KickintheKods Posted January 13, 2022 Share Posted January 13, 2022 Trentham Track Update NZTR’s National Track Advisor Todd Treweek has inspected the Trentham track which was a Dead 5 on the morning of Wednesday 12 January. There has been 116mm irrigation applied over the past 9 days and the intention is to apply more this week as needed. The grass cover is good and core samples taken at various parts of the track, along with the Moisture Meter reading (38%), indicate good moisture to a depth of 200mm. CD trainers representatives had also walked the track earlier in the week and declared themselves happy with its preparation. Could this be the day they finally get it right.......or not? Meticulous planning and craftmanship, hundreds of man and lady hours, have been invested into ensuring New Zealand's premier race track is in pristine condition for tomorrow. Every available member of the Petone head office team has spent allocated work time away from their desks and pie warmers, and been down the road helping out. Each was given one of the flash new watering cans, especially designed by NZTR. What could possibly go wrong???? 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Stipe Posted January 13, 2022 Share Posted January 13, 2022 7 minutes ago, KickintheKods said: What could possibly go wrong???? Looking at the weather forecast - nothing. Fine weather today and tomorrow with no wind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark D Posted January 14, 2022 Share Posted January 14, 2022 It seems they've put their trust in old reliable - nepotism! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huey Posted January 14, 2022 Share Posted January 14, 2022 It better work out, Trentham about the only racing I look forward to in NZ these days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Bloggs Posted January 14, 2022 Share Posted January 14, 2022 Tina take a bow, why she's plying her trade there is beyond me, both her and Hazel would make it here no worries.......must be the Chch lifestyle, must be something! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KickintheKods Posted January 14, 2022 Author Share Posted January 14, 2022 That track is PERFECT. Well done to all concerned. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aquaman Posted January 14, 2022 Share Posted January 14, 2022 Huge crowd. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nomates Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 14 minutes ago, aquaman said: Huge crowd. It is a sad sight . Breaks my heart . And they want to do a full refurb of the public amenities , waste of money . But i bet they still do it . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Stipe Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 3 minutes ago, nomates said: It is a sad sight . Breaks my heart . And they want to do a full refurb of the public amenities , waste of money . But i bet they still do it . No point unless it provides another source of revenue. In that regard Trentham cannot compete with Central Wellington. Need to invest in renovating the track. The members stand is more than sufficient to cater for the crowds they get now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curious Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 Sorry but last time I was there the member's stand was total crap. Wouldn't go back. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nomates Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 13 minutes ago, Chief Stipe said: No point unless it provides another source of revenue. In that regard Trentham cannot compete with Central Wellington. Need to invest in renovating the track. The members stand is more than sufficient to cater for the crowds they get now. It would be complete waste of money to renovate the track , as much as i hate saying it the champagne turf has seen it's day , sell it , put down a strathayr at Otaki and make Levin a training hub . That could all be done and there would be truckloads left over for improved stakes . 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Bloggs Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 Problem solved! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Bloggs Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 Shit, if they did that I might even come home and set up shop, is there any whitebait left in the Otaki River? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nomates Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 1 minute ago, Joe Bloggs said: Problem solved! Easy peasy lemon squeezy , if only Joe . But really sticking a new coat of paint on isn't going to do it . I've been having a think about it and if the CD wants to survive and get stronger they may have to do what Auckland is doing , basically become the CD Racing consortium , or something similar . If they don't i believe they will be swallowed up . I mean that crowd there today is an embarrassment , something has seriously gone wrong in Wellington . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nomates Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 3 minutes ago, Joe Bloggs said: Shit, if they did that I might even come home and set up shop, is there any whitebait left in the Otaki River? Make up your mind quick , the price of property round here is diabolical . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Bloggs Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 I'm at a MM party on our 30 degree day, booze, bbq and a lovely cool pool.......and what are we all talking about.......the size of the gathering at Trentham.....not a crowd.....a gathering........FFS. Beside wife swapping, what else do they do in Welly......? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Bloggs Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 2 minutes ago, nomates said: Make up your mind quick , the price of property round here is diabolical . Would you have room for a Winnebago in your back yard? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Stipe Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 46 minutes ago, curious said: Sorry but last time I was there the member's stand was total crap. Wouldn't go back. Is it an earthquake risk? Or weren't there enough mirrors in the bathroom? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Bloggs Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 They had to replace all the mirrors, they crack easily. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nomates Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 29 minutes ago, Joe Bloggs said: I'm at a MM party on our 30 degree day, booze, bbq and a lovely cool pool.......and what are we all talking about.......the size of the gathering at Trentham.....not a crowd.....a gathering........FFS. Beside wife swapping, what else do they do in Welly......? Jealousy rears it's ugly head , no more please . Enjoy your day and win bucket loads . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nomates Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 27 minutes ago, Joe Bloggs said: Would you have room for a Winnebago in your back yard? Got 3 1/2 acres Joe , you can pick your spot . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nomates Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 They just showed a wide shot of the public stand and grass area , barely 100 people , did they even advertise the meeting ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curious Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 36 minutes ago, Chief Stipe said: Is it an earthquake risk? Or weren't there enough mirrors in the bathroom? Both. No aircon. No dark beers. No zero alcohol ones either. Couldn't get a lemon lime and bitters for the missus. Queues at the tote windows even though I bet on my phone. Committee folk were lovely though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freda Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 2 hours ago, Joe Bloggs said: Tina take a bow, why she's plying her trade there is beyond me, both her and Hazel would make it here no worries.......must be the Chch lifestyle, must be something! She likes the scenery. She, Sam and the dog go all over the magnificent Sth Island. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark D Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 3 hours ago, aquaman said: Huge crowd. It's a week earlier than traditionally - had to change it to accommodate Karaka and Auckland - now they don't need to but the damage is done. Still the same as all the main tracks around NZ - it's not an attractive day out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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