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minus JC who'd left old TG previously and James May - most forget he was actually on old TG for a bit
have to admit I didn't recall that, but wikipedia confirms he was.
but he wasn't in season 1 of new TG.
Isn't VBH's bloke part of the TG production team? Always assumed that's why earlier new TG and 5th Gear were trying to out-copy each other.
andytherocketeer -Isn't VBH's bloke part of the TG production team? Always assumed that's why earlier new TG and 5th Gear were trying to out-copy each other.
Jon Bentley was a producer on Top gear when the show got cancelled, and they subsequently all went to Ch5 where he produced Fifth Gear. I don't know if he's VBH's bloke. I think a number of key production personnel from Top Gear went to Fifth Gear, not just the presenters.
Initially they weren't trying to copy TG, they were trying to make TG only the BBC wouldn't let them use the name.
Anyway, current Fifth Gear has the balance right (minus the jonnie character) and if you have an interest in cars it's much better than TG. having said that, Youtube is better again.
People on here who like Top Gear seem really offended if you don't like it.
Always amazes me a program aimed at middle-aged middle-England middle class whiny cockbags is so popular on STW. Can't think why.
People on here who like Top Gear seem really offended if you don't like it.
I can't think why.
Always amazes me a program aimed at middle-aged middle-England middle class whiny cockbags is so popular on STW. Can't think why.
Ah! That'll be why.
It's all scripted and it's not really about the cars anymore.
[quote=jekkyl ]It's all scripted and it's not really about the cars anymore.
Bingo!
I'd be in the still watching just in case they accidentally do something as good as they used to rather than just repeating the same old rubbish camp, if it wasn't that I've developed a completely rational hatred of Jezza after realising that it isn't all an act.
Personally I'd rather they just commission more of May doing stuff like sending action man into space.
The preview show was awkward and pretty dire
However , I like Top Gear. JC is a knob but he makes me laugh
Yes it's scripted, yes it's stupid
but I enjoy it
and I'm still completely baffled why people get so wound up about it
turn over
It's all scripted and it's not really about the cars anymore.
So?
This forum isn't about cycling anymore either.... 😉
Personally I'd rather they just commission more of May doing stuff like sending action man into space
That was fun (well the barbie bit was) 🙂
Most TV is scripted.
However , I like Top Gear. JC is a knob but he makes me laughYes it's scripted, yes it's stupid
but I enjoy it
and I'm still completely baffled why people get so wound up about it
turn over
Couldn't agree more. But I am prepared to be shouted at by the usual bores who bang on about it on here.
I'm getting pretty bored of it now, but doubtless I'll still watch it and be underwhelmed.
For my tastes it would be x100 better if someone told them they didn't have to be nobheads to get ratings - they set up some interesting escapades and adventures using more-or-less suitable / interesting cars and just as I'm starting to vaguely enjoy it they inevitably get to the bit where they have start vandalising each other's vehicles, which I just look at and think "you're deliberately being a dick - why am I supposed to be impressed by that?"
It does make the BBC A LOT of money though.
😐
There's always Call The Midwife on the other side!
Excellent, that's my evening viewing sorted, and they ride bicycles as well 🙂
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Can I just make a little suggestion, that rather than discussing this on a bike website you go to motoring willy wavers and dicuss it there as this endless tedious discussion is a tiny bit dull.
Can I just make a little suggestion, that rather than discussing this on a bike website you go to motoring willy wavers and dicuss it there as this endless tedious discussion is a tiny bit dull.
Another idea, why not just not read the thread if it upsets you that much... 🙄
Can I just make a little suggestion, that rather than discussing this on a bike website you go to motoring willy wavers and dicuss it there as this endless tedious discussion is a tiny bit dull.
Read a different thread then, there is plenty of content here for everyone.
Can I just make a little suggestion, that rather than discussing this on a bike website you go to motoring willy wavers and dicuss it there as this endless tedious discussion is a tiny bit dull.
It's a chat forum. It's open anything that doesn't break the rules.
as this endless tedious discussion is a tiny bit dull.
It's a shame you couldn't bring anything to it that might make it more interesting.
Clarkson out.
Martin in.
That would stop Hammond acting like a total **** as well.
It is just a light entertainment show and has occasional flashes of brilliance. The Reliant Robin in Sheffield springs to mind.
Top Gear's had it's day. JC is even being upstaged by [url= http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-30932747 ]Ray Mears[/url]
I do sometimes wonder if people actually read before they comment.
This thread has just cemented it as a resounding no.
I have nothing useful or pertinent to add. Top Gear threads are usually the place for this.
Does anybody else wonder if people read before they comment?
Drac - Moderator
[s]BathtubHe's not a real Hamster
Races aren't real
I hate JC[/s]
[u]I don't like other people's opinions on this[/u]
That'll save a few posts.
FTFY
I do sometimes wonder if people actually read before they comment.
Read what?
I get the impression that most people, other than jekyll, didn't even read the OP.
Wait what? I thought you could only read the last page of the thread.
say what you like it will never be cancelled because it makes to much money for the BBC 😉
I enjoyed the "build your own caravan" and the one with the exploding train.
It's also amusing to watch JC "prod the dog" to see how far he can go with it before he gets bitten...
Drac - Moderator
[s]BathtubHe's not a real Hamster
Races aren't real
I hate JC[/s]
[u]I don't like other people's opinions on this[/u]
That'll save a few posts.
FTFY
Well you fixed for yourself I'd say.
It's also amusing to watch JC "prod the dog" to see how far he can go with it before he gets bitten...
I assume this is some sort of figurative thing but JC getting bitten by a dog is something I'd happily watch again and again. I'm not one of the haters and I will be watching it, but a dog sinking its teeth into Clarkson's leg would make fantastic telly. 👿
His ice bucket 'challenge' is on youtube if you want to see his son dump a bucket of water over him while he was napping in the garden.
Also whilst we're on the subject, did may and hammond get the job by replying to open auditions that the bbc held or did I just dream it?
The previous TG was completely different with tiff needell and a couple of other blokes as well as Clarkson doing the car bits.
I assume this is some sort of figurative thing
"There's a slope on it..."
Anyway, TG was much better when William Woollard presented it.
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Staying away from the usual, I watched an old episode yesterday morning on Dave - 2005, the Isle of Man/Trevor Eve one.
It was good - they treated the audience as adults, it was fun and still pretty fresh.
I went off it and stopped watching regularly halfway through the next series, as it had started to become too much of a self parody.
I'd never been able to stand JC & and I quite enjoyed seeing how many golf bags Chris Goffey could fit into a Citroen.
🙂
I catch the odd episode now and again, if it sounds half decent, but I can't believe how bad it's become.
I apologise for the serious content of this post.
I can't wait to hear some jokes about Hammond's height.
Maybe they'll joke about each others distended stomachs that makes them look like they are smuggling a Turkey roast under a table cloth? 😆
There's a very nice Pinarello 🙂
Is it to early for the [s]self proclaimed[/s] "Big hitters" to complain yet?
Well that explains why froomy did so well, his bike only weights 860g... 🙄
Hamster down
😆
Oooops!
Teetosugars the bighitters/attention seekers will be along shortly to tell you how much they are offended 🙂
How do the tax payers feel about paying for a £400 rear mech?