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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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While driving north between J22and J23 of the M1 the illuminated sign read
"July 6th- Tour De France-expect delays"
Excuse my pedance but if the Tour De France is coming through Leicestershire then they're massively off course.
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By *abioMan
over a year ago
Newcastle and Gateshead |
"While driving north between J22and J23 of the M1 the illuminated sign read
"July 6th- Tour De France-expect delays"
Excuse my pedance but if the Tour De France is coming through Leicestershire then they're massively off course.
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they may be talking about all the traffic coming up to the glorious north to see the event.... |
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By *emmefataleWoman
over a year ago
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"While driving north between J22and J23 of the M1 the illuminated sign read
"July 6th- Tour De France-expect delays"
Excuse my pedance but if the Tour De France is coming through Leicestershire then they're massively off course.
they may be talking about all the traffic coming up to the glorious north to see the event...."
Fecking nuisance it is!!! |
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By *xpresMan
over a year ago
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"While driving north between J22and J23 of the M1 the illuminated sign read
"July 6th- Tour De France-expect delays"
Excuse my pedance but if the Tour De France is coming through Leicestershire then they're massively off course.
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around Yorkshire.. Send it back to bloody france |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"While driving north between J22and J23 of the M1 the illuminated sign read
"July 6th- Tour De France-expect delays"
Excuse my pedance but if the Tour De France is coming through Leicestershire then they're massively off course.
they may be talking about all the traffic coming up to the glorious north to see the event...."
That's as may be but it can hardly be considered the Tour De France when it's being held in the UK, if that were the case I could declare my house was in Australia and not have to pay council tax!
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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No not off course at all, every other year the tour starts in one of frances neighbouring countries. This year it starts in our fine country, the grand depart in fact starts up in the fine city of Leeds. Then works it way down to London, befor hopping across the chanel to France. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Blimey, you'd think people would be pleased that a major, worldwide sporting event is coming to their town and all people can do is moan about it. "
I have no problem with it, I just don't see why it's being called Le Tour De France when we're in England. |
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By *aceytopWoman
over a year ago
from a town near you |
"Blimey, you'd think people would be pleased that a major, worldwide sporting event is coming to their town and all people can do is moan about it. "
it causes all sorts of problems with my job,iv been on the phone all day and don't even mention the paperwork
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By *yrdwomanWoman
over a year ago
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"Blimey, you'd think people would be pleased that a major, worldwide sporting event is coming to their town and all people can do is moan about it. "
Not when the major sports event is shutting down the entire city!
Luckily I am in London for the Grand depart, otherwise I would not be happy. I live 3 miles from any part of the route through York, yet all the roads around me are shut. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Blimey, you'd think people would be pleased that a major, worldwide sporting event is coming to their town and all people can do is moan about it. it causes all sorts of problems with my job,iv been on the phone all day and don't even mention the paperwork "
The route's been well know for quite some time though, plenty of time to be prepared surely? |
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By *aceytopWoman
over a year ago
from a town near you |
"Blimey, you'd think people would be pleased that a major, worldwide sporting event is coming to their town and all people can do is moan about it. it causes all sorts of problems with my job,iv been on the phone all day and don't even mention the paperwork
The route's been well know for quite some time though, plenty of time to be prepared surely? "
youd think wouldn't you,i sent an email out months ago,got a frantic email back three days ago,after they told me everything was sorted,been running round like a headless chicken ever since.still it will be good for the town |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Blimey, you'd think people would be pleased that a major, worldwide sporting event is coming to their town and all people can do is moan about it.
I have no problem with it, I just don't see why it's being called Le Tour De France when we're in England."
Bah Humbug  |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Blimey, you'd think people would be pleased that a major, worldwide sporting event is coming to their town and all people can do is moan about it.
I have no problem with it, I just don't see why it's being called Le Tour De France when we're in England.
Bah Humbug "
I also have an issue with the World Series. An event only north America takes part in  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Blimey, you'd think people would be pleased that a major, worldwide sporting event is coming to their town and all people can do is moan about it.
I have no problem with it, I just don't see why it's being called Le Tour De France when we're in England.
Bah Humbug
I also have an issue with the World Series. An event only north America takes part in "
Oh dear - you do seem to have issues  |
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"Blimey, you'd think people would be pleased that a major, worldwide sporting event is coming to their town and all people can do is moan about it.
I have no problem with it, I just don't see why it's being called Le Tour De France when we're in England.
Bah Humbug
I also have an issue with the World Series. An event only north America takes part in "
Perhaps you should understand that it is a series named after the major sponsor - The World newspaper - before you make yourself look even more parochial than usual! |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Blimey, you'd think people would be pleased that a major, worldwide sporting event is coming to their town and all people can do is moan about it.
I have no problem with it, I just don't see why it's being called Le Tour De France when we're in England.
Bah Humbug
I also have an issue with the World Series. An event only north America takes part in
Perhaps you should understand that it is a series named after the major sponsor - The World newspaper - before you make yourself look even more parochial than usual!"
Before we get too personal and abusive I would like to point out that this thread and my comments on it were intended to be light hearted. If you don't like my slightly grumpy sense of humour I suggest you ignore me.
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By *ugby 123Couple
over a year ago
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"While driving north between J22and J23 of the M1 the illuminated sign read
"July 6th- Tour De France-expect delays"
Excuse my pedance but if the Tour De France is coming through Leicestershire then they're massively off course.
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Whoever is leading it must be male and won't ask for directions.
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"While driving north between J22and J23 of the M1 the illuminated sign read
"July 6th- Tour De France-expect delays"
Excuse my pedance but if the Tour De France is coming through Leicestershire then they're massively off course.
Whoever is leading it must be male and won't ask for directions.
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"While driving north between J22and J23 of the M1 the illuminated sign read
"July 6th- Tour De France-expect delays"
Excuse my pedance but if the Tour De France is coming through Leicestershire then they're massively off course.
Whoever is leading it must be male and won't ask for directions.
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Are mods allowed to be blatantly sexist?! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Blimey, you'd think people would be pleased that a major, worldwide sporting event is coming to their town and all people can do is moan about it.
I have no problem with it, I just don't see why it's being called Le Tour De France when we're in England.
Bah Humbug
I also have an issue with the World Series. An event only north America takes part in "
You really do struggle don't you. Probably best if you stop trying the comprehend stuff, your life will be better |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Blimey, you'd think people would be pleased that a major, worldwide sporting event is coming to their town and all people can do is moan about it.
I have no problem with it, I just don't see why it's being called Le Tour De France when we're in England.
Bah Humbug
I also have an issue with the World Series. An event only north America takes part in
You really do struggle don't you. Probably best if you stop trying the comprehend stuff, your life will be better"
Perhaps you're right, I should stop trying to understand sporting events and stick with more interesting things... |
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By *eavenNhellCouple
over a year ago
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"Its in fucking rochdale too how can it be tour de france in england Liaring bastards "
its in rochdale for all of a mile you would think it was going through the town center the fuss they are making with there banners and posters
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Its in fucking rochdale too how can it be tour de france in england Liaring bastards its in rochdale for all of a mile you would think it was going through the town center the fuss they are making with there banners and posters "
Well we get excited about events like that here |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I travel along some of the route as part of my daily commute (in the car I hasten to add), often I see a new banner on display, a few in different languages which is fantastic.
I understand from my dad that the Caribbean cricket club which is perfectly placed on route is supportive and now I'm thinking of going there to watch it - should be very entertaining - especially from those of my dad's generation whose comments I know will crease me up as tact and diplomacy isn't high on their agenda |
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By *xpresMan
over a year ago
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"Blimey, you'd think people would be pleased that a major, worldwide sporting event is coming to their town and all people can do is moan about it.
I have no problem with it, I just don't see why it's being called Le Tour De France when we're in England.
Bah Humbug
I also have an issue with the World Series. An event only north America takes part in "
this is a bit of a red hearing its called "the world series" over sponsorship by a news paper in the history of the league |
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By *xpresMan
over a year ago
Elland |
"Blimey, you'd think people would be pleased that a major, worldwide sporting event is coming to their town and all people can do is moan about it.
I have no problem with it, I just don't see why it's being called Le Tour De France when we're in England.
Bah Humbug
I also have an issue with the World Series. An event only north America takes part in "
this is a bit of a red hearing its called "the world series" over sponsorship by a news paper in the history of the league
its NOT just America Canada have the Toronto blue jays that take part |
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I was pretty confused about this too so did a bit of looking up online.
It's not the Grand Depart starting in Yorkshire this weekend which is the opening leg and starts in a different country each year.
I do wonder if we had to bid for it to come here?
Anyway they will be going past the top of my road so it seems silly not to take the kids to watch |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Blimey, you'd think people would be pleased that a major, worldwide sporting event is coming to their town and all people can do is moan about it.
I have no problem with it, I just don't see why it's being called Le Tour De France when we're in England.
Bah Humbug
I also have an issue with the World Series. An event only north America takes part in
this is a bit of a red hearing its called "the world series" over sponsorship by a news paper in the history of the league
its NOT just America Canada have the Toronto blue jays that take part "
Hence why I said North America, I probably should have said the North American continent for clarity. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Its bringing Yorkshire to a stand-still - interesting to see different rugby clubs bringing their games forward this week...
Of course the red rose isn't affected.. he says not having checked the schedule lol |
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