Long Eye 278 Posted July 13, 2013 Not sure you are right there. Modern world?....who was the cream of Glastonbury recently? The group has been around since Barry Briggs won one of his many world titles! There is a big lust for nostalgia at the moment....why?, because both old and young are fed up with the modern world! Bring back Rickets and Scurvy. Eeh them were the days...... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Backless 538 Posted July 13, 2013 (edited) Which one again sums up why speedway is where it is - because it's where it and "nostalgic" fans deserve it to be. Fed up with the modern world? That's why there's a booming trade in care homes. It's supposed to be a sport, for the love of God. The reason it's dying on its arse is catering for those wallowing in senility. 70 year old presenters leaking out what passed for presentation in the 60s & 70s because they don't know any different & haven't realised that the rest of the world has moved on. I bet you like a good record request too. Edited July 13, 2013 by Backless Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
P T Preece 262 Posted July 13, 2013 Perphaps the national speedway stadium could be sited here instead of Belle Vue, its worth the promoters having a look at least. Sorry silly me, our promoters having a look, what chance is there of that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ray Stadia 1,071 Posted July 13, 2013 Bring back Rickets and Scurvy. Eeh them were the days...... Bring back the Rockets! (Rayleigh Rockets).......not rickets! Or one for Backless....the Crickets! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted July 13, 2013 Perphaps the national speedway stadium could be sited here instead of Belle Vue, its worth the promoters having a look at least. Sorry silly me, our promoters having a look, what chance is there of that. Is the National Speedway Stadium at Belle Vue, Manchester, still on? I haven't seen an update about that for some time - it's not the same group planning a Norwich revival is it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The White Knight 9,039 Posted July 13, 2013 Which one again sums up why speedway is where it is - because it's where it and "nostalgic" fans deserve it to be. Fed up with the modern world? That's why there's a booming trade in care homes. It's supposed to be a sport, for the love of God. The reason it's dying on its arse is catering for those wallowing in senility. 70 year old presenters leaking out what passed for presentation in the 60s & 70s because they don't know any different & haven't realised that the rest of the world has moved on. I bet you like a good record request too. Speedway might be dying now my cynical friend - but - if it wasn't for us oldies - IT WOULD BE DEAD!!! :angry: :mad: 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Backless 538 Posted July 13, 2013 And what? Therefore it should be tailored for and pander to the over 60s? That'll solve all the problems. It's got to get its backside into the 21st Century & package itself accordingly. And that means attracting younger people and families. No one said anything about excluding old folk, but if it isn't focused away from Doris & Ernie's Golden Wedding record requests it may as well pack in now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KevH 257 Posted July 13, 2013 And what? Therefore it should be tailored for and pander to the over 60s? That'll solve all the problems. It's got to get its backside into the 21st Century & package itself accordingly. And that means attracting younger people and families. No one said anything about excluding old folk, but if it isn't focused away from Doris & Ernie's Golden Wedding record requests it may as well pack in now. And your suggestions on how to do this are....... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Backless 538 Posted July 13, 2013 Already documented. Thanks for your valuable input. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
John Leslie 3,213 Posted July 14, 2013 Is the National Speedway Stadium at Belle Vue, Manchester, still on? I haven't seen an update about that for some time But then again, earlier this week you hadn't even heard that Logie-Baird's magic lantern now had an ITV2, ITV3 and ITV4. So no surprise that you missed the news that the new Belle Vue stadium project was given the go-ahead by Manchester Council's Executive in April, and that these people http://isgplc.com/projects/ who built the London Olympics Velodrome have now been awarded the contract to build the stadium. As regards the Ebbw Vale project it looks to be too far out into the middle of nowhere for regular speedway to be viable. I would imagine they will target a few large-scale weekend events, but wouldn't have the catchment area to provide a regular weekly support for a speedway team. Having said that, if it's going to be a £280m investment, then the costs of including a 300m oval stadium into the project would be chicken-feed in comparison and could open up the complex to Speedway, Stock car, bangers, etc Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted July 14, 2013 (edited) But then again, earlier this week you hadn't even heard that Logie-Baird's magic lantern now had an ITV2, ITV3 and ITV4. So no surprise that you missed the news that the new Belle Vue stadium project was given the go-ahead by Manchester Council's Executive in April, and that these people http://isgplc.com/projects/ who built the London Olympics Velodrome have now been awarded the contract to build the stadium. A nice way to start Sunday on yet more sarcasm from the master of the art. Re ITV2, ITV3 and ITV4 - i have been watching these Channels for years - but knew them under various Freeview guises. To be honest the Belle Vue venture doesn't particularly interest me - it's a low budget affair when one equates against what a proposed Manchester City redevelopment will cost. Or how much Arsenal's Emirate Stadium cost to build. A sad reflection in fact is the belief that a grandiose name for this Manchester venture will make speedway a major sport again? Edited July 14, 2013 by Guest Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shale Shaker 106 Posted July 14, 2013 Is the National Speedway Stadium at Belle Vue, Manchester, still on? I haven't seen an update about that for some time - it's not the same group planning a Norwich revival is it? Talking of sarcasm, if the new Belle Vue stadium doesn't interest you, then why make the sarcastic comment above? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The White Knight 9,039 Posted July 14, 2013 Talking of sarcasm, if the new Belle Vue stadium doesn't interest you, then why make the sarcastic comment above? Yes - I noticed that. BUT - it is Sunday and I didn't want to be sarcastic. :) 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted July 14, 2013 (edited) You've missed the updates that Manchester Council recently approved the plan and a contractor has been awarded the tender to build it? OOOh pathetic sarcasm.....I thought you hated that? Why did you ask then you clown? Would it only have made you happy if it was going to fail? Like you hope Ebbw Vale and Norwich fail? What a miserable life you must lead How bitter! A £6M National stadium is fantastic. In fact Somerset, Scunthorpe and Leicester are great new venues and they're nowhere near the level of the new National Stadium complex. Have you visited them? I've been to Somerset, Scunthorpe and Leicester many times...very enjoyable. Then again I'm not sure what you find enjoyable.....open graves? There's nothing better than a good sensible BSF debate! By the way, I think that Arsenal's Emirates Stadium cost £390m! And where have I said or even indicated that I want to see Ebbw Vale or Norwich ventures to fail? Edited July 14, 2013 by Guest Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MattK 3,447 Posted July 14, 2013 You've missed the updates that Manchester Council recently approved the plan and a contractor has been awarded the tender to build it? Have they applied for planning permission yet? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
