Top Gear - Gibb Quod bikeski

[Bigmuz7]

I went to the live show in Glasgow a couple of weeks ago, and liked it, which inspired me to start watching the show again, but I agree with the sentiments, still gave me a good laugh, but it does need a format change. Clarkson hates all the PC/HSE overkill , so the show is a bit tongue in cheek on that regard. I wouldn't be too keen doing 40mph on that ski without a PFD though !

*edit* fek me the show was expensive

[Cookee]

I have done quite a bit of work on water as a commercial skipper for BBC, the other side(s) and film, the requirements are very restrictive and you can bet all of the crew were wearing appropriate safety kit and if you can bear to watch it again you will see a boat close by at all times (it was the same one over two days), the exception is always "The talent" which in this case would include JC so whether you like it or not he probably wasn't even breaking BBC H and S rules.

I seem to be in the minority in that I look forward to Top Gear!

[Chris Caton]

Originally Posted by Cookee

I have done quite a bit of work on water as a commercial skipper for BBC, the other side(s) and film, the requirements are very restrictive and you can bet all of the crew were wearing appropriate safety kit and if you can bear to watch it again you will see a boat close by at all times (it was the same one over two days), the exception is always "The talent" which in this case would include JC so whether you like it or not he probably wasn't even breaking BBC H and S rules.

I seem to be in the minority in that I look forward to Top Gear!

maybe a minority of 2 Cookee, I'm with you

[lakelandterrier]

Originally Posted by Chris Caton

maybe a minority of 2 Cookee, I'm with you

Minority of 3 - I still enjoy it. The bit on the military vehicles in Afghanistan was interesting. Wish they would go back to spending some time testing normal cars that viewers might actually buy!

[HUMBER P4VWL]

I don't think there's just 2 based on the number of people that watched it. Problem is, people look forward to it, but want it improved.

[Jizm]

Originally Posted by lakelandterrier

Minority of 3 - I still enjoy it. The bit on the military vehicles in Afghanistan was interesting. Wish they would go back to spending some time testing normal cars that viewers might actually buy!

McLaren P1. For wealthy viewers to buy...

[C2 RIBS]

Originally Posted by GJ0KYZ

Err, that's the whole idea of the show isn't it? It's not so much a motoring programme; it's three middle-aged men acting as though they're teenagers. I can't believe any comments on this thread are serious!

Agree thats how they sell themselves, producers comments recently said it was like having kids on show each week, thats what they aim at, and for me I love it

[SIBer]

Agree no helmet then no PFD -Twit
But then how many jet skiers wear jeans - Twit*2

TopGear is now light entertainment rather than a car show. Take it for what it is now - One if the BBCs biggest exports. Its a sit com about cars.

For real info about the cars we drive look on you tube for car buyer.

[Lee argyle]

Originally Posted by Pikey Dave

So are McDonalds but it doesn't mean they're not sh1te

Maybe, but I bet you've had one or two Big Mac's in your time

[lakelandterrier]

Originally Posted by Lee argyle

Maybe, but I bet you've had one or two Big Mac's in your time

Is that a euphanism???

[Pikey Dave]

Originally Posted by Lee argyle

Maybe, but I bet you've had one or two Big Mac's in your time

If you mean the manky piece of meat squeezed between 2 buns with a limp gherkin on top..........never

But I have spent a fair amount of time in the dodgier parts of Glasgy

[Bigmuz7]

Originally Posted by Pikey Dave

If you mean the manky piece of meat squeezed between 2 buns

Yes ! .. still a euphemism

[Barrowboy]

Originally Posted by Bigmuz7

Yes ! .. still a euphemism

[Pikey Dave]

Originally Posted by Barrowboy

Dunno what you mean

[tim griffin]

Originally Posted by lakelandterrier

Have to say I liked the Gibb Quod bike/ski thing on Top Gear tonight - and for £26K- I'm impressed. Would love to have one.

However - Not quite so sure of BBC / Clarkson bombing around Lake Como at speed with no PFD of any description, or a helmet-the later useful on the land bit as well. I' not one for the H&S police, but I did think this is not good practice. He was wearing the kill cord (around his wrist) though.

What's the opinion of the Ribnet jury?

Is there a link with more details as considering going into semi retirement next year and working as a freelance Instructor and sounds like it could be an ideal mode of transport across the Solent for work on the mainland.
Tim

[gtb]

Quadski Quadbike and Jetski all in One

[gtb]

... or if your retirement fund is doing well -> Water Car

[tim griffin]

Originally Posted by gtb

... or if your retirement fund is doing well -> Water Car

Tempting
Tim

[HUMBER P4VWL]

Originally Posted by gtb

... or if your retirement fund is doing well -> Water Car

I think that's brilliant. Though a uk "looking" version would be good.

[gotchiguy]

Originally Posted by Dhf

Its only a comedy/car show, out of all the crap on tv, its a higher quality crap than all the other crap, so I'm quite enjoying the new series, that Alfa was very nice but I was well impressed with the Mclaren, electric motor technology is catching up, but battery life needs major improvement, be interesting to see how Porsche tech compares. As for JC not wearing a PFD, he wouldn't need one with all that blubber, still not a good example though.

It is reckoned that the P1 hasn't quite beaten the 918's time of 6.57 around the Nordschleife.. It will be very interesting to see which is faster around the TG test track. The greater weight of the 918 and its slight power deficiency will count against it but then its four wheel drive will give it better traction around what is a tight handling track (designed by Lotus).

BTW if anyone googles articles about the 918 bear in mind porsche has recently revised its performance figures significantly, it was projected to be well off the pace to 124mph but its time has been revised to be over 2 seconds faster than expected.

Quadski is very cool, the Gibbs Humdinga is exactly what some towns around the country need right now!!

I do agree about the show being formulaic and boring, though I still find it required watching. The older ones are far superior in content and originality.

It just shows how much of an entertainment show it is when Hammond never really examines the Alfa subjectively. It hasn't had the warmest of receptions in the serious motoring press by any means.