Hey all,
Sorry bit of a slow response to this - no one seemed to respond for days so I kind of assumed my cry for help had fallen on deaf ears, and sadly Cap'n S - I think I missed your generous offer of meeting behind the bike sheds! Ho hum, never mind hey. I've never heard of/been called a rugby doris before and was wondering if I should get on my high horse and be offended, but after consideration, really can't be bothered!
So - being not only new to this town, but also these forum things - what happens next? I'd love to get some people together for this week. Not sure where's good to watch, I've been to a couple of bars to watch games (including that HUGE Aussie place on one of the Quays?) that were fine. Any high recommendations - preferably places where you can actually hear/see!
I should let you all know that I am English - I hope this does not change anything. (Waits for the abuse to begin!)
Ali
I waited for fifteen minutes Ali, and then started without you.
The English thing's no problem at all. Come one come all is my policy. The thing about these forums is, you never really know who your talking to. Consequently the sort of information or attitude you project may queer your pitch at times.
You seem to be a genuine rugby fan, and a likeable sort given your follow-up post. I recommend Boat Quay, rather than Clarke, or Robertson. There are a couple of well tested "Brit bars" on the frontage, an "Irish pub" around the back, as well as a smattering of antipodean offerings. Given that, I watched a recent game at an outdoor MBS bar. Atmosphere pleasant, staff funny (the good kind) and attentive, Australia won at a canter. I wouldn't recommend Muddy Murphy's to anyone but a bar-hardened pro. And Orchard is a humorless desert in the afternoons anyway.
If you find a rugby crowd, you'll find a friendly and educated crowd Ali. Support your team, adopt another, and enjoy the games.
