[13x04] July 12th, 2009 - Page 4

JoeX · July 9th, 2009, 9:40 AM

I was lucky enough to be able to attend the taping of episode 04 yesterday; the show was a good one (lack of sleep and excitement have me labeling it "the best show in the history of ever," so I'll wait till later and see if I'm objective). I don't like to read spoilers, I'm guessing that applies to most members?

Couple of quick, still partially-jet-lagged thoughts:

- Jeremy, Richard, and James behave exactly like you'd expect them to. We saw Jeremy the most as he was in the most segments. Lots of audience interaction and chatting.
- the parking lot had cars I'd never seen in person.
- seemed like there were a lot of films this week, though I'm sure it'll balance nicely for broadcast.
- the crew and presenters were spot-on with only a few quick re-takes. The gentleman running the hand-held camera was fantastic.
- some say he was quite far away from the crowd during the tea intermission, and that he appeared to be listening intently to the crew. All we know is blurry iPhone photos from a distance will have to do.
- even after working in video, I actually said the set "looks much smaller than on TV."
- Usain Bolt has a good sense of humor about himself.
- taping ran from about 2 p.m. till about 6:15/6:30 p.m.
- local cab drivers do not watch 'Top Gear,' but think they should "probably tune in one day."
- studio cams are Sony cams with Canon lensing.
- though I misunderstood him at first, Andy Wilman asked if I'd ever visited a site called "Final Gear..."

I'll write up a little more on Sunday and post in the appropriate place. I know I wouldn't have made it to the show without Final Gear as a resource, so cheers for that.

LindenChase · July 9th, 2009, 3:13 PM

Thanks for your report! I always like to hear from people who have been at the recording. images/smilies/smile.gif

camelfarmer · July 9th, 2009, 11:11 PM

They need to stop fucking around with the army. It was shit the first time, and it's always shit. The fifth gear just gone with the tanks which weren't even tanks was fucking hideous.

Rei · July 11th, 2009, 3:16 PM

I'm actually eager to see if Usain can beat a car in a 10 meter sprint.

klorphil · July 11th, 2009, 3:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ozgirl

Looking forward to seeing how the challenge goes, must say the pics i've seen of the Panamera haven't filled me with joy - a 4-door Porsche just seems wrong...
Usain Bolt's a pretty big guest for SIARPC!
Can't wait to see what Jezza's getting chased in this time! images/smilies/smile.gif

He will be chased by that according to the preview they ran in the first episode:

http://www.army.mod.uk/equipment/fig...cles/1488.aspx

Hotpants · July 11th, 2009, 11:06 PM

Cant wait til tomorrows EP.
Allthough i like the EP's when they buy a car for like 1k and do stuff with it.

Like the African journey, and the one in US and A, i just keep watching them over and over again images/smilies/wink.gif

camelfarmer · July 11th, 2009, 11:11 PM

I find that gif very addictive. I like the first bit.

Hotpants · July 11th, 2009, 11:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by camelfarmer

I find that gif very addictive. I like the first bit.

Changed it now images/smilies/wink.gif

go to youtube and search for Boxxy images/smilies/wink.gif

Khaki · July 12th, 2009, 12:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by camelfarmer

They need to stop fucking around with the army. It was shit the first time, and it's always shit. The fifth gear just gone with the tanks which weren't even tanks was fucking hideous.

I thought the Army ones have been some of the best films.

Full disclosure- I'm in the Army.

JoeX · July 12th, 2009, 2:35 PM

There's a good balance of films this episode, very jam-packed, including a review, a race, a race, and Jeremy vs. the Army. If you don't care for the Army bits, it's not an overly-long segment. Thought the army film had some fun moments.

Goob · July 12th, 2009, 4:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2Billion

Will his lap be so fast he can stop driving in the last corner and just coast home?

rofl too funny man

w1lhelm · July 12th, 2009, 5:05 PM

Time needs to move faster, it's too long of a wait between sundays.

Hotpants · July 12th, 2009, 7:27 PM

There should be 2 top gear episodes each week =)

Torque · July 12th, 2009, 7:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hotpants

There should be 7 top gear episodes each week =)

Fixed that for you mate. images/smilies/lol.gif

iam-nobody · July 12th, 2009, 7:59 PM

I player says this finishes at 9.05

hajj · July 12th, 2009, 7:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by useless BBC sports reporter

Usain Bolt is racing against a Ford Focus or something...

Thanks that Top Gear is starting now.

July 9th, 2009, 9:40 AM	#61
JoeX Joined: Jan 26th, 2008 Last Online: November 15th, 2009 Location: United States Posts: 10 Car: Yes please Rep Power: 0	I was lucky enough to be able to attend the taping of episode 04 yesterday; the show was a good one (lack of sleep and excitement have me labeling it "the best show in the history of ever," so I'll wait till later and see if I'm objective). I don't like to read spoilers, I'm guessing that applies to most members? Couple of quick, still partially-jet-lagged thoughts: - Jeremy, Richard, and James behave exactly like you'd expect them to. We saw Jeremy the most as he was in the most segments. Lots of audience interaction and chatting. - the parking lot had cars I'd never seen in person. - seemed like there were a lot of films this week, though I'm sure it'll balance nicely for broadcast. - the crew and presenters were spot-on with only a few quick re-takes. The gentleman running the hand-held camera was fantastic. - some say he was quite far away from the crowd during the tea intermission, and that he appeared to be listening intently to the crew. All we know is blurry iPhone photos from a distance will have to do. - even after working in video, I actually said the set "looks much smaller than on TV." - Usain Bolt has a good sense of humor about himself. - taping ran from about 2 p.m. till about 6:15/6:30 p.m. - local cab drivers do not watch 'Top Gear,' but think they should "probably tune in one day." - studio cams are Sony cams with Canon lensing. - though I misunderstood him at first, Andy Wilman asked if I'd ever visited a site called "Final Gear..." I'll write up a little more on Sunday and post in the appropriate place. I know I wouldn't have made it to the show without Final Gear as a resource, so cheers for that. Last edited by JoeX; July 9th, 2009 at 10:20 AM.

July 9th, 2009, 3:13 PM	#62
LindenChase Not A Dude Joined: Nov 28th, 2007 Last Online: 5:47 PM Posts: 1,003 Rep Power: 65	Thanks for your report! I always like to hear from people who have been at the recording. __________________ "I think fast track driving is a little like playing the bagpipes. A gentleman can, but doesn't." James May

July 11th, 2009, 11:06 PM	#66
Hotpants Joined: Jun 28th, 2009 Last Online: Yesterday Location: Sweden Posts: 66 Car: Ford Escort Rep Power: 8	Cant wait til tomorrows EP. Allthough i like the EP's when they buy a car for like 1k and do stuff with it. Like the African journey, and the one in US and A, i just keep watching them over and over again __________________

July 12th, 2009, 5:05 PM	#72
w1lhelm Joined: Nov 3rd, 2008 Last Online: November 19th, 2009 Posts: 61 Rep Power: 5	Time needs to move faster, it's too long of a wait between sundays. __________________ .. ... / - .... ... ... / .- / .--. .-. --- .--. . .-. / ... .. --. / ?

July 12th, 2009, 7:27 PM	#73
Hotpants Joined: Jun 28th, 2009 Last Online: Yesterday Location: Sweden Posts: 66 Car: Ford Escort Rep Power: 8	There should be 2 top gear episodes each week =) __________________

July 9th, 2009, 11:11 PM	#63
camelfarmer Joined: Feb 1st, 2007 Last Online: 10:23 PM Location: Bristol Posts: 364 Car: Ford focus Rep Power: 12	They need to stop fucking around with the army. It was shit the first time, and it's always shit. The fifth gear just gone with the tanks which weren't even tanks was fucking hideous.

July 11th, 2009, 3:16 PM	#64
Rei Joined: Jul 4th, 2009 Last Online: November 19th, 2009 Location: USA Posts: 3 Rep Power: 0	I'm actually eager to see if Usain can beat a car in a 10 meter sprint.

July 11th, 2009, 11:11 PM	#67
camelfarmer Joined: Feb 1st, 2007 Last Online: 10:23 PM Location: Bristol Posts: 364 Car: Ford focus Rep Power: 12	I find that gif very addictive. I like the first bit.

July 12th, 2009, 2:35 PM	#70
JoeX Joined: Jan 26th, 2008 Last Online: November 15th, 2009 Location: United States Posts: 10 Car: Yes please Rep Power: 0	There's a good balance of films this episode, very jam-packed, including a review, a race, a race, and Jeremy vs. the Army. If you don't care for the Army bits, it's not an overly-long segment. Thought the army film had some fun moments.

July 12th, 2009, 7:59 PM	#75
iam-nobody Not A Dude Joined: Jul 29th, 2008 Last Online: 11:21 PM Location: Nottinghamshire Posts: 476 Rep Power: 15	I player says this finishes at 9.05

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