GreenSam":3i80wei3 said:To be fair though, you say 'capacity aside' like it's a minor issue.Biggs":3i80wei3 said:I still think those against the development in its current form (as I was) are still thinking of this stupidly released first image. I know I couldn't believe my eyes:
If this had been the first image released, I don't think we'd have half the disappointment amongst the fanbase. I'm certainly right behind it now, capacity aside. Forget figures and architects impressions, just imagine how good this will look compared to the Mayflower when it's actually there. And with the bigger roof and supporting truss, it's actually a bigger structure:
I'm broadly in favour of it 'capacity aside' and as you say it looks great. But being in favour of it capacity aside is kind of like being pro the previous Labour government 'the Iraq War aside'. Or like being happy with the Blackman signing 'attitude aside'. It may just be one thing but it's a pretty vital one and not easy to put aside.
Absolutely, and for what it's worth I've agreed with most of your points regarding the development. I should really have added the caveat 'assuming the expansion really is viable'. If all goes absolutely to plan, we'll have more than enough capacity for L2 and L1, we'll have the 20,500 expansion at some point in the Championship, then (presumably, this part seems a bit vague) we'll add another tier on to the horseshoe for c30k if we ever get to the Premier League. It's a big IF though...
Anyway, I was mainly pointing out the PR own goal by the club, and 'trying' to look at the positives, which we have to do as the rebuild really does need to happen.