BWitcher 12,453 Posted March 28, 2014 we are talking about his appearance and like I said that's a mess in a lot of people's eyes. Greg,Jason,Nicki P they are World Class role models you want your kids to follow there every step. In what way are those three 'world class role models' and Tai isn't? I suspect you won't have an answer, which enforces waihekeaces1's point that you are deciding suitable role models based on 'looks'. Pretty awful parenting. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted March 28, 2014 Ah so you are claiming Red Bull wouldn't want to know about anyone with tattoos etc. Funny that. http://www.redbull.com/cs/Satellite/en_INT/Sports-/Skate-Sports/001242745960405 Very first thing we see.. oh no! Its a tattoed man. But he's not an F! driver and possibly only a member of a stunt demonstration team? Most likely never to be seen again - so to speak? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BWitcher 12,453 Posted March 28, 2014 That was the page of the Red Bull sponsored professional skaters. Worldwide likely more known than Tai Woffinden is. Meanwhile, here's a Mercedes Driver. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2320427/So-Lewis-drove-work-F1-star-shows-impressive-collection-tattoos.html Someone best alert them! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LagutaRacingFan 1,940 Posted March 28, 2014 What is wrong with Woffinden's ears? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stratton 1,491 Posted March 28, 2014 (edited) What is wrong with Woffinden's ears?Nothing wrong with his ears, by the way he is world champion something MJJ will never achieve he might not even be good anough to be a GP regular Woffinden i am not a fan but he is good for the sport media savvy and will appeal to the younger generation. Edited March 28, 2014 by sidney 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robert72 845 Posted March 30, 2014 In what way are those three 'world class role models' and Tai isn't? I suspect you won't have an answer, which enforces waihekeaces1's point that you are deciding suitable role models based on 'looks'. Pretty awful parenting. What type of employment would he attract out of speedway ? Limited Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BWitcher 12,453 Posted March 30, 2014 What type of employment would he attract out of speedway ? Limited You're clearly well out of touch with modern society. What kind of employment do you think he wouldn't be able to attract? Bearing in mind that he isn't even going to be looking for work as a lawyer, or an accountant etc as that isn't his background or skill set. As I suspected, you haven't been able to provide an answer to the question you were asked. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
waiheke1 4,295 Posted March 31, 2014 You're clearly well out of touch with modern society. What kind of employment do you think he wouldn't be able to attract? Bearing in mind that he isn't even going to be looking for work as a lawyer, or an accountant etc as that isn't his background or skill set. As I suspected, you haven't been able to provide an answer to the question you were asked. And tbh, even some if those professions aren't ruled out. I'm financial controller for a decent sized organisation, I've had members of my team with dreads, tribal tattoos on their arms etc. and would re-hire them happilly. Probably my best recruitment decision was hiring a young guy with those earings that tai had - smart, hard working, lots of iniative etc. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bryce 349 Posted March 31, 2014 On Saturday morning the Radio 5 Live show "Fighting Talk" had a question about who the panellists thought was the most unsung hero in sport, deserving of a higher profile. Tai Woffinden was one of the 4 names put forward. Never mind how he looks, the young man is getting his name, and the word about our wonderful sport out there. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted March 31, 2014 On Saturday morning the Radio 5 Live show "Fighting Talk" had a question about who the panellists thought was the most unsung hero in sport, deserving of a higher profile. Tai Woffinden was one of the 4 names put forward. Never mind how he looks, the young man is getting his name, and the word about our wonderful sport out there. Who were the other three? Many thanx. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The White Knight 9,039 Posted March 31, 2014 Tai is very obviously a Character (far too few of them in Speedway today) and it is great to see the attention both himself and the Sport are getting from his reign as World Champion. Whilst I personally am not overly enamoured with his Earrings, Tattoos etc. I have to admit that without his very Individualistic style, he may never have been World Champion today. He is a REAL credit to Speedway and his Family. So - good luck to the Lad - he has brought far more to British Speedway than MOST and he should be lauded for that. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robert72 845 Posted March 31, 2014 (edited) You're clearly well out of touch with modern society. What kind of employment do you think he wouldn't be able to attract? Bearing in mind that he isn't even going to be looking for work as a lawyer, or an accountant etc as that isn't his background or skill set. As I suspected, you haven't been able to provide an answer to the question you were asked. I must live in a very different society to you then as I cannot think of anyone I know or their families who have disfigured their body to that extent. Tai is Not a Role model on appearance in many people's eyes,not just mine. I think his racing,bravery & charity work is top class tho What was your question again ? Edited March 31, 2014 by robert72 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BWitcher 12,453 Posted March 31, 2014 (edited) I must live in a very different society to you then as I cannot think of anyone I know or their families who have disfigured their body to that extent. Tai is Not a Role model on appearance in many people's eyes,not just mine. So you're a bigot is what you are trying to tell us? And that because there are other bigots you think that its fine. I would actually suggest that Tai is the ultimate role model in terms of appearance. Be yourself, don't conform to what some bigoted people expect you to look like.It It's fine to not like the look of someone, Tai's look isn't for me and I wouldn't be interested in tattoos or the ear things he wears (unsure of the correct name). However as a role model I think he is absolutely fantastic. Edited March 31, 2014 by BWitcher 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Woz01 3,589 Posted March 31, 2014 Can only talk for the town where I live, Swindon, most people know about speedway, must be the same in smaller places such as Poole, Eastbourne, Kings Lynn, Workington, Berwick,Mildenhall, etc., probably unknown in the places without speedway teams. I agree, in Coventry where I live id say most people know what speedway is and know who the Coventry Bees are. Certainly in my place of work the sport is known by most. Tai Woffinden is the perfect role model for my kids, stays out of trouble, talks well and has a determination to succeed. My daughter idolises him and I have no problem with that apart from when she cheers for him against the Bees! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rusky 113 Posted March 31, 2014 And he is supporting a charity event in and around West Norfolk. Please excuse the EDP for having him as a King's Lynn rider.... http://www.edp24.co.uk/news/king_s_lynn_speedway_riders_get_set_for_a_charity_beach_run_1_3498817 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
