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Unfortunately in Glasgow City Centre you would get your knickers knocked if they weren't wrapped round your legs. The place is filled with junkies and smackheads who will steal anything given the opportunity. Even if the bike doesn't get stolen due to the use of a good lock you can return to it and find parts removed, wheels stolen, lights stolen, phone holder stolen, all sorts really. I would suggest working with your employer to find a solution about storing it on site. I only lock my bike in the city centre after I have removed all removable items and it is within my eyesight whilst locked. I once jumped into Poundland on Argyle Street for like 2-3 minutes. My bike was securely locked outside with a Gold Secure D Lock but still a junkie managed to get the small frame mounted storage bag off. It had a couple of USB cables in it and was of no significant value but inconvenient for me if it gets taken. I came out the store and caught him. Lucky for him I didn't have another D lock as it would have been right over his skull. I took the bag off him and belted him. He then had the cheek to accuse me of assault and threatened to get the police before running off. by gazglasgow (Mon 30th May 2022 2:47pm)

Blue Lagoon under the central bridge? by gazglasgow (Tue 31st May 2022 10:09pm)

I cycle that pathway regularly at night about 11pm - 12pm. it's a good way to get home to the West of the city whilst avoiding roads. The surface is generally good but as others have said it is very dark at points so best to have a good quality front light like a Knog or Lezyne. Since the trains finish earlier now I have no choice but to cycle back on some evenings. I previously cycled back every Sunday night when the trains were on reduced services during the end of the lockdown last year. It's rare for me to pass anyone at all, never mind a young team. by gazglasgow (Mon 6th Jun 2022 3:48pm)

Sorry to hear that you had an issue. The section of that path near to the old Scotstoun West railway station platform is like NED soup. In the summer there can be like 50 of them on that path. At various points there also drunks but they rarely have anything to say. Never given me any bother, just look them in the eye, nod and keep going. by gazglasgow (Mon 6th Jun 2022 3:56pm)

The whole section of the Clydeside in that area seems to have ignored eastbound cycling. Improvements are needed. All hastily created during lockdown. by gazglasgow (Mon 6th Jun 2022 4:15pm)

If you have a look around the bin that's nearest to the bus stop you can often strike lucky and find a discarded paper all day ticket. by gazglasgow (Tue 7th Jun 2022 3:50pm)

It's Bellahouston :) Hope you get in! by gazglasgow (Tue 7th Jun 2022 4:12pm)

I may have seen your black bike at Macciea in Anniesland. Does it look like it has been painted black with a brush. It also had a bit of a mess of the cables going to the rear brake and derailleur? by gazglasgow (Tue 7th Jun 2022 10:43pm)

Ah ok, will keep my eyes peeled. by gazglasgow (Wed 8th Jun 2022 12:52pm)

For most journeys you would need a city ticket. look at the map that has been posted. It's a bit confusing as the local zone refers to areas outwith the city boundary. by gazglasgow (Wed 8th Jun 2022 1:06pm)

I thought this covered a few days ago? FFS if you are real then just turn up and ask someone. Nobody will give a fuck. by gazglasgow (Thu 9th Jun 2022 11:03pm)

Nice one. Have a good and safe time and don’t get pissed 🙃 by gazglasgow (Thu 9th Jun 2022 11:21pm)

And everyone lived happily ever after. by gazglasgow (Thu 9th Jun 2022 11:27pm)

Sounds like you are gonna have a ball! by gazglasgow (Thu 9th Jun 2022 11:51pm)

They have visited to see for themselves where all the movies get filmed. [https://youtu.be/4GyIbBUt1IU](https://youtu.be/4GyIbBUt1IU) by gazglasgow (Thu 9th Jun 2022 11:56pm)

Non Educated Delinquent by gazglasgow (Fri 10th Jun 2022 6:18am)

Have you just been accepted for a new job with Ryan Air or similar airline? by gazglasgow (Sun 12th Jun 2022 1:18am)

Have you tried Turkey? 😀 by gazglasgow (Sun 12th Jun 2022 1:16am)

Philip Laing cycles on the Gallowgate will fit pads for free if you buy them in store. Mainly sell Jagwire replacements which are fine. A bit pricey at around £18.00 per set but if fitting is included then it’s a bargain. I am in Glasgow too so if you need any then please let me know. by gazglasgow (Sun 12th Jun 2022 1:23am)

Ah ok haha. It’s just I know that the airlines are recruiting and a lot more folk are learning to swim as you will fail the training if you can’t swim proficiently. 🏊‍♀️ by gazglasgow (Sun 12th Jun 2022 1:49pm)

If you are going to a nightclub and staying out very late then you can catch the Fort William sleeper train downstairs at Glasgow Queen Street. Departs platform 8 at 0547 every morning except Sunday morning. You can therefore use it after a late Friday night but not after a late Saturday. Normal train fares and tickets apply for that journey. by gazglasgow (Mon 13th Jun 2022 11:33pm)

I take it you are looking for a step through commuter bike. They are available in the UK. The Ridgeback Avenida 7 at Freewheel might work for you? Billy Bilsland Cycles on the Saltmarket is a Freewheel dealer. An after market front rack can be fitted. [https://www.freewheel.co.uk/ridgeback-avenida-7-varrb2142?utm\_source=Skimlinks&utm\_campaign=Sub+Networkscyclist.co.uk&awc=20283\_1655212193\_b55074bc2194204c708f3330490e33dd](https://www.freewheel.co.uk/ridgeback-avenida-7-varrb2142?utm_source=Skimlinks&utm_campaign=Sub+Networkscyclist.co.uk&awc=20283_1655212193_b55074bc2194204c708f3330490e33dd) by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Jun 2022 2:15pm)

You can park in Clarence gardens I believe. residential flats with a car park at the bottom of Clarence Drive. by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Jun 2022 2:25pm)

A rip off! by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Jun 2022 4:42pm)

East Kilbride is too far out of the city to reasonably get home after a night out without some degree of risk. The cheapest and most viable option is the N6 late bus which starts again this weekend. Since the under 22 passes are being accepted they could be busy. It’s not 100% reliable so there is a risk. They do seem to be running every hour so not the end of the world if you miss one or it is full. A wait for the first train is a mission although you can kill the time getting food or more drinks in a casino 😀 The night buses don’t follow the normal end to end route. Going in each direction they start from the city so there are two services. One from the city to Mountblow and one from the city to Calderwood. I would suggest going to the first stop on the route to guarantee a seat of your choice. For EK this is outside the Garage Night Club on Sauchiehall Street. More info here: [https://www.firstbus.co.uk/greater-glasgow/routes-and-maps/night-bus](https://www.firstbus.co.uk/greater-glasgow/routes-and-maps/night-bus) by gazglasgow (Thu 16th Jun 2022 9:18am)

As mentioned the police don’t bother too much with cyclists in Glasgow. You would need to be wobbling all over the road to be stopped. In any case I expect they would only advise you to get off the bike and get a taxi. If you cycle a bit tipsy then plan a route with pathways and just take it easy. It’s a great way to get home if you hire one and are lucky enough to have a bike drop off near you. Someone else linked to an article about being charged with being drunk in charge of a bicycle. It’s probably more bother than it’s worth for the police to pursue this. There is no requirement for you to provide a breath sample so they have to prove that you are drunk by other means. by gazglasgow (Thu 16th Jun 2022 9:38am)

Hope not! by gazglasgow (Thu 16th Jun 2022 9:09pm)

I watched it and thought it was really good. Trying to guess all of the locations is fun. I recognised most of the bars so that’s probably a bad thing 😂 by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Jun 2022 11:37am)

Yes haha, I might try that sometime. Of course the question is why didn't Jamie just ask Danny for Jen's phone number when he got back to the party? Maybe he thought Danny would have reacted badly. What? - you met my cousin and went away with her and didn't even tell me? Why didn't Jen make it back to the party? At no point did either of them discuss if they had partners. Did Jamie and Jen get hitched and live together happily ever after? I won't sleep tonight thinking about this! by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Jun 2022 3:12pm)

At the moment the service is poor because the company is so short of drivers. They have been recruiting heavily for a while now but still short. I know it’s frustrating but taking it out on a driver is not the way forward. The last thing we need is for another stressed staff member to throw in the towel. by gazglasgow (Sat 18th Jun 2022 10:36am)

If that happens again stand your ground. National Rail Terms and Conditions make it quite clear what the train operators obligations are when this happens. They need to provide alternative transport or accomodation for you. Normally you should go to the help poknt and politely request that they organise a taxi quoting section 28.2 of the terms and conditions. Unfortunately there are no help points in Glasgow Central and the station staff are often useless. If they were dedicated and knowledgable they should know the terms and conditions inside out. It’s like a priest who has never read a bible or a judge who has never read an act of parliament. In your situation you were entitled to a full refund with no penalty fate but as you legitimately bought the ticket then that £3.15 you paid is your ticket to a taxi home at their expense. When confronted the staff often swarm round the person you are complaining to like flies round shite and gang up on you. Stand your ground and request BTP if required. ScotRail as a company are not too bad but the station staff at Central are a disgrace. Like many railway employees they feel invincible. There is no requirement to provide good service to paying customers as any complaints or issues in regards their performance are neutralised by the union. They are there for one purpose and one purpose alone. To maximise their income for doing as little as possible. They have no interest whatsoever in helping you and will happily go to bed at night after leaving passengers stranded and ejected from the station. You must fight back but don’t swear and don’t be threatening. The terms and conditions fully protected you after what happened. Trying to claim retrospectively for losses is normally unsuccessful as you were not given permission to pay for a taxi and claim back. Link to the terms. Read Section 28.2 and remember it! 😀 [https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/National%20Rail%20Conditions%20of%20Travel.pdf](https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/National%20Rail%20Conditions%20of%20Travel.pdf) by gazglasgow (Sat 18th Jun 2022 11:43am)

I agree. You are are correct the electronic information is often wrong. I too have complained about it. It shouldn’t be difficult to predict when the bus will arrive and actually show real live buses and not phantoms on the map. by gazglasgow (Sat 18th Jun 2022 12:04pm)

Sorry I didn’t mean to accuse you of that directly. I was just talking generally as I noticed other folk mentioning that they had or intended to. by gazglasgow (Sat 18th Jun 2022 12:06pm)

Well the drivers pay is not that bad and the issue with abuse on the buses exists elsewhere as well. In takeaways, on trains, in shops etc. That is an issue for the government and the police to solve. Don’t get your point regarding smoking dope. If you test positive for drugs you cannot drive a bus full of passengers and it’s instant dismissal. Much the same as what would happen if you were the captain of a ship, a train driver or a pilot. Zero tolerance. In any case if you were caught by the police you would lose your right to drive anyway and would be dismissed. by gazglasgow (Sat 18th Jun 2022 2:08pm)

It’s clear that you are a dope expert but as a passenger I would prefer to have a bus driver that doesn’t take illegal substances. by gazglasgow (Sat 18th Jun 2022 2:45pm)

Yeh I think it does sound fair to be fair. Alcohol is not illegal. by gazglasgow (Sat 18th Jun 2022 9:51pm)

Whiteinch is probably the best bet. Curle Street is ok but there is a high rise there that is full of smackheads. You are much closer to the west end and lots of good bars and amenities there. It's a bit of a walk to the nearest train station at Partick but there are plenty of buses. The transport links to the east end though are probably a bit better. by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Jun 2022 1:33pm)

Not 24 hours but the large Morrisons at Anniesland is opened until 11pm during the week. by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Jun 2022 1:53pm)

Thank you. by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Jun 2022 7:09pm)

Oh well since I asked then yes I wouldn’t mind. Are you high? 😀 by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Jun 2022 7:12pm)

What’s that? by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Jun 2022 7:11pm)

Hahaha by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Jun 2022 8:34pm)

Ignore ignore ignore and never contact them in any way shape or form. Only respond to a court document which is incredibly unlikely unless you already owe them for about 5 fines or more. by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Jun 2022 10:27pm)

Subway on Merkland Street is not bad. by gazglasgow (Tue 21st Jun 2022 12:12pm)

I never seen a thing. by gazglasgow (Wed 22nd Jun 2022 3:25pm)

It’s gonna be a wet Mela 🌧 ☔️ 😂 by gazglasgow (Sun 26th Jun 2022 10:36am)

It's a serious assault but could end up being a murder hence the continued police presence. by gazglasgow (Thu 30th Jun 2022 4:11pm)

Yes pisses me off. I don't live in the city centre but I cycle a lot through the Green. The number of times it is blocked off is incredible. George Square too. One minute it's opened, next minute it's closed. One minute the benches are there, next minute they are not. One minute the bins are there, next minute they are not. What the hell is going on? The people of Glasgow need decent places where they can go to all year round rather than this constant disappointment. by gazglasgow (Thu 30th Jun 2022 4:21pm)

No idea the significance of this 😂 I have never seen a football match there. by gazglasgow (Thu 30th Jun 2022 10:04pm)

Bed? by gazglasgow (Fri 1st Jul 2022 12:08am)

I often find that looking out a window is the best option to see a sunrise. by gazglasgow (Fri 1st Jul 2022 12:10am)

Of course it is as you are a long time deed but we are only discussing where exactly you live it! by gazglasgow (Fri 1st Jul 2022 2:29am)

You will be ok but just beware of the wild Haggis in and around the Botanic Gardens. They can give you a nasty bite. by gazglasgow (Fri 1st Jul 2022 2:34am)

Cocktails in Partick! You having a laugh? by gazglasgow (Fri 1st Jul 2022 2:38am)

Yeh but it was a disaster. A lamp post jumped out onto the road as I was reversing round a corner! by gazglasgow (Fri 1st Jul 2022 2:36am)

I usually find that parking at the edge of the pavement is the best option. by gazglasgow (Fri 1st Jul 2022 2:40am)

ok I will look. by gazglasgow (Fri 1st Jul 2022 3:44pm)

Yes I forgot to mention that in my initial reply. There are gates in place along the main South pathway which I presume will be closed at some point soon. This path is part of the National Cycling Network Route 75. They had better have a proper diversion route prepared and sign posted. That basically means there may be no through route at Glasgow Green at all. I see there is a temporary plastic pathway near Monteith Row at the North end of the Green but again there are lots of metal gates which if closed could restrict access there too. by gazglasgow (Fri 1st Jul 2022 3:53pm)

Bishopbriggs is actually the nearest train station to Stobhill Hospital and it isn't such an uphill mission to get to from that station.. Trains to Bishopbriggs leave from the upper level of Glasgow Queen Street. It's the Edinburgh service that you will board. Watch out though as not every service stops at Bishopbriggs. I believe every second Edinburgh train stops there. by gazglasgow (Tue 5th Jul 2022 3:38pm)

The night bus only runs on Friday and Saturday nights. by gazglasgow (Wed 6th Jul 2022 12:44am)

Yeh ignore and never call them or contact them in way at all. by gazglasgow (Wed 6th Jul 2022 12:47am)

That could maybe work but the ScotRail temporary timetable is a bugger. Surprisingly though EK does still have a reasonably last late train. 2317off Glasgow Central. Under normal circumstances there would be at least one more train after that one. by gazglasgow (Wed 6th Jul 2022 10:20am)

The Gym Group allows that with the premium membership. You can choose up to 5 gyms which should be enough. If you suddenly decide to go to one not on your list then you can simply remove one and add another in your profile on the net or via the smartphone app. It does say changes take 10 mins to apply. by gazglasgow (Wed 6th Jul 2022 10:31am)

Do absolutely nothing and do not contact them in any way shape or form. by gazglasgow (Thu 7th Jul 2022 12:09pm)

The Charing Cross junction is a joke. It's so dangerous as drivers are getting geared up to go on a motorway or not fully cooled off after leaving it. I am a cyclist and all of the pedestrian crossings are bike friendly but nowhere to go after you cross. The modifications to the pedestrian crossings was presumably made due to the difficulty faced by cyclists wanting to pass through this junction. It's a case of mount the pavement, use the crossings then back on the road again. We all hear talk of closing the M8 or returning Charing Cross to the people but nothing ever seems to happen. by gazglasgow (Wed 13th Jul 2022 2:50pm)

It's great, as a cyclist I see improvements all the time. Maryhill Road at the Taggarts garage now has a great cycle crossing connecting North Woodside Road and Hopehill Road at LIDL to the other side of Maryhill Road. This allows cyclists to move across this North part of the city avoiding busy commuter roads. The Garscube Road pathway is great. If you need to go to Possil then there is no pathway up the full length of Possil Road but there is a way to go. Turn left onto Baird Brae then over the canal and then you can connect to Saracen Street via Applecross Street then Hamiltonhill Road and Killearn Street. All quiet roads and no traffic lights! by gazglasgow (Wed 13th Jul 2022 3:14pm)

Yeh it's not fun. I am happy to cycle at walking pace anyway just to get across and I can usually do that without making a cunt of myself and falling over :) Ideally the junction should be closed to cars or restrictions put in place. There are so many pedestrians and cyclists in that area with maniacs coming off that M8. It's not the best of ideas but if the junction was ripped up and rebuilt then a much better job could be made of it. There is wasted space in the middle with trees and bushes that serve no purpose. You can't even jump in for a pee without the risk of being maimed. Road planners nowadays are much better at designing junctions and I think even an apprentice road planner could make that junction 10 times better with little or no effort. by gazglasgow (Wed 13th Jul 2022 3:25pm)

Yeh that's a great one. It's quite narrow as well so makes me wonder why the path on the Brommielaw isn't two way as it's more than wide enough. There is also a really short section of cycle path going against the traffic on Argyle Street at the four corners heading west. I get looks all the time there. It's so short it's practically of no use to anyone, wish it could go right back up to the precinct at Queen Street. by gazglasgow (Wed 13th Jul 2022 3:36pm)

Defo room for improvement. many of the pathways were installed with haste during the pandemic with little thought put in. Whoever got the contract to install those black and white armadillos made a fortune! by gazglasgow (Wed 13th Jul 2022 4:34pm)

I am a cyclist but I don't in general go through red lights. I mean later at night when there is not a soul to be seen I sometimes do. I also think cars should be allowed to as well at simple junctions but only after stopping at the line and then making a judgement and proceeding with caution. To cross the line without first stopping, even with no other traffic around, should be an offence. Some car drivers get very annoyed at cyclists who jump the lights and again whilst it is strictly not allowed it is generally totally harmless. Cyclists don't kill and maim anyone and don't kill car drivers. Big metal boxes with 4 wheels are far more of a danger and should be more heavily penalised when not following the rules. by gazglasgow (Wed 13th Jul 2022 5:28pm)

Shocking! At least you seen her and well enough to notice it was a female cyclist. by gazglasgow (Wed 13th Jul 2022 9:33pm)

No chance that will happen. by gazglasgow (Thu 14th Jul 2022 12:16am)

Lots I expect by gazglasgow (Thu 14th Jul 2022 12:15am)

I collided with a badger on the cycle path near Dalmarnock approaching Glasgow Green. The bugger ran right into my rear derailleur. I heard a crunch and my chain came off. Just was the only damage. Got going again in a few minutes. Not sure what part of the badger made the crunching sound. Anyway it buggered off down the embankment to the Clyde. by gazglasgow (Thu 14th Jul 2022 12:23am)

No perhaps not on a busy road. In Holland nobody wears helmets as the roads and paths are safer. Total different mindset from car drivers. The vulnerability of a cyclist is enshrined in them. I presumed you were a driver. In any case our roads should be far safer and even for cyclists who don’t have helmets and lights. by gazglasgow (Thu 14th Jul 2022 9:34am)

Unusual for Yippon to make a mistake. They are pretty good and efficient in there. I reckon there was more than one bag for the order and it was still in the restaurant as they never gave it to you. I bet it was a top flat as well. All deliveries in Dennistoun are top flats and when you get there the delivery can’t be completed because there is no phone signal. I think in all fairness you need to handle issues like that a bit better. Been there myself and as others have said you just need to briefly explain that you don’t inspect the food and that the restaurant is responsible for packing stuff up. Just apologise and move on. by gazglasgow (Thu 14th Jul 2022 9:53am)

Absolutely don’t feel like that. All tips are appreciated. by gazglasgow (Thu 14th Jul 2022 10:11am)

Great observation! Really good to hear. Cycling will boom as the weather improves. It’s only the tough ones that brave the wind and rain. There is nothing more satisfying than being a cyclist and zooming past all the cars and noticing that many of those large steel boxes only have one person in them. I think sone drivers may also have a Eureka moment and say to themselves “Fuck this I’m gonna check that old bike in my garage later” I also like to mentally note down the reg numbers of the cars that do everything possible to get past me then chuckle as I pass them again 50 metres down the road. 😀 I think a lot of cyclists do that to be fair haha. by gazglasgow (Thu 14th Jul 2022 10:24am)

Fair enough. Yeh maybe it was a poor quality staff member and as you say they are usually very good. Almost every time the food is ready. On occasion I have gone back to the restaurant, I did it the other night as a Happy Meal was missing. The customer was like 0.5 from the restaurant. Obviously it's not something that you are expected to do. It often ends up in a tip and sometimes a free can of juice from the restaurant but bugger all from Maccies. I was made to feel like an inconvenience when I pointed out the mistake. I asked for some extra fries to pacify the customer as she was quite annoyed and I was point blank refused. Didn't even get an apology or thanks from them. Good luck anyway. Hope you have a better day today. Enjoy the top flats in Dennistoun! by gazglasgow (Thu 14th Jul 2022 1:00pm)

Most neds I know couldn’t even spell poverty. by gazglasgow (Thu 21st Jul 2022 6:50pm)

Thanks! Yeh sone places do it in cans which is fair enough but I was really looking for draught. I will swing by Bloc and look. Cans of it are quite popular in nightclubs. by gazglasgow (Fri 22nd Jul 2022 6:46pm)

Nice one. Thanks! by gazglasgow (Fri 22nd Jul 2022 7:17pm)

Cool. Will have a look. by gazglasgow (Fri 22nd Jul 2022 8:08pm)

Good idea. Been in there as well and I never seen it. by gazglasgow (Fri 22nd Jul 2022 8:08pm)

Hahaha I think you will find that is Tennents 😂 by gazglasgow (Fri 22nd Jul 2022 8:07pm)

Fiver basically by gazglasgow (Fri 22nd Jul 2022 10:34pm)

I like Heineken too! by gazglasgow (Fri 22nd Jul 2022 10:34pm)

Yeh anywhere that sells tins is 440ml you can get 4 x pint tins in the shops for £6.75. Pretty good value. by gazglasgow (Fri 22nd Jul 2022 10:37pm)

Haha glad we are on the same wavelength 😂 by gazglasgow (Fri 22nd Jul 2022 10:36pm)

Way better that Tennents and Carling, oh and Fosters. by gazglasgow (Fri 22nd Jul 2022 10:44pm)

Haha I like that too! You see lagers come and go. Marketing campaigns I expect. by gazglasgow (Fri 22nd Jul 2022 10:39pm)

Madri is defo not Carling! by gazglasgow (Fri 22nd Jul 2022 10:53pm)

Thanks for the response but pretty sure it doesn’t. Not been in a while but last time I was there the best offering was Peroni. by gazglasgow (Fri 22nd Jul 2022 11:00pm)

Ah cool. Think I was thinking of another pub. Will go have a look! by gazglasgow (Sat 23rd Jul 2022 4:13am)

Well I have been in. It is a bit of a dive as you say. Haha by gazglasgow (Sat 23rd Jul 2022 4:11am)

Interesting. I didn’t know that. 😀 by gazglasgow (Sat 23rd Jul 2022 4:10am)

Thanks. The irony of this. Jamaican Lager on Jamaica street! by gazglasgow (Sat 23rd Jul 2022 6:59pm)

Weird cos I love it 😀 by gazglasgow (Sat 23rd Jul 2022 6:59pm)

Cool. Well there have been a few suggestions! Hope you and your dad enjoy the pint! by gazglasgow (Sat 23rd Jul 2022 6:58pm)

Thanks for that. by gazglasgow (Sat 23rd Jul 2022 6:57pm)

Thanks. Will have a look by gazglasgow (Sat 23rd Jul 2022 6:57pm)

Oh thanks. I might check that out though if you want cans to drink right away Key Store and Nisa is best. by gazglasgow (Sat 23rd Jul 2022 6:57pm)

Great! Will go and try it. by gazglasgow (Sat 23rd Jul 2022 6:55pm)

I will go and look. Sorry I was thinking of the Auctioneers bar for sone reason. Not been in MacSorleys for years. by gazglasgow (Sat 23rd Jul 2022 6:54pm)

Don’t Agree. The service runs for the convenience of the staff and not the passengers. Nothing wrong with a civilised drink on a train journey. by gazglasgow (Sun 24th Jul 2022 11:26am)

That’s quite common. Sone bars have it in tins only. It’s a lot more common in nightclubs for some reason. by gazglasgow (Sun 24th Jul 2022 11:35am)

So I went into MacSorleys last night. It’s true the Red Stripe is delicious. The nicest pint I have had in a long time. I also eyed up the two wee Red Stripe buckets that they have at the front door for fag ends. I am not a lager storage expert but I think it may be due to the temperature. It seemed just cold enough but not like as cold as a Tango Ice Blast which is often the case. Not sure if there is an optimum temperature for lager and how much effort bars go to In maintaining this. It may well be that in MacSorleys the kegs are in a sweet spot in the cellar that suits Red Stripe. I do know that as liquids get colder the feeling of taste diminishes. Room temperature lager will have a lot more flavour but probably not as enjoyable. The same goes for soft drinks. I then tried Blackfriars again and the pint was noticeably more chilled but as I got near the bottom and the glass had warmed in my hand the flavour improved. It was still a very nice mind you. I hadn’t really paid attention to lager temperature before and it looks like it’s becoming my specialist subject. 😀 Would be good to hear what others think. Maybe I am imagining the difference in flavours as I get more unsteady! by gazglasgow (Sun 24th Jul 2022 11:52am)

Downvoted by a Unionised staff member no doubt 😂 by gazglasgow (Sun 24th Jul 2022 1:23pm)

Not my intention but the railway unions in particular are too powerful and counterproductive to progress. by gazglasgow (Sun 24th Jul 2022 7:50pm)

I have heard that. It seems unbelievable in respect of the passenger grief that has occurred recently. I would however be interested I the detail of your statement which is sadly always lacking. by gazglasgow (Sun 24th Jul 2022 9:13pm)

I was pointing out that to to the average private sector tax paying individual the suggestion that the unions within the UK are less powerful within Europe is surprising. by gazglasgow (Sun 24th Jul 2022 9:55pm)

I have often thought of applying for a railway job but feel in reality that I would show myself as hard working and customer focused which would in effect alienate me from my coworkers. by gazglasgow (Mon 25th Jul 2022 2:52am)

When you resort to personal insults it demonstrates that you have no argument. by gazglasgow (Tue 26th Jul 2022 9:48am)

You have answered my point. by gazglasgow (Tue 26th Jul 2022 11:11am)

Should be no problem getting off to push. The secret is to go up as far as you can until you run out of steam. As time goes on you will get further and further. Having a consistent climb on your cycle route allows you to gauge your fitness as you can monitor precisely what your progress is. Even though it is quite steep there is no wind and the concrete surface is pretty flat which causes less friction. Not sure about your bike or cycling experience but practically you can do a lot with your bike to make it easier. Get the weight down by ditching all unnecessary stuff like frame mounted locks, racks, mudguards, bottle holders etc. Have good look at what you can do. Make sure you have city tyres like semi slick. Make sure they are near maximum pressure. Soft tyres are the biggest friction issue. Make sure that your chain and drive gear are well lubricated and working efficiently. Before you know it you will be getting up the hill no bother. I cycle through it a few times a week but wherever possible I will use the bridges at Pacific Quay. Just depends on where you are going exactly. I do deliveries so sometimes my drop off is more in the east of Govan so the bridges are a good option. The Clyde really doesn’t have enough bridges and when you find one there are three or four in a row. Glasgow could desperate do with a pedestrian bridge around the Partick area and another at Yoker but that is apparently planned. by gazglasgow (Tue 26th Jul 2022 11:28am)

This is an interesting one for cyclists in the Southside. I have used the path myself a few times when I am out and about. It's a great shortcut. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SCdsFD3FEi0&t=47s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SCdsFD3FEi0&t=47s) by gazglasgow (Tue 26th Jul 2022 2:21pm)

Fair enough but removing anything unnecessary reduces weight and makes a bike easier to ride. I don’t know what the spec is of the OP’s bike so I was just making generalisations. Older mudguards can be heavy and are a drag in the wind. Modern plastic streamlined ones are much better. I also didn’t say maximum pressure, I said near maximum pressure. I stand by that as many pathways are smooth and the increased puncture protection with harder tyres is a benefit. The amount of shit and broken glass on the ground in Glasgow is phenomenal. It is true though that harder tyres make the ride more uncomfortable. It’s a trade off so adjust to suit your own arse. by gazglasgow (Tue 26th Jul 2022 10:30pm)

From someone who has cycled for years and knows Glasgow and all its paths and shortcuts I think my advice is reasonable. It’s certainly not a load of rubbish. If you want to cycle through glass and shite with softer tyres then feel free to do so. My general point is that removing anything unnecessary from a bike gets the weight down and makes it more agile. Cycling in the wet was never mentioned by the OP. That’s another discussion. You seem to be stating that there is nothing that one can do to a bike to make life easier. That is an absurd position to take. Hope I don’t ever ask you for advice in a bike shop or wherever you work. by gazglasgow (Wed 27th Jul 2022 10:14am)

It’s drivers discretion. The rule about a bag is unreasonable. Who carries a bike bag? There seems to an urban myth that bikes are filthy oily items that ruin everything that they come into contact with. A chain may have some oil on it but not enough to cause a serious problem. On the older buses you can only store the bike sideways in the lower luggage section. The biggest risk is the bike itself getting scratched or damaged as there is no way to secure it. I have put my bike in there before but it came out unscathed. The newer buses have dedicated bike storage at the back but the problem is that you can an older bus with a grumpy driver on the way back from your travels. by gazglasgow (Wed 27th Jul 2022 10:37am)

Or even worse a bird could shit on them! by gazglasgow (Wed 27th Jul 2022 3:13pm)

I was there one evening listening to his shite when a couple of young African boys squirted him with their water guns. It was rather amusing as the Despacito guy was furious. When he got up to chase them, or tried to chase them, the music kept playing! I stopped to watch and one of the wee boys spoke to me and said that they were only doing it because he is racist and had called them monkeys. If that was true then it's shocking as they were only kids. They were conversing in the same language which confused me slightly as he is Eastern European whilst the boys weren't. In actual fact they were very articulate and spoke perfect English. by gazglasgow (Tue 2nd Aug 2022 2:42pm)

Shit, I am sure that my mate lived there. Can I arrange to call and collect the cash and I will get the correct address? Just remind me what address I dropped it off at? by gazglasgow (Tue 2nd Aug 2022 2:56pm)

Yeh shocking. I am a cyclist and crossed over on to the cycle way at the junction of Archerhill Road and Lincoln Avenue. I could see that the car was clearly not stopping and screamed through the lights on Lincoln Avenue. I got eye contact with the driver and she shouted something at me then stuck the middle finger out the window as she sped past. by gazglasgow (Tue 2nd Aug 2022 3:00pm)

I know nothing about beauty treatment in a salon but if you are having someone working on your intimate areas then that person should be kind, understanding and reassuring. You should definitely not be made to feel uncomfortable with negative comments. You should also not need to ask so many questions. When you explained it was your first time the beautician should have been reassuring and understanding. I think you need to use your instinct and go elsewhere. by gazglasgow (Tue 2nd Aug 2022 3:30pm)

It could be a defective electricity meter, (unlikely), or an appliance is on for too long causing an energy drain. Defo look at your water heater. It may well be that the thermostat is defective or set incorrectly and on for too long. Another option is electricity theft by a neighbour. More and more of this will be happening. The best way to check this is to use a clamp meter on the incoming live meter tail and see what actual current is flowing. You can also get a smart meter or a clamp on wireless energy monitor. The arithmetic is simple. Power = Voltage x Current. A kWh is used up when a 1kW appliance is used for one hour. A 250W appliance will then use 1 kWh in 4 hours. If you are able to monitor the current flow then for every 4 amps being drawn you are using approximately 1 unit per hour. The exact value depends on the line voltage which which is normally around 220V - 250V. It should be easy enough to work out what the issue is. by gazglasgow (Tue 2nd Aug 2022 3:51pm)

Well he certainly won't be Russian anywhere, have you seen the size of his gut! by gazglasgow (Tue 2nd Aug 2022 5:09pm)

Pretty sure that you can. There are very few exceptions. This is from the government website: Only a few services, such as premium-fare night buses and City Sightseeing buses, will not accept the card. Contact the bus company before you travel if you are unsure. by gazglasgow (Thu 4th Aug 2022 12:33am)

It depends on the construction. If it's a newer build then there may be a duct or telecoms pipe to each flat and the fibre cable can be passed through that. You can tell how it likely will be installed by looking at what City Fibre have done in preparation. If there is a Toby fitted on the ground at your building entrance or nearby then this means it will be a surface installation. A Toby is a small black plastic outlet and there will be one for each property. When someone orders fibre broadband the building will firstly be prepared. A multi core fibre will be blown to the building and run up the wall to a distribution box. This will be commissioned and then as each flat connects an external fibre cable is clipped on the outside of the building from this box and a hole drilled through the wall. Internally a fibre to CAT 6 converter is fitted that then connects to the router. I would recommend ordering on the Vodafone website as the City Fibre website is less than helpful. Often states that connections are not possible in your building when Vodafone just steam ahead and get it done. City Fibre is only the network owner, like Openreach, and cannot sell you any services directly. They just point you to providers in your area, Vodafone being the biggest at present. by gazglasgow (Mon 8th Aug 2022 2:49pm)

City Fibre are not installing network equipment in properties. The system works by supplying a fibre cable direct to the premises with no external equipment or power required. Once inside the property a powered media converter is fitted that will provide a CAT6 outlet for the router. by gazglasgow (Mon 8th Aug 2022 3:01pm)

The transport system that we have in Glasgow is potentially excellent. The issue is with the humans that work in it and the unions that try to run it ( into the ground). by gazglasgow (Tue 9th Aug 2022 10:04am)

Wouldn’t it be better to take the train to High Street then walk to the uni? There are too many cars in the city and the use of them is being continually discouraged by more and more restrictions. I just can’t see that it’s worth all that effort with a train station within walking distance. by gazglasgow (Tue 9th Aug 2022 10:10am)

Well fair enough. If that’s the case and it’s time sensitive then there should be in place a facility for you to access a vehicle quickly. Makes no sense for the uni to do otherwise. by gazglasgow (Tue 9th Aug 2022 10:18am)

When you resort to personal insults then you have no coherent argument. by gazglasgow (Tue 9th Aug 2022 12:14pm)

When you resort to personal insults then you have no coherent argument. by gazglasgow (Tue 9th Aug 2022 12:16pm)

Thankyou of course you are entitled to disagree but regular users of the train services for example may not. In Glasgow we have been blighted by poor service standards and industrial action on a large scale. The guys even went on strike during the pandemic when everyone was trying to get back on their feet. by gazglasgow (Tue 9th Aug 2022 12:35pm)

Well it is the users that pay for it so they should get what they want. by gazglasgow (Tue 9th Aug 2022 12:57pm)

When you resort to personal insults then you have no coherent argument. by gazglasgow (Tue 9th Aug 2022 1:00pm)

Yes car ownership has been an issue but there are other fundamental problems as I mentioned like the strength of the railway unions and their current uprising. The irony is that the latest rounds of poor service provided has increased the use of private cars. One small ray of light however is that many have resorted to cycling simply to get about more easily. by gazglasgow (Tue 9th Aug 2022 1:42pm)

This is a discussion on the poor quality transport infrastructure in Glasgow, not healthcare. However in my limited medical experience antibiotics are not effective in treating the cold and flu. It's a condition that most folk simply heal from in time. Certainly the dispensing of drugs from vending machines may well be a good idea. I am all for easier access to treatments rather then physically visiting a GP for mundane issues which reduces the workload and allows them to focus on the seriously ill. During the pandemic there were huge queues at pharmacies so automation would have been a god send then. by gazglasgow (Tue 9th Aug 2022 1:49pm)

You have kind of slightly lost me here. There may well be some deep meaning to your comments but I don't particularly see the relevance of transposing medical treatments and the issue of drugs to patients with poor quality public transport. However since you suggested it I would be all for the collection of drugs from a vending machine. I mean you can practically do that already in Boots with the prescription collection service, it's just that humans are still involved. This does exist in reality with PHARMASELF24 with the headline on the website saying "Convenient for patients, good for business" Perhaps that's what you mean in transposing the two topics? If only public transport in Glasgow was so accessible 24/7 and convenient? [Pharmaself24](https://www.pharmaself24.co.uk/) by gazglasgow (Tue 9th Aug 2022 2:25pm)

Well I do see your point but I think the comparison is poor. The fact is that people want convenience and reliability from public transport. I can't see what you could wish for from a train company for example that would be overall detrimental to you. Many improvement that the travelling public want are immediately shot down by the unions as the staff are about as flexible as an iron bar. The service is filled from top to bottom with staff who only want as much as they can get out of the system with no regard for customer service. Let's talk about trains in Glasgow. If you ask passengers on the platform what they want they will say this: 1- Reliability / punctuality at all times 2 - Later train services 3 - Cheaper fares 4 - Better reliability on Sundays 5 - Connected ticketing 6 - Higher train frequency 7 - Working on board toilets at all times 8 - Free use of toilets at all train stations 9 - More ticket vending machines / improved reliability of said machines 10 - Friendly customer focused staff 11 - Removal of the alcohol ban 12- Cleaner trains I think the OP mentioned that Glasgow has the biggest UK suburban network outside of London, so why does it perform so poorly at times. Don't get me wrong not all of the staff are unfocused but many are. The service at times is generally pretty good when there are no ongoing disputes. I can't see from my list of points above what could be detrimental to the travelling passenger. To railway workers it may all appear to be impossible and not all of the issues above can be attributed to the staff directly but the fact remains that is what people want. I have my own views as to why we don't have them, agree or disagree with me if you like. The issuing of drugs from a vending machine is convenient especially if you can do it 24/7. Obviously there are laws in regards what is available on and off prescription so the machine would have to follow the guidelines. It should not be possible to harm yourself by obtaining drugs that are not suitable for your condition. by gazglasgow (Tue 9th Aug 2022 3:02pm)

I think you are being very negative. The vending machines would be funded by the pharmacies who are private companies. The system works by paying a pharmacy for issuing a prescription. If the pharmacy can find a way to deliver prescriptions through automation and offer a 24/7 service then NHS patients will use that service. I was at the local chippy today for the guys at work and the local Lloyds Pharmacy had a queue right out into the street. Old folk standing there, not good at all. A vending machine / locker arrangement would be a far better idea to get more prescriptions issued each hour of the day 24/7. Much of what was mentioned is an expectation that is zero cost. The train service should already be providing it such as working toilets, friendly staff, punctuality, alcohol ban. True some of the customer wants will cost money and investment but with such a militant workforce and union this is difficult. by gazglasgow (Wed 10th Aug 2022 1:33pm)

Yeh the service from that station is not great. If it's not too far for you then walk to Crossmypoof or Pollokshaws West. They are both quite close to Shawlands and there are more services there. by gazglasgow (Wed 10th Aug 2022 2:18pm)

Great to see the place looking a lot better now. by gazglasgow (Thu 11th Aug 2022 9:40am)

Same here though I like cycling in the rain, especially at this time of year when the rain is warm, very refreshing. The other benefit is that the friction between the tyre and the road is reduced in the rain so it is noticeably easier to cycle. So all in all I love the rain! by gazglasgow (Mon 15th Aug 2022 3:33pm)

May well be an issue with Openreach as all of the providers use the same network. City Fibre have been moving into many cities so if a connection to this network is possible then you can ask Talk Talk for a new plan using the fibre network. Glasgow is well equipped with fibre connections in the North and West now. Talk Talk are one of the fibre providers alongside Vodafone. All depends on whether your area is connected. Connection and speed issues vanish when you get fibre to the premises. by gazglasgow (Mon 15th Aug 2022 4:52pm)

It all depends on the surface that you are cycling on. On the straights on flat tarmac you can whizz along in the rain. The rain also keeps you cool. by gazglasgow (Tue 16th Aug 2022 10:22am)

As a cyclist I can sense your frustration as a car driver not making good progress in traffic. Nothing I like better than mentally noting the reg numbers of cars that must get in front of me only for me to overtake a couple of minutes later. Revving up that engine and speeding past burning all that highly expensive fossil fuel whilst it costs me fuck all. Calm the beans and get a bike! It also does wonders for your well-being with all that outdoor exercise. However on your main point some cyclists do take the piss with red lights but car drivers do too. As the Highway Code rightly says larger vehicles bear the greatest burden of responsibility towards safety on the road based on the level of potential damage that they can cause. Cyclists don’t kill and maim others but car drivers do on a daily basis. by gazglasgow (Thu 18th Aug 2022 9:41am)

Are you asking if motorcyclists are allowed to use the path? If so definitely not. A motorbike is a motor vehicle and needs to be taxed and insured. It can only be ridden on the public highway. Using that path is exactly the same as riding a motorbike on a pavement. by gazglasgow (Thu 18th Aug 2022 9:48am)

There is a good segregated path on London Road and on Garscube Road similar to what you see in the South Side. The canal is a good shout and will be even better when the Stockingfield Bridge opens next month. The path at Maryhill has been shut for 2 years for the construction but opened again within the last 2 weeks. Glasgow Green out to Cambuslang is fun too but stop at Cunningar Loop. A great park with lots to do that is heavily underused unfortunately. The issue with many segregated cycle paths is that they just stop suddenly. You do need to learn to navigate through traffic at times. by gazglasgow (Thu 18th Aug 2022 9:56am)

If it doesn’t say Glasgow City Council on it then ignore it. Do not contact them in any way shape or form ever! It’s only an issue if you receive documents from the court which will not happen for a single ticket. by gazglasgow (Thu 18th Aug 2022 10:08am)

Totally safe. Cycled on it a million times and never had any bother from humans. My only issue was colliding with a badger when I was rushing back from the east end to catch the last train at High Street. It survived from what I could see but my chain came off and caused me a couple of minutes delay. Still made the train! by gazglasgow (Thu 18th Aug 2022 10:05am)

Yes you make some good points. I hate to say it but i am a delivery cyclist (part time) as well as a hobby and commuter cyclist. The problem with a lot of the delivery cyclists is that they are using illegal bikes with throttles and a higher assisted speed than the legal limit of 15.5mph. They are not cyclists in the true sense of the word but they are only trying to make a living. I don't take the piss and go through red lights but I do stand up for myself on the road. A lot of cyclists do bend the rules and take short cuts over pavements and cross at the green man although in many instances that is allowed as some crossings have bike symbols on them even where there wasn't an obvious cycleway. It's also surprising how many pavements are actually designated shared use. Car drivers don't always notice this. I know it annoys car drivers as they have to wait but at the end of the day what harm can a cyclist really do. Basically nothing. We all want to get about as quickly and efficiently as possible and it's great that it's now being noticed that bikes allow this. I can't imagine why anyone would want to drive a car into the city centre. I used to own a vehicle and getting rid of it and the expense was the greatest move I have ever made. by gazglasgow (Thu 18th Aug 2022 2:24pm)

I haven't bought any for about 2 years and don't plan to either. Just use a small towel or tea towel then bung it in the washing machine after a few uses. by gazglasgow (Mon 22nd Aug 2022 3:32pm)

If your final destination is Charing Cross then the tram to Edinburgh Park is a good shout. You can get the Scotrail Class 334 Juniper train there. It goes to Helensburgh Central and stops at Charing Cross. It also stops just about everywhere else on the way as well so is a longer journey than the express train from Waverley. Alternatively from Edinburgh Park you could go the wrong way towards Edinburgh then catch an express train at Haymarket back to Glasgow Queen Street. by gazglasgow (Mon 22nd Aug 2022 3:42pm)

Ask a pal or colleague to pay the money in if they have a UK bank account then transfer the cash to you or do a withdrawal? by gazglasgow (Mon 22nd Aug 2022 3:47pm)

It’s such a waste of money. Just one of those convenience things that nobody really needs. A bit like a banana slicer. 😀 by gazglasgow (Mon 22nd Aug 2022 7:47pm)

Great site for a Wetherspoons. pint 🍺 🍺 by gazglasgow (Mon 22nd Aug 2022 10:49pm)

Spoons kitchens are opened until 11. by gazglasgow (Wed 24th Aug 2022 10:49am)

You can always park in the Wetherspoons car park but remember the train station is right where you want to go and saves the hassle of parking and walking. by gazglasgow (Wed 24th Aug 2022 11:31am)

It's such a shame that abortion has been turned into such a divisive issue. No woman really wants to do it I expect. I don't agree with banning abortion but I do hope that all other possibilities are exhausted before this procedure is carried out. Demographically we are an ageing population which is not healthy. All of the figures suggest that we need more new born children. by gazglasgow (Wed 24th Aug 2022 5:18pm)

What bike are you selling? by gazglasgow (Wed 24th Aug 2022 5:28pm)

It's not just them. I have noticed Christians all over the city ranting on with loud hailers. Apart from the usual suspects I have also noticed a few African preachers. The African guys take a Jesus loves you approach whilst the native white ones are all hell and damnation. Mind you fuck the lot of them in my opinion. They all have loud hailers now which is very annoying when you are trying to relax at George Square. There can be a good atmosphere there on a nice day and they ruin it. Got the police to one of them last weekend. Rambling on about woman getting raped if they don't follow Jesus and be protected. by gazglasgow (Wed 24th Aug 2022 5:27pm)

Well I didn’t actually say that the earth needs more humans. I am stating that average age of the population in Scotland is increasing. That is unhealthy. by gazglasgow (Wed 24th Aug 2022 6:25pm)

Exactly by gazglasgow (Wed 24th Aug 2022 7:31pm)

I am not judging anyone. I am simply stating facts. The average age of the population is increasing with little change in the population level. That is a demographic fact. by gazglasgow (Wed 24th Aug 2022 7:39pm)

Women and men have a part to play in solving this issue. It’s a biological fact. If the state has created this problem then it is caused indirectly by changes in a woman’s life throughout the previous decades. The reason I say this is because women have become empowered and continue to do so as time goes on. This is a good thing of course. Women more and more are choosing not to do the ‘traditional’ thing and raise a family from a younger age. Instead they are pursuing further education and careers that previously were not available. Many choose not to raise families or do so much later in life which directly increases the age of the population. It is a problem for most of the west and as religion dies across the planet and women become empowered elsewhere it will become a world problem. There may come a point when the average age becomes high enough that populations will begin to decline. by gazglasgow (Wed 24th Aug 2022 11:18pm)

I said women becoming empowered is a good thing. I am stating that this has lead to an increase in the average age of the population. by gazglasgow (Thu 25th Aug 2022 10:29am)

Fair enough but it is factual. Just do an internet search in ageing Europe. by gazglasgow (Thu 25th Aug 2022 10:36am)

It’s a prerequisite that the property manager should arrange common buildings insurance. This will cover eventualities like a fire in the common stairwell or a structural issue in a common area. Without this you can be in a serious situation. Some property managers such as Walker Sandford do not provide such insurance. To solve the issue you should attempt to dismiss whoever is managing the property and seek a new one. Having a property manager that doesn’t arrange common insurance is like a joiner without a saw. Have a look at the deed of conditions and determine how many signatures you need to dismiss them. by gazglasgow (Thu 25th Aug 2022 10:50am)

Don’t even think about blocking progress. The UK and Glasgow in particular is way behind on fibre broadband being available. Do not obstruct it please. by gazglasgow (Thu 25th Aug 2022 12:57pm)

I don't think so. I think you are misunderstanding me. We need more new born children to reduce the average of the population. Unfortunately that can have a side effect of increasing the population but it really depends on when people die. by gazglasgow (Thu 25th Aug 2022 1:34pm)

the arse by gazglasgow (Fri 26th Aug 2022 1:04am)

The reliable private sector waste centres are still open such as Biffa, Virridor etc. by gazglasgow (Fri 26th Aug 2022 11:16pm)

Get the last train. by gazglasgow (Fri 26th Aug 2022 11:23pm)

Get a pair of strong boots and stand on them or alternatively just fuck them in a bin. by gazglasgow (Fri 26th Aug 2022 11:28pm)

I know walker sandford. Get support and dismiss them. They will tell you it needs 100% support. It doesn’t. Look at the deed. Also Google them and pass my regards to Paul. Cunts! by gazglasgow (Mon 29th Aug 2022 11:19pm)

There must be a better alternative to driving 20 mins then walking 20 mins. It’s fair to say that there are still too many cars in the city centre. Big gas guzzlers with only one person in them at times. The city is at a tipping point where car use is now being totally discouraged in favour of others methods of transport. The cycling infrastructure has definitely improved but still there is a long way to go. In fairness to many car drivers the old Victorian design of the city means that to access some locations a trip through the city centre is required. Much more effort is needed to get the cars away and the busses in. by gazglasgow (Wed 31st Aug 2022 10:32am)

Unfortunately it's difficult to get a prosecution from camera footage. The good news is that the new Police Scotland dashcam reporting portal will be up and running soon. All road users will be able to upload footage for consideration of a prosecution. As a minimum the driver can expect a warning letter in the post. I think even that that will go a long way to improving driver behaviour. So get a GoPro ordered and be ready with it! by gazglasgow (Wed 31st Aug 2022 1:36pm)

Maybe the pizza had a pineapple topping and nobody else wanted it. by gazglasgow (Wed 31st Aug 2022 1:43pm)

The west end is like car soup. Don't add another one please. by gazglasgow (Wed 31st Aug 2022 1:45pm)

You can't live in a tenement and expect no noise. It's a fact of life. The neighbours may not know that they are annoying you. It's best dealt with by speaking to them. Don't put a note through the door. Introduce yourself, be friendly and see what the reaction is. by gazglasgow (Wed 31st Aug 2022 1:53pm)

Yes totally free if you have the correct card. Virtually all buses are free including the 500 that goes to the airport. by gazglasgow (Wed 31st Aug 2022 1:56pm)

No balance means no balance. Take a screen shot and move on. Not your fault if it is wrong. by gazglasgow (Wed 31st Aug 2022 2:01pm)

Hi, well that's kind of what I meant. It just all depends on the nature of the offence and the evidence that is available. The uploading of footage may result in a prosecution and a criminal record for the driver. It's all about the context. If for example the driver mowed down a pedestrian and drove off then that may lead to a prosecution and criminal conviction in court. The reality is that dashcam footage may in itself not be enough to send a notice of intended prosecution or even a fine. It may be enough to send a warning letter and I think that will be the outcome in 90% plus of cases. by gazglasgow (Wed 31st Aug 2022 2:44pm)

Yes, a very good point! by gazglasgow (Wed 31st Aug 2022 3:23pm)

The Highway Code rule changes that you refer to are really only common sense and explain in detail the hierarchy on the road. As the OP mentioned car drivers have the luxury of being in a two ton metal casing and don't realise the damage they can inflict on more vulnerable road users. yes it definitely has infuriated a lot of the entitled drivers haha. Glad you are one of the safe Honda drivers! by gazglasgow (Wed 31st Aug 2022 3:44pm)

Sorry to hear that. Hope it’s a one off. Yeh the city centre has far too many cars. Get all the big SUV types out. There simply isn’t the space! by gazglasgow (Wed 31st Aug 2022 4:34pm)

Yeh there are better cameras for continuous recording. I use a GoPro but just start recording using the quick capture function as required. Not that keen myself on going down the route of catching drivers then reporting them. by gazglasgow (Wed 31st Aug 2022 7:43pm)

Absolutely no honking or driving at pedestrians. Green man or not. It’s unacceptable and against the Highway Code rules. by gazglasgow (Wed 31st Aug 2022 7:41pm)

Reported in the news today about new bud corridors being considered. Well overdue. Unfortunately kiss goodbye to roadside parking on the main routes. It’s ridiculous that roadside parking is allowed anywhere on GWR, Maryhill Road, Paisley Road West and Dumbarton Road at any time. by gazglasgow (Wed 31st Aug 2022 7:39pm)

Yes haha 😂 by gazglasgow (Wed 31st Aug 2022 8:04pm)

Get a team together with a few cars then load it all up and dump it at 4am at the address where it came from. Put sone effort into making a good mess by tipping out any bags. You will more than likely get a response on FB after that. by gazglasgow (Wed 31st Aug 2022 11:11pm)

Yes no doubt. It’s new ground for Police Scotland. They had to be dragged kicking and screaming into this one. I think they are cagey about civilian staff making decisions police officers would ordinarily make. I think it will work well. by gazglasgow (Thu 1st Sep 2022 10:15am)

By keeping to the left the cyclist is giving you space. If you see that the cyclist is approaching a parked car then, as a good driver, you should anticipate that they need to move over and let them go. If it was another car then you would let them out. What is the alternative? The cyclist has to stop and then pull away again causing more congestion? To keep traffic moving nobody should be getting forced to stop. All vehicles must be kept on the move at all times even if that means adjusting your speed to accommodate this. It is also a misconception amongst car drivers that cyclists do not look. They actually do. On a bike a lot more concentration is required in regards what’s is directly in front of you. You also concentrate on your balance and the coordination of the handlebar. Most cyclists do look behind them with a quick glance and drivers often miss this. The use of the ears is also a good way of determining if a car is close behind you. Cycling a bike is not like driving a car where you have the luxury of a wider field of view, the ability to look over shoulders without losing control and the use of various mirrors. Please be more considerate of cyclists who get jammed on the left due to parked cars. Please remember that they are in front of you and it is definitely unsafe and inconsiderate to use your two ton metal box to force them into stopping. by gazglasgow (Thu 1st Sep 2022 10:36am)

I agree with you. Out of interest what do you not like about the new Garscube Road cycle way? by gazglasgow (Thu 1st Sep 2022 10:51am)

Cyclists at walking pace on a pavement take up less space than a cyclist who gets off and pushes. It’s more sensible to use less space. by gazglasgow (Thu 1st Sep 2022 11:03am)

You are correct. Short trips on the pavement cycling cautiously at walking pace is often necessary. Some junctions are just too dangerous. Charing Cross is a perfect example of this. The junction is so unsafe for cyclists that the pavements and pedestrian crossing signals have all been converted to shared use. by gazglasgow (Thu 1st Sep 2022 11:00am)

Yes it completely changes the current process. Any footage uploaded will be examined by trained civilian staff who will be able to determine if the manner of driving was dangerous. It's a dedicated team with no involvement with the local police officers. The courses of action that can be taken is that a warning letter is sent to the registered keeper or they decide to go ahead with a prosecution. If that happens then the police officers will simply follow the procedure for that, whether its a notice of intended prosecution or a visit to the home for an arrest ( unlikely). Police officers on the ground do not have the time or the skills to analyse the footage in detail and make decisions. This new team will be able to do that. It's much the same as what happens in other police forces over the rest of the UK. It does mean that vigilante cyclists and members of the public could be popping up in Glasgow. Rather like Cycling Mickey that we see on YouTube. He catches motorists using mobile phones amongst other things. I presume that will be the case in Glasgow and over Scotland as well. Personally I don't think that I will bother going out of my way to upload footage. I will play it by ear when the portal opens. Anyone who uploads does of course run the risk of having to appear in court if the driver disputes the charges. From what I can see from his videos a large proportion of the drivers admit to the offences when faced with the video evidence. by gazglasgow (Thu 1st Sep 2022 12:48pm)

Ah ok, I haven't analysed it in the detail that you have :) 1. Yes it does seem to come to an abrupt end near Maryhill Road. I normally use that path to go to Firhill and beyond up North so jump up on to the canal. I will look at the lights next time. Me and my pal sometimes go to the Botany on Maryhill Road. He does not like cycling on the road so the route is up Garscube then the canal then down at Murano student bridge. The slope down at that bridge is a disgrace. It needs to be ripped up and start again. 2. Yes I have noticed that. The implementation of the cycle way makes the whole junction more complicated and even for cyclists who visit the first time they must think, oh what happens here then. Car drivers don't realise that there are dedicated bike signals and jumping them is far more dangerous. Hit a car then everyone usually walks away. Not the same for cyclists. 3. Yeh bang on I have seen that too but also elsewhere like Victoria Road. It's just driver education. In all fairness I think many drivers can't get their head around the fact that they need to give way twice. Once for the cyclists and once for the main carriageway and both at the same time. Must be a brain overload thing! Some drivers when they realise what they have done are apologetic or reverse back. Yeh Bilsland drive is a shocker. Whoever designed that needs their head examined. The amount of shite is the first issue then those huge humps at the bus stops with swimming pool size puddles at each end! by gazglasgow (Thu 1st Sep 2022 1:03pm)

Yes of course, forgot about that bit. Fortunately i don't go up that way too often. by gazglasgow (Thu 1st Sep 2022 1:40pm)

It’s best to go to the providers site directly and check if full fibre is available. The city fibre website is a bit poor. When I checked with them I got a message saying my landlord had not agreed to have the service installed. Vodafone let me order it no problem and are giving the best deals just now. If you order it then the building will get prepared by fitting a fibre splitter on the wall. If you are in a newer build then the fibre might be blown through the existing duct. by gazglasgow (Fri 2nd Sep 2022 10:44am)

If you were on a copper connection or fttc then they are probably correct. Open reach do not always switch over as requested and cabinets are often full so no space for your new connection. by gazglasgow (Fri 2nd Sep 2022 10:40am)

I need one of them! 🚲 by gazglasgow (Fri 2nd Sep 2022 1:16pm)

Can't you shred them and make a cardboard style vegan stew as that is what vegan food tastes like normally? by gazglasgow (Fri 2nd Sep 2022 2:16pm)

Nothing like a bit of meat! 😂😂 by gazglasgow (Fri 2nd Sep 2022 3:18pm)

Unfortunately this a worldwide problem and the cost of fuel is rising at a huge rate all over Europe. by gazglasgow (Fri 2nd Sep 2022 4:35pm)

I think you need to check what the cost was in other countries beforehand. Unfortunately we are all subject to the global cost of energy. by gazglasgow (Fri 2nd Sep 2022 11:06pm)

Tasty! by gazglasgow (Sun 4th Sep 2022 9:10am)

Yes. Thanks for asking. by gazglasgow (Sun 4th Sep 2022 12:14pm)

I will second that. Parking is a disgrace. If the customers could reverse into the shop and get the chips handed through the window then they would. It makes life a misery for the local residents and the bus drivers. It’s double yellow outside the place! by gazglasgow (Mon 5th Sep 2022 11:16am)

The Brazen Head on Cathcart Road is a friendly bar. by gazglasgow (Wed 7th Sep 2022 12:54am)

Many of the footpaths are shared use do watch out for that. Use them when you can. What is your route to uni? by gazglasgow (Wed 7th Sep 2022 10:13am)

Easy enough. I cycled that route yesterday. Hopefully you live near the canal. If so there is quick heavy traffic free route. On to the canal and head to the foot bridge at the end of Blairdardie Road. Cross over and right onto Morraine Avenue. Left at the next roundabout then left onto a pathway that takes you to Essenside Road. Right turn then follow a trail at the end up to Drumchapel Road. Cross over and you will find another trail on the right side of Kinfauns Drive. This trail takes you through or round the edge of Colqhoun Park then turn onto Station Road. Keep going and you will end up at Bearsden Station on Drymen Road. Although just realised if it’s uni then you mean the vet school area? If so that route takes you to wrong side of Canniesburn toll. by gazglasgow (Wed 7th Sep 2022 10:50am)

Yeh I would broadly agree with that route. It really depends where in Knightswood the OP lives but the canal is key to getting to the uni vet school. The issue with Old Farm Road is that it is so steep. It all depends on the OP level of fitness. Good use of the gears will be needed to get up there. All the uphill is over a much shorter distance. Personally I would recommend using the pavements on Bearsden Road. There are very few pedestrians and it’s much safer. Unfortunately going anywhere North in Glasgow usually entails a few hills. The incline can be spread out by continuing on the canal to the next bridge. Off the path then over the canal on Howth Drive then through the housing estate and left on Bearsden Road. Up the hill then cross at the pedestrian lights. Left again up to the South Gate of the campus. All downhill from there. Good luck finding what you want in there. It’s a maze! by gazglasgow (Wed 7th Sep 2022 11:11am)

Yeh that’s another option too. Probably adding a fair distance on to the journey. Just had a thought though. Continue on the canal path to the small metal footbridge before Lock 27. Cross over and up Bearsden Road pavement to Islay Avenue? by gazglasgow (Wed 7th Sep 2022 11:48am)

Looks like it! 🙃 by gazglasgow (Wed 7th Sep 2022 11:50am)

Fair enough but a short uphill section on a quiet pavement to avoid that fast road is pretty harmless. Yes no lights on that bridge I believe. It’s narrow and when you cycle over it you can end up with a car up your arse. It’s really not bike friendly round there. by gazglasgow (Wed 7th Sep 2022 1:16pm)

I have never used one but did look at this before. Good value if you plan to use different bus companies. The only drawback is that you need to purchase online in advance. You can't buy on the bus and there is no app. Perhaps the mobile version of the browser is sleek and accepts Apple Pay but it is possible you may need to flaff around with a debit card number. Follow up: I had a look and you can buy an all day Tripper ticket on the bus but not a weekly or flexi ticket. I am pretty sure that was not the case initially when the ticket was launched. I might consider getting one then. Could be handy. by gazglasgow (Wed 7th Sep 2022 1:56pm)

That's a shame as it was pretty good. I wanted a lunch deal the other day and it was shut. I had tried some weeks before as the other places were on holiday and it was shut then too but I assumed maybe just a holiday. There are two other good places close enough. Eve Chinese on Kingsway, a real old school place. It's worth a visit just to read the various signs on the wall written in a kind of abbreviated English Chinese. Fake Money! Call Police! The Wok Inn across the road on Dumbarton Road is also good. Both are open for a lunchtime deal for about 4 quid on Thursdays and Fridays 12pm - 2pm. by gazglasgow (Wed 7th Sep 2022 2:25pm)

Yes! 😋 by gazglasgow (Wed 7th Sep 2022 7:24pm)

Yeh good in there too though sometimes it’s not open. They did open for lunch on strange days recently but they stopped it. by gazglasgow (Wed 7th Sep 2022 7:23pm)

Yeh looks like it. 😕 by gazglasgow (Wed 7th Sep 2022 7:22pm)

Oh well. What a shame. by gazglasgow (Wed 7th Sep 2022 7:22pm)

Yes haha by gazglasgow (Thu 8th Sep 2022 1:00am)

Where is Kit Chan? It’s hard to get a Chinese opened at lunchtime. by gazglasgow (Thu 8th Sep 2022 1:00am)

Ah ok. by gazglasgow (Thu 8th Sep 2022 9:46am)

You would be surprised how many pavements are shared use and are not properly marked. Sometimes here is one small sign covered by a tree then never another one. Nobody knows where the shared use zone really starts and ends. Archerhill Road is an example. by gazglasgow (Thu 8th Sep 2022 1:51pm)

It has already been reasonably established that the OP's route may involve cycling for a short distance up Bearsden Road which is a 40 zone uphill with no provision for cyclists. It's not fun. I live in that area and it despairs me how many drivers in their big SUV's come tearing up and down that road. I am experienced and I use the pavement at times as it's always pretty deed. Not a common walking route for anyone. There has to be a balance between safety and the law. by gazglasgow (Thu 8th Sep 2022 1:57pm)

Yes I agree. I think at last there may be some movement in the provision of bus and cycle lanes. The new corridors that are being planned will abolish all on street parking on key routes. Unfortunately Byres Road is not included. It's time to wake up and smell the coffee. There are cars parked al the way up that road effectively taking up 50% of the space. All parking should be banned 24/7 to encourage active travel and give everybody more space. Initially the businesses will be up in arms as usual but car drivers will get used to it. They just need to park somewhere else and walk for a bit. Consideration of course must be given to where in the area there is some available land to allow parking within a reasonable distance from shopping areas. Taking Byres Road as an example there are two car parks but still the street is lined from top to bottom with parked cars. by gazglasgow (Thu 8th Sep 2022 2:04pm)

This is planned I believe with the new bus corridors being considered. All on street parking banned 24/7. by gazglasgow (Thu 8th Sep 2022 2:06pm)

That road is fucking disgrace. Holes like craters! I went through a puddle once and there was a not visible hole so big my front wheel went right down. I went over the bars and landed head first on the tarmac. Walked away from it but I am so glad I had a good helmet on. It got destroyed but saved me from an ambulance. Partly my own fault. Never cycle into a deep puddle without being cautious. You never know what could be in there. by gazglasgow (Thu 8th Sep 2022 2:11pm)

Technically you are correct but in some situations it pays to be alive and still be able to get about. Use of the pavements should be minimised and always be safe and considerate towards pedestrians. by gazglasgow (Thu 8th Sep 2022 2:24pm)

Interestingly the precinct all the way down from Sauchiehall Street is a pedestrian and cycle zone. It starts at the end of the cycle way up Sauchiehall Street where the crossing has a green bike light and continues down Buchanan Street. More recently the council has installed proper road signs that state pedestrian and cycle zone. During COP26 the signs were not there but the crossing has been like that for years. Seen a few bored police officers stop cyclists and give them warnings. They were bored shitless giving the Maccies a 24/7 guard. Fortunately for them I didn't get stopped as I would have marched them up to the crossing to shown them it's a bike zone. by gazglasgow (Thu 8th Sep 2022 2:20pm)

You really must move forward to the cycle zone at the lights. It's what is advised in the Highway Code. It's the safest place to be. by gazglasgow (Thu 8th Sep 2022 2:29pm)

I have brought this up before and that junction is so badly designed and so dangerous that all of the traffic lights were modified years ago. They all have green bike crossing lamps. You can use the pathways. The junction is full of idiots gearing up to go on a motorway and too slow to cool off after emerging from it. by gazglasgow (Thu 8th Sep 2022 2:27pm)

Yeh Schwalbe Marathon Plus tyres and Schwalbe Air Plus tubes are a necessity in Glasgow. by gazglasgow (Thu 8th Sep 2022 2:31pm)

I appreciate your point but there are instances where I would thoroughly recommend cycling on the pavement in a safe manner. You have to remember that many cyclists are not car drivers and not as road savvy. You are ignoring the potential damage that cars cause to bones and flesh and on certain roads there is a much higher risk. There is no way that I will be cycling on Bearsden Road up that hill at busy times and I would advise cyclists with no driving experience to avoid it like the plague. There is no viable alternative for that route. I am shocked that you have never felt unsafe cycling. Some drivers in Glasgow must get in front of you and will do that to the detriment of your safety, lights, high vis or not. Car drivers don't stick to the rules, the big difference is that when they break rules they can kill. I hadn't mentioned red lights before. This convo is about how to cycle to Bearsden from Knightswood via Anniesland. by gazglasgow (Thu 8th Sep 2022 4:49pm)

As long as it includes a Poundland and a Greggs then I am happy. by gazglasgow (Fri 9th Sep 2022 12:20am)

You can report drainage issues on the Scottish Water website. by gazglasgow (Fri 9th Sep 2022 9:57am)

Looking at the news today some big name chain stores like Aldi, B&Q, John Lewis and Sainsburys are closing on the day. I think it's fair to say that most other shops will follow suit. This is likely to include public attractions so in essence I think almost everywhere in Glasgow will be shut. The exceptions are likely to be pubs and convenience stores. Public transport is still operating. I wonder if Tim Martin will close all of the Wetherspoons pubs on the day? by gazglasgow (Mon 12th Sep 2022 5:16pm)

Deoch en Dorus in Partick has a large selection of malts and an outdoor smoking area at the back of the pub. It's partially covered so good if it rains. The outdoor area is right under the railway station so it's good if you like listening to trains :) by gazglasgow (Tue 13th Sep 2022 1:29pm)

You are entitled to your opinions and protest as necessary but to do so on the day of the Queens funeral is in very bad taste. If you need to wait until the day of the funeral to get your message across then it means that you don't have that much support in the first place. It's a bit like those nut jobs that protest against homosexuality but only appear on the day of Gay Pride. Other than that they are nowhere to be seen. by gazglasgow (Tue 13th Sep 2022 1:57pm)

Drink plenty of Irn Bru and never order a pizza with pineapple on it. by gazglasgow (Tue 13th Sep 2022 2:52pm)

City Fibre do not provide services to the consumer. They are the equivalent of Openreach to BT and Sky etc. The City Fibre website will show what suppliers you can use. Vodafone seems to be the market leader and the prices are great. Around £33.00 per month for a 500Mb synchronous connection. You can order directly on the Vodafone website. I believe you can also sign up with Brawband and Talk Talk. &#x200B; Their website by gazglasgow (Wed 14th Sep 2022 5:27pm)

It is finished in many areas. I am in the West end and I have had it for a month or so now. Best to check on the Vodafone website with your postcode. by gazglasgow (Wed 14th Sep 2022 6:48pm)

Oh right, well if they are still at the digging stage it might be a month or two before it's available. Best to keep checking every week. Good luck! It's astounding how quickly they work. Work like dogs as they get paid per metre. The faster they work the more they get paid. If only the council could repair the roads as quickly 😂 by gazglasgow (Wed 14th Sep 2022 6:56pm)

Glasgow is the fourth biggest city in the UK although some conflicting information is out on the net, it may be the fifth too! The Greater Glasgow area has a population of around 1 million people so as you can imagine there is rather a lot to do if you visit. by gazglasgow (Tue 20th Sep 2022 5:17pm)

If you want to chance it with off peak tickets then order in advance with an app like TrainPal. Your only issue will be the platform change at Glasgow Central. The barrier will reject the ticket if you present it before 0915am. If you are lucky then you could come in at Platform 11 and you can walk over to the Greenock train directly although most incoming Neilston and Newton services use Platforms 3,8 and 9 but this isn’t set in stone. Remember that there is only a morning peak. You can return at any time of the day. by gazglasgow (Tue 27th Sep 2022 9:29am)

Away and stick yer heed in a pale of shite. by gazglasgow (Fri 30th Sep 2022 10:49pm)

Best Kebab is worth a try! by gazglasgow (Mon 3rd Oct 2022 1:26am)

Can you Tapas a tenner and I’ll give you back that fiver I owe you? by gazglasgow (Thu 6th Oct 2022 12:58am)

Any bus driver that knocks back your car is a Pussy! by gazglasgow (Thu 6th Oct 2022 12:56am)

No Scotmid in Knightswood or Anniesland. There is at least one charity shop at Anniesland cross. Might be worth a try. by gazglasgow (Fri 7th Oct 2022 10:58am)

You could always go on the train and come back on the bus. A bit more expensive but it will solve your issue. by gazglasgow (Fri 7th Oct 2022 11:06am)

Many of the bikes that the delivery drivers use are cheaper Chinese models like Starsfly. EFF bikes are also popular. The issue with cheaper bikes is that they are too heavy so aren’t that agile. Look for an aluminium frame and check the bike overall weight. After you hit about 20kg it becomes a monster and is a nightmare if you live upstairs in a flat. Getting on and off trains is also a chore. There are many more brands of decent bikes other than Halfords own Carrera stuff. by gazglasgow (Fri 7th Oct 2022 11:14am)

Yeh they are called fat bikes. Very heavy. Really on the verge of electric mopeds but good for the job I suppose. Also illegal 😂 by gazglasgow (Fri 7th Oct 2022 10:55pm)

Expose yourself to the wind and rain. It’s good for your mental well being to put yourself in difficult situations. by gazglasgow (Fri 7th Oct 2022 11:58pm)

Haha very good! by gazglasgow (Sat 8th Oct 2022 9:01am)

27kg is a bit heavy lol but if you don't live up stairs then might be worth a go by gazglasgow (Mon 10th Oct 2022 1:47pm)

Yeh I know what you mean. It depends how long your cycle is but a non electric bike is still worth considering. Some of the new hybrid bikes are extremely light at around 7kg. My pal got a Specialized Sirrus for £849.00 and you can lift it with your finger. by gazglasgow (Mon 10th Oct 2022 2:27pm)

haha yeh you could get one of them. I don't think that device would last too long, looks like a gimmick. You can get motor conversion kits on ebay for around 200 quid. Best to get one of them on a cheaper second hand bike. My ebike is 15kg and I lifted my pals Sirrus up, it nearly ended up right over my head so I thought it was much lighter. Turns out he got the Sirrus X 3.0 which is 11kg. Seems much lighter mind you. It's very fast if you are fit. by gazglasgow (Mon 10th Oct 2022 4:38pm)

You didn’t mention the provider. Assuming it’s coming via the new City Fibre then the cable will normally be external. You can tell if this will happen if they have installed a Toby at each building. It’s a small black telecoms pavement box. The building will first be prepared with a fibre junction box being fitted externally and a fibre being blown back to the switch. On your install date a fibre cable is run externally into your flat and terminates in a small media converter. After that it’s just a normal router that is connected with an Ethernet cable. by gazglasgow (Tue 11th Oct 2022 9:12am)

You won't go wrong with Gilbert, a pal of mine. [https://www.lovephotos.net/](https://www.lovephotos.net/) by gazglasgow (Tue 11th Oct 2022 1:50pm)

You need to speak to your provider and ask them to put you on a pay monthly tariff. Other than that you need to apply energy savings tips. Heat only the room that you use. Get thick curtains. In tenements cover any vents on the wall if cold air is coming in. Uncover them as the weather improves. Use draught excluders. You can also ask the landlord what he / she can do. If you don't ask then you don't get. Windows are the biggest source of heat loss in tenements as they are often large and single glazed. Take a look here: [Keeping your tenement flat warm](https://www.homeenergyscotland.org/top-five-ways-to-make-your-tenement-more-efficient/) by gazglasgow (Tue 11th Oct 2022 1:59pm)

I’ve got vents in my tenement that lead into old chimneys I think. The amount of freezing cold air that comes in leaves me with no choice but to cover them. I only cover them for a couple of months per year. by gazglasgow (Wed 12th Oct 2022 11:29am)

Coatbridge isn't that bad. A few decent pubs in the town centre. Old Post Office and the Vulcan for example. You can also visit the Summerlee Industrial History Museum. You have the choice of two train stations if you want to visit Glasgow. Coatbridge Central and Coatbridge Sunnyside. Sunnyside has a more regular service to Glasgow Queen Street and you can also reach Edinburgh directly at this station too. by gazglasgow (Wed 12th Oct 2022 3:18pm)

Yeh I agree. I am a cyclist too and I slow down around pedestrians on the pathways. I don’t usually go above 10mph but will increase the speed when it’s quiet and out of the city centre. Everybody should learn keep to the left. It’s amazing how many folk keep right when they see an oncoming cyclist. Many cyclists do it as well as they approach me. A bit strange as everyone knows it’s keep to the left on the roads. by gazglasgow (Thu 13th Oct 2022 12:21am)

Yeh that’s a good point. Keeping to the right is the general advice if you walk on a road with no pavement. Even with a pavement it could save your life. by gazglasgow (Thu 13th Oct 2022 11:08am)

I second that. by gazglasgow (Thu 13th Oct 2022 11:12am)

Yes that is true I suppose but my point is that sometimes pedestrians move to the right after spotting you and effectively there is a head on collision imminent. Cyclists do it as well. Regardless of what action the pedestrian takes I have already slowed down and prepared to stop so never a big deal but sometimes a bit of bad feeling erupts 😀 by gazglasgow (Thu 13th Oct 2022 11:12am)

Yeh same here. I have always treated a shared path as a road. I can understand that pedestrians may not think like that hence the need to be careful. It’s really just common sense. If folk have their back to you and they don’t react to hearing your bell or the noise from your bike then slow right down. by gazglasgow (Thu 13th Oct 2022 11:22am)

I can't see it doing any harm for a couple of months whilst it freezes in Glasgow. by gazglasgow (Thu 13th Oct 2022 2:44pm)

There is a shortage of drivers and this causes delays. What the OP is mentioning though is why are buses not tracked properly. Regardless of the driver situation it should be possible to accurately inform passengers where the next bus is on the route. This is not a new issue. It’s been going on for years. The whole system needs ripped out and replaced. It’s not always the fault of First as other agencies process the live timing information. It’s a totally not fit for purpose system. Once the bus has been programmed with its route and it has working GPS then it’s not rocket science to convey this info to waiting passengers. What also needs to happen is that when a bus breaks down or goes out of service for whatever reason then this is also properly conveyed rather than the remaining on the live timing screen as a phantom service. by gazglasgow (Fri 14th Oct 2022 11:26am)

Shat-on-the-floor by gazglasgow (Sat 15th Oct 2022 10:41pm)

On the commuter lines in Glasgow you can take a bike on the train and store it anywhere without issue. Common sense applies. Use the bike zone or the wheelchair zone and the door gangway if all full. Move your bike as necessary and you will fine. Booking a bike space is only necessary on longer journeys up North from Queen Street. by gazglasgow (Fri 21st Oct 2022 10:33pm)

There is a Spoons in Anniesland 😀 by gazglasgow (Fri 21st Oct 2022 10:57pm)

Up You! by gazglasgow (Sat 22nd Oct 2022 12:24am)

Yeh that’s not so good. If it was a commuter train then there would be no need to get off. Just move the bike elsewhere. Lots of space on the electric trains. by gazglasgow (Sat 22nd Oct 2022 8:51am)

Well that’s fair enough. The service is quite regular there. I once refused to get off a train but different circumstances. The issue is often with the staff who do not help. Just tell you to get off rather than asking you to move if there is quieter spot. I wasn’t prepared to wait 3 hours for the next train. Was threatened with BTP but they turned up at the station 3 weeks after I got home. My bike was not obstructing anyone or causing an inconvenience. The worst part is that he turned a blind eye to two more bikes that gone at the next station. Presumably because the cyclists were female. by gazglasgow (Sat 22nd Oct 2022 9:44am)

Actually it does very much matter. Let’s be clear if your bike is in the wheelchair area then you must be prepared to move it if necessary. Getting asked to leave the train is not on. It’s just a matter of moving stuff about or going to a quieter area of the train. If it’s only 10 mins to the next train thee then maybe but it’s first come first served. Bikes are welcome on the commuter trains and it should never really be necessary to refuse someone. If it’s simply a space issue then there are other options such as tell the folk with bags on seats to get them off. Rarely do you see all seats taken even on busy trains. Someone with a bike should be welcomed with open arms as they are using an active travel option and not destroying the planet. by gazglasgow (Sat 22nd Oct 2022 10:06am)

I take your point but my take here is that you think it is acceptable to ask a cyclist to get off the train after already being on. I am aware of how busy trains can be and if it is not physically possible to get on then so be it. You seem to suggest that cyclists should be removed to make space for passengers. Erm no. by gazglasgow (Sun 23rd Oct 2022 2:25am)

It’s safe to tip in the app. The driver gets the full amount. When ordering a takeaway you can tip in the UBER and Deliveroo apps but not in Just Eat. This feature has never been added. by gazglasgow (Mon 24th Oct 2022 10:08am)

On the bus there won’t be a problem. I think on the subway the dog needs to be small and in a box. I guess you could just sneak on. by gazglasgow (Thu 27th Oct 2022 7:31am)

Yeh well I have seen a dog 🐕 on the subway before. Most dogs are cool and wouldn’t mind. The staff are usually too busy yapping to notice. by gazglasgow (Thu 27th Oct 2022 9:22am)

Looks like it’s getting renamed to the Loon Fucked! by gazglasgow (Fri 28th Oct 2022 10:57am)

Well we are short of water so the rainfall is needed. At the end of the day what’s wrong with rain. Ignore it and just go out. Rain does not stop me from doing what I want to do. In any case putting yourself in an unpleasant situation and overcoming it will do wonders for your state of mind. by gazglasgow (Mon 31st Oct 2022 9:50am)

Great idea. Within 3 months there will be a strike. by gazglasgow (Mon 31st Oct 2022 11:16am)

That’s simply not true. The approval process is exactly the same for all of the companies. It may take longer to get onboarded with JE but that’s only because they have a queue. by gazglasgow (Mon 31st Oct 2022 11:29am)

They are generally reliable enough. They use luxury coaches at times but journey times are much longer. by gazglasgow (Mon 31st Oct 2022 11:26am)

Yeh I think a lot of the guys here have just had bad drivers. Lots of decent drivers out there! by gazglasgow (Mon 31st Oct 2022 11:32am)

Well that may be true but I was referring to the approval process. It’s exactly the same and they all use Sterling. Regardless of how quickly you get onboarded the same checks and process is followed. by gazglasgow (Mon 31st Oct 2022 11:35am)

I think all the delivery companies get lots of complaints. People do get warnings and can get removed from the app if they are not doing the job properly. People who sell accounts are rogue drivers and should not be onboarded. This means that this who would have failed the DBS check are potentially working with the public. by gazglasgow (Mon 31st Oct 2022 2:55pm)

Has this been publicised anywhere? by gazglasgow (Wed 2nd Nov 2022 11:26pm)

Nice. That's an Alexander Dennis Enviro 200 MMC operated by McGills. It's working over Stirling way just now. It's one of the First Scotland East buses that they acquired recently when they took over the business. by gazglasgow (Thu 3rd Nov 2022 2:25pm)

It's not an electric bus. The Enviro 200 is a low floor diesel engine bus. The MMC is the latest version of this model. MMC means major model change. This version was introduced in 2014 and is widely used all over the UK. Alexander Dennis do make an electric version and this called the Enviro200EV. Don't think there are any in the old First East network. You will find them kicking around Glasgow that are operated by First Glasgow. McGills have electric buses in Glasgow as well but they use the Yutong E12. by gazglasgow (Thu 3rd Nov 2022 2:59pm)

Nice. I would like to do that as well. The Yutongs are excellent machines. The technology will only get better and better as well! by gazglasgow (Thu 3rd Nov 2022 8:42pm)

Haha no doubt. by gazglasgow (Fri 4th Nov 2022 1:39am)

Yeh I thought that too. Wasn’t sure though. by gazglasgow (Fri 4th Nov 2022 11:00am)

It would help if the council would fix the south River Clyde pathway and extend it to the Quay and beyond. by gazglasgow (Fri 4th Nov 2022 11:23am)

Ouch. 5 grand per flat! by gazglasgow (Fri 4th Nov 2022 10:16pm)

20th November! by gazglasgow (Sun 6th Nov 2022 6:44pm)

Not until 20th November. Shouldn’t be removed until the day before. by gazglasgow (Sun 6th Nov 2022 6:44pm)

No! by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 12:34am)

It ain’t coming! by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 12:33am)

Well there hasn’t been an announcement. Maybe something will get knocked together at the last minute. Only likely to be a coffee van and a burger van. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 7:29am)

Funnily enough he wasn’t there this weekend. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 7:57am)

There is an event to turn on the lights sometime in November which is followed by a fireworks display. This year it’s on 20th November. Not sure if there will be fireworks. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 8:08am)

I hardly think that’s the reason. It’s all pretty sociable from what I observe. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 8:06am)

Well if it’s for Armistice day then the benches can taken away on that day and out back the next day. I would think that Armistice day attracts a lot of pensioners and infirm folk. Surely they are the ones that may need a seat? by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 8:10am)

Why should they be removed over two weeks beforehand? The day before is fine. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 8:19am)

Yes loads of folk happy to sit out in this weather. It was a beautiful day yesterday. George Square has always been a meeting spot. It’s not unreasonable to expect somewhere to sit and chill whilst waiting for your pal / date to arrive. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 8:18am)

That’s what the police are for. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 8:15am)

Loads of folk happy to sit there in all weather conditions. Each to their own. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 8:24am)

I don’t know why they have been removed. That’s the reason I posted. There is no obvious reason for their removal. Nothing was happening at the square this weekend. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 8:23am)

Exactly and at all times. If there is an event on then the benches can be reduced in numbers and relocated. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 8:21am)

Great idea! Come along to the Remembrance Day Parade but if you want a seat then bring your own! by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 8:26am)

It’s any ones guess when they will return. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 8:34am)

I don’t agree. For anyone who likes to sit there it’s a constant annoyance. It’s like a lottery arriving there. One minute there, next minute gone. I agree there are plenty of pressing issues in the city but the council constantly find the time and the manpower to remove the public seating over and over again throughout the course of the year. If you don’t go often then you won’t see this. I would estimate that the seating is missing for around 25% of the year. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 8:31am)

Nonsense. Remembrance Day isn’t even until this Friday. Folk that go there will want a seat. Also no reason why the benches can’t be relocated. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 8:49am)

Maybe it does but the rain doesn’t put everyone off going to the Square. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 8:46am)

Fair point. If you let the rain stop you from going out and doing stuff then you will be at home a lot in Glasgow 😀 by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 8:51am)

Don’t agree. This is just one of the many occasions when the benches vanish. What do they need to set up? A days work at most. There were no benches there all weekend so presumably removed even before Saturday. It doesn’t take over a week to organise the Remembrance Day parade. If there were at least some guys there doing something then fine. Was anybody there working? I doubt it. So where do people sit when they come to the parade? by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 9:07am)

The general advice is always go to an organised display but when they get cancelled the only obvious outcome is that folk will buy more themselves. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 9:34am)

Is that the best you can come up with? Nothing wrong with my fitness. Since time began humans have enjoyed sitting down. It’s a natural human behaviour. It’s a public area and should consistently have a seated area for the citizens of Glasgow at all times. This is just one of the dozens of occasions when the benches get removed each year. With proper planning and a bit of forward thinking the benches can be reduced in numbers and / or relocated. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 9:30am)

Yeh that must be it. Enjoy your day too whilst you stand up 24/7 by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 9:41am)

If it’s via City Fibre then it’s run externally. The building is prepared in advance after you order. From the Toby a fibre cable is installed and run to an external junction box. Once commissioned the guys will run a fibre from this box to your flat and terminate in a media converter. No powered equipment is installed out with your flat. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 9:40am)

Haha. I am glad that you are glad. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 9:46am)

Of course. Looking forward to next Saturday when they haven’t put the benches back. 😂😂 by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 9:50am)

Yes that does seem to be the case. Even the new Queen Street Station has a shockingly low number of seats on the station concourse. Noticed this a couple of weeks ago when I went in to escape a downpour. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 11:44am)

One would imagine it's not a big exercise but the first item on the agenda is clearly get rid of the benches at least one full week before the event starts and not put them back until a week afterwards. There is nothing presently going on at the square and no workers in sight. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 11:47am)

It wouldn't take a private contractor over a week to organise it. Making the preparations for the event doesn't involve removing the seats from this public area in the first instance. I am surprised that the bins are still there. A couple of months ago all the bins vanished for a week or two for no reason whatsoever. This was before the bin strike. On other days it is also noticeable that half of the benches are away or removed from one side. Again no apparent reason. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 11:52am)

The council does use private contractors for fencing and barriers for some events. Overall this will be organised by the council and certainly it's the council that remove the benches. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 11:59am)

Good idea! by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 1:00pm)

Well I think you need a firmware update if you want to live in Glasgow 😀 I cycle a lot hence the reason I am in the city centre quite often. The rain isn’t all that bad. Cycling in the rain is good fun. I find that you can go faster as there is less rolling resistance. Just need to be careful on the corners, the iron work and the leaves. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 1:00pm)

The only way to keep your feet dry is to wear shoe covers but I am used to it, just let my feet get wet. It's good to get yourself into an uncomfortable situation and overcome it. Good for the mind! haha You can also wrap your shoes in cling film before you go out but you look like a bit of a dick!😂 by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 1:41pm)

Switzerland! It's all mountains and snow there. haha Talk about out of the frying pan and into the fire! I hope you have overcome your difficult situation. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 1:54pm)

That's absurd. The lights switch on event happens on 20th November and the benches were removed on or before the 4th November. That in essence could mean no seating for almost the whole of November for one event that lasts just a few hours. I'm not accepting that. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 3:16pm)

Makes no sense at all. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 3:29pm)

The lights switch on is quite a big event. It's ticketed and the square gets cordoned off. There will be a stage set up no doubt. There will be a large number of security guards there too but in essence it's not a huge deal. It can take a couple of days max to get all the roads blocked off and the stage set up. Yes it is just a switch that is pressed at the end of the day but it's defo a popular event. However there is no need to remove the benches from the square some 16 days beforehand. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 3:58pm)

I find that hard to believe. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 5:13pm)

So what? 😀 by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 5:40pm)

That’s what the police are for. I have asked the council why so let’s see what they say. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 5:40pm)

Nice. Whereabouts? by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 6:59pm)

Yes correct. Nobody seems to know. Not last minute. Day before is fine or relocate them. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 6:58pm)

Obviously that’s a possibility but I think that would have been in the news. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 6:56pm)

Looks like it! by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Nov 2022 7:00pm)

Of course it does. There were hardly any trains running today and they finished early. Pathetic service. No bus service in any city could cope if the trains fail. Glasgow has an extensive commuter train network that is heavily used. by gazglasgow (Tue 8th Nov 2022 7:43am)

Ah ok. Good luck. Hopefully we will be able to sit down and enjoy your food. 😀 by gazglasgow (Tue 8th Nov 2022 7:44am)

haha, yes that's what I meant, I will take it up with GCC by gazglasgow (Tue 8th Nov 2022 3:26pm)

Is this the Clyde Tunnel in Glasgow? I don't know of anywhere in Glasgow called Knightsidge. The exits and entrances of the Clyde Tunnel are dual carriageways and no shops or restaurants in sight that I know of. Is it at one of the slip roads? If so what side, North - Whiteinch or South - Govan? by gazglasgow (Tue 8th Nov 2022 3:44pm)

Great move, it's just a constant stream of cars on that road. We need more of this in Glasgow, cars out and pedestrians / cyclists in. Hopefully in time public transport will improve. At the moment the buses that travel in that direction get delayed so much. by gazglasgow (Tue 8th Nov 2022 3:54pm)

I cycle to Braehead quite a lot and it's quite apparent that this shopping centre was built with only the car user in mind. the bus services are ok in the day but rapidly tail off at night. It is also nowhere near a train station. Piss poor links if you ask me. by gazglasgow (Tue 8th Nov 2022 3:57pm)

I have experience of this to some extent. In most places there is a poor selection and the prices are a rip off. The most common one is the NA Heineken. 330ml bottle and a cool 3 quid - 3 quid 50 price tag. The Gallery Bar in Brunswick Street has this NA Heineken on draught from a wee machine, it's pretty good. The only place to get a decent range of NA stuff and not get shafted is Spoons I am afraid. by gazglasgow (Tue 8th Nov 2022 4:28pm)

Yes of course! Fingers crossed. by gazglasgow (Wed 9th Nov 2022 12:13am)

Thanks! by gazglasgow (Wed 9th Nov 2022 12:11am)

Exactly 😂 by gazglasgow (Wed 9th Nov 2022 12:29am)

I use that lane regularly. Always pretty busy. I don’t think I have cycled on it and not ever passed another cyclist. by gazglasgow (Wed 9th Nov 2022 12:26am)

Quite how you can say it’s as you leave the Clyde Tunnel is beyond me. That place is away along Great Western Road at Kelvinbridge. 😂 by gazglasgow (Wed 9th Nov 2022 12:35am)

Yeh it is. That sounds to me as you exit a tunnel. by gazglasgow (Wed 9th Nov 2022 7:59am)

Yeh install the Adobe Scan app on your phone. That way you only need to print. by gazglasgow (Wed 9th Nov 2022 11:32am)

Yes I agree. I am a cyclist but used to be a motorist and a frustrated motorist at that. Had enough, the catalyst was lock down, and went back to the bike. Best move I ever made but it's not all the grass is greener on the other side. The volume of cars on the streets in Glasgow is horrendous. Probably not worse than other cities but horrendous nevertheless. There is change in the air. Many new cycle lanes have been opened and the 20 minute community project does seem to be working. I think car ownership is reaching its peak. In the future as electric vehicles take off I think the move will be more to self driving robotic taxis and less car ownership. Perhaps even a get a car as you please idea which can come to you as needed. Imagine if cars were not parked at the sides of our roads. Think of the extra space we could have. Some car drivers are just not willing to park responsibly and walk for a few minutes when they are out. They must park right outside the shop. They will even double park if necessary. I think even some would reverse into the chippy if they thought that they would actually get away with it. by gazglasgow (Wed 9th Nov 2022 2:14pm)

In the city there is a distinct advantage to using a bike for deliveries due to traffic congestion and the ability to use short cuts as well as priority cycle lanes. The delivery fare is mileage based and whilst you are correct that longer distance journeys are better suited to cars there is more to it than meets the eye. If you live out of the city centre then you may order from restaurants that are out of the city too. Such establishments attract more car drivers as the City centre is a no go area for them. In Glasgow a lot of deliveries from the city centre are served by bikes travelling further out than you may think. Shawlands, Partick, Springburn, Rutherglen and Toryglen to name a few are common destinations for cyclists. Any delivery person will try to establish themselves where there is the greatest concentration of restaurants. The city centre is not a viable option for many car drivers due to congestion and restrictions. With that in mind and taking Maccies as an example you will see more delivery cars at Partick, Anniesland, Clydebank and Parkheed whilst Sauchiehall Street and Trongate is like bike soup. by gazglasgow (Wed 9th Nov 2022 2:27pm)

Yeh it's annoying that so many folk walk on it. However at least most cyclists don't drive towards pedestrians with the horn blaring. It's just a matter of chilling and ringing your bell. I don't agree with drop kerbs as the new layout was always intended to be step free and the same will apply to Byres Road. If there was a kerb then you will wish there wasn't if you need to swerve to get out of the way of a crossing car or pedestrian. by gazglasgow (Wed 9th Nov 2022 2:34pm)

Very good point! Even if there was a bike jam they wouldn't be spilling out poisonous gases unless of course a curry was consumed the previous night. by gazglasgow (Wed 9th Nov 2022 2:30pm)

Exactly, parked cars don't spend money whilst the owner is sitting with their feet up watching the telly. by gazglasgow (Wed 9th Nov 2022 2:37pm)

I cycle on this quite a lot and i didn't even know there was a counter. Maybe I should play more attention! by gazglasgow (Wed 9th Nov 2022 2:44pm)

PRW is a nightmare for cyclists. Came off there once. Next time have a look at the sunken drains all the way along that road. They extend out quite far into the carriageway. Went into one that was concealed by a puddle as it was also blocked. Was like going over a cliff. Thanks helmet! by gazglasgow (Wed 9th Nov 2022 2:41pm)

If the horses were still here then imagine all the shite everywhere! by gazglasgow (Wed 9th Nov 2022 2:48pm)

The Campus A board that they have chained to the bike locking points pisses me off. by gazglasgow (Wed 9th Nov 2022 2:50pm)

Every cyclist is someone that could be potentially be in a polluting car taking up valuable space on the roads and parking whilst waiting for food to be cooked. by gazglasgow (Wed 9th Nov 2022 2:56pm)

haha I looked at that. The up vote and down vote symbols are funny, lol https://preview.redd.it/kb2e5a6eezy91.png?width=40&format=png&auto=webp&s=107047366e18ae5d7f7a8704687558e494e6269c by gazglasgow (Wed 9th Nov 2022 3:01pm)

Some parts of Glasgow are very uphill and I wonder sometimes why were houses ever built there in the first place. Castlemilk is one example and the uphill terrain probably puts off pedestrians even going out. Bits of Rutherglen are bad too. That being said much of the rest of the city is not too bad and as you get used to cycling your fitness improves and you will be up the hills before you know it. The general rule in Glasgow is that if you have to head North then expect hills. by gazglasgow (Wed 9th Nov 2022 3:29pm)

I would say that means around 10pm. by gazglasgow (Thu 10th Nov 2022 1:37pm)

The best options are Mother India Cafe, Chaakoo or Ashoka. by gazglasgow (Thu 10th Nov 2022 5:18pm)

Yes fair point. I thought they were the same. I often use the one in Bearsden. Can order on UBER for delivery to the west end. by gazglasgow (Thu 10th Nov 2022 10:01pm)

Yeh I see that the plans have changed. The bar is being built at St Enoch right now! by gazglasgow (Sat 12th Nov 2022 11:20am)

It seems that part of the issue is that Virgin Media have dumped 4 million of their mobile customers on the network. It has had a detrimental impact on performance. Before the O2 merger Virgin Media used EE and then Vodafone. This will explain why folk who had no issues previously are now having problems. by gazglasgow (Sun 13th Nov 2022 2:31pm)

I spotted one on the cycle path on Archerhill Road just opposite the duck pond. Not much left of it mind you but it's certainly there if you wanna go see it. by gazglasgow (Tue 15th Nov 2022 2:04pm)

AS70 OLE by gazglasgow (Tue 15th Nov 2022 3:56pm)

The whole service has been ruined by the unions. The environment is toxic with poor industrial relations. by gazglasgow (Wed 16th Nov 2022 11:12am)

Apart from a few miles what's the difference between a west end wanker and an east end wanker? by gazglasgow (Wed 16th Nov 2022 4:05pm)

Yeh perhaps 😀 by gazglasgow (Wed 16th Nov 2022 4:20pm)

Lol by gazglasgow (Wed 16th Nov 2022 10:44pm)

The single costing more than a return issue was brought in years ago for the commuter lines to stop fraud. Folk were buying singles in the morning when they were more likely to get checked and not paying on the way back. Single tickets can also get you back through the barriers and be used as a return if you know the tricks. by gazglasgow (Fri 18th Nov 2022 2:03pm)

Typical, the number of toilets that don't work is a joke. There are a couple of possible solutions. 1 - If the toilet is shown as out of order always try and slide the door open anyway. Sometimes they are unlocked though you may be faced with pissing into a nuclear waste site! A shite might be a bit tricky! 2- If the train is in long formation, that's two sets joined together, then go to the back or front and nip into the other set at the next station and fingers crossed the bog in that one works. Repeat 1 if necessary. by gazglasgow (Fri 18th Nov 2022 2:53pm)

There isn't a market as such. The company pulled out. GCC appear to have cobbled something together so it's mainly food stalls, bars and fairground rides. I presume they are all from the UK. Starts this Sunday at St Enoch and beginning of December at George Square where the ice rink is coming back. Had a look at the St. Enoch bar. Looks like the seating is outdoors with no covering. I can't see that doing too well. by gazglasgow (Fri 18th Nov 2022 3:04pm)

The Counting House will give a reasonable view. by gazglasgow (Sun 20th Nov 2022 3:20pm)

As per my previous reply switch your adsl to one of the City Fibre providers then the switch to full fibre is free. Vodafone is a good choice. by gazglasgow (Tue 22nd Nov 2022 10:33am)

City Fibre are running a new fibre network in Glasgow at the moment. More than likely Dumbarton Road will get provisioned at some point if not already done so. In order to easily switch you need to move your Openreach ADSL connection to an ISP that works with City Fibre. That way the switch from copper to full fibre will be free. Vodafone and Talk Talk are examples. Just look out for the guys installing the purple telecoms ducts. I actually can’t remember for sure if Dumbarton Road has been connected. The way to find out is go to the Vodafone broadband checker. If you can get a 500mb package then you are good to go with full fibre. by gazglasgow (Tue 22nd Nov 2022 10:30am)

It's got nothing to do with where you live. If the fibre network gets rolled out then anybody in your building can get it. In tenements they will run a surface fibre cable to your flat. It is a bit confusing but you need to think about it from the network that you are connected to. The most common network is the Openreach Network which is exclusively ADSL. This is the network that BT uses. Other providers are able to use it too such as EE and Vodafone and provide ADSL connections. The new City Fibre network is completely separate from Openreach. City Fibre are the equivalent of Openreach and do not sell directly to the end user they only manage the network. You therefore need to approach a provider who has signed up with City Fibre. There are a few with Talk Talk and Vodafone being two of them. If you switch from BT to Vodafone using the Openreach network which you are on just now then Vodafone will allow you to hop to the City Fibre network when it becomes available. If you stay with BT then you will need to terminate if full fibre becomes available. You will need to raise a new order with Vodafone as BT are joined at the hip to Openreach. It's a bit like changing your electricity provider except there are two different supply cables to your home. You can choose which supply cable to use and which provider you want from the list of choices available. Also some providers can supply you using either of the cables whilst some providers can only supply you using one of the cables. In this particular instance and in relation to broadband one of the cables is faster than the other. by gazglasgow (Tue 22nd Nov 2022 4:01pm)

It’s always better to check on the Vodafone site. I found that the cityfibre site always says that. It doesn’t seem to be updated properly. The terminology is confusing. Fibre broadband normally means fibre to the cabinet FTTC which is what almost all broadband connections are. The service is still called fibre broadband even though it’s a copper cable that connects from your premises to the cabinet. BT offer that but they don’t offer FTTP which is fibre to the premises. With cityfibre you will get that but again still called fibre broadband. You can tell the difference by the speeds offered. 500mb is defo FTTP. Talk Talk should be ok. Just try to get the activation date as close as possible to the BT end date. There is no reason why it couldn’t be same day. Plus net do use the openreach network. Not sure about city fibre. What you can do is use the providers broadband availability check in a postcode that has city fibre. For example check anything from 200 archerhill road upwards. If you see speeds of 500mb then that’s full fibre FTTP. You are best to select one of the providers that offers 500mb as they will let you switch to the fibre network when you get the service. Obviously all they will be able to offer you is a standard adsl connection FTTC using open reach in the mean time. by gazglasgow (Wed 23rd Nov 2022 12:21am)

Maybe it's another neighbour that's putting it there cos their bog is bust and they are putting the blame on the dug? by gazglasgow (Wed 23rd Nov 2022 4:17pm)

I have stopped breathing. by gazglasgow (Wed 23rd Nov 2022 8:49pm)

Do not put a note through their door. You did the right thing by going to see them. Folk like to hide behind notes. It’s like sending a cheeky email and not having to face the person directly. Keep knocking on their door periodically with a view to discussing amicably. They may not answer but the notes will stop. by gazglasgow (Wed 23rd Nov 2022 11:16pm)

Exactly. It’s a devolved matter. I agreed with all the other points made until the last paragraph. I presume the poster is a nationalist and when something pops up that he/she doesn’t like then it’s best to blame the Tories rather than the Scottish Government. FFS Shawlands is like a stones throw away from Govanhill where Sturgeon is the MSP! by gazglasgow (Thu 24th Nov 2022 11:24pm)

Don’t be surprised if you don’t get next day delivery at this time of year. Mid November until early January is the busiest time. Royal Mail strikes make matters worse. by gazglasgow (Fri 25th Nov 2022 11:12am)

Oops. Forgot the link. https://tickets.glasgowconcerthalls.com/27676/27677 by gazglasgow (Sat 26th Nov 2022 5:30pm)

There are a number of breaks in the fences. It’s a joke how long this is taking to be opened. by gazglasgow (Mon 28th Nov 2022 12:26am)

The Roundabout ticket is a bargain. It’s very popular with train enthusiasts. You can certainly rip the arse out of it with multiple journeys and subway travel. An all day subway ticket is like 4 quid on its own! For some journeys it’s actually cheaper to buy a roundabout and you can travel twice if you like. One example is Dalreoch to Carfin, return ticket price £8.50. Roundabout is £7.40. by gazglasgow (Tue 6th Dec 2022 9:06am)

Introduced during Covid and has remained there for the total convenience of the staff. Many folk miss trains because of it. It’s now probably a union rule that the barriers must remain single direction. To revert to double direction it would require a consultation process with the RMT to decide how many more staff must be employed and what level of pay rise is required. by gazglasgow (Wed 7th Dec 2022 10:19am)

I think a lot of folk that wear shorts were already wearing them indoors and have cause to go outside for a short time. They will be back home or in a warm place soon afterwards. In any case if you are active outside then wearing shorts can be quite pleasant. Your upper body and hands are more vulnerable to heat loss. Also it might be cold in Glasgow just now but there is no icy 🥶wind or rain which makes the conditions quite pleasant. by gazglasgow (Thu 8th Dec 2022 11:32am)

Looks like it! 😀 by gazglasgow (Thu 8th Dec 2022 10:14pm)

Glad you had a good time 😂 by gazglasgow (Fri 9th Dec 2022 10:50pm)

Scottish Power are only a provider and do not have direct control over energy prices. Global energy prices are not set by Scottish Power. Actually not by our government either. by gazglasgow (Thu 15th Dec 2022 3:04pm)

It will stop working but worrying about this just now when the phone lines are jam packed is unnecessary. We are in the middle of a huge freeze so the only thing that is red hot is the phone system. If it's not urgent then don't call them. The old Radio Teleswitch meters will stop working in March 2023. It's nothing to do with Economy 7 or the tariffs. This old type of meter generally operate storage heaters and switches on at a preset time in the evening by radio control. The retirement of the service coincides with the end of the Radio 4 Longwave service. Apparently the BBC still use a valve transmitter for this service. They only have two valves left and are not planning on having any more of them manufactured. by gazglasgow (Thu 15th Dec 2022 3:18pm)

There wasn’t much sympathy from customers when they lost billions when wholesale costs increased. by gazglasgow (Sun 18th Dec 2022 2:56am)

Whoever came up with calling a burnt roll well fired in order to con folk into buying an upmarket product is a fucking genius. by gazglasgow (Wed 21st Dec 2022 1:36am)

Best solution is to screen shot the Reddit post and read it back to them. Do not post a note in their door. Say it face to face. by gazglasgow (Fri 23rd Dec 2022 1:23am)

I always think that confronting note through the door folk generally puts a stop to their nonsense. by gazglasgow (Fri 23rd Dec 2022 10:57am)

I can’t be arsed going out to a pub as well. Overpriced and too difficult to get home. Sometimes I just go to bed and enjoy getting up fresh on New Years Day. Last year me and my pal went to a pub earlier and then took sone cans to the Ckydeside then cycled up the road around 1am. Was fab as the weather was ok and lots of fireworks around. by gazglasgow (Tue 27th Dec 2022 11:14pm)

I had a look on the Trainpal app. Plenty of advances available during the course of February. There are lots of £32.80 tickets from Glasgow Central to London Euston shown. Remember if you book and there is a strike you can get a refund or travel one day before and up to two days after on a train of your choice. by gazglasgow (Wed 28th Dec 2022 3:18pm)

Ok I didn’t know the exact date that you were going. Tickets can be purchased on either side of that weekend so it’s not a case of the timetable not being released as such. The issue is that there are planned engineering works on that weekend and others. The train availability is not yet known. You will almost certainly get an advance nearer the time but there is no guarantee. It might be worthwhile rescheduling or travel on the Friday if that’s possible. The very last Avanti service is shown at £32.80. Departs 1840 and arrive 2340. It’s likely east coast trains could be rammed that weekend if it turns out the West Coast Mainline gets shut. by gazglasgow (Wed 28th Dec 2022 3:30pm)

Yeh construction is due to start just after the new year. The issue is that when projects like this start it seems to take an age to get it done. The South City Way seems to have taken years. It's not even a big job but the progress is alarmingly slow. by gazglasgow (Thu 29th Dec 2022 2:13pm)

Yeh perhaps that’s it. by gazglasgow (Fri 30th Dec 2022 2:31am)

Yes it's a joke. I only ever pass over the bridge on a bike. Why they made it two separate roads is beyond me. It's incredibly confusing and to those nor familiar with it the roads look like two single direction lanes. I have seen so many cars drive on the wrong side of the road. If you are travelling south on a bike and keep to the bike lane which is on the right of the bridge then you can't go left at Govan Road. I have to go on the left where the cars go and get honked at! by gazglasgow (Mon 9th Jan 2023 3:50pm)

Cheers thanks for that. 😀 by gazglasgow (Sat 14th Jan 2023 8:52am)

Thanks for that. by gazglasgow (Sat 14th Jan 2023 4:55pm)

It’s the obvious reaction from business owners that less cars means less customers. It’s generally the view of an entitled car driver that runs a business. The good news is that in other examples of vehicle restrictions within city centres the pedestrian footfall increases. It’s pedestrians that walk into bars and restaurants. Cars just drive past. by gazglasgow (Wed 18th Jan 2023 10:59am)

I thought the bike hub was pretty secure. Defo use a decent lock but that place has CCTV fitted. It’s disappointing to learn that thieves are willing to take that risk and get away with it. by gazglasgow (Wed 25th Jan 2023 9:20am)

An aerial shot of the entire site. It's a great piece of infrastructure linking the communities together. A great shortcut for cyclists too! https://preview.redd.it/5m3xdi9i0ufa1.jpeg?width=1300&format=pjpg&auto=webp&v=enabled&s=cf85cd235cfe536b859d97599d6bb317f9865427 by gazglasgow (Thu 2nd Feb 2023 3:05pm)

Unfortunately our roads were built like racetracks. The public are now becoming more and more aware of this. Urgent action is required to massively reduce the number of cars in our city and for the cars that must travel the speed limit should be set at 20mph with severe penalties for non compliance. In Glasgow six pedestrians have been killed on our roads in the last 13 days. As a cyclist I witness daily madness from car drivers who’s frustration has gone through the roof due to the inability to get anywhere because of the obscene levels of cars on the roads. The case of the Nigerian student who was killed on St Vincent Street is an example of this madness. I was able to witness the aftermath of this tragedy. The car involved was pulverised after the impact. I believe the car collided with street furniture or other vehicles in an effort to avoid the pedestrian. This happened in a 30mph zone. Glad to see the driver has been arrested and hope that the recent changes in the law will allow for a consideration of a life sentence. by gazglasgow (Thu 9th Feb 2023 11:48am)

The standard of driving in Glasgow is horrendous. So many drivers using our roads like racetracks. Annoyingly many roads are indeed built to be used like racetracks. There really isn’t any excuse for cars to be killing people and especially in a city centre where there are likely to be pedestrians. The road is full of maniacs. I understand it all comes from frustration as there are just too many cars on the road. In some places it’s a mission just to cross the road. by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Feb 2023 11:13am)

Exactly! by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Feb 2023 11:29am)

That’s not an excuse. There is no excuse possible for a car to be colliding with a pedestrian and killing them in a city. Slow the fuck down at all times! by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Feb 2023 11:28am)

There are no unlit streets in and around Glasgow. There is no excuse possible for colliding with and killing a pedestrian. The law was changed last year to allow the consideration of a whole life term for those convicted after such incidents. I hope to see the day soon when this punishment is handed down. I witnessed the aftermath of the death of the student at Charing Cross recently. The car involved was pulverised. What fucking speed was the driver doing and in a 30 zone? Glad to see the driver was arrested at the scene. by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Feb 2023 11:27am)

The irony is that I find that younger drivers tend to be safer on the roads in Glasgow. After years of driving and enduring the frustration of getting nowhere fast people change later in life and behave like entitled maniacs on the road. by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Feb 2023 11:34am)

I see your point but I was referring to the main parts of the city. All streets are illuminated and not one of the accidents happened in unlit areas from what I have noticed. As a cyclist and pedestrian in the city I am routinely gobsmacked at the risks drivers take with excessive shirt bursts of speed. In reality it should be possible for pedestrians to make a mistake and not face death as a result of that mistake. by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Feb 2023 11:48am)

Pedestrians cannot be wreck less those in charge of the big metal killing machines need to be watching out for them at all times. What a horrible comment. We should be able to make a mistake and not get routinely murdered by a mobile phone using twat in a 2 ton metal killing machine. by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Feb 2023 11:50am)

I didn’t say wreck less. I said make a mistake. The consequences for making a mistake should not be death. It is ludicrous that a pedestrian can be wandering around a city centre without a care in the world and make a simple mistake that leads to being splattered by a high speed two ton metal box on wheels. by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Feb 2023 12:55pm)

Yes very good points. People will always make mistakes unfortunately. Glad you were able to stop. Glasgow nutters is something we could talk about in a whole new thread! 😀 I cycle a lot in town and I have had many close calls. Out on a bike you are more aware of your surroundings. You don’t have the same distractions like in a car such as the radio or a passenger talking to you. You are more likely to see danger ahead and see it coming because you are moving much more slowly. In any case a cyclist has a much lower burden of responsibility on the road simply based on vehicle size and weight which directly relates to the amount of damage that can be inflicted on humans as stated in the new Highway Code. On any occasions when I have found myself on a collision course with a pedestrian I am usually able to stop and any impact if it occurs is just minimal with both parties simply getting on their way afterwards. by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Feb 2023 1:02pm)

Yes that sounds like a good idea. As others have mentioned it is ludicrous that once you pass your driving test there is no requirement to refresh your training. Even something simple like an online test every now and again would be a start. Cars are treated simply like an extension of one's legs nowadays. They are powerful dangerous machines when not operated properly by trained personnel. by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Feb 2023 1:46pm)

Yes that is all true. A certain degree of personal responsibility is required to minimise risk. Pedestrians do take risks and probably don't see a cyclist as much of a threat. The thing is a cyclist is not a threat most of the time. A car is all of the time. I once ended up in the Forth and Clyde canal in order to avoid a head on with a woman. I sacrificed myself to the water and filth! Everything and everyone survived except my phone. Crossing the road is mission at times nowadays. The volume of cars makes it nearly impossible at times. Pedestrians have the right of way at all times regardless of the status of a traffic light. I wish drivers would understand this. We should learn from other countries like Spain where there are white painted crossing points everywhere. In this country we have illuminated pedestrian crossings that cost a fortune when they should absolutely be not necessary. by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Feb 2023 1:55pm)

Granted that was the original intention but road layouts have changed and new roads have been built to accommodate the motor car and at high speed. Take the wide roads all round the city, now all one way giving drivers a wide road to race on. No need to worry about oncoming traffic. The total lack of suitable crossing points is a joke. The crossing points are at the junctions where it is busier. Only there because it was easier to put them there. There are a number of junctions with wide curved pavements that encourages drivers to race round them. The curvature increases the walking distance for pedestrians when they are crossing and leads to arseholes driving at pedestrians with the horn blaring. One such example is Beith Street at Benalder Street. Right outside large student accommodation blocks and no crossing points. Lessons of course have been learned and modern road junctions are not like that or at least shouldn't be. All of the said curved junctions should be altered to make them right angled forcing drivers to slow down and make crossing the road safer and easier. The irony is that it is now unsafe for a horse and cart to travel on the same roads for which they were designed for in the first place. by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Feb 2023 2:08pm)

I think you’ve been watching one too many fast n furious movies! - Never watched one in my life. Wide roads all around the city? M8? Clydeside expressway? Where are folk racing in Glasgow? - Yes the roads are very wide in the city centre at times and are very difficult to cross. Union Street is four lanes wide right in the middle of a busy shopping area. Renfield Street varies from between 2 and 4 lanes down its length. The junction at Queen Street and St. Vincent Place was always a famous corner racing junction but it has been narrowed and more right angled by the installation of the wooden decking on both sides. In general if you spend time in the city you will see maniacs accelerating right up to 30-40 plus over short distances and especially on the long straight roads like St. Vincent Street. The M8 and Expressway are not part of my observations as pedestrians and cyclists don't use them. Like you said, there’s crossing points at junctions, placed at junctions to avoid unnecessary stops of cars to just side and pump out co2! You’re not far from a junction in Glasgow, you want crossings every 50 Yards or something? - Yes every 50 yards / metres would be a good starting point. Cars that don't have automatic switch off during stops should be permitted in the city as part of the new LEZ restrictions coming into force in June this year. If pumping out CO2 is an issue for you then I am pleased to hear that, keep your car away from the centre then please. Grid iron street pattern Glasgow has too many sweeping curved junctions! Behave. - Granted there aren't that many of them in the actual city centre but I was talking city wide and gave one example. You should go and look to see what I mean. Go for a walk to Beith Street and don't observe from your car. How is a horse and cart not safe on roads today! Do you often see brides bodies at the side of the road in a multi horse pile up? - I think riding a horse and cart is a risk not worth taking in Glasgow. Imagine trying to navigate a horse through Charing Cross. I would say highly risky. by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Feb 2023 3:01pm)

Sorry for any misunderstanding but what I meant was that a pedestrian cannot be classed as reckless simply for making a mistake. Driving too fast and not leaving enough time to stop when there are many pedestrians around in a city centre is reckless. It's an offence commonly referred to as reckless driving although legally described as dangerous driving. The penalty for doing so and killing someone is potentially a life sentence. It is not an offence for a pedestrian to mistakenly walk in the path of a motor vehicle. In reality it is quite easy to do so as vehicles speed and appear out of nowhere at times whilst someone is crossing a road at only 3mph compared to 30mph or more from cars. The driver who killed the student on Newton Street has learned this the hard way by being arrested at the scene. by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Feb 2023 4:30pm)

Walking in front of a two ton metal killing machine would not result in death if the killing machine was driven properly. If you are a driver and think this ok then you too have blood on your hands from the recent deaths in our city and the families ruined. by gazglasgow (Wed 15th Feb 2023 12:54am)

You are missing the point of the greater burden of responsibility that car drivers are expected to be aware of. A reckless mistake, as you call it, should not lead to a city centre death of a pedestrian. How dare you justify excessive speed driving and victim blaming. A student died last week and the reckless driver is now facing jail. Flesh and bones are no match for two ton metal machines on wheels. by gazglasgow (Wed 15th Feb 2023 12:52am)

It’s common sense really. When in the city centre drive no more than the speed limit which is normally 20mph. Rarely do you see any cars driving at less than or equal to 20mph when that is the stated limit. If you approach a zone where there are lots of pedestrians then slow down even more. Do not use a mobile phone and scan the pavements at all times. As stated in the Highway Code do not proceed on the road unless clear and safe to do so. by gazglasgow (Wed 15th Feb 2023 8:50am)

My point is that a pedestrian can never be classed as reckless as the Highway Code has been updated to explain the hierarchy on the road. It’s like laws in other countries that protect cyclists from motorists. Hit a cyclist and it is automatically your fault. It’s excess speed on our roads that causes death and serious injury and that is why a pedestrian stepping on the road without making proper checks is at risk of death. Car drivers have the better field of view and must be more careful. by gazglasgow (Thu 16th Feb 2023 1:25am)

Of course it doesn’t but it confirms the increased personal responsibility that car drivers have on our roads. A fact that has been forgotten by many. The fact is that pedestrians in Glasgow are in danger and recent events as well as my observations confirm that. by gazglasgow (Thu 16th Feb 2023 9:21am)

Well please continue to make evasive manoeuvres and keep your speed. Man on foot was there long before the motor and you are officially told in the Highway Code that you have a greater burden of responsibility. When you are driving and a pedestrian crosses the road without looking then please calmly slow down, let them pass and don’t use your horn as an intimidation tool from within your metal box. Another pedestrian death reported today in North Ayrshire. This madness must end. No excuse for killing pedestrians. by gazglasgow (Thu 16th Feb 2023 2:26pm)

Fair enough. Good luck on the road and hope you don’t end up going round in circles! 😂 by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Feb 2023 1:24am)

Yeh all buses are compliant. The old buses have been scrapped and any that can be upgraded to Euro 6 have been done. All of the new Enviro buses that you see kicking around are all compliant and there are lots of electric models too. by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Feb 2023 2:10pm)

The West Coast mainline is subject to maintenance for the next few months. Train times are a bit up in the air just now. Soon there will be a Voyager train shuttle service on the Glasgow South Western Line that goes via Kilmarnock to Carlisle. by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Feb 2023 2:19pm)

That's a ridiculous thing to say. Such accusations get men into real trouble. Get a life. The issue is that they are shiting in a bush, it is absolutely not exposing themselves to minors. by gazglasgow (Thu 23rd Feb 2023 4:12pm)

It's always been the case that restaurants must allow delivery drivers or indeed any contractor working at their location to use the toilet. Refusal to do so is an offence under the Work Place Regulations Act 1992. Unfortunately some fast food joints have staff that seem to think it's ok to refuse the use of the toilet to delivery drivers. Not only is it illegal, its subhuman conduct to refuse a person the use of a toilet. by gazglasgow (Thu 23rd Feb 2023 4:15pm)

Nonsense. Sometimes a person has to go. Ludicrous that you suggest that a person could be classed as a sex offender for doing a shit in a bush. by gazglasgow (Thu 23rd Feb 2023 9:11pm)

So is screwing someone’s house but fuck all ever happens. by gazglasgow (Fri 24th Feb 2023 9:40am)

Anything that will reduce the number of cars coming into the city centre is a good thing. The volumes of cars both moving and parked is beyond all comprehension. Pedestrians can't even cross roads at times now. The incredible levels of frustration from car drivers too is all too clear to see. Pulling away rapidly after being delayed by congestion and the constant pumping of horns is there for all to observe. by gazglasgow (Mon 27th Feb 2023 1:25pm)

The volume of cars 🚗 is so high that you can’t even cross a road at times. If you do then often you will get a nutcase who accelerates towards you with a horn blaring and that’s on the pedestrianised 20mph zones like Sauchiehall Street. by gazglasgow (Tue 28th Feb 2023 1:50pm)

Yes absolutely go there all the time. Try crossing Sauchiehall Street at times. Even with 20mph zones many cars race up that road and come flying out of the side streets. Of course it is possible to cross roads, I am pointing out the increased difficulty of it. The volume of cars in the city is way too high. by gazglasgow (Thu 2nd Mar 2023 9:33am)

Not really. My main point is that there are too many cars in the city. It’s there for all to see. You can also see and hear the frustration. Just listen out for the constant horn pumping. That was never there before. There are limited crossing points on the streets in Glasgow. Sauchiehall Street as an example has hardly any. The implementation of the Boulevard style 20mph zone is to make the area more pedestrian friendly. It hasn’t really worked that well. Elsewhere in the city there are terrible hotspots for crossing difficulty like St Vincent Street and Place as well as North Street and Newton Street where a student was pulverised by a speeding driver a few weeks ago. by gazglasgow (Thu 2nd Mar 2023 12:07pm)

The waste is one issue but the most disappointing fact is that if you class vaping as smoking, which it effectively is, then there are more young people smoking that ever before. The initial concept of the vape was to help people stop smoking. It has exploded into a totally new industry that targets the younger smoker. The packaging and flavours even makes them look like sweets. Many vapers have never even smoked a fag. Granted there is no harmful smoke and tar being produced but I think there is still a potential future public health issue nevertheless. by gazglasgow (Wed 15th Mar 2023 3:51pm)

You should check on the Vodafone site and see if full fibre is available. You will know if they offer speeds of around 500Mbps. Much of the city has this available now. I know that in Knighstwood BT have caught up and full fibre is available now for some addresses. Some of the cabinets in Knightswood were full as well as my parents had to put up with a 4Mbps connection for some time. City Fibre may well wipe the floor with BT as the broadband offerings in this city have been pathetic for years. They have not reacted quickly enough to City Fibre coming on the scene and will lose tens of thousands of customers no doubt. Soon the cabinets will be empty! by gazglasgow (Wed 15th Mar 2023 4:18pm)

The post should should appear in as many places as possible in the hope that it may deter folk from buying large metal killing machines that are too big for our city centre. by gazglasgow (Sun 26th Mar 2023 11:42am)

Buses are large vehicles too but they provide an essential public transport function. There are far fewer of them than SUV’s and they don’t park up at the side of the road for hours on end blocking the road and pavements for pedestrians and cyclists 🚴‍♀️. by gazglasgow (Mon 27th Mar 2023 1:34pm)

The driver should be pulled in for retraining if he / she thinks it is acceptable to drive a bus at pedestrians whilst blasting a horn. Under no circumstances should a motorised vehicle be driven aggressively towards pedestrians for any reason whatsoever. by gazglasgow (Mon 27th Mar 2023 1:48pm)

If you know there are likely to be pedestrians crossing the road then you should not be getting into a position of having to slam on your brakes in the first place. Terrible driving in my opinion. The area around High Street Station should be traffic calmed to 20mph max. It’s like all routes leading to and from the M8, drivers getting geared up for high speeds and not cooling off after leaving the motorway. It’s student land around that area like Beith Street in Partick. It’s a disgrace that high speed nutters in cars regularly put lives in danger there. by gazglasgow (Mon 27th Mar 2023 1:55pm)

I am not asking you to take my advice. Just stating the obvious. It's terrible driving if you know from experience that you may need to slam on your brakes yet still continue to drive without caution in the affected area. The only way to be safer is to drop your speed significantly. Only you can decide for yourself if you want to minimise the risks to pedestrians. by gazglasgow (Mon 27th Mar 2023 2:45pm)

Fair enough but please cool it on the speed around High Street. It's right in student land and a very difficult road to cross. Fortunately the North section is currently closed there is a break from the nutters coming down the hill and ploughing straight through. by gazglasgow (Mon 27th Mar 2023 3:07pm)

There is a bike hub in Glasgow Queen Street station. It is open till 10pm each night. by gazglasgow (Mon 3rd Apr 2023 3:46pm)

That's news to me. I thought it was an offence to park on the pavement. by gazglasgow (Mon 3rd Apr 2023 4:44pm)

You can break your journey as many times as you wish. Also buy the ticket from a ticket vending machine at your start point so that you get a cardboard ticket. This will go through any barriers as many times as you wish. It’s also a good idea to purchase a Partick to Wemyss Bay ticket. Same price and will prevent the ticket being retained at Glasgow Central. To get such a ticket from a TVM you will need to purchase on an app like TrainPal or Trainline and use the collection code at the machine. Tickets purchased at the desk or on train are likely to be big roll tickets with a unique QR code. by gazglasgow (Thu 6th Apr 2023 10:18am)

Oh well. You will know for next time 😀 by gazglasgow (Thu 6th Apr 2023 10:55am)

If the deposit return scheme goes ahead, which I very much doubt, then soft drinks will be tagged as well. Easy way to make money. Simply knock a six pack of IrnBru. Pour out the liquid and you have £1.20 in cash or vouchers! Manage to get a 24 can tray and you have £4.80. Rewarded for shoplifting. Brilliant! by gazglasgow (Thu 6th Apr 2023 11:00am)

In Glasgow city centre you would get your knickers knocked if they weren't wrapped round your legs. Absolutely the Jaikies will be knocking soft drinks left right and centre to get cash. They won't go for the litre bottles, it will be the multipack cans and bottles. The small 150ml cans will be sought after. by gazglasgow (Thu 6th Apr 2023 1:56pm)

I think that soft drinks will also be heavily fortified too. by gazglasgow (Thu 6th Apr 2023 3:09pm)

I don’t agree. They will steal anything. by gazglasgow (Sat 8th Apr 2023 4:29pm)

Yours as well! by gazglasgow (Sun 9th Apr 2023 10:23pm)

Look forward to this. PRW is a nightmare for cyclists. All the sunken drains are a real threat. It's one of the most dangerous roads in Glasgow to cycle on at present. by gazglasgow (Tue 18th Apr 2023 3:36pm)

It's a car centric zone round Braehead. Was built with cars in mind only. Pedestrian access is very poor. Cycling access was added later but is really pretty shit. Anyone on foot or on a bike is at risk due to the incredible volume of cars that can build up along with super wide access roads that you can't easily cross. During busy times it can take that long to get your car out of the car parks that frustration builds up and cars are driven at high speeds at the earliest opportunity. The lack of a decent train link was a poor call in my opinion. The suggestion of a train to Yoker then over on the ferry is a good one. A bit expensive at £3.00 each way per person on the ferry though. Cycling is another option as the route from the city centre is completely flat with a decent cycle path on Kings Inch Drive. Just be careful when the path ends. If you are not experienced in cycling then I would suggest getting into the nearest car park and then take it from there or stick to the pavements. by gazglasgow (Thu 27th Apr 2023 2:35pm)

Yes it's an absolute disgrace. The nature of the road layout is to encourage low speed pass through only. No stopping and very little parking. The volume of cars that park on the double yellows makes it difficult to cross the road and dangerous as well as the improvements made are to encourage more pedestrians on foot to visit the area. There are lots of bars and restaurants and with that brings drunk people. A wide open slow moving good visibility boulevard keeps them safe from the two ton metal killing machines. At least that was the intention. It's just a horn blowing fucking disaster in my opinion. by gazglasgow (Thu 27th Apr 2023 2:42pm)

Any business that goes cash only is asking for trouble. Cash is becoming a part of our history. Nothing more inconvenient for the average punter. by gazglasgow (Thu 27th Apr 2023 2:46pm)

Doesn't he realise that cyclists play snooker and pool too. Perhaps he could think out of the box and welcome cyclists in to his establishment. If there is space either inside or round the back he could let us all lock our bikes up for safety whilst visiting. The irony is that improving pedestrian and cycle access generally increases footfall. What's good about being on a bike is that you can stop anywhere that you like really. No need to find a large are of road to park. Just simply stop and chain your bike to a fence or locking point. Cars can't do that. by gazglasgow (Thu 27th Apr 2023 2:52pm)

Always quote section 28.2 of the National Rail Terms and Conditions. If you have a valid ticket and last train is cancelled or you cannot complete your journey due to other circumstances then they must make other arrangements for you. Do not leave the station as they will lock you out. Stand your ground and request a taxi. 28.2 Where disruption prevents you from completing the journey for which your Ticket is valid and is being used, any Train Company will, where it reasonably can, provide you with alternative means of travel to your destination, or if necessary, provide overnight accommodation for you. by gazglasgow (Thu 27th Apr 2023 4:43pm)

Fair enough but you could have got a free taxi :) by gazglasgow (Thu 27th Apr 2023 5:12pm)

Not one pint but my paid paid £12.80 for a pint of Neck Oil and a pint of Red Stripe. Obscene pricing. Not planning on going back. by gazglasgow (Thu 11th May 2023 9:39pm)

It’s delicious. You should try it. Very hard to get on draught. by gazglasgow (Fri 12th May 2023 11:12am)

Springburn isn't that far from the city centre but unfortunately anywhere North in Glasgow usually means hills. It's not the most pleasant of cycles up that way but the new bridge and paths at Sighthill are open now and that makes the journey far easier. The driver should definitely not be asking for more money. I would report him. Gives a very poor customer experience. by gazglasgow (Mon 15th May 2023 3:21pm)

I am surprised that anyone would get fined unless they draw attention to themselves but I suppose you get the occasional jobs worth cop. Regardless I am still usually cautious. I often decant lager into my water bottle to avoid detection. Coffee cups are good too. Mixing spirits in with soft drinks cannot be detected as the colour rarely changes. I also dispose of empty cans as I go along so that there is not an obvious pile of empties. It’s not illegal to have unopened cans in your bag. On occasion I also keep a couple of decoy empty bud zero empty cans as evidence of drinking zero alcohol stuff. It’s important to immediately bin any empty alcoholic cans the instant you finish them. Being vigilant at all times is of course important too. by gazglasgow (Wed 14th Jun 2023 11:45am)

If you are in a position where you need the cash credited immediately then it’s best to get a friend to transfer the funds and give them the cash. In any case using an atm will credit your balance on Monday. Sundays are not bank processing days so a deposit on a Sunday is the same as a Monday. by gazglasgow (Sun 18th Jun 2023 10:28am)

Many of the people in Glasgow just don't care and regularly drop rubbish on the ground or just leave it behind them at parks. The council does have some part to play as there are very few litter pickers. One of my pet hates is George Square. There are hardly any rubbish bins compared to the volume of rubbish that is generated. On nice days so many folk sit there and eat or drink and there are no nearby bins. I have noticed this progression to hardly any bins over the years as I sit there a lot during my meal breaks. Of the bins that are there they are situated right at the extremities of the square not close to where anybody actually sits. Whilst I don't mind walking halfway across the square to dump my rubbish I wonder how many others just say fuck it and leave it there. There used to bins close to the long lines of benches which of course makes perfect sense but not now. To be honest depending on where you sit it might take you a minute or so to actually spot a bin in the distance. by gazglasgow (Tue 4th Jul 2023 2:07pm)

Yes exactly, glad someone else has noticed. by gazglasgow (Tue 4th Jul 2023 5:04pm)

Yes that doesn’t make sense. The bins should be placed close to the source of the rubbish. by gazglasgow (Tue 4th Jul 2023 7:18pm)

Go for it. I cycle along there all the time, can't say I have noticed a problematic jaggy bush. by gazglasgow (Wed 5th Jul 2023 2:52pm)

Some of the Southside stations are pretty close to each other so you could also go to Shawlands which is not that far to walk from. Corkerhill station which is on the Paisley Canal line is another option which will allow you to enter the park from the west side. The 57 and the 57A go out that direction and it's a regular service. You can this bus on Renfield Street though it is a much longer journey than the train. by gazglasgow (Wed 5th Jul 2023 3:13pm)

If what you are saying is true defo phone the police. The venue has a duty of care to all patrons and especially a lone girl who has her possessions still inside. It wouldn't even matter if she was pissed. No venues like the police being called to attend as after enough call outs the licensing board may take notice. I would also follow up with a complaint to the licensing sergeant who should be in Baird Street police office. by gazglasgow (Wed 5th Jul 2023 3:19pm)

This would defo work as long as there was a mini bar up the back of the bus. by gazglasgow (Thu 13th Jul 2023 3:09pm)

Most of the bikes that the delivery guys use are called fat bikes and they more or less all seem to be illegal. Better cycling infrastructure is the obvious answer but until we get there many of the pathways and precincts are designated pedestrian and cycle zones at the moment. If you look carefully at the Sauchiehall Street Precinct right down to Buchanan Street you will see the signs stating this. There definitely should be more emphasis on safety though as some cyclists go way too fast. The fat bikes can weight upwards of 30kg plus the rider weight so an impact at speed can cause serious injuries. An obvious solution is to introduce a speed limit of 10mph for example in shared use areas. More could also be done in Glasgow to confiscate the illegal bikes or order the owners to remove the throttles. Caught again and it's seized. In London the Met Police regularly have clamp downs on illegal bikes. Here they seem to do bugger all. by gazglasgow (Mon 24th Jul 2023 3:58pm)

The UCI world cycling championships. The vast majority of the city centre will be inaccessible by cars on certain dates from 3-13th August. Roads will start to close from the 31st July to allow the cyclists to safely familairise themselves with the route. by gazglasgow (Wed 26th Jul 2023 3:13pm)

Yes that would be great. For the next couple of weeks the city will become a car and bus desert from what I can see. Glasgow has a huge issue with high car volumes in the city centre and far too close to pedestrians. It's time for change. Even a street like Sauchiehall Street which was redesigned to be slow moving and pedestrian friendly is a disaster. Cars illegally parked from top to bottom, pedestrians cannot see the oncoming cars because of this and maniac drivers who ignore the 20mph speed limit.The people have had enough. The issue has arisen due to main arteries like the M8, the Clydeside Expressway and the Broomielaw running through the city. by gazglasgow (Thu 27th Jul 2023 2:44pm)

It's defo going to be good for Glasgow. There are barriers up everywhere in the city centre now. I think a lot of folk are going to be shocked at how difficult it will be to travel in and around the city centre from tomorrow night. Access for cars is basically non-existant. A car free city for 10 days will be bliss to many! The other good point to make is that I have never seen so may tarmac trucks out fixing the roads! by gazglasgow (Tue 1st Aug 2023 2:43pm)

The East End is well served with train stations so best to jump on at a local station and come in via the low level then up the lifts to the upper platforms. If your mum is travelling on the West Coast Mainline to England then the train may stop at Motherwell so you could drive her there. by gazglasgow (Wed 2nd Aug 2023 1:43pm)

Shocking what was done to our city. I don't remember the work being carried out but the planners got it well wrong. The M8 has proved to act like a barrier between areas of the city and has led to deprivation and isolation for some residents. The only consolation is that other city developers have looked at Glasgow and learned from the mistakes made. Near to Glasgow the town of Cumbernauld has a similar road carved right through the middle of the town centre buildings. It was constructed like this and has left one side of the town centre desolate and run down whilst the other side thrives. The good news is that the whole centre area is being demolished and rebuilt. Guess what the road through the centre of it is going and to be routed elsewhere. I wish that could be done in Glasgow. by gazglasgow (Wed 2nd Aug 2023 2:37pm)

Glasgow is so car centric. It was bliss earlier this evening to see Sauchiehall Street devoid of cars. The atmosphere was great but the cars 🚗 must get in and park on the double yellows. Motorists removed the road blocked 🚫 signs and got in. Before a blink of the eye dozens of cars were parked all over the double yellows jeopardising the road race that starts at 10am. Fortunately there were a number of complaints and the car removal trucks were requested. Can nobody really live without a car for a few days? by gazglasgow (Sat 5th Aug 2023 2:18am)

Get that fucked in the bin! by gazglasgow (Sun 6th Aug 2023 11:15am)

I see your point and of course those who need to use a car should but with reference the Sauchiehall Street issue the people there are not chronically ill or disabled. It’s folk who park outside Casio s, bars, restaurants and mainly in huge SUV vehicles that totally destroy the concept of a pedestrianised boulevard which was the intention. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Aug 2023 12:58pm)

Public transport is adequate. I made particular reference to the issue of parking on double yellow lines in a pedestrianised zone. People should be shamed for that. Park elsewhere and walk for the rest of the journey. If folk thought that they could reverse the car into a restaurant then they actually would do it. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Aug 2023 1:02pm)

I cycle on the canal quite often. When approaching pedestrians and dog walkers I sould the bell if they have their back to me so that they know I am coming through. If in front of me I check for eye contact. If I get that then I proceed. It's common sense not to go too fast on the canal as pedestrians and dogs can be unpredictable. Unfortunately so many people wear headphones or are immersed in their phone and don't hear you. Any good cyclist wil notice this and slow down. by gazglasgow (Mon 7th Aug 2023 3:30pm)

That's just what we need here. As I mentioned in my other reply it's that sort of priority given to pedestrians encourages more walking and cycling. by gazglasgow (Tue 8th Aug 2023 2:24pm)

That of course is a fair point but maybe the increased wait times will encourage drivers to walk instead. Remember though that most cars now will idle to zero when stopped. I am pretty sure this is the law for all new cars anyway. by gazglasgow (Tue 8th Aug 2023 2:22pm)

The whole road system is designed for the benefit of cars. It's good that in Glasgow more and more folk are waking up to the fact that how car centric the city has become and most especially in the city centre. Pedestrians need far more priority when crossing the roads. Those on foot are not contributing to the 26% of global greenhouse gas emissions caused by transport and should be suitably rewarded. In general traffic lights should default to a permanent green man and a red for traffic and only change when approaching cars are detected. Alternativlely the green man sequence should commence the instant the call button is pressed by a pedestrian. Charing Cross area and North Street at Anderston are perfect examples of how long it can take for lights to change in favour of those on foot. The green man should be on pretty much all the time and the cars can just wait. Isolated crossing points on main routes of which there are many should have wait times eliminated and implemented now. Take for example South Street where there are a number of Pelican Crossings. The green man sequence should initiate immediately and at all times when the call button is pressed. Perhaps have a rule for no repitition within 1-2 minutes. It's that extra priority given that makes walking or cycling about the city more rewarding and will encourage more to do so. by gazglasgow (Tue 8th Aug 2023 2:20pm)

It's time the council woke up and smelled the coffee and get junctions like that altered to make pedestrian life easier. GWR is treated like a motorway by some drivers so you need to be careful there. Get that speed limit reduced to 20 and get the green man light bulb overheating! by gazglasgow (Tue 8th Aug 2023 2:28pm)

Yeh and it's not a button anyway, it's a wee twiddly thing that goes round when the green man illuminates. by gazglasgow (Tue 8th Aug 2023 2:25pm)

It was announced that business services are to be permitted in the evening until the early hours of the morning on certain key dates during the UCI Cycling event. **Access and Egress Plan – Dates and Times of Operation** Access and egress locations and associated routes across the city will be operational overnight between **20:00hrs to 06:00hrs on Friday 4, Saturday 5, Sunday 6, Monday 7 and Saturday 12 August**. by gazglasgow (Tue 8th Aug 2023 2:37pm)

Probably better to stay safe and get the train. There is a station at Maryhill but other options are Summerston or Gilsochill depending on where you live. The service is not always that regular, usually every 30 minutes in the daytime but you can always go the wrong way to Anniesland then change to a faster and more frequent electric train if need be. There is hardly any traffic in the city at the moment so you could also be brave and hire a bike from outside the Tesco Extra and drop it off at any of the city centre bike stations. Maryhill has great access to the city by bike now. It's pretty much downhill and the best route is either down Garcube Road cycle way or along the canal (flat route) to Spiers Wharf. The final phase of resurfacing is complete so much of this path is smooth low friction tarmac now. Both routes will take you to Cambridge Street traffic free and onto the precinct at Sauchiehall street where cycling is permitted. by gazglasgow (Tue 8th Aug 2023 2:51pm)

I have been using it and it's great. The whole road to yourself and cycling the wrong way on some roads. I would normally never do that, honest! by gazglasgow (Tue 8th Aug 2023 3:28pm)

Thay have become more and more extreme lately and pretty much trying to frighten people into accepting Jesus or whatever. Unfortunately we have freedom of speech but you can still call the cops on them for being a noise nuisance and at least get them told to turn the volume down. I sucessfully did that a few summers ago. More recently the preaching turned very threatening and homophobic. Basically stating that god will protect you from being attacked and murdered on your way home in the early hours of the morning if you accept him. The same was said for gay people. I called the cops again. When the cops arrived a group of folk all approached the police and told them that they were unhappy at what was being said. It could have been construed as a threat and could have been a section 38 breach of the peace. There is also this African guy who used to appear, very eloquent but still spouting out shite. When I was cycling along the cycle path at Yoker a couple of weeks ago I seen him walking on the path shouting like a man possesed down the phone to someone. It was obviously someone who was a non-beliver and the preacher was trying to force him to change his/her ways. I started my GoPro being a nosey bastard to capture what he was saying. I heard comments like: Where can you run? Where can you hide? I am in the air. I control the air. I am the lord of the air. I will strike you down. In the name of Jesus I command you. I arrest you. I command you. I cut your wings. If I see him again at George Square I might play the video for all to see haha. by gazglasgow (Tue 8th Aug 2023 3:50pm)

I agree just ignore them but when they invade a town or city centre and you are already sitting there chatting to your friends or chilling having your lunch it becomes difficult to ignore. Why the fuck should I have my lunch interrupted by the God Squad. by gazglasgow (Tue 8th Aug 2023 3:59pm)

You can't actually say whatever you like in public. You can voice your opinions but what you cannot do is put people into a state of fear and alarm as I have witnessed. I have watched the guy in question on this post and he is the one that I called the cops on before as he became homophobic and that is illegal. If you shout out in public that you can be murdered whilst walking home on your own in the early hours of the morning because of your sexuality then that can be taken as a direct threat and that cunt said that in George Square one Sunday afternoon. by gazglasgow (Tue 8th Aug 2023 3:55pm)

I have friend and his father who was a church minister died of cancer. I think it was a pivotal moment for him and put a huge question mark over his faith that had been preached to him all his life by his father. Why would god give such a terrible disease to one of his emloyees? by gazglasgow (Tue 8th Aug 2023 4:09pm)

Shocking, as I said in my other posts they are becoming more extreme and trying to frighten people into accepting jesus. That doesn't work nowadays, we are not in the dark ages. One of the reasons that religion became so popular is that violence and intimidation was used to force the views and beliefs of the church. by gazglasgow (Tue 8th Aug 2023 4:03pm)

I am sorry to hear that news about your father. Truly horrible for you. Yes there is no straight answer to this question. Some Christians say that god did it to test your faith. What a horrible thing to say. by gazglasgow (Wed 9th Aug 2023 1:07am)

Yes this guy and many others are not doing Christianity any favours at all. Religion is dying in the west and he is making sure it dies more quickly. It smells of desperation if you need to frighten folk to make them accept Jesus. by gazglasgow (Wed 9th Aug 2023 1:17am)

It depends on exactly where in Charing Cross you intend to park but I think it would be generally unwise to take a car there. You will need to travel without a car to be safe or use a bike or stay overnight elsewhere. by gazglasgow (Wed 9th Aug 2023 11:29am)

I don’t believe the place should be closed but there has to be more scrutiny of the operations at that venue. I cycle there all the time and the staff seem to think it’s acceptable to close the road and erect makeshift barriers. They spend a lot of time turning away members of the public from Eastvale Place which is the public highway. Who knows how the business owners from the arches feel. The alternative is to walk further along the expressway cycle path and into a sea of piss and broken glass. No fuck is given from the staff in regards this issue. I have seen drug dealing / pill swapping round there out of sight of the bouncers. Also if you are lucky you won’t get pulverised by a taxi flying down Kelvinhaugh Street to drop off folk. by gazglasgow (Tue 15th Aug 2023 1:23pm)

There isn't anywhere near enough enforcement. On ocassion you may find a parking warden in the city centre but never in te outskirts where the problem is just as bad. Sauchiehall Street is a shitshow. The volume of cars parked on the double yellow and at bus stops is staggering. Nothing is ever done about it. It's time to get a private company in and fine the fuck out of them. The council run parking enforcement is far too inefficient. by gazglasgow (Tue 15th Aug 2023 2:12pm)

There was an almost identicalone in 2014 at the Commonwealth Games by gazglasgow (Tue 15th Aug 2023 5:03pm)

I am a cyclist too and that is not on. If the green man is on then they should be crossing the line, never mind the wrong way. by gazglasgow (Tue 15th Aug 2023 5:01pm)

From memory they did! 😀 by gazglasgow (Tue 15th Aug 2023 10:47pm)

The parenting needs to be looked at from both sides. Both boys totally failed in life by the parents to be behaving like that. The victim even though only 14 yo was also due in court for knife crime offences. by gazglasgow (Wed 16th Aug 2023 4:59pm)

A comment like that from the parent only proves my earlier point. by gazglasgow (Wed 16th Aug 2023 5:28pm)

Exactly. Of course it’s a vicious circle but there are always other solutions. by gazglasgow (Wed 16th Aug 2023 5:50pm)

I see your point but that is not the norm. Most folk who fight and stab on the streets are from inadequate family backgrounds. by gazglasgow (Thu 17th Aug 2023 2:28am)

I had a nasty accident on Paisley Road West. Went through a puddle which had a crater inside it. Head first over the bars and head smacked the tarmac. Walked away from it shaken up and a slightly broken finger. My helmet saved me from being scooped up into an ambulance. It was cracked right through but did it’s job. Always wear one guys! by gazglasgow (Sun 20th Aug 2023 11:05am)

I have come across this before but in general they guys are usually quite friendly. Just young guys on a ride out. It may be possible though that they could fight with rival gangs but not so sure that is as much of a big thing as it used to be? by gazglasgow (Tue 22nd Aug 2023 1:20pm)

It’s no different from any other underpass just much longer. Just watch your speed as it gets bumpy down the bottom. Depending on your bike you can reach 30mph on the downhill. At times you need to press an intercom call button to get in and out. At other times the gates are left open. If you are not fit on the bike then you will struggle with the uphill but it’s good to keep at it as you will see improvements as your fitness levels go up. by gazglasgow (Wed 23rd Aug 2023 11:05am)

It’s best not to leave a bike locked outside for any length of time unless you can keep your eye on it. Diamond locks are difficult to cut through and will need an angle grinder. Fortunately there doesn’t seem to be many angle grinder thieves in Glasgow. Some may use bolt cutters which will go through a cable lock in seconds. Thieves always go for the easy targets first. Really cheap locks can be snapped by hand. I think we can all help here. If you see someone dodgy at a bike stand then call the cops or challenge them. I wouldn’t let someone with an angle grinder cut a lock in public without saying something. by gazglasgow (Wed 23rd Aug 2023 11:17am)

It's defo not the best of areas. The whole estate is a complete maze. Every time I go there I get lost. If you keep yourself to yourself I can't see any problems. Good for amenities though. A huge Tesco, plenty of takeaways, main bus route and a train station not too far away. You can also walk to the city centre through Kelvingrove Park from the back of the estate which is quite nice. by gazglasgow (Thu 24th Aug 2023 4:59pm)

If you want t avoid the rush of Victoria Road or indeed any rush then why not go to a cafe without your car? All the places being suggested are extremely central and easily reached with public transport, bike or walk. by gazglasgow (Tue 29th Aug 2023 2:53pm)

It's called the City Union Line or Tron Line. It connects Shields Junction just outside of Central Station to the High Street East Junction near Bellgrove. It is generally only used for ECS moves, ( Empty Coaching Stock), freight and railtours. It could be used for passenger trains but isn't under normal circumstances. Theoretially and after electrification it could be used to run trains to Edinburgh via Bathgate departing from Glasgow Central, a service between Glasgow Central and Queen Street with reversing needed or used for direct rail links to existing locations from Glasgow Cross without the need for Central or Queen Street but only if a new station was built. This latter suggestion has been proposed but who knows if it will ever happen. Some great shots of the line are in this article. The line has been compared to the High Lines seen in and round New York City. &#x200B; [https://www.reglasgow.com/in-pictures-glasgows-city-union-railway-transport-solution-or-a-linear-park-from-dennistoun-to-the-gorbals/](https://www.reglasgow.com/in-pictures-glasgows-city-union-railway-transport-solution-or-a-linear-park-from-dennistoun-to-the-gorbals/) by gazglasgow (Fri 1st Sep 2023 4:07pm)

I am pretty sure that's a Haggis. by gazglasgow (Fri 1st Sep 2023 4:18pm)

You will be charged for each subsequent journey that bus makes for the rest of the day until it is returned to the depot in the evening. If you take a note of the reg plate and happen to notice the same bus then you can always jump back on again and tap then jump back off again to stop the fare hitting the peak. by gazglasgow (Fri 1st Sep 2023 4:16pm)

They are totally harmless and a lot of fuss over nothing. They are animals and need to be fed. It’s shocking that grown men are too afraid to empty the bins. Just an excuse to do less work. 🐀 by gazglasgow (Thu 7th Sep 2023 2:50pm)

That junction needs completely remodelled and speed restrictions in place. It's a baw hair away from the motorway and drivers gear up for motorway speeds with pedestrians everywhere. It's so unsafe that all of the pedestrian crossings cater for bikes as well. It wasn't like that initially. FUCK YOU M8 for passing through the middle of our city and all of the destruction caused as well as the ongoing danger for pedestrians and cyclists. by gazglasgow (Tue 12th Sep 2023 2:58pm)

The fact that should is even mentioned in the Highway Code in relation to this matter means that you have not driven as per the official DOT regulations. That will do you no favours in court in relation to a damages claim or criminal proceedings if you hit a pedestrian. by gazglasgow (Thu 14th Sep 2023 2:44pm)

Interesting as I know that area quite well. I see that Sandbank Street was called Church Street and Maryhill Road seems to be there only in part and it's called Wyndford Street. by gazglasgow (Thu 14th Sep 2023 2:59pm)

You can excess any ticket although most staff are not helpful in this respect and will say you can’t when you can. You need to stand your ground. Excessing a train ticket is poorly understood by both staff and the travelling public. If you purchase a ticket from A to B and then travel to C then you can ask to have the ticket excessed and you pay (A to C) - (A to B). Often the fare is very low like 40p or so and can be zero at times. The same applies to excessing off peak to peak and singles to returns. ScotRail staff are often very unhelpful. by gazglasgow (Fri 15th Sep 2023 1:42pm)

Is that a Silent Night? by gazglasgow (Fri 15th Sep 2023 10:53pm)

It is probably a neutral zone in the overhead wires. There are different power injection points on the rail network and they have to be isolated from each other. When a train goes over this dead section the systems move to battery power. There is no traction however so the train has to roll over it. When battery power is in operation a contactor or high power relay will switch the internal train systems like lighting to battery. The contactor is an electro mechanical power switch and it can make quite a thud. On the Class 380 train the contactor is incredibly loud and that is probably what you hear. The 380 runs out your way to Newton and Neilston I believe. by gazglasgow (Wed 20th Sep 2023 4:52pm)

Yeh incredibly rare to get stuck in a neutral section but yes possibly activating the emergency brake could cause that issue. In modern trains the driver has the opportunity to override the request to stop if it’s unsafe to to do so. by gazglasgow (Thu 21st Sep 2023 12:09am)

There are a few Facebook groups. I would recommend Scottish Railways Past and Present. You could also check out Strathclyde Adventures on Youtube. [https://www.facebook.com/groups/ScottishRailways](https://www.facebook.com/groups/ScottishRailways) by gazglasgow (Thu 21st Sep 2023 4:25pm)

Personally I would just let them sleep then they will go. If it's a continuing issue for you then get the lock on the close fixed. Otherwise it wouldn't bother me if there is no hassle being caused. It's getting cold out there now. by gazglasgow (Thu 21st Sep 2023 4:32pm)

That has got to be the worst junction ever, two sets of two way traffic to cross. completely unnecessary. by gazglasgow (Thu 21st Sep 2023 4:42pm)

The 20mph speed limit cannot come quick enough. It’s clear to me that there are more people willing to walk and cycle. Crossing most roads in the city is an utter nightmare. Folk Speeding around everywhere and completely unwilling to accommodate pedestrians and cyclists. The number of deaths on our roads has increased over time. This has to stop. by gazglasgow (Fri 22nd Sep 2023 1:52pm)

Spoons defo win the gold medal for this one. The Esquire House in Anniesland is a a bit of a treck. Down two flights of stairs and through 5 doors for the gents! The ladies get off a bit more lighly with 4 doors but I suppose it's 5 if you include the cubicle. Mind you that means 6 doors if you are a guy and need a shite or too shy to pee at the urinal :) Whatever you do don't leave it until you are about to burst! by gazglasgow (Fri 22nd Sep 2023 3:50pm)

There are plenty of traffic lights. The large presence of them shows the need to control the ridiculous levels of cars on the roads. Have a look closely as you will see them everywhere. What we need more of is pedestrian crossings. In other European cities every 30m or so there is a crossing point. Pedestrians need far more priority in order to encourage more walking and cycling. by gazglasgow (Sun 24th Sep 2023 12:08pm)

Oh nice. I will have a look. Wonder if they will be doing a lunchtime deal. by gazglasgow (Mon 25th Sep 2023 9:20pm)

The works are not finished yet but when they are there will be new double yellow lines and a kerb to mount in order to park on the cycle path. Granted some may still ignore this but I doubt it will be a common occurence. by gazglasgow (Tue 26th Sep 2023 2:47pm)

I have plenty of them here if you still need one. by gazglasgow (Tue 26th Sep 2023 2:58pm)

Admittedly I have seen that too. But given the work isn’t finished it’s not officially a cycle path yet. I think when it’s completed that is unlikely to happen. However if it does I will be pulling them up. I cycle up and down Byres Road often. by gazglasgow (Tue 26th Sep 2023 5:52pm)

I think it’s a perfect opportunity to construct a new retail and residential complex without any car parking spaces whatsoever. Any spare land should be made green for social use. The area round there is completely flat so easy to walk and cycle to and even from Govan. by gazglasgow (Fri 29th Sep 2023 11:30am)

Yeh I know that but improvements could be made. An alternative is to use Minerva Street and the SEC walkway. All of the roads on the approaches to the motorway need serious traffic calming measures put in place. It’s shameful that Glasgow has that bloody motorway carved through it. It’s even more shameful that car drivers treat the areas around the approaches like their own personal racetrack. by gazglasgow (Fri 29th Sep 2023 12:49pm)

When junctions become simply too dangerous for cyclists the crossing points get changed to have bike lights on them too. Charing Cross is another example of this. by gazglasgow (Mon 2nd Oct 2023 10:22am)

I cycle through the park very often and never had any issues. There aren't criminals waiting for you as you have stated. The only risks are from people who don't hear you and dogs off the lead. It's just a matter of having good lighting and a bell. The pathway along the Kelvin is quite narrow at one point just after the Big Blue Pub. I know all the paths around the West End like the back of my hand. What is roughly your start and end point for your journey? by gazglasgow (Mon 2nd Oct 2023 1:39pm)

Virtually all of the precincts in Glasgow are shared use. The signage isn't great but Sauchiehall Street has a number of signs at the top end. The issue is that the precincts should have a bike lane through the middle. Unfortunately to make the precincts more bike and pedestrian friendly some of the street furniture may need to be removed or relocated to the edges. by gazglasgow (Mon 2nd Oct 2023 1:52pm)

I have had that a number of times too. It's pleasurable to point out that they are in the wrong and that the path is shared use. However you will never get an apology. by gazglasgow (Mon 2nd Oct 2023 2:00pm)

This reminds me of my pal who used to live in Helensburgh. He didn't care much for life there so regularly travelled to Glasgow on the train. He was lucky and looked very young for his age and constantly purchased child tickets. He would also avoid the fare as much as possible by moving to the train set which had no clicky. There was this Ticket Nazi who knew his tricks and when she was on duty she would make a point of catching up with him to get the fare paid. One day after such an encounter she said to him " I've been selling you a child ticket on this train for over 5 years, you absolutely have to be over 16 by now?" By this time I think he was about 20! :) by gazglasgow (Mon 2nd Oct 2023 2:38pm)

TBH 85 quid to replace the battery with a genuine part is not that bad. Apple came under pressure to reduce the cost of battery replacement some years ago. I am sure you will get it done cheaper elsewhere but still I think 85 sheets is not a bad price. There is always risk when a phone is dismantled that it can get get damaged. That happened to me in the Apple store and they replaced the handset. by gazglasgow (Mon 2nd Oct 2023 2:49pm)

haha I kinda thought that as I was writing it. I should have checked as I was in the Inn Deep not that long ago lol. by gazglasgow (Mon 2nd Oct 2023 2:50pm)

It's not cruel at all. Those with older cars are forcing people to breath in pollution. Fact 1, there are too many cars in the city centre as it stands so any measure to reduce the numbers is music to the ears of those who walk and cycle. Fact 2, 15.3% of global greenhouse gas emissions are from transport. The second biggest single contributor to pollution so any measures to reduce this figure are more than welcome. by gazglasgow (Mon 2nd Oct 2023 3:05pm)

This leads to a stairwell that lets pedestrians leave the tunnel a bit earlier. The north side one is just off Dumbarton Road near Haylynn Street. The stairs were locked years ago as they were the source of much anti social behaviour and muggings with an alternative escape route. by gazglasgow (Mon 2nd Oct 2023 3:21pm)

It's the Class 156 diesel multiple unit. They are old but have been refurbished reasonably recently. It's really the only train that will work on the non electric lines in that area. The line speed is also limited because of all the twists and turns. by gazglasgow (Wed 4th Oct 2023 2:22pm)

Not sure how you got prices like that. £45.10 for an off peak day return. £67.80 for a return within one month. by gazglasgow (Wed 4th Oct 2023 2:20pm)

I have been to Mallaig a few times and it was always around 40 quid in the past. Maybe you selected a different start point? https://preview.redd.it/98nj6612h7sb1.png?width=1170&format=png&auto=webp&s=e50ecda43943a028294889f2d0df32a6cfba25b6 by gazglasgow (Wed 4th Oct 2023 4:40pm)

Haha yeh that explains it. Hope you are tempted to go now lol. by gazglasgow (Wed 4th Oct 2023 11:42pm)

You can rent a bike for deliveries. zoomo offer this and Bike For by gazglasgow (Mon 9th Oct 2023 2:36pm)

Yeh as mentioned there is an opposing direction cycle lane along Howard Street and continuing to Stockwell Place. There are a number of roads that have this arrangement such as Gordon Street, part of Argyle Street, part of West Nile Street and Hutcheson Street. I am sure there are more but basically all streets in the city centre are wide enough to have this arrangement in place and it should be extensively expanded to encourgage more cycling. by gazglasgow (Mon 9th Oct 2023 2:55pm)

I appreciate that some delivery cyclists are very irresponsible but regardless it is your responsibility as a car driver to be cautious on the road at all times. The Highway Code was recently updated to explain in detail the hierarchy on the road outlining each drivers burden of responsibility depending on the vehicle type in use. The rules on navigating around cyclists when you are driving a car have also been clarified. The purpose of the new rules are to protect more vulnerable road users from large two ton metal boxes even in cases when the said vulnerable road user may be considered irresponsible or distracted. I know this may sound unreasonable but the days of the car being King on the road are over. by gazglasgow (Mon 9th Oct 2023 3:09pm)

Gary is a Panasonic MC-E46 by gazglasgow (Mon 9th Oct 2023 4:23pm)

Ok fair enough, I thin there is a bit of confusion as to exactly what street you were on when this happened. Hopefully no more near misses for you :) by gazglasgow (Tue 10th Oct 2023 2:49pm)

It is a great example of this but unfortunately on the ocassions when I have visited this town there are boy racers running around the pathways there like maniacs. If only the police would take seriously any footage we can get of this crap and prosecute. by gazglasgow (Tue 10th Oct 2023 3:00pm)

Yes fair enough. As you say there will always be boy racers but ultimately I think technology will call them out by preventing them from speeding or repotting them. by gazglasgow (Wed 11th Oct 2023 10:27pm)

Exactly, it's really not that bad at the moment. by gazglasgow (Thu 12th Oct 2023 2:49pm)

I have this available. Will do 3 quid per box. [https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/376534682993480/](https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/376534682993480/) by gazglasgow (Fri 13th Oct 2023 2:19am)

You are totally correct. If the staff see any kind of increase in the use of services then they will want even more pay. The unions are behind the shocking service as per usual. They are in a difficult position as they can’t openly complain about the extra workload as they will be made a laughing stock. It’s easier just to support increased levels of sickness and control the flow of drivers on a Sunday which is still an optional day to work. If you use the trains regularly you will notice that there is hardly a ticket inspector to be seen anywhere. They are all off on the sick or sitting in the back cab watching Netflix. Granted very recently there has been extreme weather which will account for some of your reported delays. It was however astounding how quickly the flooded stations were back up and running. That’s down to the private sector contractors of course. Most of your comments get down voted of course as there are many railway employees reading this thread during their sickness breaks or from the back cab. by gazglasgow (Fri 13th Oct 2023 8:35am)

The phone has probably been remotely wiped. That’s why the activation lock has appeared. It should still be searchable using the Find My app. The owner may come looking for it. It don’t believe Apple can or will trace the real owner. Your only hope is to leave it charged and let the owner find it. If the handset is only marked as lost then I think the owner can still send messages to the screen with contact details. by gazglasgow (Fri 13th Oct 2023 9:01am)

Electrical fault at Partick. Basically no trains running at the moment. by gazglasgow (Fri 13th Oct 2023 10:05am)

I don’t think it will take long to fix. by gazglasgow (Fri 13th Oct 2023 12:39pm)

Update. The lines are open again. Trains may still be delayed until a bit later today. by gazglasgow (Fri 13th Oct 2023 12:42pm)

They targeted the technology that the Israeli Military used to monitor the border area. The attack was well planned and well organised and caught the Israeli's with their pants down. I think it was always the intention to kill as many civilians as possible and they succeeded. by gazglasgow (Fri 13th Oct 2023 2:59pm)

It’s surprising how many bars let dogs in. I have noticed them in the Gallery Bar, Babbitys and the Arc. I am sure there are many more, just can’t remember. by gazglasgow (Fri 13th Oct 2023 9:46pm)

It's a remote sentry unit. They monitor 24/7 and feed back audio and video to the receiving centre when movement is detected. They do sometimes speak or sound a horn or allow an operator to send a voice message as required. Ultimately if there is something dodgy going on then someone in the receiving centre will send a human security guard to investigate further or call the cops. by gazglasgow (Mon 16th Oct 2023 2:59pm)

Full fibre broadband is available in most of Anniesland. City Fibre installed all of the kit last year. I connected with Vodafone and got a 500Mb connection which I am very happy with. It's best to check on the Voafone website directly and check what speed of connection is available for your exact address. If a 500Mb or 1Gb service is available then that is full fibre to the premises. by gazglasgow (Mon 16th Oct 2023 3:05pm)

There are no speed cameras in the Clyde Tunnel. I don't think they would ever get installed due to the low roof and narrow side walls. A bus would destroy them no doubt. There are however minimum speed signs which you don't come across that often. I believe it is 8mph. by gazglasgow (Mon 16th Oct 2023 3:11pm)

Interesting suggestion. I have been following the construction of this bridge and it would appear that as of yet it has no official name. As someone who cycles to Govan quite a lot I cannot wait for the bridge to open. From the area around the Transport Museum a distance saving of approximately 2 miles can be achieved over the next nearest river crossing which is the Millenium Bridge. It will also be a very attractive alternative to the Clyde Tunnel which is not an easy route to take. by gazglasgow (Tue 17th Oct 2023 4:21pm)

My distance calculation. A whopping two miles saved over the walking / cycling route. https://preview.redd.it/24tdhq0g6sub1.jpeg?width=1145&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2e310d2a4409736ac8cf3f2b99f082d8a6ba26a2 by gazglasgow (Tue 17th Oct 2023 4:25pm)

Yeh defo. This new crossing opens up so many possibilities. It should have been built years ago. by gazglasgow (Tue 17th Oct 2023 4:32pm)

Indeed! It’s so car centric round there. More pedestrian access needed. There is actually a walking path on the edge of the south carriageway but it was chopped off to make way for the new road layout there. Shocking! by gazglasgow (Tue 17th Oct 2023 8:33pm)

It’s not actually taking that long. Only started earlier this year. Should be finished around March / April. by gazglasgow (Tue 17th Oct 2023 10:48pm)

Well I suppose it depends where in the Southside you are coming from. I think primarily the bridge is intended to make access to Govan and the hospital easier. Yeh Helen Street is not that good a road to cycle on. The roundabouts are a nightmare and there isn’t really any shortcut! by gazglasgow (Wed 18th Oct 2023 12:17am)

Yeh the price will go up no doubt but all providers do that 🙁 by gazglasgow (Wed 18th Oct 2023 12:24am)

I don’t think it is. The River Clyde unlike many other city centre rivers has an inadequate number of crossings. by gazglasgow (Wed 18th Oct 2023 12:21am)

Yes absolutely. It’s a monstrosity and it would be great to see it go! by gazglasgow (Wed 18th Oct 2023 12:19am)

Agreed the Expressway is an obstacle as well but the walking and cycling paths around it have improved over the years. There is one footbridge over the Expressway at the bottom of Kelvinhaugh Street and that could seriously do with being upgraded so that cycling over it is possible. There are still not enough bridges across the Clyde. The nearest other crossing point is at Millennium Bridge and that route adds 2 miles to the journey. I have attached my distance calculation again as well as on the other ongoing post about this bridge. https://preview.redd.it/qk7zpbkjtyub1.jpeg?width=1145&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=1a31f1c977e3f90793cd34c3e55174f6ef662ba3 by gazglasgow (Wed 18th Oct 2023 2:51pm)

Don't forget the Esquire House at Anniesland. You can't beat a Spoons burger and chips. by gazglasgow (Wed 18th Oct 2023 2:56pm)

Not a great fan of fried chicken as it is too greasy but other than KFC there are a couple of more independent outlets that seem pretty good: The Chicken Place on the Gallowgate at Glasgow Cross. Whole Fried Chicken 147 Dumbarton Road at Partick Cross. by gazglasgow (Wed 18th Oct 2023 4:17pm)

The price that you were quoted is pretty good. There are also a number of Private student accommodations in Glasgow and some are close to Strathclyde. I would recommend looking at the individual company websites and get quotes. Some of them are very nice and here are a few examples of them for you to look up: The Bridle Works Cathedral Street - Novel Student George Street Appartments - Hello Student Blackfriars, Blackfriars Road - Unite Students Central House, Jamaica Street - Xenia Students Merchant City House, 59 Miller Street - Unite Students St. Andrews Court, St Andrews Street - Xenia Students Riverside House, 260 Clyde Street - Homes For Students by gazglasgow (Wed 18th Oct 2023 4:28pm)

That's the kind of establishment that Greene King would go for. by gazglasgow (Thu 19th Oct 2023 12:21pm)

Two bridges is wholly inadequate. Go to Newcastle for example and there are loads of them. by gazglasgow (Thu 19th Oct 2023 2:49pm)

Yeh I often take the longer bridge route as it’s totally flat. It really depends where you start your journey from. If I was in Partick like around Crow Road then I would probably go Clyde Tunnel as well. There are two bridges almost next to each other around Pacific Quay. The first is the Millennium Bridge then Bells Bridge is the next one. by gazglasgow (Fri 20th Oct 2023 4:13pm)

The distances are a bit more than that tbh especially as Govan Road is not completely straight. The bridge will complete the link up that you mention by allowing those on bikes and on foot to travel to the west end and back the way as well. It appears that there is a great amount if interest in this new crossing and it's more than likely it will be fairly heavily used. Granted it is expensive but the bridges at this point need to open as shipping traffic is still present at this location. Personally I would have been happy with a pedestrian tunnel but not sure if that would have been any cheaper. by gazglasgow (Mon 23rd Oct 2023 1:50pm)

The Chinese supermarkets have them I believe. They certainly do Chinese vapes. Try I-Mart on Argyle Street at Yorkhill Tang Mall Dumbarton Road, Partick Cross Koi Grocery Argyle Street beside the Park Bar 100 Supermarket, Stockwell Street across from Argos by gazglasgow (Mon 23rd Oct 2023 2:45pm)

That’s not true. In order to do food delivery you need to pass a DBS check and have valid right to work documentation in order to be onboarded. Additionally you need to provide proof of address and a bank account in your own name. by gazglasgow (Wed 25th Oct 2023 10:50am)

The same Face ID checks exist with UBER Eats and Deliveroo. by gazglasgow (Wed 25th Oct 2023 11:08am)

Have you noticed how many cars drive through red lights in the city. Cars kill and kill often. Bikes do not. by gazglasgow (Wed 25th Oct 2023 11:24am)

There have been a few comments regarding cycling on the pavements and precincts. It’s worthwhile pointing out that all of the precincts and some pavements are designated Core Paths. Cycling as well as walking and horse 🐎 riding are all permitted. The vehicles must not be motorised and this is where there is a grey area as some of the bikes have throttles. It’s common sense to be careful around other pedestrians however. Please however consider that the biggest danger to any pedestrian is a car. This city has terrible issues with speeding and red light jumping drivers and right in busy areas too. Pedestrian and cyclist road deaths are at the highest levels in decades right now when cars are considered safer and the driving test is harder to pass. The biggest steps that can be taken to avoid injuries and deaths is to limit the speed of cars to 20mph in urban areas and instil on drivers their huge burden of responsibility to more vulnerable road users as shown in black and white in the Highway Code. by gazglasgow (Wed 25th Oct 2023 11:42am)

I see your point but the issue is that the distance between the Millenium bridge and the Clyde Tunnel is the best part of 2 miles or more. In line with other cities that have a river carved through the midlle the distances are far too much. Distances like that do not encourage active travel and that is the reason why this bridge has been built. The Clyde Tunnel is a 1950's car centric design and is not particularly welcoming for pedestrians and cyclists given the pretty inaccessible entrances and the sheer length and gradient of it. A footbridge at that point could probably be traversed on foot in about a tenth of the time taken to walk through the tunnel. The tunnel actually has pedestrian entrances that are more accessible and nearer to the river bank that cut down the walking distance but they were closed many years ago unfortunately. I also think that the walking distance from the bridge to Partick is not really that far. There is a good path from the train station area right to the museum which is about a ten minute walk or a couple of minutes on a bike. Additionaly the bridge can be accessed a bit further east at Ferry Road which is only a 5 minute walk from Partick Cross. Granted the Expressway makes access to the bridge a little more tricky with the only other crossing point being the footbridge at Kelvinhaugh Street but in general the access is good enough. Also from Govan it will be far quicker to walk over the bridge and reach the city centre as the alternative walk along Govan Road is much longer. As I said before wait and see as I think you might be pleasantly surprised how popular it becomes. The deliver cyclists will be loving it, I can assure you. by gazglasgow (Wed 25th Oct 2023 12:50pm)

The irony as business owners regularly complain like fuck because of householders who can't be fucked going to the back court and dump their rubbish in the commercial waste bins on the pavement instead. by gazglasgow (Wed 25th Oct 2023 2:01pm)

Reading the comments it’s clear that most drivers are afraid of hitting the cyclist and injuring the child. When driving safely and at an appropriate speed that should never happen. The OP should consider that the Highway Code was updated recently to emphasise the hierarchy on the road and the burden of responsibility towards more vulnerable road users. If you see this guy again apply the brake and slow right down. Hopefully the introduction of the 20mph speed limit will be brought forward in Scotland. by gazglasgow (Wed 25th Oct 2023 11:48pm)

I don’t fully understand the scenario that you are describing but sorry to hear that you had a bad experience. Needless to say you need to be more careful around cyclists and acknowledge your burden of responsibility on the road. All of the scenarios described in this post would have been non issues by driving at 20mph maximum. Cyclists have a lot more to be aware of when on the road. The main emphasis is unfortunately to continually look behind you as this is the biggest risk factor. Cars continually come too close. Potholes and weather conditions can cause unpredictable actions from cyclists. Wind and rain in the eyes can cloud vision as well. In the comfort of a car most drivers do not appreciate this. You as a motor cyclist must also appreciate the risks on the road from larger vehicles but even still you have that extra layer of security which is a strong heavy vehicle with far more protection than a bicyclist. The chap probably didn’t see you so just cool it on the speed and let’s all stay safe out there. by gazglasgow (Thu 26th Oct 2023 11:02am)

In essence that really should be the case and enshrined in law. Unlike other European countries the UK has no strict liability in place to protect more vulnerable road users like pedestrians and cyclists. Hopefully however this will change. I know this is isn’t good reading for car drivers but a basic description of the said liability is as follows: “Presumed liability in civil law is the proper approach for a mature, socially conscious nation as it addresses the unacceptable human cost of the current system. Under presumed liability, injured vulnerable road users are properly and promptly cared for and not forced to fight for compensation.” Reducing speed limits and more use of the vehicles brakes will go a long way to protect you from presumed liability when it becomes law. by gazglasgow (Thu 26th Oct 2023 11:10am)

Great points and I fully agree. It’s common sense really. To be aware or even suspicious that a vulnerable road user may behave erratically and yet still proceed is culpable in my opinion. Imagine explaining that in court afterwards. Yes I had seen this cyclist before and he continually pulls out in front of me but I just carried on anyway. Your insurance company would be shiting themselves. The 20mph speed limit was introduced in Wales recently and has not been well received at all. If you read the studies that have been completed it has been proven that this lower speed makes little difference to progress in urban areas. What it does do is create a more harmonious atmosphere between vulnerable road users and car divers on the roads. The next generation of drivers will be used to the new limit and be trained in that way so before long in Wales everything will be hunky-dory. by gazglasgow (Thu 26th Oct 2023 11:22am)

Cyclists are not as negligent as you may think. The conditions on the road play a much more significant part on the thought processes and concentration. In a car you are completely protected by a secure metal cage. You feel invincible and many react badly to more vulnerable road users who do not have that extra level of protection. Potholes, slippery surfaces, poor lighting, wind, rain and continually looking behind you all gobble up resources. Cyclists should be forgiven more for errors and should be treated as being unpredictable at all times. Unfortunately when a cyclist does smash into a car as you say it’s the cyclist that suffers. Metal and plastic can be repaired. Flesh and bones less easily so. by gazglasgow (Thu 26th Oct 2023 11:37am)

I don’t think I specifically said that cyclists can never be at fault. I am suggesting that with lower speed limits and more awareness that such scenarios can be avoided. It is enshrined in law elsewhere in Europe that the car driver could be blamed in such instances. I have crossed giveaways on my bike then got into sticky situations due to excessive speed from cars that were not previously in sight. This coupled with the lower speed of a cyclist can lead to nasty collisions. by gazglasgow (Thu 26th Oct 2023 11:54am)

Yes I agree maybe the chap is being a little careless but as you say it’s up to the car or motor cyclist to anticipate this especially if there is past history. Altering the speed limit later at night is food for thought but I would be pushing for it to be permanently in place for urban areas. by gazglasgow (Thu 26th Oct 2023 12:01pm)

LEVEN VALLEY, 7 ALLERDYCE COURT, GLASGOW, G15 6SA. 0141 944 3366 That's a carvery pub in the retail park at Drumchapel in the retail part on Great Western Road. They seem to do the carvery every day so might be worthwhile calling them. I don't think they do delivery but I am sure they would allow a takeaway if you take a plate or container with you. From the website: All freshly carved for you every day. Chose your roast and then help yourself to as many vegetables, potatoes, sauces and gravy as you like.TRADITIONAL CARVERYYour choice of roasts from the carvery then help yourself to steamed and roasted vegetables and potatoes, sauces and gravy8.49GO LARGE TRADE UPAdd extra meat, a pork sausage and an extra Yorkshire pudding to your meal2.00MEAT FREE CARVERY (V)Enjoy a Meat Free Carvery for £2.00 less6.49PLANT BASED CHICKEN BREAST (VE)A plant based chicken breast made with plant protein8.49CAMEMBERT & ROOT VEGETABLE BAKE (V)Root vegetables, apricots and cranberries with a melt in the middle French Camembert centre. Topped with an oat & sunflower seed crumble. Then help yourself to veg from the cravery8.49SMALL CARVERYA smaller plate for the smaller appetiteENJOY FIVE PIGS IN BLANKETS2.50THE FULL WORKSJust what it says. A large carvery plus five pigs in blankets12.49 by gazglasgow (Thu 26th Oct 2023 3:22pm)

Well yeh I suppose it’s not great. I don’t think there is anywhere you will get a roast dinner in Anniesland or Knightswood. by gazglasgow (Thu 26th Oct 2023 5:39pm)

As are car drivers and they kill. A cyclist making a mistake causes no significant risk to anyone. Again I refer to the burden of responsibility. Please be extra safe around cyclists and pedestrians. They can be unpredictable. They don’t always see you travelling at ten times the average walking pace and around three times the average city cycling speed. by gazglasgow (Fri 27th Oct 2023 7:34pm)

Yeh I have seen that in various places in Partick but a subcrawl is normally like a dozen people or more who want one quick drink then away again. This definitely wasn't that. by gazglasgow (Mon 30th Oct 2023 4:00pm)

That's the way that I feel and I wasn't even refused. by gazglasgow (Mon 30th Oct 2023 4:13pm)

There weren't any bouncers. It was the bar staff that refused to serve them when they approached the bar. It wasn't that busy. by gazglasgow (Mon 30th Oct 2023 4:18pm)

Maybe there was more to it but it didn't look like that to me. by gazglasgow (Mon 30th Oct 2023 4:23pm)

Furious! :) by gazglasgow (Mon 30th Oct 2023 4:20pm)

Well what i meant was that it wasn't that busy that it was necessary to limit the number of folk going in. I mean I would understand if that was the case. The customers in question simply came in and went to the bar then immediately got knocked back. by gazglasgow (Mon 30th Oct 2023 4:25pm)

haha ok :) by gazglasgow (Mon 30th Oct 2023 4:30pm)

Yeh so it would seem. Doubt I will go back. Been there quite a few times and they even employ students behind the bar. Seems ridiculous that they may have a no student policy when it's student soup round there. by gazglasgow (Mon 30th Oct 2023 4:38pm)

haha well it was deserving as she seemed to be pretty rude to the first group about it. by gazglasgow (Mon 30th Oct 2023 4:46pm)

Not a real ale 🍺 guy but not a great selection of lager anyway. I don’t like St Mungos or Tennents and the Moretti was off. Settle for the only choice left - Stella. by gazglasgow (Mon 30th Oct 2023 5:06pm)

I agree. Fucking shocking. Booking a place in a pub. I guarantee you bookings won’t be needed in January! by gazglasgow (Mon 30th Oct 2023 8:29pm)

I was only making an observation. Most other folk have enjoyed it. by gazglasgow (Mon 30th Oct 2023 8:28pm)

Bizarre. The weirdest things happen in pubs! by gazglasgow (Mon 30th Oct 2023 8:27pm)

Well she was hardworking reducing revenue! by gazglasgow (Mon 30th Oct 2023 8:26pm)

Well it would have been my next choice lol by gazglasgow (Mon 30th Oct 2023 8:25pm)

Well maybe that was it. by gazglasgow (Mon 30th Oct 2023 8:30pm)

Haha glad you liked it! by gazglasgow (Tue 31st Oct 2023 6:04am)

Yeh a load of horse 🐎 pish. by gazglasgow (Tue 31st Oct 2023 6:03am)

Yeh the Chinese are very friendly by gazglasgow (Tue 31st Oct 2023 6:02am)

Yeh I was a bit mad. It’s not nice seeing other folk getting knocked back and upset for no apparent reason. by gazglasgow (Tue 31st Oct 2023 6:01am)

Thanks for letting us know. I have been in a few times in the past with a pensioner friend of mine. Sadly he passed on but when I accompanied him I never noticed anything before. My eyes were opened the other night. by gazglasgow (Tue 31st Oct 2023 6:08am)

Keep quiet in the Storm Queen???? 😀😀 by gazglasgow (Tue 31st Oct 2023 6:14am)

Exactly! by gazglasgow (Tue 31st Oct 2023 6:12am)

Never noticed her before by gazglasgow (Tue 31st Oct 2023 6:09am)

That makes perfect sense by gazglasgow (Tue 31st Oct 2023 6:15am)

Exactly, going out of your way to refuse customers is never going to end well. They will be more welcoming in January I bet! by gazglasgow (Tue 31st Oct 2023 2:18pm)

Well that's up to them, I don't think that's being very sociable and that's pubs are meant to be all about. by gazglasgow (Tue 31st Oct 2023 2:15pm)

Good idea, not been in there in a while. by gazglasgow (Tue 31st Oct 2023 2:22pm)

Yeh thanks for clarifying this. I have responed on that point already. You are exactly correct, I was explaining that it was two groups of four who both made it to the bar where I was standing and were simply refused based on numbers. Subcrawls I have seen before and they tend to be like a dozen loud folk, obviously not everywhere can accommodate that especially at weekends. by gazglasgow (Tue 31st Oct 2023 2:21pm)

Yeh perhaps. I am certainly no regular but I got served no bother. by gazglasgow (Tue 31st Oct 2023 2:29pm)

I was with a mate as I mentioned. I just happened to be standing very close to the bar near the door and observed this. On both ocassions the punters were a bit upset and had to leave. I personally felt sorry for them as they were inconvenienced for no apparent good reason. it's just not nice to treat people like that. I appreciate that you wouldn't care but I did. I also posted about it because I haven't quite witnessed anything like that before. Seen plenty of folk getting refused any more drink but that's for the obvious reasons like being steaming or obnoxious and simply being knocked back at the door by the bouncers. by gazglasgow (Tue 31st Oct 2023 2:28pm)

If someone is going to get so annoyed because a bunch of rowdy kids dare to come in to the same bar as them that they will refuse to go back is a bit sad. If someone is that sensitive / grumpy then they will be sure to find something else to moan about and then take their custom elsewhere. Any punter who has any respect for the staff and the business would put up with it. The extra money in the till is badly needed nowadays. by gazglasgow (Tue 31st Oct 2023 2:43pm)

What I don't understand is if the council really do feel the need to remove the cone then why do they spend ten grand per year removing the cone with a Cherry Picker. Given the number of times it has been removed why hasn't someone come up with the idea of using a long reach grabber rather like a litter picker. I mean I guess it may need to be custom made but it could be easily used over and over without the expense of hiring a vehicle to do it. by gazglasgow (Wed 1st Nov 2023 2:16pm)

Yeh good point! by gazglasgow (Wed 1st Nov 2023 4:23pm)

I have Vodafone full fibre on a 500Mb connection. Got it quite cheap at the time, around £29.00 I think. The connection speed is first class. Synchronous 500 up and 500 down. The issue with such fast connections though is that throttling is more likely to occur with the sites that you connect to as they were never designed for customers with 500Mb or 1Gb connections. I would thoroughly remommend them but getting through to customer service is a nightmare. Theoretically there should never be any need to speak to anyone though. by gazglasgow (Wed 1st Nov 2023 4:35pm)

Just saying I think something could be made or adapted. Workmen use come by pickers which allow them to lift and lay cones easily. by gazglasgow (Thu 2nd Nov 2023 3:13am)

I have a few devices connected. Laptop, 2 x smart tvs, phones. There is defo no bandwidth issue. by gazglasgow (Thu 2nd Nov 2023 3:11am)

I think it’s about a year now. I think the full fibre networks are more reliable as they are much newer. by gazglasgow (Thu 2nd Nov 2023 11:20am)

I Dinnae Ken. by gazglasgow (Thu 2nd Nov 2023 1:17pm)

I know that some are quite heavy as they have a sand filled base but there are hand tools around to lift them up. Workmen use them to save their backs when laying them. by gazglasgow (Fri 3rd Nov 2023 11:28am)

TBH it's not that far to walk to SWG3 from St. Enoch. The venue is a good bit away from all the bus stops. Behind St. Enoch is a walking and cycling path which basically takes you right to the door. Just cross the footbridge at the Clydeside Distillery and you are there. by gazglasgow (Mon 6th Nov 2023 4:14pm)

Blackfriars is shockingly expensive for all beers, not just Neck Oil. I simply will not go back there. by gazglasgow (Mon 6th Nov 2023 4:29pm)

As a cyclist myself this guy is unreal. He uploaded a number of videos showing interactions with members of the public. His attitude stinks and hopefully one day he will get arrested. Much of his incriminating evidence has been removed from YouTube including this video. There is technically enough evidence in this video to prosecute him if there were enough eye witness statements. Sadly it’s probably too late now. by gazglasgow (Tue 7th Nov 2023 1:35pm)

At the ticket desk a contactless card will work. There is no specific reason why the vending machine couldn't do the same, just needs to re-programmed to accept this. You can also collect the return leg ticket at any time that you like including right now before you set off. It doesn't have to be on the day. by gazglasgow (Tue 7th Nov 2023 2:56pm)

He seems to cycle around glasgow quite a lot. Wish I knew who he was. From memory I think he has a black Specialized road bike, spotted it during one of his altercations with a woman who was walking her dog in a park. The dog was off the lead and ran in front of him as he passed. Now he could see the dog and that it could be a possible danger to him but he just ploughed on and then started a scene when the inevitable happened. I mean I know dogs are meant to be on a lead at all times but really, it was a quiet park on the outskirts of the city. 99.99% of cyclists will be careful around dogs, as I am, but not him! by gazglasgow (Tue 7th Nov 2023 3:04pm)

A guy I knew at school had the surname Kerr. His nickname was Wan. :) by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Nov 2023 1:55pm)

I rememember walking all the way up those bastards to discover a locked gate at the top. by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Nov 2023 2:09pm)

Almost the entirety of Kelvinhaugh Street is student accommodation and on that side it is 100% by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Nov 2023 2:16pm)

Yeh that has been suggested. I need to find my nearest store then. by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Nov 2023 3:10pm)

You missed out the acute accent 😮 by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Nov 2023 4:12pm)

Thanks for that! by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Nov 2023 5:03pm)

Where did you buy it? by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Nov 2023 5:02pm)

I think I can probably order online but would prefer a local store. by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Nov 2023 5:02pm)

Thanks. Been given a few pointers so will be trying again myself. by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Nov 2023 5:04pm)

I spotted that as well, but if you look closely it is out of stock. by gazglasgow (Tue 14th Nov 2023 6:24pm)

Thank you! by gazglasgow (Wed 15th Nov 2023 2:34am)

Thanks. Where is the shop? by gazglasgow (Wed 15th Nov 2023 2:33am)

Had a look. No stock there either. by gazglasgow (Wed 15th Nov 2023 2:37am)

I think the difference is that Caramac is technically not chocolate whilst Caramilk is. by gazglasgow (Wed 15th Nov 2023 2:36am)

Caramac is made from sweetened condensed milk. I think it’s a different process to regular milk chocolate. by gazglasgow (Wed 15th Nov 2023 2:46am)

Yeh that may well be the case. by gazglasgow (Wed 15th Nov 2023 11:16am)

Thanks. What store? by gazglasgow (Wed 15th Nov 2023 11:15am)

Exactly the issue is not the efficiency of an individuals vehicle. In any case an effiecient vehicle, and I presume you refer to emissions, only produces less harmful Greenhouse Gases. It doesn't produce zero. The issue is that the city is over run with cars and it's the space that they take up that inconveniences pedestrians and cyclists. The flippant attitude to parking is also a major issue. There are some streets in and around the city that are simply too difficult to cross due to the excessive number of vehicles in motion and the hoards of cars parked on double yellow lines blocking the view of a pedestrian. The lack of pedestrian crossing points is also an issue. There needs to be at least 2 or 3 times more of them and they must give priority to the pressing of the call to cross button. Swift and decisive action needs to be taken to give the city back to the people. Whilst the LEZ Policy may have reduced car numbers slightly it is still not enough. The scheme needs to be expanded to charge the users of larger cars an entrance fee to the city boundary. This coupled with a speed limit reduction and 24/7 ultra strict parking violation enforcement will resolve the issue further. It's high time the council farmed out parking enforcement to a private sector operator who can provide a far more effective and efficient service. by gazglasgow (Wed 15th Nov 2023 2:30pm)

That's a 2D fluorescent light. It's easy enough just to buy an LED version of the lamp and remove the ballast unit. There are two cap types for the 2D lamps however. The 4 pin and the 2 pin. Have you got the correct version? You need 4 pin which is for use with self start ballasts. The 2 pin version has the starter built into the lamp. I might be wrong but I think the caps are interchnageable so you can fit a 2 pin into a 4 pin I believe. Of course it will not work. by gazglasgow (Wed 15th Nov 2023 2:53pm)

Exactly! by gazglasgow (Thu 16th Nov 2023 5:21am)

Thanks for that! by gazglasgow (Thu 16th Nov 2023 9:37am)

It's worth pointing out that cycling on the pedestrian precincts in Glasgow City Centre is completely allowed. The precincts are designated Core Paths and are reserved for use by pedestrians and non-motorised vehicles such as bikes, scooters, roller skates, horses etc. The signage isn't always great and inconsistent but it's clearly visible on Sauchiehall Street. by gazglasgow (Thu 16th Nov 2023 3:10pm)

I cycle a lot in glasgow and touch wood haven't had any major issues but do suffer from driver agression very often. Private hire taxis and black taxis are definitely very dangerous in Glasgow. Most of the agression comes from pot bellied drivers in their 50's and 60's who have frustration in their lives. They possibly look in awe at how fit some cyclists the same age as they are can be and that they could never strive to be like that. It's entirely up to you of course and I don't speak from experience but when a driver close passes like that then abuses you then one course of action is wing mirror removal. It's a very effective form of retaliation. Just ensure that you are already in a low gear and have an escape route where a car cannot drive such as into a park or cycle path. If you get doored do not not swerve to avoid the door. Cycle into it and use the drivers legs / body or door as the cushion. They will survive and the door can be repaired. Do not swerve right as there is no time to look at what's coming up behind you. by gazglasgow (Thu 16th Nov 2023 3:20pm)

You do have a good point! by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 1:53am)

Well I take your point but I didn’t stop. Just heard him mouthing off from a distance. Initially I thought he was asking for help then heard his shit. by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 1:52am)

Yeh I am a fanny. Thanks!! by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 1:51am)

Good point! by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 1:50am)

Wonderful! by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 1:58am)

Many thanks for your support. I thought it was a valid route too! by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 1:58am)

Yeh perhaps but I kinda forgot that was there but in any case it’s not a good surface. by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 1:57am)

I kind of agree. I kinda got there because I was following the suggested route. I double checked and there was only a A road ahead for a short distance then an escape to the cycle path. It was after 8pm and there well fuck all cars 🚗 around by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 1:56am)

I take your point but I am not too familiar with that area and decided on the road route. That cycling and walking bridge is well overdue for a new surface! by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 2:03am)

Indeed but it was evening and quiet. by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 2:02am)

Yeh I understand your reasoning. In general it’s not bike friendly. I was following the suggested navigation route and I did stop at the beginning of the A road to check it was safe. Ordinarily I may have done as you suggested but it was after 8pm and very quiet so continued with my plan. by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 2:01am)

Well as was I. Thought however I would point it out lol. by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 2:08am)

No it doesn’t. The fanny was wrong! by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 2:06am)

Exercising in the outdoors is more beneficial than a gym workout. by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 2:06am)

Excellent point! by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 2:05am)

Of course I agree. There is actually a cycling alternative but it’s full of B potholes and not well signposted by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 2:04am)

Thanks for your support and I fully agree that antagonising a cyclist can distract them and lead to an accident. The same could be said for car horns against other car drivers. On this occasion I heard the guy shouting after I was safely on the cycle path and stopped. I could hear his abuse from the other side of the roundabout, so just called him a fanny back and then moved on by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 2:12am)

I don’t particularly give a fuck and I did get on with it. I found the situation amusing. This twat blasting his lungs out at me from the other side of the roundabout for nothing really. It’s good to bring up topics like this and see what other people think. Nothing weird about it. Not entirely sure why you even use Reddit if all you want to do is discredit those who make the effort to post about daily life in Glasgow. To me that’s the point of this sub. by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 9:26am)

I presume you mean the lights on the Stockingfield Bridge? That's a fair distance from the crematorium but maybe you can see the lights of the main tower as Tresta Road has a higher elevation as well. Not sure how it could cause havoc though? by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 12:09pm)

If you buy a return ticket you can use it repeatedly but you are not supposed to. There are some basic guidlines in order to achieve this: Best get a cardboard ticket as they will go through the barriers multiple times. To get a cardboard ticket you need to use the Scotrail website, not the app. When you pay for the ticket you can select collection from a vending machine / station pickup. The vending machines still issue cardboard tickets. Tickets with a QR code may not scan repeatedly. You also need to ensure that you do not put the ticket into a barrier that will retain it so you need to purchase a ticket for one further stop. For example purchase a ticket to High Street if you are travelling to the city. Of course you can purchase directly from a vending machine but they only allow travel from that station so you can't fiddle it in the same way as the website. For example travelling from Glasgow Central to Dalmuir you would need a High Street to Dalmuir ticket. You could not purchase that directly from a vending machine in Glasgow Central but you can on the website then immediately collect the ticket. There are no barriers at Dalmuir so no need to puchase a ticket for beyond that station. Tickets purchased onboard the train and at most ticket offices are of the bog roll type with QR codes. They need to be scanned to pass through the barriers. It is unclear however if multiple scans will work. It's a grey area. Every scan is logged so theoretically using a ticket multiple times could come back and bite you on the bum. If you are referring to breaking your journey as in getting off and then back on again then yes that is 100% permitted and as many times as you like. by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 12:22pm)

Interesting website. That's very useful. I can understand that it's not a public road as such because it eventually leads to a motorway but there is a route that I took that doesn't go to the motorway. I looked on the Google Street view and you can clearly see an end of motorway regulations sign before the point that I joined the road. by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 12:35pm)

Bloody hell you mean the traffic lights LOL. Well yeh I see your point but the tunnel is only wide enough for one car so when two cars approach at the same time who goes through first? The lights were also upgraded to make it safer for cyclists 🚴 as they get to go first so I think in general it’s better to have them than not have them. It’s not the busiest of roads so the lights should really work automatically by sensing oncoming traffic and going green. Not sure if they already do that. by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 12:57pm)

Yeh you are correct. I cycle a lot round there and presumed the OP was referring to the lights on the Stockingfield Bridge 😂 by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 1:00pm)

Bargain! Less than 35p per paragaraph! by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 2:14pm)

Yeh everyone likes a good Fanny 😀 by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 4:41pm)

I checked that out and there isn’t. There is a sign stating left is a cycle route to Hillington and Cardonald. I appreciate that road can be busy at times but it was deed when I used it. by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 4:40pm)

Yes I know there is a green arrow but it points to the left and states the distances to QEUH, Hillington, Crookston and Paisley. It just shows the cycling distance for that route. It's not compulsory, It's just information. If I wasn't permitted to cycle ahead then there would be a red circle with a bike in the middle and there is is not such a sign there. I had already stated that the footbridge there is in a hell of a state. It's riddled with pot holes and grooves. by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 4:50pm)

It's an indication of a suggested route. It is not compulsory. That's like saying car drivers must follow all route signs when everyone knows there are shortcuts and more suitable routes available. by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 4:57pm)

I have already stated my reasons for not using it. I decided to go straight ahead to see what the road layout was like and it looked fine to cycle on for me. More than wide enough for cars to pass safely and it's a 30 zone. In any case the satnav suggested that route and suggested coming off at the roundabout to the cycle path. I know you need to take a satnav instruction with a pinch of salt at times but it seemed reasonable to me. In any case the point of the post was to ask others whether cycling is permitted on that road and it seems as though it is. by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 4:55pm)

>View all comments I kinda guessed that you might be a driver who objects to cyclists on the road. Unfortunately for you bike lanes and suggested routes are not mandatory. The road in question is not a motorway although ultimately it does lead to one depending on the route taken. Cyclists, pedestrians and all other forms of non-motorised transportation are not permitted to use a motorway designated with Motorway Regulations signage. They are also not permitted to use A roads that directly lead to a motorway such as A813(M) which is just a made up example. None of the above signage is present at the location in question. by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 5:03pm)

Well yes should use it. It is not mandatory. I wouldn't specifically call that a cycle lane. It's a detour / alternative route. A cycle lane will generally run alongside a road carriageway and I always use them unless they are blocked by parked cars. by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 5:07pm)

I haven't put my foot in anything. It's the A739 and you can cycle on it until the exit at LIDL where there is a red circle with a bike symbol which means no cycling. In the opposite direction there are similar signs. The roads around the Clyde Tunnel do lead to the M8 but they also lead to other non-motorway locations so cycling on them is fine as long as you don't enter the road traffic tunnel. Obviously that greatly limits the sections of rad that a cyclist could use but Ihave highlighted a section that can be used. by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 5:13pm)

No it’s not. There is a local road that goes into an industrial estate at the roundabout. Nothing wrong with cycling to that which is where I went. I think there was a newspaper business there. Maybe still is. by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 6:03pm)

Due to the road layout it’s not possible to get onto the Southbound section of the A739 as cycling through the Clyde Tunnel is not allowed and there are no entrance slip roads after the Tunnel. The same does not apply on the Southbound side where I was. by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 6:09pm)

That’s not true. Regular cardboard tickets are available at vending machines. Some stations that haven’t got new printers still issue them. I believe this is the case in Glasgow Queen Street upstairs. by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 7:57pm)

Haha yeh. They are the best. No doubt the vending machines will be modified to dispense bog roll in the future. A sad day when that happens! ☹️ by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 8:00pm)

Thanks for that. by gazglasgow (Fri 17th Nov 2023 8:48pm)

I have discovered that. Tried most of the suggestions here with no joy! by gazglasgow (Sat 18th Nov 2023 5:15am)

Glad you resolved it. Put them on Facebook Marketplace? by gazglasgow (Sat 18th Nov 2023 1:37pm)

Thanks for your support. by gazglasgow (Sun 19th Nov 2023 12:17pm)

Absolutely. Can’t wait for that bridge to open. by gazglasgow (Sun 19th Nov 2023 3:13pm)

It’s about time the council woke up to this issue. I would go further and use a private contractor who would work more efficiently and 24/7. The volume of cars in and around the city has got to stupid levels. Crossing roads at times is impossible and dangerous. Parked cars are dangerous as they block the view of cyclists and pedestrians. In Glasgow double yellow means please park here. by gazglasgow (Sun 19th Nov 2023 5:21pm)

Haha. That’s true but the surface is very uneven and tbh like most 60s design not very cyclist and pedestrian friendly. by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 2:49am)

Yeh was going to say that as well. It's got an LED lamp head fitted. You can see that the light produced is much more natural and brings out the real colour of the brickwork on the houses. None of that dreary orange sodium glow that we had to put up with. by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 2:09pm)

In my opinion there is really only one type of tyre to consider for cycling in Glasgow and that is the Schwalbe Maraton Plus. It's a thick tyre with great grip and works in all weather conditions. Regardless of the tyre type you need to be careful in the wet and use techniques to prevent a traction loss. Avoid iron work on the roads, if you can't then don't turn whilst on them. If bouncing up a kerb make sure your angle of attack is as close to 90 degrees as possible. Avoid oil and fuel spills on the road and keep away from leaves or at least don't turn when going over them. It's all just common sense really. For extra piece of mind fit Schwalbe Air Plus inner tubes as well. They are thicker walled and go a long way to preventing punctures from Glasgow's glass covered roads and paths. Another good tyre is the Continental Double Fighter which has a very slick tyre face for riding in the city. I have them on one of my bikes and it's like riding on ice and still has great grip. You can still use the Air Plus tubes with this or any other tyre. by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 2:23pm)

Where in the city do you live as the commute to the city centre may have alternatives that are easier depending exactly where you are. by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 2:31pm)

Yeh I would say so. A pretty positive experience for once lol. by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 3:04pm)

I would doubt that very much, that would be too much of a blatant rip off. by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 3:10pm)

Well I bloody well hope not. The Glasgow Live can run a story on it if that happens. I did read a news story recently that a pub chain, not Spoons, was planning on adjusting the price of a pint on different days and at different times. Peak time pints would be more costly than at other times. There is less flexibility to do that in Scotland as we have the Happy Hour Laws. A licensed premises cannot adjust the cost of a pint during opening hours for a temporary period of time. The price can only change from day to day as far as I know. by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 3:18pm)

Glad to hear it. It's a nice family orientated bar with Christmas music playing and decent beer. It's a nice atmosphere and you are not getting shafted like in the past. by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 3:32pm)

Yeh I think it would be perfectly ok to increase the prices as long as it doesn't change during opening hours. Obviously if this killed their trade they couldn't put them back down again on that day. I was just pointing out as a side issue that I had read a story about dynamic pricing being considered by a pub chain but the plan they had in place would be incompatible with Scottish Law. by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 3:30pm)

Ouch! by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 3:37pm)

Fair point, I never looked at the price of the Mulled Wine but I would doubt that it's more expensive than last year. Having never bought it there I can't say for sure. Last year I went to the Deoch en Dorus in Partick and they had Mulled Wine. It was free of charge. by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 4:09pm)

It was placcy, I wouldn't have expected anything else in a kind of outdoor bar. by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 4:14pm)

Yeh absolutely that's what it was. Hope you enjoy! by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 4:20pm)

Fair enough that would explain why it seems a bit different and the longer operating time. by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 4:59pm)

Oh yeh I agree. I felt like that when plastic first appeared. I suppose I have just become used to accepting it in pop up bars and outdoor events. by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 4:58pm)

Haha I can assure you that I don't. Maybe the bar manager will read this and invite me and my mate in a for a free pint. by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 5:03pm)

Nice one. Enjoy! by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 5:00pm)

Hope you get along and try it. by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 5:00pm)

A clever in depth analaysis! by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 5:05pm)

😂😂😂 by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 6:36pm)

Haha yeh. I deliberately didn’t mention the price in the title lol. by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 6:35pm)

Good point! by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 7:06pm)

Enjoy! by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 7:54pm)

Oh right. I didn’t know that. Very interesting. by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 7:53pm)

Haha very true but for a pop up bar it’s not bad. It’s nice for a wee change. Most of the other time I will stick to Budweiser at £2.88 per pint in my local Spoons. by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 7:52pm)

Still not a bad deal! by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 8:04pm)

Interesting. I must look up the official rules. by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 8:03pm)

Not there. Looks like he has bounced off! by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 8:57pm)

Yeh of course. If you only go during happy hour then leave then you have done well but rarely does anyone do that. 😀 by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 11:53pm)

It’s good shite though 😀 by gazglasgow (Mon 20th Nov 2023 11:55pm)

Yeh! Haha by gazglasgow (Tue 21st Nov 2023 2:44am)

In the grand scheme of things it isn’t that expensive. by gazglasgow (Tue 21st Nov 2023 2:43am)

Yeh that’s true. There isn’t anything that’s really Scottish - well maybe apart from chips! 😀 by gazglasgow (Tue 21st Nov 2023 12:14pm)

I had never heard of it before I visited the market. I have no idea where else it is available on draught. by gazglasgow (Tue 21st Nov 2023 12:13pm)

Shocking! by gazglasgow (Tue 21st Nov 2023 12:17pm)

I don’t drive anymore due to the traffic congestion in Glasgow but I would say that it’s probably going to be a bit of a mission to get to the locations that you mentioned from Kings Park and especially in winter mornings. If driving you need to get to the M74 then the M8 for Paisley and Greenock. The M77 would get you to Troon but it’s a lot of driving, probably about 35 miles. Kings Park has a train station but you need to change at Glasgow Central for all the locations that you mentioned. It’s only about ten minutes on the express trains to Paisley if you had a job there. by gazglasgow (Tue 21st Nov 2023 12:36pm)

Well it was a tenner for two pints when I paid. I double checked and it was £6.50 last year. I must go back to check. Any excuse lol by gazglasgow (Tue 21st Nov 2023 9:12pm)

So that's the Crown Street retail park. TBH you can't get much closer to the city centre from there. I mean it depends where in the city you will be working but that area has possibly some of the safest routes for cycling in Glasgow. There is a new segregated cycle path on Gorbals Street that will get you into the city. You could then cycle along the Broomielaw segregated path heading West. You could also head right into Glasgow Green and emerge on the Saltmarket. The most direct route is on Eglinton Street but that has no cycle path and can be busy. From a cycling point of view you can't really live much closer to the city centre. Even on bad weather days I am sure you could walk in less than 30 minutes. If you give me an idea of where your place of work is then I can maybe come up with a better route. by gazglasgow (Wed 22nd Nov 2023 2:19pm)

You will be able to take that bike on anywhere as bikes are permitted on Scotrail trains. The reserved area is for full sized bikes. In any case there will always be somewhere in the bike area to store a folded bike. Your issue will be jobs worth on board train staff. You are allowed and do not let them tell you otherwise. You may also come across the battery issue as mentioned elsewhere in this thread. This does not apply to ebikes, make sure that you tell them that. One of them made the mistake of challenging me with my bike on a train once. A new arsehole was ripped and I did not leave the train. Where in Edinburgh are you working as there are other stations that may get you closer to your place of work but may involve a change at Haymarket or Waverley. by gazglasgow (Wed 22nd Nov 2023 3:06pm)

I was cycling about the West End last night around Queen Margaret Drive and noticed that the power went off and on about 3 or 4 times before finally stabilising. Lots of alarm system failures and dead traffic / street lights. I headed towards Milton and the power was off right up until the end of Bilsland Drive but even up in Milton I could see that streets to the right of Balmore Road like Ashgill Road also had no power for the first couple of hundred metres. by gazglasgow (Wed 22nd Nov 2023 3:26pm)

I couldn't imagine having to drive to Greenock for work during busy times. It would be soul destroying. The number of cars on our roads is staggeringly high with the resultant congestion a disgrace. It's unimaginable the amount of Greenhouse gases that are being produced in this city. Not surprisingly Glasgow has three entries in the top ten of congested roads in the UK and the next worse after London. According to the report, the Top 10 Worst U.K. Traffic Bottlenecks are: 1. Birmingham: The M5 heading toward Birmingham at the M6 2. London: The Blackwall Tunnel Approach at Blackwall Lane 3. London: Canterbury Way heading toward the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge at the M25 4. Newcastle upon Tyne: The A19 at the Tyne Tunnel North Approach 5. London: Canterbury Way heading toward Purfleet at the M25 6. London: The M25 headed toward Rickmansworth at the J19 7. Glasgow: The M8 heading toward Kingston Bridge at the J22 8. London: The M25 heading toward Dartford at the J1B 9. Glasgow: The M8 heading toward Kingston Bridge at the J20 10. Glasgow: The M8 heading toward Seaward at the J21 by gazglasgow (Wed 22nd Nov 2023 4:09pm)

Yeh looks like you have done all that you can. The train is a bit of a mission too. Good luck on the road! by gazglasgow (Wed 22nd Nov 2023 8:22pm)

Yes noticed that. Nothing in the Glasgow West section of BBC News. by gazglasgow (Thu 23rd Nov 2023 2:30am)

There isn't a lot of safer segregated routes actually in the city centre but the route I would take depends on what end of Bath Street you are working. The issue is that area of the city centre is like a small mountain and in order to get around it you should carefully choose the streets that you use. West Campbell Street for example is to be avoided. In essence the easiest way to get to Bath Street without a struggle is to head up West Nile Street then left up Sauchiehall Street precinct then left onto Bath Street at the most appropriate point. If you work at the Charing Cross end it is pointless to cycle right up the hill on Bath Street only to cycle back down again. It's just a big mound. by gazglasgow (Thu 23rd Nov 2023 1:26pm)

Yeh seems like you have it all worked out. I woud agree that's the best way to go. Getting on at Haymerket can often be a struggle as the train comes from Waverley packed full. One wee trick is to get on one of the express trains at Haymarket and go back to Waverley. The train immediately turns round and for a short while you have an empty train where you can get the seat of your choice, lol. There are no ticket checks between Haymarket and Waverley and even if there was just say you got on the wrong train. by gazglasgow (Thu 23rd Nov 2023 1:33pm)

What a load of nonsence. I am fully entitled to take my bike on the train as is any other person. The trains have dedicated bike storage areas. You seem to be referring to a situation when there are too many bikes on the train. That is fair enough. That will not happen with a folding bike which can be carried like a bag. On an Ediburgh via Bathgate service one of my friends was asked by the ticket examiner if his bike had a lithium ion battery and when he said yes he was asked to leave the train at Carntyne. That's bullshit as the rules apply to micro devices only. My friend not being knowledgable complied. It happened to me recently as well and I ripped him a new arsehole. He eventaully admitted he had no training on the subject. The irony is that I didn't even have a ticket and he made such a big deal about my bike that he never even asked me for it. I have since heard that other cyclists have been challenged in the same manner. Some of the staff simply like making up their own rules and inconveniencing customers. Seen it going on for years. It doesn't work with me. by gazglasgow (Thu 23rd Nov 2023 1:43pm)

Yeh well you sound like one of the jobsworths who would leave weans and women with prams stranded just because you think that you can exert your authority over them. Just pray that I am not there if you try that shite on. There is full entitlement for all paying passengers to board a train at all times unless they are troublesome or the train is full. by gazglasgow (Thu 23rd Nov 2023 1:54pm)

Well they don't do their job properly and that comes from observation. I am fully aware of the rules regarding long distance travel and the need to regulate bike numbers. If the job was done properly then there should never be a need to refuse a bike as the operator knows how many are expected and the capacity of the train. Since they do not do their job properly it's common place to overbook. The issue in hand however is not long distance trains. We are discussing the commuter services where bike reservations are not needed. by gazglasgow (Thu 23rd Nov 2023 2:02pm)

My point is I can take my bike on the train. End of. Nobody mentioned anything about buses. We are talking trains here. FYI I have had my bike on a rail replacement bus before but that is not what is being discussed and I generally I have little requirement to put my bike on a bus. by gazglasgow (Thu 23rd Nov 2023 5:09pm)

What is your definition of happy for it to be there? It is not their train and the paying passenger is the person that should be happy. You are giving the impression that the onboard staff can just say no without giving a valid reason and leaving passengers stranded. The train would need to be full for that to happen. No other reason. by gazglasgow (Thu 23rd Nov 2023 5:13pm)

Try doing it to me lol by gazglasgow (Thu 23rd Nov 2023 11:09pm)

What has been done is really nice but the developers have left it in a state with poor access. There are barriers everywhere which makes it difficult to walk and cycle through. I undertsand it's not completed but some roads are blocked off unnecessarily. The plan was to allow easy access from Springburn to the city. Whilst that largely is the case but when walking through you can hit a barrier and have to walk back again. Very annoying. by gazglasgow (Mon 27th Nov 2023 1:32pm)

I would say that you really are better to pursue what you already know about him. You need to contact everyone that has already known him including his family regardless of whether you like them or not. Visit any places that he may have worked in or any pubs that he have frequented. You never know what you might come up with. by gazglasgow (Mon 27th Nov 2023 1:47pm)

Scotrail have an apprecticeship scheme for those up to 25. Not sure if they are recruiting just now but might be worth looking at. by gazglasgow (Mon 27th Nov 2023 2:08pm)

The best thing to do with a lost phone is to make sure that you keep it charged if you can. Most phones now will need a USB-C cable or a lightning cable for an iPhone. The owner or a friend of the owner will eventually call. by gazglasgow (Mon 27th Nov 2023 2:16pm)

Definitely available in Wetherspoons. My pal used to go to The Counting House after a night shift and get a pint. You need to buy food and a breakfast roll is fine. He was also able to order two pints with one roll. by gazglasgow (Tue 28th Nov 2023 2:03pm)

Yeh it seems weird. There is no work going on but the developers have barriers up everywhere preventing access from the Springburn Road area. Folk have pulled the barriers down and you can walk and cycle through but you need to be careful as you can still get trapped. I really don't get it as the roads and pavements are all completed. Why not let folk go through for the time being. I understand that when building work resumes there may need to be diversions but not just now. by gazglasgow (Tue 28th Nov 2023 3:20pm)

Absolutely, no fun at all. I deliver stuff there sometimes and the access is great from the new Sighthill Bridge but the barriers are a pain. For no obvious reason Sighthill Walk had barriers at the the North end meaning that you cannot get in or out. If I lived there I would go nuts. Fortunately that is now clear and there are less barriers than their used to be but still too many. There are also no street names anywhere which makes working there a pain but that's another issue. For a new housing development it is surprisingly pedestrian and cyclist unfriendly at the moment. by gazglasgow (Tue 28th Nov 2023 3:42pm)

Sorry to hear what happened. The irony is that PS is gay from top to bottom. Loads of the staff and clientele in that centre are definitely LGBT so very sad to hear about this. There is usually always security on in that place and they are pretty switched on as many of the shops have expensive goods so they are always on the look out for undesireables. I have cycled to the centre a few times and tried locking my bike up at the back door as they don't have any facilities, unlike other centres, to safely lock it. The security have been out in a flash telling me to move the bike elsewhere but that's another story. I think the likelihood of any of them having a knife and even using it on you in such circumstances is highly unlikely. Granted some young people do carry knives but it is primarliy to protect themselves against other neds / gangs. In Glasgow it is virtually unheard of for unprovoked stabbings to happen in the city centre. I think you are over reacting but I understand that you felt threatened. I can assure you that if i was there and I seen them berating you like that I would have intervened. You mentioned in another comment that this was all conversation and nobody else heard. I would advise in future, if you are in a similar circumstances, that you raise your voice to a loud level so that other people are made aware of what is going on rather than skulking away as that is a win for the neds. Use sound bites like: Stop harrasing me! I don't even know you! Leave me alone! That will attract attention and you could get backed up by others. I can assure you the neds will fuck off. If I heard that then it would be like a red rag to a bull to me and I would have come over. Security may even have heard it. I hope this doesnt't happen to you again but making it vocally public is the best alternative to getting involved in a physical confrontation which you stated you are not able / willing to do. Others have stated that you could have questioned the sexuality of the prick but that is maybe a bit more bold. If he had approached me I would have ripped him a new arsehole so to speak. One day every bully meets his match. In any case you missed out one important point. Did you get your hole? :) :) by gazglasgow (Wed 29th Nov 2023 2:14pm)

As a cyclist myself this is a horriic story. The driver was impatient to begin with and was aggrieved that you were in front of him. He had no regard whatsover for your personal safety. I hope that there is enough evidence to convict them and that you make a full recovery soon. The consequences for drivers who commit acts like this are far too lenient. As others have said the driving licence should be revoked and for some great length of time. It should only be returned after a new driving test is completed. I think that should be the norm everytime a licence is revoked. In England and Wales causing death by dangerous driving after June 2022 can result in a sentence of life imprisonment but not in Scotland. Additinally causing serious injury whilst driving can result in 2 years behind bars. It's shocking that the Scottish Government decided not to adopt the same penalties specifically when there is a clear benefit to road safety. In Scotland new sentencing guidelines are due to come into effect in January 2024 but will still not result in a possible life sentence when convicted. The maximum sentence will be 12 years in the most aggravating circumstances for causing the death of a cyclist or pedestrian but no change in the sentencing for causing serious injury. Not good enough. by gazglasgow (Wed 29th Nov 2023 3:19pm)

I have a pal who lives across the road from that area. Says he is sick of African youths hanging about outside his flat and then fighting with each other. That area has become a mini ghetto for African men with a few shops and a bar appearing. I have cycled past them a few times with no issue however but not surprised to read that there is much dodginess going on! by gazglasgow (Wed 29th Nov 2023 3:28pm)

That's good to hear that you have sought medical help. I hope you recover soon and that it will not put you off cycling in the future. Glasgow is becoming safer and safer to cycle as more lanes are being opened and the higher volume of bikes on the road has led to drivers being more careful in general. Unfortunately the way things stand you can kill a cyclist in Scotland and get a lesser sentence than you would in England. The forthcoming changes here will maintain that position. This makes no sense as it's the same road network. by gazglasgow (Wed 29th Nov 2023 3:34pm)

It's clear and well documented that there isn't enough student accommodation in Glasgow so it's surprising to see this development denied. We need less students in private lets that free up the space for non-students to live in. There is an overall lack of rental accommodation in this city and others and the only way to drive down prices is to have more of it. What I found appealing about the new development is that there would be no provision for cars. That is forward thinking and this should be the norm for all new accommodation blocks in the city centre. The advantages for students are that the purpose built rooms are ready to go with nothing for students to worry about like council tax, rent deposits, buying furniture, laundry, getting broadband, dealing with utilities and everything else you need to deal with in a private let. It means that you have more time to do what is important, like studying. Although we all know that many don't do as much of that as they should. Students also spend money in the local businesses and that's great for the city. During the summer the buildings are used for visitors to the city so they really do get used all year round. by gazglasgow (Wed 29th Nov 2023 4:29pm)

That's not true, they spend lots of money in the local businesses. by gazglasgow (Wed 29th Nov 2023 4:30pm)

Nonsence. So I cannot state what I have observed without being branded a racist? I was only quoting what was stated in the original news article: "Inspector Scott said that there are “concerns about young African males” being forced to deal from premises or on the street, adding: “They are being held against their will for a period of time to deal on behalf of the criminals.” I too have observed lots of African males in this area. My friend who lives across the road has regularly mentioned the trouble to me and that he now has a desire to move away after having lived there for over twenty years. I also stated that I have cycled passed them on a number of ocassions and I have never had any issues, they all seem pretty friendly. However it does appear that there is dodginess going on as stated by the police. The word ghetto is quite fitting as the area is run down and visibly seems to be occupied by a minority group. Facts are facts. If you don't agree with me then that's your choice. If all you can do is throw personal insults then you have no coherent agrument. by gazglasgow (Thu 30th Nov 2023 1:51pm)

It was not my intention to racially segregate. As stated my comments are based on observation. I pass the area regularly and very close. It's nothing to do with them being African men. Again I repeat myself I am not surprised that there is much dodginess as my friend lives across the road very nearby and he regularly tells me about large groups of African males congregating outside his flat and fighting with each other. The police are called regualrly and he has expressed a desire to move away. It would appear that after repeated calls to the police that extra surveillance has been put in place and that a picture of what is really happening has been discovered. by gazglasgow (Thu 30th Nov 2023 2:08pm)

I think it's good news as there is a shortage of student accommodation in Glasgow. Hopefully this will free up more private let flats for families and non-students and in time rents can go down as supply will meet or exceed demand. It's also nice to see a huge accommodation block constructed with no provision for cars! It does seem as though [poor Billy will get covered up](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ck5pxrpdd3wo) when the construction commences. by gazglasgow (Thu 30th Nov 2023 3:45pm)

Being a nosey bastard I quite like hearing what they have to say to each other. by gazglasgow (Tue 5th Dec 2023 2:44pm)

Haha yeh something like that! by gazglasgow (Tue 5th Dec 2023 7:57pm)

Defo a great idea. The only way to get rental prices down and more rental choice is to over saturate the market. This coupled with more housing developments in place over Glasgow will greatly benefit the city centre economy. During summer months the accommodations are extensively used by tourists which is also beneficial to the economy. My only concern is that of pedestrian road safety. Newton Street is presently a car centric eyesore. It does not have a continuous walking path and the pedestrian crossings are unsafe and awkward to cross especially at the south part. Traffic calming will need to be introduced otherwise we will see a further rise in deaths. Drunk students and maniac M8 approaching car drivers do not make a good mix. I still often think of the recent student death there and the aftermath where I witnessed a completely pulverised front end of a car. Fuck knows what was left of the poor girls body. The speed limit must absolutely be changed to 20mph. I would presume that the main entrances will be away from Newton Street but there may well still be fire exits on this road and footpath access to the site via Newton Street is likely to be used by those travelling from the west end. by gazglasgow (Wed 6th Dec 2023 5:20am)

Yeh I cycled past last night and the guy was putting it all back up again. Should have stopped to ask him what had happened. by gazglasgow (Wed 6th Dec 2023 5:27am)

Still not easy. Shopping trolleys are surprisingly heavy at around 22kg. by gazglasgow (Wed 6th Dec 2023 5:37am)

If you keep your upper body warm then your legs will not get cold when wearing shorts outside. Wearing shorts is very comfortable but if you remain inactive outside and it's maybe below zero then you will feel the cold no doubt. Most folk wearing shorts are likely to be jumping into shops or bars etc and will quickly warm up their upper body and not even notice the chill on the legs. by gazglasgow (Wed 6th Dec 2023 2:21pm)

Exactly. Fingers crossed. by gazglasgow (Thu 7th Dec 2023 2:19am)

What I don't get is why so many of them conceal their identity. It's been an ongoing issue with protests in recent years. I appreciate that it is colder just now but the Gaza protests started in October when it wasn't cold and faces have been concealed since day one. Does anybody know why this is the case? by gazglasgow (Thu 7th Dec 2023 4:53pm)

I don't buy that one at all. Granted the government would rather there were no protests but we have the freedom to protest on any topic that we wish in the UK. I have seen no evidence of any protests in regards the Gaza / Israel troubles being suppresed in Glasgow. This still doesn't really explain whty so many identities are concealed. by gazglasgow (Thu 7th Dec 2023 5:10pm)

Interesting. Yes I agree and I don't like the look of the masks either. It's easy to come to the conclusion that they intend to cause trouble or damage property and avoid detection by covering their face. It's not what would be expected in a peaceful protest. by gazglasgow (Thu 7th Dec 2023 5:20pm)

That thought had crossed my mind as well. by gazglasgow (Thu 7th Dec 2023 5:56pm)

Yeh suppose. by gazglasgow (Thu 7th Dec 2023 9:08pm)

Yeh ultimately it is a dead end but it’s the easiest access to Kelvinside Terrace South and Doune Quadrant. by gazglasgow (Thu 7th Dec 2023 9:07pm)

Yeh I had worked that out. I suppose it’s easy enough but really wondered why the road is shut. There isn’t any visible issue. by gazglasgow (Thu 7th Dec 2023 10:39pm)

Well let’s hope it’s sorted soon. Mind you it is some drop from there to the Kelvin! by gazglasgow (Fri 8th Dec 2023 2:37am)

Face like a welders bench? by gazglasgow (Fri 8th Dec 2023 2:36am)

That’s actually not a bad idea. Very handy for all the pubs in Byres Road. by gazglasgow (Fri 8th Dec 2023 1:36pm)

Ah ok. I hope that doesn’t collapse. It would be carnage. by gazglasgow (Fri 8th Dec 2023 1:35pm)