Oxford Spires 2025

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1 hour ago, Hilly said:

If the rumoured signings of Magic, Riss and Schlien leave 8.01, looks like we will need a 'big' hitter to stay competitive. Is it realistic to think maybe Vaculik, Dudek, Madsen, Michelsen?  the rumours about Bewley seemed to have dried up. Without somebody of that standing, a battle to avoid bottom spot looks on the cards.

100% agree, Getting a No.1 really is make or break for the Spires.

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1 hour ago, Arch Stanton said:

Bewley is staying at Belle Vue. Oxford still have a golden chance to be very competitive due to Janowski’s cheap looking average. Because of his early struggles, he’s now on a very attractive average judging by his end of season form. Have to make it count though which they haven’t done previously so can understand the concerns. 

They really shouldn't have wasted time in chasing Bewley.

Now the Spires may not have a No.1 at all and they may only have two real HL's.

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Oxford can still be stronger than last year, even if they don't sign a top heat leader.

As long as they find a 6.5+ rider, they've strengthened on Harris at the top of the team.

Then if they have got Schlein or someone of a similar ability at 6, that's an improvement on the Kerr / Kemp / Killeen position.

Apart from that it's Killeen for Boughen, which does weaken them imo.

*I know Killeen rode with Boughen for a few weeks, but I'd say he's effectively replacing Boughen's position this year.

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Tungate, Wright & Killeen signed.  Janowski likely?