ch958 Posted March 27, 2022 Report Share Posted March 27, 2022 5 minutes ago, speed29 said: If Workington will be back in Speedway and also Reading it will be wonderful for speedway fans lot happy what's happening at Reading? Have i missed something? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speed29 Posted March 27, 2022 Report Share Posted March 27, 2022 its been shut down since 2008, its very sad it was gone. but there always be rumored that they might returned in the future????.  Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ch958 Posted March 27, 2022 Report Share Posted March 27, 2022 41 minutes ago, speed29 said: its been shut down since 2008, its very sad it was gone. but there always be rumored that they might returned in the future????.  well i know that, thought there must be progress. The land is still there, untouched as far as i can see Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neila Posted March 27, 2022 Report Share Posted March 27, 2022 21 hours ago, TotallyHonestJohn said: So a got to the semi final of the "egg dump" WTF... me first ever... an what do you know "egg dump" abandoned... competitors "seven shades to the wind"... and there has been the accusation.that someone is using a pot egg rather than a paste egg... apparently a big scandal... ave seen nowt like this in all my nacho... these underpants will never dry... what a laugh... Regards THJ Can't beat a good egg dump !!! In the distant past when said clubs were full of miners and farmers lots of betting done on egg dumps , so you can imagine all the carrying on when money was at stake 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diamonds85 Posted March 27, 2022 Report Share Posted March 27, 2022 @TotallyHonestJohn So what's happening. I know you are involved in Workington now and I respect and am so impressed with everything you've done over there and I can't wait to go visit the new venue, as I done many laps of the old, tiny Northside track myself as a rider BUT Are you still going to be a regular at the Diamonds, or has that ship sailed? Would be really good to see you back at Brough, as I think it's going to be another year of struggle for us I may even come introduce myself and buy you a pint and a pie, just as appreciation for all your efforts over the decades. Many thanks 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TotallyHonestJohn Posted March 28, 2022 Report Share Posted March 28, 2022 @Diamonds85 Thanks for the offer of the beer but as stated in a previous post on the Diamonds thread I have cut my ties with Newcastle... and with Speedway in general for the current time to be fair... also I am not directly involved at Worky I just know; appreciate and respect the guys who are doing all the hard work at Northside and help out now and then when required... which might change a bit when the electrics need doing possibly... So far this season I have knocked back corporate tickets for the Belle Vue Peter Craven meeting; the Redcar V Newcastle meeting with DVR; the Cardiff GP and a European GP... which is difficult for a guy who would normally turn up.to the opening of a Greggs bag just to see if there was owt in there for him... I have had the full enjoyment I used to get from the sport sucked out of me... So I am having a sabbatical from Speedway... saving some cash and probably going to go back to.the football a bit more home and away now that Ashley has gone... Regards John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TotallyHonestJohn Posted March 28, 2022 Report Share Posted March 28, 2022 (edited) 5 hours ago, Neila said: Can't beat a good egg dump !!! In the distant past when said clubs were full of miners and farmers lots of betting done on egg dumps , so you can imagine all the carrying on when money was at stake Funny you should mention that as a book was opened on one contest between two guys and both were even money... I thought it was a wind up... Not sure what was taken cash wise don't think it was much but the guy running the book was apparently a well known Worky bookmaker taking the bets... Never heard of an egg dump before let alone participated in one but what a laugh especially as everyone was hammered with the drink... good night out... local Maryport lass singing: enough buffet to feed the Border Regiment; late bar and a canny pint... couldn't ask for much more really Regards THJ Edited March 28, 2022 by TotallyHonestJohn Missed out word Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KIRKYLANE Posted March 28, 2022 Report Share Posted March 28, 2022 Great progress considering the set back. Looking forward to going this season hopefully  Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skydog Posted March 28, 2022 Report Share Posted March 28, 2022 18 hours ago, ch958 said: what's happening at Reading? Have i missed something? We are still trying to find possible sites in Reading... Smallmead is a definite no even though nothing has been built on it. Unfortunately there isnt anything to report to get excited about, any return to Reading still looks to be some time away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diamonds85 Posted March 28, 2022 Report Share Posted March 28, 2022 5 hours ago, TotallyHonestJohn said: @Diamonds85 Thanks for the offer of the beer but as stated in a previous post on the Diamonds thread I have cut my ties with Newcastle... and with Speedway in general for the current time to be fair... also I am not directly involved at Worky I just know; appreciate and respect the guys who are doing all the hard work at Northside and help out now and then when required... which might change a bit when the electrics need doing possibly... So far this season I have knocked back corporate tickets for the Belle Vue Peter Craven meeting; the Redcar V Newcastle meeting with DVR; the Cardiff GP and a European GP... which is difficult for a guy who would normally turn up.to the opening of a Greggs bag just to see if there was owt in there for him... I have had the full enjoyment I used to get from the sport sucked out of me... So I am having a sabbatical from Speedway... saving some cash and probably going to go back to.the football a bit more home and away now that Ashley has gone... Regards John I understand and respect your decision. I knew you cut your ties with the club officially, but I didn't know if you were going to come to the odd meeting this season just purely as a spectator or not. I wish you the best of luck with whatever you decide to do in the future. Enjoy your football and hope to see you back on the speedway scene again one day 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geoff100 Posted March 28, 2022 Report Share Posted March 28, 2022 7 hours ago, TotallyHonestJohn said: @Diamonds85 Thanks for the offer of the beer but as stated in a previous post on the Diamonds thread I have cut my ties with Newcastle... and with Speedway in general for the current time to be fair... also I am not directly involved at Worky I just know; appreciate and respect the guys who are doing all the hard work at Northside and help out now and then when required... which might change a bit when the electrics need doing possibly... So far this season I have knocked back corporate tickets for the Belle Vue Peter Craven meeting; the Redcar V Newcastle meeting with DVR; the Cardiff GP and a European GP... which is difficult for a guy who would normally turn up.to the opening of a Greggs bag just to see if there was owt in there for him... I have had the full enjoyment I used to get from the sport sucked out of me... So I am having a sabbatical from Speedway... saving some cash and probably going to go back to.the football a bit more home and away now that Ashley has gone... Regards John Its in your blood john dont give it up 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neila Posted March 28, 2022 Report Share Posted March 28, 2022 (edited) 9 hours ago, TotallyHonestJohn said: Funny you should mention that as a book was opened on one contest between two guys and both were even money... I thought it was a wind up... Not sure what was taken cash wise don't think it was much but the guy running the book was apparently a well known Worky bookmaker taking the bets... Never heard of an egg dump before let alone participated in one but what a laugh especially as everyone was hammered with the drink... good night out... local Maryport lass singing: enough buffet to feed the Border Regiment; late bar and a canny pint... couldn't ask for much more really Regards THJ Honestly John it all went on in the past !! At one time you could take your own egg to the dump, that meant all sorts of under hand things going on, from pot eggs to eggs covered in nail polish etc. To stop it getting out of hand the club/pub boiled the eggs ( in onion skins to make them brown ) then sold them to make the pot. glad you enjoyed the traditions of West Cumbria marra . Neil Ps as Geoff said speedway is in your blood don't give it up. Just turn up in disguise so you won't be recognised   Edited March 28, 2022 by Neila 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenga Posted March 28, 2022 Author Report Share Posted March 28, 2022 9 hours ago, TotallyHonestJohn said: @Diamonds85 Thanks for the offer of the beer but as stated in a previous post on the Diamonds thread I have cut my ties with Newcastle... and with Speedway in general for the current time to be fair... also I am not directly involved at Worky I just know; appreciate and respect the guys who are doing all the hard work at Northside and help out now and then when required... which might change a bit when the electrics need doing possibly... So far this season I have knocked back corporate tickets for the Belle Vue Peter Craven meeting; the Redcar V Newcastle meeting with DVR; the Cardiff GP and a European GP... which is difficult for a guy who would normally turn up.to the opening of a Greggs bag just to see if there was owt in there for him... I have had the full enjoyment I used to get from the sport sucked out of me... So I am having a sabbatical from Speedway... saving some cash and probably going to go back to.the football a bit more home and away now that Ashley has gone... Regards John speedway is a drug , once you have tasted it you cannot go too long without having a wee sniff all you got to do now is give up the booze and takeaways our thoughts are with you !    Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geoff100 Posted March 28, 2022 Report Share Posted March 28, 2022 38 minutes ago, jenga said: speedway is a drug , once you have tasted it you cannot go too long without having a wee sniff all you got to do now is give up the booze and takeaways our thoughts are with you !    Anyone who could bottle the smell of "castrol r " on a burning hot "jap" engine would make a fortune ! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mac101 Posted March 28, 2022 Report Share Posted March 28, 2022 4 hours ago, geoff100 said: Anyone who could bottle the smell of "castrol r " on a burning hot "jap" engine would make a fortune ! if  you can get some castrol r40 oil and put it on one of the sent burners with the candle underneath  that you get for the house and it will give you that smell just dint put too much in the top of the dish thou 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TotallyHonestJohn Posted March 28, 2022 Report Share Posted March 28, 2022 8 hours ago, jenga said: speedway is a drug , once you have tasted it you cannot go too long without having a wee sniff all you got to do now is give up the booze and takeaways our thoughts are with you ! Jenga I am having a sabbatical not joining a monastery... give up drink!!!... give ya head a shake man... Regards THJ 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TotallyHonestJohn Posted April 18, 2022 Report Share Posted April 18, 2022 (edited) So why can I upload this old picture but not my latest one? Doing my nut in this is!!! Edited April 18, 2022 by TotallyHonestJohn Spelling, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruffdiamond Posted April 18, 2022 Report Share Posted April 18, 2022 1 minute ago, TotallyHonestJohn said: So why can I upload this old picture but not my latest one? Doing my nut in this is!!! Ye need a new phone? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TotallyHonestJohn Posted April 18, 2022 Report Share Posted April 18, 2022 (edited) Here we go; latest shot from Northside and I done my first white line ever on Saturday Like them Politicians I have finally had to admit to it... Took some painting in but total satisfaction for me and Brad Haughin... A can see how them Politicians and Footballers like doing them white lines its very calming for the soul... Regards THJ   Edited April 18, 2022 by TotallyHonestJohn Missed out word 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TotallyHonestJohn Posted April 18, 2022 Report Share Posted April 18, 2022 Awww man Ruff am getting the hang of this now... Northside coming on a treat; and getting wider by the visit... Regards THJ 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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