The Weather Thread 2022

[stuartbert two hats]

2 minutes ago, stuartbert two hats said:

How hot is too hot anyway? 

 

Particularly interested in @steviewevieand @FuzzyDunlop's responses.

[Avalon_Fields]

1 hour ago, JoeyT said:

Yeah true

Did anyone see the guy in a Borat mankini years ago at the festival? He ran through JazzWorld, and someone gave him a rugby tackle and sent him flying. One of the oddest sights I've seen.

[AlexOvd]

4 minutes ago, nikkic said:

Or just several weeks of dry weather? 

I just can't imagine that in the UK, call me pessimist 😬

[JoeyT]

I’ve been having a disagreement with the Wife that needs settling:

Say we get a repeat of 2019 weather wise are you:

A) Team Crocs

B) Team flip flop

C) Team sandals

D) Team trainer / hiking boot

I’m Team Crocs but not sure if at the age of 33 that’s acceptable. Wife tells me it isn’t.

[steviewevie]

9 minutes ago, stuartbert two hats said:

How hot is too hot anyway? 

 

100C

[CaledonianGonzo]

3 minutes ago, AlexOvd said:

I just can't imagine that in the UK, call me pessimist 😬

Whether it's to "keep the dust down" or to soften the ground for tent pegs, given the ease with which the place can turn into the Somme nobody should be hoping for any rain.

[CaledonianGonzo]

1 minute ago, JoeyT said:

I’ve been having a disagreement with the Wife that needs settling:

Say we get a repeat of 2019 weather wise are you:

A) Team Crocs

B) Team flip flop

C) Team sandals

D) Team trainer / hiking boot

I’m Team Crocs but not sure if at the age of 33 that’s acceptable. Wife tells me it isn’t.

Don't options A, B and C leave your feet exposed to being trodden on to fuck as soon as you're anywhere near a crowd?

[steviewevie]

2 minutes ago, JoeyT said:

I’ve been having a disagreement with the Wife that needs settling:

Say we get a repeat of 2019 weather wise are you:

A) Team Crocs

B) Team flip flop

C) Team sandals

D) Team trainer / hiking boot

I’m Team Crocs but not sure if at the age of 33 that’s acceptable. Wife tells me it isn’t.

Flip flops...but the toilets would be a concern.

[stuartbert two hats]

6 minutes ago, JoeyT said:

I’ve been having a disagreement with the Wife that needs settling:

Say we get a repeat of 2019 weather wise are you:

A) Team Crocs

B) Team flip flop

C) Team sandals

D) Team trainer / hiking boot

I’m Team Crocs but not sure if at the age of 33 that’s acceptable. Wife tells me it isn’t.

D. Your feet still need support.

Edited June 12, 2022 by stuartbert two hats

[briddj]

Time for the next installment for the GFS roller-coaster! The 06Z is a rockin' and a rollin'

Edited June 12, 2022 by briddj

[CaledonianGonzo]

Just now, stuartbert two hats said:

D. Your feet still need support.

Yup. Even thin soled trainers like Converse aren't a great idea for rubble-strewn farmland.

[PassingCloud]

7 minutes ago, JoeyT said:

I’ve been having a disagreement with the Wife that needs settling:

Say we get a repeat of 2019 weather wise are you:

A) Team Crocs

B) Team flip flop

C) Team sandals

D) Team trainer / hiking boot

I’m Team Crocs but not sure if at the age of 33 that’s acceptable. Wife tells me it isn’t.

Not crocs ‘cause no single use plastic. 

[AlexOvd]

8 minutes ago, JoeyT said:

I’ve been having a disagreement with the Wife that needs settling:

Say we get a repeat of 2019 weather wise are you:

A) Team Crocs

B) Team flip flop

C) Team sandals

D) Team trainer / hiking boot

I’m Team Crocs but not sure if at the age of 33 that’s acceptable. Wife tells me it isn’t.

Running/walking shoes are the best for hot weather + big walking days. 

[sime]

Team Converse if hot/dry weather. 

[Alvoram]

Lightweight breathable trainers like Nike Tanjins / revolution 6s... Or Adidas Light Racers / Falcon 2s

[Wilfko]

4 minutes ago, sime said:

Team Converse if hot/dry weather. 

Couldn’t think of worse footwear for the amount of walking you have to do at Glasto! No support or cushioning.

[offmytrolley]

@FuzzyDunlop this won't be the answer to all your problems by any means, but have you ever tried these?

You can get them from discount beauty stores like Bodycare. This brand is different to the cooling sprays sold in places like Poundland as it has more than just water in it so it feels cooler. I'm guessing it has something that speeds up the evaporation? Boots and Superdrug do their own versions but I prefer this one.

My brain shuts down in high heat (like on holiday, or a festival abroad) and I get totally grumpy and useless to everyone, but a blast of this on my face and neck and wrists gives a temporary pick me up at least. It does feel really refreshing and it leaves behind some wetness that then evaporates and cools you down a bit more.

Edited June 12, 2022 by offmytrolley

[sime]

2 minutes ago, Wilfko said:

Couldn’t think of worse footwear for the amount of walking you have to do at Glasto! No support or cushioning.

I have worn them to every Glastonbury Festival since 1993 and for me, they are the perfect footwear in dry weather. I find them comfy, cushioning and supportive. By the end of each day, my feet are totally fine. they are a very tried and trusted method for me.

[maelzoid]

24 minutes ago, JoeyT said:

I’ve been having a disagreement with the Wife that needs settling:

Say we get a repeat of 2019 weather wise are you:

A) Team Crocs

B) Team flip flop

C) Team sandals

D) Team trainer / hiking boot

I’m Team Crocs but not sure if at the age of 33 that’s acceptable. Wife tells me it isn’t.

Still hiking boots for me. D

Crocs are appalling, and the only people allowed to wear them are nurses and doctors.

flip-flops are also awful and only acceptable when using showers at municipal sports facilities. Anyone wearing flip flops in a bar restaurant should be tossed out, because they are essentially bare footed.

[clarkete]

3 minutes ago, sime said:

I have worn them to every Glastonbury Festival since 1993 and for me, they are the perfect footwear in dry weather. I find them comfy, cushioning and supportive. By the end of each day, my feet are totally fine. they are a very tried and trusted method for me.

As with @Wilfkomy feet hurt merely at this idea, but then they are very old 

[sime]

1 minute ago, clarkete said:

As with @Wilfkomy feet hurt merely at this idea, but then they are very old 

They just work for me. But sure, won't be for everyone.

[Alvoram]

Can we stop all of this hot weather advice please... It'll all be doom and gloom again when the 06Z completes in an hour or so!!!!

[4AssedMonkey]

31 minutes ago, JoeyT said:

I’ve been having a disagreement with the Wife that needs settling:

Say we get a repeat of 2019 weather wise are you:

A) Team Crocs

B) Team flip flop

C) Team sandals

D) Team trainer / hiking boot

I’m Team Crocs but not sure if at the age of 33 that’s acceptable. Wife tells me it isn’t.

Flip flops at camp. Trainers out and about. Crocs should be cast into hell.

[JoeyT]

5 minutes ago, 4AssedMonkey said:

Flip flops at camp. Trainers out and about. Crocs should be cast into hell.

I used to think this then got some and feel liberated.

Unbelievable comfort compared to flip flops.

[sedra]

38 minutes ago, JoeyT said:

I’ve been having a disagreement with the Wife that needs settling:

Say we get a repeat of 2019 weather wise are you:

A) Team Crocs

B) Team flip flop

C) Team sandals

D) Team trainer / hiking boot

I’m Team Crocs but not sure if at the age of 33 that’s acceptable. Wife tells me it isn’t.

The problem with open shoes is the stones and dust if it’s dry. I have worn walking sandals before when it’s hot but it’s annoying getting grit under your feet! 
crocs might be ok to slip on to go to loos in morning though