Rob B 1,245 Posted June 7, 2021 Multiple issues reported with the new Anlas tyres over the weekend, tyres are softer and seem to tear easily. Tonight at Belle Vue riders were given multiple tyres instead of the the usual 1 and there was still 2 'punctures'. Hearing there is a big meeting tomorrow between riders and SCB about the tyres. Also they seem to be effecting racing too, not sure if it's because riders not feeling comfortable on them. Have they caused any of the multiple injuries as well? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevehone 3,425 Posted June 7, 2021 IF all the riders stick together then something might change, but that's a very big IF when push comes to shove Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr Bump 254 Posted June 7, 2021 (edited) Josh Bates was interviewed on the centre green after Leicester’s match yesterday and described them as “sh*t” Edited June 7, 2021 by Mr Bump Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebrum 6,820 Posted June 7, 2021 They seem to have been a lot of issues for riders this season with the tyres with plenty of shredded tyres on riders social media pages. Could be why riders are suddenly losing traction and causing untold falls and injuries so far this season. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bluebee 199 Posted June 7, 2021 If the injuries continue then it can only be the next nail in the coffin. How long before riders with options elsewhere decide to give this country a miss. And who could blame them! We could be down to one smaller league very soon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
False dawn 2,294 Posted June 7, 2021 It does seem a bit strange. "We" adopt a new tyre across the board to save money. Now "we" appear to think it is necessary to allow riders to use 2 (or is it multiple?) tyres per meeting. The logic appears to be that one tyre is not capable of completing a normal meeting (not to mention 7 rides). How will this save money? Surely two cheap tyres are more expensive than one more durable one? I've seen an unusual number of tyre failures / flat tyres already this season. Seeing some of the pictures and listening to several riders, I have to wonder if the new tyre rulings are wise. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pinny 2,536 Posted June 8, 2021 9 hours ago, Mr Bump said: Josh Bates was interviewed on the centre green after Leicester’s match yesterday and described them as “sh*t” Was he talking about his tyres or his ability on a bike? 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arnieg 3,619 Posted June 8, 2021 (edited) 1 hour ago, Pinny said: Was he talking about his tyres or his ability on a bike? He's got ability on a bike, just not the ability to stay on one. Edited June 8, 2021 by arnieg 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iainb 4,962 Posted June 8, 2021 Maybe it's because these tyres were introduced in the GP's where a rider will be using a new tyre for every race, where we're trying to make them last a whole meeting, whether the "ingredients" are the same I don't know Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iainb 4,962 Posted June 8, 2021 3 minutes ago, arnieg said: He's got ability on a bike, just not the ability to stay on one. ...or a Sledge 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phil The Ace 2,853 Posted June 8, 2021 (edited) They need changing back to the old tyres, rider are not safe on them and racing as been abysmal at belle vue this year, part of that is due to the tyres, im sure of it Edited June 8, 2021 by Phil The Ace Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iainb 4,962 Posted June 8, 2021 27 minutes ago, Phil The Ace said: They need changing back to the old tyres, rider are not safe on them and racing as been abysmal at belle vue this year, part of that is due to the tyres, im sure of it I thought the one on telly was pretty good, BH Monday wasn't great, but then it never is and you were up against a weakened Ippo side last night. Most riders haven't "raced" in nearly 2 years, maybe a bit early to be blaming the tyres, who knows like you say may be part of the reason Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sings4Speedway 3,246 Posted June 8, 2021 Getting the pld tyres back will be far from easy as Mitas are not exactly pleased with being shown the door. Fortunately we have the new poorly tested tyres which are substantially more expensive than the outgoing Mitas so if double the amount are needed its a big expenditure and guess where those costs will end up being passed on to....... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pinny 2,536 Posted June 8, 2021 1 hour ago, arnieg said: He's got ability on a bike, just not the ability to stay on one. He had plenty of ability but i reckon too many bad injuries now which has made him turn desperate and out of control which is a shame. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KIRKYLANE 534 Posted June 8, 2021 If enough riders complain, they should listen and let them go back to mitas Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
