Friday April 3, 2009 18:28
Posted by slipperytoad as Race Course
Decided to take time off work to visit Bath on opening Day. My objective was to put into practice my course draw/pace configuration theories.
I was pleasantly surprised that the course looked so good in the sunshine. A spring clean, a lick of paint and...
Saturday March 28, 2009 00:10
Posted by slipperytoad as Race Course
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Sunday March 22, 2009 18:13
Posted by slipperytoad as Race Course
Really enjoyed my day at Lingfield to watch the Winter Derby yesterday although, the ending could have been a lot worse.
If it were not for a fortuitous late bet on Sgt Schultz in the 4.15 who survived a tense photo finish and a nice touch on...
Friday March 20, 2009 12:13
Posted by slipperytoad as Race Course
Off to the Winter Derby meeting tomorrow at leafy Lingfield. In preparation I have taken the day off work to attend to domestic chores then its serious form analysis for the rest of the day.
I intend to post a full race synopsis under the...
Saturday January 17, 2009 09:38
Posted by slipperytoad as Race Course
If you take a look at Great Leigh website you’ll read that the racecourse is technically bust and administrators have been appointed. Currently they are in discussion with the British Horseracing Authority to try to secure the course's racing licence to...
Monday July 28, 2008 21:36
Posted by slipperytoad as Race Course
The Wexford course review is published on the excellent race course review web site...
Monday July 28, 2008 21:33
Posted by slipperytoad as Race Course
Upon my return from Wexford Racecourse (see previous post) I had some time to kill prior to my flight back to Bristol.
So decided to double up and visit Leopardstown for a quick looksee
Being a grade 1 course Leopardstown has facilities to match. I...
Currently going through the final stages of a house sale which will allow me to be finally de-coupled from my ex-partner. Wont bore you with the details but its been stressful given the current economic situation.
Putting has suffered as a consequence...
Sunday August 14, 2005 17:29
Posted by slipperytoad as Race Course
Bath is my local track and is situated on high ground above the city. Even with the sun shinning the course can get quite chilly due to its elevation.
The track itself is quite small and you get to most areas in minutes. Spectators can get close...