E21A
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Bad Weather - yay or nay
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Depends on just how bad. A bit of drizzle!? Sure. On and off showers? Ok I'll suffer that. Non stop monsoon? Fuck that. Like the NAE this year Sunday weather was bloody miserable and on top of that I don't want my guns getting ruined in the rain, saw plenty of people having water related malfunctions, contacts shorting out and guns being jammed on full auto firing until you pull the battery out.
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Rogerborg
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I'm an all weather biker (pedal and twisty-throttle), but a fair weather airsofter. It's a pleasure activity, I don't enjoy it in heavy rain, so I don't do it.
I also don't appreciate sites haranguing, guilting or mocking players for not turning up in bad weather. There may be a short term gain in getting a few more walk-on fees, but in the long term they're ripping the joy out of the hobby by making it something that you feel that you have to do rather than wanting to do it. That's one reason that I binned historical reenactment, far too much commitment.
I also don't appreciate sites haranguing, guilting or mocking players for not turning up in bad weather. There may be a short term gain in getting a few more walk-on fees, but in the long term they're ripping the joy out of the hobby by making it something that you feel that you have to do rather than wanting to do it. That's one reason that I binned historical reenactment, far too much commitment.
If you want to run around in really bad weather, that's your call, if you want to stay at home feet up and dry, again personal choice.
If it's shitty weather with 2 wheels you jump off the bike, strip off the gear and not spend 8 hours cold and wet.
I don't choose to get soaked through with this hobby, if it comes out of nowhere you deal with it, but if you know it's gonna be really bad and unless you get a kick from it, there's no shame in not feeling miserable.
TL;DR This is the UK, prepare for unexpected rain, but remember it's just a game we're playing; if you're not having a good time, then where's the fun?
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Before anyone thinks I'm a fair weather rider, I've never owned a car (don't even have a car license) and I'm in my 40s, and have done the Elefant Rally in Germany a couple of times (Google Elefantentreffen if you don't know what I'm talking about) ? .
If it's shitty weather with 2 wheels you jump off the bike, strip off the gear and not spend 8 hours cold and wet.
I don't choose to get soaked through with this hobby, if it comes out of nowhere you deal with it, but if you know it's gonna be really bad and unless you get a kick from it, there's no shame in not feeling miserable.
TL;DR This is the UK, prepare for unexpected rain, but remember it's just a game we're playing; if you're not having a good time, then where's the fun?
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Before anyone thinks I'm a fair weather rider, I've never owned a car (don't even have a car license) and I'm in my 40s, and have done the Elefant Rally in Germany a couple of times (Google Elefantentreffen if you don't know what I'm talking about) ? .
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Nicky blue eyes
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After yesterday I need water wings! Google weather shit out on me and predicted no rain till the evening. Good call google! However , despite being cold and wet. It was still a pretty good day all in all.....even if I'm paying for it now. Lol
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Ive been using the beeb lately, this page:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/0/
Put in your location in the search, I'm literally on the beach so forecasts have always been a bit hit & miss, but this has been spot on pretty much to the hour of late, meant I've been able to get some outdoor jobs sorted without worrying about my electrics etc.
Rogerborg
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http://netweather.tv for me. They tend to err on the pessimistic side, and also list wind gust speeds, which is what actually matters for outdoor pursuits.
clumpyedge
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Weather isnt an issue for a game day for me, decent gear covers all weather conditions and doesnt have to break the bank either
clumpyedge
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It always amazes me how people make such a big deal about it when gooutdoors/decathlon have such a good range of inexpensive gear that is perfect for casual airsoft use.
Nicky blue eyes
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They do good stuff.....if you take any of it with you. Guess I should take a lesson from the scouts. Be prepared! Not sure how the weather was in everyone elses neck of the woods but in kent we had rain,wind and hail all in one afternoon. One of the plus sides there were less people but I did get chatting to more than I normally do.
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I have a box that I always keep in the car with a jacket, fleece and a few other bits just in case I need it but usually I take my SOMS bag in the car when I'm playing somewhere that way I have everything I need should an occasion arise for it. I Even keep a good supply of food and water in the car, maybe I'm a bit over the top when it comes to stuff like that (food, drinks, jackets etc) but its good having stuff in the car even if you break down or whatever.
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Zombie apocalypse!!!
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Do it for minimum two wks solid , THEN come back with the ‘Deal with it’ ?
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It’s a huge company , they have offices in most of the bigger city’s , they specialise in ‘fully immersive’ mil-sim ! ????
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