I didn't say he was an upgrade but could be seen as a upgrade as he rides at number 2. He got paid 9 from that position and Allen would not get many more riding at 2. I would expect Howarth to get a good score against Swindon with their reserves. I would fancy Ipswich beating Swindon over 2 legs especially with your home track advantage. On the subject of reserves how are Swindon allowed a facility for Zach when he isn't injured and apparently taking a break from the sport.
Yes I tend to agree, this issue with the track has been going on for too long, they talk like it is a recent thing. I don't like to criticise my club but I went to a gp qualifier about 6 years ago at Poole, the track was very bumpy then and it isn't any better now, it isn't always dusty but it is always bumpy.
That's because Fricke trashed Harris's best bike although I expect Fricke would have heat 15 anyway, his second bike didn't look anywhere near as fast. I didn't say it was a dirty move.
If ou deem it was the fault of Harris then you have total disregard for rider safety. Fricke's foot peg was in the front wheel of Harris so Fricke's bike was not in front at the time of impact, it is totally different to rider taking another rider's line to stop his move.
It may be although they are apparently going to work on it while there is a gap in home meetings. One thing is for sure it will be more entertaining than Foxhall.