The Dew Drop Inn Virtual Rugby Pub, Oxford

by Guest Sun 30 Sep 2012, 8:43 pm

First topic message reminder :

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 Oxford and the only rule in this pub is one of mutual respect for everyone in it, oh and no tampering with the pictures of Seve Ballesteros, Andy Fenby, Nick Williams,Tim Visser, Adam Ashley Cooper and Paul Lawrie up on the wall.

Ale

by **rodders** Wed 03 Oct 2012, 8:47 am

Hoog wrote:Really is horrific about that poor girl in Wales, I really hope she reappears safe and sound.

Seconded. Terrible stuff altogether.

by Guest Wed 03 Oct 2012, 8:59 am

Just been reading an interview with Stoddart and apparently he's back running his quickest times since 2008. Goon on him I say, really hoe he makes a successful comeback now after such a bad injury.

by Luckless Pedestrian Wed 03 Oct 2012, 9:13 am

rugbydreamer wrote:Goon on him I say, really hoe he makes a successful comeback

You can soy hat again! Wink

by red_stag Wed 03 Oct 2012, 9:15 am

Thats really awful to hear about that poor girl missing.

How is everyone this morning. Feeling good after a tough fitness session and an early night last night.

by Luckless Pedestrian Wed 03 Oct 2012, 9:18 am

I'm feeling good after a Domino's pizza and an early night last night. Smile

by red_stag Wed 03 Oct 2012, 9:20 am

Ah what did you get Luckless - do tell. Have you a "routine".

I actually made my own "pizza" snack last night. Baguette with some of the white bread part removed, filled with tomato paste and put cheese and mushroom on top. Into the oven - lurvly!!

by Pete C (Kiwireddevil) Wed 03 Oct 2012, 9:31 am

Morning all.

I've just read that Berrick Barnes punctured a lung vs the Boks at the weekend. The Wallabies have been incredibly unlucky with injuries this year.

Mike Harris will be their 5th fullback in 10 matches.

by red_stag Wed 03 Oct 2012, 9:34 am

http://www.munsterrugby.ie/rugby/10898.php

Thats a photo gallery of Munster training yesterday. What really jumps out at me is how everyone is smiling.

Also very interested to see former Munster forwards coach Laurie Fisher (who now coaches Brumbies) came into Limerick to help out at training.

by **rodders** Wed 03 Oct 2012, 9:38 am

Feic sake all my colleagues project manager and all are all onsite with our client in Canada and I've been left here dealing with all the shoite they've fieced up because they are a useless shower of wasters.

Sorry had to get that off my chest. censored

by Luckless Pedestrian Wed 03 Oct 2012, 9:46 am

Stag, I had the 'Mighty Meaty' - Cumberland sausage, pepperoni, ham, ground beef, onions and mushrooms, but with roquito peppers instead of onions and a barbecue sauce instead of the tomato one. It's a stunningly good pizza.

by red_stag Wed 03 Oct 2012, 9:55 am

Ah brilliant Luckless. It is an excellent choice.

by red_stag Wed 03 Oct 2012, 9:59 am

Stuart Barnes was on Newstalk last night. I thought he spoke very well.

I agreed with a lot of what he said:

Ulster to progress furthest in the Heineken Cup
Kidney has not developed his gameplan at the same speed the provinces have
It is perfectly understandable for a rugby player to value his province more than his country
The RaboDirect Pro 12 is a easy scapegoat for a lot of English rugby media and fans who won't admit they have "lost their way" slightly

It was a good listen.

by AsLongAsBut100ofUs Wed 03 Oct 2012, 10:04 am

rodders wrote: Feic sake all my colleagues project manager and all are all onsite with our client in Canada and I've been left here dealing with all the shoite they've fieced up because they are a useless shower of wasters.

Sorry had to get that off my chest.

Ach, but rodders, say what you really mean, no pussying about now Wink

by AsLongAsBut100ofUs Wed 03 Oct 2012, 10:05 am

Pete C (Kiwireddevil) wrote:Morning all.

I've just read that Berrick Barnes punctured a lung vs the Boks at the weekend. The Wallabies have been incredibly unlucky with injuries this year.

Mike Harris will be their 5th fullback in 10 matches.

Poor guy, ouch town, population = Berrick Barnes

by AsLongAsBut100ofUs Wed 03 Oct 2012, 10:06 am

red_stag wrote:Stuart Barnes was on Newstalk last night. I thought he spoke very well.

I agreed with a lot of what he said:

Ulster to progress furthest in the Heineken Cup
Kidney has not developed his gameplan at the same speed the provinces have
It is perfectly understandable for a rugby player to value his province more than his country
The RaboDirect Pro 12 is a easy scapegoat for a lot of English rugby media and fans who won't admit they have "lost their way" slightly

It was a good listen.

Furthest of the Irish provinces or furthest that they've done recently (ie win it)? Certainly possible

by red_stag Wed 03 Oct 2012, 10:08 am

As in for Ulster to progress further than Munster, Connacht and Leinster. He said that it was based on the fact that they were likely to get a home quarter final where as he expected Munster and Leinster to be away if they progress.

He backed Ulster for a semi final minimum, Leinster for quarter final minimum and Munster for quarter final maximum.

by Luckless Pedestrian Wed 03 Oct 2012, 10:10 am

I have to say I almost always agree with what Stuart Barnes has to say. I know some people hate him with a passion but I think he's usually spot on.

by red_stag Wed 03 Oct 2012, 10:13 am

Luckless Pedestrian wrote:I have to say I almost always agree with what Stuart Barnes has to say. I know some people hate him with a passion but I think he's usually spot on.

I agree entirely. I think he is an excellent pundit in that he has an opinion, he is able to sensationalise some elements of the game for dramatic effect and really loves his rugby.

On the radio yesterday he also said how he loves visiting real rugby communities like Limerick, Leicester, Toulouse where on a big match weekend every local is all talking about it and there is a sense of community pride you rarely see in sport.

by Luckless Pedestrian Wed 03 Oct 2012, 10:26 am

This kind of thing always makes me sad:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-19802616

by Glas a du Wed 03 Oct 2012, 10:36 am

Luckless Pedestrian wrote:
rugbydreamer wrote:Goon on him I say, really hoe he makes a successful comeback

You can soy hat again!

:laugf:

by Suspicious lurker Wed 03 Oct 2012, 11:02 am

On the way to Weybridge, Woe is me.

Turning into a miserable day in London.

How's Murray number two today As??

by Luckless Pedestrian Wed 03 Oct 2012, 11:15 am

I'm really looking forward to the BBC's rerun of Magical Mystery Tour on Saturday. I've heard it's no good, but I want to be able to judge for myself!

by Guest Wed 03 Oct 2012, 11:28 am

Luckless Pedestrian wrote:Stag, I had the 'Mighty Meaty' - Cumberland sausage, pepperoni, ham, ground beef, onions and mushrooms, but with roquito peppers instead of onions and a barbecue sauce instead of the tomato one. It's a stunningly good pizza.

I had the meatlicious the other day - ham, sausage, pepperoni, chicken and bacon it normally has, but I swapped chorizo for pepperoni and meatballs for bacon. Was immense. Might have another tonight now. Their online ordering and tracking system is fantastic too.

by Luckless Pedestrian Wed 03 Oct 2012, 11:30 am

I love that tracking thing, Rev. I get hungrier with every stage! Smile

by Glas a du Wed 03 Oct 2012, 11:31 am

Well I'll be having home produced lamb chops with kidney beans and potatoes from my parents garden.

It's a hard life

Very Happy

by Suspicious lurker Wed 03 Oct 2012, 11:39 am

I just can't justify the price of a dominos

by Pete C (Kiwireddevil) Wed 03 Oct 2012, 11:40 am

Scotland's new away kit is out
https://www.facebook.com/#!/photo.php?fbid=10151178955644476&set=a.122409929475.98908.8382559475&type=1&theater

After the 07 RWC one anything is an improvement Wink

by Suspicious lurker Wed 03 Oct 2012, 11:41 am

Glas a du wrote:Well I'll be having home produced lamb chops with kidney beans and potatoes from my parents garden.

It's a hard life

Your face had a hard life Laugh

by red_stag Wed 03 Oct 2012, 11:43 am

Scotlands new kit draws attention to the gut. Not good for Chunk.

by Luckless Pedestrian Wed 03 Oct 2012, 11:44 am

They'll make a special one for him with a hole in it.

by Mickado Wed 03 Oct 2012, 11:44 am

Spoiler:

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by Luckless Pedestrian Wed 03 Oct 2012, 11:49 am

Have house spiders started hibernating / died yet? I've heard a few people say they've seen giants this year but I haven't seen any - yet! In fact, I haven't for a few years now so I know the next one I see will be the Goliath of all house spiders. You'd think I'd want to get it over and done with, but I'm happy to postpone it 'til next year.

by MrsP Wed 03 Oct 2012, 11:50 am

Pete C (Kiwireddevil) wrote:Scotland's new away kit is out
https://www.facebook.com/#!/photo.php?fbid=10151178955644476&set=a.122409929475.98908.8382559475&type=1&theater

After the 07 RWC one anything is an improvement

My goodness that scrum half looks very young!

by red_stag Wed 03 Oct 2012, 11:52 am

Its not often I really like eating fruit but just had strawberries, raspberries, blueberries an apple, banana and an orange as a mid morning snack. Delish!!

by Mickado Wed 03 Oct 2012, 11:55 am

Clear a path to the jacks Stag!

I just read on twitter that Rob Kearney has been voted "Ireland's hottest man". They should have come to me when i was on holidays, bleedin sweltering...

by Rava Wed 03 Oct 2012, 11:55 am

I had a plum, an orange and an apple.

by red_stag Wed 03 Oct 2012, 12:01 pm

Mickado wrote:Clear a path to the jacks Stag!..

Its all good. On my own in the office. Loo paper aplenty.

by red_stag Wed 03 Oct 2012, 12:02 pm

Rava wrote:I had a plum, an orange and an apple.

Hows it going Rav. Never let it be said you are ignored.

by Guest Wed 03 Oct 2012, 12:03 pm

Luckless Pedestrian wrote:Have house spiders started hibernating / died yet? I've heard a few people say they've seen giants this year but I haven't seen any - yet! In fact, I haven't for a few years now so I know the next one I see will be the Goliath of all house spiders. You'd think I'd want to get it over and done with, but I'm happy to postpone it 'til next year.

My missus is Poopie scared of them, so I have had to get rid of some. Pretty big ones too, but compared to say Australia etc, I guess you can't compare.

Hoog, if you manage the offers, Dominos aren't too costly then.

by Rava Wed 03 Oct 2012, 12:05 pm

That was actually quite quick Stag, thanks and I am very well mate. Just back from doing an Asbestos survey this morning in Coleraine.

Had a laugh in Curry's. Elderly couple probably in their seventies arguing over which model iPad they should buy.

by Mickado Wed 03 Oct 2012, 12:08 pm

Rava wrote:That was actually quite quick Stag, thanks and I am very well mate. Just back from doing an Asbestos survey this morning in Coleraine.

Had a laugh in Curry's. Elderly couple probably in their seventies arguing over which model iPad they should buy.

Ha, love it. I took the plunge and bought one in Florida, saved me €100. Happy with that.

by Luckless Pedestrian Wed 03 Oct 2012, 12:09 pm

I haven't seen any of any size, Rev. I'm fine with the smaller ones but there's a tipping point and I'll know when I see one if it's past that tipping point.

by red_stag Wed 03 Oct 2012, 12:09 pm

Rava wrote:That was actually quite quick Stag, thanks and I am very well mate. Just back from doing an Asbestos survey this morning in Coleraine.

Had a laugh in Curry's. Elderly couple probably in their seventies arguing over which model iPad they should buy.

iPads are so old fashioned.

by **rodders** Wed 03 Oct 2012, 12:16 pm

Rava wrote:That was actually quite quick Stag, thanks and I am very well mate. Just back from doing an Asbestos survey this morning in Coleraine.

Had a laugh in Curry's. Elderly couple probably in their seventies arguing over which model iPad they should buy.

Wow thats amazing, who'd have thought it eh?............. you can buy Ipads now in Coleraine.... Run

by Luckless Pedestrian Wed 03 Oct 2012, 12:21 pm

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/rugby-union/19805012

'Dragins are without Wales blind-side Dan Lydiate after he broke an ankle in last week's win at Edinburgh.'

It's bad enough that we're missing him, they could at least spell our name right!

EDIT: Also, we were at home against Edinburgh. Who are these clowns?!

by AsLongAsBut100ofUs Wed 03 Oct 2012, 12:21 pm

Hoog wrote:On the way to Weybridge, Woe is me.

Turning into a miserable day in London.

How's Murray number two today As??

She's grand, thanks, bud - dosed up, back to school and out of her father's hair

by AsLongAsBut100ofUs Wed 03 Oct 2012, 12:22 pm

red_stag wrote:Scotlands new kit draws attention to the gut. Not good for Chunk.

Doubt you'll see him, altho with prop injuries north of the border, you never know!

by red_stag Wed 03 Oct 2012, 12:25 pm

Luckless Pedestrian wrote:http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/rugby-union/19805012

'Dragins are without Wales blind-side Dan Lydiate after he broke an ankle in last week's win at Edinburgh.'

It's bad enough that we're missing him, they could at least spell our name right!

EDIT: Also, we were at home against Edinburgh. Who are these clowns?!

maddening isn't it. Its like how people spell Connacht as Connaught.

by AsLongAsBut100ofUs Wed 03 Oct 2012, 12:25 pm

Rava wrote:~~I had~~Hoog is a plum, and I had an orange and an apple.

Fixed that for you, no charge

by red_stag Wed 03 Oct 2012, 12:27 pm

Munster have confirmed Paul O'Connell has returned to full contact training. He definitely wont start against Leinster but maybe on the bench and likely to be ready for Racing Metro.

Here he is in training yesterday

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