Table Football Monthly: February '21 Edition

In our February 21 Edition we have a wide ranging feature on floodlights, look at options for those who have less space to play and require smaller pitches, regular Competitions and "oodles" more including hosting our first "World Cup Final!"

[@Kazemahou]

Thank you so very much for continuing to make this lovely and unique Subbuteo program for us - there is nothing else like it, and it single-handedly brought Subbuteo into my life! It may be a slog, I hear that, but it is - for so many people, myself included - such a vast joy. Your slog benefits and helps multitudes - it definitely raises my spirits. Thank you, Keith, for keeping this wonderment going. This matters. Especially, during such a difficult time.

[@MaxMustermann-bk2jf]

Thank you so much for continuing this wonderful show!

[@johnodlum2034]

Brilliant job I got back into Subbuteo because of this show Always has great information all with a sense of fun and humour Well done for keeping all us Subbuteo nuts entertained🇬🇧👍👍

[@volkerbecker4602]

It is a great pleasure to watch you. It is an insanely interesting program that you offer us. Thank you for this unique format. Greetings from near Frankfurt

[@andrewsharpe6317]

Brilliant again Keith and team. Our sincere thanks also to you for your patience and perseverance during Covid for continuing to deliver. I'm sure your viewers appreciate the time and effort you give. It must be very demanding. Particularly grateful for the look at smaller pitches.

[@jameskelly2559]

Love this show so much. Can’t wait for Smiffy and Danielle to return. Love Danielle’s new look, suits her

[@johnhorne3274]

Really enjoying the show, it's helped justify my renewed interest in the great game.

[@SebastianHernandez-uo4be]

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[@shantydoctor]

illuminating show Keith which instantly compelled me to order a set of the Kiwi version of the folding lamps. Your work and keeping it all going is greatly appreciated. Hope the rest of the team can join you soon.

[@seanwenlock3561]

Another great programme Keith. The Subbuteo floodlights are probably the biggest anti-climax item in the history of the world..... I remember badgering my parents to get me them as they are a "much needed item". I recall my dad threading the wire through the white girder like assembly and setting up the plug like switch gear. Then........the biggest disappointment ever. Table set up, teams on the pitch, floodlights on. Turn out the lights and......where is everything!!!. 11th century monks had more light from a single tallow candle and created some of the finest illustrated manuscripts. I couldn`t even see the halfway line......let alone create a flowing move. Still, they are iconic and an instantly recognisable piece of Subbuteo history. I like to think of Peter Adolph (ever the enterprising businessman) contacting Alan Hardaker asking if he can help him shift several thousand model floodlights. So Hardaker came up with the league cup!! Keep up the good work

[@markcrofts2940]

Thank you Keith as you and your wonderful programme have brought me back to the wonderful game of Subbuteo !

[@namdoognomis]

Most entertaining - thank you! I hadn't realised the link between the League Cup and Floodlights - Subbuteo were very much ahead of the curve there - not only introducing Floodlights but also the OO Scale (or as they called it 'Continental') equipment in 1961. Peter Adolph must have been aware of the rollout of floodlights and jumped on it as a sales opportunity - a very shrewd man! The very first OO Scale set was the Continental Floodlighting Edition in 1961/62 which featured Original Heavyweight figures (which were launched before the moulded 'Walkers').

[@shedxi8521]

Another great show. Thanks Keith. 👍⚽️

[@brettgardner7575]

Fantastic production again Keith, looking forward to the next show, take it easy .

[@MarbleyeRecords]

Thanks Keith brilliant again!

[@spaztekwarrior]

Great idea for this month’s show: floodlights! Wells done :)

[@Wickford_N_Gauge]

T.F.M , "it's a kinda love song" 😉 Great show as always Keith 👏👏👏👏

[@colinpurchase8101]

Great show Keith, well done!

[@subbuteo-gameoftheday4878]

That commentary sounded exciting for the Cup Final. Looking forward to watching that and picking up a few tips for game footage

[@novicejohnd5803]

Just fabulous! Please keep going

[@michaelmogan5563]

Wonderful - and I don't think any of us expected to ever see your Chopper.... super bike!!

[@Pentimenti]

This show is amazing and a -product of real love. Rokin!

[@Subbuteo_Passion]

Thanks for everything Keith - was a great day Sunday

[@markdavies5376]

Excellent and informative Floodlight Edition.Where have I heard that before

[@martinshipman3260]

Great birthday present Keith, thanks!

[@theterminator3779]

Remember playing when younger with friends , Esso coins were on the go and Subbuteo was the in thing , carried with me my best player in pocket along with conkers on string , nostalgia 👍⚽🥅

[@iansmalley8824]

I have to say it again- this just keeps getting better! For fun I watched the first one (July 2019) again straight after. Loved the introductory montage and floodlights feature. Bit surprised, in hindsight, that David Hunter’s upgrade of the 70s Subbuteo lights didn’t get a mention but loving my Ideaworks lights so no biggy! That first show also reminded me of the games of yesteryear section you used to run. I would still love to see the Leeds/Southampton game re-enacted; although how you do a Subbuteo rabina is beyond me. Or the double-hat-trick that I remember George Best scoring against Northampton in the Cup; maybe that would be better with 4-2-4 as I think one was a cheeky little chip?

[@Edenseventolosacrew]

Perfect video!!! 👌👍

[@philrainsbury]

Keep it up Keith, I always look forward to a new show dropping. Hopefully not long now until Smiffy & Danielle are back.

[@garycromack5892]

Tremendous edition. Love your music too.

[@TableTopYears]

Thanks Gary - it takes a while to record and put together so chuffed you noticed :)

[@stevee6305]

Glad you guys are back!

[@LordZontar]

Yes. Starting to get just a teeny bit concerned there.

[@LordZontar]

We all miss Danielle and Smiffy.

[@LordZontar]

Oh, and BTW, the Zeugo people should hire you to do their commercials.

[@GenialHarryGrout]

I didn't bother with floodlights. During the power cuts of the early 1970's I used four candles (no connection to the comedy sketch) to make it easier to play when it was dark. It wasn't a perfect solution but it was cheaper than the official floodlights and gave off almost as much light with the added bonus of burn marks on your arms

[@peterharrison3318]

I just love your shows Keith, the content is always brilliant and the production spot on. I remember when I was a young lad I got a Peter Shilton goalkeeping game. I'm guessing it was around the mid-1970's. I've searched online but to no avail. Do you remember it? Or have i been dreaming!!??

[@peterharrison3318]

@Ads n Hi, no it wasn't a board game, it was actually a figure of Shilts and a big goal - probably about 6 inches high. I reckon i must have got it for my 7th or 8th birthday - so sadly in the last 47 years I've forgotten much of the detail! Hadn't realised that Keith had given up on the videos because of the ads ... I'm gutted to hear that because this really is my favourite channel on YT! :(

[@sergiomk8]

Yeeeeeessssss!!!!!!!!!! He is back!!!!!!!

[@electricfootballhero1349]

I've enjoyed watching this series. A shame it's over, but I totally understand. I use an ad blocker myself, so I never see them, which is probably just as well, as I'm sure my own channel is crawling with them. Anyway, cheers, and thanks for the entertainment!

[@VaiosTasoulas]

Wellcome back!

[@martinshipman3260]

My space issue was solved by using the slightly smaller pitch that comes in one of the Champions League sets, 132cm x 86cm. Unfortunately it’s one of the later pitches that are see through and it stretches. However new kids on the block “Subbuteo Asylum” supply standard and half size pitches and a custom made offering. I’ve given them the details of what I want and look forward to it arriving. If the pitch matches up to the help given by Gary to design it the result should be good.

[@1989worms1]

Great show as always, Keith! I love the floodlights from Ideaworks and Subbuteo Stadium's website, they give very good and realistic atmosphere to the stadium and the pitch! The Subbuteo Passion's World Cup is very interesting! By the way, about the favor from previous video, do you want to be the President of my virtual CAW Wrestling League: NWN (Nonstop Wrestling Network), please?

[@ROWZED22]

Excellent show as ever. Never owned Subbuteo floodlights. Totally impractical. Too tall. Used 'Striker' lights - ideal for solo play - as you didn't catch them with your elbows. TippKick have provided a modern day alternative. Not using rechargeable batteries, floodlit games are still an occasional, expensive 'treat'!

[@Nuttybott]

I have been using a set of Subbuteostadium floodlights for the past couple of years, and they are every bit as good as Keith says in this video. The only problem with them, as far as I can see, is that once the internal rechargeable batteries start to fail - as all batteries do sooner or later - they cannot be replaced as they are sealed inside the unit. And the particular LED heads used on these floodlights are no longer in production & cannot be obtained anywhere. This has posed a problem for me with at least one of my Subbuteostadium floodlights...it no longer stays on for the duration of one of my Subbuteo games before failing. So I have had to improvise a solution by connecting one of those small, rectangular external power packs people use to charge mobile phones, and this has solved the problem of insufficient duration, although it does spoil the look a bit, as it requires a USB cable to stay connected to the floodlight throughout the game...

[@jamiebroughman5626]

cheers another great round. what was the most easy set up just lay it out pitch?all the best

[@TableTopYears]

If you're looking for a non-permanent layout that you can easily set up and take down quickly I'd look for a quality cloth pitch as Astros need a lot of care if you're constantly rolling and unrolling them. An original cotton Subbuteo pitch will do nicely from an Auction site (avoid the shiny, light green pitch). Many are under £ 20. Astrobase.eu have a lot of cotton pitches available and they are good quality. Postage and customs may slow down delivery a bit.

[@elfeliz]

March edition in May.

[@electricfootballhero1349]

I really appreciate the section on smaller pitches. This has been an absolute nightmare for me, but the dimensions of the modern starter set pitches would actually work on my table. I just loathe paying that much for what I already know is a low quality product when I can get much better quality vintage sets for far less.....but with pitches too large for American tables. What an insane dilemma.

[@dair31able]

Great episode Keith. I use the Tipp-Kick lights myself. Btw, what about answering your emails? I've been trying to get another interview for the podcast.😂 Come on! We need the king of KZbin on the show about the different shows.

[@TableTopYears]

Sorry. Between TFM, the facebook page, the day job and a family time gets a bit short. I'll sort it :)

[@dair31able]

@@TableTopYears Cheers Keith. Looking forward to chatting with you again. I really enjoyed our last chat. Speak soon hopefully.

[@markdavies5376]

Excellent show.I’ve just watched the wonderful staging of the Madrid Frankfurt game.Love those goals.Did you make or purchase them.Did I also detect the pitch was different.Enjoyed hearing again the superb Hugh Johns of Star Soccer fame.Star Soccer, arguably the best Football theme tune next to match of the day.

[@TableTopYears]

Thank you Mark. The goals are from an original 1953 Subbuteo boxed set. metal frame with white acetate covering and the pitch was an original 1950's baize.

[@markdavies5376]

@@TableTopYears Many thanks for the reply. They look remarkable, especially with the brown netting .The period very well created. Unlikely to get hold of a couple very easily one would suspect.

[@markdavies5376]

Well want would you know Keith. A look on e-bay has revealed a pair of these very same goals. Naturally snapped up by myself.

[@ronsmith3905]

This is a great channel. Used to live in England in the late 70's and managed to get the stadium edition of Subbuteo. Still got it, but haven't played in years. So I'm curious and you don't really need to respond as I guess it's your business, but why are you offering your personal collection as prizes? I didn't enter as I didn't know the answer anyway, but when you stated any two teams out of your personal collection, I had to ask. Anyway, keep up the great video's they are alot of fun to watch and you've really given me some inspiration to maybe set mine up again. Cheers!!

[@TableTopYears]

Not a problem Ron. I am lucky to have a relatively large collection so happy to share some of the items :)

[@mfm1064]

Where is the April edition?? I sure hope all is well over there.

[@johnhorne3274]

Brilliant

[@oldskoolfool141]

I'm tempted to just put bike lights in the heads of the originals, anyone tried that?

[@krakrex8917]

*sigh* When is next month?

[@itcu185]

no more shows?

[@eliottsantos2654]

Whatever happened to the show? I hope you're all doing ok.

[@Hanzfrank]

could you please tell me how I can buy this game by online store, because I am from Egypt

[@sergiomk8]

Is everything ok?

[@leebush4053]

I didn't think the muddy was going to be produced on AstroTurf?

[@TableTopYears]

It isn't - only the half size. The printing technique doesn't really do the pitch justice over a full size.

[@electricfootballhero1349]

FYI, I purchased a sealed Champions League set, and the pitch included is STILL too wide for an American 5 foot-long table. It's also exceptionally flimsy and cheap in quality. This is getting ridiculous. I now own 3 Subbuteo sets, yet I still cannot play the game.

[@electricfootballhero1349]

@Ads n I've already spoken with him. He cannot help me.

[@garypritchett8136]

Still trying to get a Subbuteo collection off the ground!, eBay-people asking a fortune for boxes of broken& missing players, charity shops-only ever seen one (poor quality) set, Gumtree-same as eBay, Facebook-forget it. Gutted!, to think what I had years ago, around 30 HW teams, 20-30 lightweight/zombie teams, just about every accessory going, all mint condition, Subbuteo express, top scorer, pitch on board. Sold the lot, probably the thing I most regret parting with, alongside my Villa season ticket of course. Anyone have any good leads, let me know. I think everyone knows Subbuteo collectibility now. Good to see the game still out there though, greatest game I ever played, the memories!!

[@Toysubbuteo]

have you a video on different goal nets please

[@TableTopYears]

Yes. Watch the first Lockdown Special. Subbuteo, Zeugo and metal goals featured

[@philgray7320]

Hi - what happened to the show ? I really hope everything is ok !

[@miguelito2813]

Podrías poner subtítulos en español gracias

[@zaxariasantonakis1197]

Second comment!!!!!greetings from crete.

[@itcu185]

Ah first comment ...like walking in freshly fallen snow :)

[@highlander72b69]

Hey guys....it’s July 9 2021.....did I miss a posting about no more shows?....feb 21 is my last episode

[@angelicupstart1977]

Where have you gone keith ?

[@sergiomk8]

It's been 4 months now and I think we followers need a comment on why the channel is stopped....how are you?

[@anjingbabi5422]

Dimana saya bisa mendapatkan permainan ini?

[@FEBear1]

Is the email address you have listed here correct? I wrote to you a few days ago but no reply...

[@TableTopYears]

My apologies. I am taking a few weeks away from the programme - until May so I may have missed it. If you wish to resend I shall keep a look out for it.

[@FEBear1]

@@TableTopYears thanks, I've forwarded it on again now as requested

[@paultiplady]

Whats happened to TFM ?!!

[@TableTopYears]

Hi Paul. I needed to take a break. 25 plus hours of footage takes it's toll. Now KZbin is changing it's policy and will be placing Ads in all content, irrespective of Creators permission, it's maybe time to rethink. Google own the channel and can do as they wish but the inconsiderate, crowbarring of Ads irrespective of Editorial care is astonishingly arrogant, ignorant and lacking in any care for the Contributors creative efforts. These are guys who would scratch their initials into a Stradivarius with a penknife. Sad day.

[@paultiplady]

@@TableTopYears Thankyou Keith for giving us so much pleasure ! Its a sad day for Table Top Footy !! I know, the ads are so infuriating. They have got much worse over the last few weeks. I hope we can still follow you somewhere on the Subbuteo pitch ! Who won the comp anyway :) ? all the best to you Danielle and Smiffy !

[@adamweishaupt2846]

@@TableTopYears Post a link to an adblock before every episode. Everybody wins that way...well, everyone except youtube 😂