whowasthatberntpersson 108 Posted August 3, 2005 A very classy rider in his prime particularly at Arlington where he was a world beater. In the early eighties when Cradley were dominant it was always a feature seeing Gordon up against the top Heathens and quite often he came out on top. Not sure if anyone has mentioned this yet but didn't he have to overcome diabetes to keep his career going, another fine feat. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian L 2 Posted August 4, 2005 Wembley 78 Winning the league at Wolverhampton in 77,Gordon was one of Anybody got pictures of Gordon riding for the Rebels?,or at Wembley <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I've got one action shot from '76 and one of Gordon kneeling by his bike from '77 or '78 both colour excellent pics in White City Rebels race jacket. Can send them to you if you want them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sussex bulldog 41 Posted August 4, 2005 (edited) I've got one action shot from '76 and one of Gordon kneeling by his bike from '77 or '78 both colour excellent pics in White City Rebels race jacket. Can send them to you if you want them. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Yes please ! Thank you. Very much appreciated. Edited August 4, 2005 by sussex bulldog Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Onceadon 0 Posted August 10, 2005 At the time I always thought Gordon somewhat over-rated. Granted that he won his WC runners-up spot fair and square, but I never thought of him as being second best rider in the world. He was a bit of a start tart - can't recall him doing much from the back, though I guess I was spoiled having been brought up on a diet of PC and Mort! In retrospect, I'd class Gordon as a professional and worthy rider, not as exciting as some but very capable in his own quiet way. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> You have got to be having a laugh Andy. One of the best riders from the back I have ever seen, and the first one I ever saw take all 3 others from behind in an individual meeting. Mind you, he never could ride Belle Vue. A superb rider, undoubtedly one of my all-time favourites and an absolute professional. Does anyone see him now ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sussex bulldog 41 Posted August 10, 2005 He does make the odd appearance at Arlington and looks no older than when he last rode. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
