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I really can't work out how Lawson got an average higher than the likes of Cook or Doyle . Must be a real home track specialist or maybe it's just Foxhall he's shocking at ?

When I was contemplating getting a season ticket one of my questions to CL was about what's included and what isn't , his response to me was that KO cup was NOT included , hope this helps ?

I have to admit im finding it pretty tough to believe the weather forecast for rain , it's a bright clear warm sunny day with absolutely no sign of a rain cloud whatsoever . Foxhall however does famously have it's own micro climate once you get through the turnstiles so it could be snow or a tropical storm to contend with !

I agree as far as Foxhall is concerned about the no1's , Doyle has looked unbeatable and Cook is infinitely better than Lawson here . I really don't think Hawkins will do much in his first couple of meetings due to lack of track time . A couple of points would be nice though . I think you'll find Nielsen might calm down a bit tonight and stay on board , he was a tad too keen last time out . Bach also has a liking for the Ipswich track as he proved last year . I would think and hope the Witches can gain enough of a lead to at least make a match of it in Cumbria but the weather is predicted to be wet this evening and after last weeks postponement one never knows if it will even happen . Having said im really looking forward to the meeting .

Really ?? I'd certainly prefer watching a team winning as opposed to getting thumped every week .

I'll have some humble pie as well please but with chocolate sauce ! But you never know , we might have even won with a no2 that's capable of scoring a few points ! He still needs to go " Big Time " and we might have a half decent season !

Somebody's spilt a can of coke on the track , quick , call it off ! Oh , sorry I forgot its not at Ipswich is it ? Please ignore this !

Not a chance , simple as that . I'd love them to prove me wrong though !

Its an absolute joke ! Ipswich speedway does absolutely bloody nothing to help themselves and their customer service bleeding sucks !! They had my money approximately 30 seconds when it was called off and do you think they would give it back ? Would they f**k ! I know they can't help the weather or what the ref decides but seriously they need to start thinking about keeping what few customers they have left happy ! I know I will use the readmission ticket but my son may not get the chance because of other commitments ! Come on Louis , start treating you're customers the way I'm sure you would like to be treated , with a little respect ! Rant over .

In Ipswich town center and thunderstorm just passed over heading Foxhall way ( I think )

I've seen Josh at Mildenhall quite a lot and when he stays on his Bike he's pretty quick and a real racer too , the same can't be said said of Makinen so far this season im afraid !

Yet more pessimism im afraid , I will go for a big home win for this one , not even gonna try to predict a score !

I'm gonna use the reverse logic scenario by saying we are gonna get battered ! Well it worked against Zummerzet .

From a supporter of the winning teams point of view there is only one rider most of us are after replacing at the moment . Makinen is simply going to be a liability whatever position he rides at ! All we are asking for is a rider that will actually score a few more points than 2 in 5 meetings and a promoter that will make changes when they are obviously needed while you can easily do so . In any other team sport on the planet if someone doesn't perform and do what they are paid to do they get dropped , It's not rocket science !

Not even remotely on the pace im afraid ! The one point he got against Somerset on Thursday was gained through blocking Tom Perry who was clearly faster . When he has gated , which has not been often he's gone backwards or fallen off . So far his performances are certainly not up to earning any kind of money at this level of speedway and he really needs to rethink his position as does Chris Louis ! The Witches cannot carry a no2 with Makinens current scoring level and ability and will be stuffed if he moves to reserve , im sorry but he needs to go !!!

Its a pity that we feel the need to be talking about Makinen having to go when we should be celebrating a win but the fact remains that a BIG mistake was made in signing him up ! As said by the Cardinalsin 2 points in 5 meetings is simply not good enough . We wouldn't be happy with a reserve scoring like that let alone a no2 ! Let's be honest here , Makinen is nothing more than an average National league rider and is not right for the Witches . Will Louis make the right decision and replace him while we still can ? I seriously doubt it but we can only hope !

I am a big enough person to wholeheartedly admit that Baldyman was totally wrong with his prediction this evening ! It was a good all round effort with in my opinion the only disappointing rider for me being Ben Barker , he should certainly be at least challenging for the lead in every race and getting double figures at home from 5 rides . I wasn't disappointed with Makinen because I didn't expect anything from him , I'm sorry but he simply isn't good enough and has to go , averaging about a fifth of a point per race from a no2 will get the team nowhere fast . Enough said on him I think . A good win , I'm glad to say !

I've come to the conclusion being a Witches fan makes one pessimistic which is probably the best place to be . Lets be honest if you are a pessimist a good result will only ever be a bonus and a loss is only to be expected !

I think it's time do get this one underway . Given a similar points limit to this year who would everyone like to see back next year or think will realistically fit ? There's going to be some tough choices ahead for the promotion as so many of the Tigers managed to up their averages immensely ! Obviously , I would like to see everyone back but it cant happen as everyone did so well but here goes , Cam , Would like , but could well go full time PL , also his 9+ average could be too high to fit . Joe , Definitely back , really improved this year and would be heatleader next year . Stephan , Yes , Could well be No 1 next year depending on others and if he goes PL . Dan , Yes , good choice on average , should fit in ok . Lewis , Again might go PL but could also possibly be a bargain on sub 8 average . Nathan , Definitely , so much potential and improvement before his horrific injury ! Josh , Definitely again , showing tremendous potential , just needs to stay on his bike a bit more regularly . A couple of 3 pt newbies would be needed as well so hopefully the management have been out talent spotting . Wow , it's tough working out who should stay and who should go but whoever they may , be one thing is certain it will be a very different looking Fen Tigers that comes to the tapes next year !

Unless the guys knuckle down and dig deep we are gonna get battered ! I also think one or two need to get in the gym so they can last 4 laps without flagging .

WRONG . The only Idiot's are the ones who top up late and block the view of others when there's plenty of other places to go and not disturb anyone !

Yes but you are a self centered opinionated Rye House fan . What else would anyone expect !

We had this standing/sitting debate when Mr Snackett used to post on here . My personal opinion still remain the same . Anyone who arrives later than those already there can only be described as an " Inconsiderate Ignorant Tw*t " if they then block that persons view ! And anybody who thinks otherwise is a moron .

Speedway is a team sport or so we are led to believe ? This must be the most unbelievably tw*tish rule ever brought in by the prats who decided ! Infighting between team mates for money can only be detrimental to the team so I fully understand and back 100% the decision by Ipswich management to pay 3rd place bonus points !

Well , I know the lads havnt been able to practice but what a poor performance ? In my opinion anyway . Barker , double figures as expected Makinnen , shocking as expected Tungate , Chipped in but never looked like passing anyone Risager , didn't look good Lanham , looked slow to me Ellis , got his 3 pts , needs to find his feet Heeps , superb , only reason we won Buts it's all about opinions I suppose !