sidewinder 191 Posted December 11, 2018 4 minutes ago, Tsunami said: Yes, class rider. I nearly signed him in about 2003 for my Gems team, so have watched his progress ever since. Why not ? He likes riding at Newcastle that much, that two years ago, he gave up his British semi final spot, so that Jason Garritty (might have been Ben Barker) could ride in his place. That's how much he wants to be at Newcastle. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tsunami 10,219 Posted December 11, 2018 1 minute ago, sidewinder said: He likes riding at Newcastle that much, that two years ago, he gave up his British semi final spot, so that Jason Garritty (might have been Ben Barker) could ride in his place. That's how much he wants to be at Newcastle. His loss then. I'll look out for a breakdown on the motorway when his team is due to ride at our place. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Starman2006 2,354 Posted December 11, 2018 36 minutes ago, sidewinder said: Charles Wright. Newcastle. Really. Think he'l be a Somerset. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EnglishRoundabout 1,752 Posted December 11, 2018 Starry, please tell me that’s a tongue in cheek comment? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Najjer 2,884 Posted December 12, 2018 19 hours ago, Ghosty said: I am surprised that I haven't had much response to my previous post, please what do others think? It does seem the vast majority of Somerset faithful where looking forward to seeing the "promised" Charles Wright teamed with Jake Allen & Bradley Wilson Dean wearing the Rebels colours in 2019 even with the announcement that we were in the Championship, none are on the way... It now look's like the only OAPs concessions on offer for 2019 are the signing of 2 OAPs (in speedway terms) of Bomber & Roo Boy! The thing with the Oak Tree Arena is with the right riders you get brilliant speedway, does the current 2019 lineup contain those "wright" riders? Think I replied at the time, but you are so right. This team has a very un-Somerset feel to it. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Willowman 212 Posted December 12, 2018 5 minutes ago, Najjer said: Think I replied at the time, but you are so right. This team has a very un-Somerset feel to it. Oh come on Naj; four who have ridden for Somerset (guests included) and an ex-mascot. That's not too bad! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ghosty 500 Posted December 12, 2018 1 hour ago, Willowman said: Oh come on Naj; four who have ridden for Somerset (guests included) and an ex-mascot. That's not too bad! "The thing with the Oak Tree Arena is with the right riders you get brilliant speedway, does the current 2019 lineup contain those "wright" riders?" Take out Covatti & may-be one ride a meeting from Bomber I think 2019 may be like most other tracks @ the OTA (uninspiring). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buttons 370 Posted December 12, 2018 44 minutes ago, Ghosty said: "The thing with the Oak Tree Arena is with the right riders you get brilliant speedway, does the current 2019 lineup contain those "wright" riders?" Take out Covatti & may-be one ride a meeting from Bomber I think 2019 may be like most other tracks @ the OTA (uninspiring). But if the "Wright " riders decide to go elsewhere there's not much promoters can do, is there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JCookie 753 Posted December 12, 2018 22 hours ago, Starman2006 said: Think he'l be a Somerset. Think Starry has nailed this one. Must've been his good mate Gazza tipping him off. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Najjer 2,884 Posted December 13, 2018 23 hours ago, Willowman said: Oh come on Naj; four who have ridden for Somerset (guests included) and an ex-mascot. That's not too bad! Seeing Jack Holder and Charles Wright sign up for other people today in the Premiership makes it even more depressing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Willowman 212 Posted December 13, 2018 Just now, Najjer said: Seeing Jack Holder and Charles Wright sign up for other people today in the Premiership makes it even more depressing. I suppose I'm going to be "Billy No Mates" at the OTA next season then; or will "curiosity kill the cat"? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Najjer 2,884 Posted December 13, 2018 Just now, Willowman said: I suppose I'm going to be "Billy No Mates" at the OTA next season then; or will "curiosity kill the cat"? With a little baby Najjer on the way in February, there's a good chance I will be spending any spare £16s on nappys and not speedway! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wtf 621 Posted December 13, 2018 21 hours ago, Buttons said: But if the "Wright " riders decide to go elsewhere there's not much promoters can do, is there. I think the funny bit is that his replacement cost more money than he was asking for, but some people at the club still see him as a £40 a point reserve from 2013. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cliffeboy 577 Posted December 13, 2018 5 hours ago, Najjer said: Seeing Jack Holder and Charles Wright sign up for other people today in the Premiership makes it even more depressing. Tbf didn’t think we would get Jack this season , can’t say about Wrighty cos we are in the wrong division. He probably had a deal in place before we went Championship. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
westlakejawa 23 Posted December 13, 2018 6 hours ago, Willowman said: I suppose I'm going to be "Billy No Mates" at the OTA next season then; or will "curiosity kill the cat"? Friend of the guy whos e-mail appears in the letter column of the Speedway Star this week Ie no concessions. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
