Somerset 2017

[Starman2006 2,354]

 

 

Tai doesn't ride here.

 

So that's a no then. Seems a deal to me.

Trap a nerve did it Brum...

[stevebrum 6,821]

Trap a nerve did it Brum...

It might do for some if he comes in for Howarth in July, the forum would go into meltdown.

[markyb 323]

So so sorry for the fans of Somerset speedway - they appear to have been let down by inept promotion / management who believed they could compete in a already watered down "top flight" league with dreadful resources. Their recent rider changes in the last few days prove that they are still clueless. In previous seasons have attended Somerset on many occasions, and making specific travelling plans on my way down to Devon and Cornwall from my Midlands base to experience one of the best UK speedway circuits. Alas, no intention of repeating this any time soon.

Expect Somerset speedway hierarchy will not be bothered about me no longer attending a few times during the season, but speedway fans are not daft and sure there will be numerous others who may agree with me too.

Always look across to the Oak Tree Arena from the M5 - but that's is it from me for the time being.

[drew2 251]

So so sorry for the fans of Somerset speedway - they appear to have been let down by inept promotion / management who believed they could compete in a already watered down "top flight" league with dreadful resources. Their recent rider changes in the last few days prove that they are still clueless. In previous seasons have attended Somerset on many occasions, and making specific travelling plans on my way down to Devon and Cornwall from my Midlands base to experience one of the best UK speedway circuits. Alas, no intention of repeating this any time soon.

Expect Somerset speedway hierarchy will not be bothered about me no longer attending a few times during the season, but speedway fans are not daft and sure there will be numerous others who may agree with me too.

Always look across to the Oak Tree Arena from the M5 - but that's is it from me for the time being.

Yes the team aren't the all conquering version of the PL last season but the racing is still pretty damn good from what i have seen. The club are living within their means and in all honesty were not that far away from winning more points than they currently have on the board with two close defeats at home to Swindon and Kings Lynn. They also didn't get stuffed by a powerful Wolves by as much as Leicester did at home last night.

 

The true fans of Somerset appreciate the good racing win or lose and if you look at our history i think we are going over a similar cycle that we have before once again.

 

When we opened we were CL and struggled but the racing was superb.

 

We improved, won a few things and moved up to PL.

 

We struggled but the racing was superb.

 

We improved and won more Trophies than most in the League and we got used to that regular winning feeling which was a nice bonus.

 

We moved to the Premiership and have struggled but.....

 

We will improve i am sure! Rome wasn't built in a day.

 

One thing that would be nice though is that we get a visiting team with their own seven riders to ride against as opposed to riders missing only to be replaced by OTA specialists each week. I don't blame the teams but the whole system is getting farcial really. No Wells again this week for Rye House but Rooboy is back who was very good for Wolverhampton. Ok with their changes the Somerset double upper situation may change now as others may have priority but the home team have fielded their own riders (barring Paddy once when a guest was denied and RR used) each week I think.

[Hodgy 976]

So so sorry for the fans of Somerset speedway - they appear to have been let down by inept promotion / management who believed they could compete in a already watered down "top flight" league with dreadful resources. Their recent rider changes in the last few days prove that they are still clueless. In previous seasons have attended Somerset on many occasions, and making specific travelling plans on my way down to Devon and Cornwall from my Midlands base to experience one of the best UK speedway circuits. Alas, no intention of repeating this any time soon.

Expect Somerset speedway hierarchy will not be bothered about me no longer attending a few times during the season, but speedway fans are not daft and sure there will be numerous others who may agree with me too.

Always look across to the Oak Tree Arena from the M5 - but that's is it from me for the time being.

Very harsh. From a field to top level British Speedway, enjoying a successful journey (not so clueless), on a great racing track, with passionate promotors / supporters. One of Speedway's real positives.

[Gavan 5,050]

It might do for some if he comes in for Howarth in July, the forum would go into meltdown.

Wolves won't need Tai they are the strongest side in the league, the top 5 could all be heat leaders. But yes an injury to anyone of the top 5 and Tai can come in. So many teams making changes as was expected

[marge 20]

While I don't necessary think the changes made are an improvement, it's the team I chose to support when the track opened. I will continue to support them if they try their best, the racing this year so far has been fantastic and long may it continue. More dirt and water on the track and I'll be happy.

[Najjer 2,890]

So so sorry for the fans of Somerset speedway - they appear to have been let down by inept promotion / management who believed they could compete in a already watered down "top flight" league with dreadful resources. Their recent rider changes in the last few days prove that they are still clueless. In previous seasons have attended Somerset on many occasions, and making specific travelling plans on my way down to Devon and Cornwall from my Midlands base to experience one of the best UK speedway circuits. Alas, no intention of repeating this any time soon.

Expect Somerset speedway hierarchy will not be bothered about me no longer attending a few times during the season, but speedway fans are not daft and sure there will be numerous others who may agree with me too.

Always look across to the Oak Tree Arena from the M5 - but that's is it from me for the time being.

Not sure how we have been let down - see Drews post which sums up the majority of our feelings!

 

How are they clueless? Think they are probably one of the most switched promotions in the whole of British Soeedway. Sure they get some things wrong, but even Lord Ford manages that!

 

You appear to have a chip on your shoulder but don't really explain why, other than stamping your feet and saying I'm not going anymore....

Edited May 17, 2017 by Najjer

[Bagpuss 10,780]

So so sorry for the fans of Somerset speedway - they appear to have been let down by inept promotion / management who believed they could compete in a already watered down "top flight" league with dreadful resources. Their recent rider changes in the last few days prove that they are still clueless. In previous seasons have attended Somerset on many occasions, and making specific travelling plans on my way down to Devon and Cornwall from my Midlands base to experience one of the best UK speedway circuits. Alas, no intention of repeating this any time soon.

Expect Somerset speedway hierarchy will not be bothered about me no longer attending a few times during the season, but speedway fans are not daft and sure there will be numerous others who may agree with me too.

Always look across to the Oak Tree Arena from the M5 - but that's is it from me for the time being.

Oh dear.

[Cliffeboy 577]

So so sorry for the fans of Somerset speedway - they appear to have been let down by inept promotion / management who believed they could compete in a already watered down "top flight" league with dreadful resources. Their recent rider changes in the last few days prove that they are still clueless. In previous seasons have attended Somerset on many occasions, and making specific travelling plans on my way down to Devon and Cornwall from my Midlands base to experience one of the best UK speedway circuits. Alas, no intention of repeating this any time soon.

Expect Somerset speedway hierarchy will not be bothered about me no longer attending a few times during the season, but speedway fans are not daft and sure there will be numerous others who may agree with me too.

Always look across to the Oak Tree Arena from the M5 - but that's is it from me for the time being.

Have read this several times and have decided it's a wind up.

[Buttons 370]

Have read this several times and have decided it's a wind up.

Lets hope so Cliffboy, if not then maybe its markyb thats clueless.

[Fred5 41]

Have been a Rebels fan for a number of years and have the greatest respect for Gary. He has had 5 great years in the old Prem and have no doubts he will do the same in the new Premiership, lets give the guy a break and support him and the team.

[Gresham 928]

Have read this several times and have decided it's a wind up.

Has to be...especially when mentioned it's one of the best Speedway Tracks in the Country. Why would you drive past if that's the case?

 

I'm a 'returnee' to Speedway in recent years, and that's down to the great racing at Somerset. I got bored senseless watching at Blunsden week in week out.

 

Plus there is a real 'togetherness' at Somerset. You feel part of something. Debbie and Gary are fantastic. What they've achieved is nothing short of a miracle.

 

Fantastic promotion and fantastic team manager....along with the facilities and great racing and friendly atmosphere. What's not to like?

 

I love the fact that Gary tried to keep the majority of last seasons team. To let them have a go.

 

Somerset have Knocked Leicester out of the KOC, Beaten Belle Vue away...and had three home meetings go to the last heat.

 

The only 'let down' I've seen this season, was the form of Tungate. Never a number 1, but everyone I'm sure would have expected him to score 2-3 more points a meeting? Done that and the results I'm sure would have been slightly better.

 

Would rather watch the great close racing every week, and be excited at watching it, and finish bottom of the league. Than thump other teams by 15-20 points at home on some 'trick track' with massive home advantage.

 

Still don't think Somerset will finish bottom though.

 

I'd rather support and celebrate good close racing, than winning the league any day of the week.

[keef robin 551]

Has to be...especially when mentioned it's one of the best Speedway Tracks in the Country. Why would you drive past if that's the case?

 

I'm a 'returnee' to Speedway in recent years, and that's down to the great racing at Somerset. I got bored senseless watching at Blunsden week in week out.

 

Plus there is a real 'togetherness' at Somerset. You feel part of something. Debbie and Gary are fantastic. What they've achieved is nothing short of a miracle.

 

Fantastic promotion and fantastic team manager....along with the facilities and great racing and friendly atmosphere. What's not to like?

 

I love the fact that Gary tried to keep the majority of last seasons team. To let them have a go.

 

Somerset have Knocked Leicester out of the KOC, Beaten Belle Vue away...and had three home meetings go to the last heat.

 

The only 'let down' I've seen this season, was the form of Tungate. Never a number 1, but everyone I'm sure would have expected him to score 2-3 more points a meeting? Done that and the results I'm sure would have been slightly better.

 

Would rather watch the great close racing every week, and be excited at watching it, and finish bottom of the league. Than thump other teams by 15-20 points at home on some 'trick track' with massive home advantage.

 

Still don't think Somerset will finish bottom though.

 

I'd rather support and celebrate good close racing, than winning the league any day of the week.

Swindon's racing is boring compared to Somerset, but its 2 miles away as opposed to nearly 80. If I lived somewhere such as Bristol/Bath would go to OTA.

[Gresham 928]

Swindon's racing is boring compared to Somerset, but its 2 miles away as opposed to nearly 80. If I lived somewhere such as Bristol/Bath would go to OTA.

I only went to watch Swindon when Bristol packed in.

 

Interest dwindled around early mid 90's. Probably not long after Andrew Silver leaving. Loved watching him around Blunsden.

 

Then Somerset came along and the interest reignited.

 

I'm hoping the new track when built at Blunsden will give similar type racing to Somerset.

 

Both are roughly equal distance from where I live. I'd be happy to watch both if it became so.

 

I'd be lost to Speedway if it weren't for Somerset.