Harry Potter Posted December 13, 2022 Share Posted December 13, 2022 10 minutes ago, New Town Loafer said: It's bad stuff, alright. Picked the end of last week to get my hair trimmed ffs. 🥶, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henrysmithsgloves Posted December 13, 2022 Share Posted December 13, 2022 Mate turned up today wearing one of these😎. Yes or no?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nucky Thompson Posted December 13, 2022 Share Posted December 13, 2022 It's to get milder by the weekend. Thank God Can't stand the cold Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henrysmithsgloves Posted December 13, 2022 Share Posted December 13, 2022 2 minutes ago, jonesy said: Depends. If the Q is "Should I murder him and then parade his still be-jacketed body through the streets as a warning to others who might be thinking of buying the same thing?" then I'd probably plump for a strong 'yes'. 🤣 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted December 13, 2022 Share Posted December 13, 2022 I’ve just done the “why is that arsehole in shorts?” thing as I needed to go to the supermarket and was lounging around the house in shorts and couldn’t be arsed putting jeans on. Bottom half shorts, socks, and trainers. Top half long sleeved t shirt, thick hoodie, and a Rab down jacket. All topped off by a Montreal Canadiens beanie I bought in Canada that is normally too warm for British weather. Admittedly only a 10 minute walk in either direction but it wasn’t that bad at all. Wouldn’t do it if there was any standing still for long periods involved though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nucky Thompson Posted December 13, 2022 Share Posted December 13, 2022 27 minutes ago, Tazio said: I’ve just done the “why is that arsehole in shorts?” thing as I needed to go to the supermarket and was lounging around the house in shorts and couldn’t be arsed putting jeans on. Bottom half shorts, socks, and trainers. Top half long sleeved t shirt, thick hoodie, and a Rab down jacket. All topped off by a Montreal Canadiens beanie I bought in Canada that is normally too warm for British weather. Admittedly only a 10 minute walk in either direction but it wasn’t that bad at all. Wouldn’t do it if there was any standing still for long periods involved though. I'm all for wearing shorts and probably do for about 11 months of the year, but this is just far too cold Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ri Alban Posted December 13, 2022 Share Posted December 13, 2022 42 minutes ago, Nucky Thompson said: It's to get milder by the weekend. Thank God Can't stand the cold 12 degrees by Monday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ri Alban Posted December 13, 2022 Share Posted December 13, 2022 31 minutes ago, Tazio said: I’ve just done the “why is that arsehole in shorts?” thing as I needed to go to the supermarket and was lounging around the house in shorts and couldn’t be arsed putting jeans on. Bottom half shorts, socks, and trainers. Top half long sleeved t shirt, thick hoodie, and a Rab down jacket. All topped off by a Montreal Canadiens beanie I bought in Canada that is normally too warm for British weather. Admittedly only a 10 minute walk in either direction but it wasn’t that bad at all. Wouldn’t do it if there was any standing still for long periods involved though. I don't mind the cold on my legs. I just fire shorts on to take the dug oot or go to the shop for whatever. It's just for a few minutes, I don't see the problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted December 13, 2022 Share Posted December 13, 2022 3 minutes ago, ri Alban said: I don't mind the cold on my legs. I just fire shorts on to take the dug oot or go to the shop for whatever. It's just for a few minutes, I don't see the problem. I went for a coffee at work a couple of days ago and the guy at the coffee stall told me I was a nutter for wearing shorts (it’s hot in my work so I often change into shorts when I get there in the morning) oblivious to all the office girls in the queue in skirts. Same thing. Except I obviously wasn’t wearing tights. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Gin Posted December 13, 2022 Share Posted December 13, 2022 40 minutes ago, Tazio said: I’ve just done the “why is that arsehole in shorts?” thing as I needed to go to the supermarket and was lounging around the house in shorts and couldn’t be arsed putting jeans on. Bottom half shorts, socks, and trainers. Top half long sleeved t shirt, thick hoodie, and a Rab down jacket. All topped off by a Montreal Canadiens beanie I bought in Canada that is normally too warm for British weather. Admittedly only a 10 minute walk in either direction but it wasn’t that bad at all. Wouldn’t do it if there was any standing still for long periods involved though. Lounging in shorts? Today? Do you have the heating blasting all day long? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted December 13, 2022 Share Posted December 13, 2022 6 minutes ago, Ray Gin said: Lounging in shorts? Today? Do you have the heating blasting all day long? Nah, I’ve just learnt to get used to the house being a bit chilly and I can’t do the wearing joggers thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henrysmithsgloves Posted December 13, 2022 Share Posted December 13, 2022 4 hours ago, jonesy said: Given his seal clubbing exploits, I'm sure @ArcticJambo wouldn't be averse to a bit of polar bear hunting, if you're a bit squeamish. 🐻❄️🦭 Must admit the polar bear looks awesome on a snowboard 🤣 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Ray Gin Posted December 14, 2022 Share Posted December 14, 2022 -7 on Tuesday morning. Forecast for Monday? 11 degrees. 18 degree swing in the space of a week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victorian Posted December 14, 2022 Share Posted December 14, 2022 12 minutes ago, Ray Gin said: -7 on Tuesday morning. Forecast for Monday? 11 degrees. 18 degree swing in the space of a week. These temperature values are largely due to extremely cold air from the north. It seems reasonable that a dramatic swing will happen if the weather systems lock that out. Monday and Tuesday morning you could feel a fairly gentle breeze that was bitterly cold. Rarely to you get a gentle wind that has such a wind chill value. GTF any air from the north. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kila Posted December 14, 2022 Share Posted December 14, 2022 Not been much wind this week so despite it being so cold it hasn't felt too bad outside if you keep moving. Next week is warmer but windier so will probably feel colder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo-Jimbo Posted December 14, 2022 Share Posted December 14, 2022 1 hour ago, Victorian said: These temperature values are largely due to extremely cold air from the north. It seems reasonable that a dramatic swing will happen if the weather systems lock that out. Monday and Tuesday morning you could feel a fairly gentle breeze that was bitterly cold. Rarely to you get a gentle wind that has such a wind chill value. GTF any air from the north. Or the East. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victorian Posted December 14, 2022 Share Posted December 14, 2022 4 minutes ago, Jambo-Jimbo said: Or the East. That's when the real snow starts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OBE Posted December 14, 2022 Share Posted December 14, 2022 3 hours ago, kila said: Not been much wind this week so despite it being so cold it hasn't felt too bad outside if you keep moving. Next week is warmer but windier so will probably feel colder. Nah, I'll take my chances with a 15mph South Westerly @ 12 degs thanks, no frost, back on the links... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott herbertson Posted December 14, 2022 Share Posted December 14, 2022 No snow at all here in Birnam - seems strange to have snow above and below but not here in the middle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ri Alban Posted December 16, 2022 Share Posted December 16, 2022 Feck off snow. Come back next Saturday night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doctor FinnBarr Posted December 16, 2022 Share Posted December 16, 2022 Its given Blackburn a decent covering overnight, on the plus side I only had to sweep the car instead of scraping when taking the wife to work. Did spot one arse clearing his drive wearing shorts though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FWJ Posted December 16, 2022 Share Posted December 16, 2022 On 13/12/2022 at 09:08, Maroon Sailor said: Coldest place I've ever been was Mo i Rana It was -20 Had to look that up because it sounds like somewhere in the South Pacific - Bora Bora or suchlike. Norway, ok! I remember early January ‘82 it was minus 20-ish in Ft Wm. It’s really unusual for it to get really cold there and it hardly ever snows. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Locky Posted December 16, 2022 Share Posted December 16, 2022 Woke up to the garden covered again here in Niddrie. Went out to get the milk off the doorstep at 7 and it was just starting again but didn't last long. Was thinking it felt a lot milder the last day or 2 as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Locky Posted December 16, 2022 Share Posted December 16, 2022 On 14/12/2022 at 18:30, kila said: Not been much wind this week so despite it being so cold it hasn't felt too bad outside if you keep moving. Next week is warmer but windier so will probably feel colder. I actually much prefer it the way its been this week. The ice is a pain in the arse and all, but I don't actually mind the cold. It's the wet and windy weather I really can't be arsed with. I'd take a full winter of calm, low minus temperatures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victorian Posted December 16, 2022 Share Posted December 16, 2022 Nowhere near as cold as it was. Some respite before going cold again soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Real Maroonblood Posted December 16, 2022 Share Posted December 16, 2022 5 minutes ago, Locky said: I actually much prefer it the way its been this week. The ice is a pain in the arse and all, but I don't actually mind the cold. It's the wet and windy weather I really can't be arsed with. I'd take a full winter of calm, low minus temperatures. Totally agree. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samuel Camazzola Posted December 16, 2022 Share Posted December 16, 2022 4 minutes ago, Victorian said: Nowhere near as cold as it was. Some respite before going cold again soon. Double digits on Monday. As high as 17c down south too. Big meltings coming! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Locky Posted December 16, 2022 Share Posted December 16, 2022 5 minutes ago, The Real Maroonblood said: Totally agree. Nothing worse than being in the town when it's pissing down and blowing a gale. Edinburgh can be a right pain in the arse for weather sometimes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taffin Posted December 16, 2022 Share Posted December 16, 2022 3 minutes ago, Samuel Camazzola said: Double digits on Monday. As high as 17c down south too. Big meltings coming! And the return of golf🤞🙏 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samuel Camazzola Posted December 16, 2022 Share Posted December 16, 2022 Just now, Taffin said: And the return of golf🤞🙏 On Links, yes. Parkland will be far too soft. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Mighty Thor Posted December 16, 2022 Share Posted December 16, 2022 9 minutes ago, Taffin said: And the return of golf🤞🙏 Hope so 👍 Gradual thaw in East Lothian so far today so hopefully the links is open tomorrow 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PortyJambo Posted December 16, 2022 Share Posted December 16, 2022 25 minutes ago, Locky said: I actually much prefer it the way its been this week. The ice is a pain in the arse and all, but I don't actually mind the cold. It's the wet and windy weather I really can't be arsed with. I'd take a full winter of calm, low minus temperatures. A sunny, but cold, winter day with no wind is actually one of my favourite types of weather. And, yep, wet and windy is the absolute pits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OBE Posted December 16, 2022 Share Posted December 16, 2022 9 minutes ago, Samuel Camazzola said: On Links, yes. Parkland will be far too soft. Usually good drainage on links, but not yet. Frost has penetrated deep into the soil, the melt has flooded parts of the course and is currently closed... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taffin Posted December 16, 2022 Share Posted December 16, 2022 21 minutes ago, Samuel Camazzola said: On Links, yes. Parkland will be far too soft. 11 minutes ago, The Mighty Thor said: Hope so 👍 Gradual thaw in East Lothian so far today so hopefully the links is open tomorrow 👍 4 minutes ago, OBE said: Usually good drainage on links, but not yet. Frost has penetrated deep into the soil, the melt has flooded parts of the course and is currently closed... I'm heading home (Edinburgh) Sunday for Christmas, I'll play absolutely anything next week to get out whilst I'm there 😂😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OBE Posted December 16, 2022 Share Posted December 16, 2022 Wet n windy, temps up, heating bill reduces, what's not to like?...Below zero sucks, glad it doesn't last long, change of wind direction is never far away... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Locky Posted December 16, 2022 Share Posted December 16, 2022 19 minutes ago, PortyJambo said: A sunny, but cold, winter day with no wind is actually one of my favourite types of weather. And, yep, wet and windy is the absolute pits. Same here. Yesterday was braw. Clear blue sky as far as the eye can see, and not a cloud in the sky. I sat at my window for a bit watching a plan in the distance that I could clearly see with its trail flying just north of Hexham, from Niddrie! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ri Alban Posted December 16, 2022 Share Posted December 16, 2022 29 minutes ago, OBE said: Wet n windy, temps up, heating bill reduces, what's not to like?...Below zero sucks, glad it doesn't last long, change of wind direction is never far away... I've spent a fortune on gas the last month. FORTUNE! About 12 quid a day+ ATM. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ri Alban Posted December 16, 2022 Share Posted December 16, 2022 28 minutes ago, Locky said: Same here. Yesterday was braw. Clear blue sky as far as the eye can see, and not a cloud in the sky. I sat at my window for a bit watching a plan in the distance that I could clearly see with its trail flying just north of Hexham, from Niddrie! I like it if it's during the holidays. It makes my job rather tricky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OBE Posted December 16, 2022 Share Posted December 16, 2022 1 minute ago, ri Alban said: I've spent a fortune on gas the last month. FORTUNE! About 12 quid a day+ ATM. Snap!...Wednesday was -7 and over £12 for both gas n electricity, something ain't right. Both sets of Grandparents were not that well off, but they never had great expense heating their homes. On opening their front door, the heat was like a slap in the pus, both miners mind, back boiler central heating...🔥 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Locky Posted December 16, 2022 Share Posted December 16, 2022 2 hours ago, jonesy said: Saw loads of flights walking home yesterday, way more than usual. Love checking out where they are going on flight radar. Was watching 3 planes at one point yesterday all from my window while I had a fag. Was braw. The one way in the distance that I could see was coming in to Edinburgh from Amsterdam, but as I said, just north of Hexham in my line of sight. There was another a lot closer that I tracked from the Borders and flew right over, a cargo plane from Heathrow to Seattle, then to top it off a plane flying much lower in a straight line above my head coming to land at Edinburgh. Oddly satisfying and fascinating. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henrysmithsgloves Posted December 16, 2022 Share Posted December 16, 2022 7 hours ago, OBE said: Snap!...Wednesday was -7 and over £12 for both gas n electricity, something ain't right. Both sets of Grandparents were not that well off, but they never had great expense heating their homes. On opening their front door, the heat was like a slap in the pus, both miners mind, back boiler central heating...🔥 Probably got a coal allowance,my old man got coal supplied and delivered free. I can't mind the exact amount though. I still have a back boiler on my duel fuel charnwood.. cosy 😁👍🏻 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OBE Posted December 16, 2022 Share Posted December 16, 2022 32 minutes ago, henrysmithsgloves said: Probably got a coal allowance,my old man got coal supplied and delivered free. I can't mind the exact amount though. I still have a back boiler on my duel fuel charnwood.. cosy 😁👍🏻 Aye, a coal allowance. Can remember my Grandfather asking me to count the bags being delivered if he was out or just make myself visible when the delivery took place, Ton at a time. Dual fuel, cannae beat a real flame... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo-Jimbo Posted December 18, 2022 Share Posted December 18, 2022 That's the change in the weather just starting now in the Borders, winds got up, banks of clouds rolling in from the South West and the start of the snow/sleet. A few hours of this and warmer air follows behind it, good, fed up with the cold weather now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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