Solidmango Posted September 25, 2022 Report Share Posted September 25, 2022 1 minute ago, Arthur54 said: Could have got a lot more in if they hadn't have had a rider parade and got on with it at 6pm sharp, or even more if they had started at say 4pm, being the forecast for rain was known days ago Agree about the early start, there might be a reason why they couldn’t start early though, rider or referee availability? I reckon it should be compulsory for play offs to run the distance, hardly fair for the home team to lose a chunk of the tie regardless of who it is. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisa-colette Posted September 25, 2022 Report Share Posted September 25, 2022 Just now, kopite92 said: The irony of Poole fans talking about how to prepare a track. Didn’t Wimborne Road double up as a golf course with the amount of holes that used to be in it? Ah you said it 'used to be' not anymore. Tbf if Poole watered their track before rain was coming, would say they were crazy too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 25, 2022 Report Share Posted September 25, 2022 (edited) 3 minutes ago, Gazc said: In all seriousness the rain didn’t arrive until later than forecast I am more mystified why it wasn’t brought forward an hour or two to get the meeting completed. How would they bring 'rain forward'? Edited September 25, 2022 by Guest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solidmango Posted September 25, 2022 Report Share Posted September 25, 2022 2 minutes ago, lisa-colette said: They said that? They did, both Ian Brannan and Justin Sedgmen commented on it multiple times after heat 1. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arthur54 Posted September 25, 2022 Report Share Posted September 25, 2022 4 minutes ago, Teromaafan said: That would explain why he rarely scores any points. Rather than be taking photos of the track, He should be concentrating on trying to catch the riders in front of him, who appear to be well out of site in this photo. That is a bit harsh, perhaps you should have a go 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisa-colette Posted September 25, 2022 Report Share Posted September 25, 2022 1 minute ago, Gazc said: He rode twice against Glasgow riders and guess what he never scored a point. Connor has double his average. Not really expected to tbf. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gazc Posted September 25, 2022 Report Share Posted September 25, 2022 1 minute ago, JohnHyam said: How would they bring 'rain forward'? Good one John need to remember that one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisa-colette Posted September 25, 2022 Report Share Posted September 25, 2022 1 minute ago, Solidmango said: They did, both Ian Brannan and Justin Sedgmen commented on it multiple times after heat 1. Poole said they wanted it rained off after H10? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noelinho Posted September 25, 2022 Report Share Posted September 25, 2022 Just now, lisa-colette said: Connor has double his average. Not really expected to tbf. Also, Connor's average at Ashfield is about 8 IIRC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fromafar Posted September 25, 2022 Report Share Posted September 25, 2022 Just now, Trees said: I'm in two minds about a scenario like Glasgow had today, I want to see a totally fair meeting with racers being able to give 100%, if they couldn't then I'd rather go again ...... The track after grading look fine not to much dirt and they rough up the inside line,I’m afraid the riders are just getting away with too much these days.The juniors could have got round on that track tonight IMO( I know I don’t ride the bike) but I’ve seen a few speedway meetings.The decision was based on whether the meeting was going to go the full distance without giving it a fair chance to see.Basso would have probably broke the track record if he gated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arthur54 Posted September 25, 2022 Report Share Posted September 25, 2022 7 minutes ago, Solidmango said: Did you not watch it Lisa? BSN commentary saying the track was “very dusty” after heat 1… It’s clear Poole wanted to continue until heat 10 and then finish. With rider availability, surely it made sense to try and get a result Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisa-colette Posted September 25, 2022 Report Share Posted September 25, 2022 1 minute ago, Noelinho said: Also, Connor's average at Ashfield is about 8 IIRC. Yes, well there you go. Not sure tearing down an 18 year old who is prepared to race on a wet track that Glasgow riders wouldn't is the way to go tbh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arthur54 Posted September 25, 2022 Report Share Posted September 25, 2022 9 minutes ago, kopite92 said: The irony of Poole fans talking about how to prepare a track. Didn’t Wimborne Road double up as a golf course with the amount of holes that used to be in it? Used to be is the magic word Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lewy Posted September 25, 2022 Report Share Posted September 25, 2022 2 minutes ago, Arthur54 said: Used to be is the magic word 3 words. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trees Posted September 25, 2022 Report Share Posted September 25, 2022 7 minutes ago, lisa-colette said: Ah you said it 'used to be' not anymore. Tbf if Poole watered their track before rain was coming, would say they were crazy too! Rain on the way or not you can't have dust storms for the fans! If a track has material on it becomes sloppy if it rains, if it's slick it becomes greasy in the rain .... speedway and rain don't mix whatever the track starts like. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fromafar Posted September 25, 2022 Report Share Posted September 25, 2022 (edited) 18 minutes ago, lisa-colette said: They said that? They gave the track a light watering 1/2 hour before start,it was dry as bone after Ht1.It was not heavy rain but the track was that slick the riders wanted it roughed up on the inside line.The track looked good .But there was definitely “politics “ involved in the decision from “BOTH” teams.Fans made to suffer again,certainly not encouraging for any new fans to come back. PS There wasn’t any surface water on the track. Edited September 25, 2022 by Fromafar 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MD Posted September 25, 2022 Report Share Posted September 25, 2022 24 minutes ago, Fromafar said: Your probably right on that one,but the whole thing stinks.Starke dived for the outside and just slid off could happen on any track.Glasgow probably sensed that the meeting might not go the full distance if the rain came on again.Nicol probably had his bike in the van. Nicol has had his bike in the van most of this season. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phillipsr Posted September 25, 2022 Report Share Posted September 25, 2022 15 minutes ago, Arthur54 said: With rider availability, surely it made sense to try and get a result When it suits Poole you mean… 100% guarantee that if it was Ht10 and Poole were only down a couple of points you all would be on here telling us it was unsafe and the right decision 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bagpuss Posted September 25, 2022 Report Share Posted September 25, 2022 23 minutes ago, Trees said: I'm in two minds about a scenario like Glasgow had today, I want to see a totally fair meeting with racers being able to give 100%, if they couldn't then I'd rather go again ...... In addition you can't have a two legged tie where one team has more heats at home than the other.....for me meetings have to go the distance over two legs, same principle as removing tac subs in such matches. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arthur54 Posted September 25, 2022 Report Share Posted September 25, 2022 1 minute ago, phillipsr said: When it suits Poole you mean… 100% guarantee that if it was Ht10 and Poole were only down a couple of points you all would be on here telling us it was unsafe and the right decision Something very dodgy going on when you see none Poole fans on here moaning about the canncilation Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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