Wolfsbane 12,944 Posted February 2, 2007 Totally agree, joke track. would have liked it to be at kings lynn or sheffield or somerset. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> First 4 words of this post total crap Remainder, total sense Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AndyM 1 Posted February 2, 2007 Totally agree, joke track. would have liked it to be at kings lynn or sheffield or somerset. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Begs the question why the event isn't being returned to its traditional home, Brandon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Silver Bee 57 Posted February 2, 2007 The British Final at the dog track what a joke hardly the place to watch entertaining racing <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Totally agree, joke track. would have liked it to be at kings lynn or sheffield or somerset. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Now don't let bias get in the way of the fact that Wolverhampton's one the best race tracks in the country now will you? Generally very well prepared, always a huge number of racing lines with plenty of passing that you have to ride with your head rather than just your throttle. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
barrow boy 119 Posted February 2, 2007 Begs the question why the event isn't being returned to its traditional home, Brandon. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Presumably it's because 2 British GP riders ride at Coventry and it is now the policy to use neutral venue's. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AndyM 1 Posted February 2, 2007 (edited) That never worried them before, so you wonder why it should now. Any track chosen will still suit some riders more than others so I don't see that it'll make that much difference to select neutral venues. Besides, won't David Howe be riding in the British Final at Wolverhampton? Edited February 2, 2007 by AndyM Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
essaitch 24 Posted February 2, 2007 That never worried them before, so you wonder why it should now. Any track chosen will still suit some riders more than others so I don't see that it'll make that much difference to select neutral venues. Besides, won't David Howe be riding in the British Final at Wolverhampton? <{POST_SNAPBACK}> tOP TEN AVERAGED bRITSH RIDERS QUALIFY, SO PROBABLY NOT!! LOL Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lupus 1 Posted February 2, 2007 The British Final at the dog track what a joke hardly the place to watch entertaining racing <{POST_SNAPBACK}> YAWN.................... Nothing wrong with the racing at Monmore, I'm glad they've been given a chance of a top meeting, just a shame its on a Monday. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Thank you LW! But awful viewing. Being a short a**se I always struggle here - and its no good for the old syatica (sp) At my age I need to be able to sit down and have a bit of comfort. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> a. As 21C said - You stand in the wrong place, b. Don't you stand on the bend at Brandon - how is the viewing/abliity to sit down any better there?! From where we stand at Brandon, unless you're on the top step you can't see anyone who isn't hugging the white line on the bend in front of you - the rest disappear behind the armco! P.S. it's spelt sciatica!!!!! Totally agree, joke track. would have liked it to be at kings lynn or sheffield or somerset. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Double YAWN.......................... But will you be able to see? All the supporters stand in front of the glass-fronted Stand, so how it is possible to sit? <{POST_SNAPBACK}> You can see perfectly well in the middle and top bar. The windows are much higher up than the terraces so it is easy to see over people standing outside! Now don't let bias get in the way of the fact that Wolverhampton's one the best race tracks in the country now will you? Generally very well prepared, always a huge number of racing lines with plenty of passing that you have to ride with your head rather than just your throttle. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Wow - thank you introducing me to a totally new phenomena - a Coventry fan who doesn't let their bias cloud there judgement! Spot on post! As I've said before my biggest concerns would be the lack of places to stand (not something the speedway can do anything about - it's Ladbrookes who have restsricted the viewing to the home straight only!) and the parking! That said I don't imagine the crowd will be any bigger than the play-offs in 2002 and 2004 and we got everyone in then! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gemini 4,894 Posted February 2, 2007 Begs the question why the event isn't being returned to its traditional home, Brandon... As much as I would love to see it back at Coventry it's probably not possible due to all the events which take place at the stadium, dogs, stock cars & banger racing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
superguest 194 Posted February 2, 2007 Dont people want the GB final at Monmore? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
21st century heathen 220 Posted February 2, 2007 I'm guessing that Brandon wouldn't be considered because they've got the WC. As I've said before my biggest concerns would be the lack of places to stand (not something the speedway can do anything about - it's Ladbrookes who have restsricted the viewing to the home straight only!) and the parking! That said I don't imagine the crowd will be any bigger than the play-offs in 2002 and 2004 and we got everyone in then! <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Plenty of room for parking around the park. I've not seen as many cars there as there were for an average match v Cradley, so I can't see there being a problem. Getting people in may be a squeeze, but as you say it shouldn't be a problem. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lupus 1 Posted February 2, 2007 I'm guessing that Brandon wouldn't be considered because they've got the WC. Plenty of room for parking around the park. I've not seen as many cars there as there were for an average match v Cradley, so I can't see there being a problem. Getting people in may be a squeeze, but as you say it shouldn't be a problem. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Hmm - only trouble is that the road around the park is notorious for car break ins I'm afraid! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
21st century heathen 220 Posted February 2, 2007 I've heard of a few over the years, but I wasan't aware it was a particular problem. No parking restrictions on the Bilston Road, are there? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pollyanna 1 Posted February 4, 2007 (edited) BRITISH FINAL Monday 4th June at 7.30pm Monmore Green, Wolverhampton Adults £15 Students and OAP’s £10 Junior (12-15) £5 Under 11’s free Entertainment – Autographs and photo’s with Page 3 and lad magazine sensation – Lucy Pinder! _____________________________________________________________________ it is obvious that the entertainment selection was made by a man !! Edited February 4, 2007 by Pollyanna Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pollyanna 1 Posted February 4, 2007 YAWN.................... Thank you LW! a. As 21C said - You stand in the wrong place, b. Don't you stand on the bend at Brandon - how is the viewing/abliity to sit down any better there?! From where we stand at Brandon, unless you're on the top step you can't see anyone who isn't hugging the white line on the bend in front of you - the rest disappear behind the armco! P.S. it's spelt sciatica!!!!! Double YAWN.......................... You can see perfectly well in the middle and top bar. The windows are much higher up than the terraces so it is easy to see over people standing outside! ____________________________________________________________________ Thank you for the info. I always thought that the seats in the glass-fronted stand were for Season ticket holders only. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fatface 2,545 Posted February 4, 2007 For what it's worth, it too think Wolverhampton to be a smashing place to watch speedway. On my visits there I've never been disappointed. The home stand always has a lively atmosphere and the track offers plenty of overtaking opportunities. A fine choice of venue in my opinion. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
