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Mack Brown is now stepping down at Texas. He will coach the bowl game.
Mack Brown is now stepping down at Texas. He will coach the bowl game.
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How come Occupy does not protest the 1% in College Football? I think it would be fun to have the great unwashed outside the Rose Bowl complaining about the high student activity fees and that the SEC seems to get away with murder.
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'cause football is just entertainment?
We are also talking people earning $400k on the low end. Other than bruised egos, it's not really hurting anything.
It's more like the .1% being protested by the 1%.
'cause football is just entertainment?
We are also talking people earning $400k on the low end. Other than bruised egos, it's not really hurting anything.
It's more like the .1% being protested by the 1%.
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Yeah, if you want something more closer, you're going to have to go look at some really low end D1-AA, D2, or D3 type of programs and then compare that to Saban. Some of those places they run on post game meals being PB&J's they have the kids assemble themselves.
Yeah, if you want something more closer, you're going to have to go look at some really low end D1-AA, D2, or D3 type of programs and then compare that to Saban. Some of those places they run on post game meals being PB&J's they have the kids assemble themselves.
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I've been to two Rose Bowls. In both cases I considered taking a tour package, but in both cases found I could put together my own deal and beat the price. By a lot. First, since you have a face value ticket, you're already ahead of the game.
Second, I was able to save a good piece of change by avoiding the flights everyone else was taking. In one case I flew into Ontario, the other time, Orange County. (John Wayne) The next piece of the puzzle may surprise you, but I flew out of Chicago O'Hare. Having some Chicago ties, it wasn't all that inconvenient. Maybe there's a second airport that would be convenient enough for you to be worth checking prices. For me, the year I took the wife and kid, it saved me hundreds. But even for just one air ticket, the savings could potentially pay for a rental car. And the taxis are sufficiently expensive, avoiding them could also be seen as paying for a rental.
If you did get a car, it obviously would change the character of the trip. But LA is very spread out, with the various attractions located all over the place. The car would open up options.
That includes lodging options. If you stay somewhere not catering to the football visitors, you'll likely save some additonal $$.
If it fits into your plans at all, you really should do the parade. It's better in person than on TV. If you do have car, you can get to the parade route early enough to get a decent vantage point on the "free" side of the street. Yes, the parade "plays to the bleachers," but it's a great show on either side. And at least on the second half of the parade route, getting free parking is reasonably doable on the free side. (North of Colorado)
After the parade, there's time to grab a quick bite to eat while traffic clears. But then it's time to make your way to the stadium. There's less down time between events than you might think.
Regardless of how you get to Pasadena, you'll likely want to take the shuttle to the stadium. That said, I drove into the Arroyo and parked on the golf course both times. If you linger a while after the game, getting out isn't a particular problem. But getting in requires waiting through a bit of a traffic jam.
Last but not least, a belated congratulations on your win in the B1G Title Game. Your guys definitely earned the 'W.' Hope the Spartans can finish the job in Pasadena. Best wishes, for both the game and a safe trip.
Not trying to contradict French Rage's fine response at all, but let me toss a completely different approach at you.
I've been to two Rose Bowls. In both cases I considered taking a tour package, but in both cases found I could put together my own deal and beat the price. By a lot. First, since you have a face value ticket, you're already ahead of the game.
Second, I was able to save a good piece of change by avoiding the flights everyone else was taking. In one case I flew into Ontario, the other time, Orange County. (John Wayne) The next piece of the puzzle may surprise you, but I flew out of Chicago O'Hare. Having some Chicago ties, it wasn't all that inconvenient. Maybe there's a second airport that would be convenient enough for you to be worth checking prices. For me, the year I took the wife and kid, it saved me hundreds. But even for just one air ticket, the savings could potentially pay for a rental car. And the taxis are sufficiently expensive, avoiding them could also be seen as paying for a rental.
If you did get a car, it obviously would change the character of the trip. But LA is very spread out, with the various attractions located all over the place. The car would open up options.
That includes lodging options. If you stay somewhere not catering to the football visitors, you'll likely save some additonal $$.
If it fits into your plans at all, you really should do the parade. It's better in person than on TV. If you do have car, you can get to the parade route early enough to get a decent vantage point on the "free" side of the street. Yes, the parade "plays to the bleachers," but it's a great show on either side. And at least on the second half of the parade route, getting free parking is reasonably doable on the free side. (North of Colorado)
After the parade, there's time to grab a quick bite to eat while traffic clears. But then it's time to make your way to the stadium. There's less down time between events than you might think.
Regardless of how you get to Pasadena, you'll likely want to take the shuttle to the stadium. That said, I drove into the Arroyo and parked on the golf course both times. If you linger a while after the game, getting out isn't a particular problem. But getting in requires waiting through a bit of a traffic jam.
Never used public transportation in LA, but I have to admit FR's description of the Gold Line sounds pretty good. Do post your experience with it if you go that route.
Again, the shuttle probably gets you in a little faster. Since checking out the Rose Bowl stadium and soaking in the entire atmosphere is a big part of the experience, that's a real factor. I'm guessing that for getting out, the car would be better. But as per FR, maybe waiting in the line for the shuttle is actually part of the fun.
Last but not least, a belated congratulations on your win in the B1G Title Game. Your guys definitely earned the 'W.' Hope the Spartans can finish the job in Pasadena. Best wishes, for both the game and a safe trip.
Spartanforlife4
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Thanks, pgb.
Got the plane ticket booked a couple of days ago actually, going from O'Hare to LAX. Arriving early NYE in LA and leaving late on the 2nd, will get back to Chicago early on the 3rd. As for lodging, haven't figured that one out yet. Two people I thought I was rooming with dropped out of the trip and the other couple guys I'm going to the game with are already in full rooms. Either going to try to sneak in with them, tag along with another student group that's driving in who keep asking for additional people, or there's always living at the train station. All my relatives chose the wrong end of Cali to live on for Rose Bowl lodging.
Thanks, pgb.
Got the plane ticket booked a couple of days ago actually, going from O'Hare to LAX. Arriving early NYE in LA and leaving late on the 2nd, will get back to Chicago early on the 3rd. As for lodging, haven't figured that one out yet. Two people I thought I was rooming with dropped out of the trip and the other couple guys I'm going to the game with are already in full rooms. Either going to try to sneak in with them, tag along with another student group that's driving in who keep asking for additional people, or there's always living at the train station. All my relatives chose the wrong end of Cali to live on for Rose Bowl lodging.
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They tell me that O'Hare is no longer the world's busiest airport. Be that as it may, it sure offers a lot of options and many times it's the answer.
Glad to hear it. Hope and assume you got a good deal.
They tell me that O'Hare is no longer the world's busiest airport. Be that as it may, it sure offers a lot of options and many times it's the answer.
hockeyplayer1015
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By most standards, they are correct. Atlanta gets that distinguished honor. But O'Hare is certainly still a major airport.
Spartanforlife4
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Living equidistant between O'Hare and DTW is a really helpful thing sometimes. The deal I got was about 200 bucks cheaper than what's been the norm at O'Hare the last week, and about 500 cheaper than the norm at DTW. In fact looking at prices right now and flights out of Detroit are at 1300 cheapest.
Living equidistant between O'Hare and DTW is a really helpful thing sometimes. The deal I got was about 200 bucks cheaper than what's been the norm at O'Hare the last week, and about 500 cheaper than the norm at DTW. In fact looking at prices right now and flights out of Detroit are at 1300 cheapest.
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Hey, my one experience so far was very rushed and unique, so I'm not intending it to be the be-all-end-all of what to do. And whether any of my ideas for this year work remains to be seen. The main thing I took from last year was that cabs were very expensive, and a hotel near the airport didn't save anything compared to one downtown, so using the metro hopefully seems like it is a win-win there, though we will see. I can't testify to how driving is, but I figure the metro is cheap and avoids any complications from LA traffic (which perhaps is not as bad as I assume). Giving that getting in and out of the canyon seemed slow, I figured driving in and out would be crazy, so walking/shuttling wouldn't be any worse, and so some combination of metro/shuttles/feet would be the most predictable way to get from my hotel and back. That's interesting if driving isn't as bad as I thought, it may be something to consider for hopefully another year; it sounds like either way, though, you need to wait for some time for the initial rush to clear, but hey, you're at the Rose Bowl, savor it a little.
Hey, my one experience so far was very rushed and unique, so I'm not intending it to be the be-all-end-all of what to do. And whether any of my ideas for this year work remains to be seen. The main thing I took from last year was that cabs were very expensive, and a hotel near the airport didn't save anything compared to one downtown, so using the metro hopefully seems like it is a win-win there, though we will see. I can't testify to how driving is, but I figure the metro is cheap and avoids any complications from LA traffic (which perhaps is not as bad as I assume). Giving that getting in and out of the canyon seemed slow, I figured driving in and out would be crazy, so walking/shuttling wouldn't be any worse, and so some combination of metro/shuttles/feet would be the most predictable way to get from my hotel and back. That's interesting if driving isn't as bad as I thought, it may be something to consider for hopefully another year; it sounds like either way, though, you need to wait for some time for the initial rush to clear, but hey, you're at the Rose Bowl, savor it a little.
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It does need to be mentioned we stayed near Disneyland. Remember, I'm a parent. That gave us the option of using local freeways rather than I-5. (Which, IIRC, should simply be referred to as "The Five.") Said strategy may have resulted in a somewhat longer but more free flowing route.
Anyhow, the loitering may have been prevented us from putting the outbound traffic flow to a true test. But getting back to the freeway was only a minor problem; and once again the freeways were a breeze.
Last but not least, having the car gave us the option of spending some time at Newport Beach. We didn't go in the water, although others did. Nevertheless, we had a good time hanging out on the piers and checking out the beachfront businesses. As a California resident, this might not be that compelling to you. But we were looking at a 60 degree temperature drop following our return flight, so we certainly savored the 65 degree weather on the beachfront.
In my also limited experience, LA traffic is much less of a problem on holidays. Add in the fact that the parade is an early start, and the freeways were a breeze on the way to Pasadena.
It does need to be mentioned we stayed near Disneyland. Remember, I'm a parent. That gave us the option of using local freeways rather than I-5. (Which, IIRC, should simply be referred to as "The Five.") Said strategy may have resulted in a somewhat longer but more free flowing route.
We also won, (beating Oregon) so we also did our share of postgame loitering. Similar to your comments on the Badger faithful, the experience with the Duck fans was quite positive. Funny how distance breeds respect, while proximity seems to breed contempt.
Anyhow, the loitering may have been prevented us from putting the outbound traffic flow to a true test. But getting back to the freeway was only a minor problem; and once again the freeways were a breeze.
Last but not least, having the car gave us the option of spending some time at Newport Beach. We didn't go in the water, although others did. Nevertheless, we had a good time hanging out on the piers and checking out the beachfront businesses. As a California resident, this might not be that compelling to you. But we were looking at a 60 degree temperature drop following our return flight, so we certainly savored the 65 degree weather on the beachfront.
MountieBoyOz
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We doing a bowl challenge?
We doing a bowl challenge?
MavHockey14
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I'm in. I'll set one up tomorrow(later this afternoon).
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join group USCHO
It's a public group with no password. Best of luck everyone!
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join group USCHO
It's a public group with no password. Best of luck everyone!
Spartanforlife4
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I would set up a new thread for the bow(e)l challenge. I forgot who usually does it, since it's normally their own project but I bet it'll get more traffic that way.
I would set up a new thread for the bow(e)l challenge. I forgot who usually does it, since it's normally their own project but I bet it'll get more traffic that way.
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Also, if you're looking for a little bit of entertainment from an ex-Hawkeye who has serious character issues, check out the twitter account @coachkoul. DJK got caught up in the Youngstown Boys moment and wants some attention.
http://www.cbssports.com/collegefootball/eye-on-college-football/24379615/former-iowa-wr-johnson-koulianos-jabs-at-ferentz-on-twitter
Also, if you're looking for a little bit of entertainment from an ex-Hawkeye who has serious character issues, check out the twitter account @coachkoul. DJK got caught up in the Youngstown Boys moment and wants some attention.
http://www.cbssports.com/collegefootball/eye-on-college-football/24379615/former-iowa-wr-johnson-koulianos-jabs-at-ferentz-on-twitter
Spartanforlife4
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Well, Max Bullough, senior captain, nicknamed The Computer because he is so good at reading the offense and making adjustments, has been suspended for violation of team rules. Dantonio said there will be no further comment from the school on the issue.
I thought we would win by 10-14 before. Now it's going to be a one score game by either side.
Well, Max Bullough, senior captain, nicknamed The Computer because he is so good at reading the offense and making adjustments, has been suspended for violation of team rules. Dantonio said there will be no further comment from the school on the issue.
I thought we would win by 10-14 before. Now it's going to be a one score game by either side.
MavHockey14
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Man that's a big blow to MSU.. Dantonio let a guy play 48 hours removed from jail.. I'm not sure what Bullough did, but it must've been bad.