E I Addio 15,841 Posted September 22, 2017 There is a magazine-type book out now called Broadslide, obtainable from W H Smiths, which is one of the best publications on Speedwáy history I have seen for a long time. Well illustrated with some quality photos it traces the development of Speedwáy bikes down the years, Chapters on Briggo and Peter Collns, other riders opinions on Fundin and loads more . Worth getting for the rare pictures of Briggo grass tracking and scrambling alone. Really worth looking out for. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steve roberts 9,242 Posted September 22, 2017 There is a magazine-type book out now called Broadslide, obtainable from W H Smiths, which is one of the best publications on Speedwáy history I have seen for a long time. Well illustrated with some quality photos it traces the development of Speedwáy bikes down the years, Chapters on Briggo and Peter Collns, other riders opinions on Fundin and loads more . Worth getting for the rare pictures of Briggo grass tracking and scrambling alone. Really worth looking out for. Bought it when it first appeared and as you say a great read! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
False dawn 2,294 Posted September 22, 2017 Is this it? https://www.classicmagazines.co.uk/product/5517/bookazine-broadslide-sideways-on-top-bikes-and-star-riders-from-speedways-golden-age Free postage! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OveFundinFan 4,137 Posted September 23, 2017 Just ordered it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
E I Addio 15,841 Posted September 23, 2017 Is this it? https://www.classicmagazines.co.uk/product/5517/bookazine-broadslide-sideways-on-top-bikes-and-star-riders-from-speedways-golden-age Free postage! That's the one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The White Knight 9,039 Posted September 23, 2017 Can you get it in a Supermarket? I would like to see a copy before subscribing. W.H. Smith closed down in Sunderland. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steve roberts 9,242 Posted September 24, 2017 Can you get it in a Supermarket? I would like to see a copy before subscribing. W.H. Smith closed down in Sunderland. I think it's just a one off publication...well worth the purchasing of same. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
E I Addio 15,841 Posted September 24, 2017 Can you get it in a Supermarket? I would like to see a copy before subscribing. W.H. Smith closed down in Sunderland. Not sure where else you can get it, but I promise you for seven quid you won't be disappointed if you like Speedwáy history. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OveFundinFan 4,137 Posted September 26, 2017 Ordered it early Saturday morning and received it today. Its softback and A4 size.- 130 pages Brilliant photos, lots from many years back, great photos of bikes, a 5-stud JAP machine is brilliant. Big article about Alf Hagon, photo of Barry Briggs on a scramble machine with white shirt and tie - probably turned up somewhere and was offered a bash on a bike and couldnt resist Looking forward to reading the chapter when a Greaves 2 stroke and a BSA B50 were trialled at speedway, the Weslake story, a chapter on Don Godden, Peter Collins, yep, I think this is going to be a good read. For £6.99 inc postage, wonderful. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OGT 612 Posted January 2, 2018 I was given this for Christmas and I have to say, it's a terrific read. The surprise for me was seeing a photo from the indoor speedway in Wolverhampton in the closed season of 1971/2. I remember my old friend Derek Timms telling me about it, as I recall he rode in it himself. There's a wonderful picture of Arthur Browning trailing Chris Harrison. Is there anyone out there who attended this meeting? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bailays Hat 37 Posted February 18, 2018 Just found this in W H Smiths. A fantastic piece of work. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
