A bit council (Vol 3)
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alorotom said:
captain_cynic said:
I guess you're a cheap date.
For me, passed out drink is at an absolute minimum 6 pints and I have to be pretty tired to begin with for just 6 pints to do the job. Usually its closer to 8 or 10.
Drinking tends to wake me up, so after about 6 pints I'll usually be up for another 4 or 5 hours. So passed out drunk is a non-starter for me.
I tend not to drink on planes anyway although I don't mind a morning beer on holiday although that looks kind of normal as morning for me on holiday is usually after midday.
Bragging to internet strangers about “big man drinking” almost as council as it gets For me, passed out drink is at an absolute minimum 6 pints and I have to be pretty tired to begin with for just 6 pints to do the job. Usually its closer to 8 or 10.
Drinking tends to wake me up, so after about 6 pints I'll usually be up for another 4 or 5 hours. So passed out drunk is a non-starter for me.
I tend not to drink on planes anyway although I don't mind a morning beer on holiday although that looks kind of normal as morning for me on holiday is usually after midday.
colonel c said:
It would be less effort to stay at home on turn on the tap.
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alorotom said:
captain_cynic said:
I guess you're a cheap date.
For me, passed out drink is at an absolute minimum 6 pints and I have to be pretty tired to begin with for just 6 pints to do the job. Usually its closer to 8 or 10.
Drinking tends to wake me up, so after about 6 pints I'll usually be up for another 4 or 5 hours. So passed out drunk is a non-starter for me.
I tend not to drink on planes anyway although I don't mind a morning beer on holiday although that looks kind of normal as morning for me on holiday is usually after midday.
Bragging to internet strangers about “big man drinking” almost as council as it gets For me, passed out drink is at an absolute minimum 6 pints and I have to be pretty tired to begin with for just 6 pints to do the job. Usually its closer to 8 or 10.
Drinking tends to wake me up, so after about 6 pints I'll usually be up for another 4 or 5 hours. So passed out drunk is a non-starter for me.
I tend not to drink on planes anyway although I don't mind a morning beer on holiday although that looks kind of normal as morning for me on holiday is usually after midday.
BTW, I've always thought 8-10 pints was normal, at least it was amongst my circle of friends. If I'm above average, that's news to me.
I was sat in the lounge at Manchester on Tuesday, the lounge that Lufthansa is one that allows people to "buy in" rather than the Emirates lounge next door.
I was having a coffee, sat next to a couple who were carrying their freebie Voddy and cokes back to the table 2 at a time, and it seemed to be a race to see who could finish them quicker. She won, but was battered by the time they wobbled off for their bucket and spade class flight to Dalaman / Puerto Plata or wherever they were off to.
No shame some people.
I was having a coffee, sat next to a couple who were carrying their freebie Voddy and cokes back to the table 2 at a time, and it seemed to be a race to see who could finish them quicker. She won, but was battered by the time they wobbled off for their bucket and spade class flight to Dalaman / Puerto Plata or wherever they were off to.
No shame some people.
tankplanker said:
Also travelling economy for long haul is also council.
Thread turns 'Bentley' yet again! 
Travelling economy long haul is not remotely council - most of us have more sense than to pay £10,000 for a family of four to gain the privilege of sitting in more comfortable seats on the exact same plane for a few hours, whether we can afford it or not.
Wildcat45 said:
55palfers said:
This needs recognition. 
On first impressions, I'd be giving Dog Star a run for his money here.
Ari said:
Thread turns 'Bentley' yet again!
Travelling economy long haul is not remotely council - most of us have more sense than to pay £10,000 for a family of four to gain the privilege of sitting in more comfortable seats on the exact same plane for a few hours, whether we can afford it or not.
Absolutely. My wife often asks if we can upgrade. I then explain to her that for the price we could have an extra two weeks holiday somewhere else. Travelling economy long haul is not remotely council - most of us have more sense than to pay £10,000 for a family of four to gain the privilege of sitting in more comfortable seats on the exact same plane for a few hours, whether we can afford it or not.
Me, I'd sit on a wooden stool for 4 hours for £2k. I'd like to think I was pretty affluent but to go 1st I'd really have to be in the money no object/ earning it faster than I could spend it league. Or on someone else's company expenses.
Edited by Harry H on Friday 27th April 13:10
captain_cynic said:
I guess you're a cheap date.
For me, passed out drink is at an absolute minimum 6 pints and I have to be pretty tired to begin with for just 6 pints to do the job. Usually its closer to 8 or 10.
Drinking tends to wake me up, so after about 6 pints I'll usually be up for another 4 or 5 hours. So passed out drunk is a non-starter for me.
I tend not to drink on planes anyway although I don't mind a morning beer on holiday although that looks kind of normal as morning for me on holiday is usually after midday.
I've never tried to get black out drunk, so I've no idea what my limit is. However I would suggest having a few "tinnies" that you brought with you before you go through security would lower the cost if you like lager, or even better Tenants Super. Just keep it in a paper bag while you drink out of it.For me, passed out drink is at an absolute minimum 6 pints and I have to be pretty tired to begin with for just 6 pints to do the job. Usually its closer to 8 or 10.
Drinking tends to wake me up, so after about 6 pints I'll usually be up for another 4 or 5 hours. So passed out drunk is a non-starter for me.
I tend not to drink on planes anyway although I don't mind a morning beer on holiday although that looks kind of normal as morning for me on holiday is usually after midday.
Reality for most people is that a few drinks before a flight will help them sleep.
Ari said:
Thread turns 'Bentley' yet again!
Travelling economy long haul is not remotely council - most of us have more sense than to pay £10,000 for a family of four to gain the privilege of sitting in more comfortable seats on the exact same plane for a few hours, whether we can afford it or not.
Long haul isn't a few hours though is it? 10 hours plus in economy is enough to put me off going. Travelling economy long haul is not remotely council - most of us have more sense than to pay £10,000 for a family of four to gain the privilege of sitting in more comfortable seats on the exact same plane for a few hours, whether we can afford it or not.
And spending full price for your tickets is council, you should be able to get free upgrades using points earned travelling for work or similar benefit.
Ari said:
tankplanker said:
Also travelling economy for long haul is also council.
Thread turns 'Bentley' yet again! Travelling economy long haul is not remotely council - most of us have more sense than to pay £10,000 for a family of four to gain the privilege of sitting in more comfortable seats on the exact same plane for a few hours, whether we can afford it or not.
Harry H said:
Ari said:
Thread turns 'Bentley' yet again!
Travelling economy long haul is not remotely council - most of us have more sense than to pay £10,000 for a family of four to gain the privilege of sitting in more comfortable seats on the exact same plane for a few hours, whether we can afford it or not.
Absolutely. My wife often asks if we can upgrade. I then explain to her that for the price we could have an extra two weeks holiday somewhere else. Travelling economy long haul is not remotely council - most of us have more sense than to pay £10,000 for a family of four to gain the privilege of sitting in more comfortable seats on the exact same plane for a few hours, whether we can afford it or not.
Me, I'd sit on a wooden stool for 4 hours for £2k. I'd like to think I was pretty affluent but to go 1st I'd really have to be in the money no object/ earning it faster than I could spend it league. Or on someone else's company expenses.
Edited by Harry H on Friday 27th April 13:10
motco said:
As someone wealthier than most on here said: "The front of the aircraft arrives at the same time as the rear."
But they do not get off the plane at the same time. If you are taking hand lugage only then you can often be out of the airport in a taxi before somebody in economy has even picked up their lugage from the baggage carosel. Obviously if you are taking lugage in the hold then its of little benefit.98elise said:
Same here. I'd agree it's better in 1st, but not for the money. Economy is no harder than sitting at my desk for 8 hours, except I can watch movies play music etc. Pay 1000's more to sit in a better chair for 8 hours? No chance.
There are more classes of ticket than just economy and 1st on long haul flights and the price differential between economy and the next step up isn't anywhere near that big if bought early enough. Paying for 1st you should be getting a lie down bed, car service, decent lounge at the airport, etc. anyway.98elise said:
Harry H said:
Ari said:
Thread turns 'Bentley' yet again!
Travelling economy long haul is not remotely council - most of us have more sense than to pay £10,000 for a family of four to gain the privilege of sitting in more comfortable seats on the exact same plane for a few hours, whether we can afford it or not.
Absolutely. My wife often asks if we can upgrade. I then explain to her that for the price we could have an extra two weeks holiday somewhere else. Travelling economy long haul is not remotely council - most of us have more sense than to pay £10,000 for a family of four to gain the privilege of sitting in more comfortable seats on the exact same plane for a few hours, whether we can afford it or not.
Me, I'd sit on a wooden stool for 4 hours for £2k. I'd like to think I was pretty affluent but to go 1st I'd really have to be in the money no object/ earning it faster than I could spend it league. Or on someone else's company expenses.
Edited by Harry H on Friday 27th April 13:10
tankplanker said:
Reality for most people is that a few drinks before a flight will help them sleep.
The reality is far from that actually.Lets ignore the fact that alcohol does not help you sleep. Unconsciousness isn't sleep, most people will feel more awake after a few beers rather than sleepier.
Alcohol actually has a stimulating effect initially and only has a sedative effect after its been broken down in the system for some time. People who drink typically feel more awake and take longer to fall asleep.
If you drink enough to lose consciousness, what you're getting isn't sleep, its unconsciousness. Which is why you feel pretty crap when you wake up (AKA a hangover).
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/sleep-newz...
So hopefully you'll stop recommending drinking as a way to sleep... because it isn't. If you want to use a chemical aid to get to sleep, try one that is designed for that purpose like Diphenhydramine (OTC) or Temazepam (prescription).
El stovey said:
Getting free upgrades and thinking you’re better than those in economy is definitely council.
I don't think I'm better, you might read it like that, but I know my free bigger seat, free drinks, etc. are better than economy.captain_cynic said:
If you drink enough to lose consciousness, what you're getting isn't sleep, its unconsciousness. Which is why you feel pretty crap when you wake up (AKA a hangover).
Never drunk to unconsciousness, never had a hangover, not ever.I always sleep better after a few drinks, always.
tankplanker said:
I always sleep better after a few drinks, always.
Sorry, but that simply isn't true. If you've never drunk enough to lose consciousness, I wouldn't be able to call that assessment reliable in the slightest as you wouldn't know what effect it's having on you.If I were to give you the benefit of the doubt, at best you can say you've never drunk enough for it to have a noticeable effect (in which case you definitely shouldn't be handing it out as advice), but all research says Alcohol does not help you sleep.
Here's that article based on actual research again, it appears you didn't read it.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/sleep-newz...
If there's one thing that's cut down my alcohol intake it's the fact that I don't sleep well after consumption.
A glass of wine in the evening helps me relax. A whole bottle and it's a restless nights sleep. I may fall asleep easier with quantity but its' not quality sleep. Rarely have more than a glass on a school night these days.
A glass of wine in the evening helps me relax. A whole bottle and it's a restless nights sleep. I may fall asleep easier with quantity but its' not quality sleep. Rarely have more than a glass on a school night these days.
tankplanker said:
motco said:
As someone wealthier than most on here said: "The front of the aircraft arrives at the same time as the rear."
But they do not get off the plane at the same time. If you are taking hand lugage only then you can often be out of the airport in a taxi before somebody in economy has even picked up their lugage from the baggage carosel. Obviously if you are taking lugage in the hold then its of little benefit.98elise said:
Same here. I'd agree it's better in 1st, but not for the money. Economy is no harder than sitting at my desk for 8 hours, except I can watch movies play music etc. Pay 1000's more to sit in a better chair for 8 hours? No chance.
There are more classes of ticket than just economy and 1st on long haul flights and the price differential between economy and the next step up isn't anywhere near that big if bought early enough. Paying for 1st you should be getting a lie down bed, car service, decent lounge at the airport, etc. anyway.Gassing Station | The Lounge | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff