"There is no bond stronger than the leaf between trams." Or something.
Here's what I know about this sign:
- The photo was snapped in Brussles.
- It was taken near a tram stop.
- It makes no sense.
Here's what I think it means:
- There is no bond stronger than the leaf between trams.
- When trams collide, their collision creates grapes.
- Warning: birds with long, flowy wings can ride either tram.
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 5)
Jun 13th 2007 @ 2:07PM
Keith McDuffee said...
The trams "leave" in opposite directions?
*shrug*
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Jun 13th 2007 @ 2:20PM
Sean Cooper said...
This sign is aimed at the tram or train drivers.. It is instructing drivers to keep their distance from the tram / train ahead as the area is prone to falling leaves which make the track (or can) extremely slippery.
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Jun 13th 2007 @ 2:43PM
Jamie Rhein said...
two trams "leafing" in opposite directions at the same time. Yes, I know this is lame.
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Jun 13th 2007 @ 11:48PM
Neil said...
You guys need to get a "leaf".
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Jun 14th 2007 @ 1:17AM
Cô Nu’o’ng said...
Danger: Tram Kissing Under Mistletoe Leaf Ahead
No?
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Jun 14th 2007 @ 9:29AM
Laurie said...
It is not only a warning for tram drivers, but for pedestrians -- warning that leaves fall in that particular tram area, and the trams have a harder time stopping when the tracks are covered in leaves. So, pay attention when crossing the street...the tram might not be able to stop. Not a clever response but a factual one.
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Jun 14th 2007 @ 9:38AM
Zingeo said...
Make like a tram and leave?
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Jun 14th 2007 @ 10:28AM
Crabby McSlacker said...
But if they're warning about peds slipping on leaves and getting creamed by the trams, surely they could come up with a better, more exciting graphic?
You know, stick figure guy tumbling to the ground while speeding tram (with little 'motion lines') bears down on him?
Great catch Willy. This indeed makes no sense at all.
(Speaking of senseless, Crabby has her own little health blog at http://crankyfitness.blogspot.com/. But don't encourage her.)
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Jun 14th 2007 @ 10:55AM
Roy van Rijn said...
Sean Cooper is right. Leafs make tracks very slippery and this sign instructs drivers to keep distance in case of falling leafes.
Much like a sign with a snowflake for cars...!
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Jun 14th 2007 @ 10:57AM
Matt said...
WARNING! Giant falling leaves may break connection of tram cars.
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Jun 14th 2007 @ 10:58AM
Otto said...
WARNING: Canadians will be crushed by trams.
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Jun 14th 2007 @ 11:05AM
quantumfoam said...
The sign makes no sense. Therefore a liberal designed the sign.
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Jun 14th 2007 @ 11:07AM
mike said...
Leaves on the tracks reduce braking friction for trains. Use caution when approaching additional cars.
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Jun 14th 2007 @ 11:07AM
David Bradley said...
"Leaves on the line" became a tabloid running joke in the UK where commuters are given the most ludicrous explanations as to why their train has been delayed...again.
db
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Jun 14th 2007 @ 11:10AM
dsn said...
Caution, there are fallen leaves.
you may slip and fall on the tram line, when train is coming by.
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Jun 14th 2007 @ 11:11AM
doggerel said...
It's a warning for pedestrians to be wary. Debris may kick up when trams pass.
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Jun 14th 2007 @ 11:20AM
Hank Fox said...
Caution to Tram Drivers: Do not be so distracted by the soul-touching beauty of our glorious fall colors that you collide with other trams, killing hundreds of innocent tourists.
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Jun 14th 2007 @ 11:25AM
Qays said...
Leaves can cause slipags of tram. Leaves can be dangerous in autumn as cars can slip on them and cause accidents.
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Jun 14th 2007 @ 11:30AM
Gwinn said...
Warning: Giant leaf on pyramid, trams may be separating.
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Jun 14th 2007 @ 11:30AM
Herminator said...
The distance between tram carts has to be at least one leaf wide.
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