~tl Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 (edited) Either is good for me... [b]Edit:[/b] The only thing to be said for having it on a Sunday is that it pretty much rules out people looking to use public transport to get down. The first bus from Glasgow leaves at 15:00 and arrives at 16:25, and the last one back leaves Moffat at 18:00. I guess I should start looking for a lift then! Any other day of the week would be do-able by bus, but I can understand the reasons for having it on a Sunday – though, being a Sunday, I would think that having coffee on tap may be pretty essential [url="http://www.stagecoachbus.com/timetables/X74tt_21st_Dec_2008website.pdf"]http://www.stagecoachbus.com/timetables/X7...2008website.pdf[/url] Edited February 5, 2009 by ~tl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7string Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 (edited) Any day is good for me. I can move stuff around if I need to. Edited February 5, 2009 by 7string Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreeneKing Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 Just been chatting to Al (Niceguyhomer) and it could be an opportunity for a stopover too, a couple of beers and a curry. Peter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
velvetkevorkian Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 I'm interested in theory but won't know if I can actually come til closer to the time, work and ride sharing (and Mrs VK) permitting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skelf Posted February 5, 2009 Author Share Posted February 5, 2009 With a little co-ordination it should be possible to get some lifts organised for those that may need them. As we get closer to the event we can start sorting that out. I really don't want anyone excluded from this so I will do my best to make sure it gets sorted out. I will be of tomorrow to see if I can get the local cafe to offer a take away service to those who need some food during the course of the day and I should be able to sort out some tea/coffee and buns in the venue. I will visit the local bakers and see what can be done. Alan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreeneKing Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 Alan, you are a star! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david_l_perry Posted February 6, 2009 Share Posted February 6, 2009 Either date is fine by me. Happy to give anybody a lift....In fact it would be better than not as its a long journey on your own.... Will have my ACG headless Harlot by then as well...assuming Alan doesn't slip with the drill this weekend.... Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eude Posted February 6, 2009 Share Posted February 6, 2009 I'll be bringing along my pair of Shukers for anyone who fancies a noodle Eude Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skelf Posted February 6, 2009 Author Share Posted February 6, 2009 I have a few other things up my sleeve but will need some more people to sign up. If we get decent numbers I will pursue my plans. Cafe will sort out take away on the day. A few of you will know the cafe I am talking about. Alan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassBunny Posted February 7, 2009 Share Posted February 7, 2009 Great Idea. Might get to look at some Wood????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prosebass Posted February 7, 2009 Share Posted February 7, 2009 [quote name='BassBunny' post='402783' date='Feb 7 2009, 01:26 PM']Great Idea. Might get to look at some Wood?????[/quote] Is that a euphormism ?.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delberthot Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 I oould be up for this as long as I have someone to share the drive/petrol as I get bored driving the long way down there. I've just endured the drive from Southport to Falkirk this weekend. Pretty easy/dull stuff. I could bring the Gold Warmoth, Genz Shuttle & Schroeder 1212L if anyone's interested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david_l_perry Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 [quote name='skelf' post='402318' date='Feb 6 2009, 07:50 PM']...Cafe will sort out take away on the day. A few of you will know the cafe I am talking about....[/quote] Soup of the day....a collection of the local left over Indian, Chinese and Italian take aways blended together.....and damn...it tasted good.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skelf Posted February 10, 2009 Author Share Posted February 10, 2009 Right guys a few things on the go at this bash if I can get enough people interested. I have been in touch with Chris at Overwater and he will be coming alone with a selection of lovely Overwater basses. Also for your entertainment Eude and his band Ten Storeys High will finish the day of with a set. [url="http://www.tenstoreyshigh.com/"]Band website.[/url] I have a few other people that I am trying to line up. At the end of the day this will only be possible if there are enough people interested. Alan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreeneKing Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 At the risk of repeating myself I'll be heading up the M6 from Kendal and will gladly sweep up any stragglers. I'll probably heading North on the Saturday though. Making the most of the delights of a pint or two of 'heavy' and a bundle or two for being an 'English poof' Peter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ou7shined Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 I'm in Alan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skelf Posted February 10, 2009 Author Share Posted February 10, 2009 Good man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neepheid Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 Could be tempted with a road trip Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prosebass Posted February 16, 2009 Share Posted February 16, 2009 Hi Alan would it be possible to have the venue for a little longer than in Harrogate ? The day seemed to pass very quickly and I for one would prefer say 10am to 6pm or 11am - 7pm This would mean the early birds could get away sooner if they traveling home a way and could still have 4 - 5 hours there. Others who have been gigging Saturday could turn up later. What are your views on this ? Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr pablo Posted February 16, 2009 Share Posted February 16, 2009 I'd be well up for it if i could scrounge a lift from someone I could bring my old Ibanez rs924 or my G&L l2000 tribute if anyones interested Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skelf Posted February 17, 2009 Author Share Posted February 17, 2009 Open to suggestions as to the best opening hours so feel free to air your thoughts. Alan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david_l_perry Posted February 18, 2009 Share Posted February 18, 2009 [quote name='skelf' post='412590' date='Feb 17 2009, 11:34 PM']Open to suggestions as to the best opening hours so feel free to air your thoughts. Alan[/quote] I think it depends upon what is going on during the day. If its just a gathering to try out bass gear and look at stuff then 12ish-5ish I think is [i]plenty [/i]of time, if the plan is to have a couple of guest speakers then [i]perhaps [/i]a little more time could be handy, but I still think it probably enough for most people. You have to factor in that most poeple will have an hour or two travelling (at least) and even perhaps a hang over to nurture.... It has to be said that your ears do tend to start shutting down after a few hours of bass....its perhaps nice to break it up into a couple of talks for those who want a break from the slappity slap, boomady boom, so if it starts at 12, perhaps a first talk at 2 and then a second talk at 3.30 ish.... Just my thoughts Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niceguyhomer Posted February 18, 2009 Share Posted February 18, 2009 I think it should start at 11.00 - we could play bass for an hour and then go and shoot a guitarist. We could come back and have some lunch, play bass until 2.00 and then go out and shoot another guitarist. More bass until 3.00, then a cup of tea and we'll go out and shoot a squirrel. Did you ask - "Why a squirrel and not a guitarist?" THAT is the right attitude. Sorry I'll get my fur coat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prosebass Posted February 18, 2009 Share Posted February 18, 2009 (edited) [quote name='david_l_perry' post='412734' date='Feb 18 2009, 09:26 AM']I think it depends upon what is going on during the day. If its just a gathering to try out bass gear and look at stuff then 12ish-5ish I think is [i]plenty [/i]of time, if the plan is to have a couple of guest speakers then [i]perhaps [/i]a little more time could be handy, but I still think it probably enough for most people. You have to factor in that most poeple will have an hour or two travelling (at least) and even perhaps a hang over to nurture.... It has to be said that your ears do tend to start shutting down after a few hours of bass....its perhaps nice to break it up into a couple of talks for those who want a break from the slappity slap, boomady boom, so if it starts at 12, perhaps a first talk at 2 and then a second talk at 3.30 ish.... Just my thoughts Dave[/quote] Whilst I agree somewhat with the above, due to my "lack" of serious amplification at Harrogate people trying my basses couldn't hear themselves think let alone the basses, nor could I when playing Spoonbungs Wal even with headphones on ! If I had had more power then even more would have gone home with a headache ! With 12 - 17.00 by the time you have set up , milled around , tried a few basses , listened to a talk and had a raffle the day has gone. Maybe its not the time factor but the volume levels certain people were shoving out ! I have spoke to a few people and they though a few spoiled it for the majority at Harrogate. If we go that route we will all turn up with 1000 watt rigs and the day will be pointless. At the end of the day its up to Skelf because he has been kind enough to put this together. Paul Edited February 18, 2009 by Prosebass Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mogli66 Posted February 18, 2009 Share Posted February 18, 2009 Hey Guys I am very much up for this too. Sounds like a great idea. I could also give people in the Glasgow area a lift down. Got a Volvo V40 estate.....Its a Beast with a Gay horn!!! hahaha! Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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