mackchi Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 Holy sh!t! Did you sleep with the American curling team or something? It's like pool and darts; it's probably fun to play, but I'm not going to waste my life watching other people do it. You probably hate golf too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadDog2020 Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 Totally agree, and understand the gender demographics and why they've made the decision not to show on NBC. My issue with this is about the lack of HD. CNBC IS HD for all, where they knew that MSNBC is not. I know of no other sport where HD is so vital to the viewer. Anybody who is a sports fan would put the US/Canada game on HD and Curling on standard if given the choice. How many people are really so into Curling that they'd forgo the NBC main Olympic coverage and then search secondary channels to watch it? Granted a few I'm sure, but enough to say that it should trump hockey for HD? Remember, some person or persons made this decision and weighed the pros and cons of it. That person is a complete tool in my book and should be fired and banned from ever working anything sports related for life. Here's what I'm guessing: whoever made the decision to put the game on MSNBC probably realized more cable subscribers have MSNBC than CNBC (just guessing here). Therefore, to make the game available to more people, they decided to put it on MSNBC, regardless of the HD factor. That's the only thing I can think of. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackchi Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 You get a point for being closest to the center, and a point for every other stone you have that is closer than the closest stone of the opponent. Ha, they really don't explain it much, I had to watch a while to get it. So if you have one dead center, and 2 other ones closer than your opponents closest stone, you get 3 points. how weird is golf when you think about it? What if someone came from outerspace and saw people playing golf? It's a game ( or sport if you like) that takes hand -eye coordination, concentration, finesse, tactics and strategy. So does curling. Lots of golfers smoke and drink on the course too. All a matter of what you like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadDog2020 Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 how weird is golf when you think about it? What if someone came from outerspace and saw people playing golf? It's a game ( or sport if you like) that takes hand -eye coordination, concentration, finesse, tactics and strategy. So does curling. Lots of golfers smoke and drink on the course too. All a matter of what you like. Maybe that's whay I've warmed up to curling so much... I'm a golf freak too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
devilsrule33 Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 (edited) Curling is actually a pretty cool sport, and from what I have heard from people...it has created a nice buzz in the States. It is gigantic in Canada and pulls in massive ratings, but I only really watch during the Olympics. It really is a perfect sport to Tivo, where you can fast forward a lot of the talking in between the shots and the first few stones from each end. It definitely has some incredible strategy and some of the shot-making ability is fantastic. If anyone ever tried it, you'll have a lot more appreciation. No offense to MB3, but Curling isn't a sport that would probably create much buzz in a high school. Also, the babes of curling doesn't hurt either. The new Russian skip, Anna Sidorova Privivkova German Team Edited February 21, 2010 by devilsrule33 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Triumph Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 i've been finding myself watching a lot of curling this week too, it's a rather strategic sport. but i actually agree with larry brooks for once - big f-ing deal if you miss the first 5 minutes of a preliminary hockey game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weekes Head Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 i've enjoyed watching curling for the most part. it just gets a little long with all the talking, like dr33 said. that's when i get bored. otherwise, it's pretty neat to watch. i just can't watch it for hours and hours every single day, so i've been watching it sporadically these games. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
devsin4 Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 I play alot of shuffleboard in the local watering hole by my house, curling is VERY similiar. Having the hammer(last weight)is key. Butt have to admit playin is alot better than watching. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadDog2020 Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 i've enjoyed watching curling for the most part. it just gets a little long with all the talking, like dr33 said. that's when i get bored. otherwise, it's pretty neat to watch. i just can't watch it for hours and hours every single day, so i've been watching it sporadically these games. I actually watched curling all day yesterday in between hockey games. I probably spent 6 hours watching nothing but curling. I've become an addict. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weekes Head Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 haha that was me earlier this week. i'd watch curling from, like, 11-3 or whatever...then hockey...then more curling. after three days of that, i needed a little break. i started seeing curling stones in my sleep. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yort44 Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 Here's what I'm guessing: whoever made the decision to put the game on MSNBC probably realized more cable subscribers have MSNBC than CNBC (just guessing here). Therefore, to make the game available to more people, they decided to put it on MSNBC, regardless of the HD factor. That's the only thing I can think of. You're probably right and that makes perfect sense, but when it comes to hockey it's all about ME! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DevilNurn Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 Much as I hate that curling's gotten precedence, I've had no problem finding feeds online or watching whatever parts of hockey I can get. I always get into the Olympics thinking I'll only watch hockey and I end up loving everything, from skiing to snowboarding to curling to speedskating to bobsled. I love the winter Olympics, and I really don't mind if hockey doesn't get NBC HD for the preliminary round. Canada-US for sure should be on NBC HD, but that's the only real mistake I see. I think the Olympics are a chance for other amateur athletes to get exposure on a national level, something they will never ever get any other way. The NHL players will get plenty of exposure for the rest of the year and during the Medal Round. Also, I'm quite partial to the Dupont sisters (Denise and Madeleine) from Denmark: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snookie = 9 Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 So no one commented on the curling babes posted by whoever that was? The russian babes are so cute, i have literally looked up the times to see when they curl so i can get some pleasure in, I have not done that for any hockey games yet. The russian womens curling team is proof that curling is almost as good as hockey. Theyre unique exotic dime pieces. And it's only in curling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
devilsrule33 Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 Much as I hate that curling's gotten precedence, I've had no problem finding feeds online or watching whatever parts of hockey I can get. I always get into the Olympics thinking I'll only watch hockey and I end up loving everything, from skiing to snowboarding to curling to speedskating to bobsled. I love the winter Olympics, and I really don't mind if hockey doesn't get NBC HD for the preliminary round. Canada-US for sure should be on NBC HD, but that's the only real mistake I see. I think the Olympics are a chance for other amateur athletes to get exposure on a national level, something they will never ever get any other way. The NHL players will get plenty of exposure for the rest of the year and during the Medal Round. Also, I'm quite partial to the Dupont sisters (Denise and Madeleine) from Denmark: I'm with you. I've been watching everything and anything this Olympics. By the way,....if you like Madeleine... http://deadspin.com/5476363/the-one-with-the-naked-danish-curling-lady Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadDog2020 Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 haha that was me earlier this week. i'd watch curling from, like, 11-3 or whatever...then hockey...then more curling. after three days of that, i needed a little break. i started seeing curling stones in my sleep. LOL, I hear ya... I'm watching the USA-Canada women's match right now, I'm Tivoing the USA-Great Britain men's match at 5, and I'm also Tivoing the USA-Sweden women's match tonight at 10. In between the 3 hockey games today and tonight, I WILL find a way to watch all this curling. So no one commented on the curling babes posted by whoever that was? The russian babes are so cute, i have literally looked up the times to see when they curl so i can get some pleasure in, I have not done that for any hockey games yet. The russian womens curling team is proof that curling is almost as good as hockey. Theyre unique exotic dime pieces. And it's only in curling. The Danish women- particularly the Dupont sisters- I'm with you. I've been watching everything and anything this Olympics. By the way,....if you like Madeleine... http://deadspin.com/5476363/the-one-with-the-naked-danish-curling-lady Again- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DevilNurn Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 I'm with you. I've been watching everything and anything this Olympics. By the way,....if you like Madeleine... http://deadspin.com/5476363/the-one-with-the-naked-danish-curling-lady Hubba hubba...thank you... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snookie = 9 Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 Heyy Ohhh! MadDog is fresh . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weekes Head Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 i still think norway's curling pants are awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thelastonealive Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 i still think norway's curling pants are awesome. I love that there's a Facebook fan page for the Norway Curling pants. I try not to become a fan of ridiculous things, but how could I pass that up? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weekes Head Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 totally. i became a fan too. high five to the random person who suggested the page to me after seeing my post about the pants on facebook. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
95Crash Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 (edited) but i actually agree with larry brooks for once - big f-ing deal if you miss the first 5 minutes of a preliminary hockey game. Wow, did Brooks really write that? I wonder how Gary Bettman feels about it, or Mike Emrick, or Kenny Albert, or Eddie O. -- or every owner and GM in the National Hockey League. BTW, I have nothing against curling. I admit I haven't watched more than a few minutes of it, but that's just because I haven't had the time. Edited February 21, 2010 by 95Crash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 (edited) Curling is actually a pretty cool sport, and from what I have heard from people...it has created a nice buzz in the States. It is gigantic in Canada and pulls in massive ratings, but I only really watch during the Olympics. It really is a perfect sport to Tivo, where you can fast forward a lot of the talking in between the shots and the first few stones from each end. It definitely has some incredible strategy and some of the shot-making ability is fantastic. If anyone ever tried it, you'll have a lot more appreciation. German Team German redhead is 17. Tsk tsk. I agree on the PVR thing. I did record the Martin game last night vs Great Britain and watched it this morning. I watch the Tournament of Hearts, but only watch the mens tournament if Nova Scotia is doing well. The mens almost always boils down to Martin or Furbey. But I bet that I watch more curling during the Olympics than I do the whole 4 years in between events. Edited February 21, 2010 by Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
devilsrule33 Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 17 damn...did not know. Some of these athletes in these games are just so young. It really is incredible. The Russian girl I posted a picture of just turned 19. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSC Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 German redhead is 17. Tsk tsk. In that case, its ok for me...dibs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devils731 Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 For anyone interested in trying out curling there is a club over in South Plainfield. http://www.njcurling.org/ They do open houses periodically. It's a nice place. Has it's own cash bar. My parents are members there. Next open house is on the 28th this month. The Colbert segment on curling was taped there. http://www.njcurling.org/2010/01/passing-a-stone-never-felt-so-good/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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