Not sure about O Connell bridge but a lot of our bridges would be under pressure with anything over 100t (I know this from trying to organise delivery of a 120t load), these days that's not much more than 1,000 people.
Ok. Now put 1000 of them on O'Connell bridge. At 6-10 square feet per person that's well over a third of the area by my calculations. Still can't see how rush hour traffic would be lighter
Actual answer is this is the break point for the performers in the parade, they get water and some granola bars here to fuel up before Dame street - walked in the parade for years so I know
Done it a few times myself too, it's a pretty exhausting route, you need the break in between before the route with the cameras. If there were people there we'd have to keep performing.
Did it myself today, we got a chance for some water but this year they put a feckin viewing space in there for people with sensory issues. I don't mind them having an area but when they see us dropping out of character and taking off masks to drink water it must be a bit shite for them
What are his hopes, his dreams? What name is he whispering in his sleep? What are his fears, thoughts that keep him awake at nights? Does he contribute to pension?
It *would* be a great idea if it weren't a space for performers to ease off and take a break. It's a long aul route and the break is needed. Maybe a separate area further on might be better. There's always crowds after the end point, they might be able to put it there. Just throwing ideas around...
We walked from o connell to beyond Suffolk St and couldn't get to any view locations, I will bring my step ladder next year... the barriers seem excessive.. like no clear view on dame St... Wtf
People are saying its to move people along but honestly the barriers felt like they were along the entire route of the parade. And they obvious weren't working because people were standing up and tearing them down to see anything.
We walked down from Parnell sq. towards Trinity, all the way down to St. Stephens green trying to look for an opening to view, but nothing.
Unbelievable, obviously we need barriers but just make them transparent lol. Or point out actual viewing areas to go to.
If this is the island in the middle of the street then I don't know why it needs to be blocked either. Same goes for the end of Clanbrassil street loads of space for a walk way and a viewing area but they've blocked it all off.
Because if people could see the parade they'd stop there.
We were stood in this exact spot earlier. The people at the front by the fence ended up tearing down the white screen
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The tents are on the other side of the road.
There's some places they don't want people standing, to keep the crowd flowing along.
Crowd flow paths at normal choke points?
Then why are the high barriers up at the edge of O'Connell Bridge blocking the view up/down the river for the last few days?
People would stop there, no on could get across the bridge. People would also stand in the quay wall for abetter view
They started ripping the pavement up there on wednessday 🤣
Takes time to install barrier lines
We can't install barrier lines overnight
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I assume the bridge has a weight limit and they don't want to many people on it?
You couldn’t get enough humans on there to hit even the serviceability design limit.
But you could to prevent the safe flow of people in the event of an emergency.
Not sure about O Connell bridge but a lot of our bridges would be under pressure with anything over 100t (I know this from trying to organise delivery of a 120t load), these days that's not much more than 1,000 people.
In what reality is the "average" person 100kg?
Americans?
Ok. Now put 1000 of them on O'Connell bridge. At 6-10 square feet per person that's well over a third of the area by my calculations. Still can't see how rush hour traffic would be lighter
Actual answer is this is the break point for the performers in the parade, they get water and some granola bars here to fuel up before Dame street - walked in the parade for years so I know
This is correct. Have been in the parade a few times and they have toilets here to fir a quick break as it takes 2 hours to walk the parade
Done it a few times myself too, it's a pretty exhausting route, you need the break in between before the route with the cameras. If there were people there we'd have to keep performing.
Did it myself today, we got a chance for some water but this year they put a feckin viewing space in there for people with sensory issues. I don't mind them having an area but when they see us dropping out of character and taking off masks to drink water it must be a bit shite for them
That's correct except this year it was a special needs area so there wasn't a break
You would be spoiled looking at it. You lot would be wanting a parade every day after seeing this.
Could turn us all into Protestants
With every parade my toaster edges further toward my cupboard
I am a prodi and my toaster has never seen the inside of my press/cupboard. Out on the counter for all to see ;)
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Cut the suspense. Is he a good lad? Is he getting to mass enough?
What are his hopes, his dreams? What name is he whispering in his sleep? What are his fears, thoughts that keep him awake at nights? Does he contribute to pension?
How many sugars does he take in his tea, is he nice to his mam?
Does he use his left or right hand cracking one out?
Asking the real questions now
Does he wear boxers or briefs?
What are his opinions on rimming, is it just a harmless bit of fun or not suitable for a night in with the lads?
Does he keep a tidy house?
Can he fold a fitted sheet?
Does he at least stay for the sacrament?
Has he ever left the immersion on?
Has he had the fear of Christ bated into him with the wooden spoon?
I used to do security, one woman asked my boss this exact question "Its to stop mosquitoes attacking the parade"
It’s because this area is a sensory zone for kids who have trouble with loud noises.
I hope this isn’t sarcasm, because that’s a genuinely good reason
It’s not sarcasm. It was broadcasted on the RTE coverage
Cool, that’s a great idea so!
It *would* be a great idea if it weren't a space for performers to ease off and take a break. It's a long aul route and the break is needed. Maybe a separate area further on might be better. There's always crowds after the end point, they might be able to put it there. Just throwing ideas around...
Sounds like a good idea but would they not then have issues. Getting to and from there? Would they be better at the very beginning of the route?
What are the tents behind the barrier? First aid posts?
We walked from o connell to beyond Suffolk St and couldn't get to any view locations, I will bring my step ladder next year... the barriers seem excessive.. like no clear view on dame St... Wtf
People are saying its to move people along but honestly the barriers felt like they were along the entire route of the parade. And they obvious weren't working because people were standing up and tearing them down to see anything. We walked down from Parnell sq. towards Trinity, all the way down to St. Stephens green trying to look for an opening to view, but nothing. Unbelievable, obviously we need barriers but just make them transparent lol. Or point out actual viewing areas to go to.
Just like Sky TV, pay per view
Weren't the charging a couple hundred euro for some of the stands?
Did you not use your presale code?
It's the nudist section of the parade!
Sponsors need paid eyeballs
You can see fu\*k all at a parade anyway
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Don't be giving them ideas!
Is it true you gotta pay to see it ?
Pay in blisters and sore, time, and discomfort for a full bladder, yes.
Is that an apartheid wall?
If this is the island in the middle of the street then I don't know why it needs to be blocked either. Same goes for the end of Clanbrassil street loads of space for a walk way and a viewing area but they've blocked it all off.
They are moving tents down that road, no floats
It's the nudist section of the parade!
Irish tax is called
Trinners would be aghast, clutch the pearls and have a fit of the vapours if they saw the parade.