Jaizer Posted December 2, 2021 Report Share Posted December 2, 2021 Just now, mikebv said: An no doubt like so many tracks they will have a very solid numbered fan base who still take an interest in the team, and in the wider sport itself, yet wont attend too many meetings, if indeed, any at all... If tracks could just get those who "follow them" to attend each week/more regularly, that, given such low numbers in real terms who do attend, 100% crowd increases wouldnt be out of the question for some, and well into double digit growth for many... I went to Birmingham about six years ago to watch the Aces and felt like a 48 year old 'spring chicken' when I entered the upstairs bar and saw the average age of their support... A tough ask to run Speedway there I would suggest, especially given the wider way the sport is ran in the UK will always negatively impact crowds and prevent potential from ever being delivered.. Best wishes to those who try... Problem speedway faces imo is that to most it is not the primary sport they follow. Being from West of Scotland where football is essentially a religion I fall into that category as well. The cost of attending a meeting now does not allow the average person to spend 50/60 quid at the football on a Saturday n still be able to afford the speedway every week as well. I know Berwick trialled tenner entry a few years back not sure if had any effect on attendances (bandits fans?) Buy I think once you're talking 20 odd quid it's difficult to entice people away from saying, ach I'll just get it on the updates 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lbw Posted December 2, 2021 Report Share Posted December 2, 2021 26 minutes ago, Petecc said: This is not just a birmingham problem . Go to any track or watch on TV and you will see rows of white faces. I understand not completely white but you are right. In our multi cultural society, does speedway do enough to attract non white people? Yep sorry, appreciate it's not just a Birmingham problem Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Petecc Posted December 2, 2021 Report Share Posted December 2, 2021 1 hour ago, PirateShip said: Yep sorry, appreciate it's not just a Birmingham problem Sorry wasn't having a dig at you , I agree, your right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cityrebel Posted December 2, 2021 Report Share Posted December 2, 2021 2 hours ago, Jaizer said: Problem speedway faces imo is that to most it is not the primary sport they follow. Being from West of Scotland where football is essentially a religion I fall into that category as well. The cost of attending a meeting now does not allow the average person to spend 50/60 quid at the football on a Saturday n still be able to afford the speedway every week as well. I know Berwick trialled tenner entry a few years back not sure if had any effect on attendances (bandits fans?) Buy I think once you're talking 20 odd quid it's difficult to entice people away from saying, ach I'll just get it on the updates The British public doesent think that speedway represents value for money, hence the lack of newbies. Until this changes, the sport is going one way. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MartinBSN Posted December 2, 2021 Report Share Posted December 2, 2021 1 hour ago, cityrebel said: The British public doesent think that speedway represents value for money, hence the lack of newbies. Until this changes, the sport is going one way. I'd disagree with that. I did a survey of 1000 speedway fans and 70% of people rated the value for money as 7/10 or higher. Baring in mind only 35% of the 1000 were regular speedway goers... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lbw Posted December 2, 2021 Report Share Posted December 2, 2021 2 hours ago, Petecc said: Sorry wasn't having a dig at you , I agree, your right. Understand you wasn't Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lbw Posted December 2, 2021 Report Share Posted December 2, 2021 Unless I've missed it, any actual news on whether or not Brummies are racing next season?? Understand they av until the end of this week to declare. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveLyric2 Posted December 2, 2021 Report Share Posted December 2, 2021 55 minutes ago, PirateShip said: Unless I've missed it, any actual news on whether or not Brummies are racing next season?? Understand they av until the end of this week to declare. They have til the AGM on Tuesday! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lbw Posted December 2, 2021 Report Share Posted December 2, 2021 20 minutes ago, Skidder1 said: They have til the AGM on Tuesday! Thanks, wondered, in the meantime, if any news may av been leaked or dare I say rumours? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Petecc Posted December 2, 2021 Report Share Posted December 2, 2021 53 minutes ago, PirateShip said: Thanks, wondered, in the meantime, if any news may av been leaked or dare I say rumours? There is talk that rafa is going to be sacked at Everton 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cityrebel Posted December 2, 2021 Report Share Posted December 2, 2021 5 hours ago, Marshall07 said: I'd disagree with that. I did a survey of 1000 speedway fans and 70% of people rated the value for money as 7/10 or higher. Baring in mind only 35% of the 1000 were regular speedway goers... If it's such a bargain, why are the crowds so low. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sings4Speedway Posted December 2, 2021 Report Share Posted December 2, 2021 6 hours ago, Marshall07 said: I'd disagree with that. I did a survey of 1000 speedway fans and 70% of people rated the value for money as 7/10 or higher. Baring in mind only 35% of the 1000 were regular speedway goers... Out of interest were you able to discover what deterred the other 65% from being regular speedway goers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerbat1875 Posted December 2, 2021 Report Share Posted December 2, 2021 9 minutes ago, Sings4Speedway said: Out of interest were you able to discover what deterred the other 65% from being regular speedway goers? Maybe they are low income, unemployed. I'm not rich but food on the table or a night's speedway, I would 1 million percent, go for food. These people, who keep saying clubs will die if you don't attend, get in the real world £40 for speedway or feed a family for a week, it's a no brainer really aint it 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fromafar Posted December 2, 2021 Report Share Posted December 2, 2021 3 minutes ago, Gerbat1875 said: Maybe they are low income, unemployed. I'm not rich but food on the table or a night's speedway, I would 1 million percent, go for food. These people, who keep saying clubs will die if you don't attend, get in the real world £40 for speedway or feed a family for a week, it's a no brainer really aint it Agree,plus you are just seeing the same riders most weeks riding or guesting for other Teams.Pick and Choose is probably the best option. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Sidney Posted December 2, 2021 Report Share Posted December 2, 2021 25 minutes ago, cityrebel said: If it's such a bargain, why are the crowds so low. I would imagine the vast majority of residents in Birmingham and the surrounding catchment area have no idea that it exists 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cityrebel Posted December 3, 2021 Report Share Posted December 3, 2021 5 hours ago, Sir Sidney said: I would imagine the vast majority of residents in Birmingham and the surrounding catchment area have no idea that it exists The same could be said for the vast majority of the UK population. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deano Posted December 3, 2021 Report Share Posted December 3, 2021 Football, cricket, takeaway, trip to the pub all seem higher up the priority list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deano Posted December 3, 2021 Report Share Posted December 3, 2021 Plus promoters spend that much on riders and rent there’s then no cash for advertising and presentation. The final two are what generally contribute getting people through the turnstiles. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MartinBSN Posted December 3, 2021 Report Share Posted December 3, 2021 8 hours ago, Sings4Speedway said: Out of interest were you able to discover what deterred the other 65% from being regular speedway goers? Judging by the high percentage of those living over 20 miles from a track, I'd say that was a big factor! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GiveusaB Posted December 3, 2021 Report Share Posted December 3, 2021 9 hours ago, cityrebel said: If it's such a bargain, why are the crowds so low. Coz the product is 'shi*e' ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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