TonyMac 720 Posted November 29, 2004 (edited) Really sorry for the delay, but we hope it will be well worth the wait. Issue 5 is about to go to print and should hopefully be mailed out to all subscribers by this Thursday (9th). Issue 5 highlights: Main man - Phil Crump Really candid stuff from Crumpie, covering every aspect of his career and life. Read about the reasons why he feels he never became World Champion, the story behind THAT amazing revolutionary 4-valve in the mid-70s, the ups and downs of his relationship with son, Jason, and the only rider he fell out with in a big way. Plus the chance to win framed pictures signed by the Aussie legend. Jason Crump - yes, the new World Champion called up Backtrack REQUESTING an interview! Jason looks back to his childhood and the riders of the 80s he most liked to watch. His regrets about never having raced at Hyde Road, The Shay and infrequent visits to Owlerton. Plus, some very honest words on his sometimes stormy relationship with his famous father! Dag Lovaas - Amazing, soul-searching words from the former Norwegian No.1 who reveals his own personal anguish, haunting fears and why too many death-defying crashes forced him to he retire early. Why Anders Michanek was the reason behind his request to leave Reading, happy days at Hackney and Oxford and some strong words about former Norway rival Reidar Eide. Ron Preston - we catch up with the former USA, Poole and Eastbourne favourite, who looks back on those great England v USA Tests and read what he has to say about the rumoured feud with his former Poole team-mate Malcolm Simmons. Martin Dixon - a National League legend on his wildest days. Why he didn't get along with Kenny Carter at Halifax, the time a visiting promoter suggested he should be drug-tested and the two team managers he has most time for. Also, find out what Dicko does now till three o'clock in the morning! Ian Thomas - the new Belle Vue team boss reflects on his colourful career as a top promoter, including entertaining, anecdotes from his time at Workington, Hull, Newcastle and Belle Vue. John Berry - why he has decided to 'confess'. Bob Radford visits JB Down Under to interview the new author whose book, Confessions of a Speedway Promoter, is selling like hot cakes. Crayford v Workington - the 1980 65-12 whitewash. Quotes from both camps, including a new interview with Comets' Kevin Clapham. Bitter North-East rivals - Jack Millen and Frank Auffret. Plus the usual 'Berry Bites Back' responses to readers' questions. Tributes to the late David Smart and Colin Hill. Subscribe now! Also on sale at the Brighton Bonanza, so why not visit our stand for a chat with Tony Mac and John Berry, who will be signing copies of his new book... Edited December 5, 2004 by tmc Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tape2tapevideo 0 Posted November 29, 2004 Sorry for the delay, but just to confirm that issue 5 is almost complete and should hopefully be mailed out to all subscribers by this weekend. Very brief highlights to whet your appetite: Main man - Phil Crump Really candid stuff from Crumpie, covering every aspect of his career and life. Plus the chance to win framed pictures signed by the Aussie legend. Dag Lovaas - brilliant, soul-searching words from the former Norwegian No.1 who reveals his own personal anguish and why he retired early. Ron Preston - we catch up with the former USA and Poole favourite. Martin Dixon - a National League legend on his wildest days. Ian Thomas - the new Belle Vue team boss reflects on his colourful career as a top promoter. John Berry - why he has decided to 'confess'. Bob Radford interviews the new author... Crayford v Workington - the 1980 65-12 whitewash. Bitter rivals - Jack Millen and Frank Auffret. Plus the usual 'Berry Bites Back' Tributes to the late David Smart and Colin Hill. I'll add more details later in the week. Must press on and get this issue finished!!! Cheers, Tony Mac <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Hey Tony, Big Ron Preston was a Eastbourne hero too! Ken Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fatface 2,549 Posted November 29, 2004 When did we lose David Smart? That's news to me... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grachan 7,314 Posted November 29, 2004 When did we lose David Smart? That's news to me... <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Falcace, He was found dead - in his home I think - roughly a couple of months ago. On that subject, was it ever announced how he actually died? He was only about 38 years old, after all. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zeistsport 1 Posted November 29, 2004 When did we lose David Smart? That's news to me... <{POST_SNAPBACK}> David Smart was found dead in his home at the end of September and as far as I know it's not been released how he died. The following is the official club press release... David Smart Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fatface 2,549 Posted November 29, 2004 Well that's very sad news indeed. Never one of speedway's superstars, but a rider who was the very lifeblood of the sport - a 100% trier. RIP Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Napoleon Posted November 30, 2004 Sounds great Macca - Crumpie, Dag and Dicko and that great book by JB from one of his 70's rivals! Cannot wait! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
halo 0 Posted December 4, 2004 Sorry for the delay, but just to confirm that issue 5 is almost complete and should hopefully be mailed out to all subscribers by this weekend. Very brief highlights to whet your appetite: Main man - Phil Crump Really candid stuff from Crumpie, covering every aspect of his career and life. Plus the chance to win framed pictures signed by the Aussie legend. Dag Lovaas - brilliant, soul-searching words from the former Norwegian No.1 who reveals his own personal anguish and why he retired early. Ron Preston - we catch up with the former USA, Poole and Eastbourne favourite. Martin Dixon - a National League legend on his wildest days. Ian Thomas - the new Belle Vue team boss reflects on his colourful career as a top promoter. John Berry - why he has decided to 'confess'. Bob Radford interviews the new author... Crayford v Workington - the 1980 65-12 whitewash. Bitter rivals - Jack Millen and Frank Auffret. Plus the usual 'Berry Bites Back' Tributes to the late David Smart and Colin Hill. I'll add more details later in the week. Must press on and get this issue finished!!! Cheers, Tony Mac <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldswindonsupporter 42 Posted July 5, 2005 Issue available on eBay if anyone interested: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vie...AMESE%3AIT&rd=1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shazzybird 10 Posted July 6, 2005 Not on that link it's not!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
