bluewhitevanman 1,619 Posted March 20, 2016 Share Posted March 20, 2016 4 hours ago, Real Ranger said: Agree with this, apart from the fact we have already sold out a few times in the lower leagues and I've no doubt that we will sell out against the sheep and others if we're in the running for the title but 50k is fine for the majority of games. Agree 1 million percent mate we will have the stadium filled out and let all the cretins know we are back loud and proud Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Ibrox Derry 8,904 Posted March 20, 2016 Author Share Posted March 20, 2016 The Govan, Copland and Broomloan stands were quality builds. Solid and made to last. As an example take a look at the red brick used in the façade of these stands, it has stood up to 40 years of Scottish weather and looks as good as the day it was built, no blemishes on the brick work and the pointing is spot on even after all these years. However, internal materials and cladding are jaded and need a bit of cosmetic work, but the structures themselves will last for many years. Do you ever feel any movement or vibration in these stands? Never, unlike the Piggery which bounces about like a yo yo. Ibrox is built on solid foundations. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vwbear 399 Posted March 20, 2016 Share Posted March 20, 2016 1 hour ago, glasgow argyle said: yes that,s more to my liking, looks like the stadium is finished. and indeed if these plans make capacity 59k, then certainly something worth considering in future if finances permit. certainly cheaper than other suggestions the only downside i see is that some seats would have a restricted view That looks like the upper corners at old Trafford I don't think it would need the pillars to hold it up ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
d_mcewan 3 Posted March 20, 2016 Share Posted March 20, 2016 Was in the thornton suite recently for a game, and while the whole experience was amazing and would recommend, me and my dad did notice some maintenance work needing done. Just small things like small damp patches in the ceiling tiles, paint being chipped off some of the doors. Still fantastic place though and would recommend the hospitality experience. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmcf 34,124 Posted March 20, 2016 Share Posted March 20, 2016 As a Copland Rd ST holder I want my gates back that were stolen by the Broomloan . . . . . bastards On a more serious note , I think she's fine as she is , though obviously looked after a bit better than she is now. Have to admit after seeing Inigo's pictures it looks quite smart though , and I'm guessing here , but I doubt that's feasible now , without considerable cost , time and hardship . Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 20, 2016 Share Posted March 20, 2016 7 hours ago, Jimbeamjunior said: change absolutely fuck all, simply bring the old girl back to her tip top condition aside from tarrier games and the odd european game, we never fill her, so extra seating is useless, and her current set up is one of the most atmospheric stadiums in the world, to change that would be bordering on criminal shine her up real nice, look after her, caress her, treat her like the majestic beauty she is and she will continue to look after us for the next 100 odd years talk of new stands and shit I agree theres nothing dramatic needing changed. We're all used to Ibrox cause we go all the time,but Ibrox is was and always will be one of the most unique and beautiful stadiums in the world, and one of the most intimidating to the opposition when we're in full voice. The stadium needs some TLC but thats it, this talk of knocking down stands is a bit OTT, id like a KOP type stand but its not needed. The catering areas could be improved so it doesnt feel like a big concrete cell when your down the stairs, even the hospitality areas could do with some sprucing up. The paving around the ground could be sorted, the top of the main stand could be cleaned. There could be some cosmetic improvements but nothing major. Id rather we stayed in Ibrox the way it is until its crumbling to the ground that build some generic lego set of a stadium. Rangers fans understand and appreciate history and tradition so i dont see why folk would want us to move to a new stadium when the one we have is fantastic and famous around the world Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 20, 2016 Share Posted March 20, 2016 1 hour ago, The Ibrox Derry said: 72,2405 would be the ideal capacity for me. Wed be as well going for a nice round 1 Million if were going to 720 thousand odd. Would be a bit hard to see the game from the 14th tier tho Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Ibrox Derry 8,904 Posted March 20, 2016 Author Share Posted March 20, 2016 9 minutes ago, Willis said: Wed be as well going for a nice round 1 Million if were going to 720 thousand odd. Would be a bit hard to see the game from the 14th tier tho Oh feck lol, yeah that was a bit ambitious ha ha, will try again at 72,524 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 20, 2016 Share Posted March 20, 2016 3 minutes ago, The Ibrox Derry said: Oh feck lol, yeah that was a bit ambitious ha ha, will try again at 72,524 And why tht specific number? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Ibrox Derry 8,904 Posted March 20, 2016 Author Share Posted March 20, 2016 Just now, Willis said: And why tht specific number? 24th of May 1972 when we won the Cup Winners Cup Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan16 7 Posted March 20, 2016 Share Posted March 20, 2016 The famous white steel beams on top need a right good clean. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NornIronBear 450 Posted March 20, 2016 Share Posted March 20, 2016 For me the yellow screens need replaced with blue ones. As well as a new road/car park surface I'd love to see the site perimeter landscaped and a Founding Father's statue at the Broomloan side Club Deck tower. I'd also have the city bound side of Edmiston Drive pedestrianised and the Copland gates replaced to match the Broomloan ones. Obviously a big clean up is needed inside and out which the club has already said is being prepared and will be done in stages starting with the hospitality suites in the summer. Capacity wise did Martin Bain not say a few years back that the Copland and Broomloan stands can be increased the same way the Sandy Jardine was? That would be a good start and affordable too. Not asking for much am I? ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parky89 12 Posted March 20, 2016 Share Posted March 20, 2016 The stadium's fine and big enough the way it is. It just needs a good clean and lick of paint as she's looking a bit run down. The discoloured corrugated plastic on the sides of the Broomloan and Copland could do with being replaced anaw. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
theblueoysterbar 19,572 Posted March 20, 2016 Share Posted March 20, 2016 Better toilet facilities in the areas that sometimes start stinking of pish, like the bit behind the Club Deck. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corky True Legend 2,682 Posted March 20, 2016 Share Posted March 20, 2016 Not going to happen but I would like to return to terraces and standing enclosures with only one or two stands. Much better atmosphere. Was great to be part of 6 figure crowds. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferris Bueller 1,569 Posted March 20, 2016 Share Posted March 20, 2016 4 hours ago, The Ibrox Derry said: When the screens were installed I'm sure the club accountants done their sums with regards to expenditure of installing the screens or installing seats v income from seats or income from screen advertising etc. They must have thought the screens were a more profitable income stream. Beambacks were being done for the odd game, it was thought at the time that this would become a regular thing and would increase income. Also think the hope was for them being used for concerts etc. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Ibrox Derry 8,904 Posted March 21, 2016 Author Share Posted March 21, 2016 7 hours ago, Ferris Bueller said: Beambacks were being done for the odd game, it was thought at the time that this would become a regular thing and would increase income. Also think the hope was for them being used for concerts etc. That's right, feck I forgot about the beambacks, I remember the hearts 9 in a row celebrations when the players came back from tynecastle and the trophy was presented etc Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Ibrox Derry 8,904 Posted March 21, 2016 Author Share Posted March 21, 2016 Naw the trophy was presented at tannadice the night we won it, see what I mean, I think I lived an alcoholic life back then, but a very happy alcoholic was I lol Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
surfsup2 1,535 Posted March 21, 2016 Share Posted March 21, 2016 Ibrox only needs a bit of TLC and the toilets gutted .it's a beautiful stadium and always makes you proud when walking towards it on match days. And like a lot of fans my family have bricks around the stadium which makes it a special place. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
FSM 20,892 Posted March 21, 2016 Share Posted March 21, 2016 Heating. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 21, 2016 Share Posted March 21, 2016 12 minutes ago, FSM said: Heating. ya big jessie Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WadeWilson 4,670 Posted March 21, 2016 Share Posted March 21, 2016 4 hours ago, The Ibrox Derry said: That's right, feck I forgot about the beambacks, I remember the hearts 9 in a row celebrations when the players came back from tynecastle and the trophy was presented etc Ban this copper. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromDeAnglais 5,470 Posted March 21, 2016 Share Posted March 21, 2016 Getting rid of the Sports Direct advertisements would be a good fucking starter for 6. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Courtyard Bear 41,357 Posted March 21, 2016 Share Posted March 21, 2016 Let's face it Ibrox is the Main Stand it's one the most recognisable buildings in world football. As for the other 3 sides if we had the money I would knock them down and start again. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Ibrox Derry 8,904 Posted March 21, 2016 Author Share Posted March 21, 2016 2 hours ago, WadeWilson said: Ban this copper. Who the fuck ye talkiy tae ya fanny Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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