Sings4Speedway

Same could be said of most seasons. Plenty signed up this year who weren't ready. Teams don't have to track rookie 3 pointers though its just the choice of team make up. The bigger issue is what are NL teams doing to help generate the next batch of 3 pointers.......naff all is the answer

Riders can ask for whatever they want. Its the promoters that pay the money that are bringing the sport down. I want more money from work, if my boss says no i have the opportunity to look elsewhere for more, if i cannot find more money elsewhere i have to stick with what i have or risk not earning any money at all.

6 from 7 i reckon with Hunter in place of Powell

Now that is a very interesting proposal. A National Pool open to any riders who wish to put their name forward? Teams limited to using each rider once home & once away perhaps? Maybe a limit on how often a rider can be used at a certain track? Can't argue that its a perfect suggestion but it is radical and the sport as a whole needs a radical shake up. Far to many inner circles at present.

Worst case is Kelsey at reserve and his confidence takes a nose dive? Easbourne have done well historically when a strong 2,6,7 combo is in place. Limited bargain 4 pointers about although Callum Walker looks good value?

Predictable but top signing. Providing Eastbourne can sign a good rider at number 2 there should always be a strong reserve pairing when riders move up/down. Strong business as usual for the Eagles

Agreed it would be good if teams showed an interest in developing riders for future seasons. I like the 8&9 idea. Teams have to use one of these riders if a reserve is missing (possibly even extend it to when RR is being used). This would mean teams would need to show an interest in fringe riders sooner rather than later and help develop them in case they are called upon. Although i can't see that many being keen to turn up and take part i a single match race at the end of the night.

Nice to see that the majority are all on the same page (except the ageist idea, riders can compete whatever age if they are good enough). Sounds like Kings Lynn's participation is unlikely but im hoping for 11 teams with Coventreicester included. Fixed weeks for KOC are definitely a good idea & if you wish to run the Nat Trophy move it until after all league fixtures have been completed. Once the cut off date has been reached no more meaningless league matches full of guests & average manipulation as they are insulting to fans. Limit the number/length of time RR can be used per team per season.

Bickley - Workington Cert Jenkins - NL Only Brennan - Strong Lakeside rumours Of the rest Jack Thomas, Rob Shuttleworth or Alfie Bowtell would do a good job. If they wanted to travel Jake Knight or Mark Baseby would score some serious points at number 7

Any combo creates a strong looking side but Kennett, Waj & Brennan would be enough to seriously worry Glasgow

What about riders who come in and do the job asked, up their averages and then are used to gain extra points when making multiple team changes because anoter rider is not pulling their weight? Im not levying this directly at P'Boro as many clubs do this. Should be be disallowed to drop a rider who has increased his starting average? Or should there be some sort of severance package introduced?

Question. Does anyone feel that the constant mid season merry go round of riders being dropped / signed at P'Boro is having an impact on initial team building? Are riders simply keeping away as they feel other clubs offer more security? From what i can see riders are decently paid at P'Boro, have a good home track to ride & all receive team suits which is a bonus to many so what is anything is the issue trying to lure British based riders to sign?

Smith has loads of potential & some of the best equipment in any league which is something many riders fall foul of including the previously mentioned Georgie Wood. Smith might struggle occasionally away but i reckon he will put 1.5 points on his average.

Wow didn't see that one coming ever! Ben is a great club man, a great number 1 but big track rider he is not. Hopefully its beneficial for both Ben & IOW but certainly good to see intent from the Warriors this season.

Change of fixture days being listed as reason why 2 MDL teams cannot operate from P'Boro this year? Perhaps a mix of Fridays & Sundays is on the cards and Polish contracted riders will not be so much of an issue?

Just Hypothetically......... 1. N. Morris 8.72 2. Bewley 5.95 3. Robson 7.02 4. BWD 5.61 5. Lawson 8.65 6. Morley 3.85 7. Wajtknecht 2.67 42.47

Be surprised if BWD is back at P'boro but equally id be surprised if Ellis is at Lakeside.

With Marson cleared to ride it gives Mildenhall a strong side with Armstrong a practical certainty. If its mountain & another rider up to 7 points that will be as good a 1-5 as any side. Providing Bebee & Marson can be solid at reserve and the 1/2 & 3/4 pairings gel Mildenhall will be tough to beat.

Looking like a very good side is being put together. Might have to take a trip up to the arena this season (providing its against a decent opposition).

As an outside the box suggestion what are the chances of Tungate at no1? 6.18 x 1.3 = 8.03 on his current upturn in form he must be able to put at least a point on that in the Championship and would be great to watch at the showground Doh scratch that. Had a coffee, woke up and realised he would be on his 2016 average of 9.03

Sadly very true of the riders progressing at present there is a very common denominator and that is available funds. Its also the reason that riders like JPB & Georgie Wood despite being very talented will struggle to progress without good sponsorship appearing. You are right there are plenty of tracks that could offer riders extra track time but don't for various reasons. Its often not the clubs that are not interested but the volunteer track staff that simply want to get away. The lure of a bigger pay day will always be an issue but riders often cannot ride on their local track so those bonds are not formed plus add in that many second half riders are made to feel like second class citizens at many venues so why would they wish to show any loyalty to clubs.

Did well for the Warriors at the end of the season and is on an attractive enough average. Does have greater impacts upon Kings Lynn's NL return which now seems unlikely?

Very good side thus far plus the addition of a 2.00 newbie who shows the most over the winter meaning the club will get a rider who wants to go to the Scunny winter series several times and show plenty of dedication in an attempt to impress.

I would say apart from cost / sponsorship required there is the danger of JPB riding in higher leagues. As a Wednesday club Brum need to ensure no rider gets a Premiership place? Plus with Hume already riding 2 leagues perhaps they are hesitant to have too many double uppers?

In recent years constantly much to the annoyance of every side who signed him