after losing a match we really should have won at Leicester , I was optimistic about our chances here , but we never got going and never really recovered from being 22-8 down after 5 heats . Take nothing away from the home side , they were much better than us on the day 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tigerblade Posted August 19, 2019 Report Share Posted August 19, 2019 3 hours ago, Col said: Yeah, I should have realised Sheffield United were playing, didn't occur to me. As I don't know the area very well I was not aware the Sat Nav would take us past Brammall Lane. It seems weird that it gets us the exit the M1 at Chesterfield rather than carrying on. Not a complaint, there are no speed cameras on the National Speed Limit A road, where as the M1 has been "Smart Motorwayed". I don't know how interested or not you are in football, but if you aren't, it simply wouldn't enter your psyche about a game being on. I know I have been caught up in traffic for similar things in other cities eg concerts etc! Even though it's a bit longer way around, the best bet is go up to Junction 36 and take the A61 south to Sheffield, and the stadium appears on your left after about 6 miles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Ore Posted August 19, 2019 Report Share Posted August 19, 2019 (edited) 40 minutes ago, Tigerblade said: I don't know how interested or not you are in football, but if you aren't, it simply wouldn't enter your psyche about a game being on. I know I have been caught up in traffic for similar things in other cities eg concerts etc! Even though it's a bit longer way around, the best bet is go up to Junction 36 and take the A61 south to Sheffield, and the stadium appears on your left after about 6 miles. Also doubled up with the United game, but, with Somerset to do next Wednesday, I thought I'd save on driving so came by public transport, from he smoke, this week. With some ludicrous train fares (I've flown to several Eastern European tracks for far less) I chose coach up and train back. Unsure how long roadworks will be on but with the Parkway junction on M1 closed off and 4 lanes down to 1 there, the last two miles took around 40 minutes. To bear in mind if using this route during these works. Total mess up at Bramall Lane with season tickets not working so mega queues at the ticket office to get replacements meant I missed the first 25 minutes. of the game. Luckily the serial mega doomsters on the BSF weren't watching, otherwise all hell would have broken loose. with the end of Premier League football in sight; all Keith Chapman, Poole Pirates and Rob Godfrey's faults. Seeing the number of red and white shirts at Owlerton it seemed many took this double option. Took a bit of time to start the meeting but, with the usual home promotion efficiency, it was over in 90 minutes. In spite of the issues with the trams, with the track dug up at Hillsborough, I was still able to grab a couple of excellent ales in the Sheffield Tap, before my train left; arriving home in the early hours after an 18 hour day. Craig Cook was a bit naughty with his trapping of Danny, as he attempted to pass, in heat 13, ironically having caused his partner to fall in a similar manoeuvre in the initial running, seemingly believing it was a Tiger coming round and not a Giant. So a great day for Sheffield with two victories in just over 3 hours and a great weekend with Wednesday losing too. Edited August 19, 2019 by Mr Ore 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col Posted August 19, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 19, 2019 5 hours ago, Tigerblade said: I don't know how interested or not you are in football, but if you aren't, it simply wouldn't enter your psyche about a game being on. I know I have been caught up in traffic for similar things in other cities eg concerts etc! Even though it's a bit longer way around, the best bet is go up to Junction 36 and take the A61 south to Sheffield, and the stadium appears on your left after about 6 miles. Well I'm a long suffering West Bromwich Albion supporter. It was on TV so I should have realised. Don't know if Owlerton, Brammall Lane or even Hillsborough are north, south, East or west Sheffield. I think Hillsborough is close to Owlerton judging by road signs? Will try that route next time. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Posted August 19, 2019 Report Share Posted August 19, 2019 Hillsborough is about 5 minutes walk from Owlerton if your coming up from the city centre.United are in the east and Wednesday the west of Sheffield. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS50 Posted August 19, 2019 Report Share Posted August 19, 2019 5 hours ago, Mr Ore said: Unsure how long roadworks will be on but with the Parkway junction on M1 closed off and 4 lanes down to 1 there, the last two miles took around 40 minutes. To bear in mind if using this route during these works. I believe this is for 2 weeks only with last Sunday being the last one. Anyone confirm? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Loose Diamond Posted August 19, 2019 Report Share Posted August 19, 2019 On 8/15/2019 at 10:21 AM, dorothy58 said: That is funny, however our no 1 will be there, unfortunately Claus appeal has been rejected so probably a guest for him How can Cook be allowed to race?? A decision was made to suspend/ ban him then it is decided!!?? Unfair on Vissing and Kennett is it not? What makes Cook think he is untouchable?? Speedway joke rules. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Loose Diamond Posted August 19, 2019 Report Share Posted August 19, 2019 Just now, Loose Diamond said: How can Cook be allowed to race?? A decision was made to suspend/ ban him then it is decided!!?? Unfair on Vissing and Kennett is it not? What makes Cook think he is untouchable?? Speedway joke rules. Recinded Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruffdiamond Posted August 19, 2019 Report Share Posted August 19, 2019 12 minutes ago, Loose Diamond said: How can Cook be allowed to race?? A decision was made to suspend/ ban him then it is decided!!?? Unfair on Vissing and Kennett is it not? What makes Cook think he is untouchable?? Speedway joke rules. Cook may have reasons for his villainy, the others might not ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulco Posted August 19, 2019 Report Share Posted August 19, 2019 29 minutes ago, Loose Diamond said: How can Cook be allowed to race?? A decision was made to suspend/ ban him then it is decided!!?? Unfair on Vissing and Kennett is it not? What makes Cook think he is untouchable?? Speedway joke rules. And so it goes on and on and on and on . Cook can ride until the appeal is heard , he might yet still get banned . Which should make everybody very happy it seems Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Loose Diamond Posted August 19, 2019 Report Share Posted August 19, 2019 50 minutes ago, Paulco said: And so it goes on and on and on and on . Cook can ride until the appeal is heard , he might yet still get banned . Which should make everybody very happy it seems Yep. Very. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gazc Posted August 20, 2019 Report Share Posted August 20, 2019 9 hours ago, Loose Diamond said: How can Cook be allowed to race?? A decision was made to suspend/ ban him then it is decided!!?? Unfair on Vissing and Kennett is it not? What makes Cook think he is untouchable?? Speedway joke rules. Because he appealed even murderers can appeal you are a bit of a drama queen are we not. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MANSE Posted August 20, 2019 Report Share Posted August 20, 2019 9 hours ago, Loose Diamond said: How can Cook be allowed to race?? A decision was made to suspend/ ban him then it is decided!!?? Unfair on Vissing and Kennett is it not? What makes Cook think he is untouchable?? Speedway joke rules. You seemed to enjoy the Newcastle v Eastbourne match on Sunday praising the Newcastle riders how well they tried Hopefully you enjoy your breakfast this morning [no] 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenga Posted August 20, 2019 Report Share Posted August 20, 2019 52 minutes ago, Gazc said: Because he appealed even murderers can appeal you are a bit of a drama queen are we not. but they are held indoors , so to speak .. time will tell . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SharpenRake Posted August 20, 2019 Report Share Posted August 20, 2019 55 minutes ago, Gazc said: Because he appealed even murderers can appeal you are a bit of a drama queen are we not. GAZ Just ignore him . Every track has one and to be fair some ex tracks have more than one 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SharpenRake Posted August 20, 2019 Report Share Posted August 20, 2019 10 hours ago, Loose Diamond said: Recinded Thanks for correcting your post. Not a lot of people would have done what you have done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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