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  1. Carlislecomet2

    Workington 2019

    I agree Marksman, I know we haven't completed our team yet, but I think we, along with Sheffield look as if we may have a slight advantage at reserve. Assuming Cookie goes back to Glasgow I am confident we are going to have a better balanced team than both them and Somerset. Sheffield look the side to beat so far but there is still a lot of team building to take place yet.
  2. Carlislecomet2

    Workington 2019

    Another good signing who is usually very quick from the tapes and will hopefully do what Nicolai did for us last season. Understandably he looked a little tentative into turns 1 and 2 and wasn't attacking the track as much last year after his nasty injury, however I am sure he will get back to where he was. Congratulations to the promotion for acquiring his signature and it looks like we are going to have a competitive team to watch again this year. Hopefully we will also acquire a few more through the turnstiles too. Tero next?
  3. Carlislecomet2

    Workington 2019

    I'm pretty chilled at the moment. Of the teams that have already been put together Sheffield look solid especially if Kemp progresses as everyone expects him to, but they looked strong on paper last year. Scunthorpe also look ok but there will be a bit of pressure on their new Aussies to hit the ground running - I just hope they steer clear of injuries this year, as they would have done very well last year without them - I half expected their last signing to be Joanna Lumley what with their obsession with the letter J, now that would have been absolutely fabulous . With Somerset a lot will depend upon whether Chris Harris can be a**ed or not and I was surprised Jake Allen is not in their line up considering he is their asset. The rest of us I guess will have to be a little patient to wait to see who Glasgow don't want or cant fit in.
  4. Carlislecomet2

    Workington 2019

    Steve Worrall 8.17 (less 2.5%) 7.97 Campton 6.32 Bewley 6.79 (less 2.5%) 6.62 BWD 6.0 Aarnio 6.83 (personally would prefer Jensen on 6.59) Thomas 2.24 Bickley 2.0 37.98 Please excuse maffs (sic) and potential reductions which may be wrong. Could also consider Simon Lambert @4.19 with reduction and Tom Bacon @4.55 with reduction in place of Thomas and one of Bewley/Aarnio/Jensen, though that would give us rather a long tail. There, I think I have covered most options and most riders. I'll get my coat.
  5. Carlislecomet2

    Workington 2019

    Just think what we could have achieved last season without Ty's alleged negativity et al I would be happy with Blackheart's latest suggestion, however I too have doubts about Rene who could possibly end up at Newcastle if he decides to ride here at all. I hope you are wrong about Dan, Taylorj.
  6. Carlislecomet2

    Workington 2019

    I too think the new points limit makes sense, as it should help create 2 separate leagues as opposed to the charade of the past few years where the same riders compete in both. 6 man teams (as favoured by THJ among others) may also have been an option to help deal with a potential shortage of riders but we are where we are and if the fixture list is compiled properly we will hopefully be in for an entertaining and competitive season. It will be interesting to see if anyone goes for a big hitter as that will create an unbalanced team, but who knows, it will certainly heap a whole load of pressure on them to perform each meeting and provide an extra stimulus to each opponent to attempt to lower their colours. Bring it on.
  7. Carlislecomet2

    Workington 2019

    Just so excited to have speedway back next year, and would be happy with each of the 3 line ups you have come up with Marksman. If Nicolai is not racing in the championship next year I would definitely like to see Ty back however. The 38 limit will make it more challenging for teams to select their line-up. I certainly favour the 'Comets way' of strength in depth over say a Cookie and 6 others - after all he can only get 18 himself and only then if his team are getting stuffed in any case. It will certainly be interesting to see the different approaches to team building. I, like others, just hope we have Razzer tied down already. Happy days, and still basking in the glory of 3 (three) bits of silverware.
  8. Carlislecomet2

    BSF Awards - Championship

    Only a little bias, but Rasmus Jensen for me. Just got better and better as the season went on and I too am surprised it was not reflected in the averages.
  9. Carlislecomet2

    BSF Awards - Championship

    Sorry Cinderfella, the clue is in one of the words in the thread 'Championship'
  10. Carlislecomet2

    BSF Awards - Championship

    Rider of the year - Rasmus Jensen (has been amazing to watch around DP) Most impressive team - Workington (but for injuries could have been Peterborough) Team rider of the season - Mason Campton (he may occasionally need wing mirrors to look out for teammates on the track, but he delayed his departure back to Australia (missing his own state championship I believe) to attempt to obtain a visa for next year, in order to help the team win trophies). One to watch - Jake Allen Bulldog award (Best British rider) - Craig Cook (for the moment) Meeting of the season - Workington v Glasgow Play off semi final 2nd leg Surprise of the season - Berwick (great end to the season, and like Workington, unfancied by many) Underperformers (Team) - Sheffield/Redcar Unluckiest rider - Dan Bewley/Lewis Kerr Newcomer of the season - Drew Kemp
  11. I quite like this idea, because as you say the limit would probably even itself out rather than keep on escalating. One of my pet hates is the thought that some riders (hard to believe I know) deliberately try to lower their averages to make themselves more attractive to other teams. Would this help prevent that from happening or not, I'm not sure. On the other hand the fact that the top team(s) have to rejig their line ups each year helps prevent the same teams dominating and keeps things fresh. The annual merry go round of riders is also one of the most exciting times for the supporters too. Having said that how many teams would want to retain their entire 1-7 (apart from us of course). I think I have contradicted myself at least 4 times, I'll get my coat.
  12. Carlislecomet2

    Workington 2018 .

    Can I just say a great big thank you to everyone involved with the Comets this year, the promoters, team manager, riders, track team, everyone including the brilliant Hoggy on the mic for making this the most successful and enjoyable season ever. No thanks of course to the people responsible for running/ruining* the sport who seemed hell bent on putting obstacles in front of us (and others) during the season. It is very apt that our latest/last attempt to run our outstanding league fixture has been abandoned due to ice!!!! *delete as appropriate Hopefully we will all be back next year to defend all 3 titles. A happy (and now thankfully thawed out) Comet.
  13. Carlislecomet2

    Workington 2018 .

    Wow, just wow x2, what is going on, this just doesn't happen to the Comets. What a TEAM.
  14. Carlislecomet2

    2nd leg play off final

    Wow, just wow x2, what is going on, this just doesn't happen to the Comets. What a TEAM.
  15. Carlislecomet2

    Worky v scunny koc leg 2

    We were in the main grandstand just beyond the finishing line and we felt that Rasser had just nicked it. NB Is Jason always so pumped up - he reminded me of Joe Hart at the last Euros.
  16. Carlislecomet2

    Workington 2018 .

    Sorry, not looking for a fight just being dopey and not realising you were joking.
  17. Carlislecomet2

    Worky v scunny koc leg 2

    A good write up in the News and Star and I think Radio Cumbria mentioned live commentary for Lakeside, though I missed which of the 3 meetings!
  18. Carlislecomet2

    Workington 2018 .

    Yep we have really struggled away - we only won at Peterborough, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Berwick, Newcastle, Ipswich, and Rye House/Lakeside. We also drew at Berwick and Scunthorpe I believe and had very narrow defeats at both Redcar and Sheffield where we should have won both.
  19. Carlislecomet2

    Worky v scunny koc leg 2

    Wow, just wow, how much did they all want that. Great to see Ty and Dan there too and joining in the celebrations. Having them there must have given the rest of the team that little bit extra incentive to do it for them. Hopefully Nicolai hasn't put Dan's recovery back by tipping him out of his wheelchair! Nobody should be too hard on the Scorpions, they all rode hard and fast and I for one did not start to relax until heats 12 and 13. Just that the Comets were too good on the night. Jake Allen has to be first on the Scorpions team sheet next season, when hopefully they have an injury free year. Hopefully we go easy on the celebrations tonight. Now bring on Lakeside.
  20. Carlislecomet2

    Workington 2018 .

    Sorted (weather permitting). Lets go, go, go, go, go team, make some history and collect that silverware
  21. My mention of a triple header was very much tongue in cheek, however it has been a funny old week or two in this funny old sport of ours. "Speedway is like a box of chocolates. You just never know what you're gonna get. (Forrest Gump 1994 or 2018). 'Monuments to the past'..........I like that but I would also include the play off match(s) too. What is wrong with the team finishing top when all the league fixtures have been run aaaaaaaahhhhhhhhh I see.
  22. So I presume Lakeside's reserves can get a Wednesday off with a days notice but not a Monday. Has there ever been a triple header?
  23. Was tonight an option for the restaging of Lakeside v Peterborough - The Final Chapter (Possibly), or was the announcement of tonight being a possibility for the restaging of our double header with Lakeside a non starter to start with. Anyone know? ........................and when is it likely to be staged now?
  24. Steady on Singy13 there are a few too many (dare I say sensible) thoughts going on a present. Do you think anyone has thought about us poor supporters today?
  25. I agree with Scorpison and think the Scorpions have done enough, and to be honest (leaving the fixture fiasco out of this) I think with the injuries they have endured this season the team deserve a bit of success. Before the season started they certainly looked to have one of the strongest line ups. The injury situations now seem to have reversed with us missing both Dan and Ty and the Scorpions looking potentially stronger at DP with Jorgensen in place of Auty who often seems to struggle at our place for some reason. I don't suppose they would consider using Paul Starke instead, just to even it up a tad more. Hopefully it will be another cracking meeting, possibly forming part of a triple or quadruple header the way things are shaping up.
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