n By John Bramall the resources brought to bear enabled the whole occasion to be an outstanding success. I thought the attendance overall was pretty good, so hopefully the advance takings on the gate have been sufficient for the Promoters not to be concerned about the financial cost of the weekend. 2020 Speedway Season Isle of Wight start off the new season on Thursday 9 April with a British Under Qualifier. Follwing this here are the early fixtures into May: 16th May - Vince Matley Memorial Individual
23rd April 30th April - Plymouth Gladiators 7th May - Leicester Lion Clubs Even as this issue of TSM lands on readers doorsteps, the new season is bursting into life. Having followed developments over the Winter, I can say that it promises to be a vintage year. But I have to mention the "C" word as Corona Virus, but only once: as I write we as a Country, are in the midst of many difficulties, known as a Pandemic, but hopefully this will be overcome, at least to some extent, and as Speedway as a sport is one that functions
Twickenham TVTC Trial - 17th May
Q By Les Batten
Just a few lines to let interested trials riders know that after agreement from the other TVTC clubs Twickenham will be running their round of the Thames Valley Trials Combine group event on the third Sunday in May rather than the usual second Sunday at Frensham Vale, nr Farnham, Surrey. Open to all solo riders, youth and adult plus there will be a youngsters OSET group with their own sections. The "normal"
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route will consist 4 laps of 8 sections on what is mainly a wooded hillside venue and will be set out with the emphasis on enjoyment rather than severity. As usual there will be a timed section as a tie decider which usually brings a smile to most of the riders, although it isn't compulsory it's just for deciding any ties and it is good fun. Observers are always welcome but if we don't get enough we will use simple honesty with rider's self-marking using
mainly in the open air, not in the presence of large audiences, should stand us in good stead. Popham Motor Cycle Autojumble Sunday 5th April To be promoted by the Hampshire section of the Vintage Japanese Motor Cycle Club, the location is Popham Airfield, Hampshire, SO21 3BD. Bikes and Motorcycle Parts only, just turn up on the day, free parking, On-Site Toilets and Caterers. No Pre Booking, just turn up, Pitches £10, Entrance VJMC Members welcome - All Profits to Charity.
either the punch card system or marking boards at each section. Any riders that fancy giving a hand to help layout the sections on Saturday 16 May would be most welcome with lunch provided. Please give meeting secretary Rob Batten a ring on 07747 010457. Signing on from 0930 with 1030 start and entries are welcome via TSM, ACU online or on the day.
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