Mr Romanov Saviour of HMFC Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 Da *** is this all about?? Noticed it more and more lately. Groups of 3/4/5 people walking in a line blocking the entire pavement, meaning you have to walk onto the road to get around them. Gives me the ******* seethe that big time. How do you approach it? Just barge through them or what? Stand on the back of one of the ***** shoes so it falls off, breaking their Reservoir Dog impression in the process? Refusing to move on to the road any longer for these ignorant *****. (Reservoir Dogs line stolen from another thread ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheiky Baby Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 Straight through the middle giving it the Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bilel Mohsni Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 Grumble: *fuxake* and walk past them brushing against the one on the end's shoulder a little more forcibly than is usually regarded as polite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floyd Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 Da *** is this all about?? Noticed it more and more lately. Groups of 3/4/5 people walking in a line blocking the entire pavement, meaning you have to walk onto the road to get around them. Gives me the ******* seethe that big time. How do you approach it? Just barge through them or what? Stand on the back of one of the ***** shoes so it falls off, breaking their Reservoir Dog impression in the process? Refusing to move on to the road any longer for these ignorant *****. (Reservoir Dogs line stolen from another thread ) Happens in Glasgow too unfortunately. Got stuck behind 4 wallopers today walking up Glassford Street on the way to work this morning, as we approached scaffolding ahead, I thought, excellent a chance to swoop past on the outside as they will need to drop into a 2-2 formation. Did the feck, 2 walked through the scaffolding as the other 2 went round the outside which involved one walking on the road. What is the point??? Seriously?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Do The Dance Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 The etiquette is that they should surely break. Walk with head down into them. Run to create greater force, if required. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Romanov Saviour of HMFC Posted April 17, 2013 Author Share Posted April 17, 2013 Happens in Glasgow too unfortunately. Got stuck behind 4 wallopers today walking up Glassford Street on the way to work this morning, as we approached scaffolding ahead, I thought, excellent a chance to swoop past on the outside as they will need to drop into a 2-2 formation. Did the feck, 2 walked through the scaffolding as the other 2 went round the outside which involved one walking on the road. What is the point??? Seriously?? They can't break the line. They will go to any length to maintain the line. Bunch of ***** man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambos_1874 Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 Just walk towards them with a crazed expression on your face. That should get them to move aside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hughesie27 Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 This should work http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rSro8Fu06BA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lancashire_Lou Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 So, like trying to get through a roller derby pack? Shoulder/hip smash them at their weakest spot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Costanza Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 It's the arrogance of these people that their speed of progress is the optimum, that grinds my gears. A water cannon would be my personal choice but maybe a fake gun with authentic gunfire? I'm sure after a suitable explanation the police would be sympathetic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArcticJambo Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 Whip out your pole vaulting stick. Sorted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ribble Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 So, like trying to get through a roller derby pack? Shoulder/hip smash them at their weakest spot. Didn't see anyone say it was a line of 4 hairy lesbians? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake Plissken Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 Didn't see anyone say it was a line of 4 hairy lesbians? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Euan Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 I remember walking down Rose Street once and Riordan and his gang were on the march towards me. They covered every single gradient of pavement in a line on their way towards me - I must have been fifteen or so at the time. Where the **** was I supposed to walk?! Should've just nutted him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GhostHunter Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 Easy - just before "meeting" them - you turn around as if someone has just called you from behind, but in doing so, slightly lower your shoulder whilst speeding up your walk and brace for impact. It won't be you that's on your arse...and, should the inevitable - "Whit's yer problem mate" arise, smugly turn round and say, "Sorry, DIDN'T SEE YOU". Uttering "Ya ******" under your breath gets bonus points. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToYouToMe Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 That's how you do it. Sent from my GT-I9300 using Tapatalk 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craig_ Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 Happens in Glasgow too unfortunately. Got stuck behind 4 wallopers today walking up Glassford Street on the way to work this morning, as we approached scaffolding ahead, I thought, excellent a chance to swoop past on the outside as they will need to drop into a 2-2 formation. Did the feck, 2 walked through the scaffolding as the other 2 went round the outside which involved one walking on the road. What is the point??? Seriously?? Should've wrapped a bit of that scaffolding round one of their heads. When in Rome and all that... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoJack Horseman Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 Absolutely despise folk that walk across the whole pavement in a group. If they're coming towards me I just walk straight into the middle of them. If I'm behind them it's usually a scoot round them via the road. I hate pedestrians, absolutely hate them. Worse than the folk who get on the bus. The one's who walk slowly, the one's who walk and text, the one's that just stop mid stride, the one's that change direction without warning, the one's that can't make their mind up where they're going. All pricks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floyd Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 Should've wrapped a bit of that scaffolding round one of their heads. When in Rome and all that... Was very tempting to go all Patrick Bateman on them, but I didn't want to get blood on my suit or raincoat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reaths17 Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 Absolutely despise folk that walk across the whole pavement in a group. If they're coming towards me I just walk straight into the middle of them. If I'm behind them it's usually a scoot round them via the road. I hate pedestrians, absolutely hate them. Worse than the folk who get on the bus. The one's who walk slowly, the one's who walk and text, the one's that just stop mid stride, the one's that change direction without warning, the one's that can't make their mind up where they're going. All pricks. the ones that do all of this at the one time while waving about an umbrella should be shot on sight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoJack Horseman Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 the ones that do all of this at the one time while waving about an umbrella should be shot on sight Don't even get me started on umbrellas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Gin Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 This is one of my pet hates too. Arseholes. Or couples walking hand-in-hand taking up the entire pavement refusing to let go so one of them can let you past without either walking into one of them or walking in the gutter. Pricks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandt Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 Stand still, pull a Big Issue out and watch the path open up for you. They may even cross the road. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floyd Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 Stand still, pull a Big Issue out and watch the path open up for you. They may even cross the road. Does that still work if you are wearing a suit?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big D Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 If you are behind them kick a stone on approach. Even if you don't hit them, at least one will turn round and see you, thus giving carte blanche to breenge past them. If approaching, walk through and don't say anything, Ever. The person that speaks after a pedestrian collission is admitting their guilt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ribble Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 Absolutely despise folk that walk across the whole pavement in a group. If they're coming towards me I just walk straight into the middle of them. If I'm behind them it's usually a scoot round them via the road. I hate pedestrians, absolutely hate them. Worse than the folk who get on the bus. The one's who walk slowly, the one's who walk and text, the one's that just stop mid stride, the one's that change direction without warning, the one's that can't make their mind up where they're going. All pricks. It's amazing how many folk wander around places like Princes Street in their own wee world as if there isn't ever going to be anyone else walking about at the same time! As for the couples holding hands/groups walking 4 abreast if they are coming towards me it isn't an issue but that might just because I'll generally look like a right grumpy **** that isn't going to alter course for anyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuart Lyon Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 How does a pedestrian warn other pedestrians that he/she is about to stop/turn round? Can't recollect ever seeing anyone make a gesture to indicate their intentions to fellow pedestrians. Is this covered in the Highway Code? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Gin Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 How does a pedestrian warn other pedestrians that he/she is about to stop/turn round? Can't recollect ever seeing anyone make a gesture to indicate their intentions to fellow pedestrians. Is this covered in the Highway Code? The correct procedure is to gradually move towards the edge of the pavement, glance over your shoulder and then make your stop and turn after checking that nobody is about to walk into the back of you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoJack Horseman Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 The correct procedure is to gradually move towards the edge of the pavement, glance over your shoulder and then make your stop and turn after checking that nobody is about to walk into the back of you. This, it's not a literal warning. It's just being self aware. If I'm going to stop abruptly, I'm going to check if there's anyone directly behind me first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reaths17 Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 How does a pedestrian warn other pedestrians that he/she is about to stop/turn round? Can't recollect ever seeing anyone make a gesture to indicate their intentions to fellow pedestrians. Is this covered in the Highway Code? they engage their brain, thats a start. it's pretty much the same as highway code, no rocket science. left right back and front then manouvre/stop how hard can it be Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
topcat Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 Nobody under six foot four should be allowed an Umbrella Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sawdust Caesar Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 Stand still, pull a Big Issue out and watch the path open up for you. They may even cross the road. Or get your hands on a chuggers charity jacket/vest thingy, people will part like the Red sea when you approach them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy-y Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 Head up, shoulders back, swagger on and BOOOOOM straight through the biggest one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tian447 Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 Nobody under six foot four should be allowed an Umbrella This. I recently shouted at a woman for basically taking my eye out with one and got stared by other people at as if I was the arsehole. Maybe "Have some ******* spacial awareness you ******* daft cow" wasn't the best way to open, but as a tall guy I'm sick of being at face level with other ***** umbrellas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gibbo Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 This. I recently shouted at a woman for basically taking my eye out with one and got stared by other people at as if I was the arsehole. Maybe "Have some ******* spacial awareness you ******* daft cow" wasn't the best way to open, but as a tall guy I'm sick of being at face level with other ***** umbrellas. Using the word 'spacial' was probably the problem. A lot of people can take being called a '******* daft cow', but take umbrage if somebody uses a word that they don't understand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArcticJambo Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 If you are behind them kick a stone on approach. Even if you don't hit them, at least one will turn round and see you, thus giving carte blanche to breenge past them. If approaching, walk through and don't say anything, Ever. The person that speaks after a pedestrian collission is admitting their guilt. Assuming of course that you carry a pocketful of stones around with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Das Root Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 Ask them if they want some lime in their coconut then pull out a blade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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