The Old Trooper thread

[Lord Buckethead]

So it's snowed a bit over the last couple of days and the TV has prophesied the end of the world.

How many of you made it into work today and how many stayed in bed?

What's the worst conditions you've braved to get into work in?

 

[Tree13]

Most other countries that get actual snow laugh themselves silly at the UK losing it's mind over an inch or two of snow.

The weather is not an issue, most people are just hilariously unprepared for it. Winter tyres on your car = you can drive.

 

[COYBL25]

Most other countries that get actual snow laugh themselves silly at the UK losing it's mind over an inch or two of snow.

The weather is not an issue, most people are just hilariously unprepared for it. Winter tyres on your car = you can drive.

Also people still leave the house at the same time for their normal day to day stuff and then fume when they end up massively late.

Just leave the house a bit earlier ffs.

 

[Lord Buckethead]

Does being salaried or having your hours contracted make a difference to your ability to drive in adverse weather conditions?

 

[larbert toffee]

Most other countries that get actual snow laugh themselves silly at the UK losing it's mind over an inch or two of snow.

The weather is not an issue, most people are just hilariously unprepared for it. Winter tyres on your car = you can drive.

To be fair Trees Scotland has been doing ok keeping the the major roads and transport links open, I'm fortunate enough to be enjoying some winter sun for the first time on holiday and I can't believe the reaction to the snow from English authorities, it's like aliens have landed.

 

[Alanbileysfeathercut]

It's my day off but a little bit of snow doesn't stop you or shouldn't
I normally start at 5.30 am
Just get up 10 minutes early
But if you are working drive very carefully
Take a flatter /safer route
Take your time!
I'm in aberdeen
It's still snowing

 

[Brisan123]

Those with rear wheel drive cars seem to be struggling

 

[.....!]

Most other countries that get actual snow laugh themselves silly at the UK losing it's mind over an inch or two of snow.

The weather is not an issue, most people are just hilariously unprepared for it. Winter tyres on your car = you can drive.

You don't even need winter tyres. Just drive sensibly.

 

[Lord Buckethead]

Most other countries that get actual snow laugh themselves silly at the UK losing it's mind over an inch or two of snow.

The weather is not an issue, most people are just hilariously unprepared for it. Winter tyres on your car = you can drive.

Equipment to remove or cope with snow is expensive. In the often snowbound areas world, it's worth the money.
In Britain, it's cheaper to accept a few days of reduced productivity.

 

[degsy]

You don't even need winter tyres. Just drive sensibly.

Get out early before all the other - how did they ever get a license - idiots get in your way

 

[Toast]

I hope Ainsley Harriott is enjoying the snow today.

It's his birthday.

 

[chrissyjack]

Drove to work . No snow here . Might have some tomorrow , so I'm preparing a hot-air balloon

 

[Daveysgingerlovechild]

Equipment to remove or cope with snow is expensive. In the often snowbound areas world, it's worth the money.
In Britain, it's cheaper to accept a few days of reduced productivity.

Absolutely this. We don't really like fit for purpose essential infrastructure in England more generally so we're hardly going to go all out for snow contingency stuff.

Works on an individual level too, I'm guessing most folk take the risk over buying winter tyres etc.

 

[Prevenger17]

I am working from home today

 

[Toast]

I am working from home today

That's Steve Walsh scouting players online, when really, he's sat in his pants watching Tipping Point and The Chase.