stevebrum 6,827 Posted August 21, 2021 Really saddened today to hear of the passing of former Birmingham rider Archie Wilkinson. He never missed a meeting at Perry Barr since they reopened and was always in his usual position on the terraces on the home straight. My original hero as a kid I have had the pleasure of knowing Archie as an adult. Someone I’ve always had time for and has to be one of the nicest, kindest and helpful people I’ve had the pleasure of knowing. Such a sad loss to the world, RIP Archie. 2 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chunky 6,117 Posted August 21, 2021 That's very sad. Another one from my childhood gone... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OGT 612 Posted August 21, 2021 RIP Archie. To me, anyone who rode in the 1971 Brummies side is a legend. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HGould 2,213 Posted August 22, 2021 Lovely man Very sad news Commiseration with his family and friends. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steve roberts 9,247 Posted August 22, 2021 Never saw Archie ride but another sad loss. RIP 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Speedway fan 206 Posted August 22, 2021 RIP ARCHIE 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scotty2hotty 183 Posted August 22, 2021 RIP Archie, lovely man. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ray Stadia 1,071 Posted August 23, 2021 (edited) RIP and condolences to friends and family. Was Archie the chap , who started the 'Archie Wilkinson cycle speedway' cycles? Edited August 23, 2021 by Ray Stadia 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebrum 6,827 Posted August 23, 2021 5 hours ago, Ray Stadia said: RIP and condolences to friends and family. Was Archie the chap , who started the 'Archie Wilkinson cycle speedway' cycles? Yes, the very same. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pieman72 588 Posted August 26, 2021 Very sad a perfect gentleman with a wonderful sense of humour. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites