Not the first time the Partick fans have done the same so the weather argument doesn't really hold up for them here when they were trying to goad out fans as soon as they got in.
That said, I think that area of the Cowshed should be offered out along with the main stand section when a bigger away support is expected unless there's a good reason for it being like that. It lies empty and would surely be a better option to sell two types of tickets and keep numbers limited than just having an away end ticket. Might cost a bit more but would imagine it would add a bit more in ticket sales so would likely even itself out.
As away fans, we should expect to be treated well so need to think of a better solution for visitors here. I do enjoy seeing the likes of Partick fans stuck outside but that really shouldn't come into the clubs thinking.