RobMcCaffery 2,752 Posted March 9, 2016 I find the negativity regarding Guy Martin sad, depressing and deeply frustrating. Okay, so many of you haven't heard of him or care about knowing him. Fine, you have freedom not to know people or their achievements, it's not a crime. I'd never heard of him - until he started hosting several reasonably high-profile programmes on Channel Four. It got to the point where it seemed that any programme about machines with motors involved would be hosted by him - bikes, plane restoration, general mechanical engineering. These are programmes that attract millions of viewers. Even if you haven't heard or seen them, others have and while he's no A-lister I'd suggest you're far more likely to find people who've heard of him amongst the general public than any speedway rider. It's clear he's had the services of an excellent publicist/agent, the kind of effective publicity that speedway is crying out for. If only we could get such a person interested in speedway. Oh wait........... Ultimately it does no harm and might do some good. Why not be positive for once and not just sit and bitch about previous promotions? 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
To The Point 356 Posted March 9, 2016 I find the negativity regarding Guy Martin sad, depressing and deeply frustrating. Okay, so many of you haven't heard of him or care about knowing him. Fine, you have freedom not to know people or their achievements, it's not a crime. I'd never heard of him - until he started hosting several reasonably high-profile programmes on Channel Four. It got to the point where it seemed that any programme about machines with motors involved would be hosted by him - bikes, plane restoration, general mechanical engineering. These are programmes that attract millions of viewers. Even if you haven't heard or seen them, others have and while he's no A-lister I'd suggest you're far more likely to find people who've heard of him amongst the general public than any speedway rider. It's clear he's had the services of an excellent publicist/agent, the kind of effective publicity that speedway is crying out for. If only we could get such a person interested in speedway. Oh wait........... Ultimately it does no harm and might do some good. Why not be positive for once and not just sit and bitch about previous promotions? Like I said before, you lucky bugg**s, wish he was coming up to Berwick, we would probably fill the stadium. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ben91 1,743 Posted March 9, 2016 I find the negativity regarding Guy Martin sad, depressing and deeply frustrating. Okay, so many of you haven't heard of him or care about knowing him. Fine, you have freedom not to know people or their achievements, it's not a crime. I'd never heard of him - until he started hosting several reasonably high-profile programmes on Channel Four. It got to the point where it seemed that any programme about machines with motors involved would be hosted by him - bikes, plane restoration, general mechanical engineering. These are programmes that attract millions of viewers. Even if you haven't heard or seen them, others have and while he's no A-lister I'd suggest you're far more likely to find people who've heard of him amongst the general public than any speedway rider. It's clear he's had the services of an excellent publicist/agent, the kind of effective publicity that speedway is crying out for. If only we could get such a person interested in speedway. Oh wait........... Ultimately it does no harm and might do some good. Why not be positive for once and not just sit and bitch about previous promotions? You were doing so well until that last bit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Reviresco 708 Posted March 9, 2016 Leigh Lanham added to the start list for Lakeside's opening Spring Trophy meeting on 18th, making it 4 x Rockets in the field along with Eddie Kennett, Stuart Robson and Ben Morley. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RobMcCaffery 2,752 Posted March 9, 2016 You were doing so well until that last bit. Frankly Ben91 I don't care about your particular opinion since you are part of the problem at Rye House, along with several contributors here. I firmly stand by my comment. Now that Silver and most importantly those he surrounds himself with are gone I was planning to make only my second visit to the track in twenty years for the opener but when I look at the attitudes of several contributors here I'm really not keen on sharing my leisure time a long way from home in their company, even in the expanses of a stadium. For someone who spent 25 years devoted to Rye House, I never thought I'd have to say that. Clearly times and the people have changed, emphatically for the worst, even if this is just an obnoxious minority. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ben91 1,743 Posted March 9, 2016 Frankly Ben91 I don't care about your particular opinion since you are part of the problem at Rye House, along with several contributors here. I firmly stand by my comment. Now that Silver and most importantly those he surrounds himself with are gone I was planning to make only my second visit to the track in twenty years for the opener but when I look at the attitudes of several contributors here I'm really not keen on sharing my leisure time a long way from home in their company, even in the expanses of a stadium. For someone who spent 25 years devoted to Rye House, I never thought I'd have to say that. Clearly times and the people have changed, emphatically for the worst, even if this is just an obnoxious minority. Grow up man, people who pay their way are allowed to have their say. And people in glass houses shouldn't throw stones. I don't care if you devoted 25 years or 25 minutes it doesn't make your opinion more valid or you more knowledgeable than anyone else. 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shadders 4,136 Posted March 9, 2016 (edited) Grow up man, people who pay their way are allowed to have their say. And people in glass houses shouldn't throw stones. I don't care if you devoted 25 years or 25 minutes it doesn't make your opinion more valid or you more knowledgeable than anyone else. Well said that man!! I've devoted 31 years of my life following Rye House up and down the country. Am I allowed an opinion? Edited March 9, 2016 by Shads 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tocha 308 Posted March 9, 2016 Think you'll find that's David Coulthard. You are absolutely right. So who the hell is Richard Coulthard lol! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
phillipsr 2,057 Posted March 9, 2016 Frankly Ben91 I don't care about your particular opinion since you are part of the problem at Rye House, along with several contributors here. I firmly stand by my comment. Now that Silver and most importantly those he surrounds himself with are gone I was planning to make only my second visit to the track in twenty years for the opener but when I look at the attitudes of several contributors here I'm really not keen on sharing my leisure time a long way from home in their company, even in the expanses of a stadium. For someone who spent 25 years devoted to Rye House, I never thought I'd have to say that. Clearly times and the people have changed, emphatically for the worst, even if this is just an obnoxious minority. My 1 year old throws tantrums less than you, 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shale Searcher 1,264 Posted March 9, 2016 Frankly Ben91 I don't care about your particular opinion since you are part of the problem at Rye House, along with several contributors here. I firmly stand by my comment. Now that Silver and most importantly those he surrounds himself with are gone I was planning to make only my second visit to the track in twenty years for the opener but when I look at the attitudes of several contributors here I'm really not keen on sharing my leisure time a long way from home in their company, even in the expanses of a stadium. For someone who spent 25 years devoted to Rye House, I never thought I'd have to say that. Clearly times and the people have changed, emphatically for the worst, even if this is just an obnoxious minority. Don't let the bar stewards grind you down, new broom and all that..... Get yourself down there, and savour the whole smell of the place again.. We have similar doom mongers and nay Sayers up here, just ignore and they'll eventually get bored.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bigeddiechek 1,094 Posted March 9, 2016 Had to chip in here. I stumbled upon Guy Martin (I'm ashamed to say) when I unwittingly watched TT3D: Closer To The Edge. Stunning. Followed whatever he has done since then, and become a TT addict! Like I say, I am ashamed at how slow I was on the uptake. Great person to have anywhere in speedway! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shadders 4,136 Posted March 10, 2016 Don't let the bar stewards grind you down, new broom and all that..... Get yourself down there, and savour the whole smell of the place again.. We have similar doom mongers and nay Sayers up here, just ignore and they'll eventually get bored.... Ignore the people that pay through the gate to keep the place going. Great advice. I'm glad you're not my accountant 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ben91 1,743 Posted March 10, 2016 Don't let the bar stewards grind you down, new broom and all that..... Get yourself down there, and savour the whole smell of the place again.. We have similar doom mongers and nay Sayers up here, just ignore and they'll eventually get bored.... It'd be hard for him to ignore himself. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
westhamboy66 599 Posted March 10, 2016 Frankly Ben91 I don't care about your particular opinion since you are part of the problem at Rye House, along with several contributors here. I firmly stand by my comment. Now that Silver and most importantly those he surrounds himself with are gone I was planning to make only my second visit to the track in twenty years for the opener but when I look at the attitudes of several contributors here I'm really not keen on sharing my leisure time a long way from home in their company, even in the expanses of a stadium. For someone who spent 25 years devoted to Rye House, I never thought I'd have to say that. Clearly times and the people have changed, emphatically for the worst, even if this is just an obnoxious minority. As one of the obnoxious minority i am so pleased you have chosen not to attend. At least the obnoxious contributors on here put their hands in their pockets and give the club their hard earned cash unlike you who sat in the Refs box boring us silly while of course not parting with anything. Why you don't stay away from this forum i will never know. You never have a good word for anyone who has a differing view from you. You are Mr McCaffrey a very sad individual. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tocha 308 Posted March 10, 2016 As one of the obnoxious minority i am so pleased you have chosen not to attend. At least the obnoxious contributors on here put their hands in their pockets and give the club their hard earned cash unlike you who sat in the Refs box boring us silly while of course not parting with anything. Why you don't stay away from this forum i will never know. You never have a good word for anyone who has a differing view from you. You are Mr McCaffrey a very sad individual. According to today's SS someone who will attend is John Sampford, now as a paying supporter. Clearly, he doesn't bear a grudge so I hope we can give him a warm welcome. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
