Australian GP 2009 - Race 1/17 (NOT in HD BTW)

knip · 25 Mar 2009 at 19:22

What they said, the clocks go forward.

Masterdog · 25 Mar 2009 at 19:24

Bennah said:
Oh no. I didn't realise its Jake Humphrey presenting. Better not just be in the studio!

Well he's definitely gone to Melbourne, so we can assume he'll be there at least for the first one. I'm sure I read a rumour somewhere that at least some races will be presented from the studio, but I can't find it now.

utajoker · 25 Mar 2009 at 19:46

so skybox is right

Mr_White · 25 Mar 2009 at 19:55

Bennah said:
Oh no. I didn't realise its Jake Humphrey presenting. Better not just be in the studio!

Can we have fathead back?

I can't stand that falsified cretin Jake Humphrey.

Bennah · 25 Mar 2009 at 20:00

Mr_White said:
Can we have fathead back?

I can't stand that falsified cretin Jake Humphrey.

This is a BOLD statement but Id rather have fathead or Steve Ryder back!

Masterdog · 25 Mar 2009 at 20:21

Wow that is very good. First bit of the BBC website I've been really impressed by.

utajoker · 25 Mar 2009 at 20:32

that is quite a bit good

Bennah · 25 Mar 2009 at 20:41

Masterdog said:
Wow that is very good. First bit of the BBC website I've been really impressed by.

So its not only me who thinks the BBC's F1 site could be better

Saying that though, that circuit guide is good!

MagicBoy · 25 Mar 2009 at 21:06

Bennah said:
I won't miss James Allen as he's a c0ck

Fixed.

Zip · 26 Mar 2009 at 09:29

NightSt@lk3r said:
The V8's have been a support race for the Australian F1 Grand Prix for some time now.

But Not the Opening V8 Race of the Season plus it being 2 250km races over the weekend

Also Adelaide does it better :cool:

The track is a wee bit different but not a terrible amount IIRC.

And they are fighting for a new pitlane and Grandstand out in Victoria Park(I think its Victoria Park) but they are having problems with the Jocky and horseracing club and the City Council.

What they want would be awsome.

utajoker · 26 Mar 2009 at 10:42

i think someone posted but i didnt see an answer for it, is it possible to record the practice on red button with sky+?

andshrew · 26 Mar 2009 at 10:57

utajoker said:
i think someone posted but i didnt see an answer for it, is it possible to record the practice on red button with sky+?

No, unfortunately.

Malt_Vinegar · 26 Mar 2009 at 11:06

Long weekend for me, Off on Friday and Monday

Perfect for the race weekend

Not long!! Cant wait to get on and see how everything will shape up when the wheels hit the melbourne tarmac!

FrankJH · 26 Mar 2009 at 11:40

Flibster said:
I’ve decided that instead of my normal bacon and egg butties, I’m going to eat something from each country during the grand prix.

So for Australia - I have a selection of stuff. Mostly really easy to get actually.
Tim tam biscuits
Vegemite *not so sure about this idea now - smells atrocious*
Alligator steak *I couldn’t get crocodile*
Kangaroo steak

Should be an interesting meal.

Since writing the above I have tasted the vegemite!

What the holy hell did I put in my mouth? People actually voluntarilly eat this crap?!
The taste doesn't go away! I've had 2 double espressos and 2 cans of coke ans it's still there! I contemplating gargling bleach to get rid of the taste.

Absolute classic - been crying at work with laughter - I cant stand vegemite either

I actually prefer Aligator to crock - but only marginal, could never bring myself to eat a 'Roo though. Was at Melbourne last year and boy was it absolutely swealtering!!!

orderoftheflame · 26 Mar 2009 at 11:42

utajoker said:
i think someone posted but i didnt see an answer for it, is it possible to record the practice on red button with sky+?

Isn't there a red button channel on freeview? :confused:

I'm sure I set the practice to record on my PlayTV. Channel 302 or something.

philjohn · 26 Mar 2009 at 12:22

utajoker said:
i think someone posted but i didnt see an answer for it, is it possible to record the practice on red button with sky+?

Only option would be going out and getting one of those Freeview DVR's for around £80, they should be able to do it if you go direct to the channel (301 or 302).

Crowze · 26 Mar 2009 at 12:32

Or build a MythTV box, mine's all set up so there'll be no getting up early for me

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Flibster · 26 Mar 2009 at 12:58

FrankJH said:
Absolute classic - been crying at work with laughter - I cant stand vegemite either

I actually prefer Aligator to crock - but only marginal, could never bring myself to eat a 'Roo though. Was at Melbourne last year and boy was it absolutely swealtering!!!

I'm so happy that my suffering brought you joy.

There used to be a resturant near me that did Swamp and Turf. Big lump of rare cow and a smaller lump of Alligator.

It's lovely. It's got the texture of steak, but a fishy taste. Got to decide how to cook it though. Same with Skippy - no idea how to cook it.

In addition:

Have found out that Abu Dabhi like goat. Easy enough that one.
Camel is proving to be a bit of an issue to locate though.

rpstewart · 26 Mar 2009 at 13:08

Flibster said:
Camel is proving to be a bit of an issue to locate though.

http://www.osgrow.com/index_document_9.php

Flibster · 26 Mar 2009 at 13:21

rpstewart said:
http://www.osgrow.com/index_document_9.php

Ooooh. Lots of choice. Thank you very much.

Camel seems very reasonably priced actually.

[edit]
Mmmm. Python and Rattlesnake.

It's on the rubbery side, but tastes alright