Shaleshifter

Hi Lisa, I am led to believe that Poole wanted the meeting called off at Scunthorpe on Friday. I don't know if was true or not. There was a heavy downpour of rain around 6pm and that lasted about 30 minutes. This left the track very heavy and I don't think Poole wanted to race on it.

Hi Lisa, speedway is unpredictable and anything can happen, like Friday night at Scunthorpe. It's what happen's on the night when fortunes can change depending on riders bike set up and track conditions. We will be ok and who knows maybe given there is time between now and the playoffs Stefan may be able to race as he is till hopeful.

Well done to the Scorpions tonight. They We're clearly fired up for this meeting after losing at home to Leicester Lions a week ago and throwing away a lead at Kent on Tuesdsy. The rain clearly affected Poole and I was disappointed in the performance. Scunthorpe were quicker out of the starts and had more speed and importantly didn't let the conditions put them off. I have been lucky to have seen some cracking meetings at the Eddie Wright Raceway over the years unfortunately the late rain ruined that. You beat us fair and square but just a note of warning to some Scorpians fans. Don't think for one moment that Poole will ride as badly as this come the playoffs and next time if we do meet we won't make it easy for you. Anyway congratulations and good luck In the playoffs.

They may well have enough track knowledge but even so I believe Poole will see them off.

I can't start this thread without a mention about Bob Cole After hearing the sad news today of the passing away of Bob on Saturday it does make you think about life and how precious life is. The meeting on Wednesday is quite poignant as I know Bob was based down in Devon for a number of years very close to Plymouth and the Speedway. He was still going down to the Coluesium on Tuesday evening's on a regular basis although still a committed Pirates supporter. Anyway the show must still go on but it will be a sad evening when i Iook behind me and see his empty seat. The other thing making it a little sad is if fit it will be Bjarne Pedersen's last ever meeting at Wimborne Road before he retires. Let's hope for a great evening's racing and 3 points for the Pirates. Thoughts?

Echo Steve's post. A lovely man and like Steve I have known Bob for about the same amount of time. He was a pleasure to talk with and he was also very knowledgeable. He will be sadly missed . R.I.P. Bob.

Thanks Gazc. When Ulrich Ostergaard got injured at Armadale, he was indeed riding well for the Tigers and also the Panthers. Glasgow started the season on fire and were good home and away. The reshuffle bringing in Tom Brennan and Marcin Nowak is a big gamble at this late hour and I think its already been said that Tom Brennan's signing is with next season in mind. Glasgow still have matches in hand so it's all still to play for. Thanks for being gracious in defeat. Good luck for the rest of the season.

Yes Danny King was on the gas and did make a couple of great passes however, I didn't think the racing was that good apart from Kings overtakes it was from the gate and spread out. No sour grapes well done to the Brummies.

This coming Sunday afternoon the Pirates take on the Brummies at Wimborne Road. A return of former Pirate Chris Harris and also a return for James Shane's riding against their former club. Chris Harris although deemed to be in the twilight of his racing career is a track expert and along with Eric Riss will pose a threat. At reserve they have Paco Castagna who I believe is the son of former rider Armando. They also have Valentin Grobauer who has started to find his feet in British Speedway. Poole will need to be on their guard on Sunday afternoon but I feel quietly confident Poole can pick up three points. On another note I hope Danny Ford gets the track sorted out after the debacle of the dust kicked up during last two home meetings. The track needs to be back to how it was at the start of the current season. Thoughts?

Disappointed with the way we faded at the end. Our gating disappeared just when we needed it however you have to give credit to the Bears and in particular a superb performance from Charles Wright ,Michael Palm Toff and Jake Allen not forgetting Anders Rowe. A poor night for Rory Schlein and has been already mentioned a under par showing from Ben Cook didn't help the Pirates cause. No excuses though, Redcar came good they were fired up and delivered when they needed to in heats 13 to 15. Well done to Redcar Bears. I do feel that they will give us a good meeting in the return match at Wimborne Road next month but I think Poole will get revenge.

I am making the long trek upto Teesside tomorrow from my base near Southampton. Having been several times to the Media Prime arena it's a great racetrack and let's hope for a close meeting with no injuries and of course I'm hoping for a Pirates wi

Hi Norfolk Bear, I am making the long trek upto Teesside tomorrow from my base near Southampton. Having been several times to the Media Prime arena it's a great racetrack and let's hope for a close meeting with no injuries and of course I'm hoping for a Pirates win.

The Poole Website has the fixture preview in the latest news so therefore we must presume it's all systems go.

All being well its business as usual next Wednesday for the Pirates after this week's postponement due to stadium staff having to self isolate after the stadium manager testing positive to covid . Hopefully both Ben Cook and New signing Benjamin Basso will be part of the proceedings. Scunthorpe have in their ranks two riders (Adam Ellis and Thomas Jorgensen) who will definitely pose a threat and they both ride Poole well. I believe Josh Mcdonald who is currently riding at reserve was due to join the Pirates last year until Covid-19 brought the season to a halt before a wheel had been turned. It will be interesting to see how he goes. Simon Lambert had a good evening tonight at home to Redcar but I don't recall him doing much at Wimborne Road In the past. Tero Aarnio I can't remember if has ridden at Poole or not and I don't think Jordan Palin has ever ridden here either. I will stick my neck out and I think Poole should win this encounter but everyone needs to be on the pace. Thoughts?

My mistake Trackerman48 the actual attendances for both restricted meetings was less than 700 so I believe.

Hi Skidder, that was my error when replying to Old Bob. The real figures show a stark reality that the club was well out of pocket and quite clearly could not sustain those losses if Covid-19 restrictions weren't lifted

There is another way to put it. Stadium rent, is extortionate and add in riders wages plus they don't receive any money from the carpark, here lies the problem.

Sorry Bob, but I disagree entirely with you. The meeting should be restaged to allow riders to earn money and the club to earn revenue. The sport is in trouble with dwindling crowds add in the delayed start to this season and at Poole Stadium because of Covid restrictions the club lost money with only being allowed 1300 spectators at the first two meetings. Without supporters and meetings, clubs will not survive. Tomorrow's meeting being cancelled is beyond the control of Poole Speedway. Stadium staff being pinged by the NHS Covid App to self isolate. Therefore the club has no access to the stadium tomorrow evening . I will also take you to task on the fact you stated Redcar fans won't trust the Poole management to honour tickets for any restaging date. That remark is not only inappropriate its borderline slanderous. You are entitled to your opinion but its not constructive and I don't consider your post is a fair reflection at all.

What's the point of the SCB awarding a point each. Another stupid pointless reply. Restage the meeting so both sets of fans can attend and create revenue.

A crass stupid pointless posting. Speedway has enough problems as it is. Poole Pirates should not forfeit this fixture in any circumstances.

Thanks Keith we had a great time up north. A shame the weather was unsettled but at least we did get to see some speedway. Steve says it was nice to meet you and the same goes for me. Always enjoy my trips to Tyneside and to Brough Park. Best of luck for the rest of the season. Hopefully see you all next season.

Hi Tsunami, thanks for the weather updates. I will be there at Brough Park this afternoon.

Hi Tsunami, thanks for the weather updates. I will be there at Brough Park this afternoon.

What are you talking about? Since when has anyone claimed entitlement? Let's hope it's not the Monarchs then who win the title.

Very funny Orion.. Duh.