RebelDan 203 Posted November 26, 2019 1 minute ago, NeilWatson said: Bellego would go into the CL in 2020 on his converted 2019 PL average (5.8) - 9.28 Cheers. No value there then Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazc 7,087 Posted November 26, 2019 2 hours ago, SomersetBlue said: Yes I totally agree Covatti and Ellis would have been so much better than Barker or Bellego as some have said. What average would Bellego be? Tbf though would still be the strongest side I've seen yet. Another name into the hat although the team would face a rejigle is Rasmus Jensen with Cook and Wells at Glasgow having Jensen would be too top heavy but obviously means Rowe in the main body and weaker reserves. Rasser has dropped the Championship from his schedule. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CountyGround 75 Posted November 27, 2019 9 hours ago, Panther1997 said: Going to be alot of crashes and fun with Barker and Bates in the same team Brilliant & popular signing, very few riders more exciting than Ben, ex Rebel & relatively local. Just hope he has his off track issues sorted. As Ben was 100% destined for Championship Plymouth what & who were Gary May's original targets? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dandelion 775 Posted November 27, 2019 (edited) 4 hours ago, CountyGround said: Brilliant & popular signing, very few riders more exciting than Ben, ex Rebel & relatively local. Just hope he has his off track issues sorted. As Ben was 100% destined for Championship Plymouth what & who were Gary May's original targets? Maybe he banked on: Chris Harris - But was nicked by Birmingham at the last minute Nick Morris - But was nicked by Leicester at the last minute Nico Covatti - But not doing uk? Would like to see Claus Vissing back in Rebels colours... Not sure if Glasgow will fit him in now? Does Claus Vissing, Stefan Nielsen and Nathan Stoneman fit as the last 3? If not one of the 4.00 Aussies from Sheffield last year instead of Stefan would definitely fit... And I'm sure Anders will hold his own at 2, or if not the 4.00 Aussie will soon overtake him I'm sure... Especially if Zaine Kennedy or Jedd List (VERY talented, just needed more time) Edited November 27, 2019 by Dandelion Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SomersetBlue 212 Posted November 27, 2019 7 hours ago, Gazc said: Rasser has dropped the Championship from his schedule. Didn't realise that shame as a very talented rider. I'll stick with Ellis, Mountain and Stoneman. A team filled with Brits and plenty of riders who can improve their averages. Schlein albeit not my favourite all time Rebel can hold his own when he was wants. Mountain and Rowe progressing very nicely and could easily be high 5 point averages. Stoneman would be a weak link but with a strong reserve partner can progress at his own rate. Bates and Barker may have their faults but both could attain high seven averages and bring entertainment to the OTA which by the by we lacked a little in last seasons team. Ellis being the cog with a bargain average if i'm right and gets a 2 5% drop that's 7.80 for a rider who could easily reach 9.00. I'm probably wrong though as usual although they are available. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Catalan 717 Posted November 27, 2019 Believe Adam is riding Denmark so would think Wednesday night tracks are out of equation. Not to say Garry hasn't been in touch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
W9 Lion 219 Posted November 27, 2019 4 hours ago, Dandelion said: Maybe he banked on: Chris Harris - But was nicked by Birmingham at the last minute Nick Morris - But was nicked by Leicester at the last minute Nico Covatti - But not doing uk? Would like to see Claus Vissing back in Rebels colours... Not sure if Glasgow will fit him in now? Does Claus Vissing, Stefan Nielsen and Nathan Stoneman fit as the last 3? If not one of the 4.00 Aussies from Sheffield last year instead of Stefan would definitely fit... And I'm sure Anders will hold his own at 2, or if not the 4.00 Aussie will soon overtake him I'm sure... Especially if Zaine Kennedy or Jedd List (VERY talented, just needed more time) I think you will find Nick Morris was not "nicked by Leicester at the last minute" but was something that happened at the first available opportunity. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Speedway197635 6 Posted November 27, 2019 Covatti is doing UK just not for you 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Col 850 Posted November 27, 2019 5 hours ago, Dandelion said: Does Claus Vissing, Stefan Nielsen and Nathan Stoneman fit as the last 3? If not one of the 4.00 Aussies from Sheffield last year instead of Stefan would definitely fit... And I'm sure Anders will hold his own at 2, or if not the 4.00 Aussie will soon overtake him I'm sure... Especially if Zaine Kennedy or Jedd List (VERY talented, just needed more time) *assuming my spreadsheet is correct* Schlien (8.69), Barker (7.06), Bates (6.49) & Rowe (4.27) leave 14.49. Add Vissing (8.43) & Nielsen (4.40) to that and there is only 1.66 so think again. Nielsen & Stoneman (2.00) leave 8.09. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
*JJ 509 Posted November 27, 2019 18 hours ago, IronScorpion said: Exactly. The guy has history, but that is it. IT IS HISTORY! We did not have a problem with Ben, rarely crashed, great with the supporters & had many guest opportunities. The same with Birmingham some years ago. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DC2 11,150 Posted November 27, 2019 6 minutes ago, Col said: *assuming my spreadsheet is correct* Schlien (8.69), Barker (7.06), Bates (6.49) & Rowe (4.27) leave 14.49. Add Vissing (8.43) & Nielsen (4.40) to that and there is only 1.66 so think again. Nielsen & Stoneman (2.00) leave 8.09. Col in usual spreadsheet confusion. I make Bates 6.19. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Col 850 Posted November 27, 2019 1 minute ago, DC2 said: Col in usual spreadsheet confusion. I make Bates 6.19. Ugh typo put in 6.65/1.025 rather than 6.35/1.025 but that's 6.2? Either way Vissing, Nielsen & Stoneman are still too high (by 0.04 or 0.05). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ghosty 500 Posted November 27, 2019 6 hours ago, Dandelion said: Maybe he banked on: Chris Harris - But was nicked by Birmingham at the last minute Nick Morris - But was nicked by Leicester at the last minute Nico Covatti - But not doing uk? Would like to see Claus Vissing back in Rebels colours... Not sure if Glasgow will fit him in now? Does Claus Vissing, Stefan Nielsen and Nathan Stoneman fit as the last 3? If not one of the 4.00 Aussies from Sheffield last year instead of Stefan would definitely fit... And I'm sure Anders will hold his own at 2, or if not the 4.00 Aussie will soon overtake him I'm sure... Especially if Zaine Kennedy or Jedd List (VERY talented, just needed more time) Harris (Rebels rider of the year) was nicked by Birmingham BEFORE the 2019 season had finished, not good edicate by the Brummies! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TonyO 11 Posted November 27, 2019 37 minutes ago, DC2 said: I'm a bit confused as to exactly how the 2.5% deduction is applied. In the case of Ben Barker his final average was 7.24, so deducting 2.5% would give a figure of 7.059. If this is rounded up then that would be 7.06, but if they ignore anything after the 7.05 then it would be 7.05. I note in the declared rider section that they have his average as 7.05. I've had a look at the rules and it just mentions a 2.5 reduction in certain circumstances, so that doesn't clarify anything. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DC2 11,150 Posted November 27, 2019 1 hour ago, TonyO said: Oi, you’re mis-quoting me! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites