The Dew Drop Inn Virtual Rugby Pub, Mendoza

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Hello and welcome to the Virtual Rugby Pub, a place where you can come in for a sly beverage and discuss whatever's on your mind, or just eavesdrop on the regulars if you fancy a break from all the rugby chat.

The Pub has made its way to Mendoza - the city at the foothills of the Andes and one of the venues for the inaugural Rugby Championship.

The only rule in this pub is one of mutual respect for everyone in it, oh and no tampering with the pictures of Rory McIlroy, Sam Cane, Juan José Imhoff, Eben Etzebeth, Jake Schatz and Rob McCusker.



Last Pub: https://www.606v2.com/t33388p1000-the-dew-drop-inn-virtual-games-of-the-xxx-olympiad-pub-stratford

Very good they were too Gibbo

All right Rev me darlin? You on yer way home bud? Pour toi mon ami.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yn3YqoRDTQo

Tomorrow early mate (well early out here). Can't wait

You're some numpty Rev.

Love you though.

Haha. You're a good lad really.

See Wigan came unstuck a bit. Didn't watch it though. Does tend to happen at HJ in the league mind.

True. There is a weakness though in this Wigan side when they come up against physical sides who can play at such a relentless intensity. Big scores against small teams are no good if you can't match up with the big sides. I think Wigan need some better props to be honest.

Gibson wrote:Mark me. Just mark me a bit.

Just put some pics up in the FB Pub.

They look great Gibbo. Looks like you all had lots of fun. The Catweasel looks quite a character...

Yeah the Chef's Bash looked really good once again. I will have to make it one year if I can. I do miss the pub get togethers somewhat.

MBTGOG wrote:Yeah the Chef's Bash looked really good once again. I will have to make it one year if I can. I do miss the pub get togethers somewhat.

You will be in Dublin next year for the HC Final tho C, ja? Cant miss that one. Could be the best one of all.

Nothing definite yet Gibbo. Didn't get a ticket in the first round anyway. The final will be coming up during my last year exams so... Plus hopefully then I'll be working to save money for a wedding I'm going to in Italy in June and interrailing in September.

But if people want to come to see Sale play, I'd love to meet up with them then.

I see the French press was less than impressed with London 2012.

Sour grapes anyone?

If its a nice red, then yes please Willser.

Willy,

As I haven't been here much recently, I have no idea what you are up to nowadays. It would be much appreciated if you could inform me.

Diddley squat Munsty. Causing the parents no end of grief if truth be told. Reapplying for queens this year though I've probably left it too late. One or two more senior positions opening at m&s which I'm hopeful for. Aside from that the only big thing on the horizon is the lions tour. Friend of mine moved over to oz last year so planning a monthish out there.

Yourself?

WillyGilly wrote:I see the French press was less than impressed with London 2012.

Sour grapes anyone?

It would seem so. Hollande was full of it when France had 3 golds to GB's 0 after three days (the 1st GB gold came on day five).

Then GB end up with one less gold than France, Germany and Italy combined.



Taxi for M. Hollande!

MBTGOG wrote:Yeah the Chef's Bash looked really good once again. I will have to make it one year if I can. I do miss the pub get togethers somewhat.

I see no reason why I can't go next year. I shall be trying my hardest.

I agree on Wigan's props, though they have struggles with injuries there. I gather Finch wasn't fully fit either which wouldn't help too much.

Morning all and on the go for those that want

Morning guys.

Morning folks. It's sunny here this morning and I hope it cheers me up sooner rather than later.

What's up hon? Xxx *concerned face*

WillyGilly wrote:Diddley squat Munsty. Causing the parents no end of grief if truth be told. Reapplying for queens this year though I've probably left it too late. One or two more senior positions opening at m&s which I'm hopeful for. Aside from that the only big thing on the horizon is the lions tour. Friend of mine moved over to oz last year so planning a monthish out there.

Yourself?

You're going to the Lions Tour. That is pretty damn cool you might see Stag out there so. What were you reapplying for?

Me, I'm about to embark on my third and final year of my course. Not going to lie, I'm actually pretty excited about the whole thing. I'm expecting some big things all around.


Morning everyone else. I watched 'Finding Bigfoot' last night. Has anyone else seen it? It is on obviously quite absurd and is meant to be funny viewing but man do I feel for the guys because if they are not actors, they really are being taken advantage of by The Discovery Channel.

Bore da pawb - off to the gym to be 'induced' later. First time I'll have been in a gym for 10 years

Has the older generation been inspired by the olympics ? Or was it the £119 for a year membership and the fact that the gym is across the road from the office ?

I think you mean 'inducted' Penfro, isn't induced what midwives do to speed up delivery?

Message for Mel Pete C

I'm fine, Glas - the sunshine has done the trick

rodders wrote:I think you mean 'inducted' Penfro, isn't induced what midwives do to speed up delivery?

Ah Rodders man, I have a horrible feeling this is going to be as painful as childbirth !!!

I feel a bit sad that the Olympics is over. It's a really weird mood. Ah well, got Paralympic tickets to look forward to and then the Rugby starts again

PenfroPete wrote:

rodders wrote:I think you mean 'inducted' Penfro, isn't induced what midwives do to speed up delivery?

Ah Rodders man, I have a horrible feeling this is going to be as painful as childbirth !!!

I know what you mean, CJ. Bereft is the word.

Penfro, see if they run a kettlebells class. It's really easy.

LUCKY - my boys are in the same league as Whiteheads, Hartridge, St Joes and St Julians this season, any of them near you ?

I've heard of the last three, Penfro. I'm probably closest to St Joseph's now because they've moved the school.

Tough training yesterday, you feel like shoite for 10 minutes after than great, might go for a swim this morning, calves are killing me. Spot of golf then maybe.
Try and improve my 200 yards with an old 4 wood.

Luckless Pedestrian wrote:I've heard of the last three, Penfro. I'm probably closest to St Joseph's now because they've moved the school.

Here's our 4 fixtures in Newport. Whiteheads is in Bassaleg

17/11/2012 St Julians HSOB v Cardiff Saracens
26/01/2013 Whiteheads v Cardiff Saracens
02/03/2013 St Josephs v Cardiff Saracens
06/04/2013 Hartridge v Cardiff Saracens

Oh, so they're clubs rather than school sides then!

PenfroPete wrote:

Luckless Pedestrian wrote:I've heard of the last three, Penfro. I'm probably closest to St Joseph's now because they've moved the school.

Here's our 4 fixtures in Newport. Whiteheads is in Bassaleg

17/11/2012 St Julians HSOB v Cardiff Saracens
26/01/2013 Whiteheads v Cardiff Saracens
02/03/2013 St Josephs v Cardiff Saracens
06/04/2013 Hartridge v Cardiff Saracens

St Julian's is by Brynglas Tunnels pretty much, St Jo's by Duffryn (lovely part of the world, assuming it's by the school), Whiteheads is indeed Bassaleg and Hartridge is by lovely Ringland (so should be lovely too).

Having played St Jo's with Risca 2's and beaten them, they're not too bad a team considering.

On my way to the airport imminently. Can't wait to see my wife

Risca Rev wrote:On my way to the airport imminently. Can't wait to see my wife

Lovely Rev. The best part of being away is coming home.

I spose we wont be hearing from you for a few days.

Welcome back pal.

How's tricks, Gibbo?

Im grand Lucky. Swotting up on the latest tech in my field. One week to the IBM Interview. Man, Ive never wanted a contract sooo bad.

Also been asked to go to Dublin for an interview with AIB.

Nowt for ages, then these things arrive like buses.

How's yerself pal? All good in Newport? Hows the puppy? She still gorgeous?

She's grand, thanks. She had the op last week: she was really spaced out when I picked her up in the evening and slept most of the following day, but she was back to her old self after that. She keeps me on my toes, but I'd be more worried if she didn't!

Where would the IBM job be? Is that the one in India?

Ah she just looked so lovely and full of mischief in that vid you posted. I really miss having a dog. House is not the same.

Naw man, India is a nightmare just to get people to react. When they do, they are really cagey on giving all the info about jobs, rates, relocation, terms yada, yada. I cant risk it. Also, for one contract, I asked them was that the rate for a month or a week. They said a year.

I know its so cheap there and I will not stop trying, but, Id need European rates. Maybe through IBM? I just love the people, culture and food.

This IBM job is 10 mins from me by bike. I worked there in the 80's and 90's. You have access to so much inside knowledge, it really helps with other contracts.

I thought long and hard about the situation, if I was offered both the Dublin and Dam jobs. If IBM Amsterdam offers me it, I'm staying.

I think Ive changed too much for Dublin. People hear my accent but think I'm really odd. (ok,ok I am odd). But, it would just feel weird, ya know? Its hard to explain the feeling. Billy would know.

However, if I don't get IBM and get AIB, I'm orf back home for a while anyway. I have a free house to go to. No Mam at home anymore. But Id be able to visit her a lot more.

If I don't get offered either, I'm going busking with Huggie.

I hear he's got his own material!

He has! Fair play to him, he was there last year and saw all around him playing guitar and singing. So he said by next year, he'd be belting it out himself. And he has.

I might take up the sax. Just to annoy everyone.

This was Hughies song of the weekend btw.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h5ZlrYxjgVM

...which contravenes the Obscene Publications Act...

Best stay outta Dublin Gibbo...it's full of Munster fans.... ..

rodders wrote:Best stay outta Dublin Gibbo...it's full of Munster fans.... ..

I know Rodders. Not as many are visible these days though. They've gone very quiet. Dunno why. I miss em annoying me.

Gibson wrote: Also been asked to go to Dublin for an interview with AIB.

Jebus Gibbo, that wouldn't be the Allied Irish would it ? Ah well, at the end of the day you and I are really no more than ITRBCS

In other news –

Eat my dirt “Fly mo”
4k in just over 20 mins, not bad for the old man who hasn’t been to the gym in 10 years !!!
Rio 2016 here I come .....

Good swim and bodyboarding session. Costa Del West Cork is looking well, physical stuff though, feiced my knee off a rock. Might have an interview in line for the Journal too, Twitter can be a useful device.

I haven't bothered with Twitter for months. They keep sending me emails to tempt me back, which is a bit unnecessary.

Good work, Penfro - and you still had the energy for a at the end of it!