BBC Top Gear Thread 2021/2022
Discussion
Just watched the first ever episode of revamped Top Gear from circa 2003.
They've come along way. Hammond first piece to camera was done with the camera directly above him, he had to look straight up, not even sure if that was a deliberate piss take on his height.
The music was terrible too, it's actually come quite a long way.
They've come along way. Hammond first piece to camera was done with the camera directly above him, he had to look straight up, not even sure if that was a deliberate piss take on his height.
The music was terrible too, it's actually come quite a long way.
ChocolateFrog said:
Just watched the first ever episode of revamped Top Gear from circa 2003.
They've come along way. Hammond first piece to camera was done with the camera directly above him, he had to look straight up, not even sure if that was a deliberate piss take on his height.
The music was terrible too, it's actually come quite a long way.
If you're watching on Dave they have to change the music.They've come along way. Hammond first piece to camera was done with the camera directly above him, he had to look straight up, not even sure if that was a deliberate piss take on his height.
The music was terrible too, it's actually come quite a long way.
Old episodes aren't anywhere near as refined. The lack of HD makes a big impact instantly.
It's surprising how many things aren't as good as you remembered.
Driver101 said:
ChocolateFrog said:
Just watched the first ever episode of revamped Top Gear from circa 2003.
They've come along way. Hammond first piece to camera was done with the camera directly above him, he had to look straight up, not even sure if that was a deliberate piss take on his height.
The music was terrible too, it's actually come quite a long way.
If you're watching on Dave they have to change the music.They've come along way. Hammond first piece to camera was done with the camera directly above him, he had to look straight up, not even sure if that was a deliberate piss take on his height.
The music was terrible too, it's actually come quite a long way.
Old episodes aren't anywhere near as refined. The lack of HD makes a big impact instantly.
It's surprising how many things aren't as good as you remembered.
I've just rewatched the latest series with Harris, McGuiness and Flintoff. I have to admit I really enjoyed it.
Chris Harris is in fact really good, he seems very natural in front of the camera now and his segments are as good as anything Clarkson, Hammond or May ever managed. The bit about the ground effect Lotus was brilliant (bear in mind I have absolute zero interest in F1 or single seat racecars).
Paddy McGuiness is great because he brings a lot of energy to proceedings, he is capable of fronting the show singlehandedly, and he is great at things like the live studio elements which were awful for the last few series. His everyman persona is a good mix with Harris's car geekery and stops the show from being too nerdy
Freddie Flintoff isn't that great in front of the camera, but fills the sort of Guy Martin/affable daredevil role quite well. The bit with the Icelandic off road racers was superb.
Chris Harris is in fact really good, he seems very natural in front of the camera now and his segments are as good as anything Clarkson, Hammond or May ever managed. The bit about the ground effect Lotus was brilliant (bear in mind I have absolute zero interest in F1 or single seat racecars).
Paddy McGuiness is great because he brings a lot of energy to proceedings, he is capable of fronting the show singlehandedly, and he is great at things like the live studio elements which were awful for the last few series. His everyman persona is a good mix with Harris's car geekery and stops the show from being too nerdy
Freddie Flintoff isn't that great in front of the camera, but fills the sort of Guy Martin/affable daredevil role quite well. The bit with the Icelandic off road racers was superb.
MellowshipSlinky said:
Leggy said:
Got tickets to watch filming next Tuesday.
Anyone been before give any advice on best time to get there to ensure getting in.
Me and a mate also going on Tuesday.Anyone been before give any advice on best time to get there to ensure getting in.
Going to be a long day.
Wear very comfy footwear, you'll be stood on your feet for hours. Avoid stripey shirts and anything with massive logos.
At the weekend, after liquor had been taken, some non-car-nut friends of mine asked me what TG was like these days.
I explained about the Chris Evans era, about Chris Harris and MLB, then literally as I was explaining it, I recalled it was now presented by Freddie Flintoff and Paddy McGuinness, and for a moment I became quite distraught.
It's like I'd managed to forget until it all came horribly back again.
I explained about the Chris Evans era, about Chris Harris and MLB, then literally as I was explaining it, I recalled it was now presented by Freddie Flintoff and Paddy McGuinness, and for a moment I became quite distraught.
It's like I'd managed to forget until it all came horribly back again.
Dr Interceptor said:
MellowshipSlinky said:
Leggy said:
Got tickets to watch filming next Tuesday.
Anyone been before give any advice on best time to get there to ensure getting in.
Me and a mate also going on Tuesday.Anyone been before give any advice on best time to get there to ensure getting in.
Going to be a long day.
Wear very comfy footwear, you'll be stood on your feet for hours. Avoid stripey shirts and anything with massive logos.
Leggy said:
Dr Interceptor said:
MellowshipSlinky said:
Leggy said:
Got tickets to watch filming next Tuesday.
Anyone been before give any advice on best time to get there to ensure getting in.
Me and a mate also going on Tuesday.Anyone been before give any advice on best time to get there to ensure getting in.
Going to be a long day.
Wear very comfy footwear, you'll be stood on your feet for hours. Avoid stripey shirts and anything with massive logos.
Last time I arrived at the time it said to on the ticket 'arrival from...' - and I was too late.
Leggy said:
It’s 12 for 12.30 filming so will aim to be there for 10 in that case. Thanks for that.
You'll just be parked up on hard standing by the 'traffic lights' in the middle of the airfield... So dress warm, and do take a flask and a book.There's normally a refreshment van, but go prepared.
Dr Interceptor said:
Leggy said:
It’s 12 for 12.30 filming so will aim to be there for 10 in that case. Thanks for that.
You'll just be parked up on hard standing by the 'traffic lights' in the middle of the airfield... So dress warm, and do take a flask and a book.There's normally a refreshment van, but go prepared.
It’s going to be a possible 4hr drive each way for me...
MellowshipSlinky said:
Dr Interceptor said:
Leggy said:
It’s 12 for 12.30 filming so will aim to be there for 10 in that case. Thanks for that.
You'll just be parked up on hard standing by the 'traffic lights' in the middle of the airfield... So dress warm, and do take a flask and a book.There's normally a refreshment van, but go prepared.
It’s going to be a possible 4hr drive each way for me...
I haven't been to a filming in the post CHM era, so can't really say what its like, as the whole production crew is different now.
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