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I wish so much that masks were required in shops, inside public buildings etc. It needs to be normalised as soon as possible. Can’t even go shopping without feeling close to a panic attack these days as folk walk up behind way too close, barely anyone wearing masks and folk chatting and blocking the aisles and generally acting like the past few months never happened. Makes me feel like a fool for wearing a mask, avoiding seeing my vulnerable loved ones, and keeping my distance. I wish everyone would take it more seriously. Maybe it would be over sooner if they did. by casiotone403 (Tue 30th Jun 2020 8:22pm)

If ok to ask, what’s your approx planned cost for rent/per month? I’ve lived in quite a lot of parts of Glasgow/surrounding area so can offer a few pointers based on budget. by casiotone403 (Sun 5th Jul 2020 2:25am)

Budget might veto some of the areas that have gotten rather mega pricey these past few years (main west end/shawlands) but I think you’ll find some nice options in adjacent areas. Have you got a preference for being close to train station/particular part of Glasgow/nightlife or other amenities? by casiotone403 (Sun 5th Jul 2020 2:49am)

Know you’ve tried Gumtree and I had a similar prob with my recent house move getting rid of bulky furniture - gumtree wise are they up as freebies or for sale? I had stuff sitting for sale (v cheaply) with no takers but once I put them up for free they were gone fast (some things within an hour of posting). Not ideal but I managed to avoid the van hire scenario. Might be worth a shot. My backup was the van hire but the other poster’s suggestion of a man and van may be the better solution if you’re totally stuck. by casiotone403 (Mon 31st Aug 2020 1:11am)

Hello, I’ve interchanged jag and jab and vaccine (when I’m feeling fancier?) and “ouch needle” without problem thus far in life. Guess this Scottish (and aware of location) lass was in a “let’s call it jab” mood today. It doesn’t matter as long as folk understand. by casiotone403 (Fri 9th Oct 2020 1:49am)

I don’t know anyone who has had this experience with a landlord. Perhaps they exist but they’re a mythical creature as far as I can see. I’ve rented 10 different places and I’m in my early 30s. Every single place had ridiculous issues. I would be happy to list these issues for you if you’d like. I think it’s been summed up really well by others here. I’d love to see the fantasy scenario you present. It doesn’t exist except perhaps in incredibly rare cases. The current system is exploitative and needs radical changes. by casiotone403 (Tue 30th Mar 2021 7:20pm)

I didn’t say they did at any point. I said these were my experiences and that I don’t know anyone who has had the type of positive experience you describe. Most of the people I know rent and I teach young adults at college. So yeah, I know quite a lot of people who rent. Obviously we’d need a larger sample size to truly judge the situation objectively - the comments in this post seem to be leaning in the same direction though do they not? There’s a very good reason Living Rent was created and thank goodness it was too. I’m curious if you’re a landlord, I guess I’d say maybe your experiences don’t equate to everyone else’s either? Worth bearing in mind. by casiotone403 (Tue 30th Mar 2021 7:57pm)

Nope I didn’t say all landlords were ****, didn’t say or imply that at any point. The key point I (and others) are making is that the current system is deeply flawed and needs radical change, and that renting in general (read in general, not all of the time every time, but certainly a lot of the time) is currently very exploitative especially in the private sector. If you don’t see that, you’re clearly lucky with regards to your housing experience. I would hope you might consider that people wouldn’t be getting so passionate about this if it were not a very real problem, one that’s ruining lives and preventing people from having any kind of upwards mobility. by casiotone403 (Tue 30th Mar 2021 8:38pm)

It’s not even this close, wrong place on the map. If it’s not right to post it here I apologise, just thought it might be worth a shot. by casiotone403 (Sun 9th May 2021 2:17pm)

I tried - they say contact the seller by which time the fresh food inside will be ruined. It’s the second time a parcel delivered by them hasn’t arrived and the last spoiled, just trying the internet to see if I can avoid another load of food waste. by casiotone403 (Sun 9th May 2021 2:17pm)

I’m on that just now yep, I don’t recognise it and haven’t yet found the door in question (not sure if the map point is right). It looks like it might be outside rather than in a close (hence the posting online, felt worth trying before its nabbed). by casiotone403 (Sun 9th May 2021 2:20pm)

Mono Cafe Bar Another vote for locavore - I’m lucky to live near their victoria road store, loads of vegan stuff by casiotone403 (Mon 19th Jul 2021 10:43am)

Thought you meant boys who smoke that dodgy synthetic stuff for a minute there… by casiotone403 (Sat 31st Jul 2021 7:18pm)

Hmmm surprised at this post - I’m loving the new food in stereo. The Mac and miso balls are hedonistically tasty, and the burger is banging too. Seems like a decent range of options? Can’t stay the same forever, I used to love the wheatball wrap there but that went years ago. Chefs come and go and bring new ideas with them. As a fellow commenter said - they’ve just reopened after a very challenging year and facing difficult times right now. Best keeping an open mind as they’re both decent ethical places. by casiotone403 (Sat 14th Aug 2021 4:07am)

I wonder if Kinning Park Complex would be worth a look? Years since I was there but they had a decent sized kitchen in the back which we used for a community event. by casiotone403 (Tue 17th Aug 2021 8:14pm)

I’m loving the new cycle lanes that lead to the centre from victoria road - nice route, almost entirely separate, leads to the river which is also great to cycle along. Just watch out at the Victoria road junctions - had a few near misses as right of way hasn’t been too clearly indicated near Lidl. by casiotone403 (Wed 18th Aug 2021 11:21pm)

Die bitch by casiotone403 (Fri 27th Aug 2021 5:42pm)

So tasty by casiotone403 (Fri 27th Aug 2021 5:57pm)

Back in the day posting on the physical board at rehearsal studios like Berkeley seemed quite effective - might be worth doing as I think the studios are quite busy again. by casiotone403 (Fri 3rd Sep 2021 1:40pm)

Read that as a “load of ferrets” there… bit disappointed when I reread it. by casiotone403 (Fri 3rd Sep 2021 9:39pm)

Pollok Park - it’s huge, so much to explore. Went on some wonderful rain walks there - there’s an old tree stump in overgrown parts of the gardens growing mushrooms - you can climb up it, when it’s windy and rainy - very atmospheric and beautiful. by casiotone403 (Sat 11th Sep 2021 10:53pm)

Do you have a preference for an acoustic piano or are digital/stage pianos ok? Berkeley have full size digital pianos available to hire, you just need to book it in advance of your rehearsal. Real pianos are hard to come by - they need regular tuning/maintenance and I suspect it’s not cost effective for a lot of studios. Depending on how big a room you’d need, I’d say the rooms at the Mitchell Library if they’re still going. Or you could do what my friend did and book an air bnb that had an acoustic baby grand piano - no idea how much she paid, probably more than a studio - it was in the west end. by casiotone403 (Sat 25th Sep 2021 3:08am)

He did shows at our school! A p2 me got to compete against a p7 to win a panda. I won the panda by building a cube. by casiotone403 (Tue 2nd Nov 2021 10:02pm)

Greggs food at a wedding sounds pretty banging tbf by casiotone403 (Sat 6th Nov 2021 2:53pm)

I’ve wondered whether they could implement a system where a time slot is selected instead, which would reduce the likeliness of missing the call so surely save any time spent setting it up? The system for phone appointments feels incredibly archaic. I can book time slots for most things but not for a phone call regarding health matters, where surely it matters most. I’d prefer to book a time slot online if I could. Anyone in the NHS got thoughts on this? Is it infeasible? by casiotone403 (Tue 23rd Nov 2021 9:14pm)

Yeah I thought that might be a key reason, but I guess I still think it must be possible to offer a window, even approximate like within a two hour period. I teach during the day and I’ve missed calls because they were during class - waste of their time I think too, rather than if I could choose a slot where I’ve got prep time and could answer the phone. So many people must be in this situation, where they need to speak to a GP but can’t be available the entire day not knowing when the call will come. Ultimately they need more funding and more staff, of course, and I don’t blame the nurses and doctors as I know how hard they work. It’s systemic change I’d hope for. by casiotone403 (Wed 24th Nov 2021 12:12am)

I’ve rented both double and single glazed over the years. All the single glazed tenements I stayed in felt colder but these flats usually had other factors such as gaps letting in drafts or the one I stayed in that only had one electric radiator, kitchen was freezing in the morning! For me, I’d try to avoid single glazed but if it was the only option in my budget, thick curtains, and that plastic film stuff (can’t recall the name) that sort of imitates double glazing to a small extent made a big difference for me. I also found and sealed up some holes where I felt a draft. Didn’t take long to do and helped a lot. by casiotone403 (Sat 27th Nov 2021 7:15am)

What sort of course are you doing? E.g is it an NC/HNC/HND? by casiotone403 (Tue 30th Nov 2021 2:09am)

Are you entitled to SAAS funding? Most students in scotland are, even if you’ve used it before you can still access SAAS loans and you can choose how much to get. Only start paying it back when you earn above a certain threshold (I’m paying about £30 a month back). Edit - I’m a college lecturer, different college but feel free to DM as can offer guidance. by casiotone403 (Tue 30th Nov 2021 1:00pm)

Yeah they’re great, got my first pair of glasses from there (probs a year of a hella lotta screen time), lovely folks and very pretty frames. by casiotone403 (Thu 2nd Dec 2021 11:50pm)

That doesn’t justify them walking into the road without looking - bikes lanes are bike roads, hopefully people will start to take more care. by casiotone403 (Sun 5th Dec 2021 9:04am)

I wonder if you’ve ever been a cyclist on the road for any meaningful amount of time. People riding bikes experience grief every day, way more than the occasional interaction a driver or pedestrian might have. There are those who don’t want us on the roads, those who don’t want us on the pavements, so heaven forbid we shouldn’t ask that cycle lanes are respected so that we can get where we’re going without constant fear of hitting someone or being hit/doored. Eyes open by casiotone403 (Sun 5th Dec 2021 9:07am)

Yes I don’t argue that, but the act of looking before stepping on the main carriageway is long established and respected - we were taught it in school. So such incidents of pedestrians blindly walking on to the road, while still too common, are no where near as common right now compared to cycle lanes where people are doing it all the time, or just standing there - standing in the middle of the bike “road”. Awareness needs to be drawn to the fact that cycle lanes are roads, so that people walking look beforehand, for their safety and that of the person on a bike. by casiotone403 (Sun 5th Dec 2021 9:19am)

There are bad cyclists and bad drivers - that’s not a reason either taint us all with the same brush nor request everyone (pedestrians, cyclists, drivers) follow the rules. Not OP but to answer your question, yes I do all of those things as do most cyclists I see on my commute. Can’t stand incompetent drivers, cyclists or pedestrians. by casiotone403 (Sun 5th Dec 2021 9:42am)

They’re walking into the road, the road for bikes, that’s why. Cars toot horns when they walk out too, cyclists have to get where they’re going too. Look left then right before crossing the road, whether it’s a bike or a car on that road. by casiotone403 (Sun 5th Dec 2021 9:39am)

That’s a really odd mindset - why else are they built? Prior to cycle lanes (and anywhere they don’t exist) the main road is the only option for cyclists. By that logic I might as well ignore the cycle lane and cycle on the road because it would be safer for me and not mess up my commute given my cycle lanes aren’t being respected… only there are people in this thread who don’t want us on roads where cycle lanes are present. Ye can’t win! by casiotone403 (Sun 5th Dec 2021 9:51am)

That’s a tricky one though I really do understand it. On victoria road, for example, I’ve walked into the cycle lane to avoid a crowd *but* I look, wait for a gap, because I know there might be cycle traffic on it. On Allison st I’ve walked on the road, car door side, occasionally for the same reason. Health issues in my family so don’t want to get sick. I think though the situ still needs addressing, who knows how long the pandemic will go on, more people being able to confidently cycle safely to their work etc means less on trains, buses and in cars which would be a plus for public health (and mean less congested roads). by casiotone403 (Sun 5th Dec 2021 10:02am)

Reposting what I said below but still applies. There are bad cyclists and bad drivers - that’s not a reason either taint us all with the same brush nor request everyone (pedestrians, cyclists, drivers) follow the rules. I cycle with respect. I wear high vis, helmet, mirrors, I stop at red lights. I follow the rules, as do most cyclists I know. I can’t stand incompetent drivers, cyclists or pedestrians. by casiotone403 (Sun 5th Dec 2021 1:15pm)

Eh? by casiotone403 (Sun 5th Dec 2021 1:40pm)

Not sure why you’re being downvoted - all e bikes are limited so you were just issuing a correction. I’m overtaken regularly by non assisted road bikes, as I’m in one of those pretty but heavy pendleton e bikes. by casiotone403 (Sun 5th Dec 2021 4:40pm)

No such thing as road tax. Where’ve you been? Roads are paid for through general taxation… so us cyclists who pay income and council tax are only looking for our money’s worth (we’re actually being short changed at the moment, y’see, we’re subsidising car infrastructure - you’re welcome). by casiotone403 (Sun 5th Dec 2021 4:46pm)

Car tax pays for emissions… that’s why fully electric vehicles don’t pay any car tax at all. So are you suggesting they shouldn’t use the road either or have the same rights? Roads have existed for probably about 8000 years. Cars have existed for probably about 135 years. Roads aren’t for cars, they’re for travel. … also nowt against it but I don’t wear spandex when I cycle, no one needs to see that. Edit - just to add, I commute to my job from glasgow to Paisley - not sure how I factor countryside into that but I’m one less car on the road. by casiotone403 (Sun 5th Dec 2021 8:12pm)

Fannymcfanboy not able to read and convinced they’re right. Your name is apt. by casiotone403 (Sun 5th Dec 2021 9:22pm)

Hmmm I’m disappointed as that bit has been ok when I’ve been down it on my bike, so I’m surprised to see this - hopefully it’s a rarity (or maybe I’ve just been down it at quiet times). There was one occasion where a driver had broken down and she was very apologetic/seemed quite stressed out by where she was stuck! by casiotone403 (Mon 6th Dec 2021 6:57pm)

More like a type 6 on the Bristol stool chart? by casiotone403 (Thu 9th Dec 2021 12:48am)

Think they’re calling it that because they were offering flu jags at my appointment too. by casiotone403 (Mon 13th Dec 2021 11:36am)

Yikes. When my sister and I rented in Shawlands (very near that flat, very similar flat size wise and number of rooms) it was £650 a month. That was only about 6 or 7 years ago. Wages haven’t gone up to match such a crazy increase! Rent prices out are out of control. by casiotone403 (Thu 16th Dec 2021 3:34pm)

Housing is a necessity, freddos aren’t. Having to live further away because you’re priced out affects your life and increases your expenditure in both travel and personal time. If wages had gone up to match rent increases this wouldn’t be a problem, but they haven’t. by casiotone403 (Thu 16th Dec 2021 3:39pm)

Not wages by casiotone403 (Thu 16th Dec 2021 3:37pm)

*Become a landlord and get in on the exploitation of a basic human requirement (shelter) by casiotone403 (Thu 16th Dec 2021 3:42pm)

The vast majority of Scots including myself don’t vote in Torys. Many like myself work in public sector jobs where we’ve had wage cuts year on year due to the cap on increases. The reality is that the country is getting worse, the sooner we can make the economy people and well-being focussed, rather than on making as much money as possible at the expense of basic human well-being, the better. by casiotone403 (Thu 16th Dec 2021 6:29pm)

Dear me, were you steaming last night? by casiotone403 (Sat 18th Dec 2021 10:48am)

They are blocking the road. by casiotone403 (Sat 18th Dec 2021 7:17pm)

From the Oxford Dictionary - road /rəʊd/ noun a wide way leading from one place to another, especially one with a specially prepared surface which vehicles can use. "a country road" - nothing mentioned there about a kerb, but the photo sure likes like a wide prepared surface designed for vehicles (in this case, designed for bikes) by casiotone403 (Sat 18th Dec 2021 8:30pm)

That’s not how one defines a road. See above. That bit of the road is for bicycles. Your point topples. by casiotone403 (Sat 18th Dec 2021 10:48pm)

What you describe there is called filtering and it’s perfectly legal - https://www.cyclescheme.co.uk/community/how-to/filtering When I filter, I do so carefully and when the light turns green I make sure I can be seen by the drivers before continuing. Filtering is good as it helps ease congestion (getting all the slower road users to the front rather than scattered throughout). Without having been there of course there’s no way to know how safely the filtering was carried out but if her only “crime” was going up your left hand side, she was not stupid nor in the wrong. by casiotone403 (Mon 20th Dec 2021 3:04pm)

Yeah it has to be applied with caution for sure, esp if she’s going straight on and there’s a left turn available. I sort of see each filtering situation as different as there are different hazards to be aware of (pedestrians crossing where the cars are stopped, junctions, etc). I see cyclists do it well and cyclists do it badly. I try to be in the former camp as my commute takes me along Paisley Road West so it comes up a lot! I still hope for a time where there are a lot more separate cycle lanes in places there is theoretical room for them (like Paisley Road West, it’s so wide!), so filtering isn’t required. by casiotone403 (Mon 20th Dec 2021 3:21pm)

I once had a neighbour complain because of the sound of my digital piano keys thudding. Not the piano (I had headphones on), just the keys (not even fully weighted keys too). Now live underneath the loudest running children I’ve ever known. Tenement life! I’ve lived in 7 tenements and all of them would’ve been a nightmare with a treadmill though I see your edit acknowledges that! Which part of town you moving in? Like others have said, glasgow is great for running in and lots of gyms too depending where you are. by casiotone403 (Tue 21st Dec 2021 11:55pm)

That was an unusual situation, in retrospect I wish I’d stood up for myself more, as being able to play a keyboard should be fair enough. I’ve never had that problem in any other rented flat or now owned one I’ve lived in, I think that one just had particularly thin floors. If you’re worried pop it on a rug, you’ll be fine! If any issues feel free to DM, I’ve also had to contend with the fact I play drums over the years - there are work arounds with good neighbourly communication and creative soundproofing. During the pandemic I continued teaching drum lessons by using an electric kit at home, still had to have a convo with the neighbour though to make it work tap/thud wise (they turned out to be nightshift!). by casiotone403 (Wed 22nd Dec 2021 12:36am)

Have you contacted Living Rent? They might be able to help. by casiotone403 (Fri 31st Dec 2021 1:29am)

If you’re hungover today, I highly recommend “pressing the button” as we say in our flat, aka call some filthy junk food in. Lots open today I think! Eating junk and being a generally lazy feck got me through covid when I had it. by casiotone403 (Sat 1st Jan 2022 11:12am)

Unless everybody’s doing a brand new dance now… by casiotone403 (Tue 4th Jan 2022 2:14pm)

When I was wee, rolls and sausage and fish fingers and waffles and all sorts of nonsense in front of the tv. Oh and so many sweeties. I have many fillings. Now I’m a vegan twat so I eat lentils at the table with a glass of vino. I do sometimes still eat waffles though. by casiotone403 (Sat 29th Jan 2022 11:12pm)

We are watching the NHS being defunded and dismantled - this is just the latest act. Really, has it ever been so difficult to get an appointment? I needed one today, I have to phone back tomorrow at 8.30am to compete with others for an appointment. I do not blame the surgeries. This way bigger than them. They have been so defunded by Tory governments over the years as to be at breaking point. I’ve seriously considered getting private health insurance lately because I’m scared the nhs might not be able to help me in a scare such as cancer or something. Before this turns into an SNP versus whatever convo - I’m personally green and pro Indy, I acknowledge SNP flaws, but it seems even worse in England from what I’ve read. This isn’t a scotland or SNP issue. It’s a UK issue. I’m very worried it will be the end of the road for NHS without a massive pushback from the people (who are sadly exhausted, underpaid, etc). by casiotone403 (Thu 17th Feb 2022 1:39am)

Errol’s feels like a pizza urban legend to me. I’ve heard it’s wonderful, but it was quite competitive trying to book during the pandemic so I’ve not had the chance to try it yet! by casiotone403 (Sat 26th Mar 2022 12:28am)

Paesano are quite good but I find the crusts quite uninspiring and find myself leaving them. Some sort of garlic and herb dip might make a difference. Dough’s lacking in flavour a bit. by casiotone403 (Sat 26th Mar 2022 12:30am)

As others have said, it’s extremely difficult to get a place with a housing association/council house - way too little stock for the number of applications. Nonetheless do apply - to as many as you can. I’m unsure if your reason would count as a mitigating circumstance to help your priority level, but it is worth trying. Do you have a friend you could go in with to rent a place? That market’s a nightmare too but with one or two pals it might be affordable. I’m unsure if you got SAAS funding this year but if you go to uni next year it might be worth applying for the highest amount you can get, which if you’re mid 20s should hopefully class you as an independent student (so they don’t need to know your parents income). It’s not a huge amount of money and wouldn’t help til August/September but it should hopefully help. This group (https://nacoa.org.uk/ ) exists for people like you (children of alcoholics, of all ages) - maybe they can offer guidance beyond what you’ve got here. I imagine this scenario is sadly quite common. by casiotone403 (Mon 18th Apr 2022 1:03am)

I don’t think they’ll kick you out - I remember pondering this same question when I lived in one - mine was in Paisley with Link. I never got a pay rise to cause a concern but I’m sure these properties are aimed with long term stays in mind. I was there over two years and they didn’t ask for an update on my salary. I don’t think it would be a justifiable reason to evict you under Scottish tenancy laws either. I personally would take the raise, and congrats! by casiotone403 (Wed 20th Apr 2022 10:46am)

I do Glasgow to Paisley commute a few times a week - it’s awful and so frustrating given there’s easily enough room to create proper separated (not just paint) cycle lanes. by casiotone403 (Fri 29th Apr 2022 6:49pm)

Not my experience, and I’ve been cycling in greater glasgow for over a decade I don’t always take up a dominant position, but if the parked cars are too close on the left, or the driver behind is clearly trying to overtake when there is not enough room (e.g. due to islands in middle of road, or busy traffic and overtaking on the other side), I will be cycling in the middle, because it’s safer and I have every right to be there. My council tax pays for the roads, and cyclist already don’t get their moneys worth in terms of infrastructure. They don’t gain much in the way of distance when they overtake anyway, I always catch up at the lights. Those unhappy about it should fully support better cycling infrastructure, it’ll mean less cars on the road as those put off by the dangers of cycling will give it a go. by casiotone403 (Fri 29th Apr 2022 6:53pm)

Yep it’s not great, so if we want it to be that way in 20 years time we probably better get started? Anyway, we could remove 95%+ of cars from the roads probably and still keep the infrastructure for tradespeople. Personally I’m not advocating no cars at all, I’m advocating a change that stops prioritising cars at the expense of everyone and everything else. by casiotone403 (Fri 29th Apr 2022 7:16pm)

You’re in a bubble of ignorance, by the sounds of it. by casiotone403 (Fri 29th Apr 2022 7:31pm)

Some pavements I would agree with you, but too narrow and you’re risking hitting people coming out of shops etc. Plus the pavement isn’t designed to be rolled on, it’s bumpier and slower than the road. What we need is properly maintained separate (not just paint) cycle lanes. by casiotone403 (Fri 29th Apr 2022 7:31pm)

I don’t see why I should add half an hour on to my journey to work by going through pot hole ridden side streets. I pay for the roads via council tax (car tax pays for emissions), so I think it’s fair we continue to demand better cycle infrastructure and fairer treatment on the roads we contribute towards. by casiotone403 (Fri 29th Apr 2022 7:29pm)

I don’t want nor need a car most of the time, my work is within cycling distance. If I need a car I’m signed up to a car share scheme. Why don’t you cycle/walk/get the train? For sure, demand infrastructure that’s efficient for cars (which incidentally, would actually probably be cycling infrastructure) but don’t get in the way of other commuters who have just as much right to be there as you prior to that happening. by casiotone403 (Fri 29th Apr 2022 8:16pm)

The infrastructure you speak of existed for centuries before cars did. In fact bikes rode those roads far before cars drove on them. We cause less damage and potholes too. Look, all snipes aside, I’m not telling cars to disappear completely, but realistically we have to change - car dependency isn’t sustainable. Your commute by car could genuinely be FAR better if more people cycled. I’ve seen it work in other countries. by casiotone403 (Fri 29th Apr 2022 8:38pm)

I’m not demanding anything from motorists except mutual respect for that fact that we both have a right to use and be safe on the road. Glasgow’s roads were not built for cars - https://www.darkerside.org/2013/05/glasgows-roads-were-not-built-for-cars/ … however, with a change of attitude perhaps we can all have a better commute. I don’t hate drivers, I cycle respectfully, but it’s hard not to be infuriated at anger from folks such as yourself when we who cycle are barely considered in road design, especially considering I as a cyclist subsidise road (mostly car) infrastructure with my council tax, so I’m just pushing for fairness - roads are for modes of transport, not just cars. by casiotone403 (Fri 29th Apr 2022 8:47pm)

I have a mirror, and I look - I know who is behind me. My hazard perception is way better since I started cycling regularly. You hear more on a bike too since you’re out in the open. by casiotone403 (Fri 29th Apr 2022 11:24pm)

Terrible idea - cars have insurance and reg plate because they are massive machines capable of orders of magnitude more damage and injury than a bicycle could ever cause. It will also discourage people from cycling which will mean more cars on the road. We should be encouraging cycling, because it can actually make things better for drivers too. by casiotone403 (Sat 30th Apr 2022 1:08pm)

I use my bike to travel to work… as do many, many others. We banning leisure journeys with cars now too, then? They’re causing extra traffic after all! by casiotone403 (Sat 30th Apr 2022 1:05pm)

Jesus, when will this fallacy die? There is no such thing as “road tax” It is car tax - it pays for the emissions your car produces. We pay for roads via council tax and general taxation, which means actually as a cyclist, I am subsidising roads for drivers… especially since it’s motor vehicles that actually cause pot holes. So yeah, we’ll cycle on the roads we’ve paid for, and you’re welcome for the money we pay for the damage y’all cause. by casiotone403 (Sat 30th Apr 2022 1:12pm)

The kerb and gutter are full of pot holes, broken glass, not to mention car doors. Nah mate, I’ll cycle where it’s safe - that might be by the kerb or it might not. I don’t want to hold up traffic but I also need to get to my destination, same as everyone else. If traffic bothers you, join the campaign for proper, well maintained, separate bike lanes. by casiotone403 (Sat 30th Apr 2022 1:10pm)

Two moronic cyclists don’t represent the majority. I almost got hit by a car probably 3 times this year on Paisley Road West - that doesn’t mean I’m vilifying all car drivers. We should all be working together and stop ranting on about the incompetent minority of car drivers and cyclists. It does nothing to solve the issue. We need more people to cycle, the environment needs it. by casiotone403 (Sat 30th Apr 2022 1:19pm)

If the cycle lane isn’t being used, there is always … yes ALWAYS - a reason. Such as - - it leads nowhere - it isn’t in the direction the cyclist is going (e.g. if they need a right turn - it is poorly maintained - full of pot holes cause by previous car journeys, or broken glass - it is unsafe in another way - right next to parked cars, for example - it’s incredibly bumpy verses the smooth road surface next to it. We all pay for roads through general taxation so it seems only fair that if the cycling provision is unacceptable, that the cyclist use the road next to it. - it is not a true cycle lane at all - it is just paint, which provides no safety whatsoever and actually encourages unsafe overtaking If it bothers you, I advise joining us in campaigning for properly maintained, well designed separate, cycle lanes by casiotone403 (Sat 30th Apr 2022 1:16pm)

Cars are awful for the environment. No thanks. I work plenty hard. by casiotone403 (Sat 30th Apr 2022 1:21pm)

Roads have existed for millennia. They are for getting from A to B. The idea that roads are for cars has been encouraged by the car industry, enforced by messaging that people don’t belong on their own streets anymore. I pay for roads through my council and income tax, so I’ll be continuing to use them to get to work. I’m one less car on the road, one less car damaging the road. I’m not advocating no cars, but cyclists aren’t going anywhere either / we’re a growing group. You can continue to have annoyance at people who cycle on the road, or you can re-adjust your thinking. We need more people cycling and less driving for the sake of the planet anyway. by casiotone403 (Sat 30th Apr 2022 1:25pm)

Ah whoops… just remembered that too. Haven’t watched Top Gear in years. by casiotone403 (Sat 30th Apr 2022 1:30pm)

Do you mean cycle lanes in completely different locations from roads, or just that the cycle lanes may follow the same path as the road, but not just be paint on the road (rather, a proper separate thing such as this - https://bicycledutch.files.wordpress.com/2015/10/reitscheweg-4.jpg) Asking as if it’s different locations entirely I’m unsure how it would be practical - not against the idea, but usually the road is much more direct - it’s quickest by far for me to take Paisley Road West, for example, to cycle to work. If the cycle lanes don’t go where people need them, they won’t use them. by casiotone403 (Sat 30th Apr 2022 2:12pm)

That’s not why it’s a terrible idea in my view. Anything that discourages people off bikes and back into cars is a terrible idea, will make traffic worse and mean more accidents (since cars cause more, and far more serious, accidents) Here’s one view from an insurance provider - who thinks it’s a bad idea (even though they’d profit from it) and explains why - https://www.cyclist.co.uk/in-depth/9748/comment-why-my-insurance-company-won-t-support-mandatory-registration-or-insurance-for I have insurance btw. I cycle a lot and wanted to make sure I was protected if anything happened or if my bike was stolen… but I wouldn’t legally force it on anyone. We need less barriers to cycling, not more. by casiotone403 (Sat 30th Apr 2022 8:47pm)

“As it turned out, very little room was needed…” - Nancy by casiotone403 (Sun 1st May 2022 1:53am)

What? I’ve paid my share for the roads via general taxation - for once, it would be nice if people who cycle got their moneys worth. Only, I’m quite sick of subsidising you drivers ;) by casiotone403 (Sun 1st May 2022 1:56am)

My bicycle isn’t just my hobby, it’s my main mode of transport - so no, I won’t be doing that. By that logic, shall we be banning car journeys that are anything other than commutes to work now? by casiotone403 (Sun 1st May 2022 1:54pm)

Yeah that’s a tricky one - I’m lucky to have a Green candidate in my area. If I didn’t it would be a struggle, as I’ll never vote labour again after 2014, I also won’t touch any of that horrific Tory/Alba/generally nasty nonsense but there are flaws with the SNP. by casiotone403 (Mon 2nd May 2022 9:20pm)

Why don’t drivers get off the road?? Oh what, did that sound unreasonable? Well that’s what your statement sounds like to anyone who cycles or respects people who cycle. by casiotone403 (Thu 5th May 2022 11:46pm)

If you want the benefit of a small vehicle that can get to the front of lights (filter - which is perfectly legal) maybe you should consider riding a bike instead. Wanting to use the roads we’ve contributed to via taxes isn’t entitled - it’s fair. If you drive a car (which I sometimes do) you take up more road real estate which comes with drawbacks. by casiotone403 (Thu 5th May 2022 11:45pm)

Why are cars more important? I get from Glasgow to Paisley for my job far quicker and less stressed on a bicycle than I would by train, bus or possibly even car depending on the traffic. I’ll continue to use the road I contribute to with my taxes (income and council - which is what mostly pays for roads). My bike is my mode of transport. It doesn’t cause emissions, it doesn’t cause potholes, it keeps me fit and less of a burden on the nhs. I’m not vilifying cars either, they’re a key mode of transport, but just one mode - it’s the motor industry that perpetuated the idea that roads were for cars only. Roads have existed for millennia. Actually I reckon if we want more cycle lanes we need more cyclists, not less Supply and demand and all that. Would be nice to see a fair proportional amount of money spent on cycling infrastructure for once. by casiotone403 (Fri 6th May 2022 12:17am)

Respectfully, in this exchange the only one who’s coming across as selfish is you. I’m not telling you to get off the road, you’re telling me - that’s selfish and I hope you don’t take that attitude on the road with you when you’re driving. Stop your generalisations - we’re all just trying to get from A to B. I could call drivers selfish for taking up more space, parking in space on the road that could be cycle lanes, spouting fumes into our lungs, but I know that you’re just trying to get to work eh? Me too, so maybe it’s time we all showed each other a bit more respect. by casiotone403 (Fri 6th May 2022 10:44am)

Had to look that up in a panic. The internet is skeptical. Childhood me is relieved (or prefers to believe the skepticism) by casiotone403 (Mon 9th May 2022 12:26am)

Never seen someone denied access to Sleazys unless they were really drunk (and sometimes even then they’d be let in). Could be they’ve changed a lot (as their previous and rather legendary doorman passed away during the pandemic). Mind you I am 35, and so it was about a decade ago when I was a regular. by casiotone403 (Tue 28th Jun 2022 8:05am)

Laurieston The Glad Cafe The Bell Jar Phillies Rum shack Off the top of my head… there are other nice places but I’m generally too lazy nowadays to leave southside unless I have to by casiotone403 (Sun 3rd Jul 2022 12:12am)

Yes! They are awful, I wonder if you are in the same property we were years back, moldy shower room, and when they came for an inspection their checklist of things to clean for it were completely excessive and unreasonable. They complained on inspection that there was dust on the skirting boards, and that they’d be returning to check them! Not caked in dust or anything, and we were still living there/they weren’t doing viewing or anything. Bad experience and wouldn’t rent from them again either. by casiotone403 (Tue 19th Jul 2022 8:25pm)

This was about 6 years back, I can’t recall if we did let them in… I’m lucky, a decade of mad rentals later and we’ve managed to get mortgage in a nice place, so much cheaper than rent which is madness (surely it should be the other way round) by casiotone403 (Wed 20th Jul 2022 12:22am)

I used to get out and push (heavy hybrid) though I’d try to get a bit further up each time. It’s fine, just stay to the side so others can cycle past. Saying that I was doing this about 10 years ago, tried it again recently on my e bike and found it a bit more scary, due to it being such a long time. I reckon you’ll get used to it, it’ll really help your leg muscles if you do a bit more each time! by casiotone403 (Mon 25th Jul 2022 4:49pm)

Love that channel, it motivated me to cycle to work each day and to ditch having a personal car in favour of car share and public transport (though I almost never use the latter due to the OP’s accurate reference to shambles). I reckon a significant percentage of people would benefit from not owning a car but using car share instead (would also free up parking spaces to be used for other things like bike lanes) by casiotone403 (Sun 14th Aug 2022 2:52am)

When on the main road, whether you choose to ride at the side or the middle depends on the situation. You are legally allowed in the middle. You’re a road user same as cars. The middle is primary position and there are lots of situations where it is safest for you to be there (if there’s no room for cars to overtake, if parked car doors are too close on the left, for example). My biggest advice is don’t be scared to make yourself SEEN. I think a lot of people who start cycling for their commute feel like they have to get out of the way of cars - it depends on the situation and it’s better to be seen by cars behind you, than to hit a car door or be hit by a passing car because you hid to the side. Of course there’s lots of times it’s safe to be to the left - I cycle daily to Paisley and on Paisley road west there are two lanes so I’m able to create a balance to allow cars to pass a lot of the time (though, not all of the time, see above re parked cars). I advise pannier bags - I take a poncho and waterproof trousers most days just in case. I probably have more advice, I’ll post if anything more occurs to me. Re. Shared pavements - beware pedestrians are less predictable than cars, especially if they have dogs - adjust your speed to the situation. Also welcome to cycle commuter club! by casiotone403 (Wed 7th Sep 2022 11:00am)

Love the part about ringing the bell and “thank you, have a good day” - I do that too! Some roads are just too dangerous to be on at all, I hope that will improve in the coming years (e.g. more proper separated cycle infrastructure) by casiotone403 (Wed 7th Sep 2022 5:14pm)

Byres road would be such a good one for it, used to live there and always found that road quite scary! I have a dream where all of Paisley road west has lanes a bit like those on victoria road. Maybe it will just stay a dream. It would be amazing though! by casiotone403 (Wed 7th Sep 2022 6:37pm)

That’s good advice, I slow waaay down near dogs in the park, as I can’t imagine the horror of hitting a dog or their human. I’ll make sure my line of travel is never in between too. by casiotone403 (Thu 8th Sep 2022 9:29am)

I’ve learned where they all are now, though if I lose vigilance even for a moment I can be caught out! by casiotone403 (Thu 8th Sep 2022 9:28am)

Forcing everyone to reflect? I’m not a royalist, I feel nothing in particular about the death of a woman I did not know. I think it’s highly inappropriate and frankly approaching cultish to force people into some sort of collective mourning like that. by casiotone403 (Sat 10th Sep 2022 10:06am)

Re. Doing this on shared use paths - Sounds like you need a better hobby than one that has a negative impact on someone’s day. If I were stuck behind you on my cycle commute and you did this for long enough, I could end up late to work, which could impact some of the young and in some cases vulnerable people I work with. Is that really ok? Maybe try to consider that the person on a bike is a person who may be going somewhere important. by casiotone403 (Thu 13th Oct 2022 10:54am)

I’ve not seen anything about it on their IRC channel… by casiotone403 (Sat 22nd Oct 2022 9:15pm)

People who leave dogs alone to cry and howl all day deserve a special kind of hell. One place I lived upstairs neighbours locked their dogs in all day every day alone, and didn’t bother walking them - they’d just open their door and the dogs would pelt it downstairs to do the toilet, often not making it and pooing/peeing on my doormat. The back garden had hundreds of dog shits, it stank and there were flies. SSPCA couldn’t do much without more evidence and environmental health said it’s private land. Was so glad to move away from there but those poor dogs! I hope they got away from that situation. by casiotone403 (Sat 5th Nov 2022 10:09am)

If you hear anyone say that again maybe point out that a pothole is far more dangerous for a cyclist than a driver! Had some really dangerous near misses recently on my bike. by casiotone403 (Sat 21st Jan 2023 10:33am)

Yes! I’ve a long list of things to be grateful to my union for (I now teach/work in education), in other previous customer service jobs my coworkers and I were massively exploited by our employers and I wish I had the confidence I do now to have stood up to them. Unions are collective power, readdressing the balance, they’re crucial and we must both protect and expand their existence. by casiotone403 (Wed 22nd Mar 2023 12:22am)

I lock main frame and front wheel with a sold secure D lock, back wheel has an in built lock. It’s also insured. Not foolproof but I’ve avoided it being stolen so far. I pick busy areas and avoid the rubbish bike stands that only allow connection to a wheel rather than the frame. by casiotone403 (Sat 1st Apr 2023 1:16pm)

I use a sold secure lock (insurance requirement) for the frame, a cheaper D lock for the front wheel and my back wheel has one of those in build lock things. That and it’s insured but I have no car so my bike is very important to me on a daily basis! Bare minimum frame and front wheel, though nothing is certain so insurance is maybe worth a look for peace of mind. Still FAR cheaper than a car if you were planning to use it as an alternative to car trips. by casiotone403 (Fri 14th Apr 2023 12:08pm)

r/unexpectedfuturama by casiotone403 (Tue 18th Apr 2023 12:27am)

Recommend this too - I tried Lifelink which was ok but the fact it cut off after 4 sessions was hard. I didn’t find BetterHelp worked for me as it was all online, though it might help for some. Southside counselling have been fantastic. by casiotone403 (Mon 24th Apr 2023 11:49pm)

Yeah very frustrated at the Paisley cycle lane scrap - my bike is my mode of transport which I use for work, going shopping, socialising, etc, but apparently having a safe way to travel for these means by bicycle is disastrous(!) by casiotone403 (Thu 27th Apr 2023 11:47pm)

There’s lots of reasons why a cycle lane may not be used, such as - - it puts the person in the perfect position to be doored by a parked car - it encourages dangerous overtakes which don’t allow a safe passing distance - it doesn’t connect to a network of cycle lanes taking people who don’t feel safe mixing with traffic from A to B - this is a BIG ONE - many would cycle were it not for mixing with traffic but if a lane dumps you in the road after one street, they may not use it at all - the lane is poorly maintained - potholes from previous car use, rubbish, etc Not an exhaustive list but I’m a daily 14 mile commuter cyclist and if a lane is useable I use it. If it’s dangerous as per the above I can’t or I risk injury. by casiotone403 (Thu 27th Apr 2023 11:53pm)

Flawed argument - you not seeing people means nowt about their usage, additionally some lanes are either disconnected with an overall safe network, badly designed or full of potholes/other hazards which prevent them being usable. by casiotone403 (Thu 27th Apr 2023 11:50pm)

Why is the cyclist arrogant in this comment? You seem to be the one who’s implying superiority over another road user? by casiotone403 (Thu 27th Apr 2023 11:55pm)

Please read what I say - Someone choosing to cycle isn’t some sort of weird “Lycra” clad person they’re just like you but choosing a bike instead of a car to travel where they’re going - not being comfortable with change is understandable but being able to bike to work instead of car saves money and increases exercise, for me it has vastly improved my quality of life and commute - please reconsider whatever stereotype you may have in your mind re folks on bikes - sincerely - Linwood born lady cycle commuter. by casiotone403 (Fri 28th Apr 2023 12:00am)

Grew up riding my bike everywhere by casiotone403 (Fri 28th Apr 2023 11:43am)

“Faster road users” is almost never true in my experience - it’s not your maximum speed that matters, it’s your average speed - I’m faster cycling to work in Paisley than I would be driving or taking the bus or train. I get overtaken by someone only to almost immediately catch up to them at the lights all along Paisley rd west. Most overtakes I find to actually have been pointless during rush hour. In any case, if you want bikes out of your way we need safe properly designed cycle lanes. Until then it’s madness to imply somehow that the ability of a vehicle to go faster means priority. I suppose folk should start driving formula 1 cars by that logic to gain priority. by casiotone403 (Fri 28th Apr 2023 11:47am)

Without pictures I’m afraid it’s hard to see to it argument as having much weight - if you can tell me what roads they are on I’d happily have a look. I just wish to combat misinformation where cyclists are often vilified for doing perfectly legitimate things. Cycling without a helmet is legal in the UK Filtering through stationary traffic is legal in the UK Cycling on the road at any time, no matter the existence of cycle lanes (good or bad) is legal in the UK by casiotone403 (Fri 28th Apr 2023 12:06pm)

Thanks for sending - while not from that neck of Glasgow, that’s a cycle lane I would use with the only downside being shared with pedestrians which is less safe of course, only reason I wouldn’t use it is if it’s in bad condition which I can’t tell from Google street view. Re that person you mentioned - clearly they were dangerous now I know what they were doing, specifically the bottles on handlebars/drunk thing, middle of the road thing as in.. overtaking y’all while you were stationary? I’d filter on the left in that scenario personally. Yeah I think we’re overall on the same page, I see poor road users of all categories but I also feel a strong need to ensure a wee balance as we’ve a big way to go cycle infrastructure wise and a lot of the anti cyclist stuff I do see isn’t relevant to the fact that if we have a fully connected network, it WILL be used (that’s a big issue, it’s not connected but very sporadic and inconsistent, so many who would cycle for a journey don’t feel safe to) by casiotone403 (Fri 28th Apr 2023 4:26pm)

I had this happen in a previous flat - fully carpeted no parties no loud music. She complained about noise all the time because of footsteps, one time complaining because my partner was making lunch. She was clearly stressed as she mentioned her newborn but it was really unpleasant to feel like I couldn’t even walk in my own flat! I don’t think their expectations are realistic, I live below people now and hear footsteps and the kids playing but it’s worth it as I chose this flat, knowing that risk. In my last place I did complain a couple times about upstairs neighbour but they were insanely loud and actually had screaming arguments/police round a few times. I doubt you’re like them! If you’re not like them and just living your life, try your best to stand your ground respectably, it’s not fair for you to have to tiptoe around. by casiotone403 (Sat 20th May 2023 9:41pm)

I see you’re still waiting, I too would like them to explain what they think a 20 minute neighbourhood give they think such a thing would be “unfortunate”. by casiotone403 (Sat 27th May 2023 5:19pm)

Middle class thing? 20 minute neighbourhoods would be good for saving money, a bike is massively cheaper to use than a car. Anyway if you read something like that feel free to share the source. Otherwise it’s just hearsay and sounds absolute nonsense. by casiotone403 (Sat 27th May 2023 5:14pm)

Unless it’s acid rain that’s a pretty weak reason not to cycle, people cycle in all weather, myself included. It’s the way I get to work (Glasgow to Paisley and back each day), the only weather I don’t like to cycle in is a thunderstorm. I wear waterproofs and my regular clothes underneath, easy, comfortable. As the saying goes, there’s no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing choices. by casiotone403 (Sat 27th May 2023 6:01pm)

All I’m reading from naysayers could probably be summed up as resistance to lessening reliance on cars, making cities less polluted and LOUD and increasing ease of using public transport, bikes and walking - any city I’ve been to that’s done this hasn’t collapsed, they are thriving and actually pleasant to be in and there are so many methods to allow those with mobility needs not to be let down, in fact by removing those cars where they could take another method, there’s less traffic for the vehicles that need to be there. by casiotone403 (Sat 27th May 2023 6:09pm)

36 and partner who’s 40 also cycles everywhere, we don’t have a car. I pass people cycling for their commute of all ages. by casiotone403 (Sat 27th May 2023 6:33pm)

Feeling that you have to own a car because infrastructure doesn’t allow for speedy (or safe) bus, rail or bike transit isn’t too far from being a “tax” on the poor as it is. The idea of AI controlled mass transit, who knows, but it’s a separate idea and probably so far away than should we just sit and do nothing in the meantime with a system that isn’t fit for purpose, pollutes, and punishes the poor by making taking the bus or cycling more unpleasant than it could be? Buses subsided by gov paid for by general taxation sounds a hell of a lot fairer than mass individual car use which means the poor suffer the brunt of payments more. by casiotone403 (Sat 27th May 2023 6:37pm)

Maybe we could but it’s a separate thing from 20 minute cities and besides, cars take up way more space than buses and bicycles, they take up whole lanes on Paisley road west while parked up. We need less cars to make room for people. Plus though disclaimer, it’s one experience, but while on my cycle commute I saw a Tesla hit another car’s wing mirror, whether it was in self driving mode I don’t know, but I don’t think the tech is quite there yet. by casiotone403 (Sat 27th May 2023 6:43pm)

I’m still unclear as to the goal of your point, while there are those who physically can’t cycle does that mean we shouldn’t bother building the infrastructure when a huge proportion of the population could? Sorry to hear about your double bout, I had that too, still recovering but honestly my cycle has helped me hugely to recover cardio wise. One person’s experience is important but population research is what we should base these decisions on. by casiotone403 (Sat 27th May 2023 6:46pm)

Except for the fact that they do? You seem to think you’re speaking for everyone, I wouldn’t claim that but I know I’m speaking to the view of a lot of people who don’t deserve being sidelined when city infrastructure is being designed. by casiotone403 (Sat 27th May 2023 7:34pm)

Where did I say that? “Less” is what I said I don’t want or expect a carless world - I want a world where cars don’t dominate at the expense of walking, cycling and public transport. by casiotone403 (Sat 27th May 2023 7:30pm)

Many shelters literally will not adopt out to you unless you have outdoor access for your cat. Only exception being cats with specific health issues. As OP states not a relevant comment - here we let cats outside, and our streets aren’t safe enough because of fast cars, for cats or humans OP - not sure what the solution is but totally support something happening on residential streets, I reckon it should be mandatory 15 or 20 mph limit on these streets and a change in law that anyone hitting a cat must stop and report it. by casiotone403 (Sun 25th Jun 2023 7:35pm)

Residential streets shouldn’t be driven through at speed - that’s what main roads are for. Why should people and their pets not get to enjoy their home and neighbourhood because of vehicles being driven unsafely? Edit to add - actually even for main roads, speed should be a matter of safety and risk. A lot of people drive too fast on main roads as well. by casiotone403 (Sun 25th Jun 2023 10:27pm)

Second the bicycle option - just get a good lock (or two), I insure my bike too as I’ve ditched the car to use it full time. by casiotone403 (Tue 11th Jul 2023 3:44pm)

It’s really so uplifting to read all the positive comments here - OP college could be a brilliant idea for you - an NC may be a good starting point to build confidence but the tutors could probably guide you on the right entry point. I had a bad time growing up/at school (currently awaiting autism assessment at age 36!) - college was life changing . I chose music, had a wonderful 2 years studying there and got my degree afterwards. I make a living from music thanks to college, loved it so much went back to teach there too. As others have said too there’s no one route in life, but if you would like to go study college might be perfect for you. You’re not stupid - never let anyone tell you that! The fact you’re searching for things to improve your life shows incredible resilience and I admire you for it. by casiotone403 (Wed 12th Jul 2023 2:30pm)

Speak to her perhaps if you think it’ll help stop the banging (could your speakers be raised up/are they on the floor?). You’re doing nowt wrong, and if you do speak to her don’t make the mistake I did a few flats ago - don’t give her your number - I was so worried of upsetting neighbours I did to keep the peace and downstairs lady started texting me complaining when it was lunchtime because my partner was apparently making lunch too loudly. It was ridiculous but I was a dafty giving her my number. by casiotone403 (Fri 14th Jul 2023 8:27pm)

I don’t think stating they’ve worked hard means they’re stating that poor people don’t work hard. Why are fight with each other when it’s the ultra rich who hold power over the current shit state of low wages? Poor people or people on the lowest wages should be paid more, obviously. If a full time job doesn’t cover the essentials of life then something has gone horribly wrong with the system (something has, clearly, it’s broken ). Pride in managing to get a well paid job when coming from poverty - why get mad at that? Shouldn’t we all be getting mad at those people who run a broken system in the first place? by casiotone403 (Wed 26th Jul 2023 1:46pm)

Yeah I can understand that, those who act as though those struggling financially aren’t trying hard enough is pretty damned cruel - I mean it’s possible that someone isn’t trying hard enough obviously (statistically a few probably will be like that) but the goalposts have changed. If I wanted to move out from my parents now as opposed to when I did (2011ish) I doubt I’d have been able to afford it based on how high rents are now. I’m angry about that as I teach young people and I see their opportunities as getting fewer rather than greater. I’m personally hoping for/fighting for massive systemic change (I’d happily shove capitalism in the bin). by casiotone403 (Wed 26th Jul 2023 2:11pm)

Thinking these conspiracy theorists are wackos is not the same thing as backing the government. If they’d (you’d?) take that energy and direct it to really damaging shit like climate collapse and poverty we might actually see some good. by casiotone403 (Sat 29th Jul 2023 6:08pm)

I read that in a Marie Kondo sort of way - decluttering? I’m guessing that’s not what they meant in the leaflet. by casiotone403 (Sat 29th Jul 2023 6:09pm)

I’m not just dismissing it out of hand, I’ve already heard so many of these theories and in particular I’m well versed on the concept of 15 minute neighbourhoods and I’m a huge supporter of new urbanism giving us better lives and freedom from being restricted to cars. 5G surveillance reads like something written by someone who has no idea what 5G is ULEZ and possibly carbon counters - uh yeah, if quite like the current climate collapse shit show not to get worse and I like to not have an asthma attack in town, so I’m all for those. I can’t take seriously a group that will lump in things that could be good for all of us with all these other nonsense things. I can’t stand the UK Gov but we need intelligence and research and a coherent argument and this nonsense I worry lumps anyone who dislikes the government with falsehoods and bizarre arguments for which I see no evidence . by casiotone403 (Sat 29th Jul 2023 6:22pm)

Yeah I mean if done properly, I quite like that idea… we can’t take anything with us when we die (unless you believe in that sort of thing). Or car sharing, we do that because we don’t want to pay for a car sitting doing feck all the majority of the time. by casiotone403 (Sat 29th Jul 2023 6:53pm)

Grogg’s? by casiotone403 (Sun 30th Jul 2023 12:17am)

How many people? I booked a karaoke room in supercube as part of my sister’s hen do, might be some availability and it was good fun! by casiotone403 (Wed 2nd Aug 2023 11:40pm)

This isn’t a cyclist issue, it’s a terrible event planning issue GCC (the planning being bad, not necessarily the event itself) by casiotone403 (Fri 4th Aug 2023 4:22pm)

I had to go the opposite direction to take my cat to the vet today in west end travelling from southside - drove to a park and ride subway and got the subway. Might be harder the other way around depending how far south you’re going. by casiotone403 (Fri 4th Aug 2023 4:20pm)

Nah - that just means they’ll get your name and there’s a chance they’ll want to visit you, the hell are they getting access to my home given their shameful scare tactics. Ignore the letter OP - do not engage with them at all. by casiotone403 (Sun 6th Aug 2023 1:42pm)

The clue is in “dear sir/madam” - they have no idea who you are. It’s a scare tactic letter and shameful as it’ll only work on those vulnerable to it. Bin/recycle it. I’ve had about four of these and yet to see this mythical enforcement officer. If they showed up I’d stop speaking to them as soon as they identified themselves and keep the door closed. You’re not their customer and they have no way to justify enforcement - having a telly means nothing… I mean you could theoretically watch BBC content on your phone? by casiotone403 (Sun 6th Aug 2023 1:40pm)

No other business I’m not a customer of harasses me and others with letters threatening fines. I’m not their customer and I don’t use their service, main issue here is that they bully people and ask to inspect people’s homes. It’s disgusting. by casiotone403 (Sun 6th Aug 2023 1:47pm)

Hello fellow autistic Southside Trekkie! Your username could be my username! Can I join?Also fave trek? I’m mostly DS9 and VOY by casiotone403 (Thu 24th Aug 2023 5:14pm)

Picard I think! I’m less into TOS though have started rewatching it recently, I forgot just how relentlessly sexist it is! Love TNG. Strange New Worlds and Lower Decks are my favourite new ones. by casiotone403 (Thu 24th Aug 2023 5:59pm)

Tough call! I’d lean towards GWR, hi vis and plenty of lights and take your space on the road to avoid being hidden or being doored by a parked car. Be SEEN. Even if it means a car behind you has to go ever so slightly slower for a bit. You’d only catch up to them at the next set of lights anyway. I cycle Paisley road west most days to work and I started wearing a helmet cam as well, may be worth considering as I feel it might be deterring driving folks from being quite as pushy. I use a techalogic one. You can def have lights that will work in the park but I also totally get the feeling of not being safe even if you are on a fairly speedy bike. Plus, when it gets colder and icy the parks tend to be much slippier than the roads (which I found out all too painfully last winter!). by casiotone403 (Tue 3rd Oct 2023 12:17am)

Your circle of friends doesn’t represent the wider population. Using the people you know as a sample is flawed research. I can do it too - I hardly know anyone who owns a car. I know more people who cycle. by casiotone403 (Wed 4th Oct 2023 5:48pm)

Push for better public transport. Join campaigns, get involved. It’s not guaranteed but it’ll take a collective push for it to get better just as it tends to for any big change. If other countries can do it, we can too. by casiotone403 (Wed 4th Oct 2023 5:47pm)

It’s not - I’m trying to explain the concept that our social bubbles often reflect ourselves, so you stating you hardly know anyone without a car is based on your own experience. by casiotone403 (Thu 5th Oct 2023 10:59am)

No I’m a millennial living in a flat. Cars are too expensive and being stuck in traffic sucks so I cycle. In my social circle exists people with cars sure, but particularly in south side cycling to town and surrounding areas is quicker, cheaper, and incorporates exercise into an existing journey. My circles also are quite green leaning so this may also be why car ownership is less common. by casiotone403 (Thu 5th Oct 2023 12:31pm)

I don’t support making cars cheaper except for those who, for mobility reasons and similar, need a private vehicle to get around. The roads are too dangerous and congested as it is because of the increase in private cars over the decades. It’s a noisy mess and makes being in city streets unpleasant, loud, polluted. We need cheap subsidised reliable public transport. Until then, my bike gets me where I’m going cheaply, and usually quicker than a car would during morning rush hour. I guess my struggle is understanding what those who want car travel to be cheaper think about in terms of what that would do to the environment long term. These vehicles are tremendously inefficient at transporting people and damaging to the environment. I just think we should look at and be open to alternatives. by casiotone403 (Thu 5th Oct 2023 4:25pm)

When I was very wee I thought they were owned by my neighbour, Mr Shanks. They were not. I hope this info is of some use. by casiotone403 (Sat 7th Oct 2023 11:22pm)

I just got those muffs for my handlebars, they make such a difference now it’s getting colder and wetter and seem to work better than previous attempts with waterproof gloves (maybe the amount of distance between the water and my skin). by casiotone403 (Sun 8th Oct 2023 3:43pm)

Thermal clothing. I have them for my cycle commute for when it gets below zero. Got a top and trousers, they’re not too thick so could probably be worn underneath regular clothing or over it depending on your preference. I think the brand I got was Simiya. I remember my friend in school wore one under her blouse as she’d moved from China and found it rather unbearable to begin with! by casiotone403 (Wed 11th Oct 2023 7:13pm)

They’ve just released an outdoor waterproof version. Looks ridiculous but I bet it’s so toasty. Too pricey for me though. by casiotone403 (Wed 11th Oct 2023 7:15pm)

Glad for it, I travel by cycle and the Clyde tunnel cycle route is quite claustrophobic and scary at night! Will be nice to have an above ground option for speedy transit. by casiotone403 (Wed 18th Oct 2023 4:42pm)

They are handlebar muffs - can buy them online, I know as I actually got them for my bicycle commute to work for the winter this year. They do a much better job of keeping my hands dry and warm than regular gloves, so I can sort of see why they’re popular with folks doing deliveries - lot of time spent outside in all weather. They weren’t expensive. by casiotone403 (Tue 24th Oct 2023 1:01am)

I’ve always found this confusing - “the back of six” surely depends on whether you see six as something facing you or away from you. When people refer to the “back” of six it implies to me that there is a “front” of six… but what is the front of six? Doesn’t it depend whether six is facing toward you or away from you? Maybe this is why I used to be so often late for things. by casiotone403 (Fri 27th Oct 2023 10:46pm)

Speed limited e bike owner here - I use it to commute to my job and for any other travel - i find the speed very controllable and although it might mean an overtake on a hill, it’s still involving effort to pedal as the assist basically just takes some of the stress out of the hill. I’ve gained fitness using the e bike and at the same time stayed motivated to do my 14 mile round trip commute each day. Not excusing in any way those who use these bikes in a dangerous way as I’ve had a few near misses myself with illegal e bikes, but they could be amazing for those who want to ditch the car, save some money and get a bit of exercise without it feeling too overwhelming. by casiotone403 (Sun 29th Oct 2023 1:02am)

Please no - my e bike is my freedom, I don’t have it jailbroken to exceed the limits, it gets me to my work and I’m careful and respectful of other road users. I abhor the dangerous road users but I’m quite worried that all those using e bikes may be targeted. by casiotone403 (Sun 29th Oct 2023 1:09am)

Regulation is already here, it’s just poorly enforced. E bikes can be a great thing if used with respect and care for everyone else, I use mine for my 14 mile round trip to work and it keeps me fit and frankly it’s a much happier commute. by casiotone403 (Sun 29th Oct 2023 1:05am)

Exactly - taking the lane in situations where there is no room to safely overtake is the correct thing to do. To both be seen and to avoid being doored. I cycle 14 miles each day to and from work and if I stay too far to the left I’m inevitably eventually going to get doored by a parked car, only a matter of time. Anyone with an issue with this should really refocus their annoyance to the lack of separate cycle lanes and prevalence of excessive parking on main artery roads. We’re just going from A to B on the road, same as you. by casiotone403 (Fri 3rd Nov 2023 11:18pm)

Look how wide that road is - not to have separate safe well maintained cycle lanes would be a joke. “They’re never used” - just because you don’t see a bike doesn’t mean it’s not used. Also, if you want to see it used we need more cycle lanes, not less. Cycle lanes appeal to those who don’t want to mix with cars but how can they do that if their route isn’t fully cycle laned and suddenly plonks them into the road? Also, so many are full of leaves, debris, and not gritted in winter. We have destroyed so much of this city for the car. Bikes are quieter, safer, less polluting, we all need this shift to bikes for shorter journeys so that those who do need a car (mobility impaired, for example) won’t be stuck in car traffic with those who don’t need a massive personal tank for their journey. by casiotone403 (Sun 5th Nov 2023 10:42am)

They can look at data from other cities in the UK and throughout the world where changes like this have taken place. Lots of data showing having connected safe cycle lanes increases bicycle use. There is so much research to support this, and bicycles don’t cause congestion the way cars do which is why building more car lanes long term doesn’t solve the issue of car traffic. https://arxiv.org/abs/2210.02504 by casiotone403 (Sun 5th Nov 2023 12:23pm)

In whichever vehicle suits the situation. If it’s a car it could be on roads less congested by folk in cars who could’ve taken that journey using an alternative had it been provided. by casiotone403 (Sun 5th Nov 2023 1:12pm)

Tell me you’ve never actually attempted a cycle commute with equipment without telling me you’ve…. Musician and teacher here - need to take music equipment to gigs? No problem - pannier bags! Bigger stuff? Cool - trailer! Worried about looking wrinkled at work - ok, I’ll have my change of clothes for work safely folded in my pannier bag. Biking isn’t the ordeal it might appear. It’s saved me a fortune and saved me time being stuck in car traffic. Loads more journeys could be done with bikes than your post suggests. Edit to add - which would then mean quieter roads for those few examples of people who actually need a car. by casiotone403 (Sun 5th Nov 2023 6:18pm)

“Cold” - see Finland - https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Uhx-26GfCBU “Rainy” - see the Netherlands “Hilly” - see e bikes (if the hills are too much for you, as they are for me which is why I use an e bike for my 14 mile round trip commute between Glasgow and Paisley) Why “no one” (allegedly) uses the lanes (a list of most common realities) - they connect to nowhere (with a continuous safe cycle lane) so the people they’d appeal to (who don’t want to cycle with car traffic) can’t complete their trip. Cycle lanes only work if there are enough of them to be present for a full journey not just one street. - they’re badly maintained - leave, debris, not gritted in winter so icy - they are used, but you are one person and not a suitable sample size for research in this matter, gonna assume you aren’t watching 24/7 by casiotone403 (Mon 6th Nov 2023 8:18am)

Why not have both better public transport and proper bike lanes? The whole point of these is to open up cycling as a way to travel where you’re going without having to mix with cars - countries who build connected cycle lanes (this one isn’t yet well connected as it ends before the traveller would get where they are going) consistently see an increase in cycle use. The weather here is fine for cycling - I’ve been doing it for years, glasgow to paisley for example, it’s not bad weather that’s the issue - it’s bad clothing choices. Once you sort that, it’s absolutely fine, comfortable, cheaper and actually faster than the car because cars cause traffic jams, not bikes. by casiotone403 (Mon 6th Nov 2023 1:00pm)

How many times has the explanation for why bike numbers may appear low been written in the comments here? Clue - it’s not because building cycle lanes is pointless. It’s because there aren’t enough connected, well maintained cycle lanes. It’s also because you are one person who, presumably, isn’t standing there counting bikes all day. by casiotone403 (Mon 6th Nov 2023 2:31pm)

… because a huge amount of peer reviewed research shows a clear link between the existence of safe cycle lanes and an increase in cycling. Proper research, based on highly scrutinised studies done in multiple climate scenarios across the world. https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.2220515120 Of course if you’d like to provide some peer reviewed high quality research that disputes mine I will read it. Add that high quality research and a waterproof jacket and scarf, and well… yeah, cycling isn’t the big stressful thing you make it out to be, except for the fact that sometimes we end up being overtaken unsafely and horns tooted at us because we’re mixed with cars. Only car traffic makes me stressed when cycling, not weather. Our streets aren’t on another planet, our city isn’t THAT different from other cities. These reasons are flimsy and don’t hold up to scrutiny except that they might be reasons why you, personally, don’t want to cycle. Which is fine - no-one’s forcing you to cycle. They’re just trying to make it possible for people to cycle and not feel they have no safe choice but to drive an expensive personal car. by casiotone403 (Mon 6th Nov 2023 5:16pm)

Most cycle advocates I know including myself support both cycle lanes and massive improvements in public transport. I feel it’s crucial we have both. Also regarding ableism, speaking as an autistic woman, cycling is actually the option I find most bearable because there are rules and I have space which isn’t a guarantee on a bus or train, so it could be argued ableism depends on the person and the situation. I support proper investment in multi modal transport - bike lanes, regular reliable buses and therefore quieter roads for those who actually have to use a private car (which is probably quite a lot lower than current use) by casiotone403 (Tue 7th Nov 2023 1:14pm)

Fines affect the poor more significantly than the wealthy, and for many cycling is what they do because owning a private car is prohibitively expensive. I’d be concerned using fines as a means of deterrent for anything really, as it means nothing to the wealthy. by casiotone403 (Tue 7th Nov 2023 1:11pm)

“So you would rather advocate for something that is not inclusive rather than…” No. Not sure where I said that, probably because I didn’t. I’m pointing out that if ALL of the modes you and I have discussed are fairly considered, it will be ultimately the MOST inclusive transit system we could have. Right now our transit system is heavily biased towards car infrastructure and barely gives any safe space for cyclists or regular cheap buses and trains. I’m saying we need both - there’s no reason I can see why public transport should suffer due to bike infrastructure or vice versa. Finally, you don’t know me so I would please ask that you don’t make assumptions on what I’m able to or not able to do. by casiotone403 (Tue 7th Nov 2023 2:27pm)

Cycling has people who can’t do it. Driving has people who can’t do it Public transport has people who can’t do it I don’t understand your point in singling out cycling when I’ve already said I support ALL THREE EXISTING? You seem to be picking and choosing what you consider inclusive and not-inclusive. If less people drove private cars for even a proportion of journeys then the roads would have less cars so that those who cannot cycle would probably get where they’re going faster. Same if more could get the bus or train, it would be a more balanced transit system instead of one like this morning, which was car traffic jam central partly because people didn’t feel they had any other option. Happy to share studies showing this exact improvement effect in other cities. It’s pretty cut and dry in any peer reviewed studies worldwide. Also the privilege thing - cycling is cheaper than a car. It appeals to those who don’t have money for driving. Sure there are enthusiasts spending thousands on it but that’s one small subset, same with drivers, but the idea that it’s a hobby of the bourgeoisie as opposed to a cheaper option for those wanting to get where they’re going whether they’re going is a bizarre take. You seem quite determined to ignore half of my posts and say I’ve said or implied things I haven’t, so I’m not sure where we go from here. Building cycle lanes doesn’t mean not providing buses and trains. They are separate (albeit related) things. Its about OPTIONS. Right now our options are awful and so few cycle lanes is the opposite of inclusion as it makes cycling more dangerous as a mode of transport. It’s quite simple really. by casiotone403 (Tue 7th Nov 2023 4:19pm)

It doesn’t need to involve a perfect world, it can be this world. See Nantes, Copenhagen, Utrecht, Berlin, London, Stockholm, Madrid, as just the tiniest sample size of examples of cities that have diversified. It’s not like this is an untested idea - in fact it’s massively successful when properly implemented (which doesn’t have to mean expensive) I meant why single out cycling as being particularly not inclusive? Inclusion has so many metrics to determine it. I would suggest not ignoring the fact that, as I said, increasing options would make the travel experience more inclusive for everyone. Just because you might not want to, or might not be able to cycle, it would be odd to have that as a reason not to allow others to do so and forcing people who feel unsafe to cycle to more expensive options is not inclusive. Having all three options is. It works in other countries. I have seen no argument for why it shouldn’t work here. We’re not that special climate, hill wise or city shape wise. by casiotone403 (Tue 7th Nov 2023 4:40pm)

You’re ok with tens of thousands of Palestinians dying? If so, hanging your head in shame isn’t enough for how horrible you are. by casiotone403 (Sat 11th Nov 2023 3:51pm)

Spot on - daily cycle commuter between Glasgow and Paisley here, rule number one is to be seen, even if it means feeling “in the way” - and as a people pleaser this has been a difficult lesson for me to learn! If there’s not enough space for them to overtake without me having to go into the dooring zone of parked cars, I’m staying in primary position/middle of the lane. I need them to see me. Even if they do overtake, I’ll be catching up to them at the next set of lights the vast majority of the time. I don’t enjoy being in the road with cars, though I do enjoy cycling to work far more than I did driving to work. When anyone gets impatient or annoyed I sort of wish they could redirect that annoyance towards the core of the problem - that we don’t have remotely enough connected, separate-from-cars, cycle lanes, and our infrastructure seems to only encourage poor driving and a lack of care. I’ve seen some countries design continuous pavements for cycles and pedestrians, so that when a car takes the junction they have to slow down and go up a ramp - they’re entering a space for pedestrians instead our system where we have to walk on the road - a space for cars. by casiotone403 (Wed 15th Nov 2023 9:31pm)

Yeah I figure if I’m riding several thousand miles a year for commute it’s a mathematical certainty I’ll get doored eventually if I don’t stay far enough out - I’ve seen enough near misses to reckon this. At least unless the “Dutch reach” catches on. by casiotone403 (Wed 15th Nov 2023 9:38pm)

Had to look that up - a helmet cam? Yeah mine was faulty recently and I really felt a difference when I wasn’t wearing it, more close passes and horn toots at me just for… cycling normally/not doing anything wrong! Glad to have it back. by casiotone403 (Wed 15th Nov 2023 9:37pm)

There’s no such thing as road tax. It’s car tax and it’s priced based on emissions. Roads are paid for through general taxation. Bikes also don’t cause damage to the roads like cars do. In fact given how little a percentage of the travel budget is spent on cycle infrastructure, cyclists are arguably subsidising roads for cars. You’re welcome. by casiotone403 (Wed 15th Nov 2023 9:40pm)

Roads have existed for thousands of years. The first motor vehicle, the Benz patent motor car, was created in 1886. Roads are for journeys. It’s only the last hundred years that the decision was made to heavily prioritise motor vehicles. Many cities are now changing that priority due to the realisation that they are inefficient, more prone to congestion, and more dangerous in crashes. by casiotone403 (Wed 15th Nov 2023 9:45pm)

The only entitled sounding person here is you. Car drivers have no more right than any other road user to use the infrastructure and your interpretation of how much money you spend on a car doesn’t change that in the eyes of the law. I think you have a narrow view of who cycles or why they might cycle. Restricting cycling as a form of transport is also really just creating another hurdle on travel for those who can’t afford a car. by casiotone403 (Wed 15th Nov 2023 9:51pm)

I don’t believe you’re actually being serious in this thread but in case you are I will still answer you. I prefer cycling to work. I work plenty hard as a teacher. Perhaps you prefer driving to work. That’s fine, we both have a right under the law to be there on the road and to be safe. All we need to do is treat one another with respect. If you’re annoyed at going a bit slower behind a bike at times, I’d ask - 1) why not support more separate bike lanes? They won’t be in your lane in that case. They’re also really cheap and low maintenance compared to car lanes (bikes don’t really cause pot holes). 2) what’s your average speed for your journey anyway? I ask as I get to work by bicycle far quicker than if I drove, because although a car can go faster, the average speed is lower due to morning car traffic congestion. by casiotone403 (Wed 15th Nov 2023 10:08pm)

Indeed - lots of cities globally have created better infrastructure for multi modal transport, Finland has some great examples and they’re pretty icy at times. Copenhagen another examples but we could find countless more. Glasgow isn’t special or have some major drawback to cycle travel - it’s just a cultural or perspective change that’s needed. by casiotone403 (Wed 15th Nov 2023 10:46pm)

The roundabout looks a bit scary but I see nothing that would prohibit cycling on it. Looks perfectly legal. Would be better if we had cycle lanes on the route of course. by casiotone403 (Thu 16th Nov 2023 10:07pm)

I cycle all winter - as others have said, key points of preparation - 1) plan your route according to where the gritters have been - made the mistake not doing this last year, side streets and parks were like sheets of ice. Basically, go for very busy main roads if in doubt, it might feel contradictory to what feels safe but they are most likely to be gritted 2) dress WARM - snoods, thermals, double gloves if you’ve got cold extremities like me 3) get grippy tyres, though no need for “studded” ones I’ve seen - they’re I believe more for snow and we don’t really get enough of it I love cycling to work all year round. Main issues come from any aspect of the above. I recommend having a pannier with different layers of clothes ready to go should you need them. Also invest in a good pair of waterproof shoes/wellies. by casiotone403 (Mon 20th Nov 2023 1:33am)

Speak to them first. They may not realise that the sound is travelling. Sound proofing (on their part), movement of speakers or adjustment of volume could make all the difference. If they react badly or don’t try to improve the situ, that’s the point at which to explore other options in this post, and seems entirely reasonable too. If it’s a restaurant then the music needn’t be overly loud (in fact I can’t stand eateries that are so loud you can’t even hold a conversation). by casiotone403 (Mon 27th Nov 2023 5:30pm)

I’d try it anyway (police) - I reported an incident cycling and it’s actually now a court case. It helped I think that I had helmet cam footage. Not felt fobbed off at any point but I might have got lucky?? by casiotone403 (Tue 28th Nov 2023 11:38pm)

I’d see if there’s any cctv footage of it - that driver needs to be charged. I hope you get some justice, horrific. by casiotone403 (Tue 28th Nov 2023 11:36pm)

Similar story but I’m glad my tooth is out - the pain was unbearable. Still feels weird on that side of my mouth! by casiotone403 (Sun 3rd Dec 2023 7:48pm)

I did a couple of cooking classes with Kin Kitchen - I’m vegan so I picked those ones (they do vegetarian as well). They were quite fun, though it was a mixture of foods not just Asian, might be worth a look. - https://www.kinkitchenglasgow.org.uk/ https://m.facebook.com/KinKitchenGLA/ by casiotone403 (Sun 3rd Dec 2023 7:52pm)

In that case they could turn the speaker down and hold the phone closer to their ear so no one else has to hear? by casiotone403 (Tue 5th Dec 2023 11:22am)

Where are you moving from? Info useful in terms of your expectations of bike infrastructure. In Glasgow it’s gradually getting better but you’ll likely be mixed with cars more often than not. I cycle as my main form of transport - long as you prepare clothing wise, keep your wits about you, and lock it well (I lock front and back wheel and frame, and I’ve insured my bike) you should be fine. Also recommend a helmet cam if you want extra peace of mind. by casiotone403 (Sat 9th Dec 2023 11:41pm)

Is your name Judy? https://youtu.be/Dp_JrUBY2fM?si=0b7WwQsQ91RBRzXe by casiotone403 (Sun 10th Dec 2023 1:09am)

I need more specifics Arthur, I mean I’d be a bit conscious being filmed too, and some crowds like to be subdued and just enjoy the music? In fact, that’s my kind of crowd… by casiotone403 (Sun 10th Dec 2023 1:18am)

Nice username foldyourhands, love that album by casiotone403 (Sun 10th Dec 2023 1:24am)

Poker would lack the s on hand(s) surely! by casiotone403 (Sun 10th Dec 2023 1:29am)

A comment from another crowd member on here disagrees with you though! I wasn’t there tonight, but maybe it just wasn’t your gig tonight, which is ok? by casiotone403 (Sun 10th Dec 2023 1:28am)

What songs did they play? by casiotone403 (Sun 10th Dec 2023 2:27am)

True! by casiotone403 (Sun 10th Dec 2023 2:27am)

Agreed - Family Tree is one of my favourites. by casiotone403 (Sun 10th Dec 2023 2:30am)

Yes! OP be content in your love. Ride your bike up and down and nowhere. Ride on city buses because it’s nice. Care not for people’s expectations - even if you do work at C&A. It’s fine! If the whole thing makes you feel sinister, you could go off and see a minister, but he’ll probably only try in vain to take away the pain of being a a hopeless unbeliever. La la la la la la la…. by casiotone403 (Sun 10th Dec 2023 2:36am)

Normally I sleep the clock around, but I’m rather intrigued by all this. by casiotone403 (Sun 10th Dec 2023 3:47am)

If You’re Feeling Sinister was my intro and I recommend it - wish I’d discovered them as a tormented youth. by casiotone403 (Sun 10th Dec 2023 4:00am)