Serious Drinking

Fezek · Post by **Fezek** » Thu Mar 14, 2002 8:42 am

Originally posted by Yshania
@Ned - LMAO!

@Beldin - not as strict as perhaps it ought to be...though pubs that are known haunts for underaged drinkers are regularly visited by police

I must admit one of locals in Crewe is teaming with the little people. We went in there after watching LotR recently, and I thought a) I must be getting old and b) these lot belong in a ball pond! On the same night, I was served by a rather busty barmaid with accompanying low-cut top and was surprised that I didn't make a mistake when saying ,"I'll have two TETLEYS, please". She even smirked!!

Yshania · Post by **Yshania** » Thu Mar 14, 2002 8:47 am

Originally posted by Fezek

I must admit one of locals in Crewe is teaming with the little people. We went in there after watching LotR recently, and I thought a) I must be getting old and b) these lot belong in a ball pond! On the same night, I was served by a rather busty barmaid with accompanying low-cut top and was surprised that I didn't make a mistake when saying ,"I'll have two TETLEYS, please". She even smirked!!

LMAO!

So, Fezek, is it the proximity to St Patricks Day that has you entertaining the leprechauns then?

McBane · Post by **McBane** » Thu Mar 14, 2002 8:48 am

Originally posted by Ned:

Welcome to the alcohol consumption capital of the U.S. Kentucky is a close second because BS is there. Illinois could be up there, however, they all invade Wisconsin to drink. Alas, I digress and this might not make a hell of a lot of sense to most of you, however, it wouldn't be the first time, would it.

When I was single, I did travel a few times up to Wisconsin to drink....especially the first weekend of deer hunting season. All the wives and girlfriends of hunters, (and for those that don't know, it is a prerequisite for males in Wisconsin to own a bow or deer rifle) would flock to the bars for 2 nights of heavy partying.

It was like shooting fish in a barrel.

**good times, good time**

Fezek · Post by **Fezek** » Thu Mar 14, 2002 8:50 am

Originally posted by Yshania

LMAO!

So, Fezek, is it the proximity to St Patricks Day that has you entertaining the leprechauns then?

Gosh, I forgot that was coming up

Yshania · Post by **Yshania** » Thu Mar 14, 2002 8:52 am

Originally posted by Fezek

Gosh, I forgot that was coming up

Really?

Fezek · Post by **Fezek** » Thu Mar 14, 2002 8:54 am

Originally posted by McBane
Originally posted by Ned:

...and for those that don't know, it is a prerequisite for males in Wisconsin to own a bow...

People own bows

I hope they are at least "+2" or better.

Ned Flanders · Post by **Ned Flanders** » Thu Mar 14, 2002 8:55 am

Hey McBane, counselor. I figured it wouldn't take you long to find and reply to my Ill. comment. btw, I liked the picture with the heineken. It's always much cooler to have one giant beer instead of twelve little ones.

Ned Flanders · Post by **Ned Flanders** » Thu Mar 14, 2002 8:57 am

@Fezek,

Most bows in Wisconsin are +3 or better, however, our own intoxication usually negates the enchantment.

McBane · Post by **McBane** » Thu Mar 14, 2002 8:57 am

Originally posted by Fezek

People own bows I hope they are at least "+2" or better.

Ned will have to verify, but I think the "real" hunters use bows.

McBane · Post by **McBane** » Thu Mar 14, 2002 9:02 am

Originally posted by Ned Flanders
Hey McBane, counselor. I figured it wouldn't take you long to find and reply to my Ill. comment. btw, I liked the picture with the heineken. It's always much cooler to have one giant beer instead of twelve little ones.

I agree. I had a hard time getting it cold though. It wouldn't fit in the cooler, or refrigerator. Had to put it outside for a few hours.

Tasted good too!

BTW, I am currently finishing my basement, and am building a bar. I am pricing out the keg refrigerators with tapper, and boy, are they expensive. I shall post a picture within the next couple of weeks with the final product.

Fezek · Post by **Fezek** » Thu Mar 14, 2002 9:03 am

@Ned.LMAO

In England, the same problem occurs with our footballers.

@McBane. So, are you a bow or a rifle bloke?

Ned Flanders · Post by **Ned Flanders** » Thu Mar 14, 2002 9:04 am

@McBane,

Don't post a picture, post your address.

And yes, real Wisconsin hunters use bows although I hear they are going to start handing out morning star tags for deer season also.

McBane · Post by **McBane** » Thu Mar 14, 2002 9:06 am

Originally posted by Fezek
@Ned.LMAO In England, the same problem occurs with our footballers.

@McBane. So, are you a bow or a rifle bloke?

Neither. Although I do own a 12gauge shotgun. I used to hunt as a teenager, usually squirrel, rabbit, pheasant, but don't anymore. I shoot skeet about 2 times a year.

McBane · Post by **McBane** » Thu Mar 14, 2002 9:07 am

Originally posted by Ned Flanders
@McBane,

Don't post a picture, post your address.

And yes, real Wisconsin hunters use bows although I hear they are going to start handing out morning star tags for deer season also.

If you come to the Chicago area, you are always welcome.

Ned Flanders · Post by **Ned Flanders** » Thu Mar 14, 2002 9:08 am

by Fezek,
@Ned.LMAO In England, the same problem occurs with our footballers.

not with michael owen. Is that guy old enough to drink yet and this year, he'll be participating in his second world cup. What's his status. Unfortunately, I haven't followed the English leagues as closely as I should (and no, I don't follow U.S. soccer, it's an oxymoron--I've played for over half of my life but when the men here try to compete internationally, well, it just doesn't work out).

McBane · Post by **McBane** » Thu Mar 14, 2002 9:11 am

Originally posted by Ned Flanders
by Fezek,
@Ned.LMAO In England, the same problem occurs with our footballers.

not with michael owen. Is that guy old enough to drink yet and this year, he'll be participating in his second world cup. What's his status. Unfortunately, I haven't followed the English leagues as closely as I should (and no, I don't follow U.S. soccer, it's an oxymoron--I've played for over half of my life but when the men here try to compete internationally, well, it just doesn't work out).

I don't think Owen has learned how to stretch yet. He injures his hamstring every 2 or 3 weeks. I think he is 21 now..???

Ned Flanders · Post by **Ned Flanders** » Thu Mar 14, 2002 9:12 am

by McBane
If you come to the Chicago area, you are always welcome.

I'll contact Bloodstalker, it's about the same distance for him. Call damage control. I'll actually be in Milwaukee in a few weeks for the brewers opening weekend however, thanks and impressed with the hospitality.

Hunting Pheasant is something I miss.

Note: The original topic is a global survey on alcohol for those of you not willing to go back and read this thread from the start.

Ned Flanders · Post by **Ned Flanders** » Thu Mar 14, 2002 9:16 am

@McBane,

you're a fan, eh? that's too bad about owen. what a waste, he was so much to watch in 1998, but then again, the entire tournament was outstanding.

Can you believe the Netherlands got sent packing. I was going to be pulling for them this cup. They were the highlight of '98 except for the French who played almost to perfection.

Fezek · Post by **Fezek** » Thu Mar 14, 2002 9:18 am

@ Ned. It's true that English footballers nowadays are motivated not to drink. Alot of the younger footballers are extremely responsible, unlike Gazza, Sheringam, Adams et al.

@McBane. I did have to laugh at Tommo's comment. His other comment ..."nobody likes being criticised, particularly by players who will be in Disneyland this summer on their holidays rather than the World Cup in Japan."..was equally amusing.

Anyway, back to drinking..I like Guinness when I can get it, any kind of local "ale" and cider in summer.

Gruntboy · Post by **Gruntboy** » Thu Mar 14, 2002 9:19 am

I'm 25, IT professional, born in Newcastle. I drink Guinness. Its all I've drank for the past 3 years barring extreme binges involving wine, whiskey, absynthe (woo!) or just about anything.