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Post by rmz19 on Mar 12, 2016 1:58:44 GMT
And Samsung would have all sorts of faults occuring And Amstrad....................... And Apple would always have to be taken to court for infringing on patents
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Post by rmz19 on Mar 11, 2016 22:44:50 GMT
Looks like concept bus 'A' (red interior) is a three-door. two staircase Enviro500 MMC. Some routes could be beneficiary of these buses instead of LTs *cough* 25 *cough* Would make the bus scene more interesting if the UK bought some Lion City DDs, they look rather nice in my opinion I have to say, the interiors of both buses look smart, would have to go with bus A as a winner in my view. Not too sure about the neon green paint scheme though... I agree, bus A would also be my preferred choice over bus B irrespective of bus type and chassis - the MAN Lion City has the edge in that category. Regarding their interiors, E500 MMC appears more modern and sleek, I also like the more subtle and 'cool' colour scheme used in the interior as opposed to the warmer and brighter tone of the Lion City's interior, this is also highlighted by the matching blue LED lights of the former. It would be great to have such refinement in London's buses too, but Tri-Axles have got to be a priority in London's wish list of buses before such luxury is even considered
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Post by rmz19 on Mar 10, 2016 16:44:05 GMT
I'm slightly amused that TfL get criticized for consultations that people think are a fait-accompli, then they get slaughtered for taking account of responses to another! Because it seems when they have consultation on something that's not particularly thought through, it's 'all systems go' regardless of the views of those who reply to it but when something sensible comes up like the 25 using the flyover to save some much needed running time, then the 'oh we are now going to listen to your voices' syndrome takes over - I've probably slightly exaggerated it but you see where I'm coming from - there is little consistency. I think you hit the nail on the head, that's precisely what I was thinking too. The ironic nature of the way TFL handle their consultations is ridiculous.
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Post by rmz19 on Mar 10, 2016 0:14:53 GMT
We're also waiting for all of them to arrive and for the charging points to be installed before one hits the road. Should be 5 in total but who knows one or two may be going to another company...other news is fro April there will be a few Metrodeckers in London.
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Post by rmz19 on Mar 9, 2016 22:52:19 GMT
I can't fathom how the majority oppose the proposal and the minority agree with it, I am led to believe that the minority are logical locals who are actually aware of how beneficial this proposal would've been to the 25 if it went ahead, the rest on the other hand clearly don't give a crap about the 25's reliability and are willing to oppose this proposal just for the sake of serving a stop that is lightly used.
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Post by rmz19 on Mar 8, 2016 13:40:06 GMT
On the subject of route 18 I too find it incredible that TfL are not aware that buses on that route can be full to bursting point. It's a tremendously busy corridor and unusual in that it doesn't have that many routes overlapping it. It's analagous to the 25 in East London (long route, runs from Z1 to Z4, runs on one main corridor most of the way) but has nothing like the support / overlaps that the 25 has. I have to say I am always a bit sceptical about any proposal involving buses near Kensal Rise - the dead hand of the "oh no we're being gassed to death by buses while we sip our lattes" brigade is never far away. They'll only be happy when Kensal Rise has no bus service left. The funny thing with the 18 is that it somehow got away with being a very frequent trunk route and simultaneously a route without much assistance with the exception of sharing some parts with other routes, despite its tendency for getting seriously overcrowded at times. However by no means does the 18 always run smoothly, busy stops along the route i.e. Paddington Green w/b overflows with passengers trying to board an already full 18 in the peaks, another one shortly follows and another after that which can lead to excessive bunching at times, a current 3-4 min peak frequency plays a role in this. Imo an overlapping route would bring a significant benefit to this situation, which would see a PVR and frequency reduction to the 18, as well as a decrease in the excessive overcrowding and bunching. Extending existing routes may be another solution, however there isn't much scope for this due to the lack of available routes to feasibly extend alongside the 18, I agree that Kensal Rise does not need any more buses and I personally believe that the area is overbussed, the 28 could be rerouted to Harlesden but its max running time would potentially exceed 100 mins by a generous amount. However arriving at the conclusion of the former is debatable and it can be argued that the situation doesn't necessarily reach the extent of an overlapping route to be introduced.
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Post by rmz19 on Mar 8, 2016 12:24:06 GMT
As much as I really hate to admit it, that new face Gemini is really starting to grow on me Well can't say that's unexpected It's only a matter of time for something that doesn't conform to 'the norm' to grow more fond of it, generally speaking.
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Post by rmz19 on Mar 5, 2016 1:27:21 GMT
Too many Sams to choose from It's the safe choice in that part of the world. Kilburn, Queens Park, Forty Ave (Wembey), Kingbsury.. it's the Morley's of Brent, but more consistently good (I've had some terrible Morley's experiences going back 15+ years) There is no Sams in Queen's Park, instead a Mr Fish opposite the station, your typical fried chicken takeaway on Salusbury Road, and a Chicken Cottage and Kebab takeaway south of the station. I can't complain as they do the job and I'm very fond of the former! Although a KFC on Salusbury Road would be nice
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Post by rmz19 on Mar 2, 2016 21:21:40 GMT
SO1-5 have been sold to Ensign. NO! So sad to learn that. I will miss them. It's funny saying this, I never actually liked the Omnidekkas but now that they're going I'm actually going to miss them too, purely on the basis that they're Scanias and bus variety is somewhat decreasing, was even way more upset when the Olympus and Omnicities started to leave.
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Post by rmz19 on Mar 1, 2016 22:32:23 GMT
Singapore and Hong Kong are so much like London in terms of buses. I do like the livery out there, and I hope they might take it over to the UK. Another thing I didn't realise was that Singapore spoke so much English? Hong Kong is pure bus heaven, I would definitely recommend paying a visit. I certainly will just to experience the various bus types and enjoy the great sceneries of the city from them
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Post by rmz19 on Feb 29, 2016 22:05:50 GMT
There is a light at the end of this miserable tunnel after all! On second thought I'll refrain from speaking too soon, I said this before and the light just got further away
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Post by rmz19 on Feb 27, 2016 2:57:48 GMT
Frankly this whole boundary stuff annoys me no end. They are all strategic routes that have existed for years based on firm demand both existing and projected. There may be scope for a reduction in frequency at off peak times but whether that actually saves money is debatable. Things that cross these invisible boundary lines on a map are a bureaucrats dream. But for people living near or on them they're a pain in the backside. This is pathetic, it may sound ridiculous but this 'boundary' should be positioned way out and hover around the M25, crossing the orbital marginally in a few areas i.e. Waltham Cross and Potters Bar to accommodate all suburban bus routes, with the exception of cross-border routes. Or better yet, abolish it completely.
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Post by rmz19 on Feb 24, 2016 22:27:07 GMT
Do people really say the H&C line & Victria line - I just call them by their proper names. Same with the Metropolitan line - I don't call it the Met. I can't stand it when people shorten names like that. I think the worst is when people in America say "tranny" instead of transmission. There are nicknames too like 'The Drain' for the Waterloo & City Line because of its twisting narrow tunnels under the Thames lol, although calling it the 'WC' line wouldn't be any better
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Post by rmz19 on Feb 24, 2016 11:14:45 GMT
Playing devil's advocate, at least Baker Street Station would be served by all routes bar the 274, so getting to Baker Street would be easier saving the walk from Gloucester Place, albeit a small distance. I guess this explains the strange proposed arrangements of the bus routes in the area. Personally I would reroute the n/b 274 along Baker Street too to provide the link to London Zoo, I would also send the 30 and 74 through Gloucester Place in both directions as they would still serve Baker Street Station while relieving traffic along Baker Street. On the other hand, it can be argued that the money being spent on this scheme would be wasted as the benefit wouldn't be substantial enough.
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Post by rmz19 on Feb 23, 2016 13:00:51 GMT
So Crossrail has always been the warm up name? What will Crossrail 2 be called the Charles Line? Bad call in my opinion. I spy the dead hand of a departing Mayor. He has made this suggestion before about naming Crossrail after the Monarch. I'm ambivalent about the Monarchy - can't get excited about them but neither wandering around wishing there was a gallows going spare. I just think the inevitable colloquial use of "Lizzy Line" sounds naff and unprofessional. People do change and shorten names - "Picklydiccaly" "Vicky Line" "Met" "H&C" etc etc. Some work, some don't. 'Picklydiccaly' *catches breath* I'm eager to hear how silly it will sound in the announcements..."Change for the Circle, District, Hammersmith & City and Elizabeth Lines" It will sound ridiculously out of place
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