Aces High 70 Posted January 3, 2018 He was a bit out of his depth in the top league but he did show some signs of improvement and I hope he is back for the Colts at least. Bit concerned that our 1-5 is going to be a bit weak now, we only really need someone to take three rides. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phil The Ace 2,853 Posted January 3, 2018 1 hour ago, Sings4Speedway said: Not back for Aces only or Colts also? In fairness most sides are lining up stronger at reserve this year than the previous season. It might be a benefit for Jack to focus on the lower 2 tiers for another year and avoid burnout. I have little doubt he will be back at the top level again soon. Just the aces. He' back for Colts 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gunner85 603 Posted January 3, 2018 To be fair to Jack , Sheffield and the NL for the Colts could be a good springboard for him in 2018. he has the talent but neeeds to take things steadily. I do hope that he is in Belle Vue’s long term future. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebrum 6,820 Posted January 3, 2018 2 hours ago, Gunner85 said: To be fair to Jack , Sheffield and the NL for the Colts could be a good springboard for him in 2018. he has the talent but neeeds to take things steadily. I do hope that he is in Belle Vue’s long term future. In fairness to Jack he made great progress in 2017. Went from reserve in 2016 to heat leader in 2017 in the NL and has gained valuable experience at the 2 higher levels as well. Think he should concentrate targeting number one at the Colts and moving up into the main body in the Championship. Can see him back in the top tier in a couple of years. Nice little talent developing nicely. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mikec 412 Posted January 3, 2018 Sad to hear this afternoon that there will be no place in the 2018 side for Jack Smith. I really like his attitude, despite finding points hard to come by at times, he never threw the towel in. Even after a difficult meeting at the NSS, he would front up at the after match press confidence, making clear his desire to improve & re-stating his pride in wearing the Ace on his chest. Not only that, after the dreadful finger injury he suffered in the crash at Swindon, he was determined come back for the finale to the season & did so, in both Aces & Colts colours, & rode well. Sincerely hope he leads the Colts in 2018 & finds a place in the Aces team again in the near future. He displays the fighting qualities I want to see in a rider in my team, I for one wish him well. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phil The Ace 2,853 Posted January 3, 2018 Could we see a new eastern European rider Grace the famous bib next year Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Uluru 80 Posted January 3, 2018 One thing Aces fans can be sure of, Rphan Tungate and Max Fricke are winning meetings for fur Down Under right now. Bang in form for the Aussie Title series starting this weekend. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WestGorton1884 621 Posted January 4, 2018 Cook 8.45 L.Bjerre. 6.10 Worrall. 6.77 Tungate 6.18 Fricke 7.39 Bewley. 4.55 3.06 ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shifty 5 Posted January 4, 2018 James Shanes - 2.95 maybe ?? I'd certainly like him if he doesn't go to Poole. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aces High 70 Posted January 4, 2018 16 hours ago, Uluru said: One thing Aces fans can be sure of, Rphan Tungate and Max Fricke are winning meetings for fur Down Under right now. Bang in form for the Aussie Title series starting this weekend. Is Tungate still rocking his Aces Kevlars like in the GP? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DizzAssStar 203 Posted January 4, 2018 16 hours ago, Uluru said: One thing Aces fans can be sure of, Rphan Tungate and Max Fricke are winning meetings for fur Down Under right now. Kangaroo skins per chance!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phil The Ace 2,853 Posted January 4, 2018 (edited) What average do eastern European riders come in on that have never rode here. We've signed one apparently Edited January 4, 2018 by Phil The Ace Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ray c 2,299 Posted January 4, 2018 That would be brilliant for you james and dan at reserve hope not being a poole supporter Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
coldace 110 Posted January 4, 2018 Sounds good Phil and will be good watching the development. Which country is he from, do you know? Interesting suggestion of James Shanes at reserve! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Col 850 Posted January 4, 2018 23 minutes ago, Phil The Ace said: What average do eastern European riders come in on that have never rode here. We've igned one apparently 6.50 apparently. That is what it appears as though Pieszczek will start on for the Lions. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
