cityrebel Posted August 25, 2021 Report Share Posted August 25, 2021 47 minutes ago, hawks 1975 said: His 'news feed'? What is that and how do you access it?!! You have to subscribe to it. Derek Barclay, the press officer will sort you out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IainB Posted August 26, 2021 Report Share Posted August 26, 2021 14 hours ago, Speedwaycrazy said: One annoyance is that the start marshall seems to watch the riders digging for potatoes EVERY week before bringing them into line! ( to the shouts of 'get on with it') Easily addressed with the introduction of a clock on the in field like they did in the GP's. I doubt it will happen though as the promoters think that all of that digging about is part of the "action" and it nicely pads out the 15 minutes of real action to cover 2 hours so they think the punter goes home thinking they've had a good value night out. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M.D Posted August 26, 2021 Report Share Posted August 26, 2021 On 8/24/2021 at 7:43 PM, M.D said: Maybe because he's not in a clubs official declared 1-7.. 21 hours ago, NeilWatson said: He’s in TWO 1-7s!! Belle Vue and Eastbourne. 21 hours ago, M.D said: It was just a thought!!! And I wasnt sure if you had to be in a 1-7 for the league your guesting in Maybe my hint was a bit too subtle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IronScorpion Posted August 26, 2021 Report Share Posted August 26, 2021 3 hours ago, iainb said: Easily addressed with the introduction of a clock on the in field like they did in the GP's. I doubt it will happen though as the promoters think that all of that digging about is part of the "action" and it nicely pads out the 15 minutes of real action to cover 2 hours so they think the punter goes home thinking they've had a good value night out. The introduction of a clock will also mean a change to the rules as in British Speedway you only have to be on track heading to the tapes. If a clock is to be introduced at all tracks in the future, then the rule is to be ready to race before the 2 minutes has elapsed. Even the British Final had a shot clock just in front of the start line which was easily seen by us being seated just behind the start line & 2 rows up. This was mainly run down with races not starting for another 10-20 seconds. Knowing that this is the norm in British Speedway we then had nearly 10 minute intervals after every 4 races but this was dictated by TV & their schedule & interviews. Later in the meeting we also saw the tractors racing round, seemingly not doing anything but tyre packing but, again, this is the norm for Belle Vue as well as grading & watering earlier throughout a meeting but it keeps the track moist & consistent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevePark Posted August 26, 2021 Report Share Posted August 26, 2021 3 hours ago, iainb said: Easily addressed with the introduction of a clock on the in field like they did in the GP's. I doubt it will happen though as the promoters think that all of that digging about is part of the "action" and it nicely pads out the 15 minutes of real action to cover 2 hours so they think the punter goes home thinking they've had a good value night out. Yeah and yet more cost to clubs, some of which can hardly run due to financial difficulties to begin with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IainB Posted August 26, 2021 Report Share Posted August 26, 2021 2 minutes ago, StevePark said: Yeah and yet more cost to clubs, some of which can hardly run due to financial difficulties to begin with. You've got a real "Can do" attitude haven't you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevePark Posted August 26, 2021 Report Share Posted August 26, 2021 1 minute ago, iainb said: You've got a real "Can do" attitude haven't you 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IainB Posted August 26, 2021 Report Share Posted August 26, 2021 Just now, StevePark said: Rude! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevePark Posted August 26, 2021 Report Share Posted August 26, 2021 1 minute ago, iainb said: Rude! But deserved on this occasion. Two teams (Eastboune Champ and NDL) have gone to the wall today, yet you want teams to splash out £thousands on a clock in the middle of the track? Just to save on riders digging/gardening at the start (which is always going to happen, by the way)? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IainB Posted August 26, 2021 Report Share Posted August 26, 2021 4 minutes ago, StevePark said: But deserved on this occasion. Two teams (Eastboune Champ and NDL) have gone to the wall today, yet you want teams to splash out £thousands on a clock in the middle of the track? Just to save on riders digging/gardening at the start (which is always going to happen, by the way)? Only a Speedway promoter would spend thousands of pounds on a bloody clock! Where do you live, Monaco! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruffdiamond Posted August 26, 2021 Report Share Posted August 26, 2021 10 minutes ago, StevePark said: But deserved on this occasion. Two teams (Eastboune Champ and NDL) have gone to the wall today, yet you want teams to splash out £thousands on a clock in the middle of the track? Just to save on riders digging/gardening at the start (which is always going to happen, by the way)? Thousands, all you need is a big 2 minute timer,,, 'zero, green light, go'. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IainB Posted August 26, 2021 Report Share Posted August 26, 2021 1 minute ago, ruffdiamond said: Thousands, all you need is a big 2 minute timer,,, 'zero, green light, go'. £120 on Amazon! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruffdiamond Posted August 26, 2021 Report Share Posted August 26, 2021 Just now, iainb said: £120 on Amazon! Probably about 15/20 on Ebay. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IainB Posted August 26, 2021 Report Share Posted August 26, 2021 Just now, ruffdiamond said: Probably about 15/20 on Ebay. You can send it back on Amazon though when your club goes bust... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woofers Posted August 26, 2021 Report Share Posted August 26, 2021 Zero cost option - could the referee tells the team mangers and riders that it is expected that the riders come to the tapes when instructed by the start marshall, not to wilfully look the other way or piddle about with clutch settings and adjusting goggles, failure to do so will result in sanctions / penalties, exclusion or 15m handicap for example? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruffdiamond Posted August 26, 2021 Report Share Posted August 26, 2021 7 minutes ago, iainb said: You can send it back on Amazon though when your club goes bust... What, even if it gets dirty? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IainB Posted August 26, 2021 Report Share Posted August 26, 2021 3 minutes ago, woofers said: Zero cost option - could the referee tells the team mangers and riders that it is expected that the riders come to the tapes when instructed by the start marshall, not to wilfully look the other way or piddle about with clutch settings and adjusting goggles, failure to do so will result in sanctions / penalties, exclusion or 15m handicap for example? Completely out of the question! I'm not sure why... but Mr Can Do will have the answer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IainB Posted August 26, 2021 Report Share Posted August 26, 2021 1 minute ago, ruffdiamond said: What, even if it gets dirty? They Don't pay their taxes but their customer service is unbelievable Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HackneyHawk Posted August 26, 2021 Report Share Posted August 26, 2021 21 hours ago, KEITH M said: Make your mind up !!! Just to clarify for anyone confused. A stadium can be nice AND scruffy, hence my comment about potential. I suspect you weren't really confused though and just like to be contrary! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MartinBSN Posted August 26, 2021 Report Share Posted August 26, 2021 GP and Polish rules. 2 minutes to get to the gate and garden. Tapes up at the end of 2 minutes. Clocks aren't expensive, you'd be looking around £200 for one durable and big enough 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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