Diabolik Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Was it just me or did security seem a bit more "on the ball"/overbearing depending on your view point this year? I had the inside of my boxing glove checked at the Dolph photoshoot, I was patted down in Rutger's photoshoot ("unfortunately it's not a bomb just my flab" I remarked) and we all know about Famke's security guard! Anyone else find the security a bit more in your face this year?? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marktimelord Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 In short, nope. Didn't even notice them to be honest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john1980 Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 They were noticable but not so much that it mattered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zonky Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Personally I was really happy with all security presence over the weekend, searching bags etc. It made me feel much safer with all the nutjobs in the world at the moment 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spacecadet is here Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 I had to laugh while going into the entry holding hall, One of the bag checkers at the table was examining my Ruck sack... It's only a small bag, He was opening every zip.. Theres a pocket which can hold small things little money or keys etc.. Made me laugh that people carrying guns / Knives / Baseball bats and all type of weapons was going in... I was expecting him to hand me a weapon so I could go in.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shellychellebelle Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 I noticed it in the photoshoots which I think is a good thing as you do get some nutters out there, but not entering the building. There was a guy outside shouting to have your bags open ready for checking so I fully expected to have my bag thoroughly searched after all the news stories recently. A lady just glanced in mine and a guy asked my sister if hers was a 'travelling bag', it was a ruck sack, she just said 'yeah' and he let her through. We could have had anything inside...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natedammit Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Was it just me or did security seem a bit more "on the ball"/overbearing depending on your view point this year? I had the inside of my boxing glove checked at the Dolph photoshoot, I was patted down in Rutger's photoshoot ("unfortunately it's not a bomb just my flab" I remarked) and we all know about Famke's security guard! Anyone else find the security a bit more in your face this year?? I saw gloves being checked - does anyone know what they were looking for? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamikazemonkey Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Does anyone else see the comedy in the fact that you get searched on the way in but can buy knifes and swords inside anyway...... Save being thrown out by bringing your own knife. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natedammit Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 I had to laugh while going into the entry holding hall, One of the bag checkers at the table was examining my Ruck sack... It's only a small bag, He was opening every zip.. Theres a pocket which can hold small things little money or keys etc.. Made me laugh that people carrying guns / Knives / Baseball bats and all type of weapons was going in... I was expecting him to hand me a weapon so I could go in.... One of the guests had a flick knife in his pocket... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raylenth Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Was it just me or did security seem a bit more "on the ball"/overbearing depending on your view point this year? I had the inside of my boxing glove checked at the Dolph photoshoot, I was patted down in Rutger's photoshoot ("unfortunately it's not a bomb just my flab" I remarked) and we all know about Famke's security guard! Anyone else find the security a bit more in your face this year?? I saw gloves being checked - does anyone know what they were looking for? Sweets? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sydney Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Does anyone else see the comedy in the fact that you get searched on the way in but can buy knifes and swords inside anyway...... Save being thrown out by bringing your own knife. I think the Knife and Sword sellers have to wrap up and secure any purchased before they hand them over. I certainly saw one person who had bought a Key Blade for her cosplay go back out to Security to have it checked before she was able to go inside with it. The swords people are allowed in with are not sharp, the guns don't function, baseball bats are a little iffy, but there's enough security around that people couldn;t beat someone to death before they were restrained. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dazzlerjames Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 They search inside gloves as there have been several incidents in America where ex boxers are doing photoshoots and the attendee is "pretending" to hit them but then actually does and the glove has metal inside! The funniest thing was at one point security took a BB gun from somebody in the Jeremy autograph queue and got some very strange looks from people as they were leaving. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sydney Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Was it just me or did security seem a bit more "on the ball"/overbearing depending on your view point this year? I had the inside of my boxing glove checked at the Dolph photoshoot, I was patted down in Rutger's photoshoot ("unfortunately it's not a bomb just my flab" I remarked) and we all know about Famke's security guard! Anyone else find the security a bit more in your face this year?? I saw gloves being checked - does anyone know what they were looking for? Probably if there were any razor blades or such like embedded inside. a very small proportion of people are literally crazy and would be looking to hurt the celebrities so security have to check Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john1980 Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 I had to laugh while going into the entry holding hall, One of the bag checkers at the table was examining my Ruck sack... It's only a small bag, He was opening every zip.. Theres a pocket which can hold small things little money or keys etc.. Made me laugh that people carrying guns / Knives / Baseball bats and all type of weapons was going in... I was expecting him to hand me a weapon so I could go in.... One of the guests had a flick knife in his pocket... I was just about to say Hardcore Holly had a knife on stage in the 2nd wrestler talk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john1980 Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Was it just me or did security seem a bit more "on the ball"/overbearing depending on your view point this year? I had the inside of my boxing glove checked at the Dolph photoshoot, I was patted down in Rutger's photoshoot ("unfortunately it's not a bomb just my flab" I remarked) and we all know about Famke's security guard! Anyone else find the security a bit more in your face this year?? I saw gloves being checked - does anyone know what they were looking for? Probably if there were any razor blades or such like embedded inside. a very small proportion of people are literally crazy and would be looking to hurt the celebrities so security have to check Cinder blocks tiny little ones Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chazzley Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 It was good to see high security in the venue as you really don't know what goes through some people minds and I know there are a lot of people out there that can't tell the difference between an actor/actress and their roles they play. It did make me laugh when I had my poster carrier checked and was told they have been told to look out for real arrows due to the amount of bows being brought in! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murph Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Such measures might seem strange or over the top, but that's the kinda world we now live in sadly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rogue_entity Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 I had no qualms with them; in fact I commend them as one of the best I've encountered (I've been to numerous events too). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cookiemonster Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Was good to see bags being checked on entry considering the current climate we live in. Famke's chap was a little bit too keen for people to move on after their photo was taken in the Sunday afternoon shoot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bing250 Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 I was pleased to see bag check....and security at photos. I would rather that in place than a guest deciding not to come as no security. Sadly we live in such times that care must be taken. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helara Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 I can understand completely. My toy rifle was checked on Saturday, bar the orange end it does look very convincing, and get why the security for guests had a look at it. There are some disturbed people out there who will do some crazy things at events where celebrities attend so it is necessary for their safety and the people like us who go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldenrod89 Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 My bag was not checked at the YALC entrance. Might be something that needs looking into next year as I don't think I saw anyone being checked. In fact, I only knew there were bag checks when I read this thread! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarenRoss Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 (edited) I thought for a second they weren't going to allow me to take my crossbow inside. The guy examined it for some long few minutes and my partner and I had to repeat to him the only arrow was plastic (it did have the bright orange end to show it is not real), and that it couldn't be fired since it was attached, before he allowed me to go with an unconvinced look on his face. But hey, I just took it as a compliment on the good job I did with the weathering to make it look like a metal real crossbow instead of the plastic toy it actually was, lol. Edited August 2, 2016 by KarenRoss Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legolassie Malfoy Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Yes, the security presence was high but I for one was happy with it. My friends and I got chatting to one of the lovely security ladies on the door and she explained that they had been placed on high level alert simply because of the current world we live in. Sad but true. They were mainly checking for sharp items and were very polite and professional about it. I had my arrows checked during one of my Jeremy Renner photos. The security was very polite and great when I answered his queries re my arrows. Very respectful and professional. I do commend him for doing a great job. As someone who does know quite a few people who work security I do respect them and will be happy to let them do their job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sebster118 Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 On Sunday I did declare I had a toy gun (actually a NES Zapper) still in its holster, and the guy who searched my bag commented that he hasn't seen one of them for a long time. He had trouble clipping a strap back on and left me to deal with that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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