South African, here.. A hearty welcome to the RSA and to our home city, Cape Town, as well as to the home of our provincial side, The DHL Stormers!.. I wish you an enjoyable stay in our country!..
Durban boy living in Ottawa here (yay Sharks!). Its sad to see the Currie cup games not well attended, when I was growing up the stadiums were always full (and I saw many Sharks games growing up). I have found that sports spectator attendance is something done very well in North America, even the lower leagues like the AHL.The stands probably showed as booked due to season tickets. Cricket is another game where you dont keep the ball, but the ball condition is part of the game and only one can be used. Enjoy the food! (I miss it). If you still live around Ottawa, I'm always looking for someone to watch the Boks with. I'll bring the biltong.
If you're still in town when the URC gets back on I highly recommend catching the Stormers next game, much better vibe. Provincial rugby is doing their marketing a massive injustice. Double bonus if its a SA derby, 30,000 in attendance minimum.
Cool video man, love Western Province but the Currie Cup games don't have the same draw as they used to, the franchise team, The Stormers would have had about 30k supporters in there and the "gees" would have been much better. Hope you had a cool experience though
it's just cape town - Sharks fill the stadium or at least try to. In fact they just said they've sold out against Stormers and are opening two new stand sections.
if youre still in south africa you should try the Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria. The environment is amazing and the food is miles better than any other staduim.
The sold out was likely points to season ticket holders as it was a currie cup game I'm assuming from earlier in the year it'll be pretty empty compared to URC games as it's a development league at this point for the teams
@@RobertGreeley WP/Stormers are pretty well supported usually, but Currie Cup games less so so that would be it. It's a bit of a shame you didn't get to see the stadium during a URC game as they're usually pretty exciting
@@RobertGreeley the reason why the stadium was half empty is because the Boks were away for test matches in Europe. Scotland and England. Obviously the provincial teams then don't have their normal players here. Also, a lot of people stay at home to watch the Boks play on TV, usually the stadiums are packed
You should try wet biltong. Dry hard biltong is nice but I'm not the biggest fan with how hard it can be. Biltong is also a cured meat whereas afaik jerky is done in an oven and is dehydrated.
When the Currie was still popular. A game between Stormers and Sharks, those stands would have been full. Fyi, please try a proper biltong shop for some decent biltong.
@@RobertGreeley what did you think of traffic lights being called robots in SA 😂 pass at the green robot, stop at the red. Tourists usually crack up when we say robots 😂
At the beginning when their weren’t people by the seats the people infron of you with the wp shirt and pants and hat they are known for watching over 250 rugby wp and Stormers games
@RobertGreeley In general bud, I'm up here in Gauteng and not even our Uber is that expensive bit you are in the most expensive places in South Africa so to speak
I've never seen a North American who's tried biltong and didn't immediately say it's better than jerkey. Is a texture thing, flavour or something else entirely?
Just be careful, speaking as a South African. Always know your environment and immediate surroundings when doing a walk-talk-video-selfie - You don't want to create an EASY snatch and grab opportunity. Always remember, South Africa is not 1st world like Canada. But you are very welcome.
@@RobertGreeley It is safe, but most of us, have seen some crazy stuff near us or happened to us. And why you program yourself to keep your head on a swivel. If you walk around talking to your phone in a crowded area, you are 100% exposed. Glad nothing happened ; )
South African, here.. A hearty welcome to the RSA and to our home city, Cape Town, as well as to the home of our provincial side, The DHL Stormers!.. I wish you an enjoyable stay in our country!..
Thank you so much! I loved it there can’t wait to be back!
Rugby grows on you. The ultimate game to watch is the Springboks. It's the ultimate experience that will be remembered.
Good to know, thank you!
As South Africans we hope you had fun in our land ❤️🇿🇦🇿🇦
Thank you so much!
Another great video Robert, was shocked by the crowd size😳 Great work on the food🤤
@@jamiepike6909 thank you Jamie!
Durban boy living in Ottawa here (yay Sharks!). Its sad to see the Currie cup games not well attended, when I was growing up the stadiums were always full (and I saw many Sharks games growing up). I have found that sports spectator attendance is something done very well in North America, even the lower leagues like the AHL.The stands probably showed as booked due to season tickets. Cricket is another game where you dont keep the ball, but the ball condition is part of the game and only one can be used. Enjoy the food! (I miss it). If you still live around Ottawa, I'm always looking for someone to watch the Boks with. I'll bring the biltong.
Thanks so much for all the info! Hope you're enjoying Ottawa, I'm in and out of that city every now and again!
Welcome to our home the cradle of life ✨️ we are always happy to have visitors enjoy your stay and God bless.PS stay safe 🙏
Thanks so much!
If you're still in town when the URC gets back on I highly recommend catching the Stormers next game, much better vibe. Provincial rugby is doing their marketing a massive injustice. Double bonus if its a SA derby, 30,000 in attendance minimum.
Thanks for the tip! I’m not in Cape Town anymore but would love to be back someday!
As a South African welcome to our country and hope you one day see the world champion springboks. 🇿🇦
Thank you so much! I hope so to!
If you ever in Durban, Kwazulu Natal let me know we will welcome you. A fan of Rugby is a friend.
@@WayneErradu thank you so much, really appreciate that!
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Awesome video. I hope you're having an awesome time!! 🇿🇦
It was incredible!
Welcome to Cape Town! Enjoy your stay, enjoy the food and enjoy the view 🎉
Thank you so much!
Cool video man, love Western Province but the Currie Cup games don't have the same draw as they used to, the franchise team, The Stormers would have had about 30k supporters in there and the "gees" would have been much better. Hope you had a cool experience though
Thanks for the tip!
it's just cape town - Sharks fill the stadium or at least try to. In fact they just said they've sold out against Stormers and are opening two new stand sections.
Welcome to Mzansi. Enjoy your stay.
Thank you so much!
Welcome to Cape Town! Keep watching Rugby!
Thanks so much!
if youre still in south africa you should try the Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria. The environment is amazing and the food is miles better than any other staduim.
I wish, I'm not anymore though!
The sold out was likely points to season ticket holders as it was a currie cup game I'm assuming from earlier in the year it'll be pretty empty compared to URC games as it's a development league at this point for the teams
Yeah it was a cup game, good call!
@@RobertGreeley WP/Stormers are pretty well supported usually, but Currie Cup games less so so that would be it. It's a bit of a shame you didn't get to see the stadium during a URC game as they're usually pretty exciting
@@k0bra3eak40 I'm bummed now to! Hopefully next time!
Hope you had a lovely time in SA 🇿🇦
It was awesome, thank you!
@@RobertGreeley the reason why the stadium was half empty is because the Boks were away for test matches in Europe. Scotland and England. Obviously the provincial teams then don't have their normal players here. Also, a lot of people stay at home to watch the Boks play on TV, usually the stadiums are packed
You should try wet biltong. Dry hard biltong is nice but I'm not the biggest fan with how hard it can be. Biltong is also a cured meat whereas afaik jerky is done in an oven and is dehydrated.
Thanks for the tip!
When the Currie was still popular. A game between Stormers and Sharks, those stands would have been full. Fyi, please try a proper biltong shop for some decent biltong.
I did try some! It's in this video here: th-cam.com/video/mTZvWTzL8Bw/w-d-xo.htmlsi=Ep-UjfbP24E_U6ga
This wasn't a very important match. That's why the stadium was so empty. But still a fun watch
I love Cappy!!
Nice!
@RobertGreeley bought the breakfast punch one this morning 🌞 hi from Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) in the Eastern Cape
@@annabrisley479 Hello!
@@RobertGreeley what did you think of traffic lights being called robots in SA 😂 pass at the green robot, stop at the red. Tourists usually crack up when we say robots 😂
When you said it was sold out by the way that is season tickets their
Interesting!
Bro do you know how many times the rugby ball gets kicked out of play in a single rugby match?😂😂 there's no way they'd spend that much on just balls.
I know but still 😂
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W video
Thank you!
At the beginning when their weren’t people by the seats the people infron of you with the wp shirt and pants and hat they are known for watching over 250 rugby wp and Stormers games
Awesome!
shocking turnout, but can only expect that from Cape Town. If it's not Sevens or Springboks, they don't care.
$4 dollars for a 10min ride doesn't sound like much but damn bro, that's expensive !
For Cape Town cab prices? Or in general?
@RobertGreeley
In general bud, I'm up here in Gauteng and not even our Uber is that expensive bit you are in the most expensive places in South Africa so to speak
@@dyllanwilson7790 interesting! For reference that would probably be a $15-$20 Uber in Canada!
Biltong is for sure better than jerkey, tried it once and never again.
I've never seen a North American who's tried biltong and didn't immediately say it's better than jerkey. Is a texture thing, flavour or something else entirely?
I think overall quality? Big thing I find with jerky is a lot of added sugars
Just be careful, speaking as a South African. Always know your environment and immediate surroundings when doing a walk-talk-video-selfie - You don't want to create an EASY snatch and grab opportunity. Always remember, South Africa is not 1st world like Canada. But you are very welcome.
Thanks for the tip! I will say I felt very safe throughout Cape Town!
@@RobertGreeley It is safe, but most of us, have seen some crazy stuff near us or happened to us. And why you program yourself to keep your head on a swivel. If you walk around talking to your phone in a crowded area, you are 100% exposed. Glad nothing happened ; )
You should have watched a Bokke game instead.
Great video as always Robert! Keep up the good work
Thanks, will do!