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Can anyone confirm what riders are eligible for the SDL? Ive seen bits about NL riders under a 4.00 average? How many NL riders are allowed per team? / per match? Brits Only? Teams to be made up of solely squad members?, Mostly squad members?, a minimum amount of squad members? Sure there are others that will come to me later.

Not sure about the change of start time but a bit more urgency is needed & yet again the start was delayed to let in the late comers who time after time arrive with a few minutes to spare knowing the start will be delayed for them. Definitely need some dirt from somewhere as the sub base showing after 5 heats is very poor in fact i would say the track was as bad as its been since it was first laid which is shocking considering there has been a whole close season to prepare it. Anders looked decent practicing before the meeting which is more than can be said of the others on show. As for the 5 lapper, it happens, the result didn't change & the start crew are all volunteers plus forever in the history books will Luke Bowens 15pt max be completed with a race winning time of over 70 seconds

Glad the first timers who were planning to come this after ran late and postponed for another time as that meeting was largely dross. Track was shocking and embarrassing with such little shale and constantly drenched in water. Good performances from the visiting top 4 and the majority of the main team for kent also impressed barring Stoneman who had a mare (hope he is OK after his nasty looking tumble ) but what I was most concerned with was the quality of the reserves on both sides. Couzins couldn't gate for toffee but still scored plenty. Andrews must be better than that showing, laurence has been trying for 10 years and just doesn't have it and Spooner for all his enthusiasm lacks basic bike skills that need to be developed away from the NL. He had 3 attempts at wiping Couzins out before finally succeeding, fell untroubled in front of his team mate and sadly looks a bit of a menace to others out on track with him at the moment. Can't claim it has lit my excitement for racing at Kent this year but it can only improve (I hope).

Perhaps after taking some flak on here David is out for himself from now on? Would be nice to see him coax one or two of the less experienced members home now and again but can see why he's looking out for number 1

Probably a post that I should have considered but much like each rider should consider if they can commit to a full season before signing. Obviously unexpected things happen and I wish Chris Hay all the best in the future and brum all the best in finding a suitable replacement

What a joke. Signs and takes up a team place then quits after 1 meeting. The sport is better off without the likes of him.

Congratulations to Mac. Big dedication to complete that journey every week (and some hefty travelling expenses for the club). Could anybody confirm the other 9 who tried out today?

I believe Shanes is still a Kent asset

Think this is going to be a tight one. Top 4 from both sides look pretty even so think the match will be swung on the tail. Never seen Ruddick or Woods go that well at Central Park but with Jenkins the Fen Tigers have a sting in their tail. Can the combined efforts as Clifton & Andrews keep them at bay as i fear its too early for Spooner to contribute much?

Especially your lunchboxes Cockle is in town

Tough to call but certainly a good marker for both sides seasons. Ayres, Perry & Harris all in good form plus if Lawlor & Greenwood have good nights it could be a tonking. A lot of pressure on Jenkins to score well along with Mildenhalls heat leaders as i can't see Verge, Woods or Ruddick contributing a great deal.

Certainly thought he would be more in the mix. Anybody know if he was on last years GTR or the replacement as im told the original had issues?

Sounds like a slightly concerning night at Lynn in terms of team performances although Danny Phillips upturn must be considered a plus. Ive said often in the past that i am not a particular fan of Locke, Hampshire or Whitmore for various reasons and can see it being a long season for Young Stars followers. From updates & comments Hampshire clearly needs some setup tips & would think that Locke would be more prosperous running at the easier number 7 berth. Probably the biggest concern would be Kinsley who was in great form over the winter and could do with rediscovering it quickly as only 2 heat wins at home will see this Lynn side become whipping boys if they are not careful.

Never been a fan of R/R but i agree it would take a fair overhaul of the rules to make things workable especially in the NL. Yes Brum have taken full advantage in the past (Sam Chapman) but plenty of others have too. The rules are there to be both adhered to & exploited. Things will change when Hay drops to reserve & Brum could well have a problem as early reports on Hay & Leek have not been particularly favourable.

Nice problem to have. Hopefully a decent group rather than the good, bad & ugly

Whoops. Days definitely out / wishing it was almost the bank holiday weekend.

P&P today plus number 7 try outs. Was/is anybody there? Who were the riders trying for a team place and who looked the most impressive?

For me so far Howarth, C.Wright, Bewley, BWD & Luke Harris have been impressive. From those who i expected a bit more both Holders, Grondal, Berge & Bacon.

As with almost everything the new promotion has done I applaud your approach and just hope Jamie is ready and safe for NL racing. There has been a dramatic upturn over the past couple of seasons of riders included with limited experience and in my view the safety of all riders competing is down to the promotions who track them (not implying that is the case here as I know nothing about the lad). Fingers crossed it works out for all involved.

Given the race number & kevlars i would say thats Dave Mears. Blue background & white numbers points towards the 350cc class

As far as i know its a case of hunting around for results. A lot does pop up on here and a few teams have their own websites/facebook pages but thats about it. There is also a Junior Leagues section on the Speedway GB website but how often it gets updated i don't really know.

Big gamble including a rider who has been away for so long / lacks racing experience but the proof will be in the pudding either a success & excellent PR for the My First Skid or a clanger. Either way the Warriors tend to show loyalty and Thursday will be a useful yardstick as to his potential progress.

Big shame as the fans at Mildenhall are some of the best but the track lets the club & team down badly. Thought about attending today but glad i gave it a miss having been bitten a couple of times last season. Think its most likely i will be getting my extra speedway fix elsewhere this season as Rye, P'boro, Lakeside & even Eastbourne seem more appealing.

How is the track looking for the weekend after a winters rest?

Looks like a double header now Kestrels vs Falcons & Kestrels vs Wildcats. Im guessing the amateur individual scheduled that day has been knocked on the head?