davemclaren Posted December 5, 2017 Share Posted December 5, 2017 39 minutes ago, jonnothejambo said: The feckin Marx Brothers. Guess who is Groucho.... ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davemclaren Posted December 5, 2017 Share Posted December 5, 2017 While I was there two ‘elevated’ platforms arrived. A lot of work going on inside the hospitality areas as well. Must be a challenge to maintain progress when it all has to be safe for each home game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unknown user Posted December 5, 2017 Share Posted December 5, 2017 12 hours ago, Chaps said: Thread has went a bit quiet so a bit off topic Spurs new stadium to now cost in the region of 1bn http://www.insideworldfootball.com/2017/12/04/spurs-new-stadium-costs-top-1bn-expensive-ever-uk/ Holy bloody jesus!!! Makes you wonder how much aberdeens stadium would actually cost, part of me wants them to get permission - it'll cripple them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davemclaren Posted December 5, 2017 Share Posted December 5, 2017 1 minute ago, Smithee said: Holy bloody jesus!!! Makes you wonder how much aberdeens stadium would actually cost, part of me wants them to get permission - it'll cripple them That’s a lot of toilet enhancements. ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unknown user Posted December 5, 2017 Share Posted December 5, 2017 Just now, davemclaren said: That’s a lot of toilet enhancements. ? Imagine Spurs' snag list Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davemclaren Posted December 5, 2017 Share Posted December 5, 2017 13 minutes ago, Smithee said: Imagine Spurs' snag list Joking apart, it shows that what has happened at Hearts, whilst annoying, could have been much worse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunks Posted December 5, 2017 Share Posted December 5, 2017 37 minutes ago, Sir Gio said: Handrails are definitely loose Which section? I made a point of waggling all the ones on 'my' stair and they were all grand. Stair between S and T upper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
August Landmesser Posted December 5, 2017 Share Posted December 5, 2017 33 minutes ago, Dunks said: Which section? I made a point of waggling all the ones on 'my' stair and they were all grand. Stair between S and T upper. I can't wait for next Saturday now, everyone waggling handrails and stress-testing the building... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seymour M Hersh Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 8 hours ago, Sir Gio said: Christmas tree looks good out the front. Handrails are definitely loose Which ones? All of them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dalstonjambo Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 18 hours ago, Nookie Bear said: Seems risky to increase spending to accommodate NFL. Doesn't seem too sound an investment to me. They are pitching very hard for a London NFL franchise due to the success of the games hosted here. If that happens it’s a pretty smart move. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beast Boy Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 25 minutes ago, Dalstonjambo said: They are pitching very hard for a London NFL franchise due to the success of the games hosted here. If that happens it’s a pretty smart move. Jesus... NFL... kids of today. Still, if we can earn some coin from it, I’m in! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nookie Bear Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 32 minutes ago, Dalstonjambo said: They are pitching very hard for a London NFL franchise due to the success of the games hosted here. If that happens it’s a pretty smart move. I’m sure it is, if they get it (no doubt they will) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mysterion Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 1 minute ago, Ryder said: Jesus... NFL... kids of today. Still, if we can earn some coin from it, I’m in! I just don’t believe an NFL franchise would result in big crowds. Barry Hearn once explained that Darts sells out not just because of the product (and fun) but because it’s not on in towns/cities weekly and it’s not a team event. The U.K. NFL UK hosted games are the same in many respects - infrequent enough to generate interest from fans of the sport. Years of the Euro NFL never created a mega franchise during the years in the 90s and this would be the same IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cut The Crap Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 Why are we now talking about NFL on the Hearts new main stand thread, the last remaining refuge from the frothing condemnation and swivel-eyed conspiracy theorists elsewhere on this board? Where are the photies? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trago13 Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 (edited) 1 hour ago, Mysterion said: I just don’t believe an NFL franchise would result in big crowds. Barry Hearn once explained that Darts sells out not just because of the product (and fun) but because it’s not on in towns/cities weekly and it’s not a team event. The U.K. NFL UK hosted games are the same in many respects - infrequent enough to generate interest from fans of the sport. Years of the Euro NFL never created a mega franchise during the years in the 90s and this would be the same IMO. The NFL are investing a lot of money on the spurs stadium because it will be used on a regular basis to host games over here. If a franchise was ever to be placed here, we are only talking about 8 home league games (before playoffs) so it’s completely feasible that these would sell out, when you consider the current 4 games per year in much bigger stadiums sell out. The stadium has the infrastructure in place (pitch, locker rooms, media rooms) for many years to come regardless of it continuing as is or moving to a franchise. Oh and and I agree, where are the photos- we need more photos - please. Edited December 6, 2017 by trago13 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomaso Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 17 hours ago, kila said: Wonder when they'll finish off the media benches? Up close it looks like there is meant to be a panel on the front. Maybe the club going to put ads there, but right now they could at least put some maroon on! They are finished. There is a blank panel on the front - no plans for Ads - agree maroon panels would look better - another wee architects clitch... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
August Landmesser Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 17 minutes ago, Thomaso said: They are finished. There is a blank panel on the front - no plans for Ads - agree maroon panels would look better - another wee architects clitch... I'm sure it's the kind of thing that can be retrofitted - maybe a display panel giving the twitter handle of the journo using the desk, so we can provide 'advice' for the match reports.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomaso Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 11 minutes ago, August Landmesser said: I'm sure it's the kind of thing that can be retrofitted - maybe a display panel giving the twitter handle of the journo using the desk, so we can provide 'advice' for the match reports.... Once all the facilities are open and the stand is fully complete, I am sure there will be quire a few adjustments and improvements. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simmo Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 45 minutes ago, Thomaso said: They are finished. There is a blank panel on the front - no plans for Ads - agree maroon panels would look better - another wee architects clitch... So you are now on the anti-Clydesdale train ?????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomaso Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 5 minutes ago, Simmo said: So you are now on the anti-Clydesdale train ?????? Didn't know there was such a train - where can I board? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Beni of Gorgie Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 14 hours ago, Dunks said: Which section? I made a point of waggling all the ones on 'my' stair and they were all grand. Stair between S and T upper. Between P & Q Dunks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomaso Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 7 minutes ago, Sir Gio said: Between P & Q Dunks Send an email to the Club for the attention of Derek Ferrier. He will deal with this if it is a problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DETTY29 Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 1 hour ago, Thomaso said: They are finished. There is a blank panel on the front - no plans for Ads - agree maroon panels would look better - another wee architects clitch... What type of materials are the panels. Tin of maroon paint suffice? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Beni of Gorgie Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 1 minute ago, Thomaso said: Send an email to the Club for the attention of Derek Ferrier. He will deal with this if it is a problem. Thanks Thomaso, they aren't going to come off or anything, but some are looser than others, they move when you lean on them. I wouldn't have a clue to what stress levels they need to be at etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomaso Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 4 minutes ago, DETTY29 said: What type of materials are the panels. Tin of maroon paint suffice? Composite board material with a white laminated top and front - maroon paint would be subject to flaking and scratching - should really have been maroon laminate IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomaso Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 6 minutes ago, Sir Gio said: Thanks Thomaso, they aren't going to come off or anything, but some are looser than others, they move when you lean on them. I wouldn't have a clue to what stress levels they need to be at etc. They will be subject to a bit flexing, however if there is too much movement I would pop off an email to Derek to get them checked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Beni of Gorgie Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 5 minutes ago, Thomaso said: They will be subject to a bit flexing, however if there is too much movement I would pop off an email to Derek to get them checked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunks Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 3 hours ago, Sir Gio said: Between P & Q Dunks Hopefully gets resolved Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarmerTweedy Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 10 hours ago, Mysterion said: I just don’t believe an NFL franchise would result in big crowds. Barry Hearn once explained that Darts sells out not just because of the product (and fun) but because it’s not on in towns/cities weekly and it’s not a team event. The U.K. NFL UK hosted games are the same in many respects - infrequent enough to generate interest from fans of the sport. Years of the Euro NFL never created a mega franchise during the years in the 90s and this would be the same IMO. The NFL Europe, or whatever it was called exactly, didn't have teams competing in the actual NFL. I went to the World Bowl (the final) when the Claymores were in it at Murrayfield and the standard was, in comparison to the actual NFL somewhat akin to the third division of Scottish football rather than the premier league, if indeed it was even that good. An NFL franchise in London would be playing in the actual NFL! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dusk_Till_Dawn Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 1 hour ago, FarmerTweedy said: The NFL Europe, or whatever it was called exactly, didn't have teams competing in the actual NFL. I went to the World Bowl (the final) when the Claymores were in it at Murrayfield and the standard was, in comparison to the actual NFL somewhat akin to the third division of Scottish football rather than the premier league, if indeed it was even that good. An NFL franchise in London would be playing in the actual NFL! NFL has also never been more popular over here. People would flock to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jambos are go! Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 Heard it all before. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Slim Stylee Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 46 minutes ago, Dusk_Till_Dawn said: NFL has also never been more popular over here. People would flock to it. Which is ironic really as they're flocking away from it over in the US! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mysterion Posted December 7, 2017 Share Posted December 7, 2017 Nah. Sorry NFL fans - I don’t believe it will generate the crowds. I’m still citing the Barry Hearn theory around darts. It’s novelty in a city once or twice a year but not multiple times. The NFL games staged in London have had massive crowds as people traveled from all round the country. That’s a one off type trip a year for a lot of people. I’m not an NFL hater I just don’t believe there’d be enough fans to fill half of Spurs updated stadium each game over a season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarmerTweedy Posted December 7, 2017 Share Posted December 7, 2017 44 minutes ago, Mysterion said: Nah. Sorry NFL fans - I don’t believe it will generate the crowds. I’m still citing the Barry Hearn theory around darts. It’s novelty in a city once or twice a year but not multiple times. The NFL games staged in London have had massive crowds as people traveled from all round the country. That’s a one off type trip a year for a lot of people. I’m not an NFL hater I just don’t believe there’d be enough fans to fill half of Spurs updated stadium each game over a season. They're getting something like 90k four times a year just now, when there's no actual home team involved. If a London franchise did actually come to be, that would only bring an extra four games per year (plus very occasionally one or two more if they made the playoffs and had any home games) and there'd be an actual home team. It wouldn't necessarily have complete sellouts for every single game, but the crowds would be very large, almost certainly at least in the 40-50k range. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davemclaren Posted December 7, 2017 Share Posted December 7, 2017 1 hour ago, FarmerTweedy said: They're getting something like 90k four times a year just now, when there's no actual home team involved. If a London franchise did actually come to be, that would only bring an extra four games per year (plus very occasionally one or two more if they made the playoffs and had any home games) and there'd be an actual home team. It wouldn't necessarily have complete sellouts for every single game, but the crowds would be very large, almost certainly at least in the 40-50k range. Time will tell. I remember when basketball was the new up and coming sport here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnking123 Posted December 8, 2017 Share Posted December 8, 2017 This thread has went quiet. Does anyone know how we are progressing on different parts of the stand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davemclaren Posted December 8, 2017 Share Posted December 8, 2017 23 minutes ago, johnking123 said: This thread has went quiet. Does anyone know how we are progressing on different parts of the stand. Drove past it earlier and my Mrs thought it looked impressive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJGJ Posted December 8, 2017 Share Posted December 8, 2017 Main Stand ticket holders Turnstiles open: 2:00pm Supporters with tickets in the Main Stand must enter the stadium via the Main Stand’s turnstiles - accessed via the new Foundation Plaza. Supporters whose tickets are located in Sections N, P and Q, and seats 14-25 in Section PR, should enter via the North turnstiles (nearest the Roseburn End) in order to locate their seats with ease. Supporters with tickets in Sections R, S and T, and seats 1-13 in Section PR, should enter via the South turnstiles, closest to the Gorgie Stand. Please note that the walkway between the corner of the Main Stand and Gorgie Stand will not be accessible, therefore fans cannot, from the Main Stand, access the other three stands, and vice versa. New electronic turnstiles will be in operation at the Main Stand. These turnstiles are not manned. Fans should simply scan their valid season tickets into the electric card reader on the turnstile to gain entry. For more instructions, watch this video. Stewards will be positioned in key areas around the front of the stand should supporters require any assistance. For fans who select the print at home option, please note that the look of the ticket has now changed. The ticket must be folded before being placed into the reader. Further instructions can be found on the ticket, and on this video. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beast Boy Posted December 8, 2017 Share Posted December 8, 2017 I think NFL is totally shit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pans Jambo Posted December 8, 2017 Share Posted December 8, 2017 15 minutes ago, Ryder said: I think NFL is totally shit. I think it's not even that good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beast Boy Posted December 8, 2017 Share Posted December 8, 2017 Just now, Pans Jambo said: I think it's not even that good Fair point. I was a bit gushing in my praise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nucky Thompson Posted December 8, 2017 Share Posted December 8, 2017 23 minutes ago, Ryder said: I think NFL is totally shit. Not got a clue about the rules type of post Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Of The Cat Cafe Posted December 8, 2017 Share Posted December 8, 2017 23 minutes ago, Ryder said: I think NFL is totally shit. Safety helmet secured: To be honest, I do not think many of the team games invented/developed by Americans are that exciting. Even basketball, which they play a lot of, was invented by a Canadian - and ice hockey was derived from British soldiers/immigrants to Canada. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jambali Posted December 8, 2017 Share Posted December 8, 2017 37 minutes ago, Ryder said: I think NFL is totally shit. Don't agree - I can think of a use for sh*t Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beast Boy Posted December 8, 2017 Share Posted December 8, 2017 53 minutes ago, King Of The Cat Cafe said: Safety helmet secured: To be honest, I do not think many of the team games invented/developed by Americans are that exciting. Even basketball, which they play a lot of, was invented by a Canadian - and ice hockey was derived from British soldiers/immigrants to Canada. Yep. It’s like when music critics are forced to pretend hip-hop is anything other than: Now That’s What I Call Children’s Pish. See also anything by Andy Warhol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarmerTweedy Posted December 8, 2017 Share Posted December 8, 2017 2 hours ago, Ryder said: I think NFL is totally shit. Lots of people disagree! Also, lots of people think football is totally shit! And lots of people who don't think football in general is shit do think Scottish football is totally shit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kila Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 A couple I took today now the sky lounge face plates are done: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
151 Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 Just caught up with the scores then. Good result today happy with that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kila Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 On 06/12/2017 at 11:12, Thomaso said: They are finished. There is a blank panel on the front - no plans for Ads - agree maroon panels would look better - another wee architects clitch... Definitely looks like there should be a cover that slides in Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
151 Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 16 minutes ago, Wham Bam Austin McCann said: Just caught up with the scores then. Good result today happy with that! Wrong thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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