I think the OP is valid..... times change and having a pint or two before riding is frowned upon (as no doubt speeding will be one day). Not saying it's a good idea to get bladdered before riding but now we don't do anything that's perceived as dangerous. I'm surprised we don't live forever, so improved is safety today.

Only kidding. If Bushys is less popular these days perhaps that's because there are fewer people staying in Douglas hotels these days?