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« on: November 14, 2008, 08:22:58 »

Maidenhead commuters may not have noticed the change to the timetable, effective from 13th December, which sees the merger of the quick 07:02 and 07:04 services to Paddington.  According to a note from local MP (Member of Parliament) Theresa May, this is for train refurbishment.  Whist being done for a laudible reason I hope that taking the train our of service is only a very short term measure. 
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« Reply #1 on: November 14, 2008, 18:37:24 »

Be standing room only on the 07:03 then
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« Reply #2 on: November 17, 2008, 08:19:44 »

Not suer what the actual capacity of either train is but, given existing high utilisation, I'm sure that it's going to be far worse than a spot of minor overcrowding.  I suppose the capacity on a HST (High Speed Train) could be increased a bit by redesignating the First Class carriages as open to all but I suspect that FGW (First Great Western) isn't currently intending for that to happen.
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« Reply #3 on: November 17, 2008, 17:41:34 »

Not suer what the actual capacity of either train is but, given existing high utilisation, I'm sure that it's going to be far worse than a spot of minor overcrowding.  I suppose the capacity on a HST (High Speed Train) could be increased a bit by redesignating the First Class carriages as open to all but I suspect that FGW (First Great Western) isn't currently intending for that to happen.
Remove the 2 first class and the buffet then replace them with standard class and instantly FGW would double the capacity of the train
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« Reply #4 on: November 17, 2008, 17:47:33 »

And where are these standard class coaches coming from/what is this set going to do for the rest of the day?
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« Reply #5 on: November 17, 2008, 20:59:23 »

And where are these standard class coaches coming from/what is this set going to do for the rest of the day?
Did not say it was going to be easy  Cheesy  May FGW (First Great Western) are relying on the City of London redundancies to reduce the number of passengers.

It actually shows how dire the availability of rolling stock is in the Thames Valley that a service has to be knocked out to allow for refurbishment
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« Reply #6 on: November 17, 2008, 22:38:35 »

And what about this "extra" HST (High Speed Train) when it arrives?

And the 180s?
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« Reply #7 on: November 18, 2008, 08:17:54 »

And where are these standard class coaches coming from/what is this set going to do for the rest of the day?

Just redesignate the First Class carriages as standard class - no need to change rolling stock.  Just means a few lucky commuters have nice seats.
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« Reply #8 on: November 19, 2008, 17:31:21 »

And where are these standard class coaches coming from/what is this set going to do for the rest of the day?

Just redesignate the First Class carriages as standard class - no need to change rolling stock.  Just means a few lucky commuters have nice seats.

Those paying for FC(resolve) won't like that one.

I agree with the earlier comment about replacing carriages F&G. It always amazes me why there are so many FC seats on HSTs (High Speed Train).  Is the capacity regularly utilised?
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« Reply #9 on: November 19, 2008, 18:39:51 »

I agree with the earlier comment about replacing carriages F&G. It always amazes me why there are so many FC(resolve) seats on HSTs (High Speed Train).  Is the capacity regularly utilised?
In a word Yes.
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« Reply #10 on: November 19, 2008, 21:51:04 »

People only pay for a first class season ticket so they are guaranteed a seat/table/ two seats to work/ sleep etc.

Take that away, and FGW (First Great Western) will have more than a pathetic "fares strike" to deal with!!!!

NB: I have never bought a First Class ticket, nor am I planning to (unless it is cheaper than second).
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« Reply #11 on: November 20, 2008, 16:49:43 »

I find First Class is much more relaxing that standard class and the free food and drink is a big bonus.
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