But in all fairness I think of the main discussion page for feedback, ideas/ thoughts and suggestions, news.
You only have to look at the number of pages for each month and you'll see theirs a huge increase in comments when new buses arrive and everyone is giving their feedback and thoughts on new brands/ interior spec/ vehicle allocation etc. Or when buses are refurbed/ repainted. For example I would really like peoples thoughts on what's next for interior bus spec? We have wifi, charging points, NSA, tables. What's next?
Dan's commented on twitter that all single deckers going forward will go back to having TFT monitors. What do we think of that? What features do we think will be a natural future progression? Bonkette style seats at the rear? Coffee machines as previously suggested for X9/X10? Digital cove displays?
But in all fairness I think of the main discussion page for feedback, ideas/ thoughts and suggestions, news.
You only have to look at the number of pages for each month and you'll see theirs a huge increase in comments when new buses arrive and everyone is giving their feedback and thoughts on new brands/ interior spec/ vehicle allocation etc. Or when buses are refurbed/ repainted. For example I would really like peoples thoughts on what's next for interior bus spec? We have wifi, charging points, NSA, tables. What's next?
Dan's commented on twitter that all single deckers going forward will go back to having TFT monitors. What do we think of that? What features do we think will be a natural future progression? Bonkette style seats at the rear? Coffee machines as previously suggested for X9/X10? Digital cove displays?
(30 Sep 2019, 6:03 pm)JP6004
I dont believe it was necessarily what was said, I think it was the fact that this forum wouldnt be the place to raise the issue, as it should be taken up with GNE who can rectify it.
To be fair I saw the post but it's not really a discussion point. In my opinion, noting the misspelling of Gateshead on a timetable or a rough sounding bus on this forum wasnt worth the effort to type. But I do however appreciate the fact that people have an eagle eye or ear and can report these things.
To me it's the same as the odd workings thread, unless its particularly note worthy like an Angel Streetdeck on the 20 etc, i dont think it's worth the effort reporting on things like corp versa on the 35 instead of a corp Scania.
Although I do think it's pointless, I have no issue with the odd workings thread as it's separated and doesn't get in the way of things.
I do however think if a discussion is worth having, it should have it's own space and this should only be used for general discussions
Maybe things like timetable issues and the state of the fleet (and perhaps even this discussion!) should have their own place in Other Discussion rather than cluttering up this thread
As the title of this topic suggests, this thread is for Latest News and Discussion, which depending on how you read that, could mean that it's only for the latest news and the discussion of said news.
(30 Sep 2019, 6:16 pm)JP6004
We all know it's you
I have a policy of only using my own facilities unless in an emergency situation!
(30 Sep 2019, 6:03 pm)JP6004
I dont believe it was necessarily what was said, I think it was the fact that this forum wouldnt be the place to raise the issue, as it should be taken up with GNE who can rectify it.
To be fair I saw the post but it's not really a discussion point. In my opinion, noting the misspelling of Gateshead on a timetable or a rough sounding bus on this forum wasnt worth the effort to type. But I do however appreciate the fact that people have an eagle eye or ear and can report these things.
To me it's the same as the odd workings thread, unless its particularly note worthy like an Angel Streetdeck on the 20 etc, i dont think it's worth the effort reporting on things like corp versa on the 35 instead of a corp Scania.
Although I do think it's pointless, I have no issue with the odd workings thread as it's separated and doesn't get in the way of things.
I do however think if a discussion is worth having, it should have it's own space and this should only be used for general discussions
Maybe things like timetable issues and the state of the fleet (and perhaps even this discussion!) should have their own place in Other Discussion rather than cluttering up this thread
As the title of this topic suggests, this thread is for Latest News and Discussion, which depending on how you read that, could mean that it's only for the latest news and the discussion of said news.
(30 Sep 2019, 6:16 pm)JP6004
We all know it's you
I have a policy of only using my own facilities unless in an emergency situation!
Do we have any idea as of yet how many buses Wright had ready for GNE. I know two were pictured outside the factory but no word on how far along the rest were.
If the issues with Wright do go more south than they already have, are we likely to see those two street decks still on there way to GNE with them being used on the X21 as the 2 new buses, after a short repaint to follow through with the original plans on the X21.
Do we have any idea as of yet how many buses Wright had ready for GNE. I know two were pictured outside the factory but no word on how far along the rest were.
If the issues with Wright do go more south than they already have, are we likely to see those two street decks still on there way to GNE with them being used on the X21 as the 2 new buses, after a short repaint to follow through with the original plans on the X21.
(30 Sep 2019, 6:45 pm)Arcticrossy92Do we have any idea as of yet how many buses Wright had ready for GNE. I know two were pictured outside the factory but no word on how far along the rest were.
If the issues with Wright do go more south than they already have, are we likely to see those two street decks still on there way to GNE with them being used on the X21 as the 2 new buses, after a short repaint to follow through with the original plans on the X21.
I'd imagine at least 3. As Cmba06 said yesterday, you wouldnt imagine they would move to different colour scheme after 1 bus. I'd imagine 2 blue Xlines have been done with at least 1 green
(30 Sep 2019, 6:45 pm)Arcticrossy92Do we have any idea as of yet how many buses Wright had ready for GNE. I know two were pictured outside the factory but no word on how far along the rest were.
If the issues with Wright do go more south than they already have, are we likely to see those two street decks still on there way to GNE with them being used on the X21 as the 2 new buses, after a short repaint to follow through with the original plans on the X21.
I'd imagine at least 3. As Cmba06 said yesterday, you wouldnt imagine they would move to different colour scheme after 1 bus. I'd imagine 2 blue Xlines have been done with at least 1 green
(30 Sep 2019, 6:45 pm)Arcticrossy92Do we have any idea as of yet how many buses Wright had ready for GNE. I know two were pictured outside the factory but no word on how far along the rest were.
If the issues with Wright do go more south than they already have, are we likely to see those two street decks still on there way to GNE with them being used on the X21 as the 2 new buses, after a short repaint to follow through with the original plans on the X21.
In my opinion I would think that both blue are complete and the 1 green as seen in photo, I would imagine that a few others might not have been far off, will we see them, I suppose it would depend on the warranty issue. I think the major sticking point on the viability of Wrights is the owners “charitable” donations to the church and the extortionate rent being quoted by said owner of land and church.
(30 Sep 2019, 6:45 pm)Arcticrossy92Do we have any idea as of yet how many buses Wright had ready for GNE. I know two were pictured outside the factory but no word on how far along the rest were.
If the issues with Wright do go more south than they already have, are we likely to see those two street decks still on there way to GNE with them being used on the X21 as the 2 new buses, after a short repaint to follow through with the original plans on the X21.
In my opinion I would think that both blue are complete and the 1 green as seen in photo, I would imagine that a few others might not have been far off, will we see them, I suppose it would depend on the warranty issue. I think the major sticking point on the viability of Wrights is the owners “charitable” donations to the church and the extortionate rent being quoted by said owner of land and church.
(30 Sep 2019, 6:28 pm)JP6004But in all fairness I think of the main discussion page for feedback, ideas/ thoughts and suggestions, news.
You only have to look at the number of pages for each month and you'll see theirs a huge increase in comments when new buses arrive and everyone is giving their feedback and thoughts on new brands/ interior spec/ vehicle allocation etc. Or when buses are refurbed/ repainted. For example I would really like peoples thoughts on what's next for interior bus spec? We have wifi, charging points, NSA, tables. What's next?
Dan's commented on twitter that all single deckers going forward will go back to having TFT monitors. What do we think of that? What features do we think will be a natural future progression? Bonkette style seats at the rear? Coffee machines as previously suggested for X9/X10? Digital cove displays?
I personally think the spec of the Angel StreetDecks is about as good as you can get without making compromises on capacity. Plus, I've already made my preference for leather seats clear, if only because they're easier to clean, especially with the kind of people that travel on the X21 on a night. I was on once where someone managed to spill a bottle of Lambrini all over the table, seats and floor while trying to fill my empty coffee cup that they'd just came over and taken!
I prefer the LED displays from a convenience perspective because they're easier to read, but if what Dan is saying is true and you can actually read them from the back of the bus, then I think my preference may change! The displays on the 10 are absolutely awful, when they are working that is, and as someone who doesn't really know the area (despite living in the area most my life!) it makes getting off at the right stop quite difficult.
I'm a simple man when it comes to bus seating, but there are a few reasons why I prefer sitting at a table, the first is purely down to leg room! If I was able to sit at a regular seat without scraping my knees I would sit there. I also use the table to put my laptop on so I can work while travelling, but I could just put it on my lap if there was adequate leg room. Thirdly, I also prefer sitting backwards. I don't particularly like sitting sideways, it's one of the reasons I never really liked the Tube when I was down in London.
As for coffee machines, assuming they use the same coffee machine that they have in Spoons, I'm all in! If they use Starbucks, then I'd rather drink battery acid!
(30 Sep 2019, 6:45 pm)Arcticrossy92If the issues with Wright do go more south than they already have, are we likely to see those two street decks still on there way to GNE with them being used on the X21 as the 2 new buses, after a short repaint to follow through with the original plans on the X21.
I think if a buyer isn't found, assuming they're near enough finished, the administrators might choose to sell those StreetDecks to GNE, but if I were GNE at that point I would probably just walk away as with no warranty it probably isn't worth the hassle
(30 Sep 2019, 6:28 pm)JP6004But in all fairness I think of the main discussion page for feedback, ideas/ thoughts and suggestions, news.
You only have to look at the number of pages for each month and you'll see theirs a huge increase in comments when new buses arrive and everyone is giving their feedback and thoughts on new brands/ interior spec/ vehicle allocation etc. Or when buses are refurbed/ repainted. For example I would really like peoples thoughts on what's next for interior bus spec? We have wifi, charging points, NSA, tables. What's next?
Dan's commented on twitter that all single deckers going forward will go back to having TFT monitors. What do we think of that? What features do we think will be a natural future progression? Bonkette style seats at the rear? Coffee machines as previously suggested for X9/X10? Digital cove displays?
I personally think the spec of the Angel StreetDecks is about as good as you can get without making compromises on capacity. Plus, I've already made my preference for leather seats clear, if only because they're easier to clean, especially with the kind of people that travel on the X21 on a night. I was on once where someone managed to spill a bottle of Lambrini all over the table, seats and floor while trying to fill my empty coffee cup that they'd just came over and taken!
I prefer the LED displays from a convenience perspective because they're easier to read, but if what Dan is saying is true and you can actually read them from the back of the bus, then I think my preference may change! The displays on the 10 are absolutely awful, when they are working that is, and as someone who doesn't really know the area (despite living in the area most my life!) it makes getting off at the right stop quite difficult.
I'm a simple man when it comes to bus seating, but there are a few reasons why I prefer sitting at a table, the first is purely down to leg room! If I was able to sit at a regular seat without scraping my knees I would sit there. I also use the table to put my laptop on so I can work while travelling, but I could just put it on my lap if there was adequate leg room. Thirdly, I also prefer sitting backwards. I don't particularly like sitting sideways, it's one of the reasons I never really liked the Tube when I was down in London.
As for coffee machines, assuming they use the same coffee machine that they have in Spoons, I'm all in! If they use Starbucks, then I'd rather drink battery acid!
(30 Sep 2019, 6:45 pm)Arcticrossy92If the issues with Wright do go more south than they already have, are we likely to see those two street decks still on there way to GNE with them being used on the X21 as the 2 new buses, after a short repaint to follow through with the original plans on the X21.
I think if a buyer isn't found, assuming they're near enough finished, the administrators might choose to sell those StreetDecks to GNE, but if I were GNE at that point I would probably just walk away as with no warranty it probably isn't worth the hassle
(30 Sep 2019, 7:00 pm)streetdeckfan
I personally think the spec of the Angel StreetDecks is about as good as you can get without making compromises on capacity. Plus, I've already made my preference for leather seats clear, if only because they're easier to clean, especially with the kind of people that travel on the X21 on a night. I was on once where someone managed to spill a bottle of Lambrini all over the table, seats and floor while trying to fill my empty coffee cup that they'd just came over and taken!
I prefer the LED displays from a convenience perspective because they're easier to read, but if what Dan is saying is true and you can actually read them from the back of the bus, then I think my preference may change! The displays on the 10 are absolutely awful, when they are working that is, and as someone who doesn't really know the area (despite living in the area most my life!) it makes getting off at the right stop quite difficult.
I'm a simple man when it comes to bus seating, but there are a few reasons why I prefer sitting at a table, the first is purely down to leg room! If I was able to sit at a regular seat without scraping my knees I would sit there. I also use the table to put my laptop on so I can work while travelling, but I could just put it on my lap if there was adequate leg room. Thirdly, I also prefer sitting backwards. I don't particularly like sitting sideways, it's one of the reasons I never really liked the Tube when I was down in London.
As for coffee machines, assuming they use the same coffee machine that they have in Spoons, I'm all in! If they use Starbucks, then I'd rather drink battery acid!
I think if a buyer isn't found, assuming they're near enough finished, the administrators might choose to sell those StreetDecks to GNE, but if I were GNE at that point I would probably just walk away as with no warranty it probably isn't worth the hassle
I'd really like to see under the stairs utilised in some fashion, whether it is coffee machine, extra luggage bay, or umbrella stand 
(30 Sep 2019, 7:00 pm)streetdeckfan
I personally think the spec of the Angel StreetDecks is about as good as you can get without making compromises on capacity. Plus, I've already made my preference for leather seats clear, if only because they're easier to clean, especially with the kind of people that travel on the X21 on a night. I was on once where someone managed to spill a bottle of Lambrini all over the table, seats and floor while trying to fill my empty coffee cup that they'd just came over and taken!
I prefer the LED displays from a convenience perspective because they're easier to read, but if what Dan is saying is true and you can actually read them from the back of the bus, then I think my preference may change! The displays on the 10 are absolutely awful, when they are working that is, and as someone who doesn't really know the area (despite living in the area most my life!) it makes getting off at the right stop quite difficult.
I'm a simple man when it comes to bus seating, but there are a few reasons why I prefer sitting at a table, the first is purely down to leg room! If I was able to sit at a regular seat without scraping my knees I would sit there. I also use the table to put my laptop on so I can work while travelling, but I could just put it on my lap if there was adequate leg room. Thirdly, I also prefer sitting backwards. I don't particularly like sitting sideways, it's one of the reasons I never really liked the Tube when I was down in London.
As for coffee machines, assuming they use the same coffee machine that they have in Spoons, I'm all in! If they use Starbucks, then I'd rather drink battery acid!
I think if a buyer isn't found, assuming they're near enough finished, the administrators might choose to sell those StreetDecks to GNE, but if I were GNE at that point I would probably just walk away as with no warranty it probably isn't worth the hassle
I'd really like to see under the stairs utilised in some fashion, whether it is coffee machine, extra luggage bay, or umbrella stand
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