chunky 6,085 Posted January 5, 2017 (edited) I was only a boy at the time , but Russ Dent would surely fill the category . The stadium would erupt when Russ pulled off an unexpected win in Glasgow colours Strangely enough, i came oh-so-close to mentioning Russ! He too is a perfect example... You mean the "full faced helmet" discussion on the Bjorn Knutson thread for instance?What the hell Knutson has to do with full faced helmets is beyond me I think Knutson wore one in the 1948 British Riders Championship, along with kevlars sponsored by Monster. Of course, Knutson too was an "unsung hero"... Steve Edited January 5, 2017 by chunky 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scarletrider 66 Posted January 5, 2017 Paulco/Chunky - Nice to see my old pal Russ Dent remembered, he will be chuffed about that. No finer sight than Russ blasting around the fence for a last gasp win. Remember him beating home favourite Bruce Forrester in a run off to win the Teesside Farewell Trophy in 1971 - the place was jumping that night. Fond memories indeed. "The Mackem" 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted January 5, 2017 Unsung heroes. Wal Morton and Geoff Pymar - for more than 30 years in speedway. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sidney the robin 4,735 Posted January 5, 2017 Frank Varey/Dent Oliver both legends in my book. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted January 5, 2017 (edited) Strangely enough, i came oh-so-close to mentioning Russ! He too is a perfect example... I think Knutson wore one in the 1948 British Riders Championship, along with kevlars sponsored by Monster. Of course, Knutson too was an "unsung hero"... Steve I doubt your comment about Bjorn Knutsson and the 1948 British Riders Championship! He didn't actually appear on the UK speedway scene until the late 1950s into the early 1960s onwards. Edited January 5, 2017 by Guest Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
norbold 7,098 Posted January 5, 2017 I doubt your comment about Bjrn Knutsson and the 1948 British Riders Championship! He didn't actually appear on the UK speedway scene until the late 1950s into the early 1960s onwards. Really, gustix? But he was sponsored by Monster though, surely? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted January 5, 2017 Strangely enough, i came oh-so-close to mentioning Russ! He too is a perfect example... I think Knutson wore one in the 1948 British Riders Championship, along with kevlars sponsored by Monster. Of course, Knutson too was an "unsung hero"... Steve I doubt your comment about Bjorn Knutsson and the 1948 British Riders Championship! He didn't actually appear on the UK speedway scene until the late 1950s into the early 1960s onwards. Really, gustix? But he was sponsored by Monster though, surely? I read your comment norbold and confess that I had no idea about Bjorn Knutsson and his involvement at the 1948 British Riders Championship together with his then sponsorship by Monster. You have got me worried. Maybe it's ime for me to go for a long walk... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest compost Posted January 5, 2017 Very interesting. Here's a challenge - name riders who graduated from the old National League Division THREE to full England international status! Here's a few for starters - Cyril Roger, Alan Hunt, Wally Green, Bert Roger. In reply to above, how about - Arthur Forrest, Arthur Payne, Billy Bales, Bob Oakley, Bob Roger, Brian Crutcher, Eric Boothroyd, Gerald Jackson, Ian Williams, Jimmy Squibb, Ken Middleditch and Ken Sharples Hopefully I haven't included any colonials in the above list. The top colonials would be - Jack unstead, Neil street, Peter moore, Trevor redmond and Geoff Mardon (the only 3rd level rider ever to make a World Final) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
norbold 7,098 Posted January 5, 2017 (edited) I thought Jack Unstead was British? Born in Elm Park. He rode for England. Edited January 5, 2017 by norbold Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
E I Addio 15,843 Posted January 5, 2017 I thought Jack Unstead was British? Born in Elm Park. He rode for England. Slightly off topic Norbold but how did Jacks fatal accident occur. I am right in thinking had hit the safety fence and was struck by a follwing rider ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Split 177 Posted January 5, 2017 ::: From the much-valued International Speedway website. Bob Warner's moment of speedway glory: 1958 31.08 : Eastbourne Young England 58 Young Overseas 49 OFFICIAL This match was officially designated as a "Junior Test Match", and is notable for the first international team appearance of Ivan Mauger. England were without Leo McAuliffe, who broke down on the way to the track, so Ross Gilbertson replaced him in the team and Bob Warner, who had attended the match as a spectator, borrowed novice Ken Vale's equipment and became reserve. It was to be the peak of Warner's speedway career for, with Overseas holding a 3-point lead after 11 races, and England robbed of the services of Bobby Croombs and Frank Bettis through injury, he was called on to ride in 5 of the last 7 races, and his 8 points gave England the match. A Welshman replaced by a Scot to represent England? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest compost Posted January 6, 2017 I thought Jack Unstead was British? Born in Elm Park. He rode for England. Apologies, for some reason I thought he was Australian. I think he would come under the heading of an 'unsung hero'. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted January 6, 2017 In reply to above, how about - Arthur Forrest, Arthur Payne, Billy Bales, Bob Oakley, Bob Roger, Brian Crutcher, Eric Boothroyd, Gerald Jackson, Ian Williams, Jimmy Squibb, Ken Middleditch and Ken Sharples Hopefully I haven't included any colonials in the above list. The top colonials would be - Jack unstead, Neil street, Peter moore, Trevor redmond and Geoff Mardon (the only 3rd level rider ever to make a World Final) I thought Jack Unstead was British? Born in Elm Park. He rode for England. Apologies, for some reason I thought he was Australian. I think he would come under the heading of an 'unsung hero'. ...and so did Ron Johnson! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sidney the robin 4,735 Posted January 6, 2017 Other unsung heroes Jim Tebby, Norman Storer, Malc,Brown, Clive Hitch,Wilko, Ken Eyre,Ian Turner (and one of my favourites ever)Barry Thomas. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iris123 20,935 Posted January 6, 2017 (edited) Mick Bell,only had a relatively short career,but won a couple of team titles and was a steady performer.Luckily for me he wasn't in anyones shadow as far as i know Edited January 6, 2017 by iris123 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
