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850
09 Nov 2013, 12:18 pm
(09 Nov 2013, 11:49 am)Kuyoyo The clearance under the Metro Bridge on the Gateshead bound section is about 11ft-ish! The few trips on the 10 that use Centrelink use the lower road, the one the X66 would normally use towards the MetroCentre.

I honestly don't think it's worth the investment for the X66. Once you make it upstairs, you'll have to come down within a few minutes. Plus, they'll get ruined within weeks!
BJ10VUS
09 Nov 2013, 12:18 pm #281

(09 Nov 2013, 11:49 am)Kuyoyo The clearance under the Metro Bridge on the Gateshead bound section is about 11ft-ish! The few trips on the 10 that use Centrelink use the lower road, the one the X66 would normally use towards the MetroCentre.

I honestly don't think it's worth the investment for the X66. Once you make it upstairs, you'll have to come down within a few minutes. Plus, they'll get ruined within weeks!

Dan
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09 Nov 2013, 12:26 pm
(09 Nov 2013, 12:16 pm)Kuyoyo No deckers will fit under, that's is 100% certain.

I think Loops aren't meant to go via the Centrelink just in case... Deckers are out of the question.
Dan
09 Nov 2013, 12:26 pm #282

(09 Nov 2013, 12:16 pm)Kuyoyo No deckers will fit under, that's is 100% certain.

I think Loops aren't meant to go via the Centrelink just in case... Deckers are out of the question.

3238
09 Nov 2013, 12:28 pm
(09 Nov 2013, 11:42 am)Adam Malarkey I don't think the Metro Bridge will be a problem - Photo by NEB's Own Daniel Graham - http://www.flickr.com/photos/danielgrahamm/9915553855/, Like I said last night does the X66 really need use the Centrelink as I think it would be quicker going via A184 Askew Road going to and from the MetroCentre thus allowing it to use Gemini 2's without a Problem.

The A184 heading into Gateshead is a nightmare, so to have buses stuck in that traffic would not be ideal. It is the Metro Bridge I was thinking of, and if you travel on a X66 coming towards it, you even think the single decker is not going to go through.
citaro5284
09 Nov 2013, 12:28 pm #283

(09 Nov 2013, 11:42 am)Adam Malarkey I don't think the Metro Bridge will be a problem - Photo by NEB's Own Daniel Graham - http://www.flickr.com/photos/danielgrahamm/9915553855/, Like I said last night does the X66 really need use the Centrelink as I think it would be quicker going via A184 Askew Road going to and from the MetroCentre thus allowing it to use Gemini 2's without a Problem.

The A184 heading into Gateshead is a nightmare, so to have buses stuck in that traffic would not be ideal. It is the Metro Bridge I was thinking of, and if you travel on a X66 coming towards it, you even think the single decker is not going to go through.

56
09 Nov 2013, 12:31 pm
The new Venture Solo looks good.
Is the 689 operated by Venture or Tynedale? I thought it was Venture since the first run is Consett-Hexham! A new Solo would work well.
grandad
09 Nov 2013, 12:31 pm #284

The new Venture Solo looks good.
Is the 689 operated by Venture or Tynedale? I thought it was Venture since the first run is Consett-Hexham! A new Solo would work well.

gtom
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1316
09 Nov 2013, 12:38 pm
(09 Nov 2013, 11:36 am)aureolin DAF leaving do in the Market Tavern tonight, courtesy of gtomlinson. Wink not really!

Yes I've created a special event

[Image: GoodRiddance_Logo.png]
gtom
09 Nov 2013, 12:38 pm #285

(09 Nov 2013, 11:36 am)aureolin DAF leaving do in the Market Tavern tonight, courtesy of gtomlinson. Wink not really!

Yes I've created a special event

[Image: GoodRiddance_Logo.png]

3238
09 Nov 2013, 12:38 pm
(09 Nov 2013, 12:29 pm)Liam Clearance on the section up to Gateshead is 3.3 metres beneath the Metro bridge. Dan is right, the LOOP examples didn't use Centrelink when they operated on a Saturday previously, they would always operate via Askew Road and Bensham bank.

Definately get a decker through there Tongue
citaro5284
09 Nov 2013, 12:38 pm #286

(09 Nov 2013, 12:29 pm)Liam Clearance on the section up to Gateshead is 3.3 metres beneath the Metro bridge. Dan is right, the LOOP examples didn't use Centrelink when they operated on a Saturday previously, they would always operate via Askew Road and Bensham bank.

Definately get a decker through there Tongue

gtom
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1316
09 Nov 2013, 12:40 pm
I can see why an upgrade for the X66 was suggested and we've seen DD examples work the MC previously. It doesn't really matter what route they take at Christmas as it tends to get very busy around there anyway
gtom
09 Nov 2013, 12:40 pm #287

I can see why an upgrade for the X66 was suggested and we've seen DD examples work the MC previously. It doesn't really matter what route they take at Christmas as it tends to get very busy around there anyway

3238
09 Nov 2013, 12:58 pm
(09 Nov 2013, 12:38 pm)gtomlinson Yes I've created a special event

[Image: GoodRiddance_Logo.png]

Don't count your chickens before they hatch Big Grin
citaro5284
09 Nov 2013, 12:58 pm #288

(09 Nov 2013, 12:38 pm)gtomlinson Yes I've created a special event

[Image: GoodRiddance_Logo.png]

Don't count your chickens before they hatch Big Grin

gtom
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1316
09 Nov 2013, 1:40 pm
Anyone else think that Venture logo looks like it was nicked from the entrance of a theme park?
gtom
09 Nov 2013, 1:40 pm #289

Anyone else think that Venture logo looks like it was nicked from the entrance of a theme park?

14273
09 Nov 2013, 1:47 pm
(09 Nov 2013, 1:40 pm)gtomlinson Anyone else think that Venture logo looks like it was nicked from the entrance of a theme park?

I was thinking more of a naff, SuperMan rip off.

VentureMan will be cursing whoever stole the logo from his outfit!
His powers will be depleted and he won't be able to defend Botham City from his arch nemesis The Poker

'Illegitimis non carborundum'
Andreos1
09 Nov 2013, 1:47 pm #290

(09 Nov 2013, 1:40 pm)gtomlinson Anyone else think that Venture logo looks like it was nicked from the entrance of a theme park?

I was thinking more of a naff, SuperMan rip off.

VentureMan will be cursing whoever stole the logo from his outfit!
His powers will be depleted and he won't be able to defend Botham City from his arch nemesis The Poker


'Illegitimis non carborundum'

09 Nov 2013, 2:27 pm
(09 Nov 2013, 1:47 pm)andreos1 I was thinking more of a naff, SuperMan rip off.

VentureMan will be cursing whoever stole the logo from his outfit!
His powers will be depleted and he won't be able to defend Botham City from his arch nemesis The Poker

And promotion girls dressed as wonder woman? Or am I reading too much into this? Tongue

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Adrian
09 Nov 2013, 2:27 pm #291

(09 Nov 2013, 1:47 pm)andreos1 I was thinking more of a naff, SuperMan rip off.

VentureMan will be cursing whoever stole the logo from his outfit!
His powers will be depleted and he won't be able to defend Botham City from his arch nemesis The Poker

And promotion girls dressed as wonder woman? Or am I reading too much into this? Tongue


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09 Nov 2013, 2:28 pm
(09 Nov 2013, 1:40 pm)gtomlinson Anyone else think that Venture logo looks like it was nicked from the entrance of a theme park?

I actually think GNE are starting to crack it with their branding. Easy on the eye and effective. Rather than painful and tatty.

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Adrian
09 Nov 2013, 2:28 pm #292

(09 Nov 2013, 1:40 pm)gtomlinson Anyone else think that Venture logo looks like it was nicked from the entrance of a theme park?

I actually think GNE are starting to crack it with their branding. Easy on the eye and effective. Rather than painful and tatty.


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09 Nov 2013, 2:41 pm
(09 Nov 2013, 2:27 pm)aureolin And promotion girls dressed as wonder woman? Or am I reading too much into this? Tongue

Whey, if you want promotion girls dressed as wonder woman, I am sure it can be arranged.

GNE are seemingly upping the ante with their new launches. It has gone from free cups of coffee, to bars of chocolate - the logical next step must be promotion girls dressed as wonder woman! Wink

Now where has that fella who gets involved and possibly organises these events got to!

'Illegitimis non carborundum'
Andreos1
09 Nov 2013, 2:41 pm #293

(09 Nov 2013, 2:27 pm)aureolin And promotion girls dressed as wonder woman? Or am I reading too much into this? Tongue

Whey, if you want promotion girls dressed as wonder woman, I am sure it can be arranged.

GNE are seemingly upping the ante with their new launches. It has gone from free cups of coffee, to bars of chocolate - the logical next step must be promotion girls dressed as wonder woman! Wink

Now where has that fella who gets involved and possibly organises these events got to!


'Illegitimis non carborundum'

09 Nov 2013, 2:45 pm
(09 Nov 2013, 2:41 pm)andreos1 Whey, if you want promotion girls dressed as wonder woman, I am sure it can be arranged.

GNE are seemingly upping the ante with their new launches. It has gone from free cups of coffee, to bars of chocolate - the logical next step must be promotion girls dressed as wonder woman! Wink

Now where has that fella who gets involved and possibly organises these events got to!

Got my inspiration from the photo album GNE posted on their Facebook page. But yeah, I quite like the promotions they're doing. Gets people involved, although I think they'd have to go some way to beat their own 'The Key' launch and the flash mobs.

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Adrian
09 Nov 2013, 2:45 pm #294

(09 Nov 2013, 2:41 pm)andreos1 Whey, if you want promotion girls dressed as wonder woman, I am sure it can be arranged.

GNE are seemingly upping the ante with their new launches. It has gone from free cups of coffee, to bars of chocolate - the logical next step must be promotion girls dressed as wonder woman! Wink

Now where has that fella who gets involved and possibly organises these events got to!

Got my inspiration from the photo album GNE posted on their Facebook page. But yeah, I quite like the promotions they're doing. Gets people involved, although I think they'd have to go some way to beat their own 'The Key' launch and the flash mobs.


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09 Nov 2013, 3:05 pm
(09 Nov 2013, 12:29 pm)Liam Clearance on the section up to Gateshead is 3.3 metres beneath the Metro bridge. Dan is right, the LOOP examples didn't use Centrelink when they operated on a Saturday previously, they would always operate via Askew Road and Bensham bank.

Little perspective shot for ya Cool

Jesus that is low, I guess Geminis wouldn't be ideal after all unless it was to operate a Different Route
Malarkey
09 Nov 2013, 3:05 pm #295

(09 Nov 2013, 12:29 pm)Liam Clearance on the section up to Gateshead is 3.3 metres beneath the Metro bridge. Dan is right, the LOOP examples didn't use Centrelink when they operated on a Saturday previously, they would always operate via Askew Road and Bensham bank.

Little perspective shot for ya Cool

Jesus that is low, I guess Geminis wouldn't be ideal after all unless it was to operate a Different Route

gtom
Banned
1316
09 Nov 2013, 3:19 pm
(09 Nov 2013, 3:05 pm)Adam Malarkey Jesus that is low, I guess Geminis wouldn't be ideal after all unless it was to operate a Different Route

Using Geminis would be a very cost effective way of Go Ahead bidding for the City Sightseeing Open Top tour

Just had a look at the new timetable for the Quaylink, it says revised route but I can't see any different? My eyes may be failing. Any light shed on this?
gtom
09 Nov 2013, 3:19 pm #296

(09 Nov 2013, 3:05 pm)Adam Malarkey Jesus that is low, I guess Geminis wouldn't be ideal after all unless it was to operate a Different Route

Using Geminis would be a very cost effective way of Go Ahead bidding for the City Sightseeing Open Top tour

Just had a look at the new timetable for the Quaylink, it says revised route but I can't see any different? My eyes may be failing. Any light shed on this?

850
09 Nov 2013, 3:58 pm
(09 Nov 2013, 3:19 pm)gtomlinson Using Geminis would be a very cost effective way of Go Ahead bidding for the City Sightseeing Open Top tour

Just had a look at the new timetable for the Quaylink, it says revised route but I can't see any different? My eyes may be failing. Any light shed on this?

Think I asked this a few months ago? I think it's to do with the route now operating via Bottle Bank instead of turning right at the lights before the Tyne Bridge.
BJ10VUS
09 Nov 2013, 3:58 pm #297

(09 Nov 2013, 3:19 pm)gtomlinson Using Geminis would be a very cost effective way of Go Ahead bidding for the City Sightseeing Open Top tour

Just had a look at the new timetable for the Quaylink, it says revised route but I can't see any different? My eyes may be failing. Any light shed on this?

Think I asked this a few months ago? I think it's to do with the route now operating via Bottle Bank instead of turning right at the lights before the Tyne Bridge.

DanPicken
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09 Nov 2013, 4:58 pm
8247 is out in service on 88a was 16:12 from Jarrow to shields and 8294 got took away presumaily to be repainted
DanPicken
09 Nov 2013, 4:58 pm #298

8247 is out in service on 88a was 16:12 from Jarrow to shields and 8294 got took away presumaily to be repainted

237
09 Nov 2013, 5:03 pm
(09 Nov 2013, 2:41 pm)andreos1 Whey, if you want promotion girls dressed as wonder woman, I am sure it can be arranged.

GNE are seemingly upping the ante with their new launches. It has gone from free cups of coffee, to bars of chocolate - the logical next step must be promotion girls dressed as wonder woman! Wink

Now where has that fella who gets involved and possibly organises these events got to!

Somebody's got to do the ironing !
busman101
09 Nov 2013, 5:03 pm #299

(09 Nov 2013, 2:41 pm)andreos1 Whey, if you want promotion girls dressed as wonder woman, I am sure it can be arranged.

GNE are seemingly upping the ante with their new launches. It has gone from free cups of coffee, to bars of chocolate - the logical next step must be promotion girls dressed as wonder woman! Wink

Now where has that fella who gets involved and possibly organises these events got to!

Somebody's got to do the ironing !

237
09 Nov 2013, 5:09 pm
(09 Nov 2013, 12:38 pm)gtomlinson Yes I've created a special event

[Image: GoodRiddance_Logo.png]

Don't get too excited, especially if you're off to Lumiere and if you are, park at either Sniperley, Belmont, Merryoaks or Howlands ! Plus, there's the extra 21's & X21's as well !!!
busman101
09 Nov 2013, 5:09 pm #300

(09 Nov 2013, 12:38 pm)gtomlinson Yes I've created a special event

[Image: GoodRiddance_Logo.png]

Don't get too excited, especially if you're off to Lumiere and if you are, park at either Sniperley, Belmont, Merryoaks or Howlands ! Plus, there's the extra 21's & X21's as well !!!

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