I think it is ’ assumed’ that we are young pups because we are newbies. Like you mate, I am in my forties too.
But with the mind of a Scientist and the body of an athlete.`
Dart’s IS a sport. I think.
I thought the young lady incident would come up. I was harsh on her to shock her. Maybe she has no dad or he is unaware pf what she is about to do but I was giving her a rough time because everyone else was meekly saying go for it. This young woman has a place in University and a chance to have a great life with a worthwhile career. She is on the verge of tossing that aside to drive a flipping truck (class 2) as she liked it. Sorry but I stand by everything I said to her and I bet she do it anyway but she is makig a life mistake if she gives up university for this lot.
alder:
I thought the young lady incident would come up. I was harsh on her to shock her. Maybe she has no dad or he is unaware pf what she is about to do but I was giving her a rough time because everyone else was meekly saying go for it. This young woman has a place in University and a chance to have a great life with a worthwhile career. She is on the verge of tossing that aside to drive a flipping truck (class 2) as she liked it. Sorry but I stand by everything I said to her and I bet she do it anyway but she is makig a life mistake if she gives up university for this lot.
LOL - That means you’re an old softy mate, and misunderstood! 
Don’t appologise for having principles pal, and like I said, you may have helped her in reality… But there are those (probably pup) who don’t understand where your coming from, and as such start threads like “Alders in a Moody” 
That did make me chuckle, and I tried to hold that poster back from what i assume was the exuberance of youth…
So you crack on pal, and I for one appreciate the good useful advice you give. Just don’t expect me not to try and have a bit of fun with!
P.S. Darts in no longer a sport EB, not since they removed the mandatory 9 pints of lager!!!
Did the examiner take you to Shirebrook? And did you do the left turning near Burger King?
Radar19:
Did the examiner take you to Shirebrook? And did you do the left turning near Burger King?
Yep did the left turn near Burger King. My arse checks were so tightly clenched I rose up at least 6inches in the seat.
Evil8Beezle:
But there are those (probably pup) who don’t understand where your coming from, and as such start threads like “Alders in a Moody”
Not a pup, I’m 28 if that helps, and I had my reasons! But at end of the day alder was being honest (bluntly ) so fair play to him.
Btw congrats Dan, from one Dan to another haha. Look forward to reading your experiences as and when you post them mate.
Regards
Cheers Dan
Dan
Dan Bear 87:
Evil8Beezle:
But there are those (probably pup) who don’t understand where your coming from, and as such start threads like “Alders in a Moody”Not a pup, I’m 28 if that helps, and I had my reasons! But at end of the day alder was being honest (bluntly
Btw congrats Dan, from one Dan to another haha. Look forward to reading your experiences as and when you post them mate.
Regards
I’m not picking on you mate, it was just a good example of possible misinterpretation, as it’s not always easy to convey sentiment in text. And as such, I figured that was what had happened between you and Alder…
P.S. Thanks for reminding me my pup days are a very distant memory Dan, you’re a pal! 
What rig did you drive then Dan? Didn’t pstt get a Volvo or something like that, I remember seeing a picture when he posted it on trucknet, does it have a decent horn? That’s a very important part, to me anyway 
It’s cool evil, ur a mate who wears a dress haha, your words 
, it’s all good.
I don’t feel young anymore 
Peter Smythe:
Tis a MAN. Lousy picture but it’s all I’ve got handy.download/file.php?id=147598&t=1
Pete
Wow, love the disco wagon behind the MAN, is that to make it as visible as possible? Does that lower the insurance premium Pete, or did you pick that paint job?
(I shouldn’t take the Micky, I’m probably driving it Friday at 11.00am )
Wow, love the disco wagon behind the MAN, is that to make it as visible as possible? Does that lower the insurance premium Pete, or did you pick that paint job?
(I shouldn’t take the Micky, I’m probably driving it Friday at 11.00am
All our CAT C’s have those decals. We’ve had them for around 5 years - ever since I didn’t recognise one of my own trucks coming towards me! However, we’re slowly moving away from it as it’s a bit “busy” - putting it mildly.
The red MAN shows the new decals and, as vehicles are added and replaced, they will look like that.
Sadly, no benefit for insurance! Probably the opposite because of the £2.5k cost of the vinyl
So bring your sunglasses on Friday
Pete
Yes the MAN is a lot more tasteful. You either stopped taking the LSD or employed a graphic designer!
See ya Friday Pete, I’m really looking forward to it!
The first thing you will notice is just how big the windscreen is in that red MAN.
Dan Bear 87:
What rig did you drive then Dan? Didn’t pstt get a Volvo or something like that, I remember seeing a picture when he posted it on trucknet, does it have a decent horn? That’s a very important part, to me anyway
Yep it was a MAN tgx xxl and you’d think the horn would relieve oneself of any bodily fluids and solids but alas it was just a parp
Gutted I’ve not had some fireworks from Rog…that’s all that counts 
Moonpigdan:
Gutted I’ve not had some fireworks from Rog…that’s all that counts
Not seem him for a few days, so it’s not like he’s ignoring you. I’m glad he also has a life!
He’ll be along at some point…
Radar19:
The first thing you will notice is just how big the windscreen is in that red MAN.
My motor was in for service the other day, so I had to do a day run in one of the XLX demonstrators that we’ve currently got.
Was like driving a postbox in comparison, kept thinking I was going to stove my cranium in on the tacho. Not a fan at all.
If we don’t stick with XXLs when they get replaced, I think I’ll have to swap with someone on a 62 plate, to try and keep the bigger cab as long as possible.
Worthless qualification. Sorry!